[Solution] Where's the key code card for BMW M340i xDrive kept?

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Need my BMW M340i xDrive's key code to program a new transponder key

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This just might solve my BMW M340i xDrive's ignition issue.

Waiting to see if this will work on my BMW M340i xDrive as well.

Trying to avoid a $300 fee at the dealer for my BMW M340i xDrive.

My BMW M340i xDrive won’t budge without the code. Hoping this helps.

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