[It Worked!] Can I extract the immobilizer code using OBD on my 1970 Mercedes Benz 280SE?

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Cosmicray
Member since May 2022 • 63 posts

How to get the factory key code for my 1970 Mercedes Benz 280SE to make keys?

Posted on May 26, 2025
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 1970 Mercedes Benz 280SE. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on May 27, 2025

Replies (3)

Techlord
Member • 122 posts

My 1970 Mercedes Benz 280SE just sits silent—hoping this changes that.

May 27, 2025 Reply
Codemaster
Member • 145 posts

This might finally help me unlock my 1970 Mercedes Benz 280SE's key code.

May 28, 2025 Reply
Darthvader
Member • 100 posts

Can confirm it worked for my 2013 1970 Mercedes Benz 280SE.

May 29, 2025 Reply

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