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Page 3 The more familiar you are with your vehicle, the better control you will have on the road. We therefore strongly suggest: Read this Owner's Manual before starting off in your new BMW. Also use the Integrated Owner's Manual in your vehicle. It contains important information on vehicle operation that will help you make full use of the technical features available in your BMW.
Page 4: Table Of Contents
Set-up and use ....................... On the road ........................CONTROLS Cockpit ..........................Operating state of the vehicle ..................iDrive ..........................BMW Remote Software Upgrade ................General settings ......................Opening and closing ..................... Seats, mirrors, and steering wheel ................. Transporting children safely ..................Driving ..........................
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Page 8: Notes Information
Internet Validity of the Owner's Manual Vehicle information and general information on BMW, for instance. on technology, are available Production of the vehicle on the Internet: www.bmwusa.com. At the time of production at the plant, the printed Owner's Manual is the most current resource.
Page 9 ››...‹‹ Responses generated by the voice Owner's Manuals. activation system. Your BMW service center is happy to answer any Action steps questions that you may have about the features and options applicable to your vehicle. Action steps to be carried out are presented as a numbered list.
Page 10 ▷ Owner's Manual. that you entrust corresponding procedures to a ▷ Information on the vehicle. Do not remove BMW center. If you choose to use another serv‐ stickers. ice facility, BMW recommends use of a facility ▷ Technical vehicle data.
Page 11 Information NOTES with BMW vehicles without presenting a safety cept as necessary, service your vehicle in a hazard, even if a country-specific official approval well-ventilated area and wear gloves or wash was issued. BMW does not evaluate whether your hands frequently when servicing your ve‐...
Page 12 Electronic components, e.g. control units and ig‐ ing the vehicle. Such damage is not covered by nition keys, contain components for storing tech‐ the BMW New Vehicle Limited Warranty. nical information. Information about the vehicle condition, component usage, maintenance re‐...
Page 13 Information NOTES The data documents technical conditions of the the vehicle, e.g., a smartphone, USB stick or vehicle, helps with the identification of the fault, MP3 player. If this data is stored in the vehicle, it compliance with warranty obligations and quality can be deleted at any time.
Page 14 Information NOTES Services from the vehicle The EDR in this vehicle is designed to record such data as: manufacturer ▷ How various systems in your vehicle were op‐ Where online services from the vehicle manufac‐ erating. turer are concerned, the corresponding functions are described in the appropriate place, for in‐...
Page 15 Na‐ tional Highway Traffic Safety Administration NHTSA, in addition to notifying BMW of North Engine compartment America, LLC, P.O. Box 1227, Westwood, New Jersey 07675-1227, Telephone 1-800-831-1117.
Page 16: Owner's Manual Media
Owner's Manual media NOTES Owner's Manual media Vehicle features and After a software update in the vehicle options After a vehicle software update – such as, a Re‐ mote Software Upgrade – the Integrated Own‐ This chapter describes all standard, country-spe‐ er's Manual for the vehicle will contain the latest cific and optional features offered with the series.
Page 17 Owner's Manual media NOTES Selecting the Owner's Manual Select the desired page in the Owner's Manual. Press the button. Press the button again to return to the "CAR" last displayed function. "Owner's Manual" Select the desired method of accessing the Press the button to return to the page contents.
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Page 19 QUICK REFERENCE Entering ....................... 20 Set-up and use ................... 24 On the road ....................27 Online Edition for Part no. 01402779113 - II/19...
Page 20: Quick Reference Entering
Entering QUICK REFERENCE Entering Opening and closing Buttons for the central locking system Buttons on the remote control Overview 1 Unlocking Buttons for the central locking system. 2 Locking 3 Unlocking the trunk lid Locking 4 Press and hold or press three times in quick Pressing the button locks the vehicle if succession: panic mode the front doors are closed.
Page 21 Entering QUICK REFERENCE Comfort Access Trunk lid Concept Opening The vehicle can be accessed without activating the remote control. All you need to do is to have the remote control with you, such as in your pants pocket. The vehicle automatically detects the remote control when it is in close proximity or in the car's interior.
Page 22 Entering QUICK REFERENCE 3 Instrument cluster 4 Wipers Indicator/warning lights Instrument cluster The indicator/warning lights can light up in a vari‐ ety of combinations and colors. Convertible top switch Several of the lights are checked for proper func‐ tioning and light up temporarily when the engine is started or standby state is switched on.
Page 23 Entering QUICK REFERENCE Wait for the signal. 3 Convertible top Say the command. 4 Parking brake, Automatic Hold The symbol on the Control Display indi‐ 5 Driving Dynamics Control cates that the voice activation system is 6 Start/Stop button active. 7 Assistance systems If no other commands are possible, operate the function via iDrive.
Page 24: Set-Up And Use
Set-up and use QUICK REFERENCE Set-up and use Seats, mirrors, and steering Adjusting the steering wheel wheel Manual steering wheel adjustment Electrically adjustable seats Fold the lever down. Move the steering wheel to the preferred 1 Forward/backward, height, seat tilt height and angle to suit your seating position.
Page 25 Set-up and use QUICK REFERENCE Infotainment Connecting a mobile phone General information Radio After the mobile phone is connected once to the vehicle, the mobile phone can be operated using iDrive, the steering wheel buttons, voice activa‐ tion, and gestures. Connecting the mobile phone via Bluetooth Via iDrive:...
Page 26 Set-up and use QUICK REFERENCE Switching on Bluetooth and CarPlay "Accept" ▷ Press the button on the steering Via iDrive: wheel. "COM" ▷ Via the selection list in the instrument cluster: "Mobile devices" Use the thumbwheel on the steering wheel to Move the Controller to the right.
Page 27: On The Road
On the road QUICK REFERENCE On the road Driving Releasing With drive-ready state switched on: Drive-ready state Steptronic transmission: press the switch while the brake is pressed or selector lever posi‐ tion P is set. Switching on drive-ready state The LED and indicator light go out. ▷...
Page 28 On the road QUICK REFERENCE Steptronic transmission, Sport A selector lever lock prevents the inadvertent shifting to selector lever position R or the inad‐ program and manual mode vertent shifting from selector lever position P. Engage selector lever position R only when the vehicle is stationary.
Page 29 On the road QUICK REFERENCE Turn signal Symbol Function Right roadside parking light. Left roadside parking light. Wiper system Switching the wipers on/off and ▷ On: press the lever past the resistance point. brief wipe ▷ Off: press the lever past the resistance point in the opposite direction.
Page 30 On the road QUICK REFERENCE Cleaning the windshield ▷ Switching off: press the lever down until it reaches its standard position. ▷ Brief wipe: press the lever down from the standard position. Rain sensor Activating/deactivating Pull the wiper lever towards you. Climate control Automatic climate control To activate: press the lever up once from its...
Page 31 On the road QUICK REFERENCE Refueling Automatic climate control with enhanced features Refueling Button Function Fuel cap Temperature. To open the fuel filler flap, press on the rear edge, arrow. The fuel filler flap opens. Recirculated-air mode. Maximum cooling. AUTO program. Air flow, manual.
Page 32 The friction during hard braking may produce brake dust and make the rims dirty. Brake dust Observe the quantity to be added in the mes‐ can be removed by cleaning the rims. BMW rec‐ sage. ommends using vehicle care and cleaning prod‐...
Page 33 The BMW Assist Concierge service offers infor‐ mation on events, gas stations or hotels, and provides phone numbers and addresses. Many hotels can be booked directly by the BMW Con‐ cierge service. The Concierge service is part of the optional BMW Assist Response Center.
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Page 35 CONTROLS Cockpit ......................36 Operating state of the vehicle ..............41 iDrive ......................44 BMW Remote Software Upgrade ............56 General settings ..................59 Opening and closing ................. 72 Seats, mirrors, and steering wheel ............100 Transporting children safely ..............109 Driving .......................
Page 36: Controls Cockpit
Cockpit CONTROLS Cockpit Vehicle features and not necessarily available in your vehicle, e.g., due to the selected options or country versions. This options also applies to safety-related functions and sys‐ tems. When using these functions and systems, This chapter describes all standard, country-spe‐ the applicable laws and regulations must be ob‐...
Page 37 Cockpit CONTROLS Light switch 146 Depending on the equipment: Active Cruise Control on/off 180 Lights off Cruise control: to store the speed Daytime running lights 148 Parking lights 147 Pausing cruise control Automatic headlight control 146 Continuing cruise control Adaptive light functions 148 High-beam Assistant 149 Active Cruise Control: increase dis‐ tance beams 147 Active Cruise Control: reduce dis‐...
Page 38 Cockpit CONTROLS Heated steering wheel 106 16 Glove compartment 227 Unlocking the hood 281 15 Adjusting the steering wheel 106 In the vicinity of the center console 1 Control Display 47 Opening and closing the convertible top 94 Hazard warning system 295 Parking brake 116 Intelligent Safety 155 Automatic Hold 117 Ventilation 215 4 Glove...
Page 39 Cockpit CONTROLS ECO PRO driving mode 13 Steptronic transmission selector lever 123 ADAPTIVE driving mode Switching drive-ready state on/ off 113 Auto Start/Stop function 113 PDC Park Distance Control 189 Rearview camera 193 Cross traffic warning 202 Parking assistant 196 DSC Dynamic Stability Con‐ trol 172 Online Edition for Part no. 01402779113 - II/19...
Page 40 Cockpit CONTROLS In the vicinity of the roofliner Emergency Request, SOS 297 Reading lights 151 Indicator light, front-seat passenger Interior lights 150 airbag 155 Online Edition for Part no. 01402779113 - II/19...
Page 41: Operating State Of The Vehicle
Operating state of the vehicle CONTROLS Operating state of the vehicle Vehicle features and Safety information options Warning This chapter describes all standard, country-spe‐ An unsecured vehicle can begin to move and cific and optional features offered with the series. possibly roll away.
Page 42 Operating state of the vehicle CONTROLS Standby state ▷ After several minutes, if no operation takes place on the vehicle. ▷ If the charge state of the vehicle battery is Concept low. When standby state is switched on, most func‐ ▷...
Page 43 Operating state of the vehicle CONTROLS Gasoline engine Warning Depending on the motorization, the full drive An unsecured vehicle can begin to move and power may not be available for approximately possibly roll away. There is a risk of accident. 30 seconds after starting the engine.
Page 44: Idrive
iDrive CONTROLS iDrive Vehicle features and Input and display options Main menu This chapter describes all standard, country-spe‐ General information cific and optional features offered with the series. The main menu is divided into two areas. The It also describes features and functions that are left area contains menu items that can be used not necessarily available in your vehicle, e.g., due to call up all the iDrive functions.
Page 45 Management and access to apps and vehicle functions. Additional apps can be purchased Several menu items are preceded by a check‐ from the BMW Store. box. The checkbox indicates whether the func‐ tion is activated or deactivated. Selecting the Widgets menu item activates or deactivates the function.
Page 46 iDrive CONTROLS tinations, phone numbers and menu entries or Symbol Meaning pages in the Integrated Owner's Manual. Reminder. Settings are stored for the driver profile currently used. Sending not possible. Overview Entertainment symbols Symbol Meaning Music hard disk. Bluetooth audio. USB audio interface.
