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Page 1 LINK: CONTENT & A-Z The Ultimate Driving Machine OWNER'S HANDBOOK. THE BMW Z4 ROADSTER. Online Edition for Part no. xxx - X/18...
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Page 3 The better you are acquainted with your vehicle, the easier you will find it is to operate. We would therefore like to offer you the following advice: Please read the Owner's Handbook before setting out in your new BMW. Also use the Integrated Owner's Handbook in your vehicle. It contains impor‐...
Page 4: Table Of Contents
Setting and operation ....................On the move ........................CONTROLS Driving area ........................Vehicle operating state ....................iDrive ..........................BMW Remote Software Upgrade ................General settings ......................Opening and closing ..................... Seats, mirrors and steering wheel ................Carrying children safely ..................... Driving ..........................
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Page 8: Notes Notes
We recommend that you read through the first chapter to obtain an initial overview of the vehi‐ Owner's Handbook and general information cle. about BMW, for example on technology, are available on the Internet: www.bmw.com. Validity of Owner's Handbook Integrated Owner's Handbook in...
Page 9 Notes NOTES Symbols and displays Vehicle equipment This Owner's Handbook describes all models Symbols in the Owner's and all the national and special equipment avail‐ Handbook able for the model series. As a result, this Own‐ er's Handbook may also contain descriptions and Symbol Meaning illustrations of equipment and functions not fea‐...
Page 10 Notes NOTES For Australia/New Zealand: Owner's Handbook for the vehicle will contain updated information. general When reading this Owner's Handbook, please Your own safety bear the following in mind: to ensure that our ve‐ hicles continue to embody the highest quality and safety standards, we pursue a policy of con‐...
Page 11 A number of electronic control devices are instal‐ recommends having corresponding work carried led in your vehicle. Electronic control devices out by a BMW Service Partner. If you choose to process data that they receive from vehicle sen‐ use another specialist workshop, BMW recom‐...
Page 12 Notes NOTES ▷ Service providers. ▷ Status messages of the vehicle and its indi‐ vidual components, for example wheel rota‐ Vehicle users may request information about tion speed, wheel speed, deceleration, lateral what personal data has been saved, what it is acceleration, fastened seat belt indicator.
Page 13 Notes NOTES can read out the information. The legally required ▷ Entered navigation destinations. on-board diagnostics (OBD) socket in the vehicle ▷ Data on the use of Internet services. is used to read out the data. This data may be saved locally in the vehicle or is The data is collected, processed and used by the found on a device that has been connected to relevant organisations in the service network.
Page 14 Notes NOTES smartphones. This wireless network connection The emergency calls are answered by the public enables 'online functions' to be used. These in‐ rescue coordination centre. clude online services and apps supplied by the General vehicle manufacturer or by other providers. Information on the eCall on-board statutory Services from the vehicle emergency call system, which is based on a 112...
Page 15 Notes NOTES permanently connected to the mobile telephone and sent to the rescue coordination centre when network; rather, it remains connected only as an emergency call is triggered. long as the emergency call is active. The eCall statutory emergency call system en‐ sures that it cannot be traced and there is no Data types and their recipients permanent tracking during normal operation.
Page 16 Notes NOTES Intelligent emergency call The intelligent emergency call system processes personal data only with the vehicle owner's con‐ system sent. The intelligent emergency call system and other Principle services with additional benefits may only proc‐ The intelligent emergency call system enables ess personal data with the express consent of manual or automatic emergency calls to be is‐...
Page 17 Notes NOTES Disclosure of personal data and if the corresponding devices are directly connected to the vehicle. The data obtained in the context of an intelligent emergency call is only used to process the Automatic emergency call emergency call. If legally obliged to do so, the ve‐ The system has been designed so that an emer‐...
Page 18 Notes NOTES Vehicle identification number Engine compartment The vehicle identification number is in the engine compartment, on the right-hand side of the vehi‐ cle. iDrive It is also possible to display the vehicle identifica‐ tion number via iDrive, see page 67. Online Edition for Part no.
Page 19: Owner's Handbook Media
Owner's Handbook media NOTES Owner's Handbook media Vehicle equipment After a software update in the vehicle This chapter describes all standard, country-spe‐ After a vehicle software update – for example, a Remote Software Upgrade – the integrated cific and special equipment available for the Owner's Handbook for the vehicle will contain model series.
Page 20: Quick Reference
Owner's Handbook media NOTES Selecting the Owner's Handbook Handbook, and then back and forth between the two displays: Press the button. Press the button. "CAR" "Owner's Handbook" "Owner's Handbook" Select the desired page in the Owner's Select the required method of accessing the Handbook.
Page 21 Owner's Handbook media NOTES Owner's Handbook is displayed directly with the selected shortcut. Online Edition for Part no. xxx - X/18...
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Page 23: Quick Reference
QUICK REFERENCE Getting in ..................... 24 Setting and operation ................28 On the move ....................31 Online Edition for Part no. xxx - X/18...
Page 24: Getting In
Getting in QUICK REFERENCE Getting in Opening and closing Central locking buttons Overview Buttons on the remote control Central locking buttons. 1 Unlocking 2 Locking Locking 3 Unlocking the boot lid Pressing the button locks the vehicle 4 Headlight courtesy delay feature when the front doors are closed.
Page 25 Getting in QUICK REFERENCE Unlocking the vehicle ▷ Press and hold the button on the re‐ mote control for approximately 1 second. If applicable, the doors are also unlocked. Closing Close the boot lid manually. Convertible top Overview Fully grip the handle of a vehicle door. With manual transmission: Locking the vehicle With Steptronic transmission:...
Page 26 Getting in QUICK REFERENCE Closing Driver's door Push and hold the switch. The windows are lowered, the convertible top closes and the windows are raised again for as long as the switch is pressed. Displays and controls Around the steering wheel 1 Central locking system 2 Seats, comfort functions 3 Power window switches...
Page 27 Getting in QUICK REFERENCE troller and, depending on the vehicle equipment, the touchscreen or voice control system. Buttons on the Controller Button Function To call up the main menu. To call up the Apps menu. To call up the Communication menu. To call up the Media/Radio menu.
Page 28: Setting And Operation
Setting and operation QUICK REFERENCE Setting and operation Seats, mirrors and steering To adjust the exterior mirrors wheel Manually adjustable seats 1 Adjusting 2 Selecting a mirror, automatic parking function 3 Folding in and out 1 Thigh support To adjust the steering wheel 2 Seat angle 3 Forward/back Manual steering wheel adjustment...
Page 29 Setting and operation QUICK REFERENCE ▷ Height of the Head-Up Display. If applicable, the search term will be automati‐ cally completed in grey text. Saving Press the Controller or tilt it upwards to ac‐ cept the suggested search term. Set the desired position. Select symbol as appropriate.
Page 30 Setting and operation QUICK REFERENCE Operating requirements ▷ Enter the same control number on the de‐ vice and via iDrive then confirm. ▷ Compatible iPhone. The device is connected and displayed in the iPhone 5 or later with iOS 7.1 or later. device list.
Page 31: On The Move
On the move QUICK REFERENCE On the move Driving Releasing With drive-ready state switched on: Drive-ready state Steptronic transmission: press the switch with the brake pedal depressed or selector lever position P engaged. Switching on drive-ready state LED and indicator lamp turn off. ▷...
Page 32 On the move QUICK REFERENCE Steptronic transmission, sport A selector lever lock prevents inadvertently shift‐ ing to selector lever position R or inadvertently programme and manual shifting from selector lever position P. operation Only engage selector lever position R when the vehicle is stationary.
Page 33 On the move QUICK REFERENCE ▷ High-beam headlights off/headlight flasher, Symbol Function arrow 2. Instrument lighting. Turn indicator Parking light, right. Parking light, left. Wiper system Switching the wipers on/off and ▷ On: press the lever beyond the resistance flick-wiping point.
Page 34 On the move QUICK REFERENCE Switching off and flick-wiping To adjust the sensitivity Press the lever down. Turn the knurled wheel on the wiper lever. ▷ To switch off: press the lever downwards un‐ til the home position is reached. To clean the windscreen ▷...
Page 35 On the move QUICK REFERENCE Button Function Button Function Switch off. Seat heating. Defrost the windscreen and re‐ Air-conditioning mode. move condensation. To call up the air conditioning menu. Rear window heating. For the following settings, for ex‐ ample: upper body temperature Seat heating.
Page 36 On the move QUICK REFERENCE Wheels and tyres Different messages are shown on the Control Display, depending on the engine oil level. Follow these messages. Tyre inflation pressure information Adding engine oil General Safely stop the vehicle and switch off drive-ready state before topping up with engine oil.
Page 37 QUICK REFERENCE Breakdown Assist BMW breakdown assistance Via iDrive: "COM" "BMW Assistance" If applicable, "BMW Roadside Assist." A voice connection is established. ConnectedDrive Concierge Service The Concierge Service provides information about hotels, restaurants etc. and can send an SMS with the required information to the vehicle.
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Page 39: Controls
CONTROLS Driving area ....................40 Vehicle operating state ................45 iDrive ......................48 BMW Remote Software Upgrade ............59 General settings ..................62 Opening and closing ................. 75 Seats, mirrors and steering wheel ............104 Carrying children safely ................114 Driving .......................
Page 40: Driving Area
Driving area CONTROLS Driving area Vehicle equipment your vehicle, for example on account of the op‐ tional equipment selected or the country specifi‐ cation. This also applies to safety-relevant func‐ This chapter describes all standard, country-spe‐ tions and systems. Please comply with the cific and special equipment available for the relevant laws and regulations when using the model series.
Page 41 Driving area CONTROLS Rear fog light 162 Manual Speed Limiter 190 Light switch 157 Cruise Control on/off 192 Lights off Active Cruise Control on/off 195 Daytime driving lights 159 Side lights 158 Cruise Control: to store a speed Automatic driving lights con‐ Interrupts Cruise Control trol 157 Resuming Cruise Control Adaptive light functions 159 Active Cruise Control: to increase...
Page 42 Driving area CONTROLS Wiper 130 Steering wheel heating 112 Rain sensor 130 16 To adjust the steering wheel 112 17 Glove box 242 Cleaning windscreen and head‐ To release the bonnet 292 lights 131 Horn, entire area Around the centre console 1 Control Display 51 6 Radio/multimedia, see Owner's Handbook for Navigation, Entertainment, Communica‐...
Page 43 Driving area CONTROLS Parking brake 126 ECO PRO drive mode Automatic Hold 127 ADAPTIVE drive mode Drive experience switch 137 To switch drive-ready state on/ off 123 SPORT drive mode COMFORT drive mode Auto Start Stop function 123 Park Distance Control, PDC 203 Rear-view camera 208 Crossing traffic warning 217 Park Assistant 211...
Page 44 Driving area CONTROLS Around the roof lining Emergency call, SOS 310 Reading lights 163 Front passenger airbag indicator Interior light 162 lamp 167 Online Edition for Part no. xxx - X/18...
Page 45: Vehicle Operating State
Vehicle operating state CONTROLS Vehicle operating state Vehicle equipment Safety notes This chapter describes all standard, country-spe‐ WARNING cific and special equipment available for the An unsecured vehicle can start moving and roll‐ model series. It may therefore describe equip‐ ing away.
Page 46 Vehicle operating state CONTROLS General ▷ When the battery state of charge is low. ▷ When leaving the vehicle, if one of the front The vehicle switches to standby state after the doors is opened, depending on the iDrive front doors are opened from the outside. setting.
Page 47 Vehicle operating state CONTROLS Display in the instrument cluster Observe the following to ensure that the vehi‐ cle is secured against rolling away: When drive-ready state is switched on, the revo‐ ▷ Apply the parking brake. lution counter shows the current engine speed. ▷...
