[Resolved] Where's the key code stored on a BMW 2Series 230i Convertible for programming keys?

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Pixelpusher
Member since August 2021 • 45 posts

Where's the key code located to program keys for my BMW 2Series 230i Convertible?

Posted on September 13, 2024
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the BMW 2Series 230i Convertible. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on September 14, 2024

Replies (4)

Redalert
Member • 60 posts

Great info! Needed this for my old BMW 2Series 230i Convertible.

September 14, 2024 Reply
Easymoney
Member • 80 posts

Been stuck with my BMW 2Series 230i Convertible for weeks. This might be the fix.

September 15, 2024 Reply
Lightspeed
Member • 8 posts

This might finally help me unlock my BMW 2Series 230i Convertible's key code.

September 16, 2024 Reply
Cosmokid
Member • 78 posts

Same issue here with my BMW 2Series 230i Convertible, let me know if it works.

September 17, 2024 Reply

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