Page 47 iDrive CONTROLS Deleting all button assignments Safety information All button assignments can be deleted. NOTICE Press and hold buttons 1 and 8 at the same time. Objects in the area in the front of the Control Display can shift and damage the Control Dis‐ "OK"...
Page 48 iDrive CONTROLS Operation Button Function ▷ Turn to switch between menu items, for ex‐ Opens the Communication menu. ample. Opens the Media/Radio menu. Opens destination input menu for navigation. Opens navigation map. Opens the previous display. ▷ Press to select a menu item, for example. Opens the Options menu.
Page 49 iDrive CONTROLS It is also possible to select widgets in the instru‐ ▷ Move the Controller to the left. ment cluster, refer to page 131. The current display closes and the previous display is shown. Adjusting the menu ▷ Press the button. Adjusting widgets The previous display re-opens.
Page 50 iDrive CONTROLS Entering letters and numbers Deleting ▷ The system distinguishes between upper Symbol Function and lower-case letters and numbers. The en‐ try may require switching between letters and Press the Controller: delete letters or numbers, refer to page 44. number.
Page 51 iDrive CONTROLS Operation via touchscreen ▷ Delete selected page: tap "Delete page". ▷ Adjust content of the widget: tap center of General information widget. The Control Display is equipped with a touch‐ Tap "Done". screen. Showing/hiding the display bar You can tap on menu items and widgets. Touch the screen with your fingers.
Page 52 Move map. Swipe in the appropriate di‐ ▷ Press the button on the steering rection. wheel. ▷ Say the wake word ›Hello BMW‹ or a personal Enlarge/shrink Drag in or out with the fin‐ wake word. map. gers. ▷ Active voice processing.
Page 53 Say the commands, numbers, and letters Personal wake word smoothly and with normal volume, emphasis, In addition to a preset wake word ›Hello BMW‹, a and speed. personal wake word can be set up. The status of the voice recognition is displayed Via iDrive: in the upper area of the Control Display.
Page 54 Help on the voice activation system Example for function ▷ To have the available spoken instructions Say the wake word ›Hello BMW‹ or a personal read out loud: ›Voice commands‹. wake word. ▷ To have information on the operating princi‐...
Page 55 iDrive CONTROLS Speaking during voice output ▷ Noises from the front passenger or the rear seat bench can impair the system. Avoid It is possible to answer during inquiries of the making other noise in the vehicle while voice activation system. The function can be de‐ speaking.
Page 56: Bmw Remote Software Upgrade
General information can be displayed on the Control Display. The in‐ BMW recommends performing the Remote formation is available in the ConnectedDrive cus‐ Software Upgrade as soon as it becomes availa‐ tomer portal at any time.
Page 57 Download the available upgrade to the smart‐ themselves and traffic, for instance due to the phone in the BMW Connected app. following actions: Follow the instructions in the BMW Con‐ ▷ Pressing the Start/Stop button. nected app. ▷ Releasing the parking brake.
Page 58 The driver's door can be locked and unlocked from the outside using the integrated key. Malfunction In the event of a malfunction, follow the instruc‐ tions on the Control Display or in the BMW Con‐ nected app. Online Edition for Part no. 01402779113 - II/19...
Page 59: General Settings
▷ All messages or a limited time period for re‐ ▷ Messages from, e.g., the Concierge service ceived messages. or the BMW Connected app. Via iDrive: ▷ Messages from the vehicle manufacturer. Tip the Controller up. The number of messages is additionally dis‐...
Page 60 General settings CONTROLS Time Automatic time setting Depending on your vehicle's optional features, the time, date and, if needed, the time zone are Setting the time zone updated automatically. Via iDrive: Via iDrive: "CAR" "CAR" "Settings" "Settings" "General settings" "General settings" "Date and time"...
Page 61 General settings CONTROLS Trip data settings The setting is stored for the driver profile cur‐ rently used. Concept Language The intervals in which the trip data, refer to page 141, will be reset can be configured. Setting the language Resetting trip data Via iDrive: Via iDrive: "CAR"...
Page 62 "Settings" "General settings" Concept "Speed warning" If vehicle tracking has been activated, the current vehicle position can be displayed in the BMW "Speed warning" Connected app or in the ConnectedDrive cus‐ Setting your current speed as tomer portal. the speed warning...
Page 63 This The vehicle offers different services, whose use personal data can be permanently deleted using requires a data transfer to BMW or a service pro‐ iDrive. vider. The data transfer can be deactivated for some services.
Page 64 General settings CONTROLS Connecting mobile devices The following connection types require one-time pairing with the vehicle: to the vehicle ▷ Bluetooth. ▷ WiFi hotspot. Concept ▷ Apple CarPlay. Various connection types are available for using ▷ Screen Mirroring. mobile devices in the vehicle. The connection Paired devices are automatically recognized later type to select depends on the mobile device and on and connected to the vehicle.
Page 65 Via iDrive: firm that the two match. "COM" Select Bluetooth connection if necessary: "Mobile devices" "Use BMW iDrive for phone calls, Bluetooth® Move the Controller to the right. audio, and apps." "Settings" The mobile device is connected to the vehicle and displayed in the device list, refer to "Bluetooth®"...
Page 66 General settings CONTROLS In the vehicle, delete Bluetooth connections ▷ A mobile phone can only be connected as with other devices. audio source or as telephone. Delete the Bluetooth connection from the de‐ Configure the mobile phone and connect it vice list on the mobile phone and start a new with the telephone function.
Page 67 General settings CONTROLS Follow the following when connecting: The USB storage device is displayed in the de‐ vice list, refer to page 70. ▷ Do not use force when plugging the connec‐ tor into the USB interface. WiFi hotspot ▷ Use a flexible adapter cable.
Page 68 General settings CONTROLS Activate Internet usage via WiFi if necessary. iPhone 5 or later with iOS 7.1 or later. "Open settings" ▷ Corresponding mobile contract. Activate Internet usage. ▷ Bluetooth, WiFi, and Siri voice operation are activated on the iPhone. "Internet connection"...
Page 69 General settings CONTROLS Operation Activate WiFi in the vehicle For more information, refer to the Integrated Via iDrive: Owner's Manual or the Owner's Manual for Navi‐ "COM" gation, Entertainment, Communication. "Mobile devices" Frequently Asked Questions Move the Controller to the right. "Settings"...
Page 70 General settings CONTROLS ▷ For some devices, certain settings are neces‐ Select the desired device. sary, for instance authorization; see the own‐ Select the desired setting. er's manual of the device. ▷ "Disconnect device" The device remains paired and can be Displaying the device list connected again.
Page 71 General settings CONTROLS Via iDrive: "CAR" "Settings" "General settings" "Reset vehicle data" "Reset vehicle data" When the stored settings in a driver profile are synchronized with the ConnectedDrive account, these settings will remain in the ConnectedDrive account. Online Edition for Part no. 01402779113 - II/19...
Page 72: Opening And Closing
Opening and closing CONTROLS Opening and closing Vehicle features and Safety information options Warning This chapter describes all standard, country-spe‐ People or animals in the vehicle can lock the cific and optional features offered with the series. doors from the inside and lock themselves in. In It also describes features and functions that are this case, the vehicle cannot be opened from not necessarily available in your vehicle, e.g., due...
Page 73 Opening and closing CONTROLS Overview If, due to the settings, only the driver's door and fuel filler flap were unlocked, press the button on the remote control again to unlock the other ve‐ hicle access points. In addition, the following functions are executed: ▷...
Page 74 Opening and closing CONTROLS Closing opened. Leaving the vicinity of the vehicle stops the motion. Press and hold the button on the remote control after locking. Locking The windows and the convertible top are closed in the area close to the vehicle, as long as the General information button on the remote control is pressed.
Page 75 Opening and closing CONTROLS Safety information Replacing the battery Remove the integrated key from the remote control, refer to page 77. Warning Place the integrated key underneath the bat‐ Body parts can be jammed when operating the tery compartment cover, arrow 1, and lift the trunk lid.
Page 76 Interference of radio transmission by a charg‐ ▷ The options provided by the Remote Serv‐ ing process of mobile devices, for instance ices of the BMW Connected app include the charging of a mobile phone. ability to lock and unlock a vehicle. ▷...
Page 77 Opening and closing CONTROLS Integrated key Removing General information The driver's door can be locked and unlocked without the remote control using the integrated key. The integrated key also fits the glove compart‐ ment. Safety information Press the button, arrow 1, and pull out the integrated key, arrow 2.
Page 78 Opening and closing CONTROLS Overview Remove the cover. Unlock or lock the door lock using the integrated key. Buttons for the central locking system. The other doors must be unlocked or locked Locking from the inside. Press the button with the front doors Alarm system closed.
Page 79 Touchless unlocking and locking of the vehi‐ cle. Locking ▷ Unlocking and locking the vehicle using the BMW Digital Key. General information ▷ Unlocking the trunk lid. The behavior of the vehicle during locking via the Comfort Access depends on the following set‐...
Page 80 Opening and closing CONTROLS Unlocking the trunk lid Touchless vehicle unlocking and locking General information Concept If you open the trunk lid via Comfort Access, locked doors will not be unlocked. The vehicle will be unlocked when the driver ap‐ proaches the locked vehicle with the remote To avoid locking it in the vehicle, do not place the control.
Page 81 CONTROLS General information All vehicle entry points: the vehicle will be un‐ locked regardless of the side on which the BMW Digital Key varies by country and may be driver approaches the vehicle. unavailable. ▷ If the unlocking and locking of the vehicle is To unlock and start a vehicle with a compatible confirmed with a light signal or a sound sig‐...
Page 82 BMW Digital Key. It is possible to use The corresponding information is shown on the the key card without proving authorization.
Page 83 A digital key can be deactivated temporarily. zation for his vehicle again at the service center To activate or deactivate a digital key, a remote to be able to use BMW Digital Key again. control must be located in the vehicle or an ac‐ Via iDrive: tive digital key of the vehicle owner must be in the smartphone tray.
Page 84 90. phone. The trunk lid cannot be opened when the vehicle When a vehicle is sold, BMW Digital Key should is in valet parking mode, refer to page 89. be reset in this vehicle. The new vehicle owner should make sure that BMW Digital Key has Safety information been reset.
Page 85 ConnectedDrive countries: The settings stored in the driver's profile can be synchronized with the personal BMW ConnectedDrive account. It is thereby possible to use these settings in other BMW vehicles as well. Pull the handle inside the cargo area.
Page 86 Opening and closing CONTROLS The following actions can be carried out on the In the following cases the guest profile is auto‐ Welcome screen: matically active: ▷ Selecting a driver profile. ▷ A driver profile has not been created yet. ▷...
Page 87 Opening and closing CONTROLS Selecting recognition ConnectedDrive countries: If PIN protection was not set up or the PIN is not known, the driver's The settings for the recognition are entered on profile can be activated with the access data of the Welcome screen or via iDrive: the corresponding ConnectedDrive account.
Page 88 ConnectedDrive account. This means that it is possible to use the "Delete now" personal settings in other BMW vehicles with ConnectedDrive countries: If the driver profile ConnectedDrive access as well. was synchronized with a ConnectedDrive ac‐...
