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Page 1 Owner's Manual Contents for Vehicle A - Z The Ultimate Driving Machine Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 012 211 - © 02/06 BMW AG...
Page 3 This manual is supplemented by a Service and Warranty Informa- tion Booklet for US models or a Warranty and Service Guide Booklet for Canadian models. We wish you an enjoyable driving experience. BMW AG Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 012 211 - © 02/06 BMW AG...
Page 4 Order No. 01 41 0 012 211 US English II/06, 06 03 500 Printed in Germany Printed on environmentally friendly paper, bleached without chlorine, suitable for recycling. Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 012 211 - © 02/06 BMW AG...
Page 5: Table Of Contents
Radio CD player and CD changer External audio device Communications Telephoning TeleService, BMW Assist Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 012 211 - © 02/06 BMW AG Mobility Refueling Wheels and tires Under the hood Maintenance Replacing components...
Page 6: Notes
You can find information on BMW, e.g. on tech- nology, on the Internet at www.bmwusa.com. Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 012 211 - © 02/06 BMW AG Symbols used Indicates precautions that must be fol- lowed precisely in order to avoid the pos- sibility of personal injury and serious damage to the vehicle.
Page 7: Maintenance And Repairs
Owner's Manual could differ from those on your vehicle. Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 012 211 - © 02/06 BMW AG For your own safety Maintenance and repairs Advanced technology, e.g.
Page 8: California Proposition 65 Warning
Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 012 211 - © 02/06 BMW AG California Proposition 65 Warning California law requires us to issue the following warning:...
Page 9: Service And Warranty
Service and Warranty Information Booklet for US models or in the Warranty and Service Guide Booklet for Canadian models. Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 012 211 - © 02/06 BMW AG Reporting safety defects For US customers The following applies only to vehicles owned and operated in the US.
Page 11: At A Glance
Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 012 211 - © 02/06 BMW AG At a glance At a glance This overview of buttons, switches and displays is intended to familiarize you with your vehicle's operating environment. The section will also...
Page 12: Cockpit
Rear window safety switch Opening and closing windows Adjusting exterior mirror Automatic parking function Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 012 211 - © 02/06 BMW AG Turn signal High beams, headlamp flasher High-beam assistant...
Page 13 Sports Wagon: rear window wiper Starting/stopping engine and switching ignition on/off 10 Ignition lock Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 012 211 - © 02/06 BMW AG 11 Horn: entire surface Steering wheel heater Steering wheel adjustment Cruise control...
Page 14: Instrument Cluster
Indicator and warning lamps > Speed of cruise control > Desired speed for active cruise control Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 012 211 - © 02/06 BMW AG Displays for > Odometer and trip odometer > Computer >...
Page 15: Indicator And Warning Lamps
Check Con- trol, refer to page 79. Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 012 211 - © 02/06 BMW AG In the case of corresponding urgency, this infor- mation is displayed immediately when the related lamp lights up.
Page 16: Around The Center Console: Controls And Displays
Around the center console: controls and displays Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 012 211 - © 02/06 BMW AG...
Page 17 Rear window defroster 11 Changing > radio station > track Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 012 211 - © 02/06 BMW AG 12 Ejecting > navigation DVD > audio CD 13 Drive for navigation DVDs 14 Drive for audio CDs...
Page 18: Idrive
> turn, arrow 5 > press, arrow 6 Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 012 211 - © 02/06 BMW AG navigation. The control of the individual func- tions is described in connection with the rele- vant equipment.
Page 19: Operating Principle
> Settings for telephone Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 012 211 - © 02/06 BMW AG Operating principle From radio readiness, refer to page 58, the fol- lowing message is shown on the Control Dis-...
Page 20 For this purpose, move the controller in the cor- responding direction and hold it for longer than approx. 2 seconds. Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 012 211 - © 02/06 BMW AG Displays in menu Each menu is divided into fields. The respective active field is highlighted.
Page 21 Selecting menu item: refer to 1 Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 012 211 - © 02/06 BMW AG You can view the individual steps under Set- tings on Control Display, Setting time, refer to page 82.
Page 22: Assistance Window
The status information is temporarily hidden when there are Check Control instructions or inputs via the voice command system Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 012 211 - © 02/06 BMW AG Assistance window* Additional information can be displayed in the assistance window: >...
Page 23: Switching Control Display Off/On
This opens the start menu. Press the controller to open the menu. Select "Display off" and press the control- ler. To switch on, press the controller. Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 012 211 - © 02/06 BMW AG...
Page 24: Voice Command System
{...} Say the specified commands word for word. {{...}} Indicates responses of the voice command system. Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 012 211 - © 02/06 BMW AG Voice commands Activating voice command system Press the button.
Page 25 231. Opening start menu {Main menu} Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 012 211 - © 02/06 BMW AG Example: selecting a track Switch on Entertainment sound output if necessary.
Page 26 Keep the doors, windows and glass sun- roof or panorama glass sunroof avoid interfering outside noise. > Avoid making other noise in the vehicle while speaking. Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 012 211 - © 02/06 BMW AG closed to...
Page 29: Controls
Its extensive array of features and accessories, both for driving and for your own safety, comfort and convenience, are described here. Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 012 211 - © 02/06 BMW AG...
Page 30: Opening And Closing
Information on the required maintenance is also stored in the remote control, refer to Service data in remote control, page 209. Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 012 211 - © 02/06 BMW AG Integrated key Press the button 1 to unlock the key.
Page 31: Central Locking System
> Assigning the programmable buttons the steering wheel, refer to page Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 012 211 - © 02/06 BMW AG > Settings for the display on the Control Dis- play: >...
Page 32: Opening And Closing: From Outside
Press the button. This unlocks the vehicle. Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 012 211 - © 02/06 BMW AG You can set how the vehicle is unlocked. The setting is stored for the remote control currently in use.
Page 33: Compartment Lid
A previously locked tailgate is also locked again after closing. Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 012 211 - © 02/06 BMW AG When opening the tailgate, the roll-up cover is raised. Before closing the tailgate, press down the roll-up cover until it engages.<...
Page 34: Manual Operation
Turning the key a second time unlocks the remaining doors and the luggage compart- ment lid/tailgate. Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 012 211 - © 02/06 BMW AG Convenience operation You also have the option of operating the win-...
Page 35: Luggage Compartment Lid/ Tailgate
Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 012 211 - © 02/06 BMW AG Because any persons or animals left unat- tended in a parked vehicle could lock the doors from the inside, you should always keep the remote control with you;...
