Page 1 Vehicle The Ultimate Driving Machine® THE BMW 3 SERIES SEDAN. OWNER'S MANUAL. I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 960 440 - II/15...
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Page 3 The more familiar you are with your vehicle, the better control you will have on the road. We therefore strongly suggest: Read this Owner's Manual before starting off in your new BMW. Also use the Integrated Owner's Manual in your vehicle. It con‐...
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Page 5 “may not be able to lodge warranty Owner's Manual, we wanted to clarify that claims for your vehicle there.” the terms refer to a BMW dealer's service At page 7, under the “Parts and accesso- center or another service center or repair ries”...
Page 6 At page 197, under the heading: “Mount- BMW recommends that you have the oil ing,” the paragraph beginning, “Have changed at your BMW dealer's service cen- mounting and balancing …” should be dis-...
Page 7 Addendum Use of recommended vehicle batteries The manufacturer of your vehicle recom- mends that you use vehicle batteries that it has tested and recommends for use in your vehicle; otherwise the vehicle could be damaged and systems or functions may not be fully available.
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Page 9: Table Of Contents
Contents Mobility The fastest way to find information on a partic‐ ular topic or item is by using the index, refer to Refueling page 242. Fuel Wheels and tires Engine compartment Notes Engine oil Coolant At a glance Maintenance Cockpit Replacing components iDrive Breakdown assistance...
Page 10: Notes
Therefore, in this Owner's Manual, we also de‐ other questions you may have. scribe and illustrate features that are not avail‐ Information on BMW, e.g., on technology, is able in your vehicle, e.g., because of the se‐ available on the Internet: www.bmwusa.com.
Page 11: Parts And Accessories
BMW for this purpose. policy of constant development that is con‐ ceived to ensure that our vehicles continue to Your BMW center is the right contact for genu‐ embody the highest quality and safety stan‐ ine BMW parts and accessories, other prod‐...
Page 12: Service And Warranty
Service and warranty ous damage to the vehicle. Such damage is not covered by the BMW New Vehicle Limited We recommend that you read this publication Warranty. thoroughly. Your vehicle is covered by the fol‐...
Page 13: Vehicle Identification Number
EDR data are recorded by your vehicle only if a the National Highway Traffic Safety Adminis‐ nontrivial crash situation occurs; no data are tration NHTSA, in addition to notifying BMW of recorded by the EDR under normal driving North America, LLC, P.O. Box 1227, West‐...
Page 14 However, NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you, your dealer, or BMW of North America, LLC. To contact NHTSA, you may call the Vehicle Safety Hotline toll-free at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY: 1-800-424-9153); go to http:// www.safercar.gov;...
Page 15 Notes I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 960 440 - II/15...
Page 16 I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 960 440 - II/15...
Page 17: 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. I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : Online Edition for Part no.
Page 18: Cockpit
At a glance Cockpit Cockpit Vehicle features and options the selected options or country versions. This also applies to safety-related functions and This chapter describes all standard, country- systems. The respectively applicable country specific and optional features offered with the provisions must be observed when using the series.
Page 19 Cockpit At a glance Front fog lights 95 Reduce distance 124 Parking lights 92 Increase distance 124 beams 92 Cruise control rocker switch 130, 124 Instrument cluster 77 Automatic headlight con‐ 10 Steering wheel buttons, right trol 93 Entertainment source Daytime running lights 93 Adaptive Light Control 93 Volume High-beam Assistant 94 Instrument lighting 95 Voice...
Page 20: All Around The Center Console
At a glance Cockpit All around the center console Control Display 18 PDC Park Distance Control 132 Ventilation 150 Rearview camera 135 Hazard warning system 223 Parking assistant 140 Surround View 135 Central locking system 39 Side View 137 Glove compartment 160 Driving Dynamics Control 121 Radio/CD/Multimedia, see user's manual for Navigation, Entertainment and Commu‐ nication DSC Dynamic Stability Con‐...
Page 21 Cockpit At a glance All around the roofliner Intelligent Emergency Re‐ Reading lights 95 quest 223 Glass sunroof, powered 47 Interior lights 95 Indicator lamp, front-seat pas‐ senger airbag 99 I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : Online Edition for Part no.
Page 22: Idrive
At a glance iDrive iDrive Vehicle features and options Control Display This chapter describes all standard, country- Hints specific and optional features offered with the ▷ To clean the Control Display, follow the series. It also describes features that are not care instructions.
Page 23 iDrive At a glance Turn. Press button Function BACK Displays the previous panel. OPTION Opens the Options menu. Controller without navigation system The buttons can be used to open the menus directly. The controller can be used to select menu items and enter the settings. Turn.
Page 24 At a glance iDrive Buttons on controller Selecting menu items Highlighted menu items can be selected. Press button Function Turn the controller until the desired menu MENU Open the main menu. item is highlighted. Audio Open audio menu last listened to, switch between audio me‐...
Page 25: Options Menu
iDrive At a glance White arrows pointing to the left or right indi‐ Turn the controller until the desired setting cate that additional panels can be opened. is displayed. Display of an opened menu When selecting a menu, it generally opens with the panel that was last selected in that menu.
Page 26: Setting The Clock
At a glance iDrive Example: setting the clock ▷ For the input of upper/lower case letters and numbers, it may be necessary to reel via the controller to the corresponding In‐ Setting the clock put mode, refer to page 25, e.g. when the On the Control Display: spelling of upper and lower case letters is identical.
Page 27: General Information
iDrive At a glance Turn the controller to set the hours and Symbol Meaning press the controller. Text message was received. Turn the controller to set the minutes and press the controller. Check the SIM card. SIM card is blocked. Status information SIM card is missing.
Page 28 At a glance iDrive Switching the split screen on and off Without navigation system and telephone On the Control Display: Only radio stations can be stored on the but‐ tons, refer to user's manual for Navigation, En‐ Press button. tertainment, Communication. "Split screen"...
Page 29 iDrive At a glance Deleting personal in the Entering letters and numbers vehicle General information The concept On the Control Display: Depending on the usage, the vehicle saves Turn the controller: select letters or num‐ personal data, such as stored radio stations. bers.
Page 30 At a glance iDrive ▷ Target search: names of locations may be entered in languages available through Control Display. I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : Online Edition for Part no.
Page 31: Voice Activation System
Voice activation system At a glance Voice activation system Vehicle features and options Using voice activation This chapter describes all standard, country- Activating the voice activation system specific and optional features offered with the series. It also describes features that are not Press button on the steering necessarily available in your car, e.
Page 32: Adjusting The Volume
At a glance Voice activation system Executing functions using short Press button on the steering commands wheel. Execute functions on the main menu via short ›Tone‹ commands. It almost doesn't matter which menu item is selected, e.g., ›Vehicle status‹. List of short commands for the voice activation Setting the voice dialog system, see Navigation, Entertainment, Com‐...
Page 33 Voice activation system At a glance This can unnecessarily delay the establish‐ ment of a phone connection. Instead, use the SOS button, refer to page 223, close to the interior mirror. Environmental conditions ▷ Say the commands, numbers, and letters smoothly and with normal volume, empha‐...
Page 34: Integrated Owner's Manual In The Vehicle
At a glance Integrated Owner's Manual in the vehicle Integrated Owner's Manual in the vehicle Vehicle features and options Select components This chapter describes all standard, country- Press button. specific and optional features offered with the Turn the controller: open "Vehicle info". series.
Page 35 Integrated Owner's Manual in the vehicle At a glance Context help - Owner's Manual to the Programmable memory buttons temporarily selected function General information You may open the relevant information di‐ rectly. The Owner's Manual can be stored on the pro‐ grammable memory buttons and called up di‐...
Page 36 I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 960 440 - II/15...
Page 37: 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. I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : Online Edition for Part no.
Page 38: Opening And Closing
Controls Opening and closing Opening and closing Vehicle features and options Overview This chapter describes all standard, country- specific and optional features offered with the series. It also describes features that are not necessarily available in your car, e. g., due to the selected options or country versions.
Page 39: Replacing The Battery
Opening and closing Controls Replacing the battery ▷ Interference of radio transmission by charger while charging items such as mo‐ bile devices in the vehicle. A Check Control message is displayed if an at‐ tempt is made to switch on the ignition or start the engine.
Page 40: Profile Management
Controls Opening and closing Profile management vated. All settings stored in the profile are au‐ tomatically applied. Opening profiles If several drivers use their own remote control, the vehicle will adjust the personal settings Regardless of the remote control in use a dif‐ during unlocking.
