2006 BMW 6 Series Owner's Manual - Page 38

> The engine can only be started if the vehicle detects that the remote control carried is located in the vehicle. Switching on radio readiness By briefly pressing the Start/Stop button, you switch on the radio readiness, refer to page 58. When doing so, do not depress the brake pedal; otherwise, the engine will start immediately.< Special features in contrast to ordinary remote control It is basically irrelevant whether you operate the above-mentioned functions with the comfort access feature or by pressing the buttons on the remote control. Before doing so, please familiarize yourself with the information on opening and closing, starting on page 28. The special features when using comfort access are described below. You can start the engine or switch on the ignition if a remote control is located on the interior of the vehicle. It need not be inserted in the ignition lock, refer to page 58. If you take the remote control with you when leaving the vehicle with the engine running, a warning lamp lights up. In addition, a message appears on the Control Display. As long as no remote control is detected in the vehicle, it is only possible to restart the engine within approx. 10 seconds after it is switched off. Unlocking Switching off engine with automatic transmission The engine can only be switched off in the selector lever position P, refer to page 60. To switch off the engine in the selector lever position N, the remote control must be inserted in the ignition lock. Completely grasp a door handle, arrow 1. This corresponds to pressing the button. If a remote control is detected in the interior after unlocking, the electric steering-wheel lock disengages, refer to page 58. Before driving into a car wash with automatic transmission 1. Insert the remote control into the ignition lock. 2. Depress brake pedal. 3. Place selector lever in position N. 4. Switch off the engine. The vehicle can roll. Locking doors Touch the surface, arrow 2 on the driver's door or 3 on the passenger door with a finger for approx. 1 second. This corresponds to pressing the button. For comfort closing, hold a finger on the surface, arrow 2 or 3. If a remote control accidentally left in the luggage compartment is detected inside the locked vehicle after the luggage compartment lid has been closed, then the luggage compartment lid opens again. The hazard warning flashers flash and an acoustic signal* sounds.< Malfunction The comfort access function may malfunction due to local radio waves. If this occurs, then open or close the vehicle with the buttons on the remote control or with a key. To start the engine after this, insert the remote control in the ignition lock. Mobility Reference 37 Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 159 709 © 09/05 BMW AG Communications Entertainment Navigation Driving tips Controls Starting engine At a glance