How To Cut, Program, and Repair BMW Keys!!
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Is your BMW key dead? Or is it working intermittently? It happens to a lot of people because the rechargeable battery inside the key does not last forever. When this happens a lot of people try to cut the key open to replace that battery and they end up damaging the circuit board inside. That's what happened to me and I ended up having to buy a new key from the BMW dealer. Well I wish I had seen this video before I went through all that, because it would have saved me a bunch of money!
A viewer of mine named Ismail actually has a key making and fixing business and he came and hooked me up! He made me some flip keys and even fixed the bad diamond key on Black Savage. And he let me film it all for you guys!
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This video is for entertainment purposes only. 50sKid assumes no liability for any repairs or modifications performed by the viewer as a result of the information contained in this video.
I was searching online what to do if you lose your BMW key and came across this video, I used the phone number posted and contacted Ismail today and he came out the same day! He made a new key for my 2007 BMW Z4 as well as programmed the key fob.. AAA came out and could not get my car open. They tried to go through the window they tried for over 45 minutes until they finally gave up.. I told Ismail the story and he laughed and proceeded to show me how easy it was to get into my vehicle in less than five minutes he worked his magic and open the door through the keyhole with his tools! Oh , and he was very reasonable on price. Half of what I would have paid if I had BMW do it.. I highly recommend using the phone number if you need it!! Sunday, October 9 2019 yes he came on a Sunday 🤗
Hey Shannon, I'm curious which key you used. I have an e46 and I need a swivel key like 50s kid is using in this. Which fob did you buy?
Nathan Kemp I’m sorry I have no idea I had the guy from The video come out and he was the one who made the key for my car..
So may i ask WHATSHIS NUMBER please thanks you
Ijust cantover stand why would they say the link would be in the discretion BUT NOTHING smh
Sam Judah Phone number is in the link in the video ..
YOU JUST SAVED ME HELLA MONEY BRO I LOVE YOU! I honestly had no idea there was another piece in my key. I spent an hour freaking out pissed off thinking I would have to sleep at work. But A: I replaced my battery, and B: learned about the little black piece that fell out that I NEEDED to start my car. So I just threw it inside the diamond, put it all together, did the relearn procedure AND MY CAR STARTS AND THE DOORS LOCK/UNLOCK!! 🙏 I'm gonna go celebrate 🍾
I’ve made a few keys myself this summer and programmed them using the AK90 programmer.
One thing to mention is that you make sure you select the right chip in the dropdown menu on the right. If you choose the wrong chip, assign a key to a slot and write that hex file back to the EWS module you will brick it. There is a number on the chip inside the EWS module where you put the AK90 socket onto, it must match with what you select under EWS read/write.
Arno Bruynen , yes you are right but that rarely happens since in order to read the ews in the first place you ha e to choose the correct chip number. Still a very good note to anyone working with AK90
@@IsmailRidi maybe I missed this part, but is it the same process using a CAS module? Thanks.
@@CarlosEduardo-ci6iz Nope, CAS needs a different programmer with different process
What would I need to purchase to reprogram one and cut keys for a 01 320i e46
I need your services I need a nother key for my 2008 328i if you can send me your information William gleason
Thanks for the video. Went and saw Ismail 2 weeks ago. I purchased a key from Amazon and wanted him to cut and program for my car. When I got there it was the wrong key blade but lucky for me Ismail had a flip key I could use and the style I wanted. The whole process took less then 10 min and I was on my way. I have to say he's the real deal and I love my key. Thanks again.
Fantastic and simple advice. I have a 2015 X5 which came with a spare fob but would not operate the doors remotely. I opened the doors of the X5 with the working fob and returned it to the house. Once in the car with the spare fob, I held it to the steering column, where marked, started the engine, pressed down the unlock button and pressed the centre BMW button three times and CONFIGURED, the doors now lock and unlock using the spare. Thank you so very much for sharing this. George
Had a key cut by Ismail today. Very cool and nice person. Don't hesitate doing business with him.
Im in San Diego were can I find him
What is his number I got to get a key made asap
You guys should have your own show because you are fun to watch.
Hello 50s kid my name is Daniel Hernandez I like your style in the way you explain things I have a BMW 330ci I seen a lot of your videos and I learned a lot from you I'm not afraid of mechanicing I love doing it I just want to thank you for the good advice that you put out you're a good wrench !!!
