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  • Page 1 LINK: CONTENT & A-Z The Ultimate Driving Machine® OWNER'S MANUAL. THE BMW X7. Online Edition for Part no. 01402720901 - II/19...
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  • Page 3 The more familiar you are with your vehicle, the better control you will have on the road. We therefore strongly suggest: Read this Owner's Manual before starting off in your new BMW. Also use the Integrated Owner's Manual in your vehicle. It contains important information on vehicle operation that will help you make full use of the technical features available in your BMW.
  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Set-up and use ....................... On the road ........................CONTROLS Cockpit ..........................Operating state of the vehicle ..................iDrive ..........................BMW Remote Software Upgrade ................General settings ......................Opening and closing ..................... Seats, mirrors, and steering wheel ................. Transporting children safely ..................Driving ..........................
  • Page 5 © 2019 Bayerische Motoren Werke Aktiengesellschaft Munich, Germany Reprinting, including excerpts, only with the written consent of BMW AG, Munich. US English ID7 II/19, 03 19 490 Printed on environmentally friendly paper, bleached without chlorine, suitable for recycling. Online Edition for Part no. 01402720901 - II/19...
  • Page 6 Online Edition for Part no. 01402720901 - II/19...
  • Page 7 NOTES Information ....................8 Owner's Manual media ................16 Online Edition for Part no. 01402720901 - II/19...
  • Page 8: Notes Information

    Internet Validity of the Owner's Manual Vehicle information and general information on BMW, for instance. on technology, are available Production of the vehicle on the Internet: www.bmwusa.com. At the time of production at the plant, the printed Owner's Manual is the most current resource.
  • Page 9 ››...‹‹ Responses generated by the voice Owner's Manuals. activation system. Your BMW service center is happy to answer any Action steps questions that you may have about the features and options applicable to your vehicle. Action steps to be carried out are presented as a numbered list.
  • Page 10 ▷ Owner's Manual. that you entrust corresponding procedures to a ▷ Information on the vehicle. Do not remove BMW center. If you choose to use another serv‐ stickers. ice facility, BMW recommends use of a facility ▷ Technical vehicle data.
  • Page 11 Information NOTES with BMW vehicles without presenting a safety cept as necessary, service your vehicle in a hazard, even if a country-specific official approval well-ventilated area and wear gloves or wash was issued. BMW does not evaluate whether your hands frequently when servicing your ve‐...
  • Page 12 Electronic components, e.g. control units and ig‐ ing the vehicle. Such damage is not covered by nition keys, contain components for storing tech‐ the BMW New Vehicle Limited Warranty. nical information. Information about the vehicle condition, component usage, maintenance re‐...
  • Page 13 Information NOTES The data documents technical conditions of the the vehicle, e.g., a smartphone, USB stick or vehicle, helps with the identification of the fault, MP3 player. If this data is stored in the vehicle, it compliance with warranty obligations and quality can be deleted at any time.
  • Page 14 Information NOTES Services from the vehicle The EDR in this vehicle is designed to record such data as: manufacturer ▷ How various systems in your vehicle were op‐ Where online services from the vehicle manufac‐ erating. turer are concerned, the corresponding functions are described in the appropriate place, for in‐...
  • Page 15 Na‐ tional Highway Traffic Safety Administration NHTSA, in addition to notifying BMW of North Engine compartment America, LLC, P.O. Box 1227, Westwood, New Jersey 07675-1227, Telephone 1-800-831-1117.
  • Page 16: Owner's Manual Media

    Owner's Manual media NOTES Owner's Manual media Vehicle features and After a software update in the vehicle options After a vehicle software update – such as, a Re‐ mote Software Upgrade – the Integrated Own‐ This chapter describes all standard, country-spe‐ er's Manual for the vehicle will contain the latest cific and optional features offered with the series.
  • Page 17 Owner's Manual media NOTES Selecting the Owner's Manual Select the desired page in the Owner's Manual. Press the button. Press the button again to return to the "CAR" last displayed function. "Owner's Manual" Select the desired method of accessing the Press the button to return to the page contents.
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  • Page 19 QUICK REFERENCE Entering ....................... 20 Set-up and use ................... 24 On the road ....................28 Online Edition for Part no. 01402720901 - II/19...
  • Page 20: Quick Reference Entering

    Entering QUICK REFERENCE Entering Opening and closing Press the button on the remote control. All vehicle access points are locked. Buttons on the remote control Buttons for the central locking system Overview 1 Unlocking 2 Locking 3 To open the tailgate 4 Press and hold or press three times in quick Buttons for the central locking system.
  • Page 21 Entering QUICK REFERENCE Comfort Access Opening and closing the tailgate with no-touch activation Concept Concept The vehicle can be accessed without activating The tailgate can be opened and closed with no- the remote control. touch activation using the remote control you are All you need to do is to have the remote control carrying.
  • Page 22 Entering QUICK REFERENCE Driver's door Depending on the settings, the lower tailgate may also be opened. Closing Press the button on the inside of the upper tailgate. The lower tailgate will be closed automatically with the upper tailgate. Displays and control 1 Safety switch elements 2 Power windows...
  • Page 23 Entering QUICK REFERENCE touchscreen, voice activation system or gesture control. Buttons on the Controller Button Function Opens the main menu. Opens the Apps menu. Opens the Communication menu. Opens the Media/Radio menu. Opens destination input menu for navigation. Opens navigation map. Opens the previous display.
  • Page 24: Set-Up And Use

    Set-up and use QUICK REFERENCE Set-up and use Seats, mirrors, and steering Distance to back of head wheel Electrically adjustable seats ▷ Back: press the button and push the head re‐ straint toward the rear. ▷ Forward: pull the head restraint toward the front.
  • Page 25 Set-up and use QUICK REFERENCE Adjusting the exterior mirrors Storing Set the desired position. Press button on the door. The writ‐ ing on the button lights up. Press the desired button 1 or 2 at the door while the writing is lit. A signal sounds. Calling up settings Press the desired button 1 or 2.
  • Page 26 Set-up and use QUICK REFERENCE Press or move the controller up to apply the The device is connected and displayed in the suggested search term. device list. Select the symbol, if needed. Using the phone Results are displayed in a list. "Search location": select search location.
  • Page 27 Set-up and use QUICK REFERENCE Functional requirements ▷ Compatible iPhone. iPhone 5 or later with iOS 7.1 or later. ▷ Corresponding mobile contract. ▷ Bluetooth, WiFi, and Siri voice operation are activated on the iPhone. Switching on Bluetooth and CarPlay Via iDrive: "COM"...
  • Page 28: On The Road

    On the road QUICK REFERENCE On the road Driving Releasing With drive-ready state switched on: Drive-ready state Press the switch while stepping on the brake pedal or selector lever position P is set. Switching on drive-ready state The LED and indicator light go out. The parking brake is released.
  • Page 29 On the road QUICK REFERENCE Steptronic transmission, Sport A selector lever lock prevents the inadvertent shifting to selector lever position R or the inad‐ program and manual mode vertent shifting from selector lever position P. Engage selector lever position R only when the vehicle is stationary.
  • Page 30 On the road QUICK REFERENCE Turn signal Symbol Function Instrument lighting. Right roadside parking light. Left roadside parking light. ▷ On: press the lever past the resistance point. Wiper system ▷ Off: press the lever past the resistance point in the opposite direction. Switching the wipers on/off and ▷...
  • Page 31 On the road QUICK REFERENCE Brief wipe and switching off Adjusting the sensitivity Press the lever down. Turn the thumbwheel on the wiper lever. ▷ Switching off: press the lever down until it reaches its standard position. Cleaning the windshield ▷...
  • Page 32 On the road QUICK REFERENCE Clean the rear window Button Function Turn the outer switch in the desired direction. Seat and armrest heating. ▷ In resting position: turn the switch downward, arrow 3. The switch automatically returns to Opening the Climate menu. its idle position when released.
  • Page 33 Take care not to add too much engine oil. brake dust and make the rims dirty. Brake dust Observe recommended engine oil types. can be removed by cleaning the rims. BMW rec‐ ommends using vehicle care and cleaning prod‐ ucts from BMW.
  • Page 34 The BMW Assist Concierge service offers infor‐ mation on events, gas stations or hotels, and provides phone numbers and addresses. Many hotels can be booked directly by the BMW Con‐ cierge service. The Concierge service is part of the optional BMW Assist Response Center.
  • Page 35 On the road QUICK REFERENCE Online Edition for Part no. 01402720901 - II/19...
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  • Page 37 CONTROLS Cockpit ......................38 Operating state of the vehicle ..............44 iDrive ......................47 BMW Remote Software Upgrade ............62 General settings ..................65 Opening and closing ................. 78 Seats, mirrors, and steering wheel ............114 Transporting children safely ..............135 Driving .......................
  • Page 38: Controls Cockpit

    Cockpit CONTROLS Cockpit Vehicle features and not necessarily available in your vehicle, e.g., due to the selected options or country versions. This options also applies to safety-related functions and sys‐ tems. When using these functions and systems, This chapter describes all standard, country-spe‐ the applicable laws and regulations must be ob‐...
  • Page 39 Cockpit CONTROLS Gentleman function  116 Cruise control: to store the speed Memory function  130 Pause or continue cruise control Massage function  131 Active Cruise Control: increase dis‐ tance Active Cruise Control: reduce dis‐ Operating the second seat tance row  120 Cruise control rocker switch Opening and closing the tail‐...
  • Page 40 Cockpit CONTROLS Rear window wiper  152 Lights off Daytime running lights  177 Clean the rear window  152 Parking lights  176 Automatic headlight control  175 Horn, entire surface Adaptive light functions  178 High-beam Assistant  178 Heated steering wheel  130 beams  176 Adjusting the steering wheel  129 Instrument lighting  180 19 Glove compartment  310 Right roadside parking light  176 20 Lights...
  • Page 41 Cockpit CONTROLS In the vicinity of the center console 1 Control Display  50 Parking brake  146 Hazard warning system  389 Automatic Hold  147 Intelligent Safety  186 Driving Dynamics Control  144 Ventilation  285 SPORT driving mode 4 Glove compartment  309 COMFORT driving mode 5 Automatic climate control  280 6 Radio/multimedia, see Owner's Manual for ECO PRO driving mode Navigation, Entertainment, and Communica‐...
  • Page 42 Cockpit CONTROLS Auto Start/Stop function  141 Surround View: Panorama View  255 PDC Park Distance Control  247 DSC Dynamic Stability Con‐ trol  221 Without Surround View: rearview camera  252 13 Steptronic transmission selector lever  153 Surround View  255 Cross traffic warning  269 Parking Assistant  263 In the vicinity of the roofliner Emergency Request, SOS  391 Reading...
  • Page 43 Cockpit CONTROLS Interior lights  181 Online Edition for Part no. 01402720901 - II/19...
  • Page 44: Operating State Of The Vehicle

    Operating state of the vehicle CONTROLS Operating state of the vehicle Vehicle features and Safety information options Warning This chapter describes all standard, country-spe‐ An unsecured vehicle can begin to move and cific and optional features offered with the series. possibly roll away.
  • Page 45 Operating state of the vehicle CONTROLS Standby state ▷ After several minutes, if no operation takes place on the vehicle. ▷ If the charge state of the vehicle battery is Concept low. When standby state is switched on, most func‐ ▷...
  • Page 46 Operating state of the vehicle CONTROLS Gasoline engine Warning Depending on the motorization, the full drive An unsecured vehicle can begin to move and power may not be available for approximately possibly roll away. There is a risk of accident. 30 seconds after starting the engine.
  • Page 47: Idrive

    iDrive CONTROLS iDrive Vehicle features and Input and display options Main menu This chapter describes all standard, country-spe‐ General information cific and optional features offered with the series. The main menu is divided into two areas. The It also describes features and functions that are left area contains menu items that can be used not necessarily available in your vehicle, e.g., due to call up all the iDrive functions.
  • Page 48 Management and access to apps and vehicle functions. Additional apps can be purchased Several menu items are preceded by a check‐ from the BMW Store. box. The checkbox indicates whether the func‐ tion is activated or deactivated. Selecting the Widgets menu item activates or deactivates the function.
  • Page 49 iDrive CONTROLS tinations, phone numbers and menu entries or Symbol Meaning pages in the Integrated Owner's Manual. Reminder. Settings are stored for the driver profile currently used. Sending not possible. Overview Entertainment symbols Symbol Meaning Bluetooth audio. USB audio interface. WiFi.
  • Page 50 iDrive CONTROLS Deleting all button assignments Safety information All button assignments can be deleted. NOTICE Press and hold buttons 1 and 8 at the same time. Objects in the area in the front of the Control Display can shift and damage the Control Dis‐ "OK"...
  • Page 51 iDrive CONTROLS Operation Button Function ▷ Turn to switch between menu items, for ex‐ Opens the Communication menu. ample. Opens the Media/Radio menu. Opens destination input menu for navigation. Opens navigation map. Opens the previous display. ▷ Press to select a menu item, for example. Opens the Options menu.
  • Page 52 iDrive CONTROLS It is also possible to select widgets in the instru‐ ▷ Move the Controller to the left. ment cluster, refer to page 160. The current display closes and the previous display is shown. Adjusting the menu ▷ Press the button. Adjusting widgets The previous display re-opens.
  • Page 53 iDrive CONTROLS Entering letters and numbers Deleting ▷ The system distinguishes between upper Symbol Function and lower-case letters and numbers. The en‐ try may require switching between letters and Press the Controller: delete letters or numbers, refer to page 47. number.
  • Page 54 iDrive CONTROLS Operation via touchscreen ▷ Delete selected page: tap "Delete page". ▷ Adjust content of the widget: tap center of General information widget. The Control Display is equipped with a touch‐ Tap "Done". screen. Showing/hiding the display bar You can tap on menu items and widgets. Touch the screen with your fingers.
  • Page 55 Move map. Swipe in the appropriate di‐ ▷ Press the button on the steering rection. wheel. ▷ Say the wake word ›Hello BMW‹ or a personal Enlarge/shrink Drag in or out with the fin‐ wake word. map. gers. ▷ Active voice processing.
  • Page 56 Say the commands, numbers, and letters Personal wake word smoothly and with normal volume, emphasis, In addition to a preset wake word ›Hello BMW‹, a and speed. personal wake word can be set up. The status of the voice recognition is displayed Via iDrive: in the upper area of the Control Display.
  • Page 57 Help on the voice activation system Example for function ▷ To have the available spoken instructions Say the wake word ›Hello BMW‹ or a personal read out loud: ›Voice commands‹. wake word. ▷ To have information on the operating princi‐...
  • Page 58 Turn the volume button during the spoken in‐ structions until the desired volume is set. Several iDrive functions can be operated by hand motion using BMW Gesture Control. ▷ The volume remains constant even if the vol‐ ume of other audio sources is changed.
  • Page 59 iDrive CONTROLS Overview Adjusting Via iDrive: "CAR" "Settings" "General settings" "Gesture control" Select the desired setting: ▷ "User help display": the possible gesture is shown on the Control Display. The gestures that are performed underneath the ▷ "Audio confirmation": an acoustic signal is interior mirror are captured by a camera in the emitted once the gesture is recognized.
  • Page 60 iDrive CONTROLS Gesture Operation Function Slowly move hand counterclockwise with the in‐ The volume is reduced. dex finger stretched out forward. Gesture is detected after one circular motion. Pinch with thumb and index finger and move hand Surround View: turn camera horizontally to the right or left.
  • Page 61 iDrive CONTROLS ▷ Wearing of gloves or jewelry. ▷ Smoking in the car's interior. Online Edition for Part no. 01402720901 - II/19...
  • Page 62: Bmw Remote Software Upgrade

