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Summary of Contents for BMW 3 series

Page 1 Contents Owner's Manual for Vehicle A - Z The Ultimate Driving Machine THE BMW 3 SERIES. OWNER'S MANUAL. Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 902 533 - © 03/12 BMW AG...
Page 2 Please also read the other booklets of vehicle literature, e.g. the Supplementary Owner's Handbook for the BMW M3. We wish you an enjoyable driving experience. BMW AG Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 902 533 - © 03/12 BMW AG...
Page 3 Reprinting, including excerpts, only with the written consent of BMW AG, Munich. US English II/12, 03 12 500 Printed on environmentally friendly paper, bleached without chlorine, suitable for recycling. Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 902 533 - © 03/12 BMW AG...
Page 4: Table Of Contents
Destination entry Destination guidance What to do if … Entertainment On/off and tone Radio Satellite radio CD/DVD player and CD changer Music collection External devices Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 902 533 - © 03/12 BMW AG...
Page 5: Notes
Information on BMW, e.g. on technical aspects, evant section of this Owner's Manual for can also be found on the Internet at information on a particular part or assembly. www.bmwusa.com. Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 902 533 - © 03/12 BMW AG...
Page 7: Service And Warranty
Specifications for required maintenance mea- sures: > BMW Maintenance system > Service and Warranty Information Booklet for US models > Warranty and Service Guide Booklet for Canadian models Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 902 533 - © 03/12 BMW AG...
Page 8: Reporting Safety Defects
Transport Canada, Defect Investigations and Recalls, may tele- phone the toll-free hotline 1-800-333-0510. You can also obtain other information about motor vehicle safety from http://www.tc.gc.ca/ roadsafety Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 902 533 - © 03/12 BMW AG...
Page 10: At A Glance
The section will also assist you in becoming acquainted with the control concepts and options available for operating the various systems. Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 902 533 - © 03/12 BMW AG...
Page 11: At A Glance Dashboard
This also applies to safety related range is described. For this reason, descrip- functions and systems. Around the steering wheel: controls and displays Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 902 533 - © 03/12 BMW AG...
Page 12 16 Adjusting the steering wheel vehicle Cruise control Instrument cluster Active Cruise Control Windshield wipers 18 Releasing the hood Rain sensor 19 OBD socket 20 Opening the trunk lid Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 902 533 - © 03/12 BMW AG...
Page 13 Checking the oil level > Indicator and warning lamps > Settings and information > There is a Check Control message Fuel gauge 10 Resetting the trip odometer Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 902 533 - © 03/12 BMW AG...
Page 14: Indicator And Warning Lamps
Display describe the meanings of the indicator and warning lamps. Canada: parking brake applied Engine malfunction with adverse effect on emissions Canada: engine malfunction with adverse effect on emissions Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 902 533 - © 03/12 BMW AG...
Page 15: Around The Center Console: Controls And Displays
Air distribution to the upper body > Dynamic Traction Control DTC area Central locking system Air distribution to the footwell Automatic air distribution and flow rate Cooling function Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 902 533 - © 03/12 BMW AG...
Page 16 Selecting menus directly Convertible: Opening and closing retractable hardtop 12 Programmable memory keys 13 Switching entertainment audio sources on/ off and adjusting volume 14 Ejecting a CD/DVD Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 902 533 - © 03/12 BMW AG...
Page 17 Microphone for voice activation system and for telephone in hands-free mode SOS: sending an Emergency Request Reading lamps Glass sunroof Interior lamps Passenger airbag status lamp Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 902 533 - © 03/12 BMW AG...
Page 18 Dashboard At a glance Convertible SOS: sending an Emergency Request Reading lamps Interior lamps Passenger airbag status lamp Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 902 533 - © 03/12 BMW AG...
Page 19: Idrive
Controller with buttons You can use the buttons to open the menus > Move in four directions, arrows 3 > Turn, arrow 4 > Push, arrow 5 Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 902 533 - © 03/12 BMW AG...
Page 20: Operating Principle
Open the Telephone menu menu. BACK Show previous panel OPTION Open the Options menu Selecting a menu item The menu items shown in white can be selected. Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 902 533 - © 03/12 BMW AG...
Page 21: Options Menu
Other control options for the selected menu, e.g. "Storing stations". White arrows pointing to the left or right indi- cate that additional panels can be opened. Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 902 533 - © 03/12 BMW AG...
Page 22 > Mobile phone network with strongest reception > Telephone status > Traffic reports reception If necessary, move the controller to the left to display "Time/Date". Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 902 533 - © 03/12 BMW AG...
Page 23: General Information
Press the controller or select "Split screen Symbol Meaning content". CD/DVD player Select the desired menu item. Music collection Gracenote® database AUX-IN port USB audio interface Mobile phone audio interface Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 902 533 - © 03/12 BMW AG...
Page 24: Programmable Memory Keys
Press the button. Move the controller toward the front: to switch from low- > Displaying detailed information: ercase letters to uppercase Press and hold the button letters Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 902 533 - © 03/12 BMW AG...
Page 25 > Destination search: town/city names can be entered with the spelling used in any of the languages available on the Control Display. Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 902 533 - © 03/12 BMW AG...
Page 26: Voice Activation System
Activating voice activation system To have the available commands read aloud: Press the button on the steering wheel. {Voice commands} Wait for the acoustic signal. Say the command. Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 902 533 - © 03/12 BMW AG...
Page 27: Adjusting Volume
> Always speak the commands in the lan- guage of the voice activation system. Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 902 533 - © 03/12 BMW AG...
Page 28 Keep the doors, windows, glass roof/pan- oramic glass roof closed to prevent interfer- ence from ambient noise. > Avoid ambient noise in the vehicle while speaking. Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 902 533 - © 03/12 BMW AG...
Page 30: Controls
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 2 902 533 - © 03/12 BMW AG...
Page 31: Opening And Closing
Service data in the remote control, page 260. remote control and the corresponding settings. The individual settings are stored for a maxi- mum of four remote controls. They are stored Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 902 533 - © 03/12 BMW AG...
Page 33 Switching on interior lamps > "Driver's door only" Pressing the button once unlocks While the car is locked: the driver's door and fuel filler flap. Press the button. Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 902 533 - © 03/12 BMW AG...
Page 34 Confirmation signals You can activate or deactivate the confirmation signals. "Settings" "Door locks" The setting is stored for the remote control cur- rently in use. Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 902 533 - © 03/12 BMW AG...
Page 35: Manual Operation
Depending on the equipment package, the fuel filler flap can be unlocked as needed. Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 902 533 - © 03/12 BMW AG...
Page 36: Automatic Locking
To prevent you from being locked out, the open driver's door cannot be locked using the lock button. Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 902 533 - © 03/12 BMW AG...
Page 37: Emergency Release
When the car's inclination changes, for instance if an attempt is made to jack it up and steal the wheels or to raise it prior to towing away Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 902 533 - © 03/12 BMW AG...
Page 38: Panic Mode
The alarm can be triggered unintentionally by falling Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 902 533 - © 03/12 BMW AG...
Page 39 Unlocking the trunk lid separately This corresponds to pressing the but- > Engine starting ton. To preserve the battery, please make sure that the ignition and all electrical Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 902 533 - © 03/12 BMW AG...
Page 40: Warning Lamps
P, refer to page 62. To switch the engine off when the selector lever is in position N, the remote control must be in the ignition lock. Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 902 533 - © 03/12 BMW AG...
