BMW F15 F45 F46 Remote Alarm Key Radio Key Fob Button Ignition Switch 9317145

Used key – requires programming

The key requires programming (coding) by a specialist to be fully functional.

BMW F15 F45 F46 Remote Alarm Key Radio Key Fob Button Ignition Switch is an original BMW control component designed for operating the central locking system and remote functions in selected F-series models. The product belongs to the Switches, control elements and ignition switches group, making it perfectly compatible with the vehicle's factory electrical architecture and suitable as a donor part or a base for repairing an existing key fob.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 9317145
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: For parts or not working
• OEM Part Number: 9317145
• Substitutable numbers: 9317145, 66129317145, 6805990, 66126805990, 9367393, 66129367393, 9337236, 66129337236, 9317128, 66129317128
• Category: Switches & Controls

Application and vehicle function

The presented remote alarm key fob is a component of the remote locking system and selected comfort functions in BMW F-series cars, including popular SUV models and compact vans. As a control component, it works with comfort modules and the vehicle's electrical system, allowing for vehicle operation without the need for a traditional mechanical key.

Due to its assignment to a specific model platform, the key fob serves as a valuable base for:

• transferring the housing or selected internal components,
• analysis and diagnostics of the radio system,
• recreating the configuration in combination with the appropriate comfort module.

Technical characteristics and product group

The key fob belongs to the Switches, control elements and ignition switches group, which are components responsible for transmitting control signals in the vehicle. In practice, this means it is part of a wider system including the ignition switch, function buttons, and other driver control elements. Thanks to its factory origin, it maintains compatibility with BMW's electrical architecture, which is important for repairs and adaptations.

The product has an assigned OEM part number and associated interchangeable numbers, which facilitates its identification in service catalogs and comparison with the existing key fob in the vehicle. For professional workshops and those involved in automotive electronics, this is an essential feature allowing for precise component matching.

Product condition and potential service applications

The condition defined as for parts or not working means that the key fob is not intended for direct, immediate use, but rather as a source of parts or an element for repair and reconstruction. It can be used, among other things, for:

• obtaining the housing or mechanical fragments,
• testing and learning BMW key fob programming,
• comparing electronic circuits during the diagnostic process.

This method of use is particularly useful in specialized automotive electronics services and renovation projects where access to original components is crucial.

Benefits of choosing an original BMW key fob

By choosing an original BMW remote alarm key fob, you gain a component designed specifically for a particular vehicle platform. This means:

• factory fitment for the electrical system and control modules,
• consistency with safety and comfort systems,
• the ability to use it as a reference element during repairs and adaptations.

For workshops specializing in the BMW brand, this is a practical solution allowing for more precise diagnostics and reconstruction of control systems, and for users – a chance for an economical repair of an existing key fob while maintaining the original specification.

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

Substantive support and selection of used parts

When working with used electronic components such as key fobs, comfort modules, or controllers, it is worth knowing the best practices for selecting and verifying parts. Helpful information on the cost-effectiveness of using original dismantled components and how to evaluate them can be found in the blog article Used parts for Mercedes - original parts from dismantling, the tips of which can largely be applied to working with BMW electronics as well.