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    Where is the EWS in a 2009 BMW X5?

    I want to program a new key to my X5. Got the AK90+. Just need to find the EWS. I did find the RDC, but nothing that looks like the EWS under the steering column area?

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    A 2009 X5 is an e70...which is the 2nd generation X5...but the 1st one that is a new gen BMW.

    EWS, has now morphed into CAS (car access system) in the next iteration (EWS 4/CAS). Hopefully this may help you find what you're looking for.


    The CAS module is on the K-CAN bus:

    List of modules:
    • JBE (Junction box Electronics)
    • FRM(Football Module)
    • CAS (Car Access System)
    • CON (I drive controller)
    • CID (Central Information Display)
    • EHC (Electronic Height Control)
    • KOMBI (Instruments Cluster)
    • PDC (Park Distance Control)
    • FZD (Roof Control Panel)
    • MASK (Radio Head Unit)
    • IHKA (Air Conditioning Control Unit)


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    I am not familiar with the CAS. Can a new remote be programmed to it? I ordered the new software Rheingold ISTA/D 4.05.31 software + Ediabas 7.3.0 with iSetup (Hardware version).[COLOR=#555555 !important]Sold by: Rheingold USA LLC.
    Not sure what all it will let me do.
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    Did you get the key from a BMW dealer? That is the only way that I know of that a key can be matched to a CAS unit. They are VIN specific and must come from BMW N/A. If so, all you do is stick it in the key slot and hold it for about 5 seconds until it grabs the key and turns it on.

    However, if you have comfort access, there's a few more steps involved. And FYI, on an E70, only 2 keys can be activated to operate comfort access.
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    Hey, sorry been away for the 4. I got the key fob and blank on eBay. looks the same as my original. I do have the comfort access, so Just two..that is ok with me. Thanks for the info. Guess I will be going to the dealership to get one then.

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