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THE BMW M3 SEDAN.
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  • Page 1 LINK: CONTENT & A-Z The Ultimate Driving Machine® OWNER'S MANUAL. THE BMW M3 SEDAN. Online Edition for Part no. 01405A1E4B0 - X/20...
  • Page 2 Online Edition for Part no. 01405A1E4B0 - X/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

    On the road ........................CONTROLS Cockpit ..........................Sensors of the vehicle ....................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 X/20, 11 20 490 Printed on environmentally friendly paper, bleached without chlorine, suitable for recycling. Online Edition for Part no. 01405A1E4B0 - X/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 section on 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 Buttons for the central locking system Buttons on the vehicle key Overview 1 Unlocking Buttons for the central locking system. 2 Locking 3 Opening the trunk lid Locking 4 Panic mode, pathway lighting Press the button with the front doors closed.
  • Page 17 Entering QUICK REFERENCE Comfort Access Trunk lid Concept Opening The vehicle can be accessed without operating the vehicle key. Carrying the vehicle key with you, e.g., in your pants pocket, is sufficient. The vehicle automatically detects the vehicle key when it is in close proximity or in the car's inte‐ rior.
  • Page 18 Entering QUICK REFERENCE Displays, control elements 4 Exterior mirrors 5 Opening/closing trunk lid In the vicinity of the steering wheel Switch console 1 Light switch element 1 Selector lever/gearshift lever 2 Turn signal indicator, high beams 2 Controller 3 Instrument cluster 3 Parking brake, Automatic Hold 4 Wipers 4 M MODE, SETUP, Sound Control...
  • Page 19 Entering QUICK REFERENCE Button Function 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. Wait for the signal. Say the command. This symbol indicates that the voice acti‐...

  • Page 20: Set-Up And Use

    Set-up and use QUICK REFERENCE Set-up and use Seats, mirrors and steering Adjusting the distance The distance to the back of the head is adjusted wheel via the backrest tilt. Electrically adjustable seats Adjusting the exterior mirrors 1 Backrest width 1 Adjusting 2 Forward/backward, height, seat tilt 2 Selecting a mirror, Automatic Curb Monitor...
  • Page 21 Set-up and use QUICK REFERENCE Memory function Navigation destination input Concept Entering a destination via quick search The following settings can be stored and, if nec‐ essary, retrieved using the memory function: Press the button on the Controller. ▷ Seat position. "Where to?"...
  • Page 22 Set-up and use QUICK REFERENCE ▷ Compare the control number displayed "Call via" on the Control Display with the control Apple CarPlay preparation number on the display of the device. Confirm the control number on the device Concept and on the Control Display. ▷...

  • Page 23: On The Road

    On the road QUICK REFERENCE On the road Driving M Steptronic Sport transmission: ▷ By releasing the brake pedal. ▷ When Automatic Hold is activated: step on Drive-ready state the accelerator pedal. Switching on drive-ready state Parking brake Setting Pull the switch. The LED on the switch and the indicator Depress the brake pedal.
  • Page 24 On the road QUICK REFERENCE Reverse gear Drive mode D/S Select only when the vehicle is stationary. To overcome the resistance push the gearshift lever dynamically to the left and engage reverse gear with a forward shifting movement. M Steptronic Sport transmission Engaging selector lever position D/S, N, R Push the selector lever out of the center position...
  • Page 25 On the road QUICK REFERENCE High beams, headlight flasher Press button P. Push the lever forward or pull it backward. Turn signal, high beams, ▷ High beams on, arrow 1. headlight flasher The high beams light up when the low beams are switched on.
  • Page 26 On the road QUICK REFERENCE Wiper system Rain sensor Activating/deactivating Switching the wipers on/off and brief wipe Switching on To activate: press the lever up once from its standard position, arrow 1. To deactivate: press the lever back into the Press the lever up until the desired position is standard position.
  • Page 27 On the road QUICK REFERENCE Climate control Intermediate stop Automatic climate control Refueling Fuel cap Button Function To open the fuel filler flap, press on the rear Temperature. edge, arrow. The fuel filler flap opens. Recirculated-air mode. Maximum cooling. AUTO program. Air flow, manual.
  • Page 28 The friction during hard braking may produce brake dust and make the rims dirty. Brake dust Observe the quantity to be added in the mes‐ can be removed by cleaning the rims. BMW rec‐ sage. 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 Light switch  171 Speed Limiter  223 Lights off Depending on the equipment: Daytime running lights  173 Cruise control on/off  225 Parking lights  172 Automatic headlight control  171 With steering and traffic jam assis‐ Adaptive light functions  173 tant  237: High-beam Assistant  174 Cruise control, distance control and lane guidance on/off beams  172 Cruise control: to store the speed...
  • Page 32 Cockpit CONTROLS Telephone, see Owner's Manual Wipers  137 for Navigation, Entertainment and Communication  6 Rain sensor  138 Thumbwheel for selection lists  164 Activate M2  211 Cleaning the windshield  139 14 Steering column stalk, right Horn, entire surface Heated steering wheel  120 17 Adjusting the steering wheel  119 Unlocking the hood  341 Opening and closing the trunk lid  100...
  • Page 33 Cockpit CONTROLS In the vicinity of the center console 1 Control Display  47 MODE  213 Hazard warning system  356 SETUP  211 Intelligent Safety  182 Sound control  148 Ventilation  277 4 Glove compartment  296 Switching drive-ready state on/ off  130 5 Automatic climate control with enhanced fea‐ tures  272 Auto Start/Stop function  130 6 Radio/multimedia, see Owner's Manual for Navigation, Entertainment, and Communica‐...
  • Page 34 Cockpit CONTROLS M Steptronic Sport transmission: selector lever  141 In the vicinity of the roofliner Emergency Request, SOS  358 Reading lights  176 Operating the glass sunroof  108 Interior lights  176 Indicator light, front-seat passenger airbag  181 Online Edition for Part no. 01405A1E4B0 - X/20...

  • Page 35: Sensors Of The Vehicle

    Sensors of the vehicle CONTROLS Sensors of the vehicle Vehicle features and Cameras options Front camera This chapter describes all standard, country-spe‐ 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 36 Sensors of the vehicle CONTROLS Top view cameras ▷ Camera behind the windshield: if the camera has overheated and been temporarily switched off due to excessively high temper‐ atures. ▷ Camera behind the windshield: during cali‐ bration of the camera immediately after vehi‐ cle delivery.
  • Page 37 Sensors of the vehicle CONTROLS Radar sensors, side, rear Ultrasonic sensors, side The radar sensors are located in the bumper. The ultrasound sensors of the Automatic Parking Assistant are located on the side of the vehicle. System limits of the radar System limits of the ultrasonic sensors sensors...
  • Page 38 Sensors of the vehicle CONTROLS ▷ With objects with corners, edges, and smooth surfaces. ▷ With objects with a fine surface structure such as fences. ▷ For objects with porous surfaces. ▷ With small and low objects, for instance boxes. ▷...

  • Page 39: 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 40 Operating state of the vehicle CONTROLS Standby state ▷ After several minutes, if no operation takes place on the vehicle. ▷ If the charge state of the vehicle battery is Concept low. When standby state is switched on, most func‐ ▷...
  • Page 41 Operating state of the vehicle CONTROLS The ignition is activated automatically for a brief time and is stopped as soon as the engine starts. Warning Most of the indicator/warning lights in the instru‐ An unsecured vehicle can begin to move and ment cluster light up for a varied length of time.
  • Page 42 Operating state of the vehicle CONTROLS The engine is switched off. The vehicle switches into standby state. Set the parking brake. Online Edition for Part no. 01405A1E4B0 - X/20...

  • Page 43: 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 44 Management of apps, access to apps and ve‐ hicle functions. Additional apps and vehicle func‐ Several menu items are preceded by a check‐ tions can be purchased 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 45 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 46 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 47 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. Go to Apps menu. Opens the Media/Radio menu. Opens the Communication menu.
  • Page 48 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 49 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 50 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 51 ▷ Press the button on the steering wheel. Operation via voice ▷ Say the wake word ›Hello BMW‹ or a personal wake word. Concept This symbol indicates that the voice acti‐ vation system is active. The voice activation system can be used to op‐...
  • Page 52 "Activation with "Hello BMW"" ›Presets‹ The stored stations are displayed on the Control Personal wake word Display. In addition to a preset wake word ›Hello BMW‹, a personal wake word can be set up. Navigation Destinations can be entered in the navigation "CAR"...
  • Page 53 iDrive CONTROLS Climate control "Response length" Most climate control functions can be used via Select the desired setting. voice. Speaking during voice output ▷ ›Activate climate control‹ It is possible to answer during inquiries of the ▷ ›Deactivate air recirculation‹ voice activation system.
  • Page 54 Using the voice activation Activation in the BMW Connected system of the smartphone Third-party assistants are set up in the BMW Depending on the device, a smartphone con‐ Connected app. nected to the vehicle can be used via voice acti‐...
  • Page 55 Assistant Data protection, refer to page 67. Example for function Concept Say the wake word ›Hello BMW‹ or a personal BMW Intelligent Personal Assistant is the per‐ wake word. sonal assistant that expands the voice activation system with intelligent functions and improves ›Is my tire pressure still OK?‹...
  • Page 56 iDrive CONTROLS "Personal assistant" Deactivating "Notification display" "CAR" Select the desired setting. "Experience Modes" "End" Automating routines Adjusting the mode General information "CAR" The personal assistant can learn routines, e.g., "Experience Modes" the automatic activation of the seat heating from Select the desired mode.
  • Page 57 BMW Gesture Control "Gesture control" Settings Concept "CAR" Several iDrive functions can be operated by hand "Settings" motion using BMW Gesture Control. "General settings" Overview "Gesture control" Select the desired setting. Carrying out gestures ▷ Perform gestures underneath the interior mir‐...
  • Page 58 iDrive CONTROLS Gesture Operation Function Slowly move hand clockwise in a circular pattern Increase the volume. with the index finger stretched out forward. Gesture is detected after one circular motion. Slowly move forearm counterclockwise in a circu‐ Reduce the volume. lar pattern with the index finger stretched out for‐...
  • Page 59 iDrive CONTROLS Assigning gesture individually General information Depending on the equipment version, the follow‐ ing functions can be assigned to gestures that allow individual assignments: ▷ Destination guidance to home address. ▷ Voice command response. ▷ Mute/Playback ▷ Last calls. ▷...

