[Working] Do I need tech2 or just the PIN to code BMW 5Series Active Hybrid Sedan key?

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Kungfupanda
Member since January 2023 • 94 posts

Trying to program a spare key - where's the key code on my BMW 5Series Active Hybrid Sedan?

Posted on February 14, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1796 posts

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

Posted on February 15, 2025

Replies (3)

Ultraviolet
Member • 98 posts

Same problem on my BMW 5Series Active Hybrid Sedan. Watching for any working solutions.

February 15, 2025 Reply
Misterx
Member • 141 posts

Can’t believe this worked on my BMW 5Series Active Hybrid Sedan. Huge thanks!

February 16, 2025 Reply
Papasmurf
Member • 66 posts

Struggling with the same issue on my BMW 5Series Active Hybrid Sedan, following this thread.

February 17, 2025 Reply

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