Page 36: Emergency Release
You should therefore unlock the vehicle ahead of time. If the Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 012 211 - © 02/06 BMW AG alarm is inadvertently triggered: switch off the alarm, refer to page 38.<...
Page 37: Opening From Inside
Details on the roll-up cover are provided on page 117. Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 012 211 - © 02/06 BMW AG Sports Wagon: tailgate Opening from inside Press the button: the tailgate opens somewhat unless it has been locked.
Page 38 To close the tailgate, merely press it down gen- tly. The closing process will then be carried out automatically. Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 012 211 - © 02/06 BMW AG Sports Wagon: automatic tailgate operation* Adjusting opening height You can adjust how far the tailgate is to open.
Page 39: Alarm System
Make sure that the closing path of the tail- gate is clear, otherwise injuries may result.< Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 012 211 - © 02/06 BMW AG The tailgate closes automatically when the but- ton on the inside of the tailgate is pressed.
Page 40: Interior Motion Sensor
5 minutes: your vehicle has been disturbed while you were away. Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 012 211 - © 02/06 BMW AG Tilt alarm sensor The tilt of the vehicle is monitored. The alarm system reacts, e.g.
Page 41: Opening Luggage Compartment Lid
If a remote control is detected in the interior after unlocking, the electric steering-wheel lock unlocks, refer to page 58. Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 012 211 - © 02/06 BMW AG Locking > For the driver's door, touch the area high- lighted in the picture, arrow 2, with your fin- ger for approx.
Page 42: Automatic Transmission
The remote control for comfort access contains a battery which must be replaced if necessary. Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 012 211 - © 02/06 BMW AG Remove integrated key from remote con- trol, refer to page 28.
Page 43: Safety Switch
Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 012 211 - © 02/06 BMW AG Safety switch With the safety switch, you can prevent the rear windows from being opened or closed via the switches in the rear passenger area, by chil- dren, for example.
Page 44 Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 012 211 - © 02/06 BMW AG Despite the pinch protection system, inspect the sunroof's travel path prior to...
Page 45 Press the switch: The sunroof is raised and the sliding visor is opened slightly. Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 012 211 - © 02/06 BMW AG Automatic opening and closing Press the switch past the resistance point.
Page 46 Move the sunroof in the desired direction. The arrow below indi- cates the rotation direction for closing. Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 012 211 - © 02/06 BMW AG...
Page 47: Adjustments
For airbag locations and additional information on airbags, refer to page 94. Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 012 211 - © 02/06 BMW AG Head restraints A correctly adjusted head restraint reduces the risk of spinal injury in the event of an accident.
Page 48: Seat Adjustment
45.< Longitudinal direction Height Angle Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 012 211 - © 02/06 BMW AG Backrest Adjusting comfort seat* In this seat, you can also adjust: and the infor- Backrest width...
Page 49: Seat, Mirror And Steering Wheel Memory
Easy entry/exit* To facilitate entry and exit, the backrest width temporarily opens all the way. Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 012 211 - © 02/06 BMW AG Seat, mirror and steering wheel memory* You can store and request two different posi- tions for the driver's seat and passenger seat external rearview mirrors, and steering wheel.
Page 50: Head Restraints
Select "Central locking" and press the con- troller. Select "Last seat pos." and press the con- troller. Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 012 211 - © 02/06 BMW AG Select "After unlocking" or "After door opened". Press the controller.
Page 51: Safety Belts
> To lower: press the button, arrow 1, and push the head restraint downward. Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 012 211 - © 02/06 BMW AG Safety belts To ensure that the safety systems con- tinue to provide optimized protection,...
Page 52: Heated Seats
The maximum temperature is supplied when three LEDs are lit. To switch off: press the button longer. Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 012 211 - © 02/06 BMW AG Temperature distribution The heat output can be distributed variously in the seat cushion and the backrest.
Page 53: Active Seat Ventilation
If you switch off the active seat, it can take up to 1 minute before the two halves of the seat cushion have returned to their initial position. Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 012 211 - © 02/06 BMW AG Mirrors Exterior mirrors The mirror on the passenger's side is more curved than the driver's mirror.
Page 54: Steering Wheel
Automatically dimming mirrors page 125. Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 012 211 - © 02/06 BMW AG Steering wheel Adjustments Do not adjust the steering wheel while the vehicle is moving. There is a risk of acci-...
Page 55 "Air recirculation on / off" Permanently shutting off outside air, refer to AUC Automatic recirculated air control on page Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 012 211 - © 02/06 BMW AG > "Mute on / off" Mutes the audio sources >...
Page 56: Transporting Children Safely
For more information on automatic deactivation of the front passenger airbags, refer to page 95. Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 012 211 - © 02/06 BMW AG Installing child restraint systems Observe the child restraint system manu-...
Page 57 Fold the corresponding mounting point upward before using. Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 012 211 - © 02/06 BMW AG Sports Wagon Only use the teather-strap mounting...
Page 58: Latch Child-Restraint Fixing System
The mountings for the LATCH child's seat fix- ing system are located at the points marked Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 012 211 - © 02/06 BMW AG with the arrows. They are not visible from the outside.
Page 59 Safety switch for power windows Always press the safety switch for the power windows, refer to page 41, when children are riding in the rear of the vehicle. Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 012 211 - © 02/06 BMW AG...
Page 60: Ignition Lock
The remote control can only be removed when the selector lever position P is selected: inter- lock. Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 012 211 - © 02/06 BMW AG Start/Stop button Briefly pressing the Start/Stop button several times switches the radio readiness or the igni- tion on and off.
Page 61: Manual Transmission
Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 012 211 - © 02/06 BMW AG Automatic transmission* Depress brake pedal. Place selector lever in position P or N.
Page 62: Indicator Lamp
The indicator lamp lights up, and a sig- nal also sounds when starting off. The handbrake is applied. Indicator lamp for Canadian models. Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 012 211 - © 02/06 BMW AG Applying The lever locks in position automatically. Releasing Pull slightly upwards, press the button and lower the lever.
Page 63: Selector Lever Positions
–: manual downshifting > D: activate/deactivate the Drive mode Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 012 211 - © 02/06 BMW AG The transmission automatically shifts into N if the driver's door is opened with the engine running and neither the pedals, the shift paddles nor the selector lever are oper- ated.
Page 64: Dynamic Driving Control
To upshift, pull the selector lever back. > To downshift, push the selector lever for- ward. Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 012 211 - © 02/06 BMW AG Using shift paddles on steering wheel > To upshift, pull one of the shift paddles.
