[Closed] Where do dealerships get the key code to program MINI Countryman Cooper S SUV keys?

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Xrayspecs
Member since September 2021 • 16 posts

Need my MINI Countryman Cooper S SUV's key code to program a new transponder key

Posted on January 03, 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 S SUV. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on January 04, 2025

Replies (5)

Goldeneye
Member • 9 posts

I have the same MINI Countryman Cooper S SUV and I'm also trying to find the key code.

January 04, 2025 Reply
Zetareticuli
Member • 101 posts

This is gold. I’ve been locked out of my MINI Countryman Cooper S SUV for days.

January 05, 2025 Reply
Whitenoise
Member • 77 posts

Anyone try this on a MINI Countryman Cooper S SUV with push-button start?

January 06, 2025 Reply
Dragonfly
Member • 62 posts

Worked on my cousin’s MINI Countryman Cooper S SUV—might work for mine too.

January 07, 2025 Reply
Goldengate
Member • 147 posts

Just wanted to say this guide helped with my MINI Countryman Cooper S SUV!

January 08, 2025 Reply

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