Page 1 Content OWNER'S MANUAL. BMW Z4 ROADSTER. Online Edition for Part no. 01405A88B63 - VI/23 OwnersManuals2.com...
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Page 3 The more familiar you are with the vehicle, the better control you will have on the road. We therefore strongly suggest the following: Read this Owner's Manual before starting off in your new BMW. Also use the Integrated Owner's Manual in the vehicle. It contains important notes on vehicle operation that will help you make full use of the technical features available in your BMW.
Page 4: Table Of Contents
On the road ......................CONTROLS Dashboard ......................Sensors of the vehicle ..................Operating condition of the vehicle ..............iDrive ........................BMW Remote Software Upgrade ..............General settings ....................Personal settings ....................Connections ......................Opening and closing ..................Seats, mirrors and steering wheel ..............
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Page 6: Notes Information
NOTES Information Information Using this Owner's Manual Media at a glance Orientation General information The fastest way to find information on a partic- The contents of the Owner's Manual are avail- ular topic is by using the index. able in various media formats. The following Owner's Manual media formats are available: For an overview of the vehicle, we recommend reading the Quick Reference Guide in the Own-...
Page 7 Integrated BMW Driver’s Guide Web Owner's Manual will be displayed. The BMW Driver’s Guide Web shows the most suitable information for the selected vehicle. Opening via iDrive If possible, only equipment and functions that...
Page 8 NOTES Information Bulletpoint lists ity and safety standards. In rare cases, there- fore, the features described in this Owner's Items or actions without strict order or alterna- Manual may deviate from those in the vehicle. tive options are shown as a bulletpoint list. ▷...
Page 9 Operating, servicing and maintaining a pas- BMW parts and accessories have been tested senger vehicle or off-highway motor vehicle by BMW for their safety and suitability in BMW can expose you to chemicals including en- vehicles. gine exhaust, carbon monoxide, phthalates,...
Page 10 NOTES Information or other reproductive harm. To minimize ex- ▷ BMW maintenance system. posure, avoid breathing exhaust, do not idle Maintenance, refer to page 307. the engine except as necessary, service the ▷ Maintenance Booklet, available online and vehicle in a well-ventilated area and wear...
Page 11 Information NOTES vehicle to the driver or vehicle owner such as In some circumstances the vehicle may store via the ConnectedDrive account that is used. some data for an additional but limited period of time. Operating data in the vehicle When servicing, for instance during repairs, service processes, warranty cases, and quality Control units process data to operate the vehi-...
Page 12 NOTES Information Services ▷ Multimedia data such as music, films or photos for playback in an integrated multi- media system. General information ▷ Address book data for use in conjunction If the vehicle has a wireless network connec- with an integrated hands-free system or an tion, it will enable data to be exchanged be- integrated navigation system.
Page 13 Information NOTES Vehicle identification the scope of such data, and its purpose, can be obtained from the relevant service provider. number Event Data Recorder (EDR) General information Depending on the national-market equipment, This vehicle is equipped with an event data the vehicle identification number is located in recorder (EDR).
Page 14 National Highway Traffic Safety Adminis- tration (NHTSA), in addition to notifying BMW of North America, LLC, P.O. Box 1227, West- wood, New Jersey 07675-1227, Telephone 1-800-831-1117.
Page 15 Information NOTES Online Edition for Part no. 01405A88B63 - VI/23 OwnersManuals2.com...
Page 16: Quick Reference
QUICK REFERENCE Getting in Getting in Opening and closing Buttons for the central locking system Buttons on the vehicle key Overview Unlocking Buttons for the central locking system. 2 Locking 3 Unlocking the trunk lid Locking 4 Panic mode, pathway lighting Press the button with the front doors closed.
Page 17 Getting in QUICK REFERENCE Comfort Access Trunk lid Principle Opening The vehicle can be accessed without operating the vehicle key. Carrying the vehicle key with you, e.g., in your pants pocket, is sufficient. The vehicle automatically detects the vehicle key when it is in close proximity or in the inte- rior.
Page 18 QUICK REFERENCE Getting in Indicator/warning lights The indicator/warning lights can illuminate in a variety of combinations and colors. Several of the lights are checked for proper functioning and illuminate temporarily when drive-ready state is turned on. Driver's door Convertible top switch Opening Push the switch and hold it.
Page 19 Getting in QUICK REFERENCE Button Function Call up the previous display. Call up the Options menu. Voice control Gearshift lever Activating the voice control system 2 Convertible top Press the button on the steering 3 Controller wheel. 4 Parking brake Say the command.
Page 20: Set-Up And Use
QUICK REFERENCE Set-up and use Set-up and use Seats, mirrors and steering Adjusting the steering wheel wheel Manual steering wheel adjustment Electrically adjustable seats Fold the lever down. Move the steering wheel to the preferred Forward/backward, height, seat tilt height and angle to suit your seat position. 2 Backrest tilt Fold the lever back up.
Page 21 Set-up and use QUICK REFERENCE Infotainment The search term may be completed auto- matically in orange lettering. Tilt the Controller up to accept the sug- Radio gested search term. Select the icon, if needed. Buttons and functions A list of the results is displayed. Depending on the country and equipment ver- If necessary, "Filter"...
Page 22 QUICK REFERENCE Set-up and use "Accept" ▷ If necessary, the setting for mobile data must be activated on the iPhone. ▷ ▷ Wi-Fi and Bluetooth are enabled in the ve- hicle. Press the corresponding button on the steering wheel. Pairing the iPhone with CarPlay ▷...
Page 23: On The Road
On the road QUICK REFERENCE On the road Driving Manual transmission: ▷ By pressing the clutch pedal. Steptronic transmission: Drive-ready state ▷ By releasing the brake pedal. Turning on the drive-ready state ▷ When Automatic Hold is activated: step on the accelerator pedal.
Page 24 QUICK REFERENCE On the road Engaging selector lever position P To overcome the resistance push the gearshift lever dynamically to the left and engage re- Engage selector lever position P only when the verse gear with a forward shifting movement. vehicle is stationary.
Page 25 On the road QUICK REFERENCE Window wiper system High beams, headlight flasher Turning on window wiper system Press the lever forward or pull it backward. ▷ High beams on, arrow 1. Press the lever up until the desired position is The high beams illuminate when the low reached.
Page 26 QUICK REFERENCE On the road Climate control Activating/deactivating rain sensor Automatic climate control Button Function Defrost function. Rear window defroster. Activate: press the lever up once from its 0 AUTO program. position, arrow 1. Deactivate: press the lever back into the 0 po- Temperature.
Page 27 On the road QUICK REFERENCE Gasoline Button Function For the best fuel efficiency, the gasoline should AUTO program. be sulfur-free or very low in sulfur content. Fuels that are marked on the gas pump as Air flow, manual. containing metal must not be used. Switching off.
Page 28 Different messages appear on the control dis- play depending on the engine oil level. Pay at- tention to these messages. BMW Assistance Contact BMW Assistance for information and Adding engine oil support for all aspects of the vehicle. "APPS" General information "Installed apps"...
Page 29 On the road QUICK REFERENCE Online Edition for Part no. 01405A88B63 - VI/23 OwnersManuals2.com...
Page 30: Dashboard
CONTROLS Dashboard Dashboard Vehicle features and options vehicle, e.g., due to the selected options or country versions. This also applies to safety functions and systems. When using these This chapter describes all standard, country- functions and systems, the applicable laws specific, and optional equipment offered with and regulations must be observed.
Page 31 Dashboard CONTROLS Light switch Manual Speed Limiter Lights off Depending on the equipment: Daytime driving lights Cruise Control on/off Parking lights Automatic headlight control Active Cruise Control on/off Adaptive lighting functions Automatic High Beam Assistant Cruise Control: store the speed Speed Limit Assistant: accept Low beams suggested speed...
Page 32 CONTROLS Dashboard Wipers Steering wheel heating Rain sensor 15 Adjusting the steering wheel 16 Fold-out compartment Cleaning the windshield and Unlocking the hood headlights Horn, entire surface In the vicinity of the center console Control display 5 Automatic climate control Hazard warning system 6 Radio/multimedia, see Owner's Manual for Navigation, Entertainment, and Communi-...
Page 33 Dashboard CONTROLS Parking brake ECO PRO drive mode Automatic Hold ADAPTIVE drive mode Driving Experience Control Turning the drive-ready state on/off SPORT drive mode COMFORT drive mode Auto Start/Stop function Parking assistance systems Dynamic Stability Control 13 Steptronic transmission selector lever In the vicinity of the headliner Emergency Call, SOS Indicator light, front passenger...
Page 34 CONTROLS Dashboard Reading lights Interior lights Online Edition for Part no. 01405A88B63 - VI/23 OwnersManuals2.com...
Page 35: Sensors Of The Vehicle
Sensors of the vehicle CONTROLS Sensors of the vehicle Vehicle features and options Cameras This chapter describes all standard, country- Cameras behind the windshield specific, and optional equipment offered with the series. It also describes features and func- tions that are not necessarily available in the vehicle, e.g., due to the selected options or country versions.
Page 36 CONTROLS Sensors of the vehicle Radar sensors, side, rear ▷ If the camera lens is dirty or damaged. ▷ When driving toward bright lights or strong reflections, e.g., because of a setting sun. ▷ When it is dark outside. ▷ Camera behind the windshield: if the cam- era has overheated and been temporarily switched off due to excessively high tem-...
Page 37 Sensors of the vehicle CONTROLS Ultrasonic sensors hicles, loud machines or other ultrasonic sources. ▷ Under certain weather conditions, e.g., high Ultrasound sensors in the front/rear moisture, wet conditions, snowfall, cold, ex- bumpers treme heat, or strong wind. The ultrasonic sensors for Park ▷...
Page 38: Operating Condition Of The Vehicle
CONTROLS Operating condition of the vehicle Operating condition of the vehicle Vehicle features and options In order to ensure that the vehicle is secured against rolling away, follow the following: ▷ Set the parking brake. This chapter describes all standard, country- specific, and optional equipment offered with ▷...
Page 39 Operating condition of the vehicle CONTROLS Via button on the radio In some situations, the idle state is not set au- tomatically, for instance during a phone call or Press the button on the radio. when the low beams are switched on. The control display and the in- strument cluster illuminate.
Page 40 CONTROLS Operating condition of the vehicle Manual transmission danger to life. Keep the exhaust pipe free and ensure sufficient ventilation. Depress the brake pedal. Press on the clutch pedal and shift to Neu- tral. Warning Press the Start/Stop button. An unsecured vehicle can begin to move and The ignition is activated automatically for a possibly roll away.
Page 41 Operating condition of the vehicle CONTROLS Turning off drive-ready state Manual transmission With the vehicle at a standstill, press the Start/Stop button. The engine is switched off. The vehicle switches into standby state. Shift into first gear or reverse. Set the parking brake. Steptronic transmission Engage selector lever position P with the vehicle stopped.
Page 42: Idrive
All functions of the entertainment system, e.g., radio stations or connection with external ▷ Via the touchpad. devices. ▷ Via the BMW Intelligent Personal Assistant. Communication Safety information Phone and message functions, e-mail and calendar, and also the connection and Warning management of mobile devices such as smart- phones.
Page 43 Management of apps, access to apps and entered in all languages that are available vehicle functions. Additional apps and vehicle in iDrive. functions can be purchased from the BMW Store. Activating/deactivating the functions Several menu items are preceded by a check- Widgets box.
Page 44 CONTROLS iDrive Programmable memory buttons Icon Meaning SMS text message received. General information Message received. The iDrive functions can be stored on the pro- grammable memory buttons and called up di- Reminder. rectly, for instance radio stations, navigation Sending not possible. destinations, phone numbers and menu en- tries.
Page 45 iDrive CONTROLS The assignment of the buttons is displayed in cure loose objects or devices that are con- the upper area of the control display. nected to the vehicle via a cable. Deleting all button assignments All button assignments can be deleted. Warning Objects in the area in the front of the control Press and hold buttons 1 and 8 at the same...
Page 46 CONTROLS iDrive Controller Buttons on the Controller General information Button Function The buttons can be used to open the menus Call up the main menu. directly. The Controller can be used to select menu items and enter the settings. Go to Apps menu. Operation Call up the Media/Radio menu.
