[Success] BMW 530xi started once, now asks for PIN - help?

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Lasertag
Member since June 2023 • 112 posts

How to get the factory key code for my BMW 530xi to make keys?

Posted on February 28, 2025
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the BMW 530xi. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on March 01, 2025

Replies (3)

Vortexx
Member • 47 posts

I’m not alone! My BMW 530xi is doing the same thing.

March 01, 2025 Reply
Laserbeam
Member • 146 posts

This thread might save my BMW 530xi. Thanks everyone!

March 02, 2025 Reply
Urbanninja
Member • 41 posts

Waiting to see if this will work on my BMW 530xi as well.

March 03, 2025 Reply

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