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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 features. The
manual also contains information on maintenance
designed to enhance operating safety and contribute to
maintaining the value of your BMW throughout an
extended service life.
This Owner's Manual should be considered a permanent
part of this vehicle. It should stay with the vehicle when
sold to provide the next owner with important operating,
safety and maintenance information.
This manual is supplemented by a Service and Warranty
Information Booklet for US models or a Warranty and
Service Guide Booklet for Canadian models.
We recommend that you read this publication thoroughly.
Your BMW is covered by the following warranties:
– New Vehicle Limited Warranty
– Limited Rust Perforation 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.
We wish you an enjoyable driving experience.
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Contents
Notes
6 Using this Owner's Manual
6 Symbols used
7 The individual vehicle
7 Editorial notice
8 For you own safety
9 REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS
Cockpit
12 Driver's side – Controls and displays
16 Comfort and convenience – Controls
and displays
18 Buttons in steering wheel
Control Center
19 The concept
19 Controller
19 Control Display
20 Symbols and lists
22 Menus in Control Display
23 Assistance window*
Voice command
25 Voice command system*
25 Voice commands
27 Notices
27 The notebook
29 Brief commands
Opening and closing
34 Keys
35 Central locking system
35 Opening and closing – from outside
37 Opening and closing – from inside
38 Doors
38 Luggage compartment lid
40 Luggage compartment
40 Alarm system
42 Electric power windows
43 Sliding/tilt sunroof*
Adjustments
45 Correct sitting position
45 Seats
48 Head restraints
50 Safety belts
50 Heated seats*
51 Active seat ventilation*
52 Active seat*
52 Mirror
53 Steering wheel adjustment
54 Seat, mirror and steering wheel
memory
55 Airbags
57 Transporting children safely
58 LATCH child-restraint system
59 Child-safety locks
59 Car Memory, Key Memory
Driving
61 Ignition lock
62 Starting the engine
62 Switching off engine
62 Parking brake
66 Automatic transmission with L mode
69 Automatic transmission with
Steptronic
71 Turn signal indicators/headlamp
flasher
71 Wiper system
73 Washer fluid
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73 Programmable cruise control
Everything under control
77 Odometer, outside temperature
display, clock
77 Tachometer
78 Service Interval Display
80 Check Control
81 Computer
86 Changing settings
Technology for comfort,
convenience and safety
88 PDC Park Distance Control*
89 Driving stability control/
DSC Dynamic Stability Control
91 Driving stability control/ABS Antilock
Brake System
91 Dynamic Drive
92 EDC Electronic Damping Control*
92 RDC Tire Pressure Monitor*
94 Self-leveling suspension*
94 Adaptive brake lamp
Lamps
96 Parking lamps/low beams
97 Instrument lighting
97 High beams/standing lamps
97 Front fog lamps
97 Interior lamps
A congenial climate
99 Automatic climate control
105 Rear air conditioner*
106 Parked-car ventilation system
Practical interior accessories
108 Universal Garage Door Opener*
109 Sun blinds*
110 Rear cooler*
110 Glove compartment
111 Storage compartments
112 Beverage holders
112 Ashtray, front
113 Cigarette lighter, front
113 Power socket
113 Ashtray, rear
113 Cigarette lighter, rear
113 Center armrest
114 Ski bag*
Things to remember when driving
118 Break-in procedures
118 General driving notes
119 Brake system
120 Cargo loading
120 Roof-mounted luggage rack*
Navigation
124 Safety
124 GPS
124 Map CD
125 Starting the navigation system
125 Display in assistance window*
126 Selection options
126 Destination entry
126 Manual entry of destination address
128 Select the town or city and the street
from the directory
128 Map-guided destination selection
129 Selecting destination in Information
129 Selecting interesting destinations
130 Recent destinations
130 Destination list
130 Route selection
131 Starting the destination guidance
system
132 Displaying route
133 Select new route
133 Voice messages
134 Terminate/interrupt active guidance
134 Creating a directory
135 Location
136 Wordmatch principle
136 What to do if …
Sound system
140 Controls
140 Care instructions
140 To switch on/off
140 Using with ignition off
141 Volume adjustment
141 Tone control
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Radio
143 Select the frequency band
143 Station selection
144 Storing and retrieving a station
145 Weather Band
CD Compact Disc
146 Using the buttons to search for music
tracks
147 Searching for music tracks in the
Control Display
CD changer
149 Starting and stopping the CD changer
149 Status displays
149 Searching for music tracks in the
Control Display
150 Using the buttons to search for music
tracks
MiniDisc MD
151 Using the buttons to search for music
tracks
152 Searching for music tracks in the
Control Display
Cassette
153 Noise suppression
154 Music track search
Using your mobile phone
158 Safety notice
159 Care instructions
159 Operation
161 Hands-free system
161 To make SOS call
161 Initial operation
162 Getting started
162 Telephone directory
163 To select a number from the Top 8 list
164 Redialing, including numbers not
initially reached
164 Missed calls
Refueling
168 Fuel filler door
169 Fuel specifications
Wheels and tires
170 Tire inflation pressure
171 Tire condition
172 Tire replacement
173 Wheel and tire combinations
173 Special characteristics of winter tires
173 Snow chains*
Under the hood
175 Hood
176 Engine compartment
176 Engine oil
177 Coolant
178 Brake fluid
Maintenance
179 The BMW Maintenance System
179 Care
Rules and regulations
180 California Proposition 65 Warning
180 OBD connector
Replacing components
181 Onboard tool kit
181 Windshield wiper blades
181 Lamps and bulbs
183 Changing a tire
185 Battery
186 Fuses
Help – Giving and receiving
187 Warning triangle*
187 First-aid kit*
187 Jump-starting
188 Towing
Technical data
192 Engine specifications
193 Dimensions
194 Weights
194 Capacities
Everything from A to Z
195 Contents
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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
convenient 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
manual; it is an important part of the
vehicle.
If you have any additional questions, your
BMW center will be glad to advise you.
Symbols used
Indicates precautions that must be
followed precisely in order to avoid
the possibility of personal injury and
serious damage to the vehicle.
<
<
Marks the end of a specific item of infor-
mation.
Contains 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.
<
*
Identifies special equipment, county-
specific equipment and optional extras.
"..." Identifies Control Display texts used to
select individual functions.
<
These sections contain information
on using the voice command
system.
<
>>...<< Verbal instructions to use with the
voice command system. It is not necessary
to say the words in parentheses.
>...< Identifies the answers generated by
the voice command system.
<
Identifies systems or components,
which can either be activated or
adapted to suit an individual driver's
requirements ("Car Memory", "Key
Memory"). Refer to page 59.
Remember that activation and adjustments
on some of these systems can only be
performed at your BMW center.
<
Symbols on vehicle components
Indicates that you should consult the
relevant section of this Owner's
Manual for information on a particular part
or assembly.
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The individual vehicle
On purchasing your BMW, you have
decided in favor of a model with individual-
ized equipment and features. This Owner's
Manual describes the entire array of
options and equipment available with a
specific BMW model.
Please bear in mind that the manual may
contain information on accessories and
equipment that you have not specified for
your own vehicle. Sections describing
options and special equipment are marked
by asterisks
*
to assist you in identifying
possible differences between the descrip-
tions in this manual and your own vehicle's
equipment.
Should your BMW be equipped with
features or accessories not described in
this manual, please consult the enclosed
supplementary manual(s).
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, it is
possible that the features described in this
Owner's Manual could differ from those on
your vehicle. Nor can errors and omissions
be entirely ruled out. You are therefore
asked to appreciate that no legal claims
can be entertained on the basis of the data,
illustrations or descriptions in this Owner's
Manual.
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For you own safety
Use unleaded gasoline only. Fuels
containing up to and including 10%
ethanol or other oxygenates with up to
2.8% oxygen by weight – that is, 15%
MTBE or 3% methanol plus an equivalent
amount of co-solvent – will not void the
applicable warranties respecting defects in
materials or workmanship. Field experi-
ence has indicated significant differences
in fuel quality – volatility, composition, addi-
tives, etc. – among gasolines offered for
sale in the United States and Canada. The
use of poor quality fuels may result in drive-
ability, starting and stalling problems espe-
cially under certain environmental
conditions such as high ambient tempera-
ture and high altitude.
Should you encounter driveability prob-
lems 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.
Failure to comply with these recommenda-
tions may result in unscheduled mainte-
nance.
Follow the relevant safety rules when you
are handling gasoline.
<
Important safety information
For your own safety, use genuine
parts and accessories approved by
BMW.
When you purchase accessories tested
and approved by BMW and Original BMW
Parts, you simultaneously acquire the
assurance that they have been thoroughly
tested by BMW to ensure optimum perfor-
mance 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 accessories 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 vehicle, its operation, or its occu-
pants. Original BMW Parts, BMW Accesso-
ries 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 portable cellular phone from within the
vehicle without using an externally
mounted antenna – or transceiver equip-
ment, for instance, CBs, walkie-talkie, ham
radio or similar accessories, may cause
extensive damage to the vehicle, compro-
mise its safety, interfere 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
systems may be performed by any automo-
tive repair establishment or individual using
any certified automotive part.
<
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The following only applies to vehicles
owned and operated in the US.
REPORTING SAFETY
DEFECTS
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 noti-
fying BMW of North America, LLC, P.O.
Box 1227, Westwood, New Jersey 07675-
1227, Telephone (201) 307-4000.
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, your dealer, or BMW of North
America, LLC.
To contact NHTSA, you may either call the
Auto Safety Hotline toll-free at 1-800-424-
9393 (or 366-0123 in Washington, D.C.
area) or write to: NHTSA, U.S. Department
of Transportation, Washington, D.C.
20590. You can also obtain other informa-
tion about engine vehicle safety from the
Hotline.
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This overview of buttons, switches and
displays is intended to serve as a source
of orientation in your vehicle's operating
environment.
The section will also assist you in
becoming acquainted with the control
concepts and options available for
operating the various systems.
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Cockpit
Driver's side – Controls and displays
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1
Rear window sun blind 109
2
Rear window safety switch 42
3
Electric power windows 42
4
Exterior mirrors 52
5
Parking brake 62
6
Parking lamps and low beams 96
7
Instrument lighting 97
8
Turn signal indicators 71
High beams, headlamp flasher 97
Computer 81,
Check Control 80
Computer 81
Standing lamps 97
9
Steering wheel 18
10
Info Display 14
11
Automatic transmission lever 66
12
Ignition lock 61
13
Switching ignition on and off,
starting the engine 62
14
Windshield wipers 71
Rain sensor 71
15
Park Distance Control (PDC) 88
16
Horn: the entire surface
17
Steering wheel heating 53
Steering wheel adjustment 53
18
Unlocking the luggage
compartment 39
19
Programmable cruise control 73
20
Front fog lamps 97
Front fog lamps
21
Opening the hood 175
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Info Display
1
To view odometer display and reset trip
odometer to zero 77
2
Speedometer with:
>
Display for programmable cruise
control 73
>
Speed limit display 84
3
Indicator and warning lamps 15
4
Tachometer 77
with navigation system guidance
display 132
5
Display panel for
>
Computer 81
or
>
Check Control text messages 80
or
>
Voice command system 26
6
Transmission range selection 66
7
Display panel for
>
Automatic transmission program
display 66
8
Indicator for
>
Outside temperature 77
>
Clock 86
or
>
Indicator and warning lamps 80
9
Fuel gauge and computer 81
10
Fog lamps 97
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Indicator and warning lamps
Technology that monitors itself
The indicator and warning lamps identified
by the
●
symbol are subjected to an oper-
ation check each time you switch on the
ignition or start the engine. They each light
up once for different periods of time.
When a malfunction occurs in a monitored
system, the corresponding lamp will either
fail to go out when the engine is started, or
it will come on again during normal driving.
For information on how you should respond
when this happens, please refer to the
pages indicated.
Please fasten safety belts
●
50
DSC Dynamic Stability
Control
●
89
DTC Dynamic Traction Control 89
ABS Antilock Braking System
●
91
Parking brake/Brake system
hydraulic circuits/DBC Dynamic
Brake Control
●
62/ 91/ 178
Parking brake/Brake hydraulic
sytems/DBC Dynamic Brake
Control for Canadian models.
Parking brake 62, 65
Parking brake 62, 65
Automatic parking brake – Auto-
matic Hold
●
63, 65
Engine
●
180
Airbags
● 56
Turn signal indicators 71
High beams/headlamp flasher 97
Front fog lamps 97
Colors
The indicator and warning lamps can light
up in different colors and combinations.
The following section explains the signifi-
cance of the individual colors as well as
how you should respond when they
appear.
> Red:
Stop the vehicle immediately
or
an important reminder
> Red and yellow:
To drive; drive cautiously
> Yellow:
Have the system inspected at the earliest
opportunity
or
for your information
> Green
For your information
> Blue:
For your information.
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1 Glasses compartment 111
2 Storage compartment 112
3 Radio on/off switch and volume
adjustment 140, 141
4 Key Pad 160
5 Automatic air distribution and air supply –
left side of interior 100
6 Outside air/AUC Automatic recirculated-
air control/Recirculated air 101
7 To defrost windshield and windows 101
8 Control Display 19
9 Temperature on left-hand side of
passenger compartment – turn and
maximum cooling – press 101, 101
10 Sliding/tilt sunroof 43
11 Air supply on left-hand side of
passenger compartment – turn and switch
off automatic climate control –
press 101, 103
12 Reading lamps 98
13 Hazard warning flashers
14 Interior lamps 97
15 Air supply on right-hand side of
passenger compartment 100
16 Temperature on right-hand side of
passenger compartment – turn and residual
heat mode – press 101, 101
17 Rear window defroster
18 Air conditioning 101
19 Trigger emergency SOS call 161
20 Open the glove compartment
21 Automatic air distribution and air
supply, right-hand side of passenger
compartment 103
22 Station/title search and CD, MD 140
23 Central locking system 37
24 Controller 19
25 Seat adjustment 45
Seat heaters 50
Active seat ventilation 51
BMW active seat 52
Seat, mirror and steering wheel
memory 54
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Buttons in steering wheel
Buttons are integrated within the steering
wheel to allow convenient control of the
following systems, with minimal driver
distraction from road and traffic conditions:
> The automatic transmission's L mode
> Selected radio functions
> Selected mobile phone functions
> The voice command system.
The buttons in the steering wheel are
only operational when the corre-
sponding systems are switched on.<
Cellular phone:
Receive an incoming call, initiate dialing
and end a call
Volume
Voice command system:
To switch on and off
Fast forward/reverse:
> Radio
Press briefly: scans for stations in FM band
Extended pressure: Search
> CD/MD
Press briefly: jump to next track
Extended pressure: fast forward within
track
> Cassette deck
Press briefly: stop track skip or fast forward
Extended pressure: fast forward
Available for individual programming:
You can program the function for this
button by selecting "MFL" in the "Settings"
menu, refer to page 53.
L mode:
Press briefly to alternate between the auto-
matic program and the L mode, refer to
page 68.
Steptronic – Canadian models only:
Press briefly to proceed through a selec-
tion sequence consisting of the automatic
program, the Sport program and the
manual mode, refer to page 69.
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Control Center
The concept
The Control Center has been designed to
avoid the unnecessary complexity created
by an extended number of switches and
controls. It consists of the controller and
the Control Display.
The controller is used to select the func-
tions that will appear in the Control Display.
In addition, the Control Display also shows
you Check Control messages.
Controller
You can slide, turn and press the controller
to enter commands. You can use it for all of
the functions in the Control Display.
To avoid posing an unnecessary
hazard, both to your own vehicle's
occupants and to other road users: never
attempt to use the controls or make adjust-
ments unless traffic and road conditions
allow.<
The following introduction illustrates how
easy it is to use the Control Center.
You can find detailed instructions
describing how to use the individual
systems in the separate sections.
Control Display
An orientation menu is available for selec-
tion. Slide the controller
> toward the currently active menu
> twice in one direction.
Select menu
Slide the controller to select a
menu – here: "Settings."
The menu appears on the screen as soon
as you release the controller.
You can move directly to a different
menu by sliding the controller.<
Selecting menu entries
Turn the controller to select the
menu entry, here: "Clock."
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Among the available menu entries:
> Adjustment options
> Program
> Function
Confirm selection or entry
Press the controller to confirm
the selection, here: "Clock."
Select the desired setting for adjustment
from the menu entry, here: "Time" and
confirm your entry
Settings
The first setting option for time is activated.
> Turn the controller to select your setting
> Press the controller to confirm the new
setting – store – and to proceed to the next
highlighted position to set.
Changing menu page
You can select individual pages in specific
menus, here: "Climate."
Select the symbol and press the controller:
To proceed to the second page of the
menu
To return to the first page of the menu.
Symbols and lists
The symbols in the corners and edges of
the Control Display have various functions:
1 Corner symbols:
Select these symbols to proceed to the
opposite page of the menu.
To change page: turn the controller
2 List symbols:
Indicates that you can only move within the
same page of the menu. You are currently
in a list, for instance, stored radio stations.
Turn the controller to select an entry from
the list.
Select the symbol and confirm your
selection to exit from the list.
Symbols
To proceed to the second page
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To return to the first page
To exit from the list
To transfer the current display to the
assistance window. For more
detailed information on the assis-
tance window, refer to page 24
To transmit vehicle data to the BMW
Service Center – in preparation
For information on display units and
formats, refer to page 86
Selecting language for text displays,
refer to page 86
Selecting settings for vehicle func-
tions
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Menus in Control Display
You can select from an extended range of
functions and setting options:
1 BMW ASSIST – refer to the separate
manual
2 Communications
> Using the mobile phone 158
> Cellular phone, refer to separate
Owner's manual
3 OB data
> Computer 81
> Limit 84
> Stopwatch 85
> Service Interval Display 78
> To access Check Control messages 80
4 Navigation 124
5 Help
> Brief "help" text displays 24
> Menu name for menu change
6 Entertainment
> Radio 143
> Cassette 153
> CD 146, 148
> MD 151
7 Settings
> Time and date 86
> Language 86
> Units of measure and display format 86
8 Climate
> Automatic climate control 99
> Seat heating 50
> Parked-car ventilation system 106
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Assistance window*
While you use the Control Center the assis-
tance window can provide you with a
parallel display for the active system.
You can use it for displays of the following:
> Short "help" and supplementary infor-
mation texts for selected menu entries
> A function selected from the "OB data"
menu, refer to page 85
> The travel route on vehicles equipped
with a navigation system, refer to
page 132.
Help texts in assistance window
You can call up and also cancel displays
containing "help" and supplementary infor-
mation texts on selected menu entries in
the assistance window.
1. Select "Help" from the orientation menu
2. Select "Brief info" menu and confirm.
The "help" texts appear in the assistance
window
3. Confirm again to deactivate the auto-
matic display.
To activate menu name
You can program the system to display the
menu name each time you proceed to a
new menu.
1. Select "Help" from the orientation menu
2. Select "Menu name" and confirm your
entry.
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Top and bottom status lines
1 Hands-free mode active
2 Mobile phone reception strength
3 Display for phone service provider
4 Mobile phone status
> Green: incoming or outgoing call
> Red: no network available
> Yellow: routed through alternate service
network – Roaming
5 Traffic Message Channel activated – in
preparation
6 Status Check Control 80
> Green: no message
> Yellow: priority 2 – the symbol flashes
briefly. You can use the "OB data" menu to
have the status report shown in the Control
Display
> Red: priority 1 – these messages appear
immediately, accompanied by a gong and a
flashing symbol
Status Service Interval Display 78
> Red: at least one service interval has
been exceeded
7 Temperature selection display, left-hand
side of passenger compartment
8 Air supply, left-hand side of passenger
compartment
9 Entertainment – display for radio,
cassette, CD, MD
10 Air supply, right-hand side of passenger
compartment
11 Temperature selection display, right-
hand side of passenger compartment.
Assistance window
The status lines in the assistance window
show the following:
> Outside temperature
> Navigation system destination
> Time
> Date.
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Voice command
Voice command system*
The concept
The voice command system allows you to
control operation of various vehicle
systems without ever removing your hands
from the steering wheel. The system oper-
ates on the basis of voice commands that
you will learn easily after using them a few
times. You issue your commands in the
form of instructions or in dialogs. The
dialog functions provide you with additional
support in the form of questions and infor-
mation.
The voice command system transforms
your commands and dialog answers into
control signals for the selected systems.
Please take the time to acquaint your-
self with how a particular system
operates before proceeding to control it
using the voice command system. At the
time of publication the voice command
system was available for use with the
English and German languages. Other
languages are currently in preparation.
When the voice command system is active
you can adjust the volume, refer to
page 141.<
Symbols used
indicates control via the voice
command system.<
>>...<< identifies commands used in the
voice command system. It is not necessary
to speak the words in parentheses.
>...< identifies the answers provided by the
voice command system.
Systems available for use with voice
command
> Mobile phone, refer to page 158
>>Telephone (menu)<<
> Navigation system, refer to page 124
>>Navigation (menu)<< or
>>Navi (menu)<<
> Radio, refer to page 140
>>Radio (menu)<<
> CD, refer to page 146
>>CD (menu)<<
> CD changer, refer to page 148
>>CD changer (menu)<<
> MiniDisc, refer to page 151
>>MiniDisc (menu)<<
> Cassette, refer to page 153
>>Tape (menu)<<
> Notebook, refer to page 28
>>Notepad (menu)<< or
>>Notebook (menu)<< or >>Note
recorder (menu)<<
Either the system that you are now control-
ling, or any current error messages will
appear in the Info Display, refer to page 14.
Voice commands
To activate voice command system
Activate by briefly pressing the
button in the steering wheel.
A signal tone and "SVS" in the Info Display
indicate that the system is ready for use.
You automatically proceed to the orienta-
tion menu.
Except in dialogs, always press
the button again before issuing voice
commands.
During dialogs that include entry of text or
numbers, the information that the voice
command system has registered will
appear on the Info Display screen, refer to
page 14.
To cancel voice command entry
You can terminate execution of a command
or dialog with >>Cancel<<, >>Exit<< or by
pressing the button in the steering
wheel.
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The button must be used to terminate
unrestricted, open dialogs in which any text
might occur, such as those containing
names, notes, etc.
The system automatically switches
over to its telephone mode if you
receive a call during a dialog. The system
issues the voice message >Cancelled< and
"PROCESS TERMINATED" appears in the
Info Display, see Status displays below.<
Voice commands
The voice command system operates on
the basis of specific, predefined
commands; these commands should be
spoken precisely as indicated. You can
listen to a selection from the command list
by activating the system, refer to page 26
and issuing the command >>Options<< or
>>What now<<.
The voice command system also features
an entry-level >>Main menu<< that allows
you to select individual accessories, refer
to page 26.
Brief commands
At the >>Main menu<< level you can use
"brief commands," refer to page 30 to
initiate direct execution of selected func-
tions without first proceeding to the
"systems" level.
Special commands
Special commands are available for
specific systems. In this Owner's Manual
you will find these commands in the
sections describing the individual systems.
Instructions for using the voice
command system are always identi-
fied by this pictogram.<
Standard commands
The standard commands available for use
with all controlled systems are:
> >>Pardon<< or >>Repeat<<
Repeats the last message issued by the
voice command system
> >>Cancel<< or >>Exit<<
Terminates the voice command system
> >>Standard dialog<<
or >>Extended dialog<<
Comprehensive instructions and error
reports guide you through the system
> >>Short dialog<<
In this setting your guidance through the
system is provided exclusively in the form
of brief statements
> >>Help<<
Allows you to request information on
various systems
> >>Options<< or >>What now<<
Provides you with a listing of the
commands available for the selected
system. A corresponding list simulta-
neously appears in the Info Display, see
Status displays below
> >>Main menu<<
Provides access to submenus.
To make it easier for you to become
acquainted with the system, it is
preset to the >>Standard dialog<< or
>>Extended dialog<< mode at the
factory.<
Status displays
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.
Any current error messages will also
appear in the display panel.
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Notices
Do not use the voice command
system to make emergency SOS
calls. Your voice and habitual tone could be
affected by stressful situations, as a result
of which the process of establishing the
telephone connection could be unneces-
sarily delayed. Instead, you should use the
emergency SOS button located adjacent to
the rearview mirror, refer to page 161.<
Environmental conditions
The voice command system uses a special
microphone located on the front headliner
of your vehicle. Although the system is
designed to filter out ambient noise, you
can help ensure that your commands will
be understood by observing the following
instructions:
> Speak smoothly and clearly, at a normal
volume. Do not place any unusual stress on
individual syllables, and avoid pauses
> Do not speak while the voice command
system is talking
> Keep the doors, windows and sunroof
closed to prevent interference from
ambient noise
> Avoid other sources of noise in the
vehicle while speaking, and ask other
vehicle occupants to refrain from talking
while you are using the system.
> The hands-free microphone is aimed
toward the driver. This means that the
system may be unable to register the
voices of other vehicle occupants properly;
passengers should use the mobile phone
instead.
The notebook
Recording a note
>>Record note<<<
You can store approx. ten minutes of
spoken text – either as a single entry or as
multiple entries of any desired length.
To terminate recording:
Apply extended pressure to
the button.
The voice command system does not
respond to the commands
>>Cancel<< and >>Exit<< while you are
recording a note. The standard utility that
scans for system commands is deactivated
in the note mode to allow you to record any
text desired, without artificial restrictions.
This feature saves you from having to
concentrate on avoiding these words while
recording.<
To listen to a notebook entry
Listening to recorded notebook entries:
1. >>Read out (note)<<
or >>Listen to (note)<<
The system plays back roughly the first
3 seconds of the first memorandum.
2. Respond to the query >Note and then<
by selecting the desired function
> To listen to the entire note:
>>Read (note)<<
(>>Listen to (note)<<)
> To hear the next notebook entry:
>>Next note<< (>>(Note) next<<)
> To hear the entry again:
>>(Note) back<<
or
>>Once again<< (>>Repeat<<, >>Read
out<<).<
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To delete notes
1. >>Edit (note)<<
2. >>Delete (current note)<<.<
Clearing the notebook
> To delete all contents from the note-
book:
>>Delete (note pad)<< (>>Delete
(notebook)<<, >>Delete (note
recorder)<<)<
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Brief commands
Function Command
To switch on mobile
phone
>>Telephone on<<
Redialing >>Redial<<
To select from the
phone directory
>>Dial name<<
Dial telephone
number
>>Dial (telephone) number<<
To add new entry >>Save name<<
To display the entry >>Read out telephone book<<
Delete entry >>Edit telephone book<<
To deactivate voice
messages from
system
>>Message (output) off<<
To activate voice
messages from
system
>>Message (output) on<<
To repeat previous
navigation guid-
ance instructions
>>Repeat message (output)<<
Destination entry
submenu
>>(Navigation) destination entry<<
Select destination >>Select destination<<
To change scale >>(Change) scale<<
Starting the desti-
nation guidance
system
>>Route guidance (on)<<
You are searching
for a destination,
but do not know the
exact address
>>(Navigation) information<<
To request
addresses
>>(Navigation) address book<<
Map display >>Map<<
To switch off audio
source
>>Audio off<<
To switch on radio >>Radio on<<
Selecting radio
stations
>>(Radio) frequency selection<<, >>Frequence selection<<,
>>Frequency input<<
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To select a stored
radio station
>>Station<<, >>Station selection<<
To start CD >>CD on<<
To select a CD >>CD 1 ..6<<
To start MD >>MiniDisc on<<
To select a track >>MiniDisc Track 1 ..30<<
To start a cassette >>Tape on<<
To record a note-
book entry
>>Record note<<
To listen to note-
book entry
>>Read out note<<, >>Listen to note<<
To edit notebook
entry
>>Edit note<<
Function Command
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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, both for driving
and for your own safety, comfort and
convenience, are described here.
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Opening and closing
Keys
1 The Key Memory functions are controlled
by the two remote control units with their
integrated keys, refer to page 59.
The color-coded decals that you received
when taking delivery of your vehicle can be
used to identify the individual remote
control units
Each remote control unit is equipped
with an extended-life battery which is
automatically recharged in the ignition lock
each time you drive the vehicle.
If you have any remote control units that
are not being used on a regular basis, you
should therefore remember to recharge
these units by using them to drive the
vehicle for an extended period at least
once a year, refer to page 35.<
2 Spare key for storage in a safe place,
such as in your wallet. This key is not
intended for constant use
3 Adapter for spare key
The adapter can be used to store the spare
key. It can be stored in the place provided
within the luggage compartment lid-
mounted onboard tool kit to ensure that it
will always be available, refer to page 181.
You can find more detailed information on
using the adapter in the section Using the
spare key adapter.
To remove the key from the remote
control unit
Press the button 1 to release the key.
You can use this integrated key to lock the
storage compartment located beneath the
front armrest.
Within this storage compartment you will
also find the switch for locking the luggage
compartment separately, refer to page 39.
This precaution prevents unauthorized
access to the vehicle's luggage compart-
ment when you subsequently hand over
only the remote control unit when leaving
the vehicle for valet parking, etc.
Using the spare key adapter
You will need the adapter to activate the
ignition and to start the vehicle with the
spare key.
Slide up the cover 1 and insert the spare
key 2 in the adapter. Close the cover and
insert the adapter in the ignition lock.
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Central locking system
The concept
The central locking system is ready for
operation 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 oper-
ated
> from outside via the remote control as
well as via the driver's door lock
> 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 37.
The anti-theft system is automatically
armed whenever you activate the central
locking system from outside the vehicle.
The alarm system is armed/deactivated at
the same time.
In the event of an accident, the central
locking system unlocks automatically (only
those doors which were not locked sepa-
rately with the safety lock buttons). Refer to
page 38. In addition, the hazard warning
flashers and interior lamps come on.
Opening and closing – from
outside
Using the remote control
The remote control makes opening and
closing the doors of your vehicle very
convenient. Furthermore, it provides three
additional functions which you can only
execute via the remote control:
> Switching on interior lamps, refer to
page 36.
You can also use this function to locate
your vehicle in parking garages, etc.
> Opening and closing the luggage
compartment lid, refer to pages 36, 39.
The luggage compartment lid opens,
regardless of whether it was previously
locked.
> Panic mode
In case of danger, you can trigger an alarm.
When you engage/release the vehicle's
locks, you simultaneously activate/deacti-
vate the anti-theft system, arm/disarm the
alarm system
and switch the interior lamps
on/off.
You can have various confirmation
signals programmed into the system
to verify that the vehicle has been locked
securely.<
Remote control
Because any persons or animals left
unattended in a parked vehicle could
lock the doors from the inside, you should
always keep the remote control unit with
you; this precaution ensures that you will
remain able to unlock the vehicle from the
outside at all times.<
Because their batteries are automati-
cally charged by the ignition lock
during normal operation, remote control
units that are used regularly are always
charged and ready for use.
When it is no longer possible to lock the
vehicle via the remote control, the battery is
discharged. Use this remote control unit
during an extended drive; this will recharge
the battery, refer to page 34. In the event of
a system malfunction, please contact your
BMW center, which is also your source for
replacement keys.<
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To unlock the vehicle
Press button 1.
The interior lamps and the door-mounted
proximity lamps come on.
Press the button once to unlock the driver's
door only; press a second time to unlock all
remaining doors as well as the luggage
compartment lid and the fuel filler door.
Convenience opening mode
Maintain pressure on button 1. The
windows and the sliding/tilt sunroof open.
The sunroof will not be retracted if it is
already in its raised position.
To lock and secure
Press button 2.
To switch off the tilt alarm sensor
and interior motion sensor
Press button 2 again immediately after
locking.
For more detailed information, refer to
page 41.
To switch on interior lamps and door-
mounted proximity lamps
With the vehicle locked, press button 2.
To switch on the interior lamps
Press button 4.
Panic mode
By pressing and holding button 4 for more
than approx. two seconds, you can trigger
the alarm system in response to any
impending danger.
To switch off the alarm: press any of the
buttons.
To open the luggage compartment
lid
Press button 3.
The luggage compartment lid opens
slightly, regardless of whether it was previ-
ously locked or unlocked.
During opening the luggage compart-
ment lid pivots upward and to the
rear. Ensure that adequate clearance is
available before opening.
To avoid being inadvertently locked out,
never lay the remote control unit down in
the luggage compartment. If the luggage
compartment lid was locked earlier, it will
relock automatically when closed.<
Automatic luggage compartment lid
operation*
To open the luggage compartment
lid
Press button 3.
The luggage compartment lid opens all the
way, regardless of whether it was previ-
ously 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 upward and to the
rear. Ensure that adequate clearance is
available before opening.
To avoid being inadvertently locked out,
never lay the remote control unit down in
the luggage compartment. If the luggage
compartment lid was locked earlier, it will
relock automatically when closed.<
External systems
External systems or devices may cause
local interference in the functions of the
remote control.
Should the remote control unit fail to
operate owing to interference of this kind,
you can respond by using the key to unlock
your vehicle at one of the doors.
For US owners only
The transmitter and receiver units comply
with Section 15 of the FCC/Federal
Communication Commission regulations.
