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BMW M3 SEDAN.
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  • Page 1 Content OWNER'S MANUAL. BMW M3 SEDAN. Online Edition for Part no. 01405A88034 - VI/23 OwnersManuals2.com...
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  • Page 3 The more familiar you are with the vehicle, the better control you will have on the road. We therefore strongly suggest the following: Read this Owner's Manual before starting off in your new BMW. Also use the Integrated Owner's Manual in the vehicle. It contains important notes on vehicle operation that will help you make full use of the technical features available in your BMW.

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    CONTROLS Dashboard ......................Sensors of the vehicle ..................Operating condition of the vehicle ..............BMW iDrive ......................BMW Remote Software Upgrade ..............Personal settings ....................Opening and closing ..................Seats, mirrors and steering wheel ..............Transporting children safely ................Driving .........................
  • Page 5 © 2023 Bayerische Motoren Werke Aktiengesellschaft Munich, Germany Reprinting, including excerpts, only with the written consent of BMW AG, Munich. US English ID8 VI/23, - Printed on environmentally friendly paper, bleached without chlorine, suitable for recycling. Online Edition for Part no. 01405A88034 - VI/23...

  • Page 6: Notes Information

    NOTES Information Information Using this Owner's Manual Media at a glance Orientation General information The fastest way to find information on a partic- The contents of the Owner's Manual are avail- ular topic is by using the index. able in various media formats. The following Owner's Manual media formats are available: For an overview of the vehicle, we recommend reading the Quick Reference Guide in the Own-...
  • Page 7 Selecting context help from a menu els. The BMW Driver’s Guide Web can be displayed in any current browser. Press and hold the desired menu item.
  • Page 8 NOTES Information ▷ First possibility. An authorized service center is happy to an- swer any questions that you may have about ▷ Second possibility. the features and options applicable to the vehi- cle. Icons on vehicle parts This symbol on a vehicle component Status of the Owner's indicates that further information on the component is available in the Owner's Manual.
  • Page 9 Warranty BMW parts and accessories have been tested by BMW for their safety and suitability in BMW The vehicle is technically configured for the vehicles. operating conditions and registration require- BMW warrants genuine BMW parts and acces- ments applicable in the country of first delivery, sories.
  • Page 10 California to cause cancer and birth defects Specifications for maintenance measures: or other reproductive harm. To minimize ex- ▷ BMW maintenance system. posure, avoid breathing exhaust, do not idle Maintenance, refer to page 330. the engine except as necessary, service the ▷...
  • Page 11 Information NOTES for instance driver assistance systems. Fur- ▷ Operating states of system components thermore, control units facilitate comfort or in- such as fill levels, tire pressure, battery sta- fotainment functions. tus. Information about stored or exchanged data ▷ Malfunctions and faults in important sys- can be requested from the manufacturer of the tem components, for instance lights and vehicle, in a separate booklet, for example.
  • Page 12 NOTES Information Data entry and data transfer into transferred to the mobile devices at the same time. Depending on the type of incorporation, the vehicle this includes, for instance, position data and other general vehicle information. This opti- General information mizes the way in which selected apps, for in- Depending on the vehicle equipment, comfort stance navigation or music playback, work.
  • Page 13 Information NOTES legal permission, contractual arrangement or EDR data is recorded by the vehicle only if a consent. It is also possible to activate or deac- nontrivial crash situation occurs; no data is re- tivate the data connection as a whole. This ex- corded by the EDR under normal driving condi- cludes functions and services required by law tions and no personal data, for instance name,...
  • Page 14 National Highway Traffic Safety Adminis- tration (NHTSA), in addition to notifying BMW of North America, LLC, P.O. Box 1227, West- wood, New Jersey 07675-1227, Telephone 1-800-831-1117.
  • Page 15 Information NOTES fect Investigations and Recalls, may call the toll-free hotline 1-800-333-0510. You can also obtain other information about motor vehicle safety from http://www.tc.gc.ca/roadsafety. Online Edition for Part no. 01405A88034 - VI/23 OwnersManuals2.com...

  • Page 16: Quick Reference

    QUICK REFERENCE Getting in Getting in Opening and closing Locking with the vehicle key Close the driver's door. Vehicle key Press the button on the vehicle key. All vehicle access points are locked. Buttons for the central locking system Overview Buttons on the vehicle key.
  • Page 17 Getting in QUICK REFERENCE Panic mode Closing the cargo area automatically You can trigger the alarm system if you find yourself in a dangerous situation. ▷ Press the button on the vehicle key and hold for at least 3 seconds. ▷...
  • Page 18 6 Assistance systems wheel briefly. Say the command. BMW iDrive Canceling voice control Principle BMW iDrive is the vehicle’s display and oper- ▷ Press the button on the steering ating concept and includes a wide range of wheel again. functions.
  • Page 19 Getting in QUICK REFERENCE ▷ Slide the Controller to the right or left. ▷ Press the Controller. Online Edition for Part no. 01405A88034 - VI/23 OwnersManuals2.com...

  • Page 20: Set-Up And Use

    QUICK REFERENCE Set-up and use Set-up and use Seats, mirrors and steering Adjusting the distance wheel The distance to the back of the head is ad- justed via the backrest inclination. Adjusting seats Adjusting the exterior mirrors Backrest width Icon Meaning 2 Height/longitudinal direction/seat tilt Fold the exterior mirror in and out.
  • Page 21 Set-up and use QUICK REFERENCE Infotainment red height and angle to suit your seat posi- tion. Fold the lever back up. Navigation destination input Memory function Navigation menu "Destination input" Principle A search box and entered information such as the search history are displayed. The following settings can be stored and, if necessary, retrieved using the memory func- Select the desired entry or the search box.
  • Page 22 QUICK REFERENCE Set-up and use Using the mobile phone "Dial number" Enter the numbers. General information Select the icon. The connection is es- After the mobile phone is connected once to tablished via the mobile phone to which this the vehicle, the mobile phone can be operated function has been assigned.

  • Page 23: On The Road

    On the road QUICK REFERENCE On the road Driving The engine starts automatically under the fol- lowing preconditions: Manual transmission: Drive-ready state ▷ By pressing the clutch pedal. Turning on the drive-ready state M Steptronic Sport transmission: ▷ By releasing the brake pedal. ▷...
  • Page 24 QUICK REFERENCE On the road ▷ Center position, forward position. The LED and the indicator light go out. ▷ - Downshifting, manual. The parking brake is released. ▷ + Upshifting, manual. Parking ▷ D/S Drive mode or sequential mode. To prevent the vehicle from creeping after Make sure the parking brake is engaged.
  • Page 25 On the road QUICK REFERENCE Window wiper system ▷ High beams on, arrow 1. The high beams illuminate when the low Turning on window wiper system beams are switched on. ▷ High beams off/headlight flasher, arrow 2. Lights and lighting Buttons in the vehicle Icon Function...
  • Page 26 QUICK REFERENCE On the road Climate control Activating/deactivating rain sensor Climate control functions Functions in the Climate menu Icon Function Automatic program. Enable: press lever up once from the 0 posi- Temperature. tion, arrow 1. Disable: press lever back into the 0 position. Air conditioning.
  • Page 27 On the road QUICK REFERENCE Intermediate stop Buttons, automatic climate control Refueling Fuel cap To open the fuel filler flap, press on the rear edge, arrow. The fuel filler flap opens. Icon Function Defrost function. Rear window defroster. Turn the fuel cap counterclockwise. Buttons, rear automatic climate control Place the fuel cap in the bracket attached to the fuel filler flap.
  • Page 28 Displaying the engine oil level Apps menu ConnectedDrive "Vehicle" "Vehicle status" BMW Assistance "Engine oil level" Contact BMW Assistance for information and The engine oil level is displayed. support for all aspects of the vehicle. Adding engine oil Apps menu "All apps" General information "BMW Assist"...
  • Page 29 A voice connection is established. BMW Teleservices Teleservices are services that help to maintain vehicle mobility. Teleservices can comprise the following serv- ices: ▷ BMW Roadside Assistance. ▷ BMW Accident Assistance. ▷ Teleservice Call. ▷ An authorized service center. Online Edition for Part no. 01405A88034 - VI/23...

  • Page 30: Dashboard

    CONTROLS Dashboard Dashboard Vehicle features and options available, or may become available in the fu- ture, even if they are not present in the vehicle. Additional information: This chapter describes model-specific equip- ment, systems, and functions that are currently Vehicle equipment, refer to page 8. In the vicinity of the steering wheel Safety switch 5 Seating comfort features...
  • Page 31 Dashboard CONTROLS Automatic headlight control With Steering Assistant 224: Adaptive lighting functions Cruise Control, Distance Control and lane guidance on/off Automatic High Beam Assistant Low-beam headlights Cruise Control: store the speed Speed Limit Assistant: accept Instrument lighting suggested speed Interrupt or continue cruise control Right roadside parking light Active Cruise Control: increase Left roadside parking light...
  • Page 32 CONTROLS Dashboard Steering wheel heating 14 Wiper lever 17 Adjusting the steering wheel Wipers Unlocking the hood Rain sensor Opening and closing cargo area Cleaning the windshield 20 Fold-out compartment Horn, entire surface In the vicinity of the center console Control display Hazard warning system 2 Ventilation...
  • Page 33 Dashboard CONTROLS Defrost function Turning the drive-ready state on/off Rear window defroster Auto Start/Stop function Radio/multimedia, see Owner's Manual for Parking assistance systems Navigation, Entertainment, and Communi- cation Panorama view Adjusting the volume Dynamic Stability Control Station/title forward Station/title back 10 Manual transmission: gearshift lever M Steptronic Sport transmission: selector lever...
  • Page 34 CONTROLS Dashboard In the vicinity of the headliner Emergency Call, SOS Reading lights Operating the electric glass sun- Interior lights roof Indicator light, front passenger airbag Online Edition for Part no. 01405A88034 - VI/23 OwnersManuals2.com...

  • Page 35: Sensors Of The Vehicle

    Sensors of the vehicle CONTROLS Sensors of the vehicle Vehicle features and options Cameras This chapter describes model-specific equip- Front camera ment, systems, and functions that are currently available, or may become available in the fu- ture, even if they are not present in the vehicle. Additional information: Vehicle equipment, refer to page 8.
  • Page 36 CONTROLS Sensors of the vehicle Top view cameras ▷ When the camera field of view is covered, for instance by a fogged up windshield or labels. ▷ If the camera lens is dirty or damaged. ▷ With exterior mirrors folded in. ▷...
  • Page 37 Sensors of the vehicle CONTROLS Front radar sensor Functional requirement of the radar sensors The areas of the radar sensors are clean and clear. Additional information: ▷ Washing the vehicle, refer to page 344. ▷ Vehicle care, refer to page 345. System limits of the radar sensors The function of the radar sensors may be re- The front radar sensor is located in the front...
  • Page 38 CONTROLS Sensors of the vehicle Ultrasonic sensors Functional requirement of the ultrasonic sensors Ultrasonic sensors, front The areas of the ultrasonic sensors are clean and clear. Additional information: ▷ Washing the vehicle, refer to page 344. ▷ Vehicle care, refer to page 345. System limits of the ultrasonic sensors The detection of objects with ultrasonic meas-...
  • Page 39 Sensors of the vehicle CONTROLS ▷ In the case of objects with fine surfaces or structures, e.g., wire mesh fences. ▷ For objects with porous surfaces. ▷ With small and low objects, for instance boxes. ▷ Low objects already displayed, for instance curbs, can be outside of the detection ranges of the sensors.

  • Page 40: Operating Condition Of The Vehicle

    CONTROLS Operating condition of the vehicle Operating condition of the vehicle Vehicle features and options ▷ Set the parking brake. ▷ On uphill grades or on downhill slopes, turn the front wheels in the direction of This chapter describes model-specific equip- the curb.
  • Page 41 Operating condition of the vehicle CONTROLS Manually setting to standby In some situations, the idle state is not set au- tomatically, for instance during a phone call or when the low beams are switched on. General information Standby can be switched back on after the ve- Establishing idle state when hicle is automatically set to idle state.
  • Page 42 CONTROLS Operating condition of the vehicle Safety information Turning on the drive-ready state General information DANGER Drive-ready state is switched on If the exhaust pipe is blocked or ventilation is via the Start/Stop button. insufficient, harmful exhaust gases can pene- trate the vehicle.
  • Page 43 Operating condition of the vehicle CONTROLS M Steptronic Sport transmission: Engage selector lever position P with the vehicle stopped. Set the parking brake. Press the Start/Stop button. The engine is switched off. The vehicle switches into standby state. Online Edition for Part no. 01405A88034 - VI/23 OwnersManuals2.com...

