BMW X1 2021 Repair Manual

Overview1Unlocking2Locking3Unlocking
the
tailgate
With
automatic
tailgate
operation:
open
the
tailgate4Panic
mode
Unlocking
Press
the
button
on
the
vehicle
key.
Depending
on
the
settings,
refer
to
page
74,
the
following
access
points
are
unlocked:
'xDriver's
door
and
fuel
filler
flap.
Press
the
button
on
the
vehicle
key
again
to unlock
the
other
vehicle
access
points.'xAll
doors,
tailgate,
and
fuel
filler
flap.
In
addition,
the
following
functions
are
executed:
'xUnlocking
is
confirmed
by
the
turn
signalsand
the
horn.
This
function
must
be
activated
in
the
settings,
refer
to
page
74.'xThe
settings
stored
in
the
driver
profile,
refer
to
page
72,
are
applied.'xThe
driver's
seat
is
set
to
the
last
position
saved
in
the
driver's
profile.
This
function must
be
activated
in
the
settings,
refer
topage
74.'xThe
interior
lights,
refer
to
page
140,
are
switched
on,
unless
they
were
manually
switched
off.'xDepending
on
the
settings,
the
welcome
light
and
pathway
lighting,
refer
to
page
137,
are
switched
on.'xExterior
mirrors
folded
through
convenient
closing
are
folded
open.'xThe
alarm
system,
refer
to
page
75,
is
switched
off.
The
light
functions
may
depend
on
the
ambient
brightness.
Convenient
opening Press
and
hold
the
button
on
the
vehi#jcle
key
after
unlocking.
The
windows
and
the
glass
sunroof
are
opened,
as
long
as
the
button
on
the
vehicle
key
is
pressed.
Locking
1.Close
the
driver's
door.2.

Press
the
button
on
the
vehicle
key.
The
following
functions
are
executed:
'xAll
doors,
the
tailgate,
and
the
fuel
filler
flap are
locked.'xLocking
is
confirmed
by
the
turn
signals
and
the
horn.
This
function
must
be
activated
in the
settings,
refer
to
page
74.'xThe
alarm
system,
refer
to
page
75,
is
switched
on.
If
the
engine
or
ignition
is
still
switched
on
when
you
lock
the
vehicle,
the
vehicle
horn
honks twice.
In
this
case,
the
engine
or
ignition
must
beswitched
off
by
means
of
the
Start/Stop
button.
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With
Comfort
Access:
convenient
closing
Safety
information
Warning
With
convenient
closing,
body
parts
can
be jammed.
There
is
a
risk
of
injury.
Make
sure
that
the
area
of
movement
of
the
doors
is
clear
during
convenient
closing.
Closing
Press
and
hold
the
button
on
the
vehicle
key
in
the
area
close
to
the
vehicle.
The
windows
and
the
glass
sunroof
are
closed, as
long
as
the
button
on
the
vehicle
key
ispressed.
The
exterior
mirrors
are
folded
in.
The
exterior
mirrors
are
not
folded
in
when
the
hazard
warning
flashers
are
switched
on.
Switching
on
interior
lights
and
courtesy
light
Press
the
button
on
the
vehicle
key
with
the
vehicle
locked.
This
function
is
not
available,
if
the
interior
lights
were
switched
off
manually.
The
light
functions
may
depend
on
the
ambient
brightness.
After
locking,
wait
10
seconds
before
pressing
the
button
again.
Panic
mode You
can
trigger
the
alarm
system
if
you
find
your#jself
in
a
dangerous
situation.
'xPress
the
button
on
the
vehicle
key
and
hold
for
at
least
3
seconds.'xBriefly
press
the
button
on
the
vehicle
key three
times
in
succession.To
switch
off
the
alarm:
press
any
button.
Tailgate General
information
To
avoid
locking
the
vehicle
key
in
the
vehicle,
do
not
place
the
vehicle
key
in
the
cargo
area.
Depending
on
the
vehicle
equipment
and
coun#jtry
version,
it
is
possible
to
specify
whether
thetailgate
can
be
unlocked
with
the
vehicle
key
andhow
the
vehicle
doors
will
respond
to
this.
To
perform
settings,
refer
to
page
74.
Safety
information
Warning
Body
parts
can
be
jammed
when
operating
the
tailgate.
There
is
a
risk
of
injury.
Make
sure
that
the
area
of
movement
of
the
tailgate
is
clear
during
opening
and
closing.
Warning
The
tailgate
pivots
out
when
it
opens.
There
is
a
risk
of
injury
or
risk
of
damage
to
property.
