Originally Posted by B-Boy (Post 850020)

So! To prove to some of my E53 (US version) mates that the option of closing and opening the windows and sunroof through remote key is possible, I took a video this morning before I left to work and posted it on YouTube. Click on the link below.

I did the same programming on my friend M3 Convertible, and now he can close/open the windows and/or the top with his keys from a far distance.

BMW X5 Windows Up & Down - YouTube

Originally Posted by B-Boy (Post 850030)

I selected all options under "Selective Central Locking" since I didn't know which key I was using. Only "Mechanical Lock" was selected. "Mechanical Lock" means you can insert your key in the driver door lock, turn it right and hold. It will lock the vehicle, the windows, and sunroof.

Also select all options under Convenient opening/locking.

I will post a screenprint of my coding when I get home.

The youtube link should be working.

Originally Posted by bnw (Post 850013)

49 pages and I haven't seen this yet: You can stop the annoying key chime with the door open by removing the key and then reinserting it. My M roadster does the same thing.

Originally Posted by Jeff330xi (Post 253452)

One I use all the time is turning the radio on without using the key by pushing the radio power button. Turns off automatically after about 20 minutes. I use it when cleaning the interior, etc. Much better than having to listen to the chime with the key in and the doors open.

Originally Posted by TaMbALoLoNg (Post 577316)

DEEEENG just found out about this. All this time I was inserting the key. SWEEEEEEEEEEEEETT:thumbup:

Originally Posted by 2dmaxo (Post 851459)

Hello, does this mean i would switch off ignition and reinsert again?
It can be annoying as u said.
Thanks.

Originally Posted by igosal (Post 850663)

Great !! Yes, it worked on my X5 too. I checked all the options, as you suggested, and it works like a charm. Kool !! Thanks for the tip !!