Page 1 Contents Owner's Manual for Vehicle The Ultimate Driving Machine® THE BMW 4 SERIES GRAN COUPE. OWNER'S MANUAL. Online Edition for Part no. 01402978272 - II/17...
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 con‐...
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Page 5: Table Of Contents
Contents Mobility The fastest way to find information on a partic‐ ular topic or item is by using the index, refer to Refueling page 270. Fuel Wheels and tires Engine compartment Information Engine oil Coolant At a glance Maintenance Cockpit Replacing components iDrive Breakdown assistance...
Page 6 Updates made after the editorial The Owner's Manual and general information deadline on BMW, for example on technology, are avail‐ able on the Internet: www.bmwusa.com. Due to updates after the editorial deadline, dif‐ ferences may exist between the printed Own‐...
Page 7 Owner's Manual, refer to the Supple‐ the vehicle is driven. mentary Owner's Manuals. ▷ Vehicle documents and statutory docu‐ Your BMW dealer’s service center is happy to ments. answer any questions that you may have about Online Edition for Part no. 01402978272 - II/17...
Page 8 ▷ California Emission Control System Lim‐ BMW parts and accessories have been tested ited Warranty. by BMW for their safety and suitability in BMW Detailed information about these warranties is vehicles. listed in the Service and Warranty Information BMW warrants genuine BMW parts and acces‐...
Page 9 Such damage is mation, e.g., an accident report, damage to the not covered by the BMW New Vehicle Limited vehicle, eye witness accounts — possibly with Warranty. the assistance of an expert.
Page 10 National Highway Traffic Safety Adminis‐ quired during a crash investigation. tration NHTSA, in addition to notifying BMW of North America, LLC, P.O. Box 1227, West‐ To read data recorded by an EDR, special wood, New Jersey 07675-1227, Telephone equipment is required, and access to the vehi‐...
Page 11 Information formation about motor vehicle safety from http://www.safercar.gov. For Canadian customers Canadian customers who wish to report a safety-related defect to Transport Canada, De‐ fect Investigations and Recalls, may call the toll-free hotline 1-800-333-0510. You can also obtain other information about motor vehicle safety from http://www.tc.gc.ca/roadsafety.
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Page 13: At A Glance
At a glance This chapter shows the arrangement of the buttons, switches and displays. Moreover, you will become familiar with the available control concepts and options quickly. Online Edition for Part no. 01402978272 - II/17...
Page 14: Cockpit
At a glance Cockpit Cockpit Vehicle features and options to the selected options or country versions. This also applies to safety-related functions This chapter describes all standard, country- and systems. When using these functions and specific and optional features offered with the systems, the applicable laws and regulations series.
Page 15 Cockpit At a glance Front fog lights 117 Cruise control: resume speed Light switch 114 Active Cruise Control: reduce distance Lights off Active Cruise Control: increase distance Daytime running lights 116 Parking lights 114 Cruise control rocker switch Instrument cluster 96 beams 114 Steering wheel buttons, right Entertainment source, see Own‐...
Page 16 At a glance Cockpit Heated steering wheel 75 15 Open the tailgate 53 16 Unlock hood 236 14 Adjust steering wheel 75 In the vicinity of the center console Control Display 18 PDC Park Distance Control 159 Ventilation 179 Rearview camera 162 Hazard warning system 251 Parking assistant 169 Surround View 162 Central locking system 50...
Page 17 Cockpit At a glance Manual transmission selector lever 90 In the vicinity of the roofliner Emergency Request, SOS 251 Reading lights 118 Glass sunroof, electric 62 Interior lights 118 Indicator light, front-seat passen‐ airbag 123 Online Edition for Part no. 01402978272 - II/17...
Page 18: Idrive
At a glance iDrive iDrive Vehicle features and options Operation This chapter describes all standard, country- Overview specific and optional features offered with the series. It also describes features that are not necessarily available in your vehicle, e. g., due to the selected options or country versions.
Page 19 iDrive At a glance "Turn off control display" Buttons on the Controller Controller with navigation system Button Function General information Press once: call up main menu. The buttons can be used to open the menus Press twice: display all menu items directly.
Page 20 At a glance iDrive Button Function Press and hold: open the menus used last. Open the Options menu. Operating with the Controller ▷ Press. Opening the main menu Press button. ▷ Move in two directions. The main menu is displayed. All iDrive functions can be called up via the main menu.
Page 21 iDrive At a glance Selecting menu items Opening recently used menus Highlighted menu items can be selected. The recently used menus can be displayed. Press and hold this button. Turn the Controller until the desired menu item is highlighted. Opening the Options menu Press button.
Page 22 At a glance iDrive Activating/deactivating the functions Entry comparison Several menu items are preceded by a check‐ When entering names and addresses, the box. The checkbox indicates whether the func‐ choice is narrowed down with every letter en‐ tion is activated or deactivated. Selecting the tered and letters may be added automatically.
Page 23 iDrive At a glance Split screen ▷ "Audio feedback": pronounces entered letters and numbers. General information Entering letters and numbers Additional information can be displayed in sev‐ Entering letters requires some practice at the eral menus on the right side of the split screen, beginning.
Page 24 At a glance iDrive Status information Entertainment Symbol Meaning General information The status field can be found in the upper area CD/DVD player. of the Control Display. Status information is Music collection. displayed in the form of symbols. Bluetooth audio. Status field symbols USB audio interface.
Page 25 iDrive At a glance Press and hold the desired button until a signal sounds. Running a function Press button. The function will work immediately. This means, for example, that the number is dialed when a phone number is selected. Displaying the key assignment Touch buttons with finger.
Page 26: Voice Activation System
At a glance Voice activation system Voice activation system Vehicle features and options so that the spoken commands can be identi‐ fied. This chapter describes all standard, country- To set the language, refer to page 29. specific and optional features offered with the series.
Page 27 Voice activation system At a glance Selecting the input language ▷ Some possible commands from other me‐ nus. For some languages, the input language can ▷ Status of the voice recognition. be selected. ▷ Encrypted connection is not available. About iDrive: "My Vehicle"...
Page 28 At a glance Voice activation system ▷ The volume remains constant even if the volume of other audio sources is changed. ▷ The volume is stored for the drive profile currently used. Information on Emergency Requests Do not use the voice activation system to ini‐ tiate an Emergency Request.
Page 29: General Settings
General settings At a glance General settings Vehicle features and options The setting is stored for the drive profile cur‐ rently used. This chapter describes all standard, country- specific and optional features offered with the Setting the time series. It also describes features that are not About iDrive: necessarily available in your vehicle, e.
Page 30 At a glance General settings "Date and time" Via iDrive: "Automatic time setting" "My Vehicle" The setting is stored for the drive profile cur‐ "iDrive settings" rently used. "Units" Select the desired menu item. Date Select the desired setting. The setting is stored for the driver profile cur‐ Setting the date rently used.
Page 31 General settings At a glance The setting is stored for the driver profile cur‐ "Contents of main menu" rently used. Select the desired menu and the desired content. The setting is stored for the driver profile cur‐ Control Display rently used. Brightness Messages Via iDrive:...
Page 32 ▷ Online data, for example Favorites, cook‐ The vehicle offers different functions, whose ies. use requires a data transfer to BMW or a serv‐ ▷ Office data, for example voice notes. ice provider. The data transfer can be deacti‐ ▷...
Page 33 General settings At a glance "Delete personal data" Connection type Function "Delete personal data" Mobile device via Using the Internet. "OK" the Internet hot‐ Exit and lock the vehicle. spot. After 15 minutes, the deletion process is com‐ USB memory de‐ Exporting and importing pleted.
Page 34 At a glance General settings ▷ The device is ready for operation. Symbol Function ▷ Bluetooth is activated on the device and in "Telephone" the vehicle, refer to page 34. "Additional telephone" ▷ Bluetooth pre-settings may be required on the device, for instance visibility, refer to "Bluetooth®...
Page 35 General settings At a glance Pairing the mobile device with the ▷ Mobile phones supported by the USB in‐ vehicle terface. Using iDrive: The snap-in adapter features a separate USB port that is automatically connected "My Vehicle" when a compatible mobile phone is in‐ "iDrive settings"...
Page 36 At a glance General settings Activating the Internet hotspot ▷ A connected USB storage device will be supplied with charging current via the USB Using iDrive: interface if the device supports this. At "My Vehicle" higher temperatures, the USB storage de‐ vice may cause a reduction in the charging "iDrive settings"...
Page 37 General settings At a glance Connecting a specific device Press button. About iDrive: 5. ▷ "Change hotspot key" "My Vehicle" Enter the desired hotspot code. "iDrive settings" ▷ "Change hotspot name" "Mobile devices" Enter the desired network name. Select device. ▷...
Page 38 MP3 players. Teleservices Software updates are available for many of the supported devices. The vehicle is maintained Updating software via BMW Teleservices is up-to-date via regular vehicle software up‐ country-specific and may not be available. dates.
Page 39 General settings At a glance Install or delete the update. that, the mobile device does not function as expected. ▷ "Install software" In this case, the following explanations can The loaded update is installed. help: This step can be carried out at a later Why could the mobile phone not be paired or point in time.
