Page 1 Vehicle The Ultimate Driving Machine THE BMW Z4. 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 2 957 403 - X/14...
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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. It contains important information on vehicle operation that will help you make full use of the technical features available in your BMW.
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Page 5 “service” are used in the Owner’s Where the Owner’s Manual makes Manual, we wanted to clarify that reference to parts and accessories the terms refer to a BMW dealer’s having been approved by BMW, service center or another service those references are intended to...
Page 6 “The text beginning, “Have the work manufacturer of your vehicle performed only by your service recommends the use of BMW center . . .” should be disregarded recommended software; otherwise and the following text should be there may be malfunctions in read in lieu thereof: “BMW...
Page 7 BMW recommends that you have of your vehicle to be road safe and the oil changed at your BMW are recommended by the dealer’s service center or at another manufacturer of your vehicle.
Page 8 Addendum recommends that you maintain messages of these comfort records of all maintenance and functions are no longer displayed. repair work performed on your vehicle. At page 244, where it reads: “Do not perform work/bulb replacement on xenon headlamps,” that text should be disregarded and in lieu thereof the following text should be read: “Xenon headlamp work or...
Page 9: Table Of Contents
Contents Communications The fastest way to find information on a partic‐ ular topic or item is by using the index, refer to Telephone page 272. Office Contacts ConnectedDrive Notes Mobility At a glance Refueling Cockpit Fuel iDrive Wheels and tires Voice activation system Engine compartment Maintenance...
Page 10: Notes
Owner's Manual, please refer to the Sup‐ center will be glad to advise you at any time. plementary Owner's Manuals. Information on BMW, e.g., on technology, is On right-hand drive vehicles, some controls available on the Internet: bmwusa.com are arranged differently than shown in the illus‐...
Page 11: Maintenance And Repairs
BMW. BMW cannot test every water. product made by other manufacturers to verify if it can be used on a BMW safely and without Service and warranty risk to either the vehicle, its operation, or its We recommend that you read this publication occupants.
Page 12 Situations are conceivable during the use of ous damage to the vehicle. Such damage is the vehicle in which these technical data could not covered by the BMW New Vehicle Limited become associated with a specific person in Warranty. combination with other information, such as an accident report, damage to the vehicle, wit‐...
Page 13: Reporting Safety Defects
National Highway Traffic Safety Adminis‐ The EDR is designed to record data related to tration NHTSA, in addition to notifying BMW of vehicle dynamics and safety systems for a North America, LLC, P.O. Box 1227, West‐...
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Page 15: 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 16: Cockpit
At a glance Cockpit Cockpit Vehicle equipment special equipment or the country version. This also applies to safety-related functions and This chapter describes all series equipment as systems. well as country-specific and special equipment When using the features and systems descri‐ offered for this model series.
Page 17 Cockpit At a glance Opening and closing front win‐ Change the radio station dows 41 Select a music track Leaf through the phone book and Exterior mirrors, folding in and out 50 through lists with stored phone Adjust the exterior mirrors, Automatic Curb numbers Monitor 50 Next entertainment source...
Page 18: Instrument Cluster
At a glance Cockpit Instrument cluster Speedometer ▷ Computer 73 Indicator lamps for turn signals ▷ Date of next scheduled service, and re‐ maining distance to be driven 78 Indicator/warning lamps 15 ▷ Odometer and trip odometer 71 Tachometer 72 ▷ Programs for Dynamic Driving Con‐ Engine oil temperature 72 trol 100...
Page 19: Text Messages
Cockpit At a glance Indicator/warning lamps Symbol Function or system Lamp flashes: Instrument cluster DSC or DTC is regulating the pro‐ pulsive forces in order to maintain driving stability Parking brake set Canada: the parking brake is set. Engine malfunction with adverse ef‐ The indicator and warning lamps can light up in fect on exhaust emissions a variety of combinations and colors.
Page 20 At a glance Cockpit All around the center console Control Display 18 Close the retractable hard‐ top 42 Hazard warning system 249 Central locking system 35 Open the retractable hard‐ top 42 ▷ conditioner 108 ▷ Automatic climate control 110 Deactivate the Automatic Engine Hard drive for Start/Stop Function 57 ▷...
Page 21 Cockpit At a glance All around the headliner Emergency Request 249 Reading lamp 89 Indicator lamp, front passenger airbag 92 Reading lamp 89 Interior lamps 89 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: Control Display
At a glance iDrive iDrive Vehicle equipment The buttons can be used to open the me‐ nus directly. The controller can be used to This chapter describes all series equipment as select menu items and create the settings. well as country-specific and special equipment offered for this model series.
Page 23 iDrive At a glance Controller Press the but‐ Function Select menu items and create settings. Turn. Opens the Navigation menu. Opens the Telephone menu. BACK Displays the previous panel. OPTION Opens the Options menu. Operating concept Opening the main menu Press.
Page 24: Options Menu
At a glance iDrive Menu items in the Owner's Manual In the Owner's Manual, menu items that can be selected are set in quotation marks, e.g., "Settings". Changing between panels After a menu item is selected, e.g., "Radio", a new panel is displayed. Panels can overlap. ▷...
Page 25 iDrive At a glance Function is activated. Turn the controller until "Time:" is high‐ lighted, and then press the controller. The function is deactivated. Example: setting the clock Setting the clock Press the button. The main menu is displayed. Turn the controller until "Settings" is high‐ lighted, and then press the controller.
Page 26 At a glance iDrive Split screen Telephone symbols Symbol Meaning General information Additional information can be displayed on the Incoming or outgoing call. right side of the split screen, e.g., information Missed call. from the computer. In the divided screen view, the so-called split Wireless network reception screen, this information remains visible even strength Symbol flashes: searching...
Page 27 iDrive At a glance tions, phone numbers and entry points into the Select additional letters or numbers if menu. needed. The settings are stored for the remote control "OK": confirm the entry. currently in use. Symbol Function Saving a function Press the controller: delete the let‐...
Page 28 At a glance iDrive ▷ Destination search: town/city names can be entered using the spelling of language available on the 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 29: Voice Activation System
Voice activation system At a glance Voice activation system Vehicle equipment Using voice activation This chapter describes all series equipment as Activating the voice activation system well as country-specific and special equipment offered for this model series. Therefore, it also Press the button on the steering describes equipment that may not be found in wheel.
Page 30: Adjusting The Volume
At a glance Voice activation system For example, if the "Settings" menu is dis‐ Press the button on the steering played, the commands for the settings are wheel again to select a specific track. read out loud. ›Track ...‹ e.g., CD track 4. Executing functions using short commands Via short commands...
Page 31 Voice activation system At a glance ▷ The volume remains constant even if the volume of other audio sources is changed. ▷ The volume is stored for the remote con‐ trol currently in use. Notes on Emergency Requests Do not use the voice activation system to ini‐ tiate an Emergency Request.
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Page 33: 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 34: Opening And Closing
Controls Opening and closing Opening and closing Vehicle equipment In vehicles equipped with Comfort Access, the remote control contains a replaceable battery, This chapter describes all series equipment as refer to page 39. well as country-specific and special equipment The settings called up and implemented when offered for this model series.
Page 35: Central Locking System
Opening and closing Controls ▷ The settings are automatically saved in the ▷ Units of measure for fuel consumption, profile currently activated. distance covered/remaining distances and temperature, refer to page 76. ▷ The remote control used is detected when the vehicle is unlocked and the stored pro‐ ▷...
Page 36: Using The Remote Control
Controls Opening and closing Opening and closing: from ▷ Trunk lid. the outside ▷ Fuel filler flap. ▷ Center armrest. Using the remote control Operating from the outside General information ▷ Via the remote control. Take the remote control with you ▷...
Page 37 Opening and closing Controls Monitor the closing process Only the driver's door and the fuel filler flap are unlocked. Pressing again Monitor the closing process to ensure unlocks the entire vehicle. that no one becomes trapped. Press the controller. Releasing the button stops the motion.◀ Convenient opening: window and hardtop Switching on the interior lamps and When you are close to the vehicle, the remote...
Page 38 Controls Opening and closing Press down the cargo area partition until it "Door locks" engages on both sides and close the trunk "Last seat position auto." lid. Press the button on the remote control for an extended period to fold the retracta‐ ble hardtop back in.
Page 39: Locking And Unlocking
Opening and closing Controls Opening and closing: from This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following the inside two conditions: ▷ This device may not cause harmful inter‐ ference, and ▷ this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
Page 40: Trunk Lid
Press the lock button of a door. To prevent you from being locked out, the opened ▷ Press on the top half of the BMW emblem. driver's door cannot be locked using the ▷ Press the button on the remote control lock button.
Page 41: Emergency Unlocking
Opening and closing Controls Emergency unlocking Comparison to the standard remote control The specified functions can be controlled by pressing the button or via Comfort Access. If you notice a brief delay while opening or closing the windows or retractable hardtop, the system is checking whether a remote control is inside the vehicle.
Page 42: Warning Lights
Unlocking the trunk lid separately To start the engine afterward, insert the re‐ Press on the top half of the BMW emblem. mote control into the ignition switch. This corresponds to pressing the button.
