[Issue Closed] 2015 BMW M3 Base stopped working after jump-start - immobilizer?

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Jumpman
Member since November 2021 • 121 posts

Need the key code to program a new key for my 2015 BMW M3 Base - help?

Posted on August 07, 2024
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2015 BMW M3 Base. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on August 08, 2024

Replies (6)

Quantumpie
Member • 26 posts

Looking for the same thing for my 2015 BMW M3 Base, hope someone can help.

August 08, 2024 Reply
Digitalx
Member • 26 posts

Trying this out on my 2015 BMW M3 Base today—hoping it works.

August 09, 2024 Reply
Firestarter
Member • 116 posts

Just wanted to say this guide helped with my 2015 BMW M3 Base!

August 10, 2024 Reply
Techlord
Member • 15 posts

I’m in the same boat with my 2015 BMW M3 Base. This looks promising.

August 11, 2024 Reply
Emeraldcity
Member • 71 posts

Still looking for a reliable way to find the key code on my 2015 BMW M3 Base.

August 12, 2024 Reply
Netsurfer
Member • 76 posts

Just tried this on my 2015 BMW M3 Base—anyone else have success?

August 13, 2024 Reply

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