Q: Old AND Brand new BMW keys will not link work to unlock, etc. What would be my next option?
Recently purchased vehicle and key didn't work. Ordered a new key directly from BMW, and when the dealership tried to "sync" the key-no luck. They of course suggested me making a service appointment (of course), but I thought I'd ask here.
Thanks.
Chris
My car has 31000 miles.
My car has an automatic transmission.
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