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Page 3 The more familiar you are with your vehicle, the better control you will have on the road. We therefore strongly suggest: Read this Owner's Manual before starting off in your new BMW. Also use the Integrated Owner's Manual in your vehicle. It contains important information on vehicle operation that will help you make full use of the technical features available in your BMW.
Page 4: Table Of Contents
Set-up and use ....................... On the road ........................AT A GLANCE Cockpit ..........................Idle state, standby state, and drive-ready state ............. iDrive ..........................BMW Gesture Control ....................Voice activation system ....................General settings ......................Personal settings ......................Connections ........................Owner's Manual media ....................
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Page 6: Integrated Owner's Manual In The Vehicle
70. the first chapter. BMW Driver’s Guide app Updates made after the editorial The BMW Driver's Guide app specifically de‐ deadline scribes features and functions found in the vehi‐ Due to updates after the editorial deadline, differ‐...
Page 7 ››...‹‹ Responses generated by the voice Owner's Manuals. activation system. Your BMW service center is happy to answer any questions that you may have about the features Action steps and options applicable to your vehicle. Action steps to be carried out are presented as a numbered list.
Page 8 ▷ Vehicle documents and statutory documents. BMW parts and accessories have been tested by Warranty BMW for their safety and suitability in BMW vehi‐ cles. Your vehicle is technically configured for the op‐ BMW warrants genuine BMW parts and acces‐...
Page 9 Such damage is not covered by Service and warranty the BMW New Vehicle Limited Warranty. We recommend that you read this publication Refer to section on engine oil change regarding thoroughly.
Page 10 Information NOTES the driver or vehicle owner, for instance, via the When servicing, for instance during repairs, serv‐ ConnectedDrive account that is used. ice processes, warranty cases, and quality assur‐ ance measures, this technical information can be Operating data in the vehicle read out from the vehicle together with the vehi‐...
Page 11 Information NOTES ▷ Entered navigation destinations. phones. This wireless network connection enables 'online functions' to be used. These in‐ ▷ Data on the use of Internet services. clude online services and apps supplied by the This data can be stored locally in the vehicle or is vehicle manufacturer or by other providers.
Page 12 Information NOTES tions, such as an air bag deployment or hitting a scribes all positions that are possible for the ser‐ road obstacle, data that will assist in understand‐ ies. ing how a vehicle’s systems performed. The Engine compartment EDR is designed to record data related to vehicle dynamics and safety systems for a short period of time, typically 30 seconds or less.
Page 13 If you believe that your vehicle has a defect which could cause a crash or could cause injury or death, you should immediately inform the Na‐ tional Highway Traffic Safety Administration NHTSA, in addition to notifying BMW of North Online Edition for Part no. 01405A1F693 - X/20...
Page 14: Quick Reference Entering
Entering QUICK REFERENCE Entering Opening and closing All vehicle access points are locked. Buttons for the central locking Buttons on the vehicle key system Overview 1 Unlocking 2 Locking 3 To open the tailgate Buttons for the central locking system. 4 Press and hold or press three times in quick succession: panic mode Locking...
Page 15 Entering QUICK REFERENCE Comfort Access Opening and closing the tailgate with no-touch activation Concept Concept The vehicle can be accessed without operating The tailgate can be opened and closed with no- the vehicle key. touch activation using the vehicle key you are Carrying the vehicle key with you, e.g., in your carrying.
Page 16 Entering QUICK REFERENCE Driver's door Depending on the setting, the doors may be un‐ locked. Closing Press the button on the inside of the tailgate. Displays and control elements 1 Safety switch 2 Power windows In the vicinity of the steering 3 Exterior mirrors wheel 4 Opening/closing the tailgate...
Page 17 Entering QUICK REFERENCE Buttons on the Controller Button Function Press once: calls up the main menu. Press twice: displays all menu items of the main menu. Opens the Communication menu. Opens the Media/Radio menu. Press once: opens the previous dis‐ play.
Page 18: Set-Up And Use
Set-up and use QUICK REFERENCE Set-up and use Seats, mirrors and steering Adjusting the distance: manual head restraints wheel Electrically adjustable seats ▷ Back: press the button and push the head re‐ straint toward the rear. ▷ Forward: pull the head restraint toward the 1 Backrest width front.
Page 19 Set-up and use QUICK REFERENCE Infotainment Adjusting the steering wheel Manual steering wheel adjustment Radio Fold the lever down. 1 Changing the entertainment source Move the steering wheel to the preferred 2 CD/DVD drive height and angle to suit your seating position. 3 Eject CD/DVD Fold the lever back up.
Page 20 Set-up and use QUICK REFERENCE Select a town/city from the list. ▷ Compare the control number displayed on the Control Display with the control If necessary, enter the street. number on the display of the device. Select the street as you would the town/city. Confirm the control number on the device If necessary, enter a house number.
Page 21 Set-up and use QUICK REFERENCE Apple CarPlay preparation Concept CarPlay allows certain functions of a compatible Apple iPhone to be used via Siri voice operation and iDrive. Functional requirements ▷ Compatible iPhone. iPhone 5 or later with iOS 7.1 or later. ▷...
Page 22: On The Road
On the road QUICK REFERENCE On the road Driving Releasing With drive-ready state switched on: Drive-ready state Steptronic transmission: press the switch while the brake is pressed or selector lever posi‐ tion P is set. Switching on drive-ready state The LED and indicator light go out. The parking brake is released.
Page 23 On the road QUICK REFERENCE Steptronic transmission, Sport A selector lever lock prevents the inadvertent shifting to selector lever position R or the inad‐ program and manual mode vertent shifting from selector lever position P. Engage selector lever position R only when the vehicle is stationary.
Page 24 On the road QUICK REFERENCE ▷ Brief signaling: press the lever to the resist‐ Symbol Function ance point and hold it there for as long as you Right roadside parking light. want the turn signal to flash. High beams, headlight flasher Left roadside parking light.
Page 25 On the road QUICK REFERENCE Cleaning the windshield ▷ Switching off: press the lever down until it reaches its standard position. ▷ Brief wipe: press the lever down from the standard position. Rain sensor Activating/deactivating Pull the wiper lever towards you. Rear window wiper Switching on To activate: press the lever up once from its...
Page 26 On the road QUICK REFERENCE Climate control Automatic climate control with enhanced features Automatic climate control Button Function Button Function Temperature. Temperature. Climate control operation. Climate control operation. Maximum cooling. AUTO program. AUTO program. Recirculated-air mode. Recirculated-air mode. Air flow, manual. Air flow, manual.
Page 27 Cleaning the wheels The friction during hard braking may produce brake dust and make the rims dirty. Brake dust can be removed by cleaning the rims. BMW rec‐ ommends using vehicle care and cleaning prod‐ ucts from BMW. Turn the fuel cap counterclockwise.
Page 28 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 29 On the road QUICK REFERENCE Online Edition for Part no. 01405A1F693 - X/20...
Page 30: At A Glance
Cockpit AT A GLANCE 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 AT A GLANCE Automatic headlight control 152 Steering and traffic jam assistant on/off 202 Adaptive light functions 153 High-beam Assistant 154 Cruise control: to store the speed beams 151 Pause or continue cruise control Instrument lighting 155 Active Cruise Control: increase dis‐ tance Right roadside parking light 152 Active Cruise Control: reduce dis‐...
Page 32 Cockpit AT A GLANCE Cleaning the windshield 124 Horn, entire surface Rear window wiper in Canadian Heated steering wheel 105 models 125 Rear window wiper 125 16 Adjusting the steering wheel 105 Unlocking the hood 318 Clean the rear window 125 18 Glove compartment 255 Switching drive-ready state on/ off 115 Auto Start/Stop function 116...
Page 33 Cockpit AT A GLANCE Hazard warning system 337 Driving Dynamics Control 132 SPORT driving mode Intelligent Safety 162 COMFORT driving mode ECO PRO driving mode 4 Glove compartment 254 5 Radio/multimedia, see Owner's Manual for Navigation, Entertainment, and Communica‐ ADAPTIVE driving mode tion 6 6 Automatic climate control 229 DSC Dynamic Stability Con‐...
Page 34 Cockpit AT A GLANCE In the vicinity of the roofliner Emergency Request, SOS 339 Reading lights 156 Glass sunroof 93 Interior lights 156 Indicator light, front-seat passenger airbag 161 Online Edition for Part no. 01405A1F693 - X/20...
Page 35: Idle State, Standby State, And Drive-Ready State
Idle state, standby state, and drive-ready state AT A GLANCE Idle state, standby state, and drive-ready state Vehicle features and Safety information options Warning This chapter describes all standard, country-spe‐ An unsecured vehicle can begin to move and cific and optional features offered with the series. possibly roll away.
Page 36 Idle state, standby state, and drive-ready state AT A GLANCE Standby state Automatic idle state For instance, the idle state is automatically es‐ tablished under the following conditions: Concept ▷ After several minutes, if no operation takes When standby state is switched on, most func‐ place on the vehicle.
Page 37 Idle state, standby state, and drive-ready state AT A GLANCE Display in the instrument cluster When drive-ready state is switched on, the tach‐ ometer shows the current engine speed. Switching off drive-ready state Press the Start/Stop button to switch off drive- ready state.
Page 38: Idrive
iDrive AT A GLANCE iDrive Vehicle features and Input and display options Letters and numbers This chapter describes all standard, country-spe‐ cific and optional features offered with the series. Symbol Function It also describes features and functions that are Change between capital and not necessarily available in your vehicle, e.g., due lower-case letters.
Page 39 iDrive AT A GLANCE Status information Entertainment Symbol Meaning General information The status field can be found in the upper area of CD/DVD drive. the Control Display. Status information is dis‐ Bluetooth audio. played in the form of symbols. USB device. Status field symbols WLAN.
Page 40 iDrive AT A GLANCE Selecting the display In the case of very high temperatures on the Control Display, for instance due to intense solar The display can be selected in menus which radiation, the brightness may be reduced down support the split screen function. to complete deactivation.
Page 41 iDrive AT A GLANCE Buttons on the Controller Some iDrive functions can be operated using the touchpad on the Controller, refer to page 45. Button Function Operation Press once: calls up the main menu. ▷ Turn to switch between menu items, for ex‐ Press twice: displays all menu items ample.
Page 42 iDrive AT A GLANCE Button Function Press once: opens the previous dis‐ play. Press and hold: open the menus used last. Opens the Options menu. ▷ Press to select a menu item, for example. Operating via the Controller Opening the main menu Press the button.
Page 43 iDrive AT A GLANCE Selecting menu items The current display closes and the previous display is shown. Highlighted menu items can be selected. Turn the Controller until the desired menu ▷ Press the button. item is highlighted. The previous display re-opens. ▷...
Page 44 iDrive AT A GLANCE Using alphabetical lists Selecting menu items For alphabetical lists with more than 30 entries, Tap the desired menu item. the letters for which there is an entry are dis‐ played at the left edge. Turn the Controller to the left or right quickly. All letters for which there are entries are dis‐...
Page 45 iDrive AT A GLANCE Deleting ▷ The system distinguishes between upper and lower-case letters and numbers. To make entries, you may need to change be‐ Symbol Function tween upper and lower-case letters, numbers Tapping the symbol: deletes the let‐ and characters, refer to page 43. ter or number.
Page 46 iDrive AT A GLANCE Programmable memory buttons General information The iDrive functions can be stored on the pro‐ grammable memory buttons and called up di‐ rectly, for instance radio stations, navigation des‐ tinations, phone numbers and menu entries or pages in the Integrated Owner's Manual. Settings are stored for the driver profile currently used.
Page 47: Bmw Gesture Control
Via iDrive: Concept "My Vehicle" "iDrive settings" Several iDrive functions can be operated by hand "Gestures" motion only using BMW Gesture Control. Select the desired setting: ▷ "Display tips": the possible gesture is Overview shown on the Control Display. ▷...
