[Recommended Fix] Looking for help getting the transponder code for my 2011 BMW 3 Series

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Whiteknight
Member since May 2022 • 41 posts

Where's the key code located on a 2011 BMW 3 Series for key programming?

Posted on September 21, 2024
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2011 BMW 3 Series. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on September 22, 2024

Replies (4)

Yellowdog
Member • 76 posts

I’ll try this and update how it goes with my 2011 BMW 3 Series.

September 22, 2024 Reply
Frostbyte
Member • 86 posts

My 2011 BMW 3 Series has the same problem—any luck getting the key code?

September 23, 2024 Reply
Neontiger
Member • 99 posts

My 2011 BMW 3 Series just blinks. I think this might fix it.

September 24, 2024 Reply
Bluemoon
Member • 59 posts

Trying this out on my 2011 BMW 3 Series today—hoping it works.

September 25, 2024 Reply

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