E36 Compact EWS

[eko]

Just bought a 98 Compact Ti to break.
Is there a way to bypass the EWS 3 as I dont have the chipped key?

[leeparkes]

I dont think there is, i suppose you could order one from BMW using the vin but that depends how much they want.

[eko]

Was just reading through your Compact thread
just had a look through the service wallet and it has the EWS 3 card with the 5 digit deactivation code but think this is only relevant to the remote and nothing to do with the chipped key?
My own E36 is EWS 3 and the key I got for the Compact looks poverty spec in comparison.

Did yours have an LSD fitted originally?
The one im breaking is a Sept 98 Ti Sport so be nice to think they come as standard?

[leeparkes]

Mine didnt have an LSD and i dont think many of them did, ive read its something to do with them having ASC but im guessing you'll check anyway


Does it start off the key you got?

You could of had my set up but i gave it away with the engine as i didnt think it was worth anything on an M44

[DanThe]

You can order a plastic key which is cheaper, about £20, the normal key is now nearly £40

You wont start it without the chip

[eko]

Not collecting the car till Sunday but been assured by the owner it wont start.
Are the plastic keys chipped Dan?

[DanThe]

My dealers say so

[eko]

My dealers say so

Well well,ill look into that