Just had Ismael cut a new flip key for my E46 ..... he is very knowledgeable and does excellent work.....will totally recommend him.
How do we get in touch with him?
That is so awesome! The 'hold the unlock, then 1,2,3, go' worked for me to get my key, which wasn't working at all to work again. No replacements, no soldering, no battery replace, nothing. So cool. Thank you so much--what might have made it go unprogrammed in the first place though?
this is the BEST and most reliable method for reprogramming remote keys, especially for 2 keys! I tried all the others.
Thank you for making this video and putting the contact info in the description. I just called him and gonna have him make me a key for my 02 m3 next week! Can't wait to have a workin remote again. $368.90 is WAY too much for a car key! Again, thank you for this!
Awesome I love how this is 4 year old video but the homie is still hustling and helping the community with fast and hopefully fair pricing 😅
Programmed 2 new keys slot 5 and 6. All three started the car and remote worked. Then some how the two new ones lost their remote sync. re-synced with car and now only one new one remote works. Luckily all three start the car. Still researching. Thanks for the video
I have the AK 90 and taught myself to code the keys and get a local locksmith to cut them for me. Here in New Zealand we import a lot of BMW's from Japan all there keys are 2 button infra red, you can still use a diamond 3 button key and program it
Steve Martin how can I know which one I need? I have a 2009 335i
Any chance I could get in touch with you Steve? Im based in Auckland and would love some help with making a key for my 330ci.
Your videos are always on point. Thank you for all that you bring to the community.
You’re just way too intelligent for all of us I appreciate your video
How can I change the frequency on the four-button remote? I have one like the one you have in the video, but I haven't been able to change the frequency.
How do you program the remote with the newer BMW where there’s no key hole. Same but just hold key by the steering column ?
Great video. also, should I disconnect the negative terminal on the battery before removing the EWS?
Is he still available for cutting and coding because none of the contact information is working
And yes I've been working on my BMW and watching your videos you're awesome bro
hey man thank you for the video, do you know why my programer keep saying unknown key type?
Got the same thing, did you figure this out?
Hay this guy made ny key . 🔑 pretty neat seeing him on your channel . Thank you again Mr key man !
Hello i have a BMW E39 540iA 1996/6 model. And i have two old OEM keys the rectangular ones. I went to a locksmith to get a new diamond key coded and it worked remote, but we couldnt find the EWS-module so i said i wanna see my local shop to ask them to find it for us. I then realized after going home that maybe EWS on 1996 is located at passanger glovebox. So he programmed the locking/unlock only for the new diamond key, then my 2 OEM keys stopped working. He said maybe go to BMW. Today i found this video so i tried re-syncing my OEM keys in the sequence and it WORKED wonderful so now my orginal keys working again. And the new diamond key remote stopped working. Could it be if they are in the same slot? Or why cant i re-sync the diamond key in sequence after my OEM keys
50’s Kid, is it possible to change my car key system if i take the door lock, ignition key cylinder, tumbler and remote key sensor behind the glove box from another? I have a spare car i use for parts, both 325i. Is there something else that needs to be changed? Or can i just take the remote key sensor (dont really know the official name of this) so my remote locking will work? And can you make a video on troubleshooting the air conditioner system and common or likely fixes and maintenance videos, like gaskets, refilling freon, etc.?
This is an awesome video! Thank you for taking the time to include all the goo details! However, I have a question for @IsMailRidi. I've watched a lot of videos of people adding keys to EWS3 and EWS4 systems. Your video is the first one I've watched that writes back to the EWS MCU after a new key slot has been used. All the other videos just put the EWS back in the car and use the new key and start the car (seems like it always works - I'm not so sure that's true). I guess that left me thinking that the new key, the EWS and the DME go through some synchronizing process once the new key is inserted into the ignition. But I don't know that to be fact. After watching this video, I'm confused. I'm scared to death of writing back to the EWS after generating a new key without knowing the details. I've got a job coming up this week where a guy with a 1999 E36 (I believe it's EWS2) wants two new spare keys. I've never done one of these before and now I don't know if I should generate a key to an unused slot and then write back to the EWS or just generate the key and hope it works. Any insights will be both helpful and greatly appreciated. I surely don't want to brick this guy's EWS because I'm uncertain how to proceed. Thanks!