Page 41: Using The Remote Control
Importing profiles side. Always take the remote control with you when leaving the vehicle so that the vehicle Profiles exported via BMW Online can also be can then be opened from the outside.◀ imported via BMW Online. Profiles stored on a USB device can be im‐...
Page 42: Courtesy Lights
Controls Opening and closing The windows and the glass sunroof are The trunk lid opens, regardless of whether the opened, as long as the button on the remote vehicle was previously locked or unlocked. control is pressed. During opening, the trunk lid pivots back and up.
Page 43: Alarm System
Opening and closing Controls Commission regulations. Operation is gov‐ erned by the following: FCC ID: ▷ LX8766S. ▷ LX8766E. ▷ LX8CAS. ▷ LX8CAS2. ▷ MYTCAS4. Unlock or lock the driver's door via the door Compliance statement: lock using the integrated key, refer to page 34. This device complies with part 15 of the FCC The other doors must be unlocked or locked Rules.
Page 44: Unlocking And Opening
Controls Opening and closing In the event of a severe accident, the vehicle is ▷ Press button on the remote con‐ automatically unlocked. The hazard warning trol for approx. 1 second. system and interior lights come on. As the case may be, the doors are also un‐ locked.
Page 45: Emergency Unlocking
Opening and closing Controls Locking separately Comfort Access supports the following func‐ tions: The trunk lid can be locked separately with the switch in the glove compartment. If the glove ▷ Unlocking/locking of the vehicle. compartment is locked, the trunk lid cannot be ▷...
Page 46: Separately Unlocking The Trunk Lid
Controls Opening and closing Locking In addition to locking, the windows and the glass sunroof close and the exterior mirrors fold in. Separately unlocking the trunk lid Press button on the exterior of the trunk lid. This corresponds to pressing the re‐...
Page 47 Opening and closing Controls leg must pass through the ranges of both ▷ Shielding of the remote control due to sensors. metal objects. ▷ Interference of the radio connection from mobile phones or other electronic devices in direct proximity. Do not transport the remote control together with metal objects or electronic devices.
Page 48: Automatic Locking
Controls Opening and closing ▷ "Tailgate + door(s)" objects damaged when the seat is moved back.◀ The trunk lid is opened and the doors are unlocked. The adjustment procedure is interrupted: ▷ When a seat position switch is pressed. Confirmation signals from the vehicle ▷...
Page 49: Panic Mode
Opening and closing Controls Trunk lid and armed alarm system ▷ The indicator lamp flashes after unlocking until the engine ignition is switched on, but The trunk lid can be opened even when the no longer than approx. 5 minutes: alarm system is armed.
Page 50: Power Windows
Controls Opening and closing ▷ With Comfort Access: if you are carrying ▷ Pull the switch to the resistance the remote control on your person, grasp point. the driver side or front passenger side door handle completely. The window closes while the switch is held.
Page 51: Roller Sunblinds
Opening and closing Controls Extending or retracting roller sunblind The pinch protection is limited and the for rear window window reopens slightly if the closing force exceeds a certain margin. Press button. Pull the reel past the resistance point again within approx.
Page 52 Controls Opening and closing Tilting the glass sunroof Pinch protection system If the closing force when closing the glass sun‐ Push switch briefly upward. roof exceeds a certain value, the closing move‐ ▷ The closed glass sunroof is ment is stopped, beginning at approximately tilted.
Page 53 Opening and closing Controls Initializing the system The system can be initialized when the vehicle is stationary and the engine is running. During the initialization, the glass sunroof closes without jam protection. Keep the closing path clear Monitor closing and make sure that the closing path of the glass sunroof is clear;...
Page 54: Adjusting
Controls Adjusting Adjusting Vehicle features and options Keep the movement area unobstructed When changing the seat position, keep This chapter describes all standard, country- the seat's area of movement unobstructed; specific and optional features offered with the otherwise, people might get injured or objects series.
Page 55 Adjusting Controls After releasing the lever, move the seat for‐ to the seat or lift it off to make sure the seat ward or back slightly making sure it engages engages properly. properly. Electrically adjustable seats Height At a glance Pull the lever and apply your weight to the seat or lift it off, as necessary.
Page 56: Lumbar Support
Controls Adjusting Thigh support Height. Pull the lever at the front of the seat and adjust Seat tilt. the thigh support. Lumbar support The curvature of the seat backrest can be ad‐ justed in a way that it supports the lumbar re‐ gion of the spine.
Page 57: Safety Belts
Adjusting Controls Front seat heating If the journey is continued within approx. 15 minutes, the seat heating is activated automat‐ ically with the temperature selected last. When ECO PRO, refer to page 173, is acti‐ vated, the heater output is reduced. Switch off Press button longer.
Page 58: Front Headrests
Controls Adjusting Putting on the belt safety belt reminder is active at speeds above approx. 6 mph/10 km/h. It can also be activated Lay the belt, without twisting, snugly if objects are placed on the front passenger across the lap and shoulders, as close to the seat.
Page 59: Adjusting The Height
Adjusting Controls Adjusting the height Raise the head restraint up against the re‐ sistance. ▷ To raise: push. Press button, arrow 1, and pull the head re‐ ▷ To lower: press button, arrow 1, and push straint out completely. headrest down. Before transporting passengers Reinstall the head restraint before trans‐...
Page 60: Seat And Mirror Memory
Controls Adjusting Adjusting the height Raise the head restraint up against the re‐ sistance. ▷ To raise: push. Press button, arrow 1, and pull the head re‐ ▷ To lower: press button, arrow 1, and push straint out completely. headrest down. Before transporting passengers The center head restraint cannot be adjusted Reinstall the head restraint before trans‐...
Page 61: Safety Mode
Adjusting Controls At a glance Calling up of a seat position deactivated After a brief period, calling up stored seat posi‐ tions is deactivated to save battery power. To reactivate calling up of a seat position: ▷ Open and close the door or trunk lid. ▷...
Page 62: Automatic Dimming Feature
Controls Adjusting At a glance Engage selector lever position R. Deactivating Slide the switch to the passenger side mirror position. Fold in and out Press button. Possible at speeds up to approx. Adjusting 58 15 mph/20 km/h. Left/right, Automatic Curb Monitor E.
Page 63: Steering Wheel
Adjusting Controls Steering wheel Interior rearview mirror, manually dimmable Note Turn knob Do not adjust while driving Do not adjust the steering wheel while driving; otherwise, an unexpected movement could result in an accident.◀ Adjusting Turn the knob to reduce the blinding effect by the interior mirror.
Page 64: Transporting Children Safely
Controls Transporting children safely Transporting children safely Vehicle features and options the selected options or country versions. This also applies to safety-related functions and This chapter describes all standard, country- systems. The respectively applicable country specific and optional features offered with the provisions must be observed when using the series.
Page 65: Deactivating Airbags
Transporting children safely Controls of unexpected movement of the seat back‐ the adjustment after this; otherwise, the stabil‐ rest.◀ ity of the child seat will be reduced.◀ Adjustable backrest width: before installing a On the front passenger seat child restraint system in the front passenger seat, open the backrest width completely.
Page 66: Restraint Systems
Controls Transporting children safely LATCH child restraint system Before installing LATCH child LATCH: Lower Anchors and Tether for Chil‐ restraint systems dren. Pull the belt away from the area of the child re‐ Note straint system. Follow manufacturer's information for Assembly of LATCH child restraint LATCH child restraint systems systems...
Page 67 Transporting children safely Controls Locking the doors and windows Rear doors Direction of travel Head restraint Hook for upper retaining strap Mounting point/eye Push the locking lever on the rear doors down. Rear window shelf Seat backrest The door can now be opened from the outside Upper retaining strap only.
Page 68: Driving
Controls Driving Driving Vehicle features and options Ignition off Steptronic transmission: Press the Start/Stop This chapter describes all standard, country- button again without stepping on the brake. specific and optional features offered with the Manual transmission: Press the Start/Stop but‐ series.
Page 69: Diesel Engine
Driving Controls The radio-ready state switches off automati‐ Repeated starting in quick succession cally: Avoid trying to start the vehicle repeat‐ ▷ After approx. 8 minutes. edly and in quick succession. Otherwise, the fuel is not burned or is inadequately burned, ▷...
Page 70: Automatic Mode
Controls Driving Engine stop Auto Start/Stop function Hints The concept The Auto Start/Stop function helps save fuel. Take the remote control with you The system switches off the engine during a Take the remote control with you when stop, e.g., in traffic congestion or at traffic leaving the vehicle so that children, e.g., can‐...
