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How do I use the BMW Service Card?

Link to watch video:  How To Use the BMW Service Card | BMW How-To

 

When to Use the Service Card:

If you use a BMW Digital Key or Digital Key Plus, keep the deactivated Service Card in your vehicle. It's useful for:

– Service appointments

– Valet parking

– Vehicle towing 

 

Activating the Service Card:

  1. With a digital or physical key inside the vehicle, place the Service Card in the wireless charging tray. 
  2. Press "Activate Service Card" in the pop-up.

 

Alternatively: With the card in the charging tray, go to:

  1. All Apps
  2. Keys
  3. Digital Key
  4. Service Card
  5. Activate Service Card 

How to Use the Service Card:

  1. Hold the card to the door handle to lock or unlock the vehicle
  2. Place it in the wireless charging tray to switch the car to drive-ready state 

Deactivating the Service Card:

To deactivate: – Ensure a physical or digital key is inside the vehicle.

  1. Go to: Keys
  2. Digital Key
  3. Service Card
  4. Deactivate Service Card 

Quick Tip: If the Service Card is active, unlocking the vehicle with a physical or digital key will trigger a pop-up. You can deactivate the Service Card with one tap.

 

 

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