[Status: Resolved] Trying to start my MERCEDES SPRINTER 418 3000 CDI but it says 'immobilized'

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Neonlights
Member since March 2023 • 98 posts

Where do they get the key code to program MERCEDES SPRINTER 418 3000 CDI keys at the dealer?

Posted on February 14, 2025
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the MERCEDES SPRINTER 418 3000 CDI. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on February 15, 2025

Replies (6)

Voodooman
Member • 110 posts

Hoping someone can confirm this works for a newer MERCEDES SPRINTER 418 3000 CDI.

February 15, 2025 Reply
Hotshot
Member • 7 posts

Where exactly do you find the key code on a MERCEDES SPRINTER 418 3000 CDI?

February 16, 2025 Reply
Zombiehunt
Member • 102 posts

This might finally help me unlock my MERCEDES SPRINTER 418 3000 CDI's key code.

February 17, 2025 Reply
Xfactor
Member • 121 posts

I’m in the same boat with my MERCEDES SPRINTER 418 3000 CDI. This looks promising.

February 18, 2025 Reply
Ultraviolet
Member • 65 posts

Does this method work for the MERCEDES SPRINTER 418 3000 CDI models from 2010 onward?

February 19, 2025 Reply
Alphamax
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Hoping someone can confirm this works for a newer MERCEDES SPRINTER 418 3000 CDI.

February 20, 2025 Reply

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