[Method] Transponder chip replaced - now BMW 328i xDrive Sport Wagon needs code?

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Xenoking
Member since April 2023 • 149 posts

Need my BMW 328i xDrive Sport Wagon's key code to program a spare key - where to find?

Posted on May 08, 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 xDrive Sport Wagon. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on May 09, 2025

Replies (3)

Wizardoz
Member • 15 posts

I’m also looking for how to retrieve the key code on a BMW 328i xDrive Sport Wagon.

May 09, 2025 Reply
Rustyshack
Member • 94 posts

Been here before with my BMW 328i xDrive Sport Wagon. Let’s see if this one works.

May 10, 2025 Reply
Byteme
Member • 25 posts

This looks helpful for those of us with a locked-out BMW 328i xDrive Sport Wagon.

May 11, 2025 Reply

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