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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.
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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.
Pre-conditioning, refer to page 258.
To provide information on maintenance rec-
ommendations, the service data is stored in
the vehicle key.
Displaying the charging screen, refer
to page 150.
To prevent possible locking in of the vehicle
key, take the vehicle key with you when exiting
the vehicle.
Open the cargo area.
Panic mode.
Safety information
Pathway lighting, refer to page 162.
Warning
Additional vehicle keys
Additional vehicle keys are available from an
authorized service center or another qualified
service center or repair shop.
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
pointed object and lift it out.
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.
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 property damage. Always replace the dis-
charged battery with a battery with the same
voltage, the same size and the same specifi-
cation.
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.
Batteries contain harmful chemicals. It
is prohibited by law to dispose of bat-
teries together with household waste.
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.
Integrated key
General information
The vehicle can be locked and unlocked man-
ually 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.
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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.
Unlocking the vehicle manually
1. Pull and hold the driver's door handle out-
ward 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. Pull out the vehicle key and release the
door handle.
4. Open the driver's door.
5. 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
Emergency detection of the vehicle
key
Lock button for manual locking of the doors.
It is not possible to switch on the drive-ready
state if the vehicle key has not been detected.
Locking the vehicle
Proceed as follows in this case:
1. Close all doors.
2. Enter the vehicle on the front passenger's
side and close the front passenger door.
1. Hold the rear of the vehicle key against the
mark on the steering column. Pay attention
to the display in the instrument cluster.
3. Press the central locking button to unlock
all doors.
2.
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If the vehicle key is detected:
If vehicle is de-energized: Press down the
lock buttons on all doors except the front
passenger door.
Turn on drive-ready state within 10 sec-
onds.
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If the vehicle key is not detected:
4. Exit the vehicle through the front passenger
door.
Slightly change the position of the vehi-
cle key and repeat the procedure.
5. Press down the lock button on the front
passenger door and close the front pass-
enger door.
Malfunction
A Check Control message is displayed where
applicable.
6. Pull the door handles to make sure they are
locked. If necessary, repeat the process.
Vehicle key detection by the vehicle may mal-
function under the following circumstances:
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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The battery of the vehicle key is discharged.
Fault of the radio link from transmission
towers or other equipment with high trans-
mitting power.
In this case, use the vehicle key emergency
detection to switch off the alarm.
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Shielding of the vehicle key due to metal
objects.
If the doors are manually locked from the in-
side, the alarm system is not activated.
Do not transport the vehicle key together
with metal objects.
Fault of the radio link from mobile phones
or other electronic devices in direct proxim-
ity to the vehicle key.
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Do not carry the vehicle key in close prox-
imity to other electronic devices.
Warning
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Fault of radio transmission by a charging
process of mobile devices, for instance
charging of a mobile phone.
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:
The vehicle key is located in direct proximity
of the wireless charging tray.
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Establishing standby.
Place the vehicle key in a different location.
Releasing the parking brake.
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Fault of the radio link while charging the
vehicle.
Opening and closing the doors or win-
dows.
In the case of interference, the vehicle can also
be unlocked and locked from the outside with
the integrated key. Use the Emergency detec-
tion of the vehicle key to turn on drive-ready
state.
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Engaging selector lever position N.
Using vehicle equipment.
There is a risk of accident, injury, and prop-
erty damage. Do not leave children or ani-
mals unattended in the vehicle. Take the ve-
hicle key with you when exiting and lock the
vehicle.
Access to vehicle interior
Safety information
Warning
NOTICE
The window will be lowered slightly when
pulling on the door handle. In the event of
frost, the window may be frozen solid and
may not be able to be lowered. There is a
risk of property damage. When pulling on the
door handle, make sure that the window is
lowered. If necessary, remove snow and ice
from the window. Do not open the door with
force.
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.
Warning
Actions during unlocking
Depending on the settings, the following func-
tions are performed when unlocking the vehi-
cle:
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
in it. Do not leave babies, toddlers or animals
alone in the vehicle.
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Only the driver's door and the charging
socket 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.
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In addition, the following functions are exe-
cuted:
Settings, refer to page 93.
With the vehicle key
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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.
