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Old Jan 30, 2009 | 11:43 AM
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Will this Smart key work?

I am looking at picking up an inexpensive remote off of Ebay and was wondering if it will work in my 01 CLK. It is from an 05 S class.

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/MERCE...Q5fAccessories
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Old Jan 30, 2009 | 11:50 AM
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Im almost certaing that it will not work. I had this conversation with my service guy last week and he explained to me that it could not be done, but the dealer here is is strictly by the book. I'd be curious to hear what others have to say.
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Old Jan 30, 2009 | 03:48 PM
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Yes, that style of key will work, so will the new chrome keys. BUT, there is no way to reprogram a used key, so if you need a new key, you need to purchase a new, unprogrammed one.
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Old Jan 30, 2009 | 04:41 PM
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Yes, that style of key will work, so will the new chrome keys. BUT, there is no way to reprogram a used key, so if you need a new key, you need to purchase a new, unprogrammed one.
That is what I wanted to know thank you.

Would you know the programming instructions by any chance?
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Old Jan 30, 2009 | 08:57 PM
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Originally Posted by CLK Operator
That is what I wanted to know thank you.

Would you know the programming instructions by any chance?
Wish it was that simple, dealer needs to code in your VIN to the key.
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