If You use a new, blank, unused EWS position then there is no need to write the EWS data back to the EWS module. Because it has not been assigned to the key ID so far.
BUT! If You use an already used position... #1 for example is always used then You HAVE TO write the EWS data back to the EWS module because key ID changed to the ID of the new (just programmed) key.
@@DavidRain007 Great stuff - thanks for that information. I ended up programming the two keys to unused slots and they worked fine. I didn't write back to the EWS module. Customer was happy and I was relieved! 😅
@@bobhutchins557 This is always the safest way.
But if You want to for example disable the lost keys.... then You will need to write back... and the AK90 clamp really is NOT the most reliable adapter I've seen .... scary
Hey Kid. Thanks for this video. I was able to fix my original remote by soldering in the battery as explained by your buddy. So happy to have a working remote again.
nice!
great video. I did fix one of the x5 Key cut open but the issue is not able to get the correct rechargeable battery. Would you be able to share the link for the battery ?
Great video tutorial, excellent information. Can you say what Ismail chargers to program and cut a key?
Hey i am new to the bmw thing. my question is without the coding, would you be able to pair a new key to the car and for the car to start? or coding have to be done first for the car to recognize the fob to start?
11:38 when you say “board might not be working” is that from the key fob - 2009 bmw e90. Car wont unlock but it does start… any solutions? Thanks
Awesome video learned a lot and was able to program a2 keys. but for some reason i can only get one key to open and close my doors. the second one wont program to unlock, i even put new batteries and still not working. you guys have any idea why my 2nd key wont program to unlock?
After repairing a diamond key, like in the video, what do use suggest to seal it back up? Thanks, and great video,...as always. TC
Great video now I can replace my e46 battery and now I need to find another video to do a copy key for my e90. Thank you keep the good work.
miguel pena pena , i can make e90 keys hopefully i will be able to make a video for that soon
Great video.
It would awesome if you could a video on how to program a EWS with AK90+.
I got an issue when starting, when i remove and fix EWS it works, i am thinking issue is with EWS.
What spray would you buy to get conformal coating on the circuit board off? Great video, thanks for posting.
man i keep this car only because of your support, not sure i am so happy now when i must replace the rings :) (247,0000 KM)
Sooooo... ive watched this and a few other vids but no one has actually STARTED the car! I can get the security and locks to work but the car does not start... please enlighten me!
Can you put a link to the replacement battery please
Fantastic video. So informative. The one fact I didn't know about programming multiple keys Ishmael said.
50’s Kid, can you make a video on troubleshooting the air conditioner system and common or likely fixes and maintenance videos, like gaskets, refilling freon, etc?
Can you apply something on the chip legs after you scrape them to protect them again against moisture ? Or it is not that important? Thank you !
When I bought this BMW it came w just one key. It was run over yesterday by lawnmower. Soo.. any suggestions what I'm to do? Located in Virginia. Thanks in advance for any help
#That50skid hey man so I had a question so say I have to replace my ews cuz its been damaged and I have a new key that needs programed. Would I have to reprogram my ecu to the new ews and then program the key to the ews? Or would the new ews just be a plug in play kind of thing leaving me to just have to program the key to the ews? Do you have any info on that kind of thing? Thank you so much in advance!!
Will the flip key work with an EWS 3? I need to get a copy of my diamond key. I ordered an AK90 and waiting on it and I'd rather have that style.
Battery tabs are WELDED on, not soldered. The terminal ends are solderable, but the battery itself is not, unless you file off the coating.
Does the trunk button on the new key work right away as well after you program it?
or do you have to hold the unlock button and hit the trunk button 3 times to get it to work?
hey how u doing i wanted to know if theirs anyways u can tell me where the codes p0339 n p0336 r located theyre both crankshaft sensor can u make a short video plz i will greaty appreciate it
I have a Question … I have a 2003 bmw key the one the end of the video with that battery. But my circuit is broken due to open it. Can i buy a new circuit and sync it with my car ? I have found one for 16 dollars … ?
What's the typical charge for ak90 related bmw key? And what's the charge for CAS type system. Let's say CAS3 AND CAS4 and FEM if you do those that is
so I bought this AK90 , does this work on a CAS module as well?
