Controls BMW 3 SERIES CONVERTIBLE 2013 E93 User Guide

37
Opening and closing
Controls
The setting is stored
for the remote control
currently in use.
Unlocking and opening doors
> Either unlock the doors together using the
button for the central locking system and
then pull the door handle above the armrest
or
> pull on the door handle of each door twice:
The first time unlocks the door, the second
time opens it.
Locking
> Use the central locking button to lock all of
the doors simultaneously, or
> press down the safety lock button of a door.
To prevent you from being locked out, the
open driver's door cannot be locked using
the lock button.
Persons or animals in a parked vehicle
could lock the doors from the inside. You
should therefore take th e remote control with
you when you leave the ve hicle so that the latter
can be opened from outside. <
Trunk lid
In order to avoid damage, make sure there
is sufficient clearance before opening the
trunk lid. <
Opening from inside
Press the button: the trunk lid opens unless it
has been locked.
Opening from outside
Press the button, see arrow, or the button
on the remote control fo r a longer period. The
trunk lid will open slightly. It can now be swung
upwards.
Coupe: locking or unlocking separately
The switch is located in the glove compartment.
1 Locking the trunk lid
2 Unlocking the trunk lid

00320051004F004C00510048000300280047004C0057004C005200510003

38
ControlsOpening and closing
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 inte-
grated key to someone else while the glove
compartment is locked, the trunk lid cannot be
opened. This is an advantage when valet park-
ing, for example. Locking the glove compart-
ment, refer to page 124.
Unlocking separately
Push the switch in the direction of arrow 2 .
Emergency release
Pull the lever in the trunk. The trunk lid is
unlocked.
Closing
The 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. <
Coupe Convertible
To close the trunk lid, press it down
lightly. The lid is closed automatically.<
Alarm system
The concept
The vehicle alarm system responds:
>
When a door, the hood or the trunk lid is
opened
> To movements inside the vehicle: Interior
motion sensor, refer to page 39
> When the car's inclination changes, for
instance if an attempt is made to jack it up
and steal the wheels or to raise it prior to
towing away
> When there has been an interruption of
power supply from the battery
The alarm system signals unauthorized entry
attempts for a short time by means of:
> An acoustic alarm
> Switching on the haza rd warning flashers
> Flashing the high beams
Arming and disarming
General information
When you lock or unlock the vehicle, either with
the remote control or at the door lock, the alarm
system is armed or disarmed at the same time.

00320051004F004C00510048000300280047004C0057004C005200510003

39
Opening and closing
Controls
Door lock with armed alarm system
In some national-market versions, unlocking via
the door lock tr
iggers the alarm.
To switch off this alarm, unlock the vehicle with
the remote control or sw itch on the ignition.
Trunk lid with the alarm system armed
The trunk lid can be opened via the remote
control even when the alarm system is armed.
Press the button on th e remote control for
approx. 1 second.
The trunk lid is locked and monitored again as
soon as it is closed.
Panic mode
You can trigger the alarm system if you find
yourself in a dangerous situation:
Press the button for at least three seconds.
To switch off the alarm: press any button.
Switching off an alarm
> Unlock the car with the remote control, refer
to page 34.
> Insert the remote contro l all the way into the
ignition lock.
Indicator lamp on inside mirror
> The indicator lamp fl ashes continuously:
The system is armed.
> The indicator lamp flashes after locking:
The doors, hood, or trunk lid are not prop-
erly closed, the remaining components are
secured. Then the indicator lamp flashes continu-
ously after approx. 10 seconds. The interior
motion sensor and tilt
sensor are not active.
> The indicator lamp goes out after unlocking:
The vehicle has not been tampered with.
> If the indicator lamp flashes after unlocking
until the remote control is inserted in the
ignition, but for no longer than approx.
5minutes:
The vehicle has been tampered with.
Tilt alarm sensor
The tilt of the vehicle is monitored. The alarm
system reacts, e.g. to attempts to steal a wheel
or tow the vehicle.
Interior motion sensor
Coupe
For proper function, the windows and glass
sunroof must be closed.
Convertible
The interior of the car is monitored up to the
height of the seat cushions. Thus the alarm
system is activated toge ther with the interior
motion sensor even if the hardtop is open. The
alarm can be triggered un intentionally by falling
objects such as leaves, refer to Avoiding unin-
tentional alarms.
Avoiding uninten tional alarms
The tilt sensor and interior motion sensor can
be deactivated together , for example in the
following situations:
> In car washes
> In stacking garages
> During transport on car-carrying trains,
boats/ships or on a trailer
> When leaving animals in the vehicle

