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  • Page 1 Content OWNER'S MANUAL. BMW XM. Online Edition for Part no. 01405A8A608 - VI/23...
  • Page 3 The more familiar you are with the vehicle, the better control you will have on the road. We therefore strongly suggest the following: Read this Owner's Manual before starting off in your new BMW. Also use the Integrated Owner's Manual in the vehicle. It contains important notes on vehicle operation that will help you make full use of the technical features available in your BMW.

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    CONTROLS Dashboard ......................Sensors of the vehicle ..................Operating condition of the vehicle ..............BMW iDrive ......................BMW Remote Software Upgrade ..............Personal settings ....................Opening and closing ..................Seats, mirrors and steering wheel ..............Transporting children safely ................Driving .........................
  • Page 5 © 2023 Bayerische Motoren Werke Aktiengesellschaft Munich, Germany Reprinting, including excerpts, only with the written consent of BMW AG, Munich. US English ID8 VI/23, - Printed on environmentally friendly paper, bleached without chlorine, suitable for recycling. Online Edition for Part no. 01405A8A608 - 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. function is currently available in the vehicle or when the function can be installed in the ve- ▷ Second possibility. hicle, contact an authorized service center or another qualified service center. Icons on vehicle parts A claim for the availability of equipment, a sys- This symbol on a vehicle component tem or a function in the vehicle cannot be de-...
  • 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 Specifications for maintenance measures: vehicle in a well-ventilated area and wear gloves or wash your hands frequently when ▷ BMW maintenance system. servicing the vehicle. For more information Maintenance, refer to page 372. go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov/passenger- ▷...
  • Page 11 Information NOTES If the vehicle is not maintained or is improperly ▷ Status messages for the vehicle and its maintained, this could result in serious dam- individual components, e.g., wheel RPM, age to the vehicle. wheel speed, deceleration, lateral accelera- tion, engaged seat belt indicator.
  • Page 12 NOTES Information tion can be read out from the vehicle together This data can be stored locally in the vehicle or with the vehicle identification number. is found on a device that has been connected to the vehicle, e.g., a smartphone, USB stick or An authorized service center or another quali- MP3 player.
  • Page 13 Information NOTES to be used. These include online services and in understanding how a vehicle’s systems per- apps supplied by the vehicle manufacturer or formed. The EDR is designed to record data by other providers. related to the driving dynamics and safety sys- tems for a short time: max.
  • 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 However, NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you, your dealer, or BMW of North America, LLC. To contact NHTSA, you may call the Vehicle Safety Hotline toll-free at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY: 1-800-424-9153); go to http://www.safercar.gov; or write to: Adminis- trator, NHTSA, 1200 New Jersey Avenue, SE.,...

  • Page 16: Safety Of The High-Voltage System

    NOTES Safety of the high-voltage system Safety of the high-voltage system Vehicle features and options ▷ Water in the footwell, for instance after a rainstorm when the window was kept open. ▷ The vehicle is in water up to the allowed This chapter describes model-specific equip- height.
  • Page 17 Safety of the high-voltage system NOTES Actions in the event of a message While driving Stop immediately. Park the vehicle in a safe place. Exit the vehicle. Establish and keep a sufficient distance to the vehicle. Alert emergency personnel. During and shortly after charging If necessary, exit the vehicle.

  • Page 18: 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 19 Getting in QUICK REFERENCE Displays, control elements Panic mode You can trigger the alarm system if you find yourself in a dangerous situation. In the vicinity of the steering wheel ▷ Press the button on the vehicle key and hold for at least 3 seconds. ▷...
  • Page 20 Activating the voice control system BMW iDrive Press the button on the steering wheel briefly. Principle Say the command. BMW iDrive is the vehicle’s display and oper- ating concept and includes a wide range of Canceling voice control functions. Buttons on the Controller ▷...

  • Page 21: Set-Up And Use

    Set-up and use QUICK REFERENCE Set-up and use Seats, mirrors and steering Adjusting the exterior mirrors wheel Adjusting seats Icon Meaning Fold the exterior mirror in and out. Backrest width Adjust the exterior mirrors. 2 Thigh support 3 Longitudinal direction/height/seat tilt 4 Upper backrest Select exterior mirror, Automatic Curb Monitor.
  • Page 22 QUICK REFERENCE Set-up and use Infotainment Memory function Principle Navigation destination input The following settings can be stored and, if Navigation menu necessary, retrieved using the memory func- "Destination input" tion: A search box and entered information such ▷ Seat position. as the search history are displayed.
  • Page 23 Set-up and use QUICK REFERENCE 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 24: On The Road

    QUICK REFERENCE On the road On the road Driving M Steptronic Sport transmission Engaging selector lever position D/S, Drive-ready state N, R Turning on the drive-ready state Close the driver's door. Depress the brake pedal. Press the Start/Stop button. ▷ Reverse R.
  • Page 25 On the road QUICK REFERENCE Light and view Turn signal, high beams, headlight flasher Turn signal Press button P. Parking brake Setting the parking brake Pull the switch. The LED on the switch and the indica- ▷ Flashing: press the lever past the resist- tor light in the instrument cluster are ance point.
  • Page 26 QUICK REFERENCE On the road Lights and lighting Window wiper system Buttons in the vehicle Turning on window wiper system Icon Function Exterior lighting menu. Automatic headlight control. Low beams. Exterior lighting off. Exterior lighting off. Press the lever up until the desired position is reached.
  • Page 27 On the road QUICK REFERENCE Activating/deactivating rain sensor Rear wiper Switching on the rear wiper Enable: press lever up once from the 0 posi- tion, arrow 1. Turn the outer switch upward. Disable: press lever back into the 0 position. ▷...
  • Page 28 QUICK REFERENCE On the road Buttons, automatic climate control Icon Function Temperature. Air conditioning. Maximum cooling. Air recirculation mode. Icon Function Defrost function. Automatic recirculated-air con- trol. Rear window defroster. Fresh air. Buttons, rear automatic climate control Air flow. Icon Function Air distribution.
  • Page 29 On the road QUICK REFERENCE Intermediate stop Fuel cap To open the fuel filler flap, press on the rear edge, arrow. The fuel filler flap opens. Refueling Ventilate the tank Overpressure caused by gasoline vapors may form in the fuel tank. Before opening, ventilate the tank to equalize the pressure.
  • Page 30 QUICK REFERENCE On the road Displaying the engine oil level ing socket flap and charging socket and the charging cable plug as necessary, for instance Apps menu remove snow. "Vehicle" If necessary, unlock the charging cable before "Vehicle status" removing. "Engine oil level"...
  • Page 31 On the road QUICK REFERENCE Hazard warning system button ConnectedDrive BMW Assistance Contact BMW Assistance for information and support for all aspects of the vehicle. Apps menu "All apps" "BMW Assist" Select the desired service. Follow the displays on the control display.

  • Page 32: 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 for the windows and 5 Seating comfort features...
  • Page 33 Dashboard CONTROLS Turn signal Selecting menu contents in instru- ment cluster Changing the station/track, see High beams, headlight flasher Owner's Manual for Navigation, Entertainment, Communication Telephone, see Owner's Manual Automatic High Beam Assistant for Navigation, Entertainment and Communication Trip data Thumbwheel for selecting con- figuration menus for instrument cluster and Head-up display...
  • Page 34 CONTROLS Dashboard Exterior lighting menu Unlocking the hood Driving lights automatic Tank ventilation system Low beams Adaptive lighting functions Exterior lighting off In the vicinity of the center console Control display Radio/multimedia, see Owner's Manual for Navigation, Entertainment, and Communi- 2 Ventilation cation Hazard warning system...
  • Page 35 Dashboard CONTROLS 4 Button for glove compartment M Hybrid 5 Controller with buttons Hill Descent Control Sound control Parking brake Turning drive-ready state on/off Automatic Hold Parking assistance systems M Setup Panorama view M MODE Dynamic Stability Control 11 Selector lever In the vicinity of the headliner Emergency Call, SOS Indicator light, front passenger...
  • Page 36 CONTROLS Dashboard Reading lights Interior lights Online Edition for Part no. 01405A8A608 - VI/23...

  • Page 37: 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 38 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 39 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 387. ▷ Vehicle care, refer to page 388. 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 40 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 387. ▷ Vehicle care, refer to page 388. System limits of the ultrasonic sensors The detection of objects with ultrasonic meas-...
  • Page 41 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 42: 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 43 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 44 Functional requirements Electric drive-ready state is possible, if the pre- requisites for electric driving are fulfilled. Additional information: BMW eDRIVE, refer to page 115. Online Edition for Part no. 01405A8A608 - VI/23...
  • Page 45 Operating condition of the vehicle CONTROLS Display in the instrument cluster When the drive-ready state is switched on, READY is dis- played in the instrument cluster. Combustion engine start The combustion engine is started under the following conditions when the drive-ready state is switched on: ▷...

  • Page 46: Bmw Idrive

    Main menu Principle General information BMW iDrive is the vehicle’s display and oper- ating concept and includes a wide range of The main menu is divided into different areas. functions. Overview General information...
  • Page 47 BMW iDrive CONTROLS Menu bar Android Auto© menu Depending on national-market version with Menu Apps associated function: Access to Android Auto. Android Auto enables the secure use of certain Access to apps and vehicle functions. A functions of a compatible Android smartphone filter can be selected.
  • Page 48 Meaning Sound output deactivated. Function is activated. Activation word active. Function is deactivated. BMW ID or driver profile. Enabling/disabling audible feedback Destination guidance active. For some functions, audio confirmation is Go to quick access. given, e.g., sounds are emitted when operating the control display.
  • Page 49 BMW iDrive CONTROLS "Sound" Shortcuts can only be created with an active BMW ID or a driver profile. Select the desired setting. Executing a function Quick access Swipe from top to bottom on the control The quick link provides access to shortcuts, display.
  • Page 50 Principle Warning Devices connected to the vehicle via a cable The BMW Curved Display is a single-screen such as mobile phones or loose objects can display in the instrument panel that is curved be thrown through the vehicle interior while towards the driver.
  • Page 51 BMW iDrive CONTROLS Switching the control display on/off Overview manually Swipe from top to bottom on the control display. "Screen off" Tap the control display to turn it on again. Setting the brightness Apps menu "Vehicle" Controller "Displays" Buttons on the Controller "Control display"...
  • Page 52 CONTROLS BMW iDrive Selecting menu items Turn the Controller until the desired menu item is highlighted. Press the Controller. Adjusting the main display The main display can be adjusted in the main menu. ▷ Press the Controller to select a menu option, for example.
  • Page 53 BMW iDrive CONTROLS Entering letters and numbers Setting the system language, refer to page 57. ▷ Enter characters as they are displayed on the control display. Deleting an entry ▷ Always enter associated characters such as accents or periods so that the letter can be Icon Function clearly recognized.
  • Page 54 CONTROLS BMW iDrive Using alphabetical lists Calling up the context menu Alphabetical lists with more than 30 entries Depending on the menu item, a context menu permit a direct jump to letters for which an en- with additional options can be displayed.
  • Page 55 Get suggestions, refer to page 58. Assistant Activating the voice control system Principle General information The BMW Intelligent Personal Assistant is a There are various methods for activating the personal assistant that enables natural voice voice control feature: operation of various vehicle functions. The...
  • Page 56 In addition to the preset activation word, a personal activation word can be set up with ▷ Press the button on the steering an active BMW ID or a driver profile. The per- wheel again. sonal activation word can also be changed or deleted.
  • Page 57 "Help" Apps menu "Example commands" "Vehicle" Sample commands for the current context are "System settings" displayed in the BMW Intelligent Personal As- "Language" sistant widget. Select the desired setting. Additional information: Adjust widgets, refer to page 54. Setting the response length...
  • Page 58 CONTROLS BMW iDrive "System settings" "Voice control" "Voice control" "Personal Assistant (BMW)" "Personal Assistant (BMW)" Select the desired setting. "Response length" Online speech processing Select the desired setting. Online speech processing improves the quality of the speech recognition and search results Speaking during voice output for points of interest.
  • Page 59 BMW iDrive CONTROLS Functional requirements "System settings" "Voice control" ▷ A BMW ID or driver profile is activated. "Long press" ▷ An active Amazon account must exist. Select the desired setting. Activating Amazon Alexa Car Integration Adjusting the volume Amazon Alexa Car Integration is activated in Turn the volume button during the voice guid- the vehicle and My BMW app if necessary.
  • Page 60 Select the desired setting. Principle Carrying out gestures Several iDrive functions can be operated by ▷ Perform gestures underneath the interior hand motion using BMW Gesture Control. mirror and next to the steering wheel. ▷ Execute gestures clearly. Overview ▷...
  • Page 61 BMW iDrive CONTROLS Possible gestures Gesture Operation Function Move extended index finger forward and Accept call. backward in the direction of the control Select a highlighted entry in a display. list during voice control. Confirm pop-up. Swipe the hand in front of the control Reject call.
  • Page 62 Objects are located on the interior mirror. Gesture shortcuts can only be created with an ▷ The camera lens is dirty, clean camera active BMW ID or a driver profile. lens. Configure gesture shortcut Sensors and camera lenses, refer to page 388.
  • Page 63 BMW iDrive CONTROLS General information a risk of accident. Only use the systems or devices when the traffic situation allows. As Detailed information on the functions and con- warranted, stop and use the systems and de- nection types can be found in the following vices while the vehicle is stationary.
  • Page 64 CONTROLS BMW iDrive Function Connection type Icon on the con- trol display Using Apple CarPlay via iDrive and Bluetooth and Wi-Fi. via voice control. Keyword: Bluetooth connection and Keyword: Apple CarPlay preparation. vehicle Wi-Fi. Using Android Auto via iDrive and via Bluetooth and Wi-Fi.

