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diately seek medical help if there is any sus-
picion that a battery or button cell battery has
been swallowed or is located in any part of
the body.
Vehicle features and options
This chapter describes model-specific equip-
ment, systems, and functions that are currently
available, or may become available in the fu-
ture, even if they are not present in the vehicle.
Overview
Additional information:
Vehicle equipment, refer to page 8.
Vehicle key
General information
Two vehicle keys are included in the scope of
delivery, each containing an integrated key.
Buttons on the vehicle key.
Each vehicle key contains a replaceable bat-
tery.
Icon
Meaning
Depending on the equipment and national-
market version, various settings are possible
for the button functions.
Unlock.
A BMW ID or a driver profile with personal set-
tings can be assigned to a vehicle key.
Lock.
Stationary climate control, refer to
page 230.
To provide information on maintenance rec-
ommendations, the service data is stored in
the vehicle key.
Unlock the trunk.
To prevent possible locking in of the vehicle
key, take the vehicle key with you when exiting
the vehicle.
Panic mode.
Pathway lighting, refer to page 149.
Safety information
Additional vehicle keys
Additional vehicle keys are available from an
authorized service center or another qualified
service center or repair shop.
Warning
The vehicle key has a button cell battery.
Batteries or button cell batteries can be swal-
lowed and lead to serious or fatal injuries
within two hours, for example due to internal
burns or chemical burns. There is a risk of
injury or danger to life. Keep the vehicle key
and batteries out of reach of children. Imme-
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3. Push battery in arrow direction using a
Loss of vehicle keys
A lost vehicle key can be disabled and re-
placed by an authorized service center or an-
other qualified service center or repair shop.
pointed object and lift it out.
If the lost vehicle key has an assigned BMW ID
or driver profile, the connection to this vehicle
key must be deleted. A new vehicle key can
then be assigned to the BMW ID or driver pro-
file.
Replacing the battery
4. Insert a CR2032 3V battery with the posi-
tive side facing up.
NOTICE
5. Press the lid closed.
Improper batteries in a battery-operated de-
vice can damage the device. There is a risk
of damage to property. Always replace the
discharged battery with a battery with the
same voltage, the same size and the same
specification.
6. Push the integrated key into the vehicle key
until the integrated key engages.
Have old batteries disposed of by an
authorized service center or another
qualified service center or repair shop,
or take them to a collection point.
1. Remove the integrated key from the vehicle
key.
Integrated key
2. Place the integrated key underneath the
battery compartment cover, arrow 1, and
lift the lid with a lever movement of the
integrated key, arrow 2.
General information
The vehicle can be unlocked without the vehi-
cle key using the integrated key.
Depending on the national-market version, the
integrated key will fit in the glove compart-
ment.
Safety information
Warning
For some national-market versions, unlock-
ing from the inside is only possible with par-
ticular knowledge.
If persons or animals spend a lengthy time
in the vehicle and are thereby exposed to ex-
treme temperatures, there is a risk of injury
or danger to life. Do not lock the vehicle from
the outside when there are people or animals
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in it. Do not leave babies, toddlers or animals
alone in the vehicle.
Unlocking the vehicle manually
1. Pull and hold the door handle outward with
one hand.
Removing the integrated key
1. Press the button, arrow 1, and pull out the
integrated key, arrow 2.
2. Unlock the door lock with the integrated key
by turning it counterclockwise.
2. Pull off frame from integrated key.
3. Open the driver's door.
4. Press the central locking button to unlock
the other doors.
With the vehicle de-energized: pull the door
opener of the other doors from the inside.
Locking the vehicle manually
General information
To avoid locking the vehicle key in the vehicle,
do not place the vehicle key in the vehicle.
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Overview
It is not possible to switch on the drive-ready
state if the vehicle key has not been detected.
Proceed as follows in this case:
1. Hold the rear of the vehicle key against the
mark on the steering column. Pay attention
to the display in the instrument cluster.
2.
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If the vehicle key is detected:
Turn on drive-ready state within 10 sec-
onds.
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If the vehicle key is not detected:
Door pin for manual locking of the driver's
door.
Slightly change the position of the vehi-
cle key and repeat the procedure.
Locking the vehicle
Malfunction
1. Close the driver's door.
A Check Control message is displayed where
applicable.
2. Press the lock button in the driver's door
downwards from the inside.
Vehicle key detection by the vehicle may mal-
function under the following circumstances:
3. Push the lock buttons of the other doors
down.
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The battery of the vehicle key is discharged.
4. Close the locked doors.
Fault of the radio link from transmission
towers or other equipment with high trans-
mitting power.
Alarm system
If the vehicle is unlocked with the integrated
key via the door lock, the activated alarm sys-
tem will be triggered when the door is opened.
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Shielding of the vehicle key due to metal
objects.
Do not transport the vehicle key together
with metal objects.
In this case, use the vehicle key emergency
detection to switch off the alarm.
Fault of the radio link from mobile phones
or other electronic devices in direct proxim-
ity to the vehicle key.
