Course description
Expand your knowledge with our comprehensive BMW & Jaguar, Land Rover key programming training. This course designed by Autowave Limited offers essential knowledge and hands-on skills specifically relating to BMW & JLR spare and lost key programming. BMW and JLR are among the most popular car brands in the UK with nearly 2.5 million on the road, the demand for key services has never been higher. Delegates will learn the expertise needed to accurately assess, cut, and program BMW and JLR keys, equipping them with the vital skills to meet today’s growing automotive needs.
Course goals and objectives
This course is designed to equip participants with the essential knowledge and skills required for BMW/Mini car key programming in both spare key and lost key scenarios. By the end of the course, delegates will be able to:
- Understand
BMW, Mini & JLR Immobiliser Systems
Learn to identify and understand the key components of a BMW/Mini & JLR immobiliser system and how they work together to control vehicle access and starting. BMW Systems covered are EWS, CAS, FEM and BDC (1995-2023). JLR Systems covers KVM & BCM from 2010 - 2025 - ISN
Reading
Understand when and how to read an ISN (Individual Security Number) which is required when programming keys to certain immobiliser systems - KVM/RFA
Programming
Understand when and how to read a KVM (Keyless Vehicle Module) or RFA (Remote Function Actuator) which is required when programming keys to certain immobiliser systems - Key
Cutting
Understand the key profiles used within the BMW/Mini & JLR range and how to cut the key in both spare key and all keys lost situations. - Remote
& Transponder Types
Gain a comprehensive understanding of which remotes and transponders are compatible with each immobiliser system. How to identify the correct remote or transponder and how to use (if required) a universal or "changeable ID" remote - ECU & Immobiliser Module Locations & Removal Gain the knowledge of where the required modules are located and removal techniques. Including how to strip the relevant module and read the required data.
- Practical
Application of Key Programming Tools
Learn to use specialized key programming tools and equipment effectively, ensuring technicians are prepared for real-world BMW/Mini & JLR key programming and cutting tasks. Tools used in the course are Xhorse Dolphin 005L Key Cutting Machine, ACDP, Xhorse Key Tool Max Pro, Xhorse VVDI Prog, Obdstar G3 & Mr Li (Lishi) lockpicks. - FRM3
Module Repair
Learn how to repair the FRM3 module when data is corrupted quickly and easily using ACDP.
Course certificate description
Skill relevance
Other information
This course is held in: | English |
Course level: | Professional |
Expected course duration: | 1 Days |
Fri 12 Sep 2025 - Fri 12 Sep 2025
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Cancellation / No Attendance Policy
You may cancel this course online free of charge latest 2025-08-29 09:00. Please note that cancellations after such date will be charged 50%. - Login
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Course program
2025-09-12 Fri
Sunderland 1 - LKQ Classroom & Workshop Euro Car Parts Ferryboat Ln Castletown Sunderland SR5 3RX
- 09:00 - 17:00 Held by Ravi Kotecha
Your teacher welcomes you!

Ravi Kotecha
ravi.kotecha@autowave.co.uk
+447932996119
Other course dates
Aug 2025
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2025-08-20 09:00 Wed | 2025-08-20 17:00 Wed |
Tamworth 1 - LKQ Classroom & Workshop Euro Car Parts Birch Coppice Business Park T1 Danny Morson Way Tamworth B78 1SE |
EN | 10 | Book |
2025-08-28 09:00 Thu | 2025-08-28 17:00 Thu |
Avonmouth 1 - LKQ Classroom & Workshop Euro Car Parts Fifth Way Avonmouth Bristol BS11 8DT |
EN | 10 | Book |
Sep 2025
Course starts | Course ends | Location address | Language | Seats left | |
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2025-09-19 09:00 Fri | 2025-09-19 17:00 Fri |
Glasgow 1 - LKQ Classroom & Workshop Euro Car Parts Glasgow Business Park Springhill Drive South Unit 1 South Glasgow G69 6GA |
EN | 10 | Book |
Oct 2025
Course starts | Course ends | Location address | Language | Seats left | |
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2025-10-24 09:00 Fri | 2025-10-24 17:00 Fri |
Manchester 1 - LKQ Classroom & Workshop Euro Car Parts 11 Park Seventeen Moss Ln Whitefield Manchester M45 8FJ |
EN | 9 | Book |
Nov 2025
Course starts | Course ends | Location address | Language | Seats left | |
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2025-11-06 09:00 Thu | 2025-11-06 17:00 Thu |
Maidenhead 1 - Classroom & Workshop Euro Car Parts, 4 Denmark Street, Maidenhead SL6 7BN, UK |
EN | 10 | Book |