Page 48 BMW Gesture Control AT A GLANCE Possible gestures Gesture Operation Function Move index finger forward and backward in the di‐ Accept call. rection of the screen. Select a highlighted entry in a list during voice activation. Confirm "Resume guidance" pop-up.
Page 49 BMW Gesture Control AT A GLANCE 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. ▷...
Page 50: Voice Activation System
Voice activation system AT A GLANCE Voice activation system Vehicle features and ▷ Always say commands in the language of the voice activation system. options Using the voice activation This chapter describes all standard, country-spe‐ cific and optional features offered with the series. system It also describes features and functions that are not necessarily available in your vehicle, e.g., due...
Page 51 Voice activation system AT A GLANCE Settings Displaying possible commands The following is displayed in the top area of the Control Display: Setting the voice dialog ▷ Some possible commands for the current You can set the system to use standard dialog or menu.
Page 52 Activation in the BMW Connected app A smartphone connected to the vehicle can be used via voice activation. Third-party assistants are set up in the BMW Connected app. Activate voice command response on the smart‐ phone for this purpose. Follow the instructions in the app.
Page 53 Voice activation system AT A GLANCE ▷ Selects appropriate driver profile, refer to page 59. Press the button on the steering wheel. Wait for the signal. Say the specific activation word of the third- party provider and the desired command. Information about the active function is dis‐...
Page 54: General Settings
General settings AT A GLANCE General settings Vehicle features and The setting is stored for the driver profile cur‐ rently used. options Setting the time This chapter describes all standard, country-spe‐ Via iDrive: cific and optional features offered with the series. It also describes features and functions that are "My Vehicle"...
Page 55 Concept displayed. If vehicle tracking has been activated, the current Press the Controller. vehicle position can be displayed in the BMW Make the settings for the month and year. Connected app or in the ConnectedDrive cus‐ tomer portal. Setting the date format...
Page 56 Communication messages, for example e- "My Vehicle" mails, SMS text messages or reminders. "iDrive settings" ▷ Messages from, e.g., the Concierge service "Displays" or the BMW Connected app. "Control display" ▷ Check Control messages. "Brightness at night" ▷ Messages on service notifications.
Page 57 General settings AT A GLANCE Press the button. "Delete this notification" or "Delete all notifications" Adjusting The following settings can be adjusted: ▷ Select the applications, from which mes‐ sages will be permitted. ▷ Sort the messages according to date or prior‐ ity.
Page 58: Personal Settings
Navigation, for instance stored destinations. The vehicle offers different functions, whose use ▷ Phone book. requires a data transfer to BMW or a service pro‐ ▷ Online data, for instance Favorites, cookies. vider. The data transfer can be deactivated for ▷...
Page 59 Personal settings AT A GLANCE "Delete personal data" to apply settings in the vehicle without changing the personal driver profiles. "OK" Exit and lock the vehicle. Functional requirements The deletion process takes 15 minutes to com‐ For the system to be able to identify the driver plete.
Page 60 Personal settings AT A GLANCE Renaming a driver profile ▷ Panorama View. ▷ Head-up Display. A personal name can be assigned to the active driver profile to avoid confusion between the ▷ Driving Dynamics Control. driver profiles. ▷ Seat position, exterior mirror position. Via iDrive: Both the positions saved via the seat memory and the last position set are saved.
Page 61 "USB device" Select the USB storage device, as needed, refer to page 65. ▷ Online Via the BMW ConnectedDrive customer portal. Importing driver profiles The existing settings of the active driver profile are overwritten with the settings of the imported driver profile.
Page 62: Connections
Connections AT A GLANCE Connections Vehicle features and Function Connec‐ tion type options USB storage device: USB. This chapter describes all standard, country-spe‐ Exporting and importing driver cific and optional features offered with the series. profiles. It also describes features and functions that are Update the software.
Page 63 Pairing the mobile device with ▷ Compatible device, refer to page 63, with the vehicle Bluetooth interface. Via iDrive: ▷ The vehicle key or BMW display key is in the vehicle. "My Vehicle" ▷ The device is ready for operation. "iDrive settings" ▷...
Page 64 Connections AT A GLANCE ▷ "Bluetooth® audio" Why does the mobile phone no longer react? ▷ "Apps" ▷ The applications on the mobile phone do not function anymore. ▷ "Apple CarPlay" Switch the mobile phone off and on again. The vehicle's Bluetooth name is displayed on the Control Display.
Page 65 Connections AT A GLANCE ▷ Insert the mobile phone into the wireless teed that every device is operable on the ve‐ charging tray. hicle. ▷ Adjust the volume of the microphone and ▷ Do not expose USB devices to extreme envi‐ loudspeakers separately in the sound set‐...
Page 66 Connections AT A GLANCE Functional requirements All devices connected via the hotspot use this data volume. ▷ Compatible device, refer to page 63, with WLAN interface. Adjusting ▷ WLAN activated on the device. The network name and hotspot code can be ▷...
Page 67 Connections AT A GLANCE ▷ Booking the ConnectedDrive service: Apple ▷ On the iPhone, delete the vehicle concerned CarPlay preparation. from the list of stored vehicles under Blue‐ tooth and under WLAN. Switching on Bluetooth and ▷ Pair the iPhone as a new device. CarPlay If the steps listed have been carried out and the required function is still not available: contact the...
Page 68 The vehicle is kept up- "Mobile devices" to-date via regular vehicle software updates. Select device. Updates and associated, current information is available on the Internet: www.bmw.com/update. "Connect device" Online Edition for Part no. 01405A1F693 - X/20...
Page 69 Connections AT A GLANCE Displaying the version of the Via iDrive: installed software "My Vehicle" The software version installed in the vehicle is "iDrive settings" displayed. "Software update" Via iDrive: "Restore software" "My Vehicle" 5. ▷ "Previous version" "iDrive settings" The previous software version is restored.
Page 70: Owner's Manual Media
Owner's Manual media AT A GLANCE Owner's Manual media Vehicle features and Integrated Owner's Manual options in the vehicle This chapter describes all standard, country-spe‐ Concept cific and optional features offered with the series. The Integrated Owner's Manual specifically de‐ It also describes features and functions that are scribes features and functions found in the vehi‐...
Page 71 Owner's Manual media AT A GLANCE Opening when a Check Control Press the desired programmable message is displayed memory button and hold for more than 2 sec‐ Directly from the Check Control message on the onds. Control Display: "Owner's Manual" Executing Press the corresponding button.
Page 72: Opening And Closing
BMW display key, refer to page 77. Each vehicle key contains a replaceable battery, refer to page 75.
Page 73 Opening and closing CONTROLS Overview ▷ The settings stored in the driver profile, refer to page 59, are applied. ▷ 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 74 Opening and closing CONTROLS The function is not available for the first 10 sec‐ Press the button on the vehicle key. onds after locking. The following functions are executed: ▷ The interior lights are switched on, unless they were manually switched off. For switch‐ ▷...
Page 75 Opening and closing CONTROLS cover with a lever movement of the integrated key, arrow 2. NOTICE Sharp-edged or pointed objects can hit the windows and heat conductors while driving. There is a risk of damage to property. Cover the edges and ensure that pointed objects do not hit the windows.
Page 76 81. ▷ The options provided by the Remote Serv‐ ices of the BMW Connected app include the ability to lock and unlock a vehicle. This requires an active BMW Connected‐ Drive contract and the BMW Connected app must be installed on a smartphone.
Page 77 Unattended children or animals in the vehicle General information can cause the vehicle to move and endanger The BMW display key is supplied with an addi‐ themselves and traffic, for instance due to the tional mechanical key. If the display key is used,...
Page 78 Opening and closing CONTROLS Reception range Swipe to the right or left with a finger to change between the pages. The number of available display key functions If further information is available on a page, tap depends on the distance from the vehicle. the appropriate symbol.
Page 79 Opening and closing CONTROLS Operating concept ▷ Charge the battery for at least three hours before using the display key for the first time The following information shows how to access or if the key has not been used for an ex‐ the information and functions using the main tended period.
Page 80 Make sure that the display is on the side of A Check Control message is displayed. the clamp and that the lock button points up‐ BMW display key detection by the vehicle may ward. malfunction under the following circumstances: Close the center armrest.
Page 81 Opening and closing CONTROLS Integrated key Switching on drive-ready state via emergency detection of the BMW display key 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.
Page 82 Opening and closing CONTROLS Removing Remove the cover. Unlock or lock the door lock using the integrated key. Press the button, arrow 1, and pull out the integrated key, arrow 2. The other doors must be unlocked or locked from the inside. Locking/unlocking via the door lock Alarm system...
Page 83 Opening and closing CONTROLS Locking ▷ Convenient closing. ▷ Open the tailgate. Press the button with the front doors ▷ Open and close the tailgate with no-touch closed. activation. ▷ The fuel filler flap remains unlocked. Functional requirements ▷ The vehicle is not secured against theft when locking.
Page 84 Opening and closing CONTROLS If the exterior mirrors were folded in via the from being unlocked using the lock buttons button in the car's interior, they will not be or the door openers. folded out when unlocking. ▷ With alarm system: The alarm system will be ▷...
Page 85 Opening and closing CONTROLS Safety information carrying. Two sensors detect a forward-directed foot motion in the central rear area and the tail‐ gate is opened and closed. Warning Body parts can be jammed when operating the General information tailgate. There is a risk of injury. Make sure that Touchless opening and closing of the tailgate is the area of movement of the tailgate is clear not possible when equipped with trailer hitch.
Page 86 Opening and closing CONTROLS Malfunction NOTICE Vehicle key recognition by the vehicle may mal‐ Sharp-edged or pointed objects can hit the function under the following circumstances: windows and heat conductors while driving. ▷ The battery of the vehicle key is discharged. There is a risk of damage to property.
Page 87 Opening and closing CONTROLS Safety information Via iDrive: "My Vehicle" Warning "Vehicle settings" Body parts can be jammed when operating the "Doors/Key" tailgate. There is a risk of injury. Make sure that "Tailgate" the area of movement of the tailgate is clear Monitor the tailgate and set the desired during opening and closing.
Page 88 Opening and closing CONTROLS With the vehicle stationary, push the button in An acoustic signal sounds before the tailgate is the storage compartment of the driver's door closed. downwards twice in quick succession. Interruption of the closing procedure The tailgate will be opened to the configured The closing procedure is interrupted in the fol‐...
Page 89 Opening and closing CONTROLS Folding mirrors in automatically These settings are stored for the driver profile currently used. Via iDrive: "My Vehicle" Unlocking and locking "Vehicle settings" Doors "Doors/Key" Via iDrive: "Fold mirrors in when locked" "My Vehicle" Automatic unlocking "Vehicle settings"...
Page 90 Opening and closing CONTROLS The most recent position is independent of the ▷ Improper use of the socket for OBD Onboard positions saved via the seat memory. Diagnosis. ▷ Locking the vehicle while a device is con‐ Tailgate nected to the socket for the OBD Onboard- Diagnosis.
Page 91 Opening and closing CONTROLS Interior motion sensor ▷ Press the button on the vehicle key and hold for at least 3 seconds. The windows and the glass sunroof must be ▷ Briefly press the button on the vehicle key closed for the system to function properly. three times in succession.
Page 92 Opening and closing CONTROLS Power windows The vehicle key must be in the car's interior. Opening General information ▷ Press the switch to the resistance The windows can be opened with the vehicle point. key from the outside as well as closed with Com‐ The window opens while the switch is being fort Access.
Page 93 Opening and closing CONTROLS Closing without the jam protection the windows while driving if the roller sunblinds are closed. system In case of danger from the outside or if ice might Pull out the roller sunblind at the strap and hook prevent normal closing, proceed as follows: it onto the bracket.
