[Solved] Programming new key for BMW 745li - don’t know code

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Steelwolf
Member since August 2022 • 132 posts

Need the factory key code to program a key for my BMW 745li

Posted on October 12, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1275 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the BMW 745li. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on October 13, 2024

Replies (4)

Yellowbird
Member • 128 posts

This thread might save my BMW 745li. Thanks everyone!

October 13, 2024 Reply
Karmapolice
Member • 66 posts

I’m stuck in a parking lot with my BMW 745li. Trying this now.

October 14, 2024 Reply
Uncleben
Member • 147 posts

Appreciate the tips—trying to unlock my BMW 745li key code too.

October 15, 2024 Reply
Pixelpusher
Member • 48 posts

Waiting to see if this will work on my BMW 745li as well.

October 16, 2024 Reply

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