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How Your Key Fob Can Make Your Life Easier
Your key fob can do more than just unlocking your car's doors. Some fobs can perform other capabilities, like opening and closing windows, or even directing your vehicle to park itself.
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Comfort Access
Comfort Access is popular among mini cooper owners as it helps them with their daily driving tasks. This accessory helps you get in and out of the car, particularly if you are carrying heavy items or have difficulty opening the door with standard keys.
The key fob is a tiny device that uses RFID, also known as radio-frequency identification to unlock the vehicle. Contrary to traditional key chains which require the driver to insert the key into the slot, this system simply needs the owner to walk up to the vehicle with the key fob in hand. The system allows drivers to open and close the trunk via remote and also shut or open the sunroof.
These features can be extremely beneficial for certain drivers, but they can also lead to issues. If your comfort access system isn't functioning as it should, there are several options you can use to solve the issue. This includes making sure there's no obstruction between the car's sensors and the door handle or window button and verifying that the key fob is correctly inserted into the vehicle's keyhole.
If mini key fob replacement are still having issues restart the car and try again. If these steps aren't working you should contact a mechanic to get additional help.
Remote Start
Many people have trouble believing that the MINI Cooper key fob actually has remote start, but it actually does. This will allow you to remotely start your vehicle from as far as 70 meters (or 230 feet) away. Press the lock button repeatedly and hold it down for several seconds to activate a remote start.
You can also roll up and down your windows and sunroofs to enjoy the fresh air before you get in your car. Remote mirror control is another awesome feature that you can turn on using the key fob. You can fold and unfold the wing mirrors just like with the switch on the car.
You can also utilize the key fob to close your trunk, which is extremely handy if forgotten to lock your car. You can even set distinct driver profiles, so that you can alter the seat and mirrors position and climate settings based on who is driving it. If you're sharing your car with a friend or spouse, they'll be able to experience all the conveniences of your BMW while still enjoying a private and comfortable driving.
Remote Trunk Close
The key fob on your mini cooper can be used to simplify your life. Among them is the ability to remotely open or close your trunk. This is particularly helpful when you have a bulky object that is in the trunk of your car, and you don't want to lift it up or remove your belt. You can also make use of the key fob in order to open or close your windows and sunroof when you are parked in a tight place and don't want get out of your car to do this.
Another cool thing about the key fob is that it will summon your car like Tesla's "summon" feature. It works by pressing the lock button on your key fob three times in a row. Your car will then automatically return to the parking space or pull into an area for parking and stop exactly where you point it to.
The first thing you should do if you lose your key fob is disable it. This will stop it from being used by a burglar. It's simple and takes only a few minutes. There are instructions for deactivating the key fob in the owner's manual for your vehicle or on its website. You can also buy an additional key fob and have it programmed at the dealer, though they'll require your driver's license and proof of ownership.
Remote Mirror Control
BMW is focused on providing its customers with features that help them enjoy their cars more. The ability to open and shut the trunk and open the sunroof from the key fob is one of the most commonly used features that come with a new MINI Cooper. To make this work take your key out of the ignition and press the unlock button three times in a row. The car remains in accessory mode so you can hit the unlock button three times.
Another useful feature that comes with your new MINI Cooper key fob is Remote Mirror Control. The key fob lets you to fold or unfold your wing-mirrors, allowing you more room in tight parking spaces. This feature also prevents you from having another person drive the vehicle and mess with your radio settings and seat position, as well as other preferences you've carefully set.
BimmerTech can code your key fob, if you have a brand new MINI and would like to enhance the functionality. We can deactivate a previous key fob in order to prevent it from being used for theft or to deceive the driver and then change the features that you want. Learn more about our keyfob coding service here!