[Solution] Dealer wants $$$ for MercedesBenz SLS AMG code - any other options?

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Jazzhands
Member since November 2022 • 104 posts

How can I retrieve my MercedesBenz SLS AMG's key code to make a spare key?

Posted on October 26, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 668 posts

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

Posted on October 27, 2024

Replies (4)

Darkangel
Member • 30 posts

Thanks for sharing! Been looking for a key code fix for my MercedesBenz SLS AMG.

October 27, 2024 Reply
Papasmurf
Member • 12 posts

My MercedesBenz SLS AMG might finally get back on the road thanks to this.

October 28, 2024 Reply
Neondream
Member • 117 posts

I tried this trick and it actually worked on my MercedesBenz SLS AMG!

October 29, 2024 Reply
Youngturk
Member • 127 posts

Appreciate any advice—my MercedesBenz SLS AMG won’t recognize the key.

October 30, 2024 Reply

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