Page 1 Contents Owner's Manual for Vehicle The Ultimate Driving Machine THE BMW 7 SERIES. OWNER'S MANUAL. Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 909 749 - VI/13...
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: 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 240. Fuel Wheels and tires Engine compartment Notes Engine oil Coolant At a glance Maintenance Cockpit Replacing components iDrive Breakdown assistance...
Page 6: 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 7: For Your Own Safety
BMW. BMW cannot water. test every product made by other manufactur‐ ers to verify if it can be used on a BMW safely Service and warranty and without risk to either the vehicle, its opera‐ We recommend that you read this publication tion, or its occupants.
Page 8 — 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 9: 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 11: At A Glance
At a glance These overviews of buttons, switches and displays are intended to familiarize you with your vehicle. You will also become quickly acquainted with the available control concepts and options. Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 909 749 - VI/13...
Page 12: 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 13 Cockpit At a glance Lamps Increasing distance 133 Front fog lamps 98 Congestion Assistant ON/OFF, Pause 139 Parking lamps 95 Congestion Assistant: setting cruise control distance 133 beams 95 Cruise control rocker switch 144 135 Automatic headlamp con‐ 10 Instrument cluster 79 trol 96 11 Steering wheel buttons, right Daytime running lights 96 Entertainment source Adaptive Light...
Page 14 At a glance Cockpit Adjust steering wheel 60 18 Unlocking the hood Open the trunk lid 37 All around the center console Headliner 15 Parking brake 70 Control Display 16 Glove compartment, top/bottom 176 Auto Hold 72 vent 163 Hazard warning system 225 PDC Park Distance Control 145 View 151 Central locking system 36 Rearview camera 147...
Page 15 Cockpit At a glance Dynamic Driving Control 130 12 Transmission selector lever DSC Dynamic Stability Con‐ trol 130 All around the headliner Intelligent Emergency Re‐ Reading lamps 99 quest 225 Glass sunroof, powered 46 Interior lamps 99 Indicator lamp, front passenger airbag 102 Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 909 749 - VI/13...
Page 16: 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 17 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 18: 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 19 iDrive At a glance Example: setting the clock ▷ "Browser": enter Internet addresses. ▷ "Audio feedback": the entered letters Setting the clock and numbers are announced. Entering letters and numbers Press the button. The main menu is displayed. The entry of the letters requires some practice at the beginning.
Page 20 At a glance iDrive Turn the controller to set the hours and Symbol Meaning press the controller. Text message was received. Turn the controller to set the minutes and press the controller. Check the SIM card. SIM card is blocked. Status information SIM card is missing.
Page 21 iDrive At a glance "Split screen" The function will run immediately. This means, for example, that the number is dialed when a Selecting the display phone number is selected. Press the button. Displaying the button assignment "Split screen" Use a finger to touch the buttons. Do not wear Move the controller until the split screen is gloves or use objects.
Page 22 At a glance iDrive Symbol Function Press the controller: delete the let‐ ter or number. Press the controller for an extended period: delete all letters or numbers. Switching between cases, letters and numbers Depending on the menu, you can switch be‐ tween entering upper and lower case, letters and numbers: Symbol...
Page 23: Voice Activation System
Voice activation system At a glance 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 24: Adjusting The Volume
At a glance Voice activation system 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 25 Voice activation system At a glance 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 26: Integrated Owner's Manual In The Vehicle
At a glance Integrated Owner's Manual in the vehicle Integrated Owner's Manual in the vehicle Vehicle 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 27 Integrated Owner's Manual in the vehicle At a glance Context help - Owner's Manual to the Programmable memory buttons temporarily selected function General information 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‐...
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Page 29: Controls
Controls This chapter is intended to provide you with information that will give you complete control of your vehicle. All features and accessories that are useful for driving and your safety, comfort and convenience are described here. Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 909 749 - VI/13...
Page 30: Opening And Closing
Controls Opening and closing Opening and closing Vehicle equipment Information on the required maintenance is stored in the remote control as well. Service All standard, country-specific and optional data in the remote control, refer to page equipment that is offered in the model series is described in this chapter.
Page 31 Opening and closing Controls Starting the engine with emergency Remove the cover of the battery compart‐ detection of the remote control ment; see arrow 2. Insert a battery of the same type with the positive side facing upwards. Press the cover closed. Take the used battery to a recycling center or to your service center.
Page 32: Profile Management
"Settings" rently in use. "Profiles" "Settings" "Export profile" "Profiles" BMW Online: "BMW Online" Select a profile. USB interface, refer to page 172: "USB Called up profile is assigned to the remote device" control being used at the time. Using the guest profile Renaming profiles The guest profile can be used to make individ‐...
Page 33: Central Locking System
Opening and closing Controls Central locking system ▷ Exterior mirror position. ▷ CD/Multimedia: audio source listened to The concept last. The central locking system becomes active ▷ Unlocking/locking of the vehicle: settings. when the driver's door is closed. ▷ Driving Dynamics Control: sport program. The system simultaneously engages and re‐...
Page 34: Courtesy Lamps
Controls Opening and closing Locking If the vehicle has been locked from inside, the fuel filler flap remains unlocked. Press the button on the remote control. If an accident of a certain severity occurs, the central locking system unlocks automatically. Locking from the outside The hazard warning system and interior lamps Do not lock the vehicle from the outside...
Page 35 Opening and closing Controls Using the door lock Do not place the remote control in the cargo area General information Take the remote control with you and do not leave it in the cargo area; otherwise, the re‐ mote control is locked inside the vehicle when the trunk lid is closed.◀...
