BMW M5 Sedan Owner's Manual page 95

Locking/unlocking via the door
lock
1. Pull and hold the door handle outward with
one hand.
2. Guide one finger of your other hand from the
back under the cover and push the cover out.
Use the thumb for counter support to prevent
the cover from falling out of the door handle.
3. Remove the cover.
4. Unlock or lock the door lock using the
integrated key.
The other doors must be unlocked or locked
from the inside.
Opening and closing
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Alarm system
The activated alarm system is triggered when
the door is opened, if the vehicle has been un‐
locked via the door lock.
The alarm system is not switched on if the vehi‐
cle is locked with the integrated key.
Buttons for the central
locking system
General information
In the event of a severe accident, the vehicle is
automatically unlocked. The hazard warning sys‐
tem and interior lights come on.
Overview
Buttons for the central locking system.
Locking
Press the button with the front doors
closed.
▷ The fuel filler flap remains unlocked.
▷ The vehicle is not secured against theft when
locking.
Unlocking
Press the button.
CONTROLS
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