Page 71: Functional Limitations
Driving Controls Safety mode The display indicates that the conditions for an automatic en‐ After the engine switches off automatically, it gine stop have not been met. will not start again automatically if any one of the following conditions are met. ▷...
Page 72: Parking Brake
Controls Driving Activating/deactivating the system Malfunction manually The Auto Start/Stop function no longer switches off the engine automatically. A Check Using the button Control message is displayed. It is possible to continue driving. Have the system checked. Parking brake Applying The lever automatically engages after being pulled up.
Page 73: Headlight Flasher
Driving Controls The brake lights will not light up if the parking Settings are stored for the profile currently in brake is set. use. Signaling briefly Turn signal, high beams, Press the lever to the resistance point and hold headlight flasher it there for as long as you want the turn signal to flash.
Page 74 Controls Driving Do not activate wipers with wipers folded ▷ To switch off normal wipe: press down away once. Do not switch on the wipers if they are folded ▷ To switch off fast wipe: press down twice. away, otherwise the hood or the wipers may be Interval mode or rain sensor damaged.◀...
Page 75: Washer Fluid
Driving Controls Setting the frequency or sensitivity of Fold-out position of the wipers the rain sensor Fold wipers back when you want to change the blades or with pending low temperatures. Switch the ignition on and off again. With icy conditions make sure that blades are not frozen to the windshield.
Page 76: Washer Fluid Reservoir
Controls Driving Manual transmission tainer. Use BMW’s Windshield Washer Con‐ centrate or the equivalent.◀ Shifting Adding washer fluid Shifting into 5th or 6th gear Only add washer fluid when the engine is When shifting into 5th or 6th gear, push cool, and then close the cover completely to the gearshift lever to the right;...
Page 77 Driving Controls Engaging D, R and N off, refer to page 64, and when selector lever position R or D is set. ▷ With the ignition off, if selector lever posi‐ tion N is set. ▷ If the driver's safety belt is released, the driver's door is opened, and the brake pedal is not pressed while the vehicle is stationary and selector lever position D or...
Page 78 Controls Driving Sport program and manual mode Steptronic Sport transmission: prevent automatic upshifting in M/S Activating the sport program manual mode The Steptronic Sport transmission does not automatically upshift in M/S manual mode once the maximum speed is reached, if one of the following conditions is met: ▷...
Page 79 Driving Controls Engaging selector lever position N Gears will only be shifted at appropriate engine and road speeds, for example downshifting is Depress the brake pedal. not possible if the engine speed is too high. Press the Start/Stop button. The starter The selected gear is briefly displayed in the in‐...
Page 80 Controls Driving To start with Launch Control do not steer the steering wheel. Start with launch control While the engine is running: Press button or select Sport+ with the Driving Dynamics Control. TRACTION is displayed in the instrument cluster and the indicator lamp for DSC OFF lights up.
Page 81: Displays
Displays Controls Displays Vehicle features and options the selected options or country versions. This also applies to safety-related functions and This chapter describes all standard, country- systems. The respectively applicable country specific and optional features offered with the provisions must be observed when using the series.
Page 82: Check Control
Controls Displays Red lights ▷ Messages, e.g. Check Control, refer to page 78. Safety belt reminder ▷ Current fuel consumption, refer to page 83. Flashing or illuminated: safety belt on the driver or passenger side is not ▷ Navigation display, see User's manual for buckled.
Page 83 Displays Controls If a collision with a person detected in this way For additional information, refer to Dynamic is imminent, the symbol lights up and a signal Stability Control DSC, refer to page 119. sounds. DSC Dynamic Stability Control is Orange lights deactivated or DTC Dynamic Traction Control is activated...
Page 84 Controls Displays For more information, see Tire Pressure Moni‐ Front fog lights tor, refer to page 100. Front fog lights are activated. For additional information, refer to Steering system Front fog lights, refer to page 95. Steering system in some cases defec‐ tive.
Page 85: Fuel Gauge
Displays Controls Supplementary text messages They are stored and can be displayed again later. Additional information, such as on the cause of an error or the required action, can be called up Displaying stored Check Control via Check Control. messages With urgent messages the added text will be On the Control Display: automatically displayed on the Control Display.
Page 86: Coolant Temperature
Controls Displays middle or in the left half of Ice on roads the temperature display. Even at temperatures above ▷ Hot engine: the pointer is at the high end of +37 ℉/+3 ℃, roads might be icy. the temperature range. A Check Control Therefore, drive carefully on bridges and message is also displayed.
Page 87: Current Fuel Consumption
Displays Controls Energy recovery Displaying the cruising range Depending on your vehicle's optional features, Display the range can also be displayed as bar in the instrument cluster. The kinetic energy of the vehicle is converted to electrical energy "Settings" while coasting. The vehicle bat‐ "Instrument cluster"...
Page 88: Gear Shift Indicator
Controls Displays Gear shift indicator Symbols Sym‐ Description The concept bols The system recommends the most fuel effi‐ cient gear for the current driving situation. No service is currently required. Depending on the vehicle's features and coun‐ try version of the vehicle, the gear shift indica‐ The deadline for scheduled mainte‐...
Page 89 Displays Controls Speed limit detection Keep the windshield in the area behind the in‐ terior rearview mirror clean and clear. The concept Switching on/off Speed limit detection On the Control Display: Speed limit detection uses a symbol in the "Settings" shape of a traffic sign to display the currently detected speed limit.
Page 90 Controls Displays Display ▷ When the windshield behind the interior rearview mirror is fogged over, dirty or cov‐ ered by a sticker, etc. ▷ In the event of incorrect detection by the camera. ▷ If the speed limits stored in the navigation system are incorrect.
Page 91: Information At A Glance
Displays Controls Calling up information on the info On the Control Display: display "Settings" "Instrument cluster" Select the desired displays. Information in detail Range Displays the estimated cruising range available with the remaining fuel. It is calculated based on your driving style over Press the onboard computer button on the the last 20 miles/30 km.
Page 92: Control Display
Controls Displays Time of arrival "Consumpt." or "Speed" "Yes" The estimated time of arrival is displayed if a destination is en‐ tered in the navigation system Sport displays before the trip is started. The time must be correctly set. The concept On the Control Display, the current values for Speed limit detection performance and torque can be displayed if...
Page 93 Displays Controls Activating/deactivating the speed Turn the controller until the desired mi‐ warning nutes are displayed. On the Control Display: Press the controller. The time is stored. "Settings" "Speed" Setting the time format "Warning" "Settings" Press the controller. "Time/Date" "Format:" Setting your current speed as the speed warning Select the desired format.
Page 94: Head-Up Display
Controls Displays Language Depending on the light conditions, the bright‐ ness settings may not be clearly visible. Setting the language Assist system information To set the language on the Control Display: "Settings" Display on the Control Display "Language/Units" Information on the Assist system can be dis‐ played by activating Assist on the Control Dis‐...
Page 95 Displays Controls If the image is distorted, check the basic set‐ When the low beams are activated, the bright‐ tings. ness of the Head-up Display can be addition‐ ally influenced using the instrument lighting. Switching on/off Settings are stored for the profile currently in "Settings"...
Page 96: Lights
Controls Lights Lights Vehicle features and options Parking lights/low beams, headlight control This chapter describes all standard, country- specific and optional features offered with the General information series. It also describes features that are not Position of switch: necessarily available in your car, e. g., due to the selected options or country versions.
Page 97: Adaptive Light Control
Lights Controls Headlight courtesy delay feature Activating/deactivating The low beams stay lit for a short while if the In some countries, daytime running lights are headlight flasher is switched on after the radio- mandatory, so it may not be possible to deacti‐ ready state is switched off.
Page 98 Controls Lights In tight curves, e.g., on mountainous roads or fore, manually reel off the high beams in situa‐ when turning, one of the two front fog lights is tions where required to avoid a safety risk.◀ switched on as a turning lamp. As a result the inside of the curve is better lighted.
Page 99: Fog Lights
Lights Controls Fog lights Switching the high beams on and off manually Front fog lights The low beams must be switched on. Press button. The green indicator lamp lights up. If the automatic headlight control, refer to page 93, is activated, the low beams will come on automatically when you switch on the front fog lights.
Page 100: Reading Lights
Controls Lights Overview Setting the brightness The brightness of the ambient light can be ad‐ justed via the thumbwheel for the instrument lighting or on the Control Display. On the Control Display: "Settings" "Lighting" "Brightness:" Adjust the brightness. Interior lights Reading lamp Switching the interior lights on and off Press button.
