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  • Page 1 LINK: CONTENT & A-Z The Ultimate Driving Machine OWNER'S HANDBOOK. THE BMW 3 SERIES SALOON. Online Edition for Part no. xxx - VI/19...
  • Page 2 Online Edition for Part no. xxx - VI/19...
  • Page 3 The better you are acquainted with your vehicle, the easier you will find it is to operate. We would therefore like to offer you the following advice: Please read the Owner's Handbook before setting out in your new BMW. Also use the Integrated Owner's Handbook in your vehicle. It contains impor‐...

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Adjustment and operation ................... On the move ........................CONTROLS Driving area ........................Vehicle operating state ....................iDrive ..........................BMW Remote Software Upgrade ................General settings ......................Personal settings ......................Connections ........................Opening and closing ..................... Seats, mirrors and steering wheel ................
  • Page 5 © 2019 Bayerische Motoren Werke Aktiengesellschaft Munich, Germany Not to be reproduced, wholly or in part, without written permission from BMW AG, Munich. English ID7 VI/19, 07 19 490 Printed on environmentally friendly paper, bleached without chlorine, suitable for recycling.
  • Page 6 Online Edition for Part no. xxx - VI/19...
  • Page 7 NOTES Notes ......................8 Owner's Handbook media ................ 18 Online Edition for Part no. xxx - VI/19...

  • Page 8: Notes Notes

    We recommend that you read through the first chapter to obtain an initial overview of the vehi‐ Vehicle information and general information on cle. BMW – on technology, for example – are avail‐ able on the Internet: www.bmw.com. Validity of Owner's Handbook Integrated Owner's Handbook in...
  • Page 9 Notes NOTES Symbols and displays Vehicle equipment This Owner's Handbook describes all models Symbols in the Owner's and all the standard, national and special equip‐ Handbook ment available for the model series. As a result, this Owner's Handbook may also contain de‐ Symbol Meaning scriptions and illustrations of equipment and functions not featured in a vehicle, for example...
  • Page 10 After a vehicle software update – for example, a out by a BMW Service Partner. If another BMW Remote Software Upgrade – the integrated authorised workshop is chosen, BMW recom‐ Owner's Handbook for the vehicle will contain mends choosing one that performs work, for ex‐...
  • Page 11 BMW. Data protection laws BMW accepts product responsibility for genuine BMW parts and accessories. On the other hand, As per prevailing data protection law, vehicle BMW cannot accept liability for parts or acces‐ users have certain rights they may assert against sory products of any kind which it has not ap‐...
  • Page 12 Notes NOTES Legal requirements regarding ▷ Responses of the vehicle to particular driving situations, for example triggering of an airbag, data disclosure activation of the drive stability control sys‐ According to current law, the vehicle manufac‐ tems. turer is obliged to provide the authorities with any ▷...
  • Page 13 Notes NOTES Data entry and data transfer into media system. Certain information is transferred to the mobile device at the same time. Depend‐ the vehicle ing on the type of integration, this includes posi‐ tion data and other general vehicle information, General for example.
  • Page 14 Notes NOTES mission, a contractual arrangement or consent. It If a critical system failure occurs that would put is also possible to activate or deactivate the data the eCall statutory emergency call system out of connection as a whole. Excluded from this are operation, the vehicle occupants receive a warn‐...
  • Page 15 Notes NOTES Rights of individuals affected by ▷ A log of the automatic system activation, along with the time stamp. data processing ▷ Control information, which tells rescue serv‐ The individual affected by data processing, ices whether the emergency call was trig‐ for example the vehicle owner, has the right to gered automatically or manually, for example.
  • Page 16 Notes NOTES Legal basis Improving quality The intelligent emergency call system processes The vehicle manufacturer also uses the data sent personal data in accordance with the following as part of an emergency call to improve product regulations: and service quality. ▷...
  • Page 17 Notes NOTES the vehicle manufacturer and, where applicable, emergency call system. The eCall statutory to the public rescue coordination centre: emergency call system takes over the emer‐ gency call function if the intelligent emergency ▷ Accident data, for example the direction of call system is not functional for technical rea‐...

  • Page 18: Owner's Handbook Media

    Owner's Handbook media NOTES Owner's Handbook media Vehicle equipment Owner's Handbook for the vehicle will contain updated information. This chapter describes all standard, country-spe‐ cific and special equipment available for the Printed Owner's Handbook model series. It may therefore describe equip‐ ment and functions which are not installed in Principle your vehicle, for example on account of the op‐...

  • Page 19: Quick Reference

    Owner's Handbook media NOTES "Owner's Handbook" Press the button again to switch back Select the required method of accessing the to the last displayed function. contents. Press the button again to switch back Scrolling within the Owner's to the last displayed page of the Owner's Handbook Handbook.
  • Page 20 Online Edition for Part no. xxx - VI/19...

  • Page 21: Quick Reference

    QUICK REFERENCE Getting in ..................... 22 Adjustment and operation ................ 26 On the move ....................30 Online Edition for Part no. xxx - VI/19...

  • Page 22: Getting In

    Getting in QUICK REFERENCE Getting in Opening and closing Press the button on the vehicle key. All vehicle entrances are locked. Buttons on the vehicle key Keep the button on the vehicle key pressed after locking. The windows and the Glass Roof are closed for as long as the button on the vehicle key is pressed.
  • Page 23 Getting in QUICK REFERENCE Simply having the vehicle key with you, for exam‐ Correct foot movement ple in your trouser pocket, is sufficient. Stand in the centre behind the vehicle, ap‐ The vehicle automatically recognises the vehicle proximately an arm's length away from the key when it is in the immediate vicinity or inside rear of the vehicle.
  • Page 24 Getting in QUICK REFERENCE With automatic tailgate operation: Driver's door closing ▷ Press and hold the button on the ve‐ hicle key until the boot lid has closed. ▷ Press the button on the inside of the boot lid. Displays and controls 1 Power window switches Around the steering wheel 2 Central locking system...
  • Page 25 Getting in QUICK REFERENCE the touchscreen, voice control system or Ges‐ ture Control. Buttons on the Controller Button Function To call up the main menu. To call up the Apps menu. To call up the Communication menu. To call up the Media/Radio menu. To call up the destination entry menu of the navigation system.

  • Page 26: Adjustment And Operation

    Adjustment and operation QUICK REFERENCE Adjustment and operation Seats, mirrors and steering To adjust the head restraint wheel Height Manually adjustable seats ▷ Downwards: press the button, arrow 1, and slide the head restraint downwards. 1 Forward/back ▷ Up: push head restraint upwards. 2 Thigh support After setting the height, make sure that the head restraint engages correctly.
  • Page 27 Adjustment and operation QUICK REFERENCE To adjust the exterior mirrors Saving Set the desired position. Press the button on the door. The lettering in the button is illuminated. Press the desired button 1 or 2 at the door while the lettering is illuminated. A signal sounds.
  • Page 28 Adjustment and operation QUICK REFERENCE If applicable, the search term will be automati‐ ▷ Enter the same control number on the de‐ cally completed in grey text. vice and via iDrive then confirm. Press the Controller or tilt it upwards to ac‐ The device is connected and displayed in the cept the suggested search term.
  • Page 29 Adjustment and operation QUICK REFERENCE Apple CarPlay preparation Principle CarPlay makes it possible to operate certain functions of a compatible Apple iPhone by Siri voice operation and using iDrive. Operating requirements ▷ Compatible iPhone. iPhone 5 or later with iOS 7.1 or later. ▷...

  • Page 30: On The Move

    On the move QUICK REFERENCE On the move Driving Parking brake Engaging Drive-ready state Pull the switch. Switching on drive-ready state LED and indicator lamp are illuminated. ▷ Depress the brake pedal. Releasing ▷ With manual gearbox: press clutch and engage neutral. With drive-ready state switched on: ▷...
  • Page 31 On the move QUICK REFERENCE Steptronic transmission Engaging P Only engage selector lever position P when the Engaging selector lever positions D, vehicle is stationary. N, R Press button P. ▷ D drive position. ▷ N neutral. Steptronic transmission, sport ▷...
  • Page 32 On the move QUICK REFERENCE High-beam headlights, flasher, Light and lighting indicator Light functions High-beam headlights, headlight Symbol Function flasher Rear fog light. Front fog lights. Lights off. Daytime driving lights. Side lights. Push the lever forwards or pull it back. ▷...
  • Page 33 On the move QUICK REFERENCE Wiper system Rain sensor Activating/deactivating Switching the wipers on/off and flick-wiping Switching on To activate: press the lever up once from its home position, arrow 1. To deactivate: press the lever back to the home Press the lever upwards to the desired position.
  • Page 34 On the move QUICK REFERENCE Air conditioning Button Function AUTO programme. Automatic air conditioning Air flow, manual. Button Function Switch off. Temperature. Air distribution, manual. Recirculated-air mode. Defrost the windscreen and re‐ move condensation. Maximum cooling. Rear window heating. AUTO programme. Seat heating.
  • Page 35 On the move QUICK REFERENCE Checking the tyre inflation pressure Place the fuel tank cap in the holder on the fuel filler flap. Check regularly and adjust as necessary: ▷ At least twice a month. Petrol ▷ Before a long journey. For optimal fuel consumption, the petrol should be sulphurfree or have a low sulphur content.
  • Page 36 Help in case of a breakdown BMW Emergency Service Via iDrive: "APPS" "Installed apps" "BMW Assistance" If applicable, "BMW Roadside Assist." A voice connection is established. ConnectedDrive Concierge Service The Concierge Service provides information about hotels, restaurants etc. and can send an SMS with the required information to the vehicle.
  • Page 37 On the move QUICK REFERENCE Online Edition for Part no. xxx - VI/19...
  • Page 38 Online Edition for Part no. xxx - VI/19...
  • Page 39 CONTROLS Driving area ....................40 Vehicle operating state ................45 iDrive ......................49 BMW Remote Software Upgrade ............65 General settings ..................68 Personal settings ..................73 Connections ....................78 Opening and closing ................. 86 Seats, mirrors and steering wheel ............115 Carrying children safely ................

  • Page 40: Driving Area

    Driving area CONTROLS Driving area Vehicle equipment your vehicle, for example on account of the op‐ tional equipment selected or the country variant. This also applies to safety-relevant functions and This chapter describes all standard, country-spe‐ systems. Please comply with the relevant laws cific and special equipment available for the and regulations when using the corresponding model series.
  • Page 41 Driving area CONTROLS Front fog lights  183 Manual Speed Limiter  233 Rear fog light  183 Depending on the equipment ver‐ sion: Cruise Control on/off  235 Light switch  177 Lights off Depending on the equipment ver‐ Daytime driving lights  179 sion: Active Cruise Control on/off  238 Side lights  178 With steering and lane control as‐...
  • Page 42 Driving area CONTROLS Changing the station/track, see the Wipers  150 Owner's Handbook for Navigation, Entertainment, Communication  8 Rain sensor  151 Telephone, see Owner's Handbook for Navigation, Entertainment, Communication  8 Cleaning windscreen and head‐ lights  152 Knurled wheel for selection lists  171 12 Steering-column lever, right Horn, entire area Steering wheel heating  126 15 To adjust the steering...
  • Page 43 Driving area CONTROLS Around the centre console 1 Control Display  52 Driving Experience Control  144 Hazard warning lights  383 SPORT drive mode COMFORT drive mode Intelligent Safety  190 ECO PRO drive mode Ventilation  290 ADAPTIVE drive mode 4 Glove box  303 5 Automatic air conditioning  285 6 Radio/multimedia, see Owner's Handbook for To switch drive-ready state on/ Navigation, Entertainment, Communica‐...
  • Page 44 Driving area CONTROLS Surround View: Panorama 12 Steptronic transmission: selector lever  154 View  262 Manual transmission: gearshift lever  153 Dynamic Stability Control, DSC  229 Around the roof lining Emergency call, SOS  385 Reading lights  184 Operating the electric glass Interior light  184 roof  112 Front passenger airbag indicator lamp  189 Online Edition for Part no.

  • Page 45: Vehicle Operating State

    Vehicle operating state CONTROLS Vehicle operating state Vehicle equipment Safety notes This chapter describes all standard, country-spe‐ WARNING cific and special equipment available for the An unsecured vehicle can start moving and roll‐ model series. It may therefore describe equip‐ ing away.
  • Page 46 Vehicle operating state CONTROLS General ▷ When the battery state of charge is low. ▷ When leaving the vehicle, if one of the front The vehicle switches to standby state after the doors is opened, depending on the iDrive front doors are opened from the outside. setting.
  • Page 47 Vehicle operating state CONTROLS Observe the following to ensure that the vehi‐ The starting process is activated automatically cle is secured against rolling away: for a short time and stops as soon as the engine starts. ▷ Apply the parking brake. Most of the indicator and warning lamps in the ▷...
  • Page 48 Vehicle operating state CONTROLS Engage first gear or reverse. Apply the parking brake. Online Edition for Part no. xxx - VI/19...

  • Page 49: Idrive

    iDrive CONTROLS iDrive Vehicle equipment Entry and display Main menu This chapter describes all standard, country-spe‐ cific and special equipment available for the General model series. It may therefore describe equip‐ ment and functions which are not installed in The main menu is divided into two areas. The your vehicle, for example on account of the op‐...
  • Page 50 Some menu items are preceded by a checkbox. vehicle functions. Additional apps can be ob‐ The box indicates whether the function is ena‐ tained from the BMW Store. bled or disabled. Selecting the menu item ena‐ bles or disables the function.
  • Page 51 iDrive CONTROLS Overview Symbols for entertainment Symbol Meaning Bluetooth audio. USB audio interface. Online Entertainment. WLAN. Other symbols 1 Favourites buttons Symbol Meaning Saving a function Check Control message. A function can be saved to a Favourites button. A button that has already been assigned a func‐ Sound output switched off.
  • Page 52 iDrive CONTROLS Control Display and Switching on/off manually The Control Display can also be switched off Controller manually. Tilt the Controller up. Principle "Screen off" The iDrive functions are shown on the Control Press the Controller or any button on the Con‐ Display.
  • Page 53 iDrive CONTROLS Operation using the Controller Calling up the main menu Press the button. ▷ Tilt in four directions to switch between screens, for example. The main menu is displayed. Selecting menu Selecting menu items Turn the Controller until the desired menu Buttons on the Controller item is highlighted.
  • Page 54 iDrive CONTROLS Via iDrive: The new screen is opened. An arrow indicates that further screens can be Select the required page in the main menu. It called up. is only possible to adapt the page that is cur‐ rently selected. Calling up the Options menu Tilt the Controller up.
  • Page 55 iDrive CONTROLS Entering letters and numbers Deleting ▷ Enter characters as they are displayed on the Symbol Function Control Display. Press the Controller: to delete letters ▷ Always enter associated characters, for ex‐ or numbers. ample accents or dots, so that the letter can be clearly identified.
  • Page 56 iDrive CONTROLS Operation by touchscreen ▷ Add a new page: tap "Add page". ▷ Delete the selected page: tap "Delete General page". The Control Display is equipped with a touch‐ ▷ Adapt the content of the widget: tap the screen. centre of the widget.
  • Page 57 ▷ Say the wake word ›Hello BMW‹ or the per‐ sonalised wake word. To display the menu. Tap once. Then say the command. It is possible that no fur‐ ther spoken commands are available. In this Voice control system case, switch to iDrive to operate the function.
  • Page 58 Control Display. Say the command. Functional examples Preset wake word The preset wake word "Hello BMW" can be acti‐ Menu items vated and deactivated. The ›Hello BMW‹ option The commands for the menu items are spoken activates the preset and personal wake word.
  • Page 59 iDrive CONTROLS ▷ ›New text message to John Smith: I'm on my Via iDrive: way‹. "CAR" "Settings" Media and radio "General settings" Most radio functions can be operated by voice commands. "Language" ▷ ›Switch on music‹. "System language" ▷ ›Music off‹. Select the desired language.
  • Page 60 ▷ The same ConnectedDrive account is used ▷ Noise from passengers or the rear bench in the vehicle as in the BMW Connected app. may interfere with the system. Avoid back‐ ▷ Vehicle is linked in the BMW Connected app.
  • Page 61 All settings under "BMW ConnectedDrive" in the data protection menu. BMW Intelligent Personal Assistant Functional example Say the wake word ›Hello BMW‹ or the per‐ Principle sonalised wake word. ›Is my engine oil level still OK?‹ BMW Intelligent Personal Assistant expands the voice control function to include additional func‐...
  • Page 62 Functions BMW Gesture Control Caring Car Principle General BMW Gesture Control enables some iDrive func‐ tions to be operated simply by moving your A short program harmonises various vehicle hands. functions in the interior with one another. A pro‐ gram lasts for 3 minutes.
  • Page 63 iDrive CONTROLS Performing gestures "General settings" "Gesture control" Perform the gestures under the rear-view win‐ dow and to the side of the steering wheel. "Gesture control" Perform the gestures clearly. Settings The gestures can also be performed by the front Via iDrive: passenger.
  • Page 64 iDrive CONTROLS Gesture Operation Function Pinch your thumb and index finger together Surround View: rotate camera view. and move your hand horizontally right or left. This gesture is only possible with the vehicle at standstill. Move your index and middle fingers apart and Individually assignable gesture.

