[Success] European 1999 Mercedes Benz SL key code in US - possible?

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Electriceel
Member since August 2022 • 102 posts

How can I find my 1999 Mercedes Benz SL's key code to program a new key?

Posted on December 14, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 736 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 1999 Mercedes Benz SL. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on December 15, 2024

Replies (5)

Quicksilver
Member • 144 posts

Where exactly do you find the key code on a 1999 Mercedes Benz SL?

December 15, 2024 Reply
Digitalnomad
Member • 50 posts

This trick worked for my buddy's 1999 Mercedes Benz SL. Giving it a go myself.

December 16, 2024 Reply
Invisible
Member • 76 posts

Just tried this on my 1999 Mercedes Benz SL—anyone else have success?

December 17, 2024 Reply
Darkangel
Member • 98 posts

Hoping someone can confirm this works for a newer 1999 Mercedes Benz SL.

December 18, 2024 Reply
Crazycat
Member • 19 posts

Hoping someone can confirm this works for a newer 1999 Mercedes Benz SL.

December 19, 2024 Reply

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