[Recommended Fix] Key cut but not programmed - 2016 BMW X5 sDrive35i stuck

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Happycamper
Member since February 2023 • 147 posts

Where's the key code located to program keys for my 2016 BMW X5 sDrive35i?

Posted on October 31, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 920 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2016 BMW X5 sDrive35i. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on November 01, 2024

Replies (5)

Redalert
Member • 86 posts

Crossing my fingers—really need this for my 2016 BMW X5 sDrive35i!

November 01, 2024 Reply
Darkhorse
Member • 125 posts

Will this work for older 2016 BMW X5 sDrive35is? Mine's a 2009.

November 02, 2024 Reply
Killerbee
Member • 31 posts

Thanks! Been struggling with this on my 2016 BMW X5 sDrive35i for a while.

November 03, 2024 Reply
Alphaomega
Member • 73 posts

Would love to see a video version of this for a 2016 BMW X5 sDrive35i.

November 04, 2024 Reply
Electricboog
Member • 126 posts

Using this on my 2016 BMW X5 sDrive35i now. Hope it works.

November 05, 2024 Reply

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