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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
TABLE OF CONTENTS Navigation, Entertainment and Communication can be called up via the Integrated Owner's Manual in the vehicle. NOTES Information ......................... QUICK REFERENCE Entering ..........................Set-up and use ....................... On the road ........................AT A GLANCE Cockpit ..........................iDrive ..........................Voice activation system ....................
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Page 6: Integrated Owner's Manual In The Vehicle
Internet "..." Texts in vehicle used to select individual functions. Vehicle information and general information on BMW, for instance, on technology, are available on the Internet: www.bmwusa.com. Online Edition for Part no. 01402631131 - X/19...
Page 7 Information NOTES When using these functions and systems, the Symbol Meaning applicable laws and regulations must be ob‐ ›...‹ Verbal instructions to use with the served. voice activation system. For any options and equipment not described in this Owner's Manual, refer to the Supplementary ››...‹‹...
Page 8 ▷ Vehicle documents and statutory documents. BMW parts and accessories have been tested by Warranty BMW for their safety and suitability in BMW vehi‐ cles. Your vehicle is technically configured for the op‐ BMW warrants genuine BMW parts and acces‐...
Page 9 Such damage is not covered by Service and warranty the BMW New Vehicle Limited Warranty. We recommend that you read this publication Refer to chapter engine oil change regarding thoroughly. Your vehicle is covered by the follow‐...
Page 10 Information NOTES the driver or vehicle owner, for instance, via the When servicing, for instance during repairs, serv‐ ConnectedDrive account that is used. ice processes, warranty cases, and quality assur‐ ance measures, this technical information can be Operating data in the vehicle read out from the vehicle together with the vehi‐...
Page 11 Information NOTES Services This includes the following depending on the re‐ spective equipment: General information ▷ Multimedia data such as music, films or pho‐ tos for playback in an integrated multimedia If the vehicle has a wireless network connection, system. this enables data to be exchanged between the ▷...
Page 12 Information NOTES Vehicle identification scope of such data, and its purpose, can be ob‐ tained from the relevant service provider. number Event Data Recorder EDR Engine compartment This vehicle is equipped with an event data re‐ corder EDR. The main purpose of an EDR is to record, in certain crash or near crash-like situa‐...
Page 13 Na‐ tional Highway Traffic Safety Administration NHTSA, in addition to notifying BMW of North America, LLC, P.O. Box 1227, Westwood, New Jersey 07675-1227, Telephone 1-800-831-1117.
Page 14: Quick Reference Entering
Entering QUICK REFERENCE Entering Opening and closing All vehicle access points are locked. Buttons for the central locking Buttons on the vehicle key system Overview 1 Unlocking 2 Locking 3 Unlocking the tailgate Buttons for the central locking system. With automatic tailgate operation: open the tailgate Locking 4 Panic mode...
Page 15 Entering QUICK REFERENCE Comfort Access With automatic tailgate operation: opening and closing the tailgate Concept with no-touch activation The vehicle can be accessed without operating Concept the vehicle key. The tailgate can be opened and closed with no- Carrying the vehicle key with you, e.g., in your touch activation using the vehicle key you are pants pocket, is sufficient.
Page 16 Entering QUICK REFERENCE ▷ Press the button on the vehicle key 4 Wiper system for approx. 1 second. 5 Start/Stop button Depending on the setting, the doors may also be unlocked. Indicator/warning lights Closing Instrument cluster The indicator/warning lights can light up in a vari‐ ety of combinations and colors.
Page 17 Entering QUICK REFERENCE Wait for the signal. 3 Parking brake Say the command. 4 Driver assistance systems This symbol indicates that the voice acti‐ 5 Driving Dynamics Control vation system is active. iDrive If no other commands are possible, operate the function via iDrive.
Page 18: Set-Up And Use
Set-up and use QUICK REFERENCE Set-up and use Seats, mirrors, and steering Adjusting the exterior mirrors wheel Electrically adjustable seats 1 Adjusting 2 Selecting a mirror, Automatic Curb Monitor 3 Folding in and out 1 Memory function Adjusting the steering wheel 2 Backrest width 3 Lumbar support Manual steering wheel adjustment...
Page 19 Set-up and use QUICK REFERENCE ▷ Height of the Head-up Display. 6 Changing the station/track 7 Programmable memory buttons Storing Switch on the ignition. Navigation destination entry Set the desired position. Entering a destination via address Press the button. The LED in the button lights up.
Page 20 Set-up and use QUICK REFERENCE Dialing a number iDrive, the steering wheel buttons and spoken in‐ structions. "Communication" "My Vehicle" "Dial number" "iDrive settings" Enter the numbers. "Mobile devices" Select the symbol. The connection is es‐ tablished via the mobile phone to which this "Connect new device"...
Page 21 Set-up and use QUICK REFERENCE Select CarPlay as the function: "Apple CarPlay" The iPhone is connected to the vehicle and dis‐ played in the device list. Online Edition for Part no. 01402631131 - X/19...
Page 22: On The Road
On the road QUICK REFERENCE On the road Driving Parking brake Setting Starting and stopping the engine Pull the switch. The LED on the switch and the indicator Ignition on/off light in the instrument cluster are illuminated. ▷ On: press the Start/Stop but‐ ton.
Page 23 On the road QUICK REFERENCE Steptronic transmission, Sport Turn signal and manual mode ▷ On: press the lever past the resistance point. Sport program: ▷ Off: press the lever past the resistance point in the opposite direction. Press the selector lever to the left from selector lever position D.
Page 24 On the road QUICK REFERENCE Lights and lighting ▷ Fast wiper speed: position 3. Light functions Brief wipe and switching off Symbol Function Front fog lights. Automatic headlight control. Cornering light. Lights off. Daytime running lights. Press the lever down. ▷...
Page 25 On the road QUICK REFERENCE Set interval or sensitivity of the rain sensor Clean the rear window Turn the outer switch in the desired direction. ▷ In resting position: turn the switch downward, arrow 3. The switch automatically returns to its idle position when released.
Page 26 On the road QUICK REFERENCE Rear window wiper ▷ To switch off fast wipe: press down twice. Switching on Rain sensor Activating/deactivating Turn the outer switch upward. ▷ Resting position of the wiper, position 0. Press the button on the wiper lever. ▷...
Page 27 On the road QUICK REFERENCE Button Function Button Function Air flow, manual. Seat heating. Air distribution, manual. Switches off the system. Refueling Rear window defroster. Refueling Seat heating. Fuel cap To open the fuel filler flap, press on the rear Automatic climate control edge, arrow.
Page 28 On the road QUICK REFERENCE Wheels and tires Adding engine oil Tire inflation pressure specifications General information Switch off the ignition and safely park the vehicle before engine oil is added. Adding The tire inflation pressure values can be found on the sign on the door pillar.
Page 29 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 30: At A Glance
Cockpit AT A GLANCE Cockpit Vehicle features and available in your vehicle, for instance, due to the selected options or country versions. This also options applies to safety-related functions and systems. When using these functions and systems, the This chapter describes all standard, country-spe‐ applicable laws and regulations must be ob‐...
Page 31 Cockpit AT A GLANCE beams 135 Start/stop the engine and switch the ignition on/off 98 Automatic headlight control 136 Auto Start/Stop function 99 Cornering light 137 High-beam Assistant 137 11 Steering wheel buttons, right Instrument lighting 138 Entertainment source 6 Steering column stalk, left Volume Turn signal 103 Voice activation 42 High beams, headlight...
Page 32 Cockpit AT A GLANCE Unlocking the hood 251 17 With automatic tailgate operation: open/close tailgate 69 In the vicinity of the center console 1 Control Display 34 9 Parking brake 102 Ventilation 193 DSC Dynamic Stability Con‐ trol 161 Hazard warning system 269 Driving Dynamics Control 165 Intelligent Safety 150 PDC Park Distance Control 176...
Page 33 Cockpit AT A GLANCE In the vicinity of the roofliner Emergency Request, SOS 270 Reading lights 139 Glass sunroof 79 Interior lights 139 Indicator light, front-seat passenger airbag 143 Online Edition for Part no. 01402631131 - X/19...
Page 34: Idrive
iDrive AT A GLANCE iDrive Vehicle features and Input and display options Letters and numbers This chapter describes all standard, country-spe‐ Depending on the menu, you can switch be‐ cific and optional features offered with the series. tween entering upper and lower case letters, It also describes features that are not necessarily numbers and characters.
Page 35 iDrive AT A GLANCE Status information Symbol Meaning USB audio interface. General information Online Entertainment. The status field can be found in the upper area of the Control Display. Status information is dis‐ WiFi. played in the form of symbols. Other symbols Radio symbols Symbol Meaning...
Page 36 iDrive AT A GLANCE Safety information Press the Controller. Select the desired setting. NOTICE Specifying the number of displays Objects in the area in the front of the Control It is possible to specify the number of displays. Display can shift and damage the Control Dis‐ play.
Page 37 iDrive AT A GLANCE Button Function Opens destination input menu for navigation. Opens navigation map. Press once: opens the previous dis‐ play. Press and hold: open the menus used ▷ Press to select a menu item, for example. last. Opens the Options menu. Controller without navigation system General information...
Page 38 iDrive AT A GLANCE Operating via the Controller Opening the main menu Press the button. ▷ Tilt in two directions to switch between dis‐ plays, for example. The main menu is displayed. All iDrive functions can be called up via the main menu.
Page 39 iDrive AT A GLANCE Press the Controller. ▷ If applicable, further operating options for the selected menu, for instance "Save station". Dynamic contents Changing settings You can display dynamic contents within the menu items. The contents of the menu items Settings, such as brightness, can be entered.
Page 40 iDrive AT A GLANCE Operation via touchscreen Dynamic contents You can display dynamic contents within the menu items. The contents of the menu items General information update automatically, e.g., the active destination The Control Display is equipped with a touch‐ guidance in the navigation.
Page 41 iDrive AT A GLANCE Enter letters and numbers. The function will work immediately. This means, for instance that the number is dialed when a Deleting phone number is selected. Displaying the key assignment Symbol Function Touch buttons with finger. Do not wear gloves or Tapping the symbol: deletes the let‐...
