Page 1 Contents Owner's Manual for Vehicle The Ultimate Driving Machine THE BMW 5 SERIES SEDAN. THE BMW 5 SERIES SEDAN. OWNER'S MANUAL. OWNER'S MANUAL. Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 607 879 - 09 11 490...
Page 3 550i xDrive tains important information on vehicle operation that will help you make full use of the technical features available in your BMW. The manual also contains information designed to enhance operating reliability and road safety, and to contribute to maintaining the value of your BMW.
Page 4 © 2011 Bayerische Motoren Werke Aktiengesellschaft Munich, Germany Reprinting, including excerpts, only with the written consent of BMW AG, Munich. US English VIII/11, 09 11 490 Printed on environmentally friendly paper, bleached without chlorine, suitable for recycling. Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 607 879 - 09 11 490...
Page 5: Table Of Contents
Contents Communication The fastest way to find information on a partic‐ ular topic or item is by using the index, refer to Telephone page 324. Office Contacts ConnectedDrive Notes Mobility At a glance Refueling Cockpit Fuel iDrive Wheels and tires Voice activation system Engine compartment Integrated Owner's Manual in the vehicle...
Page 6: Vehicle Equipment
On right-hand drive vehicles, some controls are arranged differently than shown in the illustra‐ Information on BMW, e.g., on technology, is tions. available on the Internet: bmwusa.com. Status of the Owner's Manual Symbols The manufacturer of your vehicle pursues a pol‐...
Page 7: Notes
We recommend that you read this publication on a BMW safely and without risk to either the thoroughly. Your vehicle is covered by the fol‐ vehicle, its operation, or its occupants. Genuine lowing warranties: BMW Parts, BMW Accessories and other prod‐...
Page 8: Reporting Safety Defects
Canadian models If the vehicle is not maintained according to these specifications, this could result in serious damage to the vehicle. Such damage is not cov‐ ered by the BMW New Vehicle Limited War‐ ranty. Reporting safety defects For US customers The following only applies to vehicles owned and operated in the US.
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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 2 607 879 - 09 11 490...
Page 12: Cockpit
At a glance Cockpit Cockpit Vehicle equipment is also described that is not available in a vehicle, e. g., because of the selected optional equip‐ All standard, country-specific and optional ment or country variant. This also applies for equipment that is offered in the model series is safety-related functions and systems.
Page 13 Cockpit At a glance Front fog lamps 93 Increase distance 116 Parking lamps 89 Reduce distance 116 beams 89 10 Instrument cluster 75 11 Steering wheel buttons, right Automatic headlamp con‐ Entertainment source trol 90 Daytime running lights 90 Volume Adaptive light control 91 High-beam Assistant 91 Voice activation 22 Instrument lighting 93 Telephone 230 Steering column stalk, left...
Page 14: All Around The Center Console
At a glance Cockpit All around the center console Headliner 15 PDC Park Distance Control 123 Control Display 16 View 128 Glove compartment 153 Backup camera 126 vent 142 Parking assistant 131 Hazard warning system 298 Side View 130 Central locking system 37 HDC Hill Descent Control 109 Radio 192 Dynamic Driving Control 111 CD/Multimedia 200 Automatic climate control 139...
Page 15 Cockpit At a glance All around the headliner Emergency Request 298 Reading lamps 93 Glass sunroof, powered 45 Interior lamps 93 Indicator lamp, front passenger airbag 96 Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 607 879 - 09 11 490...
Page 16: Control Display
At a glance iDrive iDrive Vehicle equipment Control Display All standard, country-specific and optional Notes equipment that is offered in the model series is ▷ To clean the Control Display, follow the care described in this chapter. Therefore, equipment instructions. is also described that is not available in a vehicle, ▷...
Page 17: Idrive
iDrive At a glance Operating concept Press. Opening the main menu Press the button. Move in four directions. The main menu is displayed. All iDrive functions can be called up via the main menu. Selecting menu items Menu items shown in white can be selected. Turn the controller until the desired menu Buttons on controller item is highlighted.
Page 18: Options Menu
At a glance iDrive The current panel is closed and the previous Additional options: move the controller to the panel is displayed. right repeatedly until the "Options" menu is dis‐ played. The previous panel is opened again by pressing the BACK button. In this case, the Options menu current panel is not closed.
Page 19 iDrive At a glance Example: setting the clock Turn the controller to set the hours and press the controller. Setting the clock Turn the controller to set the minutes and press the controller. Press the button. The main menu is displayed.
Page 20: General Information
At a glance iDrive In the divided screen view, the so-called split Symbol Meaning screen, this information remains visible even Roaming is active. when you change to another menu. Text message was received. Switching the split screen on and off Check the SIM card.
Page 21 iDrive At a glance "OK": confirm the entry. Press the desired button for more than 2 seconds. Symbol Function Press the controller: delete the letter Running a function or number. Press the button. Press the controller for an extended The function will run immediately. This period: delete all letters or numbers.
Page 22: Voice Activation System
At a glance Voice activation system Voice activation system Vehicle equipment Wait for the signal. Say the command. All standard, country-specific and optional The command is displayed in the instrument equipment that is offered in the model series is cluster. described in this chapter.
Page 23: Voice Activation System
Voice activation system At a glance respective of which menu item is currently se‐ "Speech mode:" lected, e.g., ›Vehicle status‹. Select the setting. List of short commands of the voice activation system, refer to page 314. Help dialog for the voice activation system Calling up help dialog: ›Help‹...
Page 24 At a glance Voice activation system ›Station ...‹ e. g. Classic Radio station ▷ Keep the doors, windows, and glass sun‐ roof closed to prevent noise interference. ▷ Avoid making other noise in the vehicle while speaking. Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 607 879 - 09 11 490...
Page 25: Integrated Owner's Manual In The Vehicle
Integrated Owner's Manual in the vehicle At a glance Integrated Owner's Manual in the vehicle Vehicle equipment Select components All standard, country-specific and optional Press the button. equipment that is offered in the model series is Turn the controller: open "Vehicle Info". described in this chapter.
Page 26 At a glance Integrated Owner's Manual in the vehicle Opening during operation via iDrive Programmable memory buttons To move directly from the application on the General information Control Display to the options menu: The Owner's Manual can be stored on the pro‐ grammable memory buttons and called up di‐...
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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 2 607 879 - 09 11 490...
Page 30: Opening And Closing
Controls Opening and closing Opening and closing Vehicle equipment In addition, information about service require‐ ments is stored in the remote control, Service All standard, country-specific and optional data in the remote control, refer to page 288. equipment that is offered in the model series is described in this chapter.
Page 31 Opening and closing Controls Insert a battery of the same type with the trol, as shown, against the marked area on the positive side facing upwards. steering column and press the Start/Stop button within 10 seconds while pressing the clutch. Press the cover closed.
Page 32 Controls Opening and closing Importing profiles "Profiles" Existing settings and contacts are overwritten with the imported profile. "Settings" "Profiles" "Import profile" Select a profile. The profile that is opened is assigned to the re‐ mote control currently in use. Renaming profiles "Settings"...
Page 33: Central Locking System
Opening and closing Controls Open "Guest". ▷ Night Vision with pedestrian detection, refer to page 134: selection of functions and type Create the settings. of display. Note: the guest profile cannot be renamed. ▷ Daytime running lights, refer to page 90: current setting.
Page 34: Using The Remote Control
Controls Opening and closing The following takes place simultaneously when when leaving the vehicle so that the vehicle can locking/unlocking the vehicle via the remote then be opened from the outside.◀ control: Unlocking ▷ Depending on how the vehicle is equipped, the theft protection is activated/deactivated.
Page 35: Courtesy Lamps
Opening and closing Controls Locking To avoid locking yourself out of the vehicle, do not place the remote control into the cargo area. Press the button on the remote control. The trunk lid is locked again as soon as it is pushed closed.
Page 36 Controls Opening and closing "Door locks" Any unauthorized modifications or changes to these devices could void the user's authority to "Last seat position auto." operate this equipment. Using the door lock General information Malfunction If the vehicle can no longer be locked or un‐ locked with the remote control, the battery may be discharged or there may be interference from Locking from the outside...
Page 37: Unlocking And Opening
Opening and closing Controls Locking the doors and trunk lid at once Unlocking and opening To lock all doors and the trunk lid at once: ▷ Either unlock the doors together using the button for the central locking system and With the doors closed, lock the vehicle using then pull the door handle above the armrest the button for the central locking system in...
Page 38: Locking The Vehicle
Controls Opening and closing Trunk lid Danger of pinching Make sure that the closing path of the Opening trunk lid is clear; otherwise, injuries may result.◀ During opening, the trunk lid pivots back and up. Do not place the remote control in the Ensure that adequate clearance is available be‐...
Page 39: Manual Operation
Opening and closing Controls ▷ Push the button in the driver's foot‐ The trunk lid closes automatically and the well. vehicle is locked. Pressing the button again stops the motion. The opening procedure is likewise interrupted: ▷ When starting the engine. ▷...
Page 40: Emergency Unlocking
Controls Opening and closing Locking separately ▷ Unlocking/locking of the vehicle. The trunk lid can be locked separately using the ▷ Convenient closing. switch in the front center armrest. ▷ Unlocking of the trunk lid separately. ▷ Trunk lid secured, arrow 1. ▷...
Page 41 Opening and closing Controls Locking Open trunk lid with no-touch activation With Comfort Access, the trunk lid can be opened with no-touch activation using the re‐ mote control you are carrying. A sensor detects a directed foot motion in the center of the area at the rear of the car and the trunk lid opens.
Page 42: Alarm System
Controls Opening and closing Alarm system In some vehicle equipment variants, the trunk lid can only be opened using the remote control if the vehicle was unlocked first. The concept The vehicle alarm system responds to: Panic mode ▷ Opening of a door, the hood or the trunk lid. Press the button on the remote control ▷...
Page 43: Interior Motion Sensor
Opening and closing Controls Tilt alarm sensor The tilt of the vehicle is monitored. The alarm system responds in situations such as attempts to steal a wheel or when the car is towed. Interior motion sensor The windows and glass sunroof must be closed for the system to function properly.
Page 44: Roller Sun Blinds
Controls Opening and closing Pinch protection Switching on and off If the closing force exceeds a specific value as a Press the button. window closes, the closing action is interrupted. The LED lights up if the safety function The window reopens slightly. is switched on.
Page 45 Opening and closing Controls Do not open the window while the roller sliding visor stays completely sunblind is raised. open. Do not open the window while the roller sunblind is raised; otherwise, there is a risk of damage at Opening/closing the sliding visor high speeds that may result in personal injury.◀...
Page 46 Controls Opening and closing Danger of pinching even with pinch pro‐ ▷ The roof closes without pinch protection. tection Despite the pinch protection system, check that the roof's closing path is clear; otherwise, the closing action may not be interrupted in certain extreme situations, such as when thin objects are present.◀...
