Page 1 Contents Owner's Manual for Vehicle The Ultimate Driving Machine THE BMW ACTIVE HYBRID 3. THE BMW ACTIVE HYBRID 3. OWNER'S MANUAL. OWNER'S MANUAL. Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 917 825 - II/13...
Page 3 Also use the Integrated Owner's Manual in your vehicle. It con‐ tains important information on vehicle operation that will help you make full use of the technical features available in your BMW. The manual also contains information designed to enhance operating reliability and road safety, and to contribute to maintaining the value of your BMW.
Page 4 © 2012 Bayerische Motoren Werke Aktiengesellschaft Munich, Germany Reprinting, including excerpts, only with the written consent of BMW AG, Munich. US English II/13, 03 13 490 Printed on environmentally friendly paper, bleached without chlorine, suitable for recycling. Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 917 825 - II/13...
Page 5: Table Of Contents
At a glance Maintenance Cockpit Replacing components iDrive Breakdown assistance Voice activation system Care Integrated Owner's Manual in the vehicle BMW ActiveHybrid Reference Technical data Controls Everything from A to Z Opening and closing Adjusting Transporting children safely Driving Displays...
Page 6: Notes
Symbols Indicates precautions that must be followed precisely in order to avoid the possibility of per‐ Your BMW is a hybrid vehicle. In addition to the sonal injury and serious damage to the vehicle. combustion engine, your vehicle features a high-voltage system that consists of an electric ◄...
Page 7: Parts And Accessories
BMW. BMW cannot test every product made by other manufacturers to verify if it can be used on a BMW safely and without risk to either the Status of the Owner's Manual vehicle, its operation, or its occupants. Genuine BMW Parts, BMW Accessories and other prod‐...
Page 8: Service And Warranty
Your vehicle is covered by the fol‐ damage to the vehicle. Such damage is not cov‐ lowing warranties: ered by the BMW New Vehicle Limited War‐ ▷ New Vehicle Limited Warranty. ranty.
Page 9: Reporting Safety Defects
Highway Traffic Safety Administration The EDR is designed to record data related to NHTSA, in addition to notifying BMW of North vehicle dynamics and safety systems for a short America, LLC, P.O. Box 1227, Westwood, New period of time, typically 30 seconds or less.
Page 10 Notes rcar.gov; or write to: Administrator, NHTSA, 400 Seventh Street, SW., Washington, DC 20590. You can also obtain other information about mo‐ tor vehicle safety from http://www.safercar.gov For Canadian customers Canadian customers who wish to report a safety-related defect to Transport Canada, De‐ fect Investigations and Recalls, may telephone the toll-free hotline 1-800-333-0510.
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Page 13: At A Glance
At a glance These overviews of buttons, switches and displays are intended to familiarize you with your vehicle. You will also become quickly acquainted with the available control concepts and options. Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 917 825 - II/13...
Page 14: Cockpit
At a glance Cockpit Cockpit Vehicle equipment is also described that is not available in a vehicle, e. g., because of the selected optional equip‐ All standard, country-specific and optional ment or country variant. This also applies for equipment that is offered in the model series is safety-related functions and systems.
Page 15 Cockpit At a glance beams 90 Cruise control on/off, interrupt‐ ing 116 Automatic headlamp con‐ Cruise control rocker switch 117 trol 91 Instrument cluster 74 Daytime running lights 91 10 Steering wheel buttons, right Adaptive Light Control 92 Entertainment source High-beam Assistant 92 Instrument lighting 93 Volume Steering column stalk, left Voice activation 25 Turn...
Page 16: All Around The Center Console
At a glance Cockpit All around the center console Headliner 17 Parking brake 67 Control Display 18 PDC Park Distance Control 118 Ventilation 135 Backup camera 120 Hazard warning system 194 Parking assistant 127 Surround View 120 Central locking system 37 Driving Dynamics Control 113 DSC Dynamic Stability Con‐ Glove compartment 146 trol 111 Radio/CD/Multimedia, see user's manual for Navigation, Entertainment and Communi‐...
Page 17 Cockpit At a glance All around the headliner Emergency Request 194 Reading lamps 94 Glass sunroof, powered 47 Interior lamps 94 Indicator lamp, front passenger airbag 97 Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 917 825 - II/13...
Page 18: Idrive
At a glance iDrive iDrive Vehicle equipment Control Display All standard, country-specific and optional Hints equipment that is offered in the model series is ▷ To clean the Control Display, follow the care described in this chapter. Therefore, equipment instructions. is also described that is not available in a vehicle, ▷...
Page 19 iDrive At a glance Press. Turn. Move in four directions. Press. Move in two directions. Buttons on controller Press the button Function MENU Open the main menu. RADIO Opens the Radio menu. MEDIA Opens the CD/Multimedia menu. Opens the Navigation menu.
Page 20 At a glance iDrive Menu items in the Owner's Manual Press the button Function In the Owner's Manual, menu items that can be BACK Open previous panel. selected are set in quotation marks, e.g., "Settings". OPTION Opens the Options menu. Changing between panels After a menu item is selected, e.g., "Radio", a Operating concept...
Page 21: Setting The Clock
iDrive At a glance The function is deactivated. Example: setting the clock Setting the clock Press the button. The main menu is displayed. Additional options: move the controller to the Turn the controller until "Settings" is high‐ right repeatedly until the "Options" menu is dis‐ lighted, and then press the controller.
Page 22 At a glance iDrive Telephone symbols Turn the controller until "Time:" is high‐ lighted, and then press the controller. Symbol Meaning Incoming or outgoing call. Missed call. Wireless network reception strength. Symbol flashes: network search. Wireless network is not available. Turn the controller to set the hours and Bluetooth is switched on.
Page 23: General Information
iDrive At a glance Split screen tions, phone numbers and entry points into the menu. General information The settings are stored for the remote control currently in use. Additional information can be displayed on the right side of the split screen, e.g., information Without navigation system and from the computer.
Page 24 At a glance iDrive Deleting the button assignments Entry comparison Press buttons 1 and 8 simultaneously for Entry of names and addresses: the selection is approx. five seconds. narrowed down every time a letter is entered and letters may be added automatically. "OK"...
Page 25: Voice Activation System
Voice activation system At a glance Voice activation system Vehicle equipment Wait for the signal. Say the command. All standard, country-specific and optional The command is displayed in the instrument equipment that is offered in the model series is cluster. described in this chapter.
Page 26: Adjusting The Volume
At a glance Voice activation system Setting the voice dialog List of short commands of the voice activation system, see Navigation, Entertainment, Com‐ You can set whether the system should use the munication Owner's Manual. standard dialog or a shorter version. Help dialog for the voice activation In the shorter variant of the voice dialog, the an‐...
Page 27 Voice activation system At a glance Environmental conditions ▷ Say the commands, numbers, and letters smoothly and with normal volume, empha‐ sis, and speed. ▷ Always say commands in the language of the voice activation system. ▷ Keep the doors, windows, and glass sunroof closed to prevent noise interference.
Page 28: Integrated Owner's Manual In The Vehicle
At a glance Integrated Owner's Manual in the vehicle Integrated Owner's Manual in the vehicle Vehicle equipment Select components All standard, country-specific and optional Press the button. equipment that is offered in the model series is Turn the controller: open "Vehicle Info". described in this chapter.
Page 29 Integrated Owner's Manual in the vehicle At a glance Opening via the iDrive Programmable memory buttons To move directly from the application on the General information Control Display to the options menu: The Owner's Manual can be stored on the pro‐ grammable memory buttons and called up di‐...
