[It Worked!] Need new fob programmed for BMW M440i xDrive Convertible, but don’t have code

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Grace
Member since July 2023 • 21 posts

Where's the key code located on a BMW M440i xDrive Convertible for key programming?

Posted on December 24, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1815 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the BMW M440i xDrive Convertible. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on December 25, 2024

Replies (3)

Whiterabbit
Member • 57 posts

Can confirm it worked for my 2013 BMW M440i xDrive Convertible.

December 25, 2024 Reply
Viperstrike
Member • 81 posts

My BMW M440i xDrive Convertible won’t start without that code. Following this closely.

December 26, 2024 Reply
Laserfocus
Member • 58 posts

Waiting to see if this will work on my BMW M440i xDrive Convertible as well.

December 27, 2024 Reply

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