Page 41 All windows open as long as you press the switch. > Press the switch beyond the resistance point: > Press the switch beyond the resistance The window opens automatically. Press the point: Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 902 533 - © 03/12 BMW AG...
Page 43 It is advisable that you close the retractable hardtop when you park the vehicle. Not only does the closed hardtop protect the vehicle interior against unanticipated weather dam- Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 902 533 - © 03/12 BMW AG...
Page 44 Do not interrupt and resume the closing proce- dure several times in close succession as this could damage the mechanism.< Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 902 533 - © 03/12 BMW AG...
Page 45: Wind Deflector
Protective caps are provided in the vehicle for the holders of the wind deflector. Push the fastening pin, arrow 3, into the opening provided on the right side of the Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 902 533 - © 03/12 BMW AG...
Page 46 Turn the rotary handle to position arrow 2. Fold both sections of the wind deflector forward and rest them against the front seats, arrow 3. Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 902 533 - © 03/12 BMW AG...
Page 47: Adjustments
Other- away from the side airbag and do not lean wise, the belt could slide over your hips and Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 902 533 - © 03/12 BMW AG...
Page 48: Manual Adjustment
Pull the lever and apply your weight to the seat or lift it off, as necessary. Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 902 533 - © 03/12 BMW AG...
Page 49: Lumbar Support
Press the front or rear end of the switch. Backrest width decreases or increases accord- ingly. Backrest Convertible: head restraints Coupe: the head restraints are adjusted manu- ally, refer to Head restraints below. Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 902 533 - © 03/12 BMW AG...
Page 50: Head Restraints
In a rear collision of a sufficient strength, the > To lower: press the button, arrow 1, and active head restraint reduces the distance to slide the head restraint down. the head. Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 902 533 - © 03/12 BMW AG...
Page 51: Height Adjustment
Easy entry The easy entry feature includes a memory func- tion for the longitudinal adjustment and back- rest angle. Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 902 533 - © 03/12 BMW AG...
Page 52: Seat Heating
The temperature is lowered or the heating is switched off entirely to save on battery power. The LEDs stay lit. Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 902 533 - © 03/12 BMW AG...
Page 53: Seat And Mirror Memory
Guide the belt into its reel. or 2. The adjusting procedure is halted immediately when you touch a seat adjustment switch or one of the memory buttons. Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 902 533 - © 03/12 BMW AG...
Page 54: Exterior Mirrors
Do not gauge your distance from traffic behind you on the basis of what you see in the mirror; Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 902 533 - © 03/12 BMW AG...
Page 55: Interior Rearview Mirror
Automatic heating Depending on the outside temperature, both exterior mirrors are heated automatically when the engine is running or the ignition is switched Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 902 533 - © 03/12 BMW AG...
Page 56: Steering Wheel Heating
Fold the lever down. Move the steering wheel to the preferred height and angle to suit your seated posi- tion. Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 902 533 - © 03/12 BMW AG...
Page 57: Transporting Children Safely
Insert key and push in. Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 902 533 - © 03/12 BMW AG...
Page 59 Rear window shelf ing the use of a tether strap can be properly secured in the vehicle. Seat backrest Upper retaining strap of child restraint sys- Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 902 533 - © 03/12 BMW AG...
Page 60 Use the hook to clip the retaining strap to the anchor. Push the head restraint into its lowermost position. Pull the retaining strap taut. Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 902 533 - © 03/12 BMW AG...
Page 61: Driving
In cars with Comfort Access, by touching of the ignition lock as this may cause the surface above the door lock, refer to damage.< Locking on page Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 902 533 - © 03/12 BMW AG...
Page 62: Manual Transmission
Comfort Access, inside the vehicle, refer to page 38. Depress the brake. Press the Start/Stop button. The engine starts independent of the current transmission position. Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 902 533 - © 03/12 BMW AG...
Page 63: Switching Off The Engine
P. ing action, occasionally apply the parking brake lightly when the vehicle is slowly coming to a stop if the traffic conditions are suitable. Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 902 533 - © 03/12 BMW AG...
Page 64: Selector Lever Positions
P and switch off the engine: interlock. Removing the remote control from the ignition lock, refer to page 60. Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 902 533 - © 03/12 BMW AG...
Page 65 To deactivate the sport program or manual mode M/S, move the selector lever to the right into position D. > To upshift, briefly pull the right shift paddle +. Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 902 533 - © 03/12 BMW AG...
Page 66: System Limitations
Avoid frequent powerful accelerations from zero and do not hold the vehicle on inclines by pressing lightly on the accelerator while letting Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 902 533 - © 03/12 BMW AG...
Page 67: Selector Lever Positions
The engaged selector lever position is also dis- page 263.< played on the selector lever. Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 902 533 - © 03/12 BMW AG...
Page 68: Gear Shifting
> At a stop, the transmission is automatically shifted down to the first gear. Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 902 533 - © 03/12 BMW AG...
Page 69: Activating The System
> Press the SPORT button again. > Switch off the engine. The LED in the button goes out and SPORT disappears from the info display. Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 902 533 - © 03/12 BMW AG...
Page 70: Launch Control
Replace cover again. activated whenever possible.< Clip the selector lever sleeve back into place. Forcefully apply the parking brake. Jump-starting and towing, starting on page 275. Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 902 533 - © 03/12 BMW AG...
Page 71: Turn Signals
Switching on wipers Press the lever upward, arrow 1. The lever automatically returns to its initial posi- tion when released. Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 902 533 - © 03/12 BMW AG...
Page 72: Washer Fluid
Otherwise, fluid spills constitute a fire sensor hazard and a risk to personal safety.< Press the button again, arrow 3. The LED goes out. Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 902 533 - © 03/12 BMW AG...
Page 73: Cruise Control
You can shift gears while cruise control is acti- increased by up to 5 mph or 10 km/h. vated. The system is deactivated when you The system stores and maintains the speed. Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 902 533 - © 03/12 BMW AG...
Page 74: Warning Lamp
Selected speed is displayed briefly vated. If --- mph or --- km/h temporarily appears > when DSC or ABS is intervening. in the instrument cluster display, it is pos- Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 902 533 - © 03/12 BMW AG...
Page 75: Active Cruise Control
If the vehicle roads with sharp curves such as highway off- Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 902 533 - © 03/12 BMW AG...
Page 76 2, at a driving speed of more than approx. 20 mph or 30 km/h. > Press downward: Increase distance. > Press upward: Decrease distance. Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 902 533 - © 03/12 BMW AG...
Page 77: Deactivating Cruise Control
> when the speed is reduced to below 20 mph or 30 km/h due to a traffic situation. Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 902 533 - © 03/12 BMW AG...
Page 78: Radar Sensor
Rules. Operation is subject to the following two vehicle yourself. Active Cruise conditions: Control cannot automatically restore the dis- tance to the vehicle ahead. Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 902 533 - © 03/12 BMW AG...
Page 80: Your Responsibility
Otherwise, the system may not be able to brake vehicle.< Because of the limited range of the system, it is possible that in curves or on the peaks and val- Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 902 533 - © 03/12 BMW AG...
Page 81: Controls Overview
> To display the time, outside temperature Press button 1 in the instrument cluster. and odometer briefly while the ignition is switched off Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 902 533 - © 03/12 BMW AG...
Page 82: Fuel Gauge
210 7/1006 and approx. 3007/ 1506. If the engine oil temperature is too high, a mes- sage appears on the Control Display. Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 902 533 - © 03/12 BMW AG...
