[Answered] Options when manual is lost for BMW 528xi key code

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Xrayvision
Member since March 2023 • 143 posts

Need my BMW 528xi's key code to program a new transponder key

Posted on October 15, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1747 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the BMW 528xi. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on October 16, 2024

Replies (6)

Hotwheels
Member • 26 posts

Trying to avoid a $300 fee at the dealer for my BMW 528xi.

October 16, 2024 Reply
Frostbyte
Member • 39 posts

Can’t believe this worked on my BMW 528xi. Huge thanks!

October 17, 2024 Reply
Javaking
Member • 81 posts

This thread might save my BMW 528xi. Thanks everyone!

October 18, 2024 Reply
Xrayspecs
Member • 16 posts

I have a 2011 BMW 528xi, will this method work for that year?

October 19, 2024 Reply
Megamind
Member • 104 posts

I'm stuck trying to get the key code for my BMW 528xi, hope this helps.

October 20, 2024 Reply
Nightowl
Member • 50 posts

Crossing my fingers—really need this for my BMW 528xi!

October 21, 2024 Reply

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