Original BMW Remote Control Ignition Lock for BMW E60 5 Series, E63/E64 6 Series, M5, and M6 (2005–2010)

The Original BMW remote control ignition lock is the ignition lock for the remote control key on the E60 5 Series and the E63 and E64 6 Series, including the M5 and M6, from 2005 through 2010. BMW calls it the ignition lock of remote control. It is part of the car's access system. BMW sells it as a single piece, and BMW's parts data shows production of this number starting in December 2007. It replaces the earlier number 66-12-6-954-722, and BMW rates it as exchangeable retrospectively, so it also fits earlier cars that left the factory with the old part.

Original BMW Parts carry a 24-month parts warranty.

Because of that supersession, a 2005 545i or 645Ci takes the same lock as a 2010 550i or 650i. If your car still has the 66-12-6-954-722 unit, this number is its direct replacement. BMW covers a wide range of engines with one lock: the M54, N52, N52N, N53, and N54 six-cylinders, the N62 and N62N V8s, and the S85 V10 in the M5 and M6. It is also shared across the E61 Touring and the E64 Convertible. Pre-facelift and facelift cars use the same part.

Technical Details

• Manufacturer: BMW, sold as an Original BMW part
• Part number: 66-12-9-172-159
• BMW part name: ignition lock of remote control
• Supersedes: 66-12-6-954-722, exchangeable retrospectively
• Production start: December 2007
• Sold as: one piece
• Chassis: E60, E61, E63, and E64, pre-facelift and facelift
• Warranty: 24 months on Original BMW Parts

Common Questions

Will this fit my car if it has the older part number?
Yes. This number replaces 66-12-6-954-722, and BMW rates it exchangeable retrospectively for the applications shown.

Does the M5 or M6 use a different lock?
No. BMW applies this same number to the S85-powered M5 and M6.

Is the key included?
This part is the ignition lock, sold as one piece.

Talk to PMB Performance about matching the right access-system parts to your E60 or E63.

Fitment & Compatibility

Compare your production year and trim against the table below. Send your VIN and PMB Performance will confirm the fit, drawing on more than 20 years in the trade.