[Confirmed Fix] Where do I get the ignition unlock code for my BMW X7 M50i?

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Where's the key code stored in a BMW X7 M50i for making new keys?

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Same problem on my BMW X7 M50i. Watching for any working solutions.

My BMW X7 M50i just sits silent—hoping this changes that.

Great info! Needed this for my old BMW X7 M50i.

Bookmarking this for when I work on my BMW X7 M50i this weekend.

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