[Working] Can window tinter access key code for BMW 325i Sport Wagon?

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Reddwarf
Member since February 2022 • 111 posts

Need my BMW 325i Sport Wagon's key code to program a new transponder key

Posted on December 15, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1912 posts

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

Posted on December 16, 2024

Replies (3)

Techlord
Member • 63 posts

Been here before with my BMW 325i Sport Wagon. Let’s see if this one works.

December 16, 2024 Reply
Nighthawk
Member • 82 posts

Has anyone gotten this method to work on a BMW 325i Sport Wagon before?

December 17, 2024 Reply
Codeninja
Member • 112 posts

Following along—same issue with my BMW 325i Sport Wagon.

December 18, 2024 Reply

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