[Solution] BMW S1000 started once, now asks for PIN - help?

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Misterx
Member since March 2023 • 126 posts

Where's the key code located to program keys for my BMW S1000?

Posted on October 19, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1003 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the BMW S1000. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on October 20, 2024

Replies (5)

Steelwolf
Member • 68 posts

I can’t believe I found this. Been stuck with my BMW S1000 too.

October 20, 2024 Reply
Invisible
Member • 50 posts

My BMW S1000 just blinks. I think this might fix it.

October 21, 2024 Reply
Urbanlegend
Member • 14 posts

I think my BMW S1000 has the same issue. Good to know I'm not alone.

October 22, 2024 Reply
Jumpman
Member • 71 posts

Hope this method is better than the last one I tried on my BMW S1000.

October 23, 2024 Reply
Cyberghost
Member • 99 posts

Looking for the same thing for my BMW S1000, hope someone can help.

October 24, 2024 Reply

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