[Free Fix] Where's the key code stored in my 2004 Mercedes Benz M Class for key programming?

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Knightlight
Member since October 2022 • 115 posts

Where can I get the key code to make a new key for my 2004 Mercedes Benz M Class?

Posted on September 25, 2024
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 M Class. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on September 26, 2024

Replies (6)

Icedragon
Member • 143 posts

My mechanic said this might help with my 2004 Mercedes Benz M Class key issue.

September 26, 2024 Reply
Yankeezulu
Member • 102 posts

Exactly what I was looking for to fix my 2004 Mercedes Benz M Class.

September 27, 2024 Reply
Quantumq
Member • 105 posts

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

September 28, 2024 Reply
Gamemaster
Member • 95 posts

Can’t believe this worked on my 2004 Mercedes Benz M Class. Huge thanks!

September 29, 2024 Reply
Firestarter
Member • 18 posts

Struggling with the same issue on my 2004 Mercedes Benz M Class, following this thread.

September 30, 2024 Reply
Alphawolf
Member • 17 posts

Following this for my 2004 Mercedes Benz M Class. Please update if it works!

October 01, 2024 Reply

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