  • Page 44: Bmw Idrive

    The main menu is divided into different areas. Display and operating Overview concept Principle BMW iDrive is the vehicle’s display and oper- ating concept and includes a wide range of functions. General information Depending on vehicle equipment, the functions Menu bar...
  • Page 45 BMW iDrive CONTROLS Status information ▷ "Vehicle": Only vehicle adjustment func- tions are displayed. General information ▷ "Recently used": The most recently used apps are displayed. The status field can be found in the upper area of the control display. Status information is dis- Media menu played in the form of icons.
  • Page 46 Sound output deactivated. Selecting the menu item enables or disables the function. Activation word active. Icon Meaning BMW ID or driver profile. Function is activated. Destination guidance active. Function is deactivated. Go to quick access. Wireless charging active. Enabling/disabling audible feedback Park Distance Control: sound active.
  • Page 47 Activating/deactivating pop-ups For some functions, pop-ups are displayed Principle automatically on the control display. Some of The BMW Curved Display is a single-screen these pop-ups can be activated or deactivated. display in the instrument panel that is curved Apps menu towards the driver.
  • Page 48 CONTROLS BMW iDrive Control display Switching the control display on/off automatically Principle The control display is turned on automatically when the vehicle is unlocked or as soon as the The iDrive functions are displayed on the con- control display is needed for operation.
  • Page 49 BMW iDrive CONTROLS Controller Operation ▷ Rotate the Controller to switch between menu options, for example. Principle The Controller can be used to select menu items and enter the settings. The buttons can be used to open the menus directly.
  • Page 50 CONTROLS BMW iDrive Selecting menu items Using alphabetical lists Turn the Controller until the desired menu For alphabetical lists with more than 30 en- item is highlighted. tries, the letters for which an entry exists can be displayed in a text box.
  • Page 51 BMW iDrive CONTROLS Entering special characters You can tap on menu items and widgets. Touch the control display with your fingers. Do not use any objects. Function Operation Delete a charac- Swipe to the left on the Opening the main menu ter.
  • Page 52 "Add to shortcuts": define menu item as Assistant shortcut. Entering letters and numbers Principle The BMW Intelligent Personal Assistant is a Input personal assistant that enables natural voice If necessary, tap the icon or control operation of various vehicle functions. The display.
  • Page 53 In addition to the preset activation word, a wheel briefly. personal activation word can be set up with The microphone on the driver's side is ac- an active BMW ID or a driver profile. The per- tive. sonal activation word can also be changed or ▷...
  • Page 54 ›Help‹: have tips and example commands party providers can be used in addition to your for voice control announced. preset or personal activation word from BMW. ▷ Additional example commands for the cur- rent context are displayed in the widget of Apps menu the BMW Intelligent Personal Assistant.
  • Page 55 "System settings" Example command: ›How can the passenger "Voice control" airbag be deactivated?‹ "Personal Assistant (BMW)" The Personal Assistant returns feedback. When stationary, the section of the integrated "Speaking during voice output" Owner's Manual is displayed on the control display.
  • Page 56 "System settings" cle. "Voice control" Functional requirements "Long press" Select the desired setting. ▷ A BMW ID or driver profile is activated. ▷ An active Amazon account must exist. Online Edition for Part no. 01405A88034 - VI/23 OwnersManuals2.com...
  • Page 57 Certain noises can be detected and may Amazon Alexa Car Integration is activated in lead to problems. Keep the doors and win- the vehicle and My BMW app if necessary. dows closed. Follow the instructions from the Amazon Alexa ▷...
  • Page 58 CONTROLS BMW iDrive Safety information warranted, stop and use the systems and de- vices while the vehicle is stationary. Warning Overview Operating the integrated information systems and communication devices while driving can The following overview shows possible func- distract from surrounding traffic. It is possi- tions and the suitable connection types for ble to lose control of the vehicle.

  • Page 59: Bmw Remote Software Upgrade

    Functional requirement General information Standby must be turned on to search for a Remote Software Upgrade. BMW recommends performing the Remote Software Upgrade as soon as it becomes Automatic search available. The vehicle regularly searches for updates in the background.
  • Page 60 Display in the ConnectedDrive customer portal: Download the upgrade using the My BMW www.bmw-connecteddrive.com. App on your smartphone. Follow the instructions in the My BMW App. Installing the upgrade Connect your smartphone to the vehicle via Bluetooth audio and Wi-Fi.
  • Page 61 BMW Remote Software Upgrade CONTROLS Installing immediately ▷ The vehicle cannot be used during the in- stallation. The upgrade can be installed immediately ▷ The vehicle can be exited during the instal- when all prerequisites have been met. lation. Apps menu "All apps"...
  • Page 62 CONTROLS BMW Remote Software Upgrade ▷ Alarm system. ▷ Emergency call. ▷ Power windows. ▷ Glass sunroof. ▷ Checking the fuel filler flap lock. ▷ Operate the tailgate or trunk lid. The driver's door can be locked and unlocked from the outside using the integrated key.

  • Page 63: Personal Settings

    Login accounts. The vehicle offers different services, whose ▷ Digital key. use requires a data transfer to BMW or a serv- ice provider. Altogether, the deletion of the data can take up to 15 minutes. In addition, the vehicle is re-...
  • Page 64 If a vehicle is used by several people, each per- The welcome is neutral. An option to add a son can use their own BMW ID in the vehicle. If BMW ID or create a driver profile is offered. a BMW ID is activated, the settings stored for it are applied to the vehicle.
  • Page 65 My BMW app vehicle. The BMW ID must then be confirmed on the control display in the corresponding ve- If a BMW ID has been added to a vehicle, the hicle. vehicle is automatically added to the My BMW App. This means that My BMW App functions Adding the BMW ID can be used for this vehicle.
  • Page 66 The primary user is the person who first adds The digital key that is recognized in the ve- their BMW ID to the vehicle and first adds the hicle interior is assigned to the BMW ID or vehicle to their My BMW App. Alternatively, the the driver profile.
  • Page 67 Personal settings CONTROLS Guest profile If no BMW ID and no driver profile are as- signed to this key, the guest profile is acti- The guest profile can be activated and vated. changed by anyone. In the following cases the guest profile is auto-...
  • Page 68 Tap the icon or personal picture in the status bar. Transfer of the vehicle key "Settings" A vehicle key that is assigned to a BMW ID or "Manage profile picture" a driver profile can be used to view or change "Select profile picture"...
  • Page 69 Personal settings CONTROLS The use of personal settings that are stored for a BMW ID in other vehicles is subject to techni- cal limitations. For example, settings may be stored for a system that is not available, or available in a non-compatible version, in other vehicles.

  • Page 70: Opening And Closing

    Depending on the equipment and national- market version, various settings are possible Unlock. for the button functions. A BMW ID or a driver profile with personal set- Lock. tings can be assigned to a vehicle key. Stationary climate control, refer to To provide information on maintenance rec- page 262.
  • Page 71 If the lost vehicle key has an assigned BMW ID or driver profile, the connection to this vehicle key must be deleted. A new vehicle key can then be assigned to the BMW ID or driver pro- file.
  • Page 72 CONTROLS Opening and closing in it. Do not leave babies, toddlers or animals Use the thumb for counter support to pre- alone in the vehicle. vent the cover cap from falling out of the door handle. Removing the integrated key Press the button, arrow 1, and pull out the integrated key, arrow 2.
  • Page 73 Opening and closing CONTROLS Overview It is not possible to switch on the drive-ready state if the vehicle key has not been detected. Proceed as follows in this case: Hold the rear of the vehicle key against the mark on the steering column. Pay attention to the display in the instrument cluster.
  • Page 74 Warning cuted: For some national-market versions, unlock- ▷ If a BMW ID or a driver profile was assigned ing from the inside is only possible with par- to the vehicle key, this BMW ID or driver ticular knowledge. profile will be activated.
  • Page 75 Opening and closing CONTROLS On the external door handle ▷ The locking of the vehicle can be confirmed with a light signal or a sound signal. Principle ▷ Depending on vehicle equipment, the exte- rior mirrors can be folded in automatically The vehicle can be accessed without operating when locking.
  • Page 76 CONTROLS Opening and closing for approx. 1 second without gripping the If the vehicle key is located in the unlocking handle. zone for an extended period of time without movement, the vehicle will be locked automati- cally. If a passenger is detected in the front passen- ger seat during locking and the seat belt of the front passenger is engaged in the seat belt buckle during locking:...
  • Page 77 It may not be possible to open the cargo area when the vehicle is in valet parking mode. Additional information: Additional information: BMW Digital Key, refer to page 81. Valet parking mode, refer to page 84. Online Edition for Part no. 01405A88034 - VI/23 OwnersManuals2.com...
  • Page 78 CONTROLS Opening and closing Safety information On the trunk General information Warning With Comfort Access, the cargo area can be Body parts can be jammed when operating accessed without activating the vehicle key. the trunk lid. There is a risk of injury. Make The key is automatically detected near the ve- sure that the travel path of the trunk lid is hicle.
  • Page 79 Opening and closing CONTROLS Interruption of the opening Closing the cargo area automatically procedure The opening procedure is interrupted in the following situations: ▷ When the vehicle starts moving. ▷ By pressing the button on the outside of the cargo area. Pressing it again closes the cargo area again.
  • Page 80 Malfunction General information In the event of an electrical malfunction, oper- When the BMW Digital Key is activated for the ate the unlocked trunk lid manually with a slow vehicle, a digital key can be used instead of the and smooth motion.
  • Page 81 BMW Digital Key Deactivating Key Card Apps menu Principle "Vehicle" "Doors and windows" BMW Digital Key allows the vehicle to be un- "Digital Key" locked and locked, as well as started, with a compatible smartphone. "Key Card" "Deactivate Key Card"...
  • Page 82 Deleted digital keys cannot be restored. You can begin the authorization process us- Deleting the main digital key ing the My BMW app or using your activation code in the corresponding smartphone func- The main digital key can be deleted from the tion, e.g., the Wallet app.
  • Page 83 Ensure that the display is facing up. Close the cover of the smartphone tray. Resetting the function Press the Start/Stop button to turn on the To reset the BMW Digital Key function, an au- drive-ready state. thorized vehicle key must be located in the ve- hicle.
  • Page 84 Vehicle settings cannot be changed via Locking the vehicle iDrive. ▷ Settings stored to a BMW ID or guest pro- Press the button in the driver's door file cannot be changed. or front passengers door with the front doors closed.
  • Page 85 The entire vehicle is unlocked. from the central locking system. If necessary, "PIN" Touchless unlocking/locking If the active BMW ID does not have an as- Apps menu signed PIN, this PIN must be set now. The "Vehicle" PIN is needed to deactivate the valet park- "Doors and windows"...
  • Page 86 CONTROLS Opening and closing Cargo area After drive-ready state is switched off, the locked vehicle is unlocked automatically by pressing the start/stop button or engaging se- Cargo area and doors lector lever position P. Apps menu "Vehicle" Automatic locking "Doors and windows" Apps menu "Tailgate"...
  • Page 87 The indicator light flashes for approx. vehicle is locked from a greater distance with 10 seconds, then flashes briefly every the My BMW App or manually from the inside. 2 seconds: The alarm system is switched off as soon as Interior motion sensor and tilt alarm sensor the vehicle is unlocked.
  • Page 88 When a window is frequently opened to the Avoiding unintentional alarms same position, this task can be performed by the BMW Intelligent Personal Assistant. This is General information useful if you frequently use the same parking garage, for example.
  • Page 89 Opening and closing CONTROLS Closing the windows In addition to locking, the windows and glass sunroof with sun protection will be closed. With Comfort Access: press and hold Depending on the vehicle equipment, exterior the button on the vehicle key after lock- mirrors are folded in unless they were folded ing.
  • Page 90 CONTROLS Opening and closing The window closes while the switch is be- The window closes with limited jam protec- ing held. tion. If the closing force exceeds a specific threshold, closing is interrupted. ▷ Pull the switch beyond the resist- ance point.
  • Page 91 Opening and closing CONTROLS Glass sunroof Functional prerequisite Carry the vehicle key with you, for instance in your pants pocket. Safety information Closing glass sunroof Warning Body parts can be jammed when operating the glass sunroof. There is a risk of injury. Make sure that the area of movement of the glass sunroof is clear during opening and closing.
  • Page 92 CONTROLS Opening and closing Overview closed or in the tilted position, the sun pro- tection closes. Button in the vehicle ▷ Slide the switch back past the resistance point. The sun protection opens automatically. If the sun protection is already fully open, the glass sunroof opens automatically.
  • Page 93 Opening and closing CONTROLS Anti-trap mechanism Principle The jam protection prevents objects or body parts from becoming jammed between the Close all doors. roof frame and glass sunroof while the glass sunroof is closing. Switch on drive-ready state or stop a mov- ing vehicle.
  • Page 94 CONTROLS Opening and closing ▷ If the glass sunroof is closed, it opens then closes again. ▷ If the glass sunroof is open, it first closes, then opens and closes again. ▷ The sun protection is initialized in the closed position. Initialization is complete once the glass sun- roof and the sun protection have opened then closed again.

