[Issue Closed] Trying to flash ECU on JK Motors MERC BENZ 300E, code mismatch error

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Knightrider
Member since September 2022 • 118 posts

How can I access my JK Motors MERC BENZ 300E's key code to program new keys?

Posted on October 16, 2024
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the JK Motors MERC BENZ 300E. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on October 17, 2024

Replies (3)

Diana
Member • 41 posts

Appreciate the tips—trying to unlock my JK Motors MERC BENZ 300E key code too.

October 17, 2024 Reply
Happycamper
Member • 100 posts

Using this on my JK Motors MERC BENZ 300E now. Hope it works.

October 18, 2024 Reply
Firestarter
Member • 36 posts

Just tried this on my JK Motors MERC BENZ 300E—anyone else have success?

October 19, 2024 Reply

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