Page 89 Opening and closing CONTROLS Valet parking mode Via the vehicle settings Via iDrive: Concept "CAR" In the valet parking mode, the Control Display is "Settings" locked and operation via iDrive is no longer pos‐ "General settings" sible. "Valet parking mode" For example, this mode can be used when the vehicle is handed over for valet parking.
Page 90 Opening and closing CONTROLS Guest profile Enter the ConnectedDrive access data as‐ signed to the driver profile. The guest profile is the active driver profile. A PIN must be entered. Guest profile "PIN" In the guest profile, the valet parking mode can only be deactivated if the valet parking mode was Enter PIN.
Page 91 Opening and closing CONTROLS Confirmation signals from the Automatic locking vehicle Via iDrive: Via iDrive: "CAR" "CAR" "Settings" "Settings" "Doors/Access" "Doors/Access" Select the desired setting: Deactivate or activate the desired confirma‐ ▷ "Lock automatically" tion signals: The vehicle locks automatically after a ▷...
Page 92 Opening and closing CONTROLS Opening the doors with the alarm ▷ "Unlock when approaching" system switched on ▷ "Lock when walking away" The alarm system is triggered when a door is Establishing idle state after opened if the door was unlocked using the opening the front doors integrated key in the door lock.
Page 93 Opening and closing CONTROLS Interior motion sensor and tilt alarm sensor The tilt alarm sensor and the interior motion sen‐ are not active, as doors, hood, or trunk lid are sor can be switched off in such situations. not correctly closed. Correctly closed access Switching off the tilt alarm sensor points are secured.
Page 94 Opening and closing CONTROLS Overview Jam protection system Concept The jam protection prevents objects or body parts becoming jammed between the door frame and window while a window is being closed. General information If resistance or a blockage is detected while a window is being closed, the closing action is in‐...
Page 95 Opening and closing CONTROLS If the vehicle is accelerated above a speed of ap‐ prox. 30 mph/50 km/h while the convertible top is Warning being moved, the convertible top movement When operating the convertible top while driv‐ stops. ing, the view to the rear may be limited. At Follow the following information: speeds above 30 mph/50 km/h the convertible top stops in its current position.
Page 96 Opening and closing CONTROLS Functional requirements ▷ Do not open the convertible top, if it is wet, covered in snow, iced up, or dirty. The following requirements must be fulfilled in ▷ Do not place objects on the convertible order to be able to move the convertible top. top.
Page 97 Opening and closing CONTROLS The convertible top movement is interrupted if of the convertible top and the convertible top the switch is released. The sequence can be well storage cover is free. Only close the continued in the desired direction using the convertible top manually with two people.
Page 98 Opening and closing CONTROLS Convertible top locking on the right side of the vehicle clockwise to the stop. Carefully remove the cover in the center of the front convertible top frame. Lift the convertible top out on the front on both sides, and swing it forward.
Page 99 Opening and closing CONTROLS Safety information Turn the hexagon wrench clockwise to the stop to open the locking hooks. Warning A wind deflector that has not been mounted correctly may fly off and be thown into the vehi‐ cle or endanger other road users. There is a risk of injury or risk of damage to property.
Page 100: Seats, Mirrors, And Steering Wheel
Seats, mirrors, and steering wheel CONTROLS Seats, mirrors, and steering wheel Vehicle features and Warning options With a backrest inclined too far to the rear, the efficacy of the safety belt can no longer be en‐ This chapter describes all standard, country-spe‐ sured.
Page 101 Seats, mirrors, and steering wheel CONTROLS Overview Seat tilt 1 Forward/backward, height, seat tilt Move switch up or down. 2 Backrest tilt Backrest tilt 3 Backrest width 4 Lumbar support Forward/backward Move switch forward or backward. Thigh support Push switch forward or backward. Height Pull the lever at the front of the seat and push the thigh support forward or back.
Page 102 Seats, mirrors, and steering wheel CONTROLS Safety belts of the spine. The lower back and the spine are supported for upright posture. Number of safety belts and Adjusting safety belt buckles ▷ Press the front/rear section of The vehicle is fitted with two safety belts to en‐ the button: sure occupant safety.
Page 103 Seats, mirrors, and steering wheel CONTROLS Insert the tongue plate into the safety belt buckle. The safety belt buckle must engage Warning audibly. The efficacy of safety gear, including safety belts, may not be fully functional or fail in the following situations: ▷...
Page 104 Seats, mirrors, and steering wheel CONTROLS reminder can also be activated if objects are ▷ Do not use any accessories, for instance placed on the front passenger seat. pillows, while driving. Adjusting the height Front head restraints The height of the head restraints cannot be ad‐ justed.
Page 105 Seats, mirrors, and steering wheel CONTROLS Overview Folding the mirrors in and out is helpful in the fol‐ lowing situations: ▷ In vehicle washes. ▷ On narrow roads. Mirrors that were folded in are folded out auto‐ matically at a speed of approx. 25 mph/40 km/h. Automatic heating Both exterior mirrors are automatically heated as needed and when the drive-ready state is...
Page 106 Seats, mirrors, and steering wheel CONTROLS Interior mirror, manually Steering wheel dimmable Safety information Warning Steering wheel adjustments while driving can lead to unexpected steering wheel movements. Vehicle control could be lost. There is a risk of accident. Adjustng the steering wheel while the vehicle is stationary only.
Page 107 Seats, mirrors, and steering wheel CONTROLS Switching on/off Warning Press the button. There is a risk of jamming when moving the A Check Control message is displayed. seats. There is a risk of injury or risk of damage to property. Make sure that the area of move‐ If the trip is resumed within approx.
Page 108 Seats, mirrors, and steering wheel CONTROLS Overview Seat heating Switching on Press the button once for each temper‐ ature level. The maximum temperature is reached when three LEDs are lit. When ECO PRO is activated, refer to page 243, the heating output is reduced. Switching off Press and hold the button until the bar display on the climate control display...
Page 109: Transporting Children Safely
Transporting children safely CONTROLS Transporting children safely Vehicle features and Children on the front passenger seat options General information This chapter describes all standard, country-spe‐ Before using a child restraint system on the front cific and optional features offered with the series. passenger seat, ensure that the front, knee, and It also describes features and functions that are side airbags on the front passenger side are de‐...
Page 110 Transporting children safely CONTROLS Installing child restraint On the front passenger seat systems Deactivating airbags General information Warning Pay attention to the specifications and the oper‐ Active front-seat passenger airbags can injure a ating and safety information of the child restraint child in a child restraint system when the air‐...
Page 111 Transporting children safely CONTROLS Child seat security NOTICE The anchors for the upper retaining straps of child restraint systems are only provided for these retaining straps. When other objects are mounted, the anchors can be damaged. There is a risk of damage to property. Only mount child restraint systems to the upper anchors.
Page 112 Transporting children safely CONTROLS Attaching the upper retaining strap to the anchor Open the anchor cover. Guide the upper retaining strap over the head restraint to the anchor. Attach the hook of the retaining strap to the anchor. Tighten the retaining strap. Online Edition for Part no.
Page 113: Driving
Driving CONTROLS Driving Vehicle features and Auto Start/Stop function options Concept This chapter describes all standard, country-spe‐ The Auto Start/Stop function helps save fuel. cific and optional features offered with the series. The system switches off the engine during a It also describes features and functions that are stop, for instance in traffic congestion or at traffic not necessarily available in your vehicle, e.g., due...
Page 114 Driving CONTROLS ▷ Press the brake pedal forcefully again from ▷ The external temperature is high and auto‐ the current pedal position. matic climate control is running. ▷ Engage selector lever position P. ▷ The car's interior has not yet been heated or cooled to the required level.
Page 115 Driving CONTROLS ▷ The driver's safety belt is unbuckled and the is not switched off automatically. A message driver's door is open. appears on the Control Display, depending on the situation. ▷ The hood was unlocked. ▷ If a situation is detected in which the vehicle Some indicator lights light up for a varied length needs to drive off immediately, the engine is of time.
Page 116 Driving CONTROLS Parking brake Display ▷ LED comes on: auto Start/Stop function is deactivated. Concept ▷ LED goes out: auto Start/Stop function is ac‐ The parking brake is used to prevent the vehicle tivated. from rolling when it is parked. Switching off the vehicle during an Safety information automatic engine stop...
Page 117 Driving CONTROLS Overview Steptronic transmission: press the switch while the brake is pressed or selector lever position P is set. The LED and indicator light go out. The parking brake is released. Automatic release The parking brake is released automatically when you drive away.
Page 118 Driving CONTROLS Safety information Overview Warning An unsecured vehicle can begin to move and possibly roll away. There is a risk of accident. Before exiting, secure the vehicle against roll‐ ing. In order to ensure that the vehicle is secured against rolling away, follow the following: ▷...
Page 119 Driving CONTROLS Activating the parking brake This process may take a few seconds. Some mechanical sounds associated with this process automatically are normal. The parking brake is automatically set if drive- ready state is switched off while the vehicle is The indicator light is no longer illumi‐...
Page 120 Driving CONTROLS Signaling briefly wipers are in the folded away state and the wip‐ ers are folded in when switching on. Press the lever to the resistance point and hold it there for as long as you want the turn signal to flash.
Page 121 Driving CONTROLS ▷ Switching off: press the lever down until it In frosty conditions, wiper operation may not reaches its standard position. start. ▷ Brief wipe: press the lever down from the standard position. Deactivating The lever automatically returns to its initial Press the lever back into the standard position.
Page 122 Driving CONTROLS Cleaning the windshield NOTICE If the wipers are frozen to the windshield, the wiper blades can be torn off and the wiper mo‐ tor can overheat when switching on. There is a risk of damage to property. Defrost the wind‐ shield prior to switching the wipers on.
Page 123 Driving CONTROLS Steptronic transmission ▷ After the drive-ready state is switched off and selector lever position R, D or M/S is en‐ gaged. Concept ▷ After the standby state has been switched off The Steptronic transmission combines the func‐ when selector lever position N is engaged. tions of an automatic transmission with the pos‐...
Page 124 Driving CONTROLS Engaging selector lever position N Press and hold the button to release the se‐ lector lever lock. Switch on drive-ready state while pressing on the brake pedal. If necessary, release the parking brake. If necessary, switch off Automatic Hold, refer to page 117.
Page 125 M/S manual mode once the maximum speed is reached. Push the selector lever to the right. Depending on the BMW M drive configuration, D is displayed in the instrument cluster. this function is active independently of the driv‐...
Page 126 Driving CONTROLS General information ▷ The lowest possible gear can be selected by pulling and holding the left shift paddle. Shifting The selected gear is briefly displayed in the in‐ strument cluster, followed by the current gear. The vehicle only shifts at suitable engine and road speeds.
Page 127 Driving CONTROLS A Check Control message is displayed. TRACTION is displayed in the instrument cluster and the indicator light for DSC OFF lights up. Engage selector lever position S. With the left foot, forcefully press down on the brake. Press and hold down the accelerator pedal beyond the resistance point at the full throttle position, kickdown.
Page 128 Driving CONTROLS ▷ Adaptive M chassis. When drive-ready state is switched on, the COMFORT driving mode is selected automati‐ ▷ Steering. cally. ▷ Display in the instrument cluster. ▷ Cruise control. Driving modes in detail Overview COMFORT Concept Balanced tuning between dynamic and efficient driving.