Page 40 At a glance General settings Why are no or not all phone book entries dis‐ played or why are they incomplete? ▷ Transmission of the phone book entries is not yet complete. ▷ It is possible that only the phone book en‐ tries of the mobile phone or the SIM card are transmitted.
Page 41: Integrated Owner's Manual In The Vehicle
Integrated Owner's Manual in the vehicle At a glance Integrated Owner's Manual in the vehicle Vehicle features and options Keyword search Search for information and descriptions by en‐ This chapter describes all standard, country- tering terms selected from the index. specific and optional features offered with the series.
Page 42 At a glance Integrated Owner's Manual in the vehicle Changing between a function and the operating instructions To switch from a function, for instance radio, to the Owner's Manual on the Control Display and to alternate between the two displays: Press button.
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Page 45: Controls
Controls The information in this chapter helps you in confidently operating your vehicle. All features and accessories that are useful for driving and your safety, comfort and convenience are described here. Online Edition for Part no. 01402978272 - II/17...
Page 46: Opening And Closing
Controls Opening and closing Opening and closing Vehicle features and options WARNING Unlocking from the inside is only possi‐ This chapter describes all standard, country- ble with special knowledge. specific and optional features offered with the Persons who spend a lengthy time in the vehi‐ series.
Page 47 Opening and closing Controls Unlocking ▷ The alarm system, refer to page 59, is switched on. Press button on the remote control. If the engine or ignition is still switched on when you lock the vehicle, the vehicle horn Depending on the settings, refer to page 58, honks twice.
Page 48 Controls Opening and closing NOTE Push battery in the direction of the arrow using a pointed object and lift it out. Sharp-edged or pointed objects can hit the rear window and heat conductors while driving. There is a risk of property damage. Cover the edges and ensure that pointed ob‐...
Page 49 Opening and closing Controls Integrated key ▷ Interference of the radio connection from transmission towers or other equipment with high transmitting power. General information ▷ Shielding of the remote control due to The driver's door can be locked and unlocked metal objects.
Page 50 Controls Opening and closing Locking/unlocking via the door lock Overview Unlock or lock the driver's door via the door Button for the central locking system. lock using the integrated key. The other doors must be unlocked or locked Unlocking and locking from the inside.
Page 51 Opening and closing Controls General information Locking Comfort Access supports the following func‐ tions: ▷ Unlocking and locking the vehicle. ▷ Convenient closing. ▷ Open the tailgate. ▷ Opening/closing the tailgate with no-touch activation. Functional requirements Touch the surface on the door handle of the ▷...
Page 52 Controls Opening and closing Opening In addition to locking, the windows and the glass sunroof close and the exterior mirrors fold in. Opening the tailgate General information To avoid locking it in the vehicle, do not place the remote control in the cargo area. If the remote control is in the sensor area, the tailgate may open or close inadvertently if you Press button next on tailgate.
Page 53 Opening and closing Controls Safety information You can pause the opening operation by mov‐ ing your foot again. WARNING During no-touch activation, vehicle parts Closing may be touched, e.g., hot exhaust system. Perform the foot movement described earlier. There is a risk of injury. When moving your The hazard warning system flashes on and an foot, make sure you have a firm stance and do acoustic signal sounds before the tailgate...
Page 54 Controls Opening and closing whether the doors are also unlocked when un‐ From the outside locking with the remote control. Adjusting the settings, refer to page 58. Safety information WARNING Body parts can be jammed when operat‐ ing the tailgate. There is a risk of injury. Make sure that the area of movement of the tailgate is clear during opening and closing.◀...
Page 55 Opening and closing Controls ▷ By pressing the button on the remote con‐ Canceling the closing operation trol. The closing procedure is interrupted in the fol‐ ▷ By pressing the button in the driver's foot lowing situations: area. ▷ If the vehicle starts off with a jerky move‐ ment.
Page 56 Controls Opening and closing This is beneficial when the vehicle is parked If another driver profile is selected via iDrive, using a valet service. The remote control can the settings stored in it will be applied auto‐ be handed out without the integrated key. matically.
Page 57 Opening and closing Controls Renaming a driver profile ▷ Driving Dynamics Control. ▷ Driver's seat position, exterior mirror posi‐ A personal name can be assigned to the active tion, steering wheel position. driver profile to avoid confusion between the driver profiles. ▷...
Page 58 Controls Opening and closing The driver profile marked with this sym‐ ▷ The passenger unlocks the vehicle with his bol can be exported. or her own remote control, but another person is driving. "Export driver profile" ▷ The driver unlocks the vehicle via Comfort Select a storage device for exporting the Access and has multiple remote controls driver profile.
Page 59 Opening and closing Controls Using iDrive: The vehicle locks automatically after a short period of time if no door is "My Vehicle" opened after unlocking. "Vehicle settings" ▷ "Lock after starting to drive" "Doors/Key" The vehicle locks automatically after "Tailgate" or "Tailgate and you drive off.
Page 60 Controls Opening and closing ▷ Changes in the vehicle tilt, e. g., during at‐ ▷ Briefly press the button on the remote con‐ tempts at stealing a wheel or when towing trol three times in succession. the vehicle. To switch off the alarm: press any button. ▷...
Page 61 Opening and closing Controls Power windows Interior motion sensor The windows and the glass sunroof must be Safety information closed for the system to function properly. WARNING Avoiding unintentional alarms When operating the windows, body parts and objects can be jammed. There is a risk of General information injury or risk of property damage.
Page 62 Controls Opening and closing Opening Closing without the jam protection system ▷ Press the switch to the resistance In case of danger from the outside or if ice point. might prevent normal closing, proceed as fol‐ lows: The window opens while the switch is be‐ ing held.
Page 63 Opening and closing Controls Safety information position. The sliding visor does not move. WARNING Body parts can be jammed when operat‐ Opening/closing the glass sunroof and ing the glass sunroof. There is a risk of injury. sliding visor together Make sure that the area of movement of the glass sunroof is clear during opening and clos‐...
Page 64 Controls Opening and closing half-open position, or it is stopped when clos‐ ▷ The external temperature is above ing from the tilted position. The glass sunroof 41 ℉/5 ℃. opens slightly. During initialization, the glass sunroof closes without jam protection . Closing from the open position Make sure that the closing area is clear.
Page 65: Settings
Settings Controls Settings Vehicle features and options sliding under the safety belt in an accident. There is a risk of injuries or danger to life. Ad‐ This chapter describes all standard, country- just the seat prior to starting the trip. Adjust specific and optional features offered with the the backrest so that it is in the most upright series.
Page 66 Controls Settings Backrest tilt Height Backrest tilt Forward/backward Pull the lever and apply your weight to the backrest or lift it off, as necessary. Seat tilt Pull the lever and slide the seat in the desired direction. After releasing the lever, move the seat for‐ ward or back slightly making sure it engages properly.
Page 67 Settings Controls Overview Seat tilt Memory function Move switch up or down. Backrest width Backrest tilt Lumbar support Backrest tilt Forward/backward, height, seat tilt Forward/backward Move switch forward or backward. Thigh support Push switch forward or backward. Height Pull the lever at the front of the seat and adjust the thigh support.
Page 68 Controls Settings Switching on ▷ Press the front/rear section of the button: Press button once for each tempera‐ The curvature is increased/ ture level. decreased. The maximum temperature is reached when ▷ Press the upper/lower sec‐ three LEDs are lit. tion of the button: If the trip is continued within approx.
Page 69 Settings Controls Switching off WARNING The protective effect of the safety belts Press and hold the button, until the can be limited or lost when safety belts are fas‐ LEDs go out. tened incorrectly. An incorrectly fastened safety belt can cause additional injuries, e.g., in the event of an accident or during braking and Safety belts evasive maneuvers.
Page 70 Controls Settings Front head restraints ▷ Do not rub the safety belt against sharp edges, or guide it or jam it in across hard or fragile objects. Safety information ▷ Avoid thick clothing. WARNING ▷ Re-tighten the safety belt frequently up‐ A missing protective effect due to re‐...
Page 71 Settings Controls Adjusting the height Raise the head restraint up against the re‐ sistance. ▷ To raise: push the head restraint up. Press the button, arrow 1, and pull the ▷ To lower: press button, arrow 1, and push head restraint out completely. head restraint down.
Page 72 Controls Settings Memory function ▷ Do not hang objects, e.g., clothes hangers, directly on the head restraint. Concept ▷ Only use accessories that have been de‐ termined to be safe for attachment to a The following settings can be stored and, if head restraint.
Page 73 Settings Controls Mirrors Overview Exterior mirrors General information The mirror on the front passenger side is more curved than the driver's side mirror. The mirror setting is stored for the driver pro‐ file currently in use. When the vehicle is un‐ locked via the remote control, the position is automatically retrieved if the function, refer to Storing...
Page 74 Controls Settings Slide the switch. Fold the mirrors in and out is advantageous in the following situations: ▷ In vehicle washes. Adjusting electrically ▷ On narrow roads. Press button. ▷ For folding mirrors back out that were The mirror movement follows the but‐ folded away manually.
Page 75 Settings Controls Interior mirror, automatic dimming Settings feature Overview Fold the lever down. Move the steering wheel to the preferred height and angle to suit your seating posi‐ Photocells are used for control: tion. ▷ In the mirror glass. Fold the lever back up. ▷...
