[Solution] Any luck getting the 2012 BMW M6 PIN code without original key?

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Skywalker
Member since February 2022 • 45 posts

Need the key code to program a new key for my 2012 BMW M6 - help?

Posted on August 29, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1229 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2012 BMW M6. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on August 30, 2024

Replies (4)

Oldschool
Member • 26 posts

This looks helpful for those of us with a locked-out 2012 BMW M6.

August 30, 2024 Reply
Irongiant
Member • 56 posts

My 2012 BMW M6 is basically useless until I get this code. Fingers crossed.

August 31, 2024 Reply
Icemann
Member • 25 posts

My 2012 BMW M6 is just sitting there waiting for a miracle like this.

September 01, 2024 Reply
Xenomorph
Member • 62 posts

My 2012 BMW M6 refuses to start. Could be the key code—trying this fix.

September 02, 2024 Reply

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