  • Page 65: 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 66 Download the upgrade using the My BMW Display in the ConnectedDrive customer portal: App on your smartphone. www.bmw-connecteddrive.com. Follow the instructions in the My BMW App. Connect your smartphone to the vehicle via Installing the upgrade Bluetooth audio and Wi-Fi.
  • Page 67 BMW Remote Software Upgrade CONTROLS ▷ The vehicle can be exited during the instal- ▷ Remove energy consuming devices such as lation. a mobile phone. ▷ Charging the vehicle is interrupted due to ▷ Disconnect any trailer or load carrier.
  • Page 68 Installing via the My BMW App If all requirements are met, you can also start Production of the vehicle the upgrade installation via the My BMW App. At the time of production at the plant, the Follow instructions in the My BMW App.

  • Page 69: 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 70 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 71 My BMW app on your smartphone and saved your BMW ID, the BMW ID is automatically If a BMW ID has been added to a vehicle, the transferred to the vehicle. vehicle is automatically added to the My BMW ▷...
  • Page 72 Removing BMW IDs stored in the vehicle. file of the last key detected is activated. ▷ Transferring the primary user role to an- If no BMW ID and no driver profile are as- other BMW ID. signed to this key, the guest profile is acti- ▷...
  • Page 73 It is not possible to assign a PIN to the Transfer of the vehicle key guest profile. A vehicle key that is assigned to a BMW ID or ▷ It is not possible to assign driver detection a driver profile can be used to view or change to the guest profile.
  • Page 74 The profile picture. The use of personal settings that are stored for ▷ The synchronization with the BMW Cloud. a BMW ID in other vehicles is subject to techni- cal limitations. For example, settings may be ▷ The personal salutation.

  • Page 75: 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 287.
  • Page 76 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 77 Opening and closing CONTROLS Safety information Unlocking the vehicle manually Pull and hold the door handle outward with one hand. Warning For some national-market versions, unlock- ing from the inside is only possible with par- ticular knowledge. If persons or animals spend a lengthy time in the vehicle and are thereby exposed to ex- treme temperatures, there is a risk of injury or danger to life.
  • Page 78 CONTROLS Opening and closing Emergency detection of the vehicle With the vehicle de-energized: pull the door opener of the other doors from the inside. Locking the vehicle manually General information To avoid locking the vehicle key in the vehicle, do not place the vehicle key in the vehicle. Overview It is not possible to switch on the drive-ready state if the vehicle key has not been detected.
  • Page 79 In addition, the following functions are exe- cuted: Warning ▷ If a BMW ID or a driver profile was assigned For some national-market versions, unlock- to the vehicle key, this BMW ID or driver ing from the inside is only possible with par- profile will be activated.
  • Page 80 Close the driver's door. ▷ Welcome lights, refer to page 163. ▷ BMW ID/driver profiles, refer to page 70. Press the button on the vehicle key. Actions during locking All vehicle access points are locked. Depending on the settings, the following func-...
  • Page 81 The fuel filler flap remains unlocked. Wet or snowy conditions may disrupt the lock- Additional information: ing request detection on the external door han- BMW Digital Key, refer to page 86. dles. Actions during unlocking In the case of a malfunction, unlock and lock...
  • Page 82 Additional information: Additional information: Settings, refer to page 91. BMW Digital Key, refer to page 86. With the Key Card Locking/unlocking the vehicle Principle The Key Card is a chip card on which the digi- tal key is installed.
  • Page 83 In this case, the cargo area can be opened with a smartphone. Additional information: BMW Digital Key, refer to page 86. Online Edition for Part no. 01405A8A608 - VI/23...
  • Page 84 CONTROLS Opening and closing In the interior Functional prerequisites ▷ Carry the vehicle key with you, e.g., in your Functional prerequisites pants pocket. To open the cargo area using the button in- ▷ Bluetooth must be activated on the smart- side, the trailer power socket must not be oc- phone to detect the Digital Key.
  • Page 85 General information In the event of an electrical malfunction in the When the BMW Digital Key is activated for the automatic tailgate, operate the unlocked tail- vehicle, a digital key can be used instead of the gate slowly with a smooth motion by hand.
  • Page 86 Follow instructions on the control display. BMW Digital Key Deactivating Key Card Principle Apps menu "Vehicle" BMW Digital Key allows the vehicle to be un- locked and locked, as well as started, with a "Doors and windows" compatible smartphone. "Digital Key" "Key Card"...
  • Page 87 You can begin the authorization process us- Deleted digital keys cannot be restored. ing the My BMW app or using your activation code in the corresponding smartphone func- Deleting the main digital key tion, e.g., the Wallet app. Both vehicle keys The main digital key can be deleted from the must be in the vehicle during activation.
  • Page 88 If necessary, select the digital key. Using the smartphone tray Delete the Digital Key. Resetting the function To reset the BMW Digital Key function, an au- thorized vehicle key must be located in the ve- hicle. When resetting the BMW Digital Key function, all digital keys including the main digital key will be deleted.
  • Page 89 Opening and closing CONTROLS Buttons for the central Changing smartphones locking system To use a new smartphone as a master Digital Key, activate the new smartphone according to the instructions for the master Digital Key. The General information previous master key is deleted when the new smartphone is activated.
  • Page 90 The closing process is automatic. "Valet parking mode" If necessary, "PIN" Valet parking mode If the active BMW ID does not have an as- signed PIN, this PIN must be set now. The Principle PIN is needed to deactivate the valet park- ing mode.
  • Page 91 Opening and closing CONTROLS Deactivating valet parking mode Automatic unlocking Apps menu Select the desired BMW ID on the lock screen. "Vehicle" 2. ▷ Enter the assigned PIN for the BMW ID. "Doors and windows" If you have forgotten the PIN: enter the "Lock/unlock"...
  • Page 92 CONTROLS Opening and closing Folding mirrors in automatically "Doors and windows" "Tailgate" Apps menu "Opening height" "Vehicle" Monitor the tailgate and set the desired "Doors and windows" opening height. "Lock/unlock" "Fold mirrors on lock/unlock" Alarm system Cargo area Principle Cargo area and doors The alarm system issues a visual and acoustic Apps menu signal when someone attempts to open the...
  • Page 93 The alarm system is not switched on if the vehicle is locked from a greater distance with the My BMW App or manually from the inside. The alarm system is switched off as soon as the vehicle is unlocked.
  • Page 94 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 useful if you frequently use the same parking General information garage, for example.
  • Page 95 Additional information: Power windows BMW Digital Key, refer to page 86. Functional prerequisites Functional requirements ▷ Carry the vehicle key with you, for instance in your pants pocket.
  • Page 96 CONTROLS Opening and closing Safety switch The window closes automatically. Pulling again stops the motion. Principle Jam protection system The safety switch can be used to prevent chil- Principle dren, for instance, from opening and closing the rear windows using the switches in the The jam protection prevents objects or body rear.

  • Page 97: 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 98 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 99 Seats, mirrors and steering wheel CONTROLS Thigh support Adjusting the backrest width ▷ Press the front section of the but- Multifunctional seat ton: The backrest width decreases. ▷ Press the rear section of the button: The backrest width increases. Upper backrest Principle The upper backrest supports the back in the Push the switch in the front or back.
  • Page 100 CONTROLS Seats, mirrors and steering wheel General information If needed, the memory position for the front passenger seat can be stored. Eight different massage programs can be se- lected: Overview ▷ Hip activation. ▷ Upper-body activation. Buttons in the vehicle ▷...
  • Page 101 Seats, mirrors and steering wheel CONTROLS Seat belts Adjusting the massage program Apps menu General information "Vehicle" "Seat comfort" The vehicle is fitted with five seat belts to en- Select desired seat. sure occupant safety. However, they can only offer protection when adjusted correctly. "Seat massage"...
  • Page 102 CONTROLS Seats, mirrors and steering wheel ries, for instance in the event of an accident, ▷ Avoid thick clothing. braking or evasive maneuvers. There is a risk ▷ Re-tighten the seat belt frequently upward of injury or danger to life. Make sure that all around your upper body area.
  • Page 103 Seats, mirrors and steering wheel CONTROLS 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 104 Press switch up or down. The exterior mirror adjustment is stored in the active BMW ID or in the active driver profile. If Adjusting the distance the BMW ID or the driver profile is reactivated...
  • Page 105 Seats, mirrors and steering wheel CONTROLS Safety information Malfunction In case of an electrical malfunction, adjust the exterior mirror by pressing on the edges of the Warning mirror glass. Objects reflected in the mirror are closer than they appear. The distance to the road users Folding in/folding out the exterior behind could be incorrectly estimated, for in- mirrors...
  • Page 106 General information General information The steering wheel adjustment is stored in the active BMW ID or in the active driver profile. If The interior mirror is dimmed automatically. the BMW ID or the driver profile is reactivated Photocells are used for control: at a later time, the stored position is called up automatically.
  • Page 107 Seats, mirrors and steering wheel CONTROLS Adjusting the steering wheel position Warning There is a danger of jamming when moving the seats. There is a risk of injury or risk of damage to property. Make sure that the travel path of the seat is clear prior to any adjustment.
  • Page 108 CONTROLS Seats, mirrors and steering wheel Seat climate control Various climate control functions are available for the seats. Additional information: Climate control, refer to page 276. Online Edition for Part no. 01405A8A608 - VI/23...

  • Page 109: 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 110 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 111 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 112 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 113 Transporting children safely CONTROLS Child restraint systems with Opening/closing the cover tether strap To open: Grasp the lower edge of the cover and fold it upwards. General information When attaching child restraint systems to the upper attachment points, observe the specifi- cations and the operating and safety informa- tion of the child restraint system manufacturer.
  • Page 114 CONTROLS Transporting children safely Locking the doors and Attachment points for upper retaining strap windows in the rear Icon Meaning General information The respective icon shows the In certain situations it may be advisable to se- attachment point for the upper cure the rear doors and windows, for instance retaining strap.