Page 65: Automatic Transmission With Steptronic
P R N D DS M1 to M6 The selector lever position is indicated, and in the manual mode the gear currently engaged. Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 012 211 - © 02/06 BMW AG Changing selector lever positions >...
Page 66: Turn Signals/ Headlamp Flasher
Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 012 211 - © 02/06 BMW AG Unclip the sleeve of the selector lever. Pull the sleeve over the selector lever.
Page 67: Wiper System
Cleaning windshield, headlamps and BMW Night Vision camera Adjusting rain sensor sensitivity level Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 012 211 - © 02/06 BMW AG Switching on wipers Pull the lever upward, arrow 1. The lever automatically returns to its initial posi- tion when released.
Page 68: Washer Fluid
Do not use washing mechanisms when the washer fluid reservoir is empty, other- wise you will damage the washer Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 012 211 - © 02/06 BMW AG Washer fluid Washer fluid antifreeze is flammable.
Page 69: Active Cruise Control
Pull the lever, arrow 2: Functions are the same as 1, only the vehicle speed is reduced. Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 012 211 - © 02/06 BMW AG Interrupting cruise control Press the lever up or down, arrow 3.
Page 70 71.< Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 012 211 - © 02/06 BMW AG Professional navigation system* If a navigation DVD is in the drive, refer to page 132, the system adjusts the accelerating and braking behavior of the vehicle to the road you are driving on.
Page 71 110 mph or 180 km/h is reached. The speed then displayed is stored and reached on a clear road. Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 012 211 - © 02/06 BMW AG Decreasing in steps Repeatedly pull the lever up to the resistance point or beyond, arrow 2, until the desired speed is displayed.
Page 72 20 mph/ 30 km/h. A signal sounds and a message appears on the Control Display. The active Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 012 211 - © 02/06 BMW AG intervention of the driver is required, otherwise accidents can occur.<...
Page 73: Warning Lamps
It is also important to regulate your vehicle's Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 012 211 - © 02/06 BMW AG Radar sensor Heavy rain, dirt, snow or ice can restrict the detection of vehicles driving ahead.
Page 74: Swerving Vehicles
Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 012 211 - © 02/06 BMW AG Swerving vehicles When a vehicle moves from an adjacent lane...
Page 76: Everything Under Control
Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 012 211 - © 02/06 BMW AG Tachometer The white-striped advance warning field, arrow 1, changes depending on the engine temperature.
Page 77: Average Fuel Consumption
50 km, otherwise engine functions are not ensured and damage can occur.< Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 012 211 - © 02/06 BMW AG Computer Displays in instrument cluster To display the information, press the BC button in the turn signal lever from radio readiness.
Page 78: Trip Computer
Entering a destination in the navigation system , refer to page 133. > Cruising range Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 012 211 - © 02/06 BMW AG > Distance to destination: > Entering a distance manually in the com- puter, see below.
Page 79: Service Requirements
Select "Onboard info" or "Trip computer". Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 012 211 - © 02/06 BMW AG Press the controller. Service requirements The remaining driving distance and the date for the next maintenance are displayed briefly with the ignition switched on.
Page 80 Select the entry and press the controller. To exit from the menu: Select the arrow and press the controller. Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 012 211 - © 02/06 BMW AG Symbols No service is currently required.
Page 81: Check Control
The symbol continues to be visible even when the Check Control message Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 012 211 - © 02/06 BMW AG disappears after a short time. The warning lamps and text messages are stored and can be displayed later, also refer to page 80.
Page 82 This opens the start menu. Press the controller to open the menu. Select "Service" and press the controller. Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 012 211 - © 02/06 BMW AG Select "Check Control messages" and press the controller.
Page 83: Speed Limit
Without navigation system Open "Car Data". Select "Car Data" and press the controller. Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 012 211 - © 02/06 BMW AG Select "Limit" and press the controller. Select the speed value and press the con- troller.
Page 84: Settings On Control Display
Press the button once or twice until the start menu appears. Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 012 211 - © 02/06 BMW AG Press the controller to open the menu. Turn the controller until "Display settings" is selected and press the controller.
Page 85 The setting is stored for the remote control cur- rently in use. Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 012 211 - © 02/06 BMW AG Setting date Select "Date" and press the controller. Select "Set date" and press the controller.
Page 86: Units Of Measure
Select "Text language" and press the con- troller. You can change the language of the text displays. Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 012 211 - © 02/06 BMW AG Select and activate the desired language by pressing the controller.
Page 87: Technology For Comfort, Convenience And Safety
Wait this short period before driving. Manual activation Press button, the LED lights up. Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 012 211 - © 02/06 BMW AG Manual deactivation Press the button again; the LED goes out. After driving approx. 165 ft/50 m or at over approx.
Page 88: Abs Antilock Brake System
PDC signal tone.< Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 012 211 - © 02/06 BMW AG Driving stability control systems Your BMW is equipped with an extended array of systems designed to enhance and maintain vehicle stability under extreme conditions.
Page 89 It is therefore neces- sary to drive with appropriate caution. Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 012 211 - © 02/06 BMW AG You may find it useful to briefly activate DTC under the following special circumstances: >...
Page 90 Press the controller to open the menu. Select "Vehicle settings" and press the controller. Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 012 211 - © 02/06 BMW AG Select "HDC" and press the controller. Select "HDC on" and press the controller.
Page 91: Dynamic Drive
Do not continue driving, but instead contact your BMW center.< Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 012 211 - © 02/06 BMW AG Sports Wagon: Self-leveling suspension xDrive: the vehicle is raised somewhat at the rear after locking.
Page 92: System Limits
Select "Vehicle settings" and press the controller. Select "FTM" and press the controller. Start the engine, but do not start driving. Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 012 211 - © 02/06 BMW AG Select "Set tire pressure" and press the controller. change.<...
Page 93: Tpm Tire Pressure Monitor
Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 012 211 - © 02/06 BMW AG Functional requirement In order to assure the reliable reporting of a flat tire, the system must have been reset with the correct tire inflation pressure.
Page 94: Resetting System
Select "TPM" and press the controller. Start the engine, but do not start driving. Select "Reset" and press the controller. Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 012 211 - © 02/06 BMW AG Select "Yes" and press the controller. Start to drive.
Page 95: Active Steering
If unusual vibrations or loud noises occur while Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 012 211 - © 02/06 BMW AG the vehicle is being driven, this can indicate final failure of the damaged tire. Reduce speed and...
