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  • Page 1 LINK: CONTENT & A-Z The Ultimate Driving Machine® OWNER'S MANUAL. BMW 3 SERIES SEDAN. Online Edition for Part no. 01405A38F56 - VI/21...
  • Page 2 Online Edition for Part no. 01405A38F56 - VI/21...
  • 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 notes on ve‐...

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    On the road ........................CONTROLS Dashboard ........................Sensors of the vehicle ....................Operating state of the vehicle ..................iDrive ..........................BMW Remote Software Upgrade ................General settings ......................Personal settings ......................Connections ........................Opening and closing ..................... Seats, mirrors and steering wheel ................
  • Page 5 © 2021 Bayerische Motoren Werke Aktiengesellschaft Munich, Germany Reprinting, including excerpts, only with the written consent of BMW AG, Munich. US English ID7 VI/21, - Printed on environmentally friendly paper, bleached without chlorine, suitable for recycling. Online Edition for Part no. 01405A38F56 - VI/21...

  • Page 6: 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 7 ››...‹‹ 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 8 The manufacturer of the vehicle recommends of the printed Owner's Manual for the vehicle. that you entrust corresponding procedures to a BMW center. If you choose to use another serv‐ After a software update in the ice facility, BMW recommends use of a facility that performs work, e.g., maintenance and repair,...
  • Page 9 State of California to Specifications for maintenance measures: cause cancer and birth defects or other repro‐ ▷ BMW Maintenance system. ductive harm. To minimize exposure, avoid ▷ Maintenance Booklet, available online and ac‐ breathing exhaust, do not idle the engine ex‐...
  • Page 10 Information NOTES Refer to section on engine oil change regarding nical information. Information about the vehicle recommended service intervals for oil changes. condition, component usage, maintenance rec‐ ommendations, events or faults can be stored temporarily or permanently. Data memory This information generally documents the state of a component, a module, a system, or the sur‐...
  • Page 11 Information NOTES qualified service center or repair shop performs The sound and picture from the mobile device repair or servicing work. can be played back and displayed through the multimedia system. Certain information is trans‐ Data entry and data transmission ferred to the mobile device at the same time.
  • Page 12 Information NOTES Any collection, processing, and use of personal This data can help provide a better understand‐ data above and beyond that needed to provide ing of the circumstances in which crashes and the services must always be based on a legal injuries occur.
  • Page 13 Na‐ tional Highway Traffic Safety Administration NHTSA, in addition to notifying BMW of North America, LLC, P.O. Box 1227, Westwood, New Jersey 07675-1227, Telephone 1-800-831-1117.

  • Page 14: Owner's Manual Media

    Owner's Manual media NOTES Owner's Manual media Vehicle features and Manual for the vehicle will contain the latest in‐ formation. options Printed Owner's Manual This chapter describes all standard, country-spe‐ cific and optional features offered with the series. It also describes features and functions that are Concept not necessarily available in your vehicle, e.g., due The printed Owner's Manual describes all stand‐...
  • Page 15 Owner's Manual media NOTES Scrolling through the Owner's Manual Turn the Controller, until the next or previous contents are displayed. Context help General information The Integrated Owner's Manual can be ac‐ cessed from any menu. Depending on the se‐ lected function, either the associated description or the main menu of the Integrated Owner's Manual will be displayed.

  • Page 16: Quick Reference Entering

    Entering QUICK REFERENCE Entering Opening and closing Buttons for the central locking system Buttons on the vehicle key Overview 1 Unlocking Buttons for the central locking system. 2 Locking 3 Opening the trunk lid Locking 4 Panic mode, pathway lighting Press the button with the front doors closed.
  • Page 17 Entering QUICK REFERENCE Comfort Access Opening and closing the trunk lid with no-touch activation Principle Principle The vehicle can be accessed without operating The trunk lid can be opened and closed with no- the vehicle key. touch activation using the vehicle key you are Carrying the vehicle key with you, e.g., in your carrying.
  • Page 18 Entering QUICK REFERENCE Driver's door Depending on the setting, the doors may also be unlocked. Without automatic tailgate operation: closing Close the trunk lid manually. With automatic tailgate operation: closing Press the button on the inside of the 1 Power windows trunk lid.
  • Page 19 Entering QUICK REFERENCE Buttons on the Controller Button Function Go to the main menu. Go to Apps menu. Go to the Media/Radio menu. Go to the Communication menu. Go to navigation map. Go to destination input menu for navi‐ gation. Go to the previous display.

  • Page 20: Set-Up And Use

    Set-up and use QUICK REFERENCE Set-up and use Seats, mirrors and steering Adjusting the head restraint wheel Adjusting the height: manual head restraints Manually adjustable seats ▷ To lower: press the button, arrow 1, and push 1 Longitudinal direction the head restraint down. 2 Thigh support ▷...
  • Page 21 Set-up and use QUICK REFERENCE Adjusting distance Adjusting the steering wheel Manual steering wheel adjustment ▷ Back: press the button and push the head re‐ straint toward the rear. Fold the lever down. ▷ Forward: pull the head restraint toward the front.
  • Page 22 Set-up and use QUICK REFERENCE Infotainment The search term may be completed automat‐ ically in orange lettering. Move the Controller up to accept the sug‐ Radio gested search term. Select the icon, if needed. Buttons and functions A list of the results is displayed. Depending on the country and equipment ver‐...
  • Page 23 Set-up and use QUICK REFERENCE ▷ Via iDrive: ▷ Bluetooth, WLAN, and Siri voice control are activated on the iPhone. "Accept" ▷ WLAN is activated on the vehicle. ▷ Pairing the iPhone with CarPlay Press the corresponding button on the steer‐ ing wheel.

  • Page 24: On The Road

    On the road QUICK REFERENCE On the road Driving Releasing With drive-ready state switched on: Drive readiness Steptronic transmission: press the switch while the brake is pressed or selector lever posi‐ tion P is set. Turning on drive readiness The LED and indicator light turn off. The parking brake is released.
  • Page 25 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 26 On the road QUICK REFERENCE High beams, headlight flasher Icon Function Right roadside parking light. Left roadside parking light. Window wiper system Turn on window wiper system Press the lever forward or pull it backward. ▷ High beams on, arrow 1. The high beams light up when the low beams are switched on.
  • Page 27 On the road QUICK REFERENCE Cleaning the windshield ▷ Turn off: press the lever down until it reaches the 0 position. ▷ Flick wipe: press the lever down from the 0 position. Activate/deactivate rain sensor Pull the lever. Climate control Automatic climate control Activate: press the lever up once from its 0 posi‐...
  • Page 28 On the road QUICK REFERENCE Intermediate stop 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. Air recirculation mode. Maximum cooling. AUTO program.
  • Page 29 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 30 The BMW Assist Concierge service offers infor‐ mation on events, filling 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.
  • Page 31 On the road QUICK REFERENCE Online Edition for Part no. 01405A38F56 - VI/21...

  • Page 32: Dashboard

    Dashboard CONTROLS Dashboard 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 33 Dashboard CONTROLS Front fog lights  176 9 Steering wheel buttons, left Manual Speed Limiter  216 Light switch  171 Depending on the equipment: Cruise control on/off  218 Lights off Daytime driving lights  173 Parking lights  172 Depending on the equipment: Automatic headlight control  171 Active Cruise Control on/off  220 Adaptive light functions  174 With steering and traffic jam assis‐...
  • Page 34 Dashboard CONTROLS Changing the station/track, see Wipers  139 Owner's Manual for Navigation, En‐ tertainment, Communication  6 Rain sensor  140 Telephone, see Owner's Manual for Navigation, Entertainment and Communication  6 Cleaning the windshield  141 Thumbwheel for selection lists  165 12 Steering column stalk, right Horn, entire surface Steering wheel heating  120 15 Adjusting the steering...
  • Page 35 Dashboard CONTROLS In the vicinity of the center console 1 Control Display  48 Driving Dynamics Control  133 Hazard warning system  364 SPORT driving mode COMFORT driving mode Intelligent Safety  183 ECO PRO driving mode Ventilation  275 ADAPTIVE driving mode 4 Glove compartment  292 5 Automatic climate control  266 Automatic climate control with enhanced fea‐...
  • Page 36 Dashboard CONTROLS 12 Steptronic transmission: selector lever  142 In the vicinity of the headliner Emergency Call, SOS  366 Reading lights  177 Operating the electric glass sun‐ Interior lights  177 roof  106 Indicator light, front passenger air‐ bag  182 Online Edition for Part no. 01405A38F56 - VI/21...

  • Page 37: Sensors Of The Vehicle

    Sensors of the vehicle CONTROLS Sensors of the vehicle Vehicle features and Cameras options Front camera 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 38 Sensors of the vehicle CONTROLS Top view cameras ▷ Camera behind the windshield: if the camera has overheated and been temporarily switched off due to excessively high temper‐ atures. ▷ Camera behind the windshield: during cali‐ bration of the camera immediately after vehi‐ cle delivery.
  • Page 39 Sensors of the vehicle CONTROLS Ultrasound sensors Radar sensors, side, rear Ultrasound sensors in the front/ rear bumpers The ultrasound sensors of the Park Distance Control PDC are lo‐ cated in the bumpers. The radar sensors are located in the bumper. Ultrasonic sensors, side System limits of the radar sensors...
  • Page 40 Sensors of the vehicle CONTROLS ▷ Under certain weather conditions, e.g., high relative atmospheric humidity, wet conditions, snowfall, cold, extreme heat, or strong wind. ▷ With tow bars and trailer couplings of other vehicles. ▷ With thin or wedge-shaped objects. ▷...

  • 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 Display in the instrument cluster ▷ After several minutes, if no operation takes place on the vehicle. OFF is displayed in the instru‐ ▷ If the charge state of the vehicle battery is ment cluster. The drivetrain is low.
  • Page 43 Operating state of the vehicle CONTROLS ▷ Set the parking brake. Additional information: ▷ On uphill grades or on a downhill slope, Instrument cluster with enhanced features: turn the front wheels in the direction of the Power gauge, refer to page 160. curb.

  • Page 44: Idrive

    Via the Controller. All functions of the entertainment system, ▷ Via the touchscreen. e.g., radio stations or connection with external ▷ Via the BMW Intelligent Personal Assistant. devices. ▷ Depending on the equipment: with the ges‐ ture control. Communication Phone and message functions, e-mail and Safety information calendar, and also the connection and manage‐...
  • Page 45 Management of apps, access to apps and ve‐ hicle functions. Additional apps and vehicle func‐ Several menu items are preceded by a check‐ tions can be purchased 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 Icon Meaning Icon Meaning Roaming is active. Stop. Locating is active. Data protection. SMS text message received. Destination guidance active. Message received. Passengers on board. Reminder. Do not disturb. Sending not possible. Programmable memory buttons Entertainment symbols General information The iDrive functions can be stored on the pro‐...
  • Page 47 iDrive CONTROLS Executing a function Control Display Press the button. Safety information The function will work immediately. This means, for instance that the number is dialed when a NOTICE phone number is selected. Objects in the area in the front of the Control Display can shift and damage the Control Dis‐...
  • Page 48 iDrive CONTROLS Controller Buttons on the Controller Button Function General information The buttons can be used to open the menus di‐ Go to the main menu. rectly. The Controller can be used to select menu items and enter the settings. Go to Apps menu.
  • Page 49 iDrive CONTROLS Selecting a menu Adjusting contents Depending on the equipment, the contents of Selecting menu items menus "MEDIA", "COM" and "NAV" can be ad‐ justed, for instance to remove the entries of Turn the Controller until the desired menu functions that are not used from the menu.
  • Page 50 iDrive CONTROLS Deleting Entering special characters Icon Function Input Operation Press the Controller: delete letter or Delete a charac‐ Swipe to the left on the number. ter. touchpad. Hold the Controller down: delete all let‐ Enter a blank Swipe to the right in the ters or numbers.
  • Page 51 iDrive CONTROLS Opening the main menu ▷ To show the display bar, pull down the dis‐ play bar at the top edge of the screen. Tap on the icon. ▷ To hide the display bar, pull up the display bar at the top edge of the screen.
  • Page 52 The microphone on the driver's side is active. ▷ BMW Intelligent Personal Assistant is availa‐ ▷ Say the wake word ›Hello BMW‹ or a personal ble depending on the national-market ver‐ wake word. sion. The microphones on the driver's or front pas‐...
  • Page 53 General information tivation word from connected third-party provid‐ ers can be used. Speaking the wake word ›Hello BMW‹ or the per‐ sonal wake word will start the system. "CAR" "Settings" Preset wake word "General settings"...
  • Page 54 iDrive CONTROLS Function examples The voice control system and the feedback it provides does not replace the printed or Integrated Owner's Manual. The speech recog‐ Vehicle status and vehicle information nition and quality of the feedback may vary. ▷ ›Is my tire pressure still OK?‹ ›How can the passenger airbag be deactivated‹...
  • Page 55 iDrive CONTROLS "Response length" The device must be connected via Apple Car‐ Play or Android Auto. Select the desired setting. Speaking during voice output Press and hold the button on the steering wheel for approx. 3 seconds. It is possible to answer during inquiries of the The voice activation of the smartphone is ac‐...
  • Page 56 ▷ Execute gestures clearly. ▷ The gestures can also be executed from the BMW Gesture Control front-passenger side. Principle Several iDrive functions can be operated by hand motion using BMW Gesture Control. Online Edition for Part no. 01405A38F56 - VI/21...
  • Page 57 iDrive CONTROLS Possible gestures Gesture Operation Function Move index finger forward and backward in the di‐ Accept call. rection of the screen. Select a highlighted entry in a list during voice control. Confirm pop-up. Move hand across the width of the Control Display Reject call.
  • Page 58 iDrive CONTROLS Gesture Operation Function Move fist with thumb extended to right left back Forward Skip function. and forth. The next title is played. Stretch out five fingers, form a fist and stretch five Individually assignable gesture. fingers out again. Assigning gesture individually ▷...