  • Page 65: Bmw Remote Software Upgrade

    General version information can be shown on the Control Display during the download and following suc‐ BMW recommends carrying out the Remote cessful completion of the installation. The infor‐ Software Upgrade as soon as it becomes avail‐ mation is available at all times in the Connected‐...
  • Page 66 Download the upgrade to your smartphone in themselves or other road users, for example by the BMW Connected app when available. the following actions: Follow the instructions in the BMW Connec‐ ▷ Pressing the start/stop button. ted app. ▷ Releasing the parking brake.
  • Page 67 In the event of a malfunction, follow the instruc‐ installation is cancelled, for example. tions on the Control Display or in the BMW Con‐ ▷ Close the windows. nected app.

  • Page 68: General Settings

    SMS or reminders. messages. ▷ Messages from the Concierge Service or the Via iDrive: BMW Connected app, for example. Tilt the Controller up. ▷ Messages from the vehicle manufacturer. "Notifications" The number of messages is also displayed in the Tilt the Controller to the right.
  • Page 69 General settings CONTROLS Time Automatic time setting Depending on the equipment, the time, date and, if necessary, time zone are updated automati‐ Setting the time zone cally. Via iDrive: Via iDrive: "CAR" "CAR" "Settings" "Settings" "General settings" "General settings" "Date and time" "Date and time"...
  • Page 70 General settings CONTROLS Language Resetting journey data Via iDrive: Selecting the language "CAR" Via iDrive: "Settings" "General settings" "CAR" "Reset journey data" "Settings" Select the desired setting. "General settings" "Language:" Speed warning "System language" Select the desired setting. Principle The setting is saved for the current driver profile. A speed limit can be set which triggers a warning Selecting the speech dialogue when it is reached.
  • Page 71 Steering and lane control assistant with As‐ Principle sisted Driving Plus. If vehicle tracking is activated, the current vehicle Activating/deactivating position can be displayed in the BMW Connec‐ ted app or in the ConnectedDrive customer por‐ Via iDrive: tal. "CAR"...
  • Page 72 General settings CONTROLS Control Display Brightness Via iDrive: "CAR" "Settings" "Displays" "Control display" "Brightness at night" Turn the Controller until the desired bright‐ ness is obtained. Press the Controller. The setting is saved for the current driver profile. Depending on the lighting conditions, the bright‐ ness adjustment may not be immediately appa‐...

  • Page 73: Personal Settings

    Navigation, for example saved destinations. Principle ▷ Phone book. The vehicle offers various services which require data to be transferred to BMW or a service pro‐ ▷ Online data, for example Favourites, cookies. vider. The transfer of data can be deactivated for ▷...
  • Page 74 If the setup assistant has been called up from the driver profile can be synchronised with the a previously defined driver profile: set up the personal BMW ConnectedDrive account. This Personal Assistant. makes it possible to use these settings in other ▷...
  • Page 75 Personal settings CONTROLS The guest profile is automatically active in the Display for this purpose. It is possible to continue following cases: creating the driver profile using the login details for the ConnectedDrive account that has been ▷ No driver profiles have been created yet. created.
  • Page 76 As an alternative to steps 1 to 3, it is possible account. This makes it possible to use the per‐ to tap the profile picture in the upper status sonal settings in other BMW vehicles with Con‐ bar. nectedDrive access as well, provided that this "Driver recognition"...
  • Page 77 If there is a change of driver without the vehi‐ cle being locked and unlocked. The profile picture is taken from the Connected‐ Drive portal or the BMW Connected app. ▷ If a number of vehicle keys are located in the area outside of the vehicle, on the driver's Countries in which ConnectedDrive is not avail‐...

  • Page 78: Connections

    Connections CONTROLS Connections Vehicle equipment Function Connec‐ tion type This chapter describes all standard, country-spe‐ USB storage medium: USB. cific and special equipment available for the Music playback. model series. It may therefore describe equip‐ ment and functions which are not installed in Playing videos from the smart‐...
  • Page 79 Compatible device, see page 79, with Blue‐ Tilt the Controller to the right. tooth interface. "New device" ▷ The vehicle key or BMW display key is loca‐ ted in the vehicle. "Phone calls and audio" ▷ The device is operational.
  • Page 80 Select Bluetooth connection if necessary: ▷ No telephone functions are configured for the "Use BMW iDrive for phone calls, Bluetooth mobile telephone. audio and apps." Connect the mobile telephone with the tele‐ The mobile device is connected to the vehicle phone function.
  • Page 81 Connections CONTROLS If all the points on the list have been reviewed ▷ To ensure correct transfer of the stored data, and the desired function cannot be performed, do not charge a USB device from the socket contact the Hotline, a Service Partner of the in the vehicle when the device is also con‐...
  • Page 82 Connections CONTROLS Deactivating Internet usage via ▷ Registration and, if necessary, data contract with a service provider. the WiFi hotspot ▷ Standby state is switched on. Internet usage may be deactivated if the data volume is used up, for example. Connecting a device to the Via iDrive: Internet via a WiFi hotspot...
  • Page 83 Connections CONTROLS Registering iPhone with CarPlay ▷ On the iPhone, delete the vehicle concerned from the list of saved connections under Via iDrive: Bluetooth and under WLAN. "COM" ▷ Pair the iPhone as a new device. "Mobile devices" If the steps listed have been carried out and the Tilt the Controller to the right.
  • Page 84 Connections CONTROLS "Screen Mirroring" Symbol Meaning The WLAN name of the vehicle is displayed Telephone. in the Control Display. Bluetooth audio. On the smartphone, search for WLAN devi‐ ces in the vicinity. WiFi hotspot. The WLAN name of the vehicle is shown on Apple CarPlay.
  • Page 85 Connections CONTROLS Via iDrive: "COM" "Mobile devices" Tilt the Controller to the right. "Settings" "Priorities for telephony" Select the required device. Turn the Controller to set the priority for the selected mobile telephone. Move to select the desired priority. Online Edition for Part no. xxx - VI/19...

  • Page 86: Opening And Closing

    Depending on the vehicle's equipment, two vehi‐ themselves or other road users, for example by cle keys or one vehicle key and the BMW display the following actions: key are supplied. ▷ Pressing the start/stop button.
  • Page 87 Opening and closing CONTROLS Overview If only the driver's door and the fuel filler flap have been unlocked due to the settings, press the button on the vehicle key again to unlock the other vehicle access points. The following functions are also carried out: ▷...
  • Page 88 Opening and closing CONTROLS Locking the vehicle Switching on the interior light and exterior lights Close the driver's door. With the vehicle locked, press the button Press the button on the vehicle key. on the vehicle key. Following functions are carried out: The function is not available for the first 10 sec‐...
  • Page 89 Opening and closing CONTROLS Opening Use a pointed object to push the battery in the direction of the arrow and lift it out. Press and hold the button on the vehi‐ cle key for approximately 1 second. On some equipment versions, the doors are also unlocked each time.
  • Page 90 BMW display key the special ID feature of the vehicle General The BMW display key is supplied with an addi‐ tional mechanical key. When using the display key, you should also carry the mechanical key, for example in your wallet or purse. The mechan‐...
  • Page 91 Opening and closing CONTROLS Overview ▷ Call up service information. ▷ Call up range with the available fuel. ▷ Operate auxiliary heating. ▷ Standing air conditioning via Remote Engine Start Safety notes WARNING Persons remaining in the vehicle or pets left in‐ 1 Without automatic operation of the tailgate: side can lock the doors from the inside and lock opening the boot lid...
  • Page 92 Opening and closing CONTROLS Upper status bar Switch off the display to increase the battery life: Status bar at top shows following information: Unlock the screen if necessary. ▷ vehicle locked/vehicle unlocked. Press and hold the button on the left side of the display key for longer than 4 seconds.
  • Page 93 Opening and closing CONTROLS Charging tional capability of standard buttons is re‐ tained until the battery is completely flat. Via USB ▷ Charge the battery for at least three hours before using the display key for the first time Connect the display key to a USB port using the or if the key has not been used for an exten‐...
  • Page 94 A Check Control message is shown. If the display key is not detected, change the po‐ sition of the display key slightly and repeat the Detection of the BMW display key by the vehicle procedure. may be disrupted by the following circumstan‐...
  • Page 95 Opening and closing CONTROLS Support the cover with your thumb, to stop it falling out of the door handle. NOTE The door lock is firmly connected to the door. The door handle can be moved. Pulling the door handle when the integrated key is inserted can damage the paint or the integrated key.
  • Page 96 Central locking buttons. ▷ Contactless vehicle unlocking and locking. ▷ Steptronic transmission: unlocking and lock‐ To lock ing the vehicle using the BMW Digital Key. ▷ Opening of the boot lid. Press the button with the front doors closed. ▷...
  • Page 97 Opening and closing CONTROLS Unlocking the vehicle Comfort closing Safety note WARNING Parts of the body can become trapped when the comfort closing feature is operated. There is a danger of injury. When the comfort closing feature is operating, make sure that the area of movement is kept clear.
  • Page 98 Opening and closing CONTROLS Safety notes General To prevent the vehicle key from being locked in, do not place it in the boot. WARNING If the vehicle key is within the sensor range, the Parts of the body can become trapped when boot lid can be accidentally opened or closed by the boot lid is operated.
  • Page 99 Opening and closing CONTROLS General Kick your foot underneath the vehicle and im‐ mediately pull it back. Your leg must move The vehicle is unlocked when an authorised ve‐ through the ranges of both sensors. hicle key is detected in the unlocking zone. The unlocking zone is an area with a radius of approximately 1 m, 3 ft from the door handles.
  • Page 100 A digital key is detected by the vehicle even if Principle the smartphone is switched off. BMW Digital Key allows you to use a compatible smartphone, see page 79, to lock, unlock and Operating requirements start the vehicle.
  • Page 101 The ConnectedDrive portal contains more de‐ Partner with evidence of his/her authorisation for tailed information. the vehicle in order to use BMW Digital Key. It is The digital key that has been passed on can be possible to use the key card without proving au‐...
  • Page 102 Open the cover of the smartphone dock. Resetting BMW Digital Key Place the smartphone or key card in the mid‐ To reset BMW Digital Key, there must be an au‐ dle of the smartphone dock in front of the cu‐ thorised vehicle key in the vehicle.
  • Page 103 Depending on the equipment and the country If a vehicle is sold, BMW Digital Key should be variant, it is possible to select whether the doors reset in the vehicle. The new vehicle owner are also unlocked.
  • Page 104 Opening and closing CONTROLS Without automatic operation of With automatic operation of the the tailgate: opening and closing tailgate: opening and closing Opening from outside Opening From outside ▷ Without Comfort Access: unlock the vehicle, then press the button on the outside of the boot lid.
  • Page 105 Opening and closing CONTROLS Pressing and holding the button closes the ▷ By releasing the button in the driver's door. boot lid again. Pulling the button again and holding it in this position resumes the closing operation. ▷ By pressing or pulling the button in the driv‐ er's door.
  • Page 106 Opening and closing CONTROLS Operating requirements "Lock tailgate as well" The boot lid is locked and disconnected from ▷ At least one driver profile has been created. the central locking system. ▷ A driver profile or the guest profile is active. "Activate now"...
  • Page 107 Opening and closing CONTROLS How parking service mode is deactivated de‐ These settings are saved for the currently used pends on which driver profile is selected on the driver profile. lock screen. Unlocking and locking Driver profile with PIN Doors Regardless of which driver has activated parking service mode, a driver can deactivate parking Via iDrive:...
  • Page 108 Opening and closing CONTROLS "Doors/Vehicle access" Select the symbol. "Fold mirrors in when locked" Select the desired setting: The exterior mirrors are folded in automati‐ ▷ "Tailgate" cally when the vehicle is locked. Boot lid is opened. ▷ "Tailgate and door(s)" Automatic unlocking Boot lid is opened and the doors are un‐...
  • Page 109 Opening and closing CONTROLS Opening the boot lid with the Rest state, see page 45, is established when the front doors are opened. alarm system switched on The boot lid can be opened even with the alarm Alarm system system switched on. On closing the boot lid, it is locked again and monitored, as long as the doors are locked.
  • Page 110 Opening and closing CONTROLS Tilt alarm sensor ▷ Unlock the vehicle with the integrated key and switch on drive-ready state using the The incline of the vehicle is monitored. special ID feature of the vehicle key, see The alarm system responds, for example when page 89.
  • Page 111 Opening and closing CONTROLS ▷ For a short while after rest state has been es‐ The window is opened slightly. tablished. Safety note ▷ The vehicle key is in the vehicle interior. Opening WARNING ▷ Push the switch as far as the resist‐ Accessories on the windows, for example aer‐...
  • Page 112 Opening and closing CONTROLS Switching on/off ▷ Standby state is switched on. ▷ Drive-ready state is switched on. Press the button. ▷ For a short while after rest state has been es‐ The LED is illuminated when the safety tablished. function is switched on.
  • Page 113 Opening and closing CONTROLS position, the sun guard is closed automati‐ ▷ The function must be activated in the set‐ cally. tings, see page 107. Pressing the switch up stops the movement. Malfunctions The open Glass Roof is not moved to the raised Opening/closing the glass roof position under the following circumstances: and sun guard together...
  • Page 114 Opening and closing CONTROLS During initialisation, the Glass Roof closes with no antitrap mechanism. Ensure that the closing area is clear. Initialising the system Close all doors. Press the switch up and hold until Slide the switch forwards beyond the resist‐ initialisation is complete: ance point and hold it in this position.