Page 96: Brake Force Display
The relevant side air- bag supports the side upper body area. The head air bag supports the head. Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 012 211 - © 02/06 BMW AG Brake force display Left-hand picture: normal braking.
Page 97 Otherwise a cor- rect evaluation of the occupied seat surface cannot be ensured.< Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 012 211 - © 02/06 BMW AG Operating state of front passenger airbags Depending on the vehicle's equipment, the arrangement of the switches and indicator lamps may differ somewhat.
Page 98: Head-Up Display
This enables you to take in this information without looking away from the road. Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 012 211 - © 02/06 BMW AG Switching on/off With the engine running or the ignition switched Press the button to activate or deactivate the Head-Up Display.
Page 99: Selecting Displays
Press the controller to open the menu. Select "Display settings" and press the controller. Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 012 211 - © 02/06 BMW AG Select "Brightness" and press the control- ler. Move the controller to the left to select "Head-Up Display".
Page 100: Driving Hints
Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 012 211 - © 02/06 BMW AG Any improvement in detection depends on many factors such as the object size and tem-...
Page 101: Selecting Settings
Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 012 211 - © 02/06 BMW AG Due to the system's need to adjust periodically, a still image is displayed at certain intervals for fractions of a second.
Page 102 When this occurs, the displayed image on the Control Display may become gray. Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 012 211 - © 02/06 BMW AG To minimize icing, the camera lens is automati- cally heated. However, it may be necessary to clean the camera lens manually under severe weather conditions.
Page 103: Automatic Headlamp Control
The LED next to the symbol is illuminated when the low beams are on. Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 012 211 - © 02/06 BMW AG When driving into a tunnel with bright overhead lighting, switching on of the lights may be delayed.
Page 104: Daytime Running Lamps
Head Light is not active when driving in reverse and points toward the passenger side when the vehicle is stopped. Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 012 211 - © 02/06 BMW AG Malfunction The LED next to the symbol for automatic head- lamp control flashes.
Page 105: High-Beam Assistant
The high-beam assistant is deactivated in the process. Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 012 211 - © 02/06 BMW AG To reactivate the system, briefly press the turn signal lever in the high beam direction again.
Page 106: Interior Lamps
Instrument lighting You can control the lighting intensity by using the knurled wheel. Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 012 211 - © 02/06 BMW AG Interior lamps The interior lamps, footwell lamps, door entry lighting and courtesy lamps automatically.
Page 107: Climate
Defrosting windows and removing condensation Air volume, manual Switching off automatic climate control Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 012 211 - © 02/06 BMW AG Switching cooling function on and off manually 10 Temperature, right side of passenger...
Page 108: A Congenial Climate
This opens the start menu. Move the controller to the left to open "Cli- mate". Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 012 211 - © 02/06 BMW AG Select "Automatic programs" and press the controller. Select the desired intensity and press the controller.
Page 109: Rear Window Defroster
Select the desired field by moving the con- troller. Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 012 211 - © 02/06 BMW AG Turn the controller to adjust the air distribu- tion. Driver's side:...
Page 110: Residual Heat
> at an outside temperature below 777/ Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 012 211 - © 02/06 BMW AG The LED lights up when the function is switched on. From radio readiness the interior temperature, the air volume and the air distribution can be set.
Page 111: Parked Car Ventilation
Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 012 211 - © 02/06 BMW AG The air emerges through the upper body region vent outlets in the instrument panel. These vent outlets must be open for the system to operate.
Page 112 The symbol on the display of the automatic climate control lights up. Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 012 211 - © 02/06 BMW AG The symbol on the display of the automatic climate control flashes when the parked car ventilation has switched on.
Page 113: Practical Interior Accessories
BMW center or call: 1-800-355-3515. Information is also provided on the Internet at: www.bmwusa.com or www.homelink.com. Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 012 211 - © 02/06 BMW AG HomeLink is a registered trademark of Johnson Controls, Inc.< Programming...
Page 114: Sun Blinds
Press the programmed memory button 1 of the integrated universal remote control three times. Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 012 211 - © 02/06 BMW AG The corresponding memory button 1 is now programmed with the signal of the original hand-held transmitter.
Page 115: Glove Compartment
The flashlight can remain plugged in continu- ously. Pull the flashlight out of the socket when needed. Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 012 211 - © 02/06 BMW AG To avoid possibly damaging the lamp, always ensure that it is switched off before inserting it in the socket.<...
Page 116: Storage Compartments
CD or an MP3 player, and play the sound via the vehicle loudspeakers, refer to page 171. Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 012 211 - © 02/06 BMW AG Storage compartments There are other storage compartments in the doors as well as in the front and rear center con- sole.
Page 117: Ashtray, Front
Always take along the remote control when you leave the vehicle, otherwise children could, for example, use the lighter and burn Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 012 211 - © 02/06 BMW AG Ashtray, rear Emptying Press the entire cover down. The ashtray rises and can be removed.
Page 118: Center Armrest, Rear
Sports Wagon: In cargo area Access to socket: Fold open the cover. Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 012 211 - © 02/06 BMW AG Center armrest, rear Storage tray: Pull the cover upward, arrow 1. Access to cup holders:...
Page 119: Roll-Up Cover
128. Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 012 211 - © 02/06 BMW AG Sports Wagon: cargo area Roll-up cover Pull out the roll-up cover and hook it into the brackets.
Page 120: Separation Net
2. Then slowly allow the separation net to glide into the case. Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 012 211 - © 02/06 BMW AG With larger cargo area Fold over both rear backrests, refer to Increasing cargo area.
Page 121 Hooks Two hooks can be used to secure smaller objects. Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 012 211 - © 02/06 BMW AG Press at bottom and fold out until they lock. Compartments in floor Front compartment: >...
Page 122: Securing Cargo
Only stow clean skis in the ski bag. Wrap sharp edges to prevent damage. Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 012 211 - © 02/06 BMW AG Securing cargo After loading, secure the ski bag and its con- tents.
Page 125: Driving Tips
Driving tips Driving tips This section is designed to provide you with extra support by supplying information useful in dealing with specific driving and operating conditions. Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 012 211 - © 02/06 BMW AG...
Page 126: Things To Remember When Driving
Drive in a reserved manner during this break-in period. Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 012 211 - © 02/06 BMW AG Clutch The function of the clutch is only at its opti- mized level after a distance driven of approx.
