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THE BMW X1.
THE BMW X1.
OWNER'S MANUAL.
OWNER'S MANUAL.
Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 914 595 - VI/12
Owner's Manual for
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The Ultimate Driving
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  • Page 1 Contents Owner's Manual for Vehicle The Ultimate Driving Machine THE BMW X1. THE BMW X1. OWNER'S MANUAL. OWNER'S MANUAL. Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 914 595 - VI/12...
  • Page 3 The more familiar you are with your vehicle, the better control you will have on the road. We therefore strongly suggest: Read this Owner's Manual before starting off in your new BMW. It contains important information on vehicle operation that will help you make full use of the technical features available in 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 VI/12, 07 12 500 Printed on environmentally friendly paper, bleached without chlorine, suitable for recycling. Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 914 595 - VI/12...
  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Contents Entertainment The fastest way to find information on a partic‐ ular topic or item is by using the index, refer to Tone page 276. Radio CD/multimedia Notes Communication Telephone At a glance Office Cockpit Contacts iDrive ConnectedDrive Voice activation system Mobility Controls Refueling...
  • Page 6: Notes

    Therefore, have this work performed only by a and special equipment offered in the model ser‐ BMW center or a workshop that works accord‐ ies.Therefore, this Owner's Manual also de‐ Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 914 595 - VI/12...
  • Page 7: California Proposition 65 Warning

    BMW. BMW cannot test every product made by other manufacturers to verify if it can be used Service and warranty on a BMW safely and without risk to either the vehicle, its operation, or its occupants. Genuine We recommend that you read this publication BMW Parts, BMW Accessories and other prod‐...
  • Page 8: Reporting Safety Defects

    Such damage is not cov‐ cident report, damage to the vehicle, witness ered by the BMW New Vehicle Limited War‐ accounts, etc., possibly with the involvement of ranty.
  • Page 9 However, NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you, your dealer, or BMW of North America, LLC. To contact NHTSA, you may call the Vehicle Safety Hotline toll-free at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY: 1-800-424-9153); go to http://www.safe‐...
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  • Page 11: 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 2 914 595 - VI/12...
  • Page 12: Cockpit

    At a glance Cockpit Cockpit Vehicle equipment describes equipment that may not be found in your vehicle, for instance due to the selected This chapter describes all series equipment as special equipment or the country version. This well as country-specific and special equipment also applies to safety-related functions and sys‐...
  • Page 13 Cockpit At a glance High-beam Assistant  82 Change the radio station Stopping a traffic announcement Select a music track Roadside parking lamps  82 Scroll through the redial list Computer  70 Next entertainment source Settings and information about Recirculated air mode  107 vehicle  71 Instrument lighting  83 Start/stop the engine and switch the ignition on/off  54...
  • Page 14: Instrument Cluster

    At a glance Cockpit Instrument cluster Speedometer ▷ Hill Descent Control  96 Indicator/warning lamps  15 ▷ Computer  70 Tachometer  69 ▷ Date of next scheduled service, and re‐ maining distance to be driven  75 Current fuel consumption  69 ▷ Odometer and trip odometer  68 Engine oil temperature  69 ▷...
  • Page 15: The Concept

    Cockpit At a glance Indicator/warning lamps Symbol Function or system Front fog lamps, refer to page The concept Lamp flashes: DSC or DTC is regulating the propul‐ sive forces in order to maintain driv‐ ing stability, refer to page The handbrake is set, refer to page Canada: the parking brake is set, re‐...
  • Page 16: All Around The Center Console

    At a glance Cockpit All around the center console Headliner  17 PDC Park Distance Control  100 Control Display  18 Backup camera  102 vent  108 HDC Hill Descent Control  96 Hazard warning system  253 Deactivate the Automatic Engine Start/Stop Function  56 Central locking system  34 DSC Dynamic Stability Con‐ trol  94 Automatic climate control  105 DTC Dynamic Traction Con‐...
  • Page 17 Cockpit At a glance All around the headliner Emergency Request  253 Reading lamps  84 Panoramic glass sunroof  41 Interior lamps  84 Indicator lamp for the front pas‐ senger airbags  87 Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 914 595 - VI/12...
  • Page 18: Idrive

    At a glance iDrive iDrive Vehicle equipment The buttons can be used to open the menus directly. The controller can be used to select This chapter describes all series equipment as menu items and create the settings. well as country-specific and special equipment offered for this model series.Therefore, it also Control Display describes equipment that may not be found in...
  • Page 19 iDrive At a glance Controller Press the button Function Select menu items and create settings. Opens the Navigation Turn. menu. Opens the Telephone menu. BACK Displays the previous panel. OPTION Opens the Options menu. Operating concept Press. Opening the main menu Press the button.
  • Page 20: Options Menu

    At a glance iDrive Selecting menu items Menu items shown in white can be selected. Turn the controller until the desired menu item is highlighted. White arrows pointing to the left or right indicate that additional panels can be opened. View of an opened menu When a menu is opened, it generally opens with Press the controller.
  • Page 21: Setting The Clock

    iDrive At a glance Example: setting the clock ▷ Control options for the selected main menu, e.g., for "Radio". Setting the clock ▷ If applicable, further operating options for the selected menu, for instance "Store station". Press the button. The main menu is displayed.
  • Page 22: General Information

    At a glance iDrive Turn the controller to set the hours and Symbol Meaning press the controller. Roaming is active. Turn the controller to set the minutes and press the controller. Text message, e-mail was received. Check the SIM card. Status information SIM card is blocked.
  • Page 23 iDrive At a glance Switching the split screen on and off Running a function Press the button. Press the button. The function will run immediately. This "Split screen" means, for example, that the number is dialed when a phone number is selected. Selecting the display Displaying the button assignment Press the button.
  • Page 24 At a glance iDrive Switching between letters and numbers Depending on the menu, you can switch be‐ tween entering letters and numbers. Symbol Function Enter the letters. Enter the numbers. Switching between upper and lower case letters Depending on the menu, you can switch be‐ tween entering uppercase and lowercase let‐...
  • Page 25: Voice Activation System

    Voice activation system At a glance Voice activation system Vehicle equipment Using voice activation This chapter describes all series equipment as Activating the voice activation system well as country-specific and special equipment offered for this model series.Therefore, it also Press the button on the steering describes equipment that may not be found in wheel.
  • Page 26: Adjusting The Volume

    At a glance Voice activation system For example, if the "Settings" menu is displayed, On the Control Display: the commands for the settings are read out loud. "Settings" "Language/Units" Executing functions using short commands "Speech mode:" Functions on the main menu can be performed Select the setting.
  • Page 27 Voice activation system At a glance ▷ Always say commands in the language of the voice activation system. ▷ Keep the doors, windows, and glass sunroof closed to prevent noise interference. ▷ Avoid making other noise in the vehicle while speaking. Online Edition for Part no.
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  • Page 29: Controls

    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 2 914 595 - VI/12...
  • Page 30: Opening And Closing

    Controls Opening and closing Opening and closing Vehicle equipment The settings called up and implemented when the vehicle is unlocked depend on which remote This chapter describes all series equipment as control is used to unlock the vehicle, refer to well as country-specific and special equipment Personal Profile.
  • Page 31: Central Locking System

    Opening and closing Controls ▷ The remote control used is detected when ▷ Type of display, refer to page 104. the vehicle is unlocked and the stored profile ▷ Light settings: is called up. ▷ Triple turn signal activation, refer to ▷...
  • Page 32: Using The Remote Control

    Controls Opening and closing Operating from the outside You can set how the vehicle is to be unlocked. ▷ Via the remote control. The setting is stored for the remote control cur‐ rently in use. ▷ Via the door lock. ▷...
  • Page 33: Panic Mode

    Opening and closing Controls Panic mode When the vehicle is being unlocked, these po‐ sitions are automatically retrieved if the setting You can trigger the alarm system if you find is activated. yourself in a dangerous situation. Pinch hazard when moving back the seat Press the button on the remote control for at least 3 seconds.
  • Page 34: Manual Operation

    Controls Opening and closing Access contains a battery that may need to be In some market-specific versions, the alarm sys‐ replaced, refer to page 38. tem, refer to page 38, is triggered if the vehicle is unlocked via the door lock. For US owners only To stop the alarm, unlock the vehicle with the The transmitter and receiver units comply with...
  • Page 35: Locking And Unlocking

    Opening and closing Controls Locking and unlocking Locking ▷ Press the button. The doors are Press the button in the vehicle. locked. ▷ Press the lock button of a door. To prevent The doors and the tailgate are locked or un‐ you from being locked out, the opened driv‐...
  • Page 36 Controls Opening and closing Opening from the outside Closing ▷ Press the button next to the tailgate. Recessed grips on the inside trim of the tailgate can be used to conveniently pull down the tail‐ ▷ Press the remote control button for ap‐ gate.
  • Page 37: Starting The Engine

    Opening and closing Controls Functional requirement To save battery power, ensure that the ignition and all electronic systems and/or power con‐ ▷ To lock the vehicle, the remote control must sumers are switched off before locking the ve‐ be located outside of the vehicle. hicle.
  • Page 38: Warning Lamps

    Controls Opening and closing Replacing the battery To switch the engine off with transmission po‐ sition N engaged, insert the remote control in The remote control for Comfort Access con‐ the ignition lock. tains a battery that will need to be replaced from time to time.
  • Page 39: Switching Off The Alarm

    Opening and closing Controls Arming and disarming the alarm ▷ The indicator lamp flashes briefly every system 2 seconds: The system is armed. General information ▷ The indicator lamp flashes after locking: When you lock or unlock the vehicle, either with The doors, hood or tailgate is not closed the remote control or at the door lock, the alarm properly, but the rest of the vehicle is se‐...
  • Page 40: Power Windows

