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. It is the new body style E90 with silver buttons for doors and trunk + a bmw logo button in the middle for locking the doors. The dealer will sell me a new remote and program it to the car. So are you saying that a new remote is permanently 'married' to a single car and is totally worthless other than for that one car?

CJ shows you how to activate & program a spare or replacement remote key fob in your F Series BMW. Read more about key fob replacement: https://www.bimmer-te.

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Three methods to try:

How To Program A Bmw Key Fob E90

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.

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.

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.

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

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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!

No space left on device error. 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.