Page 47 iDrive CONTROLS Selecting a menu Adjusting contents Depending on vehicle equipment, the contents Selecting menu items of the menus "MEDIA" and "COM" can be ad- justed, for instance to remove the entries of Turn the Controller until the desired menu unused functions from the menu item is highlighted.
Page 48 CONTROLS iDrive Entering letters and numbers Deleting ▷ Enter characters as they are displayed on Icon Function the control display. Press the Controller: delete letters or ▷ Always enter associated characters such as number. accents or periods so that the letter can be clearly recognized.
Page 49 iDrive CONTROLS Using alphabetical lists ▷ Tap icon and select desired widget: add new widget. Alphabetical lists with more than 30 entries The requested widget will be inserted permit a direct jump to letters for which an en- in the relevant position. A maximum of try exists.
Page 50 Depending on vehicle equipment, either tap Principle icon on the control display, or a keyboard is displayed on the control display The BMW Intelligent Personal Assistant is a when approached. personal assistant that enables natural voice operation of various vehicle functions. The Enter desired letters and numbers.
Page 51 In addition to a preset activation word ›Hello The microphone on the driver's side is ac- BMW‹, a personal activation word can be set tive. up in the active driver profile. The personal ac- tivation word can also be changed or deleted.
Page 52 CONTROLS iDrive the activation word from connected third-party Communication providers can be used. For example, when a mobile phone is con- nected, calls can be started or SMS can be "CAR" sent. "Settings" ▷ ›Call John Doe on cell phone.‹ "General settings"...
Page 53 iDrive CONTROLS Menu items canceled, for instance due to background noise or conversations in the vehicle. The commands of the menu items are spoken just as they are selected via the Controller. "CAR" Activate the voice control system. "Settings" ›MEDIA‹ "General settings"...
Page 54 By selecting a program, the interior lighting, Amazon Alexa Car Integration is activated in climate control and music selection will be ad- the My BMW app and in the vehicle. justed. A program takes 3 minutes. Follow the instructions from the Amazon Alexa app to set it up in the vehicle.
Page 55 iDrive CONTROLS System limits ▷ The Personal Assistant provides informa- tion about vehicle functions that may not be installed in the vehicle. This also applies to safety functions and systems. ▷ Certain noises can be detected and may lead to problems. Keep the doors, windows and convertible top closed.
Page 56: Bmw Remote Software Upgrade
Functional requirement General information Standby must be turned on to search for a software upgrade. BMW recommends performing the Remote Software Upgrade as soon as it becomes Automatic search available. The vehicle regularly searches for updates in Safety information the background.
Page 57 Installing the upgrade download of the data, for instance in areas with limited mobile network availability. General information Download the upgrade in the BMW app to ▷ The installation of the upgrade may result the smartphone. in a deletion of software changes, e.g., increases in performance that have been Follow the instructions in the BMW app.
Page 58 Remove the devices connected to the diag- the vehicle battery with an extended drive. nostic socket. Malfunction In the event of a malfunction, follow the in- structions on the control display or in the BMW app. Online Edition for Part no. 01405A88B63 - VI/23 OwnersManuals2.com...
Page 59 BMW Remote Software Upgrade CONTROLS If the malfunction cannot be corrected, contact an authorized service center or another quali- fied service center or repair shop. Validity of the Owner's Manual Production of the vehicle At the time of production at the plant, the printed Owner's Manual is the most current resource.
Page 60: General Settings
CONTROLS General settings General settings Vehicle features and options Setting the time format "CAR" This chapter describes all standard, country- "Settings" specific, and optional equipment offered with "General settings" the series. It also describes features and func- "Date and time" tions that are not necessarily available in the vehicle, e.g., due to the selected options or "Time format:"...
Page 61 General settings CONTROLS Setting the date format Resetting trip data "CAR" "CAR" "Settings" "Settings" "General settings" "General settings" "Date and time" "Reset trip data" "Date format:" Select the desired setting. Select the desired setting. Speed warning Language Principle Setting the system language The speed warning can be used to set a speed limit.
Page 62 Communication messages, for example e- "Control display" mails, SMS text messages or reminders. "Brightness at night" ▷ Messages, for instance from the BMW app. Press the Controller. ▷ Messages from the manufacturer of the ve- Turn the Controller until the desired bright- hicle, for instance technical information or important customer information.
Page 63 Tilt the Controller to the right. "Settings" Select the desired setting. Display, notifications General information The BMW Intelligent Personal Assistants al- lows the configuration of the range of mes- sages that will be displayed. Depending on the situation, the desired condition can be acti- vated.
Page 64: Personal Settings
Trip computer and on-board computer in- formation. Principle ▷ Navigation, for instance stored destina- The vehicle offers different services, whose tions. use requires a data transfer to BMW or a serv- ▷ Phone book. ice provider. ▷ Online data, for instance Favorites, cookies. ▷...
Page 65 If the set-up assistant was opened in the in the driver's profile can be synchronized with guest profile: create driver profile. the personal BMW ConnectedDrive account. ▷ Pairing mobile devices with the vehicle. It is thereby possible to use these settings in ▷...
Page 66 Scanning the displayed QR code will ac- ▷ No driver profile has been assigned to the cept the access data for the Connected- vehicle key that was used to unlock the ve- Drive account from the BMW app. hicle. ▷ "Log in" ▷...
Page 67 Personal settings CONTROLS The digital key that is recognized in the If no driver profile is assigned to this key, vehicle interior is assigned to the driver the guest profile is activated. profile. If multiple digital keys are de- Setting up a PIN tected, the unintended digital keys must be removed from the vehicle interior.
Page 68 Con- nectedDrive account. This enables the use of ConnectedDrive countries: these personal settings in other BMW vehicles The name of the driver profile is transferred with ConnectedDrive access, provided that this from the ConnectedDrive account. Changes for function is supported.
Page 69 ConnectedDrive countries: version, in other vehicles. The profile image is transferred from the Con- nectedDrive customer portal or the BMW app. Deleting the driver profile "CAR" "Driver profiles" Tilt the Controller to the right.
Page 70: Connections
CONTROLS Connections Connections Vehicle features and options vehicle, e.g., due to the selected options or country versions. This also applies to safety functions and systems. When using these This chapter describes all standard, country- functions and systems, the applicable laws specific, and optional equipment offered with and regulations must be observed.
Page 71 Information on compatible mobile devices is detected, the data is transmitted to the ve- available as follows: hicle and can be used via iDrive. ▷ On the BMW homepage. ▷ For some devices, certain settings are nec- essary, for instance authorization; see the ▷...
Page 72 Icon Meaning vices such as audio devices or mobile phones via Bluetooth®. Telephone. ▷ "Apps" Bluetooth audio. With the installed BMW app, apps from WLAN in the vehicle, Wi-Fi hotspot. the smartphone can be displayed in the vehicle. Apps. ▷ "Wi-Fi®"...
Page 73 Connections CONTROLS Bluetooth connection Frequently Asked Questions All prerequisites are met and all required steps were completed in the specified order. Despite Functional requirements that, the mobile device does not function as ▷ Compatible device with Bluetooth interface. expected. Compatible devices, refer to page 71. In this case, the following explanations can ▷...
Page 74 CONTROLS Connections WLAN connection ▷ Transmission of the telephone book entries is not yet complete. ▷ It is possible that only the telephone book General information entries of the mobile phone or the SIM card For certain applications such as apps, the data are transmitted.
Page 75 Connections CONTROLS Connecting a device to the Internet Deactivating Internet usage via the via the Wi-Fi hotspot Wi-Fi hotspot Using the Internet for the first time via the Wi- Internet usage may be deactivated if the data Fi hotspot requires registration and possibly a volume is used up, for instance.
Page 76 CONTROLS Connections Android Auto© On the mobile device, search for nearby Bluetooth devices and select the vehicle. A control number is displayed. Principle Compare the control number displayed on Android Auto allows select functions of a com- the control display with the control number patible smartphone to be operated via Goo- on the display of the mobile device, and gle Assistant voice control and via iDrive.
Page 77 Connections CONTROLS Compare the control number displayed on ▷ Mobile phones. the control display with the control number ▷ Audio devices such as MP3 players. on the display of the mobile device, and ▷ USB storage devices. confirm that the two match. Common file systems are supported.
Page 78 CONTROLS Connections ▷ USB hard drives. ▷ USB hubs. ▷ USB memory card readers with multiple slots. ▷ HFS-formatted USB devices. ▷ Devices such as fans or bulbs. Functional requirement Compatible device with USB port. Additional information: Compatible devices, refer to page 71. Connecting the device Connect the USB device using a suitable adapter cable to a USB port.
Page 79: Opening And Closing
Opening and closing CONTROLS Opening and closing Vehicle features and options burns or chemical burns. There is a risk of injury or danger to life. Keep the vehicle key and batteries out of reach of children. Imme- This chapter describes all standard, country- diately seek medical help if there is any sus- specific, and optional equipment offered with picion that a battery or button cell battery has...
Page 80 CONTROLS Opening and closing Unlocking the vehicle ▷ Opening and closing the doors or win- dows. Press the button on the vehicle key. ▷ Engaging selector lever position N. ▷ Using vehicle equipment. If only the driver's door and fuel filler flap have There is a risk of accidents or injuries.
Page 81 Opening and closing CONTROLS With Comfort Access: convenient With Comfort Access: closing In close range to the vehicle, the convertible top is also opened. Safety information Press and hold the button of the vehi- cle key until the convertible top is fully opened.
Page 82 CONTROLS Opening and closing Trunk lid Pathway lighting, refer to page 163. Replacing the battery General information To avoid locking the vehicle key in the vehicle, do not place the vehicle key in the cargo area. NOTICE Depending on the vehicle equipment and Improper batteries in a battery-operated de- country version, it is possible to specify vice can damage the device.
Page 83 Opening and closing CONTROLS Press the lid closed. ▷ Fault of radio transmission by a charging process of mobile devices, for instance Push the integrated key into the vehicle key charging of a mobile phone. until the integrated key engages. ▷...
Page 84 CONTROLS Opening and closing ▷ The options provided by the Remote Serv- ices of the BMW app include the ability to Warning lock and unlock a vehicle. For some national-market versions, unlock- This requires an active BMW Connected- ing from the inside is only possible with par- Drive contract and the BMW app must be ticular knowledge.
Page 85 A vehicle key must be located in the vehicle to deactivate the Key Card. When the BMW Digital Key is activated for the Hold activated Key Card directly on the center vehicle, a digital key can be used instead of the of the external door handle of the driver's door.
Page 86 BMW Digital Key Warning Principle For some national-market versions, unlock- BMW Digital Key allows the vehicle to be un- ing from the inside is only possible with par- locked and locked, as well as started, with a ticular knowledge. compatible smartphone.
Page 87 Deleting a shared key The proof of authorization can be started via the BMW app or the activation code in the General information corresponding smartphone function, e.g., the Wallet app. Both vehicle keys must be located Shared keys can be deleted via the smart- in the vehicle to be enabled.
Page 88 Turning on the drive-ready state If necessary, select the digital key. "Delete key" Resetting the function To reset the BMW Digital Key function, an au- thorized vehicle key must be located in the ve- hicle. When resetting the BMW Digital Key function, all digital keys including the main digital key will be deleted.
Page 89 Opening and closing CONTROLS System limits NOTICE The interior motion sensor and tilt alarm sen- sor of the alarm system cannot be switched off The door lock is permanently joined with the with a digital key. door. The door handle can be moved. When pulling the door handle with the integrated Additional information: key inserted, paint or the integrated key can...
Page 90 CONTROLS Opening and closing Buttons for the central Use the thumb for counter support to pre- vent the cover cap from falling out of the locking system door handle. General information In the event of a severe accident, the vehicle is automatically unlocked.
Page 91 ▷ Unlocking and locking the vehicle using the out when unlocking. BMW Digital Key. ▷ With alarm system: The alarm system will ▷ Unlocking the trunk lid. be switched off.
