[Completed] Key code alternatives when all else fails for 1986 Mercedes Benz 560SL

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Wizardoz
Member since July 2023 • 45 posts

Need my 1986 Mercedes Benz 560SL's key code to program a spare key - where to find?

Posted on December 01, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 739 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 1986 Mercedes Benz 560SL. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on December 02, 2024

Replies (5)

Nightowl
Member • 69 posts

I really hope this trick works on my 1986 Mercedes Benz 560SL.

December 02, 2024 Reply
Dragonfly
Member • 142 posts

My 1986 Mercedes Benz 560SL just sits silent—hoping this changes that.

December 03, 2024 Reply
Whiterabbit
Member • 38 posts

Fingers crossed this works for my 1986 Mercedes Benz 560SL too.

December 04, 2024 Reply
Codemaster
Member • 95 posts

Really need the key code for my 1986 Mercedes Benz 560SL, thanks for sharing!

December 05, 2024 Reply
Hackman
Member • 130 posts

Will this work for older 1986 Mercedes Benz 560SLs? Mine's a 2009.

December 06, 2024 Reply

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