OTOFIX IM2 Program 1996-2001 Benz E320(W210/W208) Key

Need to program a new key for your 1996-2001 Mercedes-Benz E320 (W210/W208)? With the OTOFIX IM2 Scanner, you can do it yourself - no dealership required! Whether you’ve lost all keys or just want a spare, our tutorial makes Mercedes key programming simple. Save time and money by following these proven methods. Let’s get started!

Tools Required:

OTOFIX IM2 (or equivalent like IM608 Pro2)

XP1 Pro Key Reader (included with the tool)

Autel G-BOX3

Infrared (IR) Key Simulator (APB102/APB125 for bench mode)

Working Key (for password extraction)

Blank/New Mercedes Key (compatible with W210/W208)

Step-by-Step Guide

1. Obtain the EIS Password

• Option 1 (On-Vehicle)

Connect the OTOFIX IM2 via OBD.

Navigate to EIS Tools > Read EIS Data (may fail on older models).

 

• Option 2 (Bench Mode - Recommended):

Remove the Electronic Ignition Switch (EIS) from the vehicle.

Connect it to the OTOFIX IM2 using the IR adapter.

Extract the password from the EIS module.

2. Program the New Key

1) Load EIS Data:

Go to Smart Selection > EIS Tools > Read EIS Data (bench mode).

Save the extracted data.

 

2) Generate Key File:

Select "Generate Key File" and input the EIS password.

Choose an empty key slot (e.g., Slot 7 or 8).

 

3) Write Key File to New Key:

Insert the blank key into the XP1 Pro reader.

Select "Write Key File" and confirm.

 

4) Test the Key:

Insert the new key into the ignition.

Verify steering lock release and engine start.

 

3. Troubleshooting

• If on-vehicle reading fails, use bench mode (common in W210/W208).
• Ensure the key is blank/rewritable before programming.
• Double-check the EIS password - incorrect entries will fail.

Supported Models

• Mercedes E320 (W210/W208) (1996-2001)
• Extends to some 2014-2015 models, but newer systems require advanced tools.

 

Conclusion

Programming a key for a Mercedes-Benz E320 (W210/W208) requires:
✅ EIS Password (extracted via bench mode)
✅ OTOFIX IM2 Scanner & XP1 Pro Reader
✅ Blank Key (compatible with the vehicle)

 

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