What to Do When the BMW X5 Car Key is Locked Inside the Vehicle?
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Generally, the vehicle comes with at least two original keys, with the other commonly referred to as a spare key. This is the simplest and least costly solution. If you are in a remote location or far from home and retrieving the key is impractical, you can opt for a licensed and professional locksmith service. In situations where neither retrieving the key nor waiting for a locksmith is feasible, to minimize damage as much as possible, the first step is to identify which window glass is the least expensive to replace.
I just heard from a friend yesterday that his BMW X5 car key was locked inside the car. I immediately checked all the doors and found a small gap in the passenger window. Using a thin wire to hook the door handle successfully opened it. If the gap is too small, try using a clothes hanger or professional tools, but operate gently to avoid scratching the paint. If that doesn’t work, contact BMW Roadside Assistance by calling and providing your license plate number—the technician can remotely unlock it very quickly. Another option is to download the My BMW app, bind your account, and remotely unlock the doors. To prevent this from happening again, I now carry a spare mechanical key and plan to buy a waterproof magnetic key box online to hide under the car as a backup.
