Page 1 Contents Owner's Manual for Vehicle The Ultimate Driving Machine THE BMW 6 SERIES THE BMW 6 SERIES GRAN COUPE. GRAN COUPE. OWNER'S MANUAL. OWNER'S MANUAL. I n f o r m a t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 2 I n f o r m a t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 3 Also use the Integrated Owner's Manual in your vehicle. It con‐ tains important information on vehicle operation that will help you make full use of the technical features available in your BMW. The manual also contains information designed to enhance operating reliability and road safety, and to contribute to maintaining the value of your BMW.
Page 4 © 2012 Bayerische Motoren Werke Aktiengesellschaft Munich, Germany Reprinting, including excerpts, only with the written consent of BMW AG, Munich. US English II/12, 03 12 490 Printed on environmentally friendly paper, bleached without chlorine, suitable for recycling. I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
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 294. 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: Notes
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: California Proposition 65 Warning
BMW. BMW cannot test every product made Service and warranty by other manufacturers to verify if it can be used on a BMW safely and without risk to either the We recommend that you read this publication vehicle, its operation, or its occupants. Genuine thoroughly.
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. I n f o r m a t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : Online Edition for Part no.
Page 12: At A Glance 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 Automatic headlamp con‐ Reduce distance 107 trol 83 Daytime running lights 83 Cruise control rocker switch 114, 106 Adaptive light control 84 10 Instrument cluster 70 High-beam Assistant 84 11 Steering wheel buttons, right Instrument lighting 85 Entertainment source Steering column stalk, left Volume Turn signal 64 Voice activation 22...
Page 14: All Around The Center Console
At a glance Cockpit All around the center console All around the interior rearview mir‐ PDC Park Distance Control 115 ror 15 View 120 Control Display 16 Backup camera 117 Glove compartment 143 Parking assistant 122 vent 134 Side View 121 Hazard warning system 270 Driving Experience Switch 102 Central locking system 37 DSC Dynamic Stability Con‐...
Page 15 Cockpit At a glance All around the interior rearview mirror Emergency Request 270 Reading lamps 86 Glass sunroof, powered 44 Interior lamps 86 Indicator lamp, front passenger airbag 89 I n f o r m a t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : Online Edition for Part no.
Page 16: Idrive
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 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 Switching the split screen on and off Symbol Meaning Text message was received. Press the button. "Split screen" Check the SIM card. SIM card is blocked. Selecting the display SIM card is missing. Press the button. Enter the PIN.
Page 21 iDrive At a glance Running a function Symbol Function Press the button. Press the controller: delete the letter The function will run immediately. This or number. means, for example, that the number is dialed Press the controller for an extended when a phone number is selected.
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: Adjusting The Volume
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 285. 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. I n f o r m a t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : Online Edition for Part no.
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‐...
Page 27 Integrated Owner's Manual in the vehicle At a glance I n f o r m a t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 900 405 - 03 12 490...
Page 28 I n f o r m a t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 900 405 - 03 12 490...
Page 29 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. I n f o r m a t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : Online Edition for Part no.
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 262. equipment that is offered in the model series is described in this chapter.
Page 31: The Concept
Opening and closing Controls Starting the engine in case of Insert a battery of the same type with the emergency detection of remote control positive side facing upwards. Press the cover closed. Take the used battery to a recycling cen‐ ter or to your service center.
Page 32: Profile Management
Controls Opening and closing Resetting profiles ▷ The USB interface, refer to page 143, in the glove compartment onto a USB device. The settings of the active profile are reset to their default values. Profile management Switch on the ignition. Opening the profiles "Settings"...
Page 33: Central Locking System
Opening and closing Controls Using the guest profile ▷ Headlamp courtesy delay feature: time set‐ ting. The guest profile can be used to make individual settings without affecting the three Personal ▷ Tone: tone settings. Profiles. ▷ Automatic climate control: settings. This can be useful for drivers who are using the ▷...
Page 34: Using The Remote Control
Controls Opening and closing Opening and closing: from the ▷ Via the door handles. outside ▷ Via the button in the trunk lid. The following takes place simultaneously when Using the remote control locking/unlocking the vehicle via the remote control: General information ▷...
Page 35: Courtesy Lamps
Opening and closing Controls Convenient opening The trunk lid opens, regardless of whether it was previously locked or unlocked. The remote control can be used to simultane‐ ously open the windows and the glass sunroof. During opening, the trunk lid pivots back and up. Ensure that adequate clearance is available be‐...
Page 36 Controls Opening and closing Pinch hazard when moving back the seat ▷ LX8CAS. If this function is used, first make sure that ▷ LX8CAS2. the footwell behind the driver's seat is empty. ▷ MYTCAS4. Otherwise, people can be injured or objects Compliance statement: damaged when the seat is moved back.◀...
Page 37: Locking And Unlocking
Opening and closing Controls Opening and closing: from the In order to terminate this alarm, unlock vehicle with the remote control, or switch on the igni‐ inside tion, if necessary, by emergency detection of the remote control. Locking and unlocking In some vehicle equipment versions, only the driver's door can be unlocked or locked via the door lock.
Page 38: Opening From The Inside
▷ Press on the top half of the BMW emblem. I n f o r m a t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 900 405 - 03 12 490...
Page 39: Locking The Vehicle
Opening and closing Controls Locking the vehicle The trunk lid unlocks. Comfort Access The concept The vehicle can be accessed without activating the remote control. All you need to do is to have the remote control with you, e.g., in your jacket pocket. Press the button on the inside of the trunk lid.
Page 40: Alarm System
Controls Opening and closing Unlocking Unlocking the trunk lid separately Press on the top half of the BMW emblem on the trunk lid. This corresponds to pressing the button on the remote control. Do not place the remote control in the...
Page 41: Switching Off The Alarm
Opening and closing Controls Arming and disarming the alarm Indicator lamp on the interior rearview system mirror General information When you lock or unlock the vehicle, either with the remote control, Comfort Access or at the door lock the alarm system is armed or disarmed at the same time.
Page 42: Interior Motion Sensor
Controls Opening and closing ▷ In automatic car washes. ▷ Press the switch beyond the resist‐ ▷ In duplex garages. ance point. ▷ During transport on car-carrying trains, at The window opens automatically. sea or on a trailer. Pressing again stops the motion. ▷...
Page 43: Roller Sunblinds
Opening and closing Controls Roller sunblinds Closing without the pinch protection system General information Danger of pinching The safety switch in the driver's door can be Monitor the closing process and make used to prevent children, for example, from op‐ sure that the closing path of the window is clear;...
Page 44: Tilt Function
Controls Opening and closing Roller blind for the side windows Tilting up and closing glass sunroof Press the button. ▷ Push switch upward briefly. The closed roof is tilted and The roller blind can only be extended or re‐ the sliding visor opens tracted when the side window is closed.
Page 45 Opening and closing Controls extreme situations, such as when thin objects are present.◀ Closing without the pinch protection system If there is an external danger or if, e. g., icing of the glass sunroof prevents automatic closing, push the switch forward past the resistance point and hold it.
Page 46: Adjusting
Controls Adjusting Adjusting Vehicle equipment Middle seat The 6 series Gran Coupé is designed as a 4+1- All standard, country-specific and optional seater vehicle. The middle seat is of limited use‐ equipment that is offered in the model series is fulness.
Page 47: Lumbar Support
Adjusting Controls Adjustments in detail Thigh support Forward/back. Multifunctional seat Height. Adjust the position using the lever. Lumbar support The curvature of the seat backrest can be ad‐ justed in such a way that it supports the lumbar region of the spine. The lower back and the spine are supported for upright posture.
Page 48: Active Seat
Controls Adjusting Shoulder support Controls Also supports the back in the shoulder area: Press and hold the button until the seat has moved to the desired position. Releasing the ▷ Results in a relaxed seating position. button stops the motion. ▷...
