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Page 3 The more familiar you are with your vehicle, the better control you will have on the road. We therefore strongly suggest: Read this Owner's Manual before starting off in your new BMW. Also use the Integrated Owner's Manual in your vehicle. It contains important information on vehicle operation that will help you make full use of the technical features available in your BMW.
Page 4: Table Of Contents
TABLE OF CONTENTS NOTES Information ......................... QUICK REFERENCE Your BMW at a glance ....................AT A GLANCE Cockpit ..........................iDrive ..........................Voice activation system ....................General settings ......................Owner's Manual media ....................CONTROLS Opening and closing ..................... Seats, mirrors, and steering wheel ................
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Page 8: Notes Information
Internet "..." Texts in vehicle used to select individual functions. The Owner's Manual and general information on BMW, for example on technology, are available on the Internet: www.bmwusa.com. Online Edition for Part no. 01402896498 - X/18...
Page 9 Information NOTES When using these functions and systems, the Symbol Meaning applicable laws and regulations must be ob‐ ›...‹ Verbal instructions to use with the served. voice activation system. For any options and equipment not described in this Owner's Manual, refer to the Supplementary ››...‹‹...
Page 10 BMW parts and accessories have been tested by operating conditions and registration require‐ BMW for their safety and suitability in BMW vehi‐ ments. If your vehicle does not comply with the cles.
Page 11 Such damage is not cov‐ Service and warranty ered by the BMW New Vehicle Limited Warranty. We recommend that you read this publication thoroughly. Your vehicle is covered by the follow‐...
Page 12 Information NOTES Personal reference ognize and correct malfunctions, and helps the vehicle manufacturer to optimize vehicle func‐ Each vehicle is marked with a unique vehicle tions. identification number. Depending on the country, The majority of this data is transient and is only the vehicle owner can be identified with the vehi‐...
Page 13 Information NOTES ▷ Settings for the seat and steering wheel posi‐ How the data will be processed further is deter‐ tions. mined by the provider of the particular app being used. The extent of the possible settings de‐ ▷ Suspension and climate control settings. pends on the respective app and the operating If necessary, data can be transferred to the en‐...
Page 14 Information NOTES conditions and terms of use. The vehicle manu‐ facturer, other parties, such as law enforcement, facturer has no influence on the content ex‐ that have the special equipment, can read the in‐ changed during this process. Information on the formation if they have access to the vehicle or way in which personal data is collected and used the EDR.
Page 15 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.
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Page 17: Quick Reference
QUICK REFERENCE Your BMW at a glance ................18 Online Edition for Part no. 01402896498 - X/18...
Page 18: Your Bmw At A Glance
Your BMW at a glance QUICK REFERENCE Your BMW at a glance Opening and closing All vehicle access points are locked. Buttons for the central locking Buttons on the remote control system Overview 1 Unlocking 2 Locking 3 Unlocking the tailgate Buttons for the central locking system.
Page 19 Your BMW at a glance QUICK REFERENCE Comfort Access With automatic tailgate operation: opening and closing the tailgate Concept with no-touch activation The vehicle can be accessed without activating Concept the remote control. The tailgate can be opened and closed with no-...
Page 20 Your BMW at a glance QUICK REFERENCE ▷ Press the button on the remote con‐ 4 Backrest tilt trol for approx. 1 second. 5 Forward/backward, height, seat tilt Depending on the setting, the doors may also be unlocked. Adjusting the head restraint...
Page 21 Your BMW at a glance QUICK REFERENCE Adjusting the steering wheel While driving, the seat position adjustment on the driver's side is interrupted after a short time. Manual steering wheel adjustment Displays and control elements In the vicinity of the steering wheel Fold the lever down.
Page 22 Your BMW at a glance QUICK REFERENCE Driver's door Controller General information The buttons can be used to open the menus di‐ rectly. The Controller can be used to select menu items and enter the settings. Buttons on the Controller Button Function Press once: call up main menu.
Page 23 Your BMW at a glance QUICK REFERENCE The symbol on the Control Display indi‐ the radio or when the engine is running, press cates that voice activation system is ac‐ the Start/Stop button. tive. Some electronic systems/power consumers remain ready for operation.
Page 24 Your BMW at a glance QUICK REFERENCE High beams, headlight flasher, Reverse R. turn signal, roadside parking Neutral N. light Drive mode D. Engage selector lever position P or R only when High beams, headlight flasher the vehicle is stationary.
Page 25 Your BMW at a glance QUICK REFERENCE Canada: roadside parking light Washer/wiper system Switching the wipers on/off and brief wipe Switching on Illuminate the vehicle on one side. ▷ On: with the ignition switched off, press the lever either up or down past the resistance point for approx.
Page 26 Your BMW at a glance QUICK REFERENCE Rain sensor Rear window wiper Activating/deactivating Switching on To activate: press the lever up once from its Turn the outer switch upward. standard position, arrow 1. ▷ Resting position of the wiper, position 0.
Page 27 Your BMW at a glance QUICK REFERENCE Canada: wiper systemWiper Rain sensor system Activating/deactivating Switching the wipers on/off and brief wipe Switching on Press the button on the wiper lever. Adjusting the sensitivity ▷ Normal wiper speed: tap up once.
Page 28 Your BMW at a glance QUICK REFERENCE Rear window wiper Button Function Air flow, manual. Switching on Air distribution, manual. Rear window defroster. Seat heating. Turn the outer switch upward. ▷ Resting position of the wiper, position 0. Automatic climate control ▷...
Page 29 Your BMW at a glance QUICK REFERENCE "State/Province?" Button Function Move the Controller to the right to select the Seat heating. state from the list. Switch off the system. Entering the address The address can be entered in any order.
Page 30 Your BMW at a glance QUICK REFERENCE To perform additional steps on the mobile Establish the connection via the additional phone, refer to the mobile phone owner's phone: manual: e.g., search for or connect the Blue‐ tooth device or a new device.
Page 31 Your BMW at a glance QUICK REFERENCE Refueling After correcting the tire inflation pressure Reinitialize the Flat Tire Monitor. Refueling Reset the Tire Pressure Monitor. Fuel cap Checking the tire inflation pressure Press the rear edge of the fuel filler flap to Regularly check the tire inflation pressure and open it.
Page 32 The BMW Assist Concierge service offers infor‐ mation on events, gas stations or hotels, and provides phone numbers and addresses. Many hotels can be booked directly by the BMW Con‐ cierge service. The Concierge service is part of the optional BMW Assist Response Center.
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Page 35: At A Glance
AT A GLANCE Cockpit ......................36 iDrive ......................40 Voice activation system ................49 General settings ..................52 Owner's Manual media ................64 Online Edition for Part no. 01402896498 - X/18...
Page 36: Cockpit
Cockpit AT A GLANCE Cockpit Vehicle features and It also describes features that are not necessarily available in your vehicle, e. g., due to the selected options options or country versions. This also applies to safety-related functions and systems. When us‐ This chapter describes all standard, country-spe‐...
Page 37 Cockpit AT A GLANCE Automatic headlight control 144 Start/stop the engine and switch the ignition on/off 106 Cornering light 145 High-beam Assistant 145 Auto Start/Stop function 107 Instrument lighting 146 11 Steering wheel buttons, right 6 Steering column stalk, left Entertainment source Turn signal 111 Volume High beams, headlight flasher 111 Voice activation 49...
Page 38 Cockpit AT A GLANCE Unlock hood 263 17 With automatic tailgate operation: open/close tailgate 77 In the vicinity of the center console 1 Control Display 40 9 Parking brake 109 Ventilation 202 DSC Dynamic Stability Con‐ trol 169 Hazard warning system 283 Driving Dynamics Control 173 Intelligent Safety 158 PDC Park Distance Control 184 Rearview...
Page 39 Cockpit AT A GLANCE In the vicinity of the roofliner Emergency Request, SOS 284 Reading lights 147 Glass sunroof 87 Interior lights 147 Indicator light, front-seat passenger airbag 151 Online Edition for Part no. 01402896498 - X/18...
Page 40: Idrive
iDrive AT A GLANCE iDrive Vehicle features and Input and display options Letters and numbers This chapter describes all standard, country-spe‐ Depending on the menu, you can switch be‐ cific and optional features offered with the series. tween entering upper and lower case, letters and It also describes features that are not necessarily numbers.
Page 41 iDrive AT A GLANCE Status information Symbol Meaning USB audio interface. General information Online Entertainment. The status field can be found in the upper area of the Control Display. Status information is dis‐ WiFi. played in the form of symbols. Other symbols Radio symbols Symbol Meaning...
Page 42 iDrive AT A GLANCE Safety information Press the Controller. Select the desired setting. NOTICE Specifying the number of displays Objects in the area in the front of the Control It is possible to specify the number of displays. Display can shift and damage the Control Dis‐ play.
Page 43 iDrive AT A GLANCE Button Function Open destination input menu for navi‐ gation. Open navigation map. Press once: open the previous dis‐ play. Press and hold: open the menus used ▷ Press to select a menu item, for example. last. Open the Options menu.
Page 44 iDrive AT A GLANCE Operating with the Controller Opening the main menu Press the button. ▷ Tilt in two directions to switch between dis‐ plays, for example. The main menu is displayed. All iDrive functions can be called up via the main menu.
Page 45 iDrive AT A GLANCE Press the Controller. "Control display" "Brightness" Changing between displays Turn the Controller until the desired setting is After a menu item is selected, for instance displayed. "iDrive settings", a new display appears. Press the Controller. ▷ Move the Controller to the left.
Page 46 iDrive AT A GLANCE Opening the main menu New display is opened. Tap on symbol. Changing settings Settings such as brightness can be changed via the touchscreen. Via iDrive: "My Vehicle" "iDrive settings" "Displays" "Control display" The main menu is displayed. "Brightness"...
Page 47 iDrive AT A GLANCE Touchpad Entering special characters Input Operation General information Delete a charac‐ Swipe to the left on the Some iDrive functions can be operated using the ter. touchpad. touchpad on the Controller. Enter a blank Swipe to the right in the Selecting functions space.
Page 48 iDrive AT A GLANCE Running a function Press the button. The function will work immediately. This means, for instance that the number is dialed when a phone number is selected. Displaying the key assignment Touch buttons with finger. Do not wear gloves or use objects.
Page 49: Voice Activation System
Voice activation system AT A GLANCE Voice activation system Vehicle features and Requirements options Via the Control Display, set a language that is also supported by the voice activation system so This chapter describes all standard, country-spe‐ that the spoken commands can be identified. cific and optional features offered with the series.
