[Confirmed] Bought a replacement key - now BMW F800GT won’t turn over

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Jazzmann
Member since December 2022 • 54 posts

Need the key code to program a replacement key for my BMW F800GT

Posted on February 27, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1821 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the BMW F800GT. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on February 28, 2025

Replies (4)

Goldenret
Member • 46 posts

Been here before with my BMW F800GT. Let’s see if this one works.

February 28, 2025 Reply
Silverbullet
Member • 45 posts

Would love to see a video version of this for a BMW F800GT.

March 01, 2025 Reply
Jumpman
Member • 82 posts

My BMW F800GT is just sitting there waiting for a miracle like this.

March 02, 2025 Reply
Outlawjoe
Member • 78 posts

Same issue here with my BMW F800GT, let me know if it works.

March 03, 2025 Reply

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