[It Worked!] Locked out of diagnostics - 2004 BMW 5 Series asks for access code

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Platinumblonde
Member since September 2022 • 34 posts

Need my 2004 BMW 5 Series's key code to program a replacement key - where to look?

Posted on December 24, 2024
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2004 BMW 5 Series. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on December 25, 2024

Replies (3)

Gizmoguy
Member • 38 posts

Still looking for a reliable way to find the key code on my 2004 BMW 5 Series.

December 25, 2024 Reply
Platinumblonde
Member • 69 posts

Trying everything I can to get the key code for my 2004 BMW 5 Series.

December 26, 2024 Reply
Dragonfly
Member • 94 posts

My 2004 BMW 5 Series won’t start without that code. Following this closely.

December 27, 2024 Reply

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