Page 42: Voice Activation System
Voice activation system AT A GLANCE Voice activation system Vehicle features and ▷ Always say commands in the language of the voice activation system. options Using the voice activation This chapter describes all standard, country-spe‐ cific and optional features offered with the series. system It also describes features that are not necessarily available in your vehicle, for instance, due to the...
Page 43 Voice activation system AT A GLANCE Adjusting Displaying possible commands The following is displayed in the top area of the Control Display: Setting the language ▷ Some possible commands for the current The language to be used for voice activation and menu.
Page 44 ▷ The ConnectedDrive account in the vehicle is ▷ Major language dialects can cause problems the same as in the BMW Connected app. with the voice recognition feature. Speak loud ▷ The vehicle is connected in the BMW Con‐ and clear.
Page 45 Voice activation system AT A GLANCE ▷ Select driver profile, refer to page 72. Press the button on the steering wheel. Wait for the signal. Say activation word ›Alexa‹ and desired com‐ mand. Information about the active function is dis‐ played on the Control Display.
Page 46: General Settings
General settings AT A GLANCE General settings Vehicle features and "Date and time" "Time zone:" options Select the desired setting. The setting is stored for the driver profile cur‐ This chapter describes all standard, country-spe‐ rently used. cific and optional features offered with the series. It also describes features that are not necessarily Setting the time available in your vehicle, for instance, due to the...
Page 47 Concept "iDrive settings" "Date and time" If vehicle tracking has been activated, the current vehicle position can be displayed in the BMW "Date:" Connected app or in the ConnectedDrive cus‐ Turn the Controller until the desired day is tomer portal.
Page 48 SMS text messages or reminders. Screensaver ▷ Messages from, e.g., the Concierge service If no settings are made via iDrive, a screensaver or the BMW Connected app. will be displayed after an adjustable time. ▷ Check Control messages. Via iDrive: ▷...
Page 49 Online data, for instance Favorites, cookies. The vehicle offers different functions, whose use ▷ Office data, for instance voice notes. requires a data transfer to BMW or a service pro‐ ▷ Login accounts. vider. The data transfer can be deactivated for some functions.
Page 50 General settings AT A GLANCE Functional requirement Function Connec‐ tion type Data can only be deleted while stationary. Making calls via the hands-free Bluetooth. Deleting data system. Note and follow the instructions on the Control Using phone functions via iDrive. Display.
Page 51 General settings AT A GLANCE Safety information Bluetooth connection Functional requirements Warning ▷ Compatible device, refer to page 51, with Operating the integrated information systems Bluetooth interface. and communication devices while driving can ▷ The vehicle key is in the vehicle. distract from traffic.
Page 52 General settings AT A GLANCE Activate function to show the contact pic‐ If connection was not successful: Frequently tures. Asked Questions, refer to page 52. ▷ "Apple CarPlay" Frequently Asked Questions Activate the function to use Apple Car‐ All requirements are met and all required steps Play.
Page 53 General settings AT A GLANCE ▷ It is possible that only the phone book entries The snap-in adapter features a separate USB of the mobile phone or the SIM card are port that is automatically connected when a transmitted. compatible mobile phone is inserted. ▷...
Page 54 General settings AT A GLANCE Activating the Internet hotspot the onboard socket, when it is connected to the USB interface. Via iDrive: ▷ Depending on how the USB storage device is "My Vehicle" being used, settings may be required on the "iDrive settings"...
Page 55 General settings AT A GLANCE Pairing the iPhone with CarPlay Press the button. Pair the iPhone with the vehicle via Bluetooth, re‐ 5. ▷ "Change hotspot key" fer to page 52. Enter the desired hotspot code. Select CarPlay as the function: ▷...
Page 56 General settings AT A GLANCE Disconnecting the device ▷ For some devices, certain settings may be necessary, for instance authorization, see The device's connection to the vehicle is discon‐ owner's manual of the device. nected. The device remains paired and can be con‐ Displaying the device list nected again, refer to page 56.
Page 57 The vehicle is kept up- to-date via regular vehicle software updates. The software may only be restored when the ve‐ hicle is stationary. Updates and related current information is availa‐ ble at www.bmw.com/update. Via iDrive: "My Vehicle" Displaying the version of the "iDrive settings"...
Page 58: Owner's Manual Media
Owner's Manual media AT A GLANCE Owner's Manual media Vehicle features and Integrated Owner's Manual options in the vehicle This chapter describes all standard, country-spe‐ Concept cific and optional features offered with the series. The Integrated Owner's Manual specifically de‐ It also describes features that are not necessarily scribes features and functions found in the vehi‐...
Page 59 Owner's Manual media AT A GLANCE Opening when a Check Control Press the desired programmable message is displayed memory button and hold for more than 2 sec‐ Directly from the Check Control message on the onds. Control Display: "Owner's Manual" Executing Press the corresponding button.
Page 60: Opening And Closing
Opening and closing CONTROLS Opening and closing Vehicle features and Safety information options Warning This chapter describes all standard, country-spe‐ People or animals in the vehicle can lock the cific and optional features offered with the series. doors from the inside and lock themselves in. In It also describes features that are not necessarily this case, the vehicle cannot be opened from available in your vehicle, for instance, due to the...
Page 61 Opening and closing CONTROLS Overview ▷ Depending on the settings, the welcome light and headlight courtesy delay feature, refer to page 136, are switched on. ▷ Exterior mirrors folded through convenient closing are folded open. ▷ The alarm system, refer to page 75, is switched off.
Page 62 Opening and closing CONTROLS With Comfort Access: To switch off the alarm: press any button. convenient closing Tailgate Safety information General information To avoid locking the vehicle key in the vehicle, Warning do not place the vehicle key in the cargo area. With convenient closing, body parts can be Depending on the vehicle equipment and coun‐...
Page 63 Opening and closing CONTROLS Additional vehicle keys The tailgate is unlocked and can be swung up‐ ward. Additional vehicle keys are available from a serv‐ With automatic tailgate operation: ice center or another qualified service center or repair shop. The tailgate opens automatically. Loss of vehicle keys Replacing the battery A lost vehicle key can be blocked and replaced...
Page 64 Removing ▷ The options provided by the Remote Serv‐ ices of the BMW Connected app include the ability to lock and unlock a vehicle. This requires an active BMW Connected‐ Drive contract and the BMW Connected app must be installed on a smartphone.
Page 65 Opening and closing CONTROLS Locking/unlocking via the door Overview lock Remove lid on the door lock. To do this, slide the integrated key into the opening from below and remove the lid. Buttons for the central locking system. Locking Press the button with the front doors Unlock or lock the door lock using the closed.
Page 66 Opening and closing CONTROLS Comfort Access Locking Concept The vehicle can be accessed without operating the vehicle key. Carrying the vehicle key with you, e.g., in your pants pocket, is sufficient. The vehicle automatically detects the vehicle key when it is in close proximity or in the car's inte‐ rior.
Page 67 Opening and closing CONTROLS Opening This corresponds with pressing and holding the button on the vehicle key. In addition to locking, the windows and the glass sunroof close. The exterior mirrors fold in, de‐ pending on the model. Opening the tailgate General information To avoid locking the vehicle key in the vehicle, Press button next on tailgate.
Page 68 Opening and closing CONTROLS Performing the foot movement If the tailgate is opened with no-touch activation, locked doors are not unlocked. Stand in the middle behind the vehicle at ap‐ Contactless opening and closing of the tailgate prox. one arm's length away from the rear of must be activated in the settings.
Page 69 Opening and closing CONTROLS ▷ Interference of the radio connection from transmission towers or other equipment with Warning high transmitting power. The tailgate pivots out when it opens. There is ▷ Shielding of the vehicle key due to metal ob‐ a risk of injury or risk of damage to property.
Page 70 Opening and closing CONTROLS Opening from the inside "Tailgate" Monitor the tailgate and set the desired With Steptronic transmission: opening height. With the vehicle stationary, pull the but‐ ton in the storage compartment of the driver's From the outside door upwards. If the vehicle is locked, selector lever position P must be engaged first.
Page 71 Opening and closing CONTROLS Interruption of the opening procedure The opening procedure is interrupted in the fol‐ lowing situations: ▷ When the vehicle starts moving. ▷ By pressing the button on the outside of the tailgate. Pressing again closes the tailgate. ▷...
Page 72 Opening and closing CONTROLS Manual operation tected vehicle key must be clearly allocated to the driver. Operate the unlocked tailgate manually with a slow and smooth motion. This is the case when: To close the tailgate fully, press down lightly ▷...
Page 73 Opening and closing CONTROLS Resetting a driver profile Via iDrive: The settings of the driver profile currently in use "My Vehicle" are reset to their factory settings. "Driver profiles" Via iDrive: Select driver profile. "My Vehicle" "OK" "Driver profiles" ▷ All settings stored in the selected driver pro‐...
Page 74 Opening and closing CONTROLS Adjusting Via iDrive: "My Vehicle" General information "Driver profiles" Select the driver profile to be overwritten. Depending on the package and country version, various settings are available for the vehicle key The driver profile marked with this symbol functions.
Page 75 Opening and closing CONTROLS Depending on your vehicle's optional fea‐ Unlocking is signaled by two flashes, lock‐ tures, the tailgate is either unlocked or ing by one. opened. ▷ With alarm system: ▷ "Tailgate and door(s)" "Acoustic signal for lock/unlock" Depending on your vehicle's optional fea‐...
Page 76 Opening and closing CONTROLS Panic mode ▷ Changes in the vehicle tilt, for instance, dur‐ ing attempts at stealing a wheel or when tow‐ You can trigger the alarm system if you find your‐ ing the vehicle. self in a dangerous situation. ▷...
Page 77 Opening and closing CONTROLS Tilt alarm sensor ▷ Unlock the vehicle with the integrated key and switch on the ignition using the emer‐ The tilt of the vehicle is monitored. gency detection of the vehicle key, refer to The alarm system responds in situations such as page 63.
Page 78 Opening and closing CONTROLS Opening Safety information ▷ Press the switch to the resistance point. Warning The window opens while the switch is being Accessories on the windows such as antennas held. can impact jam protection. There is a risk of in‐ jury.
