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Owner's Manual for Vehicle
Congratulations, and thank you for choosing a BMW.
Thorough familiarity with your vehicle will provide you with
enhanced control and security when you drive it. We therefore
have this request:
Please take the time to read this Owner's Manual and familiarize
yourself with the information that we have compiled for you
before starting off in your new vehicle. It contains important data
and instructions intended to assist you in gaining maximum use
and satisfaction from your BMW's unique range of technical fea-
tures. The manual also contains information on maintenance
designed to enhance operating safety and contribute to main-
taining the value of your BMW throughout an extended service
life.
This manual is supplemented by a Service and Warranty Informa-
tion Booklet for US models or a Warranty and Service Guide
Booklet for Canadian models.
We wish you an enjoyable driving experience.
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Contents
The fastest way to find specific topics is to use
the index, refer to page 224.
Using this Owner's Manual
4 Notes
At a glance
10 Cockpit
16 iDrive
23 Voice command system
Controls
30 Opening and closing
43 Adjusting
54 Transporting children safely
57 Driving
75 Everything under control
86 Technology for comfort, convenience
and safety
99 Lamps
103 Climate
111 Practical interior accessories
Driving tips
122 Things to remember when driving
Navigation
130 Starting navigation system
131 Destination input
143 Route guidance
148 What to do if …
Entertainment
152 On/off and settings
155 Radio
162 CD player
164 CD changer
168 DVD changer
Communications
176 Telephone overview
179 Getting started
182 Using the phone
186 BMW Assist
Mobility
192 Refueling
194 Wheels and tires
201 Under the hood
205 Maintenance
207 Replacing components
213 Giving and receiving assistance
Reference
218 Technical data
222 Short commands of the voice command
system
224 Everything from A to Z
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Notes
Using this Owner's Manual
In compiling this Owner's Manual we have
made every effort to furnish you with a conve-
nient reference source affording quick access
to all the essentials. The fastest way to find
detailed information on any specific subject is
to turn to the comprehensive index at the back
of the manual. For a brief initial overview, please
refer to the first chapter.
Should the day come when you decide to sell
your BMW, please remember to make certain
that the new owner receives this Owner's Man-
ual; it is an important part of the vehicle.
Additional sources of information
If you have any additional questions, your
BMW center will be glad to advise you.
You can find information on BMW, e.g. on tech-
nology, on the Internet at www.bmwusa.com.
Symbols used
Indicates precautions that must be fol-
lowed precisely in order to avoid the pos-
sibility of personal injury and serious damage to
the vehicle.
Indicates information that will assist you
in gaining the optimum benefit from your
vehicle and enable you to care more effectively
for your vehicle.
Refers to measures that can be taken to
help protect the environment.
< Marks the end of a specific item of informa-
tion.
*
Indicates special equipment, country-spe-
cific equipment and optional extras, as well as
equipment and functions not yet available at the
time of printing.
"..." Identifies Control Display texts used to
select individual functions.
{...} Verbal instructions to use with the voice
command system.
{{...}} Identifies the answers generated by the
voice command system.
Symbols on vehicle components
Indicates that you should consult the rel-
evant section of this Owner's Manual for
information on a particular part or assembly.
These sections contain information on
using the voice command system.
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Your individual vehicle
In purchasing your BMW, you have decided in
favor of a model with individualized equipment
and features. This Owner's Manual describes
the entire array of options and equipment avail-
able with a specific BMW model.
Please bear in mind that the manual may con-
tain information on accessories and equipment
that you have not specified for your own vehicle.
Sections describing options and special equip-
ment are marked by asterisks
*
to assist you in
identifying possible differences between the
descriptions in this manual and your own vehi-
cle's equipment.
If equipment in your BMW is not described in
this Owner's Manual, please refer to the accom-
panying Supplementary Owner's Manuals.
Editorial notice
BMW pursues a policy of continuous, ongoing
development that is conceived to ensure that
our vehicles continue to embody the highest
quality and safety standards combined with
advanced, state-of-the-art technology. For this
reason, the features described in this Owner's
Manual may in rare cases differ from those on
your vehicle.
For your own safety
Maintenance and repairs
Advanced technology, e.g. the use of
modern materials and high-performance
electronics, requires specially adapted mainte-
nance and repair methods. Therefore, have cor-
responding work on your BMW performed only
by your BMW center or a workshop that works
according to BMW repair procedures with cor-
respondingly trained personnel. If this work is
not carried out properly, there is a danger of
subsequent damage and related safety haz-
ards.<
California Proposition 65 Warning
California laws require us to issue the following
warning:
Engine exhaust and a wide variety of
automobile components and parts,
including components found in the interior fur-
nishings in a vehicle, contain or emit chemicals
known to the State of California to cause cancer
and birth defects and reproductive harm. In
addition, certain fluids contained in vehicles and
certain products of component wear contain or
emit chemicals known to the State of California
to cause cancer and birth defects or other
reproductive harm.
Battery posts, terminals and related accesso-
ries contain lead and lead compounds. Wash
your hands after handling. Used engine oil con-
tains chemicals that have caused cancer in lab-
oratory animals. Always protect your skin by
washing thoroughly with soap and water.<
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Parts and accessories
For your own safety, use genuine parts
and accessories approved by BMW.
When you purchase accessories tested and
approved by BMW and Genuine BMW Parts,
you simultaneously acquire the assurance that
they have been thoroughly tested by BMW to
ensure optimum performance when installed
on your vehicle.
BMW warrants these parts to be free from
defects in material and workmanship.
BMW will not accept any liability for damage
resulting from installation of parts and accesso-
ries not approved by BMW.
BMW cannot test every product made by other
manufacturers to verify if it can be used on a
BMW safely and without risk to either the vehi-
cle, its operation, or its occupants.
Genuine BMW Parts, BMW Accessories and
other products approved by BMW, together
with professional advice on using these items,
are available from all BMW centers.
Installation and operation of non-BMW
approved accessories such as alarms, radios,
amplifiers, radar detectors, wheels, suspension
components, brake dust shields, telephones,
including operation of any mobile phone from
within the vehicle without using an externally
mounted antenna, or transceiver equipment, for
instance, CBs, walkie-talkies, ham radios or
similar accessories, may cause extensive dam-
age to the vehicle, compromise its safety, inter-
fere with the vehicle's electrical system or affect
the validity of the BMW Limited Warranty. See
your BMW center for additional information.<
Maintenance, replacement, or repair of
the emission control devices and sys-
tems may be performed by any automotive
repair establishment or individual using any cer-
tified automotive part.<
Service and warranty
We recommend that you read this publication
thoroughly.
Your BMW is covered by the following warran-
ties:
> New Vehicle Limited Warranty
> Rust Perforation Limited Warranty
> Federal Emissions System Defect Warranty
> Federal Emissions Performance Warranty
> California Emission Control System Limited
Warranty
Detailed information about these warranties is
listed in the Service and Warranty Information
Booklet for US models or in the Warranty and
Service Guide Booklet for Canadian models.
Reporting safety defects
For US customers
The following only applies to vehicles owned
and operated in the US.
If you believe that your vehicle has a defect
which could cause a crash or could cause injury
or death, you should immediately inform the
National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
(NHTSA) in addition to notifying BMW of North
America, LLC, P.O. Box 1227, Westwood,
New Jersey 07675-1227, Telephone
1-800-831-1117.
If NHTSA receives similar complaints, it may
open an investigation, and if it finds that a safety
defect exists in a group of vehicles, it may order
a recall and remedy campaign. However,
NHTSA cannot become involved in individual
problems between you and your dealer or
BMW of North America, LLC.
To contact NHTSA, you may call the Vehicle
Safety Hotline toll-free at 1-800-327-4236
(TTY: 1-800-424-9153); go to
http://www.safercar.gov; or write to:
Administrator, NHTSA, 400 Seventh Street,
SW., Washington, DC 20590. You can also
obtain other information about motor vehicle
safety from http://www.safercar.gov
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For Canadian customers
Canadian customers who wish to report a
safety-related defect to Transport Canada,
Defect Investigations and Recalls, may tele-
phone the toll-free hotline 1-800-333-0510,
or contact Transport Canada by mail at: Trans-
port Canada, ASFAD, Place de Ville Tower C,
330 Sparks Street, Ottawa ON K1A 0N5.
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At a glance
This overview of buttons, switches and displays
is intended to orient you in your vehicle's
operating environment. It will also assist you
in becoming acquainted with the control
concepts and options available for
operating the various systems.
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Cockpit
All around the steering wheel: controls and displays
1 Roller sun blind for rear window
*
112
2 Rear window safety switch 40
3 Power windows 40
4 Exterior mirrors 50
5 Parking brake 58
6 Parking lamps 99
Low beams 99
Automatic headlamp control 99
Adaptive Head Light
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100
High-beam assistant
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100
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9 Steptronic: upshifting 63
10 Steptronic: downshifting 63
12 Buttons on steering wheel
13 Info Display 12
14 Automatic transmission 62
15 Ignition lock 57
19 Horn: the entire surface
23 Fog lamps 101
24 Unlocking hood 201
7 Instrument lighting 101
8 BMW Night Vision
*
96
11 Turn signals 65
High beams,
headlamp flasher 100
High-beam assistant
*
100
Roadside parking lamps 100
Computer 76
Check Control 80
Computer 76
Voice command system
*
activation/deactivation 23
Volume
Mobile phone:
Press button.
Make call, accept call, or end call.
Press briefly to proceed through
a selection sequence consisting
of the automatic program, the
Sport program, and the manual
mode 63
Selecting radio station
Selecting music track
Skipping chapter
*
Programmable button 52
16 Switching ignition on/off 57
and Starting/stopping engine 57
17 Windshield wipers 65
Rain sensor 65
18 PDC Park Distance Control
*
86
20 Steering wheel heater
*
52
Steering wheel adjustment 52
21 Unlocking luggage compartment
lid 36
22 Programmable cruise control 67
Active cruise control
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69
Front fog lamps
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Info Display
1 Resetting trip odometer to zero 75
2 Speedometer with display for
> Programmable cruise control 67
> Active cruise control
*
69
> Speed limit 82
3 Indicator and warning lamps 12
4 Tachometer 75
Route guidance of navigation
system
*
143
5 High-beam assistant
*
6 Display for
> Flat Tire Monitor
*
91
> Tire Pressure Monitor
*
93
7 Display for
> Voice command system
*
23
> Odometer and trip odometer 75
> Remaining driving distance for service
requirements 78
> Text messages in Check Control 80
> Computer 76
8 Transmission range selection 62
9 Automatic transmission program
display 62
10 Display for
> Outside temperature 75
> Clock 75
> Indicator and warning lamps 80
11 Computer with fuel gauge 76
12 Fog lamps 101
Indicator and warning lamps
The concept
Indicator and warning lamps can light up in dif-
ferent combinations and in different colors in
the display area 1 and in the display 2.
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When the engine is started or the ignition is
switched on, some lamps are checked for
proper operation and light up briefly in the pro-
cess.
Explanatory text messages
Text messages on Info Display explain the
meaning of the indicating and warning lamps
shown.
You can view additional information, e.g.
regarding the cause of a malfunction and the
corresponding action to take, in the Check Con-
trol, refer to page 80.
When the situation is urgent, this information is
displayed immediately when the associated
lamps light up.
Indicator lamps without text messages
The following indicator lamps in the display
area 1 indicate that certain functions are active:
Turn signals 65
With parking brake released 59
With parking brake set 59
Warning lamp on Canadian models
Front fog lamps 101
DTC Dynamic Traction Control 88
High beams/headlamp flasher 100
High-beam assistant
*
DSC Dynamic Stability Control,
flashes 88
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1 Glass sunroof, electric
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41
2 Memory buttons for integrated universal
remote control
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111
3 Reading lamps 102
4 Interior lamps 102
5 Passenger airbag status lamp 95
6 Initiating an emergency call 178
7 Control Display 16
8 Temperature, left side of passenger
compartment: turn,
maximum cooling: press 106
9 Air volume, left side of passenger compart-
ment: turn 106
Defrosting windows and removing conden-
sation: press 106
10 Hazard warning flashers
11 Air volume, right side of passenger
compartment 106
12 Temperature, right side of passenger
compartment: rotate,
residual heat: press 106
13 Rear window defroster
14 Air conditioner mode 107
15 Opening the glove compartment
16 Automatic air distribution and airflow as
well as intensity of the AUTO program,
right side of passenger compartment 104
17 Starting scan
> for stations 152
> for tracks 152
18 Central locking system 34
19 Selecting AM or FM waveband
20 Selecting radio, CD player, and CD changer
21 Controller 16
22 button and programmable
button 16
23 Snap-in adapter 179
24 Seat adjustment 44
25 Glasses compartment 115
26 Storage compartments 115
27 Switching audio sources on/off and
adjusting volume 153
28 Retracting telephone keypad 177
29 Automatic air distribution and airflow as
well as intensity of the AUTO program,
left side of passenger compartment 104
30 Outside air/AUC Automatic recirculated-air
control/recirculated air 105
31 Switching off automatic climate
control 105
Heated seats
*
49
Active seat ventilation
*
50
Active seat for driver
*
50
Seat, mirror and steering wheel
memory 46
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iDrive
iDrive combines the functions of a multitude of
switches. This allows these functions to be
operated from a central position. The following
introduction illustrates how easy iDrive is to
use. The control of individual functions is
described in connection with the relevant
equipment.
Controls
1 Control Display
2 Programmable button 52
3 button
Opening start menu
4 Controller
With the controller you can select menu
items and make settings:
> move in four directions, arrows 5
> turn, arrow 6
> press, arrow 7
To avoid becoming distracted and posing
an unnecessary hazard, both to your own
vehicle's occupants and to other road users:
never attempt to use the controls or make
entries unless traffic and road conditions
allow.<
Switching Control Display off/on
1. Press the button to open the start
menu.
2. Press the controller.
Press the controller again to switch the screen
back on.
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Menus on Control Display
You can select from an extended range of func-
tions and setting options:
1 BMW Assist
*
186
2 Communication
> Using the phone 182
3 Car Data
> Computer 76
> Trip computer 82
> Speed limit 82
> Stopwatch 83
> Assistance window
for onboard
data 83
> Service required 78
> Check Control messages 80
> Engine oil level 202
4 Navigation
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130
> Destination input 131
> Route guidance 143
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5 Help
> Brief help text displays 20
> Menu name for menu change 19
6 Entertainment
> Radio 155
> CD player
*
162
> CD changer
*
164
> DVD changer
*
168
It is only possible to play a DVD on the
rear seat screen, refer to Rear seat
screen
*
on page 21.<
7 Settings
> Parking brake 58
> PDC Park Distance Control 86
> EDC Electronic Damping Control 89
> Programmable buttons 52
> FTM Flat Tire Monitor
*
90
> TPM Tire Pressure Monitor
*
91
> Time and date 84
> Language 84
> Units of measure and display format 84
> Brightness 85
> Rear seat screen
*
21
8 Climate
> Intensity of AUTO program 104
> Air volume 106
> Heated seats
*
49
> Parked car ventilation 109
> Extra, e.g. rear air conditioner 108
Basic operation
Once the radio ready position is reached, the
following message appears on the Control Dis-
play:
To clear the message:
Press the controller.
This displays the start menu.
The message automatically disappears after
approx. 25 seconds.
Start menu
You can access all functions of iDrive via eight
menu items.
Opening start menu
Press the button.
Opening the start menu from a menu:
> Move the controller toward the currently
active menu.
> Move the controller twice in one direction.
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Selecting menu
From the start menu, eight menus can be
accessed by moving the controller in the appro-
priate directions.
In a menu, you can change directly into a
new menu by moving in the correspond-
ing direction, without having to open the start
menu first.
Moving in the direction that corresponds to the
last menu used brings you back to the last item
used in this menu.<
Selecting menu items
To edit a function, you must select the corre-
sponding menu item. Menu items shown in
white can be selected.
Turn the controller
The highlight moves.
To change between the menu
items on the left and right side of
the Control Display, continue to turn the con-
troller at the beginning or end of a list. The high-
light moves to the other side of the Control Dis-
play.
Activating menu item
Press the controller.
Changing settings
1. Turn the controller to change the setting.
2. Press the controller to adopt the setting.
Displaying and hiding menu name
You can program the system to display the
menu name each time you proceed to a new
menu.
1. Press the button to open the start
menu.
2. Move the controller toward "Help".
3. Select "Menu name" and press the control-
ler.
The symbol indicates the menu that is cur-
rently activated. The menu name is displayed.
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Symbols
Some functions and information are displayed
in the form of symbols:
The function is switched on
Back.
The function is switched on
"Split": to show the current display in
the assistance window.
Assistance window
Additional information can be displayed in the
assistance window:
> Short help and supplementary information
texts about selected menu items.
> A function selected from the "Car Data"
menu, refer to page 83.
> The route with a navigation system, refer to
page 130.
Showing/hiding help texts
You can display help texts and supplementary
information on selected menu items in the
assistance window.
1. Press the button to open the start
menu.
2. Move the controller toward "Help".
3. Select "Help text" and press the controller.
The symbol indicates the menu that is cur-
rently activated. The help texts are displayed in
the assistance window.
Top and bottom status lines
1 Hands-free mode active
2 Display field for missed calls
3 Reception strength of mobile phone
network
4 Display field
> name of mobile phone logged on
> of the entered/dialed phone number
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5 Telephone status
> Green, yellow and red flashing:
Linking of a mobile phone.
> Green:
Incoming or outgoing call.
> Red:
No network available.
> Yellow:
The network of another provider is being
used, partner network.
> Flashing yellow:
The network of another provider is being
used, external network.
Roaming in a partner or external net-
work incurs higher call charges than
in your home network.<
6 Display of Check Control 81
> You can use the "Car Data" menu to dis-
play the message on the Control Dis-
play.
Status service requirement display 78
> Red:
At least one service interval has been
exceeded.
7 Display of temperature selection and inten-
sity of the AUTO program, right side of pas-
senger compartment
8 Air volume, right side of passenger com-
partment
9 Entertainment
Display for radio, CD, and DVD
With compressed audio files, the informa-
tion about the track is displayed 166
10 Air volume, left side of passenger compart-
ment
11 Display of temperature selection and inten-
sity of the AUTO program, left side of pas-
senger compartment
Assistance window*
The status lines in the assistance window show
the following:
> Outside temperature
> Navigation system destination
> Time
> Date
Rear seat screen*
Some of the functions of iDrive can also be
operated via the rear seat screen. Certain func-
tions are only available via iDrive. These func-
tions can only be operated to a limited degree
on the rear screen, e.g. the speed limit can only
be displayed. The settings are made via iDrive.
Deploying rear seat screen
1. Swing pivoting arm upward until it engages.
2. Fold rear seat screen upward.
The rear seat screen is ready for operation.
Stowing rear seat screen
1. Align rear seat screen so that it is straight.
2. Fold rear seat screen downward until pivot-
ing arm unlocks.
Pivoting arm swings downward.
The rear seat screen is switched off.
Pivot the rear seat screen completely
downward when the ski bag is being
used; otherwise, it could be damaged.
Do not pivot the rear seat screen up or down
with the cup holders open; otherwise, it could
be damaged.<
Switching off rear seat screen
1. Press the button to open the start
menu.
2. Press the controller.
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Press the controller again to switch the screen
back on.
Controller/buttons
The controller and buttons are located on the
center armrest.
Rear lock
The available functions are operated with the
respective controller.
Via iDrive you can limit the operation in the rear
or switch off the rear seat screen.
iDrive, for principle details, refer to page 16.
1. Press the button to open the start
menu.
2. Move the controller toward "Settings".
3. Select "Rear" and press the controller.
4. Select "Unlock" and press the controller
repeatedly until the desired enabling of the
rear iDrive is set.
> "menu"
You can switch the offered menus on or off
by turning and pressing the controller.
The symbol indicates the menus that
are currently activated.
> "None"
Switches the rear screen off.
> "Full"
Releases all function locks.
> "Limited"
You disable the functions that are used on
the front Control Display.
Headphones
1 Headphone jack
2 Adjusting volume
3 Station scan/track search
> Station scan
> Search track for CD, search chapter for
DVD changer
With headphones connected, the sound
output for the Control Display and the rear
seat screen are played back separately. For
example, a radio station can be listened to while
a DVD is being played in the rear.<
Headphones are only intended for passengers
in the rear seats. Please check with local regu-
lations regarding use of headphones.
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Voice command system
The concept
The voice command system allows you to con-
trol operation of various vehicle systems with-
out ever removing your hands from the steering
wheel. The system operates on the basis of
voice commands that you will learn easily after
using them a few times. In many cases, the
voice command system assists you with
announcements or questions while you are
making your entries.
The voice command system transforms your
oral commands and dialog answers into control
signals for the selected systems.
Please take the time to acquaint yourself
with how a particular system operates
before proceeding to control it using the voice
command system.<
Note
Use iDrive to set the language that will be used
for the voice command system in order to be
able to identify the commands to be spoken.
Setting the language of iDrive, refer to page 84.
Symbols used
{...} Verbal instructions to use with the voice
command system.
{{...}} Identifies the answers generated by the
voice command system.
Systems available for use with voice
command
> {Navigation}, refer to page 130
> {Radio}, refer to page 155
> {Telephone}, refer to page 182
> {CD}, refer to page 162
> {CD changer}, refer to page 164
> {Notepad}, refer to page 25
> {DVD}, refer to page 168
The Info Display, refer to page 24, will display
either the equipment that you are now operat-
ing or any current error messages.
Voice commands
Voice command system activation
Briefly press the button on the steering
wheel.
An acoustic signal and the display "SVS active"
on the Info Display, refer to page 24, indicate
that the system is ready for operation. The sys-
tem automatically starts in the main menu.
From here, you can call up all the equipment
that can be operated.
Canceling voice command
Briefly press the button on the steering
wheel
or
In dialogs in which any text can be spoken, e.g.
names, notes, canceling is only possible using
the button.
The system automatically switches over
to its telephone mode if you receive a call
during voice input. "SVS active" appears on the
Info Display, refer to page 24.<
Voice commands
The voice command system operates on the
basis of specific, predefined commands; these
commands should be spoken precisely as indi-
cated. You can have the possible commands
read back at any stage. To do so, say the com-
mand {Options}.
In addition to the commands described, there
are often other commands that run the same
function. Instead of {Options}, you can, for
example, also say {What now}. In addition,
*
These sections contain information on
using the voice command system.
{Cancel}.
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numerous options are often available, such as
{Scale 100 miles} instead of {Scale}.
Short commands
In the {Main menu} level, you can run certain
functions directly with brief commands, refer to
page 222, without having to open an equipment
level first.
For example, if you want to dial a phone num-
ber, you do not have to say
instead, you can just say
Representation in Owner's Manual
Special commands are available for specific
systems. In this Owner's Manual you will find
these commands in the sections describing the
individual systems.
Displays on Info Display
The Info Display shows you what the voice
command system has understood in line 2,
while also indicating which voice command or
question is currently active in line 1.
In addition, any error messages are also dis-
played.
Changing map scale for navigation: an example
Starting the dialog
Briefly press the button on the steering
wheel.
{Telephone}
1. {Dial number}.
2. Enter the phone number.
Operation with the voice command system
is always indicated with this symbol.
You say The voice command system replies Shown on Info Display
"SVS active"
{Change scale}{{Please enter the desired scale}} "scale?
change scale"
{Scale 400 feet} "ok
400 ft"
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Volume adjustment
You can adjust the volume for the instructions
from the voice command system:
Turn the knob during an instruction/announce-
ment to select the desired volume.
Instructions/announcements from the voice
command system will continue at this volume
level, even if the other audio sources are set to
minimum volume.
The volume setting is stored for the remote
control currently in use.
Notes
Do not use the voice command system to
make emergency calls. Your voice and
habitual tone could be affected by stressful sit-
uations, as a result of which the process of
establishing the telephone connection could be
unnecessarily delayed. Instead, use the emer-
gency call button near the interior rearview mir-
ror, refer to page 178.<
Environmental conditions
The voice command system uses a special
hands-free microphone located in the front of
your vehicle's headliner. Although the system is
designed to filter out ambient noise, you can
help ensure that your commands will be under-
stood by observing the following instructions:
> Speak smoothly and clearly, at a normal vol-
ume. Avoid excessive emphasis and
pauses.
> Do not speak while the voice command sys-
tem is itself speaking.
> Keep the doors, windows and glass sunroof
closed to prevent interference from ambi-
ent noise.
> Avoid other sources of noise in the vehicle
while speaking, and ask other vehicle occu-
pants to refrain from talking while you are
using the system.
> The hands-free microphone is aimed
toward the driver. This means that the sys-
tem might not be able to register the voices
of other vehicle occupants properly.
The notepad
Recording a note
You can store roughly ten minutes of spoken
text, either as a single entry or as multiple
entries of any desired length.
To stop recording:
Maintain pressure on the button for several
seconds.
When recording a note, the voice com-
mand system does not hear the com-
mand {Cancel} or {Exit}. The text checking
function for command words is deactivated in
this case so that you can speak any desired text
for your notes. This feature saves you from hav-
ing to concentrate on avoiding any command
words.<
Listening to a notepad entry
To listen to recorded notepad entries:
{Record note}.
1. {Read out}.
Approximately the first 3 seconds of
the first note are read aloud.
2. After the request {{Record note, read
out note, delete note.}} select the
desired function.
> To listen to the entire note:
{Read out}.
> To listen to the next note: {Next}.
> To listen to the note again:
{Back} or {Repeat}.
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Deleting notes
Clearing notepad
To delete all contents from the notepad:
Standard commands
The standard commands available for use with
all controlled systems are the same.
On delivery, the {Standard dialog} is set
so as to simplify familiarization with the
voice command system.<
1. {Edit}.
2. {Delete}.
1. {Notepad}.
2. {Delete}.
Function Command
To repeat last message issued by the voice com-
mand system
{Repeat}
To switch off the voice command system {Cancel}
To set comprehensive instructions and error
reports
{Standard dialog}
To set brief instructions and error reports {Short dialog}
To call up information on individual items of equip-
ment
{Help}
To have the system read aloud a list of the com-
mands available for the selected system. This list
simultaneously appears on the Info Display, refer
to page 24
{Options}
To open the main menu {Main menu}
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Controls
This chapter is intended to provide you with
information for complete control of your vehicle.
Its extensive array of features and accessories,
provided both for driving and for your own safety,
comfort and convenience, are described here.
Controls
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Opening and closing
Remote control/key
1 Remote control with integrated key
2 Spare key
3 Adapter for spare key, in onboard tool kit,
refer to page 207
Remote control with integrated key
Each remote control contains a battery which is
automatically charged in the ignition lock while
driving. Drive a longer distance with each
remote control at least twice a year to keep the
battery charged. For Comfort Access
*
, the
remote control contains a replaceable battery,
refer to page 39.
Depending on which remote control is detected
by the vehicle during unlocking, different set-
tings are called up and carried out in the vehicle,
refer to Key Memory on page 31.
Information on the required maintenance is also
stored in the remote control, refer to CBS Con-
dition Based Service, page 205.
Integrated key
Press button 1 to release the key.
You can use the integrated key to lock and
unlock the following:
> the storage compartment under the front
armrest
> the driver's door
> the luggage compartment lid
Inside the storage compartment, you will also
find the switch for locking the luggage compart-
ment lid separately, refer to page 35.
If you then lock the storage compartment under
the center armrest, refer to page 114, and hand
over only the remote control, this will prevent
unauthorized access to the vehicle through the
luggage compartment lid. This is an advantage
in a hotel, for example.
New remote controls
New remote controls, additional or when lost,
can be obtained from your BMW center.
Spare key
Store the spare key in a safe place such as your
wallet. This key is not intended for constant
use.
The spare key and integrated key fit the same
locks.
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Adapter for spare key
You will need the adapter to activate the ignition
and to start the vehicle with the spare key.
Take the adapter from the onboard tool kit, refer
to page 207.
Press lock button 1, slide the cover open and
insert the spare key 2 into the adapter. Close
the cover and insert the adapter in the ignition
lock.
Key Memory
The concept
You can set a number of functions of your BMW
individually according to your preferences. Key
Memory ensures that most of these settings are
stored for the remote control currently in use
without you having to do anything. When the
vehicle is unlocked, the corresponding remote
control is detected and the settings stored for it
are called up and carried out.
This means that your BMW will return to your
personal settings even if it has in the meantime
been driven by another person with his/her own
remote control and settings. The individual set-
tings are stored for a maximum of four remote
controls.
Key Memory
> Personal settings for driver's seat, outside
rearview mirrors, and steering wheel posi-
tion, refer to page 46.
> Personal temperature distribution for seat
heating
*
, refer to page 49.
> Personal setting for the programmable but-
ton on the steering wheel, refer to page 52.
> Personal setting of PDC Park Distance
Control
*
, refer to page 86.
> Air distribution, temperature, and intensity
of the Automatic climate control, refer to
page 105.
> Settings for the displays on the Control Dis-
play:
> Units of measure for fuel consumption,
distance traveled, distances to go, tem-
perature, and pressure, refer to page 84.
> Language on Control Display, refer to
page 84.
> Display format of date and time, refer to
page 84.
> Brightness of Control Display, refer to
page 85.
> Personal settings for volume and tone of
the Entertainment sound output, refer to
page 153.
> Personal settings for the stored stations of
the radio, refer to page 158.
> Personal setting for the volume of the
hands-free telephone operation, refer to
page 177.
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Central locking system
The concept
The central locking system is ready for opera-
tion whenever the driver's door is closed. This
simultaneously engages and releases the locks
on the following:
> Doors
> Luggage compartment lid
> Fuel filler door
The central locking system can be operated
from the outside:
> via the remote control
> via the driver's door lock
> with Comfort Access
*
via the door handles
and from inside via the button for the central
locking system.
When the system is locked from inside, the fuel
filler door remains unlocked. Refer to page 34.
Each time the central locking system is locked
or unlocked from outside the vehicle, this simul-
taneously engages or disengages the anti-theft
system. The alarm system is also armed or dis-
armed. The remote control also switches the
interior lamps on and off.
For additional details on alarm system
refer to
page 37.
In an accident of corresponding severity, the
central locking system automatically unlocks
the vehicle. In addition, the hazard warning
flashers and interior lamps switch on.
Opening and closing: from
outside
Using remote control
Because any persons or animals left unat-
tended in a parked vehicle could lock the
doors from the inside, you should always keep
the remote control with you; this precaution
ensures that you will remain able to unlock the
vehicle from the outside at all times.<
1 Unlocking, comfort opening, and deactivat-
ing alarm system
2 Locking and securing, arming alarm sys-
tem, switching off tilt alarm sensor and inte-
rior motion sensor, switching on interior
lamps and perimeter lighting
3 Opening luggage compartment lid
4 Switching on interior lamps and pathway
lighting, activating panic mode
*
. You can
find details about home lighting on page 99.
If it is no longer possible to lock the vehi-
cle with a remote control, its battery is
discharged. Use this remote control during an
extended drive; this will recharge the battery,
refer to page 30.
In the event of malfunctions, please contact
your BMW center. which is also your source for
replacement keys.<
Unlocking
1. Press the button. The hazard warning
flashers blink twice.
Driver's door and fuel filler door are
unlocked.
2. Press the button again.
All other doors and the luggage compart-
ment lid are unlocked.
The interior lamps and the door-mounted
perimeter lamps come on.
Comfort opening
Press the button longer. The windows and
the glass sunroof open. The glass sunroof will
not move if it is already in its raised position.
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Engaging locks
Press the button. The hazard warning
flashers blink once.
Switching on interior lamps and
perimeter lighting
Press the button if the vehicle is
locked.
Switching on interior lamps
Press the button.
You can also use this function to locate your
vehicle in parking garages etc.
Panic mode*
You can also trigger the alarm system in case of
danger:
Press the button for at least 3 seconds.
To deactivate the alarm: press any button
Opening luggage compartment lid
Press the button for approx. one second.
The luggage compartment lid opens, regard-
less of whether it was previously locked or
unlocked.
During opening, the luggage compart-
ment lid pivots back and up. Ensure that
adequate clearance is available before opening.
To avoid being inadvertently locked out, never
set the remote control down in the luggage
compartment. A previously locked luggage
compartment lid is also locked again after clos-
ing.<
Automatic luggage compartment lid
operation*
Opening luggage compartment lid
Press the button for approx. one second.
The luggage compartment lid opens all the way,
regardless of whether it was previously locked
or unlocked.
To interrupt the opening process:
Press the button again while opening is in
progress.
During opening, the luggage compart-
ment lid pivots back and up. Ensure that
adequate clearance is available before opening.
To avoid being inadvertently locked out, never
set the remote control down in the luggage
compartment. A previously locked luggage
compartment lid is also locked again after clos-
ing.<
Malfunction
Local radio waves can cause the remote control
to malfunction.
Should the remote control fail to operate owing
to interference of this kind, the vehicle can be
opened and closed via the door lock with a key.
If it is no longer possible to lock the vehicle with
a remote control, then its battery is discharged.
Use this remote control during an extended
drive; this will recharge the battery, refer to
page 30.
For US owners only
The transmitter and receiver units comply with
part 15 of the FCC/Federal Communication
Commission regulations. Operation is gov-
erned by the following:
FCC ID:
> LX8766S
> LX8766E
> LX8CAS
> LX8CAS2
Compliance statement:
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC
Rules. Operation is subject to the following two
conditions:
> This device may not cause harmful interfer-
ence, and
> this device must accept any interference
received, including interference that may
cause undesired operation.
Any unauthorized modifications or
changes to these devices could void the
user's authority to operate this equipment.<
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Using key
1. Turn key.
Driver's door and fuel filler door are
unlocked.
2. Turn key again.
All other doors and the luggage compart-
ment lid are unlocked.
Convenience operation
You also have the option of operating the win-
dows and the glass sunroof from the driver's
door lock.
> To open:
With the door closed, turn the key to the
Unlock position and hold it there.
> To close:
With the door closed, turn the key to the
Lock position and hold it there.
Watch during the closing process to
be sure that no one is injured. Releas-
ing the key stops the operation.<
Manual operation
If an electrical malfunction occurs, you can
unlock or lock the driver's door with the key in
the end positions of the door lock.
Opening and closing: from
inside
When the front doors are closed, use this but-
ton to unlock the doors and luggage compart-
ment lid or to lock them without arming their
anti-theft sensors. The fuel filler door remains
unlocked.
If the remote control, refer to page 32, or
Comfort Access, refer to page 38, have
been used to unlock only the driver's door and
you press the button, then all of the other
doors, the luggage compartment lid, and the
fuel filler door are unlocked.
A closed driver's door is locked when is
pressed.<
Unlocking and opening doors
> Either unlock the doors together with the
button for the central locking system and
then pull the release handle above the arm-
rest
> or pull the release handle for each door
twice: the first pull unlocks the door, and the
second one opens it.
When the low beams are switched on, the
interior door handles are also lighted. The
intensity of the lighting is adjusted using the
instrument lighting control, refer to page 101.<
Engaging locks
> Use the central locking button to lock all of
the doors simultaneously
> or press down the individual lock buttons of
the doors
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To prevent the driver from being inadvertently
locked out of the vehicle, the lock button on the
driver's door automatically extends again after a
brief period if the door remains open.
Because any persons or animals left unat-
tended in a parked vehicle could lock the
doors from the inside, you should always keep
the remote control with you; this precaution
ensures that you will remain able to unlock the
vehicle from the outside at all times.<
Doors
Automatic soft closing*
Apply gentle pressure to the door to close it.
The closing process will then be carried out
automatically.
To avoid injuries, ensure that the door's
travel path is completely free and clear
before closing.<
Luggage compartment lid
Opening from outside
Press the button on the luggage compartment
lid or the button on the remote control for
approx. 1 second: the luggage compartment lid
opens.
During opening, the luggage compart-
ment lid pivots back and up. Ensure that
adequate clearance is available before open-
ing.<
The lock
All of the vehicle's keys fit the luggage compart-
ment lid lock located in the license plate recess.
Opening separately
Insert the key in the luggage compartment lid's
lock and turn it all the way to the right – the lid
opens.
To avoid being locked out inadvertently,
avoid setting the remote control down in
the luggage compartment. The luggage com-
partment is locked again as soon as you close
the lid.
If you use the lock to unlock the luggage com-
partment lid while the alarm system is armed,
the alarm will be triggered. To avoid this, you
should unlock the vehicle first. If the alarm has
been triggered accidentally, switch off the
alarm, refer to page 37.<
Locking separately
The location of the switch varies, depending on
the individual vehicle's equipment.
1 Luggage compartment lid locked
2 Luggage compartment lid unlocked
Push the switch into position 1. This locks the
luggage compartment lid and disconnects it
from the central locking system.
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If you then lock the storage compartment under
the front center armrest, refer to page 114, and
only hand over the remote control without the
key, refer to page 30, for example when leaving
the vehicle for valet parking, etc., this will pre-
vent unauthorized access to the vehicle
through the luggage compartment lid. This is an
advantage in a hotel, for example.
Manual operation
If an electrical malfunction occurs, refer to
Opening separately on page 35.
Opening from inside
You can use this button to open the luggage
compartment lid when the vehicle is stationary.
This is not possible if the luggage compartment
lid has been locked separately.
Closing
A recess has been incorporated into the inside
trim on the luggage compartment lid to make it
easier to pull down.
Automatic soft closing
Apply gentle pressure to the luggage compart-
ment lid to close it. The closing process will
then be carried out automatically.
Make sure that the closing path of the
luggage compartment lid is clear; other-
wise, injuries may result.<
Automatic luggage compartment lid
operation*
Opening
The luggage compartment lid opens com-
pletely when you:
> Press the button next to the steering col-
umn.
> Press the button on the outside of the lug-
gage compartment lid, refer to page 35.
> Press the button on the remote control,
refer to page 33.
During opening, the luggage compart-
ment lid pivots back and up. Ensure that
adequate clearance is available before open-
ing.<
Closing
The luggage compartment lid closes automati-
cally when you:
> Press the button.
> Press the button on the outside of the lug-
gage compartment lid, refer to page 35.
The luggage compartment lid immedi-
ately stops opening or closing if you hold
it in place by hand.<
Make sure that the closing path of the
luggage compartment lid is clear; other-
wise, injuries may result.<
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Manual operation
In the case of an electrical malfunction, you can
unlock the luggage compartment lid with the
key, refer to page 35, and slowly open and close
it without sudden movements.
Emergency release
Pull lever in luggage compartment. This
unlocks the luggage compartment lid.
Alarm system
The concept
The vehicle alarm system responds to:
> opening of a door, the hood or the luggage
compartment lid
> movement in the vehicle interior: interior
motion sensor, refer to page 38
> changes in the vehicle's tilt if someone
attempts to steal the wheels or tow the
vehicle
> interruptions in battery voltage
The alarm system briefly indicates unautho-
rized tampering:
> with an acoustic alarm
> by switching on
the hazard warning flashers
> by flashing the high beams
Arming and disarming alarm system
When you lock or unlock the vehicle, either with
the remote control or at the door lock, the alarm
system is armed or disarmed at the same time.
When the alarm system is armed, you can also
open the luggage compartment lid with the
button on the remote control, refer to
page 33. When the luggage compartment lid is
closed, it is relocked and monitored again.
Unlocking via the door lock will trigger the
alarm on some national-market versions.
Pressing the 'Panic mode' button for a longer
period also triggers the alarm, refer to
page 33.<
Switching off alarm
> Unlock the vehicle using the remote control,
refer to page 32.
> Insert the remote control into the ignition
lock
Indicator lamp displays
> The indicator lamp below the interior rear-
view mirror flashes continuously: the sys-
tem is armed.
> The indicator lamp flashes after the vehicle
is locked: the doors or luggage compart-
ment lid are not properly closed. Even if you
do not close the door involved, the system
begins to monitor the remaining areas, and
the indicator lamp flashes continuously
after 10 seconds. However, the interior
motion sensor is not activated.
> After the vehicle is unlocked, the indicator
lamp goes out: no manipulation or
attempted intrusions have been detected in
the period since the system was armed.
> After the vehicle is unlocked, the indicator
lamp flashes until the remote control is
inserted into the ignition lock, but for no
more than roughly 5 minutes: an attempted
entry has been detected in the period since
the system was armed.
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Tilt alarm sensor
The tilt of the vehicle is monitored. The alarm
system reacts, e.g. in case of an attempted
wheel theft or towing.
Interior motion sensor
In order for the interior motion sensor to func-
tion properly, the windows and glass sunroof
must be completely closed.
Avoiding unintentional alarms
The tilt alarm sensor and interior motion sensor
may be switched off at the same time. This pre-
vents unintentional alarms, e.g. in the following
situations:
> In duplex garages
> When transporting on car-carrying trains
> When animals are to remain in the vehicle
Switching off tilt alarm sensor and
interior motion sensor
Press the button on the remote control
again as soon as the vehicle is locked.
The indicator lamp lights up briefly and then
flashes continuously. The tilt alarm sensor and
the interior motion sensor are switched off until
the next time the vehicle is unlocked and subse-
quently locked again.
Comfort Access*
With Comfort Access, you can have access to
your vehicle without having to hold the remote
control in your hand. It is sufficient to carry the
remote control on your person, e.g. in a jacket
pocket. The vehicle automatically detects the
associated remote control in the immediate
vicinity or in the passenger compartment.
Comfort Access supports the following func-
tions:
> Locking/unlocking the vehicle
> Unlocking the luggage compartment lid
separately
> Starting the engine
Functional requirements
> The vehicle can only be locked if the remote
control is outside the vehicle.
> The next unlocking and locking cycle is not
possible until after approx. 2 seconds.
> The engine can only be started if the remote
control is inside the vehicle.
Comparison to conventional remote
control
You can control the functions mentioned previ-
ously with the Comfort Access or by pressing
the buttons on the remote control. Therefore
please first familiarize yourself with the instruc-
tions for opening and closing, starting on
page 32.
The specific features involved in the use of
Comfort Access are described below.
If a short delay occurs when opening or
closing the windows and the glass sun-
roof, then this indicates that the system is
checking whether a remote control is located in
the vehicle. Please repeat opening or closing if
necessary.<
Unlocking
Pull a door handle. This corresponds to press-
ing the button.
Only the door of the door handle you have
pulled is unlocked.
You unlock the other doors from the inside,
using the central locking system button, refer to
page 34.<
Engaging locks
Push a door handle. This corresponds to press-
ing the button.
Before locking, make sure that the igni-
tion and all current-consuming devices
are switched off in order to minimized the drain
on the battery.<
If a remote control is detected in the inte-
rior, the vehicle is unlocked again or not
locked in the first place.<
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Unlocking luggage compartment lid
separately
Press the button on the outside of the trunk lid,
refer to page 35. This corresponds to pressing
the button.
If a remote control accidentally left in the
luggage compartment is detected in the
locked vehicle, the luggage compartment lid
opens again.<
Radio ready state
By briefly pressing the Start/Stop button, you
switch on the radio ready state, refer to
page 57.
When doing so, do not depress the brake
pedal; otherwise, the engine will start.<
Starting engine
You can start the engine or switch on the igni-
tion, as long as a remote control is in the pas-
senger compartment. The remote does not
have to be inserted into the ignition lock, refer to
page 57.
Before driving into a car wash
1. Insert remote control into ignition lock.
2. Shift transmission into position N.
3. Switch engine off.
4. Leave the remote control in the ignition
lock.
The vehicle can roll.
Malfunction
Local radio waves can disrupt the function of
Comfort Access. Should the remote control fail
to operate owing to interference of this kind,
you can respond by using the buttons on the
remote control or by using a key to unlock or
lock your vehicle at one of the doors. To start
the engine after this, insert the remote control
into the ignition lock.
Changing battery
The remote control for Comfort Access con-
tains a battery that must be replaced when it
becomes discharged.
1. Remove the integrated key from the remote
control, refer to page 30.
2. Press in the detent catch, refer to arrow 1,
e.g. with the key.
3. Remove the cover of the battery compart-
ment, refer to arrow 2.
4. Insert a battery of the same type with the
positive side facing upwards.
5. Press the cover to close it.
Return used battery to a recycling collec-
tion point or to your BMW center.<
Windows
To prevent bodily injuries, watch the win-
dow as it closes. Always take along the
remote control when you leave the vehicle; oth-
erwise, children could, for example, operate the
windows and injure themselves.<
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Opening and closing windows
With the ignition lock in radio ready state or
higher, refer to page 57:
> Press the switch down to the resistance
point:
The window continues to open as long as
you continue to hold the switch.
