2010 BMW 328 Owner's Manual - Page 37

Convenient closing For Convenient closing, keep your finger on the surface, arrow 2. 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. Unlocking the trunk lid/tailgate separately Press the button on the outside of the trunk lid/ tailgate. This corresponds to pressing the button. If the vehicle detects that a remote control has been accidentally left inside the locked vehicle's cargo area after the trunk lid/ tailgate or rear window is closed, the lid will reopen. The hazard warning flashers flash and an acoustic signal* sounds.< Switching on radio readiness Radio readiness is switched on by pressing the start/stop button, refer to page 54. Do not depress the brake or the clutch; otherwise, the engine will start.< Replacing the battery The remote control for Comfort 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. 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 54. Switching off the engine in cars with automatic transmission The engine can only be switched off when the selector lever is in position P, refer to page 55. To switch the engine off when the selector lever is in position N, the remote control must be in the ignition lock. Malfunction Comfort 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. 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.< 35 Online Edition for Part no. 01 41 2 603 048 - © 08/09 BMW AG Reference Mobility 4. Press the cover on to close. Communications Entertainment Navigation Driving tips Controls At a glance