[Solution] Proof of ownership for BMW X5 M50i key code

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Zetajones
Member since April 2022 • 45 posts

Where's the key code located to program keys for my BMW X5 M50i?

Posted on October 24, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 907 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the BMW X5 M50i. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on October 25, 2024

Replies (5)

Grace
Member • 60 posts

My BMW X5 M50i is basically useless until I get this code. Fingers crossed.

October 25, 2024 Reply
Alphabeta
Member • 139 posts

Does this method work for the BMW X5 M50i models from 2010 onward?

October 26, 2024 Reply
Alphabeta
Member • 138 posts

Hope this method is better than the last one I tried on my BMW X5 M50i.

October 27, 2024 Reply
Electric
Member • 75 posts

This might finally help me unlock my BMW X5 M50i's key code.

October 28, 2024 Reply
Xenogamer
Member • 63 posts

This trick worked for my buddy's BMW X5 M50i. Giving it a go myself.

October 29, 2024 Reply

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