BMW 3 Series Owner's Manual page 98

CONTROLS
Malfunction
Vehicle key detection by the vehicle may mal‐
function under the following circumstances:
▷ The battery of the vehicle key is discharged.
For replacing the battery, refer to page 85.
▷ Fault of the radio link from transmission tow‐
ers or other equipment with high transmitting
power.
▷ Shielding of the vehicle key due to metal ob‐
jects.
Do not transport the vehicle key together with
metal objects.
▷ Fault of the radio link from mobile phones or
other electronic devices in direct proximity to
the vehicle key.
Do not carry the vehicle key in close proximity
to other electronic devices.
Wet or snowy conditions may disrupt the locking
request detection on the door handles.
In the case of a malfunction, unlock and lock the
vehicle using the buttons of the vehicle key or
use the integrated key.
Additional information:
Integrated key, refer to page 91.
Trunk lid
General information
To avoid locking the vehicle key in the vehicle,
do not place the vehicle key in the cargo area.
Depending on the vehicle equipment and coun‐
try version, it is possible to specify whether the
trunk lid can be unlocked with the vehicle key
and how the vehicle doors will respond to this.
With automatic transmission: selector lever posi‐
tion P must be engaged to open the trunk lid
with the vehicle key.
It may not be possible to open the trunk lid when
the vehicle is in valet parking mode.
Additional information:
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Opening and closing
Online Edition for Part no. 01405A38F56 - VI/21
Valet parking mode, refer to page 100.
Safety information
Warning
Body parts can be jammed when operating the
trunk lid. There is a risk of injury. Make sure that
the area of movement of the trunk lid is clear
during opening and closing.
NOTICE
During opening, the trunk lid pivots back and
up. There is a risk of damage to property,
among other potential damage. Make sure that
the area of movement of the trunk lid is clear
during opening and closing.
Without automatic tailgate
operation: opening and closing
Opening from the outside
▷ Unlock the vehicle and then press the button
on the outer side of the trunk lid.
▷ With Comfort Access: carry the vehicle key
with you and press the button on the outer
side of the trunk lid.
▷ Press and hold the button on the ve‐
hicle key for approx. 1 second.