[Solution] Need help locating key code for BMW X3 M40i

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Dragonfly
Member since January 2023 • 38 posts

Need my BMW X3 M40i's key code to program a spare key - where to find?

Posted on February 23, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1794 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the BMW X3 M40i. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on February 24, 2025

Replies (4)

Cyberghost
Member • 88 posts

Saved me from towing my BMW X3 M40i. Thanks!

February 24, 2025 Reply
Happycamper
Member • 70 posts

I think my BMW X3 M40i has the same issue. Good to know I'm not alone.

February 25, 2025 Reply
Zombiehunt
Member • 123 posts

Still looking for a reliable way to find the key code on my BMW X3 M40i.

February 26, 2025 Reply
Zerogravity
Member • 23 posts

Bookmarking this for when I work on my BMW X3 M40i this weekend.

February 27, 2025 Reply

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