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How To Program Bmw Key Fob E90 Bmw

  1. The next image is of a cut key (or key fob) and a programming machine for BMW Models: Programming Machine and Key Fob for BMW Models. Second, try to get the key code, which makes the process of cutting a new key very fast, from your dealer. They should be able to provide it for you after verification that you are the owner.
  2. Programming a New Key from Scratch. If you don’t have a working key fob and you need to program a BMW key fob replacement, follow the instructions below: Insert key into the ignition and turn it to position 1 and back rapidly 5 times. Remove the key; Hold the unlock button and press the BMW logo 3 times, then release the unlock button.
  3. Oct 19, 2020 Activating Your BMW Remote Key Fob Your key will come pre-programmed for your vehicle, but will still need to be activated before use. To do so, hold your new key fob flat against the low key battery indicator on the side of the steering column. Then hold the start/stop button until the 'no key' warning light disappears.
16-05-2011, 04:43 PM (This post was last modified: 16-05-2011, 04:44 PM by Pr0PheT.)
I've got a question hopefully somebody can give me some good advice, better than Hyde Park auto. I've got a 05 e90 320d as my secondary vehicle. I lost the spare key a while back and never bothered getting a new one. Now this weekend I misplaced the other and am still looking for it . I hope I still find it however I understand that if I do not find it soon I will need to have the car towed to BMW and by murphys law I will probably find the key afterwards.
I spoke to someone at BMW, i was told that the replacement keyfob is R1300 if you have one key and R4000 - 6000 if you have lost both. My main questions are, can the keys be programmed locally or do they need to be ordered from Germany. I was told the keys can be programmed locally but the locks need to be changed, why ?
Online sources indicate that the laser cut the key thing that slides out of the keyfob used for opening the boot when there is no battery power needs to come from Germany.
Anybody else been through this process with a e81,e82,e87 or e90,e91,e92 that can shed some light ?

With the working key fob as well as all additional key fobs you want to program, sit in the driver’s seat of your BMW with all windows and doors closed. Insert the working key into the ignition and turn it to position 1 (aka turn it but don’t start the engine). The BMW dashboard lights should turn on. Remove the key from the ignition. Programming a New Key from Scratch These instructions are for programming a new key when you do not have a working key fob. Insert key into the ignition and turn it to position 1 and back rapidly 5 times. Remove the key 3. Hold the unlock button and press the BMW logo 3 times, then release the unlock button.

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BMW 3-Series - Key Remote Programming

Three methods to try:

Method 1:

1. Working from within the vehicle and with the doors shut

2. Turn ignition to position 1 and back to off within 5 seconds.

3. Remove the key from ignition and press and hold the unlock button for 15seconds during this time press the key lock button 3 times within 5 seconds.

4. Release both buttons.

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5. Doors will lock and unlock to show correct programming hasoccurred.

Method 2:

To do this procedure you need to have one working key and one key that needs tobe programmed.

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1) Get in and close all doors.

2) Turn on the ignition and turn off quickly. (No more than 5 seconds) to startthe process. Next action must take place within 30 seconds.

3) Remove the 1st key.

How To Program Bmw E90 Key Fob

4) Hold the key up near your left shoulder (this is so it is closer to the remotereceiver antenna.

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5) Hold down the unlock button and press the lock button 3 times. Release theunlock button and the doors lock which confirms the operation.

6) Quickly repeat steps 4 & 5 for key #2 etc.

If it does not work, try doing the keys in opposite order. Key 2 then key 1, vs 1then 2.

Method 3:

Alternate if you do not have a working remote

1. Turn key to position 1 five times very quickly 2. Remove key 3. Hold unlockbutton then press lock button 3 times, release unlock button.

How To Program Bmw Key Fob E90

4. If you have another key do the same button pressing within 30 seconds 5. Turnon ignition to finalise.

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PLEASE NOTE: This programming procedure programs the remote control part of thekey. Any transponder chip for the immobiliser (starting of car) will not be programmed and must be done by aspecialist.