  • Page 60: Bmw Remote Software Upgrade

    Validity of the Owner's Manual General information Production of the vehicle BMW recommends performing the Remote At the time of production at the plant, the printed Software Upgrade as soon as it becomes availa‐ Owner's Manual is the most current resource.
  • Page 61 Control Display. The in‐ phone in the BMW Connected app. formation is available in the ConnectedDrive cus‐ Follow the instructions in the BMW Con‐ tomer portal at any time. nected app. Displaying information about the Establish connection to the vehicle.
  • Page 62 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 63: 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 64 General settings CONTROLS "Date:" "General settings" 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 65 General settings CONTROLS Trip data settings "General settings" "Speed warning" "Speed warning" Concept The intervals in which the trip data will be reset Setting your current speed as can be configured. the speed warning Resetting trip data "CAR" "Settings" "CAR" "General settings"...
  • Page 66 Turn the Controller until the desired bright‐ ▷ Messages from, e.g., the Concierge service ness is set. or the BMW Connected app. Press the Controller. ▷ Messages from the vehicle manufacturer. The setting is stored for the driver profile cur‐...

  • Page 67: 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 68 ▷ 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 69 Personal settings CONTROLS ▷ A driver profile has not been created yet. If a ConnectedDrive account does not yet ex‐ ist, it can be created via iDrive. ▷ No driver profile has been assigned to the ve‐ hicle key that was used to unlock the vehicle. Selecting recognition ▷...
  • Page 70 This means that it is possible to use the Move the Controller to the right. personal settings in other BMW vehicles with As an alternative for Steps 1 to 3, the profile ConnectedDrive access as well, if this function is image can be tapped in the top status bar.
  • Page 71 Personal settings CONTROLS System limits As an alternative for Steps 1 and 2, the profile image can be tapped in the top status bar. A clear detection of the desired vehicle key may Select driver profile. not be possible in the following cases, e.g.: "Settings"...

  • Page 72: 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 73 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 74 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 75 Compatible device with Bluetooth interface. cle prior to pairing the mobile phone with the ve‐ Compatible devices, refer to page 73. hicle as needed. ▷ The vehicle key or BMW display key is in the "COM" vehicle. "Personalize menu" ▷...
  • Page 76 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 77 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 78 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 79 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 73. ▷ Corresponding mobile contract. Frequently Asked Questions ▷...
  • Page 80 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 81: Opening And Closing

    BMW display key. Each vehicle key contains a replaceable battery. Depending on the equipment and country ver‐...
  • Page 82 Opening and closing CONTROLS Overview ▷ The interior lights are switched on, unless they were manually switched off. ▷ Folded in exterior mirrors are folded out. If the exterior mirrors were folded in via the button in the car's interior, they will not be folded out when unlocking.
  • Page 83 Opening and closing CONTROLS ▷ With alarm system: The alarm system will be ▷ Depending on the settings, the exterior light‐ switched on. ing will be switched on. If the drive-ready state is still switched on when Welcome lights, refer to page 172. you lock the vehicle, the vehicle horn honks The light functions may depend on the ambient twice.
  • Page 84 Opening and closing CONTROLS To switch off the alarm: press any button. Press the cover closed. Push the integrated key into the vehicle key Switching pathway lighting on until the integrated key engages. Press and hold the button on the vehi‐ Have old batteries disposed of by a deal‐...
  • Page 85 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 86 Opening and closing CONTROLS Safety information Overview Warning People or animals in the vehicle can lock the doors from the inside and lock themselves in. In this case, the vehicle cannot be opened from the outside. There is a risk of injury. Take the vehicle key with you so that the vehicle can be opened from the outside.
  • Page 87 Opening and closing CONTROLS Display Press the button on the left side of the display key. General information To show the display: The display is divided into the upper status line, Press the button on the left side of the dis‐ the information area, and the lower status line.
  • Page 88 Opening and closing CONTROLS Safety information Main menu Information/Function "Mobility info" Range with available fuel. Warning "Preconditioning Operate parked-car heat‐ When charging a device that meets the Qi setting" ing. standard in the wireless charging tray, any metal objects located between the device and Display key battery the tray can become very hot.
  • Page 89 Switch on drive-ready state within 10 sec‐ onds. A Check Control message is displayed. If the display key is not detected, slightly change BMW display key detection by the vehicle may the position of the display key and repeat the malfunction under the following circumstances: procedure.

  • Page 90: In The Vehicle

    Opening and closing CONTROLS Resetting the BMW display key vehicle key with you so that the vehicle can be opened from the outside. If the charged display key cannot be switched on anymore or if the display does not respond to entries anymore, the display key can be reset.
  • Page 91 A vehicle key must be located in the vehicle to deactivate the Key Card. vehicle When BMW Digital Key is activated for the vehi‐ cle, a digital key can be used instead of the vehi‐ cle key. A deactivated key card remains in the list of paired digital keys.
  • Page 92 Concept BMW Digital Key allows the vehicle to be un‐ Warning locked and locked, as well as started, with a For some country versions, unlocking from the compatible smartphone.
  • Page 93 General information The proof of authorization can be started via the BMW app or via the activation code in the corre‐ Shared keys can be deleted via the smartphone sponding smartphone function, for instance the with the digital remote control key, the smart‐...
  • Page 94 After the reset, the vehicle can no longer be un‐ locked, locked or started with a digital key. The digital remote control key must be enabled again to be able to use BMW Digital Key again. "CAR" "Settings" "Doors/ vehicle access"...
  • Page 95 Opening and closing CONTROLS Integrated key Removing General information The driver's door can be locked and unlocked without the vehicle key using the integrated key. Depending on the national-market version, the integrated key also fits the glove compartment. Safety information Press the button, arrow 1, and pull out the integrated key, arrow 2.
  • Page 96 Opening and closing CONTROLS Locking Remove the cover. Unlock or lock the door lock using the Press the button with the front doors integrated key. closed. ▷ The fuel filler flap remains unlocked. ▷ The vehicle is not secured against theft when locking.
  • Page 97 ▷ Steptronic transmission: unlocking and lock‐ ing the vehicle using the BMW Digital Key. ▷ With alarm system: The alarm system will be switched off. ▷...
  • Page 98 Opening and closing CONTROLS Convenient closing Safety information Safety information Warning Body parts can be jammed when operating the Warning trunk lid. There is a risk of injury. Make sure that the area of movement of the trunk lid is clear With convenient closing, body parts can be during opening and closing.
  • Page 99 Opening and closing CONTROLS Functional requirements The unlocking zone is located within a radius of approx. 3 ft/1 m around the door handles. ▷ The drive-ready state must be turned off. The vehicle will be locked when the vehicle key ▷...
  • Page 100 Opening and closing CONTROLS Trunk lid ▷ With Comfort Access: carry the vehicle key with you and press the button on the outside of the trunk lid. General information ▷ Press and hold the button on the ve‐ To avoid locking the vehicle key in the vehicle, hicle key for approx.
  • Page 101 Opening and closing CONTROLS With automatic tailgate ▷ By pressing or pulling the button in the driv‐ er's door. Pressing again continues the open‐ operation: opening and closing ing motion. Opening Closing From the outside From the outside ▷ Press the button on the inside of the trunk lid.
  • Page 102 Opening and closing CONTROLS Malfunction Functional requirements In the event of an electrical malfunction, operate ▷ At least one driver profile has been created. the unlocked trunk lid manually with a slow and ▷ A driver profile or the guest profile is active. smooth motion.
  • Page 103 Opening and closing CONTROLS "Lock tailgate as well" The deactivation of the valet parking mode de‐ pends on which driver profile is selected on the The trunk lid will be locked and disconnected lock screen. from the central locking system. "Activate now"...
  • Page 104 Opening and closing CONTROLS Automatic unlocking These settings are stored for the driver profile currently used. "CAR" "Settings" Unlocking and locking "Doors/ vehicle access" Doors "Unlock at end of trip" After drive-ready state is switched off by "CAR" pressing the Start/Stop button, the locked ve‐ "Settings"...
  • Page 105 Opening and closing CONTROLS Comfort Access Depending on local regulations, the acoustic alarm may be suppressed. Touchless locking and unlocking ▷ Visual alarm: "CAR" By flashing of the hazard warning system and headlights, where required. "Settings" Do not modify the system to ensure function of "Doors/ vehicle access"...
  • Page 106 Opening and closing CONTROLS Indicator light on the interior Avoiding unintentional alarms mirror General information The tilt alarm sensor and interior motion sensor can trigger an alarm, although no unauthorized action occurred. Possible situations for an unwanted alarm: ▷ In automatic car washes. ▷...
  • Page 107 When a window is often opened in the same po‐ ▷ Press the switch to the resistance sition, this task can be performed by the BMW point. Intelligent Personal Assistant. For instance when The window opens while the switch is being the same parking garage is frequently used.
  • Page 108 Opening and closing CONTROLS Glass sunroof Safety information Warning General information Accessories on the windows such as antennas The glass sunroof and the sun protection are op‐ can impact jam protection. There is a risk of in‐ erated using the same switch. jury.
  • Page 109 Opening and closing CONTROLS The vehicle key must be in the car's interior. Pressing the switch again stops the motion. Lifting/closing glass sunroof Opening/closing the glass sunroof and sun protection Push switch briefly upward. together ▷ The closed glass sunroof tilts and the sun protection opens ▷...
  • Page 110 Opening and closing CONTROLS interrupted once the roof reaches the half-open ated to a limited extent. Initializing the system position, or it is stopped when closing from the can help in this case. tilted position. The system can be initialized under the following conditions: Closing from the open position ▷...