Page 50 Voice activation system AT A GLANCE Help on the voice activation Activate voice command response on the smart‐ phone for this purpose. system ▷ To have information on the operating princi‐ Press and hold the button on the ple of the voice activation system read out steering wheel for approx.
Page 51 Voice activation system AT A GLANCE entering destinations while improving the quality Instead, use the SOS button, refer to page 284, of voice recognition. To use the functions, data is close to the interior mirror. transmitted to a service provider and locally stored there.
Page 52: General Settings
General settings AT A GLANCE General settings Vehicle features and "Time zone:" Select the desired setting. options The setting is stored for the driver profile cur‐ rently used. This chapter describes all standard, country-spe‐ cific and optional features offered with the series. Setting the time It also describes features that are not necessarily available in your vehicle, e.
Page 53 Concept "iDrive settings" "Date and time" If vehicle location has been activated, the current vehicle position can be displayed in the BMW "Date:" Connected app or in the ConnectedDrive cus‐ Turn the Controller until the desired day is tomer portal.
Page 54 General settings AT A GLANCE Control Display Select the desired menu and the desired content. The setting is stored for the driver profile cur‐ Brightness rently used. Via iDrive: "My Vehicle" Messages "iDrive settings" "Displays" Concept "Control display" The menu centrally displays all messages arriv‐ "Brightness"...
Page 55 Phone book. The vehicle offers different functions, whose use ▷ Online data, for instance Favorites, cookies. requires a data transfer to BMW or a service pro‐ vider. The data transfer can be deactivated for ▷ Office data, for instance voice notes.
Page 56 General settings AT A GLANCE "OK" Function Connec‐ Exit and lock the vehicle. tion type After 15 minutes, the deletion process is com‐ USB storage device: USB. pleted. Exporting and importing driver If not all of the data was deleted, repeat the dele‐ profiles.
Page 57 General settings AT A GLANCE Compatible devices Switching on Bluetooth Via iDrive: General information "My Vehicle" Information on mobile devices compatible with "iDrive settings" the vehicle can be found at www.bmwusa.com/ "Mobile devices" bluetooth. "Settings" Malfunctions may occur with devices not listed or deviating software versions.
Page 58 General settings AT A GLANCE ▷ "Telephone" ▷ The mobile phone is in power-save mode or has only a limited remaining battery life. ▷ "Bluetooth® audio" Charge mobile phone. ▷ "Apps" Why does the mobile phone no longer react? ▷ "Apple CarPlay"...
Page 59 General settings AT A GLANCE ▷ The strength of the Bluetooth signal on the Follow the following when connecting: mobile phone can be adjusted, depending on ▷ Do not use force when plugging the connec‐ the mobile phone. tor into the USB interface. ▷...
Page 60 General settings AT A GLANCE The USB storage device is displayed in the de‐ Search for WiFi networks on the device. Se‐ vice list, refer to page 61. lect network name on the device. Enter hotspot code on the device and con‐ Internet connection nect.
Page 61 General settings AT A GLANCE Functional requirements The iPhone has already been paired with Apple CarPlay. When a new connection is established, ▷ Compatible iPhone, refer to page 57. CarPlay can no longer be selected. iPhone 5 or later with iOS 7.1 or later. ▷...
Page 62 The vehicle is main‐ Via iDrive: tained up-to-date via regular vehicle software up‐ "My Vehicle" dates. "iDrive settings" Updates and related current information is availa‐ ble at www.bmw.com/update. "Mobile devices" Online Edition for Part no. 01402896498 - X/18...
Page 63 General settings AT A GLANCE Displaying the installed software Via iDrive: version "My Vehicle" The software version installed in the vehicle is "iDrive settings" displayed. "Software update" Via iDrive: "Restore software" "My Vehicle" 5. ▷ "Previous version" "iDrive settings" The previous software version is restored. "Software update"...
Page 64: Owner's Manual Media
Owner's Manual media AT A GLANCE Owner's Manual media Vehicle features and Integrated Owner's Manual options in the vehicle This chapter describes all standard, country-spe‐ Concept cific and optional features offered with the series. The Integrated Owner's Manual specifically de‐ It also describes features that are not necessarily scribes features and functions found in the vehi‐...
Page 65 Owner's Manual media AT A GLANCE Opening when a Check Control Press desired programmable mem‐ message is displayed ory button and hold for more than 2 seconds. Directly from the Check Control message on the Control Display: Executing "Owner's Manual" Press the corresponding button.
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Page 67 CONTROLS Opening and closing ................. 68 Seats, mirrors, and steering wheel ............89 Transporting children safely ..............100 Driving ....................... 105 Displays ..................... 127 Lights ......................143 Safety ......................148 Driving stability control systems ............169 Driving comfort ..................175 Climate control ..................
Page 68: Opening And Closing
Opening and closing CONTROLS Opening and closing Vehicle features and remote control with you so that the vehicle can be opened from the outside. options This chapter describes all standard, country-spe‐ WARNING cific and optional features offered with the series. Unlocking from the inside is only possible with It also describes features that are not necessarily special knowledge.
Page 69 Opening and closing CONTROLS Overview ▷ Depending on the settings, the welcome light and headlight courtesy delay feature, refer to page 144, are switched on. ▷ Exterior mirrors folded through convenient closing are folded open. ▷ The alarm system, refer to page 84, is switched off.
Page 70 Opening and closing CONTROLS With Comfort Access: To switch off the alarm: press any button. convenient closing Tailgate Safety information General information To avoid locking it in the vehicle, do not place the WARNING remote control in the cargo area. With convenient closing, body parts can be Depending on the vehicle equipment and coun‐...
Page 71 Opening and closing CONTROLS Additional remote controls The tailgate is unlocked and can be swung up‐ ward. Additional remote controls are available from a With automatic tailgate operation: dealer’s service center or another qualified serv‐ ice center or repair shop. The tailgate opens automatically.
Page 72 Removing ▷ The options provided by the Remote Serv‐ ices of the BMW Connected app include the ability to lock and unlock a vehicle. This requires an active BMW Connected‐ Drive contract and the BMW Connected app must be installed on a smartphone.
Page 73 Opening and closing CONTROLS Locking/unlocking via the door Overview lock Remove lid on the door lock. To do this, slide the integrated key into the opening from below and remove the lid. Buttons for the central locking system. Locking Press the button with the front doors Unlock or lock the door lock using the closed.
Page 74 Opening and closing CONTROLS Comfort Access Locking Concept The vehicle can be accessed without activating the remote control. All you need to do is to have the remote control with you, such as in your pants pocket. The vehicle automatically detects the remote control when it is in close proximity or in the car's interior.
Page 75 Opening and closing CONTROLS Opening This corresponds with pressing and holding the button on the remote control. In addition to locking, the windows and the glass sunroof close. The exterior mirrors fold in, de‐ pending on the model. Opening the tailgate General information To avoid locking it in the vehicle, do not place the Press button next on tailgate.
Page 76 Opening and closing CONTROLS Performing the foot movement If the tailgate is opened with no-touch activation, locked doors are not unlocked. Stand in the middle behind the vehicle at ap‐ Contactless opening and closing of the tailgate prox. one arm's length away from the rear of must be activated in the settings.
Page 77 Opening and closing CONTROLS ▷ Interference of the radio connection from transmission towers or other equipment with WARNING high transmitting power. The tailgate pivots out when it opens. There is ▷ Shielding of the remote control due to metal a risk of injury or risk of damage to property. objects.
Page 78 Opening and closing CONTROLS Opening from the inside When adjusting the opening height, ensure that there is a clearance of at least 4 in/10 cm above With Steptronic transmission: the tailgate. With the vehicle stationary, pull the but‐ "My Vehicle" ton in the storage compartment of the driver's door upwards.
Page 79 Opening and closing CONTROLS With the vehicle stationary, pull the button in the storage compartment of the driver's door up‐ wards twice in quick succession. If the vehicle is stationary, the tailgate opens au‐ tomatically to the adjusted opening height. Interruption of the opening procedure The opening procedure is interrupted in the fol‐...
Page 80 Opening and closing CONTROLS Malfunction Changes to the settings are automatically stored in the driver profile currently activated. Safety information If another driver profile is selected via iDrive, the settings stored in it will be applied automatically. The new driver profile is assigned to the remote WARNING control currently used.
Page 81 Opening and closing CONTROLS Renaming a driver profile ▷ Driving Dynamics Control. ▷ Seat position, exterior mirror position, steer‐ A personal name can be assigned to the active ing wheel position where applicable. driver profile to avoid confusion between the driver profiles.
Page 82 Opening and closing CONTROLS System limits The driver profile marked with this symbol can be exported. A clear assignment between the remote control "Export driver profile" and driver may not be possible in the following cases, for example. Select a storage device for exporting the driver profile.
Page 83 Opening and closing CONTROLS Tailgate The most recent position is independent of the positions saved via the seat memory. Depending on the vehicle equipment and coun‐ try version, this setting may not be offered. Confirmation signals from the Via iDrive: vehicle "My Vehicle"...
Page 84 Opening and closing CONTROLS Opening the doors with the alarm "Doors/Key" system switched on "Unlock at end of trip" After the engine is switched off by pressing The alarm system is triggered when a door is the Start/Stop button, the locked vehicle is opened if the door was unlocked using the automatically unlocked.
Page 85 Opening and closing CONTROLS Switching off the tilt alarm sensor Interior motion sensor and tilt alarm sensor are not active, as doors, hood, or tailgate are and interior motion sensor not correctly closed. Correctly closed access Press the button on the remote control points are secured.
Page 86 Opening and closing CONTROLS Overview Jam protection system General information If closing force exceeds a specific threshold as a window closes, closing is interrupted. The window opens slightly. Safety information WARNING Power windows Accessories on the windows such as antennas can impact jam protection.
Page 87 Opening and closing CONTROLS Switching on/off ▷ The opened glass sunroof closes until it is in the tilted position. The sun protection does Press the button. not move. The LED lights up if the safety function ▷ The tilted glass sunroof closes. is switched on.
Page 88 Opening and closing CONTROLS Closing from the raised position Convenient opening via the remote control, refer to page 69. without jam protection Closing via Comfort Access, refer to page 74. If there is an external danger, push the switch forward past the Comfort position resistance point and hold it.
Page 89: Seats, Mirrors, And Steering Wheel
Seats, mirrors, and steering wheel CONTROLS Seats, mirrors, and steering wheel Vehicle features and WARNING options With a backrest inclined too far to the rear, the efficacy of the safety belt can no longer be en‐ This chapter describes all standard, country-spe‐ sured.