Page 94 Opening and closing CONTROLS Functional requirements ▷ Push the switch forward past the resistance point. The glass sunroof and the sun protection can be The glass sunroof closes automatically. If the operated under the following conditions. glass sunroof is already closed or in the tilted ▷...
Page 95 Opening and closing CONTROLS Initializing after a power and glass sunroof while the glass sunroof is clos‐ ing. interruption General information General information If a resistance or blockage is detected while the After a power failure during the opening or clos‐ glass sunroof is closing, the closing operation is ing process, the glass sunroof can only be oper‐...
Page 96: Seats, Mirrors And Steering Wheel
Seats, mirrors and steering wheel CONTROLS Seats, mirrors and steering wheel Vehicle features and Warning options With a backrest inclined too far to the rear, the efficacy of the safety belt can no longer be en‐ This chapter describes all standard, country-spe‐ sured.
Page 97 Seats, mirrors and steering wheel CONTROLS Overview Seat tilt 1 Backrest width Move switch up or down. 2 Forward/backward, height, seat tilt Backrest tilt 3 Backrest tilt, head restraint 4 Lumbar support Forward/backward Move switch forward or backward. Thigh support Push switch forward or backward.
Page 98 Seats, mirrors and steering wheel CONTROLS Rear seats of the spine. The lower back and the spine are supported for upright posture. General information Adjusting The backrest tilt can be adjusted for the rear ▷ Press the front/rear section of seats.
Page 99 Seats, mirrors and steering wheel CONTROLS Safety information Safety belts can be imperceptibly damaged in the event of an accident. There is a risk of inju‐ ries or danger to life. Do not modify safety belts, Warning safety belt buckles, belt tensioners, belt retrac‐ Use of a safety belt to buckle more than one tors or belt anchors and keep them clean.
Page 100 Seats, mirrors and steering wheel CONTROLS Safety mode When the safety belt is fastened, the driver's and passenger's belt straps are automatically tight‐ In critical situations, for instance during an emer‐ ened once after driving away. gency stop, the front safety belts tighten auto‐ matically.
Page 101 Seats, mirrors and steering wheel CONTROLS Adjusting the distance Warning Objects on the head restraint reduce the pro‐ tective effect in the head and neck area. There is a risk of injury. ▷ Do not use seat or head restraint covers. ▷...
Page 102 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 103 Seats, mirrors and steering wheel CONTROLS Safety information Warning Objects reflected in the mirror are closer than they appear. The distance to the traffic behind could be incorrectly estimated, for instance while changing lanes. There is a risk of acci‐ dent.
Page 104 Seats, mirrors and steering wheel CONTROLS Folding in and out Activating slide the switch to the driver's side NOTICE mirror position. Depending on the vehicle width, the vehicle Engage selector lever position R. can be damaged in vehicle washes. There is a When the trailer socket is in use or trailer towing risk of damage to property.
Page 105 Seats, mirrors and steering wheel CONTROLS Overview Move the steering wheel to the preferred height and angle to suit your seat position. Fold the lever back up. Heated steering wheel Overview Functional requirements ▷ Keep the photocells clean. ▷ Do not cover the area between the interior mirror and the windshield.
Page 106 Seats, mirrors and steering wheel CONTROLS Calling up settings The following settings are not stored: ▷ Backrest width. Press the desired button 1 or 2. ▷ Lumbar support. The stored position is called up automatically. The procedure stops when a switch for setting Safety information the seat is pressed or one of the memory but‐...
Page 107 Seats, mirrors and steering wheel CONTROLS Switching on Overview Press the button once for each temper‐ ature level. The maximum temperature is reached when three LEDs are lit. When ECO PRO is activated, refer to page 276, the heating output is reduced. Switching off Active seat ventilation Press and hold the button until the bar...
Page 108 Seats, mirrors and steering wheel CONTROLS been switched on. A new alignment is carried out after the settings have been changed. Depending on the equipment package, the fol‐ lowing functions can be automatically activated: ▷ Seat heating. ▷ Heated steering wheel. ▷...
Page 109: 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 110 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 111 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 112 Transporting children safely CONTROLS Mounts for the lower LATCH anchors General information The lower anchors may be used to attach the CRS to the vehicle seat up to a combined child and CRS weight of 65 lbs/30 kg when the child is restrained by the internal harnesses.
Page 113 Transporting children safely CONTROLS Child restraint systems Routing the retaining strap with tether strap Safety information Warning If the upper retaining strap is incorrectly used for the child restraint system, the protective ef‐ fect is reduced. There is a risk of injury. Make 1 Direction of travel sure that the upper retaining strap does not run over sharp edges and is not twisted as it...
Page 114 Transporting children safely CONTROLS Locking the doors and windows in the rear General information In certain situations it may be advisable to secure the rear doors and windows, for instance when transporting children. Doors Push the locking lever on the rear doors up. The door can now be opened from the outside only.
Page 115: Driving
Driving CONTROLS Driving Vehicle features and Drive-ready state options Safety information This chapter describes all standard, country-spe‐ cific and optional features offered with the series. DANGER It also describes features and functions that are If the exhaust pipe is blocked or ventilation is in‐ not necessarily available in your vehicle, e.g., due sufficient, harmful exhaust gases can enter into to the selected options or country versions.
Page 116 Driving CONTROLS General information starting of the vehicle, particularly repeated starting in rapid succession. After each engine start using the Start/Stop but‐ ton, the Auto Start/Stop function is ready. The function is activated from speeds of approx. Switching on drive-ready state 3 mph/5 km/h.
Page 117 Driving CONTROLS Displays in the instrument cluster ▷ The wheels are at a sharp angle or the steer‐ ing wheel is being turned. General information ▷ Vehicle battery is heavily discharged. The display in the tachometer in‐ ▷ At higher elevations. dicates that the Auto Start/Stop ▷...
Page 118 Driving CONTROLS System limits Deactivate/activate the system manually Even if driving off was not intended, the deacti‐ vated engine starts up automatically in the fol‐ Concept lowing situations: ▷ Excessive warming of the car's interior when The engine is not automatically switched off. the air conditioning is switched on.
Page 119 Driving CONTROLS Switching off the vehicle during Safety information an automatic engine stop Warning General information An unsecured vehicle can begin to move and During an automatic engine stop, the vehicle can possibly roll away. There is a risk of accident. be switched off permanently, for instance when Before exiting, secure the vehicle against roll‐...
Page 120 Driving CONTROLS Overview Steptronic transmission: press the switch while the brake is pressed or selector lever position P is set. The LED and indicator light go out. The parking brake is released. Automatic release The parking brake is released automatically when you drive away.
Page 121 Driving CONTROLS Overview In order to ensure that the vehicle is secured against rolling away, follow the following: ▷ Set the parking brake. ▷ On uphill grades or on a downhill slope, turn the front wheels in the direction of the curb.
Page 122 Driving CONTROLS Activating the parking brake This process may take a few seconds. Some mechanical sounds associated with this process automatically are normal. The parking brake is automatically set if drive- ready state is switched off while the vehicle is The indicator light is no longer illumi‐...
Page 123 Driving CONTROLS "One-touch turn signal" sure that the vehicle is switched off when the wipers are in the folded away state and the wip‐ Select the desired setting. ers are folded in when switching on. The setting is stored for the driver profile cur‐ rently used.
Page 124 Driving CONTROLS Press the lever down. In frosty conditions, wiper operation may not start. ▷ Switching off: press the lever down until it reaches its standard position. Deactivating ▷ Brief wipe: press the lever down from the standard position. Press the lever back into the standard position. The lever automatically returns to its initial Adjusting the rain sensor sensitivity position when released.
Page 125 Driving CONTROLS Cleaning the windshield ▷ In resting position: turn the switch downward, arrow 3. The switch automatically returns to its idle position when released. ▷ In intermittent mode: turn the switch further, arrow 2. The switch automatically returns to its interval position when released.
Page 126 U.S. EPA and many individual states; do not exceed the allowable washer fluid dilution ratio limits that apply. Follow the usage instructions on the washer fluid container. Use of BMW’s Windshield Washer Concentrate or the equivalent is recommended. Warning Folding down the wipers Washer fluid can ignite and catch fire on con‐...
Page 127 Driving CONTROLS Safety information NOTICE Mixing different windshield washer concen‐ Warning trates or antifreeze can damage the washing An unsecured vehicle can begin to move and system. There is a risk of damage to property. possibly roll away. There is a risk of accident. Do not mix different windshield washer concen‐...
Page 128 Driving CONTROLS ▷ After the drive-ready state is switched off and Press and hold the button to release the se‐ selector lever position R, D or M/S is en‐ lector lever lock. gaged. ▷ If the driver's safety belt is unbuckled, the driver's door is opened, and the brake pedal is not pressed while the vehicle is stationary and selector lever position D, M/S or R is en‐...
Page 129 Driving CONTROLS Engaging selector lever position N Activating the Sport program Switch on drive-ready state while pressing on the brake pedal. If necessary, release the parking brake. If necessary, switch off Automatic Hold, refer to page 120. Depress the brake pedal. Touch the selector lever lock and engage se‐...
Page 130 Driving CONTROLS The engaged gear is displayed in the instrument After conservative driving in manual mode with‐ cluster, for instance M1. out acceleration or shifting via the shift paddles for a certain amount of time, the transmission Shifting switches back to automatic mode. It is possible to switch into automatic mode: ▷...
Page 131 Driving CONTROLS The selected gear is briefly displayed in the in‐ A Check Control message is displayed. strument cluster, followed by the current gear. Displays in the instrument cluster The selector lever position is dis‐ played, for example P. Release Start/Stop button and selector lever. Release brake, as soon as the starter stops.
Page 132 Driving CONTROLS TRACTION is displayed in the instrument vehicle can be adjusted depending on the situa‐ cluster and the indicator light for DSC OFF tion using various driving modes. lights up. General information Engage selector lever position S. The following systems are affected, for instance: With the left foot, forcefully press down on the brake.
Page 133 Driving CONTROLS Driving modes Configuration Via iDrive: Button Driving Configuration "My Vehicle" mode "Vehicle settings" SPORT INDIVIDUAL If necessary, "Driving Experience Control" SPORT "Configure SPORT INDIVIDUAL" PLUS Select the desired setting. COMFORT The setting is stored for the driver profile cur‐ ECO PRO INDIVIDUAL rently used.
Page 134 Driving CONTROLS Configuration Via iDrive: "My Vehicle" "Vehicle settings" If necessary, "Driving Experience Control" "Configure ECO PRO INDIVIDUAL" Select the desired setting. The setting is stored for the driver profile cur‐ rently used. Reset ECO PRO INDIVIDUAL to the standard settings: "Reset to ECO PRO STANDARD".
Page 135: Displays
Displays CONTROLS Displays Vehicle features and Service notifications 141 options 4 Instrument cluster with enhanced features: tachometer 140 5 Engine temperature 140 This chapter describes all standard, country-spe‐ cific and optional features offered with the series. 6 Navigation display It also describes features and functions that are Transmission display not necessarily available in your vehicle, e.g., due Status, Driving Dynamics...
Page 136 Displays CONTROLS General information ▷ "REDUCED" all displays on the instru‐ ment cluster are reduced to the essential. A Check Control message is displayed as a com‐ ▷ "INDIVIDUAL": all displays on the instru‐ bination of indicator or warning lights and text ment cluster are active.
Page 137 Displays CONTROLS Have the vehicle checked immediately by a deal‐ DSC Dynamic Stability Control is er's service center or another qualified service deactivated or DTC Dynamic Traction center or repair shop. Control is activated DSC is deactivated or DTC is activated. Parking brake DSC, refer to page 187, and DTC, refer to page 189.