Page 127: Driving Through Water
Mini- mum tire tread on page 201. Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 012 211 - © 02/06 BMW AG Driving through water Do not drive through water on the road if it is deeper than 1 ft/30 cm, and then only at walking speed at the most.
Page 128: Rear Window Wiper
This occurs because the minimum pressure which must be exerted by the pads Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 012 211 - © 02/06 BMW AG during brake applications to clean the rotors is not reached.
Page 129: Stowing Cargo
Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 012 211 - © 02/06 BMW AG Load The permissible load is the total of the weight of occupants and cargo/luggage.
Page 130: Roof-Mounted Luggage Rack
Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 012 211 - © 02/06 BMW AG hazard to the vehicle's occupants during abrupt braking or evasive maneuvers.<...
Page 133: Navigation
Navigation Navigation This chapter describes how you can enter destinations and specify your route so that your navigation system guides you reliably to your destination. Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 012 211 - © 02/06 BMW AG...
Page 134: Starting Navigation System
A message appears on the Control Display. Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 012 211 - © 02/06 BMW AG Display in assistance window You can display the route or the current position in the assistance window.
Page 135: Destination Entry
This opens the start menu. Move the controller to the right to open "Navigation". Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 012 211 - © 02/06 BMW AG Select "Navigation" and press the control- ler. Entering a destination...
Page 136: Selecting Country
Select the country of destination and press the controller. Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 012 211 - © 02/06 BMW AG In order to be able to start the destination guid- ance, at least the town/city of the destination or its zip code must be entered.
Page 137 Change into the third field from the top. Turn the controller until the destination is selected and press the controller. Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 012 211 - © 02/06 BMW AG Entering street, house number and intersection After the street you can also enter the intersec- tion or the house number.
Page 138: Entering Destination Via Voice
Change into the third field from the top. Turn the controller until the house number is selected and press the controller. Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 012 211 - © 02/06 BMW AG Starting destination guidance with manual destination entry >...
Page 139: Entering Destination
Turn the controller until the destination is selected and press the controller. Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 012 211 - © 02/06 BMW AG Entering street and house number The street is entered in the same way as the destination.
Page 140: Selecting Destination Using Information
> "Show current position" places the cur- rent position in the center of the map. Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 012 211 - © 02/06 BMW AG > "Show destination position" places the current destination in the center of the map.
Page 141: Destination List
Select "Call" and press the controller. To exit from the menu: Select the arrow and press the controller. Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 012 211 - © 02/06 BMW AG Destination list The last 20 entered destinations are shown in the destination list.
Page 142: Opening Address Book
Storing destinations in address book You can store approx. 100 destinations in the address book. Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 012 211 - © 02/06 BMW AG Select "Address book" and press the con- troller. Select "New address" and press the con- troller.
Page 143 Select "Address book" and press the con- troller. Select the entry and press the controller. Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 012 211 - © 02/06 BMW AG Select "Edit address" and press the con- troller. Change entry.
Page 144: Selecting Route
Select "Home address" and press the con- troller. Select "Start guidance" and press the con- troller. Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 012 211 - © 02/06 BMW AG To change the entry: Select "Home address" and press the con- troller.
Page 145: Word Matching Principle
Select a route criterion and press the con- troller. Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 012 211 - © 02/06 BMW AG Word matching principle The system supports the word matching princi- ple to make it easier for you to enter the names of streets or towns.
Page 146: Destination Guidance
You will be punctually notified of a change of direction by spoken instructions and the display of the direction arrow. Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 012 211 - © 02/06 BMW AG Terminating/continuing destination guidance In arrow or map display Select the symbol and press the controller.
Page 147: Route Display
Turn the controller until "Arrow display" is selected and press the controller. The arrow display is shown. Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 012 211 - © 02/06 BMW AG Switching voice instructions on/off Selecting route criteria Starting/ending destination guidance...
Page 148 Starting/ending destination guidance Map-guided destination selection Showing/hiding information last selected, refer to Selecting destination using infor- mation on page Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 012 211 - © 02/06 BMW AG Changing map display > "Map facing north" >...
Page 149: Destination Guidance Through Voice Instructions
Turn the controller until "Display settings" is selected and press the controller. Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 012 211 - © 02/06 BMW AG Change to upper field if necessary. Turn the controller until "Languages" is selected and press the controller.
Page 150: Displaying Current Position
Turn the controller to enter the desired number and press the controller. The route is recalculated. Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 012 211 - © 02/06 BMW AG To exit from the menu without changing the route: Select the arrow and press the controller.
Page 151: What To Do If
Select a destination that is as close as possible to the original. Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 012 211 - © 02/06 BMW AG > the system stops furnishing directions on...
Page 153: Entertainment
Entertainment Entertainment Operation of the radio and CD as well as their tone settings are described in this chapter. Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 012 211 - © 02/06 BMW AG...
Page 154: On/Off And Tone
The layout of the buttons can vary depending on your vehicle's equipment. Single drive: Two drives: Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 012 211 - © 02/06 BMW AG Entertainment sound output on/off, volume > Press: switch on/off.
Page 155: Adjusting Volume
The tone settings are set for all audio sources at once. The settings are stored for the remote key cur- rently in use. Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 012 211 - © 02/06 BMW AG Changing tone settings Press the button.
Page 156 You can set various stages for the increase in volume. Select "Speed volume" and press the con- troller. Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 012 211 - © 02/06 BMW AG Turn controller: The adjustment is applied; the field can be changed.
Page 157 Press the controller to open the menu. Select "Entertainment settings" and press the controller. Select "Audio" and press the controller. Select "Reset" and press the controller. Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 012 211 - © 02/06 BMW AG...
Page 159 Other menu items are displayed. Select "Scan" and press the controller. The stations are sampled. Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 012 211 - © 02/06 BMW AG To end sampling: Press the controller. Select "Scan" and press the controller.
Page 160: Storing Stations
Turn the controller until the desired selec- tion criterion is selected and press the con- troller. Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 012 211 - © 02/06 BMW AG Select the desired frequency or station. "Set" is selected.
Page 161: Automatically Sorting Stations
Select "FM" or "AM" and press the control- ler. "Set" is selected. Press the controller. Other menu items are displayed. Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 012 211 - © 02/06 BMW AG Select "RDS" and press the controller. RDS is activated. Automatically sorting stations* For the "All stations"...
Page 162: High Definition Radio
This opens the start menu. Press the controller to open the Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 012 211 - © 02/06 BMW AG Select "Entertainment settings" and press the controller. Select "HD radio" and press the controller.
