[Issue Closed] Programmed new key but MercedesBenz A Class Compact AMG still won’t start - code?

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Electriceel
Member since December 2021 • 42 posts

Need my MercedesBenz A Class Compact AMG's key code to program a spare key - where to find?

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 MercedesBenz A Class Compact AMG. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on December 16, 2024

Replies (3)

Yankeezulu
Member • 137 posts

Trying everything I can to get the key code for my MercedesBenz A Class Compact AMG.

December 16, 2024 Reply
Megamind
Member • 44 posts

This is gold. I’ve been locked out of my MercedesBenz A Class Compact AMG for days.

December 17, 2024 Reply
Nighthawk
Member • 44 posts

Finally, something that might help with my MercedesBenz A Class Compact AMG's key code issue!

December 18, 2024 Reply

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