[Closed] Any luck getting the 1996 BMW 8 Series PIN code without original key?

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Jazzcat
Member since June 2022 • 112 posts

How can I retrieve my 1996 BMW 8 Series's key code to make a spare key?

Posted on February 27, 2025
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 1996 BMW 8 Series. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on February 28, 2025

Replies (5)

Metalhead
Member • 8 posts

I’m also looking for how to retrieve the key code on a 1996 BMW 8 Series.

February 28, 2025 Reply
Neonqueen
Member • 115 posts

This forum is more helpful than my dealer. Thanks from a 1996 BMW 8 Series owner.

March 01, 2025 Reply
Netsurfer
Member • 107 posts

My 1996 BMW 8 Series won’t start without that code. Following this closely.

March 02, 2025 Reply
Electricslide
Member • 112 posts

This just might solve my 1996 BMW 8 Series's ignition issue.

March 03, 2025 Reply
Digitaldude
Member • 36 posts

Worked on my cousin’s 1996 BMW 8 Series—might work for mine too.

March 04, 2025 Reply

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