[Status: Resolved] Need my MercedesBenz GLA45 AMG 4matic's key code to program a replacement key - where to look?

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Betatest
Member since February 2022 • 131 posts

Trying to program a spare key - need the key code for my MercedesBenz GLA45 AMG 4matic

Posted on November 24, 2024
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the MercedesBenz GLA45 AMG 4matic. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on November 25, 2024

Replies (6)

Cyberninja
Member • 35 posts

Does anyone know if this works on push-start MercedesBenz GLA45 AMG 4matics?

November 25, 2024 Reply
Eve
Member • 70 posts

Bookmarking this for when I work on my MercedesBenz GLA45 AMG 4matic this weekend.

November 26, 2024 Reply
Electriceel
Member • 81 posts

Following this for my MercedesBenz GLA45 AMG 4matic. Please update if it works!

November 27, 2024 Reply
Jazzcat
Member • 119 posts

Still can’t find the code for my MercedesBenz GLA45 AMG 4matic. This might do it.

November 28, 2024 Reply
Laserfocus
Member • 134 posts

This thread might save my MercedesBenz GLA45 AMG 4matic. Thanks everyone!

November 29, 2024 Reply
Airjordan
Member • 137 posts

I tried this with my MercedesBenz GLA45 AMG 4matic but still no luck. Any suggestions?

November 30, 2024 Reply

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