Thread: New Keyfob?
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      08-01-2021, 03:55 AM   #10
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if you got original key already you just need to get them cut and you should be able to pair both keys yourself and for engine start,

I managed to get one done as a spare not upgrade as you like, but followed this guide worked perfect.

https://store.bimmernav.com/blogs/ho...5-e46-x3-z4-z8
Did you get your key from BMW? All the locksmiths that I asked said you need to use the AK90+ to program any new cut key. I thought that process only worked if you get the key cut from BMW with your VIN programmed into it.
No went to a small local locksmith, he kept saying same thing tell him you only want it for opening the doors in case you lock your good one out is what I said and he cut it. Don't use timpsons they just say needs a programmer, I just tried that key and it's not starting the car weird it worked before and a week after wonder if it's a cheap key and somehow lost its pairing
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