Comparison with ordinary remote control
The functions can be controlled by pressing the buttons or via Comfort Access.
Unlocking
Fully grasp a door handle, arrow 1. This corresponds
to pressing the 
button.
Locking
Press the area on the door handle, arrow 2, with your finger for approx. 1 second.
This corresponds to pressing the 
button.
To save battery power, ensure that the ignition and all electronic systems and/or power consumers are switched off before locking the vehicle.
Convenient closing
Press the area, arrow 2, with your finger and hold.
In addition to locking, the windows and the glass sunroof* are closed.
Monitor the closing process
Monitor the closing process to ensure that no one becomes trapped.
Unlocking the trunk lid separately
Press the button on the exterior of the trunk lid.
This corresponds to pressing the 
button.
Do not place the remote control in the
cargo area
Take the remote control with you and do not leave it in the cargo area; otherwise, the remote control may be locked inside the vehicle when the trunk lid is closed.
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Functional readiness of the airbag
system
When the ignition is switch on,
the warning
lamp in the instrument cluster lights
up briefly and thereby indicates the operational
readiness of the entire airbag system
and the belt tension ...
Have maintenance carried out
Have vehicles maintained regularly to achieve
optimal vehicle economy and operating life.
Have the maintenance carried out by your service
center.
Please also note the BMW Maintenance System,
...