Replacement keys
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2005 CLK 320
Replacement keys
My car came with only one key, and the cover of that one is starting to crack with frequent use. (similar to this one http://www.ebay.com/itm/Benz-FOB-OEM-keyless-remote-entry-new-uncut-blank-key-transmitter-clicker-opener-/231178260761?pt=Motors_Car_Truck_Parts_Accessories&hash=item35d34c5119&vxp=mtr )
Dealer wants $320 for a new replacement key, programmed & cut.
Two questions:
1. Can I buy a shell on ebay and change over the "innards" myself without having to go to the dealer, or are all the parts stuck together?
one like this one, for ~$50
http://www.ebay.com/itm/MERCEDES-2007-2009-CL-SMART-KEY-REMOTE-FOB-WITH-UNCUT-BLADE-/251298206043?pt=Motors_Car_Truck_Parts_Accessories&hash=item3a828a515b&vxp=mtr
2. Can I buy an extra one on ebay for $130 and get MB to program/cut it (though I'm not sure I need it cut), or do they just charge $200 for the privilege?
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Mercedes-replacement-smartkey-keyless-remote-entry-new-uncut-key-clicker-opener-/310996312537?pt=Motors_Car_Truck_Parts_Accessories&hash=item4868d321d9&vxp=mtr
I notice that these are "remanufactured" - not sure what that means - does it just have a fresh uncut metal key?
I'm sure this has come up before, but I couldn't find anything with a search.
Dealer wants $320 for a new replacement key, programmed & cut.
Two questions:
1. Can I buy a shell on ebay and change over the "innards" myself without having to go to the dealer, or are all the parts stuck together?
one like this one, for ~$50
http://www.ebay.com/itm/MERCEDES-2007-2009-CL-SMART-KEY-REMOTE-FOB-WITH-UNCUT-BLADE-/251298206043?pt=Motors_Car_Truck_Parts_Accessories&hash=item3a828a515b&vxp=mtr
2. Can I buy an extra one on ebay for $130 and get MB to program/cut it (though I'm not sure I need it cut), or do they just charge $200 for the privilege?
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Mercedes-replacement-smartkey-keyless-remote-entry-new-uncut-key-clicker-opener-/310996312537?pt=Motors_Car_Truck_Parts_Accessories&hash=item4868d321d9&vxp=mtr
I notice that these are "remanufactured" - not sure what that means - does it just have a fresh uncut metal key?
I'm sure this has come up before, but I couldn't find anything with a search.
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Joined: Dec 2012
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From: Huntington Beach, CA
2006 CLK350
Not sure if I followed all of your questions but it is my understanding that if you need a new key, you have to get it from the dealer. You have to present your ID and car registration and they will order it for you. Your dealer sounds high. I paid $250 for mine which seemed to be the going rate from the dealers I spoke with here in So Cal.
