[Solution] Where's the key code stored in a BMW 5 SERIES 535 3000 for making new keys?

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Neontiger
Member since June 2022 • 53 posts

Need the factory key code to program a key for my BMW 5 SERIES 535 3000

Posted on October 29, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 672 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the BMW 5 SERIES 535 3000. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on October 30, 2024

Replies (5)

Vortex22
Member • 117 posts

Hope I’m not too late to try this on my BMW 5 SERIES 535 3000.

October 30, 2024 Reply
Wildthing
Member • 101 posts

Can’t believe this worked on my BMW 5 SERIES 535 3000. Huge thanks!

October 31, 2024 Reply
Ziggystar
Member • 5 posts

Just what I needed! My BMW 5 SERIES 535 3000 has been acting up lately.

November 01, 2024 Reply
Gamerpro
Member • 60 posts

This trick worked for my buddy's BMW 5 SERIES 535 3000. Giving it a go myself.

November 02, 2024 Reply
Frostbite
Member • 128 posts

Trying to figure this out for my BMW 5 SERIES 535 3000 too!

November 03, 2024 Reply

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