I don't normally arm my alarm system, but I had an over-nighter down at Ft. Miley a week ago and turned it on before departing .. assuming I wouldn't be driving for a week or so anyway. Of course I forgot about arming it .. right? So I went down to get something out of the trunk .. just using the key. All hell breaks loose .. standing there like a deer in the headlights. Key fob is with the key .. a few seconds to regain my composure to punch the alarm off. Holy crimany Batman .. never heard That before!! Check pants .. I'm O.K.

 

Well at least now you know it works.

 

New to the site. I have just purchased a 2003 s type 4.2. I have one key fob and a smaller secondary fob with 2 buttons on it, I think it's for the alarm. I need help as to how to set or maybe reset the alarm system, as it seems to alarm the car even if I leave it unlocked. Also, the clock memory seems to reset as well as radio presets and audio settings. Thanks for any help.

 

I did exactly the same thing with my prior convertible, a 1999 BMW 328ic. I opened the trunk with the key and was promptly embarrassed by very loud noises in the middle of a busy parking lot on a nice sunny day with the top down. Realizing that I am somewhat forgetful now, I seldom engage the alarm system, unless I have my expensive camera or my wife's purse in the trunk.