BMW F30 Key Ignition Keychain Remote Control 51217206094

Used key – requires programming

The key requires programming (coding) by a specialist to be fully functional. BMW F30 Key Ignition Keychain Remote Control is an original component from the Electronic control modules and controllers group, designed for the access and ignition system of the BMW F30 series. It serves as an ideal base for repair, regeneration, or sourcing electronic components in professional service centers and workshops specializing in the BMW brand. Thanks to its factory design, it ensures full compatibility with the vehicle's electrical architecture after proper preparation and programming.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7268293
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: For parts or not working
• OEM Part Number: 7268293
• Substitutable numbers: 51217268293, 7268293, 51217206094, 7206094
• Category: ECUs & Computer Modules

Purpose and function in the vehicle

The presented key ignition keychain remote control works with the comfort system and the security system of the BMW vehicle. As an electronic component, it is responsible for:

• operating remote locking and unlocking of doors,
• integration with the ignition and engine start system,
• cooperation with control modules responsible for key authorization. Due to its design, which complies with BMW standards, it can be used as a donor for components or as an element for further electronic processing in specialized facilities.

Technical characteristics and product group

The key belongs to the Electronic control modules and controllers group, which means it is part of the vehicle's comfort and safety management system. In practice:

• it contains an electronic circuit designed to work with the BMW installation,
• it may have assigned interchangeable numbers, facilitating selection within the same component family,
• it is compatible with programming procedures used in service centers handling BMW electronics. For workshops dealing with automotive electronics, it represents a valuable source of parts and a starting point for repairing the key and ignition system in F-series vehicles.

Product condition and service application

The item is offered in for parts or not working condition, which means it is recommended primarily for service or diagnostic purposes, or as a donor for sub-assemblies. This product status is particularly useful for:

• automotive electronics technicians regenerating key and controller systems,
• workshops specializing in restoring immobilizer functions,
• companies involved in professional programming and cloning of BMW keys. Before installation in a vehicle, verification, potential repair, and appropriate programming in accordance with the manufacturer's procedures and the specific equipment of the given BMW F30 unit are necessary.

Benefits of choosing original BMW electronics

Choosing an original BMW key ignition keychain allows for maintaining consistency with the vehicle's factory electrical architecture. For the user and the service center, this means, among other things:

• easier matching with existing control modules,
• maintaining compatibility with vehicle software after proper coding,
• the possibility of using parts in regeneration processes, which lowers repair costs compared to purchasing new components. This approach is both economically and technically advantageous, especially in the case of advanced electronic systems used in modern BMW models. If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the comfort and security electronics area in your BMW and need other elements from the same group, such as comfort modules, central locking controllers, or other remote controls, check the available parts in the BMW Electronic control modules and controllers category.

Substantive support and operational aspects

When working with used electronic components, it is worth considering both technical issues and long-term vehicle operation. A good supplement to service knowledge may be reading an article describing how original components influence the character and quality of driving a premium class car – you can find more on this topic in the material Audi and emotions in their purest form. How do used parts help maintain the brand's DNA?. For conscious users and workshops, the environmental aspect is also important. Using original used electronic elements, such as keys and control modules, reduces waste and decreases the demand for the production of new parts – this topic is discussed more broadly in the article Sustainable automotive: How does buying original used parts reduce the carbon footprint and protect the environment?.