[Status: Resolved] Can’t access immobilizer settings on 1992 Mercedes Benz 300 CE scanner

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Need the key code to program a new key for my 1992 Mercedes Benz 300 CE - help?

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Crossing my fingers—really need this for my 1992 Mercedes Benz 300 CE!

Does this method work for the 1992 Mercedes Benz 300 CE models from 2010 onward?

I tried this trick and it actually worked on my 1992 Mercedes Benz 300 CE!

Wish I found this thread before towing my 1992 Mercedes Benz 300 CE.

I have the same 1992 Mercedes Benz 300 CE and I'm also trying to find the key code.

Following along—same issue with my 1992 Mercedes Benz 300 CE.

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