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Page 3 750Li xDrive make full use of the technical features available in your BMW. The manual also contains information designed to enhance operating reliability and road safety, and to contribute to maintaining the value of your BMW.
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Page 5: Table Of Contents
The fastest way to find information on a partic‐ ular topic or item is by using the index, refer to Telephone page 288. Office Contacts Using this Owner's Manual BMW ConnectedDrive Notes Mobility At a glance Refueling Cockpit Fuel iDrive...
Page 6: The Fastest Way To Find Information On A Partic
All options and special equipment are marked Information on BMW, e.g., on technology, is with an asterisk *. available on the Internet: bmwusa.com. For options and equipment not described in this Owner's Manual, please refer to the Supple‐...
Page 7: For Your Own Safety
Your vehicle is covered by the fol‐ by other manufacturers to verify if it can be used lowing warranties: on a BMW safely and without risk to either the ▷ New Vehicle Limited Warranty. vehicle, its operation, or its occupants. Genuine ▷...
Page 8: Reporting Safety Defects
Na‐ tional Highway Traffic Safety Administration NHTSA, in addition to notifying BMW of North America, LLC, P.O. Box 1227, Westwood, New Jersey 07675-1227, Telephone 1-800-831-1117.
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Page 11: At A Glance
At a glance These overviews of buttons, switches and displays are intended to familiarize you with your vehicle. You will also become quickly acquainted with the available control concepts and options. Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 606 497 - 03 11 490...
Page 12: Cockpit
Cockpit All around the steering wheel Seating comfort functions* Lane departure warning* 94 Gentleman function* 50 Night Vision with pedestrian de‐ tection* 120 Seat, mirror, steering wheel mem‐ ory* 57 Head-up Display* 123 Active seat* 50 Lamps Roller sunblind* for rear window 45 Front fog lamps* 87 Safety switch for the windows and the roller sun blind* in the rear 45 Parking...
Page 13 Automatic headlamp con‐ Increase distance* 107 trol* 85 Daytime running lights* 85 Decrease distance* 107 Adaptive light control* 85 High-beam Assistant* 86 10 Instrument cluster 14 Instrument lighting 87 11 Steering wheel buttons, right Entertainment source Steering column stalk, left Turn signal 70 Volume High beams, head‐ Voice activation* 25 lamp flasher 70 High-beam...
Page 14 Instrument cluster Fuel gauge 75 External temperature 76 Speedometer Electronic displays 16 Indicator/warning lamps 14 Miles, trip miles 77 Tachometer 76 Clock 80 Engine oil temperature 76 10 Reset miles 77 Indicator/warning lamps Overview: indicator/warning lamps Symbol Function or system Instrument cluster Turn signal Parking brake Parking brake in Canadian models Automatic Hold* The indicator and warning lamps can light up in a variety of combinations and colors.
Page 15: Text Messages
Symbol Function or system Symbol Function or system High beams Steering system High-beam Assistant* Emissions Parking lamps, headlamp control Brake system Brake system in Canadian models Active Cruise Control* Vehicle detection, Active Cruise Antilock Brake System ABS Control* Antilock Brake System ABS in Cana‐ Cruise control* dian models Lane departure warning*...
Page 16 Instrument cluster, electronic displays Symbols and messages, e.g., warnings 14 Selection list, e.g., radio 77 Range 75 Transmission displays 74 Computer 77 Navigation display* 152 Service display 81 Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 606 497 - 03 11 490...
Page 17: All Around The Center Console
All around the center console Headliner 18 PDC Park Distance Con‐ trol* 113 Control Display 19 View* 119 Glove compartment, top/bottom 138 Backup camera* 116 vent 128 Side View* 118 Hazard warning system 266 HDC Hill Descent Control* 99 Central locking system 39 Dynamic Driving Control 102 Radio 172 CD/Multimedia 179 DSC Dynamic Stability Con‐ Automatic climate control 125 trol 102...
Page 18 All around the headliner Emergency Request* 266 Reading lamps* 87 Glass sunroof, powered* 46 Interior lamps 87 Indicator lamp, front passenger airbag* 90 Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 606 497 - 03 11 490...
Page 19: Idrive
iDrive The concept Switching off The iDrive combines the functions of a multitude Press the button. of switches. Thus, these functions can be oper‐ "Switch off control display" ated from a central location. Using the iDrive during a trip To avoid becoming distracted and posing an unnecessary hazard to your vehicle's occu‐...
Page 20: Operating Concept
Move in four directions. All iDrive functions can be called up via the main menu. Selecting menu items Menu items shown in white can be selected. Turn the controller until the desired menu item is highlighted. Buttons on controller Press the button Function MENU Open the main menu.
Page 21: Setting The Clock
White arrows pointing to the left or right indicate Turn the controller until the desired setting that additional panels can be opened. is displayed. View of an opened menu When a menu is opened, it generally opens with the panel that was last selected in that menu. To display the first panel of a menu: ▷...
Page 22 Radio symbols Turn the controller until "Time/Date" is high‐ lighted, and then press the controller. Symbol Meaning Traffic bulletins* are switched on. HD Radio™* is switched on. Satellite radio* is switched on. Telephone symbols Symbol Meaning Turn the controller until "Time:" is high‐ lighted, and then press the controller.
Page 23 Press the controller or select "Split screen Symbol Meaning content". USB audio interface*. Select the desired menu item. Mobile phone audio interface*. Additional symbols Symbol Meaning Spoken instructions* are switched off. Request of the current vehicle posi‐ tion*. Programmable memory buttons Split screen* General information...
Page 24 Switching between upper and lower case letters Depending on the menu, you can switch be‐ tween entering upper and lower case letters: Symbol Function Move the controller up: switch from upper to lower case letters. Move the controller up: switch ▷...
Page 25: Voice Activation System
Voice activation system* The concept Terminating the voice activation system ▷ The voice activation system can be used to Briefly press the button on the steering wheel operate functions by means of spoken com‐ or ›Cancel‹. mands. ▷ Most menu items on the Control Display can be voiced as commands.
Page 26: Adjusting The Volume
Example: playing back a CD ▷ The volume is stored for the remote control currently in use. Switch on the Entertainment sound output if necessary. Notes on Emergency Requests Press the button on the steering wheel. Do not use the voice activation system to initiate ›C D and multimedia‹...
Page 27: Integrated Owner's Manual In The Vehicle
Integrated Owner's Manual in the vehicle The integrated Owner's Manual can be dis‐ ▷ "Owner's Manual" played on the Control Display. The equipment and functions that are in the vehicle are descri‐ bed therein. Components of the integrated Owner's Manual The integrated Owner's Manual consists of three parts, which offer various levels of infor‐...
Page 28: General Information
Storing Press the button or move the controller Select "Owner's Manual" via the iDrive. to the right repeatedly until the "Options" menu is displayed. Press the desired button for more "Display Owner's Manual" than 2 seconds. Opening when a Check Control Executing message is displayed Press the button.
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Page 31: Controls
Controls This chapter is intended to provide you with information that will give you complete control of your vehicle. All features and accessories that are useful for driving and your safety, comfort and convenience are described here. Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 606 497 - 03 11 490...
Page 32: Opening And Closing
Opening and closing Remote control/key Integrated key Buttons on the remote control Press the button on the back of the remote con‐ trol, arrow 1, and pull out the key, arrow 2. Unlocking The integrated key fits the following locks: Locking ▷...
Page 33: Profile Management
Personal Profile Take the used battery to a recycling cen‐ ter or to your service center. The concept New remote controls Personal Profile concept You can obtain new remote controls from your You can set several of your vehicle's functions service center.
Page 34 "Profiles" "Settings" "Profiles" "Import profile" Select a profile. The profile that is opened is assigned to the re‐ mote control currently in use. USB interface, refer to page 138: "USB device" Renaming profiles "Settings" Exporting profiles "Profiles" Most settings of the active profile and the saved The current profile is selected.
Page 35: Central Locking System
Display profile list during start ▷ Radio, refer to page 172: stored stations, station listened to last, special settings. The profile list can be displayed during each start for selecting the desired profile. ▷ Backup camera, refer to page 116: selec‐ tion of functions and type of display.
Page 36: Using The Remote Control
▷ The alarm system*, refer to page 43, is "Unlock button:" armed or disarmed. Operating from the inside Select the desired function: ▷ "Driver's door only" Only the driver's door and the fuel filler Via the button for the central locking system. flap are unlocked.
Page 37 Retrieving the seat, mirror, and Press the button on the remote control steering wheel settings for at least 3 seconds. The driver's seat, exterior mirror, and steering To switch off the alarm: press any button. wheel positions selected last are stored for the currently used remote control.
Page 38: Manual Operation
For US owners only Remove the key before pulling the door handle The transmitter and receiver units comply with part 15 of the FCC/Federal Communication Before pulling the outside door handle, remove Commission regulations. Operation is governed the key to avoid damaging the paintwork and the by the following: key.◀...
Page 39: Unlocking And Opening
Opening and closing: from the The vehicle locks automatically after you drive away. inside Unlocking and opening* Doors ▷ Either unlock the doors together using the button for the central locking system and Automatic Soft Closing* then pull the door handle above the armrest To close the doors, push lightly.
Page 40: Locking The Vehicle
Opening from the inside Danger of pinching Push the button in the driver's footwell. Make sure that the closing path of the trunk lid is clear; otherwise, injuries may result.◀ If the vehicle is stationary, the trunk lid opens if Do not place the remote control in the it is not locked.
Page 41 ▷ Press the button on the remote control or in the driver's footwell. Pressing the button again stops the motion. The opening process is interrupted as well: ▷ When starting the engine. ▷ When the vehicle starts moving. ▷ By pressing the button in the driver's foot‐ well.
Page 42: Emergency Unlocking
When the center armrest is locked, the tailgate ▷ The engine can only be started if the remote cannot be accessed. This is beneficial when the control is inside the vehicle. vehicle is parked using valet service. The infra‐ Comparison with ordinary remote red remote control can be handed out without control the key.