Page 92 CONTROLS Opening and closing Locking the vehicle Warning Close the driver's door. While opening, the trunk lid pivots back and up. There is a risk of injury and risk of dam- age to property. Make sure that the travel path of the trunk lid is clear while opening and closing.
Page 93 Opening and closing CONTROLS If the vehicle key is located in the unlocking ▷ Locking: when leaving the locking zone, the zone for an extended period of time without doors and trunk lid must be closed. movement, the vehicle will be locked automati- ▷...
Page 94 CONTROLS Opening and closing Opening and Closing Depending on the equipment and national- market version, it is possible to specify whether the trunk lid can be unlocked with the vehicle Opening from the outside key and how the vehicle doors will function. With automatic transmission: selector lever po- sition P must be engaged to open the trunk lid with the vehicle key.
Page 95 Opening and closing CONTROLS Trunk emergency unlocking Functional requirements ▷ At least one driver profile has been created. ▷ A driver profile or the guest profile is active. ▷ At least one driver profile has an assigned ConnectedDrive account. Accessing the menu for the valet parking mode Via the switch-off screen Pull the handle inside the cargo area.
Page 96 CONTROLS Opening and closing Driver profile with PIN The trunk lid will be locked and discon- nected from the central locking system. Regardless of which driver activated the valet "Activate now" parking mode, a driver can deactivate the valet parking mode by entering his/her PIN. Driver profile without PIN Select driver profile.
Page 97 Opening and closing CONTROLS Unlocking and locking "Doors/ vehicle access" "Unlock at end of trip" Doors After drive-ready state is switched off by "CAR" pressing the Start/Stop button, the locked vehicle is automatically unlocked. "Settings" "Key button settings" Automatic locking Select the icon.
Page 98 CONTROLS Opening and closing Depending on the equipment, the trunk ▷ Opening a door, the hood or the trunk lid. lid will be unlocked or opened and the ▷ Movements in the interior. doors are unlocked. ▷ Changes in the vehicle inclination such as ▷...
Page 99 Opening and closing CONTROLS Panic mode Tilt alarm sensor You can trigger the alarm system if you find The inclination of the vehicle is monitored. yourself in a dangerous situation. The alarm system responds in situations such as attempts to steal a wheel or when the vehi- ▷...
Page 100 Press the switch to the resistance same position, this task can be performed by point. the BMW Intelligent Personal Assistant. For in- The window opens while the switch is be- stance when the same parking garage is fre- ing held.
Page 101 Opening and closing CONTROLS Convertible top Jam protection system Principle General information The jam protection prevents objects or body Follow the following information: parts becoming jammed between the door ▷ Close the convertible top when the vehi- frame and window while a window is being cle is parked.
Page 102 CONTROLS Opening and closing Safety information There is a risk of damage to property. During operation, heed the following points: ▷ Keep the area of movement of the Warning convertible top clear because the Body parts can be jammed when opening convertible top swivels out and upward.
Page 103 Opening and closing CONTROLS With Steptronic transmission The windows are lowered, the convertible top is closed, and the windows are raised again while the switch is being pulled. Preventing an interruption Push or pull the switch until the convertible top is completely open or closed and the end of the procedure is indicated by a Check Control message.
Page 104 CONTROLS Opening and closing Safety information Lifting out convertible top Carefully swivel the covers up on both sides until they are open. Warning In case of an electrical malfunction, the convertible top cannot be locked in the fully open position. The convertible top will rise up while the vehicle is moving.
Page 105 Opening and closing CONTROLS Convertible top locking screw on the right side of the vehicle clock- wise to the stop. Carefully remove the cover in the center of the front convertible top frame. Lift the convertible top out on the front on both sides, and swing it forward.
Page 106 CONTROLS Opening and closing Wind deflector Turn the hexagon wrench clockwise to the stop to open the locking hooks. Principle The wind deflector reduces the air movement in the vehicle interior when driving with the convertible top down. The wind deflector is most effective when the side windows are closed.
Page 107 Opening and closing CONTROLS Installing Press the wind deflector down evenly to the stop. The magnetic retaining force must be noticea- ble. Removing Pull the wind deflector up evenly. The magnetic retaining force must be over- come when pulling the wind deflector out of the guides.
Page 108: Seats, Mirrors And Steering Wheel
CONTROLS Seats, mirrors and steering wheel Seats, mirrors and steering wheel Vehicle features and options Warning With a backrest inclined too far to the rear, This chapter describes all standard, country- the protective effect of the seat belt can no specific, and optional equipment offered with longer be ensured.
Page 109 Seats, mirrors and steering wheel CONTROLS Backrest tilt 3 Backrest width 4 Lumbar support Longitudinal direction Tilt switch forward or backward. Calibrating the front seats Press switch forward or backward. General information As soon as the electric seat setting no longer Height functions precisely, a Check Control message is displayed on the control display.
Page 110 CONTROLS Seats, mirrors and steering wheel Backrest width If this message is still shown after repeated calibration, have the vehicle checked by an authorized service center or another qualified Principle service center or repair shop. Adjusting the backrest width may improve side support when cornering.
Page 111 Seats, mirrors and steering wheel CONTROLS Safety information or another qualified service center or repair shop. Warning Correct use of seat belts Use of a seat belt to buckle more than one person will potentially defeat the ability of ▷ Insert the seat belt into the belt guide.
Page 112 CONTROLS Seats, mirrors and steering wheel Belt guide The seat belt reminder is also activated when a passenger unbuckles a rear seat belt during the trip. Display in the instrument cluster The indicator light in the instrument cluster illu- minates after the engine is started. The displays may vary depending on the equipment version and country variant.
Page 113 Seats, mirrors and steering wheel CONTROLS The mirror setting is stored for the driver pro- file currently in use. When a driver profile is Warning selected, the saved position is called up auto- Body parts can be jammed when moving the matically.
Page 114 CONTROLS Seats, mirrors and steering wheel Malfunction Activating In case of an electrical malfunction, adjust the slide the switch to the driver's side mirror by pressing the edges of the mirror mirror position. glass. Engage selector lever position R. Folding in and out Deactivating Slide the switch to the front passenger's side NOTICE...
Page 115 Seats, mirrors and steering wheel CONTROLS Overview red height and angle to suit your seat posi- tion. Fold the lever back up. Steering wheel heating Overview Functional requirements ▷ Keep the photocells clean. ▷ Do not cover the area between the interior mirror and the windshield.
Page 116 CONTROLS Seats, mirrors and steering wheel Calling up settings ▷ Backrest width. ▷ Lumbar support. Press the desired button 1 or 2. The stored position is called up. Safety information The procedure stops when a switch for setting the seat is pressed or one of the memory but- tons is pressed again.
Page 117 Seats, mirrors and steering wheel CONTROLS Climate control rules Principle Depending on the equipment, some heating and air conditioning functions can be automat- ically activated depending on the outside tem- perature. General information The outside temperature at which the func- tions are to be automatically activated can be set via iDrive.
Page 118: Transporting Children Safely
CONTROLS Transporting children safely Transporting children safely Vehicle features and options Warning A hot vehicle may result in death to persons, This chapter describes all standard, country- especially children, or animals. There is a specific, and optional equipment offered with risk of injury or danger to life.
Page 119 Transporting children safely CONTROLS Safety information erly restrained in the event of an accident, braking or evasive maneuvers. There is a risk of injury or danger to life. Warning Do not use child restraint systems which Active front passenger airbags can injure a have been damaged or exposed to an acci- child in a child restraint system when the air- dent.
Page 120 CONTROLS Transporting children safely Locking the seat belt For automatic deactivation of front passenger airbags, refer to page 170. Pull out the belt strap completely. Secure the child restraint system with the Seat position and height seat belt. After installing a child restraint system, move Allow the belt strap to be pulled in and pull the front passenger seat as far back as it will it tight against the child restraint system.
Page 121 Transporting children safely CONTROLS age to property. Only attach child restraint Attach the hook of the retaining strap to the systems at the corresponding mounts for the attachment point. lower mountings or attachment points. Tighten the retaining strap. Attachment points Icon Meaning The respective icon shows the...
Page 122: Driving
CONTROLS Driving Driving Vehicle features and options Auto Start/Stop function This chapter describes all standard, country- Principle specific, and optional equipment offered with The Auto Start/Stop function helps save fuel. the series. It also describes features and func- The system switches off the engine during a tions that are not necessarily available in the stop, for instance in traffic jam or at traffic vehicle, e.g., due to the selected options or...
Page 123 Driving CONTROLS ▷ The selector lever is in selector lever posi- The display indicates that the tion D. conditions for an automatic en- gine stop have not been met. ▷ The brake pedal remains depressed while the vehicle is at a standstill or the vehicle is held by Automatic Hold.
Page 124 CONTROLS Driving ▷ Stop-and-go traffic. ▷ In case of excessive warming of the interior when air conditioning is turned on. ▷ Steptronic transmission: selector lever posi- tion in N or R. ▷ In case of excessive cooling of the interior when the heating is turned on.
Page 125 Driving CONTROLS Activating/deactivating the system Switching off the vehicle during an manually automatic engine stop Principle General information The engine is not automatically switched off. During an automatic engine stop, the vehicle can be switched off permanently, for instance The engine is started during an automatic en- when leaving it.
Page 126 CONTROLS Driving Parking brake Overview Principle The parking brake is used to prevent the vehi- cle from rolling away when it is parked. Safety information Warning An unsecured vehicle can begin to move and Parking brake possibly roll away. There is a risk of accident. Before leaving the vehicle, secure the vehicle Setting the parking brake against rolling away.
Page 127 Driving CONTROLS Releasing the parking brake Safety information Releasing the parking brake manually Warning Turn on drive-ready state. An unsecured vehicle can begin to move and possibly roll away. There is a risk of accident. Manual transmission: press the Before leaving the vehicle, secure the vehicle switch while the brake pedal is depressed.
Page 128 CONTROLS Driving Overview being held by Automatic Hold or if the vehicle is exited. The indicator light changes from green to red. The parking brake is not set automatically if the drive-ready state was switched off while the vehicle was coasting. Automatic Hold is deactivated.
Page 129 Driving CONTROLS High beams, The indicator light is no longer illumi- nated as soon as the parking brake is headlight flasher ready for operation again. Press the lever forward or pull it backward. Turn signal Turn signal in exterior mirror When driving and during operation of the turn signals or hazard warning system, do not fold in the exterior mirrors so that the turn signal...
Page 130 CONTROLS Driving Press the lever down. NOTICE ▷ Turn off: press the lever down until it reaches the 0 position. If the wipers are frozen to the windshield, the wiper blades can be torn off and the ▷ Flick wipe: press the lever down from the 0 wiper motor can overheat when switching on.
Page 131 Driving CONTROLS Cleaning the windshield In frosty conditions, wiping operation may not start. Deactivating rain sensor Press the lever back into the 0 position. Adjusting the rain sensor sensitivity Pull the lever. The washer fluid is sprayed on the windshield, and the wipers are turned on briefly.
Page 132 CONTROLS Driving Manual transmission NOTICE If the wipers are frozen to the windshield, Safety information the wiper blades can be torn off and the wiper motor can overheat when switching on. There is a risk of damage to property. Defrost Warning the windshield prior to switching the wipers An unsecured vehicle can begin to move and...
Page 133 Driving CONTROLS Shifting Selector lever positions General information Gear position D Depending on the motorization, the RPM dur- Selector lever position for normal driving. All ing a shifting operation is adjusted automati- gears for forward travel are activated automat- cally as required for harmonious gear chang- ically.
Page 134 CONTROLS Driving Engaging selector lever positions selector lever automatically returns to the center position when released. General information To prevent the vehicle from creeping after you select a gear position or reverse, main- tain pressure on the brake pedal until you are ready to drive off.
Page 135 Driving CONTROLS Activating the Sport program Switch on drive-ready state while pressing on the brake pedal. If necessary, release the parking brake. If necessary, switch off Automatic Hold. Automatic Hold, refer to page 127. Depress the brake pedal. Touch the selector lever lock and engage selector lever position N.
Page 136 CONTROLS Driving General information Manual mode becomes active and the gear is changed. Shifting The engaged gear is displayed in the instru- ment cluster, for instance M1. The vehicle only shifts at suitable RPM and road speeds. Shifting Short-term manual mode ▷...
