2009 BMW M3 Owner's Manual - Page 37

If the vehicle detects that a remote control has been accidentally left inside the locked vehicle's cargo bay after the luggage compartment lid is closed, the lid will reopen. The hazard warning flashers flash and an acoustic signal* sounds.< Replacing the battery The remote control for convenient access contains a battery that will need to be replaced from time to time. 1. Take the integrated key out of the remote control, refer to page 26. Radio readiness is switched on by pressing the start/stop button, refer to page 55. Do not depress the brake or the clutch, otherwise the engine will start.< Starting the engine You can start the engine or switch on the ignition when a remote control is inside the vehicle. It is not necessary to insert a remote control into the ignition lock, refer to page 55. 2. Remove the cover. 3. Insert the new battery with the plus side facing up. Take the old battery to a battery collection point or to your BMW center.< Warning lamps The warning lamp in the instrument cluster lights up when you attempt to start the engine: the engine cannot be started. The remote control is not inside the vehicle or is malfunctioning. Take the remote control with you inside the vehicle or have it checked. If necessary, insert another remote control into the ignition lock. The warning lamp in the instrument cluster lights up while the engine is running: the remote control is no longer inside the vehicle. After the engine is switched off, the engine can only be restarted within approx. 10 seconds. The indicator lamp in the instrument cluster comes on and a message appears on the Control Display: replace the battery in the remote control. To prevent injuries, watch the windows while closing them. Take the remote control with you when you leave the car, otherwise children could operate the electric windows and possibly injure themselves.< Coupe: opening, closing 35 Online Edition for Part no. 01 41 2 600 999 - © 08/08 BMW AG Reference > Press the switch to the resistance point: The window opens as long as you press the switch. Mobility Communications Entertainment Convenient access may malfunction due to local radio waves. If this happens, open or close the vehicle via the buttons on the remote control or using the integrated key. To start the engine afterward, insert the remote control into the ignition lock. Windows Navigation Malfunction 4. Press the cover on to close. Driving tips Controls Switching on radio readiness At a glance