E36 won't start after attempted reprogramming 3G EWS keyfob
E36 won't start after attempted reprogramming 3G EWS keyfob
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Swoxy

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2,842 posts

240 months

Sunday 24th January 2010
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Hi. I attempted to reprogramme my 3G EWS keyfob, using the instructions at http://www.zroadster.net/forum/viewtopic.php?t=495... however I was unsuccessful. Now, it seems as if the key isn't coded to the car any more as the car won't unlock or start, however the battery isn't flat. Does anyone have any idea what I should do? Thanks.

Edited by Swoxy on Sunday 24th January 16:06

T-bagger

468 posts

234 months

Sunday 24th January 2010
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Ok, there seems to be a little confusion here. First off the 3G alarm system and EWS are seperate systems. Are we talking Z3 or E36? Early E36 didn't have EWS.
Also the 3G alarm system (BMW approved, but not built by them only retrofitted) didn't feature an immobiliser, that was taken care of by EWS which is a BMW system.
So, what was the original fault? car not starting or alarm going off?
Do you have a seperate key and alarm fob? or just one key with buttons on it?
With a little more info I might be able to advise you a bit further.

Edited by T-bagger on Sunday 24th January 17:07