Page 43: Replacing The Battery
Opening and closing Controls Replacing the battery ▷ By flashing the high beams. The remote control for Comfort Access con‐ Arming and disarming the alarm tains a battery that will need to be replaced system from time to time. When you lock or unlock the vehicle, either Take the integrated key out of the remote with the remote control or via Comfort Access, control, refer to page 30.
Page 44: Power Windows
Controls Opening and closing Indicator lamp on the interior rearview Avoiding unintentional alarms mirror The tilt alarm sensor and interior motion sen‐ sor can be switched off together, such as in the following situations: ▷ In automatic car washes. ▷ In duplex garages.
Page 45 Opening and closing Controls Opening, closing Convenient opening and closing Convenient operation via the remote control, Individually refer to page 32. Convenient closing with Comfort Access, refer to page 33. After the ignition is switched off When the remote control is removed or the ig‐ nition is switched off, the windows can con‐...
Page 46: Retractable Hardtop
Controls Opening and closing Retractable hardtop the opening path of the retractable hardtop; otherwise, there is the risk of injury.◀ General information Do not place objects on the retractable Adhere to the following instructions: hardtop. ▷ It is advisable that you close the retractable Do not place any objects on the retractable hardtop when you park the vehicle.
Page 47 Opening and closing Controls Folding down the cargo area partition If the windows pause briefly as they move, this is for technical reasons and is not a malfunc‐ tion. Operation while driving The hardtop can be opened or closed at vehi‐ cle speeds up to approx.
Page 48: Clothes Hooks
Controls Opening and closing Always open or close the hardtop fully. Push the wind deflector down, arrow 1, and then push down and forward simultane‐ Open or close the hardtop fully; other‐ ously, arrow 2, until it engages. wise, there is a risk of injury or damage when driving.
Page 49 Opening and closing Controls Coat hooks 1 are located on the wind deflector panels in the rollover bars. Only hang light objects on the hooks Do not hang heavy objects on the hooks; otherwise, they could endanger the passen‐ gers, such as during braking or evasive maneu‐ vers.◀...
Page 50: Adjusting
Controls Adjusting Adjusting Vehicle equipment nate the protection normally provided by the belt.◀ This chapter describes all series equipment as Also note the information on safety belt dam‐ well as country-specific and special equipment age, refer to page 49. offered for this model series. Therefore, it also describes equipment that may not be found in Adjusting manually your vehicle, for instance due to the selected...
Page 51: Lumbar Support
Adjusting Controls Adjusting electrically Adjust the backrest so that the head restraint is as close as possible to the back of the head. Seat tilt Longitudinal direction Height Seat tilt Pull the lever and move the seat to the desired tilt.
Page 52: Safety Belts
Controls Adjusting Safety belts ▷ Press the upper/lower section of the switch. General information The curvature is shifted up/down. Always make sure that safety belts are being Backrest width worn by all occupants before driving away. Change the width of the backrest using the Although airbags enhance safety by providing side wings to adjust the lateral support.
Page 53 Adjusting Controls Seat and mirror memory Buckling the belt General information Two different driver's seat and exterior mirror positions can be stored and retrieved for each remote control. Settings for the backrest width and lumbar support are not stored. Make sure you hear the latch plate engage in the belt buckle.
Page 54: Safety Mode
Controls Adjusting Comfort function At a glance Open the driver's door or switch on the radio ready state, refer to page 55. Briefly press the desired memory but‐ ton 1 or 2. The seat is automatically moved to the stored position.
Page 55: Interior Rearview Mirror
Adjusting Controls Interior rearview mirror Activating Slide the mirror changeover switch to the Reducing the blinding effect driver's side mirror position, arrow 1. Blinding effect from behind when driving at Shift into reverse or engage transmission night: turn the knob. position R.
Page 56: Steering Wheel
Controls Adjusting Steering wheel ▷ On: the LED lights up. ▷ Off: the LED goes out. General information Do not adjust while driving Do not adjust the steering wheel while driving; otherwise, an unexpected movement could result in an accident.◀ Adjusting Fold the lever down.
Page 57: Transporting Children Safely
Transporting children safely Controls Transporting children safely Vehicle equipment Transport children in suitable child re‐ straint fixing systems This chapter describes all series equipment as Only transport children younger than 13 years well as country-specific and special equipment of age or shorter than 5 ft/150 cm in child re‐ offered for this model series.
Page 58: Seat Position
Controls Transporting children safely Seat position Remove the child restraint fixing system. Before installing a child restraint fixing system, Allow the belt webbing to be pulled in com‐ move the passenger seat as far back and as pletely. high as possible to obtain the best possible Child restraint fixing system with position for the belt.
Page 59: Driving
Driving Controls Driving Vehicle equipment Removing the remote control from the ignition lock This chapter describes all series equipment as Do not forcibly pull the remote control well as country-specific and special equipment out of the ignition lock offered for this model series. Therefore, it also Do not forcibly pull the remote control out of describes equipment that may not be found in the ignition lock as this may cause damage.◀...
Page 60: Manual Transmission
Controls Driving Radio ready state Unattended vehicle Individual electrical consumers can operate. Do not leave the car unattended with the The time and the external temperature are dis‐ engine running; otherwise, it presents a poten‐ played in the instrument cluster. tial source of danger.
Page 61: Top
Driving Controls Automatic Engine Start/Stop Sport automatic transmission Function Remote control in the ignition lock or, with Comfort Access, inside the vehicle, refer to page 37. The concept The Automatic Engine Start/Stop Function Depress the brake pedal. helps save fuel and lower emissions. The sys‐ Press the Start/Stop button.
Page 62 Controls Driving ▷ High external temperature and operation of The indicator lamp lights up. A mes‐ the automatic climate control. sage appears on the Control Display. ▷ The interior is not yet heated or cooled as The engine can only be started via much as desired.
Page 63: Automatic Deactivation
Driving Controls ▷ LED goes out: the Auto Start/Stop function Pull the switch. The parking brake is set. is activated. The indicator lamp in the instrument cluster and the LED on the switch light Automatic deactivation up red. The parking brake is set. In certain situations, the Auto Start/Stop func‐...
Page 64: Headlamp Flasher
Controls Driving Turn signal, high beams, headlamp flasher Manual transmission Press the switch of the parking brake. Depress the brake and clutch pedals while doing so. High beams Headlamp flasher Sport automatic transmission Turn signal Press the parking brake switch while the brake is depressed or transmission position P is en‐...
Page 65 Driving Controls "Lighting" Activating/deactivating intermittent wipe or "Triple turn signal" the rain sensor Cleaning the windshield and headlamps Setting speed for intermittent wipe or sen‐ sitivity of the rain sensor Switching on wipers Press the lever upward, arrow 1. The lever automatically returns to its initial po‐ sition when released.
Page 66: Washer Fluid
Follow the usage instructions on the washer fluid con‐ Cleaning the windshield and tainer. Use BMW's Windshield Washer Con‐ headlamps centrate or the equivalent.◀ Pull the lever, arrow 4. The system sprays washer fluid on the wind‐...
Page 67 Driving Controls 8-gear Sport automatic Fill with a mixture of window washing concen‐ trate and tap water; if needed, add antifreeze transmission according to the manufacturer instructions. Mix the washer fluid before adding to maintain Transmission positions the correct mixing ratio. D Drive, automatic position Do not fill in undiluted window washing con‐...
Page 68 Controls Driving Before leaving the vehicle, ensure that the transmission position P is engaged; otherwise, the vehicle may begin to roll. Engaging transmission position ▷ Transmission position P can only be disen‐ gaged if the engine is running and the brake pedal is pressed.
Page 69 Driving Controls When the maximum engine speed is reached, the system switches back into automatic the transmission automatically shifts up when mode if the selector lever is in transmission in M/S manual mode. position D. Shifting in manual mode ▷ To shift down: press the selector lever for‐...
Page 70: Function
Controls Driving Displays in the instrument cluster The transmission is operated using the selec‐ tor lever and two shift paddles on the steering wheel. Functions: ▷ Choice of manual or automatic operation: manual mode or Drive mode. ▷ Automatic downshifting and protection against selecting the wrong gear, even in manual mode.
Page 71: Sport Program
Driving Controls N is Neutral The vehicle can roll. N remains engaged after the engine is switched off if the remote control remains in the ignition lock. This function can be used in an automatic car wash, refer to page 255, for example.
Page 72: Launch Control
Controls Driving The transmission provides assistance in the ▷ Shift up: pull right shift paddle. following situations: ▷ Shift down: pull left shift paddle. ▷ Upshifts and downshifts are executed only Gears can be shifted using the shift paddles in when they will result in a feasible combina‐...
Page 73: Manual Release
Driving Controls The vehicle accelerates when you release Insert an Allen wrench of the right size into the brake pedal. Keep the accelerator the cap. pressed all the way down. The transmission shifts up automatically as long as the accelerator is pressed all the way down.
Page 74: Locking Manually
Controls Driving Locking manually Press the button, see arrow. The transmis‐ sion lock is locked again. Clip the cover frame back into place. Clip the sleeve of the selector lever back in place. Set the parking brake. Jump-starting, refer to page 250, towing, refer to page 251.