Page 47: Adjusting
Adjusting Controls Adjusting Vehicle equipment Semi-electrically adjustable seats All standard, country-specific and optional At a glance equipment that is offered in the model series is described in this chapter. Therefore, equipment is also described that is not available in a vehicle, e.
Page 48 Controls Adjusting Forward/backward Electrically adjustable seats At a glance Pull the lever and slide the seat in the desired direction. After releasing the lever, move the seat forward Lumbar support or back slightly to make sure it engages prop‐ Backrest width erly.
Page 49: Lumbar Support
Adjusting Controls Lumbar support Height. The curvature of the seat backrest can be ad‐ justed in such a way that it supports the lumbar region of the spine. The lower back and the spine are supported for upright posture. ▷ Press the front/rear section of the switch.
Page 50: Switching Off
Controls Adjusting Press the button. The LED lights up. Select the required seat. Front seat heating Turn the controller to set the temperature distribution. Rear seat heating Switching on Press the button once for each temper‐ ature level. The maximum temperature is reached when three LEDs are lit.
Page 51: Safety Belts
Adjusting Controls The ventilation rapidly cools the seat, e. g., if the Although airbags enhance safety by providing vehicle interior is overheated or for continuous added protection, they are not a substitute for cooling at high temperatures. safety belts. ▷ The shoulder strap's anchorage point will be correct for adult seat occupants of every build if the seat is correctly adjusted.
Page 52: Front Head Restraints
Damage to safety belts on the head restraints. In the case of strain caused by accidents or ▷ Only attach accessories approved by BMW damage: to the seat or head restraint. Have the safety belts, including the safety belt Otherwise, the protective function of the active...
Page 53: Head Restraints
Adjusting Controls Adjusting the height: manual head Distance to back of head: electrical restraints head restraints The head restraint is automatically repositioned when the shoulder support is adjusted. Adjusting the side extensions ▷ To raise: pull. ▷ To lower: press the button, arrow 1, and push the head restraint down.
Page 54: Adjusting The Height
Controls Adjusting Adjusting the height Press the button, arrow 1, and pull the head restraint out completely. Before transporting passengers Reinstall the head restraint before trans‐ porting anyone in the seat; otherwise, the pro‐ tective function of the head restraint is unavail‐ able.◀...
Page 55: Safety Mode
Adjusting Controls Mirrors Calling up settings Do not retrieve the memory while driving Exterior mirrors Do not retrieve the memory setting while driving, as an unexpected movement of the seat At a glance or steering wheel could result in an accident.◀ Comfort function Open the driver's door.
Page 56: Automatic Dimming Feature
Controls Adjusting Storing positions Automatic heating Seat, mirror, and steering wheel memory, refer Both exterior mirrors are automatically heated to page 54. whenever the engine is running. Adjusting manually Automatic dimming feature If an electrical malfunction occurs, for example, Both exterior mirrors are automatically dimmed. press the edges of the mirror glass.
Page 57: Steering Wheel
Adjusting Controls Storing the position ▷ Keep the photocells clean. ▷ Do not cover the area between the inside Seat, mirror, and steering wheel memory, refer rearview mirror and the windshield. to page 54. Steering wheel heating Steering wheel Switching on/off General information Press the button.
Page 58: Transporting Children Safely
Controls Transporting children safely Transporting children safely Vehicle equipment tomatic deactivation of front passenger airbags, refer to page 96. All standard, country-specific and optional Deactivating the front passenger airbags equipment that is offered in the model series is If a child restraint fixing system is used in described in this chapter.
Page 59 Transporting children safely Controls LATCH child restraint fixing an increased risk of injury to the child when the airbags are triggered, even with a child restraint system fixing system.◀ LATCH: Lower Anchors and Tether for CHil‐ dren. Seat position and height Before installing a child restraint fixing system, Note move the front passenger seat as far back as...
Page 60 Controls Transporting children safely With a through-loading system: Retaining strap guide Position Retaining strap Make sure the upper retaining strap does not run over sharp edges and is not twisted as it passes to the top anchor. Otherwise, the strap will not properly secure the child restraint fixing system in the event of an accident.◀...
Page 61 Transporting children safely Controls Locking the doors and windows Rear doors Push the locking lever on the rear doors down. The door can now be opened from the outside only. Safety switch for the rear Press the button on the driver's door if children are being transported in the rear.
Page 62: Driving
Controls Driving Driving Vehicle equipment ▷ When the vehicle is locked, if the low beams are switched on. All standard, country-specific and optional ▷ Shortly before the battery is discharged equipment that is offered in the model series is completely, so that the engine can still be described in this chapter.
Page 63 Driving Controls ▷ When opening and closing the driver door, if Before leaving the car with the engine running, the driver's seat belt is unbuckled and the set the parking brake and place the transmission low beams are switched off. in position P or neutral to prevent the car from moving.◀...
Page 64: Automatic Mode
Controls Driving Automatic mode Set the parking brake and further secure the vehicle as required The automatic engine start/stop function is op‐ Set the parking brake firmly when parking; oth‐ erational after each engine start. erwise, the vehicle could roll. On steep upward The function is activated above a certain speed.
Page 65: Starting The Engine
Driving Controls Note ▷ External temperature above approx. +95 ℉/ +35 ℃ and the automatic climate control is Even if driving away was not intended, the de‐ operating. activated engine starts up automatically in the ▷ The passenger compartment has not yet following situations: been heated or cooled to the required level.
Page 66: Parking Brake
Controls Driving Automatic deactivation ▷ Then press the brake pedal with normal braking force. In certain situations, the Automatic Engine Start/ Stop Function is deactivated automatically for Activating/deactivating the system safety reasons, such as when the driver is de‐ manually tected to be absent.
Page 67: While Driving
Driving Controls and downward inclines, further secure the vehi‐ Inadvertent operation of the accelerator cle, for example, by turning the steering wheel in pedal the direction of the curb. ◀ Make sure that the accelerator pedal is not op‐ erated unintentionally; otherwise, the vehicle is While driving set in motion and there is a risk of an accident.◀...
Page 68 Controls Driving Leaving the vehicle with the engine run‐ Before driving into a car wash ning Deactivate Automatic Hold; otherwise, the Before leaving the vehicle with the engine run‐ parking brake will be set when the vehicle is sta‐ ning, engage position P of the automatic trans‐ tionary and the vehicle will no longer be able to mission and ensure that the parking brake is set.
Page 69: Headlamp Flasher
Driving Controls Turn signal, high beams, High beams, headlamp flasher headlamp flasher Turn signal Using turn signals ▷ High beams, arrow 1. ▷ Headlamp flasher, arrow 2. Washer/wiper system Press the lever beyond the resistance point. To switch off manually, press the lever to the re‐ Switching the wipers on/off and brief sistance point.
Page 70: Rain Sensor
Controls Driving The wipers switch to normal speed when the Deactivate the rain sensor in car washes vehicle is stationary. Deactivate the rain sensor when passing through an automatic car wash; otherwise, dam‐ Switching off and brief wipe age could be caused by undesired wiper activa‐ tion.◀...
Page 71: Washer Fluid
Driving Controls Washer fluid reservoir Avoid using the washer when the reservoir is empty; otherwise, you could damage the Adding washer fluid pump.◀ Only add washer fluid when the engine is cool, and then close the cover completely to Windshield washer nozzles avoid contact between the washer fluid and hot The washer jets are automatically heated when‐...
Page 72: Automatic Transmission With
Controls Driving Automatic transmission with Engaging the transmission position Steptronic ▷ Transmission position P can only be disen‐ gaged if the engine is running and the brake pedal is pressed. Transmission positions ▷ With the vehicle stationary, press on the D Drive, automatic position brake pedal before shifting out of P or N;...
Page 73 Driving Controls Engaging P The vehicle only shifts up or down at appropriate engine and road speeds, e.g., it does not shift down if the engine speed is too high. The selected gear is briefly displayed in the in‐ strument cluster, followed by the current gear. Ending the sport program/manual mode Push the selector lever to the right.
Page 74 Controls Driving Displays in the instrument cluster The transmission position is dis‐ played, e.g.: P. Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 607 879 - 09 11 490...
Page 75: Displays
Displays Controls Displays Vehicle equipment is also described that is not available in a vehicle, e. g., because of the selected optional equip‐ All standard, country-specific and optional ment or country variant. This also applies for equipment that is offered in the model series is safety-related functions and systems.
Page 76 Controls Displays Overview, Instrument cluster with enhanced features Fuel gauge 80 Engine oil temperature 80 Speedometer Electronic displays 77 Indicator/warning lamps 78 Display/reset miles 81 Tachometer 80 Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 607 879 - 09 11 490...
Page 77 Displays Controls Electronic displays Overview, instrument cluster Miles/trip miles 81 Computer 84 External temperature 81 Transmission display 74 Time 81 Current fuel consumption 82 Date 81 Energy recovery 82 Range 81 Service requirements 82 Selection list, e.g., radio 83 Messages, e.g. Check Control 78 Navigation display 172 Navigation display 172 Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 607 879 - 09 11 490...
Page 78: Check Control
Controls Displays Overview, instrument cluster with enhanced features Messages, e.g. Check Control 78 Miles/trip miles 81 Time 81 Selection list, for i nstance radio 83 Date 81 Current fuel consumption 82 Range 81 Energy recovery 82 Computer 84 External temperature 81 Navigation display 172 Transmission display 74 Service requirements 82 Check Control Indicator/warning lamps The concept The Check Control system monitors functions in the vehicle and notifies you of malfunctions in...
Page 79: Text Messages
Displays Controls Several of the lamps are checked for proper Symbol Function or system functioning and light up temporarily when the DSC Dynamic Stability Control engine is started or the ignition is switched on. Overview: indicator/warning lamps DSC Dynamic Stability Control or DTC Dynamic Traction Control Symbol Function or system Tire Pressure Monitor...
Page 80: Fuel Gauge
Controls Displays message and the meaning of the indicator and ▷ Other Check Control messages are hidden warning lamps. automatically after approx. 20 seconds. They are stored and can be displayed again Supplementary text messages later. Addition information, such as on the cause of a Displaying stored Check Control fault or the required action, can be called up via messages...
Page 81: Coolant Temperature
Displays Controls ▷ Hot engine: the pointer is at the high tem‐ Therefore, drive carefully on bridges and shady perature end. A Check Control message is roads, for example, to avoid the increased dan‐ displayed in addition. ger of an accident.◀ Time Coolant temperature The time is displayed at the bot‐...
Page 82: Current Fuel Consumption
Controls Displays The range is displayed in the instrument cluster. fore a service due date, Automatic Service Re‐ quest, refer to page 254. Current fuel consumption Detailed information on service requirements Displays the current fuel con‐ sumption. You can check More information on the scope of service re‐...
