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BMW 2015 ActiveHybrid 5 Owner's Manual

1. Squeeze the clips together and remove the bulb holder Press the bulb into the bulb holder turn coun terclockwise and remove Reversing lamp Follow general instructions refer to page 220 16 watt bulb W16W Inside brake lamp Follow general instructions refer to page 220 The illustration shows the position of the bulb 21 watt bulb H21W in the installed bulb holder The illustration shows the position of the bulb Squeeze the ain together and remove the in the installed bulb holder bulb holder Pull out the bulb and replace it 224 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 954 366 II 15 Replacing components Mobility Changing wheels Hints When using run flat tires or sealants a tire does not need to be changed immediately in the event of pressure loss due to a flat tire 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 Position the vehicle jack only at the loca tions shown There are also hybrid components under the vehicle that are faded by the underbody panel ing Make sure not to damage any of the under body paneling parts Otherwise there is the risk of fatal injury from electrocution due to damaged high voltage components lt Vehicle battery Maintenance The battery is mainten
2. 60 gt gt The marking does not light up the system is switched off The marking lights up or ange the system has been interrupted 149 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 954 366 II 15 Controls Driving comfort Brief status display Selected desired speed 95 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 gt Keep the sensors clean and free of ice gt When using high pressure washers do not spray the sensors for long periods and maintain a distance of at
3. Contents A Z The Ultimate riving Machine THE BMW ACTIVE HYBRID 5 OWNER S MANUAL BMW EfficientDynamics Less emissions More driving pleasure Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 954 366 II 15 ActiveHybrid 5 Owner s Manual for Vehicle Thank you for choosing a BMW The more familiar you are with your vehicle the better control you will have on the road We therefore strongly suggest Read this Owner s Manual before starting off in your new BMW Also use the Integrated Owner s Manual in your vehicle It con tains important information on vehicle operation that will help you make full use of the technical features available in your BMW The manual also contains information designed to en hance operating reliability and road safety and to contribute to maintaining the value of your BMW Any updates made after the editorial deadline for the printed or Integrated Owner s Manual are found in the appendix of the printed Quick Reference for the vehicle Supplementary information can be found in the additional bro chures in the onboard literature 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_drivers_guide Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 954 366 II 15 2015 Bayerische Motoren Werke Aktiengesellschaft Munich Germany Reprinting including excerpts only with the written consent of
4. The mirror heating is made available when out side temperatures are very cold 192 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 954 366 II 15 Saving fuel Drivingtips tips The display switches to blue as soon as all Settings are stored for the profile currently in conditions for fuel efficiency optimized driving use are met ECO PRO tip driving tip The arrow indicates that the driving aw style can be adjusted to be more fuel efficient by backing off the accelerator for instance Note The efficiency display and ECO PRO tips in the instrument cluster appear when the ECO PRO display is activated Activating driving style and ECO PRO tips 1 Settings 2 Instrument cluster 3 ECO PRO Info ECO PRO tip symbols An additional symbol and text instructions are displayed Symbol Measure For efficient driving back off the ac aS celerator or delay accelerating to al low time to assess road conditions yom Reduce speed to the selected ECO km h PRO speed 9 gt Steptronic transmission shift from M S to D Indications on the Control Display Displaying ECO PRO Tips The ECO PRO Tips can also be displayed in split screen configuration 1 Vehicle info 2 Hybrid 3 i ECO PRO Tips 193 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 954 366 II 15 Witeleliiiavam Refueling Refueling Vehicle features and options This chapter describes all standard country specific and o
5. 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 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 Depending on how the vehicle is equipped the function warns of an imminent collision with pedestrians during daytime or nighttime The function is subdivided into the following systems gt During daytime Pedestrian warning with city braking function refer to page 124 gt At night Night vision refer to page 127 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 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 954 366 II 15 Safety Controls 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 t
6. 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 The parking assistant may identify parking spaces that are not suitable for parking Malfunction A Check Control message is displayed The parking assistant failed Have the system checked 161 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 954 366 II 15 Controls Climate control Climate control 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 Automatic climate control 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 E Air distribution left Temperature left AUTO program left Air flow AUTO intensity left residual heat Remove ice and condensation Maximum cooling Display Air flow AUTO intensity right AUTO program right OAnN OOF WN 10 Temperature right 162 11 Air distribution right 12 Seat heating right 60 13 Active seat ventilation right 61 14 Automatic recirculated air control recircu lated air mode 15 Cooling function 16 Rear window defroster 17 SYNC program 18 Active sea
7. At page 63 under the heading Active head restraint the paragraph beginning Only attach accessories should be dis regarded and the following text should be read in lieu thereof BMW recommends that you attach accessories approved by BMW to the seat or head restraint At page 103 under the heading Special windshield the paragraph beginning Therefore have the special windshield should be disregarded and the following text should be read in lieu thereof BMW recommends that you have the special windshield replaced by the service center At page 185 under the heading Objects within the range of movement of the ped als and at page 236 under the heading 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 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 954 366 II 15 Addendum 12 14 by it as appropriate for use in your vehicle and that can be properly fixed in place At page 191 under the heading Have maintenance carried out the sentence beginning 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 cent
8. Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 954 366 II 15 Cameras The lenses of the Top View camera are located at the bottom in the mirror housings The im age quality may be impaired by dirt Clean the camera lenses refer to page 236 Switching on off Switching on automatically With the engine running engage lever in posi tion PR The rearview camera image is displayed To switch to the Top View ry 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 Driving comfort Display Visual warning The approach of the vehicle to an object can be shown on the Control Display When the distance to an object is small a red bar is shown in front of the vehicle as it is in the PDC display The display appears as soon as Top View is activated When the image of the rearview camera is dis played it is possible to reel to top view ccf Rear view camera Brightness With Top View switched on 1 Oo Select the symbol 2 Turn the controller until the desired setting is reached and press the controller Contrast With Top View swit
9. SYS 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 The low beams always stay on when the fog lights are activated Personal responsibility 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 DQ or 40 After the ignition is switched off the park ing lights light up in position 30 Q 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 current
10. gt In narrow streets gt For folding mirrors back out that were folded away manually Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 954 366 II 15 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 the engine is running Automatic dimming feature Both exterior mirrors are automatically dim med Photocells are used to control the Interior rearview mirror refer to page 67 Interior rearview mirror manually dimmable Turn knob Turn the knob to reduce the blinding effect by the interior mirror Adjusting 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 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 lt 67 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 954 366 II 15 Cont
11. gt Increase pressure with the ignition turned on or the engine running reel on the compressor gt Toreduce the pressure press the but ton on the compressor Continuing the trip Do not exceed the maximum permissible speed of 50 mph 80 km h Reinitialize the Flat Tire Monitor Reinitialize the Tire Pressure Monitor Replace the defective tire and the sealant con tainer of the Mobility System as soon as possi ble 209 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 954 366 II 15 Mobility Wheels and tires 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 225 55 R 17 gt 245 45 R 18 gt 245 40 R 19 Follow the snow chain manufacturer s instruc tions 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 Flat Tire Monitor after mounting snow chains as doing so may result in incorrect readings Do not initialize the Tire Pressure Monitor after mounting snow chains as doing so may result in incorrect readings When driving with snow chains briefly activate Dynamic Traction Control if needed Maximu
12. 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 201 and adjust as necessary Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 954 366 II 15 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 ActiveHybrid 5 Tire size Pressure specifications in bar PSI Specificati i marPSiwitheod PAER EERO mee gt 245 45 R 18 100V 2 4 35 M S XL A S RSC 245 40 R 19 98 V M S XL A S RSC 245 45 R 18 96 Y RSC 225 55 R 17 97 H M S RSC 245 45 R 18 100 V M S XL RSC 2 6 38 Front 245 45R18 2 4 35 a 96 Y RSC 2 4135 Rear 275 40 R 18 99 Y RSC Wheels and tires Tire size Pressure specifications in bar PSI Front 245 40 R 19 2 4 35 94 Y RSC 7 96 38 Rear 275 35 R 19 96 Y RSC Front 245 35 R20 2 5 36 95 Y XL RSC 291 42 Rear 275 30 R 20 97 Y XL RSC Emergency wheel Speed up to a max of T 135 90 R 17 104 50 mph 80 km h M 4 21 60 Tire inflation pressures at max speeds above 100 mph 160 km h Speeds above 100 mph 160 km h In order to drive a
13. Hood open when driving 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 If you see any signs that the hood is not completely closed while driving pull over im mediately and close it securely lt Danger of injury when the hood is open Danger of jamming There is a danger of injury from protrud Mak that the closi th of the ing parts when the hood is open lt pata A annie hood is clear otherwise injuries may result lt 1 Pull the lever Let the hood drop from a height of approx 16 2 Press the release handle and open the in 40 cm and push down on it to lock it fully hood The hood must audibly engage on both sides 212 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 954 366 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 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 General information The engine oil consumption is dependent on the driving style and driving conditions The engine oil consumption can increase in case of for example gt Sporty d
14. If you are already using run flat tires for your own Safety you should replace them only with the same kind No spare tire is available in the case of a flat tire Your service center will be glad to advise you 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 206 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 Run flat tires Label RSC label on the tire sidewall The wheels consist of tires that are self sup porting to a limited degree and possibly spe cial rims The support of the sidewall allows the tire to remain drivable to a restricted degree in the event of a tire inflation pressure loss Follow the instructions for continued driving with a flat tire Changing run flat tires For your own safety only use run flat tires No spare tire is available in the case of a flat tire Your service center will be glad to ad
15. Instrument cluster cover Matt black spray coated components VV VV OV Painted 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 impact on safety 239 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 954 366 II 15 Mobility Care 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 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 carp
16. Sun visor 172 Supplementary text mes sage 93 Surround View 152 Suspension settings 138 Switch for Dynamic Driving Control 138 Switch on times parked car ventilation 168 Switch refer to Cockpit 14 Symbols 6 250 Symbols in the status field 22 SYNC program automatic cli mate control 164 r Tachometer 94 Tail and brake lights 223 Tail lights 223 Tail lights bulb replace ment 223 Technical changes refer to Safety 7 Technical data 240 Telephone see user s manual for Navigation Entertain ment and Communication Temperature automatic cli mate control 163 Temperature display for ex ternal temperature 94 Temperature engine oil 94 Terminal starting aid 229 Text message supplemen tary 93 Theft alarm system refer to Alarm system 51 Thermal camera see Night Vision 127 Thigh support 59 Tilt alarm sensor 52 Time of arrival 99 Tire damage 204 Tire identification marks 202 Tire inflation pressure 200 Tire inflation pressure moni tor refer to FTM 116 Tire Pressure Monitor TPM 112 Tires changing 205 Tire sealant 206 Tires everything on wheels and tires 200 Tires run flat tires 206 Tire tread 204 Tone see user s manual for Navigation Entertainment and Communication Tool 220 Top View 156 Total vehicle weight 241 Touchpad 21 Tow fitting 231 Towing 230 Tow lug see Tow fitting 231 Tow starting 230 TPM Tire Pressure Moni tor 112 Traction control 137 T
17. database gt Wireless network reception strength E Phone aus 5 SA i port in the front or in the gt Traffic bulletin reception P USB audio interface Status field symbols Mobile phone audio interface The symbols are grouped as follows 22 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 954 366 II 15 iDrive Ataglance a glance Additional symbols Spoken instructions are turned off 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 M 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 Map facing north Map direction of travel Map perspective view Position v Onboard info Trip computer 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
18. gt 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 8 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 prevailing 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 Limit
19. gt When braking gt When unfastening the driver s safety belt A Check Control message is displayed Resume An interrupted parking procedure can be con tinued if needed Follow the instructions on the Control Display to do this System limits No parking assistance The parking assistant does not offer assis tance in the following situations gt In tight curves Functional limitations The system may not be fully functional in the following situations gt On bumpy road surfaces such as gravel roads gt On slippery ground On steep uphill or downhill grades gt With accumulations of leaves snow in the parking space Limits of ultrasonic measurement Ultrasonic measuring might not function under the following circumstances gt For small children and animals 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 gt With elevated protruding objects such as ledges or cargo gt With objects with corners and sharp edges With objects with a fine surface structure such as fences
20. 53 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 954 366 II 15 Controls Opening and closing Driver s door controls Roller sunblind for rear window Press button Roller sunblinds for the rear side windows Pull out the roller sunblind at the loop and hook it onto the bracket Do not open the window while the roller sunblind is tilted Do not open the window while the roller sun blind is tilted otherwise there is a risk of dam age at high speeds that may result in personal injury lt Glass sunroof powered General information The glass sunroof and the sliding visor can be operated together or separately using the same switch The glass sunroof is operational when the igni tion is switched on Keep the closing path clear Monitor closing and make sure that the closing path of the glass sunroof is clear oth erwise injuries may result lt 54 Take the remote control with you Take the remote control with you when leaving the vehicle so that children e g can not operate the glass sunroof and injure them selves Tilting the glass sunroof Push switch briefly upward gt The closed glass sunroof is tilted and the sliding visor opens slightly gt The opened glass sunroof closes until it is in its tilted position The sliding visor does not move Opening closing the glass sunroof and sliding visor separately gt Press the reel in the desired direction to the resista
21. Chassis number see vehicle identification number 9 Check Control 90 Checking the engine oil level electronically 213 Checking the oil level elec tronically 213 Children seating position 69 Children transporting safely 69 Child restraint fixing sys tem 69 Child restraint fixing system LATCH 70 Child restraint fixing systems mounting 69 Child safety locks 72 Child seat mounting 69 Child seats 69 Chrome parts care 235 Cigarette lighter 172 Cleaning displays 236 Climate control 162 Climate control laminated tinted safety glass 184 Climate control wind shield 184 Clock 95 Closing opening via door lock 43 Closing opening with remote control 41 Closing the trunk lid with no touch activation 48 Clothes hooks 179 243 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 954 366 II 15 Reference Everything from A to Z Coasting 76 Combination reel refer to Turn signals 80 Combination switch refer to Wiper system 81 Combustion engine start ing 75 COMFORT program Driving Dynamics Control 140 Comfort Access 47 COMFORT program Driving Dynamics Control 139 Compressor 206 Computer refer to On board computer 98 Condensation on win dows 163 Condensation under the vehi cle 186 Condition Based Service CBS 218 Confirmation signal 50 ConnectedDrive see user s manual for Navigation En tertainment and Communi cation ConnectedDrive Services Contact with water hybrid system 34 C
22. 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 lt To switch off the system while standing step on brake pedal at the same time E Press button on the steering wheel R gt If active press twice gt If interrupted press once The displays go out The stored desired speed is deleted Interrupting E Press button on the steering wheel R If interrupting the system while stationary press on the brake pedal at the same time The system is automatically interrupted in the following situations gt When the brakes are applied gt When selector lever position D is disen gaged gt When DTC Dynamic Traction Control is activated or DSC is deactivated When DSC is actively controlling stability gt When SPORT is activated with Driving Dynamics Control gt Ifthe safety belt and the driver s door are opened while the vehicle is standing still gt Ifthe system has not detected objects for an extended period e g on a road with very little traffic without curb or shoulder markings gt Ifthe detection range of the radar is dis rupted e g by dirt or heavy fog 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 the
23. II 15 Ataglance Feeirlia me Voice activation system Voice activation system 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 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 101 26 Using voice activation Activating the voice activation system _ 1 ai 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
24. Speed limit detection refer to page 96 gt Time refer to page 95 Displays of the hybrid system Displays in the instrument cluster The concept The following functions of the hybrid system are displayed gt High voltage battery charge indicator refer to page 88 gt Electric driving eDRIVE Acceleration boost eBOOST refer to page 89 gt Energy recovery CHARGE refer to page 89 gt Drive readiness READY refer to page 88 The display depends on the system s operat ing condition Note High voltage Even if no bars are displayed in the bat tery symbol the high voltage system is still under high voltage lt 88 High voltage battery charge indicator When drive readiness is switched on in COM FORT mode displays the available charge of the high voltage battery with bars in a battery symbol If five bars are shown the high voltage battery is fully charged During normal vehicle operation the high volt age battery is charged up to approx 80 This ensures optimum energy recovery when braking or driving downhill Drive readiness READY READY indicates drive readi ness For further information please refer to Drive readiness in detail refer to page 74 Electric driving eDRIVE When driving in COMFORT or ECO PRO modes the power output of the electric motor is indicated by arrows on the instrument clus ter Depending on the position of the accelerator pedal up
25. The drive wheels are blocked P is engaged automatically gt After deactivating drive readiness with radio ready state refer to page 73 or igni tion off refer to page 73 and the selector lever in position R or D gt With the ignition off if selector lever posi tion 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 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 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 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 84 Engaging D R and 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
26. 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 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 tell
27. ing angle and are continuously adjusted to the steering wheel movements E Saas z E Erp Al mm lA Er A amp I urnin g circie 1ines id gt Turning circle lines can only be superim posed on the rearview camera image to gether with pathway lines gt They show the course of the smallest pos sible turning radius on a level road gt Only one turning radius line is displayed af ter the steering wheel is turned past a cer tain angle 154 Obstacle markings can be faded into the image of the rearview camera Their colored margins match the markings of the PDC This simplifies estimation of the dis tance to the object shown Parking using pathway and turning radius lines 1 Position the vehicle so that the turning ra dius lines lead to within the limits of the parking space N Turn the steering wheel to the point where the pathway line covers the corresponding turning radius line Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 954 366 II 15 Driving comfort Controls Display settings Brightness With the rearview camera switched on 1 Select the symbol 2 Turn the controller until the desired setting is reached and press the controller Contrast 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 Detection of objects Very low obstacles as well as high protruding
28. 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 150 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 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 visibility two cameras in the front of the vehi cle record the traffic situation on each side Hints The images from both cameras are shown si multaneously on the Control Display Check the traffic situation as well Check the traffic 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 area of the Side View cam eras At a glance Button in the vehicle o Side View Cameras ture the image The two camera lenses are located on the sides of the bumper The image quality may be impaired by dirt Clean the camera lenses refer to page 236 155 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 954 366 II 15 Controls Driving comfort Switching on off Switching on off manually oo Press
29. 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 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 954 366 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
30. sure 200 Pressure warning FTM tires 116 Profile refer to Personal Pro file 39 Programmable memory but tons iDrive 23 Protective function glass sunroof 55 Protective function win dows 53 Push and turn switch refer to Controller 18 R Radiator fluid 216 Radio operated key refer to Remote control 38 Radio ready state 73 Radio see user s manual for Navigation Entertainment and Communication Rain sensor 81 Rear automatic climate con trol 166 Rear lights 223 Rear socket 174 Rearview camera 152 Rearview mirror 66 Rear window defroster 164 Recirculated air mode 164 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 954 366 II 15 Everything from A to Z Reference Recommended fuel grade 198 Recommended tire brands 205 Refueling 196 Remaining range 95 Remote control key 38 Remote control auxiliary air conditioning key 169 Remote control malfunc tion 42 Remote control univer sal 170 Replacement fuse 226 Replacing parts 220 Replacing wheels tires 205 Reporting safety defects 10 RES button 144 RES button see Active Cruise Control ACC 141 RES button see Cruise con trol 148 Reserve warning refer to Range 95 Reset Tire Pressure Monitor TPM 113 Residual cooling 168 Residual heat automatic cli mate control 165 Retaining straps securing cargo 188 Retreaded tires 205 Reversing lamp bulb replace ment 224 Roadside parking lights 105 Roller sunblinds 53 RON re
31. the vehicle can be switched off permanently e g when leaving it 1 Press the Start Stop button gt The ignition is switched off gt The radio ready state is activated gt The Auto Start Stop function is deacti vated gt Transmission position P is engaged automatically 2 Set the parking brake Malfunction The Auto Start Stop function no longer switches of the combustion engine automati cally in the event of a malfunction A message is displayed It is possible to continue driving Have the system checked 76 Electric driving eDRIVE Requirements Electric driving is possible gt The high voltage battery is sufficiently charged Transmission position D or R is set gt The drive system is at operating tempera ture gt The accelerator pedal is only slightly de pressed gt The driver s door is closed Possible up to speed of approx 35 mph ap prox 60 km h Possible cruising range Depending on the charge of the high voltage battery the vehicle can be driven using electric power constantly for up to 2 2 5 miles 3 4 km Coasting The combustion engine is automatically stop ped and disengaged from the drivetrain This driving condition of rolling is referred to as coasting Requirements Coasting is possible gt The high voltage battery is sufficiently charged Transmission position D or R is set The drive system is at operating tempera ture The driver s door is cl
32. with maximum driving stabilization The program can be configured to individual specifications The configuration is stored for the profile cur rently in use Activating SPORT iD Press button repeatedly until SPORT is displayed in the instrument cluster Configuring SPORT When the display is activated on the Control Display refer to page 140 the SPORT driving mode can be set After the SPORT driving mode is activated se lect Configure SPORT on the displayed panel and configure the program SPORT can also be configured before it is acti vated 1 Settings 2 SPORT mode or Driving mode 3 Configure driving mode This configuration is retrieved when the SPORT driving mode is activated COMFORT For a balanced tuning with maximum driving stabilization Activating COMFORT i Press button repeatedly until COM FORT is displayed in the instrument cluster In certain situations the system automatically changes to the NORMAL program automatic program change refer to page 138 139 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 954 366 II 15 Controls Driving stability control systems COMFORT Comfort oriented tuning of the shock absorb ers and adapted engine control for optimal traveling comfort with maximum driving stabili zation COMFORT activation i Press button repeatedly until COM FORT is displayed in the instrument cluster ECO PRO ECO PRO refer to page 191 provide
33. 221 and page 222 where it reads Do not perform work bulb replacement on xenon headlights that text should be dis regarded and in lieu thereof the following text should be read Xenon headlight work or replacement can cause serious and fatal Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 954 366 II 15 Addendum Injuries In the text that follows where it reads h ave any work on the xenon light ing system the following words should be read as preceding that passage It is strongly suggested that you 19 At page 225 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 2 954 366 II 15 Contents The fastest way to find information on a partic ular topic or item is by using the index refer to page 242 6 Notes Ata
34. 90 Adaptive brake assistant 136 Adaptive brake lights refer to Brake force display 133 Adaptive Light Control 105 Additives oil 214 Adjustments seats head re straints 57 After washing vehicle 234 Airbags 109 Airbags indicator warning light 110 Air circulation refer to Recir culated air mode 164 Air dehumidifying refer to Cooling function 164 Air distribution manual 163 Air flow automatic climate control 163 Air outlets see ventila tion 165 Air pressure tires 200 242 Alarm system 51 Alarm unintentional 52 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 206 Alternating code hand held transmitter 171 Alternative oil types 215 Ambient light 108 Animal detection see Night Vision 127 Antifreeze washer fluid 83 Antilock Brake System ABS 136 Anti slip control refer to DSC 136 Approved axle load 241 Approved engine oils see Suitable engine oil types 215 Armrest refer to Center arm rest 177 Arrival time 99 Ashtray 172 Ashtray front 172 Ashtray rear 173 Assistance for the combus tion engine ASSIST 77 Assistance for the combus tion engine eBOOST 77 Assistance when driving off 136 ASSIST assistance for the combustion engine 77 Attentiveness assistant 133 AUTO H button 78 AUTO H button refer to Au tomatic Hold 78 AUTO intensity 163 Automatic car wash 233 Autom
35. Adjust the head restraints of all occupied seats properly otherwise there is an increased risk of injury in an accident lt Height Adjust the head restraint so that its center is approximately at ear level Distance Adjust the distance so that the head restraint is as close as possible to the back of the head 64 gt Toraise push gt To lower press button arrow 1 and push headrest down Folding forward Press button arrow 1 and fold the head re straint forward Removing Only remove the head restraint if no one will be sitting in the seat in question 1 Raise the head restraint up against the re sistance Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 954 366 II 15 Adjusting Controls 2 Press button arrow 1 and pull the head re straint out completely Before transporting passengers Reinstall the head restraint before trans porting anyone in the seat otherwise the pro tective function of the head restraint is unavail able Seat mirror and steering wheel memory The concept Two driver s seat and exterior mirror positions can be stored per profile refer to page 39 and called up Settings for the backrest width and lumbar support are not stored in memory Hints Do not retrieve the memory while driving Do not retrieve the memory setting while driving as an unexpected movement of the seat or steering wheel could result in an acci dent lt Keep the movement area
36. 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 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 Symbols 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 amp Roadside Assistance Contact Roadside Assistance Hiding Check Control messages Press the onboard computer 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 They are stored and can be displayed again
37. Do not reel off the compressor at this point If a tire inflation pressure of 2 bar is not reached Switch off the compressor 2 Unscrew the filling hose from the wheel 3 Drive 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 Unscrew the filling hose of the sealant con tainer from the wheel 2 Unscrew the connection hose of the com pressor from the sealant container 3 Connect the filling hose of the sealant con tainer previously connected to the tire valve with the available connector on the sealant container This prevents leftover sealant from escap ing from the container 4 Wrap the empty sealant container in suita ble material to avoid dirtying the cargo area 5 Stow the Mobility System back in the vehi cle Distributing the sealant Immediately drive approx 5 miles 10 km to en 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 12 mph 20 km h To correct the tire inflation pressure 1 Stop ata suitable location 2 Screw the connection hose of the com pressor directly onto the tire valve stem 3 Insert the connector into the power socket inside the vehicle 4 Correct the tire inflation pressure to 2 5 bar
38. Seat mirror steering wheel A tion memory Intelligent Safety ts Active seat 6 is Lane departure warning 1 lt NJ 2 Roller sunblinds 3 Rear window safety switch C Night Vision cian i 4 Power windows 5 Exterior mirror operation 66 i Head up Display 6 Driver assistance systems S 14 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 954 366 II 15 Cockpit Ataglance a glance Cruise control on off interrupt Front fog lights 107 ing 148 Reduce distance 144 PJ Parking lights 104 Increase distance 144 gt Low beams 104 O 02 4 O O gt o O O a 0p O NS CO D OO 7 Automatic headlight con trol 105 Daytime running lights 105 Adaptive Light Control 105 High beam Assistant 106 Instrument lighting 107 11 Instrument cluster 87 N WN WN ae E O Q 12 Steering wheel buttons right Entertainment source Volume 1 5 gJ m T ib Voice activation 26 gt 8 Steering column stalk left R Turn signal 80 Telephone see user s manual for Navigation Entertainment and Se Vv N High beams head Communication light flasher 80 Thumbwheel for selection lists 98 High beam Assistant 106 13 Steering column stalk right TM CS Wiper 81 Roadside parking lights 105 Rainsensor 81 On board computer 98 VW B Clean the windshields and head lights 81 9 Shiftpaddles 85 10 Steering
39. The availability of the function is shown on the display of the automatic climate control Switching on 1 Switch off the ignition F 2 Press the right side of the button on the driver s side tif The symbol appears on the automatic cli mate Control Display The interior temperature air volume and air distribution can be adjusted with the ignition switched on Switch off At the lowest fan speed press the left side of the button on the driver s side tif The symbol on the display of the automatic climate control flashes Switching the system on off Switch off gt Complete system P Press and hold the left button on i the driver s side until the control clicks off gt On the front passenger side Press and hold the left button on the front passenger side Switching on Press any button except gt Rear window defroster Left side of Air volume button Seat heating Seat ventilation VV VV If necessary SYNC program Microfilter activated charcoal filter The microfilter removes dust and pollen from the incoming air The activated charcoal filter removes gaseous pollutants from the outside air that enters the vehicle This combined filter should be replaced during scheduled maintenance refer to page 218 of your vehicle Ventilation Front ventilation gt Thumbwheels to vary the temperature in the upper body region arrow 1 Toward blue colder Toward red war