Make
sure
that
the
area
of
movement
of
the
tailgate
is
clear
during
opening
and
closing.
NOTICE
Sharp-edged
or
pointed
objects
can
hit
the windows
and
heat
conductors
while
driving. There
is
a
risk
of
damage
to
property.
Coverthe
edges
and
ensure
that
pointed
objects
do
not
hit
the
windows.
Opening
Press
the
button
on
the
vehicle
key
for
approx.
1
second.
Without
automatic
tailgate
operation:
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The
tailgate
is
unlocked
and
can
be
swung
up#jward.
With
automatic
tailgate
operation:
The
tailgate
opens
automatically.
Replacing
the
battery1.Remove
the
integrated
key
from
the
vehicle key,
refer
to
page
64.2.Place
the
integrated
key
underneath
the
bat#j
tery
compartment
cover,
arrow
1,
and
lift
the
cover
with
a
lever
movement
of
the
integrated
key,
arrow
2.3.Push
battery
in
the
direction
of
the
arrow
us#j
ing
a
pointed
object
and
lift
it
out.4.Insert
a
type
CR
2032
battery
with
the
posi#j tive
side
facing
up.5.Press
the
cover
closed.6.Push
the
integrated
key
into
the
vehicle
key
until
it
engages.
Have
old
batteries
disposed
of
by
a
deal#j
er#ss
service
center
or
another
qualified service
center
or
repair
shop
or
take
them
to
a
collection
point.
Additional
vehicle
keys
Additional
vehicle
keys
are
available
from
a
serv#j
ice
center
or
another
qualified
service
center
or
repair
shop.
Loss
of
vehicle
keys
A
lost
vehicle
key
can
be
blocked
and
replaced
by
a
dealer#ss
service
center
or
another
qualified service
center
or
repair
shop.
Malfunction
General
information A
Check
Control
message
is
displayed.
Vehicle
key
recognition
by
the
vehicle
may
mal#j
function
under
the
following
circumstances:'xThe
battery
of
the
vehicle
key
is
discharged.
For
replacing
the
battery,
refer
to
page
63.'xInterference
of
the
radio
connection
from
transmission
towers
or
other
equipment
with
high
transmitting
power.'xShielding
of
the
vehicle
key
due
to
metal
ob#j jects.
Do
not
transport
the
vehicle
key
together
with metal
objects.'xInterference
of
the
radio
connection
from
mo#j
bile
phones
or
other
electronic
devices
in
di#j
rect
proximity
to
the
vehicle
key.
Do
not
transport
the
vehicle
key
together
with electronic
devices.'xInterference
of
radio
transmission
by
a
charg#j
ing
process
of
mobile
devices,
for
instance charging
of
a
mobile
phone.'xThe
vehicle
key
is
in
direct
proximity
of
thewireless
charging
tray.
Place
the
vehicle
key
in
a
different
location.
In
the
case
of
interference,
the
vehicle
can
be unlocked
and
locked
from
the
outside
with
the
integrated
key,
refer
to
page
64.
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Starting
the
engine
via
emergency
detection
of
the
Vehicle
key
It
is
not
possible
to
start
the
engine
if
the
vehicle key
has
not
been
detected.
Proceed
as
follows
in
this
case:
1.Hold
the
vehicle
key
with
its
tip
against
the
marked
area
on
the
steering
column.
Pay
at#j tention
to
the
display
in
the
instrument
clus#jter.2.If
the
vehicle
key
is
detected:
Start
the
engine
within
10
seconds.
If
the
vehicle
key
is
not
recognized,
slightly change
the
position
of
the
vehicle
key
and
repeat
the
procedure.
Frequently
Asked
Questions
What
precautions
can
be
taken
to
be
able
to open
a
vehicle
with
an
accidentally
locked
in
ve#jhicle
key
'xThe
options
provided
by
the
Remote
Serv#j
ices
of
the
BMW
Connected
app
include
the
ability
to
lock
and
unlock
a
vehicle.
This
requires
an
active
BMW
Connected#j
Drive
contract
and
the
BMW
Connected
app
must
be
installed
on
a
smartphone.'xUnlocking
the
vehicle
can
be
requested
via the
BMW
ConnectedDrive
Call
Center.
An
active
BMW
ConnectedDrive
contract
isrequired.Integrated
key
General
information
The
driver's
door
can
be
locked
and
unlocked
without
the
vehicle
key
using
the
integrated
key.
Safety
information
Warning
Unlocking
from
the
inside
is
only
possible
with special
knowledge.
