[Archived] Help! I need the key code for my BMW 5Series M Sport Sedan

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Happycamper
Member since March 2022 • 74 posts

Need the key code to program a new key for my BMW 5Series M Sport Sedan - help?

Posted on December 03, 2024
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the BMW 5Series M Sport Sedan. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on December 04, 2024

Replies (4)

Vortex22
Member • 81 posts

Has anyone gotten this method to work on a BMW 5Series M Sport Sedan before?

December 04, 2024 Reply
Omegaman
Member • 125 posts

Trying to avoid a $300 fee at the dealer for my BMW 5Series M Sport Sedan.

December 05, 2024 Reply
Uncleben
Member • 55 posts

My BMW 5Series M Sport Sedan just blinks. I think this might fix it.

December 06, 2024 Reply
Darkangel
Member • 19 posts

Worked for someone with a BMW 5Series M Sport Sedan? Need to hear it!

December 07, 2024 Reply

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