[Archived] 2008 BMW 535 xi not starting - no key programming code

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Steelwolf
Member since September 2021 • 43 posts

Where's the key code stored in my 2008 BMW 535 xi for key programming?

Posted on November 16, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 511 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2008 BMW 535 xi. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on November 17, 2024

Replies (6)

Rustynail
Member • 122 posts

This forum is more helpful than my dealer. Thanks from a 2008 BMW 535 xi owner.

November 17, 2024 Reply
Xrayspecs
Member • 102 posts

Has anyone gotten this method to work on a 2008 BMW 535 xi before?

November 18, 2024 Reply
Digitalx
Member • 150 posts

Just tried this on my 2008 BMW 535 xi—anyone else have success?

November 19, 2024 Reply
Superfly
Member • 65 posts

Trying everything I can to get the key code for my 2008 BMW 535 xi.

November 20, 2024 Reply
Pandaking
Member • 16 posts

Worked for someone with a 2008 BMW 535 xi? Need to hear it!

November 21, 2024 Reply
Viperstrike
Member • 27 posts

Following this for my 2008 BMW 535 xi. Please update if it works!

November 22, 2024 Reply

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