[Update] Where do I enter key programming code in BMW 5 Series 518D Luxury?

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Redbull
Member since December 2022 • 56 posts

Trying to program a spare key - need the key code for my BMW 5 Series 518D Luxury

Posted on December 23, 2024
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the BMW 5 Series 518D Luxury. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on December 24, 2024

Replies (4)

Frostymug
Member • 86 posts

Fingers crossed this works for my BMW 5 Series 518D Luxury too.

December 24, 2024 Reply
Javaking
Member • 133 posts

This just might solve my BMW 5 Series 518D Luxury's ignition issue.

December 25, 2024 Reply
Yellowjacket
Member • 50 posts

Just tried this on my BMW 5 Series 518D Luxury—anyone else have success?

December 26, 2024 Reply
Ultraman
Member • 70 posts

Thanks! Been struggling with this on my BMW 5 Series 518D Luxury for a while.

December 27, 2024 Reply

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