> Briefly press the switch beyond the resis-
tance point:
The window opens automatically. Briefly
press the switch again to stop the opening
movement.
You can close the windows in the same manner
by pulling the switch.
After switching off ignition
You can still operate the power windows:
> For an extended period in radio ready state.
> For approx. 1 minute when the ignition is
switched off or with the remote control dis-
engaged.
To open, press the switch beyond the resis-
tance point.
Pinch protection system
If the force rises beyond a predefined threshold
while a window is being closed, then the system
will immediately stop the closing movement
and open the window again slightly.
Despite the presence of the pinch protec-
tion system, make sure to inspect the
window's travel path prior to closing it, as the
safety system might fail to detect certain kinds
of obstructions, such as very thin objects, and
the window would continue closing.
The protection provided by the pinch protec-
tion system is limited when the switch is pulled
beyond the resistance point and held. Under
these circumstances, if the closing force
exceeds a defined threshold, then the window
opens only slightly.
If you pull the switch again beyond the resis-
tance point and hold it in position, within a
period of approx. 4 seconds, the pinch protec-
tion system will be deactivated.
Do not install any accessories in the range of
movement of the windows; otherwise, the pinch
protection system will be impaired.<
When you close the windows they will
slow down as they approach the end of
their travel; this is to allow the pinch protection
system to respond more precisely to any
obstructions encountered in this critical
range.<
Safety switch
With the safety switch, you can prevent the rear
windows from being opened or closed via the
switches in the rear passenger area, by chil-
dren, for example.
The same is true for:
> the adjustment of the electrical rear seats,
refer to page 45
> the adjustment of the electrical head
restraints in the rear, refer to page 47
> the operation of the roller sun blind from the
rear, refer to page 112
The LED lights up when this safety feature is
activated.
Press the safety switch when children
ride in the rear; otherwise, unsupervised
closing of the windows could lead to injuries.<
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In order to deactivate the function again,
you must insert the remote control into
the ignition lock or, with Comfort Access, you
must switch into radio ready state.<
Glass sunroof, electric*
The glass sunroof is ready for operation with
the ignition switched on, refer to page 57.
To prevent bodily injuries, watch the
glass sunroof as it closes.
Always take along the remote control when you
leave the vehicle; otherwise, children could, for
example, operate the roof and injure them-
selves.<
Raising
Press the switch.
> The closed glass sunroof is raised and the
sliding visor opens slightly.
> An open glass sunroof automatically moves
into the raised position. The sliding visor
remains completely open.
Do not use force to close the sliding visor
when the sunroof is in its raised position,
as this could damage the mechanism.<
Opening, closing
> Slide switch back to the resistance point.
The glass sunroof and the sliding visor con-
tinue to open together for as long as you
maintain pressure on the switch.
> Press the switch back past the resistance
point.
The glass sunroof and the sliding visor open
automatically. Briefly press the switch again
to stop the opening movement.
Close the glass sunroof in the same way by slid-
ing the switch toward the front. The sliding visor
remains open and can be closed by hand.
Automatic opening and closing
Briefly press the switch beyond the resistance
point and then release it.
The following movements are also automated:
> With the sunroof open, briefly press the
switch in the raising direction: the sunroof is
completely raised.
> With the sunroof raised, briefly press the
switch in the opening direction: the sunroof
is opened completely.
Briefly pressing the switch again stops the
movement.
Pinch protection system
If the glass sunroof meets with resistance dur-
ing closing after approximately the middle of the
roof opening or when closing from the raised
position, then the closing operation is inter-
rupted and the glass sunroof opens again
somewhat.
Despite the presence of the pinch protec-
tion system, inspect the sunroof's travel
path prior to closing it, as the safety system
might fail to detect certain kinds of obstruc-
tions, such as very thin objects, and the sunroof
would continue closing.
The protection provided by the pinch protec-
tion system is deactivated when the switch is
pressed beyond the resistance point and
held.<
Following interruptions in electrical
power supply
After an interruption in the power supply, it may
only be possible to raise the sunroof. The sys-
tem must be initialized. BMW recommends
having this work carried out by your BMW cen-
ter.
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Moving manually
In the event of an electrical malfunction, you can
move the glass sunroof manually:
1. Take out the interior lamp, reach behind the
opening, press out the cover.
2. Insert the Allen wrench supplied with the
onboard tool kit, refer to page 207, into the
opening provided. Turn to slide the glass
sunroof in the desired direction.
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Sitting safely
The ideal sitting position can make a vital con-
tribution to relaxed driving that is as fatigue-free
as possible. Together with the safety belts and
airbags, the sitting position plays an important
role in the event of an accident. To ensure that
the safety systems operate with optimized effi-
ciency, we strongly urge you to follow the
instructions contained in the section below.
For additional information on transporting chil-
dren safely, refer to page 54.
Airbags
Always maintain an adequate distance
between yourself and the airbags. Always
hold the steering wheel by its rim with hands at
the 9 o'clock and 3 o'clock positions, to mini-
mize the risk of injuries to your hands and arms
in the event of airbag deployment. No one and
nothing is to come between the airbags and the
seat occupant.
Do not use the cover of the front airbag on the
front passenger side as a storage area. Make
sure that the front passenger is sitting correctly
and does not rest feet or legs on the instrument
panel; otherwise, leg injuries can occur if the
front airbag is triggered. Make sure that occu-
pants do not rest their head against the side or
head airbag; otherwise, injuries can occur if the
airbags are triggered.<
Even if you adhere to all of the instructions, inju-
ries resulting from contact with airbags cannot
be entirely ruled out, depending on the circum-
stances. The ignition and inflation noise may
provoke a mild – usually temporary – hearing
loss in extremely sensitive individuals.
For airbag locations and additional information
on airbags, refer to page 94.
Head restraint
A correctly adjusted head restraint reduces the
risk of injury to cervical vertebrae in the event of
an accident.
Adjust the head restraint so that its center
is approx. at ear level. Otherwise, there is
increased danger of injury in the event of an
accident.<
Adjusting the head restraint, refer to page 46.
Safety belt
Fasten safety belts on all occupied seats before
every trip. Although airbags enhance safety by
providing added protection, they are not a sub-
stitute for safety belts.
Your vehicle has five seats that are each
equipped with a safety belt.
Never allow more than one person to
wear a single safety belt. Never allow
infants or small children to ride on a passen-
ger's lap. Make sure that the belt lies low around
the hips in the lap area and does not press on
the abdomen. The safety belt must not lie
across the neck, rub on sharp edges, be routed
over solid or breakable objects or be pinched.
Wear the safety belt without twisting, snugly
across the lap and shoulders, as close to the
body as possible. Otherwise, the belt can slip
over the hips in the lap area in a frontal impact
and injure the abdomen. Avoid wearing clothing
that prevents the belt from fitting properly and
pull the shoulder belt periodically to readjust
the tension across your lap in order to avoid a
reduction in the retention effect of the safety
belt.<
For instructions on operating safety belts, refer
to page 48.
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Seats
Note before adjusting
Never attempt to adjust your seat while
operating the vehicle. The seat could
respond with unexpected movement and the
ensuing loss of vehicle control could lead to an
accident.
Also on the passenger side, do not recline the
backrest too far to the rear while the vehicle is
being driven; otherwise, there is a danger in the
event of an accident of 'sliding under' the safety
belt, eliminating the protection normally pro-
vided by the belt.<
Please note the information on damage to
safety belts provided on page 49 and the infor-
mation on the active head restraints on
page 47.
The concept
You adjust the seat in two stages:
1 Preselect the function: the button lights up
brightly
2 Adjustments: control knob
> slide forward or back
> slide up or down
> turn
Seat adjustment
You can use the control knob to adjust the set-
tings after selecting the desired function with
the buttons.
To ensure that the safety systems con-
tinue to provide optimized protection,
please follow the adjustment instructions on
page 44.<
3 Forward and back:
Height:
Backrest:
This button is basically always active.
4 Thigh support:
Height:
Tilt:
5 Lumbar support
*
, refer to Lumbar support
adjustment
6 Height of the head restraint:
Front comfort seat* adjustment
With this seat, you can also adjust:
5 Backrest width: increase or decrease lateral
support
6 Shoulder support, refer to Shoulder support
adjustment
Backrest:
Automatic backrest width adjustment
The backrest automatically moves to the widest
possible position to make it easier to enter and
exit the vehicle, before then returning to the
standard position or the stored memory setting.
This automatic system is influenced on each of
the two seats by their respective door, as well
as on the driver's seat, by the ignition and on the
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front passenger's seat, by the safety belt
buckle.
Lumbar support adjustment
5 Lumbar support
You can also adjust the contour of the backrest
to obtain additional support in the lumbar
region.
The upper hips and spinal column receive sup-
plementary support to help you maintain a
relaxed, upright sitting position.
> Increase or decrease curvature
> Shift curvature up or down
Shoulder support adjustment
6 Adjustment of the tilt angle of the shoulder
support:
You can use the adjustable upper backrest for
supplementary support in the shoulder region.
This provides a relaxed driving position and
helps relieve stress on the shoulder muscles.
Rear comfort seat* adjustment
You can use the control knob to adjust the set-
tings after selecting the desired function with
the buttons.
1 Forward and back:
Tilt:
Backrest:
This button is basically always active.
2 Lumbar support, refer to Lumbar support
adjustment
3 Shoulder support:
Height of head restraint:
Backrest:
It is not possible to adjust the comfort
seats if the safety switch for the power
windows has been pressed, refer to page 40.<
Adjusting passenger seat from rear
The front passenger's seat can be adjusted
from the rear sitting positions, for instance,
when a rear passenger desires more legroom.
Press the button to activate this function, refer
to arrow.
You can use the control knob to adjust the set-
tings after selecting the desired function with
the buttons.
1 Forward and back:
Height:
Tilt:
2 Height of head restraint:
Backrest:
Press the button again, refer to arrow, to deac-
tivate this function.
Resetting to standard adjustment
position
You can use the button to return the rear seats
to their standard or default positions. Maintain
pressure on the button until the system com-
pletes the adjustment.
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It will be necessary to return the rear seats
to their standard position before using a
child restraint system, for instance, refer to
page 54.<
Seat, mirror and steering
wheel memory
You can store and select two different adjust-
ment settings for the driver's seat, exterior mir-
rors and steering wheel.
With comfort seats, you can also use the mem-
ory to store and recall two seat positions for
each additional seat.
The adjustment of the lumbar support is not
stored in the memory.
The setting is stored for the remote control cur-
rently in use.
Storing
1. Switch on radio ready state or ignition, refer
to page 57.
2. Set desired seat position; for driver's seat
also set the exterior mirror and steering
wheel position.
3. Press
M
EMORY button:
The LED in the button lights up.
4. Press the desired memory button 1 or 2:
The LED goes out.
Requesting manually
Do not request a position from the mem-
ory while the vehicle is moving. There is a
risk of accident from unexpected movement of
the seat or steering wheel.<
Comfort mode
1. With driver's door open after unlocking or
with radio ready state switched on.
2. Briefly press the desired memory button 1
or 2.
The system immediately cancels the adjust-
ment procedure when you briefly press one of
the seat adjustment buttons or one of the mem-
ory buttons.
Safety mode
1. With driver's door closed and ignition
switched either on or off.
2. Press the desired memory button 1 or 2
and maintain pressure until the adjustment
process has been completed.
If you press the
M
EMORY button accidentally:
Press the button again; the LED goes out.
Head restraints
A correctly adjusted head restraint reduces the
risk of injury to cervical vertebrae in the event of
an accident.
Adjust the head restraint so that its center
is approx. at ear level. Otherwise, there is
increased danger of injury in the event of an
accident.<
Height adjustment
1. Select head restraint, button 1.
2. Adjust height, arrow 2.
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Tilt angle adjustment
Tilt the head restraint.
With the comfort seat, adjust the distance
to the back of the head via the shoulder
support, refer to page 45.<
Side extensions adjustment
You can fold the side extensions on the head
restraint forward for increased lateral support in
the resting position.
Front head restraints, active*
The comfort seats are equipped with an active
head restraint.
In the event of a rear-end collision of corre-
sponding severity, the active head restraint
reduces the distance from the head.
Do not use seat or head restraint covers
and do not hang objects, e.g. clothes
hangers, on the head restraints or attach any
accessories to the seat or head restraint. Other-
wise, the protective function of the active head
restraint will be impaired and personal safety
endangered.<
Rear seats
Adjusting mechanically
> To raise: pull.
> To lower: press the button, arrow 1, and
slide the head restraint downward.
Removing
1. Pull the head restraint upward to the stop.
2. Press the button, arrow 1, and pull the head
restraint all the way out.
Center head restraint adjustment
Pull out the lowered head restraint until it
engages before the center rear seat is
occupied. Otherwise, the level of occupant pro-
tection can be reduced.<
Adjusting electrically*
If necessary, adjust the head restraint's height
to ensure that it is centered at roughly the
height of the passenger's ears.
With the safety switch pressed, refer to
page 40, the height adjustment of the
head restraints is deactivated.<
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The head restraints at the outer sitting posi-
tions extend automatically whenever a passen-
ger in the rear seat fastens his safety belt. You
can also adjust the height of the head restraint
electrically.
To prevent possible personal injury and
property damage, always ensure that the
area above the head restraints is clear and
unobstructed before extending them upward.<
Rear comfort seat*
Height adjustment
If necessary, adjust the head restraint's height
to ensure that it is centered at roughly the
height of the passenger's ears.
With the safety switch pressed, refer to
page 40, the height adjustment of the
head restraints is deactivated.<
The head restraints at the outer sitting posi-
tions extend automatically whenever a passen-
ger in the rear seat fastens his safety belt. You
can also adjust the height of the head restraint
electrically.
To prevent possible personal injury and
property damage, always ensure that the
area above the head restraints is clear and
unobstructed before extending them upward.<
Side extensions adjustment
You can fold the side extensions on the head
restraint forward for increased lateral support in
the resting position.
Safety belts
To ensure that the safety systems con-
tinue to provide optimized protection,
please follow the adjustment instructions on
page 43.<
Fasten safety belts on all occupied seats before
every trip. Although airbags enhance safety by
providing added protection, they are not a sub-
stitute for safety belts.
Fastening
Make sure you hear the latch plate engage in
the belt buckle.
Releasing
1. Hold the belt firmly.
2. Press the red button in the belt buckle.
3. Guide the belt back into its reel.
The shoulder strap's anchorage point will be in
the correct position for adults of every build if
the seat is correctly adjusted, refer to page 44.
The two rear safety belt buckles integrated into
the rear seat are for passengers sitting on the
left and right. The belt buckle embossed with
the word CENTER is intended exclusively for
use by passengers riding in the center position.
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Safety belt reminder for front seats
The indicator lamp flashes or lights up.
In addition, a signal sounds. Please
make sure that the safety belts are
positioned correctly.
The safety belt reminder is active at speeds
above approx. 5 mph/8 km/h. It can also be acti-
vated if objects are placed on the passenger's
seat.
Damage to safety belts
In case of strain due to an accident or
damage, replace the belt system includ-
ing the safety belt tensioners and have the belt
anchor points checked. Only have this work
carried out at a BMW center or at a workshop
that works according to BMW repair proce-
dures with correspondingly trained personnel.
Otherwise, correct operation of this safety
equipment is not guaranteed.<
Heated seats*
Front
The temperature setting progresses one step
through its control sequence each time you
press the button.
The maximum temperature is supplied when
three lights are lit.
To switch off:
Press and hold the button.
Temperature distribution
The heating action in the seat cushion and
backrest can be distributed in different ways.
iDrive, for principle details, refer to page 16.
1. Press the button to open the start
menu.
2. Move the controller toward "Climate".
3. If need be, select the symbol and press
the controller to switch to the second page
of the menu.
4. Select "Seat temp." and press the control-
ler.
5. Select "Left" or "Right" and press the con-
troller.
6. Turn to adjust the temperature distribution
in the seat cushion and backrest and press
the controller.
The setting is stored for the remote control cur-
rently in use.
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Rear
Operates the same as front seat heating, but
without temperature distribution.
Active seat ventilation*
Front
The system progresses one step through the
control sequence each time you press the but-
ton.
To switch off:
Press and hold the button.
The maximum setting with three lights is
used for rapid cooling, e.g. if the vehicle
has been parked in the sun. After a short time,
the system automatically shifts down one step
in order to prevent excessive cooling.<
Rear
The operating concept is the same as for the
front seat ventilation.
Active seat for driver*
Active adjustment of the seat cushion's con-
tours reduces muscular tension and fatigue to
help prevent lower back pain.
Press the button to switch on; the LED lights
up.
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors
The mirror on the passenger's side is more
curved than the driver's mirror.
Objects reflected in the mirror are closer
than they appear. Do not estimate the dis-
tance of following traffic based what you see in
the mirror; otherwise, there is an increased
accident risk.<
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1 Adjusting
2 Switching to the other mirror or automatic
parking function, refer to Tilting down pas-
senger-side exterior mirror on page 51
Storing the mirror positions, refer to Seat, mir-
ror and steering wheel memory on page 46.
Adjusting manually
You can also adjust the mirrors manually by
pressing against the outer edges of their mirror
glass.
Folding mirrors in and out
To prevent the exterior mirrors on this
vehicle from being damaged, always fold
them in by hand before entering an automatic
car wash.<
Automatic heating
Both exterior mirrors are automatically heated
whenever the ignition is switched on.
Tilting down passenger-side exterior
mirror – automatic parking function
Activating
1. Push the mirror selector switch into the
driver's mirror position, arrow 1.
2. Engage transmission position R.
The mirror glass tilts downward somewhat
on the passenger's side. This allows the
driver to see the area immediately adjacent
to the vehicle – such as a curb – when park-
ing, etc.
Deactivating
Push the mirror selector switch into the passen-
ger's mirror position, arrow 2.
Illuminated vanity mirror in rear
1. Press button 1. The vanity mirror folds
down.
2. Pull the mirror downwards slightly before
pivoting it.
3. Before folding mirror in, straighten it out and
then press upward.
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Steering wheel adjustment
In order to prevent the risk of accident
due to an unexpected movement, do not
adjust the steering wheel while the vehicle is
moving.<
The steering wheel can be adjusted in four
directions.
To save steering wheel positions, refer to Seat,
mirror and steering wheel memory on page 46.
Assistance getting in and out
To make it easier to enter and exit the vehicle,
the steering wheel temporarily moves into the
top and front position.
This automatic feature is governed by the
driver's door and the ignition switch.
Steering wheel heater*
The steering wheel heater operates when the
ignition is on.
Press the button to activate or deactivate this
system.
When the steering wheel heater is operating,
the LED in the button lights up.
Programmable buttons
You can individually program the button on the
steering wheel and the button next to the con-
troller.
iDrive, for principle details, refer to page 16.
1. Press the button to open the start
menu.
2. Move the controller toward "Settings".
3. Select "Vehicle" and press the controller.
4. Select " button" or " button". Con-
tinue to press the controller until the
desired function appears.
> "Recirc. air"
The supply of outside air is shut off contin-
uously, refer to Automatic recirculated air
control/recirculated air mode on page 105.
> "Navi info"
To repeat the most recent navigation sys-
tem instruction, refer to Route guidance by
voice instructions on page 145.
> "Short info"
Display of the help and supplementary texts
of the active menu for approx. 10 seconds,
refer to page 20.
" button" can additionally be programmed
with the following function.
> "AUTO P"
Activation/deactivation, refer to page 59.
Rear seat screen
*
:
> "Mode"
You can choose between the output
sources radio, CD player, and CD changer.
It is necessary for one of these sources to
have been activated.
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> "FM" and "AM"
Switching between the FM and AM wave-
bands, also refer to page 152.
Operating function
Press the button on the steering wheel or the
button next to the controller.
If you program the button on the steering
wheel with "AUTO P", you can conve-
niently activate and deactivate Automatic Hold
with the button, e.g. during parking. Details on
Automatic Hold are provided starting on
page 59.<
The setting of the button on the steering wheel
is stored for the remote control currently in use.
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Transporting children safely
The right place for children
Do not leave children unattended in the
vehicle; otherwise, they could endanger
themselves and other persons, e.g. by opening
the doors.<
Children always in the rear
Accident research shows that the safest place
for children is on the back seat.
Children younger than 13 years of age or
with a height under 5 ft/150 cm may only
be transported in the rear in child restraint sys-
tems which correspond to the age, weight and
height of the child. Otherwise, there is an
increased danger of injury in an accident.<
Children 13 years of age or older must wear a
safety belt as soon as a suitable child restraint
system can no longer be used due to their age,
weight and size.
With the exception of the driver's seat, all seats
in your BMW comply with the recommenda-
tions of the standard SAE J1819 for the safe
securing of child restraint systems in motor
vehicles.
Exception for front passenger seat
Should it be necessary to use a child
restraint system on the front passenger
seat, the front, knee and side airbag on the front
passenger side must be deactivated. Other-
wise, there is an increased risk of injury for the
child if the airbags are triggered, even with a
child restraint system. Your BMW center will be
glad to advise you.<
More information on Automatic deactivation of
front passenger airbags, refer to page 95.
Installing child restraint
systems
In order to avoid reducing their protective
action, follow all instructions of the child
restraint system manufacturer for the selection,
installation, and use of child restraint sys-
tems.<
Backrest width* on front passenger's
seat
Before mounting a child restraint system
on the front passengers seat, the back-
rest width adjustment must be open com-
pletely. After installing the child's seat, no
memory position may be called up; otherwise,
the stability of the child's seat on the front pas-
senger seat is reduced.<
1. Open backrest width completely, refer to
Front comfort seat adjustment on page 44.
2. Mount child's seat.
Child seat security
All rear safety belts and the safety belt for the
front passenger can be locked against pulling
out to secure child restraint systems.
Locking safety belt
1. Secure the child restraint system with the
belt.
2. Pull out the belt webbing completely.
3. Allow the belt webbing to be pulled in and
pull taut against the child restraint system.
The safety belt is locked.
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Unlocking safety belt
1. Open the belt buckle.
2. Remove the child restraint system.
3. Allow the belt webbing to be pulled in com-
pletely.
Child restraint system with tether strap
There are three additional mounting points for
child restraint systems with a tether strap, refer
to arrows.
Routing of the tether strap
Fold upward before using the mounting points.
1. Push the head restraint upward.
2. Guide the tether strap through the bracket
of the head restraint.
3. Slide the head restraint into the bottom
position.
4. Hook in the tether strap on the mounting
point.
LATCH child-restraint fixing system*
LATCH: Lower Anchor and Tethers for CHil-
dren.
To attach a LATCH child's seat, follow the
operating and safety instructions of the
child's seat manufacturer.<
If the vehicle is equipped with power seats in
the rear, return these to their standard adjust-
ment setting before using a LATCH child's seat,
refer to page 45.
Rear seats
The mountings for the LATCH child-restraint
fixing system are located at the points marked
with the arrows. They are not visible from the
outside.
Before attaching the LATCH child's seat, pull
the belt away from the region of the child-
restraint fixing system.
Installation guide
The installation guide makes it easier to install
the LATCH child's seat and at the same time
protects the surface of the seats.
The installation guide is available at your
BMW center. Always observe all instruc-
tions for operation and use provided by the
manufacturer in the installation guide.<
Firmly press the installation guide into the gap
between the upholstery on seat cushion and
backrest, continuing until the two funnel-
shaped guides snap into place in the LATCH
child-restraint fixing system in the seat.
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Pull the installation guide to remove.
During trips
If the vehicle is equipped with rear side
airbags, make sure that children do not
lean out of the child's seat toward the door pan-
els. Otherwise, injuries can occur if the side air-
bags are triggered.<
Child-safety locks for rear doors
Slide down the safety levers on the rear doors:
The door can now be opened from the outside
only.
Safety switch for power windows and
rear seats
If the vehicle is equipped with power seats in
the rear, return these to their standard adjust-
ment setting before using a child-restraint fixing
system, refer to page 45.
When children are riding in the back, press the
safety switch for the power windows, refer to
page 40.
This switch also disables the power rear seat
adjustment.
Incorrect or unsupervised adjustment of
the power seats in the rear could lead to
bodily injury or damage to the child restraint
system.<
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Driving
Ignition lock
Insert the remote control all the way into the
ignition lock. Radio ready state is switched on.
Individual electrical devices are ready for use.
Start/Stop button
Briefly pressing the Start/Stop button several
times switches the radio ready state or the igni-
tion on and off.
Briefly pressing the Start/Stop button
with the brake pedal depressed starts the
engine.<
Radio ready state
Individual electrical devices are ready for use.
The time and outside temperature appear on
the Info Display.
Ignition switched on
All vehicle systems are ready for operation.
When the engine is not running, please
switch off the ignition and nonessential
current-consuming devices in order to mini-
mize the drain on the battery.<
Ignition off
All of the indicator lamps on the Info Display go
out. Only the selector lever indicator of the
automatic transmission is still briefly displayed.
Starting engine
Do not run the engine in closed rooms;
otherwise, the inhaling of toxic exhaust
gases can cause unconsciousness and death.
The exhaust gases contain carbon monoxide,
an odorless and colorless, but highly toxic gas.
Never leave an unattended vehicle with the
engine running, as such a vehicle represents a
potential safety hazard.
To prevent the vehicle from rolling, always
select position P on the selector lever and
engage the parking brake before leaving the
vehicle with the engine running. Note the infor-
mation provided on the Info Display.<
1. Depress brake pedal.
2. Briefly press the Start/Stop button.
When starting the engine, do not press the
accelerator pedal.
Do not allow the engine to warm up by leaving it
running while the vehicle remains stationary.
Instead, begin to drive immediately at a moder-
ate engine speed.
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Special starting conditions
In the following situations, press the gas pedal
halfway down when starting:
> The engine fails to start on the first attempt,
for instance if it is very hot or cold.
> The engine is being started at extremely low
temperatures below +57/–156, or at
high altitudes above 3,281 ft/1,000 m.
Avoid frequent starts in rapid succession
or repeated starting attempts in which the
engine does not start. Otherwise, the fuel is
either left unspent or is insufficiently burned
and there is a risk of overheating and damaging
the catalytic converter.<
Switching off engine
When leaving the vehicle, always take the
remote control with you.<
With the vehicle stationary, briefly press the
Start/Stop button. Radio ready state is switched
on.
The transmission automatically shifts to
position P: interlock.
Before driving into a car wash
The transmission remains in position N and the
vehicle can roll when you perform the following
sequence:
1. With Comfort Access: insert remote control
into ignition lock.
2. With the engine running, shift transmission
into position N.
3. Switch engine off.
4. Leave the remote control in the ignition
lock.
The transmission will shift into position P:
> automatically after approx. 30 minutes
> if you remove the remote control from the
ignition lock
Observe the messages on the Info Display.
Removing remote control from ignition
lock
Press in the remote control briefly; it pops part-
way out. This procedure will also switch off the
ignition if it is on.
Comfort function
To switch off the engine when the vehicle is sta-
tionary, press the Start/Stop button for longer
than approx. 2 seconds. The remote control
pops partway out.
Parking brake
The concept
Your BMW is equipped with an electromechan-
ical parking brake.
The parking brake is primarily intended to pre-
vent the vehicle from rolling while parked.
You can use the parking brake in two ways:
> Manually, by briefly pressing the button
> Automatically, by activating the Automatic
Hold mode, refer to page 59.
An electrohydraulic mechanism then engages
the parking brake to prevent the rear wheels
from turning whenever you switch off the
engine.
When the engine is running, parking brake
engagement is controlled by the brake sys-
tem's hydraulic circuits, which act on the disc
brakes in the front and rear wheels.
Brake pedal feel
The hydraulic brake system can produce a
slightly different braking feel. Engagement may
also be accompanied by activation noise – this
is normal.
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Manual engagement
Briefly press the button, the word PARK
appears on the Info Display.
When the parking brake is engaged, the indica-
tor lamp on the Info Display lights up red,
refer to page 12.
The remote control does not have to be
inserted into the ignition lock for the parking
brake to be set.
It is only possible to disengage the parking
brake with the ignition on.
If exceptional circumstances should make it
necessary to engage the parking brake while
the vehicle is in motion, maintain pressure on
the button.
The indicator lamp on the Info Display lights up
in red and a chime sounds, the brake lamps light
up.
The vehicle continues to brake forcefully for as
long as you maintain pressure on the button.
When you brake the vehicle almost to a stop,
i.e., down to a speed of approximately 2 mph/
3 km/h or below, the parking brake remains
engaged.
Manual release
Briefly press the button with the ignition
switched on.
The indicator lamp on the Info Display goes
out.
As long as the remote control is inserted
into the ignition lock, you can also release
the parking brake after the engine has been
switched off. This function is useful, for exam-
ple, in automatic car washes, refer to 124<
When leaving the vehicle, always bring
the remote control with you; this precau-
tion prevents children from disengaging the
parking brake, etc.<
Automatic Hold
You can activate the system after starting the
engine; it then remains operational until the
next time the engine is switched off.
This feature provides additional assistance dur-
ing vehicle operation by automatically engaging
and releasing the parking brake during stops at
traffic lights, in stop-and-go traffic, etc. The
vehicle is automatically held in place so as to
suppress the tendency to creep when the
transmission is in drive.
It also prevents the vehicle from rolling back-
ward during uphill starts.
The parking brake engages automatically when
you stop the vehicle and switch off the engine.
You can activate or deactivate Automatic Hold
via the "Settings" menu in iDrive.
Activation/deactivation
iDrive, for principle details, refer to page 16.
1. Press the button to open the start
menu.
2. Move the controller toward "Settings".
3. Select "Vehicle" and press the controller.
4. Select "AUTO P". Press the controller to
activate/deactivate the desired function.
> Automatic Hold is activated.
The green AUTO P status message on the
Info Display indicates that the system is
ready for operation.
> Automatic Hold is deactivated.
The green AUTO P status message disap-
pears from the Info Display.
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You can program the programmable but-
ton on the steering wheel with the Auto-
matic Hold function, refer to page 52. This gives
you the option of being able to quickly activate
or deactivate Automatic Hold without distract-
ing your attention from the road.<
Driving
The parking brake engages automatically when
the vehicle comes to a stop.
The indicator lamp on Info Display lights up
green.
To start off again, simply press the accelerator
pedal. The parking brake is released automati-
cally; the indicator lamp goes out.
Do not drive through an automatic car
wash with the Automatic Hold on and the
engine running. Otherwise, the system will
engage the parking brake the moment the vehi-
cle comes to a stop.<
Parking
The parking brake engages automatically when
you stop the vehicle and switch off the engine.
The indicator lamp changes from green to
red.
You can also release the parking brake
manually after the engine is switched off,
as long as the remote control is in the ignition
lock, refer to page 59. You can use this function,
for example, in a car wash.
Automatic Hold is deactivated.<
When leaving the vehicle, release the
remote control from the detent in the igni-
tion lock; this precaution prevents children from
disengaging the parking brake etc.<
For your safety
Automatic Hold is automatically deactivated
when:
> the engine is switched off
> the system detects that the driver's seat is
not occupied while the engine is running
> the hood is opened while the engine is run-
ning
> the luggage compartment is opened with
the transmission in position R while the
engine is running
> and when the parking brake is used to brake
the vehicle to a stop during driving
The indicator lamp changes from green to
red, and the indication AUTO P on the Info Dis-
play disappears.
Before starting off again, briefly press the but-
ton to disengage the parking brake manually,
refer to page 59, or reactivate Automatic Hold,
refer to page 59.
Before leaving the vehicle with the engine
running, always move the automatic
transmission's selector lever to position P and
ensure that the parking brake is engaged. The
vehicle could start to roll if you fail to observe
these precautions.<
Automatic Hold is automatically deacti-
vated whenever the system detects any
tendency for the wheels to spin in response to
slippery road surfaces.
Observe the messages on the Info Display. For
additional information, refer to Check Control
on page 80.<
Releasing parking brake manually
In the event of an electrical power loss or elec-
trical malfunction, you can release the parking
brake manually.
Before manually releasing the parking
brake and each time you park the vehicle
without engaging the parking brake, make sure
that the automatic transmission is in position P,
refer to page 62. Be sure to pay attention to the
information on the Info Display.
If circumstances should force you to park on a
steeply inclined road surface, it is essential to
take additional precautions against inadvertent
rolling, e.g. by using the chock, refer to
page 209. Otherwise, there is the danger of the
vehicle rolling, depending on the incline.<
If it becomes necessary to also unlock the
transmission lock of the automatic transmis-
sion, follow this sequence:
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1. If necessary, start by releasing the parking
brake manually.
2. Then release the automatic transmission's
transmission lock manually, refer to
page 64.
Jump starting and tow starting, refer to
pages 213 and 214.
What you will need
1 Screwdriver handle
2 Unlocking tool
3 10 mm open-end wrench
You will find the required tools in the onboard
tool kit mounted on the inside of the luggage
compartment lid, refer to page 207.
Insert the release tool into the screwdriver han-
dle as shown in the illustration.
Releasing
1. Remove the floor mat and the cover above
the spare tire.
2. With the attached screwdriver handle,
insert the release tool into the opening,
arrow 1.
3. Fit the open-end wrench onto the hexago-
nal section of the release tool.
Insert the release tool counter to the spring
force until the stop is reached, press and
rotate in the arrow direction 2 until it notice-
ably engages and meets a perceptible
resistance.
4. Without releasing, continue to turn counter
to the mechanical resistance of the drive
unit in the arrow direction 2 until you can
feel a significant increase in the force of the
resistance.
To prevent possible damage to the
rear brakes, always make sure that
the parking brake is completely released
before driving the vehicle.<
5. Return the tools to their places.
6. Return the spare tire cover and the floor mat
to their original locations.
Have a malfunction corrected only by a
BMW center or a repair shop that works in
accordance with BMW guidelines and uses
appropriately trained personnel. Only techni-
cians can return the parking brake to normal
operational status after it has been released
manually in response to a malfunction.<
Following manual release, the actual sta-
tus of the parking brake may deviate from
that displayed by the indicator lamp.<
Operation after interruptions in power
supply
The parking brake can only be used again
if it was manually released due to an inter-
ruption in the supply of electrical power. Other-
wise, the function of the parking brake is not
guaranteed and there is a danger of the vehicle
rolling despite the parking brake being
engaged.<
Once the electrical power supply has been
restored, you can again use the parking brake:
With the ignition on and the vehicle
stationary, briefly press the button
three times at intervals of approx.
5 seconds. This executes the fol-
lowing initialization sequence:
> Initializing the disengaged setting.
> Engaging: the system registers the new
status and the brake setting is initialized.
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The indicator lamp on Info Display lights
up green.
> Releasing: the parking brake is ready for
operation.
The indicator lamp on the Info Display
goes out.
Automatic transmission with
Steptronic
In addition to fully automatic operation, you can
also shift manually using the buttons on the
steering wheel, refer to page 63.
Transmission range selection
P R N D
Displays on Info Display
P R N D S or M1 to M6
The transmission range is indicated, and in the
manual mode, the gear currently engaged.
Selecting transmission range
> Only engage transmission positions D, R,
or N when the engine is running: interlock.
> With the vehicle stationary, depress the
brake pedal before shifting out of P or N;
otherwise, the shift command will not be
executed: shiftlock.
To prevent the vehicle from creeping
after you select a driving position,
maintain pressure on the brake pedal until
you are ready to start off. Activate Auto-
matic Hold to suppress the tendency to
creep, refer to page 59.<
The engaged position is indicated on the Info
Display.
Selecting D, R or N
Lightly pull selector lever and engage desired
position:
> N Neutral:
Up to resistance point, arrow N.
> D Drive:
Downward past resistance point, arrow D.
> R Reverse:
Upward past resistance point, arrow R.
The selector lever immediately returns to the
center position when released.
Selecting P
Press button P.
P Park
Select only when the vehicle is stationary.
The rear wheels are locked.
Transmission automatically shifts into P
as soon as you switch off the engine
unless N is selected and the remote control is
inserted into the ignition lock, refer to
page 58.<
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R Reverse
Select only when the vehicle is stationary.
N Neutral
You can select this position, for example, in car
washes. The vehicle can roll.
Transmission remains in N even after the
ignition is switched off whenever you
leave the remote control in the ignition lock.
This function is useful in automatic car washes,
etc.
After approx. 30 minutes the system automati-
cally shifts into position P. Observe the mes-
sages on the Info Display.
Switching off engine, refer to page 58.<
D Drive, automatic position
This is the mode recommended for normal
vehicle operation. All forward gears are avail-
able.
Under normal operating conditions, the fuel
consumption is lowest when driving in posi-
tion D.
Kick-down
The kick-down mode provides maximum accel-
eration.
Press the accelerator pedal beyond the full-
throttle resistance point.
Sport program and manual operation
Press button 1 on the steering wheel.
The sport program is activated and S appears
on the Info Display. This program is recom-
mended for a performance-oriented driving
style.
Press button 1 again to switch into the manual
mode and then into the Automatic program
again.
In the manual mode, the Steptronic changes
gears when one of the buttons 2 on the front or
back of the steering wheel is briefly pressed.
The Info Display shows the manual ranges M1
through M6.
Upshifts and downshifts are executed only
when they will result in a plausible combination
of engine and vehicle speed; thus, for example,
the system will not execute a downshift that
would cause the engine to overrev. The
requested gear appears briefly on the Info Dis-
play, followed by the current gear.
Press button 1 again to switch into the Auto-
matic program again.
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Manually releasing transmission lock
In case of a power failure, e.g. when the
battery is drained or disconnected, or in
the event of an electrical malfunction, the trans-
mission lock must be manually released; other-
wise, the drive wheels are locked and the vehi-
cle cannot be towed.<
When manually releasing the transmis-
sion lock, depress the brake pedal; other-
wise, there is a danger of the vehicle rolling
when the transmission lock is manually
released.<
The transmission lock should only be released
for towing. Reengage the transmission lock
after parking the vehicle at its destination.
If it also becomes necessary to manually
release the parking brake, follow this sequence:
1. Start by manually releasing the parking
brake, refer to page 60
2. Then proceed to manually release the
transmission lock.
Jump starting and tow starting, refer to
pages 213 and 214.
Releasing
1. Use the vehicle key to release the cover
panel beneath the instrument panel by turn-
ing the lock counterclockwise, then fold
down the cover.
2. Pull out the release lever with the loop 1
until it locks into place: the transmission
lock is unlocked.
Reengage the transmission lock after
parking the vehicle at its destination. Oth-
erwise, there is a danger of the vehicle rolling.<
Engaging locks
1. Disengage the release lever by pressing it
together with the red detent lever, refer to
arrow.
2. Guide the release lever all the way back into
its original position – the transmission lock
is engaged once more.
3. Fold up and lock the cover panel again. Now
– and not before – the key may be removed.
Once the transmission lock has been
engaged, the message in the Info Display
should disappear, and the symbol on the Info
Display should change from N to P. Otherwise,
there is a danger of the vehicle rolling.<
Jump starting and tow starting, refer to
pages 213 and 214.
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Turn signals/
headlamp flasher
1 High beams
2 Headlamp flasher
3 Turn signals
Using turn signals
Move the lever beyond the resistance point.
If you wish to manually control the shut-off of
the turn signal, then only push the lever to the
resistance point.
Atypically rapid flashing of the indicator
lamps signals the failure of a turn signal
lamp, possibly in the trailer when towing.<
Temporarily signaling
Push the lever to the resistance point and hold it
there for as long as you wish to signal.
Triple turn signal activation
Press the lever to the resistance point; the turn
signal flashes three times.
Wiper system
1 Switching on wipers
2 Switching off wipers or for brief wipe
3 Activating/deactivating rain sensor
4 Cleaning windshield, headlamps and
BMW Night Vision camera
*
5 Adjusting rain sensor
sensitivity level
Switching on wipers
The lever automatically returns to its initial posi-
tion when released.
Normal wiper speed
Press once.
The system reverts to operation in the intermit-
tent mode when the vehicle is stationary.
Fast wiper speed
Press twice or press beyond the resistance
point.
The system reverts to normal speed when the
vehicle is stationary.
Rain sensor
The rain sensor controls the wiper operation as
a function of the rain intensity. It is located on
the windshield, directly in front of the inside
rearview mirror.
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Activating rain sensor
Briefly press the button, arrow, the wipers move
once across the windshield. The LED lights up.
Adjusting rain sensor sensitivity level
Turn the knurled wheel 5.
Deactivating rain sensor
Briefly press the button again, arrow. The LED
goes out.
Deactivate the rain sensor when passing
through an automatic car wash. Failure to
do so could result in damage caused by undes-
ired wiper activation.<
Cleaning windshield, headlamps and
BMW Night Vision camera*
The system sprays washer fluid against the
windshield and activates the wipers for a brief
period.
With the vehicle lighting switched on, the head-
lamps and the BMW Night Vision camera are
also cleaned simultaneously at suitable inter-
vals.
Do not use the washers if there is any
danger that the fluid will freeze on the
windshield. If you do so, your vision could be
obscured. To avoid freezing, use a washer fluid
antifreeze, refer to Washer fluid.
Avoid using the washer when the reservoir is
empty. Otherwise, you could damage the
pump.<
Windshield washer nozzles
The windshield washer nozzles and the wind-
shield itself in the area around the wipers are
heated automatically when the ignition is
switched on.
Pivoting wipers into folded-out
position
This position is important for changing wiper
blades or when folding wiper arms away from
windshield to prevent blades from sticking in
the event of frost.
1. Switch off the engine and remove the
remote control from the ignition lock.
2. Press the wiper lever upward past the resis-
tance point and maintain pressure for about
3 seconds until the wipers stop in a roughly
vertical position: pivot into the folded-out
position.
After folding the wipers back against the wind-
shield you will need to reactivate the wiper sys-
tem:
1. Switch on radio ready state.
2. Briefly press wiper lever downward. The
wipers return to their retracted position and
are ready for normal operation.
To prevent damage to the wipers, always
fold them back against the windshield
before switching on either the radio ready state
or the ignition.<
Washer fluid
Washer fluid antifreeze is flammable.
Always keep it well away from sparks and
open flames, and store it in tightly closed con-
tainers well out of the reach of children. Always
follow the instructions for use provided on the
containers.<
In order to maintain the mixture ratio, mix
the washer fluid before filling.<
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Windshield and headlamp washer
system
Capacity: 6.3 US quarts/6 liters.
Fill with water and – if required – with a washer
antifreeze, according to manufacturer's recom-
mendations.
Programmable cruise control
The concept
The programmable cruise control is available
for use at speeds of approx. 20 mph/30 km/h
and higher. The vehicle maintains and stores
the speed that you set using the lever mounted
on the steering column.
You can also use the multilevel preset mode to
store six desired speeds for later selection with
the lever, refer to page 67.
This feature assists you in quickly adapting the
vehicle speed to specific road conditions, e.g.
changes in speeds limits.
Do not use the programmable cruise con-
trol when unfavorable conditions do not
permit you to drive at a constant speed, e.g.
when driving on winding roads, in heavy traffic
or under poor road conditions such as snow,
rain, ice, or a loose road surface. If you do, you
could lose control of the vehicle and cause an
accident.<
One lever for all functions
1 Maintaining speed, storing, and accelerat-
ing
2 Maintaining speed, storing, and decelerat-
ing
3 Interrupt or deactivate cruise control
4 Resuming stored speed
Maintaining speed, storing, and
accelerating
Press lever to resistance point, arrow 1:
The system maintains and stores the current
vehicle speed. The pointer 5 in the speedome-
ter indicates this speed, refer to Displays in
speedometer on page 68. Each time the lever is
pressed again briefly, the speed is increased by
approx. 1 mph or 1 km/h.
Push the lever to the resistance point for a
longer time:
The vehicle accelerates without pressure on
the accelerator pedal. The system maintains
and stores your current speed as soon as you
release the lever.
Press the lever past the resistance point if no
desired speeds 6 are stored:
The pointer 5 jumps to the next multiple of
5 mph or 10 km/h and then further, as long as
the lever is held. The speed then indicated is
reached and stored.
The vehicle may accelerate beyond the preset
speed on steep downhill stretches where the
engine's braking action alone may not be suffi-
cient to slow the vehicle. Speed can drop on
uphill grades if the engine output is insufficient.
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Maintaining speed, storing, and
decelerating
Pull the lever, arrow 2:
Functions in the same way as 1, except that the
vehicle speed is decreased.
Interrupting the cruise control
Briefly press the lever up or down, arrow 3.
In addition, cruise control is interrupted auto-
matically:
> when you apply pressure to the brake pedal
> when you shift the automatic transmission
into position N
> when the DSC control is operative
Resuming stored speed
Briefly press the button 4:
The vehicle accelerates back to and maintains
the stored speed.
