[Free Fix] Bought a used BMW 2Series 230i Coupe, no key code - help!

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Jazzcat
Member since April 2023 • 93 posts

How to get my BMW 2Series 230i Coupe's key code to program replacement keys?

Posted on August 07, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1467 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the BMW 2Series 230i Coupe. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on August 08, 2024

Replies (5)

Zetareticuli
Member • 52 posts

Thanks! This could save me a trip to the dealership for my BMW 2Series 230i Coupe.

August 08, 2024 Reply
Whitenoise
Member • 19 posts

Worked for someone with a BMW 2Series 230i Coupe? Need to hear it!

August 09, 2024 Reply
Xrayvision
Member • 36 posts

My BMW 2Series 230i Coupe won’t budge without the code. Hoping this helps.

August 10, 2024 Reply
Lasertag
Member • 146 posts

Really need the key code for my BMW 2Series 230i Coupe, thanks for sharing!

August 11, 2024 Reply
Knightrider
Member • 142 posts

Waiting to see if this will work on my BMW 2Series 230i Coupe as well.

August 12, 2024 Reply

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