Unlocking the vehicle
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The interior lights are switched on, unless
they were manually switched off.
Press the button on the vehicle key.
Depending on vehicle equipment, folded-in
exterior mirrors are folded out.
If only the driver's door and charging socket
flap have been unlocked due to the settings,
press the button on the vehicle key again to
unlock the other vehicle access points.
If the exterior mirrors were folded in using
the button inside the vehicle, they will not
fold out when the vehicle is unlocked.
The lighting functions may depend on the am-
bient brightness.
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Anti-theft protection is switched off.
The alarm system is switched off.
Additional information:
Locking the vehicle
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Settings, refer to page 93.
1. Close the driver's door.
Welcome lights, refer to page 161.
BMW ID/driver profiles, refer to page 71.
2.
Press the button on the vehicle key.
All vehicle access points are locked.
On the door handle
Principle
Actions during locking
Depending on the settings, the following func-
tions are performed when locking the vehicle:
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The locking of the vehicle can be confirmed
with a light signal or a sound signal.
The vehicle can be accessed without operating
the vehicle key.
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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.
The vehicle key is automatically detected near
the vehicle.
General information
The function is available with Comfort Access.
The following functions are executed:
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All doors, the cargo area, and the charging
socket flap are locked.
Functional requirements
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Anti-theft protection is switched on. This
prevents the doors from being unlocked us-
ing the lock buttons or the door openers.
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Carry the vehicle key with you, e.g., in your
pants pocket.
To lock the vehicle, the vehicle key must be
outside of the vehicle near the doors.
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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, drive-ready state must be
turned off using the Start/Stop button.
After locking, approx. 2 seconds must
elapse before unlocking is possible.
Additional information:
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When the driver walks away from the unlocked
vehicle with the vehicle key, the vehicle will be
locked.
Unlock vehicle
General information
The function is available with Comfort Access.
The vehicle will be unlocked when an author-
ized vehicle key is detected in the unlocking
zone.
The unlocking zone is located within a radius
of approx. 5 ft/1.50 m around the side and rear
of the vehicle.
Reach into the recessed grip of a front door.
The vehicle will be locked when the vehicle key
leaves the locking zone.
Locking the vehicle
1. Close the driver's door.
The locking zone is located within a radius of
approx. 9 ft/3 m around the side and rear of
the vehicle.
2. With your finger, touch the grooved surface
on a closed door handle for approx. 1 sec-
ond 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 pass-
enger 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 charging socket flap remains unlocked.
Malfunction
Wet or snowy conditions may disrupt the lock-
ing request detection on the door handles.
Actions during unlocking
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.
Touchless unlocking/locking of the
vehicle
Settings, refer to page 93.
Principle
When the driver approaches the locked vehicle
with the vehicle key, the vehicle is unlocked.
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Functional requirements
Locking/unlocking the vehicle
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Carry the vehicle key with you, e.g., in your
pants pocket.
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Unlocking: when entering the unlocking
zone, the doors and cargo area must be
closed.
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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.
Hold the activated Key Card directly at the cen-
ter of the driver's door handle.
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The drive-ready state must be turned off.
For contactless locking of the vehicle, no
second vehicle key may be within a radius
of 18 ft/6 m around the vehicle.
When locking the vehicle with the Key Card,
make sure that all doors and the cargo area
are closed.
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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.
If the Key Card is not detected, slightly change
the position of the Key Card and repeat the
procedure.
Additional information:
With the BMW Digital Key
Settings, refer to page 93.
Principle
With the Key Card
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.
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:
BMW Digital Key, refer to page 89.
Additional information:
Key Card, refer to page 87.
Locking/unlocking the vehicle
General information
The Key Card is available with Comfort Access.
Hold the smartphone NFC antenna directly at
the center of the driver's door handle. The po-
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sition of the near field communication antenna
depends on the smartphone model.
Warning
When locking the vehicle with the smartphone,
make sure that all doors and the cargo area
are closed.
The tailgate swings back and up when it
opens. There is a risk of injury and risk of
property damage. Make sure that the travel
path of the tailgate is clear during opening
and closing.
