[Solution] My MINI Mini Chilli Convertible won’t recognize the key - missing transponder code?

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Captaincrunch
Member since June 2023 • 12 posts

Need the key code to program a new key for my MINI Mini Chilli Convertible - help?

Posted on December 15, 2024
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the MINI Mini Chilli Convertible. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on December 16, 2024

Replies (3)

Eve
Member • 11 posts

I’ll try this and update how it goes with my MINI Mini Chilli Convertible.

December 16, 2024 Reply
Zerogravity
Member • 51 posts

I tried this with my MINI Mini Chilli Convertible but still no luck. Any suggestions?

December 17, 2024 Reply
Alphamale
Member • 51 posts

Where exactly do you find the key code on a MINI Mini Chilli Convertible?

December 18, 2024 Reply

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