Operation is governed by the following:
FCC ID: LX8765S
LX8765E
LX8CAS
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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 inter-
ference, 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 equip-
ment.<
Using the key
One turn of the key in the driver's door lock
unlocks the driver's door only.
Turning the key a second time unlocks all of
the remaining doors, the luggage compart-
ment lid and the fuel filler door.
You can have a signal set as an
acknowledgment message that the
vehicle is closed correctly.<
Convenience operation
You also have the option of operating the
windows and the sliding/tilt 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.
Releasing the key stops the operation.<
Manual operation
(in the event of an electrical malfunction)
You can turn the key all the way to the right
or left in the door lock or engage or release
the locking mechanism in the driver's door.
Opening and closing – from
inside
You can operate the central locking system
with this button when the driver's door is
closed. This unlocks or
locks the doors and luggage
compartment, but does not activate the
anti-theft system.
The anti-theft system is not activated. Also,
the fuel filler door remains unlocked to
allow refueling.
After unlocking the driver's door with
the remote control, refer to page 36,
you can press the button to unlock all
remaining doors as well as the luggage
compartment lid and the fuel filler door.
After closing the driver's door you can
press to lock it.<
You can also have the system
programmed to activate the central
locking system automatically whenever the
vehicle is set in motion, or when a specific
interval elapses after it is unlocked,
provided that neither the doors nor the
luggage compartment lid are opened in the
meantime. This can be adjusted to be key-
specific.<
To unlock and open the doors
> Either unlock the doors together with the
button for the central locking system and
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then pull the release handle above the
armrest
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 together the instrument lighting,
refer to page 97.<
To engage locks
> Use the central locking button to lock all
of the doors simultaneously,
or
> press the individual safety lock buttons
down. To prevent the driver from being
inadvertently locked out of the vehicle, the
lock button on the driver's door automati-
cally extends again after a brief period if the
door remains open.
Do not use the safety lock buttons to
engage the locks for driving, as they
would then fail to disengage automatically
in the event of an accident.
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 unit with you; this
precaution ensures that you will remain
able to unlock the vehicle from the outside
at all times.<
Doors
Soft Close Automatic*
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, see arrow in illustration.
The luggage compartment lid opens.
During opening the luggage compart-
ment lid pivots upward and to the
rear. Ensure that adequate clearance is
available before opening.<
The lock
All of the vehicle's keys fit the luggage
compartment 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 inadvert-
ently, avoid laying the remote control
unit down in the luggage compartment. The
luggage compartment is locked again as
soon as you close the lid.
If you use the key to unlock the luggage
compartment lid while the alarm system is
armed, the alarm will be triggered. To
deactivate the alarm,
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> unlock the vehicle using the remote
control, refer to page 36, or
> insert the remote control all the way into
the ignition lock, engaging the detent.<
Secure separately
The switch position will vary according to
the individual vehicle's equipment level.
1 Luggage compartment lid locked
2 Luggage compartment lid unlocked
Push the switch into position 1. This locks
the luggage compartment lid and discon-
nects it from the central locking system.
If you then lock the storage compartment in
the center armrest before handing over
only the remote control when leaving the
vehicle for valet parking, etc., this will
prevent unauthorized access to the vehicle
through the luggage compartment, refer to
page 34.
Manual operation
(in the event of an electrical malfunction)
Refer to section on Opening separately.
To open from the inside
You can use this button to open the
luggage compartment lid when the vehicle
is stationary (not possible, if the luggage
compartment lid has been locked sepa-
rately).
To close
A recess has been incorporated into the
inside trim on the luggage compartment lid
to make it easier to pull down.
Automatic Soft Close feature
To close the luggage compartment lid,
merely press it down gently. The closing
process will then be carried out automati-
cally.
To avoid personal injury, always
ensure that no individuals are within
the luggage compartment lid's travel range
when closing.
Operate the vehicle only when the luggage
compartment lid is completely closed.
Otherwise, exhaust fumes could penetrate
the interior of the vehicle. If special circum-
stances should make it absolutely neces-
sary to operate the vehicle with the luggage
compartment lid open:
> Close all windows. Shut the sliding/tilt
sunroof
> Increase the air supply of the automatic
climate control to a high level, refer to
page 101.<
Automatic luggage compartment lid
operation*
To open
The luggage compartment lid opens all the
way, when you
> press the button next to the steering
column
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> press the button on the outside of the
luggage compartment lid, refer to page 38
> press the button 3 on the remote
control unit, refer to page 36.
During opening the luggage compart-
ment lid pivots upward and to the
rear. Ensure that adequate clearance is
available before opening.<
To close
The luggage compartment lid closes auto-
matically when you
> press the button, refer to arrow, or
> press the button on the outside of the
lid, refer to page 38.
The luggage compartment lid imme-
diately stops opening or closing if you
hold it in place by hand.<
To avoid injuries, be sure that the
travel path of the luggage compart-
ment lid is clear when it is closed, as with
all closing procedures.
Operate the vehicle only when the luggage
compartment lid is completely closed.
Otherwise, exhaust fumes could penetrate
the interior of the vehicle. If special circum-
stances should make it absolutely neces-
sary to operate the vehicle with the luggage
compartment lid open:
> Close all windows. Shut the sliding/tilt
sunroof
> Increase the air supply of the automatic
climate control to a high level, refer to
page 101.<
Manual operation
(in the event of an electrical malfunction)
Use the key to unlock the luggage
compartment lid, refer to page 38, and then
slowly open or close it, taking care to avoid
abrupt motion in the process.
Emergency release
This lever releases the luggage compart-
ment lid from inside the luggage compart-
ment.
Luggage compartment
Net*
You can use the net to store smaller
objects on the bulkhead separating the
luggage compartment from the rear seats.
Alarm system
The concept
The vehicle alarm system responds:
> When a door, the hood, or the luggage
compartment lid is opened
> To movement in the vehicle's interior –
interior motion sensor
> Changing the vehicle's tilt if someone
attempts to steal the wheels or tow the
vehicle
> To interruption of battery voltage.
The system responds to unauthorized
vehicle entry and attempted theft by simul-
taneously activating:
> An acoustic alarm, which lasts for a
period of roughly 30 seconds
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> The hazard warning flashers for approx.
five minutes
> The high beams, which flash on and off
in the same rhythm.
To arm and disarm the alarm system
When you lock (or unlock) the vehicle,
either with the remote control unit or at the
door lock, the alarm system is armed (or
disarmed) at the same time.
The system indicates that is has been
correctly armed by switching on the hazard
warning flashers for a single cycle and by
emitting an acoustic signal.
You can have different acknowledg-
ment signals set to confirm arming
and disarming.<
Even with the alarm system armed, you can
open the luggage compartment lid using
the button 3 on the remote control
unit, refer to page 36. The alarm system will
start to monitor the luggage compartment
lid again as soon as it is reclosed.
Indicator lamp displays
> The indicator lamp below the interior
rearview mirror flashes continuously: the
system is armed
> The indicator lamp flashes when the
system is armed: door(s), the hood or
luggage compartment lid are not
completely closed. Even if you do not close
the alerted area, the system begins to
monitor the remaining areas, and the indi-
cator lamp flashes continuously after
10 seconds. However, the interior motion
sensor is not activated
> If the indicator lamp goes out when the
system is disarmed: no manipulation or
attempted intrusions have been detected in
the period since the system was armed
> If the indicator lamp flashes for roughly
5 minutes when you disarm the system, or
until the remote control unit is inserted in
the ignition lock: an attempted entry has
been detected in the period since the
system was armed.
Following triggering of an alarm, the indi-
cator lamp will flash continuously.
Avoiding unintentional alarms
The tilt alarm sensor and interior motion
sensor may be switched off at the same
time. You can do this to prevent a false
alarm from being triggered (in garages with
elevator ramps, for instance), or when the
vehicle is transported by trailer or train:
Lock the vehicle, i.e., arm the alarm system
twice in a row by pressing button 2 on the
remote control unit twice in succession,
refer to page 36, or lock the vehicle twice
using the key, refer to page 37.
The indicator lamp flashes briefly and then
flashes continuously. The tilt alarm sensor
and the interior motion sensor are switched
off long as the system is armed.
If you desire, the
> tilt alarm sensor, and
> interior motion sensor
can be switched off permanently. Please
contact your BMW center for assistance.<
Interior motion sensor
In order for the interior motion sensor to
function properly, the windows and sliding/
tilt sunroof must be completely closed.
Be sure to deactivate the interior motion
sensor, see section on Avoiding uninten-
tional alarms, when you wish to leave the
windows or sliding/tilt sunroof open.
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Electric power windows
Open and close windows
From "radio" mode on:
> Press the switch until you feel resis-
tance:
The window continues to move as long as
you continue to hold the switch
> Press the switch beyond the resistance
point:
The window moves downward automati-
cally. Press the switch again to stop the
opening movement.
You can close the windows in the same
manner by pulling the switch.
The power windows remain available for
use after the ignition is switched off:
> for approx. 15 minutes with the remote
control unit in the "radio" mode
> for approx. 1 minute in position 0 or with
the remote control unit disengaged.
To open, press the switch beyond the pres-
sure point.
When leaving the vehicle parked,
always remove the remote control
from the ignition lock and close the doors;
this precaution prevents children from
operating the power windows and injuring
themselves, etc.<
For information on using the convenience
operation mode at the door lock or with the
remote control unit, refer to page 37 or 36.
Safety feature
If the force rises beyond a predefined
threshold during closing, the system will
immediately stop moving the window prior
to lowering it slightly.
Despite this safety feature you should
always inspect the window'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
window would continue closing.
Pulling the switch beyond the pressure
point and holding it limits the response of
the safety feature. Under these conditions
the window will respond to forces beyond a
defined threshold by only opening several
millimeters.
If you again pull the switch past the pres-
sure point and hold it in position within a
period of roughly 4 seconds, the safety
feature will be deactivated.<
If you desire, you can have your BMW
center reprogram the safety feature
for deactivation the first time you pull and
hold the switch. Please contact your BMW
center for assistance.<
When you close the windows they will
slow down as they approach the end
of their travel; this is to allow the safety
feature 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 children, for example). The switch also
deactivates the rear-mounted switches
controlling the rear seats' power adjust-
ment, refer to page 47, and the rear
window sun blinds, refer to page 109. The
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indicator lamp lights up when this safety
feature is activated.
Press the safety switch whenever
children are riding in the rear of the
vehicle. Careless use of the power
windows can lead to injury.<
The remote control unit must be
locked in position in the ignition lock
before this safety feature can be deacti-
vated.<
After installing accessories
After installing any accessory – such as a
clamp-on antenna for a mobile phone –
within the window's travel range, you will
need to have the system reinitialized for
use under the new conditions. Please
contact your BMW center for assistance.
Sliding/tilt sunroof*
To prevent injuries, exercise care
when closing the sliding/tilt sunroof
and keep it in your field of vision until it is
shut.
When leaving the vehicle, always disen-
gage the remote control in the ignition lock
and close the doors to prevent children
from operating the sunroof and injuring
themselves, etc.<
Raising – Opening – Closing
From "radio" mode on, press the switch, or
slide in the desired direction up to the pres-
sure point.
After the ignition is switched off the sunroof
remains available for operation:
> for approx. 15 minutes with the remote
control unit in the "radio" position
> for approx. 1 minute in position 0 or with
the remote control unit disengaged.
The headliner insert slides back somewhat
when you raise the sunroof. When the
sunroof is opened the headliner retracts
with it.
Do not use force to close the head-
liner insert with the sunroof in its
raised position, as damage to the mecha-
nism could result.<
For information on using the convenience
operation mode at the door lock or with the
remote control, refer to page 37 or 36.
Automatic* opening and closing
Press the switch past the pressure point
and then release it.
In addition, the following response is also
automatic:
With the sunroof open, press the switch in
the "raise" direction: the sunroof rises to its
tilt-up end position.
Press the switch again in any direction to
stop the sunroof.
The automatic opening feature in the
"raise" direction can be deactivated.
Please contact your BMW center for assis-
tance.<
Safety feature
If the sliding/tilt sunroof encounters resis-
tance
> when it is closing from the raised posi-
tion
> when it is closing from a point roughly
past the middle of its travel,
the closing cycle is interrupted and the
sliding/tilt sunroof will open again slightly.
Despite this safety feature you should
always inspect the sunroof's travel
range prior to closing it, as the safety
feature might fail to detect certain kinds of
obstructions, such as very thin objects, and
the sunroof would continue closing.
Pressing the switch beyond the pressure
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point and holding it limits the response of
the safety feature. The sunroof only opens
a short distance.
If you again press the switch past the pres-
sure point and hold it in position within
about 1.5 seconds, the safety feature will
be deactivated.<
When you close the sliding/tilt-
sunroof it will slow down as it
approaches the end of its travel path; this is
to allow the safety feature to respond more
precisely to any obstructions encountered
in this critical range.<
Following interruptions in electrical
power supply
Following interruptions in electrical power
(for instance, when the battery is discon-
nected), it is possible that the sliding/tilt-
sunroof will extend to its tilt-up position,
but fail to respond to other commands.
Should this occur, please have the sunroof
reinitialized at your BMW center.
Malfunctions
In the event of an electrical malfunction,
you can operate the sliding/tilt sunroof
manually:
1. Remove the interior lamp and reach into
the opening to press out the cover
2. Insert the Allen wrench supplied with
the onboard tool kit, refer to page 181, in
the opening provided, note the position of
the arrow. Turn to slide the sliding/tilt
sunroof in the desired direction.
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Adjustments
Correct sitting position
The ideal sitting position can make a vital
contribution to relaxed, fatigue-free driving.
The correct sitting position also works
together with the safety belts and airbags
to provide occupants with maximum levels
of passive safety in an accident. To ensure
that the safety systems operate with
optimal efficiency, we strongly urge you to
observe the instructions contained in the
following section.
For additional information on transporting
children safely, refer to page 57.
Correct sitting position with 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 minimize 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.
To prevent possible leg injuries should the
knee airbag deploy in an accident, ensure
that the front passenger assumes a correct
sitting position. Do not use the cover of the
front airbag on the front passenger side as
a storage area for objects, or as a rest for
feet or legs.<
For airbag locations and additional infor-
mation on airbags, refer to page 55.
Correct sitting position with safety
belts
For the safety of all vehicle occupants,
please comply with the following instruc-
tions for wearing safety belts.
Never allow more than one person to
wear a single safety belt. Never allow
infants or small children to ride in a
passenger's lap. Avoid twisting the belt
while routing it firmly across the hips and
shoulder. Wear it as snugly against your
body as possible. Do not allow the belt to
rest against hard or fragile objects.
Do not route the belt across your neck, or
run it across sharp edges. Be sure that the
belt does not become caught or jammed.
Avoid wearing loose or bulky clothing that
would prevent the belt from resting
securely against your body; pull on the
shoulder strap periodically to keep it
tensioned. In the event of a frontal impact,
a loose lap belt could slide over your hips,
leading to abdominal injury. In addition, the
safety belt's restraint effectiveness is
reduced if the belt is worn loosely.
Expectant mothers should always wear
their safety belts, taking care to position
the lap belt against the lower hips, where it
will not exert pressure against the abdom-
inal area.<
For putting on safety belts, refer to
page 50.
Seats
For your personal safety when adjusting
the seat position, please follow the instruc-
tions below carefully.
Never attempt to adjust your seat
while operating the vehicle. The seat
could respond with unexpected move-
ment, and the ensuing loss of vehicle
control could lead to an accident.
Never recline the backrest to an extremely
horizontal position while the vehicle is
underway – this precaution is especially
important for front passengers and the
occupants of electric power rear seats to
remember. Failure to observe these
precautions can prevent the belts from
providing effective protection against
injury, as passengers could slide under the
belts in an accident.<
Please observe the information on using
safety belts provided on page 50 and the
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notice on the active head restraints on
page 48.
The concept
You adjust the seat in two stages:
1 Preselect the function: the button lights
up brightly
2 Adjustments: slide control knob to
> front or rear or
> up or down
> or rotate
Electric power seat adjustment
You can use the control knob to adjust
various functions after first selecting them
with the buttons.
To ensure that the safety systems
continue to provide optimal protec-
tion, please observe the adjustment
instructions on page 45.<
1 Forward/backward:
Height:
Backrest:
This button is always ready for operation
2 Thigh support:
Height:
Tilt angle – driver's seat only:
3 Lumbar support
*: see below
Comfort seat* front adjustment
In addition to the electric power seat func-
tions, several other adjustment options are
also available with the comfort seat:
2 Thigh support:
Tilt angle – also on front passenger's
side:
3 Lumbar support, see below
Backrest width:
Increase or decrease lateral support
4 Shoulder support, see below
Head restraint height
Backrest:
Lumbar support adjustment
1 Lumbar support
You can also adjust the contours of the
backrest to obtain additional support in the
lumbar region.
The upper hips and spinal column receive
supplementary support to help you main-
tain a relaxed, upright sitting position.
Increase or decrease curvature
Increase curvature at top or bottom.
Shoulder support adjustment
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1 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.
Make corrections in the forward/
backward adjustment of the seat to
ensure that the safety belt still fits firmly
against your body. If you do not do this, the
protection provided by the safety belt may
be reduced.<
Rear comfort seat* adjustment
You can use the control knob to adjust
various functions after first selecting them
with the buttons.
1 Forward/backward:
Tilt angle:
Backrest:
This button is always ready for operation
2 Lumbar support, refer to page 46
3 Shoulder support:
Head restraint height:
Backrest:
It is not possible to adjust the comfort
seats if the safety switch for the
power windows has been depressed, refer
to page 42.<
Adjusting passenger seat from the
rear
The front passenger's seat can be adjusted
from the rear seating 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
settings after selecting the desired function
with the buttons.
1 Forward/backward:
Height:
Backrest:
2 Head restraint height:
Press the button (see arrow) again 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 completes the adjustment.
It will be necessary to return the rear
seats to their standard position before
using a child-restraint system (for
instance), refer to page 57.<
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Head restraints
Adjustment information
Head restraints can reduce the risk of
spinal injury in the event of an acci-
dent.
Adjust the head restraints so that they are
centered roughly at the level of your ears.<
Electric power seat, comfort seat
Height adjustment
The head restraint automatically adjusts to
the standard height for the seat's current
forward/backward adjustment.
You can then adjust the height of the
head restraint by hand or using the
electric switch as required.<
To adjust head restraint tilt angle: adjust by
tilting the head restraint.
To adjust side extensions
You can fold the side extensions on the
head restraint forward for increased lateral
support.
Front head restraints, active*
When necessary, the system will respond
to a rear impact by automatically triggering
the active head restraints.
To ensure that the active head
restraints afford maximum protection,
and to avoid unnecessary risks to personal
safety, we request that you read and
comply with the following.
> Adjust the head restraints so that they
are centered at roughly ear height
> Do not install seat or head-restraint
covers
> Never use the head restraints as
supports for suspending objects of any
kind, such as clothes hangers. Refrain from
mounting accessories on either the seat or
the head restraint.<
Rear seats
Manual adjustment
> To raise: pull
> To lower: press the button, arrow 1, and
push down the head restraint.
To remove head restraints, refer to
page 49.
Adjusting the center head restraint
If the head restraint has been
lowered, pull it back up, continuing
until the detent engages, before allowing a
passenger to ride in the rear center posi-
tion. Failure to observe this precaution can
reduce the level of occupant protection.<
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Electrical adjustment*
The head restraints at the outside
seating positions extend automati-
cally whenever the system detects a
passenger on the seat.<
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.<
Manual head restraint removal and
installation
Removal
1. Pull the head restraint upward to the
stop
2. Press the button, arrow 1, and remove
the head restraint.
Installation
1. Press the button, arrow 1, and slide the
head restraint into its support
2. Adjust the head restraint for your
personal comfort.
Comfort seat in rear*
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.
The head restraints at the outside
seating positions extend automati-
cally whenever the system detects a
passenger on the seat. You can then adjust
the head restraint's height manually, if
necessary.<
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.<
To adjust side extensions
You can fold the side extensions on the
head restraint forward to increase lateral
support.
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Safety belts
Despite the presence of airbags, you
should always remember to fasten your
safety belt before starting off; airbags are
intended to enhance the protection
provided by the safety belts, and not to
replace them.
To fasten
Make sure you hear the latch plate engage
in the belt buckle.
Warning lamp: Please fasten safety
belts. Accompanied by a signal
and/or a message in the Check
Control display. Remains on until the safety
belts are fastened.
To release
Press the red button in the buckle. Hold the
belt and guide it back into its reel.
The shoulder strap's anchorage point will
be in the correct position for seat occu-
pants of every build if the seat is correctly
adjusted, refer to page 45.
The two rear safety belt buckles integrated
in 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.
Please remember to observe the instruc-
tions for seat adjustment found on
page 45.
If the safety belts are damaged or
stretched in an accident: have the
entire belt system, including the tensioning
mechanisms and any installed child-
restraint systems, replaced at your BMW
center. Have the belt anchorage points
inspected for damage at the same time.
Failure to observe this precaution may
prevent the safety belts from effectively
providing optimal protection when
needed.<
Rear seats
When the rear center position is not
occupied, the latch on the safety belt
can be inserted in the slot between the
seat's upholstery and the backrest.<
Heated seats*
Front
The system regulates the temperatures of
the seat cushion and backrest.
The temperature setting progresses one
step through its control sequence each
time you press the button.
To switch off :
Maintain pressure on the button for several
seconds.
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Rear
The operating concept is the same as for
the front seat heaters.
Front temperature distribution
It is possible to select a temperature-distri-
bution pattern providing different levels of
heating for the seat cushion and the back-
rest, for instance, to adapt for different
clothing on the legs and upper body.
1. Select "Climate" menu
2. Select and confirm your selection
3. Select "Seat temp." and confirm
4. Select "Left" or "Right" and confirm
5. Turn to adjust temperature distribution
6. Press to confirm your entry.
The system automatically selects
your individual temperature distribu-
tion settings each time you unlock the
vehicle using your personal remote-control
unit.<
Active seat ventilation*
Front
The system progresses one step through
the control sequence each time you press
the button.
To switch off:
Maintain pressure on the button for several
seconds.
Use level 3 to cool the passenger
compartment rapidly, for instance,
when heat accumulates in the vehicle while
it is parked. The system automatically
reverts to operation at level 2 after a brief
period.<
Rear
The operating concept is the same as that
for the front seat ventilation.
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Active seat*
"Active" adjustment of the seat cushion's
contours reduces muscular tension and
fatigue to help prevent lower back pain.
To activate: press the button, the indicator
lamp comes on.
Mirror
Adjusting exterior mirrors
1 4-way adjustment
2 To select mirror for adjustment
To prevent the exterior mirrors on this
vehicle from being damaged, always
fold them in by hand before entering an
automatic car wash.<
You can also adjust the mirrors manually by
pressing against the outer edges of their
lenses.
Storing the mirror positions, refer to seat,
mirror and steering wheel memory on
page 54.
The mirror on the passenger's side
features a lens with a more convex
surface than the mirror installed on the
driver's side. When estimating the distance
between yourself and other traffic, bear in
mind that the objects reflected in the mirror
are closer than they appear. This means
that estimations of the distance to following
traffic should not be regarded as precise.<
Self-defrosting mirrors
The mirrors are automatically heated
whenever the ignition is switched on.
Interior and exterior mirrors,
automatic dimming feature*
These mirrors automatically respond to
ambient light and headlamp glare from
following vehicles by automatically
dimming through an infinitely-variable
range. There are two photocells located in
the interior rearview mirror for this purpose.
One is integrated within the mirror's lens
(arrow), while the other is located at an
offset position on the rear of the mirror
housing.
The mirrors automatically revert to their
clear, undimmed mode whenever you
place the selector lever into reverse.
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 on the windshield in front of the
mirror, either.<
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Lighted vanity mirror
In rear
1. Press button 1. The vanity mirror folds
down
2. Pull the mirror down slightly before
proceeding to turn it or tilt it into the
desired position
3. Press the vanity mirror back up before
folding it back in.
The mirror is illuminated from the radio
mode on.
Steering wheel adjustment
The steering wheel can be adjusted in any
of four directions by pressing the appro-
priate end of the button.
Do not adjust the steering wheel while
the vehicle is moving. There is a risk
of accident from unexpected movement.<
Storing steering wheel positions, refer to
Seat, mirror and steering wheel memory on
page 54.
Automatic steering wheel
adjustment
The steering wheel automatically moves as
high up and far forward as possible to ease
driver entry and exit before then returning
to the standard position or stored memory
setting.
This automatic feature is governed by the
door and the ignition switch.
Heated steering wheel*
The steering wheel's heater operates when
the ignition is on.
Press the button to activate or deactivate
this system.
The indicator lamp within the button lights
up when the steering wheel heater is in
operation.
Programming button function
You can assign specific individual
functions to the programmable
button. This feature then provides
you with quick access to this function,
allowing you to control it without undue
distraction from road and traffic conditions.
1. Select "Settings" menu
2. Confirm your selection
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3. Select "MFL." Continue to press the
controller until the desired function
appears:
> "Recirc. air"
In this mode the supply of outside air
remains blocked, refer to AUC Automatic
recirculated-air control on page 101
> "Navi info"
To repeat the most recent message from
the navigation system, refer to page 133
> "AUTO P"
To activate/deactivate Automatic Hold
refer to Automatic Hold on page 63.
You can select the displayed function using
button 1 in the steering wheel.
If you have activated the Automatic
hold feature, refer to page 63, you
can use button 1 to deactivate the system
for parking maneuvers, etc.<
Seat, mirror and steering
wheel memory
You can store two and select two different
adjustment settings for the driver's seat,
exterior mirrors and steering wheel.
The adjustment of the lumbar support is not
stored in the memory.
To store
1. Radio mode, or switch on ignition
2. Settings for the preferred seat, exterior
mirror and steering wheel positions
3. Press
MEMORY button:
The indicator lamp within the button comes
on
4. Press the desired memory button, 1
or 2:
The indicator lamp goes out.
To select a stored setting
Convenience mode
1. Driver's door opened after unlocking, or
power supply in position 1
2. Briefly press the desired memory
button, 1 or 2.
The system immediately cancels the
adjustment procedure when you press one
of the seat adjustment buttons or use one
of the memory buttons.
Safety feature
1. Driver's door closed and power supply
either in position 0 or 2
2. Press memory button 1 or 2 and main-
tain pressure until the adjustment process
has been completed.
If you press the
MEMORY button acciden-
tally:
Press the button again; the indicator lamp
goes out.
Do not call up a position from the
memory while the vehicle is moving.
There is a risk of accident from unexpected
movement of the seat or steering wheel.<
You can have your vehicle
programmed to automatically dial in
your own individual adjustment settings for
the seat, mirrors and steering wheel when-
ever you use your personal remote control
unit to unlock the vehicle.<
When using the Key Memory feature
always make sure that the footwell
behind the driver's seat is empty and unob-
structed. If you fail to do so, any persons or
objects behind the seat could be injured or
damaged by a rearward movement of the
seat.<
Passenger-side exterior mirror tilt
function
Automatic curb monitor
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1. Select the driver's door mirror with the
switch
2. When you tap the selector lever to select
reverse, the door mirror on the passenger
side tilts downward. This allows the driver
to see the area immediately adjacent to the
vehicle – such as a curb – when parking,
etc.
You can deactivate this automatic feature:
Slide the mirror selection switch to the
"passenger's side" position.
Airbags
1 Front airbags for driver and front
passenger
2 Head airbags in front and rear
*
3 Side airbags in front and rear
*
4 Knee airbags for driver and front
passenger
Airbags are located under the upholstery
covers on the steering wheel, in the instru-
ment panel, in the door trim panels in front
and rear
*, on the roof pillars and the sides
of the headliner.
Protective effect
The front airbags protect the front passen-
gers by responding to frontal impacts in
which safety belts alone cannot provide
adequate restraint. When needed, the head
and side airbags help provide protection in
the event of side impact. The side airbags
help restrain the side of the occupant's
upper torso, and the head airbags help
support the head while also helping
provide protection against any objects
penetrating into the passenger compart-
ment. The knee airbags help protect the
legs against impact against the cockpit.
The side airbags in the rear
passenger area of your vehicle may
already have been deactivated either at the
time of manufacture or by a BMW center.
You may have them activated if you desire
to do so. Please contact your BMW center
for additional information.<
For information on the proper sitting posi-
tion, refer to page 45.
The airbags do not deploy in
response to minor collisions or rear
impacts, nor do they respond to certain
kinds of vehicle rollover.<
Even when all safety guidelines are
observed, there is a small residual risk that
passengers will sustain facial, hand or arm
injuries in isolated instances. The ignition
and inflation noise may provoke a mild
temporary hearing loss in extremely sensi-
tive individuals.
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Important safety notes
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
restraint system from the vehicle. If you
note any indication of system malfunction,
if you desire to have an airbag deactivated,
or if the airbags are triggered in response
to an accident, you should always entrust
all inspection, repair and dismantling oper-
ations to your BMW center.
Never modify or tamper with either the
wiring or the individual components in the
airbag system. This category includes the
upholstery in the center of the steering
wheel, on the instrument panel, the side
trim panels on the front and rear doors, and
the roof pillars along with the sides of the
headliner. Do not attempt to remove or
dismantle the steering wheel.
To ensure compliance with official safety
regulations, entrust disposal of airbag
generators to a BMW center.
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. Do
not touch the individual components
directly after the system has been trig-
gered, because there is a danger of
burns.<
At all times, occupants should sit
upright and be properly restrained –
infants and small children in appropriate
child-restraint systems; larger children and
adults using the safety belts. Never let an
occupant's head rest near or on a side
airbag because the inflating airbag could
cause a serious or fatal injury. Please note
that the word "Airbag" imprinted on the
door trim panel indicates the airbag's loca-
tion.
Never install a rear-facing child-restraint
device on the front passenger seat. If you
do so, the child could be injured when the
airbag is triggered.
Children should always ride in the rear and
the restraint systems should be secured
with the vehicle's belts.
Accident research shows that the safest
place for children in an automobile is in the
rear seat. However, a child sitting in the
rear seat and not properly restrained may
place his or her head on or near the airbag,
if so equipped.
For example, a child — even though belted
— may fall asleep with his or her head
against the side airbag. It may be difficult
for a driver to ensure that children in the
rear seat will remain properly positioned at
all times and do not place their heads on or
near the side airbag. Therefore, we recom-
mend that the rear side airbags, if provided,
be deactivated if you plan to transport chil-
dren in the rear seat.
The rear seat side airbags may already
have been deactivated, either at the time of
manufacture or by a BMW center. Labels in
the rear door opening should indicate the
status of your rear-seat side airbags. If you
are uncertain of their status, or wish to have
the airbags activated or deactivated,
please contact your BMW center.<
Even when all these guidelines are
observed, there is still a small residual risk
of injuries to the face, hands and arms
occurring from airbag deployment in
isolated instances. The ignition and infla-
tion noise may provoke a mild temporary
hearing loss in extremely sensitive individ-
uals.
Airbag warning information is also provided
on the sun blinds.
Indicator lamp
The indicator lamp shows the
airbag and belt-tensioner system's
operational status as soon as you
insert the remote control unit in the ignition
(radio mode).
System operational:
> The indicator lamp comes on briefly.
System malfunction:
> The indicator lamp fails to come on or
> it remains on continuously.
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A system malfunction could prevent the
system from responding to an impact
occurring within its normal response range.
Please respond to any signs of malfunction
by having the airbag system inspected
immediately at a BMW center.
Transporting children safely
Commercially-available child-restraint
systems are designed to be secured with a
lap belt or with the lap belt portion of a
combination lap/shoulder belt. Improperly
or inadequately installed restraint systems
can increase the risk of injury to children.
Always read and follow the instructions that
come with the system.
Child-restraint system with tether
strap
If you use a child-restraint system with a
tether strap, three additional tether
anchorage points have been provided –
refer to the arrows in the illustration.
Depending on the location selected for
seating in the rear passenger area, attach
the tether strap to the corresponding
anchorage point to secure the child-
restraint system, as shown in the illustra-
tion below.
Each seating position is fitted with a head
restraint.
Outer seating positions:
Lift the head restraint and pass the tether
strap between the headrest and the seat
back. It is recommended to readjust the
head restraint into the lowest possible
position.
Center seating position:
The headrest must be adjusted into the
lowest possible position. Pass the tether
strap over the headrest.
Adjust the tether strap according to the
child-restraint manufacturer's instructions.
Before installing any child-restraint
device or child seat, please read the
following:
Never install a rearward-facing child-
restraint system in the front passenger seat
of this vehicle.
Your vehicle is equipped with an airbag
supplemental restraint system for the front
passenger. Because the backrest on any
rearward-facing child-restraint system – of
the kind designed for infants under 1 year
and 20 Ibs./9 kg – would be within the
airbag's deployment range, you should
never mount such a device in the front
passenger seat, since the impact of the
airbag against the child-restraint's backrest
could lead to serious or fatal injuries.
