Opening and closing
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Opening and closing
Key set 
1Master keys with remote control
Every master key with remote control con-
tains an extended-life battery as a power 
supply, which is charged automatically in 
the ignition lock as you drive. You should 
use each master key at least twice a year in 
order to maintain the charge condition. 
Depending on which master key is detected 
by the vehicle during unlocking, different 
settings in the vehicle are requested and 
executed, refer to Vehicle and Key Memory 
on page30.
2Spare key 
For storage in a safe place, such as in your 
wallet. 
This key does not fit in the lock of the glove 
compartment. This is an advantage, e.g. 
when valet parking at a hotel. The key is not 
intended for constant use. 
Replacement keys 
Replacement and additional keys are available 
from your BMW Sport Activity Vehicle Center.
Central locking system
The concept 
The central locking system is ready for opera-
tion whenever the driver's door is closed. The 
system engages or releases the locks on the 
>doors 
>tailgate 
>fuel filler door 
The central locking system can be operated 
from the outside
>via the remote control
>via the driver's door lock
and 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 page18.
The anti-theft system is automatically activated 
whenever you activate the central locking sys-
tem from outside the vehicle. This prevents the 
doors from being unlocked via the lock buttons 
or door handles. The alarm system is also 
armed or disarmed.
In the event of a serious accident, the central 
locking system unlocks automatically. In addi-
tion, the hazard warning flashers and interior 
lamps switch on.
Opening and closing: from 
outside
Using the remote control 
When you engage/release the vehicle locks, 
you also activate/deactivate the anti-theft sys-
tem, arm/disarm
 the alarm system, and switch 
the interior lamps on/off. 
You can set an acoustic signal to remind 
you if the ignition key is still in the ignition 
lock after you open the driver's door.< 
Refueling
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Refueling 
Fuel filler door 
Always switch off the engine before refu-
eling, as it is not possible to add fuel with 
the engine running, and attempts to do so may 
also trigger the Service Engine Soon lamp.< 
To open and close: press the rear edge of the 
fuel filler door. 
Manual release 
In the event of an electrical malfunction in the 
system, you can release the fuel filler door man-
ually:
1.Open the cover flap in the cargo area on the 
right-hand side panel, refer to page68.
2.Pull the green button.
Always observe all applicable precautions 
and regulations when handling fuels. 
Never carry spare fuel containers in your vehi-
cle. Whether empty or full, these containers can 
leak, cause an explosion, and lead to fire in the 
event of a collision.< 
Observe the following when refueling
When handling fuels, comply with all of 
the applicable safety precautions posted 
at the service station.< 
Put the filler cap in the bracket attached to the 
fuel filler door.
When refueling, insert the filler nozzle com-
pletely into the filler pipe. Lifting the filler nozzle 
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.
Closing fuel filler cap
Fit the cap and turn it clockwise until you clearly 
hear a click.
Close the filler 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 warning lamp
* lights up.
The fuel filler cap is not properly closed 
or is missing. Check whether the fuel 
filler cap is properly closed.
Fuel tank capacity
Approx. 17.7 gallons/67 liters, including the 
reserve capacity of approx. 2 gallons/8 liters.