Page 36 Controls Opening and closing Doors ▷ Lock the driver's door using the integrated key in the door lock, or Automatic Soft Closing ▷ Press down the lock button of the front passenger door and close the door To close the doors, push lightly. from the outside.
Page 37 Opening and closing Controls Manual release Do not place the remote control in the cargo area All of the vehicle's keys fit the trunk lid lock, lo‐ cated in the license plate recess. Take the remote control with you and do not leave it in the cargo area;...
Page 38 Controls Opening and closing ▷ Press the button on the exterior of the ▷ Press the button, arrow 1, on the inside of trunk lid. the trunk lid. The trunk lid closes automatically. ▷ Press the button on the remote Pressing the button again stops the mo‐...
Page 39: Manual Operation
Opening and closing Controls Emergency unlocking Do not place the remote control in the cargo area Take the remote control with you and do not leave it in the cargo area; otherwise, the re‐ mote control is locked inside the vehicle when the trunk lid is closed.◀...
Page 40 Controls Opening and closing Convenient closing ▷ The engine can only be started if the re‐ mote control is inside the vehicle. Press the area on the door handle, arrow 2, with the finger and hold it down. Comparison with ordinary remote In addition to locking, the windows and the control glass sunroof are closed.
Page 41 Opening and closing Controls Move foot in the direction of travel under‐ Keep the closing path clear neath the bumper and immediately back. Make sure that the closing path of the trunk lid is clear; otherwise, injuries may re‐ sult.◀ Do not place the remote control in the cargo area Take the remote control with you and do not...
Page 42 Controls Opening and closing Depending on how the vehicle is equipped or ▷ When a seat position switch is pressed. the country-specific variant, you can set ▷ When a button of the seat, mirror, and whether the doors are also unlocked with the steering wheel memory is pressed briefly.
Page 43: Interior Motion Sensor
Opening and closing Controls Indicator lamp on the interior rearview tion, if necessary, by emergency detection of mirror the remote control. Trunk lid and armed alarm system The trunk lid can be opened even when the alarm system is armed. Press the button on the remote con‐...
Page 44: Power Windows
Controls Opening and closing Avoiding unintentional alarms Opening The tilt alarm sensor and interior motion sen‐ ▷ Press the switch to the resistance sor can be switched off together, such as in point. the following situations: The window opens while the switch is held. ▷...
Page 45 Opening and closing Controls wise, the closing action may not stop in certain The LED lights up if the safety function is situations, e.g., if thin objects are present.◀ switched on. No window accessories Safety switch for rear operation Do not install any accessories in the Press the safety switch when transport‐...
Page 46 Controls Opening and closing Raising and lowering the roller blinds Keep the closing path clear together Monitor the closing process and make sure that the closing path of the glass sunroof Press and hold the button. is clear; otherwise, injuries may result.◀ Take the remote control with you Rear door controls Take the remote control with you when...
Page 47 Opening and closing Controls Opening/closing the glass sunroof Press the switch forward again beyond the resistance point and hold until the roof When the sliding visor is open, proceed as de‐ closes without pinch protection. scribed under Sliding visor. Closing from the raised position Opening/closing the glass sunroof and without pinch protection sliding visor together...
Page 48: Adjusting
Controls Adjusting Adjusting Vehicle equipment Electrically adjustable seats All standard, country-specific and optional At a glance 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 49: Lumbar Support
Adjusting Controls Lumbar support Height. 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. ▷ Press the front/rear section of the switch.
Page 50: Active Seat
Controls Adjusting Front seat heating Press the button. The LED lights Switching on Adjust the front passenger seat on your Press the button once for each tem‐ own seat. perature level. If needed, store the memory position, refer The maximum temperature is reached when to page 57, for the front passenger seat.
Page 51 Adjusting Controls Electrically adjustable seats At a glance Switching on Press the button once for each venti‐ lation level. Forward/backward, tilt The highest level is active when three LEDs Backrest are lit. Adjust front passenger seat After a short time, the system automatically Reset to standard position moves down one level in order to prevent ex‐...
Page 52 Controls Adjusting Adjusting the front passenger seat Seat tilt. from the rear For more leg room in the rear, for example. Backrest tilt. Press the button to activate the function, arrow. Adjust the passenger seat, e.g., forward/ back. Press the button to deactivate the function, arrow.
Page 53: Active Seat Ventilation
Adjusting Controls Button in rear Switching off Press the button longer. The LEDs go out. Temperature distribution The heating action in the seat cushion and backrest can be distributed in different ways. "Climate" "Seat heating rear" Switching on Select the required seat. Turn the controller to set the temperature To switch on, press the button once distribution.
Page 54 Controls Adjusting Safety belts Buckling the belt Seats with safety belt The vehicle has five seats, each of which is equipped with a safety belt. Hints Always make sure that safety belts are being worn by all occupants before driving away. Although airbags enhance safety by providing Make sure you hear the latch plate engage in added protection, they are not a substitute for...
Page 55 Do not hang objects, e.g., clothes hangers, belt before continuing on your trip. on the head restraints. ▷ Only attach accessories approved by BMW Damage to safety belts to the seat or head restraint. In the case of strain caused by accidents or...
Page 56: Rear Head Restraints
Controls Adjusting Removing Adjusting the height: manual head restraints The head restraints cannot be removed. Rear head restraints Correctly adjusted head restraint A correctly adjusted head restraint reduces the risk of injury to cervical vertebrae in the event of an accident. Adjusting the head restraint The height of the outer head restraints can be Correctly adjust the head restraints of all...
Page 57 Adjusting Controls Adjusting the side extensions Removing Only remove the head restraint if no one will be sitting in the seat in question. Completely raise the head restraint. Completely pull out the head restraint with a firm tug. Before transporting passengers Reinstall the head restraint before trans‐...