Page 83: Average Fuel Consumption
Refuel as soon as possible once your cruising range falls below 30 miles/ 50 km; otherwise, engine functions are not ensured and damage can occur.< Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 902 533 - © 03/12 BMW AG...
Page 84 You can reset the values for average speed and average consumption: Select the respective menu entry. Press the controller to confirm your selec- tion. Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 902 533 - © 03/12 BMW AG...
Page 85: Settings And Information
When the lights are on: instrument lighting make no entries within approx. 15 seconds. If brightness required, complete the current setting first. Calling up Check Control Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 902 533 - © 03/12 BMW AG...
Page 86: Units Of Measure
Service Advisor.< For certain maintenance operations, you can view the respective distance remaining or due date individually in the instrument cluster. Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 902 533 - © 03/12 BMW AG...
Page 87: Possible Displays
Move the controller to the left. Symbols No service is currently required. The deadline for service or a legally man- dated inspection is approaching. The service deadline has already passed. Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 902 533 - © 03/12 BMW AG...
Page 88: Setting The Time
The date entry is stored. To exit from the menu: Move the controller to the left. More information on the BMW Maintenance System can be found on page 260. Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 902 533 - © 03/12 BMW AG...
Page 89 The time zone is stored. Date The settings are stored for the remote control currently in use, refer also to Personal Profile on page 30. Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 902 533 - © 03/12 BMW AG...
Page 90: Check Control
Several of the lamps are checked for proper Setting the date format functioning and light up temporarily when the "Settings" engine is started or the ignition is switched on. "Time/Date" Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 902 533 - © 03/12 BMW AG...
Page 91 Depending on the Check Control message, you can select from among the following functions in the supplementary text messages. > "Service request" Contact your BMW center. Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 902 533 - © 03/12 BMW AG...
Page 92: Speed Limit
Via iDrive The speed limit is stored. "Vehicle Info" Applying your current speed as the "Vehicle status" limit "Check Control" "Settings" "Speed" Select the text message. Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 902 533 - © 03/12 BMW AG...
Page 93 Setting the language The brightness is automatically adapted to the "Settings" ambient lighting conditions. However, you can "Language/Units" change the basic setting. "Settings" "Control display" Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 902 533 - © 03/12 BMW AG...
Page 94 The setting is stored for the remote control cur- rently in use. In bright conditions, for example, the brightness control may not be clearly visi- ble. Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 902 533 - © 03/12 BMW AG...
Page 95: Technology For Driving Comfort And
R. Wait this short period before driving. sensors > If you are driving parallel to a wall. Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 902 533 - © 03/12 BMW AG...
Page 96: Abs Antilock Brake System
Therefore, do not reduce the additional Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 902 533 - © 03/12 BMW AG...
Page 97: Dynamic Traction Control Dtc
DSC OFF is displayed in the instrument cluster: DSC is deactivated. Deactivating DTC Press the button again; the indicator lamp in the instrument cluster goes out. Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 902 533 - © 03/12 BMW AG...
Page 98: Hill Descent Control Hdc
The HDC display disappears during HDC oper- ation, or does not appear: HDC is temporarily unavailable due to exces- sive brake temperature, or DSC has failed. Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 902 533 - © 03/12 BMW AG...
Page 99: Drive-Off Assistant
Do not initialize the system when driving with reinitialize the system. snow chains. "Vehicle Info" System limitations "Vehicle status" Sudden serious tire damage caused by external influences cannot be indicated in advance.< Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 902 533 - © 03/12 BMW AG...
Page 100 50 mph/80 km/h. center.< When driving with a damaged tire: Avoid sudden braking and steering maneu- vers. Do not exceed a speed of 50 mph/80 km/h. Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 902 533 - © 03/12 BMW AG...
Page 101: Tire Pressure Monitor Tpm
The system cannot detect a puncture. "Vehicle status" Reasons for this may be: > TPM is being reset. > Interference from systems or devices that use the same radio frequency. Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 902 533 - © 03/12 BMW AG...
Page 102: Resetting The System
With an average load, it may be possible to drive for approx. 50 miles/80 km. Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 902 533 - © 03/12 BMW AG...
Page 103 Driving up in yellow. The tires appear in gray on a significantly underinflated tire causes the Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 902 533 - © 03/12 BMW AG...
Page 104: Active Steering
This improves the handling of your BMW over the entire speed range. Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 902 533 - © 03/12 BMW AG...
Page 105: Brake Force Display
Do not attempt to remove the event of side impact. The relevant side air- Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 902 533 - © 03/12 BMW AG...
Page 106 If the desired airbag status cannot be achieved by Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 902 533 - © 03/12 BMW AG...
Page 107 Repeat the procedure for the other protec- As a supplementary system to the reinforced tion bar. windshield frame, the rollover protection sys- Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 902 533 - © 03/12 BMW AG...
Page 108 To check the system and ensure flawless long- term operation, always observe the service intervals, refer to page 85.< Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 902 533 - © 03/12 BMW AG...
Page 109: Lamps
To avoid matically switched off if the light switch is in safety risks, you should always switch on the position 0, 2, or 3. Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 902 533 - © 03/12 BMW AG...
Page 110: Running Lights
Set a time of duration or deactivate the function. The concept Adaptive Light Control is a variable headlamp control system that enables better illumination of the road surface. Depending on the steering Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 902 533 - © 03/12 BMW AG...
Page 111 The system automati- cally switches from high beams to low beams Headlamp flasher and vice versa in response to oncoming traffic, Roadside parking lamps Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 902 533 - © 03/12 BMW AG...
Page 112 In detecting poorly-lit road users, such as pedestrians, cyclists, horseback riders and wagons; when driving close to train or ship traffic; and at animal crossings Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 902 533 - © 03/12 BMW AG...
Page 113: Fog Lamps
"SET". Interior lamps, front and rear: Press button 2. To switch on and off, press the button. Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 902 533 - © 03/12 BMW AG...
Page 114: Reading Lamps
3 seconds. Reading lamps There are reading lamps at the front and rear, next to the interior lights. To switch on and off, press the button. Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 902 533 - © 03/12 BMW AG...
Page 115: Climate
Airflow directed toward the windshield and Air to the footwell side windows Air distribution, manual Air to the upper body area Temperature, left side Draft-free ventilation Maximum cooling Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 902 533 - © 03/12 BMW AG...
Page 116: Automatic Climate Control
The automatic climate control Depending on the selected temperature, AUTO achieves this temperature as intensity and outside influences, the air is quickly as possible regardless of the season, Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 902 533 - © 03/12 BMW AG...
Page 117: All Program
The air flow rate is lowered or switched off entirely to reduce the drain on the battery. The display remains the same. Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 902 533 - © 03/12 BMW AG...
Page 118: Rear Window Defroster
If the air quality deteriorates or the window fogs over, switch the system back on and increase the air volume.< Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 902 533 - © 03/12 BMW AG...
Page 119: Parked Car Ventilation
Turn the controller: set the minutes. ing in between to allow the battery to recharge. Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 902 533 - © 03/12 BMW AG...
Page 120 Display flashes when the system has switched The respective system is switched on within the next 24 hours only. After these have elapsed, it must be reactivated.< Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 902 533 - © 03/12 BMW AG...
Page 121: Practical Interior Accessories
LED on the inside mirror to page 122. flashes. All programs of the buttons on the rearview mirror are deleted. Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 902 533 - © 03/12 BMW AG...
Page 122 Integrated universal remote control and the after approx. 60 seconds, alter the distance device must also be synchronized. and repeat this step or, if the programming Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 902 533 - © 03/12 BMW AG...