Displays in speedometer
5 Pointer for stored speed
> Cruise control activated
> Cruise control deactivated
6 Mark for stored desired speed in the multi-
level function
Storing desired speeds
With vehicle stationary
1. Switch on the ignition.
2. Press, arrow 1, or pull, arrow 2, the lever
past the resistance point:
Now you can move the pointer 5 with the
lever until you have reached your desired
speed:
> Press or pull the lever up to the resis-
tance point again: the pointer slowly
moves.
> Press or pull the lever past the resis-
tance point again: the pointer jumps to
the next multiple of 5 mph or 10 km/h
and then further, as long as the lever is
held.
3. Press the button 4 for approx. 3 seconds.
The stored desired speed is indicated by a
mark 6.
If six desired speeds have already been stored,
please delete at least one of them before adding
another.
While driving
1. Press, arrow 1, or pull, arrow 2, the lever
past the resistance point.
2. Press the button 4 for approx. 3 seconds.
The current speed is applied as the desired
speed and displayed with 6.
If all of the marks 6 flash twice, this indicates
that six desired speeds have already been
stored. You must then delete at least one of
them before adding another.
Deleting desired speeds
1. Select corresponding desired speed 6,
refer to section below.
2. Press button 4 for approx. 3 seconds.
Activating multilevel preset mode
Press, arrow 1, or pull, arrow 2, the lever past
the resistance point.
The current driving speed is maintained, stored
and displayed by the pointer 5.
Selecting desired speed
Press, arrow 1, or pull, arrow 2, the lever past
the resistance point:
The next desired speed is selected.
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Deactivating system
> Press the lever up or down, arrow 3 for
approx. 3 seconds
> or switch off the ignition.
The stored speed 5 is deleted, however the
stored marks 6 are retained.
Active cruise control*
The concept
With active cruise control you can select a
desired speed which is not only automatically
maintained when driving on open roadways, but
also varied to maintain a selected distance set-
ting as slower traffic is encountered.
Active cruise control represents a technological
advance over the familiar cruise control and is a
welcome relief from the constant adjustment of
speed that can accompany driving in traffic on
highways or other high-speed thoroughfares.
Especially on longer trips, the system can
reduce fatigue and tension, while increasing
your enjoyment of driving. Please use it safely
and responsibly.
In addition to holding a steady cruising speed,
if you encounter slower vehicles ahead, active
cruise control will, within the scope of given
possibilities, adjust your vehicle's speed auto-
matically so that you can flow with the traffic
without having to make constant adjustments.
If, for example, while cruising at the selected
speed, you begin to approach a slower vehicle
ahead of you in the same lane, the system will
reduce your vehicle's speed to the same as that
of the vehicle ahead to maintain your selected
distance setting between your vehicle and the
vehicle ahead. You can vary the distance, which
is additionally speed-dependent. Based on
your selected distance setting, the system
automatically decreases the throttle setting and
lightly applies the brakes if necessary. The vehi-
cle brake lamps will automatically illuminate to
signal a following driver to take action. In addi-
tion, it may be necessary for the vehicle to
downshift to maintain the distance setting
selected. If the vehicle ahead speeds up or
when the lane ahead becomes clear, your vehi-
cle will accelerate to the speed you have
selected by increasing the throttle setting and
shifting gears as needed. Your selected speed
will be maintained when driving downhill, too.
Active cruise control is not and must not
be used as a collision avoidance/warning
system.<
Since this active cruise control system is
a new technology and operates differ-
ently from conventional cruise control systems
to which you may be accustomed, you are
strongly urged to read all of the pages relating
to this system before use. Pay special attention
to the information contained in the Things to
know about active cruise control section begin-
ning on page 73.<
Brake pedal feel
> When the system brakes and you also
depress the brake pedal, a somewhat differ-
ent braking feeling results.
> Any noises produced during automatic
braking are normal.
Applications
As with conventional cruise control systems,
active cruise control in no way diminishes or
substitutes for the driver's own personal
responsibility, alertness and awareness in
adjusting speed, braking or otherwise control-
ling the vehicle. The driver should decide when
to use the system on the basis of road, traffic,
visibility, and weather conditions. Active cruise
control is intended for use on highway-type
roadways where traffic is moving relatively
smoothly. Do not use this system in city driving;
heavy traffic such as during rush hour; on curvy,
winding roads, slippery roads or roads with
sharp curves such as highway off-ramps; during
inclement weather such as snow, strong rain or
fog; or when entering interchanges, service/
parking areas or toll booths. It is also important
to regulate your vehicle's speed and distance
setting within applicable legal limits. Always be
ready to take action or apply the brakes if nec-
essary, especially when the system is actively
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following a vehicle in front of you. Otherwise,
driving states can result which lead to a violation
of the law or danger of an accident.
One lever for all functions
1 Store and increase desired speed
2 Store and decrease desired speed
3 Deactivate system, refer to page 71
4 Resume stored desired speed and dis-
tance, refer to page 72
5 Select distance to vehicle driving ahead,
refer to page 71
Maintaining current speed
Briefly press, arrow 1, or briefly pull, arrow 2,
lever.
The current driving speed is stored and main-
tained, and briefly displayed on the speedome-
ter, refer to arrow.
Selecting desired speed
To avoid the risk of accidents, adjust your
desired speed to the traffic conditions
and remain ready to brake at all times. The sys-
tem cannot compensate for great differences in
speed in relation to the vehicles driving ahead,
e.g. when quickly approaching a truck or when
another vehicle swerves into your lane.<
The desired speed can drop on uphill grades if
the engine output is insufficient.
Increasing in steps
Briefly press the lever repeatedly up to the
resistance point or past the resistance point,
arrow 1, until the desired speed is displayed.
> Each time the lever is briefly pressed up to
the resistance point, the desired speed
increases by approx. 1 mph or 1 km/h.
> Each time the lever is briefly pressed
beyond the resistance point, the desired
speed is increased to the next multiple of 5
mph or 10 km/h until a maximum of
110 mph or 180 km/h is reached.
The speed then displayed is stored and
reached on clear roads.
Increasing smoothly
Press the lever up to the resistance point or
past the resistance point, arrow 1, until the
desired speed is reached.
The speed then displayed is stored and
reached on clear roads.
Decreasing
Pull the lever up to the resistance point or past
the resistance point, arrow 2, until the desired
speed is displayed.
> Each time the lever is pulled up to the resis-
tance point, the desired speed decreases
by approx. 1 mph or 1 km/h.
> Each time the lever is pulled back beyond
the resistance point, the desired speed is
rounded down to the next multiple of 5 mph
or 10 km/h until the minimum speed of
20 mph/30 km/h is reached.
The speed then displayed is stored and
reached on clear roads.
Executes other functions in the same way as
increasing in steps or smoothly, except that the
desired speed is decreased.
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Selecting distance
> Knurled wheel up:
To increase distance
> Knurled wheel down:
To decrease distance
The selected distance is displayed in the
speedometer.
Distance 1
Distance 2
Distance 3
This distance is always set when
the system is used for the first time
after starting the engine.
Distance 4
Use good judgment to select the appro-
priate following distance given road con-
ditions, traffic, applicable laws and driving rec-
ommendations for safe following distance.
Otherwise, a violation of the law or the danger of
an accident could result.<
Deactivating cruise control
Press the lever up or down. The displays in the
speedometer go out.
In addition, the system is automatically deacti-
vated:
> when the speed is reduced to below 20 mph
or 30 km/h due to a traffic situation
> when DTC is activated or DSC is deacti-
vated
> when the system does not recognize any
objects for an extended period of time, e.g.
on infrequently traveled roads without a
shoulder or guard rails, or if the radar sensor
is covered with dirt, refer to page 72
> when you actuate the parking brake during
driving
> when you shift the transmission into the
Nposition
If the system is deactivated, then it is nec-
essary for the driver to actively intervene
by braking and possibly swerving. Otherwise,
there is the danger of an accident.<
Background lighting
You can switch off the backlighting of the
speedometer and tachometer when the system
is deactivated if no other functions are being
displayed, e.g. the pre-warning field in the
tachometer, refer to page 75, or the route guid-
ance of the navigation system.
To do so, press the lever up or down for approx.
1second.
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Resuming stored desired speed and
distance
Press button 4:
The displays appear in the speedometer.
When you switch off the ignition, the stored
desired speed is deleted.
Info Display screen contents
1 Stored desired speed display
2 Lights up: vehicle detected ahead
3 Selected distance to vehicle driving ahead
4 The selected desired speed is displayed for
a short time, refer to page 70
If the display ACC --- mph/ACC --- km/h
appears briefly in the speedometer, then
conditions required for operation may not cur-
rently be fulfilled. Retrieving Check Control
messages, refer to page 81.<
Warning lamps
The display flashes and a chime
sounds.
The system asks you to intervene
by braking or with an evasive
maneuver. The active cruise control cannot
automatically restore the distance to the vehicle
driving ahead.
The display does not relieve you of the respon-
sibility for adapting desired speed and driving
style to traffic conditions.
Automatic intervention by ABS or
DSC. The active cruise control
intervenes by braking until you
actively intervene.
Radar sensor
Heavy rain and also dirt, snow, or ice can limit
the detection of vehicles ahead. If needed,
clean the radar sensor under the front bumper.
When doing so, be particularly careful in remov-
ing layers of snow and ice.
If the sensor is not aligned properly, the active
cruise control cannot be activated.
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Things to know about active cruise control
As with conventional cruise control sys-
tems, active cruise control in no way
diminishes or substitutes for the driver's own
personal responsibility, alertness and aware-
ness in adjusting speed, braking or otherwise
controlling the vehicle. The driver should
decide when to use the system on the basis of
road, traffic, visibility, and weather conditions.
Active cruise control is intended for use on
highway-type roadways where traffic is moving
relatively smoothly. Do not use this system in
city driving; heavy traffic such as during rush
hour; on curvy, winding roads, slippery roads or
roads with sharp curves such as highway off-
ramps; during inclement weather such as snow,
strong rain or fog; or when entering inter-
changes, service/parking areas or toll booths.
It is also important to regulate your vehicle's
speed and distance setting within applicable
legal limits. Always be ready to take action or
apply the brakes if necessary, especially when
the system is actively following a vehicle in front
of you.<
Always remember that the range and abil-
ity of the system do have physical limita-
tions. It will not apply the brakes or decelerate
your vehicle when there is a slow-moving vehi-
cle, stopped vehicle or stationary object ahead
of you, for example when approaching a traffic
light or a parked vehicle. Also, the system does
not react to oncoming traffic, pedestrians or
other types of potential traffic such as a rider on
horseback. It is also possible that the system
may not detect smaller moving objects such as
motorcycles or bicycles. Be especially alert
when encountering any of these situations as
the system will neither automatically brake, nor
provide a warning to you. Also, be aware that
every decrease in the distance setting allows
your vehicle to come closer to a vehicle in front
of you and requires a heightened amount of
alertness.<
When your vehicle is actively following a vehicle
in front of you, if the vehicle ahead speeds up or
the lane ahead becomes clear, then your vehi-
cle will accelerate to the speed you have
selected. Be aware that changing to a clear,
unobstructed lane may also result in accelera-
tion of your vehicle.
Be certain to deactivate the system when
you pull into an exit lane for a highway off-
ramp.<
Also, vehicles traveling in a staggered manner
on a highway may cause a delay in the system's
reaction to a vehicle in front of you or may cause
the system to react to a vehicle actually in the
lane next to you. Always be ready to take action
or apply the brakes if necessary.
Active cruise control can only decelerate the
vehicle to approx. 20 mph/30 km/h. If the sys-
tem reduces vehicle speed below 20 mph/
30 km/h or if DSC/ABS is engaged while driving,
the system will automatically deactivate.
Remember, the system cannot stop your
vehicle. In addition, the system is deacti-
vated whenever the driver applies the vehicle
brakes, shifts the transmission from drive/D to
neutral/N, or deactivates DSC. After any deacti-
vation, the system will no longer automatically
activate the vehicle brakes, which means the
driver must intervene and resume manual brak-
ing. You should then reactivate the system only
when you are fully aware of the prior speed and
distance settings.<
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Active cruise control may brake when you
reduce the stored desired speed; however, the
driver must constantly monitor traffic and inter-
vene if necessary.
When you switch off the engine or ignition,
active cruise control is fully switched off, too,
and any settings you have selected are can-
celed.
Swerving vehicles
When a vehicle moves from an adjacent lane
into your lane, active cruise control will not
detect this vehicle until it is fully in your lane
ahead of your vehicle.
Behavior in curves
Because of the limited range of the system, it is
possible that in curves or on the peaks and val-
leys of hilly roads, a vehicle ahead may be rec-
ognized late, or not at all. Therefore, it is up to
the driver to select a speed that is prudent in
view of the curves and terrain of the roadway.
In approaching a curve, it is possible that active
cruise control might react briefly to a vehicle in
the adjacent lane. In addition, the system can
sense if your vehicle is in a curve and may not
accelerate. If your vehicle decelerates in either
case, you can choose to overcome the deceler-
ation by briefly pressing the accelerator pedal.
Driver interventions
Anytime the driver presses down on the
accelerator pedal, any automatic braking
action by the system is interrupted until the
pedal is fully released. After doing this, release
the accelerator and the system again controls
your cruising speed and distance setting. While
driving with the system activated, resting your
foot on the accelerator pedal will cause the sys-
tem not to brake even if necessary. Be certain
that floormats or other objects on the vehicle
floor do not interfere with movement of the
accelerator pedal.<
While active cruise control is capable of
braking your vehicle automatically when
you approach a slower vehicle ahead, it is
important to be aware that the ability of the sys-
tem to apply the brakes is also limited, e.g.
when you reduce your desired speed sharply.
The system cannot stop your vehicle. It uses
only a portion of braking system capacity and
does not utilize the full capacity of the vehicle
braking system. Therefore, the system cannot
decrease your speed for large differences in
speed between your vehicle and the vehicle
ahead. Examples: when you approach a vehicle
traveling at a much lower speed than your own
speed such as approaching a toll booth or when
a much slower vehicle cuts in front of you at
close range.<
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Everything under control
Odometer, outside temperature display, clock
1 Outside temperature display, clock
2 Odometer
3 Trip odometer
4 Press button:
> with ignition switched on to reset trip
odometer
> with ignition switched off to briefly dis-
play odometer, outside temperature,
and time
Outside temperature display, clock
The outside temperature and the time displays
are active with the ignition lock in radio ready
state or higher.
You can change the units of measure, 7/6,
in the "Settings" menu, refer to page 84.
Setting the clock, refer to page 84.
Outside temperature warning
If the display drops to +377/+36, a signal
sounds and a message is shown on the Info Dis-
play. There is an increased danger of ice.
Even at temperatures above +377/
+36, ice can form. Therefore, drive care-
fully, e.g. on bridges and shaded roadways; oth-
erwise, there is an increased accident risk.<
Odometer and trip odometer
The display area is also used for the computer
and the Check Control.
Regardless of the current display, you can
briefly display the odometer by pressing the
button 4.
You also reset the displayed trip odometer to
zero by pressing the button.
Check Control, refer to page 80.
Computer, refer to page 76.
Tachometer
The orange advance warning field, arrow, is dis-
played as a function of the engine temperature.
The segments disappear in sequence as the
engine temperature increases.
Avoid allowing the engine speed to rise as far as
the orange warning sector whenever possible.
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Coolant temperature
Should the coolant, and with it the engine
become too hot, a warning lamp lights up. In
addition, a message appears on the Control
Display.
Checking coolant level, refer to page 203.
Computer
Requesting functions
With the ignition lock in radio ready state or
higher, you can use the buttons in the turn sig-
nal lever to display the computer information on
the Info Display.
1 Info Display on left
2 Info Display on right
A new function appears each time you briefly
press the button.
Displays on Info Display
The display sequence:
> Fuel gauge
> Range and distance to destination
The display sequence:
> Odometer
> Energy Control/current fuel consumption
> Average fuel consumption
> Average speed
> Time of arrival
Hiding messages
Maintain pressure on button 1 to hide the com-
puter display. Briefly press the button again to
return to the last display.
It is not possible, though, to hide a Check
Control message.<
Fuel gauge
The fuel gauge mode appears automatically
once the fuel level falls into the reserve range.
The tanks still contains the following quantities
of fuel:
> 750i/Li: approx. 2.6 gallons/10 liters.
> 760i/Li: approx. 3.1 gallons/12 liters.
If the tilt of the vehicle varies, when you are driv-
ing in mountainous areas, for example, the indi-
cator may fluctuate slightly.
After reaching the reserve quantity, the
Info Display can no longer be hidden.
However, you can still display the remaining
range.<
Fuel tank capacity: approx. 23.2 gallons/
88 liters. You can find information on refueling
on page 192.
Refuel well before the tank is empty. If
you drive down to the last drop, engine
functions are no longer assured and damage
can occur.<
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Cruising range
Displays the estimated cruising range available
with the remaining fuel. It is projected by taking
into account the driving style over the last
20 miles/30 km.
When your cruising range falls below
30 miles/50 km, be sure to refuel. Other-
wise, engine functions are not ensured and
damage can occur.<
Refueling is only registered by the computer for
fuel amounts above approx. 1.3 gallons/5 liters.
Distance to destination
When you enter a destination into the naviga-
tion system or manually enter a distance in the
computer prior to departure, the system can
also display the distance remaining to your des-
tination, refer to page 76 or 131.
The system automatically applies the distance
to your destination using the route recom-
mended by the navigation system.
When you enter a destination into the
navigation system, any manual entries
will be overwritten once the vehicle has traveled
approx. 1,640 ft/500 m of the calculated dis-
tance.<
Energy Control/current fuel
consumption
Shows the current fuel consumption. This
allows you to see whether your current driving
style is conducive to fuel economy with mini-
mum exhaust emissions.
Average fuel consumption
The average fuel consumption is determined
for the time during which the engine is running.
You can use the Control Display to view your
fuel consumption rate over two different dis-
tances, refer to Computer on page 76, or Trip
computer on page 82.
Average speed
Periods with the vehicle parked and the engine
off are not included in the calculations of aver-
age speed.
Time of arrival
A display of your estimated time of arrival is
available whenever you enter a destination into
the navigation system, refer to page 131, or
enter the distance manually into the computer,
refer to page 76, prior to departure.
A prerequisite for this is that you have
correctly set the time via iDrive, refer to
page 84.<
Displays on Control Display
You can also access the computer via iDrive, for
principle details, refer to page 16.
1. Press the button to open the start
menu.
2. Move the controller toward "Car Data".
3. Select "BC" and press the controller.
> Estimated arrival time at destination
> To enter a distance into the computer
manually, refer to Entering a distance
manually
> To enter a destination into the naviga-
tion system, refer to page 131
> Remaining distance to destination:
> To enter a distance into the computer
manually, refer to Entering a distance
manually
> To enter a destination into the naviga-
tion system, refer to page 131
> Cruising range
> Average fuel consumption
> Average speed
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Resetting values
You can reset values for the average speed and
average fuel consumption:
1. Activate the relevant menu item and press
the controller.
2. To reset the values, press the controller
again.
Entering a distance manually
1. Select "To dest." and press the controller.
2. Turn the controller to set the distance to the
destination.
3. Press the controller to save the setting.
The distance to the destination is automatically
predetermined during the route guidance of the
navigation system, refer to page 143.
Using voice command system
Service required
The distance or time period remaining until your
next service briefly appears when you switch on
the ignition.
Your Service Advisor will determine your
vehicle's current service requirements by
reading out the data stored in the remote con-
trol.<
With BMW Assist enabled, information regard-
ing maintenance status of your vehicle or infor-
mation regarding legally mandated inspections
is automatically transmitted before the relevant
deadline, refer to Automatic service notification
on page 187.
Additional information
You can view additional information on service
and maintenance procedures on the Control
Display.
iDrive, for principle details, refer to page 16.
1. Press the button to open the start
menu.
2. Move the controller toward "Car Data".
3. Select and press the controller.
The display shows a list of selected service and
maintenance procedures, as well as legally-
mandated inspections.
Symbols
No service is currently required.
The deadline for service or a legally-
mandated inspection is approaching.
Please arrange for a service appointment at the
earliest available opportunity.
The service deadline has already passed.
You can view more detailed information about
every entry:
Select the entry and press the controller.
{On-board computer}.
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To exit the menu:
The arrow is selected. Press the controller.
Condition Based Service does not con-
tinue counting down to the next service
during periods when the vehicle is stored with
the battery disconnected or the battery switch
in the OFF position.
Therefore, make sure to have the brake fluid
changed at least every 2 years, regardless of
what is shown on the display, refer to page 204.
The same is true for other time-dependent ser-
vice requirements.<
Displaying and entering dates for
legally-mandated emissions and
vehicle inspections
Make sure the date and time are always set cor-
rectly via iDrive, refer to page 84; otherwise,
CBS Condition Based Service cannot function
correctly.
iDrive, for principle details, refer to page 16.
1. Press the button to open the start
menu.
2. Move the controller toward "Car Data".
3. Select and press the controller.
4. Select "Emissions inspection" or "State
inspection" and press the controller.
5. Turn the controller to select appointment
input.
6. Press the controller. The month is high-
lighted.
7. Turn the controller to adjust the setting.
8. Press the controller to save the setting.
The year is highlighted.
9. Turn the controller to adjust the setting.
10. Press the controller to save the setting.
11. "STORE DATE" is selected. Press the con-
troller to save the setting. The date entry is
saved.
The list of entries is resorted by date.
Display on Info Display
If the deadline for your next emissions or state
vehicle inspection is approaching, the remain-
ing distance and time will appear briefly when
you switch on the ignition.
Your Service Advisor will determine your
vehicle's current service requirements by
reading out the data stored in the remote con-
trol.<
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Check Control
The concept
Check Control monitors functions in the vehicle
and generates a message if a malfunction
occurs in the monitored systems. A Check Con-
trol message of this kind includes indicator or
warning lamps on the Info Display and possibly
an acoustic signal and text messages on the
Info Display.
Indicator and warning lamps
Indicator and warning lamps can light up in dif-
ferent combinations and in different colors in
the display area 1 and in the display 2.
Explanatory text messages
Text messages on Info Display explain the
meaning of the indicating and warning lamps
shown.
You can view additional information regarding
most Check Control messages, e.g. regarding
the cause of a malfunction and action required,
refer to Viewing additional information on
page 81.
When the situation is urgent, this information is
displayed immediately when the associated
lamps light up.
An acoustic signal sounds at the same time.
To exit the menu:
The arrow is selected. Press the controller.
Hiding Check Control messages
Press the button on the turn signal lever.
Some Check Control messages remain dis-
played until the related malfunction is rectified:
they cannot be hidden. If several malfunctions
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occur simultaneously, then the Check Control
messages are displayed in sequence.
Other Check Control messages are hidden after
roughly 20 seconds, but remain stored in mem-
ory.
Viewing stored Check Control
messages
Using CHECK button
1. Press and hold:
The first stored message is displayed.
2. Briefly press the button:
A new message appears each time you
press the button.
Viewing additional information
iDrive, for principle details, refer to page 16.
1. Press the button to open the start
menu.
2. Move the controller toward "Car Data".
3. Select "CHECK" and press the controller.
The stored status reports appear on the
display.
4. Select a message and press the controller.
To exit the menu:
The arrow is selected. Press the controller.
Display of urgency of malfunctions
Depending on the status of the monitored
systems, the symbol in the status line is dis-
played in different colors.
Yellow or red
Malfunctions are present in the monitored sys-
tems. Depending upon how serious the prob-
lem is, a supplementary message may also
appear on the Control Display.
Symbols displayed also indicate the status of
the service requirements, refer to page 78.
Displays after trip completion
Selected malfunction reports generated during
the trip are shown again consecutively when
you switch off the ignition.
Even with the ignition and display off, you can
display the messages on the Info Display:
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Press the CHECK button for approx. 8 seconds,
refer to page 81. The stored status reports
appear again in the display. If several messages
are present, you can continue to briefly press
the CHECK button to view them in succession.
The Check Control function is terminated:
> automatically after a brief period
> if you press the CHECK button again for
approx. 8 seconds.
Trip computer
The trip computer can be used, e.g. for a vaca-
tion trip.
iDrive, for principle details, refer to page 16.
1. Press the button to open the start
menu.
2. Move the controller toward "Car Data".
3. Select "BC " and press the controller.
> Departure time
> Driving time
> Distance traveled
> Average fuel consumption
> Average speed
To switch trip computer on/off and reset all val-
ues:
Select "START / RESET" and press the con-
troller.
To deactivate trip computer:
Select "STOP" and press the controller.
Speed limit
You can enter a speed and a Check Control
message will indicate when you have reached
this speed. This enables you, for example, to
receive warnings if you exceed a speed limit in
an urban area.
You are only warned of reaching this speed a
second time if your speed has dropped to at
least 3 mph/5 km/h slower than this speed limit
since the last warning.
Displaying, adjusting, or changing limit
iDrive, for principle details, refer to page 16.
1. Press the button to open the start
menu.
2. Move the controller toward "Car Data".
3. Select "Limit" and press the controller.
4. Select "SET" and press the controller.
5. Turn the controller to adjust the limit.
6. Press the controller to save the setting.
Applying your current speed as limit
Select and press the controller.
The system applies your current speed as the
limit.
Activating/deactivating limit
Select "ON / OFF" and press the controller.
When the speed limit is switched on, "ON /
OFF" is highlighted.
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Limit on Info Display
If, for instance, the warning sector in the
tachometer is visible, refer to page 75, the
speed limit will be indicated by a warning sector
in the speedometer, refer to arrow.
Stopwatch
Starting and stopping
iDrive, for principle details, refer to page 16.
1. Press the button to open the start
menu.
2. Move the controller toward "Car Data".
3. Select and press the controller.
4. Select and press the controller. The stop-
watch is reset to 0 and starts.
5. Select and press the controller.
This stops the timer.
Press the controller again to reset the stop-
watch to zero.
All of the remaining functions remain
available at all times while the stopwatch
is running. The stopwatch continues to run in
the background.<
Taking an intermediate time reading
Select "INTERM. TIME" and press the control-
ler. This intermediate time appears below the
ongoing primary stopwatch count.
Assistance window for
onboard data
You can select any of the following computer
functions for display in the assistance window:
> Computer
> Trip computer
> Speed limit
> Stopwatch
Applying display
iDrive, for principle details, refer to page 16.
1. Press the button to open the start
menu.
2. Move the controller toward "Car Data".
3. Select "BC" and press the controller.
4. Select " Split" and press the controller.
The function appears in the assistance win-
dow.
You can also choose to view brief help texts
explaining selected menu items, refer to
page 20, or the travel route with a navigation
system, refer to page 130.
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Settings on Control Display
Setting units of measure and display
format
You can change the units of measure used in
the displays of fuel consumption, distances and
temperatures as well as the display format for
the time and date.
iDrive, for principle details, refer to page 16.
1. Press the button to open the start
menu.
2. Move the controller toward "Settings".
3. Select "Units" and press the controller.
4. Select the menu item that you wish to
adjust. Press repeatedly to view a listing of
your selection options.
The setting is stored for the remote control cur-
rently in use.
Setting language
You can select a different language for the text
displays.
iDrive, for principle details, refer to page 16.
1. Press the button to open the start
menu.
2. Move the controller toward "Settings".
3. Select "Language" and press the controller.
4. Select and activate the desired language.
The setting is stored for the remote control cur-
rently in use.
Time and date
iDrive, for principle details, refer to page 16.
1. Press the button to open the start
menu.
2. Move the controller toward "Settings".
3. Select "Clock" and press the controller.
Setting time
1. Select "Time" and press the controller.
The first time setting is activated.
2. Turn to adjust the setting.
3. Press the controller to adopt the setting.
The next setting is selected.
4. Adjust the remaining settings. After the last
adjustment, the time is stored.
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Hour signal activation
You will hear four tones just before the top of
each hour.
Select "Memo" and press the controller.
The symbol indicates the menu that is cur-
rently activated.
Setting date
1. Select "Date" and press the controller.
The first date display setting is activated.
2. Turn to change the setting.
3. Press the controller to adopt the setting.
The next setting is selected.
4. Make the remaining settings. After the last
adjustment, the date is stored.
The setting is stored for the remote control cur-
rently in use.
Setting brightness
You can set the brightness of the screen.
iDrive, for principle details, refer to page 16.
1. Press the button to open the start
menu.
2. Move the controller toward "Settings".
3. Select "Screen" and press the controller.
4. Select "Brightness" and press the control-
ler.
5. Turn the controller until you reach the
desired setting and press the controller to
accept the setting.
Under unfavorable conditions, e.g. bright
environment, the brightness control of
the screen might not be immediately recogniz-
able.<
The setting is stored for the remote control cur-
rently in use.
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PDC Park Distance Control*
The concept
The PDC assists you when you are parking.
Audible signals and an optical display indicate
that you are approaching an object in front of or
behind your vehicle. To measure the distance,
four ultrasonic sensors are provided in each
bumper. The range of these sensors is approx.
6 ft/2 m. However, an acoustic warning begins
to sound for the sensors at the front and at the
two rear corners at approx. 24 in/60 cm, and for
the center rear sensors at approx. 5 ft/1.50 m.
PDC is a parking aid that can indicate
objects when they are approached
slowly, as is usually the case when parking.
Avoid approaching an object at high speed; oth-
erwise, the system may sound the warning of
physical obstacles too late.<
Automatically activating
The system starts to operate automatically
approx. 1 second after you engage the trans-
mission position R with the engine running or
the ignition switched on.
Wait this short period before driving.
Manual activation
Press the button, the LED lights up.
Manual deactivation
Press the button again; the LED goes out.
After driving approx. 165 ft/50 m or at over
approx. 20 mph/30 km/h, the system switches
off and the LED goes out. You can reactivate the
system manually as needed.
Signal tones
An intermittent signal indicates the distance of
the vehicle from an object being approached.
Thus, an object detected to the left rear of the
vehicle will be indicated by a signal tone from
the left rear speaker, etc. As the distance
between vehicle and object decreases, the
intervals between the tones become shorter.
The signal tone becomes continuous once the
distance to the nearest object falls below
roughly 1 ft/30 cm.
An intermittent tone is interrupted after approx.
3seconds:
> if you remain in front of an object that was
only detected by one of the corner sensors
> if you drive parallel to a wall
Malfunction
The LED in the button flashes and a message
appears on the Info Display. PDC has failed.
Have the system checked.
To prevent this problem, keep the sensors
clean and free of ice or snow in order to ensure
that they will continue to operate effectively.
When using high-pressure washers, do not
spray sensors for long periods and keep the
sprayer at least 4 in/10 cm away from the sen-
sors.
PDC with visual warning
You can also have the system show distances
to objects on the Control Display. Objects that
are farther away are displayed there before a
signal tone begins to sound.
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iDrive, for principle details, refer to page 16.
1. Press the button to open the start
menu.
2. Move the controller toward "Settings".
3. Select "Vehicle" and press the controller.
4. Select "PDC pic." and press the controller.
This activates the PDC display.
The display appears as soon as PDC is acti-
vated.
The setting is stored for the remote control cur-
rently in use.
To exit the menu:
Select the arrow and press the controller.
System limits
Even with PDC, final responsibility for
estimating the distance between the
vehicle and any objects always remains with the
driver. Even when sensors are involved, there is
a blind spot in which objects cannot be
detected. The system's detection of objects is
also subject to the physical limits that apply to
all forms of ultrasonic measurement, such as
those encountered with tow bars and trailer
couplings, as well as thin and wedge-shaped
objects, etc. It is also possible that low objects
already displayed, such as curb edges, may
come into the blind spot of the sensors before a
continuous signal sounds or that the system will
fail to detect higher, projecting obstacles such
as ledges. Loud noises from outside and inside
the vehicle may also prevent you from hearing
the PDC's signal tone.<
Driving stability control
systems
Your BMW is equipped with an extended array
of systems designed to enhance and maintain
vehicle stability under extreme conditions.
ABS Antilock Brake System
ABS prevents the wheels from locking during
braking. Safe steering response is maintained
even during hard braking. This increases active
driving safety.
ABS is operational every time you start the
engine. For information on safe braking, refer to
page 123.
CBC Cornering Brake Control
This system provides further enhancements to
vehicle stability and steering response when
braking while cornering or when braking during
a lane change.
Electronic brake-force distribution
The system controls the brake pressure in the
rear wheels to ensure a stable braking behavior.
DBC Dynamic Brake Control
When you apply the brakes rapidly, this system
automatically produces the maximum braking
force boost and thus helps to achieve the short-
est possible braking distance during full brak-
ing. This system exploits all of the benefits pro-
vided by ABS.
Do not reduce the pressure on the brake pedal
for the duration of the full braking.
DSC Dynamic Stability Control
DSC prevents traction loss in the driving wheels
when starting off and accelerating. DSC also
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detects unstable driving conditions such as
fishtailing or sliding of the vehicle's front
wheels. In these cases, DSC helps the vehicle
safely stay on course within the physical limits
by reducing the engine output and by applying
the brakes in the individual wheels.
The laws of physics cannot be repealed,
even with DSC. An appropriate driving
style always remains the responsibility of the
driver. Do not reduce the additional safety mar-
gin by taking unnecessary risks.<
Deactivating DSC
1. Press the button to open the start
menu.
2. Move the controller toward "Settings".
3. Select "DTC" again and press the controller
for at least 3 seconds.
The LED for "DTC" and the DSC indicator lamp
on the Info Display light up. DTC Dynamic Trac-
tion Control and DSC Dynamic Stability Control
are deactivated together. Interventions promot-
ing stability and forward momentum will no
longer be carried out.
To promote enhanced operating stability, reac-
tivate DSC again as soon as possible.
Activating DSC
Select "DTC" again and press the controller.
The LED on the Control Display and the DSC
indicator lamp on the Info Display go out.
For control purposes
If the indicator lamp flashes:
DSC controls the drive forces and
brake forces.
The indicator lamp comes on:
DSC is deactivated.
DTC Dynamic Traction Control
DTC is a version of DSC that is optimized for
forward momentum in special road conditions.
The system ensures maximum forward
momentum, but with limited driving stability.
Therefore, drive with appropriate caution.
You may find it useful to briefly activate DTC
under the following special circumstances:
> When driving on snow-covered uphill
grades, in slushy snow or on uncleared,
snow-covered roads
> When rocking a stuck vehicle free or when
starting off in deep snow or on loose ground
> When driving with snow chains
Activating DTC
iDrive, for principle details, refer to page 16.
1. Press the button to open the start
menu.
2. Move the controller toward "Settings".
3. Select "DTC" and press the controller.
The LED for "DTC" and the DTC indicator lamp
on the Info Display light up.
For control purposes
If the indicator lamp flashes:
DTC controls the drive forces and
brake forces.
The indicator lamp comes on:
DTC is activated.
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Deactivating DTC
Select "DTC" again and press the controller.
The LED on the Control Display and the DTC
indicator lamp on the Info Display go out.
Dynamic Drive
The concept
Dynamic Drive minimizes body roll and opti-
mizes vehicle stability during cornering and
evasive maneuvers.
Active stabilizers at the front and rear axles form
the basis for Dynamic Drive. Suspension com-
pliance adapts to suit driving conditions, vary-
ing from performance-oriented during corner-
ing to smooth and comfort-oriented when the
vehicle is traveling in a straight line. During vehi-
cle operation, the system continuously runs
through closed-loop control cycles lasting only
fractions of a second.
The system assumes operational status each
time you start the engine.
Malfunction
The warning lamp lights up yellow and
a message is shown on the Info Display.
A malfunction has occurred in the
Dynamic Drive system. Have the system
checked as soon as possible.
If a malfunction occurs, please remember
to adapt your speed accordingly, espe-
cially in curves.
The suspension will be noticeably softer and
the vehicle will display a greater tendency to tilt
during cornering and in crosswinds.
If a Check Control message stating that you
should stop is displayed, stop at a suitable loca-
tion and switch off the engine as soon as possi-
ble. In this case, the oil level in the reservoir may
have dropped below the minimum, possibly
owing to a leak in the hydraulic system.
Do not continue driving, but instead contact
your BMW center.<
Self-leveling suspension*
Malfunction
The warning lamp for self-leveling sus-
pension lights up yellow and a message
is shown on the Info Display.
A malfunction has occurred in the level control
system.
Stop driving and check the vehicle:
> The vehicle is considerably lower at the rear
than at the front, possibly also on one side,
at the rear left compared to the rear right.
> The ground clearance is reduced or the
driving comfort is noticeably reduced.
> The position of the vehicle is normal, but a
malfunction is indicated.
Drive to the nearest BMW center or a workshop
that works in accordance with BMW guidelines
and uses appropriately trained personnel. Drive
with appropriate caution in the meantime.
EDC Electronic Damping
Control*
If the influencing variables such as road surface
quality or operating conditions such as steer-
ing, braking etc. change, the damping automat-
ically adjusts to the new conditions.
iDrive, for principle details, refer to page 16.
1. Press the button to open the start
menu.
2. Move the controller toward "Settings".
3. Select "Vehicle" and press the controller.
4. Select "EDC" and press the controller.
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There are two programs.
With each press of the controller, you can
switch back and forth between "Comfort" and
"Sport".
Comfort program
The Comfort program is suitable for use
throughout the vehicle's entire speed range and
regardless of load.
Sport program
You should select the Sport program for consis-
tently performance-oriented response from
shock absorbers and steering.
FTM Flat Tire Monitor*
The concept
The Flat Tire Monitor keeps track of the infla-
tion pressures in the four mounted tires as you
drive. The system triggers an alert whenever
the inflation pressure drops significantly in rela-
tion to the pressure in another tire.
When a loss of pressure occurs, the rolling
radius changes and with it, the rotational speed
of the wheels. This change is detected and sig-
naled as a flat tire.
Functional requirements
To ensure the reliable signaling of a flat tire, the
system must be initialized at the correct tire
inflation pressure.
The initialization must be repeated after
every correction of the tire inflation pres-
sure and after every tire or wheel change.<
System limits
The Flat Tire Monitor cannot indicate
sudden severe tire damage caused by
outside factors and does not detect a natural,
even pressure drop in all four tires.<
In the following situations, the system could be
delayed or malfunction:
> When the system has not been initialized.
> When driving on snow-covered or slippery
road surfaces.
> Sporty driving style: slip in the drive wheels,
high lateral acceleration.
> When driving with snow chains
*
.
Initializing system
The initialization is completed during driv-
ing, which can be interrupted at any time.
The initialization automatically continues when
driving resumes. Do not initialize the system
when driving with snow chains
*
.<
iDrive, for principle details, refer to page 16.
1. Select "Settings".
2. Select "Vehicle" and press the controller.
3. Select "FTM" and press the controller.
The initialization menu appears.
4. Start the engine, but do not begin to drive.
5. Select "SET" and press the controller.
During the initialization, "Initialization is run-
ning and will be completed after driving for a
while! Status: FTM is being initialized"
appears on the Control Display.
6. Start driving.
It takes at least 10 minutes before the Flat
Tire Monitor can detect and report a flat tire.
The initialization is completed during driving.
Then the message "Only set after tire pressure
is correctly adjusted (vehicle must be stopped
and ignition on) Status: active" appears on the
Control Display again.
To exit the menu:
Select the arrow and press the controller.
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Indication of a flat tire
The warning lamp lights up red and a
message is shown on the Info Display.
In addition, a signal sounds. A flat tire or
a major air loss has occurred.
1. Reduce speed and stop the vehicle care-
fully. Avoid sudden braking and steering
maneuvers.
2. Identify the damaged tire.
If identification is not possible, con-
tact your BMW center.<
3. Replace the damaged tire, refer to Chang-
ing wheels on page 209.
Run-flat tires*
1. Cautiously reduce the vehicle speed to
below 50 mph/80 km/h. Avoid sudden brak-
ing and steering maneuvers. Do not exceed
a vehicle speed of 50 mph/80 km/h.
If the vehicle is not equipped with run-
flat tires, refer to page 199, do not
continue to drive. Continued driving after a
flat tire can result in serious accidents.<
2. Check the air pressure in all four tires at the
next opportunity.
If the tire inflation pressure in all four
tires is correct, the Flat Tire Monitor
may not have been initialized. The system
must then be initialized.<
3. In the event of a total loss of inflation pres-
sure, 0 psi/kPa, or obvious tire damage, you
can estimate the possible distance for con-
tinued driving on the basis of the following
guide values:
> With low load:
1 to 2 persons without luggage:
approx. 155 miles/250 km.
> With medium load:
2 persons, luggage compartment full, or
4 persons without luggage:
approx. 95 miles/150 km.
> With full load:
More than 4 persons, luggage compart-
ment full:
approx. 30 miles/50 km.
Drive reservedly and do not exceed a
speed of 50 mph/80 km/h. In the event of
pressure loss, vehicle handling changes. This
includes reduced tracking stability in braking,
extended braking distances, and altered natural
steering characteristics.
If unusual vibrations or loud noises occur while
the vehicle is being driven, this can indicate final
failure of the damaged tire. Reduce speed and
stop at a suitable location as soon as possible;
otherwise, pieces of the tire could come off and
cause an accident. Do not continue driving,
contact your BMW center.<
Malfunction
The warning lamp lights up yellow and
a message is shown on the Info Display.
The Flat Tire Monitor has failed. Have
the system checked as soon as possible.
TPM Tire Pressure Monitor*
The concept
TPM checks the tire inflation pressure in the
four mounted tires. The system indicates if the
tire inflation pressure has dropped considerably
in one or several tires.
Functional requirement
In order to assure the reliable reporting of a flat
tire, the system must have been reset with the
correct tire inflation pressure.
Always use wheels with TPM electronics; oth-
erwise, fault-free operation of the system is not
ensured.
Reset the system again after each correc-
tion of the tire inflation pressure and after
every tire or wheel change.<
System limits
TPM cannot warn you of sudden serious
tire damage caused by external influ-
ences.<
The system does not function properly if it has
not been reset, e.g. a flat tire is reported despite
correct tire inflation pressures.
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The system is inactive and cannot display a flat
tire if a wheel has been mounted without TPM
electronics or if TPM experiences temporary
interference from other systems or devices that
use the same radio frequency.
Status display on Control Display
The tire and system status is indicated by the
color of the tires.
TPM takes the fact that the tire pressure
changes during driving into account. A correc-
tion is only required if the color of the TPM dis-
play indicates that it is necessary.
Green
The tire pressure matches the learned set state.
"Status: TPM active" is displayed on the Con-
trol Display.
A wheel is yellow
There is a flat tire or a major drop in inflation
pressure in the indicated tire. A message
appears on the Control Display.
All wheels are yellow
There is a flat tire or a major drop in inflation
pressure in several tires. A message appears on
the Control Display.
Gray
The system cannot detect a flat tire.
Reasons for this can include:
> TPM is being reset
> Temporary interference due to systems or
devices that use the same radio frequency
> Malfunction
Resetting system
Reset the system again after each correc-
tion of the tire inflation pressure and after
every tire or wheel change.<
Resetting finishes during driving and which can
be interrupted at any time. When driving
resumes, resetting is continued automatically.
iDrive, for principle details, refer to page 16.
1. Press the button to open the start
menu.
2. Move the controller toward "Settings".
3. Select "Vehicle" and press the controller.
4. Select "TPM" and press the controller.
5. Start the engine, but do not begin to drive.
6. Select "RESET" and press the controller.
7. Select "YES" and press the controller.
8. Start to drive.
The tires are shown in gray and "Status:
Resetting TPM..." is displayed.
After a few minutes of driving, the set tire infla-
tion pressures in the tires are applied as the set
values to be monitored. Resetting finishes dur-
ing driving. The tires are shown in gray on the
Control Display and "Status: TPM active" is dis-
played again.
If a flat tire is detected during resetting
and applying the tire inflation pressures,
all tires are shown in yellow on the Control Dis-
play. The message "Status: Tire low!" is dis-
played.<
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Low tire pressure message
The warning lamp lights up yellow. A
message appears on the Control Dis-
play. In addition, a signal sounds. A flat
tire or a major air loss has occurred.
1. Reduce speed and stop the vehicle care-
fully. Avoid sudden braking and steering
maneuvers.
2. Check whether your vehicle is equipped
with standard tires or run-flat tires.
You will recognize run-flat tires by a
circular symbol containing the letters
RSC on the side of the tire, refer to
page 199.<
Standard tires
1. If all four wheels are shown in yellow, iden-
tify the damaged tire on the vehicle.
2. Replace the damaged wheel or wheels,
refer to Changing wheels on page 209.