40. Tire Pressure Monitor TPM The status is displayed Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 954 366 II 15 Safety Controls 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 Display and on the vehicle 1 Vehicle info 2 Vehicle status 3 Perform reset 4 Start the engine do not drive off 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 i
41. and issues a warning if it detects pedestrians and animals on the street Warm objects that are similar in shape to human be ings or animals are detected by the system If necessary the heat image can be displayed on the Control Display Heat image The image shows the heat radiated by objects in the field of view of the camera Warm objects have a light appearance and cold objects a dark appearance The ability to detect an object depends on the temperature difference between the object and the background and on the level of heat radiation emitted by the object Objects that are similar in temperature to the environment or that radiate very little heat are difficult to de tect For safety reasons when driving at speeds above approx 3 mph 5 km h and in low ambi ent light the image is only displayed when the low beams are activated A still image is displayed at regular intervals for a fraction of a second Pedestrian and animal detection Object detection and warning only functions in darkness Warm objects that are similar in shape to hu man beings are detected by the system In addition the system also detects animals above a certain minimum size e g deer With heat image activated on the Control Dis play People detected by the system are displayed with a slight yellow hue Animals detected by the system are displayed in a darker yellow Under good ambient conditions the object de tection
42. and secure it against moving on its own Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 954 366 II 15 Displays Controls Displays 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 Overview instrument cluster L F 7 z E l Y ia x j a E S 6 1 Fuelgauge 94 5 Engine oil temperature 94 2 Speedometer 6 Current fuel consumption 3 Messages e g Check Control 7 Electronic displays 87 4 Tachometer 94 8 Resetmiles 94 Electronic displays gt Displays of the hybrid system refer to gt Auto Start Stop function refer to page 75 page 88 gt On board computer refer to page 98 gt Selection lists refer to page 98 gt Date refer to page 95 gt External temperature refer to page 94 gt Transmission display refer to page 86 87 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 954 366 II 15 Controls Displays gt Miuiles trip miles refer to page 94 Messages e g Check Control refer to page 90 gt Navigation display see User s manual for Navigation Entertainment and Communi cation Range refer to page 95 gt Status Driving Dynamics Control refer to page 138 gt Service requirements refer to page 95
43. be switched on EDI Press button The green indicator lamp lights up If the automatic headlight control refer to page 105 is activated the low beams will come on automatically when you switch on the front fog lights When the high beams or headlight flasher are activated the front fog lights are not switched on Instrument lighting Adjusting The parking lights or low beams must be switched on to adjust the brightness Adjust the brightness with the thumbwheel Interior lights General 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 107 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 954 366 II 15 Controls Lights Overview Ambient light Depending on the equipment the lighting can be individually adjusted in the interior for some lights Selecting color scheme 1 Settings 2 Lighting 3 Ambient 4 Select desired setting 1 Interior lights With a color scheme selected and welcome lights activated they illuminate in the line s color when vehicle is unlocked 2 Reading lamp Switching the interior lights on and off Press button Setting the brightness The brightness of the ambient light can be ad To reel off permanently press the button for justed via the thumbwheel for the instrument approx 3 seconds lighting or o
44. button 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 Display The traffic area to the left and right is displayed on the Control Display Guidelines at the bottom of the image show the position of the front of the vehicle Brightness With the Side View switched on 1 Brightness 2 Turn the controller until the desired setting is reached and press the controller Contrast With the Side View switched on 1 Contrast 2 Turn the controller until the desired setting is reached and press the controller 156 System limits The cameras lidture a maximum range of 330 ft 100 m Top View The concept Top View provides assistance in parking and maneuvering The area around the doors and the road area around the vehicle are shown on the Control Display for this purpose General information The image is lidtured by two cameras integrated in the exterior mirrors and by the rearview camera The range is at least 7 ft 2 m to the side and rear In this way obstacles up to the height of the exterior mirrors are detected early 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 Overview Button in the vehicle
45. can also be displayed in the Head up Display System limits 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 gt When driving toward bright lights 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 Ifthe 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 97 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 954 366 II 15 Controls Displays Activating a list and adjusting the setting gt When passing buses or trucks with a speed sticker gt Ifthe traffic signs are non conforming During calibration of the camera immedi ately after vehicle shipment 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 Display No One But Y
46. can be charged in place such as before extended idle phases in order to prevent damage to the high voltage battery Start the engine 2 Engage transmission position P and set parking brake 3 Press and hold down brake pedal 4 Use the accelerator pedal to maintain an engine speed of approx 2 000 rpm After a few minutes the high voltage battery is fully charged again The battery charge indicator in the instrument cluster refer to page 88 is used to check the status General driving notes Closing the trunk lid Drive with the trunk lid closed Only drive with the tailgate closed other wise in the event of an accident or braking and evasive maneuvers passengers and other traf fic may be injured and the vehicle may be damaged In addition exhaust fumes may en ter the vehicle interior lt If driving with the tailgate open cannot be avoided gt Close all windows and the glass sunroof gt Greatly increase the air flow from the vents gt Drive moderately 184 Things to remember when driving Hot exhaust system 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 i
47. can select what information from the com puter is to be displayed on the info display of the instrument cluster On the Control Display 1 Settings 2 Instrument cluster 3 Select the desired displays Information in detail Range Displays the estimated cruising range available with the remaining fuel It is calculated based on your driving style over the last 20 miles 30 km If there is only enough fuel left for less than 45 miles 80 km the color of the display changes Average fuel consumption The average fuel consumption is calculated for the period while the engine is running The average fuel consumption is calculated for the distance traveled since the last reset by the on board comupter Average speed Periods in which the vehicle is parked with the engine manually stopped are not included in the calculation of the average speed Resetting average values Press and hold the onboard computer button on the turn signal lever 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 Time of arrival The estimated time of arrival is displayed if a destination is en tered in the navigation system before the trip is started The time must be correctly set Speed limit detection Description of the speed limit detection r
48. 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 70 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 2 954 366 II 15 Transporting children safely Controls erwise the level of protection may be re duced lt Mounts for the 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 LA
49. erate driving style and regular maintenance can influence fuel consumption and the envi ronmental impact Remove unnecessary cargo Additional weight increases fuel consumption Remove attached parts following use Remove auxiliary mirrors roof or rear luggage racks which are no longer required following use Attached parts on the vehicle impair the aero dynamics and increase the fuel consumption 190 Close the windows and glass sunroof Driving with the glass sunroof and windows open results in increased air resistance and thereby reduces the range Tires General information Tires can affect fuel consumption in various ways e g tire size may influence fuel con sumption 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 fuel consumption and tire wear Drive away immediately Do not wait for the engine to warm up while the vehicle remains stationary Start driving right away but at moderate engine speeds This is the quickest way of warming the cold engine up to operating temperature 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 Online Edition fo
50. gt Driver s door only Only the driver s door and the fuel filler flap are unlocked Pressing again un locks the entire vehicle gt All doors The entire vehicle is unlocked Trunk lid 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 A pmp za gt Tailgate The trunk lid is opened gt Tailgate door s The trunk lid is opened and the doors are unlocked Confirmation signals from the vehicle The settings are saved in the active profile re fer to page 39 1 Settings 50 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 Headlamp courtesy delay feature standing climate control The settings are saved in the active profile re fer to page 39 Settings Doors key lt Select the symbol Select the desired function s A E gt Pathway lighting Headlight courtesy delay feature gt Comfort cooling Stat
51. 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 deployment 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 si
52. inside the vehicle when the trunk lid is closed lt Manual operation In the event of an electrical fault manually op erate the unlocked trunk lid slowly and smoothly To close it completely push the trunk lid down lightly It is closed automatically Keep the closing path clear Make sure that the closing path is clear otherwise injuries may result lt Locking separately The trunk lid can be locked separately using the switch in the center armrest If the center Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 954 366 II 15 Opening and closing Controls arm rest is locked the trunk lid cannot be opened gt Trunk lid secured arrow 1 gt Trunk lid not secured ar row 2 a S ib t Slide the switch into the arrow 1 position This secures the trunk lid and disconnects it from the central locking system This is beneficial when the vehicle is parked using valet service The infrared remote con trol can be handed out without the key Emergency unlocking Pull the handle inside the cargo area The trunk lid unlocks Comfort Access The concept The vehicle can be accessed without activat ing the remote control All you need to do is 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 v
53. its steering power even during full brake applications thus increasing active safety ABS is operational every time you start the en gine 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 Adaptive brake assistant In combination with the Active Cruise Control this system ensures that the brakes respond even more rapidly when braking in critical sit uations 136 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 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 Driving off without delay After releasing the foot brake start driv ing without delay since the drive off assistant will not hold the vehicle in place for more than approx 2 seconds and the vehicle will begin to roll back lt DSC Dynamic Stability Control The concept DSC prevents traction loss in the power wheels when driving off and accelerating DSC also recognizes unstable vehicle cond
54. later 93 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 954 366 II 15 Displays Displaying stored Check Control messages On the Control Display 1 Vehicle info 2 Vehicle status 3 A Check Control 4 Select the text message Messages after trip completion Special messages displayed while driving are displayed again after the ignition is switched off Fuel gauge Vehicle tilt position may cause the display to vary Depending on the equipment version the arrow beside the fuel pump symbol shows which side of the vehicle the fuel filler flap is on Hints on refueling refer to page 196 Tachometer Always avoid engine speeds in the red warning field In this range the fuel supply is inter rupted to protect the engine Engine oil temperature gt Cold engine the pointer is at the low temperature end Drive at moderate engine and vehicle speeds gt Normal operating tempera ture the pointer is in the middle or in the left half of the temperature display 94 gt Hot engine the pointer is at the high end of the temperature range A Check Control message is also 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 216 Odometer and trip odometer Display gt Odometer arrow 1 it a gt Trip odometer arrow 2 43955 223 5 Show reset kilometers lt P
55. least 12 in 3O cm 150 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 lt 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 PDC Park Distance Control Switching on off Switching on automatically With the engine running engage lever in posi tion PR The rearview camera also switches on Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 954 366 II 15 Driving comfort Controls 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 With front PDC switching on off manually ry 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
56. left rear of the 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 is less than approx 10 in 25 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 An interval tone is interrupted with the appro priate equipment after about 3 seconds gt Ifthe vehicle stops in front of an object that is detected by only one of the corner sen sors gt If moving parallel to a wall 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 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 f
57. loss of tire inflation pressure in a tire 91 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 954 366 II 15 Controls Displays For more information see Flat Tire Monitor re fer to page 116 Tire Pressure Monitor TPM e 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 Interference through systems or devices with the same radio frequency after leav 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 112 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 219 92 Lane departure warning System is switched on and under cer gt ys i tain circumstances warns if a detected lane is left without flashing beforeha
58. low beams welcome lights High beam Assistant 7 Instrument lighting 104 Parking lights low beams headlight control General information Position of switch 0 D 20 If the driver door is opened with the ignition switched off the exterior lighting is automati cally switched off at these switch settings 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 the en gine When parking it is preferable to switch on the one sided roadside parking lights refer to page 105 Low beams Position of switch ZD with the ignition switched on the low beams light up Welcome lights When parking the vehicle leave the switch in position ZD or 40 the parking and interior lights light up briefly when the vehicle is un locked Activating deactivating On the Control Display 1 Settings 2 Lighting 3 Welcome lights Settings are stored for the profile currently in use Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 954 366 II 15 Lights Controls Headlight courtesy delay feature The low beams stay lit for a short while after the radio ready state is switched off if the lights are turned off and the headlight flasher is switched on Setting the duration On the Control Display Settings Lighting Pathway lighting
59. of Emergency wheel Speed up to a max of T 135 90 R 17 104 M With high speed tuning feature 202 50 mph 80 km h 4 2160 T 135 90 R 17 104 M 50 mph 80 km h 4 2160 Tire identification marks Tire size 245 45 R 18 96 Y 245 nominal width in mm 45 aspect ratio in Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 954 366 II 15 Wheels and tires Mobility R radial tire code 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 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 AAA BC Temperature A B C All passenger car tires must conf
60. of the vehicle for long periods and maintain a distance of at least 12 in 30 cm lt Automatic car washes Hints Note the following 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 82 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 52 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 Before driving into a car wash In order to ensure that the vehicle can roll ina car wash take the following steps 1 Drive into the car wash 2 Engage selector lever position N 233 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 954 366 II 15 Mobility Care 3 Deactivating Automatic Hold refer to page 79 4 Release the parking brake 5 Switch the engine off In this way the ignition remains switched on and a Check Control message is dis played Do not turn off the ignition in the car wash Do not turn off the ignition in the car wash otherwise selector lever
61. operates within the following distance ranges gt Pedestrian detection up to approx 330 ft 100 m gt Detection of large animals up to approx 490 ft 150 m gt Detection of medium animals up to ap prox 230 ft 70 m 127 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 954 366 II 15 Controls Safety Environmental influences can limit the availa bility of object detection If the vehicle systems detect that the vehicle is located in a residential area the animal detec tion is temporarily switched off Hints Personal responsibility Night Vision cannot replace the driver s personal judgment of the visibility conditions and the traffic situation The view ahead and the actual visibility conditions must always be the basis on which the vehicle speed is ad justed otherwise there is a risk to road safety Overview Buttons in the vehicle Intelligent Safety button Switch on switch off heat image A Camera f f e ac 128 The camera is automatically heated when the external temperatures are low The camera lens is automatically cleaned to gether with the headlights Switching on off Switching on automatically When it is dark outside the system is automat ically active after every driving off Switch off The system is only switched off until the next time the engine is started with the Start Stop button Press button VN The LED goes out Switching on heat image
62. 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 achild seat particularly in child seats re quired by NHTSA when the vehicle was manu 111 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 954 366 II 15 Controls Safety 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 Display 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 disp
63. position P is en gaged and damages can result The vehicle cannot be locked from the outside when in selector lever position N A signal sounds when an attempt is made to lock the vehicle For activation of drive readiness 1 Depress the brake pedal 2 Press the Start Stop button Pressing the Start Stop button without step ping on the brake turns the ignition off Selector lever position Selector lever position P is engaged automati cally gt When the ignition is switched off gt After approx 15 minutes Headlights gt Donotrub 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 234 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 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 co
64. recir culated air mode otherwise the air quality in the interior continuously deteriorates and win dow condensation increases lt Cooling function The car s interior can be cooled with the en gine running or switched off Ne 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 The cooling function is switched on automati cally with the AUTO program When using the automatic climate control condensation water refer to page 186 devel ops that exits underneath the vehicle Rear window defroster Press button The rear window defroster switches off automatically after a certain period of time SYNC program The current settings on the driver s side for temperature air flow air distri bution and AUTO program are transferred to the front passenger side and to the left and right rear SYNC Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 954 366 II 15 Climate control Controls The program is switched off if the settings on the front passenger side or in the rear are changed Residual heat The heat stored in the engine is used to heat the interior Functional requirement gt Upto 15 minutes after switching off the engine gt Warm engine gt The battery is sufficiently charged gt External temperature below 59 F 15 C
65. restraints front 62 Head restraints rear 64 Head up Display 102 Head up Display care 236 Heavy cargo stowing 188 Height vehicle 240 High beam Assistant 106 High beams 81 High beams low beams refer to High beam Assistant 106 High voltage battery charge indicator 88 High voltage battery dis charge 183 High voltage system safety 34 Hills 186 Hill start assistant refer to Drive off assistant 136 Hints 6 Holder for beverages 178 246 Homepage 6 Hood 211 Horn 14 Hotel function trunk lid 46 Hot exhaust system 184 HUD Head up Display 102 Hybrid system adapting to the course of the road 90 Hybrid system at a glance 31 Hybrid system automatic de activation 34 Hybrid system contact with water 34 Hybrid system displays 88 Hydroplaning 185 Ice warning see External temperature warning 94 Icy roads see External tem perature warning 94 Identification marks tires 202 Identification number see ve hicle identification num ber 9 iDrive 18 Ignition key refer to Remote control 38 Ignition off 73 Ignition on 73 Indication of a flat tire 113 116 Indicator and alarm lamps see Check Control 90 Indicator lamp see Check Control 90 Individual air distribution 163 Individual settings refer to Personal Profile 39 Inflation pressure tires 200 Inflation pressure warning FTM tires 116 Info display refer to On Board computer 98 Initialize Tire Pressure Moni tor T
66. roof racks raise the vehicle s center of gravity when loaded they have a major ef fect on vehicle handling and steering re sponse Therefore note the following when loading and driving gt Do not exceed the approved roof axle loads and the approved gross vehicle weight gt Distribute the roof load uniformly gt The roof load should not extend past the loading area gt Always place the heaviest pieces on the bottom gt Secure the roof luggage firmly e g tie with ratchet straps gt Do not let objects project into the opening path of the trunk lid gt Drive cautiously and avoid sudden acceler ation and braking maneuvers Take corners gently 189 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 954 366 II 15 Driving tips ecm Saving fuel Saving 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 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 Your vehicle contains advanced technology for the reduction of fuel consumption and emis sions Fuel consumption depends on a number of dif ferent factors Carrying out certain measures such as a mod
67. 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 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 The indicator lamp for the 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
68. switched on It pre vents the doors from being unlocked using the lock buttons or the door openers The alarm system refer to page 51 is armed Switching on interior lights and courtesy 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 52 are turned off After locking wait 10 seconds be fore pressing the button again Panic mode You can trigger the alarm system if you find yourself in a dangerous situation gt Press button on the remote control for at least 3 seconds To reel off the alarm press any button 42 Opening the trunk lid Press button on the remote control for approx 1 second The trunk lid opens regardless of whether the vehicle was previously locked or unlocked During opening the trunk lid pivots back and up Ensure that adequate clearance is available before opening Depending on the features and the country version it is also possible to have door un locked Create the settings refer to page 50 If the doors were not unlocked the trunk lid is locked again 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 ar
69. 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 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 Recommended tire brands For each tire size the manufacturer of y
70. the wipers Fold wipers back when you want to change the blades or with pending low temperatures 1 Switch the ignition on and off again N 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 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 954 366 II 15 Driving Controls 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 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 tainer Use BMW s Windshield Washer Con centrate or the equiv
71. there is a danger of getting burned Take the remote control with you when leaving the vehicle so that children cannot use the lighter and burn themselves 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 lt 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 173 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 954 366 II 15 fOfeyaitaeli wm interior 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 lt Sockets 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 The total load of all sockets must not exceed 140 watts at 12 volts Do not damage the socket by using unsuitable connectors Press on the cover Remove the cover or cigarette lighter 174 Remove the cover or cigarette lighter Socket is located below the glove compart ment To access the socket fold open the cover gt are The socket is located in the cover of the load ing lip
72. tioning system Switch off The function switches off automatically after approx two minutes or when the ignition is switched on 169 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 954 366 II 15 Controls Interior equipment Interior equipment 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 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 dam
73. to adopt the setting Activating the reel on time On the Control Display 1 Settings 2 Climate 3 Activate timer 1 or Activate timer 2 amp Symbol on the automatic climate control lights up amp The symbol on the automatic climate con trol flashes when the system has been switched on Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 954 366 II 15 Climate control Controls The system will only be switched on within the next 24 hours After that it needs to be reacti vated Auxiliary air conditioning The concept Auxiliary air conditioning cools the heated ve hicle interior immediately prior to driving off The automatic climate control lowers the inte rior temperature with high cooling output The auxiliary air conditioning can be switched on or off using the remote control The system is activated for approx two mi nutes Functional requirement Auxiliary air conditioning gt With remote control external temperature above approx 59 F 15 C gt The high voltage battery is sufficiently charged Remote control Overview Unlocking Locking Opening the trunk lid mh WON Panic mode auxiliary air conditioning Remote control range The average range is the range when the vehi cle is locked unlocked Switching on i Press button on the remote control for approx 1 second You can hear that the air conditioning starts to run The symbol is displayed on the air condi
74. to page 109 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 Semi electrically adjustable seats Ata glance Forward backward Thigh support Height tilt Backrest a fF WN Lumbar support Tilt Move the control in the desired direction until the desired tilt is set 57 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 954 366 II 15 Controls Adjusting Forward backward Electrically adjustable seats Overview Pull the lever and slide the seat in the desired direction After releasing the control move the seat for 1 Thigh support ward or back slightly making sure it engages 2 Forward back height tilt properly 3 Shoulder support 4 Backrest width Height 5 Lumbar support 6 Backrest head restraint General information The seat setting for the driver s seat is stored for the profile cu
75. wheel 85 Shoulder support 60 Side airbags 109 Side View 155 Signaling horn 14 Signals when unlocking 50 Silent Start electric drive readiness 74 Sitting safely 57 Size 240 Slide tilt glass roof 54 Smallest turning radius 240 Smoker s package 172 Snow chains 210 Socket 173 Socket OBD Onboard Diag nostics 219 SOS button 227 Spare fuse 226 Speaker lighting 108 Specified engine oil types 215 Speed average 99 Speed limit detection on board computer 99 Speed limiter display 96 Speed Limit Information 96 Speed warning 100 249 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 954 366 II 15 Reference Everything from A to Z Split screen 23 SPORT program Dynamic Driving Control 139 Sport displays torque dis play performance dis play 100 SPORT program driving dy namics 139 Sport program transmis sion 85 Stability control systems 136 Standing air conditioning re mote control 50 Start Stop button 73 Start function during malfunc tion 39 Starting the combustion en gine 75 Status control display tires 113 Status information iDrive 22 Status of Owner s Manual 7 Steering wheel adjusting 67 Steering wheel heating 68 Steering wheel memory 65 Steptronic transmission 83 Storage compartment re mote control 179 Storage compartments 176 Storage compartments loca tions 176 Storage tires 206 Storing the vehicle 236 Suitable engine oils 215 Summer tires tread 204
76. wheel buttons left E Store speed 148 141 A a 820 Start stop the engine switch driving readiness and the ignition on off 73 N _ _ Resume speed 149 144 15 Horn total area Steering wheel heating 68 Cruise control on off interrupt ing 141 JJ m N amp Adjust the steering wheel 68 EJ 5 19 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 954 366 II 15 Ataglance CELEUS Cockpit 18 Open the trunk lid 44 19 Unlocking the hood Coa All around the center console 1 Control Display 18 8 2 Glove compartment 176 3 Ventilation 165 4 A Hazard warning system 227 oe 9 s Central locking system 44 PY 5 Radio CD Multimedia see user s manual for Navigation Entertainment and Commu nication 6 Automatic climate control 162 7 Controller with buttons 18 10 a COMFORT np n 16 Parking brake 77 Auto Hold 78 PDC Park Distance Control 150 Top View 156 Rearview camera 152 Parking assistant 158 Side View 155 Driving Dynamics Control 138 DSC Dynamic Stability Con trol 136 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 954 366 II 15 Cockpit Ataglance a glance 11 Transmission selector lever All around the roofliner 1 Intelligent Emergency Re 4 Reading lights 108 SOS quest 227 N q 2 7 Glass sunroof powered 54 5 Interior lights 107 Indicator lamp front seat pas senger airbag 111 Ww Re Pa D amp 17 Online Edition for Part no 01
77. 0 km h Your car handles differently when you lose tire inflation pressure e g your lane stability is re duced when braking braking distances are longer and the self steering properties will change lt 117 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 954 366 II 15 Controls Safety Final tire failure Vibrations or loud noises while driving can indicate the final failure of a tire Reduce speed and stop otherwise pieces of the tire could come loose and cause an accident Do not continue driving and contact your service center lt Intelligent Safety The concept Intelligent Safety enables central operation of the driver assistance system Depending on how the vehicle is equipped In telligent Safety consists of one or more sys tems that can help prevent a imminent colli sion These systems are active automatically every time the engine is started using the Start Stop button gt Front end collision warning refer to page 119 gt Pedestrian warning refer to page 124 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 d
78. 40 2 954 366 II 15 Ataglance GEIG iDrive iDrive 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 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 shado
79. 54 366 II 15 Ataglance GECUL E Voice activation system This can unnecessarily delay the establish ment of a phone connection Instead use the SOS button refer to page 227 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 windows and glass sun roof closed to prevent noise interference gt Avoid making other noise in the vehicle while speaking 28 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 954 366 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 p
80. 6 II 15 Notes Po 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 For any options and equipment not described in this Owner s Handbook refer to the Supple mentary Owner s Handbooks 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 for the Owner s Manuals are found in the ap pendix of the printed Quick Reference for the 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 di
81. 7 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 954 366 II 15 Mobility Breakdown assistance When the emergency request is received at the BMW Response Center the BMW Response Center contacts you and takes further steps to help you Even if you are unable to respond the BMW Response Center can take further steps to help you under certain circum stances For this data are transmitted to the BMW 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 Under certain conditions an Emergency Re quest is automatically initiated immediately af ter a severe accident Automatic Collision Noti fication is not affected by pressing the SOS button Warning triangle S The warning triangle is located in the container on the inside of the trunk lid Unscrew the wing nut to open 228 First aid kit Note Some of the articles have a limited service life Check the expiration dates of the contents regularly and replace any expired items promptly Storage ae The first aid kit is located in the container on the inside of the trunk lid Unscrew the wing nut to open Jump starting General information If the
82. 954 366 II 15 Controls Safety Camera ita 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 Switch off y Press button the systems are turned Mm off The LED goes out Press button the systems are turned on The LED lights up 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 e The red symbol is displayed and a sig ZMN 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 126 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 and Dynamic Traction Control DTC is acti vated 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 L
83. BMW AG Munich US English II 15 03 15 490 Printed on environmentally friendly paper bleached without chlorine suitable for recycling Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 954 366 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 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 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 Where the text of the Owner s Manual con tains an affirmative instruction to contact a service center or your service center we wanted to clarify that BMW recom mends that if you are faced with one of the situations addressed by that text you con tact or seek the assistance of a BMW dealer s service center or another service center or repair shop that employs trained personnel that can perform maintenance and repair work on your vehicle in accor dance with BMW specifications While BMW of North America LLC at no cost to you will pay for repairs required by the limited w