  • Page 111: 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 112 Seats, mirrors and steering wheel CONTROLS Seat tilt The current seat position can be stored using the memory function. Overview Move switch up or down. Backrest tilt 1 Backrest width 2 Forward/backward, height, seat tilt 3 Backrest tilt, head restraint 4 Lumbar support Forward/backward Move switch forward or backward.
  • Page 113 Seats, mirrors and steering wheel CONTROLS Lumbar support Functional limitations It may not be possible to adjust the backrest Concept width at very high and very low temperatures. The curvature of the seat backrest can be ad‐ justed in a way that it supports the lumbar region Safety belts of the spine.
  • Page 114 Seats, mirrors and steering wheel CONTROLS ▷ Wear the safety belt deep on your hips over your lap. The safety belt may not press on Warning your stomach. The efficacy of safety gear, including safety ▷ Do not rub the safety belt against sharp belts, can be limited or lost when safety belts edges, or guide it or jam it in across hard or are fastened incorrectly.
  • Page 115 Seats, mirrors and steering wheel CONTROLS Middle safety belt in the rear Safety belt reminder for driver's seat and front passenger seat Buckling the safety belt Display in the instrument cluster The indicator light lights up and a signal sounds. Make sure that the safety belts are positioned correctly.
  • Page 116 Seats, mirrors and steering wheel CONTROLS Safety mode Warning In critical situations, for instance during an emer‐ Objects on the head restraint reduce the pro‐ gency stop, the front safety belts tighten auto‐ tective effect in the head and neck area. There matically.
  • Page 117 Seats, mirrors and steering wheel CONTROLS Rear head restraints Folding down the head restraints To improve the view to the rear, the head re‐ straints can be folded back. Only fold the head Safety information restraint back if no one will be sitting in the corre‐ sponding seat.
  • Page 118 Seats, mirrors and steering wheel CONTROLS Exterior mirrors Selecting a mirror To change over to the other mirror: General information Slide the switch. The mirror on the front passenger side is more curved than the driver's side mirror. Malfunction The mirror setting is stored for the driver profile In case of an electrical malfunction, adjust the currently in use.
  • Page 119 Seats, mirrors and steering wheel CONTROLS Automatic Curb Monitor, exterior ▷ Do not cover the area between the interior mirror and the windshield. mirror Concept Steering wheel If reverse gear is engaged, the mirror glass on the front passenger side is tilted downward. This Safety information improves your view of the curb and other low-ly‐...
  • Page 120 Seats, mirrors and steering wheel CONTROLS Heated steering wheel Safety information Overview Warning Using the memory function while driving can lead to unexpected seat or steering wheel movements. Vehicle control could be lost. There is a risk of accident. Only retrieve the memory function when the vehicle is stationary.
  • Page 121 Seats, mirrors and steering wheel CONTROLS The procedure stops when a switch for setting If the trip is continued within approx. 15 minutes the seat is pressed or one of the memory but‐ after a stop, seat heating is switched on auto‐ tons is pressed again.
  • Page 122 Seats, mirrors and steering wheel CONTROLS Switching off Select the desired setting via the touch‐ screen. Press and hold the button, until the One red and one blue LED each will illumi‐ LEDs go out. nate. Switching off Seat climate control Press and hold the button, until the LEDs go out.
  • Page 123 Seats, mirrors and steering wheel CONTROLS Activating/deactivating "CAR" "Settings" "Climate control" If necessary, "Climate control rules" Select the desired function. Activate the desired rule. Set the level. Online Edition for Part no. 01405A1E4B0 - X/20...

  • Page 124: 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 125 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 126 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 127 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 128 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 129 Transporting children safely CONTROLS Safety switch for the rear Press the button on the driver's door. This locks various functions so that they cannot be operated from the rear. Additional information: Safety switch, refer to page 108. Online Edition for Part no. 01405A1E4B0 - X/20...

  • Page 130: Driving

    Driving CONTROLS Driving Vehicle features and Release the parking brake. Drive away. options Auto Start/Stop function 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 to the selected options or country versions.
  • Page 131 Driving CONTROLS Functional limitations ▷ The driver's safety belt is buckled or the driv‐ er's door is closed. The engine is not switched off automatically in the following situations: M Steptronic Sport transmission: ▷ In case of a steep downhill grade. manual engine stop ▷...
  • Page 132 Driving CONTROLS Additional functions Auto Start/ ▷ When Automatic Hold is activated: step on the accelerator pedal. Stop Depending on the vehicle equipment and coun‐ Driving off try-specific version, the vehicle features a variety After the engine starts, accelerate as usual. of sensors for assessing the traffic situation.
  • Page 133 Driving CONTROLS Display service center or another qualified service center or repair shop. ▷ LED comes on: auto Start/Stop function is deactivated. Parking brake ▷ LED goes out: auto Start/Stop function is ac‐ tivated. Concept Switching off the vehicle during The parking brake is used to prevent the vehicle an automatic engine stop from rolling when it is parked.
  • Page 134 Driving CONTROLS There is a risk of accidents or injuries. Do not The parking brake is engaged when the vehicle leave children or animals unattended in the ve‐ is stationary. hicle. Take the vehicle key with you when exit‐ ing and lock the vehicle. With Emergency Stop Assistant Pull the switch briefly to activate the emer‐...
  • Page 135 Driving CONTROLS General information There is a risk of accidents or injuries. Do not leave children or animals unattended in the ve‐ Under the following conditions, the parking brake hicle. Take the vehicle key with you when exit‐ is automatically engaged: ing and lock the vehicle.
  • Page 136 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 137 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 138 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 139 Driving CONTROLS Windshield washer system General information Important, for instance when changing the wiper Safety information blades or for folding away under frosty condi‐ tions. Warning Safety information The washer fluid can freeze onto the window at low temperatures and obstruct the view. There Warning is a risk of accident.
  • Page 140 Driving CONTROLS Fold the wipers all the way away from the windshield. NOTICE When shifting to a lower gear, excessive speeds can damage the engine. There is a risk of damage to property. When shifting into 5th or 6th gear, press the gearshift lever to the right.
  • Page 141 Driving CONTROLS Rolling or pushing the vehicle Overview In some situations, the vehicle is to roll without Selector lever its own power, for instance in a car wash, or be pushed. Switch on standby state. Press on the clutch pedal and shift out of a forward gear or reverse.
  • Page 142 Driving CONTROLS R is reverse change from selector lever position P to another selector lever position. Engage selector lever position R only when the vehicle is stationary. Engaging selector lever position D/S, N, R N is Neutral In selector lever position N, the vehicle may be pushed or roll without power, for instance, in ve‐...
  • Page 143 Driving CONTROLS Engaging selector lever position N Activating Drive mode Switch on drive-ready state while pressing on the brake pedal. If necessary, release the parking brake. If necessary, deactivate Automatic Hold. Automatic Hold, refer to page 134. Depress the brake pedal. Engage selector lever position N.
  • Page 144 Driving CONTROLS Activating sequential mode Temporary sequential mode After a shift paddle is actuated in Drive mode, the system temporarily switches to sequential mode. After conservative driving in sequential mode without acceleration or shifting via the shift pad‐ dles for a certain amount of time, the transmis‐ sion switches back to Drive mode.
  • Page 145 Driving CONTROLS Activating Observe the display in the instrument cluster in these cases. Switch on drive-ready state while pressing on the brake pedal. Displays in the instrument If necessary, release the parking brake. cluster If necessary, deactivate Automatic Hold. Engage selector lever position D/S or R. Drive mode Release brake.
  • Page 146 Driving CONTROLS Programs To activate the desired configuration with the se‐ lected settings, press the corresponding button on the steering wheel: Pro‐ Drive mode Sequential gram mode ▷ Efficient driving. Comfortable shift‐ ▷ D1/S1 ing operations. Fast driving. Sporty, fast shift‐ D2/S2 ing operations.
  • Page 147 Driving CONTROLS DSC Dynamic Stability Control, refer to Before unlocking the transmission lock, set the page 216. parking brake to prevent the vehicle from rolling away. Select sequential mode with gear 1 and Drivelogic program S3. Engaging selector lever position N With your left foot, forcefully press down on Press and hold down brake pedal.
  • Page 148 Driving CONTROLS To activate the desired configuration with the se‐ Program Response behavior lected settings, press the corresponding button "EFFICIENT" Efficient, comfortable. Minimal on the steering wheel: consumption. ▷ Ideal, for instance in city traffic or on snow. ▷ "SPORT" Sporty, dynamic.
  • Page 149 Driving CONTROLS Selecting a channel Using the button Press button to activate or deactivate the sound control. A Check Control message is displayed. Via iDrive It is possible to configure the required program for buttons M1 or M2. "CAR" "M menu" "Configure M1"...

  • Page 150: Displays

    Displays CONTROLS Displays Vehicle features and Selection lists  164 options Widgets  152 Trip odometer, see Trip data  165 This chapter describes all standard, country-spe‐ M Steptronic Sport transmission: gear display cific and optional features offered with the series. with Drivelogic  161 It also describes features and functions that are M Drift Analyzer  220 not necessarily available in your vehicle, e.g., due...
  • Page 151 Displays CONTROLS General information "Widget selection, left" Select the desired setting. The following views are available: ▷ "ROAD": all displays of the assist systems Display and Intelligent Safety are active in the stand‐ ard view of the instrument cluster for comfort oriented driving.
  • Page 152 Displays CONTROLS Display Depending on the settings, Assisted Driving View can be displayed permanently or tempora‐ rily with active driving assistance in the instru‐ ment cluster. Safety information Warning The system cannot serve as a substitute for the driver’s personal judgment in assessing visibility and traffic situation.
  • Page 153 Displays CONTROLS Selecting Current consumption 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 154 Displays CONTROLS Hiding Check Control messages Text messages Text messages in combination with a symbol in the instrument cluster explain a Check Control message and the meaning of the indicator/warn‐ ing lights. Supplementary text messages Additional information, such as the reason for an error or malfunction or the required action, can be called up via Check Control.
  • Page 155 Displays CONTROLS Red lights Front collision mitigation The indicator light is illuminated: pre‐ Safety belt reminder warning. Brake and increase distance. Indicator light flashes or is illuminated: Indicator light flashes and an acoustic safety belt on the driver or passenger signal sounds: acute warning.
  • Page 156 Displays CONTROLS Active Cruise Control with Stop & is stabilized. Reduce speed and modify your driv‐ ing style to the driving circumstances. Go function The indicator light lights up: DSC has malfunc‐ Indicator light flashes and an acoustic tioned. signal sounds: braking and evading. Have the system immediately checked by a deal‐...
  • Page 157 Displays CONTROLS ▷ In the case of tires with special approval: the M Traction Control, refer to page 219. tire pressure monitor was unable to complete the reset. Reset the system again. Green lights ▷ A wheel without wheel electronics is mounted: have it checked by a dealer’s serv‐...
  • Page 158 Displays CONTROLS High-beam Assistant Speed Limit Assist High-beam Assistant is switched on. Depending on the equipment, indicator light illuminates together with the symbol High beams are switched on and off au‐ for a cruise control system: Speed Limit tomatically depending on the traffic sit‐ Assist is active and detected speed limits can be uation.
  • Page 159 Displays CONTROLS White lights Assisted Driving Plus, refer to page 241. Extended Traffic Jam Assistant Blue lights Indicator light is illuminated: the system High beams is ready. Additional information: High beams are switched on. Assisted Driving Plus, refer to page 241. Additional information: High beams, refer to page 137.
  • Page 160 Displays CONTROLS Tachometer ▷ Hot engine: the pointer is at the high end of the temperature range. In addition, a Check Control message is displayed. General information Additional information: A yellow prewarning field and a red prewarning Coolant level, refer to page 348. field display the permitted speed range.
  • Page 161 Displays CONTROLS Range Adjusting the unit Depending on the country version, it may be possible to set the unit for the digital tachometer. Concept "CAR" The range indicates the distance that can still be covered with the current fuel level. "Settings"...
  • Page 162 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 163 Displays CONTROLS Displays Safety information Symbol Description Warning Shift up to efficient gear. The system cannot serve as a substitute for the driver’s personal judgment in assessing visibility and traffic situation. There is a risk of accident. Shift down to efficient gear. Adjust driving style to traffic conditions.