    General information can be displayed on the Control Display. The in‐ BMW recommends performing the Remote formation is available in the ConnectedDrive cus‐ Software Upgrade as soon as it becomes availa‐ tomer portal at any time.
  • Page 63 Download the available upgrade to the smart‐ themselves and traffic, for instance due to the phone in the BMW Connected app. following actions: Follow the instructions in the BMW Con‐ ▷ Pressing the Start/Stop button. nected app. ▷ Releasing the parking brake.
  • Page 64 ▷ Close the windows. ▷ Close the glass sunroof. In the event of a malfunction, follow the instruc‐ tions on the Control Display or in the BMW Con‐ ▷ Close the tailgate. nected app. ▷ Remove energy consuming devices, such as If the malfunction cannot be remedied, contact a a mobile phone.
  • Page 65: General Settings

    ▷ All messages or a limited time period for re‐ ▷ Messages from, e.g., the Concierge service ceived messages. or the BMW Connected app. Via iDrive: ▷ Messages from the vehicle manufacturer. Tip the Controller up. The number of messages is additionally dis‐...
  • Page 66 General settings CONTROLS Time Automatic time setting Depending on your vehicle's optional features, the time, date and, if needed, the time zone are Setting the time zone updated automatically. Via iDrive: Via iDrive: "CAR" "CAR" "Settings" "Settings" "General settings" "General settings" "Date and time"...
  • Page 67 General settings CONTROLS Trip data settings The setting is stored for the driver profile cur‐ rently used. Concept Language The intervals in which the trip data, refer to page 170, will be reset can be configured. Setting the language Resetting trip data Via iDrive: Via iDrive: "CAR"...
  • Page 68 For the position in the instrument cluster, refer to page 159. Concept Activating/deactivating If vehicle tracking has been activated, the current Via iDrive: vehicle position can be displayed in the BMW Connected app or in the ConnectedDrive cus‐ "CAR" tomer portal. "Settings" "General settings"...
  • Page 69 Concept iDrive. The vehicle offers different services, whose use requires a data transfer to BMW or a service pro‐ General information vider. The data transfer can be deactivated for Depending on the equipment package, the fol‐...
  • Page 70 General settings CONTROLS ▷ Stored programmable memory buttons. Function Connec‐ ▷ Travel and Onboard Computer information. tion type ▷ Music hard disk. Making calls via the hands-free Bluetooth. ▷ Navigation, for instance stored destinations. system. ▷ Phone book. Using phone functions via iDrive or touchscreen.
  • Page 71 Bluetooth interface. distract from traffic. It is possible to lose control ▷ The remote control or BMW display key is in of the vehicle. There is a risk of accident. Only the vehicle. use the systems or devices when the traffic sit‐...
  • Page 72 Connect the mobile phone with the tele‐ Select Bluetooth connection if necessary: phone function. "Use BMW iDrive for phone calls, Bluetooth® audio, and apps." Why are no or not all phone book entries dis‐ played or why are they incomplete?
  • Page 73 General settings CONTROLS Configure the mobile phone and connect it ▷ Do not use force when plugging the connec‐ with the telephone function. tor into the USB interface. ▷ Contact was created in the contact list of the ▷ Use a flexible adapter cable. phone after the last synchronization.
  • Page 74 General settings CONTROLS WiFi hotspot "Internet connection" Move the Controller to the left. Search for WiFi networks on the mobile de‐ Concept vice. Select network name on the device. Compatible devices with WiFi interface can use Enter hotspot code on the device and con‐ the Internet connection of the vehicle via the nect.
  • Page 75 General settings CONTROLS Operation ▷ Bluetooth, WiFi, and Siri voice operation are activated on the iPhone. For more information, refer to the Integrated ▷ Booking the ConnectedDrive service: Apple Owner's Manual or the Owner's Manual for Navi‐ CarPlay preparation. gation, Entertainment, Communication. Switching on Bluetooth and Frequently Asked Questions CarPlay...
  • Page 76 General settings CONTROLS Activate WiFi in the vehicle ▷ For some devices, certain settings are neces‐ sary, for instance authorization; see the own‐ Via iDrive: er's manual of the device. "COM" Displaying the device list "Mobile devices" All devices paired with or connected to the vehi‐ Move the Controller to the right.
  • Page 77 General settings CONTROLS Select the desired device. Via iDrive: Select the desired setting. "CAR" ▷ "Disconnect device" "Settings" The device remains paired and can be "General settings" connected again. "Reset vehicle data" ▷ "Connect device" "Reset vehicle data" The functions that were assigned to the When the stored settings in a driver profile are device before disconnecting are assigned synchronized with the ConnectedDrive account,...
  • Page 78: Opening And Closing

    Depending on the equipment version, the vehicle the vehicle from the outside when there are is delivered with two remote controls or one re‐ people in it. mote control and the BMW display key, refer to page 83. Each remote control contains a replaceable bat‐ Warning tery, refer to page 81.
  • Page 79 Opening and closing CONTROLS Overview If, due to the settings, only the driver's door and fuel filler flap were unlocked, press the button on the remote control again to unlock the other ve‐ hicle access points. In addition, the following functions are executed: ▷...
  • Page 80 Opening and closing CONTROLS Locking the vehicle ▷ The interior lights are switched on, unless they were manually switched off. For switch‐ Close the driver's door. ing the interior lights on/off manually, refer to page 181. Press the button on the remote control. ▷...
  • Page 81 Opening and closing CONTROLS cover with a lever movement of the integrated key, arrow 2. NOTICE Sharp-edged or pointed objects can hit the windows and heat conductors while driving. There is a risk of damage to property. Cover the edges and ensure that pointed objects do not hit the windows.
  • Page 82 ▷ The options provided by the Remote Serv‐ ices of the BMW Connected app include the In the case of interference, the vehicle can be ability to lock and unlock a vehicle. unlocked and locked from the outside with the integrated key, refer to page 87.
  • Page 83 Unattended children or animals in the vehicle General information can cause the vehicle to move and endanger The BMW display key is supplied with an addi‐ themselves and traffic, for instance due to the tional mechanical key. If the display key is used,...
  • Page 84 Opening and closing CONTROLS Reception range Swipe to the right or left with a finger to change between the pages. The number of available display key functions If further information is available on a page, tap depends on the distance from the vehicle. the appropriate symbol.
  • Page 85 Opening and closing CONTROLS ▷ Charge the battery for at least three hours Main menu Information/Function before using the display key for the first time "Security or if the key has not been used for an ex‐ information" tended period. Door status.
  • Page 86 General information Connect the display key via the micro-USB A Check Control message is displayed. charging socket to a USB port. BMW display key detection by the vehicle may malfunction under the following circumstances: In the wireless charging tray ▷...
  • Page 87 Removing procedure. Resetting the BMW display key If the charged display key cannot be switched on anymore or if the display does not respond to entries anymore, the display key can be reset.
  • Page 88 Opening and closing CONTROLS Buttons for the central Use the thumb for counter support to prevent the cover from falling out of the door handle. locking system General information In the event of a severe accident, the vehicle is automatically unlocked. The hazard warning sys‐ tem and interior lights come on.
  • Page 89 General information ▷ Unlocking and locking the vehicle using the The behavior of the vehicle during locking via the BMW Digital Key. Comfort Access depends on the following set‐ ▷ Open the tailgate. tings, refer to page 104: ▷...
  • Page 90 Opening and closing CONTROLS Opening the tailgate General information If the tailgate is opened via Comfort Access, locked doors are not unlocked. To avoid locking it in the vehicle, do not place the remote control in the cargo area. Safety information Touch the grooved surface on the handle of a closed vehicle door with your finger for approx.
  • Page 91 Opening and closing CONTROLS Opening Safety information Warning During no-touch activation, vehicle parts may be touched, such as the hot exhaust gas sys‐ tem. There is a risk of injury. When moving your foot, make sure you have a firm stance and do not touch the vehicle.
  • Page 92 Opening and closing CONTROLS this movement, the leg must pass through The unlocking zone is located within a radius of the ranges of both sensors. approx. 3 ft/1 m around the door handles. The vehicle will be locked when the remote con‐ trol leaves the locking zone.
  • Page 93 The vehicle also detects a digital key when the Concept smartphone is switched off. BMW Digital Key allows the vehicle to be un‐ locked and locked, as well as started, with a Functional requirements compatible smartphone, refer to page 71.
  • Page 94 Opening and closing CONTROLS able to use BMW Digital Key. It is possible to use or with a remote control, the removed digital key the key card without proving authorization. can no longer be used. The vehicle owner configures a digital key code...
  • Page 95 The vehicle owner must present proof of authori‐ zation for his vehicle again at the service center to be able to use BMW Digital Key again. Via iDrive: Open the cover of the smartphone tray.
  • Page 96 The following settings, refer to page 105, are phone. available for the operation of the tailgate: When a vehicle is sold, BMW Digital Key should ▷ The opening height of the upper tailgate. be reset in this vehicle. The new vehicle owner should make sure that BMW Digital Key has ▷...
  • Page 97 Opening and closing CONTROLS With Comfort Access: unlock the vehicle or carry the remote control with you and then NOTICE press the button on the outside of the tail‐ Sharp-edged or pointed objects can hit the gate. windows and heat conductors while driving. There is a risk of damage to property.
  • Page 98 Opening and closing CONTROLS Closing The remote control must be located in the car's interior for this function. Functional requirements The lower tailgate will be closed automatically with the upper tailgate. There is no cargo on the lower tailgate. An acoustic signal sounds before the tailgate is From the outside closed.
  • Page 99 ConnectedDrive countries: The settings stored in the driver's profile can be synchronized with Warning the personal BMW ConnectedDrive account. It is Body parts can be jammed while operating the thereby possible to use these settings in other doors. There is a risk of injury. Make sure that BMW vehicles as well.
  • Page 100 Opening and closing CONTROLS ▷ Setting the system language. ▷ ConnectedDrive countries: It is not possible to synchronize with a ConnectedDrive ac‐ ▷ Pairing mobile devices with the vehicle. count. ▷ Non-ConnectedDrive countries: Assign pro‐ The guest profile is selected on the Welcome file name.
  • Page 101 Changing/canceling the account. This means that it is possible to use the recognition function personal settings in other BMW vehicles with ConnectedDrive access as well. If the vehicle and remote control will be handed over for maintenance, for instance, the recogni‐...
  • Page 102 Opening and closing CONTROLS The synchronization with the ConnectedDrive count, the stored data in the ConnectedDrive ac‐ account is enabled in the setup assistant or via count will be retained. iDrive: System limits "CAR" A clear detection of the desired remote control "Driver profiles"...
  • Page 103 Opening and closing CONTROLS Additionally, the following actions are carried out: The procedure for entering the PIN varies de‐ pending on the active driver profile. ▷ The volume of the audio system is limited. ▷ The integrated remote control is deactivated. Driver profile with PIN ▷...
  • Page 104 Opening and closing CONTROLS Adjusting Deactivating valet parking mode General information General information The lock screen of the valet parking mode is dis‐ Depending on the vehicle equipment and coun‐ played on the Control Display. try version, various settings for opening and clos‐ The deactivation of the valet parking mode de‐...
  • Page 105 Opening and closing CONTROLS Tailgate Unlocking is confirmed with two sound signals, locking is confirmed with one sound signal. Opening height of the upper tailgate You can set how far the upper tailgate can be Folding mirrors automatically opened. Via iDrive: When adjusting the opening height, make sure the clearance above the tailgate is at least "CAR"...
  • Page 106 Opening and closing CONTROLS Tailgate and doors Touchless opening of the tailgate The button of the remote control can be config‐ For touchless unlocking, a setting can be en‐ ured to control which part of the tailgate will be tered to open only the upper tailgate or the up‐ opened and if the doors will be unlocked at the per and lower tailgate together: same time.
  • Page 107 Opening and closing CONTROLS ▷ Changes in the vehicle tilt, for instance, dur‐ ▷ Briefly press the button on the remote control ing attempts at stealing a wheel or when tow‐ three times in succession. ing the vehicle. To switch off the alarm: press any button. ▷...
  • Page 108 Opening and closing CONTROLS Power windows Interior motion sensor The windows and the glass sunroof must be closed for the system to function properly. Safety information Avoiding unintentional alarms Warning General information When operating the windows, body parts and objects can be jammed. There is a risk of injury The tilt alarm sensor and interior motion sensor or risk of damage to property.
  • Page 109 Opening and closing CONTROLS Closing without the jam protection The window opens automatically. Pressing the switch again stops the motion. system For convenient opening via the remote control, In case of danger from the outside or if ice might refer to page 78. prevent normal closing, proceed as follows: Closing Pull the switch past the resistance...
  • Page 110 Opening and closing CONTROLS Roller sunblinds, rear side Operation windows Driver's door Press the button to open the closed General information roller sunblinds or to close the open The safety switch, refer to page 109, in the driv‐ roller sunblinds. er's door can be used to prevent children, for in‐...
  • Page 111 Opening and closing CONTROLS Safety information ▷ The tilted glass sunroof closes. Opening/closing the glass Warning sunroof and sun protection Body parts can be jammed when operating the separately glass sunroof. There is a risk of injury. Make sure that the area of movement of the glass ▷...
  • Page 112 Opening and closing CONTROLS Comfort position Button for the front sun protection. In some models, the wind noises in the car's in‐ terior are lowest when the glass sunroof is not Operation fully open. In these models, the automatic func‐ The front and rear sun protection cannot be op‐...
  • Page 113 Opening and closing CONTROLS Press the button to open the closed rear sun protection or to close the open rear sun protection. Press button again to stop the movement. When the button is pressed again, the rear sun Close all doors. protection will move in the opposite direction.
  • Page 114: Seats, Mirrors, And Steering Wheel