Page 138 Displays CONTROLS Steering system Parking light/low beams, automatic headlight control, refer to page 151. Steering system may not be working. Have the system checked by a dealer's Lane departure warning service center or another qualified serv‐ ice center or repair shop. The indicator light lights up: the system is activated.
Page 139 Displays CONTROLS Hiding Check Control messages Display Check Control At least one Check Control message is displayed or stored. 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‐ Press the button on the turn signal lever.
Page 140 Displays CONTROLS Engine temperature General information Vehicle tilt position may cause the display to vary. Display Information on refueling, refer to page 282. ▷ Cold engine: the pointer is at the low temperature end. Instrument cluster without Drive at moderate engine and enhanced features: display vehicle speeds.
Page 141 General information Some information on service notifications can The estimated range available with the remaining also be shown on the BMW display key. fuel is permanently displayed in the instrument cluster. Display With a low remaining range, a Check Control message is briefly displayed.
Page 142 Displays CONTROLS Gear shift indicator Symbols Sym‐ Description Concept bols The system recommends the most efficient gear No service is currently required. for the current driving situation. General information The time for recommended mainte‐ Depending on the vehicle equipment and coun‐ nance or a legally mandated inspec‐...
Page 143 Displays CONTROLS Display via operating mode of the nored depending on the situation in the instru‐ ment cluster and the Head-up Display. instrument cluster With the navigation system, the system takes The Speed Limit Info displays are shown or hid‐ into account the information stored in the naviga‐...
Page 144 Displays CONTROLS Selection lists System limits The system may not be fully functional and may provide incorrect information in the following sit‐ General information uations: Depending on your vehicle's equipment, the fol‐ ▷ In heavy fog, wet conditions, or snowfall. lowing can be displayed or operated using the ▷...
Page 145 Displays CONTROLS Display ▷ Miles and trip miles. ▷ Navigation data. When destination guidance is activated in the navigation system. ▷ Consumption display. ▷ Average consumption and average speed. ▷ Average consumption since delivery from the factory. ▷ Compass display for the driving direction. Depending on the equipment version, the list in Adjusting information for the instrument cluster may differ from the illus‐...
Page 146 Displays CONTROLS Display The current consumption displays the current consumption of fuel. Check whether you are cur‐ rently driving in an efficient and environmentally- friendly manner. General information Energy recovery and current consumption can be displayed as bar displays in the Onboard Computer.
Page 147 Displays CONTROLS Resetting average values ▷ "Trip computer": the values deliver an over‐ view of a specific route and can be reset as often as necessary. Calling up the Onboard Computer or trip computer Via iDrive: "My Vehicle" "Driving information" "Onboard info"...
Page 148 Displays CONTROLS Displays Setting your current speed as the speed warning Via iDrive: Via iDrive: "My Vehicle" "My Vehicle" "Technology in action" "Vehicle settings" "Sport displays" "Speed warning" "Select current speed" Speed warning Vehicle status Concept The system can be used to set a speed limit. A General information warning will be issued when this speed limit is exceeded.
Page 149 Displays CONTROLS Head-up Display ▷ Driver assistance systems. Some of this information is only displayed briefly as needed. Concept This system projects important information into Selecting the view the driver's field of vision, for instance the speed. Various views are available for the Head-up Dis‐ The driver can get information without averting play.
Page 150 Displays CONTROLS The basic setting can be adjusted manually. Turn the Controller until the desired setting is selected. Via iDrive: Press the Controller. "My Vehicle" "iDrive settings" Visibility of the display "Displays" The visibility of the displays in the Head-up Dis‐ "Head-Up Display"...
Page 151: Lights
Lights CONTROLS Lights Vehicle features and Symbol Function options Automatic headlight control. Adaptive light functions. This chapter describes all standard, country-spe‐ Low beams. 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 Instrument lighting.
Page 152 Lights CONTROLS Roadside parking lights LED light carpet When the vehicle is parked, a one-sided roadside parking light can be switched on. Button Function Right roadside parking light on/off. Left roadside parking light on/off. The light source is located in the position indi‐ Welcome lights and cated.
Page 153 Lights CONTROLS General information "Exterior lighting" "Daytime running lamps" A blue sky with the sun low on the horizon can cause the lights to be switched on. The setting is stored for the driver profile cur‐ rently used. Activating Position of switch: Adaptive light functions The indicator light in the instrument cluster is il‐...
Page 154 Lights CONTROLS Activating/deactivating When driving in reverse, the cornering lights may be automatically switched on regardless of the steering angle. Adaptive headlight range control The adaptive headlight range control feature bal‐ ances out acceleration and braking processes as well as the vehicle load conditions in order to Position of switch: avoid dazzling oncoming traffic.
Page 155 Lights CONTROLS Fog lights tivity has been modified, make sure that on‐ coming traffic is not momentarily blinded. Switch off the high beams manually if required. Front fog lights Adjusting the sensitivity Concept Pull the turn signal lever for approxi‐ The front fog lights work alongside the low mately 10 seconds.
Page 156 Lights CONTROLS Interior lights Depending on the vehicle equipment, the read‐ ing lights are located next to the interior lights in the front and rear. General information Ambient light Depending on the equipment version, interior lights, footwell lights, entry lights, ambient light‐ General information ing, and speaker lighting are automatically con‐...
Page 157 Lights CONTROLS Setting the brightness Via iDrive: "My Vehicle" "Vehicle settings" "Lighting" "Interior lighting" "Brightness" Select the desired setting. Dimmed while driving Via iDrive: "My Vehicle" "Vehicle settings" "Lighting" "Interior lighting" "Dimmed for night driving" Some lights of the interior lighting are dimmed when the vehicle is driven in the dark.
Page 158: 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 159 Adjust seat and steering wheel so that hands Vehicle modifications for a person with disabili‐ can be crossed over the steering wheel. Se‐ ties may affect the air bag system; contact BMW lect the settings so that the shoulder rests Customer Relations for further information.
Page 160 Safety CONTROLS Automatic deactivation of the Warnings and information on the airbags are also found on the sun visors. front-seat passenger airbags Functional readiness of the Concept airbag system The system reads if the front passenger seat is occupied by measuring the human body's resist‐ Safety information ance.
Page 161 Safety CONTROLS ▷ Do not attach covers, cushions, ball mats or restraint system has been detected and the other items to the front passenger seat un‐ front-seat passenger airbags are not activated. less they are specifically determined to be Strength of the driver's and safe for use on the front passenger seat.
Page 162: Fer To
Safety CONTROLS Intelligent Safety Warning Due to system limits, individual functions can Concept malfunction during tow-starting/towing with the Intelligent Safety enables central operation of the Intelligent Safety systems activated. There is a driver assistance systems. risk of accident. Switch all Intelligent Safety systems off prior to tow-starting/towing.
Page 163 Safety CONTROLS If all Intelligent Safety systems were switched off, sued at intersections and junctions if a risk of col‐ all systems are now switched on. lision with crossing traffic is detected. "Configure INDIVIDUAL": depending on the The approach control warning is available even if equipment version, the Intelligent Safety sys‐...
Page 164 Safety CONTROLS Camera Warning Indicators and warnings cannot serve as a sub‐ stitute for the driver’s personal judgment. Due to its limits, the system may not issue warnings or reactions, or these may be issued late or in a manner that is not consistent with their normal use.
Page 165 Safety CONTROLS Warning with braking function "Configure INDIVIDUAL": depending on the equipment version, the Intelligent Safety sys‐ tems can be individually configured. The individ‐ Display ual settings are activated and stored for the A warning symbol appears in the instrument driver profile currently used.
Page 166 Safety CONTROLS Brake intervention, City braking The driver may interrupt the braking intervention function by stepping on the accelerator pedal or function by actively moving the steering wheel. The warning prompts the driver to intervene. Intersection collision warning: brake intervention While a warning is active, the maximum braking is not performed in the event of cross traffic.
Page 167 Safety CONTROLS ▷ Vehicles that suddenly swerve in front of you, cess of premature or unjustified warnings and re‐ or sharply decelerating vehicles. actions. ▷ Vehicles with an unusual rear appearance. Evasion Assistant ▷ Two-wheeled vehicles ahead of you. ▷ Intersection collision warning: crossing vehi‐...
Page 168 Safety CONTROLS Overview Camera Radar sensors The radar sensors are located in the bumpers. The camera is installed near the interior mirror. Keep the windshield in front of the interior mirror clean and clear. Front center bumper. Detection range Front side bumper. Objects that the system can detect are taken into account.
Page 169 Safety CONTROLS Warning with evasion support Thus, a system reaction might not come or might come late. Display in the instrument cluster The following situations may not be detected, for example: A warning symbol appears in the instrument cluster and in the Head-up Display if a collision ▷...
Page 170 Safety CONTROLS Person warning with City Warning braking function Due to system limits, individual functions can malfunction during tow-starting/towing with the Concept Intelligent Safety systems activated. There is a risk of accident. Switch all Intelligent Safety The system may prevent some accidents with systems off prior to tow-starting/towing.
Page 171 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 172 Safety CONTROLS Brake intervention ▷ Pedestrians that are not detected as such be‐ cause of the viewing angle or contour. The warning prompts the driver to intervene. ▷ Pedestrians outside of the detection range. While a warning is active, the maximum braking force is used when the brake is applied.
Page 173 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 time of the warning may vary depending on the current driving situation. The system does not provide a warning if the turn signal is set before leaving the lane.
Page 174 Safety CONTROLS "Configure INDIVIDUAL": depending on the ▷ "Always": the system issues a warning equipment version, the Intelligent Safety sys‐ whenever a hazardous situation is de‐ tems can be individually configured. The individ‐ tected. ual settings are activated and stored for the ▷...
Page 175 Safety CONTROLS Display in the instrument cluster with trailer or bicycle rack, no steering interven‐ tion takes place. The symbol illuminates green: at least one lane marking was detected and End of warning warnings can be issued. For instance, the warning will be canceled in the following situations: Warning function ▷...
Page 176 Safety CONTROLS ▷ If there are constant blinding effects because The system indicates whether there are vehicles of oncoming light, for instance from the sun in the blind spot, arrow 1, or approaching from low in the sky. behind in the adjacent lane, arrow 2. ▷...
Page 177 Safety CONTROLS Overview If all Intelligent Safety systems were switched off, all systems are now switched on. Button in the vehicle "Configure INDIVIDUAL": depending on the equipment version, the Intelligent Safety sys‐ tems can be individually configured. The individ‐ ual settings are activated and stored for the driver profile currently used.
Page 178 Safety CONTROLS Prewarning "Off": with this setting, no warning is output. The setting is stored for the driver profile cur‐ The dimmed light in the exterior mirror indicates rently used. when there are vehicles in the blind spot or ap‐ proaching from behind.
Page 179 Safety CONTROLS Upper speed limit ▷ If the field of view of the camera or the wind‐ shield is dirty or covered in the area of the in‐ If the vehicle speed exceeds approx. terior mirror. 155 mph/250 km/h, the system is deactivated ▷...
Page 180 Safety CONTROLS Overview approx. 45 mph/70 km/h to ap‐ prox. 130 mph/210 km/h. Button in the vehicle The front camera determines the lane marking positions. If, for instance, another vehicle is detected next to the vehicle and if there is a risk of collision with this vehicle, the system helps avoid the collision.
Page 181 Safety CONTROLS Camera "INDIVIDUAL": the Intelligent Safety systems are switched on according to the individual settings. Some Intelligent Safety systems cannot be indi‐ vidually switched off. Press and hold this button. All Intelligent Safety systems are switched off. Button Status The camera is installed near the interior mirror.
Page 182 Safety CONTROLS System limits ▷ If the camera has overheated and been tem‐ porarily switched off due to excessively high temperatures. Safety information ▷ Up to 10 seconds after the start of the engine via the Start/Stop button. Warning ▷ During calibration of the camera immediately The system is designed to operate in certain after vehicle delivery.
