2013 BMW 3 SERIES CONVERTIBLE Trunk button

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Opening and closing
Controls
Unlocking the trunk lid separately
Press the button on the ou
tside of the trunk lid.
This corresponds to pressing the button.
If the vehicle detects that a remote
control has been accide ntally left inside
the locked vehicle's trunk after the trunk lid is
closed, the lid will reopen. The hazard warning
flashers flash and a signal sounds. <
Switching on radio readiness
Pressing the Start/Stop button switches on
radio readiness.
Do not depress the brake or the clutch; other-
wise, the engine will start immediately.
Starting the engine
The engine can be started or the ignition can be
switched on when a remote control is inside the
vehicle. It is not necessa ry to insert a remote
control into the ignition lock, refer to page 62.
Switching off the engine in cars with
automatic transmission
The engine can only be switched off when the
selector lever is in po sition P, refer to page 64.
To switch the engine off when the selector lever
is in position N, the remote control must be in
the ignition lock.
Malfunction
Local radio waves can in terfere with the func-
tion of Comfort Access, for example when a
mobile phone is in the immediate vicinity of the
remote control or by when a mobile phone is
being charged in the vehicle.
If this happens, open or close the vehicle via the
buttons on the remote co ntrol or using the inte-
grated key. To start the engine afterward, insert
the remote control into the ignition lock.
Warning lamps
The warning lamp in the instrument
cluster lights up when you attempt to
start the engine: the engine cannot
be started. The remote co ntrol is not inside the
vehicle or is malfunctioning. Take the remote contro
l with you inside the
vehicle or have it checked. If necessary, insert
another remote control in to the ignition lock.
The warning lamp in the instrument
cluster lights up wh ile the engine is
running: the remote control is no
longer inside the vehicle. After the engine is
switched off, the engine can only be restarted
within approx. 10 seconds.
The indicator lamp in the instrument
cluster lights up and a message
appears on the Control Display:
replace the battery in the remote control.
Replacing the battery
The remote control for Comfort Access con-
tains a battery that will need to be replaced from
time to time.
1. Take the integrated ke y out of the remote
control, refer to page 32.
2. Remove the cover.
3. Insert the new battery with the plus side
facing up.
4. Press the cover on to close.
Dispose of the old battery at a recycling
center or at your BMW center. <
Windows
To prevent injuries, watch the windows
while closing them.
Take the remote contro l with you when you
leave the car; otherwise, children could operate
the electric windows and possibly injure
themselves. <

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Opening and closing
Controls
Before moving the ha
rdtop, make sure
that there are no objects on or next to the
trunk partition, the storage compartment on the
left side of the trunk is closed, and the maximum
loading height in th e trunk has not been
exceeded; otherwise, damage may occur. <
Opening and closing
When the vehicle is stationary and at radio
readiness or beyond, refer to page62:
If possible, conserve the battery by only
operating the retractable hardtop when
the engine is running.
Before closing the retractable hardtop, remove
all foreign objects from the windshield frame as
these could prevent the hardtop from closing
properly. <
1 Push button: open th e retractable hardtop.
Pull button: close the retractable hardtop.
2 LEDs
The side windows move down when the
switch for hardtop operation is pulled or
pushed. <
LEDs
In the following situations, a message appears
on the Control Display or an acoustic signal
sounds in addition to the LED lighting up:
>While the hardtop is be ing operated, the left
LED lights up green. It goes out as soon as
the top is fully op ened or closed. >
If the right-hand LED flashes red when you
release the switch, the opening or closing
action has not yet finished.
> If the right LED lights up red when the
switch is pressed, the trunk partition is
folded up, the trunk lid is not closed, the
vehicle is standing on a strong incline or
there is a malfunction. The retractable hard-
top cannot be moved.
Interruption
The automatic sequence of movements is
interrupted if the switch for hardtop operation is
released. The sequence can be continued in
the desired direction by pushing or pulling the
switch.
A hardtop that is not fully opened or
closed is a safety hazard.
Do not interrupt and resume the closing proce-
dure several times in close succession as this
could damage the mechanism. <
If the hardtop is not fully opened or
closed, the trunk lid cannot be opened
and the windows cannot be moved. <
Convenient opening and closing using
the remote control
Refer to pages34.
Wind deflector
The wind deflector keeps air movements in the
passenger compartment to a minimum when
the hardtop is open and provides an even more
comfortable ride, particularly at high speeds.

