How Your Key Fob Can Make Your Life Easier

Your key fob can do more than unlock your car's doors. Some fobs can also perform other functions such as rolling down windows, or summoning your car to park itself.

FB Series enclosures are designed to accommodate a PCB. They have a snap-in coin battery holder that can be used with the most popular key fob batteries. Key ring slots are molded into the enclosures to allow you to attach keys.

Comfort Access

Comfort Access is a favorite among mini cooper owners because it assists them with their daily driving tasks. This includes easing the process of getting in and out of their vehicle, especially when they are carrying heavy items or have difficulty opening the door with regular keys.

The key fob is a tiny device that utilizes RFID, also known as radio-frequency identification to unlock the vehicle. Unlike traditional key chains that require the user to insert the key into the slot, this system simply needs the owner to walk up to the vehicle with the key fob held in hand. The system lets drivers open and close the trunk from a distance and also close or open the sunroof.

These features can be very beneficial for certain drivers but they can also cause problems. If your comfort access isn't working as it is supposed to, there are a few ways to resolve the issue. It is important to ensure that there are no obstructions between the car's sensors and the window or door handle, and confirming that the key fob has been properly inserted into the car's keyhole.

If you're still experiencing issues, try restarting the car and try it again. If these steps don't work you should contact a mechanic to get 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. It allows you to remotely start your vehicle from up to 70 meters (or 230 feet) away. If you're within range of the vehicle, press the 'lock' button two times, then press it again, pressing it down for a couple of seconds, to trigger a remote engine start.

You can also roll up and down your windows and sunroofs to enjoy the fresh air even before you get in your vehicle. Remote mirror control is a cool feature you can enable with the key fob. This lets you fold and unfold your wing mirrors, exactly like you do with the switch in your car.

You can also make use of the key fob to close your trunk, which is extremely useful if you've neglected to lock your car. You can even set different driver profiles, so you can alter the seat and mirrors' position and also the climate settings based on who is driving it. If you share your BMW with a spouse or friend, they can enjoy all the comforts, while still maintaining their personal driving experience.

Remote Trunk Close

The key fob that you have for your mini cooper can be used to simplify your life. One of them is the capability for you to open or close the trunk of your car from a distance. This is particularly useful if you have a heavy object in the back of your car and do not want to lift it up or unbuckle your seatbelt. You can also make use of the key fob to open or close your windows and sunroof if you're in a secluded location and don't want to get out of your vehicle to do that.

Another great feature of the key fob is that it has the ability to summon your car similar to Tesla's "summon" feature. This is done by pressing the lock button on your key fob three times in succession. Then the car will automatically move out or back into an parking spot and stop where you tell it to.

The first thing you need to do in the event that you lose your key fob is to disable it. This will stop it from being used by a burglar. It's easy and takes only several minutes. You can find the steps for deactivating the key fob in the owner's manual for your vehicle or on its website. You can also purchase an entirely new key fob and have it programmed at the dealership, but they'll need your driver's license and proof of ownership.

Remote Mirror Control

BMW is focused on providing motorists with features that improve their driving. 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 through the key fob. To get this to work remove your key from the ignition, without turning off the ignition and then press the unlock button three times in rapid succession. The car will remain in accessory mode, allowing you to press the lock button a few times more.

Remote Mirror Control is another useful feature that comes with the new mini key Cooper Key Fob. The key fob allows you to fold or unfold your wing-mirrors which allows you to have more space in tight parking spaces. This feature can also allow you to avoid the annoyance of having someone else drive your vehicle and tamper with your seat placement and radio settings, or mini key any other preferences you have carefully set up.

If you own a brand-new mini cooper keys and want to add some extra functionality think about having your key fob coded by BimmerTech! We can deactivate your previous key fob to ensure it can't be used to steal or trick the driver and then modify it with the features you desire. Learn more about our keyfob programming service here!