  • Page 95: Seats, Mirrors And Steering Wheel

    Seats, mirrors and steering wheel CONTROLS Seats, mirrors and steering wheel Vehicle features and options Warning With a backrest inclined too far to the rear, This chapter describes model-specific equip- the protective effect of the seat belt can no ment, systems, and functions that are currently longer be ensured.
  • Page 96 General information The seat setting for the driver's seat is stored in the active BMW ID or in the active driver profile. If the BMW ID or the driver profile is reactivated at a later time, the saved position will be called up automatically.
  • Page 97 Seats, mirrors and steering wheel CONTROLS Thigh support Adjusting the backrest width ▷ Press the front section of the but- Sport seat ton: The backrest width decreases. ▷ Press the rear section of the button: The backrest width increases. Calibrating the front seats General information As soon as the electric seat setting no longer Pull the lever at the front of the seat and push...
  • Page 98 CONTROLS Seats, mirrors and steering wheel Seat belts ries, for instance in the event of an accident, braking or evasive maneuvers. There is a risk of injury or danger to life. Make sure that all General information occupants are wearing seat belts correctly. The vehicle is fitted with five seat belts to en- sure occupant safety.
  • Page 99 Seats, mirrors and steering wheel CONTROLS ▷ Avoid thick clothing. Release buckle tongue from the fixture on ▷ Re-tighten the seat belt frequently upward the rear shelf. around your upper body area. Insert the lower buckle tongue in the belt lock, arrow 1.
  • Page 100 CONTROLS Seats, mirrors and steering wheel Display in the instrument cluster "Rear Occupant Alert" Select the desired setting. The indicator light in the instrument cluster illu- minates after turning on the drive-ready state Safety mode when the seat belt reminder is active. A Check Control message is displayed where Depending on vehicle equipment, the driver applicable.
  • Page 101 Seats, mirrors and steering wheel CONTROLS Adjusting the height: M Sport seat Warning Body parts can be jammed when moving the head restraint. There is a risk of injury. Make sure that the area of movement is clear when moving the head restraint. Warning Objects on the head restraint reduce the pro- Press switch up or down.
  • Page 102 CONTROLS Seats, mirrors and steering wheel Folding down the head restraints ▷ Before driving, install the removed head restraints on the occupied seats. ▷ Adjust the head restraint so its center supports the back of the head at as close to eye level as possible. ▷...
  • Page 103 Adjust the exterior mirrors. more curved than the driver's side mirror. The exterior mirror adjustment is stored in the active BMW ID or in the active driver profile. If Select exterior mirror, Automatic Curb the BMW ID or the driver profile is reactivated Monitor.
  • Page 104 CONTROLS Seats, mirrors and steering wheel ▷ In car washes. Photocells are used for control: ▷ On narrow roads. ▷ In the mirror glass. Exterior mirrors that were folded in are folded ▷ On the rear of the mirror. out automatically at a speed of approx. Overview 25 mph/40 km/h.
  • Page 105 Seats, mirrors and steering wheel CONTROLS Manual steering wheel adjustment Manual transmission: electric steering wheel lock Warning With activated steering wheel locking, the ve- hicle cannot be steered. There is a risk of accident. Before moving the vehicle, switch on the standby state. The steering wheel automatically locks when Fold the lever down completely.
  • Page 106 CONTROLS Seats, mirrors and steering wheel Seat climate control Warning There is a danger of jamming when moving Various climate control functions are available the seats. There is a risk of injury or risk for the seats. of damage to property. Make sure that the Additional information: travel path of the seat is clear prior to any Climate control, refer to page 253.

  • Page 107: Transporting Children Safely

    Transporting children safely CONTROLS Transporting children safely Vehicle features and options Warning Exposure to intense sunlight can cause child This chapter describes model-specific equip- restraint systems and their components to ment, systems, and functions that are currently become very hot. Persons may sustain burn available, or may become available in the fu- injuries when touching the hot components.
  • Page 108 CONTROLS Transporting children safely Safety information shorter than 5 ft/150 cm using suitable child restraint systems. Warning Children on the front passenger The protective effect of child restraint sys- seat tems and their fastening systems which have been damaged or exposed to an accident General information can be limited or lost.
  • Page 109 Transporting children safely CONTROLS Child seat security are deactivated and that the PASSENGER AIRBAG OFF indicator light illuminates. Before installing a child restraint system in the front passenger seat, make sure that the front, knee and side airbags on the passenger's side are deactivated.
  • Page 110 CONTROLS Transporting children safely Mounts for lower anchors Position General information Icon Meaning The lower anchors may be used to attach the The corresponding icon shows CRS to the vehicle seat up to a combined child the mounts for the lower and CRS weight of 65 lbs/30 kg when the child LATCH anchors.
  • Page 111 Transporting children safely CONTROLS Safety information Attachment points for upper retaining strap Warning Icon Meaning If the upper retaining strap is incorrectly used The respective icon shows the for the child restraint system, the protective attachment point for the upper effect is reduced.
  • Page 112 CONTROLS Transporting children safely Safety switch for rear Attach the hook of the retaining strap to the attachment point. Tighten the retaining strap. Locking the doors and windows in the rear General information In certain situations it may be advisable to se- Press the button on the driver's door.

  • Page 113: Driving

    Driving CONTROLS Driving Vehicle features and options Auto Start/Stop function This chapter describes model-specific equip- Principle ment, systems, and functions that are currently The Auto Start/Stop function helps save fuel. available, or may become available in the fu- The system switches off the engine during a ture, even if they are not present in the vehicle.
  • Page 114 CONTROLS Driving ▷ Depress the brake pedal forcefully again ▷ The wheels are at a sharp angle or the from the current pedal position. steering wheel is being turned. ▷ Engage selector lever position P. ▷ Vehicle battery is heavily discharged. When all functional preconditions are fulfilled, ▷...
  • Page 115 Driving CONTROLS System limits Via iDrive Even if driving off was not intended, the deac- Apps menu tivated engine starts up automatically in the "Vehicle" following situations: "Driving settings" ▷ With excessive warming of the interior "Drivetrain and chassis" when cooling is turned on. "Auto Start/Stop"...
  • Page 116 CONTROLS Driving Automatic deactivation Shift pattern In certain situations, the Auto Start/Stop func- tion is deactivated automatically for safety rea- sons, for instance if no driver is detected. Malfunction The Auto Start/Stop function no longer switches off the engine automatically. A Check Control message is displayed.
  • Page 117 Driving CONTROLS M Steptronic Sport Selector lever functions transmission Icon Function DriveLogic modes. General information Reverse gear. The M Steptronic Sport transmission is oper- ated via the selector lever or the two shift pad- Neutral. dles on the steering wheel. Center position, forward posi- The following functions are available: tion.
  • Page 118 CONTROLS Driving Selector lever position P is engaged automati- lever in the required direction. The selector cally in situations such as the following: lever automatically returns to the center posi- tion when released. ▷ After the drive-ready state or standby state is switched off and selector lever position In selector lever position R, the selector lever D/S or R is engaged.
  • Page 119 Driving CONTROLS Engage selector lever position N. Drive mode is activated. The engaged gear is displayed in the instrument cluster along with a Switch off drive-ready state. D, e.g., 1 D. In this way, standby state remains switched on, and a Check Control message is dis- Deactivating Drive mode played.
  • Page 120 CONTROLS Driving Sequential mode is activated. The engaged Permanent sequential mode gear is displayed in the instrument cluster, e.g., Sequential mode remains permanently active if it was active before the shift paddle was actu- ated. Deactivating sequential mode Switching to Drive mode Push the selector lever out of the center po- sition in the D/S direction.
  • Page 121 Driving CONTROLS Displays in the instrument cluster If necessary, deactivate Automatic Hold. Engage selector lever position D/S or R. Drive mode Release brake. ▷ Engaged gear together with In 1st and 2nd gear and in reverse, the vehicle a D, arrow 1. rolls at minimum speed.
  • Page 122 CONTROLS Driving Selecting a DriveLogic program Display in the instrument cluster The DriveLogic program se- Via the rocker switch on the selector lever lected corresponds to the num- ber of illuminated fields. Electronic unlocking of the transmission lock General information Unlock the transmission lock electroni- Press the rocker switch repeatedly until cally, e.g., to maneuver the vehicle out of a...
  • Page 123 Driving CONTROLS Launch Control The starting engine speed adjusts. With sufficiently high starting torque, the Launch Control is active. Principle An appropriate Check Control message is Launch Control enables optimum acceleration displayed. on roads with good traction under dry sur- Disengage the clutch quickly within approx.
  • Page 124 CONTROLS Driving Repeated use during a trip ▷ Set the parking brake. ▷ On uphill grades or on downhill slopes, After Launch Control has been used, it is turn the front wheels in the direction of necessary to drive a certain distance before the curb.
  • Page 125 Driving CONTROLS Setting the parking brake M Steptronic Sport transmission: With a stationary vehicle press the switch while the brake is de- pressed or selector lever position P is set. Pull the switch. The LED and the indicator light go out. The LED illuminates.
  • Page 126 CONTROLS Driving M Steptronic Sport Warning transmission: Automatic Unattended children or animals in the vehicle Hold can cause the vehicle to move and endanger themselves and traffic, for example, due to the following actions: Principle ▷ Pressing the Start/Stop button. Automatic Hold assists the driver by automati- ▷...
  • Page 127 Driving CONTROLS Activating Automatic Hold Deactivate Automatic Hold Turn on drive-ready state. Press the button. The LED goes out. Press the button. The indicator light goes out. The LED illuminates. The indicator light illuminates green. Automatic Hold is switched off. Automatic Hold is activated.
  • Page 128 CONTROLS Driving Sound control Programs Program Response characteristics Principle "EFFICIENT" Efficient, comfortable. Mini- The sound control function changes the sound mal consumption. characteristics of the exhaust system. Ideal, for instance in city traf- fic or on snow. General information "SPORT" Sporty, dynamic.
  • Page 129 Driving CONTROLS is turned on or an LED will illuminate in the button. Via iDrive Sound control settings can be configured in M Setup. Additional information: M Setup, refer to page 195. Online Edition for Part no. 01405A88034 - VI/23 OwnersManuals2.com...

  • Page 130: Displays

    CONTROLS Displays Displays Vehicle features and options M MODE, refer to page 197. Safety information This chapter describes model-specific equip- ment, systems, and functions that are currently available, or may become available in the fu- Warning ture, even if they are not present in the vehicle. If the displays on the instrument cluster fail, Additional information: do not use the vehicle.
  • Page 131 Displays CONTROLS Operating elements on the steering wheel Operating Function element Display the menu bar on the instrument cluster. Press the corresponding arrow Speedometer key to move the selection. 2 Driver assistance systems Parking assistance systems Turn knurled wheel: scroll se- lection up or down.
  • Page 132 "Live Vehicle" wheel and windshield. "Content" Select the desired setting. Displayable information The following information is displayed on the BMW Head-up display Head-up display depending on the driving mode selected: ▷ Vehicle speed. Principle ▷...
  • Page 133 Displays CONTROLS Configuring a view Setting the view The views for the Head-up display can be set Additional settings can be applied depending independently of the display on the instrument on the driving mode selected and the Head-up cluster, e.g., a reduced view. display configuration.
  • Page 134 CONTROLS Displays Check Control "Check Control" Select the desired text message. Principle Display The Check Control system monitors functions A Check Control message is displayed in the in the vehicle and notifies you of faults in the instrument cluster as a text message with an monitored systems.
  • Page 135 Displays CONTROLS Red lights Emergency Stop Assistant The Emergency Stop Assistant is trig- Seat belt reminder gered. Seat belt on the driver's seat is not Additional information: buckled. Emergency Stop Assistant, refer to page 184. Additional information: Seat belt reminder, refer to page 99. Pedestrian Warning Warning light illuminates: risk of colli- Airbag system...
  • Page 136 CONTROLS Displays detected. Immediately initiate braking or an Active Cruise Control with Distance Control, re- evasive maneuver. fer to page 214. Additional information: Steering Assistant Intersection Collision Warning with city braking function, refer to page 174. Depending on national-market version: The warning light flashes or illumi- Intersection Collision Warning: vehicle nates.
  • Page 137 Displays CONTROLS Steering Assistant ▷ Dynamic Stability Control, refer to page 200. Warning light illuminates and acoustic ▷ M Dynamic Mode, refer to page 201. signal may sound: A system interrup- tion is imminent. Flat tire monitor Warning light flashes: Lane boundary has been crossed.
  • Page 138 CONTROLS Displays Steering system M Traction Control The steering system may not be op- Indicator light flashes: M Traction Con- erational. trol level is changed. Have the vehicle checked by an author- Additional information: ized service center or another qualified service M Traction Control, refer to page 203.
  • Page 139 Displays CONTROLS Lane departure warning Cruise Control Depending on vehicle equipment and The system is active. national-market version: Additional information: The indicator light illuminates: the sys- Cruise control, refer to page 211. tem is switched on. At least one lane boundary has been detected on one side of the vehicle.
  • Page 140 CONTROLS Displays Steering Assistant, refer to page 224. Additional information: Assisted Driving Mode Plus, refer to page 228. Lane Change Assistant: lane change in progress Blue lights Arrow icon for lane change green: the High beams system carries out a lane change. Additional information: High beams have been switched on.
  • Page 141 Displays CONTROLS M Traction Control until you actively resume control by pressing on the brake pedal or accelerator pedal. M Traction Control level display. Additional information: Additional information: Active Cruise Control with Distance Control, re- M Traction Control, refer to page 203. fer to page 214.
  • Page 142 CONTROLS Displays Displaying and using the list Turn the knurled wheel to select a radio station. The selection lists can be displayed and op- Press the knurled wheel to confirm the se- erated using the operating elements on the lected radio station. steering wheel.
  • Page 143 Displays CONTROLS Tachometer Engine oil temperature ▷ Cold engine: the bar display General information is in the blue temperature The engine has a permissible speed range. range. Excessive speeds are indicated by a yellow Drive at moderate RPM and prewarning field and a red warning field. The vehicle speeds.
  • Page 144 CONTROLS Displays Outside temperature Shift lights in the instrument cluster General information If the indicator drops to +37℉/+3℃ or lower, a signal sounds. A Check Control message is displayed. There is an increased risk of ice on roads. Safety information The shift lights are displayed on the instrument cluster in all driving modes.
  • Page 145 Displays CONTROLS ▷ Reduced display. A menu bar is displayed in the instrument cluster. ▷ Trip data, refer to page 145. "CONTENT" ▷ Assisted View, refer to page 147. Select the menu using the arrow buttons on ▷ Navigation system route preview. the steering wheel where applicable.
  • Page 146 CONTROLS Displays "Live Vehicle" The trip data is displayed. "Content" "Trip data" Display in the instrument cluster Information on consumption and distance cov- ered can be displayed in the instrument clus- ter. Press button repeatedly until the desired setting is displayed. Via iDrive: Apps menu "Vehicle"...
  • Page 147 Displays CONTROLS Safety information The trip data is displayed. Warning The system cannot serve as a substitute for the driver’s personal judgment in assessing the traffic situation. Based on the limits of the system, it cannot independently react to all traffic situations. There is a risk of accident.
  • Page 148 CONTROLS Displays The system may indicate something wrong. "Date and time" Additional information: Select the desired settings. ▷ Cameras, refer to page 35. Fuel gauge ▷ Radar sensors, refer to page 36. G-Meter Principle The current fill level of the fuel tank is dis- General information played.
  • Page 149 Displays CONTROLS Vehicle status range means that engine functions cannot al- ways be ensured for sporty driving, e.g., when cornering at speed. General information The Check Control message appears The status can be displayed and actions per- continuously below a range of approx. formed for several systems such as for Check 30 miles/50 km.
  • Page 150 CONTROLS Displays Indicators on control display ▷ Driving. ▷ "CHARGING BATTERY" The sport displays are displayed in the Live Vehicle menu on the control display. Functional requirements The following information is displayed: ▷ The following driving mode is selected: ▷ Torque.
  • Page 151 Displays CONTROLS Maintenance measures as well as legally mandated inspections are displayed. Select the desired entry. Entering appointment dates Dates for mandatory vehicle inspections can be entered. Make sure that the vehicle's date and time are set correctly. Apps menu "Vehicle"...

