[Solution] Stolen keys - need key code for my BMW Serie 3 E90

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Electric
Member since July 2023 • 103 posts

Need the key code to program a new key for my BMW Serie 3 E90 - help?

Posted on December 05, 2024
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the BMW Serie 3 E90. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on December 06, 2024

Replies (6)

Jumpman
Member • 94 posts

I can’t believe I found this. Been stuck with my BMW Serie 3 E90 too.

December 06, 2024 Reply
Icedragon
Member • 71 posts

I have the same BMW Serie 3 E90 and I'm also trying to find the key code.

December 07, 2024 Reply
Goldengate
Member • 52 posts

This looks helpful for those of us with a locked-out BMW Serie 3 E90.

December 08, 2024 Reply
Byteme
Member • 63 posts

Thanks! Been struggling with this on my BMW Serie 3 E90 for a while.

December 09, 2024 Reply
Hotwheels
Member • 37 posts

Great info! Needed this for my old BMW Serie 3 E90.

December 10, 2024 Reply
Alphadog
Member • 5 posts

Looking for the same thing for my BMW Serie 3 E90, hope someone can help.

December 11, 2024 Reply

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