Page 30: Bmw Activehybrid
At a glance BMW ActiveHybrid BMW ActiveHybrid Vehicle equipment The current is stored in the high-voltage battery and is used to drive the electric motor. All standard, country-specific and optional The hybrid system combines the following func‐ equipment that is offered in the model series is tions: described in this chapter.
Page 31: Safety Information
BMW ActiveHybrid At a glance Driving with the combustion engine: combustion engine switched off. In this way, the DRIVE interior of the vehicle can be cooled for example during a break in the journey by residual cooling The combustion engine provides the drive or even before the trip by auxiliary air condition‐...
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Page 33 Controls This chapter is intended to provide you with information that will give you complete control of your vehicle. All features and accessories that are useful for driving and your safety, comfort and convenience are described here. Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 917 825 - II/13...
Page 34: Opening And Closing
Controls Opening and closing Opening and closing Vehicle equipment In addition, information about service require‐ ments is stored in the remote control, Service All standard, country-specific and optional data in the remote control, refer to page 181. equipment that is offered in the model series is described in this chapter.
Page 35: The Concept
Opening and closing Controls Starting the engine or activating engine Insert a battery of the same type with the readiness with emergency detection of positive side facing upwards. the remote control Press the cover closed. Take the used battery to a recycling cen‐ ter or to your service center.
Page 36: Profile Management
Controls Opening and closing Resetting profiles ▷ Via the USB interface for data transfer. The settings of the active profile are reset to Profile management their default values. Switch on the ignition. Opening the profiles "Settings" A different profile can be called up than the one associated with the remote control currently in "Profiles"...
Page 37: Central Locking System
Opening and closing Controls Using the guest profile ▷ Head-up Display: selection, brightness, po‐ sition and rotation of the display. The guest profile can be used to make individual settings without affecting the three Personal ▷ Headlamp courtesy delay feature: time set‐ Profiles.
Page 38: Using The Remote Control
Controls Opening and closing Opening and closing: from the ▷ Via the door handles of the driver's and front passenger doors. outside The following takes place simultaneously when locking/unlocking the vehicle via the remote Using the remote control control: General information ▷...
Page 39: Courtesy Lamps
Opening and closing Controls Press and hold the button on the re‐ Do not place the remote control in the mote control. cargo area Take the remote control with you and do not The windows and the glass sunroof open. leave it in the cargo area;...
Page 40 Controls Opening and closing Malfunction Using the door lock If the vehicle can no longer be locked or un‐ General information locked with the remote control, the battery may be discharged or there may be interference from external sources such as mobile phones, metal objects, overhead power lines, transmission towers, etc.
Page 41: Manual Operation
Opening and closing Controls The fuel filler flap can only be locked using the ▷ "Lock if no door opened" remote control. The vehicle locks automatically after a short period of time if a door is not Manual operation opened. If an electrical malfunction occurs, lock or unlock ▷...
Page 42: Emergency Unlocking
Controls Opening and closing Closing Emergency unlocking Recessed grips in the interior trim of the trunk Pull the handle inside the cargo area. lid make it easier to pull down the lid. The trunk lid unlocks. Keep the closing path clear Make sure that the closing path of the Comfort Access trunk lid is clear;...
Page 43 Opening and closing Controls Comparison with ordinary remote In addition to locking, the windows and the glass control sunroof are closed. The functions can be controlled by pressing the Monitor the closing process buttons of the remote control or Comfort Ac‐ Monitor the closing process to ensure that cess.
Page 44: Alarm System
Controls Opening and closing The hazard warning system flashes. ▷ Changes in the vehicle tilt, e.g., during at‐ tempts to steal a wheel or when towing the car. ▷ Interruptions in battery voltage. The alarm system briefly indicates tampering: ▷ By sounding an acoustic alarm.
Page 45: Panic Mode
Opening and closing Controls Panic mode Tilt alarm sensor You can trigger the alarm system if you find The tilt of the vehicle is monitored. yourself in a dangerous situation. The alarm system responds in situations such as attempts to steal a wheel or when the car is Press the button on the remote control towed.
Page 46 Controls Opening and closing Pinch protection system If the closing force exceeds a specific value as a window closes, the closing action is interrupted. The window reopens slightly. Danger of pinching even with pinch pro‐ tection Even with the pinch protection system, check that the window's closing path is clear;...
Page 47: Roller Sunblinds
Opening and closing Controls Glass sunroof, powered Switching on and off Press the button. General information The LED lights up if the safety function The glass sunroof is operational when the igni‐ is switched on. tion is switched on. Safety switch for rear operation Keep the closing path clear Press the safety switch when transporting Monitor the closing process and make...
Page 48 Controls Opening and closing The glass sunroof and sliding visor open au‐ Pinch protection is limited and the roof re‐ tomatically. Pressing the switch again stops opens slightly if the closing force exceeds a the opening motion. certain value. Press the switch forward again beyond the Analogously, the glass sunroof is closed by slid‐...
Page 49: Adjusting
Adjusting Controls Adjusting Vehicle equipment Manually adjustable seats All standard, country-specific and optional At a glance equipment that is offered in the model series is described in this chapter. Therefore, equipment is also described that is not available in a vehicle, e.
Page 50 Controls Adjusting Height Electrically adjustable seats At a glance Pull the lever and apply your weight to the seat or lift it off, as necessary. Seat and mirror memory Backrest width Backrest tilt Lumbar support Backrest tilt Forward/backward, height, seat tilt Note The seat setting for the driver's seat is stored for the remote control currently in use.
Page 51: Lumbar Support
Adjusting Controls Thigh support Height. Pull the lever at the front of the seat and adjust Seat tilt. the thigh support. Lumbar support The curvature of the seat backrest can be ad‐ justed in such a way that it supports the lumbar region of the spine.
Page 52: Safety Belts
Controls Adjusting Front seat heating If the drive is continued within approx. 15 mi‐ nutes, the seat heating is activated automati‐ cally with the temperature selected last. When ECO PRO, refer to page 160, is activated, the heater output is reduced. Switching off Press the button longer.
Page 53: Front Head Restraints
Adjusting Controls Putting on the belt above approx. 5 mph/8 km/h. It can also be ac‐ tivated if objects are placed on the front pas‐ Lay the belt, without twisting, snugly senger seat. across the lap and shoulders, as close to the body as possible.
Page 54: Adjusting The Height
Controls Adjusting Adjusting the height Pull the head restraint upward as far as pos‐ sible. ▷ To raise: pull. Press the button, arrow 1, and pull the head ▷ To lower: press the button, arrow 1, and restraint out completely. push the head restraint down.
Page 55: Seat And Mirror Memory
Adjusting Controls Adjusting the height Pull the head restraint upward as far as pos‐ sible. ▷ To raise: pull. Press the button, arrow 1, and pull the head ▷ To lower: press the button, arrow 1, and restraint out completely. push the head restraint down.
Page 56: Exterior Mirrors
Controls Adjusting Mirrors Press the button. The LED in the button lights up. Exterior mirrors Press the desired button 1 or 2. The LED goes out. At a glance If the M button is pressed accidentally: Press the button again. The LED goes out.
Page 57: Automatic Dimming Feature
Adjusting Controls Saving positions Automatic heating Seat and mirror memory, refer to page Both exterior mirrors are automatically heated whenever the engine is running. Adjusting manually Automatic dimming feature If an electrical malfunction occurs, for example, press the edges of the mirror glass. Both exterior mirrors are automatically dimmed.