Page 75: Displays
Displays Controls Displays Vehicle equipment The setting is stored for the remote control currently in use. This chapter describes all series equipment as well as country-specific and special equipment Time, external temperature display offered for this model series. Therefore, it also Set the time, refer to page 76.
Page 76 Controls Displays Tachometer Engine oil temperature ▷ Cold engine: the pointer is at the low tem‐ perature end. Drive at moderate engine and vehicle speeds. ▷ Normal operating temperature: the pointer is in the middle of the temperature display. ▷ Hot engine: the pointer is at the high tem‐...
Page 77: Average Fuel Consumption
Displays Controls ▷ The remaining range is shown on the com‐ based on your driving style over the last puter. 18 miles/30 km and the current fuel supply. ▷ When a dynamic driving style is used, such Average speed as when corners are taken rapidly, engine functions are not ensured.
Page 78 Controls Displays "Onboard info" or "Trip computer" ▷ Departure time. ▷ Trip duration. ▷ Trip distance. Both displays show: ▷ Average speed. ▷ Average fuel consumption. Resetting the fuel consumption and speed You can reset the values for average speed Displays on the "Onboard info": and average consumption: Select the respective menu item and press...
Page 79: Settings And Information
Displays Controls Settings and information Operating concept Button for: ▷ Calling up computer information 73 ▷ Selecting the display With the lights switched on: dimming the instrument lighting 88 ▷ Setting values Calling up Check Control 82 Button for: Checking the engine oil level 236 ▷...
Page 80: Units Of Measure
Controls Displays Units of measure Use button 1 to set the hours. Press button 2 to confirm the entry. You can change the units for fuel consumption, Use button 1 to set the minutes. route/distance, temperature and pressure. Press button 2 to confirm the entry. "Settings"...
Page 81 Displays Controls "Time:" Push button 1 in the turn indicator lever up or down repeatedly until the appropriate Turn the controller until the desired hours symbol appears in the display, accompa‐ are displayed, and then press the control‐ nied by the date and the word "SET". ler.
Page 82: Service Requirements
Controls Displays Brightness "Format:" Select the desired format. Setting the brightness To set the brightness of the Control Display: "Settings" "Control display" "Brightness" The date format is stored. Settings on the Control Display Turn the controller until the desired bright‐ Language ness is set.
Page 83 Displays Controls The current service requirements can be read Press button 2. out from the remote control by the service Use button 1 to scroll through the individ‐ specialist. ual service items. Data regarding the maintenance status or le‐ gally mandated inspections of the vehicle are automatically transmitted to your service cen‐...
Page 84: Possible Displays
Controls Displays Possible displays Button for selecting functions Front brake pads Service requirements Rear brake pads Engine oil Brake fluid Roadworthiness test The sequence of displayed service items may vary. The data for the next service appointment is shown first. 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 85 Displays Controls More information Symbols Detailed information on service Symbols Description requirements No service is currently re‐ More information on the scope of service re‐ quired. quired can be displayed on the Control Dis‐ play. The deadline for service or a legally mandated inspection is "Vehicle Info"...
Page 86: Check Control
Controls Displays Create the settings. Confirm. The entered date is stored. Automatic Service Request Data regarding the maintenance status or le‐ gally mandated inspections of the vehicle are automatically transmitted to your service cen‐ ter before a service due date. indicates that Check Control messages You can check when your service center was have been stored.
Page 87 Displays Controls Hiding Check Control messages If a Check Control message has been stored, the corresponding lamp comes on. It is accompanied by a text message on the Control Display. Press button 1 to check for other mes‐ sages. Press button 2. The display again shows the external tem‐...
Page 88 Controls Displays speed a second time if your vehicle speed falls below it again by at least 3 mph/5 km/h. "Settings" "Speed" "Warning at:" Turn the controller until the desired limit is displayed. Press the controller. The speed limit is stored. Activating/deactivating the limit "Settings"...
Page 89: Lamps
Lamps Controls Lamps Vehicle equipment Parking lamps/low beams, headlamp control This chapter describes all series equipment as well as country-specific and special equipment Parking lamps offered for this model series. Therefore, it also Switch position : the vehicle lamps light describes equipment that may not be found in up on all sides, e.g., for parking.
Page 90: Daytime Running Lights
Controls Lamps Headlamp courtesy delay feature Daytime running lights The low beams stay lit for a short while after The daytime running lights light up in posi‐ the ignition is switched off, if the lamps are tion 0, . After the ignition is switched off and the headlamp flasher is switched off, the parking lamps light up in po‐...
Page 91 Lamps Controls Switching off To avoid blinding oncoming traffic, the Adap‐ tive Light Control does not swivel to the driv‐ Press the lever in the opposite direction to the er's side when the vehicle is at a standstill. pressure point, arrow 3. Malfunction High-beam Assistant The warning lamp lights up.
Page 92: Instrument Lighting
Controls Lamps ▷ High beams off/headlamp flasher, arrow 2. ▷ In poorly-lit towns and cities and in the presence of highly reflective signs. To reactivate the High-beam Assistant, briefly ▷ At low speeds. push the turn indicator lever toward the high ▷...
Page 93: Reading Lamps
Lamps Controls Reading lamps Push button 1 up or down to select the de‐ sired brightness level. Press button 2. The display again shows the outside tem‐ perature and the time. Interior lamps The interior lamps, footwell lamps, entry lamps, trunk lamp, and courtesy lamps are The reading lamps are located next to the inte‐...
Page 94: Safety
Controls Safety Safety Vehicle equipment Knee airbag The knee airbag supports the legs in a frontal This chapter describes all series equipment as impact. well as country-specific and special equipment offered for this model series. Therefore, it also Protective action describes equipment that may not be found in Airbags are not triggered in every impact situa‐...
Page 95: Deactivation System
Warning notices and information about the air‐ recommended by BMW. bags can also be found on the sun visors. ▷ Do not place any objects on the front pas‐...
Page 96 Controls Safety Status of passenger airbags Operational readiness of airbag system The indicator lamp for the front passenger air‐ bags indicates the operating status of the front When the ignition, refer to page 56, is switched and side airbags on the front passenger side on, the warning lamp comes on briefly to indi‐...
Page 97 Safety Controls Initialization wise, reliable signaling of a flat tire is not en‐ sured. Initialize the system after each correc‐ The initialization process adopts the set infla‐ tion of the tire inflation pressure and after tion tire pressures as reference values for the every tire or wheel change.
Page 98: Tire Pressure Monitor Tpm
Controls Safety Run-flat tires, refer to page 232, are la‐ The possible driving distance after a loss of tire beled with a circular symbol containing the inflation pressure depends on the cargo load letters RSC marked on the tire sidewall. and the driving style and conditions.
Page 99: Resetting The System
Safety Controls one or more tires. Sensors in the tire valves "TPM active" appears on the Control Display. measure the tire pressure. One wheel is yellow Notes Flat tire or major drop in inflation pressure in the indicated tire. A message appears on the Tire damage caused by external influen‐...
Page 100 Controls Safety "Reset" Check whether the vehicle is fitted with regular tires or run-flat tires. Run-flat tires, refer to page 96, are la‐ beled with a circular symbol containing the letters RSC marked on the tire sidewall. Do not continue driving without run-flat tires Do not continue driving if the vehicle is not equipped with run-flat tires;...
Page 101 Safety Controls Message when not reset If the tire inflation pressure in all four tires is correct, the Tire Pressure Monitor may The warning light lights up yellow. A not have been reset. Reset the system. Check Control message is displayed. Possible driving distance with complete loss of The system may not have been reset tire inflation pressure:...
Page 102: Brake Force Display
Controls Safety on the Control Display. No flat tire can be de‐ approximately one minute and then remain tected. continuously illuminated. This sequence will continue upon subsequent vehicle startups as Display in the following situations: long as the malfunction exists. When the mal‐ ▷...
Page 103: Driving Stability Control Systems
Driving stability control systems Controls Driving stability control systems Vehicle equipment Dynamic Stability Control This chapter describes all series equipment as well as country-specific and special equipment The concept offered for this model series. Therefore, it also DSC prevents traction loss in the driving describes equipment that may not be found in wheels when driving away and accelerating.
Page 104: Dynamic Traction Control Dtc
Controls Driving stability control systems Dynamic Traction Control Operating the programs The concept The DTC system and the TRACTION program are a variant of the DSC in which forward mo‐ mentum is optimized. The system ensures maximum forward mo‐ mentum on special road conditions, e.g., unp‐ lowed snowy roads, but driving stability is lim‐...
Page 105 Driving stability control systems Controls Activating DSC SPORT+ Press the button. DSC OFF and the DSC OFF indicator lamp go out. Indicator/warning lamps When DSC is deactivated, DSC OFF is dis‐ played in the instrument cluster. The DSC OFF indicator lamp lights up: Sporty driving with optimized chassis and sus‐...
Page 106 Controls Driving stability control systems Servotronic Activating COMFORT Press the button repeatedly until The concept COMFORT is selected in the instru‐ ment cluster. The Servotronic varies the steering force re‐ quired to turn the wheels depending on the speed at which you are driving. Power steering Displays in the instrument cluster provides strong support at low speeds, which means that little effort is needed to turn the...
