Page 1 Owner's Manual for Vehicle The Ultimate Driving Machine THE BMW 6 SERIES GRAN COUPE. OWNER'S MANUAL. Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 926 023 - XI/13 Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 909 877 - VI/13...
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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 “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 “Active head restraint,” the should be read in lieu thereof: paragraph beginning, “Only attach “BMW recommends that you have accessories . . .” should be mounting and balancing performed disregarded and the following text by your service center or a tire should be read in lieu thereof: mounting specialist.”...
Page 7 Addendum Only certain types of fine-link snow BMW recommends that you have chains have been tested by the the oil changed at your BMW manufacturer of your vehicle and dealer’s service center or at another are determined by the manufacturer...
Page 8 Addendum read as preceding that passage: “It is strongly suggested that you ..” At page 214, under the “Battery replacement” section, the text should be disregarded and in lieu thereof the following text should be read: Use of recommended vehicle batteries The manufacturer of your vehicle recommends that you use vehicle...
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 232. Fuel Wheels and tires Engine compartment Notes Engine oil Coolant At a glance Maintenance Cockpit Replacing components iDrive Breakdown assistance...
Page 10: Notes
For options and equipment not described in Information on BMW, e.g., on technology, is this Owner's Manual, please refer to the Sup‐ available on the Internet: bmwusa.com. plementary Owner's Manuals.
Page 11: For Your Own Safety
Therefore, have this work performed only by a nents found in the interior furnishings in a vehi‐ BMW center or a workshop that works accord‐ cle, contain or emit chemicals known to the ing to BMW repair procedures with appropri‐...
Page 12 — possibly with the assistance ous damage to the vehicle. Such damage is of an expert. not covered by the BMW New Vehicle Limited Additional functions that are contractually Warranty. agreed with the customer, such as vehicle lo‐...
Page 13: Reporting Safety Defects
National Highway Traffic Safety Adminis‐ a road obstacle, data that will assist in under‐ tration NHTSA, in addition to notifying BMW of standing how a vehicle’s systems performed. 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. Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 926 023 - XI/13 Online Edition for Part no.
Page 16: Cockpit
At a glance Cockpit Cockpit Vehicle equipment ment is also described that is not available in a vehicle, e. g., because of the selected optional All standard, country-specific and optional equipment or country variant. This also applies equipment that is offered in the model series is for safety-related functions and systems.
Page 17 Cockpit At a glance Automatic headlamp con‐ Congestion Assistant: setting trol 88 cruise control distance 125 Daytime running lights 88 Cruise control rocker switch 136, 127 Adaptive Light Control 88 10 Instrument cluster 72 High-beam Assistant 89 11 Steering wheel buttons, right Instrument lighting 90 Entertainment source Steering column stalk, left Volume Turn signal 65...
Page 18 At a glance Cockpit Open the trunk lid 36 All around the center console All around the interior rearview mir‐ Parking brake 62 ror 15 Control Display 16 Automatic Hold 63 Glove compartment 167 vent 157 PDC Park Distance Control 137 Hazard warning system 216 View 141 Rearview camera 139 Central locking system 36 Parking assistant 145...
Page 19 Cockpit At a glance Driving Dynamics Control 121 12 Transmission selector lever DSC Dynamic Stability Con‐ trol 117 All around the headliner Intelligent Emergency Re‐ Reading lamps 91 quest 216 Glass sunroof, powered 43 Interior lamps 90 Indicator lamp, front passenger airbag 94 Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 926 023 - XI/13 Online Edition for Part no.
Page 20: Idrive
At a glance iDrive iDrive Vehicle equipment Control Display All standard, country-specific and optional Hints equipment that is offered in the model series is ▷ To clean the Control Display, follow the described in this chapter. Therefore, equip‐ care instructions. ment is also described that is not available in a ▷...
Page 21 iDrive At a glance Press. The main menu is displayed. All iDrive functions can be called up via the Move in four directions. main menu. Selecting menu items Menu items shown in white can be selected. Turn the controller until the desired menu item is highlighted.
Page 22: Options Menu
At a glance iDrive A new panel is opened on top of the previ‐ This area remains unchanged. ous display. ▷ Control options for the selected main menu, e.g., for "Radio". ▷ If applicable, further operating options for the selected menu, e.g., "Store station". Changing settings Select a field.
Page 23 iDrive At a glance Example: setting the clock Turn the controller to set the hours and press the controller. Setting the clock Turn the controller to set the minutes and press the controller. Press the button. The main menu is displayed.
Page 24 At a glance iDrive Selecting the display Symbol Meaning Text message was received. Press the button. "Split screen" Check the SIM card. Move the controller until the split screen is SIM card is blocked. selected. SIM card is missing. Press the controller or select "Split screen content".
Page 25 iDrive At a glance The function will run immediately. This means, Symbol Function for example, that the number is dialed when a Press the controller: delete the let‐ phone number is selected. ter or number. Displaying the button assignment Press the controller for an extended period: delete all letters or numbers.
Page 26: Voice Activation System
At a glance Voice activation system Voice activation system Vehicle equipment Using voice activation All standard, country-specific and optional Activating the voice activation system equipment that is offered in the model series is described in this chapter. Therefore, equip‐ Press the button on the steering ment is also described that is not available in a wheel.
Page 27: Adjusting The Volume
Voice activation system At a glance Executing functions using short Via short command commands Playback of the CD can also be started via a Functions on the main menu can be performed short command. directly by means of short commands, nearly Switch on the Entertainment sound output irrespective of which menu item is currently if necessary.
Page 28 At a glance Voice activation system Notes on Emergency Requests Do not use the voice activation system to ini‐ tiate an Emergency Request. In stressful situa‐ tions, the voice and vocal pitch can change. This can unnecessarily delay the establish‐ ment of a telephone connection.
Page 29: Integrated Owner's Manual In The Vehicle
Integrated Owner's Manual in the vehicle At a glance Integrated Owner's Manual in the vehicle Vehicle equipment Select components All standard, country-specific and optional Press the button. equipment that is offered in the model series is Turn the controller: open "Vehicle Info". described in this chapter.
Page 30 At a glance Integrated Owner's Manual in the vehicle Context help - Owner's Manual to the Programmable memory buttons temporarily selected function General information The relevant information can be opened di‐ rectly. The Owner's Manual can be stored on the pro‐ grammable memory buttons and called up di‐...
Page 31 Integrated Owner's Manual in the vehicle At a glance Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 926 023 - XI/13 Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 909 877 - VI/13...
Page 32 Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 926 023 - XI/13 Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 909 877 - VI/13...
Page 33 Controls This chapter is intended to provide you with information that will give you complete control of your vehicle. All features and accessories that are useful for driving and your safety, comfort and convenience are described here. Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 926 023 - XI/13 Online Edition for Part no.
Page 34: Opening And Closing
Controls Opening and closing Opening and closing Vehicle equipment Integrated key All standard, country-specific and optional equipment that is offered in the model series is described in this chapter. Therefore, equip‐ ment is also described that is not available in a vehicle, e.
Page 35: Profile Management
The USB interface in the center armrest Starting the engine with emergency onto a USB device. detection of the remote control ▷ BMW Online. Profile management Opening the profiles A different profile can be called up than the one associated with the remote control cur‐...
Page 36 Open "Options". "Settings" "Display user list at startup" "Profiles" "Import profile" Personal Profile settings BMW Online: "BMW Online" The following functions and settings can be USB interface, refer to page 167: "USB stored in a profile. device" ▷ Collision warning: warning time.
Page 37: Central Locking System
Opening and closing Controls ▷ Tone: tone settings. ▷ Via the button in the trunk lid. ▷ Automatic climate control: settings. The following takes place simultaneously when locking/unlocking the vehicle via the re‐ ▷ Steering wheel position. mote control: ▷ Navigation: map views, route criteria, voice ▷...
Page 38: Courtesy Lamps
Controls Opening and closing Opening and closing: from Switching on interior lamps and courtesy lamps the outside Press the button on the remote control Using the remote control with the vehicle locked. General information Panic mode Take the remote control with you You can trigger the alarm system if you find People or animals left unattended in a yourself in a dangerous situation.
