2006 BMW X3 Owner's Manual - Page 23
2006 BMW X3 Manual
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Unlocking and opening doors > Either unlock all of the doors by using the central locking system button and then pull on the door handle above the armrest or > pull the door handle of each door twice: the first time unlocks the door, the second time opens it. Opening manually In the event of an electrical malfunction: 1. Fold up the floor cover in the cargo area. 3. Press the lever behind the cover to the side, refer to arrow. The liftgate is released. At a glance Reference Mobility Driving tips The handle recesses on the interior trim of the liftgate make it easier to pull down. Avoid injuries by making sure that the liftgate's closing region is clear and unobstructed.< 21 Controls 2. Release the jack from the bracket. Engaging locks > Either lock all doors via the central locking system button or > press down the lock buttons of the doors. To prevent you from being locked out, the opened driver's door cannot be locked using the lock button. Because any persons or animals left unattended in a parked vehicle could lock the doors from the inside, you should always keep the vehicle key with you; this precaution ensures that you will remain able to unlock the vehicle from the outside at all times.< You can set an acoustic signal to remind you if the ignition key is still in the ignition lock after you open the driver's door.< The liftgate is locked again as soon as it is closed. Closing Liftgate To avoid damage, make sure there is sufficient space when opening the liftgate.< Opening from outside Press the button, refer to arrow, or the button on the remote control. The liftgate opens slightly. It can be pivoted upward. When the liftgate is open, the cargo area and interior are lit up. Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 012 213 - © 02/06 BMW AG