comfort access issues

Heinzftw · 05-29-2008, 02:36 AM

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Originally Posted by Warpspeed

I have the Ipod and just did my ceramic tint, no issues with CA whatsoever. On the side note, I informed my tinter about some issues some 135 owners have been having with CA after tinting and so he made sure to prevent any water going into the door when he was doing the tint job. It sure pays to pick the best tint artist in my area! :thumbup:

CA was the one and only option I had my doubts about when ordering my car, but and now that I have it, I wonder how I ever lived without one! Its one of the best options I have ever had on a car, period.

And where is the best tint artist in the area?
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Address please!! :wink:

mergen · 05-29-2008, 08:24 AM

Several times I've reached for the handle to open the door and nothing happened. Having read every post in this thread, I got panicky until I realized the door was already unlocked. What a relief. Lucky so far.

I also noticed that the CA didn't work for my sister, who has very small hands. She thought I was playing a trick on her somehow, like pushing the key fob button while in my pocket or something. Seems I've heard reports of small hands being an issue with CA. Not the same issue as being discussed here, though.

BMW Dreamer · 05-29-2008, 08:42 AM

I am still wondering if its worth $500 ? Seems like a James Bond option and would be really cool, but is it really worth $500 ?

jeremyc74 · 06-13-2008, 08:49 PM

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Originally Posted by Jeff1962

I am still wondering if its worth $500 ? Seems like a James Bond option and would be really cool, but is it really worth $500 ?

It's worth every penny. Once you have owned a car with this feature, you will never want to own another one without it. I've got a rental car right now and the key is driving me nuts!

imported_Katera · 06-13-2008, 09:21 PM

Worth...Every...Penny.

Red135 · 06-13-2008, 10:06 PM

It is easily worth the money.

hansenc · 06-13-2008, 10:10 PM

I'm so worried about getting my windows tinted because of threads like this

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penny · 06-14-2008, 08:09 AM

Whew! Good thing I flaked out of my window tinting appointment last weekend.

No tint yet with CA. Don't have any problems yet. Had car for about 4 weeks now.

imported_Katera · 06-14-2008, 10:04 AM

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Originally Posted by penny

Whew! Good thing I flaked out of my window tinting appointment last weekend.

No tint yet with CA. Don't have any problems yet. Had car for about 4 weeks now.

I've had 0 problems with CA even after my tint? Just let the installer know that they need to keep the water on the inside of the window to a minimum.

1er junkie · 06-14-2008, 11:16 AM

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Originally Posted by Katera

I've had 0 problems with CA even after my tint? Just let the installer know that they need to keep the water on the inside of the window to a minimum.

lib · 06-14-2008, 11:39 AM

Same here. I've had tint for a week and I've had no problems with CA at all. I made a point of going with F1 Pinnacle tint but I'm guessing it's more of an issue with water in the door than it is the type of tint (though it's only a guess).

imported_Dodgy · 06-15-2008, 08:45 AM

No tint.

Have had two occasions since pickup (4weeks), where the car fails to recognise fob in cabin, and won't start. First time, I had to resort to inserting fob into dash. Second time, I waited a few seconds and it responded.

The first time did coincide with activating seat memory, but could have been just that, coinsidence.

Now 7 hours from tinting appointment at dealer. Will go ahead, but if problems arise, at least I can point the finger at them, and they can't blame a dodgy back-street tinter.

jeremyc74 · 06-15-2008, 12:27 PM

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Originally Posted by Dodgy

Have had two occasions since pickup (4weeks), where the car fails to recognise fob in cabin, and won't start. First time, I had to resort to inserting fob into dash. Second time, I waited a few seconds and it responded.

Somewhere the owners manual mentions a two second delay between tries of the CA. For example, if you try to lock the door and it doesn't work, you have to pause for two seconds before trying it again. I think during that time it's trying to re-read the RFID. That doesn't explain why it didn't work the first time, but just something to keep in mind.

trashcan · 06-15-2008, 02:03 PM

I'm also having problems with this feature. Felt like a fool standing in the rain today trying to get it working. I had my windows tinted (by the dealership), but I had problems before as well. It just won't work to unlock or lock the car with the handle about 1/5 times. Pulling the key out of my pocket and holding it next to the handle works.

I've tried disabling Wifi on my phone, keeping my key in a different pocket than my phone. Doesn't seem to make any difference. Seems like a waste of $500 if it doesn't work consistently.

imported_Dodgy · 06-16-2008, 05:17 AM

Touch wood, got the windows tinted today, and so far, CA still works.

Had a bit of a play, and with the fob and iPhone in same pocket, CA performance was compromised, especially the boot.

Hopefully things stay ok.