Page 83: Gear Shift Indicator
Displays Controls Selection lists in the Automatic Service Request instrument cluster Data regarding the maintenance status or legally mandated inspections of the vehicle are auto‐ matically transmitted to your service center be‐ The concept fore a service due date. You can check when your service center was notified.
Page 84: Average Fuel Consumption
Controls Displays Computer When destination guidance is activated in the navigation system. Indication in the info display Adjusting the info display The information from the com‐ You can select what information from the com‐ puter is shown in the Info display puter is to be displayed on the info display of the in the instrument cluster.
Page 85: Trip Computer
Displays Controls Time of arrival Applying your current speed as the limit The estimated time of arrival is "Settings" displayed if a destination is en‐ tered in the navigation system "Speed" before the trip is started. "Select current speed" The time must be correctly set. Press the controller.
Page 86 Controls Displays Resetting the fuel consumption or "Time:" speed "Vehicle Info" "Onboard info" "Cons." or "Speed" Turn the controller until the desired hours are displayed. Press the controller. Turn the controller until the desired minutes are displayed. "Yes" Press the controller. The time is stored.
Page 87 Displays Controls Setting the date format Units of measure "Settings" Setting the units of measure "Time/Date" To set the units for fuel consumption, route/dis‐ "Format:" tance and temperature: Select the desired format. "Settings" "Language/Units" Select the desired menu item. The date format is stored. Language Select the desired unit.
Page 88 Controls Displays The setting is stored for the remote control cur‐ rently in use. Depending on the light conditions, the bright‐ ness control may not be clearly visible. Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 607 879 - 09 11 490...
Page 89: Lamps
Lamps Controls Lamps Vehicle equipment Parking lamps/low beams, headlamp control All standard, country-specific and optional equipment that is offered in the model series is General information described in this chapter. Therefore, equipment If the driver door is opened with the ignition is also described that is not available in a vehicle, switched off, the exterior lighting is automati‐...
Page 90 Controls Lamps "Welcome light" The low beams always stay on when the fog lamps are switched on. Personal responsibility The automatic headlamp control cannot serve as a substitute for your personal judgment in determining when the lamps should be switched on in response to ambient lighting conditions.
Page 91: Roadside Parking Lamps
Lamps Controls Roadside parking lamps To avoid blinding oncoming traffic, the Adaptive Light Control directs light towards the front pas‐ senger side when the vehicle is at a standstill. When driving in reverse, only the turning lamp is active. Self-leveling headlights The self-leveling headlights feature adapts the light distribution to the contours of the road.
Page 92 Controls Lamps Activating System limits Personal responsibility The high-beam assistant cannot serve as a substitute for the driver's personal judgment of when to use the high beams. Therefore, man‐ ually switch off the high beams in situations where this is required to avoid a safety risk.◀ The system is not fully functional in situations such as the following, and driver intervention may be necessary:...
Page 93: Fog Lamps
Lamps Controls Fog lamps Front fog lamps The parking lamps or low beams must be switched on. Press the button. The green indicator lamp lights up. If the automatic headlamp control, refer to page 90, is activated, the low beams will come Interior lamps on automatically when you switch on the front Reading lamp...
Page 94: Safety
Controls Safety Safety Vehicle equipment is also described that is not available in a vehicle, e. g., because of the selected optional equip‐ All standard, country-specific and optional ment or country variant. This also applies for equipment that is offered in the model series is safety-related functions and systems.
Page 95 Safety Controls 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 96: Deactivation System
Controls Safety When there is a malfunction, have the air‐ less they are specifically recommended by bag system checked immediately the manufacturer of your vehicle. When there is a malfunction, have the airbag ▷ Do not place any electronic devices on the system checked immediately;...
Page 97: Tire Pressure Monitor Tpm
Safety Controls senger airbags lights up. This indicates that the there is a significant loss of pressure in one or child seat has been detected and the front pas‐ more tires. senger airbags are not activated. Functional requirements Strength of the driver's and front The system must have been reset when the in‐...
Page 98: Resetting The System
Controls Safety A change in the tire inflation pressure during the external temperature in the instrument clus‐ driving is taken into account. ter. A correction is only necessary if this is indicated Resetting the system by the TPM Reset the system after each correction of the Wheels, green tire inflation pressure and after every tire or wheel change.
Page 99 Safety Controls Run-flat tires, refer to page 280, are labeled Check the air pressure in all four tires at the with a circular symbol containing the letters next opportunity. RSC marked on the tire sidewall. If the tire inflation pressure in all four tires is correct, the Tire Pressure Monitor may not Do not continue driving without run-flat have been initialized.
Page 100 Controls Safety Message when the system was not flated. Accordingly, when the low tire pressure reset telltale illuminates, you should stop and check your tires as soon as possible, and inflate them A Check Control message is displayed. to the proper pressure. Driving on a significantly The system detected a wheel change but was under-inflated tire causes the tire to overheat not reset.
Page 101 Safety Controls In the event of a pressure loss, the diameter and tion of a flat tire. Initialization is started by con‐ therefore the rotational speed of the corre‐ firming the inflation pressures. sponding wheel change. This is detected and Do not initialize the system when driving with reported as a flat tire.
Page 102: Lane Departure Warning
Controls Safety Do this by checking the air pressure in all Because the possible driving distance depends four tires. on how the vehicle is used during the trip, the actual distance may be smaller or greater de‐ If the tire inflation pressure in all four tires is pending on the driving speed, road conditions, correct, the Flat Tire Monitor may not have external temperature, cargo load, etc.
Page 103 Safety Controls System limits Press the button. Personal responsibility ▷ On: the LED lights up. The system cannot serve as a substitute ▷ Off: the LED goes out. for the driver's personal judgment of the course The system can issue warnings at speeds above of the road and the traffic situation.
Page 104 Controls Safety Camera Switching on/off The camera is located near the base of the mir‐ Press the button. ror. Keep windshield clean and clear in the area in ▷ On: the LED lights up. front of the interior rear view mirror. ▷...
Page 105: Brake Force Display
Safety Controls System limits A Check Control message is displayed when the system is not fully functional. Personal responsibility The system cannot serve as a substitute For US owners only for the driver's personal judgment of the traffic situation. The transmitter and receiver units comply with part 15 of the FCC/Federal Communication In the event of a warning, do not jerk the steering Commission regulations.
Page 106 Controls Safety Active Protection The concept With Active Protection, critical driving situations that might lead to an accident can be detected. In in these situations, preventative protection measures are automatically undertaken to min‐ imize the risk in the event of an accident as much as possible.
Page 107: Driving Stability Control Systems
Driving stability control systems Controls Driving stability control systems Vehicle equipment Drive-off assistant All standard, country-specific and optional This system supports driving away on gradients. equipment that is offered in the model series is The parking brake is not required. described in this chapter.
Page 108 Controls Driving stability control systems DTC Dynamic Traction Indicator/warning lamps Control The indicator lamp flashes: DSC con‐ trols the drive forces and brake forces. The concept The indicator lamp lights up: DSC has failed. The DTC system is a version of the DSC in which forward momentum is optimized.
Page 109: Hdc Hill Descent Control
Driving stability control systems Controls The indicator lamp lights up: DTC Dy‐ namic Traction Control is activated. xDrive xDrive is the all-wheel-drive system of your ve‐ hicle. Concerted action by the xDrive and DSC further optimize traction and driving dynamics. The xDrive all-wheel-drive system variably dis‐...
Page 110: Dynamic Drive
Controls Driving stability control systems Display in the instrument cluster SPORT Sporty tuning for greater driving agility. The selected speed is displayed in the speedometer. COMFORT ▷ Green: the system is actively Comfort-oriented tuning for optimal comfort. braking the vehicle. ▷...
Page 111: Using Snow Chains
Driving stability control systems Controls COMFORT At speeds up to approx. 37 mph/60 km/h, e.g., in curves, the steering angle is increased, i.e., Balanced tuning of the Integral Active Steering steering becomes more direct. for optimal traveling comfort. The rear axle steering acts to increase maneu‐ Malfunction verability by turning the rear wheels slightly in a direction opposite to the front wheels.
Page 112 Controls Driving stability control systems Automatic program change The program can be configured to individual specifications. The system automatically switches to COM‐ FORT in the following situations: The configuration is stored for the remote con‐ trol currently in use. ▷ Failure of Integral Active Steering.
Page 113 Driving stability control systems Controls In certain situations, the system automatically "Configure ECO PRO" changes to the NORMAL program, automatic Make the desired settings. program change, refer to page 112. Displays in the instrument cluster COMFORT+ Selected program Comfort-oriented tuning of the shock absorbers for optimal traveling comfort with maximum The selected program is dis‐...
Page 114: Driving Comfort
If the system is deactivated or interrupted, Even if some time passes before the vehicle actively intervene by braking and, if necessary, drives away again, the BMW can still be accel‐ with evasive maneuvers; otherwise, there is the erated automatically and simply.
Page 115: Driving Comfort
Driving comfort Controls ▷ If active: press twice. Adapting the desired speed ▷ If interrupted: press once. Adapt the desired speed to the road con‐ ditions and be ready to brake at all times; other‐ The displays go out. The stored desired speed wise, there is the danger of an accident occur‐...
Page 116 Controls Driving comfort Distance ▷ Green mark in the speedometer during a brief idle phase: Selecting a distance The vehicle ahead of you drives away while Adjust the distance according to the traffic the mark is green: your vehicle accelerates and weather conditions;...
Page 117 Driving comfort Controls requirements for operation are currently not The vehicle symbol lights up in orange: met. A vehicle has been detected ahead of you. Distance to vehicle ahead of you The vehicle symbol flashes orange: The selected distance to the vehicle driving ahead of you is shown.
Page 118: Swerving Vehicles
Controls Driving comfort Limited detection capacity ences to vehicles driving ahead of you, e.g., when rapidly approaching a truck. When a vehi‐ Because of the limits to the detection ca‐ cle driving ahead of you is reliably detected, the pacity, you should be alert at all times so that you system requests that the driver intervene by can intervene actively, if necessary;...
Page 119: Radar Sensor
Driving comfort Controls Malfunction The system cannot be activated if the sensor is not aligned correctly. This may be caused by damage incurred during parking, for example. A Check Control message is displayed if the system fails. For US owners only The transmitter and receiver units comply with When approaching a curve, the system may re‐...
Page 120 Controls Driving comfort Acute warning with braking function the device should be switched off immedi‐ ately. In this case, please contact the man‐ Warning of the imminent danger of a collision ufacturer and only use the product after the when the vehicle approaches another object at problem has been corrected.
