[Resolved] Trying to program a spare key - where's the key code on my 2020 BMW M4?

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Lasertag
Member since August 2023 • 133 posts

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

Posted on October 05, 2024
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2020 BMW M4. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on October 06, 2024

Replies (4)

Zombiehunt
Member • 8 posts

Great info! Needed this for my old 2020 BMW M4.

October 06, 2024 Reply
Blackwidow
Member • 132 posts

Been searching everywhere for help with my 2020 BMW M4's key code.

October 07, 2024 Reply
Electricslide
Member • 18 posts

Fingers crossed this works for my 2020 BMW M4 too.

October 08, 2024 Reply
Rocketman
Member • 8 posts

Struggling with the same issue on my 2020 BMW M4, following this thread.

October 09, 2024 Reply

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