[Solved] Just got a new key for my BMW X6 Active Hybrid SUV, but code is missing

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Looking for my BMW X6 Active Hybrid SUV's key code to program a new key fob

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Been stuck with my BMW X6 Active Hybrid SUV for weeks. This might be the fix.

Appreciate any advice—my BMW X6 Active Hybrid SUV won’t recognize the key.

Trying to avoid a $300 fee at the dealer for my BMW X6 Active Hybrid SUV.

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