01-19-2020, 08:26 AM | #1 |
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Disable key - relay theft
Hi guys, what with the rose of relay car theft due to wireless key fobs can the BMW fob be disabled when you have done for the day? I know you can buy lined pouches to put them in but I know I'll forget etc. I've heard some companies have a function to say hold two buttons and the fob disables making it harder for the thieves.
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01-21-2020, 10:29 AM | #3 |
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The answer is if it's really an issue in one's area, there have been a lot of proof of concepts but the real world just doesn't seem so far to be affected the way the FUD mongers are claiming.
If someone were truly paranoid they would have to have a lined pouch to carry their fob in only taking it out when using it in the car, but even then you have the potential of signal interception. The only question is which transmitting schema BMW uses and if you're comfortable with it. |
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01-21-2020, 12:05 PM | #4 |
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Cheers guys. I work in motor claims
For an insurer and we are seeing relay theft on the rise ha I want to make sure I'm not part of those statistics. Ive ordered two lined pouches for the house we shall see if that helps ha. Cheers again for re replies, it's appreciated |
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The issue is in the street and if you're using the fob to unlock the car and have it in the open to start the car before then putting it back in the pouch for your drive you're still at risk at that time using it. |
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To the car bridging the gap and wallah they are gone. |
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