[Archived] Got a blank key - how to program for 2004 Mercedes Benz S Class?

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Platinumblonde
Member since February 2022 • 64 posts

Looking for my 2004 Mercedes Benz S Class's key code to program a new key

Posted on November 07, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1445 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2004 Mercedes Benz S Class. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on November 08, 2024

Replies (3)

Silversurf
Member • 58 posts

Does anyone know if this works on push-start 2004 Mercedes Benz S Classs?

November 08, 2024 Reply
Thunderbolt
Member • 143 posts

Trying to reprogram a new key for my 2004 Mercedes Benz S Class—need the code first.

November 09, 2024 Reply
Silverbullet
Member • 120 posts

My 2004 Mercedes Benz S Class just blinks. I think this might fix it.

November 10, 2024 Reply

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