  • Page 115: Seats, Mirrors And Steering Wheel

    Seats, mirrors and steering wheel CONTROLS Seats, mirrors and steering wheel Vehicle equipment WARNING If the backrest is angled back too far, the pro‐ This chapter describes all standard, country-spe‐ tective effect of the seat belt will no longer be cific and special equipment available for the guaranteed.
  • Page 116 Seats, mirrors and steering wheel CONTROLS Forward/back Backrest angle Pull the lever and slide the seat in the desired di‐ Pull the lever and apply your weight to or lift your rection. weight off the backrest as required. After releasing the lever, move the seat gently forward or back to make sure it engages prop‐...
  • Page 117 Seats, mirrors and steering wheel CONTROLS Forward/back Backrest angle Press the switch forwards or backwards. Tilt the switch forwards or backwards. Height Thigh support Sport seat Press the switch up or down. Pull the lever on the front of the seat and adjust Seat angle the thigh support forwards or backwards.
  • Page 118 Seats, mirrors and steering wheel CONTROLS General ▷ Press the button at the top/bottom: The curvature is shifted upwards/downwards. Before each journey, always make sure that all occupants have fastened their seat belts. The airbags supplement the seat belts as an addi‐ Function restriction tional safety device.
  • Page 119 Seats, mirrors and steering wheel CONTROLS Insert the seat belt tongue in the belt buckle. The seat belt buckle must be heard to en‐ WARNING gage. The protective function of the seat belts may be limited or may even fail completely in the following situations: ▷...
  • Page 120 Seats, mirrors and steering wheel CONTROLS Unfastening the seat belt In some national-market versions, the seat belt reminder is also active if the seat belt is not fas‐ Hold the seat belt firmly. tened and heavy objects are on the rear seats. Press the red button on the belt buckle.
  • Page 121 Seats, mirrors and steering wheel CONTROLS ▷ Adjust the distance so that the head re‐ After setting the height, make sure that the head straint is as close as possible to the back restraint engages correctly. of the head. If necessary, adjust the dis‐ tance by adjusting the backrest angle.
  • Page 122 Seats, mirrors and steering wheel CONTROLS WARNING Parts of the body can become trapped when the head restraints are moved. There is a dan‐ ger of injury. When moving the head restraint, make sure that the area of movement is kept clear.
  • Page 123 Seats, mirrors and steering wheel CONTROLS Adjusting the height Insert the integrated key, see page 94. Press and hold the integrated key and the The outer head restraints can be adjusted in button simultaneously, arrows 1, and pull the height. head restraint fully out.
  • Page 124 Seats, mirrors and steering wheel CONTROLS Installing Electrical adjustment To install, insert the head restraint into the mount Press the button. and push down until resistance is felt. The selected mirror moves in response to After installation, make sure that the head re‐ the button movement.
  • Page 125 Seats, mirrors and steering wheel CONTROLS Rear-view mirror, Automatically dimming automatic dim The exterior mirror on the driver's side is auto‐ matically dimmed. Photocells in the rear-view mirror, see page 125, control this function. General Automatic parking function, The rear-view mirror is dimmed automatically. exterior mirror The function is controlled by photocells: ▷...
  • Page 126 Seats, mirrors and steering wheel CONTROLS Manual steering wheel Manual gearbox: electric adjustment steering wheel lock WARNING If steering wheel lock is activated, the vehicle cannot be steered. There is a risk of accident. Switch on the standby state prior to moving the vehicle.
  • Page 127 Seats, mirrors and steering wheel CONTROLS Seat heating WARNING There is a risk of entrapment when the seats Overview are moved. There is a danger of injury or dam‐ age to property. Before making any adjustment, Front make sure that the area of movement of the seat is clear.
  • Page 128 Seats, mirrors and steering wheel CONTROLS Switching off Press and hold the button until the LEDs are extinguished. Online Edition for Part no. xxx - VI/19...

  • Page 129: Carrying Children Safely

    Carrying children safely CONTROLS Carrying children safely Vehicle equipment Children younger than 12 years old or under 150 cm, 5 ft tall are only allowed to be transpor‐ ted in the rear using child restraint systems ap‐ This chapter describes all standard, country-spe‐ propriate for their age, weight and stature.
  • Page 130 Carrying children safely CONTROLS Safety note WARNING If the seat is not adjusted properly or the child WARNING seat has been installed incorrectly, the child re‐ Active front passenger airbags can injure a child straint system may have limited stability or may in a child restraint system if they are deployed.
  • Page 131 Carrying children safely CONTROLS ISOFIX child seat the PASSENGER AIRBAG OFF indicator lamp is illuminated. mountings General Please comply with the operating and safety in‐ structions provided by the child restraint system manufacturer when selecting, attaching and us‐ ing ISOFIX child restraint systems. Suitable ISOFIX child restraint systems Follow the information on the front passenger...
  • Page 132 Carrying children safely CONTROLS Position Symbol Meaning If this symbol is seen in the vehi‐ Symbol Meaning cle, the vehicle has been ap‐ The corresponding symbol proved in accordance with i- shows the brackets for the lower Size. The symbol shows the ISOFIX anchors.
  • Page 133 Carrying children safely CONTROLS Routing the retaining strap NOTE The mounting points for the upper retaining straps of child restraint systems are only inten‐ ded for these retaining straps. The mounting points can be damaged if other objects are at‐ tached.
  • Page 134 Carrying children safely CONTROLS Additional information is available from a Service Partner of the manufacturer or another qualified Service Partner or a specialist workshop. Seats and child restraint systems The section below provides information on which child restraint system is suitable for which seat in the vehicle.
  • Page 135 Carrying children safely CONTROLS Seat Airbag, Fastening front pas‐ senger 1 a) 4, 6 - b) 5 - c, d) a) Adapt the front/back position of the front passenger seat and, if necessary, move it to the highest position to achieve the best possible routing of the belt. b) When using child seats on the rear seats, adapt the front/back position of the front seat if neces‐...
  • Page 136 Carrying children safely CONTROLS Symbol Meaning Symbol Meaning Not suitable for child restraint systems. Suitable for ISOFIX child re‐ straint systems. Suitable for child restraint systems in the Univer‐ Suitable for ISOFIX and i- sal category that have been approved for use in Size child restraint systems.
  • Page 137 Carrying children safely CONTROLS Seat number Position in the vehicle Seat number Position in the vehicle Front left 2nd seat row right Front centre 3rd seat row left Front right 3rd seat row centre 2nd seat row left 3rd seat row reight 2nd seat row centre Right-hand drive vehicles: which child restraint systems can be used on which seats...
  • Page 138 Carrying children safely CONTROLS Suitable seats for child restraint systems with a belt Information about which child restraint systems can be used on the seats in question in accord‐ ance with the ECE-R 16 standard. Group Weight of Approxi‐ Front pas‐ Front pas‐...
  • Page 139 Carrying children safely CONTROLS Grou Weight of Approxi‐ Class/category Front Front Rear Rear child mate age pas‐ pas‐ seats, seat, sen‐ sen‐ outer – a) middle seat, seat, air‐ air‐ – b) Carrycot F - ISO/L1 G - ISO/L2 Up to 10 kg Approximately E - ISO/R1 9 months...
  • Page 140 Carrying children safely CONTROLS Group Front passenger Front passenger Rear seats, outer Rear seat, middle seat, airbag ON seat, airbag OFF 2nd seat row 2nd seat row i-Size i-U, suitable for rearward and forward-facing i-Size child restraint systems. X: not suitable for i-Size child restraint systems. Recommended child seats Doors Please comply with the operating and safety in‐...

  • Page 141: Driving

    Driving CONTROLS Driving Vehicle equipment Auto Start Stop function This chapter describes all standard, country-spe‐ Principle cific and special equipment available for the The Auto Start Stop function helps you to save model series. It may therefore describe equip‐ fuel. The system stops the engine when station‐ ment and functions which are not installed in ary, for example in a traffic jam or at traffic lights.
  • Page 142 Driving CONTROLS Steptronic transmission: manual ▷ On steep downward gradients. engine stop ▷ Brake not pressed strongly enough. If the engine was not switched off automatically ▷ High outside temperature and operation of when the vehicle came to a stop, it can be the automatic air conditioning.
  • Page 143 Driving CONTROLS Safety function gine is not stopped automatically. Depending on the situation, a message is shown on the After an automatic shut down, the engine will not Control Display. restart automatically, if one of the following con‐ ▷ If a situation is detected in which the vehicle ditions is met: should drive off immediately, the stopped en‐...
  • Page 144 Driving CONTROLS Display of the manufacturer or another qualified Service Partner or a specialist workshop. ▷ LED illuminates: Auto Start Stop function is deactivated. Driving Experience Control ▷ The LED is extinguished: Auto Start Stop function is activated. Principle Parking the vehicle during automatic engine stop The Driving Experience Control influences the driving dynamics characteristics of the vehicle.
  • Page 145 Driving CONTROLS Drive modes SPORT INDIVIDUAL Buttons in the vehicle Principle Individual settings can be made in SPORT INDI‐ VIDUAL drive mode. Configuring Button Drive mode Configura‐ Via iDrive: tion "CAR" SPORT SPORT INDIVIDUAL "Settings" SPORT SPORT "Driving mode" PLUS "SPORT INDIVIDUAL"...
  • Page 146 Driving CONTROLS Switching on configuration set last is directly activated when the drive mode is called up again. Press the button until ECO PRO is dis‐ played in the instrument cluster. Activating the configuration of the drive mode ECO PRO INDIVIDUAL Press the button of the desired drive several times.
  • Page 147 Driving CONTROLS ▷ Operating vehicle equipment. Apply the parking brake when the vehicle is sta‐ tionary. There is a risk of accidents or injury. Do not leave children or pets unsupervised in the vehi‐ With emergency stop assistant cle. When leaving the vehicle, take the vehicle key with you and lock the vehicle.
  • Page 148 Driving CONTROLS ▷ When drive-ready state is switched off. There is a risk of accidents or injury. Do not leave children or pets unsupervised in the vehi‐ ▷ When the driver's door is opened with the ve‐ cle. When leaving the vehicle, take the vehicle hicle at a standstill.
  • Page 149 Driving CONTROLS When the brake is pressed, for example when After getting out, secure the vehicle to prevent it stopped at traffic lights, the vehicle is automati‐ from rolling away, for example with a chock. cally secured to prevent it from rolling away. After a power failure The indicator lamp illuminates green.
  • Page 150 Driving CONTROLS Safety notes Via iDrive: "CAR" WARNING "Settings" If the wipers start moving when they are folded "Exterior lighting" away from the windscreen, parts of the body "One-touch turn signal" may become trapped or the vehicle may be Select the desired setting. damaged.
  • Page 151 Driving CONTROLS Activating If a journey is interrupted with the wiper system switched on: when the journey is resumed, the wipers continue operating at the previously set level. Switching off and flick-wiping Press the lever upwards once from the home po‐ sition, arrow 1.
  • Page 152 Driving CONTROLS Windscreen washer General This is necessary for example when replacing the Safety notes wiper blades or to keep them away from the windscreen when there is frost. WARNING Safety notes At low temperatures, the washer fluid can freeze onto the windscreen and restrict visibil‐ WARNING ity.
  • Page 153 Driving CONTROLS Lift the wipers completely away from the windscreen. NOTE When shifting into a lower gear, high engine speeds can damage the engine. There is a risk of material damage. Push the shift lever to the right while shifting into the 5th or 6th gear. Schematic diagram Folding in the wipers After folding the wipers in, the wiper system...
  • Page 154 Driving CONTROLS P Park Press the clutch and change out of a forward gear or reverse. General Releasing the parking brake. Selector lever position for parking the vehicle, for example. In selector lever position P, the trans‐ Steptronic transmission mission blocks the drive wheels. Only engage selector lever position P when the Principle vehicle is stationary.
  • Page 155 Driving CONTROLS Rolling or pushing the vehicle ▷ Inadvertent shifting to selector lever posi‐ tion R. General ▷ Inadvertent change from selector lever posi‐ tion P to another selector lever position. In some situations, the vehicle may need to be Fasten the driver's seat belt.
  • Page 156 The gears can be changed manually in manual operation M/S when certain engine speed limits operation. are reached. On corresponding BMW M drive configurations, this function is active independently of the drive mode. In addition, there is no down shift for kick-down.
  • Page 157 Driving CONTROLS Shifting gears D is shown in the instrument cluster. Shift paddles Principle Shift paddles on steering wheel enable fast gear‐ shifting without taking hands off steering wheel. General Gearshift ▷ Change up: pull right shift paddle briefly. Gear shifting is only carried out at the appropriate ▷...
  • Page 158 Driving CONTROLS Engaging selector lever position N When starting with Launch Control, do not turn the steering wheel. Apply the brakes and keep them applied. Press the start/stop button. The starter must Operating requirements be heard to start turning. Press and hold the Launch Control is available when the engine is at start/stop button.