  • Page 59: Bmw Remote Software Upgrade

    Standby must be turned on to search for a soft‐ or quality improvements available. ware upgrade. General information Automatic search BMW recommends performing the Remote The vehicle regularly searches for updates in the Software Upgrade as soon as it becomes availa‐ background. ble.
  • Page 60 Display in the vehicle: Via BMW app "CAR" If an upgrade is available, information about the "Settings" new software version is displayed in the BMW "General settings" app. "Remote Software Upgrade" The data for the upgrade can then be down‐...

  • Page 61: Validity Of The Owner's Manual

    Remove connected devices from the OBD socket. In the event of a malfunction, follow the instruc‐ tions on the control display or in the BMW app. Starting installation If the malfunction cannot be remedied, contact a The upgrade can be installed when all prerequi‐...

  • Page 62: After A Software Update In The Vehicle

    BMW Remote Software Upgrade CONTROLS After a software update in the vehicle After a vehicle software update, such as via Re‐ mote Software Upgrade, the Integrated Owner's Manual for the vehicle will contain the latest in‐ formation. Online Edition for Part no. 01405A38F56 - VI/21...

  • Page 63: General Settings

    General settings CONTROLS General settings Vehicle features and Setting the time format options "CAR" "Settings" This chapter describes all standard, country-spe‐ "General settings" cific and optional features offered with the series. "Date and time" It also describes features and functions that are "Time format:"...
  • Page 64 General settings CONTROLS Setting the date format data to analyze the attention of the driver. This system supports various vehicle assistance sys‐ "CAR" tems, e.g.: "Settings" ▷ Fatigue alert. "General settings" ▷ Steering and traffic jam assistant with Ex‐ "Date and time" tended Traffic Jam Assistant.

  • Page 65: General Information

    General settings CONTROLS Speed warning Activating/deactivating pop-ups Principle For some functions, pop-ups are displayed auto‐ The speed warning can be used to set a speed matically on the Control Display. Some of these limit. A warning will be issued when this speed pop-ups can be activated or deactivated.
  • Page 66 Communication messages, for example e- mails, SMS text messages or reminders. General information ▷ Messages, for instance from the BMW app. The BMW Intelligent Personal Assistants allows ▷ Messages from the manufacturer of the vehi‐ the configuration of the range of messages that cle, for instance technical information or im‐...
  • Page 67 General settings CONTROLS "Notification display" Select the desired setting. Online Edition for Part no. 01405A38F56 - VI/21...

  • Page 68: Personal Settings

    Phone book. The vehicle offers different services, whose use ▷ Online data, for instance Favorites, cookies. requires a data transfer to BMW or a service pro‐ ▷ Office data, for instance voice memos. vider. The data transmission can be deactivated ▷...
  • Page 69 If the set-up assistant was opened in the in the driver's profile can be synchronized with guest profile: create driver profile. the personal BMW ConnectedDrive account. It is ▷ Pairing mobile devices with the vehicle. thereby possible to use these settings in other ▷...
  • Page 70 In the following cases the guest profile is auto‐ Scanning the displayed QR code will accept matically active: the access data for the ConnectedDrive ac‐ count from the BMW app. ▷ A driver profile has not been created yet. ▷...
  • Page 71 ConnectedDrive account. This means that it is possible to use the "CAR" personal settings in other BMW vehicles with "Driver profiles" ConnectedDrive access as well, if this function is Tilt the Controller to the right.
  • Page 72 "Avatar" Select the desired profile picture. ConnectedDrive countries: The profile image is transferred from the Con‐ nectedDrive customer portal or the BMW app. Deleting the driver profile "CAR" "Driver profiles" Tilt the Controller to the right.

  • Page 73: Connections

    Connections CONTROLS Connections 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 74 Connections CONTROLS Function Connection type Symbol in the device list Apple CarPlay: Bluetooth and WLAN. Using apps via iDrive and via voice op‐ eration. Android Auto: Bluetooth and WLAN. Using apps via iDrive and via voice op‐ eration. Displaying the vehicle identification The following connection types require one-time pairing with the vehicle: number and software part number...
  • Page 75 Bluetooth audio. phones via Bluetooth®. WLAN in the vehicle, Wi-Fi hotspot. ▷ "Apps" Apps. With the installed BMW app, apps from the smartphone can be displayed in the Screen Mirroring. vehicle. Apple CarPlay. ▷ "Wi-Fi®"...
  • Page 76 Connections CONTROLS Bluetooth connection Frequently Asked Questions All requirements are met and all required steps were completed in the specified order. Despite Functional requirements that, the mobile device does not function as ex‐ ▷ Compatible device with Bluetooth interface. pected. Compatible devices, refer to page 74.
  • Page 77 Connections CONTROLS WLAN connection ▷ Transmission of the telephone book entries is not yet complete. ▷ It is possible that only the telephone book en‐ General information tries of the mobile phone or the SIM card are For certain applications, such as apps, the data transmitted.
  • Page 78 Connections CONTROLS Connecting a device to the Tilt the Controller to the right. Internet via the Wi-Fi hotspot "Settings" "Internet connection" Using the Internet for the first time via the Wi- Fi hotspot requires registration and possibly a Select the desired setting. data volume purchase from a service provider.
  • Page 79 Connections CONTROLS Apple CarPlay© Operation preparation For more information, refer to the Integrated Owner's Manual or the Owner's Manual for Navi‐ gation, Entertainment, Communication. Principle Frequently Asked Questions CarPlay allows certain functions of a compatible Apple iPhone to be used via Siri voice control All requirements are met and all required steps and iDrive.
  • Page 80 Connections CONTROLS Frequently Asked Questions Android smartphone with Android 11, regard‐ less of the manufacturer. All requirements are met and all required steps ▷ Compatible devices, refer to page 74. were completed in the specified order. Despite that, the mobile device does not function as ex‐ ▷...
  • Page 81 Connections CONTROLS ▷ Do not use force when plugging the connec‐ Additional information: tor into the USB port. USB port, refer to page 288. ▷ Use a flexible adapter cable. ▷ Protect the USB device against mechanical damage. ▷ Due to the large number of USB devices available on the market, it cannot be guaran‐...

  • Page 82: Opening And Closing

    Opening and closing CONTROLS Opening and closing Vehicle features and burns. There is an injury hazard or danger to life. Keep the vehicle key and batteries out of options reach for children. Immediately seek medical help if there is any suspicion that a battery or This chapter describes all standard, country-spe‐...
  • Page 83 Opening and closing CONTROLS There is a risk of accidents or injuries. Do not If, due to the settings, only the driver's door and leave children or animals unattended in the ve‐ fuel filler flap were unlocked, press the button on hicle.
  • Page 84 Opening and closing CONTROLS Locking the vehicle Switching on the interior and exterior lighting Close the driver's door. Press the button on the vehicle key with Press the button on the vehicle key. the vehicle locked. The following functions are executed: The function is not available for the first 10 sec‐...
  • Page 85 Opening and closing CONTROLS cover with a lever movement of the integrated key, arrow 2. NOTICE During opening, the trunk lid pivots back and up. There is a risk of damage to property, among other potential damage. Make sure that the area of movement of the trunk lid is clear during opening and closing.
  • Page 86 Place the vehicle key in a different location. ▷ The options provided by the Remote Serv‐ ices of the BMW app include the ability to In the case of interference, the vehicle can also lock and unlock a vehicle. be unlocked and locked from the outside with the integrated key.

  • Page 87: In The Vehicle

    A vehicle key must be located in the vehicle to deactivate the Key Card. Warning When BMW Digital Key is activated for the vehi‐ cle, a digital key can be used instead of the vehi‐ For some country versions, unlocking from the cle key.
  • Page 88 Key Card, for instance a wallet. vehicle BMW Digital Key Principle BMW Digital Key allows the vehicle to be un‐ locked and locked, as well as started, with a compatible smartphone. General information Hold activated Key Card directly and centered on The availability of the BMW Digital Key depends the external door handle of the driver's door.
  • Page 89 Do not lock The proof of authorization can be started via the the vehicle from the outside when there are BMW app or via the activation code in the corre‐ people in it. sponding smartphone function, for instance the...
  • Page 90 Reset the function cluded. For more information, refer to the Con‐ nectedDrive portal and the BMW app. To reset the BMW Digital Key function, an au‐ thorized vehicle key must be located in the vehi‐ Authentication cle.
  • Page 91 CONTROLS The digital remote control key must be enabled Ensure that the display is facing up. again to be able to use BMW Digital Key again. Close the cover of the smartphone tray. "CAR" Press the Start/Stop button to start the en‐...
  • Page 92 Opening and closing CONTROLS Safety information Locking/unlocking via the door lock Pull and hold the door handle outward with Warning one hand. For some country versions, unlocking from the inside is only possible with special knowledge. Persons who spend a lengthy time in the vehi‐ cle while being exposed to extreme tempera‐...
  • Page 93 The fuel filler flap remains unlocked. ▷ Steptronic transmission: unlocking and lock‐ ▷ The vehicle is not secured against theft when ing the vehicle using the BMW Digital Key. locking. ▷ Opening trunk lid. ▷ Opening and closing the trunk lid with no- Unlocking touch activation.
  • Page 94 Opening and closing CONTROLS Functional requirements Locking ▷ To lock the vehicle, the vehicle key must be General information outside of the vehicle near the doors. The behavior of the vehicle during locking via the ▷ The next unlocking and locking cycle is not Comfort Access depends on the following set‐...
  • Page 95 Opening and closing CONTROLS Convenient closing Safety information Safety information Warning Body parts can be jammed when operating the Warning trunk lid. There is a risk of injury. Make sure that the area of movement of the trunk lid is clear With convenient closing, body parts can be during opening and closing.
  • Page 96 Opening and closing CONTROLS General information Settings To avoid locking the vehicle key in the vehicle, Contactless opening and closing of the tailgate do not place the vehicle key in the cargo area. can be switched on or off. With automatic transmission: selector lever posi‐ "CAR"...
  • Page 97 Opening and closing CONTROLS Moving your foot again will stop the closing mo‐ front passenger is engaged in the safety belt tion, and moving it one more time after that will buckle during locking: re-open the trunk lid. ▷ The vehicle will be locked but not secured against theft.
  • Page 98 Opening and closing CONTROLS Malfunction Valet parking mode, refer to page 100. Vehicle key detection by the vehicle may mal‐ Safety information function under the following circumstances: ▷ The battery of the vehicle key is discharged. Warning For replacing the battery, refer to page 85. Body parts can be jammed when operating the ▷...
  • Page 99 Opening and closing CONTROLS When unlocking with the vehicle key, the Depending on the setting, the doors may also doors may also be unlocked. be unlocked. Open from inside From the inside Press the button in the storage compart‐ Press or pull the button in the storage ment of the driver's door.
  • Page 100 Opening and closing CONTROLS An acoustic signal sounds before the trunk lid is E.g., this mode can be used when the vehicle is closed. handed over for valet parking. General information Interruption of the closing procedure The closing procedure is interrupted in the fol‐ In the valet parking mode, it is not possible to lowing situations: change vehicle settings via iDrive.
  • Page 101 Opening and closing CONTROLS Activating the valet parking Deactivating valet parking mode mode General information General information The lock screen of the valet parking mode is dis‐ played on the Control Display. Before activating the valet parking mode, a PIN must be set up to be able to deactivate the valet The deactivation of the valet parking mode de‐...
  • Page 102 Opening and closing CONTROLS Settings Folding mirrors in automatically "CAR" General information "Settings" "Doors/ vehicle access" Depending on the vehicle equipment and coun‐ try version, various settings for opening and clos‐ "Fold mirrors in when locked" ing are possible. Automatic unlocking These settings are stored for the driver profile currently used.
  • Page 103 Opening and closing CONTROLS Alarm system The text next to the icon indicates the current setting. Select the desired setting: General information ▷ "Tailgate" When the vehicle is locked, the vehicle alarm Depending on the equipment, the trunk system reacts to the following changes: lid will be unlocked or opened.
  • Page 104 Opening and closing CONTROLS Opening the trunk lid with the The vehicle has not been tampered with. alarm system switched on ▷ The indicator light flashes after unlocking un‐ til drive-ready state is switched on, but no The trunk lid can be opened even when the longer than approx.
  • Page 105 Comfort Access. Opening When a window is often opened in the same po‐ sition, this task can be performed by the BMW ▷ Press the switch to the resistance Intelligent Personal Assistant. For instance when point.
  • Page 106 Opening and closing CONTROLS Jam protection system If an accident of a certain severity occurs, the safety function is switched off automatically. Principle Turning on/off The jam protection prevents objects or body parts becoming jammed between the door frame Press the button. and window while a window is being closed.
  • Page 107 Opening and closing CONTROLS Opening/closing the glass sun‐ ▷ Slide the switch back past the resistance roof. point. The sun protection opens automatically. If the sun protection is already fully open, the glass sunroof opens automatically. Pressing the switch again stops the motion. Functional requirements ▷...
  • Page 108 Opening and closing CONTROLS Jam protection system Concept The jam protection prevents objects or body parts from becoming jammed between the roof Close all doors. and glass sunroof while the glass sunroof is clos‐ Push the switch forward past the resistance ing.

