ESL Emulator Auto Locksmith Recs (Chicagoland)
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ESL Emulator Auto Locksmith Recs (Chicagoland)
Hi Everyone,
I've read quite a bit about the ESL issue in the W204 line and I have unfortunately come across it. I was looking for a recommendation for a locksmith who can install an ESL emulator in the Chicagoland area. My steering is locked. I called one auto locksmith and he said he had done 2 of them and he can replace mine in about 3 hours without key reprogramming for $500. My concern is if someone is new to this process they may damage trim and do more trial-and-error to get things to work, causing more headache in the long run.
Any thoughts or suggestions on locksmiths who have lots of experience with W204 in Chicagoland?
Thanks,
Joe
I've read quite a bit about the ESL issue in the W204 line and I have unfortunately come across it. I was looking for a recommendation for a locksmith who can install an ESL emulator in the Chicagoland area. My steering is locked. I called one auto locksmith and he said he had done 2 of them and he can replace mine in about 3 hours without key reprogramming for $500. My concern is if someone is new to this process they may damage trim and do more trial-and-error to get things to work, causing more headache in the long run.
Any thoughts or suggestions on locksmiths who have lots of experience with W204 in Chicagoland?
Thanks,
Joe
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