2009 BMW M3 Owner's Manual - Page 34

Opening and closing Locking separately Push the switch in the direction of arrow 1. The luggage compartment lid is locked and cannot be unlocked using the central locking system. If you give the remote control without the integrated key to someone else while the glove compartment is locked, the luggage compartment lid cannot be opened. This is an advantage when valet parking, for example. Locking the glove compartment, refer to page 104. Coupe Convertible To close the luggage compartment lid, press it down lightly. The lid is closed automatically.< Unlocking separately Push the switch in the direction of arrow 2. Emergency release Pull the lever in the cargo bay. The luggage compartment lid is unlocked. Alarm system* The concept The vehicle alarm system responds: > When a door, the hood or the luggage compartment lid is opened > To movements inside the vehicle: Interior motion sensor, refer to page 33 > When the car's inclination changes, for instance if an attempt is made to jack it up and steal the wheels or to raise it prior to towing away > When there is an interruption in the power supply from the battery The alarm system signals unauthorized entry attempts for a short time by means of: > An acoustic alarm > Switching on the hazard warning flashers > Flashing the high beams Closing The handle recesses on the interior trim of the luggage compartment lid make it easier to pull down. Make sure that the closing path of the luggage compartment lid is clear, otherwise injuries may result.< 32 Online Edition for Part no. 01 41 2 600 999 - © 08/08 BMW AG