BMW C400GT - Rider's Manual > Steering and ignition lock, Ignition with Keyless Ride

Steering and ignition lock

Ignition key

You are provided with two ignition keys.

• with topcase Light OA

You can use the same ignition key for the topcase if you wish.

Please contact an authorized workshop for this purpose, preferably an authorized BMW Motorrad retailer.

Locking handlebars

• Turn handlebars to left.

• Turn the ignition key to position 3 while moving the handlebars slightly.

  Ignition, lights and all electrical circuits are switched off.

  Handlebars are locked.

  Ignition key can now be removed.

Switching on ignition

• Turn the ignition key to position ON.

  Parking lights and all function circuits switched on.

  Engine can be started.

  Pre-Ride-Check is carried out.

  ABS self-diagnosis is performed. ASC self-diagnosis is performed.

Switch off ignition

• Turn the ignition key to position OFF.

  The light is switched off, but parking lights and lighting of the rear storage compartment remain illuminated briefly.

  Handlebars not locked.

  Ignition key can now be removed.

Ignition with Keyless Ride

• with Keyless Ride OE

Vehicle keys

NOTICE The indicator light for the radio-operated key flashes as long as the radio-operated key is being searched for.

If the radio-operated key or the emergency key is detected, it goes out.

If the radio-operated key or the emergency key is not detected, it lights up briefly.

You are provided with one radio-operated key and one emergency key. Should you lose your keys, refer to the information regarding the electronic immobilizer (EWS).

The ignition, tank filler cap and anti-theft alarm system are controlled with the radio-operated key. The seat locking mechanism and topcase can be operated manually.

NOTICE If the range of the key remote (e.g. in the topcase) is exceeded, the vehicle cannot be started.

If the key remote continues to be absent, the ignition is switched off after approx. 1.5 minutes to spare the battery.

Do not store the key remote in the luggage compartment.

The antenna may not be able to receive the key remote signal and it will not be possible to open the seat.

It is advisable to carry the radio-operated key directly on your person (e.g. in a jacket pocket) and to also carry the emergency key as an alternative.

Locking handlebars

Requirement

Handlebars are turned to the left.

Key remote is within reception range.

• Press and hold button 1.

  Steering lock audibly locks.

  Ignition, lights and all electrical circuits switched off.

• To unlock the steering lock, briefly press button 1.

Switching on ignition

Requirement

Key remote is within reception range.

• The ignition can be activated in two ways.

Version 1:

• Briefly press button 1.

  Parking light and all function circuits are switched on.

  Pre-Ride-Check is carried out.

  ABS self-diagnosis is performed. ASC self-diagnosis is performed.

Version 2:

• Steering lock is locked, press and hold button 1.

  Steering lock is unlocked.

  Parking lights and all function circuits switched on.

  Pre-Ride-Check is carried out.

  ABS self-diagnosis is performed. ASC self-diagnosis is performed.

Switch off ignition

Requirement

Key remote is within reception range.

• The ignition can be deactivated in two ways.

Version 1:

• Briefly press button 1.

  Light is switched off.

  Handlebars are not locked.

Version 2:

• Turn handlebars to left.

  Press and hold button 1.

  Light is switched off.

  Steering lock is locked.

EWS Electronic immobilizer

The motorcycle's electronic circuitry monitors the data stored in the radio-operated key through a ring antenna in the radio-operated lock. The engine management system does not enable engine starting until the radio-operated key has been recognized as "authorized" for your motorcycle.

NOTICE A further key attached to the same ring as the radio-operated key used to start the engine could "irritate" the electronics, in which case the enabling signal for starting is not issued. The warning with the key symbol appears in the multifunction display.

Always store further vehicle keys separately from the radio-operated key.

If you lose a radio-operated key, you can have it disabled by your authorized BMW Motorrad retailer.

When having a key disabled you should also bring all of the motorcycle's remaining keys with you.

The engine can no longer be started using a disabled radio-operated key; however, a disabled radio-operated key can be enabled again.

Emergency and spare keys are only available through an authorized BMW Motorrad retailer. As the radio-operated keys are part of an integrated security system, the retailer is under an obligation to check your legitimacy.

Battery of the key fob transmitter is empty or the key fob transmitter is lost

• Should you lose your keys, refer to the information regarding the electronic immobilizer (EWS).
• Should you loose the radio-operated key while driving, the motorcycle can be started by using the emergency key.
• If the battery of the key remote is empty, the vehicle can be started by touching the battery cover with the key remote.
• Hold the emergency key 1 or the empty key remote 2 against the battery cover at the level of the antenna 3.

NOTICE The wallet key or the empty key remote must rest against the battery cover.

Pre-Ride Check in progress.

• Key has been detected.
• Engine can be started.

• Starting engine

Replacing the battery of the key fob transmitter

If the key fob transmitter fails to react when the button is pressed briefly or is pressed and held:

• The battery of the key fob transmitter no longer has its full charging capacity.

  KEYLO! appears in the multifunction display.

  Replace battery.

• Press button 1.

  Key bit folds open.

• Press battery cover 2 upward.
• Remove battery 3.
• Dispose of the old battery in accordance with legal regulations.

  Do not dispose of the battery in the household waste.

ATTENTION Unsuitable or improperly inserted batteries

Component damage

• Use a battery compliant with the manufacturer's specifications.
• When inserting the battery, make sure that the polarity is correct.
• Insert the new battery with the positive terminal up.

• Install battery cover 2.

  Red LED in instrument panel flashes.

  The key fob transmitter is working again.

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