Page 137 Driving CONTROLS Shifting With your free hand, press the button on the selector lever, arrow 1, and press the selector lever into selector lever position N and hold, arrow N, until selector lever posi- tion N is displayed in the instrument cluster. A Check Control message is displayed.
Page 138 CONTROLS Driving Functional requirement System limits Launch Control is available when the engine An experienced driver may be able to achieve is at operating temperature. The engine is at better acceleration values in DSC OFF mode. operating temperature after an uninterrupted trip of at least 6 miles/10 km.
Page 139 Driving CONTROLS Driving modes Turning on Press the button repeatedly until Buttons in the vehicle SPORT is displayed in the instrument cluster. SPORT INDIVIDUAL Button Driving Configura- Principle mode tion In the SPORT INDIVIDUAL driving mode, indi- SPORT SPORT INDIVID- vidual settings can be adjusted to support driv- ing dynamics properties.
Page 140 CONTROLS Driving ADAPTIVE Turning on Press the button repeatedly until Principle SPORT PLUS is displayed in the in- The ADAPTIVE driving mode is a balanced strument cluster. driving mode that automatically adapts to the driving situation and driving style. ECO PRO If the navigation system is active, upcoming road sections are considered.
Page 141: Displays
Displays CONTROLS Displays Vehicle features and options thorized service center or another qualified service center or repair shop. This chapter describes all standard, country- specific, and optional equipment offered with Instrument cluster with enhanced the series. It also describes features and func- features:Overview tions that are not necessarily available in the vehicle, e.g., due to the selected options or...
Page 142 CONTROLS Displays The displays may vary depending on the Time equipment and national-market version. Instrument cluster without Driving mode view enhanced features:Overview Principle Depending on the equipment, if the driving mode view is activated, the displays in the in- strument cluster will adapt to the respective driving mode when a program is changed via the Driving Experience Control.
Page 143 Displays CONTROLS Selecting Driving Display mode COMFORT Average consumption. SPORT Current consumption. Energy recovery. ECO PRO ECO PRO bonus range. Distance traveled in Coasting mode. Current consumption. Continue to press the button on the turn signal lever until the desired widget is selected. Average consumption The average consumption indicates the fuel Display...
Page 144 CONTROLS Displays Consumption display ▷ Distance covered. ▷ Consumption display. Principle ▷ Current consumption and average con- During energy recovery, the kinetic energy of sumption. the vehicle is converted into electric energy in ▷ Digital speed. coasting/overrun mode. The vehicle battery is ▷...
Page 145 Displays CONTROLS Check Control Displaying stored Check Control messages Principle "CAR" "Vehicle status" The Check Control system monitors functions in the vehicle and notifies you of faults in the "Check Control messages" monitored systems. Select the desired text message. General information Display A Check Control message is displayed as a Check Control...
Page 146 CONTROLS Displays Indicator/warning lights Warning light does not illuminate or illuminates continuously: the airbag system or the seat belt tensioners may be not be operational. Principle Have the vehicle checked immediately by an authorized service center or another qualified Indicator/warning lights in the instrument clus- service center or repair shop.
Page 147 Displays CONTROLS Dynamic Stability Control Immediately initiate braking or an evasive ma- neuver. Warning light flashes: Dynamic Stabil- Additional information: ity Control is regulating the drive and Forward Collision Warning with braking func- brake power. The vehicle is stabilized. tion, refer to page 173. Reduce the vehicle speed and adjust your driv- ing style to the road conditions.
Page 148 CONTROLS Displays Tire pressure monitor This indicates that there is excessive misfir- ing in the engine. Warning light illuminates: Flat tire or Reduce the vehicle speed and have the ve- tire pressure loss has been detected. hicle checked immediately; otherwise, se- Follow the information in the Check rious engine misfiring within a brief pe- Control message.
Page 149 Displays CONTROLS Low beams Automatic Hold: vehicle secured against rolling away Low beams are switched on. Steptronic transmission: The vehicle is Additional information: prevented from rolling away after the Parking lights/low beams, refer to brake is applied. page 162. Additional information: Driving, refer to page 122.
Page 150 CONTROLS Displays Gray lights Additional information: Active Cruise Control with Stop&Go function, Manual Speed Limiter refer to page 198. The system is interrupted. Speed Limit Assistant activated Additional information: Depending on the equipment, the indi- Manual Speed Limiter, refer to cator light is illuminated together with page 193.
Page 151 Displays CONTROLS An arrow next to the fuel pump cally adjusted depending on the available en- icon indicates the vehicle side gine speed range. on which the fuel filler flap is lo- cated. Instrument cluster with extended features:Power Indicator light in the instrument gauge cluster The yellow indicator light illuminates,...
Page 152 CONTROLS Displays Drive power Turning on/turning off The available drive power may be reduced due Steptronic Sport transmission: to certain factors, for instance a cold engine. If applicable, select SPORT or SPORT Depending on the available drive power, the PLUS driving mode. range for POWER is adjusted automatically.
Page 153 Displays CONTROLS ▷ Arrow 2: successive fields illuminated or- ▷ Cold engine: the needle is at ange indicate an optimal shift point. the low temperature value. Drive at moderate RPM and ▷ Arrow 3: the field illuminates red. Do not vehicle speeds.
Page 154 CONTROLS Displays Safety information The current range is displayed as a numerical value next to the fuel gauge. Warning Even at temperatures above +37 ℉/+3 ℃ there is a risk of icy roads, for instance on Instrument cluster without enhanced features: bridges or shady sections of the road.
Page 155 Displays CONTROLS Manual transmission: displaying Icons Suggestions to upshift or downshift are dis- Icons Description played in the instrument cluster. No service is currently required. On vehicles without a gear shift indicator, the engaged gear is displayed. Example Description The time for recommended main- tenance or a legally mandated in- Efficient gear is set.
Page 156 CONTROLS Displays Trip data Display Principle The trip data display provides various informa- tion about the trip, e.g., trip distance. General information The trip data can be displayed on the control display and in the instrument cluster. The values can be displayed and reset de- Depending on the equipment version, the list pending on various intervals such as after refu- in the instrument cluster may differ from the...
Page 157 Displays CONTROLS The following information is displayed: With the button on the turn signal lever: ▷ Total kilometers. Continue to press the button on the turn ▷ Configured interval for displaying trip data. signal lever until the widget for the trip data is selected.
Page 158 154. The Sport displays can be displayed in form of widgets in the instrument cluster. BMW Head-up display The following widgets can be selected: ▷ Widget for torque and power. Principle ▷...
Page 159 Displays CONTROLS "Displays" When the low beams are switched on, the brightness of the Head-up display can be ad- "Head-up display" justed using the instrument lighting. "Head-up display" Adjusting the height Display "CAR" Overview "Settings" "Displays" The following information is displayed on the Head-up display: "Head-up display"...
Page 160 CONTROLS Displays instrument cluster or the Head-up dis- play. ▷ "Sport displays": ▷ "Off": the Sport displays are not dis- played in the Head-up display. ▷ "In SPORT mode": the Sport dis- plays are only displayed in SPORT driving mode. ▷...
Page 161: Lights
Lights CONTROLS Lights Vehicle features and options Icon Function Low beams. This chapter describes all standard, country- specific, and optional equipment offered with the series. It also describes features and func- Instrument lighting. tions that are not necessarily available in the vehicle, e.g., due to the selected options or country versions.
Page 162 CONTROLS Lights System limits Low beams The automatic headlight control cannot re- Turning on place your personal judgment of lighting condi- tions. Press the button on the light switch. For example, the sensors are unable to detect fog or hazy weather. In these situations, turn The low beams illuminate when drive-ready the lights on manually.
Page 163 Lights CONTROLS Daytime driving lights General information Depending on the equipment, the exterior lighting of the vehicle can be set individually. General information The daytime driving lights illuminate when Activating/deactivating welcome drive-ready state is switched on. light Activating/deactivating daytime "CAR" driving lights "Settings"...
Page 164 CONTROLS Lights Cornering light The system responds to light from oncoming traffic and traffic driving ahead of you, and to ambient lighting, for instance in towns and cit- Principle ies. In tight curves, for instance on mountainous The high beams can be switched on and off roads or when turning, an additional cornering manually at any time.
Page 165 Lights CONTROLS Deactivating Automatic High Beam A Check Control message is displayed. The system responds more sensitively. Assistant Resetting the sensitivity Push the turn signal lever to the front again for approx. 10 seconds or switch off the drive- ready state. The sensitivity of the Automatic High Beam Assistant is reset to the factory settings.
Page 166 CONTROLS Lights Ambient light Setting the brightness Adjust the brightness with the General information thumbwheel. Depending on the equipment version, lighting can be adjusted for some lights in the car's interior. Interior lighting Activating/deactivating ambient light "CAR" General information "Settings" Depending on the equipment version, interior "Interior lighting"...
Page 167 Lights CONTROLS Dimmed while driving Some lights of the interior lighting are dimmed when the vehicle is driven in the dark. "CAR" "Settings" "Interior lighting" "Dimmed for night driving" Online Edition for Part no. 01405A88B63 - VI/23 OwnersManuals2.com...
Page 168: Safety
CONTROLS Safety Safety Vehicle features and options vehicle, e.g., due to the selected options or country versions. This also applies to safety functions and systems. When using these This chapter describes all standard, country- functions and systems, the applicable laws specific, and optional equipment offered with and regulations must be observed.
Page 169 Vehicle modifications for a person with disabil- crossing the hands and the upper body ities may affect the air bag system; contact is as far back as possible while still main- BMW Customer Relations for further informa- taining a comfortable grip on the steering tion. wheel.
Page 170 CONTROLS Safety Operational readiness of the airbag Setting the front seat positions system The power that deploys the driver's/front pas- senger airbags depends on the position of the Safety information driver's/front passenger seat. To maintain the accuracy of this function, cali- brate the electrical front seats as soon as a re- Warning spective message appears on the control dis-...
Page 171 Safety CONTROLS Fault of the automatic deactivation passenger's side are not ac- tivated. system ▷ The indicator light does not illuminate When transporting older children and adults, when, for instance, a correctly seated per- the front passenger airbags may be deacti- son of sufficient size is detected on the vated in certain seat positions.
Page 172 CONTROLS Safety Safety information Overview Button in the vehicle Warning The system cannot serve as a substitute for the driver’s personal judgment in assessing the traffic situation. Based on the limits of the system, it cannot independently react to all traffic situations. There is a risk of accident.
Page 173 Safety CONTROLS Forward Collision Warning Display with braking function Button Status Button illuminates green: all Intelli- Principle gent Safety systems are switched The Forward Collision Warning warns of a pos- sible risk of collision and may brake independ- Button illuminates orange: some ently.
Page 174 CONTROLS Safety sued late or in a manner that is not consis- "Driver Assistance" tent with their normal use. There is a risk of "Safety and Warnings" accident. Adjust driving style to traffic condi- "Forward Collision Mitigation" tions. Watch surrounding traffic closely and Select the desired setting: actively intervene where appropriate.
Page 175 Safety CONTROLS System limits warning may be accompanied by a brief acti- vation of the braking system. Safety information With the warning time setting "Late" the brief activation of the braking system is omitted. If an acute warning is provided, the system Warning may also provide assistance such as through Due to its limits, the system may not react, or...
Page 176 CONTROLS Safety temporarily. The system is enabled as soon as The system issues a warning of a possible the speed drops below this value again. risk of collision with pedestrians and cyclists at speeds above approx. 3 mph/5 km/h. System limits of the sensors Safety information Additional information: ▷...
Page 177 Safety CONTROLS Warning with brake function ▷ Cameras behind the windshield. ▷ With radar sensor: front radar sensor. Display Additional information: If there is a risk of collision with a detected Sensors of the vehicle, refer to page 35. pedestrian or cyclist, a warning light is shown on the instrument cluster and Head-up display Detection range as applicable.
Page 178 CONTROLS Safety System limits ▷ If the driving stability control systems are deactivated, for instance DSC OFF. Safety information ▷ Up to 10 seconds after the start of the en- gine via the Start/Stop button. Warning Lane departure warning Due to its limits, the system may not react, or it may react too late or in a manner that is not consistent with normal use.
