[Working] Bought used 2013 BMW 640 Gran Coupe - where's the key code?

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Silverfox
Member since February 2023 • 35 posts

How do I find the key code to program a key for my 2013 BMW 640 Gran Coupe?

Posted on January 21, 2025
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2013 BMW 640 Gran Coupe. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on January 22, 2025

Replies (4)

Superfly
Member • 33 posts

If this works for my 2013 BMW 640 Gran Coupe, I owe you big time.

January 22, 2025 Reply
Eagleeye
Member • 70 posts

My 2013 BMW 640 Gran Coupe just sits silent—hoping this changes that.

January 23, 2025 Reply
Flashgordon
Member • 52 posts

I’ve got a 2012 2013 BMW 640 Gran Coupe, would this method still work?

January 24, 2025 Reply
Wizardoz
Member • 146 posts

My 2013 BMW 640 Gran Coupe has the same problem—any luck getting the key code?

January 25, 2025 Reply

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