Digital Key Considerations: BMW

I-CAR · December 10, 2025 · BMW

Summary

This article outlines BMW's digital key and key card systems, highlighting the requirements for handling and servicing these components. Notably, if a UWB-enabled remote control receiver is replaced, it must be re-paired with the other receivers using a diagnostic scan tool and a secure token.

What to do on the job

Re-pair any replaced UWB-enabled remote control receiver with the other receivers using a secure token via the diagnostic system, and perform necessary initializations and function tests.

How to use it

Use this document to justify diagnostic scan tool time and labor for re-pairing and initializing remote-control receivers after replacement. It also supports the proper handling protocols for BMW Service Cards during the repair process, ensuring they are deactivated before being returned to storage.

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