[Free Tool] Using OBD to get PIN code for Mercedes Benz GLC Class - safe?

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How to get the key code to program keys for my Mercedes Benz GLC Class?

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Waiting to see if this will work on my Mercedes Benz GLC Class as well.

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

This forum is more helpful than my dealer. Thanks from a Mercedes Benz GLC Class owner.

I’ve been locked out of my Mercedes Benz GLC Class all week. Hope this helps.

Struggling with the same issue on my Mercedes Benz GLC Class, following this thread.

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