I have 2001 530 I am having problems with the key the trunk won't open and the door locks and it does not beep would you be able to repair this problem?
Love your videos man, always keep up the good work.
Great video! I picked up an F Series key, got it to pair, however it won't start my car. Locks and unlocks, but will not start the car. Thoughts? When i put it in the Ak90, it reads it fine. Did miss something? Does the transmitter need to be in a special spot inside the F series FOB? Thanks!!
hi, great video. Congratulations. I just bought the machine and the key. Is it absolutely necessary to dump the information back into the ews? If I encode a new key using the slot assigned to an old key that I no longer have, would it not be necessary to save the data in the ews? Thank you
Do u know from his video and making the purchase of machine how to make a key without having original? Lost my key and no where close to home. I NEED HELP, ASAP
What do you suggest if I continue to get “please read ak90 key first” and it shows everything downloaded successfully and the driver and I’ve tried to change the port which is on three but still not able to read?
Interesting topic. On a similar note, I would like to install a pager alarm in my impreza and was looking for a tidy solution. Is there a way to make the all-in-one key? Like, taking an aftermarket alarm system and moving the immobilizer and actual key from oem key in to aftermarket one, that came with alarm system. Do these things exist, or do we still have to carry a bunch or keys end remotes?
Nice video but how do you program a key if you have a start/stop button?
I have a 2012 F11 were it say "low battery" and when I put a new battery in it takes about 2-3 month and it says "low battery" again.
I still use it but some times it says "no key" and I can't start unless I lock and unlock a couple of times and it has been like this for 5 years.
how much to do this, 05 mini, my ak90 keeps saying wright error no matter what i do, even changed the tumbler and ews, cranks but no start
A 2009 335i uses a cas module, so the ak90+ can’t be used on that. Any options other than the ak300+ for making a key with a cas module?
I assume you are still making keys today. Have you noticed the mileage when new pcf is written is different to the ews that was read.
This is good stuff. I am waiting on my replacement batteries hopefully this week. I read on some other posts that the programming cycle was 5 clicks into the on position, then 3 button presses when holding unlock. It didn't do anything, so I'm guessing the battery is properly dead. Which ignition position did you leave the key in for a few seconds?
Will this work on an E60 2004 (think it's a CAS2 system, as the keys are 868mhz) so probably don't need the AK90+ as that'll only program EWS. CAS keys are programmed this way I assume or am I wrong?
Hello nice video. Could you please clear some mistery under my new key
programming issue. So i read EWS with AK90+ but VIN number on dump file
doesint match with my cars... Its says WBAFL_9280OZ35CA5 that space
after letter "L" doesint look as a full VIN refering to "_" sign.. And
if i ignor that "_" still my cars VIN is different... COuld it mean that
EWS is not from this car or is it a bad DUMP?
When iwrited new key and TESTED key i get fron info on it.. VIN/ Milage / serial number..
Thank you
Hi I have an 2004 330i zhp and it won’t turn on it just stopped running I would appreciate it if you could let me know what you think could be the problem thank you and hope to hear from you
Hi William, please contact me at 949 491 3422
Hi thanks for your video, can ak90+ reprogram an e90 2006 key?
Hi where can i find the code for cutting the key?
what cutter and key holder used on key cut machine
Great video just what the doctor ordered. My key was jacked up by the previous owner and I have been trying to figure out why the buttons aren't working. I guess Its time for a new key.
Does it matter which type of transponder it is? The sellers usually list ID44 but how do I know what the genuine key has? Or does it not matter as long as its one of the three types listed for E46?
Do you think it's game over for the circuit board in the E46 fob if you damage the squiggly line near the bottom (one of my friends though that might be the antenna for transmission)?
Just a quick question. Where do you get the black chip from? from the old key, or it comes with the aftermarket key. Thanks in advance.
Ahmad Zuqlam it comes with the aftermarket key
thank you, your video is very useful,and very detailed in explaining starting from the key program,measuring the key to the remote program 😁🙏
Enjoyed watching the Video, we currently have a starting issue with a Bmw 118d E87, apparently we need to re code the Immobiliser.