  • Page 152: Light And View

    CONTROLS Light and view Light and view Vehicle features and options If necessary, "Additional settings" "One-touch turn signal" This chapter describes model-specific equip- Select the desired setting. ment, systems, and functions that are currently available, or may become available in the fu- Brief flashing ture, even if they are not present in the vehicle.
  • Page 153 Light and view CONTROLS Automatic High Beam The indicator light in the instrument cluster is illuminated when the low Assistant beams are switched on. The headlights are automatically changed be- Principle tween low beams and high beams. The Automatic High Beam Assistant detects The blue indicator light in the instru- other road users early on and automatically ment cluster illuminates when the sys-...
  • Page 154 CONTROLS Light and view Safety information ▷ In very unfavorable weather conditions such as fog or heavy precipitation. ▷ When detecting poorly-lit road users such Warning as pedestrians, cyclists, horseback riders If adjustments have been made or the sen- and wagons; when driving close to train or sitivity has been modified, oncoming traffic ship traffic;...
  • Page 155 Light and view CONTROLS The indicator light in the instrument Icon Function cluster is illuminated when the low Instrument lighting. beams are switched on. System limits Right roadside parking light. The automatic headlight control cannot re- place your personal judgment of lighting condi- tions.
  • Page 156 CONTROLS Light and view Turning off parking lights Switching off the roadside parking light: The following options are available to turn off Press the button on the light switch or the parking lights: turn on drive-ready state. ▷ Press the button on the light switch. Welcome lights ▷...
  • Page 157 Light and view CONTROLS Pathway lighting If necessary, "Additional settings" Depending on vehicle equipment or na- tional-market version: Principle ▷ "Daytime driving lights" For the pathway lighting, the exterior lighting ▷ "Rear daytime driving lights" turns on for a certain period of time after leav- ing the vehicle in order to illuminate the area surrounding the vehicle.
  • Page 158 CONTROLS Light and view Cornering light Depending on the national-market version, ad- ditional information can be taken from the la- ser sign on the headlight. Principle Safety information In tight curves, for instance on mountainous roads or when turning, an additional cornering light is switched on that illuminates the inside of the curve when the vehicle is moving below a certain speed.
  • Page 159 Light and view CONTROLS Setting the brightness Turning reading lights on/off Adjust the brightness with the Press the button. thumbwheel. Depending on the vehicle equipment, the read- ing lights are located next to the interior lights in the front and rear. Interior lighting Ambient light General information...
  • Page 160 CONTROLS Light and view Setting the brightness Make sure that the vehicle is switched off when the wipers are in the folded-away state Apps menu and the wipers are folded in when switching "Vehicle" "Interior lighting" If necessary, "Ambience" NOTICE "Brightness"...
  • Page 161 Light and view CONTROLS Activating rain sensor continues, the wipers resume at their previous speed. Turning off the window wiper system and flick wipe Press lever up once from the 0 position, ar- row 1. Wiping operation is started. The LED in the wiper lever is illuminated. Press the lever down.
  • Page 162 CONTROLS Light and view Windshield washer system blades or for folding away under frosty condi- tions. Safety information Safety information Warning Warning The washer fluid can freeze onto the window If the wipers start moving in the folded away at low temperatures and obstruct the view. state, body parts can be jammed or damage There is a risk of accident.
  • Page 163 Light and view CONTROLS Folding out the wipers Turn on standby state. Press and hold the wiper lever down until the wipers stop in a nearly vertical position. Fold the wipers all the way out from the windshield. Folding in the wipers Fold the wipers back in onto the windshield.

  • Page 164: Safety

    CONTROLS Safety Safety Vehicle features and options available, or may become available in the fu- ture, even if they are not present in the vehicle. Additional information: This chapter describes model-specific equip- ment, systems, and functions that are currently Vehicle equipment, refer to page 8. Airbags Front airbag, driver 4 Side airbag...
  • Page 165 Safety CONTROLS Ejection Mitigation crossing the hands and the upper body is as far back as possible while still main- The head airbag system is designed as an taining a comfortable grip on the steering ejection mitigation countermeasure to reduce wheel.
  • Page 166 CONTROLS Safety BMW Customer Relations for further informa- The airbag system or the seat belt tension- tion. ers may be not operational. Have the vehicle checked immediately by an authorized service Warnings and information on the airbags are center or another qualified service center or also found on the sun visors.
  • Page 167 Safety CONTROLS Fault of the automatic deactivation injury or danger to life. Make sure that the front passenger keeps his or her feet in the system footwell. When transporting older children and adults, the front passenger airbags may be deacti- vated in certain seat positions.
  • Page 168 CONTROLS Safety Safety information Turning on/turning off collision warning systems Depending on national-market version, some Warning of the systems are automatically activated The system cannot serve as a substitute for whenever you start driving. the driver’s personal judgment in assessing The following functions are adjustable.
  • Page 169 Safety CONTROLS System limits General information Depending on the equipment version, the For- Safety information ward Collision Mitigation system includes the following functions: ▷ Forward Collision Warning with braking Warning function, refer to page 172. Due to its limits, the system may not react, or ▷...
  • Page 170 CONTROLS Safety Setting the warning time, refer to page 170. Warning Turning system off manually Individual functions may not work correctly Depending on national-market version, the ad- when towing with Forward Collision Mitiga- justment can only be made when the vehicle is tion enabled or Cruise Control switched on.
  • Page 171 Safety CONTROLS Depending on the equipment and situation Icon Meaning in case of risk of imminent collision, the Risk of collision with a person, e.g., a system can also intervene with an auto- pedestrian. matic brake intervention and automatically decelerate the vehicle, if necessary, to a Risk of collision, for instance with a complete stop.
  • Page 172 CONTROLS Safety General information garding the scope of the system’s operation and limitations. Detection capability The system's detection capability is limited. The system only takes into account objects that are located in the detection range of the installed sensors and are detected by the sys- tem.
  • Page 173 Safety CONTROLS System limits General information General information Follow the system limits in the "Forward Colli- sion Mitigation" chapter. Detection range The following situations may not be detected, or only detected with a delay, for instance: ▷ Vehicle driving slowly in front and being ap- Sensors detect the traffic situation in their de- proached at high speed.
  • Page 174 CONTROLS Safety Intersection Collision Detection range Warning with braking function Principle At speeds that are common in towns and cit- ies, the Intersection Collision Warning with city braking function can warn the driver of a possi- ble risk of collision with crossing traffic at inter- The detection range in front of the vehicle is sections and junctions.
  • Page 175 Safety CONTROLS Evasion Assistant Display in the instrument cluster If there is a risk of collision with a detected vehicle, a warning light is displayed. Principle Icon Meaning The Evasion Assistant can support the driver in making evasive maneuvers in certain situa- Risk of collision with vehicle crossing tions such as when obstacles or persons sud- from the right.
  • Page 176 CONTROLS Safety Lane Departure Warning Icon Meaning Warning when a vehicle is detected. Principle The lane departure warning alerts when the Risk of collision with a pedestrian. vehicle is about to run off the road or exit the lane. General information Warning function with evasion support If the vehicle approaches another object at a...
  • Page 177 Safety CONTROLS Turning system off manually Warning Depending on vehicle equipment and national- market version, you must successively confirm Indicators and warnings cannot serve as a the switch-off on the control display. substitute for the driver’s personal judgment. Due to its limits, the system may not issue Apps menu warnings or responses, or these may be is- "Vehicle"...
  • Page 178 CONTROLS Safety Warning function "Vibration intensity" Select the desired setting. If you leave the lane The setting is applied to all collision warning systems. If you leave the lane and if a lane boundary has been detected, the steering wheel vibrates Depending on the national-market in accordance with the steering wheel vibration setting.
  • Page 179 Safety CONTROLS wheel during the steering intervention itself, an ▷ In the event of missing, worn, poorly visible, acoustic warning will sound. A short warning merging, diverging, or multiple lane boun- signal will sound at the second steering inter- daries such as in construction areas. vention.
  • Page 180 CONTROLS Safety Adjusting the Active Blind Spot The minimum speed is country-specific and displayed in the Active Blind Spot Detection Detection menu. The system indicates whether there are vehi- Setting the warning time cles in your blind spot, arrow 1, or approaching Apps menu from behind in an adjacent lane, arrow 2.
  • Page 181 Safety CONTROLS Steering intervention displayed in the Assisted View of the instru- ment cluster. Depending on the national-market version: Additional information: when there is no response to the vibration of the steering wheel at speeds of up to Assisted View, refer to page 147. 130 mph/210 km/h and the lane marking is crossed, the system engages the active Warning function...
  • Page 182 CONTROLS Safety General information ▷ When a vehicle is approaching at a speed much faster than your own. ▷ In tight corners or on narrow roads. ▷ The bumper is dirty, iced up or covered, for instance by stickers. Depending on the national-market version, the steering intervention e.g.
  • Page 183 Safety CONTROLS Turning the side collision warning Warning function on/off Warning light in exterior mirror Apps menu "Vehicle" "Driving settings" "Driver Assistance" "Safety and warnings" "Side collision warning" Select the desired setting. Setting the intensity of the steering The warning light in the exterior mirror warns wheel vibration of a possible collision with a detected vehicle.
  • Page 184 CONTROLS Safety ▷ When a vehicle is approaching at a speed ▷ Where applicable, the hazard warning much faster than your own. flashers will be switched on. ▷ In tight corners or on narrow roads. ▷ Where applicable, the PreCrash functions are triggered.
  • Page 185 Safety CONTROLS When the system is triggered, the vehicle is ▷ With lane change function: releasing the brought to a standstill in its own lane by use of switch may trigger an automatic lane lane guidance. change. Depending on the vehicle equipment and na- ▷...
  • Page 186 CONTROLS Safety General information Icon Status When lane markings are detected, the system keeps the vehicle in the lane. Lane guidance is briefly interrupted. Lane boundary driven over. When lane markings are detected, the system keeps the vehicle in the The area behind the vehicle is monitored by lane.
  • Page 187 Safety CONTROLS Activating/deactivating Cross Traffic Warning function Warning General information The system must be activated on the control The control display shows the corresponding display for the Cross Traffic Warning to switch view, an acoustic signal may sound as neces- on automatically.
  • Page 188 Safety BMW Drive Recorder Depending on vehicle equipment: display in camera image Principle The BMW Drive Recorder stores brief video recordings of the vehicle surroundings, e.g., to document surrounding traffic. General information Video recordings can be saved in different ways: ▷...
  • Page 189 Recording time was selected. Press and hold this button. Activating/deactivating the BMW Drive Recorder Via iDrive The BMW Drive Recorder must be activated Start the recording: before the first use of the recording function. Apps menu Apps menu "All apps"...
  • Page 190 CONTROLS Safety "Recordings" on the vehicle is too great or the power supply was interrupted. Select desired recording. If you overwrite a USB drive multiple times, it If a camera change occurred during the record- may not be possible to export recordings cor- ing, different segments of the video can be se- rectly.
  • Page 191 Safety CONTROLS Safety information At standstill After coming to a halt, the brake is released automatically. Warning The system cannot serve as a substitute for Harder vehicle deceleration the driver’s personal judgment. Due to the In certain situations, it may be necessary to system limits, critical situations might not be bring the vehicle to a halt more quickly than detected reliably or in time.
  • Page 192 CONTROLS Safety and alert. Adjust driving style to traffic condi- The system is reset approx. 45 minutes after tions. parking the vehicle. A break recommendation can only be displayed again after this time has elapsed. Break recommendation System limits Function The Fatigue Alert system may be limited.
  • Page 193 Safety CONTROLS Overview Depending on the equipment, the instrument cluster has up to three infrared light sources. Depending on the light conditions, these light sources can be visible when the vehicle is in standby mode. System limits The Driver Attention Camera may not be fully operational in the following situations: ▷...

