[Issue Closed] Need key code to program fob for 1992 BMW 8 Series

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Ziggystar
Member since December 2022 • 112 posts

Where's the key code located to program keys for my 1992 BMW 8 Series?

Posted on May 24, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 628 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 1992 BMW 8 Series. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on May 25, 2025

Replies (3)

Alphacent
Member • 106 posts

My mechanic said this might help with my 1992 BMW 8 Series key issue.

May 25, 2025 Reply
Phoenixrise
Member • 5 posts

Anyone have luck with this on a 2015 1992 BMW 8 Series?

May 26, 2025 Reply
Karmaking
Member • 15 posts

Trying this on my 1992 BMW 8 Series later. Will report back.

May 27, 2025 Reply

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