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BMW 2015 i8 Owner's Manual

1. 3 Options 4 Display user list at startup LED in the driver s door The signals of the LED have the following meanings 1x flashing door is locked The LED then still lights up for a certain time if the vehi cle was locked from the out side The LED then lights up per manently if the vehicle was locked from the inside or au tomatically while driving off gt 2x flashing door is unlocked gt More than 2x flashing door malfunction In this case contact the service center Using the remote control Note Take the remote control with you People or animals left unattended in a parked vehicle can lock the doors from the in side Always take the remote control with you when leaving the vehicle so that the vehicle can then be opened from the outside lt Unlocking Press button on the remote control gt All doors and the tailgate are being un locked gt The interior lamps are switched on This function is not available if the interior lamps were switched off manually gt The welcome lamps are switched on if this function was activated 41 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 960 891 II 15 Opening and closing gt Exterior mirrors folded through convenient closing are folded open You can set how the vehicle is to be unlocked For Settings refer to page 46 Anti theft protection is switched off The alarm system refer to page 47 is dis armed Convenient openi
2. High beams are activated and off auto matically as a function of the traffic sit uation For additional information refer to High beam Assistant refer to page 94 Cruise control The system is switched on It maintains A the speed that was set using the con trol elements on the steering wheel Blue lights High beams High beams are activated For additional information refer to High beams refer to page 68 General lamps Check Control At least one Check Control message is displayed or is stored The symbol is shown in the display of the instrument cluster Text messages Text messages in combination with a symbol in the instrument cluster explain a Check Con trol message and the meaning of the indicator and warning lights 81 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 960 891 II 15 Supplementary text messages Additional information such as on the cause of an error or the required action can be called up via Check Control With urgent messages the added text will be automatically displayed on the Control Display Depending on the Check Control message the following functions can be selected gt Ji Owner s Manual Display additional information about the Check Control message in the Integrated Owner s Manual gt Service request Contact your service center gt Roadside Assistance Contact Roadside Assistance Hiding Check Control messages y Press the onboard com
3. Compared to the average Consumption of energy and of all BMW models which resources for each BMW i8 sate the standard rine produced automotive industry Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 960 891 11 15 03 UTILIZATION A SUSTAINABLE COMBINATION INTELLIGENT ENERGY MANAGEMENT FOR INSPIRING PERFORMANCE AND OPTIMUM EFFICIENCY BMW has been pursuing its EfficientDynamics strategy for more than a decade However no other vehicle combines driving pleasure and sustainability like the BMW 18 Equipped with innovative BMW eDrive technology that intelligently combines an Internal combustion engine with an electric drive system the BMW 18 offers maximum perfor mance and sustainable efficiency In an urban environment the BMW i8 offers a range of up to 37 kilo meters when traveling on electric power only For longer distances Support is provided by the BMW TwinPower Turbo engine with an especially intense boost feature in SPORT mode or maximum efficiency in ECO PRO mode A predictive power management system developed specifically for the BMW i8 ensures optimal settings for the two drive units at all times Additionally every driver can also help to optimize sustainability when recharging the car if renewable energy is used to charge the battery COs emissions are reduced even further Therefore BMW i recom mends green electricity suppliers to make an even greater contributi on to environmental protection Online Editi
4. Have the safety belts including the safety belt tensioners replaced and have the belt anchors checked Check and replace safety belts This should only be done by your service center otherwise this safety feature might not work properly 53 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 960 891 II 15 Adjusting Front head restraints Distance The spacing is adjusted to the back of the head using the incline of the seat backrest Adjust the distance so that the head restraint is as close as possible to the back of the head Removing The head restraints cannot be removed Mirrors Exterior mirrors General information The mirror on the passenger side is more curved than the driver s side mirror Depending on the vehicle equipment the mir ror setting is stored for the profile currently in use When the vehicle is unlocked via the re mote control the position is automatically re trieved if this function is active Note Estimating distances correctly Objects reflected in the mirror are closer than they appear Do not estimate the distance to the traffic behind you based on what you see in the mirror as this will increase your risk of an accident lt 54 At a glance 1 Adjusting 54 2 Left right Automatic Curb Monitor 3 Foldinandout 55 Selecting a mirror To change over to the other mirror Slide the switch Adjusting electrically The setting corresponds to the direc tion in which
5. The interior features premium sustainable materials Approximately 20 of the thermoplastics in the interior are produced using recycled or renewable materials Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 960 891 II 15 02 PRODUCTION THE BMW 18 FORGED BY THE POWER OF WIND AND WATER Sustainability plays a crucial role for the BMW 18 and the same Is true for the production process All of the electricity required for the manu facturing process in the BMW i Plant in Leipzig is produced from renewa ble sources BMW has been leading the way in sustainable production for a long time now but BMW i has gone even further and significantly improved its facilities The BMW i plant in Leipzig produces its own re newable electricity from wind power directly on the factory premises and operates on 100 clean electric power with zero emissions It also features significantly reduced resource consumption Similarly the carbon fiber production facility located in Moses Lake USA is powered completely by renewable electricity from the large number of hydroelectric plants in the area For BMW i sustainable production has not only an environmental dimension but a social one as well creating future proof job profiles and training BMW s suppliers to comply with advanced sustain ability standards Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 960 891 II 15 water consumption use of energy from renewable sources at the Leipzig plant
6. 3 Attach the connection hose to the connec On off reel tor of the sealing container ensuring that it Holder for bottle engages audibly Reduce inflation pressure Inflation pressure dial Compressor Connector cable for socket NO oO fh WN Connection hose stowed in the bottom of the compressor 169 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 960 891 II 15 Willia Wheels and tires 4 Slide the sealing container upright into the holder on the compressor housing ensur ing that it engages audibly lt V Sz a 5 Screw the connection hose onto the tire valve of the defective wheel 6 With the compressor switched off insert the plug into a power socket inside the ve hicle a gt 170 7 With operating readiness or drive readi ness switched on reel on the compressor x Switch off the compressor after 10 mi nutes Do not allow the compressor to run longer than 10 minutes otherwise the device will overheat and may be damaged Let the compressor run for approx 3 to 8 mi nutes to fill the tire with sealant and achieve a tire inflation pressure of approx 2 5 bar While the tire is being filled with sealant the tire inflation pressure may sporadically reach approx 5 bar Do not reel off the compressor at this point If a tire inflation pressure of 2 bar is not reached 1 Switch off the compressor 2 Unscrew the filling hose from the wheel 3 Driv
7. ECO PRO The concept ECO PRO supports a driving style that saves on fuel consumption For this purpose the en gine control and comfort features e g the cli mate control output are adjusted Under certain conditions the engine is auto matically decoupled from the transmission in the D selector lever position and the engine is switched off Selector lever position D remains engaged Ata glance ECO PRO gt Reduce heat output or heating cycle for ex terior mirror rear window and seat heating Driving tips Increase range gt What reduces the the cooling and heating output of the climate control system Activate ECO PRO i Press button repeatedly until ECO PRO is displayed in the instrument cluster Configuring ECO PRO Via the Driving Dynamics Control 1 Activate ECO PRO 2 Configure ECO PRO 3 Configure the program Via the iDrive 1 Settings 2 ECO PRO mode Or 1 Settings 2 Driving mode 3 Configure ECO PRO Configure the program ECO PRO Tip gt Limit at Adjust the ECO PRO speed gt ECO PRO speed warning The output is reduced once the set ECO PRO speed is reached ECO PRO climate control ECO PRO climate control Climate control is set to be fuel efficient By making a slight change to the set tempera ture or Slowly adjusting the rate of heating or cooling of the car s interior fuel consumption can be economized 145 Online Edition for Part
8. gt Responses by the vehicle to special situa tions such as airbag deployment or engag ing the stability control system gt Ambient conditions such as temperature This data is purely technical in nature and is used to detect and correct faults and to opti mize vehicle functions Motion profiles over routes traveled cannot be created from this data When service offerings are used e g re pair services service processes warranty claims quality assurance this technical infor mation can be read out from the event and fault memories by the service personnel in cluding the manufacturer using special diag nostic tools You can obtain further information there if you need it After an error is corrected the information in the fault memory is deleted or overwritten on a continuous basis With the vehicle in use there are situations where you can associate these technical data with individuals if combined with other infor mation e g an accident report damage to the vehicle eye witness accounts possibly with the assistance of an expert Additional functions that are contractually agreed with the customer such as vehicle emergency locating you can transmit certain vehicle data from the vehicle Event Data Recorder EDR This vehicle is equipped with an event data re corder EDR The main purpose of an EDR is to record in certain crash or near crash like situa tions such as an air bag deploym
9. official size ratings variations can lead to body contact and with it the risk of severe accidents The manufacturer of your vehicle does not evaluate non recommended wheels and tires to determine if they are suitable for use on your vehicle At page 171 under the heading Snow Chains the text should be disregarded and the following text should be read in lieu thereof Only certain types of fine link snow chains have been tested by the manufacturer of your vehicle and are determined by the manufacturer of your vehicle to be road safe and are recommended by the manufacturer of your vehicle Information about recommended snow chains is available from a service center At page 174 under the heading Engine compartment access the sentence begin ning If you are unfamiliar should be disre garded At page 176 under the heading Engine Oil Change the text should be disregarded andin lieu thereof should be read as follows BMW recommends that you have the oil changed at your BMW dealer s service cen ter or at another service center that has trained personnel that can perform the work in accordance with BMW specifications At page 179 under the heading Service and Warranty Information Booklet for US models and Warranty and Service Guide Booklet for Canadian models the second paragraph should be disregarded and the following text read in lieu thereof The manufacturer of your vehicle r
10. 1 Settings 2 Language Units 3 Select the desired menu item 4 Select the desired unit Settings are stored for the profile currently in use Brightness Setting the brightness To set the brightness of the Control Display Settings Control display Brightness a i Turn the controller until the desired bright ness is set 5 Press the controller Settings are stored for the profile currently in use 90 Depending on the light conditions the bright ness settings may not be clearly visible Activating deactivating display of the current vehicle position If GPS geolocation has been activated the cur rent vehicle position can be displayed in the BMW i Remote App or in the ConnectedDrive customer portal 1 Settings 2 GPS tracking 3 GPS tracking Head up Display The concept This system projects important information into the driver s field of vision e g the speed The driver can get information without averting his or her eyes from the road Display visibility The visibility of the displays in the Head up Display is influenced by the following factors gt Certain sitting positions Objects on the cover of the Head up Dis play gt Sunglasses with certain polarization filters Wet roads gt Unfavorable light conditions Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 960 891 II 15 Displays Controls If the image is distorted check the basic set tings S
11. Driving through water Observe water level and speed Do not exceed the maximum water level and maximum speed otherwise the vehicle s engine the electrical systems and the trans mission may be damaged lt Drive though calm water only and only if it is not deeper than 9 8 inches 25 cm and at this height no faster than walking speed up to 3 mph 5 km h Braking safely Your vehicle is equipped with ABS as a stand ard feature Applying the brakes fully is the most effective way of braking in situations needed Steering is still responsive You can still avoid any obstacles with a minimum of steering ef fort Pulsation of the brake pedal and sounds from the hydraulic circuits indicate that ABS is in its active mode In certain braking situations the perforated brake discs can cause functional problems However this has no effect on the perform ance and operational reliability of the brake Objects within the range of movement of the pedals No objects in the area around the pedals Keep floor mats carpets and any other objects out of the pedal area otherwise the function of the pedals could be impeded while driving and create the risk of an accident Do not place additional floor mats over existing mats or other objects Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 960 891 II 15 Things to remember when driving Only use floor mats that have been approved for the vehicle and can be properly attached to fl
12. aged lt Heavy and hard objects Do not stow any heavy and hard objects in the car s interior without securing them oth erwise they may present a danger to occu pants e g during braking and evasive maneu vers Determining the load limit 1 Locate the following statement on your ve hicle s placard gt The combined weight of occupants and cargo should never exceed XXX kg or YYY Ibs Otherwise damage to the 142 vehicle and unstable driving situations may result Determine the combined weight of the driver and passengers that will be riding in your vehicle Subtract the combined weight of the driver and passengers from XXX kilograms or YYY pounds The resulting figure equals the available amount of cargo and luggage load ca pacity For example if the YYY amount equals 1 000 Ibs and there will be four 150 lbs passengers in your vehicle the amount of available cargo and luggage load capacity is 400 Ibs 1 000 Ibs minus 600 Ibs 400 Ibs Determine the combined weight of lug gage and cargo being loaded on the vehi cle That weight may not safely exceed the available cargo and luggage load capacity calculated in Step 4 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 960 891 II 15 Loading PIDE Load CPP Max toad MER CO S Max Load RARI CI lt Max load The maximum load is the sum of the weight of the occupants and the cargo The greater the weight of the occupants the less carg
13. gt YS s gt Tailgate The tailgate is unlocked gt Tailgate door s The tailgate and the doors are un locked Confirmation signals from the vehicle The settings are saved in the active profile re fer to page 39 1 Settings 2 Doors key 3 Deactivate or activate the desired confir mation signals gt Acoustic sig lock unlock gt Flash when lock unlock Automatic locking The settings are saved in the active profile re fer to page 39 1 Settings 2 Doors key 3 Select the desired function gt Lock if no door is opened The vehicle locks automatically after a short period of time if no door is opened gt Lock after start driving The vehicle locks automatically after you drive off Without alarm system headlamp courtesy delay feature standing climate control The settings are saved in the active profile re fer to page 39 Settings Doors key lt gt Select the symbol Select the desired function YS gt Pathway lighting Headlight courtesy delay feature gt Comfort climate control Stationary climate control Alarm system The concept When the vehicle is locked the vehicle alarm system responds to gt Opening a door the hood or the tailgate gt Movements in the interior gt Changes in the vehicle tilt e g during at tempts at stealing a wheel gt Disconnected battery voltage The alarm system briefly signals tampering
14. tive to their individual settings Adjust as needed Individual settings are stored for the profile currently in use Press button again gt All Intelligent Safety systems are activated gt The LED lights up green Hold down button gt All Intelligent Safety systems are turned off gt The LED goes out Warning with braking function Display If a collision with a person detected in this way is Imminent a warning symbol appears on the instrument cluster and in the Head up Display The red symbol is displayed and a sig MX nal sounds Intervene immediately by braking or make an evasive maneuver Braking intervention The warning prompts the driver himself herself to react During a warning the maximum brak ing force is used Premise for the brake boos ter is sufficiently quick and hard stepping on the brake pedal The system can assist with some braking intervention if there is risk of a collision At low speeds vehicles may thus come to a complete stop The braking intervention is executed only if DSC Dynamic Stability Control is switched on The braking intervention can be interrupted by stepping on the accelerator pedal or by ac tively moving the steering wheel Object detection can be restricted Limitations of the detection range and functional restric tions are to be considered System limits Detection range The detection potential of the camera is lim ited Thus a w
15. which safety belts alone would not provide ad equate restraint 96 the selected options or country versions This also applies to safety related functions and systems The respectively applicable country provisions must be observed when using the respective features and systems wT Fe ES E 4 Side airbag 5 Knee airbags Side airbags In a lateral impact the side airbag supports the side of the body in the chest and lap area Head airbags In a lateral impact the head airbag supports the head Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 960 891 II 15 Safety Controls Knee airbag The knee airbag supports the legs in a frontal impact Protective action Airbags are not triggered in every impact situa tion e g in less severe accidents or rear end collisions Information on how to ensure the optimal protective effect of the airbags gt Keep at a distance from the airbags Always grasp the steering wheel on the steering wheel rim holding your hands at the 3 o clock and 9 o clock positions to keep the risk of injury to your hands or arms as low as possible when the airbag is triggered gt There should be no person animals or ob jects between an airbag and a person gt Do not use the cover of the front airbag on the front passenger side as a storage area gt Dashboard and windshield on the front passenger side must stay clear do not at tach adhesive labels or coverings and do not attach
16. xxxx manufacturer code for the tire brand Xxx tire size and tire design 0115 tire age Tires with DOT codes meet the guidelines of the U S Department of Transportation Tire age DOT 0115 the tire was manufactured in the 1st week of 2015 Recommendation Regardless of wear and tear replace tires at least every 6 years Uniform Tire Quality Grading Quality grades can be found where applicable on the tire sidewall between tread shoulder and maximum section width For example Treadwear 200 Traction AA Temperature A DOT Quality Grades Treadwear Traction AAABC Wheels and tires Hf tiay Temperature A B C All passenger car tires must conform to Fed eral Safety Requirements in addition to these grades Treadwear The treadwear grade is a comparative rating based on the wear rate of the tire when tested under controlled conditions on a specified gov ernment test course For example a tire graded 150 would wear one and one half 1 g times as well on the government course as a tire graded 100 The relative performance of tires depends upon the actual conditions of their use however and may depart signifi cantly from the norm due to variations in driv ing habits service practices and differences in road characteristics and climate Traction The traction grades from highest to lowest are AA A B and C Those grades represent the tire s ability to stop on wet pavement as measu
17. 2 Time Date 3 Time 4 Turn the controller until the desired hours are displayed 5 Press the controller 6 Turnthe controller until the desired mi nutes are displayed 7 Press the controller The time is stored Setting the time format 1 Settings 2 Time Date 3 Format 4 Select the desired format The time format is stored Automatic time setting Depending on your vehicle s optional features the time date and if needed the time zone are updated automatically 1 Settings 2 Time Date 3 Auto time set Date Setting the date 1 Settings 2 Time Date 3 Date 4 Turn the controller until the desired day is displayed P Press the controller 6 Make the necessary settings for the month and year The date is stored Setting the date format 1 Settings 2 Time Date 3 Format 4 Select the desired format The date format is stored 89 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 960 891 II 15 Controls Displays Language Setting the language To set the language on the Control Display Settings Language Units Language i E a Select the desired language Settings are stored for the profile currently in use Setting the voice dialog Voice dialog for the voice activation system refer to page 27 Units of measure Setting the units of measure To set the units for fuel consumption route distance and temperature
18. PDC is activated The range of the sensors is represented in the colors green yellow and red When the image of the rearview camera is dis played the reel can be made to PDC cy Rear view camera System limits Limits of ultrasonic measurement Ultrasonic measuring might not function under the following circumstances gt For small children and animals Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 960 891 II 15 gt For persons with certain clothing e g coats gt With external interference of the ultra sound e g from passing vehicles or loud machines gt When sensors are dirty iced over dam aged or out of position gt Under certain weather conditions such as high relative humidity rain snowfall ex treme heat or strong wind gt With tow bars and trailer couplings of other vehicles gt With thin or wedge shaped objects With moving objects With elevated protruding objects such as ledges or cargo With objects with corners and sharp edges With objects with a fine surface structure such as fences gt For objects with porous surfaces Low objects already displayed e g curbs can move into the blind area of the sensors before or after a continuous tone sounds False warnings PDC may issue a warning under the following conditions even though there is no obstacle within the detection range gt In heavy rain gt When sensors are very dirty or covered with ice When se
19. refer to Safety 7 Changing wheels 181 Changing wheels tires 167 CHARGE energy recov ery 66 Charging battery see Vehicle charging 150 Charging refer to Charging vehicle 150 Charging refer to Vehicle charging 150 Charging screen 76 Charging state indicator high voltage battery 77 Charging status see display of the charging status 154 Charging vehicle 150 Charging vehicle refer to Ve hicle charging 150 Chassis number see vehicle identification number 10 Check Control 79 Checking the engine oil level electronically 173 Checking the oil level elec tronically 173 Children seating position 57 Children transporting safely 57 Child restraint fixing sys tem 57 Child restraint fixing system LATCH 58 Child restraint fixing systems mounting 57 Child seat mounting 57 Child seats 57 Chrome parts care 189 Cleaning displays 190 Climate control 124 Clock 83 Closing opening via door lock 43 Closing opening with remote control 41 Combination reel refer to Turn signals 67 Combination switch refer to Wiper system 68 Combustion engine start ing 63 Comfort Access 45 COMFORT program Dy namic Driving Control 111 Compressor 168 Computer refer to On board computer 87 Condensation on win dows 127 Condensation under the vehi cle 141 Condition Based Service CBS 178 Confirmation signal 47 ConnectedDrive 6 ConnectedDrive Services 6 Connecting electrical devi ces 131 C
20. row 2 The integrated key fits the driver s door lock Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 960 891 II 15 Replacing the battery 1 Remove integrated key from remote con trol 2 Raise the cover of the battery compart ment arrow 1 3 Remove the cover of the battery compart ment arrow 2 4 Insert a battery of the same type with the positive side facing up 5 Press the cover closed Ky Take the used battery to a recycling center or to your service center New remote controls New remote controls are available from the service center Loss of the remote controls Lost remote controls can be disabled by your service center Emergency detection of remote control Also in the following situations radio ready state and drive readiness can be established gt Interference of radio transmission to re mote control by external sources e g by radio masts gt Empty battery in remote control Interference from radio transmissions through mobile devices in close proximity to remote control Opening and closing gt Interference of radio transmission by charger while charging items such as mo bile devices in the vehicle A Check Control message is displayed if one attempts to turn on the radio ready state or ac tivate engine readiness Activation of drive readiness via emergency detection of the remote control p If a respective Check Control message ap pears hold the remote
21. 960 891 II 15 BMW eDRIVE Ataglance a glance gt Display of hybrid system utilization refer to page 78 gt Hints for saving fuel refer to page 144 for reduction of the fuel consumption After the trip gt Charge vehicle refer to page 150 and plan next trip gt Prepare for long downtimes refer to page 190 BMW i Remote app A special BMW i Remote App allows to control and display certain vehicle functions using a smartphone Safety information Read the information on safe handling of the high voltage system refer to page 34 Long term Follow the instructions for vehicle storage and for longer idle periods refer to page 190 33 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 960 891 II 15 At a glance Safety of the high voltage system Safety of the high voltage system Safety of the high voltage system Working on the vehicle Maintenance and repairs Have maintenance and repair work per formed only by a service center or a workshop that works according to BMW specifications with appropriately trained personnel Other wise there is the risk of fatal injury from elec trocution due to the high voltage system s high voltage Body work and working on the high volt age system Do not perform any modifications or work on the vehicle especially maintenance and repair work on the high voltage system and the car bon body and avoid retrofitting accessories If work is not carried out p
22. Display 1 Vehicle info 2 Vehicle status 3 Gol Service required 4 8 Vehicle inspection 5 Date 6 Adjust the settings 7 Confirm The entered date is stored Automatic Service Request Data regarding the service status or legally mandated vehicle inspections are automati cally transmitted to your service center before a service due date You can check when your service center was notified On the Control Display 1 Vehicle info 2 Vehicle status 3 Open Options 4 Last Service Request Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 960 891 II 15 Displays Controls Gear shift indicator The concept The system recommends the most fuel effi cient gear for the current driving situation Depending on the vehicle s features and coun try version of the vehicle the gear shift indica tor is active in the manual mode of the Step tronic transmission Suggestions to shift gear up or down are dis played in the instrument cluster The gear shift indicator is not available when Max eDRIVE is activated On vehicles without a gear shift indicator the engaged gear is displayed Displays Example Speed limit detection Description Fuel efficient gear is set Shift into fuel efficient gear The concept Speed limit detection Speed limit detection uses a symbol in the shape of a traffic sign to display the currently detected speed limit The camera in the area of the inter
23. Display General information High voltage battery The high voltage battery is used as an energy accumulator The high voltage battery can be charged by energy recovery during the trip or via the power grid When charging via the power grid you can chose between the following variants gt Level 1 charging via a household socket gt Level 2 charging via a Level 2 charging sta tion Level 1 charging is possible via a household socket within a voltage range of 100 volts to 240 volts For optimal use of the energy from the power grid charging at a Level 2 charging station such as BMW i Wallbox is recommended 150 Charge current The charge current strength is indicated in am peres The vehicle cannot automatically detect the maximum permissible charge current strength of the power grid during charging via a house hold socket or charging station Level 1 charging Prior to the first Level 1 charging at your own household socket as well as when charging at external electrical power sockets in Level 1 the allowed charge current strength must be determined e g by a qualified electrician The charge current strength for Level 1 charg ing refer to page 155 can be adjusted in the vehicle in three steps At delivery the charge current for Level 1 charging is set to Low Depending on the country specific version one of four ampere ratings is printed on the Level 1 charging cable This ampere rating
24. Engine noise artificial 65 Engine oil 173 Engine oil adding 175 Engine oil additives 175 Engine oil change 176 Engine oil filler neck 175 Engine oil temperature 83 Engine oil types alterna tive 176 Engine oil types ap proved 175 Engine start during malfunc tion 39 Engine start jump start ing 184 Engine temperature 83 Entering a car wash 187 ePOWER electric driving 64 Equipment interior 129 Error displays see Check Control 79 ESP Electronic Stability Pro gram refer to DSC 109 Exchanging wheels tires 167 Exhaust system 140 Exterior mirror automatic dimming feature 55 Exterior mirrors 54 External start 184 External temperature dis play 83 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 960 891 II 15 Everything from AtoZ WOGA External temperature warn ing 83 F Failure message see Check Control 79 False alarm refer to Uninten tional alarm 48 Fan refer to Air flow 126 Filler neck for engine oil 175 First aid kit 184 Fitting for towing see Tow fit ting 185 Flat tire changing wheels 181 Flat tire Tire Pressure Moni tor TPM 99 Flat tire warning lamp 100 Flooding 140 Floor carpet care 189 Floor mats care 189 Fold out position wiper 70 Foot brake 140 Front airbags 96 Front armrest 134 Front beverage holder front cup holder 135 Front bottle holder refer to Front cup holder 135 Front can holder refer to Front cup ho
25. Hot exhaust system High temperatures are generated in the exhaust system Do not remove the heat shields installed and never apply undercoating to them Make sure that flammable materials e g hay leaves grass etc do not come in contact with the hot exhaust system while driving while in idle po sition mode or when parked Such contact could lead to a fire resulting in an increased risk of serious personal injury as well as prop erty damage Do not touch hot exhaust pipes otherwise there is a danger of getting burned Mobile communication devices in the vehicle Mobile communication devices in the ve hicle It is not recommended to use mobile phones such as mobile phones in the vehicle interior without a direct connection to an external aer ial Otherwise the vehicle s electronics and mobile communication devices can interfere with each other In addition there is no assur ance that the radiation generated during trans mission will be conducted away from the vehi cle interior lt Hydroplaning Hydroplaning When driving on wet or slushy roads re duce your speed to prevent hydroplaning lt On wet or slushy roads a wedge of water can form between the tires and road surface 140 This phenomenon is referred to as hydroplan ing It is characterized by a partial or complete loss of contact between the tires and the road surface ultimately undermining your ability to steer and brake the vehicle
26. II 15 fr A es ee Odata d dail VUOI OIS 1 Pull lever up to the stop Press button once for each tempera ture level The maximum temperature is reached when three LEDs are lit If the journey is continued within approx 15 minutes the seat heating is activated automat Entering the rear ically with the temperature selected last When ECO PRO refer to page 145 is acti vated the heater output is reduced Folding back and locking the backrest Before driving off fold back and lock the backrests otherwise an unexpected seat l Press button longer movement may cause an accident The LEDs go out 52 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 960 891 II 15 Adjusting Controls Safety belts Seats with safety belt The vehicle has four seats each of which is equipped with a safety belt General information Always make sure that safety belts are being worn by all occupants before driving off For the occupants safety the belt locking mechanism triggers early Slowly guide the belt out of the holder when applying it Although airbags enhance safety by providing added protection they are not a substitute for safety belts The upper shoulder strap s anchorage point will be correct for adult seat occupants of ev ery build if the seat is correctly adjusted Hints One person per safety belt Never allow more than one person to wear a single safety belt Never allow infants or small c
27. Navigation display 5 Driving Dynamics Control systems The respectively applicable country provisions must be observed when using the respective features and systems If the program is changed or the Sport program activated via the Driving Dynamics Control the display rendition adapts to the respective pro gram a COMFORT Selection list e g radio 6 Performance display Variable drive mode displays 7 Trip odometer 8 Selector lever position display 9 READY indicator 19 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 960 891 II 15 10 Overall range 11 Battery charge indicator In ECO PRO the instrument cluster switches to the ECO PRO displays These displays sup port a driving style that saves on fuel con sumption with more prominent representation of the efficiency display and various ECO PRO tips ECO PRO refer to page 12 Fuel gauge 13 Computer In the Sport program the instrument cluster switches the instrument cluster to the Sport displays These displays support a sporty driv ing style with more prominent representation of the tachometer and a clearer representation of the eBOOST performance in the form of a blue illuminated ring 1 Charging status 2 Endofcharging time Departure time with timer 3 Maximum electrical range 76 A Stationary climate control Ol Range for electric driving 6 Charging state Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 960 891 II 15 Displays of the hybrid I
28. Otherwise use may result in operating problems for the vehicle lt Position There is an OBD socket on the driver s side for checking the primary components in the vehi cle s emissions Emissions gt The warning lamp lights up Emissions are deteriorating Have the vehicle checked as soon as possible gt The warning lamp flashes under certain circumstances This indicates that there is excessive mis firing in the engine Reduce the vehicle speed and have the system checked immediately otherwise serious engine misfiring within a brief pe riod can seriously damage emission con trol components in particular the catalytic converter 179 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 960 891 II 15 Witeleitiavams Replacing components Replacing components Vehicle features and options This chapter describes all standard country specific and optional features offered with the series It also describes features that are not necessarily available in your car e g due to the selected options or country versions This also applies to safety related functions and systems The respectively applicable country provisions must be observed when using the respective features and systems Wiper blade replacement Hints Do not fold down the wipers without wiper blades Do not fold down the wipers if wiper blades have not been installed this may damage the windshield Replacin
29. S tires pro vide better winter traction than summer tires they do not provide the same level of perform ance as winter tires Maximum speed of winter tires If the maximum speed of the vehicle is higher than the permissible speed for the winter tires then a respective symbol is displayed in your field of vision You can obtain this sign from the tire specialist or from your service center Maximum speed for winter tires Do not exceed the maximum speed for the respective winter tires otherwise tire dam age and accidents can occur lt Rotating wheels between axles Different wear patterns can occur on the front and rear axles depending on individual driving conditions The tires can be rotated between the axles to achieve even wear Your service center will be glad to advise you After rotating check the tire pressure and correct if needed Rotating the tires is not permissible on vehi cles with different tire sizes or rim sizes on the front and rear axles Storage Store wheels and tires in a cool dry place with as little exposure to light as possible Always protect tires against all contact with oil grease and fuels Do not exceed the maximum tire inflation pres sure indicated on the side wall of the tire 168 Mobility System The concept With the Mobility System minor tire damage can be sealed quickly to enable continued travel To accomplish this sealant is pumped into the tires which seals the
30. Silent Start is possible if the requirements for Electric driving refer to page 64 are met Display READY indicates drive readi ness READY Starting the combustion engine Enclosed areas Do not let the engine run in enclosed areas since breathing in exhaust fumes may lead to loss of consciousness and death The exhaust gases contain carbon monoxide an odorless and colorless but highly toxic gas lt Unattended vehicle Do not leave the vehicle unattended with engine running or drive readiness switched on otherwise it may pose a risk Before leaving the vehicle engage lever in po sition P P and set the parking brake other wise the vehicle is not secured against rolling away Repeated starting in quick succession Avoid trying to start the vehicle repeat edly and in quick succession Otherwise the fuel is not burned or is inadequately burned posing a risk of overheating and damage to the catalytic converter lt The combustion engine is started with Acti vate drive refer to page 63 readiness under the following conditions gt The temperature of the hybrid system is too high gt The charge level or temperature of the high voltage battery is too low Driving away 1 Activate drive readiness 2 Apply the brake and engage lever in posi tion P D SPORT or R 3 Release the parking brake 4 Drive away Deactivating drive readiness After parking the vehicle you may hear noises d
31. Start Stop button drive readiness The concept The following ready states can be attained by pressing the Start Stop button gt Radio ready state on off gt Operating readiness on off gt Activating deactivating drive readiness To activate drive readiness press the brake pedal Switching radio ready state on off The radio ready state is activated by pressing the Start Stop button in the following situa tions gt When the engine is running gt When drive readiness is activated Some electronic systems power consumers remain ready for operation The radio ready state is switched off automati Cally gt After approx 8 minutes gt When the vehicle is locked using the cen tral locking system gt Shortly before the battery is discharged completely so that drive readiness is maintained The radio ready state remains active if e g the operating readiness is automatically switched off for the following reasons gt Opening or closing the driver s door gt Unfastening of the driver s safety belt gt When automatically switching from low beams to parking lights Operating readiness on The switched on operating readiness corre sponds to the switched on ignition for conven tional vehicles Press the Start Stop button and do not press on the brake pedal at the same time All vehicle systems are ready for operation Most of the indicator and warning lights in the instrume
32. a phone number is selected Displaying the button assignment Touch buttons with bare fingers Do not wear gloves or use objects The key assignment is displayed at top edge of screen 23 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 960 891 II 15 Ataglance GELEE iDrive E STE 3 3 4 Owner s Manual 4s Owner s Manual a Multimedia Radio Telephone Navigation Office i ConnectedDrive Vehicle info EE Deleting the button assignments 1 Press buttons 1 and 8 simultaneously for approx five seconds 2 OK Deleting personal in the vehicle The concept Depending on the usage the vehicle saves personal data such as stored radio stations These personal data can be permanently de leted through iDrive General information Depending on the equipment package the fol lowing data can be deleted gt Personal Profile settings Stored radio stations Stored Favorites buttons Travel and computer information Music collection Navigation e g stored destinations Phone book Online data e g Favorites cookies Voice notes Login accounts VV VV VV VV VV RemoteApp smartphone tethering Altogether the deletion of the data can take up to 30 minutes 24 Functional requirement Data can only be deleted while stationary Deleting data Heed and follow the instructions on the Con trol Display Turn on operations Settings Open Options Delete persona