Page 79 Opening and closing CONTROLS Panoramic glass sunroof Opening/closing the glass sunroof and sun protection separately General information ▷ Press the switch in the desired The glass sunroof is ready for operation when direction to the resistance the ignition is switched on. point and hold it there.
Page 80 Opening and closing CONTROLS Comfort position Closing from the raised position without jam protection In some models, the wind noises in the car's in‐ terior are lowest when the glass sunroof is not If there is an external danger, fully open. In these models, the automatic func‐ push the switch forward past the tion initially only opens the glass sunroof up to resistance point and hold it.
Page 81: Seats, Mirrors, And Steering Wheel
Seats, mirrors, and steering wheel CONTROLS Seats, mirrors, and steering wheel Vehicle features and Warning options With a backrest inclined too far to the rear, the efficacy of the safety belt can no longer be en‐ This chapter describes all standard, country-spe‐ sured.
Page 82 Seats, mirrors, and steering wheel CONTROLS Overview Seat tilt 1 Memory function Move switch up or down. 2 Backrest width Backrest tilt 3 Lumbar support 4 Backrest tilt 5 Forward/backward, height, seat tilt Forward/backward Move switch forward or backward. Thigh support Push switch forward or backward.
Page 83 Seats, mirrors, and steering wheel CONTROLS ▷ Press the front/rear section of Seat heating the button: The curvature is increased/ Switching on decreased. Press the button once for each temper‐ ▷ Press the upper/lower section ature level. of the button: The maximum temperature is reached when The curvature is shifted up/ three LEDs are lit.
Page 84 Seats, mirrors, and steering wheel CONTROLS Safety belts Forward/backward General information Number of safety belts and The rear seat is divided at a ratio of 60 to 40. safety belt buckles The left seat is connected to the center section. The vehicle is fitted with five safety belts to en‐...
Page 85 Seats, mirrors, and steering wheel CONTROLS stance in the event of an accident or during ▷ Re-tighten the safety belt frequently upward braking and evasive maneuvers. There is a risk around your upper body. of injuries or danger to life. Make sure that all Buckling the safety belt occupants are wearing safety belts correctly.
Page 86 Seats, mirrors, and steering wheel CONTROLS Insert the upper buckle tongue in the belt ▷ Before driving, install the removed head buckle, arrow 2. restraints on the occupied seats. Safety belt buckles must audibly click into ▷ Adjust the head restraint so its center sup‐ place.
Page 87 Seats, mirrors, and steering wheel CONTROLS ▷ To lower: press button, arrow 1, and push ▷ Adjust the distance so that the head re‐ head restraint down. straint is as close as possible to the back of the head. Adjust the distance via the After setting the height, make sure that the head backrest tilt as needed.
Page 88 Seats, mirrors, and steering wheel CONTROLS Safety information After setting the height, make sure that the head restraint engages correctly. Warning Folding down the head restraint Using the memory function while driving can Only fold the head restraint back if no one will be lead to unexpected movements of the seat.
Page 89 Seats, mirrors, and steering wheel CONTROLS Calling up settings Overview The stored position is called up automatically. Press the desired button 1 or 2. The procedure stops when a seat adjustment switch or one of the memory buttons is pressed. Once underway, adjustment of the seat position on the driver's side is disabled after a short while.
Page 90 Seats, mirrors, and steering wheel CONTROLS Interior mirror, manually Folding the mirrors in and out is helpful in the fol‐ lowing situations: dimmable ▷ In vehicle washes. Turn knob ▷ On narrow roads. Mirrors that were folded in are folded out auto‐ matically at a speed of approx.
Page 91 Seats, mirrors, and steering wheel CONTROLS Steering wheel Switching on/off Press the button. Safety information ▷ On: the LED lights up. ▷ Off: the LED goes out. Warning Steering wheel adjustments while driving can lead to unexpected steering wheel movements. Vehicle control could be lost.
Page 92: Transporting Children Safely
Transporting children safely CONTROLS Transporting children safely Vehicle features and Warning options A heated vehicle may result in death to per‐ sons, especially children and animals. There is This chapter describes all standard, country-spe‐ a risk of injuries or danger to life. Do not leave cific and optional features offered with the series.
Page 93 Transporting children safely CONTROLS Installing child restraint Safety information systems Warning The safety belt cannot be fastened correctly on General information children shorter than 5 ft, 150 cm without suita‐ Pay attention to the specifications of the child re‐ ble additional child restraint systems. The effi‐ straint system manufacturer when selecting, in‐...
Page 94 Transporting children safely CONTROLS Before mounting Child seat security Before mounting child restraint systems, ensure that the rear seat backrests are locked. Move the rear seats into the rearmost position to facilitate assembly of the child restraint system. On the front passenger seat Deactivating airbags The rear safety belts and the front passenger Warning...
Page 95 Transporting children safely CONTROLS Mounts for the lower LATCH Assembly of LATCH child anchors restraint fixing systems The lower anchors may be used to attach the Install child restraint system, see manufactur‐ CRS to the vehicle seat up to a combined child er's information.
Page 96 Transporting children safely CONTROLS Locking the doors and Anchors windows in the rear The respective symbol shows the anchor for the upper retaining strap. Seats with an upper top tether are marked with this Rear doors symbol. It can be found on the rear seat backrest or the rear window shelf.
Page 97: Driving
Driving CONTROLS Driving Vehicle features and All indicator lights in the instrument cluster go out. options To save battery power when the engine is off, switch off the ignition and any unnecessary elec‐ This chapter describes all standard, country-spe‐ tronic systems/power consumers. cific and optional features offered with the series.
Page 98 Driving CONTROLS If the engine is not running and the ignition is switched on: the system automatically activates Warning radio-ready state when the door is opened if the An unsecured vehicle can begin to move and lights are switched off or the daytime running possibly roll away.
Page 99 Driving CONTROLS Engine stop Steptronic transmission Switching off the engine Safety information When the vehicle is stationary, apply the parking brake. Warning Engage selector lever position P. Unattended children or animals in the vehicle Press the Start/Stop button. can cause the vehicle to move and endanger The engine is switched off.
Page 100 Driving CONTROLS ▷ The brake pedal remains depressed while the ▷ The external temperature is high and auto‐ vehicle is stopped. matic climate control is running. ▷ The driver's safety belt is buckled or the driv‐ ▷ The car's interior has not yet been heated or er's door is closed.
Page 101 Driving CONTROLS Functional limitations Activating/deactivating the system manually Even if driving off was not intended, the deacti‐ vated engine starts up automatically in the fol‐ Using the button lowing situations: ▷ Excessive warming of the car's interior when the air conditioning is switched on. ▷...
Page 102 Driving CONTROLS Malfunction ▷ Engaging selector lever position N. ▷ Using vehicle equipment. The Auto Start/Stop function no longer switches off the engine automatically. A Check Control There is a risk of accidents or injuries. Do not message is displayed. It is possible to continue leave children or animals unattended in the ve‐...
Page 103 Driving CONTROLS The indicator light lights up red, a signal Press the switch while stepping on the sounds and the brake lights light up. brake pedal or selector lever position P is set. A Check Control message is displayed. It may take several seconds for the brake to be If the vehicle is decelerated to a complete stop, reactivated.
Page 104 Driving CONTROLS Wiper system Via iDrive: "My Vehicle" General information "Vehicle settings" "Lighting" Do not use the wipers if the windshield is dry, as this may damage the wiper blades or cause them "Exterior lighting" to become worn more quickly. "One-touch turn signal"...
Page 105 Driving CONTROLS Safety information ▷ Normal wiper speed, position 2. ▷ Fast wiper speed, position 3. When travel is interrupted with the wiper system NOTICE switched on: when travel continues, the wipers If the rain sensor is activated, the wipers can resume at their previous speed.
Page 106 Driving CONTROLS Windshield washer nozzles Up: short interval or high sensitivity of the rain sensor. The washer jets are automatically heated when‐ Down: long interval or low sensitivity of the rain ever the ignition is switched on. sensor. Rear window wiper Windshield and headlight Overview washer system...
Page 107 Driving CONTROLS General information Fold the wipers all the way away from the windshield. Important, for instance when changing the wiper blades or for folding away under frosty condi‐ tions. Safety information Warning If the wipers start moving in the folded away state, body parts can be jammed or damage may occur to parts of the vehicle.
Page 108 Driving CONTROLS The lever automatically returns to its initial posi‐ tion when released. NOTICE If the wipers are frozen to the windshield, the Interval mode or rain sensor wiper blades can be torn off and the wiper mo‐ tor can overheat when switching on. There is a Concept risk of damage to property.
Page 109 Driving CONTROLS Cleaning the windshield 15 minutes, the rain sensor is automatically acti‐ vated again. Setting the frequency or sensitivity of the rain sensor Pull the lever. The system sprays washer fluid on the wind‐ shield and activates the wipers briefly. In addition, the headlights are cleaned at regular Turn the thumbwheel to adjust the frequency or intervals when the vehicle's lights are switched...
Page 110 Driving CONTROLS Clean the rear window Folding away the wipers Turn the outer switch in the desired direction. Switch the ignition on and off again. ▷ In resting position: turn the switch downward, In frosty conditions, make sure that the arrow 3.
Page 111 Follow the usage The washer fluid reservoir is located in the en‐ instructions on the washer fluid container. gine compartment. Use of BMW’s Windshield Washer Concentrate or the equivalent is recommended. Malfunction The use of undiluted windshield washer concen‐...
Page 112 Driving CONTROLS ▷ On uphill grades or on a downhill slope, back. The selector lever automatically returns to turn the front wheels in the direction of the the center position when released. curb. Selector lever position P is engaged automati‐ ▷...
Page 113 Driving CONTROLS refer to page 97, while selector lever posi‐ ▷ Unintentional shifting from selector lever po‐ tion R, D or M/S is engaged. sition P into another selector lever position. ▷ If the driver's safety belt is unbuckled, the To release the selector lever lock: with the driver's door is opened, and the brake pedal brake pedal depressed, press the button on...
Page 114 Driving CONTROLS Engaging selector lever position D, Engaging selector lever position P N, R A selector lever lock prevents the following faulty operation: ▷ Unintentional shifting into selector lever posi‐ tion R. ▷ Unintentional shifting from selector lever po‐ sition P into another selector lever position. Fasten driver's safety belt.