Page 58: Steering Wheel
Controls Adjusting Functional requirement Switching on/off For proper operation: Press the button. ▷ Keep the photocells clean. ▷ On: the LED lights up. ▷ Do not cover the area between the inside rearview mirror and the windshield. ▷ Off: the LED goes out. Steering wheel General information Do not adjust while driving...
Page 59: Transporting Children Safely
Transporting children safely Controls Transporting children safely Vehicle equipment tomatic deactivation of front passenger airbags, refer to page 97. All standard, country-specific and optional equipment that is offered in the model series is Note described in this chapter. Therefore, equipment Deactivated front passenger airbags is also described that is not available in a vehicle, If a child restraint fixing system is used in...
Page 60: Child Seat Security
Controls Transporting children safely Child seat security Deactivating the front passenger airbags If a child restraint fixing system is used in the front passenger seat, the front passenger airbags must be deactivated; otherwise, there is an increased risk of injury to the child when the airbags are triggered, even with a child restraint fixing system.◀...
Page 61 Transporting children safely Controls Mounts for the lower LATCH anchors Mounting ISOFIX child restraint fixing systems The lower anchors may be used to attach the CRS to the vehicle seat up to a combined child Mount the child restraint fixing system; refer and CRS weight of 65 lb when the child is restr- to the user's manual of the system.
Page 62 Controls Transporting children safely Locking the doors and windows Rear doors Direction of travel Head restraint. Hook for upper retaining strap Mounting point/eye Push the locking lever on the rear doors down. Rear window shelf The door can now be opened from the outside Seat backrest only.
Page 63: Driving
Driving Controls Driving Vehicle equipment ▷ Shortly before the battery is discharged completely, so that the engine can still be All standard, country-specific and optional started. equipment that is offered in the model series is described in this chapter. Therefore, equipment Ignition on is also described that is not available in a vehicle, Press the Start/Stop button, and do not press on...
Page 64 Controls Driving Drive readiness in detail Transmission position P with the ignition General information When the ignition is switched off, position P is engaged automatically. When in an automatic Do not leave the vehicle unattended car wash, for example, ensure that the ignition is Do not leave the vehicle unattended with not switched off accidentally.◀...
Page 65 Driving Controls Starting the combustion engine Deactivating drive readiness After parking the vehicle, you may hear noises Enclosed areas due to operation of the hybrid system, such as Do not let the engine run in enclosed for cooling of the high-voltage battery. areas;...
Page 66: Safety Mode
Controls Driving Electric driving: eDRIVE cal system, for instance due to a high load from automatic climate control. Requirements ▷ The interior is in the heating or cooling phase. Electric driving is possible under the following conditions: ▷ The engine compartment lid is unlocked. ▷...
Page 67: Parking Brake
Driving Controls Energy recovery: CHARGE Automatic start while driving The combustion engine is automatically started The hybrid system makes it possible to convert under the following conditions while driving: kinetic energy into electrical power when brak‐ ▷ Transmission position M/S is engaged. ing and coasting.
Page 68: Headlamp Flasher
Controls Driving Hints Unusually rapid flashing of the indicator lamp in‐ dicates that a turn signal bulb has failed. Use while driving If on a rare occasion it is necessary to use Triple turn signal activation the parking brake while driving, do not use ex‐ Press the lever to the resistance point.
Page 69 Driving Controls Washer/wiper system Switching off and brief wipe Switching the wipers on/off and brief wipe Do not switch on the wipers if frozen Do not switch on the wipers if they are fro‐ zen onto the windshield; otherwise, the wiper blades and the windshield wiper motor may be damaged.◀...
Page 70: Windshield Washer Nozzles
Controls Driving Deactivate the rain sensor in car washes Avoid using the washer when the reservoir is empty; otherwise, you could damage the Deactivate the rain sensor when passing pump.◀ through an automatic car wash; otherwise, dam‐ age could be caused by undesired wiper activa‐ Windshield washer nozzles tion.◀...
Page 71: Automatic Transmission With
Follow the usage D Drive, automatic position instructions on the washer fluid container. Use Position for normal vehicle operation. All for‐ BMW’s Windshield Washer Concentrate or the ward gears are available. equivalent.◀ R is Reverse Washer fluid reservoir Select only when the vehicle is stationary.
Page 72: Engaging The Transmission Position
Controls Driving Engaging the transmission position Engaging P ▷ Transmission position P can only be disen‐ gaged if the engine is running and the brake pedal is pressed. ▷ With the vehicle stationary, press on the brake pedal before shifting out of P or N; otherwise, the shift command will not be executed: shift lock.
Page 73 Driving Controls Shift paddles for Sport automatic The engaged gear is displayed in the instrument transmission cluster, e.g., M1. Once maximum engine speed is attained, M/S manual mode is automatically upshifted as needed. Switching to manual mode ▷ To shift down: press the selector lever for‐ ward.
Page 74: Displays
Controls Displays Displays Vehicle equipment is also described that is not available in a vehicle, e. g., because of the selected optional equip‐ All standard, country-specific and optional ment or country variant. This also applies for equipment that is offered in the model series is safety-related functions and systems.
Page 75: Check Control
Displays Controls Electronic displays Overview, instrument cluster with enhanced features Time 78 Navigation display, see user's manual for Navigation, Entertainment and Communi‐ External temperature 78 cation. Date 78 Transmission display 73 Selection list, such as for the radio 84 PRO 160 Speed limit detection 82 Hybrid displays 79 Computer 84 Messages, e.g., Check Control 75...
Page 76 Controls Displays Indicator/warning lamps Symbol Function or system Cruise control Lane departure warning DSC Dynamic Stability Control The indicator and warning lamps can light up in DSC Dynamic Stability Control is de‐ a variety of combinations and colors. activated or DTC Dynamic Traction Control is activated Several of the lamps are checked for proper functioning and light up temporarily when the...
Page 77: Text Messages
Displays Controls Text messages These messages can be hidden for approx. 8 seconds. After this time, they are dis‐ Text messages in combination with a symbol in played again automatically. the instrument cluster explain a Check Control message and the meaning of the indicator and ▷...
Page 78: Engine Oil Temperature
Controls Displays Engine oil temperature External temperature ▷ Cold engine: the pointer is at External temperature warning the low temperature end. If the indicator drops to Drive at moderate engine and +37 ℉/+3 ℃, a signal sounds. vehicle speeds. A Check Control message is dis‐ ▷...
Page 79 Displays Controls High-voltage battery charge indicator ▷ When a dynamic driving style is used, such as when cornering quickly, operation of the engine is not always ensured. The Check Control message appears continu‐ ously below a range of approx. 30 miles/50 km. Refuel promptly Refuel no later than at a range of 30 miles/50 km, or operation of the engine is not...
Page 80 Controls Displays Acceleration boost: eBOOST Hybrid system utilization eBOOST: when the electric motor is delivering Gray bars show the combustion engine fuel con‐ maximum output, eBOOST is displayed. sumption, arrow 1. Blue bars show the percent‐ age of hybrid system functions utilized, arrow 2. One bar stands for one minute.
Page 81: Current Fuel Consumption
Displays Controls Instrument cluster with enhanced the combustion engine upon reaching the des‐ features tination zone even before reaching the destina‐ tion. The vehicle is powered only by the electric Display in the instrument cluster motor. with expanded scope. The symbol indicates that the vehicle will switch off the combustion engine when it enters the destination zone.
