[Status: Resolved] BMW X7 xDrive40i won’t accept new key - transponder issue?

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Younggun
Member since October 2021 • 62 posts

Need the key code to program a new key for my BMW X7 xDrive40i - help?

Posted on January 21, 2025
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the BMW X7 xDrive40i. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on January 22, 2025

Replies (3)

Yellowsub
Member • 5 posts

I’ll try this and update how it goes with my BMW X7 xDrive40i.

January 22, 2025 Reply
Bluesteel
Member • 9 posts

Wish I found this thread before towing my BMW X7 xDrive40i.

January 23, 2025 Reply
Luckyluke
Member • 46 posts

I’m not alone! My BMW X7 xDrive40i is doing the same thing.

January 24, 2025 Reply

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