    Controls Opening and closing Closing ▷ When animals are to remain in the vehicle. Danger of pinching Switching off the tilt alarm sensor and Monitor the closing process and make interior motion sensor sure that the closing path of the window is clear; Press the remote control button again otherwise, injuries may result.◀...
  • Page 41 Opening and closing Controls Closing without the pinch protection Take the remote control with you system Take the remote control with you when For example, if there is an external danger or if leaving the vehicle so that children, for example, ice on the windows prevents a window from cannot operate the roof and injure themselves.◀...
  • Page 42 Controls Opening and closing Opening/closing the glass sunroof extreme situations, such as when thin objects are present.◀ With the sliding visor open, proceed as descri‐ bed under Sliding visor. Closing without the pinch protection Opening/closing the glass sunroof and system sliding visor together For example, if there is an external danger, pro‐...
  • Page 43: Adjusting

    Adjusting Controls Adjusting Vehicle equipment Adjusting manually This chapter describes all series equipment as well as country-specific and special equipment offered for this model series.Therefore, it also describes equipment that may not be found in your vehicle, for instance due to the selected special equipment or the country version.
  • Page 44: Lumbar Support

    Controls Adjusting Seat tilt Backrest Pull the lever and apply your weight to the seat The head restraint can be adjusted manually, or lift it off, as necessary. refer Head restraints below. Thigh support Lumbar support Pull the lever and move the thigh support for‐ You can also adjust the contour of the backrest ward or back.
  • Page 45: Safety Belts

    Adjusting Controls Safety belts The width of the backrest can be changed with the side wings to adjust the side support to your own needs. General information Press front or rear section of switch. Always make sure that safety belts are being worn by all occupants before driving away.
  • Page 46: Head Restraints

    Controls Adjusting Reduction of restraining effect Have the safety belts, including the safety belt tensioners, replaced and have the belt anchors Avoid wearing clothing that prevents the checked. belt from fitting properly, and pull the shoulder belt periodically to readjust the tension across Checking and replacing safety belts your lap;...
  • Page 47: Height Adjustment

    Adjusting Controls Rear Storing Height adjustment Switch on the radio ready state or the igni‐ tion, refer to page 54. ▷ To raise: pull. Adjust the seat and exterior mirrors to the ▷ To lower: press the button, arrow 1, and desired positions.
  • Page 48: Safety Mode

    Controls Adjusting Safety mode Adjusting electrically Close the driver's door and switch the igni‐ The setting corresponds to the direction tion on or off, refer to page 54. in which the button is pressed. Press and hold the desired memory button 1 or 2 until the setting procedure is com‐...
  • Page 49: Steering Wheel

    Adjusting Controls Fold in the mirror in a car wash ▷ Keep the photocells clean. Before entering an automatic car wash, ▷ Do not cover the area between the inside fold in the exterior mirrors by hand or with the rearview mirror and the windshield.
  • Page 50: Transporting Children Safely

    Controls Transporting children safely Transporting children safely Vehicle equipment passenger side are deactivated. Automatic de‐ activation of front passenger airbags, refer to This chapter describes all series equipment as page 86. well as country-specific and special equipment Deactivating the front passenger airbags offered for this model series.Therefore, it also If a child restraint fixing system is used in describes equipment that may not be found in...
  • Page 51: Child Seat Security

    Transporting children safely Controls possible and adjust its height to the highest po‐ Remove the child restraint fixing system. sition to obtain the best possible position for the Allow the belt webbing to be pulled in com‐ belt and to offer optimal protection in the event pletely.
  • Page 52 Controls Transporting children safely Mounting LATCH child restraint fixing Outer rear seats systems Mount the child restraint fixing system; refer to the operating instructions of the system. Ensure that both LATCH anchors are prop‐ erly connected. Child restraint fixing system with a tether strap Mounting points Direction of travel...
  • Page 53: Rear Doors

    Transporting children safely Controls Center rear seat On center rear seat: Route the upper retaining strap over the middle of the head restraint. Attach the hook of the retaining strap to the mounting eye. Pull the retaining strap taut until it com‐ presses the cushion of the head restraint, thus preventing the strap from sliding off.
  • Page 54: Driving

    Controls Driving Driving Vehicle equipment Before removing the remote control, push it all the way in to release the locking mechanism. This chapter describes all series equipment as ▷ The ignition is switched off if it was on. well as country-specific and special equipment offered for this model series.Therefore, it also Automatic transmission describes equipment that may not be found in...
  • Page 55 Driving Controls To save battery power when the engine is off, Do not wait for the engine to warm up while the switch off the ignition and any unnecessary vehicle remains stationary. Start driving right electronic systems/power consumers. away, but at moderate engine speeds. Radio ready state and ignition off Starting the engine All indicator and warning lamps as well as dis‐...
  • Page 56: Switching Off The Engine

    Controls Driving Before driving into a car wash ▷ The brake pedal remains depressed while the vehicle is at a standstill. To make it possible for the vehicle to roll in an automatic car wash, follow the information on ▷ The driver's safety belt is fastened or the Washing in automatic car washes, refer to driver's door is closed.
  • Page 57 Driving Controls Parking the vehicle during an ▷ The vehicle begins to roll. automatic engine stop ▷ Automatic transmission: the transmission The vehicle can be parked safely during an au‐ position is changed from D to N, R or M/S. tomatic engine stop, such as when you wish to ▷...
  • Page 58: Indicator Lamp

    Controls Driving Activating/deactivating the system Indicator lamp manually The indicator lamp lights up and an acoustic signal sounds when driving away. The handbrake is still set. Setting The lever engages automatically. Releasing Press the button. ▷ LED lights up: the Auto Start/Stop function is deactivated.
  • Page 59: Headlamp Flasher

    Driving Controls Turn signal, high beams, "Triple turn signal" headlamp flasher Turn signal Do not fold in the exterior mirrors While driving and when using the turn sig‐ nal/hazard warning flashers, do not fold in the exterior mirrors; otherwise, the additional turn signal lamps in the exterior mirrors will not be in the appropriate position and will be difficult to The setting is stored for the remote control cur‐...
  • Page 60 Controls Driving At a glance Intermittent wipe or rain sensor If the car is not equipped with a rain sensor, the intermittent-wipe time is a preset. If the car is equipped with a rain sensor, the time between wipes is controlled automatically and depends on the intensity of the rainfall.
  • Page 61: Rear Window Wiper

    Driving Controls The system sprays washer fluid on the wind‐ Press the wiper levers down. The wipers shield and activates the wipers briefly. move to their resting position and are ready for operation. When the vehicle lighting system is switched on, the headlamps are cleaned at regular and ap‐...
  • Page 62: Washer Fluid Reservoir

    Controls Driving Washer fluid reservoir Disengaging the remote control To remove the remote control from the ignition Adding washer fluid lock, first move the selector lever to position P Only add washer fluid when the engine is and switch off the engine: interlock. Remove the cool, and then close the cover completely to remote control from the ignition lock, refer to avoid contact between the washer fluid and hot...
  • Page 63 Driving Controls Sport program and manual mode M/S Activating the Sport program A lock prevents you from inadvertently engaging selector lever positions R and P. To cancel the lock, press the button on the front of the selector lever, see arrow. Move the selector lever from position D toward the left.
  • Page 64: Automatic Transmission With

    Controls Driving Shifting gears using the shift paddles Pull the sleeve up over the selector lever un‐ on the steering wheel til the sleeve is inside out. The shift paddles on the steering wheel allow you to shift gears quickly while keeping both hands on the steering wheel.
  • Page 65 Driving Controls P Park Engaging transmission positions D, R, The drive wheels are blocked. P is engaged automatically when the following conditions are met: ▷ The driver's door is opened while the engine is running, the safety belt is not fastened and neither the brake pedal nor the accelerator is activated.
  • Page 66 Controls Driving Sport program and manual mode M/S Shifting gears using the shift paddles on the steering wheel Activating the Sport program The shifting paddles make it possible to quickly change gears since both hands can remain on the steering wheel. ▷...
  • Page 67 Driving Controls Displays in the instrument cluster The transmission position is displayed and the engaged gear, such as M4, is displayed in manual mode. Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 914 595 - VI/12...
  • Page 68: Displays

    Controls Displays Displays Vehicle equipment The setting is stored for the remote control cur‐ rently in use. This chapter describes all series equipment as well as country-specific and special equipment Time, external temperature display offered for this model series.Therefore, it also Set the time, refer to page 72.
  • Page 69: Engine Oil Temperature

    Displays Controls Tachometer Engine oil temperature Never force the engine speed up into the red ▷ Cold engine: the pointer is at the low tem‐ warning field, see arrow. In this range, the fuel perature end. Drive at moderate engine and vehicle speeds.
  • Page 70: Instrument Panel

    Controls Displays ▷ A message is briefly displayed on the Con‐ ▷ Current fuel consumption. trol Display. ▷ No information. ▷ The remaining range is shown on the com‐ To set the corresponding units of measure, refer puter. to page 72. ▷...
  • Page 71: Settings And Information

    Displays Controls Resetting the fuel consumption and "Onboard info" or "Trip computer" speed Resetting the values for average speed and average fuel consumption: Select the respective menu item and press the controller. Press the controller again to confirm your selection. Resetting the trip computer Displays on the "Onboard info": Resetting all values:...
  • Page 72: In The Instrument Cluster

    Controls Displays Units of measure Symbol Function The units for fuel consumption, route/distance, With the lights switched on: temperature, and pressure can be changed. Dimming instrument lighting, refer to page "Settings" "Language/Units" Calling up Check Control, refer to page Checking the engine oil level, refer to page Select the desired menu item.
  • Page 73 Displays Controls Use button 1 to set the hours. "Time:" Press button 2 to confirm the entry. Use button 1 to set the minutes. Press button 2 to confirm the entry. Press button 2. The system accepts the new time. Via the iDrive Press the button.
  • Page 74 Controls Displays symbol appears in the display, accompanied "Format:" by the date and the word "SET". Select the desired format. Press button 2. The date format is stored. Use button 1 to set the day of the month. Press button 2 to confirm the entry. Settings on the Control Set the month and the year in the same way.
  • Page 75: Service Requirements

