[Solution] Where can I find the key code to program keys for my 2004 Mercedes Benz CLK500?

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Irongiant
Member since January 2022 • 128 posts

Need the key code to program a replacement key for my 2004 Mercedes Benz CLK500

Posted on January 29, 2025
Adminbot
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Posted on January 30, 2025

Replies (3)

Redbaron
Member • 7 posts

I’ve been locked out of my 2004 Mercedes Benz CLK500 all week. Hope this helps.

January 30, 2025 Reply
Darkhorse
Member • 6 posts

Why is finding a key code on a 2004 Mercedes Benz CLK500 this hard?!

January 31, 2025 Reply
Bigfoot
Member • 31 posts

My 2004 Mercedes Benz CLK500 refuses to start. Could be the key code—trying this fix.

February 01, 2025 Reply

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