Carishme Posted June 19 Share Posted June 19 Hello, my key fob consistently opens the chasis and ignition, however it does not always lock the door.The task of locking the door is more challenging, approaching a difficulty level of around 1 in 10.What is happening? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shadesmo Posted June 19 Share Posted June 19 Have you just installed a new battery in it? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Carishme Posted June 19 Author Share Posted June 19 No, but, as I previously said in another discussion, my automobile has been sent to the dealership many times this year for repairs. It is now time for me to get the car following the completion of the repair work. The specific issue with the car was related to the key fob.It is likely that they have caused damage to it in some way. It is peculiar that the only issue is the inability to lock the doors, which suggests that the battery is not the problem. Is my assumption incorrect? Did they manipulate it in a way that caused it to malfunction, such as decoding it in some manner? It is possible that they may have damaged the lock button, causing it to malfunction. The lock button was functioning properly before they had access to the car, prior to it being sent to the dealership for servicing. Mechanics have been known to do damage to our vehicles. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Notef Posted June 19 Share Posted June 19 If the dealership caused any damage, I would want them to rectify it. Inform them that the automobile was functioning well until they took possession of it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Carishme Posted June 19 Author Share Posted June 19 Notef It would be desirable, but, they consistently refuse to acknowledge any wrongdoing. I will never visit the dealership again! A month ago, I had an issue with the red oil pressure warning light.Ultimately, they made an incorrect diagnosis which resulted in a financial loss of 1700 euros for me. Furthermore, they are attempting to evade accountability by claiming that they followed proper procedures, despite evidence to the contrary. Furthermore, BMW Greece provides assistance to them. Does anybody know the email address for BMW Germany's consumer complaints centre? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Notef Posted June 19 Share Posted June 19 This is of any assistance. https://www.bmwgroup.com/en/general/contact.html Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Carishme Posted June 19 Author Share Posted June 19 I have seen it, but, there is no pertinent information present. Discovered an email address, likely intended for German nationals. Â https://www.bmw.de/de/footer/metanavigation/bmw-kontakt/bmw-kundenbetreuung.html Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Carishme Posted June 19 Author Share Posted June 19 According to someone, the issue is likely caused by a malfunctioning microswitch in the lock button.However, I lack the knowledge or understanding on how to rectify that issue. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Meltarb Posted June 19 Share Posted June 19 An expedient solution would be to open the key and thoroughly clean it with electrical contact cleaner. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Carishme Posted June 19 Author Share Posted June 19 However, could you please clarify the mechanism by which it opens? Additionally, do we have access to any video footage that demonstrates the opening process? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Samuraisaint Posted June 19 Share Posted June 19 Unless it is equipped with easy access and a changeable battery, the fob requires cutting along the seam since it is not designed to be opened. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Carishme Posted June 19 Author Share Posted June 19 This individual demonstrated to me an alternative variant where the same key is affixed to the electrical green plate-chip, rendering the battery non-removable. Even if I am able to access it, I am completely unfamiliar with the contents and have no understanding of its organisation. It is all completely incomprehensible to me. Which IT expert is knowledgeable about these cryptographic keys? Are you looking for an electrician, a mechanic, or someone skilled in locksmithing? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Samuraisaint Posted June 19 Share Posted June 19 The little micro switches located on the other side of the PCB from the battery are unmistakable. Proficiency in using a soldering iron is necessary to replace them. There are eBay sellers that specialise in replacing switches, or you might visit an electronics repair shop that has experience in soldering tiny components into circuit boards, such as those seen in televisions. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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