Page 48: Idrive
iDrive CONTROLS iDrive Vehicle equipment Entry and display Main menu This chapter describes all standard, country-spe‐ cific and special equipment available for the General model series. It may therefore describe equip‐ ment and functions which are not installed in The left-hand side of the main menu features your vehicle, for example on account of the op‐...
Page 49 Management and access to apps as well as vehicle functions. Additional apps can be ob‐ Function is enabled. tained from the BMW Store. Function is disabled. Widgets Status information The right-hand part of the main menu contains the widgets.
Page 50 iDrive CONTROLS Overview Symbols for entertainment Symbol Meaning Music hard disc. Bluetooth audio. USB audio interface. Online Entertainment. WLAN. 1 Favourites buttons Other symbols Saving a function Symbol Meaning A function can be saved to a Favourites button. A button that has already been assigned a func‐ Check Control message.
Page 51 iDrive CONTROLS Control Display and In certain situations, the Control Display is switched off automatically, for example if no op‐ Controller eration is performed on the vehicle for several minutes. Overview Switching on/off manually The Control Display can also be switched off manually.
Page 52 iDrive CONTROLS Operation using the Controller Calling up the main menu Press the button. ▷ Tilt in four directions to switch between screens, for example. The main menu is displayed. All iDrive functions can be called up via the main menu.
Page 53 iDrive CONTROLS Calling up the Options menu Via iDrive: Select the required page in the main menu. It Press the button. is only possible to adapt the page that is cur‐ rently selected. The "Options" menu is displayed. Tilt the Controller up. The menu consists of various areas: "Adjust main menu"...
Page 54 iDrive CONTROLS Operating alphabetical lists ▷ Always enter associated characters, for ex‐ ample accents or dots, so that the letter will For alphabetical lists with more than 30 entries, be correctly detected. The input option de‐ the letters for which entries are available can be pends on the language that has been set.
Page 55 iDrive CONTROLS Calling up the main menu Switching between screens Tap the symbol. After a menu item has been selected, a new screen is displayed. An arrow indicates that further screens can be called up. ▷ Swipe to the left. ▷...
Page 56 Press the button on the steering The navigation map can be moved via the touch‐ wheel. screen. ▷ Say the wake word ›Hello BMW‹ or the per‐ Function Operation sonalised wake word. It is possible that no further spoken commands To enlarge/reduce Pinch or move your fin‐...
Page 57 Preset wake word control system; see Owner's Handbook for Navi‐ gation, Entertainment, Communication. The preset wake word "Hello BMW" can be acti‐ vated and deactivated. If a personalised wake Help with the voice control system word has already been set, it will remain active.
Page 58 iDrive CONTROLS Online speech processing Adjusting the volume Online speech processing enables use of the Turn the volume knob during the spoken instruc‐ dictation function, facilitates the natural input of tions until the desired volume is obtained. destinations and improves the quality of voice ▷...
Page 59: Bmw Remote Software Upgrade
General version information can be shown on the Control Display during the download and following suc‐ BMW recommends carrying out the Remote cessful completion of the installation. The infor‐ Software Upgrade as soon as it becomes avail‐ mation is available at all times in the Connected‐...
Page 60 Download the upgrade to your smartphone in themselves or other road users, for example by the BMW Connected app when available. the following actions: Follow the instructions in the BMW Connec‐ ▷ Pressing the start/stop button. ted app. ▷ Release the parking brake.
Page 61 Malfunction In the event of a malfunction, follow the instruc‐ tions on the Control Display or in the BMW Con‐ nected app. If the malfunction cannot be rectified, contact a Service Partner of the manufacturer or another...
Page 62: General Settings
General settings CONTROLS General settings Vehicle equipment Deleting messages All messages which are not Check Control mes‐ This chapter describes all standard, country-spe‐ sages can be deleted from the list. Check Con‐ trol messages remain for as long as they are rel‐ cific and special equipment available for the evant.
Page 63 General settings CONTROLS "Date and time" "General settings" "Time zone:" "Date and time" Select the desired setting. "Automatic time setting" The setting is saved for the currently used driver The setting is saved for the currently used driver profile. profile. Setting the time Date Via iDrive:...
Page 64 General settings CONTROLS Language Journey data settings Selecting the language Principle Via iDrive: The intervals at which the journey data, see page 152, is reset can be adjusted. "CAR" "Settings" Resetting journey data "General settings" "CAR" "Language:" "Settings" "System language" "General settings"...
Page 65 "Settings" Principle "General settings" If vehicle tracking is activated, the current vehicle "Speed warning" position can be displayed in the BMW Connec‐ ted app or in the ConnectedDrive customer por‐ "Speed warning" tal. Setting the current speed as the Activating/deactivating...
Page 66 This personal The vehicle offers various services which require data can be permanently deleted using iDrive. data to be transferred to BMW or a service pro‐ vider. The transfer of data can be deactivated for General some services.
Page 67 General contacts or SMS. Information about mobile devices compatible Playing music from the smart‐ Bluetooth or with the vehicle is available at www.bmw.com/ phone or the audio player. USB. bluetooth. Malfunctions may occur when using unlisted de‐ USB storage medium: USB.
Page 68 "Mobile devices" the two match. Tilt the Controller to the right. Select Bluetooth connection if necessary: "Settings" "Use BMW iDrive for phone calls, Bluetooth "Bluetooth" audio and apps." Select the setting. The smartphone is connected to the vehicle and displayed in the device list, see page 73.
Page 69 General settings CONTROLS ▷ Too many Bluetooth devices are paired to ▷ The number of phone book entries to be the mobile telephone or the vehicle. transferred is too high. In the vehicle, delete Bluetooth connections ▷ The data volume of the contact is too large, with other devices.
Page 70 General settings CONTROLS Operating requirements A connected USB device is supplied with charg‐ ing current via the USB interface if the device Compatible device, see page 67, with USB inter‐ supports this. Note the maximum charging cur‐ face. rent of the USB interface. The following can be done at USB interfaces Connecting a device compatible with data transfer:...
Page 71 General settings CONTROLS Connecting a device to the ▷ Bluetooth, WLAN and Siri voice operation are activated on the iPhone. WiFi hotspot ▷ Booking of the ConnectedDrive service: Via iDrive: Apple CarPlay preparation. "COM" Switching on Bluetooth and "Mobile devices" CarPlay Tilt the Controller to the right.
Page 72 General settings CONTROLS Operation Switching on WLAN in the vehicle For further information, see the integrated Own‐ er's Handbook or the Owner's Handbook for Via iDrive: Navigation, Entertainment and Communication. "COM" Frequently Asked Questions "Mobile devices" Tilt the Controller to the right. There may be instances where the mobile de‐...
Page 73 General settings CONTROLS ▷ Some devices may require particular settings, device is disconnected. Observe the information for example authorisation; see the user man‐ on the Control Display. ual of the device. Disconnecting a device Displaying the device list Via iDrive: All devices registered or connected to the vehi‐...
Page 74 General settings CONTROLS Via iDrive: "COM" "Mobile devices" Tilt the Controller to the right. "Settings" "Priorities for telephony" Select the required device. Turn the Controller to set the priority for the selected mobile telephone. Move to select the desired priority. Resetting the vehicle configuration All individual settings can be reset to the factory...
Page 75: Opening And Closing
Opening and closing CONTROLS Opening and closing Vehicle equipment Safety notes This chapter describes all standard, country-spe‐ WARNING cific and special equipment available for the Persons remaining in the vehicle or pets left in‐ model series. It may therefore describe equip‐ side can lock the doors from the inside and lock ment and functions which are not installed in themselves in.
Page 76 Opening and closing CONTROLS Overview Unlocking the vehicle Press the button on the remote control. If only the driver's door and the fuel filler flap have been unlocked due to the settings, press the button on the remote control again to unlock the other vehicle access points.
Page 77 Opening and closing CONTROLS Opening ▷ With alarm system: The alarm system, see page 95, is switched on. Press and hold the button on the re‐ If the drive-ready state is still switched on when mote control. locking, the vehicle horn sounds twice. In this The windows are opened for as long as the but‐...
Page 78 Opening and closing CONTROLS Switching on the interior light Unlocking and exterior lights Press and hold the button on the re‐ mote control for approximately 1 sec‐ With the vehicle locked, press the button ond. on the remote control. On some equipment versions, the doors are also The function is not available for the first 10 sec‐...
Page 79 Opening and closing CONTROLS Insert a new type CR 2032 battery with the Do not transport the remote control together positive side facing upwards. with metallic objects. Press the cover back into position. ▷ Disruption of the radio link by mobile tele‐ phones or other electronic devices in the im‐...
Page 80 ▷ The Remote Services of the BMW Connec‐ can damage the paint or the integrated key. ted app can be used to lock and unlock a ve‐...
Page 81 Opening and closing CONTROLS Overview Support the cover with your thumb, to stop it falling out of the door handle. Central locking buttons. Remove the cover. Unlock or lock the door lock with the Locking integrated key. Press the button with the front doors closed.
Page 82 ▷ Contactless vehicle unlocking and locking. Fully grip the handle of a vehicle door. ▷ Unlocking and locking the vehicle using the BMW Digital Key. Locking ▷ Unlock the boot lid. Operating requirements General The behaviour of the vehicle when locked via ▷...
Page 83 Opening and closing CONTROLS Unlocking the boot lid Contactless vehicle unlocking and locking General Principle If the boot lid is opened using Comfort Access, locked doors are not unlocked. The vehicle is unlocked when the driver ap‐ proaches the locked vehicle with the remote To prevent the remote control from being locked control.
Page 84 To register a digital key and Principle to start the engine, the smartphone must be BMW Digital Key allows you to use a compatible placed in the smartphone dock. smartphone, see page 67, to lock, unlock and A digital key is detected by the vehicle even if start the vehicle.
Page 85 BMW Connected app. tion. If a digital key has been removed via the BMW ▷ A digital key for the vehicle is installed on the Connected app, it can only still be used to unlock smartphone.
Page 86 "Remove all digital keys" Resetting BMW Digital Key Open the cover of the smartphone dock. To reset BMW Digital Key, there must be an au‐ thorised remote control in the vehicle. Place the smartphone in the middle of the smartphone dock.
Page 87 Depending on the equipment and the country If a vehicle is sold, BMW Digital Key should be specifications, it is possible to select whether the reset in the vehicle. The new vehicle owner doors are also unlocked.
Page 88 ConnectedDrive countries: The settings saved in Closing the driver profile can be synchronised with the personal BMW ConnectedDrive account. This makes it possible to use these settings in other BMW vehicles as well. Operating requirements If the driver profile is changed, the vehicle cannot move at any more than walking speed.
Page 89 Opening and closing CONTROLS The following actions can be performed on the ▷ No driver profile is assigned to the remote welcome screen: control used to unlock the vehicle. ▷ Select a driver profile. ▷ No driver profile is assigned to the digital key used to unlock the vehicle.
Page 90 Opening and closing CONTROLS "Driver recognition" Setup is carried out on the welcome screen or via iDrive: Select the desired setting: ▷ "with vehicle key" "CAR" A remote control is assigned to the driver "Driver profiles" profile. As soon as the remote control is "Driver recognition"...
Page 91 "Settings" can also be saved in the personal Connected‐ "Remove driver profile" Drive account. This makes it possible to use the personal settings in other BMW vehicles with Select the desired driver profile. ConnectedDrive access as well. "Remove now" Synchronisation with the ConnectedDrive ac‐...
Page 92 Opening and closing CONTROLS Parking service mode Via the vehicle settings Via iDrive: Principle "CAR" In parking service mode, the Control Display is "Settings" disabled and operation via iDrive is no longer "General settings" possible. "Valet parking mode" This mode can be used, for example, if the vehi‐ cle is to be handed over to a parking service.