The spare wheel is equipped with the neces-
sary TPM electronics and when mounted, will
also be monitored once the system has been
reset.
Have the tire replaced by a BMW center or a
workshop that is familiar with handling TPM and
works according to BMW repair procedures
with correspondingly trained personnel.
Run-flat tires*
1. Cautiously reduce speed to below 50 mph/
80 km/h. Avoid sudden braking and steer-
ing maneuvers. Do not exceed a speed of
50 mph/80 km/h.
If the vehicle is not equipped with run-
flat tires, refer to page 199, do not
continue to drive. Continued driving after a
flat tire can result in serious accidents.<
2. In the event of complete tire pressure loss,
0 psi/0 kPa, you can estimate the possible
distance for continued driving on the basis
of the following guide values:
> With a light load:
1 to 2 persons without luggage:
approx. 155 miles/250 km
> With a medium load:
2 persons, luggage compartment full, or
4 persons without luggage:
approx. 95 miles/150 km
> With a full load:
More than 4 persons, luggage compart-
ment full:
approx. 30 miles/50 km
Drive reservedly and do not exceed a
speed of 50 mph/80 km/h. In the event of
pressure loss, vehicle handling changes. This
includes reduced tracking stability in braking,
extended braking distance and altered natural
steering characteristics.
If unusual vibrations occur while the vehicle is
being driven, this can indicate final failure of the
damaged tire. Reduce speed and stop as soon
as possible; otherwise, pieces of the tire could
come loose and cause an accident. Do not con-
tinue driving, but instead contact your BMW
center.<
Malfunction
The yellow warning light flashes and
then lights up continuously. The tires
are shown in gray on the Control Dis-
play and a message is displayed. No flat tire can
be detected. Have system checked.
A message like this is displayed in the following
situations:
> When a malfunction is occurring.
Have the system checked.
> If a wheel without TPM electronics is
mounted.
> If TPM is temporarily interfered with by
other systems or devices which use the
same radio frequency.
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Brake force display
Left-hand picture: normal braking.
Right-hand picture: heavy braking.
Airbags
The following airbags are located under the
marked covers:
1 Front airbags
2 Head airbags
3 Side airbags in front and rear
*
4 Knee airbags
Protective action
To ensure that the safety systems con-
tinue to provide optimized protection,
please follow the adjustment instructions on
page 43.<
The front airbags help protect the driver and
front passenger by responding to frontal
impacts in which safety belts alone cannot pro-
vide adequate restraint. When needed, the
head and side airbags help provide protection in
the event of side impact. The relevant side air-
bag supports the side upper body area. The
head air bag supports the head. The knee air-
bags help protect the legs against impact
against the cockpit.
The airbags are deliberately not triggered in
every impact situation, e.g. less severe acci-
dents or rear-end collisions.
Do not apply adhesive materials to the
cover panels of the airbags, cover them or
modify them in any other way.
Do not attempt to remove the airbag retention
system from the vehicle. Never modify or
tamper with either the wiring or the individual
components in the airbag system. This cate-
gory includes the upholstery in the center of the
steering wheel, on the instrument panel, the
doors and the roof pillars along with the sides of
the headliner. Do not attempt to remove or dis-
mantle the steering wheel.
Do not touch the individual components
directly after the system has been triggered,
because there is a danger of burns. In the event
of malfunctions, deactivation, or triggering of
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the airbag restraint system, have the testing,
repair, removal, and disposal of airbag genera-
tors executed only by a BMW center or a work-
shop that works according to BMW repair pro-
cedures with correspondingly trained
personnel and has the required explosives
licenses. Unprofessional attempts to service
the system could lead to failure in an emer-
gency or undesired airbag activation, either of
which could result in personal injury.<
Warnings and information on the airbags is also
provided on the sun visors.
Automatic deactivation of front
passenger airbags
The occupation of the seat is detected by eval-
uating the impression on the occupied seat sur-
face of the front passenger seat. The system
appropriately activates or deactivates the front,
knee, and side airbag on the front passenger
side.
The current status of the front passenger
airbag, i.e. deactivated or activated, is
indicated by the indicator lamp over the interior
rearview mirror, refer to Operating state of front
passenger airbags in the following.<
Before transporting a child on the front
passenger seat, observe the safety infor-
mation and handling instructions under Trans-
porting children safely, refer to page 54.
The front, knee and side airbag on the front pas-
senger side can be deactivated for teenagers
and adults in certain seat positions; then the
indicator lamp for the front passenger airbags
lights up. In these cases, change the seat posi-
tion so that the front passenger airbags are acti-
vated and the indicator lamp goes out. If the
desired status cannot be produced by changing
the seat position, have the person ride in the
back. Do not place slip covers, seat cushions,
beaded mats, or other objects on the passenger
seat that are not specifically recommended by
BMW. Do not lay objects under the seat which
could press against the seat from below. Other-
wise, a correct evaluation of the occupied seat
surface cannot be ensured.<
Operating state of front passenger
airbags
The indicator lamp for the front passenger air-
bags indicates the operational status of the
front, knee and side airbag on the front passen-
ger side depending on the seat occupation. The
indicator lamp shows whether the front passen-
ger airbags are activated or deactivated.
> The indicator lamp lights up when a child in
a child restraint system intended for the
purpose is properly detected on the seat.
Front, knee and side airbag on the front
passenger side are deactivated.
> The indicator lamp does not light up when,
for example, a correctly seated person of
sufficient height is detected on the seat.
Front, knee and side airbag on the front
passenger side are activated.
> The indicator lamp does not light up when
the seat is empty.
The front, knee, and side airbags on the
front passenger side are not activated in
this case, though.
Operational readiness of the airbag
system
Once the radio ready position is reached, the
warning lamp lights up briefly, thus indicating
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the operational readiness of the entire airbag
system and the safety belt tensioners.
Airbag system malfunction
> Warning lamp does not light up from radio
ready state.
> Warning lamp lights up continuously.
Have the airbag system checked immedi-
ately in case of a malfunction; otherwise,
there is a danger that the airbag system may not
respond in the expected manner in an accident
despite an impact of corresponding intensity.<
BMW Night Vision*
The concept
BMW Night Vision is a driver assistance system
that is designed to provide enhanced vision for
certain objects at night. This can be especially
helpful for detecting people and larger animals.
When objects are detected, the driver may be
able to take appropriate action sooner. For
example, the driver may identify and detect the
presence of persons or animals in the road
ahead or off to the sides and can be more alert,
slow down or stop, blow the horn, etc. The
driver can decide which actions are appropriate
and then react accordingly.
A certain area in front of the vehicle is viewed by
an infrared camera and a generated image is
shown on the Control Display. The resulting
thermal image shows the relative heat radiation
of the objects present in the camera's field of
view. Warmer objects appear brighter and
cooler objects appear darker. Contrast is
dependent on the temperature difference
between the objects and the background and
on the amount of heat radiation of the object
itself. As a result, it is quite possible that a per-
son is not continually recognizable as a person
in shape, since the thermal radiation can be
affected by different clothing which blocks heat
loss. Objects with little temperature difference
to the surrounding area, or little heat radiation
are less noticeable, for example in cold weather.
Any improvement in detection depends on
many factors such as the object size and tem-
perature compared to the surroundings, or
other nearby objects, the visual recognition
skills of the driver, weather conditions, and
other factors.
Driving hints
With the system active, periodically but briefly,
glance at the thermal image on the Control Dis-
play to notice objects that could be people or
larger animals. The glance should be similar to
glancing at the rear view mirror. Do not stare at
the image for long periods while driving, as this
will take your attention away from the road. If
you notice an object of interest ahead, be pre-
pared to slow down or stop, blow the horn, or
take other appropriate action.
System limits
The system is designed to supplement but not
replace forward vision through the windshield.
The driver is responsible for safe driving at
night. BMW Night Vision is not designed to be
used as a continuous viewing window for driv-
ing at night.
No system, no matter how sophisticated, can
operate without limitations. BMW Night Vision
operation is subject to physical and environ-
mental limitations that will reduce the ability of
the system to detect and display a clear thermal
image. Some of the situations in which these
limitations can occur are:
> on steep hilltops or depressions and in tight
curves
> in tunnels, as the contrast is inherently low
> when the camera lens is dirty
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> in dense fog, heavy rain or snowfall
> when displaying very hot objects such as
transformers, car exhausts etc.
> when the image briefly freezes during nor-
mal system adjustment.
BMW Night Vision's potential benefits
can be limited by the driving style of the
driver, the size and relative temperature of the
detected objects, dirt or contamination on the
camera lens, adverse weather like snow, rain or
fog, and other factors not mentioned here. It will
always be the driver's responsibility to drive at a
speed and in a manner that recognizes potential
hazards and to adjust accordingly.
BMW Night Vision is not a substitute or replace-
ment for driver responsibility or for adapting to
the visibility conditions and the traffic situation.
The forward view illuminated by the headlamps
must always be the basis for making safe driv-
ing decisions; otherwise, a safety risk will
result.<
Activating BMW Night Vision
1. Turn the light switch to position 2 or 3, refer
to page 99.
2. Briefly press the button with the low beams
switched on.
The image will be displayed on the Control Dis-
play after a few seconds. Depending on the last
mode selected, either the normal or full screen
image will be displayed.
Due to the system's need to adjust periodically,
a still image is displayed at certain intervals for
fractions of a second. This is normal and not an
indication of a problem.
To prevent driving without headlamps, at a
speed of more than approx. 3 mph/5 km/h and
when dark, the thermal image on the Control
Display is only shown when the low beams are
on.
BMW Night Vision is not available on the
rear screen. When the system is active,
neither the navigation system nor BMW Assist
can be started from the rear screen.<
Deactivating BMW Night Vision
> Press the button.
> Press the button.
> Make a selection with the controller, i.e.:
change the radio station or make a phone
call. For iDrive details, refer to page 16.
Selecting settings
1. Activate BMW Night Vision.
2. Press the controller to display the menu
items.
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3. Select the menu item and press the control-
ler:
> "Zoom":
At higher speeds, the image is zoomed
in.
> "Curve mode":
Depending on the steering angle and
other parameters, the image section fol-
lows the course of the road to some
degree.
> "Full screen":
The image is shown on the entire Con-
trol Display.
> "Contrast":
The contrast of the screen can be
adjusted, refer to page 170.
> "Brightness":
The brightness of the screen can be
adjusted, refer to page 170.
The "Curve mode" can only be activated
with the "Zoom" function switched on.
With "Full screen" activated, "Curve mode" and
"Zoom" cannot be selected.<
The settings are stored for the remote control
currently in use.
To exit the menu:
The image will automatically disappear after
approx. 5 seconds, or select the return arrow
and press the controller to exit sooner.
Cleaning camera
The function of the camera may be affected by
heavy rain and fog, dirt, snow or ice on the lens.
When this occurs, the displayed image on the
Control Display may become gray.
To minimize icing the camera lens is automati-
cally heated. However, it may be necessary to
clean the camera lens manually under severe
weather conditions. When doing so, cautiously
remove any debris, ice or snow. To avoid dam-
age to the lens, do not use sharp or abrasive
instruments to clean ice, snow, or dirt off the
lens.
When the windshield is cleaned with the head-
lamps on, the camera lens area is automatically
sprayed as well. Refer to page 65.
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Lamps
Parking lamps/low beams
1 Parking lamps
2 Low beams and daytime running lamps
*
3 Automatic headlamp control, daytime run-
ning lamps
*
, Adaptive Head Light
*
, and
High-beam assistant
*
Parking lamps
In switch position 1, the front, rear and side
vehicle lighting is switched on. You can use the
parking lamps for parking. For lighting on one
side for parking as an additional feature, refer to
page 100.
The parking lamps drain the battery. Do
not leave them switched on for long peri-
ods of time; otherwise, it may no longer be pos-
sible to start the engine.<
Low beams
The low beams light up in switch position 2 only
with the engine running. Otherwise, the parking
lamps are lit.
Automatic headlamp control
In the switch position 3, the system activates
the low beams and switches them on or off in
response to changes in ambient light condi-
tions, for example in a tunnel, at dawn and dusk,
and in case of precipitation. The LED next to the
symbol is illuminated when the low beams are
on.
When driving into a tunnel with bright overhead
lighting, switching on of the lights may be
delayed.
A blue sky with the sun low on the horizon can
cause the lights to be switched on.
The low beams remain switched on
regardless of the ambient light when you
switch on the front fog lamps.
When daytime running lamps are activated, the
low beams are always switched into switch
position 3 whenever the ignition is switched
on.<
If so desired, the light switch can be left in the
position 3. The exterior lighting is automatically
switched off after switching off the vehicle.
The automatic headlamp control cannot
serve as a substitute for your personal
judgment in determining when the lamps
should be switched on in response to ambient
lighting conditions. For example, the sensors
cannot detect fog of hazy weather. To avoid
safety risks, you should always switch on the
lamps manually under these conditions.<
Pathway lighting
After parking the vehicle and switching off the
headlamps, you can use the headlamp flasher
control to activate the low beams for a period of
roughly 40 seconds.
Pressing the button on the remote control,
refer to page 33, also switches on the low
beams for approx. 40 seconds. In addition, the
door handle and interior lamps are switched on
for approx. 10 seconds.
Daytime running lamps*
If so desired, the light switch can remain in
position 2 or 3.
The exterior lighting is automatically switched
off after switching off the vehicle.
Switch on the parking lamps if required as
described under Parking lamps.
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Adaptive Head Light*
The concept
Adaptive Head Light is a variable headlamp
control system that enables dynamic illumina-
tion of the road surface. Depending on the
steering angle and other parameters, the light
from the headlamp follows the course of the
road.
Activating Adaptive Head Light
In switch position 3, the Adaptive Head Light is
activated and Automatic headlamp control is
switched on.
In order not to blind oncoming traffic, the Adap-
tive Head Light is not active when driving in
reverse and only points toward the passenger
side when the vehicle is stationary.
Malfunction
The LED above the symbol for automatic head-
lamp control flashes. Adaptive Head Light is
malfunctioning or has failed. Have the system
checked as soon as possible.
High beams/
roadside parking lamps
1 High beams
2 Headlamp flasher
3 Roadside parking lamps
Roadside parking lamps, left and right*
You also enjoy the option of lighting up just one
side of your vehicle when parking:
After parking the vehicle, press the lever in the
desired direction 3, past the resistance point.
The roadside parking lamps drain the bat-
tery. Do not leave them switched on for
long periods of time; otherwise, it may no longer
be possible to start the engine.<
High-beam assistant*
The concept
This system automatically switches the high
beams on and off again. A sensor on the front of
the inside rearview mirror controls this process.
The assistant ensures that the high beams are
switched on whenever the traffic situation
allows. This reduces the strain on you while at
the same time providing you with the best pos-
sible visibility. Of course, you can intervene at
any time and switch the high beams on and off
in the accustomed manner.
Activating high-beam assistant
1. Turn the light switch to switch position 3,
refer to page 99.
2. Press the turn signal lever in the high beam
direction with the low beams switched on.
The indicator lamp in the instrument
cluster lights up when the high-beam
assistant is activated. The assistant
automatically switches between high and low
beams, whereby the system reacts to oncom-
ing traffic and traffic ahead, as well as to suffi-
cient lighting, e.g. towns/cities.
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Manually switching between high and
low beams
You can intervene at any time you wish or the
situation requires.
> If the high-beam assistant has switched on
the high beams, but you want to use the low
beams, simply switch to the low beams with
the turn signal lever. The high-beam assis-
tant is deactivated in the process.
To reactivate the system, briefly press the
turn signal lever in the high beam direction
again.
> If the high-beam assistant has switched on
the low beams, but you want to use the high
beams, switch to the high beams in the
accustomed manner. The system is deacti-
vated in the process and you must switch to
the low beams manually.
To reactivate the system, briefly press the
turn signal lever in the high beam direction
again.
> You use the headlamp flasher as usual with
low beams.
System limits
The high-beam assistant cannot replace
personal decisions on the benefits of
using the high beams. In situations which
require this, you should therefore switch to the
low beams manually to avoid a safety risk.<
In the following example situations, the system
either does not operate or only operates to a
limited degree and a personal reaction may be
required:
> Under extremely unfavorable weather con-
ditions, such as heavy fog or precipitation.
> For perceiving road users with poor lighting
of their own, e.g. pedestrians, cyclists, peo-
ple on horseback, horse-drawn vehicles,
with train or ship traffic close to the road and
wild animals crossing the road.
> In tight curves, on steep crowns or depres-
sions, with cross traffic or partially con-
cealed oncoming traffic on the freeway.
> In poorly lit places and with highly reflective
signs.
> In the low speed range.
> When the windshield is dirty or covered with
stickers, decals etc. in the area of the inside
rearview mirror.
> When the sensor is dirty. Clean the sensor
on the front side of the inside rearview mir-
ror with a cloth moistened with a small
amount of glass cleaner.
Fog lamps
Briefly press the button to switch on/off.
Front fog lamps
The parking lamps or low beams must be
switched on for the fog lamps to operate. The
green indicator lamp on the Info Display lights
up whenever the fog lamps are on.
If the automatic headlamp control is acti-
vated, the low beams will come on auto-
matically when you switch on the fog lamps.<
Instrument lighting
You can adjust the lighting intensity with the
knurled wheel.
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Interior lamps
The interior lamps, footwell lamps, door entry
lighting and the perimeter lighting are con-
trolled automatically.
Switching interior lamps on and off
Briefly press the button.
If you want the interior lamps to remain off con-
tinuously, maintain pressure on the button for
approx. 3 seconds.
To revert to normal operation, briefly press the
button.
The button for the interior lamps in the rear pas-
senger area only switches these lamps on and
off.
Reading lamps
Reading lamps are provided in the front and
rear, adjacent to the interior lamps. They can be
switched on and off with the respective button
located next to the them.
To avoid discharging the battery, all of the
vehicle's interior lamps are automatically
extinguished approx. 15 minutes after the igni-
tion is switched off.<
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Climate
1 Automatic climate control
2 Airflow directed toward the windshield and
side windows
3 Air for upper body area
The knurled wheels in the center open and
close through an infinitely variable range to
control air supply while also adjusting the
air's direction, like the lower knurled wheels.
You can find more information on adjusting
for draft-free ventilation on page 107.
4 Air to footwell
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Automatic climate control
1 AUTO program, left side of passenger
compartment, refer to section below
2 Outside air/AUC Automatic recirculated-air
control/recirculated air 105
3 Switching off automatic climate
control 105
4 Temperature, left side of passenger
compartment 105
5 Maximum cooling 106
6 Air volume, left side of passenger
compartment 106
7 Defrosting windows and removing
condensation 106
8 Air volume, right side of passenger
compartment 106
9 Temperature, right side of passenger
compartment 105
10 Residual heat mode 106
11 Rear window defroster 107
12 Switching cooling function on and off
manually 107
13 AUTO program, right side of passenger
compartment, refer to section below
14 Air grille for interior temperature sensor –
please keep clear and unobstructed
15 Parked car ventilation 109
> lights up: activation time activated
> flashes: parked car ventilation
switched on
The current setting for air distribution is dis-
played on the Control Display, refer to
page 106.
A congenial climate
For almost all conditions, the AUTO program 1
offers the optimal air distribution and air vol-
ume. Select an interior temperature you find
pleasant.
The following section contains more detailed
information on the available setting options.
The settings are stored for the remote key cur-
rently in use.
AUTO program
The AUTO program handles the
adjustment of air distribution to the
windshield and side windows, in
the direction of the upper body, and in the foot-
well, as well as the adjustment of the air volume.
It also adapts your instructions for the tempera-
ture to outside influences throughout the year.
The cooling is switched on automatically with
the AUTO program. At the same time, a con-
densation sensor controls the program so as to
prevent window condensation as much as pos-
sible.
Intensity of AUTO program
You can adjust the intensity of the AUTO pro-
gram by repeatedly pressing the AUTO button.
If you briefly press the button, the current set-
ting is displayed in the lower status line of the
Control Display.
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You can also adjust the intensity of the AUTO
program via iDrive.
iDrive, for principle details, refer to page 16.
1. Press the button to open the start
menu.
2. Move the controller toward "Climate".
3. Turn the controller to select driver's side or
passenger side.
4. Turn the controller to select the field.
5. Press the controller repeatedly until the
desired program is displayed:
> "low"
> "medium"
> "high"
Automatic recirculated air control/
recirculated air mode
You can respond to unpleasant
odors or pollutants in the immedi-
ate environment by temporarily
suspending the supply of outside air. The sys-
tem then recirculates the air currently within the
vehicle. In AUC mode, a sensor detects pollut-
ants in the outside air and controls the shut-off
automatically.
Press the button repeatedly to run through the
following control sequence:
> LEDs off: outside air flows into the vehicle
continuously.
> Left LED on, AUC mode: the system
detects pollutants in the outside air and
responds by blocking the supply of outside
air when required.
> Right LED on, recirculated-air mode: the
supply of outside air into the vehicle is con-
tinuously blocked.
If condensation starts to form on the
inside window surfaces during operation
in the recirculated-air mode, you should switch
it off while also increasing air supply as
required. Make sure that air can flow to the
windshield, e.g. by pressing the AUTO button.
The recirculated-air mode should not be used
over a longer period of time, as the air quality
inside the vehicle deteriorates continuously.<
Switching off automatic climate control
The air volume, the heater, and the
air conditioner mode are all
switched off.
You can restart the automatic climate control by
pressing any of its buttons except the REST
button.
Temperature adjustment
You can turn to select the desired
temperatures for the driver's and
passenger sides. Your settings
appear on the status line of the
Control Display. The number
shown in the display provides a general indica-
tion of interior temperature.
The automatic climate control adjusts this tem-
perature as quickly as possible at any time of
year, if necessary with the maximum cooling or
heating capacity, and then keeps it constant.
When switching between different tem-
perature settings in rapid succession, the
automatic climate control does not have suffi-
cient time to achieve the set temperature.<
Using iDrive
1. Open the start menu.
2. Open "Climate".
3. Turn the controller to select driver's side or
passenger side.
4. Turn the controller to select the field and
press the controller.
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5. Turn the controller to adjust the tempera-
ture:
> Turn toward the left, toward blue: colder
> Turn toward the right, toward red:
warmer
6. Press the controller to save the setting.
Maximum cooling
Maximally cooled air is obtained as
quickly as possible from an outside
temperature above 327/06 and
with the engine running.
The automatic climate control
changes over to the lowest temperature and
switches into the recirculated-air mode. The
maximum air quantity only flows out of the vents
for the upper body, so open these vents for
maximum cooling.
Air volume
You can vary the air volume by
turning. You can reactivate the
automatic air supply mode by
pressing the AUTO button.
Manual air distribution
You can adapt the air distribution to your own
personal preferences:
1. Open the start menu.
2. Open "Climate".
3. Turn the controller to select driver's side or
passenger side.
4. Select the desired field and press the con-
troller.
1 Airflow directed toward the windshield and
side windows
2 Air to the upper body
3 Air to footwell
You can only use the condensation sensor in
the AUTO program. Press the AUTO button
when you notice condensation on windows and
want to use the advantages of the condensation
sensor.
Defrosting windows and removing
condensation
Quickly remove ice and condensa-
tion from the windshield and front
side windows.
Residual heat
The system uses the warmth
stored in the engine to heat the
interior when the ignition is off, e.g.
while the vehicle is stopped at a
railroad crossing.
The function can be switched on when the fol-
lowing conditions are met:
> up to 15 minutes after switching off the
engine
> with the engine at operating temperature
> with sufficient battery voltage
> at an outside temperature below 777/
256
The LED lights up when the function is
switched on.
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The interior temperature, air volume, and air
distribution can be set starting from the radio
ready state.
Switching cooling function on and off
manually
When activated, the air conditioner
mode cools and dehumidifies the
incoming air, reheating it as
required, depending on the temperature set-
ting. Depending on the weather, the windshield
may fog over briefly when the engine is started.
The cooling function is switched on automati-
cally with the AUTO program. The passenger
compartment can only be cooled with the
engine running.
Rear window defroster
The rear window defroster
switches off automatically after a
while.
Front ventilation
1 Knurled wheels for smoothly opening and
closing the air vents
2 Knurled wheels for changing airflow direc-
tion
Ventilation for cooling
Adjust the vents to direct the flow of cool air in
your direction, for instance, if the interior has
become too warm, etc.
Draft-free ventilation
Set the vent outlets so that the air flows past
you and is not directed straight at you.
Ventilation in rear
1 Knurled wheel for smoothly opening and
closing the air vents
1 Knurled wheels for smoothly opening and
closing the air vents
2 Levers for changing airflow direction
3 Knurled wheels
*
for setting temperature:
> Turn toward blue: colder
> Turn toward red: warmer
Microfilter/activated-charcoal filter
The microfilter removes dust and pollen from
the incoming air. The activated-charcoal filter
provides additional protection by filtering gas-
eous pollutants from the outside air. Your BMW
center replaces this combined filter as a stan-
dard part of your scheduled maintenance.
You can select a display of more detailed infor-
mation in the service required display, refer to
page 78.
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Rear air conditioner*
The following settings and operating modes
can be selected and adjusted separately on the
left and right sides:
1 Adjusting cooling
2 Maximum cooling
3 Varying air volume manually
4 Switching off rear air conditioner
Switching on rear air conditioner
> Select maximum cooling 2
> or press the OFF button 4 again
> or select "Rear climate control" via iDrive
and press the controller, refer to Switching
on/off via iDrive
Adjusting cooling
You can also set the system to pro-
vide the desired level of cooling by
turning. We recommend setting
the system for moderate cooling.
When you start the vehicle, this
system ensures that the selected setting is
achieved as quickly as possible. It then main-
tains this temperature, regardless of the sea-
son.
Manually adjusting air volume
You can vary the air volume by
turning.
Maximum cooling
This program quickly provides
maximum cooling.
The system automatically switches to the recir-
culated-air mode and the maximum air volume
flows from the ventilation grilles. For this rea-
son, you should ensure that these vents are
open before selecting this program.
Switching off rear air conditioner
The air conditioner mode is
switched off.
Press the button again to switch back on.
Switching on/off via iDrive
iDrive, for principle details, refer to page 16.
1. Press the button to open the start
menu.
2. Move the controller toward "Climate".
3. Select "Extra" and press the controller.
4. Select "Rear climate control" and press the
controller.
The maximum cooling mode is automati-
cally activated when you switch on the
rear air conditioner via iDrive.<
To switch off, select "Rear climate control"
again and press the controller.
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Ventilation in rear
Use the lever 1 to vary the airflow direction.
For additional information on rear ventilation
options, refer to page 107.
Parked car ventilation
The parked car ventilation blows air into the
passenger compartment to reduce interior tem-
peratures.
You can set two different times for the system
to start. The system is operated via iDrive.
It remains switched on for 30 minutes.
Since the system uses a substantial amount of
electrical current, you should refrain from acti-
vating it twice in succession without allowing
the battery to be recharged in normal operation
between uses.
With a preselected switch-on time, the parked
car ventilation is switched on at an outside tem-
perature of 59 7/156 or greater. When oper-
ated manually, it is ready for use at any outside
temperature, but not during driving.
The air enters the passenger compartment
through the air vents for the upper body in the
dashboard, which can be adjusted for both
direction and airflow. These vents must be
open for the system to operate.
Switching on and off directly
iDrive, for principle details, refer to page 16.
1. Press the button to open the start
menu.
2. Move the controller toward "Climate".
3. Select "Parked car" and press the control-
ler.
4. Select "Indep. ventil." and press the con-
troller.
The parked car ventilation is switched
on.
LED on the automatic climate control
flashes.
5. Select "Indep. ventil." again and press the
controller to switch off.
Preselecting activation time
iDrive, for principle details, refer to page 16.
1. Press the button to open the start
menu.
2. Move the controller toward "Climate".
3. Select "Parked car" and press the control-
ler.
4. Select "Set time 1" or "Set time 2" and
press the controller.
5. Enter the desired time:
> Turn to change the setting.
> Press the controller to adopt the setting.
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Activating timer
iDrive, for principle details, refer to page 16.
1. Press the button to open the start
menu.
2. Move the controller toward "Climate".
3. Select "Parked car" and press the control-
ler.
4. Select "Time 1" or "Time 2" and press the
controller.
The activation time is activated.
LED on the automatic climate control lights
up.
LED on the automatic climate control flashes
when the system has switched on.
The parked car ventilation is only avail-
able for activation within the next
24 hours. After this, the time will have to be
reconfirmed.<
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Integrated universal remote
control*
The concept
The integrated universal remote control can
replace as many as three hand-held transmit-
ters for various remote-controlled accessories,
such as door openers and house alarm sys-
tems. The integrated universal remote control
registers and stores signals from the original
hand-held transmitters.
The signal of an original hand-held transmitter
can be programmed into one of the three mem-
ory buttons 1. Then the respective devices can
be actuated using the programmed memory
buttons. The LED 2 flashes to confirm trans-
mission of the signal.
Should you sell your vehicle one day, be sure to
delete the stored programs beforehand for your
security, refer to page 112.
To prevent possible damage or injury,
during programming or before each use
of the programmed device by the integrated
universal remote control, always inspect the
immediate area to make certain that no people,
animals or objects are within the swiveling and
movement range of the device. Also, comply
with the safety precautions of the original hand-
held transmitter.<
Checking compatibility
If you see this symbol on the packaging
or in the manual supplied with the orig-
inal hand-held transmitter, it is safe to
assume that it is compatible with the integrated
universal remote control.
If you have additional questions, please contact
your BMW center or call: 1-800-355-3515.
Information is also provided on the Internet at:
www.bmwusa.com or
www.homelink.com.
HomeLink is a registered trademark of
Johnson Controls, Inc.
Programming
1 Memory buttons
2 LED
Fixed-code hand-held transmitters
1. Switch on the ignition.
2. When using for the first time: press both
outer buttons 1 for approx. 20 seconds,
maintaining pressure until the LED 2 starts
to flash. The three memory buttons 1 are
cleared.
3. Hold the original hand-held transmitter at a
distance of approx. 2in/5cm to 8in/20cm
from the memory buttons 1.
The required distance between the
hand-held transmitter and memory
buttons 1 depends on the relevant system
of the original hand-held transmitter used.<
4. Simultaneously press the transmit button
on the original hand-held transmitter and
the desired memory button 1 of the inte-
grated universal remote control. The LED 2
flashes slowly at first. As soon as the LED 2
flashes rapidly, release both buttons. If the
LED 2 does not flash rapidly after approx.
15 seconds, alter the distance.
5. To program other original hand-held trans-
mitters, repeat steps 3 and 4.
The corresponding memory button 1 is now
programmed with the signal of the original
hand-held transmitter.
You can operate the system when the engine is
running or when the ignition is switched on.
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If the device cannot be operated after
repeated programming, check whether
the original hand-held transmitter uses an alter-
nating-code system. To do so, either read the
instructions of the original hand-held transmit-
ter or press and hold down the programmed
memory button 1 of the integrated universal
remote control. If the LED 2 on the integrated
universal remote control flashes rapidly for a
short time and then remains lit for approx.
2 seconds, then this indicates that the original
hand-held transmitter is equipped with an alter-
nating-code system. In the case of an alternat-
ing-code system, program the memory but-
tons 1 as described in the Alternating-code
transmitters section below.<
Alternating-code transmitters
Consult the operating instructions of the unit
you wish to set when programming the univer-
sal remote control. You will find information
there on the possibilities for synchronization.
When programming hand-held transmitters
that employ an alternating code, please follow
the supplementary instructions below:
Programming will be easier with the aid of
a second person.<
1. Park your vehicle within the range of the
remote-controlled device.
2. Program the integrated universal remote
control as described above in the Fixed-
code hand-held transmitters section.
3. Locate the button on the receiver of the
device you want to set up, e.g. on the upper
section of its motor.
4. Press the button on the receiver of the
device you want to set up. After step 4, you
have approx. 30 seconds for step 5.
5. Press the programmable memory button 1
on the integrated universal remote control
three times.
The corresponding memory button 1 is now
programmed with the signal of the original
hand-held transmitter.
If you have any additional questions,
please contact your BMW center.<
Clearing memory buttons
Press both outer buttons 1 for approx. 20 sec-
onds, maintaining pressure until the LED 2
starts to flash:
All of the memory buttons have been cleared.
It is not possible to clear individual memory
buttons 1.
Roller sun blinds*
Rear window blind
Briefly press the button on the driver's door with
the ignition in radio ready state or higher.
Roller sun blinds for rear side windows
1 Quarter window blind
2 Side window blind
3 Rear window blind
4 Switching to the other side
Briefly press the corresponding button with the
ignition in radio ready state or higher.
The side window blind can not be
extended unless the side window is
closed. If the window is open, the blind will rise
slightly prior to immediately retracting to its
original position.<
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To avoid injuries, make sure that the clos-
ing region of the roller blind is clear.
Press the safety switch on the driver's door,
refer to page 40. The LED must light up. This
precaution prevents children from operating
the sun blinds using the rear switches, etc.
When leaving the vehicle parked, remove the
remote control from the ignition lock and close
the doors; this precaution prevents children
from operating the roller sun blinds and injuring
themselves.<
Automatically extending and retracting
sun blinds
You can run the sun blinds up and down
together when you press and hold the button 3
longer.
Glove compartment
Opening
Press button. The glove compartment opens
automatically and the light comes on.
Closing
Fold the cover up.
To prevent injury in the event of an acci-
dent, close the glove compartment
immediately after use.<
Rechargeable flashlight
The flashlight is located on the left side of the
glove compartment.
The flashlight can remain plugged in continu-
ously. Remove the flashlight from the socket
when needed.
Be sure that the flashlight is switched off
when it is inserted into its holder. Failure
to comply with this precaution could lead to
overcharging and damage.<
Front center armrest
A storage compartment is located in the center
armrest between the front seats. Briefly press
the buttons to open.
1 Open the right cover
2 Open the left cover
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A removable coin holder is provided in the front
of the compartment. Briefly press to open.
The mat inside the compartment can be
removed for cleaning.
Depending upon your equipment package, any
of the following may be located in the storage
compartment:
> Removable CD holder
*
> Folding, removable storage compartment
*
,
e.g. for glasses or mobile phone
> Folding, removable waste receptacle
*
.
Locking storage compartment
You can use the key to lock the storage com-
partment in the armrest.
For example, at a hotel you want to lock
the luggage compartment lid separately,
refer to page 35. Then lock the armrest storage
compartment and hand over only the remote
control without the key, refer to page 30. This
prevents unauthorized access to the armrest
storage compartment and the luggage com-
partment.<
Ventilating storage compartment
You can use the knurled wheel in the storage
compartment to open and close the vent.
Depending on the automatic climate con-
trol setting, the temperature in the stor-
age compartment may be higher than in the rest
of the passenger compartment. Close the vent
as required.<
The temperature in the storage compartment
depends on the setting for the upper body area,
refer to page 105.
Center armrest, rear
Before folding down the armrest, adjust
the head restraint to its lowest position,
refer to page 47.<
To open the storage compartment:
Press the button in the handle recess and fold
up the cover.
Rear comfort seat*
Before folding down the armrest, adjust
the head restraint to its lowest position,
refer to page 47.<
To open the storage compartment:
Press the button and fold up the cover.
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Storage compartments
Clothes hooks
Clothes hooks are located near the grab han-
dles in the rear.
When suspending clothing from the
hooks ensure that it will not obstruct the
driver's vision. Do not hang heavy objects on
the hooks. If you do so, they could cause per-
sonal injury to occupants during braking or eva-
sive maneuvers.<
Glasses compartment
Briefly press the button to open.
You can remove the insert tray for cleaning.
Storage compartment in center
console
Briefly press the button to open.
Cup holders
Front
Below the sliding covers.
Do not place glass containers in the cup
holders; otherwise, there is a danger of
injury in an accident.<
Rear
In the front of the rear seat cushion's center.
Briefly press to open; slide back to close.
Ashtray, front
Opening
Push cover on recess toward front.
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To extinguish a cigarette, tap off the ash and
gently press the tip into the funnel.
Emptying
Press the button, refer to arrow. The ashtray
lifts up and can be removed.
Cigarette lighter, front
Push down.
The lighter can be removed as soon as it pops
back out.
Hold or touch the hot cigarette lighter by
the knob only. Holding or touching it in
other areas could result in burns.
The cigarette lighter works even if the remote
control has been removed from the ignition. For
this reason, do not leave children unattended in
the vehicle; otherwise, there is a chance they
could injure themselves.<
Power socket
With the ignition switched on, the cigarette
lighter socket can be used to plug in hand flash-
lights, car vacuum cleaners, etc. with power rat-
ings of up to approx. 200 W at 12 V. Avoid dam-
aging the socket by inserting plugs that are the
wrong shape or size.
When the ignition is switched off, the
power supply to all electrical sockets is
switched off after approx. 1 hour.<
Power socket
An additional power socket is located in the
front passenger's footwell.
To gain access, fold the cover cap up.
Ashtray, rear
Emptying
Press the cover entirely open. The ashtray lifts
up and can be removed.
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Cigarette lighter, rear
Refer to Cigarette lighter, front.
Rear refrigerator*
The rear refrigerator is located behind the rear
seats' center armrest.
Switching on/off
1. Switch on the ignition
2. Press button.
The LED in the button lights up.
3. Press the button again to switch off the rear
refrigerator.
When the ignition is switched off, this also
switches off the rear refrigerator.
When a low voltage is reached, it is automati-
cally switched off to protect the vehicle battery.
The LED in the button flashes.
High temperatures in the luggage com-
partment can affect the temperature in
the rear refrigerator.<
With rear air conditioner
When switched on, the rear refrigerator is con-
trolled by the rear air conditioner.
To adjust the cooling capacity and increase the
airflow volume, refer to page 108.
Without rear air conditioner
When switched on, the rear refrigerator is con-
trolled by the automatic air conditioning sys-
tem.
To adjust the temperature and increase the air-
flow volume, refer to pages 105, 106.
Releasing
Pull on the opener and fold the cooler forward.
Switching on/off via iDrive*
iDrive, for principle details, refer to page 16.
1. Press the button to open the start
menu.
2. Move the controller toward "Climate".
3. Select "Extra" and press the controller.
4. Select "Rear refrigerator" and press the
controller.
Select "Rear refrigerator" again and press the
controller to switch off.
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Ski bag*
Designed for safe, convenient transport of up to
4 pairs of standard skis or up to 2 snowboards.
The ski bag itself plus the additional capacity
provided by the luggage compartment make it
possible to stow skis with a length of up to
6.9 ft/2.10 m. When skis of 6.9 ft/2.10 m in
length are loaded, the ski bag will tend to con-
tract, reducing its overall capacity.
Loading
1. Fold down the center armrest in the rear
backrest.
2. Pull on the handle and open the cover panel.
3. Remove the cover panel
*
and place it on
the controller in the rear.
4. To open the cover panel in the luggage
compartment:
Press the handle and slide it to the right.
5. Place the ski bag between the front seats
and load it. The zipper gives you easy
access to the stowed items and facilitates
drying of the ski bag.
Only stow clean skis in the ski bag. Wrap sharp
edges so that no damage occurs.
Securing cargo
After loading, secure the ski bag and its con-
tents. Tighten the retaining strap on the ten-
sioning buckle for this purpose.
Failure to secure the ski bag with the
retaining strap could endanger occupants
during braking or evasive maneuvers.<
Stowing ski bag
1. To close the cover panel in the luggage
compartment:
Press the handle and slide it to the left.
2. Fold the ski bag and store it in the compart-
ment.
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3. Snap the cover into place as shown.
4. Close the cover panel.
Luggage compartment
Net*
You can use the net to store smaller objects
against the bulkhead separating the luggage
compartment from the rear seats.
Do not stow objects behind the side trim
panels on the left and right in the luggage
compartment; otherwise, the electrical parts
could overheat and be damaged.<
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Driving tips
This chapter is designed to provide you
with extra support by supplying information
useful in dealing with specific driving
and operating conditions.
Driving tips
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Things to remember when driving
Breaking-in
Moving parts need time to adjust to one
another. To ensure that your vehicle continues
to furnish optimized economy of operation
throughout an extended service life, we request
that you devote careful attention to the follow-
ing information.
Engine and differential
Always obey all official speed limits.
Up to 1,200 miles/2,000 km
Drive with changing engine and vehicle speeds,
but do not exceed:
4500 rpm or 100 mph/160 km/h
Avoid full-throttle operation and use of the
transmission's kick-down mode during these
initial miles.
From 1,200 miles/2,000 km
The engine and vehicle speed can gradually be
increased.
Tires
Due to technical factors associated with their
manufacture, tires do not achieve their full trac-
tion potential until after an initial break-in
period. Therefore, drive reservedly during the
first 200 miles/300 km.
Brake system
Brakes require an initial break-in period of
approx. 300 miles/500 km to achieve optimized
contact and wear patterns between brake pads
and rotors.
Following component replacements
Follow the break-in sequence again if compo-
nents addressed above must be replaced again
during subsequent driving.
General driving notes
Closing luggage compartment lid
Operate the vehicle only when the lug-
gage compartment lid is completely
closed. Otherwise, exhaust fumes could pene-
trate into the passenger compartment.<
If special circumstances should make it abso-
lutely necessary to operate the vehicle with the
luggage compartment lid open:
1. Close all windows and the glass sunroof.
2. Adjust the automatic climate control's
blower to supply a high rate of airflow, refer
to page 106.
Hot exhaust system
As in all vehicles, extremely high temper-
atures are generated on exhaust system.
Do not remove the heat shields installed adja-
cent to it, and never apply undercoating to
them. When driving, standing at idle, and park-
ing, take care to avoid possible contact
between the hot exhaust system and any highly
flammable materials such as hay, leaves, grass,
etc. Such contact could lead to a fire, accompa-
nied by the risk of serious property damage and
personal injury.<
Mobile communications devices in
vehicle
BMW does not recommend using mobile
communications devices, e.g. mobile
phones, inside the vehicle without a direct con-
nection to an outside antenna. Otherwise, the
vehicle electronics and mobile communications
device can affect each other. In addition, there
is no assurance that the radiation which results
during transmission will be discharged from the
vehicle interior.<
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Interior and exterior mirrors,
automatic dimming feature*
Two photocells in the interior rearview mirror
control this function. One is integrated into the
mirror's lens, the other is located offset from
this on the rear of the mirror housing.
For trouble-free operation, keep the photocells
clean and do not cover the area between the
interior rearview mirror and the windshield. Do
not attach any kind of stickers to the windshield
in front of the mirror either.
Hydroplaning
When driving on wet or slushy roads,
reduce road speed. If you do not, a wedge
of water can form between tires and road sur-
face. This phenomenon is referred to as hydro-
planing, and is characterized by a partial or
complete loss of contact between tires and
road surface, ultimately undermining your abil-
ity to steer and brake the vehicle.<
Driving through water
Only drive through water with a maximum
depth of 1 ft/30 cm, and then only at walk-
ing speed at the most. Otherwise, you run the
risk of damaging the vehicle's engine, electrical
systems, and transmission.<
Safe braking
Your BMW is equipped with ABS as standard
equipment. In situations that require it, it is best
to apply the brakes fully. Since the vehicle
maintains steering responsiveness, you can
nevertheless avoid possible obstacles with a
minimum of steering effort.
Pulsation at the brake pedal combines with
sounds from the hydraulic circuits to indicate to
the driver that ABS is in its active mode.
Driving in wet conditions
When driving in wet conditions and in heavy
rain, it is a good idea to apply light pressure to
the brake pedal every few miles. Monitor traffic
conditions to ensure that this maneuver does
not endanger other road users. The heat gener-
ated helps dry the pads and rotors to ensure
that full braking efficiency will then be available
when you need it.
Hills
To prevent overheating and reduced effi-
ciency of the brake system, drive long or
steep downhill grades in the gear that requires
the least amount of braking. Otherwise, even
light but consistent pedal pressure can lead to
high temperatures, brake wear and possibly
even brake failure.<
You can further enhance the engine's braking
action by selecting a lower gear in the automatic
transmission's manual mode, downshifting as
far as first gear on extremely steep stretches,
refer to page 63. This strategy helps you avoid
placing excessive loads on the brake system.
Do not drive in idle or with the engine
switched off; otherwise, there will be no
engine braking action or support of the braking
force and steering.
Never allow floor mats, carpets or any other
objects to protrude into the area of movement
of the pedals and impair their operation.<
Corrosion on brake rotors
When the vehicle is driven only occasionally,
during extended periods when the vehicle is not
used at all, and in operating conditions where
brake applications are less frequent, there is an
increased tendency for corrosion to form on
rotors, while contaminants accumulate on the
brake pads. This occurs because the minimal
pressure that must be exerted by the pads dur-
ing brake applications to clean the rotors is not
reached.
