[Completed] MINI John Cooper Works Convertible ECU swap - need to pair new keys?

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Orangecrush
Member since November 2021 • 113 posts

How to find the factory key code to program MINI John Cooper Works Convertible keys?

Posted on August 27, 2024
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the MINI John Cooper Works Convertible. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on August 28, 2024

Replies (3)

Pixelpusher
Member • 21 posts

Will this work if the MINI John Cooper Works Convertible has an aftermarket alarm?

August 28, 2024 Reply
Redbaron
Member • 40 posts

I’m also looking for how to retrieve the key code on a MINI John Cooper Works Convertible.

August 29, 2024 Reply
Icemann
Member • 60 posts

Anyone got tips on key code retrieval for a MINI John Cooper Works Convertible?

August 30, 2024 Reply

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