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OWNER'S MANUAL.
BMW X7.
Online Edition for Part no. 01405A7B198 - II/23

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  • Page 1 Content OWNER'S MANUAL. BMW X7. Online Edition for Part no. 01405A7B198 - II/23...
  • Page 3 The more familiar you are with the vehicle, the better control you will have on the road. We therefore strongly suggest the following: Read this Owner's Manual before starting off in your new BMW. Also use the Integrated Owner's Manual in the vehicle. It contains important notes on vehicle operation that will help you make full use of the technical features available in your BMW.

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    CONTROLS Dashboard ......................Sensors of the vehicle ..................Operating condition of the vehicle ..............BMW iDrive ......................BMW Remote Software Upgrade ..............Personal settings ....................Opening and closing ..................Seats, mirrors and steering wheel ..............Transporting children safely ................Driving ........................
  • Page 5 © 2023 Bayerische Motoren Werke Aktiengesellschaft Munich, Germany Reprinting, including excerpts, only with the written consent of BMW AG, Munich. US English ID8 II/23, - Printed on environmentally friendly paper, bleached without chlorine, suitable for recycling. Online Edition for Part no. 01405A7B198 - II/23...

  • Page 6: Notes Information

    NOTES Information Information Using this Owner's Manual Media at a glance Orientation General information The fastest way to find information on a partic- The contents of the Owner's Manual are avail- ular topic is by using the index. able in various media formats. The following Owner's Manual media formats are available: For an overview of the vehicle, we recommend reading the quick reference guide in the own-...
  • Page 7 Selecting context help from a menu els. The BMW Driver’s Guide Web can be displayed in any current browser. Press and hold the desired menu item.
  • Page 8 NOTES Information ▷ First possibility. An authorized service center is happy to an- swer any questions that you may have about ▷ Second possibility. the features and options applicable to the vehi- cle. Icons on vehicle parts This symbol on a vehicle component Status of the Owner's indicates that further information on the component is available in the Owner's Manual.
  • Page 9 Warranty BMW parts and accessories have been tested by BMW for their safety and suitability in BMW The vehicle is technically configured for the vehicles. operating conditions and registration require- BMW warrants genuine BMW parts and acces- ments applicable in the country of first delivery, sories.
  • Page 10 California to cause cancer and birth defects Specifications for maintenance measures: or other reproductive harm. To minimize ex- ▷ BMW maintenance system. posure, avoid breathing exhaust, do not idle Maintenance, refer to page 378. the engine except as necessary, service the ▷...
  • Page 11 Information NOTES for instance driver assistance systems. Fur- ▷ Operating states of system components, thermore, control units facilitate comfort or in- such as fill levels, tire pressure, battery sta- fotainment functions. tus. Information about stored or exchanged data ▷ Malfunctions and faults in important sys- can be requested from the manufacturer of the tem components, for instance lights and vehicle, in a separate booklet, for example.
  • Page 12 NOTES Information Data entry and data transfer into transferred to the mobile devices at the same time. Depending on the type of incorporation, the vehicle this includes, for instance, position data and other general vehicle information. This opti- General information mizes the way in which selected apps, for in- Depending on the vehicle equipment, comfort stance navigation or music playback, work.
  • Page 13 Information NOTES legal permission, contractual arrangement or EDR data is recorded by the vehicle only if a consent. It is also possible to activate or deac- nontrivial crash situation occurs; no data is re- tivate the data connection as a whole. This ex- corded by the EDR under normal driving condi- cludes functions and services required by law tions and no personal data, for instance name,...
  • Page 14 National Highway Traffic Safety Adminis- tration (NHTSA), in addition to notifying BMW of North America, LLC, P.O. Box 1227, West- wood, New Jersey 07675-1227, Telephone 1-800-831-1117.
  • Page 15 Information NOTES 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. Online Edition for Part no. 01405A7B198 - II/23...

  • Page 16: Quick Reference

    QUICK REFERENCE Getting in Getting in Opening and closing Locking with the vehicle key Close the driver's door. Vehicle key Press the button on the vehicle key. All vehicle access points are locked. Buttons for the central locking system Overview Buttons on the vehicle key.
  • Page 17 Getting in QUICK REFERENCE Displays, control elements Panic mode You can trigger the alarm system if you find yourself in a dangerous situation. In the vicinity of the steering wheel ▷ Press the button on the vehicle key and hold for at least 3 seconds. ▷...
  • Page 18 Press the button on the steering wheel briefly. BMW iDrive Say the command. Principle Canceling voice control BMW iDrive is the vehicle’s display and oper- ating concept and includes a wide range of functions. ▷ Press the button on the steering wheel again.

  • Page 19: Set-Up And Use

    Set-up and use QUICK REFERENCE Set-up and use Seats, mirrors and steering Side extensions wheel Adjusting seats Fold the side extensions forward to increase side support. Adjusting the exterior mirrors Backrest width 2 Thigh support 3 Longitudinal direction/height/seat tilt 4 Upper backrest 5 Backrest tilt/head restraint 6 Lumbar support Adjusting the head restraint...
  • Page 20 QUICK REFERENCE Set-up and use Adjusting the steering wheel Storing settings position Set the desired position. Press the button. The LED illumi- nates. Press the desired memory button 1 or 2 while the LED is illuminated. A signal sounds. Calling up settings Press the desired memory button 1 or 2.
  • Page 21 Set-up and use QUICK REFERENCE Accepting a call Button Function Depending on the equipment, incoming calls Turn the button to adjust the can be answered in several ways. volume. ▷ Via iDrive: Press the button to switch off "Accept" the sound output. Pressing the button again restores the pre- vious volume setting.

  • Page 22: On The Road

    QUICK REFERENCE On the road On the road Driving Steptronic transmission Engaging selector lever position D, N, Drive-ready state R, S Turning on the drive-ready state Depress the brake pedal. Press the Start/Stop button. ▷ D is drive. Turning off drive-ready state ▷...
  • Page 23 On the road QUICK REFERENCE Light and view Parking brake Setting the parking brake Turn signal, high beams, headlight Pull the switch. flasher The LED on the switch and the indica- tor light in the instrument cluster are Turn signal illuminated.
  • Page 24 QUICK REFERENCE On the road Lights and lighting Window wiper system Buttons in the vehicle Turning on window wiper system Icon Function Exterior lighting menu. Automatic headlight control. Low beams. Exterior lighting off. Exterior lighting off. Press the lever up until the desired position is reached.
  • Page 25 On the road QUICK REFERENCE Activating/deactivating rain sensor Rear wiper Switching on the rear wiper Enable: press lever up once from the 0 posi- tion, arrow 1. Turn the outer switch upward. Disable: press lever back into the 0 position. ▷...
  • Page 26 QUICK REFERENCE On the road Buttons, automatic climate control Icon Function Air conditioning. Maximum cooling. Air recirculation mode. Automatic recirculated-air con- Icon Function trol. Defrost function. Fresh air. Rear window defroster. Air flow. Buttons, rear automatic climate control Air distribution. ▷...
  • Page 27 On the road QUICK REFERENCE Intermediate stop Icon Function Air distribution. Refueling Fuel cap Seat and armrest heating. To open the fuel filler flap, press on the rear edge, arrow. The fuel filler flap opens. Turn the fuel cap counterclockwise. Place the fuel cap in the bracket attached to the fuel filler flap.
  • Page 28 Cleaning the wheels Providing assistance The friction during hard braking may produce brake dust and make the rims dirty. Brake dust can be removed by cleaning the rims. BMW Hazard warning system recommends using vehicle care and cleaning agents from BMW.
  • Page 29 On the road QUICK REFERENCE ConnectedDrive BMW Assistance Contact BMW Assistance for information and support for all aspects of the vehicle. Apps menu "All apps" "BMW Assistance" Select the desired service. Follow the displays on the control display. A voice connection is established.

  • Page 30: Dashboard

    CONTROLS Dashboard Dashboard Vehicle features and options available, or may become available in the fu- ture, even if they are not present in the vehicle. Additional information: This chapter describes model-specific equip- ment, systems, and functions that are currently Vehicle equipment, refer to page 8. In the vicinity of the steering wheel Roller sunblinds, rear side win- Unlocking...
  • Page 31 Dashboard CONTROLS Front passenger seat functionality Interrupt Cruise Control systems. Memory function Set speed Massage function 12 Instrument cluster 13 Steering wheel buttons, right Displaying menu bar in instru- Operating the second seat row ment cluster Volume, see Owner's Manual for Opening and closing cargo area Navigation, Entertainment and Communication...
  • Page 32 CONTROLS Dashboard Rear wiper Exterior lighting menu Automatic High Beam Assistant Clean the rear window Driving lights automatic Low beams Horn, entire surface Adaptive lighting functions Exterior lighting off Adjusting the steering wheel Unlocking the hood 17 Fold-out compartment 18 Lights In the vicinity of the center console Control display Defrost function...
  • Page 33 Dashboard CONTROLS Radio/multimedia, see Owner's Manual for Driving Dynamics Control Navigation, Entertainment, and Communi- SPORT drive mode cation COMFORT drive mode Adjusting the volume ECO PRO drive mode Station/title forward Hill Descent Control Station/title back Turning drive-ready state on/off 4 Button for glove compartment 5 Controller with buttons Two-axle ride level control Auto Start/Stop function...
  • Page 34 CONTROLS Dashboard In the vicinity of the headliner Emergency Call, SOS Depending on the vehicle equip- ment: opening the rear sun pro- tection Glass sunroof Depending on the vehicle equip- ment: closing the rear sun protec- tion Indicator light, front passenger Interior lights airbag Reading lights...

  • Page 35: Sensors Of The Vehicle

    Sensors of the vehicle CONTROLS Sensors of the vehicle Vehicle features and options Cameras This chapter describes model-specific equip- Front camera ment, systems, and functions that are currently available, or may become available in the fu- ture, even if they are not present in the vehicle. Additional information: Vehicle equipment, refer to page 8.
  • Page 36 CONTROLS Sensors of the vehicle Top view cameras ▷ When the camera field of view is covered, for instance by a fogged up windshield or labels. ▷ If the camera lens is dirty or damaged. ▷ With exterior mirrors folded in. ▷...
  • Page 37 Sensors of the vehicle CONTROLS Front radar sensor Functional requirement of the radar sensors The areas of the radar sensors are clean and clear. Additional information: ▷ Washing the vehicle, refer to page 392. ▷ Vehicle care, refer to page 393. System limits of the radar sensors The function of the radar sensors can be lim- The front radar sensor is located in the front...
  • Page 38 CONTROLS Sensors of the vehicle Ultrasonic sensors Functional requirement of the ultrasonic sensors Ultrasonic sensors, front The areas of the ultrasonic sensors are clean and clear. Additional information: ▷ Washing the vehicle, refer to page 392. ▷ Vehicle care, refer to page 393. System limits of the ultrasonic sensors The detection of objects with ultrasonic meas-...
  • Page 39 Sensors of the vehicle CONTROLS ▷ For objects with a fine surface or objects such as wire mesh fences. ▷ For objects with porous surfaces. ▷ With small and low objects, for instance boxes. ▷ Low objects already displayed, for instance curbs, can be outside of the detection ranges of the sensors.

  • Page 40: Operating Condition Of The Vehicle

    CONTROLS Operating condition of the vehicle Operating condition of the vehicle Vehicle features and options ▷ Set the parking brake. ▷ On uphill grades or on downhill slopes, turn the front wheels in the direction of This chapter describes model-specific equip- the curb.
  • Page 41 Operating condition of the vehicle CONTROLS In some situations, the idle state is not set au- tomatically, for instance during a phone call or when the low beams are switched on. Establishing idle state when opening the front doors After a trip, the sleep mode can be established by opening the front doors.
  • Page 42 CONTROLS Operating condition of the vehicle Via start/stop button Warning Press the Start/Stop button. The An unsecured vehicle can begin to move and control display and the instru- possibly roll away. There is a risk of accident. ment cluster illuminate. Before leaving the vehicle, secure the vehicle against rolling away.
  • Page 43 Operating condition of the vehicle CONTROLS The ignition is activated automatically for a brief time and is stopped as soon as the en- gine starts. Most of the indicator/warning lights in the in- strument cluster illuminate for a varied length of time.

  • Page 44: Bmw Idrive

    Main menu Principle General information BMW iDrive is the vehicle’s display and oper- ating concept and includes a wide range of The main menu is divided into different areas. functions. Overview General information...
  • Page 45 BMW iDrive CONTROLS Status information is stored. If necessary, change the filter to see the apps you want. General information ▷ "All apps": All apps and functions are dis- played. The status field can be found in the upper area of the control display.
  • Page 46 Sound output deactivated. Selecting the menu item enables or disables the function. Activation word active. Icon Meaning BMW ID or driver profile. Function is activated. Destination guidance active. Function is deactivated. Go to quick access. Wireless charging active. Enabling/disabling audible feedback Park Distance Control: sound active.
  • Page 47 Shortcuts can only be created with an active BMW ID or a driver profile. Principle Executing a function The BMW Curved Display is a single-screen Swipe from top to bottom on the control display in the vehicle that is curved towards display.
  • Page 48 Objects in the area in the front of the control General information display can slip and damage the control dis- Follow instructions for cleaning the BMW play. There is a risk of injury or risk of dam- Curved Display in the Care chapter.
  • Page 49 BMW iDrive CONTROLS "Control display" Button Function "Brightness at night" Go to Phone menu. Make the desired setting. Depending on the light conditions, the bright- ness control may not be clearly visible. Call up the navigation map. System limits Call up the destination input menu In the case of very high temperatures on the for navigation.
  • Page 50 CONTROLS BMW iDrive Entering letters and numbers Input Turn the Controller: select letters or num- bers. : confirm entry. Setting the system language, refer to page 55. Deleting an entry Operating via the Controller Icon Function Opening the main menu Press Controller: delete a letter or num- ber.
  • Page 51 BMW iDrive CONTROLS Using alphabetical lists "Touchpad" Select the desired setting. Alphabetical lists with more than 30 entries permit a direct jump to letters for which an en- Entering letters and numbers try exists. ▷ Enter characters as they are displayed on Enter the first letter on the touchpad.
  • Page 52 "Add to shortcuts": define menu item as Assistant shortcut. Entering letters and numbers Principle Input The BMW Intelligent Personal Assistant is a personal assistant that enables natural voice If necessary, tap the icon or control operation of various vehicle functions. The display.
  • Page 53 In addition to the preset activation word, a voice control feature: personal activation word can be set up with an active BMW ID or a driver profile. The per- sonal activation word can also be changed or ▷ Press the button on the steering deleted.
  • Page 54 BMW Intelligent Personal Assistant. The activation word from connected third- party providers can be used in addition to your Sample commands preset or personal activation word from BMW. ▷ ›Call John Smith‹ Apps menu ▷...
  • Page 55 "System settings" when speaking them out loud. "Voice control" Activate the voice control system. "Personal Assistant (BMW)" ›Media‹ "Response length" ›Presets‹ Select the desired setting. The stored stations are displayed on the control display.
  • Page 56 Apps menu Functional requirement "Vehicle apps" ▷ A BMW ID or driver profile is activated. "System settings" ▷ An active Amazon account must exist. "Voice control" "Long press" Select the desired setting.
  • Page 57 Amazon Alexa Car Integration is activated in ▷ Major language dialects can cause prob- the vehicle and My BMW app if necessary. lems with the speech recognition feature. Follow the instructions from the Amazon Alexa ▷...
  • Page 58 CONTROLS BMW iDrive Settings Carrying out gestures Apps menu ▷ Perform gestures underneath the interior mirror and next to the steering wheel. "Vehicle apps" ▷ Execute gestures clearly. "System settings" ▷ The gestures can also be executed from "Gesture control"...
  • Page 59 Control display on/off o-five fingers" Gesture shortcuts can only be created with an Select the desired setting. active BMW ID or a driver profile. System limits Configure gesture shortcut Gesture recognition by the camera in the The desired function can be selected directly in headliner can be disturbed by the following cir- every menu and configured as shortcut.
  • Page 60 CONTROLS BMW iDrive ▷ The camera lens is dirty, clean camera The following information sources can also be lens. used: Sensors and camera lenses, refer to ▷ Driver’s Guide app. page 393. ▷ Driver’s Guide Web. ▷ The gesture is executed outside of the de- Safety information tection range.
  • Page 61 BMW iDrive CONTROLS Function Connection type Icon on the con- trol display Data exchange between mobile de- Wi-Fi. vice and vehicle. Keyword: vehicle WLAN. Use Internet access via the personal Wi-Fi via personal hotspot. hotspot. Keyword: personal hotspot. Using Apple CarPlay via iDrive and Bluetooth and Wi-Fi.

