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Opening and closing: Keys 32
Central locking system 32
Opening and closing – via theremote control 33
Opening and closing – via the
door lock 36
Opening and closing – from the
inside 37
Luggage compartment lid 38
Luggage compartment 40
Alarm system* 41
Electric power windows 43
Glass sunroof, electric* 44To adjust: Safe seating position 47
Seats 48
Manual seat adjustment 48
Power seat adjustment* 50
Lumbar support* 50
Head restraints 51
Safety belts 51
Seat and mirror memory* 53
Seat heating* 54
Steering wheel 55
Mirrors 55Passenger safety systems: Airbags 57
Transporting children safely 60
Vehicle Memory, KeyMemory 64
Contents
Driving: Ignition lock 65
Starting the engine 65
Switching off the engine 67
Parking brake 67
Manual transmission 68
Sequential manual gearboxSMG* 69
Automatic transmission with
Steptronic* 73
Turn signal indicator/Headlamp
flasher 76
Washer/wiper system/Rain
sensor* 77
Cruise control* 78
Everything under control: Odometer 80
Tachometer 80
Energy control 80
Fuel gauge 81
Engine coolant temperaturegauge 81
Service interval display 82
Check Control 82
Clock 83
Computer* 84Technology for safety and driving convenience: Park Distance Control (PDC)* 86
Dynamic Stability Control(DSC) 87
Loading and transporting: Through-loading system* 112
Ski bag* 113
Cargo loading 114
Roof-mounted luggageDynamic Stability Control (DSC) –
rack* 117
325xi, 330xi 89
Hill Descent Control (HDC)* 91
Flat Tire Monitor* 92
Brake force display 93Lamps: Parking lamps/Low beams 94
Instrument lighting 95
High beams/Standing lamps 95
Fog lamps* 96
Interior lamps 96Controlling the climate for pleasant driving: Air conditioning 98
Automatic climate control* 102
Roller sun blind* 106Interior conveniences: Premium sound system* 107
Glove compartment 107
Storage compartments 108
Cellular phone* 110
Ashtray, front* 110
Ashtray, rear* 111Engine data 160
Dimensions 161
Weights 162
Capacities 163Replacement procedures: Onboard tool kit 142
Windshield wiper blades 142
Lamps and bulbs 143
Changing a wheel 147
Run Flat tires* 150
Battery 151
Fuses 151Giving and receiving assistance: Receiving assistance 152
Jump-starting 153
Towing the vehicle 154Contents
Special operating instructions: Break-in procedures 120
General driving notes 121
Antilock Brake System(ABS) 121
Brake system 122
Wheels and tires: Tire inflation pressure 124
Tire condition 124
Tire replacement 125
Wheel and tirecombinations 127
Winter tires 127
In the engine compartment: Hood 129
Engine compartmentessentials 130
Washer fluids 132
Engine oil 132
Coolant 134
Brake fluid 134Maintenance: The BMW Maintenance
System 136
Laws and regulations: California Proposition 65
warning 138
OBD interface socket 138
Contents
Everything from A to Z 166
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Overview
Controls and features
Operation, maintenance
Owner service procedures
Technical data
Index
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Cockpit
Cockpit
1 Parking lamps/Low beams 94
Turn signal indicators 76
Standing lamps 95
High beams 95
Headlamp flasher 76
Computer 843 Washer/wiper system/Rain
sensor 77
4 Hazard warning flashers 5 Central locking system 32
Initiating an emergency call 152
Mobile Service 1527 Rear window defroster 100, 105
8 Horn: the entire surface 9 Adjusting the steering wheel 5510 Fog lamps 96
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Instrument cluster
Instrument cluster
1 Fuel gauge 81
2 Indicator lamp for turn signals 20
3 Speedometer 4 Indicator and warning lamps 18to 21
5 Tachometer and Energy Control 80
6 Engine coolant temperaturegauge 81
7 Indicator and warning lamps 18
to 21
8 Control button for the clock 83
9 Selector lever and program display for automatic transmission/sequen- tial manual gearbox 19, 69, 7510 Display for
Trip odometer/Odometer 80
Clock 83
Service interval 82
Computer 8411 Check Control 82
12 Trip odometer, reset to zero 80
13 Indicator and warning lamps 18to 21
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Indicator and warning lamps
Technology that monitors itself Indicator and warning lamps that are are tested for proper identified by functioning whenever the ignition key is turned. They each light up once for dif- ferent periods of time. If a fault should occur in one of these systems, the corresponding lamp does not go out after the engine is started, or it lights up while the vehicle is moving. You will see how to react to this below.