Page 58 Controls Adjusting Calling up of a seat position Two different seat positions can be stored and deactivated retrieved. After a brief period, the calling up of stored Storing seat positions is deactivated to save battery Switch on the ignition. power. Set the desired position.
Page 59 Adjusting Controls mote control, the position is automatically re‐ ▷ In car washes. trieved if the setting for this function is active. ▷ In narrow streets. ▷ For folding back mirrors that were folded Selecting a mirror away manually. To change over to the other mirror: Mirrors that were folded in are folded out auto‐...
Page 60: Steering Wheel
Controls Adjusting Interior rearview mirror, automatic Folding up dimming feature Press the mirror up. The concept Steering wheel 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 Photocells are used for control: ▷...
Page 61 Adjusting Controls Steering wheel heating Switching on/off Press the button. ▷ On: the LED lights up. ▷ Off: the LED goes out. Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 909 749 - VI/13...
Page 62: Transporting Children Safely
Controls Transporting children safely Transporting children safely Vehicle equipment vated. Automatic deactivation of front passen‐ ger side airbags, refer to page 102. 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 63: Child Seat Security
Transporting children safely Controls Lock the rear seat backrests in position Backrest width for the child seat Before installing a child restraint system, Before installing a child restraint fixing make sure that the rear seat backrests are system in the front passenger seat, the back‐ locked;...
Page 64 Controls Transporting children safely Note Ensure that both LATCH anchors are prop‐ erly connected. Manufacturer's information for LATCH child restraint fixing systems With power rear seats: Mounting To mount and use the LATCH child restraint ISOFIX child restraint fixing systems fixing systems, observe the operating and Before mounting, adjust the seats to their safety information from the system manufac‐...
Page 65: Rear Doors
Transporting children safely Controls Locking the doors and Retaining strap guide windows Retaining strap Make sure that the upper retaining strap Rear doors is not routed over the head restraints or sharp edges and is free of twisting on its way to the upper mounting point;...
Page 66: 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 67 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. Starting the engine Some electronic systems/power consumers Press on the brake pedal and remain ready for operation.
Page 68: Automatic Mode
Controls Driving Automatic Engine Start/Stop The display indicates that the conditions for an automatic en‐ Function gine stop have not been satis‐ fied. The concept The Auto Start/Stop function helps save fuel. The system switches off the engine during a Note stop, e.g., in a traffic congestion or at traffic The engine is not switched off automatically in...
Page 69: Safety Mode
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 70: 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 71 Driving Controls Manual release Take out the floor trim in the cargo area, removing the screws with the release tool, The parking brake can be released manually in arrows. the event of a power failure or electrical fault. Before releasing, secure the vehicle against rolling Before releasing the parking brake manually, and whenever you park the vehicle with the...
Page 72: For Your Safety
Controls Driving After a power failure Only put the parking brake into operation after a power failure The parking brake should only be put into op‐ eration again if it was manually released due to an interruption in the supply of electrical power.
Page 73: Headlamp Flasher
Driving Controls Deactivating Automatic Hold remains activated during the engine stop brought about by the Auto Start/ Press the button again. Stop function. The LED and the letters AUTO H go Take the remote control with you out. Take the remote control with you when Automatic Hold is deactivated.
Page 74: Washer/Wiper System
Controls Driving Triple turn signal activation Switching on Press the lever to the resistance point. The turn signal flashes three times. The function can be activated or deactivated: "Settings" "Lighting" "Triple turn signal" Signaling briefly Press the wiper levers up. Press the lever to the resistance point and hold The lever automatically returns to its initial po‐...
Page 75: Rain Sensor
Driving Controls Rain sensor Clean the windshield, headlamps The concept The rain sensor automatically controls the time between wipes depending on the intensity of the rainfall. The sensor is located on the wind‐ shield, directly behind the interior rearview mir‐ ror.
Page 76 Follow the Transmission positions usage instructions on the washer fluid con‐ tainer. Use BMW’s Windshield Washer Con‐ D Drive, automatic position centrate or the equivalent.◀ Position for normal vehicle operation. All for‐...
Page 77 Driving Controls Engaging D, R and N When the ignition is switched off, refer to page 66, position P is engaged automatically. P Park Select only when the vehicle is stationary. The drive wheels are blocked. P is engaged automatically: ▷...
Page 78 Controls Driving Sport program and manual mode Ending the sport program/manual mode Activating the sport program Push the selector lever to the right. D is displayed in the instrument cluster. Shift paddles Push the selector lever to the left out of trans‐ mission position D.
Page 79: Displays
Displays Controls 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 80 Controls Displays Electronic displays Overview, instrument cluster Messages, e.g. Check Control 83 Miles/trip miles 86 Time 86 Selection list, e.g., radio 90 Range 86 Current fuel consumption 87 Computer 91 Energy recovery 87 Navigation display, see user's manual for External temperature 86 Navigation, Entertainment and Communi‐ Transmission display 78 cation. Service requirements 87 Multifunctional instrument...
Page 81 Displays Controls At a glance Fuel gauge 85 Selection lists 90 Indicator/warning lamps 83 ECO PRO displays 189 Speedometer temperature 85 Variable displays Computer 91 Tachometer 85 Reset miles 86 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 82 Controls Displays ECO PRO displays Speedometer Transmission display 78 Variable displays: ECO PRO Tips, Deceler‐ ▷ Blue: bonus range ation assistant instructions, Driver assist ▷ Gray: range system displays Efficiency display 189 In ECO PRO driving mode, the instrument dis‐ fuel consumption with more prominent repre‐ play switches to the ECO PRO displays.
