[Issue Closed] Why does my BMW X4 xDrive28i need a code to start?

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Pandaking
Member since July 2023 • 120 posts

Need the key code to program a replacement key for my BMW X4 xDrive28i

Posted on October 12, 2024
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the BMW X4 xDrive28i. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on October 13, 2024

Replies (5)

Eagleeye
Member • 35 posts

Following this for my BMW X4 xDrive28i. Please update if it works!

October 13, 2024 Reply
Platinumblonde
Member • 139 posts

I'm stuck trying to get the key code for my BMW X4 xDrive28i, hope this helps.

October 14, 2024 Reply
Neonqueen
Member • 22 posts

Same issue here with my BMW X4 xDrive28i, let me know if it works.

October 15, 2024 Reply
Ghostrider
Member • 55 posts

My BMW X4 xDrive28i is basically useless until I get this code. Fingers crossed.

October 16, 2024 Reply
Wildthing
Member • 6 posts

Hope this method is better than the last one I tried on my BMW X4 xDrive28i.

October 17, 2024 Reply

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