Page 76: Transporting Children Safely
Controls Transporting children safely Transporting children safely Vehicle features and options to the selected options or country versions. This also applies to safety-related functions This chapter describes all standard, country- and systems. When using these functions and specific and optional features offered with the systems, the applicable laws and regulations series.
Page 77 Transporting children safely Controls Safety information center or another qualified service center or re‐ pair shop.◀ WARNING Active front-seat passenger airbags can WARNING injure a child in a child restraint system when The stability of the child restraint system the airbags are activated. There is a risk of in‐ is limited or compromised with incorrect seat jury.
Page 78 Controls Transporting children safely Locking the safety belt til the best possible belt guide position is reached. Pull out the belt strap completely. Secure the child restraint system with the Backrest width safety belt. Adjustable backrest width: before installing a Allow the belt strap to be pulled in and pull child restraint system in the front passenger it tight against the child restraint system.
Page 79 Transporting children safely Controls Routing the retaining strap For vehicles equipped with a middle seat: It is not recommended to use the inner lower WARNING anchors of standard outer LATCH positions to If the upper retaining strap is incorrectly fasten a child restraint system on the middle used for the child restraint system, the protec‐...
Page 80 Controls Transporting children safely Locking the doors and windows in the rear Rear doors Push the locking lever on the rear doors down. The door can now be opened from the outside only. Safety switch for the rear Press button on the driver's door. The LED lights up if the safety func‐...
Page 81: Driving
Driving Controls Driving Vehicle features and options Ignition off Steptronic transmission: press the Start/Stop This chapter describes all standard, country- button again without stepping on the brake. specific and optional features offered with the Manual transmission: press the Start/Stop but‐ series.
Page 82 Controls Driving If the engine is not running and the ignition is WARNING switched on: the system automatically acti‐ An unsecured vehicle can begin to move vates radio-ready state when the door is and possibly roll away. There is a risk of an ac‐ opened if the lights are switched off or the day‐...
Page 83 Driving Controls Engine stop Steptronic transmission Switching off the engine Safety information Engage selector lever position P with the WARNING vehicle stopped. Unattended children or animals can Press the Start/Stop button. cause the vehicle to move and endanger them‐ The engine is switched off. selves and traffic, e.g., due to the following ac‐...
Page 84 Controls Driving Steptronic transmission: ▷ Fogging of the windows when the auto‐ matic climate control is switched on. ▷ The selector lever is in selector lever posi‐ tion D. ▷ Vehicle battery is heavily discharged. ▷ The brake pedal remains depressed while ▷...
Page 85 Driving Controls ▷ Steptronic transmission: change from se‐ Steptronic transmission: lector lever position P to N, D, R or M/S. Press the Start/Stop button. The ignition is ▷ The vehicle begins rolling. switched off. The Auto Start/Stop function ▷ Fogging of the windows when the auto‐ is deactivated.
Page 86 Controls Driving Turn signal, high beams, ▷ On uphill grades or on a downhill slope, turn the front wheels in the direction of the headlight flasher curb. ▷ On uphill grades or on a downhill slope, Turn signal also secure the vehicle, e.g., with a wheel chock.◀...
Page 87 Driving Controls Malfunction Switching on Unusually rapid flashing of the indicator lamp indicates that a turn signal bulb has failed. High beams, headlight flasher Push the lever forward or pull it backward. Press the lever up until the desired position is reached.
Page 88 Controls Driving Interval mode or rain sensor Setting the frequency or sensitivity of the rain sensor Concept The rain sensor automatically controls the time between wipes depending on the intensity of the rainfall. General information The sensor is located on the windshield, di‐ rectly in front of the interior mirror.
Page 89 Driving Controls Cleaning the windshield NOTE If the wipers are frozen to the windshield, the wiper blades can be torn off and the wiper motor can overheat when switching on. There is a risk of damage to property. Defrost the windshield prior to switching the wipers on.◀...
Page 90 The use of undiluted windshield washer con‐ tainer. centrate or alcohol-based antifreeze can lead Use of BMW’s Windshield Washer Concen‐ to incorrect readings at temperatures below trate or the equivalent is recommended.◀ +5 ℉/-15 ℃.
Page 91 Driving Controls ▷ On uphill grades or on a downhill slope, ▷ Set the parking brake. turn the front wheels in the direction of the ▷ On uphill grades or on a downhill slope, curb. turn the front wheels in the direction of the ▷...
Page 92 Controls Driving opened, and the brake pedal is not de‐ returns to the center position when re‐ pressed. leased. Engaging selector lever positions General information To prevent the vehicle from creeping after you select a drive mode, maintain pressure on the brake pedal until you are ready to start.
Page 93 Driving Controls Activating the sport program Manual mode becomes active and the gear is changed. The engaged gear is displayed in the instru‐ ment cluster, for instance M1. Shifting To shift down: press the selector lever forward. To shift up: pull the selector lever rearwards. The transmission continues shifting automati‐...
Page 94 Controls Driving General information Displays in the instrument cluster The selector lever position is dis‐ Shifting played, for example P. The vehicle only shifts at suitable engine and road speeds. Short-term manual mode Electronic unlocking of the In selector lever position D, actuating a shift transmission lock paddle switches into manual mode tempora‐...
Page 95 Driving Controls Repeated use during a trip For additional information, see the chapter on tow-starting and towing. After Launch Control was used, the transmis‐ sion must cool down for approx. 5 minutes, be‐ Steptronic Sport transmission: fore Launch Control can be used again. Launch Control Launch Control adjusts to the surrounding conditions, when used again.
Page 96: Displays
Controls Displays Displays Vehicle features and options to the selected options or country versions. This also applies to safety-related functions This chapter describes all standard, country- and systems. When using these functions and specific and optional features offered with the systems, the applicable laws and regulations series.
Page 97 Displays Controls General information The change of the display type can be deacti‐ Some of the displays in the instrument display vated via iDrive. may differ from the way they are shown in this Owner's Manual. Overview Fuel gauge 103 Selection lists 108 Messages, for instance Check Control ECO PRO...
Page 98 Controls Displays "Displays" "Instrument panel" "Magnifier function" Sport displays Speedometer Performance display, if the vehicle is equipped accordingly Tachometer 103 Variable displays Transmission display Shift lights, when respectively equipped General information In the Sport and Sport+ programs the instru‐ ment display switches to a sporty view. This Steptronic Sport transmission: shift lights are view supports a sporty driving style with more shown, when the SPORT+ driving program is...
Page 99 Displays Controls Activate the M/S manual mode of the SMS text messages in the instrument cluster transmission. and in the Head-up Display. Manual transmission: In addition, an acoustic signal may sound and an SMS text message may appear on the Con‐ Select SPORT or SPORT+ using the Driv‐...
Page 100 Controls Displays Release the parking brake, refer to Indicator light flashes: the conditions are not page 86. adequate for the system to work. The system was deactivated but applies the brakes until you actively resume control by Approach control warning pressing on the brake pedal or accelerator Indicator light illuminates: advance pedal.
Page 101 Displays Controls Flat Tire Monitor FTM Emissions The Flat Tire Monitor signals a loss of ▷ The warning light lights up: tire inflation pressure in a tire. Emissions are deteriorating. Have Reduce your speed and stop cau‐ the vehicle checked as soon as tiously.
Page 102 Controls Displays Front fog lights These messages can be hidden for approx. 8 seconds. After this time, they are displayed Front fog lights are switched on. again automatically. Front fog lights, refer to page 117. Temporary display High-beam Assistant Other Check Control messages are hidden au‐ tomatically after approx.
Page 103 Control message is displayed. other qualified service center or repair shop. When the engine oil temperature is too ▷ "BMW Roadside Assistance" high, a red indicator light is displayed. Contact Roadside Assistance. Messages after trip completion Coolant temperature Special messages displayed while driving are...
Page 104 Controls Displays External temperature ▷ With a dynamic driving style, for instance taking curves aggressively, the engine WARNING function is not always ensured. Even at temperatures above +37 ℉/+3 ℃ The Check Control message appears continu‐ there can be a risk of icy roads, e.g., on bridges ously below a range of approx.
Page 105 Displays Controls Displaying the current fuel Display consumption Detailed information on service Using iDrive: requirements "My Vehicle" More information on the scope of service re‐ "iDrive settings" quired can be displayed on the Control Dis‐ play. "Displays" Using iDrive: "Instrument panel" "Additional indicators"...
Page 106 Controls Displays "Date:" Symbol Description Select the desired setting. Shift down to fuel efficient gear. Confirm. The entered date is stored. Shift into neutral. Automatic Service Request Data regarding the service status or legally mandated vehicle inspections are automati‐ Steptronic transmission: displaying cally transmitted to your dealer’s service cen‐...
Page 107 Displays Controls Safety information Speed Limit Info WARNING Current speed limit. The system does not release from the personal responsibility to correctly assess visi‐ bility and traffic situation. There is a risk of an accident. Adjust the driving style to the traffic conditions.
Page 108 Controls Displays Display ▷ When signs that are valid for a parallel road are detected. Selection lists General information Depending on your vehicle's equipment, the following can be displayed or operated using the buttons and the thumbwheel on the steer‐ ing wheel as well as the displays in the instru‐...