Page 43: Switching Off The Alarm
Arming and disarming the alarm Monitor the closing process system Monitor the closing process to ensure that no one becomes trapped.◀ General information When you lock or unlock the vehicle, either with Unlocking the trunk lid separately the remote control or at the door lock*, the alarm Press the button on the exterior of the trunk lid, system is armed or disarmed at the same time.
Page 44: Power Windows
Indicator lamp on the interior rearview ▷ During transport on car-carrying trains, at mirror sea or on a trailer. ▷ When animals are to remain in the vehicle. Switching off the tilt alarm sensor and interior motion sensor Press the button on the remote control twice in succession.
Page 45: Roller Sunblinds
Closing Pull the switch past the resistance point and hold it there. Danger of pinching Pinch protection is limited and the window Monitor the closing process and make reopens slightly if the closing force exceeds sure that the closing path of the window is clear; a certain value.
Page 46 Roller blind for rear window If you are no longer able to move the roller blinds after having activated them consecutively a Press the button. number of times, the system is blocked for a limited time to prevent overheating. Let the sys‐ tem cool.
Page 47 sliding visor stays completely Danger of pinching even with pinch pro‐ open. tection Pressing the switch again Despite the pinch protection system, check that closes the sliding visor al‐ the roof's closing path is clear; otherwise, the most completely. closing action may not be interrupted in certain extreme situations, such as when thin objects Opening/closing the sliding visor are present.◀...
Page 48: Adjusting
Adjusting Sitting safely Overview The ideal seating position can make a vital con‐ tribution to relaxed, fatigue-free driving. The seating position plays an important role in an accident in combination with: ▷ Safety belts, refer to page 53. ▷ Head restraints, refer to page 54. ▷...
Page 49: Lumbar Support
Seat tilt. ▷ Press the front/rear section of the switch. The curvature is increased/decreased. Backrest tilt. ▷ Press the upper/lower section of the switch. The curvature is shifted up/down. Backrest width* Thigh support*. Change the width of the backrest using the side wings to adjust the lateral support.
Page 50: Active Seat
Gentleman function* Front seat heating* The front passenger seat can be adjusted with the switches of the driver's seat. Switching on Press the button once for each temper‐ ature level. Press the button. The LED lights up. The maximum temperature is reached when Adjust the front passenger seat on your own three LEDs are lit.
Page 51: Rear Seats
Front active seat ventilation* At a glance The seat cushion and backrest surfaces are cooled by means of integrated fans. The ventilation rapidly cools the seat, e.g., if the vehicle interior is overheated or for continuous cooling at high temperatures. Forward/backward, tilt Backrest Adjust front passenger seat...
Page 52: Switching Off
Backrest tilt. Adjust the passenger seat, e.g., forward/ back. Press the button to deactivate the function, arrow. The function deactivates itself automatically af‐ ter some time. Reset* to standard position Lumbar support The contour of the seat backrest can be ad‐ justed in such a way that it supports the lumbar region of the spine.
Page 53: Active Seat Ventilation
Rear seat heating* Active seat ventilation* Switching on Switching on Press the button once for each temper‐ Press the button once for each ventila‐ ature level. tion level. The maximum temperature is reached when The highest level is active when three LEDs are three LEDs are lit.
Page 54: Front Passenger Seat
One person per safety belt Guide the belt back into its reel. Never allow more than one person to wear Safety belt reminder for the driver's and a single safety belt. Never allow infants or small front passenger seat children to ride on a passenger's lap.◀ The indicator lamp flashes or lights up Putting on the belt and a signal sounds.
Page 55: Rear Head Restraints
▷ Do not hang objects, e.g., clothes hangers, on the head restraints. ▷ Only attach accessories approved by BMW to the seat or head restraint. Otherwise, the protective function of the active head restraint will be impaired and the personal safety of the occupants will be endangered.◀...
Page 56 Adjusting the height: electrical* Adjusting the head restraint Correctly adjust the head restraints of all ▷ The head restraints on the left and right rear occupied seats; otherwise, there is an increased passenger seats extend automatically risk of injury in an accident.◀ whenever a passenger in the rear seat fas‐...
Page 57 Seat, mirror, and steering wheel memory* General information Front Pull the head restraint upward as far as pos‐ sible. Press the button, arrow 1, and pull the head restraint out completely. Before transporting passengers Reinstall the head restraint before trans‐ porting anyone in the seat;...
Page 58: Exterior Mirrors
Mirrors Calling up settings Do not retrieve the memory while driving Exterior mirrors Do not retrieve the memory setting while driving, as an unexpected movement of the seat At a glance or steering wheel could result in an accident.◀ Comfort function Open the driver's door.
Page 59: Automatic Dimming Feature
Storing positions* Automatic heating Seat, mirror, and steering wheel memory, refer Both exterior mirrors are automatically heated to page 57. whenever the engine is running. Adjusting manually Automatic dimming feature If an electrical malfunction occurs, for example, Both exterior mirrors are automatically dimmed. press the edges of the mirror glass.
Page 60: Steering Wheel
Illuminated vanity mirror* in Adjusting the rear Folding down The steering wheel can be adjusted in four di‐ rections. Storing the position Press the button. Seat, mirror, and steering wheel memory, refer The vanity mirror folds down. to page 57. The angle can be adjusted by hand.
Page 61: Transporting Children Safely
Transporting children safely The right place for children Installing child restraint fixing systems Note Before mounting Children in the vehicle If the rear seat backrests are adjustable: Do not leave children unattended in the vehicle; otherwise, they could endanger them‐ Before mounting child restraint fixing systems, selves and other persons, e.g., by opening the return all of the rear seat backrests to the basic...
Page 62: Child Seat Security
LATCH child restraint fixing Backrest width* system Before installing a child restraint fixing system in the front passenger seat, open the backrest LATCH: Lower Anchors and Tether for CHil‐ width completely. Do not change the backrest dren. width again and do not call up a memory posi‐ tion.
Page 63 Mounting LATCH child restraint fixing systems on power rear seats* Before mounting, adjust the seats to their basic position, refer to page 52. For better accessibility, tilt the backrest back slightly. Mount the child restraint fixing system; refer to the operating instructions of the system. Ensure that both LATCH anchors are prop‐...
Page 64 Locking the doors and windows Rear doors Push the locking lever on the rear doors down. The door can now be opened from the outside only. Safety switch for the rear Press the button on the driver's door if children are being transported in the rear.
Page 65: Driving
Driving Start/Stop button Transmission position P with the ignition The concept When the ignition is switched off, position P is engaged automatically. When in an automatic Pressing the Start/Stop button car wash, for example, ensure that the ignition is switches the ignition on or off and not switched off accidentally.◀...
Page 66: Switching Off The Engine
Switching off the engine Before leaving the car with the engine running, set the parking brake and place the transmission Engage transmission position P with the ve‐ in position P or neutral to prevent the car from hicle stopped. moving.◀ Press the Start/Stop button.
Page 67: While Driving
Set the parking brake and further secure Secure the vehicle in a manner appropriate to the vehicle as required the inclination of the road, e.g., with a wheel chock; otherwise, there is the danger of the ve‐ Set the parking brake firmly when parking; oth‐ hicle rolling.◀...
Page 68 Place the release tool on the release point, Press the switch while the brake is de‐ arrow. pressed or transmission position P is en‐ gaged. It may take several seconds for the brake to be put into operation. Any sounds associated with this are normal.
Page 69 The indicator lamp switches from green The indicator lamp lights up in green. to red and the letters AUTO H go out. Step on the accelerator pedal to drive Lower lamp: indicator lamp in Canadian off. models The brake is released automatically. Before driving away: The indicator lamp goes out.
Page 70 Turn signal, high beams, High beams, headlamp flasher headlamp flasher Turn signal Using turn signals ▷ High beams, arrow 1. ▷ Headlamp flasher, arrow 2. Washer/wiper system Press the lever beyond the resistance point. Switching the wipers on/off and brief To switch off manually, press the lever to the re‐...
Page 71: Rain Sensor
Switching off and brief wipe Deactivate the rain sensor in car washes Deactivate the rain sensor when passing through an automatic car wash; otherwise, dam‐ age could be caused by undesired wiper activa‐ tion.◀ Rain sensor sensitivity Press the wiper levers down. The lever automatically returns to its initial po‐...
Page 72: Washer Fluid
Windshield washer nozzles Washer fluid reservoir The washer jets are automatically heated* Adding washer fluid whenever the ignition is switched on. Only add washer fluid when the engine is cool, and then close the cover completely to Fold-out position of the wipers avoid contact between the washer fluid and hot Required when changing the wiper blades or engine parts.
Page 73 Engaging D, R and N When the ignition is switched off, refer to page 65, position P is engaged automatically. P Park Select only when the vehicle is stationary. The drive wheels are blocked. P is engaged automatically: ▷ After the engine is switched off, if the car is in radio ready state, refer to page 65, or if the ignition is switched off, refer to page 65, and if position R or D is engaged.
Page 74 Sport program and manual mode M/S Displays in the instrument cluster The transmission position is dis‐ Activating the sport program played, for instance, P. Push the selector lever to the left out of trans‐ mission position D. DS is displayed in the instrument cluster. This position is recommended for a perform‐...
Page 75: Displays
Displays Instrument cluster At a glance Fuel gauge External temperature Speedometer Electronic displays Indicator/warning lamps Miles, trip miles Tachometer Clock Oil temperature 10 Display/reset miles Fuel gauge ▷ The remaining range is shown on the computer. The vehicle inclination may cause the display to vary.
Page 76: Coolant Temperature
Displaying the cruising range Coolant temperature "Settings" Should the coolant, and with it the engine, be‐ come too hot, a Check Control message is dis‐ "Info display" played. "Additional indicators" Check the coolant level, refer to page 256. External temperature External temperature warning If the display drops to +37 ℉/ +3 ℃, a signal sounds.
Page 77: Instrument Cluster
Selection lists in the The bar display for the current fuel consumption is displayed in the instrument cluster. instrument cluster Energy recovery The concept The energy of motion of the ve‐ hicle is converted to electrical en‐ ergy while coasting. The vehicle battery is partially charged and fuel consumption can be low‐...