  • Page 62: Bmw Remote Software Upgrade

    Functional requirement General information Standby must be turned on to search for a Remote Software Upgrade. BMW recommends performing the Remote Software Upgrade as soon as it becomes Automatic search available. The vehicle regularly searches for updates in the background.
  • Page 63 "Information on version" with limited mobile network availability. Follow the instructions on the control dis- Download the upgrade in the BMW app to play. the smartphone. Display in the ConnectedDrive customer portal: Follow the instructions in the BMW app.
  • Page 64 CONTROLS BMW Remote Software Upgrade ▷ The vehicle cannot be used during the in- ▷ Switch off the exterior lighting. stallation. ▷ Remove the devices connected to the diag- ▷ The vehicle can be exited during the instal- nostic socket.
  • Page 65 Malfunction In the event of a malfunction, follow the in- structions on the control display or in the BMW app. If the malfunction cannot be corrected, contact an authorized service center or another quali- fied service center or repair shop.

  • Page 66: Personal Settings

    Login accounts. The vehicle offers different services, whose ▷ Digital key. use requires a data transfer to BMW or a serv- ice provider. Altogether, the deletion of the data can take up to 15 minutes. In addition, the vehicle is re-...
  • Page 67 Apps menu key. "Vehicle apps" If no BMW ID or driver profile is activated when "System settings" the vehicle is unlocked, the vehicle loads the guest profile. "Reset vehicle data"...
  • Page 68 Registration of your BMW ID in the vehicle can be started via the BMW app. If the BMW ID has been created by an author- ized service center and added to the vehicle, Tap the icon or personal picture in the the BMW ID must then be confirmed in the status bar.
  • Page 69 If no BMW ID and no driver profile are as- signed to this key, the guest profile is acti- ▷ "Vehicle key"...
  • Page 70 In the following cases the guest profile is auto- matically active: If synchronization is switched on, settings from ▷ A BMW ID has not yet been added or a the following areas, for example, are continu- driver profile has not yet been created. ously synchronized: ▷...
  • Page 71 Tap the icon or personal picture in the status bar. Transfer of the vehicle key "Settings" A vehicle key that is assigned to a BMW ID or "Manage profile picture" a driver profile can be used to view or change "Select profile picture"...
  • Page 72 CONTROLS Personal settings The use of personal settings that are stored for a BMW ID in other vehicles is subject to techni- cal limitations. For example, settings may be stored for a system that is not available, or available in a non-compatible version, in other vehicles.

  • Page 73: Opening And Closing

    Depending on the equipment and national- market version, various settings are possible Unlock. for the button functions. A BMW ID or a driver profile with personal set- Lock. tings can be assigned to a vehicle key. Stationary climate control, refer to To provide information on maintenance rec- page 292.
  • Page 74 If the lost vehicle key has an assigned BMW ID or driver profile, the connection to this vehicle key must be deleted. A new vehicle key can then be assigned to the BMW ID or driver pro- file.
  • Page 75 Opening and closing CONTROLS Safety information Unlocking/locking via the door lock Pull and hold the door handle outward with one hand. Warning For some national-market versions, unlock- ing from the inside is only possible with par- ticular knowledge. If persons spend a lengthy time in the vehicle and are thereby exposed to extreme temper- atures, there is a risk of injury or danger to life.
  • Page 76 CONTROLS Opening and closing Alarm system ▷ The battery of the vehicle key is discharged. ▷ Fault of the radio link from transmission If the vehicle is unlocked with the integrated towers or other equipment with high trans- key via the door lock, the activated alarm sys- mitting power.
  • Page 77 Opening and closing CONTROLS ▷ If a BMW ID or a driver profile was assigned to the vehicle key, this BMW ID or driver Warning profile will be activated. For some national-market versions, unlock- ▷ The interior lights are switched on, unless ing from the inside is only possible with par- they were manually switched off.
  • Page 78 Depending on the national-market version, the vehicle can also be unlocked and locked at the external door handle with compatible smart- phones with a digital key. Additional information: BMW Digital Key, refer to page 86. Online Edition for Part no. 01405A7B198 - II/23...
  • Page 79 Additional information: In the case of a malfunction, unlock and lock BMW Digital Key, refer to page 86. the vehicle using the buttons of the vehicle key or use the integrated key. Actions during unlocking...
  • Page 80 Additional information: The tailgate consists of the upper and the BMW Digital Key, refer to page 86. lower tailgate. The lower tailgate opens down- ward to make loading the cargo area easier. Locking/unlocking the vehicle The opened lower tailgate can be loaded with up to 250 kg.
  • Page 81 In this case, the Depending on vehicle equipment and national- cargo area can be opened with a smartphone. market version, the following settings can be Additional information: changed: BMW Digital Key, refer to page 86. Online Edition for Part no. 01405A7B198 - II/23...
  • Page 82 CONTROLS Opening and closing Functional prerequisites ▷ Press the button on the inside of the upper tailgate. ▷ Carry the vehicle key with you, e.g., in your pants pocket. ▷ Press the button on the inside of the ▷ Bluetooth must be activated on the smart- upper tailgate.
  • Page 83 Key. lowing situations: Additional information: ▷ If the vehicle drives off with a jerky move- BMW Digital Key, refer to page 86. ment. ▷ By pressing the button on the outside of Safety information the cargo area. Pressing it again opens the cargo area again.
  • Page 84 CONTROLS Opening and closing Opening the cargo area Warning Stand in the middle behind the vehicle at approx. one arm's length away from the Body parts can be jammed when operating rear of the vehicle. the tailgate. There is a risk of injury. Make sure that the travel path of the tailgate is Wave a foot under the vehicle in the driving clear during opening and closing.
  • Page 85 Malfunction General information In the event of an electrical malfunction, oper- When the BMW Digital Key is activated for the ate the unlocked trunk manually with a slow vehicle, a digital key can be used instead of the and smooth motion.
  • Page 86 Access to the vehicle interior, refer to page 76. Principle Turning on the drive-ready state BMW Digital Key allows the vehicle to be un- locked and locked, as well as started, with a Tray with thermoelectric cooling and heating compatible smartphone.
  • Page 87 You can begin the authorization process us- cation. Follow the corresponding instructions ing the My BMW app or using your activation on the smartphone or the control display. code in the corresponding smartphone func- tion, e.g., the Wallet app.
  • Page 88 If necessary, select the digital key. Delete the Digital Key. Resetting the function To reset the BMW Digital Key function, an au- thorized vehicle key must be located in the ve- hicle. When resetting the BMW Digital Key function,...
  • Page 89 Opening and closing CONTROLS Malfunction Ensure that the display is facing up. Close the cover of the smartphone tray. Digital key recognition by the vehicle may mal- function under the following circumstances: Press the Start/Stop button to turn on the drive-ready state.
  • Page 90 ▷ Vehicle settings cannot be changed via iDrive. ▷ Settings stored to a BMW ID or guest pro- Principle file cannot be changed. The soft-close automatic function reduces ef- ▷ Personal data cannot be displayed. fort and noise when closing vehicle doors.
  • Page 91 "Valet parking mode" The entire vehicle is unlocked. If necessary, "PIN" If the active BMW ID does not have an as- Touchless unlocking/locking signed PIN, this PIN must be set now. The PIN is needed to deactivate the valet park- Apps menu ing mode.
  • Page 92 CONTROLS Opening and closing The vehicle locks automatically after a short Only the upper tailgate opens. period of time if no door is opened after un- ▷ "Both tailgates" locking. The upper and lower tailgate will be opened together. Confirmation signals from the vehicle To open the upper and lower tailgate at Apps menu the same time, the upper tailgate must...
  • Page 93 "Doors and windows" If the vehicle is locked remotely using the My "Tailgate" BMW app, the alarm system is not switched Select the desired setting. Opening the doors with the alarm Alarm system...
  • Page 94 CONTROLS Opening and closing Panic mode The alarm has been triggered. You can trigger the alarm system if you find Tilt alarm sensor yourself in a dangerous situation. ▷ Press the button on the vehicle key The inclination of the vehicle is monitored. and hold for at least 3 seconds.
  • Page 95 The windows can be closed using the external same position, this task can be performed by door handle without operating the vehicle key. the BMW Intelligent Personal Assistant. This is The vehicle key is automatically detected near useful if you frequently use the same parking the vehicle.
  • Page 96 CONTROLS Opening and closing Closing the windows The vehicle key or a digital key must be inside of the vehicle. Opening windows ▷ Press the switch to the resistance point. The window opens while the switch is being held. ▷ Press the switch beyond the resist- ance point.
  • Page 97 Opening and closing CONTROLS Overview Safety information Driver's door Warning Accessories on the windows such as anten- nas can impact jam protection. There is a risk of injury. Do not install accessories in the area of movement of the windows. Closing without the jam protection system In case of danger from the outside or if icing...
  • Page 98 CONTROLS Opening and closing Turning the safety functions on/off On the rear doors Press the button to open the closed Press the button. roller sunblind or to close the open The LED illuminates if the safety func- roller sunblind. tion is switched on. If the button is pressed again during the move- ment, the roller sunblind is moved in the oppo- Glass sunroof...
  • Page 99 Opening and closing CONTROLS On the external door handle In the interior Principle Functional requirements The glass sunroof can be closed using the ex- The glass sunroof and sun protection can be ternal door handle without operating the vehi- operated under the following conditions. cle key.
  • Page 100 CONTROLS Opening and closing position. The sun protection Pressing the switch again does not move. stops the motion. ▷ The tilted glass sunroof closes. ▷ Briefly press out the switch twice in succes- sion toward the front past the resistance point.
  • Page 101 Opening and closing CONTROLS Press button again to stop the movement. Press the button to open the closed front sun protection or to close the Press the button to close the rear sun open front sun protection. protection. Press button again to stop the movement. Press button again to stop the movement.
  • Page 102 CONTROLS Opening and closing Jam protection system Principle The jam protection prevents objects or body parts from becoming jammed between the Close all doors. roof frame and glass sunroof while the glass sunroof is closing. Switch on drive-ready state or stop a mov- ing vehicle.
  • Page 103 Opening and closing CONTROLS ▷ If the glass sunroof is closed, it opens then closes again. ▷ If the glass sunroof is open, it first closes, then opens and closes again. ▷ The sun protection is initialized in the closed position. Initialization is complete once the glass sun- roof and the sun protection have opened then closed again.

