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How To Generate BMW Key Using Autel MaxiIM IM508S?

Autel MaxiIM IM508S automotive key programming tool comes with the XP200 key programmer, which is capable of providing extraordinary service functions for the immobilizer system.

Here, we provide the use case of Autel MaxiIM IM508S + XP200 key programmer to generate BMW keys.

The car key uses the 314MHz BMW universal key to generate new keys for the 2018 BMW 8 Series cars. Auto mechanics need Autel IM508S Key Fob Programming Tool + Autel XP200 Key Programmer.

Connect Autel IM508S and XP200 key programmer using USB cable

Press the start button to open the IM508S key programmer

The Auel XP200 indicator light is green, indicating that the device is communicating normally.

Autel IM508S generates BMW keys

Click on Universal Key on the main menu to start the key generation process

Accept the disclaimer and click on Universal Key Generation >> Europe >> BMW >> By Model >> 8 Series >> 2018 >> BMW 8 Series 2017-2020 (314.00 MHz FSK, ID49)

Autel IM508S generates BMW keys

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Insert an Autel Ikey for BMW into the Autel XP200

Select "Generate Universal Key"

Autel IM508S generates BMW keys

Key generation is fast and perfect.

Autel IM508S generates BMW keys

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