Page 49: Safety Belts
Adjusting Controls Temperature distribution Active seat ventilation, front The heating action in the seat cushion and back‐ The seat cushion and backrest surfaces are rest can be distributed in different ways. cooled by means of integrated fans. The ventilation rapidly cools the seat, e. g., if the "Climate"...
Page 50 Controls Adjusting Notes Buckling the belt Always make sure that safety belts are being worn by all occupants before driving away. Although airbags enhance safety by providing added protection, they are not a substitute for 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 51: Active Head Restraint
▷ Do not hang objects, e.g., clothes hangers, on the head restraints. ▷ Only attach accessories approved by BMW to the seat or head restraint. Otherwise, the protective function of the active head restraint will be impaired and the personal safety of the occupants will be endangered.◀...
Page 52: Exterior Mirrors
Controls Adjusting Seat, mirror, and steering The corresponding seat position is performed automatically. wheel memory The procedure stops when a switch for adjust‐ ing the seat or one of the buttons is pressed. General information Safety mode Close the driver's door or switch on the ig‐ nition.
Page 53: Automatic Dimming Feature
Adjusting Controls Estimating distances correctly Deactivating Objects reflected in the mirror are closer Slide the mirror changeover switch to the pas‐ than they appear. Do not estimate the distance senger's side mirror position. to the traffic behind you based on what you see Fold in and out in the mirror, as this will increase your risk of an accident.◀...
Page 54: Steering Wheel
Controls Adjusting Interior rearview mirror, automatic Adjusting dimming feature The concept The steering wheel can be adjusted in four di‐ rections. Photocells are used for control: Storing the position ▷ In the mirror glass. Seat, mirror, and steering wheel memory, refer ▷...
Page 55: Transporting Children Safely
Transporting children safely Controls Transporting children safely Vehicle equipment tomatic deactivation of front passenger airbags, refer to page 89. 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 56: Child Seat Security
Controls Transporting children safely Seat position and height Allow the belt webbing to be pulled in and pull it taut against the child restraint fixing Before installing a child restraint fixing system, system. The safety belt is locked. move the front passenger seat as far back as possible and adjust its height to the highest po‐...
Page 57 Transporting children safely Controls Retaining strap guide 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 58: Driving
Controls Driving Driving Vehicle equipment door is opened if the lights are switched off or the daytime running lights are switched All standard, country-specific and optional equipment that is offered in the model series is described in this chapter. Therefore, equipment Ignition off is also described that is not available in a vehicle, Press the Start/Stop button again, and do not...
Page 59: Switching Off The Engine
Driving Controls Before driving into a car wash ▷ When the ignition is switched off: press ON/ OFF button on the radio. In order for the vehicle to be able to roll into a car ▷ When the engine is running: press the Start/ wash, heed the information regarding Washing Stop button.
Page 60: Safety Mode
Controls Driving ▷ The brake pedal remains pressed while the ▷ Automatic transmission: vehicle is stationary or the vehicle is held by By releasing the brake pedal. Automatic Hold. When Automatic Hold is activated: press the ▷ The driver's safety belt is buckled or the accelerator.
Page 61: Parking Brake
Driving Controls Preventing an automatic engine stop Switching off the vehicle during an with automatic transmission automatic engine stop During an automatic engine stop, the vehicle The concept can be switched off permanently, e.g., when To make it possible to drive away very quickly, leaving it.
Page 62: While Driving
Controls Driving Setting The LED and indicator lamp go out. Subject to the following requirements, the park‐ Pull the switch. ing brake is automatically released by operation The LED lights up. of the accelerator pedal: ▷ Engine on. The indicator lamp lights up red. The parking brake is set.
Page 63 Driving Controls The indicator lamp switches from green The indicator lamp goes out. to red and the letters AUTO H go out. Lower lamp: indicator lamp in Canadian models Lower lamp: indicator lamp in Canadian Before driving into a car wash models.
Page 64: Headlamp Flasher
Controls Driving Turn signal, high beams, Signaling briefly headlamp flasher Press the lever to the resistance point and hold it there for as long as you want the turn signal to flash. Turn signal High beams, headlamp flasher Using turn signals ▷...
Page 65: Rain Sensor
Driving Controls Activating/deactivating ▷ Normal wiping speed: press up once. The wipers switch to intermittent operation when the vehicle is stationary. ▷ Fast wiping speed: press up twice or press once beyond the resistance point. The wipers switch to normal speed when the vehicle is stationary.
Page 66: Washer Fluid
Controls Driving Washer fluid The system sprays washer fluid on the wind‐ shield and activates the wipers briefly. General information In addition, the headlamps are cleaned at regular Antifreeze for washer fluid intervals when the vehicle lights are switched Antifreeze is flammable. Therefore, keep it away from sources of ignition.
Page 67: Automatic Transmission With
Driving Controls 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 68 Controls Driving 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. Manual mode M/S: prevent automatic upshifting Once maximum engine speed is attained, M/S...
Page 69 Driving Controls switches back into automatic mode if the selec‐ tor lever is in transmission position D. ▷ Shift up: pull right shift paddle. ▷ Shift down: pull left shift paddle. 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.
Page 70: Displays
Controls Displays Displays Vehicle equipment is also described that is not available in a vehicle, e. g., because of the selected optional equip‐ All standard, country-specific and optional ment or country variant. This also applies for equipment that is offered in the model series is safety-related functions and systems.
Page 71: Check Control
Displays Controls Electronic displays Overview, instrument cluster Messages, e.g. Check Control 71 Miles/trip miles 74 Time 74 Selection list, such as for the radio 76 Date 75 Current fuel consumption 75 Range 75 Energy recovery 75 Computer 77 External temperature 74 Navigation display 160 Transmission display 69 Service requirements 75 Check Control In addition, an acoustic signal may be output and a text message may appear on the Control Dis‐...
Page 72 Controls Displays Indicator/warning lamps Symbol Function or system Active Cruise Control Vehicle detection, Active Cruise Control Cruise control The indicator and warning lamps can light up in Lane departure warning a variety of combinations and colors. Several of the lamps are checked for proper DSC Dynamic Stability Control functioning and light up temporarily when the engine is started or the ignition is switched on.
Page 73: Text Messages
Displays Controls Hiding Check Control messages Symbol Function or system ABS Antilock Brake System ABS Antilock Brake System in Cana‐ dian models At least one Check Control message is displayed or is stored Press the computer button on the turn signal Text messages lever.
Page 74: Engine Oil Temperature
Controls Displays Fuel gauge Odometer and trip odometer The vehicle inclination may ▷ Odometer, arrow 1. cause the display to vary. ▷ Trip odometer, arrow 2. Notes on refueling, refer to page 246. Display/reset miles Tachometer Press the knob. Always avoid engine speeds in ▷...
Page 75: Current Fuel Consumption
Displays Controls Date Current fuel consumption The date is displayed in the in‐ Displays the current fuel con‐ strument cluster. sumption. You can check whether you are currently driving Setting the date and date format, in an efficient and environmen‐ refer to page 80.
Page 76 Controls Displays Detailed information on service Automatic Service Request requirements Data regarding the maintenance status or legally More information on the scope of service re‐ mandated inspections of the vehicle are auto‐ quired can be displayed on the Control Display. matically transmitted to your service center be‐...
Page 77: Information At A Glance
Displays Controls Activating a list and adjusting the Information at a glance setting Repeatedly pressing the button on the turn sig‐ nal lever calls up the following information on the info display: ▷ Range. ▷ Average fuel consumption. ▷ Average speed. ▷...
Page 78: Average Fuel Consumption
Controls Displays Average fuel consumption "Warning at:" This is calculated for the period during which the engine is running. The average fuel consumption is calculated on the basis of various distances. Average speed Periods in which the vehicle is parked with the engine manually stopped do not enter into the calculation of the average speed.