Page 82 Controls Displays Symbols "Date:" Adjust the settings. Symbols Description Confirm. Green: maintenance was per‐ The entered date is stored. formed on schedule. Automatic Service Request Yellow: maintenance was per‐ Data regarding the service status or legally man‐ formed late. dated inspections of the vehicle are automati‐ cally transmitted to your service center before a Maintenance was not per‐...
Page 83 Displays Controls Display ▷ Where there are railroad crossings, highway markings or other situations where no sig‐ The following is displayed in the instrument nage is present, but passing would not be cluster. permitted. Speed limit detection Hints Current speed limit. Speed limits when towing a trailer are not shown.
Page 84: Computer
Controls Displays Activating a list and adjusting the ▷ If the speed limits stored in the navigation setting system are incorrect. ▷ In areas not covered by the navigation sys‐ tem. ▷ When roads differ from the navigation, such as due to changes in the road network. ▷...
Page 85: Information At A Glance
Displays Controls Information at a glance If there is only enough fuel left for less than 45 miles/80 km, the color of the display changes. Repeatedly pressing the button on the turn sig‐ nal lever calls up the following information on the Average fuel consumption info display: This is calculated for the period during which the...
Page 86: Trip Computer
Controls Displays Displaying, setting or changing the Resetting the trip computer limit "Vehicle Info" "Settings" "Trip computer" "Speed" "Reset": all values are reset. "Warning at:" "Automatically reset": all values are reset approx. 4 hours after the vehicle comes to a standstill.
Page 87 Displays Controls Sport displays Turn the controller until the desired minutes are displayed. In the Control Display, the current system values Press the controller. of hybrid operation for power and torque can be The time is stored. displayed. Setting the time format Displaying sport displays in the Control Display "Settings"...
Page 88 Controls Displays Language Brightness Setting the language Setting the brightness To set the language on the Control Display: To set the brightness of the Control Display: "Settings" "Settings" "Language/Units" "Control display" "Language:" "Brightness" Select the desired language. Turn the controller until the desired bright‐ ness is set.
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Page 90: Lamps
Controls Lamps Lamps Vehicle equipment If the driver door is opened with the ignition switched off, the exterior lighting is automati‐ All standard, country-specific and optional cally switched off at these switch settings. equipment that is offered in the model series is described in this chapter.
Page 91: Daytime Running Lights
Lamps Controls Headlamp courtesy delay feature Daytime running lights The low beams stay lit for a short while if the With the ignition switched on, the daytime run‐ headlamp flasher is switched on after the igni‐ ning lights light up in position 0, tion is switched off.
Page 92: Adaptive Light Control
Controls Lamps Switching off and off or suppresses the light in the areas that blind oncoming traffic. The procedure is con‐ Briefly press the lever to the resistance point in trolled by a sensor on the front of the interior the opposite direction.
Page 93: Fog Lamps
Lamps Controls Switching the high beams on and off ▷ When the windshield in front of the interior manually rearview mirror is fogged over, dirty or cov‐ ered with stickers, etc. Camera ▷ High beams on, arrow 1. ▷ High beams off/headlamp flasher, arrow 2. The camera is located near the base of the mir‐...
Page 94: Interior Lamps
Controls Lamps Interior lamps Selecting color scheme "Settings" General information "Lighting" The interior lamps, footwell lamps, entry lamps "Ambient:" and courtesy lamps are controlled automati‐ cally. The brightness of some of these lamps is influ‐ enced by the thumbwheel for the instrument lighting.
Page 95: Safety
Safety Controls Safety Vehicle equipment is also described that is not available in a vehicle, e. g., because of the selected optional equip‐ All standard, country-specific and optional ment or country variant. This also applies for equipment that is offered in the model series is safety-related functions and systems.
Page 96 Controls Safety Protective action ▷ Never modify either the individual compo‐ nents or the wiring in the airbag system. This Airbags are not triggered in every impact situa‐ also applies to steering wheel covers, the tion, e.g., in less severe accidents or rear-end dashboard, the seats, the roof pillars and the collisions.
Page 97: Deactivation System
Safety Controls When there is a malfunction, have the air‐ less they are specifically recommended by bag system checked immediately the manufacturer of your vehicle. When there is a malfunction, have the airbag ▷ Do not place any electronic devices on the system checked immediately;...
Page 98: Tire Pressure Monitor Tpm
Controls Safety sure that the indicator lamp for the front pas‐ a significant loss of pressure in one or more tires. senger airbags lights up. This indicates that the For this purpose, sensors in the tire valves child seat has been detected and the front pas‐ measure the tire pressure and tire temperature.
Page 99 Safety Controls One wheel is yellow ▷ There is a flat tire or a major loss in tire in‐ flation pressure. A flat tire or major drop in inflation pressure in the indicated tire. ▷ A reset of the system was not carried out af‐ ter a wheel was changed.
Page 100 Controls Safety Run-flat tires A loss of tire inflation pressure results in a change in the handling characteristics, e.g., re‐ Maximum speed duced lane stability during braking, a longer braking distance and altered self-steering prop‐ You can continue driving with a damaged tire at erties.◀...
Page 101 Safety Controls ▷ A wheel without TPM electronics is fitted: the system detects a malfunction, the telltale will have the service center check it if necessary. flash for approximately one minute and then re‐ main continuously illuminated. This sequence ▷ Malfunction: have the system checked by will continue upon subsequent vehicle start-ups your service center.
Page 102 Controls Safety "Vehicle status" When a flat tire is indicated, DSC Dynamic Sta‐ bility Control is switched on if necessary. "Flat Tire Monitor" The status is displayed. System limits Sudden tire damage Initialization Sudden serious tire damage caused by The initialization process adopts the set inflation external influences cannot be indicated in ad‐...
Page 103: Collision Warning
Safety Controls Continued driving with a flat tire Final tire failure If continuing to drive with a damaged tire: Vibrations or loud noises while driving can indicate the final failure of the tire. Reduce speed Avoid sudden braking and steering maneu‐ and stop;...
Page 104 Controls Safety Acute warning Warning stages Warning of the imminent danger of a collision Symbol Measure when the vehicle approaches another vehicle at a relatively high differential speed. The vehicle lights up red: prewarn‐ ing. Switching the warning function on/off Increase distance.
Page 105: Functional Limitations
Safety Controls Functional limitations country-specific version of the vehicle, the speed is between 35 mph/55 km/h and The system may not be fully functional in the 45 mph/70 km/h. When switching on the system following situations: below this speed, a message appears in the in‐ ▷...
Page 106 Controls Safety Camera ▷ When using the turn signal. System limits The system may not be fully functional in the following situations: ▷ In heavy fog, rain or snowfall. ▷ In the event of worn, poorly visible, merging, diverging, or multiple lane markings such as in construction areas.
Page 107: Radar Sensors
Safety Controls The lamp in the exterior mirror housing lights up Press the button. dimly. ▷ On: the LED lights up. Before you change lanes after setting the turn ▷ Off: the LED goes out. signal, the system issues a warning in the situa‐ tions described above.
Page 108: Brake Force Display
Controls Safety Active Protection A Check Control message is displayed when the system is not fully functional. General information For US owners only The Active Protection safety package consists The transmitter and receiver units comply with of systems that are independent of each other: part 15 of the FCC/Federal Communication ▷...
Page 109 Safety Controls PreCrash After travel has begun, the system is trained about the driver, so that increasing lack of alert‐ The concept ness or fatigue can be detected. This procedure takes the following criteria into The system is used to detect critical driving sit‐ account: uations that might lead to an accident.