Page 39 Opening and closing Controls Malfunction Using the door lock If the vehicle can no longer be locked or un‐ General information locked with the remote control, the battery may be discharged or there may be interfer‐ ence from external sources such as mobile phones, metal objects, overhead power lines, transmission towers, etc.
Page 40: Manual Operation
Pressing the buttons locks and unlocks the doors and the trunk lid when the front doors are closed, but they are not secured against ▷ Press on the top half of the BMW emblem. theft. ▷ Press the button on the remote The fuel filler flap remains unlocked.
Page 41: Emergency Unlocking
Opening and closing Controls Closing ▷ Trunk lid secured, arrow 1. ▷ Trunk lid not secured, ar‐ row 2. Slide the switch into the arrow 1 position. This secures the trunk lid and disconnects it from the central locking system. If the center arm rest is locked, the trunk lid cannot be opened.
Page 42 Monitor the closing process to ensure that no one becomes trapped.◀ Unlocking the trunk lid separately Fully grasp a door handle, arrow 1. Press on the top half of the BMW emblem on This corresponds to pressing the button the trunk lid.
Page 43: Automatic Locking
Opening and closing Controls Malfunction Automatic locking Comfort Access may not function properly if it The setting is stored for the remote control experiences interference from external sour‐ currently in use. ces such as mobile phones, metal objects, "Settings" overhead power lines, transmission towers, "Doors/key"...
Page 44: Alarm System
Controls Opening and closing Alarm system After the trunk lid is closed, it is locked and monitored again if the doors are locked. The hazard warning system flashes once. The concept In some vehicle equipment variants, the trunk The vehicle alarm system responds to: lid can only be opened using the remote con‐...
Page 45: Power Windows
Opening and closing Controls Power windows After 10 seconds, the indicator lamp flashes continuously. Interior motion sen‐ sor and tilt alarm sensor are not active. General information ▷ The indicator lamp goes out after unlock‐ Take the remote control with you ing: Take the remote control with you when The vehicle has not been tampered with.
Page 46: Roller Sunblinds
Controls Opening and closing The window closes without pinch protec‐ ▷ Pull the switch beyond the resistance tion. point. Safety switch The window closes automatically. The following functions can be locked simulta‐ Pressing the switch stops the motion. neously, using the switch: Convenient closing, refer to page 38, with ▷...
Page 47: Tilt Function
Opening and closing Controls Driver's door controls Raising and lowering the roller blinds together Press and hold the button. Glass sunroof, powered with tilt function General information The glass sunroof is operational when the igni‐ Roller blind for rear window tion is switched on.
Page 48 Controls Opening and closing Closed roof is raised and the The roof closes without pinch protection. sliding visor moves all the Initializing after a power failure way back. ▷ To close the switch, press upward briefly After a power failure during the opening or or twice forward past the resistance point.
Page 49: Adjusting
Controls Adjusting Vehicle equipment Middle seat The 6 series Gran Coupe is designed as a 4+1- All standard, country-specific and optional seater vehicle. The middle seat is of limited equipment that is offered in the model series is usefulness. It is recommended that this seat described in this chapter.
Page 50: Lumbar Support
Controls Adjusting Adjustments in detail Thigh support Forward/back. Multifunctional seat Height. Adjust the position using the lever. Lumbar support The curvature of the seat backrest can be ad‐ justed in such a way that it supports the lumbar region of the spine. The lower back and the spine are supported for upright posture.
Page 51: Active Seat
Adjusting Controls Shoulder support Controls Also supports the back in the shoulder area: Press and hold the button until the seat has moved to the desired position. Releasing the ▷ Results in a relaxed seating position. button stops the motion. ▷...
Page 52 Controls Adjusting Temperature distribution The heating action in the seat cushion and backrest can be distributed in different ways. "Climate" "Front seat heating" Select the required seat. Turn the controller to set the temperature distribution. Switching on Rear seat heating Press the button once for each venti‐...
Page 53: Head Restraints
Adjusting Controls Safety belt reminder for driver's and ▷ The center rear seat belt buckle is solely passenger's seat intended for the center passenger. One person per safety belt The indicator lamp flashes or lights up and a signal sounds. Make sure that Never allow more than one person to the safety belts are positioned cor‐...
Page 54: Active Head Restraint
Do not use seat or head restraint covers. ▷ Do not hang objects, e.g., clothes hangers, on the head restraints. ▷ Only attach accessories approved by BMW ▷ Forward: pull. to the seat or head restraint. ▷ Back: press the button and push the head Otherwise, the protective function of the active restraint toward the rear.
Page 55 Adjusting Controls Seat, mirror, and steering The corresponding seat position is performed automatically. wheel memory The procedure stops when a switch for adjust‐ ing the seat or one of the buttons is pressed. General information Safety mode Close the driver's door or switch on the ig‐ nition.
Page 56: Automatic Dimming Feature
Controls Adjusting General information Engage transmission position R. The mirror on the passenger side is more Deactivating curved than the driver's side mirror. Slide the mirror changeover switch to the pas‐ Estimating distances correctly senger's side mirror position. Objects reflected in the mirror are closer than they appear.
Page 57: Steering Wheel
Adjusting Controls Interior rearview mirror, automatic Adjusting dimming feature The concept The steering wheel can be adjusted in four di‐ rections. Photocells are used for control: Storing the position ▷ In the mirror glass. Seat, mirror, and steering wheel memory, refer ▷...
Page 58: Transporting Children Safely
Controls Transporting children safely Transporting children safely Vehicle equipment vated. Automatic deactivation of front passen‐ ger side airbags, refer to page 94. All standard, country-specific and optional equipment that is offered in the model series is Note described in this chapter. Therefore, equip‐ Deactivated front passenger airbags ment is also described that is not available in a If a child restraint fixing system is used in...
Page 59: Child Seat Security
Transporting children safely Controls Child seat security Deactivating the front passenger airbags If a child restraint fixing system is used in the front passenger seat, the front passenger airbags must be deactivated; otherwise, there is an increased risk of injury to the child when the airbags are triggered, even with a child re‐...
Page 60 Controls Transporting children safely Mounts for the lower LATCH anchors Child restraint fixing system with a tether strap The lower anchors may be used to attach the CRS to the vehicle seat up to a combined child Mounting points and CRS weight of 65 lb/30 kg when the child is restr- ained by the internal harnesses.
Page 61 Transporting children safely Controls Head restraint. Rear window shelf Mounting point/eye Hook for upper retaining strap Attaching the upper retaining strap to the mounting point Lift the cover over the mounting point. Guide the upper retaining strap over the head restraint. Attach the hooks of the retaining strap to the mounting eyes.
Page 62: Driving
Controls Driving Driving Vehicle equipment Note If the engine is switched off and the ignition is All standard, country-specific and optional switched on, the system automatically equipment that is offered in the model series is switches to the radio ready state when the described in this chapter.
Page 63 Driving Controls Radio ready state Do not wait for the engine to warm-up while the vehicle remains stationary. Start driving at Activate radio ready state: moderate engine speeds. ▷ When the engine is running: press the Start/Stop button. Automatic transmission Some electronic systems/power consumers remain ready for operation.
Page 64: Automatic Mode
Controls Driving The radio ready state is switched on. The display indicates that the conditions for an automatic en‐ Set the parking brake. gine stop have not been satis‐ fied. Automatic Engine Start/Stop Function Note The engine is not switched off automatically in The concept the following situations: The Auto Start/Stop function helps save fuel.
Page 65: Automatic Deactivation
Driving Controls Safety mode Activating/deactivating the system manually After the engine switches off automatically, it will not start again automatically if any one of Using the button the following conditions are met. ▷ The driver's safety belt is unbuckled and the driver's door is open.
Page 66: Parking Brake
Controls Driving Malfunction Pull the switch and hold it. The vehicle brakes hard while the switch is being pulled. The Auto Start/Stop function no longer switches of the engine automatically. A Check The indicator lamp lights up red, a sig‐ Control message is displayed.
