[Confirmed Fix] Ignition won’t turn - is my 2013 BMW M5 Base asking for a code?

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Whiterabbit
Member since October 2022 • 84 posts

Where can I find the key code to program keys for my 2013 BMW M5 Base?

Posted on April 17, 2025
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2013 BMW M5 Base. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on April 18, 2025

Replies (5)

Captainkirk
Member • 128 posts

Fingers crossed this works for my 2013 BMW M5 Base too.

April 18, 2025 Reply
Omegaman
Member • 66 posts

I really hope this trick works on my 2013 BMW M5 Base.

April 19, 2025 Reply
Charlie
Member • 99 posts

I have a 2011 2013 BMW M5 Base, will this method work for that year?

April 20, 2025 Reply
Redalert
Member • 87 posts

Using this on my 2013 BMW M5 Base now. Hope it works.

April 21, 2025 Reply
Codeninja
Member • 148 posts

Anyone have luck with this on a 2015 2013 BMW M5 Base?

April 22, 2025 Reply

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