[Success] Got blank key for 1989 Mercedes Benz 500SL from eBay - no code

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Xfactor
Member since October 2022 • 65 posts

Where can I find the key code to program keys for my 1989 Mercedes Benz 500SL?

Posted on December 17, 2024
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 1989 Mercedes Benz 500SL. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on December 18, 2024

Replies (4)

Orangecrush
Member • 133 posts

Following closely—this could be the fix I need for my 1989 Mercedes Benz 500SL.

December 18, 2024 Reply
Echolima
Member • 50 posts

This trick worked for my buddy's 1989 Mercedes Benz 500SL. Giving it a go myself.

December 19, 2024 Reply
Quantumflux
Member • 67 posts

I really hope this trick works on my 1989 Mercedes Benz 500SL.

December 20, 2024 Reply
Haloeffect
Member • 60 posts

Why is finding a key code on a 1989 Mercedes Benz 500SL this hard?!

December 21, 2024 Reply

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