Page 121: Functional Limitations
Driving comfort Controls ▷ Off: the LED goes out. to intervene; otherwise, there is the danger of an accident occurring.◀ The state is stored for the remote control cur‐ rently in use. Detection range Configuring the prewarning This may result in the warning not being issued After the warning function is switched on, the or being issued late.
Page 122 Controls Driving comfort Maintaining/storing the current speed ▷ On slippery roads, in fog, snow or rain, or on a loose road surface. Otherwise, you could lose control of the vehicle and cause an accident.◀ Controls At a glance Switching on Press the rocker switch while the system is in‐...
Page 123: Pdc Park Distance Control
Driving comfort Controls Brief status display If active, the displayed speed is stored and the vehicle reaches the stored speed if the road is Selected desired speed. clear. ▷ Each time the rocker switch is pressed to the point of resistance, the desired speed in‐ If --- appears briefly on the display for Check creases or decreases by approx.
Page 124 Controls Driving comfort Switching on automatically Loud noises from outside and inside the vehicle may prevent you from hearing the PDC's signal Select transmission position R with the engine tone.◀ running. Avoid driving quickly with PDC Switching off automatically Avoid approaching an object quickly. The system switches off and the LED goes out: Avoid driving away quickly while PDC is not yet ▷...
Page 125 Driving comfort Controls The intermittent tone is interrupted after approx. 3 seconds: ▷ If the vehicle stops in front of an object that is detected by only one of the corner sen‐ sors. ▷ If moving parallel to a wall. The signal tone is switched off: ▷...
Page 126 Controls Driving comfort Automatic deactivation during forward ▷ When using a pressure washer, keep the travel sprayer moving and maintain a distance of at least 12 in/30 cm from the sensors. The system switches off when a certain driving distance or speed is exceeded. Switch the system back on if necessary.
Page 127 Driving comfort Controls ▷ Help you to estimate the space required Turn the steering wheel to the point where when parking and maneuvering on level the pathway line covers the corresponding roads. turning circle line. ▷ Are dependent on the current steering angle and are continuously adjusted to the steer‐...
Page 128: Top View
Controls Driving comfort Top View Display on the Control Display Switching on the backup camera via The concept iDrive Top View assists you in parking and maneuver‐ With PDC activated: ing. The area around the doors and the road area around the vehicle are shown on the Control "Rear view camera"...
Page 129 Driving comfort Controls Automatic deactivation during forward If the backup camera image was selected last, it travel again appears on the display. To switch to Top View: The system switches off when a certain driving distance or speed is exceeded. "Rear view camera"...
Page 130: Side View
Controls Driving comfort Switching on/off "Parking aid lines" Turning circle and pathway lines are displayed. Cameras Press the button. The objectives of the Top View cameras are lo‐ Automatic deactivation during forward cated at the bottom of the exterior mirror hous‐ travel ings.
Page 131: Parking Assistant
Driving comfort Controls Contrast When parking, also take note of the visual and acoustic information issued by the PDC and the With the Side View switched on: parking assistant and accelerate or brake ac‐ "Contrast" cordingly. Turn the controller until the desired setting A component of the parking assistant is the PDC is reached and press the controller.
Page 132: System Status
Controls Driving comfort Switching on Using the button Gray: the system is not activated. Parking space search. Blue: the system is activated. A suitable parking space was Press the button. found. The LED lights up. The parking procedure is active. The current status of the parking space search Steering control has been seized.
Page 133 Driving comfort Controls Watch the parking space and parking procedure ▷ "Parking Assistant" Select the symbol on closely and intervene if necessary; otherwise, the Control Display. there is the danger of an accident.◀ Interrupting automatically Check the traffic situation as well The procedure is interrupted automatically: Loud sounds outside and within the vehi‐...
Page 134 Controls Driving comfort Ultrasound sensors Therefore, always be alert and ready to inter‐ vene; otherwise, there is the danger of an acci‐ dent occurring.◀ Curbs The parking assistant may steer the vehi‐ cle over or onto curbs. Therefore, always be alert and ready to inter‐ vene;...
Page 135 Driving comfort Controls Heat image People detected by the system are displayed with a slight yellow hue. Under good ambient conditions, the pedestrian detection system operates within a range of ap‐ prox. 50 ft/15 m to approx. 330 ft/100 m. The image shows the heat radiated by objects in the field of view of the camera.
Page 136 Controls Driving comfort Warning area in front of the vehicle located in the central area, the distance to the person is indicated by the size of the symbol. System limits Basic limits System operation is limited in situations such as the following: ▷...
Page 137: Head-Up Display
Driving comfort Controls Head-up Display Display Night Vision with pedestrian detection is not The concept available on the rear screen. Adjustments via the iDrive With Night Vision switched on: Activate Night Vision with pedestrian detec‐ tion. Press the controller. Open the desired menu item. ▷...
Page 138: Adjusting The Height
Controls Driving comfort Display tionally influenced using the instrument lighting, refer to page 93. The setting is stored for the remote control cur‐ rently in use. Adjusting the height "Settings" "Head-up display" "Height" Turn the controller. Lane departure warning The height is adjusted. Active Cruise Control The setting is stored for the remote control cur‐...
Page 139: Climate Control
Climate control Controls Climate control Vehicle equipment is also described that is not available in a vehicle, e. g., because of the selected optional equip‐ All standard, country-specific and optional ment or country variant. This also applies for equipment that is offered in the model series is safety-related functions and systems.
Page 140: Climate Control
Controls Climate control Climate control functions in detail rected to the windshield, side windows, upper body, and into the footwell. Note The cooling function, refer to page 141, is is continuously shown on the display of the switched on automatically with the AUTO pro‐ automatic climate control.
Page 141: Maximum Cooling
Climate control Controls Maximum cooling Cooling function The passenger compartment can only be Press the button. cooled with the engine running. The system is set to the lowest tem‐ perature, maximum air volume and recirculated- Press the button. air mode. The air is cooled and dehumidified and –...
Page 142 Controls Climate control Ventilation Switching on Switch off the ignition. Front ventilation Press the right side of the button on the driver's side. is shown on the display of the automatic cli‐ mate control. The interior temperature, air volume and air dis‐ tribution can be adjusted with the ignition switched on.
Page 143 Climate control Controls Rear automatic climate Ventilation in rear, center control At a glance ▷ Thumbwheels for adjusting the tempera‐ ture, arrows 1. Toward blue: colder. Temperature Toward red: warmer. AUTO program ▷ Lever for changing the air flow direction, ar‐ row 2.
Page 144 Controls Climate control Intensity of the AUTO program Switching the system on/off With the AUTO program switched on, automatic Switching off control of the air volume and air distribution can be adjusted. At the lowest fan speed, press the left side of the button on the driver's side.
Page 145 Climate control Controls "Activate parked-car vent." The symbol on the automatic climate control flashes if the system is switched on. The system continues to run for some time after being switched off. Preselecting the switch-on time "Settings" "Climate" "Timer 1:" or "Timer 2:" Set the desired time.
Page 146: Interior Equipment
Controls Interior equipment Interior equipment Vehicle equipment transmitter, the remote-controlled device is generally compatible with the integrated univer‐ All standard, country-specific and optional sal remote control. equipment that is offered in the model series is If you have any questions, please contact: described in this chapter.
Page 147: Interior Equipment
Interior equipment Controls The LED flashes slowly. Programming will be easier with the aid of a sec‐ ond person. Release both buttons when the LED flashes rapidly. Park the vehicle within range of the remote- If the LED does not flash rapidly after approx. controlled device.
Page 148 Controls Interior equipment Front: automatic transmission the button on the hand-held transmitter again for 2 seconds. Opening Deleting all stored programs Press the two outer memory buttons for approx. 20 seconds until the LED flashes rapidly. All stored programs are deleted. The programs cannot be deleted individually.
Page 149: Connecting Electrical Devices
Interior equipment Controls Connecting electrical devices Rear Opening Sockets The lighter socket can be used as a socket for 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 volts.
Page 150 Controls Interior equipment Through-loading system Center armrest General information The cargo area can be enlarged by folding down the rear seat backrest. The rear seat backrest is divided into two parts at a ratio of 60 to 40. The sides can be folded down separately or together.
Page 151: Ski Bag
Interior equipment Controls Ski bag Pull the corresponding lever in the cargo area to release the rear seat backrest. Capacity The ski bag can be used to transport up to four pairs of skis with a length of up to 6 ft/2.10 m or, depending on the binding, up to two snow‐...
Page 152 Controls Interior equipment Insert the tongue plate into the belt buckle. More information on the various inserts available can be obtained from your service center. Tighten the retaining strap. Securing the ski bag Secure the ski bag by tightening the re‐ taining strap;...
Page 153: Storage Compartments
Storage compartments Controls Storage compartments Vehicle equipment Glove compartment All standard, country-specific and optional Front passenger side equipment that is offered in the model series is described in this chapter. Therefore, equipment Opening is also described that is not available in a vehicle, e.
Page 154 Controls Storage compartments Opening Observe the following when connecting: ▷ Do not use force when plugging the con‐ nector into the USB interface. ▷ Do not connect devices such as fans or lamps to the USB interface. ▷ Do not connect USB hard drives. ▷...
Page 155: Folding Down
Storage compartments Controls Cupholders Connection for an external audio device Notes Shatter-proof containers and no hot drinks Use light and shatter-proof containers and do not transport hot drinks. Otherwise, there is the increased danger of injury in an accident.◀ Unsuitable containers Do not forcefully push unsuitable contain‐...
Page 156: Clothes Hooks
Controls Storage compartments Rear Remote control storage compartment In the front center armrest. Storage is possible in a vertical position in the center armrest. The cupholder can be adjusted for three differ‐ ent container sizes. To open: press the button. Clothes hooks To reduce in size: fold closed to the desired po‐...
Page 157: Lashing Eyes
Storage compartments Controls Light and suitable objects only Only hang light bags or suitable objects from the holders. Otherwise, there is a danger of objects flying about during braking and evasive maneuvers. Only transport heavy luggage in the trunk if it has been appropriately secured.◀...
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Page 159: Driving Tips
Driving tips This chapter provides you with information useful in dealing with specific driving and operating modes. Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 607 879 - 09 11 490...
Page 160: 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. All standard, country-specific and optional equipment that is offered in the model series is Brake system described in this chapter. Therefore, equipment Brakes require an initial break-in period of ap‐...
Page 161 Things to remember when driving Driving tips Hot exhaust system external antenna. Otherwise, the vehicle elec‐ tronics and mobile communication devices can Hot exhaust system interfere with each other. In addition, there is no High temperatures are generated in the assurance that the radiation generated during exhaust system.
Page 162: Driving In Wet Conditions
Driving tips Things to remember when driving Objects in the area around the pedals Avoid load on the brakes Avoid placing excessive load on the brake No objects in the area around the pedals system. Light but consistent brake pressure can Keep floor mats, carpets, and any other lead to high temperatures, brake wear and pos‐...