Page 109 Displays Controls ▷ Average consumption, fuel. If there is only enough fuel left for less than 45 miles/80 km, the color of the display ▷ Current consumption, fuel. changes. ▷ Average speed. ▷ Date. Average fuel consumption ▷ Speed Limit Info. The average fuel consumption is calculated for the period while the engine is running.
Page 110 Controls Displays Speed Limit Info Resetting the trip computer Further information, see chapter Speed Limit Using iDrive: Info. "My Vehicle" "Driving information" Onboard Computer on the Control Display "Trip computer" Move the Controller to the left, if needed. Concept ▷ "Reset": all values are reset.
Page 111 Displays Controls Displaying, setting or changing the Overview speed warning Using iDrive: "My Vehicle" "Vehicle settings" "Speed warning" "Warning at:" Turn the Controller until the desired speed is displayed. Press the Controller. Switching on/off "My Vehicle" Activating/deactivating the speed warning "iDrive settings"...
Page 112 Controls Displays "Displayed information" The height of the Head-up Display can also be stored using the memory function, refer to Select the desired displays in the Head-up page 72. Display. Settings are stored for the profile currently Setting the rotation used.
Page 113 Displays Controls For this reason, it is strongly suggested to have the special windshield replaced by a deal‐ er’s service center or another qualified service center or repair shop, if necessary. Vehicle status General information The status can be displayed and actions per‐ formed for several systems.
Page 114: Lights
Controls Lights Lights Vehicle features and options Symbol Function This chapter describes all standard, country- Low beams specific and optional features offered with the series. It also describes features that are not necessarily available in your vehicle, e. g., due Instrument lighting to the selected options or country versions.
Page 115 Lights Controls Switching on Headlight courtesy delay feature General information The low beams stay illuminated for a particular time if the high beams are switched on after radio-ready state is switched off. Setting the duration Using iDrive: "My Vehicle" With the ignition switched off, press the lever "Vehicle settings"...
Page 116 Controls Lights System limits General information The automatic headlight control cannot serve Depending on the steering angle and other pa‐ as a substitute for your personal judgment of rameters, the light from the headlight follows lighting conditions. the course of the road. For example, the sensors are unable to detect To avoid blinding oncoming traffic, the Adap‐...
Page 117 Lights Controls High-beam Assistant The high-beam Assistant is deactivated when manually switching the high beams on and off, refer to page 87. Concept To reactivate the high-beam Assistant, press The high-beam Assistant detects other traffic the button on the turn signal lever. participants early on and automatically switches the high beams on or off depending System limits...
Page 118 Controls Lights Switching on/off Overview Press button. The green indicator light lights up if the front fog lights are switched on. If the automatic headlight control, refer to page 115, is activated, the low beams will come on automatically when you switch on the front fog lights.
Page 119 Lights Controls With a color scheme selected and welcome lights activated they light up in the line's color when vehicle is unlocked. Setting the brightness Depending on the equipment, the brightness of the ambient light can be adjusted via the thumbwheel for the instrument lighting or on the Control Display.
Page 120: Safety
Controls Safety Safety Vehicle features and options to the selected options or country versions. This also applies to safety-related functions This chapter describes all standard, country- and systems. When using these functions and specific and optional features offered with the systems, the applicable laws and regulations series.
Page 121 ▷ Make sure that occupants keep their heads ties may affect the air bag system; therefore, away from the side airbag. contact BMW Customer Relations or your au‐ thorized BMW service center. ▷ Always grasp the steering wheel on the steering wheel rim.
Page 122 Controls Safety Safety information WARNING Improperly executed work can lead to WARNING failure, malfunction or unintentional triggering To ensure the front-seat passenger air‐ of the airbag system. In the case of a malfunc‐ bag function, the system must be able to de‐ tion, the airbag system might not trigger as in‐...
Page 123 Safety Controls Indicator lamp for the front-seat pends on the positions of the driver's/front passenger airbags passenger seat. To maintain the accuracy of this function over the long term, calibrate the front seats as soon as a respective message appears on the Con‐ trol Display.
Page 124 Controls Safety General information Gray wheels With use of the system observe further infor‐ It may not be possible to identify tire pressure mation found under Tire inflation pressure, re‐ losses. fer to page 218. Possible causes: ▷ Malfunction. Functional requirements ▷...
Page 125 Safety Controls green and "Tire Pressure Monitor active. See Symbol Possible cause label for recommended pressures." is dis‐ Inflation was not carried out accord‐ played. ing to specifications. You may interrupt this trip at any time. When you continue the reset resumes automatically. The tire inflation pressure has fallen below the level of the last reset.
Page 126 Controls Safety If there is a significant loss of tire center or another qualified service center inflation pressure or repair shop. Repair the flat tire, for instance with a tire Message repair kit or by changing the tire. A yellow warning light is illuminated in Use of sealant, for instance from the tire repair the instrument cluster.
Page 127 Safety Controls Malfunction speed, road conditions, external temperature. The driving range may be less but may also be The yellow warning light flashes and is more if an economical driving style is used. then illuminated continuously. A Check If the vehicle is loaded with an average weight Control message is displayed.
Page 128 Controls Safety Functional requirements tire failure. Under-inflation also reduces fuel ef‐ ficiency and tire tread life, and may affect the The system must have been initialized when vehicle's handling and stopping ability. Please the tire inflation pressure was correct; other‐ note that the TPMS is not a substitute for wise, reliable flagging of a flat tire is not as‐...
Page 129 Safety Controls Start the engine but do not drive off. Run-flat tires, refer to page 226, are la‐ beled with a circular symbol containing the Start the initialization with: "Perform reset" letters RSC marked on the tire's sidewall. Drive away. The initialization is completed while driving, System limits which can be interrupted at any time.
Page 130 Controls Safety Run-flat tires Vehicle handling with damaged tires Vehicles driven with a damaged tire will handle Safety information differently, potentially leading to conditions such as the following: WARNING ▷ Greater likelihood of swerving off course. Your vehicle handles differently with a run-flat with no or low inflation pressure;...
Page 131 Safety Controls Switching on/off tem may not be output or they may be output too late or incorrectly. There is a risk of an ac‐ The Intelligent Safety systems are automati‐ cident. Adjust the driving style to the traffic cally active after every departure. conditions.
Page 132 Controls Safety General information Overview The system warns at two levels of an imminent Button in the vehicle danger of collision at speeds from approx. 3 mph/5 km/h. Time of warnings may vary with the current driving situation. Appropriate braking kicks in at speeds of up to 35 mph/60 km/h.
Page 133 Safety Controls Setting the warning time assisted by a minor automatic braking inter‐ vention in a possible risk of collision. The warning time can be set. Acute warnings can also be triggered without Using iDrive: previous forewarning. "My Vehicle" Braking intervention "Vehicle settings"...
Page 134 Controls Safety Collision warning with E.g., the following situations may not be de‐ tected: braking function ▷ Slow moving vehicles when you approach them at high speed. Concept ▷ Vehicles that suddenly swerve in front of The system can help prevent accidents. If an you, or sharply decelerating vehicles.
Page 135 Safety Controls Safety information WARNING Indicators and warnings do not relieve the driver from personal responsibility. Due to system limits, warnings or reactions of the sys‐ tem may not be output or they may be output too late or incorrectly. There is a risk of an ac‐ cident.
Page 136 Controls Safety Manual transmission: During a braking inter‐ Symbol Measure vention up to a complete stop, the engine may Symbol lights up red: prewarning. be shut down. Brake and increase distance. The braking intervention is executed only if ve‐ hicle stability has not been restricted, e.g. by Symbol flashes red and an acoustic deactivating the DSC Dynamic Stability Con‐...
Page 137 Safety Controls Detection range ▷ In heavy fog, rain, sprayed water or snow‐ fall. ▷ In tight curves. ▷ If the driving stability control systems are limited or deactivated, for example, DSC OFF. ▷ If the radar sensor is dirty or obscured. Warning sensitivity The more sensitive the warning settings are, The detection area in front of the vehicle is div‐...
Page 138 Controls Safety Overview Warning with braking function Button in the vehicle Display If a collision with a person detected in this way is imminent, a warning symbol appears on the instrument cluster and in the Head-up Display. The red symbol is displayed and a sig‐ nal sounds.
Page 139 Safety Controls System limits ▷ When it is dark outside. Safety information Lane departure warning WARNING The system can react incorrectly or not The concept at all due to the system limits. There is a risk of Starting at a specific speed, this system alerts accidents or risk of property damage.
Page 140 Controls Safety Overview Display in the instrument display ▷ Symbol orange: system is acti‐ Button in the vehicle vated. ▷ Green symbol: at least one lane marking was detected and warn‐ ings can be issued. Issued warning If you leave the lane and if a lane marking has been detected, the steering wheel begins vi‐...
Page 141 Safety Controls Safety information ▷ In tight curves or on narrow lanes. ▷ When the lane markings are covered by WARNING objects. The system does not release from the ▷ When driving very close to the vehicle in personal responsibility to correctly assess visi‐ front of you.
Page 142 Controls Safety Functional limitations The setting is stored for the driver profile cur‐ rently used. The system may not be fully functional in the following situations: Display ▷ When a vehicle is approaching at a speed much faster than your own. Lamp in the exterior mirror housing ▷...