If it is necessary for a child – not an infant –
to ride in the front seat, certain precautions
should be taken. First, move the passenger
seat as far away from the instrument panel
as possible. This important precaution is
intended to maximize the distance
between the airbag and the child. Older
children should be tightly secured with a
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safety belt after they have outgrown a
booster seat that is appropriate for their
age, height, and weight. Younger children
should be secured in an appropriate
forward-facing child-restraint system that
has first been properly secured with a
safety belt. Never install a rearward-facing
child-restraint system in the front
passenger seat.
We strongly urge you to carefully read and
comply with the instructions for installation
and use provided by the child-restraint's
manufacturer whenever you use such a
device.
Be sure that all occupants – of all ages –
remain properly and securely restrained at
all times. If your vehicle is equipped with
electric power seats at the rear, these will
need to be returned to their standard
adjustment setting position before a child-
restraint system is used, refer to page 47.
Always press the safety switch for the
power windows before transporting chil-
dren in the rear seats, refer to page 42. This
switch also disables the power rear seat
adjustment. Incorrect or unsupervised
adjustment of the electric power seats
could lead to injuries or damage to the
child-restraint system(s) installed in the
rear.<
All rear seating positions in your vehicle
meet the recommendations of SAE J1819,
an industry recommended practice for
securing child-restraint systems in motor
vehicles.
Child seat security
All of the rear belt retractors and the front
passenger's safety belt can be locked for
mounting and securing child-restraint
systems.
Information regarding this is located near
the buckle latch of each safety belt.
To lock the belt
Pull the entire length of the belt from the
belt retractor. Allow the reel to retract the
belt somewhat and engage the buckle,
then tighten the belt against the child-
restraint system. The retraction mechanism
is now locked.
To release the belt
Release the buckle, remove the child-
restraint device and allow the belt retractor
to reel the belt completely in.
LATCH child-restraint
system
If the vehicle is equipped with electric
power seats, these must be returned
to their standard adjustment setting before
the LATCH child-restraint system can be
used, refer to page 47.<
LATCH: Lower Anchors and Tethers for
Children.
Access to anchorage points
The illustration shows the left rear seat as
an example.
The anchorage points for the LATCH child-
restraint system are identified by the flags.
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You can obtain an installation guide
for mounting LATCH child-restraint
systems at your BMW center. The guide,
although not necessary for installation of a
LATCH child-restraint system, will facilitate
the installation and also help protect the
vehicle's seating surfaces. Always observe
all instructions for installation and use
provided by the child-restraint's manufac-
turer.<
Engage the buckle on the center belt and
then pull the belt away from the child-
restraint's anchorage point.
Firmly press the installation guide into the
gap between the upholstery on seat and
backrest, continuing until the two funnel-
shaped guides snap into place in the
LATCH support braces in the seat.
Pull the installation guides to remove.
Child-safety locks
Slide down the safety levers on the rear
doors:
The door can now be opened from the
outside only.
Car Memory, Key Memory
How the system functions
Doubtless you have often reflected on how
great it would be if you could configure
your vehicle's various adjustment settings
to meet your own personal requirements. In
developing your vehicle, BMW has incor-
porated a number of options for personal
adjustment which you can set in the
Control Center. You can also have these
programmed at your BMW center.
The available configuration settings fall into
two categories, according to whether their
primary orientation is the vehicle – (Car
Memory) – or the individual – (Key Memory).
You can have up to four different basic
settings adjusted for four different persons.
The only requirement is that each person
uses his or her own remote control.
When your vehicle is unlocked with the
remote control, the vehicle recognizes the
individual user by means of a data
exchange with the key, and makes adjust-
ments accordingly.
Color-coded decals are provided to help
you distinguish the individual remote
control units with their different settings.
What the system can do
Please contact your BMW center for more
information on the range of options avail-
able with Car Memory and Key Memory.
You will see this symbol throughout
the Owner's Manual. It is to remind
you at appropriate places of the settings
that are available to you.<
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Examples of Car Memory functions
> Various confirmation signals when the
vehicle's locks are engaged/released
> Activate/deactivate "Follow me home"
lamps function
> Activate/deactivate daytime driving
lamps, e.g., on Canadian models
Examples of Key Memory functions
> Automatic adjustment of electric power
driver's seat
> Engagement of vehicle locks when the
vehicle is set in motion
> When unlocking, the system disengages
the driver's door lock first before
proceeding to disengage the remaining
vehicle locks.
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Driving
Ignition lock
Insert the remote control unit all the way
into the ignition lock. This also activates the
radio mode.
When the remote control unit is in the
ignition lock you can start the engine
without first switching on the ignition.<
Switching ignition on and off
Do not depress the brake pedal until
you are ready to start the engine. If
you press the start/stop button while the
brake pedal is depressed the engine will
start immediately.<
Continue to press the start/stop button to
switch the radio mode on and off or switch
the ignition on and off.
1 Radio mode
In this mode several systems, such as the
Control Center, parked-car ventilation,
etc., are available for use. The time and
outside temperature appear in the Info
Display panel.
The radio mode is automatically
deactivated:
> after approx. 30 minutes, when a door is
closed and the system does not register
the presence of any individuals in the
vehicle
> immediately, when the vehicle is locked
from the outside.<
2 Ignition on:
All vehicle systems are ready for operation.
0 Ignition off:
The indicator lamps in the Info Display go
out. Only the automatic transmission's
range display remains visible for a brief
period.
To remove the remote control unit
from the ignition lock
Press the remote control unit in briefly; it is
ejected and now protrudes slightly from the
lock. This procedure will also switch off the
ignition if it is on.
Switch off the engine before removing
the remote control unit from the igni-
tion lock.
The transmission automatically shifts to
position P – Interlock.<
If the remote control is still in the ignition
lock when the driver's door is opened, a
gong will sound and a message will appear
in the Info Display panel.
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Starting the engine
Do not allow the engine to run in
enclosed spaces. The exhaust gases
contain carbon monoxide, an odorless and
colorless, but highly toxic gas. Breathing
the exhaust gases poses an extreme health
risk, and can lead to unconsciousness and
death.
Never leave the vehicle parked with the
engine running, as it would then pose a
potential safety hazard.<
1. Insert the remote control unit all the way
into the ignition lock
2. Depress the brake pedal
3. Maintain pressure on the brake pedal
and briefly press the start/stop button.
You can release the brake pedal as soon as
the engine starts.
Your BMW is equipped with the
convenience starting feature. After
depressing the brake pedal, all you need to
do is briefly press the start/stop button.
The system responds by automatically
engaging the starter and allowing it to run
until the engine starts, after which it then
disengages automatically.
The automatic starting mode will not
operate or will be canceled if the battery
voltage is low. It is then possible to start the
engine using electrical power from an
outside source, refer to page 187.
The engine starts immediately in response
to pressure on the button at speeds of
roughly 3 mph (5 km/h) and above. It is not
necessary to depress the brake pedal.<
Do not allow the engine to warm up by
leaving it running while the vehicle remains
stationary. Instead, begin to drive immedi-
ately at a moderate engine speed.
Under the following conditions you should
press the accelerator pedal halfway down
when starting:
> If the engine fails to start on the first
attempt, for instance, if it is very hot or cold
> During cold starts at high altitudes, of
roughly 3,300 ft (1000 m) and above, and in
extreme cold, at temperatures of approxi-
mately +5 7 (–15 6) and below.
Refrain from starting the vehicle
repeatedly at brief intervals, and
avoid an excessive number of starting
attempts if the vehicle fails to start;
repeated activation of the starter over an
extended period would allow unburned or
only partially combusted fuel to enter the
catalytic converter, where it can cause
overheating and damage to the unit.<
Switching off engine
With the vehicle stationary, briefly press the
start/stop button. This also activates the
radio mode.
Should exceptional circumstances
render it necessary for you to switch
off the engine while the vehicle is moving,
maintain pressure on the start/stop button
for approx. 1 second.
If you maintain pressure on the start/stop
button for longer than two seconds while
switching off the ignition, the remote
control unit will be ejected.<
Always remove the remote control
unit from the ignition lock before
leaving the vehicle.<
Parking brake
The concept
Your BMW is equipped with an electro-
mechanical parking brake.
The parking brake is primarily intended to
prevent the vehicle from rolling while
parked.
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You have two separate options for
engaging the parking brake:
> Manually, by briefly pressing the button
> Automatically, through activation of the
Automatic Hold mode, refer to next
column.
An electrohydraulic mechanism then
engages the parking brakes 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
system's hydraulic circuits, which act on
the disc brakes at the front and rear
wheels.
Brake pedal feel
Because this function is activated using the
brake system's hydraulic circuits, the
response of the brake pedal may change
slightly. Engagement may also be accom-
panied by activation noise – this is normal.
Manual engagement
Press the button briefly, the
word "PARK" appears briefly in
the Info Display.
The indicator lamp
appears in red in the Info
Display when the parking brake is
engaged, refer to page 14.
The indicator lamp goes out
soon after you switch off the igni-
tion.<
Manual release
With the ignition on, briefly
press the button: the indicator
lamp in the Info Display goes
out.
Provided that the detent holding the
remote control unit in the ignition lock
is engaged, you can also release the
parking brake after the engine has been
switched off. This function is intended for
use in automatic car washes, etc.<
When leaving the vehicle, always
release the remote control unit from
the detent in the ignition lock; this precau-
tion prevents children from disengaging the
parking brake, etc.
The parking brake can still be engaged at
any time when the remote control unit is
released from the detent. 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 appears in red in the
Info Display. A gong sounds at the same
time.
The brake lamps come on.
The vehicle continues to brake automati-
cally for as long as you maintain pressure
on the button.<
When you brake the vehicle to a
virtual stop, i.e., down to a speed of
approx. 1.9 mph (3 km/h) or below, the
parking brake remains engaged.
The indicator lamp in the Info Display
appears in red. Press the button briefly to
disengage the parking brake manually.<
Automatic Hold
You can activate this feature after starting
the engine; it then remains operational until
the next time the engine is switched off.
This feature provides supplementary
support during vehicle operation by auto-
matically engaging and releasing the
parking brake during stops at traffic lights,
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in stop-and-go traffic, etc. As the vehicle
then no longer tends to "creep" when a
driving position is engaged, it is no longer
necessary to hold the vehicle by
depressing the brake pedal.
It prevents the vehicle from rolling back-
ward during uphill starts.
The parking brake also engages automati-
cally when you switch off the engine after
stopping the vehicle.
You can activate and deactivate the Auto-
matic Hold feature by selecting the
"Settings" menu in the Control Center. A
description of the Control Center is
provided on page 19.
Automatic Hold activation/
deactivation
1. Select the "Settings" menu
2. Confirm your selection
3. Select "Auto P." Press the controller to
activate/deactivate the desired function.
> Automatic Hold is activated.
The green "Auto P" status message in the
Info Display shows you that the system is
ready for operation.
> Automatic Hold is deactivated.
The green "Auto P" message disappears
from the Info Display panel.
You can program the programmable
function button on the steering wheel
to control the Automatic Hold function,
refer to page 53.
This will allow you to activate and deacti-
vate the Automatic Hold function quickly
and without distraction from traffic and
road conditions.<
You can also deactivate Auto-
matic Hold by pressing the
button while the vehicle is
stationary. The vehicle remains
stationary, the indicator lamp
changes from green to red. Press the
button again to release the parking brake.
Driving with Automatic Hold
The parking brake engages automatically
when the vehicle comes to a stop. The indi-
cator lamp in the Info Display
appears in green.
To start off again, simply depress the
accelerator pedal. The parking brake
disengages automatically, and the indi-
cator lamp goes out.
Do not drive through an automatic car
wash with the Automatic Hold on and
the engine running. The system would
engage the parking brake while the vehicle
is stationary.<
Parking with Automatic Hold
The parking brake engages automatically
when you stop the vehicle and switch off
the engine. The indicator lamp
changes from green to red.
Provided that the remote control unit
is engaged in the ignition lock, you
can also release the parking brake manu-
ally after switching off the engine, refer to
page 63. This option is useful in automatic
car washes, etc.
Automatic Hold is deactivated.<
When leaving the vehicle, always
release the remote control unit from
the detent in the ignition lock; this precau-
tion prevents children from disengaging the
parking brake, etc.<
For your safety
Automatic Hold is automatically deacti-
vated when
> the engine is switched off
> the system determines that the driver's
seat is not occupied while the engine is
running
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> the hood is opened while the engine is
running
> the luggage compartment is opened
with the transmission in reverse while the
engine is running, and
> when the parking brake is used to bring
the vehicle to a stop.
The indicator lamp shifts from green
to red, and the "Auto P" message disap-
pears from the Info Display.
Before starting off again, briefly press the
button to disengage the parking brake
manually, refer to page 63, or reactivate
Automatic Hold, refer to page 64.
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.
Never leave an unattended vehicle with the
engine running, as such a vehicle repre-
sents a potential safety hazard.<
Automatic Hold is automatically
deactivated whenever the system
detects any tendency for the wheels to spin
in response to slippery road surfaces. Note
the status displays in the Check Control
panel. You can find more detailed informa-
tion on Check Control on page 80.<
Malfunctions
In the event of malfunction, the indicator
lamp in the Info Display will light up
yellow, and a status report will appear in
the Check Control panel. Please remember
to observe the supplementary information
provided in the Control Display.
To disengage the parking brake
manually
You can respond to any interruptions in the
supply of electrical power, for instance, if
the battery is discharged or disconnected,
by releasing the parking brake manually.
Before proceeding to release the
parking brake manually, and each
time you park the vehicle without engaging
the parking brake, always ensure that the
automatic transmission's selector lever is
in position P, refer to page 66. Note the
range indicated in the Info Display.
If it is not possible to avoid parking on an
extremely steep slope, use some supple-
mentary means, such as a wheel chock, to
make certain that the vehicle will not roll,
refer to page 184. Otherwise the danger
exists that the vehicle could roll when
parked on a very steep hill.<
Should it be necessary to release the auto-
matic transmission's lockout manually, for
instance, if the battery is discharged,
always adhere to the following sequence:
1. If necessary, start by manually releasing
the parking brake
2. Then release the automatic transmis-
sion's lockout manually, refer to page 70.
Towing and jump-starting, refer to
pages 187 and 188.
What you will need
1 Screwdriver handle
2 Emergency-release tool
3 10 mm open-end wrench
You will find the required tools in the tool kit
mounted on the inside of the luggage
compartment lid, refer to page 181.
Insert the emergency-release tool in the
screwdriver handle as shown in the illustra-
tion.
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To release
1. Remove the floor mat and the cover on
the spare tire
2. Guide the emergency-release tool with
the screwdriver handle into the opening,
arrow 1
3. Apply the open-end wrench to the
hexagon on the emergency-release tool.
Press against the resistance from the
spring to guide the emergency-release tool
all the way in, then hold it in place. Turn the
emergency-release tool in the direction
indicated by the arrow 2, continuing until
you hear the mechanism snap into place
and feel resistance; maintain pressure on
the tool after the mechanism engages
4. Use the open-end wrench to turn the
emergency-release tool against the drive
unit's mechanical resistance, continuing to
rotate it in arrow direction 2 until you feel a
substantial increase in turning effort.
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 any defects repaired at the
nearest BMW center. The technicians
can also return the parking brake to normal
operational status after it has been
released manually in response to malfunc-
tion.<
Following manual release, the actual
status of the parking brake may vary
from that displayed by the indicator lamp.<
Operation after interruptions in
power supply
The parking brake may only be used
again, if it is released manually after
an interruption in power supply, i.e. as a
result of a discharged or disconnected
battery. If this is not done, the parking
brake may fail to operate correctly. Even
with the parking brake engaged, there
would be a danger of the vehicle rolling on
steep hills.<
Once the electrical power supply has been
restored you can again use the parking
brake:
With the ignition on and the
vehicle stationary, tap the
button three times at intervals
of approx. 5 seconds. This
initializes the system as follows:
> Initializing the disengaged setting
> Engage – the system registers the new
status and the brake setting is initialized.
The indicator lamp in the Info Display
appears in red
> Release – the parking brake is ready for
operation. The indicator lamp in the
Info Display goes out.
Automatic transmission
with L mode
While you can drive as with a conventional
automatic transmission, you also have the
option of retaining your current gear selec-
tion with the L/D button on the steering
wheel, refer to page 68.
Transmission ranges
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P R N D
Program display
L1 – L6
Buttons on steering wheel
L/D –
Selecting transmission range
The selector lever is at the center
position. To select transmission
ranges D, R or N, always start by pulling
toward the steering wheel, arrow 1, then
press up or down. Note the range indicated
in the Info Display.<
> Range D or R:
Press the selector lever up or down,
continuing to apply pressure to move it
past the detent
> Neutral N:
Press the selector lever as far as, but not
beyond, the detent (resistance)
> Park P:
Press button P, arrow 2.
The selector lever immediately returns to
the center position when released.
Depress the brake pedal before
shifting out of P or N; the shift
command will not be executed unless the
brake is applied – Shiftlock.
To prevent the vehicle from creeping after
you select a range, maintain pressure on
the brake pedal until you are ready to start.
You can activate the Automatic Hold
feature to suppress the vehicle's tendency
to creep when a driving position is engaged
at idle, refer to page 63.<
Shift commands are transmitted electroni-
cally. To help avoid malfunctions, each
command undergoes a plausibility check
prior to execution.
Remember to observe the Check Control
for status messages.
You can find additional information on the
Check Control on page 80.
To prevent the vehicle from rolling,
always select position P and engage
the parking brake before leaving the
vehicle with the engine running. Note the
information provided in the Info Display.
Never leave an unattended vehicle with the
engine running, as such a vehicle repre-
sents a potential safety hazard.<
P — Park
Press the button. Select only when the
vehicle is stationary. The transmission
lockout prevents the rear wheels from
turning. The lockout disengages when you
press the selector lever toward D, N or R
while the engine is running.
P is automatically engaged when you
remove the remote control unit from
the ignition lock after parking the vehicle.<
R — Reverse
Press the selector lever upward,
continuing to apply pressure to move it
past the detent. Select R only when the
vehicle is completely stopped.
N Neutral – Neutral
Press the selector lever as far as the
detent, but no further. Select N only if your
journey is interrupted for a long period.
> From D press the selector lever up
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> From R press the selector lever down.
Note the arrows indicating direction in the
range display.
N is selected automatically whenever
the remote control unit remains
locked in the ignition lock after the ignition
is switched off. This function is useful in
automatic car washes, etc.
After approx. 30 minutes the system auto-
matically engages P. Remember to
observe the Check Control for status
messages.<
D Drive – Automatic
Press the selector lever down,
continuing to apply pressure to move it
past the detent. This is the range recom-
mended for normal vehicle operation. All
forward gears are available.
Kickdown
The kickdown mode provides maximum
acceleration. Press the accelerator pedal
beyond full-throttle detent point.
L mode
We recommend the L mode for times when
you wish to suppress certain shifts, for
instance, when ascending or descending
steep grades.
When the L mode is activated the transmis-
sion remains in your current gear, which
also appears in the Info Display, refer to
page 67. The transmission continues to
shift through the available ratios, but does
not proceed beyond the gear in the display.
To activate the L mode
Press the L/D button on the steering wheel.
The transmission downshifts when you tap
the buttons on the rim of the steering
wheel. The newly selected limit appears in
the Info Display.
The transmission only executes downshifts
that will result in a plausible combination of
vehicle and engine speeds. The transmis-
sion will no longer execute upshifts beyond
the selected range.
Deactivate the L mode to obtain
maximum acceleration for overtaking
maneuvers, etc.<
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To deactivate the L mode
> Press the L/D button or
> press the selector lever into position D
once again.
Automatic transmission
with Steptronic
Canadian models only
While you can drive as with any conven-
tional automatic transmission, you also
enjoy the option of shifting manually at the
steering wheel, refer to the next column.
Transmission ranges
P R N D
Program display
S or M1 – M6
Buttons on steering wheel
S/M/D + –
To select a transmission range
The procedure for selecting transmission
ranges is the same as that employed in the
L mode, refer to page 67.
Sport program and manual operation
When you press the S/M/D button on the
steering wheel once, the system responds
by activating the transmission's Sport
program, as indicated by the letter S in the
Info Display, refer to previous column. We
recommend this program for performance-
oriented driving.
When you press the S/M/D button a
second time the transmission switches to
its manual mode; press again to return to
the automatic program.
You can also return to the standard auto-
matic program by reselecting D.
In the manual mode the transmission
upshifts when you briefly tap the buttons
on the rear of the steering wheel. You
downshift by briefly pressing the buttons
on the front of the steering wheel. The Info
Display shows the manual ranges M1
through M6.
Upshifts and downshifts are excecuted
only when they will result in a plausible
combination of engine and vehicle speed;
thus (for example) a downshift that would
cause the engine to overrev will not be
executed by the system. The selected gear
appears briefly in the Info Display, followed
by the current gear.
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To obtain maximum acceleration (for
passing maneuvers, etc.) during
operation in the manual mode, use the
kickdown or downshift manually.<
Malfunctions
A status message will appear in the Check
Control panel to alert you to any malfunc-
tions in the transmission-control system.
Please note any supplementary information
that appears in the Control Display. The
directional arrows also start to flash in the
Info Display.
While it will remain still possible to move
the selector lever to any desired position,
the transmission will revert to operation in
its default mode with only a limited number
of forward gears.
Some types of malfunction will make it
impossible to engage all gears.
The engine may respond with reduced
output when accelerating from a standing
start.
If this happens, avoid extreme engine loads
and consult the nearest BMW center.
If no status messages appear in the
Info Display you should accelerate
carefully to confirm that you are driving in
the desired direction.
Never work in the engine compartment
with any of the forward or reverse gears
engaged, as the vehicle could start to
move. Engage the parking brake, refer to
page 62.<
Manual release of transmission
lockout
You can respond to any interruptions in the
supply of electrical power, for instance, if
the battery is discharged or disconnected,
by releasing the transmission lockout
manually.
To prevent the drive wheels from
locking up and sliding, the transmis-
sion lockout must always be released
manually before the vehicle is towed.<
Press the brake pedal before
releasing the transmission lockout
manually. If the brakes are not applied, the
vehicle could start to roll if parked on a
steep slope.
The transmission lockout should only be
released for towing. Remember to engage
the transmission lockout when you repark
the vehicle after moving it.
Should it also be necessary to release the
parking brake manually (owing to a
discharged battery, etc.), always adhere to
the following sequence:
1. Start by manually releasing the parking
brake, refer to page 65
2. Then proceed to manually release the
transmission lockout.<
Jump-starting and towing, refer to
pages 187 and 188.
To release
1. Use the vehicle key to release the cover
panel beneath the instrument panel by
turning the lock counterclockwise, then
fold down the cover
2. Use the strap 1 to pull out the release
lever, continuing until it snaps into place –
the transmission lockout is released.
Re-engage the transmission lockout
after parking the vehicle at its destina-
tion. Otherwise there is a danger that the
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vehicle could start to roll if parked on a
steep slope.<
To re-engage the lockout
1. Disengage the release lever by pressing
it together with the red detent lever,
arrow 1
2. Guide the release lever all the way back
into its original position – the transmission
lockout is again engaged
3. Fold up and lock the cover panel. Now –
and not before – the key may be removed.
Once the transmission lockout has
been re-engaged, the warning in the
Check Control should disappear, and the
symbol in the Info Display should change
from N to P. Should this fail to happen,
there is a danger that the vehicle could
start to roll.<
Information on jump-starting, tow-starting
and towing begins on page 187.
Turn signal indicators/
headlamp flasher
1 High beams – blue indicator lamp
2 Headlamp flasher – blue indicator lamp
3 Turn signal indicators – the green indi-
cator lamp flashes, accompanied by a peri-
odic ticking from the turn signal indicator
relay.
To use the turn signal indicators
Move the lever beyond the detent position.
It then returns to the center position when
released. Press the lever as far as the
detent to switch off the turn signals.
To signal briefly
Press the lever up to but not beyond the
detent. It then returns to the center position
when released.
If the flashing of the indicator lamp and the
ticking from the relay are both faster than
normal, this indicates that one of the bulbs
is defective; if a trailer is attached, this
could also indicate that one of its turn
signal indicator bulbs is defective.
Wiper system
1 Standard wiper speed: press briefly one
time.
Fast wipe: briefly press twice
2 To switch off wipers or for brief wipe
3 To activate/deactivate rain sensor
4 Cleaning windshield
5 Adjusting rain sensor sensitivity level.
The lever automatically returns to its
initial position when released.<
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1 Standard wiper speed
The system automatically reverts to opera-
tion in the intermittent mode whenever the
vehicle stops.
Fast wiper speed
You can also select this position by
pressing the lever upward past the detent.
The system automatically reverts to opera-
tion in the standard wipe mode whenever
the vehicle stops.
4 Clean windshield
The system sprays washer fluid against the
windshield and activates the wipers for a
brief period.
Cleaning headlamps
> Each fifth time you press into position 4
to wash the windshield while the head-
lamps are on.
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 page 73.
Avoid activating the washer when the
reservoir is empty, as damage to the pump
could result.<
Windshield washer nozzles
The windshield washer nozzles and the
windshield itself in the area around the
wipers are heated automatically when the
ignition is switched on.
Rain sensor
The rain sensor is located on the wind-
shield, directly in front of the interior rear-
view mirror.
To activate the rain sensor
Press briefly with ignition in radio mode,
refer to arrow. The indicator lamp comes
on. The wipers will always respond by
completing at least one sweep of the wind-
shield.
Adjusting rain sensor sensitivity level
Turn the rotary knob 5.
To deactivate the rain sensor
Press the button again. The indicator lamp
goes out.
The rain sensor is automatically deac-
tivated when you switch off the igni-
tion.<
Deactivate the rain sensor when
passing through an automatic car
wash. Failure to do so could result in
damage caused by undesired wiper activa-
tion.<
Selecting wiper fold-out position
Important for changing wiper blades, when
folding away from windshield to prevent
blades from sticking when ice forms, etc.
1. Switch off the engine and remove the
remote control unit from the ignition lock
2. Press the wiper lever up and maintain
pressure for about 3 seconds, continuing
until the wipers are roughly vertical – this is
the fold-out position.
After folding the wipers back against the
windshield you will need to reactivate the
wiper system:
1. Insert the remote control unit to activate
the radio mode in the ignition lock
2. Apply brief upward pressure to the
wiper lever. 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
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windshield before switching on either the
radio mode or the ignition.<
Washer fluid
Windshield and headlamp washers
Capacity: approx. 8.2 quarts (7.8 liters)
Fill with water and – if required – with a
washer antifreeze (according to manufac-
turer's recommendations).
We recommend that you mix the
washer fluid before adding it to the
reservoir.<
Windshield washer antifreeze is flam-
mable. Always keep it well away from
sparks and open flames, and store it in
tightly closed containers well out of the
reach of children. Always observe the
instructions for use provided on the
container.<
Programmable cruise
control
The concept
The programmable cruise control is avail-
able for use at speeds of approx. 18 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 6 speeds for later selection
with the lever on the steering column, refer
to page 75.
This feature assists you in quickly adapting
vehicle speed to specific road conditions,
for instance, changes in speed limits.
One multilevel lever
Cruise control
1 Press the lever as far as the detent:
> To activate cruise control
> Maintain and store speed
> To accelerate
2 Pull lever back to detent:
> To activate cruise control
> Maintain and store speed
> To decelerate
3 Briefly tap lever up or down:
> To interrupt the cruise control
4 Press button briefly:
> To recall a stored speed.
Multilevel preset mode
1 Press the lever beyond the detent:
> Activating multilevel preset mode, refer
to page 75
> To select the next higher desired speed
2 Pull the lever back beyond the detent:
> Activating multilevel preset mode, refer
to page 75
> To select the next lower desired speed
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3 Briefly tap lever up or down:
> To interrupt the cruise control
3 Maintain pressure on lever for approx.
3 seconds:
> To cancel display of multilevel preset
mode in speedometer.
Press 1 or pull 2 the lever beyond the
detent to reactivate the display for the
multilevel preset mode.<
4 Press button briefly:
> Select stored speed
4 Maintain pressure on button for approx.
3 seconds:
> To store and delete speed settings, refer
to page 75.
Display screen contents
5 Preset speed display
> – Cruise control activated
> – Cruise control deactivated
6 Stored desired speed display – multilevel
preset mode
5 and 6 appear in the display when
the system is active.<
To activate cruise control
Press 1 or pull 2 lever as far as the detent.
You can now use the cruise control.
The system simultaneously maintains and
stores the current speed.
Do not use the cruise control on
twisting, curving roads, when high
traffic density prevents travel at a constant
speed, or when driving on slippery roads –
snow, rain, ice – or loose surfaces – rocks,
sand.<
1 Maintain and store speed,
accelerate
Press lever forward as far as but not
beyond the detent:
The system maintains and stores the
current vehicle speed. Every time you tap
the lever the vehicle's speed increases by
roughly 0.6 mph (1 km/h).
Maintain pressure on the lever:
The vehicle accelerates without pressure
on the accelerator pedal. The system main-
tains and stores your current speed as
soon as you release the lever.
The vehicle may accelerate beyond
the preset speed on steep downhill
stretches where the engine's braking effect
alone may not be sufficient to slow the
vehicle. Speed can drop on uphill grades if
the engine output is insufficient.<
2 Maintain and store speed,
decelerate
Pull the lever back, as far as but not beyond
the detent:
The system maintains and stores the
current vehicle speed. Each time you tap
the lever the vehicle will decelerate by
approx. 0.6 mph (1 km/h).
Pull lever back and hold:
The throttle aperture is automatically
reduced, slowing the vehicle. The system
maintains and stores your current speed as
soon as you release the lever.
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3 Interrupt cruise control
Briefly press the lever up or down while the
cruise control is active. The status
message 5 in the Info Display is no longer
highlighted. You can use the cruise control
again as required.
In addition, cruise control is interrupted
automatically
> When you apply pressure to the brake
pedal
> when you select the automatic transmis-
sion's neutral range N
> when the DSC (Dynamic Stability
Control) system is in active operation.
4 To recall stored speed
Briefly press button 4: The vehicle acceler-
ates to and maintains the last speed stored.
To deactivate the cruise control
The stored speed is deleted from the
system memory when you switch off the
ignition.
To activate multilevel preset mode
Push 1 or pull 2 the lever beyond the
detent.
The system maintains and stores the
current speed, which is also displayed as a
preset speed 5 and as the desired speed 6.
If no levels are programmed, with the
graduated function in operation you
can push or pull the lever past the detent to
increase or decrease the vehicle's speed in
increments of 6.2 mph (10 km/h).<
1 Change preset level
Press 1 or pull 2 the lever beyond the
detent: The preset speed progresses to the
next desired speed. The lowest desired
speed that it is possible to select is roughly
18 mph (30 km/h).
3 Interrupt cruise control
With the cruise control active, briefly tap
the lever up or down.
To deactivate the multilevel preset
mode
The multilevel preset mode is deactivated
when you switch off the ignition.
Multilevel preset mode – Storing
speeds
With vehicle stationary
Switch on the ignition.
Press 1 or pull 2 the lever past the detent:
The displays 5 and 6 appear; 5 indicates
the available preset speed.
> To increase speed:
Press the lever forward
> To decrease speed:
Pull back the lever
> To store speed:
Maintain pressure on the button 4 for
approx. 3 seconds. The stored preset
desired appears in 6.
If 6 speeds have already been stored,
it will be necessary to delete one
before entering a new preset speed.<
While driving
Activate multilevel preset mode.
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Maintain pressure on button 4 for approx.
3 seconds. The system adopts and
displays your current speed as a preset
speed.
If all of the graduations flash at once
this indicates that 6 speeds have
already been stored. You must then delete
at least one.<
To delete preset speeds
Select the desired preset speed 5.
Maintain pressure on button 4 for approx.
3 seconds. The desired preset speed is
deleted.
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Everything under control
Odometer, outside temperature display, clock
When the ignition is off you can briefly acti-
vate the time, outside temperature and
odometer displays by pressing the knob at
the upper left of the Info Display.
1 Outside temperature display, clock
The outside temperature and the time
displays are active starting at the radio
position in the ignition lock.
You can change the units of measure –
6/7– in the "Settings" menu, refer to
page 86.
Setting the clock, refer to page 86.
Ice warning
A warning signal sounds when the outside
temperature falls to roughly +37.5 7
(+3 6); this is accompanied by a message
in the Check Control display.
Please bear in mind that the ice
warning does nothing to alter the fact
that glare ice may be present on roads at
temperatures higher than +37.5 7 (+3 6),
for instance, on bridges and shade-
covered surfaces.<
2 Odometer
The odometer panel also provides displays
for the computer and the Check Control.
Regardless of the current display mode,
you can view the odometer reading for a
short period by pressing the knob at the
upper left of the Info Display.
Check Control, refer to page 80.
Computer, refer to page 81.
3 Trip odometer
The trip odometer must be present in the
display before you can reset it to zero.
Reset by pressing the knob at the upper left
of the Info Display.
Tachometer
The orange warning sector (see arrow)
gradually moves upward as the engine
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warms to its normal operating temperature.
