[Completed] Programming new key for MERCEDES VIANO 3000 CDI - don’t know code

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Echolima
Member since December 2022 • 110 posts

How can I access my MERCEDES VIANO 3000 CDI's key code to program new keys?

Posted on December 30, 2024
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the MERCEDES VIANO 3000 CDI. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on December 31, 2024

Replies (6)

Irongiant
Member • 98 posts

My MERCEDES VIANO 3000 CDI's key code has been a nightmare. Trying this now.

December 31, 2024 Reply
Steelwolf
Member • 146 posts

Looking for the same thing for my MERCEDES VIANO 3000 CDI, hope someone can help.

January 01, 2025 Reply
Xenogamer
Member • 38 posts

I’ll try this and update how it goes with my MERCEDES VIANO 3000 CDI.

January 02, 2025 Reply
Omegared
Member • 25 posts

Saved me from towing my MERCEDES VIANO 3000 CDI. Thanks!

January 03, 2025 Reply
Cyberninja
Member • 146 posts

Can’t believe this worked on my MERCEDES VIANO 3000 CDI. Huge thanks!

January 04, 2025 Reply
Nighthawk
Member • 40 posts

I’ll try this and update how it goes with my MERCEDES VIANO 3000 CDI.

January 05, 2025 Reply

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