  • Page 159: Displays

    Displays CONTROLS Displays Vehicle equipment Overview This chapter describes all standard, country-spe‐ cific and special equipment available for the model series. It may therefore describe equip‐ ment and functions which are not installed in your vehicle, for example on account of the op‐ tional equipment selected or the country variant.
  • Page 160 Displays CONTROLS Central display area "Displays" "Driving mode view" Depending on the equipment and setting, the following is displayed in the central display area Settings of the instrument cluster: ▷ Navigation displays such as the map view or, Individual displays in the instrument cluster can if route guidance is active, a route preview be configured individually.
  • Page 161 Displays CONTROLS Display Energy recuperation Energy recuperation involves converting the ki‐ netic energy of the vehicle into electrical energy in overrun mode. The vehicle battery is partially charged and fuel consumption can be lowered. ECO PRO bonus range In ECO PRO driving mode, the ECO PRO bonus range shows how the range is increased by adopting a fuel-efficient driving style.
  • Page 162 Displays CONTROLS Continuous display If the message is urgent, the supplementary text is shown in the Control Display automatically. Some Check Control messages are displayed It is possible to select additional assistance de‐ permanently and remain until the fault has been pending on the Check Control message.
  • Page 163 Displays CONTROLS Dynamic Stability Control DSC or objects are detected on the front passenger seat. If the indicator lamp is flashing: DSC is Check whether the seat belt has been fastened regulating the acceleration and braking correctly. forces. The vehicle is being stabilised. Decrease speed and adjust driving style to the road conditions.
  • Page 164 Displays CONTROLS ▷ A wheel without TPM wheel electronics is fit‐ Turn indicators, see page 149. ted: have it checked by a Service Partner of the manufacturer or another qualified Service Side lights Partner or a specialist workshop if necessary. The side lights are switched on.
  • Page 165 Displays CONTROLS Blue lights Operating requirements Shift Lights are displayed when the SPORT or High-beam headlights SPORT PLUS drive programme is activated. The high-beam headlights are switched Switching on/off Steptronic sport transmission: High-beam headlights, see page 150. Select SPORT or SPORT PLUS driving mode.
  • Page 166 Displays CONTROLS Standby state and drive- Safety note ready state WARNING OFF in the revolution counter in‐ Even at temperatures above +3 ℃/+37 ℉ dicates that the drive-ready state there may be an increased risk of black ice, for is switched off and the standby example on bridges or on shaded sections of state is switched on.
  • Page 167 The current service requirements can be read "CAR" out from the vehicle key by a service advisor. "Vehicle status" Some information on service requirements can also be shown on the BMW display key. "Service requirements" "BMW Service" Display "Date:" Select the desired setting.
  • Page 168 Displays CONTROLS Displays Example Description Via iDrive: Most efficient gear is engaged. "CAR" "Vehicle status" Shift to a more efficient gear. "Service requirements" Essential maintenance routines and any stat‐ utory inspections required are displayed. Steptronic transmission: "Service history" displays Select an entry to display more detailed infor‐ Information on up or down shifting are displayed mation.
  • Page 169 Displays CONTROLS taken into account and correlated with informa‐ be displayed to indicate the end of the overtaking tion in the vehicle, such as the windscreen wiper restriction display. signal. The road sign and associated additional Safety note signs are then displayed in the instrument cluster and the Head-Up Display, if applicable, or ig‐...
  • Page 170 Displays CONTROLS Additional signs "Driving" "Speed Assistant" Symbols Description "Info on speed limits" Speed limit with time limit. "Show current limit" Speed limit only applies in wet Display conditions. Speed limit only applies in General snowy conditions. Depending on the national equipment, additional signs and overtaking restrictions are displayed Speed limit only applies in foggy together with Speed Limit Info.
  • Page 171 Displays CONTROLS "Speed Assistant" ▷ When overtaking buses or trucks with road sign stickers. Select the desired setting: ▷ If traffic signs do not correspond to the stand‐ ▷ "Warning when speeding": activate or de‐ ard. activate the flashing of the Speed Limit Info display in the instrument cluster and, ▷...
  • Page 172 Displays CONTROLS Displaying and using the list ▷ Total time engine is switched off by Auto Start Stop function. Button Function ▷ The route covered in the coasting drive state. ▷ Consumption history as a diagram. To change the entertainment source.
  • Page 173 Displays CONTROLS Sport displays ▷ "Refuel ( )": the values are reset automati‐ cally after refuelling with a significant amount of fuel. Principle ▷ "Ex works": the values since leaving the The sport displays primarily assist a sporty driv‐ factory are displayed. ing style.
  • Page 174 "Tyre Pressure Monitor": status of the Tyre Pressure Monitor, see page 346. Switching on/off "Engine oil level": Electronic oil measurement, see page 370. Via iDrive: "AdBlue": BMW Diesel with "CAR" BluePerformance, see "Settings" page 365. "Displays" "Check Control messages": to "Head-up display"...
  • Page 175 Displays CONTROLS "Head-up display" Via iDrive: Select the desired setting. "CAR" The setting is saved for the current driver profile. "Settings" "Displays" Adjusting the brightness "Head-up display" The brightness is automatically adapted to the "Rotation" ambient light. Turn the Controller until the desired setting is The basic setting can be adjusted manually.
  • Page 176 Displays CONTROLS Visibility of the display The visibility of the displays on the Head-Up Dis‐ play can be affected by the following: ▷ Seat position. ▷ Objects placed on the Head-Up Display cover. ▷ Sunglasses with certain polarisation filters. ▷ Wet roads.

  • Page 177: Lights

    Lights CONTROLS Lights Vehicle equipment Symbol Function Side lights. This chapter describes all standard, country-spe‐ cific and special equipment available for the model series. It may therefore describe equip‐ Automatic driving lights control. ment and functions which are not installed in Adaptive light functions.
  • Page 178 Lights CONTROLS Activating Do not leave the side lights on for extended peri‐ ods of time, since the vehicle battery could dis‐ Press the button on the light switch ele‐ charge and it may no longer be possible to ment. switch on drive-ready state.
  • Page 179 Lights CONTROLS Welcome Light Carpet Switch off parking lights: Press the button on the light switch ele‐ ment or switch on the drive-ready state. Welcome lights General Depending on the equipment version, the exte‐ rior lights of the vehicle can be individually adjus‐ The light source is located in the position indica‐...
  • Page 180 Lights CONTROLS Activating/deactivating ▷ Roundabout light. In some countries, daytime driving lights are Activating compulsory, in which case the daytime driving lights cannot be deactivated. Press the button on the light switch ele‐ ment. Via iDrive: "CAR" The LED in the button illuminates. "Settings"...
  • Page 181 Lights CONTROLS Variable light distribution Adaptive headlight beam throw adjustment Principle Adaptive headlight beam throw adjustment com‐ Variable light distribution illuminates the road pensates for acceleration and braking manoeu‐ even more effectively. vres and vehicle load conditions to prevent on‐ coming vehicles from being dazzled.
  • Page 182 Lights CONTROLS System limits The LED in the button illuminates. Press the button on the turn indicator lever. High-beam assistance cannot replace the driv‐ er's own judgement as to when to use the high- beam headlights. Therefore activate the dipped headlights manually if the situation requires it.
  • Page 183 Lights CONTROLS Fog lights Guiding fog lights Principle Front fog lights The light distribution of the low-beam headlights may be adapted to the foggy conditions accord‐ Principle ing to the speed. The fog lights work alongside the low-beam headlights to illuminate a wider area of the road‐ Operating requirements way.
  • Page 184 Lights CONTROLS Instrument lighting Switching the interior light on/off Press the button. Operating requirements To switch off permanently: press and hold the The brightness can only be adjusted when the button for approximately 3 seconds. side lights or the low-beam headlights are The interior light in the rear can be switched on switched on.
  • Page 185 Lights CONTROLS Selecting the colour scheme Via iDrive: "CAR" "Settings" "Interior lighting" "Colour" Select the desired setting. Adjusting the brightness Via iDrive: "CAR" "Settings" "Interior lighting" "Brightness" Select the desired setting. Dynamic light Individual actions, for example incoming calls or open doors, are indicated by light effects.

  • Page 186: Safety

    Safety CONTROLS Safety Vehicle equipment your vehicle, for example on account of the op‐ tional equipment selected or the country variant. This also applies to safety-relevant functions and This chapter describes all standard, country-spe‐ systems. Please comply with the relevant laws cific and special equipment available for the and regulations when using the corresponding model series.
  • Page 187 Safety CONTROLS Knee airbag ▷ Do not glue the airbag covers and do not cover or modify them in any way. Depending on the equipment version: ▷ Do not use the front airbag cover on the front The knee airbag protects the legs in the event of passenger's side as a tray.
  • Page 188 Safety CONTROLS Overview Partner of the manufacturer or another qualified Service Partner or a specialist workshop. Display in the instrument cluster When the ignition is switched on, the warning lamp in the instrument cluster il‐ luminates briefly to indicate that the en‐ tire airbag system and the belt tensioners are op‐...
  • Page 189 Safety CONTROLS Active pedestrian Activating the front passenger airbags protection Principle The active pedestrian protection system raises the bonnet if the vehicle's front end collides with a pedestrian. Sensors underneath the bumper are used for detection. General When triggered, the pedestrian protection sys‐ Insert the key and press inwards where nec‐...
  • Page 190 Safety CONTROLS Malfunction There is a danger of injury or even death. Have the system tested, repaired or removed and A Check Control message is shown. disposed of by a Service Partner of the manu‐ The system has been triggered or is facturer or another qualified Service Partner or faulty.
  • Page 191 Safety CONTROLS traffic conditions. Observe the traffic situation Button Status and intervene actively if the situation warrants it. Button illuminates green: all Intelligent Safety Systems are switched on. WARNING Button illuminates orange: some Intel‐ ligent Safety Systems are switched Displays and warnings do not relieve you of off or are currently not available.
  • Page 192 Safety CONTROLS Front-end collision warning WARNING with light braking function Displays and warnings do not relieve you of your personal responsibility. System limitations Principle can mean that warnings or system responses are not issued or are issued too late, incorrectly The system can help avoid accidents.
  • Page 193 Safety CONTROLS Camera configured individually. The individual settings are activated and saved for the current driver profile. As soon as a setting is changed in the menu, all settings in the menu are activated. Press the button repeatedly. The setting switches between the following: "ALL ON": all Intelligent Safety Systems are switched on.
  • Page 194 Safety CONTROLS The selected time is saved for the current driver An acute warning can be triggered even without profile. a previous advance warning. Warning with braking function Brake intervention The warning prompts the driver to take action. Display When the brake is operated during a warning, the maximum necessary braking force is applied.
  • Page 195 Safety CONTROLS Observe the information on the system limits ▷ If the field of view of the camera or the wind‐ and intervene actively if necessary. screen in front of the rear-view mirror is soiled or covered. ▷ If the camera has overheated due to exces‐ Detection range sively high temperatures and has been tem‐...
  • Page 196 Safety CONTROLS perform the evasive manoeuvre by steering the vehicle safely and precisely in the direction specified by the driver. Safety notes WARNING The system does not relieve you of your per‐ sonal responsibility to assess the visibility con‐ Front bumper at side. ditions and traffic situation correctly.
  • Page 197 Safety CONTROLS System limits ▷ The sensors detect adequate space around the vehicle. Safety note Switching on/off The system is automatically activated at the start WARNING of each journey. The system may not respond at all, or may re‐ spond too late, incorrectly or without justifica‐ Warning with avoidance tion due to system limitations.
  • Page 198 Safety CONTROLS ▷ On sharp bends. A warning is given at junctions and crossroads if there is a risk of collision with crossing traffic. ▷ When Driving Stability Control Systems are limited or deactivated, for example DSC OFF. From speeds of approximately 10 km/h, 6 mph, the system provides a two-stage warning of any ▷...
  • Page 199 Safety CONTROLS WARNING Due to system limitations, individual functions may not work properly when tow-starting/ towing with activated Intelligent Safety Sys‐ tems. There is a risk of accident. Switch off all Intelligent Safety Systems before tow-starting/ towing. Front bumper at side. Overview Button in the vehicle Front bumper in middle.
  • Page 200 Safety CONTROLS Warning with braking function Press the button repeatedly. The setting switches between the Display following: "ALL ON": all Intelligent Safety Systems are If there is a risk of collision with a detected vehi‐ switched on. Basic settings are activated for the cle, a warning symbol is shown in the instrument sub-functions.
  • Page 201 Safety CONTROLS Detection range The driver must intervene personally if there is an acute warning. Where required, the system can assist by braking the vehicle automatically if there is a risk of a collision. An acute warning can be triggered even without a previous advance warning.
  • Page 202 Safety CONTROLS Detection range ▷ During the camera calibration process imme‐ diately after vehicle delivery. ▷ If there is sustained glare due to oncoming light, for example if the sun is low in the sky. Attaching any objects, for example stickers or decals, in the area of the radar beam will also im‐...
  • Page 203 Safety CONTROLS With radar sensor WARNING Due to system limitations, individual functions may not work properly when tow-starting/ towing with activated Intelligent Safety Sys‐ tems. There is a risk of accident. Switch off all Intelligent Safety Systems before tow-starting/ towing. Overview The radar sensor is in the lower area of the front bumper.
  • Page 204 Safety CONTROLS Some Intelligent Safety Systems cannot be Manual gearbox: when the vehicle is braked to a switched off individually. stop, the engine may shut off. The brakes are only applied if driving stability has Press and hold the button. not been impaired, for example by deactivation of All Intelligent Safety Systems are Dynamic Stability Control DSC.
  • Page 205 Safety CONTROLS Functional limitations The minimum speed is country-specific and is displayed in the menu for the Intelligent Safety The system may have limited functionality in Systems. some situations, for example: Warnings are issued in the form of steering ▷ In thick fog, wet conditions or snow.
  • Page 206 Safety CONTROLS Overview "Configure INDIVIDUAL": depending on the equipment, the Intelligent Safety Systems can be configured individually. The individual settings Button in the vehicle are activated and saved for the current driver profile. As soon as a setting is changed in the menu, all settings in the menu are activated.
  • Page 207 Safety CONTROLS Display in the instrument cluster ▷ "Medium" ▷ "Reduced": depending on the situation, The symbol is illuminated green: a lane some warnings are suppressed, for exam‐ marking has been detected on at least ple during overtaking manoeuvres without one side of the vehicle and warnings can using turn indicators or when deliberately be issued.
  • Page 208 Safety CONTROLS When towing a trailer ▷ If there is sustained glare due to oncoming light, for example if the sun is low in the sky. There is no steering intervention when the trailer ▷ If the field of view of the camera or the wind‐ socket is in use, for example when operating with screen in front of the rear-view mirror is soiled a trailer or bicycle carrier.
  • Page 209 Safety CONTROLS Overview The light in the exterior mirror illuminates at a dimmed level. Button in the vehicle Before changing lanes with the turn indicator switched on, the system issues a warning in the above situations. The light in the exterior mirror flashes and the steering wheel vibrates.
  • Page 210 Safety CONTROLS If all Intelligent Safety Systems were switched ▷ "Early" off, all systems are now switched on. ▷ "Medium" "Configure INDIVIDUAL": depending on the ▷ "Late" equipment, the Intelligent Safety Systems can be ▷ "Off": no warning is output for this setting. configured individually.
  • Page 211 Safety CONTROLS Warning function System limits Light in the exterior mirror Safety note WARNING The system may not respond at all, or may re‐ spond too late, incorrectly or without justifica‐ tion due to system limitations. There is a dan‐ ger of accidents or damage to property.
  • Page 212 Safety CONTROLS General ings; for example, in areas where there are roadworks. ▷ If lane markings are covered by snow, ice, dirt or water. ▷ If lane markings are not white. ▷ If lane markings are obscured by objects. ▷ If the vehicle is too close to the vehicle ahead.
  • Page 213 Safety CONTROLS or without justification. There is a risk of acci‐ dent. Adapt your driving style to the traffic con‐ ditions. Observe the traffic situation and inter‐ vene actively if the situation warrants it. Operating requirements The lane markings must be detected by the camera in order for the side collision warning with steering intervention to be active.
  • Page 214 Safety CONTROLS Warning function configured individually. The individual settings are activated and saved for the current driver profile. As soon as a setting is changed in the Light in the exterior mirror menu, all settings in the menu are activated. Press the button repeatedly.
  • Page 215 Safety CONTROLS Prevention of rear collision ▷ In thick fog, wet conditions or snow. ▷ On sharp bends or narrow roads. ▷ If the bumper is dirty, iced up or covered, Principle for example by stickers. The system responds to vehicles approaching ▷...
  • Page 216 Safety CONTROLS ▷ If the speed of the approaching vehicle is sig‐ nificantly higher than the driver's own speed. WARNING ▷ If the approaching vehicle is travelling slowly. Displays and warnings do not relieve you of your personal responsibility. System limitations ▷...
  • Page 217 Safety CONTROLS Safety notes Camera WARNING The system does not relieve you of your per‐ sonal responsibility to assess the visibility con‐ ditions and traffic situation correctly. There is a risk of accident. Adapt your driving style to the traffic conditions. Observe the traffic situation and intervene actively if the situation warrants it.
  • Page 218 Safety CONTROLS Some Intelligent Safety Systems cannot be The timing of the warnings may vary depending switched off individually. on the current driving situation and the set warn‐ ing time. Press and hold the button. The following road signs are taken into account All Intelligent Safety Systems are for the road priority warning: switched off.
  • Page 219 Safety CONTROLS No Warning When a prior warning is issued, intervene as ap‐ propriate for the situation; for example, by brak‐ The system provides no warning in the following ing. situations, for example: ▷ In road priority situations without “Give Way” Acute warning signs, “Stop”...
  • Page 220 Safety CONTROLS ▷ Up to 10 seconds after starting the engine using the start/stop button. WARNING ▷ During the camera calibration process imme‐ Displays and warnings do not relieve you of diately after vehicle delivery. your personal responsibility. System limitations can mean that warnings or system responses ▷...
  • Page 221 Safety CONTROLS Switching on/off Observe the information on the system limits and intervene actively if necessary. Automatic activation The wrong-way driving warning is automatically No Warning activated at the start of each journey. The system provides no warning in the following situations, for example: Switching off manually ▷...
  • Page 222 Safety CONTROLS ▷ During the camera calibration process imme‐ Parking brake diately after vehicle delivery. ▷ In the case of navigation data that is invalid, Operating requirements outdated or not available. ▷ The function can be activated at speeds of. ▷...
  • Page 223 Safety CONTROLS ▷ When the driver's foot is still on the accelera‐ Symbol Status tor pedal when the function is triggered. Red steering wheel symbol, acoustic ▷ When the parking brake switch is pressed. signal: Hands are not around the steering When the vehicle is at a standstill wheel.
  • Page 224 Recording duration selected. ▷ Date. Activating/deactivating ▷ Time. ▷ Speed. The BMW Drive Recorder must be activated be‐ fore using the recording function for the first ▷ GPS coordinates. time. General Via iDrive: There are various ways of saving video record‐...
  • Page 225 Safety CONTROLS Playing and managing recordings Recording duration Saved video recordings can be played, exported Via iDrive: and deleted. "Apps" For your own safety, the recording is only shown "Drive Recorder" at the front if the speed is below approximately "Settings"...
  • Page 226 Safety CONTROLS ▷ Full braking. If the critical driving situation passes without an accident occurring, the tension in the front seat ▷ Severe understeer. belts is released again. ▷ Severe oversteer. If the belt tension does not slacken automatically, Certain functions of some systems installed in stop the vehicle and unfasten the seat belt by the vehicle can –...
  • Page 227 Safety CONTROLS Attentiveness assistant Break recommendations Adjusting General The attentiveness assistant is automatically ac‐ The system can detect decreasing attentiveness tive every time drive-ready state is switched on or the onset of fatigue in the driver on long mo‐ and can thus display break recommendations. notonous journeys, for example on motorways.
  • Page 228 Safety CONTROLS ▷ If a sporty driving style is adopted, for exam‐ ple sharp acceleration or fast cornering. ▷ In active driving situations, for example fre‐ quent lane changes. ▷ In poor road conditions. ▷ In strong crosswinds. The system is reset approximately 45 minutes after the vehicle is stopped, for example when taking a break during a long motorway journey.