Page 78: Average Fuel Consumption
Calling up information on the info Select the desired displays. display Information in detail Press the computer button on the turn signal lever. Range Information is displayed on the info display of the Displays the estimated cruising range available instrument cluster. with the remaining fuel.
Page 79: Trip Computer
Time of arrival* "Select current speed" The estimated time of arrival is Press the controller. displayed if a destination is en‐ The current vehicle speed is stored as the tered in the navigation system* limit. before the trip is started. Resetting values The time must be correctly set.
Page 80 Resetting the fuel consumption or Turn the controller until the desired hours speed are displayed. "Vehicle Info" Press the controller. "Onboard info" Turn the controller until the desired minutes are displayed. "Cons." or "Speed" Press the controller. The time is stored. Setting the time format "Settings"...
Page 81: Setting The Language
The date format is stored. The setting is stored for the remote control cur‐ rently in use. Language Brightness Setting the language Setting the brightness To set the language on the Control Display: To set the brightness of the Control Display: "Settings"...
Page 82: The Indicator And Warning Lamps Can Light Up In
Detailed information on service matically transmitted to your service center be‐ requirements fore a service due date. More information on the scope of service re‐ You can check when your service center was quired can be displayed on the Control Display. notified.
Page 83 message and the meaning of the indicator and They are stored and can be displayed again warning lamps. later. Supplementary text messages Displaying stored Check Control messages Addition information, such as on the cause of a fault or the required action, can be called up via "Vehicle Info"...
Page 84: Lamps
Lamps At a glance Welcome lamps When parking the vehicle, leave the switch in position : the parking and interior lamps light up briefly when the vehicle is un‐ locked. Activating/deactivating "Settings" "Lighting" "Welcome light" Rear fog lamps* Front fog lamps* Automatic headlamp control / adaptive light control* / high-beam assistant* / welcome lamps / daytime running lights*...
Page 85: Roadside Parking Lamps
Roadside parking lamps The setting is stored for the remote control cur‐ rently in use. Automatic headlamp control Switch position : the low beams are switched on and off automatically, e.g., in tunnels, in twi‐ light or if there is precipitation. The indicator lamp in the instrument cluster lights up.
Page 86 To avoid blinding oncoming traffic, the adaptive The indicator lamp in the instrument light control directs light towards the front pas‐ cluster lights up. senger side when the vehicle is at a standstill. When the lights are switched on, the When driving in reverse, only the turning lamp is high beams are switched on and off automati‐...
Page 87: Instrument Lighting
Interior lamps ▷ In poorly-lit towns and cities and in the pres‐ ence of highly reflective signs. General information ▷ At low speeds. The interior lamps, footwell lamps, entry lamps ▷ When the windshield in front of the interior and courtesy lamps are controlled automati‐ rearview mirror is fogged over, dirty or cov‐...
Page 88: Safety
Safety Airbags Front airbag, driver Side airbag Front airbag, front passenger Knee airbags Head airbag Front airbags Knee airbag Front airbags help protect the driver and front The knee airbag supports the legs in a frontal passenger by responding to frontal impacts in impact.
Page 89 ▷ There should be no people, animals, or ob‐ Only have the airbags checked, repaired or dis‐ jects between an airbag and a person. mantled and the airbag generator scrapped by your service center or a workshop that has the ▷...
Page 90: Deactivation System
Child restraint fixing system in the front ▷ The indicator lamp lights up passenger seat when a child who is properly seated in a child restraint fix‐ Before transporting a child on the front passen‐ ing system intended for that ger seat, see the safety notes and instructions purpose is detected on the under Children on the front passenger seat.◀...
Page 91: Tire Pressure Monitor Tpm
Status display If the message does not disappear after a repeat calibration, have the system checked as soon as The current status of the Tire Pressure Monitor possible. TPM can be displayed on the Control Display, e.g., whether or not the TPM is active. Unobstructed area of movement Ensure that the area of movement of the "Vehicle Info"...
Page 92: Resetting The System
For Canadian models: additional ▷ The system was not reset after a wheel information change and thus warns based on the infla‐ tion pressures initialized last. The status display additionally shows the cur‐ rent tire inflation pressures and tire tempera‐ Reduce your speed and stop cautiously.
Page 93 Continued driving with a flat tire come loose and cause an accident. Do not con‐ tinue driving, and contact your service center.◀ If continuing to drive with a damaged tire: Avoid sudden braking and steering maneu‐ Message when the system was not vers.
Page 94: Displays
Switching on/off or more of your tires is significantly under-in‐ flated. Accordingly, when the low tire pressure telltale illuminates, you should stop and check your tires as soon as possible, and inflate them to the proper pressure. Driving on a significantly under-inflated tire causes the tire to overheat and can lead to tire failure.
Page 95 Camera ▷ When braking hard. ▷ When using the turn signal. System limits Personal responsibility The system cannot serve as a substitute for the driver's personal judgment of the course of the road and the traffic situation. In the event of a warning, do not jerk the steering wheel, as you may lose control of the vehicle.◀...
Page 96: Radar Sensors
Switching on/off System limits Personal responsibility The system cannot serve as a substitute for the driver's personal judgment of the traffic situation. In the event of a warning, do not jerk the steering wheel, as you may lose control over the vehi‐ cle.◀...
Page 97: Brake Force Display
For US owners only The transmitter and receiver units comply with part 15 of the FCC/Federal Communication Commission regulations. Operation is governed by the following: FCC ID: ▷ NBG009014A. Compliance statement: This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules.
Page 98: Driving Stability Control Systems
Driving stability control systems Antilock Brake System ABS Driving off without delay After releasing the foot brake, start driving ABS prevents locking of the wheels during brak‐ without delay, since the drive-off assistant will ing. not hold the vehicle in place for more than ap‐ The vehicle remains steerable even during full prox.
Page 99: Traction Control
DTC Dynamic Traction You can activate the Hill Descent Control at speeds below approx. 22 mph/35 km/h. When Control driving downhill, the vehicle reduces its speed to approx. twice walking speed and then keeps The concept its speed constant. The DTC system is a version of the DSC in which While you are actively braking, the system is on forward momentum is optimized.
Page 100: Dynamic Drive
Dynamic Drive* Activating HDC The concept Dynamic Drive reduces the lateral inclination of the vehicle that occurs during rapid driving in curves or during quick evasive maneuvers. Driving stability and driving comfort are in‐ creased under all driving conditions. The system utilizes active stabilizer bars on the front and rear axles that react immediately to all driving situa‐...
Page 101: Using Snow Chains
NORMAL ing wheel approx. 6 times or if the steering wheel is at an angle. Balanced tuning between the COMFORT and SPORT programs. Using snow chains COMFORT Ensure that the rear axle steering is deactivated when using snow chains, refer to page 252. Comfort-oriented tuning of the shock absorbers for optimal traveling comfort.
Page 102: Dynamic Driving Control
Malfunction To increase vehicle stability, activate DSC again as soon as possible. A Check Control message is displayed. A mal‐ function has occurred in the self-leveling sus‐ Activating DSC OFF pension. Vehicle handling may be altered and driving comfort may be noticeably reduced. Visit Press and hold the button, but not lon‐...
Page 103 The indicator lamp lights up: TRACTION "Settings" is activated. "SPORT mode" SPORT+ Sporty driving with optimized chassis and sus‐ pension during limited driving stabilization. Dynamic Traction Control is switched on. The driver handles several of the stabilization tasks. Activating SPORT+ Configure the program.
Page 104 Program selection Pressing the button displays a list of the select‐ able programs. Display on the Control Display Program changes can be displayed briefly on the Control Display. To do so, make the following settings: "Settings" "Control display" "Display driving settings" Online Edition for Part no.
Page 105: Driving Comfort
Press the button on the steering wheel. Even if some time passes before the vehicle drives away again, the BMW can still be accel‐ The indicator lamps in the instrument cluster erated automatically and simply. light up and the marking in the speedometer is As soon as the road is clear, it accelerates to the set to the current speed.
Page 106 The displays go out. The stored desired speed Adapting the desired speed and distance are deleted. Adapt the desired speed to the road con‐ ditions and be ready to brake at all times; other‐ Interrupting wise, there is the danger of an accident occur‐ When active, press the button.
Page 107 Reduce distance Rolling bars in the distance indicator mean that the vehicle ahead of you has driven off. Press the button repeatedly until the desired distance is set. You actively braked your vehicle to a halt by pressing on the brake pedal and it is standing The selected distance, refer to page 108, is dis‐...
Page 108 requirements for operation are currently not The system was deactivated but applies the met. brakes until you actively assume control by pressing on the brake pedal or accelerator. Distance to vehicle ahead of you The vehicle symbol flashes red and an The selected distance to the vehicle driving acoustic signal sounds: ahead of you is shown.
Page 109: Radar Sensor
No warnings pedal is released, the system becomes active again and independently controls the speed. A warning may not be issued when ap‐ proaching a stationary or very slow-moving ob‐ Driving away stacle. You must react yourself; otherwise, there is the danger of an accident occurring.◀ In some situations, the vehicle cannot drive away automatically, e.g., on steep inclines or be‐...
Page 110: Collision Warning
Collision warning* Commission regulations. Operation is governed by the following: The concept FCC ID: The system issues a two-phase warning of a ▷ OAYARS3-A danger of collision at speeds above approx. Compliance statement: 10 mph/15 km/h. This device complies with part 15 of the FCC The collision warning is available even if cruise Rules.
Page 111: Functional Limitations
Detection range Press the button The detection capacity of the radar sensor and the collision warning has limitations. ▷ On: the LED lights up. This may result in the warning not being issued ▷ Off: the LED goes out. or being issued late. The state is stored for the remote control cur‐...
Page 112 Otherwise, you could lose control of the vehicle The system is automatically interrupted if: and cause an accident.◀ ▷ The brakes are applied. ▷ The clutch pedal is depressed. Controls ▷ Transmission position D is disengaged. ▷ DTC Dynamic Traction Control is activated Buttons at a glance or DSC is deactivated.
