A puddle in my trunk

2turboBMW · 07-27-2017, 04:27 PM

So today I discovered a puddle in my trunk. It was raining, so either the trunk of my brand new 340i is leaking or, more likely, the trunk was open and some good samaritan closed it before I got back to the car. There have been a few instances where I've locked my car walked away and come back to find the trunk open. I'm guessing this is the key being activated in my pocket. Any way to disable the trunk open feature on the key fob? Any other ideas? Maybe a case for my key?

2turboBMW · 07-27-2017, 05:08 PM

The puddle

COKen · 07-27-2017, 05:32 PM

I think if you use the valet switch in the glove box, you won't be able to open your trunk with your fob (or any other way until you turn off valet mode).

jmg · 07-27-2017, 09:16 PM

Put some dry towels down in your trunk and close it. Run a hose over your car for a few minutes. Open the trunk and inspect for water around past the seals and on the towel.

FYI I've found my trunk open several times in my own garage. I think I accidentally hit the key fob in my jeans. Use the valet switch in the glove box for added piece of mind if you are so inclined. I think the fobs are poorly designed in this aspect.

BEM-S4 · 07-27-2017, 10:27 PM

I forget is the battery in the trunk on your car? If so be very very careful and get this addressed ASAP.

CalCarNut · 07-28-2017, 12:34 PM

Why is it so exposed? Isn't there carpet mat that covers that or is that getting wet as well?

The benefits of having a GC...I have my hatch programmed to just lift to 'level' with the roof if it accidentally opens..(never has happened).

2turboBMW · 07-28-2017, 09:45 PM

Washed the car today and there was no leak. The the trunk definitely opened after I left the car. Bought a cheap key fob cover on eBay. We'll see if that helps.

2turboBMW · 07-28-2017, 09:49 PM

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Originally Posted by CalCarNut

Why is it so exposed? Isn't there carpet mat that covers that or is that getting wet as well?

The benefits of having a GC...I have my hatch programmed to just lift to 'level' with the roof if it accidentally opens..(never has happened).

Yes, typically the fuse box and everything is covered by the trunk liner, which i removed so it would dry faster.

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COKen Lieutenant Colonel 981 Rep 1,560 Posts Drives: M Rster / Z4 M40i / X5 M50i Join Date: Dec 2013 Location: Colorado iTrader: (0)	I think if you use the valet switch in the glove box, you won't be able to open your trunk with your fob (or any other way until you turn off valet mode). __________________ 2002 M Roadster, Steel Gray Metailic, Gray Nappa Leather, HT, TC Kline DA Shocks & Camber Plates, w/H&R Springs, Stromung Exhaust, SSR Type C. Looking for new home. 2022 Z4 M40i, Misano Blue Metallic, Driver Asst Pkg, Prem Pkg 2023 X5 M50i, Phytonic Blue, Black Extended Merion Leather, Driving Asst Pro Pkg, Park Asst Pkg, Exec Pkg, Climate Comfort Pkg.
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2turboBMW Second Lieutenant 116 Rep 201 Posts Drives: 340i Join Date: Jun 2013 Location: NYC iTrader: (0)	Washed the car today and there was no leak. The the trunk definitely opened after I left the car. Bought a cheap key fob cover on eBay. We'll see if that helps.
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