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Central locking system The concept The central locking system is ready for
operation whenever the driver's door is
closed. This simultaneously engages and
releases the locks on the following:
>Doors
>Luggage compartment lid
>Fuel filler door.
The central locking system can be oper-
ated
>from outside via the remote control as
well as via the driver's door lock
>from inside via the button for the central
locking system.
When the system is locked from inside, the
fuel filler door remains unlocked, refer to
page 37.
The anti-theft system is automatically
armed whenever you activate the central
locking system from outside the vehicle.
The alarm system is armed/deactivated at
the same time.
In the event of an accident, the central
locking system unlocks automatically (only
those doors which were not locked sepa-
rately with the safety lock buttons). Refer to
page 38. In addition, the hazard warning
flashers and interior lamps come on.Opening and closing Ð from
outside Using the remote control The remote control makes opening and
closing the doors of your vehicle very
convenient. Furthermore, it provides three
additional functions which you can only
execute via the remote control:
>Switching on interior lamps, refer to
page 36.
You can also use this function to locate
your vehicle in parking garages, etc. >Opening and closing the luggage
compartment lid, refer to pages 36, 39.
The luggage compartment lid opens,
regardless of whether it was previously
locked.
>Panic mode
In case of danger, you can trigger an alarm.
When you engage/release the vehicle's
locks, you simultaneously activate/deacti-
vate the anti-theft system, arm/disarm the
alarm system
and switch the interior lamps
on/off.
You can have various confirmation
signals programmed into the system
to verify that the vehicle has been locked
securely.<
Remote control
Because any persons or animals left
unattended in a parked vehicle could
lock the doors from the inside, you should
always keep the remote control unit with
you; this precaution ensures that you will
remain able to unlock the vehicle from the
outside at all times.<
Because their batteries are automati-
cally charged by the ignition lock
during normal operation, remote control
units that are used regularly are always
charged and ready for use.
When it is no longer possible to lock the
vehicle via the remote control, the battery is
discharged. Use this remote control unit
during an extended drive; this will recharge
the battery, refer to page 34. In the event of
a system malfunction, please contact your
BMW center, which is also your source for
replacement keys.<

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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 inter-
ference, and
>this device must accept any interference
received, including interference that may
cause undesired operation.
Any unauthorized modifications or
changes to these devices could void
the user's authority to operate this equip-
ment.
Turning the key a second time unlocks all of
the remaining doors, the luggage compart-
ment lid and the fuel filler door.
You can have a signal set as an
acknowledgment message that the
vehicle is closed correctly.< Convenience operation You also have the option of operating the
windows and the sliding/tilt sunroof from
the driver's door lock.
>To open:
With the door closed, turn the key to the
"unlock" position and hold it there
>To close:
With the door closed, turn the key to the
"lock" position and hold it there.
Watch during the closing process to
be sure that no one is injured.
Releasing the key stops the operation.<
Manual operation (in the event of an electrical malfunction)
You can turn the key all the way to the right
or left in the door lock or engage or release
the locking mechanism in the driver's door. Opening and closing Ð from
inside You can operate the central locking system
with this button when the driver's door is
closed. This unlocks or
locks the doors and luggage
compartment, but does not activate the
anti-theft system.
The anti-theft system is not activated. Also,
the fuel filler door remains unlocked to
allow refueling.
After unlocking the driver's door with
the remote control, refer to page 36,
you can press the button to unlock all
remaining doors as well as the luggage
compartment lid and the fuel filler door.
After closing the driver's door you can
press to lock it.<
You can also have the system
programmed to activate the central
locking system automatically whenever the
vehicle is set in motion, or when a specific
interval elapses after it is unlocked,
provided that neither the doors nor the
luggage compartment lid are opened in the
meantime. This can be adjusted to be key-
specific.< To unlock and open the doors >Either unlock the doors together with the
button for the central locking system and