Page 123: Digital Compass
> Press briefly: switch display on/off > 3 to 6 seconds: set compass zone Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 902 533 - © 03/12 BMW AG...
Page 124: Setting The Language
The setting is automatically saved after approx. your vehicle and that you have enough 10 seconds. space to drive in a circle. Set the currently valid compass zone. Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 902 533 - © 03/12 BMW AG...
Page 125: Roller Sunblinds
Closing Fold the cover up. Locking To lock the glove compartment, use the inte- grated key of the remote control, refer to page 30. Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 902 533 - © 03/12 BMW AG...
Page 126 Nets are provided on the front-seat backrests. ing.< Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 902 533 - © 03/12 BMW AG...
Page 127 Coupe: rear There are two additional cupholders in the rear center armrest. Push the ridge on the cover. Press the front of the armrest. Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 902 533 - © 03/12 BMW AG...
Page 128: Cigarette Lighter Socket
When leaving the car, always remove the remote control so that children cannot operate the cigarette lighter and burn themselves.< Open the cap. Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 902 533 - © 03/12 BMW AG...
Page 129 140. You can fold down the rear seat backrest to transport light objects in the rear without dam- Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 902 533 - © 03/12 BMW AG...
Page 130 Hooks for hanging up, e.g., shopping bags refer to page 139. or tote bags > Rubber strap on the left trim panel for securing small objects such as a folding umbrella Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 902 533 - © 03/12 BMW AG...
Page 131: Lashing Eyes
140. Only place clean skis in the ski bag. Wrap sharp edges to prevent damage. Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 902 533 - © 03/12 BMW AG...
Page 132: Securing Cargo
Pull the handle, arrow 1. page 128. Pull out the insert, arrow 2. For more information on the various inserts available, contact your BMW cen- ter.< Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 902 533 - © 03/12 BMW AG...
Page 133 Only place clean skis in the transport bag. Wrap sharp edges to prevent damage. You can use the snaps to shorten the transport bag if you do not need its full length. Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 902 533 - © 03/12 BMW AG...
Page 136: 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 2 902 533 - © 03/12 BMW AG...
Page 137: Things To Remember When Driving
200 miles/300 km. Close the windows and glass roof An open glass roof or window causes higher air resistance and thus increases fuel consump- tion. Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 902 533 - © 03/12 BMW AG...
Page 138: General Driving Notes
Drive cautiously. The fuel supply is interrupted when coasting. Hot exhaust system In all vehicles, extremely high tempera- tures are generated in the exhaust sys- Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 902 533 - © 03/12 BMW AG...
Page 140: Cargo Loading
XXX kilograms or brakes will tend to respond with a pulsating YYY pounds. effect that even extended application will fail to cure. Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 902 533 - © 03/12 BMW AG...
Page 141: Stowing Cargo
Cover sharp edges and corners. > For very heavy cargo when the rear seat is not occupied, secure each safety belt in the opposite buckle. Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 902 533 - © 03/12 BMW AG...
Page 142 Fasten roof-mounted cargo correctly and securely to prevent it from shifting or falling off during the trip. Drive smoothly. Avoid sudden acceleration and braking maneuvers. Take corners gently. Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 902 533 - © 03/12 BMW AG...
Page 144: Navigation
Navigation This chapter describes how you can enter destinations and specify your route so that your navigation system guides you reliably to your destination. Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 902 533 - © 03/12 BMW AG...
Page 145: Navigation System
DVD and change the DVD if needed. General information Navigation data and authorization codes are available from your BMW center. Navigation data are stored in the vehicle and can be updated. Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 902 533 - © 03/12 BMW AG...
Page 146 Navigation system Navigation Removing navigation DVD Press button 1. The DVD emerges slightly from the drive. Remove the DVD. Querying status Press the button. "Navigation update" Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 902 533 - © 03/12 BMW AG...
Page 147: Destination Entry
You can skip the entry of state/province and town/city if the current entries should be retained for your new destination. Entering a state/province "Navigation" "Enter address" Select "State/Province" or displayed coun- try. Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 902 533 - © 03/12 BMW AG...
Page 148 Change to the list of street names. Entering the postal code Select "In" displayed country. Select "Town/City/Postal Code" or the dis- played town/city. Select the symbol. Select the digits. Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 902 533 - © 03/12 BMW AG...
Page 149: Address Book
"Last name" and "First name" if you wish. If the contacts with addresses from the "Store in vehicle" mobile phone are not displayed, they first Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 902 533 - © 03/12 BMW AG...
Page 150: Last Destinations
Destinations can be edited, for example, to "Address book" change the house number of an existing entry. "Home" "Navigation" "Last destinations" Highlight the destination. Open "Options". "Edit destination" Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 902 533 - © 03/12 BMW AG...
Page 151 Move the controller toward the left to exit > "Along route" category details. "Start search" A-Z search A list of the special destinations is dis- "A-Z search" played. "Town/City" Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 902 533 - © 03/12 BMW AG...
Page 152: Selecting The Destination
To shift the map: move the controller in Open "Options". the required direction. > To shift the map diagonally: move the controller in the required direction and turn it. Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 902 533 - © 03/12 BMW AG...
Page 153 The section of the map around the cur- rent position is displayed. Continue making the entry as prompted by the system. > "Find points of interest", refer to page 150. Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 902 533 - © 03/12 BMW AG...
Page 154 Enter the intermediate destination. Entering a street or intersection "Start guidance" The street or intersection is entered in the same manner as the town/city. Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 902 533 - © 03/12 BMW AG...
Page 155 The trip is stored in the trip list under the "Navigation" entered name. "Stored trips" "Last trip" Selecting a stored trip "Start guidance" "Navigation" "Stored trips" Select the desired trip. "Start guidance" Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 902 533 - © 03/12 BMW AG...
Page 156: Destination Guidance
Continuing destination guidance. guidance If the destination was not reached during the last trip, destination guidance can be resumed. "Resume guidance" Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 902 533 - © 03/12 BMW AG...
Page 157: Lane Information
The following information is displayed during route guidance: > Large arrow: current direction of travel. > Small arrow: indicates the next change of direction. > Intersection view. > Lane information. Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 902 533 - © 03/12 BMW AG...
Page 158 Destination guidance "Navigation" through voice instructions "Map" Switching voice instructions on/off Voice instructions can be switched on or off during destination guidance. "Navigation" "Map" "Voice instructions" Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 902 533 - © 03/12 BMW AG...
Page 159 Changing scale Traffic bulletins, refer to page 159. Select the symbol. Turn the controller to adjust the scale. Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 902 533 - © 03/12 BMW AG...
Page 160 User is in material breach of the terms and con- Select "Split screen content" or scale. ditions contained herein. A. Total Traffic Network, a division of Clear Channel Broadcasting, Inc. ("Total Traffic Net- Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 902 533 - © 03/12 BMW AG...
Page 161 Total Traffic Network, Inrix, Inc., or BMW NA are aware of the possibility of such damages. These limitations apply to all claims, Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 902 533 - © 03/12 BMW AG...
Page 162 Traffic bulletins from the selected categories sible alternate route. are displayed on the map. > Traffic bulletins that lie on the route are always shown. Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 902 533 - © 03/12 BMW AG...
Page 163 > Certain hazards are displayed regardless of the setting. To activate dynamic route guidance: "Navigation" Open "Options". "Dynamic guidance" Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 902 533 - © 03/12 BMW AG...