Page 79 Displays Controls Settings on the Control "Automatically reset": all values are reset approx. 4 hours after the vehicle comes to a Display standstill. Time Setting the time zone "Settings" "Time/Date" "Time zone" Select the desired time zone. The time zone is stored. Display on the Control Display Setting the time Display the computer or trip computer on the...
Page 80 Controls Displays Date "Language:" Setting the date "Settings" "Time/Date" "Date:" Turn the controller until the desired day is displayed. Press the controller. Make the necessary settings for the month Select the desired language. and year. The setting is stored for the remote control cur‐ The date is stored.
Page 81 Displays Controls Brightness Setting the brightness To set the brightness of the Control Display: "Settings" "Control display" "Brightness" Turn the controller until the desired bright‐ ness is set. Press the controller. The setting is stored for the remote control cur‐ rently in use.
Page 82: Lamps
Controls Lamps Lamps Vehicle equipment If the driver door is opened with the ignition switched off, the exterior lighting is automati‐ All standard, country-specific and optional cally switched off at these switch settings. equipment that is offered in the model series is described in this chapter.
Page 83: Daytime Running Lights
Lamps Controls Headlamp courtesy delay feature Daytime running lights The low beams stay lit for a short while after the With the ignition switched on, the daytime run‐ ignition is switched off, if the lamps are switched ning lights light up in position 0, off and the headlamp flasher is switched on.
Page 84: Adaptive Light Control
Controls Lamps Adaptive light control High-beam Assistant The concept The concept Adaptive light control is a variable headlamp When the low beams are switched on, this sys‐ control system that enables dynamic illumina‐ tem automatically switches the high beams on tion of the road surface.
Page 85: Fog Lamps
Lamps Controls Switching the high beams on and off ▷ When the windshield in front of the interior manually rearview mirror is fogged over, dirty or cov‐ ered with stickers, etc. Camera ▷ High beams on, arrow 1. ▷ High beams off/headlamp flasher, arrow 2. The camera is located near the base of the mir‐...
Page 86: Interior Lamps
Controls Lamps Interior lamps General information The interior lamps, footwell lamps, entry lamps and courtesy lamps are controlled automati‐ cally. The brightness of some of these lamps is influ‐ enced by the thumbwheel for the instrument lighting. Interior lamps Reading lamp Switching the interior lamps on and off Press the button.
Page 87: Safety
Safety Controls Safety Vehicle equipment is also described that is not available in a vehicle, e. g., because of the selected optional equip‐ All standard, country-specific and optional ment or country variant. This also applies for equipment that is offered in the model series is safety-related functions and systems.
Page 88 Controls Safety Protective action ▷ Never modify either the individual compo‐ nents or the wiring in the airbag system. This Airbags are not triggered in every impact situa‐ also applies to steering wheel covers, the tion, e.g., in less severe accidents or rear-end dashboard, the seats, the roof pillars and the collisions.
Page 89: Deactivation System
Safety Controls When there is a malfunction, have the air‐ less they are specifically recommended by bag system checked immediately the manufacturer of your vehicle. When there is a malfunction, have the airbag ▷ Do not place any electronic devices on the system checked immediately;...
Page 90: Tire Pressure Monitor Tpm
Controls Safety sure that the indicator lamp for the front pas‐ there is a significant loss of pressure in one or senger airbags lights up. This indicates that the more tires. child seat has been detected and the front pas‐ Functional requirements senger airbags are not activated.
Page 91: Resetting The System
Safety Controls 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 92 Controls Safety Run-flat tires, refer to page 255, 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 93 Safety Controls 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 94 Controls Safety 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 95: Lane Departure Warning
Safety Controls 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 96 Controls Safety Switching on/off ▷ When returning to your own lane. ▷ When braking hard. ▷ When using the turn signal. System limits Personal responsibility The system cannot serve as a substitute for the driver's personal judgment of the course of the road and the traffic situation.
Page 97 Safety Controls Keep windshield clean and clear in the area in ▷ On: the LED lights up. front of the interior rear view mirror. ▷ Off: the LED goes out. The system can issue warnings at speeds above approx. 30 mph/50 km/h. Active Blind Spot Detection The state is stored for the remote control cur‐...
Page 98: Brake Force Display
Controls Safety ▷ When a vehicle is approaching at a speed Any unauthorized modifications or changes to much faster than your own. these devices could void the user's authority to operate this equipment. ▷ In heavy fog, rain or snowfall. ▷...
Page 99: 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 100 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 101: Dynamic Drive
Driving stability control systems Controls Dynamic Damping Control The indicator lamp lights up: DTC Dy‐ namic Traction Control is activated. The concept This system reduces undesirable vehicle mo‐ Adaptive Drive tion when using a dynamic driving style or trav‐ eling on uneven road surfaces. The concept The system enhances driving dynamics and comfort as required for the road surface and...
Page 102: Using Snow Chains
Controls Driving stability control systems Malfunction At higher speeds, the steering angle is increas‐ ingly reduced. In the event of a malfunction, the steering wheel The rear wheels are turned to the same angle as must be turned further, while the vehicle re‐ the front wheels.
Page 103 Driving stability control systems Controls DSC OFF Deactivating TRACTION Driving stability is limited during acceleration Press the button again. and when driving in bends. TRACTION and the DSC indicator lamp Stabilizing interventions by the Integral Active go out. Steering system are only performed by the rear axle steering.
Page 104 Controls Driving stability control systems Activating SPORT Activating ECO PRO Press the button repeatedly until Press button repeatedly until ECO PRO SPORT appears in the tachometer. is displayed in the instrument cluster. Configuring SPORT Configuring ECO PRO If the display on the Control Display, refer to Activate ECO PRO.
Page 105: 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 106 Controls Driving comfort ▷ If active: press twice. It is displayed in the speedometer and briefly displayed in the instrument cluster, Displays in ▷ If interrupted: press once. the instrument cluster, refer to page 107. The displays go out. The stored desired speed When cruise control is maintained or stored, and distance are deleted.
Page 107: While Driving
Driving comfort Controls While standing creases or decreases by approx. 1 mph/1 km/h. Before leaving the vehicle, secure it ▷ Each time the rocker switch is pressed past against rolling. the point of resistance, the desired speed Before leaving the vehicle with the engine run‐ increases or decreases by a maximum of ning, engage position P of the automatic trans‐...
Page 108 Controls Driving comfort Indicator/warning lamps ▷ The marking does not light up: the system is switched off. Personal responsibility The indicator and warning lamps do not Brief status display relieve the driver of the responsibility to adapt his or her desired driving speed and style to the Selected desired speed.
Page 109: Swerving Vehicles
Driving comfort Controls Detection range Swerving vehicles The detection capacity of the system and the A vehicle driving in front of you is not detected automatic braking capacity are limited. until it is completely within the same lane as your vehicle.
Page 110: Radar Sensor
Controls Driving comfort Cornering Radar sensor Position If the desired speed is too high for a curve, the speed is reduced slightly in the curve, although curves cannot be anticipated in advance. There‐ Radar sensor fore, drive into a curve at an appropriate speed. In tight curves, situations may result due to the Dirty or covered sensor restricted detection range of the system in...
Page 111 Driving comfort Controls Warning stages ▷ this device must accept any interference re‐ ceived, including interference that may Prewarning cause undesired operation. Any unauthorized modifications or changes to This warning is issued, for example, when there these devices could void the user's authority to is the impending danger of a collision or the dis‐...
Page 112 Controls Driving comfort Switching the warning function on/off Warning stages Symbol Measure The vehicle lights up red: prewarn‐ ing. Increase distance. The vehicle flashes red and an acoustic signal sounds: acute warn‐ ing. You are requested to intervene by Press the button braking or making an evasive maneu‐...
Page 113: Functional Limitations
Driving comfort Controls Functional limitations Controls The system may not be fully functional in the At a glance following situations: ▷ In heavy fog, rain, sprayed water or snowfall. ▷ In tight curves. ▷ If the radar sensor is dirty or covered. Prewarning sensitivity Depending on the set prewarning time, this may result in increased false warnings.