  • Page 104: Seats, Mirrors And Steering Wheel

    CONTROLS Seats, mirrors and steering wheel Seats, mirrors and steering wheel Vehicle features and options Warning With a backrest inclined too far to the rear, This chapter describes model-specific equip- the protective effect of the seat belt can no ment, systems, and functions that are currently longer be ensured.
  • Page 105 General information The seat setting for the driver's seat is stored in the active BMW ID or in the active driver profile. If the BMW ID or the driver profile is reactivated at a later time, the saved position will be called up automatically.
  • Page 106 CONTROLS Seats, mirrors and steering wheel Thigh support The curvature is shifted up/down. Sport seat Backrest width Principle Adjusting the backrest width may improve side support when cornering. General information The backrest width is changed by adjusting the side sections of the backrest. When exiting the vehicle, the backrest width Pull the lever at the front of the seat and push opens completely.
  • Page 107 Seats, mirrors and steering wheel CONTROLS Adjusting the upper backrest Turning on Press the button. The LED illumi- nates. Adjust the front passenger seat on the driv- er's seat. If needed, store the memory position for the front passenger seat. Turning off ▷...
  • Page 108 CONTROLS Seats, mirrors and steering wheel Safety information Safety information Warning Warning There is a danger of jamming when moving There is a danger of jamming when moving the seats. There is a risk of injury or risk the seats. There is a risk of injury or risk of damage to property.
  • Page 109 Seats, mirrors and steering wheel CONTROLS Overview Backrest tilt The seat setting switches are located on the Tilt switch forward or backward. seats. Access to the third row of seats Resetting to base position Safety information Warning There is a danger of jamming when moving the seats.
  • Page 110 CONTROLS Seats, mirrors and steering wheel 6-seater Folding down the rear seat backrest With seven seats: General information Fold middle section of the second seat row The second seat row consists of two split up as necessary. seats with separate armrests. Push the switch once forward or backward.
  • Page 111 Seats, mirrors and steering wheel CONTROLS Third row of seats Setting the longitudinal direction General information The third row of seats consists of two divided seats. Fold up the backrest Safety information Slide the upper part of the armrest to the front Warning or rear.
  • Page 112 CONTROLS Seats, mirrors and steering wheel Folding down the rear seat backrest end position. Pressing again stops the motion. From the rear ▷ Push the switch and hold it. The rear seat backrest moves as long as the Pull the switch or hold it pulled. The switch is held down.
  • Page 113 Seats, mirrors and steering wheel CONTROLS Safety information Unlocking from the third seat row Warning Use of a seat belt to buckle more than one person will potentially defeat the ability of the seat belt to serve its protective function. There is a risk of injury or danger to life.
  • Page 114 CONTROLS Seats, mirrors and steering wheel Adjusting Seat belts can be imperceptibly damaged in the event of an accident. There is a risk of injury or danger to life. Do not modify seat belts, seat belt buckles, seat belt tension- ers, roll-up mechanisms, or belt anchors and keep them clean.
  • Page 115 Seats, mirrors and steering wheel CONTROLS Seat belt reminder General information If a door with access to the rear row seating General information is operated within 30 minutes before starting off, a message appears on the control display Make sure that the seat belts are positioned when the trip is completed and a signal tone correctly.
  • Page 116 CONTROLS Seats, mirrors and steering wheel Adjusting the height ▷ Before driving, install the removed head restraints on the occupied seats. ▷ Adjust the head restraint so its center supports the back of the head at as close to eye level as possible. ▷...
  • Page 117 Seats, mirrors and steering wheel CONTROLS Adjusting the side extensions Warning Body parts can be jammed when moving the head restraint. There is a risk of injury. Make sure that the area of movement is clear when moving the head restraint. Warning Objects on the head restraint reduce the pro- Fold the side extensions on the head restraint...
  • Page 118 CONTROLS Seats, mirrors and steering wheel Adjusting the height Second-row seating ▷ To the rear: press the button, arrow 1, and ▷ To lower: press the button, arrow 1, and fold the head restraint backward. push the head restraint down. ▷...
  • Page 119 The exterior mirror adjustment is stored in the active BMW ID or in the active driver profile. If the BMW ID or the driver profile is reactivated at a later time, the stored position is called up automatically.
  • Page 120 CONTROLS Seats, mirrors and steering wheel ▷ In car washes. Icon Meaning ▷ On narrow roads. Fold the exterior mirror in and out. Exterior mirrors that were folded in are folded out automatically at a speed of approx. 25 mph/40 km/h. Adjust the exterior mirrors.
  • Page 121 General information The steering wheel adjustment is stored in the General information active BMW ID or in the active driver profile. If the BMW ID or the driver profile is reactivated The interior mirror is dimmed automatically. at a later time, the stored position is called up Photocells are used for control: automatically.
  • Page 122 CONTROLS Seats, mirrors and steering wheel General information Storing settings Two memory locations with different settings Set the desired position. can be set for each driver profile. The following settings are not stored: Press the button. The LED illumi- ▷ Backrest width.

  • Page 123: Transporting Children Safely

    Transporting children safely CONTROLS Transporting children safely Vehicle features and options Warning Exposure to intense sunlight can cause child This chapter describes model-specific equip- restraint systems and their components to ment, systems, and functions that are currently become very hot. Persons may sustain burn available, or may become available in the fu- injuries when touching the hot components.
  • Page 124 CONTROLS Transporting children safely Safety information shorter than 5 ft/150 cm using suitable child restraint systems. Warning Children on the front passenger The protective effect of child restraint sys- seat tems and their fastening systems which have been damaged or exposed to an accident General information can be limited or lost.
  • Page 125 Transporting children safely CONTROLS Third row of seats After mounting a universal child restraint sys- tem, adjust the tilt of the seat backrest so that Before installing a child restraint system in the belt is not constrained. the third row of seats, depending on the equip- If the upper attachment point of the seat belt ment, note the following: is located in front of the belt guide of the child...
  • Page 126 CONTROLS Transporting children safely Unlocking the seat belt Warning Unbuckle the seat belt buckle. The mounts for the lower mountings and at- Remove the child restraint system. tachment points of the child restraint system Allow the belt strap to be pulled in com- are intended for attaching child restraint sys- pletely.
  • Page 127 Transporting children safely CONTROLS With comfort rear seats: installation forward. There is a risk of injury or danger to life. Make sure that the rear seat backrests of child restraint systems are locked. To facilitate installation, you may need to change additional settings: Tilt the backrest slightly backward.
  • Page 128 CONTROLS Transporting children safely Attach the hook of the retaining strap to the 3 Hook for upper retaining strap attachment point. 4 Attachment point Tighten the retaining strap. 5 Seat backrest 6 Upper retaining strap Locking the doors and With six seats, second seat row: windows in the rear General information In certain situations it may be advisable to se-...

  • Page 129: Driving

    Driving CONTROLS Driving Vehicle features and options Driving off Press the accelerator pedal to drive off. This chapter describes model-specific equip- The parking brake is released automatically. ment, systems, and functions that are currently Depending on the load and driving situation or available, or may become available in the fu- when a trailer is used, the vehicle may roll back ture, even if they are not present in the vehicle.
  • Page 130 CONTROLS Driving Engine stop ▷ When the ambient temperature is high and automatic climate control is switched on. Functional requirements ▷ The vehicle interior has not yet been heated or cooled as desired. The engine is switched off automatically when stopping under the following conditions: ▷...
  • Page 131 Driving CONTROLS Without mild hybrid technology: via ▷ The driver's seat belt is unbuckled and the driver's door is open. button ▷ Hood was unlocked. Some indicator lights illuminate for a varied length of time. The engine can only be started via the Start/ Stop button.
  • Page 132 CONTROLS Driving R reverse ▷ Drive-ready state is switched off. ▷ Standby state is switched on. Engage selector lever position R only when the vehicle is stationary. ▷ Selector lever position P is engaged au- tomatically. N Neutral Set the parking brake. The vehicle may be pushed or roll without Automatic deactivation power, for instance in car washes, in selector...
  • Page 133 Driving CONTROLS Rolling or pushing the vehicle tain pressure on the brake pedal until you are ready to drive off. General information Functional requirements In some situations, the vehicle is supposed to Only when the drive-ready state is switched on roll without its own power for a short distance, and the brake pedal is depressed is it possible for instance in a car wash or to be pushed.
  • Page 134 CONTROLS Driving Electronic unlocking of the Step on the accelerator pedal beyond the re- sistance point at the full throttle position. transmission lock S Sport mode General information Unlock the transmission lock electroni- Principle cally, e.g., to maneuver the vehicle out of a The shifting points and shifting times in the hazardous area in the event of a malfunction.
  • Page 135 Driving CONTROLS The engaged gear is also displayed in the in- The selected gear is briefly displayed in the in- strument cluster, for instance D1. strument cluster, followed by the current gear. After conservative driving in manual mode without acceleration or shifting via the shift Advanced mode paddles for a certain amount of time, the transmission switches back to automatic...
  • Page 136 CONTROLS Driving General information Repeated use during a trip Using Launch Control causes premature com- After Launch Control has been used, the trans- ponent wear since this function represents a mission must cool down for a short time before very heavy load for the vehicle. Launch Control can be used again.
  • Page 137 Driving CONTROLS Automatic deactivation Overview The Sprint function is ended automatically Buttons in the vehicle when driving moderately for a defined period of time. Manual deactivation ▷ Keep the right shift paddle pulled until SPRINT is no longer displayed in the instru- ment cluster.
  • Page 138 CONTROLS Driving Driving modes in detail Enabling INDIVIDUAL Press the button for the desired driving mode COMFORT several times. The COMFORT driving mode is a balanced setting between sporty and consumption-opti- Parking brake mized driving. SPORT Principle The SPORT driving mode is a dynamic setting The parking brake is used to prevent the vehi- for more agility with an optimized suspension.
  • Page 139 Driving CONTROLS There is a risk of accidents or injuries. Do not The parking brake is engaged when the vehi- leave children or animals unattended in the cle is stationary. vehicle. Take the vehicle key with you when Engaging the parking brake exiting and lock the vehicle.
  • Page 140 CONTROLS Driving In order to ensure that the vehicle is secured Turn on standby state. against rolling away, follow the following: ▷ Set the parking brake. Pull the switch while stepping on the ▷ On uphill grades or on downhill slopes, brake pedal or selector lever position P is turn the front wheels in the direction of set and then push.
  • Page 141 Driving CONTROLS Activating Automatic Hold Deactivate Automatic Hold Turn on drive-ready state. Press the button. The LED goes out. Press the button. The indicator light goes out. The LED illuminates. The indicator light illuminates green. Automatic Hold is switched off. Automatic Hold is activated.
  • Page 142 CONTROLS Driving "One-touch turn signal" when the wipers are in the folded-away state and the wipers are folded in when switching Select the desired setting. Brief flashing Press the lever to the resistance point and hold NOTICE it there for as long as you want the turn signal The wiper blades can wear out or become to flash.
  • Page 143 Driving CONTROLS Turning off the window wiper Activating rain sensor system and flick wipe Press lever up once from the 0 position, ar- row 1. Press the lever down. Wiping operation is started. ▷ Turning off: press the lever down until it reaches the 0 position.
  • Page 144 CONTROLS Driving Windshield washer system Rear wiper Safety information Switching on the rear wiper Warning The washer fluid can freeze onto the window at low temperatures and obstruct the view. There is a risk of accident. Only use the washer systems if the washer fluid cannot freeze.
  • Page 145 Driving CONTROLS Safety information Folding out the wipers Turn on standby state. Press and hold the wiper lever down until Warning the wipers stop in a nearly vertical position. If the wipers start moving in the folded away state, body parts can be jammed or damage may occur to parts of the vehicle.

  • Page 146: Displays

    CONTROLS Displays Displays Vehicle features and options center or another qualified service center or repair shop. This chapter describes model-specific equip- ment, systems, and functions that are currently Overview available, or may become available in the fu- ture, even if they are not present in the vehicle. Additional information: Vehicle equipment, refer to page 8.
  • Page 147 Displays CONTROLS Select the menu using the arrow buttons on 7 Outside temperature the steering wheel where applicable. 8 Central display range Select the desired setting using the thumb- Shift lights wheel on the steering wheel. 9 Drive mode Settings 10 Speed Limit Info Speed Limit Assistant Specific displays can be configured individu-...
  • Page 148 "Content" "HEAD-UP" Select the desired setting. Select the menu using the arrow buttons on the steering wheel where applicable. BMW Head-up display Select the desired setting using the thumb- wheel on the steering wheel. Principle Display The Head-up display projects important infor-...
  • Page 149 Displays CONTROLS Indicator/warning lights Some of this information is only displayed briefly as needed. Principle Visibility of the display The indicator and warning lights on the instru- The visibility of the displays in the Head-up ment cluster show the status of some vehicle display is influenced by the following factors: functions.
  • Page 150 CONTROLS Displays Brake system Forward Collision Warning Brake linings are worn or there is a Warning light illuminates: Risk of colli- malfunction in the brake system. sion, e.g., with a vehicle, is detected. Increased awareness is required. The braking assistance may not be op- erational.
  • Page 151 Displays CONTROLS Distance Control Have checked immediately by an authorized service center or another qualified service cen- Warning light flashes and acoustic sig- ter or repair shop. nal sounds: Brake and evade as neces- Additional information: sary. Antilock Braking System, refer to page 209. Additional information: Distance control, refer to page 222.
  • Page 152 CONTROLS Displays The Dynamic Stability Control center or another qualified service center or repair shop as needed. deactivated or the Dynamic Traction Control activated ▷ Malfunction: have the vehicle checked by an authorized service center or another Dynamic Stability Control is deactivated qualified service center or repair shop.
  • Page 153 Displays CONTROLS Lane departure warning If malfunctioning repeatedly, have the vehicle checked by an authorized service center or an- Depending on vehicle equipment and other qualified service center or repair shop. national-market version: Additional information: Indicator light flashes: the system is Acoustic pedestrian protection, refer to performing a steering intervention.
  • Page 154 CONTROLS Displays Distance Control Automatic Lane Change Assistant, refer to page 232. Indicator light illuminates: Vehicle has been detected ahead of you. The vehi- Assisted Driving Mode Plus cle icon goes out if no vehicle in front is detected. The system is active. Indicator lamp is flashing: vehicle ahead is Additional information: driving off.
  • Page 155 Displays CONTROLS Check Control until you actively resume control by pressing on the brake pedal or accelerator pedal. Additional information: Principle Distance control, refer to page 222. The Check Control system monitors functions in the vehicle and notifies you of faults in the Assisted Driving Mode monitored systems.
  • Page 156 CONTROLS Displays Selection lists Displaying stored Check Control messages Principle Apps menu "Vehicle apps" Lists can be displayed and, if necessary, used "Vehicle status" for certain functions in the instrument cluster or the Head-up display. "Check Control" ▷ Entertainment source. Select the desired text message.
  • Page 157 Displays CONTROLS Display Example Description In continuous manual mode M: Optimal gear is engaged. With shift paddles: temporary manual mode. With shift paddles: Sport program. An example: Shift information. To change the track or entertainment source after bringing up the entertainment list, use the arrow buttons on the steering wheel.
  • Page 158 READY is displayed in the sion: instrument cluster. The Auto Drive power limitation defined Start/Stop function is ready for via the BMW Digital Key. automatic engine start. System-related functional limi- Additional information: tation. ▷ Operating condition of the vehicle, refer to A Check Control message is page 40.
  • Page 159 Displays CONTROLS Shift lights Drive at moderate RPM and vehicle speeds. ▷ Normal operating temperature: the needle Principle is in the middle or in the left half of the Shift lights indicate the suitable upshift point at temperature display. which optimal acceleration can be achieved. ▷...
  • Page 160 CONTROLS Displays Central display range Configuring the central display range Displayable content The content of the central display range on the instrument cluster can be configured individu- The following settings can be selected: ally, for instance the trip data display. ▷...
  • Page 161 Displays CONTROLS ▷ Travel time depending on the config- and the engine continues to run when driving ured interval. slowly or even when the vehicle is stationary. In this case, the internal combustion engine is ▷ Distance traveled depending on the operated electrically.
  • Page 162 CONTROLS Displays Safety information The trip data is displayed. Warning The system cannot serve as a substitute for the driver’s personal judgment in assessing the traffic situation. Based on the limits of the system, it cannot independently react to all traffic situations. There is a risk of accident.
  • Page 163 Displays CONTROLS Additional information: "Date and time" ▷ Cameras, refer to page 35. Select the desired settings. ▷ Radar sensors, refer to page 36. Fuel gauge G-Meter Principle General information The current fill level of the fuel tank is dis- played.
  • Page 164 CONTROLS Displays Vehicle status With a low remaining range, a Check Control message is briefly displayed. A low remaining range means that engine functions cannot al- General information ways be ensured for sporty driving, e.g., when cornering at speed. The status can be displayed and actions per- formed for several systems, such as for Check The Check Control message appears Control.
  • Page 165 Displays CONTROLS Functional requirements ▷ Driving. ▷ Coasting mode: "EFFICIENT COASTING" ▷ SPORT driving mode is selected. ▷ "CHARGING BATTERY" ▷ The following setting is selected for Live Vehicle:"Adaptive content" With mild hybrid technology: ▷ Adaptive recuperation. Display Depending on the situation, additional in- The sport displays are displayed in the Live formation on adaptive recuperation is dis- Vehicle menu on the control display.
  • Page 166 CONTROLS Displays Entering appointment dates Dates for mandatory vehicle inspections can be entered. Make sure that the vehicle's date and time are set correctly. Apps menu "Vehicle apps" "Vehicle status" "Required services" "Vehicle inspection" "Date:" Select the desired setting. Online Edition for Part no. 01405A7B198 - II/23...