    Displays Controls Brightness The current service requirements can be read out from the remote control by the service spe‐ Setting the brightness cialist. The brightness is automatically adapted to the For certain maintenance operations, you can ambient lighting conditions. However, the basic view the distance remaining or the due date for setting can be adjusted.
  • Page 76 Controls Displays To exit from the menu: Symbol Function Move the controller to the left. Front brake pads Symbols Symbols Description No service is currently required. Rear brake pads The deadline for service or a le‐ gally mandated inspection is approaching.
  • Page 77: Check Control

    Displays Controls To exit from the menu: Move the controller to the left. Automatic Service Request Data regarding the maintenance status or legally mandated inspections of the vehicle are auto‐ matically transmitted to your service center be‐ fore a service due date. You can check when your service center was The symbol indicates that Check Control notified.
  • Page 78: Speed Limit

    Controls Displays Hiding Check Control messages companied by the words "CHECK CON‐ TROL". Press the computer button in the turn signal lever. Press button 2. If there is no Check Control message, this is Some Check Control messages are displayed indicated by "CHECK OK“.
  • Page 79 Displays Controls Displaying, setting or changing the limit "Settings" "Speed" "Warning at:" Turn the controller until the desired limit is displayed. Press the controller. The speed limit is stored. Applying your current speed as the limit "Settings" "Speed" "Select current speed" The system adopts your current speed as the limit.
  • Page 80: Lamps

    Controls Lamps Lamps Vehicle equipment Parking lamps Switch position : the vehicle lamps light This chapter describes all series equipment as up on all sides, e.g., for parking. well as country-specific and special equipment Do not use the parking lamps for extended pe‐ offered for this model series.Therefore, it also riods;...
  • Page 81: Daytime Running Lights

    Lamps Controls Headlamp courtesy delay feature Daytime running lights The low beams stay lit for a short while after the The daytime running lights light up in posi‐ ignition is switched off, if the lamps are switched tion 0, . After the ignition is off and the headlamp flasher is switched on.
  • Page 82 Controls Lamps The turning lamps are automatically switched periods of time; otherwise, the battery might not on depending on the steering angle or the use have enough power to start the engine. of turn signals. Switching off To avoid blinding oncoming traffic, the Adaptive Light Control does not swivel to the driver's side Briefly press the lever in the opposite direction when the vehicle is at a standstill.
  • Page 83: Fog Lamps

    Lamps Controls ▷ High beams off/headlamp flasher, arrow 2. ▷ In poorly-lit towns and cities and in the pres‐ ence of highly reflective signs. To reactivate the High-beam Assistant, briefly ▷ At low speeds. push the turn indicator lever toward the high ▷...
  • Page 84: Reading Lamps

    Controls Lamps play, accompanied by the brightness setting and the word "SET". Switching the interior lamps on and off Press the button. Press button 2. Push button 1 up or down to select the de‐ To switch off permanently: press the button for sired brightness level.
  • Page 85: Safety

    Safety Controls Safety Vehicle equipment describes equipment that may not be found in your vehicle, for instance due to the selected This chapter describes all series equipment as special equipment or the country version. This well as country-specific and special equipment also applies to safety-related functions and sys‐...
  • Page 86 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 87: Deactivation System

    BMW. The system generally detects children seated in a child seat, especially in the child seats that ▷...
  • Page 88 Controls Safety Operational readiness of airbag system Functional requirements The system must have been initialized when the tire inflation pressure was correct; otherwise, reliable signaling of a flat tire is not ensured. In‐ itialize the system after each correction of the tire inflation pressure and after every tire or wheel change.
  • Page 89 Safety Controls Do not initialize the system when driving with Continued driving with a flat tire snow chains. If continuing to drive with a damaged tire: "Vehicle Info" Avoid sudden braking and steering maneu‐ "Vehicle status" vers. "Reset" Do not exceed a speed of 50 mph/80 km/h. Start the engine - do not drive away.
  • Page 90: Tire Pressure Monitor Tpm

    Controls Safety Status display Final tire failure Vibrations or loud noises while driving can "Vehicle Info" indicate the final failure of the tire. Reduce speed "Vehicle status" and stop; otherwise, pieces of the tire could "TPM" come loose and cause an accident. Do not con‐ The status is displayed.
  • Page 91: Resetting The System

    Safety Controls Resetting the system Do not continue driving without run-flat tires Reset the system after each correction of the tire inflation pressure and after every tire or Do not continue driving if the vehicle is not wheel change. equipped with run-flat tires; continued driving may result in serious accidents.◀...
  • Page 92 Controls Safety Because the possible driving distance depends ▷ A wheel without TPM electronics is fitted: on how the vehicle is used during the trip, the have the service center check it if necessary. actual distance may be smaller or greater de‐ ▷...
  • Page 93: Brake Force Display

    Safety Controls Please note that the TPMS is not a substitute for ▷ During heavy brake application, the inner proper tire maintenance, and it is the driver's re‐ brake lamps light up in addition. sponsibility to maintain correct tire pressure, even if under-inflation has not reached the level to trigger illumination of the TPMS low tire pres‐...
  • Page 94: Driving Stability Control Systems

    Controls Driving stability control systems Driving stability control systems Vehicle equipment Dynamic Stability Control This chapter describes all series equipment as well as country-specific and special equipment The concept offered for this model series.Therefore, it also DSC prevents traction loss in the driving wheels describes equipment that may not be found in when driving away and accelerating.
  • Page 95: Dynamic Traction Control Dtc

    Driving stability control systems Controls Dynamic Traction Control indicator lamp for DSC lights up in the instru‐ ment cluster and DSC OFF is displayed. DTC Dynamic Traction Control and DSC are deacti‐ vated together. The concept In the interest of better forward momentum, The DTC system is a version of the DSC in which brake intervention is performed in the manner of forward momentum is optimized.
  • Page 96: Hill Descent Control Hdc

    Controls Driving stability control systems Hill Descent Control HDC Deactivating DTC Press the button again. The concept TRACTION and the indicator lamp in HDC is a downhill driving assistant that auto‐ the instrument cluster go out. matically controls vehicle speed on steep down‐ hill gradients.
  • Page 97: Drive-Off Assistant

    Driving stability control systems Controls Drive-off assistant Activating HDC This system supports driving away on gradients. The handbrake is not required. Hold the vehicle in place with the foot brake. Release the foot brake and drive away with‐ out delay. Depending on the vehicle load, the vehicle may roll back slightly.
  • Page 98: Driving Comfort

    Controls Driving comfort Driving comfort Vehicle equipment One lever for all functions This chapter describes all series equipment as well as country-specific and special equipment offered for this model series.Therefore, it also describes equipment that may not be found in your vehicle, for instance due to the selected special equipment or the country version.
  • Page 99: Warning Lamp

    Driving comfort Controls Warning lamp The system stores and maintains the speed. The warning lamp comes on when Accelerating using the lever cruise control has been deactivated as Accelerating slightly: a result of DSC intervention, for exam‐ ple. A message appears on the Control Display. Press the lever to the resistance point, arrow 1, until the desired speed is reached.
  • Page 100: Park Distance Control Pdc

    Controls Driving comfort Park Distance Control PDC Limits of ultrasonic measurement The detection of objects can reach the physical The concept limits of ultrasonic measurement, for instance: In addition to the PDC Park Distance Control, the ▷ With tow bars and trailer hitches. backup camera, refer to page 102, can be ▷...
  • Page 101 Driving comfort Controls Switching on/off manually Volume You can set the volume of the PDC signal tone, refer to page 161. The setting is stored for the remote control cur‐ rently in use. Visual warning The approach to an object can be shown on the Control Display.
  • Page 102: Rear View Camera

    Controls Driving comfort Malfunction Switching on automatically With the engine running or the ignition switched on, shift the selector lever into position R. The image of the rear view camera is displayed when the system has been switched on using iDrive.
  • Page 103 Driving comfort Controls Pathway lines Parking using pathway and turning lines Position the vehicle so that the turning lines lead into the margins of the parking space. ▷ Can be displayed in the image of the rear view camera when the transmission is in re‐ verse.
  • Page 104 Controls Driving comfort Camera Show the obstacle marking via the iDrive, refer to page 104. Activating assistance functions Several assistance functions can be active at the same time. Showing the parking aid lines "Parking aid lines" Pathway and turning lines are displayed. The lens of the rear view camera is under the Showing the obstacle marking grasping lip of the tailgate.
  • Page 105: Climate

    Climate Controls Climate Vehicle equipment describes equipment that may not be found in your vehicle, for instance due to the selected This chapter describes all series equipment as special equipment or the country version. This well as country-specific and special equipment also applies to safety-related functions and sys‐...
  • Page 106: Maximum Cooling

    Controls Climate Comfortable interior climate Maximum cooling For almost all conditions, the AUTO program 4 Press the button. offers the optimum air distribution and air flow The system is set to the lowest tem‐ rate, refer to AUTO program below. Select a perature, maximum air volume and recirculated- comfortable interior temperature only.
  • Page 107: Rear Window Defroster

    Climate Controls ALL program Press the left or right side of the button: decrease or increase air volume. Press the button. The selected air volume is shown on the display The current temperature setting for the of the automatic climate control. driver's side is transferred to the front passenger side.
  • Page 108: Switching The System On/Off

    Controls Climate Switching the system on/off Microfilter/activated-charcoal filter The microfilter traps dust and pollen in the in‐ Switching off coming air. Press and hold the left button or, with The activated-charcoal filter removes gaseous the setting at the lowest level, press the pollutants from the outside air that enters the left button.
  • Page 109 Climate Controls Preselecting activation times "Settings" "Climate" "Activate Timer 1" or "Activate Timer 2" "Timer 1:" or "Timer 2:" Set the desired time. The symbol on the automatic climate control lights up when the switch-on time is activated. The symbol on the automatic climate control flashes when the system has been switched on.
  • Page 110: Interior Equipment

