06-28-2016, 11:57 AM | #1 |
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When do I need to plug the remote into the dash?
I've just bought a 2013 X1 sDrive28 and realize I do not need to use the remote to lock, unlock, or drive the car. So why would I bother plugging it into its slot in the dash?
The remote's internal battery charges when it's plugged into the dash, so I understand I'll need to plug it in once in a while. And yes, I believe the car's operational data is uploaded to the remote when it's plugged in, so that's another reason for doing so occasionally. But in day-to-day operation, is there ever any need to remove the remote from my pocket? I'm a newbie to this car and the latest BMW technology so I would really appreciate an answer! Thanks! |
06-28-2016, 12:14 PM | #2 |
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The only time you need to plug the remote into the dash is if the battery dies in the remote. The dash port does not charge it, there is a replaceable battery in the remote. The battery will be replaced under warranty as long as the 4/50 warranty is in force.
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06-28-2016, 12:25 PM | #3 |
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The battery is only rechargeable in non-Comfort Access remotes.
I know people who haven't plugged theirs in for years. I don't think I've plugged mine in ever and the service data seems to have been present in the remote when I went in for service (I had a query on AS/S not working right and they pulled everything up) |
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06-28-2016, 12:27 PM | #4 |
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Thanks -- I just discovered that while the regular remote is rechargable, my Comfort Access unit uses replaceable batteries.
Question: Does the remote need to be plugged in to record my settings for seat position, radio station, etc. so they activate automatically when I unlock the vehicle? |
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06-28-2016, 12:35 PM | #5 | |
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The vehicle is supplied with two remote con‐ trols with keys. Each remote control contains a rechargeable battery that is automatically recharged when it is in the ignition lock while the car is being driven. Use each remote control at least twice a year for longer road trips in order to maintain the batteries' charge status. In vehicles equipped with Comfort Access, the remote control contains a replaceable battery, refer to page 38. So does that mean that the remote for comfort access is different than non comfort? |
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06-28-2016, 03:57 PM | #7 |
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Yes, the keys are different for comfort access vs non comfort access.
And I'm not sure about recording personalizations when not plugged in, but mine records everything just fine and I don't remember ever plugging it in. So either I forgot when I plugged it in, or it records when not plugged in. |
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