Page 83 Displays Controls Sport displays Speedometer Shift lights, when appropriately equipped Tachometer Performance display Transmission display 78 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 84: Text Messages
Controls Displays 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 85 Displays Controls 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 86: Coolant Temperature
Controls Displays 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 215. Setting the time and time for‐...
Page 87: Current Fuel Consumption
Displays Controls 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 88: Gear Shift Indicator
Controls Displays Symbols "§ Vehicle inspection" "Date:" Symbols Description Adjust the settings. Green: maintenance was per‐ Confirm. formed on schedule. The entered date is stored. Yellow: maintenance was per‐ Automatic Service Request formed late. Data regarding the service status or legally mandated inspections of the vehicle are auto‐...
Page 89 Displays Controls Speed limit detection with At a glance No Passing Information Camera The concept Speed limit detection Speed limit detection uses a symbol in the shape of a traffic sign to display the currently detected speed limit. The camera at the base of the interior rearview mirror detects traffic signs at the edge of the road as well as variable overhead sign posts.
Page 90 Controls Displays Selection lists in the Speed limit detection can also be displayed in the Head-up Display. instrument cluster No Passing Information The concept ▷ Start of No Passing zone. ▷ End of No Passing zone. ▷ No Passing Information not available.
Page 91: Average Fuel Consumption
Displays Controls Computer When destination guidance is activated in the navigation system. Indication in the info display When the arrow view in the Head-up Dis‐ play is inactive. The information from the on‐ ▷ ECO PRO bonus range. board computer is shown in the info display in the instrument Adjusting the info display cluster.
Page 92 Controls Displays Distance to destination Setting your current speed as the limit The distance remaining to the destination is "Settings" displayed if a destination is entered in the navi‐ "Speed" gation system before the trip is started. "Select current speed" The distance to the destination is adopted au‐...
Page 93 Displays Controls Settings on the Control Press the controller. Display Make the necessary settings for the month and year. Time The date is stored. Setting the time zone Setting the date format "Settings" "Settings" "Time/Date" "Time/Date" "Time zone" "Format:" Select the desired time zone. Select the desired format.
Page 94 Controls Displays Brightness Setting the brightness To set the brightness of the Control Display: "Settings" "Control display" "Brightness" Turn the controller until the desired bright‐ ness is set. Press the controller. The setting is stored for the remote control currently in use. Depending on the light conditions, the bright‐...
Page 95: 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 96: 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 97 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 98: Fog Lamps
Controls Lamps Camera ▷ High beams off/headlamp flasher, arrow 2. The High-beam Assistant can be switched off when manually adjusting the light. To reacti‐ vate the High-beam Assistant, press the but‐ ton on the turn signal lever. System limits Personal responsibility The high-beam assistant cannot serve as a substitute for the driver's personal judgment The camera is located near the base of the...
Page 99: Interior Lamps
Lamps Controls Interior lamps Bang & Olufsen High End Surround Sound System General information Adjusting speaker lighting The interior lamps, footwell lamps, entry lamps Some speakers in the vehicle are illuminated. and courtesy lamps are controlled automati‐ The lighting can be individually set. cally.
Page 100: 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 101 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 102: 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 103 Safety Controls FTM Flat Tire Monitor 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 does not measure the actual infla‐ manufactured.
Page 104 Controls Safety Start the initialization with "Perform reset". ▷ When driving on a snowy or slippery road surface. Drive away. ▷ Sporty driving style: slip in the drive The initialization is completed while driving, wheels, high lateral acceleration. which can be interrupted at any time. ▷...
Page 105 Safety Controls Hints For a vehicle containing an average load, the possible driving distance is approx. Tire damage due to external factors 50 miles/80 km. Sudden tire damage caused by external When the vehicle is driven with a damaged tire, influences cannot be indicated in advance.◀...
Page 106: Additional Information
Controls Safety All wheels are yellow Low tire pressure message A flat tire or major drop in inflation pressure in The yellow warning lamp lights up. A several tires. Check Control message is displayed. ▷ There is a flat tire or a major loss in Wheels, gray tire inflation pressure.
Page 107 Safety Controls tronics. In this case, have the electronics Continued driving with a flat tire checked at the next opportunity and have Drive moderately and do not exceed a them replaced if necessary. 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 108 Controls Safety Control message is displayed. No flat tire or level to trigger illumination of the TPMS low loss of tire pressure can be detected. tire pressure telltale. Your vehicle has also been equipped with a TPMS malfunction indi‐ Display in the following situations: cator to indicate when the system is not oper‐...
Page 109: Collision Warning
Safety Controls Collision warning with City Be aware of the traffic situation and the vehi‐ cle's surroundings at all times, otherwise an Braking function accident is still possible despite all warnings.◀ The concept At a glance The system can help to prevent accidents. If an accident cannot be prevented, the system Button in the vehicle helps to reduce the collision speed.
Page 110 Controls Safety located within the detection range of the sys‐ Symbol Measure tem. The vehicle lights up red: prewarn‐ ing. At a glance Increase braking and distance. Button in the vehicle The vehicle flashes red and an acoustic signal sounds: acute warn‐ ing.
Page 111 Safety Controls Collision warning with Detection range braking function The system's detection capabilities are limited. This may result in the warning not being is‐ The concept sued or being issued late. The system issues a warning if there is immi‐ For example, the following situations may not nent danger of a collision and also includes a be detected:...
Page 112 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 113 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 114 Controls Safety Prewarning sensitivity Detection range Depending on the set prewarning time, this may result in increased false warnings. Pedestrian warning Depending on how the vehicle is equipped, the function warns of an imminent collision with pedestrians during daytime or nighttime. The function is subdivided into the following The warning area in front of the vehicle is div‐...
