Insert key into the ignition and quickly turn it to position 1 and back 5 times, then remove the key. On your BMW key fob, hold the unlock button and press the BMW logo 3 times, then release the unlock button. If you have additional key fobs you’d like to program at this time, repeat step 3 within 30 seconds from the original key programming. BMW 3-Series - Key Remote Programming. Three methods to try: Method 1: 1. Working from within the vehicle and with the doors shut. Turn ignition to position 1 and back to off within 5 seconds. Remove the key from ignition and press and hold the unlock button for 15 seconds during this time press the key lock button 3 times within 5.

1. Programming a New BMW Key from Scratch. BMW key fob battery replacement is usually quick and painless, and so is programming a new BMW key. To start, you’ll still need to program the key fob once it arrives at your home near Decatur or Pekin. If you still have a working BMW key fob, your process will be different (jump down to our next section).
2. In this guide, you will learn how to program a BMW key fob. These instructions can be followed to resync the key if your BMW key fob remote has stopped working. Follow the programming instruction for any extra key that you may have so that it continues to work. If you fail the first time, try the procedure again. All the steps need to be performed in under 15 seconds.

BMW Key Remote E60 E87 E90 Supply and Coding

Ordering a replacement key from a dealer is a troublesome, overly complicated process with average 2 day wait time.

At Grosvenor Motor Company we can supply and programme (code) a replacement remote control to your vehicle. This allows your to start the car and use the remote control to lock and unlock. We are proud to offer this unique service whilst you wait!

Our remote keys even have a user replaceable button cell battery (dealer keys are to be disposed of when the battery finally depletes as they are sealed). Our replacement remotes can also be coded to vehicles with comfort access as a direct key (saving a fortune on the cost of a dealer key).

Vehicles supported:

• E87 / E81 / E82 / E88 – 1-Series – 2004 – 2011.
• E90 / E91 / E92 / E93 – 3-Series – 2005 – 2011.
• E60 / E61 – 5-Series – 2003 – 2009.
• E63 / E64 – 6-Series – 2004 – 2009.
• E84 – X1 – 2009 to 2015.
• E70 – X5 – 2007 to 2013.
• E71 / E72 – X6 – 2008 to 2013
• E89 – Z4 – 2009 to Current.

The cost of our standard replacement remote control – pictured above (key blade uncut) is £99.95 + VAT programmed to your vehicle.

Don’t wait until you need that spare key!! Give one of our team a call to get booked in.

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.

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.

How To Program Bmw Key Fob E90 Bmw Key Fob

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.

How To Program Bmw Key Fob

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.

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.