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  • Page 1 LINK: CONTENT & A-Z The Ultimate Driving Machine® OWNER'S MANUAL. THE BMW 5 SERIES SEDAN. Online Edition for Part no. 01405A11338 - VI/20...
  • Page 2 Online Edition for Part no. 01405A11338 - VI/20...
  • Page 3 The more familiar you are with your vehicle, the better control you will have on the road. We therefore strongly suggest: Read this Owner's Manual before starting off in your new BMW. Also use the Integrated Owner's Manual in your vehicle. It contains important information on vehicle operation that will help you make full use of the technical features available in your BMW.

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Set-up and use ....................... On the road ........................CONTROLS Cockpit ..........................Operating state of the vehicle ..................iDrive ..........................BMW Remote Software Upgrade ................General settings ......................Personal settings ......................Connections ........................Opening and closing ..................... Seats, mirrors and steering wheel ................
  • Page 5 © 2020 Bayerische Motoren Werke Aktiengesellschaft Munich, Germany Reprinting, including excerpts, only with the written consent of BMW AG, Munich. US English ID7 VI/20, 07 20 490 Printed on environmentally friendly paper, bleached without chlorine, suitable for recycling. Online Edition for Part no. 01405A11338 - VI/20...

  • Page 6: Notes Information

    Internet Validity of the Owner's Manual Vehicle information and general information on BMW, for instance, on technology, are available Production of the vehicle on the Internet: www.bmwusa.com. At the time of production at the plant, the printed Owner's Manual is the most current resource.
  • Page 7 ››...‹‹ Responses generated by the voice Owner's Manuals. activation system. Your BMW service center is happy to answer any Action steps questions that you may have about the features and options applicable to your vehicle. Action steps to be carried out are presented as a numbered list.
  • Page 8 The manufacturer of the vehicle recommends of the printed Owner's Manual for the vehicle. that you entrust corresponding procedures to a BMW center. If you choose to use another serv‐ After a software update in the ice facility, BMW recommends use of a facility that performs work, e.g., maintenance and repair,...
  • Page 9 Such damage is not covered by the BMW New Vehicle Limited Warranty. Service and warranty Refer to chapter engine oil change regarding We recommend that you read this publication recommended service intervals for oil changes.
  • Page 10 Information NOTES Data memory This information generally records the state of a component, a module, a system, or the environ‐ ment, for instance: General information ▷ Operating states of system components, for Electronic control devices are installed in the ve‐ instance, fill levels, tire inflation pressure, bat‐...
  • Page 11 Information NOTES Data entry and data transfer into ferred to the mobile device at the same time. De‐ pending on the type of incorporation, this in‐ the vehicle cludes, for instance position data and other general vehicle information. This optimizes the General information way in which selected apps, for instance naviga‐...
  • Page 12 Information NOTES permission, contractual arrangement or consent. corded by the EDR under normal driving condi‐ It is also possible to activate or deactivate the tions and no personal data, for instance name, data connection as a whole. That is, with the ex‐ gender, age, and crash location, are recorded.
  • Page 13 Na‐ tional Highway Traffic Safety Administration NHTSA, in addition to notifying BMW of North America, LLC, P.O. Box 1227, Westwood, New Jersey 07675-1227, Telephone 1-800-831-1117.

  • Page 14: Owner's Manual Media

    Owner's Manual media NOTES Owner's Manual media Vehicle features and er's Manual for the vehicle will contain the latest information. options Printed Owner's Manual This chapter describes all standard, country-spe‐ cific and optional features offered with the series. It also describes features and functions that are Concept not necessarily available in your vehicle, e.g., due The printed Owner's Manual describes all stand‐...
  • Page 15 Owner's Manual media NOTES Scrolling through the Owner's ▷ "Quick link" Manual Press and hold the desired button Turn the Controller, until the next or previous until the displayed bar on the Control Display contents are displayed. has loaded completely. Context help Executing Press the corresponding button.

  • Page 16: Quick Reference Entering

    Entering QUICK REFERENCE Entering Opening and closing Press the button on the vehicle key. All vehicle access points are locked. Buttons on the vehicle key Buttons for the central locking system Overview 1 Unlocking 2 Locking 3 Opening the trunk lid 4 Press and hold or press three times in quick Buttons for the central locking system.
  • Page 17 Entering QUICK REFERENCE Comfort Access Opening and closing the trunk lid with no-touch activation Concept Concept The vehicle can be accessed without operating The trunk lid can be opened and closed with no- the vehicle key. touch activation using the vehicle key you are Carrying the vehicle key with you, e.g., in your carrying.
  • Page 18 Entering QUICK REFERENCE Driver's door Depending on the setting, the doors may also be unlocked. Without automatic tailgate operation: closing Close the trunk lid manually. With automatic tailgate operation: closing Press the button on the inside of the 1 Exterior mirrors trunk lid.
  • Page 19 Entering QUICK REFERENCE Buttons on the Controller Button Function Opens the main menu. Opens the Media/Radio menu. Opens the Communication menu. Opens navigation map. Opens destination input menu for navigation. Opens the previous display. Opens the Options menu. Voice activation Activating the voice activation system Press the button on the steering wheel.

  • Page 20: Set-Up And Use

    Set-up and use QUICK REFERENCE Set-up and use Seats, mirrors, and steering Adjust distance: manual head restraints wheel Electrically adjustable seats ▷ Back: press the button and push the head re‐ straint toward the rear. ▷ Forward: pull the head restraint toward the 1 Thigh support front.
  • Page 21 Set-up and use QUICK REFERENCE Adjusting the exterior mirrors Storing Set the desired position. Press button on the door. The writ‐ ing on the button lights up. Press the desired button 1 or 2 at the door while the writing is lit. A signal sounds. Calling up settings Press the desired button 1 or 2.
  • Page 22 Set-up and use QUICK REFERENCE Using the telephone Press or move the controller up to apply the suggested search term. Accepting a call Select the symbol, if needed. Results are displayed in a list. Depending on the equipment, incoming calls can be answered in several ways.
  • Page 23 Set-up and use QUICK REFERENCE Functional requirements ▷ Compatible iPhone. iPhone 5 or later with iOS 7.1 or later. ▷ Corresponding mobile contract. ▷ The data connection may have to be acti‐ vated on the smartphone. ▷ Bluetooth, WLAN, and Siri voice operation are activated on the iPhone.

  • Page 24: On The Road

    On the road QUICK REFERENCE On the road Driving Parking brake Setting Drive-ready state Pull the switch. Switching on drive-ready state The LED on the switch and the indicator light in the instrument cluster are illuminated. Releasing With drive-ready state switched on: Depress the brake pedal.
  • Page 25 On the road QUICK REFERENCE Steptronic transmission, Sport With the driver's safety belt fastened, briefly push the selector lever in the desired direction, past a program and manual mode resistance point, if needed. The selector lever re‐ turns to the center position in each case. To prevent the vehicle from creeping after you select a drive mode or reverse, maintain pressure on the brake pedal until you are ready to start.
  • Page 26 On the road QUICK REFERENCE ▷ Brief signaling: press the lever to the resist‐ Symbol Function ance point and hold it there for as long as you Right roadside parking light. want the turn signal to flash. High beams, headlight flasher Left roadside parking light.
  • Page 27 On the road QUICK REFERENCE Cleaning the windshield ▷ Switching off: press the lever down until it reaches its standard position. ▷ Brief wipe: press the lever down from the standard position. Rain sensor Activating/deactivating Pull the wiper lever towards you. Climate control Automatic climate control To activate: press the lever up once from its...
  • Page 28 Cleaning the wheels The friction during hard braking may produce brake dust and make the rims dirty. Brake dust can be removed by cleaning the rims. BMW rec‐ Turn the fuel cap counterclockwise. ommends using vehicle care and cleaning prod‐...
  • Page 29 The BMW Assist Concierge service offers infor‐ mation on events, gas stations or hotels, and provides phone numbers and addresses. Many hotels can be booked directly by the BMW Con‐ cierge service. The Concierge service is part of the optional BMW Assist Response Center.

  • Page 30: Cockpit

    Cockpit CONTROLS Cockpit Vehicle features and not necessarily available in your vehicle, e.g., due to the selected options or country versions. This options also applies to safety-related functions and sys‐ tems. When using these functions and systems, This chapter describes all standard, country-spe‐ the applicable laws and regulations must be ob‐...
  • Page 31 Cockpit CONTROLS Parking lights  166 Speed Limiter  214 Automatic headlight control  165 Depending on the equipment: Adaptive light functions  167 Cruise control on/off  216 High-beam Assistant  168 beams  166 Depending on the equipment: Instrument lighting  169 Active Cruise Control on/off  218 With steering and traffic jam assis‐ Right roadside parking light  166 tant  228: Cruise control, distance control and...
  • Page 32 Cockpit CONTROLS Telephone, see Owner's Manual Horn, entire surface for Navigation, Entertainment and Communication  6 Heated steering wheel  118 Thumbwheel for selection lists  159 12 Steering column stalk, right Adjusting the steering wheel  118 Wipers  136 Rain sensor  137 Unlocking the hood  353 Cleaning the windshield  138 Opening and closing the trunk lid  95 Switching drive-ready state on/ 19 Glove...
  • Page 33 Cockpit CONTROLS Hazard warning system  369 Driving Dynamics Control  130 SPORT drive mode Intelligent Safety  176 COMFORT drive mode ECO PRO drive mode 4 Glove compartment  296 5 Radio/multimedia, see Owner's Manual for Navigation, Entertainment, and Communica‐ ADAPTIVE drive mode tion  6 6 Automatic climate control  270 DSC Dynamic Stability Con‐...
  • Page 34 Cockpit CONTROLS In the vicinity of the roofliner Emergency Request, SOS  371 Reading lights  170 Operating the glass sunroof  104 Interior lights  170 Indicator light, front-seat passenger airbag  175 Online Edition for Part no. 01405A11338 - VI/20...

  • Page 35: Operating State Of The Vehicle

    Operating state of the vehicle CONTROLS Operating state of the vehicle Vehicle features and Safety information options Warning This chapter describes all standard, country-spe‐ An unsecured vehicle can begin to move and cific and optional features offered with the series. possibly roll away.
  • Page 36 Operating state of the vehicle CONTROLS General information ▷ After several minutes, if no operation takes place on the vehicle. The vehicle is in the standby state after the front ▷ If the charge state of the vehicle battery is doors are opened from the outside.
  • Page 37 Operating state of the vehicle CONTROLS Display in the instrument cluster In order to ensure that the vehicle is secured against rolling away, follow the following: When drive-ready state is switched on, the tach‐ ▷ Set the parking brake. ometer shows the current engine speed. ▷...

  • Page 38: Idrive

    iDrive CONTROLS iDrive Vehicle features and Input and display options Main menu This chapter describes all standard, country-spe‐ General information cific and optional features offered with the series. The main menu is divided into two areas. The It also describes features and functions that are left area contains menu items that can be used not necessarily available in your vehicle, e.g., due to call up all the iDrive functions.
  • Page 39 Management of apps, access to apps and ve‐ hicle functions. Additional apps can be pur‐ Several menu items are preceded by a check‐ chased from the BMW Store. box. The checkbox indicates whether the func‐ tion is activated or deactivated. Selecting the Widgets menu item activates or deactivates the function.
  • Page 40 iDrive CONTROLS Programmable memory buttons Symbol Meaning Reminder. General information Sending not possible. The iDrive functions can be stored on the pro‐ grammable memory buttons and called up di‐ rectly, for instance radio stations, navigation des‐ Entertainment symbols tinations, phone numbers and menu entries or pages in the Integrated Owner's Manual.
  • Page 41 iDrive CONTROLS Displaying the key assignment Control Display Touch buttons with finger. Do not wear gloves or Safety information use objects. The assignment of the buttons is displayed in the upper area of the Control Display. NOTICE Objects in the area in the front of the Control Deleting all button assignments Display can shift and damage the Control Dis‐...
  • Page 42 iDrive CONTROLS Buttons on the Controller Some iDrive functions can be operated using the touchpad on the Controller. Button Function Operation Opens the main menu. ▷ Turn to switch between menu items, for ex‐ ample. Opens the Media/Radio menu. Opens the Communication menu. Opens navigation map.
  • Page 43 iDrive CONTROLS Selecting a menu Adjusting contents Depending on the equipment, the contents of Selecting menu items menus "MEDIA", "COM" and "NAV" can be ad‐ justed, for instance to remove the entries of Turn the Controller until the desired menu functions that are not used from the menu.
  • Page 44 iDrive CONTROLS Deleting Entering letters and numbers ▷ Enter characters as they are displayed on the Symbol Function Control Display. Press the Controller: delete letter or ▷ Always enter associated characters, such as number. accents or periods so that the letter can be clearly recognized.
  • Page 45 iDrive CONTROLS Showing/hiding the display bar You can tap on menu items and widgets. Touch the screen with your fingers. Do not use any ob‐ In the upper area of the Control Display, it is pos‐ jects. sible to show or hide a display bar with additional functions.
  • Page 46 Tap once. ▷ Press the button on the steering wheel. Operation via voice ▷ Say the wake word ›Hello BMW‹ or a personal wake word. ▷ Active voice processing. Concept This symbol indicates that the voice acti‐ The voice activation system can be used to op‐...
  • Page 47 Personal wake word The status of the voice recognition is displayed In addition to a preset wake word ›Hello BMW‹, a in the upper area of the Control Display. personal wake word can be set up.
  • Page 48 iDrive CONTROLS Settings ▷ ›New text message to John Doe: I'll be right there‹ Setting the voice control Media and Radio You can set the system to use standard dialog or Most radio functions can be used via the Active a short version.
  • Page 49 The volume is stored for the driver profile Activation in the BMW Connected currently used. Using the voice activation Third-party assistants are set up in the BMW Connected app. system of the smartphone Follow the instructions in the app. Depending on the device, a smartphone con‐...
  • Page 50 Concept BMW Intelligent Personal Assistant is the per‐ Example for function sonal assistant that expands the voice activation Say the wake word ›Hello BMW‹ or a personal system with intelligent functions and improves wake word. the interaction in the vehicle.
  • Page 51 iDrive CONTROLS Functional requirements Condition Description ▷ The Experience Modes app is installed in the "Do not disturb" Incoming calls and some vehicle. messages are not displayed. ▷ Drive-ready state is switched on. "Passenger on Private contents, such as board" sender and content of e- Selecting a mode mails, will not be displayed.
  • Page 52 Several iDrive functions can be operated by hand ▷ The smartphone is connected to the vehicle motion using BMW Gesture Control. via Bluetooth and WLAN. ▷ The BMW Connected app is installed on the Overview smartphone. Managing rights "COM" "Mobile devices"...
  • Page 53 iDrive CONTROLS Possible gestures Gesture Operation Function Move index finger forward and backward in the di‐ Accept call. rection of the screen. Select a highlighted entry in a list during voice activation. Confirm pop-up. Move hand across the width of the Control Dis‐ Reject call.
  • Page 54 iDrive CONTROLS Gesture Operation Function Move fist with thumb extended to right left back Forward Skip function. and forth. The next music track is played. Stretch out five fingers, form a fist and stretch five Individually assignable gesture. fingers out again. Assigning gesture individually ▷...