Page 114: Indicator Lamp
Controls Driving comfort The system is automatically interrupted if: ▷ The brakes are applied. ▷ The transmission position D is disengaged. ▷ DTC Dynamic Traction Control is activated or DSC is deactivated. ▷ DSC is actively controlling stability. Maintaining/storing the current speed Press the rocker switch up or down repeatedly until the desired speed is set.
Page 115: Pdc Park Distance Control
Driving comfort Controls Desired speed System limits ▷ The marking lights up in Check the traffic situation as well green: the system is active. PDC cannot serve as a substitute for the ▷ The marking lights up in or‐ driver's personal judgment of the traffic situa‐ ange: the system has been tion.
Page 116 Controls Driving comfort ▷ In large buildings with right angles and If objects are located both in front of and behind smooth walls, e.g., in underground garages. the vehicle, an alternating continuous signal is sounded. ▷ In heavy exhaust. The intermittent tone is interrupted after approx. ▷...
Page 117 Driving comfort Controls ▷ When using high-pressure washers, do not spray the sensors for long periods and main‐ tain a distance of at least 12 in/30 cm. Surround View The concept Surround View includes the following systems: ▷ Forward gear engaged: front area of the ve‐ ▷...
Page 118 Controls Driving comfort Automatic deactivation during forward ▷ Help you to estimate the space required travel when parking and maneuvering on level roads. The system switches off when a certain driving distance or speed is exceeded. ▷ Are dependent on the current steering angle and are continuously adjusted to the steer‐...
Page 119 More than one assistance function can be active at the same time. Showing the parking aid lines The camera lens is located under the BMW em‐ "Parking aid lines" blem of the trunk lid. The image quality may be impaired by dirt.
Page 120: Top View
Controls Driving comfort Top View Switch the system back on if necessary. Switching on/off manually The concept Top View assists you in parking and maneuver‐ ing. The area around the doors and the road area around the vehicle are shown on the Control Display for this purpose.
Page 121: Side View
Driving comfort Controls Cameras The setting is stored for the remote control cur‐ rently in use. Display on the Control Display Switching on the backup camera via iDrive With Top View switched on: "Rear view camera" The backup camera image is displayed. The set‐ ting is stored for the remote control currently in The lenses of the Top View cameras are located use.
Page 122: Parking Assistant
Controls Driving comfort Switching on/off Contrast With the Side View switched on: "Contrast" Turn the controller until the desired setting is reached and press the controller. Cameras Press the button. Automatic deactivation during forward travel The system switches off when a certain driving distance or speed is exceeded.
Page 123 Driving comfort Controls Switching on When parking, also take note of the visual and acoustic information issued by the PDC and the Using the button parking assistant and accelerate or brake ac‐ cordingly. A component of the parking assistant is the PDC Park Distance Control, refer to page 115.
Page 124: System Status
Controls Driving comfort System status Watch the parking space and parking procedure closely and intervene if necessary; otherwise, there is the danger of an accident.◀ Check the traffic situation as well Loud sounds outside and within the vehi‐ cle can drown out the signal tones of the parking assistant and PDC.
Page 125 Driving comfort Controls ▷ "Parking Assistant" Select the symbol on Therefore, always be alert and ready to inter‐ the Control Display. vene; otherwise, there is the danger of an acci‐ dent occurring.◀ Interrupting automatically Curbs The procedure is interrupted automatically: The parking assistant may steer the vehi‐...
Page 126 Controls Driving comfort The parking assistant may identify parking basis on which the vehicle speed is adjusted; spaces that are not suitable for parking. otherwise, there is a risk to road safety.◀ Ultrasound sensors Heat image The ultrasounds sensors used to measure park‐ The image shows the heat radiated by objects ing spaces are located in the side turn signals.
Page 127 Driving comfort Controls Warning area in front of the vehicle Warm objects that are similar in shape to human beings are detected by the system. 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‐...
Page 128 Controls Driving comfort Display located in the central area, the distance to the person is indicated by the size of the symbol. Adjustments via the iDrive System limits With Night Vision switched on: Activate Night Vision with pedestrian detec‐ Basic limits tion.
Page 129: Head-Up Display
Driving comfort Controls Head-up Display Display The concept Lane departure warning Active Cruise Control This system projects important information into Desired speed the driver's field of vision, e.g., the speed. Navigation system In this way, the driver can get information with‐ Speed out averting his or her eyes from the road.
Page 130: Adjusting The Height
Controls Driving comfort tionally influenced using the instrument lighting, refer to page 85. The setting is stored for the remote control cur‐ rently in use. Adjusting the height "Settings" "Head-up display" "Height" Turn the controller. The height is adjusted. The setting is stored for the remote control cur‐ rently in use.
Page 131: 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 132: Maximum Cooling
Controls Climate control Climate control functions in detail At the same time, a condensation sensor con‐ trols the program so as to prevent window con‐ Manual air distribution densation as much as possible. Press the button repeatedly to select a Intensity of the AUTO program program: With the AUTO program switched on, automatic...
Page 133: Rear Window Defroster
Climate control Controls The system is set to the lowest temperature, Press the button. maximum air flow and recirculated-air mode. The air is cooled and dehumidified and, depending on the temperature setting, warmed Air flows out of the vents for the upper body re‐ again.
Page 134 Controls Climate control Ventilation Switching off At the lowest fan speed, press the left side of the Front ventilation button on the driver's side. on the display of the automatic climate control goes out. Switching the system on/off Switching off ▷...
Page 135 Climate control Controls Preselecting the switch-on time Toward red: warmer. ▷ Lever for changing the air flow direction, ar‐ "Settings" row 2. "Climate" ▷ Thumbwheels for continuous opening and "Timer 1:" or "Timer 2:" closing of the vents, arrow 3. Set the desired time.
Page 136: Interior Equipment
Controls Interior equipment Interior equipment Vehicle equipment patible with the integrated universal remote control. All standard, country-specific and optional If you have any questions, please contact: equipment that is offered in the model series is ▷ Your service center. described in this chapter. Therefore, equipment is also described that is not available in a vehicle, ▷...
Page 137 Interior equipment Controls rearview mirror. The required distance de‐ For systems with an alternating-code system, pends on the manual transmitter. the integrated universal remote control and the system also have to be synchronized. Simultaneously press and hold the button of the desired function on the hand-held trans‐...
Page 138 Controls Interior equipment Ashtray/cigarette lighter can then be controlled by the button on the interior rearview mirror. Front: open If the LED does not flash faster after at least 60 seconds, change the distance and repeat the step. Several more attempts at different distances may be necessary.
Page 139: Center Console
Interior equipment Controls Emptying In the front passenger footwell Take out the insert. Connecting electrical devices Note Do not plug the charger into the socket Do not connect battery chargers to the factory-installed sockets in the vehicle. Doing so Socket is located below the glove compartment. may result in damage to the vehicle.◀...
Page 140 Controls Interior equipment rear seat backrests. Otherwise, injury or damage Pull the corresponding lever in the cargo may result.◀ area to release the rear seat backrest. Locking the backrest Before driving with passengers in the rear of the vehicle, make sure that the backrests are engaged and thus locked in place.
Page 141: Ski Bag
Interior equipment Controls Ski bag Insert the tongue plate into the belt buckle. 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‐ boards with a length of up to 5 ft/1.60 m.
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Page 143: Storage Compartments
Storage compartments Controls Storage compartments Vehicle equipment Glove compartment All standard, country-specific and optional Opening 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 144: Folding Down
Controls Storage compartments ▷ Do not use force when plugging the con‐ This prevents access to the storage compart‐ nector into the USB interface. ment and to the cargo area. ▷ Do not connect devices such as fans or Connection for an external audio lamps to the USB interface.