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Should corrosion form on the brake rotors, the
brakes will tend to respond with a pulsating
effect that even extended application will fail to
cure.
When vehicle is parked
Condensation forms in the automatic climate
control during operation, and then exits under
the vehicle. Traces of condensed water under
the vehicle are therefore normal.
Before driving into a car wash
1. Fold in the exterior mirrors, refer to page 50;
otherwise, they could be damaged due to
the width of the vehicle.
For the vehicle to be able to roll, follow the
instructions on page 58.
2. Release the parking brake, especially when
you have activated Automatic Hold. Refer to
page 59.
Cargo loading
To avoid loading the tires beyond their
approved carrying capacity, never over-
load the vehicle. Overloading can lead to over-
heating and increases the rate at which damage
develops inside the tires. The ultimate result
can come in the form of a sudden blow-out.<
Determining loading limit
1. Locate the following statement on your
vehicle's door pillar
*
:
The combined weight of occupants
and cargo should never exceed
XXX lbs. or YYY kg; otherwise, the vehicle
may be damaged and unstable driving con-
ditions may result.<
2. Determine the combined weight of the
driver and passengers that will be riding in
your vehicle.
3. Subtract the combined weight of the driver
and passenger from XXX lbs. or YYY kg.
4. The resulting figure equals the available
amount of cargo and luggage load capacity.
For example, if the XXX amount equals
1,400 lbs. and there will be five 150-lb. pas-
sengers in your vehicle, the amount of avail-
able cargo and luggage load capacity is
650 lbs.:
1400 lbs. minus 750 lbs. = 650 lbs.
5. Determine the combined weight of luggage
and cargo being loaded into the vehicle.
That weight may not safely exceed the
available cargo and luggage load capacity
calculated in step 4.
6. If your vehicle will be towing a trailer, part of
the load from your trailer will be transferred
to your vehicle. Consult the manual for
transporting a trailer to determine how this
may reduce the available cargo and luggage
load capacity of your vehicle.
Load
The permitted load is the total of the weight of
occupants and cargo/luggage. The greater the
weight of occupants, the less cargo/luggage
can be transported.
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Stowing cargo
> Place heavy cargo as far forward and as low
as possible, placing it directly behind the
bulkhead behind the rear seats.
> Cover sharp edges and corners.
> For very heavy cargo when the rear seat is
not occupied, secure each outside rear
safety belt in the opposite buckle.
Securing cargo
> Use the luggage net
*
or securing straps to
secure small and lightweight luggage and
cargo.
> Heavy-duty straps
*
for securing larger and
heavier objects are available at your BMW
center. Four lashing eyes for attaching
these heavy-duty straps are provided in the
luggage compartment, refer to illustration.
> Please follow the special instructions sup-
plied with the heavy-duty straps.
Always position and secure the load as
described above. If you do not, it can
endanger the passengers, for example during
braking or evasive maneuvers.
Attach heavy-duty straps only to the lashing
eyes, refer to illustration, otherwise, the heavy-
duty straps could come loose or the vehicle
could be damaged.
Never exceed either the approved gross vehicle
weight or either of the approved axle loads, refer
to page 220, as excessive loads can impair the
operational safety of the vehicle and may also
put you in violation of highway safety laws.
You should never transport heavy or hard
objects unsecured in the passenger compart-
ment, as they could fly around and pose a safety
hazard to the vehicle's occupants during abrupt
braking or evasive maneuvers.<
Roof-mounted luggage rack*
A special rack system is available as an option
for your BMW. Please comply with the precau-
tions included with the installation instructions.
Anchorage points
The anchorage points are located inside the
door openings.
Loading roof rack
Because roof racks raise the vehicle's center of
gravity when loaded, they have a major effect on
its handling and steering response.
You should therefore always remember not to
exceed the approved roof load capacity, the
approved gross vehicle weight or the axle loads
when loading the rack.
You can find the specified weights under
Weights starting on page 220.
Make sure that the roof load is distributed
evenly, and that it does not extend outward to
beyond the limits of the loading surface. Always
load the heaviest pieces first – on the bottom.
Be sure that adequate clearance is maintained
for raising the glass sunroof, and that objects do
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not project into the opening path of the luggage
compartment lid.
Secure roof-mounted cargo correctly and
securely to prevent it from shifting or falling off
as you drive.
Drive smoothly. Avoid sudden acceleration and
braking maneuvers. Take corners gently.
Entry/pass tags
Infrared windshield technology has been used
on your vehicle to minimize solar heating of the
vehicle interior. This technology also reduces
the ability of electronic devices to transmit and
receive through the windshield, which will
impair their performance and operating range.
If you want to place an electronic toll collection
device or entry/pass tags behind the wind-
shield, please use the area marked in the illus-
tration. This area is clearly visible from inside
the vehicle.
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Navigation
This section contains various examples that
illustrate how the navigation system provides
you with reliable guidance to your destination.
Navigation
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Starting navigation system
Your navigation system can use satellites to
ascertain the precise position of your vehicle
and guide you reliably to any destination you
enter.
Navigation CD/DVD
Installation location navigation drive
Behind the left side panel in the luggage com-
partment.
You can use navigation CDs, versions 2001-1
and later, and navigation DVDs in your naviga-
tion computer.
To ensure that your vehicle's navigation system
has access to the latest highway system infor-
mation, always load the most recent CD/DVD
version of the digital road map.
As is the case with conventional road maps, the
navigation CDs/DVDs are subject to periodic
updates to ensure that they reflect the latest
information and surveys.
Navigation CDs/DVDs are available at
your BMW center.<
Inserting navigation CDs/DVDs
Navigation CDs/DVDs are being inserted into
the navigation player.
1. Insert the navigation CD/DVD with the
labeled side up.
2. Wait a few seconds until the CD/DVD con-
tents are read.
Removing navigation CD/DVD
1. Press the button.
2. Remove navigation CD/DVD.
Display in assistance
window*
You can also view the route guidance in the
assistance window; it then remains visible when
you select a new menu.
iDrive, for principle details, refer to page 16.
1. Press the button to open the start
menu.
2. Move the controller toward "Navigation".
3. Press the controller as needed.
4. Select "Split" and press the controller.
The route is shown in various views in the
assistance window during route guidance,
refer to Displaying route page 143:
> North orientation
> Direction of travel
> Perspective
> Arrow display
*
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Destination input
When entering your destination, you can select
from among the following options:
> Entering destination manually, see below.
> Selecting destination using a map, refer to
page 134.
> Selecting destination using information,
refer to page 135.
> Selecting from among recent destinations,
refer to page 137.
> Selecting destination from address book,
refer to page 138.
> Selecting home address, refer to page 140.
After selecting your destination you can pro-
ceed to start the route guidance, refer to
page 143.
Operating navigation system
Enter data only when the vehicle is sta-
tionary, and always give priority to the
applicable traffic regulations in the event of any
contradiction between traffic and road condi-
tions and the instructions issued by the naviga-
tion system. If you do not observe this precau-
tion, you may be in violation of the law, and can
endanger vehicle occupants and other road
users.<
iDrive, for principle details, refer to page 16.
1. Press the button to open the start
menu.
2. Move the controller toward "Navigation".
Entering destination
manually
The system relies on a wordmatch principle to
make it easier for you to enter the names or
towns or streets. It supports various spellings
as well as automatic name completion, refer to
page 142.
1. Select "Dest. input" and press the control-
ler.
2. Select "New dest." and press the controller.
3. Select "ABC..." and press the controller.
The system also assists you with the following
features:
> If you do not enter a street, the system will
guide you to the downtown area of a town or
city.
> Depending on the data stored on your navi-
gation CD/DVD, you can also enter the
house or building number on some streets.
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> You can skip the entry of country and city if
the existing entries should be retained for
your new destination.
Using the voice command system:
Entering name
You do not absolutely have to enter a name to
use route guidance or to store an address in the
list, but assigning each address a name can
make it easier for you to recognize the
addresses in a list.
1. Select "Name" and press the controller.
2. Turn to select the letters, then confirm your
selections by pressing.
> To enter a blank space:
Select the symbol and press the
controller.
> To delete the last letter entered:
Select the symbol and press the con-
troller.
> To cancel selection:
Select the arrow and press the con-
troller.
3. Select the name shown in the lower half of
the Control Display and press the controller.
Selecting country
When the name of a country appears in white
letters on the Control Display, this indicates that
data for more than one country is stored on the
navigation CD/DVD.
1. Select "Country" or the country displayed
and press the controller.
A list of available countries appears in the
display.
2. Select country of destination of state and
press the controller.
In order to be able to start the route guidance,
you must at least enter the destination town/
city.
Entering destination via town/city
name
1. Select "Town/City" or the town/city dis-
played and press the controller.
2. Select the first letters and press the control-
ler.
A list of all towns/cities starting with this let-
ter appears on the Control Display.
3. Enter additional letters if necessary.
The list gradually grows smaller each time
you enter a new letter.
> To enter a blank space:
Select the symbol and press the
controller.
> To delete the last letter entered:
Select the symbol and press the con-
troller.
1. {Navigation}.
2. {Destination input}.
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> To cancel selection:
Select the arrow and press the con-
troller.
4. Turn the controller to select place names in
the list and press the controller.
Entering destination with zip code*
You can enter the zip code if the navigation CD/
DVD supports this function.
1. Select "Town / ZIP" and press the control-
ler.
2. Enter the zip code:
Select numbers individually and press the
controller each time.
> To enter a blank space:
Select the symbol and press the
controller.
> To delete last digit or letter:
Select the symbol and press the con-
troller.
> To cancel selection:
Select the arrow and press the con-
troller.
3. Select the zip code and press the controller.
The corresponding destination is displayed.
4. Turn the controller to select place names in
the list and press the controller.
Entering street, house number, and
intersection
Entering street
1. Select "Street" or the street displayed and
press the controller.
2. Enter in the same way as described under
Entering destination via town/city name.
Entering a street without entering
destination
You can also enter a street without entering a
destination if the navigation CD/DVD supports
this function. In this case, all streets of the
entered country are offered for selection. The
related town/city is displayed after the street
name.
If a town/city has already been entered, you can
cancel this entry. This may be practical if the
desired street does not exist in the entered des-
tination, because, for example, it belongs to
another part of the town/city.
1. Turn the controller until the top field is
selected.
2. Press the controller.
3. Enter the street.
You can change to the entered town or city
in the same way again to enter a street.
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Entering intersection
The intersection is entered in the same way as
the street.
Entering house number
You can enter the house number if the naviga-
tion CD/DVD supports this function.
1. Select "House Number" and press the con-
troller.
2. Enter the house number:
Select numbers individually and press the
controller each time.
> To delete last digit or letter:
Select the symbol and press the con-
troller.
> To cancel selection:
Select the arrow and press the con-
troller.
If the house number entered is not stored
on the navigation CD/DVD, then the closest
possible number is entered.
3. Select "Enter" and press the controller.
Starting route guidance with manual
destination input
Select "ROUTE GUIDE" and press the control-
ler.
Route guidance starts immediately.
If the route guidance cannot be started, at least
one entry must be deleted from the destination
list, refer to page 137.
If you do not wish to start route guidance
immediately, you can store the address in
the address book, refer to page 139, and import
it into the route guidance later.<
Displaying information about
destination
Select the symbol and press the controller.
Additional instructions about the information,
refer to page 135.
Map-guided destination
selection
If you only know the street or location of the
destination town/city, then you can enter the
destination using a map. You can select the
destination in the map using crosshairs and
then adopt it into the route guidance:
1. Select "Dest. input" and press the control-
ler.
2. Select "New dest." and press the controller.
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3. Select "With map" and press the controller.
A section of a map is displayed on the Con-
trol Display:
> During route guidance, the map is cen-
tered around the current destination
> With the route guidance deactivated, the
map is centered around the last destina-
tion entered
4. Select the destination with crosshairs.
> Changing scale: turn controller
> Moving map: move the controller in the
corresponding direction.
The street name or town name of the point
in the crosshairs is displayed as soon as the
map stops moving.
5. Press the controller to view other menu
items:
> "Next" changes back to "With map".
> "Location" selects the current position
as the center point of the map.
> "Destin." selects the active destination
or the last destination as the center point
of the map.
> "Save dest." imports the address
marked by the cursor into the destina-
tion input.
If the navigation system is unable to identify a
street or town/city, your current map coordi-
nates will appear. A street name in the vicinity of
the selected destination will be displayed.
In order to be able to select this position as a
destination or to store it in the address book as
an address, a name must first be entered, refer
to page 132.
Selecting destination via
information
You can display selected destinations, e.g.
hotels, points of interest, or hospitals, and
adopt them into the destination guidance.
"General destination" and "Travel information"
are essentially the same; the difference is that
"Travel information" offers a greater selection
of possible destinations.
General destination
1. Select "Dest. input" and press the control-
ler.
2. Select "New dest." and press the controller.
3. Select "Information" and press the control-
ler.
4. Select "General destination" and press the
controller.
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5. Select "On location" and press the control-
ler.
6. Select from the individual categories of
information, e.g. select "Public places, busi-
ness and shopping" and press the control-
ler.
When selecting information "On
dest.", "On country" and "On town/
city", enter the destination, country, and
city as needed. If destinations have already
been entered, information is displayed
about the destination at the top of the des-
tination list.<
7. Make a different selection, e.g. industrial
centers.
The destinations are displayed on the Con-
trol Display, sorted by distance, and are pro-
vided with orientation arrows that point
toward the destination.
When selecting information "On
dest.", "On country", and "On town/
city", the destinations are displayed sorted
alphabetically.<
8. Select the destination and press the con-
troller.
Using the voice command system:
Travel information
1. Select "Dest. input" and press the control-
ler.
2. Select "New dest." and press the controller.
3. Select "Information" and press the control-
ler.
4. Select "Travel information" and press the
controller.
Different categories are shown depending
on the map DVD, e.g. hotels and restau-
rants.
5. Select the desired category and press the
controller.
6. Limit the selection with additional informa-
tion, e.g. enter the maximum distance to the
desired destination or the name of the des-
tination. In addition, optional entries can be
made, e.g. displaying BMW partner hotels.
1. {Navigation}.
2. {Information location}.
3. Enter the desired destination category:
> {Hotels}.
> {Parking}.
> {Gas stations}.
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The destinations in the surrounding area
are displayed, sorted by distance to the
destination and the other information.
7. Select the destination and press the con-
troller.
To exit the menu:
Select the arrow and press the controller.
Hiding icons in the map view
In the map view, the destinations of the
selected category are displayed in the form of
icons as a function of the map scale and cate-
gory. You can hide them.
Select "Hide map icons" and press the control-
ler.
To display the icons, select a category again
under "General destination" or "Travel informa-
tion".
Recent destinations
The system stores the last ten destinations
entered. You can import these destinations into
the route guidance and edit the entries and the
list.
Importing destination into route
guidance
1. Select "Dest. input" and press the control-
ler.
2. Select "New dest." and press the controller.
3. Select "Last dest." and press the controller.
A list of the destinations last reached
appears on the right side of the Control Dis-
play.
4. Select the desired destination and press
the controller.
5. "ROUTE GUIDE" is selected. Press the
controller.
Route guidance starts.
Editing recent destinations
You can edit the last destinations in the same
way as the destination list, refer to Editing des-
tination list on page 138.
Destination list
The destination list includes the last 25 destina-
tions entered. The most recently entered desti-
nation appears at the top of the list.
The system guides you to the destinations in
the sequence in which they appear in the desti-
nation list. You are thus guided first to the des-
tination in the top or first position of the destina-
tion list.
You can edit individual destinations and their
sequence in the list and delete the destination
list, refer to Editing destination list on page 138.
In order, for example, to plan a longer route, you
can store all of the destinations to which you
wish to drive in the destination list, refer to
Entering destination manually on page 131.
If the destination list is full, then you must
delete at least one entry in order to be
able to store a new destination in the destina-
tion list.<
1. Select "Dest. input" and press the control-
ler.
2. Select "Dest. list" and press the controller.
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Importing destination into route
guidance
1. Select desired destination from destination
list and move to top or first position of des-
tination list, refer to Editing destination list.
2. Select "Route guid." and press the control-
ler.
Route guidance starts.
Using the voice command system:
Editing destination list
1. Select the desired destination in the desti-
nation list and press the controller.
2. The selected destination can be edited:
> Change entry:
Select "CHANGE" and press the con-
troller.
> Delete entry:
Select "DELETE" and press the control-
ler.
> Move the address up or down in the des-
tination list:
Select the symbols and press the
controller.
This changes the order of the destina-
tion list.
> Change back to "Dest. list":
Select the arrow and press the con-
troller.
Deleting destination list
1. Select the symbol and press the con-
troller to delete all existing entries.
2. Select "YES" and press the controller to
delete the destination list.
Address book
You can store destinations in the address book
and adopt them directly into the route guid-
ance.
You can store the addresses in two separate
address books:
> the address book of the navigation system
> the address book of the voice command
system
Navigation system address book
The entries in the address book are sorted
alphabetically.
1. Select "Dest. input" and press the control-
ler.
2. Select "New dest." and press the controller.
3. Select "Address book" and press the con-
troller.
{Route guidance on}.
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A list of the stored addresses appears on
the right side of the Control Display.
Storing destinations in address book
You can enter the addresses manually or import
the most recent destinations. You can store
approx. 100 addresses in the address book.
1. Enter a desired destination manually or
select from the destination list:
> Entering destination manually:
refer to page 131.
> Selecting destination from among
recent destinations: refer to page 137.
> Selecting destination from destination
list: refer to page 137.
2. Enter name and address if necessary, refer
to page 132.
3. Select "AS ADDRESS" and press the con-
troller.
The entry is stored in the address book.
Storing current position
The current position can be imported into the
address book.
1. Select "Dest. input" and press the control-
ler.
2. Select "Location" and press the controller.
The current position can be provided with a
name and any specified name can be
changed, refer to page 132.
3. Select "AS ADDRESS" and press the con-
troller.
The current address is stored in the address
book.
You can also import your current position into
the address book if you have left the sector cov-
ered by the navigation DVD. In this case, you
must enter a name.
Selecting destinations from address
book
1. Select "Address book" and press the con-
troller.
A list of the stored addresses appears on
the right side of the Control Display.
2. Select the address and press the controller.
3. To start the route guidance:
Select "ROUTE GUIDE" and press the con-
troller.
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Changing destinations in address book
1. Select "Address book" and press the con-
troller.
A list of the stored addresses appears on
the right side of the Control Display.
2. Select the address and press the controller.
Change entry, refer to Entering destination
manually, page 131.
When an entry is changed, a copy of the
entry is stored.<
Deleting destinations individually from
address book
1. Select "Address book" and press the con-
troller.
A list of the stored addresses appears on
the right side of the Control Display.
2. Select the address and press the controller.
3. Select "DELETE" and press the controller.
4. Select "YES" and press the controller to
delete the address.
Deleting all destinations from address
book
1. Select "Address book" and press the con-
troller.
A list of the stored addresses appears on
the right side of the Control Display.
2. Select the symbol and press the con-
troller to delete all existing entries.
3. Select "YES" and press the controller to
delete the address book.
Home address
Storing home address
You can store your current position or the cur-
rent destination as the home address in the
address book.
1. Select the symbol and press the control-
ler.
2. To store the current position as your home
address:
> Select "LOC." and press the controller.
To store a destination already current as
your home address in the address book:
> Select "ACCEPT" and press the con-
troller.
The entered address or current position
is applied as your home address.
Entering or editing your home address occurs
in the same way as entering a destination,
page 131.
To exit the menu:
Select the arrow and press the controller.
Selecting home address
You can import your home address stored in the
address book into the route guidance system.
1. Select the symbol and press the control-
ler.
2. Select "ROUTE GUIDE" and press the con-
troller.
Route guidance starts.
To exit the menu:
Select the arrow and press the controller.
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Using the voice command system:
Voice command system address book
It is only possible to save the first entry in the
destination list. To save other addresses,
change the destination list accordingly, refer to
page 137.
Storing destinations in address book
The destination to be stored in the voice com-
mand address book must be the first destina-
tion in the destination list.
The house number is not stored in the
address book of the voice command sys-
tem.<
Using the voice command system:
Selecting destinations from address
book
Deleting destinations from address
book
To delete individual destinations:
To delete all existing entries:
Route selection
You can influence the calculated route by
choosing certain route criteria.
The route is planned according to fixed rules,
taking the road type into account, e.g. whether
the route involves highways or winding roads.
The road types are stored on the navigation
DVD. As a result, the routes recommended by
the navigation system may not always be the
same ones that you would choose based on
personal experience.
Changing route criteria
1. Select "New route" and press the control-
ler.
2. Select "Route preference" and press the
controller.
The various criteria are listed on the Control
Display.
1. {Navigation}.
2. {Home}.
1. {Navigation}.
2. {Save destination}.
3. Say the name that is associated with
the destination coordinates.
1. {Navigation}.
2. {Select destination}.
3. Say the name.
or
1. {Navigation}.
2. {Read out}.
> To scroll forward: {Next}.
> To scroll back: {Back}.
> To repeat: {Repeat}.
> To apply in destination list: {Select}.
1. {Navigation}.
2. {Delete}.
3. Say the name.
1. {Navigation}.
2. {Delete address book}.
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3. Select one of the four route criteria of the
route and press the controller.
> "With highway"
Highways and major traffic arteries
receive top priority.
> "Avoid highway"
Highways are avoided where possible.
> "Fastest route"
Takes the shortest amount of time by
combining the shortest possible dis-
tance and the fastest roads.
> "Shortest route"
Takes the shortest distance, without
taking time into consideration.
The route criterion is selected.
4. Choose additional route criteria if need be
and press the controller:
> "Avoid tolls"
Tollroads are avoided where possible.
> "Avoid ferries"
Ferries are avoided where possible.
The supplemental criterion is selected.
To exit the menu:
Select the arrow and press the control-
ler.
You can change the route selection as often as
you like while entering a destination or during
route guidance.
Using the voice command system:
Wordmatch principle
The system relies on a wordmatch principle to
make it easier for you to enter the names or
towns or streets. The system runs ongoing
checks, comparing your destination entries
with the data stored on the navigation DVD as
the basis for instant response. The user bene-
fits include:
> Names of specific locations can also vary
from the official versions provided that the
spelling of the entry corresponds to a stan-
dard form used in another country.
> When you are entering the names of cities
and streets, the system will complete them
automatically as soon as enough letters are
available to ensure unambiguous identifica-
tion.
Example:
If you want to drive to Iowa Ave NW in
Washington, D.C., by the time "o" is
entered, the system has already identified
the street name and displayed it in the lower
half of the Control Display.
> The system only gives you the option of
entering letters for names that are stored on
the navigation DVD. It is therefore impossi-
ble to enter incorrect names or to enter
address data that are not included on the
DVD.
1. {Navigation}.
2. {Route selection}.
3. Enter the desired priority for your travel
route:
> {Via freeway}.
> {Without freeway}.
> {Fastest}.
> {Shortest}.
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Route guidance
Starting route guidance
The route guidance is started for the first desti-
nation in the destination list, refer to page 137.
There must be at least one destination in the
destination list.
iDrive, for principle details, refer to page 16.
1. Press the button to open the start
menu.
2. Move the controller toward "Navigation".
3. Press the controller as needed.
4. Select "Route guid." and press the control-
ler.
Route guidance starts. As the navigation com-
puter determines the route to your destination,
the distance and the true compass direction to
your destination will appear on the upper right
of the Control Display – not in all display modes.
After calculation of the route, the selected view
of route guidance appears on the display. The
destination is displayed on the status line.
During route guidance, you can operate other
equipment via iDrive at any time. You are noti-
fied well in advance of a necessary change of
direction by voice instructions.
Using the voice command system:
Terminating/continuing
route guidance
Terminating route guidance
1. Press the controller as needed.
2. Select "Route guid." and press the control-
ler.
Route guidance is switched off.
Using the voice command system:
Continuing route guidance
If the destination was not reached before the
end of the last trip or it was reached and there is
still another destination on the destination list,
the following question will be displayed at the
beginning of the next trip when navigation is
activated: "Continue route guidance?".
To start the route guidance immediately:
Select "YES" and press the controller.
Displaying route
You have the option of displaying various views
of the route during route guidance.
Displaying arrow display
1. Press the controller as needed.
2. Select "View" and press the controller.
{Route guidance on}.
1. {Navigation}.
2. {Route guidance off}.
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3. Select "Arrow display" and press the con-
troller.
The route guidance is displayed by means
of arrows on the Control Display and on the
Info Display, refer to page 12.
1 Arrow to destination, as the crow flies
2 Distance to destination on the calculated
route
3 Destination
4 Street name of next change of direction
5 Distance to next change of direction
6 Current position
7 Direction of travel
The arrows are shown in different sizes and
forms depending on the distance to the next
change of direction.
In areas for which your navigation DVD
does not yet provide comprehensive cov-
erage, a directional arrow follows the course of
the route. This feature is intended to assist you
at crossroads and intersections.<
Using the voice command system:
Displaying map view
You can have your current position displayed on
a map. After starting the route guidance, the
planned route is shown on the map.
1. Press the controller as needed.
2. Select "View" and press the controller.
3. Select the desired map view and press the
controller.
> "Map facing N."
> "Map dir. travel"
> "Perspective"
Using the voice command system:
Changing scale
Turn the controller to adjust the scale.
Scales on the navigation CD:
400 ft/100 m to 50 miles/100 km
Scales on the navigation DVD:
400ft/100m to 500miles/1000km
Using the voice command system:
Displaying streets or towns on the
route
You can have the names of the streets and
towns/cities on your route displayed whenever
the route guidance is active.
The remaining distances to be traveled on each
individual road is also displayed.
1. Press the controller as needed.
2. Select "View" and press the controller.
1. {Navigation}.
2. {Arrow}.
{Map}
Shows the currently selected map view of
the navigation system.
1. {Scale}.
2. Enter the desired map scale.
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3. Select "Route" and press the controller.
To exit the menu:
Select the arrow and press the controller.
Route guidance by voice
instructions
Switching voice instructions on/off
1. During route guidance, press the controller.
2. Select the symbol and press the control-
ler.
The setting is stored for the remote control cur-
rently in use.
Using the voice command system:
Repeating voice instructions
1. During route guidance, press the controller.
2. Select the symbol and confirm your
selection to repeat the last route instruction
when the voice output is switched on.
It is also possible to request a repetition of
the spoken instructions via the program-
mable button on the steering wheel and next to
the controller, refer to page 52.<
Adjusting volume
The volume can only be adjusted during a voice
instruction.
1. Repeat the last voice instruction if neces-
sary.
2. Wait until the voice instruction is being
issued, then turn the knob to select the
desired volume.
This volume is independent of the volume
selected for the audio and video sources.
The setting is stored for the remote control cur-
rently in use.
Changing route
Avoiding route sections
From a list, you can select and bypass certain
sections that you do not wish to travel on the
planned route. The route is recalculated.
1. Press the controller.
2. Select "New route" and press the control-
ler.
{Message on} or
{Message off}.
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3. Select "Avoid sect." and press the control-
ler.
The route list appears on the Control Dis-
play.
4. Select one or more route sections to be
avoided and press the controller.
To correct an incorrect entry:
Select another route section and press the
controller.
5. To exit the route list and calculate a new
route:
Select the arrow and press the control-
ler.
Bypassing route sections
During route guidance, you can revise the navi-
gation system's route recommendations to
avoid particular stretches of road. Enter the
number of miles/kilometers that you want to
travel before returning to the original route.
You can bypass a particular distance of up to
32 miles/50 km.
1. Press the controller.
2. Select "New route" and press the control-
ler.
3. Select "Avoid route" and press the control-
ler.
4. Turn the controller to input the desired
number and press the controller.
5. Select "Calculate" and press the controller.
The route is recalculated.
To leave the route without changing it:
Select the arrow and press the controller.
Displaying current position
You can have your current position displayed
even when the destination guidance is
switched off.
Storing current position
1. Select "Dest. input" and press the control-
ler.
2. Select "Location" and press the controller.
The current position of your BMW is dis-
played.
3. Select "AS ADDRESS" and press the con-
troller.
To exit the menu:
Select the arrow and press the controller.
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Correcting current position
If the navigation system cannot place the cur-
rent position, e.g.if you are currently in a parking
structure, then in addition to the country and
city, only longitude and latitude are displayed.
You can then correct your current position, e.g.
by entering the name of the adjacent street or
intersection.
1. Select "Dest. input" and press the control-
ler.
2. Select "Location" and press the controller.
3. Select "Street" or "Intersection" and press
the controller.
A list of possible street names is displayed.
4. Select the desired street and press the con-
troller.
5. Select "ACCEPT" and press the controller.
6. Select "AS ADDRESS" as needed and
press the controller to import the position
into the address book.
To exit the menu:
Select the arrow and press the controller.
You can also have the current position dis-
played on a map, refer to Displaying map view
on page 144.
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What to do if …
> a navigation DVD is inserted, but an instruc-
tion to insert the DVD appears on the Con-
trol Display?
The navigation DVD may not be the right
DVD for the navigation system. The DVD is
labeled accordingly.
> you request the current position of your
vehicle, but do not receive a precise dis-
play?
The system is unable to receive enough
GPS signals at your current position due to
obstructions, your position is not yet avail-
able on your navigation DVD, or the system
is in the process of calculating your posi-
tion. Please wait and then try again a little
later.
> the route guidance does not accept a desti-
nation?
The data of the destination is not stored on
the navigation DVD that is loaded. Select a
destination that is as close as possible to
the original.
> the route guidance does not accept an
address without the street?
On the navigation DVD, no downtown area
can be determined for the city or town
entered. Enter any street, or a destination
such as the railway station etc., then start
the route guidance.
> you want to enter an address for the route
guidance, but it is not possible to select the
letters for your desired entry?
The data of the destination is not stored on
the navigation DVD that is loaded. In this
case, the system will not offer you any let-
ters to choose from. Select a destination
that is as close as possible to the original.
> the system stops furnishing directions on
which way to turn as you approach intersec-
tions?
You are driving in an area that has not yet
been completely recorded on the naviga-
tion DVD. Instead of an arrow indicating a
turn, you will see an arrow which indicates
the general direction of your planned route.
Or you have left the recommended route
and the system requires a few seconds to
calculate a new recommended route.
> the navigation system does not react to
entries?
If the battery was disconnected, it then
takes up to 10 minutes before the system is
once again operational.
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The chapter ensures your enjoyment when
receiving radio stations or playing CDs or DVDs.
Entertainment
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On/off and settings
The following audio and video sources share
the same controls and adjustment options.
> Radio
> CD player
*
> CD changer
*
> DVD changer
*
The CD changer can play CDs with com-
pressed audio files, such as MP3s.<
Controls
The audio and video sources can be operated
using:
> Buttons on the CD player
> iDrive
> Buttons on steering wheel, refer to page 11
Buttons on the CD player
The illustration shows a CD player as an exam-
ple.
1 Entertainment sound output on/off, volume
> Press: switching on/off
When switching on, the most recently
selected radio station or CD track is
selected.
> Turn: adjusting volume
2 button
Selecting radio, CD player, and CD changer
3 button
Selecting AM or FM waveband
4 CD slot
5 button
Eject CD
6 button
Station scan/track search
> Select radio station
> Fast forward/reverse
> Change track for CD player,
change chapter for DVD changer
Operating using iDrive
iDrive, for principle details, refer to page 16.
1. Press the button to open the start
menu.
2. Move the controller toward "Entertain-
ment".
3. You have the choice of:
> "FM" and "AM": select radio reception.
> "WB": select Weather Band.
> "SAT": select satellite radio.
> "CD" and "CDC": select CD player or
CD changer.
> "DVD": select DVD changer.
*
> "Picture": adjust picture.
*
> "Tone": adjust tone, e.g. treble and bass.
You can also control the radio, CD player, and
the CD changer using the buttons on the steer-
ing wheel, refer to page 11, and using the voice
command system, refer to page 23.
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Switching on/off
In order to switch the Entertainment sound out-
put on/off: press the knob.
The unit will activate the last audio source
selected, radio or CD.
Using the voice command system:
Using with ignition off
The audio and video functions remain available
for use for a period of approx. 30 minutes after
you switch off the ignition.
Switch the sound output back on to enjoy this
function.
Adjusting volume
Turn the knob to the desired volume level.
The sound system automatically reverts
to its mute mode whenever you initiate or
accept a phone call.<
The setting is stored for the remote control cur-
rently in use.
Tone control
You can change various tone settings, e.g. tre-
ble and bass or the speed-dependent volume
control. The tone settings are set globally for all
of the audio sources.
The speakers and headphones in the rear can
be adjusted separately. The sound settings of
the headphones are made on the rear seat
screen with the headphones connected. Only
treble, bass and balance can be adjusted.
The setting is stored for the remote control cur-
rently in use.
Tone adjustment
iDrive, for principle details, refer to page 16.
1. Press the button to open the start
menu.
2. Move the controller toward "Entertain-
ment".
3. Select "Tone" and press the controller.
4. Select desired tone settings.
Treble and bass
1. Select "Treble" or "Bass" and press the
controller.
{Radio} or {Audio off}.
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2. Turn the controller until you reach the
desired setting.
3. Press the controller to save the setting.
Balance and fader
1. Select "Balance" or "Fader" and press the
controller.
2. Turn the controller until you reach the
desired setting.
3. Press the controller to save the setting.
Speed-dependent volume control
The speed-dependent volume control auto-
matically increases the volume as the speed
increases. You can set various stages for the
volume increase.
1. Select "Speed Vol." and press the control-
ler.
2. Turn the controller until you reach the
desired setting.
3. Press the controller to save the setting.
LOGIC7*
sets the spatial sound effect between the val-
ues 0 and 10. The best possible spatial sound
lies at the values 5 and 6. At 0, the spatial sound
effect is switched off. This setting is suitable for
radio plays, for example.
1. Select "LOGIC7" and press the controller.
2. Turn the controller until you reach the
desired setting.
3. Press the controller to save the setting.
LOGIC7 and the LOGIC7 logo are regis-
tered trade marks of Lexicon, Inc., a com-
pany of the Harman International Group.<
Equalizer
You can adjust individual audio frequency
ranges.
1. Select the symbol and press the con-
troller.
2. Turn the controller to the left or right to
select the desired frequency range and
then press the controller.
3. Turn the controller until you reach the
desired setting.
4. Press the controller to save the setting.
Resetting tone settings
You can reset all tone settings except "Speed
Vol." to the standard default settings.
Select "RESET" and press the controller.
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Radio
Your radio is equipped to receive the FM and
AM wavebands.
Listening to radio
Switch on audio or video sources, refer to
page 153.
iDrive, for principle details, refer to page 16.
1. Press the button to open the start
menu.
2. Move the controller toward "Entertain-
ment".
3. Select "FM" or "AM" and press the control-
ler.
Stations are shown on the Control Display on
the basis of various selection criteria, e.g.
"Presets".
Using the voice command system:
Changing station
Using buttons in center console
Press the button for the corresponding
direction until you reach the next station.
Using the voice command system:
Using iDrive
FM waveband:
1. Select "FM" and press the controller.
2. Choose the selection criterion and press
the controller.
> "Autostore list":
Selection of stations in the "FM" wave-
band within reception range during the
last automatic memorization procedure.
> "Presets":
Display of up to twelve stations that you
have previously stored, refer to
page 158.
3. Turn the controller to select a station and
press the controller.
AM waveband
1. Select "AM" and press the controller.
2. Choose the selection criterion and press
the controller.
> "Presets":
Display of up to twelve stations that you
have previously stored, refer to
page 158.
> "Autostore list":
Selection of stations in the "AM" wave-
band within reception range during the
last automatic memorization procedure.
1. {Radio}.
2. {FM} or {AM}.
1. {Radio}.
2. {Next station} or {Station back}.
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3. Turn the controller to select a station and
press the controller.
Sampling stations, scan
The system automatically plays a brief sample
from each of the stations on the current wave-
band.
1. Select "FM" or "AM" and press the control-
ler.
2. Choose the selection criterion and press
the controller.
3. Select "MANUAL" and press the controller.
4. Select "SCAN" and press the controller.
Scan starts.
To end scan:
Press the controller.
Scan is interrupted and the currently selected
station is played.
Selecting frequency manually
You can use the manual search in order to
select a frequency directly.
1. Select "FM" or "AM" and press the control-
ler.
2. Choose the selection criterion and press
the controller.
3. Select "MANUAL" and press the controller.
4. Select the frequency display and press the
controller.
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5. Turn the controller until you reach the
desired frequency.
6. Press the controller to save setting.
Using the voice command system:
Updating selection of stations in
receiving range
In the course of longer trips, when you travel
outside the transmission range of the originally
selected stations, you can update the selection
of stations in receiving range.
1. Select "FM" or "AM" and press the control-
ler.
2. Choose the selection criterion and press
the controller.
3. Select "MANUAL" and press the controller.
4. Select "AUTOSTORE" and press the con-
troller.
The selection of stations in receiving range is
updated, the frequencies of the stations are dis-
played.
Station scan
You can tune in to stations that are received in
addition to those on the display.
The frequency of the station is displayed in the
bottom status line and also on the Control Dis-
play.
Using buttons in center console
Start station search:
Maintain pressure on the button for sev-
eral seconds.
The station search begins with the currently
selected frequency.
The station search stops as soon as a station is
found.
Using iDrive
1. Select "FM" or "AM" and press the control-
ler.
2. Choose the selection criterion and press
the controller.
3. Select "MANUAL" and press the controller.
4. Select the desired direction and
press the controller.
The station search begins with the currently
selected frequency.
The station search stops as soon as a station is
found. The frequency is shown on the Control
Display.
1. {Radio}.
2. {Frequency 88...107 (Point 1...9)}.
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Storing a station
You can also manually store stations in the
"Autostore list" if this selection has been made
before storing.
iDrive, for principle details, refer to page 16.
1. Press the button to open the start
menu.
2. Move the controller toward "Entertain-
ment".
3. Select "FM" or "AM" and press the control-
ler.
4. Choose the selection criterion and press
the controller.
5. Select "MANUAL" and press the controller.
6. Select "STORE" and press the controller.
7. Turn the controller until you reach the
desired memory position.
8. Press the controller.
The stations are stored for the remote control
currently in use.
Using the voice command system:
Changing memory position
1. Select the desired station.
2. Turn the controller until you reach the
desired memory position.
3. Maintain pressure on the controller for sev-
eral seconds.
The station is now stored.
RDS Radio Data System*
RDS also broadcasts information on the VHF/
FM waveband. RDS stations have the following
properties for this purpose:
> In broadcasting companies that broadcast
over several frequencies, the system auto-
matically switches to the frequency with the
best reception quality.
> If the reception conditions are good, the
station names are shown on the Control
Display. With weaker reception or when
1. {Radio}.
2. {Station 1...12}.
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there is interference, it can take a while for
the station names to appear.
Switching RDS on/off
1. Select "FM" and press the controller.
2. Choose the selection criterion and press
the controller.
3. Select "MANUAL" and press the controller.
4. Select "RDS" and press the controller.
RDS is available in the FM waveband.<
Weather reports
Weather Radio is a service of the National Oce-
anic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA)
of the US Department of Trade. Weather
reports are repeated every 4 to 6 minutes and
are routinely updated at intervals of 1 to
3 hours, and more often when necessary. Most
stations operate 24 hours a day. In case of a
storm, the National Weather Service interrupts
the routine weather news and transmits special
warning messages instead. Should you have
questions regarding NOAA Weather Radio,
please contact the nearest office of the National
Weather Service or write to the National
Weather Service at: W/OM1, National Oceanic
and Atmospheric Administration, 1325 East-
West Highway, Silver Spring, MD 20910.
Calling up weather reports
iDrive, for principle details, refer to page 16.
1. Press the button to open the start
menu.
2. Move the controller toward "Entertain-
ment".
3. Select "WB" and press the controller.
A list of the available channels is displayed.
4. Turn the controller until the desired channel
is selected and press the controller.
The display shows a list of weather band sta-
tions
In some regions, only one or two channels
can be received or Weather Band chan-
nels are unavailable.<
Using the voice command system
Satellite radio*
You can receive approx. 100 different channels
with high sound quality.
The channels are offered to you in predefined
packages. To listen to the channels of your
choice, you must have these channels enabled.
With this new technology the signal may fail,
causing interruptions in reception.
Using the voice command system:
Enabling or disabling channels
iDrive, for principle details, refer to page 16.
1. Press the button to open the start
menu.
2. Move the controller toward "Entertain-
ment".
3. Select "SAT" and press the controller.
1. {Weatherband}.
2. {Channel 1...7}.
1. {Satellite Radio} or {SDARS}.
2. {Turn on}.
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4. Select "Channels" and press the controller.
The channels that can be received are
shown in the list.
5. Select channel and press the controller.
A phone number and the electronic serial
number, ESN, are displayed.
The electronic serial number is
required to enable or disable.<
6. Dial the displayed telephone number to
have the channel enabled or disabled.
During the enabling or disabling process,
leave the ignition switched on.
These channels are enabled.
Channel selection
Using buttons in center console
Press the button for the corresponding
direction until you reach the next station.
Using the voice command system:
Using iDrive
1. Select "SAT" and press the controller.
2. Choose the selection criterion and press
the controller.
> "Channels":
All channels are displayed.
> "Categories":
All channels are displayed, sorted
according to categories.
> "Presets":
Up to twelve channels that you have pre-
viously stored are displayed.
3. Select channel and press the controller.
Using the voice command system:
Select a stored channel:
Displaying additional information
Select the channel currently being played and
press the controller.
The name of the station, the name of the artist,
and the title of the track are displayed.
Notes
If no signal can be received for more than 4 sec-
onds, a message is displayed on the Control
Display.
Reception may not be possible for certain
reasons, e.g. environmental influences or
topographical conditions. The satellite radio
has no influence on this.
The signal may not be available in tunnels or
underground garages, next to tall buildings,
1. {Satellite Radio} or {SDARS}.
2. {Previous station} or {Next station}
{Satellite Radio} or {SDARS}.
> {Previous station} or {Next station}
> {Previous} or {Next}.
1. {Satellite Radio} or {SDARS}.
2. {Station 1...12}.
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near trees, mountains or other sources of radio
interference.
Reception is usually possible again as soon as
the signal is available again.<
Storing a station
1. Select "SAT" and press the controller.
2. Select "Channels" and press the controller.
3. Select the desired station.
4. Select "STORE" and press the controller.
The list of stored stations appears in the
display.
5. Select the desired station.
6. Turn the controller until you reach the
desired memory position.
7. Maintain pressure on the controller for sev-
eral seconds.
High Definition Radio*
Many stations transmit both analog and digital
signals. You can receive these stations digitally
and in improved sound quality.
Activating and deactivating digital
radio reception
iDrive, for principle details, refer to page 16.
1. Press the button to open the start
menu.
2. Move the controller toward "Entertain-
ment".
3. Select "FM" or "AM" and press the control-
ler.
4. Select "MANUAL" and press the controller.
5. Select "HD" and press the controller.
The reception of digital stations is activated.
"HD" is shown in the status line when a station
is received digitally.
With some stations the digital signals are not
transmitted simultaneously with the analog sig-
nals. If you are in an area in which the selected
station is not continuously received digitally,
playback switches between analog and digital
reception. This can result in repetitions or inter-
ruptions. In this case it may be advisable to
deactivate digital radio reception.
Displaying additional information
With the digital stations, additional information
on the current track is displayed, e.g. the name
of the album or the artist.
Select the channel currently being played and
press the controller.
"HD" must be shown in the status line
and a digital station received.<
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CD player
Listening to CDs
1. Switch Entertainment sound output on,
refer to page 153.
2. Insert the CD with the labeled side up.
The CD is automatically pulled in.
To start playback when a CD is already in
the player:
iDrive, for principle details, refer to page 16.
1. Press the button to open the start
menu.
2. Move the controller toward "Entertain-
ment".
3. Select "CD" and press the controller.
Using the voice command system:
Selecting tracks
Using buttons in center console
Press the button repeatedly, continuing
until you reach the desired track on the current
CD.
Using the voice command system:
Using iDrive
Turn the controller to select the track and press
to confirm.
Using the voice command system:
Sampling tracks, Scan
The system automatically plays a series of brief
samples from each of the tracks on the current
CD.
Select "SCAN" and press the controller.
Scan starts.