  • Page 55: Bmw Remote Software Upgrade

    General information Remote Software Upgrade. During the download BMW recommends performing the Remote and after the installation has been completed Software Upgrade as soon as it becomes availa‐ successfully, the information about the version ble.
  • Page 56 Unattended children or animals in the vehicle phone in the BMW Connected app. can cause the vehicle to move and endanger Follow the instructions in the BMW Con‐ themselves and traffic, for instance due to the nected app. following actions: Establish connection to the vehicle.
  • Page 57 Malfunction stance if the installation is terminated. In the event of a malfunction, follow the instruc‐ ▷ Close the windows. tions on the Control Display or in the BMW Con‐ ▷ Close the glass sunroof. nected app. ▷ Close the trunk lid.

  • Page 58: General Settings

    General settings CONTROLS General settings Vehicle features and Turn the Controller until the desired minutes are displayed. options "OK" This chapter describes all standard, country-spe‐ Setting the time format cific and optional features offered with the series. "CAR" It also describes features and functions that are not necessarily available in your vehicle, e.g., due "Settings"...
  • Page 59 General settings CONTROLS Turn the Controller until the desired day is "Units" displayed. Select the desired menu item. Press the Controller. Select the desired setting. Make the settings for the month and year. The setting is stored for the driver profile cur‐ "OK"...
  • Page 60 General settings CONTROLS Resetting trip data Setting your current speed as the speed warning "CAR" "CAR" "Settings" "Settings" "General settings" "General settings" "Reset trip data" "Speed warning" Select the desired setting. "Select current speed" Speed warning Activating/deactivating pop-ups Concept A speed limit can be set that when reached will For some functions, pop-ups are displayed auto‐...
  • Page 61 Communication messages, for example e- mails, SMS text messages or reminders. ▷ Messages from, e.g., the Concierge service or the BMW Connected app. ▷ Messages from the vehicle manufacturer. The number of messages is additionally dis‐ played in the status field.

  • Page 62: Personal Settings

    Phone book. The vehicle offers different services, whose use ▷ Online data, for instance Favorites, cookies. requires a data transfer to BMW or a service pro‐ ▷ Office data, for instance voice memos. vider. The data transfer can be deactivated for ▷...
  • Page 63 ▷ If the set-up assistant was opened from an al‐ the personal BMW ConnectedDrive account. It is ready defined driver profile: set up personal thereby possible to use these settings in other assistant.
  • Page 64 Scanning the displayed QR code will accept the access data for the ConnectedDrive ac‐ ▷ No driver profile has been assigned to the ve‐ count from the BMW ConnectedDrive app. hicle key that was used to unlock the vehicle. ▷ "Log in"...
  • Page 65 ConnectedDrive account. This means that it is possible to use the "Driver profiles" personal settings in other BMW vehicles with Move the Controller to the right. ConnectedDrive access as well, if this function is As an alternative for Steps 1 to 3, the profile supported.
  • Page 66 "Avatar" Select the desired profile picture. ConnectedDrive countries: The profile image is transferred from the Con‐ nectedDrive customer portal or the BMW Con‐ nected app. Deleting the driver profile "CAR" "Driver profiles" Move the Controller to the right.

  • Page 67: Connections

    Connections CONTROLS Connections Vehicle features and not necessarily available in your vehicle, e.g., due to the selected options or country versions. This options also applies to safety-related functions and sys‐ tems. When using these functions and systems, This chapter describes all standard, country-spe‐ the applicable laws and regulations must be ob‐...
  • Page 68 Connections CONTROLS Function Connection type Symbol in the device list Apple CarPlay: Bluetooth and WLAN. Using apps via iDrive and via voice op‐ eration. Android Auto: Bluetooth and WLAN. Using apps via iDrive and via voice op‐ eration. Displaying the vehicle identification The following connection types require one-time pairing with the vehicle: number and software part number...
  • Page 69 Bluetooth audio. phones via Bluetooth. WLAN in the vehicle, WiFi hotspot. ▷ "Apps" Apps. With the installed BMW Connected app, apps from the smartphone can be dis‐ Screen Mirroring. played in the vehicle. Apple CarPlay. ▷ "Wi-Fi®"...
  • Page 70 Compatible device with Bluetooth interface. cle prior to pairing the mobile phone with the ve‐ Compatible devices, refer to page 68. hicle as needed. ▷ The vehicle key or BMW display key is in the "COM" vehicle. "Personalize menu" ▷...
  • Page 71 Connections CONTROLS Why can phone functions not be used via iDrive? hotline, a dealer’s service center or another quali‐ fied service center or repair shop. ▷ Phone functions are not configured for the mobile phone. WLAN connection Connect the mobile phone with the tele‐ phone function.
  • Page 72 Connections CONTROLS Deactivating Internet usage via ▷ Registration and data contract with a service provider where required. the WiFi hotspot ▷ Standby state is switched on. Internet usage may be deactivated if the data volume is used up, for instance. Connecting a device to the "COM"...
  • Page 73 Connections CONTROLS The WLAN name of the vehicle appears on Compare the control number displayed on the device display. Select the WLAN name of the Control Display with the control number the vehicle. on the display of the mobile device, and con‐ firm that the two match.
  • Page 74 Connections CONTROLS Functional requirements Operation ▷ Compatible Android smartphone with For more information, refer to the Integrated Android 9.0 or later. Owner's Manual or the Owner's Manual for Navi‐ gation, Entertainment, Communication. Compatible devices, refer to page 68. ▷ Corresponding mobile contract. Frequently Asked Questions ▷...
  • Page 75 Connections CONTROLS Connecting the device ▷ Playing music files. ▷ Playing videos. Connect the USB device using a suitable adapter cable to a USB port. Follow the following when connecting: The USB device is displayed in the device list. ▷ Do not use force when plugging the connec‐...

  • Page 76: Opening And Closing

    BMW display key. Each vehicle key contains a replaceable battery. Depending on the equipment and country ver‐...
  • Page 77 Opening and closing CONTROLS Overview ▷ If a driver profile was assigned to the vehicle key, this driver profile will be activated and the settings that are stored in it will be applied. ▷ The interior lights are switched on, unless they were manually switched off.
  • Page 78 Opening and closing CONTROLS The function is not available for the first 10 sec‐ Press the button on the vehicle key. onds after locking. The following functions are executed: ▷ The interior lights are switched on, unless they were manually switched off. ▷...
  • Page 79 Opening and closing CONTROLS Panic mode Push battery in the direction of the arrow us‐ ing a pointed object and lift it out. You can trigger the alarm system if you find your‐ self in a dangerous situation. ▷ Press the button on the vehicle key and hold for at least 3 seconds.
  • Page 80 General information The BMW display key is supplied with an addi‐ tional mechanical key. If the display key is used, the mechanical key should be carried with you, for instance in the wallet. The mechanical key is used like the integrated key.
  • Page 81 Opening and closing CONTROLS ▷ Call up range with available fuel. ▷ Engaging selector lever position N. ▷ With parked-car heating: operate parked-car ▷ Using vehicle equipment. heating. There is a risk of accidents or injuries. Do not Without parked-car heating: operate parked- leave children or animals unattended in the ve‐...
  • Page 82 Opening and closing CONTROLS Without parked-car heating: the parked-car ▷ "Connected": the display key is within recep‐ ventilation can be operated. tion range. ▷ Outside of the reception range of the vehicle, ▷ "Updated": the display key is not within re‐ you can display the last transmitted status in‐...
  • Page 83 Opening and closing CONTROLS or if the key has not been used for an ex‐ Main menu Information/Function tended period. "Security ▷ The display key can be used while it is being information" Door status. charged via the USB port. If the battery is fully discharged, it may take some time before the Alarm system status.
  • Page 84 General information Connect the display key via the micro-USB A Check Control message is displayed. charging socket to a USB port. BMW display key detection by the vehicle may malfunction under the following circumstances: In the center console ▷ The battery of the display key is discharged.
  • Page 85 There is a risk of injury. Take the procedure. vehicle key with you so that the vehicle can be opened from the outside. Resetting the BMW display key If the charged display key cannot be switched on anymore or if the display does not respond to Warning entries anymore, the display key can be reset.
  • Page 86 A vehicle key must be located in the vehicle to and the key card, for instance a wallet. activate and deactivate the key card. When BMW Digital Key is activated for the vehi‐ cle, a digital key can be used instead of the vehi‐ BMW Digital Key cle key.
  • Page 87 The expiration date of the validity can be ▷ Engaging selector lever position N. checked in the BMW Connected app and in the vehicle. ▷ Using vehicle equipment. After a digital key has expired, it can still be used There is a risk of accidents or injuries.
  • Page 88 The digital remote control key must be regis‐ control key will not be performed until the vehicle tered again to be able to use BMW Digital Key is used with a key other than the key to be de‐ again.
  • Page 89 Opening and closing CONTROLS Unlocking and locking the Malfunction vehicle Digital key recognition by the vehicle may mal‐ function under the following circumstances: ▷ The smartphone is shielded from the sensors in the vehicle by a smartphone cover that is not suitable.
  • Page 90 Opening and closing CONTROLS Removing Remove the cover. Unlock or lock the door lock using the integrated key. Press the button, arrow 1, and pull out the integrated key, arrow 2. The other doors must be unlocked or locked from the inside. Locking/unlocking via the door lock Alarm system...
  • Page 91 Press the button with the front doors cle. closed. ▷ Unlocking and locking the vehicle using the ▷ The fuel filler flap remains unlocked. BMW Digital Key. ▷ The vehicle is not secured against theft when ▷ Opening trunk lid. locking. ▷...
  • Page 92 Opening and closing CONTROLS ▷ The interior lights are switched on, unless ▷ All doors, the trunk lid, and the fuel filler flap they were manually switched off. are locked. ▷ Folded in exterior mirrors are folded out. ▷ With anti-theft protection: Anti-theft protec‐ tion is switched on.
  • Page 93 Opening and closing CONTROLS Safety information If the vehicle key is in the sensor area, the trunk lid may open or close inadvertently if you unin‐ tentionally move your foot or if a foot movement Warning is detected. Body parts can be jammed when operating the The sensor has an approximate range of trunk lid.
  • Page 94 Opening and closing CONTROLS Touchless unlocking and locking ▷ "Open with foot movement" of the vehicle Contactless opening of the trunk lid is switched on or off. Concept ▷ "Close by foot movement" The vehicle will be unlocked when the driver ap‐ Contactless closing of the trunk lid is proaches the locked vehicle with the vehicle key.
  • Page 95 Opening and closing CONTROLS All vehicle entry points: the vehicle will be un‐ Do not transport the vehicle key together with locked regardless of the side on which the electronic devices. driver approaches the vehicle. Wet or snowy conditions may disrupt the locking ▷...
  • Page 96 Opening and closing CONTROLS Without automatic tailgate side of the trunk lid to lock an unlocked vehicle before closing the trunk lid. operation: opening and closing Opening from the outside With automatic tailgate operation: opening and closing Opening From the outside ▷...
  • Page 97 Opening and closing CONTROLS Malfunction ▷ By pressing the button on the vehicle key. Pressing again continues the opening mo‐ In the event of an electrical malfunction, operate tion. the unlocked trunk lid manually with a slow and ▷ By pressing or pulling the button in the driv‐ smooth motion.
  • Page 98 Opening and closing CONTROLS Activating the valet parking E.g., this mode can be used when the vehicle is handed over for valet parking. mode General information General information In the valet parking mode, it is not possible to Before activating the valet parking mode, a PIN change vehicle settings via iDrive.
  • Page 99 Opening and closing CONTROLS Guest profile A PIN must be entered. In the guest profile, the valet parking mode can "PIN" only be deactivated if the valet parking mode was Enter PIN. activated in the guest profile. Select the desired setting: Select guest profile.
  • Page 100 Opening and closing CONTROLS Trunk lid "Doors/Access" Deactivate or activate the desired confirma‐ Trunk lid and doors tion signals: ▷ "Flash when locking/unlocking" Depending on the vehicle equipment and coun‐ try version, this setting may not be offered. Unlocking is signaled by two flashes, lock‐ ing by one.
  • Page 101 Opening and closing CONTROLS Alarm system Opening the trunk lid with the alarm system switched on General information The trunk lid can be opened even when the alarm system is switched on. When the vehicle is locked, the vehicle alarm After the trunk lid is closed, it is locked and moni‐...
  • Page 102 Comfort Access. When a window is often opened in the same po‐ Possible situations for an unwanted alarm: sition, this task can be performed by the BMW ▷ In automatic car washes. Intelligent Personal Assistant. For instance when ▷...
  • Page 103 Opening and closing CONTROLS Overview Jam protection system Concept The jam protection prevents objects or body parts becoming jammed between the door frame and window while a window is being closed. General information If resistance or a blockage is detected while a window is being closed, the closing action is in‐...
  • Page 104 Opening and closing CONTROLS Safety switch Operation Press the button to open the closed Concept roller sunblind or to close the open roller The safety switch can be used to prevent chil‐ sunblind. dren, for instance from opening and closing the If the button is pressed again during the move‐...
  • Page 105 Opening and closing CONTROLS Lifting/closing glass sunroof The glass sunroof can be opened from the out‐ side with the vehicle key and also closed with Push switch briefly upward. Comfort Access. ▷ The closed glass sunroof tilts With Comfort Access: The glass sunroof can be and the sun protection opens closed from the outside via Comfort Access.
  • Page 106 Opening and closing CONTROLS Opening/closing the glass Closing from the open position without jam protection sunroof and sun protection together In case of danger from the outside or if ice might prevent normal closing, proceed as follows: ▷ Briefly press out the switch twice in succession toward the rear past the resistance point.
  • Page 107 Opening and closing CONTROLS The system can be initialized under the following conditions: ▷ The vehicle is parked in a horizontal position. ▷ The drive-ready state is established. ▷ The external temperature is above 41 ℉/5 ℃. During initialization, the glass sunroof closes without jam protection.

