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How to open the trunk of the 2012 BMW 135i when the battery is dead?

Model: BMW Serie 1 E81, E82, MK 1, E87 - Years 2004-2013

Today we will explain how to open the trunk of the BMW 1 Series when the vehicle's battery is dead. Many vehicles have an emergency metal key that allows you to open the trunk through the lock, while others have the option of connecting an auxiliary battery to the vehicle's battery. On E88 model vehicles, to open the trunk you need to get inside the vehicle and unlock it from the inside. Fold down the rear seat backs to access the inside of the trunk; using a pointed screwdriver, remove the lock cover. Using a Phillips screwdriver, unscrew the screws and move the mechanism inside the lock to open the trunk.

Posted on 24 September 2025 by ScegliAuto

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