33. a symbol in the Side View display Requirements gt Side View switched on gt Your vehicle moves no faster than walking speed gt To detect approaching objects sufficient brightness e g daylight is necessary Display The yellow symbol is displayed if an approaching vehicle is detected by the camera A gray symbol is displayed if crossing LK traffic cannot be detected System limits In the following situations the warning about crossing traffic may be limited gt In poor lighting or visibility conditions gt Ifthe camera is soiled or covered System limits The objects displayed on the Control Display under certain circumstances are closer than they appear Therefore do not estimate the distance from the objects on the display The viewing angle is approx 180 123 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 960 891 II 15 Controls Climate control Climate control Vehicle features and options the selected options or country versions This also applies to safety related functions and specific and optional features offered with the provisions must be observed when using the series It also describes features that are not respective features and systems necessarily available in your car e g due to Automatic climate control W AIC 15 14 13 11 10 9 8 1 Seat heating left 52 10 AUTO program 2 Temperature left 11 Air flow AUTO intensity 3 SYNC program 12 Manual air distribution
34. and op tions 6 Vehicle identification num ber 10 Vehicle jack 181 Vehicle paint 188 Vehicle position GPS loca tion 90 Vehicle wash 187 Ventilation 127 205 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 960 891 II 15 Venting refer to Stationary climate control 127 VIN see vehicle identification number 10 Voice activation system 26 W Warning and indicator lamps see Check Control 79 Warning displays see Check Control 79 Warning messages see Check Control 79 Warning triangle 184 Warranty 7 Washer fluid 70 Washer nozzles wind shield 69 Washer system 68 Washing vehicle 187 Water high voltage sys tem 34 Water on roads 140 Weights 195 Welcome lamps during un locking 41 Welcome lights 92 What to do after an acci dent 186 Wheelbase vehicle 194 Wheel cleaner 189 Wheels changing 167 Wheels everything on wheels and tires 163 Wheels Tire Pressure Moni tor TPM 99 Width vehicle 194 Window defroster rear 127 Windows powered 49 Windshield washer fluid 70 Windshield washer noz zles 69 Windshield washer sys tem 68 Windshield wiper 68 206 Winter storage care 190 Winter tires suitable tires 168 Winter tires tread 166 Wiper 68 Wiper blades replacing 180 Wiper fluid 70 Wiper fold out position 70 Wiper system 68 Word match concept naviga tion 25 Working on the body see Working on the vehicle 34 Working on the high voltage system
35. at the set depar ture time refer to page 128 Discharged high voltage and vehicle battery General information In addition to the high voltage battery the ve hicle has a 12 volt vehicle battery which is re Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 960 891 II 15 Charging vehicle Mobility quired for operation of the onboard electron ICS With a discharged vehicle battery no operation of the vehicle is possible Place vehicle in service To place the vehicle in service charge as usual If there is no possibility of charging on site contact the service center Charging vehicle with a discharged vehicle battery 1 Unlock the vehicle if needed using the integrated key refer to page 38 2 Secure the vehicle against rolling 3 Connect either a Level 1 or Level 2 charg ing cable to the household socket or the port on the charging station 4 Attach charging cable corresponding to the charging socket connection Charging is started The charging status is not displayed Do not open vehicle during this time After several minutes the vehicle is slightly charged The onboard electronics are ready again It is again possible to open the vehicle The charging status as well as the charging state of the high voltage battery can be dis played again If the vehicle battery cannot be charged con tact the service center 157 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 960 891 II 15 Mobility Refuelin
36. brackets or cables e g for GPS devices or mobile phones gt Make sure that the front passenger is sit ting correctly i e keeps his or her feet and legs in the footwell otherwise leg injuries might occur when front airbag is activated gt Do not place slip covers seat cushions or other objects on the front passenger seat that are not approved specifically for seats with integrated side airbags gt Do not hang pieces of clothing such as jackets over the backrests gt Make sure that occupants keep their heads away from the side airbag and do not rest against the head airbag otherwise injuries might occur when airbag is activated gt Donotremove the airbag system gt Do not remove the steering wheel gt Do not apply adhesive materials to the air bag cover panels do not cover them or modify them in any way gt Never modify either the individual compo nents or the wiring in the airbag system This also applies to steering wheel covers the dashboard the seats the roof pillars and the sides of the roofliner lt Even when you follow all instructions very closely injury from contact with the airbags cannot be ruled out in certain situations The ignition and inflation noise may lead to short term and in most cases temporary hearing impairment in sensitive individuals Malfunction deactivation and after de ploying the airbags Do not touch the individual components imme diately after t
37. certain driving distance or speed is exceeded Switch the system back on if needed With front PDC switching on off manually Aaa Press button PY gt On the LED lights up gt Off the LED goes out The rearview camera image is displayed when the reverse gear is engaged by pressing the button Display Signal tones When approaching an object an intermittent sound indicates the position of the object E g if an object is detected to the left rear of the 116 vehicle a signal tone sounds from the left rear speaker The shorter the distance to the object the shorter the intervals If the distance to a detected object in the front is less than approx 12 in 30 cm and in the rear less than approx 20 in 50 cm a continuous tone is sounded With front PDC if objects are located both in front of and behind the vehicle an alternating continuous signal is sounded The signal tone is switched off when selector lever position P is engaged on vehicles with Steptronic transmission Volume The volume of the PDC signal tone can be ad justed similar to the sound and volume set tings of the radio Settings are stored for the profile currently in use Visual warning The approach of the vehicle to an object can be shown on the Control Display Objects that are farther away are already displayed on the Control Display before a signal sounds A display appears as soon as Park Distance Control
38. control with its back against the marked area on the steering col umn The BMW logo on the remote control should be at the same height as the marked area Press the Start Stop button within 10 seconds while pressing the brake pedal If the remote control is not recognized slightly change the height position of the remote con trol and repeat the procedure Personal Profile The concept Personal Profile provides three profiles using which personal vehicle settings can be stored Every remote control has one of these profiles assigned If the vehicle is unlocked using a remote con trol the assigned personal profile will be acti vated All settings stored in the profile are au tomatically applied lf several drivers use their own remote control the vehicle will adjust the personal settings 39 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 960 891 II 15 Controls Opening and closing during unlocking These settings are also re stored if the vehicle has been used in the meantime by a person with a different remote control Changes to the settings are automatically saved in the personal profile Three personal profiles and a guest profile can be created Adjusting The settings for the following systems and functions are saved in the active profile The scope of storable settings is country and equipment dependable Unlocking and locking Lights Climate control Radio Instrument cluster Programmable m
39. corresponds to pressing and holding the remote control button Malfunction Remote control detection by the vehicle can among others be malfunctioning under the fol lowing circumstances 46 gt The battery of the remote control is dis charged Replace the battery refer to page 39 gt Interference of the radio connection from transmission towers or other equipment with high transmit power gt Shielding of the remote control due to metal objects gt Interference of the radio connection from mobile phones or other electronic devices In direct proximity Do not transport the remote control together with metal objects or electronic devices In the case of a malfunction unlock and lock the vehicle using the buttons of the remote control or using the integrated key refer to page 43 Adjusting Unlocking The settings are saved in the active profile re fer to page 39 Doors 1 Settings Doors key Gi Select the symbol Select the desired function es gt Driver s door only Only the driver s door is unlocked Pressing again unlocks the entire vehi cle gt All doors The entire vehicle is unlocked Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 960 891 II 15 Opening and closing Controls Tailgate Depending on optional features and country version this setting is not offered in some cases Settings Doors key o Select the symbol Select the desired function
40. coverage that this safety feature functions properly periods you are free to elect both during a l l 8 At page 91 under the heading Special those periods and thereafter to have main ie Ss l windshield the paragraph beginning tenance and repair work provided by other i We service centers or repair shops Therefore have the special windshield should be disregarded and the following 3 Where the Owner s Manual makes refer text should be read in lieu thereof BMW ence to parts and accessories having been recommends that you have the special see by i r references H windshield replaced by the service center intended to reflect that those parts an i p 9 At page 141 under the heading Objects accessories are recommended by BMW of North America LLC You may elect to use other parts and accessories but if you do within the range of movement of the ped als and at page 190 under the heading Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 960 891 II 15 Addendum Carpets and floor mats the paragraph that begins Only use floor mats should be disregarded and the following language should be read in lieu thereof The manu facturer of your vehicle recommends that you use floor mats that have been identified by it as appropriate for use in your vehicle and that can be properly fixed in place At page 145 under the heading Have maintenance carried out the sentence b
41. damage from the inside The compressor can be used to check the tire inflation pressure Hints gt Follow the instructions on using the Mobi lity System found on the compressor and sealant container gt Use of the Mobility System may be ineffec tive if the tire puncture measures approx 1 8 in 4 mm or more gt Contact the nearest service center if the tire cannot be made drivable gt If possible do not remove foreign bodies that have penetrated the tire gt Pull the speed limit sticker off the sealant container and apply it to the steering wheel gt The use of a sealant can damage the TPM wheel electronics In this case have the electronics checked at the next opportu nity and have them replaced if needed Enclosed areas Do not let the engine run in enclosed areas since breathing in exhaust fumes may lead to loss of consciousness and death The exhaust gases contain carbon monoxide an odorless and colorless but highly toxic gas lt Storage The Mobility System is located behind the left side trim in the trunk Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 960 891 II 15 Wheels and tires Sealing container Filling the tire with sealant 1 Shake the sealing container Vy gt Sealing container arrow 1 gt Filling hose arrow 2 2 Take the connection hose completely out Observe use by date on the sealant container of the compressor housing Do not kink the hose Compressor
42. drivetrain for example downshifting is not pos sible if the engine speed is too high The selected gear is briefly displayed in the in strument cluster followed by the currently se lected gear Ending the sport program manual mode Push the selector lever to the right D is displayed in the instrument cluster Automatic termination Pressing the Driving Dynamics Control refer to page 111 or the eDRIVE button refer to page 65 terminates the Sport program of the vehicle The selector lever automatically tips back into the original position Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 960 891 II 15 Driving Controls gt l d f IF j H T J f Y A f e j y f f i A Ay ff The shift paddles on the steering wheel allow you to shift gears quickly while keeping both hands on the steering wheel The shift paddles can be used only when Driv ing with the combustion engine refer to page 65 If Auto eDrive refer to page 64 is activated the combustion engine starts first gt Shift up briefly pull right shift paddle gt Shift down briefly pull left shift paddle Gears will only be shifted at appropriate engine and road speeds for example downshifting is not possible if the engine speed is too high The selected gear is briefly displayed in the in strument cluster followed by the current gear If the shift paddles on the steering wheel are used to shift gears in au
43. engine running engage lever in posi k Scicckinesynibel 121 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 960 891 II 15 Controls Driving comfort 2 Turn the controller until the desired setting is reached and press the controller Displaying the turning radius and pathway lines gt The static red turning radius line shows the space needed to the side of the vehicle when the steering wheel is turned all the way gt The variable green pathway line assists you in assessing the amount of space ac tually needed to the side of the vehicle The lane line depends on the engaged gear and the current steering angle The track line is continuously adjusted for the steering wheel movement 7 Parking aid lines Turning circle and pathway lines are displayed System limits A Check Control message is displayed when a camera is defective Side View The concept Side View provides an early look at cross traffic at blind driveways and intersections Road users concealed by obstacles to the left and right of the vehicle can only be detected rela tively late from the driver s seat To improve the viewing each camera front and rear on the vehicle detects the traffic area on the side 122 Which camera is active is shown on the top edge of the screen Hints The images of the cameras are displayed de pending on the gear selected on the Control Display Check the traffic situation as well Check the traffic
44. flash faster after at least 60 seconds change the distance and repeat the step Several more attempts at different distances may be necessary Wait at least 15 seconds between attempts Canada if programming with the hand held transmitter was interrupted hold down the interior rearview mirror button and repeatedly press and release the hand held transmitter button for 2 sec onds Controls Before operation Before operating a system using the uni versal garage door opener ensure that there are no people animals or objects within the range of movement of the remote controlled system otherwise there is a risk of injury or damage Also follow the safety instructions of the hand held transmitter lt The system such as the garage door can be operated using the button on the interior rear view mirror while the engine is running or when the ignition is started To do this hold down the button within receiving range of the system until the function is activated The interior rear view mirror LED stays lit while the wireless sig nal is being transmitted Deleting stored functions Press and hold the left and right button on the interior rearview mirror simultaneously for ap proximately 20 seconds until the LED flashes rapidly All stored functions are deleted The functions cannot be deleted individually Sun visor Glare shield Fold the sun visor down or up Vanity mirror A vanity mirror
45. gt By sounding an acoustic alarm gt By switching on the hazard warning sys tem gt By flashing the high beams Arming and disarming the alarm system When you unlock or lock the vehicle either with the remote control or via the Comfort Ac cess the alarm system is disarmed or armed at the same time 47 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 960 891 II 15 Controls Opening and closing Door lock and armed alarm system The alarm system is triggered when the door is opened when the vehicle is unlocked via the door lock Tailgate and armed alarm system The tailgate can be opened even when the alarm system is armed After the tailgate is closed it is locked and monitored again when the doors are locked The hazard warning system flashes once Panic mode You can trigger the alarm system if you find yourself in a dangerous situation i d J Press button on the remote control for at least 3 seconds To switch off the alarm press any button Indicator lamp on the interior rearview mirror gt The indicator lamp flashes briefly every 2 seconds The system is armed gt The indicator lamp flashes after locking The doors hood or tailgate is not closed properly but the rest of the vehicle is se cured After 10 seconds the indicator lamp flashes continuously Interior motion sen sor and tilt alarm sensor are not active 48 When the still open access is closed inte rior mot
46. is the limit which must be adhered to for the vehi cle if the charge current is set to Maximum According to the market specific version the charge current strength changes differently if the setting Reduced or Low is selected Maximum Reduced Low 8A 6A 6A 10A 7 5A 6A 12A 9A 6A 15A 11 25A 7 5A Depending on the charge current the charging duration changes Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 960 891 II 15 Maintaining charging state Should it be necessary e g to conserve the electrical range for a later point in time on the trip the current charging state of the high volt age battery can be maintained with Maintain ing charging state refer to page 64 Hints Working with electrical current When working with electrical current ob serve the safety regulations Otherwise with high voltage or excess current there is a risk to persons and property e g from electrocution or fire lt Have the charging device checked be fore commissioning Before the initial charging process have your own charging device checked at the charging location by a qualified electrician that is charging port on the vehicle charging cable charging station or household socket and con nected circuits Otherwise there is a danger of damage to the vehicle and overloading of the supply mains at the charging location lt Follow instructions at the charging sta tion When working with electrical current follow the ins
47. is located in the sun visor be hind a cover When the cover is opened the mirror lighting switches on Connecting electrical devices Hints Do not connect charging devices to the 12 volt socket in the vehicle Do not connect battery chargers to the fac tory installed 12 volt sockets in the vehicle as this may damage the vehicle battery due to an increased power consumption lt Replace the cover after use Reinsert the lighter or socket cover after use otherwise objects may get into the lighter socket or fixture and cause a short circuit Sockets General information The lighter socket can be used as a socket for electrical equipment while the engine is run ning or when the ignition is switched on Note The total load of all sockets must not exceed 140 watts at 12 volts Do not damage the socket by using unsuitable connectors 131 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 960 891 II 15 Controls Interior equipment Center console The socket is located between the front seats Remove the cover In the front passenger footwell The socket is located below the glove com partment USB interface for data transfer The concept Connection for importing and exporting data on USB devices e g gt Personal Profile settings refer to page 39 gt Music collection gt Importing Trips Hints Observe the following when connecting gt Do not use force when plugging the con nector in
48. lights up green an Emergency quest can be made through this system Request was initiated i i If a cancel prompt appears on the display General information the Emergency Request can be aborted Only press the SOS button in an emergency If the situation allows wait in your vehicle until the voice connection has been estab lished gt The LED flashes green when a connection to the BMW Response Center has been established 183 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 960 891 II 15 Mobility Breakdown assistance When the emergency request is received First aid kit at the BMW Response Center the BMW Response Center contacts you and takes Note further steps to help you Some of the articles have a limited service life Even if you are unable to respond the BMW Response Center can take further steps to help you under certain circum stances Check the expiration dates of the contents regularly and replace any expired items promptly For this data are transmitted to the BMW Storage Response Center which serve to deter mine the necessary rescue measures E g the current position of the vehicle if it can be established gt Ifthe LED is flashing green but the BMW Response Center can no longer be heard via the speaker you can nevertheless still be heard at the BMW Response Center Initiating an Emergency Request automatically The first aid kit is located in the trunk behind Under certain conditions an
49. may cause engine damage lt Do not add too much engine oil When too much engine oil is added im mediately have the vehicle checked otherwise this may cause engine damage lt Protect children Keep oil grease etc out of reach of chil dren and observe the warnings on the contain ers to prevent health risks Oil filler neck The oil filler neck is located in the engine com partment Engine compartment access refer to page 174 Only add engine oil when the message is dis played in the instrument cluster The quantity to be added is indicated in the message dis played in the instrument cluster Engine oil types to add Hints No oil additives Oil additives may lead to engine dam age Viscosity grades for engine oils When selecting an engine oil ensure that the engine oil belongs to one of the viscosity grades SAE OW 40 SAE OW 30 SAE 5W 40 and SAE 5W 30 or malfunctions or engine damage may occur The engine oil quality is critical for the life of the engine Suitable engine oil types You can add engine oils that meet the follow ing oil rating standards Gasoline engine BMW Longlife 01 BMW Longlife 01 FE Further information regarding the oil specifica tions and viscosities of engine oils can be in quired with the service center 175 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 960 891 II 15 Mobility Engine oil Alternative engine oil types If an engine oil suitable for conti
50. munication and the short commands of the voice activation system can be retrieved on the Control Display via the Integrated Owner s Handbook Additional sources of information The service center will be happy to answer any other questions you may have Information on BMW e g on technology is available on the Internet www bmwusa com BMW i Driver s Guide App The Owner s Manual is available in many coun tries as an app Additional information on the Internet www bmw com bmw_i_drivers_guide Symbols FN Indicates precautions that must be followed precisely in order to avoid the possibility of personal injury and serious damage to the vehicle Marks the end of a specific item of information amp Refers to measures that can be taken to help protect the environment a Identifies display texts in vehicle used to select individual functions gt Verbal instructions to use with the voice activation system Identifies the answers generated by the voice activation system Symbols on vehicle components Ti Indicates that you should consult the relevant section of this Owner s Manual for information on a particular part or assembly Indicates on certain parts or assemblies that incorrect use of high voltage equipment or of orange colored high voltage components re sults in the risk of life threatening injury from electric shock Vehicle features and options This Owner s Manual desc
51. on a load ing platform only otherwise damage may oc Towing other vehicles as The tow starting or towing of other vehicles with the BMW i8 is not possible Tow truck Tow fitting The screw in tow fitting should always be car ried in the vehicle The tow fitting can be screwed in at the front of your BMW N The vehicle should only be transported on a loading platform Do not lift the vehicle Do not lift the vehicle by the tow fitting or body and chassis parts otherwise damage may result The tow fitting is located under the first aid kit behind the left folding cover in the trunk Use tow fitting located in the front only for po sitioning the vehicle Tow fitting information on use gt Use only the tow fitting provided with Pushing vehicle the vehicle and screw it all the way in To remove a disabled vehicle from the danger gt Use the tow fitting for towing on paved area push it for a short distance at a speed of roads only no more than 6 mph 10 km h gt Use tow fitting located in the front only for The vehicle can only be pushed in selector positioning the vehicle lever position N gt Avoid lateral loading of the tow fitting e g do not lift the vehicle by the tow fitting Otherwise damage to the tow fitting and the vehicle can occur lt 185 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 960 891 II 15 Mobility Breakdown assistance Screw thread for tow fitting gt Secure the crash si
52. otherwise electrical components can be damaged Avoid pressure Avoid pressing too hard when cleaning and do not use abrasive materials otherwise damage can result lt Clean with a clean antistatic microfiber cloth Long idle times and long term vehicle storage Do not allow the vehicle to sit idle for ex tended periods with a low charging state Before storing the vehicle for an extended pe riod check the battery charge indicator to en 190 sure that the high voltage battery is fully charged For longer idle times park the vehicle with a charging plug plugged into a suitable power source Regularly check charging state Otherwise the high voltage battery can be damaged when there is excessive discharge lt For idle phases that last several weeks park the vehicle with a fully charged battery if possi ble Do not park the vehicle for longer than 14 days if the electric range is less than 6 mls approx 10 km With storage times of up to three months if possible plug the vehicle into a suitable power source or park it in a nearly fully charged state Note The service center can advise you on what to consider when storing the vehicle for longer than three months Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 960 891 II 15 Care Mobility 191 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 960 891 II 15 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 960 891 II 15 Technical data Veh
53. outside influen ces the air is directed to the windshield side windows upper body and into the footwell The cooling function refer to page 125 is switched on automatically with the AUTO pro gram At the same time a condensation sensor con trols the program so as to prevent window condensation as much as possible 126 To switch off the program press the button again or manually adjust the air distribution Intensity of the AUTO program With the AUTO program activated the auto matic intensity control can be changed amp Press the left or right side of the but i ton decrease or increase the inten sity The selected intensity is shown on the display of the automatic climate control Air flow manual To manually adjust air flow turn off AUTO pro gram first amp Press the left or right side of the but ton decrease or increase air flow The selected air flow is shown on the display of the automatic climate control The air flow of the automatic climate control may be reduced automatically to save battery power Manual air distribution F Press button repeatedly to select a program r Windows Upper body region Footwell Windows and upper body region Windows and footwell gt gt gt gt gt gt Upper body region and footwell Windows upper body region and footwell The selected air distribution is shown on the display of the automatic climate contr
54. radio connection from mobile phones or other electronic devices in direct proximity Do not transport the remote control together with metal objects or electronic devices In the case of interference the vehicle can also be unlocked and locked from the outside with out remote control refer to page 43 For US owners only The transmitter and receiver units comply with part 15 of the FCC Federal Communication Commission regulations Operation is gov erned by the following FCC ID LX8766S LX8766E LX8CAS LX8CAS2 MYTCAS4 Compliance statement VV VV OV This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules Operation is subject to the following two conditions gt This device may not cause harmful inter ference and gt this device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation Any unauthorized modifications or changes to these devices could void the user s authority to operate this equipment Without remote control Locking from the outside 1 Close the driver s door from the outside 2 Enter the vehicle via the front passenger side and close front passenger door x Press button for central locking system Vehicle is locked 4 Unlock the front passenger door via the lever in the door frame refer to page 44 5 Exit the vehicle on the front passenger side Make sure that the remote control is not in the vehicle 6 Close the front passen
55. readiness and drive readiness are switched on 77 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 960 891 II 15 The energy recovered is indicated in the COM FORT and ECO PRO modes by four bars in the CHARGE range The high voltage battery is being charged Depending on the available output of the high voltage battery more or less BOOST could be recovered If the high voltage battery is completely charged no en ergy can be recovered The four bars are grayed out For further information please refer to Energy recovery CHARGE refer to page 66 Five bars indicate the available output of the electric motor for the eBOOST refer to page 31 acceleration boost Depending on the available output of the high voltage battery there could be more or less BOOST available If the high voltage battery is completely dis charged all five bars are grayed out 78 WZ In the Maintaining charging state mode the arrow indicates the charging state of the high voltage battery that should be conserved for a later point in the trip Gray arrow maintaining charging state mode deactivated Orange arrow maintaining charging state mode activated Activating deactivating the Maintaining charg ing state mode refer to page 64 Vehicle info eDRIVE lilt Consumption history fe lee eee MILLET IEEE Gray bars indicate the fuel consumption of the combustion engine arrow 1 Blue bars indicate the percentage utilization of the fu
56. see Working on the vehicle 34 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 960 891 II 15 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 960 891 II 15 01 40 2 960 891 ue
57. sensors for long periods and maintain a distance of at least 12 in 3O cm Hints Personal responsibility Even an active system does not relieve the driver from personal responsibility while driving Technically the system has its limits it cannot independently react to all traffic situations Monitor your driving be on the alert observe the vehicle surroundings and other traffic and react when needed risk of accident Avoid driving fast with PDC Avoid approaching an object too fast Avoid driving off fast while PDC is not yet ac tive For technical reasons the system may other wise be too late in issuing a warning lt Overview With front PDC button in vehicle i PDC Park Distance Control 115 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 960 891 II 15 Controls Driving comfort Switching on off Switching on automatically PDC switches on automatically in the following situations gt If selector lever position R is engaged while the engine is running or in electric mode The rearview camera also switches on gt If equipped with front PDC when obsta cles are detected behind or in front of the vehicle by PDC and the speed is slower than approx 2 5 mph 4 km h You may turn off automatic activation Settings 2 Parking 3 Select setting Settings are stored for the profile currently in use Automatic deactivation during forward travel The system switches off when a
58. stow any objects in the car s inte rior without securing them otherwise they may present a danger to occupants e g during braking and evasive maneuvers lt Do not place anti slip mats on the dash board Do not place anti slip mats on the dashboard The mat materials could damage the dash board Storage compartments The following storage compartments are avail able in the vehicle interior gt Glove compartment on the front passenger side refer to page 134 gt Between the front seats refer to page 134 gt Rear seat refer to page 135 134 Glove compartment Front passenger side Note Close the glove compartment again im mediately Close the glove compartment immediately af ter use while driving otherwise injury may oc cur during accidents Opening Pull the handle Closing Fold cover closed Between the front seats Center armrest Open A storage compartment is located in the center armrest between the seats Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 960 891 II 15 Storage compartments Connection for an external audio device An external audio device e g an MP3 player can be con nected via the AUX IN port or the USB audio interface in the center armrest To open pull upward arrow Rear seat Front cup holder Rear cup holder Hints Hints Shatter proof containers and no hot Shatter proof containers and no hot drinks drinks Use light and shatter proof
59. sure that the front passenger keeps his or her feet in the footwell otherwise proper functioning of the front passenger air bag might not be assured lt Child restraint fixing system in the front passenger seat Before transporting a child on the front pas senger seat refer to the safety notes and in structions for children on the front passenger seat see Children lt Malfunction of the automatic deactivation system When transporting older children and adults the front seat passenger airbags may be deac tivated in certain sitting positions In this case the indicator lamp for the front seat passenger airbags lights up In this case change the sitting position so that the front seat passenger airbags are activated and the indicator lamp goes out If it is not possible to activate the airbags have the person sit in the rear To enable correct recognition of the occupied seat cushion 98 gt Do not attach covers cushions ball mats or other items to the front passenger seat unless they are specifically recommended by your vehicle s manufacturer gt Do not place any electronic devices on the passenger Seat if a child restraint system is to be installed on it gt Do not place objects under the seat that could press against the seat from below gt No moisture in or on the seat Indicator lamp for the front seat passenger airbags pass AIRBAG OFF Rs ANa The indicator lamp for the
60. the LED does not flash faster after at least 60 seconds change the distance be tween the interior rearview mirror and the hand held transmitter and repeat the step Several more attempts at different distan ces may be necessary Wait at least 15 seconds between attempts Canada if programming with the hand held transmitter was interrupted hold down the interior rearview mirror button and repeatedly press and release the hand held transmitter button for 2 sec onds 6 Toprogram other functions on other but tons repeat steps 3 to 5 The systems can be controlled using the inte rior rearview mirror buttons Special feature of the alternating code wireless system If you are unable to operate the system after repeated programming please check if the system to be controlled features an alternat ing code system Read the system s operating manual or press the programmed button on the interior rear view mirror longer If the LED on the interior 130 rearview mirror starts flashing rapidly and then stays lit constantly for 2 seconds the system features an alternating code system Flashing and continuous illumination of the LED will re peat for approximately 20 seconds For systems with an alternating code system the universal garage door opener and the sys tem also have to be synchronized Please read the operating manual to find out how to synchronize the system Synchronizing is easier with the aid of a s
61. the button is pressed Adjusting manually In case of electrical malfunction press edges of mirror Automatic Curb Monitor The concept If reverse gear is engaged the mirror glass on the front passenger side is tilted downward This improves your view of the curb and other low lying obstacles when parking e g Activating 1 Lal Slide the switch to the driver s side mirror position 2 Engage selector lever position R Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 960 891 II 15 Adjusting Controls Deactivating Slide the switch to the passenger side mirror position Fold in and out m Press button Possible at speeds up to approx 15 mph 20 km h E g this is advantageous gt In car washes gt Innarrow streets gt For folding mirrors back out that were folded away manually Mirrors that were folded in are folded out auto matically at a speed of approx 25 mph 40 km h Fold in the mirror in a car wash Before washing the car in an automatic car wash fold in the exterior mirrors by hand or with the button otherwise the mirrors could be damaged depending on the width of the vehicle lt Automatic heating Both exterior mirrors are automatically heated whenever drive readiness is switched on Automatic dimming feature Both exterior mirrors are automatically dim med Photocells are used to control the Interior rearview mirror refer to page 55 Interior rearview mirror manually dimma
62. the extended area only if they are moving in the direction of the central area Hints Personal responsibility The system does not serve as a substi tute for the driver s personal judgment of the traffic situation Be aware of the traffic situation and the vehi cle s surroundings at all times otherwise acci dents are still possible despite all warnings lt Adapting your speed and driving style The displays and warnings of the system do not relieve the driver of the responsibility to adapt his or her driving speed and style to the traffic conditions Be alert Due to system limitations warnings may be not issued at all or may be issued late or improperly Therefore always be alert and ready to intervene otherwise there is the risk of an accident lt 106 At a glance Button in the vehicle Intelligent Safety button Camera The camera is found near the interior rearview mirror Keep the windshield in the area behind the in terior rearview mirror clean and clear Switching on off Switching on automatically The system is automatically active after every driving off Switching on off manually Press button briefly gt The menu for the intelligent safety system is displayed The systems are individually switched off ac cording to their respective set tings Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 960 891 II 15 Safety Controls gt LED lights up orange or goes out respec
63. the service center lt Use the charging cable only for charging the vehicle and do not extend it Use the charging cable only for charging the vehicle and do not extend it with cables or adapters Otherwise it may not be possible to complete the charging process or property damage might occur e g due to a cable fire Do not use any damaged charging cables Do not use any damaged charging ca bles Otherwise there is a risk of injury from high voltage 151 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 960 891 II 15 Mobility Charging vehicle Level 1 charging cable With the Level 1 charging cable it is permissi ble to perform charging from grounded house hold sockets At the power connection of a household socket charging is done with alter nating current When a Level 1 charging cable is used this may produce efficiency values other than indi cated on the energy label Level 2 charging cable The Level 2 charging cable makes it possible to recharge at sockets of designated Level 2 charging stations using a special plug Charging is performed with alternating current at designated Level 2 charging stations The charging process can be completed faster than at household sockets If necessary the charging cable is attached to the charging station Storage The Level 1 charging cable is located in the trunk The Level 2 charging cable can be stored in the same place If required store the charging cable
64. tire pressure telltale Your vehicle has also been equipped with a TPMS malfunction indi cator to indicate when the system is not oper ating properly The TPMS malfunction indica tor is combined with the low tire pressure telltale When the system detects a malfunc tion the telltale will flash for approximately one minute and then remain continuously illumi nated This sequence will continue upon sub sequent vehicle start ups as long as the mal function exists When the malfunction indicator is illuminated the system may not be able to detect or signal low tire pressure as intended TPMS malfunctions may occur for a variety of reasons including the installation of replace ment or alternate tires or wheels on the vehicle 101 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 960 891 II 15 Controls Safety that prevent the TPMS from functioning prop erly Always check the TPMS malfunction tell tale after replacing one or more tires or wheels on your vehicle to ensure that the replacement or alternate tires and wheels allow the TPMS to continue to function properly Intelligent Safety The concept Intelligent Safety enables central operation of the driver assistance system The intelligent safety systems can hel prevent an imminent collision gt Front end collision warning with City Brak ing function refer to page 103 gt Pedestrian warning with City Braking func tion refer to page 105 Hints Personal respons
65. tires with better cold weather performance than summer tires Tire tread Summer tires Do not drive with a tire tread depth of less than 0 12 in 3 mm There is an increased danger of hydroplaning if the tire tread depth is less than 0 12 in 3 mm Winter tires Do not drive with a tire tread depth of less than 0 16 in 4 mm Below a tread depth of 0 16 in 4 mm tires are less suitable for winter operation 166 Minimum tread depth Wear indicators are distributed around the tire s circumference and have the legally re quired minimum height of 0 063 in 1 6 mm They are marked on the side of the tire with TWI Tread Wear Indicator Tire damage General information Inspect your tires often for damage foreign objects lodged in the tread and tread wear Hints Driving over rough or damaged road surfaces as well as debris curbs and other obstacles can cause serious damage to wheels tires and suspension parts This is more likely to occur with low profile tires which provide less cush ioning between the wheel and the road Be careful to avoid road hazards and reduce your speed especially if your vehicle is equipped with low profile tires Indications of tire damage or other vehicle de fects gt Unusual vibrations while driving gt Unusual handling such as a strong ten dency to pull to the left or right Damage can e g be caused by driving over curbs road damage or similar things Onli
66. to Recir culated air mode 125 Air dehumidifying refer to Cooling function 125 Air distribution manual 126 Air flow automatic climate control 126 Air pressure tires 163 Air vents refer to Ventila tion 127 Alarm system 47 Alarm unintentional 48 198 All around the center con sole 16 All around the roofliner 17 All around the steering wheel 14 All season tires refer to Win ter tires 168 Alternating code hand held transmitter 130 Alternative oil types 176 Ambient light 95 Antifreeze washer fluid 70 Antilock Brake System ABS 109 Anti slip control refer to DSC 109 Approved axle load 195 Approved engine oils see Suitable engine oil types 175 Arrival time 88 Artificial engine noise 65 Assistance for the combus tion engine 65 Assistance when driving off 112 ASSIST Hybrid system 65 Assist system refer to Intelli gent Safety 102 AUTO intensity 126 Automatic car wash 187 Automatic climate con trol 124 Automatic Curb Monitor 54 Automatic deactivation front seat passenger airbags 98 Automatic deactivation of the high voltage system 34 Automatic headlight con trol 93 Automatic locking 47 Automatic recirculated air control 125 Automatic transmission see Steptronic Sport transmis sion 70 AUTO program automatic cli mate control 126 AUTO program intensity 126 Average fuel consumption 87 Average speed 88 Axle loads weights 195 Backup charging 156 Band aid