Page 110 Controls Safety If the belt tension does not loosen automatically, stop the vehicle and unbuckle the belt using the red button in the buckle. Fasten the belt before continuing on your trip. PostCrash If an accident above a certain degree of severity, the system automatically brakes the vehicle to a standstill.
Page 111: Driving Stability Control Systems
Driving stability control systems Controls Driving stability control systems Vehicle equipment to physical limits, DSC helps to keep the vehicle on a steady course by reducing engine speed All standard, country-specific and optional and by applying brakes at individual wheels. equipment that is offered in the model series is Adjust your driving style to the situation described in this chapter.
Page 112 Controls Driving stability control systems Indicator/warning lamps Deactivating DTC When DSC is deactivated, DSC OFF is dis‐ Press the button again. played in the instrument cluster. TRACTION and the DSC OFF indicator The indicator lamp lights up: DSC is de‐ lamp go out.
Page 113: Driving Dynamics Control
Driving stability control systems Controls This results in a sporty steering response. In ad‐ tivated. Driving stability is limited during dition, it becomes easier to steer during parking acceleration and when driving in bends. and maneuvering. SPORT+ Sporty driving with optimized chassis and Driving Dynamics Control adapted engine control with limited driving sta‐...
Page 114 Controls Driving stability control systems Configuring SPORT Activating ECO PRO When the display is activated on the Control Press button repeatedly until ECO PRO Display, refer to page 114, the SPORT driving is displayed in the instrument cluster. mode can be set to individual specifications. ▷...
Page 115: Drive-Off Assistant
Driving stability control systems Controls Drive-off assistant This system supports driving away on gradients. The parking brake is not required. Hold the vehicle in place with the foot brake. Release the foot brake and drive away with‐ out delay. After the foot brake is released, the vehicle is held in place for approx.
Page 116: Driving Comfort
Controls Driving comfort Driving comfort Vehicle equipment Controls All standard, country-specific and optional At a glance equipment that is offered in the model series is described in this chapter. Therefore, equipment is also described that is not available in a vehicle, e.
Page 117 Driving comfort Controls Interrupting the system Changing/maintaining speed The rocker switch can be pressed while the sys‐ When active, press the button. tem is interrupted in order to maintain and store the current speed. The system is automatically interrupted if: Adapting the desired speed ▷...
Page 118: Pdc Park Distance Control
Controls Driving comfort The stored speed is reached and maintained. An acoustic warning is first given: ▷ By the front middle sensors and the two cor‐ Displays in the instrument cluster ner sensors at approx. 24 in/60 cm. ▷ By the rear middle sensors at approx. Indicator lamp 5 ft/1.50 m.
Page 119 Driving comfort Controls Switching on/off If objects are located both in front of and behind the vehicle, an alternating continuous signal is Switching on automatically sounded. Select transmission position R with the engine The intermittent tone is interrupted after approx. running.
Page 120 Controls Driving comfort System limits To ensure full operability: ▷ Keep the sensors clean and free of ice. Limits of ultrasonic measurement ▷ When using high-pressure washers, do not The detection of objects can reach the physical spray the sensors for long periods and main‐ limits of ultrasonic measurement, e.g.: tain a distance of at least 12 in/30 cm.
Page 121 Driving comfort Controls At a glance Switching on/off manually Press the button. Button in the vehicle ▷ On: the LED lights up. ▷ Off: the LED goes out. The PDC is shown on the Control Display. Switch on the backup camera via the iDrive, refer to page 119.
Page 122 Controls Driving comfort Pathway lines Obstacle marking ▷ Can be shown in the backup camera image ▷ Spatially-shaped markings can be shown in when in transmission position R. the backup camera image. ▷ Help you to estimate the space required Their colored steps match the markings of the when parking and maneuvering on level PDC.
Page 123: Display Settings
Driving comfort Controls Display settings Notes Check the traffic situation as well Brightness Check the traffic situation around the ve‐ With the backup camera switched on: hicle with your own eyes. Otherwise, an accident could result from road users or objects located Select the symbol.
Page 124 Controls Driving comfort The Top View and PDC images are displayed if the system is switched on via iDrive. Automatic deactivation during forward travel The system switches off when a certain driving distance or speed is exceeded. Switch the system back on if necessary. The display appears as soon as Top View is ac‐...
Page 125: Side View
Driving comfort Controls At a glance The pathway line is dependent on the cur‐ rent steering angle and is continuously ad‐ Button in the vehicle justed with the steering wheel movement. "Parking aid lines" Turning circle and pathway lines are displayed. System limits Top View cannot be used in the following situa‐...
Page 126: Head-Up Display
Controls Driving comfort Head-up Display Switch the system back on if necessary. Display The concept The traffic area to the left and right is displayed on the Control Display. This system projects important information into the driver's field of vision, e.g., the speed. Guidelines at the bottom of the image show the In this way, the driver can get information with‐...
Page 127: Parking Assistant
Driving comfort Controls Setting the rotation ▷ Cruise control. ▷ Selection list from the instrument cluster. "Settings" Some of this information is only displayed briefly "Head-Up Display" as needed. "Rotation" Turn the controller. Selecting displays in the Head-up The setting is stored for the remote control cur‐ Display rently in use.
Page 128 Controls Driving comfort A component of the parking assistant is the PDC ▷ Maximum distance to row of parked vehi‐ Park Distance Control, refer to page 118. cles: 5 ft/1.5 m. ▷ When parking in parking spaces on the driv‐ Notes er's side, the corresponding turn signal must be set.
Page 129 Driving comfort Controls Without Professional navigation To ensure full operability: system or TV: system status ▷ Keep the sensors clean and free of ice. ▷ When using high-pressure washers, do not spray the sensors for long periods and main‐ tain a distance of at least 12 in/30 cm. Switching on/off Switching on with the button Press the button.
Page 130 Controls Driving comfort With Professional navigation system or The status of the parking space search is in‐ TV: system status dicated on the Control Display. Follow the instructions on the Control Dis‐ play. To achieve the best possible parking posi‐ tion, wait for the automatic steering wheel movement after the gear change when the vehicle is stationary.
Page 131 Driving comfort Controls Resume The parking assistant may identify parking spaces that are not suitable for parking. An interrupted parking procedure can be con‐ tinued if necessary. Malfunction Follow the instructions on the Control Display to A Check Control message is displayed. do this.
Page 132: Climate Control
Controls Climate control Climate control Vehicle equipment is also described that is not available in a vehicle, e. g., because of the selected optional equip‐ All standard, country-specific and optional ment or country variant. This also applies for equipment that is offered in the model series is safety-related functions and systems.
Page 133: Maximum Cooling
Climate control Controls Climate control functions in detail Maximum cooling Press the button. Temperature The system is set to the lowest tem‐ Turn the wheel to set the desired perature, maximum air flow and recirculated-air temperature. mode. Air flows out of the vents for the upper body re‐ gion.
Page 134: Rear Window Defroster
Controls Climate control side air and controls the shutoff automati‐ The rear window defroster switches off auto‐ cally. matically after a certain period of time. ▷ Right LED on, recirculated-air mode: the supply of outside air into the vehicle is per‐ Defrosting windows and removing manently blocked.
Page 135 Climate control Controls Ventilation ▷ Thumbwheel to vary the temperature, ar‐ row 2. Front ventilation Toward blue: colder. Toward red: warmer. ▷ Lever for changing the air flow direction, ar‐ row 3. Parked-car ventilation The concept The parked-car ventilation ventilates the vehicle ▷...
Page 136: Remote Control
Controls Climate control Auxiliary air conditioning The symbol on the automatic climate control flashes when the system has been switched on. The concept The system will only be switched on within the next 24 hours. After that, it needs to reactivated. To cool the heated passenger compartment im‐...
