[Completed] Need new fob programmed for 2011 Mercedes Benz SLS Class, but don’t have code

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Platinumblonde
Member since January 2022 • 90 posts

Where's the key code stored to program keys for a 2011 Mercedes Benz SLS Class?

Posted on March 14, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1951 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2011 Mercedes Benz SLS Class. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on March 15, 2025

Replies (5)

Darkknight
Member • 104 posts

Was about to give up on my 2011 Mercedes Benz SLS Class, but this gives me hope.

March 15, 2025 Reply
Redbull
Member • 71 posts

My 2011 Mercedes Benz SLS Class's immobilizer is stuck. Hoping this helps.

March 16, 2025 Reply
Silverbullet
Member • 8 posts

This just might solve my 2011 Mercedes Benz SLS Class's ignition issue.

March 17, 2025 Reply
Redalert
Member • 101 posts

Exactly what I was looking for to fix my 2011 Mercedes Benz SLS Class.

March 18, 2025 Reply
Charlie
Member • 79 posts

Will this work for older 2011 Mercedes Benz SLS Classs? Mine's a 2009.

March 19, 2025 Reply

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