    Controls Interior equipment Interior equipment Vehicle equipment system being operated, the system is generally compatible with the Universal Garage Door This chapter describes all series equipment as Opener. well as country-specific and special equipment If you have any questions, please contact: offered for this model series.Therefore, it also ▷...
  • Page 111 Interior equipment Controls distance depends on the particular hand- Synchronization: held transmitter. Park the vehicle within range of the remote- Press the button of the desired function on controlled system. the hand-held transmitter and the button Program the corresponding button on the being programmed on the interior rearview interior rearview mirror as described.
  • Page 112: Digital Compass

    Controls Interior equipment Controls The display shows you the main or secondary compass direction in which you are driving. Prior to operation Before operating a unit with the Universal Operating concept Garage Door Opener, ensure that there are no Various functions can be called up by pressing people, animals, or objects in the range of move‐...
  • Page 113: Setting The Language

    Interior equipment Controls Press the adjustment button for 3‑4 seconds. Set the currently valid compass zone. The number of the compass zone set is shown Press the adjustment button for 6‑7 sec‐ in the display. onds to call up C. Then drive at least one full To change the zone setting, briefly press the circle at a maximum speed of 4 mph/7 km/h.
  • Page 114: Connecting Electrical Devices

    Controls Interior equipment Ashtray/cigarette lighter Sockets The lighter socket can be used as a socket for Opening electrical equipment while the engine is running or when the ignition is switched on. The total load of all sockets must not exceed 140 watts at 12 volt.
  • Page 115: Cargo Area

    Interior equipment Controls In cargo area Front cover Push the cover up and out of the brackets on both sides at the rear, arrow. Fold open the cover. Pull the cover back, lifting it up and out of the Cargo area side brackets.
  • Page 116: Partition Net

    Controls Interior equipment Folding the backrests back up Observe the instructions concerning the safety belt When the backrests are folded back up, they Observe the instructions concerning the safety engage in the transport position. belt, refer to page 45. Otherwise, personal pro‐ To set the desired backrest tilt or comfort posi‐...
  • Page 117 Interior equipment Controls Attach the hooks 1 at the bottom of the re‐ taining straps into the eyelets on the rear seat backrest, arrow, on both sides. ▷ Installation behind the front seats, arrows 1. ▷ Installation behind the rear seats, arrows 2. Lash the partition net tightly.
  • Page 118: Lashing Eyes

    Controls Interior equipment Removing ward, pressing it into the gap between the cargo area floor and the rear seat backrest. To remove and stow the partition net, proceed in reverse order. Do not apply pressure to the cargo floor To fold up, press both release buttons, arrows. panel when it is upright.
  • Page 119 Interior equipment Controls Ski and snowboard bag General information The ski and snowboard bag is contained in a protective jacket in the cargo area. Follow the installation and operation instruc‐ tions included in the protective jacket. Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 914 595 - VI/12...
  • Page 120: Storage Compartments

    Controls Storage compartments Storage compartments Vehicle equipment The light in the glove compartment switches on. This chapter describes all series equipment as Close the glove compartment again im‐ well as country-specific and special equipment mediately offered for this model series.Therefore, it also Close the glove compartment immediately after describes equipment that may not be found in use while driving;...
  • Page 121: Center Armrest

    Storage compartments Controls cover for the snap-in adapter, depending on the When folding up, push the center armrest firmly version. back into the rear seat backrest. Details on this mobile phone cradle, refer to page 202. Connection for an external audio device Opening This can be used to connect an external audio...
  • Page 122: Clothes Hooks

    Controls Storage compartments Cargo area Unsuitable containers ▷ Retaining strap on the left side panel for se‐ Do not forcefully push unsuitable contain‐ curing small items. ers into the cupholders. This may result in dam‐ age.◀ ▷ Retaining straps on the cargo area floor. ▷...
  • Page 123 Storage compartments Controls Pull the center armrest forward at the strap. To open: press the button. To close: push both covers back in, one after the other. Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 914 595 - VI/12...
  • Page 124 Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 914 595 - VI/12...
  • Page 125: Driving Tips

    Driving tips This section provides you with information useful in dealing with specific driving and operating conditions. Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 914 595 - VI/12...
  • Page 126: Things To Remember When Driving

    Driving tips Things to remember when driving Things to remember when driving Vehicle equipment Drive conservatively for the first 200 miles/300 km. This chapter describes all series equipment as well as country-specific and special equipment Brake system offered for this model series.Therefore, it also Brakes require an initial break-in period of ap‐...
  • Page 127: Driving Through Water

    Things to remember when driving Driving tips Driving through water Do not remove the heat shields installed and never apply undercoating to them. Make sure Drive though calm water only if it is not deeper that flammable materials, e. g. hay, leaves, grass, than 12 inches/30 cm and at this height, no etc.
  • Page 128: Driving In Wet Conditions

    Driving on poor roads the brake system may overheat, resulting in a reduction in the brake system efficiency. BMW X1 combines an all-wheel drive system You can increase the engine's braking effect by with the advantages of a normal passenger car.
  • Page 129 Things to remember when driving Driving tips ▷ On bumps and rough roads, avoid contact between the vehicle body and the ground. The maximum ground clearance is 8 in‐ ches/20 cm and may vary with the loaded cargo. ▷ When driving through water, do not exceed the maximum water height of 12 in‐...
  • Page 130: Loading

    Driving tips Loading Loading Vehicle equipment YYY lbs. Otherwise, damage to the ve‐ hicle and unstable driving situations may This chapter describes all series equipment as result. well as country-specific and special equipment Determine the combined weight of the offered for this model series.Therefore, it also driver and passengers that will be riding in describes equipment that may not be found in your vehicle.
  • Page 131: Securing Cargo

    Loading Driving tips Securing cargo The greater the weight of the occupants, the less cargo that can be transported. Lashing eyes in the cargo area Stowing cargo Securing cargo ▷ Smaller and lighter items: secure with re‐ ▷ Very heavy cargo: when the rear seat is not taining straps, a cargo net or draw straps.
  • Page 132: Rear Luggage Rack

    Driving tips Loading Roof-mounted luggage rack Rear luggage rack Notes Notes A special rack system is available as an optional A special rear rack is available as an optional ac‐ accessory. cessory. It does not require a trailer hitch. Follow the installation instructions for the rear Anchorage points rack.
  • Page 133: Saving Fuel

    Saving fuel Driving tips Saving fuel Vehicle equipment Closing the windows and panoramic glass sunroof This chapter describes all series equipment as well as country-specific and special equipment Driving with the panoramic glass sunroof and offered for this model series.Therefore, it also windows open results in increased air resistance describes equipment that may not be found in and raises fuel consumption.
  • Page 134 Have the maintenance carried out by your serv‐ ice center. Switch off the engine during Please also note the BMW Maintenance Sys‐ longer stops tem, refer to page 243. Switch off the engine during longer stops, e.g.,...
  • Page 135: Driving Style

    Saving fuel Driving tips Displays in the instrument cluster ECO PRO tip Situation-related tips that indicate measures to achieve optimum fuel economy can be dis‐ played. A reminder is displayed when the ECO PRO speed of 80 mph/130 km/h is exceeded. Displaying the ECO PRO tip "Vehicle Info"...
  • Page 136 Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 914 595 - VI/12...
  • Page 137: Navigation

    Navigation This chapter contains various examples of how the navigation system can guide you reliably to your destination. Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 914 595 - VI/12...
  • Page 138: Navigation System

    Navigation Navigation system Navigation system Vehicle equipment Open "Options". "Navigation system version" This chapter describes all series equipment as Information is displayed on the data version. well as country-specific and special equipment offered for this model series.Therefore, it also Updating the navigation data describes equipment that may not be found in your vehicle, for instance due to the selected General information...
  • Page 139 Navigation system Navigation Removing navigation DVD Press button 1. The DVD emerges slightly from the drive. Remove the DVD. Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 914 595 - VI/12...
  • Page 140: Destination Entry

    "Enter address" ▷ Destination entry by voice, refer to page 146. ▷ Enter the destination via BMW Assist, refer to page 145. You can also store a navigation destination on the programmable memory buttons, refer to page 23. Entries in stationary vehicle Enter data only when the vehicle is sta‐...
  • Page 141 Destination entry Navigation Entering a town/city Highlight the street. Select "Town/City/Postal Code" or the dis‐ Select the street. played town/city. Alternative: enter the street address and house number Select "Street" or the displayed street. Enter the street as you would the town/city. "House number"...
  • Page 142: Address Book

    Navigation Destination entry Starting destination guidance after Storing the destination in the address entering the destination book "Accept destination" After entering the destination, store the desti‐ nation in the address book. "Start guidance" or "Add as another destination" "Navigation" Add, refer to page 147, a destination as a "Map"...
  • Page 143: Last Destinations

    Destination entry Navigation Depending on the selection, choose an ex‐ "Last destinations" isting contact from the list. Select the type of address and enter the first and last name. "Store in vehicle" Editing or deleting an address "Navigation" "Address book" Highlight the entry.
  • Page 144 Navigation Destination entry Opening the search for special "Start search": if a search term is not entered, destinations the search is repeated with the previous search term. Selection of special destinations, such as hotels or tourist attractions. Category search "Navigation" "Category search"...
  • Page 145 Destination entry Navigation Destination entry via BMW Assist ▷ To shift the map diagonally: move the controller in the required direction and A connection is established to the Concierge turn it. service, refer to page 216. "Navigation" Specifying the street "Enter address"...
  • Page 146: Destination Entry By Voice

    Navigation Destination entry Destination entry by voice Entering a town/city separately The town/city can be said as a complete word. General information With the destination entry menu displayed: ▷ Instructions for voice activation system, re‐ fer to page 25. Press the button on the steering ▷...
  • Page 147 Destination entry Navigation Say the house number. The intermediate destination is entered in the destination list and is highlighted. Say each digit separately. Turn the controller until the intermediate Continue making the entry as prompted by destination is located at the desired location the system.
  • Page 148 Navigation Destination entry Intermediate destination options "Map" "Guidance" "Display all trip destinations" Select an intermediate destination. ▷ "Edit destination" ▷ "Reposition dest. in the trip": move an intermediate destination to another po‐ sition in the list. ▷ "Delete dest. in the trip" ▷...
  • Page 149: Destination Guidance