00320051004F004C00510048000300280047004C0057004C005200510003

40
ControlsOpening and closing
Switching off tilt alarm sensor and
interior motion sensor
Once the vehicle is locked, press the
button on the remote control again
within approx. 10 seconds.
The indicator lamp light s up briefly and then
flashes continuously. The tilt alarm sensor and
the interior motion sensor are switched off until
the next time the vehicle is unlocked and subse-
quently locked again.
Comfort Access
The concept
It is possible to access the vehicle without actu-
ating the remote control. It is sufficient to have
the remote control with you, for example in your
jacket pocket. The vehicle automatically
detects the remote control in the vicinity or in
the passenger compartment.
Comfort Access supports the following
functions:
> Unlocking/locking the vehicle
> Convenient closing
> Unlocking the trunk lid separately
> Engine starting
Functional requirement
>There are no external sources of interfer-
ence in the vicinity.
> The remote control mu st be outside the
vehicle to lock it.
> The next unlocking and locking cycle is not
possible until after approx. 2 seconds.
> It is only possible to start the engine if the
remote control is inside the vehicle.
Comparison to the standard remote
control
The above functions can be controlled by
pressing the remote control buttons or by using
Comfort Access. If you notice a brief delay while opening or
closing windows, the glass roof or retract-
able hardtop, the system is checking whether a
remote control is inside the vehicle. Please
repeat the opening or closing procedure, if
necessary. <
Unlocking
Grasp the handle on the driver's or front
passenger door completely, arrow 1 .
This corresponds to pressing the button.
Locking
Touch the surface on the door handle, arrow 2,
with your finger for approx. 1 second.
This corresponds to pressing the
button.
To preserve the battery, please make
sure that the ignition and all electrical
consumers are switched off before locking the
vehicle. <
Coupe: convenient closing
Keep pressing the surface, arrow 2, with your
finger.
Convertible: window and convertible
top operation
With the ignition at ra dio readiness or beyond,
you can open and close the windows and the
convertible top when a remote control is
located inside the vehicle.

00320051004F004C00510048000300280047004C0057004C005200510003

41
Opening and closing
Controls
Unlocking the trunk lid separately
Press the button on the ou
tside of the trunk lid.
This corresponds to pressing the button.
If the vehicle detects that a remote
control has been accide ntally left inside
the locked vehicle's trunk after the trunk lid is
closed, the lid will reopen. The hazard warning
flashers flash and a signal sounds. <
Switching on radio readiness
Pressing the Start/Stop button switches on
radio readiness.
Do not depress the brake or the clutch; other-
wise, the engine will start immediately.
Starting the engine
The engine can be started or the ignition can be
switched on when a remote control is inside the
vehicle. It is not necessa ry to insert a remote
control into the ignition lock, refer to page 62.
Switching off the engine in cars with
automatic transmission
The engine can only be switched off when the
selector lever is in po sition P, refer to page 64.
To switch the engine off when the selector lever
is in position N, the remote control must be in
the ignition lock.
Malfunction
Local radio waves can in terfere with the func-
tion of Comfort Access, for example when a
mobile phone is in the immediate vicinity of the
remote control or by when a mobile phone is
being charged in the vehicle.
If this happens, open or close the vehicle via the
buttons on the remote co ntrol or using the inte-
grated key. To start the engine afterward, insert
the remote control into the ignition lock.
Warning lamps
The warning lamp in the instrument
cluster lights up when you attempt to
start the engine: the engine cannot
be started. The remote co ntrol is not inside the
vehicle or is malfunctioning. Take the remote contro
l with you inside the
vehicle or have it checked. If necessary, insert
another remote control in to the ignition lock.
The warning lamp in the instrument
cluster lights up wh ile the engine is
running: the remote control is no
longer inside the vehicle. After the engine is
switched off, the engine can only be restarted
within approx. 10 seconds.
The indicator lamp in the instrument
cluster lights up and a message
appears on the Control Display:
replace the battery in the remote control.
Replacing the battery
The remote control for Comfort Access con-
tains a battery that will need to be replaced from
time to time.
1. Take the integrated ke y out of the remote
control, refer to page 32.
2. Remove the cover.
3. Insert the new battery with the plus side
facing up.
4. Press the cover on to close.
Dispose of the old battery at a recycling
center or at your BMW center. <
Windows
To prevent injuries, watch the windows
while closing them.
Take the remote contro l with you when you
leave the car; otherwise, children could operate
the electric windows and possibly injure
themselves. <