  • Page 229: Driving Stability Control Systems

    Driving Stability Control Systems CONTROLS Driving Stability Control Systems Vehicle equipment Adaptive brake assist This chapter describes all standard, country-spe‐ In conjunction with Active Cruise Control, this cific and special equipment available for the system ensures that the brake responds even model series.
  • Page 230 Driving Stability Control Systems CONTROLS Deactivate/activate DSC ▷ Loss of grip at the front wheels which can lead to understeer. General Safety notes Driving stability during acceleration and cornering is restricted if DSC is deactivated. WARNING To assist driving stability, re-activate DSC as soon as possible.
  • Page 231 Driving Stability Control Systems CONTROLS Dynamic Traction Control Activate/deactivate DTC Activating DTC Press the button. Principle TRACTION is displayed in the instru‐ DTC is a variant of Dynamic Stability Control ment cluster and the DSC OFF indicator lamp is DSC and is optimised for forward momentum. illuminated.
  • Page 232 Driving Stability Control Systems CONTROLS ing dynamics. xDrive distributes the drive forces variably between the front and rear axles accord‐ ing to the driving situation and road surface con‐ ditions. The Driving Experience Control makes it possi‐ ble to change the four-wheel drive distribution from traction-based to sport-based.

  • Page 233: Driver Assistance Systems

    Driver Assistance Systems CONTROLS Driver Assistance Systems Vehicle equipment Operation Switching on This chapter describes all standard, country-spe‐ cific and special equipment available for the Press the button on the steering wheel. model series. It may therefore describe equip‐ ment and functions which are not installed in The current speed is adopted as the speed limit.
  • Page 234 Driver Assistance Systems CONTROLS Change speed limit Warning when the speed limit is exceeded Visual warning If the speed limit is exceeded: the indica‐ tor lamp in the instrument cluster flashes for as long as you exceed the set speed limit.
  • Page 235 Driver Assistance Systems CONTROLS Cruise Control WARNING The desired speed may be set incorrectly by Principle mistake or called up accidentally. There is a risk This system allows a desired speed to be set us‐ of accident. Adjust the desired speed to the ing the buttons on the steering wheel.
  • Page 236 Driver Assistance Systems CONTROLS To set the speed Dynamic Stability Control DSC is switched on, if necessary. Maintaining and saving the speed Switching off Depending on the equipment, press the corresponding button on the steering wheel. The displays turn off. The stored desired speed is deleted.
  • Page 237 Driver Assistance Systems CONTROLS Displays in the instrument ▷ Each time the rocker switch is pressed to the resistance point, the desired speed is in‐ cluster creased or decreased by 1 km/h, 1 mph. ▷ Each time the rocker switch is pressed be‐ Display in the speedometer yond the resistance point, the desired speed ▷...
  • Page 238 Driver Assistance Systems CONTROLS Active Cruise Control with Observe the traffic situation and intervene ac‐ tively if the situation warrants it. Stop & Go ACC Principle WARNING This system allows you to set a desired speed An unsecured vehicle can start moving and roll‐ and a desired distance from the vehicle in front, ing away.
  • Page 239 Driver Assistance Systems CONTROLS Overview Radar sensor Buttons on the steering wheel Button Function With steering and lane control assis‐ tant: Cruise Control on/off. With steering and lane control assis‐ tant: The radar sensor is located on the front in the bumper.
  • Page 240 Driver Assistance Systems CONTROLS Switching Cruise Control on/off Without steering and lane control assistant: and interrupting Press the button on the steering wheel. With steering and lane control The indicator lamps are illuminated in the instru‐ assistant: Assisted Driving ment cluster and the marker in the speedometer is positioned at the current speed.
  • Page 241 Driver Assistance Systems CONTROLS Changing the speed ▷ If Dynamic Traction Control DTC is activated or Dynamic Stability Control DSC deactiva‐ ted. ▷ If Dynamic Stability Control DSC intervenes. ▷ If the vehicle is stationary and the seat belt is unfastened and the driver's door is opened.
  • Page 242 Driver Assistance Systems CONTROLS Switching between Cruise weather conditions and comply with the pre‐ scribed safe distance by braking if necessary. Control with/without distance control To reduce the distance Safety note Press the button repeatedly until the desired distance is set. WARNING The selected distance is displayed in the instru‐...
  • Page 243 Driver Assistance Systems CONTROLS Display in the speedometer Symbol Description ▷ Green indicator: system is ac‐ System interrupted. tive, the indicator shows the desired speed. ▷ Grey mark: system is interrup‐ ted; the mark shows the stored speed. No display of distance control ▷...
  • Page 244 Driver Assistance Systems CONTROLS Indicator and warning lamps Symbol Description Grey symbol: Symbol Description System interrupted. Green indicator lamp: the sys‐ tem is active. Symbol flashes grey: No indicator lamp: the system is The requirements for system switched off. operation are no longer being met.
  • Page 245 Driver Assistance Systems CONTROLS System limits cantly faster than vehicles in front, for example when rapidly approaching a lorry. If a vehicle is clearly detected in front of you, the system Detection range prompts you to intervene by braking, and if nec‐ essary by taking evasive action.
  • Page 246 Driver Assistance Systems CONTROLS Driving off Malfunction The vehicle cannot drive off automatically in Radar sensor some situations, for example: The system cannot be activated if the radar sen‐ ▷ On steep upward gradients. sor is not correctly aligned, for example if it is ▷...
  • Page 247 Driver Assistance Systems CONTROLS possible for the value to be adopted automati‐ "Info on speed limits" cally. Select the desired setting: ▷ "Adjust automatically": the detected Safety notes speed limit is adopted automatically. ▷ "Adjust manually": the detected speed WARNING limit can be adopted manually.
  • Page 248 Driver Assistance Systems CONTROLS Adjusting Symbol Function Via iDrive: Detected change in speed limit de‐ tected with immediate effect. "CAR" Distance information shown along‐ "Settings" side the symbol indicates there "Driver assistance" might be a change in the speed "Driving" limit up ahead.
  • Page 249 Driver Assistance Systems CONTROLS System limits Safety note Speed Limit Assist based on the Speed Limit Info system. WARNING Take into account the Speed Limit Info system The system does not relieve you of your per‐ limits, see page 171. sonal responsibility to assess the traffic situa‐...
  • Page 250 Driver Assistance Systems CONTROLS ▷ Below 70 km/h, 43 mph: lane marking or a vehicle ahead detected. ▷ Hands on the steering wheel. ▷ Sufficient corner radius. ▷ Driving in the centre of the lane. ▷ Turn indicator switched off. ▷...
  • Page 251 Driver Assistance Systems CONTROLS ▷ When leaving your own lane. ▷ With the turn indicator switched on. ▷ Depending on equipment, Cruise Control with distance control and steering ▷ When the lane is too narrow. and lane control assistant: ▷ If no lane marking has been detected for a The selected function is shown in green.
  • Page 252 Driver Assistance Systems CONTROLS Displays on the steering wheel Symbol Description Green steering wheel symbol and lane marking symbol: The system is helping the driver keep the vehicle in lane. Steering wheel symbol yellow: Hands are not around the steer‐ ing wheel.
  • Page 253 Driver Assistance Systems CONTROLS Safety note Select Assisted Driving Plus with the button on the steering wheel. The symbol for Assisted Driving Plus is shown in WARNING green. The system does not relieve you of your per‐ Two green LEDs are illuminated on the steering sonal responsibility to assess the traffic situa‐...
  • Page 254 Driver Assistance Systems CONTROLS Displays on the steering wheel Narrow lanes The system cannot be activated or used sensibly when driving in narrow lanes, for example in the following situations: ▷ At road works. ▷ Where there are emergency lanes. ▷...
  • Page 255 Driver Assistance Systems CONTROLS Park Distance Control PDC WARNING If the vehicle is travelling at high speed when Principle Park Distance Control PDC is activated, the PDC provides assistance when parking the vehi‐ warning may be delayed due to the physical cle.
  • Page 256 Driver Assistance Systems CONTROLS Switching on/off Warning Automatic activation Acoustic signals The system switches on automatically in the General following situations: An intermittent sound indicates that the vehicle ▷ If selector lever position R is engaged while is approaching an object. For instance, if an ob‐ the engine is running.
  • Page 257 Driver Assistance Systems CONTROLS Visual warning The function is available at speeds below walking speed when driving or rolling in reverse. Pressing the accelerator pedal interrupts the braking intervention. After emergency braking to a stop, it is possible to continue a slow approach to the obstacle. To approach, lightly depress the accelerator and re‐...
  • Page 258 Driver Assistance Systems CONTROLS Limits of flank protection "Parking and manoeuvring" Select the desired setting. The system only shows stationary obstacles that were previously detected by the sensors when The setting is saved for the current driver profile. driving past. System limits The system does not detect whether an obstacle subsequently moves.
  • Page 259 Driver Assistance Systems CONTROLS ▷ External interference with the ultrasound, for ▷ In large, rectangular buildings with smooth example by passing vehicles or loud ma‐ walls, for example underground car parks. chines. ▷ In washing bays and car washes. ▷ Sensors which are dirty, iced up, damaged or ▷...
  • Page 260 Driver Assistance Systems CONTROLS Automatic deactivation when tion and the area around the vehicle and inter‐ vene actively where appropriate. moving forwards The system switches off once a certain distance or speed is exceeded. Overview Switch the system back on if necessary. Depending on the equipment: Depending on the equipment: button in the vehicle...
  • Page 261 Driver Assistance Systems CONTROLS 3. ▷ "Parking guide lines". Turning circle lines Driving path lines and turning circle lines are shown. ▷ "Obstacle mark.". Depending on the equipment, the obsta‐ cles detected by Park Distance Control PDC are displayed by markings. If necessary, tilt the Controller to the left.
  • Page 262 Driver Assistance Systems CONTROLS Detection of objects The colour incrementation corresponds to the markings of Park Distance Control PDC. Very low obstacles and higher, protruding ob‐ jects such as ledges cannot be detected by the system. Zoom to trailer tow hitch Depending on the equipment, some assistance To assist with connecting up a trailer, it is possi‐...
  • Page 263 Driver Assistance Systems CONTROLS Cameras ▷ Panorama View: for representing crossing traffic, for example at junctions and exits, de‐ pending on which gear is currently engaged. Depending on the view, the vehicle's surround‐ ings or a partial area are displayed. Safety note WARNING The system does not relieve you of your per‐...
  • Page 264 Driver Assistance Systems CONTROLS Flank view The camera perspective appropriate for the cor‐ responding driving situation is shown. The flank view can be selected for the right or left side of the vehicle. Switching on/off manually This view displays the area at the side to assist Press the Park Assistant button.
  • Page 265 Driver Assistance Systems CONTROLS Parking guidance lines ▷ "Park Assist". ▷ "Reversing Assistant". Driving path lines ▷ "Camera picture" ▷ "Brightness". ▷ "Contrast". ▷ "Parking guide lines". ▷ "Obstacle mark.". ▷ "Settings": to perform settings, for exam‐ ple to use the activation points with Panor‐ ama View.
  • Page 266 Driver Assistance Systems CONTROLS Zoom to trailer tow hitch Parking with the help of driving path and turning circle lines To assist with connecting up a trailer, it is possi‐ Position the vehicle so that the red turning ble to zoom in on the area around the trailer tow circle line is within the boundaries of the park‐...
  • Page 267 Driver Assistance Systems CONTROLS ▷ Coloured markings: warning that obstacles Limits of the display have been detected. For technical reasons, the display of the area around the vehicle is distorted. Limits of flank protection Even if the symbols for the door opening angles on the Control Display are not covering any other The system only shows stationary obstacles that objects, bear in mind the following when parking...
  • Page 268 Driver Assistance Systems CONTROLS ▷ "Front": image from the front camera. "Panorama View, GPS-based" ▷ "Rear": image from the rear camera. "Panorama View is displayed automatically when set activation points are reached." Depending on the equipment, the crossing traffic warning, see page 276, can warn about ap‐ Displaying activation points proaching vehicles by means of radar sensors.
  • Page 269 Data transfer must be activated, see page 73. ▷ With the exterior mirrors folded in. ▷ The BMW Connected App must be installed on the mobile device. Grey hatched areas with a symbol, for example an open door, in the camera display identify Switching the function on/off areas that are not currently shown.
  • Page 270 Driver Assistance Systems CONTROLS Parking Assistant Manual gearbox The Park Assistant calculates the ideal parking line and takes over steering during the process Principle of parking. Steptronic transmission Park Assistant calculates the ideal parking line and takes over the following functions during a parking operation: ▷...
  • Page 271 Driver Assistance Systems CONTROLS For measuring parking spaces In addition, the safety notes apply for Park Dis‐ tance Control PDC, see page 255. ▷ The vehicle must be driving forwards in a straight line at speeds up to approximately Overview 35 km/h, 22 mph.
  • Page 272 Driver Assistance Systems CONTROLS Park Assistant is automatically activated. ▷ The Park Assistant is activated and park‐ ing space search is active. Switching on with reverse gear ▷ Suitable parking spaces are shown on the Control Display on the edge of the roadway Engage reverse gear.
  • Page 273 Driver Assistance Systems CONTROLS Manual gearbox: ▷ If the turn indicator opposite to the desired parking side is switched on. To achieve an optimum parking position, wait for the automatic steering process after Steptronic transmission: changing gear at standstill. ▷ If the boot lid is open.
  • Page 274 Driver Assistance Systems CONTROLS Leaving a parking space with the Leaving a parking space Park Assistant Switch on drive-ready state. Manual gearbox: Principle Press the Park Assistant button while the ve‐ The system makes it easier to leave parallel park‐ hicle is stationary to switch on the Park Assis‐...
  • Page 275 Driver Assistance Systems CONTROLS General Cancelling the system The system takes over the steering when revers‐ The system automatically cancels in situations ing along the saved stretch. such as the following: The driver is responsible for operating the accel‐ ▷ If the driver grips the steering wheel or steers erator pedal and the brake.
  • Page 276 Driver Assistance Systems CONTROLS ▷ When towing a trailer. ▷ Objects with corners, edges and smooth sur‐ faces. ▷ In angled parking spaces. ▷ Objects with fine surfaces or structures, for Functional limitations example fences. ▷ Objects with porous surfaces. The system may have limited functionality in the following situations, for example: ▷...
  • Page 277 Driver Assistance Systems CONTROLS General Park Assistant button Radar sensors Two radar sensors in the rear bumper monitor the area behind the vehicle. The system indicates when other road users are The radar sensors are located in the rear approaching. bumper.
  • Page 278 Driver Assistance Systems CONTROLS Light in the exterior mirror "Driver assistance" "Parking and manoeuvring" "Cross-traffic alert" "Cross-traffic alert" Automatic activation If the system was activated on the Control Dis‐ play, it is switched on automatically as soon as Park Distance Control PDC or Panorama View is active and a gear is engaged.
  • Page 279 Driver Assistance Systems CONTROLS Yellow lines, arrow 2, indicate the bumper of your vehicle. Acoustic warning In addition to the visual display, a warning signal sounds when your own vehicle is moving in the corresponding direction. System limits The system may have limited functionality in the following situations: ▷...

