[Free Solution] My 1995 Mercedes Benz E Class says ‘Code Error’ on dash - what’s wrong?

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Alphamale
Member since February 2023 • 49 posts

How can I find my 1995 Mercedes Benz E Class's key code to program a new key?

Posted on November 17, 2024
Adminbot
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Posted on November 18, 2024

Replies (4)

Fastlane
Member • 53 posts

Appreciate the tips—trying to unlock my 1995 Mercedes Benz E Class key code too.

November 18, 2024 Reply
Irongiant
Member • 107 posts

Been searching everywhere for help with my 1995 Mercedes Benz E Class's key code.

November 19, 2024 Reply
Rustyshack
Member • 142 posts

Struggling with the same issue on my 1995 Mercedes Benz E Class, following this thread.

November 20, 2024 Reply
Digitalnomad
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Finally, something that might help with my 1995 Mercedes Benz E Class's key code issue!

November 21, 2024 Reply

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