Page 115 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 116 Controls Safety Heat image ▷ Pedestrians that are not detected as such because of the viewing angle or contour. ▷ Pedestrians outside of the detection range. ▷ 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: ▷...
Page 117 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 118 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 119 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. No display on the rear screen With animals no acute warning occurs.
Page 120 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 121: 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 122: 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 123 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 124 Controls Safety Note Depressing the brake pedal can cause the ve‐ hicle to brake harder. This interrupts automatic Personal responsibility braking. Depressing the accelerator pedal also The system cannot possibly serve as a interrupts automatic braking. substitute for the driver's personal judgment of After coming to a halt, the brake is released the traffic situation.
Page 125: 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 126 Controls Driving stability control systems Indicator/warning lamps speed and by applying brakes at individual wheels. When DSC is deactivated, DSC OFF is dis‐ played in the instrument cluster. Adjust your driving style to the situation An appropriate driving style is always the The indicator lamp lights up: DSC is responsibility of the driver.
Page 127 Driving stability control systems Controls Deactivating DTC Increasing or decreasing vehicle speed Press the button again. Specify desired speed in the range from ap‐ TRACTION and the DSC OFF indica‐ prox. 4 mph/6 km/h to approx. 15 mph/25 km/h tor lamp go out. using the rocker switch of the cruise control on the steering wheel.
Page 128 Controls Driving stability control systems Deactivating HDC Programs The system offers two different programs. Press the button again and the LED goes out. HDC is automatically deactivated The programs can be selected via the Driving above approx. 37 mph/60 km/h. Dynamics Control, refer to page 130.
Page 129: Using Snow Chains
Driving stability control systems Controls Integral Active Steering Using snow chains Note The concept When snow chains are in use, refer to Integral Active Steering is a combination of Ac‐ page 209, rear wheel steering is deactivated. tive Steering and rear axle steering. Active Steering varies the steering angle of the Programs wheels in relation to the steering wheel move‐...
Page 130 Controls Driving stability control systems DSC OFF The system ensures consistent comfort by keeping spring travel constant in all driving sit‐ Driving stability is limited during acceleration uations. and when driving in bends. Stabilizing interventions by the Integral Active Malfunction Steering system are only performed by the A Check Control message is displayed.
Page 131 Driving stability control systems Controls Deactivating TRACTION The program can be configured to individual specifications. Press the button again. The configuration is stored for the remote con‐ TRACTION and the DSC indicator trol currently in use. lamp go out. Activating SPORT Indicator/warning lamps Press the button repeatedly until When TRACTION is activated, TRACTION is...
Page 132 Controls Driving stability control systems Activating COMFORT+ Program selection Press the button repeatedly until Pressing the button displays a COMFORT+ appears in the tachome‐ list of the selectable programs. ter. ECO PRO ECO PRO, refer to page 189, provides consis‐ Display on the Control Display tent tuning to minimize fuel consumption for Program changes can be displayed briefly on...
Page 133: 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 134 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 135 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 137.
Page 136 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 137 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 138 Controls Driving comfort Adjusting the Head-up Display, refer to ▷ Oncoming traffic. page 157. 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 139 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 140 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 141 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 142: 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 143 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 144: 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 145: 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 146 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 147 Driving comfort Controls ▷ Due to other ultrasound sources, e.g., cated outside the picture area of the backup sweeping machines, high pressure steam camera.◀ cleaners or neon lights. At a glance Malfunction Button in the vehicle A Check Control message is displayed. The range of the sensors is shown as a shaded area on the Control Display.
Page 148 Controls Driving comfort Automatic deactivation during forward Pathway lines travel The system switches off when a certain driving distance or speed is exceeded. Switch the system back on if necessary. Switching on/off manually Press the button. ▷ On: the LED lights up. ▷...
Page 149: Side View
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 150 Controls Driving comfort visibility, two cameras in the front of the vehi‐ The image quality may be impaired by dirt. cle record the traffic situation on each side. Clean the lens, refer to page 233. Notes Switching on/off The images from both cameras are shown si‐ multaneously on the Control Display.
Page 151: Top View
Driving comfort Controls System limits Top View The cameras capture a maximum range of 330 ft/100 m. Cameras Top View The concept Top View assists you in parking and maneu‐ vering. The area around the doors and the road area around the vehicle are shown on the Con‐ trol Display for this purpose.
Page 152 Controls Driving comfort Switching on the backup camera via Contrast the iDrive With Top View switched on: With Top View switched on: Select the symbol. "Rear view camera" Turn the controller until the desired setting The backup camera image is displayed. The is reached, and press the controller.
Page 153: Parking Assistant
Driving comfort Controls Parking assistant Transporting loads Loads that extend beyond the perimeter The concept of the vehicle are not taken into account by the system during the parking procedure. Therefore, always be alert and ready to inter‐ vene; otherwise, there is the danger of an acci‐ dent occurring.◀...
Page 154 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 155 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 156 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 157 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 158 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 159 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 160: 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 161 Climate control Controls Climate control functions in detail The cooling function, refer to page 162, 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 162 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 163 Climate control Controls Switching on This combined filter should be replaced during scheduled maintenance, refer to page 216, of Switch off the ignition. your vehicle. Press the right side of the button on the driver's side. Ventilation The symbol appears on the automatic cli‐ mate Control Display.
Page 164 Controls Climate control Rear automatic climate Adjust the vent to direct the air in your di‐ rection, e.g., if the vehicle interior is hot control from the sun. ▷ Draft-free ventilation: At a glance Adjust the vent to let the air flow past you. Ventilation in rear, center Temperature AUTO program...