Page 179 Safety CONTROLS Setting Lane Departure Warning Warning Setting the warning time Indicators and warnings cannot serve as a substitute for the driver’s personal judgment. "CAR" Due to its limits, the system may not issue "Settings" warnings or responses, or these may be is- "Driver Assistance"...
Page 180 CONTROLS Safety Depending on the national-market version, the For instance, the steering intervention will be steering intervention is automatically active af- suppressed in the following situations: ter every driving off. ▷ With hard accelerating or braking. ▷ When flashing. Display in the instrument cluster ▷...
Page 181 Safety CONTROLS ▷ Immediately following a steering interven- A Check Control message may be displayed tion by the vehicle systems. when the system is limited. ▷ With manual steering intervention. Active Blind Spot Detection ▷ When another driver assistance system is activated, if applicable.
Page 182 CONTROLS Safety Safety information Intelligent Safety, refer to page 171. Adjusting the Active Blind Spot Warning Detection The system cannot serve as a substitute for the driver’s personal judgment in assessing Setting the warning time the traffic situation. Based on the limits of the system, it cannot independently react "CAR"...
Page 183 Safety CONTROLS Prewarning System limits of the sensors The dimmed warning light in the exterior mirror Additional information: indicates when vehicles are in your blind spot ▷ Radar sensors, refer to page 36. or approaching from the rear. Functional limitations Acute warning The system may be limited in the following If the turn signal is activated while a vehicle...
Page 184 CONTROLS Safety General information tions. Watch surrounding traffic closely and actively intervene where appropriate. Sensors The system is controlled by radar sensors on the sides at the rear. Additional information: Sensors of the vehicle, refer to page 35. Turning rear-end collision Radar sensors monitor the area behind the ve- preparation on/off hicle.
Page 185 Safety CONTROLS Harder vehicle deceleration Function In certain situations, it may be necessary to The system is switched on each time drive- bring the vehicle to a halt more quickly than ready state is switched on. automatic braking allows. After starting the trip, the system is trained to To do this, quickly apply extra force to the the driver, so that decreasing alertness or fati- brake.
Page 186 CONTROLS Safety issued or an unwarranted warning may be is- sued. The system function may be limited in the following situations, e.g.: ▷ If the time is set incorrectly. ▷ At a predominantly driven speed below ap- prox. 43 mph/70 km/h. ▷...
Page 187: Driving Stability Control Systems
Driving stability control systems CONTROLS Driving stability control systems Vehicle features and options Brake assistant This chapter describes all standard, country- The brake assistant automatically applies specific, and optional equipment offered with maximum braking assistance when the brake the series. It also describes features and func- pedal is depressed quickly.
Page 188 CONTROLS Driving stability control systems Dynamic Stability Control Overview Button in the vehicle Principle The Dynamic Stability Control helps to keep the vehicle on a steady course by reducing drive power and by brake intervention on indi- vidual wheels. General information The Dynamic Stability Control will detect, e.g., the following unstable driving conditions: ▷...
Page 189 Driving stability control systems CONTROLS Display Overview In the instrument cluster Button in the vehicle If the Dynamic Stability Control is deactivated, DSC OFF is displayed in the instrument clus- ter. Indicator lights and warning lights Indicator light illuminates: Dynamic Stability Control is deactivated.
Page 190 CONTROLS Driving stability control systems Automatic program change In certain situations, the Dynamic Stability Control is activated automatically: ▷ The Active Cruise Control with Stop&Go function is activated. ▷ On a brake intervention by the Intelligent Safety systems. ▷ The vehicle has a flat tire. M sport differential The M Sport differential provides for continu- ously variable locking of the rear axle differen-...
Page 191: Driver Assistance Systems
Driver assistance systems CONTROLS Driver assistance systems Vehicle features and options For information on the current map version and map updates, see Map update in the Nav- igation system chapter. This chapter describes all standard, country- Without a navigation system, the system is specific, and optional equipment offered with subject to limitations imposed by technology.
Page 192 CONTROLS Driver assistance systems Displaying Speed Limit Info Display General information Speed Limit Info Depending on the vehicle equipment, Speed Icon Description Limit Info is displayed permanently in the in- strument cluster or via iDrive. Current speed limit. Depending on the na- Activating tional-market version, it "CAR"...
Page 193 Driver assistance systems CONTROLS Manual Speed Limiter If necessary, "Driving" "Speed Limit Assistance" Select the desired setting. Principle The warning that is issued when a speed limit The system can be used to set a speed limit, is exceeded may depend on the Speed Limit for instance to prevent the vehicle from ex- Assistant settings.
Page 194 CONTROLS Driver assistance systems Turning off Press the button on the steering wheel. Press the button on the steering wheel. Exceeding the speed limit The system switches off automatically in the When the vehicle speed exceeds the set speed following situations, for example: limit, a warning is issued.
Page 195 Driver assistance systems CONTROLS Safety information ▷ Green marking: system is ac- tive. ▷ Gray marking: system is in- Warning terrupted. The system cannot serve as a substitute for ▷ No marking: system is the driver’s personal judgment in assessing switched off.
Page 196 CONTROLS Driver assistance systems Turning off telligent Safety systems and Cruise Control before towing. Depending on the equipment version, press the relevant button on the steer- ing wheel. Overview The displays turn off. The stored set speed is Buttons on the steering wheel deleted.
Page 197 Driver assistance systems CONTROLS Press the rocker switch up or down once while After the rocker switch is released, the vehi- the system is interrupted. cle maintains its final speed. Pressing the switch beyond the resistance point causes When the system is switched on, the current the vehicle to accelerate more rapidly.
Page 198 CONTROLS Driver assistance systems Indicator light If a vehicle is driving ahead of you, the system adjusts the speed of the vehicle so that the set distance to the vehicle ahead is maintained. Icon Description The speed is adjusted as far as the given sit- No indicator light: system is switched uation allows.
Page 199 Driver assistance systems CONTROLS Overview ▷ Set the parking brake. ▷ On uphill grades or on downhill slopes, Buttons on the steering wheel turn the front wheels in the direction of the curb. Button Function ▷ On uphill grades or on downhill slopes, also secure the vehicle, for instance with Cruise control on/off.
Page 200 CONTROLS Driver assistance systems The system can also be activated when sta- ▷ While Dynamic Traction Control is enabled tionary. or Dynamic Stability Control is disabled. ▷ While Dynamic Stability Control regulates Turning on/off and interrupting driving stability. cruise control ▷...
Page 201 Driver assistance systems CONTROLS Reducing the distance Press the button. Press the button repeatedly until the desired distance is set. Changing the speed Instrument cluster will display selected dis- tance. Increasing the distance Press the button repeatedly until the desired distance is set. Instrument cluster will display selected dis- tance.
Page 202 CONTROLS Driver assistance systems Changing between Cruise Control ▷ Green marking: system is ac- tive, the marking indicates with/without Distance Control the desired speed. ▷ Gray marking: system is in- Safety information terrupted, the marking indi- cates the stored speed. Warning ▷...
Page 203 Driver assistance systems CONTROLS Displays in the Head-up display Detected vehicle Set speed Icon Description Some system information can also be dis- Green icon: played in the Head-up display. Vehicle has been detected ahead of you. The icon is displayed when the set speed is reached.
Page 204 CONTROLS Driver assistance systems Cornering For instance, two-wheeled vehicles may not be detected. Deceleration The system does not decelerate in the follow- ing situations: ▷ For pedestrians or similarly slow-moving road users. ▷ Depending on the vehicle equipment and national availability, for red traffic lights. When the set speed is too high for a curve, ▷...
Page 205 Driver assistance systems CONTROLS Safety information Weather The following restrictions can occur under un- favorable weather or light conditions: Warning ▷ Poorer vehicle detection. The system cannot serve as a substitute for ▷ Short-term interruptions for vehicles that the driver’s personal judgment in assessing are already recognized.
Page 206 CONTROLS Driver assistance systems Manual adoption "Speed limits" Select the desired setting: A detected speed limit can be applied man- ually for the active driver assistance system. ▷ "Adjust manually": detected speed limits can be applied manually. When the SET icon illuminates, press ▷...
Page 207 Driver assistance systems CONTROLS General information Upcoming speed limits can only be accepted for the Active Cruise Control. The range of the system, depending on obsta- Additional information: cles and environmental conditions, is approx. 6 ft/2 m. ▷ System limits of Speed Limit Information, refer to page 193.
Page 208 CONTROLS Driver assistance systems Overview "Driver Assistance" "Parking and Maneuvering" Button in the vehicle If necessary, "Automatic PDC Activation" "Automatic PDC Activation" Depending on equipment, an additional cam- era view is also switched on. Automatic deactivation during forward travel The system switches off when a certain dis- tance travelled or speed is exceeded.
Page 209 Driver assistance systems CONTROLS smaller than approx. 8 in/20 cm, an alternating Pathway lines are faded in for better estima- continuous tone will sound. tion of the space required. Steptronic transmission: the intermittent tone When the image of the rearview camera is dis- and continuous tone are switched off if the se- played, you can switch to the Park Distance lector lever position P is engaged.
Page 210 CONTROLS Driver assistance systems sensors before or after a continuous tone If the accelerator pedal is depressed longer, sounds. the vehicle drives off. Manual braking is possi- ble at any time. Unwarranted warnings The system uses the ultrasonic sensors of Park Distance Control and the Automatic Park- Reaching the system limits can cause unwar- ing Assistant.
Page 211 Driver assistance systems CONTROLS "Driver Assistance" ▷ Park Distance Control, refer to page 207. "Parking and Maneuvering" ▷ Automatic Parking Assistant, refer to page 214. "Active PDC with braking interv." Select the desired setting. Display System limits The limits of the systems of the Park Distance Control and the Automatic Parking Assistant apply.
Page 212 CONTROLS Driver assistance systems Rearview camera Sensors The system is controlled by the following sen- sors: Principle ▷ Rearview camera. The rearview camera helps when reverse Additional information: parking and maneuvering. The area behind the vehicle is shown on the control display. Sensors of the vehicle, refer to page 35.
Page 213 Driver assistance systems CONTROLS luggage rack or trailer can limit the detec- Pathway lines tion range of the camera. Display on the control display Toolbars The assistance functions can be activated manually via the toolbars on the sides of the control display.
Page 214 CONTROLS Driver assistance systems System limits Parking using lanes and turning circle lines Position the vehicle so that the red turning System limits of the sensors circle line leads to within the limits of the parking space. Additional information: Turn the steering wheel to the point where ▷...
Page 215 Driver assistance systems CONTROLS ▷ When parking parallel to the road, parallel Control display shows suitable parking spaces parking. at the edge of the road next to the vehicle icon. When Automatic Parking Assistant is active, ▷ When reverse parking perpendicular to the suitable parking spaces are highlighted and an road, perpendicular parking.
Page 216 CONTROLS Driver assistance systems Functional requirements Warning For the measurement of parking The system can steer the vehicle over or spaces onto curbs. There is a risk of injury or risk of damage to property. Watch surrounding ▷ Maximum speed while driving forward ap- traffic closely and actively intervene where prox.
Page 217 Driver assistance systems CONTROLS The current status of the parking space search "Driver Assistance" is indicated on the control display. "Parking and Maneuvering" Automatic Parking Assistant is activated "Automatic Parking" automatically. "Alert if parking space detected" Switching on with reverse gear Acoustic signals of the Park Shift into reverse.
Page 218 CONTROLS Driver assistance systems At the end of the parking operation, selec- Steptronic transmission: tor lever position P is set. ▷ If the trunk lid is open. The end of the parking operation is indi- ▷ If doors are open. cated on the control display.
Page 219 Driver assistance systems CONTROLS General information System limits of the sensors Additional information: Note the information given in the “Automatic Parking Assistant” section. ▷ Ultrasonic sensors, refer to page 37. Manual transmission Functional limitations The Automatic Parking Assistant calculates The system may be limited in the following the ideal line for pulling out of the parking situations: space and takes over the steering during this...
