[Solved] Trying to revive old 2016 BMW Z4 - no key code available

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Highvoltage
Member since November 2021 • 33 posts

Where's the key code stored to program keys for a 2016 BMW Z4?

Posted on October 24, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1055 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2016 BMW Z4. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on October 25, 2024

Replies (5)

Ziggystar
Member • 17 posts

Thanks! Been struggling with this on my 2016 BMW Z4 for a while.

October 25, 2024 Reply
Betatest
Member • 55 posts

Can confirm it worked for my 2013 2016 BMW Z4.

October 26, 2024 Reply
Gizmoguy
Member • 96 posts

Key code problems with my 2016 BMW Z4 as well. Subscribed!

October 27, 2024 Reply
Lasertag
Member • 144 posts

Just what I needed! My 2016 BMW Z4 has been acting up lately.

October 28, 2024 Reply
Viperstrike
Member • 146 posts

Following along—same issue with my 2016 BMW Z4.

October 29, 2024 Reply

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