  • Page 115: Driving

    Additional information: Vehicle equipment, refer to page 8. BMW eDRIVE Principle BMW eDRIVE is the designation for the electric drive technology. In addition to the combus- tion engine, the vehicle features a high-voltage Combustion engine hybrid system that consists of an electric mo-...
  • Page 116 CONTROLS Driving Climate control while parking and Mode Behavior of hybrid system charging "HYBRID" The vehicle is moved in hy- The hybrid system makes it possible to oper- brid mode, i.e., it is driven by ate the automatic climate control prior to start a combination of combustion of the trip and with the combustion engine engine and electric motor.
  • Page 117 Driving CONTROLS General information ▷ With a stationary vehicle and drive-ready state turned on, as soon as the selector Drive-ready state is switched on when you de- lever position P is exited. press the brake pedal while pressing the Start/ ▷...
  • Page 118 CONTROLS Driving Functions while driving ▷ Dynamic Stability Control is restricted or disabled. ▷ Hood is unlocked. General information ▷ The vehicle is being optimized for the cur- The drive power is a combination of the inter- rent driving style, for instance during the nal combustion engine and the electric drive.
  • Page 119 Driving CONTROLS Functional requirements Auto Start/Stop function, coasting Electric driving Principle ▷ The high-voltage battery charge is suffi- The Auto Start/Stop function switches the ciently high. combustion engine off while the vehicle is moving, when braking, when rolling to a halt, ▷...
  • Page 120 CONTROLS Driving General information Setting Description For example, downhill gradients are taken into "MIN" Setting for low energy recovery. account for efficient energy recovery. "MID" Setting for medium energy recov- Depending on the route section, the combus- ery. tion engine is automatically switched on or off, which supports an efficient driving style and "MAX"...
  • Page 121 Driving CONTROLS Sport Boost function Stopping the function The function is automatically interrupted if the countdown has finished or if the function was Principle used in the acceleration process. The SPORT BOOST function can be used for upcoming acceleration, for example. Deactivating the function The system prepares the vehicle for the up- Pull and hold the right shift paddle until this...
  • Page 122 CONTROLS Driving Overview R is reverse Engage selector lever position R only when the Selector lever vehicle is stationary. N Neutral In selector lever position N, the vehicle may be pushed or roll without power, for instance, in car washes. P Park Selector lever position, for instance for parking the vehicle.
  • Page 123 Driving CONTROLS Engaging selector lever position N to change from selector lever position P to an- other selector lever position. NOTICE Engaging selector lever position D/S, Selector lever position P is automatically en- N, R gaged when standby state is switched off. The wheels are blocked.
  • Page 124 CONTROLS Driving Drive mode D/S sequential mode and the kickdown is deacti- vated. Principle It is also possible to drive off in 2nd gear; for instance, on icy roads. In Drive mode, all forward gears are automati- cally changed. Activating sequential mode Activating Drive mode Push the selector lever out of Drive mode in the D/S direction, arrow 1, or shift via the selec-...
  • Page 125 Driving CONTROLS General information Switching via the shift paddles Shifting Gears will only be shifted at appropriate engine and road speeds; for instance, downshifting is not possible if the engine speed is too high. The lowest possible gear is selected by simul- taneously operating the kickdown and moving the selector lever forward or actuating the left shift paddle.
  • Page 126 CONTROLS Driving Low Speed Assistant Whenever you switch between Sequential mode and Drive mode, the last program se- lected is enabled. Principle If drive-ready state is switched on after the ve- The Low Speed Assistant gives assistance at hicle has been idle, DriveLogic program D1 is very low speeds.
  • Page 127 Driving CONTROLS Via iDrive Before unlocking the transmission lock, set the parking brake to prevent the vehicle from roll- It is possible to configure the required Drive- ing away. Logic program for buttons M1 or M2. Engaging selector lever position N Press the button.
  • Page 128 CONTROLS Driving My Programs In addition, one of the following prerequisites must be met: ▷ M Dynamic Mode activated. Principle ▷ Dynamic Stability Control deactivated. Various vehicle functions in the vehicle interior are adapted to each other in a program. Starting with launch control When you select a program, the interior light- Turn on drive-ready state.
  • Page 129 Driving CONTROLS Parking brake ▷ Automatic climate control is turned on. ▷ My Mode Theater Mode must be deacti- vated. Principle "Power Nap": The parking brake is used to prevent the vehi- ▷ Standby state is switched on. cle from rolling away when it is parked. ▷...
  • Page 130 CONTROLS Driving Overview Engaging the parking brake automatically Button in the vehicle In some situations, the parking brake is en- gaged automatically, e.g., through Automatic Hold. Additionally, the system can be set to auto- matically engaging the parking brake when the drive-ready state is turned off.
  • Page 131 Driving CONTROLS Automatic Hold Using the parking brake via iDrive The parking brake can also be engaged or dis- engaged via iDrive. Additionally, further infor- Principle mation is displayed. Automatic Hold assists the driver by automati- Apps menu cally setting and releasing the brake such as when moving in stop-and-go traffic.
  • Page 132 CONTROLS Driving After every vehicle restart, the last selected setting is active. Warning Unattended children or animals in the vehicle Automatic Hold holding the vehicle can cause the vehicle to move and endanger themselves and traffic, for example, due to Automatic Hold is activated and the driver’s the following actions: door is closed.
  • Page 133 Driving CONTROLS M Hybrid Via iDrive It is possible to configure the required program for buttons M1 or M2. Principle The behavior of the hybrid system can be ad- justed. Press the button. "M1 CONFIGURATION" or "M2 General information CONFIGURATION" Different settings for the hybrid system are "M HYBRID"...
  • Page 134 CONTROLS Driving Sound control SETUP Principle Programs Sound Control changes the sound characteris- tics of the exhaust system. Program Response characteristics General information "COMFORT" Convenient, preferably in electrical operation. Minimal When Sound Control is turned on, the exhaust consumption. system sounds sporty and emotive. Ideal, for instance in city traf- When sound control is switched off, the sound fic or on snow.
  • Page 135 Driving CONTROLS Via iDrive Sound control settings can be configured in M Setup. Additional information: M Setup, refer to page 209. Online Edition for Part no. 01405A8A608 - VI/23...

  • Page 136: Displays

    CONTROLS Displays Displays Vehicle features and options Safety information This chapter describes model-specific equip- Warning ment, systems, and functions that are currently If the displays on the instrument cluster fail, available, or may become available in the fu- do not use the vehicle. There may be a risk of ture, even if they are not present in the vehicle.
  • Page 137 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 138 "Vehicle" "Live Vehicle" Displayable information "Content" The following information is displayed on the Select the desired setting. Head-up display depending on the driving mode selected: BMW Head-up display ▷ Vehicle speed. ▷ Navigation instructions. ▷ Check Control messages. Principle ▷...
  • Page 139 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 140 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 141 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 199. Additional information: Seat belt reminder, refer to page 102. Risk of collision Warning light illuminates or flashes in Airbag system...
  • Page 142 CONTROLS Displays Intersection Collision Warning: vehicle Warning light illuminates and acoustic signal sounds: detected from the right The driver's line of sight is not directed at the Warning light illuminates: risk of colli- surrounding traffic. Yellow: System interruption sion with vehicle crossing from the right is imminent.
  • Page 143 Displays CONTROLS Dynamic Stability Control deactivated Additional information: Antilock Braking System, refer to page 209. The Dynamic Stability Control is deac- tivated or the M Dynamic Mode is acti- vated. Assisted Driving Mode Additional information: Warning light illuminates and acoustic ▷...
  • Page 144 CONTROLS Displays Additional information: If malfunctioning repeatedly, have the vehicle checked by an authorized service center or an- Tire pressure monitor, refer to page 350. other qualified service center or repair shop. Additional information: Steering system Acoustic pedestrian protection, refer to The steering system may not be op- page 117.
  • Page 145 Displays CONTROLS Parking lights, low beams, refer to page 162. Cruise control, refer to page 226. Automatic High Beam Assistant Distance Control Low beams are switched on and the Indicator light illuminates: Vehicle has Automatic High Beam Assistant is acti- been detected ahead of you.
  • Page 146 CONTROLS Displays Additional information: until you actively resume control by pressing on the brake pedal or accelerator pedal. Lane Change Assistant, refer to page 238. Additional information: Distance control, refer to page 228. Assisted Driving Mode Plus The system is active. Assisted Driving Mode Additional information: The system is on standby and does not...
  • Page 147 Displays CONTROLS Digital tachometer Control ele- Function ments General information Turn the knurled wheel: display the entertainment list or scroll The digital speedometer is permanently dis- up or down in the list. played in all driving modes. The speed cur- Press knurled wheel: confirm rently driven is displayed.
  • Page 148 CONTROLS Displays Display Example: changing the entertainment source Press the entertainment sources button. To select an entertainment source, turn the knurled wheel. Press the knurled wheel to confirm the se- lected entertainment source. Arrow 1: display for energy recovery, e.g., dur- ing deceleration.
  • Page 149 Displays CONTROLS Tachometer When the drive-ready state is switched on, READY is dis- played in the instrument cluster. General information If necessary, the combustion en- gine starts automatically. The engine has a permissible speed range. Excessive speeds are indicated by a yellow Additional information: prewarning field and a red warning field.
  • Page 150 CONTROLS Displays Outside temperature Safety information General information Warning Even when it is indicated that the high-volt- If the indicator drops to +37℉/+3℃ or lower, a age battery is discharged, the high-voltage signal sounds. system is always still under high voltage. A Check Control message is displayed.
  • Page 151 Displays CONTROLS Shift lights in the instrument cluster Charge vehicle, refer to page 322. Overview The shift lights are displayed on the instrument cluster in all driving modes. Current state of charge The shift lights on the instrument cluster are 2 Current range only displayed if the Head-up display is disa- bled.
  • Page 152 CONTROLS Displays Configuring the central display ▷ Reduced display. range ▷ Trip data, refer to page 152. ▷ Assisted View, refer to page 154. The content of the central display range on the instrument cluster can be configured individu- ▷ Navigation system route preview.
  • Page 153 Displays CONTROLS ▷ Average electrical consumption de- the current fuel consumption, e.g., to drive effi- pending on the configured interval. ciently. ▷ Travel time depending on the config- Average consumption ured interval. The average power consumption and the ▷ Distance traveled depending on the average fuel consumption are displayed de- configured interval.
  • Page 154 CONTROLS Displays Safety information Using the button on the left steering column switch: Press the button. Warning The trip data is displayed. 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.
  • Page 155 Displays CONTROLS Additional information: "Date and time" ▷ Cameras, refer to page 37. Select the desired settings. ▷ Radar sensors, refer to page 38. Fuel gauge and total range G-Meter Principle General information The fuel gauge shows information on the cur- rent fuel tank fill level and the total range on The G-Meter indicates the forces that are ap- the instrument cluster.
  • Page 156 CONTROLS Displays Vehicle status Indicator light in the instrument cluster General information The yellow indicator light illuminates, once the fuel reserve is reached. The status can be displayed and actions per- formed for several systems such as for Check Control. Overall range The total range considers the contents of the Displaying vehicle status...
  • Page 157 Displays CONTROLS ▷ Driving. The following information is displayed: ▷ Electric driving. ▷ Torque. Additional information on electric driving is ▷ Power. displayed depending on the situation. ▷ Boost pressure. ▷ "CHARGING BATTERY" ▷ Engine oil temperature. Functional requirements Display in the instrument cluster ▷...
  • Page 158 CONTROLS Displays Entering appointment dates Dates for mandatory vehicle inspections can be entered. Make sure that the vehicle's date and time are set correctly. Apps menu "Vehicle" "Vehicle status" "Required services" "Vehicle inspection" "Date:" Select the desired setting. Online Edition for Part no. 01405A8A608 - VI/23...

  • Page 159: Light And View

    Light and view CONTROLS 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 160 CONTROLS Light and view 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 161 Light and view CONTROLS 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 162 CONTROLS Light and view Functions via iDrive If the low beams are switched on manually, the automatic headlight control is deactivated. Icon Function Activate automatic headlight control Automatic headlight control. Press the button on the light switch. Low beams. The LED in the button illuminates. The indicator light in the instrument Parking lights.
  • Page 163 Depending on the national-market version, the ▷ "Welcome and goodbye" low beams can be turned off in the low speed When unlocking the vehicle, individual range: lighting functions are turned on. ▷ "BMW Iconic Glow" Online Edition for Part no. 01405A8A608 - VI/23...
  • Page 164 "Daytime driving lights" ▷ "Rear daytime driving lights" Principle ▷ "BMW Iconic Glow" For the pathway lighting, the exterior lighting turns on for a certain period of time after leav- Adaptive lighting functions ing the vehicle in order to illuminate the area surrounding the vehicle.
  • Page 165 Light and view CONTROLS The adaptive lighting functions are active "Cockpit brightness at night" when the drive-ready state is switched on. Select the desired setting. Cornering light Interior lighting Principle General information In tight curves, for instance on mountainous Depending on the equipment version, interior roads or when turning, an additional cornering lights, footwell lights, entry lights, ambient light is switched on that illuminates the inside...
  • Page 166 CONTROLS Light and view "Interior lighting" If the ambient light was deactivated via iDrive, it will not be turned on when the vehicle is "Reading light" unlocked. Tap on the icon. Selecting the color Turning reading lights on/off Apps menu Using the button: "Vehicle"...
  • Page 167 Light and view CONTROLS If necessary, "Ambience" age to property. Do not use the wipers when the window is dry. "Reduced for night driving" Speaker lighting NOTICE If the wipers are frozen to the windshield, Principle the wiper blades can be torn off and the wiper motor can overheat when switching on.
  • Page 168 CONTROLS Light and view Turning off the window wiper Activating rain sensor system and flick wipe Press lever up once from the 0 position, ar- row 1. Press the lever down. Wiping operation is started. ▷ Turning off: press the lever down until it reaches the 0 position.
  • Page 169 Light and view CONTROLS Windshield washer system Rear wiper Safety information Switching on the rear wiper Warning The washer fluid can freeze onto the window at low temperatures and obstruct the view. There is a risk of accident. Only use the washer systems if the washer fluid cannot freeze.
  • Page 170 CONTROLS Light and view Safety information Folding out the wipers Turn on standby state. Press and hold the wiper lever down until Warning the wipers stop in a nearly vertical position. If the wipers start moving in the folded away state, body parts can be jammed or damage may occur to parts of the vehicle.

