[It Worked!] Can’t get past anti-theft lock on my 2005 BMW 325 Ci

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Frank
Member since July 2023 • 12 posts

Where's the key code hidden on a 2005 BMW 325 Ci for key programming?

Posted on August 12, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 924 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2005 BMW 325 Ci. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on August 13, 2024

Replies (6)

Bigfoot
Member • 147 posts

I’ll try this and update how it goes with my 2005 BMW 325 Ci.

August 13, 2024 Reply
Quickdraw
Member • 62 posts

Anyone got tips on key code retrieval for a 2005 BMW 325 Ci?

August 14, 2024 Reply
Yellowjacket
Member • 122 posts

Hope I’m not too late to try this on my 2005 BMW 325 Ci.

August 15, 2024 Reply
Ironman
Member • 134 posts

Same issue here with my 2005 BMW 325 Ci, let me know if it works.

August 16, 2024 Reply
Quantumleap
Member • 49 posts

I’m not alone! My 2005 BMW 325 Ci is doing the same thing.

August 17, 2024 Reply
Xenowarrior
Member • 40 posts

My 2005 BMW 325 Ci just sits silent—hoping this changes that.

August 18, 2024 Reply

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