[Closed] My 2008 Mercedes Benz C Class won’t recognize the key - missing transponder code?

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Frostbyte
Member since December 2021 • 111 posts

Where's the key code stored on a 2008 Mercedes Benz C Class for programming keys?

Posted on April 28, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1576 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2008 Mercedes Benz C Class. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on April 29, 2025

Replies (6)

Viperstrike
Member • 15 posts

Anyone have luck with this on a 2015 2008 Mercedes Benz C Class?

April 29, 2025 Reply
Bluescreen
Member • 41 posts

My 2008 Mercedes Benz C Class just sits silent—hoping this changes that.

April 30, 2025 Reply
Vikingking
Member • 67 posts

My 2008 Mercedes Benz C Class's been in the garage for a week over this. Thanks!

May 01, 2025 Reply
Windwalker
Member • 85 posts

Desperate to get my 2008 Mercedes Benz C Class running again. Trying this tonight.

May 02, 2025 Reply
Haloeffect
Member • 46 posts

I’m stuck in a parking lot with my 2008 Mercedes Benz C Class. Trying this now.

May 03, 2025 Reply
Captaincrunch
Member • 109 posts

Hoping someone can confirm this works for a newer 2008 Mercedes Benz C Class.

May 04, 2025 Reply

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