Page 143 Safety Controls System limits trips, e.g., on highways. In this situation, it is recommended that the driver takes a break. The function may be limited in the following situations, e.g., and will either output an incor‐ Safety information rect warning or no warning at all: WARNING ▷...
Page 144: Driving Stability Control Systems
Controls Driving stability control systems Driving stability control systems Vehicle features and options DSC Dynamic Stability Control This chapter describes all standard, country- specific and optional features offered with the The concept series. It also describes features that are not Within the physical limits, the system helps to necessarily available in your vehicle, e.
Page 145 Driving stability control systems Controls Overview DSC OFF and the DSC OFF indicator lamp go out. Button in the vehicle Indicator/warning lights When DSC is deactivated, DSC OFF is dis‐ played in the instrument cluster. The indicator lamp lights up: DSC is deactivated.
Page 146 Controls Driving stability control systems Variable sport steering Deactivating DTC Press button again. The support offered by the variable sport TRACTION and the DSC OFF indica‐ steering changes according to the angle by tor light go out. which the steering wheel has been turned and the speed.
Page 147 Driving stability control systems Controls Operating the programs The driver handles several of the stabilization tasks. Button Program Activating SPORT+ DSC OFF Press button repeatedly until SPORT+ TRACTION appears in the instrument cluster and the DSC OFF indicator light lights up. SPORT+ SPORT Automatic program change...
Page 148 Controls Driving stability control systems The setting is stored for the driver profile cur‐ The setting is stored for the driver profile cur‐ rently used. rently used. COMFORT Configuring driving program Settings can be made for the following driving Concept programs in Driving mode: For a balanced tuning with maximum driving ▷...
Page 149 Driving stability control systems Controls Servotronic Concept Servotronic is a speed-dependent power steering function. The system provides the steering force with more support at low speeds than at higher ones. This makes it easier to park, for instance, and makes steering more direct when driving at faster speeds.
Page 150: Driving Comfort
Controls Driving comfort Driving comfort Vehicle features and options Safety information WARNING This chapter describes all standard, country- The system does not release from the specific and optional features offered with the personal responsibility to correctly assess the series. It also describes features that are not traffic situation.
Page 151 Driving comfort Controls Functional requirements ▷ When fast approaching standing vehicles. There is a risk of injuries or danger to life. Speed range Watch traffic closely and actively intervene in the respective situations.◀ The system is best used on well-constructed roads.
Page 152 Controls Driving comfort ▷ When the driver applies the brakes. The speed can also be stored by pressing a button. ▷ When selector lever position D is disen‐ gaged. Press button. ▷ When DTC is activated or DSC is deacti‐ vated.
Page 153 Driving comfort Controls Reduce distance ▷ The marking does not light up: the system is switched off. Press button repeatedly until the de‐ sired distance is set. With instrument display: the symbol is displayed in the speedometer similarly Instrument cluster will display selected dis‐ to the mark for the desired speed.
Page 154 Controls Driving comfort Detected vehicle System limits Symbol lights up orange: Detection range A vehicle has been detected ahead of you. Rolling bars: the detected vehicle has driven away. ACC does not accelerate. To accelerate, acti‐ vate ACC by briefly stepping on the accelera‐ tor pedal, pressing the RES button or rocker switch.
Page 155 Driving comfort Controls Swerving vehicles Cornering A vehicle driving in front of you is not detected If the desired speed is too high for a curve, the until it is completely within the same lane as speed is reduced slightly, although curves can‐ your vehicle.
Page 156 Controls Driving comfort Weather General information The following restrictions can occur under un‐ Depending on the driving settings, the features favorable weather or light conditions: of the cruise control can change in certain areas. ▷ Poorer vehicle recognition. ▷ Short-term interruptions for vehicles that Safety information are already recognized.
Page 157 Driving comfort Controls Overview ▷ When the driver applies the brakes. ▷ If the clutch pedal is depressed for a few Buttons on the steering wheel seconds or released while a gear is not en‐ gaged. Button Function ▷ If the gear engaged is too high for the cur‐ rent speed.
Page 158 Controls Driving comfort Changing the speed In the following cases, the stored speed value is deleted and cannot be called up again: ▷ When the system is switched off. ▷ When the ignition is switched off. Calling up stored speed Press button on the steering wheel.
Page 159 Driving comfort Controls Displays in the Head-up Display Safety information Some system information can also be dis‐ WARNING played in the Head-up Display. The system does not release from the personal responsibility to correctly assess the System limits traffic situation. Based on the limits of the sys‐ tem, it cannot independently react to all traffic Engine power situations.
Page 160 Controls Driving comfort ▷ Do not cover sensors, for instance with ▷ Off: the LED goes out. stickers, bicycle racks. The rearview camera image is displayed if the ▷ Keep the sensors clean and unobstructed. reverse gear is engaged when pressing the park assistance button.
Page 161 Driving comfort Controls Visual warning Display The approach of the vehicle to an object is To protect the sides of the vehicle, obstacle shown on the Control Display. Objects that are markings are displayed on the vehicle at the farther away are already displayed on the Con‐ sides.
Page 162 Controls Driving comfort Limits of ultrasonic measurement ▷ In large buildings with right angles and smooth walls, for instance in underground Ultrasonic measurements might not function in garages. the following situations: ▷ In automatic vehicle washes. ▷ For small children and animals. ▷...
Page 163 Driving comfort Controls Safety information Switching on/off WARNING Switching on automatically The system does not relieve from the The system is switched on automatically if se‐ personal responsibility to correctly assess the lector lever position R is engaged when the en‐ traffic situation.
Page 164 Controls Driving comfort Activating assistance functions Turning radius lines More than one assistance function can be ac‐ tive at the same time. Move the Controller to the left, if needed. ▷ Parking aid lines "Parking aid lines" Lanes and turning radius are indicated. ▷...
Page 165 Driving comfort Controls Parking using pathway and turning System limits radius lines Detection of objects Position the vehicle so that the turning ra‐ dius lines lead to within the limits of the Very low obstacles as well as high, protruding parking space.
Page 166 Controls Driving comfort Overview Display The traffic area to the left and right is displayed Button in the vehicle on the Control Display. Side View Guidelines at the bottom of the image show the position of the front of the vehicle. Cameras Brightness With the Side View switched on:...
Page 167 Driving comfort Controls General information Cameras The image is captured by two cameras integrated in the exterior mirrors and by the rearview camera. The range is at least 7 ft/2 m to the side and rear. In this way, obstacles up to the height of the exterior mirrors are detected early.
Page 168 Controls Driving comfort Switching on/off manually Contrast. With Top View switched on: Press park assistance button. Move the Controller to the left if needed. ▷ On: the LED lights up. Select the symbol. ▷ Off: the LED goes out. Turn the Controller until the desired set‐ Top View is displayed.
Page 169 Driving comfort Controls Parking assistant traffic closely and actively intervene in the re‐ spective situations.◀ Concept NOTE The parking assistant can steer the vehi‐ cle over or onto curbs. There is a risk of prop‐ erty damage. Watch traffic closely and actively intervene in the respective situations.◀...
Page 170 Controls Driving comfort Functional requirements Switching on and activating Ultrasound sensors Switching on with the button Ensure full functionality: Press park assistance button. ▷ Do not cover sensors, for instance with The LED lights up. stickers. The current status of the parking space search ▷...
Page 171 Driving comfort Controls vehicle symbol. When the parking assistant The end of the parking procedure is indi‐ is active, suitable parking spaces are high‐ cated on the Control Display. lighted. Adjust the parking position yourself, if ▷ If a diagonal or parallel parking space is needed.
Page 172 Controls Driving comfort Reactivate the parking assistant, refer to ▷ For small children and animals. page 170, and follow the instructions on the ▷ For persons with certain clothing, e.g., Control Display. coats. ▷ With external interference of the ultra‐ Switching off sound, e.g., from passing vehicles or loud The system can be switched off as follows:...
Page 173: Climate Control
Climate control Controls Climate control Vehicle features and options Interior air quality This chapter describes all standard, country- The air quality inside the vehicle is improved specific and optional features offered with the by an emissions-tested interior, a microfilter, series. It also describes features that are not and a climate-control system for regulating necessarily available in your vehicle, e.
Page 174 Controls Climate control Climate control functions in detail Switching on/off Press button. Switching the system on/off Air conditioning is switched on or off. Switching on Depending on the weather, the windshield and Press any button except for the following: side windows may fog up briefly when the en‐ gine is started.
Page 175 Climate control Controls ▷ LED off: outside air flows in continuously. Operation ▷ LED on, recirculated-air mode: the supply Turn the wheel to select the de‐ of outside air into the vehicle is perma‐ sired program or the desired in‐ nently blocked.
Page 176 Controls Climate control Automatic climate control with enhanced features Seat heating, left 68 10 Air distribution, right Temperature, left 11 Air flow, AUTO intensity AUTO program 12 Air distribution, left Display 13 Rear window defroster Maximum cooling 14 Interior temperature sensor — always keep clear Temperature, right 15 Defrosting windows and removing conden‐...
