How Your Key Fob Can Make Your Life Easier
Your key fob can do more than just unlock your car door. Many fobs are equipped with additional capabilities, like opening windows, or directing your car to park itself.
FB Series enclosures are designed to accommodate a PCB. They include a snap-in coin cell battery holder compatible with the most popular key fob batteries. Plus, molded key ring slots allow you to attach standard keys.
Comfort Access
Comfort Access is very popular among mini cooper owners as it aids them in their daily driving chores. This accessory helps you get into and out of the car, particularly if you are carrying heavy objects or have trouble opening the door using normal keys.
The key fob utilizes RFID, also known as radio-frequency ID to unlock the vehicle. Unlike traditional key chains that require the driver to insert the key into a slot, this system requires the owner to approach the vehicle with the key fob in hand. The system allows drivers to open and close the trunk remotely as well as close or open the sunroof.
While these features are useful for certain drivers, they can also create problems. There are a few steps you can do to fix your comfort access system if it's not working properly. You should also ensure that there aren't any obstructions between your car's sensors the window button, or door handle and that the key fob is properly inserted into your keyhole in your car.
If you're still experiencing issues try restarting the car and try again. If none of these methods work, you should contact an expert mechanic for further assistance.
Remote Start
Many people are shocked to learn that the MINI Cooper keyfob has remote start. Adding this to your car will allow you to start your car remotely from as far as 70 meters away (or about 230 feet). If you are within range of the vehicle, press the lock button two times and then press it again, pressing it down for a couple of seconds, to initiate a remote engine start.
You can also roll up or down your windows and sunroof to enjoy the fresh air even before you step into your car. Remote mirror control is a cool feature you can enable via the key fob. This allows you to fold and unfold your wing mirrors, just like you would with the switch in the car.
The key fob can also be used for closing the trunk. This is a fantastic option if you have forgotten to lock your car. You can create different driver profiles so that you can adjust the climate and seat position in accordance with the person driving. If you share your BMW with someone else they can enjoy all the comforts of a BMW while keeping their own unique driving experience.
Remote Trunk Close
The key fob of your mini cooper can be used to make your life easier. One of them is the capability to open and close the trunk of your car from a distance. This is particularly useful in the event that you have a large object that is in the trunk of your car, and you don't want to lift it up or unbuckle your belt. You can also make use of your key fob to open or close the sunroof and windows this is great especially if you're stuck in an area that is tight and you don't want to get out of your car to open or close them.
The key fob is able to call your vehicle, just as Tesla's "summoning" feature. mini car keys on the key fob has to be press three times in succession. Then your car will stop or pull out of an parking spot and stop when you have instructed it to.
The first thing you need to do if you lose your key fob is to deactivate it. This will prevent it from being used by burglars. It's easy and takes only a few minutes. You can find deactivation instructions in the owner's guidebook or on the automaker's website. You can also purchase an entirely new key fob and have it programmed at the dealership, but you'll need your driver's licence and proof of ownership.
Remote Mirror Control
BMW is focused on providing its customers with features that make driving their cars better. One of the most popular luxuries that comes 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 3 times in a row. The car will then remain in accessory mode, allowing you to push the lock button one more.
Another feature that is included with your new MINI Cooper key fob is Remote Mirror Control. It lets you fold and unfold your wing mirrors using the key fob, which gives you more room even in tight parking spots. This feature also prevents you from having someone else drive the vehicle and mess up your radio settings, seat position or other preferences you've set.
If you own a new MINI and would like to add some additional features, consider getting your key fob programmed by BimmerTech! 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 coder service here!