[Issue Closed] All keys lost for 2004 Mercedes Benz CLK Class, how to retrieve code?

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Flyingdutch
Member since December 2021 • 97 posts

Need the key code to program a new key for my 2004 Mercedes Benz CLK Class - help?

Posted on January 14, 2025
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2004 Mercedes Benz CLK Class. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on January 15, 2025

Replies (5)

Jazzmann
Member • 108 posts

Been searching everywhere for help with my 2004 Mercedes Benz CLK Class's key code.

January 15, 2025 Reply
Megamind
Member • 122 posts

Trying this out on my 2004 Mercedes Benz CLK Class today—hoping it works.

January 16, 2025 Reply
Bluescreen
Member • 44 posts

I have the same 2004 Mercedes Benz CLK Class and I'm also trying to find the key code.

January 17, 2025 Reply
Titanium
Member • 111 posts

Trying everything I can to get the key code for my 2004 Mercedes Benz CLK Class.

January 18, 2025 Reply
Kingkong
Member • 89 posts

Same issue here with my 2004 Mercedes Benz CLK Class, let me know if it works.

January 19, 2025 Reply

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