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fergusor · Jun 2nd, 2006, 03:37 PM

Hi Guys,

A couple of weeks ago I realised my S didn't have the comform opening programmed.

I called my dealer today and I was told by service people that this has been disabled on all new MINI's. He did explain to me why but I switched off at that point (it's Friday!!)

Anyway, I've been told they will program it for me if I want so I'm going to take the car in tomorrow and have it done.

Anyone else heard this?

CWaldie · Jun 2nd, 2006, 03:45 PM

Probably so the dealer can make more money charging you for it... Mine cost me £25!

fergusor · Jun 2nd, 2006, 03:52 PM

You're joking, they didn't mention cost to me when I asked them to do it. I won't bother if they're going to charge, I don't need it that much

Root Ginger · Jun 2nd, 2006, 04:08 PM

It's because some people have had issues where their windows have partially (or fully) opened when their keys are in their pocket and the button has been accidently pressed within range of the car.

dakini · Jun 2nd, 2006, 05:03 PM

my dealer asked when i picked my car up in Feb if I wanted it, said it was turned off by default. i didn't bother turning it on, for the reason Root Ginger said ...

they shouldn't charge for the reprogram, but i wouldn't put it past some dealers.

oGGy · Jun 2nd, 2006, 11:41 PM

Don't have it done mate it's a complete pain in the ****!

I have come to my car so many times open and with the windows fully down!

its got wet inside
its got a FULL coat of frost on the inside one morning in the winter

I park it put my key in my pocket walk away then have to run back to check the windows and remember to walk away with the key in my hand till im out of range (which can be quite far)

I have to check the windows before i go to bed sometimes cus ive had my keys in my pocket.

I hate this feature (i think its purly for showing off) and yet i still have it :-/

insane*mini · Jun 3rd, 2006, 02:05 AM

Yep, mine cost me $50! They did other things, but the 03' came with comfort opening. I did get charged for it (even though I already have it!) but I like how it's programmed now because I have to press the unlock 3 times, then hold it down and it will work. I like this better because your less likly to do it by accident.

-Cody

freshcut · Jun 3rd, 2006, 07:34 AM

I picked my '06 S up on 5/14 and they didn't mention anything about additional charges for the comfort open feature, which was activated when I took delivery. I can see where some people would find it irritating to walk out and discover the windows rolled down, however I'd be even more worried that the doors would likely be unlocked and the alarm disarmed since in order to open the windows using the CO feature requires holding down the unlock/disarm button. Personally, it's a nice feature if it's activated, but I see no sense in paying to have the ability to roll the windows down with the remote unless you've just gotta have it to "show off".

Ady · Jun 3rd, 2006, 07:46 AM

i picked up my 3rd Cooper last year and it wasn't programmed either, i was told that it was disabled due to the windows opening on their own ( a known fault on earlier cars). I asked for it to be programmed as my driveway is a little tight and its easier to drop the window before opening the door to get in. When they programmed my car i got a new variation of comfort opening, with mine you don't hold the unlock button and window and sunroof open. What you do now is press the unlock button twice then open the door, as you do so the drivers side window drops, perfect for what i want.

Ady

Hyper Active · Jun 3rd, 2006, 07:51 AM

Quote: Originally Posted by fergusor

You're joking, they didn't mention cost to me when I asked them to do it. I won't bother if they're going to charge, I don't need it that much

Click on this link. Print it off and take it with you when you take your mini to your dealer. It should get the job done for free

. Let us know how you get on.

http://www.alldata.com/tsb/BMW/11387...105/index.html

insane*mini · Jun 3rd, 2006, 02:29 PM

Quote: Originally Posted by freshcut

I picked my '06 S up on 5/14 and they didn't mention anything about additional charges for the comfort open feature, which was activated when I took delivery. I can see where some people would find it irritating to walk out and discover the windows rolled down, however I'd be even more worried that the doors would likely be unlocked and the alarm disarmed since in order to open the windows using the CO feature requires holding down the unlock/disarm button. Personally, it's a nice feature if it's activated, but I see no sense in paying to have the ability to roll the windows down with the remote unless you've just gotta have it to "show off".

