[Free Tool] Stuck without key code for BMW 230i Coupe

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Quantumfizz
Member since March 2022 • 121 posts

How can I obtain my BMW 230i Coupe's key code to program a spare key?

Posted on November 09, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1694 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the BMW 230i Coupe. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on November 10, 2024

Replies (4)

Platinumblonde
Member • 89 posts

Anyone try this on a BMW 230i Coupe with push-button start?

November 10, 2024 Reply
Oldschool
Member • 98 posts

My BMW 230i Coupe might finally get back on the road thanks to this.

November 11, 2024 Reply
Superfly
Member • 55 posts

This is gold. I’ve been locked out of my BMW 230i Coupe for days.

November 12, 2024 Reply
Titanium
Member • 30 posts

Why is finding a key code on a BMW 230i Coupe this hard?!

November 13, 2024 Reply

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