[Free Fix] Looking for help getting the transponder code for my 1990 Mercedes Benz 300

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Unclesam
Member since May 2022 • 111 posts

How do I get the key code to program a new key for my 1990 Mercedes Benz 300?

Posted on September 27, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 783 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 1990 Mercedes Benz 300. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on September 28, 2024

Replies (5)

Rustynail
Member • 92 posts

Same issue here. Let’s hope it works for my 1990 Mercedes Benz 300.

September 28, 2024 Reply
Byteme
Member • 29 posts

This trick worked for my buddy's 1990 Mercedes Benz 300. Giving it a go myself.

September 29, 2024 Reply
Phoenixrise
Member • 27 posts

Waiting to see if this will work on my 1990 Mercedes Benz 300 as well.

September 30, 2024 Reply
Ghostrider
Member • 85 posts

Any updates on getting the key code for the 1990 Mercedes Benz 300?

October 01, 2024 Reply
Yellowsub
Member • 64 posts

Would love to see a video version of this for a 1990 Mercedes Benz 300.

October 02, 2024 Reply

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