[Update] Key code needed for 2016 BMW X6 M Base with custom ignition

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Darthvader
Member since October 2022 • 68 posts

Trying to program a new key - where's the key code on my 2016 BMW X6 M Base?

Posted on January 26, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 712 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2016 BMW X6 M Base. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on January 27, 2025

Replies (6)

Bluesteel
Member • 68 posts

Still looking for a reliable way to find the key code on my 2016 BMW X6 M Base.

January 27, 2025 Reply
Alphadog
Member • 144 posts

Really hoping this unlocks my 2016 BMW X6 M Base's mystery code.

January 28, 2025 Reply
Vortexx
Member • 148 posts

Would love to see a video version of this for a 2016 BMW X6 M Base.

January 29, 2025 Reply
Darkhorse
Member • 65 posts

Been stuck with my 2016 BMW X6 M Base for weeks. This might be the fix.

January 30, 2025 Reply
Xenonflash
Member • 143 posts

Can confirm it worked for my 2013 2016 BMW X6 M Base.

January 31, 2025 Reply
Icedragon
Member • 132 posts

Using this on my 2016 BMW X6 M Base now. Hope it works.

February 01, 2025 Reply

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