Page 101: Safety
Safety Controls Safety Vehicle features and options the selected options or country versions. This also applies to safety-related functions and This chapter describes all standard, country- systems. The respectively applicable country specific and optional features offered with the provisions must be observed when using the series.
Page 102: Knee Airbag
Controls Safety Ejection Mitigation ▷ Make sure that occupants keep their heads away from the side airbag and do not rest The head airbag system is designed as an against the head airbag; otherwise, injuries ejection mitigation countermeasure to reduce might occur when airbag is activated.
Page 103: Deactivation System
Safety Controls erational readiness of the entire airbag system In this case, change the sitting position so that and the belt tensioner. the front-seat passenger airbags are activated and the indicator lamp goes out. If it is not possible to activate the airbags, have Airbag system malfunctioning the person sit in the rear.
Page 104: Tire Pressure Monitor Tpm
Controls Safety size is detected on the seat. The airbags Unobstructed area of movement on the front passenger side are activated. Ensure that the area of movement of the seats is unobstructed to avoid personal injury Detected child seats or damage to objects.◀ The system generally detects children seated in a child seat, particularly in child seats re‐...
Page 105 Safety Controls "Vehicle status" On the Control Display and on the vehicle: "Tire Pressure Monitor (TPM)" "Vehicle info" The status is displayed. "Vehicle status" "Perform reset" Status control display Start the engine - do not drive off. Tire and system status are indicated by the Reset tire inflation pressure:"Perform color of the wheels and a text message on the reset".
Page 106 Controls Safety Do not continue driving without run-flat Check the air pressure in all four tires at tires the next opportunity. Do not continue driving if the vehicle is not If the tire inflation pressure in all four tires equipped with run-flat tires; continued driving is shown to be correct, it is possible that may result in serious accidents.◀...
Page 107 Safety Controls Required tire inflation pressure check ▷ TPM was unable to complete the reset. message Reset the system again. A Check Control message is displayed in the ▷ Interference through systems or devices following situations with the same radio frequency: after leav‐ ing the area of the interference, the system ▷...
Page 108 Controls Safety sequent vehicle start-ups as long as the mal‐ The status is displayed. function exists. When the malfunction indicator Initialization is illuminated, the system may not be able to detect or signal low tire pressure as intended. When initializing the once set inflation tire TPMS malfunctions may occur for a variety of pressures serve as reference values in order to reasons, including the installation of replace‐...
Page 109 Safety Controls Run-flat tires When a flat tire is indicated, DSC Dynamic Sta‐ bility Control is switched on if needed. Maximum speed System limits You may continue driving with a damaged tire at speeds up to 50 mph/80 km/h. Sudden tire damage Sudden serious tire damage caused by Continued driving with a flat tire external circumstances cannot be recognized...
Page 110 Controls Safety Your car handles differently when you lose tire Be alert inflation pressure, e.g., your lane stability is re‐ Due to system limitations, warnings may duced when braking, braking distances are be not issued at all, or may be issued late or longer and the self-steering properties will improperly.
Page 111 Safety Controls Switching on/off General information The Intelligent Safety systems are automati‐ The system warns at two levels of an imminent cally active after every departure. danger of collision at speeds from approx. 3 mph/5 km/h. Time of warnings may vary with Press button: the systems are turned the current driving situation.
Page 112 Controls Safety Switch off Tow-starting and towing For tow-starting or towing, switch off the Press button: the system is switched Intelligent Safety systems; otherwise malfunc‐ off. The LED goes out. tions of the individual braking systems might Re-press button: the system is switched on. lead to accidents.◀...
Page 113 Safety Controls Acute warning with braking function ▷ Slow moving vehicles when you approach them at high speed. Warning of the imminent danger of a collision when the vehicle approaches another object at ▷ Vehicles that suddenly swerve in front of a relatively high differential speed.
Page 114: Radar Sensor
Controls Safety The system sounds a warning before an immi‐ Be aware of the traffic situation and the vehi‐ nent collision and actuates brakes independ‐ cle's surroundings at all times, otherwise acci‐ ently if needed. dents are still possible despite all warnings.◀ The automatic braking intervention is executed Adapting your speed and driving style with limited braking force and for a brief period...
Page 115 Safety Controls Warning with braking function Display If a collision with a recognized vehicle is immi‐ nent a warning symbol appears in the instru‐ ment cluster and in the Head-Up Display. Symbol Measure The vehicle lights up red: prewarn‐ A dirty or covered sensor may prevent the de‐ ing.
Page 116 Controls Safety The warning prompts the driver himself/herself ▷ In heavy fog, rain, sprayed water or snow‐ to react. During a warning, the maximum brak‐ fall. ing force is used. Premise for the brake boos‐ ▷ In tight curves. ter is sufficiently quick and hard stepping on ▷...
Page 117 Safety Controls Detection range Tow-starting and towing For tow-starting or towing, switch off the Intelligent Safety systems; otherwise malfunc‐ tions of the individual braking systems might lead to accidents.◀ At a glance Button in the vehicle The detection area in front of the vehicle is div‐ ided into two areas.
Page 118: Lane Departure Warning
Controls Safety Switch off System limits Press button: the systems are turned Detection range off. The LED goes out. The detection potential of the camera is lim‐ Press button: the systems are turned on. The ited. LED lights up. Thus a warning might not be issued or be is‐ sued late.
Page 119 Safety Controls Camera speed, depending on the country version, is between 35 mph/55 km/h and 45 mph/70 km/h. When switching on the system below this speed, a message is displayed in the instru‐ ment cluster. The steering wheel begins vibrating gently in the event of warnings.
Page 120 Controls Safety ▷ When using the turn signal. The lamp in the exterior mirror housing is dim‐ med. System limits Before you change lanes after setting the turn The system may not be fully functional in the signal, the system issues a warning in the sit‐ following situations: uations described above.
Page 121: Radar Sensors
Safety Controls Radar sensors and the lamp in the exterior mirror housing flashes brightly. The warning stops when the turn signal is switched off, or the other vehicle leaves the critical zone. System limits The system may not be fully functional in the following situations: ▷...
Page 122: Brake Force Display
Controls Safety Brake force display After travel has begun, the system is trained about the driver, so that increasing lack of alertness or fatigue can be detected. The concept This procedure takes the following criteria into account: ▷ Personal driving style, e.g., steering behav‐ ior.
Page 123: Driving Stability Control Systems
Driving stability control systems Controls Driving stability control systems Vehicle features and options DSC also recognizes unstable vehicle condi‐ tions such as fishtailing or nose-diving. Within This chapter describes all standard, country- the physical limits DSC helps to keep the vehi‐ specific and optional features offered with the cle on a steady course by reducing engine series.
Page 124 Controls Driving stability control systems Indicator/warning lights The system ensures maximum headway on special road conditions or loose road surfaces, The indicator lamp flashes: DSC con‐ e.g., unplowed snowy roads, but with some‐ trols the drive and braking forces. what limited driving stability. The indicator lamp lights up: DSC has Activating the Dynamic Traction Control DTC failed.
Page 125: Driving Dynamics Control
Driving stability control systems Controls Dynamic Damping Control Driving Dynamics Control The concept The concept This system reduces undesirable vehicle mo‐ The Driving Dynamics Control helps to fine- tion when using a dynamic driving style or trav‐ tune the vehicle's settings and features. Vari‐ eling on uneven road surfaces.
Page 126 Controls Driving stability control systems DSC OFF Activating SPORT When DSC OFF, refer to page 120, is active, Press button repeatedly until SPORT driving stability is limited during acceleration is displayed in the instrument cluster. and when driving in curves. Configuring SPORT TRACTION When the display is activated on the Control...
Page 127 Driving stability control systems Controls The program can be configured to individual "Driving mode info" specifications. Drive-off assistant Activating ECO PRO Press button repeatedly until ECO This system supports driving off on inclines. PRO is displayed in the instrument The parking brake is not required. cluster.
Page 128: Driving Comfort
Controls Driving comfort Driving comfort Vehicle features and options As soon as the road is clear, the vehicle accel‐ erates to the desired speed. This chapter describes all standard, country- The speed is also maintained downhill, but specific and optional features offered with the may not be maintained uphill if engine power is series.
Page 129 Driving comfort Controls Before leaving the vehicle, secure it against moving on its own. Before leaving the vehicle with the engine run‐ ning: set the parking brake and ensure that the Steptronic transmission is in position P. Other‐ wise, the vehicle may begin to move.◀ Overview A dirty or covered sensor may prevent the de‐...