If the doors are manually locked from the in-
side, the alarm system is not activated.
Do not carry the vehicle key in close prox-
imity to other electronic devices.
Emergency detection of the vehicle
key
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Fault of radio transmission by a charging
process of mobile devices, for instance
charging of a mobile phone.
The vehicle key is located in direct proximity
of the wireless charging tray.
Place the vehicle key in a different location.
In the case of interference, the vehicle can also
be unlocked and locked from the outside with
the integrated key. Use the Emergency detec-
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tion of the vehicle key to turn on drive-ready
state.
There is a risk of accidents or injuries. Do not
leave children or animals unattended in the
vehicle. Take the vehicle key with you when
exiting and lock the vehicle.
Access to vehicle interior
Safety information
Warning
Actions during unlocking
Depending on the settings, the following func-
tions are performed when unlocking the vehi-
cle:
People or animals in the vehicle can lock the
doors from the inside and lock themselves in.
In this case, the vehicle cannot be opened
from the outside. There is a risk of injury.
Take the vehicle key with you so that the ve-
hicle can be opened from the outside.
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Only the driver's door and the fuel filler flap
will be unlocked or all access to the vehicle
will be unlocked.
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The unlocking of the vehicle can be con-
firmed with a light signal or a sound signal.
The welcome light can be turned on when
the vehicle is being unlocked.
In addition, the following functions are exe-
cuted:
Warning
For some national-market versions, unlock-
ing from the inside is only possible with par-
ticular knowledge.
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If a BMW ID or a driver profile was assigned
to the vehicle key, this BMW ID or driver
profile will be activated.
If persons or animals spend a lengthy time
in the vehicle and are thereby exposed to ex-
treme temperatures, there is a risk of injury
or danger to life. Do not lock the vehicle from
the outside when there are people or animals
in it. Do not leave babies, toddlers or animals
alone in the vehicle.
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The interior lights are switched on, unless
they were manually switched off.
Depending on vehicle equipment, folded-in
exterior mirrors are folded out.
If the exterior mirrors were folded in via the
button in the vehicle interior, they will not
be folded out during unlocking.
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Anti-theft protection is switched off.
The alarm system is switched off.
Warning
Unattended children or animals in the vehicle
can cause the vehicle to move and endanger
themselves and traffic, for example, due to
the following actions:
Additional information:
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Settings, refer to page 83.
Welcome lights, refer to page 148.
BMW ID/driver profiles, refer to page 63.
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Pressing the Start/Stop button.
Releasing the parking brake.
Actions during locking
Depending on the settings, the following func-
tions are performed when locking the vehicle:
Opening and closing the doors or win-
dows.
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Engaging selector lever position N.
Using vehicle equipment.
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The locking of the vehicle can be confirmed
with a light signal or a sound signal.
On the external door handle
Depending on vehicle equipment, the exte-
rior mirrors can be folded in automatically
when locking. The exterior mirrors are not
folded in when the hazard warning flashers
are switched on.
Principle
The vehicle can be accessed without operating
the vehicle key.
The vehicle key is automatically detected near
the vehicle.
The following functions are executed:
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All doors, the tailgate, and the fuel filler flap
are locked.
General information
The function is available with Comfort Access.
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Anti-theft protection is switched on. This
prevents the doors from being unlocked us-
ing the lock button or door opener.
Functional requirements
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Carry the vehicle key with you, e.g., in your
pants pocket.
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The alarm system is switched on.
If the drive-ready state is still turned on when
you lock the vehicle, the vehicle horn will honk
twice. In this case, the drive-ready state must
be switched off by means of the Start/Stop
button.
To lock the vehicle, the vehicle key must be
outside of the vehicle near the doors.
After locking, approx. 2 seconds must
elapse before unlocking is possible.
Additional information:
Unlock vehicle
Settings, refer to page 83.
With the vehicle key
Unlocking the vehicle
Press the button on the vehicle key.
If only the driver's door and fuel filler flap have
been unlocked due to the settings in place,
press the button on the vehicle key again to
unlock the other vehicle access points.
Reach into the recessed grip of a front door.
Locking the vehicle
1. Close the driver's door.
The lighting functions may depend on the am-
bient brightness.
2. Touch the grooved surface on the external
door handle of a closed door with your fin-
Locking the vehicle manually
1. Close the driver's door.
2.
Press the button on the vehicle key.
All vehicle access points are locked.
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ger for approx. 1 second without reaching
into the recessed grip.
If the vehicle key is located in the unlocking
zone for an extended period of time without
movement, the vehicle will be locked automati-
cally.
If a passenger is detected in the front passen-
ger seat during locking and the seat belt of
the front passenger is engaged in the seat belt
buckle during locking:
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The vehicle will be locked but not secured
against theft.
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The fuel filler flap remains unlocked.
Malfunction
Actions during unlocking
Wet or snowy conditions may disrupt the lock-
ing request detection on the external door han-
dles.
