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November 1, 2018 Service bulletin

Comfort access and passive go do not work after replacing a remote key.

BMW technical service bulletin B661618 for 2018 BMW X3, 2017-2018 BMW 530I and 2016-2017 BMW 750LI and others.

Bulletin number
B661618
Component
Equipment
Summary
COMFORT ACCESS AND PASSIVE GO DO NOT WORK AFTER REPLACING A REMOTE KEY. Note: This situation only affects the listed vehicles with a factory I-level lower than 18-03-XXX. After teaching in a new replacement radio remote key (aka radio-operated key), Comfort Access keyless entry and Passive Go (aka Convenience Starting) are no longer possible. However, it is possible to start the engine by holding the new key to the ring antenna at the right side of the steering column. CAUSE Software error in the remote key, and/or the Display Key where applicable.

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