Page 129 Driving CONTROLS The setting is stored for the driver profile cur‐ The setting is stored for the driver profile cur‐ rently used. rently used. Reset SPORT INDIVIDUAL to the standard set‐ Reset ECO PRO INDIVIDUAL to the standard tings: settings: "Reset to SPORT STANDARD".
Page 130: Displays
Displays CONTROLS Displays Vehicle features and Overview options This chapter describes all standard, country-spe‐ cific and optional features offered with the series. It also describes features and functions that are not necessarily available in your vehicle, e.g., due to the selected options or country versions. This also applies to safety-related functions and sys‐...
Page 131 Displays CONTROLS Widgets in the instrument ▷ Navigation displays such as the map view or, if destination guidance is active, a route pre‐ cluster view with destination guidance information. ▷ Displays showing service requirements. Concept Some displays in the central display area can be configured individually.
Page 132 Displays CONTROLS Efficiency display ing is displayed as ECO PRO bonus range, refer to page 243. Concept Check Control Information about driving style and consumption can be displayed in the form of a consumption display as a widget in the instrument cluster, for Concept example.
Page 133 Displays CONTROLS Temporary display Messages after trip completion Some Check Control messages are hidden auto‐ Certain messages displayed while driving are dis‐ matically after approx. 20 seconds. The Check played again after drive-ready state is switched Control messages are stored and can be dis‐ off.
Page 134 Displays CONTROLS Parking brake DSC, refer to page 172, and DTC, refer to page 174. The parking brake is set. For releasing the parking brake, refer to Flat Tire Monitor FTM page 117. The Flat Tire Monitor signals a loss of tire inflation pressure in a tire.
Page 135 Displays CONTROLS High-beam Assistant Emissions are deteriorating. Have the vehicle checked as soon as possible. High-beam Assistant is switched on. ▷ The warning light flashes under certain cir‐ High beams are switched on and off au‐ cumstances: tomatically depending on the traffic sit‐ This indicates that there is excessive misfiring uation.
Page 136 Displays CONTROLS Indicator light in the instrument ▷ Arrow 1: successive yellow illuminated fields indicate an increase in the speed. cluster ▷ Arrow 2: successive orange illuminated fields The yellow indicator light illuminates, indicate the upcoming shift moment. once the fuel reserve is reached. ▷...
Page 137 Displays CONTROLS To check the coolant level, refer to page 287. The Check Control message appears continu‐ ously below a range of approx. 30 miles/50 km. Indicator light in the instrument Safety information cluster A red indicator light is displayed. NOTICE With a driving range of less than 30 miles/50 km the engine may no longer have...
Page 138 Via iDrive: Efficient gear is set. "CAR" "Vehicle status" "Service schedule" Shift into efficient gear. "BMW Service" "Date:" Select the desired setting. Automatic Service Request Data regarding the service status or legally man‐ dated vehicle inspections is automatically trans‐ mitted to your dealer’s service center before your vehicle is due for service.
Page 139 Displays CONTROLS Speed Limit Info Overview Camera Speed Limit Info Concept Speed Limit Info shows the currently valid speed limit in the instrument cluster and, if necessary, the Head-up Display. General information The camera in the area of the interior mirror de‐ tects traffic signs at the edge of the road as well The camera is installed near the interior mirror.
Page 140 Displays CONTROLS Depending on the equipment, ▷ When driving very close to the vehicle in front Speed Limit Info not available. of you. ▷ When driving toward bright lights or strong reflections. ▷ When the windshield in front of the interior mirror is fogged over, dirty or covered by a sticker, etc.
Page 141 Displays CONTROLS Trip data If necessary, the corresponding menu will open on the Control Display. Concept Display Values for the trip, such as the average con‐ sumption or trip miles, are displayed. General information The trip data can be displayed on the Control Display and in the instrument cluster.
Page 142 Displays CONTROLS The following information is displayed: With the button on the turn signal lever: ▷ Total mileage. Continue to press the button on the turn sig‐ ▷ Configured interval for resetting the trip data. nal lever until the widget for the trip data is selected.
Page 143 Displays CONTROLS ▷ Torque. Symbols Description ▷ Power. "Engine oil level": electronic oil measurement, refer to Displays page 284. Via iDrive: "Check Control": displaying "CAR" stored Check Control mes‐ sages, refer to page 133. "Driving information" "Sport displays" "Service schedule": displaying service requirements, refer to Display in the instrument cluster page 137.
Page 144 Displays CONTROLS Switching on/off Via iDrive: Via iDrive: "CAR" "Settings" "CAR" "Displays" "Settings" "Head-up display" "Displays" "Brightness" "Head-up display" Turn the Controller until the desired bright‐ "Head-up display" ness is set. Display Press the Controller. When the low beams are switched on, the Overview brightness of the Head-up Display can be addi‐...
Page 145 Displays CONTROLS Turn the Controller until the desired setting is If the image is distorted, have the basic settings selected. checked by a dealer’s service center or another qualified service center or repair shop. Press the Controller. Special windshield Additional settings The windshield is part of the system.
Page 146: Lights
Lights CONTROLS Lights Vehicle features and Symbol Function options Low beams. This chapter describes all standard, country-spe‐ Instrument lighting. cific and optional features offered with the series. It also describes features and functions that are not necessarily available in your vehicle, e.g., due Right roadside parking light.
Page 147 Lights CONTROLS System limits Low beams The automatic headlight control cannot serve as Switching on a substitute for your personal judgment of light‐ ing conditions. Press the button on the light switch ele‐ For example, the sensors are unable to detect ment.
Page 148 Lights CONTROLS "Exterior lighting" The setting is stored for the driver profile cur‐ rently used. Select the desired setting: ▷ "MGU-416756" Adaptive light functions When unlocking the vehicle, individual light functions are switched on for a lim‐ ited time. Concept Adaptive light functions enable dynamic illumina‐...
Page 149 Lights CONTROLS Adaptive headlight range Press the button on the turn signal lever. control The adaptive headlight range control feature bal‐ ances out acceleration and braking processes as well as the vehicle load conditions in order to avoid dazzling oncoming traffic. Illumination of the road is optimized.
Page 150 Lights CONTROLS Sensitivity of the high-beam wagons; when driving close to train or ship traffic; or at animal crossings. Assistant ▷ In tight curves, on hilltops or in depressions, in crossing traffic or half-obscured oncoming General information traffic on highways. The sensitivity of the high-beam Assistant can ▷...
Page 151 Lights CONTROLS Overview If the ambient light was deactivated via iDrive, it will not be switched on when the vehicle is un‐ locked. Buttons in the vehicle Via iDrive: "CAR" "Settings" "Interior lighting" "Ambient lighting" The selected setting is stored for the driver pro‐ file currently used.
Page 152: Safety
Safety CONTROLS Safety Vehicle features and not necessarily available in your vehicle, e.g., due to the selected options or country versions. This options also applies to safety-related functions and sys‐ tems. When using these functions and systems, This chapter describes all standard, country-spe‐ the applicable laws and regulations must be ob‐...
Page 153 ▷ Keep a distance from the airbags. Vehicle modifications for a person with disabili‐ ties may affect the air bag system; contact BMW ▷ Always grasp the steering wheel on the Customer Relations for further information.
Page 154 Safety CONTROLS Calibrating the front seats Warning Improperly executed work can lead to failure, Warning malfunction or unintentional triggering of the There is a risk of jamming when moving the airbag system. In the case of a malfunction, the seats. There is a risk of injury or risk of damage airbag system might not trigger as intended de‐...
Page 155 Safety CONTROLS Safety information Indicator light for the front-seat passenger airbags The indicator light for the front-seat passenger Warning airbag in the roofliner indicates the operating To ensure the front-seat passenger airbag state of the front-seat passenger airbag. function, the system must be able to detect The light indicates whether the airbags are either whether a person is sitting in the front passen‐...
Page 156 Safety CONTROLS General information Overview Depending on how the vehicle is equipped, Intel‐ Button in the vehicle ligent Safety consists of one or more systems that can help prevent an imminent collision. ▷ Front collision mitigation, refer to page 157. ▷...
Page 157 Safety CONTROLS Safety information Press the button repeatedly. The follow‐ ing settings are switched between: "ALL ON": all Intelligent Safety systems are Warning switched on. Basic settings are activated for the The system cannot serve as a substitute for the sub-functions, for instance setting for warning driver’s personal judgment in assessing visibility time.
Page 158 Safety CONTROLS Intelligent Safety If all Intelligent Safety systems were switched off, all systems are now switched on. "Configure INDIVIDUAL": depending on the Camera equipment version, the Intelligent Safety sys‐ tems can be individually configured. The individ‐ ual settings are activated and stored for the driver profile currently used.
Page 159 Safety CONTROLS "Front collision mitigation" With the warning time setting "Late" the brief ac‐ tivation of the braking system is omitted. Select the desired setting: If an acute warning is provided, the system may ▷ "Early" also provide assistance, such as through braking, ▷...
Page 160 Safety CONTROLS System limits temporarily. When the vehicle slows down to be‐ low this speed, the system is reactivated. Safety information Functional limitations The system may not be fully functional in the fol‐ Warning lowing situations: The system is designed to operate in certain ▷...
Page 161 Safety CONTROLS Person warning with City pedestrians who are located within the extended area only if they are moving in the direction of the braking function central area. Concept Safety information The system may prevent some accidents involv‐ ing pedestrians and cyclists. In the event of an Warning accident, the system may reduce impact speed.
Page 162 Safety CONTROLS Overview Always keep radar sensor clean and unob‐ structed. Button in the vehicle Switching on/off Switching on automatically The system is automatically active after every driving off. Switching on/off manually Press the button. The menu for the Intelligent Safety sys‐ Intelligent Safety tem is displayed.
Page 163 Safety CONTROLS The system’s ability to detect objects may be Button Status limited in some circumstances. Refer to the in‐ Button lights up green: all Intelligent formation in this Owner’s Manual regarding the Safety systems are switched on. limitations of the system and actively intervene as warranted.
Page 164 Safety CONTROLS ▷ In heavy fog, wet conditions, or snowfall. The system does not provide a warning if the turn signal is set before leaving the lane. ▷ In tight curves. If in the speed range up to 130 mph/210 km/h a ▷...
Page 165 Safety CONTROLS Overview "Configure INDIVIDUAL": depending on the equipment version, the Intelligent Safety sys‐ tems can be individually configured. The individ‐ Button in the vehicle ual settings are activated and stored for the driver profile currently used. As soon as a setting is changed on the menu, all settings of the menu are activated.
Page 166 Safety CONTROLS Display in the instrument cluster ▷ "Early" ▷ "Medium" The symbol illuminates green: at lane ▷ "Reduced": some warnings are sup‐ marking was detected on at least one pressed depending on the situation, side of the vehicle and warnings can be for instance during passing without a turn issued.
Page 167 Safety CONTROLS End of warning ▷ If the field of view of the camera or the wind‐ shield is dirty or covered in the area of the in‐ The warning is canceled in the following situa‐ terior mirror. tions: ▷ If the camera has overheated and been tem‐...
Page 168 Safety CONTROLS Radar sensors Before you change lanes after setting the turn signal, the system issues a warning in the situa‐ tions described above. The light in the exterior mirror flashes and the steering wheel vibrates. Safety information Warning The system cannot serve as a substitute for the The radar sensors are located in the rear driver’s personal judgment in assessing visibility bumper.