Frequently Asked Questions
What precautions can be taken to be able to
open a vehicle, despite accidentally locking in
the vehicle key?
Warning
Sharp-edged or pointed objects can hit the
windows and heating elements while driving.
There is a risk of injury or risk of property
damage. Cover the edges and ensure that
pointed objects do not hit the windows.
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The app’s remote services offer the option
to lock and unlock a vehicle.
This requires an active BMW Connected-
Drive contract, and the app must be instal-
led on a smartphone.
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Unlocking the vehicle can be requested via
the BMW ConnectedDrive Call Center.
With the vehicle key
An active BMW ConnectedDrive contract is
required.
General information
To avoid locking the vehicle key in the vehicle,
do not place the vehicle key in the cargo area.
Access to the cargo area
Depending on vehicle equipment and national-
market version, the following settings can be
changed:
General information
The cargo area will be opened to the config-
ured opening height.
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Unlocking the cargo area with the vehicle
key also unlocks the doors.
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Before unlocking the cargo area with the
vehicle key, first unlock the vehicle.
Safety information
Functional requirements
Selector lever position P must be engaged to
open the cargo area with the vehicle key.
Warning
Body parts can be jammed when operating
the tailgate. There is a risk of injury. Make
sure that the travel path of the tailgate is
clear during opening and closing.
You must enable the setting for opening with
the vehicle key.
Additional information:
Settings, refer to page 93.
Opening the cargo area
Press and hold the button on the vehi-
cle key for approx. 1 second.
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Press the button on the trunk.
Press the button on the trunk.
On the cargo area
General information
With Comfort Access, the cargo area can be
accessed without activating the vehicle key.
The vehicle is locked after closing
the cargo area. To do so, the driv-
er's door must be closed and the vehicle
key must be outside of the vehicle near the
cargo area.
The key is automatically detected near the ve-
hicle.
Functional prerequisite
Carry the vehicle key with you, e.g., in your
pants pocket.
Inside the vehicle
Functional requirements
The vehicle key or digital key must be located
within the vehicle in order to close the cargo
area using the button inside the vehicle.
Opening the cargo area
When the vehicle is locked, selector lever posi-
tion P must be engaged before the tailgate can
be opened using the button inside the vehicle.
Opening the trunk
Press the button in the driver's door.
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Unlock the vehicle and then press the but-
ton on the cargo area.
Closing the cargo area
With Comfort Access: carry the vehicle key
with you and press the button on the cargo
area.
Pull and hold the button in the driver's
door.
Locked doors are not unlocked.
An acoustic signal sounds before the trunk is
closed.
Closing the cargo area
Interruption of the opening
procedure
The opening procedure is interrupted in the
following situations:
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When the vehicle starts moving.
By pressing the button on the outside of
the cargo area. Pressing it again closes the
cargo area again.
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By pressing the button on the inside of the
cargo area. Pressing it again closes the
cargo area again.
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By pressing the button on the vehicle key.
you unintentionally move your foot or if a foot
movement is detected.
Pressing the button again continues the
opening process.
The sensor has an approximate range of
5 ft/1.50 m extending from the rear area.
By pressing or pulling the button in the
driver's door. Pressing again continues the
opening procedure.
If contactless opening is used for the cargo
area, the locked doors will not be unlocked.
Functional requirements
Interruption of the closing procedure
The closing procedure is interrupted in the fol-
lowing situations:
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To close the cargo area contactlessly, the
automatic tailgate must be installed.
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Selector lever position P must be engaged.
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If the vehicle drives off with a jerky move-
ment.
Contactless opening and closing of the
cargo area must be activated in the set-
tings.
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By pressing the button on the outside of
the cargo area. Pressing it again opens the
cargo area again.
Depending on vehicle equipment:
No trailer hitches should be mounted.
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By pressing the button on the inside of
the cargo area. Pressing it again opens the
cargo area again.
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Additional information:
Settings, refer to page 93.
By pressing the button on the vehicle key.
Pressing it again opens the cargo area
again.
Opening the cargo area
1. To open the cargo area hands-free, walk
behind the vehicle and hold the vehicle key
in the middle at approx. arm’s length.
By releasing the button in the driver's door.
Pulling again and holding continues the
closing motion.