Red: stop immediately
Battery charge current The battery is no longer being charged. Indicates a defective alternator drive belt or a problem with the alternator's charge circuit. please contact the nearest BMW center.
If the drive belt is defective, stop and switch off the engine immedi-
ately to prevent overheating and seri- ous engine damage. If the drive belt is defective, increased steering effort is also required.
Engine oil pressure Stop the vehicle immediately and switch off the engine.
Check the engine oil level; top off as required. If the oil level is correct: please contact the nearest BMW cen- ter.
Do not continue driving, as the engine could sustain serious dam-
age from inadequate lubrication.
Brake warning lamp If the lamp comes on when the parking brake is not engaged:
check the brake fluid level. Before driv- ing further, be sure to comply with the instructions on pages 122 and 134.
Brake warning lamp for Cana- dian models.
Flat Tire Monitor In addition, an acoustic signal is sounded: there is a flat tire.
Reduce speed and carefully come to a stop. Avoid sudden braking and steer- ing maneuvers. For additional information: refer to page 92
Red and yellow: continue driving cautiously
and
The brake warning lamp comes on together with the yellow indi- cator lamps for ABS DSC: The entire ABS, CBC, DSC and ADB-X/DBC control system has failed. Continue driving cau- tiously and defensively. Avoid hard brake applications. Please have the system checked by your BMW cen- ter as soon as possible. Additional information beginning on page 86
CBC, ABS, DSC and ADB-X/ DBC indicator and warning lamps for Canadian models.
Red: an important reminder
Brake warning lamp Comes on when the parking brake is engaged – an additional
acoustic signal sounds when starting off. For additional information: refer to page 67
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Indicator and warning lamps
Brake warning lamp for Cana- dian models.
Please fasten safety belts Comes on together with an acoustic signal until the safety
belts are fastened. For additional information on safety belts: refer to page 51
Airbags Please have the system inspected by your BMW center.
For additional information: refer to page 57
Orange: consult the nearest BMW center
Automatic transmission/sequen- tial manual gearbox The respective transmission has responded to a malfunction by reverting to operation in its emergency default program. Please consult the nearest BMW center. For additional information: refer to pages 69, 73
Yellow: check as soon as possible
Engine oil level If the lamp comes on during normal vehicle operation: the engine oil level has fallen to the abso- lute minimum; refill as soon as possible. Do not drive more than approx. 30 miles/50 km before refilling. For additional information: refer to page 132
Engine oil level Comes on after the engine has been switched off: add engine oil at your earliest opportunity, such as when you next stop to refuel. For additional information: refer to page 132
Brake pads Have the brake pads checked. For additional information: refer
to page 122
Flat Tire Monitor The Flat Tire Monitor is malfunc- tioning or out of order. Please
have the system inspected by your BMW center. For additional information: refer to page 92
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Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) Indicator lamp flashes:
The system is actively regulating drive torque and braking force. The indicator lamp stays lit: DSC has been switched off with the button; DTC is operational. Please consult the nearest BMW center in case of a malfunction. Additional information beginning on page 86
325xi, 330xi: DSC has been switched off manually or there is a system malfunction. ADB-X is operational in its standby mode. If the indidator lamp fails to go out when you press the DSC button again, this indicates a system malfunc- tion affecting both DSC and ADB-X. Please consult the nearest BMW cen- ter. For additional information: refer to page 89● ● ● ● ●
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Indicator and warning lamps
Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) and brake warning lamp The indicator lamps remain on: DSC/DTC have been switched off with the button or are faulty. Please consult the nearest BMW
center. Additional information beginning on page 86
325xi, 330xi: DSC and ADB-X system malfunction. There is no provision for deactivating ADB-X. Please consult the nearest BMW cen- ter. For additional information: refer to page 89DSC indicator and brake warn- ing lamps for Canadian models.
