BMW 2008 5 Series, Owner'S Manual

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Opening and
closing
28
Opening and closing
Keys/remote control
1 Remote control with integrated key
2 Spare key
3 Adapter for spare key, in glove compart-
ment
Remote control with integrated key
Each remote control contains a battery which is
charged in the ignition lock while driving. Drive a
longer distance with each remote control at
least twice a year to keep the battery charged.
For comfort access
*
, the remote control con-
tains a replaceable battery, refer to page 40 .
Depending on which remote control is detected
by the vehicle during unlocking, different set-
tings are activated and executed in the vehicle,
refer to Personal Profile, page
29 .
Information on the required for maintenance is
also stored in the remote control, refer to Ser-
vice data in remote control, page
235 .
Integrated key
Press button
1
to unlock the key.
The integrated key fits the following locks:
> Glove compartment, refer to page 123
> Sports Wagon: floor panel flap in cargo bay,
refer to page
129
> Driver's door, refer to page 32
> Luggage compartment lid, refer to page 33 .
New remote controls
To obtain additional or replace lost keys, new
remote controls with an integrated key are
available at your BMW center.
Spare key
Store the spare key in a safe place such as your
wallet. This key is not intended for regular use.
The spare key and integrated key fit the same
locks.
Adapter for spare key
The adapter is required so that the vehicle can
be started with the spare key or radio readiness
can be switched on.
Remove the adapter from the holder in the
glove compartment and slide the spare key into
the adapter before use.