84. Brake lights adaptive 133 Brake lights brake force dis play 133 Brake lights bulb replace ment 223 Brake pads break in 182 Braking hints 185 Breakdown assistance 227 Break in 182 Brightness of Control Dis play 102 Bulb replacement 220 Bulb replacement front 221 Bulb replacement rear 223 Bulbs and lights 220 Button RES 144 Button Start Stop 73 Bypassing refer to Jump starting 228 C California Proposition 65 Warning 8 Calling up mirror adjust ment 50 Calling up seat adjust ment 50 Calling up steering wheel ad justment 50 Camera lenses care 236 Camera rearview cam era 153 Camera Side View 155 Camera Top View 157 Can holder refer to Cu pholder 178 Car battery 225 Car care products 234 Care displays 236 Care vehicle 234 Cargo 187 Cargo area storage compart ments 179 Cargo securing 188 Cargo straps securing cargo 188 Car key refer to Remote con trol 38 Carpet care 236 Car wash 233 Catalytic converter refer to Hot exhaust system 184 CBS Condition Based Serv ice 218 CD Multimedia see user s manual for Navigation En tertainment and Communi cation Center armrest 177 Center console 16 Central locking system 44 Central screen refer to Con trol Display 18 Changes technical refer to Safety 7 Changing parts 220 Changing wheels 225 Changing wheels tires 205 CHARGE energy recov ery Charge indicator high volt age battery 88
85. Door lock refer to Remote control 38 Doors Automatic Soft Clos ing 44 DRIVE driving with combus tion engine 77 Drive off assistant 136 Drive off assistant refer to DSC 136 Driver assistance refer to In telligent Safety 118 Drive readiness in detail 74 Drive readiness states 73 Drive readuness deacti vate 75 Driving Assistant refer to In telligent Safety 118 Driving Dynamics Con trol 138 Driving instructions break in 182 Driving instructions hybrid system 182 Driving mode 138 Driving notes general 184 Driving stability control sys tems 136 Driving tips 184 Driving with combustion en gine DRIVE 77 DSC Dynamic Stability Con trol 136 DTC Dynamic Traction Con trol 137 Dynamic Damping Con trol 138 Dynamic Stability Control DSC 136 Dynamic Traction Control DTC 137 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 954 366 II 15 Everything from A to Z Reference E eBOOST assistance for the combustion engine 77 ECO PRO 191 ECO PRO bonus range 192 ECO PRO display 191 ECO PRO driving mode 191 ECO PRO mode 191 ECO PRO Tip driving in struction 193 eDRIVE electric driving 76 Electric drive readiness Si lent Start 74 Electric driving eDRIVE 76 Electronic displays instru ment cluster 87 Electronic oil measure ment 213 Electronic Stability Program ESP refer to DSC 136 Emergency detection remote control 39 Emergency release fuel filler flap 197 Emergency
86. Driver buckled in and doors closed Automatic Hold The concept This system assists the driver by automatically setting and releasing the brake such as when moving in stop and go traffic The vehicle is automatically held in place when it is stationary On inclines the system prevents the vehicle from rolling backward when driving off Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 954 366 II 15 Driving Controls Overview r weg Automatic Hold Safety information Secure the vehicle against rolling Before leaving the vehicle with activated drive readiness engage position P of the Step tronic transmission and ensure that the park ing brake is set Otherwise the vehicle may begin to move Under the following conditions Automatic Hold is automatically deactivated and the park ing brake is set gt Drive readiness is deactivated gt A door is opened and driver s safety belt is unbuckled while the vehicle is stationary gt The moving vehicle is brought to a stand still using the parking brake park he indicator lamp switches from green to red and the letters AUTO H go out Activating This function can be activated when the driv er s door is closed the safety belt is fastened and drive readiness is activated and the engine is running Press button The LED and the letters AUTO H light AUTOH up The indicator lamp lights up ick Automatic Hold is activated Deactivating weg
87. Edition for Part no 01 40 2 954 366 II 15 Ataglance GEIG iDrive Menu items in the Owner s Manual In the Owner s Manual menu items that can be selected are set in quotation marks e g Settings Changing between panels After a menu item is selected e g Radio a new panel is displayed Panels can overlap gt 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 gt Move the controller to the right Opens new display on top of previous screen a Manual CARIVARI ENERGY GONG 96 3 KLASSIK 100 0 MHz 101 3 MHz White arrows pointing to the left or right indi cate that additional panels can be opened Display of an opened menu 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 gt Move the controller to the left repeatedly until the first panel is displayed gt Press the menu button on the controller twice Opening the Options menu Press button The Options menu is displayed 20 t Options LY Split screen Turn off control display FM Display Owner s Manual QO HD Radio reception O RDS Radio Additional options move the controller to the right repeatedly until the Options menu is displayed Options menu The Options menu consists of various areas
88. 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 109 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 954 366 II 15 Controls Safety 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 gt 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 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 Donot place slip covers seat cushions or other objects on the front passenger se
89. PM 113 Initializing Flat Tire Monitor FTM 116 Instrument cluster 87 Instrument cluster electronic displays 87 Instrument lighting 107 Integrated key 38 Integrated Owner s Manual in the vehicle 29 Intelligent Emergency Re quest 227 Intelligent Safety 118 Intensity AUTO pro gram 163 Interior equipment 170 Interior lights 107 Interior lights during unlock ing 41 Interior lights with the vehicle locked 42 Interior motion sensor 52 Interior rearview mirror auto matic dimming feature 67 Interior rearview mirror man ually dimmable 67 Internet page 6 Interval display service re quirements 95 Interval mode 81 J Jacking points for the vehicle jack 225 Joystick Steptronic transmis sion 84 Jump starting 228 K Key remote control 38 Keyless Go refer to Comfort Access 47 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 954 366 II 15 Everything from A to Z Reference Key Memory refer to Per sonal Profile 39 Kickdown Steptronic trans mission 84 Knee airbag 110 L Lamp replacement 220 Lamp replacement front 221 Lamp replacement rear 223 Lane departure warning 130 Lane margin warning 130 Language on Control Dis play 101 Lashing eyes securing cargo 188 LATCH child restraint sys tem 70 Leather care 234 LED front fog lights bulb re placement 223 LED headlights bulb replace ment 223 LED light 223 LEDs light emitting di odes 221 Length vehicle 240 Lette
90. Park Distance Control PDC Rearview camera Side View Head up Display Driving Dynamics Control VV VV VV VV VV VV VV OV Driver s seat position exterior mirror posi tion steering wheel position Cruise control Intelligent Safety Active Blind Spot Detection VV V V Night vision 40 Profile management Opening profiles Regardless of the remote control in use a dif ferent profile may be activated Settings Profiles Select a profile V OO N 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 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 a a Rename current profile Resetting profiles The settings of the active profile are reset to their default values Settings Profiles Options ow ee 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 Online Edition for Par
91. Press button again The LED and the letters AUTO H go out Automatic Hold is deactivated If the vehicle is being held by Automatic Hold press on the brake pedal to deactivate it When the parking brake is set manually Auto matic Hold is deactivated automatically Driving Automatic Hold is activated the vehicle is au tomatically secured against rolling when it stops park The indicator lamp lights up green Step on the accelerator pedal to drive off The brake is released automatically The indicator lamp goes out Before driving into a car wash Before driving into the car wash deacti vate Automatic Hold otherwise the parking brake will be set when the vehicle is stationary and the vehicle will no longer be able to roll lt Parking The parking brake is automatically set if drive readiness is deactivated while the vehicle is being held by Automatic Hold park The indicator lamp changes from green to red The parking brake is not set if drive readiness is deactivated while the vehicle is coasting to a halt Automatic Hold is deactivated 79 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 954 366 II 15 Controls Driving 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 Malfunction In the event of a failure or malfunction of the parking brake secure the vehicle against roll ing us
92. RACTION driving dynam ics 137 Transmission lock electronic unlocking 86 Transmission see Steptronic transmission 83 Transporting children safely 69 Tread tires 204 Trip computer 99 Triple turn signal activa tion 80 Trip odometer 94 Trunk lid automatic 45 Trunk lid closing 45 Trunk lid closing with no touch activation 48 Trunk lid emergency unlock Ing 47 Trunk lid hotel function 46 Trunk lid opening 44 Trunk lid opening with no touch activation 48 Trunk lid via remote con trol 42 Turning circle 240 Turning circle lines rearview camera 154 Turn signals operation 80 Turn signals rear bulb re placement 223 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 954 366 II 15 Everything from A to Z Reference U Unintentional alarm 52 Units of measure 102 Universal remote control 170 Unlock button Steptronic transmission 84 Unlocking locking via door lock 43 Unlocking locking with re mote control 41 Unlocking settings 50 Updates made after the edito rial deadline 7 Upholstery care 235 USB interface 175 V Vanity mirror 172 Vehicle battery 225 Vehicle battery replac Ing 225 Vehicle break in 182 Vehicle care 234 Vehicle features and op tions 6 Vehicle identification num ber 9 Vehicle jack 225 Vehicle paint 234 Vehicle storage 236 Vehicle wash 233 Ventilation 165 Venting see ventilation 165 Vent see ventilation 165 VIN see vehicle identification nu
93. Request 227 Emergency start function en gine start 39 Emergency unlocking trans mission lock 86 Emergency unlocking trunk lid 47 Energy recovery CHARGE 77 Engine automatic stop 75 Engine compartment 211 Engine compartment work Ing in 211 Engine coolant 216 Engine oil 213 Engine oil adding 214 Engine oil additives 214 Engine oil change 215 Engine oil filler neck 214 Engine oil temperature 94 Engine oil types alterna tive 215 Engine oil types ap proved 215 Engine start during malfunc tion 39 Engine start jump start ing 228 Engine temperature 94 Entering a car wash 233 Equipment interior 170 Error displays see Check Control 90 ESP Electronic Stability Pro gram refer to DSC 136 Exchanging wheels tires 205 Exhaust system 184 Exterior mirror automatic dimming feature 67 Exterior mirrors 66 External start 228 External temperature dis play 94 External temperature warn ing 94 Eyes for securing cargo 188 F Failure message see Check Control 90 False alarm refer to Uninten tional alarm 52 Fan refer to Air flow 163 Filler neck for engine oil 214 Fine wood care 235 First aid kit 228 Fitting for towing see Tow fit ting 231 Flat tire changing wheels 225 Flat Tire Monitor FTM 116 Flat tire Tire Pressure Moni tor TPM 112 Flat tire warning lamp 113 116 Flooding 185 Floor carpet care 236 Floor mats care 236 Fold out position wiper 82 Foot b
94. TCH 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 lt 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 isorix bols Use of inner lower anchors from standard outboard LATCH positions to install a child restraint system in the center is not recommended For the center position use the vehicle seat belt instead 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 eyes 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 to
95. The tire pressure gage of the Mobility Sys tem refer to page 206 can possibly be used for this purpose If the tire inflation pressure in all four tires is shown to be correct it is possible that the Tire Pressure Monitor did not perform areset Then perform the reset If an identification is not possible please contact the service center 2 Fixing a flat tire where applicable with the Mobility System Use of tire sealant e g the Mobility System may damage the TPM wheel electronics In this case have the electronics checked at the next opportunity and have them replaced if needed Run flat tires Maximum speed You may continue driving with a damaged tire at speeds up to 50 mph 80 km h Continued driving with a flat tire If continuing to drive with a damaged tire 1 Avoid sudden braking and steering maneu vers 2 Donot exceed a speed of 50 mph 80 km h 3 Check the air pressure in all four tires at the next opportunity If the tire inflation pressure in all four tires is shown to be correct it is possible that the Tire Pressure Monitor did not perform a reset In that case carry out a reset Possible driving distance with complete loss of tire inflation pressure 114 The possible driving distance after a loss of tire inflation pressure depends on cargo load driv ing style and road conditions A vehicle with an average load has a possible driving range of approx 50 miles 80 km A vehicle with a d
96. To access the socket fold open the cover Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 954 366 II 15 Interior equipment Controls 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 see user s manual for Navigation Entertainment and Communi cation Hints Observe the following when connecting gt Do not use force when plugging the con nector into the USB interface gt Do not connect devices such as fans or lights to the USB interface Do not connect USB hard drives gt Donotuse the USB interface for recharg ing external devices With navigation system Professional or TV at a glance Oy yw 2 ON The USB interface is located in the center arm rest 175 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 954 366 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 stow an
97. a 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 output 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 Gi Press button on the steering wheel 3 Tone 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 7 2 SS Select setting lt 4 Speech mode Standard Short 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 27 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 9
98. 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 radar sensor is located in the lower area of the front bumper 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 Always keep radar sensor clean and unob traffic conditions lt structed 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 122 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 954 366 II 15 Safety Controls 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 Switch off ws Press button the system is switched off The LED goes out Re press button the system is switched on The LED lights up Setting the warning 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 Di
99. additionally The heat image from the Night Vision camera can also be displayed on the Control Display This function has no effect on object detec tion Press button A The image from the camera is displayed on the Control Display Adjustments via the iDrive With heat image switched on 1 Press the controller 2 Select brightness or contrast gt Select the symbol gt Select the symbol 3 Turn the controller until the desired setting is selected 4 Press the controller Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 954 366 II 15 Safety Controls Display Warning of people or animals in danger If a collision with a person or an animal de tected in this way is imminent a warning sym bol appears on the instrument cluster and in the Head up Display Although both the shape and the heat radiation are analyzed false warnings cannot be ruled out Warning area in front of the vehicle The warning area for the pedestrian warning consists of two parts gt Central area arrow 1 directly in front of the vehicle gt Expanded area arrow 2 to the right and left With animal warnings no distinction is made between the central or expanded area The entire area moves along with the vehicle in the direction of the steering angle and changes with the vehicle speed As the vehicle speed increases the area becomes longer and wider e g Prewarning The yellow symbol is displayed when a fala
100. age Also follow the safety instructions of the hand held transmitter lt Before selling the vehicle delete the stored functions for the sake of security 170 Compatibility If this symbol is printed on the packag a ing or in the instructions of the system to be controlled 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 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 954 366 II 15 Interior equipment Controls 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 progra
101. alent Adding washer fluid Only add washer fluid when the engine is cool and then close the cover completely to avoid contact between the washer fluid and hot engine parts Otherwise there is a danger of fire and a risk to personal safety if the fluid is spilled Washer fluid reservoir 4 Vi All washer nozzles are supplied from one res ervolr 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 transmission Selector lever positions D Drive Selector lever position for normal vehicle oper ation All gears for forward travel are activated automatically R is Reverse Select only when the vehicle is stationary N Neutral The vehicle may roll Use in automatic car washes e g 83 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 954 366 II 15 Driving When the ignition is switched off refer to page 73 selector lever position P is engaged automatically P Park Select only when the vehicle is stationary
102. als Do not swap over the positive and negative terminals of the connectors otherwise there is a danger that components of the hybrid sys tem or the vehicle s electronics may be irrepar ably damaged Take note of the label next to the positive ter minal Before you begin reel off all unnecessary elec tronic systems power consumers such as the radio on the assisting and receiving vehicles 1 Pull off the lid of the BMW starting aid ter minal 2 Attach one terminal clamp of the positive jumper cable to the positive terminal of the battery or to the corresponding starting aid terminal of the vehicle providing assis tance 3 Attach the terminal clamp on the other end of the cable to the positive terminal of the battery or to the corresponding starting aid terminal of the vehicle to be started 4 Attach one terminal clamp of the negative jumper cable to the negative terminal of the battery or to the corresponding engine or body ground of assisting vehicle 5 Attach the second terminal clamp to the negative terminal of the battery or to the corresponding engine or body ground of the vehicle to be started Starting the engine Never use spray fluids to start the engine 1 Start the engine of the assisting vehicle and let it run for several minutes at an in creased idle speed Start the engine of the vehicle that is to be started in the usual way If the first starting attempt is not success ful wai
103. amaged tire reacts differ ently e g it has reduced lane stability during braking a longer braking distance and different self steering properties Adjust your driving style accordingly Avoid abrupt steering ma neuvers or driving over obstacles e g curbs potholes etc Because the possible driving distance de pends on how the vehicle is used during the trip the actual distance may be shorter or lon ger depending on the driving speed road con ditions external temperature cargo load etc Continued driving with a flat tire Drive moderately and do not exceed a speed of 50 mph 80 km h Your car handles differently when you lose tire inflation pressure e g your lane stability is re duced when braking braking distances are longer and the self steering properties will change lt Final tire failure Vibrations or loud noises while driving can indicate the final failure of a tire Reduce speed and stop otherwise pieces of the tire could come loose and cause an accident Do not continue driving and contact your service center Required tire inflation pressure check message A Check Control message is displayed in the following situations gt The system has detected a wheel change but no reset was done gt Inflation was not carried out according to specifications Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 954 366 II 15 Safety Controls gt The tire inflation pressure has fallen below the level of t
104. an and animal detection In some situations it may occur that pedes trians are detected as animals or animals as pedestrians Small animals are not detected by the object detection function even if they are clearly visi ble in the image Limited detection gt People or animals who are fully or partially covered especially when their heads are covered gt People who are not in an upright position e g lying down gt Cyclists on unconventional bicycles e g recumbent bicycles gt After physical damage to the system e g after an accident No display on the rear screen The image from Night Vision cannot be dis played on the rear screen Lane departure warning The concept Starting at a specific speed this system alerts you when the vehicle on streets with lane markings is about to leave the lane This speed depending on the country version is between 35 mph 55 km h and 45 mph 70 km h When switching on the system below this speed a message is displayed in the instru ment cluster The steering wheel begins vibrating gently in the event of warnings The time of the warning may vary depending on the current driving sit uation The system does not provide a warning if the turn signal is set before leaving the lane 130 Hints Personal responsibility The system cannot serve as a substitute for the driver s personal judgment of the course of the road and the traffic situation I
105. ance for the combustion engine The combustion engine provides the primary performance to move the vehicle The electric motor provides assistance as needed with additional propulsive 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 Energy recovery CHARGE The hybrid system makes it possible to con vert kinetic energy into electrical power when braking and coasting This recovered energy charges the high voltage battery If necessary this stored electrical energy is output to the electric motor The following conditions must be met to re cover kinetic energy gt The vehicle is moving gt Transmission position D M S is set gt The high voltage battery is not fully charged Energy recovery displays in the instrument cluster refer to page 89 Parking brake The concept The parking brake is used to prevent the vehi cle from rolling when it is parked if Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 954 366 II 15 Driving 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
106. ance 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 damaged 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 Charging the battery General information Make sure that the battery is always suffi ciently charged to guarantee that the battery remains usable for its full service life The battery may need to be charged in the fol lowing cases gt When making frequent short distance drives gt If the vehicle is not used for prolonged pe riods longer than a month 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 Starting aid terminals In the vehicle only charge the battery via the starting aid terminals refer to page 229 in the engine compartment with the engine off 225 O
107. 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 Hybrid system contact with water The hybrid 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 gt Liquid escapes in the trunk In these cases there is no risk of injury from electrocution Other damage to the vehicle is possible 34 Hybrid system automatic deactivation If an accident occurs the hybrid 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 231 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 954 366 II 15 Safety of the high voltage system Ataglance a glance 35 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 954 366 II 15 Controls This chapter is intended to provide you with information that will give you complete control of your vehicle All features and accessories that are useful for driving and your safety comfort and convenience are described here Controls Opening and closing Opening and closing Vehicle features and options This chapter desc
108. arranties provided with respect to your vehicle and for maintenance under the Maintenance Program during the appli cable warranty and maintenance coverage periods you are free to elect both during those periods and thereafter to have main tenance and repair work provided by other service centers or repair shops Where the Owner s Manual makes refer ence to parts and accessories having been approved by BMW those references are intended to reflect that those parts and accessories are recommended by BMW of North America LLC You may elect to use other parts and accessories but if you do 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 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 Parts and Accesso ries section in the sixth sentence the word cannot should read does not At page 62 in the Check and replace safety belts section the text beginning This should only be done by your service center should be disregarded and the following text should be read in lieu thereof BMW recommends having this work per formed by a service center as it is important that this safety feature functions properly
109. arts 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 not at hand Owner s Manual Search for information and descriptions by en tering terms selected from the index Select components aini Press button Turn the controller open Vehicle info Press the controller a a E Selecting desired range gt Quick reference gt Search by pictures gt Owner s Manual Vehicle info Quick reference Search by pictures v Owners Manual Onboard info Trip computer Vehicle status a aa 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 2 954 366 II 15 Ataglance eMelreliasm integrated Owner s Manual in the vehicle Context help Owner s Manual to the temporarily selected function You may open the
110. at 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 Do not remove the airbag system gt Do not remove the steering wheel 110 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 the 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 unintentiona
111. atic climate con trol 162 Automatic Cruise Control with Stop amp Go 141 Automatic Curb Monitor 66 Automatic deactivation front seat passenger airbags 111 Automatic deactivation of the hybrid system 34 Automatic headlight con trol 105 Automatic Hold 78 Automatic locking 50 Automatic recirculated air control 164 Automatic Soft Closing doors 44 Automatic transmission see Steptronic transmission 83 Automatic trunk lid 45 AUTO program automatic cli mate control 163 AUTO program intensity 163 Auto Start Stop function 75 Auxiliary air conditioning 169 Average fuel consumption 99 Average speed 99 Axle loads weights 241 Backrest curvature refer to Lumbar support 59 Backrest width 59 Band aids refer to First aid kit 228 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 954 366 II 15 Everything from A to Z Reference Bar for tow starting towing 230 Battery replacement vehicle battery 225 Battery replacement vehicle remote control 39 Battery vehicle 225 Belts safety belts 61 Beverage holder cu pholder 178 Blinds sun protection 53 BMW ActiveHybrid 31 BMW Assist see user s manual for Navigation En tertainment and Communi cation BMW Driver s Guide App 6 BMW Homepage 6 BMW Internet page 6 BMW maintenance sys tem 218 Bonus range ECO PRO 192 Bottle holder refer to Cu pholder 178 Brake assistant 136 Brake assistant adaptive 136 Brake discs break in 182 Brake force display 133
112. ator pedal pressing the RES but ton or rocker switch Indicator warning lights Personal responsibility The indicator and warning lights do not relieve the driver of the responsibility to adapt his or her desired driving speed and style to the traffic conditions The vehicle symbol lights up orange A vehicle has been detected ahead of you The vehicle symbol flashes orange The conditions are not adequate for the system to work The system was deactivated but applies the brakes until you actively resume control by pressing on the brake pedal or accelerator pedal The vehicle symbol flashes red and an acoustic signal sounds You are requested to intervene by braking or make an evasive maneuver Displays in the Head up Display Some system information can also be dis played in the Head up Display 145 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 954 366 II 15 Controls Driving comfort Distance information f The symbol is displayed when the dis tance from the vehicle traveling ahead is too short Active Cruise Control switched off gt Display in the Head up Display selected refer to page 102 gt Distance too short Speed greater than approx 40 mph 70 km h System limits Speed range The system is best used on well constructed roads The minimum speed that can be set is 20 mph 30 km h The maximum speed that can be set depends on the vehicle The system can also be activated
113. ats 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 185 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 954 366 II 15 DOUES Things to remember when driving 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 or with the engine stopped as doing so disables engine braking In addition steering and brake assist are un available with the engine stopped 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 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 Infrequent use of the brakes Corrosion will built up when the maximum pressu
114. attery Note Follow the instructions for discharging the high voltage battery refer to page 183 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 954 366 II 15 Care Mobility 237 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 954 366 II 15 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 Reference This chapter contains the technical data and an index that will quickly take you to the information you need Reference Technical data Technical data 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 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 ActiveHybrid 5 Width with mirrors Width without mirrors Height Length Wheelbase Smallest turning radius diam 240 the selected options or country versions This also applies to safety related functions and systems The respectively applicable country provisions must be observ
115. ay Maximum cooling Seat heating 60 Switching the rear automatic climate control on off x 2 Settings Climate Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 954 366 II 15 Climate control Controls 3 Rear climate The rear automatic climate control is not op erational if the automatic climate control is switched off or if the function for defrosting or defogging the windows is active AUTO program AUTO Press button Air flow air distribution and tempera ture are controlled automatically Depending on the selected temperature the AUTO intensity and outside influences the air is directed to the upper body and into the foot well The cooling function is switched on automati cally with the AUTO program Intensity of the AUTO program With the AUTO program activated the auto matic intensity control can be changed Press the left or right side of the but ton decrease or increase the inten sity The selected intensity is shown on the display of the automatic climate control Temperature The automatic climate control achieves this temperature as quickly as possible if needed by using the maximum cooling or heating ca pacity and then keeps it constant Turn the ring to set the desired temperature Do not rapidly switch between different tem perature settings The automatic climate con trol will not have sufficient time to adjust the set temperature Manual air distr
116. battery is discharged the engine can be started using the battery of another vehicle and two jumper cables Only use jumper ca bles with fully insulated clamp handles Hints Do not touch live parts To avoid the risk of potentially fatal in jury always avoid all contact with electrical components while the engine Is running To prevent personal injury or damage to both vehicles adhere strictly to the following proce dure Vehicles with hybrid drive cannot be used for jump starting Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 954 366 II 15 Breakdown assistance Mobility Preparation Bodywork contact between vehicles Make sure that there is no contact be tween the bodywork of the two vehicles other wise there is a danger of short circuits lt 1 Check whether the battery of the other ve hicle has a voltage of 12 volts This infor mation can be found on the battery 2 Switch off the engine of the assisting vehi cle 3 Switch off any electronic systems power consumers in both vehicles Starting aid terminals Connecting order Connect the jumper cables in the correct order to prevent risk of injury from arcing lt The so called starting aid terminal in the en gine compartment acts as the battery s posi tive terminal M The body ground or a special nut acts as the battery negative terminal Connecting the cables Be careful not to swap over the positive and negative connector termin
117. bility to steer and brake the vehicle 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 Driving tips 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 Only use floor mats that have been approved for the vehicle and can be properly attached to floor Ensure that the floor m
118. bout the driver so that increasing lack of alertness or fatigue can be detected This procedure takes the following criteria into account gt Personal driving style e g steering behav ior gt Driving conditions e g length of trip Starting at approximately 43 mph 70 km h the system is active and can display a recommen dation to take a break Break recommendation If the driver becomes increasingly less alert or fatigued a message is displayed in the Control Display with the recommendation to take a break 133 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 954 366 II 15 Controls Safety A recommendation to take a break is displayed only once during an uninterrupted trip After a break another recommendation to take a break cannot be displayed until after approxi mately 45 minutes System limits The function may be limited in the following situations for instance and will either output an incorrect warning or no warning at all gt When the clock ts set incorrectly gt When the vehicle speed is mainly below about 43 mph 70 km h gt With a sporty driving style such as during rapid acceleration or when cornering fast gt Inactive driving situations such as when changing lanes frequently gt When the road surface is poor gt Inthe event of strong side winds PreCrash The concept With this system critical driving situations that might result in an accident can be detected abov
119. 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 the hybrid system efficiently The concept The vehicle s hybrid system runs automati cally Through foresighted driving the hybrid properties are efficiently used i e fuel con sumption and energy recovery are optimized Optimizing energy recovery Types of energy recovery Energy recovery is used to charge the high voltage battery It is important for the supply of electrical components and thus a prerequisite for fuel efficiency It appears in three stages during coasting to a halt and braking Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 954 366 II 15 Low energy recovery During coasting to a halt without stepping on the brake Average energy recovery During a slight deceleration by gently pressing the brake pedal Maximum energy recovery During firmer pressing on the brake pedal Foresighted driving and decelerating helps with optimizing energy recovery Brake according to traffic and circum stances Brake in accordance with the traffic conditions or there is the risk of accident lt As soon as the display shows the maximum energy recovery only press the brake pedal harder if required by the situation In many driving situations the h