2. Wave a foot under the vehicle in the driv-
ing direction and immediately pull it back.
With these movements, the leg must pass
through the ranges of both sensors.
Opening and closing the cargo area
contactlessly
Principle
You can open the cargo area contactlessly
when carrying the vehicle key on your person.
With automatic tailgate activation, the cargo
area can also be closed contactlessly.
Sensors detect specific foot movements near
the center of the rear area, and the cargo area
opens or closes.
Before the cargo area opens, the hazard warn-
ing system flashes.
General information
Function availability depends on vehicle equip-
ment and national-market version.
Moving a foot again will stop the opening proc-
cedure. The subsequent foot movement will
close the cargo area again.
If the vehicle key is within the sensor range, the
cargo area may open or close inadvertently if
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Closing the cargo area
Perform the foot movement for opening the
cargo area.
Malfunction
Warning
The hazard warning system flashes and an
acoustic signal sounds.
With manual operation of a blocked tailgate,
it can release itself unexpectedly from the
blocking. There is a risk of injury and risk
of property damage. Do not operate the tail-
gate manually if it is blocked. Have the vehi-
cle checked by an authorized service center
or another qualified service center or repair
shop.
Moving a foot again will stop the closing proc-
ess. The subsequent foot movement will open
the cargo area again.
System limits
The detection of the foot movement may be
limited due to the following external conditions:
In the event of an electrical malfunction in the
automatic tailgate, operate the unlocked tail-
gate slowly with a smooth motion by hand.
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Ice, snow or slush on the rear of the vehicle.
Dirt or road salt on the rear of the vehicle.
Movement in range of the sensors may cause
the cargo area to open unintentionally, e.g.,
due to running water when cleaning the vehi-
cle or from heavy rainfall, or due to the mov-
ing brushes in a car wash. To prevent such
unintended opening of the cargo area in such
cases, keep the vehicle key at a sufficient dis-
tance from the rear of the vehicle.
To close the tailgate fully, press down lightly
only. Closing occurs automatically.
Key Card
Principle
The Key Card allows the vehicle to be unlocked
and locked, as well as started.
Depending on vehicle equipment: Objects
mounted on a trailer hitch cannot be detected
if the trailer power socket is not plugged in.
General information
Key Card availability depends on vehicle equip-
ment and national-market version.
Emergency cargo area release
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.
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.
Pull the handle inside the cargo area.
The cargo area is unlocked.
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Deactivating Key Card
Safety information
1.
Apps menu
2. "Vehicle"
NOTICE
3. "Doors and windows"
4. "Digital Key"
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 property damage. Do not place the
Key Card in the wireless charging tray at the
same time as a mobile device.
5. "Key Card"
6. "Deactivate Key Card"
A deactivated Key Card remains in the list of
paired digital keys.
Activating/deactivating Key Card in
the vehicle
Unlocking and locking the vehicle
The vehicle can be unlocked and locked with
the activated Key Card.
General information
When the BMW Digital Key is activated for the
vehicle, a digital key can be used instead of the
vehicle key.
Additional information:
Access to the vehicle interior, refer to page 80.
Turning on the drive-ready state
A deactivated Key Card remains in the list of
paired digital keys.
Functional requirement
A vehicle key must be located in the vehicle to
activate and deactivate the Key Card.
Activating Key Card
1. Open the cover of the smartphone tray.
2. Place activated Key Card in the center of
the smartphone tray.
3. Press the Start/Stop button.
After drive-ready state is switched on, the Key
Card can be removed from the tray.
Malfunction
1. Open the cover of the smartphone tray.
The vehicle may not be able to detect the Key
Card if there are objects between the smart-
phone tray and the Key Card, e.g., a wallet or
smartphone case.
2. Place Key Card in the center of the smart-
phone tray.
3. Follow instructions on the control display.
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Functional requirements
BMW Digital Key
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The smartphone is compatible with BMW
Digital Key
Principle
The vehicle is linked with the Connected-
Drive account of the vehicle owner.
BMW Digital Key lets you lock and unlock and
start your vehicle using a 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.
General information
BMW Digital Key availability and functionality
depend on vehicle equipment and national-
market version.