Given RF's are involved, does anyone know the frequencies? Could there be some of us whose frequencies are close to mobile phone / microwave etc frequencies, and therefore more likely to suffer interference?

trashcan · 06-16-2008, 10:47 PM

I guess I'm taking mine to the dealer. Has anyone resolved the problem by doing that?

kfiducia · 06-21-2008, 06:59 PM

Has anyone resolved this problem at all? I have stopped using mine for the trunk and driver's door, works fairly well passenger side and inside. Even the buttons on the remote are getting unresponsive now, and yes I have changed the battery.

stovesax08 · 06-22-2008, 10:22 AM

I had issues with my trunk lid not opening while on ED after about 12 days/1400 miles, although the doors worked every time. IIRC, people on other forums have had problems with CA and the fob buttons failing simultaniously: problems with one means problems with the other.

RickR · 06-22-2008, 10:53 AM

I had my windows tinted about a week ago; so far no CA issues.

flpnout · 06-25-2008, 12:28 AM

Interesting how you guys are having issues with CA. I have a 650 with CA and I only usually have my issues of having to try 2 or 3 times to unlock is the truck in which I push the BMW roundel in to open it. The door, I just grab the handle and to lock it, I just tap the lock area where you would stick the key in. This is all done with the key in my pocket. And it always starts up 100%. I too have tinted windows called Quantum. Like I said, I usually find my issues in the trunk part. I do notice that once in awhile when I want to drop the top by holding down the unlock button I would have to try a couple of times before it reacts. I am not sure if you guys have any issues when you hold the unlock button for awhile if your windows and sunroof have any issues opening right away. Same goes on the convertibles.

FreeBMW.net · 07-06-2008, 09:10 PM

Bump...any resoloutions???

trashcan · 07-06-2008, 10:09 PM

My dealer told me that it was caused by "aftermarket window tint." I pointed out that I had the tint installed at that same dealership, and was told that it would not cause any problems. Still insisted on removing the window tint (at my expense) and that it was not storing any diagnostic codes. Pretty crappy service :-/