00320051004F004C00510048000300280047004C0057004C005200510003

42
ControlsOpening and closing
Coupe: opening, closing
>Press the switch to the resistance point:
The window opens as long as you press the
switch.
> Press the switch beyond the resistance
point:
The window opens automatically. Press
the switch again to stop the opening
movement.
You can close the windows in the same manner
by pulling the switch.
Convertible: opening, closing
Individually
> Press the switch to the resistance point:
The window opens as long as you press the
switch.
> Press the switch beyond the resistance
point:
The window opens automatically. Press
the switch again to stop the opening
movement.
You can close the windows in the same manner
by pulling the switch. The rear windows do not
close automatically.
Jointly
> Press the switch to the resistance point:
All windows open as lo ng as you press the
switch.
> Press the switch beyond the resistance
point:
All windows open automatically. Press
the switch again to stop the opening
movement.
> Pull the switch:
All windows close as long as you pull the
switch.
After switching off the ignition
When the remote control is removed or the igni-
tion is switched off, you can still operate the
windows for approx. 1 minute as long as no
door is opened.
Convenient opening and closing
For information on Convenient opening and
closing via the remote control, refer to page 33.
For information on Convenient closing with
Comfort Access, refer to locking on page 34.
Pinch protection system
If the closing force exceeds a specific value as a
window closes, the closing action is interrupted
and the window reopens slightly.
Despite the pinch protection system
check and clear the window's travel path
prior to closing it; otherw ise, the safety system
might fail to detect certain kinds of obstruc-
tions, such as thin objects, and the window
would continue closing.

00320051004F004C00510048000300280047004C0057004C005200510003

43
Opening and closing
Controls
Do not install any accessories that might inter-
fere with window movement. Otherwise, the
pinch protection system could be impaired.
Convertible: the rear windows are not equipped
with pinch protection. Therefore, watch them
closely when closing to avoid personal injury.
<
Closing without pinch protection
If there is an external danger, or if ice on the
windows, etc., prevents you from closing the
windows normally, proceed as follows:
1.Pull the switch past the resistance point and
hold it there. Pinch protection is limited and
the window reopens slightly if the closing
force exceeds a certain value.
2. Pull the switch again past the resistance
point within approx. 4 seconds and hold it
there. The window closes without pinch
protection.
Coupe: glass roof, electric
To prevent injuries, watch the glass roof
while closing it.
Take the remote contro l with you when you
leave the car; otherwise, children could operate
the roof and possibly injure themselves. <
Tilting
Press the switch.
>The closed glass roof is tilted and the
sliding visor opens slightly.
Opening, closing
>Push the switch rearward to the resistance
point:
The glass roof and the sliding visor open
together as long as you hold the switch in
this position.
> Push the switch rearward past the
resistance point:
The glass roof and the sliding visor open
automatically. Briefly press the switch again
to stop the opening movement.
You can close the glass roof in a similar manner
by pressing the switch forwards. The sliding
visor remains open and can be closed by hand.
For Convenient opening and closing using the
remote control, refer to 33.
After switching off the ignition
When the remote contro l is removed or the
ignition is switched off, you can still operate the
roof for approx. 1 minute as long as no door has
been opened.
Pinch protection system
If the glass roof encounters an obstruction
during closing from approximately the middle of
the opening in the roof, or during closing from
the tilted position, the closing movement is
interrupted and the glass roof is opened again
slightly.
Despite the pinch protection system
check and clear the roof's travel path prior
to closing it; otherwise, the safety system might
fail to detect certain kinds of obstructions, such
as very thin objects, and the roof would
continue closing. <
Closing without pinch protection
If there is an external danger, press the switch
forward past the resistance point. The roof
closes without pinch protection.

00320051004F004C00510048000300280047004C0057004C005200510003

44
ControlsOpening and closing
Following interruptions in electrical
power supply
After a power failure, there is a possibility that
the glass roof can only be tilted. The system
must be initialized. BMW recommends having
this work performed by your BMW center.
Convertible: retractable
hardtop
The retractable hardto p combines reliable
weather protection with simple and convenient
operation.
The following tips will enhance your driving
pleasure in your Convertible:
> It is advisable that you close the retractable
hardtop when you park the vehicle. Not only
does the closed hardtop protect the vehicle
interior against unanticipated weather dam-
age, it also offers theft protection. However,
even when the hardtop is closed, valuables
should only be stored in the locked trunk.
> Do not attach roof rack systems to the
retractable hardtop, and in particular do not
attach magnetic racks.
> Do not attach rack sy stems to the trunk lid,
and in particular do not attach magnetic
racks.
> When the retractable hardtop is operated,
the trunk lid swings back and up. Before
operating the retracta ble hardtop, ensure
that there is enough clearance, e.g. when
parked in front of a wall.
> If you open the hardtop while it is wet, e.g.
after driving in the rain, water may drip into
the trunk. If necessary, remove items from
the trunk beforehand to avoid water stains
or soiling. Do not place any objects on the retract-
able hardtop or on
the trunk lid; other-
wise, they could fall du ring movements of the
retractable hardtop and cause damage or injury.
Never move the retractable hardtop when the
rollover protection system is in the activated
position.
Driving when the hardtop is not fully opened or
closed may result in damage or injury.
Do not reach into the mechanism during the
opening or closing procedure. Keep children
away from the swiveling area of the retractable
hardtop. <
The retractabl e hardtop cannot be moved
at temperatures below + 14 7/–10 6.
A message appears on the Control Display. <
The retractable hard top can only be
opened and closed when the vehicle is
stationary. To avoid causing damage, do not
drive off until the hardtop has stopped
moving. <
Before opening and closing
>Comply with the safety precautions
described above.
> Ensure that the trunk partition is folded
down and engaged on both sides, refer to
page 128; otherwise, it will not be possible
to open the retractable hardtop.
> Do not place any objects near or on the
trunk partition, refer to page 128.
> Close the storage compartment on the left
side of the trunk.
> Observe the maximum loading height under
the trunk partition.
> Ensure that the trunk lid is closed.
> The vehicle should be pa rked on fairly level
ground. Excessive angle is indicated by a
lamp.

