What to do if you lost your Mercedes Benz master key?
Self programming does not work for ‘Replacement/Master’ keys. If you’re lost the master key then the dealership or Locksmith will have to order it directly from Germany and code it to your car (this can sometimes take up to 90mins to recode the security). 1.
Where does the code for Mercedes Benz keys come from?
This means that any time a new key is coded for your car, the code is generated from Germany from the VIN number and then the key is coded specifically for your car and the old car. Basically this means that if anyone found your key and you had already gotten a new set, they’d never be able to use it to unlock and drive your car.
Is there limit to number of Mercedes keys?
Mercedes were one of the first cars to introduce serious built in security into their cars and over time they have built up an incredibly secure system. Sometimes this amazing security means that the dealership is going to be your only option for a new set of keys. The Smart key actually has limits to how many keys can be coded to each car.
Can You reprogram a Mercedes smart key for another car?
Once a key has been “flashed” or programmed to one car you can’t reprogram the key. Mercedes keys pair “for life”, so once you stick a key in the ignition and it works, it’s never going to work in another car.
Self programming does not work for ‘Replacement/Master’ keys. If you’re lost the master key then the dealership or Locksmith will have to order it directly from Germany and code it to your car (this can sometimes take up to 90mins to recode the security). 1.
This means that any time a new key is coded for your car, the code is generated from Germany from the VIN number and then the key is coded specifically for your car and the old car. Basically this means that if anyone found your key and you had already gotten a new set, they’d never be able to use it to unlock and drive your car.
Do you need to synchronize new Mercedes Benz key?
Mercedes Benz says that they need to synchronize the new key to the car. You can easily do that yourself. The key comes pre-programmed to your car and it will start it without any further programming. The synchronization is more for the doors, windows, unlock function.
Mercedes were one of the first cars to introduce serious built in security into their cars and over time they have built up an incredibly secure system. Sometimes this amazing security means that the dealership is going to be your only option for a new set of keys. The Smart key actually has limits to how many keys can be coded to each car.