Page 115 Driving CONTROLS Activating the Sport program Touch the selector lever lock and engage se‐ lector lever position N. Switch the engine off. In this way, the ignition remains switched on, and a Check-Control message is displayed. The vehicle can roll. NOTICE Selector lever position P is automatically en‐...
Page 116 Driving CONTROLS Shift paddles The engaged gear is displayed in the instrument cluster, for instance M1. Concept Shifting The shift paddles on the steering wheel allow ▷ To shift down: press the selector lever for‐ you to shift gears quickly while keeping both ward.
Page 117 Driving CONTROLS ▷ The lowest possible gear can be selected by Using the screwdriver from the onboard vehi‐ pulling and holding the left shift paddle. cle tool kit, refer to page 261, press the yel‐ low release lever downward, arrow. The selected gear is briefly displayed in the in‐...
Page 118 Driving CONTROLS selector lever position N is displayed in the in‐ to reach the operating temperature needed for strument cluster. Launch Control. A Check Control message is displayed. Start with launch control While the engine is running: Press the button and select SPORT with the Driving Dynamics Control.
Page 119: Displays
Displays CONTROLS Displays Vehicle features and available in your vehicle, for instance, due to the selected options or country versions. This also options applies to safety-related functions and systems. When using these functions and systems, the This chapter describes all standard, country-spe‐ applicable laws and regulations must be ob‐...
Page 120 Displays CONTROLS Check Control Airbag system Airbag system and belt tensioner may not be working. Concept Have the vehicle checked immediately The Check Control system monitors functions in by a dealer's service center or another qualified the vehicle and notifies you of malfunctions in service center or repair shop.
Page 121 Displays CONTROLS Orange lights DSC Dynamic Stability Control is deactivated or DTC Dynamic Traction Control is activated Active Cruise Control DSC is deactivated or DTC is activated. The number bars shows the selected distance from the vehicle driving ahead. DSC, refer to page 161, and DTC, refer to page 163.
Page 122 Displays CONTROLS Have the system checked by a dealer's service Front fog lights center or another qualified service center or re‐ Front fog lights are switched on. pair shop. Front fog lights, refer to page 138. Emissions High-beam Assistant ▷ The warning light lights up: High-beam Assistant is switched on.
Page 123 Some Check Control messages are hidden auto‐ qualified service center or repair shop. matically after approx. 20 seconds. The Check ▷ "BMW Roadside Assistance" Control messages are stored and can be dis‐ Contact Roadside Assistance. played again later. Messages after trip completion Displaying stored Check Control Certain messages displayed while driving are dis‐...
Page 124 Displays CONTROLS Time Showing/resetting miles Press the button. The time is displayed in the in‐ ▷ When the ignition is switched strument cluster. off, the time, the external tem‐ The time can be set on the Con‐ perature and the odometer are trol Display.
Page 125 Displays CONTROLS Energy recovery Display The current range is displayed in the instrument cluster. Display In coasting overrun mode the ki‐ netic energy of the vehicle is con‐ verted to electrical energy. The vehicle battery is partially charged Current consumption and fuel consumption can be re‐...
Page 126 Displays CONTROLS Gear shift indicator Symbols Symbols Description Concept No service is currently required. The system recommends the most efficient gear for the current driving situation. The time for recommended General information maintenance or a legally man‐ Depending on the vehicle equipment and coun‐ dated inspection is approaching.
Page 127 Displays CONTROLS Display board data, such as from the rain sensor, and will be displayed depending on the situation. General information With the navigation system, the system takes into account the information stored in the naviga‐ Speed Limit Info is permanently displayed in the tion data and also displays speed limits present instrument cluster.
Page 128 Displays CONTROLS Activating a list and adjusting ▷ If the speed limits stored in the navigation system are incorrect. the setting ▷ In areas not covered by the navigation sys‐ tem. ▷ When roads differ from the navigation, such as due to changes in road routing. ▷...
Page 129 Displays CONTROLS Calling up information on the Info Selecting information Display You can select what information from the On‐ board Computer is to be displayed on the Info Display of the instrument cluster. Via iDrive: "My Vehicle" "iDrive settings" "Displays" "Instrument panel"...
Page 130 Displays CONTROLS Resetting average values Distance to destination Depending on the vehicle equipment, the dis‐ tance remaining to the destination is displayed if a destination is entered in the navigation system before the trip is started. The distance to the destination is adopted auto‐ matically.
Page 131 Displays CONTROLS Resetting the Onboard Computer Via the Driving Dynamics Control Via iDrive: Activate SPORT. "Sport displays" "My Vehicle" "Driving information" Vehicle state "Onboard info" "Consumption" or "Speed" General information "OK" The following vehicle and environment data is evaluated: Resetting the trip computer ▷...
Page 132 Displays CONTROLS Adjusting Overview Via iDrive: "My Vehicle" "Vehicle settings" "Speed warning" "Warning at:" Turn the Controller until the desired speed is displayed. Press the Controller. Switching on/off Activating/deactivating Via iDrive: Via iDrive: "My Vehicle" "My Vehicle" "iDrive settings" "Vehicle settings" "Displays"...
Page 133 Displays CONTROLS Setting the rotation "Displayed information" Select the desired setting. The screen of the Head-up Display can be ro‐ tated around its own axis. Settings are stored for the profile currently used. Via iDrive: Setting the brightness "My Vehicle" The brightness is automatically adjusted to the "iDrive settings"...
Page 134 Displays CONTROLS Vehicle status General information The status can be displayed and actions per‐ formed for several systems. Opening the vehicle status Via iDrive: "My Vehicle" "Vehicle status" Information at a glance Symbols Description "Flat Tire Monitor": status of the Flat Tire Monitor FTM, refer to page 148.
Page 135: Lights
Lights CONTROLS Lights Vehicle features and Symbol Function options Parking lights. This chapter describes all standard, country-spe‐ Low beams. cific and optional features offered with the series. It also describes features that are not necessarily available in your vehicle, for instance, due to the Instrument lighting.
Page 136 Lights CONTROLS Canada: roadside parking light "Lighting" "Exterior lighting" Concept "Welcome lights" The vehicle can be illuminated on one side. The setting is stored for the driver profile cur‐ rently used. Switching on Headlight courtesy delay feature General information The low beams stay lit for a short while if the headlight flasher is switched on after the radio- ready state is switched off.
Page 137 Lights CONTROLS Adaptive headlight range Activating control Position of switch: The indicator light in the instrument cluster is il‐ luminated when the low beams are switched on. The adaptive headlight range control feature bal‐ ances out acceleration and braking processes as System limits well as the vehicle load conditions in order to avoid dazzling oncoming traffic.
Page 138 Lights CONTROLS Fog lights The indicator light in the instrument clus‐ ter is illuminated when the low beams are switched on. Front fog lights The headlights are automatically switched be‐ tween low beams and high beams. Concept The blue indicator light in the instrument The front fog lights work alongside the low cluster lights up when the system beams to illuminate a wider area of the roadway.
Page 139 Lights CONTROLS Interior lights Ambient light General information General information Depending on the equipment version, lighting Depending on the equipment, the interior lights, can be adjusted for some lights in the car's inte‐ footwell lights, entry lights, and courtesy lights rior.
Page 140: Safety
Safety CONTROLS Safety Vehicle features and available in your vehicle, for instance, due to the selected options or country versions. This also options applies to safety-related functions and systems. When using these functions and systems, the This chapter describes all standard, country-spe‐ applicable laws and regulations must be ob‐...
Page 141 ▷ Keep a distance from the airbags. Vehicle modifications for a person with disabili‐ ties may affect the air bag system; contact BMW ▷ Always grasp the steering wheel on the Customer Relations for further information.
Page 142 Safety CONTROLS Functional readiness of the Front, knee, and side airbag on the front pas‐ senger's side are activated or deactivated. airbag system General information Safety information Before transporting a child on the front passen‐ ger seat, refer to the safety information and in‐ Warning structions for children on the front passenger Individual components can be hot after trigger‐...
Page 143 Safety CONTROLS Strength of the driver's and ▷ Do not place objects under the seat that could press against the seat from below. front-seat passenger airbag ▷ No moisture in or on the seat. The explosive power that activates driver's/front- seat passenger airbags very much depends on Indicator light for the front-seat the positions of the driver's/front passenger seat.
Page 144 Safety CONTROLS General information All wheels green System is active and will issue a warning related Sensors in the tire valves measure the tire infla‐ to the tire inflation pressures stored during the tion pressure and, depending on the model, the last reset.
Page 145 Safety CONTROLS "Tire Pressure Monitor active. See label for Measure recommended pressures." is displayed. Check the tire pressure and correct as You may interrupt this trip at any time. When you needed. continue the reset resumes automatically. Reset the system. Messages If the tire inflation pressure is too General information...
Page 146 Safety CONTROLS Run-flat tires Symbol Possible cause There is a flat tire or a major loss in Safety information tire inflation pressure. No reset was performed for the sys‐ Warning tem. The system issues a warning The vehicle handles differently when a run-flat based on the tire inflation pressures tire has insufficient or no tire pressure;...
Page 147 Safety CONTROLS Malfunction Vehicle handling with damaged tires Vehicles driven with a damaged tire will handle The yellow warning light flashes and is differently, potentially leading to conditions such then illuminated continuously. A Check as the following: Control message is displayed. It may not ▷...
Page 148 Safety CONTROLS nates, you should stop and check your tires as The system does not measure the actual infla‐ soon as possible, and inflate them to the proper tion pressure in the tires. pressure. Driving on a significantly under-inflated Functional requirements tire causes the tire to overheat and can lead to tire failure.
Page 149 Safety CONTROLS Start the engine but do not drive off. Check whether the vehicle is fitted with nor‐ mal tires or run-flat tires. Start the initialization with: "Perform reset" Run-flat tires, refer to page 239, are labeled Drive away. with a circular symbol containing the letters The initialization is completed while driving, RSC marked on the tire's sidewall.