Dynamic Brake Control (DBC) Malfunction in DBC system. Conventional braking efficiency
is available and unrestricted. Have the system repaired at your BMW center as soon as possible. For additional information: refer to page 121
Dynamic Brake Control (DBC) warning lamp for Canadian models. Add washer fluid The washer fluid level is too low. Top off the fluid at the earliest
opportunity. For additional information: refer to page 132
CHECK GAS CAP* This indicator lamp comes on when the fuel filler cap is loose
or missing. Close the gas cap tightly: refer to page 24
SERVICE ENGINE SOON If the indicator lamp comes on either continuously or intermit- tently, this indicates a fault in the emis- sions-related electronic systems. Although the vehicle remains opera- tional, you should have the systems checked by your BMW center at the earliest possible opportunity. For additional information: refer to page 138
Service Engine Soon indicator lamp for Canadian models.
Engine electronics There is a fault in the electronic engine-management system.
You can continue to drive with reduced engine output or engine speed. Please have the system inspected by your BMW center.
Add coolant The coolant level is too low. Add coolant at the earliest opportu-
nity. For additional information: refer to page 134
Green: for your information
Turn signal indicator Flashes when the turn signals are on.
Rapid flashing indicates a system mal- function. For additional information: refer to page 76
Cruise control Lights up when the cruise con- trol is activated: ready for oper-
ation via the buttons in the steering wheel. For additional information: refer to page 78
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Front fog lamps Lights up whenever you switch on the fog lamps.
For additional information: refer to page 96
Blue: for your information
High beams Comes on when the high beams are on or the headlamp flasher
is actuated. For additional information: refer to pages 76, 95
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Buttons in steering wheel*
These buttons let you operate the fol- lowing functions quickly and without being distracted from traffic conditions:
Selected radio functions The cruise control Selected telephone functions The voice recognition system.
The controls are active only when the corresponding systems and
accessories are switched on.
CD Press briefly: jump to next track Extended pressure: search function in track
> Cassette
Press briefly: jump to next track or stop fast forward Extended pressure: fast forward
> Phone
Scan personal phone book.
Rewind: same functions as forward.
Press briefly: receive a phone call, ini- tiate dialing, terminate a call. Extended pressure: Switch voice recognition on and off.
Volume.
Switch between phone, radio, cassette and CD.
Forward: Radio Press briefly: next station in station memory Extended pressure: station search
Cruise control: select a stored setting.
Cruise control: store and accelerate + or decelerate and store –.
Cruise control: activate/interrupt/deac- tivate.
Hazard warning triangle*
First-aid kit*
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The hazard warning triangle is stored in a storage case on the left side of the luggage compartment.
Always observe all legal regula- tions requiring a warning triangle
to be carried in the vehicle.<
The first-aid kit is located under the passenger seat. To release: pull the handle and fold the cover down. To close: fold the cover up and press it until the tab engages.
Some of the articles in the first-aid kit have a limited period of use
before expiration. For this reason, check the expiration dates of each of the items regularly and replace any whose expiration dates have passed. You can purchase replacements in any drugstore or pharmacy. in any drug- store or pharmacy. Always observe all legal regulations requiring a first-aid kit to be carried in the vehicle.<
24 Refueling
Always observe all safety precau- tions posted at the service station
when handling fuel. Never carry spare fuel containers in your vehicle. Whether empty or full, these containers can leak, cause an explosion, or lead to fire in the event of a collision.<
Fuel filler door
Always switch off the engine before refueling, as it is not possi- ble to add fuel with the engine running, and attempts may also trigger the SERVICE ENGINE SOON lamp.<
Press on the rear edge of the fuel filler door to open and close it. If an electrical malfunction occurs, you can unlock the fuel filler door manually: Pull the knob with the fuel pump sym- bol, located on the right side wall of the luggage compartment.