Page 220 CONTROLS Driver assistance systems ▷ Park Distance Control, refer to page 207. Steptronic transmission: ▷ Automatic Parking Assistant, refer to The system takes control of the maneuver. page 214. A message will be displayed at the end of the maneuver. Functional requirements Make sure that the traffic situation permits driving out of parking space and driving off...
Page 221 Driver assistance systems CONTROLS Safety information Take your hands off the steering wheel and carefully drive off using the accelerator pedal and the brake. Warning When driving in reverse, pay attention to The system cannot serve as a substitute for the vehicle's surroundings, and if you en- the driver’s personal judgment in assessing counter an obstacle, stop immediately and...
Page 222 CONTROLS Driver assistance systems System limits General information ▷ When you reach normal road traffic or if you encounter an obstacle, stop immediately and take over control of the vehicle. ▷ The maximum speed when reversing is limited to approx. 6 mph/9 km/h. If the maximum speed is exceeded, a warn- ing is issued and the function may be can- celed.
Page 223 Driver assistance systems CONTROLS Park assistance button ▷ When the speed exceeds walking speed. ▷ When a certain distance travelled is ex- ceeded. Sensors ▷ With an active parking operation of the Au- The system is controlled by the following sen- tomatic Parking Assistant.
Page 224 CONTROLS Driver assistance systems Acoustic warning In addition to the optical indicator, a warning signal sounds if your own vehicle moves into the respective direction. System limits System limits of the sensors Additional information: ▷ Radar sensors, refer to page 36. Functional limitations The system may be limited in the following situations:...
Page 225: Driving Comfort
Driving comfort CONTROLS Driving comfort Vehicle features and options The shock absorbers are adjusted depending on the selected driving mode as well as the road condition and driving style. This chapter describes all standard, country- Additional information: specific, and optional equipment offered with the series.
Page 226: Climate Control
CONTROLS Climate control Climate control Vehicle features and options The manufacturer of the vehicle recommends having the interior filter changed during vehicle maintenance. This chapter describes all standard, country- specific, and optional equipment offered with Automatic climate control the series. It also describes features and func- tions that are not necessarily available in the vehicle, e.g., due to the selected options or Overview...
Page 227 Climate control CONTROLS Setting the temperature Button Function Using the button: Air recirculation mode. Press the upper or lower button side to set the desired temperature. Air conditioning. Via iDrive: Maximum cooling. "CAR" "Settings" Seat heating, refer to page 116. "Climate control"...
Page 228 CONTROLS Climate control Maximum cooling "Heating/ventilation" "Automatic" Principle Depending on the selected temperature and The system is set to the lowest temperature, outside influences, the air is directed to the optimum air flow and recirculated-air mode windshield, side windows, upper body, and with the drive-ready state switched on.
Page 229 Climate control CONTROLS Defrost function tain amount of time, depending on the envi- ronmental conditions. Principle With constant air recirculation mode, the air quality in the interior deteriorates and window Ice and condensation are quickly removed fogging increases. from the windshield and the front side win- If there is window condensation, switch off re- dows.
Page 230 CONTROLS Climate control Automatic climate control Button Function with enhanced features Seat heating, refer to page 116. Overview Air conditioning. Open Climate menu such as Buttons in the vehicle for the following settings: up- per body temperature adjust- ment, pre-ventilation. Some of the functions can also be used via voice, e.g., temperature.
Page 231 Climate control CONTROLS ▷ Air distribution, manual. The air flow of the ventilation in the upper body area heats or cools noticeably, depending on ▷ Defrosting the windshield the adjusted temperature. Turning off This does not change the set interior tempera- ture for the driver and front passenger.
Page 232 CONTROLS Climate control Air conditioning is switched on automatically The LED of the button is illuminated with the with the AUTO program. AUTO program switched on. When using the cooling mode, condensation Via iDrive: that will exit below the vehicle. "CAR"...
Page 233 Climate control CONTROLS Switch air recirculation on/off The selected intensity is shown on the climate control display. Using the button: Press the button. Automatic recirculated-air control The LED of the button is illuminated when the air-recirculation mode is switched Principle The automatic recirculated-air control recog- nizes pollutants in the outside air.
Page 234 CONTROLS Climate control The air flow may be reduced to preserve the The program is switched off automatically if vehicle battery. the settings on the front passenger side are changed. Manual air distribution Defrost function Principle Principle The air distribution for climate control can be adjusted manually.
Page 235 Climate control CONTROLS Ventilation Pre-ventilation Principle Principle The air flow directions can be adjusted individ- The car's interior can be cooled or heated ually for direct or indirect ventilation. before driving off with the pre-ventilation. De- pending on set temperature and ambient tem- Setting the ventilation perature, the car's interior is ventilated or pos- sibly heated using the residual engine heat.
Page 236 CONTROLS Climate control Departure time Using the button Functional requirement Principle When the vehicle is in standby state, the pre- Different departure times can be set to ensure ventilation can be switched on or off with the a comfortable interior temperature in the vehi- automatic climate control buttons.
Page 237 Climate control CONTROLS Via iDrive or areas with insufficient ventilation, e.g. in enclosed garages. "CAR" "Settings" "Climate control" Warning "Pre-ventilation" When stationary climate control is in opera- "Departure plan" tion, high temperatures can occur underneath Activate the desired departure time. the body, for instance caused by the exhaust system.
Page 238 CONTROLS Climate control Switching off with the Start/Stop Via iDrive: button "CAR" The system can be switched off directly as fol- "Settings" lows: pressing the Start/Stop button, without "Climate control" depressing the brake pedal. "Preconditioning/ventilation" Switching on via departure time "Remote Engine Start"...
Page 239 Climate control CONTROLS Adjusting the departure time via iDrive "CAR" "Settings" "Climate control" "Preconditioning/ventilation" "Departure plan" Select the desired departure time. Set the departure time. Select day of the week, if needed. Activating the departure time via iDrive "CAR" "Settings" "Climate control"...
Page 240: Interior Equipment
CONTROLS Interior equipment Interior equipment Vehicle features and options Safety information This chapter describes all standard, country- Warning specific, and optional equipment offered with The operation of remote-controlled systems the series. It also describes features and func- with the integrated universal remote control tions that are not necessarily available in the such as the garage door may result in injury, vehicle, e.g., due to the selected options or...
Page 241 Interior equipment CONTROLS Control elements on the interior Canada: if programming with the hand-held transmitter was interrupted, hold down the mirror interior mirror button and repeatedly press and release the hand-held transmitter but- ton for 2 seconds. 6. ▷ The LED illuminates green: program- ming completed.
Page 242 CONTROLS Interior equipment Synchronizing the universal remote control Release the button. with the system: ▷ The LED flashes fast: the hand-held transmitter was detected but program- Park the vehicle within range of the remote- ming is not complete. controlled system. Press the button on the interior mirror Program the relevant button on the interior for 2 seconds and release.
Page 243 Interior equipment CONTROLS Deleting stored functions Do not damage the socket by using unsuitable connectors. All stored functions will be deleted. The func- tions cannot be deleted individually. Safety information Press and hold the two outer buttons on the interior mirror simultaneously for approxi- mately 10 seconds until the LED on the interior Warning mirror flashes green fast.
Page 244 CONTROLS Interior equipment Center console In the center armrest Slide the cover forward. A USB port is located in the center armrest. The socket is located next to the wireless Properties: charging tray. Detach the cover. ▷ USB port Type C. ▷...
Page 245 Interior equipment CONTROLS The USB port is located next to the wireless Mounting position of the product. charging tray. Properties: Safety information ▷ USB port Type A. ▷ For charging of external devices. Warning ▷ Charge current: max. 1.5 A When charging a Qi-compatible device in the ▷...
Page 246 CONTROLS Interior equipment Functional requirements Forgotten warning ▷ The device to be charged must be certified General information according to the Qi standard. A warning can be given if a Qi-certified mobile ▷ Standby state is switched on. phone was forgotten in the wireless charging ▷...
Page 247 To ensure anymore unless the booster is permanently the best possible connection a signal booster deactivated by your local BMW dealer. (LTE-Compensator) is used in conjunction with You must not remove the booster from the car the WCA.
Page 248: Storage Compartments
CONTROLS Storage compartments Storage compartments Vehicle features and options the event of an accident or when braking or making an evasive maneuver. There is a risk of injury. Always close storage compartments This chapter describes all standard, country- immediately after use. specific, and optional equipment offered with the series.
Page 249 Storage compartments CONTROLS Glove compartment while driving. Only stow breakable objects in closed storage compartments. Opening the glove compartment Storage compartment in the center console Opening the storage compartment Pull the handle. Locking the glove compartment The glove compartment can be locked with an integrated key.
Page 250 CONTROLS Storage compartments Opening the storage compartment The lighting of the center armrest switches on. Closing the storage compartment Press the lid down until it clicks into place. Cup holders Safety information Press the button. Warning The lighting of the center armrest switches on. Unsuitable containers in the cup holders may damage the cup holders or be thrown about Closing the storage compartment...
Page 251 Storage compartments CONTROLS Adjusting the net Slide the upper edge of the net up to the cor- rect height. Grab the top of the net as close as possible to the edge next to the holder. At first, a resistance must be overcome. Online Edition for Part no.
Page 252: Cargo Area
CONTROLS Cargo area Cargo area Vehicle features and options Warning Improperly stowed objects can slip and be This chapter describes all standard, country- thrown into the car's interior, for instance in specific, and optional equipment offered with the event of an accident, braking or an eva- the series.
Page 253 Cargo area CONTROLS Lashing eyes in the cargo available cargo and luggage load capacity calculated in Step 4. area If the vehicle will be towing a trailer, load from your trailer will be transferred to the General information vehicle. Consult this manual to determine how this reduces the available cargo and Attach auxiliary materials to secure the cargo luggage load capacity of the vehicle.
Page 254 CONTROLS Cargo area Storage compartment on the holder. At first, a resistance must be overcome. the right side General information A storage compartment is available on the right side of the cargo area. Opening the storage compartment Pull on the handle and fold the flap down. Unlock the cover of the right side trim panel, arrow 1, and fold open, arrow 2.
Page 255 Cargo area CONTROLS Online Edition for Part no. 01405A88B63 - VI/23 OwnersManuals2.com...
Page 256: Driving Tips
DRIVING TIPS Things to remember when driving Things to remember when driving Vehicle features and options Engine, transmission, and axle drive Up to 1,200 miles/2,000 km This chapter describes all standard, country- specific, and optional equipment offered with Do not exceed the maximum engine and road the series.
Page 257 Things to remember when driving DRIVING TIPS General driving notes Hot exhaust system Closing the trunk lid Warning High temperatures can occur underneath the Safety information body, for instance caused by the exhaust system, while driving. Contact with the ex- haust system can cause burns.
Page 258 DRIVING TIPS Things to remember when driving This phenomenon is referred to as aquaplan- The pulsation of the brake pedal and sounds ing. It is characterized by a partial or complete from the hydraulic circuits indicate that the An- loss of contact between the tires and the road tilock Braking System is in its active mode.
Page 259 Things to remember when driving DRIVING TIPS Condensation water under the wise, the brake system may overheat and re- duce braking effect. parked vehicle You can increase the engine braking effect by When using the automatic climate control, con- downshifting, going all the way to first gear, if densation water develops and collects under- needed.
Page 260: Saving Fuel
DRIVING TIPS Saving fuel Saving fuel Vehicle features and options Tires General information This chapter describes all standard, country- specific, and optional equipment offered with Tires can affect consumption in various ways, the series. It also describes features and func- for instance tire size may influence consump- tions that are not necessarily available in the tion.
Page 261 BMW recommends that maintenance work be performed by an authorized service center. For going downhill take your foot off the accel- erator and let the vehicle roll.
Page 262 DRIVING TIPS Saving fuel Overview Activating/deactivating ECO PRO functions The following ECO PRO functions can be acti- vated/deactivated: ▷ "Coasting" ▷ "ECO PRO seat heating" ▷ "ECO PRO climate control" ▷ "ECO PRO light and sight" Coasting Button Efficiency can be optimized by disengaging the engine and coasting in Neutral.
