2009 BMW 3 Series Owner's Manual - Page 38

Opening and closing Windows To prevent injuries, watch the windows while closing them. Take the remote control with you when you leave the car; otherwise, children could operate the electric windows and possibly injure themselves.< Pinch protection system If the closing force exceeds a specific value as a window closes, the closing action is interrupted and the window reopens slightly. Despite the pinch protection system check and clear the window's travel path prior to closing it; otherwise, the safety system might fail to detect certain kinds of obstructions, such as thin objects, and the window would continue closing. Do not install any accessories that might interfere with window movement. Otherwise, the pinch protection system could be impaired.< Opening, closing Closing without pinch protection If there is an external danger, or if ice on the windows, etc., prevents you from closing the windows normally, proceed as follows: > Press the switch to the resistance point: The window opens as long as you press the switch. > Press the switch beyond the resistance point: The window opens automatically. Press the switch again to stop the opening movement. You can close the windows in the same manner by pulling the switch. There are separate switches in the rear seat armrests. 1. Pull the switch past the resistance point and hold it there. Pinch protection is limited and the window reopens slightly if the closing force exceeds a certain value. 2. Pull the switch again past the resistance point within approx. 4 seconds and hold it there. The window closes without pinch protection. Safety switch After switching off the ignition When the remote control is removed or the ignition is switched off, you can still operate the windows for approx. 1 minute as long as no door is opened. Convenient operation For information on Convenient operation via the remote control or the door lock, refer to page 27 or 29. For information on Convenient closing with Comfort Access, refer to Locking on page 28. With the safety switch, you can prevent the rear windows from being opened or closed via the switches in the rear passenger area, by children, for example. When the safety function is switched on, the LED comes on. Always press the safety switch when children ride in the rear; otherwise, unchecked closing of the windows could lead to injuries.< 36 Online Edition for Part no. 01 41 2 603 048 - © 08/09 BMW AG