Page 130 Controls Driving comfort Interrupting Maintaining/storing the speed When active, press the button. Press button. If interrupting the system while stationary, press on the brake pedal at the same time. The system is automatically interrupted in the following situations: ▷ When the brakes are applied. ▷...
Page 131: While Driving
Driving comfort Controls Distance To accelerate to the desired speed auto‐ matically, press the accelerator or press Select a distance the RES or SET button. Adjust the distance according to the traf‐ Rolling bars in the distance display indicate fic and weather conditions; otherwise, there is that the the vehicle detected by the radar sen‐...
Page 132 Controls Driving comfort The conditions are not adequate for the sys‐ Distance display tem to work. Distance 1 The system was deactivated but applies the brakes until you actively resume control by pressing on the brake pedal or accelerator Distance 2 pedal.
Page 133: Swerving Vehicles
Driving comfort Controls Limited detection potential tance. This also applies to major speed differ‐ ences to vehicles driving ahead of you, e.g., Because of the limited possible detec‐ when rapidly approaching a truck. When a ve‐ tion, you should be alert at all times so that you hicle driving ahead of you is reliably detected, can intervene if needed;...
Page 134: Cruise Control
Controls Driving comfort Any unauthorized modifications or changes to these devices could void the user's authority to operate this equipment. Malfunction The system cannot be activated if the radar sensor is not aligned correctly. This may be caused by damage incurred during parking, e.g.
Page 135 Driving comfort Controls Overview ▷ The clutch pedal is depressed for a few seconds or released while a gear is not en‐ Buttons on the steering wheel gaged. ▷ The gear engaged is too high for the cur‐ Press button Function rent speed.
Page 136: Pdc Park Distance Control
Controls Driving comfort Desired speed When cruise control is maintained or stored, DSC Dynamic Stability Control will be turned ▷ The marking lights up green: on if needed. the system is active. ▷ The marking lights up or‐ Changing the speed ange: the system has been Press the rocker switch up or down repeatedly interrupted.
Page 137 Driving comfort Controls Switching on/off ▷ By the rear middle sensors at approx. 5 ft/1.50 m. Switching on automatically To ensure full functionality: With the engine running, engage lever in posi‐ ▷ Do not cover sensors, e.g., with stickers, tion P R. bicycle racks.
Page 138 Controls Driving comfort Settings are stored for the profile currently in ▷ For objects with porous surfaces. use. Low objects already displayed, e.g., curbs, can move into the blind area of the sensors before Visual warning or after a continuous tone sounds. The approach of the vehicle to an object can False warnings be shown on the Control Display.
Page 139: Rearview Camera
Driving comfort Controls At a glance ▷ When using high-pressure washers, do not spray the sensors for long periods and Button in the vehicle maintain a distance of at least 12 in/30 cm. Surround View The concept Surround View comprises various camera as‐ sistance systems that help the driver when parking, maneuvering, and at complex exits and intersections.
Page 140 Controls Driving comfort Switching on/off manually ▷ They help you to estimate how much space is needed when parking and maneu‐ Press button. vering on level pavement. ▷ They are dependent on the current steer‐ ▷ On: the LED lights up. ing angle and are continuously adjusted to ▷...
Page 141: Display Settings
Driving comfort Controls Parking using pathway and turning System limits radius lines Detection of objects Position the vehicle so that the turning ra‐ dius lines lead to within the limits of the Very low obstacles as well as high, protruding parking space.
Page 142: Top View
Controls Driving comfort At a glance Switch the system back on if needed. Button in the vehicle Display The traffic area to the left and right is displayed on the Control Display. Side View Guidelines at the bottom of the image show Cameras the position of the front of the vehicle.
Page 143 Driving comfort Controls General information Cameras The image is lidtured by two cameras integrated in the exterior mirrors and by the rearview camera. The range is at least 7 ft/2 m to the side and rear. In this way, obstacles up to the height of the exterior mirrors are detected early.
Page 144: Parking Assistant
Controls Driving comfort When the distance to an object is small, a red track line is continuously adjusted for the bar is shown in front of the vehicle, as it is in steering wheel movement. the PDC display. "Parking aid lines" Turning circle and pathway lines are displayed.
Page 145 Driving comfort Controls Hints ▷ Maximum distance to row of parked vehi‐ cles: 5 ft/1.5 m. Personal responsibility Even an active system does not relieve Suitable parking space the driver from personal responsibility while ▷ Gap between two objects with a minimum driving.
Page 146: System Status
Controls Driving comfort Ultrasound sensors Display on the Control Display System activated/deactivated Symbol Meaning Gray: the system is not available. White: the system is available but not activated. The system is activated. The ultrasound sensors for measuring parking spaces are located on the side of the vehicle. System status To ensure full functionality: ▷...
Page 147 Driving comfort Controls Parking using the parking assistant ▷ Possible on snow-covered or slippery road surfaces. Check the traffic situation as well ▷ When there are obstacles that are hard to Louds noises outside and inside the ve‐ overcome, such as curbs. hicle can drown out the parking assistant's and ▷...
Page 148 Controls Driving comfort ▷ For small children and animals. ▷ For persons with certain clothing, e.g. coats. ▷ With external interference of the ultra‐ sound, e.g. from passing vehicles or loud machines. ▷ When sensors are dirty, iced over, dam‐ aged or out of position.
Page 149: Climate Control
Climate control Controls Climate control Vehicle features and options the selected options or country versions. This also applies to safety-related functions and This chapter describes all standard, country- systems. The respectively applicable country specific and optional features offered with the provisions must be observed when using the series.
Page 150: Rear Window Defroster
Controls Climate control Climate control functions in detail The cooling function, refer to page 146, is switched on automatically with the AUTO pro‐ Manual air distribution gram. Turn the wheel to select the de‐ Temperature sired program or the desired in‐ termediate setting.
Page 151 Climate control Controls Switching the system on/off Press button repeatedly to select an operating mode: Switch off ▷ LED off: outside air flows in continuously. Press the left button for the minimum ▷ LED on, recirculated-air mode: the supply speed. of outside air into the vehicle is perma‐...
Page 152: Maximum Cooling
Controls Climate control AUTO program 10 Air distribution, right Display 11 Air flow, AUTO intensity Maximum cooling 12 Air distribution, left Temperature, right 13 Rear window defroster Seat heating, right 53 14 Interior temperature sensor — always keep clear Cooling function 15 Defrosts windows and removes condensa‐...
Page 153: Rear Window Defroster
Climate control Controls Cooling function Sufficient ventilation The car's interior can only be cooled with the When remaining in the vehicle for an ex‐ engine running. tended period of time, ensure sufficient exter‐ nal ventilation. Do not continuously use recir‐ Press button.
Page 154 Controls Climate control Ventilation Defrosts windows and removes condensation Front ventilation Press button. Ice and condensation are quickly re‐ moved from the windshield and the front side windows. For this purpose, point the side vents onto the side windows as needed. Adjust air flow with the program active.
Page 155 Climate control Controls Ventilation in the rear Preselecting the reel-on time On the Control Display: "Settings" "Climate" "Timer 1:" or "Timer 2:" Set the desired time. Activating the reel-on time On the Control Display: ▷ Thumbwheel for continuous opening and "Settings"...
Page 156: Interior Equipment
Controls Interior equipment Interior equipment Vehicle features and options Compatibility If this symbol is printed on the packag‐ This chapter describes all standard, country- ing or in the instructions of the system specific and optional features offered with the to be controlled, the system is gener‐ series.
Page 157 Interior equipment Controls erases all programming of the buttons on rearview mirror starts flashing rapidly and then the interior rearview mirror. stays lit constantly for 2 seconds, the system features an alternating-code system. Flashing Hold the hand-held transmitter for the sys‐ and continuous illumination of the LED will re‐...
Page 158: Digital Compass
Controls Interior equipment Likewise, press and hold the button of the proximately 20 seconds until the LED flashes desired function on the hand-held trans‐ rapidly. All stored functions are deleted. The mitter. functions cannot be deleted individually. Release both buttons as soon as the inte‐ rior rearview mirror LED flashes more rap‐...
Page 159: Setting The Language
Interior equipment Controls World map with magnetic zones Procedure Procedure Press and hold the control button for ap‐ Make sure that there are no large metallic prox. 3 to 4 seconds. The number of the objects or overhead power lines near the set compass zone appears in the mirror.
Page 160: Sun Visor
Controls Interior equipment Settings are stored automatically after approxi‐ Replace the cover after use mately 10 seconds. Reinsert the lighter or socket cover after use, otherwise objects may get into the lighter socket or fixture and cause a short circuit.◀ Sun visor Glare shield Fold the sun visor down or up.