Page 67: For Your Safety
Driving Controls Automatic Hold Activating This function can be activated when the driv‐ The concept er's door is closed and the safety belt is fas‐ This system assists the driver by automatically tened, and while driving. setting and releasing the brake, such as when Press the button.
Page 68: Manual Release
Controls Driving Parking Unlocking The parking brake is automatically set if the Have the malfunction corrected engine is switched off while the vehicle is be‐ If the parking brake has been released ing held by Automatic Hold. manually in response to a malfunction, only The indicator lamp changes from green technicians can return it to operation.
Page 69: Headlamp Flasher
Driving Controls Turn signal, high beams, High beams, headlamp flasher headlamp flasher Turn signal Using turn signals ▷ High beams, arrow 1. ▷ Headlamp flasher, arrow 2. Washer/wiper system Press the lever beyond the resistance point. To switch off manually, press the lever to the Switching the wipers on/off and brief resistance point.
Page 70: Rain Sensor
Controls Driving Activating/deactivating ▷ Normal wiping speed: press up once. The wipers switch to intermittent operation when the vehicle is stationary. ▷ Fast wiping speed: press up twice or press once beyond the resistance point. The wipers switch to normal speed when the vehicle is stationary.
Page 71: Washer Fluid
Follow the usage instructions on the washer fluid con‐ Fold-out position of the wipers tainer. Use BMW’s Windshield Washer Con‐ centrate or the equivalent.◀ Required when changing the wiper blades or under frosty conditions, for example.
Page 72: Automatic Transmission With
Controls Driving When the ignition is switched off, refer to page 58, position P is engaged automatically. P Park Select only when the vehicle is stationary. The drive wheels are blocked. P is engaged automatically: ▷ After the engine is switched off when the vehicle is in radio ready state, refer to All washer nozzles are supplied from one res‐...
Page 73 Driving Controls Engaging D, R and N Sport program and manual mode Activating the sport program Briefly push the selector lever in the desired di‐ rection, beyond a resistance point if necessary. Push the selector lever to the left out of trans‐ After releasing the selector lever, it returns to mission position D.
Page 74 Controls Driving shifting is not possible if the engine speed is ▷ Shift up: pull right shift paddle. too high. ▷ Shift down: pull left shift paddle. The selected gear is briefly displayed in the in‐ Gears will only be shifted at appropriate engine strument cluster, followed by the current gear.
Page 75 Driving Controls Displays in the instrument cluster The transmission position is dis‐ played, e.g.: P. Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 926 023 - XI/13 Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 909 877 - VI/13...
Page 76: Displays
Controls Displays Displays Vehicle equipment ment is also described that is not available in a vehicle, e. g., because of the selected optional All standard, country-specific and optional equipment or country variant. This also applies equipment that is offered in the model series is for safety-related functions and systems.
Page 77 Displays Controls Electronic displays Overview, instrument cluster Messages, e.g. Check Control 76 Miles/trip miles 79 Time 79 Selection list, e.g., radio 83 Range 79 Current fuel consumption 80 Computer 83 Energy recovery 80 Navigation display, see user's manual for External temperature 79 Navigation, Entertainment and Communi‐ Transmission display 71 cation. Service requirements 80 Multifunctional instrument...
Page 78 Controls Displays At a glance Fuel gauge 78 Selection lists 83 Indicator/warning lamps 76 ECO PRO displays 180 Speedometer temperature 78 Variable displays Computer 83 Tachometer 78 Reset miles 79 Switching the change of display on and off With Professional Navigation System: You can set whether the instrument display switching zoom function on/off automatically changes to the ECO PRO or Switching...
Page 79 Displays Controls ECO PRO displays Speedometer Transmission display 71 Variable displays: ECO PRO Tips, Deceler‐ ▷ Blue: bonus range ation assistant instructions, Driver assist ▷ Gray: range system displays Efficiency display 180 In ECO PRO driving mode, the instrument dis‐ fuel consumption with more prominent repre‐ play switches to the ECO PRO displays.
Page 80: Check Control
Controls Displays Sport displays Speedometer Shift lights, when appropriately equipped Tachometer Performance display Transmission display 71 Variable displays In the Sport and Sport+ modes, the instrument In addition, an acoustic signal may be output display switches to the sport displays. This and a text message may appear on the Control display supports a sporty driving style with Display.
Page 81: Text Messages
Displays Controls Overview: indicator/warning lamps Symbol Function or system Tire Pressure Monitor. Symbol Function or system Flat Tire Monitor. Turn signal. Safety belts. Parking brake. Airbag system. Parking brake in Canadian models. Steering system. Automatic hold. Engine functions. Front fog lamps. Engine functions in Canadian mod‐...
Page 82: Fuel Gauge
Controls Displays Displaying stored Check Control The supplementary text of urgent messages is messages automatically displayed on the Control Display. "Vehicle Info" Symbols "Vehicle status" Depending on the Check Control message, the "Check Control" following functions can be selected. Select the text message. ▷...
Page 83: Coolant Temperature
Displays Controls Coolant temperature Time If the coolant along with the engine becomes The time is displayed at the bot‐ too hot, a Check Control message is displayed. tom of the instrument cluster. Check the coolant level, refer to page 207. Setting the time and time for‐...
Page 84: Current Fuel Consumption
Controls Displays Range when destination guidance is The current service requirements can be read activated in the navigation system out from the remote control by the service specialist. When destination guidance is With TeleService, data regarding the service activated in the navigation sys‐ status or legally mandated inspections of your tem, the range up to the desti‐...
Page 85: Gear Shift Indicator
Displays Controls Automatic transmission: displays "§ Vehicle inspection" "Date:" Example Description Adjust the settings. Fuel efficient gear is engaged. Confirm. The entered date is stored. Shift into fuel efficient gear. Automatic Service Request Data regarding the service status or legally mandated inspections of the vehicle are auto‐...
Page 86 Controls Displays Speed limit detection signage is present, but passing would not be permitted. Current speed limit. Hints Personal judgment The system cannot serve as a substitute for the driver's personal judgment of the traffic Speed limit detection is not situation.
Page 87 Displays Controls Activating a list and creating the ▷ When roads differ from the navigation, setting such as due to changes in the road net‐ work. ▷ When passing buses or trucks with a speed sticker. ▷ If the traffic signs are non-conforming. ▷...
Page 88: Information At A Glance
Controls Displays Information at a glance Average fuel consumption Repeatedly pressing the button on the turn The average fuel consumption is calculated for signal lever calls up the following information the period during which the engine is running. on the info display: The average fuel consumption is calculated for ▷...
Page 89: Trip Computer
Displays Controls Displaying, setting or changing the Display on the Control Display limit Display the onboard computer or trip computer "Settings" on the Control Display. "Speed" "Vehicle Info" "Warning at:" "Onboard info" or "Trip computer" Turn the controller until the desired limit is Resetting the fuel consumption or displayed.
Page 90 Controls Displays Setting the time format Setting the voice dialog "Settings" Voice dialog for the voice activation system, refer to page 23. "Time/Date" "Format:" Units of measure Select the desired format. Setting the units of measure The time format is stored. To set the units for fuel consumption, route/ Date distance and temperature:...
Page 91: Lamps
Lamps Controls Lamps Vehicle equipment If the driver door is opened with the ignition switched off, the exterior lighting is automati‐ All standard, country-specific and optional cally switched off at these switch settings. equipment that is offered in the model series is described in this chapter.
Page 92: Roadside Parking Lamps
Controls Lamps Setting the duration "Daytime running lamps" "Settings" The setting is stored for the remote control currently in use. "Lighting" "Pathway lighting:" Roadside parking lamps Set the duration. The setting is stored for the remote control currently in use. Automatic headlamp control Switch position : the low beams are...
Page 93 Lamps Controls Activating The turning lamps are automatically switched on depending on the steering angle or the use of turn signals. To avoid blinding oncoming traffic, the Adap‐ tive Light Control does not swivel to the driv‐ er's side when the vehicle is at a standstill. When driving in reverse, only the turning lamp is active.