Page 150 Safety CONTROLS Continued driving with a flat tire Do not continue driving. Contact a dealer’s serv‐ ice center or another qualified service center or If continuing to drive with a damaged tire: repair shop. Avoid sudden braking and steering maneu‐ vers.
Page 151 Safety CONTROLS traffic closely and actively intervene where ap‐ Press button briefly: propriate. ▷ The menu for the Intelligent Safety system is displayed. The systems are individually switched off accord‐ ing to their respective settings. Warning ▷ LED lights up orange or goes out respective Indicators and warnings cannot serve as a sub‐...
Page 152 Safety CONTROLS braking are delayed in order to avoid false sys‐ style to traffic conditions. Watch traffic closely tem reactions. and actively intervene where appropriate. General information Warning The system warns at two levels of an imminent danger of collision at speeds from approx. Due to system limits, individual functions can 3 mph/5 km/h.
Page 153 Safety CONTROLS Switching on/off Warning with braking function Switching on automatically Display The system is automatically active after every A warning symbol appears in the instrument driving off. cluster and in the Head-up Display if a collision with a detected vehicle is imminent. Switching on/off manually Symbol Measure Press button briefly:...
Page 154 Safety CONTROLS The braking intervention occurs only if vehicle ▷ In heavy fog, wet conditions, or snowfall. stability has not been restricted, for instance by ▷ In tight curves. deactivating the DSC Dynamic Stability Control. ▷ If the driving stability control systems are de‐ The driver may interrupt the braking intervention activated, for instance DSC OFF.
Page 155 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 156 Safety CONTROLS Switching on/off manually The braking intervention occurs only if vehicle stability has not been restricted, for instance by Press button briefly: deactivating the DSC Dynamic Stability Control. ▷ The menu for the Intelligent Safety The driver may interrupt the braking intervention system is displayed.
Page 157 Safety CONTROLS ▷ In heavy fog, wet conditions, or snowfall. traffic closely and actively intervene where ap‐ propriate. Do not jerk the steering wheel in re‐ ▷ In tight curves. sponse to a warning. ▷ If the driving stability control systems are de‐ activated, for instance DSC OFF.
Page 158 Safety CONTROLS Issued warning Keep the windshield in front of the interior mirror clean and clear. If you leave the lane Switching on/off If you leave the lane and if a lane marking has been detected, the steering wheel vibrates. Switching on automatically If the turn signal is switched on before changing the lane, a warning is not issued.
Page 159 Safety CONTROLS Safety information ▷ When lane markings are covered by objects. ▷ When driving very close to the vehicle in front of you. Warning ▷ When driving toward bright lights. The system cannot serve as a substitute for the ▷...
Page 160 Safety CONTROLS At standstill ▷ When the clock is set incorrectly. ▷ When the vehicle speed is mainly below After coming to a halt, the brake is released auto‐ about 43 mph/70 km/h. matically. ▷ With a sporty driving style, such as during rapid acceleration or when cornering fast.
Page 161: Driving Stability Control Systems
Driving stability control systems CONTROLS Driving stability control systems Vehicle features and Automatic Differential options Brake This chapter describes all standard, country-spe‐ The system controls the driving force by auto‐ cific and optional features offered with the series. matic braking intervention on individual wheels. It also describes features that are not necessarily The function corresponds to a differential lock: available in your vehicle, for instance, due to the...
Page 162 Driving stability control systems CONTROLS Safety information The indicator light lights up: DSC has malfunc‐ tioned. Warning Deactivating DSC: DSC OFF The system cannot serve as a substitute for the driver’s personal judgment in assessing the General information traffic conditions. Based on the limits of the system, it cannot independently react to all traf‐...
Page 163 Driving stability control systems CONTROLS DTC Dynamic Traction Performance Control Control Performance Control enhances the agility of the vehicle. Concept To increase maneuverability, wheels are braked DTC is a version of the DSC Dynamic Stability individually when a sporty driving style is used. Control where forward momentum is optimized.
Page 164 Driving stability control systems CONTROLS Increasing or decreasing vehicle Only use HDC in low gears or in selector lever position D or R. speed Overview Using the cruise control rocker switch Button in the vehicle The desired speed can be changed using the cruise control rocker switch on the steering wheel.
Page 165 Driving stability control systems CONTROLS Servotronic Overview Button in the vehicle Concept Servotronic is a speed-dependent power steer‐ ing function. The system provides the steering force with more support at low speeds than at higher ones. This makes it easier to park, for instance, and makes steering firmer when driving at faster speeds.
Page 166 Driving stability control systems CONTROLS Configuring SPORT "Configure ECO PRO" Select the desired setting. Via iDrive: The setting is stored for the driver profile cur‐ "My Vehicle" rently used. "Vehicle settings" If necessary, "Driving mode" Displays "Configure SPORT" Program selection Select the desired setting.
Page 167: Driving Comfort
Driving comfort CONTROLS Driving comfort Vehicle features and General information options A camera on the interior mirror is used to detect vehicles driving ahead. Depending on the settings, the cruise control This chapter describes all standard, country-spe‐ settings many change under certain conditions. cific and optional features offered with the series.
Page 168 Driving comfort CONTROLS Button Function Warning Increase the distance, refer to The desired speed can be incorrectly adjusted page 170. or called up by mistake. There is a risk of acci‐ dent. Adjust the desired speed to the traffic Rocker switch. conditions.
Page 169 Driving comfort CONTROLS Setting the speed Cruise control is active and maintains the set speed. Maintaining/storing the speed DSC Dynamic Stability Control is switched on, if necessary. Switching off To switch off the system while standing, step on brake pedal at the same time. Press the button on the steering wheel.
Page 170 Driving comfort CONTROLS Continuing cruise control ▷ Each time the rocker switch is pressed to the point of resistance, the desired speed in‐ creases or decreases by approx. General information 1 mph/1 km/h. An interrupted cruise control can be continued ▷...
Page 171 Driving comfort CONTROLS The indicator light in the instrument clus‐ Distance display ter lights up. Distance 3 To switch distance control back on, press button again briefly. Distance 4 After changing over distance control, a Check Control message is displayed. This value is set automatically after the system is switched on.
Page 172 Driving comfort CONTROLS Displays in the Head-up Display Swerving vehicles Some system information can also be displayed in the Head-up Display. System limits Detection range A vehicle driving in front of you is not detected until it is completely within the same lane as your vehicle.
Page 173 Driving comfort CONTROLS Engine power The desired speed may not be maintained on uphill grades if engine power is insufficient. Malfunction A Check Control message is displayed if the sys‐ tem fails or was automatically deactivated. The system may not be fully functional in the fol‐ lowing situations: When you approach a curve the system may briefly report vehicles in the next lane due to the...
Page 174 Driving comfort CONTROLS fic situations. There is a risk of accident. Adjust Button Function driving style to traffic conditions. Watch traffic Pause cruise control, refer to closely and actively intervene where appropri‐ page 174. ate. Continue cruise control with the last setting, refer to page 175.
Page 175 Driving comfort CONTROLS Changing the speed ▷ If selector lever position N is set. ▷ Dynamic Traction Control DTC is activated or DSC Dynamic Stability Control is deactivated. ▷ If DSC Dynamic Stability Control intervenes. Setting the speed Maintaining/storing the speed Press the rocker switch up or down repeatedly until the desired speed is set.
Page 176 Driving comfort CONTROLS System limits ▷ When the system is switched off. ▷ When the ignition is switched off. Engine power Calling up the stored speed The desired speed is also maintained downhill, but may not be maintained on uphill grades if en‐ Press the button on the steering wheel.
Page 177 Driving comfort CONTROLS Switching on/off closely and actively intervene where appropri‐ ate. Switching on automatically The system switches on automatically in the fol‐ Warning lowing situations: Due to high speeds when PDC Park Distance ▷ If selector lever position R is engaged when Control is activated, the warning can be de‐...
Page 178 Driving comfort CONTROLS Visual warning The rearview camera image is displayed if the re‐ verse gear is engaged when pressing the park assistance button. Warning Signal tones An intermittent tone indicates when the vehicle is approaching an object. E.g., when an object is detected to the left rear of the vehicle, a signal tone sounds from the left rear speaker.
Page 179 Driving comfort CONTROLS ▷ For small children and animals. ▷ In automatic vehicle washes. ▷ For persons with certain clothing, for instance ▷ Due to heavy exhaust. coats. ▷ Due to other ultrasound sources, for instance ▷ With external interference of the ultrasound, sweeping machines, high pressure steam for instance from passing vehicles or loud cleaners or neon lights.
Page 180 Driving comfort CONTROLS Overview Switch the system back on, if needed. Depending on the vehicle Depending on the vehicle equipment: switching on/off equipment: button in the vehicle manually Press the park assistance button. ▷ On: the LED lights up. ▷ Off: the LED goes out.
Page 181 Driving comfort CONTROLS Pathway lines Obstacle marking Pathway lines can be superimposed on the im‐ Depending on the vehicle equipment, obstacle age of the rearview camera. markings can be faded into the image of the rearview camera. Pathway lines help you to estimate the space re‐ quired when parking and maneuvering on level The colored thresholds of the obstacle markings roads.
Page 182 Driving comfort CONTROLS Parking assistant Display settings Brightness Concept With the rearview camera switched on: Move the Controller to the left, if needed. Select the symbol. Turn the Controller until the desired setting is reached, and press the Controller. Contrast With the rearview camera switched on: Move the Controller to the left, if needed.
Page 183 Driving comfort CONTROLS Functional requirements closely and actively intervene where appropri‐ ate. Ultrasound sensors Ensure full functionality: NOTICE ▷ Do not cover sensors, for instance with stick‐ The parking assistant can steer the vehicle over ers. or onto curbs. There is a risk of damage to ▷...
Page 184 Driving comfort CONTROLS Switching on with reverse gear straight, even if the system is deactivated. When the system is deactivated, the displays Shift into reverse. on the Control Display are shown in gray. The current status of the parking space search is indicated on the Control Display.
Page 185 Driving comfort CONTROLS No parking assistance ▷ If the vehicle speed exceeds approx. 6 mph/10 km/h. The parking assistant does not offer assistance ▷ Possibly on snow-covered or slippery road in the following situations: surfaces. ▷ In tight curves. ▷ If a maximum number of parking attempts or the time taken for parking is exceeded.
