Opening and closing – BMW 530xi Sports Wagon 2007 User Manual
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Opening and
closing
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When opening the tailgate, the roll-up
cover is raised. Before closing the tail-
gate, press down the roll-up cover until it
engages.
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Opening manually
In case of an electrical malfunction:
1.
From the cargo bay, press out the cover
1
on the tailgate with a screwdriver.
2.
Press the locking bar
2 in the direction of
the arrow.
3.
Open the tailgate and press in the cover
again.
The tailgate is locked again as soon as it is
closed.
Closing
Make sure that the closing path of the tail-
gate is clear, otherwise injuries may
result.
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The handle recesses on the interior trim of the
tailgate make it easier to pull down.
To close the tailgate, merely press it down gen-
tly. The closing process will then be carried out
automatically.
Sports Wagon: automatic tailgate
operation*
Adjusting opening height
You can adjust how far the tailgate is to open.
iDrive, for explanation of principle, refer to
page
.
1.
Press the
button.
This opens the start menu.
2.
Press the controller to open the menu.
3.
Select "Settings" and press the controller.
4.
Select "Vehicle / Tires" and press the con-
troller.
5.
Change to upper field if necessary. Turn the
controller until "Door locks" is selected and
press the controller.
6.
Select "Tailgate" and press the controller.
7.
Turn the controller. The adjustment is
applied; the field can be changed.
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