    Seats, mirrors, and steering wheel CONTROLS Seats, mirrors, and steering wheel Vehicle features and Safety information options Warning This chapter describes all standard, country-spe‐ Seat adjustments while driving can lead to un‐ cific and optional features offered with the series. expected movements of the seat.
  • Page 115 Seats, mirrors, and steering wheel CONTROLS Overview Seat tilt Move switch up or down. 1 Backrest width 2 Thigh support Backrest tilt 3 Forward/backward, height, seat tilt 4 Upper backrest 5 Backrest tilt, head restraint 6 Lumbar support Forward/backward Move switch forward or backward. Thigh support Multifunctional seat Push switch forward or backward.
  • Page 116 Seats, mirrors, and steering wheel CONTROLS Sport seat To make it easier to enter and exit the vehicle, the backrest width temporarily opens fully. Adjusting ▷ Press the front section of the button: The backrest width de‐ creases. ▷ Press the rear section of the button: Pull the lever at the front of the seat and push The backrest width increases.
  • Page 117 Seats, mirrors, and steering wheel CONTROLS Overview Safety information Warning There is a risk of jamming when folding down the center armrest in the rear. There is a risk of injury. Make sure that the area of movement of the center armrest is clear during folding down. Warning Gentleman function When folding back the second row of seats,...
  • Page 118 Seats, mirrors, and steering wheel CONTROLS Resetting to standard position Access to the third row of seats NOTICE Vehicle parts can be damaged when folding down the second row of seats with folded down center part. There is a risk of damage to property.
  • Page 119 Seats, mirrors, and steering wheel CONTROLS Rear armrest Setting the longitudinal direction Safety information Warning Body parts may be pinched when moving the armrest. There is a risk of injury. Make sure that the area of movement is clear when moving the armrest.
  • Page 120 Seats, mirrors, and steering wheel CONTROLS Fold down rear seat backrest Overview Pull lever up to the stop. Convenient entry, 3rd seat row Fold backrest forward. To make the entry to the rear easier, the seat will Adjusting automatically move to the most forward position. Push the switch once forward or back‐...
  • Page 121 Seats, mirrors, and steering wheel CONTROLS Make sure that the rear seat backrest is locked ▷ Pull the switch. The rear seat backrest au‐ after folding it back. tomatically moves to the respective end position. Pulling again stops the motion. ▷...
  • Page 122 Seats, mirrors, and steering wheel CONTROLS Unlocking from the second seat row The two outer safety belt buckles of the second row of seats are intended for the persons sitting on the left and right. The center safety belt buckle of the second row of seats is intended for the person sitting in the middle.
  • Page 123 Seats, mirrors, and steering wheel CONTROLS Buckling the safety belt Warning Guide the safety belt slowly over shoulder With a rear backrest that is not locked, the pro‐ and hip to put it on. tective function of the middle safety belt is not Insert the tongue plate into the safety belt guaranteed.
  • Page 124 Seats, mirrors, and steering wheel CONTROLS Safety belt reminder for rear Safety information seats Warning General information A missing protective effect due to removed or The safety belt reminder is automatically acti‐ not correctly adjusted head restraints can vated each time the engine starts. cause injuries in the head and neck area.
  • Page 125 Seats, mirrors, and steering wheel CONTROLS Adjusting the side extensions Have the active head restraint checked and if necessary replaced in the case of damage or if it was exposed to an accident. Adjusting the height Fold the side extensions on the head restraint forward for increased lateral support in the rest‐...
  • Page 126 Seats, mirrors, and steering wheel CONTROLS Second row of seats 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‐...
  • Page 127 Seats, mirrors, and steering wheel CONTROLS Adjusting the height Cushions for head restraints in the rear in 6-seater Only use the pillow when the vehicle is switched off. Pull the upper tab through the loop on the top of the head restraint. ▷...
  • Page 128 Seats, mirrors, and steering wheel CONTROLS Exterior mirrors Selecting a mirror To change over to the other mirror: General information Slide the switch. The mirror on the front passenger side is more curved than the driver's side mirror. Malfunction The mirror setting is stored for the driver profile, In case of an electrical malfunction, adjust the refer to page 99, currently in use.
  • Page 129 Seats, mirrors, and steering wheel CONTROLS Automatic Curb Monitor, exterior Functional requirements mirror ▷ Keep the photocells clean. ▷ Do not cover the area between the interior Concept mirror and the windshield. If reverse gear is engaged, the mirror glass on the front passenger side is tilted downward.
  • Page 130 Seats, mirrors, and steering wheel CONTROLS Memory function Adjusting Concept The following settings can be stored and, if nec‐ essary, retrieved using the memory function: ▷ Seat position. ▷ Exterior mirror position. ▷ Steering wheel position. ▷ Height of the Head-up Display. Move the steering wheel to the preferred height and angle to suit your seating position by press‐...
  • Page 131 Seats, mirrors, and steering wheel CONTROLS Overview ▷ Pelvis activation. ▷ Upper body activation. ▷ Full body activation. ▷ Back massage. ▷ Shoulder massage. ▷ Lumbar massage. ▷ Upper body training. ▷ Full body training. Switching on The memory buttons are located on the front doors.
  • Page 132 Seats, mirrors, and steering wheel CONTROLS Overview Seat heating Front Switching on Press the button. Select the temperature level: ▷ Press the button once for each level. ▷ Turn the Controller until the desired level is reached. Press the Controller. ▷...
  • Page 133 Seats, mirrors, and steering wheel CONTROLS ▷ "Seat climate control" ▷ Press the button once for each level. ▷ "Seat and surfaces climate control" ▷ Turn the Controller until the desired level is reached. Press the Controller. ▷ "Seat climate/steer. wheel heating" ▷...
  • Page 134 Seats, mirrors, and steering wheel CONTROLS Overview Seat climate control Switching on Press the button. Select the desired setting via the touch‐ screen. One red and one blue LED each will light up. Switching off Press and hold the button until the LEDs go out.
  • Page 135: Transporting Children Safely

    Transporting children safely CONTROLS Transporting children safely Vehicle features and Always transport children in the rear seat options General information This chapter describes all standard, country-spe‐ Accident research shows that the safest place cific and optional features offered with the series. for children is in the rear seat.
  • Page 136 Transporting children safely CONTROLS Safety information Warning The stability of the child restraint system is lim‐ Warning ited or compromised with incorrect seat adjust‐ Active front-seat passenger airbags can injure a ment or improper installation of the child seat. child in a child restraint system when the air‐ There is a risk of injuries or danger to life.
  • Page 137 Transporting children safely CONTROLS Before installing a child restraint system in the Secure the child restraint system with the front passenger seat, make sure that the front, safety belt. knee and side airbags on the front passenger Allow the belt strap to be pulled in and pull it side are deactivated.
  • Page 138 Transporting children safely CONTROLS Child restraint systems straint fixing system fits securely against the backrest. with tether strap Position Safety information Symbol Meaning Warning The corresponding symbol If the upper retaining strap is incorrectly used shows the mounts for the lower for the child restraint system, the protective ef‐...
  • Page 139 Transporting children safely CONTROLS Anchors 3 Hook for upper retaining strap 4 Anchor Symbol Meaning 5 Floor The respective symbol shows 6 Seat backrest the anchor for the upper retain‐ 7 Upper retaining strap ing strap. Seats with an upper top tether are marked with this symbol.
  • Page 140 Transporting children safely CONTROLS Doors Push the locking lever on the rear doors up. The door can now be opened from the outside only. Safety switch for the rear Press the button on the driver's door. This locks various functions so that they cannot be operated from the rear.
  • Page 141: Driving

    Driving CONTROLS Driving Vehicle features and Auto Start/Stop function options Concept This chapter describes all standard, country-spe‐ The Auto Start/Stop function helps save fuel. cific and optional features offered with the series. The system switches off the engine during a It also describes features and functions that are stop, for instance in traffic congestion or at traffic not necessarily available in your vehicle, e.g., due...
  • Page 142 Driving CONTROLS ▷ Engage selector lever position P. ▷ The car's interior has not yet been heated or cooled to the required level. If all functional preconditions are fulfilled, the en‐ gine switches off. ▷ Where there is a risk of window condensation when the automatic climate control is Air conditioner when the engine is switched on.
  • Page 143 Driving CONTROLS ▷ The hood was unlocked. ▷ If a situation is detected in which the vehicle needs to drive off immediately, the engine is Some indicator lights light up for a varied length started automatically. of time. The function may be restricted if the navigation The engine can only be started via the Start/Stop data is invalid, outdated or not available, for ex‐...
  • Page 144 Driving CONTROLS Switching off the vehicle during an ▷ Engine characteristics. automatic engine stop ▷ Steptronic transmission. ▷ Adaptive chassis. General information ▷ Steering. During an automatic engine stop, the vehicle can ▷ Integral Active Steering. be switched off permanently, for instance when ▷...
  • Page 145 Driving CONTROLS Configuration Button Driving Configura‐ mode tion Via iDrive: "CAR" ECO PRO ECO PRO INDIVIDUAL "Settings" ADAPTIVE ADAPTIVE "Driving mode" "SPORT INDIVIDUAL" When drive-ready state is switched on, the COMFORT driving mode is selected automati‐ Select the desired setting. cally.
  • Page 146 Driving CONTROLS Parking brake Configuration Via iDrive: Concept "CAR" "Settings" The parking brake is used to prevent the vehicle from rolling when it is parked. "Driving mode" "ECO PRO INDIVIDUAL" Safety information Select the desired setting. The setting is stored for the driver profile cur‐ Warning rently used.
  • Page 147 Driving CONTROLS Overview Releasing Releasing manually Switch on drive-ready state. Press the switch while stepping on the brake pedal or selector lever position P is set. The LED and indicator light go out. The parking brake is released. Automatic release Parking brake The parking brake is released automatically when you drive away.
  • Page 148 Driving CONTROLS Safety information Overview Warning An unsecured vehicle can begin to move and possibly roll away. There is a risk of accident. Before exiting, secure the vehicle against roll‐ ing. In order to ensure that the vehicle is secured against rolling away, follow the following: ▷...
  • Page 149 Driving CONTROLS Activating the parking brake This process may take a few seconds. Some mechanical sounds associated with this process automatically are normal. The parking brake is automatically set if drive- ready state is switched off while the vehicle is The indicator light is no longer illumi‐...
  • Page 150 Driving CONTROLS Signaling briefly wipers are in the folded away state and the wip‐ ers are folded in when switching on. Press the lever to the resistance point and hold it there for as long as you want the turn signal to flash.
  • Page 151 Driving CONTROLS ▷ Switching off: press the lever down until it In frosty conditions, wiper operation may not reaches its standard position. start. ▷ Brief wipe: press the lever down from the standard position. Deactivating The lever automatically returns to its initial Press the lever back into the standard position.
  • Page 152 Driving CONTROLS Cleaning the windshield ▷ In resting position: turn the switch downward, arrow 3. The switch automatically returns to its idle position when released. ▷ In intermittent mode: turn the switch further, arrow 2. The switch automatically returns to its interval position when released.
  • Page 153 Driving CONTROLS Safety information Press and hold the wiper lever down, until the wipers stop in a close to vertical position. Warning An unsecured vehicle can begin to move and possibly roll away. There is a risk of accident. Before exiting, secure the vehicle against roll‐ ing, for instance with the parking brake.
  • Page 154 Driving CONTROLS and selector lever position D, M/S or R is en‐ selector lever automatically returns to the gaged. center position when released. Engaging selector lever positions General information To prevent the vehicle from creeping after you select a drive mode, maintain pressure on the brake pedal until you are ready to start.
  • Page 155 Driving CONTROLS Activating the Sport program In this way, standby state remains switched on, and a Check Control message is dis‐ played. The vehicle can roll. NOTICE Selector lever position P is automatically en‐ gaged when standby state is switched off. There is a risk of damage to property.
  • Page 156 M/S manual mode once the maximum speed is reached. Steptronic Sport transmission Depending on the BMW M drive configuration, With the appropriate transmission version, the this function is active independently of the driv‐ lowest possible gear can be selected by simulta‐...
  • Page 157 Driving CONTROLS Displays in the instrument Release brake, as soon as the starter stops. cluster Maneuver the vehicle from the danger area and secure it against moving on its own. The selector lever position is dis‐ For additional information, see the chapter on played, for example P.
  • Page 158 Driving CONTROLS A flag symbol is displayed in the instrument cluster. The starting engine speed adjusts. Within 3 seconds, release the brake. Repeated use during a trip After Launch Control has been used, the trans‐ mission must cool down for approx. 5 minutes before Launch Control can be used again.
  • Page 159: Displays

