Emergency Release; Rear Window - BMW 525i Owner's Manual

The handle recesses on the interior trim of the
luggage compartment lid make it easier to pull
down.

Emergency release

Pull the lever in the cargo bay. The luggage
compartment lid is unlocked.
Sports Wagon: opening and closing

rear window

Small items can be loaded and unloaded
quickly when the rear window is opened sepa-
rately.
Press the button: the rear window opens some-
what. It can be swung upward.
Press the window closed to close.
When opening the rear window, the roll-
up cover is raised. Before closing the rear
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window, press down the roll-up cover until it
engages.<
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 roll-up cover*
When opening the rear window, the roll-up
cover is raised, and when the rear window is
closed, it is lowered.
Make sure that the closing area of the roll-
up cover is clear of obstructions, other-
wise the payload or the roll-up cover may be
damaged.<
Details on the roll-up cover are provided on
page 119.
Sports Wagon: tailgate
Opening from inside
Press the button: the tailgate opens somewhat
unless it has been locked.
Opening from outside
Press the button on the tailgate or the
ton on the remote control for approx. 1 second:
window.<
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