Page 165 Climate control Controls The cooling function is switched on automati‐ Press the left or right side of the but‐ cally with the AUTO program. ton: decrease or increase air volume. The selected air volume is shown on the dis‐ Intensity of the AUTO program play of the automatic climate control.
Page 166: Air Volume
Controls Climate control Air volume Functional requirements Press the left or right side of the but‐ Parked-car ventilation ton: decrease or increase air volume. ▷ Using the preset departure time or when LEDs indicate the intensity of the air supply. operated directly: any external tempera‐...
Page 167 Climate control Controls The symbol on the automatic climate con‐ trol flashes when the system has been switched on. The system will only be switched on within the next 24 hours. After that, it needs to reacti‐ vated. Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 909 749 - VI/13...
Page 168: 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 169 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 170 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 171 Interior equipment Controls Danger of burns Danger of burns Only hold the hot lighter by its knob; oth‐ Only hold the hot lighter by its knob; oth‐ erwise, there is the danger of getting burned. erwise, there is the danger of getting burned. Switch off the ignition and take the remote Take the remote control with you when leaving control with you when leaving the vehicle so...
Page 172 Controls Interior equipment USB interface for data Front center console transfer The concept Connection for importing and exporting data on USB devices, e.g.: ▷ Personal Profile settings, refer to page 31. ▷ Music collection, see user's manual for Navigation, Entertainment and Communi‐ cation.
Page 173 Interior equipment Controls ▷ Do not use force when plugging the con‐ Press the button once for each nector into the USB interface. cooling level. ▷ Do not connect devices such as fans or The highest cooling power is active when lamps to the USB interface.
Page 174: Ski Bag
Controls Interior equipment Load the ski bag. If necessary, wrap the sharp edges of the skis. Insert the tongue plate into the belt buckle. Pulling on the handle, draw the table up and out and fold it down. Keep the folding table closed when driv‐ Tighten the retaining strap.
Page 175 Interior equipment Controls Pull the handle forward and lift the ski bag out. Close the cover in the cargo area. More information on the various inserts availa‐ ble can be obtained from your service center. Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 909 749 - VI/13...
Page 176: Storage Compartments
Controls Storage compartments Storage compartments Vehicle equipment Glove compartment All standard, country-specific and optional Front passenger side equipment that is offered in the model series is described in this chapter. Therefore, equip‐ Note ment is also described that is not available in a Close the glove compartment again im‐...
Page 177: Center Armrest
Storage compartments Controls Opening The top cover opens automatically. Closing the top cover Press the cover closed. Driver's side Note Close the glove compartment again im‐ mediately Press the buttons next to the lock. Close the glove compartment immediately af‐ ter use while driving;...
Page 178: Cargo Area
Controls Storage compartments Rear A storage compartment is located in the center armrest between the seats. Opening Depending on the equipment in your vehicle, the button is in the depression at the front of the center armrest or on top of the center arm‐ rest.
Page 179 Storage compartments Controls Storage compartment under the cargo floor panel Raise the cargo floor panel. Storage compartment on the side Under the cover on the side of the cargo area is a storage compartment that can be used to store the printed Owner's Manual, for example. Remove the cover.
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Page 181: 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 2 909 749 - VI/13...
Page 182: 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 183: 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 184: 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 185: 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 186: Stowing Cargo
Driving tips Loading Stowing cargo Heavy or hard objects should not be carried loose inside the car; otherwise, they could be ▷ Cover sharp edges and corners on the thrown around as a result of hard braking, sud‐ cargo. den swerves, etc., and endanger the occu‐ pants.◀...
Page 187 Loading Driving tips Loading Because roof racks raise the vehicle's center of gravity when loaded, they have a major ef‐ fect on vehicle handling and steering re‐ sponse. Therefore, note the following when loading and driving: ▷ Do not exceed the approved roof/axle loads and the approved gross vehicle weight.
Page 188: Saving Fuel
Driving tips Saving fuel Saving fuel Vehicle equipment Close the windows and glass sunroof All standard, country-specific and optional equipment that is offered in the model series is Driving with the glass sunroof and windows described in this chapter. Therefore, equip‐ open results in increased air resistance and ment is also described that is not available in a raises fuel consumption.
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On a downhill gradient, take your foot off the service center. accelerator and let the vehicle roll. Please also note the BMW Maintenance Sys‐ The flow of fuel is interrupted while coasting. tem, refer to page 216. Switch off the engine during...
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Driving tips Saving fuel Activating ECO PRO By making a slight change to the set tempera‐ ture, or slowly adjusting the rate of heating or Press button repeatedly until ECO cooling of the passenger compartment, fuel PRO is displayed in the instrument consumption can be economized.
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Saving fuel Driving tips Driving style "ECO PRO Info" In the instrument display: "Settings" "Info display" "Driving mode view" ECO PRO tip - Symbols An additional symbol and a text instruction are displayed. In the tachometer, a mark in the bar display in‐ Symbol Measure dicates the current efficiency of the driving For efficient driving style, back off...
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Driving tips Saving fuel Adjusting fuel consumption history Hints time frame Coasting is a component of the ECO PRO, re‐ Select the symbol. fer to page 189, driving mode. Coasting is automatically activated when ECO Resetting fuel consumption history PRO mode is called via the Driving Dynamics Open "Options".
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Saving fuel Driving tips Display Display in the instrument cluster The mark in the bar display be‐ low the tachometer is backlit in blue and is located at the zero point. The tachometer approxi‐ mately indicates idle speed. The coasting point indicator is illuminated at the zero point during coasting.
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Page 195: 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. Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 909 749 - VI/13...