  • Page 171: Safety

    Safety CONTROLS Safety Vehicle features and options available, or may become available in the fu- ture, even if they are not present in the vehicle. Additional information: This chapter describes model-specific equip- ment, systems, and functions that are currently Vehicle equipment, refer to page 8. Airbags Front airbag, driver 4 Side airbag...
  • Page 172 CONTROLS Safety 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 173 Safety CONTROLS 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 174 CONTROLS Safety 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 175 Safety CONTROLS ▷ Traffic light and sign warning, refer to Additional information: page 195. Sensors of the vehicle, refer to page 37. ▷ Wrong way warning, refer to page 197. Turning on/turning off collision ▷ No Turn on Red function, refer to page 198. warning systems ▷...
  • Page 176 CONTROLS Safety System limits General information Depending on the equipment version, the For- Safety information ward Collision Mitigation system includes the following functions: ▷ Warning function in rear-end collision situa- Warning tions, refer to page 179. Due to its limits, the system may not react, or ▷...
  • Page 177 Safety CONTROLS Setting the warning time, refer to page 177. 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 178 CONTROLS Safety 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 an complete stop.
  • Page 179 Safety CONTROLS General information 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. Depending on the vehicle equipment, the area is monitored by cameras or radar sensors.
  • Page 180 CONTROLS Safety System limits prox. 3 mph/5 km/h. The timing of warnings may vary with the current driving situation. General information Safety information Follow the system limits in the "Forward Colli- Follow the safety information in Chapter “For- sion Mitigation" chapter. ward Collision Mitigation”.
  • Page 181 Safety CONTROLS Warning function for turning Icon Meaning with oncoming traffic Oncoming traffic warning when a ve- hicle is detected. Principle General risk of collision. There is a risk of an accident with oncom- ing vehicles when turning across the oncom- ing lane.
  • Page 182 CONTROLS Safety General information Warning function The warning prompts the driver to intervene. Additional information: Forward Collision Mitigation, refer to page 176. System limits General information Follow the system limits in the "Forward Colli- sion Mitigation" chapter. Sensors detect the traffic situation in their de- tection range when on a straight line.
  • Page 183 Safety CONTROLS Warning function at Display in the instrument cluster intersections If there is a risk of collision with a detected vehicle, a warning light is displayed. Icon Meaning Principle Risk of collision with vehicle crossing At speeds that are common in towns and cit- from the right.
  • Page 184 CONTROLS Safety Evasion Assistant Display in the instrument cluster If there is a risk of collision with a detected vehicle or detected person, e.g., a pedestrian, Principle a warning light is displayed. The Evasion Assistant can support the driver Icon Meaning in making evasive maneuvers in certain situa- tions such as when obstacles or persons sud-...
  • Page 185 Safety CONTROLS Sensors ▷ Vehicles with unusual rear designs. ▷ Two-wheeled vehicles ahead of you. The system is controlled by the following sen- sors: ▷ Partially covered pedestrians or bikes. ▷ Radar sensors, side, rear. ▷ Pedestrians that are not detected as such because of their contour or posture.
  • Page 186 CONTROLS Safety System limits "Exit warning" "Warning tone" General information Displays Follow the system limits in the "Collision warn- ing systems" chapter. Warning light in exterior mirror Detection range The following situations may not be detected, for instance: ▷ Fully or partially hidden objects. ▷...
  • Page 187 Safety CONTROLS General information tions. Watch surrounding traffic closely and actively intervene where appropriate. Functional requirement The camera must detect the lane boundaries for the lane departure warning to be active. The areas of the sensors must be clean and clear.
  • Page 188 CONTROLS Safety "Safety and warnings" "Feedback via steering wheel" "Lane Departure Warning" "Vibration intensity" "Off" Select the desired setting. The setting is applied to all collision warning Setting Lane Departure Warning systems. Setting the warning time Depending on the national-market version: turning steering intervention Apps menu on/off...
  • Page 189 Safety CONTROLS in accordance with the steering wheel vibration vention. Beginning with the third steering inter- setting. vention, a continuous warning will sound. In addition, a Check Control message is dis- In addition, the indicator light flashes played. green. The warning signal and Check Control mes- When the turn signal is switched on in the cor- sage advise to pay closer attention to the lane.
  • Page 190 CONTROLS Safety System limits General information General information Follow the system limits in the "Collision warn- ing systems" chapter. Functional limitations The system may be limited in the following situations: ▷ In the event of missing, worn, poorly visible, Radar sensors monitor the area behind and merging, diverging, or multiple lane boun- next to the vehicle when traveling faster than a daries such as in construction areas.
  • Page 191 Safety CONTROLS Functional requirement Depending on the national-market version: turning steering intervention The areas of the sensors must be clean and on/off clear. Apps menu Turning Active Blind Spot Detection "Vehicle" on/off "Driving settings" Apps menu "Driver Assistance" "Vehicle" "Safety and warnings" "Driving settings"...
  • Page 192 CONTROLS Safety System limits ▷ Another vehicle is located in the critical area. General information ▷ Your own vehicle is approaching the other lane. Follow the system limits in the "Collision warn- ▷ Depending on the system setting when the ing systems"...
  • Page 193 Safety CONTROLS Functional requirement ▷ If the camera is impaired. ▷ Up to 10 seconds after drive-ready state is The camera behind the windshield determines switched on via the Start/Stop button. the lane boundary positions. A Check Control message may be displayed The camera must detect the lane markings for when the system is limited.
  • Page 194 CONTROLS Safety Functional limitations displayed in the Assisted View of the instru- ment cluster. The system may be limited in the following Additional information: situations: Assisted View, refer to page 154. ▷ In tight corners or on narrow roads. ▷ In the event of missing, worn, poorly visible, Warning function merging, diverging, or multiple lane boun-...
  • Page 195 Safety CONTROLS General information System limits General information Follow the system limits in the "Collision warn- ing systems" chapter. Functional limitations This function may be restricted if the speed of the approaching vehicle is much higher or similar to your own speed. Radar sensors monitor the area behind the ve- hicle.
  • Page 196 CONTROLS Safety "Driver Assistance" Sign Meaning "Safety and warnings" Give way signs: "Traffic Light and Sign Warning" A pre-warning is issued for these Select the desired setting. road signs. The selected setting is saved and adopted for Stop signs: the next journey. A pre-warning is issued for these road signs.
  • Page 197 Safety CONTROLS sound and one of the following icons will ap- ▷ If the traffic signs do not correspond to the pear in the instrument cluster: standard. ▷ When traffic signs are detected that apply Icon Meaning to a junction or parallel street. Red traffic light.
  • Page 198 CONTROLS Safety Sensors ▷ When traffic signs are detected that apply to a junction or parallel street. The system is controlled by a camera behind ▷ In the presence of country-specific road the windshield. signs or road layouts. Turning wrong way warning on/off ▷...
  • Page 199 If the driver can no longer drive the vehicle Additional information: safely, the Emergency Stop Assistant helps to BMW Intelligent Personal Assistant, refer to bring the vehicle to a safe standstill. page 55. An immediate emergency call can be triggered on the control display.
  • Page 200 CONTROLS Safety At standstill The following is performed automatically when the Emergency Stop Assistant is triggered: As soon as the vehicle is stationary, the sys- ▷ In SPORT drive mode, the vehicle switches tem will carry out the following settings: automatically to ROAD drive mode.
  • Page 201 Safety CONTROLS General information ▷ Radar sensors, side, rear. ▷ Depending on the equipment: radar sen- sors, side, front. Activating/deactivating Cross Traffic Warning The system must be activated on the control display for the Cross Traffic Warning and brake intervention to switch on automatically. Apps menu The area behind the vehicle is monitored by "Vehicle"...
  • Page 202 CONTROLS Safety ▷ When the speed exceeds walking speed. Display in the Park Distance Control view ▷ When a certain distance covered is ex- ceeded. Warning function General information The control display shows the corresponding view, an acoustic signal may sound as neces- sary, and the warning light in the exterior mir- ror flashes.
  • Page 203 Manual storage of the recording. ▷ Data transfer is activated. This function is used to document traffic sit- ▷ My BMW App is installed on the mobile de- uations with the configured recording type. vice. The assistance systems' cameras are used to ▷...
  • Page 204 The system saves recordings up to 30 sec- has been triggered. onds before and after storage is triggered. When the alarm system is triggered, a mes- sage is sent to the My BMW App. Recording playback and After saving the recording, the reduced administration...
  • Page 205 Select desired recording. and Bluetooth audio, or a USB storage de- vice is connected. If necessary, select camera. ▷ My BMW App is installed on the mobile de- Settings vice. ▷ My BMW App is linked with the Connected- Recording type Drive account.
  • Page 206 CONTROLS Safety Safety information If the internet connection is weak or cannot be established, theft alerts and video downloads may be restricted or not available. Warning The quality of the Wi-Fi connection affects The system cannot serve as a substitute for whether recordings can be saved on your the driver’s personal judgment.
  • Page 207 Safety CONTROLS Harder vehicle deceleration Break recommendation In certain situations, it may be necessary to Function bring the vehicle to a halt more quickly than automatic braking with PostCrash iBrake al- After starting the trip, the system is trained to lows.
  • Page 208 CONTROLS Safety System limits Overview The Fatigue Alert system may be limited. If the system is limited, either no warning may be issued or an unwarranted warning may be issued. The break recommendation function may be limited in the following situations: ▷...

  • Page 209: Driving Stability Control Systems

    Driving stability control systems CONTROLS Driving stability control systems Vehicle features and options Brake assistant This chapter describes model-specific equip- The brake assistant automatically applies ment, systems, and functions that are currently maximum braking assistance when the brake available, or may become available in the fu- pedal is depressed quickly.
  • Page 210 CONTROLS Driving stability control systems Buttons on the steering wheel Icon System "M HYBRID": programs of the M Hy- Button Function brid, refer to page 133. M1 configuration M Steptronic Sport transmission: "Drivelogic": shift modes and Drive- M2 configuration logic programs. Drivelogic, refer to page 126.
  • Page 211 Driving stability control systems CONTROLS Safety information Disabling M1/M2 Press the corresponding button on the steering wheel. Warning Depending on the setting, Dynamic Stability Resetting M1/M2 Control may be restricted or not available when the M1 or M2 button is activated. There may be a risk of accidents or risk of damage Press the button.
  • Page 212 CONTROLS Driving stability control systems General information Driving modes The following driving modes are available: ROAD drive mode ▷ "ROAD" ▷ All available collision warning systems are ▷ "SPORT" switched on. ▷ All available driver assistance systems are Safety information active.
  • Page 213 Driving stability control systems CONTROLS The system provides the steering force with Additional information: more support at low speeds than at higher M Setup, refer to page 209. ones. This makes it easier to park, for instance, and makes steering firmer when driving at Display in the instrument cluster faster speeds.
  • Page 214 CONTROLS Driving stability control systems Selecting a program Safety information Using the button Warning Press the button and select the desired The system cannot serve as a substitute for program on the control display. the driver’s personal judgment in assessing the traffic situation.
  • Page 215 Driving stability control systems CONTROLS Activating/deactivating Dynamic Reduce speed and modify your driving style to the driving circumstances. Stability Control Warning light illuminates: Dynamic Sta- General information bility Control has failed or is initializing. Dynamic Stability Control is automatically acti- Driving stabilization is restricted or has vated whenever drive-ready state is switched failed.
  • Page 216 CONTROLS Driving stability control systems ▷ When rocking the vehicle free from deep M Dynamic Mode is activated. snow or driving off from loose ground. ▷ With an increased need for dynamics or Press the button again to reactivate longitudinal acceleration, for instance when Dynamic Stability Control.
  • Page 217 Driving stability control systems CONTROLS Overview ▷ When the drive-ready state is switched on: "4WD". Button in the vehicle ▷ When the M Dynamic Mode is activated: "4WD SPORT". ▷ When Dynamic Stability Control is deacti- vated: "4WD". Selecting a program General information Changing programs in dynamic driving situa- tions is not possible.
  • Page 218 CONTROLS Driving stability control systems proves driving stability and steerability. If nec- Icon Description essary, the Antilock Braking System prevents The indicator light is illumi- the wheels from locking. nated and 4WD Sand appears Hill Descent Control can be enabled at speeds in the instrument cluster: below approx.
  • Page 219 Driving stability control systems CONTROLS ▷ Forward Collision Mitigation. ▷ Emergency braking function of Active Park Distance Control. Additional information: ▷ Forward Collision Mitigation, refer to page 176. ▷ Active Park Distance Control, refer to page 264. ▷ Press the rocker switch up: the speed in- Deactivating the system creases gradually.
  • Page 220 CONTROLS Driving stability control systems Integral Active Steering Malfunction The warning light on the instrument Principle cluster illuminates. A Check Control message is displayed. The Integral Active Steering increases the ma- neuverability of the vehicle and makes a more The steering system may not be operational. direct steering response possible.

