[Confirmed Fix] Trying to match new key to 2020 BMW M340 i ECU - stuck

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Blackbelt
Member since October 2021 • 80 posts

Need my 2020 BMW M340 i's key code to program a spare key - where to find?

Posted on February 27, 2025
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2020 BMW M340 i. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on February 28, 2025

Replies (3)

Xfactor
Member • 133 posts

My 2020 BMW M340 i is basically useless until I get this code. Fingers crossed.

February 28, 2025 Reply
Icecold
Member • 78 posts

Using this on my 2020 BMW M340 i now. Hope it works.

March 01, 2025 Reply
Happyfeet
Member • 113 posts

Saved me from towing my 2020 BMW M340 i. Thanks!

March 02, 2025 Reply

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