[gchassapis]

Hi all!

I was wondering if it was possible to retrofit the display key for my soon-to-be-arriving 2018 430i xDrive coupe. Has anyone done this?

Thanks!

[ooshnoo]

What?

[HFW003]

Display key?

[evdok]

i8 Key ?

[bimmer4lif3]

The display key is also available for both the 5 and 7 series. I have not heard of anyone coding that key even thou that would be pretty cool to do for the 4 series

[gchassapis]

Yes, the i8 key. I've tried doing some searches online and getting the key is easy, but coding is the issue. Im on the fence, but I figured I'd explore the option.

[1QuikWS6]

At the going rate of $1000 USD for the i8 display key (rare option even on i8) - I'd rather try the 5 or 7 series display key which can be had for much less

In addition to i8 key, I'm fairly certain you will also need the 434MHZ freq Receiver - normally included with key for the 1 grand + coding of the key to your VIN# (only i8 of course)

Plus, there is the following disclaimer with any of the reputable vendors for the i8 key:

Also, we will need a copy of your driver's license and owner's card/title upon order placement so BMW can confirm i8 ownership for obvious security reasons.

Key is apparently encrypted/coded specifically for your i8 VIN# from vendor - the subsequent mating of the new key to your car appears to be relatively EZ - as long as you are doing it on an i8...

• So 1st it would have to be confirmed that the Key/Receiver will even integrate with systems on any car other than i8 - I'm wildly guessing it will not knowing how BMW works things
  
• Then you would need to find someone to code/encrypt it (totally disregarding the above BMW disclaimer) - which is going to mean going thru an independent aftermarket source for your specific VIN#

I do agree that being able to do this retrofit would be hella cool though

Here is discussion on i8 Digital Display Key Retrofit - DIY from i8 Forum:

http://bmwi.bimmerpost.com/forums/sh....php?t=1347091


This retrofit is akin to the 6WB Digital Dash Retrofit for our cars (which actually can be accomplished) - very nice option, but is it worth the going rate of $1600???

That's halfway to the cost of a healthy turbo upgrade which would give you much more JOY

[CaboM4]

No, not possible

[gchassapis]

Thanks guys

[hamza700]

https://www.facebook.com/TheGarageEg...19675144772204

[Abzynthe]

Apparently it is possible.

[marcospoffo]

In the video the windows go up with just a touch of the button. Is it possible to code this? for the windows to rise alone?

Originally Posted by Abzynthe

Apparently it is possible.

[M2Rush]

I've seen someone do it to for an F30 but it was a very short video and it was someone from the BMW China community.

[Skyhigh]

The display key looks cool, no doubt about it, but in terms of functionality - you can do most of what is demonstrated on the video through your phone (assuming you have Connected Drive).

[rlmesq]

Originally Posted by marcospoffo

In the video the windows go up with just a touch of the button. Is it possible to code this? for the windows to rise alone?

If you have comfort access, you can code the windows to roll up when you hold the lock button on the remote. I think the factory setting is to roll up windows only when you press and hold the lock area on the door handle.

[Billfitz]

Originally Posted by marcospoffo

In the video the windows go up with just a touch of the button. Is it possible to code this? for the windows to rise alone?

FEM_BODY 3053 KOMFORTSCHLIESSUNG_FB aktiv Close Windows/Fold Mirrors when holding lock on Key Fob.

[marcospoffo]

But in the video he does not hold the button. It squeezes only once and the window rises alone.

or am I wrong?

Originally Posted by Billfitz

FEM_BODY 3053 KOMFORTSCHLIESSUNG_FB aktiv Close Windows/Fold Mirrors when holding lock on Key Fob.

Originally Posted by rlmesq

If you have comfort access, you can code the windows to roll up when you hold the lock button on the remote. I think the factory setting is to roll up windows only when you press and hold the lock area on the door handle.

[Billfitz]

Originally Posted by marcospoffo

But in the video he does not hold the button. It squeezes only once and the window rises alone.

In the video he has a display key, not a regular fob. If holding the button down on a regular fob is too strenuous spend the $$$$$ and get a display key.

[rlmesq]

Originally Posted by Billfitz

In the video he has a display key, not a regular fob. If holding the button down on a regular fob is too strenuous spend the $$$$$ and get a display key.

Or an M760i. I think it uses the display key, too.

[IK6SPEED]

I had a long text conversation with person who is in video.

It’s all posted in another thread on this subject.