Page 107: Driving Comfort
Driving comfort Controls Driving comfort Vehicle equipment tended period at very high or very low engine speeds, or the system is deactivated. This chapter describes all series equipment as well as country-specific and special equipment One lever for all functions offered for this model series.
Page 108: Warning Light
Controls Driving comfort ▷ Each time the lever is pressed beyond the ▷ In cars with Sport automatic transmission, resistance point, the desired speed is in‐ when transmission position N is engaged. creased by up to 5 mph/10 km/h. ▷ When DTC is activated or DSC is deacti‐...
Page 109: Park Distance Control Pdc
Driving comfort Controls that the system prerequisites for operation are Loud noises from outside and inside the vehi‐ currently not met. cle may prevent you from hearing the PDC's signal tone.◀ Call up Check Control messages, refer to page 83. Avoid driving quickly with PDC Avoid approaching an object quickly.
Page 110 Controls Driving comfort Switching on automatically Visual warning Engage reverse gear with the engine running The approach of the vehicle to an object is or the ignition switched on. shown on the Control Display. Objects that are farther away are displayed on the Control Dis‐ Switching off automatically when play before a signal sounds.
Page 111: Climate
Climate Controls Climate Vehicle equipment special equipment or the country version. This also applies to safety-related functions and This chapter describes all series equipment as systems. well as country-specific and special equipment When using the features and systems descri‐ offered for this model series. Therefore, it also bed here, adhere to local regulations.
Page 112: Air Conditioner
Controls Climate Air vent: air for the upper body area. The air supply continuously; the levers change thumbwheels increase and decrease the the direction of the airflow. Air vent: air for the knee area, footwell Air conditioner Vent settings Temperature Recirculated air mode Air volume Cooling function...
Page 113: Rear Window Defroster
Climate Controls blower and air conditioner are completely Switch on cooling function 3. switched off and the air supply is cut off. Temperature 4 to the right, red. To switch on the air conditioner, set the de‐ Set the air flow rate 5 to the maximum sired air flow rate.
Page 114: Automatic Climate Control
Controls Climate Automatic climate control Temperature, left side of passenger com‐ Manual air distribution partment AUTO program Maximum cooling Air flow rate, manual, climate level Rear window defroster Temperature, right side of passenger com‐ Defrosting windows and removing conden‐ partment sation 10 Switching cooling function on/off manually Automatic recirculated air control/recircu‐...
Page 115: Maximum Cooling
Climate Controls To give the automatic climate control enough seasonal changes, e.g., sunlight or window time to achieve the set temperature, do not condensation. switch between different temperature settings The cooling function is switched on automati‐ in quick succession. cally with the AUTO program. Maximum heating power can be obtained with Switching on/off the highest setting, regardless of the external...
Page 116: Residual Heat
Controls Climate Switching the system on/off manently blocked. The system then recir‐ culates the air currently within the vehicle. Press and hold the left button or, with the blower at its lowest setting, press the left but‐ ton to switch off the automatic climate control Defrosting and defogging windows completely.
Page 117 Climate Controls Microfilter/activated-charcoal filter The microfilter traps dust and pollen in the in‐ coming air. The activated-charcoal filter pro‐ vides additional protection by filtering gaseous pollutants from the outside air. Your service center replaces this combined filter during rou‐ tine maintenance. 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.
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Controls Interior equipment Interior equipment Vehicle equipment Compatibility If this symbol is printed on the packag‐ This chapter describes all series equipment as ing or in the operating instructions of well as country-specific and special equipment the system being operated, the system offered for this model series.
Page 119 Interior equipment Controls Hold the hand-held transmitter of the sys‐ and then lights up continuously for 2 seconds, tem to be operated a distance of approx. 1 the system is equipped with an alternating- to 3 in/2.5 to 8 cm away from the buttons code system.
Page 120: Digital Compass
Controls Interior equipment If the LED does not flash rapidly after ap‐ Also follow the safety instructions of the hand- prox. 60 seconds, change the distance and held transmitter.◀ repeat the step. The system, such as the garage door, can be Canada: if the LED does not flash rapidly operated using the button on the interior rear‐...
Page 121: Setting The Language
Interior equipment Controls In order to set the compass zones, press and of your vehicle and that you have enough hold the adjustment button for 3‑4 seconds. space to drive in a circle. The number of the compass zone set is shown Set the currently valid compass zone.
Page 122: Cigarette Lighter Socket
Sockets Press the opened cover beyond the resistance In your BMW, when the engine is running or point, refer to arrow. The ashtray can now be the ignition is switched on, you can use electri‐...
Page 123: Cargo Area
Interior equipment Controls Under the center armrest Before opening the hardtop, pull the cargo area partition 1 down until it engages in both External audio device, refer to page 123. guides 2. In the passenger footwell Observe before opening and closing the hardtop A socket is located on the left below the glove compartment.
Page 124: Securing Cargo
Controls Interior equipment Loading Securing cargo Fold the cover down. Securing the transport bag Secure the transport bag by tightening the retaining strap; otherwise, the contents could present a source of danger to the pas‐ sengers, for example during braking or evasive maneuvers.◀...
Page 125 Interior equipment Controls Pull the fastener up and attach the rear of the ski. Prevent damage to the trunk lid Before closing the trunk, ensure that the trunk lid cannot be damaged by the skis.◀ Removing the transport bag The transport bag can be completely removed, e.g., for faster drying or to allow you to use other inserts.
Page 126: Storage Compartments
Controls Storage compartments Storage compartments Vehicle equipment If you hand out the remote control without the integrated key, refer to page 30, such as at a This chapter describes all series equipment as hotel, the glove compartment cannot be un‐ well as country-specific and special equipment locked.
Page 127 Storage compartments Controls Locking the storage compartment In the doors When you lock the vehicle from the outside, the storage compartment in the center armrest is locked as well. Opening To open: fold open the cover. In the center console One open storage compartment or ashtray.
Page 128 Controls Storage compartments In the cargo area: Unsuitable containers Press the handles up and fold the storage Do not forcefully push unsuitable con‐ compartment completely down. tainers into the cupholders. This may result in damage.◀ More information on the various inserts availa‐ ble can be obtained from your service center.
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Page 131: Driving Tips
Driving tips This section provides you with information useful in dealing with specific driving and operating conditions. 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 2 957 403 - X/14...
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Driving tips Things to remember when driving Things to remember when driving Vehicle equipment traction potential until after an initial breaking- in period. This chapter describes all series equipment as Drive conservatively for the first well as country-specific and special equipment 200 miles/300 km.
Page 133: Closing The Trunk Lid
Things to remember when driving Driving tips Closing the trunk lid Hydroplaning On wet or slushy roads, a wedge of water can Drive with the trunk lid closed form between the tires and road surface. Only operate the vehicle with the trunk This phenomenon is referred to as hydroplan‐...
Page 134: Driving In Wet Conditions
Driving tips Things to remember when driving Objects in the area around the pedals Avoid load on the brakes Avoid placing excessive load on the No objects in the area around the pedals brake system. Light but consistent brake pres‐ Keep floor mats, carpets, and any other sure can lead to high temperatures, brake wear objects out of the area of motion of the pedals;...
Page 135 Things to remember when driving Driving tips inside the tires. This could result in a sudden available cargo and luggage load capacity loss of tire inflation pressure.◀ is 650 lbs: 1,400 lbs minus 750 lbs = 650 lbs. Secure heavy objects Determine the combined weight of lug‐...
Page 136: Saving Fuel
Driving tips Things to remember when driving ▷ Heavy cargo: stow as far forward and as Adhere to the information included with the low as possible, ideally directly behind the cargo straps. cargo area separating wall. Lashing eyes on the rear storage shelf ▷...
Page 137 Things to remember when driving Driving tips Remove attached parts following use When accelerating, shift up before reaching high engine speeds. Remove auxiliary mirrors or rear-mounted lug‐ gage racks after use. When you reach the desired speed, shift into the highest applicable gear and drive with the Attached parts on the vehicle impair the aero‐...
Page 138 Have the maintenance carried out by your service center. Please also note the BMW Maintenance Sys‐ tem, refer to page 241. I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
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Navigation This chapter contains various examples of how the navigation system can guide you reliably to your destination. 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 2 957 403 - X/14...
Page 142: Navigation System
Navigation Navigation system Navigation system Vehicle equipment Navigation data This chapter describes all series equipment as Information on navigation data well as country-specific and special equipment "Navigation" offered for this model series. Therefore, it also describes equipment that may not be found in Open "Options".
Page 143 Navigation system Navigation Viewing the status Open "Options". "Navigation update" Removing navigation DVD Press button 1. The DVD emerges slightly from the drive. Remove the DVD. 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 144: Destination Entry
Navigation Destination entry Destination entry Vehicle equipment system. Failure to take to this precaution can place you in violation of the law and put vehicle This chapter describes all series equipment as occupants and other road users in danger.◀ well as country-specific and special equipment offered for this model series.
