[Fixed] BMW HP4 Race won’t start after replacing key - what code do I need?

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Wildcard
Member since July 2023 • 87 posts

Where can I find the key code to program keys for my BMW HP4 Race?

Posted on January 16, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1659 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the BMW HP4 Race. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on January 17, 2025

Replies (6)

Redalert
Member • 102 posts

Worked for someone with a BMW HP4 Race? Need to hear it!

January 17, 2025 Reply
Hackman
Member • 86 posts

Has anyone gotten this method to work on a BMW HP4 Race before?

January 18, 2025 Reply
Techlord
Member • 71 posts

Just what I needed! My BMW HP4 Race has been acting up lately.

January 19, 2025 Reply
Betamax
Member • 7 posts

This forum is more helpful than my dealer. Thanks from a BMW HP4 Race owner.

January 20, 2025 Reply
Darkangel
Member • 53 posts

Bookmarking this for when I work on my BMW HP4 Race this weekend.

January 21, 2025 Reply
Windwalker
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This forum is more helpful than my dealer. Thanks from a BMW HP4 Race owner.

January 22, 2025 Reply

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