[Status: Resolved] Anyone with experience retrieving ignition codes for BMW 528i?

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Vortex22
Member since March 2023 • 10 posts

How to get the key code to program keys for my BMW 528i?

Posted on August 14, 2024
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the BMW 528i. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on August 15, 2024

Replies (3)

Purplerain
Member • 90 posts

This looks helpful for those of us with a locked-out BMW 528i.

August 15, 2024 Reply
Lasertag
Member • 6 posts

I have the same BMW 528i and I'm also trying to find the key code.

August 16, 2024 Reply
Kungfupanda
Member • 107 posts

I can’t believe I found this. Been stuck with my BMW 528i too.

August 17, 2024 Reply

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