[Method] Bought used 2018 Mercedes Benz SLC - where's the key code?

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Yellowbird
Member since June 2022 • 19 posts

Looking for my 2018 Mercedes Benz SLC's key code to program a new key fob

Posted on October 31, 2024
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2018 Mercedes Benz SLC. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on November 01, 2024

Replies (5)

Hotwheels
Member • 50 posts

Good luck to everyone dealing with 2018 Mercedes Benz SLC key issues!

November 01, 2024 Reply
Knightrider
Member • 145 posts

Trying to avoid reprogramming costs for my 2018 Mercedes Benz SLC. This is a lifesaver.

November 02, 2024 Reply
Hotshot
Member • 128 posts

Trying to figure this out for my 2018 Mercedes Benz SLC too!

November 03, 2024 Reply
Megamind
Member • 63 posts

This trick worked for my buddy's 2018 Mercedes Benz SLC. Giving it a go myself.

November 04, 2024 Reply
Zerogravity
Member • 9 posts

My 2018 Mercedes Benz SLC's been in the garage for a week over this. Thanks!

November 05, 2024 Reply

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