67. to have the remote con trol with you such as in your pants pocket The vehicle automatically detects the remote control when it is in close proximity or in the car s interior Comfort Access supports the following func tions gt Unlocking locking of the vehicle gt Convenient closing gt Establish drive readiness Functional requirements gt There are no external sources of interfer ence nearby gt To lock the vehicle the remote control must be located outside of the vehicle gt The next unlocking and locking cycle is not possible until after approx 2 seconds gt Drive readiness can only be established if the remote control is in the vehicle Unlocking T d Before pressing the door opener button draw your hand across the sensor surface arrow This corresponds with pressing the button on the remote control gf 45 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 960 891 II 15 Locking _ From above touch the surface on the side wall with your finger for approx 1 second arrow This corresponds with pressing the button on the remote control To save battery power ensure that all power consumers are turned off before locking the vehicle Convenient closing Monitor closing Monitor closing to ensure that no one becomes trapped lt From above touch the surface on the sidewall with your finger and hold it there arrow This
68. up twice or press once beyond the resistance point Wipers change to normal speed when ve hicle comes to standstill Switch off and brief wipe Push wiper lever down The lever automatically returns to its initial po sition when released gt Single wipe press down once gt To switch off normal wipe press down once Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 960 891 II 15 Driving gt To switch off fast wipe press down twice Setting the frequency or sensitivity of the rain sensor Interval mode or rain sensor The concept The rain sensor automatically controls the time between wipes depending on the intensity of the rainfall The sensor is located on the wind shield directly behind the interior rearview mir ror Activating deactivating Turn the thumbwheel Clean the windshield Press button on the wiper lever Wiping is started If the vehicle is equipped with a rain sensor LED in wiper lever lights up Pull the wiper lever towards you When wipers are frozen to windshield wiper operation is deactivated The system sprays washer fluid on the wind shield and activates the wipers briefly Deactivate the rain sensor in car washes Do not use the washer system at freezing Deactivate the rain sensor when passing temperatures through an automatic car wash otherwise un eee intentional wiping can cause damages Do not use the washers if fluid could freeze onto the windshield
69. versions This also applies to safety related functions and systems The respectively applicable country provisions must be observed when using the respective features and systems Tire inflation pressure Safety information The tire characteristics and tire inflation pres sure influence the following gt The service life of the tires gt Road safety gt Driving comfort Checking the tire inflation pressure Check the tire inflation pressure regularly Regularly check the tire inflation pres sure and correct it as needed at least twice a month and before a long trip If you fail to ob serve this precaution you may be driving on tires with incorrect tire pressures a condition that may not only compromise your vehicle s driving stability but also lead to tire damage and the risk of an accident Tires have a natural consistent loss of tire in flation pressure Tires heat up while driving and the tire infla tion pressure increases along with the tire s temperature The tire inflation pressure speci fications relate to cold tires or tires with the ambient temperature Wheels and tires Hl tiay Only check the tire inflation pressure when the tires are cold This means after driving no more than 1 25 miles 2 km or when the vehicle has been parked for at least 2 hours The displays of inflation devices may under read by up to 1 45 psi O 1 bar For Flat Tire Monitor after correcting the tir
70. wheels and tires You should only use wheels and tires that have been approved by the vehicle manu facturer for your vehicle type otherwise e g despite having the same official size ratings variations can lead to chassis contact and with it the risk of severe accidents The manufacturer of your vehicle cannot eval uate non approved wheels and tires to deter mine if they are suited for use and therefore cannot guarantee the operating safety of the vehicle lt Recommended tire brands For each tire size the manufacturer of your ve hicle recommends certain tire brands These can be identified by a star on the tire sidewall With proper use these tires meet the highest standards for safety and handling New tires Tire traction is not optimal due to manufactur ing circumstances when tires are brand new they achieve their full traction potential after a break in time Drive conservatively for the first 200 miles 300 km Retreaded tires The manufacturer of your vehicle does not rec ommend the use of retreaded tires 167 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 960 891 II 15 Witeleiiiavwm Wheels and tires Retreaded tires Possibly substantial variations in the de sign and age of the tire casing structures can limit service life and have a negative impact on road safety lt Winter tires Winter tires are recommended for operating on winter roads Although so called all season M
71. with the installed plug cover to prevent moisture in the charging cable plug 152 Connection To connect engage selector lever in position P and unlock the vehicle Set the parking brake if needed 1 Tap on the charging port flap arrow AN 2 Connect either a Level 1 or Level 2 charg ing cable to the household socket or the port on the charging station 3 Remove cover of the charging cable plug if needed 4 Insert the charging cable plug correspond ing to the charging port and push it in until it latches When charging at a charging station follow the instructions at the charging station Remove When the vehicle is locked the charging cable is locked Unlock the vehicle before removing the cable 1 Unlock the vehicle by remote control if it is locked Charging cable is unlocked 2 Press the release button on the handle ar row 1 and grasp the charging cable at the gripping areas Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 960 891 II 15 Charging vehicle Mobility e Pull the blue knob Arrow 2 Charging cable is manually unlocked Charging process is interrupted ee Pas 3 Remove the charging cable from the charging port arrow 2 4 Close the charging port flap 5 Attach cover of the charging cable plug if needed 6 Disconnect either the Level 1 or Level 2 charging cable from the household socket or the port on the charging station as needed 7 Stow
72. 4 Display 13 Defrosts windows and removes condensa 5 Maximum cooling tion 6 Temperature right 14 Interior temperature sensor always keep 7 Seat heating right 52 ai l 15 Rear window defroster 8 Cooling function 9 Automatic recirculated air control recircu lated air mode 124 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 960 891 II 15 Hints Sufficient ventilation When remaining in the vehicle for an ex tended period of time ensure sufficient exter nal ventilation Do not continuously use recir culated air mode otherwise the air quality in the interior continuously deteriorates and win dow condensation increases lt Climate control functions in detail Temperature Turn the ring to set the desired temperature The selected temperature is shown on the dis play of the automatic climate control The automatic climate control reaches this temperature as quickly as possible if needed by increasing the cooling or heating output and then keeps it constant Do not rapidly switch between different tem perature settings Otherwise the automatic cli mate control will not have sufficient time to ad just the set temperature To reduce the energy consumption the cool ing or heating output is reduced in ECO PRO mode refer to page 145 ECO PRO is shown on the display of the automatic climate control SYNC program SYNC C Press button The current setting of the temperature on the driver s s
73. 9 Shift paddles 73 13 Right steering column stalk 10 Steering wheel buttons left F Store speed 113 Wiper 68 oN j Rain sensor 69 aid Resume speed 114 RE N em Clean the windshields and head Cruise control on off interrupt WW lights 69 ing 113 a 14 Horn total area Cruise control rocker switch 114 15 Adjust steering wheel 56 11 Instrument cluster 75 15 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 960 891 II 15 Ataglance GEIE Cockpit All around the center console r 25 OOAN OO fF 10 Control Display 18 11 DSC Dynamic Stability Control 109 Ventilation 127 12 Start Stop button 61 Radio Multimedia refer to Integrated Own Climate control 124 Steptronic Sport transmission 70 13 Intelligent Safety 102 Parking brake 66 er s Handbook ORNE A Glove compartment 134 eDRIVE gt Rearview camera 117 Surround View 117 Driving Dynamics Control 111 Controller with buttons 18 14 Hazard warning system 183 PDC Park Distance Control 115 PY COMFORT A 7 ECO PRO 16 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 960 891 II 15 PASS AIR BAG OFF Intelligent Emergency Re 3 Reading lights 95 quest Indicator lamp front seat pas 4 Interior lights 9 senger airbag 98 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 960 891 II 15 17 Ataglance GEIG iDrive iDrive Vehicle features and options This chapter describes all standard country specific and optional features off
74. Contents A Z THE BMW 18 OWNER S MANUAL M z BMW i W Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 960 891 II 15 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 960 891 II 15 BMW i SUSTAINABILITY THE SPORTS CAR REINVENTED Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 960 891 II 15 THE SUSTAINABLE LIFE CYCLE OF BMW i 01 DEVELOPMENT e Lightweight carbon fiber construction to minimize weight e Efficient drive technology and perfect aerodynamics resulting in less wind resistance 04 RECYCLING e Re use of battery modules for example as temporary storage units for solar energy e Recycling carbon fibers by returning them to the production process Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 960 891 II 15 03 UTILIZATION e Optimal efficiency thanks to the innovative BMW eDrive technology e A combination of an electric drive system for emission free driving and a BMW TwinPower Turbo engine for maximum performance 02 PRODUCTION e Use of renewable electricity for the production of BMW i vehicles e Reduction of energy and water consumption in production Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 960 891 11 15 01 DEVELOPMENT FOR OVER THREE QUARTERS OF A CENTURY THE BASIC IDEA BEHIND THE CAR WAS LEFT UNTOUCHED Until now BMW has launched a groundbreaking sports car with a wide range of technological innovations the BMW i8 The innovative BMW eDrive technology effectively combines an e
75. Edition for Part no 01 40 2 960 891 II 15 Mobility Charging vehicle 4 Connect either a Level 1 or Level 2 charg ing cable to the household socket or the port on the charging station 5 Open charging port flap 6 Connect charging cable to the vehicle re fer to page 152 At high temperatures initially the high voltage battery is cooled The charging process can be started with a delay Display of the charging status The charging status is indicated by the indica tor light at the charging port j N TY N gt Lamp white charging cable can be con nected or removed gt Lamp flashes yellow charging process is being initialized gt Lamp blue charging process is started at a set time gt Lamp flashes blue charging process ac tive gt Lamp flashes red fault in the charging process gt Lamp green charging process completed When the vehicle is locked the indicator lamp goes out after some time When the vehicle is unlocked the blue indica tor lamp flashes continuously The other indi cator lights go out after some time To check the charging process press the key on the remote control The charging status is indicated on the indicator lamp In some cases the vehicle is locked 154 Additional messages regarding the charging status e g probable end of charging or the planned departure time can be displayed in the instrument cluster on the Control Display
76. Emergency Re tne TOldIng cover on tne Iert SIde quest is automatically initiated immediately af ter a severe accident Automatic Collision Noti fication is not affected by pressing the SOS Jump starting button Not jumping or directly charging the ve hicle battery Warning triangle Do not jump or directly charge the vehicle bat tery using conventional jump starting other wise because of the high voltage of the drive system there is a danger of fatal injury from electrocution If the high voltage battery and the vehicle bat tery are discharged it is not possible to oper ate the vehicle In this case do not give a jump start but instead charge the battery as usual using the charging cable refer to page 156 The warning triangle is located in the bottom of the trunk Release the Velcro fastener to remove it 184 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 960 891 II 15 Breakdown assistance Mobility Tow starting and towing In order to ensure that the vehicle can roll pro ceed as follows Transporting your vehicle 1 Switch on drive readiness refer to page 61 Note ee 2 Depress brake pedal Your vehicle is not permitted to be towed Therefore contact a service center in the 3 Engage selector lever position N event of a breakdown If there are electrical malfunctions it may hap en that you can t change the selector lever Do not have the vehicle towed ee position Have your vehicle transported
77. I 15 Driving comfort Controls Desired speed The desired speed is displayed next to A the symbol in the info display gt The indicator lights up green the system is active gt The indicator lights up orange the system has been interrupted gt No display system is switched off Brief status display I Selected desired speed If appears briefly on the display for Check Control messages it is possible that the sys tem requirements are currently not ready for operations Displays in the Head up Display Some system information can also be dis played in the Head up Display PDC Park Distance Control The concept PDC is a support when parking When you slowly approach an object in the rear or also in the front of the vehicle if the feature is availa ble then the object is reported through gt Signal tones gt Visual display General information Ultrasound sensors in the bumpers measure the distances from objects The maneuvering range depending on the ob stacle and environmental conditions is approx 6 ft 2 m An acoustic warning is first given gt By the front sensors and the two rear cor ner sensors at approx 24 in 60 cm gt By the rear middle sensors at approx 5 ft 1 50 m To ensure full functionality gt Do not cover sensors e g with stickers bicycle racks Keep the sensors clean and free of ice When using high pressure washers do not spray the
78. Neck restraints front refer to Head restraints 54 Neutral cleaner see wheel cleaner 189 New wheels and tires 167 O OBD Onboard Diagnosis 179 OBD see OBD Onboard Di agnosis 179 Obstacle marking rearview camera 119 Octane rating refer to Rec ommended fuel grade 161 Odometer 83 Office 6 Oil 173 Oil adding 175 Oil additives 175 Oil change 176 Oil change interval service requirements 84 Oil filler neck 175 Oil types alternative 176 Oil types approved 175 Old batteries disposal 182 On board computer 87 Onboard monitor refer to Control Display 18 Opening closing via door lock 43 Opening and closing 38 Opening and closing without remote control 43 Opening and closing with re mote control 41 Operating concept iDrive 18 Operating readiness 61 Operating readiness off 62 Operating readiness on 61 Optional equipment standard equipment 6 Outside air refer to Auto matic recirculated air con trol 125 Overheating of engine refer to Coolant temperature 83 P Paint vehicle 188 Park Distance Control PDC 115 Parked car ventilation refer to Stationary climate con trol 127 Parked vehicle condensa tion 141 Parking aid refer to PDC 115 Parking brake 66 Parking lights 92 Parts and accessories 7 Passenger side mirror tilting downward 54 Pathway lines rearview cam era 119 PDC Park Distance Con trol 115 Pedestrian protection 65 Pedestrian warning with city br
79. R 20 2 2132 93 W XL Std 2 22132 R 215 45 R 20 95 W XL Std F 215 45 R 20 2 2132 95 W XL Std 22132 R 245 40 R 20 99 W XL Std 164 Tire inflation pressures at max speeds above 100 mph 160 km h Speeds above 100 mph 160 km h In order to drive at maximum speeds in excess of 100 mph 160 km h please observe and if necessary adjust tire pressures for speeds exceeding 100 mph 160 km h from the relevant table on the following pages Other wise tire damage and accidents could occur lt Tire inflation pressure values over 100 mph 160 km h i8 Tire size Pressure specifications in bar PSI Specifications in bar PSI with cold R R j 0 ues C O s 4 215 45 R2095 2 3 33 2 81 41 V M S XL Std F 195 50 R 20 2 5136 93 W XL Std 30 44 R 215 45 R 20 95 W XL Std F 215 45 R 20 2 3133 95 W XL Std 28141 R 245 40 R 20 99 W XL Std Tire identification marks Tire size 245 45 R 18 96 Y 245 nominal width in mm 45 aspect ratio in R radial tire code Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 960 891 II 15 18 rim diameter in inches 96 load rating not for ZR tires Y speed rating before the R on ZR tires Speed letter Q up to 100 mph 160 km h R up to 106 mph 170 km h S up to 112 mph 180 km h T up to 118 mph 190 km h H up to 131 mph 210 km h V up to 150 mph 240 km h W up to 167 mph 270 km h Y up to 186 mph 300 km h Tire Identification Number DOT code DOT xxxx xxx 0115
80. Settings nc en After a menu item is selected e g Radio a new panel is displayed Panels can overlap Move the controller to the left Closes current display and shows previous display Reopens previous display by pressing BACK button In this case the current panel is not closed Move the controller to the right Opens new display on top of previous screen a FM Manual CARIVARI ENERGY GONG96 3 KLASSIK 100 0 MHz 101 3 MHz White marks to the left or right indicate that additional panels can be opened When selecting a menu it generally opens with the panel that was last selected in that menu To display the first panel of a menu Move the controller to the left repeatedly until the first panel is displayed Press the menu button on the controller twice Press button The Options menu is displayed 20 t Options Switch off control display 87 5 MHZ Store station Station info FNI Display Owner s Manual WY HD Radio reception Additional options move the controller to the right repeatedly until the Options menu is displayed The Options menu consists of various areas Screen settings e g Split screen This area remains unchanged Control options for the selected main menu e g for Radio If applicable further operating options for the selected menu e g Store station Select a field Turn the controller until the desired setting is displayed gt
81. T ECO PRO Operating the programs Driving Dynamics Control COMFORT For balanced tuning With each starting operation COMFORT is ac tivated using the Start Stop button Activating COMFORT i Press button repeatedly until COM FORT is displayed in the instrument cluster ECO PRO ECO PRO refer to page 145 provides consis tent tuning to maximize range Comfort functions and the engine controller are adjusted The program can be configured to individual specifications Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 960 891 II 15 Controls Driving stability control systems Activating ECO PRO Driving off without delay Press button repeatedly until ECO After releasing the foot brake start driv aL PRO is displayed in the instrument ing without delay since the drive off assistant cluster will not hold the vehicle in place for more than approx 2 seconds and the vehicle will begin to Il back Configuring ECO PRO cecil 1 Activate ECO PRO 2 Configure ECO PRO Make the desired settings Displays Selected program The instrument cluster displays the selected program Display on the Control Display Program changes can be displayed on the Control Display 1 Settings 2 Control display 3 Driving mode info Drive off assistant This system supports driving off on inclines The parking brake is not required 1 Hold the vehicle in place with the foot brake 2 Release the foot brake
82. To open loosen screws arrow 1 2 Remove cover arrow 2 Information on the fuse types and locations is found on a separate sheet 3 Replace the fuse in question 4 The installation is done in reverse order from the removal 182 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 960 891 II 15 Breakdown assistance Mobility Breakdown assistance Vehicle features and options Hints This chapter describes all standard country Emergency Request not guaranteed specific and optional features offered with the For technical reasons the Emergency series It also describes features that are not Request cannot be guaranteed under unfavor necessarily available in your car e g due to able conditions lt the selected options or country versions This also applies to safety related functions and Overview systems The respectively applicable country provisions must be observed when using the respective features and systems Hazard warning flashers SOS button in the roofliner Requirements gt The SIM card integrated in the vehicle has a a been activated The button is located in the center console gt The radio ready state is switched on The Assist system is functional Intelligent Emergency Initiating an Emergency Request Request 1 Press the cover briefly to open it 2 Press the SOS button until the LED at the The concept button lights up green In case of an emergency an Emergency Re gt The LED
83. United States The washer fluid mixture ratio is regulated by the U S EPA and many individual states do not exceed the allowable washer fluid dilution ratios limits that apply Follow the usage instructions on the washer fluid con 70 tainer Use BMW s Windshield Washer Con centrate or the equivalent Washer fluid reservoir Open the cover All washer nozzles are supplied from one res ervoir Fill with a mixture of windshield washer con centrate and tap water and if required with a washer antifreeze according to the manufac turer s recommendations Mix the washer fluid before adding to find the right mixture Do not add windshield washer concentrate and antifreeze undiluted and do not fill with pure water this could damage the wiper system Do not mix window washer concentrates of dif ferent manufacturers because they can clog the windshield washer nozzles Recommended minimum fill quantity 0 2 US gal 1 liter Steptronic Sport transmission Selector lever positions D Drive Position for normal vehicle operation All gears for forward travel are activated automatically Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 960 891 II 15 Driving Controls R is Reverse Select only when the vehicle is stationary N Neutral The vehicle may roll Use in automatic car washes e g When drive readiness is off selector lever po sition P is automatically engaged P Park Select only when the vehic
84. Volume settings Speed volume m Volume setting PDC Gong Telephone nn k Press the controller de ne Tu Several menu items are preceded by a check box It indicates whether the function is acti vated or deactivated Selecting the menu item activates or deactivates the function EY Function is activated Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 960 891 II 15 iDrive Ataglance a glance EJ Function is deactivated Touchpad Some iDrive functions can be operated using the touchpad on the controller Selecting functions 1 Settings 2 Touchpad 3 Select the desired function gt Speller enter letters and numbers gt Interactive map viewing the interac tive map gt Browser enter Internet addresses Audio feedback pronounces entered letters and numbers Entering letters and numbers Entering letters requires some practice at the beginning When entering pay attention to the following gt For the input of upper lower case letters and numbers it may be necessary to reel via the controller to the corresponding In put mode refer to page 24 e g when the spelling of upper and lower case letters is identical gt Enter characters as they are displayed on the Control Display gt Always enter associated characters such as accents or periods so that the letter can be clearly recognized Possible input de pends on the set language Where neces sar
85. When opening or closing the driver door if the driver s safety belt is unbuckled and the low beams are turned off gt While the driver s safety belt is unbuckled with driver s door open and low beams off The low beams switch to parking lights after approx 15 minutes of no use Selector lever position P is automatically en gaged when operating readiness Is switched off In order for the vehicle to be able to roll e g into a car wash heed the information re garding washing in automatic car washes refer to page 187 Drive readiness When drive readiness is activated the vehicle is operational Activated drive readiness is the equivalent of a running engine in conventional vehicles Deactivated engine readiness Is equivalent to switching the ignition off Selector lever position P is automatically en gaged when drive readiness is switched off In order for the vehicle to be able to roll e g into a car wash heed the information regarding washing in automatic car washes refer to page 187 62 Drive readiness in detail The concept The following are the different drive readiness variants gt Electric drive readiness Silent Start refer to page 63 The vehicle is powered by the electric mo tor gt Starting the combustion engine refer to page 63 The vehicle is powered by the combustion engine Hints Do not leave the vehicle unattended Do not leave the vehicle unattended with drive readines
86. accomplish a long vehicle life and good efficiency During break in do not use the Launch Con trol refer to page 73 Engine transmission and axle drive Up to 1 200 miles 2 000 km Do not exceed the maximum engine and road speed gt For gasoline engine 4 500 rpm and 100 mph 160 km h Avoid full load or kickdown under all circum stances From 1 200 miles 2 000 km The engine and vehicle speed can gradually be increased Tires Tire traction is not optimal due to manufactur ing circumstances when tires are brand new 138 they achieve their full traction potential after a break in time Drive conservatively for the first 200 miles 300 km Brake system Brakes require an initial break in period of ap prox 300 miles 500 km to achieve optimal per formance between brake discs and brake pads Drive moderately during this break in pe riod Following part replacement The same break in procedures should be ob served if any of the components above men tioned have to be renewed in the course of the vehicle s operating life Using eDRIVE efficiently The concept eDRIVE operates automatically Proactive driv ing utilizes energy consumption and energy re covery optimally Energy recovery is used to charge the high voltage battery It is important for the supply of electrical components and thus a prerequisite for an extensive range En ergy consumption and recovery depend very much among other thi
87. again as temporary storage units in solar power plants and wind farms for example Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 960 891 II 15 For more information about BMW and its sustainability philosophy visit www bmw i com sustainability Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 960 891 II 15 18 Owner s Manual for Vehicle Thank you for choosing a BMW i The more familiar you are with your vehicle the better control you will have on the road We therefore strongly suggest Read this Owner s Handbook before starting off in your new BMW i Also use the Integrated Owner s Manual in your vehicle It contains important information on vehicle operation that will help you make full use of the technical features available in your BMW i The manual also contains information designed to en hance operating reliability and road safety and to contribute to maintaining the value of your BMW i Any updates made after the editorial deadline can be found in the appendix of the Owner s Handbook for Vehicle We wish you a safe and enjoyable ride BMW AG The Owner s Manual is available in many countries as an app Additional information on the Internet www omw com bmw_i_drivers_guide Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 960 891 II 15 2015 Bayerische Motoren Werke Aktiengesellschaft Munich Germany Reprinting including excerpts only with the written consent of BMW AG Munich US English II 15 03 15 490 Printed on environmental
88. ain as soon as it closes Do not place the remote control in the cargo area Take the remote control with you and do not leave it in the cargo area otherwise the re mote control is locked inside the vehicle when the tailgate is closed lt Provide edge protection Sharp objects or those with edges can hit the rear window while driving and damage the heat conductors of the rear window Pro vide edge protection lt Without alarm system switching the headlamp courtesy delay feature on The headlight courtesy delay feature function must be set for the remote control button For Settings refer to page 46 an Briefly press the button on the remote control The duration can be set in the Control Display With alarm system panic mode You can trigger the alarm system if you find yourself in a dangerous situation Press button on the remote control for at least 3 seconds To reel off the alarm press any button Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 960 891 II 15 Opening and closing Controls Malfunction Remote control detection by the vehicle can among others be malfunctioning under the fol lowing circumstances gt The battery of the remote control is dis charged Replace the battery refer to page 39 gt Interference of the radio connection from transmission towers or other equipment with high transmit power gt Shielding of the remote control due to metal objects gt Interference of the
89. aking function 105 Performance Control 111 Personal Profile 39 Personal Profile exporting profiles 40 Pinch protection system win dows 49 Plastic care 189 POWER driving with com bustion engine 65 Power failure 181 Power windows 49 Pressure tire air pres sure 163 Profile refer to Personal Pro file 39 Programmable memory but tons iDrive 23 Protective function win dows 49 Push and turn switch refer to Controller 18 203 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 960 891 II 15 RGGI Everything from A to Z Q Quick charging cable see Level 2 charging cable 152 R Radiator fluid 177 Radio 6 Radio operated key refer to Remote control 38 Radio ready state 61 Rain sensor 69 Rear beverage holder rear cup holder 135 Rear bottle holder refer to Rear cup holder 135 Rear can holder refer to Rear Cup holder 135 Rear cup holder 135 Rear holder for bever ages 135 Rearview camera 117 Rearview mirror 54 Rear window defroster 127 Recirculated air filter 127 Recirculated air mode 125 Recommended fuel grade 161 Recommended tire brands 167 Refueling 158 Remaining range 83 Remote control key 38 Remote control malfunc tion 43 Remote control univer sal 129 Replacement fuse 182 Replacing wheels tires 167 Reporting safety defects 10 RES button see Cruise con trol 113 Reserve warning refer to Range 83 204 Reset Tire Pressure Monitor TPM 100 Retread
90. al information The interior lights footwell lights access lights and courtesy lights are controlled automati cally Thumb wheel for the instrument lighting con trols brightness of some of these features Overview 1 Interior lights 2 Reading lamp Switching the interior lights on and off Press button I To reel off permanently press the button for approx 3 seconds Switch back on press button Reading lights Press button Reading lights are located in the front next to the interior light Ambient light Depending on your optional features lighting can be adjusted for some lights in the interior Selecting color scheme On the Control Display Settings Lighting Lighting design moemp m Select desired setting To deactivate the ambient light Off Setting the brightness On the Control Display Settings Lighting Brightness Adjust the brightness YS 95 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 960 891 II 15 Controls Safety Safety Vehicle features and options This chapter describes all standard country specific and optional features offered with the series It also describes features that are not necessarily available in your car e g due to Airbags On fd 1 Front airbag driver 2 Front airbag front passenger 3 Head airbag Front airbags Front airbags help protect the driver and front passenger by responding to frontal impacts in
91. and drive off with out delay After the foot brake is released the vehicle is held in place for approx 2 seconds Depending on the vehicle load the vehicle may roll back slightly 112 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 960 891 II 15 Driving comfort Controls Driving comfort Vehicle features and options This chapter describes all standard country specific and optional features offered with the series It also describes features that are not necessarily available in your car e g due to the selected options or country versions This also applies to safety related functions and systems The respectively applicable country provisions must be observed when using the respective features and systems Cruise control The concept The system maintains a preset speed via the buttons on the steering wheel The system brakes on downhill gradients if engine braking is insufficient General information Depending on the driving settings the features of the cruise control can change in certain areas Hints Unfavorable conditions Do not use the system if unfavorable conditions make it impossible to drive at a con stant speed e g gt On winding roads gt In heavy traffic gt On slippery roads in fog snow or rain or on a loose road surface Otherwise you could lose control of the vehi cle and cause an accident lt Overview Buttons on the steering wheel Press button Function System o
92. and or drive readiness deactivated gt The vents are open to allow air to flow out Switching on off directly On the Control Display 1 Settings 2 Climate 3 Activate comfort climate control amp The symbol on the automatic climate con trol flashes if the stationary climate control is switched on Activate climate control at departure time The reel on time is automatically determined based on the temperature The system promptly switches on before the selected de parture time On the Control Display Settings 2 Departure time 3 Departure 1 128 4 Precondition for departure time 5 Set and activate Desired departure time refer to page 156 amp The symbol on the automatic climate con trol lights up when the departure time is acti vated amp The symbol on the automatic climate con trol flashes when the stationary climate control has been switched on If drive readiness is switched off changes can be made on the Control Display Departure time can only be changed once Scheduled de parture times are not adjusted Settings for cli mate control and charging operation are also applied for scheduled departure times Activating with BMW i Remote App Using the BMW i Remote App the system can be directly switched on or via a preset depar ture time Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 960 891 II 15 Interior equipment Controls Interior equipment Vehicle features and
93. and via the BMW i Remote App on the smart phone Planning charging process The charging process can be adapted to con straints e g the cost of electricity The vehicle can control the charging process in such a way that the charging process is completed at the departure time A departure time must be set for this purpose refer to page 156 The following settings are available gt Immediate charging gt Set time window for favorable charging gt Set charging via a Level 1 charging cable If drive readiness is switched off changes can be made on the Control Display Departure time can only be changed once Scheduled de parture times are not adjusted Settings for standing air conditioning and loading process are accepted for planned departure times too Immediate charging The charging process starts as soon as the charging cable is connected 1 Settings 2 Charging 3 Charge immediately Setting time window for favorable charging When departure time is set a time window for charging with a favorable electricity rate can be set 1 Settings 2 Charging 3 Low cost charging Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 960 891 II 15 Charging vehicle Mobility 4 Setrate begin Turn the controller until the desired time is set and press the controller 5 Set rate end Turn the controller until the desired time is set and press the controller Setting charging viaa Level 1 charging cabl
94. arning might not be issued or be is sued late E g the following situations may not be de tected gt Partially covered pedestrians gt Pedestrians that are not detected as such because of the viewing angle or contour gt Pedestrians outside of the detection range Pedestrians having a body size less than 32 in 80 cm Functional limitations The system may not be fully functional or may not be available in the following situations gt In heavy fog rain sprayed water or snow fall In tight curves If the driving stability control systems are deactivated e g DSC OFF gt Ifthe camera viewing field or the front windshield are dirty or covered gt Upto 10 seconds after drive readiness is established gt During calibration of the camera immedi ately after vehicle shipment gt If there is constant blinding effects be cause of oncoming light e g from the sun low in the sky gt When it is dark outside 107 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 960 891 II 15 Safety Brake force display The concept gt During normal brake application the top brake lights light up gt During heavy brake application the lower brake lights light up in addition 108 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 960 891 II 15 Driving stability control systems Controls Driving stability control systems Vehicle features and options This chapter describes all standard country spe
95. arrow 1 then push the lever forwards arrow 2 Hood The hood should only be opened by the serv ice center Tailgate Opening The tailgate swings back and up when it opens Ensure that adequate clearance is available before opening Opening from the outside gt Press button on the remote con trol for approx 1 second Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 960 891 II 15 Opening and closing Controls As the case may be the doors are also un locked Unlocking with the remote control refer to page 42 The tailgate is unlocked and can be swung up ward Opening from the inside Ea With the vehicle is stationary press the button in the door armrest Closing Hints Keep the closing path clear Make sure that the closing path of the tailgate is clear otherwise injuries may re sult Do not place the remote control in the cargo area Take the remote control with you and do not leave it in the cargo area otherwise the re mote control is locked inside the vehicle when the tailgate is closed lt Provide edge protection Sharp objects or those with edges can hit the rear window while driving and damage the heat conductors of the rear window Pro vide edge protection lt Emergency unlocking Pull the handle inside the trunk The tailgate is unlocked Comfort Access The concept The vehicle can be accessed without activat ing the remote control All you need to do is
96. at speeds above 110 km h after approx 30 seconds or at a speed of 140 km h Activating Position of switch 4 with the ignition switched on 93 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 960 891 II 15 Controls Lights Malfunction A Check Control message is displayed Variable light distribution is disrupted or failed Have the system checked as soon as possible High beam Assistant The concept When the low beams are activated this system automatically switches the high beams on and off The procedure is controlled by a camera on the front of the interior rearview mirror The assistant ensures that the high beams are acti vated whenever the traffic situation allows The driver can intervene at any time and switch the high beams non and off as usual Note Personal responsibility The High beam Assistant cannot serve as a Substitute for the driver s personal judg ment of when to use the high beams There fore manually reel off the high beams in situa tions where required to avoid a safety risk lt Activating WU 1 Depending on the equipment turn the light switch into position 2 or ZD 2 Press button on the turn signal lever ar row me The indicator lamp in the instrument 4 cluster lights up 94 y When the low beams are on the lights are au tomatically brightened or dimmed The system responds to light from oncoming traffic and traffic driving ahead of you and to adequate
97. ay and on the vehicle Vehicle info Vehicle status 1 Perform reset SS SS Switch on drive readiness do not drive off 100 5 Reset tire inflation pressure Perform reset 6 Drive away The tires are shown in gray and the status is displayed After driving faster than 19 mph 30 km h for a short period the set tire inflation pressures are accepted as reference values The reset is completed automatically while driving The progress of the reset is displayed After a successfully completed Reset the wheels on the Control Display are shown in green and Tire Pressure Monitor TPM active is displayed You may interrupt this trip at any time When you continue the reset resumes automatically Low tire pressure message The yellow warning lamp lights up A Check Control message is displayed gt There is aflat tire or a major loss in tire inflation pressure gt No reset was performed for the system The system therefore issues a warning based on the tire inflation pressures before the last reset Reduce your speed and stop cautiously Avoid sudden braking and steering maneuvers Do not continue driving and contact the service center If a Mobility System is not available contact the service center A low tire inflation pressure might turn on DSC Dynamic Stability Control Required tire inflation pressure check message A Check Control message is displayed in the following sit
98. ays and warnings of the system do not relieve the driver of the responsibility to adapt his or her driving speed and style to the traffic conditions Be alert Due to system limitations warnings may be not issued at all or may be issued late or improperly Therefore always be alert and ready to intervene otherwise there is the risk of an accident lt Ata glance Button in the vehicle i zi rOn Intelligent Safety button 103 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 960 891 II 15 Controls Safety Camera ar AW E j i E The camera is found near the interior rearview mirror Keep the windshield in the area behind the in terior rearview mirror clean and clear Switching on off Switching on automatically The system is automatically active after every driving off Switching on off manually Waw Press button briefly gt The menu for the intelligent safety system is displayed The systems are individually switched off ac cording to their respective set tings gt LED lights up orange or goes out respec tive to their individual settings Adjust as needed Individual settings are stored for the profile currently in use P G sual Press button again gt All Intelligent Safety systems are activated gt The LED lights up green Wwe Hold down button gt All Intelligent Safety systems are turned off gt The LED goes out 104 Setting the warn