Page 186 Driving comfort CONTROLS ▷ With objects with a fine surface structure such as fences. ▷ For objects with porous surfaces. ▷ If cargo protrudes. ▷ Low objects already displayed, for instance curbs, can move into the blind area of the sensors before or after a continuous tone sounds.
Page 187: Climate Control
Climate control CONTROLS Climate control Vehicle features and Interior air quality options The air quality in the vehicle is improved by the following components: This chapter describes all standard, country-spe‐ ▷ Emission tested passenger compartment. cific and optional features offered with the series. It also describes features that are not necessarily ▷...
Page 188 Climate control CONTROLS 9 Seat heating, left 83 Climate control functions in Switching on/off detail Press the button. The LED is illuminated with air condi‐ Switching the system on/off tioning switched on. Switching on Depending on the weather, the windshield and side windows may fog up briefly when the en‐...
Page 189 Climate control CONTROLS Adjusting the air flow manually ▷ Windows, upper body region, and floor area. Concept To defrost windows and remove The air flow for climate control can be adjusted condensation manually. Make the following settings to defrost the win‐ Operation dows and remove condensation: ▷...
Page 190 Climate control CONTROLS Automatic climate control 1 To defrost windows and remove condensa‐ 10 Air conditioning tion 11 Automatic recirculated-air control/recircu‐ 2 Temperature, left lated-air mode 3 AUTO program 12 Seat heating, right 83 4 To switch off the system 13 Air distribution settings 5 Air flow, AUTO intensity 14 Seat heating, left 83...
Page 191 Climate control CONTROLS Temperature The cooling function is switched on automati‐ cally with the AUTO program. Concept When using the automatic climate control, con‐ densation water develops and collects under‐ The automatic climate control achieves the set neath the vehicle. temperature as quickly as possible, if necessary by using the maximum cooling or heating power, Maximum cooling...
Page 192 Climate control CONTROLS Depending on the selected temperature, the in‐ Switching on/off tensity of the AUTO program, and outside influ‐ Press button repeatedly to select an op‐ ences, the air is directed to the windshield, side erating mode: windows, upper body, and into the floor area. ▷...
Page 193 Climate control CONTROLS Operation The air flow can be adjusted with the program active. Press the button repeatedly to select a If the windows are fogged over, you can also program: switch on the air conditioning or press the AUTO ▷...
Page 194 Climate control CONTROLS Adjusting ▷ Direct operation or preset activation time: does not depend on external temperature. ▷ Ventilation for cooling: ▷ Battery is sufficiently charged. Adjust the vent so that the air is directed to‐ If parked-car ventilation is switched on, the wards you, for instance when the vehicle is vehicle battery will be discharged.
Page 195 Climate control CONTROLS The symbol on the automatic climate control lights up when the activation time is activated. The symbol on the automatic climate control flashes when the system has been switched on. The system will only be switched on within the next 24 hours.
Page 196: 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 that are not necessarily such as the garage door, may result in injury, available in your vehicle, for instance, due to the for example, body parts becoming jammed in a...
Page 197 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 198 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 199 Interior equipment CONTROLS Ashtray/cigarette lighter Press and hold the two outer buttons on the in‐ terior mirror simultaneously for approximately 10 seconds until the LED on the interior mirror Ashtray flashes green rapidly. Opening Sun visor Glare shield Fold the sun visor down or up. Glare shield from the side Folding out Fold the sun visor down.
Page 200 Interior equipment CONTROLS NOTICE Battery chargers for the vehicle battery can work with high voltages and currents, which means that the 12 volt on-board network can be overloaded or damaged. There is a risk of damage to property. Only connect battery chargers for the vehicle battery to the starting aid terminals in the engine compartment.
Page 201 Interior equipment CONTROLS In the front passenger floor area USB interface, front In the center console The socket is located below the glove compart‐ ment. The USB interface is located in the center con‐ sole. In the cargo area Properties: ▷...
Page 202 Interior equipment CONTROLS In the rear center console ▷ To ensure proper transmission of the stored data, do not charge a USB storage device via the onboard socket, when it is connected to the USB interface. ▷ Depending on how the USB storage device is being used, settings may be required on the USB storage device, refer to the owner's manual of the device.
Page 203 Interior equipment CONTROLS NOTE Functional requirements This device has been tested for human exposure ▷ The mobile phone must compatibly support limits and found compliant at a minimum dis‐ the required Qi standard. tance of 4 in/10 cm during operation. If the mobile phone does not support the Qi Therefore, a distance of 4 in/10 cm must be standard, the mobile phone can be charged...
Page 204 Interior equipment CONTROLS System limits Insert the mobile phone with the display fac‐ ing upward in the direction of the front holder, At high temperatures on the mobile phone or in arrow 1. the vehicle, the charging functions of the mobile phone may be limited and some functions may no longer work.
Page 205 Detach the retaining straps at the tailgate. more unless the booster is permanently deacti‐ vated by your local BMW dealer. Pry cover up a bit, arrow 1, and pull out of the brackets toward the back, arrow 2.
Page 206 Interior equipment CONTROLS Enlarging the cargo area ten any objects to the straps for unlocking the rear backrests. Concept Depending on the vehicle equipment, the cargo Warning area can be enlarged as follows: With a rear backrest that is not locked, the pro‐ ▷...
Page 207 Interior equipment CONTROLS Folding down the rear seat backrest Folding back the backrest from the rear Without a cargo position: Pull loop to unlock the rear seat backrest. Pull the strap. The rear seat backrest folds forward. Return the rear seat backrest to the upright seating position and engage it.
Page 208 Interior equipment CONTROLS Cargo area partition net Cargo area partition net, large When the rear seat backrest is folded down, in‐ stall the large cargo area partition net behind the front seats. Fold down the rear seat backrests, refer to page 206.
Page 209: Storage Compartments
Storage compartments CONTROLS Storage compartments Vehicle features and ▷ Storage compartment up front in the center console, refer to page 209. options ▷ Glove compartment on the front passenger side, refer to page 210. This chapter describes all standard, country-spe‐ ▷...
Page 210 Storage compartments CONTROLS Glove compartment vers. There is a risk of injury. Always close the glove compartment immediately after using it. Front passenger side Opening Safety information Warning Folded open, the glove compartment protrudes in the car's interior. Objects in the glove com‐ partment can be thrown into the car's interior while driving, for instance in the event of an ac‐...
Page 211 Storage compartments CONTROLS Center armrest Cup holders Front Safety information A storage compartment is located in the center armrest between the front seats. Warning Unsuitable containers in the cup holders may Opening damage the cup holders or be thrown about the car’s interior in the event of an accident, an evasive maneuver, or forceful braking.
Page 212 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 213 Storage compartments CONTROLS A multi-function hook is located on each side of the cargo area. Lashing eyes in the cargo area To secure the cargo, refer to page 219, there are lashing eyes in the cargo area. Storage space under cargo floor panel The cargo floor panel can be folded.
Page 214: Driving Tips
Things to remember when driving DRIVING TIPS Things to remember when driving Vehicle features and Engine, transmission, and axle drive options Up to 1,200 miles/2,000 km This chapter describes all standard, country-spe‐ Do not exceed the maximum engine and road cific and optional features offered with the series.
Page 215 Things to remember when driving DRIVING TIPS Driving on poor roads After a trip on poor roads After a trip on poor roads, check wheels and tires for damage to maintain driving safety. Clear Concept heavy soiling from the body. Because of its greater ground clearance, the ve‐...
Page 216 Things to remember when driving DRIVING TIPS ▷ Drive through water only if it is not deeper than a maximum of 9.8 inches/25 cm. Warning ▷ Drive through water no faster than walking If combustible materials, such as leaves or speed, up to 3 mph/5 km/h.
Page 217 Things to remember when driving DRIVING TIPS the pedals. Ensure that the floor mats are se‐ accident. Do not attempt to drive in idle state or curely fastened again after they were removed, with the engine switched off. for instance for cleaning. Brake disc corrosion Driving in wet conditions Corrosion on the brake discs and contamination...
Page 218: Loading
Loading DRIVING TIPS Loading Vehicle features and Warning options Unexpected movements of the rear seat back‐ rest while driving may occur due to uninten‐ This chapter describes all standard, country-spe‐ tional unlocking of the rear seat backrests by cific and optional features offered with the series. the straps.
Page 219 Loading DRIVING TIPS 1,400 lbs and there will be five 150 lbs pas‐ ▷ The cargo area, refer to page 205, can be ex‐ sengers in your vehicle, the amount of availa‐ panded to transport large or bulky cargo. ble cargo and luggage load capacity is ▷...
Page 220 Loading DRIVING TIPS Safety information Warning When driving with a roof load, for instance with roof-mounted luggage rack, the vehicle's cen‐ ter of gravity is higher, which increases the risk of the vehicle tipping in critical driving situa‐ tions. There may be a risk of accident or risk of damage to property.
Page 221: Reducing Fuel Consumption
Reducing fuel consumption DRIVING TIPS Reducing fuel consumption Vehicle features and Attached parts on the vehicle impair the aerody‐ namics and increase the fuel consumption. options Close the windows and This chapter describes all standard, country-spe‐ cific and optional features offered with the series. glass sunroof It also describes features that are not necessarily available in your vehicle, for instance, due to the...
Page 222 The flow of fuel is interrupted while coasting. Have the vehicle maintained regularly to achieve optimal vehicle efficiency and service life. BMW Switch off the engine recommends that maintenance work be per‐ formed by a BMW service center.
Page 223 Reducing fuel consumption DRIVING TIPS Via iDrive The achieved extended range is displayed in the instrument cluster as bonus range. "My Vehicle" "Vehicle settings" General information If necessary, "Driving mode" The system includes the following "Configure ECO PRO" EfficientDynamics functions and EfficientDynamics displays: Select the desired setting.
Page 224 Reducing fuel consumption DRIVING TIPS Deactivate the function to use the braking effect efficient, for example by backing off the accelera‐ of the engine when traveling downhill. tor. ECO PRO potential savings Activating/deactivating the display Shows potential savings with the current settings "My Vehicle"...
