How Your Key Fob Can Make Your Life Easier

Your key fob can do more than just unlock your car's door. Many fobs have additional functions, such as rolling down windows or summoning your vehicle to park itself.

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Comfort Access

Comfort Access is very popular among mini cooper owners as it helps them with the daily tasks of driving. This includes easing the process of getting into and out of their vehicle particularly when they are carrying bulky items or have trouble opening the door using standard keys.

The key fob uses RFID, also known as radio frequency identification, in order to unlock the vehicle. This is different from traditional key chains, which require the driver inserting the key into the slot. Instead the owner walks into the vehicle and holds the key fob. The system also permits drivers to remotely open and shut the trunk and shut and open the sunroof.

These features can be extremely useful for some drivers but they can also lead to issues. There are a few things you can do to fix your comfort access system if it's not working properly. This includes making sure there are no obstructions between the car's sensors and the window or door handle and verifying that the key fob is correctly inserted into the vehicle's keyhole.

If you're still having issues Try restarting your car and try again. If these steps aren't working call a mechanic for assistance.

Remote Start

Many people have a hard time believing that the MINI Cooper key fob actually has remote start, but it does. If you add this feature to your car, it will enable you to start your vehicle remotely from as far as 70 meters away (or 230 feet). Click the 'lock button' twice, then hold it for a few seconds to initiate a remote start.

You will also be allowed to roll up and down your windows or sunroof, so you can enjoy fresh air before you even get in your car. Another cool feature you can activate with the key fob is remote mirror control. You can fold and unfold the wing mirrors in the same way as using the switch on the car.

You can also make use of the key fob to close your trunk, which is very useful if you've not locked your vehicle. You can even set different profiles for drivers, so you can alter the seat or mirrors' positions as well as the temperature settings based on the person driving it. This way, if you're sharing your vehicle with a companion or spouse, they'll be able to experience all the conveniences of your BMW while still enjoying a private and comfortable drive.

Remote Trunk Close

The key fob of your mini cooper can be used to make your life easier. One of them is the ability to open and close the trunk of your car from a distance. This is especially helpful when you have a large object in the back of your vehicle and don't want to lift it off or unbuckle your seatbelt. You can also use your key fob to open or close the windows and sunroof which is ideal when you're in an unfriendly spot and don't want to get out of your vehicle to open or close them.

The key fob can summon your car, just as Tesla's "summoning" feature. It works by pressing the lock button on your key fob three times in a row. Your car will automatically back out of or pull into an area for parking and stop wherever you direct it to.

The first thing you need to do in the event that you lose your key fob is to deactivate it. This will stop it from being used by a burglar. This is a simple process and takes only a few seconds. You can find deactivation instructions in your owner's manual or on the automaker's website. You can also buy an entirely new key fob and have it programmed by the dealer, but they'll require your driver's license and proof of ownership.

Remote Mirror Control

BMW concentrates on providing drivers with the amenities that will make driving better. The possibility of opening and closing the trunk as well as the sunroof via the key fob one of the most popular features offered by the new mini key Cooper. To use this feature remove your key from the ignition without turning off the ignition and then press the unlock button three times in rapid succession. The car remains in accessory mode which allows you to 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 will allow you to fold or unfold your wing mirrors giving you more space in tight parking spaces. This feature can also help avoid the frustration of having someone else drive your car and mess up your seat positioning, radio settings or other preferences you have carefully set up.

BimmerTech can encode your key fob if you have a brand new MINI and would like to add additional functionality. We can turn off your old key fob to ensure it is not used to steal or fool the driver. We can then encode it with the features you'd like. Learn more about our key fob programming services here!