The segments disappear in sequence as
the engine warms to its normal operating
temperature.
Avoid allowing the engine speed to rise as
far as the orange warning sector whenever
possible.
Service Interval Display
Info Display screen contents
The distance/period remaining until your
next service briefly appears when you
switch on the ignition.
The Info Display immediately
switches to its computer mode when
you press one of the two buttons in the turn
signal indicator lever, refer to page 81.<
Control Display screen contents
You can view additional information on
service and maintenance procedures by
selecting the "OB data" menu.
1. Select and confirm
2. Select "Service" and confirm your entry
3. The display shows a list of selected
service and maintenance procedures, as
well as legally-mandated official inspec-
tions.
Red sectors
The service deadline has already passed.
Yellow sectors
The deadline for service or an official
inspection is approaching. Please contact
your BMW center for an appointment.
Green lamps
No service is currently required. If you
desire, certain maintenance operations can
be carried out at the next service at the
customer's request.
You can request more detailed information
on every entry.
Turn the controller to scroll through the list,
then confirm the selected entry.
Confirm to exit the list.
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The display will automatically go out after a
short period; you can also cancel the
display manually using the symbol.
The Service Interval Display does not
continue counting down to the next
service during periods when the vehicle is
stored with the battery disconnected or the
battery switch OFF.
Please remember that brake fluid should
be changed every two years at the latest,
even if the display does not yet indicate
that service is required, for additional infor-
mation refer to page 178.
This same precaution applies to all of the
other service and maintenance operations
scheduled according to periodic inter-
vals.<
To enter and view deadlines for
official emissions and vehicle
inspections
1. Select "§ Emissions inspection" or
"§ State inspection" and confirm your
selection
2. Turn the controller to select an inspec-
tion date for entry
3. Confirm the inspection date. The first
part of the date entry is activated – here
month.
> Turn to reset
> Press to store and move to the next
entry – here year.
The system adopts the date when you
store your entry.
4. Press the controller to select
"CONFIRM."
This function is only available if the
time in the Control Display has been
correctly set, refer to page 86.<
Info Display screen contents
If the deadline for your next emissions or
state vehicle inspection is approaching, the
remaining distance and time will appear
briefly when you switch on the ignition.
Your Service Advisor will determine
your vehicle's current service require-
ments by reading out the data stored in the
vehicle's key.<
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Check Control
Info Display screen contents
Messages and status reports appear in text
form accompanied by an indicator lamp
symbol. The alert is accompanied by a
gong.
Status reports warning of system malfunc-
tions are assigned one of two priority
ratings:
Priority 1:
These status messages and malfunction
reports are signaled by a gong. Simulta-
neous defects will be displayed consecu-
tively. These messages cannot be deleted,
and they remain in the display until the
problem is corrected. Supplementary infor-
mation also appears in the Control Display,
refer to Automatic messages in Control
Display.
Priority 2:
These status messages and malfunction
reports appear in the Info Display for
approx. 20 seconds.
Briefly press the CHECK button on the turn
signal indicator lever (see arrow) to cancel
the message in the display (if allowed by
priority rating).
You can select stored status reports
for viewing in the Control Display,
refer to Selecting stored status reports for
viewing in the Control Display.<
Check Control symbol and messages
in the Control Display
The status of the monitored system is indi-
cated by the color of the Check Control
symbol .
Green
No malfunctions are present in the moni-
tored systems.
Yellow or red
A defect or malfunction has been detected
in the monitored system. Depending upon
how serious the problem is, a supplemen-
tary message may also appear in the
Control Display.
You can access the stored status reports
through the Control Display, refer to the
next column.
The symbol also indicates the status
of the Service Interval Display, refer to
page 25.<
Automatic messages in Control
Display
These supplementary messages are
intended to assist you in assessing the
severity of malfunctions; they provide you
with the information you need to decide on
the best way to respond.
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Select and confirm to cancel the
display.
Selecting stored status reports for
viewing in the Control Display
1. Select the "OB data" menu
2. Select and confirm your selec-
tion
3. Select "Check" and confirm
4. The stored status reports appear in the
display. Select the desired report and
confirm your selection.
The display will disappear automatically
after a short period; you can also cancel it
manually using the symbol.
Displays after completion of trip
Selected malfunction reports generated
during the trip are shown consecutively
when you switch off the ignition.
If indicated, the following message may
also appear:
"Parking lamps on!"
This message appears when you open the
driver's door after parking. A supplemen-
tary gong is also heard.
Even with the ignition and Info Display off,
you can reactivate the screen and display
the messages.
Press the CHECK button for approx.
8 seconds, refer to page 80. The stored
status reports appear again in the display.
If several messages are present, you can
continue to press the CHECK button to
view them in succession.
The Check Control function
> cancels itself automatically after a brief
period
> can be terminated by again pressing the
CHECK button for approx. 8 seconds.
You can select the language in which
Check Control status reports and
messages from the computer will appear,
refer to page 86.<
Computer
To select functions:
You can use the buttons in the turn signal
indicator lever to request a display from the
computer on the Info Display screen,
starting at the radio position in the ignition
lock.
1 Info Display on left
2 Info Display on right
A new function appears each time you
press the button.
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Info Display screen contents
The display sequence:
> Fuel gauge, see next column
> Cruising range and remaining distance
to destination 83.
The display sequence:
> Odometer 77
> Energy Control/ Current fuel
consumption 83
> Average fuel consumption 83
> Average speed 83
> Time of arrival 83.
Maintain pressure on the button 1 to
cancel the display from the computer.
Press the button again to return to the last
display.
It will not be possible to cancel the display
if the fuel level has fallen into the reserve
range or if a Check Control status report is
currently on the screen.
Press the button again to view the last
display.<
Fuel level display
The fuel gauge mode appears automati-
cally once the fuel level falls into the
reserve range. The word "Reserve"
appears at the same time, indicating that
approx. 2.6 gallons (10 litres) of fuel remain
in the fuel tank.
It will not be possible to cancel the
onboard computer display once the
fuel level drops into the reserve range.
However, you can still request a display of
the cruising range. Computer, refer to
page 81.<
Tank capacity: approx. 19.4 gallons
(88 litres).
If the tilt of the vehicle varies (when you are
driving in mountainous areas, for example),
the needle may fluctuate slightly.
Always remember to refuel early:
attempts to continue driving to the
last drop can result in damage to the
engine and/or catalytic converter.<
Cruising range
Displays the estimated cruising range
available with the remaining fuel. The
system calculates the cruising range based
on operating conditions and the amount of
fuel remaining in the tank. The basis for the
calculations is the average fuel consump-
tion over the preceding 20 miles (30 km).
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To avoid serious damage to the engine or
catalytic converter, always refuel as soon
as possible once your cruising range falls
to below 30 miles (50 kilometers).
When refueling you must add at least
approx. 1 1/3 gallons (5 litres) before the
computer will register the additional fuel.
Distance to destination
When you enter a destination in 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 destination, refer to
pages 126 and 84.
The system automatically adopts the
distance to your destination using the route
recommended by the navigation system.
When you enter a destination in the
navigation system, any manual
entries will be overwritten no later than
once 1640 feet (500 meters) of the calcu-
lated distance have elapsed.<
Energy Control/
Current fuel consumption
Shows your current fuel consumption rate
in mpg – in litres/100 km on Canadian vehi-
cles. This allows you to see whether your
current driving style is conducive to fuel
economy with minimum exhaust emis-
sions.
When the vehicle is stationary the display
goes to the maximum reading – zero on
Canadian models.
Average fuel consumption
The average fuel consumption is calculated
for the time during which the engine is
running.
You can use the Control Display to view
your fuel consumption rate over two
different distances, refer to Computer or
Trip computer.
Average speed
Periods with the vehicle parked and the
engine off are not included in the calcula-
tions of average speed.
Time of arrival
A display of your estimated time of arrival is
available whenever you enter a destination
in the navigation system, refer to page 126,
or enter the distance manually in the
computer, refer to page 84, prior to depar-
ture.
This function is only available if the
time in the Control Display has been
correctly set, refer to page 86.<
Control Display screen contents
You can activate the computer function at
any time by selecting it from the "OB data"
menu.
The computer furnishes you with a choice
between two display options.
Computer
> Time of arrival
> Distance to destination.
Enter a destination in the navigation
system, or enter a distance in the computer
manually, refer to pages 126 and 84
> Cruising range
> Average fuel consumption
> Average speed.
You can reset calculations of both
average speed and average fuel
consumption to zero. Select the menu
entry and confirm.<
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Trip computer
Reset all data to zero:
Select "START/RESET" and confirm.
> Time of departure
> Driving time
> Elapsed distance
> Average fuel consumption since
"START/RESET"
> Average speed since "START/RESET"
To enter a distance manually
1. Select the computer ("BC")
2. Select and activate the "Distance" entry
function. Turn the controller to the left or
right to select the distance to your destina-
tion
3. Press the controller to confirm your
entry.
Setting and revising speed limit
1. Select "Limit" and confirm your selec-
tion
2. Select "SET" and confirm
3. Turn the controller to the left or right to
select the desired speed
4. Press the controller to confirm your
entry. The speed limit function is now
active.
Switch off or on again
1. Select "Limit" and confirm your selec-
tion
2. Select "ON/OFF" and confirm. "ON/
OFF" is highlighted when the speed limit
function is activated.
To adopt your current speed as the
limit
1. Select "Limit" and confirm your entry
2. Select and confirm. The system
adopts your current speed as the limit.
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Info Display screen contents
If (for instance) the warning zone in the
tachometer is visible, refer to page 77, the
speed limit will be indicated by a warning
sector in the speedometer, see arrow.
A message appears in the Check Control
when you exceed the preset speed limit.
Vehicle speed must fall back to at least
3 mph (5 km/h) below the preset speed
before the speed warning will be repeated.
Stopwatch
Start and stop
1. Select
2. Select and confirm. This resets the
stopwatch to zero and then restarts it
3. Select and confirm. This stops the
timer.
Confirm again to reset the stopwatch to
zero.
Taking an intermediate time reading
Select "INTERM. TIME" and confirm. This
intermediate time appears below the
ongoing primary stopwatch count.
All of the remaining functions remain
available at all times while the stop-
watch is running. The stopwatch continues
operation in the background.<
Assistance window* for "OB data"
You can select any of the following
computer functions for display in the assis-
tance window:
> Computer
> Trip computer
> Speed limit
> Stopwatch
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To import display
1. Select and confirm the desired function
– here: computer
2. Select and confirm. The function
appears in the assistance window.
The symbol is highlighted if
the function shown in the assistance
window has been selected in the Control
Display.
You can also choose to view brief "Help"
texts explaining selected menu entries,
refer to page 24, or the travel route on vehi-
cles equipped with a GPS navigation
system, refer to page 125.
Changing settings
Units of measure and display format
You can select the units of measure used in
the displays of fuel consumption,
distances, temperatures and pressures as
well as the display format for the time and
date.
1. Select and confirm
2. Select the menu entry that you wish to
adjust. Press repeatedly to view a listing of
your selection options.
Language
You can select a different language for the
text displays.
1. Select and confirm
2. Select and activate the desired
language.
Time and date
Select "Clock" and confirm.
To set the time
Select "Clock" and confirm. The first
setting sector is highlighted.
> Turn to reset
> Press to store your entry and proceed to
the next setting.
The clock adopts your entry the last time
you confirm your entry.
Memo
You will hear three tones just before each
full hour.
> Select "Memo" and confirm. "Memo" is
highlighted when this function is activated.
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Setting the date
Select "Date" and confirm. The first section
of the date display is highlighted –
here day.
> Turn to reset
> Press to store and highlight the next
entry – here month and year.
Your date is adopted by the system the last
time you store your entry.
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Technology for comfort, convenience
and safety
PDC Park Distance Control*
The concept
The PDC assists you when you are parking.
Acoustic signals inform you of the distance
to an obstacle. Four ultrasonic sensors in
both the front and rear bumpers monitor
the distance to the nearest object. The
monitoring range of the front and two rear
corner sensors extends outward roughly
2 ft (60 cm), while the rear bumper's two
centrally located sensors detect objects at
distances of up to approximately 4.9 ft
(1.50 m).
Automatic function
Whenever the ignition is on the system
automatically assumes operational status
each time the selector lever is pressed
briefly in R.
Manual activation
Press the button, the indicator lamp lights
up.
The system is automatically deactivated
once the vehicle travels approximately
165 ft (50 m) or exceeds a speed of roughly
18 mph (roughly 30 km/h); the indicator
lamp goes out. You can reactivate the
system manually as needed.
Manual deactivation
Press the button again; the indicator lamp
goes out.
Acoustic signals
The signal indicating the distance to the
nearest obstacle is directional. 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 to below roughly 1 ft
(30 cm).
The warning signal is canceled after
approximately 3 seconds when the
distance to an object remains constant
during this time (if you are moving parallel
to a wall, for instance).
Malfunctions
The indicator lamp within the button
flashes and a status message appears in
the Check Control panel.
Please take note of the supplementary
information provided in the Control Display.
Switch the system off and have the cause
of the malfunction corrected by your BMW
center.
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You also enjoy the option of having the
system show distances to objects in the
Control Display. The Control Display will
also indicate the presence of objects in
green before they are close enough to
generate a signal tone.
Select "PDC pic." from the "Settings" menu
and confirm your selection. This activates
the PDC display.
The display then appears in the Control
Display whenever PDC is automatically or
manually activated.
The previous display automatically reap-
pears after the system is deactivated.
Confirm in the menu to return to
the previous display.<
Even with PDC, final responsibility for
estimating the distance between the
vehicle and any obstructions always
remains with the driver. Even when sensors
are involved, there is a blind spot in which
objects cannot be detected. The system 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. After initial
detection, low objects such as curbs, etc.,
may disappear again before the system
starts to generate a continuous warning
tone. Loud noises from outside and inside
the vehicle may prevent you from hearing
PDC's signal tone.<
Keep the sensors clean and free of ice
or snow in order to ensure that they
will continue to operate effectively.
Do not apply high pressure spray to the
sensors for a prolonged period of time.
Keep the spray at least 4 in (10 cm) away
from the sensors.<
Driving stability control/
DSC Dynamic Stability
Control
Your BMW is equipped with an extended
array of systems designed to enhance and
maintain vehicle stability under extreme
conditions. The following section describes
these functions based on DSC and ABS.
The concept
DSC maintains vehicle stability, even in
critical driving situations.
The system optimizes vehicle stability
during acceleration and when starting from
a full stop, as well as optimizing traction.
The system recognizes any tendency for
the vehicle to assume an unstable attitude
such as oversteer or understeer; it then
counteracts this tendency with a combina-
tion of graduated reductions in engine
torque and selective braking intervention at
individual wheels. DSC provides optimal
stability within the limits defined by the
laws of physics.
The DSC is operational every time you start
the engine. DSC includes the functionality
of the DTC Dynamic Traction Control and
DBC Dynamic Brake Control.
With its selective braking intervention at the
individual drive wheels, DTC fulfills the
same function as a conventional limited-
slip differential to enhance traction under
difficult driving conditions, such as on
snow, etc.
Indicator lamps
The indicator lamp in the Info
Display goes out soon after you
start the engine.
If the indicator lamp flashes:
DSC controls the drive and braking forces.
The indicator lamp stays lit:
DSC has been switched off via the Control
Display.
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The indicator lamp and the brake
warning lamp remain on continu-
ously:
DSC, DTC and DBC have been
deactivated or a system malfunc-
tion is present.
When the system is off, the stability main-
tenance functions described above are no
longer available. The vehicle will remain
completely operational, however, without
DSC.
Please respond to any malfunctions by
referring the problem to your BMW center.
Indicator and warning lamps on
Canadian models.
Activating DTC Dynamic Traction
Control
You may find it useful to briefly activate
DTC under the following special circum-
stances:
> When rocking the vehicle and starting off
in deep snow or on loose road surfaces
> When ascending snow-covered hills,
and when driving in deep or on hard-
packed snow
> When driving with snow chains.
Select the "Settings" menu. Select "DTC"
and confirm your entry. DTC is now acti-
vated. The "DTC" indicator lamp in the
Control Display lights up.
When DTC is operating, DSC is
restricted to limited functionality up
to vehicle speeds of approx. 45 mph
(70 km/h). Control intervention to maintain
stability is reduced.<
To deactivate DTC again
Select the "Settings" menu. Select "DTC"
and confirm your entry. DTC is now deacti-
vated. The "DTC" indicator lamp in the Info
Display goes out.
To deactivate DSC
Select the "Settings" menu. Select "DSC"
and confirm your entry. DSC is deactivated.
The indicator lamp in the Info Display
remains on continuously.
Deactivating DSC automatically deacti-
vates DTC as well. The systems for
enhancing stability and traction are deacti-
vated, and there is no active braking inter-
vention or torque control.
A status report appears in the Check
Control panel. Please take note of the addi-
tional information in the Control Display
panel.
To maintain optimal stability, drive
with the system on whenever
possible.<
To reactivate DSC
Select the "Settings" menu. Select "DSC"
and confirm your entry. DSC is now on. The
indicator lamp in the Info Display goes out.
The laws of physics cannot be
repealed, even with DSC. An appro-
priate driving style always remains the
responsibility of the driver. Avoid using the
additional safety margin provided by the
system as an excuse for taking unneces-
sary risks.
When DTC is active, DSC provides only
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limited system response up to a speed of
approx. 45 mph (70 km/h). Intervention for
stability-enhancement is reduced. Do not
make any modifications to the DSC system.
Never allow anyone other than authorized
professional technicians to carry out
service or repairs on the DSC system.<
Dynamic Brake Control DBC
When you apply the brakes rapidly, this
system automatically produces the
maximum braking force boost and thus
helps to achieve the shortest possible
braking distance during "panic stops." This
system exploits all of the benefits provided
by ABS.
Do not reduce the pressure on the brake
pedal for the duration of the brake applica-
tion. When the brake pedal is released, the
DBC is deactivated.
In the event of a malfunction, the
warning lamp comes on with a
yellow lamp. Have the system
checked and repaired at your BMW center
as soon as possible.
Check Control messages, refer to page 80.
Please note the supplementary information
provided in the Control Display.
Warning lamp on Canadian models.
Driving stability control/
ABS Antilock Brake System
The concept
ABS enhances active safety by preventing
the wheels from locking under braking.
ABS incorporates CBC and EBV.
In case of malfunction
If the indicator lamp lights up in
yellow, this indicates that ABS has
been deactivated in response to a
system malfunction. Conventional braking
efficiency remains available without limita-
tions. Please have the system inspected at
your BMW center.
Cornering Brake Control CBC
CBC is a technical advance based on ABS.
It provides further enhancements in vehicle
stability and steering response during lane
changes and cornering at high rates of
lateral acceleration.
EBV Electronic brake-force
distribution
EBV controls the brake system's applica-
tion pressure at the rear wheels to ensure
stable deceleration.
In case of malfunction
If the brake system warning lamp
lights up in red, appearing together
with the yellow lamps for ABS and
DSC: the stability control is no
longer operational.
If all three lamps light up in yellow:
malfunction in the stability control
systems.
While you may continue, you should
remember to proceed cautiously and drive
defensively while avoiding full brake appli-
cations.
Please have the system checked at the
nearest BMW center.
Check Control status messages, refer to
page 80. Please note the supplementary
information provided in the Control Display.
Indicator and warning lamps on
Canadian models.
Dynamic Drive
The concept
Dynamic Drive minimizes body roll and
optimizes vehicle stability during cornering
and evasive maneuvers.
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Active stabilizers at the front and rear axles
form the basis for Dynamic Drive. Suspen-
sion compliance adapts to suit driving
conditions, varying from performance-
oriented during cornering to smooth and
comfort-oriented when the vehicle is
proceeding in a straight line.
The system assumes operational status
each time you start the engine.
Driving with Dynamic Drive
During vehicle operation, the system
continuously runs through closed-loop
control cycles lasting only fractions of a
second.
In case of malfunction
The symbol will light up, accompa-
nied by a status message in the
Check Control panel. Please take
note of the additional information in the
Control Display panel.
You can find more detailed information on
the Check Control starting on page 80.
If the Dynamic Drive system switches
off in response to malfunction, please
remember to adapt your speed accord-
ingly, especially 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 status message appears in the Check
Control panel, accompanied by a red
symbol, the hydraulic fluid in the reservoir
may have fallen to below the minimum
level, possibly owing to leakage in the
hydraulic system. Stop the vehicle and
switch off the engine immediately.
Please observe the additional instructions
provided in the Control Display panel.<
EDC Electronic Damping
Control*
The suspension responds to changes in
factors such as road surface, or operating
conditions such as steering and braking, by
adapting to the new conditions within frac-
tions of a second.
Comfort program
The system automatically assumes opera-
tion in its Comfort mode each time you start
the engine; this mode is suitable for use
throughout the vehicle's entire speed range
and regardless of load.
Sport program
Activate in "Settings" menu with the igni-
tion on.
You should select the Sport program for
consistently performance-oriented
response from shock absorbers and
steering.
RDC Tire Pressure Monitor*
The concept
RDC monitors inflation pressures in all four
tires while you drive. The system provides
an alert whenever the inflation pressure
drops significantly below the specified
pressure in one or more tires.
To initialize RDC, start by checking the
inflation pressures in all four tires and
comparing them with those specified in the
chart on page 171, correcting them as
necessary. Then proceed to initialize the
system.
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This symbol will appear in the
Check Control panel to inform you
when the inflation pressure varies
from that stored in the system. A text
message appears at the same time. Please
take note of the additional information in
the Control Display panel.
You can find more information on the
Check Control starting on page 80.
The RDC cannot alert you to severe
and sudden tire damage caused by
external factors.<
To initialize the system
1. With the vehicle parked, switch on the
ignition
2. Select "RDC" from the "Settings" menu
and confirm your selection. The initializa-
tion menu appears.
"INITIALIZE"
1. Select and confirm
2. RDC is initialized. A message appears in
the Check Control panel
3. After several minutes of driving RDC will
adopt the tires' current inflation pressures
as its references.
The current data appear in the Control
Display. These figures are more accurate
than those that appear on the inflation
gauges at filling stations, etc.
The only time you will need to repeat this
procedure is after correcting your tire pres-
sures. Because RDC automatically
assumes operation each time you switch
on the ignition, it is on duty whenever you
drive.
If the system detects a flat tire during
the initialization process, the tires in
the Control Display will appear in red.<
Do not start initialization
Select and confirm to return to the
"Settings" menu.
Status indicators in the Control
Display
The status of the system is indicated by the
color of the tires.
Green
Tire inflation pressures correspond to the
initialized level.
Yellow
The inflation pressures in the tires have
fallen to below the specified level, which is
normal in every tire after a certain amount
of time.
This alerts you to have the tires inflated to
the specified pressures as soon as
possible.
Red
Pressure loss in indicated tire.
If this occurs, reduce vehicle speed imme-
diately and stop the vehicle. Avoid hard
and sudden steering and braking maneu-
vers.
Black
The system is being initialized.
The system needs several minutes to
complete the initialization process, after
which it is ready to detect and report tire
problems.
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In the event of loss in tire pressure
If the indicator lamp symbol in the Check
Control lights up in yellow, and a message
also appears, this indicates that the infla-
tion pressures in the tires have fallen to
below the specified level, which is normal
in every tire after a certain amount of time.
This alerts you to have the tires inflated to
the specified pressures as soon as
possible.
Please take note of the additional informa-
tion in the Control Display panel.
If you are prompted to check the tire
pressure shortly after a correction has
been made, this indicates that the
corrected values were not accurate. Please
check the inflation pressure again and
make corrections according to the inflation
pressure table. Then reinitialize the
system.<
Flat tire
If you have a flat tire, the indicator lamp
symbol in the Check Control will light up in
red, and a message will appear. In addition,
a gong sounds.
If this occurs, reduce vehicle speed imme-
diately and stop the vehicle. Avoid hard
and sudden steering and braking maneu-
vers. Replace the damaged tire.
The spare tire provided with your
vehicle is equipped with the elec-
tronics required to support RDC operation;
once the spare tire is installed, the pressure
in this tire will also be monitored following
system initialization.
Have the tires changed at your BMW
center. Your BMW center has the informa-
tion needed for working with RDC and is
equipped with the necessary special
tools.<
System malfunctions
Other equipment operating on the same
radio frequency as RDC can generate inter-
ference signals that may prevent the
system from operating as intended.
The symbol will appear in yellow in the
Check Control panel and a message will
appear.
You will also see the same message
> in the event of a system fault
> if a wheel is mounted without the
appropriate electronics
> if, in addition to the spare tire, additional
wheels with RDC electronics are on board.
Please refer to the additional information
supplied in the Control Display, and have
the system inspected at your BMW center.
Self-leveling suspension*
In the event of malfunction
A Check Control message
appearing together with this symbol
indicates a malfunction in the self-
leveling suspension. Please take note of
the additional information in the Control
Display panel.
Stop and inspect the vehicle. If the rear of
the vehicle is visibly lower than the front,
possibly accompanied by a tilt noticeable
when you compare the left rear with the
right rear, you should respond by immedi-
ately proceeding to the nearest BMW
center. Drive with appropriate caution in
the meantime. The vehicle has reduced
ground clearance and driving comfort may
be noticeably reduced. Even if the attitude
of the vehicle is normal, you should consult
the nearest BMW center if the warning
lamp indicates a system fault.
Adaptive brake lamp
The adaptive brake lamp indicates the
intensity with which you are applying your
brakes to drivers of following vehicles.
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The display consists of two stages:
> Normal braking:
The brake lamps in the tail lamp assemblies
and the high-mount brake lamp on the rear
tray light up during braking.
> Heavy braking and braking with ABS:
The tail lamps also light up with the same
intensity as the standard brake lamp units
to enhance the warning effect of the brake
lamps.
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Lamps
Parking lamps/low beams
Parking lamps (side marker lamps)
With the switch in this position, the
front, rear and side vehicle lighting
is switched on. You can use the side
marker lamps for parking. For lighting on
one side for parking as an additional
feature, refer to page 97.
Low beams
When you switch off the ignition
with the headlamps on, the head-
lamps go out, and only the parking
lamps remain on.
"Follow me home" lamps:
After parking the vehicle and
switching off the headlamps, you can use
the headlamp flasher control to activate the
headlamps (low beam) for a period of
roughly 40 seconds. You also have the
options of extending this period or, as an
alternative, having this function deacti-
vated.<
"Lamps on" warning
If you switch off the ignition while the head-
lamps are on, when you subsequently open
the driver's door a buzzer will sound for
several seconds, while the Check Control
will provide you with an additional reminder
in the form of a message alerting you to the
fact that the headlamps have not been
switched off
.
Daytime driving lamps*
If you wish, you can leave the light switch in
the low-beam position:
All external lamps go out when you switch
off the ignition.
Always observe all applicable laws
governing the use of daytime driving lamps.
You can switch on the parking lamps when
needed using the standard procedure
described under Parking lamps.
You can have the daytime driving
lamps on your vehicle programmed to
operate as desired.<
Automatic headlamp control
When you set the switch to this
position, the system activates and
switches the headlamps on and off
(low beams) in response to changes in
ambient light conditions, for instance, in
tunnels, at dawn and dusk, and in rain and
snow. The green indicator lamp next to the
symbol is illuminated when the low beams
are on.
Following automatic activation the
vehicle's external lighting remains on
when you switch on the fog lamps.<
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 system cannot detect fog. To
avoid safety risks, you should always
switch on the lamps manually under these
conditions.<
You can have the sensitivity of the
headlamp control system adjusted on
your vehicle.<
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Instrument lighting
Turn the rotary dial to adjust the illumina-
tion intensity.
High beams/standing lamps
1 High beams – blue indicator lamp
2 Headlamp flasher – blue indicator lamp
3 Standing lamp
Standing lamps, left and right*
You also enjoy the option of lighting up just
one side of your vehicle when parking:
With the ignition off, press the lever in the
desired direction 3, past the pressure
point.
Front fog lamps
The parking lamps or low beams
must be switched on for the fog
lamps to operate. The green indi-
cator lamp in the Info Display lights up
whenever the fog lamps are on.
The fog lamps are switched off whenever
the high beams are switched on.
If the automatic headlamp control is
activated, the headlamps (low beam)
will come on automatically when you
switch on the fog lamps.<
Interior lamps
The interior lamps operate automatically.
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Switching the interior lamps on and
off
Briefly press button 1.
If you want the interior lamps to remain off
continuously, maintain pressure on the
button for approx. 3 seconds.
To revert to normal operation, press the
button briefly.
The button for the interior lamps in the rear
passenger area only switches these lamps
on and off.
The interior lamps come on briefly
whenever you use the parked-car
ventilation system. This feature confirms
that the system has been activated.<
Control of the footwell lamps, courtesy
lamps and ground lamps is also automatic.
Reading lamps
Reading lamps are provided in the front
and rear
* adjacent to the interior lamps.
You can switch them on and off using the
buttons 2 located next to the lamps.
To avoid discharging the battery, all of
the vehicle's interior lamps are auto-
matically switched off approx. 15 minutes
after the ignition is switched off.<
Light-emitting diodes – LEDs
Light-emitting diodes installed behind
translucent 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 offi-
cially designated as Class 1 light-emitting
diodes.
Do not remove the covers, and never
stare into the unfiltered light for an
extended period (several hours), as irrita-
tion of the iris could result.<
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A congenial climate
Automatic climate control
1 Automatic climate control
2 Airflow directed toward the windshield
and side windows
3 Airflow for the upper body
The serrated dials 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 serrated dials.
You can find more information on adjusting
for draft-free ventilation on page 104
4 Front footwell ventilation
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1 Automatic air distribution and supply –
left side of passenger compartment 103
2 External air/AUC Automatic recirculated
air control/Recirculated air 101
3 To defrost windshield and door
windows 101
4 Temperature control – left-hand side, see
next column
5 Maximum cooling 101
6 Air supply – left-hand side 101
7 To switch off automatic climate
control 103
8 Air supply – right-hand side 101
9 Temperature control – right-hand side,
see next column
10 Residual heat mode 101
11 Rear window defroster
12 Air conditioner 101
13 Automatic air distribution and supply –
right side of passenger compartment 103
14 Air grill for interior temperature sensor –
please keep clear and unobstructed
15 Parked-car ventilation system 106
> Activation time set – the indicator lamp is
on
> Parked-car ventilation on – the indicator
lamp flashes
All of the remaining setting options
available with the automatic climate
control can be found in the Control
Display's "Settings" menu, refer to
page 103.
The current settings for temperature and air
supply appear in the Control Display's
status line.
You can find a description of the Control
Display on page 19.<
A congenial climate
Activate the automatic mode using the
AUTO button or "AUTO" in the Control
Display, refer to page 103. Select the
interior temperature that you find most
comfortable.
The following section contains more
detailed information on the available
setting options.
All of the air conditioner functions,
including maximum cooling, refer to
page 101 and the rear air conditioner, see
page 105 are available only when the
engine is running.<
Your vehicle has been designed to
automatically select your personal
climate-control settings whenever you
unlock the doors using your individually
programmed remote control unit.<
Automatic air distribution and supply
The AUTO program adjusts the
air supply and distribution
patterns for you while also
using your preselected temperature setting
as the basis for adjusting the interior
climate to adapt to external influences –
summer, winter.
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Temperature adjustment
You can turn to select the
desired temperatures for the
driver's and passenger sides.
Your settings appear in the
Control Display's status line.
The figures in the display provide a general
indication of interior temperature. When
you start the vehicle, this system ensures
that the selected temperature is achieved
as quickly as possible. It then maintains
this temperature, regardless of the season.
Defrost windows and clear them of
condensation
This program quickly removes
ice and condensation from the
windshield and door windows.
To adjust air supply manually
You can adjust the air supply by
turning. The automatic air
supply control is operational
whenever you see your selec-
tion represented by a bar in the
Control Display's status line. The automatic
air distribution remains in operation as
before. You can reactivate the automatic
air supply mode with the AUTO button.
Air conditioner operation
The air conditioner cools and
dehumidifies the incoming air
before also reheating it as
required, according to temperature setting.
Depending on the weather, the windshield
may fog over briefly when the engine is
started.
The air conditioner comes on automatically
when you select the AUTO program.
Maximum cooling
Select this program to obtain
maximum cooling as quickly as
possible.
The temperature display reverts
to 61 7 (16 6) while the system switches
to the recirculated-air mode and starts to
provide maximum air supply through the
instrument panel outlets only. For this
reason you should ensure that these
outlets are open before selecting this
program.
Outside air/AUC Automatic recircu-
lated-air control/Recirculated air
You can respond to unpleasant
odors or pollutants in the imme-
diate environment by tempo-
rarily suspending the flow of outside air.
The system then recirculates the air
currently within the vehicle. AUC executes
this function automatically.
Press the button repeatedly to run through
the following control sequence:
> Indicator lamps off: outside air flows into
the vehicle
> Left-hand indicator lamp on – AUC
mode: the system detects pollutants in the
outside air and responds by deactivating
the outside air supply when required. The
system then recirculates the air currently
within the vehicle.