Page 93 Opening and closing CONTROLS Guest profile Enter the login details assigned to the driver profile. The active driver profile is the guest profile. A PIN must be entered. Guest profile "PIN" It is only possible to deactivate parking service mode in the guest profile if the mode was activa‐ PIN required.
Page 94 Opening and closing CONTROLS Pressing the button on the remote control After the drive-ready state has been switched twice in direct succession causes the win‐ off by pressing the start/stop button, the dow to be lowered further when the door locked vehicle is automatically unlocked.
Page 95 Opening and closing CONTROLS Comfort Access Depending on local regulations, the acoustic alarm may be suppressed. Contactless locking/unlocking ▷ Visual alarm: "CAR" By flashing the exterior lights. "Settings" Switching on/off "Doors/Vehicle access" The alarm system is switched on and off at the "Comfort access"...
Page 96 Opening and closing CONTROLS The interior movement detector and tilt alarm ▷ When there are pets in the vehicle. sensor are not active because doors, bonnet ▷ When the vehicle is locked after starting to or boot lid are not closed correctly. Correctly refuel.
Page 97 Opening and closing CONTROLS Overview The window closes automatically if the door is closed. Pulling the switch again stops the movement. Closing using Comfort Access, see page 81. Anti-trap mechanism General If the closing force exceeds a certain value when a window is closing, the closing operation is in‐...
Page 98 Opening and closing CONTROLS Convertible top Safety notes General WARNING Parts of the body can become trapped when The convertible top can be opened or closed opening and closing the convertible top. There while travelling at speeds up to approximately is a danger of injury.
Page 99 Opening and closing CONTROLS With Steptronic transmission NOTE The convertible top and other parts of the vehi‐ cle can become damaged if operated incor‐ rectly. There is a danger of damage to property. Ob‐ serve the following points during operation: ▷...
Page 100 Opening and closing CONTROLS Closing Safety notes Push and hold the switch. WARNING The windows are lowered, the convertible top In the event of an electrical fault, the convertible closes and the windows are raised again for as top cannot be locked in the fully open position. long as the switch is pressed.
Page 101 Opening and closing CONTROLS Lifting out the convertible top screw on the right side of the vehicle clock‐ wise as far as it will go. Swivel the covers up carefully on both sides until they are open. Lift out the front part of the convertible top at both sides and swivel it forwards.
Page 102 Opening and closing CONTROLS Locking the convertible top To open the lock hooks, turn the hexagon key to the right as far as it will go. Carefully remove the cover in the middle of the front convertible top frame. While one person presses the middle of the front convertible top frame against the wind‐...
Page 103 Opening and closing CONTROLS Safety note WARNING A wind deflector that is not attached to the ve‐ hicle correctly may come loose and be flung into the vehicle or endanger other road users. There is a risk of injury or risk of damage to property.
Page 104: Seats, Mirrors And Steering Wheel
Seats, mirrors and steering wheel CONTROLS Seats, mirrors and steering wheel Vehicle equipment WARNING If the backrest is angled back too far, the pro‐ This chapter describes all standard, country-spe‐ tective effect of the seat belt will no longer be cific and special equipment available for the guaranteed.
Page 105 Seats, mirrors and steering wheel CONTROLS Forward/back Backrest angle Pull the lever and slide the seat in the desired di‐ Pull the lever and apply your weight to or lift your rection. weight off the backrest as required. After releasing the lever, move the seat gently forward or back to make sure it engages prop‐...
Page 106 Seats, mirrors and steering wheel CONTROLS Forward/back Backrest angle Press the switch forwards or backwards. Tilt the switch forwards or backwards. Height Thigh support Press the switch up or down. Pull the lever on the front of the seat and adjust the thigh support forwards or backwards.
Page 107 Seats, mirrors and steering wheel CONTROLS Safety notes The curvature is shifted up‐ wards/downwards. WARNING Backrest width Never restrain more than one person with each seat belt, otherwise the protective effect of the Principle seat belt is no longer guaranteed. There is a To adjust the backrest width can improve lateral danger of injury or even death.
Page 108 Seats, mirrors and steering wheel CONTROLS ted. Each seat belt assembly must only be ▷ Make sure that the seat belt is positioned low used by one occupant; carrying infants and at the hip in the area of the pelvis. The seat children on the occupant's lap is not permitted.
Page 109 Seats, mirrors and steering wheel CONTROLS Front head restraints Unfastening the seat belt Hold the seat belt firmly. Safety notes Press the red button on the belt buckle. Guide the seat belt back up to the reel mech‐ anism. WARNING If the head restraints are removed or incorrectly Belt guide adjusted, they cannot provide protection as in‐...
Page 110 Seats, mirrors and steering wheel CONTROLS Adjusting the height Overview The head restraints can be adjusted in height. Setting the distance The distance from the back of the head is set via the backrest angle. Adjust the distance so that the head restraint is as close as possible to the back of the head.
Page 111 Seats, mirrors and steering wheel CONTROLS Rear-view mirror, manual- Folding the mirrors in and out is useful in the following situations: ▷ In car washes. ▷ In narrow streets. Folded-in mirrors automatically fold out when the vehicle reaches a speed of approx. 40 km/h, 25 mph.
Page 112 Seats, mirrors and steering wheel CONTROLS Steering wheel Steering wheel heating Safety note Switching on/off Press the button. WARNING A Check Control message is shown. Adjusting the steering wheel while driving may If the journey is continued within about 15 mi‐ cause the steering wheel to move unexpect‐...
Page 113 Seats, mirrors and steering wheel CONTROLS Seat heating WARNING There is a risk of entrapment when the seats Overview are being moved. There is a danger of injury or damage to property. Before making any adjust‐ ment, make sure that the area of movement of the seat is clear.
Page 114: Carrying Children Safely
Carrying children safely CONTROLS Carrying children safely Vehicle equipment even fail completely if the seat belts are worn incorrectly. If a seat belt is not worn correctly, additional injuries can be caused, for example in This chapter describes all standard, country-spe‐ the event of an accident or braking and evasive cific and special equipment available for the manoeuvres.
Page 115 Carrying children safely CONTROLS the event of an accident or braking and evasive sure the child restraint system is firmly posi‐ manoeuvres. There is a danger of injury or even tioned against the backrest. Wherever possible, death. Children smaller than 150 cm, 5 ft in adapt the backrest angle of all the relevant seat height must be secured in suitable child re‐...
Page 116 Carrying children safely CONTROLS Rearward-facing child restraints change the backrest width from this point on and do not call up a memory position. DANGER ISOFIX child seat Active front passenger airbags can fatally injure a child in a rearward-facing child restraint sys‐ mountings tem if they are triggered.
Page 117 Carrying children safely CONTROLS rectly and the ISOFIX child restraint system is Symbol Meaning firmly positioned against the backrest. If this symbol is seen in the vehi‐ cle, the vehicle has been ap‐ Position proved in accordance with i- Size. The symbol shows the mounts for the system's lower anchors.
Page 118 Carrying children safely CONTROLS Mounting points 3 Hook for the upper retaining strap 4 Mounting point/eyelet Symbol Meaning 5 Vehicle floor The corresponding symbol 6 Seat shows the mounting point for 7 Upper retaining strap the upper retaining strap. Attaching the upper retaining strap to the mounting point Open the cover of the mounting point.
Page 119 Carrying children safely CONTROLS Left-hand drive vehicles: Which Information about which child restraint systems can be used on the seats in question in accord‐ child restraint systems can be used ance with the ECE-R 16 and ECE-R 129 stand‐ on the vehicle seats ard.
Page 120 Carrying children safely CONTROLS Seat position Seat position number. 1 – a) Seat position suitable for universal fastening with a yes/yes belt. i-Size seat position. no/yes – b) Seat position suitable for side fastening: – L1/L2. no/no Largest rear-facing fastening: – R1/R2X/R2/R3. R1/R2 Largest front-facing fastening: –...
Page 121 Carrying children safely CONTROLS Group Weight of child Approximate Front passenger Front passenger seat, airbag ON seat, airbag OFF– a) 9 – 18 kg Up to 4 years U, L 15 – 25 kg Up to 7 years U, L 22 –...
Page 122 Carrying children safely CONTROLS Group Weight of child Approximate age Class/category Front Front pas‐ pas‐ senger senger seat, seat, airbag airbag OFF – 9 - 18 kg Up to approxi‐ D - ISO/R2 IL/X mately 4 years C - ISO/R3 B - ISO/F2 IL, IUF B1 - ISO/F2X...
Page 123: Driving
Driving CONTROLS Driving Vehicle equipment General Each time the engine is started via the start/stop This chapter describes all standard, country-spe‐ button, the Auto Start/Stop function is switched to standby. The function is activated from a cific and special equipment available for the speed of around 5 km/h, approximately 3 mph.
Page 124 Driving CONTROLS Displays in the instrument cluster ▷ Bonnet is unlocked. ▷ Park Assistant is activated. General ▷ Stop-and-go traffic. The display in the revolution ▷ Steptronic transmission: selector lever posi‐ counter indicates that the Auto tion in N or R. Start Stop function is ready for ▷...
Page 125 Driving CONTROLS Using the button ▷ Where there is a risk of condensation when the automatic air conditioning is switched on. ▷ The driver applies lock to the steering wheel. ▷ Steptronic transmission: Shift from selector lever position D to N or R. ▷...
Page 126 Driving CONTROLS Apply the parking brake. WARNING Automatic deactivation Unsupervised children or pets in the vehicle can set the vehicle in motion and endanger General themselves or other road users, for example by the following actions: In certain situations the Auto Start Stop function is deactivated automatically for safety reasons, ▷...
Page 127 Driving CONTROLS While the vehicle is in motion General The parking brake is automatically applied if the General following conditions are met: Use during the journey serves as an emergency ▷ Drive-ready state is switched off. brake. ▷ The driver's door is opened with the vehicle Pull and hold the switch.
Page 128 Driving CONTROLS There is a risk of accidents or injury. Do not When the brake is pressed, for example when leave children or pets unsupervised in the vehi‐ stopped at traffic lights, the vehicle is automati‐ cle. When leaving the vehicle, take the remote cally secured to prevent it from rolling away.
Page 129 Driving CONTROLS After a power failure Via iDrive: To restore parking brake functionality after a "CAR" power failure: "Settings" Switch on standby state. "Exterior lighting" "One-touch turn signal" Pull the switch with the brake pedal de‐ Select the desired setting. pressed or selector lever position P engaged The setting is saved for the currently used driver and then press it.
Page 130 Driving CONTROLS Wiper system ▷ Rest position of the wipers, position 0. ▷ Rain sensor, position 1. ▷ Normal wiper speed, position 2. General When the vehicle is at a standstill, the wipers Do not use the wipers on a dry windscreen, oth‐ switch to intermittent operation.
Page 131 Driving CONTROLS Safety note Upwards: high sensitivity of the rain sensor. Downwards: low sensitivity of the rain sensor. NOTE Windscreen washer In car washes, the wipers may inadvertently start moving if the rain sensor is activated. Safety notes There is a danger of damage to property. Deac‐ tivate the rain sensor in car washes.
Page 132 Driving CONTROLS Fold-out position of the wipers Press wiper lever down and hold until the wipers stop in an approximately vertical posi‐ tion. Principle In the fold-out position, the wipers can be folded away from the windscreen. General This is important, for example for replacing the wiper blades or folding them away from the windscreen in the event of frost.
Page 133 Driving CONTROLS Safety note door is opened and the brake pedal is not de‐ pressed. WARNING Engaging selector lever An unsecured vehicle can start moving and roll‐ positions ing away. There is a danger of accidents. Be‐ fore leaving the vehicle, secure it to prevent it General from rolling away, for example by applying the Apply the brakes until you are ready to drive off,...
