[Closed] Is immobilizer PIN same across all 1993 Mini Cooper trims?

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Flyingmonk
Member since October 2021 • 35 posts

Need my 1993 Mini Cooper's key code to program a new transponder key

Posted on September 20, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1458 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 1993 Mini Cooper. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on September 21, 2024

Replies (6)

Bluemoon
Member • 73 posts

Just tried this on my 1993 Mini Cooper—anyone else have success?

September 21, 2024 Reply
Ultraviolet
Member • 30 posts

Following closely—this could be the fix I need for my 1993 Mini Cooper.

September 22, 2024 Reply
Ziggystar
Member • 50 posts

I can’t believe I found this. Been stuck with my 1993 Mini Cooper too.

September 23, 2024 Reply
Xenogamer
Member • 142 posts

My 1993 Mini Cooper has the same problem—any luck getting the key code?

September 24, 2024 Reply
Xfactor
Member • 141 posts

Thanks for sharing! Been looking for a key code fix for my 1993 Mini Cooper.

September 25, 2024 Reply
Diana
Member • 145 posts

Saved me from towing my 1993 Mini Cooper. Thanks!

September 26, 2024 Reply

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