Depending upon air quality, in the auto-
matic mode the system may start to alter-
nate between its outside-air and
recirculated-air modes
> Right-hand indicator lamp on – Recircu-
lated-air mode: the supply of outside air
into the vehicle is permanently blocked.
The system then recirculates the air
currently within the vehicle.
If condensation starts to form on the
inside window surfaces during opera-
tion in the recirculated-air mode, you
should switch it off while also increasing air
supply as required.<
Residual heat mode
The system uses the warmth
stored in the engine to heat the
interior when the ignition is off,
for instance, while the vehicle is
stopped at a school to pick up a
child.
You can adjust the automatic climate
control's settings when the ignition lock is
in the radio mode. The system blows
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heated air into the interior in accordance
with the selected distribution pattern while
the ignition is off.
Provided that the engine has warmed
to its normal operating temperature
and the battery is charged, you can use this
function for up to 15 minutes after
switching off the ignition. The LED within
the button lights up to confirm compliance
with both of these conditions.<
Front ventilation
You can adjust the vent outlets for the
upper body to suit your personal require-
ments.
You can use the serrated dials 1 to open
and close the outlets through an infinitely-
variable range, while the serrated dials 2
allow you to adjust the airflow direction.
Ventilation for cooling
Adjust the vent outlets 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.
The airflow temperatures for the indi-
vidual upper-body vent outlets can be
adjusted separately in the Control Display,
refer to page 104.
When the vent outlets are completely
closed, the vents at the top of the cockpit
provide indirect ventilation for the
passenger compartment.<
Ventilation for storage compartment
in front armrest
You can use the serrated dial in the storage
compartment to open and close the vent
outlet.
Depending upon the temperatures
selected at the rear dials, high
temperatures may occur in the storage
compartment. Close the vent as required.<
Rear ventilation
The serrated dials 1 allow you to open and
close the ventilation outlets through an infi-
nitely-variable range.
You can adjust the airflow direction using
the levers 2
The serrated dials 3
* control the amount of
cooled air in the flow from the vent outlets:
Turn toward blue sector – colder
Turn toward red sector – warmer
This function allows you to make minor
adjustments for maximum comfort while
also letting you vary temperatures within
the storage compartment.
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Switching off the automatic climate
control*
The air supply, the heater and
the air conditioner are all
switched off. You can restart
the automatic climate control
by pressing any of its buttons
except the REST button.
Settings in Control Display
With the ignition on, select the "Climate"
menu in the Control Center. The Control
Display provides you with the following
setting options:
> "Left A Right":
Separate settings for driver and front
passenger
> To adjust and adapt air-distribution
patterns, refer to the next column
> To adjust temperature for the upper
body, refer to page 104
> To store and select individual settings
for air supply, air distribution and tempera-
ture, refer to page 104
Select the second page of the
"Climate" menu
> Select "Indep. ventil.":
For information on activating and deacti-
vating the parked-car ventilation system
and setting the timer, refer to page 106
> "Seat temp.":
To adjust temperature distribution while
the seat heaters are on, refer to page 51
> "Extra":
Switching rear air conditioner and rear
cooler on and off, refer to pages 105, 110
Select the first page of the "Climate"
menu
Automatic air distribution and supply
"AUTO":
The AUTO program adjusts the air supply
and distribution patterns for you while also
using your preselected temperature setting
as the basis for adjusting the interior
climate to adapt to external influences –
summer, winter.
"Bi-Level":
This program operates in the same way as
the AUTO program, but with airflow
directed toward upper body and into the
footwells.
For individual adjustment of air-
distribution patterns
You can cancel the AUTO program by
selecting specific air distribution patterns
for your personal comfort.
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To adjust air distribution
You also enjoy the option of adjusting the
air distribution manually to obtain a climate
that is ideally adapted to your personal
requirements. The AUTO program is deac-
tivated.
Select the desired symbol and confirm.
Turn the controller to adjust the air distribu-
tion.
Air to windshield and door
windows
Air to the upper body. You
can also adjust the vent
outlets for the upper body individually, see
below.
Air to footwell
To adjust temperature for the upper
body
This function provides you with the option
of making minor adjustments to achieve
maximum comfort.
Use the temperature setting to adjust the
amount of cool air that is added to the
airflow emerging from the vent outlets for
the upper body. We recommend a
moderate temperature setting, as cooler air
helps promote fatigue-free driving.
To store and select individual
settings
You can store your individual setting after
adjusting the air distribution manually.
Select "Memorize" and confirm your selec-
tion.
Now you can reselect the preset climate
that precisely reflects your personal
requirements.
Select and confirm "Individual." The AUTO
program is deactivated.
Microfilter/activated-charcoal filter
The microfilter removes dust and pollen
from the incoming air. The activated-char-
coal filter provides additional protection by
filtering gaseous pollutants from the
outside air. Your BMW center replaces this
combined filter as a standard part of your
scheduled maintenance.
You can select a display of more detailed
information in the Service Display, refer to
page 78.
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Rear air conditioner*
The following settings and operating
modes can be selected and adjusted sepa-
rately on the left and right sides:
1 Cooling adjustment, see below
2 Maximum cooling, see below
3 Adjust air supply manually, see below
4 Switch off rear air conditioner, see below
Rear air conditioner activation
To switch on the rear air conditioner
> select maximum cooling
> press the OFF button again
> select "Rear air cond." in the Control
Display and confirm your selection, see
below.
The rear cooler is automatically acti-
vated when you switch on the rear air
conditioner, refer to page 110.<
To adjust cooling
You can also set the system to
provide the desired level of
cooling by turning. We recom-
mend setting the system for
moderate cooling. When you
start off, the system reaches and then
maintains the desired temperature settings
as quickly as possible, both in summer and
in winter.
To adjust air supply manually
You can adjust the air supply by
turning.
Maximum cooling
This program quickly provides
maximum cooling.
The system automatically switches to the
recirculated-air mode while a high-speed
stream of air simultaneously emerges from
the outlet in the instrument panel. For this
reason you should ensure that these
outlets are open before selecting this
program.
Switching off rear air conditioner
The air conditioner is switched
off.
Press the button again to switch back on.
Switching on/off in Control Display
1. With the ignition on, select "Climate" in
the Control Center menu
2. Select the second page of the
"Climate" menu
3. Select "Extra" and confirm
4. Select "Rear air cond." and confirm.
The maximum cooling mode is auto-
matically activated when you switch
on the rear air conditioner in the Control
Display.<
Select "Rear air cond." again and confirm
your entry to deactivate the system.
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Rear ventilation
Use the lever 1 to vary the airflow direction.
For additional information on rear ventila-
tion options, refer to page 102.
Parked-car ventilation
system
System operation is controlled using the
Control Display. You can set two different
times for the system to start.
The parked-car ventilation blows air into
the passenger compartment to lower inte-
rior temperatures.
The system remains on for 30 minutes. You
can also switch the system on and off
manually. Since the system uses a
substantial amount of electrical current,
you should refrain from activating it twice in
succession without allowing the battery to
be recharged in normal operation between
use.
The parked-car ventilation system is avail-
able for preprogrammed operation at
outside temperatures above approx. 50 7
(10 6) and for direct activation at any
temperature, but is not operational when
the vehicle is underway.
The air enters the passenger compartment
through the vent outlets in the instrument
panel, which can be adjusted for both
direction and airflow. These outlets must
be open for the system to operate.
Activating and switching off
manually
1. Activate the "radio" mode at the ignition
lock
2. Select "Indep. ventil." on the second
page of the "Climate" menu and confirm
your selection.
Select "Indep. ventil." a second time and
confirm to deactivate the system manually.
To set the timer
You can preselect two activation times.
1. Activate the "radio" mode at the ignition
lock
2. Select "Indep. ventil." from the second
page of the "Climate" menu and confirm
your selection
3. Select "Set time 1" or "Set time 2" and
confirm your selection
4. Enter the desired time
> Turn: set
> Press: confirm.
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To activate timer
Select "Switch time 1" or "Switch time 2"
and confirm your selection.
The parked-car ventilation is only
available for activation within the
subsequent 24 hours. After this the time
will have to be reconfirmed.<
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Practical interior accessories
Universal Garage Door
Opener*
The concept
The Universal Garage Door Opener can
replace as many as three hand-held trans-
mitters for various accessories, such as
door openers, alarms and door-locking
systems. The Universal Garage Door
Opener registers and stores signals from
the original hand-held transmitters.
The signal of an original hand-held trans-
mitter can be programmed on one of the
three channel keys. Following that, each of
the devices can be actuated with the
appropriately-programmed channel key.
The indicator lamp flashes to confirm trans-
mission of the signal.
If the vehicle is sold, the memory of the
channel keys should be cleared as
described on page 109.
To prevent possible damage or injury,
before programming or using the
Universal Garage Door Opener always
inspect the immediate area to make certain
that no people, animals or objects are
within the travel range of the device. Also,
comply with the safety precautions of the
original hand-held transmitter.<
Original hand-held transmitter
If you see this symbol on the pack-
aging or in the manual supplied with
the original remote control unit, it is
safe to assume that it is compatible with
the Universal Garage Door Opener.
To check for alternating codes
To determine whether the original hand-
held transmitter operates using an alter-
nating code, you should either consult the
manual enclosed with it or program a
channel key as described in the Program-
ming section.
After programming, press and hold down
the key on the Universal Garage Door
Opener. If the indicator lamp on the
Universal Garage Door Opener flashes for
two seconds before remaining on continu-
ously, this indicates that the original hand-
held transmitter uses an alernating code. In
this case, you can program the channel
keys using the procedure described on the
next page in the section on programming
alternating-code transmitters.
If you have additional questions,
please consult your BMW center or
call 1-800-355-3515.
You can also visit these websites:
www.bmwusa.com or
www.homelink.com.
HomeLink is a registered trademark owned
by Johnson Controls, Inc.<
Programming
1 Channel keys
2 Indicator lamp
Observe the safety precautions
described in the previous column.<
1. Switch on the ignition
2. When using for the first time: press both
outside keys 1, maintaining pressure until
the indicator lamp 2 starts to flash, then
release them. The three channel keys are
cleared.
3. Hold the original hand-held transmitter
no further than 2 in (5 cm) from the channel
keys
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4. Simultaneously press the transmit key
on the original hand-held transmitter,
arrow 3 and the selected channel key 1
on the Universal Garage Door Opener.
Release both keys as soon as the indicator
lamp flashes rapidly
5. To program other original hand-held
transmitters, repeat steps 3 and 4.
The corresponding channel key is now
programmed with the signal of the original
hand-held transmitter.
Programming alternating-code
transmitters
Observe all of the safety precautions
described on the previous page.<
Consult the unit's operating instructions
when programming the Universal Garage
Door Opener.
When programming hand-held transmitters
that employ an alternating code, please
observe the following supplementary
instructions:
Programming will be easier with the
aid of a second person.<
1. Program the Universal Garage Door
Opener by following the instructions given
above under Programming.
2. Maintain pressure on the alternating-
code transmitter for roughly two seconds,
continuing until the program lamp lights up.
3. Press the selected channel key on the
Universal Garage Door Opener three times.
If you have any additional questions,
please contact your BMW center.<
To clear channel keys
Observe all of the safety precautions
described on the previous page.<
The memory of individual channel keys
cannot be deleted. However, the three
channel keys can be cleared together as
follows:
> Press both outside keys on the Universal
Garage Door Opener; maintain pressure
until the indicator lamp starts to flash, then
release the key.
Sun blinds*
Rear window sun blind
Activate by pressing the button with the
ignition lock in the "radio" mode.
Sun blinds for rear windows
Activate by pressing the desired button
with the ignition lock in the "radio" mode.
1 Quarter window blind
2 Side window blind
3 Rear window blind
4 Switching to the other side
The side window blind cannot 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.<
Briefly press the safety switch in the
driver's door, refer to page 42. The
indicator lamp must light up. This precau-
tion prevents children from operating the
sun blinds using the rear switches, etc.
Before using always ensure that the sun
blind's travel path is clear and unob-
structed.
When leaving the vehicle, always remove
the remote control unit from the ignition
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lock and close the doors; this precaution
prevents children from using the sun blinds
and injuring themselves, etc.<
To automatically extend and retract
the sun blinds
You can extend and retract the sun blinds
together by briefly pressing button 3.
Rear cooler*
The cooler is located behind the rear seats'
center armrest.
To activate
Press the button, see arrow 1, the indicator
lamp within the button comes on.
On vehicles equipped with a rear air
conditioner unit, once switched on
the rear cooler operates whenever the
engine is running.<
To open
Pull the handle, see arrow 2
To switch on/off in Control Display*
When you switch on the rear air
conditioner, this also activates the
rear cooler, which will then refrigerate its
contents whenever the engine is running.<
1. With the ignition on, select the Control
Center "Climate" menu
2. Select the second page of the
"Climate" menu
3. Select "Extra" and confirm your selec-
tion
4. Select "Rear refr. box" and confirm.
Select "Rear refr. box" a second time and
confirm to switch the unit off.
To open
Pull the handle, see arrow 2
Glove compartment
To open
Press button. The glove compartment
opens automatically and the lamps come
on.
To close
Fold the cover up.
To prevent injury in the event of an
accident, close the glove compart-
ment immediately after use.<
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Rechargeable flashlight
The flashlight is located on the left-hand
side of the glove compartment.
It features integral overload protection, so
it can be left in its holder continuously.
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.<
Storage compartments
A storage compartment is located in the
armrest between the front seats.
1 Open the right-side cover
2 Open the left-side cover
A removable coin holder is provided in the
front of the compartment. Press briefly to
open.
The mat within the compartment can be
removed for cleaning.
Depending upon your model specification,
any of the following may be located in the
storage compartment:
> Removable cassette holder
*
> Removable CD holder
*
> Fold-out and removable storage
compartment
* for glasses or mobile
phone, etc.
> Fold-out and removable litter
container
*.
To lock storage compartment in
armrest
You can use the key to lock the storage
compartment in the armrest.
You can lock the luggage compart-
ment and the armrest storage
compartment separately, and then retain
the key in your possession while handing
over only the remote control unit when
leaving the vehicle for valet parking, etc.,
refer to pages 39 and 34; this prevents
unauthorized access to the luggage and
front storage compartments.<
To ventilate storage compartment in
the front armrest
You can use the serrated knob in the
storage compartment to open and close
the vent.
Depending on the automatic climate
control setting, the temperature
within the storage compartment may be
higher than in the rest of the interior. Close
the vent as required.<
Storage compartment on center
console between the front seats
Open by pressing the recess on the cover.
Glasses compartment
To open compartment:
Briefly press the button.
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You can remove the insert tray for cleaning.
Storage compartment in center
console
To open compartment:
Briefly press the button.
Clothes hooks
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 personal injury during braking
or evasive maneuvers.<
Beverage holders
Front
Below the sliding covers, see arrows.
When the vehicle is parked you can
rest cups, etc.,on the closed sliding
covers.<
Rear
In the front of the rear seat cushion's
center.
Press briefly to open, see arrow, slide back
to close.
Ashtray, front
To open
Slide back the cover by the recess.
To extinguish a cigarette, tap off the ash
and gently press the tip into the funnel.
To empty
Press the button, see arrow 1. The ashtray
rises for removal.
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Cigarette lighter, front
Push down.
Remove as soon as the lighter jumps 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 is also ready for oper-
ation when the remote control is unlocked.
For this reason, do not leave unsupervised
children in the vehicle.<
Lighter socket
The socket can be used to plug in hand-
lamps, car vacuum cleaners, etc., with
power ratings of up to approx. 200W at
12V. Avoid damaging the socket due to
inserting plugs of different shapes or sizes.
Power socket
An additional power socket is located in the
front passenger's footwell. It is suitable for
connecting radar detectors, etc. Comply
with all applicable local and state laws.
To gain access, fold the cover cap up.
Ashtray, rear
To empty
Press the entire cover down. The ashtray
rises for removal.
Cigarette lighter, rear
Refer to Cigarette lighter, front.
Center armrest
Before folding down the armrest
adjust the head restraint to its lowest
position, refer to page 48.<
To open the storage compartment:
Press the button and fold up the cover.
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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 compart-
ment make it possible to transport 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 contract, reducing its
overall capacity.
Loading
1. Fold down the center armrest, open the
cover and lay it down on the armrest
2. To open the hatch in the luggage
compartment:
Press the handle and slide it to the right
3. Extend the ski bag between the front
seats. The zipper allows more convenient
access to stored objects and can also be
left open to allow the ski bag to dry.
Please ensure that the skis are clean before
loading them into the bag. Take care to
avoid damage from sharp edges.
Securing the load
Secure the bag's contents by tight-
ening down the strap at the buckle.<
To store the ski bag
1. To close the hatch in the luggage
compartment:
Press the handle and slide to the left
2. Fold up the ski bag, place it in the
storage compartment and close the cover.
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Driving tips
This section is designed to provide you
with extra support by supplying
information useful in dealing with
specific driving and operating conditions.
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Things to remember when driving
Break-in procedures
To ensure that your vehicle continues to
furnish optimal economy of operation
throughout an extended service life, we
request that you devote careful attention to
the following section.
Engine and differential
The first 1,200 miles (2,000 km):
During this initial period you should attempt
to avoid constant, steady-state operation
and vary both vehicle and engine speeds
as often as possible. Until the break-in
period has been completed you should
also refrain from exceeding the following:
> 4500 rpm and 105 mph (170 km/h)
Always obey all official speed limits.
Avoid full-throttle operation and use of the
transmission's kickdown mode during
these initial miles.
After the first 1,200 miles (2,000 km) you
can gradually increase both engine and
vehicle speeds to their respective maxima.
You should also comply with these break-in
procedures if the engine or differential is
replaced at a later point.
Tires
Due to technical factors associated with
their manufacture, tires do not achieve their
full traction potential until after an initial
break-in period. We thus urge you to drive
with extra care during the first 200 miles
(300 kilometers).
Brake system
Brakes require an initial break-in period of
approx. 300 miles (500 km) to achieve
optimal contact and wear patterns
between brake pads and rotors.
General driving notes
High temperatures
Extreme temperatures occur at the
catalytic converter on this and every
catalyst-equipped vehicle. Do not remove
the heat shields installed adjacent to
various sections of the exhaust system,
and never apply undercoating to them.
When driving, standing at idle and while
parking 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, and with it the risk of serious prop-
erty damage as well as personal injury.<
Parking the vehicle
Condensation forms in the air conditioner
system during operation, and then exits
under the vehicle. Traces of condensed
water under the vehicle are thus normal.
Aquaplaning
When driving on wet or slushy roads,
reduce road speed. If you do not, a
wedge of water can form between tires and
road surface. This phenomenon is referred
to aquaplaning, and is characterized by a
partial or complete loss of contact between
tires and road surface, ultimately under-
mining your ability to steer and brake the
vehicle.<
Water-covered streets
Do not drive through water on the
road if it is deeper than 1 foot (30 cm),
and then only at walking speed at the most.
Otherwise, the vehicle's engine, the elec-
trical systems and the transmission may be
damaged.<
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Brake system
Braking with ABS
The best way to achieve optimal response
from the ABS is to apply maximum pres-
sure to the brake pedal during emergency–
panic stops. Since the vehicle maintains
steering responsiveness, you can never-
theless avoid possible obstacles with a
minimum of steering effort.
Pulsation at the brake pedal combines with
sounds from the hydraulic circuits to indi-
cate to the driver that ABS is in its active
mode.
Do not drive with your foot resting on
the brake pedal. Even light but
consistent pedal pressure can lead to high
temperatures, brake wear and possibly
even brake failure.<
Disc brakes
Driving in wet conditions
While 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 generated in this
process helps dry the pads and rotors to
ensure that full braking efficiency will then
be available when you need it.
Hills
You can retain full and unimpaired braking
efficiency by downshifting to a gear in
which only minimal brake applications are
needed when descending long or steep
downhill stretches.
You can further enhance the engine's
braking effect 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 68. This strategy helps you avoid
placing excessive loads on the brake
system.
Corrosion
When the vehicle is driven only occasion-
ally, 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 which must be exerted by
the pads during brake applications to clean
the rotors is not reached.
Should corrosion form on the brake rotors,
the brakes will tend to respond with a
pulsating effect that even extended appli-
cation will fail to cure.
Never allow the vehicle to coast with
the transmission in neutral – or with
the engine switched off; there is no engine
braking when the transmission is in neutral,
and no power-assist for brakes and
steering when the engine is not running.
Never allow floor mats, carpets or any other
objects to protrude into the area around the
accelerator and brake pedals and obstruct
their movement.<
Brake pads
If the brake pad wear indicator lamp
appears in the Check Control,
accompanied by a text: please take
careful note of the additional information in
the Control Display panel.
Warning lamp for Canadian models.
The brake pads have reached their
minimum pad thickness. Have them
replaced at your BMW center as soon as
possible.
For your own safety: use only brake
pads that BMW has released for your
particular vehicle model. Because 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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Cargo loading
Stowing cargo
> Load 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 loads when the rear seat
is not occupied, secure each safety belt in
the opposite buckle.
Securing the load
> Use the luggage net* or securing straps
to hold down small and light-weight
luggage and cargo, refer to page 40
> Heavy-duty cargo straps for securing
larger and heavier objects are available at
your BMW center
*. Anchorages for
attaching these heavy-duty straps have
been provided in your vehicle's luggage
compartment, refer to the illustration
> Please observe the special instructions
supplied with the cargo straps.
Always position and secure the load
correctly. If you do not, it can
endanger the passengers during braking or
evasive maneuvers.
Never exceed either the approved gross
vehicle weight or either of the approved
axle loads, refer to page 194, as excessive
loads can pose a safety hazard, and may
also place you in violation of highway
safety laws.
You should never transport heavy or hard
objects unsecured in the passenger
compartment, as they could fly around and
pose a safety hazard to the vehicle's occu-
pants during abrupt braking or evasive
maneuvers.<
Roof-mounted luggage
rack*
Anchorage points
The anchorage points are located within
the door openings.
A special rack system is available as an
option for your BMW. Please comply with
the precautions included with the installa-
tion instructions.
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
weight, the approved gross vehicle weight
or the axle loads when loading the rack.
You can find the specified weights in the
Technical data section on page 194.
Make sure that the load is not too heavy,
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 clear-
ance is maintained for raising the sliding/tilt
sunroof, and that objects do not project
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into the opening path of the luggage
compartment lid.
Secure roof-mounted cargo correctly and
securely to prevent it from shifting or being
lost during the trip.
Drive smoothly. Avoid sudden acceleration
and braking maneuvers. Take corners
gently.
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Navigation
This section contains various examples
that illustrate how the navigation system
provides you with reliable guidance to
your destination.
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Navigation
Safety
By allowing you to find your destination
without having to consult conventional
road maps as you drive, the navigation
system makes an important contribution to
traffic safety.
Enter data only when the vehicle is
stationary, and always obey all traffic
regulations and road signs in the event of
any contradiction between traffic or road
conditions and the instructions issued by
the navigation system. If you do not
observe this precaution, you may be in
violation of the law, and can endanger
vehicle occupants and other highway
users.<
GPS
GPS stands for Global Positioning System.
This integral component within your
vehicle's navigation system relies on refer-
ence satellites to determine the precise
location of your vehicle. The system oper-
ates by measuring the distance between
your vehicle and a minimum of three refer-
ence satellites.
The data monitored by the vehicle's
antenna and the GPS receiver are fed into
the navigation system's computer. The
computer then correlates the satellite posi-
tioning data with information furnished by
various other in-car systems such as the
ABS sensors, the inertial sensors and the
CD containing the system's digital road
map to obtain a basis for its subsequent
calculations.
The result: the navigation system provides
you with dependable guidance to your
destination.
Map CD
Map CDs are inserted in the navigation
computer located behind the cover on the
left side of the luggage compartment.
To ensure that your vehicle's navigation
system has access to the latest highway
network information, always load the most
recent CD version of the digital road map.
As is the case with conventional road
maps, the map CDs are subject to periodic
updates to ensure that they reflect the
latest information and surveys.
Map CDs are available at your BMW
center; refer to the listing for the BMW
center closest to you.<
Changing the map CD
As you drive, the computer will alert you
when you are leaving the area stored on
your current map CD; you should respond
by changing the map CD in the navigation
computer.
Map CDs contain road maps covering one
or more countries or regions.
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To change the map CD:
1. Press the button
The CD is ejected from the navigation
computer
2. Remove the CD
3. Insert the new CD with the labeled side
up
4. Allow eight seconds for the system to
scan the data from the new CD.
Starting the navigation
system
Select "Navigation."
A map will appear in the Control Display;
this usually shows the area around your
current position. This display will be contin-
ually updated as you drive.
When you park the vehicle before reaching
the entered destination, upon restarting
you will see the query "Continue route
guidance?" in the Control Display.
> When you enter "Yes" the guidance
system resumes active operation and the
last selected screen content appears in the
Control Display
> When you enter "No" the Control Display
returns to the destination entry mode.
Overview
Press controller to view the menu.
In the map display mode and during
active guidance the menu on the left
side of the screen will disappear after a few
moments if no further entries are made.<
Display in assistance
window*
You can also view the guidance system
display in the assistance window; it then
remains visible when you select a new
menu.
Select and confirm.
The following may now appear in the assis-
tance window:
> Map direction north
> Map in travel direction
> Arrow display
The contents of the assistance window is
continually updated as you drive.
To deactivate display:
1. Select "View" and confirm your selec-
tion
2. Reselect the most recent display mode
and confirm your selection.
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Selection options
In entering your destination you can select
from among the following options:
> Manual entry of destination address,
refer to next column
> To select town/city and street from the
directory, refer to page 128
> To select destination with map, refer to
page 128
> To select destination with Information,
refer to page 129
> To select from among recent destina-
tions, refer to page 130
> To select destination from address
book, refer to page 134.
After selecting your destination you can
proceed to start the guidance system,
refer to page 131.
Destination entry
Enter data only when the vehicle is
stationary, and always obey the traffic
regulations and road signs in the event of
any contradiction between traffic and road
conditions and the instructions issued by
the navigation system. If you do not
observe this precaution, you may be in
violation of the law, and can endanger
vehicle occupants and other highway
users.<
1. Press controller, select "Destinations"
and confirm your selection
2. Select and confirm "Dest. input"
These menu selections offer you various
options for entering your destination, as
described in the following section.
Manual entry of destination
address
The system relies on a wordmatch principle
to make it easier for you to enter names. It
supports various spellings as well as auto-
matic name completion, refer to page 136.
You can enter the address of your destina-
tion with "ABC..."
> "AS DEST." selects the entered address
as your destination
> The "AS ADDRESS" command can be
used to store the entered address in the
address book
You can store more than 50 addresses;
you can then import them directly from
your address book to the navigation
system as travel destinations, refer to
page 134.
Note the following special features:
> If you do not enter a street, the system
will guide you as far as the city limits
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> Depending on the data stored on your
map CD, you may also be able to enter the
house or building number on some streets
> You can skip the entry of country and
locality if the current entries are being
retained for your new destination
> You can overwrite street names if you
would like to proceed to another street
within the same locality.
The example shows how to use the naviga-
tion system to find the following destina-
tion:
United States
Beverly Hills, Ca
455 N Rexford Drive
To enter the destination address:
Select and confirm "ABC...".
Enter "Name"
1. Select "Name" and confirm your selec-
tion
2. Turn to select the letters, then confirm
your selections by pressing
Special characters:
Cancel selection process
Space bar function
Delete last digit
3. Select the name shown in the lower half
of the Control Display and confirm your
selection.
A name is not essential for guidance
or when you store an address in the
directory. Names are limited to 10 charac-
ters.
To select country of destination
When the name of a country appears in
white letters in the Control Display, this
indicates that data for more than one
country are stored on the map CD.
To select the United States as your country
of destination:
1. Select the displayed country name and
confirm. A list of available countries
appears in the display
2. Turn until "United States" is highlighted
3. Press to adopt your selection as your
destination.
Enter destination
"Town/city" or the name of the locality of
your last destination will now appear.
1. Select "Town/city" or the locality named
in the display and confirm your selection
2. Turn until "B" is highlighted
3. Press to confirm your selection.
A directory listing localities starting with the
letter "B" appears in the lower half of the
Control Display. The list grows smaller
each time you enter a new letter.
4. Enter "Beverly Hills" by selecting and
entering the letters individually
Special characters:
Cancel selection process
Space bar function
Delete last digit
5. Select name of locality from the direc-
tory and confirm your selection.
A town or city must be entered before
active guidance can start.<
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To enter street, house number and
intersection
"Street" or the name of the last street
entered will appear.
The entry procedure is the same as that
used for town or city.
After entering the street you can proceed to
select the house number, for instance:
"455."
1. Turn until "4" is highlighted
2. Press to confirm your selection.
Use the same procedure to select all of the
remaining digits in the house number.
Special characters:
Cancel selection process
Space bar function
Delete last digit
3. Select the number that appears in the
lower half of the Control Display and
confirm your selection.
If the selected house number is not
stored on the map CD, the system will
adopt the nearest available number.
The option for entering house numbers will
not be offered if no house numbers are
stored for the selected street on your map
CD. Active guidance to your destination
can start immediately.<
The procedure for entering intersections is
basically the same as that used for house
numbers.
Select the town or city and
the street from the directory
If you are uncertain about the precise name
of the city or town, or the street, the direc-
tory can assist you in entering this informa-
tion. It can show you all of the stored
localities in a given country as well as all of
the streets listed for any particular town or
city.
The directory appears as soon as you enter
a locality or street. You can obtain a more
selective listing by entering one or more
letters.
Map-guided destination
selection
Assume that you only know the general
location of your destination's street or
locality. The system offers you maps on
which you can mark your destination with a
target cursor; you can then import this
destination to the guidance system.
Select "With map" and confirm.
Turn the controller to adjust the scale.
Push the controller in the desired direction
to localize your destination.
If no further changes are made to the map,
after a brief pause the name of the street or
locality marked by the cursor will appear on
the screen.
Press controller to view other menu entries:
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> terminates "With map" mode
> "Next" returns to "With map"
> Select "Location" as the map's focus
again
> The "Save dest." feature is available only
in the scale ranges between 330 ft (100 m)
and 0.6 miles (1 km). You can select the
destination at the cursor position "AS
DEST." or enter it "AS ADDRESS" in the
address book. The navigation system will
show the location's latitude and longitude if
it is not able to determine a street. Before
you can select this position "AS DEST." or
enter it "AS ADDRESS" in the directory,
you must first enter the name, refer to
"ABC..."
> To activate and deactivate "Information"
mode. The map display will show symbols
for various points of general interest
according to the entered destination and
the current map scale.
You can also use the destination entry
map without entering a town or city if
you wish to select a destination and import
it using the cursor.<
Selecting destination in
Information
Assume that you are searching for a partic-
ular place within a town or city, such as a
hotel or restaurant, a filling station, the
nearest BMW center, tourist attractions, a
hospital.
Select "Information" and confirm.
1. Select "On current. loc." and confirm
2. Select the desired type of destination,
such as "Hotel/Motel" and confirm your
selection
3. A maximum of ten destinations now
appears on the right side of the Control
Display. These are listed by distance to
destination, while arrows also appear to
indicate their directions from your current
location
4. Select and confirm the destination
5. If you select
> the address, it will be transferred to the
destination list
> to scroll the display up or down
> the system returns to "ABC..."
Using the Voice Command system:
1. >>Navigation (menu)<<
(>>Navi (menu)<<)
2. >>Information (on) location<< (>>Infor-
mation (on) destination<<)
3. Enter the desired type of destination:
> >>Hotels<<
> >>Parking (spaces)<< (>>Parking
options<<)
> >>Gas stations<<.<
Selecting interesting
destinations
You are looking for an interesting destina-
tion in a specific locality or country. You
can obtain an overview from the map CD,
which contains listings of interesting desti-
nations in various categories.
Select "Information" and confirm.
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1. Select "On town/city" or "On country"
and confirm. The city/town entry display
appears in the Control Display
2. Enter desired town/city or country, then
select "Next" and confirm
3. Select your destination category, such
as "Airport" and confirm your selection.
"ABC.." appears on the Control Display
screen along with an alphabetical listing
containing all entries in the selected desti-
nation category. You can obtain a more
selective display of the information
contained in the directory by entering one
or more letters
4. Select the desired entry.
Recent destinations
To return to a recent destination
The system stores the last ten destinations
entered.
Select "Last destin." and confirm.
A list of the stored addresses appears on
the right side of the Control Display.
Confirm the desired destination and select
"AS DEST." You can also edit existing
entries, for instructions on how to proceed
refer to "ABC...".
"AS ADDRESS" stores the destination
address in the address book.
To delete all current entries:
Select and confirm.
Destination list
This is the most current listing of entered
destinations, with the most recent destina-
tions at the top of the list.
You can edit the entries in this list; start by
selecting an entry.
> Use the "CHANGE" command to enter
the edit mode, refer to "ABC...." for addi-
tional instructions. The entries are stored in
the address directory "AS ADDRESS" and
can then be imported to the destination list
with "ACCEPT".