Page 164: What To Do If
The map view is displayed in grayscale? "Traffic conditions/gray map" active: the Control Display changes to a grayscale dis- play. This enables a better view of the traffic bulletins. Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 902 533 - © 03/12 BMW AG...
Page 166: Entertainment
Entertainment Operation of the radio, CD equipment and external audio devices as well as their tone settings are described in this chapter. Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 902 533 - © 03/12 BMW AG...
Page 167: On/Off And Tone
The sound output is available for approx. 20 minutes after the ignition was switched off. For sound output, switch the unit back on. Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 902 533 - © 03/12 BMW AG...
Page 168: Setting Tone Controls
"Balance": left/right volume distribution > "Fader": front/rear volume distribution Adjustments "CD/Multimedia", "Radio" or "Settings". "Tone" To adjust: turn the controller. To store: press the controller. Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 902 533 - © 03/12 BMW AG...
Page 169 > "Microphone": volume of the microphone during a phone conversation. > "Loudspeak.": volume of the speaker dur- ing a phone conversation. Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 902 533 - © 03/12 BMW AG...
Page 170: Radio
11. Selecting a station manually Station selection via the frequency. "Radio" "FM" or "AM" "Manual" Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 902 533 - © 03/12 BMW AG...
Page 171: Storing Stations
Select the desired station. The setting is stored for the remote control cur- rently in use. HD Radio™ reception Many radio stations transmit analog and digital signals. Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 902 533 - © 03/12 BMW AG...
Page 172: Selecting A Station
Select the desired station. tion names of the substations end in HD2, HD3, Open "Options". etc. "Delete entry" Select the desired station. Press the controller. Select the substation. Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 902 533 - © 03/12 BMW AG...
Page 173: Satellite Radio
Reception is best when you have an unobstructed view to the sky. The "Radio" channel name is displayed in the status line. "Satellite radio" Open "Options". Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 902 533 - © 03/12 BMW AG...
Page 174: Storing Channel
Via the button in the area of the CD/ DVD player Press the button for the corresponding direction. The next channel is selected. Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 902 533 - © 03/12 BMW AG...
Page 175 Accessing Time shift "Radio" Activating "Satellite radio" "Radio" "Replay - Time shift" "Satellite radio" "Replay - Time shift" "Automatic time shift" Deactivating "Automatic time shift" Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 902 533 - © 03/12 BMW AG...
Page 176 Select the desired league. "Satellite radio" Select "Add all teams" or a desired team. "Manage favorites" Highlight the favorites you wish to delete. Open "Options". "Delete entry" Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 902 533 - © 03/12 BMW AG...
Page 177 About twice a year, Sirius carries out an update of the names and positions of the channels. The update occurs automatically and can take sev- eral minutes. Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 902 533 - © 03/12 BMW AG...
Page 178: Cd/Dvd Player And Cd Changer
> CD: CD-ROM, CD-R, CD-RW, CD-DA > Compressed audio files: MP3, WMA, AAC, CD changer > CD: CD-ROM, CD-R, CD-RW, CD-DA Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 902 533 - © 03/12 BMW AG...
Page 179 Random sequence playback, Random The tracks on the current CD/DVD are played once in random sequence. "CD/Multimedia" "CD/DVD" Select the desired CD or DVD. Open "Options". Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 902 533 - © 03/12 BMW AG...
Page 180: Starting Playback
To open the Video menu: ica, New Zealand Turn the controller during playback. Northwest Asia, North Africa Press the controller when "Back" is dis- played. China All regions Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 902 533 - © 03/12 BMW AG...
Page 181 DVD menu; also refer to the information on Brightness, contrast, color your DVD. Turn the controller during playback. Open "Options". Language "Display settings" Turn the controller during playback. Open "Options". Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 902 533 - © 03/12 BMW AG...
Page 182: Selecting Track
Turn the controller when the DVD menu is displayed. Open "Options". "Additional options" "Select title" Select the desired track. VCD/SVCD: "Select track" Select the desired track. Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 902 533 - © 03/12 BMW AG...
Page 183 CDs/DVDs than stationary devices would be. Pull out the desired compartment and take out the CD. If a CD/DVD cannot be played, first check if it has been inserted correctly. Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 902 533 - © 03/12 BMW AG...
Page 184 Macrovision. Unless otherwise agreed with Macrovision, media with this pro- tection may only be used for private purposes. Copying of this technology is prohibited. Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 902 533 - © 03/12 BMW AG...
Page 185: Music Collection
Inc., copyright © 2000-2009 Gracenote. player; otherwise, the storage process will be Gracenote Software, copyright © 2000-2009 interrupted. Gracenote. This product and service may prac- Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 902 533 - © 03/12 BMW AG...
Page 186: Music Search
To update the database, contact your service center. Music search All tracks for which additional information has been stored can be accessed by the music Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 902 533 - © 03/12 BMW AG...
Page 187 "Music collection" "Start play" "Top 50" The list of tracks is automatically repeated. Select the desired track, if necessary. Restarting the music search "New search" Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 902 533 - © 03/12 BMW AG...
Page 188: Managing Music
Open "Options". Select the letters individually. "Random" Deleting an album An album cannot be deleted while a track from it is being played. "CD/Multimedia" "Music collection" Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 902 533 - © 03/12 BMW AG...
Page 189 Connect the USB medium to the USB inter- Open "Options". face in the glove compartment, refer to "Delete music collection" page 124. "CD/Multimedia" "Music collection" Open "Options". Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 902 533 - © 03/12 BMW AG...
Page 190: External Devices
If this volume differs markedly from the volume of the other audio sources, it is advisable to adjust the volumes. Adjusting volume "CD/Multimedia" "External devices" if applicable "AUX front" Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 902 533 - © 03/12 BMW AG...
Page 191: File Systems
It can take some time, depending on Popular file systems for USB devices are sup- the USB device and the number of tracks. ported. The format FAT 32 is recommended. Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 902 533 - © 03/12 BMW AG...
Page 192: Copy Protection
Additionally for USB devices: file directory; "CD/Multimedia" if applicable, composer. "External devices" Track titles are displayed if they have been stored in the Latin alphabet. Select the or symbol. "Playlists" Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 902 533 - © 03/12 BMW AG...
Page 193: Bluetooth Audio
Using a mobile phone as an audio source, refer to page 190. Select the desired video file to begin play- back. Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 902 533 - © 03/12 BMW AG...
Page 194 If the pairing was not successful: What to do if…, refer to page 195. Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 902 533 - © 03/12 BMW AG...
Page 195 Previous track Reverse: press and hold the symbol. symbol displayed in white: device is active as an audio source. Disconnecting an audio connection "CD/Multimedia" "Bluetooth® (audio)" Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 902 533 - © 03/12 BMW AG...
Page 196 Disconnect one of the two connections, e.g. the audio connection, refer to page 194, Is the passkey input taking longer than and start playback again. 30 seconds? Repeat the pairing procedure. Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 902 533 - © 03/12 BMW AG...
Page 197: Software Update
It is not possible to per- form the update using the USB interface in the glove compartment. "Settings" "Software update" Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 902 533 - © 03/12 BMW AG...
Page 200: Communications
Communications This chapter describes how to use the telephone, BMW Assist and BMW TeleService. Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 902 533 - © 03/12 BMW AG...
Page 201: Telephone
It is possible to perform a software update, refer to page 196. Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 902 533 - © 03/12 BMW AG...
