[Issue Closed] Key code problem with my BMW i3 60Ah, need help

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Xrayvision
Member since October 2022 • 53 posts

How to find the factory key code to program BMW i3 60Ah keys?

Posted on May 23, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1912 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the BMW i3 60Ah. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on May 24, 2025

Replies (4)

Rogueone
Member • 84 posts

Same problem on my BMW i3 60Ah. Watching for any working solutions.

May 24, 2025 Reply
Digitaldude
Member • 145 posts

I really hope this trick works on my BMW i3 60Ah.

May 25, 2025 Reply
Frostbyte
Member • 103 posts

Anyone have luck with this on a 2015 BMW i3 60Ah?

May 26, 2025 Reply
Flyingdutch
Member • 122 posts

Saved me from towing my BMW i3 60Ah. Thanks!

May 27, 2025 Reply

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