[Free Solution] Just changed battery, now 1969 Mercedes Benz 250 asks for a PIN code

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Gizmoguy
Member since December 2022 • 124 posts

Where do they get the key code to program 1969 Mercedes Benz 250 keys at the dealer?

Posted on November 21, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1452 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 1969 Mercedes Benz 250. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on November 22, 2024

Replies (3)

Diana
Member • 72 posts

Worked for someone with a 1969 Mercedes Benz 250? Need to hear it!

November 22, 2024 Reply
Omegared
Member • 66 posts

I'm stuck trying to get the key code for my 1969 Mercedes Benz 250, hope this helps.

November 23, 2024 Reply
Wildcard
Member • 63 posts

Hope this method is better than the last one I tried on my 1969 Mercedes Benz 250.

November 24, 2024 Reply

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