Page 145: Clothes Hooks
Storage compartments Controls Opening Center console Pull on the handle and fold open the cover. To open: press on the cover. In the rear Clothes hooks In the center armrest. Two folding clothes hooks are provided in the rear of the vehicle. To unfold them, press on the top edge of the clothes hooks.
Page 146 Controls Storage compartments Storage compartment under the cargo floor cover Raise the cargo floor cover using the strap. Left storage compartment Compartment for small items and first aid kit, refer to page 271. I n f o r m a t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : Online Edition for Part no.
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Driving tips This chapter provides you with information useful in dealing with specific driving and operating modes. I n f o r m a t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 900 405 - 03 12 490...
Page 150: 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 151: Driving Through Water
Things to remember when driving Driving tips Do not remove the heat shields installed and This phenomenon is referred to as hydroplan‐ never apply undercoating to them. When driv‐ ing. It is characterized by a partial or complete ing, standing at idle and while parking, take care loss of contact between the tires and the road to avoid possible contact between the hot ex‐...
Page 152: Driving In Wet Conditions
Driving tips Things to remember when driving Only use floor mats that have been approved for ▷ Extended periods when the vehicle is not the vehicle and can be properly fixed in place. used at all. Ensure that the floor mats are securely fastened ▷...
Page 153: 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 154: Stowing Cargo
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 155: Saving Fuel
Saving fuel Driving tips Saving fuel Vehicle equipment Check the tire inflation pressure regularly All standard, country-specific and optional equipment that is offered in the model series is Check and, if necessary, correct the tire inflation described in this chapter. Therefore, equipment pressure at least twice a month and before start‐...
Page 156 Have the maintenance carried out by your serv‐ ice center. Please also note the BMW Maintenance Sys‐ tem, refer to page 262. I n f o r m a t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 157 Saving fuel Driving tips Via the iDrive Displaying fuel consumption history "Settings" The average fuel consumption can be displayed within an adjustable time frame. "ECO PRO mode" "Consumption history" "Settings" Adjusting fuel consumption history time frame "Driving mode" Select the symbol. Select the symbol. "Configure ECO PRO"...
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Page 159 Navigation This chapter contains various examples of how the navigation system can guide you reliably to your destination. I n f o r m a t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : Online Edition for Part no.
Page 160: Navigation Navigation System
Navigation Navigation system Navigation system 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 161 Navigation system 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 162: Address Book
Navigation Navigation system 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, refer to page 167, a destination as a further destination. Address book Selecting a destination from the address book Select an existing contact, if available.
Page 163: Last Destinations
Navigation system Navigation Starting destination guidance Highlight the entry. Open "Options". "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. Editing the destination "Navigation"...
Page 164 "Start search": if a search term is not entered, map and the category. the search is repeated with the previous search term. Destination entry via BMW Assist A connection is established to the Concierge Category search service, refer to page 238.
Page 165 Navigation system Navigation Open "Options". ▷ The name of a street nearby. "BMW Assist dest. entry" ▷ The county. ▷ The coordinates of the destination. Displaying special destinations in the Additional functions To display symbols of the special destinations Additional functions are available on the inter‐...
Page 166 Navigation Navigation system Saying the entries With the destination entry menu displayed: ▷ With the Professional navigation system: the town/city, street, and house number can Press the button on the steering be entered as a single command. wheel. ▷ Countries, towns and cities, streets, and in‐ ›City‹...
Page 167 Navigation system Navigation Say each digit separately. Turn the controller until the intermediate destination is located in the desired position Continue making the entry as prompted by in the list. the system. Press the controller. Planning a trip with intermediate destinations Starting the trip After all intermediate destinations are en‐...
Page 168: Destination Guidance
Navigation Navigation system Intermediate destination options ▷ The arrow view is shown in the instrument cluster, in the Head-up Display, and on the "Map" Control Display where appropriate. "Guidance" "Display all trip destinations" Terminating destination guidance Select an intermediate destination. "Navigation"...
Page 169: Lane Information
Navigation system Navigation Arrow view ▷ "Fast route": time-optimized route, being a combination of the shortest pos‐ The following information is displayed during sible route and the fastest roads. destination guidance: ▷ "ECO PRO route": optimized com‐ ▷ Large arrow: current direction of travel. bination of the fastest and shortest ▷...
Page 170 Navigation Navigation system "New route for" Select the symbol. "Start guidance": destination guidance to the selected gas station is started. "Add as another destination": the gas sta‐ tion is added to the route. Switching spoken instructions on/off The setting is stored for the remote control cur‐ rently in use.
Page 171 Navigation system Navigation At a glance Status fields Show/hide: press the controller. ▷ Upper status field: time, telephone, and en‐ tertainment details. ▷ Lower status field: symbol for active desti‐ nation guidance, status of traffic bulletins, time of arrival, and distance to destination. Function bar The following functions are available in the func‐...
Page 172 Certain BMW models equipped with navi‐ gation have the capability to display real- time traffic information. If your system has this capability the following additional terms...
Page 173 Network”) holds the rights to the traffic in‐ the traffic data, and even if Total Traffic Net‐ cident data and RDS-TMC network through work, Inrix, Inc., or BMW NA are aware of the which it is delivered. You may not modify, possibility of such damages. These limita‐...
Page 174 Navigation Navigation system Traffic bulletins on the map "Traffic Info categories" Select the desired categories. General information "Traffic conditions/gray map" Active: indication on the control display is switched to shades of gray. This enables a better view of the traffic bulletins.
Page 175 Navigation system Navigation ▷ The overall length of the traffic obstructions ▷ Dangerous situations are displayed regard‐ on the route. less of the setting. ▷ The extended driving time due to the traffic Activating dynamic destination guidance obstructions. "Navigation" The bottom part of the message displays: Open "Options".
Page 176: What To Do If
Navigation Navigation system Enter the navigation DVD authorization ▷ Spoken instructions are no longer output code. during route guidance in front of intersec‐ tions? Change the DVD, if necessary. The area has not yet been fully recorded, or After interrupting your trip, follow the instruc‐ you have left the recommended route and tions on the Control Display.
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Page 179: Entertainment
Entertainment The chapter helps assure your enjoyment when receiving radio and television stations and playing CDs, DVDs and tracks from the music collection. I n f o r m a t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : Online Edition for Part no.
Page 180: 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 181: Surround Sound System
Tone Entertainment Multi-channel playback, "Bang & Olufsen" surround Select the desired lighting setting. ▷ "Off": no lighting. Choose between stereo and multi-channel play‐ ▷ "Reduced": all speakers in the field of back, surround. view are hidden while driving. Setting multi-channel playback, ▷...
Page 182 Entertainment Tone "Volume settings" Select the desired volume setting. To adjust: turn the controller. To store: press the controller. Resetting the tone settings "CD/Multimedia", "Radio" or "Settings" "Tone" "Reset" I n f o r m a t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : Online Edition for Part no.
Page 183: Radio
Radio Entertainment 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 184 Entertainment Radio Switching the RDS on/off The stations can also be stored on the program‐ mable memory buttons, refer to page 20. "Radio" "FM" Selecting a station manually "Options" Open. Station selection via the frequency. "RDS" "Radio" "FM" or "AM" "Manual"...
Page 185: Satellite Radio
Radio Entertainment In areas in which the station is not continuously Symbol Function received in digital mode, the playback switches Manage the favorites. between analog and digital reception. In this case, switch off digital radio reception. Traffic Jump Displaying additional information The functions of the navigation bar symbols can Some stations broadcast additional information also be stored on the programmable memory...
Page 186 Entertainment Radio 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 187: Selecting A Category
Radio Entertainment 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 188 Entertainment Radio ▷ 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 189 Radio Entertainment 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 190 Entertainment Radio 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 191: Cd/Multimedia
CD/multimedia Entertainment 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 192 Entertainment CD/multimedia CD/DVD removal Select the desired track to begin playback. Press the button. The CD/DVD is partially ejected. Remove the CD/DVD. Audio playback Selecting the track using the button Press the button repeatedly until the desired track is played. Displaying information on the track Selecting a track via iDrive Audio CDs...