If the settings specify that only the driver's
door and the charging socket flap will be un-
locked, note the following:
In the case of a malfunction, unlock and lock
the vehicle using the buttons of the vehicle key
or use the integrated key.
The driver's door and the charging socket flap
will only be unlocked when the driver is within
the unlocking zone of the driver's door.
Settings, refer to page 83.
Touchless unlocking/locking of the
vehicle
Functional requirements
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Carry the vehicle key with you, e.g., in your
pants pocket.
Principle
When the driver approaches the locked vehicle
with the vehicle key, the vehicle is unlocked.
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Unlocking: when entering the unlocking
zone, the doors and cargo area must be
closed.
When the driver walks away from the unlocked
vehicle with the vehicle key, the vehicle will be
locked.
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Locking: when leaving the locking zone, the
doors and cargo area must be closed.
Automatic unlocking and locking must be
activated in the settings.
General information
The function is available with Comfort Access.
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The drive-ready state must be turned off.
The vehicle will be unlocked when an author-
ized vehicle key is detected in the unlocking
zone.
For contactless locking of the vehicle, no
second vehicle key may be within a radius
of 18 ft/6 m around the vehicle.
The unlocking zone is located within a radius
of approx. 5 ft/1.50 m around the side and rear
of the vehicle.
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If the vehicle has been in the idle state for
several days, contactless unlocking/locking
will only be available after the vehicle has
been driven.
The vehicle will be locked when the vehicle key
leaves the locking zone.
Additional information:
The locking zone is located within a radius of
approx. 9 ft/3 m around the side and rear of
the vehicle.
Settings, refer to page 83.
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Locking/unlocking the vehicle
With the Key Card
Principle
The Key Card is a chip card on which the digi-
tal key is installed. The Key Card can be used
to unlock and lock the vehicle.
Additional information:
Key Card, refer to page 78.
General information
The Key Card is available with Comfort Access.
Hold the near field communication antenna of
the smartphone directly and centered on the
external door handle of the driver's door. The
position of the near field communication an-
tenna depends on the smartphone model.
Locking/unlocking the vehicle
When locking the vehicle with the smartphone,
make sure that all doors and the trunk are
closed.
Frequently Asked Questions
What precautions can be taken to be able to
open a vehicle, despite accidentally locking in
the vehicle key?
Hold activated Key Card directly on the center
of the external door handle of the driver's door.
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The app’s remote services offer the option
to lock and unlock a vehicle.
When locking the vehicle with the Key Card,
make sure that all doors and the trunk are
closed.
This requires an active BMW Connected-
Drive contract, and the app must be instal-
led on a smartphone.
If the Key Card is not detected, slightly change
the position of the Key Card and repeat the
procedure.
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Unlocking the vehicle can be requested via
the BMW ConnectedDrive Call Center.
An active BMW ConnectedDrive contract is
required.
With the BMW Digital Key
Principle
Access to the cargo area
Depending on vehicle equipment and national-
market version, a digital key can be installed
on a compatible smartphone and used to un-
lock and lock the vehicle.
General information
It may not be possible to open the cargo area
when the vehicle is in valet parking mode.
Additional information:
Additional information:
BMW Digital Key, refer to page 79.
Valet parking mode, refer to page 82.
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Safety information
On the trunk
General information
With Comfort Access, the cargo area can be
accessed without activating the vehicle key.
Warning
Body parts can be jammed when operating
the trunk lid. There is a risk of injury. Make
sure that the travel path of the trunk lid is
clear while opening and closing.
The key is automatically detected near the ve-
hicle.
Functional prerequisite
Carry the vehicle key with you, e.g., in your
pants pocket.
Warning
While opening, the trunk lid pivots back and
up. There is a risk of injury and risk of dam-
age to property. Make sure that the travel
path of the trunk lid is clear while opening
and closing.
Opening the trunk
With the vehicle key
General information
To avoid locking the vehicle key in the vehicle,
do not place the vehicle key in the cargo area.
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Unlock the vehicle and then press the but-
ton on the trunk.
Depending on vehicle equipment and national-
market version, the following settings can be
changed:
With Comfort Access: carry the vehicle key
with you and press the button on the trunk.
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Unlocking the cargo area with the vehicle
key also unlocks the doors.
Locked doors are not unlocked.
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Before unlocking the cargo area with the
vehicle key, first unlock the vehicle.
Closing the cargo area
Pull down the cargo area using the recessed
grips.
Functional requirements
Selector lever position P must be engaged to
open the cargo area with the vehicle key.
In the interior
You must enable the setting for opening with
the vehicle key.
Functional prerequisite
The vehicle key or digital key must be located
inside the vehicle in order to close the cargo
area using the button in the vehicle interior.
Additional information:
Settings, refer to page 83.
Unlocking the trunk
Unlocking the trunk
Press and hold the button on the vehi-
cle key for approx. 1 second.
Press the button in the driver's door.
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Trunk emergency unlocking
Activating/deactivating Key Card in
the vehicle
General information
When the BMW Digital Key is activated for the
vehicle, a digital key can be used instead of the
vehicle key.