Page 90 Seats, mirrors, and steering wheel CONTROLS Overview Seat tilt 1 Memory function Move switch up or down. 2 Backrest width Backrest tilt 3 Lumbar support 4 Backrest tilt 5 Forward/backward, height, seat tilt Forward/backward Move switch forward or backward. Thigh support Push switch forward or backward.
Page 91 Seats, mirrors, and steering wheel CONTROLS ▷ Press the front/rear section of Seat heating the button: The curvature is increased/ Switching on decreased. Press the button once for each temper‐ ▷ Press the upper/lower section ature level. of the button: The maximum temperature is reached when The curvature is shifted up/ three LEDs are lit.
Page 92 Seats, mirrors, and steering wheel CONTROLS Safety belts Forward/backward General information Number of safety belts and The rear seat is divided into two parts at a ratio of safety belt buckles 60 – 40. The left seat is connected to the middle The vehicle is fitted with five safety belts to en‐...
Page 93 Seats, mirrors, and steering wheel CONTROLS stance in the event of an accident or during ▷ Re-tighten the safety belt frequently upward braking and evasive maneuvers. There is a risk around your upper body. of injuries or danger to life. Make sure that all Buckling the safety belt occupants are wearing safety belts correctly.
Page 94 Seats, mirrors, and steering wheel CONTROLS Insert the upper buckle tongue in the belt ▷ Before driving, install the removed head buckle, arrow 2. restraints on the occupied seats. Safety belt buckles must audibly click into ▷ Adjust the head restraint so its center sup‐ place.
Page 95 Seats, mirrors, and steering wheel CONTROLS ▷ To lower: press button, arrow 1, and push ▷ Adjust the distance so that the head re‐ head restraint down. straint is as close as possible to the back of the head. Adjust the distance via the After setting the height, move the head restraint backrest tilt as needed.
Page 96 Seats, mirrors, and steering wheel CONTROLS After setting the height, move the head restraint ▷ Lumbar support. up or down slightly, making sure it engages Safety information properly. Folding down the head restraint WARNING Only fold the head restraint back if no one will be Using the memory function while driving can sitting in the seat in question.
Page 97 Seats, mirrors, and steering wheel CONTROLS Calling up settings dent. Estimate the distance to the traffic behind by looking over your shoulder. The stored position is called up automatically. Press selected button 1 or 2. Overview The procedure stops when a switch for setting the seat or one of the memory buttons is pressed.
Page 98 Seats, mirrors, and steering wheel CONTROLS Interior mirror, manually Folding is only possible up to a speed of approx. 15 mph/20 km/h. dimmable Folding the mirrors in and out is helpful in the fol‐ lowing situations: Turn knob ▷ In vehicle washes. ▷...
Page 99 Seats, mirrors, and steering wheel CONTROLS Steering wheel Switching on/off Press the button. Safety information ▷ On: the LED lights up. ▷ Off: the LED goes out. WARNING Steering wheel adjustments while driving can lead to unexpected steering wheel movements. Vehicle control could be lost.
Page 100: Transporting Children Safely
Transporting children safely CONTROLS Transporting children safely Vehicle features and It also describes features that are not necessarily available in your vehicle, e. g., due to the selected options options or country versions. This also applies to safety-related functions and systems. When us‐ This chapter describes all standard, country-spe‐...
Page 101 Transporting children safely CONTROLS Safety information There is a risk of injuries or danger to life. Have damaged child restraint systems or of child re‐ straint systems exposed to an accident and WARNING their fastening systems checked and possibly Active front-seat passenger airbags can injure a replaced by the dealer’s service center or an‐...
Page 102 Transporting children safely CONTROLS LATCH child restraint fixing Backrest width Adjustable backrest width: before installing a system child restraint system in the front passenger seat, open the backrest width completely. Do not General information change the backrest width again and do not call up a memory position.
Page 103 Transporting children safely CONTROLS Child restraint systems Position with tether strap Symbol Meaning The corresponding symbol Safety information shows the mounts for the lower LATCH anchors. WARNING Seats equipped with lower an‐ chors are marked with a pair, 2, If the upper retaining strap is incorrectly used of LATCH symbols.
Page 104 Transporting children safely CONTROLS Locking the doors and Routing the retaining strap windows in the rear Rear doors 1 Direction of travel 2 Head restraint 3 Hook for upper retaining strap 4 Anchor Push the locking lever on the rear doors up. 5 Seat backrest The door can now be opened from the outside 6 Upper retaining strap...
Page 105: Driving
Driving CONTROLS Driving Vehicle features and All indicator lights in the instrument cluster go out. options To save battery power when the engine is off, switch off the ignition and any unnecessary elec‐ This chapter describes all standard, country-spe‐ tronic systems/power consumers. cific and optional features offered with the series.
Page 106 Driving CONTROLS If the engine is not running and the ignition is switched on: the system automatically activates WARNING radio-ready state when the door is opened if the An unsecured vehicle can begin to move and lights are switched off or the daytime running possibly roll away.
Page 107 Driving CONTROLS Engine stop Engage selector lever position P. Press the Start/Stop button. The engine is switched off. Safety information The radio-ready state is switched on. WARNING Auto Start/Stop function Unattended children or animals can cause the vehicle to move and endanger themselves and traffic, for instance due to the following actions: Concept ▷...
Page 108 Driving CONTROLS Starting the engine The air flow from the air conditioner is reduced when the engine is switched off. The engine starts automatically under the follow‐ ing conditions: Displays in the instrument cluster ▷ Steptronic transmission: by releasing the The READY display in the tach‐...
Page 109 Driving CONTROLS Activating/deactivating the Malfunction system manually The Auto Start/Stop function no longer switches off the engine automatically. A Check Control Using the button message is displayed. It is possible to continue driving. Have the system checked by a dealer’s service center or another qualified service center or repair shop.
Page 110 Driving CONTROLS ▷ Using vehicle equipment. The indicator light lights up red, a signal sounds and the brake lights light up. There is a risk of accidents or injuries. Do not leave children or animals unattended in the ve‐ A Check Control message is displayed. hicle.
Page 111 Driving CONTROLS Via iDrive: Press the switch while stepping on the "My Vehicle" brake pedal or selector lever position P is set. "Vehicle settings" It may take several seconds for the brake to be put into operation. Any sounds associated with "Lighting"...
Page 112 Driving CONTROLS Washer/wiper system ▷ Normal wiper speed, position 2. ▷ Fast wiper speed, position 3. When travel is interrupted with the wiper system General information switched on: when travel continues, the wipers Do not use the wipers if the windshield is dry, as resume at their previous speed.
Page 113 Driving CONTROLS Safety information Up: short interval or high sensitivity of the rain sensor. Down: long interval or low sensitivity of the rain NOTICE sensor. If the rain sensor is activated, the wipers can accidentally start moving in vehicle washes. Windshield and headlight There is a risk of damage to property.
Page 114 Driving CONTROLS Windshield washer nozzles General information The washer jets are automatically heated when‐ Important, for instance when changing the wiper ever the ignition is switched on. blades or when folding out under frosty condi‐ tions. Rear window wiper Safety information Overview WARNING If the wipers start moving in the folded away...
Page 115 Driving CONTROLS Fold the wipers all the way away from the windshield. NOTICE If the wipers are frozen to the windshield, the wiper blades can be torn off and the wiper mo‐ tor can overheat when switching on. There is a risk of damage to property.
Page 116 Driving CONTROLS The lever automatically returns to its initial posi‐ 15 minutes, the rain sensor is automatically acti‐ tion when released. vated again. Interval mode or rain sensor Setting the frequency or sensitivity of the rain sensor Concept The rain sensor automatically controls the time between wipes depending on the intensity of the rainfall.
Page 117 Driving CONTROLS Cleaning the windshield Clean the rear window Turn the outer switch in the desired direction. ▷ In resting position: turn the switch downward, arrow 3. The switch automatically returns to its resting position when released. ▷ In intermittent mode: turn the switch further, arrow 2.
Page 118 U.S. EPA and many individual states; do not exceed the allowable washer fluid dilution ratio limits that apply. Follow the usage instructions on the washer fluid container. Use of BMW’s Windshield Washer Concentrate or the equivalent is recommended. WARNING Folding down the wipers Washer fluid can ignite and catch fire on con‐...
Page 119 Driving CONTROLS trates or antifreeze. Follow the information and ▷ On uphill grades or on a downhill slope, mixing ratios provided on the containers. turn the front wheels in the direction of the curb. ▷ On uphill grades or on a downhill slope, Overview also secure the vehicle, for instance with a wheel chock.
Page 120 Driving CONTROLS back. The selector lever automatically returns to off, refer to page 105, while selector lever po‐ the center position when released. sition R, D or M/S is engaged. Selector lever position P is engaged automati‐ ▷ If the driver's safety belt is unbuckled, the cally, refer to page 120, in certain situations.
Page 121 Driving CONTROLS Engaging selector lever position D, ▷ Unintentional shifting from selector lever po‐ sition P into another selector lever position. N, R To release the selector lever lock: with the A selector lever lock prevents the following faulty brake pedal depressed, press the button on operation: the front of the selector lever.
Page 122 Driving CONTROLS Engaging selector lever position P Touch the selector lever lock and engage se‐ lector lever position N. Switch the engine off. In this way, the ignition remains switched on, and a Check-Control message is displayed. The vehicle may roll. NOTICE Selector lever position P is automatically en‐...
Page 123 Driving CONTROLS Activating the sport program The engaged gear is displayed in the instrument cluster, for instance M1. Shifting ▷ To shift down: press the selector lever for‐ ward. ▷ To shift up: pull the selector lever rearwards. The transmission continues shifting automati‐ cally in certain situations, for instance when speed limits are reached.
Page 124 Driving CONTROLS Shift paddles ▷ The lowest possible gear can be selected by pulling and holding the left shift paddle. Concept The selected gear is briefly displayed in the in‐ strument cluster, followed by the current gear. The shift paddles on the steering wheel allow you to shift gears quickly while keeping both hands on the steering wheel.
Page 125 Driving CONTROLS Using the screwdriver from the onboard vehi‐ selector lever position N is displayed in the in‐ cle tool kit, refer to page 273, press the yel‐ strument cluster. low release lever downward, arrow. A Check Control message is displayed. Press the button on the front of the selector Release the selector lever.
Page 126 Driving CONTROLS to reach the operating temperature needed for Launch Control. Start with launch control While the engine is running: Press the button and select SPORT with the Driving Dynamics Control. TRACTION is displayed in the instrument cluster in combination with SPORT and the DSC OFF indicator light lights up.
