[Working] How to find master key code for BMW M X4 M Competition

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Where's the key code stored in a BMW M X4 M Competition for making new keys?

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I tried this trick and it actually worked on my BMW M X4 M Competition!

Really need the key code for my BMW M X4 M Competition, thanks for sharing!

Thanks! This could save me a trip to the dealership for my BMW M X4 M Competition.

Hope I’m not too late to try this on my BMW M X4 M Competition.

I can’t believe I found this. Been stuck with my BMW M X4 M Competition too.

My BMW M X4 M Competition has the same problem—any luck getting the key code?

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