05-29-2008, 08:24 AM	#112
mergen Upstart 14 Rep 142 Posts Drives: BMW 135i Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Baton Rouge iTrader: (0)	Several times I've reached for the handle to open the door and nothing happened. Having read every post in this thread, I got panicky until I realized the door was already unlocked. What a relief. Lucky so far. I also noticed that the CA didn't work for my sister, who has very small hands. She thought I was playing a trick on her somehow, like pushing the key fob button while in my pocket or something. Seems I've heard reports of small hands being an issue with CA. Not the same issue as being discussed here, though.
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05-29-2008, 08:42 AM	#113
BMW Dreamer Colonel 72 Rep 2,387 Posts Drives: Modded 06 TL Manual Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Northern IL. iTrader: (0)	I am still wondering if its worth $500 ? Seems like a James Bond option and would be really cool, but is it really worth $500 ?
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06-13-2008, 09:21 PM	#115
imported_Katera Captain 42 Rep 890 Posts Drives: Join Date: Nov 2007 iTrader: (0)	Worth...Every...Penny. __________________ 2008 BMW 135i Vert! -Jet Black -6 speed Manual <Who says Vert's are for girls!> -Boston Grey Leather with Black High Gloss Accent -Moonlit Black Top -Comfort Access -Premium P. -Sport P. -Premium Stereo -IPOD/USB -BMW Performance Pedals -BMW Windscreen -Sat Radio Meet Kat! [SIGPIC][/SIGPIC]
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06-13-2008, 10:06 PM	#116
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06-13-2008, 10:10 PM	#117
hansenc 1addict, and proud 16 Rep 443 Posts Drives: 128i Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Brandon, FL iTrader: (0) Garage List 2008 128i [0.00]	I'm so worried about getting my windows tinted because of threads like this .
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06-14-2008, 08:09 AM	#118
penny Captain 43 Rep 829 Posts Drives: '08 135i (sold) Join Date: May 2008 Location: Las Colinas iTrader: (2)	Whew! Good thing I flaked out of my window tinting appointment last weekend. No tint yet with CA. Don't have any problems yet. Had car for about 4 weeks now.
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06-14-2008, 11:39 AM	#121
lib Major 141 Rep 1,401 Posts Drives: <This space for rent> Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: ATX iTrader: (0)	Same here. I've had tint for a week and I've had no problems with CA at all. I made a point of going with F1 Pinnacle tint but I'm guessing it's more of an issue with water in the door than it is the type of tint (though it's only a guess).
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06-15-2008, 08:45 AM	#122
imported_Dodgy First Lieutenant 6 Rep 340 Posts Drives: SG 135i 6M Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Melbourne iTrader: (0)	No tint. Have had two occasions since pickup (4weeks), where the car fails to recognise fob in cabin, and won't start. First time, I had to resort to inserting fob into dash. Second time, I waited a few seconds and it responded. The first time did coincide with activating seat memory, but could have been just that, coinsidence. Now 7 hours from tinting appointment at dealer. Will go ahead, but if problems arise, at least I can point the finger at them, and they can't blame a dodgy back-street tinter. __________________ Delivered! 1700hrs Tues May 20 2008: Sparkling Graphite, 6MT, Black Boston Leather, Accented Aluminium, Sun Roof, Pro Nav, Comfort Access.
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06-15-2008, 02:03 PM	#124
trashcan Private First Class 12 Rep 128 Posts Drives: Join Date: Apr 2008 iTrader: (0)	I'm also having problems with this feature. Felt like a fool standing in the rain today trying to get it working. I had my windows tinted (by the dealership), but I had problems before as well. It just won't work to unlock or lock the car with the handle about 1/5 times. Pulling the key out of my pocket and holding it next to the handle works. I've tried disabling Wifi on my phone, keeping my key in a different pocket than my phone. Doesn't seem to make any difference. Seems like a waste of $500 if it doesn't work consistently.
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06-16-2008, 05:17 AM	#125
imported_Dodgy First Lieutenant 6 Rep 340 Posts Drives: SG 135i 6M Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Melbourne iTrader: (0)	Touch wood, got the windows tinted today, and so far, CA still works. Had a bit of a play, and with the fob and iPhone in same pocket, CA performance was compromised, especially the boot. Hopefully things stay ok. Given RF's are involved, does anyone know the frequencies? Could there be some of us whose frequencies are close to mobile phone / microwave etc frequencies, and therefore more likely to suffer interference? __________________ Delivered! 1700hrs Tues May 20 2008: Sparkling Graphite, 6MT, Black Boston Leather, Accented Aluminium, Sun Roof, Pro Nav, Comfort Access.
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06-16-2008, 10:47 PM	#126
trashcan Private First Class 12 Rep 128 Posts Drives: Join Date: Apr 2008 iTrader: (0)	I guess I'm taking mine to the dealer. Has anyone resolved the problem by doing that?
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06-21-2008, 06:59 PM	#127
kfiducia Happy 1er 32 Rep 137 Posts Drives: 08 135i, 05 R6, 67 Camaro Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Orlando FL iTrader: (0)	Has anyone resolved this problem at all? I have stopped using mine for the trunk and driver's door, works fairly well passenger side and inside. Even the buttons on the remote are getting unresponsive now, and yes I have changed the battery.
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06-22-2008, 10:22 AM	#128
stovesax08 Second Lieutenant 7 Rep 269 Posts Drives: 135i, X5 45e Join Date: Feb 2008 iTrader: (0)	I had issues with my trunk lid not opening while on ED after about 12 days/1400 miles, although the doors worked every time. IIRC, people on other forums have had problems with CA and the fob buttons failing simultaniously: problems with one means problems with the other. __________________ 135i Coupe-Manual, Montego, Lemon, HG Black, sport, premium, CA, HiFi, Ipod/USB, heated seats
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06-22-2008, 10:53 AM	#129
RickR Private 7 Rep 75 Posts Drives: Join Date: May 2008 iTrader: (0)	I had my windows tinted about a week ago; so far no CA issues.
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06-25-2008, 12:28 AM	#130
flpnout Major 82 Rep 1,264 Posts Drives: 2010 Dinan S3 Z4-35i Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: San Francisco, CA iTrader: (8) Garage List 2010 E89 Z4 [7.83]	Interesting how you guys are having issues with CA. I have a 650 with CA and I only usually have my issues of having to try 2 or 3 times to unlock is the truck in which I push the BMW roundel in to open it. The door, I just grab the handle and to lock it, I just tap the lock area where you would stick the key in. This is all done with the key in my pocket. And it always starts up 100%. I too have tinted windows called Quantum. Like I said, I usually find my issues in the trunk part. I do notice that once in awhile when I want to drop the top by holding down the unlock button I would have to try a couple of times before it reacts. I am not sure if you guys have any issues when you hold the unlock button for awhile if your windows and sunroof have any issues opening right away. Same goes on the convertibles. __________________ 2015 BMW i3 REX
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07-06-2008, 09:10 PM	#131
FreeBMW.net Second Lieutenant 27 Rep 283 Posts Drives: 2008 BMW 135i Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Michigan, USA iTrader: (1)	Bump...any resoloutions???
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07-06-2008, 10:09 PM	#132
trashcan Private First Class 12 Rep 128 Posts Drives: Join Date: Apr 2008 iTrader: (0)	My dealer told me that it was caused by "aftermarket window tint." I pointed out that I had the tint installed at that same dealership, and was told that it would not cause any problems. Still insisted on removing the window tint (at my expense) and that it was not storing any diagnostic codes. Pretty crappy service :-/
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