[Update] Need PIN to add second key to MINI Countryman Cooper Northwood SUV

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Deltaforce
Member since April 2022 • 79 posts

Where do dealerships get the key code to program MINI Countryman Cooper Northwood SUV keys?

Posted on February 13, 2025
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the MINI Countryman Cooper Northwood SUV. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on February 14, 2025

Replies (5)

Pixelpusher
Member • 98 posts

My MINI Countryman Cooper Northwood SUV needs a new key but I need the code first. Help!

February 14, 2025 Reply
Ironman
Member • 68 posts

Following closely—this could be the fix I need for my MINI Countryman Cooper Northwood SUV.

February 15, 2025 Reply
Aceventura
Member • 55 posts

I tried this trick and it actually worked on my MINI Countryman Cooper Northwood SUV!

February 16, 2025 Reply
Flashgordon
Member • 139 posts

I’ve been locked out of my MINI Countryman Cooper Northwood SUV all week. Hope this helps.

February 17, 2025 Reply
Voodooman
Member • 73 posts

My MINI Countryman Cooper Northwood SUV refuses to start. Could be the key code—trying this fix.

February 18, 2025 Reply

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