[Issue Closed] Any luck getting the 1992 Mercedes Benz 300 TE PIN code without original key?

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Quantumleap
Member since October 2021 • 38 posts

Where's the key code stored to program keys for a 1992 Mercedes Benz 300 TE?

Posted on December 11, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 797 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 1992 Mercedes Benz 300 TE. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on December 12, 2024

Replies (3)

Jedimaster
Member • 94 posts

Would love to see a video version of this for a 1992 Mercedes Benz 300 TE.

December 12, 2024 Reply
Icecold
Member • 139 posts

My 1992 Mercedes Benz 300 TE needs a new key but I need the code first. Help!

December 13, 2024 Reply
Luckyluke
Member • 74 posts

Looking for the same thing for my 1992 Mercedes Benz 300 TE, hope someone can help.

December 14, 2024 Reply

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