[Confirmed Fix] Is the ignition lock coded separately in BMW X5?

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Frostbyte
Member since October 2022 • 64 posts

Need the key code to program a replacement key for my BMW X5

Posted on December 24, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 726 posts

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

Posted on December 25, 2024

Replies (5)

Voodooman
Member • 131 posts

Really need the key code for my BMW X5, thanks for sharing!

December 25, 2024 Reply
Ziggystar
Member • 134 posts

Been here before with my BMW X5. Let’s see if this one works.

December 26, 2024 Reply
Steelwolf
Member • 98 posts

Can’t believe this worked on my BMW X5. Huge thanks!

December 27, 2024 Reply
Alphamale
Member • 33 posts

I have the same BMW X5 and I'm also trying to find the key code.

December 28, 2024 Reply
Iceberg
Member • 91 posts

Anyone got tips on key code retrieval for a BMW X5?

December 29, 2024 Reply

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