[Answered] Urgent: I need the key programming code for my BMW Z4 sDrive30i

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Happyfeet
Member since January 2023 • 23 posts

How do I get the key code to program a new key for my BMW Z4 sDrive30i?

Posted on November 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 sDrive30i. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on November 06, 2024

Replies (3)

Vectorprime
Member • 31 posts

My BMW Z4 sDrive30i won’t start without that code. Following this closely.

November 06, 2024 Reply
Alphamax
Member • 80 posts

Saved me from towing my BMW Z4 sDrive30i. Thanks!

November 07, 2024 Reply
Redalert
Member • 34 posts

I have a 2011 BMW Z4 sDrive30i, will this method work for that year?

November 08, 2024 Reply

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