Page 113 If active, the displayed speed is stored and the ▷ The marking lights up in vehicle reaches the stored speed if the road is green: the system is active. clear. ▷ The marking lights up in or‐ ▷ Each time the rocker switch is pressed to the ange: the system has been point of resistance, the desired speed in‐...
Page 114 Switching on automatically cle with your own eyes. Otherwise, an accident could result from road users or objects located Select transmission position R with the engine outside of the PDC detection range. running. Loud noises from outside and inside the vehicle Switching off automatically may prevent you from hearing the PDC's signal tone.◀...
Page 115 ▷ If the vehicle stops in front of an object that ▷ Transmission position R engaged: rear area is detected by only one of the corner sen‐ of the vehicle. sors. Display on the Control Display ▷ If moving parallel to a wall. The signal tone is switched off: Switching on the backup camera via the ▷...
Page 116 Backup camera* ▷ On: the LED lights up. ▷ Off: the LED goes out. The concept The PDC is shown on the Control Display. The backup camera provides assistance in park‐ Switch on the backup camera via the iDrive, refer ing and maneuvering backwards.
Page 117 ▷ Show the course of the smallest possible Their colored steps match the markings of the turning circle on a level road. PDC. This simplifies estimation of the distance to the object shown. ▷ Only one turning circle line is displayed when the steering wheel is turned.
Page 118: Side View
Camera Switching on/off manually The camera lens is located in the handle of the Press the button. trunk lid. The image quality may be impaired by dirt. Display on the Control Display Clean the lens, refer to page 273. The traffic area to the left and right is displayed on the Control Display.
Page 119: Top View
Cameras Check the traffic situation as well Check the traffic situation around the ve‐ hicle with your own eyes. Otherwise, an accident could result from road users or objects located outside the picture area of the cameras.◀ Switching on automatically Select transmission position R with the engine running.
Page 120 Displaying the turning circle and pathway lines ▷ The static, red turning circle line shows the space needed to the side of the vehicle when the steering wheel is turned all the way. ▷ The variable, green pathway line assists you in assessing the amount of space actually needed to the side of the vehicle.
Page 121 Pedestrian detection Personal responsibility Night Vision cannot replace the driver's personal judgment of the visibility conditions and the traffic situation. The view ahead and the actual visibility conditions must always be the basis on which the vehicle speed is adjusted; otherwise, there is a risk to road safety.◀...
Page 122 Warning of people in danger is moving from the right or left to the central area. Display in the Head-up Display* The warning is simultaneously dis‐ played in the Head-up Display and in the Control Display. The displayed symbol can vary with the people detected. For people located in the central area, the distance to the person is indicated by the size of the symbol.
Page 123: Head-Up Display
Activation/deactivation The camera is automatically cleaned together with the headlamps. Clean the lens, refer to page 273. Head-up Display* The concept Press the button. Display Night Vision with pedestrian detection is not available on the rear screen*. Settings via iDrive This system projects important information into With Night Vision switched on: the driver's field of vision, e.g., the speed.
Page 124: Adjusting The Height
Press the button. When the low beams are switched on, the brightness of the Head-up Display can be addi‐ tionally influenced using the instrument lighting, refer to page 87. Display The setting is stored for the remote control cur‐ rently in use. Adjusting the height "Settings"...
Page 125: Climate Control
Climate control Automatic climate control* Air distribution, left 11 Air distribution, right Temperature, left 12 Seat heating*, right 50 AUTO program, left 13 Active seat ventilation*, right 51 Air volume, AUTO intensity, residual heat, 14 Automatic recirculated-air control/recircu‐ left lated-air mode Remove ice and condensation 15 Cooling function Maximum cooling 16 Rear window defroster...
Page 126: Maximum Cooling
Temperature The selected air volume is shown on the display of the automatic climate control. Turn the wheel to set the desired temperature. The air volume of the automatic climate control may be reduced automatically to save battery power. Defrosting windows and removing The automatic climate control achieves this condensation temperature as quickly as possible, if necessary...
Page 127: Residual Heat
▷ Left LED on, automatic recirculated-air con‐ The program is switched off if the settings on trol: a sensor detects pollutants in the out‐ the front passenger side or in the rear are side air and controls the shut-off automati‐ changed.
Page 128 Switching on Thumbwheel, arrow 3, in level : the air is bundled and can be directed to a specific Press any button. point. Microfilter/activated-charcoal filter Adjusting the ventilation The microfilter removes dust and pollen from ▷ Ventilation for cooling: the incoming air. Adjust the vent to direct the air in your di‐...
Page 129 ▷ Lever for changing the air flow direction, ar‐ Air volume, air distribution, and temperature are row 2. controlled automatically: Depending on the selected temperature, AUTO intensity, and outside influences, the air is di‐ Rear automatic climate rected to the upper body and into the footwell. control* The cooling function is switched on automati‐...
Page 130: Air Volume
Ventilation Press the left or right side of the button: decrease or increase air volume. The selected air volume is shown on the display of the automatic climate control. Switching the system on/off Switching off At the lowest fan speed, press the left side of the button on the driver's side.
Page 131 The system continues to run for some time after being switched off. Preselecting the switch-on time "Settings" "Climate" "Timer 1:" or "Timer 2:" Set the desired time. Activating the switch-on time "Settings" "Climate" "Activate Timer 1" or "Activate Timer 2" The symbol on the automatic climate control lights up when the switch-on time is activated.
Page 132: Interior Equipment
Interior equipment Integrated universal remote Programming control* The concept This system can replace up to three different hand-held transmitters for various types of re‐ mote-controlled equipment, such as garage doors or lighting systems. The hand-held transmitter signal can be pro‐ grammed on one of the three memory buttons.
Page 133 To do so: Press the button on the receiver of the de‐ vice to be set. You have approx. 30 seconds ▷ Read the instructions of the hand-held for the next step. transmitter. Press the programmed memory button of ▷ Press the memory button of the universal the universal remote control three times.
Page 134: Connecting Electrical Devices
Ashtray/cigarette lighter* Rear Opening Front Opening Press on the cover. Press on the cover. Emptying Take out the insert. Emptying Lighter Place your finger in the depression next to the ashtray, arrow, and push up at the same time. Push in the lighter. The ashtray can be removed.
Page 135: Front Center Console
Rear cooler* load of all sockets must not exceed 140 Watt at 12 V. Behind the center armrest Do not damage the socket by using unsuitable connectors. Front center console The cooler is located behind the center armrest in the rear. Fold the center armrest down.
Page 136: Ski Bag
Ski bag* Malfunction The cooler cannot be switched on or switches Capacity off, e.g., when the cooling system overheats or if the battery voltage is low. One of the LEDs The ski bag can be used to transport up to three flashes.
Page 137 Insert the tongue plate into the belt buckle. Tighten the retaining strap. Securing the ski bag Secure the ski bag by tightening the re‐ taining strap; otherwise, the contents could present a source of danger to the passengers, for example during braking or evasive maneu‐ vers.◀...
Page 138: Storage Compartments
Storage compartments Storage compartments Closing Fold up the cover. The following storage compartments are avail‐ able in the vehicle interior: Opening the top cover ▷ Glove compartment on the driver's and front passenger side, refer to page 138. ▷ Storage compartment in the center armrest, refer to page 139, in the front and rear.
Page 139: Center Armrest
Driver's side Locking the storage compartment Opening The storage compartment in the armrest can be locked with an integrated key to separately se‐ Pull the handle. cure the trunk lid, refer to page 41, for example. After the storage compartment is locked, the re‐ Close the glove compartment again im‐...
Page 140: Clothes Hooks
Cupholders Clothes hooks The clothes hooks are located next to the grab Notes handles in the rear and on the door pillar in the Shatter-proof containers and no hot rear. drinks Do not obstruct view Use light and shatter-proof containers and do When suspending clothing from the not transport hot drinks.
Page 141: Lashing Eyes
Storage compartment on the side Under the cover on the side of the cargo area is a storage compartment that can be used to store the printed Owner's Manual, for example. Remove the cover. Lashing eyes To secure the cargo, refer to page 147, there are lashing eyes in the cargo area.
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Page 143: Driving Tips
Driving tips This chapter provides you with information useful in dealing with specific driving and operating modes. Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 606 497 - 03 11 490...
Page 144: Things To Remember When Driving
Things to remember when driving Breaking-in period 300 miles/500 km. During this break-in period, engage the clutch gently. General information Following part replacement Moving parts need to be broken in to adjust to The same breaking in procedures should be ob‐ each other.
Page 145: Driving Through Water
Climate control windshield* Hydroplaning When driving on wet or slushy roads, re‐ duce your speed to prevent hydroplaning.◀ Driving through water Drive though calm water only if it is not deeper than 9.8 inches/25 cm and at this height, no faster than walking speed, up to 6 mph/10 km/h.
Page 146: Driving In Wet Conditions
Driving in wet conditions Condensation under the parked vehicle When roads are wet or there is heavy rain, briefly When using the automatic climate control, con‐ exert gentle pressure on the brake pedal every densation water develops that exits underneath few miles.
Page 147: Stowing Cargo
Stowing cargo The resulting figure equals the available amount of cargo and luggage load capacity. For example, if the YYY amount equals 1,000 lbs and there will be four 150 lbs pas‐ sengers in your vehicle, the amount of avail‐ able cargo and luggage load capacity is 400 lbs: 1,000 lbs minus 600 lbs = 400 lbs.
Page 148: Saving Fuel
Magnetic roof-mounted luggage rack Securing cargo Always position and secure the cargo as Because of the aluminum roof, magnetic roof- described above; otherwise, it can endanger the mounted luggage racks cannot be mounted. car's occupants if sudden braking or swerving Loading becomes necessary.
Page 149 Have the maintenance carried out by your serv‐ Low tire inflation pressure increases rolling re‐ ice center. sistance and thus raises fuel consumption and Please also note the BMW Maintenance Sys‐ tire wear. tem. Drive away without delay Do not wait for the engine to warm up while the vehicle remains stationary.