  • Page 167: Lights

    Lights CONTROLS Lights Vehicle features and options Functions via iDrive Icon Function This chapter describes model-specific equip- ment, systems, and functions that are currently Automatic headlight control. available, or may become available in the fu- ture, even if they are not present in the vehicle. Additional information: Low beams.
  • Page 168 CONTROLS Lights General information Turning on parking lights Apps menu A blue sky with the sun low on the horizon can cause the lights to be turned on. "Vehicle apps" If the low beams are switched on manually, the "Exterior lighting" automatic headlight control is deactivated.
  • Page 169 ▷ "BMW Iconic Glow" The radiator grille lighting can only be adjusted when the vehicle is stationary ▷ Press the button on the light switch.
  • Page 170 When driving in reverse, the cornering lights Depending on vehicle equipment or na- may be automatically switched on regardless tional-market version: of the steering-wheel angle. ▷ "Daytime driving lights" ▷ "Rear daytime driving lights" ▷ "BMW Iconic Glow" Online Edition for Part no. 01405A7B198 - II/23...
  • Page 171 Lights CONTROLS Adaptive headlight range Activating Automatic High Beam Assistant control The adaptive headlight range control feature balances out acceleration and braking proc- esses as well as the vehicle load conditions in order to avoid blinding oncoming traffic. Automatic High Beam Assistant Press the button on the turn signal lever.
  • Page 172 CONTROLS Lights Deactivating Automatic High Beam A Check Control message is displayed. The system responds more sensitively. Assistant Resetting the sensitivity Push the turn signal lever to the front again for approx. 10 seconds or switch off the drive- ready state. The sensitivity of the Automatic High Beam Assistant is reset to the factory settings.
  • Page 173 Lights CONTROLS Setting the brightness The interior lights in the rear of the vehicle can be switched on and off independently. The Apps menu button is located in the rear headliner. "Vehicle apps" Via iDrive: "Interior lighting" Apps menu "Cockpit brightness at night" "Vehicle apps"...
  • Page 174 CONTROLS Lights Reduced for night drive If necessary, "Ambience" "Ambient lighting" Some lights of the interior lighting are reduced when the vehicle is driven in the dark. Turning ambient light on/off Apps menu The ambient light is switched on when the ve- "Vehicle apps"...

  • Page 175: Safety

    Safety CONTROLS Safety Vehicle features and options available, or may become available in the fu- ture, even if they are not present in the vehicle. Additional information: This chapter describes model-specific equip- ment, systems, and functions that are currently Vehicle equipment, refer to page 8. Airbags Front airbag, driver 4 Side airbag...
  • Page 176 CONTROLS Safety the side of the bodies of the occupants in the risk of injury to your hands or arms as low outer rear seats. as possible when the airbag is deployed. ▷ Adjust seat and steering wheel so that Head airbag hands can be crossed over the steering wheel.

  • Page 177: Principle

    ▷ The warning light illuminates con- ities may affect the air bag system; contact tinuously. BMW Customer Relations for further informa- Have the vehicle checked by an authorized tion. service center or another qualified service cen- Warnings and information on the airbags are ter or repair shop.
  • Page 178 CONTROLS Safety Safety information passenger's side are not ac- tivated. ▷ The indicator light does not illuminate Warning when, for instance, a correctly seated per- To ensure the front passenger airbag func- son of sufficient size is detected on the tion, the system must be able to detect seat.
  • Page 179 Safety CONTROLS ▷ Lane departure warning, refer to page 190. The following functions are adjustable. ▷ Active Blind Spot Detection, refer to Apps menu page 193. "Vehicle apps" ▷ Side collision mitigation, refer to page 196. "Driving settings" ▷ Rear-end collision preparation, refer to "Driver Assistance"...
  • Page 180 CONTROLS Safety Safety information Depending on the vehicle equipment, the area is monitored by cameras or radar sensors. Thus, a system response might not come or Warning might come late. The system cannot serve as a substitute for the driver’s personal judgment in assessing System limits of the sensors the traffic situation.
  • Page 181 Safety CONTROLS Speed range Setting the warning time The system issues a warning of a possi- Apps menu ble risk of collision at speeds above approx. "Vehicle apps" 3 mph/5 km/h. "Driving settings" If the vehicle speed exceeds approx. "Driver Assistance" 155 mph/250 km/h, the system is deactivated "Safety and warnings"...
  • Page 182 CONTROLS Safety The corresponding indicator lights and warn- force, releasing the brake pedal, or by actively ing lights may display differently if the system steering. detects multiple objects. Depending on the equipment and situation, the brake intervention can occur up to approx. Warning function 155 mph/250 km/h.
  • Page 183 Safety CONTROLS Display in the instrument cluster ▷ In tight curves. ▷ With limitation of the driving stability control If there is a risk of collision with a detected systems. vehicle, a warning light is displayed. ▷ Up to 10 seconds after drive-ready state is Icon Meaning switched on via the Start/Stop button.
  • Page 184 CONTROLS Safety General information System limits General information Follow the system limits in the "Forward Colli- sion Mitigation" chapter. Detection range The following situations may not be detected, for instance: ▷ Oncoming vehicles at a very high speed. Sensors detect the traffic situation in their de- ▷...
  • Page 185 Safety CONTROLS Warning function for Safety information pedestrians Follow the safety information in Chapter “For- ward Collision Mitigation”. Principle Display in the instrument cluster At speeds that are common in towns and cit- If there is a risk of collision with a detected ies, the warning function warns the driver of a vehicle, a warning light is displayed.
  • Page 186 CONTROLS Safety Display in the instrument cluster ▷ Partially covered pedestrians or bikes. ▷ Pedestrians that are not detected as such If there is a risk of collision with a detected because of their contour or posture. pedestrian, a warning light is displayed. ▷...
  • Page 187 Safety CONTROLS At intersections and junctions, a warning is is- ▷ Crossing vehicles when they are hidden, sued when a risk of collision with crossing traf- e.g. by buildings. fic is detected. ▷ Vehicles with an unusual side view. The system issues a warning of a possible risk ▷...
  • Page 188 CONTROLS Safety Safety information Detection range The following situations may not be detected, Follow the safety information in Chapter “For- for instance: ward Collision Mitigation”. ▷ Vehicle driving slowly in front and being ap- Functional requirements proached at high speed. ▷...
  • Page 189 Safety CONTROLS Turning the warning signal on/off A possible risk of collision is indicated by vari- ous warning functions. Apps menu "Vehicle apps" Safety information "Driving settings" Follow the safety information in the "Forward "Driver Assistance" Collision Mitigation" chapter. "Safety and warnings" Sensors "Exit warning"...
  • Page 190 CONTROLS Safety General information Acute warning In the event of an acute warning, the warn- ing light in the exterior mirror flashes, as does the ambient light, depending on vehicle equip- ment. In addition, a signal tone sounds. There is a risk of collision when opening the doors.
  • Page 191 Safety CONTROLS tions. Watch surrounding traffic closely and "Safety and warnings" actively intervene where appropriate. "Lane Departure Warning" "Off" Functional requirement Setting Lane Departure Warning The camera must detect the lane boundaries for the lane departure warning to be active. Setting the warning time The areas of the sensors must be clean and Apps menu...
  • Page 192 CONTROLS Safety "Vibration intensity" in accordance with the steering wheel vibration setting. Select the desired setting. In addition, the indicator light flashes The setting is applied to all collision warning green. systems. When the turn signal is switched on in the cor- Depending on the national-market responding direction before changing the lane, version: turning steering intervention...
  • Page 193 Safety CONTROLS System limits vention. Beginning with the third steering inter- vention, a continuous warning will sound. General information In addition, a Check Control message is dis- played. Follow the system limits in the "Collision warn- The warning signal and Check Control mes- ing systems"...
  • Page 194 CONTROLS Safety General information Functional requirement The areas of the sensors must be clean and clear. Turning Active Blind Spot Detection on/off Apps menu "Vehicle apps" "Driving settings" "Driver Assistance" Radar sensors monitor the area behind and next to the vehicle when traveling faster than a "Safety and warnings"...
  • Page 195 Safety CONTROLS Warning function Depending on the national-market version: turning steering intervention on/off Warning light in exterior mirror Apps menu "Vehicle apps" "Driving settings" "Driver Assistance" "Safety and warnings" "Active Blind Spot Detection" "Steering intervention" Display in the instrument cluster The warning light in the exterior mirror warns of a possible collision.
  • Page 196 CONTROLS Safety helps return the vehicle into the lane. The Depending on the national-market version, the steering intervention can be noticed on the steering intervention e.g. in the following situa- steering wheel and can be manually overrid- tions: den at any time. ▷...
  • Page 197 Safety CONTROLS General information Turning the side collision warning on/off Apps menu "Vehicle apps" "Driving settings" "Driver Assistance" "Safety and warnings" "Side collision warning" Select the desired setting. Radar sensors monitor the space next to the vehicle when traveling faster than a minimum Setting the intensity of the steering speed and up to approx.
  • Page 198 CONTROLS Safety Warning function ▷ In tight corners or on narrow roads. ▷ In the event of missing, worn, poorly visible, Warning light in exterior mirror merging, diverging, or multiple lane boun- daries such as in construction areas. ▷ With lane boundaries that are covered in snow, ice, dirt or water.
  • Page 199 Safety CONTROLS Emergency Stop Assistant When a vehicle approaches from the rear at a certain speed, the system can react as follows: ▷ Where applicable, the hazard warning Principle flashers will be switched on. If the driver can no longer drive the vehicle ▷...
  • Page 200 Additional information: ▷ When changing the selector lever position if the vehicle was already stationary. BMW Intelligent Personal Assistant, refer to page 52. At standstill An immediate emergency call can be triggered As soon as the vehicle is stationary, the sys- on the control display.
  • Page 201 Safety CONTROLS General information ▷ Radar sensors, side, rear. ▷ Depending on the equipment: radar sen- sors, side, front. Activating/deactivating Cross Traffic Warning The system must be activated on the control display for the Cross Traffic Warning and brake intervention to switch on automatically. Apps menu The area behind the vehicle is monitored by "Vehicle apps"...
  • Page 202 CONTROLS Safety Warning function Display in camera image General information The control display shows the corresponding view, an acoustic signal may sound as neces- sary, and the warning light in the exterior mir- ror flashes. In case of a brake intervention, a message is displayed on the control display and close after a brief period of time.
  • Page 203 The function makes it possible to document ▷ Data transfer is activated. traffic situations with the correspondingly ▷ My BMW App is installed on the mobile de- set recording type. vice. The assistance systems' cameras are used to ▷ My BMW App is linked with the Connected- record, e.g., Panorama View.
  • Page 204 Stored video recordings can be played back, exported and deleted. When the alarm system is triggered, a mes- sage is sent to the My BMW App. For your own safety, the video recording is only displayed on the control display up to ap- After saving the recording, the reduced prox.
  • Page 205 ▷ My BMW App is installed on the mobile de- eos. vice. ▷ My BMW App is linked with the Connected- Active Protection Drive account.
  • Page 206 CONTROLS Safety The system is used to detect certain critical ▷ The glass sunroof/panoramic glass sunroof driving situations that might lead to an acci- closes automatically. dent. This includes the following critical driving The sun protection is also closed. situations: ▷...
  • Page 207 Safety CONTROLS Abort automatic braking: The system is active starting at ap- prox. 43 mph/70 km/h and can also display a ▷ By pressing the brake pedal. break recommendation. ▷ By pressing the accelerator pedal. Break recommendation Fatigue alert Setting break recommendation The break recommendation can be switched Principle on or off and adjusted via iDrive.
  • Page 208 CONTROLS Safety ▷ When the road condition is poor. ▷ In the event of strong side winds. Driver Attention Camera Principle A camera in the instrument cluster monitors the driver’s activity and, depending on the equipment, the driver’s viewing direction. General information For support by assistance systems, the atten- tion of the driver is analyzed by evaluating the...

  • Page 209: Driving Stability Control Systems

    Driving stability control systems CONTROLS Driving stability control systems Vehicle features and options Brake assistant This chapter describes model-specific equip- The brake assistant automatically applies ment, systems, and functions that are currently maximum braking assistance when the brake available, or may become available in the fu- pedal is depressed quickly.
  • Page 210 CONTROLS Driving stability control systems Activating/deactivating the system braking at any time, and actively intervene where appropriate. Press the button to open the selec- tion. Warning "DSC OFF" When driving with a roof load, e.g., roof bars, Dynamic Stability Control is deactivated. the vehicle's center of gravity is higher.
  • Page 211 Forward Collision Mitigation, refer to page 180. BMW xDrive Dynamic Stability Control Principle BMW xDrive is the all-wheel-drive system of the vehicle. Concerted action by the BMW xDrive and other suspension control systems, Online Edition for Part no. 01405A7B198 - II/23...
  • Page 212 In the Live Vehicle menu, information about While Hill Descent Control is adjusting the BMW xDrive can be displayed under the fol- speed, the system automatically distributes the lowing view: brake force to the individual wheels. This im- "xVIEW"...
  • Page 213 Driving stability control systems CONTROLS Enabling/disabling Hill Descent Increasing or decreasing vehicle Control speed Activating the system Using the cruise control rocker switch The set speed can be changed using the Press the button. cruise control rocker switch on the steering Speeds between approx.
  • Page 214 CONTROLS Driving stability control systems direct steering response possible. Driving sta- The steering system may be faulty. Integral bility is also increased at high speeds. Active Steering assistance may no longer be provided. General information ▷ Larger steering movements are required at Integral Active Steering combines the variable low speeds.

