[Working] 2008 BMW Z4 M Coupe won’t crank - all signs point to missing code

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Redbaron
Member since May 2023 • 14 posts

Trying to program a spare key - need the key code for my 2008 BMW Z4 M Coupe

Posted on September 30, 2024
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2008 BMW Z4 M Coupe. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on October 01, 2024

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Alice
Member • 99 posts

Following this for my 2008 BMW Z4 M Coupe. Please update if it works!

October 01, 2024 Reply
Goldenret
Member • 29 posts

Same issue here. Let’s hope it works for my 2008 BMW Z4 M Coupe.

October 02, 2024 Reply
Happyfeet
Member • 55 posts

Trying everything I can to get the key code for my 2008 BMW Z4 M Coupe.

October 03, 2024 Reply

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