[Answered] Best locksmith for BMW 5Series PlugIn Hybrid 530e key code service

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Omegaman
Member since February 2023 • 101 posts

How do I find the key code to program a key for my BMW 5Series PlugIn Hybrid 530e?

Posted on September 17, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 507 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the BMW 5Series PlugIn Hybrid 530e. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on September 18, 2024

Replies (4)

Ninjastar
Member • 137 posts

Exactly what I was looking for to fix my BMW 5Series PlugIn Hybrid 530e.

September 18, 2024 Reply
Techlord
Member • 134 posts

Trying to avoid a $300 fee at the dealer for my BMW 5Series PlugIn Hybrid 530e.

September 19, 2024 Reply
Ironwill
Member • 121 posts

Finally, something that might help with my BMW 5Series PlugIn Hybrid 530e's key code issue!

September 20, 2024 Reply
Silversurf
Member • 48 posts

Bookmarking this for when I work on my BMW 5Series PlugIn Hybrid 530e this weekend.

September 21, 2024 Reply

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