Simple and environmentally friendly
Open the gas cap carefully to pre- vent fuel from spraying out. Fuel
spray may cause injury.<
Keep the gas cap in the bracket attached to the fuel filler door. When refueling, insert the filler nozzle completely into the filler pipe. Lifting the nozzle during refueling > results in premature pump shutoff > and will reduce the effectiveness of
the vapor recovery system on the pump.
The fuel tank is full when the filler noz- zle shuts off the first time.
Refueling
Fuel specifications
Tire inflation pressure
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Close the gas cap carefully after refueling until a click is heard.
While closing, be sure not to squeeze the strap which is fastened to the cap. A loose or missing cap will activate the CHECK GAS CAP* lamp.<
The engine uses lead-free gasoline only. Required fuel: > Premium Unleaded Gasoline,
min. 91 AKI. AKI = Anti Knock Index
Tank capacity > Approx. 16.6 gal./63 liters, of which > approx. 2.1 gal./8 liters are reserve
capacity.
Do not drive to the last drop of fuel. This can prevent the engine
from operating properly and result in damage.<
Never use leaded fuel, as it would cause permanent and irreversible damage to the oxygen sensor and the catalytic converter.<
Checking tire pressures Tire pressures in psi/kilopascal are shown on the driver's door post and are visible when the door is open. Only check the tire inflation pressures of cold tires. This means after driving a maximum of 1.25 miles/2 km or after the vehicle has been parked for at least 2 hours. Warm tires have higher infla- tion pressures. In the following tire inflation pressure table, all pressures are specified in the standard units of pressure, psi and kilo- pascal, and apply to cold tires, i.e. tires at ambient temperature.
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Tire inflation pressure
Vehicles with Flat Tire Monitor: After correcting the inflation pressures, reinitialize the system. Refer to page 92.
Your vehicle is equipped with tires that not only meet US standards, but also European standards. We recommend the exclusive use of BMW approved tires.
Check the tire pressures on a reg- ular basis – at least twice a
month – and before every extended journey. If this is not done, incorrect tire pressures can cause driving instability and tire damage, ultimately resulting in accidents. Remember to check the inflation pres- sure in the space-saver or standard spare tire. Inflate the spare tire to the highest infla- tion pressure specified for your vehi- cle.<
Comply with tire approval specifications The inflation pressures in the table apply to BMW approved tire sizes and tire manufacturers. Your BMW center can provide you with more information about these. Other pressures may be required for tires made by other manu- facturers.
Tire inflation pressure
BMW Tires
All pressure specifications in the table are indicated in psi/kilo- pascal with cold tires cold = ambient temperature
320i 205/55 R 16 91 H M+S, 205/55 R 16 91 H,
29/200
33/230
33/230
41/280
225/50 R 16 92 W, 225/45 R 17 91 W 225/45 ZR 17
245/40 ZR 17
205/50 R 17 93 V M+S extra load, 205/50 R 17 93 W extra load, 195/65 R 15 91 Q M+S, 205/60 R 15 91 Q M+S, 205/55 R 16 91 Q M+S, 225/50 R 16 92 Q M+S, 205/50 R 17 93 Q M+S extra load, 225/45 R 17 91 Q M+S 205/55 R 16 91 H M+S, 205/55 R 16 91 H, 225/50 R 16 92 W – not 325xi, 225/45 R 17 91 W 225/45 ZR 17
245/40 ZR 17
205/50 R 17 93 V M+S extra load, 205/50 R 17 93 W extra load, 205/55 R 16 91 Q M+S, 225/50 R 16 92 Q M+S – not 325xi, 205/50 R 17 93 Q M+S extra load, 225/45 R 17 91 Q M+S325i 325xi
29/200
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32/220
–
33/230
36/25033/230
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36/250
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41/280
44/30030/210
35/240
35/240
42/290
30/210
–
33/230
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35/240
38/26035/240
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38/260
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42/290
45/310330i 205/50 R 17 93 V M+S extra load, 205/50 R 17 93 W extra load,
32/220
38/260
39/270
46/320
205/50 R 17 93 Q M+S extra load, 225/45 R 17 91 Q M+S, 225/45 R 17 91 W 225/45 ZR 17
245/40 ZR 17
225/40 ZR 18
255/35 ZR 1832/220
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32/220
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38/260
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38/260
39/270
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39/270
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46/320
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46/320
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Tire inflation pressure