99. ble Flip lever To reduce the blinding effect of the interior rear view mirror flip the lever forward Interior rearview mirror automatic dimming feature The concept Photocells are used for control gt Inthe mirror glass gt On the back of the mirror Functional requirement For proper operation gt Keep the photocells clean gt Do not cover the area between the inside rearview mirror and the windshield 55 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 960 891 II 15 Controls Adjusting Steering wheel Note Do not adjust while driving Do not adjust the steering wheel while driving otherwise an unexpected movement could result in an accident Adjusting 1 Fold the lever down 2 Move the steering wheel to the preferred height and angle to suit your seating posi tion 3 Fold the lever back 56 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 960 891 II 15 Transporting children safely Transporting children safely Vehicle features and options This chapter describes all standard country specific and optional features offered with the series It also describes features that are not necessarily available in your car e g due to The right place for children Note Children in the vehicle Do not leave children unattended in the vehicle otherwise they could endanger them selves and other persons e g by opening the doors lt Children shoul
100. cific and optional features offered with the series It also describes features that are not necessarily available in your car e g due to the selected options or country versions This also applies to safety related functions and systems The respectively applicable country provisions must be observed when using the respective features and systems Antilock Brake System ABS ABS prevents locking of the wheels during braking The vehicle contains its steering power even during full brake applications thus increasing active safety ABS is ready when car is ready to drive Brake assistant When you apply the brakes rapidly this system automatically produces the greatest possible braking force boost It reduces the braking dis tance to a minimum during emergency stop This system utilizes all of the benefits provided by ABS Do not reduce the pressure on the brake pedal for the duration of the emergency stop DSC Dynamic Stability Control The concept DSC prevents traction loss in the power wheels when driving off and accelerating DSC also recognizes unstable vehicle condi tions such as fishtailing or nose diving Within the physical limits DSC helps to keep the vehi cle on a steady course by reducing engine speed and by applying brakes to the individual wheels A change in the drive type refer to page 32 can be made to improve traction Note Adjust your driving style to the situation An appropriate driv
101. containers and do not transport hot drinks Otherwise there is the increased danger of injury in an accident Use light and shatter proof containers and do not transport hot drinks Otherwise there is the increased danger of injury in an accident lt Unsuitable containers Unsuitable containers Do not forcefully push unsuitable con tainers into the cupholders This may result in damage lt Do not forcefully push unsuitable con tainers into the cupholders This may result in damage lt Overview Overview In the rear of the center console Between the seats 139 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 960 891 II 15 Driving tips This chapter provides you with information useful in dealing with specific driving and operating modes Driving tips Things to remember when driving Things to remember when driving Vehicle features and options This chapter describes all standard country specific and optional features offered with the series It also describes features that are not necessarily available in your car e g due to the selected options or country versions This also applies to safety related functions and systems The respectively applicable country provisions must be observed when using the respective features and systems Breaking in period General information Moving parts need time to adjust to one an other break in time The following instructions will help
102. d and then press the controller 5 Turn the controller until Time is high f Settings J Time Date Language Units Touchpad Connections Tone Speed Climate lighted and then press the controller CF Time Date Time zone UTC 01 00 Time 09 30 Format 24h _ Date 01 09 2013 Format tt mm jjjj Turn the controller to set the hours and press the controller Turn the controller to set the minutes and press the controller Status information Status field The following information is displayed in the status field at the top right VV Vv VV VV Time Current entertainment source Sound output on off Locating the vehicle Wireless network reception strength Phone status Traffic bulletin reception 22 Radio symbols Symbol HJ Meaning HD Radio station is being received Telephone symbols Symbol Meaning Incoming or outgoing call Missed call Wireless network reception strength Symbol flashes network search Wireless network is not available Bluetooth is switched on Roaming is active Text message was received Check the SIM card SIM card is blocked SIM card is missing Enter PIN Entertainment symbols Symbol g acenote 9 y Meaning Music collection Gracenote database AUX IN port USB audio interface Mobile phone audio interface Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 960 891 II 15 iDrive Ataglance a glance Addi
103. d the system is gener ally compatible with the universal garage door opener If you have any questions please contact gt Your service center gt www homelink com on the Internet HomeLink is a registered trademark of Gentex Corporation Control elements on the interior rearview mirror gt LED arrow 1 Buttons arrow 2 The hand held transmitter arrow 3 is re quired for programming Programming General information 1 Switch on the ignition 2 Initial setup Press and hold the left and right button on the interior rearview mirror simultaneously for approximately 20 seconds until the LED on the interior rearview mirror flashes This 129 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 960 891 II 15 erases all programming of the buttons on the interior rearview mirror 3 Hold the hand held transmitter for the sys tem to be controlled approx 1 to 3 in 2 5 to 8 cm away from the buttons of the interior rearview mirror The required distance de pends on the manual transmitter 4 Simultaneously press and hold the button of the desired function on the hand held transmitter and the button to be program med on the interior rearview mirror The LED on the interior rearview mirror will be gin flashing slowly 5 Release both buttons as soon as the LED flashes more rapidly The LED flashing faster indicates that the button on the inte rior rearview mirror has been programmed If
104. d via a scale Time approx 1 minute Engine compartment access The engine compartment is located under the tailgate Working in the engine compartment Never attempt to perform any service or repair operations on your vehicle without the necessary professional technical training If you are unfamiliar with the statutory guide lines have any work on the vehicle performed only by a service center If work is not carried out properly there is a danger of subsequent damage and related safety hazards lt 174 Never reach into the engine compart ment Never reach into spaces or gaps in the engine compartment otherwise there is a risk of in jury e g from rotating or hot parts Removing covers 1 Turn screws counterclockwise to undo them arrows 1 and remove cargo cover arrow 2 w Turn screws counterclockwise to undo them and remove engine compartment cover arrow Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 960 891 II 15 Engine oil Mobility Attaching the covers 1 Insert arrows 1 press down arrows 2 and push in arrow 3 engine compartment cover Turn screws clockwise to tighten 2 Insert insulation 3 Insert cargo cover and turn screws clock wise to tighten Adding engine oil General information Switch off operating readiness and safely park the vehicle before engine oil is added Hints Adding engine oil Add oil within the next 125 miles 200 km otherwise this
105. d always be in the rear Accident research shows that the safest place for children is in the back seat Transporting children in the rear Only transport children younger than 13 years of age or shorter than 5 ft 150 cm in the rear in child restraint systems provided in accordance with the age weight and size of the child otherwise there is an increased risk of injury in an accident Children 13 years of age or older must wear a safety belt as soon as a suitable child restraint system can no longer be used due to their age weight and size Children on the front passenger seat Should it ever be necessary to use a child re straint system in the front passenger seat make sure that the front knee and side airbags on the front passenger side are deactivated Automatic deactivation of front seat passen ger airbags refer to page 98 the selected options or country versions This also applies to safety related functions and systems The respectively applicable country provisions must be observed when using the respective features and systems Note Deactivating the front seat passenger airbags If a child restraint system is used in the front passenger seat deactivate the front seat pas senger airbags otherwise there is an in creased risk of injury to the child when the air bags are activated even with a child restraint system lt Installing child restraint systems Hints Manufacturer s information for child
106. d fuel grade BMW recommends AKI 93 Minimum fuel grade BMW recommends AKI 91 Minimum fuel grade Do not use any gasoline below the mini mum fuel grade as this may impair engine per formance lt If you use gasoline with this minimum AKI Rat ing the engine may produce knocking sounds when starting at high outside temperatures This has no effect on the engine life Fuel quality The use of poor quality fuels may result in harmful engine deposits or damage Addi tionally problems relating to drivability start ing and stalling especially under certain envi ronmental conditions such as high ambient temperature and high altitude may occur If drivability problems are encountered we rec ommend switching to a high quality gasoline brand and a higher octane grade AKI num ber for a few tank fills To avoid harmful en 161 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 960 891 II 15 Mobility Fuel gine deposits it is highly recommended to purchase gasoline from Top Tier retailers Failure to comply with these recommendations may result in the need for unscheduled main tenance 162 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 960 891 II 15 Wheels and tires Vehicle features and options This chapter describes all standard country specific and optional features offered with the series It also describes features that are not necessarily available in your car e g due to the selected options or country
107. e Depending on the electrical mains the vehicle must be charged with a different charging cur rent strength refer to page 150 1 Settings 2 Charging 3 AC charging power Settings are stored When you change charg ing locations you also might need to change the setting for charging Set the charge current strength at other household sockets to Low Stopping charging process The charging operation can be stopped at any time by removing the charging cable and con tinued at a later time by connecting the charg ing cable in order to use other loads on the power connection or to prevent simultaneous high power from multiple loads The charging operation is interrupted when the vehicle is unlocked and automatically resumed after a brief time or when it is locked Continue charging operation If the charging operation is interrupted e g through a temporary power failure the charg ing operation is automatically continued after the interruption Terminating charging process 1 Removing the charging cable from the ve hicle refer to page 152 2 Stow the charging cable as required 3 Close the charging port flap 4 Lock vehicle if it is unlocked Displays in the instrument cluster The charging state indicator light refer to page 77 shows the charging state of the high voltage battery in the instrument cluster if op erating readiness is switched on If all seg ments are filled the high voltag
108. e inflation pressure reinitialize the Flat Tire Monitor For Tire Pressure Monitor after correcting the tire inflation pressure reset the Tire Pressure Monitor Tire inflation pressure specifications The tire inflation pressure table refer to page 164 contains all tire inflation pressure specifications for the specified tire sizes at the ambient temperature Tire inflation pressure specifications apply to approved tire sizes and recommended tire brands This information can be obtained from your service center To identify the correct tire inflation pressure please note the following gt Tire sizes of your vehicle gt Maximum permitted driving speed Tire inflation pressures up to 100 mph 160 km h For speeds of up to 100 mph 160 km h and for optimum driving comfort note the pressure values in the tire inflation pressure table refer to page 164 and adjust as necessary 163 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 960 891 II 15 Mobility Wheels and tires These pressure values can also be found on the tire inflation pressure label on the driver s door pillar Maximum permissible speed Do not exceed 100 mph 160 km h other wise tire damage and accidents may result lt Tire inflation pressure values up to 100 mph 160 km h i8 Tire size Pressure specifications in bar PSI Specifications in bar PSI with cold R 0 a 215 45 R2095 2 2 32 2 2132 V M S XL Std F 195 50
109. e 33 ft 10 m forward and back to dis tribute the sealant in the tire 4 Inflate the tire again using the compressor If a tire inflation pressure of 2 bar cannot be reached contact your service center Stowing the Mobility System 1 Remove the connection hose of the seal ant container from the wheel 2 Remove the connection hose from the sealant container Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 960 891 II 15 Wheels and tires Mobility 3 Wrap the empty sealant container and con 4 Insert the connector into a power socket nection hose in suitable material to avoid inside the vehicle dirtying the cargo area 4 Stow the Mobility System back in the vehi cle Distributing the sealant Jb Immediately drive approx 5 miles 10 km to en SE 1I sure that the sealant is evenly distributed in the tire Do not exceed a speed of 50 mph 80 km h If possible do not drive at speeds less than 5 Correct the tire inflation pressure to 12 mph 20 km h 2 5 bar gt Increase pressure with operating read To correct the tire inflation pressure iness or drive readiness switched on 1 Stop at a suitable location reel on the compressor 2 Screw the connection hose onto the tire gt To reduce the pressure press the but valve stem ton on the compressor Continuing the trip 5 Do not exceed the maximum permissible speed of 50 mph 80 km h an Reinitialize the Tire Pressure Monitor Replace the defective tire and the sealan
110. e battery is fully charged Even if no segments are filled the high voltage system Is still under high voltage Information regarding the charging process are shown on the charging screen refer to page 76 Display Meaning Blue plug charging process active or completed White plug charging interruption Running light animated with active charging operation H ise End of charging time or set depar ture time Charging progress bar Indicator in blue charged electrical 10mis range Indicator in white maximum electri cal range White clock departure time set Blue plug charging process active or completed White plug charging interruption Climate control activated at depar ture time Flashing ventilation active 155 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 960 891 II 15 Willia Charging vehicle Display Meaning 14 Flashing cooling active Departure time Flashing heating active The concept For optimum range and climate control the departure time can be set before parking the Car With a set departure time the vehicle is cli mate controlled during the charging process when climate control is set Climate control output is reduced during the trip This in creases the range during electric driving The following settings are possible at depar ture time gt Climate control at departure time gt Planning a one time departure time g
111. e controller until the desired setting is reached and press the controller With the rearview camera switched on 1 Select the symbol 2 Turn the controller until the desired setting is reached and press the controller System limits a See m ey ae tection oT ODIe ct objects such as ledges may not be detected by the system Assistance functions also take into account data of the PDC Follow instructions in the PDC chapter refer to page 115 The objects displayed on the Control Display under certain circumstances are closer than they appear Do not estimate the distance from the objects on the display 120 Top View The concept Top View provides assistance in parking and maneuvering The area around the vehicle is shown on the Control Display General information The image is lidtured by two cameras integrated in the exterior mirrors by the rear view camera and a camera on the front of the vehicle The range is no more than approx 6 5 ft 2 m to the side front and rear Obstacles within this range are thus displayed early on the Control Display Hints Check the traffic situation as well Check the traffic situation around the ve hicle with your own eyes Otherwise an acci dent could result from road users or objects that are not lidtured by the camera lt Overview Py Top View Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 960 891 II 15 Driving comfort Controls Cameras The rea
112. e resin or pollen can af fect the vehicle s paintwork Tailor the fre quency and extent of your car care to these influences Aggressive substances such as spilled fuel oil grease or bird droppings must be removed im mediately to prevent the finish from being al tered or discolored Leather care Remove dust from the leather often using a cloth or vacuum cleaner Otherwise particles of dust and road grime chafe in pores and folds and lead to increased wear and premature degradation of the leather surface To guard against discoloration such as from clothing provide leather care roughly every two months Clean light colored leather more frequently be cause soiling on such surfaces is substantially more visible Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 960 891 II 15 Care Mobility Use leather care products otherwise dirt and grease will gradually break down the protective layer of the leather surface Suitable care products are available from the service center Upholstery material care Vacuum regularly with a vacuum cleaner If upholstery is very dirty e g with beverage stains use a soft sponge or microfiber cloth with a suitable interior cleaner Clean the upholstery down to the seams using large sweeping motions Avoid rubbing the material vigorously Damage from Velcro fasteners Open Velcro fasteners on pants or other articles of clothing can damage the seat covers Ensure that any Ve
113. e that operates according to BMW i specifications with personnel trained accordingly lt Parts and accessories BMW recommends using parts and accesso ries approved by BMW for this purpose Your BMW center is the right contact for genu ine BMW parts and accessories other prod Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 960 891 II 15 ucts approved by BMW and related qualified advice BMW has tested these products for safety and suitability in relation to BMW vehicles BMW can assume responsibility for them However we cannot assume any responsibility whatsoever for parts and accessories that have not been specifically approved by BMW BMW cannot evaluate whether each individual product from another manufacturer can be used with BMW vehicles without presenting a safety hazard This guarantee does not apply when country specific government approval has been granted Testing of this kind may fail to embrace the entire range of potential oper ating conditions to which components might be exposed on BMW vehicles Such products could conceivably fail to comply with BMW s own stringent quality standards California Proposition 65 Warning California laws require us to state the following warning Engine exhaust and a wide variety of automo bile components and parts including compo nents found in the interior furnishings in a vehi cle contain or emit chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer a
114. e the vehicle is in motion 32 gt When the vehicle is rolling if the accelera tor pedal is not pressed gt During vehicle braking When exerting gentle pressure on the brakes the vehicle is only braked by the electric motor When the brake pedal is depressed further the brake system is activated additionally This is why only part of the brake energy is used to charge the high voltage battery when exerting firm pressure on the brake The mark in the instrument cluster is located within the CHARGE range Sensible driving and early speed reduction are important to make full use of the energy recov ery feature Display The eDRIVE displays refer to page 75 pro vide information about the current state of the drive and visualize the system s use in a dia gram Energy saving driving To save energy while driving read the follow ing information Before driving eDRIVE allows using the air conditioner even before driving off The stationary climate con trol refer to page 127 provides more range than full air conditioning while driving Parked car ventilation during the charging process can provide maximum range when driving off During driving gt General driving tips refer to page 144 for increasing the range gt Use the eDRIVE system efficiently refer to page 138 for an optimized driving style gt ECO PRO mode refer to page 145 for in creasing the range Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2
115. ec ond person To synchronize 1 Park the vehicle within range of the re mote controlled system 2 Program the relevant button on the interior rearview mirror as described 3 Locate and press the synchronizing button on the system being programmed You have approx 30 seconds for the next step 4 Hold down the programmed button on the interior rearview mirror for approximately 3 seconds and then release it If necessary repeat this step up to three times in order to finish synchronization Once synchroni zation is complete the programmed func tion will be carried out Reprogramming individual buttons 1 Switch on the ignition 2 Press and hold the interior rearview mirror button to be programmed 3 Assoonas the interior rearview mirror LED starts flashing slowly hold the hand held transmitter for the system to be controlled approx 1 to 3 in 2 5 to 8 cm away from the buttons of the interior rearview mirror The required distance depends on the manual transmitter Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 960 891 II 15 4 Likewise press and hold the button of the desired function on the hand held trans mitter 5 Release both buttons as soon as the inte rior rearview mirror LED flashes more rap idly The LED flashing faster indicates that the button on the interior rearview mirror has been programmed The system can then be controlled by the button on the in terior rearview mirror If the LED does not
116. ecom mendes that you have maintenance and repair performed by your BMW dealer s ser vice center or another service center or repair shop that employs trained personnel that can perform maintenance and repair work on your vehicle in accordance with Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 960 891 II 15 19 20 BMW specifications The manufacturer of your vehicle recommends that you maintain records of all maintenance and repair work performed on your vehicle At page 181 where it reads Have any work on the lighting system the following words should be read as preceding that passage It is strongly suggested that you At page 181 under the Battery replace ment section the text should be disre garded and in lieu thereof the following text should be read Use of recommended vehicle batteries The manufacturer of your vehicle recom mends that you use vehicle batteries that it has tested and recommends for use in your vehicle otherwise the vehicle could be damaged and systems or functions may not be fully available After a battery replacement the manufac turer of your vehicle recommends that you have the battery registered on your vehicle by a service center to ensure that all com fort functions are fully available and that any check control messages of these comfort functions are no longer displayed Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 960 891 II 15 Addendum Contents The
117. ective features and systems BMW maintenance system The maintenance system indicates required maintenance measures and thereby provides support in maintaining road safety and the op erational reliability of the vehicle In some cases scopes and intervals may vary according to the country specific version Re placement work spare parts fuels and lubri cants and wear materials are calculated sepa rately Additional information is available from the service center Note Maintenance and repairs Have maintenance and repair work per formed only by a service center or a workshop that works according to BMW specifications with appropriately trained personnel Other wise there is the risk of fatal injury from elec trocution due to the high voltage system s high voltage 178 Condition Based Service CBS Sensors and special algorithms take into ac count the driving conditions of your vehicle Based on this Condition Based Service recog nizes the maintenance requirements The system makes it possible to adapt the amount of maintenance corresponding to your user profile Detailed information on service requirements refer to page 84 can be displayed on the Con trol Display Service data in the remote control Information on the required maintenance is continuously stored in the remote control Your service center will read out this data and suggest the right array of service procedures for your vehicle T
118. ed tires 167 Roadside parking lights 93 RON recommended fuel grade 161 Roofliner 17 Rubber components care 189 S Safe braking 140 Safety 7 Safety belt reminder for driv er s seat and front passen ger seat 53 Safety belts 53 Safety belts care 189 Safety of the high voltage system 34 Safety systems airbags 96 SAVE Battery maintaining charging state 64 Screen refer to Control Dis play 18 Screw thread see screw thread for tow fitting screw thread for tow fitting 186 Sealant 168 Seat belts refer to Safety belts 53 Seat heating front 52 Seating position for chil dren 57 Seats 51 Selection list in instrument cluster 86 Selector lever Steptronic Sport transmission 71 Sensors care 190 Service and warranty 8 Service requirements Condi tion Based Service CBS 178 Service requirements dis play 84 Services ConnectedDrive 6 SET button see Cruise con trol 113 Settings locking unlock ing 46 Settings mirrors 54 Settings on Control Dis play 89 Shift paddles on the steering wheel 73 Side airbags 96 Side View 122 Signaling horn 14 Signals when unlocking 47 Silent Start electric drive readiness 63 Sitting safely 51 Size 194 Smallest turning radius 194 Snow chains 171 Socket 131 Socket OBD Onboard Diag nostics 179 SOS button 183 Spare fuse 182 Specified engine oil types 175 Speed average 88 Speed limit detection on board computer 88 Speed limi
119. edal 2 Press the Start Stop button Pressing the Start Stop button without step ping on the brake turns operating readiness off Selector lever position Selector lever position P is engaged automati cally gt With operating readiness turned off gt After approx 15 minutes Headlights gt Do not rub dry and do not use abrasive or acidic cleansers gt Soak areas that have been dirtied e g from insects with shampoo and wash off with water gt Thaw ice with de icing spray do not use an ice scraper After washing the vehicle After washing the vehicle apply the brakes briefly to dry them otherwise braking action can be reduced and corrosion of the brake discs can occur Completely remove all residues on the win dows to minimize loss of visibility due to smearing and to reduce wiper noises and wiper blade wear 188 Vehicle care Car care products BMW recommends using care and cleaning products from BMW since these have been tested and approved Car care and cleaning products Follow the instructions on the container When cleaning the interior open the doors or windows Only use products intended for cleaning vehi cles Cleansers can contain substances that are dangerous and harmful to your health Vehicle paint Regular care contributes to driving safety and value retention Environmental influences in areas with elevated air pollution or natural con taminants such as tre
120. eginning The maintenance should be carried out should be disregarded and the following text should be read in lieu thereof BMW recommends that you have the maintenance carried out by your service center At page 151 under the heading Make sure that the charging device is in flawless oper ating condition the word flawless should read proper At page 163 under the heading Tire infla tion specifications the sentence begin ning Tire inflation pressure specifications apply to approved tire sizes should be disregarded At page 167 under the heading Mount ing the paragraph beginning Have mounting and balancing should be dis regarded and the following text should be read in lieu thereof BMW recommends that you have mounting and balancing per formed by your service center or a tire mounting specialist At page 167 under the heading Approved wheels and tires the term Approved should be disregarded and in lieu thereof the term Recommended should be read in its place In addition the text of that sec tion should be disregarded and the follow ing text should be read in lieu thereof The manufacturer of your vehicle strongly suggests that you use wheels and tires that have been recommended by the vehicle manufacturer for your vehicle type other wise for example despite having the same 15 16 17 18
121. el no later than at a range of 30 miles 50 km or engine operation might fail and damage might occur lt 83 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 960 891 II 15 Controls Displays Observe further Hints on refueling refer to page 158 Service requirements The concept The driving distance or the time to the next scheduled maintenance is displayed briefly in the instrument cluster after operating readi ness is switched on Your service specialist can read the current service requirements from your remote con trol Display Data regarding the service status or legally mandated vehicle inspections are automati cally transmitted to your service center before a service due date Detailed information on service requirements More information on the scope of service re quired can be displayed on the Control Dis play On the Control Display Vehicle info 2 Vehicle status 3 Go Service required Required maintenance procedures and le gally mandated inspections are displayed 4 Select an entry to call up detailed informa tion 84 Symbols Sym Description bols No service is currently required The deadline for scheduled mainte nance or a legally mandated inspec tion is approaching The service deadline has already passed BRE Entering appointment dates Enter the dates for the required inspections Make sure that the vehicle s date and time are set correctly On the Control
122. el pump symbol This releases the fuel filler flap Open the fuel filler flap 4 Carefully open the fuel filler flap Excess pressure can build up in the fuel tank from gasoline vapor Fuel the vehicle as usual This may be diffi cult due to the residue pressure in the tank caused by frequent stopping of the fuel pump nozzle e g 159 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 960 891 II 15 Mobility Refueling 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 otherwise fuel may eslide causing harm to the environ ment and damaging the vehicle Handling fuels Observe safety regulations posted at the gas station lt No simultaneous charging and refueling Do not refuel while a charging cable is plugged in and maintain an adequate safety distance from highly flammable materials Oth erwise there is a danger of personal injury and property damage from burning fuel vapors e g if the charging cable is improperly plug ged in or unplugged 160 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 960 891 II 15 Fuel Mobility Fuel Vehicle features and options This chapter describes all standard country specific and optional features offered with the series It also describes features that are not necessarily available in your car e g due to the selected options or country ve
123. emory buttons Volumes tone Control Display Navigation Park Distance Control PDC Head up Display Driving Dynamics Control VeVv VvVVvV Vv Vv V VvV Vv OV Ov yV Intelligent Safety Profile management Opening profiles Regardless of the remote control in use a dif ferent profile may be activated Settings Profiles Select a profile Vv wr gt All settings stored in the called up profile are automatically applied gt The called up profile is assigned to the re mote control being used at the time 40 gt Ifthe profile is already assigned to a differ ent remote control this profile will apply to both remote controls It cannot be differen tiated anymore between the settings for the two remote controls Renaming profiles A personal name can be assigned to every pro file to avoid confusion between the profiles Settings Profiles Options e i E Rename current profile Resetting profiles The settings of the active profile are reset to their default values 1 Settings 2 Profiles 3 Options 4 Reset current profile Exporting profiles Most settings of the active profile can be ex ported This can be helpful for securing and retrieving personal settings before delivering the vehicle to a workshop e g Profiles can be taken to an other vehicle equipped with the Personal Pro file function The following export options are available gt Via BMW Onl
124. energy recovery is tempora rily unavailable after startup Parking brake The concept The parking brake is used to prevent the vehi cle from rolling when it is parked 66 Overview Parking brake Setting Apply parking brake and further secure the vehicle if needed Set the parking brake firmly when parking oth erwise the vehicle could roll On steep upward and downward inclines further secure the ve hicle e g by turning the steering wheel in the direction of the curb lt Take the remote control with you Take the remote control with you when leaving the vehicle so that children e g can not release the parking brake lt ro Pull the reel The LED lights up park The indicator lamp lights up red The parking brake is set While driving Use as emergency brake while driving Pull the reel and hold it The vehicle brakes hard while the reel is being pulled park The indicator lamp lights up red a sig P nal sounds and the brake lights light up A Check Control message is displayed Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 960 891 II 15 Driving Controls If the vehicle is slowed down down to a speed of approx 2 mph 3 km h the parking brake is set Releasing With drive readiness switched on Press the reel while stepping on the brake pedal or selector lever position P is set The LED and indicator lamp go out The parking brake is released Automatic release For au
125. ent or hitting a road obstacle data that will assist in under standing how a vehicle s systems performed The EDR is designed to record data related to vehicle dynamics and safety systems for a short period of time typically 30 seconds or less The EDR in this vehicle is designed to record such data as gt How various systems in your vehicle were operating gt Whether or not the driver and passenger safety belts were fastened gt How far if at all the driver was depressing the accelerator and or brake pedal gt How fast the vehicle was traveling These data can help provide a better under standing of the circumstances in which crashes and injuries occur EDR data are recorded by your vehicle only if a nontrivial crash situation occurs no data are recorded by the EDR under normal driving conditions and no personal data e g name gender age and crash location are recorded However other parties such as law enforce ment could combine the EDR data with the type of personally identifying data routinely ac quired during a crash investigation To read data recorded by an EDR special equipment is required and access to the vehi cle or the EDR is needed In addition to the ve hicle manufacturer other parties such as law enforcement that have the special equipment can read the information if they have access to the vehicle or the EDR Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 960 891 II 15 _ Note
126. ent use of the brakes Corrosion will built up when the maximum pressure applied to the brake pads during braking Is not reached thus discs don t get cleaned Corrosion buildup on the brake discs will cause a pulsating effect on the brakes in their re sponse generally that cannot be corrected Condensation under the parked vehicle When using the automatic climate control condensation water develops collecting under neath the vehicle These traces of water under the vehicle are normal 141 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 960 891 II 15 Driving tips _ jem Loading Loading Vehicle features and options This chapter describes all standard country specific and optional features offered with the series It also describes features that are not necessarily available in your car e g due to the selected options or country versions This also applies to safety related functions and systems The respectively applicable country provisions must be observed when using the respective features and systems Hints Overloading the vehicle To avoid exceeding the approved ca pacity of the tires never overload the vehicle Overloading can lead to overheating and in creases the rate at which damage develops in side the tires This could result in a sudden loss of tire inflation pressure lt No fluids in the cargo area Make sure that fluids do not leak into the cargo area otherwise the vehicle may be dam
127. er s Manual con only be carried out by an authorized BMW tains an affirmative instruction to contact a service center or one that operates accord service center or your service center ing to BMW i specifications with personnel we wanted to clarify that BMW recom trained accordingly If work is not carried out mends that if you are faced with one of the properly there is the risk of fire and fatal situations addressed by that text you con injury from electrocution due to the high tact or seek the assistance of a BMW voltage system s high voltage dealer s service center or another service 6 At page 8 under the Parts and Accesso center or repair shop that employs trained ries section in the sixth sentence the personnel that can perform maintenance word cannot should read does not and repair work on your vehicle in accor P sree 7 At page 53 in the Check and replace dance with BMW specifications 7 i n l l safety belts section the text beginning While BMW of North America LLC at no This should only be done by your service cost to you will pay for repairs required by center should be disregarded and the the limited warranties provided with respect following text should be read in lieu thereof to your vehicle and for maintenance under BMW recommends having this work per the Maintenance Program during the appli formed by aservice center as it is important cable warranty and maintenance
128. ered with the series It also describes features that are not necessarily available in your car e g due to the selected options or country versions This also applies to safety related functions and systems The respectively applicable country provisions must be observed when using the respective features and systems The concept The iDrive combines the functions of many switches Thus these functions can be oper ated from a central location Using the iDrive during a trip To avoid becoming distracted and pos ing an unnecessary hazard to your vehicle s occupants and to other traffic never attempt to use the controls or enter information unless traffic and road conditions allow it lt Control elements at a glance Control elements 1 Control Display 2 Controller with buttons and depending on the equipment version with touchpad 18 Control Display Hints gt To clean the Control Display follow the care instructions gt Do not place objects close to the Control Display otherwise the Control Display can be damaged gt Inthe case of very high temperatures on the Control Display e g due to intense so lar radiation the brightness may be re duced down to complete deactivation Once the temperature is reduced e g through shadow or climate control system the normal functions are re established Switching on 1 Turn on operations 2 Press the controller Switch off 2 ty O pti
129. ergy consumption and tire wear Standing air conditioning Run advance climate control refer to page 127 in the vehicle during charging if pos sible before driving off Heating and cooling operations are very en ergy intensive and substantially reduce the electric range Look well ahead when driving Avoid unnecessary acceleration and braking By maintaining a suitable distance to the vehi cle driving ahead of you Driving smoothly and proactively reduces fuel consumption Longer braking procedures result in more effi cient charging of the high voltage battery via energy recovery from braking Use coasting When approaching a red light take your foot off the accelerator and let the vehicle coast to a halt Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 960 891 II 15 Switch off any functions that are not currently needed Functions such as seat heating and the rear window defroster require a lot of energy and reduce the range especially in city and stop and go traffic Reel off these functions if they are not needed The ECO PRO driving program supports the energy conserving use of comfort features These functions are automatically deactivated partially or completely Have maintenance carried out Have vehicles maintained regularly to achieve optimal vehicle efficiency and operating life The maintenance should be carried out by your service center Also note the BMW Maintenance System refer to page 178
130. eter Display gt Odometer scope of the computer refer to page 87 gt Trip odometer lower right display in the in strument cluster Show reset kilometers Press the knob gt With operating readiness turned off the time the ex ternal temperature and the odometer are displayed gt When operating readiness is switched on the trip odometer Is reset External temperature If the indicator drops to 37 F 3 C or lower a signal sounds A Check Control message is displayed There is an increased risk of ice on roads Ice on roads Even at temperatures above 37 F 3 C roads might be icy Therefore drive carefully on bridges and shaded roads e g to avoid the increased risk of an accident lt Time The time is displayed in the instrument cluster Setting the time and time format refer to page 89 Date The date Is displayed in the computer Setting the date and date format refer to page 89 Range Display g 160 mi r BY 25 mi The following information about the range is displayed gt Fill level bars of the fuel gauge arrow 1 gt Charging state of the high voltage battery arrow 2 Range for electric driving arrow 3 Total range from fuel supply and electric range arrow 4 Two Check Control messages indicate a lim ited total range The range display is dynamic and is influenced by several factors such as driving style Refuel promptly Refu
