If you’re traveling with your little ones in a BMW 3 Series, their safety is the top priority. That’s why knowing how to properly set the child safety locks is important. This easy-to-follow guide will show you how to do it for different BMW 3 Series models, so you can hit the road with peace of mind knowing your children are secure.
2018 – 2023 Models
- Locate the rear door’s child lock button on the edge of the door.
- Open the rear door and flip the child lock button to the “Lock” position.
- Confirm the child safety lock is engaged by trying to open the door from the inside.
- Repeat the process for the other rear door.
2011 – 2017 Models
- Find the child lock switch on the rear door frame, near the latch.
- Unlock the rear door and toggle the child lock switch to the “On” position.
- Close the door and verify if the child lock is functioning from the inside.
- Perform the same procedure on the other rear door.
1990 – 1996 & 2004 – 2010 Models
- Open the rear door and locate the small lever or switch near the door latch.
- Slide the lever or switch to the “Lock” or “Child Lock” position.
- Shut the door carefully and check if the child lock is active from the inside.
- Repeat the process for the second rear door.
1997 – 2003 Models
- Open the rear door and examine the door’s edge for a small rotary knob.
- Rotate the knob to the “Lock” or “Child Lock” symbol.
- Close the door and ensure the child lock is functional from the inside.
- Follow the same steps for the other rear door.