Page 127: Displays
Displays CONTROLS Displays Vehicle features and It also describes features that are not necessarily available in your vehicle, e. g., due to the selected options options or country versions. This also applies to safety-related functions and systems. When us‐ This chapter describes all standard, country-spe‐ ing these functions and systems, the applicable cific and optional features offered with the series.
Page 128 Displays CONTROLS In addition, an acoustic signal may sound and an Brake system SMS text message may appear on the Control Braking system impaired. Continue to Display. drive moderately. Have the vehicle checked immediately Indicator/warning lights by a dealer’s service center or another qualified service center or repair shop.
Page 129 Displays CONTROLS The system was deactivated but applies the Tire Pressure Monitor TPM brakes until you actively resume control by The indicator light lights up: the Tire pressing on the brake pedal or accelerator pedal. Pressure Monitor reports a low tire infla‐ tion pressure or a flat tire.
Page 130 Displays CONTROLS ously damage emission control components, Cruise control in particular the catalytic converter. The system is switched on. It maintains the speed that was set using the control Socket for Onboard Diagnosis, refer to elements on the steering wheel. page 272.
Page 131 Press the button. qualified service center or repair shop. ▷ When the ignition is switched ▷ "BMW Roadside Assistance" off, the time, the external tem‐ Contact Roadside Assistance. perature and the odometer are displayed. Online Edition for Part no. 01402896498 - X/18...
Page 132 Displays CONTROLS Date ▷ When the ignition is switched on, the trip od‐ ometer is reset. The date is displayed in the in‐ strument cluster. External temperature The date can be set on the Con‐ trol Display. General information If the indicator drops to +37 ℉/+3 ℃ or lower, a Range signal sounds.
Page 133 Displays CONTROLS Current consumption Service requirements Instrument cluster Concept The function displays the service requirements Displays the current fuel con‐ and the corresponding maintenance scopes. sumption. Check whether you are currently driving in an efficient and General information environmentally-friendly manner. After the ignition is switched on the instrument cluster briefly displays available driving distance Instrument cluster with...
Page 134 Displays CONTROLS Entering appointment dates On vehicles without a gear shift indicator, the en‐ gaged gear is displayed. Enter the dates for the mandatory vehicle in‐ spections. Steptronic transmission: Make sure that the vehicle's date and time are displaying set correctly. Via iDrive: Example Description...
Page 135 Displays CONTROLS Safety information With navigation system: Speed Limit Info not available. WARNING The system cannot serve as a substitute for the driver’s personal judgment in assessing visibility Without navigation system: and traffic situation. There is a risk of an acci‐ No speed limit or cancellation de‐...
Page 136 Displays CONTROLS Selection lists Display General information Depending on your vehicle's equipment, the fol‐ lowing can be displayed or operated using the buttons and the thumbwheel on the steering wheel as well as the displays in the instrument cluster and the Head-up Display: ▷...
Page 137 Displays CONTROLS Information at a glance Indication in the Info Display Repeatedly pressing the button on the turn sig‐ The information from the On‐ nal lever calls up the following information in the board Computer is shown in the Info Display: Info Display in the instrument cluster.
Page 138 Displays CONTROLS Engine temperature display Onboard Computer on the Control Display Concept Concept Depending on the vehicle equipment, the current engine temperature is displayed, based on a The Onboard Computer displays different vehi‐ combination of the coolant temperature and en‐ cle data on the Control Display, such as average gine oil temperature.
Page 139 Displays CONTROLS Checking vehicle state ▷ "Reset": all values are reset. ▷ "Automatic reset": all values are reset Via iDrive: approx. 4 hours after the vehicle has "My Vehicle" come to a standstill. "Technology in action" If necessary, "OK" "Vehicle and surroundings" Via the Driving Dynamics Control Sport displays Activate SPORT.
Page 140 Displays CONTROLS Display "Speed warning" "Speed warning" Overview Setting your current speed as The following information is displayed on the the speed warning Head-up Display: ▷ Speed. Via iDrive: ▷ Navigation instructions. "My Vehicle" ▷ Check Control messages. "Vehicle settings" ▷...
Page 141 Displays CONTROLS When the low beams are switched on, the ▷ Sunglasses with certain polarization filters. brightness of the Head-up Display can be addi‐ ▷ Wet roads. tionally influenced using the instrument lighting. ▷ Unfavorable light conditions. Settings are stored for the profile currently used. If the image is distorted, have the basic settings checked by a dealer’s service center or another Adjusting the height...
Page 142 Displays CONTROLS be displayed on the Control Display. Display‐ ing stored Check Control messages, refer to page 131. ▷ "Service required": Displaying service requirements, refer to page 133. ▷ "Teleservice Call": service request. Online Edition for Part no. 01402896498 - X/18...
Page 143: Lights
Lights CONTROLS Lights Vehicle features and Symbol Function options Parking lights. This chapter describes all standard, country-spe‐ Low beams. cific and optional features offered with the series. It also describes features that are not necessarily available in your vehicle, e. g., due to the selected Instrument lighting.
Page 144 Lights CONTROLS Canada: roadside parking light "Lighting" "Exterior lighting" Concept "Welcome lights" The vehicle can be illuminated on one side. The setting is stored for the driver profile cur‐ rently used. Switching on Headlight courtesy delay feature General information The low beams stay lit for a short while if the headlight flasher is switched on after the radio- ready state is switched off.
Page 145 Lights CONTROLS Adaptive headlight range Activating control Position of switch: The indicator light in the instrument cluster is il‐ luminated when the low beams are switched on. The adaptive headlight range control compen‐ sates for acceleration and braking operations in System limits order not to blind the oncoming traffic and to achieve optimum illumination of the roadway.
Page 146 Lights CONTROLS Fog lights The indicator light in the instrument clus‐ ter is illuminated when the low beams are switched on. Front fog lights The headlights are automatically switched be‐ tween low beams and high beams. Concept The blue indicator light in the instrument The front fog lights work alongside the low cluster lights up when the system beams to illuminate a wider area of the roadway.
Page 147 Lights CONTROLS Interior lights Ambient light General information General information Depending on the equipment version, lighting Depending on the equipment, the interior lights, can be adjusted for some lights in the car's inte‐ footwell lights, entry lights, and courtesy lights rior.
Page 148: Safety
Safety CONTROLS Safety Vehicle features and It also describes features that are not necessarily available in your vehicle, e. g., due to the selected options options or country versions. This also applies to safety-related functions and systems. When us‐ This chapter describes all standard, country-spe‐ ing these functions and systems, the applicable cific and optional features offered with the series.
Page 149 Vehicle modifications for a person with disabili‐ ▷ Keep a distance from the airbags. ties may affect the air bag system; contact BMW Customer Relations for further information. ▷ Always grasp the steering wheel on the steering wheel rim.
Page 150 Safety CONTROLS Safety information WARNING Improperly executed work can lead to failure, WARNING malfunction or unintentional triggering of the To ensure the front-seat passenger airbag airbag system. In the case of a malfunction, the function, the system must be able to detect airbag system might not trigger as intended de‐...
Page 151 Safety CONTROLS Indicator light for the front-seat Strength of the driver's and passenger airbags front-seat passenger airbag The explosive power that activates driver's/front- seat passenger airbags very much depends on the positions of the driver's/front passenger seat. To maintain the accuracy of this function over the long term, calibrate the front seats as soon as a respective message appears on the Control Display.
Page 152 Safety CONTROLS General information All wheels green System is active and will issue a warning related Sensors in the tire valves measure the tire infla‐ to the tire inflation pressures stored during the tion pressure and, depending on the model, the last reset.
Page 153 Safety CONTROLS "Tire Pressure Monitor active. See label for Measure recommended pressures." is displayed. Check the tire pressure and correct as You may interrupt this trip at any time. When you needed. continue the reset resumes automatically. Reset the system. Messages If the tire inflation pressure is too General information...
Page 154 Safety CONTROLS Run-flat tires Symbol Possible cause There is a flat tire or a major loss in Safety information tire inflation pressure. No reset was performed for the sys‐ WARNING tem. The system issues a warning Your vehicle handles differently with a run-flat based on the tire inflation pressures with no or low inflation pressure;...
Page 155 Safety CONTROLS Malfunction Vehicle handling with damaged tires Vehicles driven with a damaged tire will handle The yellow warning light flashes and is differently, potentially leading to conditions such then illuminated continuously. A Check as the following: Control message is displayed. It may not ▷...
Page 156 Safety CONTROLS nates, you should stop and check your tires as The system does not measure the actual infla‐ soon as possible, and inflate them to the proper tion pressure in the tires. pressure. Driving on a significantly under-inflated Functional requirements tire causes the tire to overheat and can lead to tire failure.
Page 157 Safety CONTROLS Measure "Flat Tire Monitor" Start the engine but do not drive off. Reduce your speed and stop cautiously. Avoid sudden braking and steering maneu‐ Start the initialization with: "Perform reset" vers. Drive away. Check whether the vehicle is fitted with nor‐ The initialization is completed while driving, mal tires or run-flat tires.
Page 158 Safety CONTROLS Maximum speed Final tire failure You may continue driving with a damaged tire at Vibrations or loud noises while driving can indi‐ speeds up to 50 mph/80 km/h. cate the final failure of a tire. Reduce speed and stop; otherwise, pieces of the Continued driving with a flat tire tire could come loose and cause an accident.
Page 159 Safety CONTROLS Safety information Intelligent Safety button WARNING Switching on/off The system cannot serve as a substitute for the Some Intelligent Safety systems are automati‐ driver’s personal judgment in assessing visibility cally active after every departure. Some Intelli‐ and traffic situation. There is a risk of an acci‐ gent Safety systems activate according to the dent.
Page 160 Safety CONTROLS The automatic braking intervention is done with limited force and duration. WARNING A camera in the area of the interior mirror con‐ Indicators and warnings cannot serve as a sub‐ trols the system. stitute for the driver’s personal judgment. Due to its limits, the system might not output warn‐...
Page 161 Safety CONTROLS Camera Setting the warning time The warning time can be set. Via iDrive: "My Vehicle" "Vehicle settings" "Intelligent Safety" "Warning time" Select the desired setting. The selected time is stored for the profile cur‐ The camera is installed near the interior mirror. rently used.
Page 162 Safety CONTROLS sisted by a minor automatic braking intervention ▷ Slow moving vehicles when you approach in a possible risk of collision. them at high speed. Acute warnings can also be triggered without ▷ Vehicles that suddenly swerve in front of you, previous forewarning.