    Destination guidance Navigation Destination guidance Vehicle equipment Route criteria This chapter describes all series equipment as General information well as country-specific and special equipment ▷ The route calculated can be influenced by offered for this model series.Therefore, it also selecting certain criteria. describes equipment that may not be found in your vehicle, for instance due to the selected ▷...
  • Page 150: Lane Information

    Navigation Destination guidance The individual suggestions are high‐ ▷ Street name at the next change in direction. lighted in color. Lane information On multi-lane roads, the recommended lanes are marked in the arrow view by a triangle. ▷ Solid triangle: best lane. ▷...
  • Page 151 Destination guidance Navigation Resuming the original route "Voice instructions" If the route section should no longer be by‐ Repeating a spoken instruction passed: "Navigation" "Navigation" "Map" "Route information" Highlight the symbol. "New route for:" Press the controller twice. "Remove blocking" Volume of spoken instructions Turn the volume knob while giving an instruction Gas station recommendation...
  • Page 152 Navigation Destination guidance Current location Symbol Function Upper status field Start/end destination guidance. Lower status field Switch spoken instructions on/ off. Lines in the map Change the route criteria. Streets and routes are displayed in different col‐ ors and styles depending on their classification. Search for a special destination.
  • Page 153 Move the controller to the right repeatedly cident data. You agree to indemnify, defend until the split screen is selected. and hold harmless BMW of North America, LLC. (“BMW NA”) and Total Traffic Net‐ Select "Split screen content" or the scale.
  • Page 154 "More information": display additional D. Neither Total Traffic Network, Inrix, Inc. or information. BMW NA will be liable to you for any indirect, Scroll to the next or previous traffic bulletin special, consequential, exemplary, or inci‐ if required.
  • Page 155 Destination guidance Navigation Additional information in the map view Destination guidance with traffic bulletins Depending on the map scale, a traffic obstruc‐ tion's length, direction, and impact are displayed General information in the map using triangles or gray bars along the calculated route.
  • Page 156 Navigation Destination guidance Detours can also be accepted if the traffic mes‐ sages are called up in the list. "Navigation" "Map" "Traffic Info" "Detour information" "Detour" Dynamic destination guidance The route is automatically changed in the event of traffic obstructions. ▷...
  • Page 157: What To Do If

    What to do if... Navigation What to do if... Vehicle equipment ▷ Spoken instructions are no longer output during route guidance in front of intersec‐ This chapter describes all series equipment as tions? well as country-specific and special equipment The area has not yet been fully recorded, or offered for this model series.Therefore, it also you have left the recommended route and describes equipment that may not be found in...
  • Page 158: Online Edition For Part No. 01 40 2 914 595 - Vi/12

    Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 914 595 - VI/12...
  • Page 159: Entertainment

    Entertainment This chapter helps assure your enjoyment when receiving radio stations and playing CDs, DVDs, and tracks from the music collection. Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 914 595 - VI/12...
  • Page 160: Tone

    Entertainment Tone Tone Vehicle equipment Select the desired tone settings. This chapter describes all series equipment as well as country-specific and special equipment offered for this model series.Therefore, it also describes equipment that may not be found in your vehicle, for instance due to the selected special equipment or the country version.
  • Page 161 Tone Entertainment Multi-channel playback, Adjusting the volume surround "CD/Multimedia", "Radio" or "Settings" "Tone" Choose between stereo and multi-channel play‐ "Volume settings" back, surround. Select the desired volume setting. Setting multi-channel playback, surround "CD/Multimedia", "Radio" or "Settings" "Tone" "Surround" To adjust: turn the controller. To store: press the controller.
  • Page 162: Radio

    Entertainment Radio Radio Vehicle equipment AM/FM station This chapter describes all series equipment as Selecting a station well as country-specific and special equipment "Radio" offered for this model series.Therefore, it also describes equipment that may not be found in "FM" or "AM" your vehicle, for instance due to the selected Select the desired station.
  • Page 163 Radio Entertainment Highlight the desired station. Open "Options". "Rename to:" If necessary, wait for the desired name to be displayed. The selected station name is added to the list of current stations and stored stations. RDS broadcasts additional information, such as the station name, in the FM wave band.
  • Page 164: Satellite Radio

    Entertainment Radio Navigation bar overview Open "Options". "HD Radio Reception" Symbol Function The setting is stored for the remote control cur‐ rently in use. Change the list view. This symbol is displayed in the status line Select the category. when the audio signal is digital. Direct channel entry When tuning to a station with a digital signal, it may take several seconds for the station to be...
  • Page 165 Radio Entertainment Via the iDrive Select the Unsubscribed Channels cate‐ gory. "Radio" Select the desired channel. "Satellite radio" The phone number and an electronic serial Select "All channels" or the desired cate‐ number, ESN, are displayed. gory. Select the phone number to have the chan‐ Select the desired channel.
  • Page 166: Selecting A Category

    Entertainment Radio Press the controller again to confirm the is full, the older tracks are overwritten. The buf‐ highlighted channel. fer is cleared when a new channel is selected. Opening the timeshift function "Radio" "Satellite radio" "Replay - Time shift" Select the desired memory location.
  • Page 167 Radio Entertainment ▷ Muting. "Add sports information" The audio playback then continues with a time delay. To activate: "Radio" "Satellite radio" "Replay - Time shift" "Automatic time shift" To deactivate: Select the league. "Automatic time shift" Select "Add all teams" or the desired team. Storing favorites Opening the favorites Up to 30 favorites can be stored in the favorites...
  • Page 168 Entertainment Radio Automatic update The setting is stored for the remote control cur‐ rently in use. About twice a year, Sirius performs an update of the channel names and positions. The update Deleting favorites takes place automatically and may take several "Satellite radio"...
  • Page 169 Radio Entertainment The list of stored stations is stored for the re‐ mote control currently in use. The stations can also be stored on the program‐ mable memory buttons, refer to page 23. Deleting a station "Radio" "Presets" Select the desired station. Open "Options".
  • Page 170: Cd/Multimedia

    Entertainment CD/multimedia CD/multimedia Vehicle equipment CD/DVD This chapter describes all series equipment as Playback well as country-specific and special equipment offered for this model series.Therefore, it also Loading the CD/DVD player describes equipment that may not be found in Insert the CD/DVD with the printed side up. your vehicle, for instance due to the selected special equipment or the country version.
  • Page 171 CD/multimedia Entertainment Audio playback Select the desired track to begin playback. Selecting the track using the button Press the button for the appropriate di‐ rection as often as necessary until the desired track is played back. Selecting the track using the iDrive Audio CDs Displaying information on the track Select the desired track to begin playback.
  • Page 172 Entertainment CD/multimedia Playback Open "Options". "Random" The video image is displayed on the Control Dis‐ play up to a speed of approx. 2 mph/3 km/h; in some countries, it is only displayed while the handbrake is set or the automatic transmission is in position P.
  • Page 173 CD/multimedia Entertainment "Audio/language" Symbol Function Next chapter Previous chapter Fast forward Reverse In fast forward/reverse: the speed increases ev‐ ery time the controller is pressed. To stop, start Select the desired language. playback. Selecting the subtitles DVD menu The subtitles that are available depend on the If necessary, turn the controller to open the DVD.
  • Page 174 Turn the controller during playback. Open "Options". "Additional options" "Zoom mode" The BMW CD changer for six CDs is located un‐ der a cover in the side trim on the left side of the cargo area. Removing the CD magazine...
  • Page 175 CDs can be read in. Do not remove the cover BMW CD/DVD players and changers are Filling/emptying the CD magazine officially designated Class 1 laser products. Do not operate if the cover is damaged; otherwise, severe eye damage can result.◀...
  • Page 176: Music Collection

    Entertainment CD/multimedia Malfunctions involving individual CDs/ patents granted and registered in the USA and DVDs worldwide. DTS and the logo are registered trademarks & DTS Digital Surround and the DTS If malfunctions occur only with particular CDs/ logos are trademarks of DTS Inc. © DTS, Inc. All DVDs, this can be due to one of the following rights reserved.
  • Page 177 CD/multimedia Entertainment #6,230,192, #6,230,207, #6,240,459, "Storing..." #6,330,593, and other patents issued or pend‐ ing. Some services supplied under license from Open Globe, Inc. for U.S. Patent: #6,304,523. Storing from a CD/DVD Insert a CD or DVD into the CD/DVD player. "CD/Multimedia"...
  • Page 178: Music Search

    Entertainment CD/multimedia the Apple iPod/iPhone can be played via the "Music search" USB audio interface in the center armrest. ▷ File systems: standard file systems for USB devices are supported. The FAT 32 format is recommended. Connect the USB device to the USB inter‐ face in the glove compartment, refer to page 120.
  • Page 179: Random Playback

    CD/multimedia Entertainment Albums Music search by voice Instructions for voice activation system, refer to All stored albums, listed in order of their storage page 25. dates. Symbol Format Press the button on the steering Audio CD wheel. ›Music search‹ Compressed audio files Open the desired category, e.
  • Page 180: Managing Music

    Entertainment CD/multimedia Open "Options". Deleting an album "Random" An album cannot be deleted while a track from that album is being played. "CD/Multimedia" "Music collection" Highlight the desired album. Open "Options". "Delete album" Deleting a track and directory A track cannot be deleted while it is being Managing music played.
  • Page 181: External Devices