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Page 151: Navigation
Navigation This chapter contains various examples of how the navigation system can guide you reliably to your destination. Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 606 497 - 03 11 490...
Page 152 Navigation* Navigation system "Enter address" General information The navigation system can determine the pre‐ cise position of the vehicle, with the aid of sat‐ ellites and vehicle sensors, and can reliably guide you to every entered destination. Navigation data are stored in the vehicle and can be updated.
Page 153: Address Book
Select the numbers. All streets of the selected state/province are offered. The associated town/city is dis‐ Change to the list of postal codes and towns/ played after the street name. cities. Highlight the entry. Selecting an entry. Entering a street and intersection Select "Street"...
Page 154 checked as a destination, refer to "Store position as contact" or "Add position page 233. to contact" Select a contact in the list or, if desired, with Depending on the selection, choose an ex‐ "A-Z search". isting contact from the list. Select the type of address and enter the first and last name.
Page 155: Last Destinations
Last destinations Special destinations At a glance Opening the search for special destinations The destinations previously entered are stored automatically. To select special destinations, e.g., hotels or tourist attractions: The destinations can be called up and used as a destination for destination guidance. "Navigation"...
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Page 157 Specifying the street ▷ To have the available spoken instructions read out loud: ›Voice commands‹ If the system does not recognize a street, one of the following is displayed: Saying the entries ▷ The name of a street in the vicinity. ▷...
Page 158 Say the name of the town/city, or say at least "Navigation" the first three letters. "Map" Depending on the entry, up to 20 towns/cit‐ Move the controller to the left if necessary. ies may be suggested. "Guidance" Select the town/city. "Enter new destination"...
Page 159: Destination Guidance
Store the trip Open the last trip Up to 30 trips can be stored in the trip list. If "Navigation" necessary, delete existing trips to be able to "Stored trips" store new trips. "Last trip" Open "Options". "Start guidance" "Store trip" Enter the name.
Page 160: Lane Information
▷ Road types are part of the navigation data ▷ "Avoid ferries": ferries are avoided and are taken into consideration when plan‐ where possible. ning a route, e.g., avoid highways. Route ▷ The recommended route may differ from the route you would take based on personal ex‐ Different views of the route are available during perience.
Page 161 Bypassing a section of the route Select the symbol. Calculate a new route for a route section. "Start guidance": destination guidance to the selected gas station is started. "Navigation" "Add as another destination": the gas sta‐ "Route information" tion is added to the route. "New route for"...
Page 162 At a glance ▷ Upper status field: time, telephone, and en‐ tertainment details. ▷ Lower status field: symbol for active desti‐ nation guidance, status of traffic bulletins, time of arrival, and distance to destination. Function bar The following functions are available in the func‐ tion bar: Symbol Function...
Page 163 Open "Options". cident data. You agree to indemnify, defend "Split screen" and hold harmless BMW of North America, Move the controller to the right repeatedly LLC. (“BMW NA”) and Total Traffic Net‐ until the split screen is selected.
Page 164 D. Neither Total Traffic Network, Inrix, Inc. or Traffic bulletins on the map BMW NA will be liable to you for any indirect, "Traffic conditions/gray map" Active: indication special, consequential, exemplary, or inci‐...
Page 165 in the map using triangles or gray bars along the The destination guidance system takes the calculated route. available traffic information into account. A mes‐ sage is displayed depending on the route, the ▷ Red: congestion. traffic bulletins, and the possible detour routes. ▷...
Page 166: What To Do If
Navigation data What to do if... ▷ The current transmission position cannot be Information on the navigation data displayed? "Navigation" The vehicle is located in an unrecognized Open "Options". region, is in a poor reception area, or the "Navigation system version": information on system is currently determining the posi‐...
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Page 169: Entertainment
Entertainment The chapter helps assure your enjoyment when receiving radio and television stations and playing CDs, DVDs and tracks from the music collection. Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 606 497 - 03 11 490...
Page 170: Tone
Tone General information Equalizer* The sound settings are stored for the remote Setting for individual audio frequency ranges. control currently in use. Adjusting the equalizer "CD/Multimedia", "Radio" or "Settings" Treble, bass, balance, and "Tone" fader "Equalizer" ▷ "Treble": treble adjustment. Select the desired setting.
Page 171 Opening the tone settings in When surround is activated, multi-channel play‐ back is simulated when a stereo audio track is the Options menu* played. "CD/Multimedia" or "Radio" If necessary, select additional entries, for ex‐ Volume ample, "FM" or "CD/DVD". ▷ "Speed volume": speed-dependent volume Open "Options".
Page 172: Radio
Radio Controls Select the desired station. All saved stations are stored for the remote con‐ Change entertainment sources trol currently in use. Change station/track Programmable memory buttons Changing the station via the button Volume, on/off Press the button. Change wave band Storing a station Sound output "Radio"...
Page 173 HD Radio™ technology manufactured under li‐ "Radio" cense from iBiquity Digital Corp. U. S. and For‐ "FM" or "AM" eign Patents. HD Radio™ and the HD and HD "Manual" Radio logos are proprietary trademarks of iBiq‐ uity Digital Corp. To select the frequency: turn the controller. Activating/deactivating digital radio reception "Radio"...
Page 174: Weather Band
Weather Band* Managing a subscription To be able to enable or unsubscribe from the General information channels, you must have reception. It is usually at its best when you have an unobstructed view The availability of the Weather Band and the of the sky.
Page 175 Via direct channel entry Open "Options". "Manage subscription" "Radio" "Satellite radio" "Set channel" Turn the controller until the desired channel is reached and press the controller. Storing a channel "Radio" "Satellite radio" If necessary, open "All channels" or the de‐ The phone number and an electronic serial sired category.
Page 176: Selecting A Category
Selecting a category Symbol Function "Radio" Fast forward "Satellite radio" Reverse "Category" Automatic timeshift deactivated/ac‐ Select the desired category. tivated Timeshift Approx. one hour of the program being broad‐ Automatic timeshift cast on the channel currently being listened to When the function is activated, audio playback is stored in a buffer.
Page 177 Storing the league or team "Satellite radio" Leagues or teams can be added to the favorites "Manage favorites" from a selection list. Select "Activate alert" or the desired favor‐ "Radio" ites. "Satellite radio" The setting is stored for the remote control cur‐ rently in use.
Page 178 Select one of the symbols to deactivate Traffic "Store station" Jump. Automatic update About twice a year, Sirius performs an update of the channel names and positions. The update takes place automatically and may take several minutes. Notes ▷ Reception may not be available in some sit‐ Select the desired memory location.
Page 179: Cd/Multimedia
CD/multimedia Controls Starting playback A CD/DVD is located in the CD/DVD player or DVD changer*. "CD/Multimedia" "CD/DVD" Select the desired CD or DVD. Change the entertainment source CD/DVD* drive Eject CD/DVD Change station/track Programmable memory buttons Volume, on/off Symbol Meaning CD/DVD* player Sound output DVD changer*...
Page 180: Random Playback
Selecting a track via iDrive Displaying information on the track Audio CDs If information about a track has been stored, it is displayed automatically: Select the desired track to begin playback. ▷ Interpret. ▷ Album track. CDs/DVDs* with compressed audio files ▷...
Page 181 Automatic repeat* Select a DVD with video content. The selected CDs or DVDs are repeated auto‐ "DVD menu" matically. Video playback* Country codes Only DVDs with the code of the home region can be played back; also refer to the information on the DVD.
Page 182 "DVD menu" "Subtitles" The DVD menu is displayed. The display de‐ Select the desired language or "Do not pends on the contents of the DVD. display subtitles". To select menu items: move the controller and press it. To change to the video menu: turn the controller and press it.
Page 183: Dvd Changer
DVD changer* "Additional options" "Zoom mode" Above the glove compartment Selecting a track Press the button. DVD video: The cover opens automatically. To close: press the cover closed. Turn the controller when the DVD menu is displayed. Controls and displays Open "Options".
Page 184 Sliding in CDs/DVDs To eliminate the malfunction: Do not insert the CD/DVD until the LEDs Press one of the buttons: on the DVD slot are flashing; otherwise, the CD/ ▷ DVD or the DVD changer could be damaged. Do not continue to push on the CD/DVD; this ▷...
Page 185 Home-recorded CDs/DVDs Do not remove the cover ▷ Possible reasons for malfunctions with BMW CD/DVD players and changers are home-recorded CDs/DVDs are inconsistent officially designated Class 1 laser products. Do data creation or recording processes, or not operate if the cover is damaged; otherwise, poor quality or old age of the blank CD/DVD.
Page 186: Music Collection
DTS Digital Surround™ This product and service may practice one or more of the following U.S. Patents: #5,987,525; Manufactured under license under U.S. #6,061,680; #6,154,773, #6,161,132, Patent Numbers: 5,451,942; #6,230,192, #6,230,207, #6,240,459, 5,956,674; 5,974,380; 5,978,762; 6,487,535 & #6,330,593, and other patents issued or pend‐ and other patents granted and registered in the ing.
Page 187: Music Search
"Storing..." Connect the USB device to the USB inter‐ face in the glove compartment, refer to page 138. "CD/Multimedia" "Music collection" Open "Options". "Music data import/export" "Import music (USB)" "Cancel storing" The storage process is interrupted and can be continued at any time. Continuing the storage process "CD/Multimedia"...
Page 188 Current playback Select the desired category. The list of tracks that was generated last by the music search, or the album that was selected last. "CD/Multimedia" "Music collection" "Current playback" Select the desired entry: ▷ Select "A-Z search", refer to page 24, and input the desired entry.
Page 189 The first track is played automatically, if pos‐ Highlight the desired album. sible. Open "Options". "Rename album" Change directories if needed to select tracks. Select the letters individually. To go up a level in the directory: move the controller to the left. Deleting an album An album cannot be deleted while a track from Random playback...
