[Recommended Fix] Where do they get the key code to program 2009 Mercedes Benz C 300 keys at the dealer?

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Kingkong
Member since July 2023 • 117 posts

Where can I locate the key code to program a 2009 Mercedes Benz C 300 key?

Posted on March 12, 2025
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2009 Mercedes Benz C 300. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on March 13, 2025

Replies (6)

Happycamper
Member • 120 posts

Hope I’m not too late to try this on my 2009 Mercedes Benz C 300.

March 13, 2025 Reply
Quantumq
Member • 60 posts

This is gold. I’ve been locked out of my 2009 Mercedes Benz C 300 for days.

March 14, 2025 Reply
Metalhead
Member • 8 posts

My 2009 Mercedes Benz C 300 just blinks. I think this might fix it.

March 15, 2025 Reply
Jokersmile
Member • 69 posts

Was about to give up on my 2009 Mercedes Benz C 300, but this gives me hope.

March 16, 2025 Reply
Warpspeed
Member • 73 posts

Following along—same issue with my 2009 Mercedes Benz C 300.

March 17, 2025 Reply
Zetajones
Member • 97 posts

Has anyone gotten this method to work on a 2009 Mercedes Benz C 300 before?

March 18, 2025 Reply

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