  • Page 164: On The Control Display

    Displays CONTROLS Display System limits Speed Limit Info System limits of the sensors Additional information: Current speed limit. ▷ Cameras, refer to page 35. Without a navigation system the traffic signals are grayed out after Functional limitations curves or longer stretches of roadway.
  • Page 165 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 depending Depending on the equipment version, the list in...
  • Page 166 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, refer to page 152. selected.
  • Page 167 Displays CONTROLS ▷ Torque. Symbols Description ▷ Power. "Check Control messages": dis‐ playing stored Check Control Displays messages, refer to page 153. "CAR" "Required services": displaying "Driving information" service notifications, refer to "Sport displays" page 161. Display in the instrument cluster Head-up Display The Sport displays can be displayed in form of widgets in the instrument cluster.
  • Page 168 Displays CONTROLS Display Head-up Display is active in M MODE programs SPORT and TRACK. Overview Setting the brightness The following information is displayed on the The brightness is automatically adjusted to the Head-up Display: ambient brightness. ▷ Vehicle speed. The basic setting can be adjusted manually. ▷...
  • Page 169 Displays CONTROLS "Rotation" If the Head-up Display is switched off, the Shift Lights are displayed in the instrument cluster. Turn the Controller until the desired setting is selected. Shift lights in the instrument Press the Controller. cluster Visibility of the display The visibility of the displays in the Head-up Dis‐...
  • Page 170 Displays CONTROLS When the maximum speed is reached, the entire display flashes red and the supply of fuel is inter‐ rupted in order to protect the engine. Online Edition for Part no. 01405A1E4B0 - X/20...

  • Page 171: 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 172 Lights CONTROLS System limits Low beams The automatic headlight control cannot serve as Switching on a substitute for your personal judgment of light‐ ing conditions. Press the button on the light switch ele‐ For example, the sensors are unable to detect ment.
  • Page 173 Lights CONTROLS Activating/deactivating Activating/deactivating "CAR" In some countries, daytime running lights are mandatory, so it may not be possible to deacti‐ "Settings" vate the daytime running lights in front. "Exterior lighting" "CAR" Select the desired setting: "Settings" ▷ "Welcome and goodbye" "Exterior lighting"...
  • Page 174 Lights CONTROLS Adaptive Light Control General information The high-beam Assistant ensures that the high beams are switched on, whenever the traffic sit‐ General information uation allows. In the low speed range, the high Depending on the steering angle and other pa‐ beams are not switched on by the system.
  • Page 175 Lights CONTROLS Deactivating Resetting the sensitivity Push the turn signal lever to the front again for approx. 10 seconds or switch off the drive-ready state. The sensitivity of the high-beam Assistant is re‐ set to the factory settings. System limits The high-beam Assistant cannot serve as a sub‐...
  • Page 176 Lights CONTROLS Overview Depending on the country variant, further infor‐ mation can be obtained from the laser label on the headlight. Buttons in the vehicle Safety information Interior lights The label is in the headlight and is visible from Reading lights the outside.
  • Page 177 Lights CONTROLS Switching on/off Dimmed while driving The ambient light is switched on when the vehi‐ Some lights of the interior lighting are dimmed cle is unlocked, and switched off when the vehi‐ when the vehicle is driven in the dark. cle is locked.

  • Page 178: 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 179 Vehicle modifications for a person with disabili‐ ▷ Adjust seat and steering wheel so that hands ties may affect the air bag system; contact BMW can be crossed over the steering wheel. Se‐ Customer Relations for further information. lect the settings so that the shoulder rests...
  • Page 180 Safety CONTROLS Strength of the driver's and Warnings and information on the airbags are also found on the sun visors. front-seat passenger airbag Functional readiness of the General information airbag system The explosive power that activates driver's/front- seat passenger airbags very much depends on Safety information the positions of the driver's/front passenger seat.
  • Page 181 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 182 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 183 Safety CONTROLS Press the button. above approx. 3 mph/5 km/h. The timing of warn‐ ings may vary with the current driving situation. The menu for the Intelligent Safety sys‐ tem is displayed. With the vehicle approaching another vehicle in‐ tentionally, the approach control warning and If all Intelligent Safety systems were switched off, braking are delayed in order to avoid false sys‐...
  • Page 184 Safety CONTROLS Overview is changed on the menu, all settings of the menu are activated. Button in the vehicle Press the button repeatedly. The following settings are switched be‐ tween: "ALL ON": all Intelligent Safety systems are switched on. Basic settings are activated for the subfunctions.
  • Page 185 Safety CONTROLS The selected time is stored for the driver profile Acute warnings may be provided even when currently used. there has been no prior warning. Warning with braking function Brake intervention The warning prompts the driver to intervene. If a Display warning is active, the maximum braking force is used when the brake is applied.
  • Page 186 Safety CONTROLS er’s Manual regarding the scope of the sys‐ ▷ In tight curves. tem’s operation and limitations. ▷ If the driving stability control systems are lim‐ ited or deactivated, for instance DSC OFF. ▷ Up to 10 seconds after the start of the engine Detection range via the Start/Stop button.
  • Page 187 Safety CONTROLS Warning with evasion support Warning Display in the instrument cluster Indicators and warnings cannot serve as a sub‐ stitute for the driver’s personal judgment. Due If a collision with a detected vehicle or a detected to its limits, the system may not issue warnings person is imminent, a warning symbol appears or reactions, or these may be issued late or in a on the instrument cluster and in the Head-up...
  • Page 188 Safety CONTROLS of damage to property. Actively intervene as ▷ Up to 10 seconds after the start of the engine warranted. Refer to the information in this Own‐ via the Start/Stop button. er’s Manual regarding the scope of the sys‐ tem’s operation and limitations.
  • Page 189 Safety CONTROLS traffic closely and actively intervene where ap‐ ▷ Radar sensors, side, front. propriate. Additional information: Sensors of the vehicle, refer to page 35. Warning Switching on/off Indicators and warnings cannot serve as a sub‐ stitute for the driver’s personal judgment. Due Switching on automatically to its limits, the system may not issue warnings The system is automatically active when the ve‐...
  • Page 190 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 191 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 192 Safety CONTROLS cess of premature or unjustified warnings and re‐ style to traffic conditions. Watch traffic closely actions. and actively intervene where appropriate. Person warning with City Warning braking function Due to system limits, individual functions can malfunction during tow-starting/towing with the Intelligent Safety systems activated.
  • Page 193 Safety CONTROLS Detection range Press the button repeatedly. The following settings are switched be‐ tween: "ALL ON": all Intelligent Safety systems are switched on. Basic settings are activated for the subfunctions. "INDIVIDUAL": the Intelligent Safety systems are switched on according to the individual settings. Some Intelligent Safety systems cannot be indi‐...
  • Page 194 Safety CONTROLS Brake intervention Detection range The warning prompts the driver to intervene. The system's detection potential is limited. While a warning is active, the maximum braking Thus, a warning might not be issued or be is‐ force is used when the brake is applied. In order sued late.
  • Page 195 Safety CONTROLS Overview Warnings are issued by means of a steering wheel vibration. The severity of the steering wheel vibration can be adjusted. Button in the vehicle The system does not provide a warning if the turn signal is set in the respective direction be‐ fore leaving the lane.
  • Page 196 Safety CONTROLS driver profile currently used. As soon as a setting for instance during passing without a turn is changed on the menu, all settings of the menu signal or when purposely driving over lane are activated. markings in curves. ▷...
  • Page 197 Safety CONTROLS Warning function ▷ When braking hard. ▷ When using the turn signal. If you leave the lane ▷ If DSC Dynamic Stability Control intervenes. If you leave the lane and if a lane marking has System limits been detected, the steering wheel vibrates in ac‐ cordance with the steering wheel vibration set‐...
  • Page 198 Safety CONTROLS Blind spot collision warning Safety information Concept Warning The system cannot serve as a substitute for the Blind spot collision warning detects vehicles in driver’s personal judgment in assessing visibility the blind spot or vehicles approaching from be‐ and traffic situation.
  • Page 199 Safety CONTROLS Switching on/off Button Status Button lights up green: all Intelligent Switching on automatically Safety systems are switched on. Blind spot collision warning is automatically acti‐ Button lights up orange: some Intelli‐ vated after departure if the function was gent Safety systems are switched off switched on at the end of the last trip.
  • Page 200 Safety CONTROLS Vehicles with side collision Vehicles with side collision mitigation: switching steering mitigation intervention on/off When there is no response to the vibration of the steering wheel at speeds of up to The steering intervention can be switched on 130 mph/210 km/h and the lane marking is and off separately for blind spot collision warning crossed, the system intervenes with a brief active...
  • Page 201 Safety CONTROLS General information ▷ On vehicles with side collision warning: cam‐ eras, refer to page 35. Functional limitations The system may not be fully functional in the fol‐ lowing situations: ▷ When a vehicle is approaching at a speed much faster than your own.
  • Page 202 Safety CONTROLS Switching on manually use. There is a risk of accident. Adjust driving style to traffic conditions. Watch traffic closely Press the button. and actively intervene where appropriate. The menu for the Intelligent Safety sys‐ tem is displayed. Functional requirement If all Intelligent Safety systems were switched off, all systems are now switched on.
  • Page 203 Safety CONTROLS Setting the intensity of the steering System limits wheel vibration Safety information "CAR" "Settings" Warning "Driver Assistance" The system is designed to operate in certain "Steering Wheel Feedback" conditions and circumstances. Due to condi‐ "Vibration intensity" tions or other factors, the system may not re‐ Select the desired setting.
  • Page 204 Safety CONTROLS Rear collision preparation style to traffic conditions. Watch traffic closely and actively intervene where appropriate. Concept Overview The system reacts to vehicles approaching from behind. Sensors General information The system is controlled by the following sen‐ sors: ▷ Radar sensors, side, rear.
  • Page 205 Safety CONTROLS General information Activating the emergency stop function The emergency stop function is not triggered automatically. The emergency stop function can Pull the switch for the parking brake briefly only be triggered manually by the occupants. to activate the emergency stop function. When the system is activated, the vehicle is ▷...
  • Page 206 Safety CONTROLS BMW Drive Recorder Displays in the instrument cluster Concept Symbol Status The system stores brief video recordings of the Emergency Stop function active. surrounding area of the vehicle, e.g., to docu‐ ment traffic events. Additionally, the following parameters are stored...
  • Page 207 P. ▷ Recording time selected. "Apps" Activating/deactivating "Drive Recorder" The BMW Drive Recorder must be activated be‐ "Saved recordings" fore the first use of the recording function. Select desired recording. "Apps" Select the desired setting: "Drive Recorder"...
  • Page 208 Safety CONTROLS Recording time The system is used to detect certain critical driv‐ ing situations that might lead to an accident. This "Apps" includes the following critical driving situations: "Drive Recorder" ▷ Emergency stop. "Settings" ▷ Severe understeering. Select the desired setting: ▷...
  • Page 209 Safety CONTROLS Fatigue alert After a critical driving situation without an acci‐ dent, the front safety belts are loosened again. If the belt tension does not loosen automatically, General information stop the vehicle and unbuckle the safety belt us‐ The system can detect decreasing alertness or ing the red button in the buckle.
  • Page 210 Safety CONTROLS Break recommendation ▷ When the road surface is poor. ▷ In the event of strong side winds. Adjusting The system is reset approx. 45 minutes after The fatigue alert is active automatically with each parking the vehicle, for instance in the case of a switching on of drive-ready state and can thus break during longer trips on highways.