Page 202: Audio Source
For information on suitable > Ignition switched on. mobile phones that support these functions, refer to page 200. "Telephone" "Bluetooth® (phone)" Open "Options". Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 902 533 - © 03/12 BMW AG...
Page 203 Three devices can be con- nected to the vehicle simultaneously. If the pairing was not successful: What to do if…, refer to page 204. Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 902 533 - © 03/12 BMW AG...
Page 204 Highlight the device to be unpaired. Additional functions can be activated or deacti- Open "Options". vated in paired and connected devices. "Telephone" "Bluetooth® (phone)" Highlight the device to be configured. Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 902 533 - © 03/12 BMW AG...
Page 205 Adjust the volume of the microphone and device. speaker separately. If you have gone through all items in the list and still cannot activate the desired function, please Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 902 533 - © 03/12 BMW AG...
Page 206: Incoming Call
To adjust: turn the controller. been activated. To store: press the controller. Ending a call Press the button on the steering wheel "Telephone" "End call" Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 902 533 - © 03/12 BMW AG...
Page 207 Accepting a call while speaking to another party This function may have to be activated by the service provider and the mobile phone may need to be set for this. Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 902 533 - © 03/12 BMW AG...
Page 208: Phone Book
The connection is access an answering machine. This requires established. the DTMF code. Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 902 533 - © 03/12 BMW AG...
Page 209 Deleting entries depends upon the mobile Deleting a single entry or all entries phone. Deleting entries depends upon the mobile Highlight the entry. phone. Open "Options". Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 902 533 - © 03/12 BMW AG...
Page 210: Voice Commands
Having possible commands read aloud phone if so desired, depending on the mobile The system understands default commands phone. that must be spoken word for word. {Help}. Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 902 533 - © 03/12 BMW AG...
Page 211 Selecting an entry Deleting phone number {Dial name}. {Delete}. Say the name when prompted. All digits entered up to this point are deleted. Confirm request: {Yes} Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 902 533 - © 03/12 BMW AG...
Page 212: Snap-In Adapter
Avoid ambient noise in the vehicle while Insert the snap-in adapter at the front, speaking. arrow 1, and press downward, arrow 2, until it clicks into place. Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 902 533 - © 03/12 BMW AG...
Page 213 Push the mobile phone with the buttons facing upward toward the electrical connec- tions and press down until it engages. Removing mobile phone Press the button and remove the mobile phone. Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 902 533 - © 03/12 BMW AG...
Page 214: Office
A suitable mobile phone is paired with the vehicle and connected. In some mobile phones, the data access to the mobile phone must be confirmed. Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 902 533 - © 03/12 BMW AG...
Page 215 Dialing phone numbers Open "Options". Select the desired contact. "Check as destination" Select phone number. Correct and store the address, if necessary. The connection is established. Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 902 533 - © 03/12 BMW AG...
Page 216 The mobile phone must support this function. "Office" "Contacts" Open "Options". "Configure Bluetooth®" "Show images" Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 902 533 - © 03/12 BMW AG...
Page 217: Deleting Contacts
> Messages from BMW Info. All messages are displayed. > Emails from the mobile phone. > "E-mail" Only text messages from mobile phones are displayed. Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 902 533 - © 03/12 BMW AG...
Page 218 Select the desired message. Highlight the desired message. Open "Options". Open "Options". "Store contact in vehicle" "Store as new contact" or "Add to existing contact" Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 902 533 - © 03/12 BMW AG...
Page 219: Displaying Messages
Select the desired message. display details. If the e-mail address is not stored in the con- tacts, then it may be that only the e-mail address is displayed. Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 902 533 - © 03/12 BMW AG...
Page 220: Displaying Calendar
Appointments of the current day are dis- played. "Office" "Tasks" Selecting calendar day Sorting task list Select date. Select the top line in the task list. Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 902 533 - © 03/12 BMW AG...
Page 221 Displaying a contact or dialing a phone number "Use contact data" To scroll through the note, if necessary: > Turn the controller. > Select the symbol. Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 902 533 - © 03/12 BMW AG...
Page 222 If you have gone through all items in the list and still cannot activate the desired func- tion please contact Customer Relations or a BMW center. Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 902 533 - © 03/12 BMW AG...
Page 223: Contacts
My contacts General information List of all contacts that are stored in the vehicle. If input boxes are already filled with previous entries: "Delete input fields" Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 902 533 - © 03/12 BMW AG...
Page 224 Deleting contacts "My contacts" Highlight the contact. Open "Options". "Delete contact" or "Delete all contacts". Change the entries. Move the controller to the left. "Yes" Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 902 533 - © 03/12 BMW AG...
Page 225: Connecteddrive
Stolen Vehicle Recovery: after you report to signal must be available. the police that your vehicle was stolen, the BMW Assist Response Center can deter- mine its position. Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 902 533 - © 03/12 BMW AG...
Page 226: Roadside Assistance
BMW center or contact Cus- Contact with BMW Roadside Assistance can tomer Relations. also be established using a Check Control mes- sage, refer to page 89. Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 902 533 - © 03/12 BMW AG...
Page 227: Bmw Online
These data are "OK" if necessary automatically transmitted. The BMW Online start page is displayed. Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 902 533 - © 03/12 BMW AG...
Page 228: Customer Relations
"BMW Assist" or "ConnectedDrive" "Customer Relations" The Customer Relations phone number is dis- played. If a mobile phone is paired, a connection is established to Customer Relations. Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 902 533 - © 03/12 BMW AG...
Page 229 Assist, and BMW Online. can only be used when the vehicle is stopped.< "Update BMW Assist" To avoid malfunctions, only use software applications approved by BMW.< Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 902 533 - © 03/12 BMW AG...
Page 230 Some software appli- cations are dependent on the speed of the available Internet connection of the mobile phone. Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 902 533 - © 03/12 BMW AG...
Page 232: Mobility
This section helps you maintain your car's mobility by supplying important information on vital topics including fuels and lubricants, wheels and tires, service, maintenance and Roadside Assistance. Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 902 533 - © 03/12 BMW AG...
Page 233: Refueling
The filler neck is designed for refueling at diesel fuel pumps. In the event of a malfunction, you can release the fuel filler flap manually: Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 902 533 - © 03/12 BMW AG...
Page 234: Fuel Tank Capacity
Recommended fuel grade The fuel tank is full when the filler nozzle clicks BMW recommends AKI 91. off the first time. Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 902 533 - © 03/12 BMW AG...
Page 235 BP or Top Tier retailers. Failure to comply with these recommendations may result in the need for unscheduled mainte- nance.< Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 902 533 - © 03/12 BMW AG...
Page 236: Wheels And Tires
After correcting the tire inflation pressure, 160 km/h. Do not exceed this speed; otherwise, reset the Tire Pressure Monitor, refer to tire damage and accidents could occur.< Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 902 533 - © 03/12 BMW AG...
Page 237 100 mph or 160 km/h. Otherwise, tire damage and accidents could occur.< Observe all national and local maximum speed limits; otherwise, violations of the laws could occur. Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 902 533 - © 03/12 BMW AG...
Page 238 Rear: 255/40 R 17 94 V 2.4/35 3.0/44 Front: 225/40 R 18 88 W RSC 2.2/32 2.7/39 Rear: 255/35 R 18 90 W RSC 2.7/39 3.2/46 Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 902 533 - © 03/12 BMW AG...
Page 239 Rear: 255/30 R 19 91 Y XL 3.0/44 3.2/46 Compact spare wheel: Traveling speeds up to a max. of 50 mph/80 km/h T 125/80 R 17 99 M 4.2/60 Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 902 533 - © 03/12 BMW AG...