> Use the "DELETE" command to delete
an entry
> Use to move the addresses in
the destination list. You can use this feature
to modify the travel route.
To delete all current entries:
Select and confirm.
Route selection
The navigation system also provides you
with the option of selecting a specific
travel route. You can define priorities for
determining your individual route:
> "Using motorway"
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or
>>(Route) (via) freeway<<.<
Freeways and major traffic arteries receive
top priority
> "Avoid motorway"
or
>>(Route) without freeway<<.<
Freeways are avoided where possible
> "Fastest route"
or
>>Fastest route<<.<
The system determines the fastest route;
the selection criteria are distance, vehicle
speed and potential sources of traffic
congestion
> "Shortest route"
or
>>Shortest route<<.<
Shortest travel distance, determined
without including time as a selection crite-
rion.
> "Avoid tolls"
The system avoids tollways whenever
possible in selecting the route (available in
the near future).
You can change the selected route as often
as you like, both when entering your desti-
nation and at any time while the system is
guiding you to it – the system revises its
travel recommendations accordingly.
1. Select "Route select" and confirm:
Various options are now listed on the right
side of the Control Display
or
>>Navigation (menu)<<
(>>Navi (menu)<<) and >>Route
selection<<.<
2. Select the priorities for your travel route
and confirm.
The navigation system relies on
specific processing criteria to deter-
mine your route. These vary according to
the different kinds of roads stored on the
map CD. As a result, the routes recom-
mended by the navigation system may not
always be the same ones that you would
choose based on personal experience.<
Starting the destination
guidance system
Select "Route guide" and confirm your
selection
or
>>Route guidance (on)<<.<
As the navigation computer determines
the route to your destination, the distance
and the true compass direction to your
destination will appear at the upper right of
the Control Display (not in all display
modes).
Once the system has determined your
travel route, the city or town of destination
will appear in the upper right corner of the
display. The system guides you in the
selected display mode, refer to page 132.
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The system also provides you with voice
instructions.
The system continues to guide you to
your destination when you select
another menu, suchas "Entertainment" or
"Climate control." Voice instructions will
inform you of upcoming turns well before
you arrive at the intersections.<
Displaying route
The "View" menu allows you to view your
current travel route at various resolutions.
Selecting display of route map
You can also select a map showing your
travel route while the system is guiding you
to your destination.
1. Select and confirm "View." If you do not
make any additional entries, the menu will
disappear from the screen after a brief
pause
2. Select "Dir. to north" and confirm your
selection
or
>>Map<<
Shows the navigation system's
map.<
During active guidance, the route
map will appear automatically when
you enter an area that is not completely
covered by your map CD.<
To change scale
Turn the controller.
The map scale is provided at the lower right
of the Control Display. You can press the
controller to cancel the menu display
or
1. >>(Change) scale<<.<
2. Enter the desired map scale.
Altering display direction
At scales of less than 1.2 miles (2 km) you
enjoy the option of deciding whether to
orient the map to north or toward your
current direction of travel.
1. Select and confirm "View." If you do not
make any additional entries the menu will
disappear from the screen after a brief
pause
2. Select "Dir. of travel" or "Dir. to north"
and confirm your selection.
To cancel route map
To switch to directional arrow mode:
1. Select "View" and confirm your selec-
tion. If you do not make any additional
entries the menu will disappear from the
screen after a brief pause
2. "Arrow display"
The display provides directional guidance
in the form of an arrow on the Control
Display and Info Display screens, refer to
page 14.
The arrow will follow the general
course when you travel through an
area for which your map CD does not
provide comprehensive coverage. This
feature is intended to assist you at cross-
roads and intersections.<
Display route list
You can access a listing of streets and
towns on your route whenever the guid-
ance system is active. This list is based on
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the navigation system's suggested travel
route.
The distances remaining to be traveled on
each individual road are also displayed.
1. Select "View" and confirm your selec-
tion. If you do not make any additional
entries the menu will disappear from the
screen after a brief pause
2. Select "Route" and confirm.
If the system has not yet completely
defined the travel route, "..." will appear in
the list.
select and confirm to cancel "Route"
mode.
Select new route
During active guidance you can revise the
navigation system's route recommenda-
tions to avoid particular stretches of road.
Enter the number of miles (kilometers) that
you want to travel before returning to the
original route.
Select "New route" and confirm your
selection.
"Avoid sect.":
The route list appears in the Control
Display. Select one or several connected
sections of the route that you wish to avoid
and confirm your selection.
You can correct erroneous entries by again
selecting and confirming the stretch of the
travel route to cancel its avoid status. You
can also replace the avoid section by
marking another stretch.
Use to exit from the route list and
calculate a new route.
"Avoid route":
You can also make a detour of up to
30 kilometers around selected sections of
the calculated route. Proceed by turning
the controller to confirm the desired detour
mileage, then confirm your selection. To
exit the "Avoid route" mode without modi-
fying your route, enter 0 miles (kilometers)
and confirm your entry.
Voice messages
To prevent the navigation system from
interrupting other audio sources, such as a
news program or traffic bulletin, you can
deactivate the voice guidance system.
Press the controller and select the desired
symbol during active guidance:
Activating and deactivating voice
guidance
or
>>Message (output) on<< or
>>Message (output) off<<.<
To repeat most recent instructions
with information on route or travel direc-
tion, regardless of whether voice guidance
system is on or off
Volume adjustment
You can increase and decrease the volume
of the navigation system's voice guidance
relative to that of the sound system.
Wait until the voice guidance is issuing
instructions, refer to page 141, then turn to
select the desired volume.
The navigation system's voice guidance
will continue to issue instructions at this
volume level, even if the other audio acces-
sories are set to minimum volume.
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Terminate/interrupt active
guidance
Select "Route guide" and confirm your
selection
or
1. >>Navigation (menu)<<
(>>Navi (menu)<<)
2. >>Route guidance off<<.<
The system suspends active guidance,
including voice guidance, until reactivated.
Creating a directory
You can also enter your current posi-
tion in the address book after leaving
the sector covered by the map CD. You
must also enter a designation for the loca-
tion in order to use this feature.<
To store addresses
To make it even easier to enter destina-
tions, the system lets you store more than
50 addresses for frequent destinations in
an address book.
Addresses can be entered from different
menus.
The system stores the current address in
the address book as "AS ADDRESS."
The first destination in the destination list
can be stored in a special address book for
the voice command system:
1. >>Navigation (menu)<<
(>>Navi (menu)<<)
2. >>Save destination per voice<<
(>>Save destination per voice recogni-
tion<<)
3. Assign a name to the destination's map
coordinates.<
To select an address
Select "Address book" and confirm your
entry.
A list of the stored addresses appears on
the right side of the Control Display.
To enter the desired address as a destina-
tion, select this address, then confirm your
selection and select "AS DEST."
You can edit existing entries in the address
book, for instructions on how to proceed
refer to "ABC..."
To access the address book using the
voice command system:
1. >>Navigation (menu)<<
(>>Navi (menu)<<)
2. Select destination entry mode:
> >>Destination input with address
book<<
You can select the destination from the
Control Display or using the voice
command system
> >>Destination input via navigation<<
(>>Destination input on screen<<)
You can select the destination on the
Control Display
> >>Destination input by voice<<
You can select your destination using the
voice command mode.<
Selecting destinations using voice
command system:
1. >>Select destination<<
(>>Select entry<<, >>Select name<<,
>>Select destination<<)
2. Enter destination.<
or
1. >>Navigation (menu)<<
(>>Navi (menu)<<)
2. >>Read out address book<<
> To scroll forward: >>Next<<
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> To scroll back: >>Back<<
> To repeat: >>Repeat<<
> To import to destination list: >>Select<<
(>>Destination selection<<)
3. To delete an entry: >>Delete entry<<
(>>Delete name<<).<
Home address
You can use to adopt your home
address as your destination.
Select and confirm.
> "AS DEST." adopts the current home
address as the destination
> You can enter and edit the home
address using the "ABC..." function
> "LOCATION" imports your current loca-
tion as the home address
> "AS ADDRESS" stores the entered
address or current location as your home
address.
Using the voice command system:
1. >>Navigation (menu)<<
(>>Navi (menu)<<)
2. >>Route guidance to home<<.<
To delete addresses
To delete individual entries:
1. >>Navigation (menu)<<
(>>Navi (menu)<<)
2. >>Delete entry<<
(>>Delete name<<, >>Delete destina-
tion<<).<
3. Select name.
To delete all current entries:
Select and confirm your selection
or
1. >>Navigation (menu)<<
(>>Navi (menu)<<)
2. >>Delete address book<<.<
Location
Display of current location
1. Select "Location" and confirm.
You can request the current location of
your BMW or view a display showing your
map location. If the navigation system is
unable to identify a town or city, your
current longitude and latitude will appear.
If the address is extended to include
"Street" and "Intersection" (refer to
"ABC..." for further instructions), this infor-
mation can be adopted as the current loca-
tion using "ACCEPT."
"AS ADDRESS" can be used to import your
current location into the address book; you
can also enter a name as desired. Entry of a
name is mandatory for locations identified
only by their map coordinates.
Entering the location
We recommend that you avoid entering
subsequent corrections of your location
unless absolutely necessary. After trans-
port by truck or rail, etc., the GPS receiver
may require several minutes to determine
your current location. You can reduce the
amount of time the system requires to
determine your location by entering it
manually.
To enter your current location:
1. Select and confirm "Location"
2. The procedure for entering your current
location is the same as that used to enter
your destination, refer to page 126.
Once effective GPS reception has
been established it will no longer be
possible to revise your position manually.<
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Wordmatch principle
Your navigation system features a word-
match system designed to make it easier
for you to enter names. The system runs
ongoing checks, comparing your destina-
tion entries with the data stored on the map
CD as the basis for instant response. The
user benefits include:
> When you make an entry that consists of
more than one word, the system can iden-
tify the name regardless of the sequence in
which you enter the individual words.
Example:
Official version:
J.F. Kennedy Square
Possible entries:
Kennedy Square J.F.
or:
Square J.F. Kennedy
> Names of specific locations can also
vary from the official versions provided that
the spelling of the entry corresponds to a
standard 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 unambig-
uous identification.
Example:
For instance, if you were searching for Iowa
Ave NW in Washington, the system could
identify the street as soon as you typed in
the letter "o" and would proceed to
complete the entry automatically
> The system only accepts name entries
beginning with letters that are stored on the
map CD. The system will not accept non-
existent names and addresses.
What to do if …
What to do if …
> you request the current location of your
vehicle, but do not receive a precise
display?
The system is unable to receive enough
GPS signals at your current location owing
to obstructions, your location is not yet
available on your CD, or the system is in the
process of calculating your location. Please
wait and then try again later on.
> the GPS logo disappears from the
Control Display screen?
Reception is interrupted; a building or
similar obstruction may be the cause.
> the guidance system refuses to import
an address from the destination directory
as its destination?
The address is in the list, but not on the
map CD currently in use. Choose an
address as close as possible to the original
one, using the destination entry map as
required.
> the guidance system adopts an address
without the street?
No specified center is defined for the
selected locality on your CD. Enter any
street, or a destination such as the railway
station, etc., then start the guidance
system.
> you want to enter an address for the
guidance system, but it is not possible to
select the letters for your desired entry?
The address is in the list, but not on the
map CD currently in use. In this case, the
system will not offer you any letters to
choose from. Choose an address as close
as possible to the original one, using the
destination entry map as required.
> you attempt to enter a destination
address using the target cursor, but the
guidance system refuses to accept your
entry?
Your current scale does not offer adequate
resolution. The system can only import
destinations at map scales to 0.6 miles
(1 km).
> the system stops furnishing directions
on which way to turn as you approach
intersections?
You are driving in an area that has not yet
been completely recorded on the map CD.
Instead of an arrow indicating a turn, you
will see an arrow which indicates the
general direction of your planned route;
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or
you have left the recommended route and
the system requires a few seconds to
calculate a new recommended route.
> while the destination route map has
automatically been adopted for display?
You are driving in an area that has not yet
been recorded on the map CD. The guid-
ance system cannot operate under these
conditions. However, you will see the
current position of your BMW in the map
display to help you orient yourself.
> the battery has been disconnected?
It will take approx. 15 minutes for the
system to resume operation.
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Entertainment
This chapter is intended to assist
you in deriving maximum listening
pleasure from radio broadcasts,
cassettes, CDs and MDs.
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Sound system
Controls
The cassette deck, or CD or MD player, is
installed in the instrument panel. Local user
controls for these sound systems are also
provided at this location. The illustration
shows a CD player as an example.
1 Sound system controls
> Press: switch on/off sound systems
> Turn: adjusting volume
2 CD, MD, or cassette slot
3 Eject CD, MD or cassette
4 Station scan/track search
> Station scan
> Tape fast-forward/reverse
> Title search for CD, MD and cassette
Additional control options are available in
the "Entertainment" menu.
> "FM..." and "AM..."
Select waveband
> "WB"
Select weather band
> Switches between sound systems
"Tape," "CD," "MD" and
> "Memory"
Storing a station and sound settings
You can also control the radio, CD and MD
players, CD changer, and the cassette
deck using the buttons incorporated in the
steering wheel, refer to page 18 as well as
via the voice command system, see
page 26.
Care instructions
Comprehensive descriptions and instruc-
tions can be found in the Car Care manual.
To switch on/off
or
>>Radio (on)<< and >>Radio off<<
(>>Audio off<<).<
The system returns to the most recently
selected sound system – radio, cassette,
CD or MD.
Using with ignition off
The sound system remains available for
use for a period of approx. 20 minutes after
you switch off the ignition.
Switching the ignition off simultaneously
switches off the sound system.
Switch on again as desired.
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It is not possible to operate the
system using the control buttons in
the steering wheel when the ignition is off.
To avoid discharging the battery you
should always switch off the sound system
when leaving the vehicle.<
Volume adjustment
Adjusting volume
Turn adjust the desired volume level.
The sound system automatically
reverts to its mute mode whenever
you use your mobile phone.<
Tone control
Playing audio recordings
You can choose from the following tone
settings:
> Treble:
To amplify or reduce high frequencies
> Bass:
To amplify or reduce low frequencies
> Balance:
Left-to-right balance
> Fader:
Front-to-rear adjustment, high/low volume
> Reset:
This feature resets the tone settings to their
standard, default settings
> Speed vol.:
Speed-sensitive volume adjustment.
Tone settings can be made separately
for each sound system, i.e., radio,
CD, MD and cassette. When you then
select a new sound system the system
automatically adopts the stored settings.<
Tone adjustment
1. Select and confirm "Memory"
2. Select and confirm "Tone"
3. Select desired tone settings
> Treble and bass
Select treble or bass. Press and turn the
controller to adjust the tone
> Balance and fader
Select balance or fader. Press and turn the
controller to adjust the tone
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> "Speed vol."
Raises volume as vehicle speed increases.
Press and turn the controller to select a
response level of between 1 and 6
Resetting the tone settings
You can reset all tone settings for all sound
systems – radio, CD, MD or cassette – to
the standard default settings.
Select and confirm "RESET."
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Radio
Select the frequency band
Your radio provides reception of FM and
AM wavebands.
AM provides good long-range reception,
as its broadcast signals are not only propa-
gated at ground level as surface waves, but
also reflected from the ionosphere as
atmospheric waves.
FM furnishes substantially better acoustic
quality than AM broadcasts. However,
transmission range is limited, as FM relies
on line-of-sight broadcast signals.
To select waveband:
Select "FM..." or "AM..."
or
1. >>Radio (menu)<<
2. >>FM<< or >>AM<< (>>amplitude
modulation<<).<
Each time you confirm "AM" the
system alternately switches between
the AM waveband and the "Autostore"
mode.
Each time you confirm "FM" the system
alternately switches between "Memorized
Station" and the "Autostore" mode.<
Information display
The current waveband selection appears in
the Control Display, for instance, in the FM
waveband:
> "Memorized Station"
FM waveband
> "03"
Number of memory location along with
broadcast frequency.
The frequency of the currently selected
station appears in the lower status line,
refer to page 25.
Station selection
Manual station selection
To search for a particular station by
selecting its frequency
To select a station
Press or maintain pressure until the desired
station appears in the display
or
1. >>Radio (menu)<<
2. >>Frequency 87 ..107 (Point
0 ..9) (megahertz)<<.<
Sample and select – Scan
The automatic Scan search feature auto-
matically plays a brief sample from each
station in the selected waveband.
1. Select "SCAN" in the Control Display
and confirm your selection.
The unit starts its station search in the scan
mode
2. To select station
Confirm "SCAN" a second time.
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This cancels the scan function, and the
radio remains on the current station.
Scan
To start scan:
Press briefly or maintain pressure.
The scan mode begins with the currently
selected frequency.
The scan mode is stopped as soon as a
station is found.
The frequency of the station appears in the
bottom status line, refer to page 25.
Next station
Press to select the desired direction
or
1. >>Radio (menu)<<
2. >>Next station<< or
>>Station back<<.<
The system scans for the next station.
Storing and retrieving a
station
Memory locations
Your radio can store 30 stations:
> You can store as many as 18 stations in
the FM waveband
> You can store up to 12 stations in the
AM waveband.
Each time you confirm "AM" the
system alternately switches between
the AM waveband and the "Autostore"
mode.
Each time you confirm "FM" the system
alternately switches between "Memorized
Station" and the "Autostore" mode.<
Storing a station
1. Select and confirm "Memory"
2. Select the waveband
"M FM" or "M AM"
Each time you confirm "AM" the system
alternately switches between the AM
waveband and the "Autostore" mode.
Each time you confirm "FM" the system
alternately switches between "Memorized
Station" and the "Autostore" mode.
3. To select a station:
> "SCAN"
The tuner briefly samples each station in
sequence, stopping at the selected station
when the scan function is cancelled
> "MANUAL"
You can select stations manually by turning
the controller
4. To store a station:
Select "Memorize" and confirm your selec-
tion
5. Select memory location
Turn the controller to select a memory
location and confirm your entry.
The station is now stored.
The autostore utility's "AUTO" feature auto-
matically selects and stores the stations
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providing the best reception in the AM and
FM wavebands.
To select a stored station
1. Select the waveband
"FM" or "AM"
Each time you confirm "AM" the system
alternately switches between the AM
waveband and the "Autostore" mode.
Each time you confirm "FM" the system
alternately switches between "Memorized
Station" and the "Autostore" mode.
2. Turn and press the controler to select a
stored station
or
1. >>Radio (menu)<<
2. >>Station 1 ..12<<.<
Weather Band
Weather Radio is a service of the National
Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration –
NOAA – of the U.S. Department of
Commerce. Weather messages are
repeated every four to six minutes and are
routinely revised every one to three hours,
or more frequently if needed. Most of the
stations operate 24 hours daily. During
severe weather, National Weather Service
forecasters can interrupt the routine
weather broadcasts and substitute special
warning messages. If you have a question
concerning NOAA Weather Radio, please
contact your nearest National Weather
Service Office, or write to National Weather
Service – Attn: W/OM11–, National Oceanic
and Atmospheric Administration, 1325
East-West Highway, Silver Spring, MD.
20910.
To select Weather Band
1. Select "WB" and confirm your selection
2. Turn and press to select a broadcast
frequency/channel in the Weather Band.
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CD Compact Disc
You may experience playback prob-
lems, such as skips, when using CDs
that you have copied at home.<
Starting
Insert the CD in the slot.
If a CD is already inserted in the CD-player:
To start play
Select "CD" and confirm your selection
or
>>CD on<<.<
To stop play
The CD emerges slightly from the
CD player
or
switch off sound system, refer to page 140
or
switch to radio or CD player, refer to
page 140 or see above
or
1. >>CD (menu)<<
2. >>CD off<< (>>Audio off<<).<
Using the buttons to search
for music tracks
Track search
To select a direction
Press repeatedly, continuing until you
reach the desired track
or
1. >>CD (menu)<<
2. >>(CD) Next track<< or
>>(CD) Track back<<.<
The CD will start play at the title selected.
Fast forward/reverse
1. To select the direction
Press and hold the button. The tracks can
be heard, but the sound is distorted.
2. To interrupt the fast forward/reverse,
release the button.
The CD will start play at the point selected.
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Searching for music tracks
in the Control Display
To select music track
Select music track and confirm your selec-
tion
or
1. >>CD (menu)<<
2. >>(CD) Track l 1 ..30<<.<
Sample and select – Scan
The system plays a brief sample from each
CD track.
1. To start sampling:
Select "SCAN" and confirm your selection
2. To select a track:
Confirm "SCAN" a second time to cancel
the scan function. Play resumes at the
point on the CD at which sampling was
interrupted.
Random sequence – Random
The music tracks on the CD are played in a
random sequence – Random.
To start random play:
Select "RND" and confirm your selection.
To cancel the random mode:
Select another function.
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CD changer
Location
The BMW CD changer with a storage
capacity of 6 CDs is installed above the
glove compartment.
Removing the CD magazine
To insert or remove CDs from the storage
magazine you must first remove it from the
CD changer:
1. Press button 1, the panel 2 rises
2. The CD magazine is ejected and can be
removed.
Loading/removing CDs from
magazine
When inserting and removing CDs
always remember to grasp them on
the edge, taking care to avoid touching the
data side with its mirror finish.<
To load:
Insert the CD in its slot with the label side
on top.
To unload:
Pull out the drawer and remove the CD, as
shown in the illustration.
To insert the CD magazine
1. Press button 1, the panel rises
2. Ensure that the arrow symbol is pointing
toward the CD player and slide the maga-
zine all the way in. The cover panel closes
automatically.
The CD changer then automatically
scans the content of all inserted CDs.
After approx. 30 seconds the player is
ready for operation.<
Operating temperatures
To avoid possible malfunctions,
refrain from using the CD changer at
temperatures outside a range extending
from +5 7 to +140 7 (–15 6 to +60 6).
Even when switched off, the unit should
never be exposed to temperatures outside
a range extending from –13 7 to +185 7
(–25 6 to +85 6).<
Atmospheric humidity
High levels of humidity inside the unit can
condense on the laser's scan lens and
prevent it from reading the CD.
Precautions when using laser
equipment
The BMW CD changer is a Class 1 laser
product.
Never remove the cover from the
housing. Do not operate the unit if the
cover is damaged. Operation without the
cover can lead to serious eye injury from
invisible laser beams.
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Always refer all repair and maintenance
operations to qualified technicians.<
Starting and stopping the
CD changer
You may experience playback prob-
lems, such as skips, when using CDs
that you have copied at home.<
Starting
1. Insert the CD magazine
2. Select and confirm
or
>>CD on<<.<
After a few seconds, play will resume at the
point where the CD stopped earlier.
After you reload the CD changer, play
will automatically restart with the CD
in the lowest slot loaded, for instance,
CD 1, Track 1.<
Stopping
Switch off audio systems, refer to page 140
or
Select radio, refer to page 140, cassette,
refer to page 153, MD, refer to page 151,
or CD player, refer to page 146
or
1. >>CD changer (menu)<<
2. >>CD off<< (>>Audio off<<).<
Status displays
The CD magazine's load status is indicated
in the Control Display.
If the display fails to detect a CD that
you have loaded in the magazine,
check to ensure that the CD has been
inserted correctly and inspect it for signs of
defects.<
Searching for music tracks
in the Control Display
To select CD
Select a CD and confirm your entry
or
1. >>CD changer (menu)<<
2. >>CD (number) 1 ..6<<.<
Playback starts on the first track. At the
end of the last track, the next CD will be
selected.
Sample and select – Scan
The system automatically plays a brief
sample from each of the tracks on the
current CD.
1. To start sampling:
Select "SCAN" and confirm your selection.
Following the final track this CD is played
starting at track 1
2. To select a track:
Confirm "SCAN" a second time to cancel
the scan function. Play resumes at the
point on the CD at which sampling was
interrupted.
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Random sequence – Random
In this mode the music tracks on the
current CD are played in a random
sequence – Random.
To start random play:
Select "RND" and confirm your selection.
To cancel the random mode:
Select any other function except skip track.
Using the buttons to search
for music tracks
To select music track
1. >>CD changer (menu)<<
2. >>(CD) track 1 ..12<<, or
>>CD (number) 1 ..12, Track 1 ..30<<.<
Track search
To select a direction
Press repeatedly, continuing until you
reach the desired track on the current CD
or
1. >>CD changer (menu)<<
2. >>(CD) Next track<< or
>>(CD) track back<<.<
The CD will start play at the title selected.
Fast forward/reverse
1. To select the direction
Press and hold the button. You can hear
the tracks, although the sound will be
distorted
2. To interrupt the fast forward/reverse,
release the button.
The system will continue play at the point
on the CD at which the button was
released.
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MiniDisc MD
Starting
Insert the MiniDisc.
If a MiniDisc is already in the MD player:
To start play
Select "MD" and confirm your entry
or
>>Mini-Disc on<<.<
Stopping
The MiniDisc emerges from the MD player
or
switch off sound systems, refer to
page 140
or
switch to radio or CD player, refer to
page 140 or page 146
or
1. >>MiniDisc (menu)<<
2. >>MiniDisc off<<
(>>Audio off<<).<
Using the buttons to search
for music tracks
Track search
To select a direction
Press repeatedly, continuing until you
reach the desired track
or
1. >>MiniDisc (menu)<<
2. >>(MiniDisc) Next track<< or
>>(MiniDisc) track back<<.<
The MD will start playing at the title
selected.
Fast forward/reverse
1. To select the direction
Press and hold the button. The tracks can
be heard, but the sound is distorted
2. To interrupt the fast forward/reverse,
release the button.
The MD will start playing at the point
selected.
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Searching for music tracks
in the Control Display
To select music track
Select music track and confirm your selec-
tion
or
1. >>MiniDisc (menu)<<
2. >>(MiniDisc) track 1 ..30<<.<
Sample and select – Scan
The system proceeds through the disc and
briefly plays a sample from each track in
succession.
1. To start sampling:
Select "SCAN" and confirm your selection.
2. To select a track:
Confirm "SCAN" a second time to cancel
the scan function. Play resumes at the
point on the CD at which sampling was
interrupted.
Random play sequence – Random
The music tracks on the MD are played in a
random sequence – Random.
To start random play:
Select "RND" and confirm your selection.
To cancel the random mode:
Select another function.
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Cassette
Starting
Slide the cassette all the way into the slot,
ensuring that the side with the exposed
tape is on the right.
If a cassette is already in the slot:
To start play
Select "Tape" and confirm your selection
or
>>Tape on<<.<
Selecting side A or B
Select "Side" and confirm your selection
or
1. >>Tape (menu)<<
2. >>Tape reverse<<
(>>(Tape) other side<<).<
Switching booktape on/off
Select "Booktape" and confirm your selec-
tion
Each time you confirm "booktape" the deck
alternately switches between the two
booktape tracks and the standard stereo
sound track.
The selected booktape track is indicated as
"Booktape 1" or "Booktape 2."
When you change tape sides with the
"Side" command the deck reverts to
playing the standard stereo tape.
Stopping
The cassette emerges from the slot
or
deactivate audio system, refer to page 140
or
switch to radio or CD player, refer to
page 140 or page 146
or
1. >>Tape (menu)<<
2. >>Tape off<< (>>Audio off<<).<
Noise suppression
Dolby B and C are systems designed to
suppress noise and hiss during playback of
audio cassettes.
It amplifies high frequencies during
recording, and reduces their intensity
during playback. Because background
noise consists primarily of high frequencies
generated during play, this strategy results
in lower levels of background noise.
Dolby and the symbol are registered
trademarks of the Dolby Laboratories
Licensing Corporation.
To turn Dolby on/off
Activate only when playing cassettes
that were recorded with Dolby B or
Dolby C, as the quality of sound reproduc-
tion will otherwise suffer from a loss of
high-frequency response.<
1. Select "Tape" and confirm your selec-
tion
2. Select "Dolby..." and continue pressing
until you obtain the best sound quality. The
system progresses through a selection
sequence of Dolby B, Dolby C and Dolby
off.
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The selected noise-suppression mode is
indicated as "Dolby B" or "Dolby C."
Music track search
Fast forward/reverse
To select the direction
Press twice briefly or once for a longer
period
or
1. >>Tape (menu)<<
2. >>(Tape) next<< or
>>(Tape) back<<.<
When it reaches the end of the tape, the
player automatically switches to the other
side.
To cancel the music track search
Music search
For the music search feature to
operate, pauses of at least 4 seconds
must be present between the individual
music selections.<
To use music search
The tape is wound forward or back to the
next music selection, and switches to the
other track when it reaches the end of the
current side.
To cancel the music search
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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.
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Using your mobile phone
Safety notice
For your own safety
Your in-car phone makes life more conve-
nient in many ways, and can even save
lives in an emergency. While you should
consult your mobile phone's separate
manual for a detailed description of safety
precautions and information, we request
that you direct your particular attention to
the following:
Adjustments
To avoid posing a danger to yourself
and other road users, never adjust the
system settings unless your vehicle is
completely stationary.<
Using the phone in your vehicle
Using a hand-held mobile phone to
make and receive calls while driving is
now illegal in virtually every country in the
world. Always use your hands-free system,
or stop your vehicle in an area where you
will not pose a safety hazard to other road
users.<
Vehicles and mobile phones
Do not use your phone from within a
garage, or near an open hood. The air
in these areas could contain fuel vapors,
and the mobile phone might generate
sparks that could result in burns.
This same precaution applies to open
luggage compartment lids on vehicles
equipped for operation using natural gas or
hydrogen, and to all vehicles with luggage
compartment-mounted batteries.<
Antenna
When using the phone, ensure that all
persons in the area are at least 20 in
(50 cm) from the antenna. Never use your
BMW mobile phone if the antenna is
damaged. Contact between your skin and
a damaged antenna can result in minor
burns.
If the antenna is damaged, have it replaced
immediately.<
Special environmental conditions
Always switch off your BMW mobile
phone in areas where blasting work is
being conducted with explosives. The
phone signals could potentially act as a
high-frequency transmitter and set off
explosions.
Always switch off your BMW mobile phone
in areas where an increased explosion
danger is present. This category includes
filling stations along with fuel and chemical
storage depots, etc., and all areas in which
the air can contain fuel, chemicals or metal
particles. Under these conditions, your
BMW mobile phone could conceivably
generate sparks that could lead to a fire or
explosion. Always observe all legal regula-
tions governing the use of cell phones in
the vicinity of filling stations, chemical
factories and other areas where an explo-
sion potential exists.
Never use the BMW mobile phone in
aircraft; do not use this mobile phone in
hospitals, care centers or at other locations
where medical equipment may be in oper-
ation, such as accident sites, etc.
Your service provider can furnish you with
more detailed information on legal regula-
tions governing the use of your phone.<
Medical equipment
Mobile phones can generate interfer-
ence capable of preventing hearing
aids and cardiac pacemakers from oper-
ating correctly. If you or any occupant of
the vehicle will be using such equipment,
consult a physician or the manufacturer of
the equipment to determine whether it is
adequately shielded against high-
frequency energy.<
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Batteries
Never attempt to open your BMW
mobile phone or its battery. Use only
approved battery types – the wrong battery
can destroy your cell phone.
To avoid possible short circuits, after
removing a battery you should never allow
it to come into contact with metallic
surfaces of any kind.<
Disposing of used batteries
Return used batteries to a recycling
collection point or to your BMW
center.<
Care instructions
You can find everything you need to know
about caring for your mobile phone in the
separate "Mobile Phone" manual and in our
supplementary publication on "Car care."
Operation
For information on operating your
mobile phone please consult the
separate manual.<
You can also operate your BMW mobile
phone using the
> controls on the steering wheel, refer to
page 18
> Control Display
> Key Pad
> voice command system.
Control Display
The "Communication" menu provides you
with access to your telephone directory,
the Top 8 list and your redial list. After
selecting the desired entry you can dial and
establish a connection using either the
button in the steering wheel or the Phone
Board; the call number appears in the
upper status line, refer to page 25.
You can also read messages from calls the
system has received in your absence if
message service is cellular provider acti-
vated.
You can alternate between the two pages
of the "Communication" menu
with and .
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Key Pad
The Key Pad allows you to use all of your
BMW Mobile Phone's basic functions
without ever picking up the receiver.
Conversations are automatically routed
through the hands-free system.
The Key Pad is available for operation
with the ignition switch in the radio
mode and above, refer to page 61.<
1 Briefly press the Key Pad, it will extend
automatically.
When you are done using the Key Pad,
press it back in, continuing until the detent
engages.
It is not possible to remove the Key
Pad.<
2 Press briefly: end call
Maintain pressure: switch BMW mobile
phone on and off
3 Press briefly: delete the last digit entered
Maintain pressure: delete the entire
number
4 Press briefly: dial or accept call
5 Enter digits 1–9
6 Symbol entry
7 Enter the digit 0
8 Press briefly: symbol entry
Maintain pressure: pause for dialling in the
DTMF mode
Key Pad control buttons
Key Pad digit buttons
Key Function/Operation
Press briefly: end call
Extended pressure: switch BMW Mobile Phone on and off
Incoming calls: accept call
After entering phone number: establish a connection
Press briefly: delete the last digit entered
Extended pressure: delete the entire number
Key Function/Operation
Enter digits
Enter special character #
Enter special character *
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Hands-free system
On vehicles prewired for installation of a
mobile phone, the hands-free microphone
is located on the front headliner.
