2007 BMW 5 Series Owner's Manual - Page 42
2007 BMW 5 Series Manual
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Opening and closing tailgate or the rear window, the lid or rear window opens again. The hazard warning flashers flash and a signal* sounds.< Malfunction The comfort access function may malfunction due to local radio waves. Then open or close the vehicle with the buttons on the remote control or with a key. To start the engine following this, insert the remote control in the ignition lock. Sports Wagon: opening rear window separately Press the button on the rear window, refer to page 35. Replacing battery The remote control for comfort access contains a battery which must be replaced if necessary. 1. Remove integrated key from remote control, refer to page 28. 2. Remove cover. Switching on radio readiness By briefly pressing the Start/Stop button, you switch on the radio readiness, refer to page 60. When doing so, do not depress the brake or clutch pedal, otherwise the engine will start immediately.< Starting engine You can start the engine or switch on the ignition if a remote control is located in the interior of the vehicle. It need not be inserted in the ignition lock, refer to page 60. 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. 3. Lay in new battery with positive side facing upward. 4. Press cover closed. Return used battery to a recycling collection point or to your BMW center.< Switching off engine with automatic and sport automatic transmission The engine can only be switched off in transmission position P, refer to page 61. To switch off the engine in transmission position N, the remote control must be inserted in the ignition lock. Windows To prevent injuries, exercise care when closing the windows and keep them in your field of vision until they are shut. Always take along the remote control when you leave the vehicle, otherwise children could, for example, operate the windows and injure themselves.< Before driving into a car wash with automatic and sport automatic transmission 1. Insert remote control into ignition lock. 2. Depress brake pedal. 3. Engage transmission position N. 4. Switch off the engine. The vehicle can roll. 40 Online Edition for Part no. 01 41 0 013 308 02/07 BMW AG