[Closed] Can I reset the immobilizer on my BMW 550i Touring without dealer?

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Quickdraw
Member since June 2022 • 28 posts

Where can I locate the key code to program a BMW 550i Touring key?

Posted on May 28, 2025
Adminbot
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Posted on May 29, 2025

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Timelord
Member • 107 posts

Any updates on getting the key code for the BMW 550i Touring?

May 29, 2025 Reply
Ultraman
Member • 64 posts

Wish I found this thread before towing my BMW 550i Touring.

May 30, 2025 Reply
Zetajones
Member • 102 posts

Key code problems with my BMW 550i Touring as well. Subscribed!

May 31, 2025 Reply

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