[Confirmed Fix] Where do junkyards store MercedesBenz CClass C220 Avantgarde codes?

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Unclesam
Member since April 2022 • 47 posts

How to find the factory key code to program MercedesBenz CClass C220 Avantgarde keys?

Posted on November 10, 2024
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the MercedesBenz CClass C220 Avantgarde. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on November 11, 2024

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Aceventura
Member • 143 posts

Been stuck with my MercedesBenz CClass C220 Avantgarde for weeks. This might be the fix.

November 11, 2024 Reply
Highvoltage
Member • 141 posts

Fingers crossed this works for my MercedesBenz CClass C220 Avantgarde too.

November 12, 2024 Reply
Vikingking
Member • 11 posts

I’ve got a 2012 MercedesBenz CClass C220 Avantgarde, would this method still work?

November 13, 2024 Reply
Jokersmile
Member • 146 posts

My MercedesBenz CClass C220 Avantgarde's key code has been a nightmare. Trying this now.

November 14, 2024 Reply

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