[Answered] Bought used BMW 440i Convertible - where's the key code?

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Grace
Member since November 2022 • 34 posts

How can I access my BMW 440i Convertible's key code to program new keys?

Posted on March 07, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1095 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the BMW 440i Convertible. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on March 08, 2025

Replies (6)

Xenowarrior
Member • 35 posts

My BMW 440i Convertible just blinks. I think this might fix it.

March 08, 2025 Reply
Haloeffect
Member • 127 posts

Exactly what I was looking for to fix my BMW 440i Convertible.

March 09, 2025 Reply
Omegadog
Member • 148 posts

Trying to avoid a $300 fee at the dealer for my BMW 440i Convertible.

March 10, 2025 Reply
Captainkirk
Member • 93 posts

Fingers crossed this works for my BMW 440i Convertible too.

March 11, 2025 Reply
Outlawstar
Member • 95 posts

Been searching everywhere for help with my BMW 440i Convertible's key code.

March 12, 2025 Reply
Heidi
Member • 86 posts

Thanks! Been struggling with this on my BMW 440i Convertible for a while.

March 13, 2025 Reply

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