    Displays CONTROLS Displays Vehicle features and Overview options This chapter describes all standard, country-spe‐ cific and optional features offered with the series. It also describes features and functions that are not necessarily available in your vehicle, e.g., due to the selected options or country versions. This also applies to safety-related functions and sys‐...
  • Page 160 Displays CONTROLS Widgets in the instrument ▷ Navigation displays such as the map view or, if destination guidance is active, a route pre‐ cluster view with destination guidance information. ▷ Displays showing service requirements. Concept Some displays in the central display area can be configured individually.
  • Page 161 Displays CONTROLS Efficiency display ing is displayed as ECO PRO bonus range, refer to page 334. Concept Check Control Information about driving style and consumption can be displayed in the form of a consumption display as a widget in the instrument cluster, for Concept example.
  • Page 162 Displays CONTROLS Temporary display Messages after trip completion Some Check Control messages are hidden auto‐ Certain messages displayed while driving are dis‐ matically after approx. 20 seconds. The Check played again after drive-ready state is switched Control messages are stored and can be dis‐ off.
  • Page 163 Displays CONTROLS DSC Dynamic Stability Control is Have the vehicle checked immediately by a deal‐ er's service center or another qualified service deactivated or DTC Dynamic center or repair shop. Traction Control is activated DSC is deactivated or DTC is activated. Parking brake DSC, refer to page 221, and DTC, refer The parking brake is set.
  • Page 164 Displays CONTROLS Emissions Lane departure warning ▷ The warning light lights up: The indicator light lights up: the system is activated. A lane marking was detected Emissions are deteriorating. Have the on at least one side of the vehicle and vehicle checked as soon as possible.
  • Page 165 Displays CONTROLS General information Display Vehicle tilt position may cause the display to vary. Information on refueling, refer to page 342. Display An arrow beside the fuel pump symbol shows which side of the vehicle the fuel filler flap is on. The current range is displayed as ▷...
  • Page 166 Displays CONTROLS Engine temperature Range Display Concept The range indicates the distance that can still be ▷ Cold engine: the pointer is at covered with the current fuel level. the low temperature end. Drive at moderate engine and General information vehicle speeds.
  • Page 167 "Service schedule" ice requirements from your remote control. "BMW Service" Some information on service requirements can "Date:" also be shown on the BMW display key. Select the desired setting. Display Automatic Service Request Detailed information on service Data regarding the service status or legally man‐...
  • Page 168 Displays CONTROLS Safety information On vehicles without a gear shift indicator, the en‐ gaged gear is displayed. Example Description Warning The system cannot serve as a substitute for the Efficient gear is set. driver’s personal judgment in assessing visibility and traffic situation. There is a risk of accident. Adjust driving style to traffic conditions.
  • Page 169 Displays CONTROLS "Info on speed limits" displayed with a marking in the speedom‐ eter in the instrument cluster. "Show current limit" System limits Display The system may not be fully functional and may Speed Limit Info provide incorrect information in the following sit‐ uations: Current speed limit.
  • Page 170 Displays CONTROLS Selection lists Displaying and using the list Button Function Concept Change the entertainment Lists can be displayed and, if necessary, used for source. certain functions in the instrument cluster or the Pressing the button again will Head-up Display. close the currently displayed ▷...
  • Page 171 Displays CONTROLS ▷ Total time for shut off engine through the ▷ "Start of trip ( )": the values are automati‐ Auto Start/Stop function. cally reset approx. four hours after the ve‐ hicle has come to a standstill. ▷ Distance traveled in Coasting mode. ▷...
  • Page 172 Displays CONTROLS Sport displays Opening the vehicle status Via iDrive: Concept "CAR" The Sport displays especially support a sporty "Vehicle status" driving style. Information at a glance Display on the Control Display Symbols Description Overview "Flat Tire Monitor": status of the The following information is displayed: Flat Tire Monitor, refer to ▷...
  • Page 173 Displays CONTROLS Overview "Head-up display" Select the desired setting. The setting is stored for the driver profile cur‐ rently used. Setting the brightness The brightness is automatically adjusted to the ambient brightness. The basic setting can be adjusted manually. Via iDrive: Switching on/off "CAR"...
  • Page 174 Displays CONTROLS Setting the rotation Visibility of the display The Head-up Display view can be rotated. The visibility of the displays in the Head-up Dis‐ play is influenced by the following factors: Via iDrive: ▷ Seat position. "CAR" ▷ Objects on the cover of the Head-up Display. "Settings"...
  • Page 175: Lights

    Lights CONTROLS Lights Vehicle features and Symbol Function options Parking lights. This chapter describes all standard, country-spe‐ Automatic headlight control. cific and optional features offered with the series. It also describes features and functions that are Adaptive light functions. not necessarily available in your vehicle, e.g., due Low beams.
  • Page 176 Lights CONTROLS Switching off The LED in the button lights up. The indicator light in the instrument clus‐ Press the button on the light switch ele‐ ter is illuminated when the low beams are ment or switch on the drive-ready state. switched on.
  • Page 177 Lights CONTROLS Welcome lights Headlight courtesy delay feature General information General information Depending on the equipment, the exterior light‐ ing of the vehicle can be set individually. The low beams stay lit for a certain time if the high beams are switched on after standby state Activating/deactivating is switched on.
  • Page 178 Lights CONTROLS Adaptive light functions When driving in reverse, the cornering lights may be automatically switched on regardless of the steering angle. Concept Adaptive light functions enable dynamic illumina‐ Adaptive headlight range tion of the roadway. control General information The adaptive headlight range control feature bal‐ The adaptive light functions may consist of one ances out acceleration and braking processes as system or multiple systems, depending on the...
  • Page 179 Lights CONTROLS Sensitivity of the high-beam Press the button on the turn signal lever. Assistant General information The sensitivity of the high-beam Assistant can be adjusted. Safety information Warning The indicator light in the instrument clus‐ If adjustments have been made or the sensitiv‐ ter is illuminated when the low beams are ity has been modified, oncoming traffic may be switched on.
  • Page 180 Lights CONTROLS Fog lights wagons; when driving close to train or ship traffic; or at animal crossings. ▷ In tight curves, on hilltops or in depressions, Front fog lights in crossing traffic or half-obscured oncoming traffic on highways. Concept ▷ In poorly-lit towns and cities or in the pres‐...
  • Page 181 Lights CONTROLS Interior lights Depending on the vehicle equipment, the read‐ ing lights are located next to the interior lights in the front and rear. General information Depending on the equipment version, interior Ambient light lights, footwell lights, entry lights, ambient light‐ ing, and speaker lighting are automatically con‐...
  • Page 182 Lights CONTROLS "Interior lighting" If the speakers are muted, speaker lighting will be switched off. "Brightness" Select the desired setting. Switching on/off The speaker lighting is switched on when the ve‐ Dynamic light hicle is unlocked, and switched off when the ve‐ Via iDrive: hicle is locked.
  • Page 183: Safety

    Safety CONTROLS Safety Vehicle features and not necessarily available in your vehicle, e.g., due to the selected options or country versions. This options also applies to safety-related functions and sys‐ tems. When using these functions and systems, This chapter describes all standard, country-spe‐ the applicable laws and regulations must be ob‐...
  • Page 184 Vehicle modifications for a person with disabili‐ ▷ Always grasp the steering wheel on the ties may affect the air bag system; contact BMW steering wheel rim. Hold your hands at the Customer Relations for further information. 3 o'clock and 9 o'clock positions, to keep the Warnings and information on the airbags are also found on the sun visors.
  • Page 185 Safety CONTROLS Functional readiness of the To maintain the accuracy of this function over the long term, calibrate the front seats as soon as airbag system a respective message appears on the Control Display. Safety information Calibrating the front seats Warning Individual components can be hot after trigger‐...
  • Page 186 Safety CONTROLS General information Indicator light for the front-seat passenger airbags Before transporting a child on the front passen‐ ger seat, refer to the safety information and in‐ The indicator light for the front-seat passenger structions for children on the front passenger airbag in the roofliner indicates the operating seat, see Children.
  • Page 187 Safety CONTROLS General information Warning Depending on how the vehicle is equipped, Intel‐ Due to system limits, individual functions can ligent Safety consists of one or more systems malfunction during tow-starting/towing with the that can help prevent an imminent collision. Intelligent Safety systems activated.
  • Page 188 Safety CONTROLS If all Intelligent Safety systems were switched off, above approx. 3 mph/5 km/h. The timing of warn‐ all systems are now switched on. ings may vary with the current driving situation. "Configure INDIVIDUAL": depending on the With the vehicle approaching another vehicle in‐ equipment version, the Intelligent Safety sys‐...
  • Page 189 Safety CONTROLS Overview Always keep radar sensor clean and unob‐ structed. Button in the vehicle Switching on/off Switching on automatically The system is automatically active after every driving off. Switching on/off manually Press the button. The menu for the Intelligent Safety sys‐ Intelligent Safety tem is displayed.
  • Page 190 Safety CONTROLS Prewarning Button Status This warning is provided, for instance when there Button lights up green: all Intelligent is impending danger of a collision or the distance Safety systems are switched on. to the vehicle ahead is too small. Button lights up orange: some Intelli‐...
  • Page 191 Safety CONTROLS The braking intervention occurs only if vehicle The following situations may not be detected, for stability has not been restricted, for instance by instance: deactivating the DSC Dynamic Stability Control. ▷ Slow moving vehicles when you approach The driver may interrupt the braking intervention them at high speed.
  • Page 192 Safety CONTROLS Warning sensitivity style to traffic conditions. Watch traffic closely and actively intervene where appropriate. The more sensitive the warning settings are, for example the warning time, the more warnings are displayed. Therefore, there may also be an ex‐ Overview cess of premature or unjustified warnings and re‐...
  • Page 193 Safety CONTROLS Camera Symbol Measure Symbol lights up red: prewarning. Brake and increase distance. Symbol flashes red and an acoustic signal sounds: acute warning for ob‐ stacles. Brake and make an evasive maneu‐ ver, if necessary. Symbol flashes red and an acoustic The camera is installed near the interior mirror.
  • Page 194 Safety CONTROLS Detection range ▷ During calibration of the camera immediately after vehicle delivery. ▷ If there are constant blinding effects because of oncoming light, for instance from the sun low in the sky. Intersection collision warning The system's detection potential is limited. Concept Only objects that are detected by the system are The system may prevent some accidents with...
  • Page 195 Safety CONTROLS Detection range Overview Vehicles that cross your direction of travel can be Button in the vehicle detected by the system as soon as these vehi‐ cles enter into the detection range of the system. Safety information Warning The system cannot serve as a substitute for the driver’s personal judgment in assessing visibility and traffic situation.
  • Page 196 Safety CONTROLS Press and hold this button. All Intelligent Safety systems are switched off. Button Status Button lights up green: all Intelligent Safety systems are switched on. Button lights up orange: some Intelli‐ Front center bumper. gent Safety systems are switched off or currently unavailable.
  • Page 197 Safety CONTROLS Braking intervention Sym‐ Measure The warning prompts the driver to intervene. The system may also assist in braking if there is Danger of collision with vehicle a risk of collision. crossing from the right. The vehicle can be decelerated to a standstill. Danger of collision with vehicle The braking intervention occurs only if vehicle crossing from the left.
  • Page 198 Safety CONTROLS Detection range ▷ If there are constant blinding effects because of oncoming light, for instance from the sun low in the sky. Attaching any objects such as stickers or film in the beam area of the radar sensors will also im‐ pact the function of the radar sensors and may even cause them to fail.
  • Page 199 Safety CONTROLS Detection range Warning Due to system limits, individual functions can malfunction during tow-starting/towing with the Intelligent Safety systems activated. There is a risk of accident. Switch all Intelligent Safety systems off prior to tow-starting/towing. Overview The detection area in front of the vehicle is div‐ Button in the vehicle ided into two areas: ▷...
  • Page 200 Safety CONTROLS With radar sensor "INDIVIDUAL": the Intelligent Safety systems are switched on according to the individual settings. Some Intelligent Safety systems cannot be indi‐ vidually switched off. Press and hold this button. All Intelligent Safety systems are switched off. Button Status The radar sensor is located in the lower area of Button lights up green: all Intelligent...
  • Page 201 Safety CONTROLS The braking intervention occurs only if vehicle ▷ Pedestrians having a body size less than stability has not been restricted, for instance by 32 in/80 cm. deactivating the DSC Dynamic Stability Control. Functional limitations The driver may interrupt the braking intervention function by stepping on the accelerator pedal or The system may not be fully functional or may by actively moving the steering wheel.
  • Page 202 Safety CONTROLS Pedestrian and animal detection trians and animals on the street. The system de‐ tects warm objects that are similar in shape to human beings or animals. If necessary, the ther‐ mal image can be displayed on the Control Dis‐ play.
  • Page 203 Safety CONTROLS Safety information Warning The system cannot serve as a substitute for the driver’s personal judgment in assessing visibility and traffic situation. There is a risk of accident. Adjust driving style to traffic conditions. Watch traffic closely and actively intervene where ap‐ propriate.
  • Page 204 Safety CONTROLS Warning area in front of the vehicle The image from the camera is displayed on the Control Display. Adjusting the thermal image Brightness and contrast can be adjusted, when the thermal image is switched on. Via iDrive: Select brightness or contrast: ▷...
  • Page 205 Safety CONTROLS Display in the Head-up Display General information The warning is displayed simultaneously in the This camera-based system warns starting at a Head-up Display and on the instrument cluster. minimum speed. The minimum speed is country-specific and is System limits displayed in the menu for the intelligent Safety systems.
  • Page 206 Safety CONTROLS Functional requirements Switching on/off manually The camera must detect the lane markings for Press the button. the lane departure warning to be active. The menu for the Intelligent Safety sys‐ tem is displayed. Overview If all Intelligent Safety systems were switched off, all systems are now switched on.
  • Page 207 Safety CONTROLS Setting the warning time Via iDrive: Via iDrive: "CAR" "Settings" "CAR" "Driver Assistance" "Settings" "Safety and warnings" "Driver Assistance" "Lane Departure Warning" "Safety and warnings" "Steering intervention" "Lane Departure Warning" The selected setting is stored for the driver pro‐ Select the desired setting: file currently used.
  • Page 208 Safety CONTROLS acoustic warning will sound. A short warning sig‐ ▷ In heavy fog, wet conditions, or snowfall. nal will sound at the second steering interven‐ ▷ In the event of missing, worn, poorly visible, tion. Beginning with the third steering interven‐ merging, diverging, or multiple lane markings tion, an continuous warning will sound.
  • Page 209 Safety CONTROLS General information Warning Indicators and warnings cannot serve as a sub‐ stitute for the driver’s personal judgment. Due to its limits, the system may not issue warnings or reactions, or these may be issued late or in a manner that is not consistent with their normal use.
  • Page 210 Safety CONTROLS Switching on/off Button Status Button lights up green: all Intelligent Switching on automatically Safety systems are switched on. Blind spot collision warning is automatically acti‐ Button lights up orange: some Intelli‐ vated after departure if the function was gent Safety systems are switched off switched on at the end of the last trip.
  • Page 211 Safety CONTROLS Vehicles with side collision Vehicles with side collision mitigation: switching steering mitigation intervention on/off If there is no response to the vibration of the steering wheel at speeds of up to The steering intervention can be switched on 130 mph/210 km/h and the lane marking is and off separately for blind spot collision warning crossed, the system intervenes with a brief active...
  • Page 212 Safety CONTROLS ▷ When a vehicle is approaching at a speed switched on. A Check Control message is dis‐ much faster than your own. played. ▷ In heavy fog, wet conditions, or snowfall. Displaying warnings ▷ In tight curves or on narrow lanes. Depending on the selected warning settings, for ▷...
  • Page 213 Safety CONTROLS Safety information Radar sensors The radar sensors are located in the bumpers. Warning The system cannot serve as a substitute for the driver’s personal judgment in assessing visibility and traffic situation. There is a risk of accident. Adjust driving style to traffic conditions. Watch traffic closely and actively intervene where ap‐...
  • Page 214 Safety CONTROLS Switching on/off Button Status Button lights up green: all Intelligent Switching on automatically Safety systems are switched on. The side collision mitigation activates automati‐ Button lights up orange: some Intelli‐ cally after departure if the function was switched gent Safety systems are switched off on at the end of the last trip.
  • Page 215 Safety CONTROLS If necessary, an active steering intervention then ▷ If there are constant blinding effects because takes place to prevent collisions and maintain the of oncoming light, for instance from the sun vehicle within its own lane. low in the sky. The steering intervention can be noticed on the ▷...
  • Page 216 Safety CONTROLS General information Overview Radar sensors Two radar sensors in the rear bumper monitor the area behind the vehicle. The radar sensors are located in the rear If a vehicle approaches from the rear at a certain bumper. speed, the system responds as follows: Always keep the bumper in the area of the radar ▷...
  • Page 217 Safety CONTROLS Emergency Stop Assistant ▷ Lane changes are executed at speeds of ap‐ prox. 43 mph/70 km/h up to approx. 62 mph/100 km/h. Concept Activating the emergency stop If the driver is no longer fit to drive, the system function helps to safely bring the vehicle to a standstill.
  • Page 218 Safety CONTROLS ▷ Parking brake is set. ▷ Front collision mitigation: Brake Assistant. ▷ Interior lights are switched on. ▷ Night Vision with pedestrian and animal de‐ tection: Brake Assistant. ▷ Central locking system is unlocked. ▷ Rear collision preparation: detection of immi‐ Displays in the instrument nent rear collisions.
  • Page 219 Safety CONTROLS PostCrash – iBrake Safety information Concept Warning The system cannot serve as a substitute for the In the event of an accident, the system can bring driver’s personal judgment in assessing one's the vehicle to a halt automatically without inter‐ physical state.
  • Page 220 Safety CONTROLS Via iDrive: "CAR" "Settings" "General settings" "Fatigue and Focus Alert" Select the desired setting: ▷ "Standard": the break recommendation is made with a defined value. ▷ "Sensitive": the break recommendation is issued earlier. ▷ "Off": no break recommendation is made. Display If the driver becomes less alert or fatigued, a message is displayed in the Control Display with...
  • Page 221: Driving Stability Control Systems

