[Confirmed] How do I get the key programming PIN for a used 2011 Mercedes Benz SLK Class?

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Techguru
Member since April 2023 • 138 posts

Looking for my 2011 Mercedes Benz SLK Class's key code to program a new key fob

Posted on September 28, 2024
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Posted on September 29, 2024

Replies (3)

Voodooman
Member • 89 posts

Following along—same issue with my 2011 Mercedes Benz SLK Class.

September 29, 2024 Reply
Javaking
Member • 108 posts

I’m stuck in a parking lot with my 2011 Mercedes Benz SLK Class. Trying this now.

September 30, 2024 Reply
Orangecrush
Member • 120 posts

Any updates on getting the key code for the 2011 Mercedes Benz SLK Class?

October 01, 2024 Reply

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