Page 163 Safety CONTROLS The camera in the area of the interior mirror con‐ Watch traffic closely and actively intervene trols the system. where appropriate. General information WARNING With sufficient brightness, the system warns about possible collision danger with pedestrians Indicators and warnings cannot serve as a sub‐ starting at approx.
Page 164 Safety CONTROLS Camera Warning with braking function Display If a collision with a person detected in this way is imminent, a warning symbol appears on the in‐ strument cluster and in the Head-up Display. The red symbol is displayed and a signal sounds.
Page 165 Safety CONTROLS Detection range General information The detection potential of the camera is limited. Depending on the country version, the system issues a warning at speeds between Thus, a warning might not be issued or be is‐ 35 mph/55 km/h and 45 mph/70 km/h. sued late.
Page 166 Safety CONTROLS Overview are individually switched off accord‐ ing to their respective settings. Button in the vehicle ▷ LED lights up orange or goes out respective to their individual settings. Adjust as needed. The individual settings are stored for the driver profile currently in use. Press button again: ▷...
Page 167 Safety CONTROLS System limits General information Safety information WARNING The system can react not at all, too late, incor‐ rectly, or without justification due to the system limits. There is a risk of accidents or risk of damage to property. Follow the information re‐ garding the system limits and actively intervene ▷...
Page 168 Safety CONTROLS This procedure takes the following criteria into vention by the driver in certain situations. This account: can reduce the risk of a further collision and the consequences thereof. ▷ Personal driving style, for instance steering behavior. Harder vehicle braking ▷...
Page 169: Driving Stability Control Systems
Driving stability control systems CONTROLS Driving stability control systems Vehicle features and Automatic Differential options Brake This chapter describes all standard, country-spe‐ The system controls the driving force by auto‐ cific and optional features offered with the series. matic braking intervention on individual wheels. It also describes features that are not necessarily The function corresponds to a differential lock: available in your vehicle, e.
Page 170 Driving stability control systems CONTROLS Safety information The indicator light lights up: DSC has malfunc‐ tioned. WARNING Deactivating DSC: DSC OFF The system cannot serve as a substitute for the driver’s personal judgment in assessing the General information traffic situation. Based on the limits of the sys‐ tem, it cannot independently react to all traffic When DSC is deactivated, driving stability is re‐...
Page 171 Driving stability control systems CONTROLS DTC Dynamic Traction Performance Control Control Performance Control enhances the agility of the vehicle. Concept To increase maneuverability, wheels are braked DTC is a version of the DSC Dynamic Stability individually when a sporty driving style is used. Control where forward momentum is optimized.
Page 172 Driving stability control systems CONTROLS Increasing or decreasing vehicle Only use HDC in low gears or in selector lever position D or R. speed Overview Using the cruise control rocker switch Button in the vehicle The desired speed can be changed using the cruise control rocker switch on the steering wheel.
Page 173 Driving stability control systems CONTROLS Servotronic Operating the programs Button Program Concept SPORT Servotronic is a speed-dependent power steer‐ COMFORT ing function. ECO PRO The system provides the steering force with more support at low speeds than at higher ones. This makes it easier to park, for instance, and makes steering more direct when driving at SPORT...
Page 174 Driving stability control systems CONTROLS COMFORT Selected program The instrument cluster displays Concept the selected program. For balanced tuning. Activating COMFORT Press the button repeatedly until COM‐ Drive-off assistant FORT is displayed in the instrument cluster. Concept ECO PRO This system supports driving off on uphill grades. The parking brake is not required.
Page 175: Driving Comfort
Driving comfort CONTROLS Driving comfort Vehicle features and General information options A camera on the interior mirror is used to detect vehicles driving ahead. Depending on the driving settings, the features This chapter describes all standard, country-spe‐ of the cruise control can change in certain areas. cific and optional features offered with the series.
Page 176 Driving comfort CONTROLS Button Function WARNING Increase distance, refer to page 178. The desired speed can be incorrectly adjusted or called up by mistake. There is a risk of an ac‐ Rocker switch. cident. Adjust the desired speed to the traffic conditions.
Page 177 Driving comfort CONTROLS Setting the speed Cruise control is active and maintains the set speed. Maintaining/storing the speed DSC Dynamic Stability Control is switched on, if necessary. Switching off To switch off the system while standing, step on brake pedal at the same time. Press the button on the steering wheel.
Page 178 Driving comfort CONTROLS Continuing cruise control ▷ Each time the rocker switch is pressed to the point of resistance, the desired speed in‐ creases or decreases by approx. General information 1 mph/1 km/h. An interrupted cruise control can be continued ▷...
Page 179 Driving comfort CONTROLS The indicator light in the instrument clus‐ Distance display ter lights up. Distance 3 To switch distance control back on, press button again briefly. Distance 4 After changing over distance control, a Check Control message is displayed. This value is set automatically after the system is switched on.
Page 180 Driving comfort CONTROLS Displays in the Head-up Display Swerving vehicles Some system information can also be displayed in the Head-up Display. System limits Detection range A vehicle driving in front of you is not detected until it is completely within the same lane as your vehicle.
Page 181 Driving comfort CONTROLS Engine power The desired speed may not be maintained on uphill grades if engine power is insufficient. Malfunction A Check Control message is displayed if the sys‐ tem fails or was automatically deactivated. The system may not be fully functional in the fol‐ lowing situations: When you approach a curve the system may briefly report vehicles in the next lane due to the...
Page 182 Driving comfort CONTROLS situations. There is a risk of an accident. Adjust Button Function driving style to traffic conditions. Watch traffic Pause cruise control, refer to closely and actively intervene where appropri‐ page 182. ate. Continue cruise control with the last setting, refer to page 183.
Page 183 Driving comfort CONTROLS Changing the speed ▷ If selector lever position N is set. ▷ Dynamic Traction Control DTC is activated or DSC Dynamic Stability Control is deactivated. ▷ If DSC Dynamic Stability Control intervenes. Setting the speed Maintaining/storing the speed Press the rocker switch up or down repeatedly until the desired speed is set.
Page 184 Driving comfort CONTROLS System limits ▷ When the system is switched off. ▷ When the ignition is switched off. Engine power Calling up stored speed The desired speed is also maintained downhill, but may not be maintained on uphill grades if en‐ Press the button on the steering wheel.
Page 185 Driving comfort CONTROLS Switching on/off closely and actively intervene where appropri‐ ate. Switching on automatically The system switches on automatically in the fol‐ WARNING lowing situations: Due to high speeds when PDC Park Distance ▷ If selector lever position R is engaged when Control is activated, the warning can be de‐...
Page 186 Driving comfort CONTROLS Visual warning The rearview camera image is displayed if the re‐ verse gear is engaged when pressing the park assistance button. WARNING Signal tones An intermittent tone indicates when the vehicle is approaching an object. E.g., if an object is de‐ tected to the left rear of the vehicle, a signal tone sounds from the left rear speaker.
Page 187 Driving comfort CONTROLS ▷ For persons with certain clothing, for instance ▷ Due to heavy exhaust. coats. ▷ Due to other ultrasound sources, for instance ▷ With external interference of the ultrasound, sweeping machines, high pressure steam for instance from passing vehicles or loud cleaners or neon lights.
Page 188 Driving comfort CONTROLS Overview Switch the system back on, if needed. Depending on the vehicle Depending on the vehicle equipment: switching on/off equipment: button in the vehicle manually Press park assistance button. ▷ On: the LED lights up. ▷ Off: the LED goes out. The parking assistance functions are shown on the Control Display.
Page 189 Driving comfort CONTROLS Pathway lines Obstacle marking Pathway lines can be superimposed on the im‐ Depending on the vehicle equipment, obstacle age of the rearview camera. markings can be faded into the image of the rearview camera. Pathway lines help you to estimate the space re‐ quired when parking and maneuvering on level The colored thresholds of the obstacle markings roads.
Page 190 Driving comfort CONTROLS Parking assistant Display settings Brightness Concept With the rearview camera switched on: Move the Controller to the left, if needed. Select the symbol. Turn the Controller until the desired setting is reached, and press the Controller. Contrast With the rearview camera switched on: Move the Controller to the left, if needed.
Page 191 Driving comfort CONTROLS Functional requirements closely and actively intervene where appropri‐ ate. Ultrasound sensors Ensure full functionality: NOTICE ▷ Do not cover sensors, for instance with stick‐ The parking assistant can steer the vehicle over ers. or onto curbs. There is a risk of damage to ▷...
Page 192 Driving comfort CONTROLS Switching on with reverse gear straight, even if the system is deactivated. When the system is deactivated, the displays Shift into reverse. on the Control Display are shown in gray. The current status of the parking space search is indicated on the Control Display.
Page 193 Driving comfort CONTROLS Functional limitations ▷ If the vehicle speed exceeds approx. 6 mph/10 km/h. The system may not be fully functional in the fol‐ ▷ Possibly on snow-covered or slippery road lowing situations: surfaces. ▷ On bumpy road surfaces such as gravel ▷...
Page 194 Driving comfort CONTROLS sensors before or after a continuous tone sounds. Parking spaces that are not suitable may be de‐ tected or suitable parking spaces may not be de‐ tected at all. Tire size The parking position may vary depending on the tire size.
Page 195: Climate Control
Climate control CONTROLS Climate control Vehicle features and ▷ Emission tested car's interior. ▷ Microfilter. options ▷ Air conditioning system to control the tem‐ perature, air flow and recirculated-air mode. This chapter describes all standard, country-spe‐ Depending on the equipment specification: cific and optional features offered with the series.
Page 196 Climate control CONTROLS 3 Air flow 7 Seat heating, right 91 4 Air flow display 8 Rear window defroster 5 Recirculated-air mode 9 Seat heating, left 91 6 Temperature Climate control functions in Air conditioning detail Concept Switching the system on/off The air in the car's interior will be cooled and de‐ humidified and, depending on the temperature setting, warmed again.
Page 197 Climate control CONTROLS To prevent window fogging, recirculated-air ▷ Windows. mode switches off automatically after a certain ▷ Upper body region. amount of time, depending on the environmental ▷ Floor area. conditions. ▷ Windows, upper body region, and floor With constant recirculated-air mode, the air qual‐ area.
Page 198 Climate control CONTROLS Automatic climate control 1 Defrosting windows and removing condensa‐ 10 Air conditioning tion 11 Automatic recirculated-air control/recircu‐ 2 Temperature, left lated-air mode 3 AUTO program 12 Seat heating, right 91 4 Switching off the system 13 Air distribution settings 5 Air flow, AUTO intensity 14 Seat heating, left 91...