The hands-free system is automatically
activated whenever you establish or
receive a call using the following:
> Button in the steering wheel
> Control Display
> Key Pad
> Voice command system.
To make SOS call
The emergency SOS call function is avail-
able only when the mobile phone receiver/
handset is in its tray.
To make call manually
Maintain pressure on button, see arrow, for
at least 1 second.
The system automatically triggers an
emergency SOS call
> when an airbag deploys
> in response to severe rear impact
> if the vehicle rolls over.
The indicator lamp in the button flashes.
If the vehicle is not equipped with a naviga-
tion system the phone system will automat-
ically establish contact to the standard 911
emergency number.
If the vehicle is equipped with a navigation
system, the phone system will automati-
cally establish contact with the BMW
ASSIST emergency call center. The system
also transmits the vehicle's current location
to the center at the same time. Following
transmission of the data a confirmation
message will appear in the Control Display.
The emergency call center can initiate
immediate action for emergency assis-
tance.
If conditions allow, remain in the
vehicle until the connection has been
established. You will then be able to
provide a detailed description of the situa-
tion.
If the indicator lamp flashes, but you are
unable to hear the emergency call center
through the hands-free system, this could
indicate (for instance) that the hands-free
system is no longer operational. Under
these conditions you may be able to
continue the call using your BMW mobile
phone.
Misuse of the emergency call system is
forbidden under penalty of law.<
Initial operation
Press button 1 and insert the plug in the
mobile phone.
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Before starting off place the BMW
mobile phone in the tray, see arrow.
You can then operate it with the in-car
controls. Terminate calls using the same
control feature with which the call was initi-
ated.<
Getting started
Switching your BMW mobile phone
on and off
You can switch your BMW mobile
phone on and off by maintaining
extended pressure on the Key Pad.
Using the Voice Command system:
>>Telephone on<<.<
Enter lock code
If, after switching on the telephone, you are
requested by a message from the Control
Display to enter the lock code:
Enter lock code, for instance 1234 .
Confirm your entry with the
key.
To place a call
Enter the desired phone number
Press.
The phone number appears in the Control
Display's status line. If a number that you
dialed earlier appears maintain pressure on
the
button.
The new phone number can now be dialed.
Using the voice command system:
1. >>Dial (telephone) number<<
2. Enter the phone number
> To delete the entire number:
>>Delete (number)<< (>>Wrong<<,
>>Correction<<)
3. >>Done<< (>>Save<<, >>Dial<<).<
Always remember to enter the
complete telephone number,
including the area code, even if you are
currently in the same area as the number
that you wish to contact.<
End call
Press
After conducting a call using the button in
the steering wheel or the voice command
system, you can terminate the call using
the button.
Telephone directory
You must enter your mobile phone's tele-
phone directory in the voice command
system before it will be available for access
using voice commands. This creates a
special voice command telephone direc-
tory. If changes are then made to the direc-
tory using the voice command system,
these modifications will apply exclusively
to the voice directory, and not to the direc-
tory in the mobile phone.
Creating and updating voice
command telephone directory
1. >>Telephone (menu)<<
2. >>Load telephone book<<
(>>Update telephone book<<)<
The entries in the mobile phone's tele-
phone directory appear sequentially in the
Info Display.
You must assign a specific name to each
number that you wish to transfer to the
voice command telephone directory. These
numbers will no longer be requested during
updates.
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To make a new entry in the voice
command telephone directory
Using the voice command system:
1. >>Save name<<
2. Enter name and repeat entry upon
request
3. Enter phone numbers
4. >>Save<<.<
Dialing from phone directory
1. Select "Communication"
> Select "A-Z" and confirm
An alphabetical listing of the entries in the
phone directory appears on the right side
of the Control Display
> Select "1,2,3" and confirm
The entries in the telephone directory
appear on the right side of the Control
Display.
2. After selecting the desired entry you can
dial and establish a connection using the
button in the steering wheel or the Key Pad,
the phone number appears in the upper
status line, refer to page 25.
Depending upon which version of the
BMW mobile phone you have, it may
be possible to store several phone
numbers under each entry. The following
symbols are used to identify the phone
numbers in the Control Display:
home, office, mobile phone,
fax, pager.<
Using the voice command system:
1. >>Select name<<
2. Enter name.<
The system dials the number.
To view entries
Using the voice command system:
>>Read out (telephone book)<<
> To scroll forward:
>>Next entry<< (>>Next name<<, >>Entry
next<<, >>Name next<<)
> To scroll back:
>>Previous entry<< (>>Previous name<<,
>>Entry back<<, >>Name back<<)
> To repeat entry:
>>Once again<<
> To call:
>>Dial (name)<<.<
To delete individual entries
Using the voice command system:
1. >>Telephone (menu)<<
2. >>Delete name<<
(>>Delete entry<<)
3. Enter name.<
Deleting the entire telephone
directory
Using the voice command system:
1. >>Telephone (menu)<<
2. >>Delete telephone book<<.<
To select a number from the
Top 8 list
The eight numbers that you call most
frequently are automatically stored in the
Top 8 list. The number called most often
appears at the top of the list.
1. Select "Top 8" from the "Communica-
tion" menu and confirm your selection
2. Select an entry from the list that now
appears in the display, and confirm your
selection
3. After selecting the desired entry you can
dial and establish a connection using the
button in the steering wheel or the Key Pad,
the phone number appears in the upper
status line, refer to page 25.
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Redialing, including
numbers not initially
reached
Both numbers that you reached on your
earlier attempt and numbers that were
unavailable are automatically stored in your
redialing list. The last number dialed is at
the top of the list.
1. Select "Communication"
2. Select and confirm "Last"
3. Select an entry from the list that now
appears in the display, and confirm your
selection
4. After selecting the desired entry you can
dial and establish a connection using the
button in the steering wheel or the Key Pad,
the phone number appears in the upper
status line, refer to page 25.
You can use the voice command system to
redial the last number called:
>>Redial<<.<
Missed calls
Provided that the phone numbers have
been received by the system, you can also
request a display of all calls registered in
your absence if this feature is cellular
provider activated.
1. Select "Communication"
2. Select and confirm "Missed"
3. Select an entry from the list that now
appears in the display, and confirm your
selection.
4. After selecting the desired entry you can
dial and establish a connection using the
button in the steering wheel or the Key Pad,
the phone number appears in the upper
status line, refer to page 25.
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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 how to deal
with any problems that may occur.
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Refueling
Fuel filler door
Always switch off the engine before
refueling. If you do not, fuel cannot be
filled into the tank and a message in the
Check Control will appear.<
To open and close: press the rear edge of
the fuel filler door.
Manual release
In the event of an electrical defect in the
system, you can release the fuel filler door
manually:
1. Lift the handle to remove the cover
panel on the right side of the luggage
compartment
2. Extract and then pull the handle with the
fuel pump symbol.
Always observe all applicable precau-
tions and regulations when handling
fuels. Never carry spare fuel containers in
your vehicle. Whether empty or full, these
containers can leak, cause an explosion,
and lead to fire in the event of a collision.<
Simple and environmentally friendly
When handling fuels always observe
any safety guidelines posted at the
filling station.<
Keep the filler cap in the bracket attached
to the fuel filler door.
When refueling, insert the filler nozzle
completely into the filler pipe. Pulling the
nozzle out of the pipe during refueling
> 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.
Close the filler cap carefully after
refueling, continuing until you hear
the detent engage. While closing, be sure
not to pinch the strap between the cap and
the filler pipe. A loose or missing cap will
activate a message in the Check Control.<
Fuel tank capacity, approx. 23.2 US gallons
(88 litres), including the reserve capacity of
approx. 2.6 gallons (10 litres).
Never attempt to continue driving
until the tank is completely empty, as
engine functions could be affected, and the
vehicle could sustain damage as a result.<
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Fuel specifications
The engine uses lead-free gasoline only.
Required fuel:
> Premium Unleaded Gasoline,
min. 91 AKI.
AKI = Anti-Knock Index.
Do not use leaded fuels. The use of
leaded fuels will cause permanent
damage to the system's oxygen sensor and
the catalytic converter.<
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Wheels and tires
Tire inflation pressure
Information for your safety
The factory-mounted radial tires have been
specially selected to provide optimal
performance when installed on your
vehicle; if properly cared for they will
furnish a combination of tremendous safety
and excellent ride comfort.
It is not merely the tire's service life, but
also driving comfort and – above all else –
driving safety that depend on the condition
of the tires and the maintenance of the
specified tire pressure.
Incorrect inflation pressure is a frequent
cause of tire damage. Tire inflation pres-
sures also have a substantial effect on your
BMW's handling response.
Check tire inflation pressures regu-
larly – at least every two weeks and
before beginning a longer trip. If you fail to
observe this precaution you may be driving
on tires with incorrect tire pressures, a
condition that can not only compromise
your vehicle's stability, but also lead to tire
damage and the risk of an accident.
Remember to check the inflation pressure
in your spare tire. Inflate the spare tire to
the highest pressure specified for any tire
on the vehicle.<
The inflation pressures, provided on a label
affixed to the B-pillar, are visible when the
driver's door is open.
To check tire pressures
The table on the next page provides the
correct inflation pressures for cool
(ambient temperature) tires in psi/kilo-
pascal.
Vehicles with RDC Tire Pressure Monitor:
Remember to reactivate the system after
correcting your tire pressures, refer to
page 92.
Comply with tire approval
specifications
The inflation pressures in the table apply to
tire sizes and tires from BMW-approved
manufacturers. Your BMW center is familiar
with these pressures. Higher pressures
may be specified for tires from other manu-
facturers.
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BMW 745i, 745Li
Tire condition
Tire tread – Tire damage
Inspect your tires frequently for tread wear,
signs of damage and for foreign objects
lodged in the tread. Check the tread depth.
Tread depth should not be allowed to go
below 0.126 in (3 mm), even though the
legally specified minimum tread depth is
only 0.063 in (1.6 mm). The locations of the
tread wear indicators are indicated by the
letters TWI at various points on the side of
the tire; when the tread wears to a depth of
0.063 in (1.6 mm), the wear indicators
appear to warn you that the tread has worn
to the minimum legal level. At tread depths
below 0.126 in (3 mm) there is an increased
risk of aquaplaning, even when only small
amounts of water are present on the road
surface.
Never attempt to continue driving on
a flat tire. Because a flat tire will seri-
ously impair your vehicle's handling and
braking response, attempts to drive on a
flat tire can lead to loss of control over the
vehicle.
To avoid loading the tires beyond their
approved carrying capacity, never overload
the vehicle. Overloading can lead to over-
heating and increases the rate at which
damage develops inside the tires. The ulti-
mate result can assume the form of a
sudden air loss.
Unusual vibrations during vehicle opera-
tion, of the kind that can be caused by
contact with curbs, etc., may indicate that
a wheel, tire or other vehicle component is
damaged. These kinds of problems may
also be signalled by other changes in
vehicle response, such as a strong
tendency to pull to the left or right. Should
this occur, respond by immediately
reducing your speed. Carefully proceed or
have your vehicle towed to the nearest
BMW center or tire dealer to have the
wheels and tires inspected.
Tire damage, extending to sudden and
complete loss of pressure in extreme
cases, can pose a potentially lethal safety
hazard for the vehicle's occupants and
other road users alike.<
Tire specifications
Pressure specifications in
psi/kPa
245/55 R 17, including M+S
245/50 R 18, including M+S
32/220 35/240 35/240 42/290
Front: 245/45 R 19 32/220 – 35/240 –
Rear: 275/40 R 19 - 35/240 – 42/290
Front: 245/40 R 20 32/220 – 35/240 –
Rear: 275/35 R 20 – 35/240 – 42/290
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Tire replacement
To maintain good handling and vehicle
response, use only tires of a single tread
configuration from a single manufacturer.
BMW tests and approves specific wheel
and tire combinations.
DOT Quality Grades
Treadwear
Traction AA A B C
Temperature A B C
All passenger car tires must conform
to Federal Safety Requirements in
addition to these grades.<
Treadwear
The treadwear grade is a comparative
rating based on the wear rate of the tire
when tested under controlled conditions
on a specified government test course.
For example, a tire graded 150 would wear
one and one-half (1g) times as well on the
government course as a tire graded 100.
The relative performance of tires depends
upon the actual conditions of their use,
however, and may depart significantly from
the norm due to variations in driving habits,
service practices and differences 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 govern-
ment test surfaces 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, cornering, hydroplaning, or
peak traction characteristics.<
Temperature
The temperature grades are A (the highest),
B, and C, representing the tire's resistance
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 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 separately or in combina-
tion, can cause heat buildup and possible
tire failure.<
Uniform Tire Quality Grading
Quality grades can be found where appli-
cable on the tire sidewall between tread
shoulder and maximum section width. For
example:
Treadwear 200 Traction AA
Temperature A
Do not use retreaded tires, since
driving safety may be impaired.
Possible variations in the design and the
age (which could be substantial) of the
carcasses can lead to unusually rapid
wear.<
Tire age
The tire's date of manufacture is indicated
on the sidewall:
DOT ... 4901 indicates that a tire was
manufactured in week 49 of the year 2001.
Regardless of milage or wear, BMW
recommends that you replace all tires –
including the spare tire – after a maximum
of 6 years, even though the tires may have
a theoretical service life of up to 10 years.
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Wheel and tire
combinations
The right choice
Use only wheel and tire combinations
that BMW has approved for your
particular vehicle. Variations in factors such
as manufacturing 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 accidents. If non-
approved wheels and tires are used, BMW
cannot evaluate their suitability, and there-
fore cannot be held liable for driving
safety.<
BMW tests certain tire brands for each tire
size, classifies them as road-safe and
approves them. Consult your BMW center
for more information. Observe any country-
specific regulations, e.g. on making a
corresponding entry in the vehicle
documents.
The correct combination of wheels
and tires is a vital factor in ensuring
reliable operation of various vehicle
systems such as ABS and DSC.
It is therefore important to ensure that tires
from a single manufacturer with a single
tread configuration are always mounted on
all vehicle wheels. After a flat tire, always
remember to have the specified wheel and
tire combination remounted on the vehicle
as soon as possible.<
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.
Special characteristics of
winter tires
Choosing the right tire
BMW recommends winter tires – M+S
radial tires for use in cold winter driving
conditions. Although all-season M+S tires
provide better winter traction than standard
summer tires with H, V, W and ZR speed
ratings, they generally fail to provide the
same levels of cold-weather performance
as winter tires.
When mounting, always install winter tires
of a single tread configuration and from a
single manufacturer on all four wheels to
ensure safe tracking and secure steering
response.
Observe speed ratings
Never exceed the maximum speed for
which the tires are rated.
Unprofessional attempts by laymen to
service tires can lead to damage and acci-
dents.
Have this work performed by skilled
professionals only. The technicians at your
BMW center will be glad to assist you with
the required professional knowledge and
specialized equipment.<
Tire condition, tire pressure
Because winter tires display a noticeable
loss in their ability to cope with cold-
weather driving conditions once the tread
wears to below 0.16 in (4 mm), to ensure
continued safety you should always have
such tires replaced.
Always maintain the specified inflation
pressures in all tires, and remember to
have the wheel and tire assemblies
balanced every time either a wheel or a tire
is replaced.
Snow chains*
BMW narrow-link snow chains are
approved exclusively for use in pairs on
the rear wheels, and should only be
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mounted on rear tires with the dimensions
245/50 R 18. Observe the manufacturer's
instructions when installing snow chains.
Do not exceed a vehicle speed of 30 mph
(50 km/h) with the chains mounted.
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Under the hood
Hood
To release
Pull the lever located under the left side of
the instrument panel.
Never attempt to perform any service
or repair operations on your vehicle
without the required, professional technical
training. When you are unfamiliar with the
service procedures and precautions,
always have any required work carried out
at your BMW center. Unprofessional
attempts at service and repair, and the
incorrect handling of parts and materials
that can occur during such attempts,
constitute a potential safety hazard, both
for the vehicle's occupants and for other
road users.<
To open
Pull the release handle and open the hood.
To close
Allow the hood to fall from a height of
approx. 12 in (30 cm), ensuring that you
hear the detent engage securely.
Observe the same precautions that
apply to all closing operations by
ensuring that the hood's travel range is
clear and unobstructed before allowing the
hood to fall into position.
If you see any signs that the hood is not
completely closed while driving your
vehicle, you should stop at once and close
it securely.<
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Engine compartment
1 Engine oil dipstick, refer to next column
2 Brake fluid reservoir, located beneath
the microfilter cover 178
3 Reservoir for windshield and headlamp
washer system 73
4 Engine oil filler neck 177
5 Coolant expansion tank 178
6 Jump-starting terminal 187
Engine oil
Checking oil level
1. Park the vehicle on a level surface
2. Switch the engine off after it has
reached normal operating temperature
3. After approx. 5 minutes, pull the dipstick
out and wipe it off with a clean lint-free
cloth, paper towel, or similar material
4. Carefully push the dipstick all the way
into the guide tube and pull it out again
5. The oil should extend to between the
two marks on the disptick
As is the case with fuel economy, the rate
at which the engine uses oil is strongly
influenced by driving style and operating
conditions.
The space between the two marks on
the dipstick corresponds to approx.
1.1 US quarts (1 litre). Do not fill beyond
the upper mark on the dipstick. Excess oil
can damage the engine.
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Adding engine oil
Wait until the level has dropped to just
above the lower mark before adding oil.
BMW engines are designed to
operate without additives, and their
use could even lead to damage in some
cases. This also applies to the automatic
transmission, the differential and the power
steering system.<
Recommendation: have your oil changed at
your BMW center.
Continuous exposure to used oil has
caused cancer in laboratory testing.
For this reason, any skin areas that come
into contact with oil should be thoroughly
washed with soap and water.
Always store oil, grease, etc., well out of
the reach of children; always observe all
warning labels on the containers.<
Please observe all environmental-
protection rules and regulations when
disposing of used oil.<
Specified engine oils
The quality of the engine oil selected has
critical significance for the operation and
service life of an engine. BMW approves
only specific oils after confirming their suit-
ability for use in its vehicles with extensive
testing.
Use only approved BMW High Perfor-
mance Synthetic Oil.
If you are unable to obtain BMW High
Performance Synthetic Oil, you can add
small amounts of another synthetic oil
between oil changes. Use only oils with the
API SH specification or higher.
Ask your BMW center for details
concerning the specific BMW High
Performance Synthetic Oil or synthetic oils
which have been approved.<
You can also call BMW of North America at
1-800-831-1117 or visit this website:
www.bmwusa.com to obtain this informa-
tion.
Viscosity ratings
Viscosity is the oil flow rating as defined in
SAE classes.
The selection of the correct SAE class
depends on the climatic conditions in the
area where you typically drive your BMW.
Approved oils are in SAE classes
5W-40 and 5W-30.<
These oils may be used for driving in all
ambient temperatures.
Coolant
Do not add coolant to the cooling
system when the engine is hot.
Escaping coolant can cause burns.
To avoid the possibility of damage later on,
never use anything other than factory-
approved, nitrite and amino-free extended-
duty antifreeze with corrosion inhibitor.
Your BMW center is familiar with the official
specifications.
Antifreeze and anticorrosion agents are
hazardous to health. Always store these
agents in tightly-closed original containers
kept well away from the reach of children.
Extended-duty antifreeze with corrosion
inhibitor contains ethylene glycol – a flam-
mable substance. For this reason, do not
spill antifreeze with corrosion inhibitor on
hot engine parts. It could ignite and cause
serious burns.<
Always observe all applicable rules
and regulations for environmental
protection when disposing of used
extended-duty antifreeze with corrosion
inhibitor.<
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Checking coolant level
Correct coolant level with the engine cold –
approx. 58 7 (20 6):
1. Turn the cap of the expansion tank
counterclockwise to allow any accumu-
lated pressure to escape, then continue
turning to open
2. The coolant level is correct when the
coolant extends to between the MIN and
MAX marks on the filler neck, refer to the
diagram adjacent to the filler neck
3. If the coolant is low, slowly add coolant
up to the specified level – do not overfill.
Brake fluid
The symbol lights up and a
message appears in the Check
Control panel:
The brake fluid in the reservoir has fallen to
below the minimum level.
The brake fluid reservoir is located under
the microfilter housing trim panel on the
driver's side of the vehicle. To have brake
fluid added to the system, or to have the
source of any brake fluid loss traced and
rectified, please contact your BMW center,
which can also supply the factory-
approved DOT 4 brake fluids.
Brake fluid is hygroscopic: it absorbs
moisture from the atmosphere over
the course of time.
To ensure that the brake system continues
to provide safe and reliable performance,
remember to have the brake fluid changed
every two years at the latest, refer to
page 79 and to the Service and Warranty
Information Booklet (US models) or the
Warranty and Service Guide Booklet
(Canadian models).
Brake fluid is toxic and also damages
vehicle paintwork. Always store brake fluid
in tightly-closed original containers kept
well away from the reach of children.
Do not spill the fluid and do not refill the
brake fluid reservoir to beyond the MAX
mark. Should it come into contact with hot
engine components, the brake fluid could
ignite and cause personal injury in the form
of burns.<
Always observe all applicable envi-
ronmental rules and regulations when
disposing of used brake fluid.<
A low brake-fluid level combined with
longer-than-usual pedal travel could be a
sign that one of the brake system's
hydraulic circuits has failed.
Proceed to the nearest BMW center.
Remember that pedal travel may be
increased, and there may also be a
substantial increase in the amount of pedal
pressure required to brake the vehicle.
Please adapt your driving style accord-
ingly.<
Warning lamp for Canadian models
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Maintenance
The BMW Maintenance
System
The BMW Maintenance System is
designed to ensure that your vehicle will
continue to furnish consistent reliability
combined with optimal safety. The service
schedule also includes operations related
to the vehicle's comfort and convenience
features, such as replacement of the filters
for the inside air. The ultimate objective is
to furnish economical maintenance by
providing the ideal service for your indi-
vidual 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 great
value.
CBS Condition Based Service
CBS is a more advanced version of the
Service Interval Display. Sensors combine
with highly-specialized algorithms to
supply service information that reflects
your vehicle's actual operating conditions
more precisely than ever before.
The system now furnishes individual
displays of the times remaining until the
deadlines for specific service operations as
well as official state inspections:
> Engine oil
> Brakes – separate for front and rear
> Microfilter/activated-charcoal filter
> Brake fluid
> Coolant
> Spark plugs
> Vehicle check
> Official state inspections
CBS monitors both current and upcoming
service requirements. After accessing the
data stored in the vehicle's key, your BMW
service advisor is able to suggest precisely
the right array of service procedures for
your own individual vehicle.
By letting you define a service and mainte-
nance regimen that reflects your own indi-
vidual requirements, Condition Based
Service builds the basis for troublefree
driving.
You can find more detailed information on
the Service Interval Display on page 78.
Service and Warranty Information
Booklet (US models) and Service
Guide Booklet (Canadian models)
Please consult your Service and Warranty
Information Booklet (US models) and
Service Guide Booklet (Canadian models)
for additional information on service
requirements.
Have service and repair operations
performed at your BMW center.
Take the time to ensure that these service
procedures are confirmed by entries in
your vehicle's Service and Warranty Infor-
mation Booklet (US models) and Service
Guide Booklet (Canadian models). These
entries verify that your vehicle has received
the specified regular maintenance, and
may also be required when submitting
warranty claims.<
Care
You can find everything you need to know
on this topic by consulting the separate
"Car care" manual.
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Rules and regulations
California Proposition 65
Warning
California laws require us to state the
following warning:
Engine exhausts, some of its constit-
uents, and certain vehicle compo-
nents contain or emit chemicals known to
the State of California to cause cancer and
birth defects or other reproductive harm.<
OBD connector
The Onboard Diagnostic (OBD) interface
socket is located on the left of the driver’s
side under the instrument panel and under
a cover.
The cover has the letters OBD on it.
The purpose of the OBD system is to
ensure proper operation of the emission
control system for the vehicle’s lifetime.
The system monitors emission-related
components and systems for deterioriation
and malfunction.
An illuminated lamp informs you of
the need for service, not of the need
to stop the vehicle. However, the
systems should be checked by your BMW
center at the earliest possible opportunity.
Under certain conditions, the indicator will
blink or flash. This indicates a rather severe
level of engine misfire. When this occurs,
you should reduce speed and consult the
nearest BMW center as soon as possible.
Severe engine misfire over only a short
period of time can seriously damage emis-
sions control components, especially the
catalytic converter.
When the fuel filler cap is not properly
tightened, the OBD system can
detect the vapor leak and the indicator will
light up. If the filler cap is subsequently
tightened, the indicator should go out
within a few days.<
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Replacing components
Onboard tool kit
The onboard tool kit is located in the
luggage compartment lid.
Loosen the wingnut to open.
Windshield wiper blades
To replace the blades, start by folding the
wipers out and away from the windshield,
refer to page 72.
Use only wiper blades that have been
approved by BMW.<
Lamps and bulbs
The lamps and bulbs are essential factors
contributing to the safety of your vehicle.
Therefore, comply fully with the following
instructions during bulb replacement. If you
are not familiar with the specified proce-
dures, have the replacements carried out at
your BMW center.
Never touch the glass on 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.
To prevent short circuits, before
working on any electrical system,
equipment or accessory you should always
switch it off and disconnect the cable from
the battery's negative terminal before
starting.
To avoid possible injury or equipment
damage when changing bulbs, always
observe any instructions provided by the
bulb manufacturer.<
When caring for your headlamps:
> Do not clean by wiping with a dry
cloth (scratches). Never use abrasives or
strong solvents to clean the covers
> Remove contaminants such as dead
insects by soaking with BMW Shampoo
and then washing off with plenty of water
> Remove ice by thawing with a deicer
spray – never use an ice scraper.<
Headlamps
Engine compartment, left side:
Turn the quick-release clamps, see arrows,
905 counterclockwise and remove the
cover.
After replacing the bulb return the cover to
its original position and press the quick-
release clamps down.
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Release the lamp cover
The illustration shows the left-hand side of
the engine compartment.
1 High beams
Press the tab down, see arrow.
Always wear gloves and eye protec-
tion – the atmosphere within the bulb
is pressurized. Failure to observe this
precaution can lead to personal injury
should the bulb be damaged.<
1 High beams
H7 bulb, 55 watts
1. Remove the cover
2. Turn the bulb holder to the left and
remove
3. Remove and replace the bulb.
Xenon lamps
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).
To avoid risk of potentially fatal inju-
ries: owing to the extremely high volt-
ages at which these units operate, service
work should always be entrusted to quali-
fied personnel.<
Parking and standing lamps
In the event of a malfunction, please
contact your BMW center.
Turn signal indicator, front
Two bulbs 21 watt – P 21 W
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
replacement.
Side-mounted turn signal indicators
Bulb, 5 watts – W 5 W
1. Press against the front edge of the bulb
with the tip of your finger, then push it to
the rear and release the detent at the front
2. Turn the lamp 903 and remove
3. Turn the bulb holder to the left and
remove
4. Extract the bulb for replacement.
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Side marker lamps, front and rear
Please contact your BMW center for
replacement.
Tail lamps
1 Rear lamp, red
2 Brake lamp, red
3 Backup lamp, gray or white
4 Turn signal indicator, yellow or white
5 Reflector, red
Tail lamps and brake lamps
These lamps use LED technology for oper-
ation. Please contact a BMW center in case
of a malfunction.
Fender-mounted lamps
The illustration shows the recess on the left
side of the luggage compartment.
Rear turn signal indicator
Bulb, 21 watts – P 21 W
1. Use the handle at the top to swivel 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
replacement.
Lamps in luggage compartment lid
Remove the trim panel from the luggage
compartment lid.
1 Backup lamp
2 License plate lamp
Replacing backup lamps and license
plate lamps
Backup lamp: bulb, 16 watts – W 16 W
License plate lamp: bulb, 5 watts – W 5 W
1. Pull the bulb holder out
2. Extract the bulb for replacement.
Changing a tire
Safety precautions to observe in the
event of a flat tire 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 move the
transmission's selector lever to P.
Have all vehicle occcupants get out of the
vehicle and ensure that they remain outside
the immediate 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 vehicle.
Comply with all safety guidelines and regu-
lations.
Change the wheel only on a level, firm
surface which is not slippery. The vehicle or
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the jack could slip to the side if you attempt
to raise the vehicle on a soft or slippery
surface such as snow, ice, tiles, 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
It is stored within the spare tire area
> Wheel chock
The chock is located next to the spare tire,
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
> Vehicle jack
The jack is located behind the side trim
panel on the right side of the luggage
compartment. Grasp the handle in the
upper panel and fold it down.
Undo the wingnut, see arrow, and remove
the jack.
After use, screw the jack all the way back
down and snap the handle back into place.
Spare tire
1. Undo the wingnut 1
2. Remove the disk 2 to the side
3. Unscrew the threaded rod 3 to remove it
4. Remove the wheel.
Procedure
1. Read carefully and comply with the
safety precautions on page 183.
2. Secure the vehicle to prevent it from
rolling: place the wheel chock against the
rear surface 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. If the wheel must be changed on a
surface with a more severe slope, take
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additional precautions to secure the
vehicle from rolling.
3. Loosen the lug bolts 1/2 a turn
4. Set up the jack beneath the jacking
point closest to the flat tire. Ensure that the
entire surface of the jack's base is in firm
contact with the ground and that the jack
itself is standing completely vertical (not
tilted), and that the fitting on the top of the
jack will align with the rectangular recess
on the vehicle when you raise it, refer to
illustration
5. Jack the vehicle up until the wheel you
are changing is raised from the ground
6. Unscrew the lug bolts and remove the
wheel
7. Remove accumulations of mud or dirt
from the mounting surfaces of the wheel
and hub. Clean the lug bolts
8. Position the spare wheel. Secure the
wheel by turning at least two lug bolts into
opposite bolt holes
9. Screw in the remaining lug bolts.
Tighten all the bolts securely in a diagonal
pattern
10. Lower the jack and remove it from
beneath the vehicle.
11. Tighten the lug bolts in a diagonal
pattern
12. Check and correct the tire inflation
pressure at the earliest opportunity.
Protect valve stems and valve stem
seal caps against dirt and contamina-
tion. Dirt in valve stems is a frequent source
of gradual air loss.
Vehicles with RDC Tire Pressure Monitor:
After mounting a spare tire or correcting
the inflation pressure(s) always remember
to reinitialize the system, refer to page 92.
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.
To ensure safety, always have the lug bolts
checked with a calibrated torque wrench to
ensure that they are tightened to the spec-
ified torque of 140 Nm as soon as
possible.<
Reverse the removal sequence to store the
wheel and tools in the vehicle.
When you mount wheels other than Orig-
inal BMW light-alloy wheels, different lug
bolts may also be required.
Always have damaged tires replaced and
the wheel and tire assembly rebalanced at
the earliest possible opportunity.
Battery
Battery care
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 climate.
For all questions that regard the
battery, please consult your BMW
center. Since the battery is maintenance-
free, the following is for your information
only.<
Charging the battery
Only charge the battery in the vehicle via
the terminals in the engine compartment
with the engine off. Connections, refer to
Jump starting on page 187.
To avoid short circuits, as well as
possible fires and personal injury,
always disconnect the cable from the
battery's negative terminal before working
on the vehicle's electrical system.<
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Battery switch
Before storing the vehicle for an extended
period of several weeks or more, slide the
battery 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 appears in the Check Control
panel. Please take note of the supplemen-
tary information provided in the Control
Display.
Never disconnect either battery cable
from its terminal while the engine is
running – the resulting voltage surge would
destroy the vehicle's electronic systems.<
Return used batteries to a recycling
point or your BMW center. Maintain
the battery in an upright position for trans-
port and storage. Always restrain the
battery to prevent it from tipping over
during transport.<
Fuses
In the glove compartment
Press the tab on the cover, see arrow, to
the front, then fold up the cover. Spare
fuses and a set of tweezers are located
next to the fuse strip.
Never attempt to repair a blown fuse,
and do not replace a defective fuse
with a substitute of another color or
amperage rating, as this could lead to a
circuit overload, ultimately resulting in a fire
in the vehicle.<
In the luggage compartment
Use the handle to pull down the trim on the
right wall.
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Help – Giving and receiving
Warning triangle*
The warning triangle is conveniently stored
in the onboard tool kit mounted on the
inside of the luggage compartment lid.
Comply with legal requirements
requiring you to carry a hazard
warning triangle in the vehicle.<
First-aid kit*
You will also find the first-aid kit in the
onboard tool kit's container.
Some of the articles contained in the
first-aid kit have a limited service life.
For this reason, check the expiration dates
of each of the items regularly, and replace
any whose expiration dates have passed.
You can find replacements in any phar-
macy.
