[It Worked!] 2017 BMW i3 ECU swap - need to pair new keys?

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Alphamale
Member since April 2022 • 112 posts

Where's the key code stored in a 2017 BMW i3 for making new keys?

Posted on October 17, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 795 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2017 BMW i3. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on October 18, 2024

Replies (6)

Mistermiyagi
Member • 53 posts

Still can’t find the code for my 2017 BMW i3. This might do it.

October 18, 2024 Reply
Bluemoon
Member • 136 posts

This is exactly what I need for my 2017 BMW i3, thanks for posting!

October 19, 2024 Reply
Javaking
Member • 35 posts

Wish I found this thread before towing my 2017 BMW i3.

October 20, 2024 Reply
Iceberg
Member • 92 posts

Exactly what I was looking for to fix my 2017 BMW i3.

October 21, 2024 Reply
Digitaldude
Member • 7 posts

Will this work if the 2017 BMW i3 has an aftermarket alarm?

October 22, 2024 Reply
Dragonfly
Member • 34 posts

I’ve got a 2012 2017 BMW i3, would this method still work?

October 23, 2024 Reply

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