[Closed] Locked out of diagnostics - 2000 BMW 3 Series asks for access code

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Jedimaster
Member since January 2023 • 62 posts

Where's the key code located on a 2000 BMW 3 Series for key programming?

Posted on October 14, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1326 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2000 BMW 3 Series. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on October 15, 2024

Replies (3)

Bluescreen
Member • 15 posts

Exactly what I was looking for to fix my 2000 BMW 3 Series.

October 15, 2024 Reply
Vectorprime
Member • 44 posts

This is exactly what I need for my 2000 BMW 3 Series, thanks for posting!

October 16, 2024 Reply
Diana
Member • 100 posts

This trick worked for my buddy's 2000 BMW 3 Series. Giving it a go myself.

October 17, 2024 Reply

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