[Solved] Is there a way to get the key code for my 1997 Mercedes Benz E60 AMG?

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Quicksilver
Member since March 2022 • 39 posts

Where's the key code hidden on my 1997 Mercedes Benz E60 AMG for key programming?

Posted on August 07, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1720 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 1997 Mercedes Benz E60 AMG. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on August 08, 2024

Replies (6)

Diana
Member • 5 posts

Great info! Needed this for my old 1997 Mercedes Benz E60 AMG.

August 08, 2024 Reply
Redalert
Member • 140 posts

This trick worked for my buddy's 1997 Mercedes Benz E60 AMG. Giving it a go myself.

August 09, 2024 Reply
Voodoochild
Member • 80 posts

I tried this trick and it actually worked on my 1997 Mercedes Benz E60 AMG!

August 10, 2024 Reply
Alphaomega
Member • 44 posts

Still can’t find the code for my 1997 Mercedes Benz E60 AMG. This might do it.

August 11, 2024 Reply
Vectorprime
Member • 148 posts

Anyone try this on a 1997 Mercedes Benz E60 AMG with push-button start?

August 12, 2024 Reply
Knightrider
Member • 24 posts

Thanks! Been struggling with this on my 1997 Mercedes Benz E60 AMG for a while.

August 13, 2024 Reply

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