  • Page 108: Seats, Mirrors And Steering Wheel

    Seats, mirrors and steering wheel CONTROLS Seats, mirrors and steering wheel Vehicle features and Seats options Safety information This chapter describes all standard, country-spe‐ cific and optional features offered with the series. Warning It also describes features and functions that are Seat adjustments while driving can lead to un‐...
  • Page 109 Seats, mirrors and steering wheel CONTROLS Height The current seat position can be stored using the memory function. Overview Push switch up or down. Seat tilt 1 Thigh support 2 Forward/backward, height, seat tilt 3 Upper backrest 4 Backrest width 5 Lumbar support 6 Backrest tilt, head restraint Forward/backward...
  • Page 110 Seats, mirrors and steering wheel CONTROLS Thigh support The curvature is shifted up/ down. Multifunctional seat Backrest width Concept Adjusting the backrest width may improve lateral support when taking corners. General information The backrest width is changed by adjusting the side sections of the backrest.
  • Page 111 Seats, mirrors and steering wheel CONTROLS Adjusting Safety information Warning Use of a safety belt to buckle more than one person will potentially defeat the ability of the safety belt to serve its protective function. There is a risk of injuries or danger to life. Do not allow more than one person to wear a sin‐...
  • Page 112 Seats, mirrors and steering wheel CONTROLS Unbuckling the safety belt Safety belts can be imperceptibly damaged in the event of an accident. There is a risk of inju‐ Hold the safety belt firmly. ries or danger to life. Do not modify safety belts, Press the red button in the safety belt buckle.
  • Page 113 Seats, mirrors and steering wheel CONTROLS Use the buckle tongue, arrow 1, to open the Symbol Description second safety belt buckle, arrow 2. Green: the safety belt is buckled on the corresponding rear seat. Red: the safety belt is not buckled on the corresponding rear seat.
  • Page 114 Seats, mirrors and steering wheel CONTROLS Adjusting the distance: manual Warning head restraints Body parts can be jammed when moving the head restraint. There is a risk of injury. Make sure that the area of movement is clear when moving the head restraint. Warning Objects on the head restraint reduce the pro‐...
  • Page 115 Seats, mirrors and steering wheel CONTROLS Rear head restraints Folding down the center head restraint Safety information To improve the view to the rear, the center head restraint can be folded to the rear. Only push the head restraint down if no one will be sitting in the Warning center seat.
  • Page 116 Seats, mirrors and steering wheel CONTROLS Safety information The outer head restraints can be removed. Only remove the head restraint if no one will be sitting in the seat in question. Warning Objects reflected in the mirror are closer than they appear.
  • Page 117 Seats, mirrors and steering wheel CONTROLS Folding in and out Engage selector lever position R. Deactivating NOTICE Slide the switch to the passenger's side mirror Depending on the vehicle width, the vehicle position. can be damaged in vehicle washes. There is a risk of damage to property.
  • Page 118 Seats, mirrors and steering wheel CONTROLS Steering wheel Heated steering wheel Overview Safety information Warning Steering wheel adjustments while driving can lead to unexpected steering wheel movements. Vehicle control could be lost. There is a risk of accident. Adjustng the steering wheel while the vehicle is stationary only.
  • Page 119 Seats, mirrors and steering wheel CONTROLS Safety information The procedure stops when a switch for setting the seat is pressed or one of the memory but‐ tons is pressed again. Warning Once underway, adjustment of the seat position Using the memory function while driving can on the driver's side is disabled after a short while.
  • Page 120 Seats, mirrors and steering wheel CONTROLS Switching on Rear Press the button once for each intensity level. The maximum intensity level is reached when three LEDs are lit. Switching off Press and hold the button until the LEDs go out. Seat heating Adjusting the massage program "CAR"...
  • Page 121 Seats, mirrors and steering wheel CONTROLS Climate control rules Select desired seat. Press the Controller and turn it to set the seat heating distribution. Concept A number of heating and cooling functions can Active seat ventilation be automatically activated depending on the ex‐ ternal temperature.

  • Page 122: Transporting Children Safely

    Transporting children safely CONTROLS Transporting children safely Vehicle features and Warning options A heated vehicle may result in death to per‐ sons, especially children, or animals. There is a This chapter describes all standard, country-spe‐ risk of injuries or danger to life. Do not leave cific and optional features offered with the series.
  • Page 123 Transporting children safely CONTROLS Installing child restraint Safety information systems Warning The safety belt cannot be fastened correctly on General information children shorter than 5 ft, 150 cm without suita‐ Pay attention to the specifications and the oper‐ ble additional child restraint systems. The effi‐ ating and safety information of the child restraint cacy of safety gear, including safety belts, can system manufacturer when selecting, installing,...
  • Page 124 Transporting children safely CONTROLS On the front passenger seat Child seat security Deactivating airbags Warning Active front-seat passenger airbags can injure a child in a child restraint system when the air‐ bags are activated. There is a risk of injury. Make sure that the front-seat passenger air‐...
  • Page 125 Transporting children safely CONTROLS Mounts for the lower LATCH Before installing LATCH child anchors restraint fixing systems Pull the safety belt away from the area of the General information child restraint system. The lower anchors may be used to attach the Assembly of LATCH child CRS to the vehicle seat up to a combined child and CRS weight of 65 lbs/30 kg when the child is...
  • Page 126 Transporting children safely CONTROLS is a risk of damage to property. Only mount For the middle seat, guide it over or along child restraint systems to the upper anchors. both sides of the head restraint to the anchor where applicable. Attach the hook of the retaining strap to the Anchors anchor.

  • Page 127: Driving

    Driving CONTROLS Driving Vehicle features and Auto Start/Stop function options Concept This chapter describes all standard, country-spe‐ The Auto Start/Stop function helps save fuel. cific and optional features offered with the series. The system switches off the engine during a It also describes features and functions that are stop, for instance in traffic congestion or at traffic not necessarily available in your vehicle, e.g., due...
  • Page 128 Driving CONTROLS Steptronic transmission: manual Functional limitations engine stop The engine is not switched off automatically in the following situations: If the engine was not switched off automatically when the vehicle stopped, the engine can be ▷ In case of a steep downhill grade. switched off manually: ▷...
  • Page 129 Driving CONTROLS Safety mode adapt to various traffic situations in a proactive manner. After the engine switches off automatically, it will For instance, this applies to the following situa‐ not start again automatically if any one of the fol‐ tions: lowing conditions are met: ▷...
  • Page 130 Driving CONTROLS Driving Dynamics Control Via the Driving Dynamics Control The Auto Start/Stop function is also deactivated in SPORT driving mode of the Driving Dynamics Concept Control. The Driving Dynamics Control influences the driving dynamics properties of the vehicle. Display The vehicle can be adjusted depending on the ▷...
  • Page 131 Driving CONTROLS Displays in the instrument Switching on cluster Press the button repeatedly until SPORT is displayed in the instrument The selected drive mode is dis‐ cluster. played in the instrument cluster. SPORT INDIVIDUAL Concept Driving modes Individual settings can be adjusted in the SPORT INDIVIDUAL driving mode.
  • Page 132 Driving CONTROLS Switching on configuration is activated directly when the driv‐ ing mode is called up again. Press the button repeatedly until ECO PRO is displayed in the instrument clus‐ Activating configuration of the ter. driving mode Press the button for the desired driving mode ECO PRO INDIVIDUAL several times.
  • Page 133 Driving CONTROLS ▷ Engaging selector lever position N. A Check Control message is displayed. ▷ Using vehicle equipment. The parking brake is engaged when the vehicle There is a risk of accidents or injuries. Do not is stationary. leave children or animals unattended in the ve‐ hicle.
  • Page 134 Driving CONTROLS ▷ Drive-ready state is switched off. There is a risk of accidents or injuries. Do not leave children or animals unattended in the ve‐ ▷ The driver's door is opened while the vehicle hicle. Take the vehicle key with you when exit‐ is stationary.
  • Page 135 Driving CONTROLS After a power failure After the brake is applied, the vehicle is kept from rolling as soon as the indicator To reestablish parking brake functionality after a light illuminates green. power failure: Switch on standby state. Driving off Press the accelerator pedal to drive off.
  • Page 136 Driving CONTROLS Safety information The triple turn signal duration can be adjusted. "CAR" Warning "Settings" If the wipers start moving in the folded away "Exterior lighting" state, body parts can be jammed or damage "One-touch turn signal" may occur to parts of the vehicle. There is a risk Select the desired setting.
  • Page 137 Driving CONTROLS Switching off and brief wipe Activating Press the lever up once from its standard posi‐ Press the lever down. tion, arrow 1. ▷ Switching off: press the lever down until it Wiping is started. reaches its standard position. The LED in the wiper lever is illuminated.
  • Page 138 Driving CONTROLS Windshield washer system Fold-away position of the wipers Safety information Concept The fold-away position enables the wipers to be folded away from the windshield. Warning The washer fluid can freeze onto the window at General information low temperatures and obstruct the view. There Important, for instance when changing the wiper is a risk of accident.
  • Page 139 Driving CONTROLS Safety information Press and hold the wiper lever down, until the wipers stop in a close to vertical position. Warning An unsecured vehicle can begin to move and possibly roll away. There is a risk of accident. Before exiting, secure the vehicle against roll‐ ing, for instance with the parking brake.
  • Page 140 Driving CONTROLS ▷ If the driver's safety belt is unbuckled, the Press and hold the button to release the se‐ driver's door is opened, and the brake pedal lector lever lock. is not pressed while the vehicle is stationary and selector lever position D, M/S or R is en‐ gaged.
  • Page 141 Driving CONTROLS Engaging selector lever position N Activating the Sport program Switch on drive-ready state while pressing on the brake pedal. If necessary, release the parking brake. If necessary, switch off Automatic Hold. Automatic Hold, refer to page 133. Depress the brake pedal. Touch the selector lever lock and engage se‐...
  • Page 142 Driving CONTROLS The engaged gear is displayed in the instrument Short-term manual mode cluster, for instance M1. In selector lever position D, actuating a shift pad‐ dle switches into manual mode temporarily. Shifting After conservative driving in manual mode with‐ ▷...
  • Page 143 Driving CONTROLS Displays in the instrument A Check Control message is displayed. cluster The selector lever position is dis‐ played, for example P. Electronic unlocking of the transmission lock Release Start/Stop button and selector lever. General information Release brake, as soon as the starter stops. Maneuver the vehicle from the danger area Electronically unlock the transmission lock to and secure it against moving on its own.
  • Page 144 Driving CONTROLS Tow-starting/towing, refer to page 373. The starting engine speed adjusts. Wait briefly until the engine speed is constant. Launch Control Keep the accelerator pedal in this position. Release the brake within 3 seconds after the Concept destination flag illuminates. Launch Control enables optimum acceleration The vehicle accelerates.

  • Page 145: Displays

    Displays CONTROLS Displays Vehicle features and 4 Depending on the equipment: Driver Atten‐ tion Camera options Tachometer  154 Selection lists  159 This chapter describes all standard, country-spe‐ cific and optional features offered with the series. Widgets in the instrument cluster  147 It also describes features and functions that are Trip odometer, see Trip data  160 not necessarily available in your vehicle, e.g., due...
  • Page 146 Displays CONTROLS Driving mode view Safety information Concept Warning Depending on the equipment, if the drive mode The system cannot serve as a substitute for the view is activated, the displays in the instrument driver’s personal judgment in assessing visibility cluster will adapt to the respective drive mode and traffic situation.
  • Page 147 Displays CONTROLS Display and the Lane Change Assistant indicate a lane change to the next lane. At the same time, the lane change to the next lane is shown with ani‐ mation in the Assisted Driving View. System limits The system's detection potential is limited. Only objects that are detected by the system are taken into account.
  • Page 148 Displays CONTROLS Current consumption Hiding Check Control messages The current consumption displays the current consumption of fuel. Check whether you are cur‐ rently driving in an efficient and environmentally- friendly manner. Energy recovery During energy recovery, the kinetic energy of the vehicle is converted into electric energy during coasting.
  • Page 149 Displays CONTROLS SMS text messages Red lights SMS text messages in combination with a sym‐ Safety belt reminder bol in the instrument cluster explain a Check Control message and the meaning of the indica‐ Indicator light flashes or is illuminated: tor/warning lights.
  • Page 150 Displays CONTROLS Indicator light flashes and an acoustic signal Active Cruise Control with Stop&Go function, re‐ sounds: acute warning. Brake and make an eva‐ fer to page 218. sive maneuver, if necessary. Steering and traffic jam assistant Additional information: Indicator light flashes and an acoustic Front collision mitigation, refer to page 177.
  • Page 151 Displays CONTROLS Have the system immediately checked by a deal‐ ▷ In the case of tires with special approval: the er's service center or another qualified service tire pressure monitor was unable to complete center or repair shop. the reset. Reset the system again. ▷...
  • Page 152 Displays CONTROLS Green lights High beams are switched on and off automati‐ cally depending on the traffic situation. Safety belt reminder for rear seats Additional information: The safety belt is buckled on the corre‐ High-beam Assistant, refer to page 168. sponding rear seat.
  • Page 153 Displays CONTROLS Speed Limit Assist Assisted Driving Plus, refer to page 233. Depending on the equipment, indicator Blue lights light illuminates together with the symbol for a cruise control system: Speed Limit High beams Assist is active and detected speed limits can be applied manually for the displayed system.
  • Page 154 Displays CONTROLS White lights Activating/deactivating "CAR" Extended Traffic Jam Assistant "Settings" Indicator light is illuminated: the system "Displays" is ready. "Instrument panel" "Engine display" Additional information: Assisted Driving Plus, refer to page 233. "Tachometer" When the setting for the drive mode view is acti‐ vated, the activated tachometer is only shown in Fuel gauge the COMFORT or SPORT drive mode.
  • Page 155 Displays CONTROLS Display Display Pointer in the area of arrow 1: display of the en‐ Information about the driving ergy recovered by coasting or when decelerat‐ style ing, CHARGE. Pointer in the area of arrow 2: output in percent, ▷ Current engine speed is displayed in the POWER.
  • Page 156 Displays CONTROLS Engine oil temperature Range Display Concept The range indicates the distance that can still be ▷ Cold engine: the pointer is at covered with the current fuel level. the low temperature end. Drive at moderate engine and General information vehicle speeds.
  • Page 157 A service advisor can read out the current serv‐ "Vehicle inspection" ice notifications from your vehicle key. "Date:" Some information on service notifications can Select the desired setting. also be shown on the BMW display key. Display Gear shift indicator Detailed information on service Concept notifications...
  • Page 158 Displays CONTROLS Speed Limit Info Overview Camera Speed Limit Info Concept Speed Limit Info shows the currently valid speed limit in the instrument cluster and, if necessary, the Head-up Display. General information The camera in the area of the interior mirror de‐ tects traffic signs at the edge of the road as well The camera is installed near the interior mirror.
  • Page 159 Displays CONTROLS Depending on the equipment, ▷ When driving toward bright lights or strong Speed Limit Info not available. reflections. ▷ When the windshield in front of the interior mirror is fogged over, dirty or covered by a sticker, etc. ▷...
  • Page 160 Displays CONTROLS Display General information The trip data can be displayed on the Control Display and in the instrument cluster. The values can be displayed and reset depend‐ ing on various intervals, such as after refueling. Display on the Control Display Overview The following information is displayed based on Depending on the equipment version, the list in...
  • Page 161 Displays CONTROLS Selecting and setting widgets in the instrument With the button on the turn signal lever: cluster. Continue to press the button on the turn sig‐ Additional information: nal lever until the widget for the trip data is Widgets in the instrument cluster, refer to selected.
  • Page 162 Displays CONTROLS ▷ Torque. Symbols Description ▷ Power. "Check Control": displaying stored Check Control mes‐ Displays sages, refer to page 148. "CAR" "Service notification": displaying "Driving information" service notifications, refer to "Sport displays" page 156. Display in the instrument cluster Head-up Display The Sport displays can be displayed in form of widgets in the instrument cluster.
  • Page 163 Displays CONTROLS Display Adjusting the height "CAR" Overview "Settings" The following information is displayed on the "Displays" Head-up Display: "Head-up display" ▷ Vehicle speed. "Height" ▷ Navigation instructions. Turn the Controller until the desired height is ▷ Check Control messages. reached.
  • Page 164 Displays CONTROLS ▷ "Off": the Sport displays are not dis‐ played in the Head-up Display. ▷ "In SPORT mode": the Sport displays are only displayed in SPORT drive mode. ▷ "Always": the Sport displays are con‐ tinuously displayed in the Head-up Display.

