[Fixed] Where do I get the ignition unlock code for my 1998 Mercedes Benz CLK LM?

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Greenlantern
Member since September 2022 • 15 posts

How to get the key code to program keys for my 1998 Mercedes Benz CLK LM?

Posted on January 05, 2025
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 1998 Mercedes Benz CLK LM. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on January 06, 2025

Replies (6)

Ultraviolet
Member • 36 posts

Great info! Needed this for my old 1998 Mercedes Benz CLK LM.

January 06, 2025 Reply
Quantumfizz
Member • 114 posts

Wish I found this thread before towing my 1998 Mercedes Benz CLK LM.

January 07, 2025 Reply
Youngturk
Member • 69 posts

My 1998 Mercedes Benz CLK LM just sits silent—hoping this changes that.

January 08, 2025 Reply
Purplehaze
Member • 36 posts

Hoping someone can confirm this works for a newer 1998 Mercedes Benz CLK LM.

January 09, 2025 Reply
Rustyshack
Member • 78 posts

My 1998 Mercedes Benz CLK LM refuses to start. Could be the key code—trying this fix.

January 10, 2025 Reply
Kungfupanda
Member • 140 posts

My 1998 Mercedes Benz CLK LM is basically useless until I get this code. Fingers crossed.

January 11, 2025 Reply

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