[Confirmed] Need the key code to program a replacement key for my BMW HP4 Race Prototype

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Where can I get the key code to make a new key for my BMW HP4 Race Prototype?

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Trying to figure this out for my BMW HP4 Race Prototype too!

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Really hoping this unlocks my BMW HP4 Race Prototype's mystery code.

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