A deactivated Key Card remains in the list of
paired digital keys.
Pull the handle inside the cargo area.
The trunk is unlocked.
Functional requirement
A vehicle key must be located in the vehicle to
activate and deactivate the Key Card.
Activating Key Card
Key Card
Principle
The Key Card allows the vehicle to be unlocked
and locked, as well as started.
General information
Key Card availability depends on vehicle equip-
ment and national-market version.
A digital key that has already been paired with
the vehicle is installed on the Key Card. The
digital key must be activated via iDrive.
1. Open the cover of the smartphone tray.
2. Place Key Card in the center of the smart-
phone tray.
Before leaving the vehicle, deactivate the Key
Card or take the Key Card with you because
the active Key Card can be used to start the
vehicle. Always take the vehicle key with you to
a service appointment.
3. Follow instructions on the control display.
Deactivating Key Card
1.
Apps menu
2. "Vehicle"
Safety information
3. "Doors and windows"
4. "Digital Key"
NOTICE
5. "Key Card"
If the Key Card and a mobile device are in the
wireless charging tray at the same time, the
Key Card could become damaged. There is a
risk of damage to property. Do not place the
Key Card in the wireless charging tray at the
same time as a mobile device.
6. "Deactivate Key Card"
A deactivated Key Card remains in the list of
paired digital keys.
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BMW Digital Key can be used with a compat-
ible smartphone or other compatible mobile
devices.
Unlocking and locking the vehicle
The vehicle can be unlocked and locked with
the activated Key Card.
To unlock and start a vehicle with a compatible
smartphone, this function must be offered by
the smartphone manufacturer. The My BMW
app can be used to check if the smartphone
and vehicle are compatible and which func-
tions are supported.
Additional information:
Access to the vehicle interior, refer to page 73.
Turning on the drive-ready state
A BMW ID or a driver profile with individual
settings can be assigned to a digital key.
When using a smartphone as a Digital Key,
always carry a vehicle key or the activated Key
Card with you. This ensures access to the ve-
hicle, even in the event of a smartphone fail-
ure. It is also helpful to have the vehicle key
or Key Card with you if the vehicle needs to
be handed over to another person. You can
then hand over the vehicle key or the Key Card
instead of your smartphone.
1. Open the cover of the smartphone tray.
2. Place activated Key Card in the center of
the smartphone tray.
Always take the vehicle key with you to a serv-
ice appointment.
3. Press the Start/Stop button.
After drive-ready state is switched on, the Key
Card can be removed from the tray.
Additional information:
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BMW ID/driver profiles, refer to page 63.
Key Card, refer to page 78.
Malfunction
The detection of the Key Card by the vehicle
may be disrupted by objects between the sen-
sors and the Key Card such as a wallet or a
smartphone cover.
Functional requirements
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The smartphone is compatible with BMW
Digital Key
The vehicle is linked with the Connected-
Drive account of the vehicle owner.
BMW Digital Key
The rechargeable battery of the smart-
phone has a sufficient charge. The neces-
sary minimum charge of the rechargeable
battery depends on the smartphone.
Principle
BMW Digital Key allows the vehicle to be un-
locked and locked, as well as started, with a
compatible smartphone.
Enabling the main digital key
General information
BMW Digital Key availability and functionality
depend on vehicle equipment and national-
market version.
Vehicle owner's smartphone is enabled as a
main digital key in the vehicle. The vehicle
owner must prove his authorization for the ve-
hicle for this purpose.
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You can begin the authorization process us-
ing the My BMW app or using your activation
code in the corresponding smartphone func-
tion, e.g., the Wallet app. Both vehicle keys
must be in the vehicle during activation.
Deleting digital keys
General information
Deleted digital keys will be removed from the
list of enabled digital keys.
Follow the activation instructions in the Digital
Key menu in the app or on the control display.
Deleted digital keys cannot be restored.
Deleting the main digital key
The main digital key can be deleted from the
smartphone or via iDrive.
Sharing digital keys
General information
The deletion of the main digital key is com-
pleted immediately.
Digital key allows the sharing of digital keys
with other people. This option is available via
the smartphone that is enabled as main digital
key. This function must be supported by the
smartphone.
Deleting a shared key
Shared keys can be deleted using the smart-
phone with the master Digital Key, using the
smartphone with the shared key to be deleted,
or via iDrive.
Forwarding authorization
To share the digital key, select the correspond-
ing function on the smartphone, for instance in
the Wallet app.
The deletion via the smartphone using the
main digital key will not be performed until the
vehicle is used with a key other than the key to
be deleted.
As soon as a digital key is shared with another
person, the person will receive an invitation.
When the invitation is accepted, the digital key
on the recipient's smartphone will be activated.
If the smartphone associated with a shared
key or iDrive is used to delete a shared key, it
will be deleted immediately.
Limiting the range of functions
Deletion via iDrive
Certain functions of the digital key can be lim-
ited before handing it over. For instance, if the
Digital Key is passed on to a novice driver, the
switch-off for driving stability control systems
can be disabled and the engine power can
be reduced. For more information, refer to the
ConnectedDrive Portal and My BMW app.