  • Page 194: Driving Stability Control Systems

    CONTROLS Driving stability control systems Driving stability control systems Vehicle features and options Brake assistant This chapter describes model-specific equip- The brake assistant automatically applies ment, systems, and functions that are currently maximum braking assistance when the brake available, or may become available in the fu- pedal is depressed quickly.
  • Page 195 Driving stability control systems CONTROLS M Setup Settings Icon System Principle "Engine": M Engine Dynamics Con- The SETUP button is used to configure various trol, refer to page 127, programs. driving dynamics and drive systems. Manual transmission: General information "Gear Shift Assistant": RPM change When the drive-ready state is switched on after at gear change.
  • Page 196 CONTROLS Driving stability control systems essary action. Modify your driving style and Icon System react, if necessary. "DSC": Dynamic Stability Control, re- fer to page 200, and M Dynamic Configuring M1/M2 Mode, refer to page 201. "M Sound": Sound Control, refer to page 128.
  • Page 197 Driving stability control systems CONTROLS Safety information "Reset" "Reset M1 settings." To cancel resetting: "Cancel" Warning The system cannot serve as a substitute for Display in the instrument cluster the driver’s personal judgment in assessing visibility and traffic situation. There is a risk Icon Description of accident.
  • Page 198 CONTROLS Driving stability control systems Driving modes Selecting the driving mode ROAD and SPORT drive modes can only be ROAD drive mode enabled when drive-ready state is switched ▷ All available collision warning systems are switched on. TRACK drive mode can only be enabled when the vehicle is stationary or driving at a very low ▷...
  • Page 199 Driving stability control systems CONTROLS Overview Additional information: Central display area, refer to page Button in the vehicle Brake Principle The sensitivity of the brake pedal motions to the braking response can be adjusted. Overview Button in the vehicle SETUP Programs Program Steering force tuning...
  • Page 200 CONTROLS Driving stability control systems M Setup, refer to page 195. Warning Display in the instrument cluster When driving with a roof load, e.g., roof bars, the vehicle's center of gravity is higher. This When the display for M Setup is acti- increases the risk of the vehicle tipping in crit- vated in the instrument cluster, the se- ical driving situations.
  • Page 201 Driving stability control systems CONTROLS Activating/deactivating the system authorized service center or another qualified service center or repair shop. Press the button to open the menu. Automatic program change "DSC OFF" Dynamic Stability Control can be activated au- Dynamic Stability Control is deactivated. tomatically by Forward Collision Mitigation de- pending on the situation.
  • Page 202 CONTROLS Driving stability control systems Safety information Display in the instrument cluster Icon Description Warning Display active and warning When M Dynamic Mode is activated, stabi- light illuminates: lizing interventions are carried out only to a M Dynamic Mode is activated. reduced extent.
  • Page 203 Driving stability control systems CONTROLS Overview Using the button Press the button and select the desired Button in the vehicle program on the control display. Via iDrive M xDrive settings can be configured in M Setup. Additional information: M Setup, refer to page 195. Display in the instrument cluster SETUP Icon...
  • Page 204 CONTROLS Driving stability control systems wheels during acceleration by regulating the Additional information: driving power accordingly. Dynamic Stability Control, refer to page 200. General information Selecting settings If Dynamic Stability Control is deactivated after Using the button an idle state, the M Traction Control level OFF/ Level 0 is set.
  • Page 205 Driving stability control systems CONTROLS Displays in the instrument cluster Additional information: M Traction Control, refer to page 203. Icon Description Safety information Display is active and indicator light illuminates: The Dynamic Stability Control Warning is deactivated. The deactivation of the Dynamic Stability Control limits the driving stability.
  • Page 206 CONTROLS Driving stability control systems Depending on vehicle equipment, the active M Icon Description xDrive mode is: "2WD" when M Drift Analyzer Assessment of the current drift. is activated. The number of stars that can Deactivating M Drift Analyzer activates Stabil- be reached varies depending ity Control and 4WD mode.

  • Page 207: Driver Assistance Systems

    Driver assistance systems CONTROLS Driver assistance systems Vehicle features and options "Speed warning" "Warning above:" This chapter describes model-specific equip- Select the desired setting. ment, systems, and functions that are currently available, or may become available in the fu- Applying current speed as the ture, even if they are not present in the vehicle.
  • Page 208 CONTROLS Driver assistance systems For Speed Limit Info to function correctly, cur- Info is continuously displayed in the instrument rent map data for the country in which the ve- cluster. hicle is operated must be downloaded. Displaying Speed Limit Info For information on the current map version and map updates, see Map update in the Nav- Apps menu...
  • Page 209 Driver assistance systems CONTROLS System limits Signal for exceeding speed limit The warning for exceeding the maximum per- System limits of the sensors missible speed can be activated or deactivated via iDrive: Additional information: ▷ Camera, refer to page 35. Apps menu "Vehicle"...
  • Page 210 CONTROLS Driver assistance systems General information ▷ When the engine is switched off. ▷ When Cruise Control is switched on. The system can limit the speed, starting at 20 mph/30 km/h. The vehicle can be driven ▷ When activating certain driving modes. at any speed below the set speed limit.
  • Page 211 Driver assistance systems CONTROLS Indicator light The speed limit can be exceeded intentionally. Press the accelerator pedal all the way down Icon Description to intentionally exceed the set speed limit. When the vehicle speed drops below the set The indicator light illuminates: the speed limit, the limit is automatically reacti- system is switched on.
  • Page 212 CONTROLS Driver assistance systems Overview braking at any time, and actively intervene where appropriate. Buttons on the steering wheel Button Function Warning The use of the system can lead to an in- Cruise control on/off. creased risk of accidents in the following sit- uations, for instance: ▷...
  • Page 213 Driver assistance systems CONTROLS Adjusting the speed Turning off the system Depending on the equipment version, Maintaining and storing the speed press the relevant button on the steer- ing wheel. The displays turn off. The stored set speed is deleted. Interrupting Cruise Control Stopping the system manually Press the rocker switch up or down once while...
  • Page 214 CONTROLS Driver assistance systems Displays in the instrument cluster ▷ Each time the rocker switch is tapped to the resistance point, the set speed increases or decreases by 1 mph/1 km/h. Display in the speedometer ▷ Each time the rocker switch is pressed Depending on the equipment, a mark in the past the resistance point, the desired speed speedometer displays the status of the sys-...
  • Page 215 Driver assistance systems CONTROLS General information In order to ensure that the vehicle is secured against rolling away, follow the following: The system maintains the set speed on clear ▷ Set the parking brake. roads. The vehicle accelerates or brakes auto- matically.
  • Page 216 CONTROLS Driver assistance systems Overview Additional information: Sensors of the vehicle, refer to page 35. Buttons on the steering wheel Application range Button Function The system is best used on well-maintained roads. With Steering Assistant: The minimum speed that can be set is Cruise control on/off.
  • Page 217 Driver assistance systems CONTROLS The selected function is shown in green. Without Steering Assistant. Turning on the system If interrupting the system while stationary, With Steering Assistant: press on the brake pedal at the same time. Stopping the system automatically Press the button on the steering The system is automatically interrupted in the wheel.
  • Page 218 CONTROLS Driver assistance systems Adjusting the speed ▷ Each time the rocker switch is tapped to the resistance point, the set speed increases or decreases by 1 mph/1 km/h. Maintaining and storing the speed ▷ Each time the rocker switch is pressed past the resistance point, the desired speed changes by a maximum of 5 mph/10 km/h.
  • Page 219 Driver assistance systems CONTROLS Changing between Cruise Control tem takes into account the traffic situation and ambient conditions, e.g. poor visibility. with/without Distance Control Apps menu Safety information "Vehicle" "Driving settings" Warning "Driver Assistance" The system does not react to traffic driv- "Driving"...
  • Page 220 CONTROLS Driver assistance systems Display in the speedometer Assisted View Depending on the equipment, a mark in the Depending on the equipment and national- speedometer displays the status of the sys- market version, information for the system is tem. displayed in the Assisted View in the central display area of the instrument cluster.
  • Page 221 Driver assistance systems CONTROLS Detection range approaching a truck. When a vehicle driving ahead of you is reliably detected, the system requests that the driver intervene by braking and making an evasive maneuver, if needed. Cornering The detection capability of the system and the automatic braking performance are limited.
  • Page 222 CONTROLS Driver assistance systems Safety information ▷ On steep uphill grades. ▷ In front of bumps in the road. In these cases, step on the accelerator pedal. Warning The system cannot serve as a substitute for Weather the driver’s personal judgment in assessing The following restrictions can occur under un- the traffic situation.
  • Page 223 Driver assistance systems CONTROLS Manual adoption "Speed Limit Assistance" "Speed limits" A detected speed limit can be applied man- ually for the active driver assistance system. Select the desired setting: ▷ "Adjust manually": detected speed limits When the SET icon illuminates, press can be applied manually.
  • Page 224 CONTROLS Driver assistance systems Steering Assistant Adapting to route Principle Principle Depending on the national-market version, the The Steering Assistant helps keep the vehicle system can be configured so that the vehicle in the lane. For this purpose, the system ex- adapts the speed automatically to the route.
  • Page 225 Driver assistance systems CONTROLS Sensors The button can be used to set the pri- marily used function. The system is controlled by the following sen- sors: ▷ Cameras behind the windshield. Setting the function ▷ Front radar sensor. When the system is active, press the button repeatedly until the desired ▷...
  • Page 226 CONTROLS Driver assistance systems Displays in the instrument cluster Turning off the system Press the button on the steering wheel. Icon Description Indicator light illuminates gray: The indicator goes out. The system is ready. The system does not perform supportive steering wheel movements.
  • Page 227 Driver assistance systems CONTROLS Safety information Additional information: Assisted View, refer to page 147. Warning Displays on the steering wheel Due to its limits, the system may not react, or it may react too late or in a manner that is not consistent with normal use.
  • Page 228 CONTROLS Driver assistance systems Functional requirements Drive attentively, and react to the current sur- rounding traffic situation. If necessary, inter- ▷ The functional requirements of the Steering vene actively, for instance by braking, steering Assistant are fulfilled. or making an evasive maneuver. Functional requirements, refer to page 225.
  • Page 229 Driver assistance systems CONTROLS Displays on the steering wheel Depending on vehicle equipment, this function can be enabled/disabled on the control dis- play. Apps menu "Vehicle" "Driving settings" "Driver Assistance" "Driving" "Assisted Driving" The two LED lights above the buttons illumi- "Assisted Driving Plus"...
  • Page 230 CONTROLS Driver assistance systems Safety information "Assisted Driving" "Automatic Lane Change" Warning Changing lanes The system cannot serve as a substitute for Ensure that the traffic situation permits the driver’s personal judgment in assessing changing lanes. the traffic situation. Based on the limits of Press the turn signal lever in the required the system, it cannot independently react direction to the pressure point for signaling...
  • Page 231 Driver assistance systems CONTROLS Displays in the instrument cluster Icon Description Green steering wheel icon. Green arrow icon for lane-changing. The system carries out a lane change. Green steering wheel icon. Gray line for lane marking on the ap- propriate side. The system detected the lane change request.