Page 183 Safety CONTROLS Switching on/off ▷ Active Protection: when a collision seems to be unavoidable, PreCrash functions are trig‐ The system is automatically active when the ve‐ gered. hicle is turned on. The system is deactivated in the following situa‐ Safety information tions: ▷...
Page 184 Safety CONTROLS General information Safety information Warning The system cannot serve as a substitute for the driver’s personal judgment. Due to the system limits, critical situation could not be detected reliably or in time. There is a risk of accident. Adjust driving style to traffic conditions.
Page 185 Safety CONTROLS vention by the driver in certain situations. This in time. There is a risk of accident. Make sure can reduce the risk of a further collision and the that the driver is rested and alert. Adjust driving consequences thereof. style to traffic conditions.
Page 186 Safety CONTROLS Display If the driver becomes less alert or fatigued, a message is displayed in the Control Display with the recommendation to take a break. During the display, various settings can be se‐ lected. After a break, another recommendation to take a break cannot be displayed until after approxi‐...
Page 187: 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 188 Driving stability control systems CONTROLS Safety information Deactivating/activating DSC General information Warning When DSC is deactivated, driving stability is re‐ The system cannot serve as a substitute for the duced during acceleration and when driving in driver’s personal judgment in assessing the curves.
Page 189 Driving stability control systems CONTROLS DTC Dynamic Traction Activating/deactivating DTC Control Activating DTC Press the button. Concept TRACTION is displayed in the instru‐ DTC is a version of the DSC Dynamic Stability ment cluster and the indicator light for DSC OFF Control where drive power is optimized.
Page 190 Driving stability control systems CONTROLS driving forces to the front and rear axles as de‐ When the system is active, the vehicle moves at manded by the driving situation and road surface. the speed set by the driver, without the driver having to depress the brake pedal.
Page 191 Driving stability control systems CONTROLS Display in the instrument cluster Using the brake pedal While HDC is controlling the speed, the set de‐ A symbol and the selected de‐ sired speed can be reduced by depressing the sired speed are displayed. brake pedal.
Page 192: Driver Assistance Systems
Driver assistance systems CONTROLS Driver assistance systems Vehicle features and driving style to traffic conditions. Watch traffic closely and actively intervene where appropri‐ options ate. This chapter describes all standard, country-spe‐ cific and optional features offered with the series. Warning It also describes features and functions that are The use of the system can lead to an increased not necessarily available in your vehicle, e.g., due...
Page 193 Driver assistance systems CONTROLS Setting the speed Button Function Store speed, refer to page 193. Maintaining and storing the speed Rocker switch: Set speed, refer to page 193. Switching cruise control on/off Switching on Press the button on the steering wheel. Press the rocker switch up or down once while The indicator lights in the instrument cluster light the system is interrupted.
Page 194 Driver assistance systems CONTROLS ▷ Each time the rocker switch is pressed to the ▷ Orange/white marking: system is interrupted, resistance point, the desired speed increases the marking indicates the stored speed. or decreases by 1 mph/1 km/h. ▷ No marking: system is switched off. ▷...
Page 195 Driver assistance systems CONTROLS The system maintains the desired speed on In order to ensure that the vehicle is secured clear roads. The vehicle accelerates or brakes against rolling away, follow the following: automatically. ▷ Set the parking brake. If a vehicle is driving ahead of you, the system ▷...
Page 196 Driver assistance systems CONTROLS Camera Button Function Pause cruise control, refer to page 197. Continue cruise control with the last setting, refer to page 198. Without steering and traffic jam assis‐ tant: Increase the distance, refer to page 198. The camera is installed near the interior mirror. Without steering and traffic jam assis‐...
Page 197 Driver assistance systems CONTROLS Switching off Setting the speed To switch off the system while standing, step on Maintaining and storing the speed brake pedal at the same time. Press the button on the steering wheel. The displays go out. The stored desired speed is deleted.
Page 198 Driver assistance systems CONTROLS With steering and traffic jam ▷ Each time the rocker switch is pressed to the resistance point, the desired speed increases assistant: adjusting distance or decreases by 1 mph/1 km/h. Press the button repeatedly until the ▷...
Page 199 Driver assistance systems CONTROLS Press and hold this button. Symbol Description Distance 1 Press and hold this button. With steering and traffic jam assistant: press and hold this button. In order to switch back to Cruise control with dis‐ Distance 2 tance control, press the button again.
Page 200 Driver assistance systems CONTROLS When the distance to the detected vehicle in‐ ▷ Display in the Head-up Display selected, refer creases, the vehicle symbol in the distance dis‐ to page 149. play will move away. ▷ Distance too short. If necessary, independent drive-off, such as by ▷...
Page 201 Driver assistance systems CONTROLS Merging vehicles When you approach a curve the system may briefly report vehicles in the next lane due to the A vehicle driving in front of you is not detected bend of the curve. If the system decelerates you until it is completely within the same lane as your may compensate it by briefly accelerating.
Page 202 Driver assistance systems CONTROLS Engine power General information The desired speed is also maintained downhill. The system determines the position of the lane The speed may not be maintained on uphill markings and the vehicle driving ahead using five grades if the engine power is insufficient. radar sensors and a camera.
Page 203 Driver assistance systems CONTROLS Camera Front center bumper. The camera is installed near the interior mirror. Keep the windshield in front of the interior mirror clean and clear. Functional requirements ▷ Speed below 130 mph/210 km/h. ▷ Sufficient lane width. ▷...
Page 204 Driver assistance systems CONTROLS Displays in the instrument Steering wheel symbol lights up green. cluster The system is active. With the system switched on, the person warn‐ Symbol Description ing with City braking function and the side colli‐ Gray steering wheel symbol: sion mitigation are active.
Page 205 Driver assistance systems CONTROLS Hands on the steering wheel Symbol Description The sensors cannot detect hand-steering wheel Yellow steering wheel symbol: contact in the following situations: The hands are not grasping the ▷ Driving with gloves. steering wheel. The system is ▷...
Page 206 Driver assistance systems CONTROLS Overview With Parking Assistant: obstacles on the side of the vehicle that are detected by the sensors of the parking assistant, may also be reported by Button in the vehicle the side parking aid, refer to page 208, function. General information The ultrasound sensors for distance measure‐...
Page 207 Driver assistance systems CONTROLS Via iDrive: When the distance to a detected object is less than approx. 8 in/20 cm, a continuous tone is "My Vehicle" sounded. "Vehicle settings" When there are objects in front of and behind the "Parking" vehicle at the same time, with a distance smaller than approx.
Page 208 Driver assistance systems CONTROLS Safety information The range of the sensors is represented in the colors green, yellow and red. Pathway lines are faded in for better estimation Warning of the required space. The system cannot serve as a substitute for the When the image of the rearview camera is dis‐...
Page 209 Driver assistance systems CONTROLS General information System limits The system uses the ultrasound sensors of PDC Safety information and parking assistant. Display Warning The system is designed to operate in certain conditions and circumstances. Due to condi‐ tions or other factors, the system may not re‐ spond.
Page 210 Driver assistance systems CONTROLS ▷ With thin or wedge-shaped objects. ▷ Due to other ultrasound sources, for instance sweeping machines, high pressure steam ▷ With moving objects. cleaners or neon lights. ▷ With elevated, protruding objects such as To prevent false alarms, switch off automatic ledges.
Page 211 Driver assistance systems CONTROLS Overview Switch the system back on, if needed. Depending on the vehicle Depending on the vehicle equipment: switching on/off equipment: button in the vehicle manually Press the park assistance button. ▷ On: the LED lights up. ▷...
Page 212 Driver assistance systems CONTROLS A zoomed image of the trailer hitch is dis‐ Parking using pathway and turning radius played, refer to page 212. lines More than one assistance function can be active Position the vehicle so that the red turning ra‐ at the same time.
Page 213 Driver assistance systems CONTROLS With Parking Assistant A docking line dependent on the steering angle helps with aiming for the trailer with the trailer Plus: Surround View hitch. When zooming in, remember that the view may Concept no longer show certain obstacles. The system provides assistance in parking and maneuvering.
Page 214 Driver assistance systems CONTROLS 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. Watch traffic and vehicle surroundings closely and ac‐ tively intervene where appropriate.
Page 215 Driver assistance systems CONTROLS Automatic deactivation during Selection window forward travel The individual camera perspectives can be se‐ lected in the selection window via iDrive. The system switches off when a certain driving distance or speed is exceeded. Side view Switch the system back on, if needed.
Page 216 BMW Gesture Control, refer to page 47. Only one turning radius line is displayed after the To leave the circle, move the Controller sideways steering wheel is turned past a certain angle.
Page 217 Driver assistance systems CONTROLS Car wash view Display To protect the sides of the vehicle, obstacle The car wash view assists when entering a car markings are displayed on the sides of the vehi‐ wash by displaying the floor and the vehicle's cle.
Page 218 Driver assistance systems CONTROLS General information Road users concealed by obstacles to the left and right of the vehicle can only be detected rel‐ atively late from the driver's seat. The cameras in the front and rear capture the sideways traffic area to improve the view.
Page 219 Driver assistance systems CONTROLS Setting brightness and contrast Storing activation points Drive to the position at which the system is to Brightness and contrast can be adjusted with be switched on, and stop. Surround View or Panorama View switched on. Via iDrive: Press the button.
Page 220 For reasons of data protection, the function can only be used three times within two hours. Concept The BMW Connected app and the pictures of With Parking Assistant: the Surround View cameras in combination with Parking Assistant the corresponding equipment enable the display of the vehicle’s surroundings on a mobile device.
Page 221 Driver assistance systems CONTROLS ▷ Switching on and activating. NOTICE ▷ Parking space search. The parking assistant can steer the vehicle over ▷ Parking. or onto curbs. There is a risk of damage to System status and instructions on required ac‐ property.
Page 222 Driver assistance systems CONTROLS Functional requirements Switching on and activating Ultrasound sensors Switching on with the button ▷ Do not cover sensors, for instance with stick‐ Press the park assistance button. ers. The LED lights up. ▷ Keep the sensors clean and unobstructed. The current status of the parking space search is indicated on the Control Display.
Page 223 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 the parking assistant is active, suitable parking spaces are high‐ Parking lighted in color and a signal sounds.
Page 224 Driver assistance systems CONTROLS Interrupting automatically Press the park assistance button. The system is interrupted automatically in the following situations: System limits ▷ When the driver grasps the steering wheel or takes over steering. Safety information ▷ Possibly on snow-covered or slippery road surfaces.
Page 225 Driver assistance systems CONTROLS Limits of ultrasonic measurement ▷ Parking spaces that are not suitable may be detected or suitable parking spaces may not The detection of objects with ultrasonic meas‐ be detected at all. urements can run into physical limits, e.g., in the following situations: Malfunction ▷...
Page 226 Driver assistance systems CONTROLS Safety information Warning 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. Adjust driving style to traffic conditions. Watch traffic closely and actively intervene where ap‐ propriate.
Page 227 Driver assistance systems CONTROLS Display in the camera view ▷ With the steering and traffic jam assistant ac‐ tive: when a certain driving distance is ex‐ ceeded. ▷ With an active parking operation of the park‐ ing assistant. Warning General information The respective display is called up on the Con‐...
Page 228: Driving Comfort
Driving comfort CONTROLS Driving comfort Vehicle features and Adaptive M chassis options Concept This chapter describes all standard, country-spe‐ The Adaptive M chassis is a controllable sport cific and optional features offered with the series. chassis. This system reduces undesirable vehi‐ It also describes features and functions that are cle motion when using a sporty driving style or not necessarily available in your vehicle, e.g., due...
Page 229: 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 230 Climate control CONTROLS Air conditioning Button Function Rear window defroster, refer to Concept page 232. The air in the car's interior will be cooled and de‐ Seat heating, refer to page 106. humidified and, depending on the temperature setting, warmed again. The car's interior can only be cooled with the Switching on/off drive-ready state switched on.
