[Closed] How to extract transponder code from my BMW X3 xDrive28i SUV ECU?

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Aceventura
Member since September 2021 • 145 posts

Trying to program a spare key - need the key code for my BMW X3 xDrive28i SUV

Posted on March 07, 2025
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the BMW X3 xDrive28i SUV. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on March 08, 2025

Replies (5)

Frostymug
Member • 78 posts

Hope I’m not too late to try this on my BMW X3 xDrive28i SUV.

March 08, 2025 Reply
Yellowdog
Member • 135 posts

My BMW X3 xDrive28i SUV won’t start without that code. Following this closely.

March 09, 2025 Reply
Oldschool
Member • 7 posts

Trying to reprogram a new key for my BMW X3 xDrive28i SUV—need the code first.

March 10, 2025 Reply
Ironwill
Member • 64 posts

Will this work for older BMW X3 xDrive28i SUVs? Mine's a 2009.

March 11, 2025 Reply
Zetajones
Member • 77 posts

I can’t believe I found this. Been stuck with my BMW X3 xDrive28i SUV too.

March 12, 2025 Reply

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