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Key with battery (up to 09/99) for BMW 7 Series E38 740i (1996)

This Key with battery (up to 09/99) technical drawing provides a detailed breakdown of the assembly for the 7 Series E38 740i. It includes part names, part numbers and all associated mounting hardware for vehicles produced between 1996.

Key with battery (up to 09/99)
No. Description Supp. Qty  From   Up To  Part Number Price Notes
  i Important notice! Before ordering keys,
central locking systems, control units
(EWS immobilizer/CAS), etc., it is
vital to ensure that the customer
and/or vehicle owner present proof of
authorization in the form of original
vehicle documents and an official photo
ID! A power of attorney from the
vehicle owner is also required for
authorised third parties. Copies of the
specified credentials (proof of
authorisation) must be kept in the
vehicle records. Please inform BMW
Service immediately if a vehicle key is
lost so it can be deactivated in order
to avoid taking the risk of losing the
insurance cover due to gross negligence
in the event of a theft.
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Information regarding remote control:
Basic = remote control 433 MHZ
SA 876 = remote control 315 MHZ
SA 875 = infrared remote control
ONLY APPLIES TO
MASTER KEY ILLUMINATED
The battery is to be installed directly
in the
corresponding control unit/key
on site.
It is not permitted to sell the battery
if it is not installed.
Old batteries must be properly
disposed of.
04 Battery 3,0 V - CR2025 1 51218201226 $8.23 Shop at ECS Tuning
For vehicles with
Radio remote control
The battery is to be installed directly
in the
corresponding control unit/key
on site.
It is not permitted to sell the battery
if it is not installed.
Old batteries must be properly
disposed of.

=Yes
04 Battery 3,0 V - CR1220 2 09/1996 61358364946 $8.03 Shop at ECS Tuning
For vehicles with
Infrared remote control
The battery is to be installed directly
in the
corresponding control unit/key
on site.
It is not permitted to sell the battery
if it is not installed.
Old batteries must be properly
disposed of.

=Yes
04 Battery 3,0 V - CR2016 2 51218354417 $8.23 Shop at ECS Tuning
05 Cover 1 51218354414 $9.93 Shop at ECS Tuning
06 Radio remote control cover N/SF/GR/I 1 09/1996 66128363426 Shop at ECS Tuning
06 Radio remote control cover 433 MHZ 1 09/1999 61316920841 Shop at ECS Tuning
06 Radio remote control cover 433 MHZ 1 09/1999 61316920841 Shop at ECS Tuning
06 Radio remote control cover 433 MHZ 1 09/1999 61316920841 Shop at ECS Tuning
06 Radio remote control cover 433 MHZ 1 09/1999 61316920841 Shop at ECS Tuning
06 Radio remote control cover D 1 09/1999 66128369082 Shop at ECS Tuning
06 Radio remote control cover 433 MHZ 1 09/1999 61316920841 Shop at ECS Tuning
06 Radio remote control cover CH 1 09/1999 66128369481 ENDED Shop at ECS Tuning
06 Radio remote control cover 433 MHZ 1 09/1999 61316920841 Shop at ECS Tuning
06 Radio remote control cover USA/CDN/AUS 1 09/1999 66128369723 $4.70 Shop at ECS Tuning
06 Radio remote control cover US/CAN/AUS/TAIW 1 09/1999 61316920842 $5.37 Shop at ECS Tuning
06 Radio remote control cover TAIWAN 1 09/1999 66128370026 ENDED Shop at ECS Tuning
06 Radio remote control cover US/CAN/AUS/TAIW 1 09/1999 61316920842 $5.37 Shop at ECS Tuning
06 Radio remote control cover SWE 1 09/1999 66128370036 Shop at ECS Tuning
06 Radio remote control cover 433 MHZ 1 09/1999 61316920841 Shop at ECS Tuning
06 Radio remote control cover B 1 09/1999 66128373030 Shop at ECS Tuning
06 Radio remote control cover 433 MHZ 1 09/1999 61316920841 Shop at ECS Tuning
06 Radio remote control cover F 1 09/1999 66128374916 Shop at ECS Tuning
06 Radio remote control cover 433 MHZ 1 09/1999 61316920841 Shop at ECS Tuning
06 Radio remote control cover E 1 09/1999 66128379629 $5.74 Shop at ECS Tuning
06 Radio remote control cover 433 MHZ 1 09/1999 61316920841 Shop at ECS Tuning
06 Infrared remote control cover 1 51218354415 $1.58 Shop at ECS Tuning
07 Countersunk head screw 2,2X7 2 66218354639 $0.50 Shop at ECS Tuning
08 Cover 1 51218201225 $0.78 Shop at ECS Tuning
09 Universal key 1 01/1995 51218205441 $47.71 Shop at ECS Tuning
10 Door and ignition key GRAU 1 01/1995 51218205443 $40.71 Shop at ECS Tuning
11 Spare key 1 01/1995 51218205444 $40.71 Shop at ECS Tuning
For vehicles with
Radio frequency 433 MHz
14 Universal key with remote control 1 01/1995 09/1999 51218374067 ENDED Shop at ECS Tuning
ONLY IN CONJUNCTION WITH
RADIO REMOTE CONTROL COVER
For vehicles with
Radio frequency 315 MHz