Page 240 Rear: 255/30 R 19 91 Y XL 3.0/44 3.0/44 Compact spare wheel: Traveling speeds up to a max. of 50 mph/80 km/h T 125/80 R 17 99 M 4.2/60 Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 902 533 - © 03/12 BMW AG...
Page 241 Rear: 255/30 R 19 91 Y XL 3.0/44 3.2/46 Compact spare wheel: Traveling speeds up to a max. of 50 mph/80 km/h T 125/80 R 17 99 M 4.2/60 Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 902 533 - © 03/12 BMW AG...
Page 242 Rear: 255/35 R 18 90 W RSC 2.7/39 3.3/48 Front: 225/40 R 18 88 Y 2.2/32 2.5/36 Rear: 255/35 R 18 90 Y 2.7/39 3.0/44 Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 902 533 - © 03/12 BMW AG...
Page 243 Rear: 255/30 R 19 91 Y XL 3.1/45 3.3/48 Compact spare wheel: Traveling speeds up to a max. of 50 mph/80 km/h T 125/80 R 17 99 M 4.2/60 Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 902 533 - © 03/12 BMW AG...
Page 244 Rear: 255/35 R 18 90 W RSC 2.7/39 3.3/48 Front: 225/40 R 18 88 Y 2.4/35 2.7/39 Rear: 255/35 R 18 90 Y 2.7/39 2.9/42 Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 902 533 - © 03/12 BMW AG...
Page 245 Rear: 255/30 R 19 91 Y XL 3.1/45 3.3/48 Compact spare wheel: Traveling speeds up to a max. of 50 mph/80 km/h T 125/80 R 17 99 M 4.2/60 Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 902 533 - © 03/12 BMW AG...
Page 246 Rear: 255/30 R 19 91 Y XL 3.2/46 3.4/49 Compact spare wheel: Traveling speeds up to a max. of 50 mph/80 km/h T 125/80 R 17 99 M 4.2/60 Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 902 533 - © 03/12 BMW AG...
Page 247 Rear: 255/30 R 19 91 Y XL 3.2/46 3.2/46 Compact spare wheel: Traveling speeds up to a max. of 50 mph/80 km/h T 125/80 R 17 99 M 4.2/60 Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 902 533 - © 03/12 BMW AG...
Page 248 Rear: 255/30 R 19 91 Y XL 3.2/46 3.4/49 Compact spare wheel: Traveling speeds up to a max. of 50 mph/80 km/h T 125/80 R 17 99 M 4.2/60 Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 902 533 - © 03/12 BMW AG...
Page 249 Rear: 255/35 R 18 90 W RSC 2.9/42 3.4/49 Front: 225/40 R 18 88 Y 2.4/35 2.6/38 Rear: 255/35 R 18 90 Y 2.9/42 3.1/45 Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 902 533 - © 03/12 BMW AG...
Page 250 Rear: 255/30 R 19 91 Y XL 3.2/46 3.4/49 Compact spare wheel: Traveling speeds up to a max. of 50 mph/80 km/h T 125/80 R 17 99 M 4.2/60 Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 902 533 - © 03/12 BMW AG...
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Page 252: Tire Identification Marks
10 of 2012. teristics.< BMW recommends that you replace all tires after 6 years at most, even if some tires may last for 10 years. Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 902 533 - © 03/12 BMW AG...
Page 253: Tire Condition
The same applies to any other abnormal road behavior, such as pulling severely to the right or left. Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 902 533 - © 03/12 BMW AG...
Page 254: New Wheels And Tires
BMW recommends that you use only of the tire. wheel and tire combinations that BMW has tested and approved for your particular vehicle. Variations in factors such as manufac- Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 902 533 - © 03/12 BMW AG...
Page 255: Special Characteristics Of Winter Tires
If the tires are of mixed sizes, helpful to activate DTC temporarily, refer to swapping wheels between the axles is not per- page 96.< missible. Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 902 533 - © 03/12 BMW AG...
Page 256: Engine Compartment
Washer fluid filler neck for headlamp clean- ing system and window washer system, refer to page Jump-starting connection, refer to page Filler neck for engine oil, refer to Adding engine oil Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 902 533 - © 03/12 BMW AG...
Page 257: Hood Closing
Press the release handle and open the hood. driving, or while the vehicle is at a standstill on a level surface and the engine is running. Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 902 533 - © 03/12 BMW AG...
Page 258 > "Measuring engine oil level...": 5 minutes while the car is on the move. This can take about 3 minutes if the car is at Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 902 533 - © 03/12 BMW AG...
Page 259: Adding Engine Oil
Control Display. Add oil within the next 125 miles/200 km; otherwise, the engine could be dam- aged.< Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 902 533 - © 03/12 BMW AG...
Page 260: Coolant Temperature
Coolant temperature If the coolant and therefore the engine over- heats, a warning lamp lights up. A message appears on the Control Display. Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 902 533 - © 03/12 BMW AG...
Page 261: Maintenance
85: fied regular maintenance.< > Engine oil Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 902 533 - © 03/12 BMW AG...
Page 263: Care
Remove additional add-on parts, e.g. spoil- designed for cleaning vehicles.< ers or phone antennas, if they could be damaged. > Leave the remote control in the ignition lock. Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 902 533 - © 03/12 BMW AG...
Page 264: Paintwork Care
Park Environmental influences in regions with ele- Distance Control, for an extended period and vated levels of air pollution or natural contami- Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 902 533 - © 03/12 BMW AG...
Page 265: Interior Care
For technical reasons, dust is generated during quently clean the leather of dust using a cloth or braking that is deposited on the light-alloy vacuum cleaner. Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 902 533 - © 03/12 BMW AG...
Page 266: Vehicle Storage
Do not clean chemically, as this may destroy the webbing.< Interior sensors/cameras To clean interior sensors and cameras, e.g. of the High-beam Assistant, use a lint-free cloth moistened with glass cleaner. Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 902 533 - © 03/12 BMW AG...
Page 267: Replacing Components
Replacement bulb sets are available at your BMW center. Only change bulbs while they are cool to the touch; otherwise, you could suffer burns.< Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 902 533 - © 03/12 BMW AG...
Page 268: Xenon Lamps
Remove the cover, refer to Access to the theless, switch on the fog lamps and continue lamps. the journey with great care, provided that local legislation does not prohibit this. Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 902 533 - © 03/12 BMW AG...
Page 269: Tail Lamps
Brake Force Display lamp Remove lamp and replace it. Parking/tail lamps To install, insert rear end of the lamp and press into place at the front. Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 902 533 - © 03/12 BMW AG...
Page 270: Backup Lamp
Run-flat tires, page 253. When mounting new tires or changing over from summer to winter tires and vice versa, mount run-flat tires for your own safety. In the Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 902 533 - © 03/12 BMW AG...
Page 271: Charging The Battery
The system automatically initializes itself available. briefly during a trip. The system is deacti- vated during this time, refer to page 103. Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 902 533 - © 03/12 BMW AG...
Page 272 Plastic tweezers are located on the distributor box. See the rear of the cover for information on fuse assignment. Spare fuses are available at your BMW center. Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 902 533 - © 03/12 BMW AG...
Page 273: Giving And Receiving Assistance
Assist Response Center, e.g. the current After the system is deactivated, it is no longer position of your vehicle, if it can be deter- possible to make Emergency Requests. mined. Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 902 533 - © 03/12 BMW AG...
