BMW 2013 X5 - Manual (Page 39)

▷ Press the button on the outside of the tail‐
gate when the vehicle is unlocked.
▷ Press the button in the center con‐
sole.
▷ Press the button on the remote control
for approx. 1 second and release.
The opening procedure is interrupted:
▷ When the engine starts.
▷ When the vehicle starts moving.
▷ By pressing the button in the center
console again.
▷ By pressing the button on the remote
control for a longer period.
▷ By pressing the button on the outside of the
tailgate.
▷ By pressing the button on the inside of the
tailgate.
Closing
Danger of pinching
Make sure that the closing path of the tail‐
gate is clear; otherwise, injuries may result.◀
The tailgate closes automatically when the but‐
ton on the inside of the tailgate is pressed.
To stop the closing procedure:
▷ Press the button on the inside of the tailgate.
▷ Press the button on the exterior of the tail‐
gate.
The closing procedure is also stopped:
▷ When the engine starts.
▷ If the vehicle jerks while driving away.
Closing is not canceled when you put the vehicle
into motion.
Automatic closing
The tailgate closes automatically without
button operation if it is weighed down by an ad‐
ditional weight of approx. 11 lbs/5 kg, such as
snow or ice.◀
Manually opening or closing
In case of an electrical malfunction:
1. Push out cover 1 on the tailgate with a
screwdriver.
2. Push the catch 2 in the direction of the ar‐
row.
3. Open or close the tailgate slowly and with‐
out making sudden movements.
Do not use force to open or close
If the tailgate offers increased resistance,
do not forcefully open or close the tailgate; oth‐
erwise, injury or damage may result.◀
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