Key problem?

addicted2bimmers · 03-30-2018, 02:06 PM

First key went out a few months ago. Doesn't unlock/lock car, doesn't sound alarm, doesn't start car. Dealer says it's not the battery, the key is just done. Now using the 2nd key the same thing happens. The only difference is that this key can start the car ONLY if it is held at the steering column over the small picture of the key. Has anyone else had this problem? Dealer quoted me $437 per key. X5 is a '15 with 70k

LocksmithNick · 03-30-2018, 02:25 PM

Should be covered under CPO, no?

03-30-2018, 02:28 PM

Dealer covered me when I had dead key

LocksmithNick · 03-30-2018, 02:34 PM

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Originally Posted by IloveBMW1932

Dealer covered me when I had dead key

Mine, too.

addicted2bimmers · 03-30-2018, 07:59 PM

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Originally Posted by LocksmithNick

Should be covered under CPO, no?

The car was bought brand new lol

LocksmithNick · 03-30-2018, 08:13 PM

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Originally Posted by addicted2bimmers

The car was bought brand new lol

Ahh..I never buy new lol

addicted2bimmers · 03-30-2018, 08:39 PM

Anyone know a less expensive place for key replacement?

LocksmithNick · 03-30-2018, 08:47 PM

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Originally Posted by addicted2bimmers

Anyone know a less expensive place for key replacement?

$437 really isn't bad. Even an indy guy will charge $350 and it might not be an actual oem key, but from an aftermarket company.

CeeTeeX5 · 03-30-2018, 08:47 PM

Try replacing the battery in the key first. Just because the dealer says it’s not the battery doesn’t mean it’s true. They just want to sell you a whole new key.

Having to hold the key next to the key icon on the steering column is a symptom of low battery.

r33_RGSport · 03-30-2018, 10:51 PM

Sounds like battery issue.
I never seen key that stop working after 3 years.
But I do know that Lithium Battery CR2023 last about 2-3 years.

smyles · 03-30-2018, 11:27 PM

And for batteries I'd also suggest not to use cheap knockoffs sold on eBay/Amazon.

redline9001 · 03-31-2018, 06:28 PM

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Originally Posted by smyles

And for batteries I'd also suggest not to use cheap knockoffs sold on eBay/Amazon.

Are you saying OEM BMW batteries are better ?

sdk8103 · 03-31-2018, 06:40 PM

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Originally Posted by redline9001

Are you saying OEM BMW batteries are better ?

I think he is saying use name brand batteries.

addicted2bimmers · 04-02-2018, 06:20 PM

Update: I replaced the batteries in both keys and they work like new. Spent $10 and saved $874. Thanks to all

CeeTeeX5 · 04-02-2018, 08:51 PM

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Originally Posted by addicted2bimmers

Update: I replaced the batteries in both keys and they work like new. Spent $10 and saved $874. Thanks to all

Glad to hear it. Surprised this car doesn’t have a low battery warning for the key. It still surprises me that my jeep had more features than my X5.

r33_RGSport · 04-02-2018, 09:24 PM

This bring back the topic how dealership try to rip your heart out instead of helping you.
I remember that my dealership replaced my remote battery when I was in for service.
But, it was still under warranty and service coverage.

F15GorDe · 04-02-2018, 10:52 PM

Yep, every 3 years, whether it’s the one you use every day or it’s the one that hasn’t seen the light of day since you got it, replace the battery with fresh new batteries!

03-30-2018, 02:06 PM	#1
addicted2bimmers Second Lieutenant 70 Rep 228 Posts Drives: F15 X5, E39 525i Join Date: Jan 2015 Location: NY iTrader: (0)	Key problem? First key went out a few months ago. Doesn't unlock/lock car, doesn't sound alarm, doesn't start car. Dealer says it's not the battery, the key is just done. Now using the 2nd key the same thing happens. The only difference is that this key can start the car ONLY if it is held at the steering column over the small picture of the key. Has anyone else had this problem? Dealer quoted me $437 per key. X5 is a '15 with 70k
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LocksmithNick Captain 1142 Rep 714 Posts Drives: BMW X5 M Sport - G05 Join Date: Oct 2017 Location: Myrtle Beach, SC iTrader: (0) Garage List 2014 BMW X5 M Sport [0.00]	Should be covered under CPO, no?
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addicted2bimmers Second Lieutenant 70 Rep 228 Posts Drives: F15 X5, E39 525i Join Date: Jan 2015 Location: NY iTrader: (0)	Anyone know a less expensive place for key replacement?
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CeeTeeX5 Major 936 Rep 1,180 Posts Drives: 2018 X5 xDrive35i M-Sport Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Issaquah, WA iTrader: (0)	Try replacing the battery in the key first. Just because the dealer says it’s not the battery doesn’t mean it’s true. They just want to sell you a whole new key. Having to hold the key next to the key icon on the steering column is a symptom of low battery. __________________ 2018 X5 35i M-Sport Dinan Stage 1 Tuner M-Perf Exhaust and lip Wheels: Winter - 469m; Summer - Vossen CV7 22s 2018 X1 28i M-Sport
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r33_RGSport General 12968 Rep 18,715 Posts Drives: G09 XM, G05 X5 40, 991.2 T Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: So. Cal iTrader: (6)	Sounds like battery issue. I never seen key that stop working after 3 years. But I do know that Lithium Battery CR2023 last about 2-3 years. __________________ Email:sales@rgsport.com \| IG:RGSport_USA \| Web:RGSportShop.com PM for Everyday DEALS!! MSS • iSweep • RaceChip • Sterckenn • AutoTecknic • Akrapovic • Vossen Wheels • Eventuri Active Autowerke • KW • H&R • Ohlins • Remus • and more...
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smyles Major 1023 Rep 1,168 Posts Drives: '21 X5 Join Date: Jan 2012 Location: DC iTrader: (0)	And for batteries I'd also suggest not to use cheap knockoffs sold on eBay/Amazon.
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addicted2bimmers Second Lieutenant 70 Rep 228 Posts Drives: F15 X5, E39 525i Join Date: Jan 2015 Location: NY iTrader: (0)	Update: I replaced the batteries in both keys and they work like new. Spent $10 and saved $874. Thanks to all
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r33_RGSport General 12968 Rep 18,715 Posts Drives: G09 XM, G05 X5 40, 991.2 T Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: So. Cal iTrader: (6)	This bring back the topic how dealership try to rip your heart out instead of helping you. I remember that my dealership replaced my remote battery when I was in for service. But, it was still under warranty and service coverage. __________________ Email:sales@rgsport.com \| IG:RGSport_USA \| Web:RGSportShop.com PM for Everyday DEALS!! MSS • iSweep • RaceChip • Sterckenn • AutoTecknic • Akrapovic • Vossen Wheels • Eventuri Active Autowerke • KW • H&R • Ohlins • Remus • and more...
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F15GorDe Well versed in the care and feeding of BMWs 261 Rep 733 Posts Drives: F15d, F10 Join Date: Sep 2014 Location: NorCal iTrader: (0)	Yep, every 3 years, whether it’s the one you use every day or it’s the one that hasn’t seen the light of day since you got it, replace the battery with fresh new batteries! __________________ B&O, parking assistant, executive package, 3rd row seats and the manual rear shades are the ONLY items we didn't order. Having everything else makes our F15d a NICE ride.
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