Mines very useful and I use mine all of the time. Since I usually drive with the windows down and the sunroof open, it saves me time to just put them down while I'm walking to my car. Once I'm at my car it's all done, so I just get in and go!

-Cody (And yes, it is cool to show off with too!)

Mini_One_Too · Jun 5th, 2006, 02:00 PM

Quote: Originally Posted by Hyper Active

Click on this link. Print it off and take it with you when you take your mini to your dealer. It should get the job done for free

. Let us know how you get on.

http://www.alldata.com/tsb/BMW/11387...105/index.html

Does this include the One? It only says Cooper/Convertible and Cooper S.
Also do you have to go to the dealer where you bought your car? My dealer is a bit of a trek, and it would be easier if I could go to another one that's a bit nearer!!
When I went to my nearest dealer before, they wanted to charge me £40!!!!

fred3 · Jun 5th, 2006, 02:31 PM

Quote: Originally Posted by oGGy

Don't have it done mate it's a complete pain in the ****!

I have come to my car so many times open and with the windows fully down!

its got wet inside
its got a FULL coat of frost on the inside one morning in the winter

I park it put my key in my pocket walk away then have to run back to check the windows and remember to walk away with the key in my hand till im out of range (which can be quite far)

I have to check the windows before i go to bed sometimes cus ive had my keys in my pocket.

I hate this feature (i think its purly for showing off) and yet i still have it :-/

I've had my comfort opening for over a year now and it's worked just great. It's a really nice feature. Sounds like your trousers might be a tad too tight. ;-) As for it being strictly for showing off now you're sounding like a kid who couldn't figure out how to make something work and are just ****ing up a rope.

jonjak · Jun 5th, 2006, 03:54 PM

I think your right ! It is showing off, and all of us that drive around in our dream cars are just showing off. Whats the fuss about.If youv'e got it flaunt it. The whole concept of the Mini is " LOOK AT ME AND MY CAR " As you may have guessed, I love the idea of comfort opening, and I love showing my MCS off Too!.

oGGy · Jun 5th, 2006, 03:57 PM

"Sounds like your trousers might be a tad too tight. ;-)"

Funny

Quote: Originally Posted by fred3

As for it being strictly for showing off now you're sounding like a kid who couldn't figure out how to make something work and are just ****ing up a rope.

Not Necessary! now i just think you're a [blank]

oGGy · Jun 5th, 2006, 04:09 PM

Quote: Originally Posted by jonjak

I think your right ! It is showing off, and all of us that drive around in our dream cars are just showing off. Whats the fuss about.If youv'e got it flaunt it. The whole concept of the Mini is " LOOK AT ME AND MY CAR " As you may have guessed, I love the idea of comfort opening, and I love showing my MCS off Too!.

Hey I not saying showing off is bad mate, far from it!

Just that in my opinion that this feature serves no other purpose. (again my opinion)

insane*mini · Jun 5th, 2006, 04:14 PM

Now, I would agree with you, but ONLY if your car does NOT have a sunroof, and if the windows are broken and don't roll down.

-Cody

twouptons · Jun 5th, 2006, 07:40 PM

It's a nice feature to have during the hot summer. Everything opens up and the car cools off for a moment before you get into it. Then, once the aircon is blowing well, the windows come back up again.
Very handy in Atlanta...
-Eric

jonjak · Jun 8th, 2006, 04:34 PM

If you can open your car windows at 30 yards, on a hot sunny day, just like I did today, believe me ! I think it makes a difference. Only for the sake of 2 minutes I know but it really is a nice touch. I have never experienced coming back to my car and finding it unlocked, windows down. The day I do will be the day when I will hate this feature.
Lets hope it never comes. I am now happy to say that my Mini is now sporting an England flag hooped over the aerial. Took it off the window mounted flag. Come on ENGLAND !!!!!