  • Page 109: Seats, Mirrors And Steering Wheel

    Seats, mirrors and steering wheel CONTROLS Seats, mirrors and steering wheel Vehicle features and Seats options Safety information This chapter describes all standard, country-spe‐ cific and optional features offered with the series. Warning It also describes features and functions that are Seat setting while driving can lead to unex‐...
  • Page 110 Seats, mirrors and steering wheel CONTROLS Manually adjustable seats Seat tilt Overview Pull the lever up or press it down as often as needed until the seat has reached the desired tilt. 1 Longitudinal direction 2 Thigh support Height 3 Seat tilt 4 Backrest width 5 Lumbar support 6 Height...
  • Page 111 Seats, mirrors and steering wheel CONTROLS Electrically adjustable seats Height General information The seat setting for the driver's seat is stored for the driver profile currently used. When a driver profile is selected, the stored position is called up automatically. The current seat position can be stored using the memory function.
  • Page 112 Seats, mirrors and steering wheel CONTROLS Thigh support General information The backrest width is changed by adjusting the Sport seat side sections of the backrest. Adjusting ▷ Press the front section of the button: The backrest width de‐ creases. ▷ Press the rear section of the button: The backrest width increases.
  • Page 113 Seats, mirrors and steering wheel CONTROLS Safety information Safety belts can be imperceptibly damaged in the event of an accident. There is a risk of injury or danger to life. Do not modify safety belts, Warning safety belt buckles, seat belt tensioners, belt Use of a safety belt to buckle more than one retractors or belt anchors and keep them clean.
  • Page 114 Seats, mirrors and steering wheel CONTROLS Unbuckling the safety belt Safety belt reminder for driver's seat and front passenger seat Hold the safety belt firmly. Press the red button in the safety belt buckle. General information Guide the safety belt back into its roll-up The safety belt reminder is issued when the driv‐...
  • Page 115 Seats, mirrors and steering wheel CONTROLS ▷ Before driving, install the removed head Icon Description restraints on the occupied seats. Green: the safety belt is buckled ▷ Adjust the head restraint so its center sup‐ on the corresponding rear seat. ports the back of the head at as close to eye level as possible.
  • Page 116 Seats, mirrors and steering wheel CONTROLS Adjusting the height Adjusting distance ▷ To lower: press the button, arrow 1, and push ▷ Back: press the button and push the head re‐ the head restraint down. straint toward the rear. ▷ To raise: push the head restraint up.
  • Page 117 Seats, mirrors and steering wheel CONTROLS Removing: M Sport seat ▷ Only use accessories that have been de‐ termined to be safe for attachment to a The head restraints cannot be removed. head restraint. ▷ Do not use any accessories, for instance Installing pillows, while driving.
  • Page 118 Seats, mirrors and steering wheel CONTROLS Removing the center head After setting the height, make sure that the head restraint engages correctly. restraint Only remove the head restraint if no one will be Removing the outer head sitting in the center seat. restraint Raise the head restraint up against the resist‐...
  • Page 119 Seats, mirrors and steering wheel CONTROLS Malfunction The mirror setting is stored for the driver profile currently in use. When a driver profile is selected, In case of an electrical malfunction, adjust the the stored position is called up automatically. mirror by pressing the edges of the mirror glass.
  • Page 120 Seats, mirrors and steering wheel CONTROLS Steering wheel Activating slide the switch to the driver's side Safety information mirror position. Engage selector lever position R. Warning Deactivating Steering wheel adjustments while driving can lead to unexpected steering wheel movements. Slide the switch to the front passenger's side Vehicle control could be lost.
  • Page 121 Seats, mirrors and steering wheel CONTROLS Turning 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 122 Seats, mirrors and steering wheel CONTROLS Seat heating ECO PRO, refer to page 308. Turning off Overview Press and hold the button, until the LEDs turn off. Front Climate control rules Principle Depending on the equipment, some heating and cooling functions can be automatically activated depending on the outside temperature.
  • Page 123 Seats, mirrors and steering wheel CONTROLS Activate the desired rule. Set the level. Online Edition for Part no. 01405A38F56 - VI/21...

  • Page 124: Transporting Children Safely

    Transporting children safely CONTROLS Transporting children safely Vehicle features and Warning options A heated vehicle may result in death to per‐ sons, especially children, or animals. There is a This chapter describes all standard, country-spe‐ risk of injury or danger to life. Do not leave per‐ cific and optional features offered with the series.
  • Page 125 Transporting children safely CONTROLS Installing child restraint Safety information systems Warning The safety belt cannot be fastened correctly on General information children shorter than 5 ft, 150 cm without suita‐ Pay attention to the specifications and the oper‐ ble additional child restraint systems. The pro‐ ating and safety information of the child restraint tective effect of safety gear, including safety system manufacturer when selecting, installing,...
  • Page 126 Transporting children safely CONTROLS On the front passenger seat Child seat security Deactivating airbags Warning Active front passenger airbags can injure a child in a child restraint system when the airbags are activated. There is a risk of injury. Make sure that the front passenger airbags are deacti‐...
  • Page 127 Transporting children safely CONTROLS Mounts for the lower LATCH Position anchors Icon Meaning General information The corresponding icon shows the mounts for the lower The lower anchors may be used to attach the LATCH anchors. CRS to the vehicle seat up to a combined child and CRS weight of 65 lbs/30 kg when the child is Seats equipped with lower restrained by the internal harnesses.
  • Page 128 Transporting children safely CONTROLS Child restraint systems Attachment points with tether strap Icon Meaning The respective icon shows the Safety information attachment point for the upper retaining strap. Seats with an upper top tether are marked Warning with this icon. It is located on the If the upper retaining strap is incorrectly used rear seat backrest, the rear shelf for the child restraint system, the protective ef‐...
  • Page 129 Transporting children safely CONTROLS Hook the hook of the retaining strap to the at‐ This disables various functions so that they can‐ tachment point. not be operated from the rear. Tighten the retaining strap by pulling it down. Additional information: Lower and engage head restraints as Safety switch, refer to page 106.

  • Page 130: Driving

    Driving CONTROLS Driving Vehicle features and Auto Start/Stop function options Principle 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 jam or at traffic lights.
  • Page 131 Driving CONTROLS Functional limitations ▷ Depress the brake pedal forcefully again from the current pedal position. The engine is not switched off automatically in ▷ Engage selector lever position P. the following situations: When all functional preconditions are fulfilled, the ▷...
  • Page 132 Driving CONTROLS Safety mode adapt to various traffic situations in a proactive manner. After the engine switches off automatically, it will For instance, this applies to the following situa‐ not start again automatically if any one of the fol‐ tions: lowing conditions are met: ▷...
  • Page 133 Driving CONTROLS Driving Dynamics Control Via the Driving Dynamics Control The Auto Start/Stop function is also deactivated in SPORT driving mode of the Driving Dynamics Principle Control. The Driving Dynamics Control influences the driving dynamics properties of the vehicle. Without Mild-Hybrid technology: display The vehicle can be adjusted depending on the situation using various driving modes.
  • Page 134 Driving CONTROLS Driving modes Turning on Press the button repeatedly until Buttons in the vehicle SPORT is displayed in the instrument cluster. SPORT INDIVIDUAL Button Driving Configura‐ Principle mode tion In the SPORT INDIVIDUAL driving mode, individ‐ SPORT SPORT INDIVIDUAL ual settings can be adjusted to support driving SPORT SPORT...
  • Page 135 Driving CONTROLS INDIVIDUAL configuration Turning on Press the button repeatedly until ECO General information PRO is displayed in the instrument clus‐ ter. The last individual configuration is activated di‐ rectly when the driving mode is called up again. ECO PRO INDIVIDUAL Activating configuration of the drive mode Principle...
  • Page 136 Driving CONTROLS ▷ Pressing the Start/Stop button. Pull the switch and hold it. The vehicle brakes hard while the switch is being ▷ Releasing the parking brake. pulled. ▷ Opening and closing the doors or win‐ dows. The indicator light in the instrument clus‐ ▷...
  • Page 137 Driving CONTROLS The vehicle is automatically held in place when it ▷ Engaging selector lever position N. is stationary. ▷ Using vehicle equipment. On uphill grades the system prevents the vehicle There is a risk of accidents or injuries. Do not from rolling back when driving off.
  • Page 138 Driving CONTROLS Automatic Hold holding the vehicle A Check Control message is displayed. Secure the vehicle against rolling away, for in‐ Operational readiness is established and the stance with a wheel chock, after exiting the vehi‐ driver's door is closed. cle.
  • Page 139 Driving CONTROLS Triple turn signal activation Safety information Lightly tap the lever up or down. The triple turn signal duration can be adjusted. Warning If the wipers start moving in the folded away "CAR" state, body parts can be jammed or damage "Settings"...
  • Page 140 Driving CONTROLS Turn off the window wiper Activate rain sensor system and flick wipe Press the lever up once from its 0 position, ar‐ row 1. Press the lever down. Wiping operation is started. ▷ Turn off: press the lever down until it reaches The LED in the wiper lever is illuminated.
  • Page 141 Driving CONTROLS Windshield washer system Safety information Safety information Warning If the wipers start moving in the folded away Warning state, body parts can be jammed or damage may occur to parts of the vehicle. There is a risk The washer fluid can freeze onto the window at of injury or risk of damage to property.
  • Page 142 Driving CONTROLS Folding out the wipers Safety information Turn on standby state. Press and hold the wiper lever down, until the Warning wipers stop in a close to vertical position. An unsecured vehicle can begin to move and possibly roll away. There is a risk of accident. Before exiting, secure the vehicle against roll‐...
  • Page 143 Driving CONTROLS ▷ After the drive-ready state is switched off and Fasten driver's safety belt. selector lever position R, D or M/S is en‐ Press and hold the button to release the se‐ gaged. lector lever lock. ▷ After the standby state has been turned off when selector lever position N is engaged.
  • Page 144 Driving CONTROLS Rolling or pushing the vehicle Sport program M/S General information Principle In some situations, the vehicle is to roll without The shifting points and shifting times in the its own power for a short distance, for instance in Sport program are designed for sportier han‐...
  • Page 145 Driving CONTROLS Activating manual mode D is displayed in the instrument cluster. Press the selector lever to the left from selec‐ Shift paddles tor lever position D, arrow 1. Principle The shift paddles on the steering wheel allow you to shift gears quickly while keeping both hands on the steering wheel.
  • Page 146 Driving CONTROLS Without Mild-Hybrid technology: left shift paddles. This is not possible in short- term manual mode. engage selector lever position N Unlocking is possible, if the starter can crank the Shifting engine. Press and hold down brake pedal. Press the Start/Stop button. The starter must audibly start.
  • Page 147 Driving CONTROLS Start with launch control A Check Control message is displayed. Turn on drive readiness. Press the button. 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.

