[Solved] Any tricks to retrieve the key code for my BMW C400 GT?

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Digitaldude
Member since September 2022 • 141 posts

How to find the factory key code to program BMW C400 GT keys?

Posted on November 20, 2024
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the BMW C400 GT. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on November 21, 2024

Replies (3)

Gizmoguy
Member • 85 posts

This forum is more helpful than my dealer. Thanks from a BMW C400 GT owner.

November 21, 2024 Reply
Cosmokid
Member • 24 posts

Bookmarking this for when I work on my BMW C400 GT this weekend.

November 22, 2024 Reply
Lasertag
Member • 73 posts

Thanks for sharing! Been looking for a key code fix for my BMW C400 GT.

November 23, 2024 Reply

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