monkeynuts · Jun 8th, 2006, 04:39 PM

anyone experience annoying half down windows
you press hard but for sum reason they dont go all the way down and stop half way (if your lucky) or drop about an inch from the top making you look very silly

why cant they do a feature where two consecutive clicks of the open button drops the windows down completely - would be far better and wudnt use up all the battery life in the key

Jun 2nd, 2006, 03:37 PM	#1
fergusor MINI2 Senior Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: Chesterfield Local Time: 01:55 PM Posts: 427 Offline	Comfort Opening Hi Guys, A couple of weeks ago I realised my S didn't have the comform opening programmed. I called my dealer today and I was told by service people that this has been disabled on all new MINI's. He did explain to me why but I switched off at that point (it's Friday!!) Anyway, I've been told they will program it for me if I want so I'm going to take the car in tomorrow and have it done. Anyone else heard this?

Jun 2nd, 2006, 04:08 PM	#4 (permalink)
Root Ginger Amiga 500 to PS3 20 Years Join Date: Jul 2001 Location: Slough, Berkshire Local Time: 01:55 PM Posts: 4,673 Offline	It's because some people have had issues where their windows have partially (or fully) opened when their keys are in their pocket and the button has been accidently pressed within range of the car. It was acceptable in the 80's

Jun 2nd, 2006, 11:41 PM	#6 (permalink)
oGGy A GinGer ****** Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Hinckley/Leics Local Time: 01:55 PM Posts: 112 Offline	comform opening programmed Don't have it done mate it's a complete pain in the **! I have come to my car so many times open and with the windows fully down! its got wet inside its got a FULL coat of frost on the inside one morning in the winter I park it put my key in my pocket walk away then have to run back to check the windows and remember to walk away with the key in my hand till im out of range (which can be quite far) I have to check the windows before i go to bed sometimes cus ive had my keys in my pocket. I hate this feature (i think its purly for showing off) and yet i still have it :-/ Growing old is mandatory; growing up is optional.**

Jun 3rd, 2006, 02:05 AM	#7 (permalink)
insane*mini polizei -NAM and Focaljet Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: Cincinnati, Ohio Local Time: 08:55 AM Posts: 555 Offline	Yep, mine cost me $50! They did other things, but the 03' came with comfort opening. I did get charged for it (even though I already have it!) but I like how it's programmed now because I have to press the unlock 3 times, then hold it down and it will work. I like this better because your less likly to do it by accident. -Cody "Gizmo" - 03' IB/B MCS!

Jun 3rd, 2006, 02:29 PM	#11 (permalink)
insane*mini polizei -NAM and Focaljet Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: Cincinnati, Ohio Local Time: 08:55 AM Posts: 555 Offline	Quote: Originally Posted by freshcut I picked my '06 S up on 5/14 and they didn't mention anything about additional charges for the comfort open feature, which was activated when I took delivery. I can see where some people would find it irritating to walk out and discover the windows rolled down, however I'd be even more worried that the doors would likely be unlocked and the alarm disarmed since in order to open the windows using the CO feature requires holding down the unlock/disarm button. Personally, it's a nice feature if it's activated, but I see no sense in paying to have the ability to roll the windows down with the remote unless you've just gotta have it to "show off". Mines very useful and I use mine all of the time. Since I usually drive with the windows down and the sunroof open, it saves me time to just put them down while I'm walking to my car. Once I'm at my car it's all done, so I just get in and go! -Cody (And yes, it is cool to show off with too!) "Gizmo" - 03' IB/B MCS!

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Jun 2nd, 2006, 03:45 PM	#2 (permalink)
CWaldie MINI2 Regular My Classifieds Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Attleborough Local Time: 01:55 PM Posts: 76 Offline	Probably so the dealer can make more money charging you for it... Mine cost me £25!