Page 163: Loading
Loading Driving tips Loading Vehicle equipment hicle and unstable driving situations may result. All standard, country-specific and optional Determine the combined weight of the equipment that is offered in the model series is driver and passengers that will be riding in described in this chapter.
Page 164 Driving tips Loading Stowing cargo Securing cargo ▷ Smaller and lighter items: secure with re‐ taining straps or with a cargo net or draw straps. ▷ Larger and heavy objects: secure with cargo straps. Cargo straps, cargo netting, retaining straps or draw straps on the lashing eyes in the cargo area.
Page 165 Loading Driving tips Fold the cover outward. Loading Because roof racks raise the vehicle's center of gravity when loaded, they have a major effect on vehicle handling and steering response. Therefore, note the following when loading and driving: ▷ Do not exceed the approved roof/axle loads and the approved gross vehicle weight.
Page 166: Saving Fuel
Driving tips Saving fuel Saving fuel Vehicle equipment Close the windows and glass sunroof All standard, country-specific and optional equipment that is offered in the model series is Driving with the glass sunroof and windows described in this chapter. Therefore, equipment open results in increased air resistance and is also described that is not available in a vehicle, raises fuel consumption.
Page 167: Saving Fuel
As a rule: driving at low engine speeds lowers ice center. fuel consumption and reduces wear. Please also note the BMW Maintenance Sys‐ The gear shift indicator of your vehicle indicates tem, refer to page 288. the most fuel efficient gear.
Page 168 Driving tips Saving fuel ▷ Blue display: efficient driving style as long as "Configure ECO PRO" the mark moves within the blue range. Configure the program. ▷ Gray display: adjust driving style, e. g. by backing off the accelerator pedal. The display switches to blue as soon as all con‐...
Page 169 Saving fuel Driving tips "EfficientDynamics" Displaying fuel consumption history The average fuel consumption can be displayed within an adjustable time frame. "Consumption history" Adjusting fuel consumption history time frame Select the symbol. Resetting fuel consumption history "Options" Open. "Reset consumption history" Displaying EfficientDynamics info The current efficiency can be displayed.
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Page 171: 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 2 607 879 - 09 11 490...
Page 172: Navigation
Navigation Navigation Navigation Vehicle equipment Destination input All standard, country-specific and optional Manual destination entry equipment that is offered in the model series is described in this chapter. Therefore, equipment General information is also described that is not available in a vehicle, The system supports you in entering street e.
Page 173 Navigation Navigation Entering a town/city Select the street. Select "Town/City/Postal Code" or the dis‐ Alternative: enter the street address played town/city. and house number Select "Street" or the displayed street. Enter the street as you would the town/city. "House number" Select the numbers.
Page 174: Address Book
Navigation Navigation Starting destination guidance after "Store as new contact" or "Add to existing entering the destination contact" "Accept destination" "Start guidance" or "Add as another destination" Add a destination as a further destination, refer to page 179. Address book Selecting a destination from the address book Select an existing contact, if available.
Page 175: Last Destinations
Navigation Navigation Starting destination guidance Highlight the entry. "Options" Open. "Navigation" "Edit in Contacts" or "Delete entry" "Last destinations" Select the destination. Using the home address as the "Start guidance" destination The home address must be stored. Specify the Editing the destination home address, refer to page 251.
Page 176 "Start guidance" or "Add as another of the map and the category. destination" Add a destination as a further destination, Destination entry via BMW Assist refer to page 179. A connection is established to the Concierge "Start search": if a search term is not entered, service, refer to page 254.
Page 177: Selecting The Destination
Navigation Navigation "Display Points of Interest" Select the setting. Destination entry by map Selecting the destination "Navigation" "Map" The current position of the vehicle is indi‐ ▷ Select the symbol. cated on the map. "Start guidance" or "Add as another "Interactive map"...
Page 178 Navigation Navigation Example: to enter a town/city in a US state ▷ To select a different town/city: ›New as a whole word, the language of the system entry‹ must be English. ▷ Select an entry: ›Entry ...‹ e.g., entry 2 ▷...
Page 179 Navigation Navigation Store the trip "Enter new destination" Select the type of destination entry. Up to 30 trips can be stored in the trip list. If necessary, delete existing trips to be able to store new trips. "Options" Open. "Store trip" Enter the name.
Page 180: Destination Guidance
Navigation Navigation "Options" Open. ▷ The route criteria can be changed when the destination is entered and during destina‐ "Delete all trips" or "Delete trip" tion guidance. Open the last trip ▷ Road types are part of the navigation data and are taken into consideration when plan‐...
Page 181: Lane Information
Navigation Navigation 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 182 Navigation Navigation Resuming the original route Volume of spoken instructions If the route section should no longer be by‐ Turn the volume button while giving an instruc‐ passed: tion until the desired volume is set. "Navigation" Saving the spoken instructions on the "Route information"...
Page 183 Navigation Navigation Traffic obstructions To change to the function bar, move the con‐ troller to the left. Small triangles along the planned route indicate route sections with traffic obstructions, depend‐ Changing the map section ing on the map scale. The direction of the trian‐ gles indicates the direction of the obstruction.
Page 184 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, Select "Split screen content" or the scale. LLC. (“BMW NA”) and Total Traffic Net‐...
Page 185 Scroll to the next or previous traffic bulletin D. Neither Total Traffic Network, Inrix, Inc. or if required. BMW NA will be liable to you for any indirect, Traffic bulletins on the map special, consequential, exemplary, or inci‐ dental damages (including, without limita‐...
Page 186 Navigation Navigation Filtering traffic bulletins detour is offered. In addition, distance and time differences between the original route and the You can set which traffic bulletins appear on the detour are displayed. map. To accept the detour: "Navigation" "Detour" "Map" In the event of special hazards, e.
Page 187: What To Do If
Navigation Navigation "Navigation system version": information on tion. Reception is usually best when you the data version is displayed. have an unobstructed view of the sky. ▷ The destination without street information is Updating the navigation data not used for route guidance? When city has been input, no downtown can General information be determined.
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Page 189: Entertainment
Entertainment The chapter helps assure your enjoyment when receiving radio and television stations and playing CDs, DVDs and tracks from the music collection. Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 607 879 - 09 11 490...
Page 190: Tone
Entertainment Tone Tone Vehicle equipment Select the desired tone settings. All standard, country-specific and optional equipment that is offered in the model series is described in this chapter. Therefore, equipment is also described that is not available in a vehicle, e.
Page 191 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 192: Radio
Entertainment Radio Radio Vehicle equipment AM/FM station All standard, country-specific and optional Selecting a station equipment that is offered in the model series is "Radio" described in this chapter. Therefore, equipment is also described that is not available in a vehicle, "FM"...
Page 193 Radio Entertainment HD Radio™ reception The stations can also be stored on the program‐ mable memory buttons, refer to page 20. Many stations broadcast both analog and digital signals. Selecting a station manually License conditions Station selection via the frequency. HD Radio™...
Page 194: Additional Information
Entertainment Radio Press the controller. Symbol Function Select the substation. Open the My Favorites category/ When reception is poor, the substation is muted open a favorite. for several seconds. If reception is interrupted Manage the favorites. for an extended period, it switches back to the main station.
Page 195 Radio Entertainment Via iDrive The phone number and an electronic serial number, ESN, are displayed. "Radio" Select the phone number to have the chan‐ "Satellite radio" nel enabled. Select "All channels" or the desired cate‐ gory. Select the desired channel. You can unsubscribe from the channels again via this phone number.
Page 196: 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 197 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: "Automatic time shift". Select the league. Storing favorites Select "Add all teams" or the desired team. Up to 30 favorites can be stored in the favorites Opening the favorites list.
Page 198 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 199 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 20. Deleting a station "Radio" "Presets" Select the desired station. "Options"...
Page 200: Cd/Multimedia
Entertainment CD/multimedia CD/multimedia Vehicle equipment CD/DVD All standard, country-specific and optional Playback equipment that is offered in the model series is described in this chapter. Therefore, equipment Loading the CD/DVD player is also described that is not available in a vehicle, Insert the CD/DVD with the printed side up.
Page 201 CD/multimedia Entertainment ▷ Compressed audio files: MP3, WMA, AAC, To go up a level in the directory: move the M4A. controller to the left. CD/DVD removal Press the button. The CD/DVD is partially ejected. Remove the CD/DVD. Audio playback Selecting the track using the button Select the desired track to begin playback.
Page 202 Entertainment CD/multimedia Select the desired CD or DVD. Code Region "Options" Open. Northwest Asia, North Africa "Random" China All regions Playback The video image is displayed on the front Con‐ trol Display up to a speed of approx. 2 mph/3 km/ h;...
Page 203 CD/multimedia Entertainment "Audio/language" Symbol Function Open the DVD menu. Start playback. Pause Stop Next chapter Previous chapter Select the desired language. Fast forward Selecting the subtitles Reverse The subtitles that are available depend on the DVD. In fast forward/reverse: the speed increases ev‐ ery time the controller is pressed.
Page 204: Dvd Changer
Entertainment CD/multimedia "Brightness", "Contrast" or "Color" Selecting the camera angle The availability of a different camera angle de‐ pends on the DVD and the current DVD track. Turn the controller during playback. Open "Options". "Additional options" "Viewing angle" Select the desired camera angle. Turn the controller until the desired setting Opening the main menu, back is reached and press the controller.
Page 205: Controls And Displays
CD/multimedia Entertainment Controls and displays Wait for the LEDs on the DVD slot to begin flashing and then insert each CD or DVD into the center of the slot. The CDs/DVDs are drawn in automatically and placed into the vacant compartments. Sliding in CDs/DVDs Do not insert the CD/DVD until the LEDs on the DVD slot are flashing;...
Page 206 Do not remove the cover Only the main film without the previews or extras BMW CD/DVD players and changers are can be played back. officially designated Class 1 laser products. Do not operate if the cover is damaged; otherwise, Starting playback severe eye damage may occur.◀...
Page 207: Music Collection
CD/multimedia Entertainment Malfunctions involving individual CDs/ USA and worldwide. DTS and the logo are reg‐ DVDs istered trademarks & DTS Digital Surround and the DTS logos are trademarks of DTS Inc. © If malfunctions occur only with particular CDs/ DTS, Inc. All rights reserved. DVDs, this can be due to one of the following causes: Music collection...
Page 208 Entertainment CD/multimedia #6,330,593, and other patents issued or pend‐ "Storing..." 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" "CD/DVD" Select the symbol for the CD/DVD player. "Store in vehicle"...
Page 209: Music Search
CD/multimedia Entertainment the Apple iPod/iPhone can be played via the Select the desired category. USB audio interface in the center armrest. Connect the USB device to the USB inter‐ face in the glove compartment, refer to page 153. "CD/Multimedia" "Music collection" Open "Options".
