[Fixed] Quickest way to get key code for BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe

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Jazzhands
Member since July 2023 • 125 posts

How do I retrieve the key code for my BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe to program a key?

Posted on April 29, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1372 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on April 30, 2025

Replies (6)

Icedragon
Member • 15 posts

I’m in the same boat with my BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe. This looks promising.

April 30, 2025 Reply
Matrixfan
Member • 103 posts

Just tried this on my BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe—anyone else have success?

May 01, 2025 Reply
Rustyshack
Member • 97 posts

This forum is more helpful than my dealer. Thanks from a BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe owner.

May 02, 2025 Reply
Betamax
Member • 32 posts

I’ve got a 2012 BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe, would this method still work?

May 03, 2025 Reply
Voodooman
Member • 34 posts

This might finally help me unlock my BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe's key code.

May 04, 2025 Reply
Diana
Member • 121 posts

This trick worked for my buddy's BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe. Giving it a go myself.

May 05, 2025 Reply

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