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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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