[Confirmed Fix] European BMW Z4 30si Convertible key code in US - possible?

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Purplerain
Member since January 2022 • 87 posts

How can I obtain my BMW Z4 30si Convertible's key code to program a spare key?

Posted on October 17, 2024
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the BMW Z4 30si Convertible. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on October 18, 2024

Replies (5)

Digitaldude
Member • 121 posts

My BMW Z4 30si Convertible is basically useless until I get this code. Fingers crossed.

October 18, 2024 Reply
Quickdraw
Member • 47 posts

Anyone have luck with this on a 2015 BMW Z4 30si Convertible?

October 19, 2024 Reply
Easymoney
Member • 9 posts

Appreciate the tips—trying to unlock my BMW Z4 30si Convertible key code too.

October 20, 2024 Reply
Redbaron
Member • 70 posts

Been stuck with my BMW Z4 30si Convertible for weeks. This might be the fix.

October 21, 2024 Reply
Quantumflux
Member • 103 posts

Just wanted to say this guide helped with my BMW Z4 30si Convertible!

October 22, 2024 Reply

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