  • Page 148: Displays

    Displays CONTROLS Displays Vehicle features and Navigation display options 4 Depending on the equipment: Driver Atten‐ tion Camera Tachometer  159 This chapter describes all standard, country-spe‐ cific and optional features offered with the series. Selection lists  165 It also describes features and functions that are Widgets  150 not necessarily available in your vehicle, e.g., due Trip odometer, see Trip...
  • Page 149 Displays CONTROLS "Displays" Shift lights  160 "Driving mode view" Range  162 Tachometer  159 Settings Power gauge  160 Individual displays in the instrument cluster can 5 Engine temperature  161 be configured individually. 6 Outside temperature  162 "CAR" Transmission display "Settings" Status, Driving Dynamics Control  133 "Displays" Time  63 "Instrument panel" 7 Speed Limit Info  164 Select the desired setting.
  • Page 150 Displays CONTROLS Settings ▷ Cameras, refer to page 37. ▷ Radar sensors, refer to page 38. Permanent display "CAR" Instrument cluster with "Settings" extended features: Widgets "Displays" "Instrument panel" Principle "Central display area" Displays for specific functions can be displayed "Assisted Driving View"...
  • Page 151 Displays CONTROLS G-meter ECO PRO bonus range In the ECO PRO driving mode, the yielded exten‐ The G-meter indicates the forces that are ap‐ sion of the range as a result of fuel-efficient driv‐ plied in longitudinal and transverse direction on ing is displayed as ECO PRO bonus range.
  • Page 152 Displays CONTROLS Configuring widgets Display Some widgets can be configured individually. "CAR" "Settings" "Displays" "Instrument panel" "Configure widgets" Select the desired setting. ▷ Energy recovery, arrow 1. Information in detail ▷ Current consumption, arrow 2. ▷ Average consumption, arrow 3. Distance traveled The widget for the distance traveled shows the Current fuel consumption and...
  • Page 153 Displays CONTROLS Compass Hiding Check Control messages General information The compass shows the current driving direc‐ tion. Display Press the button on the turn signal lever. Continuous display Some Check Control messages are displayed continuously and are not cleared until the fault is eliminated.
  • Page 154 Displays CONTROLS Text messages Red lights Text messages in combination with an icon in Safety belt reminder the instrument cluster explain a Check Control message and the meaning of the indicator/warn‐ Indicator light flashes or is illuminated: ing lights. safety belt on the driver or passenger side is not buckled.
  • Page 155 Displays CONTROLS Approach control warning with light Active Cruise Control with Stop&Go braking function function The indicator light is illuminated: pre‐ Indicator light flashes and an acoustic warning. Brake and increase distance. signal sounds: braking and evading. Indicator light flashes and an acoustic Additional information: signal sounds: acute warning.
  • Page 156 Displays CONTROLS Tire pressure monitor The Brake Assistant function may not activate. Avoid abrupt braking. Take the The indicator light illuminates: the Tire longer braking distance into account. Pressure Monitor reports a low tire pres‐ Have the system immediately checked by a deal‐ sure or a flat tire.
  • Page 157 Displays CONTROLS engine misfiring within a brief period can seri‐ Additional information: ously damage emission control components, Lane departure warning, refer to page 195. in particular the catalytic converter. Additional information: Front fog lights Socket for OBD Onboard Diagnosis, refer to Front fog lights are switched on.
  • Page 158 Displays CONTROLS Active Cruise Control with Stop&Go Arrow symbol for lane change gray: lane change not possible; functional require‐ function ments not met. The indicator light lights up: the system Additional information: is switched on. Lane change assistant, refer to page 236. Additional information: Active Cruise Control with Stop&Go Extended Traffic Jam Assistant...
  • Page 159 Displays CONTROLS Steering Assistant The current range is displayed as numerical value. Indicator light is illuminated: the system is ready. Instrument cluster without enhanced features: Additional information: An arrow next to the fuel pump Steering and Lane Control Assistant, refer to symbol indicates the vehicle side page 230.
  • Page 160 Displays CONTROLS Instrument cluster with If needed, icons in the power gauge indicate a reduction of the drive power. extended features: Power Example Description gauge symbol Reduced drive power due to a Principle cold drivetrain. The display indicates the drive power available as a percentage of its total power.
  • Page 161 Displays CONTROLS Display The lettering OFF in the instru‐ ment cluster indicates that drive- ready state is switched off and standby state is switched on. The letters READY in the instru‐ ment cluster indicate that the drive readiness is turned on and the Auto Start/Stop function is ready to start the engine automat‐...
  • Page 162 Displays CONTROLS Range ▷ Cold engine: the LEDs of the indicator show a low tempera‐ ture value. Drive at moderate Principle RPM and vehicle speeds. The range indicates the distance that can still be ▷ Normal operating tempera‐ covered with the current full tank of fuel. ture: the LEDs of the indicator show an average temperature General information...
  • Page 163 Displays CONTROLS Service notifications Entering appointment dates Enter the dates for the mandatory vehicle in‐ spections. Principle Make sure that the vehicle's date and time are The function displays the service notifications set correctly. and the corresponding maintenance scopes. "CAR" General information "Vehicle status"...
  • Page 164 Displays CONTROLS Speed Limit Info Overview Sensors Speed Limit Info The system is controlled by the following sen‐ sors: Principle ▷ Cameras behind the windshield. Speed Limit Info shows the currently valid speed Additional information: limit in the instrument cluster and, if necessary, the Head-up Display.

  • Page 165: On The Control Display

    Displays CONTROLS Depending on the equipment, ▷ In the case of navigation data that is invalid, Speed Limit Info not available. outdated or not available. ▷ In areas not covered by the navigation sys‐ tem. ▷ When roads differ from the navigation, such If the detected speed limit has been exceeded, as due to changes in road layout.
  • Page 166 Displays CONTROLS Display General information The trip data can be displayed on the Control Display and in the instrument cluster. The values can be displayed and reset depend‐ ing on various intervals, such as after refueling. Display on the Control Display Overview The following information is displayed depending Depending on the equipment version, the list in...
  • Page 167 Displays CONTROLS ▷ Distance traveled depending on the config‐ With the button on the turn signal lever: ured interval. Continue to press the button on the turn sig‐ ▷ Average speed. nal lever until the widget for the trip data is Selecting and setting widgets in the instrument selected.
  • Page 168 Displays CONTROLS ▷ Torque. Symbols Description ▷ Power. "Engine oil level": electronic oil measurement, refer to Displays page 352. "CAR" "Check Control messages": dis‐ "Driving information" playing stored Check Control "Sport displays" messages, refer to page 153. "Required services": displaying Instrument cluster with service notifications, refer to enhanced features: Display in the...
  • Page 169 Displays CONTROLS "Head-up display" When the low beams are switched on, the brightness of the Head-up Display can be ad‐ "Head-up display" justed using the instrument lighting. Display Adjusting the height "CAR" Overview "Settings" The following information is displayed on the Head-up Display: "Displays"...
  • Page 170 Displays CONTROLS ▷ "Sport displays": display tachometer and shift Lights in the Head-up Display. ▷ "Off": the Sport displays are not dis‐ played in the Head-up Display. ▷ "In SPORT mode": the Sport displays are only displayed in SPORT driving mode.

  • Page 171: Lights

    Lights CONTROLS Lights Vehicle features and Icon Function options Automatic headlight control. Adaptive light functions. This chapter describes all standard, country-spe‐ Low beams. 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 Instrument lighting.

  • Page 172: Press The Button

    Lights CONTROLS The indicator light in the instrument clus‐ After the drive-ready state is switched on, the ter is illuminated when the low beams are automatic headlight control will be activated. switched on. Low beams System limits Switching on The automatic headlight control cannot replace Press the button on the light switch ele‐...

  • Page 173: Car

    Lights CONTROLS Welcome lights Keep the light source clean and unobstructed. Principle Pathway lighting The exterior lighting is switched on automatically when approaching or unlocking the vehicle. Principle General information For the illumination of the vehicle’s surroundings after exiting the vehicle, the exterior lighting can Depending on the equipment, the exterior light‐...
  • Page 174 Lights CONTROLS Adaptive light functions General information The cornering light is automatically switched on depending on the steering angle or, where appli‐ Principle cable, the use of turn signals. Adaptive light functions enable dynamic illumina‐ When driving in reverse, the cornering lights may tion of the road.
  • Page 175 Lights CONTROLS Activate Automatic High Beam Deactivate Automatic High Beam Assistant Assistant Press the button on the light switch element. The LED in the button lights up. Press the button on the turn signal lever. Press the button on the turn signal lever. Sensitivity of the Automatic High Beam Assistant The indicator light in the instrument clus‐...
  • Page 176 Lights CONTROLS Resetting the sensitivity Depending on the country variant, further infor‐ mation can be obtained from the laser label on Push the turn signal lever to the front again for the headlight. approx. 10 seconds or switch off the drive-ready state.
  • Page 177 Lights CONTROLS Instrument lighting To switch off permanently: press the button and hold for approx. 3 seconds. The interior lights in the rear of the vehicle can Functional requirement be switched on and off independently. The but‐ The parking lights or low beams must be ton is located in the rear headliner.
  • Page 178 Lights CONTROLS "Color" Select the desired setting. Setting the brightness "CAR" "Settings" "Interior lighting" "Brightness" Select the desired setting. Dynamic light Individual actions, for example incoming calls or opened doors, are indicated by light effects. "CAR" "Settings" "Interior lighting" "Dynamic light" Select the desired setting.

  • Page 179: 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 180 Vehicle modifications for a person with disabili‐ ▷ Adjust seat and steering wheel so that hands ties may affect the air bag system; contact BMW can be crossed over the steering wheel. Se‐ Customer Relations for further information. lect the settings so that the shoulder rests...
  • Page 181 Safety CONTROLS Strength of the driver's and front Warnings and information on the airbags are also found on the sun visors. passenger airbag Operational readiness of the General information airbag system The power that triggers the driver's/front passen‐ ger airbags depends on the position of the driv‐ Safety information er's/front passenger seat.
  • Page 182 Safety CONTROLS Automatic deactivation of ▷ Do not attach covers, cushions, ball mats or other items to the front passenger seat un‐ the front passenger airbags less they are specifically determined to be safe for use on the front passenger seat. Principle ▷...
  • Page 183 Safety CONTROLS straint system has been detected and the front style to traffic conditions. Watch traffic closely passenger airbags are not activated. and actively intervene where appropriate. Intelligent Safety Warning Due to system limits, individual functions can Principle malfunction during tow-starting/towing with the Intelligent Safety systems activated.
  • Page 184 Safety CONTROLS Press the button. above approx. 3 mph/5 km/h. The timing of warn‐ ings may vary with the current driving situation. The menu for the Intelligent Safety sys‐ tem is displayed. When the vehicle is driven so that it is intention‐ ally approaching another vehicle, the Forward If all Intelligent Safety systems were switched off, Collision Warning and brake intervention are de‐...
  • Page 185 Safety CONTROLS Overview Press the button repeatedly. The following settings are switched be‐ Button in the vehicle tween: "ALL ON": all Intelligent Safety systems are switched on. Basic settings are activated for the subfunctions. "INDIVIDUAL": the Intelligent Safety systems are switched on according to the individual settings.
  • Page 186 Safety CONTROLS Warning with braking function Brake intervention The warning prompts the driver to intervene. If a Display warning is active, the maximum braking force is used when the brake is applied. The brake pedal A warning symbol appears in the instrument must be applied sufficiently quickly and force‐...
  • Page 187 Safety CONTROLS Detection range ▷ In tight curves. ▷ If the driving stability control systems are lim‐ ited or deactivated, for instance DSC OFF. ▷ Up to 10 seconds after the start of the engine via the Start/Stop button. Warning sensitivity The more sensitive the warning settings are, for example the warning time, the more warnings are displayed.
  • Page 188 Safety CONTROLS Warning with evasion support Warning Display in the instrument cluster Indicators and warnings cannot serve as a sub‐ stitute for the driver’s personal judgment. Due If a collision with a detected vehicle or a detected to its limits, the system may not issue warnings person is imminent, a warning symbol appears or reactions, or these may be issued late or in a on the instrument cluster and in the Head-up...
  • Page 189 Safety CONTROLS of damage to property. Actively intervene as ▷ In tight curves. warranted. Refer to the information in this Own‐ ▷ If the driving stability control systems are lim‐ er’s Manual regarding the scope of the sys‐ ited or deactivated, for instance DSC OFF. tem’s operation and limitations.
  • Page 190 Safety CONTROLS Safety information Intelligent Safety Warning Sensors The system cannot serve as a substitute for the The system is controlled by the following sen‐ driver’s personal judgment in assessing visibility sors: and traffic situation. There is a risk of accident. ▷...
  • Page 191 Safety CONTROLS Manual switching off Icon Meaning Press and hold this button. Danger of collision with vehicle cross‐ All Intelligent Safety systems are ing from the right. switched off. Danger of collision with vehicle cross‐ Button Status ing from the left. Button lights up green: all Intelligent Danger of collision with vehicle for Safety systems are switched on.
  • Page 192 Safety CONTROLS Brake intervention Detection range The warning prompts the driver to intervene. The system may also assist in braking if there is a risk of collision. The vehicle can be decelerated to a standstill. The brake intervention can be interrupted by stepping on the accelerator pedal or by actively moving the steering wheel.
  • Page 193 Safety CONTROLS cess of premature or unjustified warnings and re‐ style to traffic conditions. Watch traffic closely actions. and actively intervene where appropriate. Pedestrian Warning with Warning City Collision Mitigation Due to system limits, individual functions can malfunction during tow-starting/towing with the Intelligent Safety systems activated.
  • Page 194 Safety CONTROLS Detection range Press the button repeatedly. The following settings are switched be‐ tween: "ALL ON": all Intelligent Safety systems are switched on. Basic settings are activated for the subfunctions. "INDIVIDUAL": the Intelligent Safety systems are switched on according to the individual settings. Some Intelligent Safety systems cannot be indi‐...
  • Page 195 Safety CONTROLS Brake intervention Thus, a warning might not be issued or be is‐ sued late. The warning prompts the driver to intervene. The following situations may not be detected, for While a warning is active, the maximum braking instance: force is used when the brake is applied.
  • Page 196 Safety CONTROLS Overview The system does not provide a warning if the turn signal is set in the respective direction be‐ fore leaving the lane. Button in the vehicle Depending on the equipment version, if in the speed range up to 130 mph/210 km/h a lane marking is crossed, the system may intervene with a brief active steering intervention in addi‐...
  • Page 197 Safety CONTROLS a setting is changed on the menu, all settings of lane markings in curves or with dynamic the menu are activated. passing without blinker. ▷ "Off": no warnings are issued. Press the button repeatedly. The following settings are switched be‐ Setting the intensity of the steering tween: wheel vibration...
  • Page 198 Safety CONTROLS System limits cordance with the steering wheel vibration set‐ ting. Safety information When the turn signal is switched on in the corre‐ sponding direction before changing the lane, a warning is not issued. Warning The system is designed to operate in certain Steering intervention conditions and circumstances.
  • Page 199 Safety CONTROLS Active Blind Spot displayed on the Control Display in the menu for the steering intervention. Detection Safety information Principle Active Blind Spot Detection detects vehicles in Warning the blind spot or vehicles approaching from be‐ The system cannot serve as a substitute for the hind in the adjacent lane.
  • Page 200 Safety CONTROLS Sensors All Intelligent Safety systems are switched off. The system is controlled by the following sen‐ Button Status sors: Button lights up green: all Intelligent ▷ Radar sensors, side, rear. Safety systems are switched on. Additional information: Button lights up orange: some Intelli‐ Sensors of the vehicle, refer to page 37.
  • Page 201 Safety CONTROLS Flashing of the light "Safety and Warnings" "Active Blind Spot Detection" A flashing of the light during vehicle unlocking serves as system self-test. "Steering intervention" System limits Warning function Safety information Light in the exterior mirror Warning The system is designed to operate in certain conditions and circumstances.
  • Page 202 Safety CONTROLS General information For vehicles with side collision mitigation, the steering intervention can be limited, for instance in the following situation: ▷ In the event of missing, worn, poorly visible, merging, diverging, or multiple lane markings such as in construction areas. ▷...
  • Page 203 Safety CONTROLS Switching on manually use. There is a risk of accident. Adjust driving style to traffic conditions. Watch traffic closely Press the button. and actively intervene where appropriate. The menu for the Intelligent Safety sys‐ tem is displayed. Functional requirement If all Intelligent Safety systems were switched off, all systems are now switched on.
  • Page 204 Safety CONTROLS Setting the intensity of the steering System limits wheel vibration Safety information "CAR" "Settings" Warning "Driver Assistance" The system is designed to operate in certain "Steering Wheel Feedback" conditions and circumstances. Due to condi‐ "Vibration intensity" tions or other factors, the system may not re‐ Select the desired setting.
  • Page 205 Safety CONTROLS Rear-end collision Warning preparation Indicators and warnings cannot serve as a sub‐ stitute for the driver’s personal judgment. Due Principle to its limits, the system may not issue warnings or reactions, or these may be issued late or in a Depending on the equipment and national-mar‐...
  • Page 206 Safety CONTROLS If equipped with Equipment Functional requirements Stop Assistant ▷ The function can be activated at speeds of approx. 6 mph/10 km/h up to approx. 155 mph/250 km/h. Principle ▷ With lane change function: lane changes are If the driver is no longer fit to drive, the Emer‐ executed when the traffic situation allows.
  • Page 207 ▷ The central locking system is unlocked. BMW Drive Recorder Displays in the instrument cluster Principle The BMW Drive Recorder stores brief video re‐ Icon Status cordings of the vehicle surroundings, e.g., to Emergency Stop function active. document surrounding traffic.
  • Page 208 The BMW Drive Recorder must be activated be‐ selector lever position P. fore the first use of the recording function.
  • Page 209 Safety CONTROLS Recording time Certain functions of several systems can, within the system limits, lead to Active Protection trig‐ "Apps" gering: "Drive Recorder" ▷ Forward Collision Warning: automatic brake "Settings" intervention. Select the desired setting. ▷ Front collision mitigation: Brake Assistant ▷...
  • Page 210 Safety CONTROLS Fatigue alert All other systems can be restored to the desired setting. Principle PostCrash – iBrake The Fatigue Alert can detect decreasing alert‐ ness or fatigue of the driver during long, monoto‐ nous trips, for instance on highways. The system Principle recommends a break.
  • Page 211 Safety CONTROLS Break recommendation Adjusting The fatigue alert is active automatically with each switching on of drive-ready state and can thus display a break recommendation. The break recommendation can also be switched on or off and adjusted via iDrive. "CAR" "Settings"...