Page 196: Refueling
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 197 Refueling Mobility 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 198: Fuel
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 199: Wheels And Tires
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 200, 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 200 Mobility Wheels and tires Tire inflation pressure values up to 760Li 100 mph/160 km/h Tire size Pressure specifica‐ 740i, 740Li, 750i, 750Li tions in bar/PSI Specifications in Tire size Pressure specifica‐ bar/PSI with cold tires tions in bar/PSI Specifications in bar/PSI with cold tires 245/50 R 18 100 V M 2.2 / 32...
Page 201 Wheels and tires Mobility 740Li xDrive, 750i xDrive, 750Li Tire inflation pressures at max. xDrive speeds above 100 mph/160 km/h Speeds above 100 mph/160 km/h Tire size Pressure specifica‐ In order to drive at maximum speeds in tions in bar/PSI excess of 100 mph/160 km/h, please observe, Specifications in and, if necessary, adjust tire pressures for...
Page 202 Mobility Wheels and tires Tire size Pressure specifica‐ Tire size Pressure specifica‐ tions in bar/PSI tions in bar/PSI Front: 2.6 / 38 Front: 2.9 /42 245/35 R 21 96 Y XL 245/35 R 21 96 Y XL 3.0 / 44 3.4 / 49 Rear: Rear:...
Page 203 Wheels and tires Mobility Tire size Pressure specifica‐ Tire size Pressure specifica‐ tions in bar/PSI tions in bar/PSI Front: 3.0 / 44 Front: 3.2 / 46 245/35 R 21 96 Y XL 245/35 R 21 96 Y XL 3.1 / 45 3.2 / 46 Rear: Rear:...
Page 204: Tire Identification Marks
Mobility Wheels and tires Tire size Pressure specifica‐ Tire size Pressure specifica‐ tions in bar/PSI tions in bar/PSI Front: 2.5 / 36 Front: 2.7 / 39 245/40 R 20 99 Y XL 245/40 R 20 99 Y XL 2.6 / 38 2.7 / 39 Rear: Rear:...
Page 205: Tire Age
Wheels and tires Mobility Traction xxxx: manufacturer code for the tire brand xxx: tire size and tire design The traction grades, from highest to lowest, are AA, A, B, and C. 1013: tire age Those grades represent the tire's ability to Tires with DOT codes meet the guidelines of stop on wet pavement as measured under the U.S.
Page 206: Tire Tread
Mobility Wheels and tires Notes Winter and all-season tires with better cold Driving over rough or damaged road surfaces, weather performance than summer tires. as well as debris, curbs and other obstacles can cause serious damage to wheels, tires and suspension parts.
Page 207: Wheel And Tire Combination
Wheels and tires Mobility Recommended tire brands If this work is not carried out properly, there is the danger of subsequent damage and related safety hazards.◀ Wheel and tire combination Information on the correct wheel-tire combina‐ tion and rim versions for your vehicle can be obtained from your service center.
Page 208: Snow Chains
Mobility Wheels and tires Run-flat tires Maximum speed of winter tires If the maximum speed of the vehicle is higher Label than the permissible speed for the winter tires, then display a corresponding sign in the field of vision. You can obtain this sign from the tire specialist or from your service center.
Page 209 Wheels and tires Mobility Automatic detection ▷ 245/50 R 18. ▷ 245/45 R 19. If functioning properly: Follow the chain manufacturer's instructions. ▷ Snow chains are mounted. The setting is not activated Make sure that the snow chains are always sufficiently tight.
Page 210: Engine Compartment
Mobility Engine compartment 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 211 Engine compartment Mobility 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 212: Engine Oil
Mobility Engine oil 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 213: Adding Engine Oil
Approved oil types When the flap is closed, it must latch Gasoline engine Filler neck BMW High Performance SAE 5W-30. BMW Longlife-01. BMW Longlife-01 FE. Additional information about the approved types of oils can be requested from the service center.
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Page 215: Coolant
Coolant Mobility Coolant Vehicle equipment Checking Let the engine cool. All standard, country-specific and optional Turn the cap of the coolant reservoir equipment that is offered in the model series is slightly counterclockwise to allow any ex‐ described in this chapter. Therefore, equip‐ cess pressure to dissipate, and then open ment is also described that is not available in a vehicle, e.
Page 216: Maintenance
This also applies changing the engine oil and the microfilter/ for safety-related functions and systems. activated-charcoal filter. BMW Maintenance System Service history The maintenance system directs you to re‐ Perform maintenance work at the service cen‐...
Page 217 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 218: Replacing Components
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 75, the wiper arms. equipment that is offered in the model series is Fold up the wipers. described in this chapter.
Page 219 Replacing components Mobility the service center if you are unfamiliar with Do not remove the covers them or they are not described here. Do not remove the covers, and never You can obtain a selection of replacement stare into the unfiltered light for several hours; bulbs at the service center.
Page 220 For checking and adjusting headlamp aim, please contact your BMW center. Turn the cap and remove it. Light-emitting diodes (LEDs) Follow the general instructions on Lamps and bulbs, refer to page 218.
Page 221 Replacing components Mobility LED headlamps Tail lamps, bulb replacement At a glance At a glance Corner-illuminating lamps Turn signal High-beams Reversing lamp Low-beams, daytime running lights Inside brake lamp Turn signal, parking lamp, daytime running Tail lamp lights Outside brake lamp Side marker lamps Turn signal, brake, tail, and license Light-emitting diodes (LEDs)
Page 222: Changing Wheels
Mobility Replacing components Fold away the cover. Pull out the bulb and replace it. Replace the defective bulb. Changing wheels Hints The vehicle equipment does not include a spare tire. When using run-flat tires or tire sealants, a tire does not need to be changed immediately in the event of pressure loss due to a flat tire.
