A friend had a key fob for an older Mini model that lacked a battery at all. We were given the opportunity to make a video opening and starting the car with the battery-less fob. And it worked.
It provides further proof that the emergency or back-up open and start procedures work when key fob batteries die.
These models feature a start/stop button with an ignition lock alongside, both behind the steering wheel. In models with comfort access, the ignition lock is required unless the model is equipped with comfort access. Then the lock is unnecessary to start the vehicle and the vehicle can be opened with the touch of a button on the door handle.
We also have footage for a battery replacement video in the older Mini key fobs, which we’ll put together next.
The material on these pages is provided for information sharing purposes only and should not be used in lieu of an OEM service manual or factory authorized service procedure. We are not in the auto repair business, nor do we publish automotive service manuals. Nothing we include on these pages and posts has been reviewed, approved or authorized by any vehicle manufacturer.
Remember — only proper service and repair procedures will ensure the safe and reliable operation of your car. In addition, proper safety procedures and precautions, such as the use of safety goggles, the right tools and the equipment should be followed at all times to eliminate the possibility of personal injury or improper service which could damage the vehicle or compromise its safety.
Technology is always changing and what is current and accurate today may be literally out-of-date and inaccurate tomorrow. And when it comes to the current state of flux in the auto industry, nothing is more true.
The author has 30+ years of automotive experience and has assembled the most extensive collection of symbols and warning lights anywhere (over 1,000!) and can help you open and start any keyless start car with a dead key fob battery. BA, St. Joseph’s, ME: MS, RPI, NY
New video added for drivers of older Mini model
A friend had a key fob for an older Mini model that lacked a battery at all. We were given the opportunity to make a video opening and starting the car with the battery-less fob. And it worked.
It provides further proof that the emergency or back-up open and start procedures work when key fob batteries die.
We also have footage for a battery replacement video in the older Mini key fobs, which we’ll put together next.
The video can be seen here at YouTube or at our BMW and Mini video page, which now holds 12 videos.
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The material on these pages is provided for information sharing purposes only and should not be used in lieu of an OEM service manual or factory authorized service procedure. We are not in the auto repair business, nor do we publish automotive service manuals. Nothing we include on these pages and posts has been reviewed, approved or authorized by any vehicle manufacturer.
Remember — only proper service and repair procedures will ensure the safe and reliable operation of your car. In addition, proper safety procedures and precautions, such as the use of safety goggles, the right tools and the equipment should be followed at all times to eliminate the possibility of personal injury or improper service which could damage the vehicle or compromise its safety.
Technology is always changing and what is current and accurate today may be literally out-of-date and inaccurate tomorrow. And when it comes to the current state of flux in the auto industry, nothing is more true.
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The author has 30+ years of automotive experience and has assembled the most extensive collection of symbols and warning lights anywhere (over 1,000!) and can help you open and start any keyless start car with a dead key fob battery. BA, St. Joseph’s, ME: MS, RPI, NY