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BMW 8 Series 1988-1994 Key Codes

The BMW 8 Series 1988-1994 uses key code series BH, with 34,800 documented codes spanning the range BH010001-BH241450. Uses a 6-cut 4-track external profile. Set the duplicator to flat-bottom cuts 0.1″ wide. The lock is decodable with a Lishi tool — sign in for the specific match. Bitting data verified as of May 25, 2026.

Code prefix
BH
Code range
BH010001-BH241450
Years
1988-1994
Total codes
34,800
Lishi decodable
Yes — sign in for tool name
Cuts per key
6
Last verified

Common questions

What key code series does the BMW 8 Series 1988-1994 use?
The BMW 8 Series 1988-1994 uses key code series BH, with 34,800 documented codes ranging from BH010001-BH241450.
Can the BMW 8 Series 1988-1994 lock be decoded?
Yes. A Lishi-style 2-in-1 decoder reads the door or ignition lock without disassembly, revealing the bitting code that can be cross-referenced against this series' key code database. The specific Lishi tool match for this vehicle is available to signed-in locksmiths.
How many cuts does a BMW 8 Series 1988-1994 key have?
6 cuts on a 4-track external profile. Each cut position has a depth value documented in the bitting code, which determines the key cutting pattern.
When was the BMW 8 Series 1988-1994 key data last verified?
Bitting data for the BMW 8 Series 1988-1994 was last verified May 25, 2026. Verification timestamps are tracked per series, and updates appear here as locksmiths confirm code accuracy in the field.

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