120. c driving and operating modes Driving tips _ eka 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 accomplish a long vehicle life and good efficiency 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 they achieve their full traction potential after a break in time 182 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
121. cause of the long life of these bulbs the likelihood of failure is very low Switching the lights on and off frequently shortens their life If a bulb fails reel on the front fog lights and continue the trip with great care Comply with local regulations Do not perform work bulb replacement on xenon headlights Unscrew the lid remove it and change the Have any work on the xenon lighting system bulb including bulb replacement performed only by a service center Due to the high voltage present in the system there is a danger of fatal injuries if work is carried out improperly Corner illuminating lights Follow general instructions refer to page 220 The illustration shows the left side of the en gine compartment 55 watt bulb H7 Parking lights and roadside parking lamp 1 Fold open the cover in the engine compart Follow general instructions refer to page 220 ment For checking and adjusting headlamp aim please contact your BMW center These lights feature LED technology Contact your service center in the event of a malfunction Accessing the bulbs Remove the screws and fold down the lid Turn signal Follow general instructions refer to page 220 The illustration shows the left side of the en gine compartment 24 waitt bulb PY 222 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 954 366 II 15 Replacing components Unscrew the bulb holder counterclockwise LED front fog lights Th
122. center position Press unlock button in order to gt Engage R gt Shift out of P Engaging P Press button P Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 954 366 II 15 Sport program and manual mode Activating the sport program 7 Press the selector lever to the left out of selec tor lever position D The engaged gear is displayed in the instru ment cluster e g S1 The sport program of the transmission is acti vated eDRIVE electric driving and the Auto Start Stop function are deactivated Coasting to a standstill and braking phases will be used more often to recover energy The high volt age battery will be charged more quickly Activating the M S 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 gear is changed The engaged gear is displayed in the instru ment cluster e g M1 Once maximum engine speed is attained M S 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 Driving 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 currentl
123. ched on 1 Select the symbol 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 157 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 954 366 II 15 Controls Driving comfort 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 Parking aid lines Turning circle and pathway lines are displayed System limits Top View cannot be used in the following sit uations gt With a door open gt With the trunk lid open gt With an exterior mirror folded in gt In poor light A Check Control message is displayed in some of these situations Parking assistant The concept Ce a T Ooo Ml I This system assists the driver in parking paral lel to the road Ultrasound sensors measure parking spaces on both sides of the vehicle Manual transmission Steptronic transmission The parking assistant calculates the best pos sible parking line and during the parking proce dure takes control of steering the acceleration 158 and braking and if needed changes th
124. cking the windows and the glass sunroof close and the exterior mirrors fold in 48 Separately unlocking the trunk lid Press button on the exterior of the trunk lid This corresponds to pressing the re mote control button The situation of the doors does not change 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 trunk lid is closed lt Opening and closing trunk lid with no touch activation The trunk lid can be opened with no touch ac tivation using the remote control you are carry ing With automatic tailgate operation it can also be closed with no touch activation Two sensors detect a forward directed foot motion in the center of the area at the rear of the car and the trunk lid opens and or closes Foot movement to be carried out Do not touch vehicle With the foot motion make sure there is steady stance and do not touch the vehicle otherwise there is a danger of injury e g from hot exhaust system parts 1 Place in the center behind the vehicle about an arm s length from the vehicle rear 2 Move a foot in the direction of travel as far under the vehicle as possible and immedi ately pull it back With this movement the Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 954 366 II 15 Opening and closing Controls leg must pass through the ranges
125. commended fuel grade 198 Roofliner 17 Roof load capacity 241 Roof mounted luggage rack 188 Rope for tow starting towing 230 RSC Run Flat System Com ponent refer to Run flat tires 206 Rubber components care 235 Run flat tires 206 S Safe braking 185 Safety 7 Safety belt reminder for driv er s seat and front passen ger seat 62 Safety belts 61 Safety belts care 235 Safety of the high voltage system 34 Safety Package refer to Ac tive Protection 133 Safety switch windows 53 Safety systems airbags 109 Saving fuel 190 Screen refer to Control Dis play 18 Screwdriver see Onboard ve hicle tool kit 220 Screw thread refer to Screw thread for tow fitting screw thread for tow fitting 231 Sealant 206 Seat belts refer to Safety belts 61 Seat heating front 60 Seat heating rear 60 Seating position for chil dren 69 Seat mirror and steering wheel memory 65 Seats 57 Seat ventilation front 61 Selection list in instrument cluster 98 Selector lever Steptronic transmission 84 Sensors care 236 Service and warranty 8 Service requirements Condi tion Based Service CBS 218 Service requirements dis play 95 Services ConnectedDrive SET button see Active Cruise Control ACC 141 SET button see Cruise con trol 148 Settings locking unlock ing 50 Settings on Control Dis play 101 Settings storing for seat mir rors steering wheel 65 Shift paddles on the steering
126. cover Rear In the front center armrest The cupholder can be adjusted for three differ ent container sizes To open press the button To reduce in size fold closed to the desired position To close fold all the way closed The cu pholder must be closed before it can be opened fully Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 954 366 II 15 Storage compartments Remote control storage No heavy objects compartment Do not hang heavy objects from the hooks otherwise they may present a danger Opening to passengers during braking and evasive ma neuvers lt Storage compartments in the trunk Net Smaller objects can be stored in the net on the side of the trunk Press on the cover To transport larger objects it can be pushed down Remote control storage compartment Storage under the cargo floor panel Storage is possible in a vertical position in the o center armrest Fold up the cargo floor panel Lashing eyes Clothes hooks To secure the cargo refer to page 188 there are lashing eyes in the trunk The clothes hooks are located next to the grab handles in the rear and on the door pillar in the rear Do not obstruct view When suspending clothing from the hooks ensure that it will not obstruct the driv er s view lt 179 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 954 366 II 15 Driving tips This chapter provides you with information useful in dealing with specifi
127. d another vehicle d RES Press button to call up a stored desired speed 2 Release the brake pedal 3 Step on the accelerator briefly or press the RES rocker switch when the vehicle ahead of you drives away Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 954 366 II 15 Driving comfort Controls Displays in the instrument cluster Desired speed gt The marking lights up green GO the system is active The marking lights up or ange the system has been interrupted gt The marking does not light up the system is switched off Brief status display e Selected desired speed 99 If appears briefly on the display for Check Control messages it is possible that the sys tem requirements are currently not ready for operations Distance to vehicle ahead of you Shown is selected distance to the vehicle driv ing ahead of you Distance display Distance 1 Distance 2 Distance 3 Distance 4 This value is set after the system is switched on The system has been interrupted or distance control is temporarily sup pressed because the accelerator pedal is being pressed a vehicle was not detected Distance display Distance control is temporarily sup N pressed because the accelerator pedal is being pressed a vehicle was detected Rolling bars the detected vehicle has driven away ACC is no longer accelerating To accelerate further activate ACC by briefly stepping on the acceler
128. de 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 sary 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 Swipe into re spective direc tion Move interactive map or Internet sites 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 Main menu Multimedia Radio Telepho
129. densation sen Sor Maximum cooling Press button MAX AIC 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 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 system then recirculates the air currently within the vehicle wives Press button repeatedly to select an operating mode 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 164 If the windows are fogged over switch off the recirculated air mode and press the AUTO button on the driver s side to utilize the con densation 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
130. 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 activation system 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 2 954 366 II 15 Voice activation system Ataglance a glance 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 List of short commands for the voice activation system see Navigation Entertainment Com munication Owner s Manual Help dialog for the voice activation system Calling up help dialog Help lt Additional commands for the help dialog gt Help with examples announces inform
131. e a speed of approx 20 mph 30 km h In these situations preventive measures are au tomatically taken to minimize the risk of an ac cident as much as possible Critical driving situations may include gt Emergency stop gt Severe understeering gt Severe oversteering If the vehicle includes the front end collision warning or front end collision warning with braking feature impending collisions with vehi cles driving ahead or stopped in front of you can also be detected within the system s range 134 Note Personal responsibility The system cannot possibly serve as a substitute for the driver s personal judgment of the traffic situation The system may not al ways detect critical situations reliably and ina timely manner Adapt speed to traffic situation and drive alertly otherwise a risk to safety may result Function After the safety belt is buckled the front belts are automatically pretensioned once after the vehicle is driven is away In critical driving situations the following indi vidual functions become active as needed gt The front belts are automatically preten sioned Automatic closing of the windows gt Automatic closing of the glass sunroof For vehicles equipped with Comfort Seats automatic positioning of the backrest for the front passenger seat After a critical driving situation without an acci dent the front belts are loosened again All other systems can be restored
132. e by an unintentional or mis interpreted movement of the foot lt Keep the closing path clear Make sure that the closing path of the trunk lid is clear otherwise injuries may re sult lt 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 trunk lid is closed lt 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 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 49 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 954 366 II 15 Controls Opening and closing 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 2 Doors key 3 of Select the symbol 4 Select the desired function
133. e 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 Interior lamps and courtesy lamps are acti vated 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 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 50 Anti theft protection is switched off The alarm system refer to page 51 is dis armed Convenient opening a Press and hold this button on the re mote control after unlocking 41 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 954 366 II 15 Controls Opening and closing The windows and the glass sunroof are opened as long as the button 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 the tailgate and the fuel filler flap are being locked Anti theft protection is
134. e gears Hold down the parking assistant button for the duration of the parking procedure At the end of the parking procedure the P selector lever position is set When parking also take note of the visual and acoustic information and instructions issued by the PDC the parking assistant and the rear view camera and react accordingly A component of the parking assistant is the PDC Park Distance Control refer to page 150 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 Changes to the parking space Changes to the parking space after it was measured are not taken into account by the system Therefore always be alert and ready to inter vene otherwise there is the risk of an acci dent Transporting cargo Cargo that extends beyond the perimeter of the vehicle is not taken into account by the system during the parking procedure Therefore always be alert and ready to inter vene otherwise there is the risk of an acci dent Curbs The parking assistant may steer the vehi cle over or onto curb if need be Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 954 366 II 15 Driving comfort Controls Theref
135. e height On the Control Display Settings Head Up Display Height Turn the controller eS Settings are stored for the profile currently in use Setting the rotation On the Control Display Settings Head Up Display Rotation oi 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 display 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 103 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 954 366 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 Front fog lights 3 Depending on the equipment automatic headlight control Adaptive Light Control High beam Assistant Welcome lights Daytime running lights 4 Lights off daytime running lights 5 Parking lights daytime running lights 6 Depending on the equipment
136. e remote control with you when leaving the vehicle so that children e g can not start the engine 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 Activating drive readiness 1 Close the driver s door 2 Depress the brake pedal 3 Press the Start Stop button Drive readiness is activated gt Electric drive readiness Silent Start or gt Starting the combustion engine Electric drive readiness Silent Start The vehicle is ready for driving without starting the combustion engine Silent Start is possible if the requirements for Electric driving refer to page 76 are met Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 954 366 II 15 Driving Controls Display READY indicates drive readi READY ness 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 the engine running doing so poses a risk of danger Before leaving the vehicle with the engine run ning set the parking brake and place the trans mission in
137. e tachometer registers O rpm If necessary the combustion engine starts automatically The combustion engine is also stopped during the trip when rolling out or braking This driving condition in which the vehicle is travelling without power and energy recovery is not ac tive is referred to as coasting refer to page 6 Note The combustion engine is not switched off au tomatically in the following situations gt The combustion engine is not at operating temperature gt The transmission selector lever is in posi tion M S 19 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 954 366 II 15 Controls Driving gt High voltage battery is heavily discharged or vehicle electrical system is heavily bur dened gt High stress of the automatic climate con trol in the heating or cooling phase gt The engine compartment lid is unlocked gt The vehicle is being optimized for the cur rent driving style for instance during the break in period or after a service appoint ment gt The hybrid system is malfunctioning Safety mode An automatically stopped combustion engine does not start independently when gt The driver s door is open and neither the brake nor accelerator pedal are depressed gt Unlocked hood The indicator lights come on The combustion engine can only be started via the Start Stop button Switching off the vehicle during an automatic engine stop During an automatic engine stop
138. e temperature can lead to sudden tire failure The grade C corresponds to a level of performance which all passenger 203 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 954 366 II 15 Mobility Wheels and tires car tires must meet under the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No 109 Grades Band 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 RSC Run flat tires Run flat tires refer to page 206 are labeled with a circular symbol containing the letters RSC marked on the sidewall M S Winter and all season 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 204 Minimum tread depth Wear indicators are distributed around the tire s circumference and have the legally re
139. e 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 69 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 954 366 II 15 Controls Transporting children safely Child seat security 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 111 Seat position and height Before installing a child restraint system move the front passenger seat as far back as possi ble and bring it up to medium height to obtain the 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
140. e vehicle Switching on with the reverse gear Shift into reverse The current status of the parking space search is indicated on the Control Display To activate Parking Assistant Switch off The system can be deactivated as follows gt Py Press button 159 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 954 366 II 15 Controls Driving comfort Display on the Control Display System activated deactivated Symbol Meaning a Gray the system is not available White the system is available but not activated ey The system is activated System status gt Colored symbols see arrows on the side of the vehicle illustrated Parking assistant is activated and search for parking space active gt Control Display shows suitable parking spaces at the edge of the road next to the vehicle symbol When the parking assistant is active Suitable parking spaces are high lighted gt The parking procedure is ac tive Steering control has been taken over by system iS gt Parking space search is always active whenever the vehicle is moving forward slow and straight even if the system Is de activated When the system is deactivated the displays on the Control Display are shown in gray 160 Parking using the parking assistant Check the traffic situation as well Louds noises outside and inside the ve hicle can drown out the parking assistant s and PDC s signals Check the traffic situation aro
141. e window reopens slightly Closing without the pinch protection system Keep the closing path clear Monitor closing and make sure that the closing path of the window is clear otherwise injuries may result lt 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 Safety switch General information The safety switch in the driver s door can be used to prevent children e g from opening and closing the rear windows using the switches in the rear Switching on and off a Press button The LED lights up if the safety func tion is switched on Safety switch for rear operation Press the safety switch when transport ing children in the rear otherwise injury may result if the windows are closed without super vision Roller sunblinds General information If you are no longer able to move the roller sun blind for the rear window after having activated it anumber of times in a row the system is blocked for a limited time to prevent overheat ing Let the system cool The roller sunblind for the rear window cannot be moved at low interior temperatures
142. e wipers Hints Do not fold down the wipers without Lamp and bulb replacement wiper blades Do not fold down the wipers if wiper blades Hints have not been installed this may damage the i E Lights and bulbs windshield Lights and bulbs make an essential contribu tion to vehicle safety The manufacturer of the vehicle recommends that you entrust corresponding procedures to 220 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 954 366 II 15 Replacing components Mobility the service center if you are unfamiliar those or if they have not been described here You can obtain a selection of replacement bulbs at the service center Danger of burns Only change bulbs when they are cool otherwise there is a danger of getting burned Working on the lighting system When working on the lighting system you should always reel off the lights affected to prevent short circuits To avoid possible injury or equipment damage when replacing bulbs observe any instructions provided by the bulb manufacturer lt Do not perform work bulb replacement on xenon headlights Have any work on the xenon lighting system including bulb replacement performed only by a service center Due to the high voltage present in the system there is a danger of fatal injuries if work is carried out improperly Do not touch the bulbs Do not touch the glass of new bulbs with your bare hands as even minute amounts of contamination will bur
143. ea otherwise the re mote control is locked inside the vehicle when the trunk lid is closed lt Switching on the headlight courtesy delay feature The headlight courtesy delay feature function must be set for the remote control button For Settings refer to page 50 Ss Briefly press the button on the remote control The duration can be set in the Control Display 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 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 954 366 II 15 Opening and closing Controls 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 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 s
144. eat e g if the vehi cle interior is overheated or for continuous cooling at high temperatures Switching on j Press button once for each ventilation level The highest level is active when three LEDs are lit After a short time the system automatically moves down one level in order to prevent ex cessive cooling Switch off oll Press button longer The LEDs go out Safety belts Seats with safety belt The vehicle has five 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 gt The two outer safety belt buckles integrated into the rear seat are for pas sengers sitting on the left and right gt The center rear safety belt buckle is solely intended for the center passenger Hints One person per safety belt Never allow more than one person to wear a single safety belt Never allow infants or small children to ride on a passenger s lap lt Putting on the belt Lay the belt without twisting snugly across t
145. ed Warranty 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 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 954 366 II 15 Notes PO gt Malfunctions and faults in important sys tem components e g lights and brakes 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
146. ed 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 82 8 2 102 inches mm 73 2 1 860 inches mm 57 6 1 464 inches mm 193 4 4 913 inches mm 116 9 2 968 ft m 39 7 12 1 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 954 366 II 15 Technical data Reference Weights Approved gross vehicle weight lbs kg 5 324 2 415 Load los kg 860 390 Approved front axle load los kg 2 524 1 145 Approved rear axle load los kg 2 921 1 325 Approved roof load capacity lbs kg 220 100 Cargo area capacity cu ft l 13 2 375 Capacities Fuel tank approx 18 2 69 Fuel quality refer to page 198 241 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 954 366 II 15 Reference Everything from A to Z Everything from A to Z Index A ABS Antilock Brake Sys tem 136 ACC Active Cruise Control with Stop amp Go 141 Accessories and parts 7 Activated charcoal filter 165 Activate drive readiness 74 Active Blind Spot Detec tion 131 Active Cruise Control with Stop amp Go ACC 141 ActiveHybrid system 31 Active Protection 133 Active seat front 60 Active seat ventilation front 61 Adapting to the course of the road hybrid system
147. eep gradients gt Arrival in the destination zone Pay attention to the notes in Adapting to the course of the road refer to page 90 Display The displays of the hybrid system refer to page 88 provide information about the cur rent state of hybrid operation and show the system activity in a chart Energy saving driving To save energy while driving read the follow ing information gt Saving fuel refer to page 190 gt Using the hybrid system efficiently refer to page 182 gt ECO PRO mode refer to page 191 Adapting to the course of the road refer to page 90 Safety information Read the information on safe handling of the high voltage system refer to page 34 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 954 366 II 15 BMW ActiveHybrid Ataglance a glance Long term Follow the instructions for vehicle storage and for longer idle periods refer to page 236 33 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 954 366 II 15 Ataglance GECUL Safety of the high voltage system Safety of the high voltage system Hybrid system work Your vehicle s hybrid system is a self con tained system Safety is ensured as long as no work is performed on the technical compo nents Thus have work on the vehicle forinstance retrofitting accessories performed by the service center or a workshop that works ac cording to BMW specifications with appropri ately trained personnel Maintenance and repairs Have maintenance
148. efer to page 96 function Trip computer The vehicle features two types of board com puters 99 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 954 366 II 15 Controls Displays 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 1 Vehicle info 2 Trip computer 3 Reset all values are reset Automatically reset all values are reset approx 4 hours after the vehicle came to a standstill 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 1 Vehicle info 2 Onboard info 3 Consumpt or Speed 4 Yes Sport displays The concept On the Control Display the current system val ues of hybrid operation for power and torque can be displayed if the vehicle is appropriately equipped Displaying sport displays on the Control Display 1 Vehicle info 2 Sport displays 100 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 a
149. ehicle gt Convenient closing gt Open the trunk lid individually Open trunk lid with no touch activation Open close trunk lid with no touch activa tion gt Start the engine 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 The engine can only be started if the re mote control is in the vehicle Unlocking Grasp the handle of a vehicle door completely arrow This corresponds with pressing the button on the remote control gj 47 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 954 366 II 15 Opening and closing Locking ZZ Touch the surface on the handle of a vehicle door arrow with your finger for approx 1 sec ond without grasping the door handle This corresponds with pressing the button on the remote control To save battery power ensure that the ignition and all electronic systems and or power con sumers are turned off before locking the vehi cle Convenient closing Monitor closing Monitor closing to ensure that no one becomes trapped lt Touch the surface on the handle of a vehicle door arrow with your finger and hold it there without grasping the door handle This corresponds to pressing and holding the remote control button In addition to lo
150. ehicle s kinetic energy into elec tricity The current is stored in the high voltage battery and is used to drive the electric motor Functions Electric driving eDRIVE Under certain conditions refer to page 76 the vehicle is powered only by the electric mo tor Acceleration boost Driving off and accelerating require a lot of en ergy To optimize acceleration and to reduce fuel consumption the electric motor boosts the combustion engine refer to page 77 To do this the electric motor uses the energy saved in the high voltage battery Auto Start Stop function The Auto Start Stop function refer to page 75 switches the combustion engine off when coasting braking and while the vehicle is stopped Convenience functions such as the automatic climate control are supplied by the 31 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 954 366 II 15 Ataglance CEIC BMW ActiveHybrid high voltage battery and can remain switched on Driving with combustion engine DRIVE The combustion engine refer to page 77 provides the primary performance 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 of the hybrid system is charged through energy recovery while driv ing The electric motor acts as a generator and converts the kinetic energy of the vehicle into electr
151. either with the remote control Comfort Access or at the door lock the alarm system is disarmed or armed at the same time Door lock and armed alarm system Unlocking via the door lock will trigger the alarm on some country specific versions Trunk lid and armed alarm system The trunk lid can be opened even when the alarm system is armed After the trunk lid 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 Press button on the remote control for gt 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 trunk lid 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 51 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 954 366 II 15 Controls Opening and closing When the still open access is closed inte rior motion 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 engine igni
152. eld 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 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 t
153. en the system switches on the high beams Depend ing on the version of the system in the vehicle the high beams may not switch off for oncom ing vehicles but may only be dimmed in the areas that blind oncoming traffic In this case the blue indicator light will stay on Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 954 366 II 15 Lights Controls Switching the high beams on and off manually ey 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 gt At low speeds gt When the windshield behind the interior rearview mirror is fogged over dirty or cov ered with stickers etc Fog lights Front fog lights The parking lights or low beams must
154. er At page 200 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 205 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 205 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 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 210 under the heading Snow Chains the text should be disregarded and To 16 17 18 the following text should be read in lieu there
155. er ECO PRO bonus range An adjusted driving style helps Configuring ECO PRO Nees you extend your driving range This may be displayed as the Via the Driving Dynamics Control bonus range in the instrument 1 Activate ECO PRO cluster 2 Configure ECO PRO The bonus range is shown in the range display 3 Configure the program The bonus range is automatically reset every time the vehicle is refueled Via the iDrive 1 Settings Efficiency display ied dca Display in the instrument cluster Or 1 Settings 2 Driving mode p ECO PRO 3 Configure ECO PRO JY POWER Configure the program ECO PRO Tip gt Tip at Adjust the ECO PRO speed o gt ECO PRO speed warning A mark in the efficiency display informs about the current driving style The output is reduced once the set ECO PRO speed is reached Mark in the area of arrow 1 display of the en ergy recovered by coasting or when braking ECO PRO climate control Mark in the area of arrow 2 display when ac ECO PRO climate control celerating Climate control is set to be fuel efficient POUF ARMING SOI SMC ENC a SAE l bar s color 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 gt Gray display adjust driving style e g by backing off the accelerator pedal Blue display efficient driving style as long as the mark moves within the blue range
156. er of the high voltage battery is lo cated in the trunk Do not remove the cover to stow luggage gt Cover sharp edges and corners on the cargo gt Heavy cargo stow as far forward as possi ble directly behind and at the bottom of the rear passenger seat backrests gt Very heavy cargo when the rear seat is not occupied secure each of the outer safety belts in the opposite buckle 188 Securing cargo Lashing eyes in the trunk To secure the cargo there are two lashing eyes in the cargo area underneath the loading lip Securing cargo Securing cargo Stow and secure the cargo as described otherwise it may present a danger to the occu pants e g during braking and evasive maneu vers gt Smaller and lighter items secure with re taining straps or with a cargo net or draw straps gt Larger and heavy objects secure with cargo straps Cargo straps cargo netting retaining straps or draw straps on the lashing eyes in the trunk Roof mounted luggage rack Note Roof racks are available as special accessories Securing Follow the installation instructions of the roof rack Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 954 366 II 15 Loading Drivingtips tips Roof drip rail with flaps The anchorage points are located in the roof drip rail above the doors Fold the cover outward Loading Be sure that adequate clearance is maintained for tilting and opening the glass sunroof Because
157. er update the time dependent maintenance procedures such as checking brake fluid and if needed changing the engine oil and the microfilter activated charcoal filter 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 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 954 366 II 15 Maintenance Mobility 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 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 deteri
158. ergy 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 218 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 eDRIVE electric driving refer to page 76 and the Coasting refer to page 76 driving status are becoming increasingly possible In addition context sensitive instructions are displayed to assist with an optimized fuel con sumption driving style The achieved extended range is displayed in the instrument cluster as bonus range Overview The system includes the following EfficientDynamics functions and displays gt ECO PRO bonus range refer to page 192 gt ECO PRO tips driving instruction refer to page 193 191 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 954 366 II 15 Driving tips ecm Saving fuel gt ECO PRO climate control refer to ECO PRO potential page 192 Shows potential savings with the current set tings in percentages Activate ECO PRO a Press button repeatedly until ECO Display in the instrument cluster PRO is displayed in the instrument clust
