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BMW Key Fobs – More Than Just Locks and Unlocks BMW key fobs do more than just unlock and lock your vehicle. It can also control your windows and start your car. To program a new BMW key, insert it into the ignition and rotate it from one position to return five times as quickly. Press the lock button three times. Keyless entry BMW key fobs were designed to allow you to access your vehicle without the need for the physical key. They also allow you to lock and unlock your car remotely. They have a 30ft range and can unlock the trunk with an appropriate button. Some BMW models come with a “Smartkey” that allows the use of a smartphone instead of the key fob. If your phone is compatible with the car, you can use it to unlock the car or close the trunk by pressing and holding the lock button. Certain BMWs come with a motorized trunk that opens and closes the trunk by simply pressing an electronic switch. Key fobs can communicate with the vehicle using radio signals. The system will detect them once they are within range. The system is then able to activate features such as power boot release or sonic parking assistant. These functions can be turned on and off using key fobs or through the iDrive system. The dealer will program your new BMW key fob to work with the vehicle you own. For this reason, it's crucial to purchase your BMW key fob from a dealer you can trust. This means you can be sure that the key fob is genuine BMW part that is designed specifically for your vehicle based on the VIN. Key fobs include a remote engine start button, which can be used to crank the engine on certain BMW models. This can be beneficial for drivers who don't want to get out of their automobiles when it's raining or snowing. Place the working key into the ignition then turn it to 1 and then return it to zero 5 times. Press the unlock button three times on the new keyfob to verify that the program was successful. Repeat this procedure for any additional keys you'd like to program. Profiles of drivers The latest BMW key fobs come with a feature called driver profiles. The car is able to detect the type of key used and set the memory features based on that driver's preferences. For instance, the setting the radio's position or seat. This is helpful if two or more drivers use the same car, but have different preferences for their car's settings. You can export these settings from one key to the other using the Connected Drive app or website. You can also create a guest profile in case you need to allow another person to use your vehicle. Deactivating the BMW key can prevent a criminal from gaining access to your vehicle in the event that you lose it or you let it get into the wrong hands. This can be accomplished by our technicians or the dealer. The key deactivation blockage will disable and make inoperable the fob's identification signal and protect your vehicle from theft. bmw e46 key replacement have been designed to withstand moisture. They are unlikely to be damaged by normal usage like getting wet. Some premium fobs like the Display Key touchscreen are more vulnerable. They should be treated with extra care and kept away from the rain. It is possible to purchase a waterproof BMW key fob case to guard against water damage. You can also try out a pouch that blocks signals to protect your fob from being picked up by a radio amplifier but still allowing you to unlock your car. Hidden features Today's BMW key fobs are equipped with more functions than ever. They can unlock doors and even start the vehicle remotely. They can also make sounding sounds that help you find it in a parking space. They can also be used to control windows and other features in the vehicle. In addition to these features the key fobs can be programmed using memory hot keys that link with specific contacts and navigation locations. Most people don't realize that their key fobs have an in-built feature that allows them to open windows without having to enter the vehicle. This feature can be activated by pressing the unlock button for a few seconds and then pressing the button again. It can be used to open the sunroof, if the vehicle features one. This feature is beneficial for drivers who want to keep their vehicle cool, or for those who are unable to move around and struggle to open the windows manually. A feature that's not well-known is being able to remotely activate the car's sensors with an on the key fob. This feature is especially useful in the event of bad weather since it can prevent your car from being taken. This feature can be turned off or switched on via the infotainment menu. The key fob is able to control the air conditioning as well as the lights of the car. This is useful in the event that you're trying to come out of a bind, or it can just help you save time and effort. If you're driving a more recent BMW fob, it has an unnoticed feature that allows you to remote-start your vehicle for a brief period of time. This feature isn't activated by default. It must be enabled via the BMW app or the car's settings. Press and hold the fob's lock button for three minutes. The engine will start after a short time. Some fobs have a removable key blade inside which allows you to use it as a backup device in the event that your normal key gets lost or the battery dies. This feature is also useful when you're going to a destination and do not have spare keys. Battery replacement If your BMW key fob battery begins to get low it could be causing difficulties unlocking your car and launching it up. However, this issue can be resolved by following a few easy steps. Most of the time the key fob requires a new battery. Many convenience stores and auto parts shops offer the new battery for less than 10 dollars. This is an easy DIY car maintenance task that can be completed in a few minutes. Before beginning take out any metal keys from the key fob. Then, press in an elongated tab close to the key fob's center and pull the valet key out of its slot. This will reveal an opening that allows you to open the fob's case and swap off the battery that was in it. Use a flat screwdriver and tape to cut the fob. The old battery should pop out easily, and you can replace it with a new one. Make sure that the positive end is facing downwards and the negative end faces toward your key fob. After the battery has been installed, reassemble the fob case and replace any keys made of metal that you removed earlier. The key fob not only allows you to lock and unlock your vehicle, but it also records and saves important data about the driver. It is essential to maintain the key fob, and changing the battery is a great method to do this. This is a simple DIY project that will not only help you save money but will also keep your BMW running as new. To find out more about the advantages of the BMW key fob or to find out how to obtain a replacement battery contact the team at Tulley BMW of Nashua today. We're always ready to assist!