Page 190: External Devices
Music collection "Music data import/export" "Restore music from USB" Backing up the music collection The entire music collection can be stored on a Deleting the music collection USB device. Make sure there is enough free "CD/Multimedia" memory capacity on the USB device. "Music collection"...
Page 191 Connecting USB audio interface*/mobile phone audio interface* At a glance It is possible to connect external audio devices. They can be operated via iDrive. The sound is output on the vehicle loudspeakers. Connectors for external devices ▷ Connection via USB audio interface: Apple iPod/iPhone, USB devices, e.g., MP3 play‐...
Page 192: Usb Audio Interface
Connect using a flexible adapter cable. Copy protection Connect the Apple iPod/iPhone Music tracks with integrated Digital Rights Man‐ to the USB interface. agement (DRM) cannot be played. The Apple iPod/iPhone menu Playback structure is supported by the USB audio interface. "CD/Multimedia"...
Page 193 all results that contain that sequence are Open "Options". displayed. "Random" ▷ Select the desired entry from the list. Fast forward/reverse Press and hold the button. Video playback* At a glance Video playback via snap-in adapter possible. They can be operated via iDrive. The sound is output on the vehicle loudspeakers.
Page 194: Bluetooth Audio
Depending on the configuration of the audio confirmation or visibility; refer to the device files, e.g., bit rates greater than 256 kbit/s, the operating instructions. files may not play back correctly in each case. ▷ A number with at least four and a maximum of 16 digits is defined as the Bluetooth pass‐...
Page 195 Enter the passkey and confirm. Select the desired device from the list of paired devices. Open "Options". "Configure phone" "Audio" "OK" Connecting the device "CD/Multimedia" "Bluetooth® (audio)" Select the desired functions with which the device is to be connected, for instance If necessary, "Bluetooth®...
Page 196 Unpairing a device Select the symbol. "CD/Multimedia" "Bluetooth® (audio)" If necessary, "Bluetooth® audio". Highlight the device that is to be unpaired. Open "Options". "Remove phone from list" What to do if... Select the desired track from the list, if nec‐ Information on suitable devices can be found at essary.
Page 197: Software Update
Updating software via TeleService* ▷ USB*. The software may only be updated when the ve‐ Updates and related current information is hicle is stationary. available at www.bmw.com/update. Switch on the ignition. ▷ TeleService*. "Settings" Existing software can be updated directly via "Software update"...
Page 198: Replacing The Batteries
Menu navigation The previous version may only be restored when the vehicle is stationary. Press the button Function "Settings" Turn the wheel: adjusts the "Software update" volume. "Restore previous version" Press the center knob: "OK" Double-click. switches the sound on/off. All listed software updates are removed.
Page 199: Rear Entertainment
Rear entertainment* Controls Rear entertainment and screens are switched on/off. After switching off the ignition, the system must be switched on again. Screens Adjusting Danger of burns when screen is folded out Screen, left Do not reach behind the screen; other‐ Screen, right wise, there is the danger of getting burned.
Page 200: Remote Control
Remote control The transmission time of the remote control is limited by law. To execute a function again, press or turn the required button again. In the center armrest in the rear Replacing the batteries No rechargeable batteries Do not use rechargeable batteries, as damage may result from the substances in the batteries.◀...
Page 201: Options Menu
Adjusting ▷ DVD changer*. ▷ Rear CD/DVD player. The following settings are available: ▷ External device in rear. ▷ "Rear displays" If a video image is being played back in the rear, ▷ "Language/Units": language can be set the rear CD/DVD player cannot be selected in globally for all screens.
Page 202 Headphones, vehicle To set the source in the rear via the iDrive in the front: loudspeakers "CD/Multimedia" or"Radio" Connecting the headphones Open "Options". "Select rear source" Normal headphones Select the desired audio or video source. Connect via the jack 1/8"/3.5 mm, refer to page 199, on the rear CD/DVD player.
Page 203: Connecting An External Device
What to do if... Due to the large number of different audio and video devices available on the market, it cannot Only a black screen is visible. be ensured that every audio and video device will be displayed correctly on the screen. ▷...
Page 204: Professional Rear Entertainment
Professional rear entertainment* Controls Rear entertainment and screens are switched on/off. After switching off the ignition, the system must be switched on again. Screens Adjusting Danger of burns when screen is folded out Screen, left Do not reach behind the screen; other‐ Screen, right wise, there is the danger of getting burned.
Page 205 iDrive in the rear Operation is the same as for the front video play‐ back, refer to page 181. Radio When the same radio source is selected in the front and rear (e.g., FM/AM), the same radio sta‐ tion is played. Operation is the same as for the front radio, refer to page 172.
Page 206: Bmw Assist
Operation is the same as for the front contacts. Priority options BMW Assist The driver has priority Operation is the same as for BMW Assist in the ▷ The source selected via iDrive in the front is front, refer to page 234.
Page 207 The rear has priority Fold up display screens for interference-free re‐ ception. ▷ When the source selected in the rear is played on headphones, it can be selected Unfavorable light conditions such as bright am‐ but not operated via iDrive in the front. Other bient light can impair reception.
Page 208 edly from the volume of the other audio sources, it is advisable to adjust the volumes. Adjusting the volume The volume can only be adjusted if no external video device is connected. "CD/Multimedia" "External devices" Select the symbol. "Volume" Turn the controller until the desired volume is set and press the controller.
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Page 211: Communication
Communication All of the options available to you for mobile communication with family, friends, business partners, and service providers are described in this chapter. Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 606 497 - 03 11 490...
Page 212: Telephone
Telephone* At a glance age can be obtained at www.bmwusa.com/blue‐ tooth. The concept Displaying the vehicle identification Mobile phones or other external devices such as number and software part number audio players can be connected to the vehicle The vehicle identification number and software via Bluetooth.
Page 213: Audio Source
▷ The mobile phone is ready for operation. Open "Options". ▷ Bluetooth is activated in the vehicle and on Select the desired additional function. the mobile phone. ▷ "Additional telephone" ▷ Bluetooth presettings may need to be made ▷ "Office" on the mobile phone, e.g., for a connection ▷...
Page 214 If the pairing was successful, the mobile phone The functions that were assigned to the device appears at the top of the list of mobile phones. before unpairing are assigned to the device when it is reconnected. If the device is already The functions supported by the mobile phone connected, these functions are deactivated.
Page 215 The mobile phone could not be paired or con‐ ▷ The number of phone book entries being nected. stored is too high. ▷ Is Bluetooth activated in the vehicle and on ▷ Is the data volume of the contact too large, the mobile phone? Activate Bluetooth in the e.g., due to stored information such as vehicle and on the mobile phone.
Page 216 Incoming call Ending a call Receiving calls Via iDrive If the number of the caller is stored in the phone book and is transmitted by the network, the name of the contact is displayed. Otherwise, only the phone number is displayed. If more than one phone number is assigned to a contact, only the name of the contact is dis‐...
Page 217: Phone Book
Establishing a conference call must be supported by the mobile phone and service provider. Two calls can be connected to a single tele‐ phone conference call. Accepting a call while speaking to Establish two calls. another party "Conference call" This function might have to be activated by the service provider and the mobile phone must be When terminating a conference call, both calls adjusted accordingly.
Page 218 Redialing A symbol indicates the storage location of the contacts. General information The list of dialed numbers in the mobile phone is transmitted to the vehicle depending on the mobile phone. The 20 phone numbers dialed last are displayed. The sorting order of the phone numbers depends on the particular mo‐...
Page 219: Mobile Phone
"Received calls" play; refer also to the mobile phone operating instructions. From the hands-free system to the mobile phone Calls that are made on the hands-free system can in some cases be continued on the mobile phone; this depends on the mobile phone. Follow the instructions on the mobile phone dis‐...
Page 220: Deleting An Entry
Possible commands Redialing ›Redial‹ Having possible commands read aloud Voice phone book* Press the button. ›Help‹. Possible commands are announced. Depending on how your vehicle is equipped, it The digits from zero to nine are recognized. The may be necessary to create your own voice digits can be spoken separately or combined in phone book.
Page 221: Snap-In Adapter
Adjusting the volume Inserting the snap-in adapter Turn the knob during an announcement. Press the button and remove the cover. ▷ The volume remains constant even if the volume of other audio sources is changed. ▷ The volume is stored for the remote control currently in use.
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Page 223: Office
Office* At a glance "Office" "Current office", "Calendar", "Tasks", General information "Notes" or "Reminders" Contacts, appointments, tasks, notes, text mes‐ Open "Options". sages, and e-mails from the mobile phone can "Update data" be displayed on the Control Display if the mobile Cell phone data are transmitted again to the phone provides compatible support of these vehicle.
Page 224 "Contacts" When a contact is edited, the changes are not stored on the mobile phone. A copy of the entry is stored in the vehicle. Selecting the contact as a navigation destination* Select the desired contact. Select the address. When contacts from the mobile phone are used, the address may need to be matched to the navigation data contained in the vehi‐...
Page 225: Deleting Contacts
"New contact" "Store contact in vehicle" Selecting the sorting order of the names* Names can be displayed in a different order. "Office" "Contacts" Open "Options". "Display: last, first name" or "Display: first, last name" The entry fields are still filled with the previ‐ ous entries: "Delete input fields"...
Page 226: Displaying Messages
Display of different messages: Only e-mails from the mobile phone are ▷ Text messages. displayed. ▷ My Info* messages from the BMW Assist ▷ "Service message" Portal. Only messages from the BMW Assist ▷ Messages from the BMW Assist Concierge Concierge service, My Info and BMW service*.
Page 227 If the message contains a number, the con‐ "Further information" nection is established. "Select phone number": BMW Info If the message contains more than one num‐ Starting destination guidance ber, select the desired number from the list. The connection is established.
Page 228 Reading the e-mail out loud* Select the desired message. Read the e-mail out loud, refer to page 230. "Call": If the message contains a number, the con‐ nection is established. Calendar "Select phone number": Display the calendar If the message contains more than one num‐ ber, select the desired number from the list.