  • Page 212: 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 ACC, this system ensures that the brakes respond This chapter describes all standard, country-spe‐ even more rapidly when braking in critical situa‐ cific and optional features offered with the series.
  • Page 213 Driving stability control systems CONTROLS Deactivating/activating DSC ▷ Skidding, which can lead to oversteering. ▷ Loss of adhesion of the front wheels, which General information can lead to understeering. When DSC is deactivated, driving stability is re‐ Safety information duced during acceleration and when driving in curves.
  • Page 214 Driving stability control systems CONTROLS DTC Dynamic Traction Activating/deactivating DTC Control Activating DTC Press the button. Principle TRACTION is displayed in the instru‐ Dynamic Traction Control (DTC) is a version of ment cluster and the indicator light for DSC OFF the Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) where drive lights up.
  • Page 215 Driving stability control systems CONTROLS namic Stability Control (DSC), further optimizes traction and driving dynamics. General information xDrive variably distributes the driving power to the front and rear axles as demanded by the driv‐ ing situation and road condition. The Driving Dynamics Control is used to change the all-wheel distribution from traction oriented to sport oriented.

  • Page 216: Driver Assistance Systems

    Driver assistance systems CONTROLS Driver assistance systems Vehicle features and Operation options Turning on Press the button on the steering wheel. This chapter describes all standard, country-spe‐ cific and optional features offered with the series. It also describes features and functions that are The current speed is accepted as the speed not necessarily available in your vehicle, e.g., due limit.
  • Page 217 Driver assistance systems CONTROLS Changing the speed limit Warning when the speed limit is exceeded Visual warning If the speed limit is exceeded: the indica‐ tor light in the instrument cluster flashes while the vehicle speed is greater than the set speed limit. Acoustic warning Press the rocker switch up or down repeatedly ▷...
  • Page 218 Driver assistance systems CONTROLS Cruise control Warning The set speed can be incorrectly adjusted or Principle called up by mistake. There is a risk of accident. With the Cruise Control, a set speed can be ad‐ Adjust the set speed to the traffic conditions. justed using the buttons on the steering wheel.
  • Page 219 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 set speed. The stored speed is displayed on the speedom‐ Turning off eter.
  • Page 220 Driver assistance systems CONTROLS Continuing cruise control The icon is displayed when the set speed is reached. An interrupted cruise control can be continued by calling up the stored speed. System limits Make sure that the difference between current speed and stored speed is not too large before The set speed is also maintained downhill.
  • Page 221 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 injury or danger to life. Watch driver’s personal judgment in assessing the traffic closely and actively intervene where ap‐...
  • Page 222 Driver assistance systems CONTROLS Set function Button Function When the system is active, press the Reduce distance. button repeatedly until the desired func‐ Switch distance control on/off. tion is selected in the toolbar. The toolbar for As‐ sisted Driving mode is displayed at the bottom of Rocker switch: the instrument cluster.
  • Page 223 Driver assistance systems CONTROLS Setting the speed With steering and traffic jam assistant. Maintaining and storing the speed Without steering and traffic jam assis‐ tant. The displays turn off. The stored set speed is deleted. Interrupting manually When active, press the button on the steering wheel: With steering and traffic jam assistant.
  • Page 224 Driver assistance systems CONTROLS ▷ Each time the rocker switch is tapped to the according to the traffic situation or the ambient resistance point, the set speed increases or conditions, for instance poor visibility. decreases by 1 mph/1 km/h. "CAR" ▷...
  • Page 225 Driver assistance systems CONTROLS Changing between cruise control Display in the speedometer with/without distance control Depending on the equipment, a mark in the speedometer displays the status of the system. Safety information ▷ Green marking: system is ac‐ tive, the marking indicates the desired speed.
  • Page 226 Driver assistance systems CONTROLS Detected vehicle Icon Description Symbol flashes gray: Icon Description The conditions are not adequate Green icon: for the system to work. A vehicle has been detected The system was deactivated but ahead of you. applies the brakes until you ac‐ tively resume control by press‐...
  • Page 227 Driver assistance systems CONTROLS Displays in the Head-up Display Two-wheeled vehicles for instance might not be detected. Set speed Deceleration Some system information can also be displayed in the Head-up Display. The system does not decelerate in the following situations: The icon is displayed when the set speed is reached.
  • Page 228 Driver assistance systems CONTROLS Cornering Weather The following restrictions can occur under unfav‐ orable weather or light conditions: ▷ Poorer vehicle detection. ▷ Short-term interruptions for vehicles that are already recognized. Drive attentively, and react to the current traffic situation. If necessary, intervene actively, for in‐ stance by braking, steering or evading.
  • Page 229 Driver assistance systems CONTROLS Safety information ▷ "Adjust manually": detected speed limits can be applied manually. ▷ "Show anticipation": current and upcom‐ Warning ing speed limits are displayed in the in‐ The system cannot serve as a substitute for the strument cluster without being applied.
  • Page 230 Driver assistance systems CONTROLS Steering Assistant Adapt to route Principle Principle The system can be configured so that the vehi‐ The Steering Assistant helps keep the vehicle in cle adapts the speed automatically to the route. the lane. For this purpose, the system executes For instance, the speed will be reduced in the supporting steering movements, for instance following situations, if necessary:...
  • Page 231 Driver assistance systems CONTROLS ▷ Cameras behind the windshield. Set function ▷ Front radar sensor. When the system is active, press the button repeatedly until the desired func‐ ▷ Radar sensors, side, front. tion is selected in the toolbar. The toolbar for As‐ ▷...
  • Page 232 Driver assistance systems CONTROLS The system does not perform supportive steer‐ Icon Description ing wheel movements. Yellow flashing steering wheel symbol: Interrupting automatically Lane marking driven over. The system interrupts the supporting steering The steering wheel vibrates movements automatically, for example in the fol‐ where applicable.
  • Page 233 Driver assistance systems CONTROLS Displays on the steering wheel Icon Description Depending on equipment, yel‐ low flashing steering wheel sym‐ bol: Lane marking driven over. The steering wheel vibrates where applicable. Yellow steering wheel symbol and a signal sounds, if applica‐ ble: The two LED lights above the buttons illuminate analogously to the displays in the instrument...
  • Page 234 Driver assistance systems CONTROLS Extended Traffic Jam warranted. Refer to the information in this Own‐ er’s Manual regarding the scope of the sys‐ Assistant tem’s operation and limitations. Principle System limits of the sensors Extended Traffic Jam Assistant supports the Additional information: driver with vehicle control in traffic jam situations.
  • Page 235 Driver assistance systems CONTROLS Displays in the instrument ▷ The function is only available on certain street types, e.g. freeways. cluster ▷ Driving on a road without pedestrians or cy‐ clists. Icon Description ▷ Sufficient lane width. Indicator light green: system is ▷...
  • Page 236 Driver assistance systems CONTROLS System limits Safety information General information Warning The limits of the Steering and Lane Control As‐ The system cannot serve as a substitute for the sistant system apply. driver’s personal judgment in assessing the Additional information: traffic situation.
  • Page 237 Driver assistance systems CONTROLS Changing lanes Displays in the instrument cluster Ensure that the traffic situation permits changing lanes. Icon Description Press the turn signal lever in the required di‐ rection to the pressure point for signaling Green steering wheel symbol. briefly.
  • Page 238 Driver assistance systems CONTROLS Depending on the Icon Description equipment version: lane Green steering wheel symbol. change with active Gray line for lane marking on the appropriate side. guidance Green arrow symbol for lane- changing. Principle The system carries out a lane The system assists the driver when lane change.
  • Page 239 Driver assistance systems CONTROLS Turn on adaptation to the course ▷ Adaptation to the course of the route is acti‐ vated. of the route ▷ The function must be available in the country "CAR" in which the vehicle is driven. "Settings"...
  • Page 240 Driver assistance systems CONTROLS ▷ Surround View with rearview camera, refer to page 254. Warning ▷ Panorama View, refer to page 259. Due to high speeds when PDC Park Distance Control is activated, the warning can be de‐ ▷ Remote 3D View, refer to page 261. layed due to physical circumstances.
  • Page 241 Driver assistance systems CONTROLS Warning ▷ If selector lever position R is engaged when the engine is running. Signal tones ▷ Depending on the equipment version: while approaching detected obstacles at a speed slower than approx. 2.5 mph/4 km/h. The ac‐ General information tivation distance depends on the situation in An intermittent tone indicates when the vehicle...
  • Page 242 Driver assistance systems CONTROLS Visual warning of damage to property. Actively intervene as warranted. Refer to the information in this Own‐ er’s Manual regarding the scope of the sys‐ tem’s operation and limitations. System limits of the sensors Additional information: ▷...
  • Page 243 Driver assistance systems CONTROLS Depending on equipment Additionally, the safety information for the PDC Park Distance Control and the Automatic Parking version: emergency brake Assistant apply. function, Active PDC Additional information: ▷ PDC Park Distance Control, refer to page 240. Principle ▷...
  • Page 244 Driver assistance systems CONTROLS General information ▷ Color markings: warning against detected ob‐ stacles. The system uses the ultrasonic sensors of the ▷ Gray markings, hatched area: no obstacles Park Distance Control PDC and the Parking As‐ were detected. sistant. ▷...
  • Page 245 Driver assistance systems CONTROLS Depending on the vehicle and vehicle surroundings closely and actively intervene where appropriate. equipment: switching on/off manually Overview Press the park assistance button. Depending on the vehicle ▷ On: the LED lights up. equipment: button in the vehicle ▷...
  • Page 246 Driver assistance systems CONTROLS More than one assistance function can be active Parking using lanes and turning circle lines at the same time. Position the vehicle so that the red turning circle line leads to within the limits of the Parking aid lines parking space.
  • Page 247 Driver assistance systems CONTROLS System limits ▷ When parking parallel to the road, parallel parking. System limits of the sensors ▷ When parking in reverse perpendicular to the road, perpendicular parking. The system ori‐ Additional information: ents itself with the middle of the parking ▷...
  • Page 248 Driver assistance systems CONTROLS Functional requirements closely and actively intervene where appropri‐ ate. For the measurement od parking spaces NOTICE ▷ Maximum speed while driving forward approx. The system can steer the vehicle over or onto 22 mph/35 km/h. curbs. There is a risk of damage to property, ▷...
  • Page 249 Driver assistance systems CONTROLS Switching on with reverse gear ▷ Parking assistant is activated and parking space search is active. Shift into reverse. ▷ Control Display shows suitable parking The current status of the parking space spaces at the edge of the road next to the ve‐ search is indicated on the Control Display.
  • Page 250 Driver assistance systems CONTROLS Parking using the Automatic ▷ When the driver grasps the steering wheel or takes over steering. Parking Assistant ▷ Possibly on snow-covered or slippery road. Parking ▷ When there are obstacles that are hard to overcome, such as curbs. Switching on and activating the parking assis‐...
  • Page 251 Driver assistance systems CONTROLS System limits ▷ With ditches or edges, for instance an edge of a port. Safety information ▷ Parking spaces that are not suitable may be detected or suitable parking spaces may not be detected at all. Warning The system is designed to operate in certain Malfunction...
  • Page 252 Driver assistance systems CONTROLS Safety information On the Control Display, confirm the required direction for driving out of the parking space if necessary. Warning Follow the instructions on the Control Dis‐ The system cannot serve as a substitute for the play.
  • Page 253 Driver assistance systems CONTROLS ▷ PDC Park Distance Control, refer to Follow the instructions on the Control Display page 240. where required. ▷ Parking assistant, refer to page 247. Take your hands off the steering wheel and carefully drive off with the accelerator pedal Safety information and the brake.
  • Page 254 Driver assistance systems CONTROLS If the maximum speed is exceeded, a warning ▷ Unobstructed camera perspective, movable is issued and the function may be canceled. via iDrive. ▷ After driving a stored distance with major ▷ Panorama View: to present cross traffic, for steering-wheel angles, the function of the instance at junctions and driveways, depend‐...
  • Page 255 Driver assistance systems CONTROLS Display on the Control Display Park assistance button Overview Panorama View Sensors The system is controlled by the following sen‐ sors: ▷ Front camera. ▷ Top view cameras. ▷ Rearview camera. Additional information: 1 Toolbar, left Sensors of the vehicle, refer to page 37.
  • Page 256 Driver assistance systems CONTROLS Automatic camera perspective ▷ "Parking aid lines". ▷ "Obstacle mark.". The automatic camera perspective shows a steering-dependent view in the respective driv‐ ▷ "Settings": apply settings, for instance to ing direction. use the activation points for Panorama View. This perspective adapts to the respective driving Rearview camera situation.
  • Page 257 Driver assistance systems CONTROLS Car wash view Turning circle lines show the course of the small‐ est possible turning radius on a level road. Only one turning circle line is displayed after the steering wheel is turned past a certain angle. Parking using lanes and turning circle lines Position the vehicle so that the red turning circle line leads to within the limits of the...
  • Page 258 Driver assistance systems CONTROLS Setting brightness and contrast The system does not detect whether an obstacle moves later on. For this reason, at standstill, the Brightness and contrast can be adjusted with markings are not shown anymore in the display Surround View or Panorama View switched on.
  • Page 259 Driver assistance systems CONTROLS Additional information: Depending on the equipment version, the func‐ tion can only be used when driving forward. PDC Park Distance Control, refer to page 240. Additional information: Malfunction Surround View, refer to page 254. A camera malfunction is displayed on the Control Safety information Display.
  • Page 260 Driver assistance systems CONTROLS Display on the Control Display Using activation points The use of activation points can be switched on Press the button when the engine is run‐ and off. ning. Depending on the driving direction, the image of Press the button.
  • Page 261 Switching on/off individually Plus: Remote 3D View Pre-adjustment "CAR" Principle "Settings" The BMW app and the pictures of the Surround "General settings" View cameras in combination with the corre‐ "Data privacy" sponding equipment enable the display of the "Select services individually"...
  • Page 262 Driver assistance systems CONTROLS Cross traffic warning Overview Button in the vehicle Principle At blind driveway exits or when driving out of per‐ pendicular parking spaces, road users approach‐ ing from the side are detected sooner by the cross traffic warning than is possible from the driver's seat.
  • Page 263 Driver assistance systems CONTROLS Display in the PDC Park Distance "Cross Traffic Warning" Control view "Cross traffic warning" Turning on automatically If the system was activated on the Control Dis‐ play, it is automatically switched on as soon as PDC Park Distance Control or Panorama View is active and a gear is engaged.
  • Page 264 Driver assistance systems CONTROLS System limits System limits of the sensors Additional information: ▷ Radar sensors, refer to page 38. Functional limitations The system may be limited in the following situa‐ tions: ▷ In tight curves. ▷ When crossing objects move at a very slow or a very fast speed.

