BMW M5 Owner's Handbook Manual page 95

No attempt has been made to tamper with
the vehicle.
▷ The indicator lamp flashes after unlocking un‐
til the drive-ready state is switched on, but for
no longer than approximately 5 minutes:
The alarm has been triggered.
Tilt alarm sensor
The incline of the vehicle is monitored.
The alarm system responds, for example, when
there is an attempt to steel a wheel or when tow‐
ing away.
Interior movement detector
To ensure perfect functioning, the windows and
Glass Roof must be closed.
Avoiding false alarms
General
The tilt alarm sensor and the interior movement
detector may trigger an alarm without any unau‐
thorised activity taking place.
Possible situations for an unwanted alarm:
▷ In washing bays or car washes.
▷ In two-level garages.
▷ During transport via motorail, car ferry or
trailer.
▷ When there are animals in the vehicle.
▷ At the filling station: if the vehicle is locked af‐
ter refuelling starts.
The tilt alarm sensor and interior protection can
be switched off for such situations.
Switching off the tilt alarm sensor
and interior movement detector
Within 10 seconds of locking the vehicle,
press the button on the remote control
again.
The indicator lamp illuminates for approximately
2 seconds and then flashes again.
Opening and closing
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The tilt alarm sensor and the interior movement
detector are switched off until the next time the
vehicle is locked.
Stopping the alarm
▷ Unlock the vehicle with the remote control, if
necessary using the special ID feature of the
remote control, see page 77.
▷ With Comfort Access: fully grasp the door
handle on either the driver's door or the front
passenger door while carrying the remote
control.
Power window switches
Safety note
WARNING
Parts of the body can become trapped when
the windows are operating. There is a danger of
injury or damage to property. When opening
and closing, make sure that the area of move‐
ment of the windows is kept clear.
Overview
Power window switches
Safety switch
CONTROLS
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