    CD/multimedia Entertainment Therefore, it is best to perform the backup dur‐ Deleting the music collection ing a long trip. "CD/Multimedia" Starting the engine. "Music collection" Connect the USB device to the USB inter‐ Open "Options". face in the glove compartment, refer to "Delete music collection"...
  • Page 182 Entertainment CD/multimedia Connect the headphone connector or line-out Connectors for external devices connector of the device to the AUX-IN port. ▷ Connection via USB audio interface: Apple iPod/iPhone, USB devices, e.g., MP3 play‐ Playback ers, USB flash drives, or mobile phones that Connect the audio device, switch it on and are supported by the USB audio interface.
  • Page 183 CD/multimedia Entertainment Connection of Apple iPod/iPhone via USB Select the symbol. audio interface Connect using a flexible adapter cable. Connect the Apple iPod/iPhone to the USB in‐ terface. The Apple iPod/iPhone menu structure is sup‐ ported by the USB audio interface. Connection of a USB device via the USB audio interface The playback starts with the first track.
  • Page 184 Entertainment CD/multimedia ▷ Select the desired entry from the list. Open "Options". "Random" Fast forward/reverse Press and hold the button. Video playback At a glance Select other categories if you wish. Video playback via snap-in adapter is possible. They can be operated via iDrive. The sound is Not all categories need to be selected.
  • Page 185: Bluetooth Audio

    CD/multimedia Entertainment peratures; refer to the audio device operating ▷ The ignition is switched on. instructions. ▷ Bluetooth is activated on the vehicle, refer to Depending on the configuration of the audio page 193, and on the device. files, e.g., bit rates greater than 256 kbit/s, the ▷...
  • Page 186 Entertainment CD/multimedia You are prompted by the iDrive or device to Requirements enter the same Bluetooth passkey. If necessary, activate the audio connection of Enter the passkey and confirm. the desired device from the list of paired devi‐ ces. "CD/Multimedia" "Bluetooth®...
  • Page 187: Disconnecting The Audio Connection

    CD/multimedia Entertainment Unpairing a device ▷ Playback is interrupted when data is ex‐ changed via a mobile phone connected via "CD/Multimedia" Bluetooth. "Bluetooth® (audio)" If necessary, "Bluetooth® audio". Starting playback Highlight the device that is to be unpaired. Connect the device. Open "Options".
  • Page 188: Software Update

    USB. The previous version can only be restored when Software updates and related current infor‐ the vehicle is stationary. mation is available at www.bmw.com/up‐ date. "Settings" "Software update" Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 914 595 - VI/12...
  • Page 189 All listed software updates are removed. Note While the software is being updated or a previ‐ ous version is being restored, BMW Assist, Of‐ fice functions, and the connected devices are temporarily unavailable. Wait several minutes for the functions to become available again.
  • Page 190 Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 914 595 - VI/12...
  • Page 191: Communication

    Communication All of the options available to you for mobile communication with family, friends, business partners, and service providers are described in this chapter. Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 914 595 - VI/12...
  • Page 192: Telephone

    Communication Telephone Telephone Vehicle equipment Snap-in adapter The snap-in adapter is used to: This chapter describes all series equipment as ▷ Hold the mobile phone. well as country-specific and special equipment offered for this model series.Therefore, it also ▷ Recharge the battery. describes equipment that may not be found in ▷...
  • Page 193: Activating/Deactivating Bluetooth

    Telephone Communication Notes Open "Options". At high temperatures, the charging function of "Bluetooth®" the mobile phone may be limited and functions may not be executed. When using the mobile phone via the vehicle, note the operating instructions of the mobile phone.
  • Page 194: Audio Source

    Communication Telephone Audio source Gray symbol: the function is inactive. A mobile phone can be used as an audio source. Symbol Function Telephone. Pairing and connecting a mobile phone Additional telephone. Pairing the mobile phone To avoid becoming distracted and posing Audio source.
  • Page 195 Telephone Communication Configuring the mobile phone Open "Options". Additional functions can be activated or deacti‐ "Remove phone from list" vated for paired and connected mobile phones. "Telephone" "Bluetooth® (phone)" Highlight the mobile phone to be config‐ ured. Open "Options". "Configure phone" At least one function must be selected.
  • Page 196: Incoming Call

    Communication Telephone Controls ▷ Is the ambient temperature too high or low? Do not expose the mobile phone to extreme environmental conditions. Adjusting the volume The telephone functions are not available. ▷ Is the mobile phone paired as an additional telephone and is the additional telephone function deactivated? Activate the function.
  • Page 197: Accepting A Call

    Telephone Communication Entering a phone number For calls on the additional telephone, the num‐ ber is only displayed if it is transmitted by the Dialing a number network. An incoming call to one of the telephones is au‐ "Telephone" tomatically rejected if there is an active call on "Dial number"...
  • Page 198: Phone Book

    Communication Telephone DTMF suffix dialing The existing call is put on hold. DTMF suffix dialing can be used for gaining ac‐ cess to network services or for controlling devi‐ ces, e.g., to make a remote inquiry of an answer‐ ing machine. The DTMF code is needed for this purpose.
  • Page 199 Telephone Communication Calling a contact Dialing the number via the iDrive "Telephone" Symbol Meaning "Redial" Contact with one stored phone num‐ ber. Contact with more than one stored phone number. Call not possible; mobile phone with‐ out reception or network, or Service Request is active.
  • Page 200: Mobile Phone

    Communication Telephone From the mobile phone to the hands- "Received calls" free system Calls that were begun outside of the Bluetooth range of the vehicle can be continued on the hands-free system with the ignition switched Depending on the mobile phone, the system au‐ tomatically switches to the hands-free system.
  • Page 201: Deleting An Entry

    Telephone Communication ▷ ››...‹‹ Identifies the answers generated by the The system says: »Dialing number«. voice operation system. Calling Using voice activation Dialing a phone number Activating the voice activation system ›Dial number‹ Say the phone number. Press the button on the steering ›Dial‹...
  • Page 202: Snap-In Adapter

    Communication Telephone Environmental conditions Say the name after being prompted to do so. Confirm the prompt: ›Yes‹ ▷ Say the commands, numbers, and letters smoothly and with normal volume, empha‐ Deleting all entries sis, and speed. ›Delete phone book‹ ▷ Always say commands in the language of the system.
  • Page 203 Telephone Communication Removing the mobile phone Insert the snap-in adapter at the front, ar‐ row 1, and press down, arrow 2, until it en‐ gages. Press the button and remove the mobile phone. To remove the snap-in adapter: press but‐ ton 1.
  • Page 204: Office

    Communication Office Office Vehicle equipment ▷ The time, time zone, and date, refer to page 72, are correctly set on the Control This chapter describes all series equipment as Display and on the mobile phone, for in‐ well as country-specific and special equipment stance to correctly display appointments.
  • Page 205: Displaying Contacts

    Office Communication Contacts Dialing phone numbers Select the desired contact. Note Select the phone number. Equipment version with the mobile phone prep‐ The connection is established. aration package. Editing a contact At a glance Select the desired contact. Contacts can be created and edited. The con‐ "Edit contact"...
  • Page 206 Communication Office tained in the vehicle. The address can be If necessary, "Accept address". checked for this purpose. "Store contact in vehicle" Select the desired contact and highlight the Contact types address. Various contact types can be assigned to phone Open "Options".
  • Page 207: Deleting Contacts

    ▷ "Service message" mails may not be supported by the service pro‐ Only messages from the BMW Assist vider, or the function may need to be enabled Concierge service and My Info are dis‐ separately. After the mobile phone is first paired, played.
  • Page 208 Communication Office Deleting messages My Info Messages from the Concierge service and Selecting additional functions My Info can be deleted. Additional functions are available when a mes‐ Delete a message: sage is selected. "Office" Symbol Function "Messages" "Start guidance" or "Add as another Select the desired message.
  • Page 209: Displaying E-Mail Contacts

    Office Communication Only a part of the email from the cell phone Symbol Function is loaded into the vehicle. "Select phone number" Reading the e-mail out loud If the message contains more than one number, select the desired num‐ Read the e-mail out loud, refer to page 211. ber from the list.
  • Page 210 Communication Office Using contact data Using contact data Contact data from appointments, tasks, text Contact data from appointments, tasks, text messages, e-mails, and notes can be saved or messages, e-mails, and notes can be saved or selected, refer to page 211. selected, refer to page 211.
  • Page 211 Office Communication Reminders Reading out loud Text messages, e-mails, appointment entries, Displaying reminders tasks, and notes can be read out loud. Reminders of pending appointments and tasks Select the desired message, appointment, are displayed. After an appointment or after a task, or note.
  • Page 212 Communication Office ▷ Depending on the number of stored ap‐ pointments, task notes, and messages in the mobile phone, not all are displayed in the vehicle. Not all appointments and tasks from the mobile phone are displayed at the right time? ▷...
  • Page 213: Contacts

    Contacts Communication Contacts Vehicle equipment Fill in the entry fields: select the symbol next to the entry field. This chapter describes all series equipment as well as country-specific and special equipment offered for this model series.Therefore, it also describes equipment that may not be found in your vehicle, for instance due to the selected special equipment or the country version.
  • Page 214 Communication Contacts "My contacts" Select the address. "Start guidance" or "Add as another destination" Checking the address as a destination An address that is to be used for destination guidance must match the navigation data con‐ tained in the vehicle. The address can be checked for this purpose.
  • Page 215: Connecteddrive

    BMW Assist services cally before a service due date or when you will be available. The BMW Assist system can be request a BMW service appointment. reactivated by a service center after you sign a ▷...
  • Page 216: Roadside Assistance

    The BMW Assist Concierge service offers infor‐ mation on events, gas stations, and hotels, and provides phone numbers and addresses. Hotels TeleService can be booked directly by the BMW Assist Con‐ cierge service. The Concierge service is part of General information the optional Convenience Plan.
  • Page 217 If the mobile phone is paired, a con‐ nection is established to Roadside Assis‐ At a glance tance. A business search can be opened via BMW On‐ line. License conditions This product contains NetFront Browser soft‐ ware of ACCESS Co., Ltd. Copyright © 2007 ACCESS Co., Ltd.
  • Page 218: Customer Relations