Page 229 Notes Reading the appointment out loud* Read the appointment out loud, refer to Displaying notes page 230. "Office" "Notes" Tasks All notes are displayed. Displaying the task list Displaying the note Display tasks that are due within the next Select the desired note. 90 days.
Page 230: Reading Out Loud
Using contact data ▷ Select the symbol. Go back one paragraph. At a glance ▷ To end reading, tilt the controller to the left. Contact data from calendar entries, appoint‐ ments, tasks, emails and notes can be stored or What to do if... selected*.
Page 231 ▷ Check the e-mail settings on the telephone and adjust if necessary. If all points in this list have been checked and the required function is still not available, please contact the hotline or service center. Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 606 497 - 03 11 490...
Page 232: Contacts
Contacts* General information Specifying the home address A home address can be stored. It appears at the Contacts can be created and edited and the ad‐ top of the contact list. dresses can be adopted as destinations for nav‐ igation. "Home"...
Page 233: Deleting Contacts
Editing a contact Exporting/importing contacts Select the desired contact. Contacts can be exported and imported via the Personal Profile, refer to page 33. "Edit contact" Deleting contacts "My contacts" Highlight the contact. Open "Options". "Delete contact" or "Delete all contacts" Change the entries.
Page 234: Bmw Connecteddrive
BMW Assist services request a BMW service appointment. will be available. The BMW Assist system can be reactivated by a service center after you sign a ▷...
Page 235: Roadside Assistance
"Roadside Assistance" provides phone numbers and addresses. Hotels The Roadside Assistance number is dis‐ can be booked directly by the BMW Assist Con‐ played. If the mobile phone* is paired, a con‐ cierge service. The Concierge service is part of nection is established to Roadside Assis‐...
Page 236: Bmw Online
BMW Online* Vehicles equipped with BMW Assist or BMW TeleService At a glance "ConnectedDrive" A business search can be opened via BMW On‐ "Roadside Assistance" line. "Start service" License conditions This product contains NetFront Browser soft‐ ware of ACCESS Co., Ltd. Copyright © 2007 ACCESS Co., Ltd.
Page 237: Customer Relations
Opening the start page Open "Options". "Display start page" Vehicles equipped with BMW Assist or BMW TeleService "ConnectedDrive" "Customer Relations" Loading a new page "Start service" Open "Options". "Reload" Service Request* Cancel At a glance Open "Options". "Cancel loading" Sends information to your service partner to re‐...
Page 238 To check when your service partner was noti‐ fied: "Vehicle Info" "Vehicle status" Updating BMW Assist Manual update of TeleService* and BMW As‐ sist*. "Update BMW Assist" Data transfer* During the updating of BMW services, display the status of the data transfer.
Page 239 Transmits technical data that is evaluated for the Displaying status ongoing development of BMW products from Information about the currently available soft‐ your vehicle to BMW in regular intervals if nec‐ ware applications can be displayed. essary. "ConnectedDrive" TeleService Report is activated in vehicles that meet certain technical requirements and have a "BMW apps"...
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Page 241: Mobility
Mobility To ensure that you remain mobile at all times, this chapter supplies you with important information on the topics of fuels and lubricants, wheels and tires, service, maintenance, and Roadside Assistance. Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 606 497 - 03 11 490...
Page 242: Refueling
Refueling Fuel cap Do not pinch the retaining strap Do not pinch the retaining strap attached Opening to the cap; otherwise, the cap cannot be closed properly and fuel vapors can escape. Briefly press the rear edge of the fuel filler flap.
Page 243: Fuel
Fuel Fuel quality Minimum fuel grade The use of poor-quality fuels may result in Refuel with unleaded fuel only driveability, starting and stalling problems es‐ Do not use leaded fuel as this would per‐ pecially under certain environmental conditions manently damage the catalytic converter.◀ such as high ambient temperature and high al‐...
Page 244: Wheels And Tires
Tire inflation pressure values up to accident.◀ 100 mph/160 km/h After correcting the tire inflation pressure, rein‐ 740i, 740Li, 750i, 750Li itialize the Tire Pressure Monitor. Tire size Pressure specifica‐ Pressure specifications...
Page 245 Tire size Pressure specifica‐ Tire size Pressure specifica‐ tions in bar/PSI tions in bar/PSI 245/45 R 19 102 V M 2.4 / 35 2.6 / 38 F.: 245/40 R 20 99 Y 2.5 / 36 +S XL A/S 2.5 / 36 245/45 R 19 102 V M +S XL 275/35 R 20 102 Y XL...
Page 246 Tire inflation pressure values over +S XL 100 mph/160 km/h F.: 245/45 R 19 98 Y 2.5 / 36 740i, 740Li, 750i, 750Li R.: 275/40 R 19 101 Y 2.6 / 38 Without high-speed tuning feature F.: 245/40 R 20 99 Y 2.7 / 39...
Page 247 Tire size Pressure specifica‐ Tire size Pressure specifica‐ tions in bar/PSI tions in bar/PSI F.: 245/40 R 20 99 Y XL 2.7 / 39 Specifications in psi/ kilopascal with cold 2.7 / 39 tires 275/35 R 20 102 Y XL F.: 245/35 R 21 96 Y XL 3.0 / 44 245/50 R 18 100 V M...
Page 248: Uniform Tire Quality Grading
3510: tire age Tire size Pressure specifica‐ tions in bar/PSI Tires with DOT codes meet the guidelines of the U.S. Department of Transportation. 245/45 R 19 102 V M 2.8 / 41 3.2 / 46 +S XL A/S Tire age 245/45 R 19 102 V M DOT …...
Page 249: Tire Tread
Tire tread Those grades represent the tire's ability to stop on wet pavement as measured under controlled conditions on specified government test surfa‐ Summer tires ces of asphalt and concrete. A tire marked C may Do not drive with a tire tread depth of less than have poor traction performance.
Page 250: Wheel And Tire Combination
In case of tire damage Approved wheels and tires If there are indications of tire damage, re‐ The manufacturer of your vehicle recom‐ duce your speed immediately and have the mends that you use only wheels and tires that wheels and tires checked right away; otherwise, have been approved for your particular vehicle there is the increased risk of an accident.
Page 251: Snow Chains
Run-flat tires* Retreaded tires Possibly substantial variations in the de‐ Label sign and age of the tire casing structures can limit service life and have a negative impact on road safety.◀ Winter tires The manufacturer of your vehicle recommends winter tires for winter roads or at temperatures below +45 ℉/+7 ℃.
Page 252 Make sure that the snow chains are always suf‐ At speeds above 30 mph/50 km/h, a Check ficiently tight. Retighten as needed according to Control message is displayed. Deactivate the chain manufacturer's instructions. the status manually. Do not initialize the Tire Pressure Monitor after If not functioning properly: mounting snow chains, as doing so may result ▷...
Page 253: Engine Compartment
Engine compartment Important features in the engine compartment Vehicle identification number* Oil filler neck. 760i/Li: filler neck is located under a flap. Jump starting, negative terminal Coolant reservoir, removed 760i/Li. Washer fluid reservoir Jump starting, positive terminal Hood Never reach into the engine compartment Never reach into the intermediate spaces Opening the hood or gaps in the engine compartment.
Page 254: Closing The Hood
Press the release handle and open the hood. Danger of pinching Make sure that the closing path of the hood is clear; otherwise, injuries may result.◀ Be careful of protruding parts on the hood. Danger of injury when the hood is open There is a danger of injury from protruding parts when the hood is open.◀...
Page 255: Engine Oil
Engine oil General information Duration while driving: approx. 5 minutes. ▷ "Engine oil level below minimum. Add 1 The engine oil consumption is dependent on the quart!" driving style and driving conditions. Add oil within the next 125 miles/200 km. Therefore, check the engine oil level after every ▷...
Page 256: Filler Neck
The engine oil quality is critical for the life of the engine. Only use approved BMW High Performance oil. Approved oils belong to the viscosity grades SAE 0W-40, SAE 0W-30, SAE 5W-40 and SAE 5W-30.
Page 257 Checking Let the engine cool. Turn the cap of the coolant reservoir slightly counterclockwise to allow any excess pres‐ sure to dissipate, and then open it. The coolant level is correct if it lies between the minimum and maximum marks in the filler neck.
Page 258: Maintenance
Maintenance BMW Maintenance System Service and Warranty Information Booklet for US The maintenance system directs you to re‐ models and Warranty and quired maintenance measures and thereby sup‐ Service Guide Booklet for ports you in maintaining road safety and the op‐...
Page 259: Fuel Cap
This indicates that there is excessive misfiring in the engine. Reduce the vehicle speed and have the system checked immediately; otherwise, serious engine misfiring within a brief period can seriously damage emission control compo‐ nents, in particular the catalytic con‐ verter.
Page 260: Replacing Components
Replacing components Tool kit Position the wiper blade in a horizontal po‐ sition. Remove the wiper blade toward one side. The tool kit is located in a fold-down cover in the trunk lid. Unscrew the wing nut to open. Lamp and bulb replacement Wiper blade replacement General information Lamps and bulbs make an essential contribution...
Page 261: Xenon Lamps
For checking and adjusting headlamp aim, please contact your BMW center. Headlamp glass Turn signals, incl. side indicators Condensation can form on the inside of the ex‐...
Page 262: Parking Lamps
Open the folding cover in the engine com‐ Open the folding cover in the engine com‐ partment. partment. Turn the cap and remove it. Turn the cap and remove it. Squeeze the holder together and guide it Turn the bulb holder. downward.
Page 263 Turn signal, brake, tail, and license Snap out the grill at the recess, arrow. plate lamps Follow the general instructions on lamps and bulbs., refer to page These lights are made using LED technology. Contact your service center in the event of a malfunction.
Page 264: Changing Wheels
Jacking points for the vehicle jack Inside brake lamp* 21-watt bulb, H21W. The jacking points for the vehicle jack are lo‐ cated in the positions shown. Pull out the bulb and replace it. Lug bolt lock* Backup lamp 16-watt bulb, W16W. The lug bolt lock is in the tool kit or in a storage compartment close to the tool kit.