Page 134 Driving CONTROLS point. The selector lever returns to the middle Standby state then remains switched on and position when released. a Check Control message is shown. The vehicle can now roll. NOTE Selector lever position P is automatically en‐ gaged when standby state is switched off. There is a danger of damage to property.
Page 135 Press the selector lever to the right. operation M/S when certain engine speed limits D is shown in the instrument cluster. are reached. On corresponding BMW M drive configurations, Manual operation M/S this function is active independently of the drive mode.
Page 136 Driving CONTROLS Short-term manual operation The gear selected appears briefly on the instru‐ ment cluster, followed by the gear currently in In selector lever position D, operating a shift pad‐ use. dle causes the system to switch to manual oper‐ ation temporarily.
Page 137 Driving CONTROLS Starting with Launch Control A Check Control message is shown. Switch on drive-ready state. Press the button. TRACTION is displayed in the instrument cluster and the DSC OFF indicator lamp is il‐ luminated. Engage selector lever position S. Press the brake firmly with the left foot.
Page 138 Driving CONTROLS General Button Drive mode Configura‐ tion The following systems are influenced, for exam‐ ple: ECO PRO ECO PRO INDIVIDUAL ▷ Engine characteristics. ADAPTIVE ADAPTIVE ▷ Steptronic transmission. ▷ Adaptive M suspension. The COMFORT drive mode is automatically se‐ ▷...
Page 139 Driving CONTROLS "Driving mode" "ECO PRO INDIVIDUAL" "SPORT INDIVIDUAL" Select the desired setting. Select the desired setting. The setting is saved for the currently used driver profile. The setting is saved for the currently used driver profile. Reset ECO PRO INDIVIDUAL to the default set‐ ting: Reset SPORT INDIVIDUAL to default setting: "Reset to ECO PRO STANDARD".
Page 140: Displays
Displays CONTROLS Displays Vehicle equipment Overview This chapter describes all standard, country-spe‐ cific and special equipment available for the model series. It may therefore describe equip‐ ment and functions which are not installed in your vehicle, for example on account of the op‐ tional equipment selected or the country specifi‐...
Page 141 Displays CONTROLS pending on the equipment and country specifi‐ "Displays" cations. "Driving mode view" Setting the display mode Additional settings "CAR" Principle "Settings" In addition to the driving modes, the instrument "Displays" cluster can be set to various display modes. "Instrument cluster"...
Page 142 Displays CONTROLS Display check the economy and environmental compati‐ bility of your driving style. Energy recuperation Energy recuperation involves converting the ki‐ netic energy of the vehicle into electrical energy in overrun mode. The vehicle battery is partially charged and fuel consumption can be lowered. ECO PRO bonus range In ECO PRO driving mode, the ECO PRO bonus range, see page 257, shows how the range is in‐...
Page 143 Select the required text message. matically. Select the desired setting: ▷ "Call BMW Accident Assistance" Temporary display Contact the BMW Group Accident Assis‐ Some Check Control messages are automati‐ tance. cally hidden after approximately 20 seconds. The ▷ "Service request"...
Page 144 Displays CONTROLS General Yellow lights Indicator and warning lamps can illuminate in a Anti-lock Brake System ABS variety of combinations and colours. When drive-ready state is switched on, the func‐ Braking force boost may be faulty. Avoid tionality of some lights is checked and they illu‐ sudden braking.
Page 145 Displays CONTROLS Side lights matically reactivated upon leaving the field of interference. The side lights are switched on. ▷ A wheel without TPM wheel electronics is fit‐ Side lights/low-beam headlights, see ted: have it checked by a Service Partner of page 158.
Page 146 Displays CONTROLS Fuel gauge Display Principle The current fill level of the fuel tank is displayed. General The angle of the vehicle may cause the display to fluctuate. Notes on refuelling, see page 266. ▷ Current engine speed is shown in the revolu‐ Display tion counter.
Page 147 Displays CONTROLS Engine temperature Range Display Principle The range shows what distance can still be cov‐ ▷ Cold engine: the pointer is lo‐ ered with the current amount of fuel in the tank. cated at a low temperature value. Drive with moderate en‐ General gine speed and vehicle speed.
Page 148 "Vehicle status" ter after the ignition is switched on. "Service requirements" The current service requirements can be read "BMW Service" out from the remote control by a service advisor. "Date:" Display Select the desired setting.
Page 149 Displays CONTROLS Essential maintenance routines and any stat‐ Example Description utory inspections required are displayed. Most efficient gear is engaged. "Service history" Performed maintenance is shown. Select an entry to display more detailed infor‐ Shift to a more efficient gear. mation.
Page 150 Displays CONTROLS Overtaking restriction display Overview Principle Camera Overtaking restriction signs and end of restriction signs that are detected by the camera are indica‐ ted by corresponding symbols in the instrument cluster and, if applicable, the Head-Up Display. General The system considers overtaking restrictions and ends of restrictions that are indicated by means of signs.
Page 151 Displays CONTROLS be displayed to indicate that a change in speed Symbols Description limit is ahead. Depending on the equipment, Speed limit applies to exit on temporary speed limits may also be displayed; left. for example, speed limits at roadworks or traffic management systems.
Page 152 Displays CONTROLS Display ▷ If the camera has overheated due to exces‐ sively high temperatures and has been tem‐ porarily deactivated. ▷ As a result of incorrect detection by the cam‐ era. ▷ If the speed limits stored in the navigation system or road data are incorrect.
Page 153 Displays CONTROLS Resetting journey data The data can be displayed and reset according to different intervals, for example after refuelling. The intervals at which the values are reset can be adjusted. Display on the Control Display Via iDrive: Overview "CAR" The following information is displayed: "Driving information"...
Page 154 Displays CONTROLS Vehicle status Via iDrive: "CAR" General "Driving information" "Journey data" The status can be displayed or actions per‐ formed for some systems. "Values since" "Reset individual" Calling up the vehicle status The values are reset. The interval setting for re‐ Via iDrive: setting the values is changed if applicable: "Individual ( )".
Page 155 Displays CONTROLS Overview "Displays" "Head-up display" "Display mode" Select the desired setting. The setting is saved for the currently used driver profile. Editing Individual Via iDrive: "CAR" Switching on/off "Settings" Via iDrive: "Displays" "CAR" "Head-up display" "Settings" "Configure Individual" "Displays" Select the desired setting.
Page 156 Displays CONTROLS Adjusting the height strument cluster or in the Head-Up Dis‐ play. Via iDrive: ▷ "Sport displays": show revolution counter "CAR" and shift lights in the Head-Up Display. "Settings" ▷ "Off": the sport displays are not shown "Displays" in the Head-Up Display. "Head-up display"...
Page 157: Lights
Lights CONTROLS Lights Vehicle equipment Symbol Function Automatic driving lights control. This chapter describes all standard, country-spe‐ Adaptive light functions. cific and special equipment available for the model series. It may therefore describe equip‐ Low-beam headlights. ment and functions which are not installed in your vehicle, for example on account of the op‐...
Page 158 Lights CONTROLS Switching off The indicator lamp in the instrument cluster is illuminated when the low-beam Press the button on the light switch ele‐ headlights are switched on. ment or switch on the drive-ready state. After switching on the drive-ready state, the au‐ System limits tomatic driving lights control is activated.
Page 159 Lights CONTROLS Welcome lights Daytime driving lights General General Depending on the equipment version, the exte‐ The daytime driving lights illuminate if drive- rior lights of the vehicle can be individually adjus‐ ready state is switched on. ted. Activating/deactivating Activating/deactivating In some countries daytime driving lights are com‐...
Page 160 Lights CONTROLS Cornering light General The adaptive light functions consist of one sys‐ tem or multiple systems, depending on the In sharp turns up to a specified speed, for exam‐ equipment version: ple in hairpin bends or when turning off, a corner‐ ing light is added to illuminate the inside area of ▷...
Page 161 Lights CONTROLS not switched on by the system in the low speed If a journey is interrupted with high-beam assis‐ range. tance activated: when the journey is resumed, high-beam assistance remains activated. The system responds to the lights from oncom‐ ing traffic and traffic driving ahead of you, and to High-beam assistance is deactivated by switch‐...
Page 162 Lights CONTROLS System limits ▷ When the windscreen in front of the rear-view mirror is covered with condensation, dirt, The high-beam assistance may only function to stickers, labels, etc. a limited extent. The availability of the adaptive light functions Fog lights might be restricted.
Page 163 Lights CONTROLS Selecting the colour scheme Interior light Via iDrive: Reading lights "CAR" "Settings" Switching the interior light on/off "Interior lighting" "Colour" Press the button. Select the desired setting. To switch off permanently: press and hold the Adjusting the brightness button for approximately 3 seconds.
Page 164: Safety
Safety CONTROLS Safety Vehicle equipment your vehicle, for example on account of the op‐ tional equipment selected or the country specifi‐ cation. This also applies to safety-relevant func‐ This chapter describes all standard, country-spe‐ tions and systems. Please comply with the cific and special equipment available for the relevant laws and regulations when using the model series.
Page 165 Safety CONTROLS The knee airbag supports the legs in the event of ▷ Do not use the front airbag cover on the front a head-on collision. passenger's side as a tray. ▷ Covers, seat covers, cushions or other ob‐ Protective effect jects not specifically suitable for seats with in‐...
Page 166 Safety CONTROLS Overview other qualified Service Partner or a specialist workshop. Display in the instrument cluster When drive-ready state is switched on, the warning lamp in the instrument clus‐ ter briefly illuminates in order to show the operational readiness of the entire airbag system and the belt tensioners.
Page 167 Safety CONTROLS Active pedestrian Activating the front passenger airbags protection Principle The active pedestrian protection system raises the bonnet if the vehicle's front end collides with a pedestrian. Sensors underneath the bumper are used for detection. General When the pedestrian protection system is trig‐ Insert the key and press inwards where nec‐...
Page 168 Safety CONTROLS Malfunction death. Have the system tested, repaired or re‐ moved and disposed of by a Service Partner of A Check Control message is shown. the manufacturer or another qualified Service The system has been triggered or is Partner or a specialist workshop. faulty.
Page 169 Safety CONTROLS Button Status WARNING Button illuminates green: all Intelligent Displays and warnings do not relieve you of Safety Systems are switched on. your personal responsibility. System limitations can mean that warnings or system responses Button illuminates orange: some Intel‐ are not issued or are issued too late, incorrectly ligent Safety Systems are switched or without justification.
Page 170 Safety CONTROLS Front-end collision warning WARNING with light braking function Displays and warnings do not relieve you of your personal responsibility. System limitations Principle can mean that warnings or system responses are not issued or are issued too late, incorrectly The system can help avoid accidents.
Page 171 Safety CONTROLS Camera "Configure INDIVIDUAL": depending on the equipment, the Intelligent Safety Systems can be configured individually. The individual settings are activated and saved for the currently used driver profile. As soon as a setting is changed in the menu, all settings in the menu are activated. Press the button repeatedly.
Page 172 Safety CONTROLS ▷ "Medium" An acute warning can be triggered even without a previous advance warning. ▷ "late": only acute warnings are displayed. The selected time is saved for the currently used Brake intervention driver profile. The warning prompts the driver to intervene ac‐ tively.
Page 173 Safety CONTROLS Detection range ▷ If the camera has overheated due to exces‐ sively high temperatures and has been tem‐ porarily deactivated. ▷ Depending on the equipment version: if the radar sensors are soiled or covered. ▷ Up to 10 seconds after starting the engine using the start/stop button.
Page 174 Safety CONTROLS ▷ Radar sensor in front bumper. conditions. Observe the traffic situation and in‐ tervene actively if the situation warrants it. Detection range WARNING Due to system limitations, individual functions may not work properly when tow-starting/ towing with activated Intelligent Safety Sys‐ tems.