  • Page 232: Parking

    CONTROLS Parking Parking Vehicle features and options Safety information This chapter describes model-specific equip- Warning ment, systems, and functions that are currently The system cannot serve as a substitute for available, or may become available in the fu- the driver’s personal judgment in assessing ture, even if they are not present in the vehicle.
  • Page 233 Automatic Parking Assistant. General information Additional information: The parking assistance systems view switches BMW Intelligent Personal Assistant, refer to off automatically when driving forwards or if a page 52. certain distance or speed is exceeded. Calling up Park menu...
  • Page 234 CONTROLS Parking Without Parking Assistant Plus The Park Distance Control view is dis- played. ▷ "Parking" The view of different camera perspectives is displayed. ▷ "3D view" A three-dimensional view is displayed. ▷ "Car wash" The display of your own lane can be turned on for easier driving into the car wash.
  • Page 235 Parking CONTROLS Parking aid lines Icon Meaning No search for Automatic Parking Pathway lines Assistant offers. Automatic Parking Assistant has failed. Search for Automatic Parking As- sistant offers is active. Automatic Parking Assistant: if the icon is green, the Automatic Parking Assistant is active.
  • Page 236 CONTROLS Parking System limits Using parking aid lines Position the vehicle so that the red turning Safety information circle line leads to within the limits of the parking space. Turn the steering wheel to the point where Warning the green pathway line covers the corre- Due to its limits, the system may not react, or sponding turning circle line.
  • Page 237 Parking CONTROLS Rearview camera With Parking Assistant Plus Principle Press the button. Select the icon in the selection window. The rearview camera helps when reverse parking and maneuvering. The area behind the To exit the rearview camera view, select vehicle is shown on the control display. another camera view in the selection win- dow.
  • Page 238 CONTROLS Parking Turning the automatic camera Display perspective on/off Turning the camera view on/off automatically When the parking assistance systems' display is turned on, automatic camera perspective is selected automatically. The icon in the selection window is selected automatically. To protect the sides of the vehicle, obstacle To exit the steering-dependent camera view, markings are displayed on the sides of the ve- select another camera view in the selection...
  • Page 239 Parking CONTROLS Turning the side view on/off General information The selection window lets you choose the side Follow the information in the "Parking assis- view for the left or right side of the vehicle. tance systems" chapter. Turning the car wash view on/off Press the button.
  • Page 240 A GPS signal must be received. eras: ▷ Depending on national-market version: A ▷ Rearview camera. BMW ID or driver profile must be activated. ▷ Front camera. ▷ The direction of travel, selector lever posi- tion, and vehicle angle must correspond to Turning the panoramic view on/off a stored activation point.
  • Page 241 Principle If obstacle marking is activated, the parking The My BMW App and camera views in park- view indicates fixed obstacles that obstruct the ing view such as automatic camera perspec- opening angles of the doors.
  • Page 242 Acoustic and visual warnings signal obstacles in front of or behind the vehicle. ▷ The My BMW App must be installed on the mobile end device. Obstacles that are detected by the side ultra- sonic sensors can also be reported.
  • Page 243 Parking CONTROLS accident. Adjust driving style to traffic condi- "Parking and maneuvering" tions. Watch the surrounding traffic situation "Automatic PDC activation" closely, be ready to take over steering and braking at any time, and actively intervene Turning off the system automatically where appropriate.
  • Page 244 CONTROLS Parking If an object approaches when the vehicle is stationary, the acoustic signal is reactivated. Adjusting the volume The volume of the acoustic warning can be adjusted. Apps menu "Vehicle" View behind vehicle. "Driving settings" "Driver Assistance" "Parking and maneuvering" "PDC signal volume"...
  • Page 245 Parking CONTROLS Unwarranted warnings If the accelerator pedal is depressed longer, the vehicle drives off. Manual braking is possi- Reaching the system limits can cause unwar- ble at any time. ranted warnings. Follow the information in the "Parking assis- To prevent unwarranted warnings, for instance tance systems"...
  • Page 246 CONTROLS Parking Settings driving into parking spaces, and takes control of the vehicle while parking. It is possible to set which areas on the vehicle The operating principle and operation of the will be protected by the system. system is divided into the following steps: Apps menu ▷...
  • Page 247 Parking CONTROLS ▷ Minimum length of a detected object, e.g., a parking vehicle: approx. 3 ft/1 m. ▷ Minimum length of gap between two ob- jects: own vehicle length plus approx. 2.6 ft/0.8 m. ▷ Minimum depth: approx. 5 ft/1.5 m. Perpendicular parking: ▷...
  • Page 248 CONTROLS Parking Canceling Automatic Parking The parking space search is activated. Assistant automatically The system automatically cancels in situations Press the button or engage reverse such as the following: gear. ▷ When the driver grasps the steering wheel The parking assistance systems view is or takes over steering.
  • Page 249 Parking CONTROLS Restart the Automatic Parking Assistant and The Automatic Parking Assistant has malfunc- follow the instructions on the control display. tioned. Have the vehicle checked by an author- ized service center or another qualified service System limits center or repair shop. General information Back-up assistant Follow the system limits in the "Parking assis-...
  • Page 250 CONTROLS Parking Stop no later than when normal road traffic is reached and take control of the vehicle Warning such as by shifting to forward gear. The system can steer the vehicle over or onto curbs. There is a risk of injury or risk Canceling the Back-up Assistant of damage to property.
  • Page 251 Parking CONTROLS A warning is issued at a speed of approx. 4 mph/7 km/h. If the maximum speed is exceeded, the function is interrupted. ▷ After driving a stored distance covered with major steering-wheel angles, the function of the system will be limited for the return trip.

  • Page 252: Driving Comfort

    CONTROLS Driving comfort Driving comfort Vehicle features and options Programs Program Damping settings This chapter describes model-specific equip- ment, systems, and functions that are currently "COMFORT" Comfort-oriented. available, or may become available in the fu- "SPORT" Balanced out. ture, even if they are not present in the vehicle. Additional information: "SPORT PLUS"...

  • Page 253: Climate Control

    Climate control CONTROLS Climate control Vehicle features and options Icon Function Air flow. This chapter describes model-specific equip- ment, systems, and functions that are currently available, or may become available in the fu- Air distribution. ture, even if they are not present in the vehicle. Additional information: SYNC program.
  • Page 254 CONTROLS Climate control Buttons, rear automatic climate control "CLIMATE MENU" tap in the center of the cli- mate control bar. Apps menu "Vehicle" "Climate control" Turning the air conditioning system on/off "CLIMATE MENU" Icon Function "All climate functions" Automatic program. The complete air conditioning system is turned on/off with the last settings.
  • Page 255 Climate control CONTROLS ▷ Temperature. At the same time, a condensation sensor con- trols the automatic program in order to prevent ▷ Automatic program. window condensation to the extent possible. ▷ Air distribution, manual. Turning the automatic program Switching off using the button on/off Press the button.
  • Page 256 CONTROLS Climate control Setting the temperature Example of function When the automatic program is turned on, the intensity of the seat heating can be adjusted: "CLIMATE MENU" tap in the center of the climate control bar. Seat heating. Select desired setting, for example, "HIGH". The individually selected settings of the cli- mate control functions are stored and auto- matically set up again such as after the vehicle...
  • Page 257 Climate control CONTROLS Functional requirement "Temp. adjustment upper body" Increase or decrease temperature. The function is available at an outside temper- ature above approx. 32 ℉/0 ℃ and with the drive-ready state switched on. Air conditioning Turning maximum cooling on/off Principle "CLIMATE MENU"...
  • Page 258 CONTROLS Climate control SYNC program Depending on vehicle equipment, air recircula- tion will turn off automatically based on ambi- ent conditions in order to prevent window con- Principle densation. If SYNC program is activated, the settings on the driver's side are transfered to the passeng- Air flow er's side and to the rear.
  • Page 259 Climate control CONTROLS Seat heating If there is window condensation, turn on the automatic program to take advantage of the condensation sensor. Principle When the defrost function is turned on, the rear The system heats the seats as necessary. automatic climate control is deactivated to pro- vide maximum performance.
  • Page 260 CONTROLS Climate control Air quality General information Open the air vents and position them to ensure effective climate control. General information The air flow heats or cools noticeably, depend- The air quality in the interior is improved by the ing on the set desired temperature. following components: ▷...
  • Page 261 Activating with My BMW App ▷ Departure time with weekday: time and day Depending on vehicle equipment, the My BMW of the week can be set. App with remote functionality can be used to On the desired weekdays, the system will...
  • Page 262 CONTROLS Climate control Pre-conditioning through grass, gas, gasoline, oil or other combustible objects. Remote Engine Start Functional requirements Principle ▷ The vehicle is in idle state or standby state. Pre-conditioning cools or heats the car's inte- ▷ Battery is sufficiently charged. rior prior to start of the trip to a comfortable temperature.
  • Page 263 Climate control CONTROLS Switching on via iDrive The system is activated automatically a few minutes before the set departure time. The "CLIMATE MENU" system remains switched on for a short time "Settings" after the set departure time. "Pre-conditioning" For safety reasons, the air conditioning can "Start now"...
  • Page 264 CONTROLS Climate control Icon Description Icon on the instrument panel. Icon illuminates: a depar- ture time is activated. Icon flashes: pre-condition- ing is switched on. Confirmation signals from the vehicle The activation of the system is confirmed by flashing twice. The parking lights are switched on as long as the system is switched on.

  • Page 265: Interior Equipment

    Interior equipment CONTROLS Interior equipment Vehicle features and options of damage to property. Make sure that the travel path of the respective system is clear during programming and operation. Also fol- This chapter describes model-specific equip- low the safety information for the hand-held ment, systems, and functions that are currently transmitter.
  • Page 266 CONTROLS Interior equipment Programming the integrated Press and hold the button on the interior mirror for approx. 2 seconds. Perform universal remote control this procedure three times. If the integrated universal remote con- Functional requirement trol remains nonoperational, continue The battery of the hand-held transmitter must with the special features for rolling code be fully charged at the time of programming radio systems.
  • Page 267 Interior equipment CONTROLS Sockets Press and hold the desired button of the re- mote-controlled system within range until the function is triggered. Principle The LED on the interior mirror is continuously The socket can be used for electronic devi- illuminated green during the transmission of ces when the standby or drive-ready state is the radio signal.
  • Page 268 CONTROLS Interior equipment In the center armrest Warning If metal objects fall into the socket, they can cause a short circuit. There is a risk of injury or risk of damage to property. Insert the ciga- rette lighter or socket cover again after using the socket.
  • Page 269 Interior equipment CONTROLS General information When inserting the device to be charged, make sure that there are no objects between the de- vice to be charged and the wireless charging tray. The charging process is shown by the charge indicator on the control display. Safety information A USB port is located in the center console.
  • Page 270 CONTROLS Interior equipment tray. The mobile phone display is pointing upwards. ▷ Tray in center armrest: the mobile phone to be charged is located in the middle of the tray. The mobile phone display points towards the retaining clip. Inserting the mobile phone Tray in the center console 2 Storage area If necessary, open the tray cover.
  • Page 271 Interior equipment CONTROLS LED displays ▷ If storage media or electronic cards, e.g., chip cards, cards with magnetic stripes, or cards for signal transmission, Color Meaning are located between the mobile phone and Blue The mobile phone is charging. wireless charging tray. The blue LED stays illuminated once ▷...

  • Page 272: Storage Compartments

    CONTROLS Storage compartments Storage compartments Vehicle features and options Warning Anti-slip pads such as anti-slip mats can This chapter describes model-specific equip- damage the dashboard. Attached objects ment, systems, and functions that are currently could come loose. There is a risk of injury available, or may become available in the fu- or risk of damage to property.
  • Page 273 Storage compartments CONTROLS Fold-out compartment Storage tray in center console Opening the fold-out compartment General information Depending on vehicle equipment: Storage compartments with covers are located on the center console. Opening the storage compartment Press the button and open the cover. Storage compartments in the doors Press on the cover.
  • Page 274 CONTROLS Storage compartments Closing the center armrest Press the lid down until it engages. Front cup holder Safety information Two cup holders are located in the center con- Warning sole. Unsuitable containers in the cup holders may damage the cup holders or be thrown about Closing the cup holder the car’s interior in the event of an accident, an evasive maneuver, or forceful braking.

  • Page 275: Cargo Area

    Cargo area CONTROLS Cargo area Vehicle features and options Warning Improperly stowed objects can slip and be This chapter describes model-specific equip- thrown into the car's interior, for instance in ment, systems, and functions that are currently the event of an accident, braking or an eva- available, or may become available in the fu- sive maneuver.
  • Page 276 CONTROLS Cargo area available cargo and luggage load capacity of the rear seat backrests. When the rear calculated in Step 4. seat is not occupied, secure each of the outer seat belts in the opposite buckle. If the vehicle will be towing a trailer, load from your trailer will be transferred to the vehicle.
  • Page 277 Cargo area CONTROLS Safety information the center section can be folded down sepa- rately. The left rear seat backrest can be folded down together with the center section. Warning The rear seat backrests can be folded down Improper use of the multifunction hooks can from the cargo area.
  • Page 278 CONTROLS Cargo area Folding down the rear seat backrest Folding back the rear seat backrest Return the rear seat backrest to the upright From the cargo area seat position and engage it. Unlock the belt lock of the center seat belt Release the buckle tongue from the fixture in the rear using the buckle tongue of an- on the rear shelf.
  • Page 279 Cargo area CONTROLS Online Edition for Part no. 01405A88034 - VI/23 OwnersManuals2.com...

  • Page 280: Driving Tips

    DRIVING TIPS BMW M3 Technology BMW M3 Technology Vehicle features and options Tachometer, refer to page 143. Engine oil temperature, refer to page 143. This chapter describes model-specific equip- ment, systems, and functions that are currently Compound brake available, or may become available in the fu- ture, even if they are not present in the vehicle.
  • Page 281 The combination of M xDrive, active M differential, and an Adaptive M chas- sis in this vehicle ensures a high degree of driving dynamics that is typical of BMW M. Online Edition for Part no. 01405A88034 - VI/23 OwnersManuals2.com...

