[Closed] My 1998 Mercedes Benz C Class key code is missing - advice?

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Neonlights
Member since May 2023 • 123 posts

How to get the factory key code for my 1998 Mercedes Benz C Class to make keys?

Posted on December 10, 2024
Adminbot
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Posted on December 11, 2024

Replies (5)

Whitenoise
Member • 107 posts

I can’t believe I found this. Been stuck with my 1998 Mercedes Benz C Class too.

December 11, 2024 Reply
Laughingman
Member • 9 posts

Just wanted to say this guide helped with my 1998 Mercedes Benz C Class!

December 12, 2024 Reply
Redalert
Member • 117 posts

Just what I needed! My 1998 Mercedes Benz C Class has been acting up lately.

December 13, 2024 Reply
Eagleeye
Member • 141 posts

Key code problems with my 1998 Mercedes Benz C Class as well. Subscribed!

December 14, 2024 Reply
Shadowfax
Member • 95 posts

Same problem on my 1998 Mercedes Benz C Class. Watching for any working solutions.

December 15, 2024 Reply

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