Persons
who
spend
a
lengthy
time
in
the
vehi#j
cle
while
being
exposed
to
extreme
tempera#j tures
are
at
risk
of
injury
or
death.
Do
not
lock
the
vehicle
from
the
outside
when
there
are
people
in
it.
NOTICE
The
door
lock
is
permanently
joined
with
the door.
The
door
handle
can
be
moved.
When
pulling
the
door
handle
with
the
integrated
key
inserted,
paint
or
the
integrated
key
can
be damaged.
There
is
a
risk
of
damage
to
prop#j
erty.
Remove
the
integrated
key
before
pulling
the
outside
door
handle.
Removing
Press
the
button,
arrow
1,
and
pull
out
the
integrated
key,
arrow
2.
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Locking/unlocking
via
the
door
lock1.Remove
lid
on
the
door
lock.
To
do
this,
slide
the
integrated
key
into
the opening
from
below
and
remove
the
lid.2.Unlock
or
lock
the
door
lock
using
the
integrated
key.
The
other
doors
must
be
unlocked
or
locked from
the
inside.
Alarm
systemThe
alarm
system
is
not
switched
on
if
the
vehi#jcle
is
locked
with
the
integrated
key.
The
alarm
system
is
triggered
when
the
door
is
opened,
if
the
vehicle
has
been
unlocked
via
the
door
lock.
Buttons
for
the
central locking
system
General
information In
the
event
of
a
severe
accident,
the
vehicle
is
automatically
unlocked.
The
hazard
warning
sys#j
tem
and
interior
lights
come
on.
Overview
Buttons
for
the
central
locking
system.
Locking Press
the
button
with
the
front
doorsclosed.
The
fuel
filler
flap
remains
unlocked.
The
vehicle
is
not
secured
against
theft
when
locking.
Unlocking Press
the
button.
Opening
'x

Press
button
to
unlock
the
doors
to#j
gether,
and
then
pull
the
door
handle
above
the
armrest.'xFront
doors:
pull
the
door
handle
on
the
door to
open
the
door.
The
other
doors
remain
locked.'xBack
doors:
pull
twice
on
the
door
handle
on
the
door
to
be
opened;
the
first
time
unlocks the
door,
the
second
time
opens
it.
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Comfort
Access
Concept
The
vehicle
can
be
accessed
without
operating
the
vehicle
key.
Carrying
the
vehicle
key
with
you,
e.g.,
in
your pants
pocket,
is
sufficient.
The
vehicle
automatically
detects
the
vehicle
key
when
it
is
in
close
proximity
or
in
the
car's
inte#j rior.
General
informationComfort
Access
supports
the
following
func#j
tions:
'xUnlocking
and
locking
the
vehicle.'xConvenient
closing.'xOpen
the
tailgate.'xOpening/closing
the
tailgate
with
no-touch
activation.
Functional
requirements
'xTo
lock
the
vehicle,
the
vehicle
key
must
be
outside
of
the
vehicle
near
the
doors.'xThe
next
unlocking
and
locking
cycle
is
not
possible
until
after
approx.
2
seconds.
Unlocking
Grasp
the
door
handle
on
the
driver's
or
front passenger
door
completely.
This
corresponds
to
pressing
the
button




on
the
vehicle
key.
Locking
Touch
the
surface
on
the
door
handle
of
the
driv#j
er's
or
front
passenger
door
with
your
finger
for
approx.
1
second
without
grasping
the
door
han#j dle.
This
corresponds
to
pressing
the
button




on
the
vehicle
key.
Convenient
closing
Safety
information
Warning
With
convenient
closing,
body
parts
can
be
jammed.
There
is
a
risk
of
injury.
Make
sure that
the
area
of
movement
of
the
doors
is
clearduring
convenient
closing.
Closing
Touch
the
surface
on
the
door
handle
of
the
driv#j
er's
or
front
passenger
door,
arrow,
with
your
fin#j
ger
and
hold
it
there
without
grasping
the
door
handle.
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This
corresponds
with
pressing
and
holding
thebutton




on
the
vehicle
key.
In
addition
to
locking,
the
windows
and
the
glass sunroof
close.
The
exterior
mirrors
fold
in,
de#j
pending
on
the
model.
Opening
the
tailgate
General
information
To
avoid
locking
the
vehicle
key
in
the
vehicle, do
not
place
the
vehicle
key
in
the
cargo
area.
If
the
tailgate
is
opened
via
Comfort
Access,locked
doors
are
not
unlocked.