  • Page 215: Driver Assistance Systems

    Driver assistance systems CONTROLS Driver assistance systems Vehicle features and options "Speed warning" "Warning above:" This chapter describes model-specific equip- Select the desired setting. ment, systems, and functions that are currently available, or may become available in the fu- Applying current speed as the ture, even if they are not present in the vehicle.
  • Page 216 CONTROLS Driver assistance systems For Speed Limit Info to function correctly, cur- Info is continuously displayed in the instrument rent map data for the country in which the ve- cluster. hicle is operated must be downloaded. Displaying Speed Limit Info For information on the current map version and map updates, see Map update in the Nav- Apps menu...
  • Page 217 Additional information: ▷ Traffic signs do not comply with the stand- ard. BMW Intelligent Personal Assistant, refer to ▷ In areas that are not included in the naviga- page 52. tion system map data. Safety information ▷...
  • Page 218 CONTROLS Driver assistance systems Turning on/selecting speed control braking at any time, and actively intervene where appropriate. systems Turn on: press the button. Warning Individual functions may not work correctly when towing with Front Collision Warning en- Select: when the system active, abled or Cruise Control switched on.
  • Page 219 Driver assistance systems CONTROLS Display in the instrument cluster ▷ While Dynamic Traction Control is acti- vated. Display in the speedometer ▷ When braking manually. A mark is displayed on the Interrupting speed control systems speedometer for the set speed. manually ▷...
  • Page 220 CONTROLS Driver assistance systems Safety information Overview Buttons on the steering wheel Warning The system cannot serve as a substitute for Button Function the driver’s personal judgment in assessing Turn last active speed control sys- the traffic situation. Based on the limits of tem on/off.
  • Page 221 Driver assistance systems CONTROLS The indicator lights in the instrument cluster Press the rocker switch to the resistance point illuminate and the mark on the speedometer is and hold it: vehicle accelerates or decelerates set to the current speed. without pressing the accelerator pedal. The driving mode changes or Dynamic Sta- After the rocker switch is released, the vehicle bility Control activates when cruise control is...
  • Page 222 CONTROLS Driver assistance systems Distance control Displays in the instrument cluster Display in the speedometer Principle ▷ Green marking: system is ac- With the distance control, a distance to a vehi- tive, the marking indicates cle driving ahead can be adjusted in addition to the desired speed.
  • Page 223 Driver assistance systems CONTROLS Overview Warning Buttons on the steering wheel An unsecured vehicle can begin to move and possibly roll away. There is a risk of accident. Button Function Before leaving the vehicle, secure the vehicle against rolling away. Turn last active speed control sys- In order to ensure that the vehicle is secured tem on/off.
  • Page 224 CONTROLS Driver assistance systems Turning on Cruise Control with road with very little traffic without curb or shoulder markings. distance control ▷ The detection range of the radar is im- paired, for instance by contamination or If necessary, press the button. heavy precipitation.
  • Page 225 Driver assistance systems CONTROLS Adjusting the distance Changing over the Cruise Control mode Apps menu Turning Cruise Control without distance control on or off: "Vehicle apps" "Driving settings" Apps menu "Driver Assistance" "Vehicle apps" "Driving" "Driving settings" "Distance control" "Driver Assistance" "Distance"...
  • Page 226 CONTROLS Driver assistance systems Displays in the Head-up display Indicator lights and warning lights Set speed Icon Description Depending on the equipment, some system White indicator light: information can also be displayed in the Head- No distance control display, as the up display.
  • Page 227 Driver assistance systems CONTROLS Cornering The detection capability of the system and the automatic braking performance are limited. For instance, two-wheeled vehicles may not be detected. Deceleration The system does not decelerate in the follow- ing situations: ▷ For pedestrians or similarly slow-moving road users.
  • Page 228 CONTROLS Driver assistance systems Safety information Weather The following restrictions can occur under un- favorable weather or light conditions: Warning ▷ Poorer vehicle detection. The system cannot serve as a substitute for ▷ Short-term interruptions for vehicles that the driver’s personal judgment in assessing are already recognized.
  • Page 229 Driver assistance systems CONTROLS Switching on Assisted Driving Mode Sensors The system is controlled by the following sen- sors: If necessary, press the button. ▷ Camera behind the windshield. ▷ Front radar sensor. If necessary, press the button re- ▷ Depending on the equipment: peatedly until Assisted Driving Mode is se- Radar sensors, side, front.
  • Page 230 CONTROLS Driver assistance systems Indicator light illuminates green: Icon Description The system is on standby and does not Warning light illuminates yellow: manipulate steering movements. Hands are not grasping the steering System activates automatically as soon as all wheel. The system is still active. function conditions are fulfilled.
  • Page 231 Driver assistance systems CONTROLS The steering wheel displays can be turned on/ erty. Actively intervene as warranted. Refer off. to the information in this Owner’s Manual re- garding the scope of the system’s operation Apps menu and limitations. "Vehicle apps" The Cruise Control and Distance Control alerts "Driving settings"...
  • Page 232 CONTROLS Driver assistance systems Automatic Lane Change ▷ A vehicle has been detected at a sufficient distance behind your own vehicle since be- Assistant ginning the drive. ▷ Crossable lane boundaries are detected. Principle ▷ Maximum speed approx. 110 mph/180 km/h. The Automatic Lane Change Assistant also assists when changing lanes on multi-lane ▷...
  • Page 233 Driver assistance systems CONTROLS Canceling a lane change Sensors in the steering wheel detect whether the steering wheel is being touched. The lane change can be canceled by steering movement into the opposite direction or by op- General information erating the turn signal in the opposite direction. Assisted Driving Mode Plus will be active at the Displays in the instrument cluster time of vehicle delivery and will only be avail-...

  • Page 234: Driver Attention Camera

    CONTROLS Driver assistance systems limited. Before use, check federal, state, and ▷ The sensors in the steering wheel. local laws. ▷ Driver Attention Camera. The Assisted Driving Mode alerts also apply. Additional information: Additional information: Sensors of the vehicle, refer to page 35. Assisted Driving Mode, refer to page 228.
  • Page 235 Driver assistance systems CONTROLS Switching Assisted Driving Mode Depending on the equipment and national- market version, information for the system is Plus on/off displayed in the Assisted View in the central Apps menu display area of the instrument cluster. "Vehicle apps" Additional information: "Driving settings"...
  • Page 236 CONTROLS Driver assistance systems System limits Safety information The system limits of the following systems ap- ply: Warning ▷ Assisted Driving Mode The system cannot serve as a substitute for ▷ Driver Attention Camera the driver’s personal judgment in assessing the traffic situation.
  • Page 237 Driver assistance systems CONTROLS Speed adjustment "Speed Limit Assistant" "Speed limits" Principle Select the desired setting: It can be adjusted whether the speed limit is ▷ "Adjust manually": detected speed limits applied exactly or with a tolerance. can be applied manually. ▷...
  • Page 238 CONTROLS Driver assistance systems ▷ System limits of Speed Limit Info, refer to ▷ Cruise control, refer to page 219. page 217. ▷ Distance control, refer to page 222. ▷ System limits of the sensors, refer to ▷ Assisted Driving Mode, refer to page 228. page 35.
  • Page 239 Driver assistance systems CONTROLS Lane change with active "Driving settings" "Driver Assistance" guidance "Driving" "Route and intersection assistant" Principle "Cornering speed" Lane change with active guidance assists the Select the desired setting. driver when lane changes are necessary to reach a destination. A notice is also displayed Displays in the instrument cluster on the instrument cluster.
  • Page 240 CONTROLS Driver assistance systems ▷ The system detects a sufficiently large gap "Route and intersection assistant" in traffic in the adjacent lane. "Steering wheel impulse" ▷ A crossable lane boundary on the side of Changing lanes the desired lane change is detected. ▷...
  • Page 241 Driver assistance systems CONTROLS Display in the instrument cluster Icon Function Indicates a necessary lane change. The icon varies depending on the traffic situation. A green checkmark indicates that the function is active. A red cross on the icon indicates that the system cannot assist with the lane change.

  • Page 242: Parking

    CONTROLS Parking Parking Vehicle features and options ▷ Automatic Parking Assistant, refer to page 259. ▷ Memory Parking, refer to page 264. This chapter describes model-specific equip- ment, systems, and functions that are currently ▷ Remote Control Parking, refer to page 268. available, or may become available in the fu- ▷...
  • Page 243 Parking CONTROLS Sensors General information The parking assistance systems are controlled Depending on the equipment, one or more by the following sensors: cameras capture the area from different se- lectable perspectives. ▷ Ultrasonic sensors in the front/rear bump- ers. Depending on the view, the vehicle's surround- ings or a part of it is depicted.
  • Page 244 CONTROLS Parking Parking view Status of parking assistance systems 2 Assisted View Toolbar, left 3 Selection menu 2 Camera image 3 Selection window Display on the control display 4 Automatic camera perspective 5 Semi-automatic camera perspective General information 6 Side view Depending on vehicle equipment and on the 7 Toolbar, right activated parking assistance system, the con-...
  • Page 245 Parking CONTROLS The display of your own lane can be Icon Meaning turned on for easier driving into the car The icon indicates the following wash. meanings: ▷ "Settings" No search for parking assistance Settings can be entered in the Park system offers.
  • Page 246 CONTROLS Parking Parking aid lines Using parking aid lines Position the vehicle so that the red turning Pathway lines circle line leads to within the limits of the parking space. Turn the steering wheel to the point where the green pathway line covers the corre- sponding turning circle line.
  • Page 247 Parking CONTROLS Rearview camera System limits Safety information Principle The rearview camera helps when reverse Warning parking and maneuvering. The area behind the Due to its limits, the system may not react, or vehicle is shown on the control display. it may react too late or in a manner that is not Additional views can be shown on the display, consistent with normal use.
  • Page 248 CONTROLS Parking General information To exit rearview camera view, select an- other camera view in the selection window As soon as obstacles are detected, the view or press the button again. changes to a fixed display of the area in front of or behind the bumper or, if necessary, Deactivated rearview camera changes to side protection.
  • Page 249 Parking CONTROLS Side view Side protection Principle Principle The side Park Distance Control is automati- Side view shows the vehicle's side surround- cally displayed when the automatic camera ings, making it easier to position the vehicle at perspective is turned on. The function shows the curb or with other obstacles on the side.
  • Page 250 CONTROLS Parking Turning the 3D view on/off A docking line dependent on the steering- wheel angle helps with aiming for the trailer with the trailer hitch. Press the button. "More" Car wash view "3D view" To exit the 3D view, select another camera Principle view on the left toolbar.
  • Page 251 Turning the panoramic view on/off Functional requirements ▷ A GPS signal must be received. ▷ A BMW ID or driver profile must be ena- Press the button. bled. "Panorama view" ▷ The direction of travel, selector lever posi-...
  • Page 252 CONTROLS Parking Door opening angle Storing activation points Drive the vehicle to the position where the system should switch on and stop. Principle Depending on vehicle equipment, the door Press the button. opening angle display is shown automatically when stationary. "Panorama view"...
  • Page 253 Select the desired setting. Principle After activation, Remote 3D View can be The My BMW App and camera views in park- accessed using the My BMW App. ing view, such as automatic camera perspec- tive, enable you to display the vehicle’s sur- Functional limitations roundings on a mobile device.
  • Page 254 CONTROLS Parking Safety information 2.5 mph/4 km/h. The activation distance depends on the situation in question. The automatic activation of detected obstacles Warning can be activated or deactivated. The system cannot serve as a substitute for Apps menu the driver’s personal judgment in assessing the traffic situation.
  • Page 255 Parking CONTROLS Visual warning When there are objects in front of and behind the vehicle at the same time, at a distance smaller than approx. 8 in/20 cm, an alternating General information continuous tone will sound between the front The approach to an object is displayed on the and rear speakers.
  • Page 256 CONTROLS Parking Depending on the national-market version, the rear functions of Park Distance Control remain switched on when trailer towing is enabled. An icon is displayed on the control dis- play. Additional information: Towing a trailer, refer to page 326. View next to vehicle.
  • Page 257 Parking CONTROLS Pressing the accelerator pedal interrupts the ▷ Ultrasonic sensors in the rear bumpers. brake intervention. Emergency braking is not ▷ Ultrasonic sensors, side. performed. Deactivating Active Park Distance After emergency braking to a stop, further creeping toward an obstacle is possible. Pro- Control temporarily ceed with caution.
  • Page 258 CONTROLS Parking Functional limitations braking at any time, and actively intervene where appropriate. The system cannot be used in the following situations, for example: ▷ While Hill Descent Control is regulating the Warning vehicle speed, emergency braking is deacti- vated. When using the trailer hitch, the assistance system cannot react correctly because the Hill Descent Control, refer to page 212.
  • Page 259 Parking CONTROLS A Check Control message is displayed where In addition, the system makes it easier to applicable. park out of parallel and perpendicular parking spaces. Depending on the national-market version, the system is automatically turned on again at the The ultrasonic sensors measure both sides of next drive.
  • Page 260 CONTROLS Parking Parking methods an authorized service center or other qualified service center. Park Assist supports the following functions: Additional information: Vehicle equipment, refer to page 8. General information Follow the information in the "Parking assis- tance systems" chapter. Safety information Parallel parking: reverse parking parallel to the Warning road.
  • Page 261 Parking CONTROLS Functional requirements Measurement of parking spaces ▷ Maximum speed while driving forward ap- prox. 22 mph/35 km/h. ▷ Maximum distance to row of parked vehi- cles: 5 ft/1.5 m. Suitable parking space Driving out of perpendicular parking spaces. Longitudinal parking: ▷...
  • Page 262 CONTROLS Parking been detected in the area around the vehi- "Parking" cle. "Show assistance info" ▷ The vehicle was manually parked in re- Turning the signal tone on/off verse, and objects have been detected in the immediate vicinity of the vehicle. The The signal tone for suitable parking spaces distance to a detected curb is at least 6 in- can be turned on and off.
  • Page 263 Parking CONTROLS Canceling Automatic Parking The speed can be reduced with the brake. Other interventions will cancel the system. Assistant manually Depending on national-market version, an The Automatic Parking Assistant can be can- intermittent or continuous tone sounds for celed manually at any time, e.g.: Park Distance Control.
  • Page 264 CONTROLS Parking ▷ With insufficient distances, which are indi- ▷ On bumpy road surfaces such as gravel cated by Park Distance Control. roads. ▷ When a maximum number of parking at- ▷ On slippery ground. tempts or the time taken for parking is ex- ▷...
  • Page 265 Parking CONTROLS an authorized service center or other qualified used during trailer towing or if the trailer hitch service center. is used, for instance bicycle rack. Additional information: Vehicle equipment, refer to page 8. Warning General information The system can steer the vehicle over or onto curbs.
  • Page 266 CONTROLS Parking ▷ Ultrasonic sensors in the front/rear bump- When the maximum distance covered or ers. the maximum speed is reached, a message will be displayed and a signal tone will ▷ Ultrasonic sensors, side. sound. ▷ Front camera. With a stationary vehicle: "Save recording" ▷...
  • Page 267 Parking CONTROLS Editing stored maneuvers The Memory Parking is canceled without en- gaging selector lever position P. Driving can Individual or all maneuvers can be deleted or continue immediately. renamed. Canceling the Maneuver Assistant Apps menu automatically "Vehicle apps" "Driving settings" The system automatically cancels in situations such as the following: "Driver Assistance"...
  • Page 268 ▷ The My BMW App must be linked to a Con- When parking in a suitable spot, e.g., a garage, nectedDrive account. you can correct the parking position with Re- mote Control Parking by maneuvering slightly.
  • Page 269 Remote Control Parking may not be available. Follow the instructions in the My Warning BMW App. The system cannot serve as a substitute for the driver’s personal judgment in assessing Back-up assistant the traffic situation.
  • Page 270 CONTROLS Parking ▷ Back-up Assistant Professional: sufficiently ▷ "Cancel" bright light conditions on the saved route. ▷ Press the button. ▷ Back-up Assistant Professional: the cam- eras on the vehicle must be clean and clear. Canceling the Back-up Assistant Driving in reverse with automated automatically steering The system automatically cancels in situations...
  • Page 271 Parking CONTROLS If the maximum speed is exceeded, the function is interrupted. Different influences can lead to side deviations when driving the stored distance covered in re- verse. For example, this includes the following factors: ▷ Steering movements when the vehicle is stationary while storing the distance cov- ered.

