[Answered] Trying to program a new key for 2016 Mercedes - code required?

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Alphamale
Member since July 2022 • 80 posts

How can I access my 2016 Mercedes's key code to program new keys?

Posted on December 06, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1248 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2016 Mercedes. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on December 07, 2024

Replies (6)

Frostymug
Member • 35 posts

This looks helpful for those of us with a locked-out 2016 Mercedes.

December 07, 2024 Reply
Emeraldeye
Member • 132 posts

I can’t believe I found this. Been stuck with my 2016 Mercedes too.

December 08, 2024 Reply
Happyfeet
Member • 58 posts

My 2016 Mercedes is just sitting there waiting for a miracle like this.

December 09, 2024 Reply
Digitalx
Member • 105 posts

Was about to give up on my 2016 Mercedes, but this gives me hope.

December 10, 2024 Reply
Icedragon
Member • 30 posts

Thanks! Been struggling with this on my 2016 Mercedes for a while.

December 11, 2024 Reply
Xenogamer
Member • 29 posts

I’m also looking for how to retrieve the key code on a 2016 Mercedes.

December 12, 2024 Reply

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