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Does your BMW car radio ask for a code after a battery change or power interruption? Below you’ll find guidance on finding your serial number, entering the code and answers to questions specific to BMW.

BMW by generation

E46(1998-2005)
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The BMW 3 Series E46 (1998-2005) has a Business CD or Professional radio with a 4-digit security code. Here's how to read the serial number via service mode, enter the code and resolve the lockout.

E87(2004-2011)
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The BMW 1 Series E87 (2004-2011) has a Business CD or Professional radio with a 4-digit security code. Here's how to read off the serial number, enter the code and resolve a lockout.

E90(2005-2011)
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The BMW 3 Series E90 (2005-2011) has either a Business CD with a 4-digit code, or a CCC/CIC iDrive system without a code. Read on to find out which system you have and how to recover or enter the code.

E60(2003-2010)
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The BMW 5 Series E60 (2003-2010) has either a Business CD with a 4-digit code, or a CCC iDrive navigation system without a traditional code. Read how to identify your system and retrieve the code.

E83(2003-2010)
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The BMW X3 E83 (2003-2010) comes standard with an Alpine Business CD featuring a 4-digit security code. Learn how to read the serial number via the M-button service mode and enter the code correctly.

All BMW models

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Frequently asked questions about BMW radio codes

Why is my BMW asking for a radio code?▾
The anti-theft protection of your BMW car radio activates automatically whenever the power supply is interrupted, for example after a battery change. You need the original security code to unlock the radio.
Where do I find the serial number of my BMW radio?▾
The serial number is on a sticker on the side or back of the radio unit. You usually need to slide the radio out briefly to see it. The number consists of a series of letters and digits.
How do I enter the radio code on my BMW?▾
Switch on the ignition so the radio shows ‘CODE’. Use the preset buttons (1-2-3-4) to set each digit, then confirm with the OK or seek button. Note: after too many wrong attempts the radio locks temporarily.
Can I get my BMW radio code online?▾
Yes — through RadioCodeLookup.com you can order the official radio code straight away using your serial number. The code is delivered quickly and comes with a money-back guarantee if it doesn’t work.

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