How Your Key Fob Can Make Your Life Easier
Your key fob can do more than unlocking your car's doors. Many fobs have other functions such as rolling down windows, or summoning your car to park itself.
The FB Series enclosures feature a coin cell battery holder that snaps in the right position. This battery can be used with key fob batteries. In addition, the key ring's molded slots make it easy to attach standard keys.
Comfort Access
Comfort Access is a well-loved accessory for mini cooper owners, as it helps them with the daily tasks of driving their car. This includes making it easier of getting into and out of their car especially when carrying heavy items or are having difficulty opening the door with normal keys.
The key fob is equipped with RFID, also known as radio frequency identification to unlock the vehicle. This system is different from traditional key chains which require that the driver insert the key into the slot. Instead the owner simply walks towards the vehicle and holds the key fob. The system also permits drivers to remotely open and close the trunk and also close and open the sunroof.
These features can be extremely useful for some drivers but they can also create problems. If your comfort access system isn't working as it should, there are a variety of ways to resolve the issue. These include ensuring that there aren't any obstructions between the car's sensors and the window or door handle and confirming that the key fob is correctly inserted into the vehicle's keyhole.
If you are still having issues start the car again and try again. If these steps do not work, you should contact an auto mechanic to seek further assistance.
Remote Start
A lot of people have difficulty believing that the MINI Cooper key fob actually has remote start, but it does. This allows you to remotely start your vehicle from as far as 70 meters (or 230 feet) away. If you're within range of the vehicle, simply press the 'lock' button two times and then press it again, holding it down for a few seconds, to initiate a remote engine start.
You will also be in a position to roll up and down your windows or sunroofs, which means you can take in the fresh air before you even get into your car. Remote mirror control is a amazing feature that you can activate by using the key fob. You can fold and unfold the wing mirrors just like with the switch on the car.
The key fob can also be used to shut the trunk. This is an excellent feature to have if you've forgotten to lock your vehicle. You can set up various driver profiles so that you can modify the temperature and seat position based on the person driving. If you share your BMW with someone you love, they can enjoy all the comforts of a BMW while keeping their own driving experience.
Remote Trunk Close
The key fob on your mini cooper has a few hidden functions that will make your life easier. It is among them the ability to remotely open or close your trunk. This is especially useful when you have a bulky item in the back of your car and do not want to lift it or unbuckle your seat belt. mini key can also use your key fob to move up or down the sunroof and windows this is great especially if you're stuck in an awkward spot and aren't feeling like getting out of your vehicle to open or close them.
Another cool thing about the key fob is that it can summon your vehicle, similar to Tesla's "summon" feature. This is accomplished by pressing the lock button on your key fob three times in succession. The car will then automatically return from or pull into a parking spot and stop at the spot you direct it to.
If you lose your key fob the first step is deactivating the device so that it cannot be used by a thief. It's simple and only takes a few minutes. There are instructions for deactivating your key fob in the owner's manual of your car or on its website. You can also buy a new keyfob, and have it programmed at a dealer. They will require your driver's licence as well as proof of ownership.
Remote Mirror Control
BMW focuses on providing motorists with features that make driving better. One of the most common luxuries that comes with a new MINI Cooper is the ability to remotely open and close your trunk as well as the sunroof using the key fob. To use this feature remove your key from the ignition and press the unlock button 3 times fast. The car remains in accessory mode so you can press the unlock button a third time.
Another great feature that comes with your brand new MINI Cooper key fob is Remote Mirror Control. It allows you to fold and unfold your wing mirrors using the key fob, which gives you more room in parking spots that are tight. This feature can also help avoid the stress of having another person drive your vehicle and mess up your seat positioning, radio settings or other preferences you have carefully set up.
If you own a brand-new MINI and want to add some extra functionality, consider getting your key fob encoded by BimmerTech! We can deactivate an older key fob to stop it from being used to steal or to fool the driver by recoding the features you want. Learn more about our key fob code services here!
