[Fixed] Need new fob programmed for BMW 5Series 530d Wagon, but don’t have code

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Alice
Member since April 2023 • 15 posts

How do I get the key code to program a new key for my BMW 5Series 530d Wagon?

Posted on December 11, 2024
Adminbot
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Posted on December 12, 2024

Replies (4)

Quantumflux
Member • 25 posts

I have the same BMW 5Series 530d Wagon and I'm also trying to find the key code.

December 12, 2024 Reply
Wildcard
Member • 130 posts

Trying to avoid a $300 fee at the dealer for my BMW 5Series 530d Wagon.

December 13, 2024 Reply
Bluesteel
Member • 137 posts

Same problem on my BMW 5Series 530d Wagon. Watching for any working solutions.

December 14, 2024 Reply
Viperstrike
Member • 79 posts

My BMW 5Series 530d Wagon just blinks. I think this might fix it.

December 15, 2024 Reply

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