Opening
During opening, the trunk lid pivots back and up.
Ensure that adequate clearance is available before opening.
Opening from the outside

▷ Press the button on the trunk lid.
▷
Press the button on the remote
control for approx. 1 second.
▷ With Comfort Access the trunk lid opens with no-touch activation.
Opening from the inside
Push the button in the driver's
footwell.
If the vehicle is stationary, the trunk lid opens if it is not locked.
See also:
1998: the fourth generation - common rail direct injection, VALVETRONIC and
BMW xDrive
The fourth-generation BMW 3-Series was launched in May 1998 and brought with
it another hike in output, comfort and safety. The new model was four
centimetres (approx. 1.5 in.) longer and wider th ...
Vehicle equipment
All standard, country-specific and optional
equipment that is offered in the model series is
described in this chapter. Therefore, equipment
is also described that is not available in a vehicle,
e ...
Transmitting the settings
Your personal settings can be taken with you to
another vehicle equipped with the Personal Profile
function. For more information, contact your
service center.
Transmission takes place via:
...
