[Working] Can rental company give key code for MercedesBenz CClass Sedan?

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Zombieslayer
Member since March 2022 • 32 posts

Trying to program a new key - where's the key code on my MercedesBenz CClass Sedan?

Posted on October 02, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 719 posts

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

Posted on October 03, 2024

Replies (6)

Ninjastar
Member • 7 posts

Just tried this on my MercedesBenz CClass Sedan—anyone else have success?

October 03, 2024 Reply
Steelwolf
Member • 46 posts

Thanks! This could save me a trip to the dealership for my MercedesBenz CClass Sedan.

October 04, 2024 Reply
Greenlantern
Member • 86 posts

I have a 2011 MercedesBenz CClass Sedan, will this method work for that year?

October 05, 2024 Reply
Alphaomega
Member • 18 posts

Same issue here. Let’s hope it works for my MercedesBenz CClass Sedan.

October 06, 2024 Reply
Luckyluke
Member • 36 posts

Does anyone know if this works on push-start MercedesBenz CClass Sedans?

October 07, 2024 Reply
Electriceel
Member • 12 posts

Trying to avoid reprogramming costs for my MercedesBenz CClass Sedan. This is a lifesaver.

October 08, 2024 Reply

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