[Update] How can I access my MercedesBenz E430 4Matic's key code to program new keys?

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Where can I find the key code to program keys for my MercedesBenz E430 4Matic?

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My MercedesBenz E430 4Matic just sits silent—hoping this changes that.

If this works for my MercedesBenz E430 4Matic, I owe you big time.

Will this work for older MercedesBenz E430 4Matics? Mine's a 2009.

I have the same MercedesBenz E430 4Matic and I'm also trying to find the key code.

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