BMW Key Coding

BMW ZKE remote coding

FZV keys

The initialization of the FZV keys is required to establish the Lock/Unlock signal synchronization with the GM. The initialization procedure provides the GM with a key identification number and a "rolling code" for each key. If the initialization is not performed, the GM will not respond to the key signals.

Up to 4 remote keys can be initialized. They must be initialized at the same time. Key initialization is only possible with the vehicle unlocked.

NOTE: The key memory function of the GM responds to the key identification number of each key. If the keys are not initialized in the same order prior to initialization, the key memory functions activated by the keys will not be assigned correctly. Always initialize the keys in the same order.

Key coding in CAS/EWS modules

CAS = Car Access System

EWS = Elektronische Wegfahrsperre (electronic immobilizer)

Maximum 10 keys (both EWS,CAS). Keys can be enabled/disabled via diagnostics.

Personalisation numbers stored in CAS, can be changed by diagnostics