  • Page 165: Lights

    Lights CONTROLS Lights Vehicle features and Symbol Function options Low beams. This chapter describes all standard, country-spe‐ Instrument lighting. cific and optional features offered with the series. It also describes features and functions that are not necessarily available in your vehicle, e.g., due Right roadside parking light.
  • Page 166 Lights CONTROLS For example, the sensors are unable to detect Button Function fog or hazy weather. In these situations, switch Right roadside parking light on/off. the lights on manually. Left roadside parking light on/off. Parking lights, low beams and roadside parking lights Welcome lights General information Position of switch:...
  • Page 167 Lights CONTROLS Setting the duration General information "CAR" The adaptive light functions may consist of one system or multiple systems, depending on the "Settings" equipment version: "Exterior lighting" ▷ Adaptive Light Control. "Pathway lighting" ▷ Cornering light. Select the desired setting. "OK"...
  • Page 168 Lights CONTROLS avoid dazzling oncoming traffic. Illumination of The blue indicator light in the instrument the road is optimized. cluster lights up when the system switches on the high beams. High-beam Assistant The high-beam Assistant is deactivated when manually switching the high beams on and off. To reactivate the high-beam Assistant, press the Concept button on the turn signal lever.
  • Page 169 Lights CONTROLS Laser high beams Functional requirements The setting can only be performed when the ve‐ hicle is stationary. The drive-ready state must be Concept switched on and the light must be turned off. The range of the high beams is increased and ensures an even better illumination of the road.
  • Page 170 Lights CONTROLS Interior lights Depending on the vehicle equipment, the read‐ ing lights are located next to the interior lights in the front and rear. General information Depending on the equipment version, interior Ambient light lights, footwell lights, entry lights, ambient light‐ ing, and speaker lighting are automatically con‐...
  • Page 171 Lights CONTROLS Dimmed while driving Some lights of the interior lighting are dimmed when the vehicle is driven in the dark. "CAR" "Settings" "Interior lighting" "Dimmed for night driving" The selected setting is stored for the driver pro‐ file currently used. Bowers &...

  • Page 172: Safety

    Safety CONTROLS Safety Vehicle features and not necessarily available in your vehicle, e.g., due to the selected options or country versions. This options also applies to safety-related functions and sys‐ tems. When using these functions and systems, This chapter describes all standard, country-spe‐ the applicable laws and regulations must be ob‐...
  • Page 173 Vehicle modifications for a person with disabili‐ ▷ Keep a distance from the airbags. ties may affect the air bag system; contact BMW Customer Relations for further information. ▷ Always grasp the steering wheel on the steering wheel rim.
  • Page 174 Safety CONTROLS Functional readiness of the Strength of the driver's and airbag system front-seat passenger airbag Safety information General information The explosive power that activates driver's/front- seat passenger airbags very much depends on Warning the positions of the driver's/front passenger seat. Individual components can be hot after trigger‐...
  • Page 175 Safety CONTROLS Automatic deactivation of To enable correct recognition of the occupied seat cushion: the front-seat passenger ▷ Do not attach covers, cushions, ball mats or airbags other items to the front passenger seat un‐ less they are specifically determined to be safe for use on the front passenger seat.
  • Page 176 Safety CONTROLS that the indicator light for the front-seat passen‐ style to traffic conditions. Watch traffic closely ger airbags lights up. This indicates that the child and actively intervene where appropriate. restraint system has been detected and the front-seat passenger airbags are not activated. Warning Intelligent Safety Due to system limits, individual functions can...
  • Page 177 Safety CONTROLS Press the button. ▷ Camera in the area of the interior mirror. The menu for the Intelligent Safety sys‐ ▷ Radar sensor in the front bumper. tem is displayed. The system issues a two-phase warning of a If all Intelligent Safety systems were switched off, possible risk of collision with vehicles at speeds all systems are now switched on.
  • Page 178 Safety CONTROLS With radar sensor Warning Due to system limits, individual functions can malfunction during tow-starting/towing with the Intelligent Safety systems activated. There is a risk of accident. Switch all Intelligent Safety systems off prior to tow-starting/towing. Overview The radar sensor is located in the lower area of Button in the vehicle the front bumper.
  • Page 179 Safety CONTROLS "INDIVIDUAL": the Intelligent Safety systems are Symbol Measure switched on according to the individual settings. Symbol lights up red: prewarning. Some Intelligent Safety systems cannot be indi‐ Brake and increase distance. vidually switched off. Symbol flashes red and an acoustic Manual switching off signal sounds: acute warning.
  • Page 180 Safety CONTROLS Detection range When the vehicle is traveling at a low speed, the vehicle may come to a complete stop. City brake function: the brake intervention occurs to up to approx. 50 mph/80 km/h. With radar sensor: the brake intervention occurs to up to approx.
  • Page 181 Safety CONTROLS ▷ If the camera has overheated and been tem‐ sive maneuver begun by the driver by safely pro‐ porarily switched off due to excessively high viding targeted steering support. temperatures. Safety information ▷ Up to 10 seconds after the start of the engine via the Start/Stop button.
  • Page 182 Safety CONTROLS Person warning with City braking function, re‐ fer to page 188. ▷ Front collision mitigation is switched on. Front collision mitigation, refer to page 177. ▷ Sensors detect sufficient clearance around the vehicle. Switching on/off Front side bumper. The system is automatically active after every driving off.
  • Page 183 Safety CONTROLS Functional limitations Acute warnings may be provided even when there has been no prior warning. The system may not be fully functional in the fol‐ lowing situations: System limits ▷ In heavy fog, wet conditions, or snowfall. ▷ In tight curves.
  • Page 184 Safety CONTROLS The system sounds a warning in the city speed range before an imminent collision and activates Warning brakes independently, if needed. Indicators and warnings cannot serve as a sub‐ stitute for the driver’s personal judgment. Due General information to its limits, the system may not issue warnings or reactions, or these may be issued late or in a The system is controlled by the following sen‐...
  • Page 185 Safety CONTROLS Camera Switching on/off Switching on automatically The system is automatically active after every driving off. Switching on manually Press the button. The menu for the Intelligent Safety sys‐ tem is displayed. The camera is installed near the interior mirror. If all Intelligent Safety systems were switched off, Keep the windshield in front of the interior mirror all systems are now switched on.
  • Page 186 Safety CONTROLS Button Status Symbol Meaning Button lights up green: all Intelligent Danger of collision with vehicle Safety systems are switched on. crossing from the right. Button lights up orange: some Intelli‐ Danger of collision with vehicle gent Safety systems are switched off crossing from the left.
  • Page 187 Safety CONTROLS Brake intervention Detection range The warning prompts the driver to intervene. The system may also assist in braking if there is a risk of collision. The vehicle can be decelerated to a standstill. The brake intervention can be interrupted by stepping on the accelerator pedal or by actively moving the steering wheel.
  • Page 188 Safety CONTROLS ▷ If there are constant blinding effects because ▷ Camera in the area of the interior mirror. of oncoming light, for instance from the sun ▷ Radar sensor in the front bumper. low in the sky. Detection range ▷...
  • Page 189 Safety CONTROLS With radar sensor use. There is a risk of accident. Adjust driving style to traffic conditions. Watch traffic closely and actively intervene where appropriate. Warning Due to system limits, individual functions can malfunction during tow-starting/towing with the Intelligent Safety systems activated. There is a risk of accident.
  • Page 190 Safety CONTROLS "INDIVIDUAL": the Intelligent Safety systems are If there is a risk of collision, the system may also switched on according to the individual settings. assist with brake intervention. Some Intelligent Safety systems cannot be indi‐ When the vehicle is traveling at a low speed, the vidually switched off.
  • Page 191 Safety CONTROLS General information ▷ Pedestrians outside of the detection range. ▷ Pedestrians having a body size less than This camera-based system warns starting at a 32 in/80 cm. minimum speed. The minimum speed is country-specific and is Functional limitations displayed in the menu for the intelligent Safety The system may not be fully functional or may systems.
  • Page 192 Safety CONTROLS Functional requirement Switching on manually The camera must detect the lane markings for Press the button. the lane departure warning to be active. The menu for the Intelligent Safety sys‐ tem is displayed. Overview If all Intelligent Safety systems were switched off, all systems are now switched on.
  • Page 193 Safety CONTROLS Setting the warning time "Lane Departure Warning" "Steering intervention" "CAR" The selected setting is stored for the driver pro‐ "Settings" file currently used. "Driver Assistance" "Safety and Warnings" Display in the instrument cluster "Lane Departure Warning" The symbol illuminates green: at lane Select the desired setting: marking was detected on at least one ▷...
  • Page 194 Safety CONTROLS In addition, a Check Control message is dis‐ ▷ When driving very close to the vehicle in front played. of you. The warning signal and Check Control message ▷ If there are constant blinding effects because are an encouragement to pay closer attention to of oncoming light, for instance from the sun the lane.
  • Page 195 Safety CONTROLS Overview The system indicates whether there are vehicles in the blind spot, arrow 1, or approaching from behind in the adjacent lane, arrow 2. Button in the vehicle The light in the exterior mirror lights up dimmed. Before you change lanes after setting the turn signal, the system issues a warning in the situa‐...
  • Page 196 Safety CONTROLS If all Intelligent Safety systems were switched off, "Active Blind Spot Detection" all systems are now switched on. Select the desired setting: "Configure INDIVIDUAL": depending on the ▷ "Early" equipment version, the Intelligent Safety sys‐ ▷ "Medium" tems can be individually configured. The individ‐ ▷...
  • Page 197 Safety CONTROLS Warning function System limits Light in the exterior mirror Safety information Warning The system is designed to operate in certain conditions and circumstances. Due to condi‐ tions or other factors, the system may not re‐ spond. There may be a risk of accident or risk of damage to property.
  • Page 198 Safety CONTROLS General information ▷ In the event of missing, worn, poorly visible, merging, diverging, or multiple lane markings such as in construction areas. ▷ When lane markings are covered in snow, ice, dirt or water. ▷ When lane markings are not white. ▷...
  • Page 199 Safety CONTROLS use. There is a risk of accident. Adjust driving style to traffic conditions. Watch traffic closely and actively intervene where appropriate. Functional requirement The camera must detect the lane markings for the side collision mitigation with steering inter‐ vention to be active.
  • Page 200 Safety CONTROLS tems can be individually configured. The individ‐ The setting is applied to all Intelligent Safety sys‐ ual settings are activated and stored for the tems and stored for the driver profile currently driver profile currently used. As soon as a setting used.
  • Page 201 Safety CONTROLS Rear collision preparation Functional limitations The system may not be fully functional in the fol‐ lowing situations: Concept ▷ When a vehicle is approaching at a speed The system reacts to vehicles approaching from much faster than your own. behind.
  • Page 202 Safety CONTROLS style to traffic conditions. Watch traffic closely ▷ If cargo protrudes. and actively intervene where appropriate. If equipped with Equipment Overview Stop Assistant Radar sensors Concept If the driver is no longer fit to drive, the system helps to safely bring the vehicle to a standstill. General information The emergency stop function is not triggered automatically.
  • Page 203 Safety CONTROLS Functional requirements At standstill ▷ The function can be activated at speeds of As soon as the vehicle is stationary, the system approx. 6 mph/10 km/h up to approx. will carry out the following settings: 155 mph/250 km/h. ▷...
  • Page 204 Recording time selected. ▷ Vehicle speed. Activating/deactivating ▷ GPS coordinates. The BMW Drive Recorder must be activated be‐ General information fore the first use of the recording function. There are various ways for storing video record‐ "Apps" ings: "Drive Recorder"...
  • Page 205 Safety CONTROLS Recording functions ▷ "Delete" If a camera change occurred during the record‐ Automatic recording ing, different segments of the video can be se‐ lected. The recording is stored automatically when the vehicle sensors detect an accident occurrence. Adjusting Manual recording General information Using the button...
  • Page 206 Safety CONTROLS Safety information If driver assistance systems are active, their cam‐ era views are selected automatically. Warning System limits The system cannot serve as a substitute for the In the event of serious accidents, it may not be driver’s personal judgment. Due to the system possible to store recordings if the damage on the limits, critical situation could not be detected vehicle is too great or the power supply was in‐...
  • Page 207 Safety CONTROLS vention by the driver in certain situations. This in time. There is a risk of accident. Make sure can reduce the risk of a further collision and the that the driver is rested and alert. Adjust driving consequences thereof. style to traffic conditions.
  • Page 208 Safety CONTROLS ▷ "Off": no break recommendation is made. Display If the driver becomes less alert or fatigued, a message is displayed in the Control Display with the recommendation to take a break. During the display, various settings can be se‐ lected.

