Beemer330i Posted February 1, 2011 Report Share Posted February 1, 2011 Are you doing the 3 unlock button presses at the same time as keeping the lock button pressed? Might be worth leaving it a bit longer, or try the first encoding with your spare key. Yeah I have done that and I do not have a spare key. only the one diamond key which worked yesterday Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bobdisk Posted February 21, 2011 Report Share Posted February 21, 2011 HI I have only just joined this forum sorry. I have recently purchased a 318ci coupe. It has 2 keys - 1 remote (non working) and 1 manual non-remote key. I have had the remote key reprogrammed which now works fine. The manual key sets off the alarm if the car has been locked using the remote key & it does not unlock the boot. Both keys start the car & the alarm is silenced by the manual key once put in the ignition & turned. My question is this - is there any way to get the manual key to unlock the boot & how if possible would it be to change the manual key into a remote key? Thanks for any advice. Dave. By not being able to unlock the boot, do you mean that it wont go into the boots lock? BMWs of our ones age came with 4 keys. Two remote keys, with 3 buttons. Swap these once a month to keep them both charged. One "chauffers key", a non remote key that only fits the drivers door and ignition. The idea is if you give your car to a garage or valet they cannot open the boot or glove box !! It is coloured grey. The 4th key is a little plastic thing, that you keep in your wallet (or handbag, I am not sexist ) for emergency use only. All have a transponder chip and should be used occasionally to keep them up to date with the immobilisers rolling codes. The remote control and the start control are completely separate systems. The battery for the remote is charged when the car is going, If its dead flat, it takes a trip of about 100 miles to get it up, if its not k"£$%%dd. The transponder chip does not use the fob battery, but is powered directly from the car. Thats why it does not matter if the remote works or not, the correct transponder chip will start the car. If you buy a new key to replace a damaged one, save the little transponder chip near the blade, and put it into the new key. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ultima Posted March 1, 2011 Report Share Posted March 1, 2011 Hi I've read most of this thread but would like to clarify.... My 2001 325i sport saloon only has one key. (don't ask).... If I were to buy a suitable used key from an auction website AND a new blank key with no electronics can I have the blade cut to match the original, then simply put the electronic components from the random used key into the new freshly cut one then follow the on/off press/hold press three times etc etc. in a nutshelll will this work, or is it best to give my BMW dealer £125 and have him do it??? Ultima Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Beemer330i Posted March 1, 2011 Report Share Posted March 1, 2011 Well despite trying the variations of the reprogramming method I have had no luck. the remote still does not work. Any suggestions? is this because I only have the one key? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Anarky187 Posted March 31, 2011 Report Share Posted March 31, 2011 Got to say this is a quality topic well posted you have saved me £120 for a new battery. I spoke to someone at BMW and they gave me wrong instructions Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Beemer330i Posted March 31, 2011 Report Share Posted March 31, 2011 Unfortunately this still hasnt worked for me Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bobdisk Posted April 1, 2011 Report Share Posted April 1, 2011 (edited) From what I know, a transponder chip for the immobiliser from a used key belonging to one car cannot be recoded to a different car, they are program once only devices. So if you get a new blank key with a new unused transponder, that should be programmable. But, a used remote might be reprogrammable. An independant should be able to advise/do it for a lot less ££ than a main stealer. See my earlier post 102. Edited April 1, 2011 by bobdisk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
milldozer Posted April 6, 2011 Report Share Posted April 6, 2011 (edited) Hi there was readfing your post, wondered whether or not you knew whether the battery in fobs need replacing or just recharging and how? Also, sorry to be a nuisance but was wondering whether you might perhaps know why mine just keeps locking when trying this process any help that you might offer would be of great assistance. Thanks Edited April 6, 2011 by milldozer Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Daz 330 Cs Posted April 6, 2011 Report Share Posted April 6, 2011 Hi there was readfing your post, wondered whether or not you knew whether the battery in fobs need replacing or just recharging and how? Also, sorry to be a nuissancw but was wondering whether you might perhaps know why mine just keeps locking when trying this process any help that you might offer would be of great assistance. Thanks Welcome to the Forum Fella, what sort of problems are you having ? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Daz 330 Cs Posted April 6, 2011 Report Share Posted April 6, 2011 I've stickied this as well as it's a question that gets asked a fair bit Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Miss Vee Posted May 10, 2011 Report Share Posted May 10, 2011 Thanks so much for this invaluable advice! My uncle managed to bugger up my key (I think he opened the car by using the key in the lock and not using the fob!) and I was very worried I was going to have to go to a main stealer (love that phrase, have only just heard it!) to sort it out. As I type, my other fob (which gave up the ghost about 3 months ago) is sat on top of my toothbrush charger, so hopefully it'll work and I'll be able to programme that too. Thanks again - brilliant advice. Miss Vee :-) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Matt_S Posted May 10, 2011 Report Share Posted May 10, 2011 (edited) Well, Ive just bought a new blade/fob and a new blade/fob with internals so I have two shiny new keys Just got to get the buggers cut! Edited May 10, 2011 by Matt_S Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
C_4SAD Posted May 11, 2011 Report Share Posted May 11, 2011 Used this last night after my son managed to mess the key up (think it pressed on the buttons or something when playing wit them...he's only 15 months, so thought it was a teething toy!). Really helpful and saved me manually locking the car (something I've never had to do on cars, so seemed weird!) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Matt_S Posted May 11, 2011 Report Share Posted May 11, 2011 Ok, question. I'm at the cutters now and he's told me that the immobiliser part will need to be done by the stealer. Will this process do both the remote function and the immobiliser? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
