ongoing problem... - MINI2

rt55 · #1 (**permalink**) Apr 13th, 2007, 11:33 AM

We have a 53plate mini one. Whilst under warranty, we found it with the doors unlocked and the windows fully down. A repair was done, in what we were informed was a 'cap' on the electrics.

Now 2 years on, and out of warranty, the same thing has happened again. It was windy and hailing. Torrential rain seemed to have caused the first 'unlock'.

BMW are insisting we pay a 50pound diagnostic, before they (may) meet the repair cost (subject to good will) I am arguing that the first look should be at no cost, as I have believed that the problem was fully repaired. I have also been leaving my mini parked, loced, and expecting it to be safe when I get back!!

Is anyone suffering the same problem, still.

Anyone else been in discussion with BMW.

Cheers.

Rallyepete · #2 (**permalink**) Apr 13th, 2007, 11:47 AM

Do you have comfort opening (keep the unlock button pressed (5 seconds?) on your remote and it will open your doors, lower windows and open sunroof (if fitted))?

I didn't know i did until i found the car like this, due to the remote being accidentaly pressed whilst in my pocket in my house (not sure how).

Hope this may help

rt55 · #3 (**permalink**) Apr 14th, 2007, 08:50 AM

Yes, I do.

Unfortunately the keys were in my pocket and I was fast asleep in bed on both occasions.!!

It is an idea that it is a fault with that mechanism though.

Cheers.

MiniOneSam · #4 (**permalink**) May 1st, 2007, 11:59 PM

I have this on my 53 plate One, was it an optional extra when it was bought new (I got mine used at end of December so wouldn't know). Also does it just undo the windows/sunroof, logic would say holding the lock button would do them back up...but mine doesn't?

ami · #5 (**permalink**) May 10th, 2007, 07:39 PM

mine does exactly the same...i come outside sometimes and the windows and sunroof are part open and the doors unlocked...and wel i dont exactly live in the nicest of areas so it can be worrying.il try with the holding down the lock button though im thinking.

MiniPetrolHead · #6 (**permalink**) May 11th, 2007, 08:06 AM

Is it an optional extra for the windows to open if you hold the button down? Just asking because mine doesnt seen to want to do it?

DaiB · #7 (**permalink**) May 11th, 2007, 08:34 AM

Quote: Originally Posted by MiniPetrolHead (original)

Is it an optional extra for the windows to open if you hold the button down? Just asking because mine doesnt seen to want to do it?

It is a memory setting in the car. The dealer can plug your MINI into a computer and change quite a few settings e.g automatic door locking etc. Look in your handbook for full details. Oh, by the way, they won't do it for free