Page 137 Climate control Controls Switching on Press the button on the remote control for approx. 1 second. You can hear that the air conditioning starts to run. The symbol is displayed on the air condition‐ ing system. Switching off The function switches off automatically after ap‐ prox.
Page 138: Interior Equipment
Controls Interior equipment Interior equipment Vehicle equipment patible with the integrated universal remote control. All standard, country-specific and optional If you have any questions, please contact: equipment that is offered in the model series is ▷ Your service center. described in this chapter. Therefore, equipment is also described that is not available in a vehicle, ▷...
Page 139 Interior equipment Controls rearview mirror. The required distance de‐ For systems with an alternating-code system, pends on the manual transmitter. the integrated universal remote control and the system also have to be synchronized. Simultaneously press and hold the button of the desired function on the hand-held trans‐...
Page 140: Digital Compass
Controls Interior equipment Digital compass can then be controlled by the button on the interior rearview mirror. At a glance If the LED does not flash faster after at least 60 seconds, change the distance and repeat the step. Several more attempts at different distances may be necessary.
Page 141: Setting The Language
Interior equipment Controls World map with magnetic zones Procedure Procedure Press and hold the control button for approx. Make sure that there are no large metallic 3 to 4 seconds. The number of the set com‐ objects or overhead power lines near the ve‐ pass zone appears in the mirror.
Page 142 Controls Interior equipment The setting is stored automatically after approx‐ imately 10 seconds. Ashtray/cigarette lighter Ashtray Opening The lighter is located next to the ashtray. Push in the lighter. The lighter can be removed as soon as it pops back out. Connecting electrical devices Raise cover.
Page 143 Interior equipment Controls Front center console In the cargo area Raise the cap and remove the cover or cigarette The socket is located on the left side in the cargo lighter. area. In the front passenger footwell USB interface for data transfer The concept Connection for importing and exporting data on...
Page 144 Controls Interior equipment With Professional navigation system or middle section is folded down. Otherwise, injury TV: at a glance or damage may result.◀ Lock the rear seat backrests in position Before mounting child restraint fixing sys‐ tems, place the seat backrest as far as possible at an angle at which the child seat is resting firmly against the backrest and all backrests can be locked securely in place.
Page 145 Interior equipment Controls Folding down the middle section Pull the corresponding lever in the cargo area to release the rear seat backrest. Fold in the middle head restraint. Reach into the recess and pull the middle section forward. The unlocked rear seat backrest moves for‐ ward slightly.
Page 146: Storage Compartments
Controls Storage compartments Storage compartments Vehicle equipment ▷ Compartments in the doors, refer to page 147. All standard, country-specific and optional ▷ Nets on the backrests of the front seats. equipment that is offered in the model series is described in this chapter. Therefore, equipment is also described that is not available in a vehicle, Glove compartment e.
Page 147: Front Storage Compartment
Storage compartments Controls Front storage compartment Front passenger side Opening Raise the lid to open it. Pull the handle. The light in the glove compartment switches on. Compartments in the doors The net in the glove compartment is provided Do not stow any breakable objects for stowing the storage tray for the cupholder, refer to page 148.
Page 148: Clothes Hooks
Controls Storage compartments Connection for an external audio into the net so that the top surface faces up. device Note the trapezoidal shape of the net and tray. Rear For a description, see the user's In the center armrest. manual for Navigation, Entertain‐ ment and Communication.
Page 149: Storage Compartment
Storage compartments Controls Storage compartments in the Floor net cargo area The floor net can also be used to Secure the load, refer to page 157, and to store small parts. Storage compartment Storage compartment under cargo A storage compartment is located on the left floor panel side.
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Page 151: Driving Tips
Driving tips This chapter provides you with information useful in dealing with specific driving and operating modes. Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 917 825 - II/13...
Page 152: Things To Remember When Driving
Driving tips Things to remember when driving Things to remember when driving Vehicle equipment Brake system Brakes require an initial break-in period of ap‐ All standard, country-specific and optional prox. 300 miles/500 km to achieve optimized equipment that is offered in the model series is contact and wear patterns between brake discs described in this chapter.
Page 153 Things to remember when driving Driving tips When coasting to a halt without pressing the The combustion engine is switched on or brake pedal. over automatically by the hybrid system. ▷ Driving with constant speed: The electric motor relieves the combustion engine periodically by also being switched Discharge of the high-voltage battery In normal operation, a sufficient charging of the...
Page 154: General Driving Notes
Driving tips Things to remember when driving Mobile communication devices in the Press and hold down brake pedal. vehicle Use the accelerator pedal to maintain an en‐ gine speed of approx. 2,000 rpm. Mobile communication devices in the ve‐ hicle After a few minutes, the high-voltage battery is fully charged again.
Page 155: Driving In Wet Conditions
Things to remember when driving Driving tips Applying the brakes fully is the most effective You can increase the engine's braking effect by way of braking in situations when this is neces‐ shifting down, going all the way to first gear, if sary.
Page 156: Loading
Driving tips Loading Loading Vehicle equipment hicle and unstable driving situations may result. All standard, country-specific and optional Determine the combined weight of the equipment that is offered in the model series is driver and passengers that will be riding in described in this chapter.
Page 157: Stowing Cargo
Loading Driving tips Stowing cargo ▷ The cover of the high-voltage battery is lo‐ cated in the trunk. Do not remove the cover to stow luggage. ▷ Cover sharp edges and corners on the cargo. ▷ Heavy cargo: stow as far forward as possi‐ ble, directly behind and at the bottom of the Hook the floor net into the fittings in the cargo rear passenger seat backrests.
Page 158 Driving tips Loading Roof drip rail with flaps The anchorage points are located in the roof drip rail above the doors. Fold the cover outward. Loading Be sure that adequate clearance is maintained for tilting and opening the glass sunroof. Because roof racks raise the vehicle's center of gravity when loaded, they have a major effect on vehicle handling and steering response.
Page 159: Saving Fuel
Saving fuel Driving tips Saving fuel Vehicle equipment Close the windows and glass sunroof All standard, country-specific and optional equipment that is offered in the model series is Driving with the glass sunroof and windows described in this chapter. Therefore, equipment open results in increased air resistance and is also described that is not available in a vehicle, raises fuel consumption.
Page 160 On a downhill gradient, take your foot off the ac‐ ice center. celerator and let the vehicle roll. Please also note the BMW Maintenance Sys‐ The flow of fuel is interrupted while coasting. tem, refer to page 181. Switch off the engine during...
Page 161: Driving Style
Saving fuel Driving tips Configuring ECO PRO The outputs of the seat heater and the exterior mirror heating are also reduced. Via the Driving Dynamics Control The exterior mirror heating is made available Activate ECO PRO. when outside temperatures are very cold. "Configure ECO PRO"...
Page 162 Driving tips Saving fuel Indications on the Control Display ▷ Blue display: efficient driving style as long as the mark moves within the blue range. Displaying ECO PRO Tips ▷ Gray display: adjust driving style, e. g. by backing off the accelerator pedal. ECO PRO Tips can be displayed while driving either in the hybrid display or in the energy flow The display switches to blue as soon as all con‐...
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Page 165: Mobility
Mobility To ensure that you remain mobile at all times, this chapter supplies you with important information on the topics of fuels and lubricants, wheels and tires, service, maintenance, and Roadside Assistance. Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 917 825 - II/13...
