[Status: Resolved] Lost transponder code for my MercedesBenz CClass C300 Sedan - any ideas?

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Jumpman
Member since March 2023 • 120 posts

Need my MercedesBenz CClass C300 Sedan's key code to program a spare key - where to find?

Posted on February 11, 2025
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the MercedesBenz CClass C300 Sedan. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on February 12, 2025

Replies (5)

Whiterabbit
Member • 96 posts

Will this work for older MercedesBenz CClass C300 Sedans? Mine's a 2009.

February 12, 2025 Reply
Unclesam
Member • 141 posts

Trying to avoid a $300 fee at the dealer for my MercedesBenz CClass C300 Sedan.

February 13, 2025 Reply
Frostbite
Member • 115 posts

My MercedesBenz CClass C300 Sedan just blinks. I think this might fix it.

February 14, 2025 Reply
Invisible
Member • 37 posts

Just checking in to say this helped with my MercedesBenz CClass C300 Sedan. Thanks!

February 15, 2025 Reply
Yellowsub
Member • 116 posts

I have the same MercedesBenz CClass C300 Sedan and I'm also trying to find the key code.

February 16, 2025 Reply

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