Page 175 Safety CONTROLS With radar sensor Some Intelligent Safety Systems cannot be switched off individually. Press and hold the button. All Intelligent Safety Systems are switched off. Button Status Button illuminates green: all Intelligent Safety Systems are switched on. The radar sensor is in the lower area of the front Button illuminates orange: some Intel‐...
Page 176 Safety CONTROLS Functional limitations At low speeds, the vehicle can be braked to a stop. The system may have limited functionality in The brakes are only applied if driving stability has some situations, for example: not been impaired, for example by deactivation of ▷...
Page 177 Safety CONTROLS Overview If a lane marking is crossed in the speed range up to 210 km/h, approx. 130 mph, the system in‐ tervenes not only by vibrating but also with a Button in the vehicle brief active steering intervention. The system thereby helps to keep the vehicle in lane.
Page 178 Safety CONTROLS If all Intelligent Safety Systems were switched ▷ "Early": the system issues an early warn‐ off, all systems are now switched on. ing whenever a hazardous situation is de‐ tected. "Configure INDIVIDUAL": depending on the equipment, the Intelligent Safety Systems can be ▷...
Page 179 Safety CONTROLS Display in the instrument cluster ▷ Automatically after approximately 3 seconds. ▷ On returning to the correct lane. The symbol is illuminated green: a lane ▷ If the vehicle is braking heavily. marking has been detected on at least one side of the vehicle and warnings can ▷...
Page 180 Safety CONTROLS Safety notes ▷ Up to 10 seconds after starting the engine using the start/stop button. ▷ During the camera calibration process imme‐ WARNING diately after vehicle delivery. The system does not relieve you of your per‐ A Check Control message may be displayed in sonal responsibility to assess the visibility con‐...
Page 181 Safety CONTROLS Radar sensors "INDIVIDUAL": the Intelligent Safety Systems are switched on according to the individual settings. Some Intelligent Safety Systems cannot be switched off individually. Press and hold the button. All Intelligent Safety Systems are switched off. Button Status The radar sensors are located in the rear Button illuminates green: all Intelligent bumper.
Page 182 Safety CONTROLS System limits The setting is accepted for all Intelligent Safety Systems and saved for the currently used driver profile. Safety note Warning function WARNING The system may not respond at all, or may re‐ Light in the exterior mirror spond too late, incorrectly or without justifica‐...
Page 183 Safety CONTROLS Prevention of rear collision cidents. Adapt your driving style to the traffic conditions. Observe the traffic situation and in‐ tervene actively if the situation warrants it. Principle The system responds to vehicles approaching Overview from behind. Radar sensors General The radar sensors are located in the rear Two radar sensors in the rear bumper monitor...
Page 184 Safety CONTROLS Dynamic brake lights Harder vehicle braking In certain situations, it may be necessary to bring the vehicle to a standstill more quickly. Principle To do this, for a short time the braking pressure The brake lights flash to warn road users behind applied when stepping on the brake pedal must your vehicle that you are performing an emer‐...
Page 185 Safety CONTROLS Function The following settings can be selected during the display: The system is switched on every time drive- ▷ "Do not ask again" ready state is switched on. ▷ "Places to stop" After commencement of the journey, the system adapts to the driver so that an decrease in atten‐...
Page 186: Driving Stability Control Systems
Driving Stability Control Systems CONTROLS Driving Stability Control Systems Vehicle equipment Adaptive brake assist This chapter describes all standard, country-spe‐ In conjunction with Active Cruise Control, this cific and special equipment available for the system ensures that the brake responds even model series.
Page 187 Driving Stability Control Systems CONTROLS Deactivate/activate DSC ▷ Loss of grip of the front wheels which can lead to understeer. General Safety notes Driving stability during acceleration and cornering is restricted if DSC is deactivated. WARNING To assist driving stability, re-activate DSC as soon as possible.
Page 188 Driving Stability Control Systems CONTROLS Dynamic Traction Control Activate/deactivate DTC Activating DTC Press the button. Principle TRACTION is displayed in the instru‐ DTC is a variant of Dynamic Stability Control ment cluster and the DSC OFF indicator lamp is DSC and is optimised for forward momentum. illuminated.
Page 189 Driving Stability Control Systems CONTROLS The driver is responsible for a driving style ap‐ propriate to the situation. Variable sports steering The variable sports steering facilitates a direct and agile driving style with little steering effort. The variable sports steering works independently of the current speed, varying the steering ratio in line which the steering angle.
Page 190: Driver Assistance Systems
Driver Assistance Systems CONTROLS Driver Assistance Systems Vehicle equipment Operation Switching on This chapter describes all standard, country-spe‐ cific and special equipment available for the Press the button on the steering wheel. model series. It may therefore describe equip‐ ment and functions which are not installed in The current speed is adopted as the speed limit.
Page 191 Driver Assistance Systems CONTROLS Change speed limit The limit automatically becomes active again as soon as the current speed falls below the set speed limit. Warning when the speed limit is exceeded Visual warning If the speed limit is exceeded: the indica‐ tor lamp in the instrument cluster flashes Press the rocker switch repeatedly upwards or for as long as you exceed the set speed...
Page 192 Driver Assistance Systems CONTROLS Status display ▷ If the road is icy, if there is fog or snow, if conditions are wet or on a loose road sur‐ With the corresponding equipment, the set face. speed limit is displayed digitally for a short time. There is a danger of accidents or damage to property.
Page 193 Driver Assistance Systems CONTROLS Setting the speed The indicator lamps are illuminated in the instru‐ ment cluster and the speedometer marker is set to the current speed. Maintaining and saving the speed Cruise Control is active. The driven speed is maintained and stored as the desired speed.
Page 194 Driver Assistance Systems CONTROLS Displays in the instrument ▷ Each time the rocker switch is pressed to the resistance point, the desired speed is in‐ cluster creased or decreased by 1 km/h, 1 mph. ▷ Each time the rocker switch is pressed be‐ Display in the speedometer yond the resistance point, the desired speed ▷...
Page 195 Driver Assistance Systems CONTROLS Active Cruise Control with conditions. Observe the traffic situation and in‐ tervene actively if the situation warrants it. Stop & Go ACC Principle WARNING This system allows you to set a desired speed An unsecured vehicle can start moving and roll‐ and a desired distance from the vehicle in front, ing away.
Page 196 Driver Assistance Systems CONTROLS Overview Camera Buttons on the steering wheel Button Function Cruise Control on/off, see page 196. Store current speed. Speed Limit Assist, see page 202: adopt the suggested speed manually. The camera is located on the front side of the rear-view mirror.
Page 197 Driver Assistance Systems CONTROLS Switching off Setting the speed When switching off with the vehicle at a stand‐ Maintaining and saving the speed still, depress the brake pedal at the same time. Press the following button on the steering wheel again: Button on the steering wheel.
Page 198 Driver Assistance Systems CONTROLS Resuming Cruise Control ▷ Each time the rocker switch is pressed to the resistance point, the desired speed is in‐ If Cruise Control is interrupted, it can be resumed creased or decreased by 1 km/h, 1 mph. by calling up the saved speed.
Page 199 Driver Assistance Systems CONTROLS Symbol Description ▷ Press the button. Distance 3 A Check Control message is displayed after switching. Corresponds to approximately half of the value of the speed‐ Displays in the instrument ometer reading, expressed in metres. Selected when the sys‐ cluster tem is switched on for the first time.
Page 200 Driver Assistance Systems CONTROLS Indicator and warning lamps ▷ Speed above approximately 70 km/h, 40 mph. Symbol Description System limits Green indicator lamp: the sys‐ tem is active. Detection range No indicator lamp: the system is switched off. Vehicle symbol flashes: The requirements for operation of the system are no longer be‐...
Page 201 Driver Assistance Systems CONTROLS the selected distance of its own accord. In some again, the system will resume control of the vehi‐ circumstances, it may also not be possible to re‐ cle's speed. store the selected distance if you are driving sig‐ nificantly faster than vehicles in front, for example Driving off when rapidly approaching a lorry.
Page 202 Driver Assistance Systems CONTROLS Malfunction Safety notes Radar sensor WARNING The system cannot be activated if the radar sen‐ The system does not relieve you of your per‐ sor is not correctly aligned, for example following sonal responsibility to assess the traffic situa‐ parking damage.
Page 203 Driver Assistance Systems CONTROLS Setting the speed adjustment ▷ "Adjust automatically": the detected speed limit is adopted automatically. It is possible to set whether the speed limit ▷ "Adjust manually": the detected speed should be accepted exactly, or with a tolerance limit can be adopted manually.
Page 204 Driver Assistance Systems CONTROLS Overview Depending on the equipment version: obstacles at the side of the vehicle that are detected by the side ultrasonic sensors may also be reported by Button in the vehicle the flank protection, see page 206, function. General The ultrasonic sensors for measuring distances are located in the bumpers, and if applicable on...
Page 205 Driver Assistance Systems CONTROLS Via iDrive: If the distance to a detected object is less than approximately 25 cm, 10 in, a continuous tone "CAR" sounds. "Settings" If there are objects in front of and behind the ve‐ "Driver assistance" hicle at the same time, and they are at a distance of less than approximately 25 cm, 10 in, an alter‐...
Page 206 Driver Assistance Systems CONTROLS Safety note The recording range of the sensors is shown in green, yellow and red if obstacles are detected within the range. WARNING Driving path lines are displayed for better estima‐ The system does not relieve you of your per‐ tion of the space required.
Page 207 Driver Assistance Systems CONTROLS Display Limits of ultrasound measurement Certain conditions and objects may push ultra‐ sound measurement to its limits, including the following: ▷ Small children and animals. ▷ Persons wearing certain types of clothing, for example a coat. ▷...
Page 208 Driver Assistance Systems CONTROLS Safety note ▷ In heavy rain. ▷ If the sensors are very soiled or covered with ice. WARNING ▷ If the sensors are covered with snow. The system does not relieve you of your per‐ ▷ On rough road surfaces.
Page 209 Driver Assistance Systems CONTROLS Switching on/off Assistance functions Switching on automatically General The system is automatically switched on if selec‐ A number of assistance functions can be active tor lever position R is engaged while the engine simultaneously. is running. The assistance functions can be activated man‐...
Page 210 Driver Assistance Systems CONTROLS Turning circle lines The colour incrementation corresponds to the markings of Park Distance Control PDC. Setting brightness and contrast via iDrive With rear-view camera switched on: If necessary, tilt the Controller to the right. "Camera picture" 3.
Page 211 Driver Assistance Systems CONTROLS Parking Assistant Steptronic transmission The Park Assistant calculates the ideal parking line and takes over the following functions during Principle a parking operation: ▷ Steering. ▷ Accelerating and braking. ▷ Changing gear. The parking operation takes place automatically. Safety notes WARNING The system supports the driver in the following...
Page 212 Driver Assistance Systems CONTROLS Overview ▷ Maximum distance to the row of parked vehi‐ cles: 1.5 m, 5 ft. Button in the vehicle Suitable parking space General: ▷ Gap behind an object that is at least 0.5 m, 1.7 ft long. ▷...
Page 213 Driver Assistance Systems CONTROLS Switching on with reverse gear ▷ Suitable parking spaces are shown on the Control Display on the edge of the roadway Engage reverse gear. next to the vehicle symbol. When Park Assis‐ It is possible to display the current status of the tant is active, suitable parking spaces are parking space search on the Control Display.
Page 214 Driver Assistance Systems CONTROLS The system takes over the steering. ▷ If the brake pedal remains pressed for a rela‐ tively long period when the vehicle is station‐ Follow the instructions on the Control Dis‐ ary. play. ▷ When the driver's seat belt is unfastened. Steptronic transmission: A Check Control message is shown.
Page 215 Driver Assistance Systems CONTROLS General Depending on the equipment version: reversing assistant Steptronic transmission Principle The Park Assistant calculates the optimum line to take when driving out of the space and takes The system supports the driver when reversing, over the following functions during the manoeu‐ for example when driving out of tight parking vre: spaces or narrow roads.
