Luckily the problems you experience with them can often be simple so if you find your key fob not working there are some possibilities you should consider right off the bat.
New bmw key not working.
None of the buttons get a response from the car.
The bmw key recharges itself when in the ignition meaning it does not require battery replacement.
In that case try removing the buttons cleaning them flexing them in and out and then reassembling the remote.
Getting a bmw key fob replacement if you ve tried replacing the battery and your key fob still isn t working or if you ve lost your fob entirely it s time to get a new one.
New bmw key from deale not working.
If your bmw key fob s battery has run out you won t be able to unlock your vehicle remotely or if your bmw has comfort access use keyless entry.
Just a quick video showing you how to reset or re synchronize your key fob if you have comfort access and the car is not responding to the remote buttons.
Bimmertech is able to offer replacement keys for almost all bmws and bmw produced minis from the last few decades.
Discussion starter 1 jul 13 2010.
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Unfortunately this was not the case.
If you notice that one or more of the buttons look like they aren t popping back out correctly or they seem to have come apart inside that can prevent a car key remote from working properly.
The most common culprit behind an electric key fob s failure is as you might guess the battery.
I checked the battery and it was charged.
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Learning how to resynch your key with the vehicle s locking system can save time and money.
Hold the new key at eye level towards the middle of the car this is where the signal is strongest hold down the unlock button and press the lock button 3 times.
Ordering a new remote key fob.
First to unlock your car s door press and hold the key release button at the base of your remote fob and slide out the internal key blade.
However you can still access and start your car manually.
It still did not recognize the new key.
I also tried a method for other bmw models to put the new keyfob next to the steering wheel where the key logo is and start the car with another keyfob.