Page 177 Climate control Controls Maximum cooling sary by using the maximum cooling or heating power, and then keeps it constant. Concept Settings The system is set to the lowest temperature, optimum air flow and recirculated-air mode. Turn the ring to set the desired temperature.
Page 178 Controls Climate control Intensity If the windows are fogged over, switch off the recirculated-air mode and press the AUTO With the AUTO program activated, the auto‐ button to utilize the condensation sensor. matic intensity control can be changed. Make sure that air can flow to the windshield. Press the left or right side of the but‐...
Page 179 Climate control Controls Ventilation If the windows are fogged over, press the AUTO button to utilize the condensation sen‐ sor. Front ventilation Defrosting windows and removing condensation Concept Ice and condensation are quickly removed from the windshield and the front side win‐ dows.
Page 180 Controls Climate control Ventilation in the rear If parked-car ventilation is switched on, the vehicle battery will be discharged. Thus, limit the maximum activation time to save the vehicle battery. The system will be available again after the engine is started or after a short trip.
Page 181 Climate control Controls The symbol on the automatic climate con‐ trol flashes when the system has been switched on. The system will only be switched on within the next 24 hours. After that, it needs to be reacti‐ vated. Online Edition for Part no. 01402978272 - II/17...
Page 182: Interior Equipment
Controls Interior equipment Interior equipment Vehicle features and options the safety instructions of the hand-held trans‐ mitter.◀ This chapter describes all standard, country- specific and optional features offered with the Compatibility series. It also describes features that are not If this symbol is printed on the packag‐ necessarily available in your vehicle, e.
Page 183 Interior equipment Controls proximately 20 seconds until the LED on flashing rapidly and then stays lit constantly for the interior mirror flashes. This erases all 2 seconds, the system features a rolling code programming of the buttons on the interior radio system.
Page 184 Controls Interior equipment Likewise, press and hold the button of the hold the two outer buttons on the interior mir‐ desired function on the hand-held trans‐ ror simultaneously for approximately 20 sec‐ mitter. onds until the LED on the interior mirror flashes rapidly.
Page 185 Interior equipment Controls World map with magnetic zones Procedure Procedure Press and hold the control button for ap‐ Make sure that there are no large metallic prox. 3 to 4 seconds. The number of the objects or overhead power lines near the set compass zone appears in the mirror.
Page 186 Controls Interior equipment Emptying Settings are stored automatically after approxi‐ mately 10 seconds. Take out the insert. Cigarette lighter Sun visor WARNING Contact with hot heating elements or the Glare shield hot socket of the cigarette lighter can cause Fold the sun visor down or up. burns.
Page 187 Interior equipment Controls Front center console Push in the cigarette lighter. The cigarette lighter can be re‐ moved as soon as it pops back out. Sockets General information The lighter socket can be used as a socket for Slide the cover forward. electrical equipment while the engine is run‐...
Page 188 Controls Interior equipment In the cargo area In the center console The socket is located on the left side in the A USB interface is located in the center con‐ cargo area. sole. USB interface Cargo area Concept Cargo cover Mobile devices with USB port can be con‐...
Page 189 Interior equipment Controls Removing General information The rear seat backrest is divided at a ratio of Cargo cover in rear window 60 to 40. The left rear seat backrest is con‐ Pull the cargo cover with both hands by the nected to the center section.
Page 190 Controls Interior equipment NOTE Vehicle parts can be damaged when folding down the rear backrest. There is a risk of property damage. Make sure that the area of movement of the rear backrest including head restraint is clear when folding down.◀ Folding down the rear seat backrest from the rear Reach into the recess and pull the rear seat...
Page 191: Storage Compartments
Storage compartments Controls Storage compartments Vehicle features and options ▷ Storage compartment in the front center armrest, refer to page 192. This chapter describes all standard, country- ▷ Compartments in the doors, refer to specific and optional features offered with the page 192.
Page 192 Controls Storage compartments Front storage compartment Closing Fold cover closed. Locking The glove compartment can be locked with an integrated key. This prevents access to the glove compartment. After the glove compartment is locked, the re‐ mote control can be handed over, such as at a hotel, without the integrated key.
Page 193 Storage compartments Controls Repositioning Front The center armrest can be pushed forward or backward and engages in the end positions. Connection for an external audio device An external audio device, for in‐ stance an MP3 player, can be connected via the USB audio in‐ terface in the center armrest.
Page 194 Controls Storage compartments Clothes hooks Multi-function hook Information Safety information WARNING WARNING Improper use of the multi-function hooks Clothing articles on the clothes hooks can lead to a risk of objects flying about during can obstruct the view while driving. There is a braking and evasive maneuvers.
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Page 197: Driving Tips
Driving tips This chapter provides you with information useful in dealing with specific driving and operating modes. Online Edition for Part no. 01402978272 - II/17...
Page 198: Things To Remember When Driving
Driving tips Things to remember when driving Things to remember when driving Vehicle features and options Avoid full load or kickdown under all circum‐ stances. This chapter describes all standard, country- specific and optional features offered with the From 1,200 miles/2,000 km series.
Page 199 Things to remember when driving Driving tips General driving notes Mobile communication devices in the vehicle Closing the tailgate WARNING Vehicle electronics and mobile phones Safety information can influence one another. There is radiation WARNING due to the transmission operations of mobile phones.
Page 200 Driving tips Things to remember when driving Braking safely Hills The vehicle is equipped with ABS as a stand‐ General information ard feature. Drive long or steep downhill gradients in the Perform an emergency stop in situations that gear that requires least braking effort. Other‐ require such.
Page 201 Things to remember when driving Driving tips Condensation water under the parked vehicle When using the automatic climate control, condensation water develops and collects un‐ derneath the vehicle. Driving on racetracks Higher mechanical and thermal loads during racetrack operation lead to increased wear. This wear is not covered by the warranty.
Page 202: Loading
Driving tips Loading Loading Vehicle features and options NOTE Fluids in the cargo area can cause dam‐ This chapter describes all standard, country- age. There is a risk of property damage. Make specific and optional features offered with the sure that no fluids leak in the cargo area.◀ series.
Page 203 Loading Driving tips Load Lashing eyes in the cargo area The maximum load is the sum of the weight of the occupants and the cargo. There are four lashing eyes in the cargo area for securing cargo. The greater the weight of the occupants, the less cargo that can be transported.
Page 204 Driving tips Loading Safety information ▷ The roof load should not extend past the loading area. WARNING ▷ Always place the heaviest pieces on the When driving with roof load, e.g., with bottom. roof-mounted luggage rack, driving safety may ▷ Secure the roof luggage firmly, e.g., using not be ensured in driving-critical situations due ratchet straps.
Page 205: Saving Fuel
Saving fuel Driving tips Saving fuel Vehicle features and options Close the windows and glass sunroof This chapter describes all standard, country- specific and optional features offered with the Driving with the glass sunroof and windows series. It also describes features that are not open results in increased air resistance and necessarily available in your vehicle, e.
Page 206 The flow of fuel is interrupted while coasting. ieve optimal vehicle efficiency and service life. BMW recommends that maintenance work be performed by a BMW dealer’s service center. Switch off the engine during For information on the BMW Maintenance longer stops System, refer to page 243.
Page 207 Saving fuel Driving tips In addition, context-sensitive instructions are Select the desired setting. displayed to assist with an optimized fuel con‐ Using iDrive sumption driving style. The achieved extended range is displayed in "My Vehicle" the instrument cluster as bonus range. "Vehicle settings"...
Page 208 Driving tips Saving fuel Coasting Depending on your vehicle's equipment, the ECO PRO displays also inform you about your Fuel-efficiency can be optimized by disengag‐ current driving style. This is indicated by a ing the engine and coasting with the engine pointer which moves along a scale.
Page 209 Saving fuel Driving tips Adjust the time frame. Symbol Measure Steptronic transmission: Reset fuel consumption history Switch from M/S to D and avoid Press button. manual shift interventions. "Reset consumption history" Manual transmission: Follow the shift instructions. Coasting Manual transmission: Concept Engage neutral for an engine stop.
Page 210 Driving tips Saving fuel ▷ The selector lever is in selector lever posi‐ tion D. ▷ Engine and transmission are at operating temperature. Operation via shift paddles Concept Depending on the vehicle's equipment, the Color code blue: coasting mode. coasting mode can be influenced with the shift paddles.
Page 211 Saving fuel Driving tips The range of the vehicle can be extended by Tips for an energy-saving driving style, Saving adopting an efficient driving style. fuel, refer to page 205. This gain in range is displayed as a bonus range in the instrument cluster and on the Control Display.
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Page 213: Mobility
Mobility In order to always ensure your mobility, you will find important information on operating fluids, wheels and tires, maintenance and Roadside Assistance in the following. Online Edition for Part no. 01402978272 - II/17...
Page 214: Refueling
Mobility Refueling Refueling Vehicle features and options Fuel cap This chapter describes all standard, country- Opening specific and optional features offered with the Briefly press the rear edge of the fuel filler series. It also describes features that are not flap.
Page 215 Refueling Mobility Closing WARNING The retaining strap of the fuel cap can be jammed and crushed during closing. The cap cannot be correctly closed. Fuel or fuel vapors can escape. There is a risk of injury or risk of property damage. Pay attention that the retain‐ ing strap is not jammed or crushed when clos‐...
