[Free Fix] Anyone tried key programming on 2002 Mercedes Benz CLK Class without PIN?

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How do I obtain the key code to program a 2002 Mercedes Benz CLK Class key fob?

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Exactly what I was looking for to fix my 2002 Mercedes Benz CLK Class.

I tried this with my 2002 Mercedes Benz CLK Class but still no luck. Any suggestions?

Been searching everywhere for help with my 2002 Mercedes Benz CLK Class's key code.

Does this method work for the 2002 Mercedes Benz CLK Class models from 2010 onward?

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