Page 210: Random Playback
Entertainment CD/multimedia Current playback The first track is played automatically, if pos‐ sible. The list of tracks that was generated last by the music search, or the album that was selected last. "CD/Multimedia" "Music collection" "Current playback" Change directories if needed to select tracks.
Page 211 CD/multimedia Entertainment Free memory capacity name is not available, it can be changed later if desired. Display the free memory capacity in the music collection. "CD/Multimedia" "Music collection" "CD/Multimedia" Highlight the desired album. "Music collection" Open "Options". Open "Options". "Rename album" "Free memory"...
Page 212: External Devices
Entertainment CD/multimedia External devices "Music data import/export" At a glance Symbol Meaning AUX-IN port USB audio interface Mobile phone audio interface Bluetooth audio "Backup music on USB" Rear AUX-IN port on the left Rear AUX-IN port on the right AUX-IN port At a glance ▷...
Page 213 CD/multimedia Entertainment Playback ers, USB flash drives, or mobile phones that are supported by the USB audio interface. Connect the audio device, switch it on and select a track on the audio device. ▷ Connection via snap-in adapter when equip‐ ped with extended connectivity of the music "CD/Multimedia"...
Page 214: Usb Audio Interface
Entertainment CD/multimedia Connection of a USB device via the Playback USB audio interface "CD/Multimedia" "External devices" Select the symbol. USB audio interface is located in the center arm‐ rest. Connect using a flexible adapter cable to protect The playback starts with the first track. the USB audio interface and the USB device On the split screen, the CD cover for the music against physical damage.
Page 215 CD/multimedia Entertainment ▷ Select the desired entry from the list. "Options" Open. "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. Operation can be performed via iDrive. The Not all categories need to be selected.
Page 216: Bluetooth Audio
Entertainment CD/multimedia peratures; refer to the audio device operating ▷ Bluetooth is activated on the vehicle, refer to instructions. page 231, and on the device. Depending on the configuration of the audio ▷ Bluetooth presettings must be made on the files, e.g., bit rates greater than 256 kbit/s, the device, such as for a connection without files may not play back correctly in each case.
Page 217 CD/multimedia Entertainment Enter the passkey and confirm. If necessary, "Bluetooth® audio". Select the desired device from the list of paired devices. "Options" Open. "Configure phone" "Audio" "OK" Connecting the device "CD/Multimedia" Select the desired functions with which the device is to be connected, e.g. "Audio". "Bluetooth®...
Page 218: Disconnecting The Audio Connection
Entertainment CD/multimedia Unpairing a device Select the symbol. "CD/Multimedia" "Bluetooth® (audio)" If necessary, "Bluetooth® audio". Highlight the device that is to be unpaired. Open "Options". "Remove phone from list" What to do if... Select the desired track from the list, if nec‐ Information on suitable devices can be found at essary.
Page 219: Software Update
USB. Restoring the previous version Updates and related current information is If it should become necessary, the software ver‐ available at www.bmw.com/update. sion prior to the last software update can be re‐ stored. Displaying the current version The previous version may only be restored when The currently installed software is displayed.
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Page 221: Rear Entertainment
Rear entertainment Entertainment Rear entertainment Vehicle equipment On/off, right Headphone connection, right All standard, country-specific and optional equipment that is offered in the model series is RCA sockets described in this chapter. Therefore, equipment Headphone connection, left is also described that is not available in a vehicle, On/off, left e.
Page 222: Rear Entertainment
Entertainment Rear entertainment Notes Menu navigation ▷ Do not cover lower screen edge, since this Press the but‐ Function is where the sensors and the infrared inter‐ face are installed. ▷ When loading the rear seats and adjusting Operating concept as for the the backrest of the front seat, fold in the front controller.
Page 223 Rear entertainment Entertainment Radio When the same radio source is selected in the front and rear (e.g., FM/AM), the same radio sta‐ tion is played. Operation is the same as for the front radio, refer to page 192. CD/multimedia Remove the cover. Press on the cover, ar‐ CD/DVD row 1, and push forward, arrow 2.
Page 224: Bmw Assist
"Suggest destination" Priority options BMW Assist The driver has priority Operation is the same as for BMW Assist in the ▷ The source selected via iDrive in the front is front, refer to page 253. output on the vehicle loudspeakers and can be selected but not operated from the rear.
Page 225: Connecting An External Device
Rear entertainment Entertainment The rear has priority ▷ Do not scratch the interface. ▷ When the source selected in the rear is Fold up display screens for interference-free re‐ played on headphones, it can be selected ception. but not operated via iDrive in the front. Other Unfavorable light conditions such as bright am‐...
Page 226: Adjusting The Volume
Entertainment Rear entertainment Volume The volume of the rear vehicle speakers cannot be adjusted. The volume of the sound output is dependent on the audio device. If this volume differs mark‐ ▷ Sound in the rear is output via the head‐ edly from the volume of the other audio sources, phones.
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Page 229: 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 2 607 879 - 09 11 490...
Page 230: Telephone
Communication Telephone Telephone Vehicle equipment Snap-in adapter The snap-in adapter is used to: All standard, country-specific and optional ▷ Hold the mobile phone. equipment that is offered in the model series is described in this chapter. Therefore, equipment ▷ Recharge the battery. is also described that is not available in a vehicle, ▷...
Page 231 Telephone Communication Notes Additional functions At high temperatures, the charge function of the Activating/deactivating the additional mobile phone can be limited where appropriate functions and the functions are no longer executed. Activate the functions before pairing to be able When the mobile phone is used via the vehicle, to use them in the vehicle.
Page 232 Communication Telephone Pair the vehicle entirely on the front or rear Con‐ Symbol Function trol Display. Telephone. "Telephone" Additional telephone. "Bluetooth® (phone)" Audio source. "Add new phone" The Bluetooth name of the vehicle is dis‐ played. Four mobile phones can be paired with the ve‐ hicle at once.
Page 233 Telephone Communication Configuring cell phone ▷ Is Bluetooth activated in the vehicle and on the mobile phone? Activate Bluetooth in the Additional functions can be activated or deacti‐ vehicle and on the mobile phone. vated for paired and connected mobile phones. ▷...
Page 234: Incoming Call
Communication Telephone ▷ It may not be possible to display phone book Select the desired setting: "Microphone" or entries with special characters. "Loudspeak." ▷ The number of phone book entries being To adjust: turn the controller. stored is too high. To store: press the controller.
Page 235 When entering phone numbers, you can switch WXYZ between entering letters and numbers. Service numbers can be entered more easily, Calls with multiple participants e. g. 1-888-BMW-CARD. "Telephone" General information "Dial number" You can switch between calls or connect two calls to a single conference call.
Page 236: Phone Book
Communication Telephone Accepting a call while speaking to Establishing a conference call another party Two calls can be connected to a single tele‐ This function might have to be activated by the phone conference call. service provider and the mobile phone must be Establish two calls.
Page 237 Telephone Communication Redialing "Phone book" A symbol indicates the storage location of the General information contacts. The list of dialed numbers in the mobile phone is transmitted to the vehicle depending on the mobile phone. The 20 phone numbers dialed last are displayed.
Page 238: Mobile Phone
Communication Telephone Hands-free system Complete the entries if necessary. If necessary, "Store contact in vehicle". General information Received calls Calls that are being made on the hands-free system can be continued on the mobile phone Displaying calls and vice versa. The 20 calls that were last received are dis‐...
Page 239 Telephone Communication The concept The system says: »123 456 790. Continue? « ▷ The mobile phone can be operated without taking your hands from the steering wheel. ›Dial‹ ▷ In many cases, the entries are accompanied The system says: »Dialing number« by announcements or questions.
Page 240: Deleting An Entry
Communication Telephone Deleting an entry Environmental conditions ›Delete name‹ ▷ Say the commands, numbers, and letters smoothly and with normal volume, empha‐ Say the name after being prompted to do so. sis, and speed. Confirm the query with ›Yes‹. ▷ Always say commands in the language of the system.
Page 241 Telephone Communication Insert the snap-in adapter at the front, ar‐ row 1, and press down, arrow 2, until it en‐ gages. Inserting the mobile phone Depending on the mobile phone, remove the protective cap from the antenna con‐ nector and from the USB connection of the mobile phone.
Page 242: Office
Communication Office Office Vehicle equipment ▷ The time, time zone, and date, refer to page 86, are correctly set on the Control All standard, country-specific and optional Display and on the mobile phone to correctly equipment that is offered in the model series is display appointments, for example.
Page 243 Office Communication Contacts Dialing phone numbers Select the desired contact. Note Select the phone number. If equipped with full mobile phone preparation The connection is established. package. Editing a contact At a glance Select the desired contact. Contacts can be created and edited. The con‐ "Edit contact"...
Page 244 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 245: Displaying Messages
"Service message" the vehicle is supported. Text messages and e- 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, My Info and BMW separately.
Page 246 Communication Office Deleting messages My Info Messages from the Concierge service, My Info, Starting destination guidance and BMW Info can be deleted. Select the message. Delete a message: "Start guidance" or "Add as another "Office" destination" "Messages" Dialing the number in the message Select the desired message.
Page 247: Displaying E-Mail Contacts
BMW Info Select the desired e-mail. General information Displaying e-mail contacts Messages from BMW regarding service actions If the sender and recipient of an e-mail are trans‐ and news from BMW. mitted by the mobile phone, this information is displayed in the e-mail.
Page 248 Communication Office "Options" Open. ▷ Select the symbol. "Fully download e-mails" Using contact data Only a part of the email from the cell phone Contact data from appointments, tasks, text is loaded into the vehicle. messages, e-mails and notes can be saved or selected, refer to page 249.
Page 249 Office Communication Reminders Using contact data Contact data from appointments, tasks, text Displaying reminders messages, e-mails and notes can be saved or selected, refer to page 249. Reminders of pending appointments and tasks are displayed. After an appointment or after a Reading the task out loud task is due, the reminder is no longer displayed.
Page 250: Reading Out Loud
Communication Office Reading out loud ▷ Depending on the number of stored ap‐ pointments, task notes, and messages in Text messages, e-mails, appointment entries, the mobile phone, not all are displayed in the tasks, and notes can be read out loud. vehicle.
Page 251: Contacts
Contacts Communication Contacts Vehicle equipment Fill in the entry fields: select the symbol next to the entry field. All standard, country-specific and optional equipment that is offered in the model series is described in this chapter. Therefore, equipment is also described that is not available in a vehicle, e.
Page 252 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 253: Connecteddrive
BMW Assist services request a BMW service appointment. will be available. The BMW Assist system can be ▷ Remote Door Unlock: the BMW Assist Re‐ reactivated by a service center after you sign a sponse Center provides assistance if, for ex‐...