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ControlsLamps
Instrument lighting
You can adjust the brightness of the instrument
lighting only when the parking lamps or the low
beams are switched on.
1.Push button 1 up or down repeatedly until
the appropriate symbol appears in the
display, accompanie d by the brightness
setting and scale the word "SET".
2. Press button 2.
3. Push button 1 up or down to select the
desired brightness level.
4. Press button 2.
The display again shows the outside
temperature and the time.
Interior lamps
The interior lamps, the footwell lamps, entry
lamps, trunk lamp, and courtesy lamps are
controlled automatically.
The LEDs for the courtesy lamps are set in the
door handles and illuminate the ground in front
of the doors. To reduce the drain on the battery, a few
minutes after the radio readiness is
switched off, refer to Start/Stop button on
page 62, all lights in the vehicle's passenger
compartment are switched off. <
Switching interior lamps on/off
manually
Interior lamps, front and rear:
To switch on and off, press the button.
To switch off the interior lamps, footwell lamps,
entry lamps, and courtesy lamps permanently,
press the button for the front interior lamps for
about 3 seconds.
Reading lamps
There are reading lamps at the front and rear,
next to the interior lights. To switch on and off,
press the button.

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ControlsPractical interior accessories
Closing
Return the rear seat backrest to its upright
position and engage it.
When returning the backrest to its seating
position, make sure th at the seat's lock-
ing mechanism engages properly. Otherwise,
cargo could be thrown around in the event of
sharp braking or swervi ng and endanger the
occupants. <
The lashing eyes in the trunk provide you with a
way to attach trunk nets or draw straps for
securing suitcases an d luggage, refer to
page 140.
Convertible:
Cargo loading
Hardtop closed
When the hardtop is closed, objects can be
placed in the area below and near the cargo
area cover.
Enlarging the trunk
When the hardtop is closed you can enlarge the
trunk:
To do so, push the trunk partition upward.
Hardtop opened
Before opening the hard top, push the trunk
partition down until it engages on both sides.
When the hardtop is open, objects can be
placed under the cargo area cover. Do not place
objects in those areas on the figure that are
marked with an X.
Before moving the ha rdtop, ensure that
there are no objects on or next to the
trunk partition; otherwise, parts of the hardtop
may be damaged. Do not use force to push
down the trunk partition. <
The retractable hard top can only be
opened if the trunk partition is in its lower-
most position and engaged on both sides. <
Folding down the rear seat backrest
Opening
You can fold down the rear seat backrest to
transport light objects in the rear without dam-
aging the seats. Depending on the vehicle
equipment, the mounting points for the trunk
net are found on the rear panel of the backrest.
To unlock the rear seat backrest: press the
button on the driver's or the opposite side.

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Practical interior accessories
Controls
Closing
Return the rear seat backrest to the upright
seating position and engage it.
When returning the backrest to its seating
position, make sure th at the seat's lock-
ing mechanism engages properly. Otherwise,
cargo could be thrown around in the event of
sharp braking or swerving and endanger the
occupants. <
Bag holder
W h e n t h e r e a r s e a t b a c k r e s t i s f o l d e d d o w n , y o u
will find two bag holders on the trunk wall:
1.Fold open the holder by pressing the
button.
2. Press the handles of the bag onto the
holder from above.
Only hang light shopping bags or other
suitable objects from the holders; other-
wise, braking maneuvers and swerving, for
example, may lead to a safety hazard due to
objects flying around the passenger compart-
ment. Only transport heav y luggage in the trunk
if it has been appropriately secured. <
For more information on loading the vehicle,
refer to page 139.
Storage compartment behind the rear
seat backrest
A storage compartment is located behind the
rear seat backrest. To access the storage com-
partment: remove the inse rt or fold down the
rear seat backrest.
When the rear seat backrest is folded
down or the insert has been removed,
only transport small light objects in the storage
compartment; otherwise, braking maneuvers
and swerving, for example, may lead to a safety
hazard due to objects flying around the passen-
ger compartment. Only transport heavy lug-
gage in the trunk if it has been appropriately
secured. <
Storage compartments inside
the trunk
Coupe
Depending on your vehicle's equipment, the
following storage spaces can be found in the
trunk:
>Left storage compartment, e.g. for storing a
box of cleaning tissues or up to 12 CD
jackets, depending on vehicle equipment
version
> Net for securing smaller objects, to be
attached to the mounts on the floor panel
> Hooks for hanging up, e.g., shopping bags
or tote bags

