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Why is MY BMW key locked in the trunk?

Why is MY BMW key locked in the trunk?

BMW owners with automatic tailgates often get locked out of their trunks due to several reasons — either their car battery is dead, the trunk release button is not working or their BMW key gets locked in the trunk. Fortunately, there are a few ways to get yourself out of those sticky situations.

What to do if your car key won’t work?

The battery in your transponder key might be worn out; have this checked and replaced by your car’s dealer or an automotive locksmith like Night & Day Locksmiths. The programming of the computer chip might also be malfunctioning; your car’s owner’s manual should tell you how to reprogram it, usually by hitting a series of buttons in a row.

Why is my key not working on my Outback?

Turns out that the car went into anti-theft lockdown mode and after a little while the key fob worked again. Not sure what caused that to happen as there are no visual indications of something hitting the car or trying to break in. . . . inserting the key manually in the door won’t unlock it either. Click to expand…

What are the common problems with Mercedes key fobs?

Common Mercedes Key Fob Problems Go to top 1 Mercedes key fob not working after battery change 2 Mercedes remote doesn’t work anymore 3 Keyless remote doesn’t lock/unlock the car 4 Mercedes key fob won’t unlock doors 5 Panic button doesn’t work 6 Trunk unlock doesn’t work

Why is my transponder car key not working?

This chip can be damaged, or the receiver for its signal can stop working. If anything is interfering with the signal between the transponder key and the car immobilizer unit, your car will not start. With two communicating parts, it is important to check both when the car key is not working. You likely have transponder car keys if…

Can you make a new key for an antique trunk?

Make sure your locksmith know their way around making keys on a key cutter and understands the mechanics of your antique trunk locks. With or without a trace of a key, the right locksmith can make a new key. Yes, a locksmith can more easily copy a broken key, but they can also use the existing lock.

What causes a car key to stop working?

Often the transponder chip is housed in a bit of plastic, covering the bow/thumbturn of your key. If the blade of your car key protrudes out of an attached remote, the transponder chip is likely in the remote. This chip can be damaged, or the receiver for its signal can stop working.

How to tell if your car key fob is damaged?

Signs of internally damaged key fobs 1 The key fob has been submerged in water. 2 Your car key fob has been struck or placed under extreme pressure. 3 Buttons no longer depress, click, and/or are loose.

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