[It Worked!] Just changed battery, now 2018 MINI Convertible asks for a PIN code

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Killerinst
Member since March 2022 • 116 posts

Trying to program a new key - where's the key code on my 2018 MINI Convertible?

Posted on January 01, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1969 posts

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

Posted on January 02, 2025

Replies (6)

Zetajones
Member • 71 posts

I have a 2011 2018 MINI Convertible, will this method work for that year?

January 02, 2025 Reply
Yellowdog
Member • 133 posts

Trying to avoid reprogramming costs for my 2018 MINI Convertible. This is a lifesaver.

January 03, 2025 Reply
Ghostrider
Member • 40 posts

Really need the key code for my 2018 MINI Convertible, thanks for sharing!

January 04, 2025 Reply
Windwalker
Member • 67 posts

Just checking in to say this helped with my 2018 MINI Convertible. Thanks!

January 05, 2025 Reply
Bob
Member • 21 posts

I have the same 2018 MINI Convertible and I'm also trying to find the key code.

January 06, 2025 Reply
Gamemaster
Member • 60 posts

Looking for the same thing for my 2018 MINI Convertible, hope someone can help.

January 07, 2025 Reply

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