BMW 2009 X5 Owner's Manual page 39

3. Open the liftgate and press the cover back
into place.
The liftgate is locked again as soon as it is
closed.
Closing
Make sure that the closing path of the lift-
gate is clear, otherwise injuries may
result.<
The handle recesses on the interior trim of the
liftgate make it easier to pull down.
If pointed or sharp-edged objects could
strike the rear window while driving, be
sure to provide protection around all edges.
Failure to do so could result in damage to the
heating conductors of the rear
Automatic liftgate operation*
Adjusting opening height
You can adjust how far the liftgate is to open.
When adjusting the opening height, make
sure that at least approx. 4 in/10 cm of
clearance is available above the liftgate. Other-
wise, the ceiling height could be insufficient for
the opened liftgate if, for example, the loading
state changes.<
iDrive, for operating principle refer to page 16.
1. Press the button.
This opens the start menu.
2. Press the controller to open the menu.
3. Select "Settings" and press the controller.
4. Select "Vehicle / Tires" and press the con-
troller.
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Opening liftgate
The liftgate opens automatically when you:
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window.<
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Change to upper field if necessary. Turn the
controller until "Door locks" is selected and
press the controller.
Select "Tailgate" and press the controller.
Turn the controller. The adjustment is
applied; the field can be changed.
Press the button on the outside of the lift-
gate when the vehicle is unlocked.
Press the button in the center console.
Press the button on the remote control
for approx. 1 second.
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