  • Page 272: Driving Comfort

    CONTROLS Driving comfort Driving comfort Vehicle features and options Active roll stabilization This chapter describes model-specific equip- Principle ment, systems, and functions that are currently Active roll stabilization reduces the body’s ten- available, or may become available in the fu- dency to roll when cornering rapidly or making ture, even if they are not present in the vehicle.
  • Page 273 With the rocker switch in the center con- sole. ▷ With the button in lower trunk lid ▷ With the My BMW app. The vehicle will be raised according to the selected drive mode when driving off. ▷ Sport level:...
  • Page 274 CONTROLS Driving comfort Setting the vehicle level Push the rocker switch forward or pull it back- ward and hold for approx. 7 seconds. automatically When the rocker switch is released, the LED indicates the system status. While driving ▷ LED illuminates: the self-leveling suspen- The vehicle will lower automatically in the fol- sion is activated.
  • Page 275 Have the vehicle checked by an authorized service center or another qualified service cen- Canceling the adjustment procedure ter or repair shop. If an adjustment procedure was started with the My BMW app, it can be canceled with the xOFFROAD package app. Long stationary periods Principle...
  • Page 276 CONTROLS Driving comfort Setting the xOFFROAD driving Observe the information in the chapter Driving tips for driving on poor roads. mode Additional information: Driving on poor roads, refer to page 318. Overview Repeatedly push the rocker switch forward or pull it back until the desired xOFFROAD driving mode is displayed on the instrument cluster.
  • Page 277 Driving comfort CONTROLS Additional vehicle settings are applied, de- xOFFROAD Settings pending on the xOFFROAD driving mode se- driving mode lected. "xROCKS" Setting for difficult terrain xOFFROAD Settings with severe ground uneven- driving mode ness. "xGRAVEL" Setting for easy terrain. High level 2 of the two-axle self-leveling suspension is High level 1 of the two-axle...
  • Page 278 At higher speeds, the characteristics of the se- lected xOFFROAD driving mode are reduced. BMW IconicSounds Depending on vehicle equipment and national- market version, the vehicle drive sound can be adjusted using BMW IconicSounds. Apps menu "Vehicle apps" "Driving settings" "Drivetrain and chassis"...

  • Page 279: Climate Control

    Climate control CONTROLS Climate control Vehicle features and options Icon Function Air flow. This chapter describes model-specific equip- ment, systems, and functions that are currently available, or may become available in the fu- Air distribution. ture, even if they are not present in the vehicle. Additional information: SYNC program.
  • Page 280 CONTROLS Climate control Buttons, rear automatic climate control 3 Climate control functions, passenger's side ▷ Second-row seating: the control panel for 4 Climate control bar the rear climate control is located in the rear center console. Calling up climate control functions ▷...
  • Page 281 Climate control CONTROLS Switching on using the button ▷ Temperature. ▷ Seat and armrest heating. Press one of the following buttons: ▷ Active seat ventilation. ▷ Temperature. ▷ Steering wheel heating ▷ Maximum cooling. The automatic program takes seat occupancy ▷...
  • Page 282 CONTROLS Climate control Temperature ▷ "LOW" ▷ "MEDIUM" ▷ "HIGH" Principle Each level has a specific control range of the The automatic climate control cools or heats intensity. to the configured temperature and then keeps Based on the stored data models, the intensi- the temperature constant.
  • Page 283 Climate control CONTROLS Setting the rear automatic climate Switching the cooling function on/off control temperature "CLIMATE MENU" "A/C" Via iDrive Depending on the weather, the windshield and "CLIMATE MENU" the side windows may fog up briefly when "Settings" drive-ready state is switched on. "Second row of seats"...
  • Page 284 CONTROLS Climate control Air recirculation mode Adjusting the air flow "CLIMATE MENU" Principle Air flow. Select the desired setting. You may react to unpleasant odors or pollu- tants in the immediate environment by tempo- The air flow may be reduced to preserve the rarily suspending the supply of outside air.
  • Page 285 Climate control CONTROLS Adjusting the air distribution of the General information rear climate control The air flow and air temperature are automati- cally optimized for the removal of ice and con- Pressing the upper or lower side of the densation. button.
  • Page 286 CONTROLS Climate control Seat and armrest heating Turning the rear automatic climate control seat heating off Principle Press and hold the button until the LEDs turn off. The system heats seats and armrests as needed. Active seat ventilation General information Seat heating can also be used without arm- rest heating.
  • Page 287 Climate control CONTROLS Ventilation Ventilation in the rear Principle The ventilation system offers individual ranges of adjustment for direct or indirect ventilation to optimize the air flows in the vehicle. General information Open the air vents and position them to ensure effective climate control.
  • Page 288 Air conditioning system to control the ▷ Physical condition of the vehicle occupants, temperature, air flow and recirculated-air for instance fatigue. mode. BMW recommends the use of genuine BMW ▷ Pre-ventilation. fragrance cartridges. ▷ Ionizer. The genuine BMW fragrance cartridges are not ▷...
  • Page 289 Climate control CONTROLS Selecting the fragrance cartridges. When a cartridge is empty, re- place it with a new fragrance cartridge. The car's interior is fragranced depending on the selected fragrance. Two different fragrances can be selected in the Ionizer vehicle. Principle "CLIMATE MENU"...
  • Page 290 CONTROLS Climate control Front passenger side glove compartment, Position fragrance cartridge such that the refer to page 303. chip faces away from the cartridge holder. Press on the bottom of the cartridge holder. The cartridge holder slides down. Slide the fragrance cartridge into the car- tridge holder at a slight angle without ap- plying pressure.
  • Page 291 Climate control CONTROLS Pre-ventilation The cartridge holder slides down. Principle The car's interior can be cooled or heated before driving off with the pre-ventilation. De- pending on set temperature and ambient tem- perature, the car's interior is ventilated or pos- sibly heated using the residual engine heat.
  • Page 292 Activating with My BMW App On the desired weekdays, the system will Depending on vehicle equipment, the My BMW be switched on before the set departure App with remote functionality can be used to time.
  • Page 293 Climate control CONTROLS Turning on/turning off the pre- ensure sufficient ventilation. Do not switch on stationary climate control in enclosed areas conditioning or areas with insufficient ventilation, e.g. in enclosed garages. General information The system switches off automatically after max. 15 minutes for safety reasons. Warning The system can be switched on a maximum of When stationary climate control is in opera-...
  • Page 294 CONTROLS Climate control Display temperature in the vehicle at the time of depar- ture. In the instrument cluster: ▷ One-time departure time: the time of the The engine runs for the purpose scheduled departure can be set. of operating the pre-condition- The system is switched on once.

  • Page 295: Interior Equipment

    Interior equipment CONTROLS Interior equipment Vehicle features and options of damage to property. Make sure that the travel path of the respective system is clear during programming and operation. Also fol- This chapter describes model-specific equip- low the safety information for the hand-held ment, systems, and functions that are currently transmitter.
  • Page 296 CONTROLS Interior equipment Programming the integrated Press and hold the button on the interior mirror for approx. 2 seconds. Perform universal remote control this procedure three times. If the integrated universal remote con- Functional requirement trol remains nonoperational, continue The battery of the hand-held transmitter must with the special features for rolling code be fully charged at the time of programming radio systems.
  • Page 297 Interior equipment CONTROLS Sockets Press and hold the desired button of the re- mote-controlled system within range until the function is triggered. Principle The LED on the interior mirror is continuously The socket can be used for electronic devi- illuminated green during the transmission of ces when the standby or drive-ready state is the radio signal.
  • Page 298 CONTROLS Interior equipment Front center console In the cargo area Press on the cover. A socket is located on the right side in the cargo area. Unfold the cover. USB port General information Follow the information regarding the connec- tion of mobile devices to the USB port in the section on USB connections.
  • Page 299 Interior equipment CONTROLS In the center console Second row of seats NOTICE Objects in the storage compartment, e.g., large USB connectors, may block or damage the cover when it is being opened or closed. There is a risk of damage to property. Make sure that the area of movement of the cover is clear while opening and closing it.
  • Page 300 CONTROLS Interior equipment BMW Travel & Comfort Installing optional accessories System Slide the cover all the way to the side. General information USB ports and mounts for attaching special accessories, e.g., universal holders for tablets or clothes hangers, are located on the back- rests of the front seats.
  • Page 301 Interior equipment CONTROLS ing mobile devices, make sure there are no ▷ Protective sleeves and covers must be suit- objects on the tray together with the device. able for wireless charging. ▷ The mobile phone to be charged is located in the center of the tray.
  • Page 302 CONTROLS Interior equipment "System settings" "Wireless charging tray" "Mobile phone reminder" System limits The charge current may be reduced or charg- ing may be temporarily interrupted in the wire- less charging tray in the following situations: ▷ Due to excessive temperatures on the sur- face of the tray and mobile phone.

  • Page 303: Storage Compartments

    Storage compartments CONTROLS Storage compartments Vehicle features and options Glove compartment This chapter describes model-specific equip- Safety information ment, systems, and functions that are currently available, or may become available in the fu- ture, even if they are not present in the vehicle. Warning Additional information: Folded open, the glove compartment pro-...
  • Page 304 CONTROLS Storage compartments Fold-out compartment rior. There is a risk of injury or risk of damage to property. Do not use any breakable objects while driving. Only stow breakable objects in Safety information closed storage compartments. Warning Storage tray in center The open fold-out compartment protrudes console into the vehicle interior.
  • Page 305 Storage compartments CONTROLS Opening the center armrest Opening the center armrest Press the button. Press the button, arrow 1, and fold the lid up, arrow 2. Closing the center armrest Closing the center armrest Press both lids down until they engage. Press the lid down until it engages.
  • Page 306 CONTROLS Storage compartments Opening the cup holder NOTICE When the thermoelectric cooling and heating system for a cup holder is switched on and the cover is closed, the thermoelectric cool- ing and heating system for a cup holder can overheat. There is a risk of damage to prop- erty.
  • Page 307 Storage compartments CONTROLS Rear cup holder Opening the cup holder Fold down the center armrest. Safety information Press the button and fold out the cup holder fully. Warning Unsuitable containers in the cup holders may damage the cup holders or be thrown about the car’s interior in the event of an accident, an evasive maneuver, or forceful braking.
  • Page 308 CONTROLS Storage compartments Third row of seats The cup holders are located in the left and right side trim panels in the rear. Coat hooks General information The coat hooks are located in the grab handles and on the door pillar in the rear. Safety information Warning Clothing articles on the coat hooks can ob-...

  • Page 309: Cargo Area

    Cargo area CONTROLS Cargo area Vehicle features and options Warning Improperly stowed objects can slip and be This chapter describes model-specific equip- thrown into the car's interior, for instance in ment, systems, and functions that are currently the event of an accident, braking or an eva- available, or may become available in the fu- sive maneuver.
  • Page 310 CONTROLS Cargo area available cargo and luggage load capacity ▷ Heavy cargo: stow as far forward as possi- calculated in Step 4. ble, directly behind and at the bottom of the rear seat backrests. If the vehicle will be towing a trailer, load from your trailer will be transferred to the ▷...
  • Page 311 Cargo area CONTROLS Storage compartment on Cargo floor panel the right side General information General information There are storage compartments beneath the cargo floor panel. A storage compartment is available on the right side of the cargo area. Opening the storage compartment Opening the storage compartment Fold up the cargo floor panel.
  • Page 312 CONTROLS Cargo area Safety information Folding down the rear seat backrest From the rear Warning There is a danger of jamming with folding down the rear seat backrests. There is a risk of injury or risk of damage to property. Make sure that the area of movement of the rear seat backrest and the of the head restraint is clear prior to folding down.
  • Page 313 Cargo area CONTROLS Folding down the rear seat backrest The rear seat backrests of the third seat row are folded down. ▷ Press the switch. The rear seat backrest automatically moves to the Folding back the rear seat backrest respective end position. Pressing again stops the motion.
  • Page 314 CONTROLS Cargo area Closing the lower tailgate. Warning Remove covers from brackets. A cargo cover that snaps back quickly can jam body parts or cause damage. There is a risk of injury or risk of damage to property. Do not let the cargo cover snap back into place. Warning An incorrectly inserted cargo cover can be thrown about the car's interior, such as in the...
  • Page 315 Cargo area CONTROLS Closing the roller cover for luggage Stow the roller cover for the luggage com- partment as far to the right as possible and compartment lower it on the left side. Pull out the roller cover for the luggage com- Close the cargo floor panel.
  • Page 316 CONTROLS Cargo area With the rear seat backrest folded Removing the cargo cover down When the rear seat backrest is folded down, install the cargo area partition net behind the front seats. Fold down the rear seat backrests. Enlarging the cargo area, refer to page 311. Open the front cover caps up on the roof frame until they engage.
  • Page 317 Cargo area CONTROLS With the rear seat backrest upright Fold up the cargo area floor. Stow the cargo area partition net in the re- When the rear seat backrest is upright, install cess. the cargo area partition net behind the 2nd row of seats.