Refueling
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Refueling Fuel filler door
Always switch off the engine before
refueling. If you do not, fuel cannot be
filled into the tank and a message in the
Check Control will appear.<
To open and close: press the rear edge of
the fuel filler door.
Manual release In the event of an electrical defect in the
system, you can release the fuel filler door
manually:
1.Lift the handle to remove the cover
panel on the right side of the luggage
compartment
2.Extract and then pull the handle with the
fuel pump symbol.
Always observe all applicable precau-
tions and regulations when handling
fuels. Never carry spare fuel containers in
your vehicle. Whether empty or full, these
containers can leak, cause an explosion,
and lead to fire in the event of a collision.<
Simple and environmentally friendly
When handling fuels always observe
any safety guidelines posted at the
filling station.<
Keep the filler cap in the bracket attached
to the fuel filler door.
When refueling, insert the filler nozzle
completely into the filler pipe. Pulling the
nozzle out of the pipe during refueling
>results in premature pump shutoff
>can lead to reduced efficiency in the
fuel-vapor recovery system.
The fuel tank is full when the filler nozzle
clicks off the first time.
Close the filler cap carefully after
refueling, continuing until you hear
the detent engage. While closing, be sure
not to pinch the strap between the cap and
the filler pipe. A loose or missing cap will
activate a message in the Check Control.<
Fuel tank capacity, approx. 23.2 US gallons
(88 litres), including the reserve capacity of
approx. 2.6 gallons (10 litres).
Never attempt to continue driving
until the tank is completely empty, as
engine functions could be affected, and the
vehicle could sustain damage as a result.<

Everything from A to Z
200 Manual operation
Ð doors 37
Ð sliding/tilt sunroof 44
Manual release
Ð automatic transmission
lockout 70
Ð fuel filler door 168
Ð luggage compartment
lid 40
Manual station search 143
Map CD 124
"Map facing N." with navi-
gation system 132
Maximum axle loads 194
Maximum roof weight 194
Maximum speed, see
Limit 84
"MD" 140, 151
MD player 151
Ð fast forward 151
Ð random play 152
Ð reverse 151
Ð sampling 152
Ð scan function 152
Ð switching on 151
Ð track skip 151
"Memo" 86
"Memorize"
Ð "Individual" 104
Memory, refer to Seat, mir-
ror and steering wheel
memory 54
"Memory" for audio
system 140
"Menu name" 23
Menus
Ð computer 22
Ð Control Display 22
"MFL" 53
"M FM" 144, 145
"Microfilter" 179
Microfilter 104
Microphone for hands-free
system 161
MiniDisc, refer to MD 151
Mirrors 52
Ð mirror heaters 52
Ð mirror memory 54
"Missed" 164
Missed calls 164Mobile phone
Ð calling 162
Ð call termination 162
Ð controlling with the but-
tons on the steering
wheel 18
Ð emergency calls 161
Ð hands-free system 161
Ð missed calls 164
Ð operating using the
Control Display 159
Ð redialing 164
Ð selecting phone
numbers 162
Ð switching on and off 162
Ð Top 8 list 163
Ð using with Key Pad 160
Mobile phone, refer to
separate mobile phone
manual 158
Mobile phone battery 159
Mobile phone codes 162
Modifications,
technical 8, 98
Monitor, refer to Control
Center 19
Most frequently called
numbers 163
Most recent mobile phone
numbers 164
N"Navigation" 19, 22
Navigation computer
Ð installation location 124
Navigation destination
Ð manual entry 126
Ð selecting with map 128
Navigation system
Ð destination list 130
Ð digital coverage area 124
Ð town and city centers 136
Ð voice guidance 133
Navigation system
"ACCEPT" command 135
Navigation system "View"
function 132
Navigation target
cursor 128, 129
"Navi info" 54"New route" 133
"Next"
Ð map-guided destination
selection 129
Ð searching for points of
interest 130
Nozzles 99
O"OB data" 19, 22
OBD interface socket 180
Occupant-restraint
systems 50, 55
Odometer 77
Oil additives 177
Oil change intervals, refer
to Service Interval
Display 78
Oil consumption 176
Oil dipstick 176
Oil specifications 177
"ON / OFF" speed limit 84
Onboard Diagnostic (OBD)
system 180
Ð interface socket 180
Onboard tool kit 181
"On country" 130
"On current loc." 129
"1,2,3" 163
"On town/city" 130
Opening and closing
Ð from the inside 37
Ð from the outside 37
Oral note 27
Orientation
Ð changing the display 132
Orientation menu 19
Orientation to north 132
Outside temperature
display 77PPaint and finish care, refer
to Car care manual
Panic mode 36
Park Distance Control
(PDC) 88
Parked-car ventilation 106
Parking aid 88