Page 94: Fog Lamps
Controls Lamps Fog lamps System limits Personal responsibility Front fog lamps The high-beam assistant cannot serve as The parking lamps or low beams must be a substitute for the driver's personal judgment switched on. of when to use the high beams. Therefore, manually switch off the high beams in situa‐...
Page 95: Reading Lamps
Lamps Controls ▷ "Off": no lighting. ▷ "Reduced": the speakers in the field of view are hidden while driving. ▷ "On": the speakers are always illumi‐ nated. Interior lamps Reading lamp Switching the interior lamps on and Press the button. To switch off permanently: press the button for approx.
Page 96: Safety
Controls Safety Safety Vehicle equipment ment is also described that is not available in a vehicle, e. g., because of the selected optional All standard, country-specific and optional equipment or country variant. This also applies equipment that is offered in the model series is for safety-related functions and systems.
Page 97 Safety Controls Protective action ▷ Never modify either the individual compo‐ nents or the wiring in the airbag system. Airbags are not triggered in every impact situa‐ This also applies to steering wheel covers, tion, e.g., in less severe accidents or rear-end the dashboard, the seats, the roof pillars collisions.
Page 98: Deactivation System
Controls Safety When there is a malfunction, have the ▷ Do not attach covers, cushions, ball mats airbag system checked immediately or other items to the front passenger seat unless they are specifically recommended When there is a malfunction, have the airbag by the manufacturer of your vehicle.
Page 99: Tire Pressure Monitor Tpm
Safety Controls Tire Pressure Monitor TPM Detected child seats The system generally detects children seated The concept in a child seat, especially in the child seats that were required by NHTSA when the vehicle was The system monitors tire pressure in the four manufactured.
Page 100: Additional Information
Controls Safety All wheels green After a successfully completed Reset, the wheels on the Control Display are shown in System is active and will issue a warning rela‐ green and "Tire Pressure Monitor (TPM) tive to the tire inflation pressures stored during active"...
Page 101 Safety Controls carried out for the Tire Pressure Monitor. In Because the possible driving distance de‐ that case, carry out a reset. pends on how the vehicle is used during the trip, the actual distance may be smaller or If an identification is not possible, please greater depending on the driving speed, road contact the service center.
Page 102 Controls Safety Malfunction proper tire maintenance, and it is the driver's responsibility to maintain correct tire pressure, The yellow warning lamp flashes and even if under-inflation has not reached the then lights up continuously. A Check level to trigger illumination of the TPMS low Control message is displayed.
Page 103 Safety Controls sured. Initialize the system after each correc‐ Check whether the vehicle is fitted with tion of the tire inflation pressure and after regular tires or run-flat tires. every tire or wheel change. Run-flat tires, refer to page 201, are la‐ beled with a circular symbol containing the Status display letters RSC marked on the tire sidewall.
Page 104 Controls Safety If an identification is not possible, please Continued driving with a flat tire contact the service center. Drive moderately and do not exceed a Rectify the flat tire. speed of 50 mph/80 km/h. A loss of tire inflation pressure results in a Run-flat tires change in the handling characteristics, e.g., re‐...
Page 105: Collision Warning
Safety Controls Collision warning with At a glance braking function Button in the vehicle The concept The system issues a warning if there is immi‐ nent danger of a collision and also includes a braking function. If the vehicle is equipped with Active Cruise Control with Stop &...
Page 106 Controls Safety At a glance Keep the windshield in the area behind the in‐ terior rear view mirror clean and clear. Button in the vehicle Switching on/off Switching on automatically The system is automatically active every time the engine is started using the Start/Stop but‐ ton.
Page 107 Safety Controls System limits Above approx. 130 mph/210 km/h, the braking intervention occurs as a brief braking pressure. Be alert No automatic delay occurs. Due to system limitations, warnings may Adapting your speed and driving style be not be issued at all, or may be issued late or The warning does not relieve the driver improperly.
Page 108 Controls Safety Prewarning sensitivity Detection range Depending on the set prewarning time, this may result in increased false warnings. Collision warning with City Braking function The concept The system can help to prevent accidents. If Vehicles are observed when they are traveling an accident cannot be prevented, the system in the same direction of movement if they are helps to reduce the collision speed.
Page 109 Safety Controls The LED goes out. When towing or tow-starting the vehicle, switch off the collision warning with braking function to prevent undesired interventions. Warning with braking function Adapting your speed and driving style System limits The warning does not relieve the driver Be alert of the responsibility to adapt his or her driving Due to system limitations, warnings may...
Page 110 Controls Safety Detection range ▷ If there is constant dimming because of oncoming light, for example, from the sun low in the sky. Prewarning sensitivity Depending on the set prewarning time, this may result in increased false warnings. Pedestrian warning The warning area in front of the vehicle is div‐...
Page 111 Safety Controls Camera Intervene immediately by braking or making an evasive maneuver. Braking intervention The warning prompts the driver himself to in‐ tervene. During the warning, the maximum braking force is used, even with light pressure on the brake pedal. In addition, if there is a risk of collision, the system can assist with a slight braking intervention.
Page 112 Controls Safety Heat image ▷ Pedestrians below a body size of approx. 32 in/80 cm. Functional limitations The system may not be fully functional or may not be available in the following situations: ▷ In heavy fog, rain, sprayed water or snow‐ fall.
Page 113 Safety Controls At a glance In addition, the system also detects animals above a certain minimum size, e.g., deer. Buttons in the vehicle With heat image activated on the Control Dis‐ play: People detected by the system are displayed with a slight yellow hue. Animals detected by the system are displayed in a darker yellow.
Page 114 Controls Safety Press the button. Warning area in front of the vehicle The LED goes out. Switching on heat image additionally The heat image from the Night Vision camera can also be displayed on the Control Display. This function has no effect on object detec‐ tion.
Page 115: Lane Departure Warning
Safety Controls Acute warning ▷ Cyclists on unconventional bicycles (e.g., recumbent bicycles). The red symbol is displayed and a sig‐ ▷ After physical damage to the system, e.g., nal sounds. after an accident. Intervene immediately by braking or making an evasive maneuver. With animals no acute warning occurs.
Page 116 Controls Safety At a glance ▷ Arrows: at least one lane marking was de‐ tected and warnings can be issued. Button in the vehicle Display in the instrument display ▷ Symbol red: system is activated. ▷ Symbol green: at least one lane marking was detected and warn‐...
Page 117: Radar Sensors
Safety Controls At a glance ▷ When the windshield in front of the interior rearview mirror is fogged over, dirty or cov‐ Button in the vehicle ered with stickers, etc. ▷ During calibration of the camera immedi‐ ately after vehicle shipment. Active Blind Spot Detection The concept Active Blind Spot Detection...
Page 118: Brake Force Display
Controls Safety Display ▷ NBG009014A. Compliance statement: This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following 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 119 Safety Controls Attentiveness assistant After a break, another recommendation to take a break cannot be displayed until after approxi‐ The concept mately 45 minutes. The system can detect increasing lack of alert‐ System limits ness or fatigue of the driver during long, mo‐ notonous journeys, for example, on highways.
Page 120 Controls Safety Note After coming to a halt, the brake is released automatically. Secure the vehicle against roll‐ Personal responsibility ing. The system cannot possibly serve as a substitute for the driver's personal judgment of the traffic situation. The system may not al‐ ways detect critical situations reliably and in a timely manner.
Page 121: Driving Stability Control Systems
Driving stability control systems Controls Driving stability control systems Vehicle equipment Adaptive brake assistant All standard, country-specific and optional In combination with the Active Cruise Control, equipment that is offered in the model series is this system ensures that the brakes respond described in this chapter.
Page 122 Controls Driving stability control systems Adjust your driving style to the situation The indicator lamp lights up: DSC is deactivated. An appropriate driving style is always the responsibility of the driver. The laws of physics cannot be repealed, even DTC Dynamic Traction with DSC.
