[Confirmed Fix] How can I access my BMW 740il's key code to program new keys?

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Jokersmile
Member since May 2022 • 149 posts

How to find the factory key code to program BMW 740il keys?

Posted on April 21, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1533 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the BMW 740il. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on April 22, 2025

Replies (3)

Captaincrunch
Member • 111 posts

I tried this with my BMW 740il but still no luck. Any suggestions?

April 22, 2025 Reply
Hyperlink
Member • 88 posts

Waiting to see if this will work on my BMW 740il as well.

April 23, 2025 Reply
Laserfocus
Member • 33 posts

Hope this method is better than the last one I tried on my BMW 740il.

April 24, 2025 Reply

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