Page 163: Satellite Radio
The display of the stations offering digital reception is updated. This can take up to 2 min- utes. Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 012 211 - © 02/06 BMW AG Displaying additional information With the digital stations, additional information on the current track is displayed, e.g.
Page 164: Enabling Or Disabling Channels
The electronic serial number is required for enabling or To enable the channels: Dial the phone number. Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 012 211 - © 02/06 BMW AG Disabling Select an enabled channel and press the controller.
Page 165 The channels of this category are displayed. Select a channel marked with this sym- bol. Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 012 211 - © 02/06 BMW AG Press the controller. Other menu items are displayed. Select "Play" and press the controller.
Page 166 Reception is usually possible again as soon as the signal is available again.< Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 012 211 - © 02/06 BMW AG...
Page 167: Cd Player And Cd Changer
This opens the start menu. Move the controller backwards to open "Entertainment". Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 012 211 - © 02/06 BMW AG Change to upper field if necessary. Turn the controller until "CD" is selected and press the controller.
Page 168: Selecting A Track
11. Via iDrive Select a track by turning the controller. Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 012 211 - © 02/06 BMW AG Compressed audio files* Select the directory if necessary and press the controller.
Page 169: Sampling Tracks, Scan
CD. Select "Set" and press the controller. Other menu items are displayed. Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 012 211 - © 02/06 BMW AG Select "Scan" and press the controller. To end sampling: Press the controller.
Page 170: Repeating A Track
To stop repeating: Press the controller again. Select "Repeat" and press the controller. Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 012 211 - © 02/06 BMW AG Compressed audio files* Select the current track and press the con- troller.
Page 171: Fast Forward/Reverse
Wait at least 2 seconds before pushing in the magazine again so that the inserted CDs can be read in again. Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 012 211 - © 02/06 BMW AG Inserting/removing CDs into/from CD magazine...
Page 172 CD/DVD blank. Only label CDs/DVDs on the upper side with a pen intended for this purpose. Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 012 211 - © 02/06 BMW AG Damaged CDs/DVDs Avoid fingerprints, dust, scratches and mois- ture.
Page 173: External Audio Device
This opens the start menu. Move the controller backwards to open "Entertainment". Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 012 211 - © 02/06 BMW AG Select "Audio Aux" and press the control- ler. Adjust volume and sound if necessary.
Page 175: Communications
Communications Communications This chapter summarizes how to operate your mobile phone using iDrive or voice control and how to use BMW Assist or TeleService. Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 012 211 - © 02/06 BMW AG...
Page 176: Telephoning
Avoid operating a mobile phone detected by the vehicle with the keypad of the mobile phone, otherwise malfunctions can occur. Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 012 211 - © 02/06 BMW AG For your safety A car phone makes life more convenient in many ways, and can even save lives in an emer- gency.
Page 177 Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 012 211 - © 02/06 BMW AG Switching on ignition Insert the remote control as far as possible into the ignition lock.
Page 178 Wait a few seconds until the list of the logged-on mobile phones is shown on the Control Display and "Phone" is selected. Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 012 211 - © 02/06 BMW AG To cancel the logon of the mobile phone on the vehicle: Select "Refuse connection"...
Page 179: Activating/Deactivating Bluetooth Link
Select "Bluetooth" and press the controller. Select "Phone" and press the controller. Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 012 211 - © 02/06 BMW AG Select the desired mobile phone and press the controller. Select "Delete device" and press the con- troller.
Page 180: Adjusting Volume
You can also adjust the volume with buttons on the steering wheel, refer to page 11. Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 012 211 - © 02/06 BMW AG The setting is stored for the remote control cur- rently in use.
Page 181: Receiving Calls
The letters correspond to the digits on the keypad of the mobile phone. Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 012 211 - © 02/06 BMW AG To delete an incorrect character: Move the controller toward the right to select , and press the controller.
Page 182 Select "Phone" and press the controller. Select "A - Z" and press the controller. Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 012 211 - © 02/06 BMW AG To limit the number of displayed entries, select the first letter of the desired entry and press the controller.
Page 183 Select "Delete" and press the controller. The entry is deleted. Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 012 211 - © 02/06 BMW AG Deleting entire list Select an entry from the list and press the controller.
Page 184: Changing Between Mobile Phone And Hands-Free System
This function is available when a connection has been established. Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 012 211 - © 02/06 BMW AG Establish connection. Press the controller. Select "Keypad" and press the controller.
Page 185: Voice Commands
The text or numbers that the voice com- mand system has registered will appear on the Control Display. Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 012 211 - © 02/06 BMW AG Ending/canceling operation by voice Press the button on the steering wheel {Cancel}.
Page 186 {Dial}. The connection to the desired sub- scriber is established. Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 012 211 - © 02/06 BMW AG Response {{Please say the number}} Depending on equipment: {{123 456 7890. Continue?}} or {{123 456 7890.
Page 187 {Dial number} when the desired entry is read aloud. Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 012 211 - © 02/06 BMW AG Selecting an entry The connection to the phone number of the selected entry is established.
Page 188: Mounting/Removing Snap-In Adapter
To remove the snap-in adapter: Press the area 1 around the button. Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 012 211 - © 02/06 BMW AG Inserting mobile phone Remove the protective cap from the mobile...
Page 189: Teleservice, Bmw Assist
The car phone can be reactivated after signing a new contract with a BMW center. Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 012 211 - © 02/06 BMW AG You can also use the services of BMW Assist via the Internet.
Page 190: Services Offered
Control Display. If you open another menu, the enable process continue to run in the background. Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 012 211 - © 02/06 BMW AG Services offered The following special features apply for the ser- vices of TeleService and BMW Assist: >...
Page 191: Breakdown Assistance
Select "BMW Assist" and press the control- ler. Select "BMW Service" and press the con- troller. Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 012 211 - © 02/06 BMW AG Select "Roadside Assistance" and press the controller. If the current position can be determined, the current vehicle location is displayed.
Page 192: Adapting Teleservice Or Bmw Assist
The current services available from TeleService or BMW Assist are displayed. Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 012 211 - © 02/06 BMW AG Select "Options" and press the controller. Select "Update services" and press the controller.
Page 193: Displaying Vehicle Data
Select "BMW Service settings" and press the controller. Select "Profile" and press the controller. To adjust the license plate number, please con- tact your BMW center. Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 012 211 - © 02/06 BMW AG...
Page 195: Mobility
This section helps you maintain your mobility by supplying important information on vital topics including fuels and lubricants, wheels and tires, service, maintenance and breakdown assistance. Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 012 211 - © 02/06 BMW AG...