Page 199 Climate control CONTROLS Temperature The air conditioning is switched on automatically with the AUTO program. Concept When using the automatic climate control, con‐ densation water, refer to page 227, develops The automatic climate control achieves the set and drains underneath the vehicle. This is nor‐ temperature as quickly as possible, if necessary mal.
Page 200 Climate control CONTROLS Depending on the selected temperature, the in‐ ▷ LEDs off: outside air flows in continuously. tensity of the AUTO program, and outside influ‐ ▷ Left LED on, automatic recirculated-air con‐ ences, the air is directed to the windshield, side trol: a sensor detects pollutants in the outside windows, upper body, and into the floor area.
Page 201 Climate control CONTROLS Operation The LED is illuminated with the system switched Press the button repeatedly to select a For this purpose, point the side vents towards program: the side windows as needed. ▷ Upper body region and floor area. The air flow can be adjusted with the air flow ac‐...
Page 202 Climate control CONTROLS Ventilation Parked-car ventilation Front ventilation Concept The parked-car ventilation ventilates the car's in‐ terior and lowers its temperature, if needed. General information The parked-car ventilation can be switched on and off directly or by using two preset activation times.
Page 203 Climate control CONTROLS Preselecting the activation time Via iDrive: "My Vehicle" "Vehicle settings" If necessary, "Climate functions" "Comfort ventilation" Select the desired activation time. Set the desired time. Activating the activation time Via iDrive: "My Vehicle" "Vehicle settings" If necessary, "Climate functions" "For start time at:"...
Page 204: 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 that are not necessarily such as the garage door, may result in pinched available in your vehicle, e.
Page 205 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 206 Interior equipment CONTROLS Synchronizing the universal remote control with ▷ The LED flashes fast: the hand-held the system: transmitter was detected but program‐ ming is not complete. Park the vehicle within range of the remote- Press the button on the interior mirror for controlled system.
Page 207 Interior equipment CONTROLS Operating concept Press and hold the two outer buttons on the in‐ terior mirror simultaneously for approximately Various functions can be called up by pressing 10 seconds until the LED on the interior mirror the control button with a pointed object, such as flashes green rapidly.
Page 208 Interior equipment CONTROLS World map with magnetic zones Procedure Procedure Press and hold the control button for approx. Make sure that there are no large metallic ob‐ 3 to 4 seconds. The number of the set com‐ jects or overhead power lines near the vehicle pass zone appears in the mirror.
Page 209 Interior equipment CONTROLS Emptying Settings are stored automatically after approxi‐ mately 10 seconds. Take out the insert. Cigarette lighter Sun visor WARNING Glare shield Contact with the hot heating element or the hot Fold the sun visor down or up. socket of the cigarette lighter can cause burns.
Page 210 Interior equipment CONTROLS Sockets Front center console General information The lighter socket can be used as a socket for electrical equipment while the engine is running or when the ignition is switched on. The total load of all sockets must not exceed 140 watts at 12 volts.
Page 211 Interior equipment CONTROLS In the cargo area ▷ With Wireless Charging: for charging mobile devices and for data transfer. ▷ Without Wireless Charging: for charging of mobile devices. ▷ Charge current: max. 3 A. In the front center console The socket is located on the right side in the cargo area.
Page 212 Interior equipment CONTROLS Cargo area Connecting an external device Follow the following when connecting: Cargo cover ▷ Do not use force when plugging the connec‐ tor into the USB interface. Safety information ▷ Use a flexible adapter cable. ▷ Protect the USB storage device against me‐ chanical damage.
Page 213 Interior equipment CONTROLS Safety information Front cover WARNING Danger of jamming with folding down the back‐ rests. There is a risk of injury or risk of damage to property. Make sure that the area of move‐ ment of the rear backrest and the of the head restraint is clear prior to folding down.
Page 214 Interior equipment CONTROLS backrest tilt for all affected backrests and cor‐ Right switch: the right rear seat backrest folds rectly adjust the seats. Make sure that seats forward. and backrests are securely engaged or locked. If possible, adjust the height of the head re‐ Cargo position straints or remove them.
Page 215 Interior equipment CONTROLS With a cargo position: cles until they reach the stop, arrow 1, and push them forward. Pull the strap. Hook the lower three hooks of the cargo area Fold the rear seat backrest rearward. The rear partition net into the three eyes of the folded seat backrest first engages in the loading po‐...
Page 216 Interior equipment CONTROLS cles until they reach the stop, arrow 1, and push them forward. Use the two lower hooks to hook the cargo area partition net into the upper eyes in the cargo area, arrow 2. Ski and snowboard bag The ski and snowboard bag is contained in a protective jacket in the cargo area.
Page 217: Storage Compartments
Storage compartments CONTROLS Storage compartments Vehicle features and ▷ Storage compartment up front in the center console, refer to page 217. options ▷ Glove compartment on the front passenger side, refer to page 218. This chapter describes all standard, country-spe‐ ▷...
Page 218 Storage compartments CONTROLS Glove compartment vers. There is a risk of injury. Always close the glove compartment immediately after using it. Front passenger side Opening Safety information WARNING Folded open, the glove compartment protrudes in the car's interior. Objects in the glove com‐ partment can be thrown into the car's interior while driving, for instance in the event of an ac‐...
Page 219 Storage compartments CONTROLS Center armrest Cup holders Front Safety information A storage compartment is located in the center armrest between the front seats. WARNING Unsuitable containers in the cup holder may Opening damage the cup holders or thrown into the car's interior, such as in the event of an acci‐...
Page 220 Storage compartments CONTROLS WARNING Improper use of the clothes hooks can lead to a risk of objects flying about during braking and evasive maneuvers. There is a risk of injury and risk of damage to property. Only hang light‐ weight objects, for instance clothing articles, from the clothes hooks.
Page 221 Storage compartments CONTROLS A multi-function hook is located on each side of the cargo area. Lashing eyes in the cargo area To secure the cargo, refer to page 229, there are lashing eyes in the cargo area. Storage space under cargo floor panel The cargo floor panel can be folded.
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Page 223: Driving Tips
DRIVING TIPS Things to remember when driving ............224 Loading ..................... 228 Saving fuel ....................231 Online Edition for Part no. 01402896498 - X/18...
Page 224: Things To Remember When Driving
Things to remember when driving DRIVING TIPS Things to remember when driving Vehicle features and Engine, transmission, and axle drive options Up to 1,200 miles/2,000 km This chapter describes all standard, country-spe‐ Do not exceed the maximum engine and road cific and optional features offered with the series.
Page 225 Things to remember when driving DRIVING TIPS Driving on poor roads After a trip on poor roads After a trip on poor roads, check wheels and tires for damage to maintain driving safety. Clear Concept heavy soiling from the body. Because of its greater ground clearance, the ve‐...
Page 226 Things to remember when driving DRIVING TIPS Safety information during parking. Do not touch the hot exhaust gas system. NOTICE Mobile communication devices When driving too quickly through too deep wa‐ ter, water can enter into the engine compart‐ in the vehicle ment, the electrical system or the transmission.
Page 227 Things to remember when driving DRIVING TIPS Driving in wet conditions Brake disc corrosion When roads are wet, salted, or in heavy rain, gen‐ Corrosion on the brake discs and contamination tly press the brake pedal every few miles. on the brake pads are increased by the following circumstances: Ensure that this action does not endanger other traffic.
Page 228: Loading
Loading DRIVING TIPS Loading Vehicle features and WARNING options Unexpected movements of the rear seat back‐ rest while driving may occur due to uninten‐ This chapter describes all standard, country-spe‐ tional unlocking of the rear seat backrests by cific and optional features offered with the series. the straps.
Page 229 Loading DRIVING TIPS For example, if the “XXX” amount equals ▷ The cargo area can be expanded to transport 1,400 lbs and there will be five 150 lbs pas‐ large or bulky cargo, refer to page 212. sengers in your vehicle, the amount of availa‐ ▷...
Page 230 Loading DRIVING TIPS Safety information WARNING When driving with a roof load, for instance with roof-mounted luggage rack, the vehicle's cen‐ ter of gravity is higher, which increases the risk of the vehicle tipping in critical driving situa‐ tions. There is a risk of accidents or risk of damage to property.
Page 231: Saving Fuel
Saving fuel DRIVING TIPS Saving fuel Vehicle features and Close the windows and options glass sunroof This chapter describes all standard, country-spe‐ Driving with the glass sunroof and windows open cific and optional features offered with the series. results in increased air resistance and thereby re‐ It also describes features that are not necessarily duces the range.
Page 232 The flow of fuel is interrupted while coasting. Have the vehicle maintained regularly to achieve Switch off the engine optimal vehicle efficiency and service life. BMW recommends that maintenance work be per‐ during longer stops formed by a BMW dealer’s service center.
Page 233 Saving fuel DRIVING TIPS Activating/deactivating the ▷ ECO PRO bonus range, refer to page 234. functions ▷ Activate/deactivate the display, refer to page 234. The following functions can be activated/deacti‐ vated: ▷ ECO PRO climate control, refer to page 233. ▷...
Page 234 Saving fuel DRIVING TIPS Display in the instrument cluster "Instrument panel" "ECO PRO info" ECO PRO bonus range ECO PRO tip, symbols A modified driving style helps you An additional symbol and text instructions are extend your driving range. displayed. The range extension can be dis‐...
Page 235 Saving fuel DRIVING TIPS General information Via iDrive: Coasting is a component of the ECO PRO driv‐ "My Vehicle" ing mode. "Technology in action" Coasting is automatically activated when ECO "EfficientDynamics" PRO mode is called via the Driving Dynamics Select the symbol. Control.
Page 236 Saving fuel DRIVING TIPS Driving style analysis To deactivate, actuate the left shift paddle. Display Concept The function helps develop an especially effi‐ Display in the instrument cluster cient driving style and to conserve fuel. The mark in the efficiency display is backlit in For this purpose, the driving style is analyzed.
Page 237 Saving fuel DRIVING TIPS The road symbolizes the efficiency of the driving style. The more efficient your driving style, the smoother the depicted route becomes, arrow 1. The table of values contains stars. The more effi‐ cient the driving style, the more stars are in‐ cluded in the table and the faster the bonus range increases, arrow 2.
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Page 239 MOBILITY Refueling ....................240 Fuel ......................242 Wheels and tires ..................244 Engine compartment ................262 Engine oil ....................265 Coolant ...................... 269 Maintenance ..................... 271 Replacing components ................273 Breakdown assistance ................283 Care ......................290 Online Edition for Part no. 01402896498 - X/18...