Page 216: Fuel
Mobility Fuel Fuel Vehicle features and options Safety information NOTE This chapter describes all standard, country- Do not press the Start/Stop button after specific and optional features offered with the refueling with the wrong fuel. Furthermore, the series. It also describes features that are not catalytic converter is permanently damaged.
Page 217 Failure to comply with these recommendations may result in the need for unscheduled main‐ tenance.◀ Recommended fuel grade BMW recommends AKI 91. Minimum fuel grade BMW recommends AKI 89. If you use gasoline with this minimum AKI Rat‐ ing, the engine may produce knocking sounds when starting at high external temperatures.
Page 218: Wheels And Tires
Mobility Wheels and tires Wheels and tires Vehicle features and options The displays of inflation devices may under- read by up to 0.1 bar/2 psi. This chapter describes all standard, country- Tires have a natural, consistent loss of tire in‐ specific and optional features offered with the flation pressure.
Page 219 Wheels and tires Mobility Tire size Pressure specifications in bar/PSI Rear: 255/40 R 18 2.4 / 35 95 Y RSC Front: 225/45 ZR 2.2 / 32 18 95 Y XL Std Rear: 255/40 ZR 2.4 / 35 18 99 Y XL Std These pressure values can also be found on the tire inflation pressure label on the driver's Front: 225/40 R 19...
Page 220 Mobility Wheels and tires values in the tire inflation pressure table, refer Tire size Pressure specifications to page 220, and adjust as necessary. in bar/PSI 225/40 R 19 93 V 2.4 / 35 2.9 / 42 Tire inflation pressure values over M+S XL A/S RSC 100 mph/160 km/h Front:...
Page 221 Wheels and tires Mobility Tire size Pressure specifications Tire size Pressure specifications in bar/PSI in bar/PSI Front: 225/35 R 20 2.8 / 41 Front: 225/35 2.8 / 41 90 Y XL RSC R 20 90 Y XL RSC Rear: 255/30 R 20 3.3 / 48 Rear: 255/30 R 20 3.3 / 48...
Page 222 Mobility Wheels and tires Tire size Pressure specifications Tire size Pressure specifications in bar/PSI in bar/PSI Front: 225/40 R 19 2.8 / 41 Front: 2.8 / 41 89 Y RSC 225/40 R 19 89 Y Rear: 255/35 R 19 2.9 / 42 92 Y RSC Rear: 255/35 R 19 2.9 / 42...
Page 223 Wheels and tires Mobility Speed letter Treadwear Q = up to 100 mph, 160 km/h The treadwear grade is a comparative rating based on the wear rate of the tire when tested R = up to 106 mph, 170 km/h under controlled conditions on a specified gov‐...
Page 224 Mobility Wheels and tires Minimum tread depth WARNING The temperature grade for this tire is es‐ tablished for a tire that is properly inflated and not overloaded. Excessive speed, underinfla‐ tion, or excessive loading, either separately or in combination, can cause heat buildup and possible tire failure.◀...
Page 225 If possible, drive around obstacles, or drive over them slowly and carefully.◀ Changing wheels and tires Mounting For each tire size, BMW recommends certain tire brands. The tire brands can be identified Have mounting and wheel balancing carried by a star on the tire sidewall.
Page 226 Mobility Wheels and tires Retreaded tires shop. After rotating, check the tire pressure and correct, if needed. The manufacturer of your vehicle does not rec‐ ommend the use of retreaded tires. Rotating the tires between the axes is not per‐ missible on vehicles with different tire sizes or WARNING rim sizes on the front and rear axles.
Page 227 Wheels and tires Mobility Changing run-flat tires into the tires, which seals the damage from the inside. For your own safety, only use run-flat tires. No spare tire is available in the case of a flat tire. The compressor can be used to check the tire inflation pressure.
Page 228 Mobility Wheels and tires Compressor Take the connection hose completely out of the compressor housing. Do not kink the hose. On/off switch Holder for sealant container Attach the connection hose to the connec‐ Reduce inflation pressure tor of the sealing container, ensuring that it Inflation pressure dial engages audibly.
Page 229 Wheels and tires Mobility Screw the connection hose onto the tire NOTE valve of the nonworking wheel. The compressor can overheat during ex‐ tended operation. There is a risk of property damage. Do not run the compressor for more than 10 min.◀ Let the compressor run for approx.
Page 230 Mobility Wheels and tires If possible, do not drive at speeds less than ▷ To reduce the pressure: press the but‐ 12 mph/20 km/h. ton on the compressor. Correcting the tire inflation pressure Continuing the trip Stop at a suitable location. Do not exceed the maximum permissible speed of 50 mph/80 km/h.
Page 231 Wheels and tires Mobility cording to the snow chain manufacturer's in‐ WARNING structions. On soft or slippery ground, e.g., snow, Do not initialize the Flat Tire Monitor after ice, tiles, etc., the vehicle jack can slip away. mounting snow chains, as doing so may result There is a risk of injury.
Page 232 Mobility Wheels and tires Securing the vehicle against rolling ▷ Switch on the hazard warning system. ▷ Set the parking brake. General information ▷ Engage a gear or selector lever position P. The vehicle manufacturer recommends to ad‐ ▷ As soon as permitted by the traffic flow, ditionally secure the vehicle against rolling have all vehicle occupants get out of the away when changing a wheel.
Page 233 Wheels and tires Mobility do not change this position while using the ve‐ Make sure that the vehicle jack foot is ex‐ hicle jack.◀ tended vertically. Hold the vehicle jack with one hand, ar‐ row 1, and grasp the crank with your other hand, arrow 2.
Page 234 Mobility Wheels and tires Turn the crank on the vehicle jack counter‐ clockwise to retract the jack and lower the vehicle. Remove the vehicle jack. After the wheel change Tighten the lug bolts crosswise. The tight‐ ening torque is 101 lb ft/140 Nm. Stow the nonworking wheel in the cargo area.
Page 235: Engine Compartment
Engine compartment Mobility Engine compartment Vehicle features and options to the selected options or country versions. This also applies to safety-related functions This chapter describes all standard, country- and systems. When using these functions and specific and optional features offered with the systems, the applicable laws and regulations series.
Page 236 Mobility Engine compartment Hood NOTE Folded-away wipers can be jammed Safety information when the hood is opened. There is a risk of property damage. Make sure that the wipers WARNING with the wiper blades mounted are folded Improperly executed work in the engine down onto the windshield before opening the compartment can damage vehicle compo‐...
Page 237: Engine Oil
Engine oil Mobility Engine oil Vehicle features and options Electronic oil measurement This chapter describes all standard, country- Status display specific and optional features offered with the series. It also describes features that are not Concept necessarily available in your vehicle, e. g., due The engine oil level is monitored electronically to the selected options or country versions.
Page 238 Mobility Engine oil Performing a detailed measurement Safety information In order to perform a detailed measurement of NOTE the engine oil level: confirm the message re‐ An engine oil level that is too low causes garding the engine oil level display. engine damage.
Page 239 The oil filler neck is located in the engine com‐ partment, refer to page 235. BMW Longlife-14 FE+. Opening the oil filler neck The oil rating BMW Longlife-14 FE+ is only Open the hood, refer to page 236. suitable for particular gasoline engines. Open the lid counterclockwise.
Page 240 Mobility Engine oil The viscosity grades SAE 0W-20 or SAE 5W-20 are only suitable for particular engines. More information about suitable engine oil rat‐ ings and viscosities of engine oils can be re‐ quested from a dealer’s service center or an‐ other qualified service center or repair shop.
Page 241: Coolant
Coolant Mobility Coolant Vehicle features and options Coolant level This chapter describes all standard, country- General information specific and optional features offered with the The coolant level is indicted using minimum series. It also describes features that are not and maximum markings. Depending on the necessarily available in your vehicle, e.
Page 242 Mobility Coolant Checking the coolant level in the filler Adding neck Let the engine cool. There are yellow Min and Max marks in the Turn the lid of the coolant reservoir slightly coolant reservoir. counterclockwise to allow any excess pressure to dissipate, then open it. Let the engine cool.
Page 243: Maintenance
Therefore, hand the service advisor the remote BMW maintenance system control with which the vehicle was driven most recently. The maintenance system indicates required maintenance measures, and thereby provides Storage periods support in maintaining road safety and the op‐...
Page 244 Mobility Maintenance Emissions service center or repair shop. Records of regu‐ lar maintenance and repair work should be re‐ ▷ The warning lamp lights up: tained. Emissions are deteriorating. Have the vehicle checked as soon as possible. Socket for OBD Onboard Diagnosis ▷...
Page 245: Replacing Components
Replacing components Mobility Replacing components Vehicle features and options Replacing the wiper blades To change the wiper blades, fold up the This chapter describes all standard, country- wiper arms, refer to page 89. specific and optional features offered with the Fold up and hold the wiper arm firmly.
Page 246 Mobility Replacing components Light-emitting diodes (LEDs) er’s service center or another qualified service center or repair shop. WARNING A spare light box is available from a dealer’s Too intensive brightness can irritate or service center or another qualified service cen‐ damage the retina of the eye.