To delete a digital key via iDrive, there must be
an authorized vehicle key in the vehicle, or the
master Digital Key must be in the smartphone
tray.
1.
Apps menu
2. "Vehicle"
3. "Doors and windows"
4. "Digital Key"
Authentication
Depending on the recipient’s smartphone
model, an authentication may be required for
security and safety reasons.
5. If necessary, select the digital key.
6. Delete the Digital Key.
An authorized vehicle key, the main digital key
or another method may be used for authenti-
cation. Follow the corresponding instructions
on the smartphone or the control display.
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3. Close the cover of the smartphone tray.
Resetting the function
To reset the BMW Digital Key function, an au-
thorized vehicle key must be located in the ve-
hicle.
4. Press the Start/Stop button to turn on the
drive-ready state.
Sale of the smartphone
When resetting the BMW Digital Key function,
all digital keys including the main digital key
will be deleted. The Key Card digital key is not
deleted.
Delete all digital keys on the smartphone prior
to selling the smartphone. This ensures that
the smartphone can no longer be used for the
vehicle.
After the reset, the vehicle can no longer be
unlocked, locked or started with a digital key.
Changing smartphones
The main digital key must be enabled again to
be able to use BMW Digital Key again.
To use a new smartphone as a master Digital
Key, activate the new smartphone according to
the instructions for the master Digital Key. The
previous master key is deleted when the new
smartphone is activated.
1.
Apps menu
2. "Vehicle"
3. "Doors and windows"
4. "Digital Key"
Sale of the vehicle
5. "Reset function"
Prior to selling a vehicle, reset the Digital
Key function or remove the vehicle from the
ConnectedDrive account of the current vehicle
owner.
Unlocking and locking the vehicle
The vehicle can be unlocked and locked using
the external door handle.
When the vehicle is removed from the Con-
nectedDrive account, all digital keys for the ve-
hicle will be deleted. The Key Card digital key is
not deleted.
Additional information:
Access to the vehicle interior, refer to page 73.
Turning on the drive-ready state
System limits
The interior motion sensor and tilt alarm sen-
sor of the alarm system cannot be switched off
with a digital key.
Using the smartphone tray
Additional information:
Alarm system, refer to page 84.
Malfunction
Digital key recognition by the vehicle may mal-
function under the following circumstances:
1. Open the cover of the smartphone tray.
2. Place smartphone in the center of the
smartphone tray.
Ensure that the display is facing up.
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The smartphone is shielded from the sen-
sors in the vehicle by a smartphone cover
that is not suitable.
The vehicle is not secured against theft when
locking.
Unlocking the vehicle
Objects such as a chip card or the Key Card
are located between the smartphone and
the smartphone cover.
Press the button.
Fault of the connection from transmission
towers or other equipment with high trans-
mitting power.
Opening the door
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Press the button to unlock all the
doors.
Shielding of the smartphone due to build-
ings or metal objects.
Pull the door opener above the arm-
rest.
Buttons for the central
locking system
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Front doors: pull the door handle on the
door to open the door. The other doors re-
main locked.
Back doors: pull twice on the door handle
on the door to be opened; the first time
unlocks the door, the second time opens it.
The other doors remain locked.
General information
The vehicle is automatically locked when driv-
ing off.
In the event of a severe accident, the vehicle
is automatically unlocked. The hazard warning
system and interior lights are illuminated.
Valet parking mode
Overview
Principle
In the valet parking mode, the control display is
disabled.
E.g., this mode can be used when the vehicle
is handed over for valet parking.
General information
Depending on the national-market version, the
valet parking mode may not be available.
Valet Parking mode has the following restric-
tions:
The central locking buttons are located on the
front door.
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Vehicle settings cannot be changed via
iDrive.
Locking the vehicle
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Settings stored to a BMW ID or guest pro-
file cannot be changed.
Press the button in the driver's door
or front passengers door with the front
doors closed.
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Personal data cannot be displayed.
The volume of the audio system is limited.
The fuel filler flap remains unlocked.
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The integrated Universal Remote Control is
deactivated.
Settings
Dynamic Stability Control cannot be turned
off.
General information
Depending on the equipment and national-
market version, various settings for opening
and closing are possible.
The availability of certain settings of the
driving modes is limited.
Additional information:
BMW ID/driver profiles, refer to page 63.
Unlocking and locking
Functional requirement
Doors
The driver has registered in the vehicle with a
BMW ID.
1.
Apps menu
2. "Vehicle"
3. "Doors and windows"
4. "Lock/unlock"
Activating the valet parking mode
1.
Apps menu
5. "Unlock"
2. "Vehicle"
6. Select the desired setting:
3. "System settings"
4. "Valet parking mode"
5. "Lock tailgate"
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"Driver's door only"
Only the driver's door and the fuel filler
flap are unlocked. Pressing again un-
locks the entire vehicle.
