[Resolved] How do locksmiths get key codes for 2020 BMW M4 Bases?

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Luckyluke
Member since January 2022 • 81 posts

Need my 2020 BMW M4 Base's key code to program a new transponder key

Posted on September 30, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1813 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2020 BMW M4 Base. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on October 01, 2024

Replies (4)

Charlie
Member • 135 posts

Trying to figure this out for my 2020 BMW M4 Base too!

October 01, 2024 Reply
Silverfox
Member • 35 posts

My mechanic said this might help with my 2020 BMW M4 Base key issue.

October 02, 2024 Reply
Zombieslayer
Member • 96 posts

Trying this out on my 2020 BMW M4 Base today—hoping it works.

October 03, 2024 Reply
Quantumq
Member • 60 posts

I’ll try this and update how it goes with my 2020 BMW M4 Base.

October 04, 2024 Reply

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