BMW remote key fob
The BMW key fob is packed with convenient functions. The fob can not only lock and unlock your doors or open the boot, but in some cases can control your windows, start the engine, disable your BMW sensors and more. very much. Keep reading to learn a lot more about what hidden key fob tricks you can expect.
Opening and closing the window
The BMW Key Fob function is available in E/F/G-Series models.
To open your windows without getting into your BMW, you press and hold the unlock button on your key fob for a few seconds, as soon as you release the button, the windows will close. If your vehicle has a sunroof, simply press and hold the unlock button for a few seconds and the sunroof will slowly open until you release the button.
Locking your windows is very straightforward, you just press and hold the unlock button for a few seconds until the windows closes completely.
With older BMW models you simply insert the key into the lock and hold it in the locked position until the windows are fully closed, if you also want to close your sunroof you just Hold down the key for a few seconds. Keep it in the same position. The sunroof is closed. This is a great feature because it means you don't have to get back into the car, start the engine and close all the windows and the sunroof.
Folding mirror
The BMW Key Fob mirror folding function is available in F/G-Series models.
Another BMW feature, is the ability to fold down the vehicle's windows when the user presses the lock on the key fob. This is a handy feature as it can be used if your vehicle is parked in a tight spot or on a main road and you want to prevent any unwanted damage.
However, this feature will only be in the latest models while older models will have the option to program it into their software.
This can be done by going to your 'iDrive' menu, selecting 'My Vehicle', entering 'Vehicle settings', selecting 'Doors and keys', 'Fold mirrors when locked' ' and can be done by selecting 'Unlock' and 'Unlock'. Journey's End'. .
After this coding is added to the vehicle's software, the mirrors will fold in when locked and fold in when unlocked.
The BMW Key Fob function is available in F/G/E-Series models.
There is one function that many BMW owners are unaware of, which is the key blade that can be found inside the key fob. To find it you need to remove your key by squeezing your fob on the tap at one end. After doing this, you will need to find the key slot on the door handle of your BMW. Some are easy to see, but in other cases you'll have to look behind the door handle or unscrew the plastic cap, which can hide the slot.
This function can be very convenient if the electronics fail, as it will open the door quickly and solve the problem. Another advantage of this function is that the key blade comes in handy if the key fob battery dies or is damaged, and you don't have a spare.
Start/Stop.
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A start/stop button is available on the new BMW, the main purpose of the button is to save fuel. This feature is automatically activated whenever you enter and start the vehicle.
If you don't like this feature, you can disable it by pressing a button on the dash. However, the next time you turn the vehicle off and start it again (with the key), the start/stop system will start.
Memory hot keys
BMW's memory hotkeys have a hidden feature, most people think they are used to select the radio station. However, they can be programmed to link to your contacts, navigation destinations and settings. For example, pressing one of the memory hotkeys can be programmed to take you to your home destination (or a destination you regularly travel to). Once it is programmed, and you press the button, it will immediately start moving to the programmed destination.