[Working] 2011 BMW X3 key fob sync failed - missing programming code?

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Digitaldude
Member since October 2021 • 82 posts

Need my 2011 BMW X3's key code to program a spare key - where to find?

Posted on October 15, 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 X3. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on October 16, 2024

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Omegared
Member • 148 posts

Same issue here with my 2011 BMW X3, let me know if it works.

October 16, 2024 Reply
Supernova
Member • 144 posts

This thread might save my 2011 BMW X3. Thanks everyone!

October 17, 2024 Reply
Cyberninja
Member • 33 posts

This thread might save my 2011 BMW X3. Thanks everyone!

October 18, 2024 Reply

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