  • Page 209: Driving Stability Control Systems

    Driving stability control systems CONTROLS Driving stability control systems Vehicle features and Adaptive brake assistant options In combination with Active Cruise Control ACC, this system ensures that the brakes respond This chapter describes all standard, country-spe‐ even more rapidly when braking in critical situa‐ cific and optional features offered with the series.
  • Page 210 Driving stability control systems CONTROLS Safety information Deactivating/activating DSC General information Warning When DSC is deactivated, driving stability is re‐ The system cannot serve as a substitute for the duced during acceleration and when driving in driver’s personal judgment in assessing the curves.
  • Page 211 Driving stability control systems CONTROLS DTC Dynamic Traction Activating/deactivating DTC Control Activating DTC Press the button. Concept TRACTION is displayed in the instru‐ DTC is a version of the DSC Dynamic Stability ment cluster and the indicator light for DSC OFF Control where drive power is optimized.
  • Page 212 Driving stability control systems CONTROLS driving dynamics. xDrive variably distributes the poseful steering of the rear wheels before the driving forces to the front and rear axles as de‐ driver intervenes, for instance in case of over‐ manded by the driving situation and road surface. steering.
  • Page 213 Driving stability control systems CONTROLS Variable sport steering The variable sport 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 with the steering angle. Online Edition for Part no.

  • Page 214: Driver Assistance Systems

    Driver assistance systems CONTROLS Driver assistance systems Vehicle features and Operation options Switching on Press the button on the steering wheel. This chapter describes all standard, country-spe‐ cific and optional features offered with the series. It also describes features and functions that are The current speed is accepted as the speed not necessarily available in your vehicle, e.g., due limit.
  • Page 215 Driver assistance systems CONTROLS Changing the speed limit Warning when the speed limit is exceeded Visual warning If the speed limit is exceeded: the indica‐ tor light in the instrument cluster flashes while the vehicle speed is greater than the set speed limit. Acoustic warning Press the rocker switch up or down repeatedly ▷...
  • Page 216 Driver assistance systems CONTROLS Cruise control Warning The desired speed can be incorrectly adjusted Concept or called up by mistake. There is a risk of acci‐ Using this system, a desired speed can be ad‐ dent. Adjust the desired speed to the traffic justed using the buttons on the steering wheel.
  • Page 217 Driver assistance systems CONTROLS DSC Dynamic Stability Control is switched on, if When the system is switched on, the current necessary. speed is maintained and stored as the desired speed. Switching off The stored speed is displayed on the speedom‐ eter.
  • Page 218 Driver assistance systems CONTROLS Continuing cruise control System limits An interrupted cruise control can be continued The desired speed is also maintained downhill. by calling up the stored speed. The speed may not be maintained on uphill grades if the drive power is insufficient. Make sure that the difference between current speed and stored speed is not too large before In ECO PRO drive mode, the vehicle may exceed...
  • Page 219 Driver assistance systems CONTROLS Safety information ▷ When fast approaching a slowly moving vehicle. ▷ Vehicle suddenly swerving into own lane. Warning ▷ When fast approaching standing vehicles. The system cannot serve as a substitute for the There is a risk of injuries or danger to life. driver’s personal judgment in assessing the Watch traffic closely and actively intervene traffic conditions.
  • Page 220 Driver assistance systems CONTROLS The maximum speed that can be set is limited Button Function and, e.g., depends on the vehicle and the vehicle Reduce distance. equipment version. Switch distance control on/off. The system can also be activated when station‐ ary.
  • Page 221 Driver assistance systems CONTROLS Switching on Interrupting automatically With steering and traffic jam assistant: The system is automatically interrupted in the following situations: ▷ When the driver applies the brakes. Press the button on the steering wheel. ▷ When selector lever position D is disengaged. ▷...
  • Page 222 Driver assistance systems CONTROLS Reduce distance The speed can also be stored by pressing a but‐ ton. Press the button repeatedly until the Press the button. desired distance is set. Instrument cluster will display selected distance. Changing the speed Increase the distance Press the button repeatedly until the desired distance is set.
  • Page 223 Driver assistance systems CONTROLS Displays in the instrument Without steering and traffic jam assis‐ tant. cluster Cruise control is continued with the stored val‐ General information ues. Depending on the equipment version, the dis‐ In the following cases, the stored speed value is plays in the instrument cluster may vary.
  • Page 224 Driver assistance systems CONTROLS Indicator/warning lights Symbol Description Distance 4 Symbol Description This value is set automatically Vehicle symbol white: after the system is switched on. No distance control display, as the accelerator pedal is being pressed. No distance control display, as the accelerator pedal is being Green symbol: pressed.
  • Page 225 Driver assistance systems CONTROLS Alternative displays ▷ Active Cruise Control switched off. ▷ Display in the Head-up Display selected. Symbol Description Head-Up Display, refer to page 162. Indicator light green: system is ▷ Distance too short. active. ▷ Speed greater than approx. 40 mph/70 km/h. No indicator light: system is switched off.
  • Page 226 Driver assistance systems CONTROLS Merging vehicles When you approach a curve the system may briefly report vehicles in the next lane due to the If a vehicle driving ahead of you suddenly merges bend of the curve. If the system decelerates you into your lane, the system may not be able to au‐...
  • Page 227 Driver assistance systems CONTROLS Drive power ▷ Active Cruise Control with Stop & Go func‐ tion ACC. The desired speed is also maintained downhill. The speed value is suggested as the new de‐ The speed may not be maintained on uphill sired speed to be applied.
  • Page 228 Driver assistance systems CONTROLS Adapt to route If necessary, "Driving" "Speed Limit Assistance" Concept "Speed limits" The system can be configured so that the vehi‐ Select the desired setting: cle adapts the speed automatically to the route. ▷ "Adjust manually": detected speed limit For instance, the speed will be reduced in the can be applied manually.
  • Page 229 Driver assistance systems CONTROLS General information The system determines the position of the lane markings and the vehicle driving ahead using five radar sensors and a camera. Depending on the speed, the system orients it‐ self according to the lane markings or vehicles in front.
  • Page 230 Driver assistance systems CONTROLS Camera Switching on/off Assisted Driving Mode General information This button is used to switch the config‐ ured function on and off. The button can be used to set the pri‐ marily used function. The camera is installed near the interior mirror. Set function Keep the windshield in front of the interior mirror clean and clear.
  • Page 231 Driver assistance systems CONTROLS Displays in the instrument System activates automatically as soon as all function conditions are fulfilled. cluster Steering wheel symbol lights up green. Symbol Description The system is active. Gray steering wheel symbol: With the system switched on, the person warn‐ The system is on standby.
  • Page 232 Driver assistance systems CONTROLS Alternative displays Symbol Description Depending on the equipment version, the dis‐ Yellow steering wheel symbol: plays in the instrument cluster may vary and are The hands are not grasping the displayed as follows: steering wheel. The system is Symbol Description still active.
  • Page 233 Driver assistance systems CONTROLS Displays in the Head-up Display ▷ Poorer recognition of vehicles and lane mark‐ ings. All system information can also be displayed in ▷ Short-term interruptions for vehicles that are the Head-up Display. already recognized. System limits Examples of unfavorable weather or light condi‐...
  • Page 234 Driver assistance systems CONTROLS Safety information Traffic Jam Assistant must be available in the respective country. Warning Switching on The system cannot serve as a substitute for the As soon as all functional requirements driver’s personal judgment in assessing the are met, Extended Traffic Jam Assistant traffic conditions.
  • Page 235 Driver assistance systems CONTROLS Safety information Indicator Description light Warning Indicator light green: system is active. The system cannot serve as a substitute for the driver’s personal judgment in assessing the traffic conditions. Based on the limits of the Displays on the steering wheel system, it cannot independently react to all traf‐...
  • Page 236 Driver assistance systems CONTROLS Displays in the instrument Press the turn indicator lever in the required direction to the pressure point for signaling cluster briefly. Steering support in the required direction can Symbol Description be detected a short time later. Green steering wheel symbol.
  • Page 237 Driver assistance systems CONTROLS Depending on the Symbol Description equipment version: lane Green steering wheel symbol. change with active Gray line for lane marking on the appropriate side. guidance Green arrow symbol for lane- changing. Concept The system carries out a lane The system assists the driver when lane change.
  • Page 238 Driver assistance systems CONTROLS ▷ Adaptation to route details is activated. "Speed Limit Assistance" ▷ The function must be available in the country "Adjust to route" in which the vehicle is driven. System limits Changing lanes The limits of the Active Cruise Control and One or more lane changes are required to Steering and Lane Control Assistant systems ap‐...
  • Page 239 Driver assistance systems CONTROLS Switching on/off driving style to traffic conditions. Watch traffic closely and actively intervene where appropri‐ ate. Switching on automatically The system switches on automatically in the fol‐ lowing situations: Warning ▷ If selector lever position R is engaged when Due to high speeds when PDC Park Distance the engine is running.
  • Page 240 Driver assistance systems CONTROLS Visual warning Depending on the equipment version, the sys‐ tem cannot be switched off manually if the re‐ verse gear is engaged. Warning Signal tones General information An intermittent tone indicates when the vehicle is approaching an object. E.g., when an object is The approach of the vehicle to an object is detected to the left rear of the vehicle, a signal shown on the Control Display.
  • Page 241 Driver assistance systems CONTROLS of damage to property. Actively intervene as sensors before or after a continuous tone warranted. Refer to the information in this Own‐ sounds. er’s Manual regarding the scope of the sys‐ ▷ Cargo that extends beyond the perimeter of tem’s operation and limitations.
  • Page 242 Driver assistance systems CONTROLS Depending on equipment traffic and vehicle surroundings closely and ac‐ tively intervene where appropriate. version: emergency brake function, Active PDC Additionally, the Safety Instructions for the PDC Park Distance Control and the Automatic Parking Assistant apply. Concept Additional information: The emergency braking function of PDC initiates...
  • Page 243 Driver assistance systems CONTROLS With Parking Assistant: Display side parking aid Concept The system warns of obstacles on the side of the vehicle. General information The system uses the ultrasonic sensors of the To protect the sides of the vehicle, obstacle Park Distance Control PDC and the Parking As‐...
  • Page 244 Driver assistance systems CONTROLS Additionally, assistance functions can be shown The image quality may be impaired by dirt. If in the display, e.g., help lines. necessary, clean the camera lens. Safety information Switching on/off Switching on automatically Warning The system cannot serve as a substitute for the The system is switched on automatically if selec‐...
  • Page 245 Driver assistance systems CONTROLS Display on the Control Display Turning radius lines Function bars The assistance functions can be activated man‐ ually via the function bars on the sides of the Control Display. Move the Controller to the right, if needed. With corresponding equipment: "Camera image"...
  • Page 246 Driver assistance systems CONTROLS General information The colored thresholds of the obstacle markings match the markings of the PDC Park Distance Several cameras capture the area from different Control. selectable perspectives. The following camera perspectives can be dis‐ Setting brightness and contrast played: via iDrive ▷...
  • Page 247 Driver assistance systems CONTROLS Overview Buttons in the vehicle One camera is located at the bottom of each ex‐ terior mirror housing. The image quality may be impaired by dirt on the camera lenses. If required, clean the camera Park assistance button lenses.
  • Page 248 Driver assistance systems CONTROLS Display on the Control Display Automatic camera perspective The automatic camera perspective shows a Overview steering-dependent view in the respective driv‐ ing direction. This perspective adapts to the respective driving situation. As soon as obstacles are detected, the view changes to a fixed display of the area in front or at the rear behind the bumper or, if necessary, changes to a side view.
  • Page 249 Driver assistance systems CONTROLS ▷ "Settings": apply settings, for instance to Turning radius lines show the course of the use the activation points for Panorama View. smallest possible turning radius on a level road. Only one turning radius line is displayed after the Rearview camera steering wheel is turned past a certain angle.
  • Page 250 Driver assistance systems CONTROLS Car wash view The system does not detect whether an obstacle moves later on. For this reason, at standstill, the markings are not shown anymore in the display after a certain time. The area next to the vehicle must be newly captured.
  • Page 251 Driver assistance systems CONTROLS Panorama View With navigation system: activation points Concept Concept Positions where Panorama View should switch on automatically can be stored as activation points provided that a GPS signal is received. General information Up to ten activation points can be stored. Activation points can be used when driving for‐...
  • Page 252 With the trunk lid open. Concept ▷ With exterior mirrors folded in. The BMW Connected app and the pictures of Gray hatched areas with symbol, for instance the Surround View cameras in combination with open door, in the camera image mark areas that the corresponding equipment enable the display are currently not displayed.
  • Page 253 Data protection, refer to page 62. ▷ In poor light. ▷ BMW Connected App must be installed on the mobile device. ▷ In case of soiled cameras. ▷ ConnectedDrive countries: an activated driver ▷...
  • Page 254 Driver assistance systems CONTROLS ▷ Depending on the equipment version: when driving out of parallel parking spaces. NOTICE The parking assistant can steer the vehicle over General information or onto curbs. There is a risk of damage to property. Watch traffic closely and actively in‐ Handling tervene where appropriate.
  • Page 255 Driver assistance systems CONTROLS Functional requirements The current status of the parking space search is indicated on the Control Display. Ultrasound sensors Parking assistant is activated automatically. ▷ Do not cover sensors, for instance with stick‐ Switching on with reverse gear ers.
  • Page 256 Driver assistance systems CONTROLS Parking space search and system The setting is stored for the driver profile cur‐ rently used. status Signal tones of the PDC Park Distance Control During an automatic parking operation, no inter‐ mittent tone will sound from the PDC Park Dis‐ tance Control.
  • Page 257 Driver assistance systems CONTROLS Interrupting manually Reactivate the parking assistant and follow the instructions on the Control Display. The parking assistant can be interrupted at any time: Switching off ▷ Press the park assistance button. The system can be switched off manually: ▷...
  • Page 258 Driver assistance systems CONTROLS ▷ With ditches or edges, for instance an edge The vehicle maneuvers automatically until the of a port. vehicle reaches a position in which the driver can drive out of the parking space without further ▷ Parking spaces that are not suitable may be steering movements.
  • Page 259 Driver assistance systems CONTROLS Press the park assistance button or shift into The Reversing Assistant uses the control ele‐ reverse gear when the vehicle is stationary to ments and sensors of the PDC Park Distance switch on the parking assistant. Control and the Automatic Parking Assistant.
  • Page 260 ▷ If the vehicle leaves the stored lane during re‐ Using the BMW display key, the vehicle can be versing; for example, at the maximum steer‐ moved by approx. 2 times the vehicle length. ing angle. The speed is approx. 1.1 mph/1.8 km/h.
  • Page 261 BMW display key. tervene where appropriate. ▷ PDC Park Distance Control. Button on the BMW display key: the button on Overview the side of the BMW display key must be pressed and held for the duration of the parking Ultrasound sensors operation so that the vehicle can move.
  • Page 262 2. ▷ To move the vehicle with remote control, the driver must hold the BMW display key within One camera is located at the bottom of each ex‐ the wireless range, arrow 3, outside the vehi‐ terior mirror housing.
  • Page 263 The engine is switched off. At the end of the reversing out operation, re‐ Lock the vehicle. lease the button on the side of the BMW dis‐ play key. The vehicle stops. Cancel, pause, continue the parking Enter using the BMW display key and drive procedure off as normal.
  • Page 264 In case of changes to an already-measured text messages. parking space. ▷ With ditches or edges, for instance an edge Messages on the BMW display of a port. ▷ Parking spaces that are not suitable may be detected or suitable parking spaces may not The symbol identifies system messages.
  • Page 265 Driver assistance systems CONTROLS General information Park assistance button Radar sensors Two radar sensors in the rear bumper monitor the area behind the vehicle. The system indicates approaching traffic. The radar sensors are located in the rear bumper. Depending on the vehicle equipment, the traffic area in front of the vehicle is monitored as well.
  • Page 266 Driver assistance systems CONTROLS Light in the exterior mirror Via iDrive "CAR" "Settings" "Driver Assistance" "Parking and Maneuvering" "Cross Traffic Warning" "Activate function" Switching on automatically The light in the exterior mirror flashes if vehicles If the system was activated on the Control Dis‐ are detected by the rear sensors and your own play, it is automatically switched on as soon as vehicle is moving backwards.
  • Page 267 Driver assistance systems CONTROLS Yellow lines, arrow 2, mark the bumper of your own vehicle. Acoustic warning In addition to the optical indicator, a warning sig‐ nal sounds if your own vehicle moves into the re‐ spective direction. System limits The system may not be fully functional in the fol‐...

