BMW 5 Series: Emergency detection of remote control
It is possible to switch on the ignition or start the engine in situations such as the following:
▷ Interference of radio transmission to remote
control by external sources.
▷ Discharged battery in the remote control.
A Check Control message is displayed if an attempt is made to switch on the ignition or start the engine.
Starting the engine in case of emergency detection of remote control
Starting the engine in case of
emergency detection of remote control
Automatic transmission: if a corresponding Check Control message appears, hold the remote control, as shown, against the marked area on the steering column and press the Start/Stop button within 10 seconds while pressing the brake.
Manual transmission: if a corresponding Check Control message appears, hold the remote control, as shown, against the marked area on the steering column and press the Start/Stop button within 10 seconds while pressing the clutch.
Loss of the remote controls
Lost remote controls can be blocked by your
service center. ...
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Manual heating and air conditioning
The heating and cooling system can be controlled manually by pressing buttons
or turning knob(s) other than the AUTO button. In this case, the system works sequentially
according to the order of b ...
Trunk lid (Legacy) – if the trunk lid cannot be opened
The trunk lid can also be opened using the key.
To open the trunk lid, insert the key into the key cylinder and turn it clockwise. ...
Maintenance-Free Battery
Your vehicle is equipped with a maintenance-free battery.
You will never have to add water, nor is periodic maintenance
required.
NOTE:
The battery is stored in a compartment behind
the left fr ...
