Operation

Opening and closing

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► Slide the switch rearward to the first detent.

The sunroof and sliding panel open for as long as the switch is held in this position.

► Slide the switch rearward past the detent.

The sunroof and sliding panel open automatically. Pressing the switch again stops the opening process.

The sunroof closes in a similar manner, but the switch must be slid forward. The sliding panel remains open and must be closed by hand.

For comfortable operation via the remote control or the door lock, see Comfort Access. For comfortable closing with the comfort access function, see Locking on page 22.

After switching off the ignition

Sunroof operation remains possible:

► with the "Accessory" position activated – for approximately 15 minutes;
► when the electronic key is removed from the ignition lock, or when the ignition and the "Accessory" position are switched off – for approximately 1 minute.

Test yourself

A quick BMW X3 quiz: every answer comes with an explanation and a link to the manual page.