Page 254 Communication ConnectedDrive Press the SOS button to contact the BMW can be booked directly by the BMW Assist Con‐ Assist Response Center. cierge service. The Concierge service is part of the optional BMW Convenience Plan. TeleService Starting the Concierge service "BMW Assist"...
Page 255 Communication BMW Search nection is established to Roadside Assis‐ tance. At a glance A business search can be opened via BMW Search. License conditions This product contains NetFront Browser soft‐ ware of ACCESS Co., Ltd. Copyright © 2007 ACCESS Co., Ltd. All rights reserved.
Page 256: Customer Relations
Communication ConnectedDrive Opening the start page "Options" Open. "Display start page" Vehicles equipped with BMW Assist or TeleService "BMW Assist" or "ConnectedDrive" "Customer Relations" Loading a new page "Start service" "Options" Open. "Update" Service Request Cancel "Options" Open. At a glance "Cancel loading"...
Page 257 During the updating of BMW services, display ongoing development of BMW products from the status of the data transfer. your vehicle to BMW in regular intervals if nec‐ essary. "BMW Assist" or "ConnectedDrive" TeleService Report is activated in vehicles that "Options"...
Page 258 Any additionally incurred costs are not a part category or track. of Apps. ▷ Use only BMW approved software applica‐ Press button to switch within the cell tions; otherwise, it may result in malfunc‐ phone functions to a higher level or back.
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Page 261: Mobility
Mobility To ensure that you remain mobile at all times, this chapter supplies you with important information on the topics of fuels and lubricants, wheels and tires, service, maintenance, and Roadside Assistance. Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 607 879 - 09 11 490...
Page 262: Refueling
Mobility Refueling Refueling Vehicle equipment Turn the fuel cap counterclockwise. All standard, country-specific and optional equipment that is offered in the model series is described in this chapter. Therefore, equipment is also described that is not available in a vehicle, e.
Page 263 Refueling Mobility Pull the green knob with the fuel pump symbol. This releases the fuel filler flap. Observe the following when refueling The fuel tank is full when the filler nozzle clicks off the first time. Handling fuels Obey safety regulations posted at the gas station.◀...
Page 264: Fuel
Failure to comply with these recommendations Super Premium Gasoline/AKI 91 or AKI may result in unscheduled maintenance.◀ BMW recommends AKI 91 or 89. Gasoline with lower AKI The minimum AKI Rating is 89. If you use gasoline with this minimum AKI Rat‐...
Page 265: Wheels And Tires
Wheels and tires Mobility Wheels and tires Vehicle equipment Pressure specifications The tire inflation pressure table, refer to All standard, country-specific and optional page 266, contains all pressure specifications equipment that is offered in the model series is for the specified tire sizes at the ambient tem‐ described in this chapter.
Page 266: Wheels And Tires
Mobility Wheels and tires Tire inflation pressure values up to 528i xDrive 100 mph/160 km/h Tire size Pressure specifications 528i in bar/PSI Specifications in Tire size Pressure specifications bar/PSI with cold in bar/PSI tires Specifications in bar/PSI with cold 225/55 R 17 97 V M 2.4 / 35 2.6 / 38 tires...
Page 267 Wheels and tires Mobility 535i 550i Tire size Pressure specifications Tire size Pressure specifica‐ in bar/PSI tions in bar/PSI Specifications in bar/ Specifications in bar/ PSI with cold tires PSI with cold tires 245/45 R 18 100 V M 2.4 / 35 2.7 / 39 245/45 R 18 100 V M 2.5 / 36...
Page 268 Mobility Wheels and tires 535i xDrive 550i xDrive Tire size Pressure specifications Tire size Pressure specifications in bar/PSI in bar/PSI Specifications in bar/ Specifications in PSI with cold tires bar/PSI with cold tires 245/45 R 18 100 V M 2.4 / 35 2.7 / 39 245/45 R 18 100 V M 2.6 / 38...
Page 269 Wheels and tires Mobility table on the following pages. Otherwise tire Tire size Pressure specifications damage and accidents could occur.◀ in bar/PSI The values in ( ) apply if Tire inflation pressure values over the vehicle is equipped 100 mph/160 km/h with the high speed tun‐...
Page 270 Mobility Wheels and tires Tire size Pressure specifications Tire size Pressure specifications in bar/PSI in bar/PSI The values in ( ) apply if The values in ( ) apply if the vehicle is equipped the vehicle is equipped with the high speed tun‐ with the high speed tun‐...
Page 271 Wheels and tires Mobility Tire size Pressure specifications Tire size Pressure specifications in bar/PSI in bar/PSI The values in ( ) apply if The values in ( ) apply if the vehicle is equipped the vehicle is equipped with the high speed tun‐ with the high speed tun‐...
Page 272 Mobility Wheels and tires Tire size Pressure specifications Tire size Pressure specifications in bar/PSI in bar/PSI The values in ( ) apply if The values in ( ) apply if the vehicle is equipped the vehicle is equipped with the high speed tun‐ with the high speed tun‐...
Page 273 Wheels and tires Mobility Tire size Pressure specifications Tire size Pressure specifications in bar/PSI in bar/PSI The values in ( ) apply if The values in ( ) apply if the vehicle is equipped the vehicle is equipped with the high speed tun‐ with the high speed tun‐...
Page 274 Mobility Wheels and tires Tire size Pressure specifications Tire size Pressure specifications in bar/PSI in bar/PSI The values in ( ) apply if The values in ( ) apply if the vehicle is equipped the vehicle is equipped with the high speed tun‐ with the high speed tun‐...
Page 275 Wheels and tires Mobility Tire size Pressure specifications Tire size Pressure specifications in bar/PSI in bar/PSI The values in ( ) apply if The values in ( ) apply if the vehicle is equipped the vehicle is equipped with the high speed tun‐ with the high speed tun‐...
Page 276: Tire Identification Number
Mobility Wheels and tires Speed letter Tire size Pressure specifications in bar/PSI T = up to 118 mph, 190 km/h The values in ( ) apply if H = up to 131 mph, 210 km/h the vehicle is equipped V = up to 150 mph, 240 km/h with the high speed tun‐...
Page 277: Tire Tread
Wheels and tires Mobility under controlled conditions on a specified gov‐ combination, can cause heat buildup and pos‐ ernment test course. For example, a tire graded sible tire failure. 150 would wear one and one-half, 1 g, times as If necessary, have the vehicle towed.◀ well on the government course as a tire graded 100.
Page 278: Tire Damage
Mobility Wheels and tires 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 279: New Tires
Wheels and tires Mobility Recommended tire brands Maximum speed of winter tires If the maximum speed of the vehicle is higher than the permissible speed for the winter tires, then display a corresponding sign in the field of vision. You can obtain this sign from the tire spe‐ cialist or from your service center.
Page 280: Snow Chains
Mobility Wheels and tires Run-flat tires Follow the chain manufacturer's instructions. Make sure that the snow chains are always suf‐ Label ficiently tight. Retighten as needed according to the chain manufacturer's instructions. Do not initialize the Flat Tire Monitor after mounting snow chains, as doing so may result in incorrect readings.
Page 281 Wheels and tires Mobility After you drive a short distance, a Check Control message is shown and the state is activated automatically. Confirm the automatic activation. ▷ Snow chains are not mounted. The setting is activated At speeds above 30 mph/50 km/h, a Check Control message is displayed.
Page 282: Engine Compartment
Mobility Engine compartment Engine compartment Vehicle equipment is also described that is not available in a vehicle, e. g., because of the selected optional equip‐ All standard, country-specific and optional ment or country variant. This also applies for equipment that is offered in the model series is safety-related functions and systems.
Page 283 Engine compartment Mobility Closing the hood Never reach into the engine compartment Never reach into the intermediate spaces or gaps in the engine compartment. Otherwise, there is risk of injury, e.g. from rotating or hot parts.◀ Pull the lever. Let the hood drop from a height of approx. 16 in/ 40 cm and push down on it to lock it fully.
Page 284: Engine Oil
Mobility Engine oil Engine oil Vehicle equipment ▷ "Measuring engine oil level..." Duration with the engine running: ap‐ All standard, country-specific and optional prox. 3 minutes. equipment that is offered in the model series is Duration while driving: approx. 5 minutes. described in this chapter.
Page 285 Engine oil Mobility Adding engine oil ▷ "Engine oil at minimum. Add 1 quart of engine oil!" Filler neck Within the next 125 miles/200 km, a maxi‐ mum of 1 US quart/liter oil. ▷ "Engine oil level below minimum. Add 1 quart!"...
Page 286: Coolant Level
Approved oil types Danger of burns from hot engine Do not open the cooling system while the Specification engine is hot; otherwise, escaping coolant may BMW High Performance SAE 5W-30 cause burns.◀ BMW Longlife-01 Suitable additives BMW Longlife-01 FE Only use suitable additives; otherwise, en‐...
Page 287 Engine oil Mobility The coolant level is correct if it lies between the minimum and maximum marks in the filler neck. If the coolant is low, slowly add coolant up to the specified level; do not overfill. Turn the cap until there is an audible click. Have the cause of the coolant loss elimi‐...
Page 288: Maintenance
This also applies for changing the engine oil and the microfilter/acti‐ safety-related functions and systems. vated-charcoal filter. BMW Maintenance System Service and Warranty The maintenance system directs you to re‐ Information Booklet for US quired maintenance measures and thereby sup‐...
Page 289 Maintenance Mobility Socket for OBD Onboard Data memory Diagnosis Your vehicle records data relating to vehicle op‐ eration, faults and user settings. These data are stored in the remote control and can be read out with suitable devices, particularly when the ve‐ hicle is serviced.
Page 290: Replacing Components
Mobility Replacing components Replacing components Vehicle equipment Replacing the wiper blades To change the wiper blades, fold up, refer to All standard, country-specific and optional page 71, the wiper arms. equipment that is offered in the model series is Fold up the wipers. described in this chapter.
Page 291 Replacing components Mobility Headlamp glass Danger of burns Only change bulbs when they are cool; Condensation can form on the inside of the ex‐ otherwise, there is the danger of getting ternal lamps in cool or humid weather. When burned.◀ driving with the light switched on, the conden‐...
Page 292 Mobility Replacing components Accessing the bulbs Unscrew the cap, remove it, and change the bulb. Remove the screws and fold down the cap. High beams Low beams Follow the general instructions on lamps and Follow the general instructions on lamps and bulbs, refer to page 290.
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Page 294: Front Fog Lamps
Mobility Replacing components 55-watt bulb, H7 35-watt bulb, H8 Fold open the cover in the engine compart‐ Carefully pull out the grill toward the front. ment. Remove the screws. Unscrew the cap and remove it. Pull the lamp out toward the front. Unscrew the bulb holder counterclockwise.
