[Solution] Anyone bypassed the transponder system on a BMW i4 Gran Coupe Base?

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Silversurf
Member since April 2023 • 101 posts

Trying to program a new key for my BMW i4 Gran Coupe Base - where's the key code?

Posted on November 18, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1964 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the BMW i4 Gran Coupe Base. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on November 19, 2024

Replies (3)

Rogueone
Member • 29 posts

Saved me from towing my BMW i4 Gran Coupe Base. Thanks!

November 19, 2024 Reply
Ultraviolet
Member • 99 posts

Still looking for a reliable way to find the key code on my BMW i4 Gran Coupe Base.

November 20, 2024 Reply
Flyingmonk
Member • 60 posts

I have a 2011 BMW i4 Gran Coupe Base, will this method work for that year?

November 21, 2024 Reply

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