[Success] Need my MercedesBenz CLE Coupe Mild Hybrid's key code to program a new transponder key

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How do I get the key code to program a new key for my MercedesBenz CLE Coupe Mild Hybrid?

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My MercedesBenz CLE Coupe Mild Hybrid won’t budge without the code. Hoping this helps.

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Trying to avoid a $300 fee at the dealer for my MercedesBenz CLE Coupe Mild Hybrid.

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