2008 BMW M5 Owner's Manual - Page 36

Opening and closing Automatic liftgate operation* Adjusting opening height You can adjust how far the liftgate is to open. iDrive, for operating principle refer to page 16. 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 controller. 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. > Press the button in the center console. > Press and hold the control. button on the remote To stop the opening process: > Press the button on the outside of the liftgate. > Press and hold the control. button on the remote > Press the button on the inside of the liftgate. > Press the button on the center console again. The opening process is interrupted if you set the vehicle in motion.< 7. Turn the controller. The adjustment is applied; the field can be changed. Closing liftgate Make sure that the closing path of the liftgate is clear, otherwise injuries may result.< Function requirement: The tailgate is closed. Opening liftgate The liftgate opens automatically when you: > Press the button on the outside of the liftgate when the vehicle is unlocked. The liftgate closes automatically when you press the button on the inside of the liftgate. To stop the closing process: > Press the button on the inside of the liftgate. 34 Online Edition for Part no. 01 41 0 014 248 - © 08/07 BMW AG