Do it yourself
Frequently asked questions about cars and motorcycles

How to Program the Smart Key

Model: Smart Smart 451 - Years 2007-2015
Part: Key

If you need to program a second key for your vehicle, follow the instructions in this description and refer to the images in the video. First, connect a diagnostic programme to the vehicle via the OBDII port, insert the already programmed key into the ignition to turn it on, then select the key programming option in the programme. Turn off the ignition and then turn it back on. Remove the already programmed key, insert the key to be programmed, and turn the ignition on again. Wait a few seconds, then turn off the ignition again, and the key will be programmed.

Updated on 7 July 2026 by ScegliAuto

Video tutorial

Related tutorials

Smart (2007-2015 / 451) In this brief and simple guide, you will find instructions to program the ignition key for the Smart Fortwo. First, get in the vehicle and connect yo…
Smart (2007-2015 / 451) You can program the Smart remote by inserting the new blank key into the ignition switch and turning it to activate the instrument panel. Once the pa…
Smart (2007-2015 / 451) Below we will see the main instructions that will allow us to program the remote control of the Smart Fortwo key. In order to program the remote cont…

    Frequently Asked Questions

    • Smart 1998-2007 - What to do if the key gets stuck in the Smart? Read answer

How to Adjust the Brightness of the Instrument Cluster on a Peugeot 3008?

To adjust the brightness of the instrument cluster on a Peugeot 3008, you need to turn on the ignition and access the settings via the menu located in the central area of the dashboard. In the screen that appears, select the "Display Configuration" option: now, by selecting the "Brightness" option, you can adjust it using the dedicated slider that will appear on the screen. The adjustment should be made with the headlights on as well as with them off. Once the adjustment is complete, you can turn off the instrument cluster.

Watch the video!


by ScegliAuto

More videos