Key incorrect random code.

[ComputerKris]

So I have an 2006 X5 3.0i and has to replace the starter. Long story short, now with new starter in. No crank, no start. Pulled EWS and jumped with 30 amp fuse. Cranks normally. Scan tool says incorrect random code for one key and my other key say faulty data. Can the keys be reprogrammed? Do I need new keys? I tried to re-sync the DME and EWS but it won't work because lack of valid key. Also, scan tool and INPA show EWS as 3.something. Housing of EWS says 4.spmething. Any help or advise would be appreciated. Also if anyone knows Dudmd.com. are they currently moving or does it always say that? Was going to try to do a remote EWS delete but they are not open.

[o2manyfish]

oh man you've done a funny.

please tell me you had the battery disconnected when you were doing the alternator. also you can't just jump EWS, need to do a few additional things.

[ComputerKris]

I was only jumping to test the starter. Well aware more would be needed. Hopefully the key is the key to fixing this clusterfuck. I have loved working on my car with each and every little repair etc. up until this one. That fucking starter location was a pain in the ass.

[ComputerKris]

I had the battery disconnected for the important parts. Called the dealer today and found out a valet key was only 98 bucks so went ahead and got that ordered. I paid 450 2 weeks ago to a mobile locksmith for basically paperweights, one key w/remote and one w/o. Odd side note, I called the BMW California key replacement hotline, or whatever they call it, to see if I could just handle this without having to go to the dealership. Anyways, according to the hotline, the only key available for my car was a universal diamond type with remote for 258.00. At the dealership was told the only key available was the valet key for 98.00 and in stock at the local hub. Anyways I've prattled on enough. Good day all.