Page 240: Mobility
Refueling MOBILITY Refueling Vehicle features and Fuel cap options Opening This chapter describes all standard, country-spe‐ Briefly press the rear edge of the fuel filler cific and optional features offered with the series. flap. It also describes features that are not necessarily available in your vehicle, e.
Page 241 Refueling MOBILITY Closing Safety information WARNING NOTICE The retaining strap of the fuel cap can be jam‐ Fuels are toxic and aggressive. Overfilling of the med and crushed during closing. The cap can‐ fuel tank can damage the fuel system. Painted not be correctly closed.
Page 242: Fuel
Fuel MOBILITY Fuel Vehicle features and Safety information options NOTICE This chapter describes all standard, country-spe‐ Even small quantities of the wrong fuel or cific and optional features offered with the series. wrong fuel additives can damage the fuel sys‐ It also describes features that are not necessarily tem and engine.
Page 243 Failure to comply with these recommendations may result in the need for unscheduled mainte‐ nance. Recommended fuel grade BMW recommends AKI 91. Minimum fuel grade BMW recommends AKI 89. If you use gasoline with this minimum AKI Rating, the engine may produce knocking sounds when starting at high external temperatures.
Page 244: Wheels And Tires
Wheels and tires MOBILITY Wheels and tires Vehicle features and Tire inflation pressure specifications options In the tire inflation pressure table This chapter describes all standard, country-spe‐ The tire inflation pressure table, refer to cific and optional features offered with the series. page 245, contains all tire inflation pressure It also describes features that are not necessarily specifications for the specified tire sizes at the...
Page 245 Also check the tire inflation pressure of the emergency wheel in the cargo area regularly, and to 100 mph/160 km/h correct it as needed. X1 sDrive28i, X1 xDrive28i Determine, refer to page 244, the intended tire inflation pressure levels for the mounted Tire size Pressure specifications in tires.
Page 246 Wheels and tires MOBILITY Tire inflation pressure values Tire size Pressure specifications in over 100 mph/160 km/h bar/PSI Specifications X1 sDrive28i, X1 xDrive28i in bar/PSI with Without high-speed tuning feature cold tires Tire size Pressure specifications in bar/PSI 225/50 R 18 2.8 / 41...
Page 247 Wheels and tires MOBILITY Divide the tire load by 1.1. It must be greater E.g.: Treadwear 200; Traction AA; Temperature than one-half of the vehicle’s Gross Axle Weight Rating – GAWR. Note, front vs. rear GAWR and DOT Quality Grades tire loads, respectively.
Page 248 Wheels and tires MOBILITY Minimum tread depth high temperature can cause the material of the tire to degenerate and reduce tire life, and exces‐ sive temperature can lead to sudden tire failure. The grade C corresponds to a level of perform‐ ance which all passenger vehicle tires must meet under the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No.
Page 249 Wheels and tires MOBILITY ▷ Tire inflation pressure too low. about the correct wheel/tire combination and wheel rim versions for the vehicle. ▷ Vehicle overloading. ▷ Incorrect tire storage. Safety information Safety information WARNING Wheels and tires which are not suitable for your WARNING vehicle can damage parts of the vehicle, for in‐...
Page 250 Wheels and tires MOBILITY Recommended tire brands Maximum speed of winter tires If the maximum speed of the vehicle is higher than the permissible speed for the winter tires, then attach a label showing the permissible maxi‐ mum speed in the field of view. The label is avail‐ able from a dealer’s service center or another qualified service center or repair shop.
Page 251 Wheels and tires MOBILITY Run-flat tires Repairing a flat tire Concept Safety measures Run-flat tires permit continued driving under re‐ ▷ Park the vehicle as far away as possible from stricted conditions even in the event of a com‐ passing traffic and on solid ground. plete loss of tire inflation pressure.
Page 252 Wheels and tires MOBILITY ▷ Pull the speed limit sticker off the sealant 4 Reduce tire inflation pressure button container and apply it to the steering wheel. 5 On/off switch ▷ The use of a sealant can damage the TPM 6 Compressor wheel electronics.
Page 253 Wheels and tires MOBILITY Pull filling hose completely out of the cover of With the compressor switched off, insert the the sealant container. Do not kink the hose. plug into the power socket inside the vehicle. Slide the sealant container into the holder on With the ignition switched on or the engine the compressor housing, ensuring that it en‐...
Page 254 Wheels and tires MOBILITY Removing and stowing the sealant center or another qualified service center or repair shop. container If a tire inflation pressure of at least 2 bar is Unscrew the filling hose of the sealant con‐ reached, see Minimum tire inflation pressure tainer from the tire valve.
Page 255 Wheels and tires MOBILITY Snow chains Insert the connector into the power socket in‐ side the vehicle. Safety information WARNING With the mounting of snow chains on unsuita‐ ble tires, the snow chains can come into con‐ tact with vehicle parts. There is a risk of acci‐ dents or risk of damage to property.
Page 256 Wheels and tires MOBILITY Do not reset the Tire Pressure Monitor TPM af‐ a risk of injuries or danger to life. Do not place ter mounting snow chains, as doing so may re‐ supports under the vehicle jack. sult in incorrect readings. When driving with snow chains, briefly activate Dynamic Traction Control DTC, if needed.
Page 257 Wheels and tires MOBILITY On a slight downhill gradient WARNING A vehicle that is raised on a vehicle jack may fall off of the jack if lateral forces are exerted on it. There is a risk of injury and risk of damage to property.
Page 258 Wheels and tires MOBILITY Jacking points for the vehicle Remove the adapter after unscrewing the lug bolt. jack Screwing on Attach the adapter to the lug bolt. If neces‐ sary, turn the adapter until it fits on the lug bolt. Screw on the lug bolt.
Page 259 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 260 Wheels and tires MOBILITY Mounting a wheel tive tire. The emergency wheel is only intended for temporary use until the defective tire/wheel Mount one emergency wheel only, as required. has been replaced. Unscrew the lug bolts. General information Remove the wheel. Mount one emergency wheel only.
Page 261 Wheels and tires MOBILITY Where applicable, remove the holder and the trailer hitch. Remove the jacking point and the tool holder on the left next to the emergency wheel. Slide the emergency wheel to the left and re‐ move it. Inserting the emergency wheel Insert the emergency wheel on the left and slide it to the right.
Page 262: Engine Compartment
Engine compartment MOBILITY Engine compartment Vehicle features and It also describes features that are not necessarily available in your vehicle, e. g., due to the selected options options or country versions. This also applies to safety-related functions and systems. When us‐ This chapter describes all standard, country-spe‐...
Page 263 Engine compartment MOBILITY Hood WARNING Body parts can be jammed when opening and Safety information closing the hood. There is a risk of injury. Make sure that the area of movement of the hood is clear during opening and closing. WARNING Improperly executed work in the engine com‐...
Page 264 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. 01402896498 - X/18...
Page 265: Engine Oil
Engine oil MOBILITY Engine oil Vehicle features and NOTICE options Too much engine oil can damage the engine or the catalytic converter. There is a risk of dam‐ This chapter describes all standard, country-spe‐ age to property. Do not add too much engine cific and optional features offered with the series.
Page 266 Engine oil MOBILITY Displaying the engine oil level "Measure engine oil level" "Start measurement" Via iDrive: The engine oil level is checked and displayed via "My Vehicle" a scale. "Vehicle status" "Engine oil level" Adding engine oil The engine oil level is displayed. System limits General information When making frequent short-distance trips or...
Page 267 Suitable engine oil types Open the lid counterclockwise. Add engine oils that meet the following oil rating standards: Gasoline engine BMW Longlife-01 FE. BMW Longlife-14 FE+. BMW Longlife-17 FE+. Alternative engine oil types Add engine oil. If an engine oil suitable for continuous use is not Close the cap.
Page 268 Engine oil MOBILITY Viscosity grades Viscosity grades SAE 0W-20. SAE 0W-30. More information about suitable oil ratings and viscosity grades of engine oils can be requested from a dealer’s service center or another quali‐ fied service center or repair shop. Engine oil change NOTICE Engine oil that is not changed in timely fashion...
Page 269: Coolant
Coolant MOBILITY Coolant Vehicle features and Coolant level options Checking This chapter describes all standard, country-spe‐ There are yellow Min and Max marks in the cool‐ cific and optional features offered with the series. ant reservoir. It also describes features that are not necessarily Let the engine cool.
Page 270 Coolant MOBILITY Turn the lid of the coolant reservoir slightly counterclockwise to allow any excess pres‐ sure to dissipate, then open it. If the coolant is low, slowly add coolant up to the specified level; do not overfill. Close the cap. Have the cause of the coolant loss eliminated as soon as possible.
Page 271: Maintenance
Therefore, hand the service advisor the remote control with which the vehicle was driven most BMW maintenance system recently. The maintenance system indicates required Storage periods maintenance measures, and thereby provides Storage periods during which the vehicle battery support in maintaining road safety and the opera‐...
Page 272 Maintenance MOBILITY Position ice center or repair shop. Records of regular maintenance and repair work should be retained. Socket for OBD Onboard Diagnosis General information Devices connected to the OBD socket trigger the alarm system when the vehicle is locked. Re‐ There is an OBD socket on the driver's side for move any devices connected at the OBD socket checking the primary components in the vehi‐...
Page 273: Replacing Components
Replacing components MOBILITY Replacing components Vehicle features and NOTICE options Folded-away wipers can be jammed when the hood is opened. There is a risk of damage to This chapter describes all standard, country-spe‐ property. Make sure that the wipers with the cific and optional features offered with the series.
Page 274 Replacing components MOBILITY Replacing the rear wiper blade Safety information Lift the wiper up fully and pull off the wiper Lights and bulbs blade, arrow. WARNING Bulbs can get hot during operation. Contact with the bulbs can cause burns. There is a risk of injury.
Page 275 Replacing components MOBILITY If despite driving with the headlights switched on, Accessing the turn signals, low beams, increasing humidity forms, for instance water high beams/headlight flasher droplets in the light, have the headlights Follow the safety information, refer to page 274. checked.
Page 276 Replacing components MOBILITY wiper fluid with the screwdriver from the on‐ High beams/headlight flasher board vehicle tool kit. 55-watt bulb, H7. Turn the cover counterclockwise and re‐ move. Turn the cover counterclockwise and re‐ move. Pull the bulb holder directly to the rear, ar‐ row 1, and remove.