159. eries 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 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 Ignition 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 gt When the engine is switched off automati cally using the Auto Start Stop function and the brake is not applied Some electronic systems power consumers remain ready for operation Radio ready state is switched off automatically 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 the engine can still be started If the engine is switched off and the ignition is switched on the system automatically switches to the radio ready state if the lights are turned off or if correspondingly equipped the daytime runn
160. ese front fog lights are made using LED technology Contact your service center in the event of a malfunction 3 wc i Turn signal in exterior mirror The turn signals in the exterior mirrors feature LED technology Contact your service center in the event of a malfunction Remove the bulb and replace it Tail lights bulb replacement 5 Insert the new bulb and attach the cover in the reverse order At a glance LED headlights At a glance Turn signal Reversing lamp Inside brake lamp Rear lamp owt amp WN 1 Corner illuminating lights Outside brake lamp 2 Low beams high beams Rearrelecior 3 Parking lamp daytime running lights 4 Turn signal Turn signal outer brake tail and 5 Side marker lights license plate lights Follow general instructions refer to page 220 Light emitting diodes LEDs These lights feature LED technology With LED headlights all front lights and side Contact your service center in the event of a indicators are designed with LED technology malfunction If an LED fails switch on the front fog lights and continue the trip with great care Comply with local regulations Contact your service center in the event of a malfunction 223 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 954 366 II 15 Mobility Replacing components Lights in the trunk lid a Access to the lights 1 Remove the three screws using the screw driver from the onboard vehicle tool kit
161. ets 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 lt 236 Keeping out moisture Keep all fluids and moisture away from the unit otherwise electrical components can be damaged lt 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 term For idle phases that last several weeks park the vehicle with a fully charged battery if possi ble Your service center can advise you on what to consider when storing the vehicle for longer than six weeks 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 If necessary charge the high voltage battery by driving the vehicle Check the charge level regularly and if needed recharge the high voltage battery by driving the vehicle Don t allow battery charge status to drop too low it will damage the b
162. f the shift paddles on the steering wheel are used to shift gears in automatic mode the transmission temporarily switches to manual mode If the selector lever is still in selector lever po sition D with the respective transmission ver sion it is possible to switch back into the auto matic mode gt Pull and hold right shift paddle Or gt In addition to the briefly pulled right shift paddle briefly pull the left shift paddle In the manual mode after conservative driving for a certain amount of time or if there has been no acceleration 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 86 Unlocking is possible if the started can spin the engine Engaging selector lever position N 1 Depress the brake pedal 2 Press the Start Stop button The starter must audibly start 3 Press and hold the selector lever into posi tion N A corresponding Check Control message is displayed 4 Press the selector lever again into posi tion N within approx 6 seconds Position N is displayed in the instrument cluster 5 Release brake as soon as the starter stops 6 Maneuver the vehicle from the danger area
163. fferent country it might be necessary to adapt your 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 Maintenance and repairs Advanced technology e g the use of modern materials and high performance electronics requires suitable maintenance and repair work Therefore have this work performed only by a BMW center or a workshop that works accord ing to BMW repair procedures with appropri ately trained personnel If work is not carried out properly there is a danger of subsequent damage and related safety hazards 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 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 c
164. from the head Reduced protective function gt Do not use seat or head restraint covers gt Donothang objects e g clothes hangers on the head restraints gt Only attach accessories approved by BMW to the seat or head restraint Adjusting electrically Otherwise the protective function of the active head restraint will be impaired and the per sonal safety of the occupants will be endan gered lt Distance to the back of the head manual head restraints Wear and tear after accidents or when dam aged otherwise Have the active headrest checked and if needed replaced Adjusting the height manual head restraints gt Forward by pulling gt Back press the button and push the head restraint toward the rear Distance to the back of the head electrical head restraints The head restraint is automatically reposi tioned when the shoulder support is adjusted gt To raise push gt To lower press button arrow 1 and push headrest down 63 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 954 366 II 15 Adjusting Adjusting the side extensions Adjusting the height Fold forward for increased lateral support in the resting position Removing The head restraints cannot be removed Rear head restraints Correctly adjusted head restraint A correctly adjusted head restraint reduces the risk of injury to cervical vertebrae in the event of an accident Adjusting the head restraint
165. ge in certain areas Hints Personal responsibility Even an active system holds the driver responsible for his or her driving particularly for staying in your lane adjusting your speed keeping your distance and for your driving style all in relation to traffic 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 e g through braking steering or make evasive maneuvers risk of accident Unfavorable weather conditions In the event of unfavorable weather and light conditions e g if there is rain snowfall slush fog or glare this may result in poorer recognition of vehicles as well as short term interruptions for vehicles that are already de tected Drive attentively and react to the cur rent traffic situation Intervene actively when necessary e g by braking steering or making an evasive maneuver otherwise there is the risk of an accident lt 141 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 954 366 II 15 Controls Driving comfort Before leaving the vehicle secure it against moving on its own Before leaving the vehicle with the engine run ning set the parking brake and ensure that the Steptronic transmission is in position P Other wise the vehicle may begin to move lt At a glance Buttons on the steering wheel Press but on Funct
166. gine API SM or superior oil rating Engine oil change The vehicle manufacturer recommends that you let the service center change the motor oil 215 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 954 366 II 15 Coolant 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 Hints Danger of burns from hot engine Do not open the cooling system while the engine is hot otherwise esliding coolant may cause burns Suitable additives Only use suitable additives otherwise engine damage may occur The additives are harmful to your health Coolant consists of water and additives Not all commercially available additives are suitable for the vehicle Information about the suitable additives are available from the service center Coolant level General information If there is no Min and Max mark in the filler neck of the coolant reservoir have the coolant level checked if needed by your service center and add coolant as needed Depending on the engine installation the cool ant reservoir is located on the right side or the lef
167. glance 14 Cockpit 18 iDrive 26 Voice activation system 29 Integrated Owner s Manual in the vehicle 31 BMW ActiveHybrid 34 Safety of the high voltage system Controls 38 Opening and closing 57 Adjusting 69 Transporting children safely 73 Driving 87 Displays 104 Lights 109 Safety 136 Driving stability control systems 141 Driving comfort 162 Climate control 170 Interior equipment 176 Storage compartments Driving tips 182 Things to remember when driving 187 Loading 190 Saving fuel Mobility 196 Refueling 198 Fuel 200 Wheels and tires 211 Engine compartment 213 Engine oil 216 Coolant 218 Maintenance 220 Replacing components 227 Breakdown assistance 233 Care Reference 240 Technical data 242 Everything from AtoZ Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 954 366 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 for the Owner s Manuals are found in the ap pendix of the printed Quick Reference for the vehicle User s manual for Navigation Entertainment Communication The topics of Navigation Entertainment Com munication and the short commands of the voice activation system are described in a sep arate user s manual which is also
168. gt Screen settings e g Split screen This area remains unchanged gt Control options for the selected main menu e g for Radio gt If applicable further operating options for the selected menu e g Store station Changing settings 1 Select a field 2 Turn the controller until the desired setting is displayed Volume settings Speed volume Volume setting PDC m Gong 3 Press the controller Activating deactivating the functions 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 2 954 366 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 mo
169. he following situations Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 954 366 II 15 Driving stability control systems Controls Failure of Dynamic Damping Control Failure of DSC Dynamic Stability Control The vehicle has a flat tire VV VV When activating cruise control in TRAC TION or DSC OFF mode DSC OFF When DSC OFF refer to page 137 is active driving stability is limited during acceleration and when driving in curves TRACTION When TRACTION is active the vehicle has maximum traction on loose road surfaces DTC Dynamic Traction Control refer to page 138 is activated Driving stability is limited during ac celeration and when driving in curves SPORT Sporty driving with optimized suspension and adapted engine control with limited driving sta bilization Dynamic Traction Control is switched on The driver handles several of the stabilization tasks Activating SPORT i Press button repeatedly until SPORT appears in the instrument cluster and the DSC OFF indicator lamp lights up Automatic program change When switching on the adjustable speed limit or activating cruise control the program auto matically switches to SPORT mode Indicator warning lights SPORT is displayed in the instrument cluster amp The DSC OFF indicator lamp lights up Sg Dynamic Traction Control is activated SPORT Consistently sporty tuning of the suspension and engine control for greater driving agility
170. he interior rearview mir ror 81 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 954 366 II 15 Driving Activating deactivating Clean the windshield headlights Press button on the wiper lever Wiping is started If the vehicle is equipped with a rain sensor LED in wiper lever lights up When wipers are frozen to windshield wiper operation is deactivated During trip interruption with the rain sensor switched on if the trip is resumed within ap prox 15 minutes the rain sensor is automati cally activated again Deactivate the rain sensor in car washes Deactivate the rain sensor when passing through an automatic car wash otherwise un intentional wiping can cause damages lt Setting the frequency or sensitivity of the rain sensor Turn the thumbwheel 82 Pull the wiper lever towards you The system sprays washer fluid on the wind shield and activates the wipers briefly In addition the headlights are cleaned at regu lar intervals when the vehicle s lights are acti vated Do not use the washer system at freezing temperatures Do not use the washers if fluid could freeze onto the windshield 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 Fold out position of
171. he 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 61 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 954 366 II 15 Adjusting 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 Buckling the belt Va Make sure you hear the latch plate engage in the belt buckle Tensioning the safety belt automatically When the belt is closed it is automatically tightened once after the release 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 AA The indicator lamp lights up and a sig 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 62 Safety mode In critical situations e g during full brake ap p
172. he 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 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 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
173. he left and right button on the interior rearview mirror simultaneously for ap 172 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 is located in the sun visor be hind a cover When the cover is opened the mirror lighting switches on Ashtray cigarette lighter Steptronic transmission Front Opening Press on the cover Emptying Take out the insert Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 954 366 II 15 Lighter Press on the cover Push in the lighter The lighter can be removed as soon as it pops back out Danger of burns Only hold the hot lighter by its knob oth erwise there is a danger of getting burned Switch off the ignition and take the remote control with you when leaving the vehicle so that children cannot use the lighter and burn themselves 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 lt Rear Opening 7 A g j Press on the cover Interior equipment Emptying Take out the insert Lighter Push in the lighter The lighter can be removed as soon as it pops back out Danger of burns Only hold the hot lighter by its knob oth erwise
174. he sys tem 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 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 Tow starting and towing For tow starting or towing switch off the Intelligent Safety systems otherwise malfunc tions of the individual braking systems might lead to accidents lt At a glance Button in the vehicle Intelligent Safety button 125 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2
175. he tow fitting provided with the vehicle and screw it all the way in What to do after an accident gt Use the tow fitting for towing on paved Hints roads only gt Avoid lateral loading of the tow fitting e g After an accident do not lift the vehicle by the tow fitting 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 lt Otherwise damage to the tow fitting and the vehicle can occur lt Esliding fluids Do not touch any fluids esliding from the high voltage battery or the skin can sustain chemical burns lt 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 231 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 954 366 II 15 Mobility Breakdown assistance gt Secure the crash site 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 safe dista
176. hing 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 Display Vehicle info Vehicle status L Service required Vehicle inspection Date Adjust the settings ae eS 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 96 On the Control Display Vehicle info Vehicle status Open Options Sop Last Service Request 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 and with manual transmission Suggestions to shift gear up or down are dis played in the instrument cluster On vehicles without a gear shift indicator the engaged gear is displayed Steptronic transmission displays Example Description Fuel efficient gear is set Speed limit detection Shift into fuel efficient gear The concept Speed limit detection Speed limit detection uses a symbol in the sha
177. i 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 Note Adjust your driving style to the situation An appropriate driving style is always the responsibility of the driver The laws of physics cannot be repealed not even with DSC Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 954 366 II 15 Driving stability control systems 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 wel DSC OFF button Indicator warning lights The indicator lamp flashes DSC con 2e trols the drive and braking forces The indicator lamp lights up DSC has failed Deactivating DSC DSC OFF 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 E OFF Press and hold this button but not lon ee ger than approx 10 seconds until the indicator lamp for DSC OFF lights up in the in strument cluste
178. ibution The air distribution can be adjusted to individ ual needs Maw Press button repeatedly to select a a 4 program gt Upper body region gt Upper body region and footwell gt Footwell Air flow manual To manually adjust air flow turn off AUTO pro gram first amp Press the left or right side of the but i ton decrease or increase air flow The selected air flow is shown on the display of the automatic climate control Switching the system on off Switch off Press and hold the left button Switching on Press any button except gt Left side of Air volume button gt Seat heating Maximum cooling Press button MAX A C The system is set to the lowest tem perature maximum 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 Air is cooled as quickly as possible gt At an external temperature of approx 32 F 0 C 167 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 954 366 II 15 Controls Climate control gt When the engine is running or when elec trical drive readiness is available Residual cooling When the automatic climate control has re duced the interior temperature this tempera ture can be maintained after the engine has been switched off This function can be acti vated up to 15 minutes after the engine is switched off and for a maximum period of 6 mi nutes Funct
179. ic current Charging can take place in various situations gt When the vehicle is coasting if the acceler ator 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 Foresighted driving and the early reduction of speed are important to make full use of the hy brid characteristics of the vehicle Coasting The engine is automatically switched off This driving condition of rolling is referred to as coasting refer to page 76 Auxiliary functions of the automatic climate control The hybrid system makes it possible to oper ate the automatic climate control prior to driv 32 ing off and with the combustion engine switched off Using the auxiliary air conditioning and residual cooling functions the vehicle interior can be cooled immediately prior to departure and if the trip is interrupted gt Residual cooling refer to page 168 gt Auxiliary air conditioning refer to page 169 Adapting to the course of the road When the navigation system destination guid ance is active the hybrid system uses the ex isting navigation data Hybrid operation adapts to the specific route sections These may be gt St
180. il additives 214 Oil change 215 Oil change interval service requirements 95 Oil filler neck 214 Oil types alternative 215 Oil types approved 215 Old batteries disposal 226 On board computer 98 248 Onboard monitor refer to Control Display 18 Onboard vehicle tool kit 220 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 Opening the trunk lid with no touch activation 48 Operating concept iDrive 18 Optional equipment standard equipment 6 Outside air refer to Auto matic recirculated air con trol 164 Overheating of engine refer to Coolant temperature 94 P Paint vehicle 234 Parallel parking assistant 158 Park Distance Control PDC 150 Parked car ventilation 168 Parked vehicle condensa tion 186 Parking aid refer to PDC 150 Parking assistant 158 Parking brake 77 Parking lights 104 Parking with Automatic Hold 78 Parts and accessories 7 Passenger side mirror tilting downward 66 Pathway lines rearview cam era 154 PDC Park Distance Con trol 150 Pedestrian detection see Night Vision 127 Pedestrian warning with city braking function 124 Personal Profile 39 Personal Profile exporting profiles 40 Pinch protection system glass sunroof 55 Pinch protection system win dows 53 Plastic care 235 Power failure 226 Power sunroof glass 54 Power windows 52 Pressure tire air pres
181. imitations 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 warning 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 gt In tight curves If the driving stability control systems are deactivated e g DSC OFF gt If the camera viewing field or the front windshield are dirty or covered Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 954 366 II 15 Safety Controls gt Upto 10 seconds after the start of the en gine via the Start Stop knob 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 Night Vision with Pedestrian and Animal Detection The concept Night Vision with pedestrian and animal detec tion is a night vision system An infrared camera scans the area in front of the vehicle
182. imum speed display 96 Maximum speed winter tires 206 Measure units of 102 Medical kit 228 Memory for seat mirrors steering wheel 65 Menu in instrument clus ter 98 Menus operating iDrive 18 Menus refer to iDrive operat Ing concept 19 Messages see Check Con trol 90 Microfilter 165 Minimum tread tires 204 Mirror 66 Mirror memory 65 Mobile communication devi ces in the vehicle 185 Mobility System 206 Modifications technical refer to Safety 7 Moisture in headlight 221 Monitor refer to Control Dis play 18 Mounting of child restraint systems 69 Multifunction steering wheel buttons 14 247 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 954 366 II 15 Reference Everything from A to Z N Navigation see user s manual for Navigation Entertain ment and Communication Neck restraints front refer to Head restraints 62 Neck restraints rear refer to Head restraints 64 Neutral cleaner see wheel cleaner 235 New wheels and tires 205 Night Vision 127 Night Vision device see Night Vision 127 Nylon rope for tow starting towing 230 O OBD Onboard Diagnosis 219 OBD see OBD Onboard Di agnosis 219 Object detection see Night Vision 127 Obstacle marking rearview camera 154 Octane rating refer to Rec ommended fuel grade 198 Odometer 94 Office see user s manual for Navigation Entertainment and Communication Officially use hybrid sys tem 182 Oil 213 Oil adding 214 O
183. included with the onboard literature 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 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_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 Identifies display texts in vehicle used to select individual functions 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 describes all models and all standard country specific and optional Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 954 36
184. ing connecting it to other vehicle parts may cause damage lt gt Switch on the hazard warning system de pending on local regulations gt Ifthe electrical system has failed clearly identify the vehicle being towed by placing a sign or a warning triangle in the rear win dow Tow bar The tow fittings used should be on the same side on both vehicles Should it prove impossible to avoid mounting the tow bar at an offset angle please observe the following gt Maneuvering capability is limited going around corners gt The tow bar will generate lateral forces if it is secured with an offset Tow rope When starting to tow the vehicle make sure that the tow rope is taut Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 954 366 II 15 Breakdown assistance To avoid jerking and the associated stresses Screw thread for tow fitting on the vehicle components when towing al _ ways use nylon ropes or nylon straps 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 or rear of the BMW Push out the cover by pressing on the top edge Tow starting Steptronic transmission Do not tow start the vehicle Tow starting the engine is not possible due to The tow fitting is located in the container on T the inside of the trunk lid Have the cause of the starting problems fixed Tow fitting information on use gt Use only t
185. ing 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 The 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 80 Using turn signals Press the lever beyond the resistance point To switch off manually press the lever to the resistance point Unusually rapid flashing of the indicator lamp indicates that a turn signal bulb has failed 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 Online Edi
186. ing accidents Opening The storage compartment in the armrest can be locked with an integrated key to separately secure the trunk lid refer to page 46 e g After the storage compartment is locked the remote control can be handed out without the integrated key refer to page 38 for instance at a hotel 7 This prevents access to the storage compart ila ment and to the cargo area Pull the handle Connection for an external audio Closing device Fold cover closed An external audio device e g an MP3 player can be con nected via the AUX IN port or Center armrest the USB audio interface in the center armrest Front A storage compartment is located in the center Rear armrest between the front seats The center armrest contains a storage com partment Opening Press button 177 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 954 366 II 15 Storage compartments Folding down Pull on the opener and fold the armrest for ward Opening Pull on the handle and fold open the cover Cupholders Hints Shatter proof containers and no hot drinks Use light and shatter proof containers and do not transport hot drinks Otherwise there is the increased danger of injury in an accident Unsuitable containers Do not forcefully push unsuitable con tainers into the cupholders This may result in damage lt 178 Steptronic transmission Front To open press on the
187. ing lights are activated Ignition on 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 instrument cluster light up for a varied length of time To save battery power when the engine is off switch off the ignition and any unnecessary electronic systems power consumers Ignition 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 the ignition and any unnecessary electronic systems power consumers P when the ignition is switched off P is engaged automatically when the ig nition is switched off When in an automatic car wash e g ensure that the ignition is not switched off accidentally The ignition is switched off automatically in the following situations while the vehicle is station ary and the engine is off 13 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 954 366 II 15 Controls Driving gt When locking the vehicle and when the low beams are activated gt Shortly before the battery is discharged completely so that the engine can still be started This function is only available when the low beams are turned off gt When opening and closing the driver door if the driver s safety belt is unbuckled and the low beams are turned off gt While the d
188. inue driving without run flat tires Do not continue driving if the vehicle is not equipped with run flat tires continued driving may result in serious accidents lt When a flat tire is indicated DSC Dynamic Sta bility Control is switched on if needed Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 954 366 II 15 Safety Controls System limits Sudden tire damage Sudden serious tire damage caused by external circumstances cannot be recognized in advance lt A natural even tire inflation pressure loss in all four tires will not be recognized Therefore check the tire inflation pressure regularly The system could be delayed or malfunction in the following situations gt When the system has not been initialized gt When driving ona snowy or slippery road surface gt Sporty driving style spinning traction wheels high lateral acceleration drifting gt When driving with snow chains Actions in the event of a flat tire Normal tires 1 Identify the damaged tire Do this by checking the air pressure in all four tires The tire pressure gage of the Mobility Sys tem refer to page 206 can possibly be used for this purpose If the tire inflation pressure in all four tires is correct the Flat Tire Monitor may not have been initialized In this case initialize the system If an identification is not possible please contact the service center 2 Fix the flat tire where applicable using the Mobilit
189. ion ar Cruise control on off interrupt refer to page 142 a T l 4 Store maintain speed refer to page 143 I RES Resume speed refer to page 144 EN Reduce distance refer to page 144 ay u Increase distance refer to 4 page 144 rocker switch Maintain store change speed refer to page 143 Buttons are arranged according to vehicle s series optional features and country specifica tions Radar sensor A radar sensor is located in the front bumper for detecting vehicles on the road ahead of the vehicle 142 A dirty or covered sensor may prevent the de tection of vehicles gt If necessary clean the radar sensor Re move layers of snow and ice carefully gt Do not cover the view field of the radar sensor 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 A dirty or covered area in front of the interior mirror may hinder the detection of vehicles If necessary clean the area in front of the inte rior mirror e g carefully remove salt residue in the winter Switching on off and interrupting cruise control Switching on E Press button on the steering wheel R Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 954 366 II 15 Driving comfort Controls The indicator lights in the instrument cluster light up and the mark in the speedometer is set to the current speed
190. ional requirement gt The high voltage battery is sufficiently charged gt External temperature at least ap prox 59 F 15 C Switching on 1 Switch off the ignition f 2 Press the right side of the button on the driver s side amp The symbol appears on the automatic cli mate Control Display The interior temperature air flow and air distri bution can be adjusted with the radio ready state switched on Switch off pga ry Press and hold the left button amp The symbol on the automatic climate Con trol Display disappears Parked car ventilation The concept The parked car ventilation ventilates the vehi cle interior and lowers its temperature if needed 168 The system can be switched on and off di rectly or by using two preset reel on times It remains switched on for 30 minutes Open the vents to allow air to flow out Functional requirement gt When operated directly and if there is no parked car heating any external tempera ture Switching on off directly On the Control Display 1 Settings 2 Climate 3 Activate comf ventilation amp The symbol on the automatic climate con trol flashes if the system is switched on The system continues to run for some time af ter being switched off Preselecting the reel on time On the Control Display Settings Climate Timer 1 or Timer 2 Enter the desired time CSS SS Press the controller
191. ionary climate control Retrieving the seat mirror and steering wheel settings The driver s seat exterior mirror and steering wheel position adjusted last will be stored for the active profile Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 954 366 II 15 Opening and closing Controls When the vehicle is unlocked these positions are automatically retrieved if this function was activated Pinch hazard when moving back the seat If this function is used first make sure that the footwell behind the driver s seat is empty Otherwise people might get injured or objects damaged when the seat is moved back lt The adjustment procedure is interrupted gt When a seat position reel is pressed gt When a button of the seat mirror and steering wheel memory is pressed briefly Activating the setting 1 Settings 2 Doors key 3 Last seat position autom Alarm system The concept When the vehicle is locked the vehicle alarm system responds to gt Opening a door the hood or the trunk lid gt Movements in the interior gt Changes in the vehicle tilt e g during at tempts at stealing a wheel or when towing the car gt Disconnected battery voltage The alarm system briefly signals tampering gt By sounding an acoustic alarm gt By switching on the hazard warning sys tem gt By flashing the daytime running lights Arming and disarming the alarm system When you unlock or lock the vehicle
192. irement 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 personal data Continue OK a SS Ye 24 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 l 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 Symbol Function ABc Enter the letters 124 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 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 954 366 II 15 iDrive Ataglance a glance gt Target search names of locations may be entered in languages available through Control Display 25 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 954 366
193. isplayed refer to page 149 in the speedometer and briefly in the instrument cluster 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 km 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 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 Desired speed gt The marking lights up green 7 the system is active
194. l 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 When the ignition is reel on the warn l l PN ing lamp in the instrument cluster lights up briefly and thereby indicates the op erational readiness of the entire airbag system and the belt tensioner Airbag system malfunctioning gt Warning lamp does not come on when the ignition is turned on gt The warning lamp lights up continuously Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 954 366 II 15 Safety Controls 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 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
195. layed 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 112 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 200 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 change 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
196. lication the front safety belts tighten auto matically If the situation passes without an accident oc curring the belt tension relaxes If the belt tension does not loosen automati cally stop the vehicle and unbuckle the belt using the red button in the buckle Fasten the belt before continuing on your trip Damage to safety belts Wear and tear after accidents or when dam aged otherwise 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 Front head restraints Correctly adjusted head restraint A correctly adjusted head restraint reduces the risk of injury to cervical vertebrae in the event of an accident Adjusting the head restraint Adjust the head restraints of all occupied seats properly otherwise there is an increased risk of injury in an accident lt Height Adjust the head restraint so that its center is approximately at ear level Distance Adjust the distance so that the head restraint is as close as possible to the back of the head Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 954 366 II 15 Adjusting Controls Active head restraint Adjusting the height electrical head In the event of a rear end collision with a cer restraints tain severity the active head restraint automat ically reduces the distance
197. ly in use Roadside parking lights l The vehicle can be illuminated on one side Switching on With the ignition 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 Adaptive Light Control The concept Adaptive Light Control is a variable headlight control system that enables dynamic illumina tion of the road surface Depending on the steering angle and other pa rameters the light from the headlight follows the course of the road 105 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 954 366 II 15 Controls Lights In tight curves e g on mountainous roads or when turning an additional corner illuminating lamp is switched on that lights up the inside of the curve when the vehicle is moving below a certain speed Activating Position of switch 2 with the ignition switched on To avoid blinding oncoming traffic the Adap tive Light Control does not swivel to the driv er s side when the vehicle is at a standstill The turning lights are automatically switched on depending on the steering angle or the use of turn signals When driving in reverse the turning lights may be automatically switched on regardless of the steering angle Self leveling headlights The self leveling headlights compensate for acceleration and braking operations in order not to blind the onc
