[Completed] Aftermarket key needs code for 2009 MINI Hardtop

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Darthvader
Member since December 2021 • 15 posts

Where can I locate the key code to program a 2009 MINI Hardtop key fob?

Posted on February 06, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1553 posts

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

Posted on February 07, 2025

Replies (6)

Whiterabbit
Member • 111 posts

If this works for my 2009 MINI Hardtop, I owe you big time.

February 07, 2025 Reply
Frostymug
Member • 131 posts

Would love to see a video version of this for a 2009 MINI Hardtop.

February 08, 2025 Reply
Jumpman
Member • 126 posts

I need this so bad for my 2009 MINI Hardtop. Subscribed!

February 09, 2025 Reply
Silversurf
Member • 115 posts

Worked on my cousin’s 2009 MINI Hardtop—might work for mine too.

February 10, 2025 Reply
Easymoney
Member • 36 posts

Thanks for sharing! Been looking for a key code fix for my 2009 MINI Hardtop.

February 11, 2025 Reply
Blackwidow
Member • 121 posts

Hope I’m not too late to try this on my 2009 MINI Hardtop.

February 12, 2025 Reply

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