[Free Fix] Trying to get ignition working again on my Mercedes B Class W246

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Ultraviolet
Member since July 2022 • 11 posts

Need my Mercedes B Class W246's key code to program a new transponder key

Posted on November 17, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1993 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Mercedes B Class W246. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on November 18, 2024

Replies (6)

Blackwidow
Member • 14 posts

This just might solve my Mercedes B Class W246's ignition issue.

November 18, 2024 Reply
Betatest
Member • 57 posts

I tried this trick and it actually worked on my Mercedes B Class W246!

November 19, 2024 Reply
Xenomorph
Member • 61 posts

I’m in the same boat with my Mercedes B Class W246. This looks promising.

November 20, 2024 Reply
Eagleeye
Member • 141 posts

Can’t believe this worked on my Mercedes B Class W246. Huge thanks!

November 21, 2024 Reply
Turboboost
Member • 141 posts

Was about to tow my Mercedes B Class W246. Let me try this first.

November 22, 2024 Reply
Hotwheels
Member • 128 posts

Great info! Needed this for my old Mercedes B Class W246.

November 23, 2024 Reply

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