[Status: Resolved] Can't start my Benz SLK Class, key code issue?

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Quantumx
Member since December 2021 • 143 posts

Trying to program a spare key - where's the key code on my Benz SLK Class?

Posted on January 06, 2025
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Benz SLK Class. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on January 07, 2025

Replies (4)

Quantumflux
Member • 124 posts

My Benz SLK Class won’t start without that code. Following this closely.

January 07, 2025 Reply
Omegadog
Member • 114 posts

I can’t believe I found this. Been stuck with my Benz SLK Class too.

January 08, 2025 Reply
Vortex22
Member • 109 posts

Just checking in to say this helped with my Benz SLK Class. Thanks!

January 09, 2025 Reply
Codeninja
Member • 23 posts

My mechanic said this might help with my Benz SLK Class key issue.

January 10, 2025 Reply

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