  • Page 265: Driving Comfort

    Driving comfort CONTROLS Driving comfort Vehicle features and The shock absorbers are adjusted depending on the selected driving mode as well as the road options condition and driving style. Additional information: This chapter describes all standard, country-spe‐ Driving Dynamics Control, refer to page 133. cific and optional features offered with the series.

  • Page 266: 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 267 Climate control CONTROLS Via iDrive: Button Function "CAR" Maximum cooling. "Settings" "Climate control" Seat heating, refer to page 122. "Heating/ventilation" "Driver" Some of the functions can also be used via "Temperature:" voice, e.g., temperature. Set the desired temperature. Switching climate control Do not rapidly switch between different tempera‐...
  • Page 268 Climate control CONTROLS Maximum cooling "Heating/ventilation" "Automatic" Principle 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 269 Climate control CONTROLS Defrost function With constant air recirculation mode, the air qual‐ ity in the car's interior deteriorates and window fogging increases. Principle If there is window condensation, switch off recir‐ Ice and condensation are quickly removed from culated-air mode or defog the windows. the windshield and the front side windows.
  • Page 270 Climate control CONTROLS Automatic climate control Button Function with enhanced features Seat heating, refer to page 122. Overview Air conditioning. Open Climate menu, such as for Buttons in the vehicle the following settings: upper body temperature adjustment, pre-ventilation, air conditioning. Some of the functions can also be used via voice, e.g., temperature.
  • Page 271 Climate control CONTROLS Turning off This does not change the set interior tempera‐ ture for the driver and front passenger. Complete system: Press and hold the button until the Adjust temperature of the integrated automatic climate control ventilation switches off. "CAR"...
  • Page 272 Climate control CONTROLS Air conditioning is switched on automatically with Via iDrive: the AUTO program. "CAR" When using the cooling mode, condensation that "Settings" will exit below the vehicle. "Climate control" Maximum cooling "Heating/ventilation" "Driver" Principle "Automatic" The system is set to the lowest temperature, op‐ Depending on the selected settings and outside timum air flow and recirculated-air mode with the influences, the air is directed to the windshield,...
  • Page 273 Climate control CONTROLS Automatic recirculated-air Press the button. control The LED of the button is illuminated when the air-recirculation mode is switched on. Principle Via iDrive: The automatic recirculated-air control recognizes "CAR" pollutants in the outside air. The outside air sup‐ ply is shut off and the interior air is recirculated.
  • Page 274 Climate control CONTROLS Manual air distribution The program is switched off automatically if the settings on the front passenger side are changed. Principle The air distribution for climate control can be ad‐ Defrost function justed manually. Principle Adjusting the air distribution Ice and condensation are quickly removed from manually the windshield and the front side windows.
  • Page 275 Climate control CONTROLS Microfilter/activated-charcoal Front ventilation filter The microfilter removes dust and pollen from the incoming air. The activated-charcoal filter also removes gas‐ eous pollutants from the outside air that enters the vehicle. Have this combined filter changed during vehicle maintenance.
  • Page 276 Climate control CONTROLS Rear automatic climate Switching on/off using iDrive "CAR" control "Settings" "Climate control" Overview "Heating/ventilation" Buttons in the vehicle "Second row of seats" "Activate heating/cooling" Switching on using the button Press one of the following buttons: ▷ Temperature. ▷...
  • Page 277 Climate control CONTROLS The selected temperature is shown on the cli‐ ▷ Upper body region. mate control display. ▷ Upper body region and floor area. Do not rapidly switch between different tempera‐ ▷ Floor area. ture settings. Otherwise, the automatic climate control will not have sufficient time to adjust the Locking the control elements set temperature.
  • Page 278 Climate control CONTROLS Via iDrive maximum activation time to save the vehicle battery. The system will be available again af‐ ter the engine is started or after a short trip. Turning on ▷ Make sure that the vehicle's date and time "CAR"...
  • Page 279 Climate control CONTROLS Setting the departure time depending on the interior, external, and set tem‐ perature. Snow and ice may be removed more easily. Via iDrive The system starts the engine automatically and "CAR" allows it to run for a limited period of time. "Settings"...
  • Page 280 Climate control CONTROLS Switching on/off via vehicle key ready state is activated and deactivated again. The system can be switched on and off using ▷ The fuel tank capacity is sufficient. the vehicle key. ▷ Hood is closed. Press the button on the vehicle key three ▷...
  • Page 281 Climate control CONTROLS Confirmation signals from the For reasons of safety, the system can only be switched on once. The system will be available vehicle again as soon as the drive-ready state is acti‐ The activation of the system is confirmed by vated and deactivated again.

  • Page 282: 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 283 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 284 Interior equipment CONTROLS Synchronizing the universal remote control with Release the button. the system: ▷ The LED flashes fast: the hand-held transmitter was detected but program‐ Park the vehicle within range of the remote- ming is not complete. controlled system. Press the button on the interior mirror for Program the relevant button on the interior 2 seconds and release.
  • Page 285 Interior equipment CONTROLS Ashtray Deleting stored functions All stored functions will be deleted. The func‐ tions cannot be deleted individually. Front center console Press and hold the two outer buttons on the in‐ terior mirror simultaneously for approximately Opening 10 seconds until the LED on the interior mirror Press onto the cover.
  • Page 286 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 cup lighter falls down or is held against the objects.
  • Page 287 Interior equipment CONTROLS Front center console devices and cables are not in the airbag's area of unfolding. Press onto the cover. NOTICE Battery chargers that charge the vehicle battery via sockets or cigarette lighters in the vehicle may overload or damage the 12 V electrical system.
  • Page 288 Interior equipment CONTROLS USB port General information Follow the information regarding the connection of mobile devices to the USB port in the section on USB connections. Additional information: USB connections, refer to page 80. Press onto the cover. In the center armrest A USB port is located in the center console.
  • Page 289 Interior equipment CONTROLS ▷ USB port Type C. ▷ For charging of mobile devices. ▷ Charge current: maximum 3 A per port. Wireless charging tray Principle Mounting position of the product. The wireless charging tray enables the following wireless functions: Safety information ▷...
  • Page 290 Interior equipment CONTROLS Removing the mobile phone Open the tray cover. Remove the mobile phone. LED displays Color Meaning Blue The mobile phone is charging. 1 LED The blue LED stays illuminated once 2 Storage area the inserted mobile phone with Qi ca‐ pability is fully charged.
  • Page 291 To ensure the more unless the booster is permanently deacti‐ best possible connection a signal booster (LTE- vated by your local BMW dealer. Compensator) is used in conjunction with the WCA. The following paragraphs refer to this...

  • Page 292: Storage Compartments

    Storage compartments CONTROLS Storage compartments Vehicle features and Front passenger 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 293 Storage compartments CONTROLS Safety information integrated key, for instance when the vehicle is parked by valet parking. Additional information: Warning Integrated key, refer to page 91. Breakable objects, such as glass bottles or glasses, can break in the event of an accident Driver's side glove or a braking or evasive maneuver.
  • Page 294 Storage compartments CONTROLS Center armrest, front Opening the cup holder General information A storage compartment is located in the center armrest between the seats. Opening the storage compartment Press onto the cover. Press the button. Closing the storage Two cup holders are located in the center con‐ compartment sole.
  • Page 295 Storage compartments CONTROLS Safety information weight, shatterproof, and sealable containers. Do not transport hot beverages. Warning Clothing articles on the clothes hooks can ob‐ NOTICE struct the view while driving. There is a risk of With an open cup holder, the center armrest accident.

  • Page 296: 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 297 Cargo area CONTROLS Lashing eyes in the cargo cargo and luggage load capacity calculated in Step 4. area If your vehicle will be towing a trailer, load from your trailer will be transferred to your ve‐ General information hicle. Consult this manual to determine how this reduces the available cargo and luggage Attach load securing aids, such as lashing straps, load capacity of your vehicle.
  • Page 298 Cargo area CONTROLS Safety information Opening the storage compartment Warning Improper use of the multifunction hooks can lead to a risk of objects flying about during braking and evasive maneuvers, for example. There is a risk of injury and risk of damage to property.
  • Page 299 Cargo area CONTROLS Folding down the rear seat Warning backrest from the cargo area If a rear seat backrest is not locked, unsecured Unlock the belt lock of the center safety belt cargo can be thrown about the car’s interior; in the rear using the latch plate of another for instance, in the event of an accident, braking safety belt.
  • Page 300 Cargo area CONTROLS Folding back the backrest Loosen the ratchet strap from the lashing eyes. Return the rear seat backrest to the seat position Remove the storage compartment. and engage it. Folding down the center section Fold down the center head restraint. Pull lever and fold the center section forward.
  • Page 301 Cargo area CONTROLS Online Edition for Part no. 01405A38F56 - VI/21...