131. far back as possi ble and adjust its height to the highest and thus best possible position for the belt and to offer optimal protection in the event of an acci dent If the upper anchorage of the safety belt is lo cated in front of the belt guide of the child seat move the passenger seat carefully forward un til the best possible belt guide position is reached LATCH child restraint system LATCH Lower Anchors and Tether for Chil dren 58 Child seat security The rear safety belts and the front passenger safety belt can be permanently locked to fas ten child restraint systems The front passenger safety belt can be perma nently locked to fasten child restraint systems Locking the safety belt 1 Pull out the strap completely 2 Secure the child restraint system with the belt 3 Allow the strap to be pulled in and pull it tight against the child restraint system The safety belt is locked Unlocking the safety belt 1 Unbuckle the belt buckle 2 Remove the child restraint system 3 Allow the strap to be pulled in completely Note Follow manufacturer s information for LATCH child restraint systems To mount and use the LATCH child restraint systems observe the operating and safety in formation from the system manufacturer oth Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 960 891 II 15 Transporting children safely Controls erwise the level of protection may be re duced lt Mounts for the
132. fastest way to find information on a partic ular topic or item is by using the index refer to page 198 6 Notes At a glance 14 Cockpit 18 iDrive 26 Voice activation system 29 Integrated Owner s Manual in the vehicle 31 BMW eDRIVE 34 Safety of the high voltage system Controls 38 Opening and closing 51 Adjusting 57 Transporting children safely 61 Driving 75 Displays 92 Lights 96 Safety 109 Driving stability control systems 113 Driving comfort 124 Climate control 129 Interior equipment 134 Storage compartments Driving tips 138 Things to remember when driving 142 Loading 144 Increase range Mobility 150 158 161 163 173 177 178 180 183 187 Charging vehicle Refueling Fuel Wheels and tires Engine oil Coolant Maintenance Replacing components Breakdown assistance Care Reference 194 Technical data 196 Appendix 198 Everything from A to Z Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 960 891 II 15 _ Notes Notes Using this Owner s Manual Orientation The fastest way to find information on a partic ular topic is by using the index An initial overview of the vehicle is provided in the first chapter Updates made after the editorial deadline Any updates made after the editorial deadline can be found in the appendix of the printed Owner s Handbook for Vehicle User s manual for Navigation Entertainment Communication The topics Navigation Entertainment Com
133. for Part no 01 40 2 960 891 II 15 Ataglance GECUL Voice activation system gt Avoid making other noise in the vehicle while speaking 28 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 960 891 II 15 Integrated Owner s Manual in the vehicle Ataglance a glance Integrated Owner s Manual in the vehicle Vehicle features and options This chapter describes all standard country specific and optional features offered with the series It also describes features that are not necessarily available in your car e g due to the selected options or country versions This also applies to safety related functions and systems The respectively applicable country provisions must be observed when using the respective features and systems Integrated Owner s Manual in the vehicle The Integrated Owner s Manual can be dis played on the Control Display It specifically describes features and functions found in the vehicle Components of the Integrated Owner s Manual The Integrated Owner s Manual consists of three parts which offer various levels of infor mation or possible access Quick Reference Guide The Quick Reference Guide provides informa tion how to operate the car how to use basic vehicle functions or what to do in case of a breakdown This information can also be dis played while driving Search by images Image search provides information and de scriptions This is helpful when the terminol ogy for a feature is
134. front seat passen ger airbags indicates the operating state of the front seat passenger airbags The lamp indicates whether the airbags are ei ther activated or deactivated gt The indicator lamp lights up when a child is properly seated in a child restraint fix ing system or when the seat is empty The airbags on the front passenger side are not activated gt The indicator lamp does not light up when e g a correctly seated person of sufficient size is detected on the seat The airbags on the front passenger side are activated Detected child seats The system generally detects children seated in a child seat particularly in child seats re quired by NHTSA when the vehicle was manu Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 960 891 II 15 Safety Controls factured After installing a child seat make sure that the indicator lamp for the front seat passenger airbags lights up This indicates that the child seat has been detected and the front seat passenger airbags are not activated Strength of the driver s and front seat passenger airbag The explosive power that activates driver s front passenger s airbags very much depends on the positions of the driver s front passeng er s seat With a respective message appearing on Con trol Display calibrate the front seats to keep the accuracy of this function over the long term Calibrating the front seats A corresponding message appears on the Control Disp
135. g Refueling Vehicle features and options This chapter describes all standard country specific and optional features offered with the series It also describes features that are not necessarily available in your car e g due to the selected options or country versions This also applies to safety related functions and systems The respectively applicable country provisions must be observed when using the respective features and systems Hints Observe the fuel recommendation refer to page 161 prior to refueling Refuel promptly Refuel no later than at a range of 30 miles 50 km or engine operation might fail and damage might occur lt To also ensure all engine functions under un favorable conditions e g steep vehicle inclina tions at least 2 6 US gal 10 liters fuel should be refueled Do not refuel unless the engine is at a standstill and the selector lever is in posi tion P N Do not refuel unless the engine is at a standstill and the selector lever is in position P N other wise the buildup of pressure may cause the fuel nozzle to shut off prematurely lt Tank vent The concept The vehicle is equipped with a special fuel tank It is designed for special requirements that arise with the hybrid operation of the vehi 158 cle e g alternating drive with combustion en gine or electric motor General information In the fuel tank excess pressure can build up due to gasoline vapors which are d
136. g operating conditions and homologation requirements You should also be aware of any applicable warranty limitations or exclusions for such country or region In such case please contact Customer Relations for further information Maintenance Maintain the vehicle regularly to sustain the road safety operational reliability and the New Vehicle Limited Warranty Specifications for required maintenance meas ures gt BMW Maintenance system gt Service and Warranty Information Booklet for US models gt Warranty and Service Guide Booklet for Canadian models If the vehicle is not maintained according to these specifications this could result in seri ous damage to the vehicle Such damage is not covered by the BMW New Vehicle Limited Warranty Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 960 891 II 15 Data memory Many electronic components on your vehicle are equipped with data memories that tempo rarily or permanently store technical informa tion about the condition of the vehicle events and faults This technical information generally records the state of a component a module a system or the environment gt Operating mode of system components fill levels for instance gt Status messages for the vehicle and from its individual components e g wheel rota tion speed vehicle speed deceleration transverse acceleration gt Malfunctions and faults in important sys tem components e g lights and brakes
137. g the wiper blades 1 To change the wiper blades fold up refer to page 70 the wiper arms 2 Fold up the wipers 3 Position the wiper blade in a horizontal po sition 180 4 Remove the wiper blade toward one side 5 Insert the new wiper blade in reverse order of removal until it locks in place 6 Fold down the wipers Lamp and bulb replacement General information All headlights and lights are made using LED or laser technology Contact your service cen ter in the event of a malfunction Headlight glass Condensation can form on the inside of the ex ternal lights in cool or humid weather When driving with the light switched on the conden sation evaporates after a short time The head light glass does not need to be changed If the headlights do not dim despite driving with the light switched on increasing humidity forms e g water droplets in the light have the service center check this Light emitting diodes LEDs Some items of equipment use light emitting diodes installed behind a cover as a light source These light emitting diodes which are related to conventional lasers are officially designated as Class 1 light emitting diodes Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 960 891 II 15 Replacing components Mobility Hints Do not perform any work on the lighting system Have any work on the lighting system includ ing bulb replacement performed only by a service cente
138. ge Always use wheels with TPM electronics to ensure that the system will operate properly Status display The current status of the Tire Pressure Moni tor TPM can be displayed on the Control Dis play e g whether or not the TPM is active On the Control Display 1 Vehicle info 2 Vehicle status 3 1 Tire Pressure Monitor TPM The status Is displayed 99 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 960 891 II 15 Controls Safety Status control display Tire and system status are indicated by the color of the wheels and a text message on the Control Display All wheels green System is active and will issue a warning rela tive to the tire inflation pressures stored during the last reset One wheel is yellow A flat tire or major drop in inflation pressure in the indicated tire All wheels are yellow A flat tire or major drop in inflation pressure in several tires Wheels gray The system cannot detect a flat tire Reasons for this may be gt The system is being reset gt Malfunction Status information The status control display additionally shows the current tire inflation pressures and de pending on the model tire temperatures It shows the actual values read they may vary depending on driving style or weather condi tions Carry out reset Reset the system after each adjustment of the tire inflation pressure and after every tire or wheel change On the Control Displ
139. ger door Unlocking from the outside The driver s door can be opened at the door lock using the integrated key refer to page 38 The alarm system is set off when the vehicle is opened using the door lock In order to terminate this alarm unlock vehicle with the remote control or establish radio ready state if needed through emergency de tection of the remote control refer to page 39 43 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 960 891 II 15 Controls Opening and closing From the inside Unlocking and locking Via the buttons for the central locking system gt By pressing the button the vehicle is locked with the doors closed gt Pressing the button unlocks the vehicle The vehicle is not secured against theft when locking In the event of a severe accident the vehicle is automatically unlocked The hazard warning system and interior lights come on Unlocking and opening Press button The door is unlocked and slightly open Push the door outward Note swivel range of the door The folding doors swivel to the side and upward Before opening make sure that the swivel range is clear Otherwise the doors can be damaged lt 44 When there is a power failure or to unlock the door from the rear first push down on the lever in the door frame in the front area arrow The lever is raised g Pull the release on the bottom of the lever up wards
140. gine oil level Engine oil level display messages Different messages appear on the display de pending on the engine oil level Pay attention to these messages If the engine oil level is too low within the next 125 miles 200 km Add engine oil refer to page 175 Engine oil level too low Add engine oil immediately otherwise an insufficient amount of engine oil could re sult in engine damage lt Take care not to add too much engine oil Too much engine oil Have the vehicle checked immediately otherwise surplus engine oil can lead to en gine damage lt Detailed measurement The concept In the detailed measurement the engine oil level is checked and displayed via a scale Gasoline engine 173 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 960 891 II 15 Mobility Engine oil If the engine oil level reaches the minimum level a check control message is displayed Diesel engine During the measurement the idle speed is in creased somewhat Requirements gt Vehicle is on level road gt Drive readiness is established gt Selector lever position N engaged and ac celerator pedal not depressed gt Engine is running and is at operating tem perature Performing a detailed measurement In order to perform a detailed measurement of the engine oil level 1 Vehicle info 2 Vehicle status 3 SE Measure engine oil level 4 Start measurement The engine oil level is checked and displaye
141. ging D Rand N Briefly push the selector lever in the desired di rection beyond a resistance point if needed After releasing the selector lever it returns to its center position Press unlock button in order to gt EngageR gt Shift out of P 71 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 960 891 II 15 Controls Driving Engaging P Press button P Sport program and manual mode Activating the sport program By activating the Sport program the vehicle is tuned for sporty driving Press the selector lever to the left out of selec tor lever position D The SPORT indication is dis played in the instrument cluster The sport program of the vehicle is activated Activate manual mode 1 Press the selector lever to the left out of selector lever position D 2 Push the selector lever forward or pull it backward Manual mode becomes active and the selector lever position is changed 72 The engaged selector lever position is dis played in the instrument cluster for instance M1 Once maximum engine speed is attained or if the engine is getting too hot manual mode is automatically upshifted as needed Switching to manual mode gt To shift down press the selector lever for ward gt To shift up pull the selector lever rear wards The selector lever position will only be shifted at appropriate engine and road speeds and when necessary due to the temperature of the
142. he camera immedi ately after vehicle shipment gt If there is constant blinding effects be cause of oncoming light e g from the sun low in the sky Warning sensitivity The more sensitive the warning settings are e g the warning time the more warnings are displayed However there may also be an ex cess of false warnings Pedestrian warning with city braking function The concept The ystem can help prevent accidents with pe destrians The system issues a warning in the city driving speed area if there is imminent danger of a col lision with pedestrians and includes a braking function The camera in the area of the rearview mirror controls the system General information In daylight the system warns of possible colli sions with pedestrians at speeds from about 6 mph 10 km h to about 35 mph 60 km h shortly before a collision the system supports you with a braking intervention Under those circumstances it reacts to people who are within the detection range of the sys tem 105 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 960 891 II 15 Controls Safety Detection range The detection area in front of the vehicle is div ided into two areas gt Central area arrow 1 directly in front of the vehicle gt Expanded area arrow 2 to the right and left A collision is imminent if pedestrians are lo cated within the central area A warning is is sued about pedestrians who are located within
143. he en gine When parking it is preferable to switch on the one sided roadside parking lights refer to page 93 Low beams Position of switch ZD with operating readi ness switched on the low beams light up Welcome lights When the vehicle is parked leave the switch in position ZD or 40 parking and interior lights come on briefly when the vehicle is unlocked depending on the ambient brightness Activating deactivating On the Control Display 1 Settings 2 Lighting 3 Welcome lights Settings are stored for the profile currently in use Headlight courtesy delay feature The low beams stay lit for a short while if the headlight flasher is switched on after the radio ready state is switched off Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 960 891 II 15 Lights Controls Setting the duration On the Control Display Settings Lighting Pathway lighting sw IS Set length of time Settings are stored for the profile currently in use Automatic headlight control Position of switch 2 the low beams are acti vated and off automatically e g in tunnels in twilight or if there is precipitation The indicator lamp in the instrument cluster lights up When emerging from a tunnel during the day the low beams are not switched off immedi ately but instead only after approx 2 minutes A blue sky with the sun low on the horizon can cause the lights to be switched on Personal responsibili
144. he system has been triggered otherwise you may risk burns Only have the airbags checked repaired or dis mantled and the airbag generator scrapped by the service center or an authorized repair shop for handling explosives Non professional attempts to service the sys tem could lead to failure in an emergency or unintentional activation of the airbag both may lead to injury lt Warnings and information on the airbags are also found on the sun visors Functional readiness of the airbag system e e With operating readiness turned on warning light in the instrument cluster lights up briefly indicating airbag sys tem and belt tension are functional Airbag system malfunctioning gt Warning lamp does not come on when op erating readiness is turned on gt The warning lamp lights up continuously 97 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 960 891 II 15 Controls Safety In case of a malfunction have airbag sys tem checked immediately In case of a malfunction have airbag system checked immediately otherwise there is a risk that the system does not function as expected in case of a severe accident lt Automatic deactivation of the front seat passenger airbags The system reads if the front passenger seat is occupied by measuring the human body s re sistance Front knee and side airbag on the front pas senger s side are either activated or deacti vated Leave feet in the footwell Make
145. he vehicle is driven primarily by the combustion engine ECO PRO refer to page 145 supports a driv ing style that saves on fuel consumption For this purpose the engine control and comfort features e g the climate control output are adjusted Discharge of the high voltage battery Longer idle periods refer to page 190 can re duce the charging state of the high voltage battery Do not allow the vehicle to sit idle for ex tended periods with a low charging state Before storing the vehicle for an extended pe riod check the battery charge indicator to en sure that the high voltage battery is fully charged During the idle period connect the vehicle to a charging station at a suitable charging location If necessary the high volt age battery will be charged automatically Make sure that the charging process takes place Regularly check the charging state Don t allow battery charge status to drop too low it will damage the battery lt General driving notes Closing the tailgate Drive with the tailgate closed Only drive with the tailgate closed other wise in the event of an accident or braking and evasive maneuvers passengers and other traf 139 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 960 891 II 15 DOLLE Things to remember when driving fic may be injured and the vehicle may be damaged lt If driving with the tailgate open cannot be avoided gt Drive moderately Hot exhaust system
146. herefore hand your service specialist the re mote control with which the vehicle was driven most recently Storage periods Storage periods during which the vehicle bat tery was disconnected are not taken into ac count If this occurs have a service center update the time dependent maintenance procedures such as checking brake fluid and if needed changing the engine oil and the microfilter activated charcoal filter Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 960 891 II 15 Maintenance Mobility Service and Warranty Information Booklet for US models and Warranty and Service Guide Booklet for Canadian models Please consult your Service and Warranty In formation Booklet for US models and Warranty and Service Guide Booklet for Canadian mod els for additional information on service re quirements Maintenance and repair should be performed by your service center Make sure to have reg ular maintenance procedures recorded in the vehicle s Service and Warranty Information Booklet for US models and in the Warranty and Service Guide Booklet for Canadian mod els These entries are proof of regular mainte nance Socket for OBD Onboard Diagnosis Note Socket for Onboard Diagnosis The socket for onboard diagnostics may only be used by the service center or a work shop that operates in accordance with the specifications of the vehicle manufacturer with correspondingly trained personnel and other authorized persons
147. hildren to ride on a passenger s lap lt Putting on the belt Lay the belt without twisting snugly across the lap and shoulders as close to the body as possible Make sure that the belt lies low around the hips in the lap area and does not press on the abdomen Otherwise the belt can slip over the hips in a frontal impact and in jure the abdomen The safety belt must not lie across the neck rub on sharp edges be routed over breakable objects or be pinched lt What reduces the restraining effect Avoid wearing bulky clothing and pull the shoulder belt periodically to readjust the tension Make sure that the belt is not jammed otherwise the belt can be damaged and the restraining effect is reduced 1 Insert belt in the belt buckle arrow 1 2 Insert the buckle tongue in the belt buckle arrow 2 Make sure you hear the latch plate engage in the belt buckle Unbuckling the belt 1 Hold the belt firmly 2 Press the red button in the belt buckle 3 Guide the belt back into its roll up mecha nism Safety belt reminder for driver s and passenger s seat The indicator lamp lights up and a sig Th nal sounds Make sure that the safety belts are positioned correctly The safety belt reminder is active at speeds above approx 6 mph 10 km h It can also be activated if objects are placed on the front passenger seat Damage to safety belts Wear and tear after accidents or when dam aged otherwise
148. ibility The system does not serve as a substi tute for the driver s personal judgment of the traffic situation Be aware of the traffic situation and the vehi cle s surroundings at all times otherwise acci dents are still possible despite all warnings lt Adapting your speed and driving style The displays and warnings of the system do not relieve the driver of the responsibility to adapt his or her driving speed and style to the traffic conditions Be alert Due to system limitations warnings may be not issued at all or may be issued late or improperly Therefore always be alert and ready to intervene otherwise there is the risk of an accident lt 102 Ata glance Button in the vehicle rOn LUE Intelligent Safety button Switching on off Some Intelligent Safety systems are automati cally active after every departure Some Intelli gent Safety systems activate according to the last setting Waw Press button briefly gt The menu for the intelligent safety system is displayed The systems are individually switched off ac cording to their respective set tings gt LED lights up orange or goes out respec tive to their individual settings Adjust as needed Individual settings are stored for the profile currently in use BOB Press button again gt All Intelligent Safety systems are activated gt The LED lights up green Ram Hold down button gt All Intelligent Safety system
149. icle features and options This chapter describes all standard country specific and optional features offered with the series It also describes features that are not necessarily available in your car e g due to Note The technical data and specifications in this Owner s Manual are used as guidance values The vehicle specific data can deviate from this for example due to the selected special equip ment country version or country specific measurement method Detailed values can be Dimensions The dimensions can vary depending on the model version equipment or country specific measurement method The specified heights do not take into account attached parts for example a roof antenna BMW i8 Width with mirrors Width without mirrors Height Length Wheelbase Smallest turning radius diam 194 the selected options or country versions This also applies to safety related functions and systems The respectively applicable country provisions must be observed when using the respective features and systems found in the approval documents on informa tion signs on the vehicle or can be obtained from the service center The information in the vehicle documents al ways has priority roof racks or spoiler The heights can deviate for example due to the selected special equip ment tires load and chassis version inches mm 87 3 2 218 inches mm 76 5 1 942 inches mm 50 8 1 291 inches mm 184 9 4 697 inche
150. ide is transferred to the front passenger side The program is switched off if the setting on the front passenger side is changed Climate control Maximum cooling USE Press button AIC l The system is set to the lowest tem perature optimum air flow and air circulation mode Air flows out of the vents to the upper body re gion The vents need to be open for this The function is available above an external temperature of approx 32 F O C and with the engine running or when electrical drive readi ness is indicated is indicated Adjust air flow with the program active Cooling function The car s interior can be cooled with the sta tionary climate control or via the A C button with the engine running and or with drive readi ness activated AIC Press button The air will be cooled and dehumidi fied and depending on the temperature set ting warmed again Depending on the weather the windshield and side windows may fog up briefly when the en gine is started or drive readiness is activated The cooling function is switched on automati cally with the AUTO program When using the automatic climate control condensation water refer to page 141 devel ops that exits underneath the vehicle Automatic recirculated air control recirculated air mode You may respond to unpleasant odors or pollu tants in the immediate environment by tempo rarily suspending the supply of outside air The sys
151. ightly de pressed gt The possible maximum speed for electric driving is not exceeded gt The driver s door is closed 64 Auto eDRIVE General information With each starting operation Auto eDRIVE is activated using the Start Stop button In Auto eDRIVE the vehicle is driven in hybrid mode corresponding to the various driving sit uations i e the drive combines combustion engine and electric motor The respectively most effective drive type is preferred SAVE Battery maintaining charging state Should it be necessary e g to conserve the electrical range for a later point in time on the trip the current charging state of the high volt age battery can be maintained with this func tion The function is possible under the following conditions gt The fuel fill level is sufficient gt Engaged selector lever position D gt Drive mode Auto eDrive Switching on off 1 Settings 2 Auto eDRIVE 3 Hold state of charge MAX eDRIVE General information Max eDRIVE forces electric driv ing With Max eDRIVE a speed of approx 75 mph approx 120 km h is possible MAX eDRIVE In special situations the speed limit can con sciously be exceeded by applying the acceler ator pedal beyond the full throttle point kick down The combustion engine is automatically Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 960 891 II 15 Driving Controls activated and switched into AUTO eDRIVE mode Ove
152. illumination e g in towns and cities The blue indicator lamp in the instru ment cluster lights up when the system switches on the high beams Switching the high beams on and off manually y gt High beams on arrow 1 gt High beams off headlight flasher arrow 2 The High beam Assistant can be switched off when manually adjusting the light To reacti vate the High beam Assistant press the but ton on the turn signal lever System limits The system is not fully functional in situations such as the following and driver intervention may be necessary gt In very unfavorable weather conditions such as fog or heavy precipitation gt When detecting poorly lit road users such as pedestrians cyclists horseback riders and wagons when driving close to train or ship traffic and at animal crossings gt In tight curves on hilltops or in depres sions in cross traffic or half obscured on coming traffic on freeways gt In poorly lit towns and cities and in the presence of highly reflective signs Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 960 891 II 15 Lights Controls gt At low speeds When the windshield behind the interior rearview mirror is fogged over dirty or cov ered with stickers etc Instrument lighting Adjusting amp The parking lights or low beams E must be switched on to adjust the brightness Adjust the brightness with the thumbwheel Interior lights Gener
153. ine gt Via the USB port to a USB device Popular file systems for USB devices are supported FAT32 and exFAT are the rec ommended formats for profile export Other formats may not support the export 1 Settings 2 Profiles Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 960 891 II 15 Opening and closing Controls 3 Export profile 4 BMW Online BMW Online USB interface USB device Alternatively the settings and contacts can be exported via an app to a suitable smartphone Importing profiles Profiles exported via BMW Online can also be imported via BMW Online Profiles stored on a USB device can be im ported via the USB interface Existing settings are overwritten with the im ported profile 1 Settings 2 Profiles 3 Import profile 4 BMW Online BMW Online USB interface USB device Alternatively the settings and contacts can be imported via an app from a suitable smart phone Using the guest profile The guest profile is for individual settings that are saved in none of the three personal pro files This can be useful for drivers who are using the vehicle temporarily and do not have their own profile 1 Settings 2 Profiles 3 Guest The guest profile cannot be renamed It is not assigned to the current remote control Display profile list during start The profile list can be displayed during each start to select the desired profile 1 Settings 2 Profiles
154. ing style is always the responsibility of the driver The laws of physics cannot be repealed not even with DSC Therefore do not reduce the additional safety margin by driving in a risky manner lt Do not deactivate DSC when driving with roof load Do not deactivate Dynamic Stability Control DSC when driving with roof load e g roof mounted luggage rack Otherwise driving safety is not given in driv ing critical situation due to the elevated center of gravity lt Overview Button in the vehicle 109 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 960 891 II 15 Controls Driving stability control systems ge DSC OFF button cm Indicator warning lights The indicator lamp flashes DSC con ae trols the drive and braking forces The indicator lamp lights up DSC has failed Deactivating DSC DSC OFF Automatic switching of the drive type Depending on the operating state of the high voltage system the drive of the vehicle automatically switches between front wheel rear wheel and four wheel drive If DSC is deactivated this may result in auto matic change of the drive type for unstable driving situations To increase vehicle stability activate DSC again as soon as possible When DSC is deactivated driving stability is reduced during acceleration and when driving In Curves To increase vehicle stability activate DSC again as soon as possible Deactivating DSC B or Press and hold this butt
155. ing time The warning time can be set via iDrive 1 Settings 2 Frontal Coll Warning 3 Activate the desired time on the Control Display The selected time is stored for the profile cur rently in use Warning with braking function Display If a collision with a recognized vehicle is immi nent a warning symbol appears in the instru ment cluster and in the Head Up Display Symbol Measure The vehicle lights up red prewarn ing Brake and increase distance The vehicle flashes red and an acoustic signal sounds acute warn ing You are requested to intervene by braking or make an evasive maneu ver BD D Prewarning This warning is issued e g when there is the impending danger of a collision or the distance to the vehicle ahead is too small The driver must intervene actively when there is a prewarning Acute warning with braking function Warning of the imminent danger of a collision when the vehicle approaches another object at a relatively high differential speed The driver must intervene actively when there is an acute warning If necessary the driver is assisted by a minor automatic braking inter vention in a possible risk of collision Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 960 891 II 15 Safety Controls Acute warnings can also be triggered without previous prewarning Braking intervention The warning prompts the driver himself herself to react During a warning the maximum b
156. ion sensor and tilt alarm sensor will be switched on gt The indicator lamp goes out after unlock ing The vehicle has not been tampered with gt The indicator lamp flashes after unlocking until the radio ready state is switched on but no longer than approx 5 minutes An alarm has been triggered Tilt alarm sensor The tilt of the vehicle is monitored The alarm system responds in situations such as attempts to steal a wheel Interior motion sensor The windows must be closed for the system to function properly Avoiding unintentional alarms The tilt alarm sensor and interior motion sen sor can be switched off together such as in the following situations gt In automatic car washes gt In duplex garages gt During transport on trains carrying vehi cles at sea or on a trailer gt With animals in the vehicle Switching off the tilt alarm sensor and interior motion sensor Press the remote control button again within 10 seconds as soon as the vehicle is locked The indicator lamp lights up for approx 2 sec onds and then continues to flash The tilt alarm sensor and interior motion sen sor are turned off until the vehicle is locked again Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 960 891 II 15 Opening and closing Controls Switching off the alarm Closing gt Unlock vehicle with the remote control or Keep the closing path clear establish radio ready state if needed through emergenc
157. ior rearview mirror detects traffic signs at the edge of the road as well as variable over head sign posts Traffic signs with extra sym bols for wet road conditions etc are also de tected and compared with the vehicle s onboard data such as for the rain sensor and will be displayed depending on the situation The system takes into account the information stored in the navigation system and also dis plays speed limits present on routes without signs Hints Personal judgment The system cannot serve as a substitute for the driver s personal judgment of the traffic situation The system assists the driver and does not re place the human eye Ata glance Camera The camera is found near the interior rearview mirror Keep the windshield in the area behind the in terior rearview mirror clean and clear Switching on off On the Control Display 1 Settings 2 Instrument cluster 3 Speed limit information If speed limit detection is switched on it can be displayed on the info display in the instru ment cluster Display The following is displayed in the instrument cluster 85 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 960 891 II 15 o7 Displays P Canann limit AaAtartiiar ope ed limit detection Current speed limit F 79 mph Speed limit detection is not available Speed limit detection can also be displayed in the Head up Display System lim
158. issipated before the tank lid is opened Overview The button is located on the driver s side on the door armrest Tank venting 1 Switch off drive readiness 2 Press button to start the pressure equalization The status of the tank venting is displayed in the instrument cluster In rare cases the tank venting can last several minutes If the tank venting has been completed a message Is displayed in the instrument cluster The tank lid is released for open Ing 3 Open the fuel filler flap If the fuel filler flap is not opened within 10 minutes after the fuel filler flap was re leased the fuel filler flap relocks Press button again Fuel lid Opening Before opening vent the tank refer to page 158 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 960 891 II 15 1 Briefly press the rear edge of the fuel filler flap Turn the tank lid counterclockwise Place the tank lid in the bracket attached to the fuel filler flap Closing 1 Fit the lid and turn it clockwise until you clearly hear a click 2 Close the fuel filler flap Do not pinch the retaining strap Do not pinch the retaining strap attached to the lid otherwise the lid cannot be closed properly and fuel vapors can escape lt Manually unlocking fuel filler flap In the event of an electrical malfunction e g The release is located in the trunk 1 Open the cover on the right side trim 2 Pull the green knob with the fu
159. istant 112 Drive off assistant refer to DSC 109 Driver s door LED 41 Drive readiness 61 Drive readiness in detail 62 Drive readuness deacti vate 63 Driving Dynamics Con trol 111 Driving instructions break in 138 200 Driving instructions DRIVE drive system 138 Driving mode 111 Driving notes general 139 Driving stability control sys tems 109 Driving tips 139 Driving with combustion en gine POWER 65 DSC Dynamic Stability Con trol 109 DTC Dynamic Traction Con trol 110 Dynamic Stability Control DSC 109 Dynamic Traction Control DTC 110 E eBOOST 65 ECO PRO 145 ECO PRO display 145 ECO PRO driving mode 145 ECO PRO mode 145 ECO PRO Tip driving in struction 146 eDRIVE drive system driving Instructions 138 eDRIVE electric driving see BMW eDRIVE 32 eDrive system at a glance 31 EfficientDynamics 146 Electric drive readiness Si lent Start 63 Electric driving ROWER 64 Electric driving max eDRIVE 64 Electric driving see BMW eDRIVE 32 Electronic oil measure ment 173 Electronic Stability Program ESP refer to DSC 109 Emergency charging refer to Backup charging 156 Emergency detection remote control 39 Emergency release fuel filler flap 159 Emergency Request 183 Emergency start function en gine start 39 Emergency unlocking tail gate 45 Emergency unlocking trans mission lock 73 Energy Control 87 Energy recovery CHARGE 66 Engine coolant 177
160. its The system may not be fully functional and may provide incorrect information in the fol lowing situations gt In heavy fog rain or snowfall gt When signs are concealed by objects gt When driving very close to the vehicle in front of you When driving toward bright lights gt When the windshield behind the interior rearview mirror is fogged over dirty or cov ered by a sticker etc gt Inthe event of incorrect detection by the camera gt If the speed limits stored in the navigation system are incorrect gt In areas not covered by the navigation sys tem gt When roads differ from the navigation such as due to changes in road routing gt When passing buses or trucks with a speed sticker gt If the traffic signs are non conforming During calibration of the camera immedi ately after vehicle shipment 86 Selection lists in the instrument cluster The concept Depending on your vehicle s optional features the following can be displayed or operated us ing the buttons and the thumbwheel on the steering wheel as well as the displays in the in strument cluster and the Head up Display gt Current audio source gt Redial phone feature gt Turn on voice activation system It also displays programs of the Driving Dy namics Control Display No One But You V Rock n Roll Boy Shine A Light Depending on your vehicle s optional features the list in the instrumen
161. iving style and ECO PRO tips 1 Settings 2 Instrument cluster 3 ECO PRO Info Indications on the Control Display Information on fuel consumption and technol ogy can be displayed while driving 1 Vehicle info 2 eDRIVE ECO PRO Tips can be displayed while driving as a note in the split screen in the energy flow display Displaying ECO PRO Tips 1 Vehicle info 2 eDRIVE 3 i ECO PRO Tips Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 960 891 II 15 Increase range Drivingtips tips Settings are stored for the profile currently in use 147 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 960 891 II 15 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 960 891 Charging vehicle Charging vehicle Vehicle features and options This chapter describes all standard country specific and optional features offered with the series It also describes features that are not necessarily available in your car e g due to the selected options or country versions This also applies to safety related functions and systems The respectively applicable country provisions must be observed when using the respective features and systems The concept The vehicle can be charged using various charging cables at charging stations or hous hold sockets Control and monitoring of the charging process are handled completely au tomatically The charge current strength can be set by means of the Control
162. l data Continue OK oS ey z Entering letters and numbers General information On the Control Display 1 Turn the controller select letters or num bers 2 Select additional letters or numbers if needed 3 OK confirm the entry Symbol Function lt Press the controller delete the let ter or number lt Press the controller for an extended period delete all letters or numbers Switching between cases letters and numbers Depending on the menu you can reel between entering upper and lower case letters and numbers Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 960 891 II 15 iDrive RAE Mel ae Symbol Function ABc Enter the letters 12 Enter the numbers abc or ABC Tip controller up Without navigation system A amp Select the symbol Entry comparison Entering names and addresses choice is nar rowed down with every letter entered and let ters may be added automatically Entries are continuously compared with data stored in the vehicle gt Only those letters are offered during input for which data Is available gt Target search names of locations may be entered in languages available through Control Display 25 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 960 891 II 15 meltclaesmm Voice activation system Voice activation system Vehicle features and options This chapter describes all standard country specific and optional features offered with the series I
163. l of your vehicle All features and accessories that are useful for driving and your safety comfort and convenience are described here Controls Opening and closing Opening and closing Vehicle features and options This chapter describes all standard country specific and optional features offered with the series It also describes features that are not necessarily available in your car e g due to the selected options or country versions This also applies to safety related functions and systems The respectively applicable country provisions must be observed when using the respective features and systems Remote control key General information The vehicle is supplied with two remote con trols with integrated key Every remote control holds a replaceable bat tery You may set the key functions depending on the optional features and country specific ver sion For Settings refer to page 46 The vehicle stores personal settings for every remote control Personal Profile refer to page 39 The remote controls hold information on re quired maintenance Service data in the re mote control refer to page 178 38 At a glance 1 Unlocking 2 Locking 3 Unlock the tailgate 4 gt With alarm system panic mode gt Without panic mode lt gt Adjustable function headlamp cour tesy delay feature or stationary climate control Integrated key Press button arrow 1 and remove the key ar