Page 231 Climate control CONTROLS Operation shield, side windows, upper body, and into the floor area. Press the left or right side of the button: to decrease or increase air flow. The air conditioning, refer to page 230, is switched on automatically with the AUTO pro‐ The intensity is indicated by LEDs.
Page 232 Climate control CONTROLS ▷ Switch on the air conditioning if needed. Button Function Maximum cooling, refer to Rear window defroster page 233. Press the button. The LED lights up. AUTO program, refer to page 233. The function is available with the engine running. Recirculated-air mode, refer to The rear window defroster switches off automat‐...
Page 233 Climate control CONTROLS Switching on/off Switching on/off Press the button. Switching on The LED is illuminated with air condi‐ Press any button except for the following: tioning switched on. ▷ Rear window defroster. Depending on the weather, the windshield and ▷...
Page 234 Climate control CONTROLS General information in the car's interior and the desired temperature setting including the selected intensity of the air If the system is activated, a sensor detects pollu‐ flow. tants in the outside air and controls the shut-off automatically.
Page 235 Climate control CONTROLS amount of time, depending on the environmental ▷ Upper body region. conditions. The selected air distribution is shown on the dis‐ If there is window condensation, switch off recir‐ play of the automatic climate control. culated-air mode or defog the windows, refer to If there is window condensation, defog the win‐...
Page 236 Climate control CONTROLS Rear window defroster Front ventilation Press the button. The LED lights up. Overview The function is available with the engine running. The rear window defroster switches off automat‐ ically after a certain period of time. Microfilter/activated-charcoal filter The microfilter removes dust and pollen from the incoming air.
Page 237 Climate control CONTROLS Ventilation in rear, center Button Function Switches off the system, refer to page 237. Seat heating, refer to page 106. Climate control functions in detail Switching on/off ▷ Lever for changing the air flow direction, ar‐ row 1. Via iDrive ▷...
Page 238 Climate control CONTROLS The selected temperature is shown on the dis‐ pending on set temperature and ambient tem‐ play of the automatic climate control. perature, the car's interior is ventilated or possi‐ bly heated using the residual engine heat. Do not rapidly switch between different tempera‐ ture settings.
Page 239 Switching on Switch on the display of the BMW display Setting the departure time key. "Preconditioning setting" Via iDrive...
Page 240 "For departure time" replace it with a new fragrance cartridge. Activate the desired departure time. Safety information Via BMW display key Switch on the display of the BMW display Warning key. Refilled genuine BMW fragrance cartridges can "Preconditioning setting" cause the emission of harmful substances, mal‐...
Page 241 Climate control CONTROLS Switching on/off "Fragrance" Select the desired setting. Via iDrive: The setting is stored for the driver profile cur‐ "My Vehicle" rently used. "Vehicle settings" "Climate functions" Switching fragrancing on/off, adjusting intensity If necessary, "Air quality" "Ionization" Via iDrive: The climate control display indicates that ioniza‐...
Page 242 Climate control CONTROLS The cartridge holder slides down. Position fragrance cartridge such that the chip faces away from the cartridge holder. Remove the cover of the fragrance cartridge. Hold the cover on the top to slide it from the Insert the fragrance cartridge without pres‐ fragrance cartridge.
Page 243 Climate control CONTROLS The cartridge holder slides down. Pull desired fragrance cartridge from the holder. Fragrance cartridge, arrow 1: first fragrance indicated on the Control Display. Fragrance cartridge, arrow 2: second fra‐ grance indicated on the Control Display. Pull desired fragrance cartridge from the holder.
Page 244: 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 245 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 246 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 247 Interior equipment CONTROLS 10 seconds until the LED on the interior mirror The ashtray is located in a cup holder. Fold flashes green rapidly. the ashtray cover upward. Sun visor Glare shield Fold the sun visor down or up. Glare shield from the side Folding out Emptying Fold the sun visor down.
Page 248 Interior equipment CONTROLS Sockets NOTICE If metal objects fall into the socket, they can Concept cause a short circuit. There is a risk of damage The lighter socket can be used as a socket for to property. Replace the cigarette lighter or electrical equipment when standby and drive- socket cover again after using the socket.
Page 249 Interior equipment CONTROLS USB port Front center console General information Follow the information regarding the connection of mobile devices to the USB port in the section on USB connections, refer to page 65. In the center armrest Slide the cover forward. A USB port is located in the center armrest.
Page 250 Charging the rechargeable battery of a mo‐ bile phone with Qi capability and of other mo‐ bile devices, which support the Qi standard. ▷ Charging the BMW Display key, refer to page 79. ▷ Connect the mobile phone to the external an‐...
Page 251 Interior equipment CONTROLS Mounting position of the product. 1 LED 2 Storage area Safety information Functional requirements Warning ▷ The mobile phone must compatibly support the required Qi standard. When charging a device that meets the Qi standard in the wireless charging tray, any If the mobile phone does not support the Qi metal objects located between the device and standard, the mobile phone can be charged...
Page 252 Interior equipment CONTROLS Remove the mobile phone. phone may be limited and some functions may no longer work. LED displays LTE-Compensator - Information and User Manual Color Meaning Your car is equipped with a wireless charging Blue The mobile phone is charging. tray (WCA) to charge your mobile phone and Depending on the model and the ve‐...
Page 253 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 254: Storage Compartments
Storage compartments CONTROLS Storage compartments Vehicle features and ▷ Glove compartment on the driver's side, refer to page 255. options ▷ Compartments in the doors, refer to page 255. This chapter describes all standard, country-spe‐ ▷ Storage compartment in the center console, cific and optional features offered with the series.
Page 255 Storage compartments CONTROLS Compartments in the doors The light in the glove compartment switches on. Closing General information Fold cover closed. There are storage compartments in the doors. Locking Safety information The glove compartment can be locked with an integrated key, refer to page 81. This prevents Warning access to the glove compartment.
Page 256 Storage compartments CONTROLS Storage compartment in the cup holder or lead to scalding. There is a risk of injury or risk of damage to property. Do the rear center console not force objects into the cup holder. Use light‐ weight, shatterproof, and sealable containers. The rear center console contains one or two Do not transport hot beverages.
Page 257 Storage compartments CONTROLS Rear Safety information Safety information Warning Clothing articles on the clothes hooks can ob‐ NOTICE struct the view while driving. There is a risk of accident. When suspending clothing articles With an open cup holder, the center armrest from the clothes hooks, ensure that they will cannot be folded back up.
Page 258: 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 259 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 260 Cargo area CONTROLS Folding down To slide the lashing eyes, press the button, ar‐ row 1. Make sure that the lashing eyes latch at Press on the multi-function hook and turn until it the new position. engages. Storage compartments in Retaining function for the cargo floor panel the cargo area...
Page 261 Cargo area CONTROLS Storage compartment on the left Fold down the multi-function hook, refer to page 260. side Lower the cargo floor panel, arrow 1, until it is resting on the multi-function hook, arrow 2. General information A storage compartment is located on the left side in the cargo area.
Page 262 Cargo area CONTROLS Storage compartment below Safety information cargo floor panel Warning General information Danger of jamming with folding down the back‐ There is a storage compartment under the cargo rests. There is a risk of injury or risk of damage floor panel.
Page 263 Cargo area CONTROLS Press the button and pull the center section forward. 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 264 Cargo area CONTROLS Cargo cover Closing Safety information Warning Loose objects or devices with a cable connec‐ tion to the vehicle, for instance mobile phones, can be thrown about the car's interior while driving, for instance in the event of an accident, braking or evasive maneuver.
Page 265 Cargo area CONTROLS Stow the cargo cover on the left and lower it on the right side. Close the cargo floor panel. Installing Slide the cover forward horizontally into the two side brackets. Make sure that the cover audibly engages on both sides. Ski and snowboard bag The ski and snowboard bag is contained in a protective jacket in the cargo area.
Page 266: Driving Tips
Things to remember when driving DRIVING TIPS Things to remember when driving Vehicle features and Engine, transmission, and axle drive options Up to 1,200 miles/2,000 km This chapter describes all standard, country-spe‐ Do not exceed the maximum engine and road cific and optional features offered with the series.
Page 267 Things to remember when driving DRIVING TIPS General driving notes All-wheel drive can help improve forward mo‐ mentum. Closing the tailgate Safety information Safety information NOTICE Objects in unpaved areas, for instance stones Warning or branches, can damage the vehicle. There is An open tailgate protrudes from the vehicle and a risk of damage to property.
Page 268 Things to remember when driving DRIVING TIPS Safety information bustible materials can come in contact with hot vehicle parts in driving operation, idle or during parking. NOTICE When driving too quickly through too deep wa‐ Mobile communication devices ter, water can enter into the engine compart‐ ment, the electrical system or the transmission.
Page 269 Things to remember when driving DRIVING TIPS Brake disc corrosion curely fastened again after they were removed, for instance for cleaning. Corrosion on the brake discs and contamination on the brake pads are increased by the following circumstances: Driving in wet conditions ▷...
Page 270 Things to remember when driving DRIVING TIPS Mounting Higher mechanical and thermal loads during racetrack operation lead to increased wear. This Follow the installation instructions of the roof wear is not covered by the warranty. rack. Be sure that adequate clearance is maintained for tilting and opening the glass sunroof.
Page 271: Trailer Towing
Trailer towing DRIVING TIPS Trailer towing Vehicle features and increases the driving safety of the entire vehicle- trailer combination. options Do not exceed the approved gross vehicle weight of the trailer and the permissible trailer This chapter describes all standard, country-spe‐ load of the vehicle.
Page 272 Trailer towing DRIVING TIPS Keep the activation times of the electronic sys‐ tems/power consumers short when towing a Warning camper to save the vehicle battery power. The tire inflation pressure must be adjusted to the increased axle load in trailer towing. Driving Trailer tail lights with too low tire inflation pressure can damage ▷...
Page 273 Trailer towing DRIVING TIPS Trailer stabilization control malfunction. To prevent malfunctions, activate trailer towing. Concept Activating trailer towing This system supports the driver in stopping the Via iDrive: swinging of a trailer. "My Vehicle" The trailer stabilization control detects swinging "Vehicle settings"...
Page 274 Trailer towing DRIVING TIPS Removing the cover Ensure that the trailer safety chain can move freely and is not dragging on the ground. Brake Controller The vehicle manufacturer recommends that you have a Brake Controller installed by a dealer's service center or another qualified service center or repair shop.
Page 275: 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 276 If necessary, observe the vehicle's gear shift indi‐ Have the vehicle maintained regularly to achieve cator, refer to page 142. optimal vehicle efficiency and service life. BMW recommends that maintenance work be per‐ Use coasting conditions formed by a BMW service center.
Page 277: Opening Via Idrive
Saving fuel DRIVING TIPS Overview ▷ "ECO PRO seat climate control" ▷ "ECO PRO climate control" ▷ "ECO PRO sight" Settings are stored for the driver profile currently used. ECO PRO limit ▷ "ECO PRO speed warning": activate ECO PRO speed. An ECO PRO tip is displayed if the speed of Button the set ECO PRO limit is exceeded.
Page 278 Saving fuel DRIVING TIPS "Reset to ECO PRO STANDARD" ▷ Pointer in the area of arrow 2: display when accelerating. Display in the instrument cluster If the acceleration is inefficient, the area between the average consumption and the current con‐ ECO PRO bonus range sumption is colored red.
Page 279 Saving fuel DRIVING TIPS Via iDrive: A proactive driving style helps the driver to use the function often and supports the efficient ef‐ "My Vehicle" fect of coasting. "Technology in action" Functional requirements "EfficientDynamics" Select the symbol. The function is active if the following conditions are met: Vertical bars show consumption for the selected route.