  • Page 280: Driving Comfort

    Driving comfort CONTROLS Driving comfort Vehicle equipment Performance Control This chapter describes all standard, country-spe‐ Performance Control increases the agility of the cific and special equipment available for the vehicle. model series. It may therefore describe equip‐ Individual wheels are braked to increase agility ment and functions which are not installed in for a sporty driving style.

  • Page 281: Air Conditioning

    Air conditioning CONTROLS Air conditioning Vehicle equipment Automatic air conditioning This chapter describes all standard, country-spe‐ Overview cific and special equipment available for the model series. It may therefore describe equip‐ Buttons in the vehicle ment and functions which are not installed in your vehicle, for example on account of the op‐...
  • Page 282 Air conditioning CONTROLS "Driver" Button Function "Temperature:" Seat heating, see page 127. Set the desired temperature. Avoid switching between different temperature Air flow, manual. settings in rapid succession. The automatic air conditioning may not have sufficient time to es‐ tablish the temperature selected. Individual functions –...
  • Page 283 Air conditioning CONTROLS Switching on/off Recirculated-air mode Press the button. Principle The LED is illuminated when the sys‐ If the air outside the vehicle has an unpleasant tem is switched on. odour or contains pollutants, the air supply to the The air flows from the side nozzles for the upper interior of the vehicle can be shut off.
  • Page 284 Air conditioning CONTROLS General Switching on/off To be able to adjust the air flow manually, first Press the button. switch off the AUTO programme. The LED is illuminated when the sys‐ tem is switched on. Operation The air flow can be adjusted manually when the Press upper or lower side of button: re‐...
  • Page 285 Air conditioning CONTROLS Automatic air conditioning Button Function with extended functionality Seat heating, see page 127. Overview Air-conditioning mode. To call up the air conditioning Buttons in the vehicle menu. For the following settings, for ex‐ ample: upper body temperature adjustment, independent venti‐...
  • Page 286 Air conditioning CONTROLS Switching off The set interior temperature for driver and front seat passenger is not changed by this. Hold down the button until the control shuts down. Adjusting Via iDrive: Temperature "CAR" Principle "Settings" "Climate comfort" The automatic air conditioning adjusts to the set temperature as quickly as possible, using maxi‐...
  • Page 287 Air conditioning CONTROLS The cooling function is switched on automati‐ Via iDrive: cally in the AUTO programme. "CAR" When the automatic air conditioning is in opera‐ "Settings" tion, condensation develops and exits under‐ "Climate comfort" neath the vehicle. "Heating/ventilation" Maximum cooling effect "Driver"...
  • Page 288 Air conditioning CONTROLS Automatic air recirculation The LED is illuminated when recirculated-air mode is switched on. The outside air supply is control AUC shut off. When recirculated-air mode is switched off, fresh Principle air is directed into the vehicle's interior. Automatic air recirculation control AUC detects pollutants in the outside air.
  • Page 289 Air conditioning CONTROLS Adjusting the air distribution Defrosting the windscreen and manually removing condensation Principle Principle The air distribution for air conditioning can be set Ice and condensation are quickly removed from manually. the windscreen and the front side windows. Operation Switching on/off Press the button repeatedly to select a...
  • Page 290 Air conditioning CONTROLS Ventilation Ventilation in the rear, centre Principle The direction of the various air flows can be set individually. Setting the ventilation General The direction of the air flows can be set for direct ▷ Lever for changing the air flow direction, ar‐ or indirect ventilation.
  • Page 291 Air conditioning CONTROLS Via iDrive: Button Function "CAR" Seat heating, see page 127. "Settings" "Climate comfort" Switch off. "Heating/ventilation" "Second row of seats" Switching on/off "Temperature" Set the desired temperature. Via iDrive Selected temperature is shown on the climate "CAR" display.
  • Page 292 Air conditioning CONTROLS Switching on/off pending on the set temperature and ambient temperature. When doing so, the system uses Press the button. any available residual heat from the engine or the The LED is illuminated when the AUTO vehicle's fuel for generating heat. programme is switched on.
  • Page 293 Using BMW display key Individual settings can be performed for certain air conditioning functions. Switching on Switching on/off directly Switch on the display of the BMW Display key. General "Precondit. setting" The system can be switched on or off in various...
  • Page 294 Air conditioning CONTROLS Switching off uled departure time, so the climate control has enough time to work. Switch on the display of the BMW Display key. Setting the departure time "Precondit. setting" Tap the symbol or the symbol. Via iDrive "Stop"...
  • Page 295 Air conditioning CONTROLS Using BMW display key WARNING Switch on the display of the BMW Display key. When the standing air conditioning is operating, high temperatures can be generated under the "Precondit. setting" body, for example because of the exhaust sys‐...
  • Page 296 Press the button. Using BMW display key The climate comfort menu is displayed. Switch on: Individual settings can be performed for certain Switch on the display of the BMW Display air conditioning functions. key. "Precondit. setting" Switching on/off directly Tap the symbol.
  • Page 297 Select the day of the week if necessary. Using BMW display key General Switch on the display of the BMW Display To ensure a pleasant interior temperature in the key. vehicle at the start of the journey, it is possible to set scheduled departure times in the system.
  • Page 298 Air conditioning CONTROLS Display in the instrument cluster Symbol Description The engine runs for the purpose of operating the standing air conditioning. The vehicle is not ready to drive. Online Edition for Part no. xxx - VI/19...

  • Page 299: Interior Equipment

    Interior equipment CONTROLS Interior equipment Vehicle equipment Ashtrays This chapter describes all standard, country-spe‐ Front centre console cific and special equipment available for the model series. It may therefore describe equip‐ Opening ment and functions which are not installed in Press the cover.
  • Page 300 Interior equipment CONTROLS Lighter Safety notes WARNING Contact with the hot heating element or the hot socket of the lighter can cause burns. Flamma‐ ble materials can catch fire if the lighter is drop‐ The lighter is located between the cupholders. ped or is held against objects.
  • Page 301 Interior equipment CONTROLS Rear centre console cables are not in the deployment range of the airbags. NOTE Battery chargers for the vehicle battery may operate with high voltages and high currents which can overload or damage the 12-volt on- board network. There is a risk of material dam‐ age.
  • Page 302 Interior equipment CONTROLS In the centre armrest A USB interface is in the centre console. Properties: A USB interface is in the centre armrest. ▷ USB port type A. Properties: ▷ For charging mobile devices and transferring ▷ USB port type C. data.

  • Page 303: Storage Compartments

    Storage compartments CONTROLS Storage compartments Vehicle equipment Glove box on the passenger side This chapter describes all standard, country-spe‐ cific and special equipment available for the Safety note model series. It may therefore describe equip‐ ment and functions which are not installed in your vehicle, for example on account of the op‐...
  • Page 304 Storage compartments CONTROLS Glove box on driver's side Safety note Safety note WARNING Breakable objects, for example glass bottles or glasses, can break in the event of an accident. WARNING Shards may scatter throughout the interior. The glove box projects into the interior when it There is a danger of injury or damage to prop‐...
  • Page 305 Storage compartments CONTROLS Front centre armrest Opening General There is a storage compartment in the centre armrest between the seats. Opening Press the cover. Press the button. Closing Push the cover down until it engages. There are two cupholders in the centre console. Cupholder front Closing Pull back the cover on the handle strip.
  • Page 306 Storage compartments CONTROLS holder. Use lightweight, sealable and shatter‐ proof containers. Do not transport hot drinks. WARNING Incorrect use of the coat hooks can present a danger, for example if objects are thrown NOTE around in the event of braking and evasive ma‐ noeuvres.

  • Page 307: Boot

    Boot CONTROLS Boot Vehicle equipment WARNING Loose objects or devices connected by a cable This chapter describes all standard, country-spe‐ to the vehicle, for example mobile telephones, cific and special equipment available for the may be thrown around the interior during the model series.
  • Page 308 Boot CONTROLS Bag holders ▷ Fully fold down the rear backrests if a large load is to be stowed. ▷ Do not stack load items above the upper General edge of the backrests. ▷ Small and lightweight loads: secure with re‐ taining straps, a luggage net or other suitable straps.
  • Page 309 Boot CONTROLS Side storage compartment, The rear backrests can be folded down from the boot. The rear backrests can be folded down in‐ left dividually from the rear. There is a storage compartment on the left side Safety notes of the boot. WARNING With emergency wheel: Risk of entrapment when folding down the rear...
  • Page 310 Boot CONTROLS Press the button and pull the middle part for‐ wards. NOTE Vehicle parts can be damaged when folding down the rear backrest. There is a risk of mate‐ rial damage. When folding down, make sure that the area of movement of the rear backrest including head restraint is kept clear.
  • Page 311 Boot CONTROLS Remove the storage compartment. Remove the storage tray. Insert the boot floor. Inserting the emergency wheel and storage elements Proceed in reverse order to insert the emergency wheel and storage elements. Online Edition for Part no. xxx - VI/19...
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  • Page 313: Driving Hints

    DRIVING HINTS Driving precautions ................. 314 Towing a trailer ..................320 Saving fuel ....................325 Online Edition for Part no. xxx - VI/19...

  • Page 314: Driving Precautions

    Driving precautions DRIVING HINTS Driving precautions Vehicle equipment ▷ With petrol engines, 4500 rpm and 160 km/h, 100 mph. ▷ With diesel engines, 3500 rpm and 150 km/h, This chapter describes all standard, country-spe‐ 93 mph. cific and special equipment available for the model series.
  • Page 315 Driving precautions DRIVING HINTS General driving information Exhaust gas particle filter Principle Closing the boot lid The exhaust gas particle filter collects soot parti‐ cles. The soot particles are burned at high tem‐ Safety note peratures to clean the exhaust gas particle filter as necessary.
  • Page 316 Driving precautions DRIVING HINTS Mobile communication in the ing through water, do not exceed the maximum water depth and speed specified above. vehicle Safe braking WARNING There is a possibility of reciprocal interference General between the vehicle electronics and mobile radio devices.
  • Page 317 Driving precautions DRIVING HINTS Ensure that you do not obstruct other road users ▷ Extended periods when the vehicle is not when doing so. used. The heat generated by braking dries the brake ▷ Infrequent use of the brakes. discs and brake pads and protects them against ▷...
  • Page 318 Driving precautions DRIVING HINTS Loads Loads A loaded roof rack alters the vehicle's road be‐ haviour and steering response by shifting its cen‐ tre of gravity. When loading and driving, bear the following in mind: ▷ Do not exceed the permitted roof and axle loads or the permitted gross weight.
  • Page 319 Driving precautions DRIVING HINTS ▷ Do not exceed the permitted axle load or the permitted gross weight. ▷ Drive smoothly and avoid sudden accelera‐ tion and braking or fast cornering. Driving on a racing track The higher mechanical and thermal loads in‐ volved in driving on racing tracks lead to in‐...

  • Page 320: Towing A Trailer

    Towing a trailer DRIVING HINTS Towing a trailer Vehicle equipment Loads Distribute the load as evenly as possible over the This chapter describes all standard, country-spe‐ loading area. cific and special equipment available for the Stow the load as low as possible and as close as model series.
  • Page 321 Towing a trailer DRIVING HINTS Power consumption WARNING General The tyre inflation pressure must be adapted because of the increased axle load when tow‐ Before beginning your journey, check the func‐ ing a trailer. Driving with inadequate tyre infla‐ tion of the trailer rear lights. tion pressure can damage the tyres.
  • Page 322 Towing a trailer DRIVING HINTS High loads and high outside ▷ If a trailer with a high centre of gravity tips over before snaking is detected. temperature ▷ If Dynamic Stability Control DSC is deactiva‐ ted or has malfunctioned. NOTE ▷...
  • Page 323 Towing a trailer DRIVING HINTS Safety notes ▷ Trailer towing is not activated. ▷ Adequate charge state of the vehicle battery. The LED in the button illuminates green if the WARNING system is operational. If the ball linkage is not locked, unstable driving conditions or accidents can result.
  • Page 324 Towing a trailer DRIVING HINTS Repeating the swivel movement with For increased safety when towing a trailer, attach the trailer securing cable to the eye. the engine running Check that the securing cable can move freely Switch on drive-ready state via the start/stop and is not dragging on the ground.

