[Confirmed Fix] Just got a new key for my BMW 1Series 135i Convertible, but code is missing

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Alphabeta
Member since May 2022 • 136 posts

How can I obtain my BMW 1Series 135i Convertible's key code to program a spare key?

Posted on October 27, 2024
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the BMW 1Series 135i Convertible. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on October 28, 2024

Replies (5)

Flyingdutch
Member • 30 posts

Desperate to get my BMW 1Series 135i Convertible running again. Trying this tonight.

October 28, 2024 Reply
Laughingman
Member • 71 posts

Trying this out on my BMW 1Series 135i Convertible today—hoping it works.

October 29, 2024 Reply
Rocketman
Member • 107 posts

Thanks! Been struggling with this on my BMW 1Series 135i Convertible for a while.

October 30, 2024 Reply
Omegared
Member • 111 posts

Was about to give up on my BMW 1Series 135i Convertible, but this gives me hope.

October 31, 2024 Reply
Neonqueen
Member • 138 posts

Hoping someone can confirm this works for a newer BMW 1Series 135i Convertible.

November 01, 2024 Reply

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