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General driving notes
Closing the trunk lid Drive with the trunk lid closed Only drive with the tailgate closed; otherwise, in the event of an accident or braking or evasive maneuvers, passengers or other road use ...

Welcome lamps
When parking the vehicle, leave the switch in position or : the parking and interior lamps light up briefly when the vehicle is unlocked. Activating/deactivating the welcome lamps 1. " ...

The Appendage Factor
M cars have had what I call a high appendage factor — the feeling that the car is an extension of the driver. It's typically experienced in cars whose various systems and characteristics are well- ...