How Your Key Fob Can Make Your Life Easier
Your key fob could be more than just a key to unlock your car's doors. A lot of fobs come with additional capabilities, like opening windows, or directing your car to park itself.
The FB Series enclosures feature a coin cell battery holder that snaps in place. This battery can be used with key fob batteries. Key ring slots are integrated into the enclosures to allow you to attach keys.
Comfort Access
Comfort Access is a popular accessory for mini cooper owners, as it helps them with the daily tasks of driving their vehicle. This includes making it easier of getting into and out of their vehicle especially when carrying bulky items or have difficulty opening the door with normal keys.
The key fob makes use of RFID, also known as radio frequency identification, in order to unlock the vehicle. This system is distinct from traditional key chains, which require the user to insert the key into the slot. Instead the owner simply walks towards the vehicle while holding the key fob. The system also permits drivers to open and close the trunk, as well as close and open the sunroof.
While these features can be extremely beneficial for some drivers, they also can cause issues. There are a few steps you can do to solve your comfort access system if it isn't working properly. These include ensuring that there are no obstructions between the car's sensors and the window or door handle and ensuring that the key fob has been correctly inserted into the vehicle's keyhole.
If you're still having issues Try restarting your car and trying again. If these steps don't work, then you can call a mechanic for additional help.
Remote Start
Many people have a hard time believing that the MINI Cooper key fob actually has remote start, but it actually does. Adding this to your car will allow you to start your vehicle remotely from up to 70 meters away (or up to 230 feet). Click the 'lock button' repeatedly and hold it down for several seconds to trigger a remote start.
You'll also be in a position to roll up and down your windows, or sunroofs, which means you can take a breath of fresh air before you leave your vehicle. Another cool feature you can activate using your key fob is the remote mirror control. This allows you to fold and unfold your wing mirrors, exactly like you do with the switch in the car.
You can also make use of the key fob to close your trunk, which can be very handy if you have neglected to lock your vehicle. You can also set different driver profiles, so that you can alter the seat or mirrors' positions as well as the temperature settings depending on who is driving it. If you share your BMW with your spouse or a friend, they can enjoy all the comforts while maintaining their personal driving experience.
Remote Trunk Close
The key fob on your mini cooper has some hidden functions that will simplify your life. One of them is the capability to remotely open or close your trunk. This is particularly useful if you have a large object in the trunk of your car and don't wish to lift it up or take off your belt. You can also utilize your key fob in order to move up or down the sunroof and windows, which is great when you're in an awkward spot and aren't feeling like getting out of your car to open or close them.
Another interesting feature of the key fob is that you can summon your car similar to Tesla's "summon" feature. The key fob should be repeatedly pressed for three times. The car will then automatically reverse out of or enter a parking space and stop where you direct it to.
If you lose your key fob the first step is deactivating it to ensure that it cannot be used by a criminal. This is a simple process and only takes less than a few minutes. You can find instructions on activating your key fob in the owner's manual for your car or on its website. You can also purchase a new keyfob and get it programmed by the dealer. You will need your driver's license as well as proof of ownership.
Remote Mirror Control
BMW is all about providing their customers with features that improve the performance of their cars. One of the most commonly used extras that come with a new MINI Cooper is the ability to remotely open and close your trunk and sunroof via the key fob. To accomplish this remove your keys from the ignition and press the unlock button three times fast. The car will then remain in accessory mode and allow you to press the lock button three times more.
mini cooper locked keys in car is another handy feature included with your new MINI Cooper Key Fob. The key fob will allow you to fold or unfold your wing mirrors which allows you to have more space in tight parking spaces. This feature can also help avoid the frustration of having someone else drive your vehicle and messing up your seat position, radio settings or other preferences you've carefully set up.
BimmerTech can encode your key fob if have a brand new MINI and would like to add additional functionality. We can deactivate an older key fob to keep it from being used to steal or to fool the driver and then recode the features you want. Learn more about our keyfob programming service here!