Page 123: Hdc Hill Descent Control
Driving stability control systems Controls Indicator/warning lamps When DTC is activated, TRACTION is dis‐ played in the tachometer. The indicator lamp lights up: DTC Dy‐ namic Traction Control is activated. xDrive ▷ Press up the rocker switch to the point of xDrive is the all-wheel-drive system of your ve‐...
Page 124: Dynamic Drive
Controls Driving stability control systems Display in the instrument cluster SPORT Sporty tuning for greater driving agility. The selected speed is displayed in the speedometer. COMFORT ▷ Green: the system is actively Comfort-oriented tuning for optimal comfort. braking the vehicle. ▷...
Page 125: Using Snow Chains
Driving stability control systems Controls SPORT At speeds up to approx. 37 mph/60 km/h, e.g., in curves, the steering angle is increased, i.e., Consistently sporty tuning of the Integral Ac‐ steering becomes more direct. tive Steering for greater driving agility. The rear axle steering acts to increase maneu‐...
Page 126 Controls Driving stability control systems Automatic program change Activating TRACTION The system may automatically switch to COM‐ Press the button. FORT in the following situations: TRACTION is displayed in the tach‐ ▷ Failure of Integral Active Steering. ometer. ▷ Failure of Dynamic Damping Control. The DSC indicator lamp in the instrument clus‐...
Page 127 Driving stability control systems Controls The DSC OFF indicator lamp lights up: In certain situations, the system automatically Dynamic Traction Control is activated. changes to the NORMAL program, automatic program change, refer to page 122. SPORT COMFORT+ Consistently sporty tuning of the suspension Comfort-oriented tuning of the shock absorb‐...
Page 128 Controls Driving stability control systems Displays in the instrument cluster Selected program The selected program is dis‐ played in the tachometer. Program selection Pressing the button displays a list of the selectable programs. Display on the Control Display Program changes can be displayed briefly on the Control Display.
Page 129: Driving Comfort
Increase distance, refer to Even if some time passes before the vehicle page drives away again, the BMW can still be accel‐ Adjust distance, refer to erated automatically and simply. page As soon as the road is clear, it accelerates to the desired speed.
Page 130 Controls Driving comfort Camera Press the Function button Rocker switch: Change/maintain speed, refer to page Congestion Assistant ON/OFF, Pause, refer to page The arrangement of the buttons varies accord‐ The camera is located near the base of the ing to the how the vehicle is equipped or coun‐ mirror.
Page 131 Driving comfort Controls The displays go out. The stored desired speed When the system is switched on, the current and distance are deleted. speed is maintained and stored as the desired speed. Interrupting It is displayed in the speedometer and briefly displayed in the instrument cluster, Displays in Press the button on the steering the instrument cluster, refer to page 129.
Page 132 Controls Driving comfort Calling up the desired speed and If active, the displayed speed is stored and the distance vehicle reaches the stored speed if the road is clear. While driving ▷ Each time the rocker switch is pressed to the point of resistance, the desired speed Press the button with the system increases or decreases by approx.
Page 133 Driving comfort Controls Press on the accelerator briefly, or press Distance display the RES button or the rocker switch when Distance 4 the vehicle ahead of you drives away. This value is set after the system is Displays in the instrument cluster switched on.
Page 134 Controls Driving comfort Adjusting the Head-up Display, refer to ▷ Oncoming traffic. page 149. Swerving vehicles System limits Speed range Best results are achieved when using the sys‐ tem on well-developed roads and highways. The desired speed can be selected between 20 mph/30 km/h to 110 mph/180 km/h.
Page 135 Driving comfort Controls Therefore, drive into a curve at an appropriate ▷ This device may not cause harmful inter‐ speed. ference, and In tight curves, situations may result due to the ▷ this device must accept any interference restricted detection range of the system in received, including interference that may which a vehicle driving ahead of you may not cause undesired operation.
Page 136 Controls Driving comfort General information At a glance The congestion assistant determines speed Buttons on the steering wheel and distance from the vehicle in front via a ra‐ dar sensor and the position of the lane marking Press the Function via a camera.
Page 137 Driving comfort Controls Camera erwise, there is the danger of an accident oc‐ curring.◀ Press the button. The indicator goes out. Stored desired speed and distance are still kept by the ACC. The system no longer steers independently. Interrupting When active, press the button. The camera is located near the base of the mirror.
Page 138: Cruise Control
Controls Driving comfort Adjust distance Symbol Description Press the button repeatedly until the Rolling bars: at least one functional desired distance is set. requirement is no longer satisfied. The system soon deactivates the Distance to vehicle ahead of you automatic steering. ACC on standby.
Page 139 Driving comfort Controls Switching off ▷ In heavy traffic. ▷ On slippery roads, in fog, snow or rain, or Deactivated or interrupted system on a loose road surface. If the system is deactivated or inter‐ Otherwise, you could lose control of the vehi‐ rupted, actively intervene by braking and, if cle and cause an accident.◀...
Page 140: Indicator Lamp
Controls Driving comfort When the system is switched on, the current ▷ Pressing the rocker switch to the resist‐ speed is maintained and stored as the desired ance point and holding it there accelerates speed. or decelerates the vehicle without requiring pressure on the accelerator.
Page 141: Pdc Park Distance Control
Driving comfort Controls PDC Park Distance Control At a glance Button in the vehicle The concept PDC supports you when parking. Objects that you are approaching slowly in front of or be‐ hind your vehicle are indicated by: ▷ Signal tones. ▷...
Page 142 Controls Driving comfort Display The range of the sensors is represented in the colors red, green and yellow. Signal tones If the rearview camera image was selected last, When approaching an object, an intermittent it again appears on the display. To switch to tone is sounded that indicates the position of PDC: the object.
Page 143 Side View, refer to page 143. ▷ Top View, refer to page 141. The camera lens is located under the BMW Backup camera emblem of the trunk lid. The image quality may be impaired by dirt. The camera calibrates it‐...
Page 144 Controls Driving comfort Switching on/off Pathway and turning circle lines are dis‐ played. Switching on automatically ▷ Obstacle marking Select transmission position R with the engine "Obstacle marking" running. Spatially-shaped markings are displayed. The backup camera image is displayed if the system was switched on via the iDrive.
Page 145: Display Settings
Driving comfort Controls Obstacle marking Turn the steering wheel to the point where the pathway line covers the corresponding General information turning circle line. ▷ Spatially-shaped markings can be shown Display settings in the rearview camera image. Their colored steps match the markings of the Brightness PDC.
Page 146 Controls Driving comfort General information Cameras The image is captured by two cameras integrated in the exterior mirrors and by the backup 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 147: Side View
Driving comfort Controls Displaying the turning circle and The backup camera image is displayed. The pathway lines setting is stored for the remote control cur‐ rently in use. ▷ The static, red turning circle line shows the space needed to the side of the vehicle Display when the steering wheel is turned all the way.
Page 148 Controls Driving comfort Switching on/off Check the traffic situation as well Check the traffic situation around the ve‐ Switching on/off manually hicle on blind driveways and intersections with your own eyes. Otherwise, an accident could Press the button. result from road users or objects located out‐ side the picture area of the Side View cam‐...
Page 149: Parking Assistant
Driving comfort Controls System limits Therefore, always be alert and ready to inter‐ vene; otherwise, there is the danger of an acci‐ The cameras capture a maximum range of dent occurring.◀ 330 ft/100 m. Transporting loads Loads that extend beyond the perimeter Parking assistant of the vehicle are not taken into account by the system during the parking procedure.
Page 150 Controls Driving comfort At a glance Switching on with reverse gear Shift into reverse. Button in the vehicle The current status of the parking space search is indicated on the Control Display. Activate: "Parking Assistant" Select the symbol in the Control Display. Switching off The system can be deactivated as follows: ▷...
Page 151 Driving comfort Controls The parking procedure is active. ▷ The parking procedure is ac‐ tive. Steering control has Steering control has been been seized. seized. ▷ Parking space search is always active Status of the parking space search whenever the vehicle is moving forwards slow and straight, even if the system is de‐...