  • Page 268: Driving Comfort

    Driving comfort CONTROLS Driving comfort Vehicle features and Driving Dynamics Control, refer to page 130. options Adaptive Drive This chapter describes all standard, country-spe‐ cific and optional features offered with the series. Concept It also describes features and functions that are Adaptive Drive is an actively controlled chassis.
  • Page 269 Driving comfort CONTROLS Tuning The Adaptive M Suspension Professional en‐ compasses the following systems: The system offers different settings ranging from ▷ Low-lying sport chassis. comfortable travel to dynamic driving. ▷ Adaptive chassis. The settings are assigned to the different drive modes of the Driving Dynamics Control.

  • Page 270: Climate Control

    Climate control CONTROLS Climate control Vehicle features and Automatic climate control options Overview This chapter describes all standard, country-spe‐ Buttons in the vehicle cific and optional features offered with the series. It also describes features and functions that are not necessarily available in your vehicle, e.g., due to the selected options or country versions.
  • Page 271 Climate control CONTROLS ▷ Complete system: Button Function Press and hold the left button on the Defrost and defog window. driver's side until the system switches off. Rear window defroster. ▷ On the front passenger side: Press and hold the left button on the Active seat ventilation, refer to front passenger side.
  • Page 272 Climate control CONTROLS Adjusting Switching on/off "CAR" Press the button. "Settings" The LED is illuminated with the system switched on. "Climate control" "Temperature adjustment" Air flows out of the vents to the upper body re‐ Set the desired temperature. gion. The vents need to be open for this. Adjust air flow on the driver's side with the pro‐...
  • Page 273 Climate control CONTROLS Adjusting Press the left or right side of the button: to decrease or increase intensity. Press the button: The selected intensity is shown on the display of The LED is illuminated when recircu‐ the automatic climate control. lated-air mode is switched on.
  • Page 274 Climate control CONTROLS Adjusting Switching on/off Press the button repeatedly to select a Press the button. program: The LED is illuminated with the system switched on. ▷ Windows, upper body region, and floor area. ▷ Upper body region and floor area. The air flow can be adjusted manually with the system switched on.
  • Page 275 Climate control CONTROLS Adjusting the ventilation Ventilation in rear, center General information The air flow directions can be adjusted for direct or indirect ventilation. Open the vents and position them to ensure ef‐ fective climate control. Direct ventilation The air flow is directed towards the passengers. ▷...
  • Page 276 Climate control CONTROLS Rear automatic climate "Climate control" "Rear climate control" control The rear automatic climate control is not ready for operation if the automatic climate control is Overview switched off or if the function for defrosting the windows and removing condensation is active. Buttons in the vehicle Using the button: switching on Press any button except for the following:...
  • Page 277 Climate control CONTROLS General information General information The function is available with external tempera‐ To adjust the air flow manually switch off AUTO tures above approx. 32 ℉/0 ℃ and with the program first. drive-ready state switched on. Adjusting Switching on/off Press the left or right side of the button: Press the button.
  • Page 278 "Start now" Switching on/off directly Via BMW display key General information Switching on Switch on the display of the BMW display There are different ways to switch the system on key. or off. "Preconditioning setting" The system switches off automatically after a certain period of time.
  • Page 279 Activate the desired departure time. planned departure time to allow a sufficient pe‐ riod of time for the climate control. Via BMW display key Switch on the display of the BMW display Setting the departure time key. "Preconditioning setting" Via iDrive...
  • Page 280 Via iDrive. ▷ Battery is sufficiently charged. ▷ With the vehicle key. ▷ For reasons of safety, the system can only be ▷ Via BMW display key. switched on twice consecutively. The system Online Edition for Part no. 01405A11338 - VI/20...
  • Page 281 CONTROLS The system can also be switched off directly as Switching off: follows: pressing the Start/Stop button, without Switch on the display of the BMW display operating the brake pedal. key. The system switches off automatically after ap‐ "Preconditioning setting"...
  • Page 282 Additional information: Via BMW display key For Your Own Safety, refer to page 8. Switch on the display of the BMW display key. Setting the departure time "Preconditioning setting" Tap on the symbol.
  • Page 283 Physical condition of the vehicle occupants, switching between the fragrances. for instance fatigue. The fragrance cartridges are located in the glove BMW recommends the use of genuine BMW compartment. fragrance cartridges. To ensure a pleasant fragrance inside of the ve‐...
  • Page 284 Climate control CONTROLS "Climate control" Remove the cover of the fragrance cartridge. Hold the cover on the top to slide it from the "Fragrance" fragrance cartridge. "Level" Select the desired setting. Display The illustrations on the Control Display show the actual filling level of the fragrance cartridges.
  • Page 285 Climate control CONTROLS Insert the fragrance cartridge without pres‐ Fragrance cartridge, arrow 2: second fra‐ sure into the cartridge holder. The cartridge grance indicated on the Control Display. snaps lightly into place. Pull desired fragrance cartridge from the Push the cartridge holder up, until it engages. holder.

  • Page 286: Interior Equipment

    Interior equipment CONTROLS Interior equipment Vehicle features and Safety information options Warning This chapter describes all standard, country-spe‐ The operation of remote-controlled systems cific and optional features offered with the series. with the integrated universal remote control, It also describes features and functions that are such as the garage door, may result in injury, not necessarily available in your vehicle, e.g., due for example, body parts becoming jammed in a...
  • Page 287 Interior equipment CONTROLS Control elements on the interior Canada: if programming with the hand-held transmitter was interrupted, hold down the in‐ mirror terior mirror button and repeatedly press and release the hand-held transmitter button for 2 seconds. 6. ▷ The LED lights up green: programming completed.
  • Page 288 Interior equipment CONTROLS Synchronizing the universal remote control with ▷ The LED flashes fast: the hand-held the system: transmitter was detected but program‐ ming is not complete. Park the vehicle within range of the remote- Press the button on the interior mirror for controlled system.
  • Page 289 Interior equipment CONTROLS Ashtray Press and hold the two outer buttons on the in‐ terior mirror simultaneously for approximately 10 seconds until the LED on the interior mirror Front center console flashes green rapidly. Opening Sun visor Push the cover forward until it engages. Glare shield Fold the sun visor down or up.
  • Page 290 Interior equipment CONTROLS Cigarette lighter Safety information Warning Contact with the hot heating element or the hot socket of the cigarette lighter can cause burns. Flammable materials can ignite if the cigarette The cigarette lighter is located between the cup lighter falls down or is held against the objects.
  • Page 291 Interior equipment CONTROLS Do not damage the socket by using non-com‐ patible connectors. Safety information Warning Devices and cables in the unfolding area of the airbags, such as portable navigation devices, can hinder the unfolding of the airbag or be A socket is located between the cup holders.
  • Page 292 Interior equipment CONTROLS USB port General information Follow the information regarding the connection of mobile devices to the USB port in the section on USB connections. Additional information: USB connections, refer to page 74. Push the cover forward until it engages. In the center armrest A USB port is located in the center console.
  • Page 293 Charging the rechargeable battery of a mo‐ bile phone with Qi capability and of other mo‐ bile devices, which support the Qi standard. Safety information ▷ Charging the BMW Display key. ▷ Connect the mobile phone to the external an‐ Warning tenna.
  • Page 294 Interior equipment CONTROLS Removing the mobile phone Open the tray cover. Remove the mobile phone. LED displays Color Meaning Blue The mobile phone is charging. 1 LED The blue LED stays illuminated once 2 Storage area the inserted mobile phone with Qi ca‐ pability is fully charged.
  • Page 295 To ensure the more unless the booster is permanently deacti‐ best possible connection a signal booster (LTE- vated by your local BMW dealer. Compensator) is used in conjunction with the WCA. The following paragraphs refer to this...

  • Page 296: Storage Compartments

    Storage compartments CONTROLS Storage compartments Vehicle features and Front passenger side glove options compartment This chapter describes all standard, country-spe‐ Safety information cific and optional features offered with the series. It also describes features and functions that are Warning not necessarily available in your vehicle, e.g., due to the selected options or country versions.
  • Page 297 Storage compartments CONTROLS Safety information integrated key, for instance when the vehicle is parked by valet parking. Additional information: Warning Integrated key, refer to page 89. Breakable objects, such as glass bottles or glasses, can break in the event of an accident Driver's side glove or a braking or evasive maneuver.
  • Page 298 Storage compartments CONTROLS Center armrest, front Opening General information A storage compartment is located in the center armrest between the seats. Opening Push the cover forward until it engages. Press the button. Closing Press cover down until it engages. Two cup holders are located in the center con‐ sole.
  • Page 299 Storage compartments CONTROLS Clothes hooks weight, shatterproof, and sealable containers. Do not transport hot beverages. General information The clothes hooks are located in the grab han‐ NOTICE dles in the rear and on the door pillar in the rear. With an open cup holder, the center armrest cannot be folded back up.

  • Page 300: Cargo Area

    Cargo area CONTROLS Cargo area Vehicle features and Warning options Improperly stowed objects can shift and be thrown into the car's interior, for instance in the This chapter describes all standard, country-spe‐ event of an accident or during braking and eva‐ cific and optional features offered with the series.
  • Page 301 Cargo area CONTROLS Lashing eyes in the cargo hicle. Consult this manual to determine how this reduces the available cargo and luggage area load capacity of your vehicle. Load General information Attach load securing aids, such as lashing straps, tensioning straps, draw straps or cargo nets, to the lashing eyes in the cargo area.
  • Page 302 Cargo area CONTROLS Folding down Opening Press on the multi-function hook and turn until it Pull the handle. engages. With emergency wheel: storage compartment under the cargo floor panel Small objects can be stowed in the net on the left side. General information Storage compartment on There is a storage compartment under the cargo...
  • Page 303 Cargo area CONTROLS Through-loading system and backrests are securely engaged or locked. If possible, adjust the height of the head re‐ straints or remove them. Concept The cargo area can be enlarged by folding down the rear seat backrests. NOTICE Vehicle parts can be damaged when folding General information down the rear backrest.
  • Page 304 Cargo area CONTROLS With an emergency wheel: locked rear seat backrest moves forward slightly. enlarging the cargo area Concept The emergency wheel and any related compo‐ nents can be temporarily removed to enlarge the cargo area. Removing the emergency wheel and the storage compartments Fold the rear seat backrest forward.
  • Page 305 Cargo area CONTROLS Remove the storage compartment. Remove the storage well. Insert the cargo floor panel. Inserting the emergency wheel and the storage compartments Proceed in reverse order to insert the emergency wheel and the storage compartments. Ski and snowboard bag The ski and snowboard bag is contained in a protective jacket in the cargo area.

