[Verified] Key code missing from manual for BMW 228i Convertible

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Emeraldeye
Member since June 2022 • 20 posts

Where's the key code located to program keys for my BMW 228i Convertible?

Posted on April 03, 2025
Adminbot
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Posted on April 04, 2025

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Orangesoda
Member • 86 posts

My BMW 228i Convertible's been in the garage for a week over this. Thanks!

April 04, 2025 Reply
Ultraman
Member • 43 posts

My BMW 228i Convertible might finally get back on the road thanks to this.

April 05, 2025 Reply
Alphaomega
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This thread might save my BMW 228i Convertible. Thanks everyone!

April 06, 2025 Reply

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