Page 274: Warning Triangle
Press the tab to take it out. The first aid pouch is located on the right-hand side of the trunk in a storage area. Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 902 533 - © 03/12 BMW AG...
Page 275: Connecting Jumper Cables
Switch off any consumers in both vehicles. There must not be any contact between the bodies of the two vehicles; otherwise, there is a danger of shorting.< Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 902 533 - © 03/12 BMW AG...
Page 276: Being Towed
Convertible: it is stored in the onboard vehicle turn the steering wheel further.< tool kit underneath the trunk floor, refer to page 266. Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 902 533 - © 03/12 BMW AG...
Page 277 Have the BMW transported with a tow truck please observe the following: with a so-called lift bar, or on a flatbed. Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 902 533 - © 03/12 BMW AG...
Page 278 Have the vehicle checked. With xDrive: do not activate Hill Descent Control HDC when the vehicle is being tow-started, page 97.< Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 902 533 - © 03/12 BMW AG...
Page 280: Reference
Reference This chapter contains technical data, short commands for the voice activation system and an index that will help you find information most quickly. Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 902 533 - © 03/12 BMW AG...
Page 281: Technical Data
This also applies to safety related functions and systems. Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 902 533 - © 03/12 BMW AG...
Page 282 Vehicle height, 335is: 54.1 in/1,375 mm Vehicle width, without exterior mirrors: 70.2 in/1,782 mm Smallest turning circle diam.: 36.1 ft/11.0 m, with xDrive: 38.7 ft/11.8 m. Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 902 533 - © 03/12 BMW AG...
Page 283 Vehicle length: 181.9 in/4,620 mm Vehicle height, 335is: 53.9 in/1,370 mm Vehicle width, without exterior mirrors: 70.2 in/1,782 mm Smallest turning circle diam.: 36.1 ft/11.0 m. Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 902 533 - © 03/12 BMW AG...
Page 284 882/400 Approved front axle load lbs/kg 2,183/990 Approved rear axle load lbs/kg 2,513/1,140 Approved roof load capacity lbs/kg 165/75 Trunk capacity cu ft/liters 15.2/430 Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 902 533 - © 03/12 BMW AG...
Page 285 16.1/61 Fuel grade: page including reserve of US gal/liters approx. 2.1/8.0 Window washer system For more details: page including headlamp washers US quarts/liters approx. 6.3/6.0 Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 902 533 - © 03/12 BMW AG...
Page 286: Short Commands For The Voice Activation
Accessing BMW Assist {B M W Assist} Accessing ConnectedDrive {Connected Drive} {Home address} Opening the home address {Enter address} Opening destination entry Opening destination guidance {Guidance} Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 902 533 - © 03/12 BMW AG...
Page 287: Cd/Dvd Drive
External devices Function Command {External devices} Opening external devices Accessing Bluetooth devices {Bluetooth} AUX front {AUX} Tone control Function Command Opening the tone control {Tone} Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 902 533 - © 03/12 BMW AG...
Page 288 {Preset …} e.g. stored station 2 Telephone Function Command Dialing a phone number {Dial number} Opening the Telephone menu {Telephone} Displaying phone book {Phonebook} Redialing {Redial} Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 902 533 - © 03/12 BMW AG...
Page 289 {Enter address} Entering an address {Guidance} Opening destination guidance Starting destination guidance {Start guidance} Ending destination guidance {Stop guidance} Opening the home address {Home address} Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 902 533 - © 03/12 BMW AG...
Page 290 Expanded intersection zoom on the split screen {Splitscreen Exit ramp view} Split screen scale ... meters {Split screen scale … meters} e.g. split screen scale of 100 meters Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 902 533 - © 03/12 BMW AG...
Page 291: Vehicle Information
Command Accessing the onboard computer {Onboard info} Opening the trip computer {Trip computer} Opening the vehicle information {Vehicle info} Opening the vehicle status {Vehicle status} Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 902 533 - © 03/12 BMW AG...
Page 292 {Speed} Opening the light settings {Lighting} Opening the door lock settings {Door locks} Opening profiles {Profiles} Equipment Function Command Opening the air conditioning settings {Climate} Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 902 533 - © 03/12 BMW AG...
Page 293: Everything From A To Z
Air conditioning mode Weights AUTO program for automatic – automatic climate Approved engine oils climate control control Approved gross vehicle – ventilation weight, refer to Weights Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 902 533 - © 03/12 BMW AG...
Page 294 Capacity of the trunk – parking brake – pinch protection system – service requirements Car battery, refer to Vehicle Belts, refer to Safety belts battery Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 902 533 - © 03/12 BMW AG...
Page 295 Car shampoo – automatic air Contacts Catalytic converter, refer to distribution – deleting 216, Hot exhaust system – exporting/importing Center armrest – new contact Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 902 533 - © 03/12 BMW AG...
Page 296 – vehicle battery Cornering light, refer to Destination, entering by town/ Distance remaining to service, Adaptive Light Control city name refer to Service Correct tires requirements Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 902 533 - © 03/12 BMW AG...
Page 297 Check Control Dynamic Traction Control – starting Failure of an electrical – starting, Comfort Access consumer – indicator/warning lamp – switching off Engine compartment Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 902 533 - © 03/12 BMW AG...
Page 298 – automatic transmission with Heated FTM, refer to Flat Tire Steptronic – mirrors Monitor – manual transmission – rear window – seats – steering wheel Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 902 533 - © 03/12 BMW AG...
Page 299 – glass roof Keyless opening and closing, – refer to Setting the time and Ice warning, refer to Outside refer to Comfort Access temperature warning date Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 902 533 - © 03/12 BMW AG...
Page 300 – lamps and bulbs Check Control Mirror dimming feature – vehicle, refer to Lamps Manual car wash Light switch Manually unlocking parking Limit, refer to Speed limit lock Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 902 533 - © 03/12 BMW AG...
Page 301 Outside temperature Multimedia screen, refer to restraints display iDrive Nets, refer to Storage – changing unit of measure My Info compartments – in computer Neutral Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 902 533 - © 03/12 BMW AG...
Page 302 Rear window defroster – automatic transmission with climate control Rear window roller blind, refer Steptronic Power failure to Roller sunblinds – manual transmission Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 902 533 - © 03/12 BMW AG...
Page 303 – clock, 12h/24h format Seat and mirror memory – language Seat belt reminder, refer to Settings and information "Fasten safety belts" Settings for the map view reminder Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 902 533 - © 03/12 BMW AG...
Page 304 Spray nozzles, refer to Storing a destination in the Snap-in adapter Cleaning windshield and address book – inserting/removing headlamps Storing seat positions, refer to Seat and mirror memory Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 902 533 - © 03/12 BMW AG...
Page 305 – car with automatic – redialing transmission – refer to separate Owner's – methods Manual – with 7-gear Sport automatic – voice commands transmission with double clutch Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 902 533 - © 03/12 BMW AG...
Page 306 Ventilation while at a UTQR Transporting children standstill Units safely Vents, refer to Ventilation – average fuel Transport securing devices, consumption refer to Securing cargo Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 902 533 - © 03/12 BMW AG...
Page 307 Correct wheels and tires Your individual vehicle Wheelbase, refer to – settings, refer to Personal Dimensions Profile Wheels, new Wheels and tires Width, refer to Dimensions Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 902 533 - © 03/12 BMW AG...
Page 308 More about BMW The Ultimate bmwusa.com Driving Machine *BL290253300Q* Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 902 533 - © 03/12 BMW AG...

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