[Resolved] Where's the key code stored in a MINI Cooper Roadster for making new keys?

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Digitalx
Member since August 2022 • 26 posts

How do I obtain the key code to program a MINI Cooper Roadster key fob?

Posted on May 04, 2025
Adminbot
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Posted on May 05, 2025

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Highvoltage
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May 05, 2025 Reply
Alphawolf
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May 06, 2025 Reply
Kingkong
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May 07, 2025 Reply
Dragonfly
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May 08, 2025 Reply

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