[Free Solution] Got blank key from junkyard - won’t program to 1985 Mercedes Benz 500SEC

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Quantumx
Member since May 2023 • 78 posts

Where can I locate the key code to program a 1985 Mercedes Benz 500SEC key fob?

Posted on October 20, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 743 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 1985 Mercedes Benz 500SEC. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on October 21, 2024

Replies (6)

Titanium
Member • 55 posts

Anyone try this on a 1985 Mercedes Benz 500SEC with push-button start?

October 21, 2024 Reply
Hyperlink
Member • 119 posts

Worked for someone with a 1985 Mercedes Benz 500SEC? Need to hear it!

October 22, 2024 Reply
Javaking
Member • 69 posts

Good luck to everyone dealing with 1985 Mercedes Benz 500SEC key issues!

October 23, 2024 Reply
Quantumleap
Member • 89 posts

Dealer wants too much just to reset my 1985 Mercedes Benz 500SEC. Trying this instead.

October 24, 2024 Reply
Vortexx
Member • 91 posts

Hope I’m not too late to try this on my 1985 Mercedes Benz 500SEC.

October 25, 2024 Reply
Quantumx
Member • 109 posts

This might finally help me unlock my 1985 Mercedes Benz 500SEC's key code.

October 26, 2024 Reply

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