  • Page 221: 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 222 CONTROLS Driver assistance systems Displaying Speed Limit Info For Speed Limit Info to function correctly, cur- rent map data for the country in which the ve- hicle is operated must be downloaded. General information For information on the current map version The Speed Limit Info can be shown or hidden and map updates, see Map update in the Nav- via iDrive in the instrument cluster.
  • Page 223 Driver assistance systems CONTROLS System limits pending on national-market version, an acous- tic signal also sounds. System limits of the sensors Signal for exceeding speed limit Additional information: The warning for exceeding the maximum per- ▷ Camera, refer to page 37. missible speed can be activated or deactivated via iDrive: Functional limitations...
  • Page 224 Speed Limit Assistant: accept sug- Additional information: gested speed manually. M Mode, refer to page Resume Cruise Control systems with BMW Intelligent Personal Assistant, refer to the stored setting. page 55. Interrupt Cruise Control systems. Safety information Set speed.
  • Page 225 Driver assistance systems CONTROLS Turning off speed control systems Icon Speed control system automatically Cruise control. The speed control systems turn off automati- cally when the drive-ready state is turned off. Distance control. Turning off speed control systems manually Assisted Driving Mode: Dynamic Press the button.
  • Page 226 CONTROLS Driver assistance systems "Driving settings" ▷ On winding roads. "Driver Assistance" ▷ With high traffic volume. "Driving" ▷ On slippery roads, in fog, snow, or wet conditions, or on a loose road surface. "Notifications" There may be a risk of accidents or risk of Select the desired setting.
  • Page 227 Driver assistance systems CONTROLS Turning on the Cruise Control When the Speed Limit Assistant is not active, the current speed can also be stored by press- In vehicles with distance control: change the ing a button: mode of the Cruise Control to Cruise Control without distance control.
  • Page 228 CONTROLS Driver assistance systems Displays in the Head-up display Cruise control is continued with the stored val- ues. Depending on the equipment, some system In the following cases, the stored speed value information can also be displayed in the Head- is deleted and cannot be called up again: up display.
  • Page 229 Driver assistance systems CONTROLS tions. Watch the surrounding traffic situation There is a risk of injury or danger to life. closely, be ready to take over steering and Watch surrounding traffic closely and actively braking at any time, and actively intervene intervene where appropriate.
  • Page 230 CONTROLS Driver assistance systems The system can also be activated when sta- ▷ The system has not detected objects for tionary. an extended period, for instance on a road with very little traffic without curb or Turning on Cruise Control with shoulder markings.
  • Page 231 Driver assistance systems CONTROLS The mark on the speedometer "Driving" illuminates gray. "Distance control" "Distance" Select the desired setting. The indicator light illuminates green. Automatic adaptation of the distance Depending on the equipment and national- market version: the system can be set so that Cruise control can be continued as follows: the distance to the vehicle in front is automati- ▷...
  • Page 232 CONTROLS Driver assistance systems "Driver Assistance" Icon Description "Driving" Indicator light illuminates gray: "Distance control" The system is interrupted. "Switch to Cruise Control" Indicator light flashes gray: The setting is reset when the vehicle is parked. Conditions are not adequate for the system to work.
  • Page 233 Driver assistance systems CONTROLS Merging vehicles ▷ Distance too short. ▷ Speed greater than approx. 40 mph/70 km/h. System limits System limits of the sensors Additional information: ▷ Cameras, refer to page 37. ▷ Radar sensors, refer to page 38. If a vehicle driving ahead of you suddenly merges into your lane, the system may not be Detection range...
  • Page 234 CONTROLS Driver assistance systems Guidance. The system assists the driver in keeping the vehicle within the lane. For this purpose, the system executes supporting steering movements, for instance when cor- nering. General information Depending on the speed, the system orients itself according to the lane boundaries or vehi- When you approach a curve the system may cles in front.
  • Page 235 Driver assistance systems CONTROLS Overview Functional requirements ▷ Depending on the equipment: speed below Buttons on the steering wheel 130 mph/210 km/h or 110 mph/180 km/h. ▷ Sufficient lane width. Button Function ▷ Hands on the steering wheel rim. Turn last active speed control sys- ▷...
  • Page 236 CONTROLS Driver assistance systems Displays in the instrument cluster equipment, the side-collision warning are ac- tive. Icon Description Stopping Assisted Driving Mode Indicator light illuminates gray: automatically The system is ready. The system interrupts the supporting steering movements automatically, for example in the Indicator light illuminates green: following situations: The system is activated.
  • Page 237 Driver assistance systems CONTROLS Displays on the steering wheel Icon Description Warning light illuminates yellow: Hands are not grasping the steering wheel. The system is still active. Grab the steering wheel with your hands. Warning light illuminates red, acous- tic signal sounds: The hands are not on the steering Similar to the instrument cluster views, the two wheel or, depending on the vehicle...
  • Page 238 CONTROLS Driver assistance systems System limits ▷ Poorer recognition of vehicles and lane boundaries. General information ▷ Short-term interruptions in case of already detected vehicles and lane boundaries. The system cannot be activated or meaning- fully used in certain situations, e.g., when tow- Drive attentively, and react to the current sur- ing a trailer.
  • Page 239 Driver assistance systems CONTROLS Functional requirements ▷ To initiate the lane change, press the indicator stalk in the desired direction to ▷ The functional requirements for Assisted the resistance point. Driving Mode have been met. ▷ Depending on the vehicle equipment, Assisted Driving Mode, refer to page 234.
  • Page 240 CONTROLS Driver assistance systems Depending on the equipment and national- the time of vehicle sale. Assisted Driving Mode market version, information for the system is Plus may be terminated earlier due to techni- displayed in the Assisted View in the central cal or legal requirements.
  • Page 241 Driver assistance systems CONTROLS Overview ▷ This function must be available on the road on which the vehicle is driving. Sensors ▷ Antennas located in the roof must not be covered, e.g., by roof loads or snow. The system is controlled by the following sen- sors: ▷...
  • Page 242 CONTROLS Driver assistance systems Displays on the steering wheel and all functional requirements for Assisted Driving Mode Plus have been met. Two green LED lights are illuminated on the steering wheel. The indicator light in the instrument cluster is shown in green. The system begins to assist the driver with vehicle control.
  • Page 243 Driver assistance systems CONTROLS ▷ For the version up to 85 mph/135 km/h: closely, be ready to take over steering and Fatigue Alert braking at any time, and actively intervene where appropriate. ▷ Sensors of the vehicle Additional information: ▷ Assisted Driving Mode, refer to page 234.
  • Page 244 CONTROLS Driver assistance systems General information ▷ "Adjust manually": detected speed limits can be applied manually. A speed adaptation for all speed limits and an ▷ "Show current limit": current speed lim- additional speed adaptation for speed limits up its are displayed without being applied to 40 mph/60 km/h can be set up.
  • Page 245 Driver assistance systems CONTROLS Adapting the speed to the Functional requirements route ▷ Cruise Control and distance control are acti- vated. ▷ Driving on a highway or highway-like road. Principle ▷ With navigation system: guidance is acti- The system can be configured so that with vated.
  • Page 246 CONTROLS Driver assistance systems Displays in the instrument cluster Safety information Depending on the equipment and national- market version, information for the system is Warning displayed in the Assisted View in the central The system cannot serve as a substitute for display area of the instrument cluster.
  • Page 247 Driver assistance systems CONTROLS ▷ The Driver Attention Camera in the instru- To change lanes, follow the instructions on the ment cluster detects that the driver is pay- instrument cluster. ing attention to the surrounding traffic. ▷ With trailer hitch: You must set on the con- The system detects a suitable gap trol display that you are using a trailer or in the flow of traffic in the adjacent lane.
  • Page 248 CONTROLS Driver assistance systems System limits The limits of the Cruise Control, Distance Con- trol, and Assisted Driving Mode systems and Driver Attention Camera apply. Additional information: ▷ Cruise control, refer to page 226. ▷ Distance control, refer to page 228. ▷...

  • Page 249: Parking

    Parking CONTROLS Parking Vehicle features and options ▷ Automatic Parking Assistant, refer to page 266. ▷ Back-up Assistant, refer to page 271. This chapter describes model-specific equip- ment, systems, and functions that are currently ▷ Trailer Assistant, refer to page 315. available, or may become available in the fu- ture, even if they are not present in the vehicle.
  • Page 250 When drive-ready state is switched on, the dis- Additional information: play is automatically switched on if selector lever position R is engaged. BMW Intelligent Personal Assistant, refer to page 55. Via Parking Assistant button Calling up Park menu Press the button.
  • Page 251 Parking CONTROLS Display in the instrument cluster Parking view The instrument cluster shows displays of some parking assistance systems such as Park Dis- tance Control or Automatic Parking Assistant. Toolbar, left 2 Camera image 3 Selection window Status of parking assistance systems 4 Automatic camera perspective 2 Assisted View 5 Semi-automatic camera perspective...
  • Page 252 CONTROLS Parking The display of your own lane can be Icon Meaning turned on for easier driving into the car No search for parking assistance wash. system offers. ▷ "Settings" No other parking assistance sys- Settings can be entered in the Park tems available.
  • Page 253 Parking CONTROLS Parking aid lines Using parking aid lines Position the vehicle so that the red turning Pathway lines circle line leads to within the limits of the parking space. Turn the steering wheel to the point where the green pathway line covers the corre- sponding turning circle line.
  • Page 254 CONTROLS Parking Rearview camera System limits Safety information Principle The rearview camera helps when reverse Warning parking and maneuvering. The area behind the Due to its limits, the system may not react, or vehicle is shown on the control display. it may react too late or in a manner that is not Additional views can be shown on the display, consistent with normal use.
  • Page 255 Parking CONTROLS General information To exit rearview camera view, select an- other camera view in the selection window As soon as obstacles are detected, the view or press the button again. changes to a fixed display of the area in front of or behind the bumper, or switches to side Deactivated rearview camera Park Distance Control as necessary.
  • Page 256 CONTROLS Parking Side view Side protection Principle Principle The side Park Distance Control is automati- Side view shows the vehicle's side surround- cally displayed when the automatic camera ings, making it easier to position the vehicle at perspective is turned on. The function shows the curb or with other obstacles on the side.
  • Page 257 Parking CONTROLS Turning the 3D view on/off A docking line dependent on the steering- wheel angle helps with aiming for the trailer with the trailer hitch. Press the button. "More" Car wash view "3D view" To exit the 3D view, select another camera Principle view on the left toolbar.
  • Page 258 CONTROLS Parking Rolling or pushing the vehicle, refer to Press the panorama view button. page 123. To exit panorama view, select another camera Panorama View view on the left toolbar or press the panorama view button again. Principle Display The panoramic view gives you an earlier view of crossing traffic at blind driveway exits and intersections.
  • Page 259 You can rename or delete specific activation points or all of them. ▷ Depending on national-market version: A BMW ID or driver profile must be activated. Turn on the panorama view using the Park ▷ The direction of travel, selector lever posi- Assist key or panorama view button.
  • Page 260 CONTROLS Parking System limits Data protection, refer to page 69. ▷ The My BMW App must be installed on the The system does not provide a warning of ap- mobile end device. proaching road users. ▷ ConnectedDrive countries: a BMW ID with...
  • Page 261 Parking CONTROLS Park Distance Control Avoid approaching an object too fast. Avoid driving off quickly while Park Distance Control is not yet active. Principle Park Distance Control assists with parking. Sensors Acoustic and visual warnings signal obstacles in front of or behind the vehicle. The system is controlled by the following sen- sors: Obstacles that are detected by the side ultra-...
  • Page 262 CONTROLS Parking ▷ On: the LED illuminates. "Driver Assistance" ▷ Off: the LED goes out. "Parking" "PDC signal volume" If the system is manually switched on when Set the desired value. the reverse gear is engaged, the rearview camera image is displayed. Turning off the acoustic warning Depending on the national-market version, the Depending on the national-market version, the...
  • Page 263 Parking CONTROLS Display ary, the gray shaded areas on the sides are hidden after a certain time. The area on the Depending on vehicle equipment, warnings side of the vehicle must be newly captured. may be displayed in front of, next to, and be- Also follow the information on system limits in hind the vehicle.
  • Page 264 CONTROLS Parking Active Park Distance Control Warning When using the trailer hitch, the assistance Principle system cannot react correctly because the The Park Distance Control brake function ini- sensors are concealed. There may be a risk tiates emergency braking if there is an acute of accidents or risk of damage to property.
  • Page 265 Parking CONTROLS Display Safety information As soon as the system engages, an icon is displayed with a corresponding Warning message. The system cannot serve as a substitute for the driver’s personal judgment in assessing System limits the traffic situation. Based on the limits of the system, it cannot independently react to all traffic situations.
  • Page 266 CONTROLS Parking Automatic Parking Assistant Turning drive-off monitoring on/off Apps menu Principle "Vehicle" "Driving settings" Automatic Parking Assistant provides support when parallel parking and parking transverse "Driver Assistance" to the road. "Parking" In addition, the system makes it easier to "Drive off monitoring"...
  • Page 267 Parking CONTROLS Safety information 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 268 CONTROLS Parking Sensors Leaving parking spaces ▷ The vehicle was parked using the Auto- The Automatic Parking Assistant is controlled matic Parking Assistant, and an object has by the following sensors: been detected in the area around the vehi- ▷ Ultrasonic sensors in the front/rear bump- cle.
  • Page 269 Parking CONTROLS Turning parking operation display On the control display: Select one of the parking maneuvers offered. You can switch on/off to another parking maneuver as necessary. When the Automatic Parking Assistant is ac- In the instrument cluster: select suggested tive, the parking operation is displayed in the parking method with the thumbwheel on camera image on the control display.
  • Page 270 CONTROLS Parking The speed can be reduced with the brake. ▷ When changing over to another function on Other interventions will cancel the system. the control display. A message will be displayed at the end of ▷ When the view on the control display is the maneuver.
  • Page 271 Parking CONTROLS General information ▷ For parking spaces that are only marked with lines on the ground. The system ori- The vehicle stores the driving movements of ents itself according to objects. the last distance covered. This stored distance ▷ For special parking spaces, e.g., metered can be driven in reverse with automated steer- parking spaces with automatic locking...
  • Page 272 CONTROLS Parking In case of obstacles, stop immediately and take over control of the vehicle. Follow the Warning instructions for Park Distance Control. The system can steer the vehicle over or Right before the end of the stored distance onto curbs. There is a risk of injury or risk covered, a signal tone will sound and a of damage to property.
  • Page 273 Parking CONTROLS ▷ When the trailer power socket is occupied or when trailer towing is activated. ▷ If the vehicle speed exceeds approx. 6 mph/10 km/h. System limits ▷ The maximum speed when reversing is limited to approx. 6 mph/10 km/h. A warning is issued at a speed of approx.