    Communication ConnectedDrive Operating BMW Online Vehicle equipped with BMW Assist or TeleService To start a search: "BMW Assist" or "ConnectedDrive" ▷ Turn the controller to highlight an element. "Customer Relations" ▷ Press the controller to display an element. "Start service"...
  • Page 219 ConnectedDrive Communication Data transfer To check when your service partner was noti‐ fied: During the updating of BMW services, display "Vehicle Info" the status of the data transfer. "Vehicle status" "BMW Assist" or "ConnectedDrive" Open "Options". "Data transfer" Apps At a glance Certain software applications of a suitable cell phone can be integrated in the vehicle.
  • Page 220 Displaying status Information about the currently available soft‐ ware applications can be displayed. "ConnectedDrive" "BMW apps" PlugIn Selected functions of the cell phone are dis‐ played on the Control Display. They can be op‐ erated via iDrive. Connect cell phone via the snap-in adapter.
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  • Page 223: Mobility

    Mobility In order to always ensure your mobility, you will find important information on operating fluids, wheels and tires, maintenance and Roadside Assistance in the following. Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 914 595 - VI/12...
  • Page 224: Refueling

    Mobility Refueling Refueling Vehicle equipment Fuel cap This chapter describes all series equipment as Opening well as country-specific and special equipment Briefly press the rear edge of the fuel filler offered for this model series.Therefore, it also flap. describes equipment that may not be found in your vehicle, for instance due to the selected special equipment or the country version.
  • Page 225: Fuel Tank Capacity

    Refueling Mobility Manually unlocking fuel filler flap X1 xDrive28i/X1 xDrive35i: approx. 16.6 US gal/ 63 liters. In the event of a malfunction, the fuel filler flap can be released manually: Press the cover out of the cargo area side panel at the rear and remove it. Take the button with the fuel pump symbol out of the holder toward the front and pull.
  • Page 226: Fuel

    This chapter describes all series equipment as well as country-specific and special equipment Recommended fuel quality offered for this model series.Therefore, it also BMW recommends AKI 91. describes equipment that may not be found in your vehicle, for instance due to the selected Minimum fuel grade special equipment or the country version.
  • Page 227 Fuel Mobility Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 914 595 - VI/12...
  • Page 228: Wheels And Tires

    BMW; a list of these is available from your serv‐ special equipment or the country version. This ice center.
  • Page 229 Wheels and tires Mobility Tire inflation pressures for driving including those exceeding 100 mph or 160 km/ above 100 mph or 160 km/h h. Otherwise, tire damage and accidents could occur.◀ Adjust the tire inflation pressures Observe all national and local maximum speed To drive at maximum speeds in excess of limits;...
  • Page 230 Mobility Wheels and tires Tire size Pressure specifications in bar/PSI All pressure specifications in the table are indicated in bar/PSI with cold tires. Cold = ambient temperature 225/50 R 17 94 H M+S A/S RSC 2.4/35 2.9/42 225/45 R 18 91 V M+S A/S RSC 225/50 R 17 94 V RSC 225/45 R 18 91 V RSC 225/50 R 17 94 H M+S RSC...
  • Page 231 Wheels and tires Mobility Tire size Pressure specifications in bar/PSI Front: 225/40 R 19 89 W RSC 2.8/41 Rear: 255/35 R 19 92 W RSC 3.1/45 Compact wheel: Speeds of up to 50 mph/ 80 km/h T 135/80 R 17 103 M 4.2/60 Tire inflation pressures X1 xDrive 28i/X1 xDrive 35i Tire inflation pressure values up to 100 mph/160 km/h...
  • Page 232 Mobility Wheels and tires Tire size Pressure specifications in bar/PSI All pressure specifications in the table are indicated in bar/PSI with cold tires. Cold = ambient temperature 225/50 R 17 94 H M+S A/S RSC 2.4/35 2.9/42 225/50 R 17 94 H RSC 225/50 R 17 94 H M+S RSC 225/45 R 18 91 V M+S A/S RSC 2.6/38...
  • Page 233: Tire Identification Marks

    10 of tires. 2012. BMW recommends that you replace all tires af‐ Tire size ter 6 years at most, even if some tires may last Example: 225/45 R 17 91 V for 10 years.
  • Page 234: Tire Tread

    Mobility Wheels and tires RSC – Run-flat tires depends upon the actual conditions of their use, however, and may depart significantly from the The symbol identifying run-flat tires is a circle norm due to variations in driving habits, service with the letters RSC on the sidewall, refer to practices and differences in road characteristics page 236.
  • Page 235: Tire Damage

    Wheels and tires Mobility Tire damage Changing wheels and tires General information Mounting Inspect your tires often for damage, foreign ob‐ Information on mounting tires jects lodged in the tread, and tread wear. Have mounting and balancing performed only by a service center or tire specialist. Notes If this work is not carried out properly, there is Driving over rough or damaged road surfaces, as...
  • Page 236: Winter Tires

    Mobility Wheels and tires Tire Pressure Monitor will not be able to detect vision. You can obtain this sign from the tire spe‐ a flat tire, refer to page 90. Your service center cialist or from your service center. will be glad to advise you. Maximum speed for winter tires Do not exceed the maximum speed for the Recommended tire brands...
  • Page 237: Snow Chains

    Snow chains Only certain fine-link snow chains have been tested by BMW, classified as safe for use and recommended. Consult your service center for more information. Snow chains must be mounted in pairs and on the rear wheels only.
  • Page 238: Engine Compartment

    Mobility Engine compartment Engine compartment Vehicle equipment describes equipment that may not be found in your vehicle, for instance due to the selected This chapter describes all series equipment as special equipment or the country version. This well as country-specific and special equipment also applies to safety-related functions and sys‐...
  • Page 239: Engine Oil

    Engine compartment Mobility Risk of damage Hood open when driving Before opening the hood, ensure that the If you see any signs that the hood is not wiper arms with wiper blades are folded onto the completely closed while driving, pull over imme‐ window;...
  • Page 240: Possible Displays

    Mobility Engine compartment priate symbol appears in the display, ac‐ Symbol Function companied by the word "OIL". Oil level is too high. Overfilling oil damages the en‐ gine. Have the vehicle checked immediately. The oil level sensor is defective. Do not add engine oil. It is possible to continue driv‐...
  • Page 241: Adding Engine Oil

    Due to national regulations, some oil types are not available in every country. Approved oil types Gasoline engine BMW High Performance SAE 5W-30 BMW Longlife-01 Add a maximum quantity of 1 US quart/1 liter of BMW Longlife-01 FE oil only after a corresponding message appears on the Control Display.
  • Page 242: Oil Change

    Mobility Engine compartment Oil change filler neck, refer also to the diagram next to the filler neck. An oil change should be carried out by the serv‐ ice center only. If the coolant is low, slowly add coolant up to the specified level;...
  • Page 243: Maintenance

    Therefore, hand your service specialist the re‐ BMW Maintenance System mote control that you used most recently. Setting the correct date Make sure the date is set correctly, refer to page 73;...
  • Page 244 Mobility Maintenance Fuel cap Maintenance and repair should be performed by your service center. Make sure to have regular The indicator lamp lights up. maintenance procedures recorded in the vehi‐ If the fuel cap is not properly tightened, cle's Service and Warranty Information Booklet the OBD system may conclude that for US models, and in the Warranty and Service fuel vapor is escaping.
  • Page 245: Replacing Components

    Replacing components Mobility Replacing components Vehicle equipment Front To change the wiper blades, fold up the This chapter describes all series equipment as wiper arms, refer to page 61. well as country-specific and special equipment offered for this model series.Therefore, it also describes equipment that may not be found in your vehicle, for instance due to the selected special equipment or the country version.
  • Page 246: Lamps And Bulbs

    Mobility Replacing components Rear Do not perform work/bulb replacement on xenon headlamps Have any work on the xenon lighting system, in‐ cluding bulb replacement, performed only by a service center. Due to the high voltage present in the system, there is the danger of fatal injuries if work is car‐ ried out improperly.◀...
  • Page 247 Replacing components Mobility Removing the headlamp cover Open the folding cover in the wheel arch. To open the locks, turn them counterclockwise The high beam bulbs can be replaced via the all the way using a coin, for example. engine compartment, and the low beam and turn signal bulbs can be replaced via a folding cover in the wheel arch.
  • Page 248 Mobility Replacing components Remove the bulb. Do not perform work/bulb replacement on xenon headlamps Insert the new bulb. Have any work on the xenon lighting system, in‐ Fold up the wire bracket and lock it. cluding bulb replacement, performed only by a Plug in the connector.
  • Page 249: Tail Lamps

    Replacing components Mobility Turn signals, front 21-watt bulb, PY21W Switch off the lamps and take the remote control out of the ignition lock. Open the folding cover in the wheel arch, re‐ fer to page 247. Backup lamp Roadside parking lamp/tail lamp LED Brake lamp Turn signal Inner brake lamp...
  • Page 250: Changing Wheels

    Mobility Replacing components On the right side, take the button with the Release the bulb holder with the clip, see ar‐ fuel pump symbol out of the holder toward rows, and remove it. the front if necessary. Apply gentle pressure to the bulb while turn‐ Squeeze the lower clips, arrows 2, and take ing it to the left for removal and replacement.
  • Page 251: Vehicle Battery

    Replacing components Mobility Jacking points for the vehicle jack General information Ensure that the battery is sufficiently charged to achieve the full battery life. It may be necessary to charge the battery in the following cases: ▷ When the vehicle is frequently used to drive short distances.
  • Page 252 Mobility Replacing components Maintain the battery in an upright position for transport and storage. Secure the battery so that it does not tip over during transport. Fuses Replacing fuses Never attempt to repair a blown fuse and do not replace a defective fuse with a substitute of another color or amperage rating;...
  • Page 253: Breakdown Assistance

    ▷ The BMW Assist system is logged in to a special equipment or the country version. This wireless communications network sup‐ also applies to safety-related functions and sys‐...
  • Page 254: Warning Triangle

    Emergency Request, the BMW Assist Response Center contacts you and takes further steps to help you. Even if you are unable to respond, the BMW Assist Response Center can take further steps to help you under certain circumstan‐...
  • Page 255: Connecting Jumper Cables