Page 152 Controls Driving comfort Interrupting automatically ▷ On bumpy road surfaces such as gravel roads. The system is interrupted automatically in the following situations: ▷ On slippery ground. ▷ If the driver grasps the steering wheel or if ▷ On steep uphill or downhill grades. he takes over steering.
Page 153 Driving comfort Controls Head-up Display Display Overview The concept ▷ Speed. ▷ Navigation system. ▷ Check Control messages. ▷ Collision warning. ▷ Speed limit detection. ▷ Cruise control. ▷ Distance information. ▷ Congestion Assistant. This system projects important information ▷ Pedestrian warning.
Page 154 Controls Driving comfort Adjusting the height Hints "Settings" Personal responsibility "Head-Up Display" The display does not relieve the driver of the responsibility to adapt his or her distance "Height" and driving style to the traffic conditions. Main‐ Turn the controller. tain the prescribed safety distance.◀...
Page 155 Driving comfort Controls ▷ Display in the Head-up Display selected. ▷ Distance too short for longer than about 2 seconds. ▷ Speed greater than approx. 40 mph/70 km/h. Malfunction The system cannot be activated if the radar sensor is not aligned correctly. This may be caused by damage incurred during parking, for example.
Page 156: Climate Control
Controls Climate control Climate control Vehicle equipment ment is also described that is not available in a vehicle, e. g., because of the selected optional All standard, country-specific and optional equipment or country variant. This also applies equipment that is offered in the model series is for safety-related functions and systems.
Page 157 Climate control Controls Climate control functions in detail The cooling function, refer to page 154, is switched on automatically with the AUTO pro‐ Manual air distribution gram. At the same time, a condensation sensor con‐ Press the button repeatedly to select trols the program so as to prevent window a program: condensation as much as possible.
Page 158 Controls Climate control Maximum cooling Cooling function The passenger compartment can only be Press the button. cooled with the engine running. The system is set to the lowest tem‐ perature, maximum air flow and air circulation Press the button. mode. The air is cooled and dehumidified and –...
Page 159 Climate control Controls Switching on This combined filter should be replaced during scheduled maintenance, refer to page 208, of Switch off the ignition. your vehicle. Press the right side of the button on the driver's side. Rear automatic climate The symbol appears on the automatic cli‐ control mate Control Display.
Page 160 Controls Climate control Air volume, manual Depending on the selected temperature, the AUTO intensity, and outside influences, the air To be able to manually adjust the air volume, is directed to the upper body and into the foot‐ switch off the AUTO program first. well.
Page 161 Climate control Controls Ventilation Ventilation in rear, center Front ventilation ▷ Thumbwheels to vary the temperature, ar‐ row 1. ▷ Thumbwheels to vary the temperature, ar‐ Toward blue: colder. row 1. Toward red: warmer. Toward blue: colder. ▷ Lever for changing the air flow direction, Toward red: warmer.
Page 162 Controls Climate control Note "Climate" "Activate ind. heating" or Parked-car heating in enclosed areas "Activate comf. ventilation" Do not operate the parked-car heating in enclosed areas, as breathing of the harmful ex‐ haust fumes may lead to loss of consciousness and death.
Page 163: Remote Control
Climate control Controls Remote control Frequencies The remote control may not function properly At a glance if it experiences local interference from other systems or devices that use the same fre‐ quency. Replacing the batteries Replace the battery if a Check Control mes‐ sage is displayed or if the LED either no longer lights up or flashes when the remote control is activated.
Page 164: Interior Equipment
Controls Interior equipment Interior equipment Vehicle equipment Compatibility If this symbol is printed on the packag‐ All standard, country-specific and optional ing or in the instructions of the system equipment that is offered in the model series is to be controlled, the system is gener‐ described in this chapter.
Page 165 Interior equipment Controls erases all programming of the buttons on view mirror longer. If the LED on the interior the interior rearview mirror. rearview mirror starts flashing rapidly and then stays lit constantly for 2 seconds, the system Hold the hand-held transmitter for the sys‐ features an alternating-code system.
Page 166 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 167 Interior equipment Controls Rear: open Center console Press on the cover. Press the button. Remove the cover or cigarette lighter. Emptying In the front passenger footwell Take out the insert. Connecting electrical devices Hints Do not plug chargers into the socket Do not connect battery chargers to the factory-installed sockets in the vehicle as this Socket is located below the glove compart‐...
Page 168 Controls Interior equipment Through-loading system Opening Unlock the belt lock of the center safety The concept belt in the rear using the latch plate of an‐ other safety belt. The cargo area can be enlarged by folding down the rear seat backrest. Insert the latch plate at the end of the belt into the specially designated fixture on the The rear seat backrest is divided into two parts...
Page 169: Ski Bag
Interior equipment Controls Ensure that the lock is securely en‐ Insert the tongue plate into the belt buckle. gaged Make sure that the lock engages properly when folding back, otherwise transported cargo could enter the passenger compart‐ ment during braking or evasive maneuvers and endanger the vehicle occupants.◀...
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Page 171: Storage Compartments
Storage compartments Controls Storage compartments Vehicle equipment Glove compartment All standard, country-specific and optional Note equipment that is offered in the model series is Close the glove compartment again im‐ described in this chapter. Therefore, equip‐ mediately ment is also described that is not available in a vehicle, e.
Page 172 Controls Storage compartments Front center armrest Without Professional navigation system or TV: at a glance Opening A storage compartment is located in the center armrest between the front seats. The USB interface is located in the center arm‐ rest. Without Professional navigation Press the buttons next to the lock.
Page 173: Clothes Hooks
Storage compartments Controls Clothes hooks Connection for an external audio device Two folding clothes hooks are provided in the rear of the vehicle. To unfold them, press on Description, see user's manual the top edge of the clothes hooks. for Navigation, Entertainment Do not obstruct view and Communication.
Page 174 Controls Storage compartments In the rear Storage compartment under the cargo floor cover In the center armrest. Raise the cargo floor cover using the strap. The cupholder can be adjusted for three differ‐ ent container sizes. Left storage compartment To open: press the button. To reduce in size: fold closed to the desired position.
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Page 177: Driving Tips
Driving tips This chapter provides you with information useful in dealing with specific driving and operating modes. Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 926 023 - XI/13 Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 909 877 - VI/13...
Page 178: Things To Remember When Driving
Driving tips Things to remember when driving Things to remember when driving Vehicle equipment Brake system Brakes require an initial break-in period of ap‐ All standard, country-specific and optional prox. 300 miles/500 km to achieve optimized equipment that is offered in the model series is contact and wear patterns between brake described in this chapter.
Page 179: Driving Through Water
Things to remember when driving Driving tips Hydroplaning sition mode, or when parked. Such contact could lead to a fire, and with it the risk of seri‐ On wet or slushy roads, a wedge of water can ous personal injury as well as property dam‐ form between the tires and road surface.
Page 180: Driving In Wet Conditions
Driving tips Things to remember when driving Objects in the area around the pedals Do not drive in neutral Do not drive in neutral or with the engine No objects in the area around the pedals stopped, as doing so disables engine braking. Keep floor mats, carpets, and any other In addition, steering and brake assist is un‐...
Page 181: Loading
Loading Driving tips Loading Vehicle equipment vehicle and unstable driving situations may result. All standard, country-specific and optional Determine the combined weight of the equipment that is offered in the model series is driver and passengers that will be riding in described in this chapter.
Page 182: Stowing Cargo
Driving tips Loading Stowing cargo Securing cargo Always position and secure the cargo as ▷ Cover sharp edges and corners on the described above; otherwise, it can endanger cargo. the car's occupants if sudden braking or ▷ Heavy cargo: stow as far forward as possi‐ swerving becomes necessary.
Page 183: Saving Fuel
Saving fuel Driving tips Saving fuel Vehicle equipment Tires All standard, country-specific and optional General information equipment that is offered in the model series is Tires can affect fuel consumption values in described in this chapter. Therefore, equip‐ various ways, for instance fuel consumption ment is also described that is not available in a can be influenced by the size of the tires.
