[Free Fix] 1985 Mercedes Benz 500SEL stopped working after jump-start - immobilizer?

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Techlord
Member since February 2023 • 12 posts

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

Posted on December 13, 2024
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 1985 Mercedes Benz 500SEL. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on December 14, 2024

Replies (4)

Quantumx
Member • 46 posts

Following along—same issue with my 1985 Mercedes Benz 500SEL.

December 14, 2024 Reply
Crazycat
Member • 70 posts

Great info! Needed this for my old 1985 Mercedes Benz 500SEL.

December 15, 2024 Reply
Xenonflash
Member • 67 posts

Will this work if the 1985 Mercedes Benz 500SEL has an aftermarket alarm?

December 16, 2024 Reply
Aceventura
Member • 109 posts

Bookmarking this for when I work on my 1985 Mercedes Benz 500SEL this weekend.

December 17, 2024 Reply

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