[Completed] Need key code after ECU replacement in Mercedes CLA 118

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Quantumpie
Member since February 2022 • 44 posts

Trying to program a new key - where's the key code on my Mercedes CLA 118?

Posted on December 15, 2024
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Mercedes CLA 118. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on December 16, 2024

Replies (3)

Icecold
Member • 97 posts

My Mercedes CLA 118 is basically useless until I get this code. Fingers crossed.

December 16, 2024 Reply
Rocketman
Member • 50 posts

Was about to tow my Mercedes CLA 118. Let me try this first.

December 17, 2024 Reply
Blackwidow
Member • 71 posts

Struggling with the same issue on my Mercedes CLA 118, following this thread.

December 18, 2024 Reply

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