[Status: Resolved] My 2020 MINI Countryman is asking for a key programming code

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Hackman
Member since February 2023 • 22 posts

How can I find my 2020 MINI Countryman's key code to program a new key?

Posted on August 02, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1952 posts

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

Posted on August 03, 2024

Replies (4)

Zetajones
Member • 149 posts

This trick worked for my buddy's 2020 MINI Countryman. Giving it a go myself.

August 03, 2024 Reply
Alphabeta
Member • 138 posts

Desperate to get my 2020 MINI Countryman running again. Trying this tonight.

August 04, 2024 Reply
Outlawstar
Member • 115 posts

Hope I’m not too late to try this on my 2020 MINI Countryman.

August 05, 2024 Reply
Reddwarf
Member • 33 posts

I think my 2020 MINI Countryman has the same issue. Good to know I'm not alone.

August 06, 2024 Reply

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