  • Page 274: Driving Comfort

    CONTROLS Driving comfort Driving comfort Vehicle features and options Programs Program Suspension 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 275 Driving comfort CONTROLS Active roll stabilization Active roll stabilization provides increased driv- ing comfort, improves vehicle agility and vehi- cle stability. Among other things, the system enables a more dynamic response to steering movements and reduces the body's tendency to roll when cornering quickly or making quick evasive maneuvers.

  • Page 276: Climate Control

    CONTROLS Climate control Climate control Vehicle features and options Icon Function Fresh air. This chapter describes model-specific equip- ment, systems, and functions that are currently available, or may become available in the fu- Air flow. ture, even if they are not present in the vehicle. Additional information: Air distribution.
  • Page 277 Climate control CONTROLS Turning the air conditioning system Buttons, rear automatic climate control on/off The climate control system can be turned on or off via iDrive. Tap the icon for the Climate menu on the menu bar. Tap the power button. Icon Function The entire climate control system is turned on...
  • Page 278 CONTROLS Climate control General information "Second row of seats" "Rear climate control" Depending on the equipment, the automatic program provides the best possible settings Select the desired setting. for climate control functions depending on The rear automatic climate control can be ac- the outside temperature, interior temperature, tivated with standard setting for temperature sunlight, seat occupancy and the desired tem-...
  • Page 279 Climate control CONTROLS Turning the automatic program ▷ "LOW" on/off ▷ "MEDIUM" ▷ "HIGH" The AUTO program can be switched on or off via iDrive. Each level has a specific control range of the intensity. Based on the stored data models, the intensi- Tap the icon for the Climate menu ties are dynamically adjusted while driving.
  • Page 280 CONTROLS Climate control Setting the temperature Adjusting the upper body temperature Tap the icon for the Climate menu on the menu bar. "Individual settings" "Driver" or "Front passenger" "Temp. adjustment upper body" Increase or decrease temperature. You can set the desired temperature for driver Air flow and front passenger individually on the menu bar.
  • Page 281 Climate control CONTROLS Adjusting the air distribution of the Using the button rear climate control Pressing the upper or lower side of the button repeatedly: decrease or in- Pressing the upper or lower side of the crease air flow. button. Select the desired setting. The selected air flow is shown on the rear cli- The selected air distribution is shown mate control display.
  • Page 282 CONTROLS Climate control Maximum cooling In automatic recirculated-air control mode, out- side air is fed in or the interior air recirculated depending on the outside air quality. Principle When the air recirculation is turned off, outside Maximum cooling lets you cool the vehicle in- air is directed into the interior.
  • Page 283 Climate control CONTROLS SYNC program Defrost function Principle Principle If SYNC program is activated, the settings on With the defrost function, ice and condensation the driver's side are transfered to the passeng- are quickly removed from the windshield and er's side and to the rear. the front side windows.
  • Page 284 CONTROLS Climate control Turning the rear window defroster on/off Press the rear window heating button on the instrument panel. The LED is illuminated with rear win- dow defroster switched on. The rear window defroster switches off auto- matically after a certain period of time. Tap the icon for seat climate control on the If pre-conditioning is turned on, the rear win- menu bar, arrow 1.
  • Page 285 Climate control CONTROLS Adjusting active seat ventilation Adjusting steering wheel heating manually Automatic program The heater output level can be adjusted man- ually: When the AUTO program is on, the intensity of seat ventilation can be adjusted. As you drive, the ventilation is automatically adjusted according to the set intensity.
  • Page 286 CONTROLS Climate control Front ventilation Ventilation in the rear, on the side Setting the air flow direction and air volume at ▷ Lever for changing the airflow direction, ar- the vent. row 1. ▷ Changing the air flow direction: press the ▷...
  • Page 287 Climate control CONTROLS Turning on/turning off the pre- ▷ Gaseous pollutants are filtered. conditioning ▷ Microbial particles, viruses and allergens are filtered. Turning on/turning off via iDrive The manufacturer of the vehicle recommends having the interior filter changed during vehicle maintenance.
  • Page 288 Activating with My BMW App Setting the departure time Depending on vehicle equipment, the My BMW App with remote functionality can be used to Tap the icon for the Climate menu turn on pre-conditioning at a preset departure on the menu bar.

  • Page 289: Interior Equipment

    Interior equipment CONTROLS Interior equipment Vehicle features and options General information The total load of all sockets must not exceed This chapter describes model-specific equip- 140 watts at 12 volts. ment, systems, and functions that are currently Do not damage the socket by using unsuitable available, or may become available in the fu- connectors.
  • Page 290 CONTROLS Interior equipment Front center console In the cargo area Press on the cover. A socket is located on the right side in the cargo area. Unfold the cover. USB port General information Follow the information regarding the connec- tion of mobile devices to the USB port in the section on USB connections.
  • Page 291 ▷ USB port Type C. ▷ For charging mobile devices. ▷ Charge current: max. 3 A. BMW Travel & Comfort Press on the cover. System General information USB ports and mounts for attaching special accessories, e.g., universal holders for tablets or clothes hangers, are located on the back- rests of the front seats.
  • Page 292 CONTROLS Interior equipment Overview Safety information Warning When charging a Qi-compatible device in the wireless charging tray, any metal objects on the tray together with the device can become very hot. If storage media or electronic cards, e.g., chip cards, cards with magnetic strips, or cards that transmit signals, are placed on the tray together with the device, they may The mounts and USB ports are located behind...
  • Page 293 Interior equipment CONTROLS Inserting the mobile phone System limits Open the tray cover. The charge current may be reduced or charg- ing may be temporarily interrupted in the wire- Place the mobile phone centered in the tray less charging tray in the following situations: with the display facing up.

  • Page 294: 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 295 Storage compartments CONTROLS Fold-out compartment Storage tray in center console Opening the fold-out compartment Opening the storage compartment Press the button and open the cover. Press on the cover. Storage compartments in Closing the storage compartment the doors Pull the cover on the handle back. General information Front center armrest There are storage compartments in the doors.
  • Page 296 CONTROLS Storage compartments Front cup holder Closing the cup holder Pull the cover on the handle back. Safety information Maintaining the drink temperature Warning General information Unsuitable containers in the cup holders may Depending on vehicle equipment, drinks can damage the cup holders or be thrown about be kept cool or warm.
  • Page 297 Storage compartments CONTROLS Coat hooks ▷ Blue LED illuminates: keep drinks cool. ▷ Red LED illuminates: keep drinks warm. General information Switching off the thermoelectric The coat hooks are located in the grab handles cooling and heating system for a cup in the rear.

  • Page 298: Cargo Area

    CONTROLS Cargo area 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 299 Cargo area CONTROLS 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 300 CONTROLS Cargo area Opening the storage compartment Warning If a rear seat backrest is not locked, unse- cured cargo can be thrown about the car’s interior; for instance, in the event of an acci- dent, braking or an evasive maneuver. There is a risk of injury.
  • Page 301 Cargo area CONTROLS Folding back the rear seat backrest Warning From the rear Body parts can become trapped when the folding cargo cover is operated. There is a Return the rear seat backrest to the seat posi- risk of injury. When operating the folding tion and engage it.
  • Page 302 CONTROLS Cargo area To do so, pull back the cover on the under- side. Lift the cover slightly. Remove the cover along the guide towards the rear. Inserting the cargo covers Proceed in the reverse order to reinstall. Make sure that the cargo covers are positioned cor- rectly in the brackets and that they are en- gaged.
  • Page 303 Cargo area CONTROLS Online Edition for Part no. 01405A8A608 - VI/23...

  • Page 304: Driving Tips

    DRIVING TIPS BMW XM Technology BMW XM Technology Vehicle features and options BMW XM50e Power and torque values This chapter describes model-specific equip- High-performance en- 308 hp/332 lb- ment, systems, and functions that are currently gine with 3.0 liter dis-...
  • Page 305 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. 01405A8A608 - VI/23...

  • Page 306: Things To Remember When Driving

    DRIVING TIPS Things to remember when driving Things to remember when driving Vehicle features and options Use hybrid mode, i.e., drive alternating be- tween the combustion engine and electric mo- tor. This chapter describes model-specific equip- ment, systems, and functions that are currently From 600 miles/1,000 km to available, or may become available in the fu- 1,200 miles/2,000 km...
  • Page 307 Things to remember when driving DRIVING TIPS General driving notes Safety information Closing the tailgate NOTICE Objects in unpaved areas, for instance Safety information stones or branches, can damage the vehicle. There is a risk of damage to property. Do not drive on unpaved terrain.
  • Page 308 DRIVING TIPS Things to remember when driving Do not remove the heat shields installed and ▷ Deactivate the speed control system. never apply undercoating to them. Make sure ▷ Activate Sport program. that no combustible materials can come in ▷ If possible, drive at varying speeds.
  • Page 309 Things to remember when driving DRIVING TIPS Objects in the travel path of the pedals ▷ Only drive through when the combustion engine is running. ▷ Prevent the combustion engine from shut- Warning ting down, e.g., engage selector lever posi- Objects in the driver's footwell can limit the tion D/S.
  • Page 310 DRIVING TIPS Things to remember when driving M Driver's Package: driving in the You can increase the engine braking effect by downshifting, going all the way to first gear, if higher speed range needed. Safety information Warning Damage to vehicle components can nega- tively impact handling at high speeds.

  • Page 311: Trailer And Rear Carrier

    Trailer and rear carrier DRIVING TIPS Trailer and rear carrier Vehicle features and options Tire pressure Note the tire inflation pressure of the vehicle This chapter describes model-specific equip- and trailer. ment, systems, and functions that are currently For the vehicle, the tire inflation pressure for available, or may become available in the fu- higher loads applies.
  • Page 312 DRIVING TIPS Trailer and rear carrier Removing the cover ▷ Turn signals/brake lights: 54 watts per side. ▷ Rear lights: 100 watts in total. ▷ Backlight: 54 watts in total. Mount for trailer hitch General information Pull the cover out of the back of the mount, and stow it in the vehicle.
  • Page 313 Trailer and rear carrier DRIVING TIPS Safety information ▷ Driver assistance systems, refer to page 221. ▷ Driving stability control systems, refer to Warning page 209. If the trailer safety line or the trailer safety ▷ Cruise control, refer to page 226. chain is not fastened correctly, the trailer may unintentionally come loose.
  • Page 314 DRIVING TIPS Trailer and rear carrier Setting the maximum speed socket. To avoid malfunctions, activate use of the trailer or rear carrier manually. Apps menu When the trailer socket is occupied or trailer "Vehicle" towing is activated, some driver assistance "Driving settings"...
  • Page 315 ▷ Vehicles with removable trailer hitch: Use when reversing, but by continuous correction suitable accessories approved by BMW. of the articulation angle on the control display. The system takes over the steering. The driver Teaching the Trailer Assistant...
  • Page 316 Operating tips can be displayed for easier op- In case of obstacles, stop immediately and eration of the Trailer Assistant. take over steering. Select the BMW ID or driver profile. If necessary, adjust the kink angle while Apps menu driving to correct the direction.
  • Page 317 Trailer and rear carrier DRIVING TIPS cle is secured at a standstill. As a result, the The system detects swinging and automati- car-trailer combination cannot continue to roll cally brakes the vehicle quickly in order to leave uncontrolled. The trailer protection brake can the critical speed range and stabilize the car- be switched on or off.
  • Page 318 DRIVING TIPS Trailer and rear carrier Rear carriers ▷ Stow heavy cargo as close as possible to the ball head. ▷ Fasten cargo securely to the rear carrier, Principle making sure it will not slip. The trailer hitch ball head can be used as a mount for rear carriers such as rear bicycle Before driving racks.