  • Page 282: Things To Remember When Driving

    DRIVING TIPS Things to remember when driving Things to remember when driving Vehicle features and options From 600 miles/1,000 km to 1,200 miles/2,000 km This chapter describes model-specific equip- Drive at varying engine and road speeds, ment, systems, and functions that are currently but do not exceed 6000 rpm and available, or may become available in the fu- 130 mph/210 km/h.
  • Page 283 Things to remember when driving DRIVING TIPS General driving notes Do not remove the heat shields installed and never apply undercoating to them. Make sure that no combustible materials can come in Closing the trunk lid contact with hot vehicle parts while driving, in Neutral or during parking.
  • Page 284 DRIVING TIPS Things to remember when driving ▷ Deactivate the speed control system. order to prevent mutual interference and to deflect radiation from the vehicle interior. ▷ Activate Sport program. ▷ If possible, drive at varying speeds. Aquaplaning Additional information: M Steptronic Sport transmission, refer to On wet or slushy roads, a wedge of water can page 117.
  • Page 285 Things to remember when driving DRIVING TIPS Braking safely pedal travel path may feel short or long. After the brake pedal has been fully released, the pedal will feel as usual again. General information The vehicle is equipped with an Antilock Brak- Driving in wet conditions ing System as a standard feature.
  • Page 286 DRIVING TIPS Things to remember when driving tempt to drive in idle state or with drive-ready There is a risk of accident. Have damage cor- state switched off. rected by an authorized service center or an- other qualified service center or repair shop. Do not drive at high speeds until the damage Brake disk corrosion is corrected.
  • Page 287 Things to remember when driving DRIVING TIPS Be sure that adequate clearance is maintained When driving on a racetrack, increase the du- for tilting and opening the glass sunroof. ration of the load slowly. The standard brake pads and the wear indica- Loading tors are not designed for racetrack operation.

  • Page 288: Saving Fuel

    DRIVING TIPS Saving fuel Saving fuel Vehicle features and options This chapter describes model-specific equip- ment, systems, and functions that are currently available, or may become available in the fu- ture, even if they are not present in the vehicle. Additional information: Vehicle equipment, refer to page 8.
  • Page 289 Saving fuel DRIVING TIPS Online Edition for Part no. 01405A88034 - VI/23 OwnersManuals2.com...

  • Page 290: Mobility Refueling

    MOBILITY Refueling Refueling Vehicle features and options Safety information This chapter describes model-specific equip- NOTICE ment, systems, and functions that are currently With a range below 30 miles/50 km, the available, or may become available in the fu- engine may no longer have sufficient fuel. ture, even if they are not present in the vehicle.
  • Page 291 Refueling MOBILITY Emergency unlocking the retaining strap is not jammed or crushed when closing the cap. It may be necessary in certain situations to un- lock the fuel filler flap manually, for instance with an electrical malfunction. Opening Have the fuel filler flap unlocked by an author- To open the fuel filler flap, press on the rear ized service center or another qualified service edge, arrow.

  • Page 292: Wheels And Tires

    MOBILITY Wheels and tires Wheels and tires Vehicle features and options sure specifications apply to the tire sizes ap- proved by the vehicle manufacturer for the cor- responding vehicle types. This chapter describes model-specific equip- To identify the correct tire inflation pressure, ment, systems, and functions that are currently please note the following: available, or may become available in the fu-...
  • Page 293 Wheels and tires MOBILITY Tire inflation pressures up to tires or tires at the same temperature as the ambient temperature. 100 mph/160 km/h Only check the tire inflation pressure levels For speeds of up to 100 mph/160 km/h and for when the tires are cold, i.e.: optimum driving comfort, follow the tire infla- ▷...
  • Page 294 MOBILITY Wheels and tires M3 CS Tire size Pressure specifications in bar/PSI Tire size Pressure specifications in Rear: 285/30 ZR 2.3 / 33 bar/PSI 20 99 Y XL Specifications Front: 285/30 2.2 / 32 in bar/PSI with ZR 20 99 Y XL cold tires Rear: 295/25 ZR 2.6 / 38...
  • Page 295 Wheels and tires MOBILITY Tire pressure values over Tire size Pressure specifications 100 mph/160 km/h in bar/PSI Specifications in M3, M3 Competition bar/PSI with Without M Driver’s Package: cold tires Tire size Pressure specifications in bar/PSI 275/35 R 19 100 2.5 / 36 2.8 / 41 V XL M+S...
  • Page 296 MOBILITY Wheels and tires M3 CS Tire size Pressure specifications in bar/PSI Tire size Pressure specifications in Rear: 285/30 2.8 / 41 bar/PSI ZR 20 99 Y XL Specifications Front: 285/30 2.9 / 42 in bar/PSI with ZR 20 99 Y XL cold tires Rear: 295/25 ZR 3.2 / 46...
  • Page 297 Wheels and tires MOBILITY Uniform Tire Quality Grading door B-pillar. Divide the tire load by 1.1. It must be greater than one-half of the vehicle’s Gross Quality grades can be found where applicable Axle Weight Rating – GAWR. Note, front vs. on the tire sidewall between tread shoulder rear GAWR and tire loads, respectively.
  • Page 298 MOBILITY Wheels and tires Temperature and 0.16 in/4 mm for winter and all-season tires, or observe the statutory regulations on The temperature grades are A, the highest, B, minimum tread depth. and C, representing the tire's resistance to the generation of heat and its ability to dissipate heat when tested under controlled conditions Minimum tread depth on a specified indoor laboratory test wheel.
  • Page 299 Wheels and tires MOBILITY Suitable wheels and tires ▷ Tire pressure too low. ▷ Vehicle overloading. General information ▷ Incorrect tire storage. Only certain wheel/tire combinations are suit- Safety information able depending on vehicle and equipment. The vehicle manufacturer determines wheel/ tire combinations on the basis of the following Warning criteria:...
  • Page 300 MOBILITY Wheels and tires Retreaded tires vehicle type. Following tire damage, have the original wheel/tire combination remounted on the vehicle as soon as possible. Warning Retreated tires can have different tire casing Recommended tire brands structures. With advanced age the service life can be limited.
  • Page 301 Wheels and tires MOBILITY Winter tires can be identified by the moun- ▷ Set the parking brake. tain/snowflake icon and the letters M+S on the ▷ Turn the steering wheel until the front tire sidewall. wheels are in the straight-ahead position and engage the steering wheel lock.
  • Page 302 MOBILITY Wheels and tires Check the tire pressures when the tires are cold. Warning Bring the sport tires to temperature with a When driving with sport tires on wet roads or moderate, modified driving style when using race tracks, driving safety may be impaired in them on the racetrack.
  • Page 303 Wheels and tires MOBILITY Tire repair set Sealant bottle and filler hose Principle With the tire repair set, minor tire damage can be sealed temporarily to enable continued driving. General information ▷ The filled in tire sealant closes the damage from the inside when it hardens.
  • Page 304 MOBILITY Wheels and tires ▷ Turn the steering wheel until the front Connect the filler hose to the outlet of the wheels are in the straight-ahead position sealant bottle and turn clockwise by 90° to and engage the steering wheel lock. the stop.
  • Page 305 Wheels and tires MOBILITY an authorized service center or another quali- fied service center or repair shop. NOTICE The compressor can overheat during ex- Minimum tire inflation pressure is tended operation. There is a risk of damage reached to property. Do not run the compressor for more than 10 minutes.
  • Page 306 MOBILITY Wheels and tires Unscrew the valve cap from the wheel and Do not exceed a maximum distance travelled screw the connecting piece of the hose of 125 miles/200 km. onto the valve. Re-initialize the flat tire monitor or reset the Tire Pressure Monitor.
  • Page 307 Wheels and tires MOBILITY Tire pressure monitor Fine-link snow chains The manufacturer of the vehicle recommends the use of fine-link snow chains. Certain types Principle of fine-link snow chains have been tested by The Tire Pressure Monitor monitors the tire the manufacturer of the vehicle and recom- pressure and issues a warning if the tire pres- mended as road-safe and suitable.
  • Page 308 MOBILITY Wheels and tires Functional requirements "Tire selection" "Manual" The following prerequisites must be met for the system; otherwise, reliable notification of a "Tire type" tire pressure loss is not assured: Select the tire size for the rear axle. ▷ Every time a tire or wheel is changed, the For tires with special approval: correct details on the mounted tires must...
  • Page 309 An icon with service information is shown on "Tire Pressure Monitor" the control display and, if necessary, in the My Make sure that the tire settings are correct. BMW App. Tire settings, refer to page 308. Online Edition for Part no. 01405A88034 - VI/23 OwnersManuals2.com...
  • Page 310 MOBILITY Wheels and tires Measure Icon Possible cause Reduce the vehicle speed. Do not exceed a Leak detected on the tire. speed of 80 mph/130 km/h. At the next opportunity, for instance at a fill- ing station, check the tire inflation pressure in all four tires and correct if necessary.
  • Page 311 Wheels and tires MOBILITY Safety information Icon Possible cause There is a tire pressure loss. Warning No reset was performed for the sys- A damaged regular tire with low or no tire tem. The system issues a warning inflation pressure impacts handling such as based on the tire inflation pressures steering and braking response.
  • Page 312 MOBILITY Wheels and tires Actions in the event of a flat tire Malfunction Identify the damaged tire. Message Check the tire pressure in all four tires, for instance using the tire pressure display The yellow warning light flashes and is from a tire repair set.
  • Page 313 Wheels and tires MOBILITY General information tires as soon as possible, and inflate them to the proper pressure. Driving on a significantly The system detects tire pressure loss on the under-inflated tire causes the tire to overheat basis of rotation speed differences between and can lead to tire failure.
  • Page 314 MOBILITY Wheels and tires flat tire. Initialization is started by confirming Icon Possible cause the tire inflation pressures. There is a flat tire or a major tire Do not initialize the system when driving with pressure loss. snow chains. Apps menu Measure "Vehicle"...
  • Page 315 Wheels and tires MOBILITY Changing wheels/tires and risk of damage to property. Only use the jack to change an emergency or spare wheel in the event of a breakdown. General information When a tire repair set is used, the wheel does not always need to be changed immediately Warning in the event of a breakdown when there is tire...
  • Page 316 MOBILITY Wheels and tires able objects, for instance rocks, under the proper side of the wheels of both the front and NOTICE rear axles to block the car from rolling downhill. Using an impact wrench to loosen or tighten the wheel lock bolt can damage the wheel Lug bolt lock lock bolt.
  • Page 317 Wheels and tires MOBILITY Safety precautions Jacking up the vehicle ▷ Park the vehicle on solid and non-slip ground at a safe distance from road traffic. Warning ▷ Turn on the hazard warning system. Hands and fingers can be jammed when us- ▷...
  • Page 318 MOBILITY Wheels and tires After the wheel change Take your hand away from the jack as soon as the jack is under load and continue turn- Tighten the lug bolts crosswise. The tight- ing the jack crank handle or lever with one ening torque is 101 lbs ft/140 Nm.
  • Page 319 Wheels and tires MOBILITY moderately and do not exceed a speed of 50 mph/80 km/h. Overview The emergency wheel and wheel change set are located in a bag in the cargo area. Removing the emergency wheel Loosen the strap at the buckles. Detach the snap hooks of the tensioning straps at the lashing eyes.

  • Page 320: Engine Compartment

    MOBILITY Engine compartment Engine compartment Vehicle features and options available, or may become available in the fu- ture, even if they are not present in the vehicle. Additional information: This chapter describes model-specific equip- ment, systems, and functions that are currently Vehicle equipment, refer to page 8.
  • Page 321 Engine compartment MOBILITY Hood Warning Body parts can be jammed when opening Safety information and closing the hood. There is a risk of in- jury. Make sure that the area of movement of hood is clear while opening and closing. Warning Improperly executed work in the engine com- partment can damage vehicle components...
  • Page 322 MOBILITY Engine compartment 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. 01405A88034 - VI/23 OwnersManuals2.com...