BMW Tires
All pressure specifications in the table are indicated in psi/kilo- pascal with cold tires cold = ambient temperature
330xi 225/45 R 17 91 W
225/45 ZR 17
245/40 ZR 17
205/50 R 17 93 V M+S extra load, 205/50 R 17 93 W extra load, 205/55 R 16 91 Q M+S, 205/50 R 17 93 Q M+S extra load Space-saver spare tireAll
30/210
30/210–
33/230
35/240
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35/240
38/26035/240
35/240–
38/260
42/290
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42/290
45/31061/420
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Overview
Controls and features
Operation, maintenance
Owner service procedures
Technical data
Index
Opening and closing Keys
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2 Spare key – for storage in a safe
place, such as in your wallet. This key is not intended for constant use. The luggage compartment lid and the glove compartment cannot be locked and unlocked with this key. This is useful for valet parking, for example
The key set 1 Master keys with remote control unit – these keys determine the functions of the Key Memory. Refer to page 64. You can mark the individual keys for subsequent identification by apply- ing the colored decals that you received when accepting delivery of your vehicle
In every master key there is an extended-life battery that is
charged automatically in the ignition lock as you drive. For this reason, if you have master keys that are not being used otherwise, use those keys at least once a year while driving for an extended period to charge the battery.<
Central locking system
The concept The central locking system is ready for operation whenever the driver's door is closed. The system simultaneously engages and releases the locks on the > doors > luggage compartment lid > fuel filler door. The central locking system can be operated > from outside via the remote control as well as via the driver's door lock
> from inside by pressing a button. The fuel filler door is not locked when the central locking system is activated from the inside, refer to page 37. When the system is actuated from the out- side, the anti-theft system is also acti- vated. This prevents the doors from being unlocked via the lock buttons or the release handle. The alarm system is also activated or deactivated. If locked from the inside, the central locking system unlocks automatically in the event of an accident, except on doors that have been locked individu- ally using the lock buttons, refer to page 39. In addition, the hazard warn- ing flashers and interior lamps come on.
Opening and closing – via the remote control
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The concept The remote control also provides two additional functions beyond the central locking feature: > To switch on interior lamps, refer to
page 34. With this function you can also search for your vehicle when parked in an underground garage, for instance
> To open the luggage compartment
lid, refer to page 34. The luggage compartment lid will open slightly, regardless of whether it was previously locked or unlocked. Whenever you unlock or lock the vehi- cle, you simultaneously deactivate/acti- vate the anti-theft system, disarm/arm the alarm system and switch the interior lamps on/off.
You can have a signal set to con- firm that the vehicle's locks have
engaged securely.<
Master keys with remote control
Persons or animals inside the vehicle may be able to lock the
doors from the inside. For this reason, always take the vehicle keys with you so that the vehicle can be opened again from the outside at any time.<
If it is no longer possible to lock the vehicle via the remote control, the battery is discharged. Use this key while driving for an extended period in order to recharge the battery. To prevent unauthorized use of the remote control, surrender only the spare key when leaving the vehicle for valet parking, for example. In the event of a system malfunction, please contact your BMW center. You can also obtain replacement keys there.<
1 Unlock, convenience opening mode,
and disarm alarm system
2 Lock and secure, arm alarm system,
activate interior lamps, disarm tilt alarm sensor and interior motion sen- sor
3 Open the luggage compartment lid,
panic mode – trigger alarm
To release
Press the button once to unlock the driver's door. Press the button a second time to dis- engage all vehicle locks.
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Opening and closing – via the remote control
Convenience opening mode
To open the luggage compartment lid
Press and hold button: to open the electric power windows and glass sun- roof.
To lock and secure
Press button.
