[quote="Don Coffey"]
Sounds like new batteries to me, E53 doesn't have the rechargeable key fob.
Don
[/quote]
It does .........mine is definitely an E53 and the fob is rechargeable.......
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Key range
Re: Key range
X5 2005 Le Mans Blue 4.8is
Fully loaded but Now semi-retired!
X5 2012 Alpine White 40d MSport 21" style 215 black alloys, rear entertainment, media package, comfort seats and a load of other options.
Fully loaded but Now semi-retired!
X5 2012 Alpine White 40d MSport 21" style 215 black alloys, rear entertainment, media package, comfort seats and a load of other options.
Re: Key range
[quote="MJim"]
Isn't there an option to set the car to self lock after a certain period of time after unlocking?
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Oh dear, whatever you do, don't activate this one if it exists!! VWs of a certain age lock automatically after a certain time and this caused considerable chaos only a few weeks back when our ancient Caravelle did this after the keys, housekeys, mobile phone etc were placed on the front seat and attention diverted a way for a moment............ I had just arrived at work 40 miles away from home and got a panicky call about being locked out of everything (charitable passing dogwalker allowed use of mobile to make panicky phone call!!)
Luckiily, I know the local locksmith shop is less than a mile away and managed to locate him before he set out on his jobs and a total disaster was averted. Called the RAC as well - took over 2 hours to arrive in the end, long after the locksmith had organised the lockout! Didn't cancel as there was a flat wheel as well - how many problems can happen to one person in one day
So this autolocking the car if left open for a brief period without starting is not a great idea..........
Isn't there an option to set the car to self lock after a certain period of time after unlocking?
[/quote]
Oh dear, whatever you do, don't activate this one if it exists!! VWs of a certain age lock automatically after a certain time and this caused considerable chaos only a few weeks back when our ancient Caravelle did this after the keys, housekeys, mobile phone etc were placed on the front seat and attention diverted a way for a moment............ I had just arrived at work 40 miles away from home and got a panicky call about being locked out of everything (charitable passing dogwalker allowed use of mobile to make panicky phone call!!)
Luckiily, I know the local locksmith shop is less than a mile away and managed to locate him before he set out on his jobs and a total disaster was averted. Called the RAC as well - took over 2 hours to arrive in the end, long after the locksmith had organised the lockout! Didn't cancel as there was a flat wheel as well - how many problems can happen to one person in one day
So this autolocking the car if left open for a brief period without starting is not a great idea..........
X5 2005 Le Mans Blue 4.8is
Fully loaded but Now semi-retired!
X5 2012 Alpine White 40d MSport 21" style 215 black alloys, rear entertainment, media package, comfort seats and a load of other options.
Fully loaded but Now semi-retired!
X5 2012 Alpine White 40d MSport 21" style 215 black alloys, rear entertainment, media package, comfort seats and a load of other options.
Re: Key range
I take the point, but when I'm driving my keys are either in the car or my pocket. Slight risk for my wife but only v small - usually good with things like that. An unlocked car however could cost £000s in damage - central London so there are those that patrol at night looking for 'opportunities'.
Current: 40d M Sport, deep sea blue, oyster, 19in
Spare: VW Golf V5
History: TVR Chimera 5.0
First Car: Peugeot 205 GTI 1.9
Spare: VW Golf V5
History: TVR Chimera 5.0
First Car: Peugeot 205 GTI 1.9
Re: Key range
[quote="MJim"]
Isn't there an option to set the car to self lock after a certain period of time after unlocking?
[/quote]
It only locks the doors again if one has not been opened, so if you accidentally unlock the car after a couple of minutes it will lock again. if you open a door to put something in the car the doors will only lock by using the fob.
Isn't there an option to set the car to self lock after a certain period of time after unlocking?
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It only locks the doors again if one has not been opened, so if you accidentally unlock the car after a couple of minutes it will lock again. if you open a door to put something in the car the doors will only lock by using the fob.
