BMW 2007 550I Sedan - Manual (Page 39)

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Opening tailgate
The tailgate opens automatically when you:
> Press the button on the outside of the tail-
gate when the vehicle is unlocked.
> Press button 1 or button 2 * .
> Press the button on the remote control
for approx. 1 second.
During opening, the tailgate pivots back
and up. Make sure that adequate clear-
ance is available before opening. <
To interrupt opening:
> Press the button on the outside of the tail-
gate.
> Press the button on the remote control
longer.
> Press the button on the inside of the tail-
gate.
Automatic roll-up cover
When the tailgate or rear window are opened,
the roll-up cover is raised, and when the tailgate
and rear window are closed, it is lowered.
Make sure that the closing area of the roll-
up cover is clear of obstructions, other-
wise the payload or the roll-up cover may be
damaged.
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Details on the roll-up cover are provided on
page
124 .
Closing tailgate
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 interrupt closing:
> Press the button on the inside of the tail-
gate.
> Press the button on the outside of the tail-
gate.
Closing is not canceled when you put the
vehicle into motion.
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Alarm system
The concept
The vehicle alarm system responds:
> When a door, the hood or the luggage com-
partment lid/tailgate or rear window are
opened
> To movements in the vehicle: interior
motion sensor, refer to page
38
> To changes in the vehicle's tilt if someone
attempts to steal the wheels or tow the
vehicle
> To interruptions in battery voltage
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