Page 225 Reducing fuel consumption DRIVING TIPS ▷ Energy recovery. traveling with the engine idling to reduce con‐ sumption. Selector lever position D remains en‐ ▷ Coasting. gaged. Displaying consumption history This driving condition is referred to as coasting. As soon as you step on the brake or accelerator The average consumption can be displayed on pedal, the engine is automatically coupled again.
Page 226 Reducing fuel consumption DRIVING TIPS Activating/deactivating coasting via ▷ If the battery charge state is temporarily too low. shift paddles ▷ If the vehicle electrical system is drawing ex‐ Shift to the highest gear by pulling the right cessive current. shift paddle.
Page 227 Reducing fuel consumption DRIVING TIPS Display on the Control Display The display of the ECO PRO Driving style analy‐ sis consists of a symbolized route and a lookup table. The road symbolizes the efficiency of the driving style. The more efficient your driving style, the smoother the depicted route becomes, arrow 1.
Page 228: Mobility
Refueling MOBILITY Refueling Vehicle features and Fuel cap options Opening This chapter describes all standard, country-spe‐ To open the fuel filler flap, press on the rear cific and optional features offered with the series. edge, arrow. The fuel filler flap opens. It also describes features that are not necessarily available in your vehicle, for instance, due to the selected options or country versions.
Page 229 Refueling MOBILITY Closing Safety information Warning NOTICE The retaining strap of the fuel cap can be jam‐ Fuels are toxic and aggressive. Overfilling of the med and crushed during closing. The cap can‐ fuel tank can damage the fuel system. Painted not be correctly closed.
Page 230: Fuel
Fuel MOBILITY Fuel Vehicle features and Safety information options NOTICE This chapter describes all standard, country-spe‐ Even small quantities of the wrong fuel or cific and optional features offered with the series. wrong fuel additives can damage the fuel sys‐ It also describes features that are not necessarily tem and engine.
Page 231 Failure to comply with these recommendations may result in the need for unscheduled mainte‐ nance. Recommended fuel grade BMW recommends AKI 91. Refuel with this gasoline to achieve the rated performance and consumption values. Minimum fuel grade BMW recommends AKI 89.
Page 232: 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 233, contains all tire inflation pressure It also describes features that are not necessarily specifications for the specified tire sizes at the...
Page 233 Also check the tire inflation pressure of the emergency wheel in the cargo area regularly, and to 100 mph/160 km/h correct it as needed. X1 sDrive28i, X1 xDrive28i Determine the intended tire inflation pressure levels for the mounted tires. Tire size...
Page 234 50 mph / 80 km/h T 135/90 R 17 4.2 / 60 Tire inflation pressure values 104 M over 100 mph/160 km/h With high-speed tuning feature X1 sDrive28i, X1 xDrive28i Tire size Pressure specifications Without high-speed tuning feature in bar/PSI Tire size Pressure specifications...
Page 235 Wheels and tires MOBILITY Speed letter Tire size Pressure specifications in bar/PSI Designation Maximum speed 225/45 R 19 92 3.2 / 46 3.2 / 46 up to 100 mph/160 km/h 205/60 R 17 93 up to 106 mph/170 km/h H M+S up to 112 mph/180 km/h 205/55 R 18 96 H XL M+S...
Page 236 Wheels and tires MOBILITY E.g.: Treadwear 200; Traction AA; Temperature high temperature can cause the material of the tire to degenerate and reduce tire life, and exces‐ sive temperature can lead to sudden tire failure. DOT Quality Grades The grade C corresponds to a level of perform‐ ance which all passenger car tires must meet un‐...
Page 237 Wheels and tires MOBILITY Minimum tread depth ▷ Tire inflation pressure too low. ▷ Vehicle overloading. ▷ Incorrect tire storage. Safety information Warning Damaged tires can lose tire inflation pressure, which can lead to loss of vehicle control. There is a risk of accident. If tire damage is suspected Wear indicators are distributed around the tire's while driving, immediately reduce speed and circumference and have the legally required min‐...
Page 238 Wheels and tires MOBILITY Wheel and tire combination Recommended tire brands General information You can ask the dealer's service center or an‐ other qualified service center or repair shop about the correct wheel/tire combination and wheel rim versions for the vehicle. Safety information For each tire size, the manufacturer of the vehi‐...
Page 239 Wheels and tires MOBILITY Run-flat tires Maximum speed of winter tires If the maximum speed of the vehicle is higher than the permissible speed for the winter tires, Concept then attach a label showing the permissible maxi‐ Run-flat tires permit continued driving under re‐ mum speed in the field of view.
Page 240 Wheels and tires MOBILITY Repairing a flat tire ▷ 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 Safety measures wheel electronics. In this case, have the TPM ▷...
Page 241 Wheels and tires MOBILITY Compressor Filling Shake the sealant container. 1 Sealant container unlocking 2 Sealant container holder Pull filling hose completely out of the cover of 3 Tire pressure gage the sealant container. Do not kink the hose. 4 Reduce tire inflation pressure button 5 On/off switch 6 Compressor 7 Connector/cable for socket...
Page 242 Wheels and tires MOBILITY Checking and adjusting the tire Screw the filling hose of the sealant container onto the tire valve of the nonworking wheel. inflation pressure Checking Switch off the compressor. Read the tire inflation pressure on the tire pressure gage.
Page 243 Wheels and tires MOBILITY Adjustment Insert the connector into the power socket in‐ side the vehicle. Stop at a suitable location. Screw the connection hose of the compres‐ sor directly onto the tire valve stem. With the ignition switched on or the engine running, switch on the compressor.
Page 244 Wheels and tires MOBILITY Replace the nonworking tire and the sealant con‐ Follow the snow chain manufacturer's instruc‐ tainer of the Mobility System at the next opportu‐ tions. nity. Do not initialize the Flat Tire Monitor after mounting snow chains, as doing so may result in incorrect readings.
Page 245 Wheels and tires MOBILITY of injury or risk of damage to property. When cranking up the vehicle jack, ensure that it is in‐ DANGER serted in the jacking point next to the wheel Supports such as wooden blocks under the ve‐ housing.
Page 246 Wheels and tires MOBILITY On a slight downhill gradient Remove the adapter after unscrewing the lug bolt. Screwing on Attach the adapter to the lug bolt. If neces‐ sary, turn the adapter until it fits on the lug bolt. Screw on the lug bolt. The tightening torque is 140 Nm.
Page 247 Wheels and tires MOBILITY Jacking points for the vehicle Jacking up the vehicle jack Warning Hands and fingers can be jammed when using the vehicle jack. There is a risk of injury. Com‐ ply with the described hand position and do not change this position while using the vehicle jack.
Page 248 Wheels and tires MOBILITY Mounting a wheel Extend the vehicle jack by turning the vehicle jack crank or lever clockwise. Mount one emergency wheel only, as required. Unscrew the lug bolts. Remove the wheel. Put the new wheel or emergency wheel on and screw in at least two lug bolts in a cross‐...
Page 249 Wheels and tires MOBILITY tive tire. The emergency wheel is only intended Where applicable, remove the holder and the for temporary use until the defective tire/wheel trailer hitch. has been replaced. Remove the jacking point and the tool holder on the left next to the emergency wheel. General information Slide the emergency wheel to the left and re‐...
Page 250: Engine Compartment
Engine compartment MOBILITY Engine compartment Vehicle features and available in your vehicle, for instance, due to the selected options or country versions. This also options applies to safety-related functions and systems. When using these functions and systems, the This chapter describes all standard, country-spe‐ applicable laws and regulations must be ob‐...
Page 251 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 252 Engine compartment MOBILITY Closing the hood Energetically close the hood from approx. 20 in/50 cm. The hood must engage on both sides. Online Edition for Part no. 01402631131 - X/19...
Page 253: Engine Oil
Engine oil MOBILITY Engine oil Vehicle features and NOTICE options Too much engine oil can damage the engine or the catalytic converter. There is a risk of dam‐ This chapter describes all standard, country-spe‐ age to property. Do not add too much engine cific and optional features offered with the series.
Page 254 Engine oil MOBILITY Displaying the engine oil level "Measure engine oil level" "Start measurement" Via iDrive: The engine oil level is checked and displayed via "My Vehicle" a scale. "Vehicle status" "Engine oil level" Adding engine oil The engine oil level is displayed. System limits General information When making frequent short-distance trips or...
Page 255 Open the lid counterclockwise. Add engine oils that meet the following oil rating standards: Gasoline engine BMW Longlife-17 FE+. Alternative engine oil types If an engine oil suitable for continuous use is not available, up to 1 US quart/liter of an engine oil with the following oil rating can be added: Add engine oil.
Page 256 Engine oil MOBILITY from a dealer’s service center or another quali‐ fied service center or repair shop. Engine oil change NOTICE Engine oil that is not changed in timely fashion can cause increased engine wear and thus en‐ gine damage. There is a risk of damage to property.
Page 257: Coolant
Coolant MOBILITY Coolant Vehicle features and or articles of clothing. Use suitable additives only. options This chapter describes all standard, country-spe‐ Coolant level cific and optional features offered with the series. It also describes features that are not necessarily available in your vehicle, for instance, due to the Checking selected options or country versions.
Page 258 Coolant MOBILITY Turn the lid of the coolant reservoir slightly counterclockwise to allow any excess pres‐ sure to dissipate, then open it. If the coolant is low, slowly add coolant up to the specified level; do not overfill. Close the lid. Have the cause of the coolant loss eliminated as soon as possible.
Page 259: Maintenance
Therefore, hand the service advisor the vehicle served. key with which the vehicle was driven most re‐ cently. BMW maintenance system Storage periods Storage periods during which the vehicle battery The maintenance system provides service notifi‐ was disconnected are not taken into account.
Page 260 Maintenance MOBILITY Position The manufacturer of your vehicle recommends that maintenance and repair be performed by a service center or another qualified service center or repair shop. Records of regular maintenance and repair work should be retained. Socket for OBD Onboard Diagnosis General information There is an OBD socket on the driver's side for...
Page 261: 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 that are not necessarily hood is opened.