Page 295: License Plate Lamps
Replacing components Mobility Outside brake lamp Rear reflector Turn signal, outer brake, tail, and license plate lamps Follow the general instructions on lamps and bulbs, refer to page 290. These lights are made using LED technology. The illustration shows the position of the bulb in Contact your service center in the event of a the installed bulb holder.
Page 296: Vehicle Battery
Mobility Replacing components Vehicle battery Maintenance The battery is maintenance-free, i.e., the elec‐ trolyte will last for the life of the battery. Your service center will be glad to advise you on questions regarding the battery. Battery replacement Squeeze the clips together and remove the bulb holder.
Page 297 Replacing components Mobility Maintain the battery in an upright position for Information on the fuse types and locations is transport and storage. Secure the battery so found on a separate sheet. that it does not tip over during transport. Fuses Notes Replacing fuses Never attempt to repair a blown fuse and...
Page 298: Breakdown Assistance
▷ The radio ready state is switched on. lished. ▷ The BMW Assist system is logged in to a ▷ The LED flashes if the connection to the wireless communications network sup‐ BMW Assist Response Center has been es‐...
Page 299: Breakdown Assistance
Mobility First aid kit 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‐ ces. For this purpose, data that are used to de‐...
Page 300 Switch off any electronic systems/power Connecting the cables consumers in both vehicles. Pull off the cap of the BMW starting aid ter‐ minal. Bodywork contact between vehicles Attach one terminal clamp of the positive Make sure that there is no contact be‐...
Page 301: Manual Transmission
Breakdown assistance Mobility Manual transmission attempt in order to allow the discharged bat‐ tery to recharge. Observe before towing your vehicle Let both engines run for several minutes. The parking brake is blocked Disconnect the jumper cables in the reverse order.
Page 302: Tow Bar
It can be screwed in at the cause damage.◀ front or rear of the BMW. It is located in the con‐ tainer on the inside of the trunk lid. ▷...
Page 303 Breakdown assistance Mobility Tow-starting Automatic transmission Do not tow-start the vehicle. Due to the automatic transmission, the engine cannot be started by tow-starting. Have the cause of the starting difficulties rem‐ edied. Manual transmission If possible, do not tow-start the vehicle but start the engine by jump-starting, refer to page 299.
Page 304: Care
Mobility Care Care Vehicle equipment Washing in automatic car washes Give preference to cloth car washes or those All standard, country-specific and optional that use soft brushes in order to avoid paint equipment that is offered in the model series is damage.
Page 305 Car care products and deactivate Automatic Hold, refer to BMW recommends using cleaning and care page 67. products from BMW, since these have been Drive into the car wash. tested and approved. Depress the brake pedal as needed. Car care and cleaning products Engage transmission position N.
Page 306 Mobility Care Upholstery material care ▷ Imitation leather surfaces. Vacuum regularly with a vacuum cleaner. ▷ Headliner. If they are very dirty, e.g., beverage stains, use a ▷ Lamp lenses. soft sponge or microfiber cloth with a suitable ▷ Instrument cluster cover. interior cleaner.
Page 307 Care Mobility Floor mats can be removed from the passenger compartment for cleaning. If the floor carpets are very dirty, clean with a microfiber cloth and water or a textile cleaner. To prevent matting of the carpet, rub back and forth in the direction of travel only.
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Page 309: 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 2 607 879 - 09 11 490...
Page 310: Technical Data
Reference Technical data Technical data Vehicle equipment is also described that is not available in a vehicle, e. g., because of the selected optional equip‐ All standard, country-specific and optional ment or country variant. This also applies for equipment that is offered in the model series is safety-related functions and systems.
Page 311 Technical data Reference Length, wheel base Wheel base: 116.9 inches / 2,968 mm Length: 193.1 inches / 4,905 mm Smallest turning circle Dia.: 39 ft 2 in/11.95 m Dia. with active steering: 37 ft 6 in/11.45 m Dia. xDrive: 39 ft 8 in/12.10 m Weights The values preceding the slash apply to vehicles the slash apply to vehicles with automatic trans‐...
Page 312 Reference Technical data 535i Approved gross vehicle weight 5,159/5,181 2,340/2,350 Load lbs/kg 1,058/480 Approved front axle load lbs/kg 2,491/1,130 Approved rear axle load 2,866/2,888 1,300/1,310 Approved roof load capacity lbs/kg 220/100 Cargo area capacity cu ft/l 18.36/520 550i Approved gross vehicle weight 5,401/5,423 2,450/2,460 Load...
Page 313 Technical data Reference 535i xDrive Approved gross vehicle weight lbs/kg 5,379/2,440 Load lbs/kg 1,058/480 Approved front axle load lbs/kg 2,701/1,225 Approved rear axle load lbs/kg 2,910/1,320 Approved roof load capacity lbs/kg 220/100 Cargo area capacity cu ft/l 18.36/520 550i xDrive Approved gross vehicle weight lbs/kg 5,600/2,540...
Page 314: Short Commands Of The Voice Activation
Reference Short commands of the voice activation system Short commands of the voice activation system Vehicle equipment To have the available spoken instructions read out loud: ›Voice commands‹ All standard, country-specific and optional The following short commands are valid for ve‐ equipment that is offered in the model series is hicles with voice activation system.
Page 315: Short Commands Of The Voice Activation
Short commands of the voice activation system Reference Function Command Open the Driving Mode menu. ›Driving mode‹ Open the ECO PRO menu. ›ECO PRO mode‹ Equipment Function Command Open the air conditioning settings. ›Climate‹ Open the Head-up Display. ›head up display‹ Enable the rear.
Page 316 Reference Short commands of the voice activation system Function Command Open EfficientDynamics menu. ›Efficient Dynamics‹ EfficientDynamics split screen. ›Split screen Efficient Dynamics‹ Navigation General information Function Command Opens the Navigation menu. ›Navigation‹ Open the destination entry. ›Enter address‹ Enter the address. ›Enter address‹...
Page 317 Short commands of the voice activation system Reference Function Command Display the map. ›Map‹ Map facing north. ›Map facing north‹ Map facing the direction of travel. ›Map in direction of travel‹ Perspective map. ›Map perspective view‹ Automatic scaling of the map. ›Map with automatic scaling‹...
Page 318 Reference Short commands of the voice activation system Function Command Split screen scale...miles. ›Split screen scale ... miles‹ e.g., split screen scale 5 miles Split screen, highlight the traffic situation. ›Split screen, Traffic conditions‹ Split screen, computer. ›Split screen on board info‹ Split screen, trip computer.
Page 319: Weather Band
Short commands of the voice activation system Reference Function Command Open a frequency. ›Frequency ... Kilohertz‹ e.g., frequency 753 or 753 kilohertz Open the AM stations. ›A M‹ Open the manual search. ›Manual‹ Weather Band Function Command Open the Weather Band. ›Weather band‹...
Page 320 Reference Short commands of the voice activation system 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 321 Short commands of the voice activation system Reference Tone Function Command Open the tone settings. ›Tone‹ Telephone Function Command Dial a phone number. ›Dial number‹ Opens the Telephone menu. ›Telephone‹ Display the phone book. ›Phonebook‹ Redialing. ›Redial‹ Display received calls. ›Received calls‹...
Page 322 Select a name. ›Choose name‹ My contacts. ›My contacts‹ Open the contacts. ›Contacts‹ New contact. ›New contact‹ BMW Assist or ConnectedDrive Function Command Open BMW Assist. ›B M W Assist‹ Open ConnectedDrive. ›Connected Drive‹ Open BMW Search. ›B M W Online‹...
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Page 324: Everything From A To Z
Reference Everything from A to Z Everything from A to Z Index All around the center con‐ AUTO H button, refer to Auto‐ sole matic Hold ABS, Antilock Brake Sys‐ All around the headliner AUTO intensity All around the steering Automatic car wash ACC, Active Cruise Control wheel...
Page 325 Bluetooth audio Car care products Chrome parts, care BMW Assist Care, displays Cigarette lighter BMW homepage Care, vehicle Cleaning, displays BMW Internet page Cargo Climate control BMW Maintenance Sys‐ Cargo area, enlarging Climate control wind‐ Cargo area lid shield BMW Search Cargo area, storage compart‐...
Page 326 Reference Everything from A to Z Condition Based Service Dimmable interior rearview DVD changer mirror DVD settings Confirmation signal Direction indicator, refer to DVDs, storing Contacts 243, Turn signals DVD, video Control Display Display, ECO PRO Dynamic Damping Con‐ Control Display, settings Display, electronic, instrument trol Controller...
Page 327 Everything from A to Z Reference Engine coolant Filler neck for engine oil Gear change, automatic trans‐ Engine oil Fine wood, care mission Engine oil, adding First aid kit Gear shift indicator Engine oil additives Fitting for towing, refer to Tow General driving notes Engine oil change fitting...
Page 328 Reference Everything from A to Z Height, vehicle Initialization, Integral Active Key Memory, refer to Personal High-beam Assistant Steering Profile High beams Initializing, Flat Tire Monitor Kickdown, automatic trans‐ High beams/low beams, refer mission to High-beam Assistant Initializing, Tire Pressure Mon‐ Knee airbag Hill Descent Control HDC itor TPM...
Page 329 Everything from A to Z Reference Locking/unlocking with re‐ Manual operation, Top Multifunction steering wheel, mote control View buttons Locking, automatic Manual transmission Multimedia Locking, central Map, destination entry Music collection Locking via trunk lid Map in split screen Music search Lock, power window Map view Music, storing...
Page 330 Reference Everything from A to Z Opening/closing from in‐ Pinch protection system, win‐ Rear window defroster side dows Recirculated-air mode Opening/closing via door Plastic, care Recommended tire lock PlugIn brands Opening/closing with remote Position, storing Refueling control Postal code, entering in navi‐ Remaining range Operating concept, iDrive gation...
Page 331 Status display, tires Screw thread for tow fit‐ Slide/tilt glass roof Status information, iDrive ting Smallest turning circle Status of Owner's Manual Search, refer to BMW Smoker's package Steering, Integral Active Search Snap-in adapter, mobile Steering Seat belts, refer to Safety...
Page 332 Reference Everything from A to Z Supplementary text mes‐ Tire identification marks Trunk lid via remote con‐ sage Tire inflation pressure trol Surround View Tire inflation pressure monitor, Turning circle Switch-on times, parked-car refer to FTM Turning circle lines, backup ventilation Tire Pressure Monitor camera...
Page 333 Everything from A to Z Reference Ventilation Windshield washer noz‐ Ventilation, refer to Parked-car zles ventilation Windshield washer system Version of the navigation Windshield wiper data Windshield wipers, fold-out Video playback position Video playback, iPhone Winter storage, care Video playback, snap-in Winter tires, suitable tires adapter Winter tires, tread...
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