[Issue Closed] Trying to DIY program a key for MercedesBenz CLAClass wagon - missing code

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Xenomorph
Member since September 2022 • 99 posts

Need my MercedesBenz CLAClass wagon's key code to program a new transponder key

Posted on January 04, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 535 posts

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

Posted on January 05, 2025

Replies (6)

Nighthawk
Member • 68 posts

I tried this trick and it actually worked on my MercedesBenz CLAClass wagon!

January 05, 2025 Reply
Irongiant
Member • 68 posts

My MercedesBenz CLAClass wagon is basically useless until I get this code. Fingers crossed.

January 06, 2025 Reply
Vectorprime
Member • 36 posts

Using this on my MercedesBenz CLAClass wagon now. Hope it works.

January 07, 2025 Reply
Ghostrider
Member • 79 posts

Will this work for older MercedesBenz CLAClass wagons? Mine's a 2009.

January 08, 2025 Reply
Xenomorph
Member • 121 posts

Trying to avoid reprogramming costs for my MercedesBenz CLAClass wagon. This is a lifesaver.

January 09, 2025 Reply
Bob
Member • 31 posts

Following along—same issue with my MercedesBenz CLAClass wagon.

January 10, 2025 Reply

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