The cargo area is locked and disconnected
from the central locking system.
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"All doors"
6. If necessary, "PIN"
The entire vehicle is unlocked.
If the active BMW ID does not have an as-
signed PIN, this PIN must be set now. The
PIN is needed to deactivate the valet park-
ing mode.
Touchless unlocking/locking
1.
Apps menu
2. "Vehicle"
7. If necessary, enter the PIN.
8. "Activate valet parking mode"
3. "Doors and windows"
4. "Comfort access"
5. Select the desired setting.
Deactivating valet parking mode
1. Select the desired BMW ID on the lock
screen.
Automatic unlocking
1.
Apps menu
2.
▷
Enter the assigned PIN for the BMW ID.
2. "Vehicle"
If you have forgotten the PIN: enter the
access data for the BMW ID.
3. "Doors and windows"
4. "Lock/unlock"
▷
If the selected BMW ID does not have
an assigned PIN: enter the access data
for the BMW ID.
5. Select the desired setting:
▷
▷
"Unlock doors at end of trip"
"Unlock doors when in P"
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After drive-ready state is switched off, the
locked vehicle is unlocked automatically by
pressing the start/stop button or engaging se-
lector lever position P.
Cargo area
Cargo area and doors
1.
Apps menu
2. "Vehicle"
Automatic locking
3. "Doors and windows"
4. "Tailgate"
1.
Apps menu
2. "Vehicle"
5. Select the desired setting:
3. "Doors and windows"
4. "Lock/unlock"
▷
"Tailgate"
Depending on the equipment, the cargo
area will be unlocked or opened.
5. "Lock after a short time"
The vehicle locks automatically after a short
period of time if no door is opened after un-
locking.
▷
"Tailgate and door(s)"
Depending on the equipment, the trunk
will be unlocked or opened and the
doors are unlocked.
Confirmation signals from the vehicle
▷
▷
"Tailgate will only open if vehicle is
already unlocked"
1.
Apps menu
2. "Vehicle"
The vehicle must be unlocked before
the cargo area can be operated with the
vehicle key.
3. "Doors and windows"
4. "Lock/unlock"
5. Select the desired setting:
"Lock tailgate button"
▷
"Flash on lock/unlock"
Operating the cargo area with the vehi-
cle key is disabled.
Unlocking is signaled by flashing twice,
locking by flashing once.
▷
With alarm system:
Alarm system
"Sound on lock/unlock"
Unlocking is confirmed with two sound
signals, locking is confirmed with one
sound signal.
Principle
The alarm system issues a visual and acoustic
signal when someone attempts to open the
locked vehicle incorrectly.
Folding mirrors in automatically
1.
Apps menu
General information
When the vehicle is locked, the vehicle alarm
system reacts to the following changes:
2. "Vehicle"
3. "Doors and windows"
4. "Lock/unlock"
▷
Opening a door, the hood, or the cargo
area.
5. "Fold mirrors on lock/unlock"
▷
Movements in the interior.
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▷
Changes in the vehicle inclination such as
during attempts at stealing a wheel or
when towing the vehicle.
Panic mode
You can trigger the alarm system if you find
yourself in a dangerous situation.
▷
▷
Disconnected battery voltage.
▷
Press the button on the vehicle key
and hold for at least 3 seconds.
Improper use of the socket for OBD on-
board diagnostics.
▷
Briefly press the button on the vehi-
cle key three times in succession.
▷
Locking the vehicle while a device is con-
nected to the diagnostic socket.
To switch off the alarm: press any button.
The alarm system signals these changes visu-
ally and acoustically:
Indicator light on the interior mirror
▷
Acoustic alarm:
Depending on local regulations, the acous-
tic alarm may be suppressed.
▷
Optical alarm:
By flashing of the hazard warning system
and headlights, where required.
Do not modify the system to ensure function of
the alarm system.
Turning the alarm system on/off
The alarm system is turned on as soon as the
vehicle is locked from the outside.
▷
▷
The indicator light flashes briefly every
2 seconds:
The alarm system is switched on.
The alarm system is not switched on if the
vehicle is locked from a greater distance with
the My BMW App or manually from the inside.
The indicator light flashes for approx.
10 seconds, then flashes briefly every
2 seconds:
The alarm system is switched off as soon as
the vehicle is unlocked.
Interior motion sensor and tilt alarm sensor
are not active, as doors, hood, or tailgate
are not correctly closed. Correctly closed
access points are secured.
Opening the doors with the alarm
system switched on
The alarm system is triggered when a door
is opened if the door was unlocked using the
integrated key in the door lock.
When the remaining open access points
are closed, the interior motion sensor and
tilt alarm sensor will be turned on.
▷
The indicator light flashes even though all
access points have been closed:
Opening the cargo area with the
alarm system switched on
The cargo area can be opened even when the
alarm system is switched on.
Alarm system error.
▷
▷
The indicator light goes out after unlocking:
The vehicle has not been tampered with.