Page 277 Replacing components MOBILITY LED headlights wiper fluid with the screwdriver from the on‐ board vehicle tool kit. Overview Front lights Turn the bulb socket counterclockwise and remove. 1 Parking lights / daytime running lights 2 Side marker lights 3 Turn signal 4 Low beams, high beams/headlight flasher 5 Cornering light Front lights...
Page 278 Replacing components MOBILITY 35-watt bulb, H8. contact a dealer’s service center or another qualified service center or repair shop. Insert the screwdriver from the onboard vehi‐ cle tool kit, with the flat side on the clip, ar‐ Tail lights, bulb replacement row 1.
Page 279 Replacing components MOBILITY Bulb replacement, exterior tail lights Remove the bulb holder from the tail light, ar‐ row 2. General information Follow the safety information, refer to page 274. Turn signal: 21-watt bulb, P21WLL. Outer brake light: 21 watt bulb, P21WLL. Removing the exterior tail light Open the tailgate.
Page 280 Replacing components MOBILITY Lights in the tailgate Press the nonworking bulb gently into the socket, turn counterclockwise and remove. Vehicles with halogen headlights ▷ Upper bulb: reversing light Follow the safety information, refer to page 274. ▷ Lower bulb: inner brake light Reversing light: 21-watt bulb, P21WLL Only vehicles with halogen headlights: Inner brake light: 21-watt bulb, H21WLL...
Page 281 Replacing components MOBILITY messages displayed which relate to comfort fea‐ chargers for the vehicle battery to the starting tures will disappear. aid terminals in the engine compartment. Safety information Starting aid terminals In the vehicle, only charge the battery via the WARNING starting aid terminals, refer to page 286, in the Vehicle batteries that are not compatible can...
Page 282 Replacing components MOBILITY Accessing the fuses The fuses are located in the glove compartment. Open the glove compartment. Swing the cover down, arrow. Information on the fuse types and locations, as well as the positions of any other fuse boxes, is found on a separate sheet in the fuse box.
Page 283: Breakdown Assistance
The first-aid kit is located in the cargo area on the left in the storage compartment. BMW Roadside Assistance Concept Contact the BMW Group Roadside Assistance if assistance is needed in the event of a break‐ down. Online Edition for Part no. 01402896498 - X/18...
Page 284 A telephone number is displayed, if needed. Intelligent emergency call establishes a connec‐ Select to dial the telephone number on a tion with the BMW Response Center. connected mobile phone. For technical reasons, the Emergency Request cannot be guaranteed under unfavorable condi‐...
Page 285 12 volts. The voltage in‐ Even if you can no longer hear the BMW Re‐ formation can be found on the battery. sponse Center through the loudspeakers, the Switch off the engine of the assisting vehicle.
Page 286 To prevent personal injury or damage to both ve‐ hicles, adhere strictly to the following procedure. WARNING Due to system limits, individual functions can Open the cover of the BMW starting aid ter‐ malfunction during tow-starting/towing with the minal. Intelligent Safety systems activated. There is a Attach one terminal clamp of the positive risk of an accident.
Page 287 Breakdown assistance MOBILITY Steptronic transmission without ▷ Do not lift or secure the vehicle by its tow fitting, body parts, or suspension parts. xDrive: transporting the vehicle General information Steptronic transmission with The vehicle must not be towed if the front xDrive: transporting the vehicle wheels are touching the ground.
Page 288 Breakdown assistance MOBILITY Tow fitting If the electrical system has failed, clearly identify the vehicle being towed by placing a sign or a warning triangle in the rear window. General information Safety information WARNING If the approved gross vehicle weight of the tow‐ ing vehicle is lighter than the vehicle to be towed, the tow fitting can tear off or it will not be possible to control the vehicle's response.
Page 289 Breakdown assistance MOBILITY Screw thread for tow fitting Press on the mark on the edge of the cover to push it out. Tow-starting Steptronic transmission Do not tow-start the vehicle. Tow-starting the engine is not possible due to the Steptronic transmission. Have the reasons for the starting difficulties cor‐...
Page 290: Care
Care MOBILITY Care Vehicle features and Distances and temperature ▷ Maximum temperature: 140 ℉/60 ℃. options ▷ Minimum distance from sensors, cameras, seals: 12 inches/30 cm. This chapter describes all standard, country-spe‐ cific and optional features offered with the series. ▷...
Page 291 Vehicle care products qualified service center or repair shop only. General information BMW recommends using vehicle care and Matte finish cleaning products from BMW. Suitable care Only use cleaning and care products suitable for products are available from a dealer’s service...
Page 292 Care MOBILITY Leather care not use abrasive cleaning agents or steam jets above 140 ℉/60 ℃. Follow the manufacturer's Remove dust from the leather regularly, using a instructions. cloth or vacuum cleaner. Aggressive, acidic or alkaline cleaning agents can Otherwise, particles of dust and road grime chafe destroy the protective layer of adjacent compo‐...
Page 293 Care MOBILITY ▷ Imitation leather surfaces. Floor mats can be removed from the car's inte‐ rior for cleaning. ▷ Roofliner. If the floor carpets are very dirty, clean with a mi‐ ▷ Light lenses. crofiber cloth and water or a textile cleaner. To ▷...
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Page 296: Technical Data
The specified heights do not take into account attached parts, for instance a roof antenna, roof BMW X1 Width with mirrors in/mm 81.1/2,060 Width without mirrors in/mm 71.7/1,821...
Page 297 Technical data REFERENCE Weights X1 sDrive28i Approved gross vehicle weight lbs/kg 4,575/2,075 Load lbs/kg 899/408 Approved front axle load lbs/kg 2,403/1,090 Approved rear axle load lbs/kg 2,282/1,035 Approved roof load capacity lbs/kg 165/75 X1 xDrive28i Approved gross vehicle weight lbs/kg...
Page 298: Appendix
Appendix REFERENCE Appendix Any updates to the Owner's Manual of the vehi‐ cle are listed here. Online Edition for Part no. 01402896498 - X/18...
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Page 300: Everything From A To Z
Everything from A to Z REFERENCE Everything from A to Z Index Arrival time Ash tray Assistance when driving off A/C button, see Air conditioning AUTO intensity ABS, Antilock Brake System Automatic climate control ACC, Active Cruise Control Automatic cruise control with Stop&Go func‐ Acceleration Assistant, see Launch Control tion Accessories and parts...
Page 301 Cargo area, enlarging Blu-ray, see Owner's Handbook for Navigation, Cargo area, loading Entertainment, Communication Cargo area partition net BMW Assist, see Owner's Manual for Navigation, Cargo area, storage compartments Entertainment and Communication Cargo position, rear seat backrest BMW Homepage Cargo, stowing and securing...
Page 302 Everything from A to Z REFERENCE COMFORT program, driving dynamics Cruise control without distance control, see Compact wheel, see Emergency wheel Cruise control Compartments in the doors Cruising range Compass Cup holder Compatible devices, see Suitable devices Current consumption Compressor Computer, see Onboard Computer Concierge Service, see Owner's Handbook for Navigation, Entertainment, Communication...
Page 303 Everything from A to Z REFERENCE Driving Excitement, SPORT Engine compartment, working in Driving instructions, break-in Engine coolant Driving instructions, ECO PRO Engine idling when driving, coasting Driving mode Engine oil Driving notes, general Engine oil, adding Driving on bad roads Engine oil change Driving on racetracks Engine oil filler neck...
Page 304 Everything from A to Z REFERENCE for Navigation, Entertainment, Communica‐ Glare shield tion Glass sunroof, initialize the system Fine wood, care Glass sunroof, see Panoramic glass sunroof First-aid kit Glove compartment Flat tire, changing wheels GPS geolocation, vehicle position Flat tire message, FTM GPS, navigation, see Owner's Handbook for Flat tire message, TPM Navigation, Entertainment, Communication...
Page 305 Everything from A to Z REFERENCE Hotline, see Owner's Handbook for Navigation, Interior mirror, manually dimmable Entertainment, Communication Interior motion sensor HUD Head-up Display Internet connection Hydroplaning Internet hotspot Internet page Interval display, service requirements Interval mode 112, In the vicinity of the center console Ice warning, see External temperature warn‐...
Page 306 Maintenance Music hard disk, see Owner's Handbook for Nav‐ Maintenance requirements igation, Entertainment, Communication Maintenance, service requirements Maintenance system, BMW Make-up mirror Malfunction displays, see Check Control Manual air distribution 197, Navigation, see Owner's Manual for Navigation, Manual air flow 197,...
Page 307 Everything from A to Z REFERENCE Odometer Passenger's side mirror, tilting downward Office, see Owner's Manual for Navigation, En‐ Pathway lines, rearview camera tertainment and Communication PDC Park Distance Control Performance Control Oil, adding Personal profile, see Driver profiles Oil change Person warning with City light braking func‐...
Page 308 Everything from A to Z REFERENCE Remote control for audio, see Owner's Hand‐ Saving fuel book for Navigation, Entertainment, Communi‐ Screen, see Control Display cation Screwdriver, see Onboard vehicle tool kit Remote control, loss Sealant Remote control, malfunction Seat heating, front Remote control, opening/closing Seating position for children Remote control, universal...
Page 309 Everything from A to Z REFERENCE Spare tire, see Emergency wheel Speed, average Speed Limit Info Tachometer Speed limits, display Tailgate, automatic Speed warning Tailgate, closing with no-touch activation Split screen Tailgate opening Sport displays Tailgate, opening with no-touch activation SPORT program, driving dynamics Tailgate via remote control Stability control systems...
Page 310 Everything from A to Z REFERENCE Towing Tow-starting TPM Tire Pressure Monitor Vanity mirror Traction control Vehicle battery TRACTION, driving dynamics Vehicle battery, replacing Traffic bulletins, see Owner's Handbook for Navi‐ Vehicle, break-in gation, Entertainment, Communication Vehicle care Transmission lock, electronic unlocking Vehicle care products Transmission lock, releasing manually Vehicle features and options...
Page 311 Everything from A to Z REFERENCE Wheels, Tire Pressure Monitor TPM WiFi connection Window defroster, rear Windows, powered Windshield washer fluid Windshield washer nozzles 114, Windshield washer system 112, Windshield washer system, see Washer/wiper system 112, Windshield wiper, see Wiper system 112, Winter storage, care Winter tires, suitable tires Winter tires, tread...
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Page 313 California Proposition 65 Warning For vehicles sold in California: Online Edition for Part no. 01402896498 - X/18...
Page 314 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. *BL2896498002* 01402896498 ue Online Edition for Part no. 01402896498 - X/18...

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