BMW 3: Malfunction
General information
A Check Control message is displayed.
Vehicle key recognition by the vehicle may malfunction under the following circumstances:
- The battery of the vehicle key is discharged.
- Interference of the radio connection from transmission towers or other equipment with high transmitting power.
- Shielding of the vehicle key due to metal objects.
Do not transport the vehicle key together with metal objects.
- Interference of the radio connection from mobile
phones or other electronic devices in direct
proximity to the vehicle key.
Do not transport the vehicle key together with electronic devices.
- Interference of radio transmission by a charging process of mobile devices, for instance charging of a mobile phone.
- The vehicle key is in direct proximity of the
wireless charging tray.
Place the vehicle key in a different location.
In the case of interference, the vehicle can be unlocked and locked from the outside with the integrated key.
Switching the drive-ready state on via emergency detection of the vehicle key
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It is not possible to switch on the drive-ready state if the vehicle key has not been detected.
Proceed as follows in this case:
1. Hold the back of the vehicle key against the marked area on the steering column. Pay attention to the display in the instrument cluster.
2. If the vehicle key is detected: Switch on drive-ready state within 10 seconds.
If the vehicle key is not recognized, slightly change the position of the vehicle key and repeat the procedure.
Frequently Asked Questions
What precautions can be taken to be able to open a vehicle with an accidentally locked in vehicle key?
- The options provided by the Remote Services
of the BMW Connected app include the
ability to lock and unlock a vehicle.
This requires an active BMW Connected‐ Drive contract and the BMW Connected app must be installed on a smartphone.
- Unlocking the vehicle can be requested via
the BMW ConnectedDrive Call Center.
An active BMW ConnectedDrive contract is required.
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Integrated key
General information
The driver's door can be locked and unlocked
without the vehicle key using the integrated key.
The integrated key also fits the glove compartment.
Safety information
Warning
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Buttons for the central
locking system
General information
In the event of a severe accident, the vehicle is
automatically unlocked. The hazard warning system
and interior lights come on.
Overview
Buttons for the central locking system.
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Comfort Access
Concept
The vehicle can be accessed without operating
the vehicle key.
Carrying the vehicle key with you, e.g., in your
pants pocket, is sufficient.
The vehicle automatically detects the vehicle key
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Displays and operation
The function does not have any separate display or operating elements. The
function is only available
in the HYBRID ECO PRO driving mode. The function cannot be deactivated.
Recuperation is displayed as usual in the instrument cluster below the
drive-ready state indicator
(CHARGE area).
Messages
Concept
The menu centrally displays all messages arriving
in the vehicle in list form.
General information
The following messages can be displayed:
Traffic messages.
Check Control messages.
Service requirements messages.
Communication messages, for example emails,
SMS text messages or reminder
