2007 BMW 7 Series Owner's Manual - Page 41

Unlocking the luggage compartment lid separately Press the button on the outside of the luggage compartment lid, refer to page 35. This corresponds to pressing the button. If a remote control accidentally left in the luggage compartment is detected in the locked vehicle, then the luggage compartment lid opens again.< Changing battery The remote control for Comfort Access contains a battery that must be replaced when it becomes discharged. 1. Remove the integrated key from the remote control, refer to page 30. Radio ready state By briefly pressing the Start/Stop button, you switch on the radio ready state, refer to page 57. When doing so, do not depress the brake pedal; otherwise, the engine will start.< Starting the engine You can start the engine or switch on the ignition, as long as a remote control is in the passenger compartment. The remote does not have to be inserted into the ignition lock, refer to page 57. 4. Insert a battery of the same type with the positive side facing upwards. 5. Press the cover to close it. Return used battery to a recycling collection point or to your BMW center.< 1. Insert remote control into ignition lock. 2. Shift transmission into position N. 3. Switch engine off. 4. Leave the remote control in the ignition lock. The vehicle can roll. Windows To prevent bodily injuries, watch the window as it closes. Always take along the remote control when you leave the vehicle; otherwise, children could, for example, operate the windows and injure themselves.< Malfunction Local radio waves can disrupt the function of Comfort Access. Should the remote control fail to operate due to interference of this kind, you can respond by using the buttons on the remote control or by using a key to unlock or lock your vehicle at one of the doors. To start the engine after this, insert the remote control into the ignition lock. 39 Online Edition for Part no. 01 41 0 013 316 - © 02/07 BMW AG Reference Mobility Communications Entertainment Before driving into a car wash Navigation 3. Remove the cover of the battery compartment, refer to arrow 2. Driving tips Controls 2. Press in the detent catch, refer to arrow 1, e.g. with the key. At a glance