HELP! Locked Keys in Trunk.... Stranded...

J-Ho · 04-09-2016, 09:19 AM

So somehow I managed to lock both sets of keys in the trunk. I do have the valet key on me to get in the cabin, but obviously the inside trunk release isn't working

Does anyone know any tricks short of tearing my rear seats apart? Thanks in advance guys!

pikcachu · 04-09-2016, 09:36 AM

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Originally Posted by J-Ho

So somehow I managed to lock both sets of keys in the trunk. I do have the valet key on me to get in the cabin, but obviously the inside trunk release isn't working

Does anyone know any tricks short of tearing my rear seats apart? Thanks in advance guys!

You can't use the unlock button in the center console to open the trunk ?

RoundelM3 · 04-09-2016, 09:45 AM

How does one lock BOTH sets of keys in the trunk?

If you have comfort access, you should be able to still open doors/trunk lid, so I'm guessing you don't have that option. What about the trunk-open button down on the kick panel on the driver's side? If you had BMW Connected Drive, you can get BMW Assist to unlock everything or use the Connected Drive app to do the same. Short of that, you may need dealership assistance.

J-Ho · 04-09-2016, 09:47 AM

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Originally Posted by pikcachu

You can't use the unlock button in the center console to open the trunk ?

No it doesn't operate without the fob in the cabin apparently...

pikcachu · 04-09-2016, 09:48 AM

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Originally Posted by J-Ho

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Originally Posted by pikcachu

You can't use the unlock button in the center console to open the trunk ?

No it doesn't operate without the fob in the cabin apparently...

What about hitting the sos button or using the BMW connect app to unlock the car?

J-Ho · 04-09-2016, 09:49 AM

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Originally Posted by roundel335

How does one lock BOTH sets of keys in the trunk?

If you have comfort access, you should be able to still open doors/trunk lid, so I'm guessing you don't have that option. What about the trunk-open button down on the kick panel on the driver's side? If you had BMW Connected Drive, you can get BMW Assist to unlock everything or use the Connected Drive app to do the same. Short of that, you may need dealership assistance.

Yea the trunk release on the kick panel is a no go... No connected drive on my car either

J-Ho · 04-09-2016, 09:52 AM

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Originally Posted by pikcachu

What about hitting the sos button or using the BMW connect app to unlock the car?

SOS button doesnt work either... Regretting skimping on the connected option, lol

3.0L · 04-09-2016, 09:58 AM

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Originally Posted by J-Ho

So somehow I managed to lock both sets of keys in the trunk. I do have the valet key on me to get in the cabin, but obviously the inside trunk release isn't working

Does anyone know any tricks short of tearing my rear seats apart? Thanks in advance guys!

pikcachu · 04-09-2016, 10:00 AM

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Originally Posted by J-Ho

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Originally Posted by pikcachu

What about hitting the sos button or using the BMW connect app to unlock the car?

SOS button doesnt work either... Regretting skimping on the connected option, lol

Try calling BMW roadside assistance I believe they have a lockout service

pikcachu · 04-09-2016, 10:04 AM

at least you are not the first http://www.2addicts.com/forums/showthread.php?t=1201443

J-Ho · 04-09-2016, 12:10 PM

Getting a tow... Dealer is telling me that I need a new $300 fob to get back into the trunk.

Does anyone have a wiring diagram? I am thinking that if I apply 12v to the central locking system, it should reset and allow me into the trunk, but I have no idea what color to splice into. Thoughts from any electrical engineers out there?

DanG · 04-09-2016, 12:17 PM

Call BMW Assist at 800-332-4269. They have an unlock function.

J-Ho · 04-09-2016, 12:21 PM

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Originally Posted by DanG

Call BMW Assist at 800-332-4269. They have an unlock function.

Thanks, but unfortunately they only have the ability to unlock the cabin area... I didn't believe it at first and was told the same by the Genius hotline 😕

pz619 · 04-09-2016, 12:43 PM

I assume the unlock feature in the glove box is set to unlock? The car should detect the key in the trunk.

Gabrola · 04-09-2016, 12:50 PM

Removing the rear seats is a piece of cake. Simply pull up the seats and they come off. The rear backrest is held in with two Torx T45 screws and then it just comes off too.

doccyber · 04-10-2016, 01:44 AM

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Originally Posted by Gabrola

Removing the rear seats is a piece of cake. Simply pull up the seats and they come off. The rear backrest is held in with two Torx T45 screws and then it just comes off too.

Good to know. Thanks.

Beartato · 04-10-2016, 10:59 AM

I think everything you can do is been said here so I'm here to laugh at you.

Lucky13 · 04-10-2016, 12:08 PM

Send a PM to the Saab guy in the other thread, I think he said the dealer got in and it didn't cost $300. I locked mine in the trunk but fortunately my wife brought me my other key.

raleedy · 04-10-2016, 09:12 PM

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Getting a tow... Dealer is telling me that I need a new $300 fob to get back into the trunk.

Lazy dealer. He should have been selling you on a whole new car.

raleedy · 04-10-2016, 09:13 PM

For a time, Comfort Access was programmed so that it would pop the trunk open if it detected a key in the trunk area. Does anyone know why and when that changed?

pikcachu · 04-10-2016, 09:18 PM

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Originally Posted by raleedy

For a time, Comfort Access was programmed so that it would pop the trunk open if it detected a key in the trunk area. Does anyone know why and when that changed?

he doesn't have comfort access

pz619 · 04-10-2016, 10:36 PM

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For a time, Comfort Access was programmed so that it would pop the trunk open if it detected a key in the trunk area. Does anyone know why and when that changed?

So for fun I tested this. I had the extra key handy but it didn't open up for me. So... Yeah. Don't count on this.

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