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ControlsPractical interior accessories
>Rubber strap on the left trim panel for
securing small objects such as a folding
umbrella
> Net for small objects on the right trim panel
of the trunk
Convertible
Depending on your vehi cle's equipment, the
following storage spaces can be found in the
trunk:
> Storage compartment on the left side of the
trunk. To open turn handle by 90°.
> Net for securing smaller objects, to be
attached to the mounts on the floor panel
> Rubber strap for subdividing the trunk; can
be hooked onto the lateral lashing eyes
> Stowage compartmen t under the floor
panel
Folding up the floor panel
Do not exceed the maximum permissible
load of 55 lbs/25 kg for the storage
compartment under the fl oor panel; otherwise,
damage may result. <
Coupe
Press the floor panel up and secure it with the
catch.
Convertible
To lift, grab hold of the floor panel at the open-
ing at the rear of the panel.
Lashing eyes
You will find lashing eyelets in the trunk for
securing luggage items with nets or tensioning
straps, refer to page 140.
Coupe: ski bag
The ski bag is designed for safe, clean transport
of up to 4 pairs of standard skis or up to
2snowboards.
With the ski bag you can stow skis with a length
of up to 6.9 ft/2.10 m. When skis of 6.9 ft/
2.10 m length are loaded, the overall capacity of
the ski bag is reduced due to its tapered design.
Loading
1. Fold down the center armrest.
2. Press the button, reach into the recess and
fold down the cover.
3. Open the Velcro fastener, spread the ski
bag between the front seats and insert the
skis or snowboards.
4. Clip the hooks of the ski bag retaining strap
into the eyelet.
Only place clean skis in the ski bag. Wrap sharp
edges to prevent damage.

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Giving and receiving assistance
Mobility
Automatically triggering an Emergency
Request
Under certain conditions, an Emergency
Request is sent automatically immediately after
a severe accident. An automatic Emergency
Request is not affected by pressing the SOS
button.
Roadside Assistance
BMW Roadside Assistance is available by
phone around the clock in many countries.
You can obtain support there in the event of a
breakdown.
First aid pouch
Some of the articles co
ntained in the first aid
pouch have a limited service life. Therefore,
check the expiration dates of the contents
regularly and replace any items in good time, if
necessary.
Coupe
The first aid pouch is located on the right-hand
side of the trunk in a storage area.
Convertible
The first aid pouch is located in a compartment
under the front passenger seat.
To open: press the button and fold the cover
down.
To close: fold the cover back up and press it into
the catch.
Warning triangle
Coupe
The warning triangle is located on the left-hand
side of the trunk. Press the tab to take it out.
Convertible
The warning triangle is lo cated in a holder in the
trunk lid. Press the tabs to take it out.

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ReferenceEverything from A to Z
Destination for navigation
– entering by voice 152
– entering via map 151
– entry 146
– home address 149
– manual entry 146
Destination guidance 155
– bypassing a route
section 156
– changing specified route 155
– continuing 155
– starting 155
– voice instructions 157
– volume of voice instructions 157
Digital clock 83
Digital compass 122
Digital radio, refer to HD
Radio 171
Dimensions 280
Directional indicators, refer to
Turn signals 72
Direction instructions, refer to Voice instructions 157
Directory for navigation, refer to Address book 148
Display, refer to iDrive
controls 20
Displaying contact pictures 215
Display lighting, refer to Instrument lighting 114
Displays
– on the Control Display 20
Displays, refer to Instrument cluster 14
Displays and controls 12
Disposal
– coolant 259
– remote control battery 41
– vehicle battery 271
Distance remaining to service,
refer to Service
requirements 88 Distance warning, refer to
Park Distance Control
PDC 96
Door key, refer to Remote control with integrated
key 32
Door lock 36
Doors, emergency
operation 36
DOT Quality Grades 250
Draft-free ventilation 118
Drinks holders, refer to Cupholders 125
Drive mode 69
Drive-off assistance, refer to Dynamic Stability Control
DSC 97
Drive-off assistant 100
Driving dynamics control 70
Driving lamps, ref e

r to Parking
lamps/low beams 110
Driving notes 136
Driving off on hills, refer to Drive-off assistant 100
Driving stability control
systems 97
Driving through water 138
Driving tips, refer to Driving
notes 136
Dry air, refer to Air conditioning 118
DSC Dynamic Stability Control 97
DTC Dynamic Traction
Control 98
– indicator/warning lamp 98
DVD
– country codes 180
– settings 181
– video playback 180
DVD menu 181
DVD player, refer to CD player 178
DVD video 180
Dynamic Brake Control DBC 97 Dynamic destination
guidance 162
Dynamic Stability Control DSC 97
– indicator/warning lamp 98
Dynamic Traction Control DTC 98
– indicator/warning lamp 98
E
EBV Electronic brake-force
distribution 97
Eject button, see buttons on
the CD/DVD player 166
Electrical defect
– 7-gear Sport automatic transmission with double
clutch 70
Electrical malfunction
– door lock 36
– driver's door 36
– fuel filler flap 232
Electric seat adjustment 50
Electric steering wheel lock
– with Comfort Access 40
Electronic brake-force distribution EBV 97
Electronic oil level check 256
Electronic Stability Program ESP, refer to Dynamic
Stability Control DSC 97
E-mail 218
Emergency actuation,
automatic transmission,
refer to Overriding selector
lever lock 67
Emergency operation
– fuel filler flap, manual release 232
Emergency operation, refer to Manual operation
– door lock 36
Emergency release
– trunk lid from inside 38
Emergency Request 272

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