[Issue Closed] Can I reset the immobilizer on my BMW R 850 C without dealer?

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Laughingman
Member since December 2021 • 131 posts

Need the key code to program a replacement key for my BMW R 850 C

Posted on March 04, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 602 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the BMW R 850 C. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on March 05, 2025

Replies (3)

Greengiant
Member • 120 posts

Thanks for sharing! Been looking for a key code fix for my BMW R 850 C.

March 05, 2025 Reply
Irongiant
Member • 106 posts

This is gold. I’ve been locked out of my BMW R 850 C for days.

March 06, 2025 Reply
Yankeezulu
Member • 75 posts

I really hope this trick works on my BMW R 850 C.

March 07, 2025 Reply

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