Page 166: Refueling
Mobility Refueling Refueling Vehicle equipment Turn the fuel cap counterclockwise. All standard, country-specific and optional equipment that is offered in the model series is described in this chapter. Therefore, equipment is also described that is not available in a vehicle, e.
Page 167 Refueling Mobility Open the cover on the right side trim. To do this, reach behind the top part of the trim and pull. Pull the green knob with the fuel pump sym‐ bol. This releases the fuel filler flap. Observe the following when refueling The fuel tank is full when the filler nozzle clicks off the first time.
Page 168: Vehicle Equipment
Mobility Fuel Fuel Vehicle equipment Recommended fuel quality BMW recommends AKI 91. All standard, country-specific and optional equipment that is offered in the model series is Minimum fuel grade described in this chapter. Therefore, equipment BMW recommends AKI 89. is also described that is not available in a vehicle, e.
Page 169: Wheels And Tires
Wheels and tires Mobility Wheels and tires Vehicle equipment Pressure specifications The tire inflation pressure table, refer to All standard, country-specific and optional page 170, contains all pressure specifications equipment that is offered in the model series is for the specified tire sizes at the ambient tem‐ described in this chapter.
Page 170 Tire inflation pressures at max. speeds 100 mph/160 km/h above 100 mph/160 km/h Speeds above 100 mph/160 km/h ActiveHybrid 3 In order to drive at maximum speeds in ex‐ cess of 100 mph/160 km/h, please observe, and, Tire size Pressure specifications...
Page 171: Tire Identification Marks
Wheels and tires Mobility Tire size Pressure specifications Tire size Pressure specifications in bar/PSI in bar/PSI Front: 225/35 R 20 2.9 /42 Front: 225/35 R 20 2.9 /42 90 Y XL RSC 90 Y XL RSC 3.4 / 49 3.4 / 49 Rear: 255/30 R 20 Rear: 255/30 R 20 92 Y XL RSC...
Page 172: Uniform Tire Quality Grading
Mobility Wheels and tires Tire age ces of asphalt and concrete. A tire marked C may have poor traction performance. DOT … 3510: the tire was manufactured in the 35th week in 2010. The traction grade assigned to this tire is based on straight-ahead braking traction tests, and Recommendation does not include acceleration, cornering, hydro‐...
Page 173: Tire Tread
Wheels and tires Mobility Tire tread between the wheel and the road. Be careful to avoid road hazards and reduce your speed, es‐ pecially if your vehicle is equipped with low-pro‐ Summer tires file tires. Do not drive with a tire tread depth of less than Indications of tire damage or other vehicle de‐...
Page 174: Wheel And Tire Combination
Mobility Wheels and tires Wheel and tire combination New tires Information on the correct wheel-tire combina‐ Due to technical factors associated with their tion and rim versions for your vehicle can be ob‐ manufacture, tires do not achieve their full trac‐ tained from your service center.
Page 175: Snow Chains
Wheels and tires Mobility Changing run-flat tires case of a flat tire. Your service center will be glad to advise you. For your own safety, only use run-flat tires. No spare tire is available in the case of a flat tire. Your Rotating wheels between axles service center will be glad to advise you.
Page 176: Engine Compartment
Mobility Engine compartment Engine compartment Vehicle equipment is also described that is not available in a vehicle, e. g., because of the selected optional equip‐ All standard, country-specific and optional ment or country variant. This also applies for equipment that is offered in the model series is safety-related functions and systems.
Page 177: Closing The Hood
Engine compartment Mobility Hood Indicator/warning lamps When the hood is opened, a Check Control mes‐ Hints sage is displayed. Working in the engine compartment Closing the hood Never attempt to perform any service or repair operations on your vehicle without the necessary professional technical training.
Page 178: Engine Oil
Mobility Engine oil Engine oil Vehicle equipment "Engine oil level" All standard, country-specific and optional Oil level display messages equipment that is offered in the model series is Different messages appear on the display de‐ described in this chapter. Therefore, equipment pending on the oil level.
Page 179: Filler Neck
Some types of oils in some cases are not avail‐ able in all countries. Adding engine oil Approved oil types Filler neck Gasoline engine BMW High Performance SAE 5W-30 BMW Longlife-01 BMW Longlife-01 FE Additional information about the approved types of oils can be requested from the service center.
Page 180: Adding Engine Oil
Mobility Coolant Coolant Vehicle equipment Adding engine oil Let the engine cool. All standard, country-specific and optional Turn the cap of the coolant reservoir slightly equipment that is offered in the model series is counterclockwise to allow any excess pres‐ described in this chapter.
Page 181: Maintenance
This also applies for changing the engine oil and the microfilter/acti‐ safety-related functions and systems. vated-charcoal filter. BMW Maintenance System Service history The maintenance system directs you to re‐ Perform maintenance work at the service center quired maintenance measures and thereby sup‐...
Page 182 Mobility Maintenance Socket for OBD Onboard Diagnosis Position There is an OBD socket on the driver's side for checking the primary components in the vehicle emissions. Emissions ▷ The warning lamp lights up: Emissions are deteriorating. Have the vehicle checked as soon as pos‐ sible.
Page 183: Replacing Components
Replacing components Mobility Replacing components Vehicle equipment Squeeze the retainer spring, arrow 1, and fold up the wiper blade, arrow 2. All standard, country-specific and optional equipment that is offered in the model series is described in this chapter. Therefore, equipment is also described that is not available in a vehicle, e.
Page 184: Front Lamps/Bulb Replacement
Mobility Replacing components Working on the lighting system If the headlamps do not dim despite driving with the light switched on, increasing humidity forms, When working on the lighting system, you e. g. water droplets in the light, have the service should always switch off the lights affected to center check this.
Page 185 Replacing components Mobility Turn signal Low beams 21-watt bulb, PY21W 55-watt bulb, H7 If necessary, pull the inside trim of the wheel Turn the cap counterclockwise and remove. house slightly inward. Turn the bulb holder counterclockwise and remove. Tilt the bulb down and then up to loosen it from the holder and remove.
Page 186 Mobility Replacing components Accessing the daytime running lights, high High beams/headlamp flasher beams/headlamp flasher and parking lamps 55-watt bulb, H7 Follow the general instructions on lamps and Tilt the bulb down and then up to loosen it bulbs, refer to page 183. from the holder and remove.
Page 187 Due to the high voltage present in the system, there is the danger of fatal injuries if work is carried out improperly.◀ For checking and adjusting headlamp aim, please contact your BMW center. Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 917 825 - II/13...
Page 188 Mobility Replacing components 21-watt bulb, PY21W Carefully raise the wheel house panel, ar‐ row 2. In the wheel house, loosen the two brackets and remove the cover. Pull off the bulb connector, arrow 1. Turn the bulb, arrow 2. If necessary, pull the inside trim of the wheel house slightly inward.
Page 189 Replacing components Mobility Tail lamps, bulb replacement Removing the exterior tail lamp Open trunk lid. At a glance Use the screwdriver from the onboard vehi‐ cle tool kit to loosen the screw, arrow 1, and remove the cover, arrow 2. Turn signal Reversing lamp Inside brake lamp...
Page 190 Mobility Replacing components Remove the connecting line from the clip on ponent, arrow 2. Make sure that the tail lamp the bulb holder. engages in the rubber mount. Release the catch at the top on the connec‐ tor of the connecting line and remove the connector from the bulb holder.