Page 196: Refueling
Open the snap fasteners of the right side panel and take off the side panel. Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 012 211 - © 02/06 BMW AG Pull the knob with the gas pump symbol. Sports Wagon...
Page 197: Fuel Specifications
This has no affect on the engine life. Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 012 211 - © 02/06 BMW AG Use high-quality brands Field experience has indicated significant dif- ferences in fuel quality: volatility, composition, additives, etc., among gasolines offered for sale...
Page 198: Wheels And Tires
BMW; a list of these is available from your BMW Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 012 211 - © 02/06 BMW AG For correct identification of the right tire infla- tion pressure for your tires, observe the follow- ing: >...
Page 199 Rear: 275/30 R 19 96 Y XL More details on the permissible load and weights can be found on page 229. Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 012 211 - © 02/06 BMW AG Pressure specifications in psi/kPa...
Page 200 245/45 R 17 99 V M+S XL 245/40 R 18 93 Y More details on the permissible load and weights can be found on page 229. Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 012 211 - © 02/06 BMW AG Pressure specifications in psi/kPa 61/420 Traveling speeds up to max.
Page 201: Tire Identification Number
Carrying capacity ID-code (not in ZR tires) Speed code letter (in ZR tires before the R) Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 012 211 - © 02/06 BMW AG Pressure specifications in psi/kPa 61/420 Traveling speeds up to max. of...
Page 202: Uniform Tire Quality Grading
A tire marked C may have poor traction performance. Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 012 211 - © 02/06 BMW AG The traction grade assigned to this tire is based on straight-ahead braking traction...
Page 203: Tire Condition
Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 012 211 - © 02/06 BMW AG In these cases, reduce speed immedi- ately and have wheels and tires thor- oughly checked.
Page 204: Special Characteristics Of Winter Tires
91. Your BMW center will be happy to advise you on this subject. Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 012 211 - © 02/06 BMW AG Recommended tire brands Certain tire makes are recommended by BMW depending on the tire size.
Page 205: Snow Chains
Flat Tire Monitor, otherwise incorrect displays can occur. When driving with snow chains, it may be prac- tical to briefly activate DTC, refer to page Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 012 211 - © 02/06 BMW AG 87.<...
Page 206: Under The Hood
Pull lever. Opening Press the release handle and open the hood. Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 012 211 - © 02/06 BMW AG Closing Close the hood from a height of approx. 16 in/ 40 cm with momentum. It must be clearly heard to engage.
Page 207: Engine Compartment
16. Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 012 211 - © 02/06 BMW AG Washer fluid reservoir of the headlamp and windshield cleaning systems, refer to...
Page 208: Approved Engine Oils
209. Have the system checked as soon as possible. Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 012 211 - © 02/06 BMW AG Adding engine oil Do not add 1 US quart/1 liter of oil until a corre- sponding message is shown on the Control Dis- play.
Page 209: Checking Coolant Level
Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 012 211 - © 02/06 BMW AG The coolant level is correct when the cool- ant level is between the MIN and MAX marks, refer to the diagram adjacent to the filler neck.
Page 211: Maintenance
> Microfilter/activated-charcoal filter > Brake fluid > Spark plugs Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 012 211 - © 02/06 BMW AG > Vehicle check > Legally mandated inspections depending on local regulations Service data in remote control...
Page 212: Socket For Obd Onboard Diagnostics Interface
Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 012 211 - © 02/06 BMW AG Event Data Recorders Your vehicle may be equipped with one or sev-...
Page 213: Replacing Components
Sports Wagon The onboard toolkit is located in the left side panel of the cargo area. Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 012 211 - © 02/06 BMW AG Wiper blade replacement Front Fold the wiper arm out and grasp firmly.
Page 214: Lamps And Bulbs
Halogen headlamps The illustration shows the left-hand side of the engine compartment. Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 012 211 - © 02/06 BMW AG Cover cap for low beams Cover cap for high beams Turn the cover cap to the left and remove.
Page 215: Xenon Lamps
BMW center or a workshop that works accord- ing to BMW repair procedures with correspond- ingly trained personnel. Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 012 211 - © 02/06 BMW AG Turn signals, front Bulb 21 watts, PY 21 W Turn the bulb holder to the left and remove.
Page 216 Reflector Roadside parking lamp, tail lamp and brake lamp Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 012 211 - © 02/06 BMW AG Center brake lamp This lamp uses LED technology for operation. In the event of a malfunction, please go to your...
Page 217: Changing Wheels
Comply with all safety guidelines and regu- lations. Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 012 211 - © 02/06 BMW AG Change the wheel only on a level, firm surface which is not slippery. The vehicle or the jack...
Page 218 Swing up the spare tire cover and hook the hooks into the upper frame of the tailgate opening. Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 012 211 - © 02/06 BMW AG Take out the cross support upward. When installing the floor panel flap, proceed in the reverse order and press down the hinge covers.
Page 219: Charging Battery
Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 012 211 - © 02/06 BMW AG specified torque. The tightening torque is 88.5 lb ft/120...
Page 220 211. A fuse allocation diagram is located in the cargo area behind the right-hand side panel. Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 012 211 - © 02/06 BMW AG In glove compartment Release both quick-release fasteners. Fold the cover forward or remove.
Page 221: Giving And Receiving Assistance
BMW Assist response center has been established, the LED flashes. Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 012 211 - © 02/06 BMW AG If conditions allow, remain in the vehicle until the connection has been established. You will then be able to provide a detailed description of the situation.
Page 222: Roadside Assistance
The first-aid kit is located in the luggage com- partment lid. Loosen the wing nut to open. Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 012 211 - © 02/06 BMW AG Sports Wagon The first-aid kit is located in the right side panel of the cargo area.
Page 223: Connecting Jumper Cables
Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 012 211 - © 02/06 BMW AG Your BMW has a special nut as body ground or negative terminal.
Page 224: Being Towed
For information on jump starting, refer Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 012 211 - © 02/06 BMW AG to page 220. There is no power assistance with the engine stopped. This then requires increased effort for braking and steering.
Page 225 The BMW may only be transported on a flat bed. Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 012 211 - © 02/06 BMW AG Tow-starting Do not tow-start the vehicle if possible, but instead start the engine by means of jump start- ing, refer to page 220.
Page 228: Technical Data
Displacement cu in/cmµ No. of cylinders Maximum output at engine speed Maximum torque lb ft/Nm at engine speed Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 012 211 - © 02/06 BMW AG 525i/xi 530i/xi 182.8/2,996 182.8/2,996 6,250 6,600 185/251...