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Bluetooth must be activated on the smart-
phone for contactless unlocking and locking
using the digital key.
BMW Digital Key can be used with a compat-
ible smartphone or other compatible mobile
devices.
Enabling the main digital key
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.
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.
Proof of authorization can be started via the
My BMW App or using the activation code in
the corresponding smartphone function, e.g.,
the Wallet app.
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, al-
ways 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.
Both vehicle keys must be located in the vehi-
cle to be enabled.
Follow the activation instructions in the Digital
Key menu, on the app, or on the control dis-
play.
Sharing digital keys
General information
Always take the vehicle key with you to a serv-
ice appointment.
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.
Additional information:
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BMW ID/driver profiles, refer to page 71.
Key Card, refer to page 87.
Forwarding authorization
To share the digital key, select the correspond-
ing function on the smartphone, for instance in
the Wallet app.
As soon as a digital key is shared with another
person, the person will receive an invitation.
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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"
Authentication
Depending on the recipient’s smartphone
model, an authentication may be required for
security and safety reasons.
3. "Doors and windows"
4. "Digital Key"
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.
Resetting the function
To reset the BMW Digital Key function, an au-
thorized vehicle key must be located in the ve-
hicle.
Deleting digital keys
When resetting the BMW Digital Key function,
all digital keys including the main digital key
will be deleted. The Key Card's digital key is
retained and deactivated.
General information
Deleted digital keys will be removed from the
list of enabled digital keys.
After the reset, the vehicle can no longer be
unlocked, locked or started with a digital key.
Deleted digital keys cannot be restored.
The main digital key must be enabled again to
be able to use BMW Digital Key again.
Deleting the main digital key
The main digital key can be deleted from the
smartphone or via iDrive.
1.
Apps menu
2. "Vehicle"
The deletion of the main digital key is com-
pleted immediately.
3. "Doors and windows"
4. "Digital Key"
Deleting a shared key
5. "Reset function"
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.
Unlocking and locking the vehicle
The vehicle can be unlocked and locked using
the door handle.
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.
Additional information:
Access to the vehicle interior, refer to page 80.
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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 94.
Malfunction
Digital key recognition by the vehicle may mal-
function under the following circumstances:
▷
▷
▷
▷
The smartphone is shielded from the sen-
sors in the vehicle by a smartphone cover
that is not suitable.
1. Open the cover of the smartphone tray.
2. Place smartphone in the center of the
smartphone tray.
Objects such as a chip card or the Key Card
are located between the smartphone and
the smartphone cover.
Ensure that the display is facing up.
3. Close the cover of the smartphone tray.
Fault of the connection from transmission
towers or other equipment with high trans-
mitting power.
4. Press the Start/Stop button to turn on
drive-ready state.
Shielding of the smartphone due to build-
ings or metal objects.
Sale of the smartphone
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.
Buttons for the central
locking system
Changing smartphones
General information
The vehicle is automatically locked when driv-
ing off.
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.
In the event of a severe accident, the vehicle
is automatically unlocked. The hazard warning
system and interior lights are illuminated.
Sale of the vehicle
Prior to selling a vehicle, reset the Digital
Key function or remove the vehicle from the
ConnectedDrive account of the current vehicle
owner.
When the vehicle is removed from the Con-
nectedDrive account, all digital keys for the ve-
hicle will be deleted. The Key Card's digital key
is retained and deactivated.
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unlocks the door, the second time opens it.
The other doors remain locked.
Overview
Valet parking mode
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.
The central locking buttons are located on the
front door.
General information
Lock.
Depending on the national-market version, the
valet parking mode may not be available.
Unlock.
Valet Parking mode has the following restric-
tions:
▷
Vehicle settings cannot be changed via
iDrive.
Locking the vehicle
▷
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.
▷
▷
Personal data cannot be displayed.
The audio system is muted, with the possi-
ble volume of the audio system being lim-
ited.
The vehicle is not secured against theft when
locking.
▷
▷
▷
The integrated Universal Remote Control is
deactivated.
Unlocking the vehicle
Press the button in the driver's door or
front passenger’s door.
Dynamic Stability Control cannot be turned
off.