Page 145 Destination entry Navigation Entering a town/city If there are several streets with the same name: Select "Town/City/Postal Code" or the dis‐ played town/city. Change to the list of street names. Highlight the street. Select the street. Alternative: enter the street address and house number Select "Street"...
Page 146: Address Book
Select a contact in the list or, if desired, with "A-Z search". "Business address" or "Home address" I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
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Destination entry Navigation Calling up the last destination Depending on the selection, choose an ex‐ isting contact from the list. Select the type "Navigation" of address and enter the first and last "Last destinations" name. "Store in vehicle" Editing or deleting an address "Navigation"...
Page 148 Select a special destination. "Category" Select the symbol. Select the category. "Start guidance" "Category details" For some special destinations, multiple A-Z search category details can be selected. Move the "A-Z search" controller to the left to leave the category details. "Town/City" "Start search"...
Page 149 Select the destination with crosshairs. "Enter address" ▷ To change the scale: turn the control‐ Open "Options". ler. "BMW Assist dest. entry" ▷ To shift the map: move the controller in the required direction. Displaying special destinations in the ▷...
Page 150 Navigation Destination entry Add a destination as a further destination, ▷ The methods of entry depend on the navi‐ refer to page 147. gation data in use and the country and lan‐ guage settings. ▷ "Exit interactive map": return to the map view.
Page 151 Destination entry Navigation If there are several towns/cities with the same Select the type of destination entry. name: Towns/cities of the same name are grouped in a list and displayed as one location followed by an ellipsis. Select an entry: ›Yes‹ or ›Entry ...‹, e. g., En‐ try 2.
Page 152 Navigation Destination entry Storing a trip Highlight the desired trip. Up to 30 trips can be stored in the trip list. If Open "Options". necessary, delete existing trips to be able to "Delete all trips" or "Delete trip" store new trips. Opening the last trip Open "Options".
Page 153: Destination Guidance
Destination guidance Navigation Destination guidance Vehicle equipment Continuing destination guidance This chapter describes all series equipment as well as country-specific and special equipment If the destination was not reached during the offered for this model series. Therefore, it also last trip, destination guidance can be resumed. describes equipment that may not be found in "Resume guidance"...
Page 154: Lane Information
Navigation Destination guidance ▷ "Short route": short distance, irre‐ ▷ Small arrow: indicates the next change in spective of how fast or slow progress direction. will be. ▷ Intersection view. ▷ "Alternative routes": if available, alter‐ ▷ Lane information. native routes are suggested during ac‐ ▷...
Page 155 Destination guidance Navigation "New route for" Select the symbol. "Start guidance": destination guidance to the selected gas station is started. "Add as another destination": the gas sta‐ tion is added to the route. Destination guidance through voice instructions Turn the controller. Enter the number of Switching spoken instructions on/off kilometers within which you would like to The setting is stored for the remote control...
Page 156 Navigation Destination guidance At a glance Status fields Show/hide: press the controller. ▷ 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 Function bar...
Page 157 1 mile to 600 miles/2 km to is updated continuously. 1,000 km. Certain BMW models equipped with navi‐ ▷ "Perspective view in 3D" gation have the capability to display real- Prominent areas that are contained in the time traffic information.
Page 158 Scroll to the next or previous traffic bulletin D. Neither Total Traffic Network, Inrix, Inc. if required. or BMW NA will be liable to you for any in‐ Traffic bulletins on the map direct, special, consequential, exemplary, or incidental damages (including, without "Traffic conditions/gray map"...
Page 159 Destination guidance Navigation garded in this setting. Symbols and special "Traffic Info categories" destinations are not displayed. Select the desired category. "Navigation" "Map" Open "Options". "Settings" "Traffic conditions/gray map" Symbols in the map view Depending on the scale of the map and the lo‐ cation of the traffic obstruction along the route, Traffic bulletins of the selected category are the symbols for the traffic obstructions are dis‐...
Page 160 Navigation Destination guidance ▷ Total length of the traffic obstructions on Activating dynamic destination guidance the route. "Navigation" ▷ Time by which the trip is extended due to Open "Options". the traffic obstructions. "Dynamic guidance" The lower part of the message shows: ▷...
Page 161: What To Do If
What to do if... Navigation What to do if... Vehicle equipment The Control Display changes to a black and white display. This enables a better This chapter describes all series equipment as view of the traffic bulletins. well as country-specific and special equipment ▷...
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Page 163: Entertainment
Entertainment This chapter helps assure your enjoyment when receiving radio stations and playing CDs, DVDs, and tracks from the music collection. 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 164: Tone
Entertainment Tone Tone Vehicle equipment Select the desired tone settings. This chapter describes all series equipment as well as country-specific and special equipment offered for this model series. Therefore, it also describes equipment that may not be found in your vehicle, for instance due to the selected special equipment or the country version.
Page 165 Tone Entertainment Multi-channel playback, Adjusting the volume surround "CD/Multimedia", "Radio" or "Settings" "Tone" Choose between stereo and multi-channel "Volume settings" playback, surround. Select the desired volume setting. Setting multi-channel playback, surround "CD/Multimedia", "Radio" or "Settings" "Tone" "Surround" To adjust: turn the controller. To store: press the controller.
Page 166: Radio
Entertainment Radio Radio Vehicle equipment Muting When the ignition is switched on or the engine This chapter describes all series equipment as is running: press the ON/OFF button on the well as country-specific and special equipment radio. offered for this model series. Therefore, it also describes equipment that may not be found in your vehicle, for instance due to the selected AM/FM station...
Page 167 Radio Entertainment Highlight the desired station. Select the desired station. Open "Options". "Rename to:" If necessary, wait for the desired name to be displayed. The selected station name is added to the list of current stations and stored stations. RDS broadcasts additional information, such Press the controller for an extended period.
Page 168: Satellite Radio
Entertainment Radio Activating/deactivating digital radio Press the controller. reception Select the substation. "Radio" When reception is poor, the substation is "FM" or "AM" muted. Open "Options". "HD Radio Reception" Satellite radio The setting is stored for the remote control currently in use. General information This symbol is displayed in the status line The channels are offered in predefined pack‐...
Page 169 Radio Entertainment Enabling channels "Manage subscription" The Unsubscribed Channels category contains all disabled channels. "Radio" "Satellite radio" "Category" The phone number and an electronic serial number, ESN, are displayed. Call Sirius to unsubscribe from the chan‐ nels. Selecting channels Select the Unsubscribed Channels cate‐ You can only listen to enabled channels.
Page 170: Selecting A Category
Entertainment Radio Via direct channel entry Selecting a category "Radio" "Radio" "Satellite radio" "Satellite radio" "Set channel" "Category" Turn the controller until the desired chan‐ Select the desired category. nel is reached and press the controller. Timeshift Storing a channel Approx.
Page 171 Radio Entertainment Select the desired channel. Symbol Function Press the controller again. Next track Select the artist, track, or game. Previous track Storing the league or team Fast forward Leagues or teams can be added to the favor‐ Reverse ites from a selection list. Automatic timeshift deactivated/ "Radio"...
Page 172 Entertainment Radio If there is no message, the system changes to Information for the selected region is broad‐ the My Favorites category. All favorites cur‐ cast as soon as it is available. rently being broadcast can be selected from a A new panel opens.
Page 173 Radio Entertainment Storing a station The station currently selected is stored. "Radio" "Presets" "Store station" Select the desired memory location. The list of stored stations is stored for the re‐ mote control currently in use. The stations can also be stored on the pro‐ grammable memory buttons, refer to page 22.
Page 174: Cd/Multimedia
Entertainment CD/multimedia CD/multimedia Vehicle equipment Muting When the ignition is switched on or the engine This chapter describes all series equipment as is running: press the ON/OFF button on the well as country-specific and special equipment radio. offered for this model series. Therefore, it also describes equipment that may not be found in your vehicle, for instance due to the selected CD/DVD...
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CD/multimedia Entertainment ▷ CD: CD-ROM, CD-R, CD-RW, CD-DA. Select the desired track to begin playback. ▷ Compressed audio files: MP3, WMA, AAC, M4A. Audio playback Selecting the track using the button Press the button for the appropriate direction as often as necessary until the desired track is played back.
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Entertainment CD/multimedia Playback Open "Options". "Random" The video image is displayed on the Control Display up to a speed of approx. 2 mph/3 km/h; in some countries, it is only displayed while the parking brake is set or the automatic transmis‐ sion is in position P.
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CD/multimedia Entertainment In fast forward/reverse: the speed increases Selecting the subtitles every time the controller is pressed. To stop, The subtitles that are available depend on the start playback. DVD. Turn the controller during playback. DVD menu Open "Options". If necessary, turn the controller to open the video menu.
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"Additional options" "Zoom mode" CD/DVD player Do not remove the cover BMW CD/DVD players and changers are officially designated Class 1 laser products. Do not operate if the cover is damaged; otherwise, severe eye damage can result.◀ CDs and DVDs Use of CDs/DVDs ▷...
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CD/multimedia Entertainment Music collection Self-recorded CDs/DVDs ▷ Possible reasons for malfunctions with Storing music self-recorded CDs/DVDs are inconsistent data creation or recording processes, or General information poor quality or old age of the blank CD/ DVD. Music tracks from CDs/DVDs and USB devices can be stored in the music collection on a hard ▷...
