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Posted on Sep 19, 2009

Central Locking does not work

Remote Central locking on the key of my 3 Series only works intermittently. The locking button inside car also does not work all of the time. Can use the key but this only opens drivers door?

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You must reset your remote control in order for the lock/unlock to work properly.

To reset remote you would:
1)Insert Key in Ignition Turn to Position 1(Don't Start the Engine) for about 5 seconds
2)Turn Key Off and HOLD the LOCK button on Remote while pressing the UNLOCK 3 TIMES
3)Release both lock and unlock buttons you are holding
4)All doors should automatically unlock

And exit the door and lock with the Remote.

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