Page 161 Interior equipment Controls Note In the trunk The total load of all sockets must not exceed 140 watts at 12 volts. Do not damage the socket by using unsuitable connectors. Front center console The socket is located on the left side in the trunk.
Page 162 Controls Interior equipment Without telephone: overview Hints Danger of jamming Before folding down the rear seat back‐ rests, ensure that the area of movement of the backrests is clear. In particular, ensure that no one is located in or reaches into the area of movement of the rear seat backrests when the middle section is folded down.
Page 163 Interior equipment Controls Push the corresponding head restraint To secure cargo, refer to page 170, with nets down as far as it will go. or draw straps, the cargo area is fitted with lashing eyes. Pull the corresponding lever in the cargo area to release the rear seat backrest.
Page 164: Storage Compartments
Controls Storage compartments Storage compartments Vehicle features and options ▷ Compartments in the doors, refer to page 161. This chapter describes all standard, country- ▷ Nets on the backrests of the front seats. specific and optional features offered with the ▷...
Page 165: Center Armrest
Storage compartments Controls Compartments in the doors This prevents access to the glove compart‐ ment and to the trunk. Do not stow any breakable objects After the glove compartment is locked, the re‐ Do not store any breakable objects, e. g. mote control can be handed over, such as at a glass bottles, in the compartments, or there is hotel, without the integrated key.
Page 166: Storage Compartment
Controls Storage compartments Storage compartment in the To open: press the button. rear To close: push both covers back in, one after the other. A storage compartment is located in the center armrest. Pushing back the covers Push back the covers before folding up the center armrest;...
Page 167 Storage compartments Controls Multi-function hook Raise the cargo floor panel, arrow 1, and latch at top, if needed, arrow 2. A multi-function hook is located on each side of the trunk. Partitioning the compartment The multi-function hooks can be loaded up to The compartment can be divided using an at‐...
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Page 169: Driving Tips
Driving tips This chapter provides you with information useful in dealing with specific driving and operating modes. I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 960 440 - II/15...
Page 170: Things To Remember When Driving
Driving tips Things to remember when driving Things to remember when driving Vehicle features and options Tires Tire traction is not optimal due to manufactur‐ This chapter describes all standard, country- ing circumstances when tires are brand-new; specific and optional features offered with the they achieve their full traction potential after a series.
Page 171: Driving Through Water
Things to remember when driving Driving tips ▷ Close all windows and the glass sunroof. mobile communication devices can interfere with each other. In addition, there is no assur‐ ▷ Greatly increase the air flow from the vents. ance that the radiation generated during trans‐ ▷...
Page 172: Driving In Wet Conditions
Driving tips Things to remember when driving However, this has no effect on the perform‐ Drive long or steep downhill gradients in the ance and operational reliability of the brake. gear that requires least braking efforts. Other‐ wise the brakes may overheat and reduce Objects within the range of movement brake efficiency.
Page 173: Loading
Loading Driving tips Loading Vehicle features and options vehicle and unstable driving situations may result. This chapter describes all standard, country- specific and optional features offered with the series. It also describes features that are not necessarily available in your car, e. g., due to the selected options or country versions.
Page 174: Securing Cargo
Driving tips Loading Load Securing cargo Lashing eyes in the trunk The maximum load is the sum of the weight of the occupants and the cargo. To secure the cargo there are four lashing The greater the weight of the occupants, the eyes in the cargo area.
Page 175 Loading Driving tips Roof-mounted luggage rack ▷ Do not let objects project into the opening path of the trunk lid. Note ▷ Drive cautiously and avoid sudden acceler‐ ation and braking maneuvers. Take corners Roof racks are available as special accessories. gently.
Page 176: Saving Fuel
Driving tips Saving fuel Saving fuel Vehicle features and options Close the windows and glass sunroof This chapter describes all standard, country- specific and optional features offered with the Driving with the glass sunroof and windows series. It also describes features that are not open results in increased air resistance and necessarily available in your car, e.
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The maintenance should be carried out by The flow of fuel is interrupted while coasting. your service center. Also note the BMW Maintenance System, refer Switch off the engine during to page 210. longer stops ECO PRO Switch off the engine during longer stops, e.g.,...
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Driving tips Saving fuel The achieved extended range is displayed in ▷ "ECO PRO speed warning": the instrument cluster as bonus range. The output is reduced once the set ECO PRO speed is reached. Overview Coasting The system includes the following EfficientDynamics functions and displays: Fuel-efficiency can be optimized by disengag‐...
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Saving fuel Driving tips Efficiency display ECO PRO tip, driving tip The arrow indicates that the driving Display in the instrument cluster style can be adjusted to be more fuel efficient by backing off the accelerator for instance. Note The efficiency display and ECO PRO tips in the instrument cluster appear when the ECO PRO display is activated.
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Driving tips Saving fuel Indications on the Control Display Coasting EfficientDynamics The concept Information on fuel consumption and technol‐ The system helps to conserve fuel. ogy can be displayed while driving. To do this, under certain conditions the engine is automatically decoupled from the transmis‐ "Vehicle info"...
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Saving fuel Driving tips prox. 50 km/h to 100 mph, approx. 160 km/h, if Indications on the Control Display the following conditions are met: The Coasting driving condition is displayed in ▷ Accelerator pedal and brake pedal are not EfficientDynamics Info while this driving mode operated.
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Driving tips Saving fuel The last fifteen minutes of a trip are evaluated. Tips about the energy saving driving style, Conserving fuel, refer to page 172. The range of the vehicle can be extended by an efficient driving style. This gain in range is displayed as a bonus range in the instrument cluster and on the Control Display.
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Page 185: Mobility
Mobility In order to always ensure your mobility, you will find important information on operating fluids, wheels and tires, maintenance and Roadside Assistance in the following. I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : Online Edition for Part no.
Page 186: Refueling
Mobility Refueling Refueling Vehicle features and options Turn the tank lid counterclockwise. This chapter describes all standard, country- specific and optional features offered with the series. It also describes features that are not necessarily available in your car, e. g., due to the selected options or country versions.
Page 187 Refueling Mobility Open the cover on the right side trim. To do this, turn the lid. Pull the green knob with the fuel pump symbol. This releases the fuel filler flap. Observe the following when refueling The fuel tank is full when the filler nozzle clicks off the first time.
Page 188: Fuel
Fuel recommendation system.◀ Note Recommended fuel grade General fuel quality BMW recommends AKI 91. Even fuels that conform to the specifica‐ tions can be of low quality. This may cause en‐ Minimum fuel grade gine problems, for instance poor engine start- BMW recommends AKI 89.
Page 189: Winter Diesel
Diesel The concept Low-Sulfur Diesel BMW Advanced Diesel reduces nitrogen ox‐ The engine of your BMW is designed for diesel ides in the diesel emissions by injecting diesel with low sulfur content: exhaust fluid reducing agent into the exhaust system. A chemical reaction takes place inside Ultra-Low Sulfur Diesel ASTM D 975-xx.
Page 190 Suitable Diesel exhaust fluid ▷ Preferred: BMW Diesel Exhaust Fluid. With this bottle and its special adapter, Diesel I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 191 Fuel Mobility exhaust fluid can be replenished simply The vehicle tank will be filled. and safely. The tank is full when the fill level in the bot‐ ▷ Alternative: NOx reduction agent AUS 32 tle no longer changes. It is not possible to overfill.
Page 192 Mobility Fuel Do not dispose of empty bottles with house‐ hold waste unless this is permitted by local regulations. Reserve indication The Reserve display will still ap‐ pear along with the remaining range after refilling. Engine can be started. After several minutes of driving, the Reserve indication goes out.
Page 193: Wheels And Tires
Wheels and tires Mobility Wheels and tires Vehicle features and options Only check the tire inflation pressure when the tires are cold. This means after driving no more This chapter describes all standard, country- than 1.25 miles/2 km or when the vehicle has specific and optional features offered with the been parked for at least 2 hours.
Page 194 Mobility Wheels and tires Tire size Pressure specifications in bar/PSI Front: 225/45 R 18 2.2 / 32 91 Y RSC 2.2 / 32 Rear: 255/40 R 18 95 Y RSC Front: 225/40 R 19 2.2 / 32 89 Y RSC 2.4 / 35 These pressure values can also be found on Rear: 255/35 R 19...
Page 195 Wheels and tires Mobility Tire size Pressure specifications Tire size Pressure specifications in bar/PSI in bar/PSI Front: 225/50 R 17 2.2 / 32 225/45 R 18 91 V 2.2 / 32 2.4 / 35 94 W RSC M+S A/S RSC 2.2 / 32 Rear: 255/45 R 17 225/45 R 18 91 Y...
