BMW 5 Series: Switching between upper and lower 
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Depending on the menu, you can switch between entering upper and lower case letters:

Entry comparison

    Switching between letters and numbers
    Depending on the menu, you can switch between entering letters and numbers: ...

    Entry comparison
    Entry of names and addresses: the selection is narrowed down every time a letter is entered and letters may be added automatically. The entries are continuously compared to the data stored in t ...

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    Effective range (areas within which the electronic key is detected)
    When locking or unlocking the doors The system can be operated when the electronic key is within about 2.3 ft. (0.7 m) of either of the front outside door handles. (Only the doors dete ...

    Detachable key blade
    Each remote key or PCC contains a detachable metal key blade for mechanically locking or unlocking the driver's door and the glove compartment, and to enable the valet locking function. See pa ...

    Controls
    1 Screen, left 2 Screen, right 3 Center armrest, remote control 4 CD/DVD player ...