  • Page 211: 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 212 Driving stability control systems CONTROLS Safety information Sym‐ Meaning Warning Depending on the equipment: "M Traction Control": M Traction Control, Depending on the setting, the DSC may only refer to page 219. be available to a limited extent or may not be available when the M1 or M2 button is acti‐...
  • Page 213 Driving stability control systems CONTROLS Select the desired setting. To cancel resetting: "No" Select the desired channel. Display in the instrument cluster The individual settings are stored for the configu‐ ration currently in use. Symbol Description When M1 or M2 is active, any changes to the Symbol lights up: corresponding setting are immediately applied.
  • Page 214 Driving stability control systems CONTROLS ▷ Speed Limit Assist. Warning ▷ Speed Limit Info with preview. Indicators and warnings cannot serve as a sub‐ ▷ Steering and traffic jam assistant. stitute for the driver’s personal judgment. Due ▷ Traffic Jam Assist. to its limits, the system may not issue warnings ▷...
  • Page 215 Driving stability control systems CONTROLS Selecting a channel Pressing the button again switches back to the program "ROAD". Using the button Display The display in the instrument cluster and the dis‐ play of the Head-up Display change with the se‐ lected program as follows: Program Display...
  • Page 216 Driving stability control systems CONTROLS Brake To activate the desired configuration with the se‐ lected settings, press the corresponding button on the steering wheel: Concept ▷ The sensitivity of the brake pedal motions to the braking response can be adjusted. ▷...
  • Page 217 Driving stability control systems CONTROLS Activating DSC closely and actively intervene where appropri‐ ate. Press the button. DSC OFF and the DSC OFF indicator light go out. Warning When driving with a roof load, for instance with Display roof-mounted luggage rack, the vehicle's cen‐ ter of gravity is higher, which increases the risk In the instrument cluster of the vehicle tipping in critical driving situa‐...
  • Page 218 Driving stability control systems CONTROLS Via iDrive ▷ When driving with tire chains. To increase driving stability, activate DSC again. It is possible to configure M Dynamic Mode MDM for buttons M1 or M2. Safety information "CAR" "M menu" Warning "Configure M1"...
  • Page 219 Driving stability control systems CONTROLS M Traction Control Settings Using the button Concept M Traction Control permits the gradual adjust‐ ment of the wheel-slip behavior of the rear wheels during acceleration by regulating the driv‐ ing power accordingly. General information If DSC is deactivated after the idle state, the M Traction Control level OFF/Level 0 is set.
  • Page 220 Driving stability control systems CONTROLS Displays in the instrument Safety information cluster Warning Symbol Description The deactivation of the Dynamic Stability Con‐ DSC is deactivated. trol DSC limits the driving stability. Depending on the selected setting of the M Traction Con‐ trol, the minor or major wheelspin is possible, DSC indicator light also blinks: which limits the tracking, e.g., while accelerat‐...
  • Page 221 Driving stability control systems CONTROLS "M Drift Analyzer" Symbol Description Move the Controller to the right. Assessment of the current drift. "Drift Session" The number of stars that can be Depending on the setting: reached varies depending on ▷ "Start drift session" the selected M Traction Control level.
  • Page 222 Driving stability control systems CONTROLS The driver is responsible adapting his or her driv‐ ing style to the situation. Online Edition for Part no. 01405A1E4B0 - X/20...

