[Completed] Stuck programming my BMW M340i key - missing vital code

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Lonewolf
Member since May 2022 • 107 posts

Need the factory key code to program a key for my BMW M340i

Posted on December 08, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1081 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the BMW M340i. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on December 09, 2024

Replies (5)

Yellowsub
Member • 134 posts

Anyone have luck with this on a 2015 BMW M340i?

December 09, 2024 Reply
Captaincrunch
Member • 51 posts

This looks helpful for those of us with a locked-out BMW M340i.

December 10, 2024 Reply
Nightowl
Member • 29 posts

Was about to give up on my BMW M340i, but this gives me hope.

December 11, 2024 Reply
Electricslide
Member • 62 posts

I really hope this trick works on my BMW M340i.

December 12, 2024 Reply
Alice
Member • 61 posts

I tried this with my BMW M340i but still no luck. Any suggestions?

December 13, 2024 Reply

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