The availability of certain settings of the
driving modes is limited.
Opening the door
Additional information:
▷
Press the button to unlock all the
doors.
BMW ID/driver profiles, refer to page 71.
Pull the door opener above the arm-
Functional requirement
rest.
The driver has registered in the vehicle with a
BMW ID.
▷
▷
Front doors: pull the door opener on the
door to open the door. The other doors re-
main locked.
Activating the valet parking mode
Back doors: pull twice on the door opener
on the door to be opened; the first time
1.
Apps menu
2. "Vehicle"
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3. "System settings"
4. "Valet parking mode"
5. If necessary, "PIN"
Only the driver's door and the charging
socket flap are unlocked. Pressing again
unlocks the entire vehicle.
▷
"All doors"
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.
The entire vehicle is unlocked.
Touchless unlocking/locking
1.
Apps menu
6. If necessary, enter the PIN.
7. "Activate valet parking mode"
2. "Vehicle"
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.
2.
▷
Enter the assigned PIN for the BMW ID.
Automatic unlocking
If you have forgotten the PIN: enter the
access data for the BMW ID.
1.
Apps menu
2. "Vehicle"
▷
If the selected BMW ID does not have
an assigned PIN: enter the access data
for the BMW ID.
3. "Doors and windows"
4. "Lock/unlock"
5. Select the desired setting:
▷
▷
"Unlock doors at end of trip"
"Unlock doors when in P"
Settings
If locked, the vehicle unlocks automatically
when drive-ready state is turned off or selector
lever position P is engaged.
General information
Depending on the equipment and national-
market version, various settings for opening
and closing are possible.
Automatic locking
1.
Apps menu
Unlocking and locking
2. "Vehicle"
3. "Doors and windows"
4. "Lock/unlock"
Doors
1.
Apps menu
5. "Lock after a short time"
2. "Vehicle"
The vehicle locks automatically after a short
period of time if no door is opened after un-
locking.
3. "Doors and windows"
4. "Lock/unlock"
5. "Unlock"
Confirmation signals from the vehicle
6. Select the desired setting:
1.
Apps menu
▷
"Driver's door only"
2. "Vehicle"
3. "Doors and windows"
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4. "Lock/unlock"
Operating the cargo area with the vehi-
cle key is disabled.
5. Select the desired setting:
▷
"Flash on lock/unlock"
Adjusting the opening height
You can set how far the tailgate can be
opened.
Unlocking is signaled by flashing twice,
locking by flashing once.
▷
With alarm system:
When adjusting the opening height, make sure
the clearance above the tailgate is at least
4 in/10 cm.
"Sound on lock/unlock"
Unlocking is confirmed with two sound
signals, locking is confirmed with one
sound signal.
1.
Apps menu
2. "Vehicle"
Folding mirrors in automatically
3. "Doors and windows"
4. "Tailgate"
1.
Apps menu
2. "Vehicle"
5. "Opening height"
3. "Doors and windows"
4. "Lock/unlock"
6. Monitor the tailgate and set the desired
opening height.
5. "Fold mirrors on lock/unlock"
Opening/closing the cargo area
contactlessly
Cargo area
1.
Apps menu
2. "Vehicle"
Cargo area and doors
3. "Doors and windows"
4. "Tailgate"
1.
Apps menu
2. "Vehicle"
5. Select the desired setting.
3. "Doors and windows"
4. "Tailgate"
5. Select the desired setting:
Alarm system
▷
"Tailgate"
Depending on the equipment, the cargo
area will be unlocked or opened.
Principle
The alarm system issues a visual and acoustic
signal when someone attempts to open the
locked vehicle incorrectly.
▷
"Tailgate and door(s)"
Depending on the equipment, the cargo
area will be unlocked or opened and the
doors are unlocked.
General information
When the vehicle is locked, the vehicle alarm
system reacts to the following changes:
▷
▷
"Tailgate will only open if vehicle is
already unlocked"
The vehicle must be unlocked before
the cargo area can be operated with the
vehicle key.
▷
Opening a door, the hood, or the cargo
area.
▷
Movements in the vehicle interior.
"Lock tailgate button"
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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 does not turn on if the vehi-
cle is locked 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
Alarm system error.
