[srbs73]

Hi all,

Saw a review that said you could program the diamond button on the keyfob to open the tailgate window. Checked my car with the 2020/07 software and it’s not an option. Seems that its possible in the manual but maybe not in UK.

Has anyone got this option or enabled via coding?

[xenon]

Even if you can is there any point? As the window’s not powered you’d still have to lift the latch?

[srbs73]

Originally Posted by xenon

Even if you can is there any point? As the window’s not powered you’d still have to lift the latch?

Occasionally useful as it would be quicker to open as there’s a delay using the button. That diamond button just turns the headlights on which I never use.

[nil98]

Yeah I too was looking for that on my new G21 as my old 520 had it. Also hugely irritated that this 50k car doesn’t have the same motorised rear parcel shelf that I’m used to. Funny how the little things get under your skin!

[Jgr1249]

Originally Posted by srbs73

Hi all,

Saw a review that said you could program the diamond button on the keyfob to open the tailgate window. Checked my car with the 2020/07 software and it’s not an option. Seems that its possible in the manual but maybe not in UK.

Has anyone got this option or enabled via coding?

Not sure on this - but I won’t leave my keys in my pocket because the neighbour always knocks to say my boot is open - obv very sensitive. Must be a way to do it on the fob somehow if it’s able to do it on my pocket

[xenon]

Do you mean the tailgate or glass? We’re talking the glass here and if your neighbour can spot the glass unlocked he’s got good eyes...

[Jgr1249]

Originally Posted by xenon

Do you mean the tailgate or glass? We’re talking the glass here and if your neighbour can spot the glass unlocked he’s got good eyes...

Apologies - mine is G20. Meant to say if it releases tailgate for me via key may be possible somehow for G21

[eddiehaug]

You can open/close the tailgate using the key fob of the G21, but not the glass window, that is manually operated only.

[srbs73]

Originally Posted by eddiehaug

You can open/close the tailgate using the key fob of the G21, but not the glass window, that is manually operated only.

The manual says otherwise which makes me think it could be enabled via coding:

[eddiehaug]

I think you might be looking at an old/outdated version of the manual, or it's in fact a UK thing. This is what I see in the latest version of the manual:

[srbs73]

Originally Posted by eddiehaug

I think you might be looking at an old/outdated version of the manual, or it's in fact a UK thing. This is what I see in the latest version of the manual:

Interesting, mine was via the iPad app

[eddiehaug]

Originally Posted by srbs73

Interesting, mine was via the iPad app

I see the same in the app

[srbs73]

I have several mentions in mine where it says use the key, but did see a comment it is country specific what you can set the diamond button to.

[danorman777]

My Drivers Guide app says that it can control the rear window? Not sure on the benefit if it just releases the lock as comfort access does that when you touch it anyway?

[xenon]

Given that, unlike the whole tailgate, the glass itself does not have a motorised closing/opening feature I’m still struggling to see the point of just unlatching from the fob.

[srbs73]

Originally Posted by xenon

Given that, unlike the whole tailgate, the glass itself does not have a motorised closing/opening feature I’m still struggling to see the point of just unlatching from the fob.

Wasn’t a significant reason, just occasionally I’m walking up to the car wanting to drop something in the boot it would save a few seconds being able to pop the window open.

At the moment, that diamond button is useless. I would never need to turn the car lights on independently of unlocking and getting the car lights to turn on.

If I could choose the function, I would probably choose for it to turn on the air circulation or fully open the sunroof.

[xenon]

You can use to switch on air circulation I think: “standing air conditioning”

[srbs73]

Originally Posted by xenon

You can use to switch on air circulation I think: “standing air conditioning”

I just had a look today and can’t see any option to make any changes

[TouringDude]

Originally Posted by Jgr1249

Not sure on this - but I won’t leave my keys in my pocket because the neighbour always knocks to say my boot is open - obv very sensitive. Must be a way to do it on the fob somehow if it’s able to do it on my pocket

Not just me then

My dad - “your bloody tailgates open.... AGAIN!!”

[Martsatart]

Resurrecting this thread after a brief search of the problem I'm getting with my tailgate glass.
I have comfort access set to open doors when touching the handle - which works fine .
My problem is intermittent (of course !) If I walk round the back of the car the tailgate glass opens with no contact .It can also happen with the foot waggle or pressing the tailgate open button popping the glass open. Might have to shut it twice before it stays shut .
Looks like a dealer visit where they find nothing wrong .

[ramparts]

You don’t need to code this.

It’s avaiable in the idrive settings under the key bit. I’ll screeeshot tomorrow

[Riccardog]

Useful thread, 2yrs on I still hadn't cottoned on to the fact that 4th button on the fob can be configured. What with Comfort access I never even look at the key, just carry it in coat / trousers.