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Entertainment CD/multimedia Storing from a CD/DVD "Storing..." Insert a CD or DVD into the CD/DVD player. "CD/Multimedia" "CD/DVD" Select the symbol for the CD/DVD player. "Store in vehicle" "Cancel storing" The storage process is interrupted and can be continued at any time. Continuing the storage process "CD/Multimedia"...
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Open "Options". "Music data import/export" "Import music (USB)" Select the desired entry. ▷ Select "A-Z search", refer to page 23, and input the desired entry. ▷ Select the desired entry from the list. Playing music Select other categories if you wish.
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Entertainment CD/multimedia Albums Music search by voice Instructions for voice activation system, refer All stored albums, listed in order of their stor‐ to page 25. age dates. Symbol Format Press the button on the steering Audio CD wheel. ›Music search‹ Compressed audio files Open the desired category, e.
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CD/multimedia Entertainment Open "Options". Deleting an album "Random" An album cannot be deleted while a track from that album is being played. "CD/Multimedia" "Music collection" Highlight the desired album. Open "Options". "Delete album" Deleting a track and directory A track cannot be deleted while it is being Managing music played.
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Entertainment CD/multimedia hours. Therefore, it is best to perform the Deleting the music collection backup during a long trip. "CD/Multimedia" Starting the engine. "Music collection" Connect the USB device to the USB inter‐ Open "Options". face in the glove compartment, refer to "Delete music collection"...
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CD/multimedia Entertainment Connect the headphone connector or line-out Connectors for external devices connector of the device to the AUX-IN port. ▷ Connection via USB audio interface: Apple iPod/iPhone, USB devices, e.g., MP3 play‐ Playback ers, USB flash drives, or mobile phones Connect the audio device, switch it on and that are supported by the USB audio inter‐...
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Entertainment CD/multimedia Connecting Copy protection Music tracks with integrated Digital Rights Management (DRM) cannot be played. Playback "CD/Multimedia" "External devices" Select the symbol. The USB audio interface is in the center arm‐ rest. Connection of Apple iPod/iPhone via USB audio interface Connect using a flexible adapter cable.
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CD/multimedia Entertainment Random playback ▷ Open "A-Z search" and input the de‐ sired entry. When a letter is entered, The current list of tracks is played back in ran‐ the results are filtered using this letter dom order. as the first letter. If multiple letters are "CD/Multimedia"...
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Entertainment CD/multimedia Use of a mobile phone as an audio source, The Bluetooth name of the vehicle is dis‐ refer to page 194. played. ▷ Bluetooth® is a registered trademark of Bluetooth® SIG, Inc. ▷ The sound is output on the vehicle loud‐ speakers.
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CD/multimedia Entertainment Select the desired functions with which the Connecting the device device is to be connected, for instance "CD/Multimedia" "Audio". "Bluetooth® (audio)" "OK" If necessary, "Bluetooth® audio" Select the desired device from the list of paired devices. If pairing was successful, the device is dis‐ played as connected.
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Entertainment CD/multimedia Select the symbol. Open "Options". "Remove phone from list" Select the desired track from the list, if necessary. What to do if... Playback menu Information on suitable devices can be found Depending on the particular device, some of at www.bmwusa.com/bluetooth.
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▷ USB. The previous version can only be restored Software updates and related current infor‐ when the vehicle is stationary. mation is available at www.bmw.com/ "Settings" update. "Software update" Displaying the current version "Restore previous version"...
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Entertainment CD/multimedia Note While the software is being updated or a previ‐ ous version is being restored, BMW Assist, Of‐ fice functions, and the connected devices are temporarily unavailable. Wait several minutes for the functions to become available again. I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
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Page 195: Communications
Communications All of the options available to you for mobile communication with family, friends, business partners, and service providers are described in this chapter. 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 196: Telephone
Communications Telephone Telephone Vehicle equipment serve this precaution, you can endanger the vehicle occupants and other road users.◀ This chapter describes all series equipment as well as country-specific and special equipment Snap-in adapter offered for this model series. Therefore, it also The snap-in adapter is used to: describes equipment that may not be found in your vehicle, for instance due to the selected...
Page 197 Telephone Communications Activating/deactivating Bluetooth A software update, refer to page 187, can be performed if necessary. Bluetooth is not permitted everywhere. "Telephone" Notes Open "Options". At high temperatures, the charging function of the mobile phone may be limited and functions "Bluetooth®"...
Page 198: Audio Source
Communications Telephone ceived calls are displayed on the Control Dis‐ If the pairing was successful, the mobile phone play. appears at the top of the list of mobile phones. The functions supported by the mobile phone Audio source and audio device are displayed as symbols A mobile phone can be used as an audio when paired.
Page 199 Telephone Communications phone when it is reconnected. These functions Open "Options". are deactivated in a mobile phone that is al‐ "Remove phone from list" ready connected. Configuring the mobile phone Additional functions can be activated or deacti‐ vated for paired and connected mobile phones. "Telephone"...
Page 200: Incoming Call
Communications Telephone ▷ Switch the mobile phone off and on again. If all points in this list have been checked and the required function is still not available, con‐ ▷ Is the ambient temperature too high or tact Customer Relations or the service center. low? Do not expose the mobile phone to extreme environmental conditions.
Page 201: Accepting A Call
Telephone Communications the name of the contact is displayed. Other‐ "End call" wise, 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‐ played. For calls on the additional telephone, the num‐ ber is only displayed if it is transmitted by the network.
Page 202: Phone Book
Communications Telephone If a second call comes in during an ongoing When terminating a conference call, both calls call, a call waiting signal is sounded. are ended. If one call is terminated by another party, the other call can be continued. "Accept"...
Page 203 Telephone Communications Redialing General information The list of dialed numbers in the mobile phone is transmitted to the vehicle depending on the mobile phone. Possibly only those numbers are displayed that were dialed from the vehicle. The 20 phone numbers dialed last are dis‐ played.
Page 204: Mobile Phone
Communications Telephone Saving an entry in the contacts Saving an entry in the contacts Highlight the entry. Highlight the entry. Open "Options". Open "Options". "Store as new contact" or "Add to existing "Store as new contact" or "Add to existing contact"...
Page 205 Telephone Communications Snap-in adapter To remove the snap-in adapter: press but‐ ton 1. General information More information on compatible snap-in adapters that support the functions of the mo‐ bile phone is available at the service center. Notes At high temperatures, the charging function of the mobile phone may be limited and functions may not be executed.
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Page 207: Office
Office Communications Office Vehicle equipment phones, data access must be confirmed on the mobile phone. This chapter describes all series equipment as ▷ The time, time zone, and date, refer to well as country-specific and special equipment page 76, are correctly set on the Control offered for this model series.
Page 208 Select the address. All contacts are listed in alphabetical order. When contacts from the mobile phone are Depending on the number of contacts, an A-Z used, the address may need to be matched search is offered, refer to page 23.
Page 209 Office Communications tained in the vehicle. The address can be If necessary, "Accept address". checked for this purpose. "Store contact in vehicle" Select the desired contact and highlight Contact types the address. Various contact types can be assigned to Open "Options". phone numbers and addresses.
Page 210: Displaying Messages
Text mes‐ ▷ "Service message" sages and e-mails may not be supported by Only messages from the BMW Assist the service provider, or the function may need Concierge service and My Info are dis‐ to be enabled separately. After the mobile played.
Page 211 Office Communications Deleting messages My Info Messages from the Concierge service and Selecting additional functions My Info can be deleted. Additional functions are available when a mes‐ Delete a message: sage is selected. "Office" Sym‐ Function "Messages" Select the desired message. "Start guidance"...
Page 212 Communications Office Open "Options". Sym‐ Function "Fully download e-mails" Only a part of the e-mail from the mobile "Select phone number" phone is loaded into the vehicle. If the message contains more than one number, select the desired Reading the e-mail out loud number from the list.
Page 213 Office Communications Using contact data ▷ Select the symbol. Contact data from appointments, tasks, text Using contact data messages, e-mails, and notes can be saved or Contact data from appointments, tasks, text selected, refer to page 210. messages, e-mails, and notes can be saved or Reading the task out loud selected, refer to page 210.
Page 214 Communications Office Reminders Reading out loud Text messages, e-mails, appointment entries, Displaying reminders tasks, and notes can be read out loud. Reminders of pending appointments and tasks Select the desired message, appointment, are displayed. After an appointment or after a task, or note.
Page 215 Office Communications ▷ Depending on the number of stored ap‐ pointments, task notes, and messages in the mobile phone, not all are displayed in the vehicle. Not all appointments and tasks from the mo‐ bile phone are displayed at the right time? ▷...
Page 216: Contacts
Communications Contacts Contacts Vehicle equipment The entry fields are still filled with the pre‐ vious entries: "Delete input fields" This chapter describes all series equipment as Fill in the entry fields: select the symbol well as country-specific and special equipment next to the entry field.
Page 217 Selecting the contact as a navigation destination All contacts are listed in alphabetical order. Depending on the number of contacts, an A-Z Select the desired contact. search is offered, refer to page 23. Select the address.
