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BMW 3-Series - Key Remote ProgrammingThree methods to try:Method 1:1. Working from within the vehicle and with the doors shut2. 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.
These are some frequenlty mentioned BMW key programmer in the aftermarket. BMW Multi Tool. VVDI 2 So what do they do and it is good? Continuing AK300 + BMW CAS Key Maker is only for BMW from 2002 -2009 years with new BMW CAS,CAS2,CAS3,CAS3+. Push the 'Unlock' button on your E46 key and hold it down while pushing the lock button three times. At this time your BMW's door locks will lock and unlock, which signals that you've successfully completed the programming process. Finish programming your E46 key remote by turning your BMW.
Release both buttons.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.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.4) Hold the key up near your left shoulder (this is so it is closer to the remotereceiver antenna.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 remote1. Turn key to position 1 five times very quickly 2.
Remove key 3. Hold unlockbutton then press lock button 3 times, release unlock button.4. If you have another key do the same button pressing within 30 seconds 5. Turnon ignition to finalise.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.
Below are programming instructions for the keyless entry remotes on various BMW vehicles:
BMW
MANUFACTURER | MODEL | YEAR |
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BMW | 3 Series (E36) | 1994-2001 |
BMW | 3 Series (E46) | 1998-2006 |
BMW | 3 Series | 1997-1999 |
BMW | 5 Series (E39) | 1996-2003 |
BMW | 7 Series (E38) | 1994-2002 |
BMW | M3 | 1995-1996 |
BMW | X3 | 2004 |
BMW | X5 (E53) | 1999-2006 |
BMW | Z3 (E36) | 2001-2002 |
BMW | Z4 | **** |
BMW | Z4 (E85) | 2003-2008 |
BMW | Z8 (E52) | 2000-2003 |
BMW | 1 Series (E82/88) | 2008-2013 |
BMW | 3 Series (E90/91) | 2005-2011 |
BMW | 3 Series (E92/93) | 2007-2013 |
BMW | 5 Series (E60/61) | 2006-2010 |
BMW | 6 Series (E63/E64) | 2006-2010 |
BMW | 7 Series (E65/66) | 2002-2009 |
BMW | 7 Series (F01/02/04) | 2010-2012 |
BMW | X5 (E70) | 2007-2013 |
BMW | X6 (E71/E72) | 2008-2013 |
BMW | Z4 (E89) | 2009-2013 |
BMW | 5 Series (E60) | 2004-2005 |
BMW | 6 Series (E63/E64) | 2004-2005 |
BMW | 5 Series (F07) | 2010-2012 |
BMW | 5 Series (F10) | 2011-2012 |
BMW | X3 (F25) | 2011-2012 |
MANUFACTURER | MODEL | YEAR |
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