  • Page 302: Driving Tips

    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 303 Things to remember when driving DRIVING TIPS General driving notes hot vehicle parts while driving, at idle or during parking. Closing the trunk lid Mobile communication devices Safety information in the vehicle Warning Warning An open trunk lid protrudes from the vehicle Vehicle electronics and mobile phones can in‐...
  • Page 304 Things to remember when driving DRIVING TIPS Safety information the pedals. Ensure that the floor mats are se‐ curely fastened again after they were removed, for instance for cleaning. NOTICE When driving too quickly through too deep wa‐ Driving in wet conditions ter, water can enter into the engine compart‐...
  • Page 305 Things to remember when driving DRIVING TIPS Roof-mounted luggage accident. Do not attempt to drive in idle state or with the engine switched off. rack Brake disc corrosion General information Corrosion on the brake discs and contamination Roof racks are available as special accessories. on the brake pads are increased by the following circumstances: Safety information...
  • Page 306 Things to remember when driving DRIVING TIPS have a major effect on vehicle handling and steering response. Therefore, note the following when loading and driving: ▷ Do not exceed the approved roof/axle weights and the approved gross vehicle weight. ▷ Be sure that adequate clearance is main‐...

  • Page 307: Saving Fuel

    Saving fuel DRIVING TIPS Saving fuel Vehicle features and Close the windows and glass sunroof options Driving with the glass sunroof and windows open results in increased drag and raises fuel con‐ This chapter describes all standard, country-spe‐ sumption. cific and optional features offered with the series. It also describes features and functions that are Tires not necessarily available in your vehicle, e.g., due...
  • Page 308 Driving at low engine speeds lowers fuel con‐ Have the vehicle maintained regularly to achieve sumption and reduces wear. optimal vehicle efficiency and service life. BMW recommends that maintenance work be per‐ If necessary, observe the vehicle's gear shift indi‐...
  • Page 309 Saving fuel DRIVING TIPS Overview Activating/deactivating ECO PRO functions The following ECO PRO functions can be acti‐ vated/deactivated: ▷ "Coasting" ▷ "ECO PRO seat heating" ▷ "ECO PRO climate control" ▷ "ECO PRO light and sight" Coasting Button Efficiency can be optimized by disengaging or switching off the engine and coasting with the engine idling.
  • Page 310 Saving fuel DRIVING TIPS ECO PRO bonus range ▷ The current consumption in relation to the average consumption is displayed. A modified driving style helps you ▷ Pointer in the area of arrow 1: display of the extend your driving distance. energy recovered by coasting or when brak‐...
  • Page 311 Saving fuel DRIVING TIPS Engine-Off / Coasting ▷ The selector lever is in selector lever position ▷ Engine and transmission are at operating Principle temperature. Under certain conditions the engine is automati‐ ▷ Active Cruise Control with Stop&Go function, cally decoupled from the transmission in the D ACC, not activated.
  • Page 312 Saving fuel DRIVING TIPS Displaying energy flow information Calling up the Driving style analysis "CAR" "Driving information" "CAR" "Energy flow" "Driving information" "Driving style analysis" System limits Display on the Control Display The function is not available under one of the fol‐ lowing conditions.
  • Page 313 Saving fuel DRIVING TIPS Online Edition for Part no. 01405A38F56 - VI/21...

  • Page 314: Mobility

    Refueling MOBILITY Refueling Vehicle features and Safety information options NOTICE This chapter describes all standard, country-spe‐ With a driving distance 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 315 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 316: Wheels And Tires

    Wheels and tires MOBILITY Wheels and tires Vehicle features and Tire pressure specifications options In the tire inflation pressure table The tire inflation pressure table, refer to This chapter describes all standard, country-spe‐ page 316, contains all tire inflation pressure cific and optional features offered with the series.
  • Page 317 Wheels and tires MOBILITY Checking using tire inflation Reinitialize the Flat Tire Monitor. pressure specifications in the tire With Tire Pressure Monitor: inflation pressure table The corrected tire inflation pressures are applied Determine the intended tire inflation pressure automatically. Make sure that the correct tire set‐ levels for the mounted tires.
  • Page 318 Wheels and tires MOBILITY M340i, M340i xDrive Tire size Pressure specifications in bar/PSI Tire size Pressure specifications 225/45 R 18 95 2.2 / 32 2.7 / 39 in bar/PSI H XL A/S Specifications in 225/45 R 18 95 bar/PSI with cold H XL M+S tires 225/40 R 19 93...
  • Page 319 Wheels and tires MOBILITY Tire size Pressure specifications Tire size Pressure specifications in bar/PSI in bar/PSI Rear: 255/35 R 2.6 / 38 225/45 R 18 95 2.5 / 36 3.0 / 44 19 96 H XL M+S H XL A/S 225/45 R 18 95 Emergency Speed up to a max.
  • Page 320 Wheels and tires MOBILITY Tire size Pressure specifications Tire size Pressure specifications in bar/PSI in bar/PSI Specifications in Specifications in bar/PSI with cold bar/PSI with cold tires tires 225/50 R 17 98 2.2 / 32 2.7 / 39 225/50 R 17 98 2.4 / 35 2.7 / 39 H XL M+S...
  • Page 321 Wheels and tires MOBILITY Tire size Pressure specifications Tire size Pressure specifications in bar/PSI in bar/PSI Rear: 255/35 R 2.9 / 42 Front: 225/40 R 3.0 / 44 19 96 H XL M+S 19 93 H XL M+S Rear: 255/35 R 3.0 / 44 Emergency Speed up to a max.
  • Page 322 Wheels and tires MOBILITY Speed letter Uniform Tire Quality Grading Quality grades can be found where applicable on Designation Maximum speed the tire sidewall between tread shoulder and maximum section width. up to 100 mph/160 km/h E.g.: Treadwear 200; Traction AA; Temperature up to 106 mph/170 km/h up to 112 mph/180 km/h DOT Quality Grades...
  • Page 323 Wheels and tires MOBILITY Temperature Winter tires The temperature grades are A, the highest, B, Do not drive with a tire tread of less than and C, representing the tire's resistance to the 0.16 in/4 mm, as such tires are less suitable for generation of heat and its ability to dissipate heat winter operation.
  • Page 324 Wheels and tires MOBILITY Changing wheels and tires ▷ Unusual vibrations. ▷ Unusual tire or running noises. ▷ Unusual handling such as a strong tendency Mounting and wheel balancing to pull to the left or right. Have mounting and wheel balancing carried out Damage can be caused by the following situa‐...
  • Page 325 Wheels and tires MOBILITY Drive conservatively for the first 200 miles/300 km. Warning Mounted steel wheels can cause technical Retreaded tires problems, for instance unexpected loosening of the lug bolts and damage to the brake discs. There is a risk of accident. Do not mount steel Warning wheels.
  • Page 326 Wheels and tires MOBILITY Rotating wheels between axles General information The wheels consist of tires that are self-support‐ ing, to a limited degree, and possibly special Warning rims. Rotating tires between the axles on vehicles The reinforcement of the sidewall allows the tire with different tire sizes or rim sizes on the front to remain drivable to a restricted degree in the and rear axles can cause damage to the tires...
  • Page 327 Wheels and tires MOBILITY Overview ▷ Secure the vehicle against rolling away by setting the parking brake. Storage ▷ Turn the steering wheel until the front wheels are in the straight-ahead position and engage the steering wheel lock. ▷ Have all vehicle occupants get out of the ve‐ hicle and ensure that they remain outside the hazardous area in a safe place, such as be‐...
  • Page 328 Wheels and tires MOBILITY 3 Tire pressure display 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, among other potential damage. Do not run 7 Connector/cable for socket the compressor for more than 10 minutes.
  • Page 329 Wheels and tires MOBILITY Checking and adjusting the tire Screw the filler hose of the sealant bottle onto the tire valve of the nonworking wheel. inflation pressure Checking Switch off the compressor. Read the tire pressure on the tire pressure display.
  • Page 330 Wheels and tires MOBILITY Adjustment Insert the connector into the power socket in the vehicle interior. Stop at a suitable location. Screw the connection hose of the compres‐ sor directly onto the tire valve stem. With standby or drive readiness turned on, turn on the compressor and let it run for a maximum of 10 minutes.
  • Page 331 Wheels and tires MOBILITY Reset the Tire Pressure Monitor again. Replace the faulty tire and the sealant bottle of Use only in pairs on the rear wheels, equipped the tire repair set promptly. with the tires of the following size: Additional information: ▷...
  • Page 332 Wheels and tires MOBILITY take over the actual tire inflation pressures as the ▷ After a tire or wheel replacement, a reset target pressures. was performed with the correct tire infla‐ tion pressure. When operating the system, also note the infor‐ mation found in the Tire inflation pressure chap‐...
  • Page 333 Wheels and tires MOBILITY Select the maximum road speed that will be on the door pillar of the driver's door. The tire in‐ used with the tires. flation pressure can thus be corrected to the value of the displayed target pressures. "Save tire settings"...
  • Page 334 Wheels and tires MOBILITY If a tire inflation pressure check is "Tire Pressure Monitor" required Make sure that correct tire settings have been made. Message Tire settings, refer to page 332. An icon with a Check Control message appears Turn on drive-ready state and do not drive on the Control Display.
  • Page 335 Wheels and tires MOBILITY If there is a significant tire pressure Safety information loss Warning Message A damaged regular tire with low or missing tire A yellow warning light is illuminated in inflation pressure impacts handling, such as the instrument cluster. steering and braking response.
  • Page 336 Wheels and tires MOBILITY If the tire inflation pressure is too Measure Reduce your speed and stop cautiously. Avoid sudden braking and steering maneu‐ Message vers. Check whether the vehicle is fitted with nor‐ A yellow warning light is illuminated in mal tires or run-flat tires.
  • Page 337 Wheels and tires MOBILITY Runflat 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 skidding of the vehicle. Warning ▷ Longer braking distances.
  • Page 338 Wheels and tires MOBILITY Failure performing a reset sure monitoring system (TPMS) that illuminates a low tire pressure telltale when one or more of Tires with special approval: the system will not your tires is significantly under-inflated. Accord‐ function correctly if a reset was not performed, ingly, when the low tire pressure telltale illumi‐...
  • Page 339 Wheels and tires MOBILITY General information tire. Initialization is started by confirming the tire inflation pressures. The system detects tire pressure loss on the ba‐ Do not initialize the system when driving with tire sis of rotation speed differences between the in‐ chains.
  • Page 340 Wheels and tires MOBILITY Runflat tires Icon Possible cause There is a flat tire or a major tire pres‐ Safety information sure loss. Warning Measure The vehicle handles differently when a run-flat Reduce your speed and stop cautiously. tire has insufficient or no tire pressure; for in‐ Avoid sudden braking and steering maneu‐...
  • Page 341 Wheels and tires MOBILITY Vehicle handling with damaged tires ately when there is a tire pressure loss due to a flat tire. Vehicles driven with a damaged tire will handle differently, potentially leading to conditions such If needed, the tools for changing wheels are as the following: available as accessories from a dealer’s service center or another qualified service center or re‐...
  • Page 342 Wheels and tires MOBILITY Securing the vehicle against Warning rolling On soft, uneven or slippery ground, for example General information snow, ice, tiles, etc., the vehicle jack can slip away. There is a risk of injury. If possible, The vehicle manufacturer recommends to addi‐ change the wheel on a flat, solid, and slip-re‐...
  • Page 343 Wheels and tires MOBILITY Lug bolt lock Preparing the vehicle ▷ Park the vehicle on solid and non-slip ground Principle at a safe distance from traffic. The wheel lug bolts have a special coding. The ▷ Turn on the hazard warning system. lug bolts can only be released with the adapter ▷...
  • Page 344 Wheels and tires MOBILITY Jacking up the vehicle Extend the vehicle jack by turning the vehicle jack crank or lever clockwise. Warning Hands and fingers can be jammed when using the vehicle jack. There is a risk of injury. Com‐ ply with the described hand position and do not change this position while using the vehicle jack.
  • Page 345 Wheels and tires MOBILITY Mounting a wheel for temporary use until the defective tire/wheel has been replaced. Mount one emergency wheel only, as required. General information Unscrew the lug bolts. Remove the wheel. Mount one emergency wheel only. Put the new wheel or emergency wheel on Also check the tire inflation pressure of the and screw in at least two lug bolts in a cross‐...
  • Page 346 Wheels and tires MOBILITY Removing the emergency wheel Pull the luggage compartment floor up. Slacken the luggage strap at the clasp, ar‐ row 1, but do not release completely. Detach the hooks of the luggage straps at the lashing points. Remove the tool holder from the emergency wheel.

  • Page 347: 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 348 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 hood is clear during opening and closing. Warning Improperly executed work in the engine com‐...
  • Page 349 Engine compartment MOBILITY Closing the hood Energetically close the hood from approx. 20 in/50 cm. The hood must engage on both sides. Online Edition for Part no. 01405A38F56 - VI/21...

