[Resolved] Trying to program a spare key - need the key code for my BMW 645ci Convertible

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Greenlantern
Member since June 2023 • 87 posts

Where's the key code stored on a BMW 645ci Convertible for programming keys?

Posted on April 06, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1739 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the BMW 645ci Convertible. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on April 07, 2025

Replies (4)

Alice
Member • 83 posts

Still looking for a reliable way to find the key code on my BMW 645ci Convertible.

April 07, 2025 Reply
Alphabeta
Member • 55 posts

Anyone have luck with this on a 2015 BMW 645ci Convertible?

April 08, 2025 Reply
Emeraldeye
Member • 46 posts

This looks helpful for those of us with a locked-out BMW 645ci Convertible.

April 09, 2025 Reply
Highvoltage
Member • 136 posts

Appreciate the tips—trying to unlock my BMW 645ci Convertible key code too.

April 10, 2025 Reply

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