Page 196 Mobility Wheels and tires 335i, 335i xDrive relevant table on the following pages. Other‐ wise tire damage and accidents could occur.◀ Tire size Pressure specifications in bar/PSI Tire inflation pressure values over 100 mph/160 km/h Specifications in bar/PSI with cold 320i, 320i xDrive tires Without high-speed tuning feature...
Page 197 Wheels and tires Mobility Tire size Pressure specifications Tire size Pressure specifications in bar/PSI in bar/PSI Front: 225/35 R 20 2.5 / 36 Front: 225/35 R 20 2.5 / 36 90 Y XL RSC 90 Y XL RSC 3.0 / 44 3.0 / 44 Rear: 255/30 R 20 Rear: 255/30 R 20...
Page 198 Mobility Wheels and tires Tire size Pressure specifica‐ Tire size Pressure specifications tions in bar/PSI in bar/PSI Front: 225/40 R 19 2.6 / 38 Front: 225/40 R 19 2.6 / 38 89 Y RSC 89 Y RSC 2.8 / 41 2.8 / 41 Rear: Rear:...
Page 199: Tire Identification Marks
Wheels and tires Mobility Tire size Pressure specifications Tire size Pressure specifications in bar/PSI in bar/PSI Front: 225/40 R 19 2.7 / 39 Front: 225/35 R 20 2.9 /42 89 Y RSC 90 Y XL RSC 3.0 / 44 3.4 / 49 Rear: 255/35 R 19 Rear: 255/30 R 20 92 Y RSC...
Page 200: Tire Age
Mobility Wheels and tires Tires with DOT codes meet the guidelines of Those grades represent the tire's ability to the U.S. Department of Transportation. stop on wet pavement as measured under controlled conditions on specified government Tire age test surfaces of asphalt and concrete. A tire marked C may have poor traction performance.
Page 201: Tire Tread
Wheels and tires Mobility Tire tread ioning between the wheel and the road. Be careful to avoid road hazards and reduce your speed, especially if your vehicle is equipped Summer tires with low-profile tires. Do not drive with a tire tread depth of less than Indications of tire damage or other vehicle de‐...
Page 202: Wheel And Tire Combination
Mobility Wheels and tires Wheel and tire combination New tires You can ask the service center about the right Tire traction is not optimal due to manufactur‐ wheel/tire combination and wheel rim versions ing circumstances when tires are brand-new; for the vehicle. they achieve their full traction potential after a break-in time.
Page 203 Wheels and tires Mobility Rotating wheels between axles Changing run-flat tires Different wear patterns can occur on the front For your own safety, only use run-flat tires. No and rear axles depending on individual driving spare tire is available in the case of a flat tire. conditions.
Page 204 Mobility Wheels and tires Storage Filling the tire with sealant The Mobility System is located under the Shake the sealing container. cargo floor panel. Sealing container Take the connection hose completely out of the compressor housing. Do not kink the hose.
Page 205 Wheels and tires Mobility Slide the sealing container upright into the With the ignition turned on or the engine holder on the compressor housing, ensur‐ running, reel on the compressor. ing that it engages audibly. Switch off the compressor after 10 mi‐ nutes Screw the connection hose onto the tire valve of the defective wheel.
Page 206: Distributing The Sealant
Mobility Wheels and tires Wrap the empty sealant container and con‐ Insert the connector into a power socket nection hose in suitable material to avoid inside the vehicle. dirtying the cargo area. Stow the Mobility System back in the vehi‐ cle.
Page 207 Wheels and tires Mobility ▷ 225/50 R 17. ▷ 225/45 R 18. Follow the snow chain manufacturer's instruc‐ tions. Make sure that the snow chains are always sufficiently tight. Retighten as needed accord‐ ing to the chain manufacturer's instructions. Do not initialize the Flat Tire Monitor after mounting snow chains, as doing so may result in incorrect readings.
Page 208: Engine Compartment
Mobility Engine compartment Engine compartment Vehicle features and options the selected options or country versions. This also applies to safety-related functions and This chapter describes all standard, country- systems. The respectively applicable country specific and optional features offered with the provisions must be observed when using the series.
Page 209: Closing The Hood
Engine compartment Mobility Hood Indicator/warning lights When the hood is unlocked, a Check Control Hints message is displayed. Working in the engine compartment Closing the hood Never attempt to perform any service or Hood open when driving repair operations on your vehicle without the necessary professional technical training.
Page 210: Engine Oil
Mobility Engine oil Engine oil Vehicle features and options Electronic oil measurement This chapter describes all standard, country- Status display specific and optional features offered with the series. It also describes features that are not The concept necessarily available in your car, e. g., due to The engine oil level is monitored electronically the selected options or country versions.
Page 211: Adding Engine Oil
Engine oil Mobility Too much engine oil "Measure engine oil level" Have the vehicle checked immediately; "Start measurement" otherwise, surplus engine oil can lead to en‐ The engine oil level is checked and displayed gine damage.◀ via a scale. Time: approx. 1 minute. Detailed measurement The concept Adding engine oil...
Page 212: Engine Oil Change
Suitable engine oil types You can add engine oils that meet the follow‐ ing oil rating standards: Gasoline engine BMW Longlife-01. BMW Longlife-01 FE. Diesel engine BMW Longlife-04. Further information regarding the oil specifica‐ tions and viscosities of engine oils can be in‐...
Page 213: Coolant
Coolant Mobility Coolant Vehicle features and options The marks are on the side of the coolant reservoir. This chapter describes all standard, country- specific and optional features offered with the Symbol Meaning series. It also describes features that are not Maximum necessarily available in your car, e.
Page 214: Maintenance
Storage periods Storage periods during which the vehicle bat‐ BMW maintenance system tery was disconnected are not taken into ac‐ count. The maintenance system indicates required If this occurs, have a service center update the...
Page 215 Maintenance Mobility Socket for OBD Onboard Diagnosis Note Socket for Onboard Diagnosis The socket for onboard diagnostics may only be used by the service center or a work‐ shop that operates in accordance with the specifications of the vehicle manufacturer with correspondingly trained personnel and other authorized persons.
Page 216: Replacing Components
Mobility Replacing components Replacing components Vehicle features and options Replacing the wiper blades To change the wiper blades, fold up, refer This chapter describes all standard, country- to page 71, the wiper arms. specific and optional features offered with the Fold up and hold the wiper arm firmly.
Page 217: Halogen Headlights
Replacing components Mobility Headlight glass You can obtain a selection of replacement bulbs at the service center. Condensation can form on the inside of the ex‐ ternal lights in cool or humid weather. When Danger of burns driving with the light switched on, the conden‐ Only change bulbs when they are cool;...
Page 218 Mobility Replacing components Low beams 55-watt bulb, H7. Turn the lid counterclockwise and remove. In the wheel house, loosen the two brackets and remove the cover. Turn signal Tilt the bulb down and then up to loosen it 21-watt bulb, PY21W from the holder and remove.
Page 219 Replacing components Mobility Accessing the daytime running lights, high High beams/headlight flasher beams/headlight flasher and parking lights 55-watt bulb, H7. Follow general instructions, refer to page 212. Tilt the bulb down and then up to loosen it Open the hood, refer to page 205. from the holder and remove.
Page 220: Xenon Headlights
For checking and adjusting headlamp aim, please contact your BMW center. I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 960 440 - II/15...
Page 221 Replacing components Mobility 21-watt bulb, PY21W Carefully pull back the wheel house panel, arrow 2. In the wheel house, loosen the two brack‐ ets and remove the cover. Pull off the bulb connector, arrow 1. Turn the bulb, arrow 2. If necessary, pull the inside trim of the wheel house slightly inward.
Page 222 Mobility Replacing components Tail lights, bulb replacement Removing the exterior tail lamp Open trunk lid. At a glance Use the screwdriver from the onboard ve‐ hicle tool kit to loosen the screw, arrow 1, and remove the cover, arrow 2. Turn signal Reversing lamp Inside brake lamp...
Page 223 Replacing components Mobility Remove the connecting line from the clip component, arrow 2. Make sure that the on the bulb holder. tail lamp engages in the rubber mount. Press and hold the catch at the top on the connector of the connecting line and re‐ move the connector from the bulb holder.
Page 224: Central Brake Lamp
Mobility Replacing components Rear lamp, license plate lamp and the area around the recessed grips. Make central brake lamp sure that the trim does not become stuck. Carefully swing out the trim. Follow general instructions, refer to page 212. These lights are made using LED technology. Replacing the reversing lamp and inner Contact your service center in the event of a brake lamp...
