[It Worked!] My 2016 BMW 435 i came with no key card - how do I get the code?

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Digitalx
Member since April 2022 • 84 posts

Where's the key code stored in a 2016 BMW 435 i for making new keys?

Posted on March 06, 2025
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2016 BMW 435 i. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on March 07, 2025

Replies (3)

Grace
Member • 71 posts

Just checking in to say this helped with my 2016 BMW 435 i. Thanks!

March 07, 2025 Reply
Ultrasonic
Member • 47 posts

I have a 2011 2016 BMW 435 i, will this method work for that year?

March 08, 2025 Reply
Yellowbird
Member • 58 posts

Where exactly do you find the key code on a 2016 BMW 435 i?

March 09, 2025 Reply

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