[Fixed] How can I retrieve my 2021 BMW 4 Series M0i's key code to make a spare key?

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Superfly
Member since December 2022 • 85 posts

Need my 2021 BMW 4 Series M0i's key code to program a spare key - where to find?

Posted on May 01, 2025
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2021 BMW 4 Series M0i. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on May 02, 2025

Replies (3)

Betamax
Member • 82 posts

Appreciate any advice—my 2021 BMW 4 Series M0i won’t recognize the key.

May 02, 2025 Reply
Rogueone
Member • 63 posts

Thanks! Been struggling with this on my 2021 BMW 4 Series M0i for a while.

May 03, 2025 Reply
Goldeneye
Member • 55 posts

Can confirm it worked for my 2013 2021 BMW 4 Series M0i.

May 04, 2025 Reply

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