[It Worked!] Can tire shop access key code for BMW 640i Cabrio?

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Lionheart
Member since February 2022 • 69 posts

Where's the key code stored in my BMW 640i Cabrio for key programming?

Posted on November 28, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1479 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the BMW 640i Cabrio. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on November 29, 2024

Replies (3)

Viperstrike
Member • 74 posts

Can’t believe this worked on my BMW 640i Cabrio. Huge thanks!

November 29, 2024 Reply
Unicorn
Member • 85 posts

Been stuck with my BMW 640i Cabrio for weeks. This might be the fix.

November 30, 2024 Reply
Heidi
Member • 91 posts

Does anyone know if this works on push-start BMW 640i Cabrios?

December 01, 2024 Reply

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