Safety
information
Warning
Body
parts
can
be
jammed
when
operating
the
tailgate.
There
is
a
risk
of
injury.
Make
sure
that the
area
of
movement
of
the
tailgate
is
clear
during
opening
and
closing.
Warning
The
tailgate
pivots
out
when
it
opens.
There
is
a
risk
of
injury
or
risk
of
damage
to
property.
Make
sure
that
the
area
of
movement
of
the
tailgate
is
clear
during
opening
and
closing.
NOTICE
Sharp-edged
or
pointed
objects
can
hit
the windows
and
heat
conductors
while
driving. There
is
a
risk
of
damage
to
property.
Coverthe
edges
and
ensure
that
pointed
objects
do
not
hit
the
windows.
Opening
Press
button
next
on
tailgate.
This
corresponds
to
pressing
the
button




on
the
vehicle
key.
Without
automatic
tailgate
operation:
The
tailgate
is
unlocked
and
can
be
swung
up#j ward.
With
automatic
tailgate
operation:
The
tailgate
opens
automatically.
With
automatic
tailgate
operation:
opening
and
closing
the
tailgate
with
no-touch
activation
Concept
The
tailgate
can
be
opened
and
closed
with
no- touch
activation
using
the
vehicle
key
you
arecarrying.
Two
sensors
detect
a
forward-directedfoot
motion
in
the
central
rear
area
and
the
tail#j
gate
is
opened
or
closed.
General
information To
avoid
locking
the
vehicle
key
in
the
vehicle,
do
not
place
the
vehicle
key
in
the
cargo
area.
If
the
vehicle
key
is
in
the
sensor
area,
the
tail#j
gate
may
open
or
close
inadvertently
if
you
unin#j
tentionally
move
your
foot
or
if
a
foot
movement
is
detected.
The
sensor
has
an
approximate
range
of
5
ft/1.50
m
extending
from
the
rear
of
the
vehi#j cle.
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If
the
tailgate
is
opened
with
no-touch
activation,locked
doors
are
not
unlocked.
Contactless
opening
and
closing
of
the
tailgate must
be
activated
in
the
settings.
Safety
information
Warning
During
no-touch
activation,
vehicle
parts
may
be
touched,
such
as
the
hot
exhaust
gas
sys#j
tem.
There
is
a
risk
of
injury.
When
moving
your
foot,
make
sure
you
have
a
firm
stance
and
do not
touch
the
vehicle.
Warning
Body
parts
can
be
jammed
when
operating
the
tailgate.
There
is
a
risk
of
injury.
Make
sure
that the
area
of
movement
of
the
tailgate
is
clearduring
opening
and
closing.
Warning
The
tailgate
pivots
out
when
it
opens.
There
is a
risk
of
injury
or
risk
of
damage
to
property.
Make
sure
that
the
area
of
movement
of
the tailgate
is
clear
during
opening
and
closing.
Adjusting
1."My
Vehicle"2."Vehicle
settings"3."Doors/Key"4."Tailgate"5.Select
the
desired
setting:'x"Open
by
foot
movement"
Contactless
opening
of
the
tailgate
is
switched
on
or
off.'x"Close
by
foot
movement"
Contactless
closing
of
the
tailgate
is
switched
on
or
off.Performing
the
foot
movement1.Stand
in
the
middle
behind
the
vehicle
at
ap#j prox.
one
arm's
length
away
from
the
rear
of
the
vehicle.2.Wave
a
foot
under
the
vehicle
in
the
direction
of
travel
and
immediately
pull
it
back.
With
this
movement,
the
leg
must
pass
through
the
ranges
of
both
sensors.
Opening
Perform
the
foot
movement
described
earlier.
Before
the
opening,
the
hazard
warning
system flashes.
If
touchless
closing
is
switched
on:
Moving
a
foot
again
will
stop
the
opening
proc#j
ess
The
subsequent
foot
movement
will
close
the tailgate
again.
Closing Perform
the
foot
movement
described
earlier.
Before
closing,
the
hazard
warning
system
flashes
and
an
acoustic
signal
sounds.
Moving
a
foot
again
will
stop
the
closing
process.
The
subsequent
foot
movement
will
open
the
tailgate
again.
Malfunction Vehicle
key
recognition
by
the
vehicle
may
mal#j
function
under
the
following
circumstances:
'xThe
battery
of
the
vehicle
key
is
discharged.
Replace
the
battery,
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to
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'xInterference
of
the
radio
connection
fromtransmission
towers
or
other
equipment
with
high
transmitting
power.'xShielding
of
the
vehicle
key
due
to
metal
ob#j jects.