The cargo area can be opened even when the
alarm system is switched on.
▷
▷
The indicator light goes out after unlocking:
The vehicle has not been tampered with.
After closing the cargo area, the cargo area will
be locked and monitored again. The hazard
warning system flashes once during closing.
The indicator light flashes after unlocking
until drive-ready state is switched on, but
no longer than approx. 5 minutes:
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The alarm has been triggered.
Ending the alarm
Unlock the vehicle.
Tilt alarm sensor
The inclination of the vehicle is monitored.
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.
The alarm system responds in situations such
as attempts to steal a wheel or when the vehi-
cle is towed.
Window
Interior motion sensor
The vehicle interior is monitored.
General information
The alarm system triggers when movement is
detected inside the vehicle.
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.
The windows and the glass sunroof must be
closed for the system to function properly.
Avoiding unintentional alarms
Additional information:
BMW Intelligent Personal Assistant, refer to
page 59.
General information
The tilt alarm sensor and interior motion sen-
sor can trigger an alarm, although no unau-
thorized action occurred.
Safety information
Possible situations for an unwanted alarm:
Warning
▷
▷
▷
In car washes.
When operating the windows, body parts and
objects can be jammed. There is a risk of in-
jury and risk of property damage. Make sure
that the travel path of the windows is clear
while opening and closing.
In duplex garages.
During transport on trains carrying vehicles,
at sea or on a trailer.
▷
With animals in the vehicle.
The tilt alarm sensor and the interior motion
sensor can be switched off in such situations.
With the vehicle key
Switching off the tilt alarm sensor and
interior motion sensor
Opening windows
Press and hold the button on the vehi-
cle key after unlocking.
Press the button on the vehicle key
within 30 seconds as soon as the vehi-
cle is locked.
The windows open for as long as the button
on the vehicle key is pressed.
The indicator light illuminates for approx.
2 seconds and then continues to flash.
The tilt alarm sensor and interior motion sen-
sor are switched off until the vehicle is locked
again.
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Depending on the vehicle equipment, exterior
mirrors are folded in unless they were folded
in during locking. The exterior mirrors are not
folded in when the hazard warning flashers are
switched on.
Closing the windows
With Comfort Access: press and hold
the button on the vehicle key after lock-
ing.
The windows close for as long as the button
on the vehicle key is pressed.
Inside the vehicle
Depending on the vehicle equipment, exterior
mirrors are folded in unless they were folded
in during locking. The exterior mirrors are not
folded in when the hazard warning flashers are
switched on.
Overview
On the door handle
Principle
The windows can be closed using the 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
▷
Standby state is switched on.
▷
Drive-ready state is switched on.
Functional prerequisite
The vehicle key or digital key must be inside
the vehicle.
Carry the vehicle key with you, for instance in
your pants pocket.
Opening windows
Closing the 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.
With your finger, touch the grooved surface on
a closed door handle without reaching into the
recessed grip.
Closing the windows
▷
Pull the switch to the resistance
point.
In addition to locking, the windows and glass
sunroof with sun protection will be closed.
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The window closes while the switch is be-
ing held.
The window closes with limited anti-trap
mechanism. 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.
Anti-trap mechanism
The window closes without the anti-trap
mechanism.
Principle
The anti-trap mechanism prevents objects or
body parts becoming jammed between the
door frame and window while a window is be-
ing closed.
Safety switch
Principle
The safety switch can be used to prevent chil-
dren, for instance, from opening and closing
the rear windows using the switches in the
rear.
General information
If resistance or blockage is detected while a
window is being closed, the closing will be in-
terrupted.
If an accident of a certain severity occurs, the
safety function is switched off automatically.
Safety information
Overview
Warning
Accessories on the windows such as anten-
nas can impact anti-trap mechanism. There
is a risk of injury. Do not install accessories in
the area of movement of the windows.
Closing without the anti-trap
mechanism
In case of danger from the outside or if icing
might prevent normal closing, proceed as fol-
lows:
The safety switch is located on the
driver's door.
Turning the safety functions on/off
1. Pull the
switch past the resistance
To activate/deactivate the safety func-
tion, press the safety switch on the
driver’s door.
point and hold it there.