Page 265: Vehicle Battery
Vehicle battery Fuses Maintenance Notes The battery is maintenance-free, i.e., the elec‐ Replacing fuses trolyte will last for the life of the battery. Never attempt to repair a blown fuse and Your service center will be glad to advise you on do not replace a defective fuse with a substitute questions regarding the battery.
Page 266: Breakdown Assistance
▷ The radio ready state is switched on. BMW Assist Response Center has been es‐ ▷ The BMW Assist system is logged in to a tablished. wireless communications network sup‐ After the Emergency Request arrives at the ported by BMW Assist.
Page 267: Warning Triangle
Roadside Assistance Assist Response Center may still be able to hear you. Service availability Initiating an Emergency Request Roadside Assistance can be reached around the automatically clock in many countries. You can obtain assis‐ Under certain conditions, an Emergency Re‐ tance there in the event of a vehicle breakdown.
Page 268: Starting The Engine
The body ground or a special nut acts as the Tow-starting and towing negative terminal. Transporting your vehicle Connecting the cables Pull off the cap of the BMW starting aid ter‐ Note minal. Your vehicle is not permitted to be towed. Attach one terminal clamp of the positive...
Page 269: Tow Truck
It can be screwed in at the ▷ If the electrical system has failed, clearly front or rear of the BMW. It is located in the con‐ identify the vehicle being towed by placing tainer on the inside of the trunk lid.
Page 270 ▷ Use the tow fitting for towing on paved roads only. ▷ Use the tow fitting screwed in at the front for maneuvering the vehicle only. ▷ Avoid lateral loading of the tow fitting, e.g., do not lift the vehicle by the tow fitting. Otherwise, damage to the tow fitting and the ve‐...
Page 271: Care
Care Car washes ▷ Deactivate the rain sensor, refer to page 71, to avoid unintentional wiper activation. Notes ▷ In some cases, an unintentional alarm can be triggered by the interior motion sensor of the Steam jets or high-pressure washers alarm system*.
Page 272: Vehicle Care
Car care products Clean the upholstery down to the seams using BMW recommends using cleaning and care large sweeping motions. Avoid rubbing the ma‐ products from BMW, since these have been terial vigorously. tested and approved. Damage from Velcro® fasteners Car care and cleaning products Open Velcro®...
Page 273: Safety Belts
Floor carpets and floor mats* When cleaning rubber seals, do not use any sil‐ icon-containing car care products in order to No objects in the area around the pedals avoid damage or reduced noise damping. Keep floor mats, carpets, and any other objects out of the area of motion of the pedals;...
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Page 275: Reference
Reference This chapter contains technical data, short commands for the voice activation system, and an index that will quickly take you to the information you need. Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 606 497 - 03 11 490...
Page 276: Technical Data
Technical data Dimensions Width with mirrors, height with roof-mounted aerial The two bottom values apply to L models. Height with roof-mounted aerial 760Li: 58.7 in‐ ches/1,490 mm Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 606 497 - 03 11 490...
Page 277 Width without mirrors Length, wheel base The bottom values apply to L models. Smallest turning circle Diameter: 40 ft/12.2 m L model Ø: 41.7 ft/12.7 m 750i xDrive, 740d xDrive Ø: 41 ft/12.5 m 750Li xDrive Ø: 42.7 ft/13.0 m Online Edition for Part no.
Page 278 Weights 740i 740Li Approved gross vehicle weight lbs/kg 5,445/2,470 5,589/2,535 Load lbs/kg 1,058/480 1,058/480 Approved front axle load lbs/kg 2,635/1,195 2,701/1,225 Approved rear axle load lbs/kg 3,086/1,400 3,164/1,435 Approved roof load capacity lbs/kg 220/100 220/100 Trunk capacity cu ft/l 17.7/500 17.7/500...
Page 279 760Li Approved roof load capacity lbs/kg 220/100 Trunk capacity cu ft/l 17.7/500 Capacities Notes Fuel tank US gal/liters approx. 21.7/82 Fuel quality, refer to page Windshield and headlamp US quarts/liters approx. 5.3/5.0 washer system Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 606 497 - 03 11 490...
Page 280: Short Commands Of The Voice Activation System
Short commands of the voice activation system* General information To have the available spoken instructions read out loud: ›Voice commands‹ Instructions for voice activation system, refer to page 25. Adjusting Vehicle Function Command Open the main menu. ›Main menu‹ Open the options. ›Options‹...
Page 281 Vehicle information Owner's Manual Function Command Open the Owner's Manual. ›Display Owner's Manual‹ Open the Quick Reference Guide. ›Quick reference‹ Open the index. ›Owner's Manual‹ Open the search by pictures. ›Search by pictures‹ Computer Function Command Open the computer. ›Onboard info‹ Open the trip computer.
Page 282 Function Command Open the route. ›Route information‹ Switch on the spoken instruction. ›Switch on voice instructions‹ Repeat the spoken instruction. ›Repeat voice instructions‹ Switch off the spoken instruction. ›Switch off voice instructions‹ Display the address book. ›Address book‹ Display the most recent destinations. ›Last destinations‹...
Page 283 Function Command Split screen, facing the direction of travel. ›Split screen map in direction of travel‹ Split screen, perspective. ›Split screen perspective‹ Split screen, expanded intersection zoom. ›Splitscreen Exit ramp view‹ Split screen scale...feet. ›Split screen scale ... feet‹ e.g., split screen scale 100 feet Split screen scale...meters.
Page 284 Function Command Select a frequency range. ›Select frequency‹ Open a station. ›Select station‹ Function Command Open a frequency. ›Frequency ... Kilohertz‹ e.g., frequency 753 or 753 kilohertz Open the AM stations. ›A M‹ Open the manual search. ›Manual‹ Weather Band Function Command Open the Weather Band.
Page 285 CD/Multimedia* CD/DVD drive Function Command Select a track. ›Track ...‹ e.g., track 5 ›C D track ...‹ e.g., CD track 5 Play back a CD. ›C D on‹ Select a CD. ›Select C D‹ Select a CD and track. ›C D ... track ...‹ e.g., CD 3 track 5 Open the CD and Multimedia menu.
Page 286 Tone Function Command Open the tone settings. ›Tone‹ Telephone* Function Command Dial a phone number. ›Dial number‹ Open the Telephone menu. ›Telephone‹ Display the phone book. ›Phonebook‹ Redialing. ›Redial‹ Display received calls. ›Received calls‹ List of messages ›Messages‹ Open the Bluetooth devices. ›Bluetooth‹...
Page 287 ›My contacts‹ Open the contacts. ›Contacts‹ New contact. ›New contact‹ BMW ConnectedDrive* Function Command Open BMW ConnectedDrive. ›Connected Drive‹ Open BMW Search. ›B M W Online‹ Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 606 497 - 03 11 490...
Page 288: Everything From A To Z
Everything from A to Z Index All around the center con‐ Automatic Cruise Control with sole Stop & Go ABS, Antilock Brake Sys‐ All around the headliner Automatic Curb Monitor All around the steering Automatic deactivation, front ACC, Active Cruise Control wheel passenger airbags with Stop &...
Page 289 Camera, Top View Cigarette lighter Bluetooth audio Can holder, refer to Cu‐ Cleaning, displays BMW Apps pholder Climate control BMW Apps, video play‐ Car battery Climate control on head‐ back Car care products liner BMW Assist Care, displays Climate control wind‐...
Page 290 Condition Based Service Direction indicator, refer to Dynamic Driving Control Turn signals Dynamic Stability Control Confirmation signal Display in front wind‐ Contacts 223, shield Dynamic Traction Control Control Display Display, instrument cluster Control Display, settings Display lighting, refer to Instru‐ Controller ment lighting Control systems, driving sta‐...
Page 291 Engine start, refer to Starting Folding table in the rear the engine Fold-out position, windshield Engine start, Starting aid wipers Hand brake, refer to Parking Engine stop Foot brake brake Engine temperature Front airbags Hand-held transmitter, alter‐ Entering/exiting vehicle, assis‐ Front fog lamps nating code tance, steering wheel...
Page 292 House number, entering for Interior motion sensor LEDs, light-emitting di‐ navigation Interior rearview mirror odes Hydroplaning Interior rearview mirror, auto‐ Length, vehicle matic dimming feature Letters and numbers, enter‐ Intermediate destinations Internet page License plate lamp, bulb re‐ Ice warning, refer to External Intersection, entering for navi‐...
Page 293 Manual operation, Park Dis‐ ing systems Onboard monitor, refer to tance Control PDC MP3 player Control Display Manual operation, parking Multifunction steering wheel, Online, refer to BMW On‐ brake buttons line Manual operation, Side Multimedia Opening/closing from in‐ View Music collection...
Page 294 Parking lamps, bulb replace‐ Radio ready state Roller sunblinds ment Rain sensor Roll stabilization, refer to Parking with Auto Hold Random Adaptive Drive Passenger side mirror, tilting Random playback Roll stabilization, refer to Dy‐ downward namic Drive Pathway lines, backup cam‐ Reading out loud Roof load capacity Rear automatic climate con‐...
Page 295 Seats Spare fuse Supplementary text mes‐ Seats, rear, adjusting Special destinations, naviga‐ sage Seat ventilation, front tion Surround View Seat ventilation, rear Specified engine oil Suspension settings Selection list in instrument types Switch for Dynamic Driving cluster Speed, average Control Selector lever, automatic Speed limit, setting Switch-on times, parked-car...
Page 296 Time of arrival Turning circle lines, backup Version of the navigation Tire damage camera data Tire identification marks Turn signals, front, bulb re‐ Video playback Tire inflation pressure placement Video playback, iPhone Tire Pressure Monitor Turn signals, operation Video playback, snap-in Turn signals, rear, bulb re‐...
Page 297 Windshield wipers, fold-out position Winter storage, care Winter tires, suitable tires Winter tires, tread Wiper blades, replacing Wiper fluid Wiper system Wood, care Word match concept, naviga‐ tion Wrench xDrive Xenon headlamps, bulb re‐ placement Your individual vehicle Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 606 497 - 03 11 490...
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