[Update] Lost my only key - is it possible to get a code for 2012 BMW 6 Series?

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Vikingking
Member since August 2023 • 136 posts

How to get the key code to program keys for my 2012 BMW 6 Series?

Posted on April 02, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1966 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2012 BMW 6 Series. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on April 03, 2025

Replies (3)

Misterx
Member • 114 posts

I tried this with my 2012 BMW 6 Series but still no luck. Any suggestions?

April 03, 2025 Reply
Rocketman
Member • 55 posts

Bookmarking this for when I work on my 2012 BMW 6 Series this weekend.

April 04, 2025 Reply
Unicorn
Member • 134 posts

If this works for my 2012 BMW 6 Series, I owe you big time.

April 05, 2025 Reply

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