BMW F20 F21 F22 X3 F25 X4 F26 F30 F31 F32 Radio Remote Alarm Key Button 868 MHz

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BMW F20 F21 F22 X3 F25 X4 F26 F30 F31 F32 Radio Remote Alarm Key Button 868 MHz is an original component from the Switches, control elements and ignition locks group, designed for remote operation of the central locking system and vehicle ignition. The remote control operating in the 868 MHz band ensures stable communication with the car's electronics, which translates into daily convenience and consistency with BMW's factory electrical architecture.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 8723569-1
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 8723569
• Substitutable numbers: 66128723569, 8723569, 661222303256612925489066122209528, 223032592548902209528, ŁS
• Category: Switches & Controls

Purpose and function of the BMW 868 MHz key

The presented remote key is a component of the remote control system in selected BMW F-series models, such as the F20, F21, F22, F30, F31, and F32. As a component from the control and ignition lock group, it is responsible for wireless communication with comfort modules and the immobilizer system, enabling the operation of locks and authorization of engine start in accordance with the manufacturer's factory standards.

The 868 MHz operating band is used in European versions of BMW vehicles, which allows for proper cooperation with original body control modules and minimizes the risk of radio interference under typical operating conditions.

Benefits of using an original BMW remote

Using an original remote in BMW F-series cars ensures:

• consistency with the factory security and comfort system,
• proper cooperation with modules responsible for the central locking and immobilizer,
• maintenance of the ergonomics known from factory equipment,
• the possibility of matching to the existing vehicle configuration during programming.

Thanks to this, the key can be used both as a replacement for a damaged remote and as an additional unit after proper coding in the vehicle.

Operational characteristics and installation

As an element from the Switches, control elements and ignition locks category, the remote is an integral part of the vehicle control system. It requires pairing with a specific vehicle using appropriate diagnostic tools so that it is correctly recognized by the security system. After proper coding, standard operation of remote locking and unlocking functions as well as start authorization is possible in accordance with the given model's configuration.

The product comes from dismantling, which means it is a used part that retains its factory construction and is intended for reuse after being matched to a specific vehicle.

Application in service practice

The 868 MHz remote key will prove useful in situations where the existing unit has suffered mechanical or electronic damage, has been lost, or it is necessary to have an additional remote for daily vehicle operation. In workshops specializing in the BMW brand, such elements are used to restore full functionality of comfort and security systems without the need to resort to new, more expensive components.

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the control and ignition zone in your BMW and need other elements from the same group, such as buttons, control modules, or ignition lock components, check the available parts in the BMW Switches, control elements and ignition locks category.

Used parts and cost optimization

Choosing a used, original remote for a BMW is a solution that allows for reducing service costs while maintaining compliance with the manufacturer's factory standards. In many cases, the use of components from dismantling allows for the restoration of full vehicle functionality without compromising on the fitment to the electrical and electronic installation.

If you are interested in a broader context of using premium-class used components, it is worth reading the advice on selecting original parts from dismantling in the article Used parts for Mercedes – original parts from dismantling, which discusses the practical aspects of such an approach to servicing premium segment cars.