164. lay 1 Press the reel and move the respective seat all the way forward 2 Press the reel forward again The seat still moves forward slightly 3 Readjust the seat to the desired position The calibration procedure is completed when the message on the Control Display disap pears If the message continues to be displayed re peat the calibration If the message does not disappear after a re peat calibration have the system checked as soon as possible Unobstructed area of movement Ensure that the area of movement of the seats is unobstructed to avoid personal injury or damage to objects Tire Pressure Monitor TPM The concept The system monitors tire inflation pressure in the four mounted tires The system warns you if there is a significant loss of pressure in one or more tires For this purpose sensors in the tire valves measure the tire inflation pressure and tire temperature Hints Tire damage due to external factors Sudden tire damage caused by external circumstances cannot be recognized in ad vance With use of the system observe further infor mation found under Tire inflation pressure re fer to page 163 Functional requirements The system must have been reset with the correct tire inflation pressure otherwise relia ble signaling of tire inflation pressure loss is not assured Reset the system after each adjustment of the tire inflation pressure and after every tire or wheel chan
165. lay a precise image A film in the windshield prevents double im ages from being displayed Therefore have the special windshield re placed by a service center only 91 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 960 891 II 15 Controls Lights Lights Vehicle features and options This chapter describes all standard country specific and optional features offered with the series It also describes features that are not necessarily available in your car e g due to the selected options or country versions This also applies to safety related functions and systems The respectively applicable country provisions must be observed when using the respective features and systems Overview 1 Rear fog lights 2 Depending on the equipment automatic headlamp control High beam Assistant welcome lamps daytime running lights Lights off daytime running lights Parking lights daytime running lights Low beams welcome lights Oo oo kf Instrument lighting Parking lights low beams headlight control General information Position of switch 0 D 0 92 With driver s door open and operating readi ness turned off the exterior lighting will be turned off automatically Parking lights Position of switch D QE the vehicle s lights light up on all sides e g for parking Do not use the parking lights for extended pe riods otherwise they might drain the battery and it would then be impossible to start t
166. lcro fasteners are closed lt Caring for special components Light alloy wheels When cleaning the vehicle use only neutral wheel cleaners having a pH value from 5 to 9 Do not use abrasive cleaning agents or steam jets above 140 F 60 C Follow the manufac turer s instructions Aggressive acidic or alkaline cleaning agents can destroy the protective layer of adjacent components such as the brake disk Chrome surfaces Carefully clean components such as the radia tor grille or door handles with an ample supply of water possibly with shampoo added partic ularly when they have been exposed to road Salt Rubber components Aside from water treat only with rubber cleansers When cleaning rubber seals do not use any silicon containing car care products in order to avoid damage or noises Plastic components These include Imitation leather surfaces Roofliner Lamp lenses Instrument cluster cover Matt black spray coated components VV VV VV Painted parts in the interior Carbon parts in the interior Clean with a microfiber cloth Dampen cloth lightly with water Do not soak the roofliner No cleansers that contain alcohol or sol vents Do not use cleansers that contain alcohol or solvents such as lacquer thinners heavy duty grease removers fuel or such this could lead to surface damage lt Safety belts Dirty belt straps impede the reeling action and thus have a negative impac
167. lder 135 Front cup holder 135 Front end collision warning with City Braking func tion 103 Front holder for bever ages 135 front seat passenger airbags automatic deactivation 98 Front seat passenger airbags indicator lamp 98 Fuel 161 Fuel consumption current 87 Fuel consumption refer to Average fuel consump tion 87 Fuel filler flap 158 Fuel gauge 82 Fuel lid 158 Fuel quality 161 Fuel recommendation 161 Fuel tank capacity 195 Fuse 182 G Garage door opener refer to Universal Integrated Remote Control 129 Gasoline 161 Gear change Steptronic Sport transmission 71 Gear shift indicator 85 Gearshift see Steptronic Sport transmission 70 General driving notes 139 Glare shield 131 Glove compartment 134 GPS location vehicle posi tion 90 Gross vehicle weight ap proved 195 H Handbrake refer to parking brake 66 Hand held transmitter alter nating code 130 Hazard warning flashers 183 Head airbags 96 Headlight control auto matic 93 Headlight courtesy delay fea ture 92 Headlight courtesy delay fea ture remote control 47 Headlight courtesy delay fea ture via remote control 42 Headlight flasher 68 Headlight glass 180 Headlights care 188 Head restraints 51 Head restraints front 54 Head up Display 90 Head up Display care 190 Heavy cargo stowing 143 Height vehicle 194 High beam Assistant 94 High beams 68 High beams low beams refer to High beam Assistan
168. le is stationary The drive wheels are blocked P is engaged automatically gt After drive readiness is deactivated with radio ready state refer to page 61 or op erating readiness off refer to page 62 when selector lever position D or R is set gt With operating readiness off if selector lever position N is set gt Ifthe driver s safety belt is released the driver s door is opened and the brake pedal is not pressed while the vehicle is stationary and selector lever position D or R is set Before exiting the vehicle make sure that se lector lever position P is set Otherwise the ve hicle may begin to move On uphill and downhill grades secure the vehi cle with the parking brake refer to page 66 before shifting into selector lever position P Kickdown Kickdown is used to achieve maximum driving performance Step on the accelerator pedal beyond the resistance point at the full throttle position Engaging selector lever positions gt Selector lever position P can only be disen gaged when the vehicle drive readiness is engaged and the brake pedal is depressed gt With the vehicle is stationary press on the brake pedal before shifting out of P or N otherwise the shift command will not be executed shift lock Press on the brake pedal until you start driving To prevent the vehicle from creeping after you select a gear maintain pressure on the brake pedal until you are ready to start Enga
169. lectric motor with a BMW TwinPower Turbo engine hybrid electric vehicle The result is a breathtaking plug in hybrid sports car with the fuel consumption and emissions of a compact vehicle The weight of the BMW 18 is a result of the Life module the passen ger cell made of light and extremely robust carbon fiber It substantially reduces the weight of the vehicle and has a significant impact on the design of the BMW i8 The principle of intelligent lightweight design has also been applied to all other components of the BMW 18 Moreover streamflow aerodynamics reduce drag and energy consumption With its dynamic proportions and sporty progressive design the BMW 18 embodies lightness as well as efficiency and sheer driving pleasure The development process itself is the first of many innovations In order to ensure that the BMW i8 Is a truly sustainable product measurable targets were defined at the design phase and throughout the entire life cycle of the vehicle from the extraction of raw materials production and use to recycling and the end of product life The deliberate use of recycled and environmentally friendly materials in production guarantees holistic sustainability throughout the entire value chain For more information visit www omw i com Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 960 891 11 15 The Life module is made of ultra light carbon fiber in x 2 lighter than aluminum 5 lighter than steel
170. losing is interrupted gt Press the switch beyond the resist The window reopens slightly ance point The window opens automatically Pressing Closing without the pinch protection the switch again stopse the motion system See also Convenient opening refer to Keep the closing path clear page 42 via remote control Monitor closing and make sure that the closing path of the window is clear otherwise injuries may result lt 49 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 960 891 II 15 Controls Opening and closing E g danger from the outside or ice might pre vent window from closing properly proceed as follows 1 Pull the reel past the resistance point and hold it there The pinch protection is limited and the window reopens slightly if the closing force exceeds a certain margin 2 Pull the reel past the resistance point again within approx 4 seconds and hold it there The window closes without jam protection 50 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 960 891 II 15 Adjusting Vehicle features and options This chapter describes all standard country specific and optional features offered with the series It also describes features that are not necessarily available in your car e g due to the selected options or country versions This also applies to safety related functions and systems The respectively applicable country provisions must be observed when using the respective features and systems Sitting
171. lower LATCH anchors The lower anchors may be used to attach the CRS to the vehicle seat up to a combined child and CRS weight of 65 lb 30 kg when the child is restrained by the internal harnesses Note Properly engage the lower LATCH an chors Make sure that the lower LATCH anchors have properly engaged and that the child restraint system is resting snugly against the backrest otherwise the degree of protection may be re duced Position The corresponding symbol shows the amp mounts for the lower LATCH anchors Seats equipped with lower anchors are marked with a pair 2 of LATCH sym isorx bols It is not recommended to use the inner lower anchors of standard outer LATCH positions to fasten a child restraint system on the middle seat Use the vehicle seat belt instead for the middle seat Before installing LATCH child restraint systems Pull the belt away from the area of the child re straint system Assembly of LATCH child restraint systems 1 Mount the child restraint system refer to the user s manual of the system 2 Ensure that both LATCH anchors are prop erly connected Child restraint fixing system with a tether strap Mounting points re The respective symbol shows the an ile chor for the upper retaining strap Seats with an upper Top Tether are marked with this symbol It can be found on the rear seat backrest or the rear window shelf Note Mounting eyelets Use the mounting eye
172. ly friendly paper bleached without chlorine suitable for recycling Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 960 891 II 15 Addendum ADDENDUM TO OWNER S MANUAL We wanted to provide you with some updates and clarifications with respect to the printed BMW Owner s Manual These updates and clarifications will supersede the materials con 4 we recommend that you make sure that any such parts and or accessories are appropri ate for use on your vehicle At page 7 under the warranty section s dis tained in that document 1 Where the terms service center the ser vice center your service center service specialist or service are used in the Owner s Manual we wanted to clarify that the terms refer to a BMW dealer s service 5 center or another service center or repair shop that employs trained personnel that can perform maintenance and repair work on your vehicle in accordance with BMW specifications cussion of homologation where it states that you cannot lodge warranty claims for your vehicle there the text should read that you may not be able to lodge warranty claims for your vehicle there At page 7 under the heading Body work and working on the high voltage system the text of that section should be disre garded and the following text should be read in lieu thereof BMW recommends to have modifications and work on the vehicle 2 Where the text of the Own
173. maged and systems or functions may not be fully availa ble After a battery replacement have the battery registered on the vehicle by the service center to ensure that all comfort features are fully available and that any Check Control mes sages of these comfort features are no longer displayed Charge vehicle battery Do not use any charging devices Do not charge the vehicle battery with an external charging device otherwise there is a risk of property damage e g to the vehicle s electronics lt Charging a discharged battery refer to page 156 Power failure After a temporary power loss some equipment needs to be newly initialized or individual set tings updated e g gt Time update 181 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 960 891 II 15 Mobility Replacing components gt Date update Disposing of old batteries Have old batteries disposed of by your service center or bring them to a recy cling center Maintain the battery in an upright position for transport and storage Secure the battery so that it does not tip over during transport Fuses Hints Replacing fuses Never attempt to repair a blown fuse and do not replace a defective fuse with a substi tute of another color or amperage rating this could lead to a circuit overload ultimately re sulting in a fire in the vehicle Replacing fuse The fuses are located in the passenger foot well under the dashboard 1
174. met Assistance for the combustion engine Depending on the operating state the electric motor provides assistance with additional pro pulsive power ASSIST During normal vehicle operation the electric motor assists the combustion engine depend ing on the situation eBOOST Accelerating quickly such as when passing requires the maximum available power from the electric motor To do this apply extra force to the accelerator pedal 65 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 960 891 II 15 Controls Driving Energy recovery CHARGE The high voltage battery is recharged in part through energy recovery The electric motor acts as a generator when decelerating and converts the kinetic energy into electrical en ergy Energy can be recovered if the following condi tions are met gt The vehicle is moving gt Speed higher than approx 12 mph 20 km h gt Selector lever in selector lever position D Rors gt The high voltage battery is not fully charged gt Accelerator pedal is not operated Energy cannot be recovered in the following situations gt Selector lever position N is set gt While drive stability control systems con trol the vehicle even though it is not indi cated by an indicator light gt The high voltage battery is fully charged When temperature of the high voltage bat tery is very low or very high With cold external temperatures it is pos sible that the
175. n system Dp Briefly press the button on the steer ing wheel or gt Cancek Possible commands Most menu items on the Control Display can be voiced as commands The available commands depend on the menu that is currently displayed on the Control Dis play There are short commands for many functions You may select lists such as phone lists via voice activation Read these lists out loud ex actly as they show in the respective list Having possible commands read aloud You can have available commands read out loud for you Voice commands E g if the Settings menu is displayed the commands for the settings are read out loud Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 960 891 II 15 Executing functions using short commands Execute functions on the main menu via short commands It almost doesn t matter which menu item is selected e g Vehicle status Help dialog for the voice activation system Calling up help dialog Help Additional commands for the help dialog gt Help with examples announces informa tion about the current operating options and the most important commands for them gt Help with voice activation information about the principle of operation for the voice activation system is announced One example open the tone settings Via the main menu The commands of the menu items are spoken just as they are selected via the controller 1 Turn on the Entertainment sound o
176. n a distance of at least 12 in 30 cm lt Have the charging port cleaned by trained personnel If the charging port is dirty have the car cleaned only by appropriately trained person nel Otherwise there is a danger of injury from high voltage Automatic car washes Hints gt Give preference to cloth car washes or those that use soft brushes in order to avoid paint damage gt Make sure that the wheels and tires are not damaged by the transport mechanisms gt Fold in the exterior mirrors otherwise they may be damaged depending on the width of the vehicle gt Deactivate the rain sensor refer to page 69 to avoid unintentional wiper acti vation gt In some cases an unintentional alarm can be triggered by the interior motion sensor of the alarm system Follow the instruc tions on avoiding an unintentional alarm refer to page 48 Guide rails in car washes Avoid car washes with guide rails higher than 4 in 10 cm otherwise the vehicle body could be damaged lt 187 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 960 891 II 15 Mobility Care Before driving into a car wash In order to ensure that the vehicle can roll in a car wash take the following steps Drive into the car wash 2 Engage selector lever position N 3 Press the Start Stop button In this way operating readiness remains switched on and a Check Control mes sage is displayed To activate drive readiness 1 Depress the brake p
177. n addition the range for electric driving is dis system Payee Displays in the instrument cluster READY indicates drive readi ness For further information The following functions of the hybrid system READY please refer to Drive readiness are displayed in detail refer to page 62 gt High voltage battery charge indicator refer to page 77 Max eDrive refer to page 64 Maintaining charging state refer to page 78 gt Electric driving eROWER refer to page 77 gt Acceleration boost eBOOST refer to page 78 gt Energy recovery CHARGE refer to page 78 gt Drive readiness READY refer to The inner narrow blue stripe arrow 1 marks page 77 the range for electric driving The display depends on the system s operat If a white mark is located in the range after the ing condition stripe arrow 2 the combustion engine Is switched on In COMFORT and ECO PRO driving mode the specified power of the electric motor and the internal combustion engine is indicated by a white mark arrow 3 In ECO PRO mode the range for efficient driv ing style is colored blue arrow 4 For further information please refer to Electric driving eDRIVE refer to page 64 High voltage Even if no fill level bars are displayed next to the battery symbol the high voltage system is still under high voltage lt The fill level bars indicate the available charg ing state of the high voltage battery when op erating
178. n off interrupt Store speed Resume speed rocker switch change hold store speed Controls Switching on Ko Press button on the steering wheel The indicator lamp in the instrument A cluster lights up Desired speed becomes current speed ET and will be displayed beside the sym bol in the Info Display Cruise control can be used Switch off Deactivated or interrupted system With deactivated or interrupted system use your brakes steering and moves as usual to avoid the chance of an accident Press button gt If active press twice gt If interrupted press once 113 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 960 891 II 15 Controls Driving comfort The displays go out The stored desired speed is deleted Interrupting When active press the button The system is automatically interrupted if gt The brakes are applied gt Selector lever position D is disengaged gt DTC Dynamic Traction Control is activated or DSC is deactivated gt DSC is actively controlling stability Maintaining storing and changing the speed Hints Adjusting the desired speed Modify desired speed to road conditions and be ready to brake at all times otherwise there is the risk of an accident lt Maintaining storing the speed 7 Press button Or SET Press the rocker switch while the system is in terrupted When the system is switched on the current s
179. nctions of the hybrid system arrow 2 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 960 891 II 15 One bar indicates one minute The combustion engine s average fuel con sumption is indicated by a line above the bar display and as a value to the right of the graph Displaying the ener 1 Vehicle info 2 eDRIVE 3 98 Energy flow The following are displayed gt Active components of the hybrid system gt Direction of the energy flows Orange energy flow of the combustion en gine Blue energy flow of the hybrid system gt Driving states ePOWER POWER eBOOST CHARGE Coasting VV VV VV Charging gt System requirements of the hybrid system e g drive system not yet warmed up to operating temperature gt Driving requirement e g transmission se lector lever in the Sport position isplays Peeves Adapting to the course of the road When the navigation system destination guid ance Is active hybrid operation adapts to spe cific route sections Use of the hybrid system is optional Symbols in the energy flow display indicate that a situation has been detected ahead and hybrid operation is prepared for it YIYMDO Symbol Meaning Downhill gradients the system is ready to charge the high voltage battery Target zone ePOWER electric driv ing is being prepared Check Control The concept The Check Control system monitors functions in the vehicle and notifies you of malf
180. nd birth defects and reproductive harm In addition certain fluids contained in vehicles and certain products of component wear contain or emit chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other repro ductive harm Battery posts terminals and re lated accessories contain lead and lead com pounds Wash your hands after handling Used engine oil contains chemicals that have caused cancer in laboratory animals Always protect your skin by washing thoroughly with soap and water Service and warranty We recommend that you read this publication thoroughly Your vehicle is covered by the fol lowing warranties New Vehicle Limited Warranty Rust Perforation Limited Warranty Federal Emissions System Defect War ranty Federal Emissions Performance Warranty California Emission Control System Lim ited Warranty Detailed information about these warranties is listed in the Service and Warranty Information Booklet for US models or in the Warranty and Service Guide Booklet for Canadian models Your vehicle has been specifically adapted and designed to meet the particular operating con ditions and homologation requirements in your country and continental region in order to de liver the full driving pleasure while the vehicle is operated under those conditions If you wish to operate your vehicle in another country or region you may be required to adapt your ve hicle to meet different prevailin
181. ne Edition for Part no 01 40 2 960 891 II 15 Wheels and tires Mobility In case of tire damage If there are indications of tire damage re duce your speed immediately and have the rims and tires checked right away otherwise there is the increased risk of an accident Drive carefully to the nearest service center If necessary have the vehicle towed or trans ported there Otherwise tire damage can be come life threatening for vehicle occupants and also other traffic lt Repair of tire damage For safety reasons the manufacturer of your vehicle recommends that you do not have damaged tires repaired they should be re placed Otherwise damage can occur as a re sult lt Changing wheels and tires Mounting Information on mounting tires Have mounting and balancing performed only by a service center If work is not carried out properly there is a danger of subsequent damage and related safety hazards lt Wheel and tire combination You can ask the service center about the right wheel tire combination and wheel rim versions for the vehicle Incorrect wheel and tire combinations impair the function of a variety of systems such as ABS or DSC To maintain good handling and vehicle re sponse use only tires with a single tread con figuration from a single manufacturer Following tire damage have the original wheel and tire combination remounted on the vehicle as soon as possible Approved
182. ng af Press and hold this button on the re mote control after unlocking The windows are opened as long as the but ton on the remote control is pressed Locking Locking from the outside Do not lock the vehicle from the outside with people inside the car as the vehicle can not be unlocked from inside without special knowledge The driver s door must be closed Press button on the remote control All doors and the tailgate are being locked Anti theft protection is switched on It pre vents the doors from being unlocked using the door openers The alarm system refer to page 47 is armed Switching on interior lights Press button on the remote control with the vehicle locked This function is not available if the interior lamps were switched off manually If the button is pressed again within 10 sec onds after vehicle was locked the interior mo tion sensor and tilt alarm sensor of the anti theft warning system refer to page 48 are turned off After locking wait 10 seconds be fore pressing the button again 42 Unlocking the tailgate Press button on the remote control for approx 1 second The tailgate opens slightly regardless of whether the vehicle was previously locked or unlocked Depending on the features and the country version it is also possible to have door un locked Create the settings refer to page 46 If the doors were not unlocked the tailgate is locked ag
183. ngs on your driving style Optimizing driving style Performance display The driving style can be optimized using the performance display in ECO PRO mode Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 960 891 II 15 The driving style is efficient as long as the ac celerator pedal pointer is within the lower range highlighted in blue during acceleration and deceleration The energy recovery occurs during coasting and braking and is displayed in the perform ance display by the accelerator pedal indicator The accelerator pedal pointer is within the CHARGE range Efficient energy recovery gt The accelerator pedal moves to the left within the blue range of the CHARGE dis play arrow 1 gt The energy use while driving can be opti mized by efficient acceleration Efficient acceleration gt The accelerator pedal moves to the right within the blue range of the eDRIVE dis play arrow 2 gt Use deceleration during coasting as often as possible for energy recovery Brake according to traffic and circum stances Brake in accordance with the traffic conditions or there is the risk of accident lt Using drive modes and assistance systems Max eDRIVE refer to page 64 forces electric driving Electric driving is especially efficient for short distances low to medium speeds and in stop and go traffic SAVE Battery refer to page 64 conserves the electric range for a later point in time In this case t
184. ninter 13 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 960 891 II 15 Controls Driving rupted driving with the combustion engine of at least 6 miles 10 km To start with Launch Control do not steer the steering wheel Start with launch control With the combustion engine running S 1 ae Press button TRACTION is displayed in the instrument cluster and the indicator lamp for DSC OFF lights up 2 Engage selector lever position S 3 With the left foot forcefully press down on the brake 4 Press and hold down the accelerator pedal beyond the resistance point at the full throttle position A flag symbol is displayed in the instru ment cluster 5 The starting engine speed adjusts Within 3 seconds release the brake Before using Launch Control allow the trans mission to cool down for approx 5 minutes 74 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 960 891 II 15 This chapter describes all standard country specific and optional features offered with the series It also describes features that are not necessarily available in your car e g due to the selected options or country versions This also applies to safety related functions and The instrument cluster Is a variable display Some of the displays in the instrument cluster may differ from the way they are shown in this Owner s Handbook 50 0 mph 13 Speedometer External temperature Time mh OQ ND Messages e g Check Control
185. no 01 40 2 960 891 II 15 The outputs of the seat heater and the Addi tionally heat output to seats and exterior mirror is reduced The mirror heating is made available when out side temperatures are very cold Shows potential savings with the current set tings in percentages Display in the instrument cluster A mark in the performance display informs about the current driving style Mark in the CHARGE range arrow 1 indication for energy recovery and braking Mark in the POWER area arrow 2 display when accelerating Your driving style s efficiency is shown by the bar s color gt Blue display efficient driving style as long as the mark moves within the blue range gt Gray display adjust driving style e g by reduced acceleration The display switches to blue as soon as all conditions for fuel efficiency optimized driving are met As soon as one of the conditions for efficient driving is no longer fulfilled respective driving 146 instructions are displayed as a symbol in the instrument cluster An additional symbol and a text message are displayed on the control display Symbol Measure Ny For efficient driving back off the ac celerator or delay accelerating to al low time to assess road conditions Reduce speed to the selected ECO km h PRO speed The efficiency display and ECO PRO tips in the instrument cluster appear when the ECO PRO display is activated Activating dr
186. not at hand Owner s Manual Search for information and descriptions by en tering terms selected from the index Select components diii Press button Turn the controller open Vehicle info Press the controller iS Selecting desired range gt Quick reference gt Search by pictures gt Owner s Manual 4 Vehicle info eDRIVE Quick reference Search by pictures Owner s Manual Onboard info Trip computer Vehicle status j Leafing through the Owner s Manual Page by page with link access Turn the controller until the next or previous page is displayed Page by page without link access Scroll through the pages directly while skip ping the links Highlight the symbol once Now simply press the controller to browse from page to page Scroll back Scroll forward 29 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 960 891 II 15 Ataglance Fmelriia sme Integrated Owner s Manual in the vehicle Context help Owner s Manual to the temporarily selected function You may open the relevant information di rectly Opening via the iDrive To move directly from the application on the Control Display to the Options menu loPTION 1 Press button or move the controller to the right repeatedly until the Options menu is displayed 2 Display Owner s Manual Opening when a Check Control message Is displayed Directly from the Check Control message on the Control Display Display Owner
187. nsors are covered in snow On rough road surfaces On uneven surfaces such as speed bumps gt In large buildings with right angles and smooth walls e g in underground ga rages In automatic car washes gt Through heavy pollution gt Due to other ultrasound sources e g sweeping machines high pressure steam cleaners or neon lights Malfunction A Check Control message is displayed Red symbol is displayed and the range A N of the sensors is dimmed on the Con trol Display PDC has failed Have the system checked To ensure full functionality gt Keep the sensors clean and free of ice gt dimmedDo not put any stickers on sen sors gt When using high pressure washers do not spray the sensors for long periods and maintain a distance of at least 12 in 3O cm Surround View The concept Surround View comprises various camera as sistance systems that help the driver when parking maneuvering and at complex exits and intersections gt Rearview camera refer to page 117 gt Top View refer to page 120 gt Side View refer to page 122 Rearview camera The concept The rearview camera provides assistance in parking and maneuvering backwards The area behind the vehicle is shown on the Control Display 117 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 960 891 II 15 Controls Driving comfort Hints Check the traffic situation as well Check the traffic situation a
188. nt cluster light up for a varied length of time To save battery power when the engine is off switch off operating readiness and any unnec essary electronic systems power consumers Operating readiness is switched off automati cally in the following situations gt When locking the vehicle even if the low beams are activated gt Shortly before the battery is discharged completely so that drive readiness is maintained Note If the engine is switched off and operating readiness is switched on the system automati cally switches to the radio ready state when the door is opened if the lights are turned off or if correspondingly equipped the daytime running lights are activated 61 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 960 891 II 15 Controls Driving Operating readiness off Press the Start Stop button again without stepping on the brake All indicator lights in the instrument cluster go out To save battery power when the engine is off switch off operating readiness and any unnec essary electronic systems power consumers Operating readiness is switched off automati cally in the following situations while the vehi cle is stationary and the engine is off gt When locking the vehicle and when the low beams are activated gt Shortly before the battery is discharged completely so that drive readiness is maintained This function is only available when the low beams are turned off gt
189. nt in your direction when vehicle s interior is too hot gt Draft free ventilation Adjust the vent to let the air flow past you Stationary climate control The concept Stationary climate control cools or heats the interior prior to departure to a comfortable temperature The interior temperature is lowered with high cooling output The system may heat the interior Snow and ice can be removed more easily The air automatically exits through the vents to the windshield the side windows the upper body region and into the footwell The stationary climate control can be switched on and off via the following systems gt Direct operation refer to page 128 gt Preselected departure times refer to page 128 127 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 960 891 II 15 Controls Climate control With the BMW i Remote App refer to page 128 the standing air conditioning can be switched on The system switches off automatically after a certain period of time If stationary climate control is used during the charging process less air conditioning ca pacity will be required while driving This opti mizes the range Functional requirements gt When the departure time is preselected depends on internal external and set tem perature gt Direct operation via iDrive any external temperature gt Charging cable connected or high voltage battery sufficiently charged gt Motor switched off
190. nuous use is not available up to 1 US quart liter of an en gine oil with the following oil rating can be added Gasoline engine API SM or superior oil rating Engine oil change The vehicle manufacturer recommends that you let the service center change the motor oil BMW recommends Original BMW Engine Oil 176 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 960 891 II 15 Coolant Mobility Coolant Vehicle features and options This chapter describes all standard country specific and optional features offered with the series It also describes features that are not necessarily available in your car e g due to the selected options or country versions This also applies to safety related functions and systems The respectively applicable country provisions must be observed when using the respective features and systems Coolant level If necessary have the service center check the coolant level and add coolant as needed 177 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 960 891 II 15 Wella Maintenance Maintenance Vehicle features and options This chapter describes all standard country specific and optional features offered with the series It also describes features that are not necessarily available in your car e g due to the selected options or country versions This also applies to safety related functions and systems The respectively applicable country provisions must be observed when using the resp
191. o describes features that are not necessarily available in your car e g due to the selected options or country versions This also applies to safety related functions and systems The respectively applicable country provisions must be observed when using the respective features and systems General information The engine oil consumption is dependent on the driving style and driving conditions When a sporty driving style is used the engine oil consumption e g is clearly higher Therefore regularly check the engine oil level after refueling When a dynamic driving style is used such as when cornering fast the system is unable to measure the engine oil level With this driving style measure the engine oil level using a de tailed measurement refer to page 173 The vehicle is equipped with electronic oil measurement Electronic oil measurement Status display The concept The engine oil level is monitored electronically while driving and shown on the Control Dis play If the engine oil level reaches the minimum level a check control message is displayed Requirements A current measured value is available after ap prox 30 minutes of driving During a shorter trip the status of the last sufficiently long trip is displayed With frequent short distance trips regularly perform a detailed measurement Displaying the engine oil level On the Control Display 1 Vehicle info 2 Vehicle status 3 QZ En
192. o that can be transported Stowing cargo gt Cover sharp edges and corners on the cargo gt Heavy cargo do not exceed the maximum load of the trunk floor The maximum load capacity is 61 Ibs 28 kg Stow the cargo as far to the front as possible and below in the trunk 143 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 960 891 II 15 Driving tips _ jem Increase range Increase range General information The vehicle contains comprehensive technolo gies for reducing the energy consumption and for maximizing the range The range depends on a number of different factors The implementation of certain measures driv ing style and regular maintenance can increase range and thereby also reduce the environ mental impact Remove unnecessary cargo Additional weight increases fuel consumption Remove attached parts following use Attached parts on the vehicle impair the aero dynamics and increase the energy consump tion Closing the windows Open windows increase air resistance and therefore lead to greater fuel consumption Tires General information Tires can affect energy consumption in various ways for instance energy consumption can be influenced by tire size 144 Check the tire inflation pressure regularly Check and if needed correct the tire inflation pressure at least twice a month and before starting on a long trip Low tire inflation pressure increases rolling re sistance and thus raises en
193. off manually press the lever to the resistance point Unusually rapid flashing of the indicator lamp indicates that a turn signal bulb has failed 67 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 960 891 II 15 Driving Triple turn signal activation Press the lever to the resistance point The turn signal flashes three times The function can be activated or deactivated On the Control Display 1 Settings 2 Lighting 3 Triple turn signal Settings are stored for the profile currently in use Signaling briefly Press the lever to the resistance point and hold it there for as long as you want the turn signal to flash High beams headlight flasher gt High beams arrow 1 gt Headlight flasher arrow 2 Washer wiper system Switching the wipers on off and brief wipe Hints Do not activate wipers if frozen to wind shield Do not switch on the wipers if they are frozen to the windshield otherwise the wiper blades and the wiper motor may be damaged lt 68 Do not activate wipers on dry windshield Do not use the wipers if the windshield is dry as this may damage the wiper blades or cause them to become worn more quickly lt Switching on Push wiper lever up The lever automatically returns to its initial po sition when released gt Normal wiper speed push up once The wipers switch to intermittent operation when the vehicle is stationary gt Fast wiper speed press
194. ol If the windows are fogged over press the AUTO button to utilize the condensation sen sor Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 960 891 II 15 Climate control Controls Defrosts windows and removes condensation Press button Ice and condensation are quickly re moved from the windshield and the front side windows For this purpose point the side vents onto the side windows as needed Adjust air flow with the program active If the windows are fogged over you can also switch on the cooling function or press the AUTO button to utilize the condensation sen Sor Rear window defroster Press button The rear window defroster switches off automatically after a certain period of time Switching the system on off Switch off E ra Press and hold the left button until the ee control switches off Switching on Press any button except gt Rear window defroster gt Seat heating Microfilter activated charcoal filter In external and recirculated air mode the mi crofilter activated charcoal filter filters dust pollen and gaseous pollutants out of the air This filter should be replaced during scheduled maintenance refer to page 1 78 of your vehi cle Ventilation A NE gt Thumbwheel for continuous opening and closing of the vent arrow 1 gt Lever for changing the air flow direction arrow 2 Adjusting the ventilation gt Ventilation for cooling Direct ve
195. on but not lon ee ger than approx 10 seconds until the indicator lamp for DSC OFF lights up in the in strument cluster and displays DSC OFF The DSC system is switched off The steering and depending on the equip ment suspension are tuned for sporty driving Activating DSC ore Press button a DSC OFF and the DSC OFF indicator lamp go out 110 Indicator warning lights When DSC is deactivated DSC OFF is dis played in the instrument cluster amp The indicator lamp lights up DSC is oe deactivated Automatic activation When DSC is deactivated automatic activation occurs in the following situations gt The high voltage battery has an insuffi cient charge The vehicle has a flat tire When activating cruise control in TRAC TION or DSC OFF mode DTC Dynamic Traction Control The concept The DTC system is a version of the DSC where forward momentum is optimized The system ensures maximum headway on special road conditions or loose road surfaces e g unplowed snowy roads but with some what limited driving stability Activating the Dynamic Traction Control DTC provides maximum traction Driving stability is limited during acceleration and when driving in curves Therefore drive with appropriate caution You may find it useful to briefly activate DTC under the following special circumstances gt When driving in slush or on uncleared snow covered roads gt When freeing