318ci Posted May 12, 2011 Report Share Posted May 12, 2011 Ok, question. I'm at the cutters now and he's told me that the immobiliser part will need to be done by the stealer. Will this process do both the remote function and the immobiliser? i may be wrong but i think u can only get keys from the dealers, non dealer keys may work once but something to do with a rolling immobiliser code means that only bmw keys will work but im sure someone more knowledgable will be along to tell u shortly let us know how u get on Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bobdisk Posted May 13, 2011 Report Share Posted May 13, 2011 (edited) The remote lock and immobiliser are 2 separate systems, so I think that a new unused remote can be activated following the instuctions given, but the immobiliser is for someone with the appropriate computerised diagnostics, ie, main stealer (lovely expression, and usually accurate!! !!) or a good indie (independant specialist in a single make). Again, it has to be a virgin. You can find one by googling "bmw independant (your area)" Theres bound to be one who can do it at a fraction of a main stealers cost. I am not sure a toothbrush charger will work, it and the key are electronically different systems, although the end result is similar. Edited May 13, 2011 by bobdisk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ian.H Posted May 26, 2011 Report Share Posted May 26, 2011 Hi lads.. For some unknown reason, my key just stopped working today. I thought maybe the battery was knackered, although I do rotate the 2 keys I have regularly.. so I tried the spare to no avail too. I've tried the suggested method (turn ignition on / off, hold down unlock, press lock 3 times) but this yields no results, with either key. Does anyone have any further ideas on what may be the issue here? Cheers.. Ian Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheMonster1975 Posted June 22, 2011 Report Share Posted June 22, 2011 Genius, i have been phoning around dealers and warrantys and they were no help , you've also saved me around £200 and alot of hassle, Thanks again Thought this might come in handy as a DIY for someone as some companys charge to do this! - Sit in the car with all the doors shut and windows up with your key fobs (all your fobs need to be done at the same time) - With one of your keys turn the ignition on then off and remove the key - Press and hold the unlock botton and then press the lock button 3 times. - Release all buttons and the locks will bounce up and down. - Repeat this with the other key/keys (press and hold unlock and press lock 3 times, locks will bounce) Note: Only switch your ignition on once, doing so again while programming will reset the process and you will have to start again. Hope this helps Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
beamer323 Posted October 19, 2011 Report Share Posted October 19, 2011 dont know if anyone can help but i have done this to my own car and the locks go up and down but the key still don't work anyone know why Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
beamer323 Posted October 25, 2011 Report Share Posted October 25, 2011 just after posing this i desided to try open the key in the end i ended up getting a screw driver and a hammer to open it not reccomended as these are a sealed unit and the battery is not replaceable as its attached to the the board its self no way of getting it off with out breaking it away Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RickyZ Posted October 26, 2011 Report Share Posted October 26, 2011 just after posing this i desided to try open the key in the end i ended up getting a screw driver and a hammer to open it not reccomended as these are a sealed unit and the battery is not replaceable as its attached to the the board its self no way of getting it off with out breaking it away Not 100% true, diamond shape keys yes but the very early keys, ie non diamond shape have removal batteries. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CliffThomson Posted October 26, 2011 Report Share Posted October 26, 2011 Replacing the battery is easy, fleabay for a V2020 or VR2020 battery (amazon also sell them) Solder in place. NOTE....taking the key apart, use a stanley knife. To put back together, superglue, or in my case a hot glue gun. Works well. C. just after posing this i desided to try open the key in the end i ended up getting a screw driver and a hammer to open it not reccomended as these are a sealed unit and the battery is not replaceable as its attached to the the board its self no way of getting it off with out breaking it away Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
beamer323 Posted October 26, 2011 Report Share Posted October 26, 2011 Replacing the battery is easy, fleabay for a V2020 or VR2020 battery (amazon also sell them) Solder in place. NOTE....taking the key apart, use a stanley knife. To put back together, superglue, or in my case a hot glue gun. Works well. C. right might have a go at this put today i tested it on a remote tester thing lol and it shows its sending signal out like so dont have a clue should work Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
manselle4692 Posted November 4, 2011 Report Share Posted November 4, 2011 Thought this might come in handy as a DIY for someone as some companys charge to do this! - Sit in the car with all the doors shut and windows up with your key fobs (all your fobs need to be done at the same time) - With one of your keys turn the ignition on then off and remove the key - Press and hold the unlock botton and then press the lock button 3 times. - Release all buttons and the locks will bounce up and down. - Repeat this with the other key/keys (press and hold unlock and press lock 3 times, locks will bounce) Note: Only switch your ignition on once, doing so again while programming will reset the process and you will have to start again. Hope this helps Hi saw your post completely by chance and thought "sweet I got a key out of 2 that dont work" guess what? I now got 2 that dont work lol. I have absolutly no idea what I have done wrong I even took the laptop to the car so as to make sure of following instructions to the T and no luck have I read it wrong? Any help will save me a kick in the knackers as the key that now no longer works is the missus whoops!! Thank guys Wayne Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bobdisk Posted November 6, 2011 Report Share Posted November 6, 2011 right might have a go at this put today i tested it on a remote tester thing lol and it shows its sending signal out like so dont have a clue should work What do you use as a remote tester thing? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