Page 216 Driver Assistance Systems CONTROLS When reversing, pay attention to the vehicle Observe the information on the system limits surroundings and observe the PDC informa‐ and intervene actively if necessary. tion. Brake if necessary. Follow the instructions on the Control Display No parking assistance as applicable.
Page 217 Driver Assistance Systems CONTROLS General ▷ Trailer drawbars and tow hitches of other ve‐ hicles. ▷ Thin or wedge-shaped objects. ▷ Moving objects. ▷ Higher protruding objects, for example pro‐ jecting walls. ▷ Objects with corners, edges and smooth sur‐ faces.
Page 218 Driver Assistance Systems CONTROLS Radar sensors Switching off automatically The system switches off automatically in the following situations: ▷ If walking speed is exceeded. ▷ When a certain distance is exceeded. ▷ During active parking with the Park Assistant. Warning General The radar sensors are located in the rear The Control Display shows the corresponding...
Page 219 Driver Assistance Systems CONTROLS Acoustic warning In addition to the visual display, a warning signal sounds when your own vehicle is moving in the corresponding direction. System limits The system may have limited functionality in the following situations: ▷ If the approaching vehicle is travelling very fast.
Page 220: Driving Comfort
Driving comfort CONTROLS Driving comfort Vehicle equipment Performance Control This chapter describes all standard, country-spe‐ Performance Control increases the agility of the cific and special equipment available for the vehicle. model series. It may therefore describe equip‐ Individual wheels are braked to increase agility ment and functions which are not installed in for a sporty driving style.
Page 221: Climate
Climate CONTROLS Climate Vehicle equipment Automatic air conditioning This chapter describes all standard, country-spe‐ Overview cific and special equipment available for the model series. It may therefore describe equip‐ Buttons in the vehicle ment and functions which are not installed in your vehicle, for example on account of the op‐...
Page 222 Climate CONTROLS "Driver" Button Function "Temperature:" Rear window heating, see Set the desired temperature. page 224. Avoid switching between different temperature Seat heating, see page 113. settings in rapid succession. The automatic air conditioning may not have sufficient time to es‐ Air flow, manual, see page 224.
Page 223 Climate CONTROLS Maximum cooling effect "Heating/ventilation" "Automatic" Principle Depending on the selected temperature and ex‐ When drive-ready state is switched on, the sys‐ ternal influences, the air is directed towards the tem is set to lowest temperature, optimum air windscreen, the side windows the upper body flow and recirculated-air mode.
Page 224 Climate CONTROLS If there is condensation, shut down recirculated- If there is condensation, remove it, see air mode or remove the condensation, see page 229. page 229. Defrosting the windscreen and To adjust the air flow manually removing condensation Principle Principle The air flow for air conditioning can be set man‐...
Page 225 Climate CONTROLS Automatic air conditioning Button Function with extended functionality Seat heating, see page 113. Overview Air-conditioning mode, see page 226. Buttons in the vehicle To call up the air conditioning menu, see page 225. For the following settings, for ex‐ ample: upper body temperature adjustment, independent venti‐...
Page 226 Climate CONTROLS Switching off The set interior temperature for driver and front seat passenger is not changed by this. Hold down the button until the control shuts down. Adjusting Via iDrive: Temperature "CAR" Principle "Settings" "Climate comfort" The automatic air conditioning adjusts to the set temperature as quickly as possible, using maxi‐...
Page 227 Climate CONTROLS The cooling function is switched on automati‐ Via iDrive: cally in the AUTO programme. "CAR" When the automatic air conditioning is in opera‐ "Settings" tion, condensation develops and exits under‐ "Climate comfort" neath the vehicle. "Heating/ventilation" Maximum cooling effect "Driver"...
Page 228 Climate CONTROLS Automatic air recirculation The LED is illuminated when the recirculated-air mode is switched on. The outside air supply is control AUC permanently shut off. Principle Via iDrive: Automatic air recirculation control AUC detects "CAR" pollutants in the outside air. The supply of out‐ "Settings"...
Page 229 Climate CONTROLS To adjust the air distribution The programme is switched off automatically if settings are changed on the front passenger's manually side or in the rear passenger compartment. Principle Defrosting the windscreen and The air distribution for air conditioning can be set removing condensation manually.
Page 230 The system can be switched on and off directly or for a preselected departure time. Direct ventilation The system can also be used via the BMW Con‐ Align the air flow directly onto the vehicle occu‐ nected app. pants. The air flow provides noticeable heating or cooling depending on the set temperature.
Page 231 Climate CONTROLS Departure time Individual settings can be performed for certain air conditioning functions. Principle Switching on/off directly To ensure a pleasant interior temperature in the vehicle at the start of the journey, it is possible to General set different departure times. The system can be switched on or off in various ▷...
Page 232 Climate CONTROLS "Climate comfort" WARNING "Auxiliary ventilation" or "Auxiliary heating/ ventilation" When the standing air conditioning is operating, high temperatures can be generated under the "Preconditioning for departure" body, for example because of the exhaust sys‐ Activate the required departure time. tem.
Page 233 Display Calling up the air conditioning menu Symbol Description Press the button. Symbol on the BMW display key for the automatic air The climate comfort menu is displayed. conditioning. Individual settings can be performed for certain The symbol flashes when air conditioning functions.
Page 234 Climate CONTROLS Operating air conditioning The system is switched on around 10 minutes before the set departure time and remains on for functions using spoken up to 5 minutes after the set departure time. commands For safety reasons, the system can only be switched on twice in succession.
Page 235: Interior Equipment
Interior equipment CONTROLS Interior equipment Vehicle equipment Safety note This chapter describes all standard, country-spe‐ WARNING cific and special equipment available for the Parts of the body can be trapped when operat‐ model series. It may therefore describe equip‐ ing radio-controlled systems with the ment and functions which are not installed in integrated universal remote control, for example your vehicle, for example on account of the op‐...
Page 236 Interior equipment CONTROLS ▷ Hand-held transmitter arrow 3; required for ▷ The LED does not flash green after programming. 60 seconds: programming could not be completed. Repeat steps 3 to 6. Programming To programme other functions on other buttons, repeat steps 3 to 5. General The battery in the hand-held transmitter must be Special instruction for alternating-...
Page 237 Interior equipment CONTROLS Reprogramming individual Operation buttons Switch on standby state. WARNING Press and hold the button on the rear-view Parts of the body can be trapped when operat‐ mirror to be programmed. ing radio-controlled systems with the integrated universal remote control, for example As soon as the LED on the rear-view mirror garage door.
Page 238 Interior equipment CONTROLS Folding up Emptying To close the sun visor, proceed in reverse order. Vanity mirror A vanity mirror is situated in the sun visor behind a cover. The mirror light switches on when the cover is opened. Ashtrays With the cover closed, take hold of the ashtray by the handle on the side, arrow 1, and lift it out, ar‐...
Page 239 Interior equipment CONTROLS Centre console To avoid damage to the socket, do not insert an incompatible plug. Safety notes WARNING Devices and cables, for example portable navi‐ gation devices, that are located in the deploy‐ ment range of the airbags may impede airbag deployment or be flung around the vehicle inte‐...
Page 240 Interior equipment CONTROLS Centre console Properties: ▷ USB port type C. Push the cover forward. ▷ For charging mobile devices. ▷ Charging current: max. 3 A. ▷ For data transfer. In the centre console NOTE Objects in the storage compartment, for exam‐ The socket is located between the ashtray ple large USB connectors, can block or damage and the wireless charging dock.
Page 241 Interior equipment CONTROLS ▷ For data transfer. Online Edition for Part no. xxx - X/18...
Page 242: Storage Compartments
Storage compartments CONTROLS Storage compartments Vehicle equipment devices connected by cable to the vehicle are secured in place in the interior. This chapter describes all standard, country-spe‐ cific and special equipment available for the NOTE model series. It may therefore describe equip‐ ment and functions which are not installed in Anti-slip mats can damage the dashboard.
Page 243 Storage compartments CONTROLS Glove box on the Pockets in the doors passenger side General Safety note There are storage compartments in the doors. Safety note WARNING The glove box projects into the interior when it WARNING is opened. Objects in the glove box may be flung around the interior during the journey, for Fragile objects, for example glass bottles or example in an accident or during braking and...
Page 244 Storage compartments CONTROLS Centre armrest Opening General There is a storage compartment in the centre armrest between the seats. Opening Press the button. The lighting in the centre armrest comes on. Closing Push cover downwards until it engages. Press the button. Storage compartment The lighting in the centre armrest comes on.
Page 245 Storage compartments CONTROLS Adjusting the net Move the top edge of the net to the right height. Take hold of the net as close to the edge as pos‐ sible, next to the bracket. There will be initial re‐ sistance to overcome. Online Edition for Part no.
Page 246: Boot
Boot CONTROLS Boot Vehicle equipment WARNING Loose objects or devices connected by a cable This chapter describes all standard, country-spe‐ to the vehicle, for example mobile telephones, cific and special equipment available for the may be flung around the interior during the model series.
Page 247 Boot CONTROLS Lashing eyes in the boot Tensioning strap There is a tensioning strap on the right-hand trim General panel for securing small objects. Equipment for securing the transported load, for example lashing straps, tensioning straps or lug‐ gage nets, must be secured to the lashing eyes in the boot.
Page 248 Boot CONTROLS Side storage compartment, In the boot: open the cover fully. The cover is fixed by a magnet. left There is a storage compartment on the left side of the boot. Through-loading system Principle The through-loading system makes it possible to transport lengthy objects, for example skis.
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Page 251: Driving Hints
DRIVING HINTS Driving precautions ................. 252 Saving fuel ....................256 Online Edition for Part no. xxx - X/18...
Page 252: Driving Precautions
Driving precautions DRIVING HINTS Driving precautions Vehicle equipment Engine, gearbox and differential Up to 2000 km, 1200 miles This chapter describes all standard, country-spe‐ cific and special equipment available for the Do not exceed the maximum engine revs and model series. It may therefore describe equip‐ speed: ment and functions which are not installed in ▷...
Page 253 Driving precautions DRIVING HINTS General driving information Exhaust gas particle filter Principle Closing the boot lid The exhaust gas particle filter collects soot parti‐ cles. The soot particles are burned at high tem‐ Safety note peratures to clean the exhaust gas particle filter as necessary.
Page 254 Driving precautions DRIVING HINTS Radio signals ▷ Only drive through still water. ▷ Only drive through water up to a max. depth of 25 cm, 9.8 in. WARNING ▷ Drive through water at a walking speed of no Certain vehicle functions may be affected by in‐ more than 5 km/h, 3 mph.
Page 255 Driving precautions DRIVING HINTS floor mats that are suitable for the vehicle and can be securely fastened to the floor. Do not WARNING use loose floor mats, and do not place several When idling or with the engine switched off, floor mats on top of one another.
Page 256: Saving Fuel
Saving fuel DRIVING HINTS Saving fuel Vehicle equipment Tyres General This chapter describes all standard, country-spe‐ cific and special equipment available for the Tyres can have differing effects on consumption. model series. It may therefore describe equip‐ For example, consumption can be affected by ment and functions which are not installed in tyre size.
Page 257 On downward stretches, take your foot off the BMW Service Partner. accelerator and allow the vehicle to roll. Please also see the BMW Maintenance System, The fuel supply is interrupted in overrun mode. see page 301. Switch off the engine if stopping...
Page 258 Saving fuel DRIVING HINTS Overview ▷ "ECO PRO light and sight" ▷ "Damping" ▷ "Steering" ▷ "Reset to ECO PRO STANDARD" The settings are saved for the currently used driver profile. ECO PRO Limit ▷ Activate ECO PRO Limit: "ECO PRO limit" Button An ECO PRO tip is shown when the speed of the set ECO PRO limit is exceeded.
