[Completed] MINI Paceman Cooper 3Door Hatchback remote replaced - car not recognizing it

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Eagleeye
Member since June 2023 • 18 posts

Need the key code to program a new key for my MINI Paceman Cooper 3Door Hatchback - help?

Posted on August 06, 2024
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the MINI Paceman Cooper 3Door Hatchback. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on August 07, 2024

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Greenlantern
Member • 143 posts

My MINI Paceman Cooper 3Door Hatchback's key code has been a nightmare. Trying this now.

August 07, 2024 Reply
Silverfox
Member • 12 posts

I’m in the same boat with my MINI Paceman Cooper 3Door Hatchback. This looks promising.

August 08, 2024 Reply
Ninjastar
Member • 128 posts

My mechanic said this might help with my MINI Paceman Cooper 3Door Hatchback key issue.

August 09, 2024 Reply
Rustynail
Member • 69 posts

Was about to tow my MINI Paceman Cooper 3Door Hatchback. Let me try this first.

August 10, 2024 Reply

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