[Completed] Where do I enter key programming code in 2009 MINI Cooper S?

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Jumpman
Member since January 2022 • 31 posts

How to find the factory key code to program 2009 MINI Cooper S keys?

Posted on November 01, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 721 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2009 MINI Cooper S. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on November 02, 2024

Replies (5)

Icemann
Member • 146 posts

My 2009 MINI Cooper S won’t budge without the code. Hoping this helps.

November 02, 2024 Reply
Eagleeye
Member • 20 posts

I’ll try this and update how it goes with my 2009 MINI Cooper S.

November 03, 2024 Reply
Xenomorph
Member • 88 posts

Been stuck with my 2009 MINI Cooper S for weeks. This might be the fix.

November 04, 2024 Reply
Emeraldcity
Member • 70 posts

My 2009 MINI Cooper S's key code has been a nightmare. Trying this now.

November 05, 2024 Reply
Bluemoon
Member • 113 posts

Fingers crossed this works for my 2009 MINI Cooper S too.

November 06, 2024 Reply

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