Page 259 Saving fuel DRIVING HINTS Damping Consumption display The following settings can be selected: ▷ "COMFORT" ▷ "SPORT" Steering The following settings can be selected: ▷ "COMFORT" ▷ "SPORT" A pointer in the consumption display provides in‐ Resetting settings formation about the current driving style: Reset ECO PRO INDIVIDUAL to the default set‐...
Page 260 Saving fuel DRIVING HINTS Displaying energy flow information Display Via iDrive: Display in the instrument cluster "CAR" An alert regarding a section of the route "Driving information" ahead is given as a recommendation to "Energy flow" use the coasting function. Following functions are displayed: An additional symbol shows the detected section ▷...
Page 261 Saving fuel DRIVING HINTS Adjust the speed by braking as necessary. The function is active if the following conditions are met: System limits ▷ System detects a calm and smooth driving style. The function is not available in the following sit‐ uations: ▷...
Page 262 Saving fuel DRIVING HINTS General The route covered in coasting mode is displayed in the journey data. The current trip is evaluated. To support an efficient driving style, ECO PRO tips are shown during the journey. Adapting the driving style can increase the range of the vehicle.
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Page 265: Mobility
MOBILITY Refuelling ....................266 Wheels and tyres ..................268 Engine compartment ................291 Service products ..................294 Maintenance ..................... 301 Replacing parts ..................304 Breakdown Assist ................... 308 General care ..................... 317 Online Edition for Part no. xxx - X/18...
Page 266: Refuelling
Refuelling MOBILITY Refuelling Vehicle equipment NOTE Fuels are poisonous and aggressive. Overfilling This chapter describes all standard, country-spe‐ the fuel tank can damage the fuel system. If cific and special equipment available for the fuel comes into contact with paintwork, it can model series.
Page 267 Refuelling MOBILITY Place the fuel tank cap in the holder on the fuel filler flap. Closing WARNING The retaining strap of the fuel tank cap may be‐ come trapped and crushed when turning the cap to close it. It will then not be possible to close the cap properly.
Page 268: Wheels And Tyres
Wheels and tyres MOBILITY Wheels and tyres Vehicle equipment Tyre inflation pressure information This chapter describes all standard, country-spe‐ On the door pillar cific and special equipment available for the model series. It may therefore describe equip‐ ment and functions which are not installed in your vehicle, for example on account of the op‐...
Page 269 Wheels and tyres MOBILITY For Australia/New Zealand Checking using tyre inflation pressure inscriptions on the door pillar WARNING The tyre inflation pressure inscriptions on the The inflation pressures on the tyre label are ap‐ tyre inflation pressure sign on the door pillar only plicable only for tyres explicitly mentioned on relate to cold tyres or tyres at the same tempera‐...
Page 270 Wheels and tyres MOBILITY After adjusting the tyre inflation Minimum tread depth pressure For Tyre Pressure Monitor TPM: For tyres that cannot be found in the tyre infla‐ tion pressure inscriptions on the Control Display, reset the Tyre Pressure Monitor TPM. Speed code Q = up to 160 km/h/100 mph R = up to 170 km/h/106 mph...
Page 271 Wheels and tyres MOBILITY Replacement of wheels and Safety notes tyres WARNING If the tyres are damaged, the tyre inflation pres‐ Fitting and balancing sure may be reduced, which in turn could Have the wheel fitted and balanced by a Service cause you to lose control of the vehicle.
Page 272 Wheels and tyres MOBILITY Retreaded tyres WARNING Incorrect wheel/tyre combinations impair the WARNING vehicle's handling characteristics and interfere Retreaded tyres may have different tyre car‐ with the proper functioning of various systems, casses. Their durability may be reduced with such as the Anti-lock Brake System or Dy‐ increasing age.
Page 273 Wheels and tyres MOBILITY Swapping over front and rear Safety notes wheels Swapping the front wheels with the rear wheels WARNING or vice versa is not permitted on vehicles with A run-flat tyre which has low tyre inflation pres‐ different tyre or rim dimensions on the front and sure or no tyre inflation pressure at all will rear axles.
Page 274 Wheels and tyres MOBILITY Overview ▷ Set up the warning triangle an appropriate distance away. Storage Mobility System Principle With the Mobility System, minor tyre damage can be quickly sealed, to allow you to drive on. For this purpose, liquid sealant is pumped into the tyres which encloses the damage from the inside when it hardens.
Page 275 Wheels and tyres MOBILITY 3 Tyre inflation pressure indicator NOTE 4 Reduce tyre inflation pressure button The compressor can overheat if operated for 5 On/Off button too long. There is a danger of damage to prop‐ 6 Compressor erty. Do not let the compressor run for longer 7 Plug/cable for socket than 10 minutes.
Page 276 Wheels and tyres MOBILITY Checking and adjusting the tyre Screw the filler hose of the sealant container onto the tyre valve of the faulty wheel. inflation pressure Checking Switch off compressor. Read off the tyre inflation pressure as shown on the tyre pressure indicator. To be able to continue the journey, a tyre infla‐...
Page 277 Wheels and tyres MOBILITY Adjusting Insert the plug into the socket in the vehicle interior. Stop in a suitable area. Screw the connecting hose of the compres‐ sor directly onto the tyre valve. Switch on the compressor with standby state switched on or the engine running.
Page 278 Wheels and tyres MOBILITY Have the punctured tyre and the sealant con‐ ▷ 225/50 R17. tainer of the Mobility System replaced as soon as ▷ 255/40 R18. possible. Observe the snow chain manufacturer's instruc‐ tions. Snow chains Do not reset the Tyre Pressure Monitor TPM with snow chains fitted, as it may give incorrect readings.
Page 279 Wheels and tyres MOBILITY Safety note The tyre sizes of the fitted tyres can be found in the tyre inflation pressure information, see page 268, or directly on the tyres. WARNING The tyre specifications do not have to be re-en‐ The display showing the specified tyre inflation tered if the tyre inflation pressure is corrected.
Page 280 Wheels and tyres MOBILITY Status display be corrected to the value of the displayed speci‐ fied pressures. Current status The specified pressure is adjusted immediately if the load status is changed in the tyre settings. The status of the system, for example whether the system is active, can be shown on the Con‐...
Page 281 Wheels and tyres MOBILITY Tyres with special approval: stability to be maintained. There is a danger of accidents. Do not continue driving if the vehicle performing a reset is fitted with normal tyres. Comply with the Via iDrive: notes on run-flat tyres and continuing to drive with these tyres.
Page 282 Wheels and tyres MOBILITY If there is a significant loss of tyre notes on run-flat tyres and continuing to drive with these tyres. inflation pressure Message If a tyre inflation pressure test is A yellow warning lamp is illuminated in required the instrument cluster.
Page 283 Wheels and tyres MOBILITY The symbol identifying run-flat tyres, see Symbol Possible cause page 273, is a circle with the letters RSC on There has been a loss of tyre infla‐ the tyre side wall. tion pressure. What to do in the event of a flat No reset has been performed on the system.
Page 284 Wheels and tyres MOBILITY Maximum speed Final tyre failure If a tyre is damaged you can continue your jour‐ Vibration or loud noises during the journey may ney, but do not exceed a maximum speed of be an indication that the tyre has finally failed. 80 km/h, 50 mph.
Page 285 Wheels and tyres MOBILITY Malfunction death. If the vehicle is raised with the jack, do not lie underneath the vehicle and do not start the engine. Message The yellow warning lamp flashes and is then illuminated continuously. A Check DANGER Control message is shown.
Page 286 AS/NZS 2693 one being changed. 2007 – "Vehicle jacks" contains the following warning note which BMW hereby adopts: "... no On a slight downhill slope person should place any portion of their body under a vehicle that is supported by a jack"...
Page 287 Wheels and tyres MOBILITY Thiefproof wheel studs ▷ Switch on the hazard warning lights. ▷ Apply the parking brake. Principle ▷ Engage a gear or select selector lever posi‐ The wheel locking bolts have a special coding. tion P. The blots can only be released with the adapter ▷...
Page 288 Wheels and tyres MOBILITY Raising vehicle Remove your hand from the jack as soon as the jack is under load and continue to turn the jack crank or lever with one hand. WARNING Make sure that the base of the vehicle jack is Your hands or fingers could get trapped when extended perpendicular to and at right angles using the jack.
Page 289 Wheels and tyres MOBILITY Safety note studs belonging to the wheels may also have to be used. Tighten the remaining wheel studs until fin‐ WARNING ger-tight and then tighten all the wheel studs The emergency wheel has special dimensions. crosswise. When driving with an emergency wheel, the Turn the jack crank anticlockwise to retract driving properties may change, for example re‐...
Page 290 Wheels and tyres MOBILITY Remove the bag containing the emergency wheel and the tools for changing wheels from the boot, arrow 2. Open the bag, take out the emergency wheel and the tools for changing wheels. Inserting the emergency wheel Stow the emergency wheel and the tools for changing wheels in the bag.
Page 291: Engine Compartment
Engine compartment MOBILITY Engine compartment Vehicle equipment your vehicle, for example on account of the op‐ tional equipment selected or the country specifi‐ cation. This also applies to safety-relevant func‐ This chapter describes all standard, country-spe‐ tions and systems. Please comply with the cific and special equipment available for the relevant laws and regulations when using the model series.
Page 292 Engine compartment MOBILITY Bonnet WARNING Parts of the body can become trapped when Safety notes opening and closing the bonnet. There is a danger of injury. When opening and closing, make sure that the area of movement of the WARNING bonnet is kept clear.
Page 293 Engine compartment MOBILITY Watch out for any protruding parts of the bonnet. Closing Allow the bonnet to drop from a height of ap‐ proximately 50 cm, 20 in. The bonnet must engage on both sides. Online Edition for Part no. xxx - X/18...
Page 294: Service Products
Service products MOBILITY Service products Vehicle equipment The engine has knock control. This means that different petrol grades can be used. This chapter describes all standard, country-spe‐ Safety notes cific and special equipment available for the model series. It may therefore describe equip‐ ment and functions which are not installed in NOTE your vehicle, for example on account of the op‐...
Page 295 Service products MOBILITY Minimum grade NOTE Unleaded petrol, RON 91. Too much engine oil can damage the engine or the catalytic converter. There is a danger of damage to property. Do not top up with too much engine oil. If there is too much engine oil, have the engine oil level corrected by a Service Partner of the manufacturer or another qualified Service Partner or a specialist workshop.
Page 296 Service products MOBILITY Adding engine oil The engine oil level is displayed. System limits General When frequently making short trips or using a Do not top up engine oil unless a message is dis‐ dynamic driving style, it may not be possible to played in the instrument cluster.
Page 297 Turn the cap anticlockwise to open. Suitable engine oil grades Replenish with engine oils with the following oil specifications. Petrol engine BMW Longlife-04. BMW Longlife-12 FE. BMW Longlife-17 FE+. Add engine oil. Tighten cap. Alternative engine oil grades Engine oil grades for topping up If suitable engine oils are not available, up to 1 li‐...
Page 298 Service products MOBILITY additives is available from a Service Partner of Viscosity classes the manufacturer or another qualified Service SAE 0W-40. Partner or a specialist workshop. SAE 5W-40. Safety notes Viscosity classes with a high viscosity grade can increase fuel consumption. WARNING Additional information on suitable oil specifica‐...
Page 299 Service products MOBILITY Safety notes The coolant level is correct if it is between the Min. and Max. marks in the filler neck. WARNING Some antifreezes can contain toxic substances, and are flammable. There is a risk of fire and fa‐ tal injury.
