[Method] Can't start my BMW 335is Convertible, key code issue?

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Netsurfer
Member since September 2022 • 18 posts

Trying to program a new key for my BMW 335is Convertible - where's the key code?

Posted on April 23, 2025
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the BMW 335is Convertible. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on April 24, 2025

Replies (5)

Xenonflash
Member • 111 posts

My BMW 335is Convertible won’t start without that code. Following this closely.

April 24, 2025 Reply
Alphawolf
Member • 86 posts

I tried this trick and it actually worked on my BMW 335is Convertible!

April 25, 2025 Reply
Knightlight
Member • 127 posts

I tried this trick and it actually worked on my BMW 335is Convertible!

April 26, 2025 Reply
Rocketman
Member • 100 posts

Saved me from towing my BMW 335is Convertible. Thanks!

April 27, 2025 Reply
Quantumpie
Member • 43 posts

Anyone have luck with this on a 2015 BMW 335is Convertible?

April 28, 2025 Reply

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