  • Page 318: Driving Tips

    DRIVING TIPS Things to remember when driving Things to remember when driving Vehicle features and options Engine, transmission, and axle drive Up to 1,200 miles/2,000 km This chapter describes model-specific equip- ment, systems, and functions that are currently Do not exceed the maximum engine and road available, or may become available in the fu- speed: ture, even if they are not present in the vehicle.
  • Page 319 Things to remember when driving DRIVING TIPS General driving notes Safety information Closing the tailgate NOTICE Objects in unpaved areas, for instance Safety information stones or branches, can damage the vehicle. There is a risk of damage to property. Do not drive on unpaved terrain.
  • Page 320 DRIVING TIPS Things to remember when driving Do not remove the heat shields installed and There is a risk of injury or risk of damage to never apply undercoating to them. Make sure property. If possible, in the car's interior only that no combustible materials can come in use mobile communication devices, such as contact with hot vehicle parts while driving, in...
  • Page 321 Things to remember when driving DRIVING TIPS Safety information floor mats. Make sure that there is sufficient clearance for the pedals. Ensure that the floor mats are securely fastened again after they NOTICE were removed, for instance for cleaning. When driving too quickly through deep water, the water can penetrate the engine compart- Pedal feel when driving off ment, the electrical system, or the transmis-...
  • Page 322 DRIVING TIPS Things to remember when driving Roof bars Safety information General information Warning Light but consistent pressure on the brake Installation only possible with roof rack. pedal can lead to high temperatures, brake Roof racks are available as optional accesso- wear and possibly even brake system failure.
  • Page 323 Things to remember when driving DRIVING TIPS ▷ Secure the roof luggage firmly, for instance using luggage straps. ▷ Do not let objects project into the swiveling range of the tailgate. ▷ Drive cautiously and avoid driving off and braking with jerky movements or fast cor- nering.

  • Page 324: Trailers And Load Carriers

    DRIVING TIPS Trailers and load carriers Trailers and load carriers Vehicle features and options Stow the payload as low and close to the trailer axle as possible. A low center of gravity in the trailer increases the driving safety of the This chapter describes model-specific equip- entire car-trailer combination.
  • Page 325 Trailers and load carriers DRIVING TIPS Keep the activation times of the electrical com- hot components until after they have cooled ponents short during camper operation to save down. the vehicle battery power. Removing the cover Trailer tail lights ▷ Turn signals/brake lights: 54 watts per side.
  • Page 326 DRIVING TIPS Trailers and load carriers Use of the trailer or rear-mounted Secure the trailer safety chain to the loops for increased safety when driving with a trailer. luggage rack Ensure that the trailer safety chain can move freely and is not dragging on the ground. General information When the trailer power socket is occupied, a Towing a trailer...
  • Page 327 Trailers and load carriers DRIVING TIPS "Type" In order to prevent rolling back when driving off, use the parking brake. Select whether to drive with or without trailer/rear luggage rack. Pull and release the switch shortly Maximum speed before starting. Press and release the The parking brake is set.
  • Page 328 Operating tips can be displayed for easier op- braking at any time, and actively intervene eration of the Trailer Assistant. where appropriate. Select the BMW ID or driver profile. Apps menu Warning "Vehicle apps" The system can steer the vehicle over or "Driving settings"...
  • Page 329 Trailers and load carriers DRIVING TIPS Reversing with Trailer Assistant Canceling Trailer Assistant automatically Attach and connect trailer to vehicle. The system automatically cancels in situations Depending on vehicle equipment and na- such as the following: tional-market version, activate trailer tow- ing on the control display.
  • Page 330 DRIVING TIPS Trailers and load carriers System limits being towed and the trailer power socket is occupied. General information System limits The maximum speed is limited to approx. The system cannot intervene or not intervene 6 mph/10 km/h. in time in the following situations, for instance: A warning is given at a speed of approx.
  • Page 331 Trailers and load carriers DRIVING TIPS Installation ▷ Electrical consumption, refer to page 324. ▷ Use of the trailer or rear-mounted luggage Follow the assembly instructions for rear- rack, refer to page 326. mounted luggage racks. Driving with a rear-mounted Loading luggage rack Because rear-mounted luggage racks raise the...

  • Page 332: Saving Fuel

    DRIVING TIPS Saving fuel Saving fuel Vehicle features and options Adaptive recuperation This chapter describes model-specific equip- Principle ment, systems, and functions that are currently The adaptive recuperation supports an adap- available, or may become available in the fu- tive and comfort-oriented driving style. ture, even if they are not present in the vehicle.
  • Page 333 Saving fuel DRIVING TIPS Current driving condition, refer to page 164. ▷ Accelerator pedal is not operated. ▷ Engine and transmission are at operating temperature. Coasting The function is available in the speed range from approx. 16 mph/25 km/h to Principle 100 mph/160 km/h.
  • Page 334 DRIVING TIPS Saving fuel Overview General information The system has different displays to support Button in the vehicle the driver with an efficient driving style. Functional requirements ▷ Selector lever position D is engaged. ▷ ECO PRO drive mode is activated. Display Power gauge When ECO PRO driving mode is activated, the...
  • Page 335 Saving fuel DRIVING TIPS If the bonus range is shown in gray or is hid- Additional information: den, the current driving style is inefficient. Live Vehicle, refer to page The display turns blue as soon as all condi- Display on the control display tions for efficient driving are met.

  • Page 336: Mobility Refueling

    MOBILITY Refueling Refueling Vehicle features and options Safety information This chapter describes model-specific equip- NOTICE ment, systems, and functions that are currently With a range below 30 miles/50 km, the available, or may become available in the fu- engine may no longer have sufficient fuel. ture, even if they are not present in the vehicle.
  • Page 337 Refueling MOBILITY Emergency unlocking the retaining strap is not jammed or crushed when closing the cap. It may be necessary in certain situations to un- lock the fuel filler flap manually, for instance with an electrical malfunction. Opening Have the fuel filler flap unlocked by an author- To open the fuel filler flap, press on the rear ized service center or another qualified service edge, arrow.

  • Page 338: Wheels And Tires

    MOBILITY Wheels and tires Wheels and tires Vehicle features and options tire inflation pressure specifications apply to the tire sizes approved by the vehicle manu- facturer for the corresponding vehicle types. This chapter describes model-specific equip- To identify the correct tire inflation pressure, ment, systems, and functions that are currently please note the following: available, or may become available in the fu-...
  • Page 339 Wheels and tires MOBILITY Correct the tire inflation pressure if the ac- pressure values on the control display, reset tual tire inflation pressure deviates from the the Tire Pressure Monitor (TPM). intended tire inflation pressure. If equipped with a flat tire monitor, reinitialize Make sure that all valve caps are screwed the flat tire monitor.
  • Page 340 MOBILITY Wheels and tires Tire size Pressure specifications in Tire size Pressure specifications in bar/PSI bar/PSI 255/55 R 20 110 2.6 / 38 3.1 / 45 Front: 275/40 R 2.5 / 36 H XL M+S 22 107 Y XL Rear: 315/35 R 3.0 / 44 Front: 275/40 R 2.5 / 36...
  • Page 341 Wheels and tires MOBILITY Tire pressure values over X7 M60i xDrive 100 mph/160 km/h Tire size Pressure specifications in bar/PSI X7 xDrive40i Specifications in Tire size Pressure specifications in bar/PSI with bar/PSI cold tires Specifications in bar/PSI with 285/45 R 21 113 2.9 / 42 3.4 / 49 cold tires...
  • Page 342 MOBILITY Wheels and tires 45: cross-sectional relationship in % Tires with DOT codes meet the guidelines of the U.S. Department of Transportation. R: radial tire code 18: rim diameter in inches Tire age 96: load bearing capacity Y: speed code letter Recommendation ZR tires: reinforced radial tire for speeds ex- Regardless of the tire tread depth, replace tires...
  • Page 343 Wheels and tires MOBILITY Runflat tires practices and differences in road characteris- tics and climate. Runflat tires, refer to page 347, are labeled with a circular icon containing the letters RSC Traction marked on the tire sidewall. The traction grades, from highest to lowest, are AA, A, B, and C.
  • Page 344 MOBILITY Wheels and tires Safety information height of at least 0.06 in/1.6 mm, which serve as an indicator of tire tread wear. The positions of the wear indicators are Warning marked on the tire sidewall with TWI, Tread Damaged tires can lose tire inflation pres- Wear Indicator.
  • Page 345 Wheels and tires MOBILITY tire combinations on the basis of the following criteria: Warning ▷ Tire size, e.g., tire width, aspect ratio. Unsuitable wheel studs, such as single-sec- tion wheel studs, may loosen or come off. ▷ Wheel size, e.g., rim diameter, offset. The wheel may come loose during driving.
  • Page 346 MOBILITY Wheels and tires Retreaded tires When driving on winter tires, observe the speed limit for winter tires. Do not exceed this limit. Warning Changing runflat tires Retreated tires can have different tire casing structures. With advanced age the service life When changing from runflat tires to standard can be limited.
  • Page 347 Wheels and tires MOBILITY ▷ Do not leave the tires in plastic bags. sary steering corrections as carefully as pos- sible. ▷ Remove dirt from wheels or tires. Runflat tires Identification Principle Runflat tires permit continued driving under limited conditions even in the event of a com- plete tire pressure loss.
  • Page 348 MOBILITY Wheels and tires Tire repair set Sealant bottle and filler hose Principle With the tire repair set, minor tire damage can be sealed temporarily to enable continued driving. General information ▷ The filled in tire sealant closes the damage from the inside when it hardens.
  • Page 349 Wheels and tires MOBILITY ▷ Turn the steering wheel until the front Connect the filler hose to the outlet of the wheels are in the straight-ahead position sealant bottle and turn clockwise by 90° to and engage the steering wheel lock. the stop.
  • Page 350 MOBILITY Wheels and tires an authorized service center or another quali- fied service center or repair shop. NOTICE The compressor can overheat during ex- Minimum tire inflation pressure is tended operation. There is a risk of damage reached to property. Do not run the compressor for more than 10 minutes.
  • Page 351 Wheels and tires MOBILITY Unscrew the valve cap from the wheel and Do not exceed a maximum distance travelled screw the connecting piece of the hose of 125 miles/200 km. onto the valve. Re-initialize the flat tire monitor or reset the Tire Pressure Monitor.
  • Page 352 MOBILITY Wheels and tires Fine-link snow chains Rear axle steering during operation with snow chains The manufacturer of the vehicle recommends the use of fine-link snow chains. Certain types General information of fine-link snow chains have been tested by the manufacturer of the vehicle and recom- In order to guarantee free movement of the mended as road-safe and suitable.
  • Page 353 Wheels and tires MOBILITY General information Enter the information about the mounted tires in the tire settings when the system Sensors in the tire valves measure the tire in- does not automatically detect the tires. flation pressure and tire temperature. ▷...
  • Page 354 MOBILITY Wheels and tires Nominal pressure "Manual" "Tire type" The nominal pressure for the tires on the front and rear axles is displayed. Select the tire size for the rear axle. The specified nominal pressures take the in- For tires with special approval: fluence of driving and outside temperature on "Other tires"...
  • Page 355 An icon with service information is shown on Drive off. the control display and, if necessary, in the My The wheels are displayed in gray and the fol- BMW App. lowing is displayed: "Resetting tire pressure…". Icon Possible cause After a travel time of several minutes, the set tire inflation pressures are accepted as the Leak detected on the tire.
  • Page 356 MOBILITY Wheels and tires Icon Possible cause Icon Possible cause Inflation was not carried out accord- There is a flat tire or a major tire ing to specifications, for instance pressure loss. when the tire has not been suffi- ciently inflated or in the case of a nat- Measure ural steady tire pressure loss.
  • Page 357 Wheels and tires MOBILITY If a tire inflation pressure check is Measure required Reduce the vehicle speed. Do not exceed a speed of 80 mph/130 km/h. Message At the next opportunity, for instance at a fill- An icon with a Check Control message appears ing station, check the tire inflation pressure on the control display.
  • Page 358 MOBILITY Wheels and tires Actions in the event of a flat tire sary steering corrections as carefully as pos- sible. Standard tires Identify the damaged tire. Maximum speed Check the tire pressure in all four tires, You may continue driving with a damaged tire for instance using the tire pressure display at speeds up to 50 mph/80 km/h.
  • Page 359 Wheels and tires MOBILITY Final tire failure Control message is displayed. It may not be possible to identify tire pressure losses. Vibrations or loud noises while driving can indi- cate the final failure of a tire. Measure Reduce speed and stop; otherwise, pieces of the tire could come loose and cause an acci- ▷...
  • Page 360 MOBILITY Wheels and tires ability. Please note that the TPMS is not a The system does not measure the actual infla- substitute for proper tire maintenance, and it tion pressure in the tires. is the driver's responsibility to maintain correct Functional requirements tire pressure, even if under-inflation has not reached the level to trigger illumination of the...
  • Page 361 Wheels and tires MOBILITY Measure Turn on drive-ready state and do not drive off. Reduce your speed and stop cautiously. Start the initialization with: "Perform reset" Avoid sudden braking and steering maneu- vers. Drive off. Check whether the vehicle is fitted with The initialization is completed while driving, standard tires or runflat tires.
  • Page 362 MOBILITY Wheels and tires Vehicle handling with damaged tires Warning Vehicles driven with a damaged tire will han- dle differently, potentially leading to conditions Heavy trailers can start swinging when such as the following: continuing to drive with a flat tire. There may be a risk of accidents or risk of dam- ▷...
  • Page 363 Wheels and tires MOBILITY Changing wheels/tires and risk of damage to property. Only use the jack to change an emergency or spare wheel in the event of a breakdown. General information When using runflat tires or a tire repair set, the wheel does not always need to be changed Warning immediately in the event of a breakdown when...
  • Page 364 MOBILITY Wheels and tires able objects, for instance rocks, under the proper side of the wheels of both the front and NOTICE rear axles to block the car from rolling downhill. Using an impact wrench to loosen or tighten the wheel lock bolt can damage the wheel Lug bolt lock lock bolt.
  • Page 365 Wheels and tires MOBILITY Safety precautions Jacking up the vehicle ▷ Park the vehicle on solid and non-slip ground at a safe distance from road traffic. Warning ▷ Turn on the hazard warning system. Hands and fingers can be jammed when us- ▷...
  • Page 366 MOBILITY Wheels and tires Take your hand away from the jack as soon as suitable for the respective wheel type by as the jack is under load and continue turn- the manufacturer of the vehicle. ing the jack crank handle or lever with one hand.
  • Page 367 Wheels and tires MOBILITY Emergency wheel Remove the cover, arrow 1. To do this, re- lease the snap fastener, arrows 2, on both sides of the cover. Principle In the event of a flat tire, the emergency wheel can be used in place of the wheel with the faulty tire.

  • Page 368: Engine Compartment

    MOBILITY Engine compartment Engine compartment Vehicle features and options available, or may become available in the fu- ture, even if they are not present in the vehicle. Additional information: This chapter describes model-specific equip- ment, systems, and functions that are currently Vehicle equipment, refer to page 8.
  • Page 369 Engine compartment MOBILITY 8-cylinder engine Vehicle identification number 5 Coolant reservoir, engine 2 Filler neck for washer fluid 6 Oil filler neck 3 Jump-starting, negative battery terminal 7 Coolant reservoir, auxiliary cooling 4 Jump-starting, positive battery terminal Hood Warning The engine compartment accommodates Safety information moving components.
  • Page 370 MOBILITY Engine compartment Hood is unlocked. Warning An incorrectly locked hood can open while driving and restrict visibility. There is a risk of accident. Stop immediately and correctly close the hood. Warning Body parts can be jammed when opening Release the lever and pull it again, arrow 2. and closing the hood.

