Trunk lid
In order to avoid damage, make sure there is sufficient clearance before opening the trunk lid.
Opening from insidePress the button: the trunk lid opens unless it has been locked.
Opening from outsidePress the button, see arrow, or the button on the remote control for a longer period. The trunk lid opens slightly and can be swung upward.
In the event of a malfunction, please contact your BMW center or a workshop that works according to BMW repair procedures with correspondingly trained personnel.
Locking or unlocking separatelyThe switch is located in the glove compartment.
1. Locking the trunk lid
2. Unlocking the trunk lid
Locking separately
Push the switch in the direction of arrow 1.
The trunk lid is locked and cannot be unlocked using the central locking system.
If you give the remote control without the integrated key to someone else while the glove compartment is locked, the trunk lid cannot be opened. This is an advantage when valet parking, for example. Locking the glove compartment.
Unlocking separately
Push the switch in the direction of arrow 2.
Emergency releasePull the lever in the cargo area. The trunk lid is unlocked.
ClosingThe handle recesses on the interior trim of the trunk lid make it easier to pull down.
Make sure that the closing path of the trunk lid is clear; otherwise, injuries may result.
See also:
Oil change
An oil change should be carried out by your
service center only.
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Rear
BMW X5
BMW X5
Unlock the center armrest with the button in the
lower section of the opening and fold down.
Unlock the center armrest
Press the button; the cover folds forward.
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Remove unnecessary cargo
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