[Free Solution] Lost transponder code for my 1986 Mercedes Benz 300SDL - any ideas?

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Electricslide
Member since July 2023 • 150 posts

Where can I find the key code to program keys for my 1986 Mercedes Benz 300SDL?

Posted on September 16, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1994 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 1986 Mercedes Benz 300SDL. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on September 17, 2024

Replies (6)

Viperstrike
Member • 109 posts

Does anyone know if this works on push-start 1986 Mercedes Benz 300SDLs?

September 17, 2024 Reply
Whiterabbit
Member • 9 posts

Following along—same issue with my 1986 Mercedes Benz 300SDL.

September 18, 2024 Reply
Alphamale
Member • 121 posts

Trying to figure this out for my 1986 Mercedes Benz 300SDL too!

September 19, 2024 Reply
Iceberg
Member • 86 posts

Was about to give up on my 1986 Mercedes Benz 300SDL, but this gives me hope.

September 20, 2024 Reply
Eve
Member • 131 posts

Anyone try this on a 1986 Mercedes Benz 300SDL with push-button start?

September 21, 2024 Reply
Shadowfax
Member • 139 posts

Any updates on getting the key code for the 1986 Mercedes Benz 300SDL?

September 22, 2024 Reply

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