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Driving
Ignition lock
Insert the remote control unit all the way
into the ignition lock. This also activates the
radio mode.
When the remote control unit is in the
ignition lock you can start the engine
without first switching on the ignition.<
Switching ignition on and off
Do not depress the brake pedal until
you are ready to start the engine. If
you press the start/stop button while the
brake pedal is depressed the engine will
start immediately.<
Continue to press the start/stop button to
switch the radio mode on and off or switch
the ignition on and off.
1 Radio mode
In this mode several systems, such as the
Control Center, parked-car ventilation,
etc., are available for use. The time and
outside temperature appear in the Info
Display panel.
The radio mode is automatically
deactivated:
> after approx. 30 minutes, when a door is
closed and the system does not register
the presence of any individuals in the
vehicle
> immediately, when the vehicle is locked
from the outside.<
2 Ignition on:
All vehicle systems are ready for operation.
0 Ignition off:
The indicator lamps in the Info Display go
out. Only the automatic transmission's
range display remains visible for a brief
period.
To remove the remote control unit
from the ignition lock
Press the remote control unit in briefly; it is
ejected and now protrudes slightly from the
lock. This procedure will also switch off the
ignition if it is on.
Switch off the engine before removing
the remote control unit from the igni-
tion lock.
The transmission automatically shifts to
position P – Interlock.<
If the remote control is still in the ignition
lock when the driver's door is opened, a
gong will sound and a message will appear
in the Info Display panel.
Online Edition for Part No. 01400156097 – © 10/01 BMW AG
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