196. on for Part no 01 40 2 960 891 11 15 2 1 1 100 km fuel consumption EU l J M y y A fame ae Saat a4 Lage 4 ae MCA hone A A gt yah j a 4 p i om E E LEJ 49 g km COs emissions Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 960 891 II 15 04 RECYCLING FOR THE BMW i8 WE NOT ONLY PIONEER NEW MATERIALS WE ALSO TAKE CARE OF THEIR RECYCLING Recycling is a given at BMW i Excess material from carbon fiber pro duction carbon components and body parts for instance are valu able materials That s why they are either reused as secondary raw materials for the in house BMW production cycle or recycled for other automotive and non automotive applications At the start of production for a BMW 18 more than 5 of the carbon fiber required is already recycled material Together with its partners BMW is pioneering closed loops for up to 100 of carbon fiber from production residues or end of life vehicles The BMW Group is always looking for innovative solutions and this is also the case when It comes to recycling high voltage batteries For example the batteries could serve as temporary storage cells for rene wable energy A particularly effective application is to use the batteries to store solar and wind energy so that generated power can be used when it is actually needed Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 960 891 II 15 of old batteries can be used
197. ons GY Split screen Turn off contro display Profile settings Reset current profile O Display user list at startup Rename current profile Controller The buttons can be used to open the menus directly The controller can be used to select menu items and enter the settings Some iDrive functions can be operated using the touchpad on the controller Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 960 891 II 15 iDrive Ataglance a glance Press button Function BACK Displays the previous panel OPTION Opens the Options menu Operating concept Opening the main menu tay Press button 22 Main menu Multimedia Radio Telephone EW erie W Office ConnectedDrive d Vehicle info Settings The main menu is displayed All iDrive functions can be called up via the main menu Selecting menu items Highlighted menu items can be selected 1 Turn the controller until the desired menu item is highlighted 02 Main menu Multimedia Buttons on controller Ra i W Telephone Press button Function i l Navigation J Office MENU Open the main menu ANR F A ConnectedDrive d Wenicle info RADIO Opens the Radio menu c PSs MEDIA Opens the Multimedia menu a 2 Press the controller NAV Opens the Navigation menu TEL Opens the phone menu 19 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 960 891 II 15 In the Owner s Manual menu items that can be selected are set in quotation marks e g
198. ons must be observed when using the respective features and systems BMW eDRIVE Special features of the BMW i High voltage system This BMW i is a hybrid vehicle In addition to the combustion engine the vehicle features a high voltage system that consists of an elec tric motor and a high voltage battery among other things Carbon body The vehicle consists of two different functional units the drive module made from aluminum and the life module made from carbon fiber re inforced plastic carbon BMW eDRIVE WAELE Ata glance 12 3 ch 26 5 Vehicle battery Electrical drive unit High voltage battery Fuel filler flap Combustion engine O 0O WN Charging port The concept The hybrid system makes it possible to opti mize fuel consumption and driving characteris tics An electric motor assists the combustion en gine In certain driving situations the vehicle can also be driven using only electric power thereby reducing fuel consumption In addition to this the electric motor acts like an alternator during braking and coasting it converts the vehicle s kinetic energy into elec tricity The current is stored in the high voltage battery and is used to drive the electric motor Functions Acceleration boost ASSIST and eBOOST Driving off and accelerating require a lot of en ergy To reduce fuel consumption during high acceleration and to optimize acceleration the electric motor suppor
199. ontact with water high volt age system 34 Control Display 18 Control Display settings 89 Controller 18 Control systems driving sta bility 109 Convenient opening with the remote control 42 Coolant 177 Coolant temperature 83 Cooling function 125 Cooling maximum 125 Cooling system 177 Corrosion on brake discs 141 Cosmetic mirror 131 Courtesy lamps during un locking 41 Courtesy lamps with the vehi cle locked 42 Cruise control 113 Cruising range 83 Current fuel consumption 87 D Damage tires 166 Data technical 194 Date 83 199 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 960 891 II 15 RGGI Everything from A to Z Daytime running lights 93 Deactivating drive readi ness 63 Defrosting refer to Windows defrosting 127 Dehumidifying air 125 Deleting personal data 24 Deletion of personal data 24 Departure times stationary climate control 128 Destination distance 88 Digital clock 83 Dimensions 194 Dimmable exterior mirrors 55 Dimmable interior rearview mirror 55 Direction indicator refer to Turn signals 67 Display in windshield 90 Display lighting refer to In strument lighting 95 Displays 75 Displays cleaning 190 Displays hybrid system 77 Disposal vehicle battery 182 Distance control refer to PDC 115 Distance to destination 88 Divided screen view split screen 23 Door lock 43 Door lock refer to Remote control 38 Drive off ass
200. oor Ensure that the floor mats are securely fas tened again after they were removed for clean Ing g lt Driving in wet conditions When roads are wet salted or in heavy rain press brake pedal ever so gently every few miles Ensure that this action does not endanger other traffic The heat generated in this process helps dry the brake discs and pads In this way braking efficiency will be available when you need it Hills Avoid stressing the brakes Avoid placing excessive stress on the brake system Light but consistent brake pres sure can lead to high temperatures brakes wearing out and possibly even brake failure Do not drive in neutral Do not drive in neutral in the ECO PRO driving program or with drive readiness switched off as doing so disables engine brak ing In addition steering and brake assist are unavailable with the engine stopped lt Drive long or steep downhill gradients in the gear that requires least braking efforts Other wise the brakes may overheat and reduce brake efficiency You can increase the engine s braking effect by shifting down going all the way to first gear if needed On downhill sections use energy recovery if possible to decelerate the vehicle Driving tips Brake disc corrosion Brake disc corrosion and contamination of the brake pads are favored by gt Low mileage gt Extended periods when the vehicle is not used at all gt Infrequ
201. options This chapter describes all standard country specific and optional features offered with the series It also describes features that are not necessarily available in your car e g due to the selected options or country versions This also applies to safety related functions and systems The respectively applicable country provisions must be observed when using the respective features and systems Universal Integrated Remote Control The concept The universal garage door opener can operate up to 3 functions of remote controlled sys tems such as garage door drives or lighting systems The universal garage door opener re places up to 3 different hand held transmitters To operate the remote control the buttons on the interior rearview mirror must be program med with the desired functions The hand held transmitter for the particular system is required in order to program the remote control During programming During programming and before activat ing a device using the universal garage door opener ensure that there are no people ani mals or objects in the area of the remote con trolled device otherwise there is a risk of in jury or damage Also follow the safety instructions of the hand held transmitter Before selling the vehicle delete the stored functions for the sake of security Compatibility If this symbol is printed on the packag a ing or in the instructions of the system to be controlle
202. or make an evasive ma neuver Pedestrian warning A If a collision with a person detected in AMN this way is imminent the symbol lights up and a signal sounds 80 Yellow lights Anti lock Braking System ABS Avoid abrupt braking if possible Brak ing force boost in some cases defec tive Stop carefully Take into account longer brake travel Have this checked by the service center immediately DSC Dynamic Stability Control Flashing DSC controls the drive and 2e braking forces The vehicle is stabi lized Reduce speed and adapt driving profile to the driving circumstances Illuminated DSC failed Have the system checked by the service center For additional information refer to Dynamic Stability Control DSC refer to page 109 DSC Dynamic Stability Control is deactivated or DTC Dynamic Traction Control is activated amp Dynamic Stability Control DSC is lt lt switched off or Dynamic Traction Con trol DTC is switched on For additional information refer to Dynamic Stability Control refer to page 109 and Dy namic Traction Control refer to page 110 Tire Pressure Monitor TPM 1 Reduce your speed and stop cautiously Avoid sudden braking and steering maneuvers Illuminated the Tire Pressure Monitor signals a loss of tire inflation pressure in a tire Flashing and then continuously illuminated no flat tire or loss of tire inflation pressure can be detected gt In
203. peed is maintained and stored as the desired speed This is displayed in the instrument cluster 114 When cruise control is maintained or stored DSC Dynamic Stability Control will be turned on if needed Changing the speed Press the rocker switch up or down repeatedly until the desired speed is set If active the displayed speed is stored and the vehicle reaches the stored speed when the road is clear gt Each time the rocker switch is pressed to the point of resistance the desired speed increases or decreases by approx 1 mph 1 km h gt Each time the rocker switch is pressed past the point of resistance the desired speed increases or decreases by a maxi mum of 5 mph 10 km h The maximum speed that can be set de pends on the vehicle gt Pressing the rocker switch to the resist ance point and holding it accelerates or de celerates the vehicle without requiring pressure on the accelerator pedal After the rocker switch is released the ve hicle maintains its final speed Pressing the switch beyond the resistance point causes the vehicle to accelerate more rapidly Resuming the desired speed RES Press button The stored speed is reached and maintained Displays in the instrument cluster Indicator lamp Depending on how the vehicle is equip A ped the indicator lamp in the instru ment cluster indicates whether the sys tem is switched on Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 960 891 I
204. puter button on the turn signal lever gt Some Check Control messages are dis played continuously and are not cleared until the malfunction is eliminated If sev eral malfunctions occur at once the mes sages are displayed consecutively These messages can be faded for approx 8 seconds After this time they are dis played again automatically gt Other Check Control messages are faded automatically after approx 20 seconds 82 They are stored and can be displayed again later Displaying stored Check Control messages On the Control Display Vehicle info Vehicle status A Check Control Select the text message w ea Messages after trip completion Special messages displayed while driving are displayed again after drive readiness is switched off Fuel gauge Vehicle tilt position may cause the display to vary Hints on refueling refer to page 158 Tachometer The tachometer is only available in the Sport program Always avoid engine speeds in the red warning field In this range the fuel supply is inter rupted to protect the engine Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 960 891 II 15 Engine oil temperature If the engine oil along with the engine becomes too hot a Check Control message is displayed Coolant temperature If the coolant along with the engine becomes too hot a Check Control message is displayed Check the coolant level refer to page 177 Odometer and trip odom
205. r Due to the high voltage present in the system there is a danger of fatal injuries if work is carried out improperly lt Irritation of the retina Never look directly into the headlights or their light sources for a lengthy period of time otherwise this could irritate your retinas lt Do not remove the covers Do not remove the covers and never stare into the unfiltered light for several hours otherwise irritation of the retina could result lt Changing wheels Hints When sealants are used an immediate wheel change when there is a loss of tire inflation pressure in the event of a flat tire is unneces Sary Which is why no spare tire is available The tools for changing wheels are available as accessories from your service center Jacking points for the vehicle jack The jacking points for the vehicle jack are lo cated at the positions shown Vehicle battery The vehicle battery has 12 volts The battery supplies the onboard electronics with energy Information about the high voltage system re fer to page 150 Maintenance The battery is maintenance free The added amount of acid is sufficient for the service life of the battery Further information about the battery can be obtained from your service center Battery replacement Use approved vehicle batteries only Only use vehicle batteries that have been approved for your vehicle by the manufacturer otherwise the vehicle could be da
206. r describes all standard country specific and optional features offered with the series It also describes features that are not necessarily available in your car e g due to the selected options or country versions This also applies to safety related functions and systems The respectively applicable country provisions must be observed when using the respective features and systems Car washes General information Regularly remove foreign objects e g leaves from the air outlet grills in the hood Wash your vehicle frequently particularly in winter Intense soiling and road salt can dam age the vehicle Hints Closing the charging port flap Close the charging port flap while wash ing the vehicle Otherwise the vehicle could be damaged lt Steam jets or high pressure washers When using steam jets or high pressure washers hold them a sufficient distance away and use a maximum temperature of 140 F 60 C Ensure that a distance of at least 31 5 in ches 80 cm from the charging port flap is maintained Holding them too close or using excessively high pressures or temperatures can cause damage or preliminary damage that may then lead to long term damage Follow the user s manual for the high pressure washer lt Cleaning sensors camera lenses with high pressure washers When using high pressure washers do not spray the sensors and camera lenses on the outside of the vehicle for long periods and maintai
207. rak ing force is used Premise for the brake boos ter is sufficiently quick and hard stepping on the brake pedal The system can assist with some braking intervention if there is risk of a collision At low speeds vehicles may thus come to a complete stop The braking intervention is executed only if DSC Dynamic Stability Control is switched on The braking intervention can be interrupted by stepping on the accelerator pedal or by ac tively moving the steering wheel Object detection can be restricted Limitations of the detection range and functional restric tions are to be considered System limits Detection range The system s detection potential is limited Thus a warning might not be issued or be is sued late E g the following situations may not be de tected gt Slow moving vehicles when you approach them at high speed gt Vehicles that suddenly swerve in front of you or sharply decelerating vehicles gt Vehicles with an unusual rear appearance Two wheeled vehicles ahead of you Functional limitations The system may not be fully functional in the following situations gt In heavy fog rain sprayed water or snow fall gt In tight curves gt If the driving stability control systems are deactivated e g DSC OFF gt If the field of view of the camera in the mir ror is dirty or obscured gt Upto 10 seconds after drive readiness is established gt During calibration of t
208. re straint systems To select mount and use child restraint sys tems observe the information provided by the system manufacturer otherwise the protec tive effect can be lost lt Ensuring the stability of the child seat When installing child restraint systems make sure that the child seat is securely fas tened to the backrest of the seat Angle and headrest of the backrest might need to be ad justed or possibly be removed Make sure that all backrests are securely locked Otherwise the stability of the child seat can be affected and there is an increased risk of injury because 57 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 960 891 II 15 Controls Transporting children safely of unexpected movement of the seat back rest lt On the front passenger seat Deactivating airbags Deactivating the front seat passenger airbags If a child restraint system is used in the front passenger seat deactivate the front seat pas senger airbags otherwise there is an in creased risk of injury to the child when the air bags are activated even with a child restraint system lt After installing a child restraint system in the front passenger seat make sure that the front knee and side airbags on the front passenger side are deactivated Deactivate the front seat passenger airbags automatically refer to page 98 Seat position and height Before installing a child restraint system move the front passenger seat as
209. red under controlled conditions on specified government test surfaces of asphalt and concrete A tire marked C may have poor traction performance The traction grade assigned to this tire is based on straight ahead braking traction tests and does not include acceleration cornering hydroplaning or peak traction characteristics Temperature The temperature grades are A the highest B and C representing the tire s resistance to the generation of heat and its ability to dissipate heat when tested under controlled conditions on a specified indoor laboratory test wheel Sustained high temperature can cause the ma terial of the tire to degenerate and reduce tire life and excessive temperature can lead to sudden tire failure The grade C corresponds to a level of performance which all passenger car tires must meet under the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No 109 Grades Band 165 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 960 891 II 15 Mobility Wheels and tires A represent higher levels of performance on the laboratory test wheel than the minimum re quired by law Temperature grade for this tire The temperature grade for this tire is es tablished for a tire that is properly inflated and not overloaded Excessive speed underinfla tion or excessive loading either separately or in combination can cause heat buildup and possible tire failure If necessary have the vehicle towed lt M S Winter and all season
210. refer to High beam Assistant 94 M Maintaining charging state 64 Maintenance 178 Maintenance require ments 178 Maintenance service require ments 84 Maintenance system BMW 178 Make up mirror 131 Malfunction displays see Check Control 79 Manual air distribution 126 Manual air flow 126 Manual mode transmis sion 72 Manual operation door lock 43 Manual operation exterior mirrors 54 Manual operation fuel filler flap 159 Manual operation Park Dis tance Control PDC 116 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 960 891 II 15 Everything from AtoZ BGG Manual operation rearview camera 118 Manual operation Top View 121 Marking on approved tires 167 Master key refer to Remote control 38 Max eDRIVE electric driv ing 64 Maximum cooling 125 Maximum speed display 85 Maximum speed winter tires 168 Measure units of 90 Medical kit 184 Menu EfficientDynamics 146 Menu in instrument clus ter 86 Menus operating iDrive 18 Menus refer to iDrive operat ing concept 19 Messages see Check Con trol 79 Microfilter 127 Minimum tread tires 166 Mirrors 54 Mobile communication devi ces in the vehicle 140 Mobility System 168 Modifications technical refer to Safety 7 Moisture in headlight 180 Monitor refer to Control Dis play 18 Mounting of child restraint systems 57 Multifunction steering wheel buttons 14 Multimedia 6 N Navigation 6
211. ribes all models and all standard country specific and optional Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 960 891 II 15 equipment that is offered in the model series Therefore in this Owner s Manual we also de scribe and illustrate features that are not avail able in your vehicle e g because of the se lected optional features or the country specific version This also applies to safety related functions and systems The respectively applicable country provisions must be observed when using the respective features and systems On right hand drive vehicles some controls are arranged differently from what is shown in the illustrations Status of the Owner s Manual Basic information The manufacturer of your vehicle pursues a policy of constant development that is con ceived to ensure that our vehicles continue to embody the highest quality and safety stan dards In rare cases therefore the features de scribed in this Owner s Manual may differ from those in your vehicle Updates made after the editorial deadline Any updates made after the editorial deadline can be found in the appendix of the printed Owner s Handbook for Vehicle For your own safety Warranty Your vehicle is technically configured for the operating conditions and registration require ments applying in the country of first delivery homologation If your vehicle is to be operated in a different country it might be necessary to adapt your
212. roperly there is the risk of fire and fatal injury from electrocution due to the high voltage system s high voltage BMW recommends to have modifications and work on the vehicle only be carried out by an authorized BMW i service center or one that operates according to BMW i specifications with personnel trained accordingly lt Your vehicle s high voltage system is a self contained system Safety is ensured as long as no work is performed on technical components or on the chassis High voltage system contact with water The high voltage system is typically safe even in the following example situations gt Water in the footwell for instance after a rainstorm when sunroof was kept open gt Vehicle is in water but only up to the al lowed height 34 gt Liquid escapes in the trunk In these cases there is no risk of injury from electrocution Other damage to the vehicle is possible High voltage system automatic deactivation If an accident occurs the high voltage system is switched off automatically to prevent risk of danger to occupants and other traffic Read the information on What to do after an accident refer to page 186 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 960 891 II 15 Safety of the high voltage system Ataglance a glance 35 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 960 891 II 15 Controls This chapter is intended to provide you with information that will give you complete contro
213. round the ve hicle with your own eyes Otherwise an acci dent could result from road users or objects that are not lidtured by the camera Ata glance Button in the vehicle f Rearview camera Camera The camera lens is located between the li cense plate lights The image quality may be impaired by dirt Clean the camera lens refer to page 190 Switching on off Switching on automatically Engage selector lever position R with the en gine running or drive readiness switched on 118 Automatic deactivation during forward travel The system switches off when a certain driving distance or speed is exceeded Switch the system back on if needed Switching on off manually i Press button gt On the LED lights up gt Off the LED goes out The PDC is shown on the Control Display The rearview camera image is displayed when the reverse gear is engaged by pressing the button Switching the view via iDrive With PDC activated or Top View switched on eR Rear view camera The rearview camera image is displayed Display on the Control Display Functional requirement gt The rearview camera is switched on gt The trunk lid is fully closed Activating assistance functions More than one assistance function can be ac tive at the same time gt Parking aid lines Parking aid lines Lanes and turning radius are indicated gt Obstacle marking Pa Obstacle marking Spatially shaped marking
214. rsions This also applies to safety related functions and systems The respectively applicable country provisions must be observed when using the respective features and systems Fuel recommendation Note General fuel quality Even fuels that conform to the specifica tions can be of low quality This may cause en gine problems for instance poor engine start up behavior poor handling and or poor performance Switch gas stations or use a brand name fuel with a higher octane rating Gasoline For the best fuel efficiency the gasoline should be sulfur free or very low in sulfur con tent Fuels that are marked on the gas pump as con taining metal must not be used Refuel only with unleaded gasoline with out metallic additives Do not refuel with any leaded gasoline or gaso line with metallic additives e g manganese or iron as this can cause permanent damage to the catalytic converter and other compo nents lt Fuels with a maximum ethanol content of 25 i e E10 or E25 may be used for refuel ing Ethanol should satisfy the following quality standards US ASTM 4806 xx CAN CGSB 3 511 xx xx comply with the current standard in each case Do not use a fuel with a higher percent age of ethanol Do not use a fuel with a higher ethanol per centage than recommended or one with other types of alcohol e g M5 to M100 otherwise this could damage the engine and fuel supply system lt Recommende
215. rview i Activating Max eDRIVE rT J Press button gt LED lights up max eDRIVE is activated gt LED goes out max eDRIVE is deactivated Acoustic pedestrian protection Depending on the country specific version the system generates a continuous driving noise during electric driving up to approx 20 mph 30 km h A speaker system broadcasts the noise to the surroundings As aresult other traffic participants e g pe destrians or cyclists can better perceive the vehicle Switching on off Depending on the country specific version the system is automatically active after every driv ing off or the system can be set on the Control Display 1 Settings 2 Pedestr Protection 3 Activate Driving with the combustion engine POWER Depending on the operating state the com bustion engine is automatically switched on gt Selector lever position Sport is set gt Speed for electric driving is exceeded gt The high voltage battery has an insuffi cient charge gt High voltage battery is completely charged e g when driving downhill gt For improved traction e g on slippery roads gt During intense accelerations or on inclines System related requirement for hybrid components gt Adapting to the course of the road when destination guidance is activated When reducing speed the combustion engine is switched off when the conditions for electric driving refer to page 64 are
216. rview camera image is displayed To switch to the Top View cy Rear view camera Automatic deactivation during forward travel The system switches off when a certain driving distance or speed is exceeded Switch the system back on if needed Switching on off manually Press button PY gt On the LED lights up gt Off the LED goes out Top View is displayed The rearview camera image is displayed when the reverse gear is engaged by pressing the button The lenses of the Top View cameras are lo Display cated at the bottom of the exterior mirror hous ings The image quality may be impaired by Display on the Control Display ou The area surrounding the vehicle can be dis Clean the camera lenses refer to page 190 played on the Control Display The display appears as soon as Top View is Functional requirements activated Top View can be used only to a limited extent When the image of the rearview camera is dis in the following situations played it is possible to reel to top view gt With a door open cy Rear view camera gt With the trunk lid open gt With an exterior mirror folded in erigniness With Top View switched on gt In poor light The unavailable camera range is depicted by 1 Select the symbol shading 2 Turn the controller until the desired setting is reached and press the controller Switching on off Contrast Switching on automatically With Top View switched on hs
217. s Vehicle identification formation about motor vehicle safety from number http www safercar gov For Canadian customers Canadian customers who wish to report a safety related defect to Transport Canada De fect Investigations and Recalls may call the toll free hotline 1 800 333 0510 You can also obtain other information about motor vehicle safety from http Awww tc gc ca roadsafety The vehicle identification number can be found under a cover under the front passenger seat The vehicle identification number can also be found behind the windshield Reporting safety defects For US customers The following only applies to vehicles owned and operated in the US If you believe that your vehicle has a defect which could cause a crash or could cause in jury or death you should immediately inform the National Highway Traffic Safety Adminis tration NHTSA in addition to notifying BMW of North America LLC P O Box 1227 West wood New Jersey 07675 1227 Telephone 1 800 831 1117 If NHTSA receives similar complaints it may open an investigation and if it finds that a safety defect exists in a group of vehicles it may order a recall and remedy campaign However NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you your dealer or BMW of North America LLC To contact NHTSA you may call the Vehicle Safety Hotline toll free at 1 888 327 4236 TTY 1 800 424 9153 go to http www safercar gov or wri
218. s refer to First aid kit 184 Battery 12 volt 181 Battery replacement vehicle battery 181 Battery replacement vehicle remote control 39 Battery state indicator 77 Battery vehicle 181 Belts safety belts 53 BMW Assist 6 BMW eDRIVE 31 BMW Homepage 6 BMW i Driver s Guide App 6 BMW Internet page 6 BMW maintenance sys tem 178 Body work see Working on the vehicle 34 Brake assistant 109 Brake discs break in 138 Brake force display 108 Brake lights adaptive 108 Brake lights brake force dis play 108 Brake pads break in 138 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 960 891 II 15 Everything from AtoZ WOGA Braking hints 140 Breakdown assistance 183 Break in 138 Brightness of Control Dis play 90 Bulb replacement 180 Bulbs and lamps 180 Button Start Stop 61 Bypassing refer to Jump starting 184 C California Proposition 65 Warning 8 Camera lenses care 190 Camera rearview cam era 118 Camera Side View 122 Camera Top View 121 Car battery 181 Car care products 188 Care displays 190 Care vehicle 188 Cargo 142 Cargo area 132 Cargo cover 132 Car key refer to Remote con trol 38 Carpet care 189 Car wash 187 Catalytic converter refer to Hot exhaust system 140 CBS Condition Based Serv ice 178 Center armrest 134 Center console 16 Central locking system 44 Central screen refer to Con trol Display 18 Changes technical
219. s 95 Interior lights during unlock ing 41 Interior lights with the vehicle locked 42 Interior motion sensor 48 Interior rearview mirror auto matic dimming feature 55 Interior rearview mirror man ually dimmable 55 Internet page 6 Interval display service re quirements 84 Interval mode 69 202 J Jacking points for the vehicle jack 181 Joystick Steptronic Sport transmission 71 Jump starting 184 Jump starting refer to Backup charging 156 K Key remote control 38 Keyless Go refer to Comfort Access 45 Key Memory refer to Per sonal Profile 39 Kickdown Steptronic Sport transmission 71 Knee airbag 97 L Lamp replacement see Bulb replacement 180 Language on Control Dis play 90 LATCH child restraint sys tem 58 Launch Control 73 Leather care 188 LED in the driver s door 41 LEDs light emitting di odes 180 Length vehicle 194 Letters and numbers enter ing 24 Level 1 Charging 155 Level 1 charging cable 152 Level 2 charging cable 152 Light alloy wheels care 189 Light emitting diodes LEDs 180 Lighting 92 Lights 92 Light switch 92 Load 143 Loading 142 Lock door 43 Locking unlocking via door lock 43 Locking unlocking with re mote control 41 Locking automatic 47 Locking settings 46 Locking via tailgate 45 Longer idle phases 190 Long idle times and long term vehicle storage 190 Long term vehicle stor age 190 Low beams 92 Low beams automatic
220. s Manual Changing between a function and the Owner s Manual To reel from a function e g radio to the Owner s Manual on the Control Display and to alternate between the two displays jOPTION Press button or move the controller to the right repeatedly until the Options menu is displayed 2 Display Owner s Manual 3 Select the desired page in the Owner s Manual 4 Press button again to return to last displayed function 5 B Press button to return to the page of the Owner s Manual displayed last To alternate permanently between the last dis played function and the Owner s Manual re peat steps 4 amp 5 Opens a new display every time 30 Programmable memory buttons General information The Owner s Manual can be stored on the pro grammable memory buttons and called up di rectly Storing 1 Owner s Manual Select via the iDrive 2 g i Press selected button for more than 2 seconds Executing Press button The Owner s Manual is displayed im mediately Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 960 891 II 15 BMW eDRIVE Vehicle features and options This chapter describes all standard country specific and optional features offered with the series It also describes features that are not necessarily available in your car e g due to the selected options or country versions This also applies to safety related functions and systems The respectively applicable country provisi
221. s active otherwise it may pose a risk lt Awareness of vehicle reduced when driven in electric mode When driving in electric mode note that due to the lack of engine noise pedestrians and other traffic might pay less attention to the vehicle due to missing engine noises Please take spe cial care when parking or leaving a parking space lt Display on the Start Stop button General information Drive readiness is also displayed through light indicators on the Start Stop button Lighting pulses orange gt After unlocking and opening the door gt After switching off drive readiness When the brake pedal is depressed the light ing becomes more intense Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 960 891 II 15 Driving Controls Lighting lights up steady blue After drive readiness is switched on light turns blue The vehicle is ready to drive The READY indicator lights up in the instrument cluster In addition a signal sounds Lighting off Drive readiness operating readiness and radio ready state are turned off The vehicle is in the idle state The charging cable may be connected Activating drive readiness 1 Close the driver s door 2 Depress the brake pedal 3 Press the Start Stop button Drive readiness is active electric driving Silent Start or Start of the combustion engine Electric drive readiness Silent Start The vehicle is ready for driving without starting the combustion engine
222. s are turned off gt The LED goes out Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 960 891 II 15 Safety Controls Front end collision warning with City Braking function The concept The ystem can help prevent accidents If an accident cannot be prevented the system will help reduce the collision speed The system sounds a warning before an immi nent collision and actuates brakes independ ently if needed The automatic braking intervention is done with limited force and duration A camera in the area of the rearview mirror controls the system The front end collision warning is available even if cruise control has been deactivated With the vehicle approaching another vehicle intentionally the collision warning is delayed avoiding false alarm General information The system warns at two levels of an imminent danger of collision at speeds from approx 3 mph 5 km h Time of warnings may vary with the current driving situation Appropriate braking kicks in at speeds of up to 35 mph 60 km h Detection range It responds to objects if they are detected by the system Hints Personal responsibility The system does not serve as a substi tute for the driver s personal judgment of the traffic situation Be aware of the traffic situation and the vehi cle s surroundings at all times otherwise acci dents are still possible despite all warnings lt Adapting your speed and driving style The displ
223. s are displayed Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 960 891 II 15 Pathway lines can be superimposed onthe Obstacles behind the vehicle are detected by image of the rearview camera the PDC sensors and when respectively They help you to estimate how much equipped detected by the rearview camera space is needed when parking and maneu Obstacle markings can be faded into the image vering on level pavement of the rearview camera They are dependent on the current steer Their colored margins match the markings of ing angle and are continuously adjusted to the PDC This simplifies estimation of the dis the steering wheel movements tance to the object shown Parking using pathway and turning 1 Position the vehicle so that the turning ra dius lines lead to within the limits of the parking space Turning circle lines can only be superim posed on the rearview camera image to gether with pathway lines They show the course of the smallest pos sible turning radius on a level road Only one turning radius line is displayed af ter the steering wheel is turned past a cer tain angle 119 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 960 891 II 15 Controls Drivi ving comfort 2 Turn the steering wheel to the point where the pathway line covers the corresponding turning radius line Display settings With the rearview camera switched on 1 0 Select the symbol 2 Turn th
224. s mm 110 2 2 800 ft m 40 4 12 3 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 960 891 II 15 Weights BMW i8 Approved gross vehicle weight Load Approved front axle load Approved rear axle load Cargo area capacity Capacities Fuel tank approx los kg los kg los kg los kg cu ft l US gall liters 11 1 42 Technical data Reference 4 090 1 855 620 281 1 975 896 2 195 996 4 71154 195 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 960 891 II 15 Reference _ Appendix Appendix Any updates to the Owner s Handbook for Ve hicle are listed here 196 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 960 891 II 15 Appendix Reference 197 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 960 891 II 15 RGGI Everything from A to Z Everything from A to Z Index A ABS Antilock Brake Sys tem 109 Acceleration Assistant refer to Launch Control 73 Accessories and parts 7 Acoustic pedestrian protec tion 65 AC quick charging cable see Level 2 charging cable 152 Activated charcoal filter 127 Activate drive readiness 63 Adapting to the course of the road hybrid system 79 Adaptive brake lights refer to Brake force display 108 Additives oil 175 Adjustments seats head re straints 51 Adjustments steering wheel 56 Advance climate control refer to Stationary climate con trol 127 After washing vehicle 188 Airbags 96 Airbags indicator warning light 97 Air circulation refer
225. s only for the up per retaining strap to secure child restraint systems otherwise the mounting eyes could be damaged 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 system in the event of an accident mi Direction of travel Upper retaining strap Head restraint Rear window shelf Mounting point eye O 0O WAN Hook for upper retaining strap 59 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 960 891 II 15 Controls Transporting children safely Attaching the upper retaining strap to the mounting point 1 Lift the cover over the mounting point 2 Guide the upper retaining strap over the head restraint 3 Attach the hook of the retaining strap to the mounting eye 4 Tighten the retaining strap by pulling it down 60 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 960 891 II 15 Driving Controls Driving Vehicle features and options This chapter describes all standard country specific and optional features offered with the series It also describes features that are not necessarily available in your car e g due to the selected options or country versions This also applies to safety related functions and systems The respectively applicable country provisions must be observed when using the respective features and systems
226. safely The ideal seating position can make a vital contribution to relaxed fatigue free driving The seating position plays an important role in an accident in combination with gt Safety belts refer to page 53 gt Head restraints refer to page 54 gt Airbags refer to page 96 Seats Hints Do not adjust the seat while driving Do not adjust the driver s seat while driv ing or the seat could respond with unexpected movement and the ensuing loss of vehicle control could lead to an accident lt Do not incline the backrest too far to the rear Do not incline the backrest too far to the rear while driving or there is a risk of slipping under the safety belt in the event of an accident This would eliminate the protection normally pro vided by the belt Keep the movement area unobstructed When changing the seat position keep the seat s area of movement unobstructed otherwise people might get injured or objects damaged lt Rear seating positions The vehicle is designed as a 2 2 seater The utility of the rear seats is limited In order to keep the risk of an injury during a collision or an accident as small as possible the top edge of the backrest should be at least just above eye height Electrically adjustable seats At a glance 1 Backrest tilt 2 Forward backward height seat tilt Adjustments in detail 1 Forward back Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 960 891
227. same radio frequency after leav ing the area of the interference the system automatically becomes active again Declaration according to NHTSA FMVSS 138 Tire Pressure Monitoring System Each tire including the spare if provided should be checked monthly when cold and in flated to the inflation pressure recommended by the vehicle manufacturer on the vehicle placard or tire inflation pressure label If your vehicle has tires of a different size than the size indicated on the vehicle placard or tire inflation pressure label you should determine the proper tire inflation pressure for those tires As an added safety feature your vehicle has been equipped with a tire pressure monitoring system TPMS that illuminates a low tire pres sure telltale when one or more of your tires is significantly under inflated Accordingly when the low tire pressure telltale illuminates you should stop and check your tires as soon as possible and inflate them to the proper pres sure Driving on a significantly under inflated tire causes the tire to overheat and can lead to tire failure Under inflation also reduces fuel ef ficiency and tire tread life and may affect the vehicle s handling and stopping ability Please note that the TPMS is not a substitute for proper tire maintenance and it is the driver s responsibility to maintain correct tire pressure even if under inflation has not reached the level to trigger illumination of the TPMS low