Page 169 Safety CONTROLS "INDIVIDUAL": the Intelligent Safety systems are "Driver Assistance" switched on according to the individual settings. "Feedback on the steering wheel" Some Intelligent Safety systems cannot be indi‐ "Vibration intensity" vidually switched off. Select the desired setting. The setting is applied to all Intelligent Safety sys‐ Press and hold this button.
Page 170 Safety CONTROLS System limits Displaying warnings Depending on the selected warning settings, for Safety information instance warning time, more warnings can be displayed. However, there may also be an excess of premature warnings of critical situations. Warning The system is designed to operate in certain PostCrash –...
Page 171 Safety CONTROLS Fatigue alert The break recommendation can also be switched on or off and adjusted via iDrive. Via iDrive: General information "CAR" The system can detect decreasing alertness or "Settings" fatigue of the driver during long, monotonous trips, for instance on highways. In this situation, it "General settings"...
Page 172: Driving Stability Control Systems
Driving stability control systems CONTROLS Driving stability control systems Vehicle features and Adaptive brake assistant options In combination with Active Cruise Control, this system ensures that the brakes respond even This chapter describes all standard, country-spe‐ more rapidly when braking in critical situations. cific and optional features offered with the series.
Page 173 Driving stability control systems CONTROLS Safety information Deactivating/activating DSC General information Warning When DSC is deactivated, driving stability is re‐ The system cannot serve as a substitute for the duced during acceleration and when driving in driver’s personal judgment in assessing the curves.
Page 174 Driving stability control systems CONTROLS DTC Dynamic Traction Activating/deactivating DTC Control Activating DTC Press the button. Concept TRACTION is displayed in the instru‐ DTC is a version of the DSC Dynamic Stability ment cluster and the indicator light for DSC OFF Control where forward momentum is optimized.
Page 175 Driving stability control systems CONTROLS The driver is responsible adapting his or her driv‐ ing style to the situation. Variable sport steering The variable sport steering facilitates a direct and agile driving style with little steering effort. The variable sports steering works independently of the current speed, varying the steering ratio in line with the steering angle.
Page 176: Driver Assistance Systems
Driver assistance systems CONTROLS Driver assistance systems Vehicle features and Overview options Buttons on the steering wheel This chapter describes all standard, country-spe‐ Button Function cific and optional features offered with the series. System on/off, refer to page 176. It also describes features and functions that are not necessarily available in your vehicle, e.g., due to the selected options or country versions.
Page 177 Driver assistance systems CONTROLS ▷ When cruise control is switched on. The speed limit can be exceeded intentionally. There is no warning in this case. ▷ When certain programs are activated via the Driving Dynamics Control. Press the accelerator pedal all the way down to intentionally exceed the set speed limit.
Page 178 Driver assistance systems CONTROLS ▷ The indicator light flashes: the set speed limit There may be a risk of accident or risk of dam‐ has been exceeded. age to property. Only use the system if driving at constant speed is possible. ▷...
Page 179 Driver assistance systems CONTROLS DSC Dynamic Stability Control is switched on, if When the system is switched on, the current necessary. speed is maintained and stored as the desired speed. Switching off The stored speed is displayed, refer to page 180, on the speedometer. Press the button on the steering wheel.
Page 180 Driver assistance systems CONTROLS Continuing cruise control System limits An interrupted cruise control can be continued The desired speed is also maintained downhill. by calling up the stored speed. The speed may not be maintained on uphill grades if the engine power is insufficient. Make sure that the difference between current speed and stored speed is not too large before In ECO PRO driving mode, the vehicle may ex‐...
Page 181 Driver assistance systems CONTROLS Safety information ▷ When fast approaching a slowly moving vehicle. ▷ Vehicle suddenly swerving into own lane. Warning ▷ When fast approaching standing vehicles. The system cannot serve as a substitute for the There is a risk of injuries or danger to life. driver’s personal judgment in assessing the Watch traffic closely and actively intervene traffic conditions.
Page 182 Driver assistance systems CONTROLS Radar sensor Switching on/off and interrupting cruise control Switching on Depending on the equipment, press the relevant button on the steering wheel. The indicator lights in the instrument cluster light up and the mark in the speedometer is set to the The radar sensor is located in the front bumper.
Page 183 Driver assistance systems CONTROLS Changing the speed ▷ Dynamic Traction Control DTC is activated or DSC Dynamic Stability Control is deactivated. ▷ If DSC Dynamic Stability Control intervenes. ▷ If the safety belt is unbuckled and the driver's door is opened while the vehicle is standing still.
Page 184 Driver assistance systems CONTROLS Switch mode of the cruise control Instrument cluster will display selected distance, refer to page 184. Switching cruise control without distance control off and on: Increase the distance ▷ Press and hold this button. Press the button repeatedly until the desired distance is set.
Page 185 Driver assistance systems CONTROLS Indicator/warning lights Symbol Description Distance 3 Symbol Description Indicator light green: system is active. No indicator light: system is switched off. Distance 4 This value is set automatically Vehicle symbol flashes: after the system is switched on. The conditions are not adequate for the system to work.
Page 186 Driver assistance systems CONTROLS ▷ Speed greater than approx. 40 mph/70 km/h. If a vehicle driving ahead of you suddenly swerves into your lane, the system may not be System limits able to automatically restore the selected dis‐ tance. It may not be possible to restore the se‐ lected distance in certain situations, including if Detection range you are driving significantly faster than vehicles...
Page 187 Driver assistance systems CONTROLS Malfunction releasing the accelerator pedal the system is re‐ activated and controls speed independently. Radar sensor Driving off The system cannot be activated if the radar sen‐ sor is not aligned correctly. This may be caused In some situations, the vehicle cannot drive off by damage incurred, for instance during parking.
Page 188 Driver assistance systems CONTROLS Safety information ▷ "Adjust manually": detected speed limit can be applied manually. ▷ "Show anticipation": detected speed lim‐ Warning its are displayed in the instrument cluster The system cannot serve as a substitute for the without being applied. driver’s personal judgment in assessing the ▷...
Page 189 Driver assistance systems CONTROLS Consider the system limits of Speed Limit Info, closely and actively intervene where appropri‐ refer to page 140. ate. Upcoming speed limits can only be applied for the Active Cruise Control. Warning The system may not respond to top speed limi‐ tations when the navigation system is unable to Due to high speeds when PDC Park Distance clearly identify the position of the vehicle.
Page 190 Driver assistance systems CONTROLS Switching on/off The rearview camera image is displayed if the re‐ verse gear is engaged when pressing the park assistance button. Switching on automatically The system switches on automatically in the fol‐ Warning lowing situations: ▷ If selector lever position R is engaged when Signal tones the engine is running.
Page 191 Driver assistance systems CONTROLS Visual warning qualified service center as to whether this addi‐ tional function is currently in your vehicle or when it can be installed in your vehicle in the future. Due to system limits, a collision cannot be pre‐ vented under all circumstances.
Page 192 Driver assistance systems CONTROLS Depending on the equipment markings are shown in black after a certain time. The area next to the vehicle must be newly cap‐ version: side protection tured. Concept System limits The system warns of obstacles on the side of the vehicle.
Page 193 Driver assistance systems CONTROLS Malfunction ▷ With objects with a fine surface structure such as fences. A Check Control message is displayed. ▷ For objects with porous surfaces. White symbol is displayed, and the range ▷ With small and low objects, for instance of the sensors is dimmed on the Control boxes.
Page 194 Driver assistance systems CONTROLS Switching the view via iDrive Park assistance button If the rearview camera view is not displayed, change the view via iDrive: Camera If necessary, tilt the controller to the side. "Rear view camera" The rearview camera image is displayed. Functional requirements ▷...
Page 195 Driver assistance systems CONTROLS Parking aid lines Turn the steering wheel to the point where the green pathway line covers the corre‐ sponding turning radius line. Pathway lines Obstacle marking Pathway lines help you to estimate the space re‐ quired when parking and maneuvering on level roads.
Page 196 Driver assistance systems CONTROLS Detection of objects General information Very low obstacles as well as high, protruding The functions for parking diagonally to the road, objects such as ledges may not be detected by driving out of parallel parking spaces, and driving the system.
Page 197 Driver assistance systems CONTROLS Functional requirements NOTICE Ultrasound sensors The parking assistant can steer the vehicle over or onto curbs. There is a risk of damage to Ensure full functionality: property. Watch traffic closely and actively in‐ ▷ Do not cover sensors, for instance with stick‐ tervene where appropriate.
Page 198 Driver assistance systems CONTROLS Switching on and activating Parking space search and system status Switching on with the button Press the park assistance button. The LED lights up. The current status of the parking space search is indicated on the Control Display. Parking assistant is activated automatically.
Page 199 Driver assistance systems CONTROLS Parking assistant is activated. ▷ If the PDC Park Distance Control displays clearances that are too small. Pass the row of parked vehicles at a speed of up to approx. 22 mph/35 km/h and at a dis‐ ▷...
Page 200 Driver assistance systems CONTROLS Driving out of parking spaces The setting is stored for the driver profile cur‐ rently used. Switch on drive-ready state. Steptronic transmission: Depending on the equipment Press the park assistance button or shift into version: driving out of a parking reverse gear when the vehicle is stationary to space using the parking switch on the parking assistant.
Page 201 Driver assistance systems CONTROLS Terminating the system The driver controls driving the vehicle via accel‐ erator pedal and brake. The system automatically cancels in situations such as the following: Functional requirement ▷ If the driver grasps the steering wheel or ▷...
Page 202 Driver assistance systems CONTROLS Functional limitations ▷ With small and low objects, for instance boxes. The system may not be fully functional in the fol‐ ▷ With obstacles and persons at the edge of lowing situations: the lane. ▷ On bumpy road surfaces such as gravel ▷...
Page 203 Driver assistance systems CONTROLS General information Radar sensors The radar sensors are located in the rear Two radar sensors in the rear bumper monitor bumper. the area behind the vehicle. The system indicates approaching traffic. Always keep the bumper in the area of the radar sensors clean and unobstructed.
Page 204 Driver assistance systems CONTROLS Switching off automatically Display in the PDC Park Distance Control view The system is automatically switched off in the following situations: ▷ When the speed exceeds walking speed. ▷ When a certain driving distance is exceeded. ▷...
Page 205: Driving Comfort
Driving comfort CONTROLS Driving comfort Vehicle features and Performance Control options Performance Control enhances the agility of the vehicle. This chapter describes all standard, country-spe‐ To increase maneuverability, wheels are braked cific and optional features offered with the series. individually when a sporty driving style is used. It also describes features and functions that are The resulting braking power is simultaneously not necessarily available in your vehicle, e.g., due...
Page 206: Climate Control
Climate control CONTROLS Climate control Vehicle features and Automatic climate control options Overview This chapter describes all standard, country-spe‐ Buttons in the vehicle cific and optional features offered with the series. It also describes features and functions that are not necessarily available in your vehicle, e.g., due to the selected options or country versions.
Page 207 Climate control CONTROLS "Temperature:" Button Function Set the desired temperature. Seat heating, refer to page 108. Do not rapidly switch between different tempera‐ ture settings. Otherwise, the automatic climate Air flow, manual, refer to control will not have sufficient time to adjust the page 209.