Jun 2nd, 2006, 03:52 PM	#3 (permalink)
fergusor MINI2 Senior Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: Chesterfield Local Time: 01:55 PM Posts: 427 Offline	You're joking, they didn't mention cost to me when I asked them to do it. I won't bother if they're going to charge, I don't need it that much

Jun 2nd, 2006, 05:03 PM	#5 (permalink)
dakini the unexpected passenger™ My Classifieds Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: in a box Local Time: 01:55 PM Posts: 5,975 Offline	my dealer asked when i picked my car up in Feb if I wanted it, said it was turned off by default. i didn't bother turning it on, for the reason Root Ginger said ... they shouldn't charge for the reprogram, but i wouldn't put it past some dealers.

Jun 3rd, 2006, 07:34 AM	#8 (permalink)
freshcut MINI2 Regular Join Date: May 2006 Location: Central California Local Time: 05:55 AM Posts: 72 Offline	I picked my '06 S up on 5/14 and they didn't mention anything about additional charges for the comfort open feature, which was activated when I took delivery. I can see where some people would find it irritating to walk out and discover the windows rolled down, however I'd be even more worried that the doors would likely be unlocked and the alarm disarmed since in order to open the windows using the CO feature requires holding down the unlock/disarm button. Personally, it's a nice feature if it's activated, but I see no sense in paying to have the ability to roll the windows down with the remote unless you've just gotta have it to "show off".

Jun 3rd, 2006, 07:46 AM	#9 (permalink)
Ady Tinkering In The Garage Join Date: Jul 2001 Location: Midlands, Uk Local Time: 01:55 PM Posts: 2,257 Offline	i picked up my 3rd Cooper last year and it wasn't programmed either, i was told that it was disabled due to the windows opening on their own ( a known fault on earlier cars). I asked for it to be programmed as my driveway is a little tight and its easier to drop the window before opening the door to get in. When they programmed my car i got a new variation of comfort opening, with mine you don't hold the unlock button and window and sunroof open. What you do now is press the unlock button twice then open the door, as you do so the drivers side window drops, perfect for what i want. Ady

Jun 3rd, 2006, 07:51 AM	#10 (permalink)
Hyper Active MINI2 Master Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Watford, Herts. UK Local Time: 01:55 PM Posts: 2,178 Offline	Quote: Originally Posted by fergusor You're joking, they didn't mention cost to me when I asked them to do it. I won't bother if they're going to charge, I don't need it that much Click on this link. Print it off and take it with you when you take your mini to your dealer. It should get the job done for free . Let us know how you get on. http://www.alldata.com/tsb/BMW/11387...105/index.html

Jun 5th, 2006, 02:00 PM	#12 (permalink)
Mini_One_Too MINI2 Newbie Join Date: Oct 2005 Local Time: 01:55 PM Posts: 33 Offline	Quote: Originally Posted by Hyper Active Click on this link. Print it off and take it with you when you take your mini to your dealer. It should get the job done for free . Let us know how you get on. http://www.alldata.com/tsb/BMW/11387...105/index.html Does this include the One? It only says Cooper/Convertible and Cooper S. Also do you have to go to the dealer where you bought your car? My dealer is a bit of a trek, and it would be easier if I could go to another one that's a bit nearer!! When I went to my nearest dealer before, they wanted to charge me £40!!!! Any major dude will tell you stroke my hair and call me Maude

Jun 5th, 2006, 02:31 PM	#13 (permalink)
fred3 Mini in Maine Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: Maine Local Time: 08:55 AM Posts: 562 Offline	Wow!... Quote: Originally Posted by oGGy Don't have it done mate it's a complete pain in the **! I have come to my car so many times open and with the windows fully down! its got wet inside its got a FULL coat of frost on the inside one morning in the winter I park it put my key in my pocket walk away then have to run back to check the windows and remember to walk away with the key in my hand till im out of range (which can be quite far) I have to check the windows before i go to bed sometimes cus ive had my keys in my pocket. I hate this feature (i think its purly for showing off) and yet i still have it :-/ I've had my comfort opening for over a year now and it's worked just great. It's a really nice feature. Sounds like your trousers might be a tad too tight. ;-) As for it being strictly for showing off now you're sounding like a kid who couldn't figure out how to make something work and are just **ing up a rope.

