[Fixed] Can my mechanic find key code for BMW ActiveHybrid 7?

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Xfactor
Member since July 2023 • 107 posts

Need my BMW ActiveHybrid 7's key code to program a spare key - where to find?

Posted on February 04, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1092 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the BMW ActiveHybrid 7. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on February 05, 2025

Replies (6)

Metalhead
Member • 11 posts

This is exactly what I need for my BMW ActiveHybrid 7, thanks for posting!

February 05, 2025 Reply
Wildthing
Member • 140 posts

Where exactly do you find the key code on a BMW ActiveHybrid 7?

February 06, 2025 Reply
Frank
Member • 150 posts

My BMW ActiveHybrid 7 won’t budge without the code. Hoping this helps.

February 07, 2025 Reply
Diana
Member • 49 posts

Any updates on getting the key code for the BMW ActiveHybrid 7?

February 08, 2025 Reply
Laserfocus
Member • 78 posts

Was about to give up on my BMW ActiveHybrid 7, but this gives me hope.

February 09, 2025 Reply
Xenoking
Member • 42 posts

Desperate to get my BMW ActiveHybrid 7 running again. Trying this tonight.

February 10, 2025 Reply

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