[Recommended Fix] Key code missing from manual for BMW ActiveHybrid 7Li

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Digitalx
Member since November 2022 • 140 posts

How to get the factory key code for my BMW ActiveHybrid 7Li to make keys?

Posted on December 17, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 534 posts

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

Posted on December 18, 2024

Replies (3)

Ultraman
Member • 10 posts

I really hope this trick works on my BMW ActiveHybrid 7Li.

December 18, 2024 Reply
Quantumq
Member • 95 posts

I’m also looking for how to retrieve the key code on a BMW ActiveHybrid 7Li.

December 19, 2024 Reply
Ghostrider
Member • 114 posts

I think my BMW ActiveHybrid 7Li has the same issue. Good to know I'm not alone.

December 20, 2024 Reply

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