Jun 5th, 2006, 03:54 PM	#14 (permalink)
jonjak Have fun in a Mini Join Date: May 2006 Location: Church Langley Local Time: 01:55 PM Posts: 65 Offline	I think your right ! It is showing off, and all of us that drive around in our dream cars are just showing off. Whats the fuss about.If youv'e got it flaunt it. The whole concept of the Mini is " LOOK AT ME AND MY CAR " As you may have guessed, I love the idea of comfort opening, and I love showing my MCS off Too!. J9N BE

Jun 5th, 2006, 03:57 PM	#15 (permalink)
oGGy A GinGer ****** Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Hinckley/Leics Local Time: 01:55 PM Posts: 112 Offline	"Sounds like your trousers might be a tad too tight. ;-)" Funny Quote: Originally Posted by fred3 As for it being strictly for showing off now you're sounding like a kid who couldn't figure out how to make something work and are just **ing up a rope. Not Necessary! now i just think you're a [blank] Growing old is mandatory; growing up is optional.**

Jun 5th, 2006, 04:09 PM	#16 (permalink)
oGGy A GinGer ****** Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Hinckley/Leics Local Time: 01:55 PM Posts: 112 Offline	Quote: Originally Posted by jonjak I think your right ! It is showing off, and all of us that drive around in our dream cars are just showing off. Whats the fuss about.If youv'e got it flaunt it. The whole concept of the Mini is " LOOK AT ME AND MY CAR " As you may have guessed, I love the idea of comfort opening, and I love showing my MCS off Too!. Hey I not saying showing off is bad mate, far from it! Just that in my opinion that this feature serves no other purpose. (again my opinion) Growing old is mandatory; growing up is optional.

Jun 5th, 2006, 04:14 PM	#17 (permalink)
insane*mini polizei -NAM and Focaljet Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: Cincinnati, Ohio Local Time: 08:55 AM Posts: 555 Offline	Now, I would agree with you, but ONLY if your car does NOT have a sunroof, and if the windows are broken and don't roll down. -Cody "Gizmo" - 03' IB/B MCS!

Jun 5th, 2006, 07:40 PM	#18 (permalink)
twouptons What's this button do? Join Date: Jul 2004 Location: Our Own Little World Local Time: 07:55 AM Posts: 570 Offline	It's a nice feature to have during the hot summer. Everything opens up and the car cools off for a moment before you get into it. Then, once the aircon is blowing well, the windows come back up again. Very handy in Atlanta... -Eric

Jun 8th, 2006, 04:34 PM	#19 (permalink)
jonjak Have fun in a Mini Join Date: May 2006 Location: Church Langley Local Time: 01:55 PM Posts: 65 Offline	Hello Summer Time If you can open your car windows at 30 yards, on a hot sunny day, just like I did today, believe me ! I think it makes a difference. Only for the sake of 2 minutes I know but it really is a nice touch. I have never experienced coming back to my car and finding it unlocked, windows down. The day I do will be the day when I will hate this feature. Lets hope it never comes. I am now happy to say that my Mini is now sporting an England flag hooped over the aerial. Took it off the window mounted flag. Come on ENGLAND !!!!! J9N BE

Jun 8th, 2006, 04:39 PM	#20 (permalink)
monkeynuts my ponies have escaped!!! My Classifieds Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: TBC Local Time: 01:55 PM Posts: 5,100 Offline	anyone experience annoying half down windows you press hard but for sum reason they dont go all the way down and stop half way (if your lucky) or drop about an inch from the top making you look very silly why cant they do a feature where two consecutive clicks of the open button drops the windows down completely - would be far better and wudnt use up all the battery life in the key m o n k e y : n u t s

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