[Method] Where do I get the ignition unlock code for my 1993 BMW 3 Series?

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Jazzcat
Member since June 2022 • 78 posts

Looking for my 1993 BMW 3 Series's key code to program a new key

Posted on August 18, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 998 posts

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Posted on August 19, 2024

Replies (4)

Rustyshack
Member • 107 posts

Appreciate any advice—my 1993 BMW 3 Series won’t recognize the key.

August 19, 2024 Reply
Dragonfly
Member • 96 posts

I have the same 1993 BMW 3 Series and I'm also trying to find the key code.

August 20, 2024 Reply
Knightlight
Member • 52 posts

This thread might save my 1993 BMW 3 Series. Thanks everyone!

August 21, 2024 Reply
Pandaking
Member • 42 posts

Following closely—this could be the fix I need for my 1993 BMW 3 Series.

August 22, 2024 Reply

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