Page 262 Replacing components MOBILITY Replacing the rear wiper blade Safety information Lift the wiper up fully and pull off the wiper Lights and bulbs blade, arrow. Warning Bulbs can get hot during operation. Contact with the bulbs can cause burns. There is a risk of injury.
Page 263 Replacing components MOBILITY If despite driving with the headlights switched on, Accessing the turn signals, low beams, increasing humidity forms, for instance water high beams/headlight flasher droplets in the light, have the headlights Follow the safety information, refer to page 262. checked.
Page 264 Replacing components MOBILITY wiper fluid with the screwdriver from the on‐ High beams/headlight flasher board vehicle tool kit. 55-watt bulb, H7. Turn the cover counterclockwise and re‐ move. Turn the cover counterclockwise and re‐ move. Pull the bulb holder directly to the rear, ar‐ row 1, and remove.
Page 265 Replacing components MOBILITY LED front fog lights Bulb replacement, exterior tail lights Follow the safety information, refer to page 262. General information LED front fog lights are made using LED tech‐ Follow the safety information, refer to page 262. nology. Turn signal: 21-watt bulb, P21WLL.
Page 266 Replacing components MOBILITY Lights in the tailgate Remove the bulb holder from the tail light, ar‐ row 2. General Follow the safety information, refer to page 262. Reversing light: 21-watt bulb, P21WLL Inner brake light: 21-watt bulb, H21WLL Tail light: 5-watt bulb, P21WLL Vehicles featuring LED headlights Follow the safety information, refer to page 262.
Page 267 Replacing components MOBILITY Register the battery to the Press the nonworking bulb gently into the socket, turn counterclockwise and remove. vehicle ▷ Upper bulb: reversing light The manufacturer of the vehicle recommends ▷ Lower bulb: inner brake light that you have a service center or another quali‐ fied service center or repair shop register the ve‐...
Page 268 Information on the fuse types and locations, as ▷ Time: update. well as the positions of any other fuse boxes, is ▷ Date: update. available on the Internet: www.bmw.com/fuse‐ card. ▷ Glass sunroof: initialize the system. Where applicable, information on the fuse types Disposing of old batteries and locations is also found on a separate sheet in the fuse box.
Page 269: Breakdown Assistance
BMW Roadside Assistance Concept Contact the BMW Group Roadside Assistance if assistance is needed in the event of a break‐ down. Online Edition for Part no. 01402631131 - X/19...
Page 270 If this is not possible, further measures will be ini‐ tiated, for instance Roadside Assistance will be Requirements informed. ▷ Active ConnectedDrive contract, equipment with intelligent emergency call or BMW Con‐ Emergency Request nectedDrive services. ▷ Cellular network reception. Intelligent emergency call ▷...
Page 271 12 volts. The voltage in‐ established. formation can be found on the battery. Even if you can no longer hear the BMW Re‐ Switch off the engine of the assisting vehicle. sponse Center through the loudspeakers, the...
Page 272 To prevent personal injury or damage to both ve‐ hicles, adhere strictly to the following procedure. Warning Due to system limits, individual functions can Open the cover of the BMW starting aid ter‐ malfunction during tow-starting/towing with the minal. Intelligent Safety systems activated. There is a Attach one terminal clamp of the positive risk of accident.
Page 273 Breakdown assistance MOBILITY Steptronic transmission without ▷ Do not lift or secure the vehicle by its tow fitting, body parts, or suspension parts. xDrive: transporting the vehicle General information Steptronic transmission with The vehicle must not be towed if the front xDrive: transporting the vehicle wheels are touching the ground.
Page 274 Breakdown assistance MOBILITY Towing other vehicles ▷ Use nylon ropes or straps, which will enable the vehicle to be towed without jerking. General information ▷ Make sure the tow rope is not twisted when fastening. Switch on the hazard warning system, depend‐ ing on local regulations.
Page 275 Breakdown assistance MOBILITY Safety information NOTICE If the tow fitting is not used as intended, there may be damage to the vehicle or to the tow fit‐ ting. There is a risk of damage to property. Fol‐ low the notes on using the tow fitting. Screw thread for tow fitting Press on the mark on the edge of the cover to push it out.
Page 276: 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 277 There is a risk of damage to property. Do not switch General information ignition 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 278 Care MOBILITY Leather care not use abrasive cleaning agents or steam jets above 140 ℉/60 ℃. Follow the manufacturer's Remove dust from the leather regularly, using a instructions. cloth or vacuum cleaner. Aggressive, acidic or alkaline cleaning agents can Otherwise, particles of dust and road grime chafe destroy the protective layer of adjacent compo‐...
Page 279 Care MOBILITY Sensor/camera lenses Dampen the cloth lightly with water, if needed. Do not soak the roofliner. To clean sensors and camera lenses, use a cloth moistened with a small amount of glass deter‐ Safety belts gent. Displays/Screens/protective glass Warning of the Head-up Display Chemical cleansers can destroy the safety belt webbing.
Page 280: Reference
The specified heights do not take into account attached parts, for instance a roof antenna, roof BMW X1 Width with mirrors in/mm 81.1/2,060 Width without mirrors in/mm 71.7/1,821...
Page 281 Technical data REFERENCE Weights X1 sDrive28i Approved gross vehicle weight lbs/kg 4,575/2,075 Load lbs/kg 899/408 Approved front axle load lbs/kg 2,403/1,090 Approved rear axle load lbs/kg 2,282/1,035 X1 xDrive28i Approved gross vehicle weight lbs/kg 4,729/2,145 Load lbs/kg 899/408 Approved front axle load...
Page 282: Appendix
Appendix REFERENCE Appendix Any updates to the Owner's Manual of the vehi‐ cle are listed here. Updates made after the editorial deadline The following chapters were updated in the printed version of the Owner's Manual after the editorial deadline for the Integrated Owner's Manual in the vehicle had closed: ▷...
Page 283 Appendix REFERENCE Online Edition for Part no. 01402631131 - X/19...
Page 284: Everything From A To Z
Everything from A to Z REFERENCE Everything from A to Z Index Arrival time Ash tray Assistance, Roadside, see Roadside Assis‐ A/C button, see Air conditioning tance ABS, Antilock Brake System Assistance when driving off ACC, Active Cruise Control Audio, see Owner's Manual for Navigation, En‐ Acceleration Assistant, see Launch Control tertainment and Communication Accessories and parts...
Page 285 Blu-ray, see Owner's Handbook for Navigation, Cargo position, rear seat backrest Entertainment, Communication Cargo, stowing and securing BMW Assist, see Owner's Manual for Navigation, Carpet, care Entertainment and Communication Catalytic converter, see Hot exhaust gas sys‐ BMW Homepage, see Internet...
Page 286 Everything from A to Z REFERENCE Combination switch, see Turn signals Cruise control, active Combination switch, see Wiper sys‐ Cruise control with distance control, see Cam‐ tem 104, era-based cruise control, ACC Comfort Access Cruise control without distance control, see COMFORT program, driving dynamics Cruise control Communication, see Owner's Manual for Naviga‐...
Page 287 Everything from A to Z REFERENCE Downhill control, see HDC Hill Descent Con‐ Emergency Request trol Emergency service, see Roadside Assis‐ Drive-off assistant tance Drive-off assistant, see DSC Emergency unlocking, transmission lock Driver assistance, see Intelligent Safety Emergency wheel Driver profiles Energy control Driver profiles, exporting profiles Energy recovery...
Page 288 Everything from A to Z REFERENCE Failure message, see Check Control Garage door opener, see Integrated Universal False alarm, see Unintentional alarm Remote Control Fan, see Air flow 189, Gasoline Fastening safety belts, see Safety belts Gear shift indicator Fatigue alert General driving notes Filler neck for engine oil General settings...
Page 289 Everything from A to Z REFERENCE High beams, bulb replacement Intensity, AUTO program Hill Descent Control HDC Interior equipment Hills Interior lights Hill start assistant, see Drive-off assistant Interior lights during unlocking Holder for beverages Interior lights with the vehicle locked Homepage, see Internet Interior mirror Hood...
Page 290 M sports steering Maintenance requirements Multifunction steering wheel, buttons Maintenance, service notifications Multimedia, see Owner's Manual for Navigation, Maintenance system, BMW Entertainment and Communication Make-up mirror Music hard disk, see Owner's Handbook for Nav‐ Malfunction displays, see Check Control igation, Entertainment, Communication...
Page 291 Everything from A to Z REFERENCE Neutral cleaner, see Wheel cleaner Parking lights New wheels and tires Partition net Parts and accessories Passenger's side mirror, tilting downward Pathway lines, rearview camera PDC Park Distance Control OBD Onboard Diagnosis Performance Control OBD, see OBD Onboard Diagnosis Personal profile, see Driver profiles Obstacle marking, rearview camera...
Page 292 Everything from A to Z REFERENCE Remote control, see Vehicle key Seats, front Remote control, universal Seats, rear Remote services, app, see Owner's Handbook Securing cargo for Navigation, Entertainment, Communica‐ Selection list in instrument cluster tion Selector lever, see Steptronic transmission Replacing parts Sensors, care Replacing the battery, vehicle key...
Page 293 Everything from A to Z REFERENCE Speed warning Split screen Sport displays Tachometer SPORT program, driving dynamics Tailgate, automatic Sports steering Tailgate, closing with no-touch activation Stability control systems Tailgate opening Standard equipment Tailgate, opening with no-touch activation Start/stop, automatic function Tailgate via vehicle key Start/Stop button Tail lights...
Page 294 Everything from A to Z REFERENCE Traction control Vehicle care products TRACTION, driving dynamics Vehicle features and options Traffic bulletins, see Owner's Handbook for Navi‐ Vehicle identification number gation, Entertainment, Communication Vehicle jack Transmission lock, electronic unlocking Vehicle key/key Transmission lock, releasing manually Vehicle key, additional Transmission, Steptronic transmission Vehicle key, loss...
Page 295 Everything from A to Z REFERENCE Windows, powered Windshield washer fluid Windshield washer nozzles 106, Windshield washer system 104, Windshield washer system, see Washer/wiper system 104, Windshield wiper, see Wiper system 104, Winter storage, care Winter tires, suitable tires Winter tires, tread Wiper blades, replacing Wiper fluid Wiper, fold-away position 106,...
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