[Archived] Where is the transponder code located in a BMW SERIE 5?

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Icemann
Member since March 2023 • 51 posts

How do I obtain the key code to program a BMW SERIE 5 key fob?

Posted on September 09, 2024
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the BMW SERIE 5. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on September 10, 2024

Replies (4)

Quicksilver
Member • 109 posts

Trying to avoid a $300 fee at the dealer for my BMW SERIE 5.

September 10, 2024 Reply
Jazzcat
Member • 64 posts

Anyone have luck with this on a 2015 BMW SERIE 5?

September 11, 2024 Reply
Timelord
Member • 66 posts

Would love to see a video version of this for a BMW SERIE 5.

September 12, 2024 Reply
Jazzmann
Member • 78 posts

I’m not alone! My BMW SERIE 5 is doing the same thing.

September 13, 2024 Reply

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