[Archived] Can I extract the immobilizer code using OBD on my BMW Serie 7 G11_G12?

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Cyberninja
Member since July 2022 • 94 posts

Need the key code to program a replacement key for my BMW Serie 7 G11_G12

Posted on October 16, 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 7 G11_G12. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on October 17, 2024

Replies (3)

Cosmokid
Member • 6 posts

This forum is more helpful than my dealer. Thanks from a BMW Serie 7 G11_G12 owner.

October 17, 2024 Reply
Icemann
Member • 81 posts

I tried this with my BMW Serie 7 G11_G12 but still no luck. Any suggestions?

October 18, 2024 Reply
Kingkong
Member • 79 posts

My BMW Serie 7 G11_G12 is just sitting there waiting for a miracle like this.

October 19, 2024 Reply

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