  • Page 319: Saving Fuel

    Saving fuel DRIVING TIPS Saving fuel Vehicle features and options Using the hybrid system efficiently This chapter describes model-specific equip- ment, systems, and functions that are currently Principle available, or may become available in the fu- ture, even if they are not present in the vehicle. The vehicle's hybrid system runs automati- cally.
  • Page 320 DRIVING TIPS Saving fuel ▷ Stop-and-go traffic: The combustion engine is switched on or over automatically by the hybrid system. ▷ Driving with constant speed: The electric motor relieves the combustion engine periodically by also being switched Optimizing fuel consumption Charging the vehicle regularly Charge the vehicle regularly and completely using a suitable charging device.
  • Page 321 Saving fuel DRIVING TIPS Online Edition for Part no. 01405A8A608 - VI/23...

  • Page 322: Mobility

    MOBILITY Charging the vehicle Charging the vehicle Vehicle features and options The manufacturer of the vehicle recommends that, prior to your first use of a charging loca- tion, you have the compatibility of the follow- This chapter describes model-specific equip- ing components confirmed: ment, systems, and functions that are currently ▷...
  • Page 323 For optimal use of the energy from the power grid, charging at a charging station, e.g., at a Warning BMW Wallbox, is recommended. Contact with live components can lead to an Ensure that the charging station is installed electric shock. High voltage is present at the according to the technical requirements of the charging connection.
  • Page 324 MOBILITY Charging the vehicle Charging cable mestic socket outlet or when charging with third-party domestic socket outlets. General information Current limit Use a Mode 2 charging cable, Mode 3 charging General information cable, or the permanently installed charging cable of a charging station to charge the vehi- The current limit for charging with the Mode 2 cle.
  • Page 325 Charging the vehicle MOBILITY The charging cable may be permanently in- stalled at the charging station. Warning The Mode 3 charging cable is also referred to An incorrectly connected charging cable can as AC quick charging cable. lead to damage, for instance cable fire. There is a risk of injury or risk of damage to prop- Storage erty.
  • Page 326 MOBILITY Charging the vehicle Removing the charging cable Charging socket flap General information When the vehicle is locked, the charging cable is locked. Unlock the vehicle before removing. Before unplugging, clean the area between the charging socket flap and charging socket as necessary, for instance remove snow.
  • Page 327 Charging the vehicle MOBILITY Unlocking the charging cable ing socket flap can be opened even when the vehicle is locked. Principle Charging process AC charging cable: the charging cable is un- locked when the vehicle is unlocked. Principle Unlocking charging cable via iDrive The charging process can be adapted to con- Selecting unlock directly straints such as the cost of electricity, available...
  • Page 328 MOBILITY Charging the vehicle Plug & Charge Connecting the charging cable, refer to page 325. Principle Lock vehicle if it is unlocked. With Plug & Charge, personal user data can be Charging status display saved to the vehicle. The charging process at public charging stations is simplified.
  • Page 329 "Charging mode" Additional messages about the charging sta- "Time slot" tus can be displayed in the instrument cluster Select the desired setting. or via the BMW app on the mobile device. Optimized charging Setting the charging mode Apps menu Principle "Vehicle"...
  • Page 330 MOBILITY Charging the vehicle Displays in the instrument red, e.g., electricity generated from bio- mass or nuclear power. cluster ▷ "Renewable energy sources": Renewa- ble energy sources will be preferred, The charge state indicator light shows the e.g., electricity generated from wind or charge state of the high-voltage battery in the solar.
  • Page 331 Charging the vehicle MOBILITY ▷ Climate control for departure time. Display Meaning ▷ Scheduling of up to three regular departure Blue icon: Charging capacity re- times. duced due to low temperature of ▷ Planning a one-time departure time. the high-voltage battery. White icon: Charging capacity re- Climate control for departure time duced due to high temperature of...
  • Page 332 MOBILITY Charging the vehicle Activate/deactivate the function The range will be reduced if pre-condition- ing is activated without a charging cable Apps menu connected. "Vehicle" ▷ Planned climate control at the set depar- "Charging" ture time. "Location-based charging settings" Additional information: "Save based on location"...
  • Page 333 Charging the vehicle MOBILITY Put the vehicle into operation If the vehicle battery is discharged, the com- bustion engine can be started using the bat- tery of another vehicle and two jumper cables. Additional information: Jump-starting, refer to page 382. Service life of high-voltage battery General information...

  • Page 334: Refueling

    MOBILITY Refueling Refueling Vehicle features and options Safety information This chapter describes model-specific equip- Warning ment, systems, and functions that are currently Simultaneous charging and refueling poses a available, or may become available in the fu- risk of fire if a sufficient safety distance from ture, even if they are not present in the vehicle.
  • Page 335 Refueling MOBILITY General information ▷ If you have sufficient fuel, search for an authorized service center or another Overpressure caused by gasoline vapors may qualified service center or repair shop. form in the fuel tank. Before opening, ventilate ▷ If you do not have sufficient fuel, unlock the tank to equalize the pressure.
  • Page 336 MOBILITY Refueling Emergency unlocking To open the fuel filler flap, press on the rear edge, arrow. The fuel filler flap opens. It may be necessary in certain situations to un- lock the fuel filler flap manually, for instance with an electrical malfunction. The release is located in the cargo area.

  • Page 337: Wheels And Tires

    Wheels and tires MOBILITY 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 338 100 mph/160 km/h tire pressure value. Correct the tire inflation pressure if the ac- BMW XM, BMW XM Label tual tire inflation pressure deviates from the intended tire inflation pressure. Tire size Pressure specifications...
  • Page 339 Tire size Pressure specifications Tire pressure values over in bar/PSI 100 mph/160 km/h Specifications in bar/PSI with cold BMW XM, BMW XM Label tires Without M Driver’s Package: 285/45 R 21 113 2.8 / 41 3.3 / 48 V XL M+S Front: 275/45 R 3.0 / 44...
  • Page 340 MOBILITY Wheels and tires be greater than one-half of the vehicle’s Gross Tire size Pressure specifications Axle Weight Rating – GAWR. Note, front vs. in bar/PSI rear GAWR and tire loads, respectively. Rear: 315/40 R 3.1 / 45 21 115 Y XL Speed letter Front: HL 3.3 / 48...
  • Page 341 Wheels and tires MOBILITY Uniform Tire Quality Grading Temperature Quality grades can be found where applicable The temperature grades are A, the highest, B, on the tire sidewall between tread shoulder and C, representing the tire's resistance to the and maximum section width. generation of heat and its ability to dissipate heat when tested under controlled conditions E.g.: Treadwear 200;...
  • Page 342 MOBILITY Wheels and tires and 0.16 in/4 mm for winter and all-season ▷ Tire pressure too low. tires, or observe the statutory regulations on ▷ Vehicle overloading. minimum tread depth. ▷ Incorrect tire storage. Safety information Minimum tread depth Warning Damaged tires can lose tire inflation pres- sure, which can lead to loss of vehicle con- trol.
  • Page 343 Wheels and tires MOBILITY Suitable wheels and tires vehicle type. Following tire damage, have the original wheel/tire combination remounted on the vehicle as soon as possible. General information Only certain wheel/tire combinations are suit- able depending on vehicle and equipment. Warning The vehicle manufacturer determines wheel/ tire combinations on the basis of the following...
  • Page 344 MOBILITY Wheels and tires Retreaded tires Winter tires can be identified by the moun- tain/snowflake icon and the letters M+S on the tire sidewall. Warning So-called all-season tires with M+S marking Retreated tires can have different tire casing but without mountain and snowflake icon have structures.
  • Page 345 Wheels and tires MOBILITY ▷ Set the parking brake. ▷ In the cargo area under the cargo floor panel. ▷ Turn the steering wheel until the front wheels are in the straight-ahead position ▷ In the cargo area on the left or right side. and engage the steering wheel lock.
  • Page 346 MOBILITY Wheels and tires Safety precautions Preparing the tire repair set ▷ Park the vehicle as far away as possible Insert the sealant bottle into the mount on from passing traffic and on solid ground. the housing of the compressor. ▷...
  • Page 347 Wheels and tires MOBILITY Unscrew the valve cap from the wheel and Let the compressor run for max. 10 minutes screw the connecting piece of the filler hose to fill in the tire sealant and reach a tire onto the valve. pressure of 2.5 bar/36 psi.
  • Page 348 MOBILITY Wheels and tires Stow the tire repair set in the cargo area. Do not continue driving unless a minimum tire pressure of 1.3 bar/19 psi is displayed. Immediately drive 5 miles/10 km to ensure Contact an authorized service center or an- that the tire sealant is evenly distributed in other qualified service center or repair shop.
  • Page 349 Wheels and tires MOBILITY have the electronics checked and replaced at Tire size Wheel size Rim offset (IS) the next opportunity. 285/45 R21 9.5J x 21 Snow chains Information on the wheel size and rim offset is located on the inside of the wheel. Safety information The list can also include wheel/tire sizes that are only suitable for certain models.
  • Page 350 MOBILITY Wheels and tires Safety information When operating the system, also note the in- formation found in the Tire inflation pressure chapter. Warning Additional information: When rear axle steering is switched on and Tire inflation pressure, refer to page 337. snow chains are mounted, there can be con- tact between snow chains and the body.
  • Page 351 Wheels and tires MOBILITY ▷ After a tire or wheel change, a reset was The measurement of the current tire inflation performed with the correct tire inflation pressure is started. The measurement prog- pressure. ress is displayed. ▷ After the tire inflation pressure was ad- Status display justed to a new value, a reset was per- formed.
  • Page 352 "Vehicle status" An icon with service information is shown on "Tire Pressure Monitor" the control display and, if necessary, in the My BMW App. Make sure that the tire settings are correct. Tire settings, refer to page 351. Icon Possible cause Turn on drive-ready state and do not drive Leak detected on the tire.
  • Page 353 Wheels and tires MOBILITY If a tire inflation pressure check is If there is a significant tire pressure required loss Message Message An icon with a Check Control message appears A yellow warning light is illuminated in on the control display. the instrument cluster.
  • Page 354 MOBILITY Wheels and tires If a tire inflation pressure check is Measure required Reduce the vehicle speed. Do not exceed a speed of 80 mph/130 km/h. Message At the next opportunity, for instance at a fill- An icon with a Check Control message appears ing station, check the tire inflation pressure on the control display.
  • Page 355 Wheels and tires MOBILITY Tire Pressure Monitor may not have been Control message is displayed. It may not be reset. In this case, perform the reset. possible to identify tire pressure losses. If no tire damage can be identified, con- tact an authorized service center or another Measure qualified service center or repair shop.
  • Page 356 MOBILITY Wheels and tires ability. Please note that the TPMS is not a The system does not measure the actual infla- substitute for proper tire maintenance, and it tion pressure in the tires. is the driver's responsibility to maintain correct Functional requirements tire pressure, even if under-inflation has not reached the level to trigger illumination of the...
  • Page 357 Wheels and tires MOBILITY Actions in the event of a flat tire Turn on drive-ready state and do not drive off. Identify the damaged tire. Start the initialization with: "Perform reset" To do this, check the tire pressure in all four Drive off.
  • Page 358 MOBILITY Wheels and tires Safety information Warning The jack is optimized for lifting the vehicle Warning and for the jacking points on the vehicle only. The jack is only provided for short-term lifting There is a risk of injury. Do not lift any other of the vehicle for wheel changes.
  • Page 359 Wheels and tires MOBILITY 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 360 MOBILITY Wheels and tires 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 361 Wheels and tires MOBILITY Take your hand away from the jack as soon Hand-tighten the remaining lug bolts and as the jack is under load and continue turn- tighten all lug bolts well in a crosswise pat- ing the jack crank handle or lever with one tern.

