[Confirmed Fix] Where’s the code stored on a 2013 BMW M5 smart key?

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Alphaomega
Member since October 2021 • 24 posts

Where can I locate the key code to program a 2013 BMW M5 key fob?

Posted on October 17, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 855 posts

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

Posted on October 18, 2024

Replies (6)

Ironman
Member • 127 posts

Following along—same issue with my 2013 BMW M5.

October 18, 2024 Reply
Vectorprime
Member • 45 posts

Trying this on my 2013 BMW M5 later. Will report back.

October 19, 2024 Reply
Purplehaze
Member • 123 posts

Was about to tow my 2013 BMW M5. Let me try this first.

October 20, 2024 Reply
Pandaexpress
Member • 128 posts

Been here before with my 2013 BMW M5. Let’s see if this one works.

October 21, 2024 Reply
Electricslide
Member • 87 posts

I’m not alone! My 2013 BMW M5 is doing the same thing.

October 22, 2024 Reply
Warpspeed
Member • 22 posts

Dealer wants too much just to reset my 2013 BMW M5. Trying this instead.

October 23, 2024 Reply

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