  • Page 223: 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 224 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 225 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 226 Driver assistance systems CONTROLS Setting the speed DSC Dynamic Stability Control is switched on, if necessary. Maintaining and storing the speed Switching off Depending on the equipment version, press the relevant button on the steer‐ ing wheel. The displays go out. The stored desired speed is deleted.
  • Page 227 Driver assistance systems CONTROLS ▷ Each time the rocker switch is pressed to the ▷ Grey marking: system is interrupted, the resistance point, the desired speed increases marking indicates the stored speed. or decreases by 1 mph/1 km/h. ▷ No marking: system is switched off. ▷...
  • Page 228 Driver assistance systems CONTROLS If the vehicle ahead of you brakes to a halt, and then proceeds to drive again within a brief period, Warning the system is able to detect this within the given Risk of accident due to too high speed differen‐ system limits.
  • Page 229 Driver assistance systems CONTROLS Switching on/off and interrupting Button Function cruise control Without steering and traffic jam assis‐ tant: With steering and traffic jam Pause cruise control. assistant: Assisted Driving Mode Increase the distance. General information Switch distance control on/off. This button is used to switch the config‐...
  • Page 230 Driver assistance systems CONTROLS Press the button on the steering wheel. ▷ If the safety belt and the driver's door are opened while the vehicle is standing still. The indicator lights in the instrument cluster light ▷ If the system has not detected objects for an up and the marking on the speedometer is set to extended period, for instance on a road with the current speed.
  • Page 231 Driver assistance systems CONTROLS Changing the speed Instrument cluster will display selected distance. Increase the distance Press the button repeatedly until the desired distance is set. Instrument cluster will display selected distance. Automatic adaptation of the distance Depending on the equipment and national-mar‐ Press the rocker switch up or down repeatedly ket version: the system can be adjusted so that until the desired speed is set.
  • Page 232 Driver assistance systems CONTROLS Displays in the instrument In the following cases, the stored speed value is deleted and cannot be called up again: cluster ▷ When the system is switched off. General information ▷ When drive-ready state is switched off. Depending on the equipment version, the dis‐...
  • Page 233 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 234 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 167. 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 235 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 236 Driver assistance systems CONTROLS ▷ Cruise control. "Driver Assistance" ▷ Active Cruise Control with Stop & Go func‐ If necessary, "Driving" tion ACC. "Speed Limit Assistance" The speed value is suggested as the new de‐ "Speed limits" sired speed to be applied. To apply the speed Select the desired setting: value, the corresponding system must be acti‐...
  • Page 237 Driver assistance systems CONTROLS Steering assistant When the SET icon lights up, press the button. Concept Adapt to route The system assists the driver in keeping the ve‐ hicle within the lane. For this purpose, the sys‐ Concept tem executes supporting steering movements, The system can be configured so that the vehi‐...
  • Page 238 Driver assistance systems CONTROLS ▷ Cameras behind the windshield. Set function ▷ Front radar sensor. When the system is active, press the button repeatedly until the desired func‐ ▷ Radar sensors, side, front. tion is selected in the function bar. The function ▷...
  • Page 239 Driver assistance systems CONTROLS Switching off Displays in the instrument cluster Press the button on the steering wheel. Symbol Description The indicator goes out. Gray steering wheel symbol: The system does not perform supportive steer‐ ing wheel movements. The system is on standby. Interrupting automatically Green steering wheel symbol: The system is activated.
  • Page 240 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 241 Driver assistance systems CONTROLS Displays in the Head-up Display Weather The following restrictions can occur under unfav‐ All system information can also be displayed in orable weather or light conditions: the Head-up Display. ▷ Poorer recognition of vehicles and lane mark‐ System limits ings.
  • Page 242 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 243 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 244 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 245 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 246 Driver assistance systems CONTROLS ▷ Adaptation to route details is activated. "Driver Assistance" ▷ The function must be available in the country If necessary, "Driving" in which the vehicle is driven. "Speed Limit Assistance" "Adjust to route" Changing lanes One or more lane changes are required to System limits reach a navigation destination.
  • Page 247 Driver assistance systems CONTROLS PDC Park Distance Control driving off fast while PDC Park Distance Control is not yet active. Concept Overview PDC is a support when parking. Objects that you are approaching slowly in front of or behind the Button in the vehicle vehicle are indicated by signal tones and a dis‐...
  • Page 248 Driver assistance systems CONTROLS You may switch automatic activation when ob‐ The shorter the distance to the object, the stacles are detected on and off. shorter the intervals. When the distance to a detected object is less "CAR" than approx. 8 in/20 cm, a continuous tone is "Settings"...
  • Page 249 Driver assistance systems CONTROLS The range of the sensors is represented in the ▷ Low objects already displayed, for instance colors green, yellow and red when obstacles are curbs, can move into the blind area of the detected. sensors before or after a continuous tone sounds.
  • Page 250 Driver assistance systems CONTROLS caution. To move forward, lightly press the accel‐ "Active PDC with braking interv." erator pedal and release as needed. Select the desired setting. If the accelerator pedal is depressed longer, the The setting is stored for the driver profile cur‐ vehicle drives off.
  • Page 251 Driver assistance systems CONTROLS Display Additionally, assistance functions can be shown in the display, e.g., help lines. Safety information Warning The system cannot serve as a substitute for the driver’s personal judgment in assessing the traffic conditions. There is a risk of accident. Adjust driving style to traffic conditions.
  • Page 252 Driver assistance systems CONTROLS Automatic deactivation during Pathway lines and turning radius lines are displayed. forward travel ▷ "Obstacle mark.". The system switches off when a certain driving distance or speed is exceeded. Depending on the vehicle equipment, the obstacles detected by PDC Park Distance Switch the system back on, if needed.
  • Page 253 Driver assistance systems CONTROLS System limits Only one turning radius line is displayed after the steering wheel is turned past a certain angle. System limits of the sensors Parking using pathway and turning radius Additional information: lines ▷ Cameras, refer to page 35. Position the vehicle so that the red turning ra‐...
  • Page 254 Driver assistance systems CONTROLS ▷ When reverse parking diagonally to the road, closely and actively intervene where appropri‐ diagonal parking. The system orients itself ate. with the middle of the parking space during diagonal parking. NOTICE General information The parking assistant can steer the vehicle over or onto curbs.
  • Page 255 Driver assistance systems CONTROLS Functional requirements Switching on with reverse gear Shift into reverse. For measuring parking spaces The current status of the parking space ▷ Maximum speed while driving forward approx. search is indicated on the Control Display. 22 mph/35 km/h. If necessary, activate: "Autom.
  • Page 256 Driver assistance systems CONTROLS Parking using the parking ▷ Control Display shows suitable parking spaces at the edge of the road next to the ve‐ assistant hicle symbol. When Park Assistant is active, suitable parking spaces are highlighted and Parking an acoustic signal sounds.
  • Page 257 Driver assistance systems CONTROLS Interrupting automatically Reactivate the parking assistant and follow the instructions on the Control Display. The system is interrupted automatically in the following situations: Switching off ▷ When the driver grasps the steering wheel or The system can be switched off manually: takes over steering.
  • Page 258 Driver assistance systems CONTROLS Safety information ▷ With accumulations of leaves/snow in the parking space. ▷ In case of changes to an already-measured Warning parking space. The system cannot serve as a substitute for the ▷ With ditches or edges, for instance an edge driver’s personal judgment in assessing the of a port.
  • Page 259 Driver assistance systems CONTROLS When driving in reverse, pay attention to the Different influences can lead to side deviations vehicle's surroundings, and if you encounter when driving back on the stored route. For exam‐ an obstacle, stop immediately and take over ple, this includes the following factors: control of the vehicle.
  • Page 260 Driver assistance systems CONTROLS Some assistance functions can be manually acti‐ Sensors of the vehicle, refer to page 35. vated. Switching on/off The following assistance functions are automati‐ cally displayed: Switching on automatically ▷ Side parking aid. The system is switched on automatically if selec‐ ▷...
  • Page 261 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 262 Driver assistance systems CONTROLS ▷ "Obstacle mark.". Turning radius lines ▷ "Settings": apply settings, for instance to use the activation points for Panorama View. Rearview camera This view shows the picture of the rearview cam‐ era. Selection window The individual camera perspectives can be se‐ Turning radius lines can only be superimposed lected in the selection window via iDrive.
  • Page 263 Driver assistance systems CONTROLS The colored thresholds of the obstacle markings Limits of the side parking aid match the markings of the PDC Park Distance The system only displays stationary obstacles Control. that were previously detected by sensors while passing them. Car wash view The system does not detect whether an obstacle moves later on.
  • Page 264 Driver assistance systems CONTROLS Because of the perspective, higher, protruding Some assistance functions also consider data objects may be closer than they appear on the from the PDC Park Distance Control. Control Display. Follow the notes in the PDC Park Distance Con‐ trol chapter.
  • Page 265 Driver assistance systems CONTROLS Yellow lines in the screen display mark the front Additional information: and rear end of the vehicle. Sensors of the vehicle, refer to page 35. The camera image shows different levels of dis‐ Display on the Control Display tortion in some areas and is thus not suitable for distance estimations.
  • Page 266 Press the button. Move the Controller to the right. Concept "Settings" The BMW Connected app and the pictures of "Panorama View, GPS-based" the Surround View cameras in combination with "Panorama View is displayed automatically the corresponding equipment enable the display when set activation points are reached."...
  • Page 267 Driver assistance systems CONTROLS Switching the function on/off ▷ With a door or the trunk lid open. Dark fields in the display indicate areas that are not re‐ corded by the system. Switching on/off with other functions ▷ With exterior mirrors folded in. ▷...
  • Page 268 Driver assistance systems CONTROLS Safety information Switching on/off Activating/deactivating the system Warning The system cannot serve as a substitute for the With the button driver’s personal judgment in assessing visibility and traffic situation. There is a risk of accident. Press the park assistance button. Adjust driving style to traffic conditions.
  • Page 269 Driver assistance systems CONTROLS Warning Display in the camera view General information The respective display is called up on the Con‐ trol Display. A signal tone may sound and the light in the exterior mirror may flash. Light in the exterior mirror The respective boundary area, arrow 1, in the camera view flashes red, if vehicles are detected by the sensors.

  • Page 270: Driving Comfort

    Driving comfort CONTROLS Driving comfort Vehicle features and Selecting a channel options Using the button This chapter describes all standard, country-spe‐ 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 Driving comfort CONTROLS Additional information: Widgets in the instrument cluster, refer to page 152. Performance Control Performance Control enhances the agility of the vehicle. To increase maneuverability, wheels are braked individually when a sporty driving style is used. Online Edition for Part no. 01405A1E4B0 - X/20...

  • Page 272: 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 273 Climate control CONTROLS Switching off Button Function Press and hold the lower button until Seat heating, refer to page 121. the control switches off. Climate control operation. Temperature Open Climate menu, such as for the following settings: upper Concept body temperature adjustment, parked-car ventilation, air condi‐...
  • Page 274 Climate control CONTROLS The air flow of the ventilation in the upper body When using the automatic climate control, con‐ region heats or cools noticeably, depending on densation water develops and collects under‐ the adjusted temperature. neath the vehicle. This does not change the set interior tempera‐ Maximum cooling ture for the driver and front passenger.
  • Page 275 Climate control CONTROLS Automatic recirculated-air Via iDrive: control AUC "CAR" "Settings" Concept "Climate control" The automatic recirculated-air control AUC rec‐ "Heating/ventilation" ognizes odors or pollutants in the outside air. "Driver" The outside air supply is shut off and the interior air is recirculated.
  • Page 276 Climate control CONTROLS Manual air distribution The LED is illuminated when recirculated-air mode is switched on. The supply of outside air is shut off. Concept When recirculated-air mode is switched off, fresh The air distribution for climate control can be ad‐ air is directed into the vehicle's interior.
  • Page 277 Climate control CONTROLS Ventilation Defrosting windshield and remove condensation Concept Concept The air flow directions can be individually ad‐ Ice and condensation are quickly removed from justed. the windshield and the front side windows. Adjusting the ventilation Switching on/off Press the button. General information The LED is illuminated when the sys‐...
  • Page 278 Climate control CONTROLS Ventilation in rear, center Button Function Seat heating, refer to page 121. Switching off. Switching on/off Via iDrive "CAR" ▷ Lever for changing the air flow direction, ar‐ row 1. "Settings" ▷ Thumbwheel for variable opening and closing "Climate control"...
  • Page 279 Climate control CONTROLS Press the left or right button side to set directed to the upper body and into the floor the desired temperature. area. Via iDrive: Manual air distribution "CAR" Concept "Settings" The air distribution for climate control can be ad‐ "Climate control"...
  • Page 280 Make sure that the vehicle's date and time are set correctly. Switching on ▷ Open the vents to allow air to flow out. Switch on the display of the BMW display key. Switching on/off directly "Preconditioning setting" Tap the symbol or the symbol.
  • Page 281 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 282 Climate control CONTROLS perature. The system automatically cools, vents, will be available again as soon as the drive- and heats depending on the interior, external, ready state is activated and deactivated and set temperature. Snow and ice may be re‐ again.
  • Page 283 A minimum of 10 minutes should pass between Switching on via BMW display key setting/activating the departure time and the Switch on the display of the BMW display planned departure time to allow a sufficient pe‐ key. riod of time for the climate control.
  • Page 284 "Climate control" "Preconditioning/ventilation" Activate the desired departure time. Activating the departure time via BMW display key Switch on the display of the BMW display key. "Preconditioning setting" Tap on the symbol. Activating the desired departure time: Tap on the symbol.

  • Page 285: 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 286 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 287 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 288 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 Press onto the cover. Glare shield Fold the sun visor down or up.
  • Page 289 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 290 Interior equipment CONTROLS In the cargo area devices and cables are not in the airbag's area of unfolding. NOTICE Battery chargers for the vehicle battery can work with high voltages and currents, which means that the 12 volt electrical system can be overloaded or damaged.
  • Page 291 Qi capability and of other mo‐ bile devices, which support the Qi standard. ▷ Charging the BMW Display key. ▷ Connect the mobile phone to the external an‐ A USB port is located in the center console.
  • Page 292 Interior equipment CONTROLS lated cases the charging process is paused tem‐ porarily. Follow the relevant instructions in the NOTICE mobile phone owner's manual. The tray is intended for mobile phones up to a The charge indicator shows on the Control particular size.
  • Page 293 Interior equipment CONTROLS If the mobile phone does not support the Qi Slide the mobile phone with the display on standard, the mobile phone can be charged the side of the clamp into the tray. using a special Qi-compatible charging case. ▷...
  • Page 294 Interior equipment CONTROLS LED displays LTE-Compensator - Information and User Manual Color Meaning Your car is equipped with a wireless charging tray (WCA) to charge your mobile phone and Blue The mobile phone is charging. connect it to the mobile network. To ensure the The blue LED stays illuminated once best possible connection a signal booster (LTE- the inserted mobile phone with Qi ca‐...
  • Page 295 BMW dealer. You must not remove the booster from the car nor use it with any other than the preinstalled coupling device or antenna.