Page 191: Changing Wheels
Replacing components Mobility Changing wheels Replacing the reversing lamp and inner brake lamp Notes Loosen the two fasteners, arrow 1 and pull down on the lamp holder to remove, arrow 2. The vehicle equipment does not include a spare tire. When using run-flat tires or tire sealants, a tire does not need to be changed immediately in the event of pressure loss due to a flat tire.
Page 192: Battery Replacement
Mobility Replacing components Battery replacement ▷ Seat and mirror memory: store the positions again. Use approved vehicle batteries only ▷ Time: update. Only use vehicle batteries that have been ▷ Date: update. approved for your vehicle by the manufacturer; otherwise, the vehicle could be damaged and ▷...
Page 193: In The Engine Compartment
Replacing components Mobility In the engine compartment In the cargo area Use the onboard vehicle tool kit to loosen the three cover screws, arrow 1. Raise the cargo floor panel. Pull up the holder, arrow 2. Remove the cover from one side, arrow 3. Press the four fasteners and remove the cover.
Page 194: Breakdown Assistance
Service contract Hazard warning flashers ▷ After your contract with BMW Assist has ex‐ pired, the BMW Assist system can be deac‐ tivated by the service center without you having to visit a workshop. After deactivation, an Emergency Request is no longer possible.
Page 195: First Aid Kit
BMW Response Center, the BMW Re‐ sponse Center contacts you and takes fur‐ ther steps to help you. Even if you are unable to respond, the BMW Response Center can take further steps to help you under certain circumstances.
Page 196 Open the cover of the BMW starting aid ter‐ minal. Attach one terminal clamp of the positive jumper cable to the positive terminal of the battery, or to the corresponding starting aid terminal of the vehicle providing assistance.
Page 197: Tow Truck
Breakdown assistance Mobility Tow truck corresponding engine or body ground of the vehicle to be started. Starting the engine Never use spray fluids to start the engine. Start the engine of the assisting vehicle and let it run for several minutes at an increased idle speed.
Page 198: Automatic Transmission
It can be screwed in at the Your vehicle's hybrid system is a self-contained front or rear of the BMW. It is in a storage com‐ system. Safety is ensured as long as no work is partment under the cargo floor cover in the performed on the technical components.
Page 199 Breakdown assistance Mobility with appropriately trained personnel. Other‐ ▷ Secure the crash site. wise, there is the risk of fatal injury from electric ▷ Immediately notify rescue forces, police, or shock due to the hybrid system's high voltage.◀ firefighters of the fact that your vehicle is equipped with a hybrid system.
Page 200: Care
Mobility Care Care Vehicle equipment Intense soiling and road salt can damage the ve‐ hicle. All standard, country-specific and optional equipment that is offered in the model series is Automatic car washes described in this chapter. Therefore, equipment is also described that is not available in a vehicle, Hints e.
Page 201: Transmission Position
Car care products service center. BMW recommends using cleaning and care Upholstery material care products from BMW, since these have been tested and approved. Vacuum regularly with a vacuum cleaner. Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 917 825 - II/13...
Page 202: Safety Belts
Mobility Care If they are very dirty, e.g., beverage stains, use a ▷ Lamp lenses. soft sponge or microfiber cloth with a suitable ▷ Instrument cluster cover. interior cleaner. ▷ Matte black spray-coated components. Clean the upholstery down to the seams using ▷...
Page 203 Care Mobility Note If the floor carpets are very dirty, clean with a microfiber cloth and water or a textile cleaner. To Follow the instructions for discharging the high- prevent matting of the carpet, rub back and forth voltage battery, refer to page 153. in the direction of travel only.
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Page 205: Reference
Reference This chapter contains the technical data and an index that will quickly take you to the information you need. Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 917 825 - II/13...
Page 206: Technical Data
Reference Technical data Technical data Vehicle equipment is also described that is not available in a vehicle, e. g., because of the selected optional equip‐ All standard, country-specific and optional ment or country variant. This also applies for equipment that is offered in the model series is safety-related functions and systems.
Page 207 Technical data Reference Length, wheel base Wheel base: 110.6 inches/2,810 mm Vehicle length: 182.1 inches/4,627 mm Smallest turning circle Dia.: 37 ft/11.3 m Weights ActiveHybrid 3 Approved gross vehicle weight 4,815 2,184 Load lbs/kg 900/408 Approved front axle load lbs/kg...
Page 208 Reference Technical data Capacities US gal/liters Notes Fuel tank 15/57 Fuel quality, refer to page Windshield and headlamp 0.8/3 washer system Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 917 825 - II/13...
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Page 210: Everything From A To Z
Blinds, sun protection Air distribution, manual Automatic Curb Monitor BMW ActiveHybrid Air flow, automatic climate Automatic deactivation, front BMW Assist, see user's control passenger airbags manual for Navigation, Enter‐ Air pressure, tires Automatic deactivation of the tainment and Communica‐...
Page 211 Everything from A to Z Reference Brake lights, adaptive Catalytic converter, refer to Coasting Brake pads, breaking in Hot exhaust system Collision warning Braking, notes CBS Condition Based Serv‐ Combination switch, refer to Breakdown assis‐ Turn signals tance 194, CD/Multimedia, see user's Combination switch, refer to Breaking in manual for Navigation, Enter‐...
Page 212 Reference Everything from A to Z Driving experience Emergency release, fuel filler switch flap Damage, tires Driving instructions, breaking Emergency Request Damping control, dy‐ Emergency service, refer to namic Driving mode Roadside Assistance Data, technical Driving notes, general Emergency start function, en‐ Date Driving stability control sys‐...
Page 213 Everything from A to Z Reference Fuel, tank capacity High beams/low beams, refer Functions, hybrid system to High-beam Assistant Failure message, refer to Fuse High-voltage battery, charge Check Control indicator False alarm, refer to Uninten‐ Hills tional alarm Hill start assistant, refer to Fan, refer to Air flow Garage door opener, refer to Drive-off assistant...
Page 214 Reference Everything from A to Z Inflation pressure warning Kickdown, automatic trans‐ Locks, doors, and win‐ FTM, tires mission dows Info display, refer to Com‐ Knee airbag Low beams puter Low beams, automatic, refer to Initialize, Tire Pressure Moni‐ High-beam Assistant tor TPM Lower back support Initializing, Flat Tire Monitor...
Page 215 Everything from A to Z Reference Maximum speed, winter Obstacle marking, backup Parked-car ventilation tires camera Parked vehicle, condensa‐ Measure, units of Octane rating, refer to Gaso‐ tion Medical kit line quality Parking aid, refer to PDC Memory, seat, mirror Odometer Parking assistant Menu in instrument cluster...
Page 216 Reference Everything from A to Z Rain sensor Shifting, automatic transmis‐ Rear lamps sion Rear socket Safe braking Shift paddles on steering Rearview mirror Safety wheel Rear window defroster Safety belt reminder for driv‐ Side airbags Recirculated-air filter er's seat and front passenger Side View Recirculated-air mode seat...
Page 217 Everything from A to Z Reference Starting the combustion en‐ Text message, supplemen‐ Trunk lid, emergency unlock‐ gine tary Status display, tires Theft alarm system, refer to Trunk lid, hotel function Status information, iDrive Alarm system Trunk lid opening with no- Status of Owner's Manual Theft protection, refer to Cen‐...
Page 218 Reference Everything from A to Z Vehicle storage Wiper blades, replacing Vehicle wash Wiper fluid Ventilation Wiper system Ventilation, refer to Parked-car Wood, care ventilation Word match concept, naviga‐ Voice activation system tion Working on the hybrid sys‐ Wrench Warning messages, refer to Check Control Warning triangle Washer fluid...
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