Page 300 Service products MOBILITY Overview The reservoir for the washer fluid is located in the engine compartment. Malfunction Using undiluted screenwash concentrate or anti‐ freeze made of alcohol may result in false indica‐ tions at low temperatures below -15 ℃/+5 ℉. Online Edition for Part no.
Page 301: Maintenance
It is therefore important, that you give the service corresponding functions and systems. advisor the remote control that was last used when driving the vehicle. BMW Maintenance System Periods out of use The maintenance system indicates what mainte‐ Periods when the vehicle is out of use with its nance measures are required and thereby assists battery disconnected are not taken into account.
Page 302 IT systems NOTE of BMW AG, Munich. Incorrect use of the OBD on-board diagnosis The data entered in the electronic service history socket can result in malfunctions in the vehicle.
Page 303 Maintenance MOBILITY Recycling The manufacturer of the vehicle recommends handing the vehicle in at a take-back point nomi‐ nated by the manufacturer at the end of its life cycle. The regulations concerning the returning of end-of-life vehicles may vary from country to country.
Page 304: Replacing Parts
Replacing parts MOBILITY Replacing parts Vehicle equipment not fold in or switch on the wiper without a wiper blade installed. This chapter describes all standard, country-spe‐ cific and special equipment available for the NOTE model series. It may therefore describe equip‐ ment and functions which are not installed in When wipers are folded away from the wind‐...
Page 305 Replacing parts MOBILITY Headlight glass Insert the new wiper blade and press into the holder until it engages. During cool or humid weather, the headlight Fold in the wipers. glass can mist over on the inside. When driving with the lights switched on, the condensation disappears after a short time.
Page 306 Replacing parts MOBILITY Charging the battery Disposing of the old battery Dispose of old batteries at a Service General Partner of the manufacturer or another Ensure the battery is sufficiently charged to qualified Service Partner or a specialist guarantee the entire lifetime of the battery. workshop or hand them into an authorised col‐...
Page 307 Replacing parts MOBILITY Replacing fuses The manufacturer of the vehicle recommends having fuses changed by a Service Partner of the manufacturer or another qualified Service Partner or a specialist workshop. Online Edition for Part no. xxx - X/18...
Page 308: Breakdown Assist
Breakdown Assist MOBILITY Breakdown Assist Vehicle equipment To remove, release the mounts. This chapter describes all standard, country-spe‐ First-aid kit cific and special equipment available for the model series. It may therefore describe equip‐ ment and functions which are not installed in General your vehicle, for example on account of the op‐...
Page 309 Control Display is switched on. In the case of a breakdown, data on the vehicle "Start Teleservice Call" condition can be transferred to the BMW break‐ down assistance. It is possible that malfunctions can be remedied directly. BMW Accident Assistance...
Page 310 A text message prompting the driver to call For technical reasons, it might not be possible to BMW Accident Assistance is shown on the Con‐ make an emergency call in highly adverse condi‐ trol Display. tions. The connection can be established directly: "Call BMW Accident Assistance"...
Page 311 If a cancellation request is displayed on the Control Display, the emergency call can be Even if no emergency call through BMW is pos‐ cancelled. sible, in some cases an emergency call may still be established to a public emergency call num‐...
Page 312 When an emergency call is sent via BMW, ▷ Do not allow the extinguishing agent to data is sent to the emergency call centre in come into contact with the skin. Pro‐...
Page 313 Breakdown Assist MOBILITY Take note of the next maintenance date for the Switch off the engine of the other vehicle. fire extinguisher. Switch off any power consumers in both ve‐ Replace the fire extinguisher after use or have it hicles. refilled.
Page 314 Breakdown Assist MOBILITY Steptronic transmission: sponding jump-starting connection on the vehicle to be started. transporting the vehicle Connect a terminal clamp on the negative/– jump lead to the negative terminal of the bat‐ General tery or the corresponding engine or body Do not have the vehicle towed.
Page 315 Breakdown Assist MOBILITY Towing other vehicles Towing rope Ensure that the towing rope is taut when the General towing vehicle drives off. Switch on the hazard warning lights, depending Use nylon ropes or straps, which will enable the on local regulations. vehicle to be towed without jerking.
Page 316 Breakdown Assist MOBILITY Thread for towing eye Press the marking on the edge of the cover to push it out. For covers which have an opening instead of a marking, pull the cover out by the opening. Tow-starting Do not attempt to tow-start the vehicle. If necessary, start the engine using starting as‐...
Page 317: General Care
General care MOBILITY General care Vehicle equipment Distances and temperature ▷ Maximum temperature: 60 ℃/140 ℉. This chapter describes all standard, country-spe‐ ▷ Minimum distance to sensors, cameras, cific and special equipment available for the seals: 30 cm, approximately 12 in. model series.
Page 318 There is a danger of damage to property. Do General not switch off standby state in car washes. BMW recommends using care and cleaning products from BMW. Suitable care products are General available from a Service Partner of the manufac‐ turer or another qualified Service Partner or a In a car wash, the vehicle must be able to roll specialist workshop.
Page 319 General care MOBILITY Safety note ▷ Remove bird droppings immediately, other‐ wise the corrosive effect attacks the convertible top and damages the rubber WARNING seals. Work performed incorrectly on the vehicle ▷ Remove dried-on tree resin or bird droppings paintwork can cause the radar sensors to fail or from the roof with a special tree resin re‐...
Page 320 General care MOBILITY Dust and road dirt will otherwise become worked Corrosive, acidic or alkaline cleaners may destroy into pores and folds, resulting in considerable the protective layer of adjacent parts, for example abrasion and causing the leather surface to be‐ brake discs.
Page 321 General care MOBILITY ▷ Lamp glass. Floor mats can be removed from the vehicle to enable the interior to be cleaned more thor‐ ▷ Parts sprayed matt black. oughly. ▷ Painted parts in the interior. In the event of heavy soiling, clean floor carpets Clean with a microfibre cloth.
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Page 323: Reference
REFERENCE Technical data ..................324 Appendix ....................327 Everything from A to Z ................328 Online Edition for Part no. xxx - X/18...
Page 324: Technical Data
The heights specified do not take into account add-on parts such as a roof aerial, roof railing or BMW Z4 Roadster Width with mirrors mm (in) 2024 (79.7) Width without mirrors mm (in) 1864 (73.4)
Page 325 (lb) 830 (1830) Rear axle load limit kg (lb) 935 (2061) Z4 M40i powered by BMW M Kerb weight ready for road, with 75 kg, 165 lb, load, kg (lb) 1610 (3549) tank 90 % full, no optional extras...
Page 326 Technical data REFERENCE See the further information on fuel quality, see page 294. Online Edition for Part no. xxx - X/18...
Page 327: Appendix
Appendix REFERENCE Appendix General Here is where any updates to the Owner's Handbook for the vehicle are listed. Updates after going to press Updates have been made to these chapters of the printed Owner's Handbook following the copy deadline. ▷ General settings: Apple CarPlay preparation.
Page 328: Everything From A To Z
Everything from A to Z REFERENCE Everything from A to Z Index Air pressure, tyres Alarm, false Alarm system A/C button, see Cooling function All-season tyres, see Winter tyres ABS, anti-lock braking system Alternating-code hand-held transmitter Acceleration assistant, see Launch Control Ambient lighting Accessories and parts Angle, backrest...
Page 329 Entertainment, Communication Care products BMW Digital Key Care, see Vehicle wash BMW Maintenance System Care, vehicle BMW Services, see Owner's Handbook for Navi‐ Car key, see Remote control gation, Entertainment, Communication Carpet, care Bonnet CarPlay, connection to the vehicle Bonus range, ECO PRO...
Page 330 Everything from A to Z REFERENCE Chassis number, see Vehicle identification num‐ Consumption, see Current consumption Consumption, see Journey data Check Control Contacts, see Owner's Handbook for Navigation, Checking the oil level electronically Entertainment, Communication Child restraint systems, i-Size Continuing a journey with a flat tyre Child restraint systems, see Carrying children Control Display safely...
Page 331 Everything from A to Z REFERENCE Defrosting the windows 224, Driver profiles, welcome screen Defrosting windows and removing condensa‐ Driving tion 224, Driving Assistant, see Intelligent Safety Defrost, see Defrosting windows 224, Driving comfort Deleting personal data Driving hints Deletion of personal data Driving information, general Departure time, independent ventilation Driving information, running in...
Page 332 Everything from A to Z REFERENCE Emergency braking function when parking, Ac‐ Eyes, see Lashing eye in the boot tive PDC Emergency call Emergency release, fuel filler flap Emergency running properties, tyres Factory settings Emergency service, see Accident Assis‐ Failure message, see Check Control tance False alarm, see Avoiding false alarms Emergency services, see Breakdown assis‐...
Page 333 Everything from A to Z REFERENCE Fuel Holder for beverages Fuel filler flap HomeLink, see Integrated universal remote con‐ Fuel gauge trol Fuel quality Home page Fuel recommendation Horn Fuel tank cap Hot exhaust system Fuel, tank capacity Hotline, see Owner's Handbook for Navigation, Fuses Entertainment, Communication Garage door opener, see Integrated universal re‐...
Page 334 Maintenance requirement, see CBS Condition Labelling of recommended tyres Based Service Labelling of run-flat tyres Maintenance, see Service requirements Lane boundary, warning Maintenance System, BMW Lane Change Warning Make-up mirror Lane Departure Warning Malfunction displays, see Check Control Language, set on the Control Display...
Page 335 Everything from A to Z REFERENCE Map update, see Owner's Handbook for Naviga‐ tion, Entertainment, Communication Matt paintwork Navigation, see Owner's Handbook for Naviga‐ Maximum cooling effect 223, tion, Entertainment, Communication Maximum speed, display, see Speed Limit Net, boot Info Neutral cleaner, light alloy wheels Maximum speed of winter tyres New wheels and tyres...
Page 336 Everything from A to Z REFERENCE Parking Assistant Rear fog light Parking brake Rear-view camera Parking lights Rear-view mirror, automatic-dim Parking with Automatic Hold, see Parking Rear window heating 224, brake Recirculated-air mode 223, Particle filter, see Exhaust gas particle filter Recirculating air filter, see Microfilter/activated Part replacement carbon filter...
Page 337 Everything from A to Z REFERENCE RES CNCL button, see Active Cruise Con‐ Screen Mirroring, connection trol Screen, see Control Display RES CNCL button, see Cruise Control Screwdriver, see On-board tool kit Reserve warning, see Range Sealant, see Mobility System Reservoir for washer fluid Seat belt reminder for driver and front passenger Resetting settings...
Page 338 Everything from A to Z REFERENCE SMS, see Short messages, see Owner's Starting the engine, see Drive-ready state Handbook for Navigation, Entertainment, Com‐ Stations, AM/FM, see Owner's Handbook for munication Navigation, Entertainment, Communication Snow chains Status Control Display, tyres Socket for on-board diagnosis OBD Status information, iDrive Sockets, connecting electrical appliances, see Status of the Owner's Handbook...
Page 339 Everything from A to Z REFERENCE Telephone, see Owner's Handbook for Naviga‐ Turn indicators, high-beam headlights, headlight tion, Entertainment, Communication flasher Teleservices, see Owner's Handbook for Naviga‐ Turn indicators, replacing bulbs, see Bulbs and tion, Entertainment, Communication lights Television, TV, see Owner's Handbook for Navi‐ Turning circle lines, rear-view camera gation, Entertainment, Communication TV, see Owner's Handbook for Navigation, En‐...
Page 340 Everything from A to Z REFERENCE Vehicle identification number WiFi hotspot, see Internet connection Vehicle paintwork Wind deflector Vehicle position, vehicle positioning Windscreen washer jets Vehicle, running in Windscreen washing system, see Wiper sys‐ Vehicle settings reset Vehicle status Windscreen wipers, see Wiper system Vehicle wash Winter storage, see Laying up the vehicle Ventilation...
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