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Originally Posted by themoth
I just bought a 2004 4.4i X5 and the key never worked to unlock with the button or to lock the car. I have called the dealer and they want me to bring it in to check the electrical. The car starts fine with the key but it appears the battery in the key is dead or not getting charged. BMW is telling me that the key should never need a new battery? is this true? Has anyone had this happen to them and if so what was the solution? thanks  |
I had the same problem as you a few weeks ago. One of my keys just died but I was able to open the doors and start the X5 with the key. I even tried reprogramming the key and still did not work. Then I took it to a BMW dealer and the same thing (You should bring all your keys when going to the dealer). I had 2 techs try to reprogram the key and both came to the conclusion that the key wasn't charging. Had to buy a new key for $200 dollars.
Good luck!