[Free Tool] How to verify BMW 328i 328is key code before paying

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Uncleben
Member since November 2022 • 141 posts

How can I access my BMW 328i 328is's key code to program new keys?

Posted on May 07, 2025
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the BMW 328i 328is. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on May 08, 2025

Replies (5)

Windwalker
Member • 15 posts

Got a dead key fob for my BMW 328i 328is. Need the code badly.

May 08, 2025 Reply
Younggun
Member • 139 posts

I think my BMW 328i 328is has the same issue. Good to know I'm not alone.

May 09, 2025 Reply
Jazzhands
Member • 16 posts

Why is finding a key code on a BMW 328i 328is this hard?!

May 10, 2025 Reply
Kungfupanda
Member • 56 posts

Struggling with the same issue on my BMW 328i 328is, following this thread.

May 11, 2025 Reply
Warpspeed
Member • 23 posts

This thread might save my BMW 328i 328is. Thanks everyone!

May 12, 2025 Reply

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