Page 218 Communications Contacts "Display: last, first name" or "Display: first, last name" Depending on how the contacts were stored on the mobile phone, the sorting order of the names may differ from the selected sorting or‐ der. Deleting contacts Only contacts that are stored in the vehicle are deleted.
Page 219: Connecteddrive
The following condi‐ tions must always be met: At a glance ▷ Wireless reception is available. BMW Roadside Assistance can be contacted if ▷ The ignition is switched on. assistance is needed in the event of a break‐ ▷...
Page 220: Bmw Online
If the mobile phone is paired, a connection is established to Roadside As‐ At a glance sistance. A business search can be opened via BMW Online. License conditions This product contains NetFront Browser soft‐ ware of ACCESS Co., Ltd. Copyright © 2007 ACCESS Co., Ltd.
Page 221: Customer Relations
ConnectedDrive Communications Operating BMW Online Vehicle equipped with TeleService To start a search: "BMW Assist" or "ConnectedDrive" ▷ Turn the controller to highlight an element. "Customer Relations" ▷ Press the controller to display an element. "Start service" Opening the start page Service Request Open "Options".
Page 222 "Update BMW Assist" TeleService Report Transmits technical data when needed from Data transfer your vehicle to BMW at regular intervals; these are evaluated for the continued development During the updating of BMW services, display of BMW products. the status of the data transfer.
Page 223 To be able to use the functions, the My BMW For reasons of safety, some software applica‐ Remote app must be downloaded. Operation tions are usable only while the vehicle is sta‐...
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Page 225: 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 226: Refueling
Mobility Refueling Refueling Vehicle equipment Fuel filler flap This chapter describes all series equipment as Opening well as country-specific and special equipment offered for this model series. Therefore, it also describes equipment that may not be found in your vehicle, for instance due to the selected special equipment or the country version.
Page 227: Fuel Tank Capacity
Refueling Mobility Pull the button with the fuel pump symbol in the cargo area. This releases the fuel filler flap. Observe the following when refueling Do not overfill the fuel tank Do not overfill the fuel tank; otherwise, escaping fuel may harm the environment or damage the vehicle.◀...
Page 228: Fuel
Therefore, it also Recommended fuel grade describes equipment that may not be found in BMW recommends AKI 91. your vehicle, for instance due to the selected special equipment or the country version. This Minimum fuel grade also applies to safety-related functions and BMW recommends AKI 89.
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Page 230: Wheels And Tires
Regularly check the tire inflation pres‐ approved and tire brands recommended by sure and correct it as needed: at least twice a BMW; a list of these is available from your month and before a long trip. If you fail to ob‐ service center.
Page 231 Wheels and tires Mobility These tire inflation pressures can also be this speed; otherwise, tire damage and acci‐ found on the driver's side door pillar when the dents could occur.◀ driver's door is open. Tire inflation pressures for driving above 100 mph or 160 km/h Adjust the tire inflation pressures To drive at maximum speeds in excess of 100 mph/160 km/h, adjust pressures to the re‐...
Page 232 Mobility Wheels and tires Tire size Pressure specifications in bar/PSI With Sport Package: 225/45 R 17 91 W RSC 2.5/36 3.0/44 2.5/36 3.0/44 225/45 R 17 91 H M+S RSC 225/45 R 17 94 V M+S XL RSC Front: 225/45 R 17 91 W RSC 2.5/36 2.5/36 Rear: 255/40 R 17 94 W RSC...
Page 233: Tire Identification Marks
Wheels and tires Mobility Tire size Pressure specifications in bar/PSI With Sport Package: 225/45 R 17 91 H M+S RSC 2.5/36 3.0/44 2.5/36 3.0/44 225/45 R 17 94 V M+S XL RSC Front: 225/45 R 17 91 W RSC 2.5/36 2.5/36 Rear: 255/40 R 17 94 W RSC 2.7/39...
Page 234: Tire Identification Number
The traction grade assigned to this tire is 2013. based on straight-ahead braking traction tests, BMW recommends that you replace all tires af‐ and does not include acceleration, cornering, ter 6 years at most, even if some tires may last hydroplaning, or peak traction characteristics.
Page 235: Tire Damage
Wheels and tires Mobility Minimum tread depth car tires must meet under the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 109. Grades B and A represent higher levels of performance on the laboratory test wheel than the minimum required by law. Temperature grade for this tire The temperature grade for this tire is es‐...
Page 236: Changing Wheels And Tires
Mobility Wheels and tires Changing wheels and tires If necessary, have the vehicle towed.◀ Repair of tire damage Mounting For safety reasons, the manufacturer of Information on mounting tires your vehicle recommends that you do not have Have mounting and balancing performed damaged tires repaired;...
Page 237: Snow Chains
+45 ℉/+7 ℃. Only certain fine-link snow chains have been tested by BMW, classified as safe for use and Although so-called all-season M+S tires do recommended. Consult your service center for provide better winter traction than summer more information.
Page 238 Mobility Wheels and tires When driving with snow chains, it can be bene‐ ficial to temporarily activate DTC, refer to page 101. 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 239: Engine Compartment
Engine compartment Mobility Engine compartment Vehicle equipment special equipment or the country version. This also applies to safety-related functions and This chapter describes all series equipment as systems. well as country-specific and special equipment When using the features and systems descri‐ offered for this model series.
Page 240: Opening The Hood
Mobility Engine compartment Hood Danger of injury when the hood is open There is a danger of injury from protrud‐ Opening the hood ing parts when the hood is open.◀ Working in the engine compartment Closing the hood Never attempt to perform any service or repair operations on your vehicle without the necessary professional technical training.
Page 241 Engine compartment Mobility Requirements ▷ The engine must be running and warm af‐ ter the vehicle has been driven for at least 6.2 miles/10 km. ▷ The vehicle is stopped or being driven on a level roadway. Display in the instrument cluster Press button 1 in the turn indicator lever up Oil level OK or down repeatedly until the appropriate...
Page 242: Adding Engine Oil
Mobility Engine compartment "Vehicle status" ▷ "Measurement inactive. Have this checked." Do not add engine oil. It is possi‐ ble to continue driving. Note the newly cal‐ culated remaining mileage until the next oil service, refer to page 78. Have the system checked as soon as possible.
Page 243: Checking The Coolant Level
Approved oil types ter for suitable additives. Specification Checking the coolant level Let the engine cool. BMW High Performance SAE 5W-30 Turn the expansion tank cap counterclock‐ BMW Longlife-01 wise slightly to allow any accumulated BMW Longlife-01 FE pressure to escape, then continue turning to open.
Page 244 Mobility Engine compartment Disposal Comply with the appropriate environ‐ mental protection regulations when dis‐ posing of coolant additives. 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 2 957 403 - X/14...
Page 245: Maintenance
Therefore, hand your service specialist the re‐ bed here, adhere to local regulations. mote control that you used most recently. Storage periods BMW Maintenance System Storage periods during which the vehicle bat‐ tery was disconnected are not taken into ac‐ count.
Page 246 Mobility Maintenance els. These entries are proof of regular mainte‐ Display of the previously described nance. malfunctions on Canadian models. Fuel cap Socket for OBD Onboard The indicator lamp lights up. Diagnosis If the fuel cap is not properly tight‐ Socket for Onboard Diagnosis ened, the OBD system may conclude that fuel vapor is escaping.
Page 247: Replacing Components
Replacing components Mobility Replacing components Vehicle equipment Press the hook. Pull the wiper blade downward out of the This chapter describes all series equipment as holder and remove it toward the top left, well as country-specific and special equipment see arrow. offered for this model series.
Page 248: Xenon Headlights
Mobility Replacing components Xenon headlights Use a clean tissue, cloth or something similar, or hold the bulb by its base.◀ At a glance Light-emitting diodes LED Light-emitting diodes installed behind translu‐ cent lenses serve as the light source for many of the controls and displays in your vehicle.
Page 249: Tail Lights
Replacing components Mobility Turn signals, front Tail lights PY24W bulb, 24 watt ▷ Outer brake light, backup light: W16W bulb, 16 watt Turn the wheel outwards. ▷ Inner brake light: H21W bulb, 21 watt Turn both locks in the wheel house to the Outer brake light left and remove the cover.
Page 250: Changing Wheels
Mobility Replacing components Replacing the outer brake light Inner brake light Remove the cover in the cargo area. Pull out the bulb holder and replace the bulb. Fasten the bulb holder and attach the cover. Pull out the bulb holder, see arrow, and change the bulb.
Page 251: Vehicle Battery
Replacing components Mobility Vehicle battery No spare tire is available in the case of a flat tire. Maintenance The tools for changing wheels are available as accessories from your service center. The battery is maintenance-free, i.e., the elec‐ trolyte will last for the life of the battery. Jacking points for the vehicle jack Your service center will be glad to advise you on questions regarding the battery.
Page 252 Mobility Replacing components Below the glove compartment ▷ Radio station: store again, refer to page 162. Remove the screws 1 using the screw‐ ▷ Navigation system: wait for the operability driver from the onboard vehicle tool kit. of the navigation. Remove cover 2, unwinding the cable to ▷...