  • 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 95. 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 Press onto the cover. 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 Warning Improper use of the clothes hooks can lead to a risk of objects flying about during braking and evasive maneuvers. There is a risk of injury and risk of damage to property. Only hang light‐ weight objects, for instance clothing articles, from the clothes hooks.

  • 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 Safety information General information The rear seat backrest is divided at a ratio of 40– 20–40. The side rear seat backrests and the Warning center section can be folded down separately. Improper use of the multi-function hooks can The rear seat backrests can be folded down from lead to a risk of objects flying about during the cargo area.
  • Page 303 Cargo area CONTROLS locked rear seat backrest moves forward slightly. NOTICE Vehicle parts can be damaged when folding down the rear backrest. There is a risk of dam‐ age to property. Make sure that the area of movement of the rear backrest including head restraint is clear when folding down.

  • Page 304: Driving Tips

    BMW M3 Technology DRIVING TIPS BMW M3 Technology Vehicle features and Compound brake options General information This chapter describes all standard, country-spe‐ The high-performance braking system has per‐ cific and optional features offered with the series. forated compound brake discs.
  • Page 305 BMW M3 Technology DRIVING TIPS compensated for by pressing the brake pedal harder. Correct braking and washing To prevent functional noises, it is expedient to apply the brakes hard a few times in regular in‐ tervals. Ensure that the traffic situation permits the brake operations.

  • Page 306: Things To Remember When Driving

    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‐ Drive at varying engine and road speeds, but do cific and optional features offered with the series.
  • Page 307 Things to remember when driving DRIVING TIPS Clutch injury. Do not touch the hot exhaust gas sys‐ tem, including the exhaust pipe. The function of the clutch reaches its optimal level only after a distance driven of approx. 300 miles/500 km. During this break-in period, Warning engage the clutch gently.
  • Page 308 Things to remember when driving DRIVING TIPS Objects in the area around the ▷ Deactivate Auto Start/Stop function. pedals ▷ Drive through calm water only. ▷ Drive through water only if it is not deeper than maximum 9.8 inches/25 cm. Warning ▷...
  • Page 309 Things to remember when driving DRIVING TIPS Ground clearance You can increase the engine's braking effect by shifting down, going all the way to first gear, if needed. NOTICE Safety information If the ground clearance is insufficient, e.g., curbs or underground garage entrances, con‐ tact with vehicle parts, e.g., spoiler, and the un‐...
  • Page 310 Things to remember when driving DRIVING TIPS Dynamic Stability Control when driving with ▷ Secure the roof luggage firmly, for instance roof load. using ratchet straps. ▷ Do not let objects project into the opening path of the trunk lid. Roof drip rail with flaps ▷...

  • 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 Driving at low engine speeds lowers fuel con‐ Have the vehicle maintained regularly to achieve sumption and reduces wear. optimal vehicle efficiency and service life. BMW recommends that maintenance work be per‐ If necessary, observe the vehicle's gear shift indi‐...
  • Page 313 Saving fuel DRIVING TIPS Online Edition for Part no. 01405A1E4B0 - X/20...

  • Page 314: 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 315 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 316: 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 316, contains all tire inflation pressure It also describes features and functions that are specifications for the specified tire sizes at the...
  • Page 317 Wheels and tires MOBILITY Checking using tire inflation The corrected tire inflation pressures are applied automatically. Make sure that the correct tire set‐ pressure specifications in the tire tings have been made. inflation pressure table With tires that cannot be found in the tire pres‐ Determine the intended tire inflation pressure sure values on the Control Display, reset the Tire levels for the mounted tires.
  • Page 318 Wheels and tires MOBILITY Tire size Pressure specifications Tire size Pressure specifications in bar/PSI in bar/PSI Front: 275/40 2.2 / 32 Specifications in ZR 18 103 Y XL bar/PSI with cold tires Rear: 285/35 ZR 2.2 / 32 19 103 Y XL 275/35 R 19 2.5 / 36 2.8 / 41...
  • Page 319 Wheels and tires MOBILITY Tire size Pressure specifications Designation Maximum speed in bar/PSI up to 118 mph/190 km/h Rear: 285/30 ZR 3.1 / 45 up to 131 mph/210 km/h 20 99 Y XL up to 150 mph/240 km/h Front: 285/30 3.0 / 44 ZR 20 99 Y XL up to 167 mph/270 km/h...
  • Page 320 Wheels and tires MOBILITY Traction AA A B C No. 109. Grades Band A represent higher levels of performance on the laboratory test wheel than Temperature A B C the minimum required by law. All passenger vehicle tires must conform to Fed‐ eral Safety Requirements in addition to these grades.
  • Page 321 Wheels and tires MOBILITY Safety information legally required minimum height of 0.063 in/1.6 mm. The positions of the wear indicators are marked Warning on the tire sidewall with TWI, Tread Wear Indica‐ Damaged tires can lose tire inflation pressure, tor. which can lead to loss of vehicle control.
  • Page 322 Wheels and tires MOBILITY Safety information Recommended tire brands Warning Wheels and tires which are not suitable for your vehicle can damage parts of the vehicle, for in‐ stance due to contact with the body due to tol‐ erances despite the same official size rating. There is a risk of an accident.
  • Page 323 Wheels and tires MOBILITY Repairing a flat tire usually do not provide the same level of perform‐ ance as winter tires. Safety measures Maximum speed of winter tires ▷ Park the vehicle as far away as possible from If the maximum speed of the vehicle is higher passing traffic and on solid ground.
  • Page 324 Wheels and tires MOBILITY Compressor ▷ Pull the speed limit sticker off the sealant container and apply it to the steering wheel. ▷ The use of a sealant can damage the wheel electronics. In this case, have the electronics checked and replaced at the next opportu‐ nity.
  • Page 325 Wheels and tires MOBILITY Filling the tire with sealant Pull filling hose completely out of the cover of the sealant container. Do not kink the hose. Safety information DANGER If the exhaust pipe is blocked or ventilation is in‐ sufficient, harmful exhaust gases can enter into the vehicle.
  • Page 326 Wheels and tires MOBILITY Removing and stowing the sealant With the compressor switched off, insert the connector into the power socket in the vehi‐ container cle interior. Unscrew the filling hose of the sealant con‐ tainer from the tire valve. Press the red unlocking device.
  • Page 327 Wheels and tires MOBILITY When the tire pressure does not reach at Insert the connector into the power socket in least 2 bar, contact a manufacturer service the vehicle interior. center or another qualified service center or repair shop. When a tire pressure of at least 2 bar is reached, see Minimum tire inflation pressure is reached.
  • Page 328 Wheels and tires MOBILITY Tire chains Do not reset the Tire Pressure Monitor after mounting tire chains, as doing so may result in incorrect readings. Safety information When driving with tire chains, briefly activate Dy‐ namic Traction Control DTC to optimize the drive power.
  • Page 329 Wheels and tires MOBILITY Safety information The tire details do not need to be re-entered when the tire inflation pressure is corrected. For summer and winter tires, the tire details en‐ Warning tered last are stored. After a tire or wheel re‐ Incorrect entries in the tire settings can lead to placement, the settings of the tire sets used last incorrect target tire inflation pressure values.
  • Page 330 Wheels and tires MOBILITY Current tire inflation pressure For tires with special approval: perform a reset The current tire inflation pressure is displayed for each tire. "CAR" The current tire inflation pressures may change "Vehicle status" during driving operation or depending on the ex‐ "Tire Pressure Monitor"...
  • Page 331 Wheels and tires MOBILITY If a tire inflation pressure check is If there is a significant loss of tire required inflation pressure Message Message A symbol with a Check Control message ap‐ A yellow warning light is illuminated in pears on the Control Display. the instrument cluster.
  • Page 332 Wheels and tires MOBILITY If a tire inflation pressure check is Measure required Reduce the vehicle speed. Do not exceed a speed of 80 mph/130 km/h. Message At the next opportunity, for instance at a gas A symbol with a Check Control message ap‐ station, check the tire inflation pressure in all pears on the Control Display.
  • Page 333 Wheels and tires MOBILITY Measure Tire Pressure Monitor may not have been re‐ set. In this case, perform the reset. ▷ A wheel without wheel electronics is If tire damage cannot be found, contact a mounted: have the wheels checked, if dealer’s service center or another qualified needed.
  • Page 334 Wheels and tires MOBILITY Status display malfunction indicator is combined with the low tire pressure telltale. When the system detects a The current status of the Flat Tire Monitor FTM malfunction, the telltale will flash for approxi‐ can be displayed, for instance whether the FTM mately one minute and then remain continuously is active.
  • Page 335 Wheels and tires MOBILITY Safety information System limits The system could be delayed or malfunction in the following situations: Warning ▷ A natural, even tire inflation pressure loss in A damaged regular tire with low or missing tire all four tires will not be recognized. Therefore, inflation pressure impacts handling, such as check the tire inflation pressure regularly.
  • Page 336 Wheels and tires MOBILITY of injury or risk of damage to property. When cranking up the vehicle jack, ensure that it is in‐ DANGER serted in the jacking point next to the wheel Supports such as wooden blocks under the ve‐ housing.
  • Page 337 Wheels and tires MOBILITY On a slight downhill gradient Remove the adapter after unscrewing the lug bolt. Screwing on Attach the adapter to the lug lock bolt. If nec‐ essary, turn the adapter until it fits on the lug lock bolt. Screw on the lug lock bolt.
  • Page 338 Wheels and tires MOBILITY Jacking points for the vehicle Jacking up the vehicle jack Warning Hands and fingers can be jammed when using the vehicle jack. There is a risk of injury. Com‐ ply with the described hand position and do not change this position while using the vehicle jack.
  • Page 339 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 340: 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 341 Engine compartment MOBILITY Hood Warning Body parts can be jammed when opening and Safety information closing the hood. There is a risk of injury. Make sure that the area of movement of hood is clear during opening and closing. Warning Improperly executed work in the engine com‐...
  • Page 342 Engine compartment MOBILITY Closing Energetically close the hood from approx. 20 in/50 cm. The hood must engage on both sides. Online Edition for Part no. 01405A1E4B0 - X/20...

