[Update] Can stereo installer access key code for BMW 228i xDrive Gran Coupe?

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Bob
Member since March 2023 • 21 posts

Looking for my BMW 228i xDrive Gran Coupe's key code to program a new key

Posted on September 03, 2024
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the BMW 228i xDrive Gran Coupe. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on September 04, 2024

Replies (5)

Lonewolf
Member • 16 posts

Following closely—this could be the fix I need for my BMW 228i xDrive Gran Coupe.

September 04, 2024 Reply
Xenonflash
Member • 107 posts

Hoping someone can confirm this works for a newer BMW 228i xDrive Gran Coupe.

September 05, 2024 Reply
Digitaldude
Member • 79 posts

My BMW 228i xDrive Gran Coupe just blinks. I think this might fix it.

September 06, 2024 Reply
Deltaforce
Member • 41 posts

My BMW 228i xDrive Gran Coupe won’t budge without the code. Hoping this helps.

September 07, 2024 Reply
Darthvader
Member • 105 posts

Using this on my BMW 228i xDrive Gran Coupe now. Hope it works.

September 08, 2024 Reply

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