In this guide, we’ll walk you through the process of cloning an original car key using VVDI BMW Dedicated Adapter. This method supports BDC2, BDC3, BCP, and U chassis—keys cloned with these adapters can be used directly in the vehicle without additional programming.
Adapter Overview
Three adapters require opening the key shell and clamping directly onto the key PCB for reading.
One adapter allows reading by clamping directly onto the key shell—no need to open it.
Supported Devices
- Key Tool Plus and Multi Prog: Support both encrypted and non-encrypted keys.
- Key Tool MIDI, Key Tool Max Pro, Key Tool Max, Mini Key Tool, and VVDI Prog: Support non-encrypted keys only.
Step-by-Step Operation
e.g. Xhorse VVDI Key Tool Plus Pad
1.Generate Remote
Open the software and click on Remote Program.
Select the corresponding option and click Generate.
Once complete, return to the main interface.
2.Start Programming
Click on Programming → BMW → Select from System.
Choose G/U Chassis BDC3/ BCP IMMO system option, then click Start Programming.
3.Connect Adapter and Read Original Key
Use VVDI BMW Adapter designed for the BMW U-type remote PCB.
Click Read Original Car Key Information and follow on-screen instructions.
Locate the holes on the PCB and align them with the positioning pins on the adapter.
Press down to lock in place, then connect Xhorse BMW Dedicated Adapter to VVDI Key Tool Plus via DB15 cable.
Click Read, then save the file when completed.
4.Generate Dealer Key
Remove the adapter and click Make Dealer Key.
Select No, then place a new BMW remote into the coil.
Click OK to start generating the key.
Once finished, the clone is successful and the key can be used in the vehicle directly—no further programming needed.
Other Adapters
The operation steps are similar for the remaining three adapters:
One adapter is designed for BMW square-type remote PCB.
Another is for BMW long-shaped remote PCB.
The last adapter clamps directly onto the key shell—align the MSDA and MSCL pins with the two points on the key PCB and clamp in place.
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