Emergency detection of remote control
It is possible to switch on the ignition or start the engine in situations such as the following:
▷ Interference of radio transmission to remote control by external sources.
▷ Discharged battery in the remote control.
▷ Interference of radio transmission by mobile devices in close proximity to the remote control.
▷ Interference of radio transmission by charger while charging items such as mobile devices in the vehicle.
A Check Control message is displayed if an attempt is made to switch on the ignition or start the engine.
Starting the engine in case of emergency detection of remote control

Starting the engine in case of emergency detection of remote control
Automatic transmission: if a corresponding Check Control message appears, hold the remote control, as shown, against the marked area on the steering column and press the Start/Stop button within 10 seconds while pressing the brake.
Manual transmission: if a corresponding Check Control message appears, hold the remote control, as shown, against the marked area on the steering column and press the Start/Stop button within 10 seconds while pressing the clutch.
See also:
Text messages
Text messages in combination with a symbol in
the instrument cluster explain a Check Control
message and the meaning of the indicator and
warning lamps. ...
Speed Limit Info with No Passing Info display and Speed Limit Device
In combination with the navigation system Professional or Business, Speed
Limit Info helps alert drivers to the current speed limit on the road on which
they are travelling. The camera integrated ...
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 ...
