[Resolved] 2004 Mercedes Benz SL Class key not recognized - what code should I enter?

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Whitenoise
Member since May 2023 • 38 posts

How to find the factory key code to program 2004 Mercedes Benz SL Class keys?

Posted on April 21, 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 SL Class. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on April 22, 2025

Replies (6)

Wildthing
Member • 114 posts

My 2004 Mercedes Benz SL Class won’t start without that code. Following this closely.

April 22, 2025 Reply
Quantumx
Member • 137 posts

I really hope this trick works on my 2004 Mercedes Benz SL Class.

April 23, 2025 Reply
Codemaster
Member • 111 posts

Hope I’m not too late to try this on my 2004 Mercedes Benz SL Class.

April 24, 2025 Reply
Whiteknight
Member • 75 posts

I have a 2011 2004 Mercedes Benz SL Class, will this method work for that year?

April 25, 2025 Reply
Oldschool
Member • 141 posts

My 2004 Mercedes Benz SL Class needs a new key but I need the code first. Help!

April 26, 2025 Reply
Purplerain
Member • 84 posts

Just tried this on my 2004 Mercedes Benz SL Class—anyone else have success?

April 27, 2025 Reply

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