To end scan:
Press the controller or press the button.
Scan is interrupted and the currently selected
track is played.
*
1. {CD}.
2. {CD on}.
1. {CD}.
2. {Next} or {Back}.
1. {CD}.
2. {Track 1...30}.
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Random play sequence
All of the tracks on the current CD are played at
least once in a random sequence.
Select "RND" and press the controller.
Cancel random playback:
Select "RND" and press the controller.
Fast forward/reverse
Press and hold the button for the corre-
sponding direction.
The tracks can be heard, but the sound is dis-
torted.
Notes
The BMW CD player is a Class 1 laser
product. Never remove the cover from the
housing. Do not operate with a damaged cover
panel as this can lead to severe eye injury.
Never play CDs or DVDs with stick-on labels.
They can come loose during playback due to
the heat buildup and cause irreparable damage
to the system.
Only use round CDs with a standard diameter of
4.7 in/12 cm and do not play CDs with an
adapter, e.g. CD singles; otherwise, the CDs or
the adapter can jam and may no longer eject
properly.<
General malfunctions
The BMW CD player is optimized for operation
in the vehicle. It may react more sensitively to
defective CDs than devices intended for sta-
tionary use.
If a CD cannot be played back, first check to
make sure it has been correctly inserted.
Humidity
High humidity can fog the CD or the focusing
lens for the laser beam, temporarily preventing
playback.
Malfunctions with individual CDs
If malfunctions occur only with particular CDs,
this can be due to one of the following causes.
Home-recorded CDs
Malfunction sources in home-recorded CDs
include, for example, inconsistent data origina-
tion and recording processes as well as low
quality or pronounced aging of the blanks used.
Only write on CDs with a marker especially
designed for this purpose.
Damaged CDs
Avoid finger prints, dust, scratches, and mois-
ture.
Store CDs in a sleeve.
Do not expose CDs to temperatures above
1227/506, high humidity or direct sunlight.
CDs with copy protection
Manufacturers often provide CDs with copy
protection. This can prevent or limit the play-
back of these CDs.
Care instructions
You can find everything you need to know about
this topic by consulting the separate Caring for
your vehicle brochure.
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CD changer
Installation location
The BMW CD changer for six CDs is installed
above the glove compartment.
Compressed audio files
The CD changer can play CDs with compressed
audio files, such as MP3s.
Removing CD magazine
To insert CDs into the CD magazine or remove
them from it, you must first remove the maga-
zine from the CD changer:
1. Press button 1.
The lid 2 opens and the magazine is
ejected.
2. Remove magazine.
Inserting/removing CDs into/from
CD magazine
When inserting or removing CDs always
remember to grasp them by the edges only,
taking care to avoid touching the reflective data
side.
> To insert: insert the CD into a CD slot with
the label side up.
> To remove: pull out the desired tray, refer to
arrow, and remove the corresponding CD.
Inserting CD magazine
1. Press button 1.
The lid opens.
2. Slide the magazine 2 in as far as possible in
the direction of the arrow.
The lid closes automatically.
The CD changer automatically reads in the
loaded CDs and is then ready for operation.
For CDs with compressed audio files, it can take
up to approx. 1 minute per CD to read in the
data, depending on the directory structure.
Listening to CDs
1. If necessary, switch on the Entertainment
sound output, refer to page 153.
2. If necessary, fill and insert the CD magazine.
3. Press the button to open the start
menu.
4. Move the controller toward "Entertain-
ment".
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5. Select "CDC" and press the controller.
6. Select the desired CD and press the con-
troller.
CD playback starts on the first track. At the end
of the last track, the next CD will be selected.
The CD magazine's load status is indicated on
the Control Display.
If the display fails to detect a CD that you
have loaded into the magazine, check to
ensure that the CD has been inserted correctly
and inspect it for signs of defects.
If simultaneously equipped with a DVD changer,
up to twelve CDs can be played back.<
Using the voice command system:
Selecting tracks
Using buttons in center console
Press the button repeatedly, continuing
until you reach the desired track on the current
CD.
Using the voice command system:
Using iDrive
Turn the controller to select the track and press
to confirm.
Using the voice command system:
Compressed audio files
CDs with compressed audio files such as
MP3's are identified with a star.
1. Select directory if need be and press the
controller.
2. Select the track and turn the controller to
start playback.
To change directories:
Select directory and press the controller.
1. {CD changer}.
2. {CD on}.
1. {CD changer}.
2. {Next} or {Back}.
1. {CD changer}.
2. {CD Track 1...30}.
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Using the voice command system:
Displaying information on track
With compressed audio files, you can display
any additional stored information about the cur-
rent track, e.g. the name of the artist and title of
the album.
During playback, press the controller.
This displays additional stored information
about the current track, also refer to Top and
bottom status lines on page 20.
Sampling tracks, Scan
The system automatically plays a series of brief
samples from each of the tracks on the current
CD.
Select "SCAN" and press the controller.
To end scan:
Press the controller or press the button.
Scan is interrupted and the currently selected
track is played.
Random play sequence
All of the tracks on the current CD are played at
least once in a random sequence.
Select "RND" and press the controller.
Cancel random playback:
Select "RND" and press the controller.
Fast forward/reverse
1. Select the direction.
Press the button longer.
The tracks can be heard, but the sound is
distorted.
2. To interrupt the fast forward/reverse func-
tion, release the button.
The system will continue play at the point
on the CD at which the button was released.
Notes
The BMW CD changer is a Class 1 laser
product. Never remove the cover from the
housing. Do not operate with a damaged cover
panel as this can lead to severe eye injury.
Never play CDs or DVDs with stick-on labels.
They can come loose during playback due to
the heat buildup and cause irreparable damage
to the system.
Only use round CDs with a standard diameter of
4.7 in/12 cm and do not play CDs with an
adapter, e.g. CD singles; otherwise, the CDs or
the adapter can jam and may no longer eject
properly.<
1. {CD changer}.
2. {CD on}.
3. {CD 1...6}.
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General malfunctions
The BMW CD changer is optimized for opera-
tion in the vehicle. It may react more sensitively
to defective CDs than devices intended for sta-
tionary use.
If a CD cannot be played back, first check to
make sure it has been correctly inserted.
Humidity
High humidity can fog the CD or the focusing
lens for the laser beam, temporarily preventing
playback.
Malfunctions with individual CDs
If malfunctions occur only with particular CDs,
this can be due to one of the following causes.
Home-recorded CDs
Malfunction sources in home-recorded CDs
include, for example, inconsistent data origina-
tion and recording processes as well as low
quality or pronounced aging of the blanks used.
Only write on CDs with a marker especially
designed for this purpose.
Damaged CDs
Avoid finger prints, dust, scratches, and mois-
ture.
Store CDs in a sleeve.
Do not expose CDs to temperatures above
1227/506, high humidity or direct sunlight.
CDs with copy protection
Manufacturers often provide CDs with copy
protection. This can prevent or limit the play-
back of these CDs.
Care instructions
You can find everything you need to know about
this topic by consulting the separate Caring for
your vehicle brochure.
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DVD changer
Installation location
The BMW DVD changer for six DVDs or audio
CDs is mounted behind the left side trim panel
in the luggage compartment.
Removing DVD magazine
To insert DVDs into the DVD magazine or
remove them from it, you must first remove the
magazine from the DVD changer:
1. Push the door to the right, refer to arrow 1.
2. Press the button, arrow 2.
The magazine is ejected.
Inserting/removing DVDs/CDs into/
from DVD magazine
When inserting or removing DVDs or CDs,
always remember to grasp them by the edges
only, taking care to avoid touching the reflective
data side.
> To insert: insert the DVD or CD into a mag-
azine slot with the label side up.
> To remove: pull out the desired tray and
remove the corresponding DVD or CD, as
shown in the illustration.
Inserting DVD magazine
1. Slide the door to the right.
2. Slide the magazine in until it reaches the
stop, refer to arrow.
3. Close the door again.
The DVD changer automatically reads in the
loaded DVDs or CDs and is then ready for oper-
ation.
DVD country codes
Your DVD changer only plays DVDs with the
coding 0 or 1. This coding cannot be changed.
Playing DVDs
Playback is only possible on the rear seat
screen, refer to Rear seat screen
*
on page 21.
1. If necessary, switch on the Entertainment
sound output, refer to page 153.
2. If necessary, fill and insert the DVD maga-
zine.
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3. Press the button to open the start
menu.
4. Move the controller toward "Entertain-
ment".
5. Select "DVD" and press the controller.
After a few seconds, play will resume at the
point where playback was previously inter-
rupted.
The DVD magazine's load status is indicated on
the Control Display.
If the display fails to detect a DVD that you
have loaded into the magazine, check to
ensure that the DVD has been inserted cor-
rectly and inspect it for signs of defects.
If there are audio CDs in the DVD magazine,
these will not be displayed in the DVD menu,
but instead in the CD changer menu.<
Using the voice command system:
DVD control
With the DVD controller, you can select the
track and chapter, open the DVD-specific menu
and operate functions such as Language, Fast
forward and Reverse or Freeze frame.
A DVD can briefly deactivate functions of the
DVD control, under certain circumstances even
during playback of the entire DVD. It is not pos-
sible to operate the DVD control under these
circumstances. In this case, try to make the
selection using the DVD-specific menu.
During playback:
Press the controller to display the DVD control.
The DVD controller disappears again after a
short time if you have not selected a function.
Fast forward/reverse
Forward/reverse with DVD control
1. During playback, press the controller to dis-
play the DVD control.
2. Select and press the controller.
3. To increase the fast forward/reverse speed,
press the controller several times.
The DVD playback will be distorted.
To cancel fast forward/reverse:
Select and press the controller.
The DVD will start play at the point selected.
Forward/reverse with controller
1. During playback, turn the controller.
Fast forward/reverse is interrupted.
1. {DVD on}.
2. {DVD 1...6}.
Softkey Function
Start playback
Stop playback
Close DVD controller
Activate and deactivate freeze
frame
Skip chapter
Fast forward/reverse
DVD-specific menu:
Select functions
DVD-specific menu:
Return to previous menu
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2. Turn the controller further.
The speed is increased.
3. Release the controller.
Fast forward/reverse is interrupted. The
system will continue play at the point on the
DVD at which the controller was released.
Skip chapter
You can change to the next or previous chapter
during playback.
1. During playback, press the controller to dis-
play the DVD control.
2. Select and press repeatedly until
you reach the desired chapter.
or:
Press the button on the left or right
repeatedly until you reach the desired chapter.
Adjusting picture
1. During playback, press the controller to dis-
play the DVD control.
2. Select and press the controller.
3. Select the arrow and press the control-
ler.
4. Select "Picture" and press the controller.
5. Select "Brightness", "Color", or "Contrast"
and press the controller.
6. Turn the controller until you reach the
desired setting.
7. Press the controller to save the setting.
Freeze frame
1. During playback, press the controller to dis-
play the DVD control.
2. Select at the desired point and press the
controller.
The film is stopped.
3. Select or and press the controller to
cancel the freeze frame.
DVD playback is continued at the point at
which it was interrupted.
Selecting picture format
You can adjust the DVD format to your screen.
The picture format is a DVD-specific function
and is not available on all DVDs.
1. During playback, press the controller to dis-
play the DVD control.
2. Select and press the controller.
3. Select the arrow and press the control-
ler.
4. Select "Picture" and press the controller.
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5. Select "Pict.format" and press the control-
ler.
6. Select the desired picture format and press
the controller.
Color settings can be adjusted separately
for the Control Display and the rear seat
screen.<
Selecting language, subtitles
and viewing angle
Many DVDs offer dialogue and subtitles in vari-
ous languages or scene descriptions for the
hearing impaired. In addition, with some DVDs,
the film can be viewed from different camera
angles. These functions are stored on the DVD.
1. During playback, press the controller to dis-
play the DVD control.
2. Select "FULL MENU" and press the con-
troller.
3. Make the desired selection and press the
controller:
> "TITLE"
Displaying DVD title.
> "AUDIO"
Selecting different languages.
> "SUBTITLE"
Selecting language of subtitles.
> "ANGLE"
Selecting camera viewing angle.
Notes or symbols that appear during the
playback of a film generally point out dif-
ferent camera angles. They usually only
appear briefly.
With some DVDs, it is only possible to
select language, subtitles, camera angle,
or track by using the DVD-specific menu.
Refer to the information on your DVD for possi-
ble selections.<
Opening DVD-specific menu
Additional functions may be available on DVDs.
For example, the viewer can select from several
possible plots or display information on the film.
1. During playback, press the controller to dis-
play the DVD control.
2. Select "MENU" or "TOP" and press the
controller.
Selecting "MENU" generally takes you to
the DVD-specific main menu. On some
DVDs, "TOP" takes you to another menu in
which you can select music scenes, for
example.
To make a selection:
3. Select .
4. Select "OK" and press the controller.
To return to a previous menu:
Select or the arrow and press the con-
troller.
You can also select language, subtitles,
camera angle, or track in the DVD-spe-
cific menu.
Refer to the information on your DVD for possi-
ble selections.<
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Notes
The DVD changer can play the following for-
mats:
> Video DVD
> CD-DA (audio CD)
The DVD Audio format is not supported by the
DVD changer. However, many audio DVDs
available in stores also contain a video track in
the DVD Video format in addition to the audio
track. These DVDs can be played back by the
DVD changer. Please refer to the information on
your DVD to determine whether your audio DVD
contains an additional video track.
DVDs are usually divided into tracks and chap-
ters and can contain different subtitles, camera
angles or sound tracks, languages and sound
formats. Depending on the version of the DVD,
these functions can be selected either directly
with the DVD control system or only via the
DVD-specific menu. Refer to the information on
your DVD for possible selections.
Dual-sided DVDs available from retail suppliers
are coated on both sides and bear no markings.
This means both sides are information carriers.
To play back the information on the other side,
remove the magazine and turn the DVD over.
Safety note
The BMW DVD changer is a Class 1 laser
product. Do not operate with a damaged
cover panel as this can lead to severe eye injury.
Never play CDs/DVDs with stick-on labels.
They can come loose during playback due to
the heat buildup and cause irreparable damage
to the system.
Only use round CDs/DVDs with a standard
diameter of 4.7 in/12 cm and do not play CDs/
DVDs with an adapter, e.g. CD singles; other-
wise, the CD/DVD or the adapter can jam and
may no longer eject properly.
Do not use combined CD/DVDs, e.g. DVD
Plus
;
otherwise, the CD/DVD can jam, preventing it
from being ejected properly.<
General malfunctions
The BMW DVD changer is optimized for opera-
tion in the vehicle. It may react more sensitively
to defective CDs/DVDs than devices intended
for stationary use.
If a CD/DVD cannot be played back, first check
to make sure it has been correctly inserted.
Humidity
High humidity can fog the CD/DVD or the focus-
ing lens for the laser beam, temporarily prevent-
ing playback.
Malfunctions with particular CDs/DVDs
If malfunctions occur only with particular CDs/
DVDs, this can be due to one of the following
causes.
Home-recorded CDs/DVDs
Malfunction sources in home-recorded CDs/
DVDs include, for example, inconsistent data
origination and recording processes as well as
low quality or pronounced aging of the blanks
used.
Only write on CDs/DVDs with a marker espe-
cially designed for this purpose.
Damaged CDs/DVDs
Avoid finger prints, dust, scratches, and mois-
ture.
Store CDs/DVDs in a sleeve.
Do not expose CDs/DVDs to temperatures
above 1227/506, high humidity or direct
sunlight.
CDs/DVDs with copy protection
Manufacturers often provide CDs/DVDs with
copy protection. This can prevent or limit the
playback of these CDs/DVDs.
Care instructions
You can find everything you need to know about
this topic by consulting the separate Caring for
your vehicle brochure.
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Communications
This chapter describes the extensive array of
options available for mobile communications
with family, friends, business associates
and service providers.
Communications
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Telephone overview
The concept
Your BMW is equipped with a mobile phone
preparation package. After a suitable mobile
phone has been logged onto the vehicle once,
you can operate the mobile phone via iDrive,
via the buttons on the steering wheel, via the
phone keypad and by voice.
A mobile phone that has been logged on once is
automatically detected again with the engine
running or the ignition switched on as soon as
it is in the vehicle interior. The logon data of up
to four mobile phones can be stored simulta-
neously. If several mobile phones are detected
simultaneously, the mobile phone logged on
most recently can be operated via the vehicle.
Using a phone in your vehicle
Using snap-in adapter*
The so-called snap-in adapter, a mobile phone
cradle, enables the battery to be charged and
the mobile phone to be connected to the exter-
nal antenna of your vehicle. This assures better
network reception and uniform sound quality.
Ask your BMW center which mobile phones
snap-in adapters are offered for.
BMW discourages the use of mobile
phones or other mobile communications
devices inside the vehicle without a direct con-
nection to an outside antenna. Otherwise, the
vehicle electronics and mobile communications
device can affect each other. In addition, there
is no assurance that the radiation generated
during transmission will be discharged from the
vehicle interior.<
Avoid operating a mobile phone detected by
the vehicle with the keypad of the mobile
phone; otherwise, malfunctions can occur.
The mobile phone can be operated by means
of:
> Buttons on the steering wheel, refer to
page 11
> Retracting telephone keypad, refer to
page 177
> iDrive, for principle details, refer to page 16.
> Voice command system
*
, refer to page 23,
except for incoming calls
For information on operating your mobile
phone, please consult the separate operating
instructions.
For your safety
Only make entries when the traffic situa-
tion allows you to do so. Do not hold the
mobile phone in your hand while you are driving;
use the hands-free system instead. If you do
not observe this precaution, your being dis-
tracted can endanger vehicle occupants and
other road users.<
Suitable mobile phones
Ask your BMW center which mobile phones
with a Bluetooth interface are supported by the
mobile phone preparation package or which
mobile phones snap-in adapters are available
for. These mobile phones support the functions
described in this Owner's Manual with a certain
software version. Malfunctions can occur with
other mobile phones.
*
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Hands-free system
The hands-free microphone is located on the
left-hand side on the headliner.
The hands-free system is activated whenever
you establish or receive a call using the follow-
ing:
> Buttons on the steering wheel, page 11
> Voice command system
*
, page 23, except
for incoming calls
> Retracting telephone keypad
> iDrive, refer to Using the phone, page 182
Volume adjustment
You can set the volume for the hands-free sys-
tem and the ring tone separately:
> Turn knob during a call.
> Turn knob during an incoming call.
This volume is maintained, even if the other
audio sources are set to minimum volume.
The setting is stored for the remote control cur-
rently in use.
Retracting telephone keypad
The telephone keypad allows you to use all of
the basic mobile phone functions without ever
picking up the handset.
Calls are automatically routed through the
hands-free system.
Sliding out
Press telephone keypad 1.
It slides out.
Sliding in
Slide telephone keypad in until it engages.
It is not possible to remove the telephone
keypad.<
2 Rejecting call or terminating con-
nection.
3 Press briefly: deletes the last digit
entered.
Press and hold: deletes the entire
number.
4 Accepting call or establishing con-
nection.
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Touch tone dialing
The touch tone code is required for access to
network services or for controlling devices, e.g.
remote checking of an answering machine.
This function is available when a connection
has been established.
Emergency call with
emergency call button*
When the vehicle is equipped with the full
mobile phone preparation package, you can
trigger an emergency call via the emergency
call button on the headliner.
Conditions for an emergency call:
> BMW Assist is activated.
> Radio ready state is activated.
> The wireless communications network is
available.
> The emergency call system is operable.
Initiating an emergency call
1. To open the protective cover:
Briefly press the protective cover.
2. Press the emergency call button for at least
2seconds.
The LED in the button lights up. As soon as the
voice connection to the BMW Assist response
center has been established, the LED flashes.
An additional speaker is integrated in the front
passenger footwell for emergency calls.
If conditions allow, remain in the vehicle
until the connection has been estab-
lished. You will then be able to provide a
detailed description of the situation.<
On vehicles with BMW Assist enabled, a tele-
phone connection to the BMW Assist response
center is established. If the current vehicle posi-
tion can be determined, this is conveyed to the
response center.
A navigation CD/DVD must be inserted
and the GPS signal must be received.
Otherwise, the current vehicle position cannot
be transferred.
If the navigation system is inoperative, the cur-
rent position of the vehicle is not transmitted.<
Upon receipt of the data, a confirmation report
will appear on the Control Display. The BMW
Assist response center can initiate immediate
action for emergency assistance.
Under certain conditions, an emergency call is
initiated automatically immediately after a
severe accident. An automatic emergency call
is not affected by the emergency call button
being pressed.
For technical reasons, the emergency call
cannot be guaranteed under unfavorable
conditions.<
5 Entering digits 1-9.
6 Entering special characters.
7 Entering the digit 0.
8 Press briefly: entering special
characters.
Press and hold
*
: pause for touch
tone dialing.
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Getting started
Inserting mobile phone
If you insert or remove the mobile phone during
a call, the call may be interrupted depending on
the mobile phone model.
1. Remove the protective cap from the mobile
phone's antenna connector if necessary, so
that the mobile phone can engage in the
snap-in adapter.
2. Push the mobile phone downward toward
the electrical connections, arrow 1, and
press forward, arrow 2, until it engages.
The battery is charged starting from radio ready
state of the vehicle, refer to charge indicator on
mobile phone.
Removing mobile phone
To remove mobile phone, depending on model:
> Press the button.
> Push the button upward.
Logging on mobile phone in
vehicle
To log your mobile phone onto the vehicle, you
need a special Bluetooth passkey. This is
included in the information kit.
The following prerequisites must be met:
> The ignition is switched on.
> The mobile phone is ready for operation.
> The Bluetooth connections in the vehicle
and the mobile phone are activated.
> Depending on the mobile phone model,
certain presets are required on the mobile
phone, e.g. detecting, connecting or cou-
pling Bluetooth unit, refer to the operating
instructions of your mobile phone.
Only log on the mobile phone with the
vehicle stopped; otherwise, the passen-
gers and other road user can be endangered
due to a lack of attentiveness on the part of the
driver.<
Preparation with iDrive
iDrive, for principle details, refer to page 16.
1. Press the button to open the start
menu.
2. Move the controller toward "Settings".
3. Select "Phone" and press the controller.
4. Select "PAIRING" and press the controller.
The three LEDs in the status line flash, refer
to page 20.
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Establishing connection between
mobile phone and vehicle
5. Additional operations must be carried out
on the mobile phone and differ depending
on the model, refer to the operating instruc-
tions of your mobile phone, e.g. under
searching for, connecting to, or coupling to
a Bluetooth device.
6. Enter and confirm Bluetooth passkey using
your mobile phone keypad.
Following successful logon, the name of
your mobile phone will appear on the Con-
trol Display.
The next time you use the mobile phone within
Bluetooth range of the vehicle, it will be
detected within a short time with the ignition
switched on.
As soon as the vehicle detects a mobile phone,
the phone book entries stored on the SIM card
or in your mobile phone are transmitted to your
vehicle. This transfer is dependent on your
mobile phone, refer to the operating instruc-
tions of your mobile phone if necessary, and
can take several minutes.
During each connection, the phone book
entries present in the vehicle are calibrated with
the phone book entries currently stored in the
mobile phone. The entries in the vehicle are
added to or deleted as needed in the process of
this.
Up to four mobile phones can be logged on one
after the other. If you want to log on a fifth
mobile phone, first the logon data of a mobile
phone must be deleted, refer to page 180.
Logging off a mobile phone
from vehicle
If you no longer want to operate a mobile phone
via the vehicle, you can delete the logon data of
the mobile phone.
iDrive, for principle details, refer to page 16.
1. Press the button to open the start
menu.
2. Move the controller toward "Settings".
3. Select "Phone" and press the controller.
4. Select the desired mobile phone and press
the controller.
5. Select "YES" and press the controller.
The logged-off mobile phone is deleted
from the list. The phone book entries stored
in the vehicle are also deleted in the pro-
cess.
Activating/deactivating
Bluetooth link
Bluetooth technology is not approved in
all countries. Observe the applicable local
regulations. Temporarily deactivate the Blue-
tooth link between the vehicle and the mobile
phone if necessary.<
1. Remove the mobile phone from the cradle
and switch off.
2. Press the button to open the start
menu.
3. Move the controller toward "Settings".
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4. Select "Phone" and press the controller.
5. Select "BLUETOOTH" and press the con-
troller.
> The LED next to "BLUETOOTH" lights up
in green:
The Bluetooth connection is activated.
> The LED next to "BLUETOOTH" does not
light up:
The Bluetooth connection is deactivated.
Snap-in adapter*
The snap-in adapter is inserted into the rear
inside of the center armrest.
Inserting
1. Press buttons to open cover of center arm-
rest.
2. Press area around button, arrows 1, and
take out the cover, arrow 2.
3. Insert top of snap-in adapter, arrow 3, and
press lower region forward, arrow 4.
Removing
Press area around button, arrows 1, and take
out snap-in adapter, arrow 2.
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Using the phone
You have the option of controlling the phone
using various parts of the vehicle equipment:
> The button on the steering wheel
> The retracting telephone keypad
> iDrive
> The voice command system
*
The phone number appears in the upper status
line, refer to page 20.
With the ignition switched off, you can continue
an ongoing call for a maximum of 16 minutes via
the hands-free system.
Requirements
> The logon data of the mobile phone are
stored in the vehicle and the mobile phone
is ready to operate.
> The ignition is switched on.
> The mobile phone is detected by the vehi-
cle.
Initiating communication
iDrive, for principle details, refer to page 16.
1. Press the button to open the start
menu.
2. Move the controller toward "Communica-
tion".
Receiving calls
If you have the phone number of the caller
stored in the phone book and the phone num-
ber has been transmitted, the name of the entry
is displayed.
Accepting a call
> Press the button on the steering wheel.
or
> Press the button on the retracting tele-
phone keypad.
or
> Select the symbol on the Control Dis-
play and press the controller.
The phone number or name are shown in the
status line.
Rejecting a call
> Press the button on the retracting tele-
phone keypad.
or
> Select the symbol on the Control Dis-
play and press the controller.
Ending a call
> Press the button on the steering wheel.
or
> Press the button on the retracting tele-
phone keypad.
or
> Select the symbol on the Control Dis-
play and press the controller.
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Making a call
Dialing a phone number and
establishing a connection
Retracting telephone keypad
1. Enter the phone number.
2. Press the button.
Voice command system*
The system recognizes digits from zero to nine.
You can say each digit individually or group
them into a sequence to speed up the entry
process:
After the last spoken sequence of digits has
been repeated by the system, you can delete
this sequence of digits:
With {Delete number} all numbers previously
entered are deleted:
Redialing
You can recall the last phone number you
selected:
Dialing a phone number from phone
book or a phone number stored in a list
Phone numbers you have called, missed calls,
and the entries of the phone book are stored in
lists when the mobile phone is connected to the
vehicle via Bluetooth. If the caller is entered in
the phone book, the name of the entry is dis-
played instead of the phone number. The fol-
lowing lists are available:
> "TOP 8":
The eight phone numbers in the phone
book that are called most frequently are
automatically stored in the Top 8 list. The
number called most often appears at the
top of the list.
> "Last":
The last eight phone numbers you have
dialed are automatically stored. The last
number dialed is at the top of the list.
> "A-Z":
The entries in the phone book of the SIM
card or of the mobile phone, including name
and phone number, are displayed in alpha-
betical order.
> "Missed":
The phone numbers of the last eight calls
not accepted are stored, provided that the
phone number of the caller was transmitted.
A missed call is indicated by an envelope
symbol in the top status line.
Dialing phone numbers from phone
book
The list "A-Z" is available for you phone book
entries. The Control Display shows the entries
in the phone book of the SIM card or mobile
phone in alphabetical order.
1. Select "A-Z" and press the controller.
An alphabetical listing of all the entries in
the phone book appears on the right side of
the Control Display.
2. Select the desired entry and press the con-
troller.
3. Select the symbol and press the control-
ler.
The system dials the number. The phone num-
ber is displayed in the top status line.
1. {Dial number}.
2. Say the phone number.
3. {Dial}.
1. {Correction}.
2. Correct the phone number.
1. {Delete number}.
2. Delete the phone number.
{Redial}.
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The connection can also be established
via the button on the steering wheel or the
telephone keypad.<
Dialing phone numbers stored in a list
To select an entry and establish a connection:
1. Select the list and press the controller.
> "TOP 8"
> "Last"
> "Missed"
2. Select the desired entry and press the con-
troller.
3. Select the symbol and press the control-
ler.
The system dials the number.
The phone number is displayed in the top sta-
tus line as this happens.
The connection can also be established
via the button on the steering wheel or the
telephone keypad.<
Deleting entries in lists
You can delete the lists of the most frequently
called phone numbers, missed calls and the last
subscribers called.
1. Select the desired list and press the con-
troller.
The stored entries are shown on the right
side of the Control Displays.
2. Select the symbol and press the con-
troller to delete all existing entries.
3. Select "YES" and press the controller.
The phone book entries are deleted.
Voice-command phone book*
You can use the voice command system to cre-
ate a separate voice command phone book with
up to 50 entries. You must first input all entries
by voice command. iDrive phone book entries
cannot be accessed by voice command. But
you do have the option of importing your phone
book entries into the voice command phone
book.
Making a new entry in voice-command
phone book
Say the phone number in blocks of three to six
digits. An entry always consists of a name and
phone number.
Transferring phone book entries and
updating voice command phone book*
You can import your phone book entries into
the voice command phone book and update it:
Each phone number is sent to the voice com-
mand phone book individually. The phone num-
ber and the name appear on the Control Dis-
play. {{Should the entry be saved in the
telephone book?}} or {{Save entry?}}:
You must assign a specific name to each num-
ber that you wish to import into the voice-com-
mand phone book. These numbers will no
longer be requested during updates.
1. {Save name}.
2. Speak name and repeat entry upon
request.
3. Say the phone number.
4. {Save}.
1. {Telephone}.
2. {Telephone book}.
3. {Update phone book}.
> {No}.
The next name is displayed.
> {Yes}:
Say the desired name aloud and repeat
it.
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Having entries read
You can have all the entries of your voice-com-
mand phone book read aloud in the order of
their input and select a certain entry to establish
a connection:
Dialing from voice-command phone
book
You can recall a saved entry by the name and
dial the phone number:
Deleting entry of voice-command
phone book
You can delete individual entries from the
voice-command phone book:
Deleting all entries of voice-command
phone book
You can delete all entries in the phone book:
Switching between mobile
phone and hands-free system
If you insert the mobile phone into or remove it
from the snap-in adapter during a call, this can
cause the call to be disconnected.
From mobile phone to hands-free
system
You can continue calls begun outside the Blue-
tooth range of the vehicle via the handsfree sys-
tem when the motor is running or the ignition is
switched on.
Depending on your mobile phone, the switch to
hands-free mode occurs automatically.
With mobile phones that do not switch over
automatically to hands-free operation:
> Press the button in the upper area of
the snap-in adapter.
> Depending on the mobile phone model
used, the conversation can also be contin-
ued via the handsfree system if necessary.
Follow the instructions given on the mobile
phone display, refer to the operating
instructions of your mobile phone.
From handsfree system to mobile
phone
When you telephone via the handsfree system,
you can also continue the call via the mobile
phone if necessary, depending on the mobile
phone model. Act according to what is shown
on the mobile phone display, refer to the oper-
ating instructions of your mobile phone.
{Read out}.
> To scroll forward:
{Next}
> To scroll back:
{Previous}
> To repeat entry:
{Repeat}
> To call:
{Dial}
1. {Dial name}.
2. Say the name.
3. {Dial}.
1. {Telephone}.
2. {Delete entry}.
3. Say the name.
1. {Telephone}.
2. {Delete telephone book}.
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BMW Assist
To avoid posing an unnecessary hazard,
both to your own vehicle's occupants and
to other road users, only make entries while the
vehicle is stationary.<
The contract of participation with BMW Assist
and the registration must be completed before
you can use BMW Assist.
Requirements
> Make sure that the vehicle can determine its
current position. Reception is best when
you have an unobstructed view to the sky.
> Leave radio ready state switched on while
connecting to the system.
The position of the vehicle can influence
the mobile communications/GPS recep-
tion. As a rule, mobile communications/GPS
reception is only possible when your vehicle is
out in the open.
When vehicle data is exchanged with the BMW
center, a corresponding message appears on
the Control Display.<
Initializing BMW Assist
To be able to use the services of BMW Assist,
you must first initialize the system.
iDrive, for principle details, refer to page 16.
1. Press the button to open the start
menu.
2. Move the controller toward "BMW Assist".
3. Select "Status" and press the controller.
4. Select" BMW Assist" and press the control-
ler.
5. Select "INITIALIZE" and press the control-
ler.
The system goes through four phases to estab-
lish the contact with the BMW center and set up
the services you have selected.
The initialization lasts up to 9 minutes. The cur-
rent status appears on the Control Display. If
you bring up another system, the initialization
continues to run in the background.
During initialization, please do not turn off
the system, i.e. leave the ignition
switched on.
The services of BMW Assist can only be dialed
up after initialization.
In order to assure the transmission of data, the
initialization must be carried out while the vehi-
cle is stationary.<
Following initialization, the system changes to
the service overview.
*
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Services offered
Automatic service notification*
Information regarding the maintenance status
of your vehicle or legally mandated inspections
is automatically transferred before the relevant
deadline. You can check when the BMW center
was notified.
iDrive, for principle details, refer to page 16.
1. Press the button to open the start
menu.
2. Move the controller toward "BMW Assist".
3. Select "BMW center" and press the con-
troller.
4. Select "Service Status" and press the con-
troller.
"The automatic service reporting function
will be triggered when service is required.
You will be informed of the current status
here."
5. Select "Status" and press the controller.
Your BMW dealer will be informed if neces-
sary.
6. Select the arrow and press the controller
to blank out the display.
Roadside Assistance
You can contact the BMW Group's Roadside
Assistance if you need help in the event of a
breakdown.
iDrive, for principle details, refer to page 16.
1. Press the button to open the start
menu.
2. Move the controller toward "BMW Assist".
3. Select "BMW center" and press the con-
troller.
4. Select "Roadside Assistance" and press
the controller.
The current vehicle position is displayed.
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5. Select "START" and press the controller.
The BMW center forwards the current vehicle
position and the customer profile and other
vehicle data to the relevant Roadside Assis-
tance service.
A voice connection will be established.
For technical reasons, the Roadside
Assistance cannot be guaranteed under
unfavorable conditions.<
Establishing contact with your
BMW center or the BMW Hotline*
You can contact your BMW center, e.g. to
arrange a service appointment.
For information related to your vehicle, call the
BMW Hotline.
iDrive, for principle details, refer to page 16.
1. Press the button to open the start
menu.
2. Move the controller toward "BMW Assist".
3. Select "BMW center" and press the con-
troller.
4. Select the desired service and press the
controller.
> "Your BMW center"
> "Customer Relations"
The current vehicle position is displayed.
5. Select "START" and press the controller.
Depending on the specific country, the data of
CBS Condition Based Service are transferred
simultaneously when BMW Assist is activated.
Customizing BMW Assist
Displaying services
iDrive, for principle details, refer to page 16.
1. Press the button to open the start
menu.
2. Move the controller toward "BMW Assist".
3. Select "Status" and press the controller.
4. Select "Services" and press the controller.
The current services of BMW Assist are dis-
played.
Updating services
You will be notified of any changes in the ser-
vices offered by BMW Assist. If this occurs, you
should update the services.
iDrive, for principle details, refer to page 16.
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1. Press the button to open the start
menu.
2. Move the controller toward "BMW Assist".
3. Select "Status" and press the controller.
4. Select "BMW Assist" and press the control-
ler.
5. Select "UPDATE" and press the controller.
The updating process takes a few minutes.
Canceling services
In the vehicle, the services are deactivated by
using BMW Assist "DEACTIV." This has no
effect on contract cancelation.
iDrive, for principle details, refer to page 16.
1. Press the button to open the start
menu.
2. Move the controller toward "BMW Assist".
3. Select "Status" and press the controller.
4. Select "BMW Assist" and press the control-
ler.
5. Select "DEACTIV." and press the control-
ler.
BMW Assist is canceled in the vehicle.
If you have deactivated the services in
your vehicle, they are no longer available.
Then no position data can be transmitted dur-
ing an emergency call.<
Reinitialize BMW Assist to re-enable.
Terminating services
If you give notice to terminate the services, your
vehicle is blocked for establishing contact to
BMW Assist.
After giving notice, the emergency call
function is no longer available to you.<
Requesting vehicle data
When BMW Assist is activated, the license
plate and the vehicle identification number of
your vehicle can be displayed.
iDrive, for principle details, refer to page 16.
1. Press the button to open the start
menu.
2. Move the controller toward "BMW Assist".
3. Select "Status" and press the controller.
4. Select "Profile" and press the controller.
The data stored for your vehicle are dis-
played.
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Mobility
This section helps you maintain your mobility
by supplying important information on vital
topics including fuels and lubricants,
wheels and tires, service, maintenance
and Roadside Assistance.
Mobility
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Refueling
Fuel filler door
Always switch off the engine before refu-
eling; otherwise, no fuel can be filled into
the tank and a message is displayed.<
To open and close: briefly press the rear edge of
the fuel filler door.
Manual release
In the event of an electrical malfunction in the
system, you can release the fuel filler door man-
ually:
1. Lift the handle to remove the cover panel on
the right side of the luggage compartment.
2. Take the knob with the fuel pump symbol
from the bracket and pull it to unlock the
fuel filler door.
When handling fuel, always observe all
applicable precautionary measures and
regulations. Never transport reserve fuel con-
tainers in the vehicle. These can leak and cause
an explosion or a fire in an accident.<
Simple and environmentally friendly
When handling fuels, always follow any
safety guidelines posted at the gas sta-
tion.<
Put the filler cap in the bracket attached to the
fuel filler door.
When refueling, insert the filler nozzle com-
pletely into the filler pipe. Avoid raising the filler
nozzle during refueling; otherwise, this
> results in premature pump shutoff
> can lead to reduced efficiency in the fuel-
vapor recovery system
The fuel tank is full when the filler nozzle clicks
off the first time.
Fuel tank capacity
Approx. 23.2 US gallons/88 liters, including a
reserve of:
> 750i/Li: approx. 2.6 gallons/10 liters.
> 760i/Li: approx. 3.1 gallons/12 liters.
Refuel as soon as possible once your
cruising range falls below 30 miles/
50 km; otherwise, engine functions are not
ensured and damage can occur.<
Closing fuel filler cap
Fit the cap and turn it clockwise until you clearly
hear a click.
Do not crush the cap leash between the
fuel filler cap and the vehicle. A message
*
is displayed if the cap is loose or missing.<
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Fuel specifications
Do not use leaded gasoline; otherwise,
permanent damage to the catalytic con-
verter will result.<
Required fuel
Super Premium Gasoline/AKI 91
This gasoline is highly recommended.
However, you may also use gasoline with a
lower AKI rating. The minimum AKI rating is 87.
If you use gasoline with this minimum AKI rat-
ing, the engine may produce knocking sounds
when starting at high outside temperatures.
This has no effect on the engine life.
Use high-quality brands
Field experience has indicated significant dif-
ferences in fuel quality: volatility, composition,
additives, etc., among gasolines offered for sale
in the United States and Canada. Fuels contain-
ing up to and including 10Ξ ethanol or other
oxygenates with up to 2.8 Ξ oxygen by weight,
that is, 15Ξ MTBE or 3Ξ methanol plus an
equivalent amount of co-solvent, will not void
the applicable warranties with respect to
defects in materials or workmanship.
The use of poor-quality fuels may result in
drivability, starting and stalling problems,
especially under certain environmental condi-
tions such as high ambient temperature and
high altitude.
Should you encounter drivability problems
which you suspect could be related to the fuel
you are using, we recommend that you respond
by switching to a recognized high-quality brand
such as gasoline that is advertised as Top Tier
Detergent Gasoline.
Failure to comply with these recommendations
may result in unscheduled maintenance.<
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Wheels and tires
Tire inflation pressure
Information for your safety
The condition of the tires and the maintenance
of the specified tire pressure are crucial not only
to the tire's service life, but also to driving com-
fort and most importantly, driving safety.
Checking pressure
Only check tire inflation pressure when the tires
are cold. This means after a maximum of
1,25 miles/2 km driving or when the vehicle has
been parked for at least 2 hours. When tires are
warm, the tire inflation pressure increases.
Check the tire inflation pressure regularly
and correct it as needed, including the
spare wheel: at least twice a month and before
starting long trips. If you fail to observe this pre-
caution, you may be driving on tires with incor-
rect tire pressures, a condition that can not only
compromise your vehicle's driving stability, but
also lead to tire damage and the risk of an acci-
dent. Do not drive with deflated, i.e. flat tires,
except run-flat tires. A flat tire will seriously
impair your vehicle's handling and braking
response. Attempts to drive on a flat tire can
lead to loss of control over the vehicle.<
After correcting the tire inflation pressure,
reinitialize the Flat Tire Monitor, refer to
page 90, or reset the Tire Pressure Monitor,
refer to page 92.<
Pressure specifications
The tables below provide all the correct inflation
pressures for the specified tire sizes at ambient
temperature.
The inflation pressures apply to the tire
sizes and tire brands respectively
approved and recommended by BMW; a list of
these is available from your BMW center.<
For correct identification of the right inflation
pressure for your tires, observe the following:
> Tire sizes for your vehicle
> Load conditions
> Maximum allowable driving speed
Tire inflation pressures for driving
up to 100 mph/160 km/h
For normal driving up to 100 mph/160 km/h
adjust pressures to the respective tire inflation
pressures listed on the following pages in the
column for traveling speeds up to a max. of
100 mph/160 km/h to achieve optimum driving
comfort.
These pressure specifications can be found on
the door post when you open the driver's door.
The permissible top speed for these tire
inflation pressures is 100 mph/160 km/h.
Do not exceed this speed; otherwise, tire dam-
age and accidents may result.<
Tire inflation pressures for driving
above 100 mph/160 km/h
In order to drive at maximum speeds in
excess of 100 mph/160 km/h, please
observe, and, if necessary, adjust tire pressures
for speeds exceeding 100 mph/160 km/h from
the relevant table on the following pages.
Otherwise, tire damage and accidents could
occur.<
Observe all national and local maximum speed
limits; otherwise, violations of the law could
occur.
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Tire inflation pressures for 750i/Li
Tire size Pressure specifications in psi/kPa
Traveling speeds
up to max. of
100 mph/160 km/h
All traveling speeds
including those exceeding
100 mph/160 km/h
All pressure specifications in
the table are indicated in psi/
kilopascal with cold tires.
Cold = ambient temperature
245/55 R 17 102 H M+S 29/200 32/220 29/200 33/230 30/210 38/260
245/50 R 18 100 V M+S A/S
245/50 R 18 100 W
245/50 R 18 100 H M+S
245/50 R 18 104 V M+S XL
29/200 35/240 30/210 36/250 35/240 42/290
Front: 245/45 R 19 98 W 29/200 - 32/220 - 33/230 -
Rear: 275/40 R 19 101 W - 33/230 - 35/240 - 39/270
Front: 245/45 R 19 98 Y 29/200 - 29/200 - 30/210
Rear: 275/40 R 19 101 Y - 33/230 - 30/210 35/240
Front: 245/40 R 20 95 Y 30/210 - 32/220 - 33/230 -
Rear: 275/35 R 20 98 Y - 36/250 - 35/240 - 39/270
Front: 245/35 ZR 21 96 Y XL 33/230 - 35/240 - 36/250 -
Rear: 285/30 ZR 21 100 Y XL - 39/270 - 36/250 - 42/290
More details on the permitted load and weights can be found on page 220.
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Tire inflation pressures for 760i/Li
Tire size Pressure specifications in psi/kPa
Traveling speeds
up to max. of
100 mph/160 km/h
All traveling speeds
including those exceeding
100 mph/160 km/h
All pressure specifications in
the table are indicated in psi/
kilopascal with cold tires.
Cold = ambient temperature
245/50 R 18 100 V M+S A/S
245/50 R 18 100 W
245/50 R 18 100 H M+S
245/50 R 18 104 V M+S XL
29/200 33/230 33/230 38/260 35/240 41/280
Front: 245/45 R 19 98 Y 30/210 - 32/220 - 33/230 -
Rear: 275/40 R 19 101 Y - 32/220 - 32/220 - 33/230
Front: 245/40 R 20 95 Y 33/230 - 35/240 - 36/250 -
Rear: 275/35 R 20 98 Y - 35/240 - 35/240 - 38/260
Front: 245/35 ZR 21 96 Y XL 38/260 - 39/270 - 41/280 -
Rear: 285/30 ZR 21 100 Y XL - 38/260 - 39/270 - 41/280
More details on the permitted load and weights can be found on page 220.