S876A=Yes
15 Universal key with remote control 1 01/1995 09/1999 51218374066 $122.45 ENDED Shop at ECS Tuning
ONLY IN CONJUNCTION WITH
RADIO REMOTE CONTROL COVER
For vehicles with
Infrared remote control

S875A=Yes
16 Universal key with remote control IR 1 01/1995 51218368192 Shop at ECS Tuning
18 Set of keys with EWS control unit IR 1 01/1995 09/1996 51219068739 Shop at ECS Tuning
CONSISTING OF
SERVICE KEY
SPARE KEY
Control unit EWS
MASTER KEY WITH INFRARED REMOTE CONTROL
Important notice! Before ordering keys,
central locking systems, control units
(EWS immobilizer/CAS), etc., it is
vital to ensure that the customer
and/or vehicle owner present proof of
authorization in the form of original
vehicle documents and an official photo
ID! A power of attorney from the
vehicle owner is also required for
authorised third parties. Copies of the
specified credentials (proof of
authorisation) must be kept in the
vehicle records. Please inform BMW
Service immediately if a vehicle key is
lost so it can be deactivated in order
to avoid taking the risk of losing the
insurance cover due to gross negligence
in the event of a theft.
For vehicles with
Radio frequency 433 MHz
19 Set of keys with EWS control unit 433 MHZ 1 01/1995 09/1996 51219068745 ENDED Shop at ECS Tuning
additionally required parts:
RADIO REMOTE CONTROL COVER
CONSISTING OF
Master key with radio remote control
SERVICE KEY
SPARE KEY
Control unit EWS
Important notice! Before ordering keys,
central locking systems, control units
(EWS immobilizer/CAS), etc., it is
vital to ensure that the customer
and/or vehicle owner present proof of
authorization in the form of original
vehicle documents and an official photo
ID! A power of attorney from the
vehicle owner is also required for
authorised third parties. Copies of the
specified credentials (proof of
authorisation) must be kept in the
vehicle records. Please inform BMW
Service immediately if a vehicle key is
lost so it can be deactivated in order
to avoid taking the risk of losing the
insurance cover due to gross negligence
in the event of a theft.
For vehicles with
Radio frequency 315 MHz

S876A=Yes
20 Set of keys with EWS control unit 315 MHZ 1 01/1995 09/1996 51219068747 $589.77 ENDED Shop at ECS Tuning
additionally required parts:
RADIO REMOTE CONTROL COVER
CONSISTING OF
Master key with radio remote control
SERVICE KEY
SPARE KEY
Control unit EWS
Important notice! Before ordering keys,
central locking systems, control units
(EWS immobilizer/CAS), etc., it is
vital to ensure that the customer
and/or vehicle owner present proof of
authorization in the form of original
vehicle documents and an official photo
ID! A power of attorney from the
vehicle owner is also required for
authorised third parties. Copies of the
specified credentials (proof of
authorisation) must be kept in the
vehicle records. Please inform BMW
Service immediately if a vehicle key is
lost so it can be deactivated in order
to avoid taking the risk of losing the
insurance cover due to gross negligence
in the event of a theft.
21 Key case 1 51217006821 $17.32 Shop at ECS Tuning
Notes
  • ENDED = the part has been discontinued (no longer available).

See Also

Frequently Asked Questions

What assembly is shown in the BMW 7 Series E38 740i Key with battery (up to 09/99)?
This technical diagram illustrates the Key with battery (up to 09/99) within the Bodywork group for the 7 Series E38 740i produced during 1996. It provides a detailed exploded view of the components, identifying key parts such as the Battery (Part #51218201226).
Which models use the hardware listed in this Key with battery (up to 09/99)?
The hardware and components featured in the Key with battery (up to 09/99) are specific to the 7 Series E38 740i produced during 1996. These technical specifications ensure that parts like the Battery (51218201226) are correctly matched to the vehicle's structural and mechanical requirements.
How do I find specific parts within the Key with battery (up to 09/99) assembly?
Each item in the Key with battery (up to 09/99) corresponds to the numbered list below the illustration. For the 7 Series E38 740i, you can identify the Battery by locating its position on the schematic, which then links to the official BMW part number 51218201226 for the Bodywork section.