228. situation around the ve hicle on blind driveways and intersections with your own eyes Otherwise an accident could result from road users or objects located out side the picture areas of the Side View cam eras lt At a glance Button in the vehicle M O Side View Cameras Front camera Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 960 891 II 15 Driving comfort Controls Rear camera Two cameras are used for the detection The image quality may be impaired by dirt Clean the camera lenses refer to page 190 Switching on off Switching on off manually oo Press button Depending on the transmission position the picture of the front or rear camera is displayed Switching off automatically By switching into a different function or when changing gears Front Side View when a certain driving dis tance or speed is exceeded Display General information The traffic area in front of or behind the vehicle is displayed on the Control Display Brightness With the Side View switched on 1 Select the symbol 2 Turn the controller until the desired setting is reached and press the controller Contrast With the Side View switched on 1 Select the symbol 2 Turn the controller until the desired setting is reached and press the controller Warning of crossing traffic The concept When an object approaching from the side is detected by the front or rear camera this is de picted by
229. t Planning of up to three regular departure times per day of the week If drive readiness is switched off changes can be made on the Control Display Departure time can only be changed once Scheduled de parture times are not adjusted Settings for cli mate control and charging operation are also applied for scheduled departure times Climate control at departure time 1 Settings 2 Departure time 3 Precond for departure Setting departure time 1 Settings 2 Departure time 3 Departure 1 156 4 Set the day of the week if needed Turn the controller until the desired day of the week is set and press the controller To select other days of the week repeat the operation 5 Set the time Turn the controller until the desired time is set and press the controller Up to three departure times can be set Activating the departure time 1 Settings 2 Departure time Set departure times are displayed 3 E g Activate depart time 1 Up to three departure times can be activated The set departure time will be deactivated if the departure time was ignored three times in a row Climate control General information The following settings for climate control of the vehicle are possible gt Activate stationary climate control immedi ately refer to page 127 With stationary climate control activated and no charging cable connected the range is reduced gt Planned climate control
230. t 94 High voltage battery charg ing state indicator 77 High voltage battery dis charge 139 High voltage system auto matic deactivation 34 High voltage system contact with water 34 High voltage system safety 34 Hills 141 Hill start assistant refer to Drive off assistant 112 Hints 6 Homepage 6 Hood 44 Horn 14 Hot exhaust system 140 HUD Head up Display 90 Hybrid system adapting to the course of the road 79 Hybrid system displays 77 Hydroplaning 140 Ice warning see External temperature warning 83 Icy roads see External tem perature warning 83 Identification marks tires 164 201 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 960 891 II 15 RGGI Everything from A to Z Identification number see ve hicle identification num ber 10 iDrive 18 Ignition key refer to Remote control 38 Increase range 144 Indication of a flat tire 100 Indicator and alarm lamps see Check Control 79 Indicator lamp see Check Control 79 Individual air distribution 126 Individual settings refer to Personal Profile 39 Inflation pressure tires 163 Info display refer to On Board computer 87 Initialize Tire Pressure Moni tor TPM 100 Instrument cluster 75 Instrument lighting 95 Integrated key 38 Integrated Owner s Manual in the vehicle 29 Intelligent Emergency Re quest 183 Intelligent Safety 102 Intensity AUTO pro gram 126 Interior equipment 129 Interior light
231. t also describes features that are not necessarily available in your car e g due to the selected options or country versions This also applies to safety related functions and systems The respectively applicable country provisions must be observed when using the respective features and systems The concept gt Most functions displayed on the Control Display can be operated by voice com mands via the voice activation system The system supports you with announcements during input gt Functions that can only be used when the vehicle is stationary cannot be used via the voice activation system gt The system uses a special microphone on the driver s side gt Verbal instructions in the Owner s Manual to use with the voice activation system Requirements Via the Control Display set a language that is also supported by the voice activation system so that the sooken commands can be identi fied Set the language refer to page 90 26 Using voice activation Activating the voice activation system iP x Press button on the steering wheel 2 Wait for the signal 3 Say the command A command that is recognized by the voice activation system is announced and dis played in the instrument cluster wt This symbol in the instrument cluster indi cates that the voice activation system is active If no other commands are available use func tion via iDrive Terminating the voice activatio
232. t cluster can differ from the illustration shown Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 960 891 II 15 Displays Controls Activating a list and adjusting the Information at a glance setting Repeatedly pressing the button on the turn signal lever calls up the following information in the info display gt Kilometers Average consumption fuel Average consumption fuel Average consumption electric Current consumption electric Average speed Date Time of arrival On the right side of the steering wheel turn the thumbwheel to activate the corresponding list VV VV VV VO OV Using the thumbwheel select the desired set Distance to destination ting and confirm it by pushing the thumbwheel oo Adjusting displays for computer You can select what information from the com On board computer puter is to be displayed in the instrument clus ter Display in the instrument cluster aN OnE pia The information from the computer is shownin 1 Settings the lower left area of the instrument cluster 2 Instrument cluster 3 Select the desired displays Calling up information on the info display Information in detail Total range The total range considers the a eet nme Capacity of the fuel tank as well as the electric energy in the high voltage battery Average fuel consumption Press the onboard computer button on the The average fuel consumption is calculated on turn signal lever the basis of
233. t con tainer of the Mobility System as soon as possi ble 3 Attach the connection hose directly to the compressor Snow chains Fine link snow chains Only certain types of fine link snow chains have been tested by the manufacturer of the vehicle classified as road safe and approved Information about the approved snow chains are available from the service center Use Use only in pairs on the rear wheels equipped with the tires of the following size gt 215 45 R 20 Follow the snow chain manufacturer s instruc tions 171 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 960 891 II 15 Mobility Wheels and tires Make sure that the snow chains are always sufficiently tight Retighten as needed accord ing to the chain manufacturer s instructions Do not initialize the Tire Pressure Monitor after mounting snow chains as doing so may result in incorrect readings When driving with snow chains activate the Sport program with the selector lever This en sures that the rear wheels are being powered When driving with snow chains briefly activate Dynamic Traction Control if needed Maximum speed with snow chains Do not exceed a speed of 30 mph 50 km h when using snow chains 172 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 960 891 II 15 Engine oil Mobility Engine oll Vehicle features and options This chapter describes all standard country specific and optional features offered with the series It als
234. t on safety Chemical cleaning Do not clean chemically this can destroy the webbing lt Use only a mild soapy solution with the safety belts clipped into their buckles Do not allow the reels to retract the safety belts until they are dry Carpets and floor mats No objects in the area around the pedals Keep floor mats carpets and any other objects out of the pedal area otherwise the function of the pedals could be impeded while driving and create the risk of an accident 189 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 960 891 II 15 Mobility Care Do not place additional floor mats over existing mats or other objects Only use floor mats that have been approved for the vehicle and can be properly attached to floor Ensure that the floor mats are securely fas tened again after they were removed for clean ing g lt Floor mats can be removed from the car s inte rior for cleaning If the floor carpets are very dirty clean with a microfiber cloth and water or a textile cleaner To prevent matting of the carpet rub back and forth in the direction of travel only Sensor camera lenses To clean sensors and camera lenses use a cloth moistened with a small amount of glass detergent Displays monitors Cleaning displays and screens Do not use any chemical or household cleaning agents otherwise surfaces can be af fected Keeping out moisture Keep all fluids and moisture away from the unit
235. te Immediately notify rescue forces police or firefighters of the fact that your vehicle is equipped with a high voltage system gt Engage selector lever position P apply the parking brake and reel off the ignition or deactivate drive readiness Lock the vehicle after exiting gt Do not inhale any gases esliding from the high voltage battery if needed maintain a Press on the mark on the edge of the cover to safe distance from the vehicle push it out Tow starting Steptronic transmission Do not tow start the vehicle Tow starting the engine is not possible due to the Steptronic transmission Have the cause of the starting problems fixed What to do after an accident Hints After an accident After an accident do not touch any high voltage components such as orange colored high voltage cables or parts that are in contact with exposed high voltage cables Otherwise there is the risk of fatal injury from electrocu tion due to the system s high voltage Esliding fluids Do not touch any fluids esliding from the high voltage battery or the skin can sustain chemical burns General information If you are involved in an accident with your ve hicle compliance with the following additional safety precautions is required with regard to the high voltage system 186 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 960 891 II 15 Care Mobility Care Vehicle features and options This chapte
236. te to Administrator NHTSA 400 Seventh Street SW Washing ton DC 20590 You can also obtain other in 10 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 960 891 II 15 Notes Pe 11 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 960 891 II 15 a a Vall a Vs i EEREN This chapter describes all standard country specific and optional features offered with the series It also describes features that are not necessarily available in your car e g due to the selected options or country versions This also applies to safety related functions and systems The respectively applicable country provisions must be observed when using the respective features and systems 1 Open the tailgate 44 2 Power windows 3 Exterior mirror operation 54 4 Open fuel filler flap Tank vent 5 Lock unlock vehicle 44 6 Opening the door 7 Lights 14 Parking lights 9 Low beams Automatic headlight con trol 92 WA WY YS OU Daytime running lights High beam Assistant 94 Instrument lighting 3 8 Left steering column stalk Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 960 891 II 15 Cockpit Ataglance a glance Turn signal 67 12 Steering wheel buttons right Entertainment source High beams head ight flasher 67 ae Vv Volume I 8 High beam Assistant 94 TM G Voice activation 26 Wt p Roadside parking lights 93 Telephone BC On board computer 87 Thumbwheel for selection lists 86
237. tem then recirculates the air currently within the vehicle SR Press button repeatedly to select an operating mode 125 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 960 891 II 15 Controls Climate control gt LEDs off outside air flows in continuously gt Left LED on automatic recirculated air control a sensor detects pollutants in the outside air and shuts off automatically gt Right LED on recirculated air mode the supply of outside air into the vehicle is per manently blocked Recirculated air mode switches off automati cally at low external temperatures after a cer tain amount of time in order to avoid window fogging To prevent window fogging recirculated air mode switches off automatically after a certain amount of time depending on the environ mental conditions If the windows are fogged over switch off the recirculated air mode and press the AUTO button to utilize the condensation sensor Make sure that air can flow to the windshield Sufficient ventilation When remaining in the vehicle for an ex tended period of time ensure sufficient exter nal ventilation Do not continuously use recir culated air mode otherwise the air quality in the interior continuously deteriorates and win dow condensation increases lt AUTO program AUTO Press button Air flow air distribution and tempera ture are controlled automatically Depending on the selected temperature AUTO intensity program and
238. ter display 85 Speed Limit Information 85 Speed warning 88 Split screen 23 Sport program transmis sion 72 Stability control systems 109 Standard charging cable see Level 1 charging cable 152 Standard charging see Level 1 Charging 155 Standing air conditioning re mote control 47 Start Stop button 61 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 960 891 II 15 Everything from AtoZ WOGA Start function during malfunc tion 39 Starting the combustion en gine 63 Stationary climate con trol 127 Status control display tires 100 Status information iDrive 22 Status of Owner s Manual 7 Steering wheel adjusting 56 Steptronic Sport transmis sion 70 Storage compartments 134 Storage compartments loca tions 134 Storage tires 168 Storing the vehicle 190 Suitable engine oils 175 Summer tires tread 166 Sun visor 131 Supplementary text mes sage 82 Surround View 117 Switch for Dynamic Driv ing 111 Switch refer to Cockpit 14 Symbols 6 Symbols in the status field 22 SYNC program automatic cli mate control 125 Tachometer 82 Tailgate closing 45 Tailgate emergency unlock ing 45 Tailgate opening 44 Tailgate via remote con trol 42 Tail lamps see Bulb replace ment 180 Tank unlocking refer to Tank vent 158 Tank vent 158 Technical changes refer to Safety 7 Technical data 194 Telephone 6 Temperature automatic cli mate control 125 Temperature displa
239. terference through systems or devices with the same radio frequency after leav Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 960 891 II 15 Displays Controls ing the area of the interference the system automatically becomes active again gt TPM could not conclude the reset perform the reset of the system again gt A wheel without TPM electronics is fitted have the service center check it if needed gt Malfunction have the system checked by your service center For more information see Tire Pressure Moni tor refer to page 99 Steering system Steering system in some cases defec tive Have the steering system checked by the service center Engine functions Have the vehicle checked by the serv ice center For additional information refer to On board Diagnostics socket refer to page 179 Acoustic pedestrian protection inactive a OFF Acoustic pedestrian protection possi bly defective Have the system checked by the serv ice center Green lights Turn signal Turn signal on Unusually rapid flashing of the indicator lamp indicates that a turn signal bulb has failed For additional information refer to Turn signal refer to page 67 Parking lights headlight control Parking lights or headlights are acti vated For additional information refer to Parking lights low beams headlight control re fer to page 92 High beam Assistant A High beam Assistant is switched on
240. the charging cable At a charging station insert the perma nently installed charging cable in the place provided for it Manual release The charging cable may be locked during the charging process if the vehicle is locked Manual unlocking of the charging cable In case of an electrical malfunction the charg ing cable can be manually unlocked When charging at a charging station complete the charging process at the charging station before unlocking the charging cable 1 Open door on the side of the charging port flap 2 Open cover arrow 1 E ua 3 Grasp the charging cable at the gripping areas 4 Remove charging cable Charging operation Hints Following safety instructions of the power mains connection During the charging process heed the safety instructions of the respective power mains connection Otherwise there could be a risk of personal injury or property damage from high voltage e g from electrocution or fire Using a Level 1 charging cable at other household sockets Before charging at other household sockets adapt the charging current strength to the mains Otherwise there is a risk of fire e g from overheating of the household socket or overloading of the power mains lt Starting charging process 1 Engage selector lever position P Set the parking brake if needed 2 Planning charging process refer to page 154 3 Switch off drive readiness 153 Online
241. tional symbols Symbol Meaning ral Spoken instructions are turned off Check the current vehicle position Split screen General information Additional information can be displayed on the right side of the split screen e g information from the on board comupter In the divided screen view the so called split screen this information remains visible even when you change to another menu Switching the split screen on and off On the Control Display Press button 2 Split screen Selecting the display On the Control Display Press button 2 Split screen 3 Move the controller until the split screen is selected 4 Press the controller or select Split screen content 5 Select the desired menu item Split screen content LY Split screen Arrow display Map facing north Map direction of travel Map perspective view Turn list v Position Programmable memory buttons General information The iDrive functions can be stored on the pro grammable memory buttons and called up di rectly e g radio stations navigation destina tions phone numbers and menu entries Settings are stored for the profile currently in use Saving a function 1 Highlight the function via the iDrive T A Zi a Press and hold the desired button until a signal sounds Running a function M P n 8 ress butto sm The function will work immediately This means e g that the number is dialed when
242. to the USB interface 132 gt Do not connect devices such as fans or lights to the USB interface gt Do not connect USB hard drives Do not use the USB interface for recharg ing external devices At a glance The socket is located between the front seats Cargo area Cargo cover General information The cargo cover is located under the tailgate The cover can be folded forward or removed to load bulky luggage Note Do not deposit any objects on the cargo cover Do not deposit any objects on the cargo cover Otherwise this could damage the cargo cover or the cargo partition Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 960 891 II 15 Interior equipment Controls Removing Raise the cover arrow 1 and pull it back to re move arrow 2 Installing Place the cover in the brackets and fold it down 133 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 960 891 II 15 Controls Storage compartments Storage compartments Vehicle features and options This chapter describes all standard country specific and optional features offered with the series It also describes features that are not necessarily available in your car e g due to the selected options or country versions This also applies to safety related functions and systems The respectively applicable country provisions must be observed when using the respective features and systems Hints No loose objects in the car s interior Do not
243. tomatic mode the transmission temporarily switches to manual mode In the manual mode if there has been no ac celeration or shifting of the shift paddles within a certain amount of time the transmission switches back to automatic mode Displays in the instrument cluster The selector lever position is dis played e g P Electronic unlocking of the transmission lock General information Electronically unlock the transmission lock to maneuver vehicle from the danger area Engaging selector lever position N 1 Depress the brake pedal 2 Press and hold the Start Stop button 3 Press and hold the selector lever into posi tion N until position N is displayed in the instrument cluster A corresponding Check Control message is displayed 4 Release Start Stop button and selector lever 5 Release brake Maneuver the vehicle from the danger area and secure it against moving on its own Launch Control The concept Launch Control enables optimum acceleration on surfaces with good traction Hints Component wear Do not use Launch Control too often otherwise this may result in premature wear of components due to the high stress placed on the vehicle Do not use Launch Control during the break in refer to page 138 period To increase vehicle stability activate DSC again as soon as possible Requirements Launch Control is available when the combus tion engine is warmed up that is after u
244. tomatic release step on the accelerator pedal The LED and indicator lamp go out The parking brake is automatically released when you step on the accelerator gt Drive readiness switched on gt Drive mode engaged gt Driver buckled in and doors closed Inadvertent operation of the accelerator pedal Make sure that the accelerator pedal is not op erated unintentionally otherwise the vehicle is set in motion and there is a risk of an acci dent lt Malfunction In the event of a failure or malfunction of the parking brake secure the vehicle against roll ing using a wheel chock e g when leaving it After a power failure Putting the parking brake into operation 1 Switch on the ignition 2 Press the reel while stepping on the brake pedal or selector lever position P is set It may take several seconds for the brake to be put into operation Any sounds associated with this are normal park he indicator lamp in the instrument cluster goes out as soon as the parking brake is ready for operation Turn signal high beams headlight flasher Turn signal Hints Do not adjust the exterior mirrors Do not adjust the exterior mirror while driving and when turn signals hazard warning flashers are on or else the additional turn sig nal lights in the exterior mirror are out of posi tion and can t be seen lt Using turn signals Press the lever beyond the resistance point To switch
245. tructions at the charging station Other wise there is a risk of an accident Make sure that the charging device is in flawless operating condition Only use the charging device in a flawless con dition Otherwise a risk of fire may result e g from the device heating up because of say worn contacts or damage lt No simultaneous charging and refueling Do not refuel while a charging cable is plugged in and maintain an adequate safety distance from highly flammable materials Oth erwise there is a danger of personal injury and Charging vehicle EiS property damage from burning fuel vapors e g if the charging cable is improperly plug ged in or unplugged lt Have the charging port cleaned by trained personnel If the charging port is dirty have the car cleaned only by appropriately trained person nel Otherwise there is a danger of injury from high voltage Charging cable General information Use a Level 1 charging cable Level 2 charging cable or the permanently installed charging ca ble of a charging station to charge the vehicle Different charging cables can be required de pending on the country Hints Use approved charging cables only Use only approved charging cables or charging stations for charging Otherwise there is a danger of property damage or per sonal injury e g from burning cables Informa tion about the approved charging cables can be obtained from
246. ts the combustion en 31 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 960 891 II 15 At a glance BMW eDRIVE gine For this purpose the electric motor is supplied by the high voltage battery Electric driving ePOWER Under certain conditions refer to page 64 the vehicle is powered only by the electric mo tor Variable drive configuration The electric motor drives the front axle and the combustion engine the rear axle Depending on the operating condition the vehicle has the options of front wheel drive rear wheel drive or bundled for four wheel drive Follow instructions for electric driving eDRIVE refer to page 64 driving with the combustion engine DRIVE refer to page 65 and driving stability refer to page 109 Acoustic pedestrian protection Depending on the country variant the system generates continuous driving noise refer to page 65 during electric driving up to approx 20 mph 30 km h Driving with the combustion engine POWER The combustion engine provides the perform ance to move the vehicle If necessary the high voltage battery is charged at the same time The hybrid system always starts the combus tion engine automatically Energy recovery CHARGE The high voltage battery is charged while driv ing through energy recovery The electric motor acts as a generator and converts the kinetic energy of the vehicle into electric current Charging can take place in various situations whil
247. ty The automatic headlight control cannot serve as a Substitute for your personal judg ment in determining when to turn the lights on in response to ambient lighting conditions E g the sensors are unable to detect fog or hazy weather To avoid safety risks under these conditions you should always switch on the lights manually lt Daytime running lights With the ignition switched on the daytime run ning lights light up in position 0 D Q or 40 After operating readiness is switched off the parking lights light up in position DQE Activating deactivating In some countries daytime running lights are mandatory so it may not be possible to deacti vate the daytime running lights On the Control Display 1 Settings 2 Lighting 3 Daytime running lamps Settings are stored for the profile currently in use Roadside parking lights 4S Lj The vehicle can be illuminated on one side Switching on With operating readiness switched off press the lever either up or down past the resistance point for approx 2 seconds Switch off Briefly press the lever to the resistance point in the opposite direction Variable light distribution The concept This variable light distribution ensures that the roadway is still more effectively illuminated depending on the vehicle speed The light distribution is automatically adjusted to the speed The freeway lights are activated
248. uations gt The system has detected a wheel change but no reset was done Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 960 891 II 15 Safety Controls gt Inflation was not carried out according to specifications gt The tire inflation pressure has fallen below the level of the last confirmation In this case gt Check the tire pressure and correct as needed gt Carry out a reset of the system after a tire change System limits The system does not function properly if a re set has not been carried out e g a flat tire is reported though tire inflation pressures are correct The tire inflation pressure depends on the tire s temperature Driving or exposure to the sun will increase the tire s temperature thus increasing the tire inflation pressure The tire inflation pressure is reduced when the tire temperature falls again These circumstances may cause a warning when temperatures fall very sharply Malfunction The yellow warning lamp flashes and 1 then lights up continuously A Check Control message is displayed No flat tire or loss of tire inflation pressure can be de tected Display in the following situations gt A wheel without TPM electronics is fitted have the service center check it if needed gt Malfunction have the system checked by your service center gt TPM was unable to complete the reset Reset the system again gt Interference through systems or devices with the
249. ue to operation of the hybrid system such as for cooling of the high voltage battery After stopping the vehicle 1 Depress the brake pedal 2 Set the parking brake 3 Press the Start Stop button The READY indicator goes out and a signal sounds In case of longer idle times follow the instructions in the Care chapter refer to page 190 63 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 960 891 II 15 Controls Driving Before driving into a car wash So that the vehicle can roll into a car wash ob serve instructions for going into an automatic car wash refer to page 187 Electric driving ePOWER Note Awareness of vehicle reduced when driven in electric mode When driving in electric mode note that due to the lack of engine noise pedestrians and other traffic might pay less attention to the ve hicle due to missing engine noises Please take special care when parking or leaving a parking space General information In ePOWER the vehicle is driven exclusively electrically ePOWER works automatically Depending on the charging state of the high voltage battery maximum speed and range achieved can vary For electrical driving certain Conditions refer to page 64 must be satisfied Displays of the hybrid system refer to page Requirements gt State of charge and temperature of the high voltage battery is sufficient gt Selector lever position D or R engaged The accelerator pedal is only sl
250. unctions in the monitored systems A Check Control message is displayed as a combination of indicator or warning lights and text messages in the instrument cluster and in the Head up Display In addition an acoustic signal may sound and a text message may appear on the Control Dis play Indicator warning lights ai inrormation The indicator and warning lights in the instru ment cluster can light up in a variety of combi nations and colors Several lights indicate function checks and light up only temporarily when drive readiness or operating readiness are activated 79 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 960 891 II 15 Controls Displays Red lights Airbag system Q Airbag system and belt tensioner are As defective Have the vehicle checked by the serv ice center immediately Parking brake park The parking brake is set For additional information refer to Release parking brake refer to page 67 Brake system Continue to drive moderately Have the vehicle checked by the serv ice center immediately BRAKE Front end collision warning Illuminated advance warning is issued e g when there is the impending dan ger of a collision or the distance to the vehicle ahead is too small Increase distance Flashing acute warning of the imminent dan ger of a collision when the vehicle approaches another vehicle at a relatively high differential speed Intervention by braking
251. utput if needed 2 Gs Press button on the steering wheel 3 Radios 4 Tone Via short command The desired tone settings can also be started via a short command 1 Turn on the Entertainment sound output if needed 2 Gs Press button on the steering wheel 3 Tone Voice activation system At a glance Setting the voice dialog Set system to standard dialog or use a short version The short version of the voice dialog plays back short messages in abbreviated form Settings Language Units Speech type p p Select setting Adjusting the volume Turn the volume button while giving an in struction until the desired volume is set gt The volume remains constant even if the volume of other audio sources is changed gt The volume is stored for the profile cur rently in use Hints on Emergency Requests Do not use the voice activation system to ini tiate an Emergency Request In stressful situa tions the voice and vocal pitch can change This can unnecessarily delay the establish ment of a phone connection Instead use the SOS button refer to page 183 close to the interior mirror Environmental conditions gt Say the commands numbers and letters smoothly and with normal volume empha sis and speed gt Always say commands in the language of the voice activation system gt Keep the doors and windows closed to prevent noise interference 27 Online Edition
252. values are reset approx 4 hours after the vehicle came to a standstill 88 Display on the Control Display Display the computer or trip computer on the Control Display 1 Vehicle info 2 Onboard info or Trip computer Resetting the fuel consumption or speed On the Control Display Vehicle info Onboard info Consumpt or Speed Yas e Speed warning The concept Displays a speed when reached should cause a warning to be issued The warning is repeated if the vehicle speed drops below the set speed once by at least 3 mph 5 km h Displaying setting or changing the speed warning On the Control Display Settings Speed Warning at i Ss Turn the controller until the desired speed is displayed 5 Press the controller Speed warning is stored Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 960 891 II 15 Displays Controls Activating deactivating the speed warning On the Control Display 1 Settings 2 Speed 3 Warning 4 Press the controller Setting your current speed as the speed warning On the Control Display Settings Speed Select current speed Se YS Press the controller The current vehicle speed is stored as the speed warning Settings on the Control Display Time Setting the time zone 1 Settings 2 Time Date 3 Time zone 4 Select the desired time zone The time zone is stored Setting the time 1 Settings
253. various distances Standstill with Information is displayed in the info display of drive readiness turned off is not considered the instrument cluster Current fuel consumption Displays the current energy consumption The efficiency of the driving can be monitored 87 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 960 891 II 15 Controls Displays Average speed Periods when vehicle is parked with drive read iness switched off are not included when cal culating average speed Resetting average values Press and hold the onboard computer button on the turn signal lever Time of arrival The estimated time of arrival is displayed if a destination is entered in the navigation system before the trip is started The time must be correctly set Distance to destination The distance remaining to the destination is displayed if a destination is entered in the navi gation system before the trip is started The distance to the destination is adopted au tomatically Speed limit detection Description of the speed limit detection refer to page 85 function Trip computer The vehicle features two types of board com puters gt Onboard info the values can be reset as often as necessary gt Trip computer the values provide an overview of the current trip Resetting the trip computer On the Control Display Vehicle info 2 Trip computer 3 Reset all values are reset Automatically reset all
254. vehicle from deep snow or driving off from loose grounds gt When driving with snow chains Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 960 891 II 15 Driving stability control systems Deactivating activating DTC Dynamic Traction Control Activating DTC r a Press button TRACTION is displayed in the instru ment cluster and the indicator lamp for DSC OFF lights up Deactivating DTC E Press button again TRACTION and the DSC OFF indica tor lamp go out Performance Control Performance Control enhances the agility of the vehicle To increase maneuverability with a corre spondingly sporty driving style wheels are braked individually The resulting braking power is simultaneously largely compensated by an engine intervention Due to the variable drive configuration this in tervention can be done either on the front axle the rear axle or on both axles simultaneously Driving Dynamics Control The concept The Driving Dynamics Control helps to fine tune the vehicle s settings and features Vari ous programs can be selected for this purpose Note Pressing the Driving Dynamics Control deacti vates the Sport program refer to page 72 of the vehicle The selector lever automatically switches out of the Sport program in selector lever position D Use the Driving Dynamics Controls Control to select the COMFORT or ECO PRO programs Overview Button in the vehicle Program COMFOR
255. vehicle to potentially differing oper ating conditions and permit requirements If your vehicle does not comply with the homolo gation requirements in a certain country you cannot lodge warranty claims for your vehicle there Further information can be obtained from your Service Centre Working on the vehicle maintenance and repairs Advanced technology especially the use of high performance high voltage electronics and modern materials such as carbon requires special knowledge when making modifications to and working on the vehicle as well as cus tomized maintenance and repair work BMW recommends to have modifications and work on the vehicle especially maintenance and repairs to the high voltage system and carbon body as well as the retrofitting of ac cessories only be carried out by an authorized BMW i service center or one that operates ac cording to BMW i specifications with personnel trained accordingly Body work and working on the high volt age system Do not perform any modifications or work on the vehicle especially maintenance and repair work on the high voltage system and the car bon body and avoid retrofitting accessories If work is not carried out properly there is the risk of fire and fatal injury from electrocution due to the high voltage system s high voltage BMW recommends to have modifications and work on the vehicle only be carried out by an authorized BMW service center or on
256. which might impede your viewing field Therefore use antifreeze fluid Avoid using the washer when the reservoir is empty operation might damage pump lt Windshield washer nozzles The windshield washer nozzles are automati cally heated while the ignition is switched on 69 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 960 891 II 15 Controls Driving Fold out position of the wipers Fold wipers back when you want to change the blades or with pending low temperatures Switch the ignition on and off again 2 With icy conditions make sure that blades are not frozen to the windshield 3 Press the wiper lever up beyond the point of resistance and hold it for approx 3 sec onds until the wiper remains in a nearly vertical position After the wipers are folded back down the wiper system must be reactivated Folding wipers back down Before switching the ignition on fold the wipers back down to the windshield other wise the wipers may become damaged when they are activated 1 Switch on the ignition 2 Push wiper lever down Wipers move to their resting position and are ready again for operation Washer fluid Hints Antifreeze for washer fluid Antifreeze is flammable and can cause injury if it is used incorrectly Therefore keep it away from possible sources of ignition Only keep it in the closed original container and inaccessible to children Follow the notes and instructions on the con tainer
257. witching on off 1 Settings 2 Head Up Display 3 Head Up Display Display Overview Speed Navigation system Check Control messages VV V V Selection list from the instrument cluster gt Driver assistance systems Some of this information is only displayed briefly as needed Selecting displays in the Head up Display On the Control Display Settings Head Up Display Displayed information ow y Select the desired displays in the Head up Display Settings are stored for the profile currently in use Setting the brightness The brightness is automatically adjusted to the ambient brightness The basic setting can be adjusted manually On the Control Display Settings Head Up Display Brightness ee pN Turn the controller When the low beams are activated the bright ness of the Head up Display can be addition ally influenced using the instrument lighting Settings are stored for the profile currently in use Adjusting the height On the Control Display Settings Head Up Display Height Turn the controller gt Se Settings are stored for the profile currently in use Setting the rotation On the Control Display Settings Head Up Display Rotation SP e Turn the controller Settings are stored for the profile currently in use Special windshield The windshield is part of the system The shape of the windshield makes it possible to disp
258. y enter special characters via the con troller gt To delete a character slide to the left on the touchpad gt To enter a blank space slide to the right in the center of the touchpad gt To enter a hyphen slide to the right in the upper area of the touchpad gt To enter an underscore swipe to the right in the lower area of the touchpad Using interactive map and Internet Via touch pad move the interactive map in the navigation system and Internet sites Function Controls Move interactive map or Internet sites Swipe into re spective direc tion Enlarge shrink interactive map or Internet sites Drag in or out on the touchpad with fingers Display the menu or open Tap once a link in the Internet Changing settings You may change control display settings via touchpad Swipe left or right accordingly Example setting the clock Setting the clock On the Control Display 1 iii Press button The main menu is dis played 2 Turn the controller until Settings is high lighted and then press the controller 6 Main menu Multimedia Radio Telephone Navigation W Office ConnectedDrive 3 If necessary move the controller to the left to display Time Date 21 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 960 891 II 15 Ataglance GEIG iDrive Status field symbols The symbols are grouped as follows 4 Turn the controller until Time Date is highlighte
259. y detection of remote control refer to page 39 Monitor closing and make sure that the closing path of the window is clear otherwise injuries may result lt gt With Comfort Access if you are carrying the remote control on your person touch To close a window the corresponding door the sensor surface refer to page 45 before Must be closed the door opener button gt Pull the switch to the resistance point Power windows The window closes while the switch is held Hint gt Pull the switch beyond the resistance Take the remote control with you point Take the remote control with you when leaving the vehicle so that children e g can not operate the power windows and injure themselves See also closing by means of Comfort Access refer to page 45 The window closes automatically Pulling again stops the motion Pinch protection system Danger of jamming even with pinch pro tection Even with the pinch protection system check that the window s closing path is clear other wise the closing action may not stop in certain situations e g if thin objects are present No window accessories Opening Do not install any accessories in the win gt Press the button to the resistance dow s range of movement otherwise the point pinch protection system will be impaired The window opens while the switch is held If closing force exceeds a specific margin as a A window closes c
260. y for ex ternal temperature 83 Temperature engine oil 83 Text message supplemen tary 82 Theft alarm system refer to Alarm system 47 Tilt alarm sensor 48 Time of arrival 88 Tire damage 166 Tire identification marks 164 Tire inflation pressure 163 Tire Pressure Monitor TPM 99 Tires changing 167 Tire sealant 168 Tires everything on wheels and tires 163 Tire tread 166 Tone 6 Top View 120 Total range 83 Total vehicle weight 195 Touchpad 21 Tow fitting 185 Towing 185 Tow lug see Tow fitting 185 Tow starting 185 TPM Tire Pressure Moni tor 99 Traction control 110 TRACTION driving dynam ics 110 Transmission lock electronic unlocking 73 Transmission see Steptronic Sport transmission 70 Transporting children safely 57 Tread tires 166 Trip computer 88 Triple turn signal activa tion 68 Trip odometer 83 Turning circle lines rearview camera 119 Turning radius 194 Turn signals operation 67 U Unintentional alarm 48 Units of measure 90 Universal remote control 129 Unlock button Steptronic Sport transmission 71 Unlocking locking via door lock 43 Unlocking locking with re mote control 41 Unlocking settings 46 Updates made after the edito rial deadline 7 Upholstery care 189 USB interface 132 V Vanity mirror 131 Variable light distribution 93 Vehicle battery 181 Vehicle battery replac ing 181 Vehicle break in 138 Vehicle care 188 Vehicle features

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