198. m 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 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 To program 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 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 pea
199. m speed with snow chains Do not exceed a speed of 30 mph 50 km h when using snow chains 210 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 954 366 II 15 Engine compartment Mobility Engine compartment 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 Important features in the engine compartment 1 Vehicle identification number 2 Jump starting negative battery terminal 3 Washer fluid reservoir Hood Opening the hood Working in the engine compartment Never attempt to perform any service or repair operations on your vehicle without the necessary professional technical training 4 Jump starting positive battery terminal 5 Oil filler neck 6 Coolant reservoir 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 211 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 954 366 II 15 Mobility Engine compartment Never reach into the engine compart Closing the hood ment
200. 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 2 954 366 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 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 acomplete stop The braking intervention is executed only if DSC Dynamic Stability Control is switched on and Dynamic Traction Control DTC is acti vated 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 func
201. mber 9 Voice activation system 26 W Warning and indicator lamps see Check Control 90 Warning displays see Check Control 90 Wood care 235 Word match concept naviga Warning messages see Check Control 90 Warning triangle 228 tion 24 Warranty 7 Working on the hybrid sys Washer fluid 83 tem 34 Washer nozzles wind Wrench see Onboard vehicle shield 82 tool kit 220 Washer system 81 Washing vehicle 233 X Water hybrid system 34 Water on roads 185 Weights 241 Welcome lamps during un locking 41 Welcome lights 104 What to do after an acci dent 231 Wheel base vehicle 240 Wheel cleaner 235 Wheels changing 205 Wheels everything on wheels and tires 200 Wheels Flat Tire Monitor FTM 116 Wheels Tire Pressure Moni tor TPM 112 Width vehicle 240 Window defroster rear 164 Windows powered 52 Windshield climate con trol 184 Windshield washer fluid 83 Windshield washer noz zles 82 Windshield washer sys tem 81 Windshield wiper 81 Winter storage care 236 Winter tires suitable tires 206 Winter tires tread 204 Wiper 81 Wiper blades replacing 220 Wiper fluid 83 Wiper fold out position 82 Wiper system 81 Xenon headlights bulb re placement 221 251 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 954 366 II 15 More about BMW The Ultimate bmwusa com Driving Machine Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 954 366 II 15 01 40 2 954 366 ue
202. ments 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 M S position 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 Symbols Symbol Meaning Downhill gradients the system is ready to charge the high voltage battery Target zone eDRIVE electric driving is being prepared Check Control The concept The Check Control system monitors functions in the vehicle and notifies you of malfunctions 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 90 In addition an acoustic signal may sound and a text message may appear on the Control Dis play Indicator warning lights General information The indicator and warning lights in the instru ment cluster can light up in a variety of combi nations and colors Several of the lights are checked for proper functioning and light up temporarily when the engine is started or the ignition is switched on Red lights Safety belt reminder e Flashing or illuminated safet
203. mer The set interior temperature for the driver and passenger are not changed gt Lever for changing the air flow direction arrow 2 165 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 954 366 II 15 Controls Climate control gt Thumbwheels for opening and closing the vents continuously arrows 3 Ventilation levels gt Draft free ventilation Thumbwheel arrow 3 in level the air current is fanned out Maximum air flow Thumbwheel arrow 3 in level the air is partially fanned out and partially bundled This maximizes the air supply Direct ventilation Thumbwheel arrow 3 in level the air is bundled and can be directed to a specific point Adjusting the ventilation gt Ventilation for cooling Direct vent in your direction when vehicle s interior is too hot Draft free ventilation Adjust the vent to let the air flow past you Ventilation in rear center gt Thumbwheels to vary the temperature ar row 1 Toward blue colder Toward red warmer Lever for changing the air flow direction arrow 2 Thumbwheels for continuous opening and closing of the vents arrow 3 166 Ventilation side Thumbwheel for continuous opening and closing of the vents arrow 1 Lever for changing the air flow direction arrow 2 Rear automatic climate control Ata glance NO fh WN Temperature AUTO program Vent settings Air flow AUTO intensity Displ
204. mpartment contains a switch for separately securing the trunk lid refer to page 46 Replacing the battery 1 Remove integrated key from remote con trol 2 Pushin the catch with the key 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 Take the used battery to a recycling Che 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 one of the following situations the igni tion can be switched on engine started or drive readiness activated gt Interference of radio transmission to re mote control by external sources e g by radio masts gt Empty battery in remote control gt Interference from radio transmissions through mobile devices in close proximity to remote control 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 an at tempt is made to switch on the ignition or start the engine or activate engine readiness Starting the engine or activating drive readiness with emergency detection of the remote control p Steptronic transmission if a corresponding Check Control mes
205. muscular tension and fatigue to help prevent lower back pain Press button The LED lights up Front seat heating 60 Switching on a 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 ically with the temperature selected last When ECO PRO refer to page 191 is acti vated the heater output is reduced Switch off Press button longer The LEDs go out Temperature distribution The heating action in the seat cushion and backrest can be distributed in different ways On the Control Display Climate Front seat heating Select the required seat Awp s Turn the controller to set the temperature distribution Rear seat heating Switching on el Press button once for each tempera ture level Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 954 366 II 15 Adjusting Controls 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 ically with the temperature selected last When ECO PRO refer to page 191 is acti vated the heater output is reduced Switch off Press button longer The LEDs go out Active seat ventilation front The seat cushion and backrest surfaces are cooled by means of integrated fans The ventilation cools the s
206. n leaving the vehicle so that children e g can not operate the power windows and injure themselves lt Opening gt Press the button to the resistance point The window opens while the switch is held gt Press the switch beyond the resist ance point The window opens automatically Pressing the switch again stopse the motion See also Convenient opening refer to page 41 via remote control Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 954 366 II 15 Opening and closing Controls Closing Keep the closing path clear Monitor closing and make sure that the closing path of the window is clear otherwise Injuries may result lt gt Pull the switch to the resistance point The window closes while the switch is held P gt Pull the switch beyond the resistance point The window closes automatically Pulling again stops the motion See also closing by means of Comfort Access refer to page 47 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 lt No window accessories Do not install any accessories in the win dow s range of movement otherwise the pinch protection system will be impaired If closing force exceeds a specific margin as a window closes closing is interrupted Th
207. n of the remote control refer to page 39 43 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 954 366 II 15 Controls Opening and closing From the inside Unlocking and locking Pressing the central locking system button locks or unlocks the vehicle with the front doors closed The vehicle is not secured against theft when locking The fuel filler flap remains unlocked In the event of a severe accident the vehicle is automatically unlocked The hazard warning system and interior lights come on Unlocking and opening gt Press the central locking system button to unlock the doors together and then pull the door handle above the armrest gt On the door to be opened pull the door handle twice the first time unlocks the door the second time opens it The other doors remain locked 44 Doors Automatic Soft Closing To close the doors push lightly It is closed automatically Danger of jamming Make sure that the closing path of the doors is clear otherwise injuries may result Trunk lid Opening During opening the trunk lid pivots back and up Ensure that adequate clearance is available before opening Opening from the outside gt Press button on the trunk lid Press button on the remote con trol for approx 1 second As the case may be the doors are also un locked Unlocking with the remote control refer to page 42 The trunk lid opens Opening from the inside Wi
208. n 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 lt Climate control windshield The marked area is not covered with heat re flective coating Use this area for garage door openers devices for electronic toll collection etc Climate control laminated tinted safety glass The vehicle glass provides full protection against the harmful effects of UV radiation on the skin Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 954 366 II 15 Things to remember when driving 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 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 a
209. n into the bulb s surface and reduce its service life Use a clean tissue cloth or something similar or hold the bulb by its base lt 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 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 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 Headlight setting The headlight adjustments can be affected by changing lights and bulbs Have the head lights settings checked and corrected by serv ice after a replacement Front lights bulb replacement Xenon headlights At a glance Corner illuminating lights Parking lamp daytime running lights Low beams high beams A WON Turn signal 221 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 954 366 II 15 Mobility Replacing components Hints Be
210. n the Control Display Switch back on press button 1 Settings 2 Lighting Reading lights 3 Brightness Press button 4 Adjust the brightness Reading lights are located at the front and rear next to the interior lights Bang amp Olufsen High End Surround Sound System Adjusting speaker lighting Some speakers in the vehicle are illuminated The lighting can be individually set Settings Lighting B amp O Select the desired lighting setting Yh gt Off no lighting gt Reduced the speakers in the field of view are faded while driving gt On the speakers are always illumi nated 108 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 954 366 II 15 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 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 which safety belts alone would not provide ad equate restraint 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 4 Side airbag 5 Knee airbags Side airbags
211. n the event of a warning do not jerk the steer ing wheel as you may lose control of the vehi cle lt At a glance Button in the vehicle E Lane departure warning A 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 Press button y 7 4 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 954 366 II 15 Safety Controls gt On the LED lights up gt Off the LED goes out Settings are stored for the profile currently in use Display in the instrument cluster Lines system is activated gt ys j 4 gt Arrows at least one lane marking was detected and warnings can be issued Issued warning If you leave the lane and if a lane marking has been detected the steering wheel begins vi brating If the turn signal is set before changing the lane a warning is not issued End of warning The warning ends gt Automatically after approx 3 seconds gt When returning to your own lane gt When braking hard gt When using the turn signal System limits The system may not be fully functional in the following situations gt In heavy fog rain or snowfall gt Inthe event of missing worn poorly visi ble merging diverging or multiple lane markings such as in construction areas gt When lane markings are covered in snow ice dirt or water gt In
212. nce point and hold it there The sliding visor opens as long as the reel is held down If the sliding visor is already fully open the glass sunroof opens The glass sunroof closes as long as the reel is held down If the glass sunroof is already closed or in the tilted position the sliding visor closes gt Press the reel in the desired direction past the resistance point Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 954 366 II 15 Opening and closing Controls The sliding visor opens automatically If the sliding visor is already fully open the glass sunroof opens automatically The glass sunroof closes automatically If the glass sunroof is already closed or in the tilted position the sliding visor closes au tomatically Pressing the reel upward stops the motion Opening closing the glass sunroof and sliding visor together Briefly press the reel twice in succession in the desired direc tion past the resistance point The glass sunroof and sliding vi sor move together Pressing the reel upward stops the motion gt See also Convenient opening refer to page 41 via remote control gt See also closing by means of Comfort Ac cess refer to page 47 Comfort position If the glass sunroof is not automatically com pletely opened the comfort position has been attained In this position the wind noises in the interior are the least If desired continue the movement by pressing the reel Pi
213. nce from the vehicle 232 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 954 366 II 15 Care Mobility Care 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 Car washes General information Regularly remove foreign objects such as leaves in the area below the windshield when the hood is raised Wash your vehicle frequently particularly in winter Intense soiling and road salt can dam age the vehicle Hints 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 If the vehicle has a glass sunroof ensure that a distance of at least 31 5 inches 80 cm is main tained Holding them too close or using exces sively 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
214. nce 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 111 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 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 sur
215. nch protection system If the closing force when closing the glass sun roof exceeds a certain value the closing move ment is stopped beginning at approximately the middle of the opening in the roof or from the tilted position during closing The glass sunroof reopens slightly Danger of jamming even with pinch pro tection Despite the pinch protection system check that the glass sunroof s closing path is clear otherwise the closing action may not be inter rupted in certain extreme situations such as when thin objects are present Closing from the open position without pinch protection E g if there is an external danger proceed as follows 1 Press the reel forward beyond the resist ance point and hold The pinch protection is limited and the glass sunroof reopens slightly if the closing force exceeds a certain margin 2 Press the reel forward again beyond the re sistance point and hold until the glass sun roof closes without jam protection Make sure that the closing area is clear Closing from the raised position without pinch protection lf there is an external danger push the reel for ward past the resistance point and hold it The glass sunroof closes without jam protec tion Initializing after a power failure After a power failure during the opening or closing process the glass sunroof can only be operated to a limited extent Initializing the system The system can be initialized when
216. nd For additional information refer to Lane depar ture warning refer to page 130 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 80 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 104 Front fog lights Front fog lights are activated For additional information refer to Front fog lights refer to page 107 High beam Assistant A High beam Assistant is switched on 5 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 106 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 954 366 II 15 Displays Controls Cruise control The system is switched on It maintains A the speed that was set using the con trol elements on the steering wheel Automatic Hold The vehicle is automatically held in AUTOH place when it is stationary On inclines the system prevents the vehicle from rolling backward when driving off For more information see Automatic Hold re fer to page 78 Blue lights High beams High beams are activated For additional information refer to High beams refer to page 81 General lamps
217. nd 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 Hazard warning flashers The button is located in the center console Intelligent Emergency Request The concept In case of an emergency an Emergency Re quest can be made through this system General information Only press the SOS button in an emergency Hints Emergency Request not guaranteed For technical reasons the Emergency Request cannot be guaranteed under unfavor able conditions lt Overview SOS button in the roofliner Requirements gt The SIM card integrated in the vehicle has been activated gt The radio ready state is switched on The Assist system is functional Initiating an Emergency Request 1 Press the cover briefly to open it 2 Press the SOS button until the LED at the button lights up green gt The LED lights up green an Emergency Request was initiated If a cancel prompt appears on the display the Emergency Request can be aborted 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 221
218. nd outside influen ces the air is directed to the windshield side windows upper body and into the footwell The cooling function refer to page 164 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 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 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 Press the left or right side of the but i 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 Defrosts windows and removes condensation Press button 163 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 954 366 II 15 Controls Climate control Ice and condensation are quickly removed from the windshield and the front side win dows 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 con
219. nding 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 Ata glance 1 Adjusting 66 2 Left right Automatic Curb Monitor 3 Foldinandout 66 Selecting a mirror To change over to the other mirror Slide the switch 66 Adjusting electrically The setting corresponds to the direc tion in which the button is pressed Saving positions Seat mirror and steering wheel memory refer to page 65 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 k a Slide the switch to the driver s side mirror position 2 Engage selector lever position R 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
220. ne Navigation Office ConnectedDrive Vehicle info Settings 3 If necessary move the controller to the left to display Time Date 21 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 954 366 II 15 Ataglance GEEWA iDrive 4 Turn the controller until Time Date is Radio symbols highlighted and then press the controller I amp Settings ziimaDaE HJ HD Radio station is being received Language Units 7 1 i dk Satellite radio is switched on Tone j Speed Climate Telephone symbols Lighting Doors Key pea aw Incoming or outgoing call 5 Turn the controller until Time is high g 23 lighted and then press the controller N Missed call _ amp Time Date alll Wireless network reception Time 09 30 strength Format 24h Symbol flashes network search Date i f pi Aau su alll Wireless network is not available Format tt mm jjjj 3 Bluetooth is switched on A Roaming is active Text message was received 6 Turn the controller to set the hours and i l press the controller mO Check the SIM card 7 Turn the controller to set the minutes and m Sill card is blocked press the controller ZA SIM card is missing e a Enter PIN Status information Status field Entertainment symbols The following information is displayed in the status field at the top right gt Time CD DVD player gt Current entertainment source A Music collection P SOUN OULPU OGN Soe Gracenote
221. nflation pressures are accepted as reference values The reset is completed automatically while driving 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 a flat tire or a major loss in tire inflation pressure gt Noreset was performed for the system The system therefore issues a warning based on the tire inflation pressures before the last reset 1 Reduce your speed and stop cautiously Avoid sudden braking and steering maneu vers 2 Check whether the vehicle is fitted with regular tires or run flat tires Run flat tires refer to page 206 are la beled with a circular symbol containing the letters RSC marked on the tire s sidewall Do not continue driving without run flat tires Do not continue driving if the vehicle is not equipped with run flat tires continued driving may result in serious accidents lt A low tire inflation pressure might turn on DSC Dynamic Stability Control 113 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 954 366 II 15 Controls Safety Actions in the event of a flat tire Normal tires 1 Identify the damaged tire Do this by checking the air pressure in all four tires
222. nline Edition for Part no 01 40 2 954 366 II 15 Replacing components Power failure After a temporary power loss some equipment needs to be newly initialized or individual set tings updated e g gt Seat mirror and steering wheel memory store the positions again Time update gt Date update Glass sunroof initialize the system refer to page 55 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 Plastic tweezers and information on the fuse types and locations are stored in the fuse box in the trunk 226 In the glove compartment Push the handle up arrow 1 and open the lid arrow 2 In the trunk Open the cover on the right side trim arrow Information on the fuse types and locations is found on a separate sheet Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 954 366 II 15 Breakdown assistance Mobility Breakdown assistance Vehicle features and options This chapter describes all standard country specific a
223. no 01 40 2 954 366 II 15 BMW ActiveHybrid Ataglance a glance BMW ActiveHybrid 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 Hybrid system Special features of the hybrid system High voltage system This BMW 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 Overview Ee N 3 4 Combustion engine Electric motor Control system electronics electric motor High voltage cables orange a fF Q N High voltage battery 6 Auxiliary battery combustion engine 7 Starter battery combustion engine 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 v
224. not to add too much engine oil 213 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 954 366 II 15 Mobility 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 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 General information A detailed measurement is only possible with certain engines Requirements gt Vehicle is on level road gt Steptronic transmission selector lever in selector lever position N or P and accelera tor 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 displayed via a scale Time approx 1 minute 214 Adding engine oil General information Switch off the ignition and safely park the vehi cle before engine oil is added Oil filler neck Only add engine oil when the message is dis played in the instrument cluster or when the engine oil level has almost dropped to
225. nsor is not aligned correctly This may be caused by damage incurred during parking e g A Check Control message is displayed if the system fails The function for detecting and responding when approaching stationary vehicles may be limited in the following situations gt During calibration of the camera immedi ately after vehicle shipment gt Ifthe camera is malfunctioning or dirty A Check Control message is displayed 147 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 954 366 II 15 Controls Driving comfort 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 V 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 Controls Overview Press but Function ton 6 Cruise control on off interrupt refer to page 148 SET Store maintain speed refer to page 149 RES Resume speed refer to page 149 rocker switch Maintain store change speed refer to page 149 148 Buttons are a
226. ntain substances that are dangerous and harmful to your health lt 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 tree 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 Only use respectively approved cleaning and care products for vehicles with matte finish Suitable care products for matte finishes are available from the service center Leather care Remove dust from the leather often using a cloth or vacuum cleaner Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 954 366 II 15 Care Mobility 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 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 Vac
227. nth 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 200 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 0 1 bar For Flat Tire Monitor after correcting the tire 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 201 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
228. o 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 Brake force display The concept gt During normal brake application the outer brake lights light up gt During heavy brake application the inner brake lights light up in addition Active Protection General information The Active Protection safety package consists of systems that are independent of each other gt Attentiveness assistant gt PreCrash gt PostCrash Attentiveness assistant The concept The system can detect increasing lack of alert ness or fatigue of the driver during long mo notonous journeys e g on highways In this situation it is recommended that the driver takes a break Note Personal responsibility The system cannot act as a substitute for the personal assessment of one s physical state and may not detect an increasing lack of alertness or fatigue or may not detect it cor rectly Therefore make sure that the driver is rested and alert otherwise risks may be de tected too late and an accident be caused as a result Function The system is activated each time the engine is started and cannot be switched off After travel has begun the system is trained a
229. of 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 211 under the heading Hood the sentence beginning If you are unfamiliar should be disregarded At page 215 under the heading Engine Oil Change the text should be disregarded and in 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 218 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 recom mends 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 BMW specifications The manufacturer of your vehicle recommends that you maintain records of all maintenance and repair work performed on your vehicle At page
230. of both sensors Opening Perform the foot movement described earlier Before the opening the hazard warning sys tem flashes The trunk lid opens regardless of whether it was previously locked or unlocked During opening the trunk lid pivots back and up Ensure that adequate clearance is available before opening Preventing inadvertent opening In situations where the trunk lid is not to be opened with no touch activation ensure that the remote control is located beyond the range of the sensor at least 5 ft 1 50 m from the rear of the car Otherwise the trunk lid may be opened inad vertently for example by an unintentional or misinterpreted movement of the foot lt Closing Tailgate closing with no touch activation is only possible with automatic tailgate operation Perform the foot movement described earlier The hazard warning system flashes on and an acoustic signal sounds before the trunk lid closes When closing the trunk lid pivots back and down The closing of the trunk lid has no effect on the locking of the vehicle Another foot movement can interrupt the clos Ing Operation Avoiding unintentional closing In situations in which the opened trunk lid should not to be closed with no touch acti vation ensure that the remote control is lo cated beyond the range of the sensor at least 5 ft 1 50 m from the rear of the car Otherwise the trunk lid may be closed inadver tently for exampl
231. ollowing circumstances gt For small children and animals 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 With thin or wedge shaped objects gt With moving objects 151 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 954 366 II 15 Controls Driving comfort gt With elevated protruding objects such as ledges or cargo gt 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 sensors are covered in snow gt 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 Through heavy pollution Due to other ul
232. oming traffic and to achieve optimum illumination of the roadway Malfunction A Check Control message is displayed Adaptive Light Control is malfunctioning or has 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 or suppresses the light in the areas that blind oncoming traffic The procedure is con trolled by a camera on the front of the interior rearview mirror The assistant ensures that the high beams are activated whenever the traffic situation allows The driver can intervene at 106 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 1 Depending on the equipment turn the light switch into position ZD or 2 2 Press button on the turn signal lever ar row _ The indicator lamp in the instrument 4 cluster lights up 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 illumination e g in towns and cities The blue indicator lamp in the instru ment cluster lights up wh
233. on of the tire inflation pressure and after every tire or wheel change Status display The current status of the Flat Tire Monitor can be displayed on the Control Display e g whether or not the FTM is active On the Control Display 1 Vehicle info 2 Vehicle status 3 1 Flat Tire Monitor FTM The status is displayed Initialization When initializing the once set inflation tire pressures serve as reference values in order to 116 detect a flat tire Initialization is started by con firming the tire inflation pressures Do not initialize the system when driving with snow chains On the Control Display Vehicle info Vehicle status 1 Perform reset Start the engine do not drive off Start the initialization with Perform reset eS SS YS Drive away The initialization is completed while driving which can be interrupted at any time The initialization automatically continues when driving resumes Indication of a flat tire The yellow warning lamp lights up A Check Control message is displayed There is a flat tire or a major loss in tire inflation pressure 1 Reduce your speed and stop cautiously Avoid sudden braking and steering maneu vers 2 Check whether the vehicle is fitted with regular tires or run flat tires Run flat tires refer to page 206 are la beled with a circular symbol containing the letters RSC marked on the tire s sidewall Do not cont
234. ontinued driving with a flat tire 114 117 Control Display 18 Control Display settings 101 Controller 18 Control systems driving sta bility 136 Convenient opening with the remote control 41 Coolant 216 Coolant level 216 Coolant temperature 94 Cooling function 164 Cooling maximum 164 Cooling system 216 Cornering light 105 Corrosion on brake discs 186 244 Cosmetic mirror 172 Courtesy lamps during un locking 41 Courtesy lamps with the vehi cle locked 42 Cruise control 148 Cruise control active with Stop amp Go 141 Cruise Control refer to Active Cruise Control 141 Cruising range 95 Cupholder 178 D Damage tires 204 Damping control dy namic 138 Data technical 240 Date 95 Daytime running lights 105 Deactivating drive readi ness 75 Defrosting refer to Windows defrosting 163 Dehumidifying air 164 Deleting personal data 24 Deletion of personal data 24 Destination distance 99 Digital clock 95 Dimensions 240 Dimmable exterior mirrors 67 Dimmable interior rearview mirror 67 Direction indicator refer to Turn signals 80 Display electronic instru ment cluster 87 Display in windshield 102 Display lighting refer to In strument lighting 107 Displays cleaning 236 Displays hybrid system 88 Disposal coolant 217 Disposal vehicle battery 226 Distance control refer to PDC 150 Distance to destination 99 Divided screen view split screen 23 Door lock 43
235. or without securing them oth erwise they may present a danger to occu pants e g during braking and evasive maneu vers lt 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 2 Loading MRP iitema es 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 4 187 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 954 366 II 15 LEE Loading Load h CCTC Max Load RAR 7 7 lt MaxLoad RARER lt 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 cargo that can be transported Stowing cargo gt The cov
236. orating 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 219 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 954 366 II 15 Mobility Replacing components Replacing components Vehicle features and options Replacing the wiper blades 1 To change the wiper blades fold up refer This chapter describes all standard country to page 82 the wiper arms specific and optional features offered with the series It also describes features that are not 2 Fold up the wipers 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 Onboard vehicle tool kit 3 Position the wiper blade in a horizontal po sition 4 Remove the wiper blade toward one side The onboard vehicle tool kit is located in a fold down cover in the trunk lid Unscrew the wing nut to open Insert the new wiper blade in reverse order 5 of removal until it locks in place Wiper blade replacement 6 Fold down th
237. ore always be alert and ready to inter Py Parking assistant vene otherwise the wheels tires or the vehi cle may become damaged lt Ultrasound sensors An engine that has been switched off by the Auto Start Stop function is restarted automati p cally when the parking assistant is activated Requirements For measuring parking spaces gt Maximum speed while driving forward ap prox 22 mph 35 km h gt Maximum distance to row of parked vehi l l des Swis The ultrasound sensors for measuring parking spaces are located on the side of the vehicle Suitable parking space To ensure full functionality gt Gap between two objects with a minimum gt Keep the sensors clean and free of ice length of approx 5 ft 1 5 m gt When using high pressure washers do not gt Min length of gap between two objects spray the sensors for long periods and your vehicle s length plus approx maintain a distance of at least 12 in 30 cm 4 ft 1 2 m gt Do not put stickers over sensors gt Minimum depth approx 5 ft 1 5 m itchi loff Regarding the parking procedure Switching on o gt Doors and trunk lid closed Switching on with the button gt Parking brake released Py Press button Steptronic transmission The LED lights up gt Driver s safety belt fastened The current status of the parking space search Overview is indicated on the Control Display ey Parking assistant is activated automatically Button in th