00320051004F004C00510048000300280047004C0057004C005200510003

45
Opening and closing
Controls
Before moving the ha
rdtop, make sure
that there are no objects on or next to the
trunk partition, the storage compartment on the
left side of the trunk is closed, and the maximum
loading height in th e trunk has not been
exceeded; otherwise, damage may occur. <
Opening and closing
When the vehicle is stationary and at radio
readiness or beyond, refer to page62:
If possible, conserve the battery by only
operating the retractable hardtop when
the engine is running.
Before closing the retractable hardtop, remove
all foreign objects from the windshield frame as
these could prevent the hardtop from closing
properly. <
1 Push button: open th e retractable hardtop.
Pull button: close the retractable hardtop.
2 LEDs
The side windows move down when the
switch for hardtop operation is pulled or
pushed. <
LEDs
In the following situations, a message appears
on the Control Display or an acoustic signal
sounds in addition to the LED lighting up:
>While the hardtop is be ing operated, the left
LED lights up green. It goes out as soon as
the top is fully op ened or closed. >
If the right-hand LED flashes red when you
release the switch, the opening or closing
action has not yet finished.
> If the right LED lights up red when the
switch is pressed, the trunk partition is
folded up, the trunk lid is not closed, the
vehicle is standing on a strong incline or
there is a malfunction. The retractable hard-
top cannot be moved.
Interruption
The automatic sequence of movements is
interrupted if the switch for hardtop operation is
released. The sequence can be continued in
the desired direction by pushing or pulling the
switch.
A hardtop that is not fully opened or
closed is a safety hazard.
Do not interrupt and resume the closing proce-
dure several times in close succession as this
could damage the mechanism. <
If the hardtop is not fully opened or
closed, the trunk lid cannot be opened
and the windows cannot be moved. <
Convenient opening and closing using
the remote control
Refer to pages34.
Wind deflector
The wind deflector keeps air movements in the
passenger compartment to a minimum when
the hardtop is open and provides an even more
comfortable ride, particularly at high speeds.

00320051004F004C00510048000300280047004C0057004C005200510003

46
ControlsOpening and closing
Installation
The wind deflector is stored in a protective
cover in the trunk. Brief instructions for opera-
tion can be found on the protective cover.
1.Remove the wind deflector from the
protective cover and unfold it, arrows 1.
2. Press together the to p and bottom parts of
the wind deflector until the catch engages,
arrow 2.
3. Push the fastening pin, arrow 3, into the
opening provided on the right side of the
vehicle until it snaps into place. Remove the
protective caps befo rehand, if necessary.
4. Push the fastening pin, arrow 4, into the
opening provided on the left side of the
vehicle until it snaps into place. 5.
Turn the rotary handle in the direction of
arrow 5 as far as the first stop to insert the
right fastening pin into the holders.
6. Turn the rotary handle in the direction of
arrow 6 as far as the symbol to insert the
left fastening pin into the holders.
7. Fold up the top section of the wind
deflector.
With the wind deflector installed: do not
recline the front-seat backrests too far if
the seat is to be slid all the way back, as this
would damage the wind deflector. <
Only turn the rotary handle within the
range between the two symbols; other-
wise, the cable system inside the wind deflector
could be damaged. <
Removing the wind deflector
Proceed in the revers e order as used for
installation.
Protective caps are provided in the vehicle for
the holders of the wind deflector.
Folding
Slide the red release leve r towards the middle of
the wind deflector and push the two halves
apart.

00320051004F004C00510048000300280047004C0057004C005200510003