[Free Tool] Need my BMW 325i 325iS's key code to program a spare key - where to find?

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Netsurfer
Member since September 2021 • 20 posts

Where can I locate the key code to program a BMW 325i 325iS key fob?

Posted on August 13, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1530 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the BMW 325i 325iS. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on August 14, 2024

Replies (5)

Quantumfizz
Member • 148 posts

Just what I needed! My BMW 325i 325iS has been acting up lately.

August 14, 2024 Reply
Zerocool
Member • 123 posts

Anyone try this on a BMW 325i 325iS with push-button start?

August 15, 2024 Reply
Turboboost
Member • 71 posts

Anyone try this on a BMW 325i 325iS with push-button start?

August 16, 2024 Reply
Cosmicray
Member • 71 posts

Just tried this on my BMW 325i 325iS—anyone else have success?

August 17, 2024 Reply
Younggun
Member • 127 posts

This trick worked for my buddy's BMW 325i 325iS. Giving it a go myself.

August 18, 2024 Reply

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