238. orm 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 measured 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 excessiv
239. osed In COMFORT mode when rolling at speeds exceeding 35 mph approx 60 km h or when braking at speeds above 50 mph approx 80 km h gt In ECO PRO mode when coasting with out operating the brake at speeds below 100 mph approx 160 km h Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 954 366 II 15 Driving Controls After the coasting the combustion or electric motor restarts depending on the operating state Driving with combustion engine DRIVE The combustion engine provides the primary performance to move the vehicle If necessary the high voltage battery is charged at the same time Automatic start while driving The combustion engine is automatically started under the following conditions while driving gt By pressing the accelerator pedal beyond the resistance point at the full throttle posi tion kickdown Transmission position M S is set gt The speed for electric driving is exceeded while accelerating gt The high voltage battery has an insuffi cient charge gt High voltage battery is completely charged e g when driving downhill During intense accelerations or on inclines gt System related requirement for hybrid components gt Adapting to the course of the road when destination guidance is activated Automatic parking while driving When reducing speed the combustion engine is switched off when the conditions for electric driving refer to page 76 are met Assist
240. osition to repeat the action Distance Select a distance Adjust the distance according to the traf fic and weather conditions otherwise there is the risk of an accident Maintain the prescribed safety distance Reduce distance F Press button repeatedly until the de ski sired distance is set Instrument cluster will display selected dis tance refer to page 145 Increase distance A Press button repeatedly until the de sired distance is set 144 Instrument cluster will display selected dis tance refer to page 145 Calling up the desired speed and distance While driving Press button with the system RES switched on In the following cases the stored speed value is deleted and cannot be called up again gt When the system is switched off gt When the ignition is switched off While standing The system brought the vehicle to a complete standstill gt Green marking in the speedometer Your vehicle accelerates automatically as soon as the vehicle in the range of the ra dar sensor moves off gt Speedometer markings turn orange no au tomatic driving off To accelerate to the desired speed auto matically press the accelerator or press the RES or SET button Rolling bars in the distance display indicate that the the vehicle detected by the radar sen sor has driven off Your vehicle was brought down to a halt through stepping on the brake pedal and it is standing behin
241. ot 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 may be executed with maximum braking force and for a brief period only as necessary If the vehicle is equipped with Active Cruise Control with Stop amp Go the front end collision warning Is controlled via the cruise control ra dar sensor in conjunction with a camera The front end collision warning is available even if cruise control has been deactivated 121 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 954 366 II 15 Controls Safety With the vehicle approaching another vehicle ready to intervene otherwise there is the risk intentionally the collision warning is delayed of an accident lt avoiding false alarm Tow starting and towing General information For tow starting or towing switch off the The system issues a two phase warning of a Intelligent Safety systems otherwise malfunc possible danger of collision with vehicles at tions of the individual braking systems might speeds above approx 3 mph 5 km h Time of lead to accidents lt warnings may vary with the current driving sit uation Ata glance Detection range Button in the vehicle It responds to objects if they are detected by Intelligent Safety button the system Hints Radar sensor Personal responsibility The system does not serve as
242. ou V Rock n Roll Boy Shine A Light Depending on your vehicle s optional features the list in the instrument cluster can differ from the illustration shown 98 On the right side of the steering wheel turn the thumbwheel to activate the corresponding list Using the thumbwheel select the desired set ting and confirm it by pushing the thumbwheel On board computer Indication in the info display The information from the com puter is shown in the info display in the instrument cluster Calling up information on the info display Press the onboard computer button on the turn signal lever Information is displayed in the info display of the instrument cluster Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 954 366 II 15 Displays Controls Information at a glance Repeatedly pressing the button on the turn signal lever calls up the following information in the info display gt Range Average consumption fuel Average consumption fuel Average speed Date Speed limit detection VV VV OV Not for a multi functional instrument dis play gt Time of arrival When destination guidance is activated in the navigation system gt Distance to destination When destination guidance is activated in the navigation system ECO PRO bonus range Charge state of the high voltage battery as a percentage Adjusting the info display Depending on the vehicle equipment version you
243. ountry provisions must be observed when using the respective 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 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 95 can be displayed on the Con trol Display 218 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 Therefore 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 cent
244. ountry 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 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 954 366 II 15 tl Notes 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 and 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 gt New Vehicle Limited Warranty gt Rust Perforation Limited Warranty gt Federal Emissions System Defect War ranty
245. our 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 205 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 954 366 II 15 Mobility 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 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 Run flat tires
246. our vehicle s optional features the range can also be displayed as bar in the instrument cluster 1 Settings 2 Instrument cluster 3 Additional indicators With navigation system range with destination guidance active Ye If respective equipment is fitted Loy and destination guidance is ac tive the remaining range is dis played when the destination is reached Service requirements The concept After the ignition is turned on the instrument cluster briefly displays available driving dis tance or time to the next scheduled mainte nance 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 1 Vehicle info 2 Vehicle status 95 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 954 366 II 15 Controls Displays 3 Go Service required Required maintenance procedures and le gally mandated inspections are displayed 4 Select an entry to call up detailed informa tion Symbols Sym Description bols No service is currently required The deadline for scheduled mainte nance or a legally mandated inspec tion is approac
247. p anchor Otherwise the strap will not properly secure the child restraint system in the event of an accident Direction of travel Head restraint Hook for upper retaining strap Mounting point eye Rear window shelf Seat backrest NO 1 fh WN Upper retaining strap 71 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 954 366 II 15 Controls Transporting children safely Attaching the upper retaining strap to the mounting point 1 Remove the mounting point cover 2 Raise the head restraint Do not change the middle head restraint 3 Guide the upper retaining strap between the supports of the head restraint Guide it over the head restraint of the mid dle seat 4 Attach the hook of the retaining strap to the mounting eye 5 Tighten the retaining strap by pulling it down 6 Lower and lock head restraints as needed Locking the doors and windows Rear doors Push the locking lever on the rear doors down The door can now be opened from the outside only Safety switch for the rear A Press button on the driver s door if children are being transported in the rear This locks various functions so that they can not be operated from the rear safety switch refer to page 53 72 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 954 366 II 15 Driving Controls Driving Vehicle features and options This chapter describes all standard country specific and optional features offered with the s
248. pe of a traffic sign to display the currently detected speed limit The camera in the area of the interior rearview mirror detects traffic signs at the edge of the road as well as variable over Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 954 366 II 15 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 lt At a 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 Displays If speed limit detection is switched on it can be displayed on the info display in the instru ment cluster via the computer Display The following is displayed in the instrument cluster Speed limit detection Current speed limit P mph Speed limit detection is not available Speed limit detection
249. peed is reduced slightly although curves can not be anticipated in advance Therefore drive into a curve at an appropriate speed In tight curves the system offers only restricted detection where a vehicle ahead of you might be detected late or not at all When you approach a curve the system may briefly report vehicles in the next lane due to the bend of the curve If the system deceler ates you may compensate it by briefly acceler ating After releasing the gas pedal the system is re activated and controls speed independently Driving away In some situations the vehicle cannot drive off automatically for example gt On steep inclines gt From behind bumps in the road In these cases step on the accelerator pedal Radar sensor 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 gt OAYARSS3 A Compliance statement 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 Malfunction The system cannot be activated if the radar se
250. person is detected in the central area immediately in front of the vehicle The yellow symbol is displayed when a person in the extended area is moving from the right or left towards the central area The displayed symbol can vary with the people detected Intervene actively by braking or make an eva sive maneuver When animals are detected an animal ada symbol is displayed The symbol also shows the side of the road on which the animal was detected Intervene actively by braking or make an evasive maneuver Acute warning r The red symbol is displayed and a sig AZAN nal sounds When animals are detected an red animal symbol is displayed with the signal tone P Red symbol in the instrument cluster N Intervene immediately by braking or make an evasive maneuver Display in the Head up Display The warning is displayed simultane JAAN ously in the Head up Display and on the instrument cluster The displayed symbol can vary with the people detected When animals are detected an animal symbol is displayed System limits Basic limits System operation is limited in situations such as the following gt On steep hills in steep depressions or in tight curves gt When the camera is dirty or the protective glass is damaged In heavy fog rain or snowfall gt At very high external temperatures 129 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 954 366 II 15 Controls Safety Limits of pedestri
251. positions ness is set gt Objects on the cover of the Head up Dis 5 Press the controller play Settings are stored for the profile currently in gt Sunglasses with certain polarization filters use gt Wet roads Depending on the light conditions the bright gt Unfavorable light conditions ness settings may not be clearly visible If the image is distorted check the basic set tings Switching on off pe Press button 102 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 954 366 II 15 Displays Controls Display Overview Speed Navigation system Check Control messages Y yy YY y 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 A wrs 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 2 Sy gt 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 th
252. ptional 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 198 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 Do not refuel unless the engine is ata standstill and the transmission Is in posi tion P N Do not refuel unless the engine is at a standstill and the transmission is in position P N other wise the buildup of pressure may cause the fuel nozzle to shut off prematurely lt 196 Fuel lid Opening 1 Briefly press the rear edge of the fuel filler flap 2 Turn the tank lid counterclockwise 3 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 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 954 366 II 15 Refueling Mobility 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 Manually unlocking fuel filler flap In the event of an elect
253. r Part no 01 40 2 954 366 II 15 Saving fuel Drivingtips tips Longer braking procedures result in more effi cient charging of the high voltage battery via energy recovery from braking Avoid high engine speeds As a rule driving at low engine speeds lowers fuel consumption and reduces wear Use 1st gear to get the vehicle moving Start ing with the 2nd gear accelerate rapidly When accelerating shift up before reaching high en gine speeds When you reach the desired speed shift into the highest applicable gear and drive with the engine speed as low as possible and at a con stant speed If necessary observe the gear shift indicator of the vehicle refer to page 96 Use coasting When approaching a red light take your foot off the accelerator and let the vehicle coast to a halt For going downhill take your foot off the accel erator and let the vehicle roll The flow of fuel is interrupted while coasting The high voltage battery is being charged Switch off the engine during longer stops Switch off the engine during longer stops e g at traffic lights railroad crossings or in traffic congestion 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 en
254. r 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 re A Press button a DSC OFF and the DSC OFF indicator lamp go out Indicator warning lights When DSC is deactivated DSC OFF is dis played in the instrument cluster amp The indicator lamp lights up DSC is 5 deactivated 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 vehicle from deep snow or driving off from loose grounds gt When driving with snow chains 137 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 954 366 II 15 Controls Driving stability control systems Deactivating activating DTC Dynamic Traction Control Activating DTC r an Press button TRACTION is displayed in the instru ment cluster and the indicator lamp for DSC OFF lights
255. rake 185 Front airbags 109 Front end collision warning with braking function 121 Front end collision warning with City Braking func tion 119 Front fog lights 107 Front fog lights bulb replace ment 223 Front lights 221 front seat passenger airbags automatic deactivation 111 Front seat passenger airbags indicator lamp 111 FTM Flat Tire Monitor 116 Fuel 198 Fuel consumption refer to Average fuel consump tion 99 Fuel filler flap 196 Fuel gauge 94 Fuel lid 196 Fuel quality 198 Fuel recommendation 198 Fuel tank capacity 241 Functions hybrid system 31 Fuse 226 G Garage door opener refer to Universal Integrated Remote Control 170 Gasoline 198 Gear change Steptronic transmission 84 Gear shift indicator 96 General driving notes 184 Glare shield 172 Glass sunroof powered 54 Glove compartment 176 245 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 954 366 II 15 Reference Everything from A to Z Gross vehicle weight ap proved 241 H Handbrake refer to Parking brake 77 Hand held transmitter alter nating code 171 Hazard warning flashers 227 Head airbags 109 Headlight control auto matic 105 Headlight courtesy delay fea ture 105 Headlight courtesy delay fea ture remote control 50 Headlight courtesy delay fea ture via remote control 42 Headlight flasher 81 Headlight glass 221 Headlights 221 Headlights care 234 Headlight washer system 81 Head restraints 57 Head
256. re 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 186 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 954 366 II 15 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 aged lt Heavy and hard objects Do not stow any heavy and hard objects in the car s interi
257. re is the risk of an accident Differences in speed Large differences in speed relative to other vehicles cannot be compensated by the system such as in the following situations gt When fast approaching a slowly moving vehicle gt When another vehicle suddenly swerves into the wrong lane gt When stationary objects are approached at high speed lt Maintaining storing the speed i J Press button Or Press the rocker switch while the system is in terrupted When the system is switched on the current speed is maintained and stored as the desired speed 143 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 954 366 II 15 Controls Driving comfort This is displayed in the speedometer and briefly in the instrument cluster Displays in the instrument cluster refer to page 145 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 Hold the rocker switch in p
258. ready to intervene otherwise there is the risk of an accident lt Tow starting and towing For tow starting or towing switch off the Intelligent Safety systems otherwise malfunc tions of the individual braking systems might lead to accidents lt 119 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 954 366 II 15 Controls Safety 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 Switch off z Press button the system is switched Mmd off The LED goes out Re press button the system is switched on The LED lights up 120 Setting the warning 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
259. relevant information di rectly Opening via the iDrive To move directly from the application on the Control Display to the Options menu ERAN 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 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 OPTION 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 J 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
260. ress the knob a gt When the ignition is switched off the time the external temperature and the odometer are displayed gt When the ignition 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 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 954 366 II 15 Displays Controls Therefore drive carefully on bridges and shaded roads e g to avoid the increased risk of an accident lt Time The time is displayed at the bot tom of the instrument cluster 08 35 am Setting the time and time for mat refer to page 101 Date The date is displayed in the oR kkrk computer Setting the date and date for mat refer to page 101 Range Display With a low remaining range gt A Check Control message is displayed briefly gt The remaining range is shown on the on board co mupter gt With a dynamic driving style e g taking curves aggressively engine operation might vary The Check Control message appears continu ously below a range of approx 30 miles 50 km Refuel promptly Refuel no later than at a range of 30 miles 50 km or engine operation might fail and damage might occur Displaying the cruising range Depending on y
261. ribes 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 50 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 218 38 Overview 1 Unlocking 2 Locking 3 Opening the trunk lid With automatic tailgate operation opening the trunk lid 4 Function adjustable Panic mode in alarm system auxiliary air conditioning headlamp courtesy delay fea ture Integrated key Press button arrow 1 and remove the key ar row 2 The integrated key fits the following locks gt Driver s door gt Storage compartment in the front center armrest Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 954 366 II 15 Opening and closing Controls The storage co
262. rical malfunction e g The release is located in the trunk x gt S Remove the cover Pull the green knob with the fuel pump symbol This releases the fuel filler flap Observe the following when refueling The fuel tank is full when the filler nozzle clicks off the first time 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 197 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 954 366 II 15 Mobility Fuel 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 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 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 sulf
263. river 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 When the ignition is switched off automatically by opening or closing the driver s door un buckling the driver s safety belt or by the auto matic switching of the low beams to parking lights the radio ready state remains active 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 Drive readiness in detail The concept The following are the different drive readiness variants gt Electric drive readiness Silent Start refer to page 4 The vehicle is powered by the electric mo tor gt Starting the combustion engine refer to page 5 The vehicle is powered by the combustion engine 14 Hints 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 Do not leave the vehicle unattended Do not leave the vehicle unattended with drive readiness active otherwise it may pose a risk lt Take the remote control with you Take th
264. riving gt Break in the engine gt Idling of the engine gt Usage of non approved engine oil grades Therefore regularly check the engine oil level after refueling Depending on its engine the vehicle is equip ped with electronic oil measurement or oil measuring is done with a dipstick The electronic oil measurement has two meas uring principles gt Status display gt Detailed 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 Engine 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 214 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
265. riving 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 118 ready to intervene otherwise there is the risk of an accident lt Tow starting and towing For tow starting or towing switch off the Intelligent Safety systems otherwise malfunc tions of the individual braking systems might lead to accidents lt Ata glance Button in the vehicle 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 The Intelligent Safety systems are automati cally active after every departure Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 954 366 II 15 Safety Controls Press button the systems are turned off The LED goes out Press button the systems are turned on The LED lights up Settings can be made on the Control Display Front end collision warning Depending on the equipment the collision warning system consists of one of the two sys tems gt Front end collision warning with City Brak ing function refer to page 119 gt Front end collision warning with braking function refer to page 121 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 red
266. rol with Stop amp Go function ACC refer to page 141 Vehicle detection Active Cruise Control Illuminated vehicle driving ahead de tected Flashing the conditions are not ade quate for operating the system The system was deactivated but applies the brakes until you actively resume control by pressing on the brake pedal or accelerator pedal 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 B i by the service center immediately B Ww DSC Dynamic Stability Control Flashing DSC controls the drive and 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 136 DSC Dynamic Stability Control is deactivated or DTC Dynamic Traction Control is activated amp Dynamic Stability Control DSC is oe switched off or Dynamic Traction Con trol DTC is switched on For additional information refer to Dynamic Stability Control refer to page 136 and Dy namic Traction Control refer to page 137 Flat Tire Monitor FTM D Reduce your speed and stop cau tiously Avoid sudden braking and steering ma neuvers The Flat Tire Monitor signals a
267. rols Adjusting Manual steering wheel adjustment ry Press button gt On the LED lights up gt Off the LED goes out If the trip is resumed within approx 15 min steering wheel heating is automatically acti vated again 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 Power steering wheel adjustment The steering wheel can be adjusted in four di rections Storing the position Seat mirror and steering wheel memory refer to page 65 Steering wheel heating 68 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 954 366 II 15 Transporting children safely Controls 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 should 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 accorda
268. rranged according to vehicle s series optional features and country specifica tions Switching on ka Press button on the steering wheel The marking in the speedometer is set to the current speed The 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 kA Press button on the steering wheel gt If active press twice gt If interrupted press once The displays go out The stored desired speed is deleted Interrupting kA 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 When SPORT is activated with Driving Dynamics Control Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 954 366 II 15 Driving comfort Controls 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 Press button Or SE Press the rocker switch while the system is in terrupted When the system is switched on the current speed is maintained and stored as the desired speed This is d
269. rrently in use When the vehi cle is unlocked via the remote control the po a sition is automatically retrieved if the Function Pai refer to page 50 is activated for this purpose Move the button in the required direction Adjustments in detail 1 Forward back Backrest Move the button in the required direction 58 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 954 366 II 15 Adjusting Controls 2 Height Thigh support ann Multifunctional seat 3 Seat tilt Adjust the position using the lever Lumbar support The curvature of the seat backrest can be ad justed in a way that it supports the lumbar re gion of the spine The lower back and the spine are supported for upright posture gt Press the front rear section 4 Backrest tilt of the switch The curvature is increased decreased gt Press the upper lower sec tion of the switch The curvature is shifted up down Backrest width Change the width of the back rest using the side wings to ad just the lateral support To make it easier to enter and exit the vehicle the backrest width temporarily opens fully 59 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 954 366 II 15 Controls Adjusting Shoulder support Also supports the back in the shoulder area gt Results in a relaxed seating position gt Reduces strain on the shoulder muscles Active seat Active adjustment of the seat cushion s con tours reduces
270. rs and numbers enter ing 24 License plate lamp bulb re placement 223 Light alloy wheels care 235 Light control 105 Light emitting diodes LEDs 221 Lighter front 173 Lighter rear 173 Lighting 104 Lighting speaker 108 Lights 104 Lights and bulbs 220 Light switch 104 Load 188 Loading 187 Lock door 43 Locking unlocking via door lock 43 Locking unlocking with re mote control 41 Locking automatic 50 Locking settings 50 Locking via trunk lid 45 Lock power window 53 Locks doors and win dows 72 Low beams 104 Low beams automatic refer to High beam Assistant 106 Lower back support 59 Luggage rack see Roof mounted luggage rack 188 Lumbar support 59 M Maintenance 218 Maintenance require ments 218 Maintenance service require ments 95 Maintenance system BMW 218 Make up mirror 172 Malfunction displays see Check Control 90 Manual air distribution 163 Manual air flow 163 Manual brake refer to Parking brake 77 Manual mode Steptronic transmission 85 Manual operation door lock 43 Manual operation exterior mirrors 66 Manual operation fuel filler flap 197 Manual operation Park Dis tance Control PDC 151 Manual operation rearview camera 153 Manual operation Side View 156 Manual operation Top View 157 Marking on approved tires 205 Marking run flat tires 206 Massage seat front 60 Master key refer to Remote control 38 Maximum cooling 164 Max
271. s displayed on Press the controller D 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 Language Setting the language To set the language on the Control Display Settings Language Units Language ae i 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 27 101 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 954 366 II 15 Controls Displays Units of measure Head up Display Setting the units of measure The concept To set the units for fuel consumption route distance and temperature 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 This system projects important information Brightness into the driver s field of vision e g the speed The driver can get information without averting Setting the brightness his or her eyes from the road To set the brightness of the Control Display 1 Settings Display visibility 2 Control display The visibility of the displays in the Head up 3 Brightness Display is influenced by the following factors 4 Turn the controller until the desired bright gt Certain sitting
272. s consis tent tuning to minimize fuel consumption for maximum range with maximum driving stabili zation Comfort functions and the engine controller are adjusted Hybrid operation makes it possible to drive with more electrical power The program can be configured to individual specifications Activating ECO PRO i Press button repeatedly until ECO PRO is displayed in the instrument cluster Configuring ECO PRO 1 Activate ECO PRO 2 Configure ECO PRO Make the desired settings Displays in the instrument cluster Selected program The instrument cluster displays the selected program 140 Program selection Pressing the button displays a ah list of the selectable programs Depending on your vehicle s op tional features the list in the in strument cluster can differ from the illustration shown ECO PRO Display on the Control Display Program changes can be displayed briefly on the Control Display To do so make the following settings 1 Settings 2 Driving mode 3 Driving mode info Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 954 366 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 func
273. s 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 write to Administrator NHTSA 400 Seventh Street SW Washing ton DC 20590 You can also obtain other in formation about motor vehicle safety from http Awww 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 10 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 954 366 II 15 Notes PO 11 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 954 366 II 15 ae 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 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 All around the steering wheel 1 Seating comfort features A Active Blind Spot Detec I
274. sage appears hold the re mote control as shown against the marked area on the steering column and press the Start Stop button within 10 seconds while pressing the brake 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 39 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 954 366 II 15 Controls Opening and closing lf several drivers use their own remote control the vehicle will adjust the personal settings 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 memory buttons Volumes tone Control Display Navigation
275. selector lever position P or N to pre vent the vehicle from moving lt 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 74 readiness under the following conditions gt The drive system is not at operating tem perature gt The temperature of the hybrid system is too high gt The high voltage battery has an insuffi cient charge Driving away 1 Activate drive readiness 2 Engage selector lever position D M S or R 3 Release the parking brake 4 Drive away Deactivating drive readiness After stopping the vehicle 1 Engage selector lever position P 2 Press the Start Stop button 3 Set the parking brake After parking the vehicle you may hear noises due to operation of the hybrid system such as for cooling of the high voltage battery 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 233 Auto Start Stop function The concept The Auto Start Stop function helps save fuel The system switches off the combustion en gine when conditions for electric driving have been met The ignition or drive readiness re mains switched on Th
276. splay 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 an automatic braking intervention in a possible risk of collision 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 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 automatic braking intervention if there is risk of 123 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 954 366 II 15 Controls Safety a collision The intervention can bring the vehi cle
277. stored for the profile currently in use Saving a function 1 Highlight the function via the iDrive 2 198 Press and hold the desired button until a signal sounds Running a function Press button E The function will work immediately This means e g that the number is dialed when 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 Telephone Navigation ConnectedDrive Vehicle info Settings Deleting the button assignments 1 Press buttons 1 and 8 simultaneously for approx five seconds 2 OK 23 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 954 366 II 15 Ataglance GEIE U E iDrive 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 VY VV RemoteApp smartphone tethering Altogether the deletion of the data can take up to 30 minutes Functional requ
278. t YY Turn the controller until the desired speed is displayed 5 Press the controller Speed warning is stored Activating deactivating the speed warning On the Control Display Settings Speed Warning Se iY a Press the controller Setting your current speed as the speed warning On the Control Display Settings Speed Select current speed Wop s Press the controller The current vehicle speed is stored as the speed warning Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 954 366 II 15 Displays Controls 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 2 Time Date 3 Time 4 Turn the controller until the desired hours are displayed oO 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 i
279. t a few minutes before making an 229 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 954 366 II 15 Mobility Breakdown assistance other attempt in order to allow the dis charged battery to recharge 3 Let both engines run for several minutes 4 Disconnect the jumper cables in the re verse order Check the battery and recharge if needed Tow starting and towing Note Tow starting and towing For tow starting or towing switch off the Intelligent Safety systems otherwise malfunc tions of the individual braking systems might lead to accidents lt Steptronic transmission transporting your vehicle Note Your vehicle is not permitted to be towed Therefore contact a service center in the event of a breakdown Do not have the vehicle towed Have your vehicle transported on a load ing platform only otherwise damage may oc cur lt Tow truck The vehicle should only be transported ona loading platform 230 Do not lift the vehicle Do not lift the vehicle by the tow fitting or body and chassis parts otherwise damage may result Use tow fitting located in the front only for po sitioning the vehicle Towing other vehicles Hints Light towing vehicle The towing vehicle must not be lighter than the vehicle being towed otherwise it will not be possible to control the vehicle s re sponse lt Attaching the tow bar tow rope correctly Attach the tow bar or tow rope to the tow fitt