Page 225: Battery Replacement
Replacing components Mobility Battery replacement Power failure After a temporary power loss, some equipment Use approved vehicle batteries only needs to be newly initialized or individual set‐ Only use vehicle batteries that have been tings updated, e. g.: approved for your vehicle by the manufacturer; ▷...
Page 226 Mobility Replacing components In the engine compartment In the trunk Use the onboard vehicle tool kit to loosen the three cover screws, arrow 1. Fold up the cargo floor panel. Pull up the holder, arrow 2. Remove the cover from one side, arrow 3. Press the four fasteners and remove the cover.
Page 227: Breakdown Assistance
▷ The LED flashes green when a connection to the BMW Response Center has been established. I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 960 440 - II/15...
Page 228: First Aid Kit
▷ If the LED is flashing green, but the BMW Response Center can no longer be heard via the speaker, you can nevertheless still be heard at the BMW Response Center.
Page 229 Breakdown assistance Mobility Preparation Connecting the cables Open the cover of the BMW starting aid Bodywork contact between vehicles terminal. Make sure that there is no contact be‐ Attach one terminal clamp of the positive tween the bodywork of the two vehicles; other‐...
Page 230: Tow Truck
Do not tow with only the front or rear axle raised Do not tow the BMW with just the front or rear axle raised; otherwise, the wheels could lock up and the transfer case could be damaged.◀ Do not lift the vehicle Do not lift the vehicle by the tow fitting or body and chassis parts;...
Page 231: Tow Bar
The screw-in tow fitting should always be car‐ ried in the vehicle. Towing other vehicles The tow fitting can be screwed in at the front or rear of the BMW. Hints Light towing vehicle The towing vehicle must not be lighter than the vehicle being towed;...
Page 232 Mobility Breakdown assistance Manual transmission If possible, do not tow-start the vehicle but start the engine by jump-starting, refer to page 224. If the vehicle is equipped with a cat‐ alytic converter, only tow-start while the en‐ gine is cold. Switch on the hazard warning system and comply with local regulations.
Page 233: Care
Care Mobility Care Vehicle features and options Cleaning sensors/camera lenses with high-pressure washers This chapter describes all standard, country- When using high-pressure washers, do not specific and optional features offered with the spray the sensors and camera lenses on the series.
Page 234: Vehicle Care
Car care products vehicle. BMW recommends using care and cleaning To start the engine with manual transmission: products from BMW, since these have been Press on the clutch pedal. tested and approved. Press the Start/Stop button. Car care and cleaning products To start the engine with Steptronic transmis‐...
Page 235 Care Mobility mediately to prevent the finish from being al‐ jets above 140 ℉/60 ℃. Follow the manufac‐ tered or discolored. turer's instructions. Aggressive, acidic or alkaline cleaning agents Leather care can destroy the protective layer of adjacent Remove dust from the leather often, using a components, such as the brake disk.
Page 236 Mobility Care Displays/monitors grease removers, fuel, or such; this could lead to surface damage.◀ Cleaning displays and screens Do not use any chemical or household Safety belts cleaning agents; otherwise, surfaces can be af‐ Dirty belt straps impede the reeling action and fected.◀...
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Page 239: Reference
Reference This chapter contains the technical data and an index that will quickly take you to the information you need. I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : Online Edition for Part no.
Page 240: Technical Data
The specified heights do not take into account attached parts, for example, a roof antenna, BMW 3 Series Limousine Width with mirrors inches/mm 80.0/2,031 Width without mirrors inches/mm 71.3/1,811...
Page 241 Technical data Reference 320i Approved gross vehicle weight 4,355/4,400 1,975/1,996 Load Approved front axle load 2,005 Approved rear axle load 2,525 1,145 Approved roof load capacity Cargo area capacity cu ft 17.0 Liters 328i Approved gross vehicle weight 4,420/4,455 2,005/2,021 Load Approved front axle load 2,040...
Page 242 Reference Technical data 335i Approved gross vehicle weight 4,565/4,585 2,071/2,080 Load Approved front axle load 2,160 Approved rear axle load 2,570 1,166 Approved roof load capacity Cargo area capacity cu ft 17.0 Liters 320i xDrive Approved gross vehicle weight 4,542/4,585 2,060/2,080 Load Approved front axle load...
Page 243 Technical data Reference 328i xDrive Approved gross vehicle weight 4,610 2,091 Load Approved front axle load 2,170 Approved rear axle load 2,580 1,170 Approved roof load capacity Cargo area capacity cu ft 17.0 Liters 335i xDrive Approved gross vehicle weight 4,695/4,720 2,130/2,141 Load...
Page 244 Reference Technical data 328d Approved gross vehicle weight 4,420 2,005 Load Approved front axle load 2,015 Approved rear axle load 2,535 1,150 Approved roof load capacity Cargo area capacity cu ft 17.0 Liters 328d xDrive Approved gross vehicle weight 4,620 2,096 Load Approved front axle load...
Page 245 Technical data Reference Capacities US gal/liters Notes Fuel tank, approx. Gasoline: 15.8/60 Fuel quality, refer to page Diesel: 15/57 I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : Online Edition for Part no.
Page 246: Everything From A To Z
Blinds, sun protection Air flow, air conditioner with enhanced features BMW Advanced Diesel Air flow, automatic climate Automatic Cruise Control BMW Assist, see user's control with Stop & Go manual for Navigation, En‐ Air pressure, tires Automatic Curb Monitor tertainment and Communi‐...
Page 247 Everything from A to Z Reference Bottle holder, refer to Cu‐ Cargo, securing Cleaning displays pholders Cargo straps, securing Climate control 145, Brake assistant cargo Clock Brake discs, break-in Car key, refer to Remote con‐ Closing/opening via door Brake force display trol lock Brake lights, adaptive...
Page 248 Reference Everything from A to Z Continued driving with a flat Diesel exhaust fluid, at low Driving stability control sys‐ tire 102, temperatures tems Control Display Diesel exhaust fluid, having Driving style analysis Control Display, settings refilled Driving tips Controller 18, Diesel exhaust fluid, on mini‐...
Page 249 Everything from A to Z Reference Engine, automatic Start/Stop Fuel consumption, refer to function Average fuel consump‐ Engine, automatic switch- Failure message, see Check tion Control Fuel filler flap Engine compartment False alarm, refer to Uninten‐ Fuel gauge Engine compartment, work‐ tional alarm Fuel lid ing in...
Page 250 Reference Everything from A to Z Head restraints, rear Individual settings, refer to Joystick, Steptronic transmis‐ Head-up Display Personal Profile sion Head-up Display, care Inflation pressure, tires Jump-starting Heavy cargo, stowing Inflation pressure warning Height, vehicle FTM, tires High-beam Assistant Info display, refer to On- High beams Board computer...
Page 251 Everything from A to Z Reference Lock, door Manual operation, rearview Locking/unlocking via door camera lock Manual operation, Side Navigation, see user's manual Locking/unlocking with re‐ View for Navigation, Entertain‐ mote control Manual operation, Top ment and Communication Locking, automatic View Neck restraints, front, refer to Locking, settings...
Page 252 Reference Everything from A to Z Opening and closing, without Pinch protection system, win‐ Refueling remote control dows Remaining range Opening and closing, with re‐ Plastic, care Remote control/key mote control Power failure Remote control, malfunc‐ Opening the trunk lid with no- Power sunroof, glass tion touch activation...
Page 253 Everything from A to Z Reference Safety belt reminder for driv‐ Settings, storing for seat, mir‐ Status control display, er's seat and front passen‐ tires ger seat Shift paddles on the steering Status information, iDrive Safety belts wheel Status of Owner's Manual Safety belts, care Side airbags Steering assistance...
Page 254 Reference Everything from A to Z Temperature display for ex‐ Transmission, manual trans‐ ternal temperature mission Temperature, engine oil Transmission, Steptronic Vanity mirror Tempomat, refer to Active transmission Variable sport steering Cruise Control Transporting children Vehicle battery Terminal, starting aid safely Vehicle battery, replac‐...
Page 255 Everything from A to Z Reference Wheels, changing Wheels, everything on wheels and tires Wheels, Flat Tire Monitor Wheels, Tire Pressure Moni‐ tor TPM Width, vehicle Window defroster, rear 146, Windows, powered Windshield washer fluid Windshield washer noz‐ zles Windshield washer sys‐ Windshield wiper Winter diesel Winter storage, care...
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