[Success] Where's the key code hidden on my BMW C1 Model for key programming?

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Alphaomega
Member since March 2022 • 86 posts

Where's the key code located to program keys for my BMW C1 Model?

Posted on November 03, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1301 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the BMW C1 Model. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on November 04, 2024

Replies (6)

Hotrod
Member • 56 posts

Been here before with my BMW C1 Model. Let’s see if this one works.

November 04, 2024 Reply
Kungfupanda
Member • 108 posts

I tried this trick and it actually worked on my BMW C1 Model!

November 05, 2024 Reply
Outlawjoe
Member • 60 posts

Trying to figure this out for my BMW C1 Model too!

November 06, 2024 Reply
Ultraman
Member • 30 posts

Just tried this on my BMW C1 Model—anyone else have success?

November 07, 2024 Reply
Bluesteel
Member • 137 posts

I need this so bad for my BMW C1 Model. Subscribed!

November 08, 2024 Reply
Steelwolf
Member • 100 posts

I really hope this trick works on my BMW C1 Model.

November 09, 2024 Reply

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