    Driving stability control systems CONTROLS Driving stability control systems Vehicle features and Adaptive brake assistant options In combination with Active Cruise Control, this system ensures that the brakes respond even This chapter describes all standard, country-spe‐ more rapidly when braking in critical situations. cific and optional features offered with the series.
  • Page 222 Driving stability control systems CONTROLS Safety information Deactivating/activating DSC General information Warning When DSC is deactivated, driving stability is re‐ The system cannot serve as a substitute for the duced during acceleration and when driving in driver’s personal judgment in assessing the curves.
  • Page 223 Driving stability control systems CONTROLS DTC Dynamic Traction Activating/deactivating DTC Control Activating DTC Press the button. Concept TRACTION is displayed in the instru‐ DTC is a version of the DSC Dynamic Stability ment cluster and the indicator light for DSC OFF Control where forward momentum is optimized.
  • Page 224 Driving stability control systems CONTROLS Display in the Head-up Display driving dynamics. xDrive variably distributes the driving forces to the front and rear axles as de‐ Some of the information can also be displayed in manded by the driving situation and road surface. the Head-up Display.
  • Page 225 Driving stability control systems CONTROLS Display in the instrument cluster While HTC is controlling the speed, the system automatically distributes the braking force to the A symbol and the selected de‐ individual wheels. This improves vehicle drivabil‐ sired speed are displayed. ity and stability.
  • Page 226 Driving stability control systems CONTROLS Using the brake pedal Tuning While HDC is controlling the speed, the set de‐ The system offers several different tunings. sired speed can be reduced by depressing the Driving mode Integral Active Steering brake pedal. COMFORT comfortable, for optimal Deactivating HDC...
  • Page 227: Driver Assistance Systems

    Driver assistance systems CONTROLS Driver assistance systems Vehicle features and Overview options Buttons on the steering wheel This chapter describes all standard, country-spe‐ Button Function cific and optional features offered with the series. System on/off, refer to page 227. It also describes features and functions that are not necessarily available in your vehicle, e.g., due to the selected options or country versions.
  • Page 228 Driver assistance systems CONTROLS ▷ When cruise control is switched on. The speed limit can be exceeded intentionally. There is no warning in this case. ▷ When certain programs are activated via the Driving Dynamics Control. Press the accelerator pedal all the way down to intentionally exceed the set speed limit.
  • Page 229 Driver assistance systems CONTROLS ▷ The indicator light flashes: the set speed limit There may be a risk of accident or risk of dam‐ has been exceeded. age to property. Only use the system if driving at constant speed is possible. ▷...
  • Page 230 Driver assistance systems CONTROLS DSC Dynamic Stability Control is switched on, if When the system is switched on, the current necessary. speed is maintained and stored as the desired speed. Switching off The stored speed is displayed, refer to page 231, on the speedometer. Press the button on the steering wheel.
  • Page 231 Driver assistance systems CONTROLS Continuing cruise control System limits An interrupted cruise control can be continued The desired speed is also maintained downhill. by calling up the stored speed. The speed may not be maintained on uphill grades if the engine power is insufficient. Make sure that the difference between current speed and stored speed is not too large before In ECO PRO driving mode, the vehicle may ex‐...
  • Page 232 Driver assistance systems CONTROLS Safety information ▷ When fast approaching a slowly moving vehicle. ▷ Vehicle suddenly swerving into own lane. Warning ▷ When fast approaching standing vehicles. The system cannot serve as a substitute for the There is a risk of injuries or danger to life. driver’s personal judgment in assessing the Watch traffic closely and actively intervene traffic conditions.
  • Page 233 Driver assistance systems CONTROLS Keep the windshield in front of the interior mirror Button Function clean and clear. Without steering and traffic jam assis‐ tant: Area of application Pause cruise control, refer to The system is best used on well-constructed page 234.
  • Page 234 Driver assistance systems CONTROLS The selected function is shown in green. Without steering and traffic jam assis‐ tant. The setting is stored for the driver profile cur‐ rently used. With steering and traffic jam assistant. Switching on If interrupting the system while stationary, press With steering and traffic jam assistant: on the brake pedal at the same time.
  • Page 235 Driver assistance systems CONTROLS Setting the speed ▷ Each time the rocker switch is pressed to the resistance point, the desired speed increases or decreases by 1 mph/1 km/h. Maintaining and storing the speed ▷ Each time the rocker switch is pressed past the resistance point, the desired speed changes by a maximum of 5 mph/10 km/h.
  • Page 236 Driver assistance systems CONTROLS calling up the stored speed. Otherwise, uninten‐ With steering and traffic jam assistant: switch on tional braking or accelerating may occur. distance control: Press the following button on the steering wheel Press the button. with the system interrupted: After switching, a Check Control message is dis‐...
  • Page 237 Driver assistance systems CONTROLS Indicator/warning lights Symbol Description Distance 4 Symbol Description This value is set automatically Indicator light green: system is after the system is switched on. active. No indicator light: system is switched off. System interrupted. Vehicle symbol flashes: The conditions are not adequate for the system to work.
  • Page 238 Driver assistance systems CONTROLS ▷ Speed greater than approx. 40 mph/70 km/h. If a vehicle driving ahead of you suddenly swerves into your lane, the system may not be System limits able to automatically restore the selected dis‐ tance. It may not be possible to restore the se‐ lected distance in certain situations, including if Detection range you are driving significantly faster than vehicles...
  • Page 239 Driver assistance systems CONTROLS Malfunction releasing the accelerator pedal the system is re‐ activated and controls speed independently. Radar sensor Driving off The system cannot be activated if the radar sen‐ sor is not aligned correctly. This may be caused In some situations, the vehicle cannot drive off by damage incurred, for instance during parking.
  • Page 240 Driver assistance systems CONTROLS Safety information ▷ "Adjust manually": detected speed limit can be applied manually. ▷ "Show anticipation": detected speed lim‐ Warning its are displayed in the instrument cluster The system cannot serve as a substitute for the without being applied. driver’s personal judgment in assessing the ▷...
  • Page 241 Driver assistance systems CONTROLS Overview Consider the system limits of Speed Limit Info, refer to page 169. Buttons on the steering wheel Upcoming speed limits can only be applied for the Active Cruise Control. Button Function The system may not respond to top speed limi‐ tations when the navigation system is unable to Steering and traffic jam assistant on/ clearly identify the position of the vehicle.
  • Page 242 Driver assistance systems CONTROLS ▷ Safety belt on the driver's side fastened. Additionally, the following systems must be ac‐ tive: ▷ Approach control warning. ▷ Person warning. ▷ Side collision mitigation. Switching on/off Rear bumper. Assisted Driving Always keep the bumper in the area of the radar sensors clean and unobstructed.
  • Page 243 Driver assistance systems CONTROLS Steering wheel symbol lights up gray. System activates automatically as soon as all function conditions are fulfilled, refer to The system is on standby and does not page 242. manipulate steering. Displays in the instrument System activates automatically as soon as all function conditions are fulfilled, refer to cluster page 242.
  • Page 244 Driver assistance systems CONTROLS ▷ Red: system will be deactivated. Symbol Description The steering wheel displays can be switched Yellow steering wheel symbol: on/off if required. The hands are not grasping the Via iDrive: steering wheel. The system is still active. "CAR"...
  • Page 245 Driver assistance systems CONTROLS Displays in the instrument cluster "Driver Assistance" "Driving" Symbol Description "Steering Assistant" Green steering wheel symbol. "Automatic Lane Change" Gray line for lane marking on the Changing lanes appropriate side. Ensure that the traffic situation permits Green arrow symbol for lane- changing lanes.
  • Page 246 Driver assistance systems CONTROLS Safety information Select Assistant Driving Plus with the button on the steering wheel. The symbol for Assisted Driving Plus is shown in Warning green. The system cannot serve as a substitute for the Two green LED lights, refer to page 246, are il‐ driver’s personal judgment in assessing the luminated on the steering wheel.
  • Page 247 Driver assistance systems CONTROLS Safety information Drive attentively, and react to the current traffic situation. If necessary, intervene actively, for in‐ stance by braking, steering or evading. Warning The system is designed to operate in certain Driver Attention Camera conditions and circumstances. Due to condi‐ Always monitor the traffic conditions.
  • Page 248 Driver assistance systems CONTROLS Safety information Ultrasound sensors Ultrasound sensors of the PDC, for instance in the bumpers. Warning The system cannot serve as a substitute for the driver’s personal judgment in assessing the traffic conditions. Based on the limits of the system, it cannot independently react to all traf‐...
  • Page 249 Driver assistance systems CONTROLS Automatic deactivation during Via iDrive: forward travel "CAR" The system switches off when a certain driving "Settings" distance or speed is exceeded. "Driver Assistance" Switch the system back on, if needed. "Parking and Maneuvering" "Volume PDC signal" Switching on/off manually Set the desired value.
  • Page 250 Driver assistance systems CONTROLS Depending on the equipment Activating/deactivating the system version: emergency brake Via iDrive: function, Active PDC "CAR" "Settings" Concept "Driver Assistance" The emergency braking function of PDC initiates "Parking and Maneuvering" an emergency braking in case of acute risk of collision.
  • Page 251 Driver assistance systems CONTROLS Display of damage to property. Actively intervene as warranted. Refer to the information in this Own‐ er’s Manual regarding the scope of the sys‐ tem’s operation and limitations. Trailer towing With a trailer, a trailer power socket in use or when trailer towing is activated, the rear PDC functions will be switched off.
  • Page 252 Driver assistance systems CONTROLS ▷ With small and low objects, for instance White symbol is displayed, and the range boxes. of the sensors is dimmed on the Control Display. ▷ With obstacles and persons at the edge of the lane. PDC has failed.
  • Page 253 Driver assistance systems CONTROLS Switching the view via iDrive Park assistance button If the rearview camera view is not displayed, change the view via iDrive: Camera If necessary, tilt the controller to the side. "Rear view camera" The rearview camera image is displayed. Functional requirements ▷...
  • Page 254 Driver assistance systems CONTROLS Parking aid lines Turn the steering wheel to the point where the green pathway line covers the corre‐ sponding turning radius line. Pathway lines Obstacle marking Pathway lines help you to estimate the space re‐ quired when parking and maneuvering on level roads.
  • Page 255 Driver assistance systems CONTROLS Setting brightness and contrast functions, for instance guidelines, can be faded into the display. via iDrive The following camera perspectives can be dis‐ With the rearview camera switched on: played: Move the Controller to the right, if needed. ▷...
  • Page 256 Driver assistance systems CONTROLS Overview Buttons in the vehicle One camera is located at the bottom of each ex‐ terior mirror housing. The image quality may be impaired by dirt on the camera lenses. If required, clean the camera Park assistance button lenses.
  • Page 257 With BMW Gesture Control: the movable camera perspective can be moved around the circle us‐ Selection window ing BMW Gesture Control, refer to page 58. To leave the function, move the Controller side‐ The individual camera perspectives can be se‐...
  • Page 258 Driver assistance systems CONTROLS Parking aid lines ▷ "Camera image" ▷ "Brightness", refer to page 261. Pathway lines ▷ "Contrast", refer to page 261. ▷ "Parking aid lines", refer to page 258. ▷ "Obstacle mark.", refer to page 259. ▷ "Settings": apply settings, for instance to use the activation points for Panorama View.
  • Page 259 Driver assistance systems CONTROLS Turn the steering wheel to the point where the green pathway line covers the corre‐ sponding turning radius line. Obstacle marking Two static circle segments show the distance between the trailer and the trailer hitch. A docking line dependent on the steering angle helps with aiming for the trailer with the trailer hitch.
  • Page 260 Driver assistance systems CONTROLS Panorama View Limits of side protection The system only displays stationary obstacles Concept that were previously detected by sensors while passing them. The system does not detect whether an obstacle moves later on. For this reason, at standstill, the markings are not shown anymore in the display after a certain time.
  • Page 261 Driver assistance systems CONTROLS With navigation system: activation "Manage points" points A list of all activation points is displayed. Concept Renaming or deleting activation points Positions where Panorama View should switch Press the button. on automatically can be stored as activation points provided that a GPS signal is received.
  • Page 262 Concept hours. With the proper equipment, the BMW Con‐ nected App and the camera images from Sur‐ round View can be used to display the vehicle surroundings on a mobile device such as a smartphone.
  • Page 263 Driver assistance systems CONTROLS Parking Assistant ▷ Parking space search. ▷ Parking. System status and instructions on required ac‐ Concept tions are displayed on the Control Display. Ultrasound sensors measure parking spaces on both sides of the vehicle. Steptronic transmission The parking assistant calculates the best possi‐...
  • Page 264 Driver assistance systems CONTROLS Functional requirements NOTICE Ultrasound sensors The parking assistant can steer the vehicle over or onto curbs. There is a risk of damage to Ensure full functionality: property. Watch traffic closely and actively in‐ ▷ Do not cover sensors, for instance with stick‐ tervene where appropriate.
  • Page 265 Driver assistance systems CONTROLS Switching on and activating Parking space search and system status Switching on with the button Press the park assistance button. The LED lights up. The current status of the parking space search is indicated on the Control Display. Parking assistant is activated automatically.
  • Page 266 Driver assistance systems CONTROLS Parking assistant is activated. ▷ If a maximum number of parking attempts or the time taken for parking is exceeded. Pass the row of parked vehicles at a speed of up to approx. 22 mph/35 km/h and at a dis‐ ▷...
  • Page 267 Driver assistance systems CONTROLS Depending on the equipment Press the park assistance button or shift into reverse gear when the vehicle is stationary to version: driving out of a parking switch on the parking assistant. space using the parking Move the Controller to the right. assistant Activate the parking assistant on the Control Display:...
  • Page 268 Driver assistance systems CONTROLS Functional requirement ▷ If the driver grasps the steering wheel or takes over steering. ▷ Drive forward without interruption to store the ▷ When engaging a forward gear. route. ▷ After a few minutes when the vehicle is sta‐ ▷...
  • Page 269 Driver assistance systems CONTROLS Functional limitations ▷ With small and low objects, for instance boxes. The system may not be fully functional in the fol‐ ▷ With obstacles and persons at the edge of lowing situations: the lane. ▷ On bumpy road surfaces such as gravel ▷...
  • Page 270 Driver assistance systems CONTROLS General information Park assistance button Radar sensors Two radar sensors in the rear bumper monitor the area behind the vehicle. The system indicates approaching traffic. The radar sensors are located in the rear bumper. Depending on the vehicle equipment, the traffic area in front of the vehicle is monitored as well.
  • Page 271 Driver assistance systems CONTROLS Light in the exterior mirror Or via iDrive: "CAR" "Settings" "Driver Assistance" "Parking and Maneuvering" "Cross traffic warning" "Cross traffic warning" Switching on automatically The light in the exterior mirror flashes if vehicles If the system was activated on the Control Dis‐ are detected by the rear sensors and your own play, it is automatically switched on as soon as vehicle is moving backwards.
  • Page 272 Driver assistance systems CONTROLS Yellow lines, arrow 2, mark the bumper of your own vehicle. Acoustic warning In addition to the optical indicator, a warning sig‐ nal sounds if your own vehicle moves into the re‐ spective direction. System limits The system may not be fully functional in the fol‐...
  • Page 273: Driving Comfort

