[Update] My BMW R nine T Scrambler is bricked - dealer says key code issue

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Byteme
Member since May 2023 • 111 posts

Looking for my BMW R nine T Scrambler's key code to program a new key fob

Posted on September 11, 2024
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the BMW R nine T Scrambler. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on September 12, 2024

Replies (5)

Luckyluke
Member • 8 posts

Been stuck with my BMW R nine T Scrambler for weeks. This might be the fix.

September 12, 2024 Reply
Neontiger
Member • 9 posts

Wish I found this thread before towing my BMW R nine T Scrambler.

September 13, 2024 Reply
Crazycat
Member • 25 posts

If this works for my BMW R nine T Scrambler, I owe you big time.

September 14, 2024 Reply
Laserfocus
Member • 124 posts

My BMW R nine T Scrambler's immobilizer is stuck. Hoping this helps.

September 15, 2024 Reply
Goldengate
Member • 28 posts

I really hope this trick works on my BMW R nine T Scrambler.

September 16, 2024 Reply

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