  • Page 371: Operating Materials

    Operating materials MOBILITY Operating materials Vehicle features and options Safety information This chapter describes model-specific equip- Caution ment, systems, and functions that are currently The use of poor-quality fuels may result in available, or may become available in the fu- harmful engine deposits or damage.
  • Page 372 Recommended gas quality Different Check Control messages are shown on the control display depending on the engine BMW recommends AKI 91. oil level and engine oil properties. M Performance model: The vehicle manufacturer recommends having BMW recommends AKI 93.
  • Page 373 Operating materials MOBILITY System limits NOTICE When making frequent short-distance trips or using a sporty driving style, it may not be pos- Engine oil that is not changed in timely fash- sible to calculate a measured value. In this ion can cause increased engine wear and case, the measured value for the last, suffi- thus engine damage.
  • Page 374 MOBILITY Operating materials Adding engine oil Overview The oil filler neck is located in the engine com- General information partment. Only add engine oil when the message is dis- Additional information: played in the instrument cluster. The top-up For an overview, refer to page 368. quantity is indicated in the message shown on the control display.
  • Page 375 The vehicle API SM. manufacturer recommends using coolant with the BMW LC-18 specification. Do not mix cool- API SN. ant additives of different colors. Use a 50:50 mixing ratio of water to coolant additive. Infor-...
  • Page 376 MOBILITY Operating materials Safety information The coolant level is correct when it is just below the maximum mark in the filler neck. Warning With the engine hot and the cooling system open, coolant can escape and lead to scald- ing. There is a risk of injury. Only open the cooling system with the engine cooled down.
  • Page 377 Follow the usage instructions on the washer fluid container. Use of BMW’s Windshield Washer Concen- trate or the equivalent is recommended. The washer fluid reservoir is located in the en- gine compartment.

  • Page 378: Maintenance

    Vehicle equipment, refer to page 8. Information on the service notifications is con- tinuously stored in the vehicle key. The author- BMW maintenance system ized service center can read this data out and suggest a maintenance scope for the vehicle.
  • Page 379 Maintenance MOBILITY Diagnostic socket Position General information Devices connected to the diagnostic socket will trigger the alarm system after locking the vehi- cle. Remove devices connected to the diagnostic socket before locking the vehicle. Safety information There is a diagnostic socket on the driver’s side for reading out vehicle data.

  • Page 380: Replacing Components

    MOBILITY Replacing components Replacing components Vehicle features and options NOTICE Folded-out wipers can be jammed when the This chapter describes model-specific equip- hood is opened. There is a risk of damage to ment, systems, and functions that are currently property. Make sure that the wipers with the available, or may become available in the fu- wiper blades mounted are folded down onto ture, even if they are not present in the vehicle.
  • Page 381 Replacing components MOBILITY Replacing the rear wiper blade Headlight glass The wiper blade is engaged in the center on The inside of the headlight glass can fog up the wiper arm. in cool or humid weather. When driving with the lights switched on, the condensation evap- Lift off the wiper fully and pull off the wiper orates after a short time.
  • Page 382 MOBILITY Replacing components Registering the battery to the Charging the battery vehicle Charge the battery only when the engine is off and via the jump-start terminals in the engine The vehicle manufacturer recommends hav- compartment. ing an authorized service center or another qualified service center or repair shop register With Mild Hybrid technology: charge the bat- the vehicle battery to the vehicle after the bat-...
  • Page 383 The fuses are located at different places in the vehicle. Information on the fuse layout and the posi- tions of the fuse boxes is available on the In- ternet: fusecard.bmw.com. Safety information Warning Incorrect and repaired fuses can overload electrical lines and components. There is a risk of fire.

  • Page 384: Breakdown Assistance

    MOBILITY Breakdown Assistance Breakdown Assistance Vehicle features and options Warning triangle This chapter describes model-specific equip- The warning triangle is located in the tailgate. ment, systems, and functions that are currently Fold open the cover in the tailgate up. available, or may become available in the fu- ture, even if they are not present in the vehicle.
  • Page 385 Follow the displays on the control display. A voice connection is established. Principle Teleservice Diagnosis BMW Group Roadside Assistance can be con- Teleservice Diagnostics enables detailed vehi- tacted if assistance is needed in the event of a cle data to be transmitted via cellular networks, breakdown.
  • Page 386 In addition, a text A voice connection is established. message appears on the control display. When BMW Accident Assistance is triggered, Emergency Call data on the vehicle's condition is sent to BMW. Functional requirements Intelligent emergency call ▷ Active ConnectedDrive contract, equipment...
  • Page 387 ▷ The LED flashes green when a connection to the BMW Response Center has been es- tablished. The BMW Response Center then makes contact with the occupants of the vehicle and initiates further steps to help.
  • Page 388 MOBILITY Breakdown Assistance Safety information Connecting the cables Before you begin, switch off all unnecessary electronic systems/components, such as the DANGER radio, on the assisting and receiving vehicles. Contact with live components can lead to an Open the lid of the jump-start terminal. electric shock.
  • Page 389 Breakdown Assistance MOBILITY Tow-starting and towing ▷ Lift the vehicle using suitable means. ▷ Do not lift or secure the vehicle by its tow fitting, body parts, or suspension parts. General information Depending on vehicle equipment, deactivate Pushing the vehicle the air suspension level adjustment.
  • Page 390 MOBILITY Breakdown Assistance a risk of accident. Make sure that the gross ▷ Do not exceed a towing distance of vehicle weight of the towing vehicle is heavier 3 miles/5 km. than the vehicle to be towed. ▷ When driving off to tow the vehicle, make sure that the tow rope is taut.
  • Page 391 Breakdown Assistance MOBILITY Safety information NOTICE If the tow fitting is not used as intended, there may be damage to the vehicle or to the tow fitting. There is a risk of damage to property. Follow the notes on using the tow fitting. Screw thread for tow fitting Press on the mark on the edge of the cover to push it out.

  • Page 392: Vehicle Care

    MOBILITY Vehicle Care Vehicle Care Vehicle features and options Steam cleaner and high pressure cleaner This chapter describes model-specific equip- Safety information ment, systems, and functions that are currently available, or may become available in the fu- ture, even if they are not present in the vehicle. NOTICE Additional information: When cleaning with high pressure cleaners,...
  • Page 393 General information In a car wash, the vehicle must be able to roll freely. BMW recommends using vehicle care and Some car washes do not permit persons in the cleaning agents from BMW. Suitable vehicle vehicle. The vehicle cannot be locked from the care products are available from an authorized outside when in selector lever position N.
  • Page 394 MOBILITY Vehicle Care Vehicle paintwork Otherwise, dust and road grime particles will rub into pores and folds, causing significant abrasion and premature degradation of the General information surface. Regular vehicle care contributes to driving In case of major soiling, use a moist soft safety and value retention.
  • Page 395 Vehicle Care MOBILITY Caring for special components Rubber components Environmental influences can cause surface Displays, operating elements, and contamination of rubber parts and a loss of protective glass of the Head-up gloss. Use only water and suitable cleaning display agents for cleaning. Treat especially worn rubber parts with rubber care products at regular intervals.
  • Page 396 MOBILITY Vehicle Care Seat belts Regularly grease or oil bearings and sliding surfaces with resin-free greases or oils. Before using steam cleaners or high pressure Warning cleaners on the vehicle, remove the ball head Chemical solvent cleaners can destroy the and insert the cover into the mount.
  • Page 397 Vehicle Care MOBILITY Online Edition for Part no. 01405A7B198 - II/23...

  • Page 398: Reference

    The dimensions can vary depending on the The height of the vehicle can also differ, e.g., model version, equipment version or country- due to tires and vehicle load. specific measurement procedure. BMW X7 Width with mirrors in/mm 87.3/2,218 Width without mirrors in/mm 78.7/2,000...
  • Page 399 Approved gross vehicle weight, towing vehicle lbs/kg 7,088/3,215 a) The trailer load only applies to vehicles with a mount for trailer hitches retrofitted by BMW. b) The trailer load only applies to vehicles with a factory-installed mount for trailer hitches. X7 M60i xDrive...
  • Page 400 Approved gross vehicle weight, towing vehicle lbs/kg 7,319/3,320 a) The trailer load only applies to vehicles with a mount for trailer hitches retrofitted by BMW. b) The trailer load only applies to vehicles with a factory-installed mount for trailer hitches. Filling capacities BMW X7 Fuel tank, approx.

  • Page 401: Appendix

    Appendix REFERENCE Appendix General information Any updates to the Owner's Manual of the ve- hicle 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 Own- er's Manual in the vehicle had closed: ▷...

  • Page 402: Everything From A To Z

    Air flow, automatic climate control Acceleration sensor, see G-Meter Air outlets, see Ventilation Accessories and parts Air pressure, tires Accident Assistance, see BMW Accident Assis- Air quality tance Air suspension, see Two-axle level control Accident prevention, see Active Protection Air vent, see Ventilation...
  • Page 403 BMW IconicSounds Automatic transmission, see Steptronic trans- BMW ID mission BMW iDrive Automatic unlocking BMW Intelligent Personal Assistant Automating routines, BMW Intelligent Personal BMW Live Cockpit Plus, see BMW Curved Dis- Assistant play Online Edition for Part no. 01405A7B198 - II/23...
  • Page 404 BMW Operating System, see BMW iDrive CANCEL button, see Cruise Control sys- BMW Roadside Assistance tems BMW SIM Reader, see Owner’s Manual for Can holder, front, see Cup holder, front Navigation, Entertainment, Communication Can holder, rear, see Cup holder, rear BMW Theater Screen, see Owner’s Manual for...
  • Page 405 Controller Cleaning the camera Control systems, driving stability Climate control Coolant Closing with the Key Card Coolant level Closing with the smartphone, see BMW Digital Coolant temperature, see Engine tempera- ture Clothes hooks Cooling, maximum Coasting Cooling system Coasting with idling engine...
  • Page 406 Driver Attention Camera Diagnostic socket Drive-ready state, engine start Differential lock Drive-ready state, see Operating condition of Digital Key the vehicle Digital Key, see BMW Digital Key Drive Recorder Dimensions Driver profiles Dimmable exterior mirrors Driver profiles, welcome screen Dimmable interior mirror...
  • Page 407 Engine oil, topping up Fastening seat belts, see Seat belts Engine oil types to add Fatigue Alert Engine sound, see BMW IconicSounds Fatigue Alert, see Driver Attention Cam- Engine start, see Drive-ready state Engine start, see Jump-starting Fatigue warner, see Fatigue Alert...
  • Page 408 Gentleman function, see Front passenger seat Floor mats, care functionality Fold-away position, wiper Gesture Control Fold-out position Gestures, see BMW Gesture Control Foot brake Glare shield, see Sun visor Forward Collision Mitigation Glass sunroof Forward Collision Warning, see Forward Colli-...
  • Page 409 Indicator light, front-seat passenger airbag Headlights, turning up, dimming, see Auto- Indicator lights matic High Beam Assistant Individual air distribution Headliner Individual settings, see BMW ID Head restraint pillow Inductive charging, smartphone, see Wireless Head restraints and seats charging tray Head restraints, front...
  • Page 410 Key Card Light switch Keyless Go, see Comfort Access List, instrument cluster, see Selection lists Key, mechanical Live Cockpit Plus, see BMW Curved Display Key, see Vehicle key Live Cockpit Professional, see BMW Curved Kickdown, Steptronic transmission Display Knee airbag...
  • Page 411 Manual control, air distribution Multi-function steering wheel Manual control, air flow Multifunction steering wheel, buttons Manually unlocking doors, see Integrated My BMW app, see Owner’s Manual for Naviga- tion, Entertainment, Communication Manual mode, transmission Map, see Owner's Manual for Navigation, En- tertainment, Communication...
  • Page 412 Everything from A to Z Opening and closing Parking brake function, see Active Park Dis- Opening with the Key Card tance Control Opening with the smartphone, see BMW Digi- Parking lights tal Key Parking view, gesture control Operating condition of the vehicle...
  • Page 413 Rear automatic climate control Reset, Tire Pressure Monitor Rear automatic climate control, locking operat- Reset, vehicle settings ing elements Restricted Driving, see BMW Digital Key Rear axle steering, see Integral Active Steer- RESUME button, see Cruise Control sys- tems Rear-end collision preparation...
  • Page 414 Set day, see Date Safe braking Set time, see Time Safe Exit, see Exit warning Setting, control display Safe Share function, see BMW Digital Key Settings, locking/unlocking Safety and warning, see Collision warning sys- Settings, resetting, vehicle tems Settings, seats and head restraints...
  • Page 415 Everything from A to Z REFERENCE Smallest turning circle, vehicle Stationary climate control via Remote Engine Smartphone, see Owner's Manual for Naviga- Start tion, Entertainment and Communication Stations, see Owner’s Manual for Navigation, Smartphone, using via voice control Entertainment, Communication Snow chains Status control display, tires Sockets, electrical devices...
  • Page 416 REFERENCE Everything from A to Z Tail light, changing, see Lights and bulbs Tools Taking the vehicle out of service Torque display, see Sport displays Tank capacity Touchpad, Controller Technical changes, see For Your Own Safety Tow bar Technical data Tow fitting Telephone, see Owner's Manual for Naviga- Towing...
  • Page 417 Universal remote control Version Software, see Remote Software Up- Unlocking, automatic grade Unlocking, see Opening and Closing Video recording, see BMW Drive Recorder Unlocking, settings Video, see Owner's Manual for Navigation, En- Unpaved roads, cross-country trips tertainment and Communication Updates made after the editorial deadline...
  • Page 418 Washing, vehicle Water on roads Water, see Condensation water under the xDrive parked vehicle xOFFROAD package Web page xView, see BMW xDrive Website, see Internet Weights Welcome Light Carpet, see Welcome light Welcome lights Welcome screen, driver profiles Wheelbase Wheel base, vehicle...
  • Page 419 *BL5A7B198003* 01405A7B198 ue Online Edition for Part no. 01405A7B198 - II/23...
  • Page 423 California Proposition 65 Warning For vehicles sold in California: Online Edition for Part no. 01405A7B198 - II/23...
  • Page 424 BMW DRIVER'S GUIDE APP. YOUR DIGITAL VEHICLE INFORMATION. The BMW Driver's Guide app explains the equipment of your vehicle and offers further scopes and functions: All information surrounding navigation, entertainment and communication Photorealistic animations for various vehicle functions Keyword search 360°...

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