  • Page 325: Saving Fuel

    Saving fuel DRIVING HINTS Saving fuel Vehicle equipment Closing windows and the Glass Roof This chapter describes all standard, country-spe‐ An open Glass Roof or open window increase cific and special equipment available for the drag and consequently fuel consumption. model series.
  • Page 326 BMW Service Partner. roll. Please also see the BMW Maintenance System. On downward stretches, take your foot off the accelerator and allow the vehicle to roll. ECO PRO The fuel supply is interrupted in overrun mode.
  • Page 327 Saving fuel DRIVING HINTS Overview The settings are saved for the current driver pro‐ file. ECO PRO Limit ▷ Activate ECO PRO Limit: "ECO PRO limit" An ECO PRO tip is shown when the speed of the set ECO PRO limit is exceeded. ▷...
  • Page 328 Saving fuel DRIVING HINTS Display in the instrument cluster If the acceleration is inefficient, the area between average consumption and current consumption is coloured red. General The following information is also displayed, de‐ When activating the ECO PRO drive mode, the pending on the situation: display changes to a special display.
  • Page 329 Saving fuel DRIVING HINTS General Symbol Section of the road in front The recognised sections of the route, such as Corner. built-up areas or bends ahead, for example, re‐ quire a reduction in speed. The alert is also given if the section of the route Roundabout.
  • Page 330 Saving fuel DRIVING HINTS Coasting ▷ Active Cruise Control with Stop&Go function, ACC, not activated. Principle Operation via shift paddles The engine is automatically disconnected from Principle the gearbox in selector lever position D under certain circumstances. The vehicle continues to The coasting state can be controlled using the roll in idle to reduce consumption.
  • Page 331 Saving fuel DRIVING HINTS Displaying energy flow information Operating requirements Via iDrive: The function is available in ECO PRO driving mode. "CAR" "Driving information" Calling up the driving style "Energy flow" analysis Via iDrive: System limits "CAR" The function is not available, if one of the following conditions is met: "Driving information"...
  • Page 332 Online Edition for Part no. xxx - VI/19...

  • Page 333: Mobility

    MOBILITY Refuelling ....................334 Wheels and tyres ..................336 Engine compartment ................361 Operating fluids ..................364 Maintenance ..................... 376 Replacing parts ..................378 Help in case of a breakdown ..............383 General care ..................... 392 Online Edition for Part no. xxx - VI/19...

  • Page 334: Refuelling

    Refuelling MOBILITY Refuelling Vehicle equipment Safety notes This chapter describes all standard, country-spe‐ NOTE cific and special equipment available for the If the range drops below 50 km, 30 miles, the model series. It may therefore describe equip‐ engine may no longer be supplied with suffi‐ ment and functions which are not installed in cient fuel.
  • Page 335 Refuelling MOBILITY Turn the fuel tank cap anticlockwise. Have the fuel filler flap unlocked by a Service Partner of the manufacturer or another qualified Service Partner or a specialist workshop. Place the fuel tank cap in the holder on the fuel filler flap.

  • Page 336: Wheels And Tyres

    Wheels and tyres MOBILITY Wheels and tyres Vehicle equipment Tyre inflation pressure information This chapter describes all standard, country-spe‐ On the door pillar cific and special equipment available for the model series. It may therefore describe equip‐ ment and functions which are not installed in your vehicle, for example on account of the op‐...
  • Page 337 Wheels and tyres MOBILITY mounted tyres can be displayed on the Control Correct the tyre inflation pressure if the cur‐ Display. rent tyre inflation pressure deviates from the specified tyre inflation pressure. To ensure that they are displayed correctly, the tyre sizes must be stored in the system and must Check whether all valve caps are screwed have been set for the fitted tyres.
  • Page 338 Wheels and tyres MOBILITY Vehicle behaviour that may indicate tyre damage Designation Maximum speed or other faults: up to 240 km/h/150 mph ▷ Unusual vibrations. up to 270 km/h/167 mph ▷ Unusual tyre or running noises. ▷ Unusual vehicle response, such as pro‐ up to 300 km/h/186 mph nounced pulling to the left or right.
  • Page 339 Wheels and tyres MOBILITY Age of tyres tyres that have been categorised as suitable for the vehicle concerned. Recommendation Irrespective of the tyre tread depth, change tyres WARNING after 6 years at the latest. Mounted steel wheels can lead to technical problems, for example wheel studs may work Date of manufacture loose or brake discs may be damaged.
  • Page 340 Wheels and tyres MOBILITY New tyres from a Service Partner of the manufacturer or an‐ other qualified Service Partner or a specialist Due to the manufacturing process, new tyres do workshop. not achieve their full road grip immediately. Drive moderately for the first 300 km, 200 miles. Swapping over front and rear wheels Retreaded tyres...
  • Page 341 Wheels and tyres MOBILITY Run-flat tyres Label Principle In the event of a complete loss of tyre inflation pressure, run-flat tyres enable you to continue driving, with certain restrictions. General The wheels are fitted with tyres which are self- supporting to a limited degree. They may also The tyres are identified on the tyre's side wall by have special rims.
  • Page 342 Wheels and tyres MOBILITY General Sealant container ▷ Please observe the notes on the application of the Mobility System which are on the com‐ pressor and the sealant container. ▷ Applying the Mobility System can be ineffec‐ tive for tyre damage larger than approximately 4 mm.
  • Page 343 Wheels and tyres MOBILITY ▷ Engage the steering wheel lock with the Pull filler hose completely from the cover of wheels in the straight-ahead position. the sealant container. Do not kink the hose. ▷ Have all vehicle occupants get out of the ve‐ hicle and guide them out of the danger area, for example behind the crash barrier.
  • Page 344 Wheels and tyres MOBILITY Removing and storing the sealant Insert the plug into the socket in the vehicle interior while the compressor is switched off. container Unscrew the filler hose of the sealant con‐ tainer from the tyre valve. Press the red unlocking device. Remove the sealant container from the com‐...
  • Page 345 Wheels and tyres MOBILITY If the tyre inflation pressure of at least 2 bar is Insert the plug into the socket in the vehicle not reached, contact a Service Partner of the interior. manufacturer or a qualified Service Partner or a specialist workshop.
  • Page 346 Wheels and tyres MOBILITY Snow chains Do not initialise the runflat indicator RPA with snow chains fitted, as it may give incorrect read‐ ings. Safety notes Do not reset the Tyre Pressure Monitor TPM with snow chains fitted, as it may give incorrect readings.
  • Page 347 Wheels and tyres MOBILITY Safety note Tyre settings General WARNING If the system does not detect the tyres automati‐ The display showing the specified tyre inflation cally, the specifications for the fitted tyres can be pressures does not replace the tyre inflation entered in the tyre settings.
  • Page 348 Wheels and tyres MOBILITY Status display The specified pressure is adjusted immediately if the load status is changed in the tyre settings. Current status Tyre statuses The status of the system, for example whether the system is active, can be shown on the Con‐ General trol Display.
  • Page 349 Wheels and tyres MOBILITY If a tyre inflation pressure check is Make sure that the correct tyre settings, see page 347, have been made. required Switch on drive-ready state but do not drive Message off. A symbol with a Check Control message is Reset the tyre inflation pressure: "Perform shown on the Control Display.
  • Page 350 Wheels and tyres MOBILITY If there is a significant loss of tyre stability to be maintained. There is a risk of ac‐ cident. Do not continue driving if the vehicle is inflation pressure fitted with normal tyres. Comply with the notes on run-flat tyres and continuing to drive with Message these tyres.
  • Page 351 Wheels and tyres MOBILITY The symbol identifying run-flat tyres, see Symbol Possible cause page 341, is a circle with the letters RSC on There has been a loss of tyre infla‐ the tyre side wall. tion pressure. Follow the description of what to do in the No reset has been performed on the event of a flat tyre, see page 351.
  • Page 352 Wheels and tyres MOBILITY ▷ Longer braking distances. WARNING ▷ Different self-steering characteristics. Continuing to drive with a flat tyre can result in Adapt your driving style. Avoid abrupt steering or heavy trailers starting to slalom. There is a dan‐ driving over obstacles, for example kerbs or pot‐...
  • Page 353 Wheels and tyres MOBILITY out, for example, a flat tyre is reported in spite of ▷ After every tyre or wheel change, an initialisa‐ the correct tyre pressure. tion must be carried out when the tyre infla‐ tion pressures are correct. Malfunction ▷...
  • Page 354 Wheels and tyres MOBILITY Initialising resumes automatically when you con‐ The symbol identifying run-flat tyres, see tinue your journey. page 341, is a circle with the letters RSC on the tyre side wall. Messages What to do in the event of a flat General tyre Dynamic Stability Control DSC is activated if...
  • Page 355 Wheels and tyres MOBILITY ceed the speed of 60 km/h, 35 mph. If the Adapt your driving style. Avoid abrupt steering or trailer starts to snake, brake immediately and driving over obstacles, for example kerbs or pot‐ make the necessary steering corrections as holes.
  • Page 356 Wheels and tyres MOBILITY Safety notes WARNING The jack is only optimised for raising the vehi‐ DANGER cle and for use with the jacking points on the The jack is only intended for raising the vehicle vehicle. There is a danger of injury. Do not lift briefly during a wheel change.
  • Page 357 Wheels and tyres MOBILITY On a level surface ▷ Wheel stud, arrow 1. ▷ Adapter, arrow 2. Place chocks or other suitable objects in front of and behind the wheel directly opposite to the one being changed. Unscrewing Place the adapter on the wheel stud. On a slight downhill slope Unscrew the wheel stud.
  • Page 358 Wheels and tyres MOBILITY Raising vehicle ▷ If applicable, set up warning triangle or flash‐ ing light at the correct distance. ▷ Additionally protect the vehicle against rolling WARNING away. Your hands or fingers could get trapped when ▷ Undo the wheel studs by half a turn. using the jack.
  • Page 359 Wheels and tyres MOBILITY Remove your hand from the jack as soon as studs belonging to the wheels may also have the jack is under load and continue to turn to be used. the jack crank or lever with one hand. Tighten the remaining wheel studs until fin‐...
  • Page 360 Wheels and tyres MOBILITY Safety note Remove the tool holder from the emergency wheel. Remove the emergency wheel from the stor‐ WARNING age tray, arrow 2. The emergency wheel has special dimensions. When driving with an emergency wheel, the Inserting the emergency wheel driving properties may change, for example re‐...

  • Page 361: Engine Compartment

    Engine compartment MOBILITY Engine compartment Vehicle equipment your vehicle, for example on account of the op‐ tional equipment selected or the country variant. This also applies to safety-relevant functions and This chapter describes all standard, country-spe‐ systems. Please comply with the relevant laws cific and special equipment available for the and regulations when using the corresponding model series.
  • Page 362 Engine compartment MOBILITY Bonnet WARNING Parts of the body can become trapped when Safety notes opening and closing the bonnet. There is a danger of injury. When opening and closing, make sure that the area of movement of the WARNING bonnet is kept clear.
  • Page 363 Engine compartment MOBILITY Closing Allow the bonnet to drop from a height of ap‐ proximately 50 cm, 20 in. The bonnet must engage on both sides. Online Edition for Part no. xxx - VI/19...

  • Page 364: Operating Fluids

    Operating fluids MOBILITY Operating fluids Vehicle equipment The engine has knock control. This means that different petrol grades can be used. This chapter describes all standard, country-spe‐ Safety notes cific and special equipment available for the model series. It may therefore describe equip‐ ment and functions which are not installed in NOTE your vehicle, for example on account of the op‐...
  • Page 365 ▷ The vehicle manufacturer recommends Principle only using diesel additives that have been BMW Diesel with BluePerformance reduces ni‐ classified as suitable. trous oxides in the diesel exhaust by injecting the After filling with the wrong fuel, do not press reduction agent AdBlue into the exhaust stream.
  • Page 366 Control Display. Via iDrive: AdBlue topping up "CAR" BMW recommends having the reduction agent "Vehicle status" replenished by a Service Partner as part of a reg‐ ular maintenance schedule. "AdBlue" If you keep to this maintenance schedule, a sin‐...
  • Page 367 Operating fluids MOBILITY Topping up AdBlue yourself Preferably use the special bottle recommended by BMW. With this bottle and its special adapter, reduction agent can be topped up conveniently. Safety notes Top up quantity WARNING When the reserve level indicator starts, top up at When the reduction agent container is opened, least 5 litres, approx.
  • Page 368 Operating fluids MOBILITY Depending on the filler nozzle, the tank for the Put fuel tank cap back on and turn clockwise. reducing agent may not be filled completely. Press on the fuel filler flap until it engages. Please comply with the safety regulations dis‐ Replenishing reduction agent with a played at filling stations.
  • Page 369 Operating fluids MOBILITY The tank in the vehicle is filled when the level Safety note in the bottle does not change any more. It is not possible to overfill. WARNING After filling with an incorrect liquid, the system may heat up and catch fire. There is a risk of fire and danger of injury.
  • Page 370 Operating fluids MOBILITY Engine oil Electronic oil measurement General General Electronic oil measurement uses two measuring Engine oil consumption depends on the driving methods: style and operating conditions. ▷ Monitoring. Therefore check the engine oil level regularly ▷ Detailed measurement. each time you fill up with fuel by taking a detailed When frequently making short trips or using a measurement.
  • Page 371 Operating fluids MOBILITY Detailed measurement Safely stop the vehicle and switch off drive-ready state before topping up with engine oil. Principle Do not add too much engine oil. The engine oil level is checked when the vehicle Safety notes is stationary and is shown on a scale. If the engine oil level is outside its permissible operating range, a Check Control message is WARNING...
  • Page 372 Diesel engine BMW Longlife-04. Add engine oil. BMW Longlife-12 FE. Tighten cap. The oil specification BMW Longlife-12 FE is not Engine oil grades for topping up suitable for 25d, 35d, 40d or 50d diesel engines. General Alternative engine oil grades Engine oil quality is a crucial factor determining If suitable engine oils are not available, up to 1 li‐...
  • Page 373 Operating fluids MOBILITY Coolant Viscosity classes SAE 5W-30. General SAE 0W-40. Coolant is a mixture of water and an additive. SAE 5W-40. Not all commercially available additives are suita‐ ble for the vehicle. Information regarding suitable The viscosity classes SAE 0W-20 and additives is available from a Service Partner of SAE-5W-20 are not suitable for diesel engines.
  • Page 374 Operating fluids MOBILITY Turn cap on coolant tank slightly anticlock‐ Recommended minimum fill level: 1 litre, wise, then allow the pressure to escape. 1.7 Imp. pints. Open cap on coolant tank. Safety notes The coolant level is correct if it is between the Min.
  • Page 375 Operating fluids MOBILITY Overview The reservoir for the washer fluid is located in the engine compartment. Malfunction Using undiluted screenwash concentrate or anti‐ freeze made of alcohol may result in false read‐ ings at low temperatures below -15 ℃/+5 ℉. Online Edition for Part no.