I just did this on my 04 E46, got two cheap Chinese keys, but now my original key, on slot 2 and one of the Chinese ones don’t work (no crank,no start) At first I wrote the two Chinese keys to a used slot 1(didn’t write to EWS) only original key worked afterwards. Then I wrote the two Chinese keys to unused slot 4 & wrote to EWS, now only one Chinese key works?
Any ideas? Thanks
Brother thank u for video
Is there on key maker brother in Plano Tx or Dallas Texas
Plz let me know thank u
Quick question. If I have a BMW car key that belong to another BMW car, can I turn it for my own BMW car?
Hi. If i lost all my e46 keys. how to at least find a code or some way to let them cut a key for me to open the doors and unlock my steering wheel?
hey I have a non remote key which the ak90 reads as a ews 2 , so my remote key will have to be a ews2 or ews3 ?
Is he still available for this in southern california? My issue is that the whole key and fob are lost...
@7:00 best advice period. shitty key opened up and the chip went mia had to bring out the Dyson and pull the seats only found it by luck
I tried loading the AK 90 software on a computer with XP - would not load. At last when to windows 10 and had no problems. Another problem was the cable connecting the AK90 to the chip on the ESW3 board didn't have a "Dot". Solution: Find the arrow on the inside of the cable, while looking at the inside of the cable, place the dot on the outside of the cable 90 degrees counterclockwise from the arrow. Check: when the cable is attached to the EWS3, the arrow should be pointing to the inside of the board. Oh, one more thing: I had some difficulty getting a good connection between cable and the chip. Solution: I trimmed the white covering on the connector - it was overlapping the connector on the corners and not allowing the connector to fit snuggly on the chip.
2002 BMW X-5 Diamond key is dead can you fix? I tried new battery but cannot solder contacts.
Awesome video guys, thanks a lot and I wish you all the best!
I could not find anybody where I live make me a key fob for my convertible 2004 BMW it suck and I see you guys doing this I can find anyone I have to drive to California to get this done
can my 2003 e46 key is bad, primary key having starting issue, but 2nd key works but takes 3 sec wait in ready before starting the car.
primary key works intermittently, some time it works but sometime cranks but no start.
2nd key works but not instantly turns. I have to wait 3 sec in the starting position and turns the engine. but still take few turns and starts.
so far I have changed fuel pump, pressure check w/o no leak fuel pressure, fuel filter and all crank and camshaft sensors.
That sounds like something else. If your key is bad, the engine will not turn over ever. You will turn the key to the start position and nothing will happen, just like if your battery is completely dead. Not even a clicking sound.
Ok So I have lost the keys to my 2004 330xi. How do I get another key for my car?
Hi,
I want to try this obviously I need to remove the EWS module in my car, would this require me to disconnect the battery in the car Before the EWS box is removed?
Darren Delahunty there is no need to disconnect your battery
What’s the success rate of the AK90 am fed up of the dealers ripping you off and what about transponders used
Very cool to see! Thanks Jason and Ismail!
awesome, the best DIY video ever
Hep when I do the hold unlock and then click lock 3 times then my other remote buttons don’t work
Watch the video again. He addressed this.
Great video. What is the diameter of the endmill used for cutting these keys? Is it 2mm?
Basic clear nail polish would be perfect for re-coating those connections. You can find it being used to successfuly seal/waterproof various basic electronics around the web and the TH-cams.
I got a 2003 745li i reset my dash after repair and now my door unlock button wont work , can you help me out ??!! Thanks
For what it's worth; the previous owner of my 2007 BMW X3 M Sport 3.0si tried to change the battery in his primary key and failed. It still unlocks the driver's door and starts the car. So does the plastic emergency key I found in the glove box. I'm the only one driving it so I don't loose any presets.
I have the ability to solder in a new battery but I don't even want to do that when it's only the remote lock/unlock that is affected.
I don't find it a hassle to just walk up to the car and unlock the door. I won't be spending $200 with BMW if that is all that is a problem.
cheers
Boots Langley
La Mesa, Ca
Does the programmer come with all the software or are there extra cost to get it?
Hello,
Do you have a video or guide that shows the ports to solder on a Cas 2 using the AK 90
How do we get in touch with programmer? Thanks!
Great video, guys! I have the 315 MHz diamond key. Can I switch to the new flip FOB and program some new flip keys in the same way with the AK90? If so, can you post a link to a good flip FOB? Thanks!