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How Your Key Fob Can Make Your Life Easier The key fob on your key can do more than unlock your car door. Many fobs are equipped with additional capabilities, like opening windows, or directing your car to park itself. The FB Series enclosures feature a coin cell battery holder that snaps into the right position. This battery is compatible with key fob batteries. In addition, the key ring's molded slots allow you to attach standard keys. Comfort Access Comfort Access is a well-loved accessory for mini cooper owners because it assists them with the everyday tasks of driving their car. This accessory helps you get in and out of the car, especially if are carrying heavy objects or have difficulty opening the door using regular keys. The key fob uses radio-frequency ID, or RFID to unlock the vehicle. In contrast to traditional key chains that require the driver to insert the key into a slot this system simply needs the owner to approach the vehicle with the key fob at hand. The system allows drivers to open and close the trunk without having to go through the steps and also closing or opening the sunroof. While these features can be extremely useful for certain drivers, they also can cause problems. There are a few steps you can do to solve your comfort access system if it's not working as it should. You can also make sure that there aren't any obstructions between your car's sensors as well as the window button or door handle, and the key fob is properly inserted into the car keyhole. If you're still having issues, try restarting the car and try again. If none of these methods work, you may need to contact a mechanic to get additional help. Remote Start Many people have trouble believing that the MINI Cooper key fob actually has remote start, but it actually does. This allows you to remotely start your vehicle from as far as 70 meters (or 230 feet) away. When in range of the vehicle, simply press the 'lock' button 2 times and then press it once more, holding it down for a couple of seconds, to enable a remote engine starting. You can also roll up and down your windows and enjoy the fresh air even before you get into your car. Remote mirror control is another cool feature you can activate via the key fob. It will let you 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 in case you forget to lock your vehicle. You can set up various driver profiles so that you can adjust the climate and seat position based on the driver. If you're sharing your vehicle with a friend or spouse, they will be able to enjoy all the comforts of your BMW while still enjoying a private and comfortable drive. Remote Trunk Close The key fob on your mini cooper comes with some hidden functions that will simplify your life. One of them is the ability to open and close the trunk of your car from a distance. This is especially useful if you have a large object in the trunk of your car, and don't want to get it up or take off your belt. You can also make use of the key fob to open or shut your windows and sunroof when you're in an awkward area and don't wish to get out of your car to do this. Another interesting feature of the key fob is that you can summon your car like Tesla's “summon” feature. This works by pressing the lock button on your key fob three times in succession. Your car will then return from or pull into an area for parking and stop where you direct it to. The first thing you need to do when you lose your key fob is deactivate it. This will stop it from being used by burglars. It's easy to do and takes only less than a few minutes. You can find deactivation instructions in the owner's manual or on the automaker's website. You can also purchase a new keyfob and have it programmed at the dealer. They will need your driver's licence and proof of ownership. Remote Mirror Control BMW is all about providing their customers with features that improve the performance of their cars. One of the most common extras that come with a new MINI Cooper is the ability to remotely open and close your trunk as well as the sunroof from the key fob. To enable this feature remove your key from the ignition, without turning off the power 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. Another handy feature that comes with your new MINI Cooper key fob is Remote Mirror Control. The key fob allows you to fold or unfold your wing mirrors, allowing you more room in tight parking spaces. This feature can also allow you to avoid the stress of having another person drive your vehicle and tamper with your seat placement as well as radio settings and other settings that you've carefully set up. new mini key can encode your key fob in case you have a brand new MINI and want to add more features. We can deactivate your old lost key fob so it is not used to steal or trick the driver. We will then recode it with the features you want. Find out more about our key fob coding services here!