[Method] How to get the key code to program keys for my BMW 328d xDrive Sports Wagon?

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Where's the key code stored to program keys for a BMW 328d xDrive Sports Wagon?

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Appreciate any advice—my BMW 328d xDrive Sports Wagon won’t recognize the key.

Desperate to get my BMW 328d xDrive Sports Wagon running again. Trying this tonight.

Trying this on my BMW 328d xDrive Sports Wagon later. Will report back.

This just might solve my BMW 328d xDrive Sports Wagon's ignition issue.

My BMW 328d xDrive Sports Wagon's immobilizer is stuck. Hoping this helps.

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