280. t 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 sec 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 Assoon as 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 171 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 954 366 II 15 Controls Interior equipment 4 Likewise press and hold the button of the desired function on the hand h
281. t 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 ActiveHybrid 5 Without high speed tuning feature 201 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 954 366 II 15 Mobility Wheels and tires Tire size Pressure specifications Tire size Pressure specifications in bar PSI in bar PSI Specifications in Specifications in bar PSI with cold R i f ip bar PSI with cold i f ip tires E tires gt 74 74 e 245 45 R18 100V 2 4 35 2 9 142 245 45 R 18 100V 2 71 39 3 2 46 M S XL A S RSC M S XL A S RSC 245 40 R 19 98 V 245 40 R 19 98 V M S XL A S RSC M S XL A S RSC 245 45 R 18 96 Y 245 45 R 18 96 Y RSC RSC 225 55 R 17 97 H 225 55 R 17 97 H M S RSC M S RSC 245 45 R 18 100 V 245 45 R 18 100 V M S XL RSC M S XL RSC Front 245 45R18 2 4 35 Front 245 45R18 2 71 39 J6 Y RSC 2 41 35 96 Y RSC 2 7139 Rear 275 40 R 18 Rear 275 40 R 18 99 Y RSC 99 Y RSC Front 245 40R19 2 4 35 Front 245 40R19 2 71 39 94 Y RSC 26 38 94 Y RSC 3 0 44 Rear 275 35 R 19 Rear 275 35 R 19 96 Y RSC 96 Y RSC Front 245 35 R20 2 5 36 Front 245 35 R20 2 8 41 95 Y XL RSC _ 29 42 95 Y XL RSC _ 32146 Rear 275 30 R 20 Rear 275 30 R 20 97 Y XL RSC 97 Y XL RSC Emergency wheel Speed up to a max
282. t no 01 40 2 954 366 II 15 Opening and closing Controls other vehicle equipped with the Personal Pro file function The following export options are available gt Via BMW Online 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 Settings Profiles Export profile BMW Online BMW Online USB interface USB device mop e 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 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 Settings Profiles Options S YS Display user list at startup Using the remote control Note Take the remot
283. t side of the engine compartment 216 Checking 1 Let the engine cool 2 Turn the lid of the coolant reservoir slightly counterclockwise to allow any excess pressure to dissipate then open it ia 3 Open the coolant reservoir lid 4 Thecoolant level is correct if it lies be tween the minimum and maximum marks in the filler neck Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 954 366 II 15 Coolant Adding 1 Let the engine cool 2 Turn the lid of the coolant reservoir slightly counterclockwise to allow any excess pressure to dissipate then open it 3 Ifthe coolant is low slowly add coolant up to the specified level do not overfill 4 Turn the lid until there is an audible click The arrows on the coolant reservoir and the lid must point towards one another 5 Have the cause of the coolant loss elimi nated as soon as possible Disposal Comply with the relevant environmen tal protection regulations when dispos ing of coolant and coolant additives 217 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 954 366 II 15 Mobility 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 c
284. t ventilation left 61 19 Seat heating left 60 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 954 366 II 15 Climate control Controls 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 Manual air distribution F Press button repeatedly to select a mae program Upper body region Upper body region and footwell Footwell Windows and footwell Windows upper body region and footwell YY yY yyy Windows driver s side only gt Windows and upper body region If the windows are fogged over press the AUTO button on the driver s side to utilize the condensation sensor Temperature Turn the ring to set the desired temperature The automatic climate control achieves this temperature as quickly as possible if needed by using the maximum cooling or heating li dacity 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 AUTO program AUTO Press button Air flow air distribution and tempera ture are controlled automatically Depending on the selected temperature AUTO intensity program a
285. tale 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 115 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 954 366 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 FTM Flat Tire Monitor The concept The system detects tire inflation pressure loss on the basis of rotation speed differences be tween the individual wheels while driving In the event of a tire inflation pressure loss the diameter and therefore the rotational speed of the corresponding wheel changes This will be detected and reported as a flat tire The system does not measure the actual infla tion pressure in the tires Functional requirements The system must have been initialized when the tire inflation pressure was correct other wise reliable flagging of a flat tire is not as sured Initialize the system after each correc ti
286. tatement 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 From the outside 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 Remove the key before pulling the door handle Before pulling the outside door handle remove the key to avoid damaging the paintwork and the key Unlock or lock the driver s door via the door lock using the integrated key refer to page 38 In some vehicle equipment versions only the driver s door can be unlocked or locked via the door lock In this case the other doors must be unlocked or locked from the inside Alarm system With some country versions the alarm system is not armed if the vehicle is locked with the integrated key In some country specific versions the alarm system is triggered when the vehicle is un locked via the door lock In order to terminate this alarm unlock vehicle with the remote control or switch on the igni tion if needed through emergency detectio
287. th the vehicle is stationary press the button in the driver s footwell The trunk lid opens Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 954 366 II 15 Opening and closing Controls Locking and closing Hints Keep the closing path clear Make sure that the closing path of the trunk lid 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 trunk lid is closed lt Locking a mm Press the button on the inside of the trunk lid to lock the vehicle prior to closing The driver s door must be closed for this pur pose Recessed grips in the interior trim of the trunk lid make it easier to pull down the lid Automatic tailgate operation Opening During opening the trunk lid pivots back and up Ensure that adequate clearance is available before opening gt Press button on the exterior of the trunk lid gt Press button on the remote con trol for approx 1 second As the case may be the doors are also un locked Opening with the remote control refer to page 42 gt Push the button in the driver s footwell Pressing the button again stops the motion The opening procedure is likewise interrupted gt When starting the engine gt When the vehicle starts moving gt By pressing the button in the dri
288. the lower mark of the dipstick Add 1 US quart liter Adding engine oil Add oil within the next 125 miles 200 km otherwise this 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 Protect children Keep oil grease etc out of reach of chil dren and observe the warnings on the contain ers to prevent health risks Engine oil types to add Hints No oil additives Oil additives may lead to engine dam age Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 954 366 II 15 Engine oil Mobility 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 BMW recommends and SAE 5W 30 or malfunctions or engine Original BMW Engine Oil damage may occur lt 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 Alternative engine oil types If an engine oil suitable for continuous use is not available up to 1 US quart liter of an en gine oil with the following oil rating can be added Gasoline en
289. the Control Display The rearview camera image is displayed when the reverse gear is engaged by pressing the button Switching the view via iDrive Py Rearview camera With PDC activated or Top View switched on eR Rear view camera The rearview camera image is displayed Camera 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 The camera lens is located in the handle of the tail gate The image quality may be impaired by gt Parking aid lines dirt P47 Parking aid lines Clean the camera lens refer to page 236 Lanes and turning radius are indicated gt Obstacle marking Switching on off Pa Obstacle marking i Spatially shaped markings are displayed Switching on automatically With the engine running engage lever in posi tion PR 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 153 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 954 366 II 15 erlie ca Driving comfort gt Pathway lines can be superimposed on the image of the rearview camera gt They help you to estimate how much space is needed when parking and maneu vering on level pavement gt They are dependent on the current steer
290. the sealant container Compressor NO oO fh WN Holder for bottle Compressor Connector cable for socket Connection hose On off reel Inflation pressure dial Reduce inflation pressure 207 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 954 366 II 15 Mobility Wheels and tires Filling the tire with sealant 4 Insert the sealant container on the com 1 Shake the sealing container pressor housing in an upright position 2 Pull the connection hose fully out of the 5 Screw the filling hose of the sealant con compressor housing Do not kink the hose tainer onto the tire valve of the defective wheel 3 Screw the connection hose onto the con nector of the sealant container 6 With the compressor switched off insert the plug into the power socket inside the ya EEN 4 f vehicle Maas 208 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 954 366 II 15 Wheels and tires Mobility 7 With the ignition turned on or the engine running reel on the compressor I ye is i os S Fe 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 lt 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
291. 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 f 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 78 If the vehicle is slowed down down to a speed of approx 2 mph 3 km h the parking brake is set Releasing With the ignition switched on Steptronic transmission Press the switch while the brake is pressed or se lector lever position P is set The LED and indicator lamp go out The parking brake is released Automatic release in cars with Steptronic transmission 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 For automatic 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 on gt Drive mode engaged gt
292. the vehicle is stationary and the engine is running During the initialization the glass sunroof closes without jam protection Keep the closing path clear Monitor closing and make sure that the closing path of the glass sunroof is clear oth erwise injuries may result lt J9 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 954 366 II 15 Controls Opening and closing J Press the reel up and hold it until the initialization is complete gt Initialization begins within 15 seconds and is com pleted when the glass sun roof and sliding visor are completely closed gt The glass sunroof closes without jam pro tection 56 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 954 366 II 15 Adjusting Controls 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 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 61 gt Head restraints refer to page 62 gt Airbags refer
293. tight curves or on narrow lanes When the lane markings are covered by objects gt When driving very close to the vehicle in front of you gt When driving toward bright lights gt When the windshield in front of the interior rearview mirror is fogged over dirty or cov ered with stickers etc gt During calibration of the camera immedi ately after vehicle shipment Active Blind Spot Detection The concept Two radar sensors below the rear bumper monitor the area behind and next to the vehicle at speeds above approx 30 mph 50 km h The system indicates whether there are vehi cles in the blind spot arrow 1 or approaching from behind on the adjacent lane arrow 2 The lamp in the exterior mirror housing is dim med Before you change lanes after setting the turn signal the system issues a warning in the sit uations described above The lamp in the exterior mirror housing flashes and the steering wheel vibrates 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 131 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 954 366 II 15 Controls Safety At a glance Button in the vehicle Active Blind Spot Detection Radar sensors The radar sensors are located
294. tion for Part no 01 40 2 954 366 II 15 Driving 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 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 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 gt To switch off fast wipe press down twice 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 t
295. tion 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 or when the car is towed Interior motion sensor The windows and glass sunroof 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 52 Switching off the alarm gt Unlock vehicle with the remote control or switch on the ignition if needed through emergency detection of remote control re fer to page 39 gt With Comfort Access if you are carrying the remote control on your person grasp the driver side or front passenger side door handle completely Power windows Hint Take the remote control with you Take the remote control with you whe
296. tional 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 If the driving stability control systems are limited or deactivated e g DSC OFF gt If depending on the vehicle equipment version the field of view of the camera in the mirror or the radar sensor is dirty or ob scured gt Upto 10 seconds after the start of the en gine via the Start Stop knob 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 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 Front end collision warning with braking function The concept The ystem can help prevent accidents If an accident cann
297. tions and systems The respectively applicable country provisions must be observed when using the respective features and systems Active Cruise Control with Stop amp Go function ACC The concept Use this system to select a desired speed that the vehicle will maintain automatically on clear roads To the extent possible the system automati cally adjusts the speed to a slower vehicle ahead of you The distance that the vehicle maintains to the vehicle ahead of you can be varied For safety reasons it depends on the speed To maintain a certain distance the system au tomatically reduces the speed applies the brakes lightly or accelerates again if the vehi cle ahead begins moving faster If the vehicle ahead of you brakes to a halt and then proceeds to drive again within a brief pe riod the system is able to detect this within the given system limits Your own vehicle will brake automatically and then accelerate again If the vehicle ahead of you drives away again after a prolonged period briefly press the ac celerator pedal or press the appropriate button to reactivate the system The vehicle will auto matically accelerate As soon as the road is clear the vehicle accel erates to the desired speed The speed is also maintained downhill but may not be maintained uphill if engine power is insufficient General information Depending on the driving settings the features of the cruise control can chan
298. tions 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 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 954 366 II 15 Fuel Mobility 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 lt 199 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 954 366 II 15 Mobility Wheels and tires 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 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 mo
299. to a complete stop The braking intervention is executed only if DSC Dynamic Stability Control is switched on and Dynamic Traction Control DTC is acti vated Above approx 130 mph 210 km h the braking intervention occurs as a brief braking pressure No automatic delay occurs 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 Vehicles with an unusual rear appearance gt 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 In tight curves gt Ifthe driving stability control systems are limited or deactivated e g DSC OFF gt If depending on the vehicle equipment version the field of view of the camera in 124 the mirror or the radar sensor is dirty or ob scured gt Upto 10 seconds after the start of the en gine via the Start Stop knob
300. to four arrows are displayed simulta Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 954 366 II 15 neously The tachometer pointer stays on O 2 Hybrid rpm 3 lhu Hybrid usage For further information please refer to Electric driving eDRIVE refer to page p ECOPRO Gray bars indicate the fuel consumption of the combustion engine arrow 1 Blue bars indicate the percentage utilization of the functions of the hybrid system arrow 2 The energy recovered is indicated in the in strument cluster in COMFORT mode by ar rows and in ECO PRO mode by a bar below One bar indicates one minute the CHARGE display The high voltage battery The combustion engine s average fuel con is being charged sumption is indicated by a line above the bar display and as a value to the right of the graph For further information please refer to Energy recovery CHARGE refer to page Vehicle info Hybrid e84 Energy flow If the electric motor supports the combustion engine e g during rapid acceleration eBOOST is displayed refer to page The following are displayed Active components of the hybrid system Direction of the energy flows Orange energy flow of the combustion en Vehicle info gine 89 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 954 366 II 15 Controls Displays Blue energy flow of the hybrid system gt Driving states gt eDRIVE gt DRIVE gt eBOOST gt CHARGE gt System require
301. to the desired setting If the belt tension does not loosen automati cally stop the vehicle and unbuckle the belt using the red button in the buckle Fasten the belt before continuing on your trip PostCrash In the event of an accident the system can bring the car to a halt automatically without in tervention by the driver in certain situations This can reduce the risk of a further collision and the consequences thereof Depressing the brake pedal can cause the ve hicle to brake harder This interrupts automatic braking Destepping on the gas pedal also in terrupts automatic braking Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 954 366 II 15 Safety Controls After coming to a halt the brake is released automatically Secure the vehicle against roll ing 135 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 954 366 II 15 Controls Driving stability control systems Driving stability control systems 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 Antilock Brake System ABS ABS prevents locking of the wheels during braking The vehicle contains
302. trasound sources e g sweeping machines high pressure steam cleaners or neon lights Malfunction A Check Control message is displayed The range of the sensors is shown as a shaded area on the Control 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 152 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 152 gt Side View refer to page 155 gt Top View refer to page 156 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 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 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 954 366 II 15 Driving comfort Controls At a glance Switching on off manually Wy Press button Button in the vehicle gt On the LED lights up gt Off the LED goes out The PDC is shown on
303. tuation 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 Vehicle identification number f E The vehicle identification number can be found in the engine compartment Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 954 366 II 15 tl Notes 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 exist
304. uce 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 soeeds 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 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
305. und the vehicle with your own eyes otherwise there is a dan ger of an accident lt 1 Switch on the parking assistant and acti vate it if needed The status of the parking space search is indicated on the Control Display 2 Follow the instructions on the Control Dis play The end of the parking procedure is indi cated on the Control Display 3 Adjust the parking position yourself if needed Interrupting manually The parking assistant can be interrupted at any time gt amp Parking Assistant Select the symbol on the Control Display oc Press button PY Interrupting automatically The system is interrupted automatically in the following situations gt Ifthe driver grasps the steering wheel or if he takes over steering gt Possible on snow covered or slippery road surfaces gt When there are obstacles that are hard to overcome such as curbs gt When there are obstacles that suddenly arise gt Ifthe Park Distance Control PDC displays clearances that are too small Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 954 366 II 15 Driving comfort Controls gt Ifa maximum number of parking attempts or the time taken for parking is exceeded gt When switching to another function on the Control Display Steptronic transmission When the button is released If the trunk lid is open If doors are open When setting the parking brake gt gt gt gt gt During acceleration
306. under the rear bumper Switching on off Press button A gt On the LED lights up gt Off the LED goes out Settings are stored for the profile currently in use 132 Display Lamp in the exterior mirror housing Information stage The dimmed lamp in the exterior mirror hous ing indicates when there are vehicles in the blind spot or approaching from behind Warning If the turn signal is set while a vehicle is in the critical zone the steering wheel vibrates briefly and the lamp in the exterior mirror housing flashes brightly The warning stops when the turn signal is switched off or the other vehicle leaves the critical zone System limits The system may not be fully functional in the following situations gt When a vehicle is approaching at a speed much faster than your own gt In heavy fog rain or snowfall In tight curves or on narrow lanes gt If the bumper is dirty or iced up or covered with stickers A Check Control message is displayed when the system is not fully functional For US owners only The transmitter and receiver units comply with part 15 of the FCC Federal Communication Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 954 366 II 15 Safety Controls Commission regulations Operation is gov erned by the following FCC ID gt NBGOO9014A Compliance statement This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules Operation is subject to the following tw
307. unobstructed When changing the seat position keep the seat s area of movement unobstructed otherwise people might get injured or objects damaged lt Ata glance Front Storing 1 Switch on the ignition 2 Set the desired position 3 Press button The LED in the but ton lights up 4 Press selected button 1 or 2 while the LED is lit The LED goes out If the SET button is pressed accidentally Press button again The LED goes out SE Calling up settings Comfort function 1 Open the driver s door 2 Switch off the ignition 3 Briefly press the desired button 1 or 2 The corresponding seat position is performed automatically The procedure stops when a reel for adjusting the seat or one of the buttons is pressed Safety mode 1 Close the driver s door or reel on the igni tion 2 Press and hold the desired button 1 or 2 until the adjustment procedure is com pleted Calling up of a seat position deactivated After a brief period calling up stored seat posi tions is deactivated to save battery power To reactivate calling up of a seat position gt Open or close the door or trunk lid gt Press a button on the remote control gt Press the Start Stop button 65 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 954 366 II 15 Controls Adjusting Mirrors Exterior mirrors General information The mirror on the passenger side is more curved than the driver s side mirror Depe
308. up Deactivating DTC ge Press button again a TRACTION and the DSC OFF indica tor lamp go out Indicator warning lights If DTC is activated TRACTION is displayed in the instrument cluster amp The indicator lamp lights up DTC Dy a namic Traction Control is activated Dynamic Damping Control The concept This system reduces undesirable vehicle mo tion when using a dynamic driving style or trav eling on uneven road surfaces The system enhances driving dynamics and comfort fitting road surface and driving style Programs The system offers several different programs Select the programs via the Driving Dynamics Control refer to page 138 SPORT SPORT Consistently sporty control of the shock ab sorbers for greater driving agility COMFORT ECO PRO Balanced tuning 138 COMFORT Comfort oriented tuning of the shock absorb ers for optimal traveling comfort Driving Dynamics Control The concept The Driving Dynamics Control can be used to adjust the driving dynamics of the vehicle For this purpose various programs are available for selection that are activated via the two buttons of the Driving Dynamics Control and the DSC OFF button Overview Button in the vehicle Operating the programs Program DSC OFF TRACTION SPORT SPORT COMFORT COMFORT ECO PRO Press button E OFF eL Automatic program change The system may automatically switch to COM FORT in t
309. ur 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 10 i e E10 may be used for refueling 198 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 Recommended fuel grade BMW recommends AKI 91 Minimum fuel grade BMW recommends AKI 89 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 condi
310. uum 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 Velcro 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 Fine wood parts Clean fine wood facing and fine wood compo nents only with a moist rag Then dry with a soft cloth Plastic components These include Imitation leather surfaces Roofliner Lamp lenses
311. ver s foot well gt By pressing the button on the inside of the trunk lid 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 Closing Without Comfort Access 45 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 954 366 II 15 Opening and closing Press button on the inside of the trunk lid The trunk lid closes automatically Pressing the button again stops the mo tion With Comfort Access ap Az Pe rr gt Press button arrow 1 on the inside of the trunk lid Pressing the button again stops the mo tion gt Press button arrow 2 The vehicle will be locked after closing the tailgate The driver s door must be closed for this purpose and the remote control must be outside of the vehicle in the area of the trunk lid Pressing the button again stops the mo tion 46 gt Press button on the exterior of the trunk lid Pressing the button again stops the mo tion The closing operation is interrupted gt When starting the engine gt The vehicle starts off with jerks Keep the closing path clear Make sure that the closing path of the trunk lid is clear otherwise injuries may re sult lt 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
312. vise you 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 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 954 366 II 15 into the tires which seals the 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 under the cargo floor panel Wheels and tires Sealing container gt Sealing container arrow 1 gt Filling hose arrow 2 Observe use by date on
313. w or climate control system the normal functions are re established Switching on 1 Switch on the ignition 2 Press the controller Switch off Press button 2 Turn off control display got Options EY Split screen Tum off control display a Profile settings a j Display Owner s Manual Reset current profile 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 2 954 366 II 15 iDrive Ataglance a glance BACK Displays the previous panel OPTION Opens the Options menu Operating concept Opening the main menu Press button MEN 2 Main menu Multimedia Telephone Navigation Office ConnectedDrive 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 2 Main menu Multimedia Buttons on controller Radio Telephone 3 j Office MENU Open the main menu R ERE ER E RADIO Opens the Radio menu j dalis ms ee ee O Settings ME Peete umes nn 2 Press the controller NAV Opens the Navigation menu TEL Opens the phone menu 19 Online
314. when sta tionary Comply with the legal speed limit in every sit uation when using the system Detection range The detection lidacity of the system and the automatic braking lidacity are limited Two wheeled vehicles for instance might not be detected 146 Limited detection potential Because of the limited possible detec tion you should be alert at all times so that you can intervene if needed otherwise there is the risk of an accident lt Deceleration The system does not decelerate for gt Pedestrians or similar slow moving road users gt Red traffic lights Cross traffic gt Oncoming traffic Swerving vehicles A vehicle driving in front of you is not detected until it is completely within the same lane as your vehicle Swerving vehicles If a vehicle driving ahead of you suddenly swerves into your lane the system may not be able to automatically restore the selected dis tance This also applies to major speed differ ences to vehicles driving ahead of you e g when rapidly approaching a truck When a ve hicle driving ahead of you is reliably detected the system requests that the driver intervene by braking and carrying out evasive maneu vers if needed You must react yourself other wise there is the risk of an accident lt Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 954 366 II 15 Driving comfort Controls Cornering If the desired speed is too high for a curve the s
315. y System refer to page 206 Run flat tires Maximum speed You may continue driving with a damaged tire at speeds up to 50 mph 80 km h Continued driving with a flat tire If continuing to drive with a damaged tire 1 Avoid sudden braking and steering maneu vers 2 Donot exceed a speed of 50 mph 80 km h 3 Check the air pressure in all four tires at the next opportunity If the tire inflation pressure in all four tires is correct the Flat Tire Monitor may not have been initialized In this case initialize the system Possible driving distance with complete loss of tire inflation pressure The possible driving distance after a loss of tire inflation pressure depends on cargo load driv ing style and road conditions A vehicle with an average load has a possible driving range of approx 50 miles 80 km A vehicle with a damaged tire reacts differ ently e g it has reduced lane stability during braking a longer braking distance and different self steering properties Adjust your driving style accordingly Avoid abrupt steering ma neuvers or driving over obstacles e g curbs potholes etc Because the possible driving distance de pends on how the vehicle is used during the trip the actual distance may be shorter or lon ger depending on the driving speed road con ditions external temperature cargo load etc Continued driving with a flat tire Drive moderately and do not exceed a speed of 50 mph 8
316. y belt on A the driver or passenger side is not buckled The safety belt reminder can also be activated if objects are placed on the front passenger seat Make sure that the safety belts are positioned correctly Airbag system e 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 78 Brake system S Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 954 366 II 15 Displays Controls Continue to drive moderately ita Have the vehicle checked by the serv ice center immediately 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 or make an evasive ma neuver Pedestrian warning m Symbol in the instrument cluster JW If a collision with a person detected in this way is imminent the symbol lights up and a signal sounds Orange lights Active Cruise Control _ The number bars shows the selected A distance from the vehicle driving ahead For additional information refer to Active Cruise Cont
317. y 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 driver s and front passenger side refer to page 176 gt Storage compartment refer to page 179 in the center console for remote control Steptronic transmission gt Storage compartment in the center arm rest refer to page 177 in the front and rear gt Compartments in the doors 176 gt Pockets on the backrests of the front seats gt Netin the front passenger footwell 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 The light in the glove compartment switches on Closing Fold cover closed Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 954 366 II 15 Storage compartments Controls Driver s side Locking the storage compartment Note Close the glove compartment again im mediately Close the glove compartment immediately af ter use while driving otherwise injury may oc cur dur
318. y se lected gear Steptronic Sport transmission prevent automatic upshifting in M S manual mode The Steptronic Sport transmission does not automatically upshift in M S manual mode once the maximum speed is reached if one of the following conditions is met gt DSC deactivated gt TRACTION activated gt SPORT activated In addition the kickdown is deactivated With the respective transmission version the lowest possible gear can be selected by simul taneously operating the kickdown and the left shift paddle However this effect is not pro duced via the shift paddles when switching briefly from D to manual mode Ending the sport program manual mode Push the selector lever to the right D is displayed in the instrument cluster Shift paddles The shift paddles on the steering wheel allow you to shift gears quickly while keeping both hands on the steering wheel 85 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 954 366 II 15 Controls Driving gt Shift up briefly pull right shift paddle gt Shift down briefly pull left shift paddle gt With the respective transmission version the lowest possible gear can be selected by pulling and holding the 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 I
319. ybrid system allows for a particularly efficient energy man agement Stop and go traffic The combustion engine is switched on or over automatically by the hybrid system Driving with constant speed With the ASSIST acceleration support the electric motor relieves the combustion en gine periodically by being switched on au tomatically In normal operation a sufficient charging of the high voltage battery is ensured by energy re covery Longer idle periods can reduce the charge 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 If necessary charge the high voltage battery by driving the vehicle Check the charge level regularly and if needed recharge the high voltage battery by driving the vehicle Don t allow battery charge status to drop too low it will damage the battery In order to charge the high voltage battery most effectively when driving activated the transmission s Sport program DS refer to page 183 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 954 366 II 15 Driving tips Coasting to a standstill and braking phases are used more often to recover energy eDRIVE electric driving and the Auto Start Stop function will also be deactivated Fast charging In exceptional cases it

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