Page 263 Saving fuel DRIVING TIPS ECO PRO bonus range ▷ The current consumption in relation to the average consumption is displayed. A modified driving style helps ▷ Needle in the area of arrow 1: display of you extend your driving range. the energy recovered by coasting or when The range extension can be dis- braking.
Page 264 DRIVING TIPS Saving fuel Activating/deactivating coasting via the D selector lever position. The vehicle con- tinues traveling in Neutral to reduce consump- shift paddles tion. Selector lever position D remains en- Shift to the highest gear by pulling the right gaged.
Page 265 Saving fuel DRIVING TIPS ▷ DSC OFF or TRACTION activated. The more efficient the driving style, the more bars are displayed in color and the faster the ▷ Driving in the dynamic limit range and on bonus range increases. steep uphill or downhill grades. In contrast, a reduced number of bars will be ▷...
Page 266: Mobility Refueling
MOBILITY Refueling Refueling Vehicle features and options Safety information This chapter describes all standard, country- NOTICE specific, and optional equipment offered with With a range below 30 miles/50 km, the the series. It also describes features and func- engine may no longer have sufficient fuel. tions that are not necessarily available in the Engine functions are not ensured anymore.
Page 267 Refueling MOBILITY Turn the fuel cap counterclockwise. Have the fuel filler flap unlocked by an author- ized service center or another qualified service center or repair shop. Place the fuel cap in the bracket attached to the fuel filler flap. Closing Warning The retaining strap of the fuel cap can be...
Page 268: Wheels And Tires
MOBILITY Wheels and tires Wheels and tires Vehicle features and options Tire pressure specifications In the tire inflation pressure table This chapter describes all standard, country- specific, and optional equipment offered with The tire inflation pressure table contains all tire the series.
Page 269 Wheels and tires MOBILITY Checking using tire inflation pressure After correcting the tire pressure specifications in the tire inflation For the flat tire monitor: pressure table Reinitialize the Flat Tire Monitor. Determine the intended tire inflation pres- With Tire Pressure Monitor: sure levels for the mounted tires.
Page 270 MOBILITY Wheels and tires Tire pressure values up to Z4 M40i 100 mph/160 km/h Tire size Pressure specifications in bar/PSI Z4 sDrive30i Specifications Tire size Pressure specifications in in bar/PSI with bar/PSI cold tires Specifications in bar/PSI with 225/50 R 17 2.2 / 32 2.2 / 32 cold tires...
Page 271 Wheels and tires MOBILITY Z4 M40i values in the tire inflation pressure table and adjust as necessary. Tire size Pressure specifications in Tire pressure values over bar/PSI 100 mph/160 km/h Specifications in bar/PSI with Z4 sDrive30i cold tires Tire size Pressure specifications in bar/PSI 225/50 R 17...
Page 272 MOBILITY Wheels and tires Tire age ZR tires: reinforced radial tire for speeds ex- ceeding 150 mph/240 km/h Recommendation Maximum tire load Regardless of the tire tread depth, replace tires Maximum tire load is the maximum permissi- at least every 6 years. ble weight for which the tire is approved.
Page 273 Wheels and tires MOBILITY Traction The traction grades, from highest to lowest, Winter tires, as well as all-season tires with are AA, A, B, and C. better winter performance than summer tires, can be identified by the M+S marking on the Those grades represent the tire's ability to tire side wall.
Page 274 MOBILITY Wheels and tires Tire damage Warning Driving over curbs, road damage or other ob- General information stacles can damage wheels, tires and chassis Check your tires regularly for damage, foreign components. Larger wheels have a smaller bodies lodged in the tread, and tread wear. tire cross-section.
Page 275 Wheels and tires MOBILITY Recommended tire brands Safety information Warning Wheels and tires that are not suitable for the vehicle can damage parts of the vehi- cle. There is a risk of accident. The vehi- cle manufacturer recommends that you use only wheels and tires that have been recom- mended for the vehicle type.
Page 276 MOBILITY Wheels and tires Maximum speed Changing runflat tires When changing from runflat tires to standard Safety information tires, it must be ensured that the vehicle con- tains an emergency wheel or tire mobility kit. For more information, contact an authorized Warning service center or another qualified service cen- If the maximum permissible speed of your...
Page 277 Wheels and tires MOBILITY Repairing a flat tire General information The wheels consist of tires that are self-sup- porting to a limited degree and may also in- Safety precautions clude special rims. ▷ Park the vehicle as far away as possible The reinforcement of the sidewall allows the from passing traffic and on solid ground.
Page 278 MOBILITY Wheels and tires Overview 5 Connector for socket 6 On/off switch Storage Depending on the equipment, storage for the Safety precautions tire repair set is provided as follows: ▷ Park the vehicle as far away as possible ▷ In the cargo area under the cargo floor from passing traffic and on solid ground.
Page 279 Wheels and tires MOBILITY Preparing the tire repair set Unscrew the valve cap from the wheel and screw the connecting piece of the filler hose Insert the sealant bottle into the mount on onto the valve. the housing of the compressor. With the compressor switched off, insert the Turn the sealant bottle clockwise by 90°...
Page 280 MOBILITY Wheels and tires Let the compressor run for max. 10 minutes Stow the tire repair set in the cargo area. to fill in the tire sealant and reach a tire Immediately drive 5 miles/10 km to ensure pressure of 2.5 bar/36 psi. that the tire sealant is evenly distributed in While the tire is being filled with tire sealant, the tire.
Page 281 Wheels and tires MOBILITY Do not continue driving unless a minimum have the electronics checked and replaced at tire pressure of 1.3 bar/19 psi is displayed. the next opportunity. Contact an authorized service center or an- other qualified service center or repair shop. Snow chains Correct the tire pressure to 2.5 bar/36 psi.
Page 282 MOBILITY Wheels and tires Information on the wheel size and rim offset is will then take over the actual tire inflation pres- located on the inside of the wheel. sures as the target pressures. The list can also include wheel/tire sizes that When operating the system, also note the in- are only suitable for certain models.
Page 283 Wheels and tires MOBILITY ▷ For tires with special approval: Select the maximum road speed that will be used with the tires. ▷ After a tire or wheel change, a reset was performed with the correct tire inflation "Save tire settings" pressure.
Page 284 MOBILITY Wheels and tires For tires with special approval: The displayed nominal pressure may change and may differ from the tire inflation pressure performing a reset details on the door pillar of the driver's door. "CAR" The tire inflation pressure can thus be cor- "Vehicle status"...
Page 285 Wheels and tires MOBILITY If there is a significant tire pressure vehicle is equipped with normal tires. Follow the information on runflat tires and continued loss driving with these tires. Message A yellow warning light is illuminated in If a tire inflation pressure check is the instrument cluster.
Page 286 MOBILITY Wheels and tires Safety information If the tire inflation pressure is too low Message Warning A yellow warning light is illuminated in A damaged regular tire with low or no tire the instrument cluster. inflation pressure impacts handling such as steering and braking response.
Page 287 Wheels and tires MOBILITY Runflat tires Measure Reduce your speed and stop cautiously. Safety information Avoid sudden braking and steering maneu- vers. Check whether the vehicle is fitted with Warning standard tires or runflat tires. The vehicle handles differently when a runflat Runflat tires are labeled with a circular icon tire has insufficient or no tire pressure;...
Page 288 MOBILITY Wheels and tires Failure performing a reset Vehicle handling with damaged tires Vehicles driven with a damaged tire will han- Tires with special approval: the system will not dle differently, potentially leading to conditions function correctly if a reset was not performed, such as the following: for example a flat tire may be indicated al- though the tire inflation pressures are correct.
Page 289 Wheels and tires MOBILITY Flat tire monitor cle has been equipped with a tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) that illuminates a low tire pressure telltale when one or more Principle of your tires is significantly under-inflated. Ac- cordingly, when the low tire pressure telltale The flat tire monitor detects a tire pressure illuminates, you should stop and check your loss while driving and issues a warning if the...
Page 290 MOBILITY Wheels and tires Indication of a flat tire ▷ After the tire inflation pressure has been adjusted. A yellow warning light is illuminated in ▷ After a tire or wheel change. the instrument cluster. Performing initialization In addition, an icon with a Check Control mes- sage appears on the control display.
Page 291 Wheels and tires MOBILITY Runflat tires the possible distance traveled may be up to 50 miles/80 km. Safety information Vehicle handling with damaged tires Vehicles driven with a damaged tire will han- Warning dle differently, potentially leading to conditions The vehicle handles differently when a runflat such as the following: tire has insufficient or no tire pressure;...
Page 292 MOBILITY Wheels and tires Changing wheels/tires and risk of damage to property. Only use the jack to change an emergency or spare wheel in the event of a breakdown. General information When using runflat tires or a tire repair set, the wheel does not always need to be changed Warning immediately in the event of a breakdown when...
Page 293 Wheels and tires MOBILITY able objects, for instance rocks, under the proper side of the wheels of both the front and NOTICE rear axles to block the car from rolling downhill. Using an impact wrench to loosen or tighten the wheel lock bolt can damage the wheel Lug bolt lock lock bolt.
Page 294 MOBILITY Wheels and tires Preparing the vehicle Jacking up the vehicle ▷ Park the vehicle on solid and non-slip ground at a safe distance from road traffic. Warning ▷ Turn on the hazard warning system. Hands and fingers can be jammed when us- ▷...
Page 295 Wheels and tires MOBILITY After the wheel change Take your hand away from the jack as soon as the jack is under load and continue turn- Tighten the lug bolts crosswise. The tight- ing the jack crank handle or lever with one ening torque is 101 lbs ft/140 Nm.
Page 296 MOBILITY Wheels and tires moderately and do not exceed a speed of Attach the snap hooks of the luggage 50 mph/80 km/h. straps at the lashing eyes. Secure the luggage straps. Make sure that it is correctly and firmly seated. Overview The emergency wheel and wheel change tools are located in a bag in the cargo area.
Page 297: Engine Compartment
Engine compartment MOBILITY Engine compartment Vehicle features and options vehicle, e.g., due to the selected options or country versions. This also applies to safety functions and systems. When using these This chapter describes all standard, country- functions and systems, the applicable laws specific, and optional equipment offered with and regulations must be observed.
Page 298 MOBILITY Engine compartment Hood Warning Body parts can be jammed when opening Safety information and closing the hood. There is a risk of in- jury. Make sure that the area of movement of hood is clear while opening and closing. Warning Improperly executed work in the engine com- partment can damage vehicle components...
Page 299 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. 01405A88B63 - VI/23 OwnersManuals2.com...
Page 300: Operating Materials
MOBILITY Operating materials Operating materials Vehicle features and options Safety information This chapter describes all standard, country- Caution specific, and optional equipment offered with The use of poor-quality fuels may result in the series. It also describes features and func- harmful engine deposits or damage.
Page 301 Different Check Control messages appear on Recommended gas quality the control display depending on the engine oil level. BMW recommends AKI 91. The vehicle manufacturer recommends having M Performance model: the engine oil changed by an authorized serv- BMW recommends AKI 93.
Page 302 MOBILITY Operating materials System limits NOTICE When making frequent short-distance trips or using a sporty driving style, it may not be pos- Engine oil that is not changed in timely fash- sible to calculate a measured value. In this ion can cause increased engine wear and case, the measured value for the last, suffi- thus engine damage.
Page 303 Operating materials MOBILITY Adding engine oil Overview The oil filler neck is located in the engine com- General information partment. Only add engine oil when the message is dis- Additional information: played in the instrument cluster. The top-up For an overview, refer to page 297. quantity is indicated in the message shown on the control display.
Page 304 The vehicle manufacturer recommends using coolant with If an engine oil suitable for continuous use the BMW LC-18 specification. Do not mix cool- is not available, up to 1 US quart/liter of an ant additives of different colors. Use a 50:50 engine oil with the following oil rating can be mixing ratio of water to coolant additive.
Page 305 Operating materials MOBILITY The coolant level is correct when it is just below the maximum mark in the filler neck. NOTICE Too much water reduces the cooling and an- tifreeze properties of the coolant. There is a risk of damage to property. Use a 50:50 mix- ing ratio of water to coolant additive.
Page 306 Follow the usage instructions on the washer fluid container. The washer fluid reservoir is located in the en- Use of BMW’s Windshield Washer Concen- gine compartment. trate or the equivalent is recommended. Malfunction...