Page 193 CD/multimedia Entertainment Open "Options". played if the parking brake is set or if the auto‐ matic transmission is in position P. "Random" DVD video "CD/Multimedia" "CD/DVD" Select a DVD with video content. "DVD menu" All tracks of the CD/DVD are played back in ran‐ dom order.
Page 194 Entertainment CD/multimedia Selecting the subtitles Symbol Function The subtitles that are available depend on the Fast forward DVD. Reverse Turn the controller during playback. Open "Options". In fast forward/reverse: the speed increases ev‐ "Subtitles" ery time the controller is pressed. To stop, start Select the desired language or "Do not playback.
Page 195: Dvd Changer
CD/multimedia Entertainment DVD changer "Additional options" "Zoom mode" In the glove compartment Pull the handle. Selecting a track DVD video: Controls and displays Turn the controller when the DVD menu is displayed. Open "Options". "Additional options" "Select title" Select the desired track. VCD/SVCD: "Select track"...
Page 196 Entertainment CD/multimedia Cancelling a function Sliding in CDs/DVDs Do not insert the CD/DVD until the LEDs Filling the DVD compartments or removing CDs/ on the DVD slot are flashing; otherwise, the CD/ DVDs can be canceled. DVD or the DVD changer could be damaged. Press the corresponding button.
Page 197 CD/DVD player and changer If malfunctions occur only with particular CDs/ Do not remove the cover DVDs, this can be due to one of the following BMW CD/DVD players and changers are causes: officially designated Class 1 laser products. Do Home-recorded CDs/DVDs not operate if the cover is damaged;...
Page 198: Music Collection
Entertainment CD/multimedia CDs/DVDs with copy protection rectories can be deleted later, Deleting a track and directory, refer to page 202. CDs/DVDs are often provided with a copy pro‐ tection feature by the manufacturer. This can Tracks with DRM copy protection can be mean that some CDs/DVDs cannot be played or stored but cannot be played back.
Page 199: Music Search
CD/multimedia Entertainment storage process, the tracks are played in se‐ tion is available in the vehicle database or on the quence. Observe the following during the storage proc‐ To update the database, contact your service ess: center. Do not switch to the CD/DVD player and do not Storing from a USB device remove the CD/DVD from the CD/DVD player as this will interrupt the storage process.
Page 200 Entertainment CD/multimedia search. Tracks without additional information Music search using spoken instructions can be called up via the corresponding album, Instructions for the voice activation system, re‐ refer to page 201. fer to page 22. "CD/Multimedia" Press the button on the steering "Music collection"...
Page 201: Random Playback
CD/multimedia Entertainment Albums Open "Options". All stored albums, listed in order of their storage "Random" dates. Symbol Format Audio CD Compressed audio files "CD/Multimedia" "Music collection" Select the desired album. Managing music Depending on the album, the tracks or the subdirectories of the album are displayed.
Page 202 Entertainment CD/multimedia Deleting an album Therefore, it is best to perform the backup dur‐ ing a long trip. An album cannot be deleted while a track from that album is being played. Starting the engine. "CD/Multimedia" Connect the USB device to the USB inter‐ face in the glove compartment.
Page 203: External Devices
CD/multimedia Entertainment Playback Deleting the music collection "CD/Multimedia" Connect the audio device, switch it on and select a track on the audio device. "Music collection" "CD/Multimedia" Open "Options". If necessary, "External devices". "Delete music collection" "AUX front" External devices Volume The volume of the sound output is dependent At a glance on the audio device.
Page 204: Usb Audio Interface
Entertainment CD/multimedia ers, USB flash drives, or mobile phones that Connect the Apple iPod/iPhone are supported by the USB audio interface. to the USB interface. ▷ Connection via snap-in adapter when equip‐ The Apple iPod/iPhone menu ped with extended connectivity of the music structure is supported by the player in the mobile phone: Apple iPhone or USB audio interface.
Page 205 CD/multimedia Entertainment Copy protection results are filtered using this letter as the first letter. If multiple letters are entered, Music tracks with integrated Digital Rights Man‐ all results that contain that sequence are agement (DRM) cannot be played. displayed. Playback ▷...
Page 206: Bluetooth Audio
Entertainment CD/multimedia Random playback Video menu The current list of tracks is played back in ran‐ Symbol Function dom order. Next video file "CD/Multimedia" "External devices" Previous video file Open "Options". Double-click on an icon to play back previous video file. "Random"...
Page 207 CD/multimedia Entertainment ▷ The volume of the sound output is depend‐ The Bluetooth name of the vehicle is dis‐ ent on the device. If necessary, adjust the played. volume on the device. ▷ Up to four external devices can be paired with the vehicle.
Page 208 Entertainment CD/multimedia If pairing was successful, the device is displayed If necessary, "Bluetooth® audio". as connected. Select the desired device from the list of White symbol : the device is active as an audio paired devices. source. If pairing was unsuccessful: What to do if..., refer to page 209.
Page 209: Disconnecting The Audio Connection
CD/multimedia Entertainment Playback menu "Configure phone" Depending on the particular device, some of the functions may not be available. Symbol Function Next track Fast forward: press and hold the symbol. Previous music track Reverse: press and hold the symbol. "Audio" "OK"...
Page 210: Software Update
Depending on the mobile phone, it is possi‐ Updates and related current information is ble that only one device can be connected available at www.bmw.com/update. to the vehicle. Unpair the connected device Displaying the current version from the vehicle and pair and connect only one device.
Page 211 All listed software updates are removed. Note While the software is being updated or a previ‐ ous version is being restored, BMW Assist, Of‐ fice functions and the connected devices are temporarily unavailable. Wait several minutes for the functions to become available again.
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Page 213: 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. I n f o r m a t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : Online Edition for Part no.
Page 214: Telephone
Communication Telephone Telephone Vehicle equipment ▷ Recharge the battery. ▷ Connect the mobile phone to an outside an‐ All standard, country-specific and optional tenna of the vehicle. equipment that is offered in the model series is This provides for better network reception described in this chapter.
Page 215: Audio Source
Telephone Communication When the mobile phone is used via the vehicle, "Bluetooth®" heed the operating manual of the mobile phone. Pairing/unpairing the mobile phone General information The following functions are available: ▷ Use of a mobile phone as a telephone. ▷...
Page 216 Communication Telephone Pairing and connecting Symbol Function Pairing the mobile phone Telephone. To avoid becoming distracted and posing Additional telephone. an unnecessary hazard both to your own vehi‐ cle's occupants and to other road users, only Audio source. pair the mobile phone while the vehicle is sta‐ tionary.◀...
Page 217 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 218: Incoming Call
Communication Telephone ▷ It may not be possible to display phone book telephone. The settings are deleted when the entries with special characters. telephone is unpaired. ▷ The number of phone book entries being "Settings" stored is too high. "Tone" ▷...
Page 219 Telephone Communication Via the button on the steering wheel Select the digits individually. Select the symbol. Press the button. Via the instrument cluster "Accept" Rejecting a call Via iDrive "Reject" The phone number can also be entered by voice. Via the instrument cluster Calls with multiple parties "Reject"...
Page 220: Phone Book
Communication Telephone DTMF suffix dialing The existing call is put on hold. DTMF suffix dialing can be used for gaining ac‐ cess to network services or for controlling devi‐ ces, e.g., to make a remote inquiry of an answer‐ ing machine. The DTMF code is needed for this purpose.
Page 221 Telephone Communication Calling a contact Dialing the number via the instrument cluster Symbol Meaning This is possible when there is no active call. Contact with one stored phone num‐ ber. Press the button on the steering wheel. Contact with more than one stored Select the desired phone number.
