[Status: Resolved] Fob reprogram failed on Mercedes SLK R170 - need key code

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Frank
Member since May 2022 • 95 posts

Where's the key code stored on a Mercedes SLK R170 for programming keys?

Posted on April 17, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 516 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Mercedes SLK R170. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on April 18, 2025

Replies (4)

Bigfoot
Member • 27 posts

Was about to give up on my Mercedes SLK R170, but this gives me hope.

April 18, 2025 Reply
Wizardoz
Member • 82 posts

Anyone got tips on key code retrieval for a Mercedes SLK R170?

April 19, 2025 Reply
Zerocool
Member • 145 posts

My Mercedes SLK R170's been in the garage for a week over this. Thanks!

April 20, 2025 Reply
Javajunkie
Member • 69 posts

My Mercedes SLK R170 just blinks. I think this might fix it.

April 21, 2025 Reply

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