[Completed] Where is the key code hidden on 1999 BMW 5 Series?

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Cyberninja
Member since July 2022 • 27 posts

Need the factory key code to program a key for my 1999 BMW 5 Series

Posted on December 19, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1868 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 1999 BMW 5 Series. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on December 20, 2024

Replies (4)

Darkhorse
Member • 99 posts

My 1999 BMW 5 Series needs a new key but I need the code first. Help!

December 20, 2024 Reply
Alphamax
Member • 64 posts

Was about to give up on my 1999 BMW 5 Series, but this gives me hope.

December 21, 2024 Reply
Ninjastar
Member • 101 posts

Appreciate any advice—my 1999 BMW 5 Series won’t recognize the key.

December 22, 2024 Reply
Killerinst
Member • 128 posts

Can confirm it worked for my 2013 1999 BMW 5 Series.

December 23, 2024 Reply

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