Page 208 Climate control CONTROLS Maximum cooling "Heating/ventilation" "Automatic" Concept Depending on the selected temperature and out‐ The system is set to the lowest temperature, op‐ side influences, the air is directed to the wind‐ timum air flow and recirculated-air mode with the shield, side windows, upper body, and into the drive-ready state switched on.
Page 209 Climate control CONTROLS amount of time, depending on the environmental ▷ Windows and floor area. conditions. ▷ Windows. With constant recirculated-air mode, the air qual‐ ▷ Windows and upper body. ity in the car's interior deteriorates and window ▷ Upper body region. fogging increases.
Page 210 Climate control CONTROLS Automatic climate control Button Function with enhanced features Seat heating, refer to page 108. Overview Climate control operation, refer to page 211. Buttons in the vehicle Opening the Climate menu, re‐ fer to page 210. For the following settings, for in‐ stance: upper body temperature adjustment, parked-car ventila‐...
Page 211 Climate control CONTROLS Temperature Adjusting Via iDrive: Concept "CAR" The automatic climate control achieves the set "Settings" temperature as quickly as possible, if needed, by "Climate control" using the maximum cooling or heating capacity, and then keeps it constant. "Heating/ventilation" "Driver"...
Page 212 Climate control CONTROLS When using the automatic climate control, con‐ Via iDrive: densation water develops and collects under‐ "CAR" neath the vehicle. "Settings" Maximum cooling "Climate control" "Heating/ventilation" Concept "Driver" The system is set to the lowest temperature, op‐ "Automatic" timum air flow and recirculated-air mode with the Depending on the selected temperature, the in‐...
Page 213 Climate control CONTROLS Automatic recirculated-air The LED is illuminated when recirculated-air mode is switched on. The supply of outside air is control AUC shut off. When recirculated-air mode is switched off, fresh Concept air is directed into the vehicle's interior. The automatic recirculated-air control AUC rec‐...
Page 214 Climate control CONTROLS The air flow may be reduced automatically to "Climate control" save battery power. "Synchronize" The program is switched off automatically if the Adjusting the air distribution settings on the front passenger side or in the manually rear are changed. Concept Defrosting windshield and remove condensation...
Page 215 Climate control CONTROLS Parked-car ventilation Have this combined filter changed during vehicle maintenance, refer to page 290. Concept Ventilation The car's interior can be cooled or heated before driving off with the parked-car ventilation. De‐ pending on set temperature and ambient tem‐ Concept perature, the car's interior is ventilated or possi‐...
Page 216 Climate control CONTROLS Switching on/off directly Departure time General information Concept There are different ways to switch the system on Different departure times can be set to ensure a or off. comfortable interior temperature in the vehicle at the time of departure. The system switches off automatically after a certain period of time.
Page 217 Climate control CONTROLS "Climate control" Warning "Pre-ventilation" or "Pre-heating/ventilation" When stationary climate control is in operation, "Preconditioning for departure" high temperatures can occur underneath the "Departure schedule" body, for instance caused by the exhaust gas Activate the desired departure time. system.
Page 218 Climate control CONTROLS Via remote control If necessary, "Remote Engine Start" "Starting engine for clim. control" The system can be switched on and off using the remote control. Confirm the disclaimer. Press the button on the remote control Confirmation signals from the three times within 1 second.
Page 219 Climate control CONTROLS Using climate control Setting the departure time functions via voice Via iDrive "CAR" General information "Settings" ▷ Instructions for the voice activation system, "Climate control" refer to page 52. "Preconditioning/ventilation" ▷ With voice operation, you can change be‐ Select the desired departure time.
Page 220: Interior Equipment
Interior equipment CONTROLS Interior equipment Vehicle features and Safety information options Warning This chapter describes all standard, country-spe‐ The operation of remote-controlled systems cific and optional features offered with the series. with the integrated universal remote control, It also describes features and functions that are such as the garage door, may result in injury, not necessarily available in your vehicle, e.g., due for example, body parts becoming jammed in a...
Page 221 Interior equipment CONTROLS Control elements on the interior Canada: if programming with the hand-held transmitter was interrupted, hold down the in‐ mirror terior mirror button and repeatedly press and release the hand-held transmitter button for 2 seconds. 6. ▷ The LED lights up green: programming completed.
Page 222 Interior equipment CONTROLS Synchronizing the universal remote control with ▷ The LED flashes fast: the hand-held the system: transmitter was detected but program‐ ming is not complete. Park the vehicle within range of the remote- Press the button on the interior mirror for controlled system.
Page 223 Interior equipment CONTROLS Ashtray Press and hold the two outer buttons on the in‐ terior mirror simultaneously for approximately 10 seconds until the LED on the interior mirror Center console flashes green rapidly. Opening Sun visor Slide the cover forward. Glare shield Fold the sun visor down or up.
Page 224 Interior equipment CONTROLS Cigarette lighter Safety information Warning Contact with the hot heating element or the hot socket of the cigarette lighter can cause burns. Flammable materials can ignite if the cigarette The cigarette lighter is located between the ash‐ lighter falls down or is held against the respec‐...
Page 225 Interior equipment CONTROLS USB interface devices and cables are not in the airbag's area of unfolding. General information Follow the information regarding the connection NOTICE of mobile devices to the USB interface in the Battery chargers for the vehicle battery can section on USB connections, refer to page 66.
Page 226 Interior equipment CONTROLS Slide the cover forward. The USB interface is located between the ash‐ tray and the wireless charging tray. Properties: ▷ USB port Type A. ▷ For charging of external devices. ▷ Charge current: max. 1.5 A ▷ For data transfer.
Page 227: Storage Compartments
Storage compartments CONTROLS Storage compartments Vehicle features and Driver's side glove options compartment This chapter describes all standard, country-spe‐ Safety information cific and optional features offered with the series. It also describes features and functions that are Warning not necessarily available in your vehicle, e.g., due to the selected options or country versions.
Page 228 Storage compartments CONTROLS Front passenger side glove Compartments in the doors compartment General information Safety information There are storage compartments in the doors. Safety information Warning Folded open, the glove compartment protrudes Warning in the car's interior. Objects in the glove com‐ partment can be thrown into the car's interior Breakable objects, such as glass bottles or while driving, for instance in the event of an ac‐...
Page 229 Storage compartments CONTROLS Center armrest Opening General information A storage compartment is located in the center armrest between the seats. Opening Press the button. The lighting of the center armrest switches on. Closing Press cover down until it engages. Press the button. Storage compartment The lighting of the center armrest switches on.
Page 230 Storage compartments CONTROLS Adjusting the net Slide the upper edge of the net up to the correct height. Grab the top of the net as close as possi‐ ble to the edge next to the holder. At first, a re‐ sistance must be overcome.
Page 231: Cargo Area
Cargo area CONTROLS Cargo area Vehicle features and Warning options Improperly stowed objects can shift and be thrown into the car's interior, for instance in the This chapter describes all standard, country-spe‐ event of an accident or during braking and eva‐ cific and optional features offered with the series.
Page 232 Cargo area CONTROLS Lashing eyes hicle. Consult this manual to determine how this reduces the available cargo and luggage load capacity of your vehicle. Load There are four lashing eyes in the cargo area for securing cargo. Multi-function hook The maximum load is the sum of the weight of the occupants and the cargo.
Page 233 Cargo area CONTROLS Storage compartment on the left side A storage compartment is located on the left side in the cargo area. Through-loading system Concept The through-loading system allows the transport Small objects can be stowed in the net on the of long objects, such as skies.
Page 234 Cargo area CONTROLS In the cargo area: open flap completely. The flap is secured with a magnet. Online Edition for Part no. 01402779113 - II/19...
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Page 237: Driving Tips
DRIVING TIPS Things to remember when driving ............238 Saving fuel ....................242 Online Edition for Part no. 01402779113 - II/19...
Page 238: Things To Remember When Driving
Things to remember when driving DRIVING TIPS Things to remember when driving Vehicle features and Engine, transmission, and axle drive options Up to 1,200 miles/2,000 km This chapter describes all standard, country-spe‐ Do not exceed the maximum engine and road cific and optional features offered with the series.
Page 239 Things to remember when driving DRIVING TIPS General driving notes Mobile communication devices in the vehicle Closing the trunk lid Warning Safety information Vehicle electronics and mobile phones can in‐ fluence one another. There is radiation due to the transmission operations of mobile phones. Warning There is a risk of injury or risk of damage to An open trunk lid protrudes from the vehicle...
Page 240 Things to remember when driving DRIVING TIPS mum indicated water level and the maximum The heat generated during braking dries brake speed for driving through water. discs and brake pads and protects them against corrosion. In this way braking efficiency will be available Braking safely when you need it.
Page 241 Things to remember when driving DRIVING TIPS ▷ Infrequent use of the brakes. ▷ Aggressive, acidic, or alkaline cleaning agents. Corrosion buildup on the brake discs will cause a pulsating effect on the brakes in their response - generally this cannot be corrected. Condensation water under the parked vehicle When using the automatic climate control, con‐...
Page 242: Saving Fuel
Saving fuel DRIVING TIPS Saving fuel Vehicle features and Tires options General information Tires can affect consumption in various ways, for This chapter describes all standard, country-spe‐ instance tire size may influence consumption. cific and optional features offered with the series. It also describes features and functions that are Check the tire inflation pressure not necessarily available in your vehicle, e.g., due...
Page 243 Have maintenance carried out Have the vehicle maintained regularly to achieve optimal vehicle efficiency and service life. BMW recommends that maintenance work be per‐ formed by a BMW service center. For information on the BMW Maintenance Sys‐...
Page 244 Saving fuel DRIVING TIPS Button An ECO PRO tip is displayed if the speed of the set ECO PRO limit is exceeded. ▷ Adjust the ECO PRO limit speed: Activating ECO PRO "Notification at:" Press the button. ECO PRO is displayed Select the desired speed.
Page 245 Saving fuel DRIVING TIPS Indications on the Control The efficiency display includes the bonus range, refer to page 132. Display If the bonus range appears in gray, the current driving style is inefficient. General information The display turns blue as soon as all conditions Information about the current effectiveness of for efficient driving are met.
Page 246 Saving fuel DRIVING TIPS Functional requirements The function is available in the speed range from approx. 16 mph/25 km/h to 100 mph/160 km/h. The function is active if the following conditions are met: ▷ Accelerator pedal not depressed. ▷ Brake pedal not depressed or only slightly depressed.
Page 247 Saving fuel DRIVING TIPS To assist with an efficient driving style, ECO PRO tips are displayed during driving. The range of the vehicle can be extended by ad‐ justing your driving style. This gain in range is displayed as a bonus range in the instrument cluster and on the Control Dis‐...
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Page 249: Mobility
MOBILITY Refueling ....................250 Wheels and tires ..................252 Engine compartment ................280 Operating materials ................. 283 Maintenance ..................... 290 Replacing components ................292 Breakdown assistance ................295 Care ......................302 Online Edition for Part no. 01402779113 - II/19...
Page 250: Refueling
Refueling MOBILITY Refueling Vehicle features and Safety information options NOTICE This chapter describes all standard, country-spe‐ With a driving range of less than cific and optional features offered with the series. 30 miles/50 km the engine may no longer have It also describes features and functions that are sufficient fuel.