  • Page 306: Driving Tips

    Things to remember when driving DRIVING TIPS Things to remember when driving Vehicle features and Engine, transmission, and axle drive options Up to 1,200 miles/2,000 km This chapter describes all standard, country-spe‐ Do not exceed the maximum engine and road cific and optional features offered with the series.
  • Page 307 Things to remember when driving DRIVING TIPS General driving notes bustible materials can come in contact with hot vehicle parts in driving operation, idle or during parking. Closing the trunk lid Mobile communication devices Safety information in the vehicle Warning Warning An open trunk lid protrudes from the vehicle and can endanger occupants and other traffic...
  • Page 308 Things to remember when driving DRIVING TIPS Safety information curely fastened again after they were removed, for instance for cleaning. NOTICE Driving in wet conditions When driving too quickly through too deep wa‐ ter, water can enter into the engine compart‐ When roads are wet, salted, or in heavy rain, gen‐...
  • Page 309 Things to remember when driving DRIVING TIPS Brake disc corrosion Overview Corrosion on the brake discs and contamination on the brake pads are increased by the following circumstances: ▷ Low mileage. ▷ Extended periods when the vehicle is not used at all. ▷...
  • Page 310 Things to remember when driving DRIVING TIPS ▷ Do not let objects project into the opening path of the trunk lid. ▷ Drive cautiously and avoid sudden accelera‐ tion and braking maneuvers. Take corners gently. Driving on racetracks Fold the cover outward. Warning Mounting The vehicle is not designed for use in M Sport...

  • Page 311: Saving Fuel

    Saving fuel DRIVING TIPS Saving fuel Vehicle features and Close the windows and glass sunroof options Driving with the glass sunroof and windows open results in increased air resistance and raises fuel This chapter describes all standard, country-spe‐ consumption. cific and optional features offered with the series. It also describes features and functions that are Tires not necessarily available in your vehicle, e.g., due...
  • Page 312 Have maintenance carried out If necessary, observe the vehicle's gear shift indi‐ cator. Have the vehicle maintained regularly to achieve optimal vehicle efficiency and service life. BMW Use coasting conditions recommends that maintenance work be per‐ formed by a BMW service center.
  • Page 313 Saving fuel DRIVING TIPS ▷ ECO PRO limit An ECO PRO tip is displayed if the speed of the set ECO PRO limit is exceeded. ▷ Coasting driving condition. ▷ "Notification at:" ▷ Driving style analysis. Set the desired speed for the ECO PRO Overview speed.
  • Page 314 Saving fuel DRIVING TIPS Display in the instrument cluster If the acceleration is inefficient, the area between the average consumption and the current con‐ sumption is colored red. General information In addition, the following information is displayed, When ECO PRO driving mode is activated, the depending on the situation: display switches to a special configuration.
  • Page 315 Saving fuel DRIVING TIPS Activating/deactivating coasting via automatically in vehicles with Mild-Hybrid tech‐ nology. When the engine is switched off, the shift paddles tachometer points to READY in the instrument Shift to the highest gear by pulling the right cluster. The vehicle continues to coast without shift paddle.
  • Page 316 Saving fuel DRIVING TIPS ▷ Battery charge status temporarily too low or In contrast, a reduced number of bars will be dis‐ vehicle electrical system drawing excessive played with an inefficient driving style. current. Driving style analysis Concept The function helps develop an especially effi‐ cient driving style and to conserve fuel.
  • Page 317 Saving fuel DRIVING TIPS Online Edition for Part no. 01405A11338 - VI/20...

  • Page 318: Mobility

    Refueling MOBILITY Refueling Vehicle features and Safety information options NOTICE This chapter describes all standard, country-spe‐ With a driving range of less than cific and optional features offered with the series. 30 miles/50 km the engine may no longer have It also describes features and functions that are sufficient fuel.
  • Page 319 Refueling MOBILITY Turn the fuel cap counterclockwise. Have fuel filler flap unlocked by a dealer’s service center or another qualified service center or re‐ pair shop. Place the fuel cap in the bracket attached to the fuel filler flap. Closing Warning The retaining strap of the fuel cap can be jam‐...

  • Page 320: Wheels And Tires

    Wheels and tires MOBILITY Wheels and tires Vehicle features and Tire inflation pressure specifications options In the tire inflation pressure table This chapter describes all standard, country-spe‐ The tire inflation pressure table, refer to cific and optional features offered with the series. page 320, contains all tire inflation pressure It also describes features and functions that are specifications for the specified tire sizes at the...
  • Page 321 Wheels and tires MOBILITY Checking using tire inflation Reinitialize the Flat Tire Monitor. pressure specifications in the tire With Tire Pressure Monitor: inflation pressure table The corrected tire inflation pressures are applied Determine the intended tire inflation pressure automatically. Make sure that the correct tire set‐ levels for the mounted tires.
  • Page 322 Wheels and tires MOBILITY Tire inflation pressure values up Tire size Pressure specifica‐ to 100 mph/160 km/h tions in bar/PSI Rear: 275/35 R 19 2.6 / 38 530i, 530i xDrive 100 V XL M+S Front: 2.5 / 36 Tire size Pressure specifica‐...
  • Page 323 Wheels and tires MOBILITY Tire size Pressure specifica‐ Tire size Pressure specifica‐ tions in bar/PSI tions in bar/PSI Front: 245/40 R 19 2.4 / 35 Rear: 275/35 R 19 2.4 / 35 98 Y XL 100 H XL A/S Rear: 275/35 R 19 2.6 / 38 Front: 245/40 R 19 2.6 / 38...
  • Page 324 Wheels and tires MOBILITY Tire inflation pressure values Tire size Pressure specifica‐ over 100 mph/160 km/h tions in bar/PSI Rear: 275/30 R 20 3.0 / 44 530i, 530i xDrive 97 Y XL Without high-speed tuning feature Front: 245/40 R 19 2.5 / 36 Tire size Pressure specifica‐...
  • Page 325 Wheels and tires MOBILITY Tire size Pressure specifica‐ Tire size Pressure specifica‐ tions in bar/PSI tions in bar/PSI Rear: 275/30 R 20 3.1 / 45 Front: 245/40 R 19 2.6 / 38 97 Y XL 98 V XL M+S Rear: 275/35 R 19 2.9 / 42 Emergency wheel: Speed up to a max.
  • Page 326 Wheels and tires MOBILITY Tire size Pressure specifica‐ Tire size Pressure specifica‐ tions in bar/PSI tions in bar/PSI Rear: 275/30 R 20 3.1 / 45 Rear: 275/40 R 18 2.9 / 42 97 Y XL 99 Y Emergency wheel: Speed up to a max. of Front: 2.9 / 42 50 mph / 80 km/h...
  • Page 327 Wheels and tires MOBILITY Tire size Pressure specifica‐ Designation Maximum speed tions in bar/PSI up to 131 mph/210 km/h Rear: 275/30 R 20 3.1 / 45 up to 150 mph/240 km/h 97 Y XL up to 167 mph/270 km/h Emergency wheel: Speed up to a max.
  • Page 328 Wheels and tires MOBILITY Temperature A B C of performance on the laboratory test wheel than the minimum required by law. All passenger vehicle tires must conform to Fed‐ eral Safety Requirements in addition to these grades. Warning The temperature grade for this tire is estab‐ Treadwear lished for a tire that is properly inflated and not The treadwear grade is a comparative rating...
  • Page 329 Wheels and tires MOBILITY Minimum tread depth ▷ Road damage. ▷ Tire inflation pressure too low. ▷ Vehicle overloading. ▷ Incorrect tire storage. Safety information Warning Damaged tires can lose tire inflation pressure, which can lead to loss of vehicle control. There Wear indicators are distributed around the tire is a risk of accident.
  • Page 330 Wheels and tires MOBILITY Wheel and tire combination the original wheel/tire combination remounted on the vehicle as soon as possible. General information You can ask the dealer's service center or an‐ Recommended tire brands other qualified service center or repair shop about the correct wheel/tire combination and wheel rim versions for the vehicle.
  • Page 331 Wheels and tires MOBILITY Winter tires formation is available from a dealer's service cen‐ ter or another qualified service center or repair shop. After rotating, check the tire pressure and General information correct, if needed. Winter tires are recommended for operating on winter roads.
  • Page 332 Wheels and tires MOBILITY Safety information ▷ If necessary, set up a warning triangle at an appropriate distance. Warning Mobility System The vehicle handles differently when a run-flat tire has insufficient or no tire pressure; for in‐ stance, reduced lane stability when braking, Concept braking distances are longer and the self-steer‐...
  • Page 333 Wheels and tires MOBILITY Overview 3 Tire pressure gage 4 Reduce tire inflation pressure button Storage 5 On/off switch 6 Compressor 7 Connector/cable for socket 8 Connection hose Safety measures ▷ Park the vehicle as far away as possible from passing traffic and on solid ground.
  • Page 334 Wheels and tires MOBILITY Screw the filling hose of the sealant container onto the tire valve of the nonworking wheel. NOTICE The compressor can overheat during extended operation. There is a risk of damage to prop‐ erty. Do not run the compressor for more than 10 minutes.
  • Page 335 Wheels and tires MOBILITY Checking and adjusting the tire Insert the connector into the power socket in the vehicle interior. inflation pressure Checking Switch off the compressor. Read the tire inflation pressure on the tire pressure gage. To continue the trip, a tire inflation pressure of at least 2 bar must be reached.
  • Page 336 Wheels and tires MOBILITY Adjustment Replace the nonworking tire and the sealant con‐ tainer of the Mobility System promptly. Stop at a suitable location. Additional information: Screw the connection hose of the compres‐ ▷ Run-flat tires, refer to page 344. sor directly onto the tire valve stem.
  • Page 337 Wheels and tires MOBILITY Switching off rear axle steering ▷ 225/55 R 17. ▷ 245/45 R 18. The rear axle steering is switched off by specify‐ ing that snow chains are installed. ▷ 245/40 R 19. Follow the snow chain manufacturer's instruc‐ "CAR"...
  • Page 338 Wheels and tires MOBILITY Safety information Tire settings General information Warning The tire sizes of the mounted tires can be gath‐ The display of the target pressures is not a ered from the tire inflation pressure details on the substitute for the tire inflation pressure details vehicle or directly on the tires.
  • Page 339 Wheels and tires MOBILITY Status display Tire conditions Current status General information The system status can be displayed on the Con‐ Tire and system status are indicated by the color trol Display, e.g., whether or not the system is ac‐ of the wheels and a text message on the Control tive.
  • Page 340 Wheels and tires MOBILITY Reset tire inflation pressure: "Perform reset". Symbol Possible cause Drive away. Inflation was not carried out accord‐ The wheels are displayed in gray and the follow‐ ing to specifications, for instance ing is displayed "Resetting tire pressure…". when the tire has not been suffi‐...
  • Page 341 Wheels and tires MOBILITY If a tire inflation pressure check is Symbol Possible cause required There is a flat tire or a major loss in tire inflation pressure. Message A symbol with a Check Control message ap‐ pears on the Control Display. Measure Reduce your speed and stop cautiously.
  • Page 342 Wheels and tires MOBILITY Actions in the event of a flat tire Measure Reduce the vehicle speed. Do not exceed a Normal tires speed of 80 mph/130 km/h. At the next opportunity, for instance at a gas Identify the damaged tire. station, check the tire inflation pressure in all Check the tire inflation pressure in all four four tires and correct if necessary.
  • Page 343 Wheels and tires MOBILITY System limits Continued driving with a flat tire Follow the following when continuing to drive Temperature with a damaged tire: The tire inflation pressure depends on the tire's Avoid sudden braking and steering maneu‐ temperature. vers. Driving or exposure to the sun will increase the Do not exceed a speed of 50 mph/80 km/h.
  • Page 344 Wheels and tires MOBILITY ▷ For tires with special approval: the system TPMS malfunctions may occur for a variety of was unable to complete the reset. Perform a reasons, including the installation of replacement system reset again. or alternate tires or wheels on the vehicle that prevent the TPMS from functioning properly.
  • Page 345 Wheels and tires MOBILITY Initialization required mation on run-flat tires and continued driving with these tires. An initialization must be performed in the follow‐ ing situations: ▷ After the tire inflation pressure has been ad‐ Indication of a flat tire justed.
  • Page 346 Wheels and tires MOBILITY Run-flat tires Vehicle handling with damaged tires Vehicles driven with a damaged tire will handle Safety information differently, potentially leading to conditions such as the following: ▷ Greater likelihood of swerving off course. Warning ▷ Longer braking distances. The vehicle handles differently when a run-flat tire has insufficient or no tire pressure;...
  • Page 347 Wheels and tires MOBILITY Changing wheels/tires an emergency or spare wheel in the event of a breakdown. General information When using run-flat tires or a flat tire kit, a wheel Warning does not always need to be changed immedi‐ On soft, uneven or slippery ground, for example ately when there is a loss of tire inflation pressure snow, ice, tiles, etc., the vehicle jack can slip due to a flat tire.
  • Page 348 Wheels and tires MOBILITY Securing the vehicle against Lug bolt lock rolling Concept General information The wheel lug bolts have a special coding. The lug bolts can only be released with the adapter The vehicle manufacturer recommends to addi‐ which matches the coding. tionally secure the vehicle against rolling away when changing a wheel.
  • Page 349 Wheels and tires MOBILITY Jacking up the vehicle ▷ Switch on the hazard warning system. ▷ Set the parking brake. ▷ Engage a gear or move the selector lever to Warning position P. Hands and fingers can be jammed when using ▷...
  • Page 350 Wheels and tires MOBILITY Mounting a wheel Extend the vehicle jack by turning the vehicle jack crank or lever clockwise. Mount one emergency wheel only, as required. Unscrew the lug bolts. Remove the wheel. Put the new wheel or emergency wheel on and screw in at least two lug bolts in a cross‐...
  • Page 351 Wheels and tires MOBILITY Emergency wheel Removing the emergency wheel Remove the cargo floor panel. To do this, pull the cargo floor panel upward directly behind Concept the rear backrests. In the event of a flat tire, the emergency wheel can be used in place of the wheel with the defec‐...