  • Page 362: 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 363 Engine compartment MOBILITY 8-cylinder engine Vehicle identification number 5 Coolant reservoir, engine 2 Filler neck for washer fluid 6 Oil filler neck 3 Jump-starting, negative battery terminal 7 Coolant reservoir, auxiliary cooling 4 Jump-starting, positive battery terminal Hood Warning The engine compartment accommodates Safety information moving components.
  • Page 364 MOBILITY Engine compartment An acoustic signal and a notice in the in- strument cluster indicate that the hood is Warning open. An incorrectly locked hood can open while driving and restrict visibility. There is a risk of accident. Stop immediately and correctly close the hood.

  • Page 365: 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 366 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 367 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 368 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 362. quantity is indicated in the message shown on the control display.
  • Page 369 The vehicle manufacturer recommends using coolant with The BMW Longlife-22 FE++ oil specification is the BMW LC-18 specification. Do not mix cool- only suitable for the 50e gasoline engine. ant additives of different colors. Use a 50:50 mixing ratio of water to coolant additive.
  • Page 370 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 364. 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 371 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 372: Maintenance

    Additional information: Condition Based Service Vehicle equipment, refer to page 8. Principle BMW maintenance system Condition Based Service determines the main- tenance recommendation using sensors and Principle special algorithms that take into account the operating conditions of the vehicle.
  • Page 373 Maintenance MOBILITY and microfilter/activated-charcoal filter checks, ommended that access to the socket for On- performed by an authorized service center or board Diagnosis be limited to an authorized another qualified service center or repair shop. service center or another qualified service center or repair shop, or other persons that have the specialized training and equipment Maintenance Booklet for US...

  • Page 374: 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 375 Replacing components MOBILITY Replacing the rear wiper blade the lights switched on, the condensation evap- orates after a short time. The headlight glass The wiper blade is engaged at the end of the does not need to be changed. wiper arm. If, despite driving with the headlights switched Push the lever down, arrow 1, and pull off on, moisture such as water droplets increas-...
  • Page 376 MOBILITY Replacing components the vehicle battery to the vehicle after the bat- of damage to property. Only connect battery tery has been changed. Once the battery has chargers for the vehicle battery to the jump- been registered again, all comfort features will start terminals in the engine compartment.
  • Page 377 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 378: Breakdown Assistance

    MOBILITY Breakdown Assistance Breakdown Assistance Vehicle features and options Warning triangle This chapter describes model-specific equip- The warning triangle is located in the left stor- ment, systems, and functions that are currently age compartment of the cargo area. available, or may become available in the fu- Pull the lug.
  • Page 379 In the event of a breakdown, accident or if you Functional requirements have any questions about the vehicle, BMW ▷ Active ConnectedDrive contract, equipment Assist can be used to contact BMW Group's with intelligent emergency call or BMW customer support. ConnectedDrive services. General information ▷...
  • Page 380 Follow the displays on the control display. message appears on the control display. A voice connection is established. When BMW Accident Assistance is triggered, data on the vehicle's condition is sent to BMW. Online Edition for Part no. 01405A8A608 - VI/23...
  • Page 381 ▷ The LED flashes green when a connection to the BMW Response Center has been es- Overview tablished. The BMW Response Center then makes contact with the occupants of the vehicle and initiates further steps to help.
  • Page 382 MOBILITY Breakdown Assistance Malfunction Warning The function of the emergency call may be im- paired. Fluids in the high-voltage battery are corro- sive. There is a risk of injury. Do not touch The LED near the SOS button flashes for ap- fluids escaping from the high-voltage battery.
  • Page 383 Breakdown Assistance MOBILITY nal, or to the corresponding engine or body ground of assisting vehicle. NOTICE Attach the second terminal clamp to the Swapping the positive and negative termi- negative battery terminal, or to the corre- nals can permanently damage components sponding engine or body ground of the ve- of the hybrid system or the vehicle electron- hicle to be started.
  • Page 384 MOBILITY Breakdown Assistance M Steptronic Sport Tow truck transmission: transporting the vehicleTransporting the vehicle General information Do not transport the vehicle by towing it. Safety information NOTICE The vehicle should only be transported on a The vehicle can be damaged when towing loading platform.
  • Page 385 Breakdown Assistance MOBILITY Tow bar The tow fitting is found in the onboard vehicle tool kit. The tow fittings used should be on the same Observe the following notes when using the side on both vehicles. tow fitting: If it is impossible to avoid mounting the tow ▷...
  • Page 386 MOBILITY Breakdown Assistance Screw thread for tow fitting Press on the mark on the edge of the cover to push it out. Tow-starting Do not tow-start the vehicle. Start the engine by jump-starting, if possible. Have the cause of starting issues corrected by an authorized service center or another quali- fied service center or repair shop.

  • Page 387: Vehicle Care

    Vehicle Care MOBILITY Vehicle Care Vehicle features and options NOTICE When washing with an open charging socket This chapter describes model-specific equip- flap, the charging socket can be damaged. ment, systems, and functions that are currently There is a risk of damage to property. Close available, or may become available in the fu- the charging socket flap before washing.
  • Page 388 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 389 Vehicle Care MOBILITY Safety information Use leather care products; otherwise, dirt and grease will gradually break down the protective coating of the leather surface. Warning Remove aggressive substances, e.g., Cleaning agents can contain substances that sunscreen, immediately to prevent alterations are dangerous and harmful to your health.
  • Page 390 MOBILITY Vehicle Care Chrome surfaces Clean extensively down to the seams. Avoid rubbing the material vigorously. Carefully clean Chrome surfaces, especially in case of exposure to road salt, with plenty of Textile care water and added auto shampoo as needed. Use a microfiber cloth for cleaning minor con- Exhaust system tailpipes tamination.
  • Page 391 Vehicle Care MOBILITY Clean with a microfiber cloth. Dampen the pet, rub back and forth in the driving direction cloth lightly with water, if needed. only. Mount for trailer hitch Do not soak the headliner. Depending on vehicle equipment, keep the Seat belts mount clean.

  • Page 392: 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 XM Width with mirrors in/mm 88/2,235 Width without mirrors in/mm 78.9/2,005...
  • Page 393 Technical data REFERENCE BMW XM Approved front axle weight lbs/kg 3,307/1,500 Approved rear axle weight lbs/kg 4,023/1,825 BMW XM Label Permissible gross mass lbs/kg 7,209/3,270 Payload lbs/kg 1,043/473 Approved front axle weight lbs/kg 3,307/1,500 Approved rear axle weight lbs/kg 4,023/1,825...
  • Page 394 REFERENCE Technical data Filling capacities BMW XM Fuel tank, approx. US gal/liters 18.2/69.0 Observe further information on fuel quality, re- fer to page 365. Online Edition for Part no. 01405A8A608 - VI/23...

  • Page 395: Appendix

    Appendix REFERENCE Appendix General information Any updates to the Owner's Manual of the ve- hicle are listed here. Updates made after the editorial deadline The following chapters were updated in the printed version of the Owner's Manual after the editorial deadline for the Integrated Own- er's Manual in the vehicle had closed: ▷...

  • Page 396: Everything From A To Z

    Airbags, warning light Accessories and parts Air circulation, see Recirculated-air mode AC charging station, see Charging vehicle Air conditioning, climate Accident Assistance, see BMW Accident Assis- Air distribution, manual tance Air drying, see air conditioning Accident prevention, see Active Protection...
  • Page 397 BMW ID Sport transmission BMW iDrive Automatic unlocking BMW Intelligent Personal Assistant Automating routines, BMW Intelligent Personal BMW Live Cockpit Plus, see BMW Curved Dis- Assistant play AUTO program, automatic climate control Online Edition for Part no. 01405A8A608 - VI/23...
  • Page 398 BMW Operating System, see BMW iDrive Can holder, front, see Cup holder, front BMW Roadside Assistance Can holder, rear, see Cup holder, rear BMW SIM Reader, see Owner's Manual for Care Navigation, Entertainment, Communication Care, displays, screens BMW Theater Screen, see Owner's Manual for...
  • Page 399 Cleaning, see Care Coolant level Climate control Cooling, maximum Closing with the Key Card Cooling system Closing with the smartphone, see BMW Digital Cornering light Corrosion, brake disks Clothes hooks Cosmetic mirror Coasting, rolling to a stop Cross Traffic Warning...
  • Page 400 Drive Recorder Diagnostic socket Driver profiles Differential lock Driver profiles, welcome screen Digital Key Driving Digital Key, see BMW Digital Key Driving Assistant, see Collision warning sys- Dimensions tems Dimmable interior mirror Driving comfort Dimming exterior mirror Driving condition, display...
  • Page 401 Everything from A to Z REFERENCE Evasion Assistant, see Forward Collision Miti- gation Event Data Recorder EDR Electric drive, ELECTRIC Exchange, wheels and tires Electric drive-ready state Exhaust, care ELECTRIC, electric drive Exhaust gas particulate filter Electronic oil measurement Exhaust gas system Electronic Stability Program ESP, see Dynamic Exhaust gas system sound Stability Control...
  • Page 402 Gentleman function, see Front passenger seat Flat tire warning light, see Flat tire monitor functionality Flat tire warning light, see Tire Pressure Moni- Gesture Control Gestures, see BMW Gesture Control Flexible Fast Charger Glare shield, see Sun visor Floods, driving through Glove compartment...
  • Page 403 High-voltage battery, long stationary peri- Indicator lights Individual air distribution High-voltage battery, service life Individual settings, see BMW ID High-voltage system, automatic deactiva- Individual settings, see M Setup tion Inductive charging, smartphone, see Wireless High-voltage system, contact with water...
  • Page 404 Lights, care Key, see Vehicle key Light switch Kickdown, M Steptronic Sport transmission List, instrument cluster, see Selection lists Knee airbag Live Cockpit Plus, see BMW Curved Display Live Cockpit Professional, see BMW Curved Display Live Vehicle Labeling Load Lane boundary...
  • Page 405 M differential, active Multifunction steering wheel, buttons MDM, see M Dynamic Mode M xDrive M Driver's Package, driving instructions My BMW app, see Owner's Manual for Naviga- M Dynamic Mode tion, Entertainment, Communication Medical supplies, see First-aid kit Memory function...
  • Page 406 Opening and closing the cargo area filter Opening and closing the tailgate Parts and accessories Opening with the Key Card Pathway lighting Opening with the smartphone, see BMW Digi- Pathway lighting, turning on tal Key Payload Operating condition of the vehicle Payload, technical data...
  • Page 407 Manual for Navigation, Entertainment, Com- Reset, Tire Pressure Monitor munication Reset, vehicle settings Rear automatic climate control Restricted Driving, see BMW Digital Key Rear axle steering, see Integral Active Steer- RESUME button, see Cruise Control sys- tems Rear carrier Retreaded tires...
  • Page 408 Service life of high-voltage battery Safe braking Service notification Safe Exit, see Exit warning Service notifications, see Condition Based Safe Share function, see BMW Digital Key Service Safety and warning, see Collision warning sys- Servotronic tems SET button, see Speed control systems...
  • Page 409 Everything from A to Z REFERENCE Software Update, see Remote Software Up- Stationary climate control grade Stations, see Owner's Manual for Navigation, Software Upgrade, see Remote Software Up- Entertainment, Communication grade Status control display, tires Soot particulate filter, see Exhaust gas particu- Status information, iDrive late filter Status of Owner's Manual...
  • Page 410 Tank volume Touchpad, Controller Technical changes, see For Your Own Safety Tow bar Technical data Tow fitting Technology, BMW M Towing Telephone, see Owner's Manual for Naviga- Tow rope tion, Entertainment and Communication Tow-starting Telephone, selection list in the instrument...
  • Page 411 Unlock button, M Steptronic Sport transmis- Version Software, see Remote Software Up- sion grade Unlocking, see Opening and Closing Video recording, see BMW Drive Recorder Unlocking, settings Video, see Owner's Manual for Navigation, En- Unlocking the transmission lock, electronic tertainment and Communication...
  • Page 412 REFERENCE Everything from A to Z Washer fluid Wordmatch principle, see Entry comparison Washer nozzles, windshield Workshop, see Service notification Washing the vehicle Wrong Way Warning Washing, vehicle Water, high-voltage system Water on roads Water, see Condensation water under the Yield warning parked vehicle Website, see Internet...
  • Page 413 *BL5A8A60800B* 01405A8A608 ue Online Edition for Part no. 01405A8A608 - VI/23...
  • Page 415 California Proposition 65 Warning For vehicles sold in California: Online Edition for Part no. 01405A8A608 - VI/23...
  • Page 416 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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