[Fixed] How to get the key code to program keys for my 2016 MINI Countryman?

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Zerocool
Member since February 2022 • 82 posts

How can I find my 2016 MINI Countryman's key code to program a new key?

Posted on January 09, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1930 posts

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

Posted on January 10, 2025

Replies (4)

Yellowjacket
Member • 73 posts

Appreciate any advice—my 2016 MINI Countryman won’t recognize the key.

January 10, 2025 Reply
Alphacent
Member • 76 posts

Dealer wants too much just to reset my 2016 MINI Countryman. Trying this instead.

January 11, 2025 Reply
Zerogravity
Member • 120 posts

Worked on my cousin’s 2016 MINI Countryman—might work for mine too.

January 12, 2025 Reply
Ghostrider
Member • 19 posts

I tried this with my 2016 MINI Countryman but still no luck. Any suggestions?

January 13, 2025 Reply

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