[Update] Any tricks to retrieve the key code for my BAW BJ212?

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Heidi
Member since June 2023 • 62 posts

Looking for my BAW BJ212's key code to program a new key fob

Posted on March 16, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1667 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the BAW BJ212. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on March 17, 2025

Replies (3)

Techwiz
Member • 59 posts

Worked for someone with a BAW BJ212? Need to hear it!

March 17, 2025 Reply
Quantumpie
Member • 26 posts

Just checking in to say this helped with my BAW BJ212. Thanks!

March 18, 2025 Reply
Madhatter
Member • 82 posts

Just tried this on my BAW BJ212—anyone else have success?

March 19, 2025 Reply

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