hello, just picked up today a 2006 mini checkmate S model, with the checkmate package did any engine upgrades come with it? this one has a airbox lid that reads john coopers works? it looks like it still has the stock exhaust, with beer can tips.
thanks for any info on the checkmate.
mike

 

Welcome to the checkmate club!

 

The Checkmate package does not touch the engine. The airbox is at least upgraded to the JCW, which is a good thing.

Enjoy your checkmate!

 

I personnally think the Checkmate was the best of the special editions when you consider the interior package and clean graphics.

Congrats on your purchase! How many miles are on the odometer?

 

thanks for the welcome, 46,000 blue and silver, even have delivery build sheet.

 

Congrats, I always liked the checkmate interior.

 

now if i only can get the 2nd key fob to work? need to see one opened up, maybe can clean the contacts?

 

Could be it just needs a charge...

 

all my searches come up with that suggestion also. well i drive 2 hours a day, how long does it need? still do not understand how? there is only one contact point? unless it is completing the electrical circuit when the key is inserted? like a simple pull circuit?

 

ok here is the technical info
The new key also had three buttons, but, the LED did not carry over. is permanantly sealed and contains a rechargeable battery. Supposedly the battery should last the life of the car. The battery is recharge when in the ignition via the EWS ring antenna.



http://www.bmwgm5.com/Keys.htm

 

Recharging the battery in the new key fob. If not used the key will be discharged in approximately 18 months. It requires approximately 30 hours to fully charge a completely discharged battery. The remote can be operated 15 times after being charged for 30 minutes. Charging only occurs when the ignition is in the Accessory or On positions. It does not charge in the Off position.

 

Call me I'll walk you through some tricks and we'll see if we can get the key to work.

WAY
317.201.8670
www.waymotorworks.com

 

when is a good time to call? thanks it frustrating, tried the turn the key on, off, out key unlock hold lock 3 times thing? no luck well at least one key fob works.
thanks for your help, mike z

 

Call me at the shop tomorrow

WAY
317.201.8670

 

Awsome Color combo and interior.
I have basically the same car, without the Checkmate package...Space Blue, Silver roof, Silver Checkmate Bonnet Stripe,silver mirror caps.
I'm just missing the seats, steering wheel and fender badges. I guess I got the left overs.

 

thanks way for your help with the key fob, i took the jcw airbox lid off, as i noted the vac line and power was not hooked up! the flap was closed, ok i did the flap open mod, then i noticed no hole was ever cut for the incoming air on the engine back wall! who what a difference in sound, did not go for a ride yet, thanks again NJ mike

 

note that if you drop the key fob on the ground the weight of the battery inside will often break one of the solder joints connecting it to the pwb. Open it up and do some microsurgery