To switch on the interior lamps
With the vehicle locked, press button.
To deactivate the tilt alarm* and interior motion sensors*
Press button a second time immedi- ately after locking. For additional information, refer to page 42.
Press button. The luggage compartment lid will open slightly, regardless of whether it was previously locked or unlocked.
If the luggage compartment lid was locked, it will be locked again
after it is reclosed. Before and after a trip, be sure that the luggage compartment lid has not been opened unintentionally.<
Panic mode – trigger alarm
Provided that the alarm system is armed, you can respond to imminent danger by holding down the button for more than 2 seconds. To switch off the alarm:
Press button.
External systems The remote control system's operation may be affected by other units or equipment operating in the immediate vicinity of your vehicle. If this should occur, you can still open and close the vehicle using the master key in either the door or luggage com- partment lid locks.
For US owners only The transmitter and receiver units com- ply with part 15 of the FCC Federal Communications Commission regula- tions. Operation is governed by the fol- lowing: FCC ID: > LX8EWS > LX8FZVS > LX8FZVE. Compliance statement: This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: > This device may not cause harmful
interference, and
> this device must accept any interfer- ence received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
Opening and closing – via the remote control
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Any unauthorized modifications to these devices could void the
user's authority to operate the equip- ment.<
36 Opening and closing – via the door lock
Whenever closing the windows or sliding/tilt sunroof you should
always monitor their path and progress to ensure that no one is injured. Release the key to stop the windows or sliding/tilt sunroof.<
Manual operation In the event of electrical malfunction Turn the key all the way to the left or right to unlock or lock the driver's door.
One turn of the key in the driver's door lock unlocks the driver's door only. Turning the key a second time unlocks all of the remaining doors, the luggage compartment lid and the fuel filler door.
You can have a signal set to con- firm that the vehicle's locks have
engaged securely.<
Convenience operation You can also operate the power win- dows and the glass sunroof via the door lock. > To open: with the door closed, hold
the key in the Unlock position
> To close: with the door closed, hold
the key in the Lock position.
Opening and closing – from the inside
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To unlock and open the doors 1. Press the button for the central lock-
ing system
2. Pull the release handle above the
armrest on the door you wish to open
or pull the release handle for any door twice: to unlock and open the door.
To lock > Either use the central locking button
to lock all doors at once or
> press down the individual door lock buttons. The fuel filler door remains unlocked. To prevent the driver from being inadvertently locked out of the vehicle, the driver's door lock button will not engage as long as the door is open.
Persons or animals inside the vehicle may be able to lock the
doors from the inside. For this reason, always take the vehicle keys with you so that you can open the vehicle again from the outside at any time.<
You can use this button to control the central locking system whenever the doors are closed. The doors and lug- gage compartment lid are unlocked or locked only. The anti-theft system is not activated.
If only the driver's door was unlocked from the outside and you press the button, then, with the driver's door still open, the passenger- side door, the luggage compartment lid and the fuel filler door will unlock, too. If the driver's door is closed, it will be locked.<
If you desire, the central locking system can be activated automati- cally as soon as you begin to drive. This can be adjusted to be key-specific.<
38 Luggage compartment lid
The lock Only the master keys fit in the lock for the luggage compartment lid, refer to page 32.
To secure separately Turn the master key to the right past the resistance point and then pull it out in the horizontal position. This locks the luggage compartment lid and disconnects it from the central locking system. This feature can be used to prevent unauthorized access to the luggage compartment when you surrender the spare key only, refer to page 32. This can be advantageous for valet parking, for example.
To open from the outside Press the button in the handle recess: the luggage compartment lid opens slightly. The luggage compartment is lit when the luggage compartment lid is opened.
Manual operation In the event of electrical malfunction Turn the master key all the way to the left – the luggage compartment lid will open slightly. The luggage compartment lid is locked again as soon as you close the lid. To open from the inside, refer to the fol- lowing section.
Luggage compartment lid
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Should it be absolutely necessary to operate the vehicle with the luggage compartment lid open: 1. Close all windows and the glass sun-