    ▷ With the rocker switch in the center con‐ sole. ▷ With the BMW display key. ▷ With the button in the lower section of the tailgate. The vehicle will adjust according to the se‐...
  • Page 274 In this situation, only the normal level is available. With the BMW display key Concept The vehicle level can be adjusted with the BMW display key when the vehicle is stationary, for in‐ stance for easier loading or as an entry aid. Setting the level Apply parking brake and switch drive-ready Push the rocker switch forward.
  • Page 275 An adjustment procedure that was started on the prevent overheating and is temporarily un‐ BMW display key can be terminated with the available or operates with a delay. Let the BMW display key.
  • Page 276 Driving comfort CONTROLS xOffroad package Overview Button and rocker switch in the Concept center console The xOffroad package supports the driver when driving away from unpaved roads or with reduced traction. The system offers four different xOff‐ road driving modes for selection. The xOffroad driving modes can be selected based on the ground conditions.
  • Page 277 Driving comfort CONTROLS xOffroad driving modes in detail "xROCKS" Setting for: "Optimized vehicle setting for heavy All driving modes terrain with strong irregularities. For maximum traction, deactivate DSC." When the xOffroad driving modes are switched on, the following vehicle settings will be applied: When switching on, the following additional vehi‐...
  • Page 278 Driving comfort CONTROLS ▷ With navigation system: elevation for the cur‐ Driving mode Damper tuning rent position. COMFORT Balanced out ▷ With navigation system: destination flag in ECO PRO compass direction to the destination. ▷ Pitch attitude with degree indication and per‐ SPORT Firm centage.
  • Page 279 Driving comfort CONTROLS Active roll stabilization Concept The system reduces the lateral tilt of the vehicle that occurs during rapid driving in curves or dur‐ ing quick evasive maneuvers. General information The lateral tilt of the vehicle is balanced out by permanent adjustment on the front and rear axles.
  • Page 280: Climate Control

    Climate control CONTROLS Climate control Vehicle features and Automatic climate control options Overview This chapter describes all standard, country-spe‐ Buttons in the vehicle cific and optional features offered with the series. It also describes features and functions that are not necessarily available in your vehicle, e.g., due to the selected options or country versions.
  • Page 281 Climate control CONTROLS Press and hold the button on the Button Function driver's side until the control panel Active seat ventilation, refer to switches off. page 133. ▷ On the front passenger side: Seat and armrest heating, refer Press and hold the lower button on to page 131.
  • Page 282 Climate control CONTROLS The air flow of the ventilation in the upper body Depending on the weather, the windshield and region heats or cools noticeably, depending on side windows may fog up briefly when drive- the adjusted temperature. ready state is switched on. This does not change the set interior tempera‐...
  • Page 283 Climate control CONTROLS Switching on/off "Level" Set the desired intensity. Press the button. The air flow and air distribution are controlled au‐ The LED is illuminated with the AUTO tomatically depending on the selected intensity. program switched on. The selected intensity is shown on the climate Via iDrive: control display.
  • Page 284 Climate control CONTROLS Recirculated-air mode General information To adjust the air flow manually switch off AUTO Concept program first. You may react to unpleasant odors or pollutants Operation in the immediate environment by temporarily suspending the supply of outside air. The system Press the lower or upper side of the then recirculates the air flow within the vehicle.
  • Page 285 Climate control CONTROLS ▷ Temperature. The rear window defroster switches off automat‐ ically after a certain period of time. ▷ Air flow. ▷ Air distribution. Microfilter/activated-charcoal ▷ AUTO program. filter Switching on/off The microfilter removes dust and pollen from the incoming air.
  • Page 286 Climate control CONTROLS Front ventilation Ventilation in the rear, on the side ▷ Lever for changing the air flow direction, ar‐ row 1. ▷ Lever for changing the air flow direction, ar‐ row 1. ▷ Thumbwheel for variable opening and closing of the vents, arrow 2.
  • Page 287 Climate control CONTROLS Rear automatic climate "Second row of seats" "Activate heating/cooling" control, second seat row The rear automatic climate control is not ready for operation if the automatic climate control is Overview switched off or if the function for defrosting the windows and removing condensation is active.
  • Page 288 Climate control CONTROLS control will not have sufficient time to adjust the Depending on the selected temperature, the set temperature. AUTO intensity, and outside influences, the air is directed to the upper body and into the floor Maximum cooling area. Intensity Concept With the AUTO program activated, the automatic...
  • Page 289 Climate control CONTROLS Adjusting the air distribution Button Function manually Climate control operation, refer to page 290. Concept AUTO program, refer to The air distribution for climate control can be ad‐ page 290. justed manually. Air distribution, manual, refer to Operation page 291.
  • Page 290 Climate control CONTROLS Temperature Via iDrive: "CAR" Concept "Settings" The automatic climate control achieves the set "Climate control" temperature as quickly as possible, if needed, by "Heating/ventilation" using the maximum cooling or heating capacity, and then keeps it constant. "A/C" Air conditioning is switched on with the engine Adjusting running.
  • Page 291 Climate control CONTROLS Switching on/off Adjusting the air flow manually Press the button. Concept The LED is illuminated with the AUTO The air flow for climate control can be adjusted program switched on. manually. Via iDrive: General information "CAR" To adjust the air flow manually switch off AUTO "Settings"...
  • Page 292 Via BMW display key ▷ Make sure that the vehicle's date and time Switching on are set correctly. Switch on the display of the BMW display ▷ Open the vents to allow air to flow out. key. Opening the Climate menu "Precondit.
  • Page 293 The departure time is preselected in two steps: Activate the desired departure time. ▷ Set departure times. Via BMW display key ▷ Activate departure times. Switch on the display of the BMW display Setting the departure time key. "Precondit. setting" Via iDrive Tap the symbol or the symbol.
  • Page 294 Climate control CONTROLS The system starts the engine automatically and ▷ The fuel tank capacity is sufficient. allows it to run for a limited period of time. ▷ Hood is closed. ▷ Make sure that the vehicle's date and time Safety information are set correctly.
  • Page 295 Climate control CONTROLS ▷ Via iDrive. Switching off: ▷ Via remote control. Switch on the display of the BMW display ▷ Via BMW display key. key. The system switches off automatically after ap‐ "Precondit. setting" prox. 15 minutes. Tap on the symbol.
  • Page 296 Observe the information about the intended use of the vehicle, refer to page 10. Via BMW display key Switch on the display of the BMW display Setting the departure time key. "Precondit. setting" Via iDrive Tap on the symbol.
  • Page 297 ▷ Physical condition of the vehicle occupants, for instance fatigue. General information BMW recommends the use of genuine BMW Fragrancing is done at intervals in order to avoid fragrance cartridges. a habituation effect. The genuine BMW fragrance cartridges are not Two fragrance cartridges in the vehicle allow suitable for refilling.
  • Page 298 Climate control CONTROLS Switching fragrancing on/off, The cartridge holder slides down. adjusting intensity Via iDrive: "CAR" "Settings" "Climate control" "Fragrance" "Fragrance" Fragrancing is switched on or off. Remove the cover of the fragrance cartridge. "Level" Hold the cover on the top to slide it from the fragrance cartridge.
  • Page 299 Climate control CONTROLS Position fragrance cartridge such that the The cartridge holder slides down. chip faces away from the cartridge holder. Pull desired fragrance cartridge from the Insert the fragrance cartridge without pres‐ holder. sure into the cartridge holder. The cartridge Fragrance cartridge, arrow 1: first fragrance snaps lightly into place.
  • Page 300 Climate control CONTROLS Using climate control functions via voice General information ▷ Instructions for the voice activation system, refer to page 55. ▷ With voice operation, you can change be‐ tween voice operation, iDrive and buttons. ▷ To have the available voice commands read out loud: ›Voice commands‹...
  • Page 301: Interior Equipment

    Interior equipment CONTROLS Interior equipment Vehicle features and Safety information options Warning This chapter describes all standard, country-spe‐ The operation of remote-controlled systems cific and optional features offered with the series. with the integrated universal remote control, It also describes features and functions that are such as the garage door, may result in injury, not necessarily available in your vehicle, e.g., due for example, body parts becoming jammed in a...
  • Page 302 Interior equipment CONTROLS Control elements on the interior Canada: if programming with the hand-held transmitter was interrupted, hold down the in‐ mirror terior mirror button and repeatedly press and release the hand-held transmitter button for 2 seconds. 6. ▷ The LED lights up green: programming completed.
  • Page 303 Interior equipment CONTROLS Synchronizing the universal remote control with ▷ The LED flashes fast: the hand-held the system: transmitter was detected but program‐ ming is not complete. Park the vehicle within range of the remote- Press the button on the interior mirror for controlled system.
  • Page 304 Interior equipment CONTROLS Ashtray Press and hold the two outer buttons on the in‐ terior mirror simultaneously for approximately 10 seconds until the LED on the interior mirror Front center console flashes green rapidly. Opening Sun visor Press onto the cover. Glare shield Fold the sun visor down or up.
  • Page 305 Interior equipment CONTROLS Front center console Turn the lid counterclockwise to open it. Empty the container. Press onto the cover. Always empty the ashtray with the container open to prevent contamination of the lid. Cigarette lighter Safety information Warning A cigarette lighter is located between the cup Contact with the hot heating element or the hot holders in one of the marked positions.
  • Page 306 Interior equipment CONTROLS Sockets Front center console Concept The lighter socket can be used as a socket for electrical equipment when standby and drive- ready state are switched on. General information The total load of all sockets must not exceed 140 watts at 12 volts.
  • Page 307 Interior equipment CONTROLS In the cargo area In the center console 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 308 Interior equipment CONTROLS BMW Travel & Comfort Properties: ▷ USB port Type A. System ▷ For charging mobile devices and for data transfer. General information ▷ Charge current: max. 1.5 A. USB interfaces and fixtures for attaching special accessories, for instance coat hangers, are lo‐...
  • Page 309: Storage Compartments

    Storage compartments CONTROLS Storage compartments Vehicle features and Front passenger side glove options compartment This chapter describes all standard, country-spe‐ Safety information cific and optional features offered with the series. It also describes features and functions that are Warning not necessarily available in your vehicle, e.g., due to the selected options or country versions.
  • Page 310 Storage compartments CONTROLS Safety information integrated key, for instance when the vehicle is parked by valet parking. Warning Driver's side glove Breakable objects, such as glass bottles or compartment glasses, can break in the event of an accident or a braking or evasive maneuver. Broken glass can be scattered in the car's interior.
  • Page 311 Storage compartments CONTROLS Center armrest, front Opening General information A storage compartment is located in the center armrest between the seats. Opening Press the button, arrow 1, and fold the cover up, arrow 2. Closing Press cover down until it engages. Press the button.
  • Page 312 Storage compartments CONTROLS Opening NOTICE When the thermo-cup holder is switched on and the cover is closed, the thermo-cup holder can overheat. There is a risk of damage to property. Switch the thermo-cup holder off be‐ fore closing the cover. NOTICE Temperature sensitive items may be damaged Press onto the cover.
  • Page 313 Storage compartments CONTROLS With six seats weight, shatterproof, and sealable containers. Do not transport hot beverages. Overview NOTICE With an open cup holder, the center armrest cannot be folded back up. There is a risk of damage to property. Press back the covers be‐ fore the center armrest is folded up.
  • Page 314 Storage compartments CONTROLS Warning Improper use of the clothes hooks can lead to a risk of objects flying about during braking and evasive maneuvers. There is a risk of injury and risk of damage to property. Only hang light‐ weight objects, for instance clothing articles, from the clothes hooks.
  • Page 315: Cargo Area

    Cargo area CONTROLS Cargo area Vehicle features and Warning options Improperly stowed objects can shift and be thrown into the car's interior, for instance in the This chapter describes all standard, country-spe‐ event of an accident or during braking and eva‐ cific and optional features offered with the series.
  • Page 316 Cargo area CONTROLS Lashing eyes in the cargo hicle. Consult this manual to determine how this reduces the available cargo and luggage area load capacity of your vehicle. Load General information Attach load securing aids, such as lashing straps, tensioning straps, draw straps or cargo nets, to the lashing eyes in the cargo area.
  • Page 317 Cargo area CONTROLS Cargo net, cargo partition Opening General information If the vehicle is equipped with six seats, a cargo partition can be installed between the cargo area and the second seat row. Safety information Warning Unlock the cover of the right side panel, arrow 1, and fold open, arrow 2.
  • Page 318 Cargo area CONTROLS Fasten the cargo partition on the bottom side of the cargo cover with the hook and loop Warning tape. If a rear seat backrest is not locked, unsecured cargo can be thrown about the car’s interior; for instance, in the event of an accident, braking or an evasive maneuver.
  • Page 319 Cargo area CONTROLS Electric reclining of the backrest tive 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 switch is held down. Switch Function Top, front.
  • Page 320 Cargo area CONTROLS Folding down the center section Closing Cargo cover in front of third seat row Fold down the center armrest and pull on the strap. Pull out the cargo cover, arrow 1, and hook both sides into the brackets, arrow 2. Cargo cover Cargo cover behind third seat row Safety information...
  • Page 321 Cargo area CONTROLS Cargo cover behind third seat row Turn the cargo cover and stow it in the re‐ cess. Remove the cargo cover to the rear, arrow 1. Close the cargo floor panel completely. Close the side cover. Stowing Installing General information Proceed in the reverse order to reinstall.
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  • Page 323: Driving Tips