Page 222: Mobile Phone
Communication Telephone From the mobile phone to the hands- "Received calls" free system Calls that were begun outside of the Bluetooth range of the vehicle can be continued on the hands-free system with the ignition switched Depending on the mobile phone, the system au‐ tomatically switches to the hands-free system.
Page 223: Deleting An Entry
Telephone Communication Using voice activation Calling Activating the voice activation system Dialing a phone number ›Dial number‹ Briefly press the button on the Say the phone number. steering wheel. ›Dial‹ Say the command. Correcting the phone number Terminating the voice activation The sequence of digits can be deleted after the system system has repeated the digits.
Page 224: Snap-In Adapter
Communication Telephone Deleting all entries phone voice operation is preset and cannot be changed in the Control Display. ›Delete phonebook‹ ▷ Keep the doors, windows, and glass sun‐ The dialog for deleting the phone book is roof closed to prevent noise interference. opened.
Page 225 Telephone Communication Insert the snap-in adapter in the direction of the arrow, arrow 1, and press down, arrow 2, until it engages. 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 226: Office
Communication Office Office Vehicle equipment ▷ The time, time zone, and date, refer to page 79, 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 227: Displaying Contacts
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 228 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 229: Displaying Messages
▷ "Service message" whether transmission from the mobile phone to Only messages from the BMW Assist the vehicle is supported. Text messages and e- Concierge service and My Info are dis‐ mails may not be supported by the service pro‐...
Page 230 Communication Office Deleting messages My Info Messages from the Concierge service and Selecting additional functions My Info can be deleted. Additional functions are available when a mes‐ Delete a message: sage is selected: "Office" Symbol Function "Messages" "Start guidance" or "Add as another Select the desired message.
Page 231: Displaying E-Mail Contacts
Office Communication Only a part of the e-mail from the cell phone Symbol Function is loaded into the vehicle. "Select phone number" Reading the e-mail out loud If the message contains more than one number, select the desired num‐ Read the e-mail out loud, refer to page 233. ber from the list.
Page 232 Communication Office Using contact data Using contact data Contact data from appointments, tasks, text Contact data from appointments, tasks, text messages, e-mails and notes can be saved or messages, e-mails and notes can be saved or selected, refer to page 233. selected, refer to page 233.
Page 233 Office Communication Reminders Reading out loud Text messages, e-mails, appointment entries, Displaying reminders tasks, and notes can be read out loud. Reminders of pending appointments and tasks Select the desired message, appointment, are displayed. After an appointment or after a task, or note.
Page 234 Communication Office ▷ Depending on the number of stored ap‐ pointments, task notes, and messages in the mobile phone, not all are displayed in the vehicle. Not all appointments and tasks from the mobile phone are displayed at the right time? ▷...
Page 235: 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 236 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 237: 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 238: Roadside Assistance
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 239 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 240 Calling Customer Relations the vehicle are automatically sent to your service partner prior to the service deadline. If possible, Vehicles not equipped with BMW the service partner will contact you and a service Assist or TeleService appointment can be arranged.
Page 241 Transmits technical data that is evaluated for the ongoing development of BMW products from During the updating of BMW services, display your vehicle to BMW in regular intervals if nec‐ the status of the data transfer. essary. "BMW Assist" or "ConnectedDrive"...
Page 242 Press button to switch within the cell of Apps. phone functions to a higher level or back. ▷ Use only BMW approved software applica‐ tions; otherwise, it may result in malfunc‐ Press button twice to switch back to the tions.
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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. I n f o r m a t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : Online Edition for Part no.
Page 246: 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 247 Refueling Mobility Remove cover. Pull the green knob with the fuel pump sym‐ bol. This releases the fuel filler flap. Observe the following when refueling The fuel tank is full when the filler nozzle clicks off the first time. Do not overfill the fuel tank Do not overfill the fuel tank;...
Page 248: 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 249: 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 250, 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 250 Mobility Wheels and tires Tire inflation pressure values up to Tire inflation pressures at max. speeds 100 mph/160 km/h above 100 mph/160 km/h Speeds above 100 mph/160 km/h 640i Gran Coupe In order to drive at maximum speeds in ex‐ cess of 100 mph/160 km/h, please observe, and, Tire size Pressure specifications...
Page 251: Tire Identification Marks
Wheels and tires Mobility Tire size Pressure specifications Tire size Pressure specifications in bar/PSI in bar/PSI Front: 245/35 R 20 2.5 / 36 Front: 245/35 R 20 2.8 / 41 95 Y XL RSC 95 Y XL RSC 2.8 / 41 3.1 / 45 Rear: Rear:...
Page 252: Uniform Tire Quality Grading
Mobility Wheels and tires Tire age ces of asphalt and concrete. A tire marked C may have poor traction performance. DOT … 3510: the tire was manufactured in the 35th week in 2010. The traction grade assigned to this tire is based on straight-ahead braking traction tests, and Recommendation does not include acceleration, cornering, hydro‐...
Page 253: Tire Tread
Wheels and tires Mobility Tire tread between the wheel and the road. Be careful to avoid road hazards and reduce your speed, es‐ pecially if your vehicle is equipped with low-pro‐ Summer tires file tires. Do not drive with a tire tread depth of less than Indications of tire damage or other vehicle de‐...
Page 254: Wheel And Tire Combination
Mobility Wheels and tires Wheel and tire combination New tires Information on the correct wheel-tire combina‐ Due to technical factors associated with their tion and rim versions for your vehicle can be ob‐ manufacture, tires do not achieve their full trac‐ tained from your service center.
Page 255: Snow Chains
Wheels and tires Mobility Changing run-flat tires case of a flat tire. Your service center will be glad to advise you. For your own safety, only use run-flat tires. No spare tire is available in the case of a flat tire. Your Rotating wheels between axles service center will be glad to advise you.
Page 256 Mobility Wheels and tires Snow chain detection Activating/deactivating rear axle steering The concept If the status indicating that snow chains are in When using snow chains, you should set use is activated, the rear axle steering is deacti‐ whether you are driving with or without snow vated automatically.
Page 257: Engine Compartment
Engine compartment Mobility 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 258 Mobility Engine compartment 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 259: Engine Oil
Engine oil Mobility Engine oil Vehicle equipment ▷ "Engine oil level below minimum. Add 1 quart!" All standard, country-specific and optional Immediately add 1 US quart/liter of oil. equipment that is offered in the model series is described in this chapter. Therefore, equipment Detailed measurement is also described that is not available in a vehicle, Requirements:...
Page 260 Some types of oils in some cases are not avail‐ able in all countries. Approved oil types Specification BMW High Performance SAE 5W-30 BMW Longlife-01 BMW Longlife-01 FE Additional information about the approved types of oils can be requested from the service center.
Page 261: Coolant
Coolant Mobility Coolant Vehicle equipment Coolant level All standard, country-specific and optional Checking equipment that is offered in the model series is Let the engine cool. described in this chapter. Therefore, equipment is also described that is not available in a vehicle, Turn the cap of the coolant reservoir slightly e.
Page 262: 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 263 In addition, if you signed a service contract for BMW Assist, certain vehicle data can be sent directly from the vehicle to facilitate the desired services. There is an OBD socket on the driver's side for checking the primary components in the vehicle emissions.
Page 264: 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 66, the wiper arms. equipment that is offered in the model series is Fold up the wipers. described in this chapter.
Page 265 Use a clean tissue, cloth or something similar, or xenon technology. hold the bulb by its base.◀ For checking and adjusting headlamp aim, please contact your BMW center. Light-emitting diodes (LEDs) LED headlamps, Light-emitting diodes Light-emitting diodes installed behind a cover (LEDs) or light modules serve as the light source for controls, display el‐...
Page 266: License Plate Lamps
Mobility Replacing components Tail lamps, bulb replacement Follow the General instructions on lamps and bulbs., refer to page At a glance Turning lamp on the Xenon headlamp Follow the General instructions on lamps and bulbs., refer to page The illustration shows the left side of the engine compartment.
