[Confirmed Fix] Using OBD to get PIN code for 1989 Sauber C9 Mercedes Benz - safe?

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Omegadog
Member since March 2023 • 67 posts

Where's the key code stored in a 1989 Sauber C9 Mercedes Benz for making new keys?

Posted on October 19, 2024
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 1989 Sauber C9 Mercedes Benz. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on October 20, 2024

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Purplerain
Member • 91 posts

Trying to figure this out for my 1989 Sauber C9 Mercedes Benz too!

October 20, 2024 Reply
Jazzhands
Member • 68 posts

Really need the key code for my 1989 Sauber C9 Mercedes Benz, thanks for sharing!

October 21, 2024 Reply
Frostymug
Member • 12 posts

This thread might save my 1989 Sauber C9 Mercedes Benz. Thanks everyone!

October 22, 2024 Reply

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