[Solution] Locked out of my BMW Z4 sDrive28i Convertible, need key code fast

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Quantumpie
Member since April 2023 • 82 posts

How do I get the key code to program a new key for my BMW Z4 sDrive28i Convertible?

Posted on October 05, 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 sDrive28i Convertible. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on October 06, 2024

Replies (5)

Quantumx
Member • 19 posts

Does this method work for the BMW Z4 sDrive28i Convertible models from 2010 onward?

October 06, 2024 Reply
Luckyluke
Member • 53 posts

Trying everything I can to get the key code for my BMW Z4 sDrive28i Convertible.

October 07, 2024 Reply
Easymoney
Member • 54 posts

Got a dead key fob for my BMW Z4 sDrive28i Convertible. Need the code badly.

October 08, 2024 Reply
Cyberghost
Member • 147 posts

My BMW Z4 sDrive28i Convertible won’t budge without the code. Hoping this helps.

October 09, 2024 Reply
Zerocool
Member • 56 posts

Finally, something that might help with my BMW Z4 sDrive28i Convertible's key code issue!

October 10, 2024 Reply

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