[Free Solution] Trying to start my BMW 4Series 440i Coupe but it says 'immobilized'

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Phoenixrise
Member since October 2021 • 29 posts

Where do dealerships get the key code to program BMW 4Series 440i Coupe keys?

Posted on December 09, 2024
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the BMW 4Series 440i Coupe. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on December 10, 2024

Replies (6)

Captaincrunch
Member • 118 posts

This is exactly what I need for my BMW 4Series 440i Coupe, thanks for posting!

December 10, 2024 Reply
Icedragon
Member • 24 posts

My BMW 4Series 440i Coupe is basically useless until I get this code. Fingers crossed.

December 11, 2024 Reply
Greengiant
Member • 84 posts

Following along—same issue with my BMW 4Series 440i Coupe.

December 12, 2024 Reply
Digitalx
Member • 31 posts

Trying to figure this out for my BMW 4Series 440i Coupe too!

December 13, 2024 Reply
Neonlights
Member • 6 posts

Following this for my BMW 4Series 440i Coupe. Please update if it works!

December 14, 2024 Reply
Zetareticuli
Member • 138 posts

My BMW 4Series 440i Coupe just blinks. I think this might fix it.

December 15, 2024 Reply

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