[Completed] BMW Z8 not recognizing new key - code issue?

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Icedragon
Member since November 2021 • 102 posts

Where's the key code hidden on a BMW Z8 for key programming?

Posted on September 08, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1482 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the BMW Z8. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on September 09, 2024

Replies (5)

Outlawjoe
Member • 111 posts

Hoping someone can confirm this works for a newer BMW Z8.

September 09, 2024 Reply
Happyfeet
Member • 81 posts

My BMW Z8 just sits silent—hoping this changes that.

September 10, 2024 Reply
Jazzmann
Member • 91 posts

I’ve been locked out of my BMW Z8 all week. Hope this helps.

September 11, 2024 Reply
Rogueone
Member • 136 posts

Just what I needed! My BMW Z8 has been acting up lately.

September 12, 2024 Reply
Cosmicray
Member • 82 posts

I’m also looking for how to retrieve the key code on a BMW Z8.

September 13, 2024 Reply

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