Do
not
transport
the
vehicle
key
together
with metal
objects.'xInterference
of
the
radio
connection
from
mo#j
bile
phones
or
other
electronic
devices
in
di#j
rect
proximity
to
the
vehicle
key.
Do
not
transport
the
vehicle
key
together
with electronic
devices.
Wet
or
snowy
conditions
may
disrupt
the
locking
request
recognition
function
on
the
door
han#j
dles.
In
the
case
of
a
malfunction,
unlock
and
lock
the vehicle
using
the
buttons
of
the
vehicle
key
or
using
the
integrated
key,
refer
to
page
64.
Tailgate
General
information
To
avoid
locking
the
vehicle
key
in
the
vehicle, do
not
place
the
remote
control
in
the
cargo
area.
Depending
on
the
vehicle
equipment
and
coun#j
try
version,
it
is
possible
to
specify
whether
the
tailgate
can
be
unlocked
with
the
vehicle
key
and
how
the
vehicle
doors
will
respond
to
this.
To
perform
settings,
refer
to
page
74.
Safety
information
Warning
Body
parts
can
be
jammed
when
operating
the tailgate.
There
is
a
risk
of
injury.
Make
sure
that the
area
of
movement
of
the
tailgate
is
clear
during
opening
and
closing.
Warning
The
tailgate
pivots
out
when
it
opens.
There
is
a
risk
of
injury
or
risk
of
damage
to
property.
Make
sure
that
the
area
of
movement
of
the
tailgate
is
clear
during
opening
and
closing.
NOTICE
Sharp-edged
or
pointed
objects
can
hit
the windows
and
heat
conductors
while
driving. There
is
a
risk
of
damage
to
property.
Coverthe
edges
and
ensure
that
pointed
objects
do
not
hit
the
windows.
Without
automatic
tailgate
operation
Opening
from
the
outside
'xWithout
Comfort
Access:
unlock
vehicle.
With
Comfort
Access:
unlock
the
vehicle
or
have
the
vehicle
key
with
you.
Press
button
next
on
tailgate.'xPress
the
button
on
the
vehicle
key
for
approx.
1
second.
Depending
on
the
setting,
the
doors
may
also be
unlocked.
Unlocking
with
the
vehicle
key,
refer
to
page
62.
The
tailgate
is
opened
slightly
and
can
be
swung
upward.
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Opening
from
the
insideWith
Steptronic
transmission:
With
the
vehicle
stationary,
pull
the
but#j
ton
in
the
storage
compartment
of
the
driver's
door
upwards.
If
the
vehicle
is
locked,
selector
lever
position
P must
be
engaged
first.
With
manual
transmission:
With
the
vehicle
stationary,
pull
the
but#j
ton
in
the
storage
compartment
of
the
driver's
door
upwards
twice
in
quick
succession.
The
tailgate
is
opened
slightly
and
can
be
swung
upward.
Closing
Grasp
the
recess
grip
and
pull
tailgate
down.
With
automatic
tailgate
operation
Opening Adjusting
the
opening
height
You
can
set
how
far
the
tailgate
should
open.
When
adjusting
the
opening
height,
ensure
that there
is
a
clearance
of
at
least
4
in/10
cm
above
the
tailgate.
1."My
Vehicle"2."Vehicle
settings"3."Doors/Key"4."Tailgate"5.Monitor
the
tailgate
and
set
the
desired
opening
height.
From
the
outside
'xWithout
Comfort
Access:
unlock
vehicle.
With
Comfort
Access:
unlock
the
vehicle
or
have
the
vehicle
key
with
you.
Press
the
button
on
tailgate's
exterior.'xPress
the
button
on
the
vehicle
key
for
approx.
1
second.
Depending
on
the
setting,
the
doors
may
also be
unlocked.
Opening
with
the
vehicle
key,
refer
to
page
62.
If
the
vehicle
is
stationary,
the
tailgate
opens
au#j
tomatically
to
the
adjusted
opening
height.
From
the
inside With
Steptronic
transmission:
Pull
button
in
the
storage
compartment
of
the
driver's
door
upward.
If
the
vehicle
is
locked,
selector
lever
position
P
must
be
engaged
first.
With
manual
transmission:
With
the
vehicle
stationary,
pull
the
but#j
ton
in
the
storage
compartment
of
the
driver's
door
upwards
twice
in
quick
succession.
If
the
vehicle
is
stationary,
the
tailgate
opens
au#j
tomatically
to
the
adjusted
opening
height.
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