Page 184 Have the maintenance carried out by your Switch off the engine during service center. longer stops Please also note the BMW Maintenance Sys‐ Switch off the engine during longer stops, e.g., tem, refer to page 208. at traffic lights, railroad crossings or in traffic congestion.
Page 185: Driving Style
Saving fuel Driving tips Via the iDrive Some of the displays may differ from the dis‐ play in the instrument cluster. "Settings" "ECO PRO mode" ECO PRO bonus range An extension of the range can "Settings" be achieved by an adjusted driv‐ ing style.
Page 186 Driving tips Saving fuel ECO PRO Tip - driving instruction Indications on the Control Display The arrow indicates that the EfficientDynamics driving style can be adjusted to Information on fuel consumption and technol‐ be more fuel efficient by backing ogy can be displayed during driving. off the accelerator for instance.
Page 187 Saving fuel Driving tips Coasting ▷ Accelerator pedal and brake pedal are not operated. The concept ▷ The selector lever is in transmission posi‐ The system helps to conserve fuel. tion D. To do this, under certain conditions the engine ▷...
Page 188 Driving tips Saving fuel use the braking effect of the engine when trav‐ eling downhill. The setting is stored for the profile currently in use. Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 926 023 - XI/13 Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 909 877 - VI/13...
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Page 191 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. Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 926 023 - XI/13 Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 909 877 - VI/13...
Page 192: Fuel Cap
Mobility Refueling Refueling Vehicle equipment Turn the fuel cap counterclockwise. All standard, country-specific and optional equipment that is offered in the model series is described in this chapter. Therefore, equip‐ ment is also described that is not available in a vehicle, e.
Page 193 Refueling Mobility Remove the cover. 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. Do not overfill the fuel tank Do not overfill the fuel tank;...
Page 194: Fuel Recommendation
Mobility Fuel Fuel Vehicle equipment Gasoline quality BMW recommends AKI 91. All standard, country-specific and optional equipment that is offered in the model series is Minimum fuel grade described in this chapter. Therefore, equip‐ BMW recommends AKI 89. ment is also described that is not available in a vehicle, e.
Page 195: Tire Inflation Pressure
Wheels and tires Mobility Wheels and tires Vehicle equipment Pressure specifications The tire inflation pressure table, refer to All standard, country-specific and optional page 192, contains all pressure specifications equipment that is offered in the model series is for the specified tire sizes at the ambient tem‐ described in this chapter.
Page 196 Mobility Wheels and tires Tire inflation pressure values up to 640i xDrive Gran Coupe 100 mph/160 km/h Tire size Pressure specifica‐ 640i Gran Coupe tions in bar/PSI Specifications in Tire size Pressure specifica‐ bar/PSI with cold tions in bar/PSI tires Specifications in bar/PSI with cold 245/45 R 18 100 V...
Page 197 Wheels and tires Mobility 650i Gran Coupe 650i xDrive Gran Coupe Tire size Pressure specifica‐ Tire size Pressure specifica‐ tions in bar/PSI tions in bar/PSI Specifications in Specifications in bar/PSI with cold bar/PSI with cold tires tires 245/45 R 18 100 V 2.5 / 36 2.5 / 36 245/45 R 18 100 V...
Page 198 Mobility Wheels and tires Tire inflation pressure values over Tire size Pressure specifications 100 mph/160 km/h in bar/PSI Specifications in 640i Gran Coupe bar/PSI with cold Without high-speed tuning feature tires Tire size Pressure specifica‐ tions in bar/PSI 245/45 R 18 100 V 2.6 / 38 3.1 / 45 Specifications in...
Page 199 Wheels and tires Mobility Tire size Pressure specifica‐ Tire size Pressure specifica‐ tions in bar/PSI tions in bar/PSI Specifications in Specifications in bar/PSI with cold bar/PSI with cold tires tires 245/45 R 18 100 V 2.3 / 33 2.8 / 41 245/45 R 18 100 V 2.6 / 38 3.1 / 45...
Page 200 Mobility Wheels and tires Tire size Pressure specifica‐ Tire size Pressure specifica‐ tions in bar/PSI tions in bar/PSI Specifications in Front: 245/45 R 18 2.8 / 41 bar/PSI with cold 96 Y RSC 2.8 / 41 tires Rear: 275/40 R 18 99 Y 245/45 R 18 100 V 2.5 / 36 2.8 / 41...
Page 201: Tire Identification Marks
Wheels and tires Mobility Tire size Pressure specifica‐ Tire size Pressure specifica‐ tions in bar/PSI tions in bar/PSI Front: 245/40 R 19 2.5 / 36 Front: 245/40 R 19 2.8 / 41 94 Y RSC 94 Y RSC 2.5 / 36 2.8 / 41 Rear: Rear:...
Page 202: Tire Age
Mobility Wheels and tires Tire age test surfaces of asphalt and concrete. A tire marked C may have poor traction performance. DOT … 1013: the tire was manufactured in the 10th week 2013. The traction grade assigned to this tire is based on straight-ahead braking traction tests, Recommendation and does not include acceleration, cornering,...
Page 203: 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 204: Wheel And Tire Combination
Mobility Wheels and tires Wheel and tire combination New tires Information on the correct wheel-tire combina‐ Due to technical factors associated with their tion and rim versions for your vehicle can be manufacture, tires do not achieve their full obtained from your service center. traction potential until after an initial breaking- in period.
Page 205: Snow Chains
Wheels and tires Mobility Changing run-flat tires case of a flat tire. Your service center will be glad to advise you. For your own safety, only use run-flat tires. No spare tire is available in the case of a flat tire. Rotating wheels between axles Your service center will be glad to advise you.
Page 206 Mobility Wheels and tires Snow chain detection Activating/deactivating rear axle steering The concept If the status indicating that snow chains are in When using snow chains, settings should be use is activated, the rear axle steering is deac‐ made via the iDrive for the snow chains being tivated automatically.
Page 207 Engine compartment Mobility Engine compartment Vehicle equipment ment is also described that is not available in a vehicle, e. g., because of the selected optional All standard, country-specific and optional equipment or country variant. This also applies equipment that is offered in the model series is for safety-related functions and systems.
Page 208: Closing The Hood
Mobility Engine compartment Closing the hood Never reach into the engine compart‐ ment Never reach into the intermediate spaces or gaps in the engine compartment. Otherwise, there is risk of injury, e.g., from rotating or hot parts.◀ Pull the lever. Let the hood drop from a height of approx.
Page 209: Checking The Oil Level
Engine oil Mobility Engine oil Vehicle equipment "Engine oil level" All standard, country-specific and optional Oil level display messages equipment that is offered in the model series is Different messages appear on the display de‐ described in this chapter. Therefore, equip‐ pending on the oil level.
Page 210: Adding Engine Oil
Duration: approx. 1 minute. Approved oil types Gasoline engine Adding engine oil BMW High Performance SAE 5W-30. Filler neck BMW Longlife-01. BMW Longlife-01 FE. Additional information about the approved types of oils can be requested from the service center.
Page 211: Coolant Level
Coolant Mobility Coolant Vehicle equipment cess pressure to dissipate, and then open All standard, country-specific and optional equipment that is offered in the model series is described in this chapter. Therefore, equip‐ ment is also described that is not available in a vehicle, e.
Page 212: Bmw Maintenance System
This also applies changing the engine oil and the microfilter/ for safety-related functions and systems. activated-charcoal filter. BMW Maintenance System Service booklet The maintenance system directs you to re‐ Perform maintenance work at the service cen‐...
Page 213 Maintenance Mobility Socket for OBD Onboard Diagnosis Position There is an OBD socket on the driver's side for checking the primary components in the vehi‐ cle emissions. Emissions ▷ The warning lamp lights up: Emissions are deteriorating. Have the vehicle checked as soon as possible.
Page 214: Wiper Blade Replacement
Mobility Replacing components Replacing components Vehicle equipment Replacing the wiper blades To change the wiper blades, fold up, refer All standard, country-specific and optional to page 67, the wiper arms. equipment that is offered in the model series is Fold up the wipers. described in this chapter.