Page 267: Changing Wheels
Replacing components Mobility Changing wheels Inside brake lamp Follow the general instructions on lamps and Notes bulbs, refer to page 264. The vehicle equipment does not include a spare 24-watt bulb, HP24W tire. Squeeze the bulb holder and pull it out. When using run-flat tires or tire sealants, a tire does not need to be changed immediately in the event of pressure loss due to a flat tire.
Page 268: Vehicle Battery
Mobility Replacing components Unscrew the lug bolt. Individual settings need to be reprogrammed: Remove the adapter after screwing the lug bolt ▷ Seat, mirror, and steering wheel memory: back on. store the positions again. ▷ Time: update. ▷ Date: update. Vehicle battery ▷...
Page 269 Replacing components Mobility In the glove compartment Push the handle to the side, arrow 1, and open the lid, arrow 2. In the cargo area Remove cover. Information on the fuse types and locations is found on a separate sheet. I n f o r m a t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : Online Edition for Part no.
Page 270: 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 271: First Aid Kit
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 272: Starting The Engine
Switch off any electronic systems/power Connecting the cables consumers in both vehicles. Pull off the cap of the BMW starting aid ter‐ Bodywork contact between vehicles minal. Make sure that there is no contact be‐ Attach one terminal clamp of the positive tween the bodywork of the two vehicles;...
Page 273: Tow Truck
Breakdown assistance Mobility Towing other vehicles Let both engines run for several minutes. Disconnect the jumper cables in the reverse General information order. Light towing vehicle Check the battery and recharge if necessary. The towing vehicle must not be lighter than the vehicle being towed;...
Page 274 The screw-in tow fitting should always be car‐ ried in the vehicle. It can be screwed in at the front or rear of the BMW. It is contained in the onboard vehicle tool kit under the cargo floor cover.
Page 275: Care
Care Mobility Care Vehicle equipment Automatic car washes All standard, country-specific and optional Notes equipment that is offered in the model series is Note the following: described in this chapter. Therefore, equipment ▷ Give preference to cloth car washes or those is also described that is not available in a vehicle, that use soft brushes in order to avoid paint e.
Page 276: Transmission Position
If they are very dirty, e.g., beverage stains, use a BMW recommends using cleaning and care soft sponge or microfiber cloth with a suitable products from BMW, since these have been interior cleaner. tested and approved. Clean the upholstery down to the seams using Car care and cleaning products large sweeping motions.
Page 277 Care Mobility Damage from Velcro® fasteners Do not soak the headliner. Open Velcro® fasteners on pants or other Do not use cleansers that contain alcohol articles of clothing can damage the seat covers. or solvents Ensure that any Velcro® fasteners are closed.◀ Do not use cleansers that contain alcohol or sol‐...
Page 278 Mobility Care Sensors/cameras To clean sensors and cameras, use a cloth mois‐ tened with a small amount of glass cleaner. Displays/screens Clean the displays with an antistatic microfiber cloth. Cleaning displays Do not use chemical or household cleans‐ ers. Keep all fluids and moisture away from the unit. Otherwise, they could affect or damage surfa‐...
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Page 281: 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. I n f o r m a t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : Online Edition for Part no.
Page 282: 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 283 Technical data Reference Length, wheel base Wheelbase: 116.9 inches/2,968 mm Length: 197.2 inches/5,009 mm Smallest turning circle Dia.: 39.4 ft/12.0 m Weights 640i Gran Coupe Approved gross vehicle weight lbs/kg 5,203/2,360 Load lbs/kg 904/410 Approved front axle load lbs/kg 2,513/1,140 Approved rear axle load lbs/kg 2,855/1,295...
Page 284 Reference Technical data Capacities Notes Fuel tank US gal/liters approx. 18.5/70 Fuel quality, refer to page Windshield and headlamp US quarts/liters approx. 5.3/5.0 washer system I n f o r m a t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : Online Edition for Part no.
Page 285: Short Commands Of The Voice Activation
Short commands of the voice activation system Reference 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 286: Vehicle Information
Reference Short commands of the voice activation system 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‹ Vehicle information Owner's Manual Function...
Page 287 Short commands of the voice activation system Reference 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 288 Reference Short commands of the voice activation system 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 289 Short commands of the voice activation system Reference 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 290 Reference Short commands of the voice activation system 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‹ Satellite radio Function Command Open the satellite radio. ›Satellite radio‹...
Page 291 Short commands of the voice activation system Reference Function Command Open the CD and Multimedia menus. ›C D and multimedia‹ CD and DVD. ›C D‹ Select a DVD. ›D V D ...‹ e.g. DVD 3 Display the entertainment details on a split ›Entertainment details‹...
Page 292 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 294: Everything From A To Z
Balance Alarm system Band-Aids, refer to First aid Alarm, unintentional Assist, BMW Audio playback Bang & Olufsen I n f o r m a t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 900 405 - 03 12 490...
Page 295 Car battery Cigarette lighter BMW Assist Car care products Cleaning, displays BMW Homepage Care, displays Climate control BMW Internet page Care, vehicle Climate control wind‐ BMW Maintenance Sys‐ Cargo shield Cargo area, enlarging Clock BMW Search Cargo area lid Closing/opening from in‐...
Page 296 Reference Everything from A to Z Control Display, settings Display in windshield Dynamic Stability Control Controller Display lighting, refer to Instru‐ Control systems, driving sta‐ ment lighting Dynamic Traction Control bility Displays Convenient opening Displays, cleaning Coolant Disposal, coolant Coolant temperature Disposal, vehicle battery Cooling function Distance control, refer to...
Page 297 Everything from A to Z Reference Engine oil types, ap‐ Flat Tire Monitor FTM Glass sunroof, powered with proved Flat tire, Tire Pressure Monitor tilt function Engine start during malfunc‐ Glove compartment tion Flat tire, warning lamp 91, Gong, volume equaliza‐ Engine start, jump-start‐...
Page 298 Reference Everything from A to Z Homepage Integral Active Steering Lamps Hood Integrated key Lamps and bulbs Horn Integrated universal remote Lane departure warning Hotel function, trunk lid control Lane margin, warning Hot exhaust system Intensity, AUTO program Language on Control Dis‐ House number, entering for Interactive map play...
Page 299 Everything from A to Z Reference Memory for seat, mirrors, Nylon rope for tow-starting/ steering wheel towing Maintenance Menu, EfficientDynamics Maintenance require‐ Menu in instrument cluster ments Menus, operating, iDrive Maintenance, service require‐ Menus, refer to iDrive operat‐ OBD Onboard Diagnos‐ ments ing concept tics...
Page 300 Retaining straps, securing Search, refer to BMW cargo Search I n f o r m a t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 900 405 - 03 12 490...
Page 301 Everything from A to Z Reference Seat belts, refer to Safety Socket, OBD Onboard Diag‐ Steering wheel memory belts nostics Steptronic, automatic trans‐ Seat heating, front Software applications, mission Seat heating, rear iPhone Stopping the engine Seating position for chil‐ Software update Storage compartments dren...
Page 302 Reference Everything from A to Z Text message, supplemen‐ Transporting children tary safely Theft alarm system, refer to Tread, tires Variable steering, Integral Ac‐ Alarm system Treble, tone tive Steering Theft protection, lug Trip computer Vehicle battery bolts Triple turn signal activa‐ Vehicle battery, replacing Theft protection, refer to Cen‐...
Page 303 Everything from A to Z Reference Weights Welcome lamps Wheel base, vehicle Wheels, changing Wheels, everything on wheels and tires Wheels, Flat Tire Monitor Wheels, Tire Pressure Monitor Width, vehicle Window defroster, rear Windows, powered Windshield, climate con‐ trol Windshield washer fluid Windshield washer noz‐...
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