Page 307: Maintenance
Therefore, hand the service advisor the vehicle BMW maintenance system key with which the vehicle was driven most recently. The maintenance system provides service no-...
Page 308 MOBILITY Maintenance Diagnostic socket Position General information Devices connected to the diagnostic socket will trigger the alarm system after locking the vehi- cle. Remove devices connected to the diagnostic socket before locking the vehicle. Additional information: Indicator/warning lights, refer to page 146. There is a diagnostic socket on the driver’s side for reading out vehicle data.
Page 309: Replacing Components
Replacing components MOBILITY Replacing components Vehicle features and options blade. Do not fold in or switch on the wiper without a wiper blade installed. This chapter describes all standard, country- specific, and optional equipment offered with NOTICE the series. It also describes features and func- tions that are not necessarily available in the Folded-out wipers can be jammed when the vehicle, e.g., due to the selected options or...
Page 310 MOBILITY Replacing components Insert the new wiper blade and press it on If, despite driving with the headlights switched until it you hear it snap into the holder. on, moisture such as water droplets increas- ingly forms in the light, have the headlights Fold in the wipers.
Page 311 Replacing components MOBILITY be available without limitation and any Check ▷ With Memory function: store the positions Control messages displayed which relate to again. comfort features will disappear. ▷ Time: update. ▷ Date: update. Charging the battery Disposing of old batteries General information Have old batteries disposed of by an Make sure that the battery is always suffi-...
Page 312 Information on the fuse layout as well as the positions of other fuse boxes is available on the Internet: fusecard.bmw.com. Additional fuse boxes Additional fuse boxes are located in the vehi- cle. In the event of a malfunction, contact an authorized service center or another qualified service center or repair shop.
Page 313: Breakdown Assistance
BMW Assistance Principle In the event of a breakdown, accident or if you have any questions about the vehicle, BMW Assist can be used to contact BMW Group's customer support. Online Edition for Part no. 01405A88B63 - VI/23 OwnersManuals2.com...
Page 314 A voice connection is established. Teleservice Diagnosis Principle Teleservice Diagnosis enables the wireless BMW Group Roadside Assistance can be con- transmission of detailed vehicle data that is tacted if assistance is needed in the event of a important for vehicle diagnosis. This data is breakdown.
Page 315 In addition, a text mes- sage appears on the control display. Emergency Call When BMW Accident Assistance is triggered, data on the vehicle's condition is sent to BMW. Intelligent emergency call Functional requirements ▷ Active ConnectedDrive contract, equipment...
Page 316 ▷ The LED flashes green when a connection to the BMW Response Center has been es- tablished. The BMW Response Center then makes contact with the occupants of the vehicle and initiates further steps to help.
Page 317 Breakdown Assistance MOBILITY Jump-starting Jump-start terminals The jump-start terminal in the engine compart- ment acts as the positive battery terminal. General information A special connection on the body in the engine If the battery is discharged, the engine can compartment acts as the negative battery ter- be started using the battery of another vehicle minal.
Page 318 MOBILITY Breakdown Assistance If the first attempt to start the engine is not ▷ Make sure that the standby state is successful, wait a few minutes before mak- switched on; otherwise, the low beams, tail ing another attempt in order to allow the lights, turn signals, and wipers may be un- discharged battery to recharge.
Page 319 Breakdown Assistance MOBILITY Towing other vehicles Safety information General information NOTICE Switch on the hazard warning system, de- The vehicle can be damaged when towing pending on local regulations. the vehicle with a single lifted axle. There If the electrical system has failed, clearly iden- is a risk of damage to property.
Page 320 MOBILITY Breakdown Assistance ▷ Use nylon ropes or straps, which will enable ▷ Avoid lateral loading of the tow fitting, for the vehicle to be towed without jerking. instance do not lift the vehicle by the tow fitting. ▷ Make sure the tow rope is not twisted when fastening.
Page 321: Vehicle Care
Vehicle Care MOBILITY Vehicle Care Vehicle features and options Steam cleaner and high pressure cleaner This chapter describes all standard, country- Safety information specific, and optional equipment offered with the series. It also describes features and func- tions that are not necessarily available in the NOTICE vehicle, e.g., due to the selected options or When cleaning with high pressure cleaners,...
Page 322 MOBILITY Vehicle Care In a car wash, the vehicle must be able to roll freely. NOTICE Some car washes do not permit persons in the Improper use of automatic car washes can vehicle. The vehicle cannot be locked from the cause damage to the vehicle.
Page 323 The appearance and service life of the convertible top depend on correct vehicle care General information and operation. BMW recommends using vehicle care and Follow the following instructions: cleaning agents from BMW. Suitable vehicle ▷ Clean headliner with a microfiber cloth.
Page 324 MOBILITY Vehicle Care Safety information To guard against discoloration such as from clothing, clean leather and provide leather care roughly every two months. NOTICE Clean light-colored leather more frequently be- Spot remover, paint thinner, solvents, gaso- cause contamination on such surfaces is sub- line or similar can damage the convertible stantially more visible.
Page 325 Vehicle Care MOBILITY Upholstery material care Wiper blades Vacuum regularly with a vacuum cleaner. The wiper blades are cleaned by using the washer system. Clean extensively down to the seams. Avoid rubbing the material vigorously. Avoid cleaning the wiper blades manually, as this may reduce wiper performance.
Page 326 MOBILITY Vehicle Care Carpets and floor mats ▷ Avoid pressure that is too high and do not use any scratching materials. ▷ Use a dry, clean antistatic microfiber Warning cloth for cleaning displays. Objects in the driver's footwell can limit the ▷...
Page 327 Vehicle Care MOBILITY Online Edition for Part no. 01405A88B63 - VI/23 OwnersManuals2.com...
Page 328: Reference
The dimensions can vary depending on the The height of the vehicle can also differ, e.g., model version, equipment version or country- due to tires and vehicle load. specific measurement procedure. BMW Z4 Roadster Width with mirrors in/mm 79.7/2,024 Width without mirrors in/mm 73.4/1,864...
Page 329 Technical data REFERENCE Weights BMW Z4 sDrive 30i Permissible gross weight lbs/kg 3,880/1,760 Payload lbs/kg 459/208 Approved front axle weight lbs/kg 1,852/840 Approved rear axle weight lbs/kg 2,105/955 BMW Z4 M40i Permissible gross weight lbs/kg 4,101/1,860 Payload lbs/kg 538/244 Approved front axle weight...
Page 330: Appendix
REFERENCE Appendix Appendix General information Any updates to the Owner's Manual of the ve- hicle are listed here. Updates made after the editorial deadline The following chapters were updated in the printed version of the Owner's Manual after the editorial deadline for the Integrated Own- er's Manual in the vehicle had closed: ▷...
Page 331 Appendix REFERENCE Online Edition for Part no. 01405A88B63 - VI/23 OwnersManuals2.com...
Page 332: Everything From A To Z
Android Auto, connection to vehicle Acceleration sensor, see G-Meter Android Auto, smartphone integration Accessories and parts Antifreeze, see Washer fluid Accident Assistance, see BMW Accident Assis- Antilock Braking System tance Anti-theft protection, lug bolt lock ACC, see Cruise Control with Distance Con-...
Page 333 Cargo area BMW Accident Assistance Cargo straps, see Lashing eyes in the cargo BMW Assist area BMW Assist, see Owner's Manual for Naviga- Caring Car, BMW Intelligent Personal Assis- tion, Entertainment and Communication tant BMW Digital Key Car key, see Vehicle key...
Page 334 Convenient closing, vehicle key Climate control rules Convenient opening, vehicle key Closing with the Key Card Convertible, convertible top Closing with the smartphone, see BMW Digital Convertible, roof Convertible top Coasting Convertible top, emergency operation Online Edition for Part no. 01405A88B63 - VI/23...
Page 335 Cooling, maximum 228, Diagnostic socket Cooling system Differential lock Cornering light Digital Key Corrosion, brake disks Digital Key, see BMW Digital Key Cosmetic mirror Dimensions Cross Traffic Warning Dimmable interior mirror Cruise Control, see Cruise Control with Dis- Dimming exterior mirror...
Page 336 REFERENCE Everything from A to Z Driving comfort Engine oil, topping up Driving Experience Control Engine oil types to add Driving mode, ECO PRO Engine sound, setting Driving mode, see Driving Experience Con- Engine start, see Drive-ready state trol Engine start, see Jump-starting Driving notes Engine stopping, see Drive-ready state Driving out of parking space...
Page 337 Everything from A to Z REFERENCE First Steps, see Setup Wizard Fuel Flat tire, changing wheels Fuel filler cap Flat tire, continued driving, see Flat tire moni- Fuel filler flap Fuel gauge Flat tire, continued driving, see Tire Pressure Fuel quality Monitor Fuel recommendation Flat tire message, see Flat tire monitor...
Page 338 REFERENCE Everything from A to Z Head restraints, front Instrument lighting Head-up display Instrument panel, see Instrument cluster Head-up display, care Integrated key Head-up display, position, saving see Memory Integrated Owner's Manual in the vehicle function Integrated Universal Remote Control Heated steering wheel Intelligent emergency call Heated steering wheel, climate control rules...
Page 339 Entertainment and Communication Low beams Mobile phones, suitable Lower back support, see Lumbar support Mobile radio in the vehicle Lug bolt lock Mobile Service, see BMW Accident Assis- Luggage straps tance Lumbar support Mobile Service, see BMW Roadside Assis- tance...
Page 340 REFERENCE Everything from A to Z Mounting of child restraint systems Opening with the smartphone, see BMW Digi- MP3 player, see Owner's Manual for Naviga- tal Key tion, Entertainment, Communication Operating concept, iDrive M Sport differential Operating condition of the vehicle...
Page 341 Racing track Reset, Tire Pressure Monitor Radar sensors, see Vehicle sensors Reset, vehicle settings Radiator fluid Restricted Driving, see BMW Digital Key Radio, see Owner's Manual for Navigation, En- RESUME button, Active Cruise Control tertainment and Communication RESUME button, Cruise Control...
Page 342 Sitting safely Sleep mode, see Operating condition of the Safe braking vehicle Safe Share function, see BMW Digital Key Slipperiness, see Outside temperature Safety systems, see Airbags Slippery road, see Outside temperature Safety systems, see Intelligent Safety Smallest turning circle, vehicle...
Page 343 Everything from A to Z REFERENCE Speed Limit Info Storage, tires Speed warning Storing the vehicle Sport differential Stowage, cargo Sport displays Straps for cargo, see Lashing eyes in the cargo SPORT INDIVIDUAL, see Driving Experience area Control Suitable devices SPORT PLUS, see Driving Experience Con- Suitable mobile phones trol...
Page 344 REFERENCE Everything from A to Z Tilting down, front passenger's side exterior Trunk, emergency unlocking mirror, see Automatic Curb Monitor Trunk lid Time Trunk lid, emergency unlocking Time of day, see Time Trunk lid, operating, vehicle key Time setting, automatic Trunk lid, see Trunk lid Tire brands, recommendation Trunk, see Cargo area...
Page 345 VIN, see Vehicle identification number Wi-Fi hotspot, see Wi-Fi hotspot Voice activation system WiFi, see Wi-Fi Voice control Wind deflector Voice control, see BMW Intelligent Personal Window, defrosting 229, Assistant Window fogging 229, Voice recognition Windows, powered Volume, see Owner's Manual for Navigation,...
Page 346 REFERENCE Everything from A to Z Wood parts, care Wordmatch principle, see Entry comparison Workshop, see Service notification Online Edition for Part no. 01405A88B63 - VI/23 OwnersManuals2.com...
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Page 351 California Proposition 65 Warning For vehicles sold in California: Online Edition for Part no. 01405A88B63 - VI/23 OwnersManuals2.com...
Page 352 BMW DRIVER'S GUIDE APP. YOUR DIGITAL VEHICLE INFORMATION. The BMW Driver's Guide app explains the equipment of your vehicle and offers further scopes and functions: All information surrounding navigation, entertainment and communication Photorealistic animations for various vehicle functions Keyword search 360°...

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