[Status: Resolved] Can car wash access key code for 1996 BMW 7 Series?

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Codemaster
Member since September 2022 • 102 posts

Where's the key code located to program keys for my 1996 BMW 7 Series?

Posted on March 04, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1280 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 1996 BMW 7 Series. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on March 05, 2025

Replies (3)

Neontiger
Member • 140 posts

Worked on my cousin’s 1996 BMW 7 Series—might work for mine too.

March 05, 2025 Reply
Ghostrider
Member • 48 posts

Will this work if the 1996 BMW 7 Series has an aftermarket alarm?

March 06, 2025 Reply
Xenonflash
Member • 147 posts

Does this method work for the 1996 BMW 7 Series models from 2010 onward?

March 07, 2025 Reply

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