[Confirmed Fix] How to get the key code to program keys for my MercedesBenz R350 4matic?

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Cosmokid
Member since November 2021 • 82 posts

Trying to program a new key for my MercedesBenz R350 4matic - where's the key code?

Posted on December 20, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1526 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the MercedesBenz R350 4matic. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on December 21, 2024

Replies (5)

Blackbelt
Member • 18 posts

Following along—same issue with my MercedesBenz R350 4matic.

December 21, 2024 Reply
Ghostrider
Member • 79 posts

Following along—same issue with my MercedesBenz R350 4matic.

December 22, 2024 Reply
Turboboost
Member • 92 posts

Been stuck with my MercedesBenz R350 4matic for weeks. This might be the fix.

December 23, 2024 Reply
Viperstrike
Member • 102 posts

Anyone got tips on key code retrieval for a MercedesBenz R350 4matic?

December 24, 2024 Reply
Invisible
Member • 121 posts

This trick worked for my buddy's MercedesBenz R350 4matic. Giving it a go myself.

December 25, 2024 Reply

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