[Confirmed] BMW i8 repair stalled - missing immobilizer code

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Ultraman
Member since April 2023 • 34 posts

How can I access my BMW i8's key code to program new keys?

Posted on October 21, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1982 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the BMW i8. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on October 22, 2024

Replies (5)

Voodoochild
Member • 42 posts

My BMW i8's key code has been a nightmare. Trying this now.

October 22, 2024 Reply
Rustyshack
Member • 85 posts

Will this work for older BMW i8s? Mine's a 2009.

October 23, 2024 Reply
Flashgordon
Member • 80 posts

Bookmarking this for when I work on my BMW i8 this weekend.

October 24, 2024 Reply
Digitaldude
Member • 149 posts

Trying to figure this out for my BMW i8 too!

October 25, 2024 Reply
Quantumflux
Member • 71 posts

Really need the key code for my BMW i8, thanks for sharing!

October 26, 2024 Reply

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