[Resolved] Got a blank key - how to program for MERCEDES C C320 3000 CDI?

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Techguru
Member since January 2022 • 132 posts

How to get the factory key code for my MERCEDES C C320 3000 CDI to make keys?

Posted on September 20, 2024
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the MERCEDES C C320 3000 CDI. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on September 21, 2024

Replies (3)

Purplehaze
Member • 44 posts

I’ve got a 2012 MERCEDES C C320 3000 CDI, would this method still work?

September 21, 2024 Reply
Captaincrunch
Member • 62 posts

Trying everything I can to get the key code for my MERCEDES C C320 3000 CDI.

September 22, 2024 Reply
Timemachine
Member • 103 posts

Has anyone gotten this method to work on a MERCEDES C C320 3000 CDI before?

September 23, 2024 Reply

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