  • Page 376: Maintenance

    BMW Maintenance System Periods out of use Periods when the vehicle is out of use with its The maintenance system indicates what mainte‐...
  • Page 377 MOBILITY both in the vehicle and in the central IT systems other qualified Service Partner or a specialist of BMW AG, Munich. workshop or other authorised persons. Only connect devices that have been tested and The data entered in the electronic service history found to be safe for use with the OBD on- can also be viewed by the new vehicle owner af‐...

  • Page 378: Replacing Parts

    Replacing parts MOBILITY Replacing parts Vehicle equipment NOTE Wipers that are folded away from the wind‐ This chapter describes all standard, country-spe‐ screen can become trapped if the bonnet is cific and special equipment available for the opened. There is a risk of material damage. Be‐ model series.
  • Page 379 Replacing parts MOBILITY Vehicle battery Some equipment versions have light-emitting di‐ odes behind a cover as a light source. These light-emitting diodes are similar to conventional General lasers and are classified by legislation as Class 1 light-emitting diodes. The battery is maintenance-free. In the case of a defect, the manufacturer of the More information regarding the battery can be vehicle recommends having respective work car‐...
  • Page 380 Replacing parts MOBILITY Notes on removal Symbol Meaning Observe the following notes on removing the ve‐ Keep away from children. hicle battery: ▷ Park the vehicle and switch off consumers. Risk of acid burns: wear gloves, ▷ First disconnect the power at the negative do not tilt the battery.
  • Page 381 Replacing parts MOBILITY ▷ Frequently driving short distances. ▷ Protect the battery from direct sunlight and frost. ▷ If the vehicle is not used for periods of longer than one month. ▷ Only clean the battery with a damp, anti-static cloth.
  • Page 382 MOBILITY Safety note Information on the fuse types and locations, as well as the positions of any other fuse boxes, is available on the Internet: www.bmw.com/fuse‐ WARNING card. Incorrect or repaired fuses can overload electri‐ Where applicable, information on the fuse types cal cables and components.

  • Page 383: Help In Case Of A Breakdown

    General In the case of a breakdown, data on the vehicle condition can be transferred to the BMW break‐ down assistance. It is possible that malfunctions The warning triangle is located inside the boot can be remedied directly.
  • Page 384 Control Display. automatically Teleservice Assistance A text message prompting the driver to call BMW Accident Assistance is shown on the Con‐ Teleservice Assistance is a country-specific fea‐ trol Display. ture that allows BMW breakdown assistance to The connection can be established directly: carry out a more in-depth diagnosis of the vehi‐...
  • Page 385 Help in case of a breakdown MOBILITY Starting manually Overview BMW Accident Assistance can also be contac‐ ted independently of the automatic accident de‐ tection function. Via iDrive: "APPS" "Installed apps" "BMW Assistance" "Call BMW Accident Assistance" SOS button. Follow the displays on the Control Display. A voice connection is established.
  • Page 386 Press and hold the SOS button until the LED call centre. in the button area is illuminated green. Even if no emergency call through BMW is pos‐ ▷ The LED is illuminated green when the emer‐ sible, in some cases an emergency call may still gency call has been activated.
  • Page 387 Incorrect use of the fire extinguisher can cause lished. injury. There is a danger of injury. Observe the When an emergency call is sent via BMW, information below when using the fire extin‐ data is sent to the emergency call centre in guisher: order to decide what rescue measures are re‐...
  • Page 388 Help in case of a breakdown MOBILITY Jump-starting connections Replace the fire extinguisher after use or have it refilled. Starting assistance General If the vehicle battery is discharged, the engine can be started from another vehicle's battery us‐ ing two jump leads. Only use jump leads with fully insulated terminal clamps.
  • Page 389 Help in case of a breakdown MOBILITY Manual gearbox tery or the corresponding engine or body earth connection on the other vehicle. Safety notes Connect the second terminal clamp to the negative terminal of the battery or to a corre‐ sponding engine or body earth connection on NOTE the vehicle being started.
  • Page 390 Help in case of a breakdown MOBILITY Towing truck Towing truck Have your vehicle transported by a towing truck Only have the vehicle transported on a truck bed. with a hoisting frame, or hoisted onto a load area. Towing other vehicles Steptronic transmission: transporting the vehicle General...
  • Page 391 Help in case of a breakdown MOBILITY ▷ Only use the towing eye supplied with the ve‐ hicle and make sure that it is screwed in fully NOTE and is tight. If the tow bar or the towing rope is not attached ▷...

  • Page 392: General Care

    General care MOBILITY General care Vehicle equipment Distances and temperature ▷ Maximum temperature: 60 ℃/140 ℉. This chapter describes all standard, country-spe‐ ▷ Minimum distance to sensors, cameras, cific and special equipment available for the seals: 30 cm, 12 in. model series.
  • Page 393 There is a risk of material damage. Do not General switch off standby state in car washes. BMW recommends using care and cleaning products from BMW. Suitable care products are General available from a Service Partner of the manufac‐ turer or another qualified Service Partner or a In a car wash, the vehicle must be able to roll specialist workshop.
  • Page 394 General care MOBILITY Matt paintwork Care of special parts Only use cleaning and care products that are Light alloy wheels suitable for vehicles with matt paintwork. When cleaning the wheels while they are instal‐ Leather care led on the vehicle, only use neutral rim cleaner with a pH value of between 5 and 9.
  • Page 395 General care MOBILITY Plastic parts mats on top of one another. Make sure that there is sufficient space for the pedals. Ensure that floor mats are securely reattached after NOTE having been removed, for example for cleaning. Cleaning agents containing alcohol or solvents, such as nitro thinners, cold cleaners, fuel or Floor mats can be removed from the vehicle to similar can damage plastic parts.
  • Page 396 General care MOBILITY Partner of the manufacturer or another qualified Service Partner or a specialist workshop. Online Edition for Part no. xxx - VI/19...
  • Page 397 General care MOBILITY Online Edition for Part no. xxx - VI/19...
  • Page 398 Online Edition for Part no. xxx - VI/19...

  • Page 399: Reference

    REFERENCE Technical data ..................400 Appendix ....................410 Everything from A to Z ................412 Online Edition for Part no. xxx - VI/19...

  • Page 400: Technical Data

    The heights specified do not take into account add-on parts such as a roof aerial, roof railing or BMW 3 Series Saloon Width with mirrors mm (in) 2068 (81.4) Width without mirrors mm (in) 1827 (71.9)
  • Page 401 Technical data REFERENCE Weights 320i Kerb weight ready for road, with 75 kg, 165 lb, load, kg (lb) 1535 (3384) tank 90 % full, no optional extras Permitted gross weight kg (lb) 2050 (4519) Load kg (lb) 590 (1301) Front axle load limit kg (lb) 965 (2127) Rear axle load limit...
  • Page 402 (lb) 1195 (2635) Roof load kg (lb) 75 (165) M340i xDrive powered by BMW M Kerb weight ready for road, with 75 kg, 165 lb, load, kg (lb) 1745 (3847) tank 90 % full, no optional extras Permitted gross weight...
  • Page 403 Technical data REFERENCE 318d Manual gearbox kg (lb) 965 (2127) Steptronic transmission kg (lb) 965 (2127) Rear axle load limit Manual gearbox kg (lb) 1180 (2601) Steptronic transmission kg (lb) 1180 (2601) Roof load kg (lb) 75 (165) 320d Kerb weight ready for road, with 75 kg, 165 lb, load, tank 90 % full, no optional extras Manual gearbox kg (lb)
  • Page 404 Technical data REFERENCE 330d Kerb weight ready for road, with 75 kg, 165 lb, load, kg (lb) 1665 (3671) tank 90 % full, no optional extras Permitted gross weight kg (lb) 2185 (4817) Load kg (lb) 595 (1312) Front axle load limit kg (lb) 1075 (2370) Rear axle load limit...
  • Page 405 Technical data REFERENCE Towing a trailer 320i Towing loads according to EU operating permit. Consult a Service Partner of the manufacturer or another qualified Service Partner or a specialist workshop about options for increasing the loads. Unbraked kg (lb) 750 (1653) With brake on upward gradient up to 12 % kg (lb) 1600 (3527)
  • Page 406 Permitted gross weight kg (lb) 2230 (4916) M340i xDrive powered by BMW M Towing loads according to EU operating permit. Consult a Service Partner of the manufacturer or another qualified Service Partner or a specialist workshop about options for increasing the loads.
  • Page 407 Technical data REFERENCE 318d Towing loads according to EU operating permit. Consult a Service Partner of the manufacturer or another qualified Service Partner or a specialist workshop about options for increasing the loads. Unbraked Manual gearbox kg (lb) 740 (1631) Steptronic transmission kg (lb) 750 (1653)
  • Page 408 Technical data REFERENCE 320d Permitted gross weight Manual gearbox kg (lb) 2150 (4740) Steptronic transmission kg (lb) 2160 (4762) 330d Towing loads according to EU operating permit. Consult a Service Partner of the manufacturer or another qualified Service Partner or a specialist workshop about options for increasing the loads. Unbraked kg (lb) 750 (1653)
  • Page 409 Rear axle load limit kg (lb) 1350 (2976) Permitted gross weight kg (lb) 2330 (5137) Filling capacities BMW 3 Series Saloon Fuel tank, approximately. Litres (gal) 40.0 (8.8) Larger fuel tank, approximately Litres (gal) 59.0 (13.0) Observe the additional information on fuel qual‐...

  • Page 410: Appendix

    Appendix REFERENCE Appendix General Here is where any updates to the Owner's Handbook for the vehicle are listed. Updates after going to press After the copy deadline for the Integrated Own‐ er's Handbook in the vehicle, the following chap‐ ters were updated in the printed Owner's Handbook: ▷...
  • Page 411 Appendix REFERENCE Online Edition for Part no. xxx - VI/19...

  • Page 412: Everything From A To Z

    Audio, see Owner's Handbook for Navigation, AdBlue at minimum Entertainment, Communication AdBlue, replenishing AUTO H button, see Parking brake AdBlue, see BMW diesel with BluePerform‐ Automatic air conditioning 281, ance Automatic air recirculation control AUC Additives, engine oil grades Automatic anti-glare control, see High-beam as‐...
  • Page 413 CANCEL button, see Cruise Control BMW Intelligent Personal Assistant Can holder, see Cupholder BMW Maintenance System Care, Head-Up Display BMW Services, see Owner's Handbook for Navi‐ Care of displays, screens gation, Entertainment, Communication Care of upholstery fabrics Bonnet Care products...
  • Page 414 Everything from A to Z REFERENCE Care, vehicle Cold start, see Engine start Car key, see Vehicle key Comfort Access Carpet, care Comfort closing, vehicle key CarPlay, connection to vehicle Comfort opening, vehicle key Carrying children COMFORT, see Driving Experience Control Carrying children safely Communication, see Owner's Handbook for Car wash...
  • Page 415 Cruise Control without distance control, see Display in the windscreen, see Head-Up Dis‐ Cruise Control play Cupholder Display key, malfunction Cupholder, front Display key, see BMW display key Cupholder, rear Display lighting, see Instrument lighting Current consumption Displays Displays and symbols Displays, ECO PRO...
  • Page 416 Everything from A to Z REFERENCE Driving Stability Control Systems Emergency release, transmission lockout Driving style analysis, ECO PRO Emergency running properties, tyres Driving through water Emergency service, see Accident Assis‐ Drying air, see Cooling function 282, tance DSC Dynamic Stability Control Emergency services, see Breakdown assis‐...
  • Page 417 Flat tyre, remedying General settings Flat tyre, runflat indicator RPA Gesture Control Flat tyre, see Tyre Pressure Monitor Gestures, see BMW Gesture Control Flat tyre warning lamp, RPA Give way warning Flat tyre warning lamp, TPM Glare protection, see Sun visor...
  • Page 418 Everything from A to Z REFERENCE Head Light, adaptive Inductive charging of a smartphone, see Wireless Headlight cleaning system, see Wiper sys‐ charging dock, see Owner's Handbook for Nav‐ igation, Entertainment, Communication Headlight courtesy delay feature Inflation pressure check, see Tyre Pressure Headlight courtesy delay feature, switching Monitor Inflation pressure, tyres...
  • Page 419 List of all messages Keyless Go, see Comfort Access Loading Key, mechanical Loading the boot, see Stowing transported Key, see BMW display key loads Key switch for front passenger airbags Locking, automatic Kick-down, Steptronic transmission Locking, see Opening and closing...
  • Page 420 Everything from A to Z REFERENCE Maximum speed, display, see Speed Limit Net, boot Info Neutral cleaner, light alloy wheels Maximum speed of winter tyres New wheels and tyres Media of the Owner's Handbook No Passing Information Memory function Nose weight Menu, instrument cluster, see Selection Nose weight, see Trailer nose weight lists...
  • Page 421 283, Positioning, vehicle position Recommended makes of tyre PostCrash – iBrake Recycling Power display, see Sport displays Reduction agent, see BMW diesel with BluePer‐ Power failure formance Power window switches Refuelling Pressure Monitor, see Tyre Pressure Moni‐ Remote 3D View...
  • Page 422 Everything from A to Z REFERENCE Replacing bulbs, see Lights and bulbs Run-on of fan, see Exhaust gas particle filter Replacing front lights, see Bulbs and lights Replacing headlights, see Bulbs and lights Replacing laser headlights, see Bulbs and lights Safe seating position Replacing lights, see Bulbs and lights Safe Share function, see Key card...
  • Page 423 Everything from A to Z REFERENCE Shift Lights, revolution counter Speed warning Shift paddles on the steering wheel Sport displays Shift point indicator SPORT INDIVIDUAL, see Driving Experience Side airbag Control Side collision warning SPORT PLUS, see Driving Experience Con‐ Side lights trol Side nozzles, see Ventilation...
  • Page 424 Everything from A to Z REFERENCE Suitable mobile telephones Total weight Summer tyres, tread Total weight, permitted Sun visor Touchpad, Controller Supplementary handbook Tourist function, see Right-hand/left-hand traf‐ Supplementary text message Surround View Tow bar Surround View, Gesture Control Tow fitting, see Towing eye Suspension settings, see Driving Experience Towing a trailer Control...
  • Page 425 Everything from A to Z REFERENCE Tyre inflation pressure Vehicle key with display, see BMW display Tyre makes, recommendation Tyre pressure Vehicle paintwork Tyre pressure monitor, see RPA Vehicle position, vehicle positioning Tyre Pressure Monitor TPM Vehicle, running in Tyre repair kit, see Mobility System...
  • Page 426 Everything from A to Z REFERENCE Welcome screen, driver profiles Wheel change Wheels and tyres Wheels and tyres, replacing Wheels, see Runflat indicator RPA Widgets, iDrive WiFi connection WiFi hotspot, see Internet connection Window, defrosting 284, Windscreen, defrosting 284, Windscreen washing system, see Wiper sys‐ Windscreen wipers, see Wiper system Winter storage, see Laying up the vehicle Winter tyres...
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  • Page 430 The Ultimate Driving Machine BMW DRIVER'S GUIDE APP. Your customised vehicle information in an app. Optimised for smartphones & tablets. Can be used offline. *BL00I* xxx en Online Edition for Part no. xxx - VI/19...

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