  • Page 350: 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 351 Different Check Control messages appear on the Control Display depending on the engine oil level. Recommended gas quality Safety information BMW recommends AKI 91. M Performance model: BMW recommends AKI 93. NOTICE Refuel with this gasoline to achieve the rated An engine oil level that is too low causes en‐...
  • Page 352 Operating materials MOBILITY Electronic oil measurement Detailed measurement Principle General information The engine oil level is checked when the vehicle The electronic oil measurement has two measur‐ is stationary and displayed via a scale. ing principles: If the engine oil level is outside its permissible ▷...
  • Page 353 Operating materials MOBILITY Take care not to add too much engine oil. Opening, refer to page 348. Open the lid counterclockwise. Safety information Warning Operating materials, for instance oils, greases, coolants, fuels, can contain harmful ingredients. There is a risk of injury or danger to life. Follow the instructions on the containers.
  • Page 354 Operating materials MOBILITY The vehicle manufacturer recommends that you Gasoline engine have a dealer's service center or another quali‐ BMW Longlife-01 FE. fied service center or repair shop change the en‐ gine oil. BMW Longlife-14 FE+. BMW Longlife-17 FE+. Alternative engine oil types...
  • Page 355 Turn the lid of the coolant reservoir slightly instructions on the washer fluid container. counterclockwise to allow any excess pres‐ Use of BMW’s Windshield Washer Concentrate sure to dissipate, then open it. or the equivalent is recommended. Open the coolant reservoir lid.
  • Page 356 Operating materials MOBILITY Malfunction Warning The use of undiluted windshield washer concen‐ Washer fluid can ignite and catch fire on con‐ trate or alcohol-based antifreeze can lead to in‐ tact with hot engine parts. There is a risk of in‐ correct readings at temperatures below jury or risk of damage to property.

  • Page 357: Maintenance

    Therefore, hand the service advisor the vehicle key with which the vehicle was driven most re‐ BMW maintenance system cently. Storage periods The maintenance system provides service notifi‐ cations and thereby provides support in main‐...
  • Page 358 Maintenance MOBILITY Socket for OBD Onboard Emissions Diagnosis ▷ The warning light lights up: Emissions are deteriorating. Have the vehicle checked as soon as possible. General information ▷ The warning light flashes under certain cir‐ Devices connected to the OBD socket trigger cumstances: the alarm system when the vehicle is locked.

  • Page 359: Replacing Components

    Replacing components MOBILITY Replacing components Vehicle features and switch on the wiper without a wiper blade in‐ stalled. 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 360 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 driving safety. Vehicle battery All headlights and lights are made using LED or laser technology.
  • Page 361 Replacing components MOBILITY Power interruption sages displayed which relate to comfort features will disappear. After a power interruption, some equipment needs to be newly initialized or individual settings Charging the battery updated, for example: ▷ With Memory function: store the positions General information again.
  • Page 362 Replacing components MOBILITY Fuses Overview General information The fuses are located at different places in the vehicle. Safety information Warning The battery for the Mild-Hybrid technology is lo‐ Incorrect and repaired fuses can overload elec‐ cated under a cover in the engine compartment trical lines and components.
  • Page 363 Information on the fuse layout, as well as the po‐ sitions of any other fuse boxes, is available on the Internet: www.bmw.com/fusecard. Additional fuse boxes Additional fuse boxes are located in the vehicle. In the case of a malfunction, contact a dealer's service center or another qualified service center or repair shop.

  • Page 364: 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 365 Control Display. If the vehicle is equipped with Teleservices, sup‐ port is offered through Teleservice Diagnosis. When BMW Accident Assistance is activated, data on the vehicle's condition is sent to BMW. "APPS" "Installed apps" Functional requirements "BMW Assist"...
  • Page 366 Assistance Overview If an accident is detected automatically A text message relating to BMW Accident Assis‐ tance appears on the Control Display. The connection can be established directly: "Contact accident assistance" The Check Control message for BMW Accident...
  • Page 367 Do not touch any components that are contact with the occupants of the vehicle and under voltage. initiates further steps to help. Even if you are unable to respond, the BMW Response Center can take further steps to Warning help you under certain circumstances.
  • Page 368 Breakdown Assistance MOBILITY Tow-starting and towing Connecting the cables Before you begin, switch off all unnecessary electronic systems/components, such as the Safety information radio, on the assisting and receiving vehicles. Open the cover of the starting aid terminal. Warning Attach one terminal clamp of the positive Due to system limits, individual functions can jumper cable to the positive battery terminal, malfunction during tow-starting/towing with the...
  • Page 369 Breakdown Assistance MOBILITY Additional information: NOTICE Rolling or pushing the vehicle, refer to page 144. If the tow bar or tow rope is attached incor‐ Tow truck rectly, damage to other vehicle parts can occur. There is a risk of damage to property, among other potential damage.
  • Page 370 Breakdown Assistance MOBILITY Tow fitting Safety information General information NOTICE If the tow fitting is not used as intended, there may be damage to the vehicle or to the tow fit‐ ting. There is a risk of damage to property, among other potential damage.

  • Page 371: Vehicle Care

    Vehicle Care MOBILITY Vehicle 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. ▷...
  • Page 372 Vehicle care products state off in car washes. General information General information BMW recommends using vehicle care and In a car wash, the vehicle must be able to roll cleaning products from BMW. Suitable vehicle freely. care products are available from a dealer’s serv‐...
  • Page 373 Vehicle Care MOBILITY Matte paintwork Caring for special components Only use cleaning and care products suitable for Light-alloy wheels vehicles with matte paintwork. When cleaning the vehicle, use only neutral rim Leather care cleaners having a pH value from 5 to 9. Do not use abrasive cleaning agents or steam cleaners Remove dust from the leather regularly, using a above 140 ℉/60 ℃.
  • Page 374 Vehicle Care MOBILITY Plastic components Make sure that there is sufficient clearance for the pedals. Ensure that the floor mats are se‐ curely fastened again after they were removed, NOTICE for instance for cleaning. Cleaning agents that contain alcohol or sol‐ vents, such as lacquer thinners, heavy-duty The floor mats can be removed from the car's in‐...
  • Page 375 Vehicle Care MOBILITY Further information is available from a dealer's service center or another qualified service center or repair shop. Online Edition for Part no. 01405A38F56 - VI/21...

  • Page 376: Reference

    The dimensions can vary depending on the The height of the vehicle can also differ, e.g. due model version, equipment version or country- to tires and vehicle load. specific measurement procedure. BMW 3 Series Sedan Width with mirrors in/mm 81.4/2,068 Width without mirrors in/mm 71.9/1,827...
  • Page 377 4,905/2,225 Payload lbs/kg 959/435 Approved front axle weight lbs/kg 2,425/1,100 Approved rear axle weight lbs/kg 2,701/1,225 M340i xDrive powered by BMW M Approved gross vehicle weight lbs/kg 5,027/2,280 Payload lbs/kg 957/434 Approved front axle weight lbs/kg 2,524/1,145 Approved rear axle weight...
  • Page 378 Technical data REFERENCE Filling capacities BMW 3 Series Sedan Fuel tank, approx. US gal/liters 15.6/59.0 Observe further information on fuel quality, refer to page 350. Online Edition for Part no. 01405A38F56 - VI/21...

  • Page 379: Appendix

    The following chapters were updated in the printed version of the Owner's Manual after the editorial deadline for the Integrated Owner's Manual in the vehicle had closed: ▷ Opening and closing: BMW Digital Key: gen‐ eral. Online Edition for Part no. 01405A38F56 - VI/21...

  • Page 380: Everything From A To Z

    Everything from A to Z REFERENCE Everything from A to Z Index Air distribution, manual 269, Air drying, see air conditioning Air flow, automatic climate control 269, 3D View, see Surround View Air outlets, see Ventilation 48V technology, see Mild Hybrid technol‐ Air pressure, tires Air quality Alarm system...
  • Page 381 Communication Entertainment, Communication AUTO H button, see Parking brake BMW Accident Assistance Automatic activation, see Climate control BMW Assist, see Owner's Manual for Navigation, rules Entertainment and Communication Automatic car wash BMW Digital Key Automatic climate control 266,...
  • Page 382 Car wash, automatic Climate control rules Catalytic converter, see Hot exhaust gas sys‐ Closing with the Key Card Closing with the smartphone, see BMW Digital CBS Condition Based Service Cell phone, see Owner's Manual for Navigation, Clothes hooks Entertainment and Communication...
  • Page 383 Cooling, maximum 268, Diagnosis connection Cooling system Differential lock Cornering light Digital Key Corrosion on brake discs Digital Key, see BMW Digital Key Cosmetic mirror Dimensions Cross traffic warning Dimmable exterior mirrors Cruise control Dimmable interior mirror Cruise control, active with Stop&Go func‐...
  • Page 384 Driver Fatigue Alert, see Driver Attention Cam‐ tant Emergency braking, see PostCrash - iBrake Driver profiles Emergency call Driver profile, setup Emergency service, see BMW Accident Assis‐ Driver profiles, welcome screen tance Driving Emergency service, see BMW Roadside Assis‐ Driving Assistant, see Intelligent Safety...
  • Page 385 Everything from A to Z REFERENCE Engine, automatic Start/Stop function Fan, see Air flow 269, Engine compartment Fastening safety belts, see Safety belts Engine coolant Fatigue alert Engine idling when driving, see Coasting Fault indicators, see Check Control Engine oil, adding Filler neck for engine oil Engine oil change Filter, see Interior filter...
  • Page 386 General driving notes Control General settings Homepage, see Internet Gesture Control Hood Gestures, see BMW Gesture Control Horn Glare shield, see Sun visor Hotel function, see Valet parking mode Glass sunroof, electric Hot exhaust gas system Glass sunroof, initialize the system...
  • Page 387 Everything from A to Z REFERENCE Inflation pressure, tires Knee airbag Inflation pressure warning TPM, tires Information Initialization, Flat Tire Monitor FTM Input, iDrive Label on recommended tires Instrument cluster Lane change assistant Instrument lighting Lane control assistant with active side collision Instrument panel, see Instrument cluster protection, see Side collision mitigation Integrated key...
  • Page 388 Luggage rack, see Roof-mounted luggage Mobile phone, connecting rack Mobile phone, see Owner's Manual for Naviga‐ Lumbar support tion, Entertainment and Communication Mobile Service, see BMW Accident Assis‐ tance Mobile Service, see BMW Roadside Assis‐ tance Maintenance Mobility System, see Tire repair set...
  • Page 389 Pathway lighting Opening and closing Pathway lighting, switching on Opening with the Key Card Pathway lines, rearview camera Opening with the smartphone, see BMW Digital Payload, technical data PDC Park Distance Control Operating concept, iDrive Pedestrian Warning with braking function...
  • Page 390 Rain sensor Reset, vehicle data Rear automatic climate control Reset, vehicle settings Rear automatic climate control, lock control ele‐ Restricted Driving, see BMW Digital Key ments RESUME button, Active Cruise Control Rear-end collision preparation RESUME button, cruise control Rear-end collision warning, see Rear-end colli‐...
  • Page 391 Set system language, see Language Set time, see Time Setting, Control Display Safe braking Settings, general Safe Share function, see BMW Digital Key Settings, locking/unlocking Safety belt reminder for driver's seat and front Settings, seats and head restraints passenger seat...
  • Page 392 Everything from A to Z REFERENCE Software Update, see Remote Software Up‐ Steering column adjustment grade Steering wheel, adjusting Software Upgrade, see Remote Software Up‐ Steering wheel, buttons grade Steering wheel heating SOS button, see Intelligent emergency call Steering wheel heating, climate control Sound output, see Owner's Handbook for Navi‐...
  • Page 393 Everything from A to Z REFERENCE Technical changes, see For Your Own Safety Tools Technical data Top View, see Surround View Telephone, see Owner's Manual for Navigation, Torque indicator electric motor, see Sport dis‐ Entertainment and Communication plays Telephone, selection list in the instrument clus‐ Torque indicator, see Sport displays Touchpad, Controller Teleservices, see Owner's Handbook for Naviga‐...
  • Page 394 Unlocking, vehicle key Voice control Unwarranted alarm, see Avoiding unintentional Voice control, gesture control alarms Voice control, see BMW Intelligent Personal As‐ Updates made after the editorial deadline sistant Upgrade, see Remote Software Upgrade Voice control system Upholstery material care...
  • Page 395 Everything from A to Z REFERENCE Welcome screen, driver profiles Wheel base, vehicle Wheels and tires Wheels and tires, exchange Widgets, iDrive Widgets, instrument cluster 150, Width, vehicle Wi-Fi connection WiFi connection, see WLAN connection Wi-Fi hotspot Window, defrosting 269, Windows, powered Windshield, defrosting 269, Windshield washer fluid, see Washer fluid...
  • Page 396 *BL5A38F5600K* 01405A38F56 ue Online Edition for Part no. 01405A38F56 - VI/21...
  • Page 399 California Proposition 65 Warning For vehicles sold in California: Online Edition for Part no. 01405A38F56 - VI/21...
  • Page 400 The Ultimate Driving Machine® BMW DRIVER'S GUIDE APP. Your customized information about the vehicle in an app. Optimized for smartphones & tablets. Can be used offline. *BL5A38F5600K* 01405A38F56 ue Online Edition for Part no. 01405A38F56 - VI/21...

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