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Tire coding
Knowledge of the labeling on the side of the tire
makes it easier to identify and choose the right
tires.
Tire size
Speed rating
Q = up to 105 mph/160 km/h
T = up to 118 mph/190 km/h
H = up to 131 mph/210 km/h
V = up to 150 mph/240 km/h
W = up to 167 mph/270 km/h
Y = up to 186 mph/300 km/h
Tire Identification Number
Tires with DOT codes meet the guidelines of
the U.S. Department of Transportation.
DOT code:
Tire age
The tire's date of manufacture is indicated on
the sidewall:
DOT...1006 means that the tire was manufac-
tured in the 10th week of 2006.
BMW recommends that you replace all tires –
including the spare – after a maximum of
6 years, even though the tires may have a theo-
retical service life of up to 10 years.
Uniform Tire Quality Grading
Quality grades can be found where applicable
on the tire sidewall between tread shoulder and
maximum section width. For example:
Tread wear 200 Traction AA
Temperature A
DOT Quality Grades
Tread wear
Traction AA A B C
Temperature A B C
All passenger car tires must conform to
Federal Safety Requirements in addition
to these grades.<
Tread wear
The tread wear grade is a comparative rating
based on the wear rate of the tire when tested
under controlled conditions on a specified gov-
ernment test course.
For example, a tire graded 150 would wear one
and one-half, 1γ, times as well on the govern-
ment course as a tire graded 100. The relative
performance of tires depends upon the actual
conditions of their use, however, and may devi-
ate significantly from the norm due to variations
in driving habits, service practices and differ-
ences in road characteristics and climate.
Traction
The traction grades, from highest to lowest, are
AA, A, B, and C.
Those grades represent the tire's ability to stop
on wet pavement as measured under controlled
conditions on specified government test sur-
faces of asphalt and concrete. A tire marked C
may have poor traction performance.
The traction grade assigned to this tire is
based on straight-ahead braking traction
tests, and does not include acceleration, cor-
nering, hydroplaning, or peak traction charac-
teristics.<
e.g.
Nominal width in mm
Aspect ratio in Ξ
Radial tire code
Rim diameter in inches
Load rating,
not for ZR tires
Speed rating,
before R on ZR tires
245/50 R
18
100 V
e.g.
Manufacturer code
for tire makes
Tire size and tire design
Tire age
DOT xxxx xxx 1006
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Temperature
The temperature grades are A, B, and C, A
being highest, and represent the tire's resis-
tance to the generation of heat and its ability to
dissipate heat when tested under controlled
conditions on a specified indoor laboratory test
wheel.
Sustained high temperature can cause the
material of the tire to degenerate and reduce
tire life, and excessive temperature can lead to
sudden tire failure. The grade C corresponds to
a level of performance which all passenger car
tires must meet under the Federal Motor Vehi-
cle Safety Standard No. 109. Grades B and A
represent higher levels of performance on the
laboratory test wheel than the minimum
required by law.
The temperature grade for this tire is
established for a tire that is properly
inflated and not overloaded. Excessive speed,
underinflation, or excessive loading, either sep-
arately or in combination, can cause heat
buildup and possible tire failure.<
RSC Run-flat tires
You will recognize run-flat tires by a circular
symbol containing the letters RSC on the side
of the tire, refer to page 199.
M+S
Winter and all-season tires.
These have better winter properties than sum-
mer tires.
XL
Indicates specially reinforced tires.
Tire condition
Inspect your tires frequently for tread depth,
signs of damage and for foreign objects lodged
in the tread. Check the tread depth.
Minimum tread depth
The tread depth should not fall below 0.12 in/
3 mm, although, for example, European legisla-
tion only specifies a minimum tread depth of
0.063 in/1.6 mm.
At tread depths below 0.12 in/3 mm, there is an
increased risk of high-speed hydroplaning,
even when only small amounts of water are
present on the road surface.
Winter tires display a noticeable loss in their
ability to cope with cold-weather driving condi-
tions once the tread wears to below 0.16 in/
4 mm. To ensure continued safety, you should
always have such tires replaced.
Wear indicators at the tread-groove base, refer
to arrow, are distributed over the tire's circum-
ference and are marked on the side of the tire
with TWI – Tread Wear Indicator. If the tire tread
has been driven down to the wear indicators, a
tread depth of 0.063 in/1.6 mm has been
reached.
Wheel/tire damage
Please note that low profile tires make wheels,
tires, and suspension parts more susceptible to
road hazards and consequential damages.
Unusual vibrations encountered during normal
vehicle operation can indicate tire failure or
some other vehicle defect. This can, for exam-
ple, be caused by driving over curbs. These
kinds of problems may also be signaled by other
changes in vehicle response, such as a strong
tendency to pull to the left or right.
In these cases, reduce speed immedi-
ately and have wheels and tires thor-
oughly checked. Drive carefully to the nearest
BMW center or tire shop that works according
to BMW repair procedures with correspond-
ingly trained personnel. If necessary, have the
vehicle towed there.
Tire damage can be extremely dangerous for
vehicle occupants and other road users.<
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Run-flat tires*
You will recognize run-flat tires by a circular
symbol containing the letters RSC on the side
of the tire.
The run-flat tires consist of special rims and
tires that are self-supporting to a limited
degree. The tire reinforcement ensures that the
tire retains some residual safety in the event of
pressure drop and driving remains possible to a
restricted degree.
To continue driving with a damaged tire:
> When equipped with Flat Tire Monitor, refer
to Indication of a flat tire on page 91.
> When equipped with Tire Pressure Monitor,
refer to Low tire pressure message on
page 93.
New wheels and tires
Only have new wheels and tires mounted
by a BMW center or a tire specialist that
works in accordance with BMW guidelines and
uses appropriately trained personnel. If this
work is not carried out properly, there is a dan-
ger of subsequent damage and related safety
hazards.<
Retreaded tires
BMW does not recommend the use of
retreaded tires; otherwise, driving safety
may be reduced. Possible variations in the
design and the age – which could be substan-
tial – of the tire casing structures can lead to
unusually rapid wear.<
The right wheels and tires
BMW recommends that you use only
wheel and tire combinations that BMW
has tested and approved for your particular
vehicle. Variations in factors such as manufac-
turing tolerances mean that even wheels and
tires with identical official size ratings could
actually have different dimensions than the
approved units – these differences could lead to
body contact, and with it, the risk of severe acci-
dents. If non-approved wheels and tires are
used, BMW cannot evaluate their suitability,
and therefore cannot be held liable for driving
safety.<
You can ask your BMW center for the right
wheel and tire combination.
The correct wheel and tire combination affects
various systems whose function would other-
wise be impaired, such as ABS or DSC.
To maintain good handling and vehicle
response, use only tires of a single tread config-
uration from a single manufacturer. After a flat
tire, always remember to have the original
wheel and tire combination remounted on the
vehicle as soon as possible.
Wheels with electronics for
TPM Tire Pressure Monitor*
When mounting new tires or converting from
summer to winter tires or vice versa, only use
wheels with TPM electronics; otherwise, the
Tire Pressure Monitor cannot detect a flat tire,
refer to page 91. Your BMW center will be
happy to advise you on this subject.
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Recommended tire sizes and brands
BMW recommends particular tire brands for
each tire size. You will recognize them by the
clearly visible BMW identification on the tire
sidewall.
With proper use, these tires meet the highest
standards for safety and handling characteris-
tics.
Run-flat tires
When installing new tires or when changing
from summer tires to winter tires or vice versa,
for your own safety, use run-flat tires. No spare
wheel is provided in the event of a flat. Your
BMW center will be glad to advise you.
For safety reasons, BMW recommends
that you not have damaged run-flat tires
repaired; they should be replaced.<
Special characteristics of winter tires
BMW recommends winter tires for use in cold
winter driving conditions. Although so-called
all-season M+S tires provide better winter trac-
tion than summer tires, they generally fail to
provide the same levels of cold-weather perfor-
mance as winter tires.
Observing speed ratings
Never exceed the maximum speed for
which the winter tires are rated.<
Storage
Always store wheels and tires in a cool, dry
place with as little exposure to light as possible.
Always protect tires against all contact with oil,
grease and fuels.
Do not exceed the maximum tire inflation pres-
sure indicated on the side wall of the tire.
Snow chains*
Only certain fine-link snow chains are tested,
classified as road-safe, and recommended by
BMW. Consult your BMW center for more infor-
mation. Use on winter tires is only permissible in
pairs on the rear wheels. Follow the manufac-
turer's instructions when installing snow
chains. Do not exceed a vehicle speed of
30 mph/50 km/h with the chains mounted.
Do not initialize the Flat Tire Monitor after
mounting snow chains. When you are
driving with snow chains, it can be beneficial to
activate DTC briefly, refer to page 88.<
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Never attempt to perform any service or
repair operations on your vehicle without
the required, professional technical training.
If you are unfamiliar with the regulations to be
observed, only have work on your vehicle car-
ried out by a BMW center or a repair shop that
works in accordance with BMW guidelines and
uses appropriately trained personnel. If this
work is not carried out properly, there is a dan-
ger of subsequent damage and related safety
hazards.<
Hood
Unlocking
Pull the lever located under the left side of the
instrument panel.
Opening
Pull the release handle and open the hood.
Closing
Close the hood with force. It must be clearly
heard to engage.
Observe the same precautions that apply
to all closing operations by ensuring that
the hood's travel range is clear and unob-
structed before allowing the hood to fall into
position.
If you see any signs that the hood is not com-
pletely closed while you are driving your vehicle,
you should stop at once and close it securely.<
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Engine compartment
1 Brake fluid reservoir, located beneath the
microfilter cover 204
2 Reservoir for windshield and headlamp
washer system 66
3 Engine oil filler neck, refer to Adding engine
oil
4 Body ground, negative terminal 213
5 Coolant expansion tank 204
6 Jump starting terminal 214
Engine oil
The engine oil consumption depends on driving
style and driving conditions.
Checking oil level
Your vehicle is equipped with an electronic oil
level control.
To obtain the most accurate possible oil level
reading, the measurement should be taken
when the engine is at operating temperature,
i.e. following an uninterrupted drive of at least
6 miles/10 km. You can display the oil level
while driving or when stopped on a level surface
with the engine running.
The current oil level can be viewed on the Con-
trol Display.
iDrive, for principle details, refer to page 16.
1. Press the button to open the start
menu.
2. Move the controller toward "Car Data".
3. Select and press the controller.
The oil level is displayed.
Turn the controller to exit the list.
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Possible displays
> "Update of engine oil level in process".
> "Engine oil level O.K.".
> "Oil level at minimum! Add 1 quart engine
oil": Add a maximum of 1 quart/1 liter of
engine oil at the earliest opportunity, refer
to Adding engine oil.
> "Oil level under min.! Add 1 quart engine
oil": Add a maximum of 1 quart/1 liter of
engine oil at the earliest opportunity, refer
to Adding engine oil.
> "Engine oil level too high".
Have vehicle checked immediately;
otherwise, overfilled oil can lead to
engine damage.<
> "No measurement possible at this time".
Adding engine oil
Do not add oil until a Check Control message
appears.
Add oil within the next 125 miles/200 km;
otherwise, the engine could be dam-
aged.<
Keep oil, grease, etc. out of reach of chil-
dren and heed warnings on the contain-
ers to avoid health risks.<
Oil changing
Only have an oil change carried out by a BMW
center or a repair shop that works in accordance
with BMW guidelines and uses appropriately
trained personnel.
Approved engine oils
The quality of the engine oil selected has critical
significance for the operation and service life of
an engine. BMW continuously approves spe-
cific engine oils after confirming their suitability
for use in its vehicles with extensive testing.
Use only approved BMW High Performance
Synthetic Oil.
If BMW High Performance Synthetic Oil is
unavailable, you can add small quantities of
other synthetic oils between oil changes. Use
only oils of the specification API SH or higher.
Your BMW center will be happy to answer
detailed questions on BMW High Perfor-
mance Synthetic Oil or approved synthetic
oils.<
You can also call BMW of North America at
1-800-831-1117 or visit the website at
www.bmwusa.com to obtain this information.
Never use oil additives as they can dam-
age your engine under some circum-
stances.<
Viscosity grades
The viscosity is a measure of the thickness of
the oil and is specified in SAE grades.
The choice of the right SAE grade is based on
the climatic conditions in the region in which
you normally drive your BMW.
Approved oils belong to the SAE grades
5W-40 and 5W-30.<
These oils can be used for driving at all outside
temperatures.
Coolant
Do not open the cooling system when the
engine is hot. Escaping coolant can cause
burns.<
Coolant consists of water and supplemental
antifreeze and anticorrosion agents. Not all
commercially available additives are suitable for
your BMW. Ask your BMW center for suitable
additives.
Only use suitable additives; otherwise,
engine damage may result. The additives
present a health hazard; observe the instruc-
tions on the containers.<
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Always observe all applicable environ-
mental laws and regulations when dis-
posing of used coolant additives.<
Checking coolant level
1. The engine must be at ambient tempera-
ture.
2. Turn the cap of the expansion tank counter-
clockwise to allow any accumulated pres-
sure to escape, then continue turning to
open.
3. The coolant level is correct when the cool-
ant extends to between the MIN and MAX
marks on the filler neck, refer to the diagram
adjacent to the filler neck.
4. If the coolant is low, slowly add coolant up to
the specified level – do not overfill.
5. Twist closed the cap and tighten firmly.
6. Have the reason for the coolant loss elimi-
nated as soon as possible.
Brake system
Malfunction
Brake fluid
The warning lamp lights up and a mes-
sage is shown on the Info Display: stop
immediately.
The brake fluid in the reservoir has fallen to
below the minimum level. At the same time, a
considerably longer brake pedal travel may be
noticeable. Have the system checked immedi-
ately.
Warning lamp on Canadian models
During continued driving increased brake
pedal travel may be necessary, and con-
siderably longer braking distances may result.
Please adapt your driving style accordingly.<
Brake pads
For messages and indicator lamps on the Info
Display, refer to page 80.
For your own safety: use only brake pads
that BMW has approved for your particu-
lar vehicle model. As BMW cannot assess the
suitability of other brake pads for use on your
vehicle, we are unable to assume continued
responsibility for the vehicle's operating safety
if non-approved pads are installed.<
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Maintenance
The BMW Maintenance
System
The BMW Maintenance System serves to
retain the operating and road safety of your
BMW. The service schedule also includes oper-
ations related to the vehicle's comfort and con-
venience features, such as replacement of the
filters for the inside air. The aim is to optimize
maintenance procedures with a view to reduc-
ing the cost of running the vehicle.
Should the day come when you decide to sell
your BMW, you will find that a complete dealer
service history is an asset of inestimable value.
CBS Condition Based Service
Sensors and special algorithms take the differ-
ent driving conditions of your BMW into
account. As a result, Condition Based Service
determines the current and future maintenance
requirements. By letting you define a service
and maintenance regimen that reflects your
own individual requirements, the system forms
the basis for trouble-free driving.
You can have the remaining times or distances
to selected maintenance requirements as well
as legally required deadlines displayed on the
Control Display, refer to page 78:
> Engine oil
> Brakes, separate for front and rear
> Microfilter
> Brake fluid
> Spark plugs
> Vehicle check
> Legally prescribed inspections depending
on national regulations
Your vehicle stores this information continu-
ously in the ignition key while the vehicle is
being driven. After accessing the data stored in
the vehicle key, your BMW Service Advisor can
suggest precisely the right array of service pro-
cedures for your own individual vehicle. This is
why it is important when you take your vehicle in
for service to give the BMW Service Advisor the
last remote control you used for driving.
Storage periods with the battery discon-
nected are not taken into account by the
CBS maintenance system. Have the time-
dependent service and maintenance opera-
tions, such as brake fluid and coolant, and if
necessary engine oil and the micro/activated
charcoal filter, updated by a BMW center.<
Service and Warranty Information
Booklet for US models and
Warranty and Service Guide Booklet
for Canadian models
Please consult your Service and Warranty Infor-
mation Booklet for US models and Warranty
and Service Guide Booklet for Canadian models
for additional information on service require-
ments.
BMW recommends that you have service
and repair operations performed at your
BMW center.
Take the time to ensure that these service pro-
cedures are confirmed by entries in your vehi-
cle's Service and Warranty Information Booklet
for US models and Warranty and Service Guide
Booklet for Canadian models. These entries
verify that your vehicle has received the speci-
fied regular maintenance.<
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Socket for OBD Onboard
Diagnostics
Components which are decisive for the
exhaust-gas composition can be checked via
the OBD socket with a device.
This socket is located to the left on the driver's
side, on the underside of the instrument panel
under a cover.
Emissions values
The warning lamp lights up. The emis-
sions values are deteriorating. Have the
vehicle checked as soon as possible.
Display of the previously described
malfunction on Canadian models.
Under certain circumstances, the warning lamp
will flash. This is a sign of excessive misfiring of
the engine. In this case you should reduce
speed and drive to the nearest BMW center as
soon as possible. Serious engine misfiring,
even for only a short period of time, can seri-
ously damage emission control components,
especially the catalytic converter.
If the fuel filler cap is not properly tight-
ened, the OBD system can detect the
vapor leak and the indicator lamp will light up. If
the cap is then tightened, the display must go
out within a few days.<
Event Data Recorders
Your vehicle may be equipped with one or sev-
eral measuring and diagnosis modules, or with a
device for recording or transmitting certain
vehicle data or information. If you have also
signed a contract of participation for BMW
Assist, certain vehicle data can be transmitted
or recorded to enable corresponding services.
Care
You can find useful information on caring for
your BMW in the Caring for your vehicle bro-
chure.
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Onboard tool kit
The onboard toolkit is located in the luggage
compartment lid.
Loosen the wingnut to open.
The adapter for the spare key can be stored
beneath the open-ended wrenches.
Windshield wiper blades
To replace the blades, start by folding the wip-
ers out and away from the windshield, refer to
page 66.
Lamps and bulbs
Lamps and lights contribute significantly to
road safety. Therefore, comply fully with the fol-
lowing instructions during bulb replacement.
BMW recommends that you entrust corre-
sponding procedures to your BMW center if
you are unfamiliar with them or they are not
described here.
Never touch the glass of new bulbs with
your bare fingers, as even minute
amounts of contamination will burn into the
bulb's surface and reduce its service life. Use a
clean cloth, napkin, etc., or hold the bulb by its
metal socket.<
You can obtain a selection of replacement bulbs
at your BMW center.
When working on the lighting system, you
should always switch off the lights
affected to prevent short circuits.
To avoid possible injury or equipment damage
when replacing bulbs, follow any instructions
provided by the bulb manufacturer.<
When maintaining the headlamps, please follow
the instructions in the separate Caring for your
vehicle brochure.
Light-emitting diodes LEDs
Light-emitting diodes installed behind translu-
cent lenses serve as the light source for many of
the controls and displays in your vehicle. These
light-emitting diodes, which operate using a
concept similar to that applied in conventional
lasers, are officially designated as Class 1 light-
emitting diodes.
Do not remove the covers, and never
stare into the unfiltered light for several
hours, as irritation of the retina could result.<
Xenon lamp*
The service life of these bulbs is very long and
the probability of a failure is very low, provided
that they are not switched on and off an unusual
number of times. In the unlikely event that one
of these lamps should fail, you can respond by
switching on your fog lamps and proceeding
carefully, where allowed by law.
Only have work on the xenon lighting sys-
tem including bulb changes carried out by
a BMW center or a repair shop that works in
accordance with BMW guidelines and uses
appropriately trained personnel. Due to the high
voltage involved, there is a danger to life and
limb when work is carried out improperly.<
For checking and adjusting headlamp
aim, please contact your BMW center.<
Turn signals, front
The illustration shows the left side of the engine
compartment.
Two bulbs, 21 Watt: P 21 W or PY 21 W
*
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1. Turn the bulb holder to the left and remove.
2. Apply gentle pressure to the bulb while
turning it to the left for removal and replace-
ment.
Side-mounted turn signals
Bulb 5 watts, W 5 W
1. Press against the front edge of the lamp
with the tip of your finger, then push it to the
rear and release the detent at the front.
2. Turn the lamp by 903 and remove.
3. Turn the bulb holder to the left and remove.
4. Extract the bulb for replacement.
Side marker lamps, front and rear
Please contact your BMW center for replace-
ment.
Tail lamps
> Turn signals:
Bulb 21 watts, P 21 W or PY 21 W
*
> Backup lamp:
Bulb 16 watts, W 16 W
1 Brake lamp
2 Rear lamp
3 Backup lamp
4 Reflector
5 Turn signals
Tail and brake lamps
These lights are made using LED technology. If
a defect occurs, please contact your BMW cen-
ter or a repair shop that works in accordance
with BMW guidelines and uses appropriately
trained personnel.
Fender-mounted lamps
Rear turn signals
The illustration shows the recess on the left
side of the luggage compartment.
Bulb 21 watts, P 21 W or PY 21 W
*
1. Use the handle at the top to fold down the
side trim panel.
2. Turn the bulb holder to the left and remove.
3. Apply gentle pressure to the bulb while
turning it to the left for removal and replace-
ment.
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Lamps in luggage compartment lid
1 Backup lamps
The illustration shows the left luggage com-
partment lid cutout.
Remove the trim panel from the luggage com-
partment lid.
Backup lamp
Backup lamp:
Bulb 16 watts, W 16 W
1. Pull the bulb holder out.
2. Extract the bulb for replacement.
Changing wheels
Safety precautions to observe in the
event of a flat and during all tire changes:
Park the vehicle as far as possible from passing
traffic. Park on a firm, flat, surface. Switch on the
hazard warning flashers.
Engage the parking brake and shift the trans-
mission selector lever into P.
Have all vehicle occupants get out of the vehicle
and ensure that they remain outside the imme-
diate area in a safe place, such as behind a
guardrail.
If a warning triangle or portable hazard warning
lamp is required, set it up on the roadside at an
appropriate distance from the rear of the vehi-
cle. Comply with all safety guidelines and regu-
lations.
Change the wheel only on a level, firm surface
which is not slippery. The vehicle or the jack
could slip to the side if you attempt to raise the
vehicle on a soft or slippery surface such as
snow, ice, tile, etc.
Position the jack on a firm support surface.
Do not use a wooden block or similar object as a
support base for the jack, as this would prevent
it from extending to its full support height and
reduce its load-carrying capacity.
To avoid serious or fatal injury, never lie under
the vehicle and never start the engine while it is
supported by the jack.<
What you will need
To avoid rattling noises, note the positions of
the tools before removing them, then return
them to their initial positions after completing
work.
> Lug wrench
Located beside the spare wheel.
> Wheel chock
Located next to the spare wheel, or behind
the trim panel on the left side of the luggage
compartment on vehicles equipped with a
trailer coupling.
Remove the floor mat and the cover above
the spare tire.
Unscrew the wingnut and remove the wheel
chock.
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> Vehicle jack
Located in the luggage compartment
behind the right-hand side panel.
Grasp the handle in the upper panel and fold
it down.
Loosen the wingnut and remove the jack.
After use, screw the jack all the way back
down and snap the handle back into place.
Spare tire
1. Loosen the wing nut 1.
2. Remove the washer 2 from the side.
3. Completely unscrew the threaded rod 3.
4. Remove the spare tire.
Preparing for a wheel change
1. Read carefully and comply with the safety
precautions on page 209.
2. Secure the vehicle to prevent it from rolling:
Place the wheel chock against the rear sur-
face of the front tire on the side opposite the
side being raised. If the vehicle is parked on
a downward slope, place the wheel chock
securely in front of the tire. On a steep
grade, also secure the vehicle against roll-
ing.
3. Loosen the lug bolts a half turn.
Lifting vehicle
1. Position the jack at the jacking point closest
to the wheel so that the entire jack base
makes contact vertically under the jacking
point.
The vehicle jack is designed for
changing wheels only. Do not attempt
to raise another vehicle model with it or to
raise any load of any kind. To do so could
cause accidents and personal injury.<
2. Guide the jack head into the rectangular
recess of the jacking point when cranking
up the jack, refer to section of illustration.
3. Jack the vehicle up until the wheel you are
changing is raised from the ground.
Mounting a wheel
1. Unscrew the lug bolts and remove the
wheel.
2. Remove accumulations of mud or dirt from
the mounting surfaces of the wheel and
hub. Clean the lug bolts.
3. Position the new wheel or spare tire on the
hub and screw in at least two bolts diago-
nally.
When you mount wheels other than Genu-
ine BMW light-alloy wheels, different lug
bolts may also be required.
4. Screw in the remaining lug bolts. Tighten all
the bolts securely in a diagonal pattern.
5. Lower the vehicle and remove the jack from
beneath the vehicle.
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After mounting
1. Tighten the lug bolts in a diagonal pattern.
To ensure safety, always have the
lug bolts checked with a calibrated
torque wrench as soon as possible to
ensure that they are tightened to the speci-
fied torque. The tightening torque is
100lbft/140Nm.<
2. Reverse the removal sequence when stor-
ing the wheel and tools in the vehicle.
3. Check and correct the tire inflation pressure
at the earliest opportunity.
Protect valve stems and valve stem
seal caps from dirt and contamina-
tion. Dirt in valve stems is a frequent source
of gradual air loss.<
4. Reinitialize the Flat Tire Monitor, refer to
page 90, or reset the Tire Pressure Monitor,
refer to page 92.
5. Replace the damaged tire as soon as possi-
ble and have the new wheel/tire balanced.
Driving with spare tire
On certain wheel-tire combinations, the
size of the spare tire differs from that of
the rest of the tires. The spare tire is fully capa-
ble of running in all load and speed ranges.
However, to recreate the original conditions,
the tire should be replaced as soon as possi-
ble.<
Vehicle battery
Maintenance
The battery is 100% maintenance-free, i.e., the
electrolyte will last for the life of the battery
when the vehicle is operated in a temperate cli-
mate. Your BMW center will be happy to advise
you on all questions concerning the battery.
Charging battery
Charge the battery in the vehicle only via the
terminals in the engine compartment and with
the engine off. Connections, refer to Jump
starting on page 213.
Battery switch
Before storing the vehicle for an extended
period of several weeks or more, slide the bat-
tery switch located behind the trim panel on the
right side of the luggage compartment to OFF.
This reduces the current flow from the battery
for the period during which the vehicle remains
parked. A message is shown on the Info Dis-
play. Please take note of the supplementary
information provided on the Control Display.
Disposal
Have old batteries disposed of following
replacement at your BMW center or bring
them to a collection point. Maintain the battery
in an upright position for transport and storage.
Always secure the battery to prevent it from tip-
ping over during transport.<
Power failure
After a temporary interruption in electrical
power, the functioning of some equipment may
be limited and must be reinitialized. Individual
settings are also lost and must be updated
again:
> Seat, mirror, and steering wheel memory
The positions must be stored again, refer to
page 46.
> Time and date
These must be reset, refer to page 84.
> Radio
Stations must be stored again, refer to
page 158.
> Navigation system
You must wait until it becomes operational
again, refer to Inserting navigation CDs/
DVDs on page 130.
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Fuses
Never attempt to repair a blown fuse, and
do not replace a defective fuse with a sub-
stitute of another color or amperage rating, as
this could lead to a circuit overload, ultimately
resulting in a fire in the vehicle.<
Spare fuses and plastic tweezers are stored in
the fuse box in the luggage compartment.
In glove compartment
Press the tab on the cover to the front, then fold
down the cover.
Additional information regarding fuse alloca-
tions is provided on the supplementary sheet.
In luggage compartment
Pull the handle to fold down the trim on the right
wall.
Additional information regarding fuse alloca-
tions is provided on the side panel.
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Giving and receiving assistance
Select "BMW Assist" if you have applied for this
information service, refer to Roadside Assis-
tance on page 187.
Warning triangle*
The warning triangle is conveniently stored in
the onboard tool kit mounted on the inside of
the luggage compartment lid.
First-aid kit*
The first-aid kit is also located in the container
of the onboard tool kit.
Some of the articles contained in the first-aid kit
have a limited service life. Check the expiration
dates of the contents regularly and replace the
contents concerned in a timely fashion as
needed.
Jump starting
When your battery is discharged, you can use
two jumper cables to start your vehicle with
power from the battery in a second vehicle. You
can also use the same method to help start
another vehicle. Use only jumper cables with
fully-insulated terminal clamps.
To avoid the risk of potentially fatal injury,
always avoid all contact with electrical
components while the engine is running. Care-
fully adhere to the following sequence, both to
prevent damage to one or both vehicles, and to
guard against possible personal injury.<
Preparing
1. Check whether the battery of the other
vehicle has a voltage of 12 Volts and
approximately the same capacitance in Ah.
This information is listed on the battery.
2. Switch off the engine of the assisting vehi-
cle.
3. Switch off any electrical systems and com-
ponents in both vehicles.
Ensure that there is no contact between
the bodywork of the two vehicles; other-
wise, there is a danger of short circuits.<
Connecting jumper cables
To avoid personal injury from sparks,
follow this sequence when connecting
jumper cables.<
In your BMW, the so-called jump starting termi-
nal in the engine compartment functions as the
positive battery terminal. The symbol + is
embossed on the cover.
1. Remove the cover of the BMW jump start-
ing terminal, refer to arrow 1.
2. Attach one positive/+ clamp of the jumper
cable to the positive battery terminal or to a
jump starting terminal on the assisting vehi-
cle.
3. Attach the second positive/+ clamp of the
jumper cable to the positive battery terminal
or to a jump starting terminal on the vehicle
to be started.
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4. Attach one negative/– clamp of the jumper
cable to the negative battery terminal or to
an engine or body ground of the assisting
vehicle.
Your BMW has a special nut that serves as a
body ground or negative terminal, refer to
arrow 2.
5. Attach the second negative/– clamp of the
jumper cable to the negative battery termi-
nal or to an engine or body ground on the
vehicle to be started.
Starting engine
1. Start the engine of the assisting vehicle and
allow it to run for several minutes at a fast
idle.
2. Start the engine on the other vehicle in the
usual way.
If the first start attempt is not successful,
wait a few minutes before another attempt
in order to allow the discharged battery to
recharge.
3. Allow the engines to run for several min-
utes.
4. Disconnect the jumper cables again in the
reverse sequence.
If need be, have the battery checked and
recharged.
Never use spray fluids to start the
engine.<
Towing and tow starting
Observe applicable laws and regulations
for tow-starting and towing.<
Do not transport any passengers other
than the driver in a vehicle that is being
towed.<
Using tow fitting
The threaded tow fitting is stored in the
onboard tool kit and must always remain in the
vehicle. It can be screwed in at the front or rear
of the BMW.
Only use the tow fitting that comes with
the vehicle and screw it in as far as it will
go. Use the tow fitting for towing only on roads.
Avoid lateral loading of the tow fitting, e.g. do
not lift the vehicle by the tow fitting. Otherwise,
damage to the tow fitting and the vehicle can
occur.<
Access to screw thread
Press the arrow symbol to push out the cover.
Being towed
Do not tow the vehicle by the rear axle;
because there is no steering lock, the
wheels could turn to an extreme angle during
towing. There is no power assist with the
engine stopped. This then requires increased
effort for braking and steering.<
Switch on the hazard warning flashers depend-
ing on the local regulations. If the electrical sys-
tem fails, mark the vehicle to be towed, e.g. with
a sign or warning triangle in the rear window.
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Selector lever in position N. Releasing
shiftlock manually, refer to page 64. To
avoid damaging the automatic transmission, do
not exceed a towing speed of 45 mph/70 km/h
and a towing distance of 95 miles/150 km.<
Towing methods
In some countries, towing with tow bars or
ropes in public traffic is not permitted.
Familiarize yourself with the regulations on tow-
ing in the respective country.
With tow bar
The towing vehicle must not be lighter
than the vehicle to be towed; otherwise,
it will no longer be possible to control vehicle
response.<
The tow fittings used should be on the same
side on both vehicles. Should it prove impossi-
ble to avoid mounting the tow bar at an offset
angle, please observe the following:
> Clearance and maneuvering capability will
be strictly limited in corners.
> When mounted at an angle, the tow bar will
exert lateral forces, tending to push the
vehicle sideways.
Only secure the tow bar on the tow fitting;
otherwise, damage can occur when it is
secured on other parts of the vehicle.<
With tow rope
When starting off in the towing vehicle, make
sure that the towrope is taut.
To avoid jerking and the associated
stresses on vehicle components when
towing, always use nylon ropes or nylon straps.
Only secure the tow rope on the tow fitting; oth-
erwise, damage can occur when it is secured on
other parts of the vehicle.<
With tow truck
Have the BMW transported with a tow truck
with a so-called lift bar or on a flat bed.
Do not lift vehicle by tow fitting or body
and chassis parts; otherwise, damage
may result.<
Tow-starting
It is not possible to start the motor by tow start-
ing.
Starting assistance, refer to page 213.
Have the cause of the starting difficulties reme-
died.
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Reference
This chapter contains the technical data, the
short commands of the voice command system
and the index, which is the quickest way to find
the information you are looking for.
Reference
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Technical data
Engine specifications
750i/Li 760i/Li
Displacement
Number of cylinders
cu in/cmµ 292.8/4,799
8
364.4/5,972
12
Maximum output
at engine speed
hp
rpm
360
6,300
438
6,000
Maximum torque
at engine speed
lb ft/Nm
rpm
360/488
3,400
444/600
3,950
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Dimensions
All dimensions given in inches/mm. Value marked with
*
and lower side view: L models.
Min. turning circle diam.: 39.7 ft/12.1 m; L models: 41.3 ft/12.6 m.
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Weights
Never exceed either the approved axle loads or
the gross vehicle weight.
750i 750Li
Curb weight lbs./kg 4,486/2,035 4,452/2,065
Approved gross vehicle weight lbs./kg 5,545/2,515 5,611/2,545
Load lbs./kg 1,058/480 1,058/480
Approved front axle load lbs./kg 2,579/1,170 2,602/1,180
Approved rear axle load lbs./kg 3,075/1,395 3,109/1,410
Approved roof load capacity lbs./kg 220/100 220/100
Luggage compartment capacity cu ft/l 17.7/500 17.7/500
760i 760Li
Curb weight lbs./kg 4,762/2,160 4,905/2,225
Approved gross vehicle weight lbs./kg 5,820/2,640 5,930/2,690
Load lbs./kg 1,058/480 1,025/465
Approved front axle load lbs./kg 2,778/1,260 2,833/1,285
Approved rear axle load lbs./kg 3,109/1,410 3,109/1,410
Approved roof load capacity lbs./kg 220/100 220/100
Luggage compartment capacity cu ft/l 17.7/500 17.7/500
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Capacities
Notes
Fuel tank
including a reserve of:
750i/Li
760i/Li
gal/liters
gal/liters
gal/liters
approx. 23.3/88
approx. 2.6/10
approx. 3.1/12
Fuel specification: page 193
Window and headlamp
washer system quarts/liters approx. 6.3/6.0 For details: page 66
Engine with oil filter change
750i/Li
760i/Li
quarts/liters
quarts/liters
8.5/8.0
9.0/8.5
BMW High Performance
Synthetic Oil.
Specifications: page 203
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Short commands of the voice command
system
You can use short commands to execute cer-
tain functions directly, independent of which
menu item is currently selected.
This listing contains important short com-
mands of the voice command system.