Page 251 Refueling MOBILITY Turn the fuel cap counterclockwise. Have fuel filler flap unlocked by a dealer’s service center or another qualified service center or re‐ pair shop. Place the fuel cap in the bracket attached to the fuel filler flap. Closing Warning The retaining strap of the fuel cap can be jam‐...
Page 252: Wheels And Tires
Wheels and tires MOBILITY Wheels and tires Vehicle features and Tire inflation pressure specifications options In the tire inflation pressure table This chapter describes all standard, country-spe‐ The tire inflation pressure table, refer to cific and optional features offered with the series. page 254, contains all tire inflation pressure It also describes features and functions that are specifications for the specified tire sizes at the...
Page 253 Wheels and tires MOBILITY Checking using tire inflation After correcting the tire inflation pressure specifications in the tire pressure inflation pressure table With runflat tires: The tire inflation pressure specifications in the Reinitialize the Flat Tire Monitor. tire inflation pressure table only relate to cold With Tire Pressure Monitor TPM: tires or tires at the same temperature as the am‐...
Page 254 Wheels and tires MOBILITY Tire inflation pressure values up Z4 M40i to 100 mph/160 km/h Tire size Pressure specifications in bar/PSI Z4 sDrive30i Specifications Tire size Pressure specifications in bar/PSI with in bar/PSI cold tires Specifications in bar/PSI with 225/50 R 17 98 2.2 / 32...
Page 255 19 100 Y XL Tire inflation pressure values over 100 mph/160 km/h Emergency Speed up to a max. of wheel: 50 mph / 80 km/h Z4 sDrive30i T 135/90 R 17 4.2 / 60 104 M Tire size Pressure specifications in bar/PSI...
Page 256 Wheels and tires MOBILITY Tire identification marks Tire age Recommendation Tire size Regardless of the tire tread, replace tires at least 245/45 R 18 96 Y every 6 years. 245: nominal width in mm Manufacture date 45: aspect ratio in % You can find the manufacture date of the tire on R: radial tire code the tire's sidewall.
Page 257 Wheels and tires MOBILITY Traction The traction grades, from highest to lowest, are Winter and all-season tires with better cold AA, A, B, and C. weather performance than summer tires. Those grades represent the tire's ability to stop on wet pavement as measured under controlled Tire tread conditions on specified government test surfa‐...
Page 258 Wheels and tires MOBILITY cause serious damage to wheels, tires and sus‐ ger of accidents and property damage. If possi‐ pension parts. This is more likely to occur with ble, avoid driving over objects or road condi‐ low-profile tires, which provide less cushioning tions that may damage tires, or drive over them between the wheel and the road.
Page 259 Wheels and tires MOBILITY Retreaded tires Warning Incorrect wheel/tire combinations will have a Warning negative impact on the vehicle's handling and Retreaded tires can have different tire casing on the function of a variety of systems, such as structures. With advanced age the service life the Anti-lock Brake System or Dynamic Stabil‐...
Page 260 Wheels and tires MOBILITY different tire or rim dimensions on the front and self-steering properties will change. There is a rear axles. risk of accident. Drive moderately and do not exceed a speed of 50 mph/80 km/h. Storing tires Label Tire inflation pressure Do not exceed the maximum tire inflation pres‐...
Page 261 Wheels and tires MOBILITY Mobility System Overview Storage Concept With the Mobility System, minor tire damage can be sealed temporarily to enable continued travel. To accomplish this, sealant is pumped into the tires, which seals the damage from the inside. General information ▷...
Page 262 Wheels and tires MOBILITY 3 Tire pressure gage NOTICE 4 Reduce tire inflation pressure button The compressor can overheat during extended 5 On/off switch operation. There is a risk of damage to prop‐ 6 Compressor erty. Do not run the compressor for more than 7 Connector/cable for socket 10 minutes.
Page 263 Wheels and tires MOBILITY Checking and adjusting the tire Screw the filling hose of the sealant container onto the tire valve of the nonworking wheel. inflation pressure Checking Switch off the compressor. Read the tire inflation pressure on the tire pressure gage.
Page 264 Wheels and tires MOBILITY Adjustment Insert the connector into the power socket in‐ side the vehicle. Stop at a suitable location. Screw the connection hose of the compres‐ sor directly onto the tire valve stem. With standby state switched on or the engine running, switch on the compressor.
Page 265 Wheels and tires MOBILITY Reset the Tire Pressure Monitor TPM, refer to ▷ 255/40 R18. page 265. Follow the snow chain manufacturer's instruc‐ Replace the nonworking tire and the sealant con‐ tions. tainer of the Mobility System promptly. Do not initialize the Flat Tire Monitor after mounting snow chains, as doing so may result in incorrect readings.
Page 266 Wheels and tires MOBILITY Safety information The tire sizes of the mounted tires can be gath‐ ered from the tire inflation pressure details on the vehicle, refer to page 252, or directly on the tires. Warning The tire details do not need to be re-entered The display of the target pressures is not a when the tire inflation pressure is corrected.
Page 267 Wheels and tires MOBILITY Tire conditions Via iDrive: "CAR" General information "Vehicle status" Tire and system status are indicated by the color "Tire Pressure Monitor" of the wheels and a SMS text message on the The current status is displayed. Control Display.
Page 268 Wheels and tires MOBILITY The wheels are displayed in gray and the follow‐ Symbol Possible cause ing is displayed "Resetting Tire Pressure Inflation was not carried out accord‐ Monitor…". ing to specifications, e.g., when the After a travel time of several minutes, the set tire tire has not been sufficiently inflated inflation pressures are accepted as the target tire or in the case of a natural steady tire...
Page 269 Wheels and tires MOBILITY Symbol Possible cause Sym‐ Possible cause There is a flat tire or a major loss in tire inflation pressure. Inflation was not carried out accord‐ ing to specifications, e.g., the tire has not been sufficiently inflated. Measure The system has detected a wheel Reduce your speed and stop cautiously.
Page 270 Wheels and tires MOBILITY Reset the system. If tire damage cannot be found, contact a dealer’s service center or another qualified If there is a significant loss of tire service center or repair shop. inflation pressure Repair the flat tire, e.g., with a flat tire kit or by changing the wheel.
Page 271 Wheels and tires MOBILITY Possible driving range with a These circumstances may cause a warning depressurized tire when temperatures fall very sharply. The distance for which it may be possible to Following a temperature-related warning, the tar‐ drive safely varies depending on how the vehicle get pressures are displayed on the Control Dis‐...
Page 272 Wheels and tires MOBILITY Flat Tire Monitor FTM the inflation pressure recommended by the vehi‐ cle manufacturer on the vehicle placard or tire in‐ flation pressure label. (If your vehicle has tires of Concept a different size than the size indicated on the ve‐ hicle placard or tire inflation pressure label, you The system detects tire inflation pressure loss should determine the proper tire inflation pres‐...
Page 273 Wheels and tires MOBILITY Performing initialization Indication of a flat tire When initializing, the set tire inflation pressures A yellow warning light is illuminated in serve as reference values in order to detect a flat the instrument cluster. tire. Initialization is started by confirming the tire In addition, a symbol with a Check Control mes‐...
Page 274 Wheels and tires MOBILITY Run-flat tires Vehicle handling with damaged tires Vehicles driven with a damaged tire will handle Safety information differently, potentially leading to conditions such as the following: ▷ Greater likelihood of swerving off course. Warning ▷ Longer braking distances. Your vehicle handles differently with a run-flat tire with no or low inflation pressure;...
Page 275 Wheels and tires MOBILITY Changing wheels/tires an emergency or spare wheel in the event of a breakdown. General information When using run-flat tires or a flat tire kit, a wheel Warning does not always need to be changed immedi‐ On soft, uneven or slippery ground, for example ately when there is a loss of tire inflation pressure snow, ice, tiles, etc., the vehicle jack can slip due to a flat tire.
Page 276 Wheels and tires MOBILITY Securing the vehicle against Lug bolt lock rolling Concept General information The wheel lug bolts have a special coding. The lug bolts can only be released with the adapter The vehicle manufacturer recommends to addi‐ which matches the coding. tionally secure the vehicle against rolling away when changing a wheel.
Page 277 Wheels and tires MOBILITY Jacking up the vehicle ▷ Switch on the hazard warning system. ▷ Set the parking brake. ▷ Engage a gear or move the selector lever to Warning position P. Hands and fingers can be jammed when using ▷...
Page 278 Wheels and tires MOBILITY Mounting a wheel Extend the vehicle jack by turning the vehicle jack crank or lever clockwise. Mount one emergency wheel only, as required. Unscrew the lug bolts. Remove the wheel. Put the new wheel or emergency wheel on and screw in at least two lug bolts in a cross‐...
Page 279 Wheels and tires MOBILITY Removing the emergency wheel tive tire. The emergency wheel is only intended for temporary use until the defective tire/wheel Slacken the luggage strap at the clasps, ar‐ has been replaced. row 1. General information Mount one emergency wheel only. Also check the tire inflation pressure of the emergency wheel in the cargo area regularly, and correct it as needed.
Page 280: Engine Compartment
Engine compartment MOBILITY Engine compartment Vehicle features and not necessarily available in your vehicle, e.g., due to the selected options or country versions. This options also applies to safety-related functions and sys‐ tems. When using these functions and systems, This chapter describes all standard, country-spe‐ the applicable laws and regulations must be ob‐...
Page 281 Engine compartment MOBILITY Hood Warning Body parts can be jammed when opening and Safety information closing the hood. There is a risk of injury. Make sure that the area of movement of the hood is clear during opening and closing. Warning Improperly executed work in the engine com‐...
Page 282 Engine compartment MOBILITY Closing Energetically close the hood from approx. 20 in/50 cm. The hood must engage on both sides. Online Edition for Part no. 01402779113 - II/19...
Page 283: Operating Materials
Operating materials MOBILITY Operating materials Vehicle features and Safety information options CAUTION This chapter describes all standard, country-spe‐ The use of poor-quality fuels may result in cific and optional features offered with the series. harmful engine deposits or damage. Addition‐ It also describes features and functions that are ally, problems relating to drivability, starting and stalling, especially under certain environmental...
Page 284 NOTICE An engine oil level that is too low causes en‐ Recommended fuel grade gine damage. There is a risk of damage to BMW recommends AKI 91. property. Immediately add engine oil. Minimum fuel grade BMW recommends AKI 89. NOTICE...
Page 285 Operating materials MOBILITY Monitoring Functional requirements ▷ Vehicle is parked in a horizontal position. Concept ▷ Steptronic transmission: selector lever in se‐ The engine oil level is monitored electronically lector lever position N or P and accelerator while driving and can be shown on the Control pedal not depressed.
Page 286 Add engine oils that meet the following oil rating Open the hood, refer to page 281. standards: Open the lid counterclockwise. Gasoline engine BMW Longlife-01 FE. BMW Longlife-14 FE+. BMW Longlife-17 FE+. Alternative engine oil types If an engine oil suitable for continuous use is not available, up to 1 US quart/liter of an engine oil Add engine oil.
