Steering/Ignition Lock - BMW M5 2001 Manual

Steering/Ignition lock

0 Steering lock engaged
The key can be inserted and removed in
this position only.
An acoustic warning is sounded when
you fail to remove the ignition key after
opening the driver's door.
After removing the key, turn the steer-
ing wheel slightly to the left or right until
you hear the lock engage.
Once the ignition has been switched off
(ignition key in position 0 or pulled out),
the radio functions are still available for
approx. 20 minutes. Turn the radio back
on to use it.
1 Steering lock disengaged
Turning the steering wheel slightly to
the right or left often makes it easier to
turn the key from 0 to 1.
Individual electrical accessories are
ready for operation.
2 Ignition on
All electrical equipment and accesso-
ries are available for use.
3 Starting the engine
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