[Free Fix] Key code help for BMW HP4 Carbon with switchblade key

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How to find the key code to program keys for my BMW HP4 Carbon?

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If this works for my BMW HP4 Carbon, I owe you big time.

I have a 2011 BMW HP4 Carbon, will this method work for that year?

Thanks! This could save me a trip to the dealership for my BMW HP4 Carbon.

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