Page 287 Operating materials MOBILITY Coolant Oil rating API SL. General information API SM. Coolant consists of water and additives. API SN. Not all commercially available additives are suita‐ ble for the vehicle. Information about suitable ad‐ Viscosity grades ditives is available from a dealer’s service center or another qualified service center or repair shop.
Page 288 Follow the usage the specified level; do not overfill. instructions on the washer fluid container. Close the lid. Use of BMW’s Windshield Washer Concentrate or the equivalent is recommended. Have the cause of the coolant loss eliminated as soon as possible.
Page 289 Operating materials MOBILITY NOTICE Silicon-containing additives in the washer fluid for the water-repelling effect on the windows can lead to damage to the washing system. There is a risk of damage to property. Do not add silicon-containing additives to the washer fluid.
Page 290: Maintenance
Therefore, hand the service advisor the remote control with which the vehicle was driven most recently. BMW maintenance system Storage periods The maintenance system indicates required Storage periods during which the vehicle battery maintenance measures, and thereby provides was disconnected are not taken into account.
Page 291 Maintenance MOBILITY Position or repair shop. Records of regular maintenance and repair work should be retained. Socket for OBD Onboard Diagnosis General information Devices connected to the OBD socket trigger the alarm system when the vehicle is locked. Re‐ There is an OBD socket on the driver's side for move any devices connected at the OBD socket checking the primary components in the vehi‐...
Page 292: Replacing Components
Replacing components MOBILITY Replacing components Vehicle features and not fold or switch on the wiper without a wiper blade installed. options This chapter describes all standard, country-spe‐ NOTICE cific and optional features offered with the series. Folded-away wipers can be jammed when the It also describes features and functions that are hood is opened.
Page 293 Replacing components MOBILITY Lights and bulbs If despite driving with the headlights switched on, increasing humidity forms, for instance water droplets in the light, have the headlights General information checked. Lights and bulbs make an essential contribution to vehicle safety. Vehicle battery All headlights and lights are made using LED or laser technology.
Page 294 ▷ Memory function: store the positions again. well as the positions of any other fuse boxes, is ▷ Time: update. available on the Internet: www.bmw.com/fuse‐ ▷ Date: update. card. Where applicable, information on the fuse types Disposing of old batteries and locations is also found on a separate sheet in the fuse box.
Page 295: Breakdown Assistance
Breakdown assistance MOBILITY Breakdown assistance Vehicle features and Warning triangle options This chapter describes all standard, country-spe‐ cific and optional features offered with the series. It also describes features and functions that are not necessarily available in your vehicle, e.g., due to the selected options or country versions.
Page 296 Control Display. Starting When BMW Accident Assistance is activated, If the vehicle is equipped with Teleservices, sup‐ data on the vehicle's condition is sent to BMW. port is offered through Teleservice Diagnosis. Functional requirements Via iDrive: ▷...
Page 297 Assistance tions. If an accident is detected Overview automatically A text message relating to BMW Accident Assis‐ tance appears on the Control Display. The connection can be established directly: "Call BMW Accident Assistance" The Check Control message for BMW Accident...
Page 298 Preparation established. Check whether the battery of the other vehi‐ Even if you can no longer hear the BMW Re‐ cle has a voltage of 12 volts. The voltage in‐ sponse Center through the loudspeakers, the formation can be found on the battery.
Page 299 Breakdown assistance MOBILITY If the first starting attempt is not successful, wait a few minutes before making another at‐ tempt in order to allow the discharged battery to recharge. Let both engines run for several minutes. Disconnect the jumper cables in the reverse order.
Page 300 Breakdown assistance MOBILITY ▷ Lift the vehicle using suitable means. gross vehicle weight of the towing vehicle is heavier than the vehicle to be towed. ▷ Do not lift or secure the vehicle by its tow fitting, body parts, or suspension parts. NOTICE Pushing the vehicle If the tow bar or tow rope is attached incor‐...
Page 301 Breakdown assistance MOBILITY The tow fitting can be screwed in at the front or Have the reasons for the starting difficulties cor‐ rear of the vehicle. rected by a dealer’s service center or another qualified service center or repair shop. The tow fitting is found in the onboard vehicle tool kit, refer to page 292.
Page 302: Care
Care MOBILITY Care Vehicle features and Distances and temperature ▷ Maximum temperature: 140 ℉/60 ℃. options ▷ Minimum distance from sensors, cameras, seals: 12 inches/30 cm. This chapter describes all standard, country-spe‐ cific and optional features offered with the series. Automatic vehicle washes It also describes features and functions that are not necessarily available in your vehicle, e.g., due...
Page 303 There is a risk of damage to property. Do not General information switch standby state off in vehicle washes. BMW recommends using vehicle care and cleaning products from BMW. Suitable care General information products are available from a dealer’s service center or another qualified service center or re‐...
Page 304 Care MOBILITY Safety information ▷ Remove bird droppings immediately as their corrosive effect will otherwise attack the convertible top and damage the rubber seals. Warning ▷ Hard to remove tree sap or bird droppings Improperly performed work on the vehicle paint can be removed from the convertible top with can lead to a failure or malfunction of the radar special tree sap remover and a soft brush.
Page 305 Care MOBILITY Otherwise, particles of dust and road grime chafe Aggressive, acidic or alkaline cleaning agents can in pores and folds, and lead to increased wear destroy the protective layer of adjacent compo‐ and premature degradation of the leather sur‐ nents, such as the brake disc.
Page 306 Care MOBILITY ▷ Matt black spray-coated components. prevent matting of the carpet, rub back and forth in the direction of travel only. ▷ Painted parts in the car's interior. Clean with a microfiber cloth. Sensor/camera lenses Dampen the cloth lightly with water, if needed. To clean sensors and camera lenses, use a cloth Do not soak the roofliner.
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Page 309 REFERENCE Technical data ..................310 Appendix ....................312 Everything from A to Z ................314 Online Edition for Part no. 01402779113 - II/19...
Page 310: Technical Data
The specified heights do not take into account attached parts, for instance a roof antenna, roof BMW Z4 Roadster Width with mirrors in/mm 79.7/2,024 Width without mirrors in/mm 73.4/1,864...
Page 311 Approved front axle load lbs/kg 1,907/865 Approved rear axle load lbs/kg 2,194/995 Capacities BMW Z4 Roadster Fuel tank, approx. US gal/liters 13.7/52.0 Observe further information on fuel quality, refer to page 283. Online Edition for Part no. 01402779113 - II/19...
Page 312: Appendix
Appendix REFERENCE Appendix General information (2) this device must accept any interference re‐ ceived, including interference that may cause un‐ desired operation. Any updates to the Owner's Manual of the vehi‐ This device contains licence-exempt transmit‐ cle are listed here. ter(s)/receiver(s) that comply with Innovation, Sci‐...
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Page 314: Everything From A To Z
Everything from A to Z REFERENCE Everything from A to Z Index Approach control warning with City braking func‐ tion Approved axle load A/C button, see Air conditioning Apps, see Owner's Handbook for Navigation, En‐ ABS, Antilock Brake System tertainment, Communication Acceleration Assistant, see Launch Control Ashtray Accessories and parts...
Page 315 Blu-ray, see Owner's Handbook for Navigation, Carpet, care Entertainment, Communication CarPlay, connection to the vehicle BMW Assist, see Owner's Manual for Navigation, Car seats, see Transporting children safely Entertainment and Communication Car washing BMW Digital Key Catalytic converter, see Hot exhaust gas sys‐...
Page 316 Everything from A to Z REFERENCE Cigarette lighter, front Control systems, driving stability Cleaning displays, screens Convenient closing, remote control Cleaning, Head-up Display Convenient opening, remote control Climate control Convertible, convertible top Coasting Convertible, roof Coasting with engine decoupled, see Coast‐ Convertible top Convertible, wind deflector Coasting with idling engine...
Page 317 Everything from A to Z REFERENCE Differential lock DTC Dynamic Traction Control Digital Key DVD, video, see Owner's Handbook for Naviga‐ Dimensions tion, Entertainment, Communication Dimensions, see Technical data Dynamic Stability Control DSC Dimmable exterior mirrors Dynamic Traction Control DTC Dimmable interior mirror Direct dial buttons, see Programmable memory buttons...
Page 318 Everything from A to Z REFERENCE Entering a destination, see Owner's Handbook Flat tire, continued driving 270, for Navigation, Entertainment, Communica‐ Flat tire message, FTM tion Flat tire message, TPM Entering an address, navigation, see Owner's Flat Tire Monitor FTM Manual for Navigation, Entertainment and Com‐...
Page 319 Everything from A to Z REFERENCE Glare shield, see Sun visor Humidity in the headlight, see Headlight Glove compartment glass GPS geolocation, vehicle position Hydroplaning GPS, navigation, see Owner's Handbook for Navigation, Entertainment, Communication Gross vehicle weight, approved iBrake – PostCrash Ice warning, see External temperature Icy roads, see External temperature Handbrake, see Parking brake...
Page 320 Maintenance requirements, see Condition Based Lane departure warning Service CBS Lane threshold, warning Maintenance, see Service requirements Language, set on Control Display Maintenance system, BMW Lashing eyes in the cargo area Make-up mirror Launch Control Malfunction, remote control Leather care...
Page 321 Everything from A to Z REFERENCE M chassis, adaptive Notes, see Owner's Handbook for Navigation, Measurement, units of Entertainment, Communication Media of the Owner's Manual Nylon rope for tow-starting/towing Medical supplies, see First-aid kit Memory function Menu, instrument cluster, see Selection lists OBD Onboard Diagnosis Menus, operating, see iDrive...
Page 322 Everything from A to Z REFERENCE Parking, Automatic Hold, see Parking brake Remote control Parking brake Remote control, additional Parking lights Remote control for audio, see Owner's Hand‐ Parts and accessories book for Navigation, Entertainment, Communi‐ Passenger's side mirror, tilting, see Automatic cation Curb Monitor Remote control, integrated key...
Page 323 Everything from A to Z REFERENCE Signaling, horn Signals when unlocking, see Confirmation sig‐ nals from the vehicle Safe braking Sitting safely Safety belt reminder for driver's seat and front Size passenger seat Sizes, see Technical data Safety belts Smartphone, connecting Safety belts, care Smartphone, see Owner's Manual for Navigation, Safety systems, see Airbags...
Page 324 Everything from A to Z REFERENCE Standby state, idle state and drive-ready state Start/stop, automatic function Tachometer Start/Stop button Tail lights, replacing, see Lights and bulbs Starting aid terminals Technical changes, see For Your Own Safety Starting, see Drive-ready state Technical data Starting the engine, see Drive-ready state Telephone, see Owner's Manual for Navigation,...
Page 325 Version, see Remote Software Upgrade Video, see Owner's Manual for Navigation, En‐ tertainment and Communication VIN, see Vehicle identification number Unintentional alarm, avoiding Voice activation, see BMW Intelligent Personal Units of measurement Assistant Universal remote control Voice activation system Unlock button, Steptronic transmission Voice command response, see Owner's Hand‐...
Page 326 Everything from A to Z REFERENCE Warning light in the exterior mirror, see Cross Wireless charging of a smartphone, see Wireless traffic warning charging tray, see Owner's Manual for Naviga‐ Warning messages, see Check Control tion, Entertainment, Communication Warning triangle Wireless charging tray, see Owner's Manual for Warranty Navigation, Entertainment, Communication...
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