The LED in the button illuminates when the
safety function is switched on.
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Functional prerequisite
Carry the vehicle key with you, for instance in
your pants pocket.
Glass sunroof
Safety information
Warning
Closing glass sunroof
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.
With the vehicle key
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.
Opening glass sunroof
Press and hold the button on the vehi-
cle key after unlocking.
In addition to locking, the windows and glass
sunroof with sun protection will be closed.
The glass sunroof with sun protection will be
opened 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.
Closing glass sunroof
With Comfort Access: press and hold
the button on the vehicle key in close
range of the vehicle after locking.
Inside the vehicle
The glass sunroof with sun protection will be
closed for as long as the button on the vehicle
key is pressed.
Functional requirements
The glass sunroof and sun protection can be
operated under the following conditions.
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.
▷
▷
Standby state is switched on.
Drive-ready state is switched on.
The vehicle key must be inside the vehicle.
General information
The glass sunroof and the sun protection are
operated using the same switch.
On the door handle
Principle
The glass sunroof can be closed using the
door handle without operating the vehicle key.
The vehicle key is automatically detected near
the vehicle.
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closed or in the tilted position, the sun pro-
tection closes.
Overview
Button in the vehicle
▷
Slide the switch back past the resistance
point.
The sun protection opens automatically. If
the sun protection is already fully open, the
glass sunroof opens automatically.
Pressing the switch again stops the motion.
▷
Push the switch forward past the resistance
point.
The glass sunroof closes automatically. If
the glass sunroof is already closed or in
the tilted position, the sun protection closes
automatically.
Opening/closing the glass sun-
roof/sun protection.
Pressing the switch again stops the motion.
Opening/closing the glass sunroof and
sun protection together
Lifting/closing glass sunroof
▷
Briefly press out the switch
twice in succession toward
the rear past the resistance
point.
Push switch briefly upward.
▷
The closed glass sunroof tilts
and the sun protection opens
slightly.
The glass sunroof and sun
protection open together.
▷
The opened glass sunroof
closes until it is in the tilted
position. The sun protection
does not move.
Pressing the switch again
stops the motion.
▷
Briefly press out the switch twice in succes-
sion toward the front past the resistance
point.
▷
The tilted glass sunroof closes.
Opening/closing the glass sunroof and
sun protection separately
The glass sunroof and sun protection close
together.
▷
Slide switch back to the re-
sistance point and hold.
Pressing the switch again stops the motion.
Holding down the switch
opens the sun protection. If
the sun protection is already
fully open, the glass sunroof
opens.
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.
▷
Slide switch forward to the resistance point
and hold.
Operating the switch inside the vehicle again
opens the glass sunroof completely.
The glass sunroof closes while the switch
is being held. If the glass sunroof is already
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Closing from the lifted position without
the anti-trap mechanism
In case of danger from the outside or if icing
might prevent normal closing, proceed as fol-
lows:
Anti-trap mechanism
Principle
The anti-trap mechanism prevents objects or
body parts from becoming jammed between
the roof frame and glass sunroof while the
glass sunroof is closing.
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.
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.
Closing from the open position without
the anti-trap mechanism
If an external hazard or ice prevents normal
closure, proceed as follows:
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:
1. Close all doors.
2. Switch on drive-ready state or stop a mov-
ing vehicle.
▷
The vehicle is parked in a horizontal posi-
tion.
3. Push the switch forward past the resistance
point and hold.
▷
The vehicle will not be moved until the initi-
alization is completed.
The glass sunroof closes with limited anti-
trap mechanism. If the closing force ex-
ceeds a specific threshold, closing is inter-
rupted.
▷
▷
The drive-ready state is established.
The outside temperature is above
41 ℉/5 ℃.
During initialization, the glass sunroof closes
without the anti-trap mechanism.
4. Push the switch forward again past the
resistance point and hold until the glass
sunroof closes without the anti-trap mech-
anism. Make sure that the closing path is
clear.
Make sure that the closing path is clear.
Initializing the system
Press the switch up and hold
it until the initialization is com-
plete:
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▷
▷
▷
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.
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