Page 280 Saving fuel DRIVING TIPS Display on the Control Display For this purpose, the driving style is analyzed. The assessment is done in various categories The coasting mode is displayed in and is displayed on the Control Display. EfficientDynamics while driving. This display will help you adjust your driving style The distance traveled in coasting mode is shown and save some fuel.
Page 281 Saving fuel DRIVING TIPS The road symbolizes the efficiency of the driving style. The more efficient the driving style, the smoother the depicted route becomes, arrow 1. The table of values contains stars. The more effi‐ cient the driving style, the more stars are in‐ cluded in the table, arrow 2, and the faster the bonus range increases.
Page 282: Mobility
Refueling MOBILITY Refueling Vehicle features and Fuel cap options Opening This chapter describes all standard, country-spe‐ To open the fuel filler flap, press on the rear cific and optional features offered with the series. edge, arrow. The fuel filler flap opens. 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 283 Refueling MOBILITY Closing Safety information Warning NOTICE The retaining strap of the fuel cap can be jam‐ Fuels are toxic and aggressive. Overfilling of the med and crushed during closing. The cap can‐ fuel tank can damage the fuel system. Painted not be correctly closed.
Page 284: Fuel
Fuel MOBILITY Fuel 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 not necessarily available in your vehicle, e.g., due...
Page 285 There is a risk of dam‐ age to property. Do not fill with fuel that does not comply with the minimum quality. Recommended fuel grade BMW recommends AKI 91. M Performance model: BMW recommends AKI 93. Refuel with this gasoline to achieve the rated performance and consumption values.
Page 286: 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 288, contains all tire inflation pressure It also describes features and functions that are specifications for the specified tire sizes at the...
Page 287 Wheels and tires MOBILITY Checking using tire inflation After correcting the tire inflation pressure specifications in the tire pressure inflation pressure table With runflat tires: The tire inflation pressure specifications in the Reinitialize the Flat Tire Monitor. tire inflation pressure table only relate to cold With Tire Pressure Monitor TPM: tires or tires at the same temperature as the am‐...
Page 288 Tire inflation pressure values up Tire size Pressure specifications to 100 mph/160 km/h in bar/PSI Rear: 275/40 R 2.5 / 36 X3 xDrive30i, X3 sDrive30i 20 106 V XL M Tire size Pressure specifications Emergency Speed up to a max. of in bar/PSI...
Page 289 21 100 Y XL over 100 mph/160 km/h Rear: 275/35 R 2.9 / 42 21 103 Y XL X3 xDrive30i, X3 sDrive30i Front: 245/45 R 2.6 / 38 Without high-speed tuning feature 20 103 V XL M Online Edition for Part no. 01405A1F693 - X/20...
Page 290 50 mph / 80 km/h With high-speed tuning feature T 135/80 R 18 4.2 / 60 104 M Tire size Pressure specifications in bar/PSI X3 M40i Specifications in Without high-speed tuning feature bar/PSI with cold tires Tire size Pressure specifications in bar/PSI 225/60 R 18 104 2.6 / 38...
Page 291 Wheels and tires MOBILITY Tire size Pressure specifications Tire size Pressure specifications in bar/PSI in bar/PSI Front: 245/40 R 2.6 / 38 Front: 245/40 R 2.8 / 41 21 100 Y XL 21 100 Y XL Rear: 275/35 R 2.9 / 42 Rear: 275/35 R 3.1 / 45 21 103 Y XL...
Page 292 Wheels and tires MOBILITY Speed letter E.g.: Treadwear 200; Traction AA; Temperature Designation Maximum speed DOT Quality Grades up to 100 mph/160 km/h Treadwear up to 106 mph/170 km/h Traction AA A B C up to 112 mph/180 km/h Temperature A B C All passenger vehicle tires must conform to Fed‐...
Page 293 Wheels and tires MOBILITY Minimum tread depth high temperature can cause the material of the tire to degenerate and reduce tire life, and exces‐ sive temperature can lead to sudden tire failure. The grade C corresponds to a level of perform‐ ance which all passenger car tires must meet un‐...
Page 294 Wheels and tires MOBILITY Wheel and tire combination ▷ Tire inflation pressure too low. ▷ Vehicle overloading. General information ▷ Incorrect tire storage. You can ask the dealer's service center or an‐ Safety information other qualified service center or repair shop about the correct wheel/tire combination and wheel rim versions for the vehicle.
Page 295 Wheels and tires MOBILITY Winter tires the original wheel/tire combination remounted on the vehicle as soon as possible. General information Winter tires are recommended for operating on Recommended tire brands winter roads. Although so-called all-season M+S tires provide better winter traction than summer tires, they usually do not provide the same level of perform‐...
Page 296 Wheels and tires MOBILITY Rotating wheels between axles General information The wheels consist of tires that are self-support‐ ing, to a limited degree, and possibly special Warning rims. Rotating tires between the axles on vehicles The support of the sidewall allows the tire to re‐ with different tire sizes or rim sizes on the front main drivable to a restricted degree in the event and rear axles can cause damage to the tires...
Page 297 Wheels and tires MOBILITY Label General information ▷ Follow the instructions on using the Mobility System found on the compressor and sealant container. ▷ Use of the Mobility System may be ineffec‐ tive if the tire puncture measures approx. 1/8 inches/4 mm or more. ▷...
Page 298 Wheels and tires MOBILITY Sealant container ▷ Turn the steering wheel until the front wheels are in the straight-ahead position and engage the steering wheel lock. ▷ Have all vehicle occupants get out of the ve‐ hicle and ensure that they remain outside the immediate area in a safe place, such as be‐...
Page 299 Wheels and tires MOBILITY Pull filling hose completely out of the cover of With the compressor switched off, insert the the sealant container. Do not kink the hose. plug into the power socket inside the vehicle. Slide the sealant container into the holder on With standby state switched on or the engine the compressor housing, ensuring that it en‐...
Page 300 Wheels and tires MOBILITY Removing and stowing the sealant center or another qualified service center or repair shop. container If a tire inflation pressure of at least 2 bar is Unscrew the filling hose of the sealant con‐ reached, see Minimum tire inflation pressure tainer from the tire valve.
Page 301 Wheels and tires MOBILITY Snow chains Insert the connector into the power socket in‐ side the vehicle. Safety information Warning With the mounting of snow chains on unsuita‐ ble tires, the snow chains can come into con‐ tact with vehicle parts. There may be a risk of accident or risk of damage to property.
Page 302 Wheels and tires MOBILITY Safety information Do not initialize the Flat Tire Monitor after mounting snow chains, as doing so may result in incorrect readings. Warning Do not reset the Tire Pressure Monitor TPM af‐ The display of the target pressures is not a ter mounting snow chains, as doing so may re‐...
Page 303 Wheels and tires MOBILITY Tire settings Status display General information Current status The tire sizes of the mounted tires can be gath‐ The system status can be displayed on the Con‐ ered from the tire inflation pressure details on the trol Display, e.g., whether or not the system is ac‐...
Page 304 Wheels and tires MOBILITY Tire conditions The wheels are displayed in gray and the follow‐ ing is displayed "Resetting Tire Pressure Monitor…". General information After a travel time of several minutes, the set tire Tire and system status are indicated by the color inflation pressures are accepted as the target tire of the wheels and a text message on the Control inflation pressures.
Page 305 Wheels and tires MOBILITY Symbol Possible cause Symbol Possible cause Inflation was not carried out accord‐ There is a flat tire or a major loss in ing to specifications, for instance tire inflation pressure. when the tire has not been suffi‐ ciently inflated or in the case of a Measure natural steady tire pressure loss.
Page 306 Wheels and tires MOBILITY Reset the system. Sym‐ Possible cause If there is a significant loss of tire Inflation was not carried out accord‐ inflation pressure ing to specifications, e.g., the tire has not been sufficiently inflated. Message The system has detected a wheel A yellow warning light is illuminated in change, but no reset was done.
Page 307 Wheels and tires MOBILITY TPM may not have been reset. In this case, Continued driving with a flat tire perform the reset. Follow the following when continuing to drive If tire damage cannot be found, contact a with a damaged tire: dealer’s service center or another qualified Avoid sudden braking and steering maneu‐...
Page 308 Wheels and tires MOBILITY System limits ▷ Interference caused by systems or devices with the same radio frequency: after leaving the area of the interference, the system auto‐ Temperature matically becomes active again. The tire inflation pressure depends on the tire's ▷...
Page 309 Wheels and tires MOBILITY function exists. When the malfunction indicator is "Vehicle status" illuminated, the system may not be able to de‐ "Flat Tire Monitor" tect or signal low tire pressure as intended. The status is displayed. TPMS malfunctions may occur for a variety of reasons, including the installation of replacement Initialization required or alternate tires or wheels on the vehicle that...
Page 310 Wheels and tires MOBILITY Safety information If the tire inflation pressure in all four tires is correct, the Flat Tire Monitor may not have been initialized. In this case, initialize the sys‐ Warning tem. A damaged regular tire with low or missing tire If identification of flat tire damage is not pos‐...
Page 311 Wheels and tires MOBILITY Continued driving with a flat tire Do not continue driving. Contact a dealer’s serv‐ ice center or another qualified service center or Follow the following when continuing to drive repair shop. with a damaged tire: Avoid sudden braking and steering maneu‐ System limits vers.
Page 312 Wheels and tires MOBILITY life. If the vehicle is raised, do not lie under the vehicle and do not start the engine. Warning When the vehicle jack is not inserted into the jacking point provided for this purpose, the ve‐ DANGER hicle may be damaged or the vehicle jack may slip when it is being cranked up.
Page 313 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 bolt. If neces‐ sary, turn the adapter until it fits on the lug bolt. Screw on the lug bolt. The tightening torque is 140 Nm.
Page 314 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 315 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 316 Wheels and tires MOBILITY tive tire. The emergency wheel is only intended Remove the cover. for temporary use until the defective tire/wheel has been replaced. General information Mount one emergency wheel only. Also check the tire inflation pressure of the emergency wheel in the cargo area regularly, and correct it as needed.
Page 317: 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 318 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 the hood is clear during opening and closing. Warning Improperly executed work in the engine com‐...
Page 319 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. 01405A1F693 - X/20...
Page 320: Engine Oil
Engine oil MOBILITY Engine oil Vehicle features and NOTICE options Too much engine oil can damage the engine or the catalytic converter. There is a risk of dam‐ This chapter describes all standard, country-spe‐ age to property. Do not add too much engine cific and optional features offered with the series.
Page 321 Engine oil MOBILITY Displaying the engine oil level "Measure engine oil level" "Start measurement" Via iDrive: The engine oil level is checked and displayed via "My Vehicle" a scale. "Vehicle status" "Engine oil level" Adding engine oil The engine oil level is displayed. System limits General information When making frequent short-distance trips or...
Page 322 Add engine oils that meet the following oil rating Open the hood, refer to page 318. standards: Open the lid counterclockwise. Gasoline engine BMW Longlife-01 FE. BMW Longlife-14 FE+. BMW Longlife-17 FE+. Alternative engine oil types If an engine oil suitable for continuous use is not available, up to 1 US quart/liter of an engine oil Add engine oil.
Page 323 Engine oil MOBILITY Engine oil change NOTICE Engine oil that is not changed in timely fashion can cause increased engine wear and thus en‐ gine damage. There is a risk of damage to property. It is recommended that you do not exceed the service intervals indicated in the ve‐...
Page 324: Coolant
Coolant MOBILITY Coolant Vehicle features and or articles of clothing. Use suitable additives only. options This chapter describes all standard, country-spe‐ Coolant level 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 General information to the selected options or country versions.
Page 325 Coolant MOBILITY The coolant level is correct if it lies between the minimum and maximum marks in the filler neck. Close the lid. Adding coolant Let the engine cool. Open the hood, refer to page 318. Turn the lid of the coolant reservoir slightly counterclockwise to allow any excess pres‐...
