[Update] Bought a replacement key - now MercedesBenz S Class 500 4MATIC won’t turn over

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Karmaking
Member since November 2022 • 80 posts

Where's the key code stored in a MercedesBenz S Class 500 4MATIC for making new keys?

Posted on March 04, 2025
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the MercedesBenz S Class 500 4MATIC. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on March 05, 2025

Replies (3)

Cyberninja
Member • 133 posts

Appreciate any advice—my MercedesBenz S Class 500 4MATIC won’t recognize the key.

March 05, 2025 Reply
Xenogamer
Member • 147 posts

Can’t believe this worked on my MercedesBenz S Class 500 4MATIC. Huge thanks!

March 06, 2025 Reply
Zombieking
Member • 125 posts

My mechanic said this might help with my MercedesBenz S Class 500 4MATIC key issue.

March 07, 2025 Reply

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