Page 223: Charging The Battery
Replacing components Mobility Charging the battery Note Do not plug chargers into the socket Do not connect battery chargers to the factory-installed sockets in the vehicle as this may damage the battery.◀ General information ▷ Lug bolt, arrow 1. Make sure that the battery is always suffi‐ ▷...
Page 224 Mobility Replacing components Maintain the battery in an upright position for Information on the fuse types and locations is transport and storage. Secure the battery so found on a separate sheet. that it does not tip over during transport. Fuses Notes Replacing fuses Never attempt to repair a blown fuse and...
Page 225: Breakdown Assistance
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 226: Warning Triangle
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 227 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 228: Tow Truck
Mobility Breakdown assistance 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 229 It can be screwed in at the Do not tow-start the vehicle. front or rear of the BMW. It is located in the Due to the automatic transmission, the engine container on the inside of the trunk lid.
Page 230: Care
Mobility Care 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 231: 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 232: Safety Belts
Mobility Care 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 233 Care Mobility 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 235: 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 2 909 749 - VI/13...
Page 236: Technical Data
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 237 Technical data Reference Length, wheel base L model: 126.4 inches / 3,210 mm Wheel base:120.9 inches/3,070 mm Length:200.0 inches/5,080 mm L model: 205.5 inches / 5,220 mm Smallest turning circle Diameter: 40 ft/12.2 m L model dia.: 41.7 ft/12.7 m xDrive dia.: 41 ft/12.5 m L model xDrive dia.: 42.7 ft/13.0 m Weights...
Page 238 Reference Technical data 740Li xDrive Approved gross vehicle weight lbs/kg 5,785/2,624 Load lbs/kg 970/440 Approved front axle load lbs/kg 2,755/1,250 Approved rear axle load lbs/kg 3,155/1,431 Approved roof load capacity lbs/kg 220/100 Cargo area capacity cu ft/l 17.7/500 750i 750Li Approved gross vehicle weight lbs/kg 5,735/2,601...
Page 239 Technical data Reference 760Li Approved roof load capacity lbs/kg 220/100 Cargo area capacity cu ft/l 17.7/500 Capacities US gal/liters Notes Fuel tank 21.1 / 80 Fuel quality, refer to page Windshield and headlamp 1.3 / 5 washer system Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 909 749 - VI/13...
Page 240: Everything From A To Z
Reference Everything from A to Z Everything from A to Z Index Air flow, automatic climate Automatic Cruise Control control with Stop & Go ABS, Antilock Brake Sys‐ Air pressure, tires Automatic Curb Monitor Air vents, refer to Ventila‐ Automatic deactivation, front ACC, Active Cruise Control tion passenger airbags...
Page 241 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 242 Reference Everything from A to Z Combination switch, refer to Damping Control, dy‐ Driving notes, general Wiper system namic Driving stability control sys‐ COMFORT+ program, Driving Data, technical tems Dynamics Control Date Driving tips Comfort Access Daytime running lights DSC Dynamic Stability Con‐ COMFORT program, Driving Defrosting, refer to Windows, trol...
Page 243 Everything from A to Z Reference Emergency unlocking, trunk External temperature warn‐ Fuel Fuel cap Energy Control Eyes for securing cargo Fuel consumption, current Energy recovery Fuel consumption, refer to Engine, automatic Start/Stop Average fuel consump‐ function tion Engine, automatic switch- Failure message, refer to Fuel filler flap Check Control...
Page 244 Reference Everything from A to Z Headlamp courtesy delay fea‐ Ignition key, refer to Remote Interval display, service re‐ ture via remote control control quirements Headlamp flasher Ignition off Headlamp glass Ignition on Headlamps, care Indication of a flat Headlamp washer system tire 104, Jacking points for the vehicle Headliner...
Page 245 Everything from A to Z Reference License plate lamp, bulb re‐ Malfunction displays, refer to Menus, operating, iDrive placement Check Control Menus, refer to iDrive operat‐ Light alloy wheels, care Malfunction, self-leveling sus‐ ing concept Light control pension Messages, refer to Check Light-emitting diodes, Manual air distribution Control...
Page 246 Reference Everything from A to Z Obstacle marking, rearview Parked-car ventilation Push-and-turn switch, refer to camera Parked vehicle, condensa‐ Controller Octane rating, refer to Gaso‐ tion line quality Parking aid, refer to PDC Odometer Parking assistant Office, see user's manual for Parking brake Queuing Assistant, see Con‐...
Page 247 Everything from A to Z Reference Reset, Tire Pressure Monitor Screw thread for tow fit‐ Side airbags ting Side View Residual heat, automatic cli‐ Seat belts, refer to Safety Signaling, horn mate control belts Signals when unlocking Retaining straps, securing Seat heating, front Sitting safely cargo...
Page 248 Reference Everything from A to Z Steering, Integral Active Temperature display, external Transporting children Steering temperature safely Steering wheel, adjusting Temperature, engine oil Tread, tires Steering wheel heating Tempomat, refer to Active Trip computer Steering wheel memory Cruise Control Triple turn signal activa‐ Steptronic, automatic trans‐...
Page 249 Everything from A to Z Reference Wheels, changing Wheels, everything on wheels Vanity mirror and tires Variable steering, Integral Ac‐ Wheels, Flat Tire Monitor tive Steering Vehicle battery Wheels, Tire Pressure Moni‐ Vehicle battery, replac‐ tor TPM Width, vehicle Vehicle, breaking in Window defroster, rear Vehicle care Windows, powered...
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