Key Fob won't lock in slot, Key Error light Code - BMW 3-Series (E90 E92) Forum

alexortiz20 · 06-11-2012, 08:44 PM

Hey guys I recently Bought a 08 328I and i have a problem The Fob wont stayed locked in the ignition I can insert it and push on it and start the car but it will bring up an error code and a slashed key light. So I've searched and found some stuff but not similar to my case And I don't have an Owners manual. It might be something simple but figured you guys could help!

triger716 · 06-11-2012, 09:41 PM

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Originally Posted by alexortiz20

Hey guys I recently Bought a 08 328I and i have a problem The Fob wont stayed locked in the ignition I can insert it and push on it and start the car but it will bring up an error code and a slashed key light. So I've searched and found some stuff but not similar to my case And I don't have an Owners manual. It might be something simple but figured you guys could help!

Do you have comfort access? (If you're not sure does your front door handles have a spot on top with ridges on them?)

dontburndapig · 06-11-2012, 09:59 PM

Hey Alex, go to www.bmwusa.com and create an account using your VIN. Upon sign in, you can download a free copy of your User Manual.

However, this will not solve your key fob problem...but at least you will have your manual in .pdf...

alexortiz20 · 06-12-2012, 04:45 AM

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Originally Posted by triger716

Do you have comfort access? (If you're not sure does your front door handles have a spot on top with ridges on them?)

They do not.

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Originally Posted by dontburndapig

Hey Alex, go to www.bmwusa.com and create an account using your VIN. Upon sign in, you can download a free copy of your User Manual.

However, this will not solve your key fob problem...but at least you will have your manual in .pdf...

Thanks downloaded everything

Will@P · 06-12-2012, 10:01 AM

Sounds like you need a new key holder if the key won't lock in.

alexortiz20 · 06-12-2012, 01:05 PM

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Originally Posted by Will@PRS

Sounds like you need a new key holder if the key won't lock in.

Don't think so the locks are out and wont go in...

bmw325i · 06-12-2012, 01:11 PM

Mine has been doing this too lately but it doesn't happen all the time

Florida Boy · 06-12-2012, 01:17 PM

My 2006 had this happen the other day. There was a plastic little "door" that was pushed down incorrectly. So i could start the car and key could fall out and still drive. With same warning code. I took tiny pliers pulled the messed up door out and it locks in fine now. Good luck.

alexortiz20 · 06-12-2012, 07:17 PM

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Originally Posted by Florida Boy

My 2006 had this happen the other day. There was a plastic little "door" that was pushed down incorrectly. So i could start the car and key could fall out and still drive. With same warning code. I took tiny pliers pulled the messed up door out and it locks in fine now. Good luck.

hahaha Yeah just did that too and came here to put my results, thanks tho guys!

Bimmerlover76 · 06-13-2012, 10:20 AM

It won't stay in? Maybe it needs some porn.

06-11-2012, 08:44 PM	#1
alexortiz20 New Member Drives: 2008 328I Join Date: May 2012 Location: Watertown, NY Posts: 16 iTrader: (0)	Key Fob won't lock in slot, Key Error light Code Hey guys I recently Bought a 08 328I and i have a problem The Fob wont stayed locked in the ignition I can insert it and push on it and start the car but it will bring up an error code and a slashed key light. So I've searched and found some stuff but not similar to my case And I don't have an Owners manual. It might be something simple but figured you guys could help!
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06-11-2012, 09:59 PM	#3
dontburndapig Private First Class Drives: 2011 E90 335i Sp/Pr/Ppk Join Date: Jan 2012 Location: Puerto Rico Posts: 129 iTrader: (0)	Hey Alex, go to www.bmwusa.com and create an account using your VIN. Upon sign in, you can download a free copy of your User Manual. However, this will not solve your key fob problem...but at least you will have your manual in .pdf...

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Will@P Lieutenant Drives: M5 Join Date: May 2012 Location: Sanford, FL. Posts: 456 iTrader: (0)	Sounds like you need a new key holder if the key won't lock in.

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bmw325i Lieutenant Colonel Drives: 2006 BMW 325i Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: United States Posts: 1,712 iTrader: (4)	Mine has been doing this too lately but it doesn't happen all the time

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Florida Boy Lieutenant Drives: TiAg 325i, oem style 359m Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Orlando Posts: 575 iTrader: (6)	My 2006 had this happen the other day. There was a plastic little "door" that was pushed down incorrectly. So i could start the car and key could fall out and still drive. With same warning code. I took tiny pliers pulled the messed up door out and it locks in fine now. Good luck.

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Bimmerlover76 Lieutenant Drives: 2009 335i Coupe Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: Kalamazoo, MI Posts: 596 iTrader: (0)	It won't stay in? Maybe it needs some porn.