  • Page 352: Engine Compartment

    Engine compartment MOBILITY Engine compartment Vehicle features and not necessarily available in your vehicle, e.g., due to the selected options or country versions. This options also applies to safety-related functions and sys‐ tems. When using these functions and systems, This chapter describes all standard, country-spe‐ the applicable laws and regulations must be ob‐...
  • Page 353 Engine compartment MOBILITY 8-cylinder engine 1 Filler neck for washer fluid 5 Oil filler neck 2 Jump-starting, positive battery terminal 6 Jump-starting, negative battery terminal 3 Coolant reservoir, engine 7 Vehicle identification number 4 Coolant reservoir, auxiliary cooling Hood Warning The engine compartment accommodates mov‐...
  • Page 354 Engine compartment MOBILITY After the lever is released, pull the lever again, arrow 2. Warning Hood can be opened. An incorrectly locked hood can open while driv‐ ing and restrict visibility. There is a risk of acci‐ Be careful of protruding parts on the hood. dent.

  • Page 355: Operating Materials

    Operating materials MOBILITY Operating materials Vehicle features and Safety information options CAUTION This chapter describes all standard, country-spe‐ The use of poor-quality fuels may result in cific and optional features offered with the series. harmful engine deposits or damage. Addition‐ It also describes features and functions that are ally, problems relating to drivability, starting and stalling, especially under certain environmental...
  • Page 356 Different Check Control messages appear on the Control Display depending on the engine oil Recommended fuel grade level. BMW recommends AKI 91. Safety information M Performance model: BMW recommends AKI 93. NOTICE Refuel with this gasoline to achieve the rated performance and consumption values.
  • Page 357 Operating materials MOBILITY ▷ Monitoring. If the engine oil level is outside its permissible operating range, a Check Control message is ▷ Detailed measurement. displayed. When making frequent short-distance trips or using a dynamic driving style, for instance when General information taking curves aggressively, regularly perform a During the measurement, the idle speed is in‐...
  • Page 358 Operating materials MOBILITY Safety information Opening, refer to page 354. Open the lid counterclockwise. Warning Operating materials, for instance oils, greases, coolants, fuels, can contain harmful ingredients. There is a risk of injuries or danger to life. Fol‐ low the instructions on the containers. Avoid the contact of articles of clothing, skin or eyes with operating materials.
  • Page 359 Operating materials MOBILITY Gasoline engine BMW Longlife-01 FE. BMW Longlife-14 FE+. BMW Longlife-17 FE+. Alternative engine oil types If an engine oil suitable for continuous use is not available, up to 1 US quart/liter of an engine oil Coolant with the following oil rating can be added:...
  • Page 360 Operating materials MOBILITY Coolant level Adding coolant Let the engine cool. General information Opening the hood. Depending on the motorization, there are up to Opening, refer to page 354. two coolant reservoirs in the engine compart‐ Turn the lid of the coolant reservoir slightly ment.
  • Page 361 Follow the usage instructions on the washer fluid container. Use of BMW’s Windshield Washer Concentrate or the equivalent is recommended. The washer fluid reservoir is located in the en‐...

  • Page 362: Maintenance

    Therefore, hand the service advisor the vehicle key with which the vehicle was driven most re‐ BMW maintenance system cently. Storage periods The maintenance system provides service notifi‐ cations and thereby provides support in main‐...
  • Page 363 Maintenance MOBILITY Position the performance of service and maintenance work. The manufacturer of your vehicle recommends that maintenance and repair be performed by a service center or another qualified service center or repair shop. Records of regular maintenance and repair work should be retained. Socket for OBD Onboard Diagnosis There is an OBD socket on the driver's side for...

  • Page 364: Replacing Components

    Replacing components MOBILITY Replacing components Vehicle features and not fold or switch on the wiper without a wiper blade installed. options This chapter describes all standard, country-spe‐ NOTICE cific and optional features offered with the series. Folded-away wipers can be jammed when the It also describes features and functions that are hood is opened.
  • Page 365 Replacing components MOBILITY Headlight glass Insert the new wiper blade and press it on un‐ til it you hear it snap into the holder. Condensation can form on the inside of the Fold down the wipers. headlight glass in cool or humid weather. When driving with the lights switched on, the conden‐...
  • Page 366 Replacing components MOBILITY Register the battery to the Charging the battery vehicle Charge the battery only when the engine is off and via the starting aid terminals in the engine The manufacturer of the vehicle recommends compartment. that you have a service center or another quali‐ fied service center or repair shop register the ve‐...
  • Page 367 Replacing components MOBILITY Fuses Overview General information The fuses are located at different places in the vehicle. Safety information Warning The battery for the Mild-Hybrid technology is lo‐ Incorrect and repaired fuses can overload elec‐ cated under a cover in the engine compartment trical lines and components.
  • Page 368 Information on the fuse types and locations, as well as the positions of any other fuse boxes, is available on the Internet: www.bmw.com/fuse‐ card. Where applicable, information on the fuse types and locations is also found on a separate sheet in the fuse box.

  • Page 369: Breakdown Assistance

    The first-aid kit is located in the net on the left ard warning flashers are activated. side of the cargo area. BMW Roadside Assistance Concept Contact the BMW Group Roadside Assistance if assistance is needed in the event of a break‐ down. Online Edition for Part no. 01405A11338 - VI/20...
  • Page 370 Control Display. If the vehicle is equipped with Teleservices, sup‐ When BMW Accident Assistance is activated, port is offered through Teleservice Diagnosis. data on the vehicle's condition is sent to BMW. "APPS" Functional requirements "Installed apps"...
  • Page 371 Breakdown assistance MOBILITY Overview The Check Control message for BMW Accident Assistance can also be called up from the stored Check Control messages for a certain length of time. Additional information: Check Control, refer to page 148. Starting manually BMW Accident Assistance can also be con‐...
  • Page 372 NOTICE initiates further steps to help. In the case of body contact between the two Even if you are unable to respond, the BMW vehicles, a short circuit can occur during jump- Response Center can take further steps to starting. There is a risk of damage to property.
  • Page 373 Breakdown assistance MOBILITY Safety information or to the corresponding engine or body ground of assisting vehicle. Attach the second terminal clamp to the neg‐ NOTICE ative battery terminal, or to the corresponding The vehicle can be damaged when towing the engine or body ground of the vehicle to be vehicle with a single lifted axle.
  • Page 374 Breakdown assistance MOBILITY If the electrical system has failed, clearly identify ▷ Make sure the tow rope is not twisted when the vehicle being towed by placing a sign or a fastening. warning triangle in the rear window. ▷ Check the fastening of the tow fitting and tow With Safe Share function: to remove a broken- rope in regular intervals.
  • Page 375 Breakdown assistance MOBILITY Safety information NOTICE If the tow fitting is not used as intended, there may be damage to the vehicle or to the tow fit‐ ting. There is a risk of damage to property. Fol‐ low the notes on using the tow fitting. Screw thread for tow fitting Press on the mark on the edge of the cover to push it out.

  • Page 376: Care

    Care MOBILITY Care Vehicle features and Distances and temperature ▷ Maximum temperature: 140 ℉/60 ℃. options ▷ Minimum distance from sensors, cameras, seals: 12 inches/30 cm. This chapter describes all standard, country-spe‐ cific and optional features offered with the series. ▷...
  • Page 377 Vehicle care products switch standby state off in vehicle washes. General information General information BMW recommends using vehicle care and In a car wash, the vehicle must be able to roll cleaning products from BMW. Suitable care freely. products are available from a dealer’s service center or another qualified service center or re‐...
  • Page 378 Care MOBILITY Matte finish Caring for special components Only use cleaning and care products suitable for Light-alloy wheels vehicles with matte finish. When cleaning the vehicle, use only neutral Leather care wheel cleaners having a pH value from 5 to 9. Do not use abrasive cleaning agents or steam jets Remove dust from the leather regularly, using a above 140 ℉/60 ℃.
  • Page 379 Care MOBILITY Plastic components the pedals. Ensure that the floor mats are se‐ curely fastened again after they were removed, for instance for cleaning. NOTICE Cleansers that contain alcohol or solvents, such The floor mats can be removed from the car's in‐ as lacquer thinners, heavy-duty grease remov‐...

  • Page 380: Reference

    The specified heights do not take into account attached parts, for instance a roof antenna, roof BMW 5 Series Sedan Width with mirrors in/mm 83.7/2,126 Width without mirrors in/mm 73.5/1,868...
  • Page 381 5,302/2,405 Load lbs/kg 869/394 Approved front axle load lbs/kg 2,612/1,185 Approved rear axle load lbs/kg 2,756/1,250 M550i xDrive powered by BMW M Approved gross vehicle weight lbs/kg 5,578/2,530 Load lbs/kg 928/421 Online Edition for Part no. 01405A11338 - VI/20...
  • Page 382 Technical data REFERENCE M550i xDrive powered by BMW M Approved front axle load lbs/kg 2,855/1,295 Approved rear axle load lbs/kg 2,811/1,275 Capacities BMW 5 Series Sedan Fuel tank, approx. US gal/liters 18.0/68.0 Observe further information on fuel quality, refer to page 355.

  • Page 383: Appendix

    Owner's Manual after the editorial deadline for the Integrated Owner's Manual in the vehicle had closed: ▷ Operation: opening and closing: Key Card. ▷ Operation: opening and closing: BMW Digital Key. ▷ Operation: driver assistance systems: Speed Limit Assistant. ▷...

  • Page 384: Everything From A To Z

    Everything from A to Z REFERENCE Everything from A to Z Index Adjusting engine sound Adjusting sound of the engine Adjustments, steering wheel 3D View, see Surround View Airbags 48V technology, see Mild Hybrid technol‐ Airbags, indicator and warning light Air circulation, see Recirculated-air mode air conditioning, climate Air distribution, manual...
  • Page 385 Assisted Driving Mode, see Steering Assis‐ Entertainment, Communication tant BMW Accident Assistance Assisted Driving Plus BMW Assist, see Owner's Manual for Navigation, Assisted Driving View Entertainment and Communication AUC Automatic Recirculating Air Control BMW Digital Key Audio, see Owner's Manual for Navigation, En‐...
  • Page 386 Car wash Climate control Car wash lines Climate control rules Catalytic converter, see Hot exhaust gas sys‐ Closing with the smartphone, see BMW Digital CBS Condition Based Service Clothes hooks Cell phone, see Owner's Manual for Navigation, Coasting Entertainment and Communication Coasting with engine decoupled, see Coast‐...
  • Page 387 Device list ture Diagnosis connection Cooling, maximum Differential lock Cooling system Digital Key Cornering light Digital Key, see BMW Digital Key Corrosion on brake discs Dimensions Cosmetic mirror Dimmable exterior mirrors Cross traffic warning Dimmable interior mirror Cruise control Direct dial buttons, see Programmable memory Cruise control, active with Stop&Go func‐...
  • Page 388 Everything from A to Z REFERENCE Display key, see BMW display key Display lighting, see Instrument lighting Display, notifications, BMW Intelligent Personal ECO PRO Assistant ECO PRO, bonus range Displays ECO PRO, Driving style analysis Displays and symbols ECO PRO INDIVIDUAL, see Driving Dynamics...
  • Page 389 Exhaust gas system Fold-away position, wiper Exhaustion warner Foot brake Exhaust, see Exhaust gas system Forward collision mitigation, see Intelligent Experience Modes, BMW Intelligent Personal Safety Assistant For Your Own Safety Exterior lighting during unlocking Fragrance cartridge, see Ambient air pack‐...
  • Page 390 General driving notes Horn General settings Hotel function, see Valet parking mode Gesture Control Hot exhaust gas system Gestures, see BMW Gesture Control Humidity in the headlight, see Headlight Glare shield, see Sun visor glass Glass sunroof, electric Hydroplaning Glass sunroof, initialize the system...
  • Page 391 Lights and bulbs Light switch LIM button, see Manual Speed Limiter List of all messages Kenaf, care Load Key Card, see BMW Digital Key Loading Keyless Go, see Comfort Access Loading the cargo area, see Stowing cargo Key, mechanical Locking, automatic...
  • Page 392 Mobile devices, managing rack Mobile phone, connecting Lumbar support Mobile phone, see Owner's Manual for Naviga‐ tion, Entertainment and Communication Mobile Service, see BMW Accident Assis‐ tance Mobile Service, see BMW Roadside Assis‐ Maintenance tance Maintenance requirements, see Condition Based...
  • Page 393 On-call service, see BMW Roadside Assis‐ Phone, connecting tance Plastic parts, care Opening and closing Possible gestures, gesture control Opening with the smartphone, see BMW Digital PostCrash - iBrake Power Display, instrument cluster Operating concept, iDrive Power failure Operation, app...
  • Page 394 Remote control for audio, see Owner's Hand‐ book for Navigation, Entertainment, Communi‐ cation Safe braking Remote Control Parking Safe Share function, see BMW Digital Key/Key Remote control, see Vehicle key Card Remote control, universal Safety belt reminder for driver's seat and front...
  • Page 395 Smartphone, using via voice activation Sensors, care Smoker's package Service and warranty SMS, see Short messages, see Owner's Hand‐ Service Center, see BMW Accident Assis‐ book for Navigation, Entertainment, Communi‐ tance cation Service Center, see BMW Roadside Assis‐ Snow chains...
  • Page 396 Everything from A to Z REFERENCE Starting, see Drive-ready state Switching off the engine, see Drive-ready Starting the engine, see Drive-ready state state Stationary climate control via Remote Engine Symbols and displays Start SYNC program, automatic climate control Stations, AM/FM, see Owner's Handbook for Navigation, Entertainment, Communication Status control display, tires Status information, iDrive...
  • Page 397 Vehicle key, replacing the battery Turn signal, indicator light Vehicle key with display, malfunction Turn signal, replacing bulbs, see Lights and Vehicle key with display, see BMW display bulbs Turn signals, high beams, headlight flasher Vehicle paint, care Vehicle status...
  • Page 398 Vent, see Ventilation Wi-Fi connection Version Software, see Remote Software Up‐ WiFi connection, see WLAN connection grade Wi-Fi hotspot Video recording, see BMW Drive Recorder Window, defrosting Video, see Owner's Manual for Navigation, En‐ Windows, powered tertainment and Communication Windshield, defrosting...
  • Page 399 *BL5A1133800B* 01405A11338 ue...
  • Page 401 California Proposition 65 Warning For vehicles sold in California: Online Edition for Part no. 01405A11338 - VI/20...
  • Page 402 The Ultimate Driving Machine® BMW DRIVER'S GUIDE APP. Your customized information about the vehicle in an app. Optimized for smartphones & tablets. Can be used offline. *BL5A1133800B* 01405A11338 ue Online Edition for Part no. 01405A11338 - VI/20...

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