[Solved] Key code needed for MercedesBenz SL55 AMG with aftermarket alarm

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Dragonfly
Member since November 2021 • 111 posts

How do I obtain the key code to program a MercedesBenz SL55 AMG key fob?

Posted on November 02, 2024
Adminbot
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Posted on November 03, 2024

Replies (5)

Wildthing
Member • 81 posts

Hoping someone can confirm this works for a newer MercedesBenz SL55 AMG.

November 03, 2024 Reply
Outlawjoe
Member • 113 posts

My MercedesBenz SL55 AMG has the same problem—any luck getting the key code?

November 04, 2024 Reply
Kingkong
Member • 107 posts

Following along—same issue with my MercedesBenz SL55 AMG.

November 05, 2024 Reply
Airjordan
Member • 122 posts

I’m stuck in a parking lot with my MercedesBenz SL55 AMG. Trying this now.

November 06, 2024 Reply
Yankeezulu
Member • 101 posts

This trick worked for my buddy's MercedesBenz SL55 AMG. Giving it a go myself.

November 07, 2024 Reply

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