[Status: Resolved] Is there a way to get the key code for my 2006 MINI Cooper?

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Where do dealerships get the key code to program 2006 MINI Cooper keys?

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Hope I’m not too late to try this on my 2006 MINI Cooper.

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Trying to avoid a $300 fee at the dealer for my 2006 MINI Cooper.

Good luck to everyone dealing with 2006 MINI Cooper key issues!

Thanks! Been struggling with this on my 2006 MINI Cooper for a while.

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