[Free Fix] How do I know if my BMW X SERIES X3 2000 has an immobilizer?

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Ironwill
Member since May 2022 • 23 posts

How can I retrieve my BMW X SERIES X3 2000's key code to make a spare key?

Posted on April 05, 2025
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the BMW X SERIES X3 2000. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on April 06, 2025

Replies (3)

Youngturk
Member • 133 posts

Anyone have luck with this on a 2015 BMW X SERIES X3 2000?

April 06, 2025 Reply
Yankeezulu
Member • 134 posts

Exactly what I was looking for to fix my BMW X SERIES X3 2000.

April 07, 2025 Reply
Uncleben
Member • 135 posts

Trying to avoid reprogramming costs for my BMW X SERIES X3 2000. This is a lifesaver.

April 08, 2025 Reply

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