  • Page 323: Operating Materials

    Operating materials MOBILITY Operating materials Vehicle features and options Safety information This chapter describes model-specific equip- Caution ment, systems, and functions that are currently The use of poor-quality fuels may result in available, or may become available in the fu- harmful engine deposits or damage.
  • Page 324 Recommended gas quality Different Check Control messages are shown on the control display depending on the engine BMW recommends AKI 93. oil level and engine oil properties. Minimum fuel grade The vehicle manufacturer recommends having the engine oil changed by an authorized serv- BMW recommends AKI 91.
  • Page 325 Operating materials MOBILITY System limits NOTICE When making frequent short-distance trips or using a sporty driving style, it may not be pos- Engine oil that is not changed in timely fash- sible to calculate a measured value. In this ion can cause increased engine wear and case, the measured value for the last, suffi- thus engine damage.
  • Page 326 MOBILITY Operating materials Adding engine oil Overview The oil filler neck is located in the engine com- General information partment. Only add engine oil when the message is dis- Additional information: played in the instrument cluster. The top-up For an overview, refer to page 320. quantity is indicated in the message shown on the control display.
  • Page 327 The vehicle manufacturer recommends using coolant with If an engine oil suitable for continuous use the BMW LC-18 specification. Do not mix cool- is not available, up to 1 US quart/liter of an ant additives of different colors. Use a 50:50 engine oil with the following oil rating can be mixing ratio of water to coolant additive.
  • Page 328 MOBILITY Operating materials Adding coolant NOTICE Let the engine cool down. Too much water reduces the cooling and an- Opening the hood. tifreeze properties of the coolant. There is a Opening, refer to page 321. risk of damage to property. Use a 50:50 mix- Turn the lid of the coolant reservoir slightly ing ratio of water to coolant additive.
  • Page 329 Follow the usage instructions on the washer fluid container. Use of BMW’s Windshield Washer Concen- trate or the equivalent is recommended. Warning The washer fluid reservoir is located in the en- Washer fluid can ignite and catch fire on con- gine compartment.

  • Page 330: Maintenance

    Vehicle equipment, refer to page 8. Information on the service notifications is con- tinuously stored in the vehicle key. An author- BMW maintenance system ized service center can read this data out and suggest a maintenance scope for the vehicle.
  • Page 331 Maintenance MOBILITY Diagnostic socket Position General information Devices connected to the diagnostic socket will trigger the alarm system after locking the vehi- cle. Remove devices connected to the diagnostic socket before locking the vehicle. Additional information: Indicator/warning lights, refer to page 134. There is a diagnostic socket on the driver’s side for reading out vehicle data.

  • Page 332: Replacing Components

    MOBILITY Replacing components Replacing components Vehicle features and options NOTICE Folded-out wipers can be jammed when the This chapter describes model-specific equip- hood is opened. There is a risk of damage to ment, systems, and functions that are currently property. Make sure that the wipers with the available, or may become available in the fu- wiper blades mounted are folded down onto ture, even if they are not present in the vehicle.
  • Page 333 Replacing components MOBILITY All headlights and lights are designed using More information on the battery can be re- LED technology at least. quested from an authorized service center or another qualified service center or repair shop. In the event of a malfunction, the vehicle man- ufacturer recommends having an authorized Safety information service center or another qualified service cen-...
  • Page 334 MOBILITY Replacing components Long stationary periods A discharged battery is indicated by a red indicator light. General information Charge the battery when acceleration is insuffi- The vehicle battery permits stationary periods cient. of approx. 6 weeks. The maximum charging voltage is 14.4 volts. If the vehicle is stationary for a longer period, The following circumstances can have a nega- charge the vehicle battery every 6 weeks to...
  • Page 335 The fuses are located at different places in the vehicle. Information on the fuse layout and the posi- tions of the fuse boxes is available on the In- ternet: fusecard.bmw.com. Safety information Warning Incorrect and repaired fuses can overload electrical lines and components. There is a risk of fire.

  • Page 336: Breakdown Assistance

    BMW Assist Principle In the event of a breakdown, accident or if you have any questions about the vehicle, BMW Assist can be used to contact BMW Group's customer support. The warning triangle is located on the inside of the tailgate.
  • Page 337 It may be Principle necessary to approve this on the control dis- play. BMW Group Roadside Assistance can be con- tacted if assistance is needed in the event of a Teleservice Help breakdown. Depending on the country, Teleservice Help...
  • Page 338 In addition, a text message appears on the control display. Intelligent emergency call When BMW Accident Assistance is triggered, data on the vehicle's condition is sent to BMW. Principle Functional requirements In case of an emergency, an emergency call can be triggered automatically by the system ▷...
  • Page 339 Breakdown Assistance MOBILITY Functional requirements Even if the BMW Response Center is no longer heard through the loudspeakers, the ▷ Standby state is switched on. BMW Response Center may still be able to ▷ The Assist system is functional. hear the occupants of the vehicle.
  • Page 340 MOBILITY Breakdown Assistance Attach the terminal clamp on the other end of the cable to the positive battery terminal, Warning or to the corresponding jump-start terminal If the jumper cables are connected in the of the vehicle to be started. incorrect order, spark formation may occur.
  • Page 341 Breakdown Assistance MOBILITY Collision Mitigation and Cruise Control before Rolling or pushing the vehicle, refer to towing. page 116. Tow truck Manual transmission Safety information Warning The vehicle can become damaged when lift- ing and securing it. There is a risk of injury or risk of damage to property.
  • Page 342 MOBILITY Breakdown Assistance ▷ Lift the vehicle using suitable means. a risk of accident. Make sure that the gross vehicle weight of the towing vehicle is heavier ▷ Do not lift or secure the vehicle by its tow than the vehicle to be towed. fitting, body parts, or suspension parts.
  • Page 343 Breakdown Assistance MOBILITY Tow fitting Safety information General information NOTICE If the tow fitting is not used as intended, there may be damage to the vehicle or to the tow fitting. There is a risk of damage to property. Follow the notes on using the tow fitting. Screw thread for tow fitting The screw-in tow fitting should always be car- ried in the vehicle.

  • Page 344: Vehicle Care

    MOBILITY Vehicle Care Vehicle Care Vehicle features and options Steam cleaner and high pressure cleaner This chapter describes model-specific equip- Safety information ment, systems, and functions that are currently available, or may become available in the fu- ture, even if they are not present in the vehicle. NOTICE Additional information: When cleaning with high pressure cleaners,...
  • Page 345 In a car wash, the vehicle must be able to roll General information freely. BMW recommends using vehicle care and Some car washes do not permit persons in the cleaning agents from BMW. Suitable vehicle vehicle. The vehicle cannot be locked from the care products are available from an authorized outside when in selector lever position N.
  • Page 346 MOBILITY Vehicle Care pollen can affect the vehicle paintwork. Tailor Immediately remove aggressive substances, the frequency and extent of the vehicle care to e.g., sunscreen, to prevent alterations or dis- these influences. colorations of the synthetic leather. Aggressive substances such as spilled fuel, oil, Fabric care grease or bird droppings must be removed im- mediately to prevent alterations or discolora-...
  • Page 347 Vehicle Care MOBILITY Caring for special components Rubber components Environmental influences can cause surface Displays, operating elements, and contamination of rubber parts and a loss of protective glass of the Head-up gloss. Use only water and suitable cleaning display agents for cleaning. Treat especially worn rubber parts with rubber care products at regular intervals.
  • Page 348 MOBILITY Vehicle Care Sensors and camera lenses Seat belts To clean sensors and camera lenses, use a cloth moistened with a small amount of glass Warning detergent. Chemical solvent cleaners can destroy the fabric of the seat belts and lead to seat belts Taking the vehicle out of service no longer having their protective effect.
  • Page 349 Vehicle Care MOBILITY Online Edition for Part no. 01405A88034 - VI/23 OwnersManuals2.com...

  • Page 350: Reference

    The dimensions can vary depending on the The height of the vehicle can also differ, e.g. model version, equipment version or country- due to tires and vehicle load. specific measurement procedure. BMW M3 Series Sedan Width with mirrors in/mm 81.4/2,068 Width without mirrors in/mm 75.5/1,918...
  • Page 351 4,949/2,245 Payload lbs/kg 860/390 Approved front axle weight lbs/kg 2,480/1,125 Approved rear axle weight lbs/kg 2,646/1,200 BMW M3 Competition Sedan with M xDrive Permissible gross weight lbs/kg 4,982/2,260 Payload lbs/kg 860/390 Approved front axle weight lbs/kg 2,480/1,125 Approved rear axle weight...

  • Page 352: Appendix

    REFERENCE Appendix Appendix General information Any updates to the Owner's Manual of the ve- hicle are listed here. Updates made after the editorial deadline The following chapters were updated in the printed version of the Owner's Manual after the editorial deadline for the Integrated Own- er's Manual in the vehicle had closed: ▷...
  • Page 353 Appendix REFERENCE Online Edition for Part no. 01405A88034 - VI/23 OwnersManuals2.com...

  • Page 354: Everything From A To Z

    Alarm system Acceleration sensor, see G-Meter All-season tires, see Winter tires Accessories and parts All-season tires, tread Accident Assistance, see BMW Accident Assis- All-wheel drive, see M xDrive tance Amazon Alexa Car Integration Accident prevention, see Active Protection Ambient light...
  • Page 355 BMW ID Automatic Hold BMW iDrive Automatic locking BMW Intelligent Personal Assistant Automatic Parking Assistant BMW Live Cockpit Plus, see BMW Curved Dis- Automatic program, automatic climate con- play trol BMW Live Cockpit Professional, see BMW Automatic time setting Curved Display...
  • Page 356 Climate control Car wash view Closing with the Key Card Catalytic converter, see Hot exhaust gas sys- Closing with the smartphone, see BMW Digital CBS, see Condition Based Service Clothes hooks Cell phone, see Owner's Manual for Naviga- Coat hooks...
  • Page 357 Diagnostic connection Plus Diagnostic socket Coolant Differential lock Coolant level Digital Key Cooling, maximum Digital Key, see BMW Digital Key Cooling system Dimensions Cornering light Dimmable interior mirror Corrosion, brake disks Dimming exterior mirror Cosmetic mirror Direct dial buttons, see Shortcuts...
  • Page 358 REFERENCE Everything from A to Z Display lighting, see Instrument lighting Display panel, see Instrument cluster Displays Electric steering wheel lock Displays and icons Electronic oil measurement Displays for the vehicle, see Live Vehicle Electronic Stability Program ESP, see Dynamic Display speed limit, see Speed Limit Info Stability Control Disposal, coolant...
  • Page 359 Everything from A to Z REFERENCE Event Data Recorder EDR Floor carpet, care Exchange, wheels and tires Floor mats, care Exhaust gas particulate filter Fold-away position, wiper Exhaust gas system Fold-out position Exhaust gas system sound Foot brake Exhaust, see Exhaust gas system Forward Collision Mitigation Exterior lighting, locked vehicle Forward Collision Warning, see Forward Colli-...
  • Page 360 Manual for Navigation, Entertainment, Com- Hotline, see Customer support munication Hour, see Time Gross vehicle weight, approved Guest profile, see BMW ID iBrake – PostCrash Ice warning, see Outside temperature Handbrake, see Parking brake Icons and displays Hand-held transmitter, alternating code...
  • Page 361 Lights, care Light switch LIM button, see Manual Speed Limiter List, instrument cluster, see Selection lists Kenaf, care Live Cockpit Plus, see BMW Curved Display Key Card Live Cockpit Professional, see BMW Curved Keyless Go, see Comfort Access Display Key, mechanical...
  • Page 362 Maximum speed, winter tires Multifunction steering wheel, buttons M Brake M xDrive M Carbon ceramic brake My BMW app, see Owner's Manual for Naviga- M Compound brake tion, Entertainment, Communication M differential, active MDM, see M Dynamic Mode M Drift Analyzer...
  • Page 363 Parts and accessories Opening and closing the trunk lid Pathway lighting Opening with the Key Card Pathway lighting, turning on Opening with the smartphone, see BMW Digi- Payload tal Key Payload, technical data Operating condition of the vehicle PDC, see Park Distance Control...
  • Page 364 Communication Reset, Tire Pressure Monitor Radio stations, see Owner's Manual for Navi- Reset, vehicle settings gation, Entertainment, Communication Restricted Driving, see BMW Digital Key Rain sensor RESUME button, Active Cruise Control READY display, instrument cluster, see RESUME button, Cruise Control...
  • Page 365 Setting the time, see Time Shift lights Shift paddles on the steering wheel Safe braking Shift point display Safe Share function, see BMW Digital Key Shift recommendation for fuel-efficient driving, Safety and warning, see Collision warning sys- see Shift point display tems...
  • Page 366 Technical changes, see For Your Own Safety Starting aid terminals Technical data Starting, see Drive-ready state Technology, BMW M Starting the engine, see Drive-ready state Telephone, see Owner's Manual for Naviga- Starting the engine with the Key Card tion, Entertainment and Communication...
  • Page 367 Entertainment, Communication Use, intended Traffic Jam Assistant, see Assisted Driving User, see BMW ID Mode Plus Using menus, see BMW iDrive Traffic jam assistant, see Steering and Lane Control Assistant Transmission, manual transmission Transmission, see M Steptronic Sport trans-...
  • Page 368 Widgets, instrument cluster, see Central dis- Version Software, see Remote Software Up- play area grade Width, vehicle Video recording, see BMW Drive Recorder Wi-Fi connection, see Owner's Manual for Video, see Owner's Manual for Navigation, En- Navigation, Entertainment, Communication tertainment and Communication...
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  • Page 371 California Proposition 65 Warning For vehicles sold in California: Online Edition for Part no. 01405A88034 - VI/23 OwnersManuals2.com...
  • Page 372 BMW DRIVER'S GUIDE APP. YOUR DIGITAL VEHICLE INFORMATION. The BMW Driver's Guide app explains the equipment of your vehicle and offers further scopes and functions: All information surrounding navigation, entertainment and communication Photorealistic animations for various vehicle functions Keyword search 360°...

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