    DRIVING TIPS Things to remember when driving ............324 Trailer towing ................... 329 Saving fuel ....................333 Online Edition for Part no. 01402720901 - II/19...
  • Page 324: Things To Remember When Driving

    Things to remember when driving DRIVING TIPS Things to remember when driving Vehicle features and Engine, transmission, and axle drive options Up to 1,200 miles/2,000 km This chapter describes all standard, country-spe‐ Do not exceed the maximum engine and road cific and optional features offered with the series.
  • Page 325 Things to remember when driving DRIVING TIPS General driving notes All-wheel drive can help improve forward mo‐ mentum. Closing the tailgate Safety information Safety information NOTICE Objects in unpaved areas, for instance stones Warning or branches, can damage the vehicle. There is An open tailgate protrudes from the vehicle and a risk of damage to property.
  • Page 326 Things to remember when driving DRIVING TIPS Mobile communication devices mum indicated water level and the maximum speed for driving through water. in the vehicle Braking safely Warning Vehicle electronics and mobile phones can in‐ General information fluence one another. There is radiation due to the transmission operations of mobile phones.
  • Page 327 Things to remember when driving DRIVING TIPS The heat generated during braking dries brake ▷ Infrequent use of the brakes. discs and brake pads and protects them against ▷ Aggressive, acidic, or alkaline cleaning corrosion. agents. In this way braking efficiency will be available Corrosion buildup on the brake discs will cause a when you need it.
  • Page 328 Things to remember when driving DRIVING TIPS ▷ The roof load should not extend past the loading area. ▷ Always place the heaviest pieces on the bot‐ tom. ▷ Secure the roof luggage firmly, for instance using ratchet straps. ▷ Do not let objects project into the opening path of the tailgate.
  • Page 329: Trailer Towing

    Trailer towing DRIVING TIPS Trailer towing Vehicle features and Loading options Distribute cargo as evenly as possible on the cargo area. Stow the load as low and close to the trailer axle This chapter describes all standard, country-spe‐ as possible. A low center of gravity in the trailer cific and optional features offered with the series.
  • Page 330 Trailer towing DRIVING TIPS Power consumption Adapt your speed when driving with a trailer. Immediately brake in the case of swinging. Ap‐ ply necessary steering corrections as carefully General information as possible. Before starting to drive, check the function of the trailer tail lights.
  • Page 331 Trailer towing DRIVING TIPS Trailer stabilization control Activating Via iDrive: Concept "CAR" This system supports the driver in stopping the "Settings" swinging of a trailer. "General settings" The trailer stabilization control detects swinging "Trailer mode" and automatically brakes the vehicle quickly to Activate trailer towing.
  • Page 332 Trailer towing DRIVING TIPS Removing the cover Ensure that the trailer safety chain can move freely and is not dragging on the ground. Brake Controller The vehicle manufacturer recommends that you have a Brake Controller installed by a dealer's service center or another qualified service center or repair shop.
  • Page 333: Saving Fuel

    Saving fuel DRIVING TIPS Saving fuel Vehicle features and Close the windows and glass sunroof options Driving with the glass sunroof and windows open results in increased air resistance and raises fuel This chapter describes all standard, country-spe‐ consumption. cific and optional features offered with the series. It also describes features and functions that are Tires not necessarily available in your vehicle, e.g., due...
  • Page 334 If necessary, observe the vehicle's gear shift indi‐ cator, refer to page 167. Have the vehicle maintained regularly to achieve optimal vehicle efficiency and service life. BMW Use coasting conditions recommends that maintenance work be per‐ When approaching a red light, take your foot off formed by a BMW service center.
  • Page 335 Saving fuel DRIVING TIPS Overview ▷ "ECO PRO climate control" ▷ "ECO PRO light and sight" Settings are stored for the driver profile currently used. ECO PRO limit ▷ Activate the ECO PRO limit: "ECO PRO speed" An ECO PRO tip is displayed if the speed of the set ECO PRO limit is exceeded.
  • Page 336 Saving fuel DRIVING TIPS Display in the instrument cluster If the acceleration is inefficient, the area between the average consumption and the current con‐ sumption is colored red. General information In addition, the following information is displayed, When ECO PRO driving mode is activated, the depending on the situation: display switches to a special configuration.
  • Page 337 Saving fuel DRIVING TIPS sumption. Selector lever position D remains en‐ To activate coasting mode, actuate the right gaged. shift paddle again. This driving condition is referred to as coasting. To deactivate, actuate the left shift paddle. As soon as you step on the brake or accelerator Display pedal, the engine is automatically coupled again.
  • Page 338 Saving fuel DRIVING TIPS ▷ Trailer towing. The more efficient the driving style, the more bars are displayed in color and the faster the bo‐ ▷ Hill Descent Control, HDC, activated. nus range increases. In contrast, a reduced number of bars will be dis‐ Driving style analysis played with an inefficient driving style.
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  • Page 341: Mobility

    MOBILITY Refueling ....................342 Wheels and tires ..................344 Engine compartment ................373 Operating materials ................. 376 Maintenance ..................... 383 Replacing components ................385 Breakdown assistance ................389 Care ......................396 Online Edition for Part no. 01402720901 - II/19...
  • Page 342: Refueling

    Refueling MOBILITY Refueling Vehicle features and Safety information options NOTICE This chapter describes all standard, country-spe‐ With a driving range of less than cific and optional features offered with the series. 30 miles/50 km the engine may no longer have It also describes features and functions that are sufficient fuel.
  • Page 343 Refueling MOBILITY Turn the fuel cap counterclockwise. Have fuel filler flap unlocked by a dealer’s service center or another qualified service center or re‐ pair shop. Place the fuel cap in the bracket attached to the fuel filler flap. Closing Warning The retaining strap of the fuel cap can be jam‐...
  • Page 344: Wheels And Tires

    Wheels and tires MOBILITY Wheels and tires Vehicle features and Tire inflation pressure specifications options In the tire inflation pressure table This chapter describes all standard, country-spe‐ The tire inflation pressure table, refer to cific and optional features offered with the series. page 346, contains all tire inflation pressure It also describes features and functions that are specifications for the specified tire sizes at the...
  • Page 345 Wheels and tires MOBILITY Checking using tire inflation After correcting the tire inflation pressure specifications in the tire pressure inflation pressure table With runflat tires: The tire inflation pressure specifications in the Reinitialize the Flat Tire Monitor. tire inflation pressure table only relate to cold With Tire Pressure Monitor TPM: tires or tires at the same temperature as the am‐...
  • Page 346 Wheels and tires MOBILITY Tire inflation pressure values up X7 M50i to 100 mph/160 km/h Tire size Pressure specifications in bar/PSI X7 xDrive40i, X7 xDrive50i Specifications in Tire size Pressure specifications bar/PSI with in bar/PSI cold tires Specifications in bar/PSI with cold 285/45 R 21 2.2 / 32 2.6 / 38...
  • Page 347 Wheels and tires MOBILITY Tire identification marks the tire inflation pressure table, refer to page 347, and adjust as necessary. Tire size Tire inflation pressure values over 100 mph/160 km/h 245/45 R 18 96 Y 245: nominal width in mm X7 xDrive40i, X7 xDrive50i 45: aspect ratio in % R: radial tire code...
  • Page 348 Wheels and tires MOBILITY Tire age Traction The traction grades, from highest to lowest, are Recommendation AA, A, B, and C. Regardless of the tire tread, replace tires at least Those grades represent the tire's ability to stop every 6 years. on wet pavement as measured under controlled conditions on specified government test surfa‐...
  • Page 349 Wheels and tires MOBILITY cause serious damage to wheels, tires and sus‐ pension parts. This is more likely to occur with Winter and all-season tires with better cold low-profile tires, which provide less cushioning weather performance than summer tires. between the wheel and the road. Be careful to avoid road hazards and reduce your speed, es‐...
  • Page 350 Wheels and tires MOBILITY ger of accidents and property damage. If possi‐ ble, avoid driving over objects or road condi‐ Warning tions that may damage tires, or drive over them Incorrect wheel/tire combinations will have a slowly and carefully. negative impact on the vehicle's handling and on the function of a variety of systems, such as the Anti-lock Brake System or Dynamic Stabil‐...
  • Page 351 Wheels and tires MOBILITY New tires ther information is available from a dealer's serv‐ ice center or another qualified service center or Tire traction is not optimal due to manufacturing repair shop. circumstances when tires are brand-new; they achieve their full traction potential after a break-in Rotating wheels between axles time.
  • Page 352 Wheels and tires MOBILITY Repairing a flat tire The support of the sidewall allows the tire to re‐ main drivable to a restricted degree in the event of a tire inflation pressure loss. Safety measures Follow the instructions for continued driving with ▷...
  • Page 353 Wheels and tires MOBILITY Compressor ▷ Pull the speed limit sticker off the sealant container and apply it to the steering wheel. ▷ The use of a sealant can damage the TPM wheel electronics. In this case, have the elec‐ tronics checked and replaced at the next op‐...
  • Page 354 Wheels and tires MOBILITY Filling the tire with sealant Pull filling hose completely out of the cover of the sealant container. Do not kink the hose. Safety information DANGER If the exhaust pipe is blocked or ventilation is in‐ sufficient, harmful exhaust gases can enter into the vehicle.
  • Page 355 Wheels and tires MOBILITY Removing and stowing the sealant With the compressor switched off, insert the plug into the power socket inside the vehicle. container Unscrew the filling hose of the sealant con‐ tainer from the tire valve. Press the red unlocking device. Remove the sealant container from the com‐...
  • Page 356 Wheels and tires MOBILITY center or another qualified service center or Insert the connector into the power socket in‐ repair shop. side the vehicle. If a tire inflation pressure of at least 2 bar is reached, see Minimum tire inflation pressure is reached.
  • Page 357 Wheels and tires MOBILITY Snow chains Do not reset the Tire Pressure Monitor TPM af‐ ter mounting snow chains, as doing so may re‐ sult in incorrect readings. Safety information When driving with snow chains, briefly activate Dynamic Traction Control DTC to optimize the forward momentum.
  • Page 358 Wheels and tires MOBILITY Starting with the permissible maximum speed played correctly and match the details on the with snow chains of 30 mph/50 km/h the rear tires and on the vehicle. axle steering will be switched on again automati‐ cally.
  • Page 359 Wheels and tires MOBILITY Changing settings The current tire temperatures may change while driving or due to the external temperature. Via iDrive: "Tire settings" Target pressure "Tire selection" The target pressure for the tires on the front and rear axles is displayed. "Manual"...
  • Page 360 Wheels and tires MOBILITY Gray wheels Safety information It may not be possible to identify tire inflation pressure losses. Warning Possible causes: A damaged regular tire with low or missing tire ▷ Malfunction. inflation pressure impacts handling, such as steering and braking response. Run-flat tires ▷...
  • Page 361 Wheels and tires MOBILITY Safety information Measure Reduce the vehicle speed. Do not exceed a speed of 80 mph/130 km/h. Warning At the next opportunity, for instance at a gas A damaged regular tire with low or missing tire station, check the tire inflation pressure in all inflation pressure impacts handling, such as four tires and correct if necessary.
  • Page 362 Wheels and tires MOBILITY If the tire inflation pressure is too Measure Reduce your speed and stop cautiously. Avoid sudden braking and steering maneu‐ Message vers. Check whether the vehicle is fitted with nor‐ A yellow warning light is illuminated in mal tires or run-flat tires.
  • Page 363 Wheels and tires MOBILITY Vehicle handling with damaged tires Warning Vehicles driven with a damaged tire will handle differently, potentially leading to conditions such Heavy trailers can start swinging when continu‐ as the following: ing to drive with a flat tire. There may be a risk of accident or risk of damage to property.
  • Page 364 Wheels and tires MOBILITY Failure performing a reset ingly, when the low tire pressure telltale illumi‐ nates, you should stop and check your tires as Tires with special approval: the system will not soon as possible, and inflate them to the proper function correctly if a reset was not performed, pressure.
  • Page 365 Wheels and tires MOBILITY the corresponding wheel changes. The differ‐ Via iDrive: ence will be detected and reported as a flat tire. "CAR" The system does not measure the actual infla‐ "Vehicle status" tion pressure in the tires. "Flat Tire Monitor" Functional requirements Switch on drive-ready state and do not drive off.
  • Page 366 Wheels and tires MOBILITY self-steering properties will change. There is a Symbol Possible cause risk of accident. Drive moderately and do not There is a flat tire or a major loss in exceed a speed of 50 mph/80 km/h. tire inflation pressure. Warning Measure Heavy trailers can start swinging when continu‐...
  • Page 367 Wheels and tires MOBILITY Changing wheels/tires Vehicle handling with damaged tires Vehicles driven with a damaged tire will handle differently, potentially leading to conditions such General information as the following: When using run-flat tires or a flat tire kit, a wheel ▷...
  • Page 368 Wheels and tires MOBILITY Securing the vehicle against an emergency or spare wheel in the event of a breakdown. rolling General information Warning The vehicle manufacturer recommends to addi‐ On soft, uneven or slippery ground, for example tionally secure the vehicle against rolling away snow, ice, tiles, etc., the vehicle jack can slip when changing a wheel.
  • Page 369 Wheels and tires MOBILITY Lug bolt lock ▷ Switch on the hazard warning system. ▷ Set the parking brake. Concept ▷ Engage a gear or move the selector lever to The wheel lug bolts have a special coding. The position P. lug bolts can only be released with the adapter ▷...
  • Page 370 Wheels and tires MOBILITY Jacking up the vehicle Extend the vehicle jack by turning the vehicle jack crank or lever clockwise. Warning Hands and fingers can be jammed when using the vehicle jack. There is a risk of injury. Com‐ ply with the described hand position and do not change this position while using the vehicle jack.
  • Page 371 Wheels and tires MOBILITY Mounting a wheel Check to make sure the lug bolts are tight with a calibrated torque wrench. Have the damaged tire replaced at the near‐ Warning est dealer's service center or another quali‐ Unsuitable wheel studs, such as single-section fied service center or repair shop.
  • Page 372 Wheels and tires MOBILITY Overview Slacken the luggage strap at the clasp, ar‐ row 1, but do not release completely. The emergency wheel and the wheel change Pull the luggage strap back toward the load‐ tools are located in the cargo area under the ing edge trim over the spare tire.
  • Page 373: Engine Compartment

