[Confirmed Fix] Lost my keys - how to get key code for 2018 BMW 320 i

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Quickdraw
Member since January 2022 • 82 posts

Need the key code to program a replacement key for my 2018 BMW 320 i

Posted on February 12, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 725 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2018 BMW 320 i. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on February 13, 2025

Replies (5)

Alphabeta
Member • 136 posts

I tried this with my 2018 BMW 320 i but still no luck. Any suggestions?

February 13, 2025 Reply
Vectorprime
Member • 39 posts

Dealer wants too much just to reset my 2018 BMW 320 i. Trying this instead.

February 14, 2025 Reply
Codemaster
Member • 146 posts

Anyone have luck with this on a 2015 2018 BMW 320 i?

February 15, 2025 Reply
Happycamper
Member • 58 posts

Following this for my 2018 BMW 320 i. Please update if it works!

February 16, 2025 Reply
Turboboost
Member • 53 posts

Thanks for sharing! Been looking for a key code fix for my 2018 BMW 320 i.

February 17, 2025 Reply

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