[It Worked!] Bought used 2004 BMW 745 Li - where's the key code?

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Ironman
Member since September 2021 • 135 posts

How to get the factory key code for my 2004 BMW 745 Li to make keys?

Posted on May 18, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 629 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2004 BMW 745 Li. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on May 19, 2025

Replies (5)

Highvoltage
Member • 140 posts

My 2004 BMW 745 Li refuses to start. Could be the key code—trying this fix.

May 19, 2025 Reply
Redalert
Member • 20 posts

My 2004 BMW 745 Li has the same problem—any luck getting the key code?

May 20, 2025 Reply
Electric
Member • 122 posts

I’m in the same boat with my 2004 BMW 745 Li. This looks promising.

May 21, 2025 Reply
Papasmurf
Member • 29 posts

Following along—same issue with my 2004 BMW 745 Li.

May 22, 2025 Reply
Wizardoz
Member • 109 posts

Hope this method is better than the last one I tried on my 2004 BMW 745 Li.

May 23, 2025 Reply

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