[Status: Resolved] Where's the key code hidden on my BMW X5 sDrive40i SUV for key programming?

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Fastlane
Member since April 2023 • 48 posts

Where can I find the key code to program keys for my BMW X5 sDrive40i SUV?

Posted on April 10, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1262 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the BMW X5 sDrive40i SUV. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on April 11, 2025

Replies (6)

Nightowl
Member • 34 posts

Exactly what I was looking for to fix my BMW X5 sDrive40i SUV.

April 11, 2025 Reply
Blackbelt
Member • 19 posts

Really hoping this unlocks my BMW X5 sDrive40i SUV's mystery code.

April 12, 2025 Reply
Ghostrider
Member • 137 posts

I have a 2011 BMW X5 sDrive40i SUV, will this method work for that year?

April 13, 2025 Reply
Javaking
Member • 98 posts

Will this work for older BMW X5 sDrive40i SUVs? Mine's a 2009.

April 14, 2025 Reply
Charlie
Member • 62 posts

Appreciate the tips—trying to unlock my BMW X5 sDrive40i SUV key code too.

April 15, 2025 Reply
Happyfeet
Member • 60 posts

Still can’t find the code for my BMW X5 sDrive40i SUV. This might do it.

April 16, 2025 Reply

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