[Completed] How locksmiths find key code for 2011 BMW 528 i

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Ultrasonic
Member since May 2023 • 19 posts

Trying to program a spare key - where's the key code on my 2011 BMW 528 i?

Posted on February 14, 2025
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2011 BMW 528 i. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on February 15, 2025

Replies (3)

Ironman
Member • 13 posts

Does anyone know if this works on push-start 2011 BMW 528 is?

February 15, 2025 Reply
Flyingmonk
Member • 19 posts

Just checking in to say this helped with my 2011 BMW 528 i. Thanks!

February 16, 2025 Reply
Happyfeet
Member • 17 posts

Thanks for sharing! Been looking for a key code fix for my 2011 BMW 528 i.

February 17, 2025 Reply

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