Page 247 Replacing components Mobility 35-watt bulb, H8. contact a dealer’s service center or another qualified service center or repair shop. Use the handle of the screwdriver from the onboard vehicle tool kit to remove the Tail lamps, bulb replacement three wheel house panel screws, arrow 1. Carefully pull back the wheel house panel, Tail lights, license plate lights, and arrow 2.
Page 248 Mobility Replacing components compatible vehicle batteries is available at your ▷ Date: update. dealer’s service center.◀ ▷ Glass sunroof and sliding visor: initialize the system. Charging the battery Disposing of old batteries General information Have old batteries disposed of by a Make sure that the battery is always suffi‐...
Page 249 Replacing components Mobility Removing the cover In the cargo area Use the onboard vehicle tool kit to loosen Fold the cargo floor panel up, arrow. the three cover screws, arrow 1. Reach under the cargo floor panel and fold Pull up the holder, arrow 2. the cargo floor panel up, arrow.
Page 250 Mobility Replacing components Pull the cargo floor panel to the loading lip, arrow 1, and press downward, arrow 2. Online Edition for Part no. 01402978272 - II/17...
Page 251: Breakdown Assistance
Breakdown assistance Mobility Breakdown assistance Vehicle features and options Overview This chapter describes all standard, country- specific and optional features offered with the series. It also describes features that are not necessarily available in your vehicle, e. g., due to the selected options or country versions. This also applies to safety-related functions and systems.
Page 252 E.g., Fold back the trim. the current position of the vehicle, if it can be established. Even if you can no longer hear the BMW First-aid kit Response Center through the loudspeak‐ ers, the BMW Response Center may still General information be able to hear you.
Page 253 If the jumper cables are connected in the dure. incorrect order, sparking may occur. There is a Open the cover of the BMW starting aid risk of injury. Pay attention to the correct order terminal. during connection.◀...
Page 254 Mobility Breakdown assistance Starting the engine needs to be applied when braking and steering. Never use spray fluids to start the engine. ▷ Larger steering wheel movements are re‐ Start the engine of the assisting vehicle quired. and let it run for several minutes at an in‐ ▷...
Page 255 Breakdown assistance Mobility Tow truck With xDrive The vehicle should only be transported on a The vehicle should only be transported on a loading platform. loading platform. NOTE NOTE The vehicle can be damaged when tow‐ The vehicle can become damaged when ing the vehicle with a single lifted axle.
Page 256 Mobility Breakdown assistance Tow fitting If the electrical system has failed, clearly iden‐ tify the vehicle being towed by placing a sign General information or a warning triangle in the rear window. Safety information WARNING If the approved gross vehicle weight of the towing vehicle is lighter than the vehicle to be towed, the tow fitting can tear off or it will not be possible to control the vehicle's re‐...
Page 257 Breakdown assistance Mobility Screw thread for tow fitting Stop at a suitable location, remove the tow bar or rope, and switch off the hazard warning system. Have the vehicle checked by a dealer’s service center or another qualified service center or repair shop. Press on the mark on the edge of the cover to push it out.
Page 258: Care
Mobility Care Care Vehicle features and options ▷ Minimum distance from glass sunroof: 31.5 in/80 cm. This chapter describes all standard, country- specific and optional features offered with the Automatic vehicle washes series. It also describes features that are not necessarily available in your vehicle, e.
Page 259 Vehicle care products Press on the clutch pedal. General information Press the Start/Stop button. BMW recommends using vehicle care and To start the engine with Steptronic transmis‐ cleaning products from BMW. Suitable care sion: products are available from a dealer’s service center or another qualified service center or re‐...
Page 260 Mobility Care Vehicle paint Clean the upholstery down to the seams using large sweeping motions. Avoid rubbing the General information material vigorously. Regular care contributes to driving safety and Safety information value retention. Environmental influences in areas with elevated air pollution or natural con‐ NOTE taminants, such as tree resin or pollen can af‐...
Page 261 Care Mobility Fine wood parts Carpets and floor mats Clean fine wood facing and fine wood compo‐ WARNING nents only with a moist rag. Then dry with a Objects in the driver's floor area can limit soft cloth. the pedal distance or block a depressed pedal. There is a risk of an accident.
Page 262 Mobility Care Clean the protective glass of the Head-up Dis‐ play using a microfiber cloth and commercially available dish-washing soap. Long-term vehicle storage When the vehicle is shut down for longer than three months, special measures must be taken. Further information is available from a dealer’s service center or another qualified service center or repair shop.
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Page 265: Reference
Reference This chapter contains the technical data and an index that will quickly take you to the information you need. Online Edition for Part no. 01402978272 - II/17...
Page 266: Technical Data
The specified heights do not take into account attached parts, e.g., a roof antenna, roof racks BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe Width with mirrors inches/mm 79.4/2,017 Width without mirrors inches/mm 71.9/1,825...
Page 267 Technical data Reference Weights 430i Approved gross vehicle weight Manual transmission lbs/kg 4,586/2,080 Steptronic transmission lbs/kg 4,630/2,100 Load lbs/kg 838/380 Approved front axle load Manual transmission lbs/kg 2,138/970 Steptronic transmission lbs/kg 2,138/970 Approved rear axle load lbs/kg 2,679/1,215 Approved roof load capacity lbs/kg 165/75 440i...
Page 268 Reference Technical data 440i xDrive Approved gross vehicle weight lbs/kg 4,949/2,245 Load lbs/kg 899/408 Approved front axle load lbs/kg 2,359/1,070 Approved rear axle load lbs/kg 2,712/1,230 Approved roof load capacity lbs/kg 165/75 Capacities US gal/liters Notes Fuel tank, approx. 15.8/60.0 Fuel quality, refer to page Online Edition for Part no.
Page 269: Appendix
Appendix Reference Appendix Any updates to the Owner's Manual of the ve‐ hicle are listed here. Updates made after the editorial deadline These chapters of the printed Owner's Manual contain updates made after the editorial dead‐ line. Wireless charging tray Mounting position of the product.
Page 270: Everything From A To Z
Stop&Go function Average fuel consump‐ Acceleration Assistant, see Anti-slip control, see tion Launch Control Average speed Accessories and parts App, BMW Driver’s Guide Axle loads, weights Activated-charcoal filter Approved axle load Activation times, parked-car Arrival time ventilation Ashtray Active Blind Spot Detec‐...
Page 271 Everything from A to Z Reference Brake lights, brake force dis‐ Cargo area, storage compart‐ Closing the tailgate with no- play ments touch activation Brake pads, break-in Cargo cover Clothes hooks Braking, information Cargo, stowing and secur‐ Coasting Breakdown assis‐ Coasting with engine decou‐...
Page 272 Reference Everything from A to Z Control systems, driving sta‐ Dehumidifying, air 174, Driving stability control sys‐ bility Deleting personal data tems Convenient opening with the Deletion of personal data Driving style analysis remote control Destination distance Driving tips Coolant Device list DSC Dynamic Stability Con‐...
Page 273 Everything from A to Z Reference Engine, automatic Start/Stop Fuel function Fuel cap Engine, automatic switch- Failure message, see Check Fuel consumption his‐ Control tory Engine compartment False alarm, see Unintentional Fuel consumption, see Aver‐ Engine compartment, work‐ alarm age fuel consumption ing in Fan, see Air flow 175, Fuel filler flap...
Page 274 Reference Everything from A to Z Headlight glass Individual settings, see driver In the vicinity of the roof‐ Headlights, care profiles liner Head restraints, front Inflation pressure, tires In the vicinity of the steering Head restraints, rear Inflation pressure warning wheel Head-up Display FTM, tires...
Page 275 Everything from A to Z Reference Light-emitting diodes, Manual operation, Side Neck restraints, front, see LEDs View Head restraints Lighting Manual operation, Top Neck restraints, rear, see Light in the exterior mirror, View Head restraints see Active Blind Spot De‐ Manual transmission Neutral cleaner, see Wheel tection...
Page 276 Reference Everything from A to Z Push-and-turn reel, see Con‐ RES button, see Cruise con‐ troller trol Paint, vehicle Reserve warning, see Panic alarm, see Panic Range mode Reset, Tire Pressure Monitor Panic mode Racetrack operation Parallel parking assistant Radiator fluid Retreaded tires Park Distance Control Radio...
Page 277 Everything from A to Z Reference Seating position for chil‐ Socket, OBD Onboard Diag‐ Stowing and securing dren nostics cargo Seat, see Memory func‐ Software update Suitable devices tion SOS button Suitable engine oil types Securing cargo Speed, average Suitable mobile phones Selection list in instrument Speed Limit Info Summer tires, tread...
Page 278 Reference Everything from A to Z Time of arrival Turning circle Ventilation Tire damage Turning radius lines, rearview Ventilation, see Parked-car Tire identification marks camera ventilation Tire inflation pressure Turn signals, operation VIN, see Vehicle identification Tire inflation pressure moni‐ number tor, see FTM Voice activation system...
Page 279 Everything from A to Z Reference Windshield washer sys‐ Windshield washer system, see Washer/wiper sys‐ Windshield wiper, see Wiper system Winter storage, care Winter tires, suitable tires Winter tires, tread Wiper Wiper blades, replacing Wiper fluid Wiper, fold-away position Wiper system Wood, care Word match concept, naviga‐...
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