[Archived] Trying to start my Mini II R50_R52 but it says 'immobilized'

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Eve
Member since May 2023 • 15 posts

Where can I locate the key code to program a Mini II R50_R52 key?

Posted on October 25, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1609 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Mini II R50_R52. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on October 26, 2024

Replies (4)

Laughingman
Member • 145 posts

Would love to see a video version of this for a Mini II R50_R52.

October 26, 2024 Reply
Yellowfin
Member • 19 posts

Trying this out on my Mini II R50_R52 today—hoping it works.

October 27, 2024 Reply
Quantumleap
Member • 91 posts

This is gold. I’ve been locked out of my Mini II R50_R52 for days.

October 28, 2024 Reply
Silverbullet
Member • 141 posts

I’ve got a 2012 Mini II R50_R52, would this method still work?

October 29, 2024 Reply

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