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      01-23-2024, 11:07 AM   #3
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Originally Posted by RED_Y_ View Post
What is "aftermarket" key fob? The only key will start your BMW is original BMW key. There is no other way around it, and even original BMW key is ordered from the dealership or some locksmith can add new key by removing your BDC controller and playing with eeprom. There is no way to code, clone, copy, program key from F15/F16 X5.
https://f15.bimmerpost.com/forums/sh....php?t=2075166
https://f15.bimmerpost.com/forums/sh....php?t=1589391
https://f15.bimmerpost.com/forums/sh....php?t=1669473
https://f15.bimmerpost.com/forums/sh....php?t=1595828
I meant eBay key. I have heard some people where able to get it to work with locksmith pulling BDC controller. I am not sure how safe is this this method but I might have to give it a try.
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