[Solved] BMW K 1300 S won’t unlock or start - key code problem?

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Quantumq
Member since August 2023 • 143 posts

How to get the key code to program keys for my BMW K 1300 S?

Posted on August 16, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 2000 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the BMW K 1300 S. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on August 17, 2024

Replies (5)

Whitenoise
Member • 43 posts

Hope I’m not too late to try this on my BMW K 1300 S.

August 17, 2024 Reply
Omegaman
Member • 37 posts

Trying this on my BMW K 1300 S later. Will report back.

August 18, 2024 Reply
Windwalker
Member • 23 posts

Thanks! This could save me a trip to the dealership for my BMW K 1300 S.

August 19, 2024 Reply
Zerocool
Member • 37 posts

I'm stuck trying to get the key code for my BMW K 1300 S, hope this helps.

August 20, 2024 Reply
Echolima
Member • 140 posts

My BMW K 1300 S's been in the garage for a week over this. Thanks!

August 21, 2024 Reply

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