  • Page 343: 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 344 M100. Different Check Control messages appear on the Control Display depending on the engine oil Recommended fuel grade level. BMW recommends AKI 93. Safety information Refuel with this gasoline to achieve the rated performance and consumption values. NOTICE Minimum fuel grade An engine oil level that is too low causes en‐...
  • Page 345 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 sporty driving style, for instance when General information taking curves aggressively, regularly perform a During the measurement, the idle speed is in‐...
  • Page 346 Operating materials MOBILITY Safety information Opening, refer to page 341. 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 347 Operating materials MOBILITY Oil rating BMW Longlife-01 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 with the following oil rating can be added:...
  • Page 348 Operating materials MOBILITY Coolant level Turn the lid of the coolant reservoir slightly counterclockwise to allow any excess pres‐ sure to dissipate, then open it. General information Open the coolant reservoir lid. Depending on the motorization, there are up to two coolant reservoirs in the engine compart‐...
  • Page 349 Follow the usage instructions on the washer fluid container. Use of BMW’s Windshield Washer Concentrate or the equivalent is recommended. Warning Washer fluid can ignite and catch fire on con‐...

  • Page 350: 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 351 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 352: 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 353 Replacing components MOBILITY Lights and bulbs If despite driving with the headlights switched on, increasing humidity forms, for instance water droplets in the light, have the headlights General information checked. Lights and bulbs make an essential contribution to vehicle safety. Vehicle battery All headlights and lights are made using LED or laser technology.
  • Page 354 Replacing components MOBILITY Charging the battery sages displayed which relate to comfort features will disappear. Charge the battery only when the engine is off and via the starting aid terminals in the engine Charging the battery compartment. Additional information: General information Starting aid terminals, refer to page 359.
  • Page 355 MOBILITY Safety information 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‐ Warning card. Incorrect and repaired fuses can overload elec‐ Where applicable, information on the fuse types trical lines and components.

  • Page 356: Breakdown Assistance

    Breakdown assistance MOBILITY Breakdown assistance Vehicle features and Warning triangle options This chapter describes all standard, country-spe‐ 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 357 Control Display. If the vehicle is equipped with Teleservices, sup‐ port is offered through Teleservice Diagnosis. When BMW Accident Assistance is activated, data on the vehicle's condition is sent to BMW. "APPS" "Installed apps" Functional requirements "BMW Assist"...
  • Page 358 Assistance tions. If an accident is detected Overview automatically A text message relating to BMW Accident Assis‐ tance appears on the Control Display. The connection can be established directly: "Contact accident assistance" 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.
  • Page 359 NOTICE Even if you are unable to respond, the BMW Response Center can take further steps to In the case of body contact between the two help you under certain circumstances.
  • Page 360 Breakdown assistance MOBILITY Tow-starting and towing or to the corresponding starting aid terminal of the vehicle providing assistance. Attach the terminal clamp on the other end of Safety information the cable to the positive battery terminal, or to the corresponding starting aid terminal of the vehicle to be started.
  • Page 361 Breakdown assistance MOBILITY ▷ The towing vehicle must not be lighter than There is a risk of damage to property. the vehicle being towed; otherwise, it will not ▷ Lift the vehicle using suitable means. be possible to control the vehicle's response. ▷...
  • Page 362 Breakdown assistance MOBILITY Safety information ▷ Do not exceed a towing distance of 3 miles/5 km. ▷ When starting to tow the vehicle, make sure Warning that the tow rope is taut. If the approved gross vehicle weight of the tow‐ ing vehicle is lighter than the vehicle to be Tow fitting towed, the tow fitting can tear off or it will not...
  • Page 363 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 364: 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 365 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 366 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 367 Care MOBILITY Plastic components Make sure that there is sufficient clearance for the pedals. Ensure that the floor mats are se‐ curely fastened again after they were removed, NOTICE for instance for cleaning. Cleaning agents that contain alcohol or sol‐ vents, such as lacquer thinners, heavy-duty The floor mats can be removed from the car's in‐...
  • Page 368 Care MOBILITY service center or another qualified service center or repair shop. Online Edition for Part no. 01405A1E4B0 - X/20...
  • Page 369 Care MOBILITY Online Edition for Part no. 01405A1E4B0 - X/20...

  • Page 370: Reference

    The specified heights do not take into account attached parts, for instance a roof antenna, roof BMW M3 Sedan Width with mirrors in/mm 81.4/2,068 Width without mirrors in/mm 74.3/1,887...
  • Page 371 Approved front axle load lbs/kg 2,381/1,080 Approved rear axle load lbs/kg 2,599/1,179 Capacities BMW M3 Sedan Fuel tank, approx. US gal/liters 15.6/59.0 Observe further information on fuel quality, refer to page 343. Online Edition for Part no. 01405A1E4B0 - X/20...

  • Page 372: Appendix

    The following chapters were updated in the printed version of the Owner's Manual after the editorial deadline for the Integrated Owner's Manual in the vehicle had closed: ▷ Operation: opening and closing: BMW Digital Key. ▷ Operation: light: daytime driving lights. ▷...
  • Page 373 Appendix REFERENCE Online Edition for Part no. 01405A1E4B0 - X/20...

  • Page 374: Everything From A To Z

    Everything from A to Z REFERENCE Everything from A to Z Index All-season tires, see Winter tires Amazon Alexa Car Integration Ambient light 3D View, see Surround View Android Auto, connection to the vehicle Android Auto preparation, connection to the ve‐ hicle Android Auto preparation, smartphone integra‐...
  • Page 375 Blu-ray, see Owner's Handbook for Navigation, CANCEL button, Active Cruise Control Entertainment, Communication CANCEL button, cruise control BMW Accident Assistance Can holder, see Cup holders BMW Assist, see Owner's Manual for Navigation, Carbon ceramic brake Entertainment and Communication Care BMW Digital Key Care, Head-up Display...
  • Page 376 Car wash, automatic Closing with the Key Card Catalytic converter, see Hot exhaust gas sys‐ Closing with the smartphone, see BMW Digital Key Safe Share function, see BMW Digital CBS Condition Based Service Cell phone, see Owner's Manual for Navigation,...
  • Page 377 Device list Coolant Diagnosis connection Coolant level Differential lock Coolant temperature, see Engine tempera‐ Digital Key ture Digital Key, see BMW Digital Key Cooling, maximum Dimensions Cooling system Dimmable exterior mirrors Cornering light Dimmable interior mirror Corrosion on brake discs...
  • Page 378 Emergency braking, see PostCrash - iBrake Exterior lighting during unlocking Emergency Request Exterior lighting with the vehicle locked Emergency service, see BMW Accident Assis‐ Exterior mirror, Automatic Curb Monitor tance Exterior mirror, automatic dimming feature Emergency service, see BMW Roadside Assis‐...
  • Page 379 General driving notes Flat tire warning light, see Tire Pressure Moni‐ General settings Gesture Control Flooding, driving through Gestures, see BMW Gesture Control Floor carpet, care Glare shield, see Sun visor Floor mats, care Glass sunroof, electric Fold-away position, wiper...
  • Page 380 Everything from A to Z REFERENCE Head-up Display Individual settings, see M menu Head-up Display, care Inductive charging, smartphone, see Wireless Head-up Display, M view charging tray Head-up Display, standard view Inflation pressure, tires Head-up Display, store position, see Memory Inflation pressure warning TPM, tires function Information...
  • Page 381 Loading the cargo area, see Stowing cargo Keyless Go, see Comfort Access Lock control elements, rear automatic climate Key, mechanical control Key, see BMW Digital Key Locking, automatic Key, see BMW display key Locking, see Opening and Closing Key, see Vehicle key...
  • Page 382 Mobile phone, see Owner's Manual for Naviga‐ Odometer, see Trip data tion, Entertainment and Communication Oil, adding Mobile Service, see BMW Accident Assis‐ Oil change tance Oil filler neck Mobile Service, see BMW Roadside Assis‐ Oil level, checking electronically...
  • Page 383 Phone, connecting Opening and closing Plastic parts, care Opening with the Key Card Possible gestures, gesture control Opening with the smartphone, see BMW Digital PostCrash - iBrake Power failure Operating concept, iDrive Power windows Operation via voice Pressure test tire, see Tire Pressure Moni‐...
  • Page 384 Sensors of the vehicle Roadside parking lights Sequential mode Rolling code hand-held transmitter Service and warranty RON recommended fuel grade Service Center, see BMW Accident Assis‐ Roofliner tance Roof-mounted luggage rack Service Center, see BMW Roadside Assis‐ Rope for tow-starting/towing...
  • Page 385 Everything from A to Z REFERENCE Services, ConnectedDrive, see Owner's Manual Software Upgrade, see Remote Software Up‐ for Navigation, Entertainment and Communica‐ grade tion SOS button, see Intelligent emergency call Servotronic Sound control SET button, Active Cruise Control Sound, exhaust gas system SET button, cruise control Sound output, see Owner's Handbook for Navi‐...
  • Page 386 Tank capacity Torque display, see Sport displays Technical changes, see For Your Own Safety Touchpad, Controller Technical data Tow bar Technology, BMW M Tow fitting Telephone, see Owner's Manual for Navigation, Towing Entertainment and Communication Tow rope Telephone, selection list in the instrument clus‐...
  • Page 387 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 388 Everything from A to Z REFERENCE Wiper, see Washer/wiper system Wiper system Wireless charging, smartphone, see Wireless Wake word charging tray Warning/indicator lights Wireless charging tray for smartphones Warning against cross traffic WLAN connection Warning light in the exterior mirror, see Blind Wood parts, care spot collision warning Wordmatch principle, see Entry comparison...
  • Page 389 *BL5A1E4B000B* 01405A1E4B0 ue...
  • Page 391 California Proposition 65 Warning For vehicles sold in California: Online Edition for Part no. 01405A1E4B0 - X/20...
  • Page 392 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. *BL5A1E4B000B* 01405A1E4B0 ue Online Edition for Part no. 01405A1E4B0 - X/20...

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