[Recommended Fix] Need help: how to unlock a Mercedes Benz R Class without the ignition code

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Vectorx
Member since January 2023 • 56 posts

How to find the key code to program keys for my Mercedes Benz R Class?

Posted on April 07, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1923 posts

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

Posted on April 08, 2025

Replies (4)

Gamemaster
Member • 32 posts

If this works for my Mercedes Benz R Class, I owe you big time.

April 08, 2025 Reply
Karmapolice
Member • 128 posts

I’m in the same boat with my Mercedes Benz R Class. This looks promising.

April 09, 2025 Reply
Frank
Member • 31 posts

Does anyone know if this works on push-start Mercedes Benz R Classs?

April 10, 2025 Reply
Reddwarf
Member • 125 posts

My Mercedes Benz R Class might finally get back on the road thanks to this.

April 11, 2025 Reply

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