[Verified] My 1992 Mercedes Benz SL500 came with no key card - how do I get the code?

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Techguru
Member since October 2022 • 10 posts

Where's the key code hidden on a 1992 Mercedes Benz SL500 for key programming?

Posted on December 24, 2024
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 1992 Mercedes Benz SL500. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on December 25, 2024

Replies (5)

Bluemoon
Member • 93 posts

This just might solve my 1992 Mercedes Benz SL500's ignition issue.

December 25, 2024 Reply
Neontiger
Member • 45 posts

My 1992 Mercedes Benz SL500 just blinks. I think this might fix it.

December 26, 2024 Reply
Bluemoon
Member • 36 posts

This is gold. I’ve been locked out of my 1992 Mercedes Benz SL500 for days.

December 27, 2024 Reply
Frank
Member • 26 posts

This looks helpful for those of us with a locked-out 1992 Mercedes Benz SL500.

December 28, 2024 Reply
Cosmicray
Member • 73 posts

Appreciate the tips—trying to unlock my 1992 Mercedes Benz SL500 key code too.

December 29, 2024 Reply

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