Page 253: Breakdown Assistance
The LED flashes if the connection to the located on the center console. BMW Response Center has been estab‐ lished. Once the BMW Response Center has re‐ Intelligent Emergency ceived your Emergency Request, the BMW Request Response Center contacts you and takes further steps to help you.
Page 254: Warning Triangle
Mobility Breakdown assistance ▷ If the LED is flashing but the BMW Re‐ Check the expiration dates of the contents sponse Center cannot be heard on the regularly and replace any items promptly. hands-free system, the hands-free system may be malfunctioning. However, the...
Page 255: Connecting Jumper Cables
The body ground or a special nut acts as the Check the battery and recharge if necessary. negative terminal. Connecting jumper cables Tow-starting and towing Pull off the cap of the BMW starting aid ter‐ minal. Sport automatic transmission: transporting your vehicle Attach one terminal clamp of the positive...
Page 256: Tow Truck
Mobility Breakdown assistance Tow truck Contact your service center.◀ Follow the towing instructions Follow all towing instructions, or vehicle damage or accidents may occur.◀ ▷ Make sure that the ignition is switched on; otherwise, the low beams, tail lights, turn signals, and windshield wipers may be un‐...
Page 257: Tow Bar
Breakdown assistance Mobility Towing other vehicles Follow the towing instructions Follow all towing instructions, or vehicle General information damage or accidents may occur.◀ Light towing vehicle ▷ Make sure that the ignition is switched on; The towing vehicle must not be lighter otherwise, the low beams, tail lights, turn than the vehicle being towed;...
Page 258 The screw-in tow fitting should always be car‐ ried in the vehicle. It can be screwed in at the front or rear of the BMW. It is stored in the onboard vehicle tool kit under the cargo floor panel, refer to page 243.
Page 259: Care
Care Mobility Care Vehicle equipment Wash your vehicle frequently, particularly in winter. This chapter describes all series equipment as Intense soiling and road salt can damage the well as country-specific and special equipment vehicle. offered for this model series. Therefore, it also describes equipment that may not be found in Washing in automatic car washes your vehicle, for instance due to the selected...
Page 260: Vehicle Care
Engage transmission position N. Car care products Switch the engine off. BMW recommends using cleaning and care products from BMW, since these have been Leave the remote control in the ignition tested and approved. lock so that the vehicle can roll.
Page 261 Care Mobility Rubber components Clean light-colored leather more frequently as dust and dirt are more noticeable. Aside from water, treat only with rubber Use leather care products; otherwise, dirt and cleansers. grease will gradually break down the protective When cleaning rubber seals, do not use any layer of the leather surface.
Page 262 Mobility Care Do not allow the reels to retract the safety Cleaning displays belts until they are dry. Do not use chemical or household cleansers. Carpets and floor mats Keep all fluids and moisture away from the No objects in the area around the pedals unit.
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Page 264 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 2 957 403 - X/14...
Page 265 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. 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 266: Reference Technical Data
The technical data and specifications in the documents, from labels in your vehicle, or from Owner's Manual serve as guidelines. Detailed the service center. values can be obtained from your registration Dimensions BMW Z4 Width with mirrors inches/mm 76.8/1,951 Width without mirrors inches/mm 70.5/1,790...
Page 267 Technical data Reference Z4 sDrive28i Z4 sDrive35i Z4 sDrive35is Automatic transmission lbs/kg 3,924/1,780 4,178/1,895 4,178/1,895 Load lbs/kg 562/255 562/255 562/255 Approved front axle load lbs/kg 1,742/790 1,918/870 1,918/870 Approved rear axle load lbs/kg 2,227/1,010 2,293/1,040 2,293/1,040 Cargo area capacity cu ft/ 10.9/ 10.9/ 10.9/...
Page 268: Short Commands Of The Voice Activation
Reference Short commands of the voice activation system Short commands of the voice activation system Vehicle equipment General information This chapter describes all series equipment as Instructions for voice activation system, refer well as country-specific and special equipment to page 25. offered for this model series.
Page 269: Vehicle Information
Short commands of the voice activation system Reference Vehicle information Computer Function Command Open the computer. ›Onboard info‹ Open the trip computer. ›Trip computer‹ Vehicle Function Command Open the vehicle information. ›Vehicle info‹ Open the vehicle status. ›Vehicle status‹ Navigation General information Function Command...
Page 270 Reference Short commands of the voice activation system Function Command 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‹ Open the traffic bulletins. ›Traffic Info‹...
Page 271 Short commands of the voice activation system Reference 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 ...
Page 272 Reference Short commands of the voice activation system Function Command Open the manual search. ›Manual‹ Select a frequency range. ›Select frequency‹ Open a station. ›Select station‹ Function Command Open a frequency. ›Frequency ... Kilohertz‹ e.g., fre‐ quency 753 or 753 kilohertz Open the AM stations.
Page 273: Music Collection
Short commands of the voice activation system Reference 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‹...
Page 274 Reference Short commands of the voice activation system 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‹...
Page 275 Select a name. ›Choose name‹ My contacts. ›My contacts‹ Open the contacts. ›Contacts‹ New contact. ›New contact‹ ConnectedDrive or BMW Assist Function Command Open BMW Assist. ›B M W Assist‹ Open ConnectedDrive. ›Connected Drive‹ Open BMW Online. ›B M W Online‹...
Page 276: Everything From A To Z
Reference Everything from A to Z Everything from A to Z Index Air supply Approved gross vehicle – Air conditioner weight, refer to – Automatic climate con‐ ABS, Antilock Brake Sys‐ Weights trol Armrest, refer to Center arm‐ – Ventilation 109, Acceleration assistant, rest Air vents...
Page 277 Everything from A to Z Reference Average fuel consumption BMW Internet page Capacities – Setting the units Capacities BMW Maintenance Sys‐ Average speed – Cargo area, refer to Weights Axle loads, refer to BMW Online – Fuel tank, refer to Filling ca‐...
Page 278 108, Connecting, mobile phone, Damage, tires Cleaning, displays refer to Pairing the mobile Dashboard lighting, refer to Cleaning your BMW, refer to phone Instrument lighting Care Consumption, refer to Aver‐ Dashboard, refer to Cock‐ Clock age fuel consumption...
Page 279 Everything from A to Z Reference Doors, unlocking and locking DBC Dynamic Brake Con‐ Electric seat adjustment – Confirmation signals trol Electronic brake-force distri‐ – From the inside DCC, refer to Cruise con‐ bution – From the outside trol Electronic engine oil level DOT Quality Grades Defogging windows check...
Page 280 Reference Everything from A to Z Gasoline ESP Electronic Stability Pro‐ Flashing when locking/ – Fuel recommendation gram, refer to DSC unlocking Gasoline display Exchanging wheels/tires Flat tire, Flat Tire Monitor Gas station recommenda‐ Exhaust system tion Flat Tire Monitor Exterior mirrors Gear display –...
Page 281 Everything from A to Z Reference Height, refer to Dimen‐ Ignition key position 2, refer Intermediate destina‐ sions to Ignition on tions High-beam Assistant Ignition key, refer to Remote Intermittent wipe High beams 60, control with integrated Internet page High beams/low beams, refer Intersection, entering for navi‐...
Page 282 Reference Everything from A to Z LED, light-emitting di‐ Menus, of iDrive, operat‐ odes M/S, automatic transmission Length, refer to Dimen‐ Menus, refer to iDrive operat‐ – 7-gear sions ing concept – 8-gear Letters and numbers, enter‐ Message list, traffic bulle‐ Maintenance tins Maintenance require‐...
Page 283 Everything from A to Z Reference Navigation system Overheating of engine, refer Programmable memory but‐ – Destination entry by to Coolant temperature tons, iDrive voice Protective function, refer to Nets, refer to Storage com‐ Pinch protection partments – Windows Neutral cleaner, care Push-and-turn switch, refer to Paint, vehicle New wheels and tires...
Page 284 Short commands, voice acti‐ Screen, refer to Control Dis‐ – 8-gear automatic transmis‐ vation play sion Side airbags Search, refer to BMW On‐ – Manual transmission Side windows, refer to Win‐ line Rim cleaner, care dows Seat adjustment, electric Road, avoiding Signal horn, refer to Horn Seat adjustment, mechani‐...
Page 285 Everything from A to Z Reference Tail lights Slot for remote control Start/Stop button – Bulb replacement 245, Start/Stop button Smokers' package, refer to Tank display – Starting the engine Ashtray – Switching off the engine Tasks Snap-in adapter, mobile Starting aid Technical changes, refer to phone...
Page 286 Reference Everything from A to Z Tire inflation pressure Transmission lock, unlocking Universal remote control – Loss Unlocking manually, with 7-gear auto‐ Tire pressure monitoring, re‐ – From the inside matic transmission – From the outside fer to FTM Transmission positions –...
Page 287 Everything from A to Z Reference Windows, defrosting and re‐ Version of the navigation moving condensation data – Air conditioner Video playback Windows, pinch protec‐ Voice activation tion – Navigation Windshield Voice activation, short com‐ – Cleaning mands – Defrosting and defogging, Voice activation system air conditioner Volume, setting...
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