[Fixed] Dealer wants $200 for 1994 Mercedes Benz S Class PIN - other options?

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Laserfocus
Member since June 2023 • 33 posts

Need my 1994 Mercedes Benz S Class's key code to program a spare key - where to find?

Posted on November 15, 2024
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 1994 Mercedes Benz S Class. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on November 16, 2024

Replies (6)

Gizmoguy
Member • 41 posts

Just wanted to say this guide helped with my 1994 Mercedes Benz S Class!

November 16, 2024 Reply
Alice
Member • 72 posts

Been searching everywhere for help with my 1994 Mercedes Benz S Class's key code.

November 17, 2024 Reply
Deltaforce
Member • 94 posts

Using this on my 1994 Mercedes Benz S Class now. Hope it works.

November 18, 2024 Reply
Frostydog
Member • 88 posts

Trying this on my 1994 Mercedes Benz S Class later. Will report back.

November 19, 2024 Reply
Bluesteel
Member • 58 posts

My mechanic said this might help with my 1994 Mercedes Benz S Class key issue.

November 20, 2024 Reply
Ironman
Member • 82 posts

Struggling with the same issue on my 1994 Mercedes Benz S Class, following this thread.

November 21, 2024 Reply

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