    Switch off any electronic systems/power consumers in both vehicles. Connecting jumper cables Bodywork contact between vehicles Pull off the cap of the BMW starting aid ter‐ minal. There must not be any contact between the bodies of the two vehicles, otherwise there Attach one terminal clamp of the positive is a danger of shorting.◀...
  • Page 256: Tow Truck

    Mobility Breakdown assistance sponding engine or body ground of the ve‐ Do not have the vehicle towed hicle to be started. Have your vehicle transported on a loading platform only; otherwise, damage may occur.◀ Starting the engine Never use spray fluids to start the engine. Tow truck Start the engine of the assisting vehicle and let it run for several minutes at an increased...
  • Page 257: Being Towed

    Breakdown assistance Mobility Being towed Towing methods Follow the towing instructions Do not lift the vehicle Follow all towing instructions, or vehicle Do not lift the vehicle by the tow fitting or damage or accidents may occur.◀ body and chassis parts; otherwise, damage may result.◀...
  • Page 258 Have the cause of the starting difficulties rem‐ ried in the vehicle. It can be screwed in at the edied. front or rear of the BMW. It is located in the tool kit under the cargo floor cover and storage compartment in the cargo area, refer to page 245.
  • Page 259: Care

    Care Mobility Care Vehicle equipment Washing in automatic car washes Give preference to cloth car washes or those This chapter describes all series equipment as that use soft brushes in order to avoid paint well as country-specific and special equipment damage.
  • Page 260: Vehicle Care

    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. If they are very dirty, e.g., beverage stains, use a...
  • Page 261 Care Mobility Caring for special components grease removers, fuel, or such; this could lead to surface damage.◀ Light-alloy wheels Safety belts Use wheel cleaner, particularly during the winter months. Do not use aggressive, acidic, strongly Dirty belt straps impede the reeling action and alkaline or abrasive cleaners, or steam jets thus have a negative impact on safety.
  • Page 262 Mobility Care Displays/screens Clean the displays with an anti-static microfiber cloth. Cleaning displays Do not use chemical or household cleans‐ ers. Keep all fluids and moisture away from the unit. Otherwise, they could affect or damage surfa‐ ces or electrical components. Avoid pressing too hard when cleaning and do not use abrasive materials;...
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  • Page 265: Reference

    Reference This chapter contains technical data, short commands for the voice activation system, and an index that will quickly take you to the information you need. Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 914 595 - VI/12...
  • Page 266: Technical Data

    Reference Technical data Technical data Vehicle equipment describes equipment that may not be found in your vehicle, for instance due to the selected This chapter describes all series equipment as special equipment or the country version. This well as country-specific and special equipment also applies to safety-related functions and sys‐...
  • Page 267 Technical data Reference Tailgate opening height: 80.0 inches/ 2,031 mm Smallest turning circle dia.: 37 ft/11.3 m, with Height with roof antenna: 62 in/1,573 mm xDrive: 38.7 ft/11.8 m. Weights X1 sDrive28i X1 xDrive28i X1 xDrive35i Approved gross vehicle lbs/kg 4,497/2,040 4,707/2,135 4,861/2,205...
  • Page 268: Short Commands For Voice Activation

    Reference Short commands for voice activation system Short commands for voice activation system Vehicle equipment To have the available spoken instructions read out loud: ›Voice commands‹ This chapter describes all series equipment as The following short commands apply to vehicles well as country-specific and special equipment equipped with a voice activation system.
  • Page 269: Vehicle Information

    Short commands for voice activation system Reference Vehicle information Computer Function Command Open the computer. ›Onboard info‹ Open the trip computer. ›Trip computer‹ Vehicle Function Command Open the vehicle information. ›Vehicle info‹ Open the vehicle status. ›Vehicle status‹ Navigation General information Function Command Navigation menu.
  • Page 270 Reference Short commands for voice activation system Function Command Repeat the spoken instruction. ›Repeat voice instructions‹ Switch off the spoken instruction. ›Switch off voice instructions‹ Display the address book. ›Address book‹ Display the most recent destinations. ›Last destinations‹ Open the traffic bulletins. ›Traffic Info‹...
  • Page 271 Short commands for voice activation system Reference Function Command Split screen, facing the direction of travel. ›Split screen map in direction of travel‹ Split screen, perspective. ›Split screen perspective‹ Split screen, expanded intersection zoom. ›Splitscreen Exit ramp view‹ Split screen scale...feet. ›Split screen scale ...
  • Page 272 Reference Short commands for voice activation system Function Command Open the manual search. ›Manual‹ Select a frequency range. ›Select frequency‹ Open a station. ›Select station‹ Function Command Open a frequency. ›Frequency ... Kilohertz‹ e.g., fre‐ quency 753 or 753 kilohertz Open the AM stations.
  • Page 273 Short commands for voice activation system Reference CD/multimedia CD/DVD drive Function Command Select a track. ›Track ...‹ e.g., track 5 ›C D track ...‹ e. g., CD track 5 Play back a CD. ›C D on‹ Select a CD. ›Select C D‹ Select a CD and track.
  • Page 274 Reference Short commands for voice activation system Tone Function Command Open the tone settings. ›Tone‹ Telephone Function Command Dial a phone number. ›Dial number‹ Open the Telephone menu. ›Telephone‹ Display the phone book. ›Phonebook‹ Redialing. ›Redial‹ Display received calls. ›Received calls‹ List of messages.
  • Page 275 Select a name. ›Choose name‹ My contacts. ›My contacts‹ Open the contacts. ›Contacts‹ New contact. ›New contact‹ ConnectedDrive or BMW Assist Function Command Open BMW Assist. ›B M W Assist‹ Open ConnectedDrive. ›Connected Drive‹ Open BMW Online. ›B M W Online‹...
  • Page 276: Everything From A To Z

    Reference Everything from A to Z Everything from A to Z Index Alarm system Assistance with driving off, re‐ Alarm system fer to Drive-off assistant – Avoiding unintentional ABS, Antilock Brake Sys‐ Assistance with starting en‐ alarms gine, refer to Jump-start‐ –...
  • Page 277 BMW Apps Button for starting the engine, Weights BMW Apps, video play‐ refer to Start/Stop button back BMW Assist BMW Assist, refer to Connec‐ Backrest curvature, refer to tedDrive Calendar Lumbar support BMW EfficientDynamics, refer California Proposition 65 Backrests, refer to Seats...
  • Page 278 CD/DVD notes circulated air mode ConnectedDrive CD changer Cleaning, displays Connecting, mobile phone, re‐ CDs, storing Cleaning your BMW, refer to fer to Pairing the mobile Cell phone Care phone Cell phone, installation loca‐ Clock Consumption, refer to Aver‐...
  • Page 279 Everything from A to Z Reference Cruise control Disposal, vehicle battery Cruise control Distance warning, refer to Park – Malfunction Distance Control PDC ECO PRO Cupholder Divided rear seat backrest, re‐ ECO PRO display Curb weight, refer to fer to Enlarging the cargo ECO PRO driving mode Weights area...
  • Page 280 Approved engine oils through water Engine oil, alternative oil External audio device Floor carpet, care types External devices Floor mats, care Engine oil, BMW maintenance External temperature dis‐ FM/AM station system play Fog lamps External temperature display Engine oil change intervals, re‐...
  • Page 281 Everything from A to Z Reference Fuse HDC Hill Descent Control Hills HD Radio Holder for beverages Head airbags Holder for remote control, re‐ Headlamp control, auto‐ fer to Ignition lock Garage door opener, refer to matic 80, Homepage Universal Garage Door Headlamp courtesy delay fea‐...
  • Page 282 Reference Everything from A to Z Inflation pressure monitor, re‐ Intersection, entering for navi‐ Lap-and-shoulder belt, refer to fer to Flat Tire Monitor gation Safety belts Inflation pressure, refer to Tire iPod/iPhone Lashing eyes, securing inflation pressure cargo Information on the navigation LATCH child restraint fixing data system...
  • Page 283 Everything from A to Z Reference Low beams Map display in black and Mounting of child restraint fix‐ Low beams white ing systems – Automatic Map in split screen MP3 player – Bulb replacement Map view Multimedia Low beams, automatic Marking on approved Music collection Low beams, automatic, refer to...
  • Page 284 Reference Everything from A to Z Onboard monitor, refer to Passenger side mirror, tilt‐ Control Display Onboard vehicle tool kit PDC Park Distance Con‐ Radiator fluid, refer to Cool‐ Opening and closing trol – Comfort Access Performance Control Radio-operated key, refer to –...
  • Page 285 Roadside Assistance Screen, refer to Control Dis‐ tance Roadside parking lamp play – Bulb replacement Servotronic Search, refer to BMW On‐ Roadside parking lamps line RON gasoline quality Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 914 595 - VI/12...
  • Page 286 Reference Everything from A to Z Settings Software update Steptronic, refer to Automatic – Changing on the Control Dis‐ SOS, refer to Emergency Re‐ transmission with Step‐ play quest, initiating tronic – Language Sound output 162, Steptronic, refer to Sport pro‐ Settings and information Spare fuse gram and manual mode M/...
  • Page 287 Everything from A to Z Reference Tires Tasks Transmission positions, auto‐ – Inflation pressure Technical changes, refer to matic transmission with Tires, breaking in Safety Steptronic Tires, changing Technical data Transporting children Tires, condition Telephone safely Tires, damage Telephone, adjusting the vol‐ Treble, tone Tire size Trip computer, refer to Dis‐...
  • Page 288 Reference Everything from A to Z Unlocking Voice activation Windows – From the outside – Navigation – Safety switch – Setting the unlocking char‐ Windows, defrosting and de‐ Voice activation, mobile acteristics fogging phone – Tailgate – Automatic climate con‐ Voice activation, short com‐...
  • Page 289 Everything from A to Z Reference Your individual vehicle – Settings, refer to Personal Profile Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 914 595 - VI/12...
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