The indicator light flashes after unlocking
until drive-ready state is switched on, but
no longer than approx. 5 minutes:
After closing the cargo area, the cargo area will
be locked and monitored again. The hazard
warning system flashes once during closing.
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The alarm has been triggered.
The tilt alarm sensor and interior motion sen-
sor are switched off until the vehicle is locked
again.
Tilt alarm sensor
The inclination of the vehicle is monitored.
Ending the alarm
Unlock the vehicle.
The alarm system responds in situations such
as attempts to steal a wheel or when the vehi-
cle is towed.
If the vehicle is unlocked with the integrated
key, the drive-ready state must subsequently
be turned on via the emergency detection of
the vehicle key.
Interior motion sensor
The vehicle interior is monitored.
The alarm system responds when movement
is detected in the vehicle interior.
Window
The windows and the glass sunroof must be
closed for the system to function properly.
General information
When a window is frequently opened to the
same position, this task can be performed by
the BMW Intelligent Personal Assistant. This is
useful if you frequently use the same parking
garage, for example.
Avoiding unintentional alarms
General information
The tilt alarm sensor and interior motion sen-
sor can trigger an alarm, although no unau-
thorized action occurred.
Additional information:
BMW Intelligent Personal Assistant, refer to
page 51.
Possible situations for an unwanted alarm:
▷
▷
▷
In car washes.
Safety information
In duplex garages.
During transport on trains carrying vehicles,
at sea or on a trailer.
Warning
When operating the windows, body parts and
objects can be jammed. There is a risk of in-
jury or risk of damage to property. Make sure
that the travel path of the windows is clear
while opening and closing.
▷
▷
With animals in the vehicle.
When the vehicle is locked after start of re-
fueling.
The tilt alarm sensor and the interior motion
sensor can be switched off in such situations.
Switching off the tilt alarm sensor and
interior motion sensor
With the vehicle key
Opening windows
Press the button on the vehicle key
within 10 seconds as soon as the vehi-
cle is locked.
Press and hold the button on the vehi-
cle key after unlocking.
The indicator light illuminates for approx.
2 seconds and then continues to flash.
The windows open for as long as the button
on the vehicle key is pressed.
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In addition to locking, the windows and glass
sunroof with sun protection will be closed.
Closing the windows
With Comfort Access: press and hold
the button on the vehicle key after lock-
ing.
Depending on the vehicle equipment, exterior
mirrors are folded in unless they were folded
in while locking. The exterior mirrors are not
folded in when the hazard warning flashers are
switched on.
The windows close for as long as the button
on the vehicle key is pressed.
Depending on the vehicle equipment, exterior
mirrors are folded in unless they were folded
in while locking. The exterior mirrors are not
folded in when the hazard warning flashers are
switched on.
In the interior
Overview
On the external door handle
Principle
The windows can be closed using the external
door handle without operating the vehicle key.
The vehicle key is automatically detected near
the vehicle.
Power windows
General information
The function is available with Comfort Access.
Functional requirements
Functional prerequisite
Carry the vehicle key with you, for instance in
your pants pocket.
▷
Standby state is switched on.
▷
Drive-ready state is switched on.
The vehicle key or a digital key must be inside
of the vehicle.
Closing the windows
Opening windows
▷
Press the switch to the resistance
point.
The window opens while the switch
is being held.
▷
Press the switch beyond the resist-
ance point.
The window opens automatically.
Pressing the switch again stops the motion.
Touch the grooved surface on the external
door handle of a closed door with your finger
and hold it there without grasping the recessed
grip.
Closing the windows
▷
Pull the switch to the resistance
point.
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The window closes while the switch is be-
ing held.
The window closes with limited jam protec-
tion. If the closing force exceeds a specific
threshold, closing is interrupted.
▷
Pull the switch beyond the resist-
ance point.
The window closes automatically.
Pulling again stops the motion.
2. Pull the
switch past the resistance
point again within approx. 4 seconds and
hold it there.
Jam protection system
The window closes without jam protection.
Principle
Glass sunroof
Safety information
Warning
The jam protection prevents objects or body
parts becoming jammed between the door
frame and window while a window is being
closed.
General information
Body parts can be jammed when operating
the glass sunroof. There is a risk of injury.
Make sure that the area of movement of the
glass sunroof is clear during opening and
closing.
If resistance or blockage is detected while a
window is being closed, the closing will be in-
terrupted.
Safety information
Warning
With the vehicle key
Accessories on the windows such as anten-
nas can impact jam protection. There is a
risk of injury. Do not install accessories in the
area of movement of the windows.
Opening glass sunroof
Press and hold the button on the vehi-
cle key after unlocking.
The glass sunroof with sun protection will be
opened for as long as the button on the vehicle
key is pressed.
Closing without the jam protection
system
In case of danger from the outside or if icing
might prevent normal closing, proceed as fol-
lows:
Closing glass sunroof
With Comfort Access: press and hold
the button on the vehicle key in close
range of the vehicle after locking.
1. Pull the
switch past the resistance
point and hold it there.