Always comply with laws requiring a first-
aid kit to be carried in the vehicle.<
Jump-starting
Never use spray fluids to start the engine.
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 clamp
handles.
To avoid the risk of potentially fatal
injury, always avoid all contact with
electrical components while the engine is
running. Carefully adhere to the following
sequence, both to prevent damage to one
or both vehicles, and to guard against
possible personal injury.<
1. The battery in the support vehicle must
also be rated at 12 volts. This information
can be found on the sticker affixed to the
battery
2. Switch off the support vehicle's engine
and switch off all electrical equipment and
accessories in both vehicles (except the
hazard warning flashers on the support
vehicle)
3. Ensure that no contact exists between
the bodywork on the two vehicles as there
is a danger of short circuits
4. Your BMW is equipped with an auxiliary
terminal specifically designed for jump-
starting located within the engine compart-
ment. The symbol "+" is embossed on the
cover of this auxiliary terminal. Pull the
cover for access to the terminal, see
arrow 1 in the illustration.
Start by connecting one end of a jumper
cable to the positive terminal connected to
the discharged battery, then connect the
other end to the positive terminal of the
battery on the support vehicle
5. Connect the ends of the other jumper
cable to the negative terminals on both
vehicles. Connect the other end to the
negative battery terminal or a suitable
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ground on the vehicle being started. A
special nut on the strut dome, see arrow 2
in the illustration, serves as the negative
terminal on your BMW
To avoid personal injury from sparks,
always observe this sequence when
connecting the jumper cables.<
6. Start the engine on the support vehicle
and allow it to run for several minutes at a
fast idle
7. 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
8. Allow the engines to run for several
minutes before disconnecting the jumper
cables
9. Disconnect the jumper cables by
reversing the connection sequence.
If required, have the battery inspected and
recharged at your BMW center.
Towing
Even if the transmission is in perfect
working order, you should always
remember to disengage the transmission
lockout manually before towing the vehicle.
Failure to observe this precaution could
result in automatic activation of the trans-
mission lockout while the vehicle is being
towed.<
Releasing transmission lockout manually,
refer to page 70.
Tow fitting
The threaded tow fitting is stored in the tool
kit mounted on the inside of the luggage
compartment lid, refer to page 181, and
should always remain in the vehicle. This
fitting, which fits the tow sockets on both
the front and the rear of the vehicle, is
intended exclusively for use in towing the
vehicle on paved roads.
Access to tow sockets
Press the arrow symbol to push out the
cover.
Front
Rear
Screw the tow fitting in until it
bottoms firmly. If this is not done, the
threads could be damaged.
Never attempt to tow or tie down the
vehicle using suspension components, as
this could lead to damage that might ulti-
mately result in an accident.<
To avoid jerking and the associated
stresses on vehicle components when
towing, always use either a tow bar or a
nylon rope.
Keep the vehicles in line, taking care
to avoid towing at an offset angle, and
make certain that the tow rope connecting
the two vehicles is tight before starting
off.<
Towbars
The tow fittings used should be on the
same side on both vehicles.
Should it prove impossible to avoid
mounting the tow bar at an offset angle,
please observe the following:
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> Clearance and maneuvering capability
will be strictly limited in corners
> When mounted at an angle, the towbar
will exert lateral forces, tending to push the
vehicle sideways.
Never use a vehicle to tow another
vehicle that is heavier than itself, as
this could lead to a loss of control.<
Towing
Do not tow the vehicle by the rear
axle; because the steering detent is
not operational, the wheels could turn to an
extreme angle during towing.<
1. Switch on the ignition to allow operation
of the brake lamps, turn signal indicators,
horn, parking brake and windshield wipers
2. Turn on the hazard warning flashers
where allowed by law
3. Manual release of the transmission
lockout, refer to page 70
4. Maximum towing speed:
maximum 43 mph (70 km/h)
5. Maximum towing distance:
maximum 93 miles (150 km).
If the electrical system in the towed vehicle
has failed, use an alternate means to iden-
tify the vehicle as being towed such as a
sign or warning triangle placed in the rear
window.
The steering and brakes are without
power assistance when the engine is
off. This means that higher levels of effort
will be required to operate the steering and
brakes.<
Tow-starting
It is not possible to start the engine by tow-
starting the vehicle.
Jump starting, refer to page 187.
Have the source of the starting difficulties
diagnosed and repaired at your BMW
center.
Towing with a commercial tow truck
> Do not tow with sling-type equipment
> Use a wheel lift or flatbed carrier
> Please comply with applicable towing
laws.
Never allow passengers to ride in a
towed vehicle for any reason.<
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This is where to look to find
information on any desired topic
as quickly as possible.
This chapter includes the section
with technical information as well
as the manual's index.
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Technical data
Engine specifications
BMW 745i, 745Li
Displacement
Number of cylinders
cu in/cmm 268.4/4398
8
Maximum output
at engine speed
hp
rpm
325
6100
Maximum torque
at engine speed
lb ft/Nm
rpm
330/450
3600
Compression ratio e 10.5
Stroke
Bore
in/mm
in/mm
3.26/82.7
3.6/92.0
Fuel-injection system Digital electronic engine-management system
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Dimensions
All dimensions specified in inches/mm. Lower section of page: BMW 745Li.
Turning circle D: BMW 745i: 39.7 ft/12.1 m; BMW 745Li: 41.3 ft/12.6 m.
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Weights
Never exceed either the approved axle
loads or the gross vehicle weight.
Capacities
BMW 745i BMW 745Li
Vehicle curb weight: incl. one person,
full tank of fuel, ready for operation,
without options lbs./kg 4376/1985 4464/2025
Approved gross vehicle load lbs./kg 5434/2465 5523/2505
Approved front axle load lbs./kg 2557/1160 2602/1180
Approved rear axle load lbs./kg 2987/1355 3020/1370
Approved roof load lbs./kg 220/100
Luggage compartment capacity cu ft/l 17.7/500
Notes
Fuel tank
Reserve
gal./liters
gal./liters
approx. 23.2/88
approx. 2.6/10 Fuel specification: page 169
Windshield washer reser-
voir incl. headlamp wipe/
wash system quarts/liters approx. 8.2/7.8 For details: page 73
Cooling system including
heater circuit quarts/liters 14.8/14.0 For details: page 177
Engine oil and filter change quarts/liters 8.5/8.0 BMW High Performance
Synthetic Oil
Specifications: page 177
Automatic transmission
and differential –
Lifetime fluid,
no fluid change required
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A
"ABC..." for
navigation 126, 127
ABS (Antilock Brake
System) 91
"ACCEPT" for
navigation 130
Accessories 8
Activated-charcoal
filter 104
Activation
– mobile phone 162
Activation time 106
Active head restraints,
front 48
Active seat 52
Active seat ventilation 51
Adapter for spare key 34
Adaptive brake lamp 94
Adding oil to engine 176
Adding washer fluid 73
"Address book" 134
Adjusting thigh support 46
Airbags 55
Air distribution 100, 103
Airflow
– rear air conditioner 105
Air outlet vents 99
Air pressure 170
– see also tire inflation
pressure 170
Air supply 101
AKI, refer to Fuel
specifications 169
Alarm system 40
– avoiding unintentional
alarms 41
All-season tires 173
"AM..." 140, 143
AM waveband 143
Anchorages 120
Antifreeze 177
– coolant 177
– washer fluid 73
Antilock Brake System
(ABS) 91
Anti-theft system 35
Approved gross vehicle
weight 194
Aquaplaning 118, 171
Armrest, see Center
armrest 113
Arrival time 83
"Arrow display" with navi-
gation system 132
"AS ADDRESS" at current
location 135
"AS ADDRESS" in address
directory 134, 135
"AS ADDRESS" with desti-
nation list 130
"AS ADDRESS" with
manual destination
entry 126
"AS ADDRESS" with map-
guided destination
selection 129
"AS ADDRESS" with recent
destinations 130
"AS DEST." with address
directory 134
"AS DEST." with manual
destination entry 126
"AS DEST." with map-
guided destination
selection 129
"AS DEST." with recent
destinations 130
Ashtray
– front 112
Assistance window, refer to
Control Center 23
– help texts 23
– status lines 24
AUC (Automatic recircula-
ted-air control) 101
Audio 140
"AUTO," refer to Automatic
climate control 103
Automatic
– cruise control 73
– headlamp control 96
– luggage compartment lid
operation 36, 39
– steering wheel
adjustment 53
Automatic air
distribution 100
Automatic climate
control 99
– automatic air
distribution 100
– rear air conditioner 105
– rear cooler 110
– settings in Control
Display 103
Automatic curb monitor 54
Automatic Hold
– parking 64
– parking brake 63
Automatic recirculated-air
control (AUC) 101
Automatic transmission
with L mode 66
Automatic transmission
with Steptronic 69
"Auto P" 54, 64
"Auxiliary heater" 106
Average fuel
consumption 83
Average speed 83
Avoid false alarms 41
"Avoid motorway" 131
"Avoid route" 133
"Avoid sect." 133
"Avoid tolls" 131
Avoid unintentional
alarms 41
"A-Z" 163
B
Backrest, adjusting 46, 47
Backrests, see Seats 45
Everything from A to Z
Contents
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Backup lamp, bulb
replacement 183
Bass 141
Battery 185
– discharged 187
Battery switch 185, 186
"BC," refer to Computer 83
Belts 50
Beverage holders 112
Blinds 109
Blower 101
BMW active seat 52
"BMW ASSIST" 19, 22
BMW comfort seat 46
"Booktape" 153
Brake, malfunctions 178
Brake lamp, adaptive 94
Brake lamps, bulb
replacement 183
"Brake pads" 179
Brake pads 119
Brakes 119
Brake system
– brake fluid 178
Break-in procedures 118
Brief commands for voice
command system 29
"Brief info" 23
Bulb changes 181
Buttons in steering
wheel 18
C
California Proposition
65 Warning 180
Call
– terminating 162
Calling 162
– from telephone
directory 163
– from the redial list 164
– from the Top 8 list 163
– redialing 164
Can holders, refer to Bever-
age holders 112
Capacities 194
Car care, refer to Car care
manual
Cargo, securing 120
Cargo area
– capacity 194
– opening from the
inside 39
Car Memory 59
"Car parked" 103, 106
Car radio, see Radio 140
Car wash, refer to separate
Car care manual
Cassette 153
Cassette deck 153
– booktape 153
– fast-forward mode 154
– music search 154
– reverse 154
– selecting tape side 153
– skipping pauses 154
– switching on 153
CBC (Cornering Brake
Control) 91
CBS (Condition Based
Service) 179
"CD" 140, 146
CD changer 148
– fast forward 150
– humidity 148
– operating
temperatures 148
– random play 150
– reverse 150
– safety 148
– scan function 149
– skipping tracks 150
– switching on 149
– temperature range 148
CD player 146
– activation 146
– fast forward 146
– random selection 147
– reverse 146
– sampling 147
– scan 147
– skip track 146
Cell phone, refer to sepa-
rate Mobile phone
manual 158
Center (high-mount) brake
lamp 183
Center armrest 113
Center console, refer to
Comfort features 16
Central locking
system 35, 38
"CHANGE" for
navigation 130
Changing bulbs 181
Changing bulbs, refer to
Lamps and bulbs 181
Changing language 86
Changing settings in Con-
trol Display 86
Changing units of measure
in Control Display 86
Check Control 80
– "Check" 81
Checking engine oil
level 176, 176
Checking tire
pressures 170
Child-restraint systems 57
– refer also to LATCH child-
restraint system 58
Child-safety locks 59
Child seats 57
Cigarette lighter 113
Cleaning, refer to Car care
manual
"Climate" 19, 22
"Clock" 86
Clock 77
– setting time and date 86
Closing
– from the inside 37
Closing assist
– doors 38
– luggage compartment
lid 39
Cockpit 12, 16
Coin box, see
Compartments 111
Cold start 62
Combination switch 71
"Comfort"
– "EDC" 92
Comfort features 16
Comfort seat 46
– in rear 47
"Communication" 19, 22
Compact Disc, see CD 146
Compartments 111
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Computer 81
– automatic climate
control 103
– "BC" 84
– changing settings 86
– changing time and
date 86
– Control Display screen
contents 83
– displays, menus 22
– language selection 86
– status lines 24
– symbols 20
Computer, refer to Control
Center 19
Condition Based Service
(CBS) 179
Connecting car vacuum
cleaner 113
Consumption display 82
Control Center 19
– assistance window 23
– automatic climate
control 103
– changing menu page 20
– changing settings 86
– confirm selection or
entry 20
– display help texts 23
– displays, menus 22
– language selection 86
– lists 20
– menu entry selection 19
– selecting units of measure
and display format 86
– setting time and date 86
– status lines 24
– symbols 20
– symbols and lists 20
Control Display 19
Controller, refer to Control
Center 19
Convenience operation of
windows and sliding/tilt
sunroof 36, 37
Convenience starting
feature 62
"Coolant" 179
Coolant 176, 177
Cooler, refer to Rear
cooler 110
Cooling adjustment
– rear air conditioner 105
Copyright 2
Cornering Brake Control
(CBC) 91
Courtesy lamps 98
Cruise control 73
Cruise control, see Pro-
grammable cruise
control 73
Cruising range 82
Cup holder, refer to Bever-
age holder 112
Curb lamp
– bulb replacement 182
Curb weight 194
Current fuel
consumption 83
D
"Date" 86
Daytime driving lamp
mode 96
DBC (Dynamic Brake
Control) 91
Deactivating
– tilt alarm sensor 36, 41
Defrosting, windows 101
Defrost setting 101
"DELETE" for
navigation 130
Destination entry 126
Destination for navigation
system
– selecting in
"Information" 129
Destination memory 129
"Destinations" 126
"Dest. input" 126
Dialed numbers 164
Dimensions 193
Dimming mirrors 52
Dipstick, engine oil 176
Direction
– arrow 132
– to destination 131
– voice instructions 133
Directional indicators, see
Turn signal indicators 71
Directory creation
– with navigation
system 134
"Dir. of travel" with naviga-
tion system 132
"Dir. to north" with naviga-
tion system 132
Disc brakes 119
Displacement 192
Display, refer to Control
Display 19
Display format and units of
measure in Control
Display, changing 86
Display illumination, refer to
Instrument lighting 97
Displays 14
– computer 22
– Control Center 22
Distance 83
Distance to destination 83
Distance warning 88
Door keys 34
Doors
– locking and unlocking 35
– manual operation 37
– remote control 35
DOT Quality Grades 172
Draft-free ventilation 102
Drink holders, refer to
Beverage holders 112
Driving stability control 89
Driving tips 118
"DSC" 90
DSC (Dynamic Stability
Control) 89
"DTC" 90
DTC (Dynamic Traction
Control) 15, 90
Dynamic Brake Control
(DBC) 91
Dynamic Drive 91
Dynamic Stability Control
(DSC) 89
Dynamic Traction Control
(DTC) 15, 90
E
EBV (Electronic Brake-
force Distribution) 91
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"EDC" 92
– "Comfort" 92
– "Sport" 92
EDC (Electronic Damping
Control) 92
Electrical malfunction
– automatic transmission
lockout 70
– fuel filler door 168
– parking brake, emergency
use 65
– sliding/tilt sunroof 44
Electric power seats 46
Electric power windows 42
Electric seats 46
Electric steering column
adjustment 53
Electronic Brake-force Dis-
tribution (EBV) 91
Electronic Damping Control
(EDC) 92
Elements of operation 12
Emergency operation
– doors 37
– fuel filler door 168
– luggage compartment
lid 40
– sliding/tilt sunroof 44
– transmission lockout
(automatic
transmission) 70
Emergency SOS call
– automatic activation 161
"Emissions inspection" 79
Energy Control 83
Engine compartment 176
Engine coolant 176, 177
"Engine oil" 179
Engine oil
– consumption 176
– grades 177
Engine oils 177
Engine output, data 192
Engine specifications 192
"Entertainment" 19, 22
Estimated time of arrival 83
Extended vehicle storage,
see supplemental Car
care manual
Exterior mirrors 52
– automatic dimming 52
"Extra" in "Climate"
menu 103
"Extra" with rear air
conditioner 105
"Extra" with rear cooler 110
F
Factory preparations for
phone installation 161
Fader 141
Failure of an electrical
accessory 186
"Fastest route" 131
Fastest route 131
Fault displays 80
Filling the washer
reservoir 73
Filling the windshield
washer reservoir 73
First-aid kit 187
Fittings, tow-starting and
towing 189
Flashlight 111
Flat tires 171
"FM..." 140, 143
FM waveband 143
Fog lamps 97
"Footwell" 103
Footwell lamps 98
Forward lamps 98
Front armrest 111
Front seat adjustment 45
Fuel 169
Fuel consumption
display 83
Fuel economy 83
Fuel filler cap cover 168
Fuel filler door
– releasing in the event of
electrical defect 168
Fuel gauge 82
Fuel level display 82, 83
Fuel specifications 169
Fuel tank capacity 168
Fuses 186
G
Garage door opener, refer
to Universal garage door
opener 108
Gasoline 169
General operating
information 118
Glasses compartment 111
Glove compartment 110
GPS, refer to Navigation
system 124
GPS navigation system 124
– address book, refer to
Creating a directory 134
– current location 135
– destination entry 126
– destination guidance in
assistance window 125
– destination list 130
– digital coverage area 124
– directory 128
– manual entry of destina-
tion address 126
– map CD 124
– map-guided destination
selection 128
– new route 133
– recent destinations 130
– route display 132
– route list 132
– route selection 130
– safety 124
– selecting destination in
"Information" 129
– selecting points of
interest 129
– selection options 126
– start active guidance 131
– starting 125
– terminate/interrupt active
guidance 134
– voice guidance 133
– wordmatch principle 136
Guidance
– terminate 134
Guidance system
– interrupt 134
– starting 131
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H
Handbrake, refer to Parking
brake 62
Hand lamp 111
Hands-free
microphone 161
Hands-free system 161
Hazard warning flashers 16
Headlamp control 96
Headlamp flasher 71
Headlamps, low beam 96
Headlamp washers 72, 73
Head restraints 48
– front head restraints,
active 48
Heated steering wheel 53
Heating and ventilation 99
Heating while stopped 101
Height 193
Height adjustment
– seats 46
– steering column 53
"Help" 19, 22
Help texts in Control
Display 23
High beams 97
– bulb replacement 182
High-mount brake
lamp 183
Home address 135
Hood release 175
Horn 13
Hydraulic Brake Assistant,
refer to DBC 91
I
Ice warning 77
Ignition key 34
Ignition lock 61
"Indep. ventil." 106
Indicator lamps 15
"Individual" 104
Individual button assign-
ments on steering
wheel 53
Inflation pressure 170
Inflation pressure control,
tires 92
Info Display 14
"Information" for
navigation 129
Instrument cluster, refer to
Info Display 14
Instrument lighting 97
Instrument panel 12, 16
Instrument panel switch 71
Interior lamps 97
– remote control 36
Interior motion sensor 41
Interior protection
– deactivating 36, 41
Interior rearview mirror 52
– automatic dimming 52
Intermittent wipe 71
J
Jack 184
Jump-starting 187
K
Key Memory 59
Key Pad control
buttons 160
Key Pad digit buttons 160
Key Pad with mobile
phone 160
Keys 34
– adapter for spare key 34
Kickdown 68
L
"Last" 164
"Last destin." 130
LATCH, refer to LATCH
child-restraint system 58
"Left"
– for heated seats 51
– with automatic climate
control 103
Length 193
Level control system 94
License plate lamp, bulb
replacement 183
Lighter 113
Lights on warning 96
Light switch 96
"Limit" 84
Limit selection,
adjustment 84
Litter container 111
L mode on automatic
transmission 66
Loading 120
Loading the vehicle 120
"LOCATION" 135
"Location" 129, 135
Lock Code 162
Locking
– from the outside 35
Louvers 99
Low beams
– automatic 96
Lower back support, refer
to lumbar support 46
Lug bolts 185
Luggage compartment
capacity 194
Luggage compartment lid
– emergency release 40
– locking separately 39
– opening from the
inside 39
– opening from the
outside 38
– operating via remote
control 36
Luggage compartment lid
operation,
automatic 36, 39
Luggage compartment
net 40
Luggage rack, refer to
Roof-mounted luggage
rack 120
Lug wrench 184
Lumbar support 46
M
M+S tires 173
Maintenance 179
Make-up mirror 53
Malfunction displays 80
"M AM" 144, 145
Manually controlled recir-
culated air 101
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Manual operation
– doors 37
– sliding/tilt sunroof 44
Manual release
– automatic transmission
lockout 70
– fuel filler door 168
– luggage compartment
lid 40
Manual station search 143
Map CD 124
"Map facing N." with navi-
gation system 132
Maximum axle loads 194
Maximum roof weight 194
Maximum speed, see
Limit 84
"MD" 140, 151
MD player 151
– fast forward 151
– random play 152
– reverse 151
– sampling 152
– scan function 152
– switching on 151
– track skip 151
"Memo" 86
"Memorize"
– "Individual" 104
Memory, refer to Seat, mir-
ror and steering wheel
memory 54
"Memory" for audio
system 140
"Menu name" 23
Menus
– computer 22
– Control Display 22
"MFL" 53
"M FM" 144, 145
"Microfilter" 179
Microfilter 104
Microphone for hands-free
system 161
MiniDisc, refer to MD 151
Mirrors 52
– mirror heaters 52
– mirror memory 54
"Missed" 164
Missed calls 164
Mobile phone
– calling 162
– call termination 162
– controlling with the but-
tons on the steering
wheel 18
– emergency calls 161
– hands-free system 161
– missed calls 164
– operating using the
Control Display 159
– redialing 164
– selecting phone
numbers 162
– switching on and off 162
– Top 8 list 163
– using with Key Pad 160
Mobile phone, refer to
separate mobile phone
manual 158
Mobile phone battery 159
Mobile phone codes 162
Modifications,
technical 8, 98
Monitor, refer to Control
Center 19
Most frequently called
numbers 163
Most recent mobile phone
numbers 164
N
"Navigation" 19, 22
Navigation computer
– installation location 124
Navigation destination
– manual entry 126
– selecting with map 128
Navigation system
– destination list 130
– digital coverage area 124
– town and city centers 136
– voice guidance 133
Navigation system
"ACCEPT" command 135
Navigation system "View"
function 132
Navigation target
cursor 128, 129
"Navi info" 54
"New route" 133
"Next"
– map-guided destination
selection 129
– searching for points of
interest 130
Nozzles 99
O
"OB data" 19, 22
OBD interface socket 180
Occupant-restraint
systems 50, 55
Odometer 77
Oil additives 177
Oil change intervals, refer
to Service Interval
Display 78
Oil consumption 176
Oil dipstick 176
Oil specifications 177
"ON / OFF" speed limit 84
Onboard Diagnostic (OBD)
system 180
– interface socket 180
Onboard tool kit 181
"On country" 130
"On current loc." 129
"1,2,3" 163
"On town/city" 130
Opening and closing
– from the inside 37
– from the outside 37
Oral note 27
Orientation
– changing the display 132
Orientation menu 19
Orientation to north 132
Outside temperature
display 77
P
Paint and finish care, refer
to Car care manual
Panic mode 36
Park Distance Control
(PDC) 88
Parked-car ventilation 106
Parking aid 88
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Parking brake 62
– Automatic Hold 63
– manual operation 65
Parking brake lockout, refer
to Transmission
lockout 67, 70
Parking lamps 96
– bulb replacement 182
Parking with
Automatic Hold 64
Passenger-side mirror tilt
function 54
PDC (Park Distance
Control) 88
"PDC pic." 88
Phone directory 162
– deleting all entries 163
– dialing numbers using
voice command
system 163
– entering numbers in voice
command directory 163
– entry deletion 163
– viewing entries 163
Phone number, see Mobile
phone 162
Please fasten safety belts
warning lamp 50
Pollen 104
Power electric seat 47
Power rating 192
Power socket 113
Pressure, tires 170
Pressure control, tires 92
Programmable cruise
control 73
Programming settings,
refer to Car Memory, Key
Memory 59
Publishers 2
R
Radio
– autostore 144
– memory locations 144
– search 144
– station search 144
– station selection 145
– switching on and off 140
– waveband selection 143
– Weather Band 145
Radio "Autostore"
feature 144
Radio mode 61
Radio "SCAN"
feature 143, 144
Rain sensor 72
"RDC" 93
RDC (Tire Pressure
Monitor) 92
Reading lamps 98
Rear air conditioner 105
– activation and deactiva-
tion in Control
Display 105
– air supply 105
– cooling adjustment 105
– deactivating 105
Rear armrest, see Center
armrest 113
Rear cooler 110
Rear seat heaters 51
Rear seats
– adjusting passenger seat
from the rear 47
– comfort seat
adjustments 47
– head restraint
adjustment 48
Rearview mirror 52
Rear window blind, see Sun
blind 109
Rear window defroster 16
Rear window safety
switch 13
"Recirc. air" 53
Reclining seat 45
Redialing with mobile
phone 164
Redial list 164
Refrigerator box, refer to
Rear cooler 110
Refueling 168
Releasing the hood 175
Remaining distance 83
Remote control 34, 35
Remote-control unit 34
Removing condensation
from windows 101
Replacement fuses 186
Replacement keys 35
Replacing tires 172
Reserve warning 82
Reservoir, washer
system 73
Reset 141
Residual heat 101
"Right"
– for heated seats 51
– with automatic climate
control 103
"RND" with CD
changer 150
"RND" with CD player 147
"RND" with MD player 152
Roadside assistance calls
– manual activation 161
Roof-mounted luggage
rack 120
Route
– display 132
– list 132
– map cancelation 132
– map display 132
– selection 130
"Route guide" 131, 134
"Route select" 131
S
Safety belts 50
Safety belt tensioners, see
Safety belts 50
Safety lock buttons 38
Safety precautions to
observe when using your
phone 158
Safety switch for rear
windows 42
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Sampling
– CD changer 149
– MD player 152
Satellite 124
Scan
– CD player 147
– MiniDisc 152
– radio 143
Scan, station sampling
– radio 143
Scan audio sampling
– CD 147
Scan mode
– radio 144
"SCAN" with CD
changer 149
"SCAN" with CD player 147
"SCAN" with MD
player 152
Seat heating 50
Seat memory 54
Seats
– adjusting 45
– correct position 45
"Seat temp." 51, 103
Seat ventilation, see Active
seat ventilation 51
Securing cargo, see
Cargo 120
Securing the load 114
Selecting new route with
navigation system 133
Selecting new scale for
navigation system
display 132
Selecting stored radio
stations 145
Selector lever, automatic
transmission 67
Select "Route" 133
"Service" 78, 179
– "Emissions inspection" 79
– "Spark plugs" 78
– "State inspection" 79
Service and Warranty Infor-
mation Booklet (US
models) 179
Service brakes 119
Service Guide Booklet
(Canadian models) 179
Service Interval
Display 78, 179
Service Requirement Dis-
play, see Service Interval
Display 179
"SET", refer to Setting
speed limit 84
Set time 106
"Settings" 19, 22
Setting time and date 86
Shifting, refer to Automatic
transmission with
Steptronic 69
Shiftlock 67
"Shortest route" 131
Shortest travel
distance 131
Shoulder support 46
"Side" in sound system
operation 153
Side window blind, see Sun
blinds 109
Sitting correctly 45
Ski bag 114
Sliding/tilt sunroof 43
– closing in the event of an
electrical defect 44
– convenience mode 37
Snow chains 173, 174
Soft Close Automatic
– doors 38
– luggage compartment
lid 39
SOS call
– using SOS button 161
Sound system
– switching on and off 140
– volume 141
Sound system adjustments
– balance 141
– bass 141
– default settings 142
– fader, front/rear 141
– left/right 141
– treble 141
Sound system "AUTO"
function 145
Sound system "Balance"
adjustment 141
Sound system "Bass"
adjustment 141
Sound system "Dolby..."
feature 153
Sound system "Fader"
adjustment 141
Sound system "MANUAL"
selection mode 144
Sound system "Memorize"
feature 144
Sound system "Memory"
feature 141, 144
Sound system "Reset"
function 142
Sound system "Speed Vol."
feature 142
Spare fuses 186
Spare key 34
– adapter 34
Spare tire 184
"Spark plugs" 78, 179
Specifications for engine
oil 177
Speed limit
– "Limit" 84
Speed limit selection,
revision 84
Speedometer 14
"Sport"
– "EDC" 92
Stability control, refer to
Driving stability control 89
Standing lamps 97
Start/stop button 61
Starting 62
Starting assistance 187
Starting problems 62, 188
Starting the engine 62
"State inspection" 79
Station
– sample 143
– scan mode 144
Status lines in Control
Center 24
Steering column
– adjustment 53
Steering wheel 18
– individual button assign-
ment options 53
Steering wheel adjustment,
automatic 53
Steering wheel heater 53
Steering wheel memory 54
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Steptronic 69
Stopwatch 85
Storage, refer to Car care
manual
Storage compartments 111
Storing preset speeds,
refer to Programmable
cruise control 75
Straps, refer to
Loading 120
Summer tires 173
Sun blinds 109
Switch for battery 185
Switching air conditioner
on and off 101
Switching off the engine 62
Switching off with mobile
phone 162
Switching on
– audio 140
– cassette deck 153
– CD changer 149
– CD player 146
– MD player 151
– radio 140
Symbols 6
– Control Center 20
System failure reports, refer
to Check Control 80
T
Tachometer 77
Tail lamps 183
– bulb replacement 183
"Tape" 140, 153
Technical
modifications 8, 98
Telephone, refer to Mobile
phone 158
Telephone directory
– creating voice command
telephone directory 162
– dialing numbers 163
– updating voice command
telephone directory 162
"Temp. distribution" 51
Temperature
adjustment 101
Temperature display, out-
side temperature 77
Third brake lamp 183
Tilt function, passenger-
side mirror 54
Time
– of arrival, estimated 83
Timing 85
Tire change 184
Tire inflation pressures 170
Tire pressure monitor 92
Tire Quality Grading 172
Tires
– flat tire 184
– tire changes 184
– tire damage 171
– tire inflation
pressures 170
– tire pressure monitoring
system 92
– tire replacement 172
– tire size, refer to Wheel
and tire
combinations 173
– tire tread 171
– tire tread wear
indicators 171
Title search
– cassette deck 154
Tone in audio operation
– adjusting 141
"Tone" in sound system
operation 141
Tools 181
"TOP 8" 163
Torque 192
Tow fittings 188
Towing 188
Track 193
Traction Control System,
refer to DSC 89
Traffic congestion, refer to
Selecting new route 133
Transmission
– automatic transmission
with L mode 66
– automatic transmission
with Steptronic 69
Transmission
lockout 67, 70
– manual release 70
Travel route, see Route 132
Tread depth, tires 171
"Treble" in sound system
operation 141
Trip odometer 77
Trunk lid
– emergency release 40
– refer to luggage compart-
ment lid 38
Turning circle 193
Turn signal indicators 71
– bulb
replacement 182, 183
U
Undercoating, refer to Car
care manual
Uniform Tire Quality Gra-
ding (UTQR) 172
Universal garage door
opener 108
Upholstery care, refer
to Car Care
Used batteries 186
User controls 16
"Using motorway" 130
V
Vacuum cleaner
connection 113
Valve caps 185
Vanity mirror 53
Vehicle battery 185
Vehicle dimensions 193
Vehicle keys 34
Vehicle stability control 89
Ventilation 102
Ventilation, draft-free 102
Ventilation while
parked 106
Vents, ventilation 99
"View" with navigation
system 132, 133
Viscosity 177
Voice command
system 18, 25
Voice command system
notebook 27
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– audio 141
– navigation 133
– voice command
system 141
W
Warning lamps 15
Warnings 80
Warning triangle 187
Washing the vehicle, refer
to separate Car care
manual
"WB" 140
WB 145
Wear indicators in the
tires 171
Weather Band 145
Weights 194
Wheel and tire
combinations 173
Wheelbase 193
Wheels and tires 173
Width 193
Windows 42
– convenience mode 37
– safety switch 43
Windshield defroster, see
Defrosting windows 101
Windshield washers 73
Windshield wiper 71, 72
Windshield wiper intermit-
tent mode, refer to Rain
sensor 71
Windshield wiper
system 72
Winter tires 173
– setting speed limit 84
Wiper blade
replacement 181
Wiper system 71
"With map" for
navigation 128, 129
Wordmatch principle with
navigation system 136
Working in the engine
compartment 175
X
Xenon lamps 182
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Refueling
To ensure that you always have all the
essential data at hand when refueling, we
recommend that you fill in the folllowing
tables with the specifications and informa-
tion that apply to your vehicle. Consult the
index for individual specifications.
Fuel
Engine oil
The distance between the two graduations
on the dipstick represents an oil quantity of
approximately 1.1 US quarts (1 liter).
Tire inflation pressures
Designation
Please enter your preferred fuel here.
Quality
Summer tires
Front Rear
Winter tires
Front Rear
Up to 4 persons
5 persons or 4 plus luggage
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