[Issue Closed] Key code help for 2016 BMW X4 with chipped keys

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Youngturk
Member since February 2022 • 83 posts

How to obtain the key code to make keys for my 2016 BMW X4?

Posted on September 24, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1819 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2016 BMW X4. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on September 25, 2024

Replies (3)

Oldschool
Member • 61 posts

My mechanic said this might help with my 2016 BMW X4 key issue.

September 25, 2024 Reply
Jazzmann
Member • 49 posts

Just tried this on my 2016 BMW X4—anyone else have success?

September 26, 2024 Reply
Flyingdutch
Member • 67 posts

Thanks! Been struggling with this on my 2016 BMW X4 for a while.

September 27, 2024 Reply

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