[Fixed] Key code not working on my BMW 428i Gran Coupe

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Cosmicray
Member since March 2023 • 136 posts

Looking for my BMW 428i Gran Coupe's key code to program a new key

Posted on September 05, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1280 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the BMW 428i Gran Coupe. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on September 06, 2024

Replies (6)

Jazzmann
Member • 142 posts

Will this work if the BMW 428i Gran Coupe has an aftermarket alarm?

September 06, 2024 Reply
Blackbelt
Member • 117 posts

Just tried this on my BMW 428i Gran Coupe—anyone else have success?

September 07, 2024 Reply
Hackman
Member • 142 posts

Been here before with my BMW 428i Gran Coupe. Let’s see if this one works.

September 08, 2024 Reply
Viperstrike
Member • 82 posts

Worked for someone with a BMW 428i Gran Coupe? Need to hear it!

September 09, 2024 Reply
Zetareticuli
Member • 142 posts

Worked on my cousin’s BMW 428i Gran Coupe—might work for mine too.

September 10, 2024 Reply
Vortexx
Member • 129 posts

Really need the key code for my BMW 428i Gran Coupe, thanks for sharing!

September 11, 2024 Reply

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