The Key Fob

[brianman]

I recall reading somewhere that w/ the tech package you'll just have to sweep your foot under the rear of the car and the hatch will open (assuming the fob is nearby).

BMW feature.
to open the trunk? - Bimmerfest - BMW Forums
post 8
http://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_embedded&v=JGa32ARnY9c

 

[doug]

BMW feature.
to open the trunk? - Bimmerfest - BMW Forums
post 8
http://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_embedded&v=JGa32ARnY9c

Don't stand too close or you'll take it in the chin.

 

[Jaff]

I seem to recall on my old Trailblazer that the fobs were numbered (1 & 2)...fob one would get priority.

 

[Prime Mover]

The "Car" Shaped Key Fob

I thought it was really neat that the key fob for the Model S is a little car. Elon talked about pushing different areas on the fob to make the doors, trunk and frunk open.
Can anyone comment on what the fob can do? Does it have a "Panic" button for "get away from my S"?

 

[NigelM]

From Twitter:

 

[dsm363]

The key fob is so cool. Is there a small loop on the bumper to connect it to a keyring?

 

[jomo25]

The key fob is so cool. Is there a small loop on the bumper to connect it to a keyring?

Really, I hope there is a way to connect it to a keyring. Or we'll need a bumper-style cover with a hook in it!

 

[shokunin]

I'm concerned that the bulbous shape of the keyfob will lead to accidental presses when they are in my jeans pocket. Since it doesn't have slightly recessed or flush mount buttons like most other cars, it would be easy put pressure on a piece of the keyfob when you sitdown.

 

[jerry33]

I'm concerned that the bulbous shape of the keyfob will lead to accidental presses when they are in my jeans pocket. Since it doesn't have slightly recessed or flush mount buttons like most other cars, it would be easy put pressure on a piece of the keyfob when you sitdown.

The Prius' fob will cause the panic alarm to go off when I bend over, so if that happens, it won't be any different.

 

[jbherman]

So, do house keys, etc., have to go on a separate key-ring? I HATE carrying all that garbage in my pocket. Maybe Tesla can rig the fob to open my house, as well!

 

[jerry33]

So, do house keys, etc., have to go on a separate key-ring? I HATE carrying all that garbage in my pocket. Maybe Tesla can rig the fob to open my house, as well!

I keep the Prius' fob on the same keyring as my other keys. I don't see why the Tesla fob would be any different.

 

[jbherman]

I keep the Prius' fob on the same keyring as my other keys. I don't see why the Tesla fob would be any different.

It didn't look like there was a place to attach a key-ring. Maybe it pops out, is recessed, or I just didn't see it. I wish they could come up with a credit card fob that could be placed in a wallet. Still, the Model S fob looks pretty cool!

 

[NigelM]

So, do house keys, etc., have to go on a separate key-ring? I HATE carrying all that garbage in my pocket. Maybe Tesla can rig the fob to open my house, as well!

Not that expensive if it bothers you that much.....

 

[jbherman]

Not that expensive if it bothers you that much.....

Thanks Nigel...do you deliver (and install)?!

 

[NigelM]

Thanks Nigel...do you deliver (and install)?!

Only locally....:tongue:

 

[jerry33]

If you get the tech package, there will be the Homelink "button" which can be set to open the doors, there are typically at least three "buttons". Or you could get locks that open with your fingerprints. They have some quite good ones now that aren't particularly expensive.

 

[spatterso911]

It didn't look like there was a place to attach a key-ring. Maybe it pops out, is recessed, or I just didn't see it. I wish they could come up with a credit card fob that could be placed in a wallet. Still, the Model S fob looks pretty cool!

The bottom of the key, (under the rear bumper, if you will), has a cutout that will fit a standard key ring, or you can attach a chain. It is pretty small and light, and is not as easy as you might think to accidentally press the buttons. Here is a picture...

 

[jbherman]

Thanks spatterso911...I like it!

 

[JohnEC]

Maybe slightly OT, but what does the word FOB actually mean or stand for?

 

[spatterso911]

Maybe slightly OT, but what does the word FOB actually mean or stand for?

Frequency Operated Button. FOB.