Page 229 All dimensions are given in inches/mm. Vehicle height with xDrive: 58.3 in/1,482 mm Smallest turning circle diam.: 37.5 ft/11.4 m, with xDrive 39 ft/11.9 m Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 012 211 - © 02/06 BMW AG...
Page 230 All dimensions given in inches/mm. Smallest turning circle diam.: 39 ft/11.9 m Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 012 211 - © 02/06 BMW AG...
Page 231 Approved rear axle load Approved roof load capacity Luggage compartment capacity Never exceed either the approved axle loads or the gross vehicle weight. Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 012 211 - © 02/06 BMW AG 525i lbs./kg 3,395/1,540 3,450/1,565 lbs./kg...
Page 232 US quarts/liters > Sports Wagon Engine with oil filter change > 525i/xi, 530i/xi > 550i Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 012 211 - © 02/06 BMW AG lbs./kg lbs./kg lbs./kg lbs./kg lbs./kg lbs./kg lbs./kg lbs./kg...
Page 233: Short Commands Of Voice Command System
To open "BMW Service" To open "BMW Contact" To open "BMW Contact Numbers" Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 012 211 - © 02/06 BMW AG item is selected. Here are the important short commands for the voice command system.
Page 234 To open "Car Data" To display computer To display trip computer To open speed limit To open stopwatch Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 012 211 - © 02/06 BMW AG Command {Navigation} {Enter address} {New destination} {Input map}...
Page 235 To switch on CD changer To select CD To select music track To select CD and music track Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 012 211 - © 02/06 BMW AG Command {Audio} {Radio on}, {FM on} or...
Page 236 To open "PDC" To open "FTM" To open "TPM" To open "HDC" To open "Entertainment settings" Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 012 211 - © 02/06 BMW AG Command {Seat heater distribution} {Vent settings} {Automatic programs} {Parked car operation}...
Page 237 Function Activating BMW Night Vision Deactivating BMW Night Vision Displaying settings for BMW Night Vision Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 012 211 - © 02/06 BMW AG Command {Night Vision on} {Close Night Vision} {Night Vision configuration}...
Page 238: Everything From A To Z
Adaptive Head Light "Add digits" for mobile phone "Address book" for navigation system Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 012 211 - © 02/06 BMW AG Address for navigation – deleting – entering 133, – selecting – storing –...
Page 239 Automatic climate control – automatic air distribution – switching off Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 012 211 - © 02/06 BMW AG Automatic closing of doors, refer to Automatic soft closing Automatic curb monitor Automatic lighting –...
Page 240 – brake fluid level – brake pads 124, – breaking-in – disk brakes – warning lamp Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 012 211 - © 02/06 BMW AG Braking – CBC Cornering Brake Control – DBC Dynamic Brake Control –...
Page 241 – refer to For your own safety – refer to Parts and accessories Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 012 211 - © 02/06 BMW AG Changing language on Control Display Changing units of measure on Control Display...
Page 242 "Curve mode" with BMW Night Vision "Customer Relations" 182, Cylinders, refer to Engine data Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 012 211 - © 02/06 BMW AG Dashboard, refer to Cockpit Data – capacities – dimensions – engine –...
Page 243 Driving lamps, refer to Parking lamps/low beams Driving notes Driving route, refer to Displaying route Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 012 211 - © 02/06 BMW AG Driving stability control systems Driving through water Driving tips, refer to Driving...
Page 244 "Fader", refer to Tone control Fader, refer to Tone control Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 012 211 - © 02/06 BMW AG Failure messages, refer to Check Control False alarm, refer to Avoiding unintentional alarms Fastening safety belts, refer to Safety belts –...
Page 245 HD, refer to High Definition Radio "HDC" HDC Hill Descent Control "HDC on" "HDC on / off" Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 012 211 - © 02/06 BMW AG Head airbags Headlamp control, automatic Headlamp flasher Headlamps –...
Page 246 – on destination location "Information" for navigation system "Information on destination" "Initializing..." Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 012 211 - © 02/06 BMW AG Initializing – Flat Tire Monitor – radio, refer to Storing stations – refer to Power failure –...
Page 247 Lumbar support Lug bolts – tightening torque, refer to After mounting – wrench Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 012 211 - © 02/06 BMW AG Luggage compartment – capacity – emergency release – locking separately – opening/closing, refer to...
Page 248 – refer to Wiper/washer system Music track, finding "Mute on / off" MW, waveband Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 012 211 - © 02/06 BMW AG "Navigation" 76, Navigation destination – home address – manual entry – selecting via map...
Page 249 – preselecting activation times – switching on and off directly Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 012 211 - © 02/06 BMW AG Parking, vehicle Parking aid, refer to PDC Park Distance Control Parking assistant, refer to...
Page 250 – radio stations – regional station Reception level of mobile phone, refer to Status information Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 012 211 - © 02/06 BMW AG Rechargeable flashlight Recirculated-air mode – air recirculation – AUC Automatic recircu-...
Page 251 – safety belts Satellite radio – enabling channel – selecting channel – storing channel Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 012 211 - © 02/06 BMW AG "SAT" with radio 152, "Save current destination" "Scan" – sampling stations –...
Page 252 – with airbags – with head restraint – with safety belts Ski bag Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 012 211 - © 02/06 BMW AG Sliding/tilt sunroof – refer to Glass sunroof, electric – refer to Panorama glass...
Page 253 Storing tires Straps, refer to Loading "Street" for destination entry Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 012 211 - © 02/06 BMW AG Summer tires, refer to Wheels and tires Sun blinds "Surround Settings", refer to...
Page 254 – tow fitting "Town / City" for destination entry Tow-starting 221, "TPM" Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 012 211 - © 02/06 BMW AG TPM Tire Pressure Monitor – resetting system – system limits – warning light Tracks –...
Page 255 – muting – repeating 53, – switching on/off 53, – volume Voice phone book Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 012 211 - © 02/06 BMW AG Volume – audio sources – mobile phone – setting speed- dependent –...
Page 257: Tire Inflation Pressure
Tire inflation pressure Up to 4 persons 5 persons or 4 plus luggage Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 012 211 - © 02/06 BMW AG Fuel Designation Please enter your preferred fuel here.
Page 258 More about BMW The Ultimate bmwusa.com Driving Machine *BL001221100X* Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 012 211 - © 02/06 BMW AG...

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