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Page 216: License Plate Lamps
Mobility Replacing components Turning lamp on the Xenon headlamp With LED headlamps, all front lamps and side indicators are designed with LED technology. Follow the general instructions on lamps and bulbs, refer to page 210. If an LED fails, switch on the front fog lamps and continue the trip with great care.
Page 217: Changing Wheels
Replacing components Mobility Lamps in the trunk lid 16-watt bulb, W16W Unscrew the bulb holder counterclockwise. Access to the lamps Pull out the bulb and replace it. If necessary, remove the fasteners using the Mount the bulb holder and the cover of the screwdriver from the onboard vehicle tool kit trunk lid in reverse order.
Page 218: Vehicle Battery
Mobility Replacing components Vehicle battery Starting aid terminals In the vehicle, only charge the battery via the Maintenance starting aid terminals, refer to page 218, in the engine compartment with the engine off. The battery is maintenance-free, i.e., the elec‐ trolyte will last for the life of the battery.
Page 219 Replacing components Mobility In the glove compartment Push the handle to the side, arrow 1, and open the lid, arrow 2. In the cargo area Remove the cover. Information on the fuse types and locations is found on a separate sheet. Online Edition for Part no.
Page 220: Hazard Warning Flashers
The radio ready state is switched on. When the emergency request is received ▷ The Assist system is functional. at the BMW Response Center, the BMW Response Center contacts you and takes ▷ The SIM card integrated in the vehicle has further steps to help you.
Page 221 BMW Response Center. ▷ If the LED is flashing, but the BMW Re‐ sponse Center can no longer be heard via the speaker, you can nevertheless still be heard for the BMW Response Center.
Page 222 Switch off any electronic systems/power Connecting the cables consumers in both vehicles. Pull off the cap of the BMW starting aid ter‐ Bodywork contact between vehicles minal. Make sure that there is no contact be‐ Attach one terminal clamp of the positive tween the bodywork of the two vehicles;...
Page 223: Tow Bar
Breakdown assistance Mobility Towing other vehicles other attempt in order to allow the dis‐ charged battery to recharge. General information Let both engines run for several minutes. Light towing vehicle Disconnect the jumper cables in the re‐ verse order. The towing vehicle must not be lighter than the vehicle being towed;...
Page 224 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 contained in the onboard vehicle tool kit under the cargo floor cover.
Page 225 Care Mobility Care Vehicle equipment Intense soiling and road salt can damage the vehicle. All standard, country-specific and optional equipment that is offered in the model series is Automatic car washes described in this chapter. Therefore, equip‐ ment is also described that is not available in a Hints vehicle, e.
Page 226: Vehicle Care
Do not turn off the ignition in the car wash; otherwise, the transmission position P is BMW recommends using cleaning and care engaged and damages can result.◀ products from BMW, since these have been tested and approved. To start the engine: Car care and cleaning products Depress the brake pedal.
Page 227 Care Mobility Use leather care products; otherwise, dirt and When cleaning rubber seals, do not use any grease will gradually break down the protective silicon-containing car care products in order to layer of the leather surface. avoid damage or reduced noise damping. Suitable care products are available from the Fine wood parts service center.
Page 228 Mobility Care Carpets and floor mats Long-term vehicle storage Your service center can advise you on what to No objects in the area around the pedals consider when storing the vehicle for longer Keep floor mats, carpets, and any other than three months.
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Page 231: Reference
Reference This chapter contains the technical data and an index that will quickly take you to the information you need. Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 926 023 - XI/13 Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 909 877 - VI/13...
Page 232 Reference Technical data Technical data Vehicle equipment ment is also described that is not available in a vehicle, e. g., because of the selected optional All standard, country-specific and optional equipment or country variant. This also applies equipment that is offered in the model series is for safety-related functions and systems.
Page 233 Technical data Reference Length, wheel base Wheelbase: 116.9 inches/2,968 mm Length: 197.2 inches/5,009 mm Smallest turning circle Dia.: 39.2 ft/11.95 m Weights 640i Gran Coupe Approved gross vehicle weight lbs/kg 5,270/2,390 Load lbs/kg 905/411 Approved front axle load lbs/kg 2,490/1,129 Approved rear axle load lbs/kg 2,855/1,295...
Page 234 Reference Technical data 640i xDrive Gran Coupe Approved gross vehicle weight lbs/kg 5,375/2,438 Load lbs/kg 905/411 Approved front axle load lbs/kg 2,655/1,204 Approved rear axle load lbs/kg 2,880/1,306 Cargo area capacity cu ft/l 16.2-44.6/460-1,265 650i Gran Coupe Approved gross vehicle weight lbs/kg 5,455/2,474 Load...
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Page 236 Reference Everything from A to Z Everything from A to Z Index Alarm system Automatic deactivation, front Alarm, unintentional passenger airbags ABS, Antilock Brake Sys‐ All around the center con‐ Automatic headlamp con‐ sole trol ACC, Active Cruise Control All around the interior rear‐ Automatic Hold with Stop &...
Page 237 Children, seating position pholder justment Children, transporting Blinds, sun protection Camera, backup camera safely BMW Assist, see user's Camera, care Child restraint fixing sys‐ manual for Navigation, En‐ Camera, Side View tertainment and Communi‐ Camera, Top View Child restraint fixing system cation Can holder, refer to Cu‐...
Page 238 Reference Everything from A to Z Computer Departure time, parked-car DTC driving dynamics Condensation on win‐ ventilation DTC Dynamic Traction Con‐ dows Destination distance trol Condensation under the vehi‐ Digital clock Dynamic Damping Con‐ Dimensions trol Condition Based Service Dimmable exterior mirrors Dynamic Drive Dimmable interior rearview Dynamic Stability Control...
Page 239 Everything from A to Z Reference Engine, automatic switch- Fuel consumption, refer to Average fuel consump‐ Engine compartment Failure message, refer to tion Engine compartment, work‐ Check Control Fuel filler flap ing in False alarm, refer to Uninten‐ Fuel gauge Engine coolant tional alarm Fuel quality...
Page 240 Reference Everything from A to Z Headlamp glass Ignition on Headlamps Indication of a flat tire 96, Headlamps, care Indicator and warning Jacking points for the vehicle Headlamp washer system lamps jack Head restraints Individual air distribution Joystick, automatic transmis‐ Head restraints, front Individual settings, refer to sion...
Page 241 Everything from A to Z Reference Light-emitting diodes, Manual operation, backup Moisture in headlamp LEDs camera Monitor, refer to Control Dis‐ Lighting Manual operation, door play Lighting, speaker lock Mounting of child restraint fix‐ Lighting via remote con‐ Manual operation, exterior ing systems trol mirrors...
Page 242 Reference Everything from A to Z Oil types, alternative Pedestrian warning with city Rear axle steering Oil types, approved braking function Rear center armrest Old batteries, disposal People detection, refer to Rear lamps Onboard monitor, refer to Night Vision Rearview mirror Control Display Permissible axle load Rear window defroster...
Page 243 Everything from A to Z Reference RSC Run Flat System Com‐ Service requirements, dis‐ Sport automatic transmis‐ ponent, refer to Run-flat play sion tires Service, Roadside Assis‐ SPORT program, driving dy‐ Rubber components, tance namics care Services, ConnectedDrive Sport program, transmis‐ Run-flat tires Settings, locking/unlock‐...
Page 244 Reference Everything from A to Z Tailgate via remote con‐ Tone, see user's manual for Unlocking/locking with re‐ trol Navigation, Entertainment mote control Tail lamps and Communication Unlocking, settings Tail lamps, bulb replace‐ Tools Updates made after the edito‐ ment Top View rial deadline Technical changes, refer to...
Page 245 Everything from A to Z Reference Water on roads Weights Welcome lamps Wheel base, vehicle Wheel cleaner Wheels, changing Wheels, everything on wheels and tires Wheels, Flat Tire Monitor Wheels, Tire Pressure Moni‐ tor TPM Width, vehicle Window defroster, rear Windows, powered Windshield, climate con‐...
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