The glass sunroof with sun protection will be
closed for as long as the button on the vehicle
key is pressed.
Depending on the vehicle equipment, exterior
mirrors are folded in unless they were folded
in while locking. The exterior mirrors are not
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folded in when the hazard warning flashers are
switched on.
▷
▷
Standby state is switched on.
Drive-ready state is switched on.
The vehicle key must be in the car's interior.
On the door handle
Principle
The glass sunroof can be closed using the
door handle without operating the vehicle key.
General information
The glass sunroof and the sun protection are
operated using the same switch.
The vehicle key is automatically detected near
the vehicle.
Overview
Button in the vehicle
Functional prerequisite
Carry the vehicle key with you, for instance in
your pants pocket.
Closing glass sunroof
Opening/closing the glass sun-
roof/sun protection.
Touch the grooved surface on the external
door handle of a closed door with your finger
and hold it there without grasping the recessed
grip.
Lifting/closing glass sunroof
Push switch briefly upward.
▷
The closed glass sunroof tilts
and the sun protection opens
slightly.
In addition to locking, the windows and glass
sunroof with sun protection will be closed.
Depending on the vehicle equipment, exterior
mirrors are folded in unless they were folded
in while locking. The exterior mirrors are not
folded in when the hazard warning flashers are
switched on.
▷
The opened glass sunroof
closes until it is in the tilted
position. The sun protection
does not move.
▷
The tilted glass sunroof closes.
In the interior
Functional requirements
The glass sunroof and sun protection can be
operated under the following conditions.
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Pressing the switch again
stops the motion.
Opening/closing the glass sunroof and
sun protection separately
▷
Briefly press out the switch twice in succes-
sion toward the front past the resistance
point.
▷
Slide switch back to the re-
sistance point and hold.
Holding down the switch
opens the sun protection. If
the sun protection is already
fully open, the glass sunroof
opens.
The glass sunroof and sun protection close
together.
Pressing the switch again stops the motion.
▷
▷
Slide switch forward to the resistance point
and hold.
Comfort position
In some models, the wind noises in the car's
interior are lowest when the glass sunroof is
not fully open. In these models, the automatic
function initially only opens the glass sunroof
up to this comfort position.
The glass sunroof closes while the switch
is being held. If the glass sunroof is already
closed or in the tilted position, the sun pro-
tection closes.
Slide the switch back past the resistance
point.
Pressing the switch in the vehicle interior again
opens the glass sunroof fully.
The sun protection opens automatically. If
the sun protection is already fully open, the
glass sunroof opens automatically.
Anti-trap mechanism
Pressing the switch again stops the motion.
Principle
▷
Push the switch forward past the resistance
point.
The jam protection prevents objects or body
parts from becoming jammed between the
roof frame and glass sunroof while the glass
sunroof is closing.
The glass sunroof closes automatically. If
the glass sunroof is already closed or in
the tilted position, the sun protection closes
automatically.
General information
If a resistance or blockage is detected while
the glass sunroof is closing, the closing opera-
tion is interrupted once the roof reaches the
half-open position, or it is stopped when clos-
ing from the tilted position.
Pressing the switch again stops the motion.
Opening/closing the glass sunroof and
sun protection together
▷
Briefly press out the switch
twice in succession toward
the rear past the resistance
point.
Closing from the open position without
jam protection
If an external hazard or ice prevents normal
closure, proceed as follows:
The glass sunroof and sun
protection open together.
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▷
▷
The drive-ready state is established.
1. Close all doors.
The outside temperature is above
41 ℉/5 ℃.
2. Switch on drive-ready state or stop a mov-
ing vehicle.
During initialization, the glass sunroof closes
without the anti-trap mechanism.
3. Push the switch forward past the resistance
point and hold.
Make sure that the closing path is clear.
The glass sunroof closes with limited jam
protection. If the closing force exceeds a
specific threshold, closing is interrupted.
Initializing the system
4. Push the switch forward again past the re-
sistance point and hold until the glass sun-
roof closes without jam protection. Make
sure that the closing path is clear.
Press the switch up and hold
it until the initialization is com-
plete:
Closing from the lifted position without
jam protection
In case of danger from the outside or if icing
might prevent normal closing, proceed as fol-
lows:
Initialization begins within 15 seconds.
▷
▷
▷
If the glass sunroof is closed, it opens then
closes again.
If the glass sunroof is open, it first closes,
then opens and closes again.
The sun protection is initialized in the
closed position.
Initialization is complete once the glass sun-
roof and the sun protection have opened then
closed again.
1. Close all doors.
2. Switch on drive-ready state or stop a mov-
ing vehicle.
3. Push the switch forward past the resistance
point and hold.
Initializing after a power interruption
General information
After a power interruption during the opening
or closing process, the glass sunroof can only
be operated to a limited extent. Initializing the
system can help in this case.
The system can be initialized under the follow-
ing conditions:
▷
The vehicle is parked in a horizontal posi-
tion.
▷
The vehicle will not be moved until the initi-
alization is completed.
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