[Free Solution] How mechanics get key codes for BMW C Evolution Plus

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How can I retrieve my BMW C Evolution Plus's key code to make a spare key?

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This thread might save my BMW C Evolution Plus. Thanks everyone!

Trying this on my BMW C Evolution Plus later. Will report back.

This thread might save my BMW C Evolution Plus. Thanks everyone!

Trying to figure this out for my BMW C Evolution Plus too!

Anyone got tips on key code retrieval for a BMW C Evolution Plus?

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