2000 BMW M5
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Q: What is a remote head key?

A remote head key is the type of key your 2000 BMW M5 uses. It contains a programmed transponder that communicates with your vehicle immobilizer module to verify it is an authorized key before the engine will start. It also has 3 buttons for remote lock, unlock, and other functions depending on your trim. Without proper programming to your BMW CAS or FEM module, even a perfectly cut key will not start your vehicle because the security system will reject it.

Q: How much does the BMW dealer charge vs a locksmith?

BMW dealers typically charge between 400 and 800 for a key replacement. That breaks down to roughly 250 to 500 for the fob and 150 to 220 for programming labor, with some dealers adding a separate diagnostic or deactivation charge on top. One X3 owner was quoted over 700 at one dealer and 485 out the door at another. A California 3 Series owner faced 580 for the key plus 200 for coding, nearly 840 before tax. A mobile locksmith like EZ Car Keyz handles the same job for a fraction of that. Your 2000 BMW M5 remote head key runs 185 with us, fully programmed and tested on site.

Q: What is the FCC ID for the 2000 BMW M5 key?

The FCC ID is LX8FZV. This is the identifier printed on the back of your key fob that tells us exactly which key your vehicle requires. It ensures we match the correct blank, the correct chip frequency, and the correct remote protocol so the key programs correctly on the first attempt. If you are comparing prices or shopping for a key online, the FCC ID is how you verify you are getting the right part for your specific BMW.

Q: Do you offer a warranty on the key?

Yes. Every key we make comes with a warranty covering both the hardware and the programming. If anything goes wrong with the key, we stand behind it. BMW techs on forums warn that cheap Amazon keys are unreliable and that many locksmiths refuse to program them because of high failure rates. One owner paid 600 for a dealer key and complained it felt cheap and plastic with visible seam lines. When you go with EZ Car Keyz, the key is tested on the spot and if there is ever an issue, we take care of it.

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He was at the craft brewery in Goleta when he realized his jacket was gone from the back of his chair. Keys, wallet, phone. He borrowed the bartender's phone and called the police, then his wife, then me.

His 2000 BMW M5 was in the lot with zero keys. The BMW dealer told his wife it would be 4 to 5 business days, the car needed to be towed in, and they recommended reprogramming the full immobilizer since the stolen key could still open the doors. Estimate was over $900.

I got there within the hour. All-keys-lost means I wipe the key data from the FEM module so the stolen fob is electronically dead. I used my IM608 to access the FEM, clear old key slots, and register two new fobs from scratch. His smart key, FCC ID LX8FZV, was a 3-button proximity fob on the F-series platform. I decoded the lock, cut the blade, and had both fobs working before his wife arrived to pick him up.

He drove his BMW home that night with two working fobs. Total was 185. The dealer estimated 395 plus a tow and nearly a week without the car. The stolen fob is electronically dead now. Once the key memory is wiped, the old fob is just a piece of plastic with a dead battery.

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“I lost my key and called EZ Car Keyz. Marco was great. He arrived quickly, explained everything clearly, and kept me informed throughout the entire process. The service was fast, professional, and fairly priced.”

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“My car keys were stolen on a cold evening and Nick drove all the way out to Santa Barbara. He got into my car, made a new key, and charged $100 less than another company. Friendly, skilled, trustworthy, and genuinely caring. Nick is a hero.”

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2000 BMW M5 Pricing Questions

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Why is BMW key replacement so expensive?▼

BMW keys use 128-bit encryption written to multiple modules including the CAS, FEM, or BDC and the DME. Each key is VIN-specific and must be synchronized with your vehicle security system before the engine will start. Newer BMWs with FEM or BDC modules require even more complex procedures including ISN extraction from the engine computer. That is why BMW dealers can quote 500 to 800 for a single key. The security technology is real, but the dealer markup on top of it does not have to be.

What is a remote head key?▼

How much does the BMW dealer charge vs a locksmith?▼

What is the FCC ID for the 2000 BMW M5 key?▼

Do you offer a warranty on the key?▼

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