    Engine compartment MOBILITY Engine compartment Vehicle features and not necessarily available in your vehicle, e.g., due to the selected options or country versions. This options also applies to safety-related functions and sys‐ tems. When using these functions and systems, This chapter describes all standard, country-spe‐ the applicable laws and regulations must be ob‐...
  • Page 374 Engine compartment MOBILITY Hood Warning Body parts can be jammed when opening and Safety information closing the hood. There is a risk of injury. Make sure that the area of movement of the hood is clear during opening and closing. Warning Improperly executed work in the engine com‐...
  • Page 375 Engine compartment MOBILITY Closing Energetically close the hood from approx. 20 in/50 cm. The hood must engage on both sides. Online Edition for Part no. 01402720901 - II/19...
  • Page 376: Operating Materials

    Operating materials MOBILITY Operating materials Vehicle features and Safety information options CAUTION This chapter describes all standard, country-spe‐ The use of poor-quality fuels may result in cific and optional features offered with the series. harmful engine deposits or damage. Addition‐ It also describes features and functions that are ally, problems relating to drivability, starting and stalling, especially under certain environmental...
  • Page 377 NOTICE An engine oil level that is too low causes en‐ Recommended fuel grade gine damage. There is a risk of damage to BMW recommends AKI 91. property. Immediately add engine oil. Minimum fuel grade BMW recommends AKI 89. NOTICE...
  • Page 378 Operating materials MOBILITY Monitoring Functional requirements ▷ Vehicle is parked in a horizontal position. Concept ▷ Selector lever in selector lever position N or P The engine oil level is monitored electronically and accelerator pedal not depressed. while driving and can be shown on the Control ▷...
  • Page 379 Open the lid counterclockwise. Gasoline engine BMW Longlife-01 FE. BMW Longlife-14 FE+. BMW Longlife-17 FE+. The BMW Longlife-14 FE+ and BMW Long‐ life-17 FE+ oil ratings are not suitable for the 50i gasoline engine. Add engine oil. Alternative engine oil types Close the lid.
  • Page 380 Operating materials MOBILITY Coolant Oil rating API SL. General information API SM. Coolant consists of water and additives. API SN. Not all commercially available additives are suita‐ ble for the vehicle. Information about suitable ad‐ Viscosity grades ditives is available from a dealer’s service center or another qualified service center or repair shop.
  • Page 381 Use of BMW’s Windshield Washer Concentrate Open the coolant reservoir lid. or the equivalent is recommended. If the coolant is low, slowly add coolant up to the specified level;...
  • Page 382 Operating materials MOBILITY NOTICE Silicon-containing additives in the washer fluid for the water-repelling effect on the windows can lead to damage to the washing system. There is a risk of damage to property. Do not add silicon-containing additives to the washer fluid.
  • Page 383: Maintenance

    Therefore, hand the service advisor the remote control with which the vehicle was driven most recently. BMW maintenance system Storage periods The maintenance system indicates required Storage periods during which the vehicle battery maintenance measures, and thereby provides was disconnected are not taken into account.
  • Page 384 Maintenance MOBILITY Position or repair shop. Records of regular maintenance and repair work should be retained. Socket for OBD Onboard Diagnosis General information Devices connected to the OBD socket trigger the alarm system when the vehicle is locked. Re‐ There is an OBD socket on the driver's side for move any devices connected at the OBD socket checking the primary components in the vehi‐...
  • Page 385: Replacing Components

    Replacing components MOBILITY Replacing components Vehicle features and not fold or switch on the wiper without a wiper blade installed. options This chapter describes all standard, country-spe‐ NOTICE cific and optional features offered with the series. Folded-away wipers can be jammed when the It also describes features and functions that are hood is opened.
  • Page 386 Replacing components MOBILITY Replacing the rear wiper blade Safety information The wiper blade is engaged in the center on the wiper arm. Warning Lift off the wiper fully and pull off the wiper Focused laser light can irritate or permanently blade, arrow.
  • Page 387 Replacing components MOBILITY Safety information Power failure After a power loss, some equipment needs to be Register the battery to the newly initialized or individual settings updated, for vehicle example: ▷ Memory function: store the positions again. The manufacturer of the vehicle recommends that you have a service center or another quali‐...
  • Page 388 2. Information on the fuse types and locations, as well as the positions of any other fuse boxes, is available on the Internet: www.bmw.com/fuse‐ card. Where applicable, information on the fuse types and locations is also found on a separate sheet in the fuse box.
  • Page 389: Breakdown Assistance

    Breakdown assistance MOBILITY Breakdown assistance Vehicle features and Warning triangle options The warning triangle is located in the tailgate. This chapter describes all standard, country-spe‐ Fold open the cover in the tailgate up. cific and optional features offered with the series. It also describes features and functions that are not necessarily available in your vehicle, e.g., due to the selected options or country versions.
  • Page 390 BMW Roadside Assistance. General information Park the vehicle in a safe place. In the event of a breakdown, data on the vehi‐ cle's condition is transmitted to the BMW Road‐ Set the parking brake. side Assistance. Control Display is switched on.
  • Page 391 Control Display. In case of an emergency, an Emergency Re‐ When BMW Accident Assistance is activated, quest can be triggered automatically by the sys‐ data on the vehicle's condition is sent to BMW. tem or manually. Functional requirements General information ▷...
  • Page 392 Switch off the engine of the assisting vehicle. Even if you can no longer hear the BMW Re‐ Switch off any electronic systems/power con‐ sponse Center through the loudspeakers, the sumers in both vehicles.
  • Page 393 Breakdown assistance MOBILITY Starting aid terminals battery, or to the corresponding engine or body ground of assisting vehicle. Attach the second terminal clamp to the neg‐ ative terminal of the battery, or to the corre‐ sponding engine or body ground of the vehi‐ cle to be started.
  • Page 394 Breakdown assistance MOBILITY Safety information If the electrical system has failed, clearly identify the vehicle being towed by placing a sign or a warning triangle in the rear window. NOTICE The vehicle can be damaged when towing the Safety information vehicle with a single lifted axle.
  • Page 395 Breakdown assistance MOBILITY Tow fitting Screw thread for tow fitting General information Press on the mark on the edge of the cover to push it out. The screw-in tow fitting should always be carried For covers which have an opening instead of a in the vehicle.
  • Page 396: Care

    Care MOBILITY Care Vehicle features and Distances and temperature ▷ Maximum temperature: 140 ℉/60 ℃. options ▷ Minimum distance from sensors, cameras, seals: 12 inches/30 cm. This chapter describes all standard, country-spe‐ cific and optional features offered with the series. ▷...
  • Page 397 There is a risk of damage to property. Do not General information switch standby state off in vehicle washes. BMW recommends using vehicle care and cleaning products from BMW. Suitable care General information products are available from a dealer’s service center or another qualified service center or re‐...
  • Page 398 Care MOBILITY Safety information Clean the upholstery down to the seams using large sweeping motions. Avoid rubbing the ma‐ terial vigorously. Warning Improperly performed work on the vehicle paint Safety information can lead to a failure or malfunction of the radar sensors and thereby result in a safety risk.
  • Page 399 Care MOBILITY Fine wood parts Carpets and floor mats Clean fine wood facing and fine wood compo‐ nents only with a moist rag. Then dry with a soft Warning cloth. Objects in the driver's floor area can limit the pedal distance or block a depressed pedal. Plastic components There is a risk of accident.
  • Page 400 Care MOBILITY Displays, screens, and protective glass of the Head-up Display NOTICE Chemical cleansers, moisture or fluids of any kind can damage the surface of displays and screens. There is a risk of damage to property. Clean with a clean, antistatic microfiber cloth. NOTICE The surface of displays can be damaged with improper cleaning.
  • Page 401 Care MOBILITY Online Edition for Part no. 01402720901 - II/19...
  • Page 402 Online Edition for Part no. 01402720901 - II/19...
  • Page 403 REFERENCE Technical data ..................404 Appendix ....................407 Everything from A to Z ................408 Online Edition for Part no. 01402720901 - II/19...
  • Page 404: Technical Data

    The specified heights do not take into account attached parts, for instance a roof antenna, roof BMW X7 Width with mirrors in/mm 87.3/2,218 Width without mirrors in/mm 78.7/2,000...
  • Page 405 6,989/3,170 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. Online Edition for Part no. 01402720901 - II/19...
  • Page 406 Approved gross vehicle weight lbs/kg 7,253/3,290 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. Capacities BMW X7 Fuel tank, approx.
  • Page 407: Appendix

    Appendix REFERENCE Appendix General information Any updates to the Owner's Manual of the vehi‐ cle are listed here. Updates made after the editorial deadline The following chapters were updated in the printed version of the Owner's Manual after the editorial deadline for the Integrated Owner's Manual in the vehicle had closed: ▷...
  • Page 408: Everything From A To Z

    Everything from A to Z REFERENCE Everything from A to Z Index Air flow, automatic climate control Air outlets, see Ventilation Air pressure, tires 2-axle air suspension Air suspension 6-seater Alarm system Alarm, unintentional All-season tires, see Winter tires All-wheel-drive, see xDrive A/C button, see Air conditioning Ambient air package ABS, Antilock Brake System...
  • Page 409 Bluetooth connection Care of displays, screens Blu-ray, see Owner's Handbook for Navigation, Care, see Washing the vehicle Entertainment, Communication Care, vehicle BMW Assist, see Owner's Manual for Navigation, Cargo area Entertainment and Communication Cargo area, enlarging BMW Digital Key Cargo cover...
  • Page 410 Everything from A to Z REFERENCE Cartridge replacement, see Ambient air pack‐ Coasting with engine decoupled, see Coast‐ Car washing Coasting with idling engine Catalytic converter, see Hot exhaust gas sys‐ Combination switch, see Turn signals Combination switch, see Washer/wiper sys‐ CBS Condition Based Service Cell phone, see Owner's Manual for Navigation, Comfort Access...
  • Page 411 Cruise control, active with Stop&Go func‐ play tion Display key, malfunction Cruise control, see Active Cruise Control Display key, see BMW display key Cruise control with distance control, see Active Display lighting, see Instrument lighting Cruise Control with Stop&Go function Displays...
  • Page 412 Everything from A to Z REFERENCE Driving mode, see Driving Dynamics Con‐ Engine, automatic Start/Stop function trol Engine compartment Driving notes, general Engine coolant Driving on bad roads Engine idling when driving, see Coasting Driving stability control systems Engine oil, adding Driving style analysis, ECO PRO Engine oil change Driving tips...
  • Page 413 General settings Flat tire warning light, TPM Gentleman function Flooding Gesture Control Floor carpet, care Gestures, see BMW Gesture Control Floor mats, care Glare shield, see Sun visor Fold-away position of the wipers Glass sunroof, electric Foot brake Glass sunroof, initialize the system...
  • Page 414 Everything from A to Z REFERENCE Headlight courtesy delay feature iDrive Headlight courtesy delay feature, switching Ignition key, see Remote control Indicator/warning lights Headlight flasher Individual air distribution Headlight glass Individual settings, see Driver profiles Headlights, care Inductive charging of a smartphone, see Wireless Headlights, replacing, see Lights and bulbs charging tray, see Owner's Manual for Naviga‐...
  • Page 415 Light switch LIM button, see Manual Speed Limiter Keyless Go, see Comfort Access List of all messages Key, mechanical Load Key, see BMW display key Loading Kickdown, Steptronic transmission Loading the cargo area, see Stowing cargo Knee airbag Location, vehicle position...
  • Page 416 Everything from A to Z REFERENCE Manual operation, fuel filler flap Music hard disk, see Owner's Handbook for Nav‐ Map update, see Owner's Handbook for Naviga‐ igation, Entertainment, Communication tion, Entertainment, Communication Marking, run-flat tire Massage seat, front Master key, see Remote control Navigation, see Owner's Manual for Navigation, Matte finish Entertainment and Communication...
  • Page 417 Everything from A to Z REFERENCE Opening and closing Profiles, see Driver profiles Operating concept, iDrive Programmable memory buttons, iDrive Outside air, see AUC Protective function, glass sunroof, see Jam pro‐ Overheating of engine, see Coolant tempera‐ tection system ture Protective function, windows, see Jam protec‐...
  • Page 418 Remote control, universal Safety belt reminder for driver's seat and front Remote control with display, malfunction passenger seat Remote control with display, see BMW display Safety belt reminder for the rear seats Safety belts Remote Engine Start, see Stationary climate...
  • Page 419 Everything from A to Z REFERENCE SET button, see Active Cruise Control with Speed limit display, see Speed Limit Info Stop&Go function Speed Limiter, manual SET button, see Cruise control Speed Limit Info Set speed, see Active Cruise Control with Speed warning Stop&Go function Sport displays...
  • Page 420 Everything from A to Z REFERENCE Suitable mobile phones Tilt, backrest Summer tires, tread Tilting, passenger's side mirror, see Automatic Sun visor Curb Monitor Sun visor, sliding Time Supplementary Owner's Manuals Tire brands, recommended Supplementary SMS text message Tire damage Surface heating, see Seat and armrest heat‐...
  • Page 421 Video, see Owner's Manual for Navigation, En‐ Unintentional alarm, avoiding tertainment and Communication Units of measurement VIN, see Vehicle identification number Universal remote control Voice activation, see BMW Intelligent Personal Unlock button, Steptronic transmission Assistant Unlocking, automatic Voice activation system Unlocking, remote control Voice command response, see Owner's Hand‐...
  • Page 422 Everything from A to Z REFERENCE Water, see Condensation water under the parked xOffroad package vehicle Website Weights Weights, see Technical data Welcome light during unlocking Welcome lights Welcome screen, driver profiles Wheel cleaner, light-alloy wheels Wheels and tires Wheels and tires, replacing Wheels, changing Wheels, see FTM Flat Tire Monitor WiFi connection...
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  • Page 425 California Proposition 65 Warning For vehicles sold in California: Online Edition for Part no. 01402720901 - II/19...
  • Page 426 The Ultimate Driving Machine® BMW DRIVER'S GUIDE APP. Your customized information about the vehicle in an app. Optimized for smartphones & tablets. Can be used offline. *BL272090100V* 01402720901 ue Online Edition for Part no. 01402720901 - II/19...

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