[Update] How do I retrieve the key code for my 2022 BMW 3 Series?

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Ironman
Member since September 2021 • 100 posts

How to obtain the key code to make keys for my 2022 BMW 3 Series?

Posted on October 09, 2024
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2022 BMW 3 Series. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on October 10, 2024

Replies (4)

Misterx
Member • 126 posts

Anyone have luck with this on a 2015 2022 BMW 3 Series?

October 10, 2024 Reply
Neondream
Member • 32 posts

Desperate to get my 2022 BMW 3 Series running again. Trying this tonight.

October 11, 2024 Reply
Outlawstar
Member • 18 posts

Still looking for a reliable way to find the key code on my 2022 BMW 3 Series.

October 12, 2024 Reply
Ironwill
Member • 25 posts

Same issue here with my 2022 BMW 3 Series, let me know if it works.

October 13, 2024 Reply

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