I lost my key outside my house - how do I stop someone stealing my car?

A friend lost her BMW key fob while walking her dogs close to her home and is worried that someone finds the key and steals her car. What's the best solution?

Asked on 20 July 2020 by Compost C

Answered by Dan Powell
The locking system and alarm will need to be reprogrammed. This will desync the old keyfobs and prevent them from communicating with the car and unlocking the doors. If the car has physical key, the locks and ignition may also need to be replaced. If the car is within its manufacturer warranty period then this work will need to be completed by the dealer, otherwise it may invalidate the warranty. Older cars can have this work carried out by an independent auto locksmith.
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