Page 326: Maintenance
Therefore, hand the service advisor the vehicle served. key with which the vehicle was driven most re‐ cently. BMW maintenance system Storage periods Storage periods during which the vehicle battery The maintenance system provides service notifi‐ was disconnected are not taken into account.
Page 327 Maintenance MOBILITY Position 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 General information There is an OBD socket on the driver's side for...
Page 328: Replacing Components
Replacing components MOBILITY Replacing components Vehicle features and Replace front wiper blades options To change the wiper blades, fold up the wiper arms, refer to page 125. Lift the wiper all the way off of the windshield. This chapter describes all standard, country-spe‐ cific and optional features offered with the series.
Page 329 Replacing components MOBILITY Replacing the rear wiper blade Headlight glass Condensation can form on the inside of the The wiper blade is engaged at the end of the headlight glass in cool or humid weather. When wiper arm. driving with the lights switched on, the conden‐ Lift off the wiper fully and pull off the wiper sation evaporates after a short time.
Page 330 Replacing components MOBILITY Front lights Replacing a bulb In the wheel house, press the two retainer LED headlights tabs and fold down the cover. General information Follow the safety information, refer to page 329. The low-beam headlights, side lights, and day‐ time running lights and the turn signals in the ex‐...
Page 331 Replacing components MOBILITY Replacing a bulb Overview Open the hood, refer to page 318. Unscrew the lid counterclockwise and re‐ move it. 1 Cornering light 2 Daytime running lights/parking lights 3 Low beams/high beams Pull the bulb holder out past the spring resist‐ 4 Turn signal ance point.
Page 332 Replacing components MOBILITY Tail lights Replacing a bulb In the wheel house, press the two retainer General information tabs and fold down the cover. Follow the safety information, refer to page 329. With LED headlights or LED headlights with en‐ hanced features: the rear light features LED technology.
Page 333 Replacing components MOBILITY Removing the exterior tail light Loosen the screw and remove the holder. Open the tailgate. Use the screwdriver from the onboard vehicle tool kit to loosen the clip, arrow 1, and re‐ move the cover, arrow 2. Remove the connector, arrow 1, and loosen the screw, arrow 2.
Page 334 Replacing components MOBILITY Installing the tail light More information about the battery can be re‐ quested from a dealer's service center or another Install the tail light in reverse order of removal qualified service center or repair shop. and attach the connector. Install the holder for the warning triangle and Safety information attach the warning triangle.
Page 335 Replacing components MOBILITY A discharged battery is indicated by a red Maintain the filled battery in an upright position indicator light. for transport and storage. Secure the battery so that it does not tip over during transport. Charge the battery when acceleration is insuffi‐ cient.
Page 336 Information on the fuse types and locations, as well as the positions of any other fuse boxes, is available on the Internet: www.bmw.com/fuse‐ card. Where applicable, information on the fuse types and locations is also found on a separate sheet in the fuse box.
Page 337: Breakdown Assistance
Breakdown assistance MOBILITY Breakdown assistance Vehicle features and Warning triangle options The warning triangle is located behind the left- hand cover in the cargo area. This chapter describes all standard, country-spe‐ cific and optional features offered with the series. Open the cover on the left side trim. 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 338 This data is trans‐ Concept mitted automatically. Contact the BMW Group Roadside Assistance if assistance is needed in the event of a break‐ Teleservice Help down. Depending on the country, the Teleservice Help...
Page 339 In addition, a text mes‐ sage appears on the Control Display. Intelligent emergency call When BMW Accident Assistance is activated, data on the vehicle's condition is sent to BMW. Concept In case of an emergency, an Emergency Re‐ Requirements quest can be triggered automatically by the sys‐...
Page 340 In the case of body contact between the two initiates further steps to help. vehicles, a short circuit can occur during jump- Even if you are unable to respond, the BMW starting. There is a risk of damage to property. Response Center can take further steps to Make sure that no body contact occurs.
Page 341 Breakdown assistance MOBILITY Switch off any electronic systems/power con‐ If the first starting attempt is not successful, sumers in both vehicles. wait a few minutes before making another at‐ tempt in order to allow the discharged battery Starting aid terminals to recharge.
Page 342 Breakdown assistance MOBILITY ▷ Lift the vehicle using suitable means. gross vehicle weight of the towing vehicle is heavier than the vehicle to be towed. ▷ Do not lift or secure the vehicle by its tow fitting, body parts, or suspension parts. NOTICE Pushing the vehicle If the tow bar or tow rope is attached incor‐...
Page 343 Breakdown assistance MOBILITY Tow fitting Screw thread for tow fitting General information Press on the mark on the edge of the cover to push it out. The screw-in tow fitting should always be carried For covers which have an opening instead of a in the vehicle.
Page 344: 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 345 There is a risk of damage to property. Do not General information switch standby state off in vehicle washes. BMW recommends using vehicle care and cleaning products from BMW. Suitable care General information products are available from a dealer’s service center or another qualified service center or re‐...
Page 346 Care MOBILITY Leather care not use abrasive cleaning agents or steam jets above 140 ℉/60 ℃. Follow the manufacturer's Remove dust from the leather regularly, using a instructions. cloth or vacuum cleaner. Aggressive, acidic or alkaline cleaning agents can Otherwise, particles of dust and road grime chafe destroy the protective layer of adjacent compo‐...
Page 347 Care MOBILITY erty, among other potential damage. Clean with If the floor carpets are very dirty, clean with a mi‐ a microfiber cloth. Dampen the cloth lightly with crofiber cloth and water or a textile cleaner. To water, if needed. prevent matting of the carpet, rub back and forth in the direction of travel only.
Page 348 Care MOBILITY service center or another qualified service center or repair shop. Online Edition for Part no. 01405A1F693 - X/20...
Page 349 Care MOBILITY Online Edition for Part no. 01405A1F693 - X/20...
Page 350: Reference
The specified heights do not take into account attached parts, for instance a roof antenna, roof BMW X3 Width with mirrors in/mm 84.2/2,138 Width without mirrors in/mm 74.7/1,897...
Page 351 5,335/2,420 Load lbs/kg 1,032/468 Approved front axle load lbs/kg 2,557/1,160 Approved rear axle load lbs/kg 3,064/1,390 X3 M40i powered by BMW M Approved gross vehicle weight lbs/kg 5,412/2,455 Load lbs/kg 972/441 Approved front axle load lbs/kg 2,624/1,190 Approved rear axle load...
Page 352 Approved gross vehicle weight, towing vehicle lbs/kg 5,335/2,420 X3 M40i powered by BMW M Details about possible increases or a reduced trailer load can be requested from a manufacturer's service center or another qualified service center or specialist workshop. Trailer load without brakes...
Page 353: Appendix
Appendix REFERENCE Appendix Any updates to the Owner's Manual of the vehi‐ cle are listed here. Updates made after the editorial deadline 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: ▷...
Page 354: Everything From A To Z
Everything from A to Z REFERENCE Everything from A to Z Index Air outlets, see Ventilation Air pressure, tires Alarm system 3D View, see Surround View Alarm, unintentional All-season tires, see Winter tires All-wheel-drive, see xDrive Amazon Alexa Car Integration ABS Antilock Braking System Ambient air package Acceleration Assistant, see Launch Control...
Page 355 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, Care Entertainment and Communication Care, Head-up Display BMW display key Care, light-alloy wheels...
Page 356 Everything from A to Z REFERENCE Carpet, care Climate control 229, CarPlay, connection to the vehicle Clothes hooks Car seats, see Transporting children safely Coasting Cartridge replacement, see Ambient air pack‐ Coasting with engine decoupled, see Coast‐ Car wash Coasting with idling engine Car wash, automatic Combination switch, see Turn signals Catalytic converter, see Hot exhaust gas sys‐...
Page 357 Cross traffic warning Display key Cruise control Display key, malfunction Cruise control, active with Stop&Go func‐ Display key, see BMW display key tion Display lighting, see Instrument lighting Cruise control with distance control, see Active Displays Cruise Control with Stop&Go function...
Page 358 External start, see Jump-starting Emergency braking, see PostCrash - iBrake External temperature Emergency Request Eyelet for towing Emergency service, see BMW Accident Assis‐ Eyes, see Lashing eyes in the cargo area tance Emergency service, see BMW Roadside Assis‐ tance Emergency unlocking, fuel filler flap...
Page 359 Flat tire, see Tire Pressure Monitor TPM General settings Flat tire warning light, FTM Gesture Control Flat tire warning light, TPM Gestures, see BMW Gesture Control Flooding, driving through Glare shield, see Sun visor Floor carpet, care Glass sunroof, electric...
Page 360 Kenaf, care Monitor TPM Keyless Go, see Comfort Access Inflation pressure, tires Key, mechanical Inflation pressure warning TPM, tires Key, see BMW display key Information Key, see Vehicle key Initialization, Flat Tire Monitor FTM Kickdown, Steptronic transmission Input, iDrive Knee airbag...
Page 361 Mobile phone, connecting Luggage rack, see Roof-mounted luggage Mobile phone, see Owner's Manual for Naviga‐ rack tion, Entertainment and Communication Lumbar support Mobile Service, see BMW Accident Assis‐ tance Mobile Service, see BMW Roadside Assis‐ tance Mobility System Maintenance Mode, ECO PRO...
Page 362 Everything from A to Z REFERENCE Modifications, technical, see For Your Own Onboard vehicle tool kit Safety On-call service, see BMW Accident Assis‐ Monitor, see Control Display tance Mount for trailer hitch, care On-call service, see BMW Roadside Assis‐ Mounting for trailer hitch...
Page 363 Everything from A to Z REFERENCE Payload, technical data Rear-view mirrors, exterior PDC Park Distance Control Rear-view mirrors, interior Performance Control Rear window defroster 232, Performance display, see Sport displays Rear window wiper, operation Personal data, deleting Recirculated-air filter, see Microfilter/activated- Personal profile, see Driver profiles charcoal filter Person warning with City braking function...
Page 364 Software, updating Sensors, care SOS button, see Intelligent emergency call Service and warranty Sound output, see Owner's Handbook for Navi‐ Service Center, see BMW Accident Assis‐ gation, Entertainment, Communication tance Spare tire, see Emergency wheel Service Center, see BMW Roadside Assis‐...
Page 365 Everything from A to Z REFERENCE Split screen Straps for cargo, see Lashing eyes in the cargo Sport chassis/suspension, see Adaptive M chas‐ area Suitable devices Sport displays Suitable mobile phones SPORT INDIVIDUAL, see Driving Dynamics Summer tires, tread Control Sun visor SPORT PLUS, see Driving Dynamics Con‐...
Page 366 Everything from A to Z REFERENCE Tilt, backrest Trailer towing Tilt down, passenger's side exterior mirror, see Trailer towing, activation Automatic Curb Monitor Trailer towing, technical data Time Transmission lock, electronic unlocking Time of arrival, trip computer Transmission, see Steptronic transmission Tire brands, recommended Transporting children safely Tire chains...
Page 367 Welcome lights Vehicle key, replacing the battery Welcome screen, driver profiles Vehicle key with display, malfunction Wheel base, vehicle Vehicle key with display, see BMW display Wheels and tires Wheels, changing Vehicle paint, care Width, vehicle Vehicle position, vehicle location...
Page 368 Everything from A to Z REFERENCE xDrive Online Edition for Part no. 01405A1F693 - X/20...
Page 369 *BL5A1F69300P* 01405A1F693 ue...
Page 371 California Proposition 65 Warning For vehicles sold in California: Online Edition for Part no. 01405A1F693 - X/20...
Page 372 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. *BL5A1F69300P* 01405A1F693 ue Online Edition for Part no. 01405A1F693 - X/20...

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