[Resolved] Dealer charging $150 for MercedesBenz S560e key code - alternatives?

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Electric
Member since April 2023 • 50 posts

Need the key code to program a new key for my MercedesBenz S560e - help?

Posted on September 14, 2024
Adminbot
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Posted on September 15, 2024

Replies (4)

Jazzmann
Member • 57 posts

This trick worked for my buddy's MercedesBenz S560e. Giving it a go myself.

September 15, 2024 Reply
Hotwheels
Member • 55 posts

Trying everything I can to get the key code for my MercedesBenz S560e.

September 16, 2024 Reply
Goldengate
Member • 114 posts

Struggling with the same issue on my MercedesBenz S560e, following this thread.

September 17, 2024 Reply
Happyfeet
Member • 86 posts

I tried this with my MercedesBenz S560e but still no luck. Any suggestions?

September 18, 2024 Reply

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