Notepad
Navigation
Entertainment
*
Function Command
To record a note 25 {Record note}
To listen to notepad entry 25 {Read out note}
Function Command
To start route guidance 143 {Route guidance on}
To display map view 144 {Map}
To change scale 144 {Scale}
To switch on the voice instructions 145 {Message on}
To switch off the voice instructions 145 {Message off}
Function Command
Entertainment sound output on/off 153 {Radio} or {Audio off}
To select FM waveband 155 {FM}
To select AM waveband 155 {AM}
To select frequency 156 {Frequency 88...107 (Point 1...9)}
To call up a stored station, refer to Storing a
station 158
{Station 1...12}
To activate weather reports 159 {Weatherband}
To call up weather reports 159 {Channel 1...7}
To switch on satellite radio 159 {Turn on}
Station selection 160 {Previous station} or {Next station}
Channel selection 160 {Previous channel} or {Next channel} or
{Previous} or {Next}
To select a stored station 160 {Station 1...12}
To start CD 162 {CD on}
To select CD track 162 {Track 1...30}
To start CD changer 164 {CD changer}
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To select a CD 165 {CD 1...6}
To start DVD 168 {DVD on}
To select a DVD 168 {DVD 1...6}
Function Command
Function Command
To dial from phone book 183 {Dial number}
To redial 183 {Redial}
To make a new entry in voice-command phone
book 184
{Save name}
To dial from voice-command phone book 185 {Dial name}
To have voice-command phone book entries
read aloud 185
{Read out}
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Everything from A to Z
Index
A
"ABC...", navigation 131
ABS Antilock Brake
System 87
ACC, refer to Active cruise
control 69
"ACCEPT",
navigation 140, 147
Accepting call, automatic 177
Accessories, refer to Your
individual vehicle 5
Accident, refer to
– Initiating an emergency
call 178
– Roadside Assistance 187
Activated-charcoal filter 107
Activating High Definition
Radio 161
Active cruise control 69
– indicator lamp 72
– malfunction 72
– radar sensor 72
– sensor, refer to
Malfunction 72
Active head restraints,
front 47
Active seat 50
Active seat ventilation 50
Adapter for spare key 31
Adaptive Drive
– refer to Dynamic Drive 89
– refer to EDC Electronic
Damper Control 89
Adaptive Head Light 100
Address
– deleting 140
– displaying 141
– storing 139
– storing current position 146
"Address book",
navigation 138
Adjusting cooling effect of
rear air conditioner 108
Adjusting interior
temperature 105
Adjusting sound in audio
mode, refer to Tone
control 153
Adjusting volume 153
– ring tone of telephone 177
– voice command system 25
– voice instructions 145
Air, drying, refer to Air condi-
tioner mode 107
Airbags 94
– safe sitting position 43
Air conditioner in the rear 108
Air conditioning 103
– in rear 108
– while parked 109
Air-conditioning front
windshield 126
Air distribution
– automatic 104
– manual 106
Airing, refer to Ventilation 107
Air jets, refer to
Ventilation 107
Air pressure, refer to Tire
inflation pressure 194
Air recirculation, refer to
Recirculated air 105
Air vents, refer to
Ventilation 107
Air volume
– automatic climate
control 106
– rear air conditioner 108
AKI, refer to Fuel
specifications 193
Alarm system 37
– avoiding unintentional
alarms 38
All-season tires, refer to
Winter tires 200
Altering route, refer to
Changing route 145
Alternate route, refer to
Changing route 145
"AM", radio 155
AM waveband 155
– High Definition Radio 161
"ANGLE", DVD changer 171
Antifreeze
– coolant 203
– washer fluid 66
Antilock Brake System
ABS 87
Anti-theft alarm system, refer
to Alarm system 37
Anti-theft system, refer to
Central locking system 32
Approved engine oils 203
Armrest, refer to Center
armrest
– front 113
– rear 114
"Arrow display",
navigation 144
"AS ADDRESS",
navigation 139, 146
Ashtray 115
– front 115
– rear 116
Assist, refer to
BMW Assist 186
Assistance getting in and
out 52
– backrest width 44
Assistance system, refer to
DSC Dynamic Stability
Control 87
Assistance window 20
AUC Automatic recirculated-
air control 105
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Audio 152
– controls 152
– switching on/off 153
– tone control 153
– volume 153
"AUDIO", DVD changer 171
Audio mode 152
Automatic
– air distribution 104
– air volume 104
– cruise control 67, 69
– headlamp control 99
– service notification 187
– station storage 157
– steering wheel adjustment,
refer to Assistance getting in
and out 52
– tailgate operation 33, 36
Automatically switching
between high beams and
low beams, refer to High-
beam assistant 100
Automatic car wash, refer to
Caring for your vehicle
brochure
Automatic climate control
– adjusting temperature 105
– AUTO program 104
– defrosting windows and
removing condensation 106
– maximum cooling 106
– rear air conditioner 108
– rear refrigerator 117
– residual heat 106
– settings on Control
Display 104
– switching cooling function
on and off manually 107
– switching off 105
Automatic closing of doors
and trunk lid, refer to
Automatic Soft Close 35, 36
Automatic curb monitor 51
Automatic garage door
opener 111
Automatic Hold 59
– activation/deactivation 59
– parking 60
Automatic lighting
– refer to Automatic headlamp
control 99
– refer to Daytime running
lamps 99
– refer to High-beam
assistant 100
– refer to Interior lamps 102
– refer to Pathway lighting 99
Automatic recirculated-air
control AUC 105
Automatic soft closing
– doors
35
– luggage compartment lid 36
Automatic station search 156
Automatic transmission with
Steptronic 62
– buttons on steering
wheel 63
– interlock 62
– manually releasing trans-
mission lock 64
– shiftlock 62
– towing 214
– tow-starting 215
Automatic windshield washer
system 65
"AUTO P"
– Automatic Hold activation/
deactivation 59
– programmable buttons 52
AUTO program, automatic
climate control 104
– adjusting intensity 104
"Autostore list", radio 155
Average fuel consumption 77
– setting units 84
Average speed 77
– setting units 84
"Avoid ferries",
navigation 142
"Avoid highway",
navigation 142
Avoiding tolls 142
Avoiding unintentional
alarms 38
"Avoid route", navigation 146
"Avoid sect.", navigation 146
"Avoid tolls", navigation 142
Axle loads, refer to
Weights 220
"A-Z", telephone 183
B
Backrest contour, refer to
Lumbar support
adjustment 45
Backrests, refer to Seats,
adjusting 44
Backrest width adjustment,
refer to Front comfort seat
adjustment 44
Backup lamps, replacing
bulbs 209
"Balance", balance and
fader 154
Bar, refer to Tow bar 215
"Bass", Treble and bass 153
Battery 211
– jump starting 213
– switch 211
Battery change, remote
control in Comfort
Access 39
"BC", computer 77
Belts, refer to Safety belts 48
Beverage holder, refer to Cup
holders 115
Blower
– refer to Air volume 106
– refer to Manually adjusting
air volume 108
"BLUETOOTH" 181
Bluetooth link, activating/
deactivating 180
BMW Assist 186
– "BMW Assist" 186
– "BMW center" 187
– "Customer Relations" 188
– "Roadside Assistance" 187
BMW Maintenance
System 205
BMW Night Vision 96
– cleaning camera 98
– deactivating 97
– making settings 97
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Bottle holder, refer to Cup
holders 115
Brake fluid 204
– level 204
– warning lamp 204
Brake force display 94
Brake lamp, adaptive, refer to
Brake force display 94
Brake lamps
– brake force display 94
– replacing bulbs 208
Brake rotors, refer to
Corrosion on brake
rotors 123
Brakes 123
– ABS 87
– brake fluid 204
– brake force display 94
– breaking-in 122
– parking brake 58
Brake system 204
– BMW Maintenance
System 205
– brake fluid 204
– brake pads 204
– breaking-in 122
– refer to Braking safely 123
Breakdown service, refer to
Roadside Assistance 187
Breaking-in 122
Breaking-in differential, refer
to Engine and
differential 122
"Brightness"
– BMW Night Vision 98
– DVD changer 170
– on Control Display 85
Brightness of Control
Display 85
Bulbs, replacing 207
"button", programmable
buttons 52
Buttons
– on controller 16
– on steering wheel 11
C
"Calculate", refer to
Bypassing route
sections 146
Calculating distance to
destination 77
California Proposition 65
Warning 5
Call
– accepting 182
– missed 184
– rejecting 182
– touch tone dialing 178
Calling
– from phone book 183
– from Top 8 list 184
– redialing 183
– with retracting telephone
keypad 177
Can holder, refer to Cup
holders 115
Capacities 221
Capacity, luggage
compartment 220
Car battery, refer to Vehicle
battery 211
Car care, refer to Caring for
your vehicle brochure
Car-care products, refer to
Caring for your vehicle
brochure
"Car Data" 78, 81
Care, refer to Caring for your
vehicle brochure
Caring for the upholstery, refer
to Caring for your vehicle
brochure
Caring for the vehicle finish,
refer to Caring for your
vehicle brochure
Car key, refer to Remote
control/key 30
Carpet care, refer to Caring for
your vehicle brochure
Car radio, refer to Radio 155
Car wash 124
– also refer to Caring for your
vehicle brochure
– with Comfort Access 39
Catalytic converter, refer to
High temperatures 122
"Categories", radio 160
CBC Cornering Brake
Control 87
CBS Condition Based
Service 205
"CD", CD player 162
"CDC", CD changer 165
CD changer 164
– compressed audio files 165
– controls 152
– fast forward, reverse 166
– installation location 164
– random sequence 166
– sampling 166
– selecting a CD 165
– selecting track 165
– starting 164
– tone control 153
– volume 153
CD player 162
– controls 152
– fast forward, reverse 163
– random sequence 163
– sampling 162
– selecting tracks 162
– starting 162
– tone control 153
– volume 153
Center armrest
– front 113
– rear 114
Center console, refer to
Comfort features 14
Central locking system 32
– Comfort Access 38
– interior 34
"CHANGE", navigation 138
Changes, technical, refer to
For your own safety 5
Changing scale 144
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Changing settings on Control
Display 84
Changing time display 84
Changing units of measure on
Control Display 84
Changing wheels 209
– run-flat tires 200
"Channels", radio 160
Check Control 80
– "CHECK" 81
– CHECK button 81
Child's seats, refer to
Installing child restraint
systems 54
Child-restraint fixing system
LATCH 55
Child restraint systems 54
Child-safety lock 56
Chrome parts, refer to Caring
for your vehicle brochure
Chrome-plated parts, care,
refer to Caring for your
vehicle brochure
Cigarette lighter 116
Cleaning, vehicle, refer to
Caring for your vehicle
brochure
Cleaning headlamps 66
– reservoir capacity, refer to
Windshield and headlamp
washer system 67
– washer fluid 66
Cleaning windshield 65
"Climate"
– parked car ventilation 109
– preselecting activation
time 109
– rear compartment air
conditioning 108
– rear refrigerator 117
– setting activation times 110
Clock 75
– 12/24-hour mode 84
– setting 84
"Clock", settings 84
Closing
– from inside 34
– from outside 32
Clothes hooks 115
Cockpit 10
Coin holder, refer to Center
armrest, front 114
Cold start, refer to Starting
engine 57
"Color", DVD changer 170
Combined instrument, refer to
Info Display 12
"Comfort", EDC Electronic
Damper Control 90
Comfort Access 38
– changing battery 39
– observing in car wash 39
Comfort features
14
Comfort program, EDC
Electronic Damper
Control 90
Comfort seat 44
– in rear 45
Comfort starting, refer to
Starting engine 57
"Communication",
telephone 182
Compact Disc
– refer to CD changer 164
– refer to CD player 162
Compartments, refer to
Storage compartments 113
Compressed audio files, CD
changer 165
Computer 76
– displays on Control
Display 77
– units of measure and display
format 84
Condensation, refer to When
vehicle is parked 124
Condition Based Service
CBS 205
Connecting car vacuum
cleaner, refer to Power
socket 116
Consumption, refer to
Average fuel
consumption 77
Consumption display, refer to
– Average fuel
consumption 77
– Displays on Info Display 76
Consumption statistics, refer
to Average fuel
consumption 77
"Continue route guidance?",
navigation 143
"Contrast"
– BMW Night Vision 98
– DVD changer 170
Control Center, refer to
iDrive 16
Control Display
– rear seat screen 21
– refer to iDrive 16
– setting brightness 85
Controller
– programmable button 52
– rear seat screen 21
– refer to iDrive 16
Controls and displays 10, 14
Coolant 203
– level 204
Coolant temperature 76
Cooler, refer to Rear
refrigerator 117
Cooling
– maximum 106, 108
– refer to AUTO program 104
– refer to Rear air
conditioner 108
– refer to Rear refrigerator 117
– refer to Switching cooling
function on and off
manually 107
Cornering Brake Control
CBC 87
"Country", navigation 132
Cradle for mobile phone, refer
to Using snap-in
adapter 176
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Creating voice address
book 141
Cruise control 67, 69
– refer to Programmable
cruise control 67
Cruising range 77
Cup holders 115
Curb weight, refer to
Weights 220
Current consumption, refer to
Energy Control 77
Currentness of the Owner's
Manual 5
Current position
– displaying 146
– storing 139
Cursor for navigation, refer to
Selecting destination via
map 134
"Curve mode", BMW Night
Vision 98
Customizing settings, refer to
Key Memory 31
D
Data 218
– dimensions 219
– engine 218
– filling capacities 221
– weights 220
Date 84
– display format 84
– displaying 84
– setting 85
"Date", setting date 85
Daytime running lamps 99
DBC Dynamic Brake
Control 87
"DEACTIV.", BMW Assist 189
Deactivating front passenger
airbags 54
Defroster, rear window 107
Defrosting position, refer to
Defrosting windows 106
Defrosting windows 106
Defrosting windows and
removing condensation 106
Defrosting windshield, refer to
Defrosting windows 106
"DELETE", navigation 140
Deleting address book 140
Deleting destination list 138
Deleting the entire list 184
Destination for navigation 131
– selecting using voice 141
– selecting via information 135
Destinations recently driven
to 137
"Dest. input", navigation 131
"Dest. list", navigation 137
Dialed numbers, refer to
Redialing 183
Diamond button 52
Digital clock 75
Dimensions 219
Directional indicators, refer to
Turn signals 65
Direction instructions, refer to
Voice instructions 145
Directory, refer to
– Address book 138
– Phone book 184
Displacement, refer to Engine
specifications 218
Display, refer to iDrive 16
Display elements, refer to Info
Display 12
Display illumination, refer to
Instrument lighting 101
Display information on track,
CD changer 166
Displaying map view 144
Display lighting, refer to
Instrument lighting 101
Display of faults, refer to
Check Control 80
Displays, refer to Info
Display 12
Disposal
– battery of remote control 39
– vehicle battery 211
Distance-adjusting cruise
control, refer to Active cruise
control 69
Distance to destination 77
– units of measure 84
Distance to destination, refer
to Remaining distance 77
Distance warning, refer to
PDC Park Distance
Control 86
Door entry lighting, refer to
Interior lamps 102
Door key, refer to Remote
control/key 30
Door lock 34
Doors
– unlocking and locking from
inside 34
– unlocking and locking from
outside 32
DOT Quality Grades 197
Draft-free ventilation 107
Driving lamps, refer to Parking
lamps/low beams 99
Driving notes 122
Driving route, refer to
Displaying route 143
Driving stability control 87
Driving tips, refer to Driving
notes 122
Dry air, refer to Cooling
function 107
DSC Dynamic Stability
Control 87
– indicator lamp 13
"DTC", vehicle 88, 89
DTC Dynamic Traction
Control 88
– indicator lamp 13
"DVD", DVD changer 169
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DVD changer 168
– adjusting picture 170
– adjusting volume 153
– controls 152
– country codes 168
– DVD controller 169
– fast forward 169
– freeze frame 170
– opening specific menu 171
– playing DVD 168
– reverse 169
– searching for chapter 170
– selecting language 171
– selecting picture format 170
– selecting subtitles 171
– starting 168
– tone control 153
DVD multimedia changer,
refer to DVD changer 168
Dynamic Brake Control
DBC 87
Dynamic Drive 89
Dynamic Stability Control
DSC 87
– indicator lamp 13
Dynamic Traction Control
DTC 88
– indicator lamp 13
E
"EDC" 89
EDC Electronic Damping
Control 89
Eject button, refer to Buttons
on CD player 152
Electrical malfunction
– door lock 34
– driver's door 34
– fuel filler door 192
– glass sunroof, electric 42
– luggage compartment lid 36
– parking brake 60
Electric steering wheel
adjustment 52
Electronic brake-force
distribution 87
Electronic Damping Control
EDC 89
Electronic Stability Program
ESP, refer to DSC Dynamic
Stability Control 87
Electronic toll collection
device, refer to Entry/pass
tags 126
Emergency actuation, refer to
Manual operation
– door lock 34
– driver's door 34
– fuel filler door 192
– glass sunroof 42
– luggage compartment lid 36
– parking brake 60
– transmission lock for
automatic transmission with
Steptronic 64
Emergency call 178
Emergency release of luggage
compartment lid from inside
the luggage
compartment 37
Emergency services, refer to
Roadside Assistance 187
"Emissions inspection" 79
Energy-conscious driving,
refer to Energy Control/
current fuel consumption 77
Energy Control 77
Engine
– breaking-in 122
– data 218
– overheated, refer to Coolant
temperature 76
– speed 218
– starting 57
– starting difficulties 58
– switching off 58
Engine compartment 202
Engine coolant 203
Engine oil
– additives, refer to Approved
engine oils 203
– approved oils 203
– checking oil level 202
– electronic oil level check 202
– filling capacity 221
– possible displays 203
"Engine oil level O.K." 203
"Engine oil level too high" 203
Engine output, refer to Engine
specifications 218
Engine overheating, refer to
Coolant temperature 76
Engine speed 218
"Enter", navigation 134
Entering activation time of
parked car ventilation 109
– "Time 1" 110
– "Time 2" 110
Entering destination
address 133
Entering destination town/
city 132
Entering house number or
intersection, navigation 133
Entering intersection 133
Entering name 132
Entering street 133
"Entertainment", tone
adjustment 153
Entertainment sound output
on/off 153
Entry/pass tags 126
Entry for current position and
destination, refer to Entering
destination manually 131
Environmentally friendly
driving, refer to Energy
Control 77
ESP Electronic Stability
Program, refer to DSC
Dynamic Stability
Control 87
Event Data Recorders 206
Exhaust system, refer to Hot
exhaust system 122
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Exterior mirrors 50
– adjusting 50
– automatic dimming
feature 123
– automatic heating 51
– folding in and out 51
– tilting down passenger-side
mirror 51
"Extra"
– rear air conditioning 108
– rear refrigerator 117
Eyes for lashing, refer to
Securing cargo 125
F
Fader 154
"Fader", tone control 154
Failure messages, refer to
Check Control 80
Failure of an electrical device,
refer to Fuses 212
False alarm, refer to Avoiding
unintentional alarms 38
Fastening safety belts 48
"Fastest route",
navigation 142
Fast forward
– CD changer 166
– CD player 163
– DVD changer 169
Filter, refer to Microfilter/
activated-charcoal filter 107
First aid, refer to First-aid
kit 213
First-aid kit 213
Fittings for towing and tow
starting 214
Flashlight, refer to
Rechargeable flashlight 113
Flat tire
– Flat Tire Monitor 90
– refer to Changing
wheels 209
– refer to Tire condition 198
– run-flat tires 91, 93, 199
– spare tire 210
– Tire Pressure Monitor 91
Flat Tire Monitor 90
– initializing system 90
– limits of system 90
– show chains 200
– warning lamp 91
Flooding, refer to Driving
through water 123
Floor coverings, carpet, refer
to Caring for your vehicle
brochure
Floor mat, refer to Caring for
your vehicle brochure
"FM", radio 155
FM waveband 155
– High Definition Radio 161
Fog lamps 101
Footbrake, refer to Braking
safely 123
Footwell lamps, refer to
Interior lamps 102
For specified oil grades, refer
to Approved engine oils 203
Fresh air nozzles, refer to
Ventilation 107
Front airbags 94
Front fog lamps, indicator
lamp 11, 13
"FTM", Flat Tire Monitor 90
Fuel 193
– average fuel
consumption 77
– gauge 76
– quality 193
– refer to Average fuel
consumption 77
– tank capacity 221
Fuel filler door 192
– releasing in the event of
electrical malfunction 192
Fuel level, refer to Fuel
gauge 76
Fuel-saving driving, refer to
Energy Control 77
"Full", rear seat screen 22
"FULL MENU", DVD
changer 171
"Full screen", BMW Night
Vision 98
Fuses 212
G
Garage door opener, refer to
Integrated universal remote
control 111
Gasoline, refer to Fuel
specifications 193
Gear changes, refer to
Automatic transmission with
Steptronic 62
Gear display, refer to Displays
on Info Display 62
"General destination",
navigation 135
General driving notes 122
Glasses compartment 115
Glass sunroof, electric 41
– convenience
operation 32, 34
– moving manually 42
Glove compartment 113
Grilles, refer to Ventilation 107
Gross weight, refer to
Weights 220
H
Handbrake, refer to Parking
brake 58
– Automatic Hold 59
– manual operation 59
Hands-free microphone, refer
to Hands-free system 177
Hands-free system 177
Hazard warning flashers 15
"HD", High Definition
Radio 161
Head airbags 94
Headlamp control,
automatic 99
Headlamp cover, care, refer to
Caring for your vehicle
brochure
Headlamp flasher 65
– indicator lamp 13
Headlamps 99
– care, refer to Caring for your
vehicle brochure
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Head light, refer to Adaptive
Head Light 100
Headphones 22
Head restraints 46
– front head restraints,
active 47
– sitting safely 43
Heated
– mirrors 51
– seats 49
Heated rear window, refer to
Rear window defroster 107
Heated steering wheel 52
Heater, windshield, refer to
Defrosting windows and
removing condensation 106
Heating 103
– exterior mirrors 51
– residual heat 106
– seats 49
– steering wheel 52
– windshield washer
nozzles 66
Heating and ventilation 103
Heating when parked, refer to
Residual heat 106
Heavy cargo, refer to Stowing
cargo 125
Height, refer to
Dimensions 219
Height adjustment
– seats 44
– steering wheel 52
"Help"
– assistance window 20
– menu navigation 19
"Help text", assistance
window 20
Help text on Control
Display 20
"Hide map icons",
navigation 137
"high", automatic climate
control 105
High-beam assistant 100
High beams 100
– headlamp flasher 100
– indicator lamp 11
High Definition Radio 161
High temperatures 122
Hills 123
Holder for cups 115
Home address
– selecting 140
– storing 140
Hood 201
Horn 11
Hour signal activation 85
"House Number",
navigation 134
Hydraulic brake assistant,
refer to DBC 87
Hydroplaning 123
I
ID3 tag, refer to Displaying
information on track 166
iDrive 16
– assistance window 20
– automatic climate
control 104
– changing date and time 84
– changing language 84
– changing settings 84
– changing units of measure
and display format 84
– confirming selection or
entry 19
– controller 16
– controls 16
– displays, menus 17
– menus 17
– rear seat screen 21
– selecting menu item 19
– setting brightness 85
– showing help text 20
– start menu 18
– status lines 20
– symbols 20
Ignition key 30
Ignition lock 57
Illuminated vanity mirror 51
Imitation leather, refer to
Caring for your vehicle
brochure
"Indep. ventil.", automatic
climate control 109
Indicator/warning lamps 12
– airbags 95
– alarm system 37
– DSC 88
– DTC 88
– Flat Tire Monitor 91
– fog lamps 101
– safety belt warning 49
– Tire Pressure Monitor 93
Individually programmable
buttons 11, 52
Individual settings, refer to
Key Memory 31
Inflation pressure, refer to Tire
inflation pressure 194
Inflation pressure monitoring,
refer to Flat Tire Monitor 90
Inflation pressure monitoring,
refer to Tire Pressure
Monitor 91
Info Display 12
Info menu, refer to Assistance
window 20
"Information",
navigation 135, 136
Information, navigation
– "On country" 135
– "On dest." 135
– "On location" 135
– "On town/city" 135
Information on travel direction,
refer to Voice
instructions 145
Infrared windshield, refer to
Entry/pass tags 126
"INITIALIZE", BMW
Assist 186
Initializing BMW Assist 186
Inserting navigation CD/
DVD 130
Installation location
– CD changer 164
– DVD changer 168
– mobile phone, refer to
Inserting mobile phone 179
– navigation drive 130
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Instructions, navigation
system, refer to Route
guidance by voice
instructions 145
Instrument cluster, refer to
Info Display 12
Instrument lighting 101
Instrument panel, refer to
Cockpit 10
– all around the steering
wheel 10
– comfort features 14
Integrated universal remote
control 111
Interior lamps 102
– switching on with remote
control 33
Interior motion sensor 38
– switching off 38
Interior rearview mirror,
automatic dimming
feature 123
Interlock, refer to Switching
off engine 58
"INTERM. TIME",
stopwatch 83
Interval Display, refer to
Service requirements 78
J
Joystick, refer to iDrive 16
Jump starting 213
K
Keyless-Go, refer to Comfort
Access 38
Keyless opening and closing,
refer to Comfort Access 38
Key Memory 31
Keys 30
– adapter for spare key 30
– key-related settings, refer to
Key Memory 31
Kick-down 63
Knock control 193
L
Lamps and bulbs 207
"Language", settings 84
Lashing eyes, refer to
Securing cargo 125
"Last", telephone 184
"Last dest.", navigation 137
LATCH child-restraint fixing
system 55
Leather care, refer to Caring
for your vehicle brochure
LEDs light-emitting
diodes 207
"Left", seat heating 49
Length, refer to
Dimensions 219
Level control system 89
Light
– refer to High-beam
assistant 100
– refer to Parking lamps/low
beams 99
– refer to Roadside parking
lamps/low beams 100
Light alloy wheels, care and
maintenance, refer to Caring
for your vehicle brochure
Light-emitting diodes
LEDs 207
Lighter 116
Lighter socket, refer to Power
socket 116
Lighting
– of instruments 101
– of vehicle 99
Light switch 99
"Limit" 82
Limit, refer to Speed limit 82
"Limited", rear seat screen 22
Load, refer to Loading 124
Loading
– securing cargo 125
– vehicle 124
"LOC.", navigation 140
"Location",
navigation 139, 146, 147
Lock buttons in the doors,
refer to Locking 34
Locking
– from inside 34
– from outside 33
Locking without key, refer to
Comfort Access 38
Locking without remote
control, refer to Comfort
Access 38
"LOGIC7", tone control 154
Longlife oils, approved
oils 203
Long wave, LW 155
– High Definition Radio 161
"low", automatic climate
control 105
Low beams 99
– automatic 99
– indicator lamp, defective
lamp 80
Lower back support, refer to
Lumbar support
adjustment 45
Low-fuel warning light, refer to
Fuel gauge 76
Lows, refer to Tone
adjustment 153
Lug bolts
– refer to Preparing for a wheel
change 210
– tightening torque, refer to
After mounting 211
– wrench, refer to What you
will need 209
Luggage compartment 119
– capacity 220
– Comfort Access 39
– opening/closing, refer to
Luggage compartment
lid 35
– opening from inside 36
– opening from outside 35
– opening with remote
control 33
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Luggage compartment lid
– Comfort Access 39
– emergency actuation, refer
to Manual operation 36
– emergency release 37
– locking separately 35
– opening from inside 36
– opening from outside 35
– opening separately 35
– opening with remote
control 33
– remote control 33
– unlocking manually 35
Luggage rack, refer to Roof-
mounted luggage rack 125
Lumbar support 44, 45
M
M+S tires, refer to Winter
tires 200
Maintenance 205
– refer to Service required 78
Maintenance System 205
Make-up mirror, refer to Illumi-
nated vanity mirror 51
Malfunction
– door lock 34
– fuel filler door 192
– glass sunroof 42
– luggage compartment lid 37
Malfunction displays, refer to
Check Control 80
"MANUAL",
radio 156, 159, 161
Manual operation
– door lock 34
– driver's door 34
– fuel filler door 192
– glass sunroof 42
– luggage compartment lid 36
– parking brake 60
– transmission lock for
automatic transmission with
Steptronic 64
Manual station scan 156
Map CD, refer to Navigation
CD/DVD 130
"Map dir. travel",
navigation 144
"Map facing N.",
navigation 144
Map for navigation
– changing scale 24, 144
– destination entry 134
Map view facing north 144
Master key, refer to Remote
control/key 30
Maximum cooling 106
"medium", automatic climate
control 105
Medium wave, MW
– High Definition Radio 161
"Memo", hour signal 85
Memory, refer to
– Key Memory 31
– Seat, mirror and steering
wheel memory 46
"MENU", DVD changer 171
"menu", rear seat screen 22
"Menu name" 19
Menus, Control Display 17
Microfilter, automatic climate
control 107
Microphone for voice
command 177
Middle wave, MW
155
Mirror dimming feature 123
Mirrors 50
– automatic curb monitor 51
– folding in and out 51
– heating 51
– memory, refer to Seat, mirror
and steering wheel
memory 46
"Missed", Telephone 184
Missed calls 184
Mobile phone
– changing between mobile
phone and hands-free
system 185
– changing from hands-free
system to mobile phone 185
– changing from mobile phone
to hands-free system 185
– dialing a number from Top 8
list 184
– hands-free system 177
– initiating an emergency
call 178
– inserting 179
– inserting phone cradle 181
– logging off from vehicle 180
– logging onto vehicle 179
– missed calls 184
– operating 179
– operating via retracting
telephone keypad 177
– operating with buttons on
steering wheel 11
– overview 176
– phone book 183
– redialing 183
– refer to Telephone
overview 176
– removing 179
– removing phone cradle 181
– snap-in adapter 176
– volume adjustment 177
Modifications, technical, refer
to For your own safety 5
Monitor, refer to
– iDrive 16
– rear seat screen 21
Monitor, refer to iDrive 16
Mounting for vehicle jack,
refer to Lifting vehicle 210
MP3, refer to Compressed
audio files 165
Multi-function steering wheel,
refer to Buttons on steering
wheel 11
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Multifunction switch
– refer to Turn signals/
headlamp flasher 65
– refer to Wiper/washer
system 65
MW waveband 155
N
"Name", navigation 132
"Navigation" 130, 143
Navigation destination
– manual entry 131
– selecting via map 134
Navigation drive, installation
location 130
Navigation system 130
– address book 138
– adjusting volume 25, 145
– changing route 145
– current position 146
– destination input 131
– destination list 137
– displaying route 143
– manually entering desti-
nation address 131
– navigation CD/DVD 130
– recent destinations 137
– route guidance in assistance
window 130
– route list 144
– selecting destination via
information 135
– selecting destination via
map 134
– selecting route criteria 141
– starting route guidance 143
– switching off, refer to Termi-
nating/continuing route
guidance 143
– terminating/continuing route
guidance 143
– voice instructions 145
"Navi info", programmable
buttons 52
Neck supports, refer to Head
restraints 46
Nets, refer to Securing
cargo 125
"New dest.",
navigation 131, 134
New remote controls 30
"New route",
navigation 141, 145
"Next", navigation 135
Night vision device, refer to
BMW Night Vision 96
"No measurement possible at
this time", checking engine
oil level 203
"None", rear seat screen 22
Non-smokers' equipment
package, refer to Power
socket 116
Notepad function
25
Notepad of voice command
system 25
Nozzles, refer to
Ventilation 107
Number of cylinders, refer to
Engine specifications 218
Nylon rope, refer to Towing
and tow starting 214
O
OBD socket 206
Octane numbers, refer to Fuel
specifications 193
Odometer 75
– refer to Trip odometer 75
Oil
– additives, refer to Approved
engine oils 203
– approved engine oils 203
– consumption, refer to
Engine oil, checking 202
– filling capacity 221
– level 202
– topping up, refer to Adding
engine oil 203
– viscosity ratings 203
Oil change interval, refer to
Service requirements 78
Oil consumption, refer to
Checking engine oil 202
"Oil level at minimum! Add
1 quart engine oil", checking
engine oil level 203
"Oil level under min.! Add
1 quart engine oil", checking
engine oil level 203
"OK", DVD changer 171
"ON / OFF", speed limit 82
Onboard monitor, refer to
iDrive 16
Onboard tool kit 207
"On country", navigation 136
"On dest.", navigation 136
"On location", navigation 136
"On town/city",
navigation 136
Opening and closing
– from inside 34
– from outside 32
– via door lock 34
– with remote control 32
Oral note 25
Orientation menu, refer to
Opening start menu 18
Outlet slits, refer to
Ventilation 107
Outside air, refer to Automatic
recirculated-air control
AUC/recirculated-air
mode 105
Outside air mode, automatic
climate control 105
Outside temperature
display 75
– changing units of
measure 84
Overview
– operating principle 10
– radio control 152
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P
"PAIRING", phone 179
Panic mode 33
Park Distance Control PDC 86
"Parked car", parked car
ventilation 109
Parked car ventilation
– activating activation
time 110
– preselecting activation
time 109
– switching on and off
directly 109
Parking, vehicle 58
Parking aid, refer to PDC Park
Distance Control 86
Parking assistant, refer to
PDC Park Distance
Control 86
Parking brake 58
– Automatic Hold 59
Parking lamps 99
Parking lamps/low beams 99
Parking with Automatic
Hold 60
Park lock, refer to Parking 62
Parts and accessories, refer to
Your individual vehicle 5
Passenger airbag status
lamp 95
Passenger-side exterior
mirror, tilting down 51
Pathway lighting 99
PDC Park Distance Control 86
"PDC pic." 87
Pen tray, refer to Storage
compartment in center
console 115
Perimeter lighting, refer to
Interior lamps 102
Permissible axle load, refer to
Weights 220
Permissible gross weight,
refer to Weights 220
"Perspective",
navigation 144, 145
"Phone" 179, 180, 181
Phone book 184
– creating entry in voice
command phone book 184
– deleting all entries 185
– deleting entry 185
– displaying entry 185
– having entries read 185
– selecting name 185
– via iDrive 183
Phone number
– deleting individual entry 185
– dialing from phone book 183
– dialing via retracting
telephone keypad
177
– redialing 183
– Top 8 list 184
"Pict.format", DVD
changer 171
"Picture", DVD changer 170
Pinch protection system
– glass sunroof, electric 41
– power windows 40
Plasters, refer to First-aid
kit 213
Plastic, refer to Caring for your
vehicle brochure
Playing music tracks in
random sequence
– CD changer 166
– CD player 163
Pollen, refer to Microfilter/
activated-charcoal filter 107
Position
– displaying 146
– storing 139
Power failure 211
Power output, refer to Engine
specifications 218
Power rear backrests 45
Power seat, rear 45
Power socket 116
Power windows 39
– convenience operation 32
– safety switch 40
Precious wood, refer to Caring
for your vehicle brochure
Preparation package for
phone, refer to Hands-free
system 177
"Presets", radio 155, 160
Pressure, tires 194
Pressure monitoring, tires,
refer to Flat Tire Monitor 90
Pressure monitoring, tires,
refer to Tire Pressure
Monitor 91
"Profile", BMW Assist 189
Programmable
– buttons 52
– cruise control 67
Protective function
– glass sunroof, electric 41
– power windows 40
"Public places, business and
shopping", navigation 136
Puncture, Flat Tire Monitor 90
R
Radiator, refer to Coolant 203
Radiator fluid, refer to
Coolant 203
Radio 155
– Autostore 157
– controls 152
– High Definition Radio 161
– sampling stations 156
– satellite radio 159
– selecting the waveband 155
– storing stations 158
– switching on/off 153
– tone control 153
– updating selection of
stations in receiving
range 157
– volume 153
– weather reports 159
Radio Data System RDS 158
Radio key, refer to Remote
control/key 30
Radio ready state 57
– with Comfort Access 39
Rain sensor 65
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"RDS", Radio 159
RDS Radio Data System 158
Reading lamps 102
"Rear", rear seat screen 22
Rear air conditioner 108
– cooling adjustment 108
– switching off 108
– switching on 108
– switching on/off via
iDrive 108
Rear armrest, refer to Center
armrest 114
"Rear climate control", rear
compartment air
conditioning 108
Rear-compartment air condi-
tioning, rear refrigerator 117
Rear lamps 208
– refer to Tail lamps 208
– replacing bulbs 208
Rear lock, rear seat screen 22
"Rear refrigerator" 117
Rear refrigerator 117
Rear-seat area ventilation 107
Rear seat backrests, electric,
refer to Rear comfort seat
adjustment 45
Rear seats
– adjusting 45
– adjusting passenger seat
from rear 45
– head restraint adjustment 47
– heating 50
Rear seat screen 21
Rearview mirror 50
Rear window blind, refer to
Sun blinds 112
Rear window defroster 107
Rear window safety switch 40
Recent numbers in mobile
phone 184
Reception, radio
– refer to Changing
station 155
– refer to Updating stations in
receiving range 157
Rechargeable flashlight 113
"Recirc. air", programmable
buttons 52
Recirculated-air mode 105
– automatic climate
control 105
Reclining seat
– refer to Comfort seat
adjustment 44
– refer to Power seat
adjustment 44
Redialing list, displaying
persons not reached 184
Reflectors, refer to Tail
lamps 208
Refueling
192
Remaining distance
– for service required 78
– refer to Cruising range 77
– to destination 77
Remote control 30
– changing battery 39
– Comfort Access 38
– garage door opener 111
– luggage compartment lid 33
– malfunction 33
Removing fog on the
windows 106
Removing head restraints,
rear seats 47
Replacement fuses 212
Replacement key, refer to
New remote controls 30
Replacement of tires 199
– changing wheels 209
– tire replacement 199
Replacing bulbs, refer to
Lamps and bulbs 207
Replacing windshield
wipers 207
Reporting an accident, refer
Initiating an emergency
call 178
Reservoir for washer
systems 67
"RESET"
– Tire Pressure Monitor 92
– tone control 154
Reset, resetting tone
settings 154
Residual heat 106
Restraint systems
– for children 54
– refer to Safety belts 48
Retaining straps, refer to
Securing cargo 125
Retracting telephone
keypad 177
Reverse
– CD changer 166
– CD player 163
– DVD changer 169
Reverse gear, automatic
transmission with
Steptronic 63
"Right", seat heating 49
"RND"
– CD changer 166
– CD player 163
Road map 134
Roadside Assistance 187
Roadside parking lamps 100
Roadside service, refer to
Roadside Assistance 187
Roller sun blind, refer to Sun
blinds 112
Roof load capacity 220
Roof-mounted luggage
rack 125
Rope, refer to Towing
methods 215
Rotary pushbutton, refer to
iDrive 16
Route
– altering 145
– bypassing sections 146
– changing 145
– displaying 143
– displaying arrow display 143
– displaying map 143
– displaying town 144
– list 144
– selecting 141
– selecting criteria 141
"Route guid.",
navigation 138, 143
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Route guidance 143
– changing route
specifications 141
– continuing 143
– displaying driving route 130
– distance and arrival 77
– interrupting 143
– interrupting voice
instructions 145
– selecting new route 145
– starting 143
– terminating 143
– volume of voice
instructions 145
"ROUTE GUIDE",
navigation 134, 139
"Route preference",
navigation 141
RSC Run-flat System
Component, refer to Run-
flat tires 199
Run-flat tires
– flat tire 91, 93
– tire inflation pressure 194
– tire replacement 199, 200
– winter tires 200
run-flat tires 199
S
Safe braking 123
Safety 5
Safety belts 48
– care, refer to Caring for your
vehicle brochure
– sitting safely 43
– warning lamp 49
Safety belt tensioners
– refer to Airbags 94
– refer to Safety belts 48
Safety systems, refer to
– ABS Antilock Brake
System 87
– Airbags 94
– Brake system 87
– DSC Dynamic Stability
Control 87
– Safety belts 48
Safety tires, refer to Run-flat
tires 199
Sampling, Scan
– CD changer 166
– CD player 162
– radio 156
Sampling a music track, Scan
– CD changer 166
– CD player 162
"SAT", radio 159
SAT, waveband 159
"SCAN"
– CD changer 166
– CD player 162
– radio 156
Scan, sampling
– CD changer 166
– CD player 162
– radio 156
"Screen", settings 85
Screw thread for tow
fitting 214
Seat adjustment 44
Seats 44
– adjusting 44
– automatic backrest width
adjustment 44
– comfort seat 44
– heating 49
– in rear 45
– lumbar support 45
– memory, refer to Seat, mirror
and steering wheel
memory 46
– shoulder support 45
– storing adjustments 46
– thigh support 44
– ventilation, refer to Active
seat ventilation 50
"Seat temp.", seat heating 49
Seat ventilation, refer to
Active seat ventilation 50
Securing for transport, refer to
Securing cargo 125
Securing load, refer to
Securing cargo 125
Selecting
– menu items with iDrive 19
– route for navigation 141
Selecting audio source 152
Selecting country 132
Selecting functions, refer to
iDrive 16
Selecting menu 17
Selecting roaming, refer to
Top and bottom status
line 21
Selector lever, automatic
transmission with
Steptronic 62
Selector lever interlock, refer
to Selecting transmission
range 62
Service, refer to Roadside
Assistance 187
Service and Warranty Infor-
mation Booklet for US
models and Warranty and
Service Guide Booklet for
Canadian models 205
Service car, refer to Roadside
Assistance 187
Service required 78
Service requirement
display 205
"Services", BMW Assist 188
"Service Status", BMW
Assist 187
"SET"
– Flat Tire Monitor 90
– setting speed limit 82
Set language 84
"Set time 1", parked car
ventilation 109
"Set time 2", parked car
ventilation 109
Setting button, refer to
iDrive 16
Settings
– assistance window 20
– BMW Night Vision 97
– data and time 84
– Entertainment 152
– Key Memory 31
– language 84
– units of measure 84
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"Settings", activating/deacti-
vating Bluetooth
link 179, 180
Setting time, refer to Prese-
lecting activation time 109
Setting volume, speed-
dependent 154
Shifting, for automatic trans-
mission with Steptronic 62
Shiftlock, refer to Selecting
transmission range 62
Short commands of the voice
command system 222
"Shortest route",
navigation 142
"Short info", programmable
buttons 52
Short wave, SW 155
– High Definition Radio 161
Shoulder support 45
Side airbags 94
Side-mounted turn signals,
replacing bulbs 208
Side window blind, refer to
Sun blinds 112
Signal horn, refer to Horn 11
Sitting safely 43
– with airbags 43
– with head restraint 43
– with safety belts 43
Ski bag 118
Sliding/tilt sunroof, refer to
Glass sunroof, electric 41
Smokers' package, refer to
Ashtray 115
Snap-in adapter 181
Snow chains 200
Socket
– for Onboard
Diagnostics 206
– for remote control, refer to
Ignition lock 57
Soft closure aid
– doors, refer to Automatic
soft closing 35
– luggage compartment lid,
refer to Automatic soft
closing 36
Soft drink can holder, refer to
Cup holders 115
SOS, refer to Initiating an
emergency call 178
Spare fuses 212
Spare key 30
– adapter 30
Spare tire 210
Spare wheel, refer to Spare
tire 210
Special oils, refer to Approved
engine oils 203
Special washing program,
refer to Caring for your
vehicle brochure
Speed
– average 77
– limit 82
Speed-dependent
volume 154
Speed limit 82
Speed limit warning, refer to
Speed limit 82
Speedometer 12
"Speed Vol.", Speed-
dependent volume
control 154
"Split"
– assistance window for
onboard data 83
– navigation, refer to Display in
assistance window 130
Split screen view, refer to
Assistance window 20
"Sport", EDC Electronic
Damper Control 90
Sport program
– automatic transmission with
Steptronic 63
– EDC Electronic Damper
Control 90
Stability control, refer to
Driving stability control
systems 87
Star button, refer to
Programming button
function 52
"START", BMW Assist 188
"START / RESET", trip
computer 82
Start/Stop button 57
Starting, refer to Starting
engine 57
Starting difficulties
– jump starting 213
– refer to Special starting
conditions 58
Starting engine 57
"State inspection" 79
Stations
– refer to Radio 155
– storing for radio 158
"Status", BMW
Assist 186, 187
"Status: Resetting TPM...",
Tire Pressure Monitor 92
"Status: Tire low!", Tire
Pressure Monitor 92
"Status: TPM active", Tire
Pressure Monitor 92
Steering wheel
– adjustment 52
– assistance getting in and
out 52
– buttons on steering
wheel 11
– heating 52
– memory 46
– programmable button 52
– with multi-function
buttons 11
Steptronic, refer to Automatic
transmission with
Steptronic 63
"STOP", trip computer 82
Stopwatch
– starting and stopping 83
– taking an intermediate time
reading 83
Storage, tires 200
Storage compartments 115
Storage space, refer to
Luggage compartment 119
"STORE", radio 158
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"STORE DATE", deadlines for
exhaust and vehicle
inspections 79
Storing current position 146
Storing desired speeds, refer
to Programmable cruise
control 68
Storing destination per
voice 141
Storing numbers, refer to
Phone book 184
Storing sitting position, refer
to Seat, mirror and steering
wheel memory 46
Storing vehicle, refer to Caring
for your vehicle brochure
Straps, refer to Loading 124
"Street", navigation 133
"SUBTITLE", DVD
changer 171
Summer tires, refer to Wheels
and tires 194
Sun blinds 112
"SVS active", voice command
system 23
Switches
– all around the steering
wheel 10
– comfort features 14
Switch for battery 211
Switching between high
beams and low beams,
automatic, refer to High-
beam assistant 100
Switching cooling function on
and off manually 107
Switching ignition on and
off 57
Switching navigation voice
instructions on/off 145
Switching off engine 58
Switching off tilt alarm
sensor 38
Switching on
– audio 153
– CD changer 164
– CD player 162
– DVD changer 168
– radio 155
Symbols 4
– indicator and warning
lamps 13
T
Tachometer 75
Tailgate
– automatic operation 33, 36
– refer to Luggage
compartment lid 35
Tail lamps 208
– replacing bulbs 209
Taking time, refer to
Stopwatch 83
Tank contents, refer to
Capacities 221
Technical changes, refer to
For your own safety 5
Technical data 218
Telematics, refer to
BMW Assist 186
Telephone
– accepting calls 177
– refer to Telephone
overview 176
– switching off 177
Telephoning,
requirements 182
TeleService, services
offered 187
Temperature
– adjusting with automatic
climate control 105
– changing units of
measure 84
– outside temperature
warning 75
– refer to Hot exhaust
system 122
Temperature display
– interior temperature 105
– outside temperature 75
– setting units 84
Temperature distribution,
seat heating 49
Temperature of coolant, refer
to Coolant temperature 76
Tempomat, refer to Active
cruise control 69
Thawing windows, refer to
Defrosting windows and
removing condensation 106
Thawing windshield, refer to
Defrosting windows and
removing condensation 106
The right tires 199
Thigh support adjustment 44
Third brake lamp, refer to Tail
and brake lamps 208
Three-point belt 48
Through loading system 118
Tightening torque for lug
bolts, refer to After
mounting 211
Tilting down passenger-side
exterior mirror 51
Time
– display format 84
– setting 84
"Time", settings 84
Time and date 84
Time of arrival 77
Timer 77
Tire identification marks 197
Tire inflation pressure 194
– loss, refer to Indication of a
flat tire 91
– loss, refer to Low tire
pressure message 93
Tire Pressure Monitor 91
– resetting system 92
– system limits 91
– warning light 93
Tire pressure monitoring,
refer to Flat Tire Monitor 90
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Tire pressure monitoring,
refer to Tire Pressure
Monitor 91
Tire Quality Grading 197
Tires
– age 197
– breaking-in 122
– changing 209
– condition 198
– damage 198
– flat tire 209
– inflation pressure 194
– pressure monitoring 90, 91
– replacing 199
– run-flat tires 199
– size 197
– size, refer to New wheels and
tires 199
– storage 200
– tread 198
– winter tires 200
"TITLE", DVD changer 171
Tone 153
– adjusting 153
– resetting settings 154
"Tone", tone control 153
Tools, refer to Onboard tool
kit 207
"TOP", DVD changer 171
"TOP 8", telephone 184
Top 8 for telephone
– deleting entire list 184
– dialing phone number 184
– on Control Display 184
Top and bottom status
lines 20
Torque
– engine 218
– lug bolts, refer to After
mounting 211
Touch tone dialing 178
Touch tone with
telephone 178
Tow fitting 214
Towing 214
– tow fitting 214
"Town/City", navigation 132
"Town / ZIP", navigation 133
Tow-starting 215
"TPM", Tire Pressure
Monitor 92
Track, refer to
Dimensions 219
Traction aid, refer to DSC 87
Traction control, refer to DSC
Dynamic Stability
Control 87
Traffic congestion, bypassing
route sections 146
Transmission, refer to
Automatic transmission with
Steptronic 62
Transmission lock, manually
releasing 64
Transmission positions, refer
to Automatic transmission
with Steptronic 62
Transporting children
safely 54
"Travel information",
navigation 136
Tray for pens 115
Tread depth, refer to Minimum
tread depth 198
Treble, refer to Treble and
bass 153
"Treble", Treble and bass 153
Trip computer 82
Triple turn signal activation 65
Trip odometer 75
Trunk
– capacity 220
– net 119
– refer to Luggage
compartment 119
– refer to Luggage
compartment lid 35
Turning circle, refer to
Dimensions 219
Turn signals 65
– indicator lamp 13
– replacing bulbs 207
Twist-and-press button, refer
to iDrive 16
U
Undercoating, refer to Caring
for your vehicle brochure
Uniform Tire Quality
Grading 197
"Units", changing settings 84
Units of measure
– average fuel
consumption 84
– average speed 84
– consumption 84
– distance 84
– temperature 84
Universal garage door opener,
refer to Integrated universal
remote control 111
Universal remote control 111
"Unlock", rear seat screen 22
Unlocking
– from inside 34
– from outside 32
– hood 201
– luggage compartment
lid 33, 39
Unlocking without key, refer to
Comfort Access 38
"UPDATE", BMW Assist 189
"Update of engine oil level in
process" 203
Used batteries, refer to
Disposal 211
Using the phone 182
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Valve screw caps, refer to
After mounting 211
Vanity mirror, illuminated 51
Vehicle
– battery 211
– breaking-in 122
– care, refer to Caring for your
vehicle brochure
– dimensions 219
– loading 124
– locking from inside 34
– locking from outside 33
– parking 58
– position, refer to Current
position 146
– storage, refer to Caring for
your vehicle brochure
– washing, refer to Caring for
your vehicle brochure
– weight 220
"Vehicle", menus on Control
Display 17
Vehicle jack, refer to What you
will need 210
Vehicle jack mountings, refer
to Lifting vehicle 210
Ventilation 107
– draft-free 107
Ventilation while parked 109
Video, refer to DVD
changer 168
"View", navigation 143
Viscosity 203
Voice-command phone
book 184
Voice command system 23
– short commands 222
Voice instructions for
navigation system
– muting 145
– repeating 145
– switching on/off 145
– volume 145
Volume distribution, refer to
Balance and fader 154
W
Warning and indicator
lamps 12
Warnings, refer to Check
Control 80
Warning triangle 213
Warranty and Service Guide
Booklet for Canadian
models 205
Washer fluid 66
– capacity of reservoir 67
Washer jets, refer to
Windshield washer
nozzles 66
Washer system 67
Washing the vehicle, refer to
Caring for your vehicle
brochure
Waste receptacle, refer to
– Ashtray, front 115
– Center armrest, front 114
Water on roads, refer to
Driving through water 123
Waveband 155
– High Definition Radio 161
"WB", radio 159
WB, waveband 159
Wear indicators in tires, refer
to Minimum tread depth 198
Weather reports 159
Weights 220
Wheel/tire combination, refer
to New wheels and tires 199
Wheelbase, refer to
Dimensions 219
Wheel change, spare
wheel 210
Wheel chock, refer to What
you will need 209
Wheel replacement 199
Wheels and tires 194
Width, refer to
Dimensions 219
Windshield heater, refer to
Defrosting windows and
removing condensation 106
Windshield washer, washer
fluid 66
Windshield washer nozzles 66
Windshield washer
reservoir 66, 67
– capacity, refer to Filling
capacities 221
Windshield washing system,
wiper system 65
Windshield wiper, refer to
Wiper system 65
Windshield wiper blades
– care, refer to Caring for your
vehicle brochure
– replacing 207
Winter tires 200
– changing 209
– condition 198
– run-flat tires 200
– speed limit selection 82
– storage 200
Wiper blade replacement 66
Wiper system 65
"With highway",
navigation 142
"With map", navigation 135
Without freeway, refer to
Changing route criteria 142
Wood decoration, refer to
Caring for your vehicle
brochure
Wordmatch principle for
navigation 142
Wrenches/screwdrivers, refer
to Onboard toolkit 207
X
Xenon lamp, replacing
bulbs 207
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"YES", navigation
– deleting address book 140
– deleting destination list 138
– deleting individual destina-
tions from address
book 140
"YES", Tire Pressure
Monitor 92
"Your BMW center",
BMW Assist 188
Your individual vehicle 5
Z
"Zoom", BMW Night Vision 98
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To ensure that you always have all the essential
data on hand when refueling, we recommend
that you fill in the following tables with the spec-
ifications and information that apply to your
vehicle. Consult the index for individual specifi-
cations.
Fuel
Engine oil
Tire inflation pressure
Designation
Please enter your preferred fuel here.
Quality
Summer tires Winter tires
Front Rear Front Rear
Up to 4 persons
5 persons or 4 plus luggage
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