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BMW M3 Owner's Manual

1. 79 Online Edition for Part no 01 41 2 602 994 08 09 BMW AG N l Setting the duration or deactivating For operating principle refer to page 64 1 Switch on the ignition refer to page 46 2 Lightly push button 1 in the turn indicator lever up or down repeatedly until the sym bol appears in the display accompanied by the word SET 3 Press button 2 4 Lightly push button 1 in the turn indicator lever down repeatedly until the symbol appears in the display 5 Press button 2 Use button 1 to select gt Os The function is deactivated gt 10s 240s Select the corresponding duration e g 40 seconds 7 Press button 2 The setting is stored for the remote control currently in use Daytime running lights The daytime running lights light up in switch positions 0 1 and 3 80 Activating deactivating daytime running lights For operating principle refer to page 64 1 Switch on the ignition refer to page 46 2 Lightly push button 1 in the turn indicator lever up or down repeatedly until the sym bol appears in the display accompanied by the word SET 3 Press button 2 4 Lightly push button 1 in the turn indicator lever down repeatedly until the symbol appears in the display 5 Press button 2 Use button 1 to select gt QE on Daytime running lights activated gt QE off Daytime running lights deactivated 7 Press button 2 The setting is stored f
2. glass roof electric 30 panorama glass roof 31 windows 29 Providing medical assistance refer to First aid pouch 155 Puncture Flat Tire Monitor 72 187 Reference Everything from A to Z R Radio refer to separate Owner s Manual Radio position refer to Radio readiness 46 Radio readiness 46 switched off 47 switched on 46 Radio remote key refer to Remote control with integrated key 18 Rain sensor 52 Rapeseed oil methyl ester RME 115 Reading lamps 83 Rear lamps refer to Tail lamps 150 Rear seat backrest folding 99 Rear seats adjusting head restraints 36 folding 99 folding down backrests 97 99 folding head restraint down and up 36 Rear ventilation 90 Rearview mirror refer to Mirrors 39 Rear window cleaning 52 opening 25 Rear window blind refer to Roller sun blinds 94 Rear window defroster 86 89 Rear window safety switch 29 Rear window wiper 52 changing rear wiper blade 147 Recirculated air mode 85 88 Recirculation of air refer to Recirculated air mode 85 88 Reclining seat refer to Backrest 34 Refueling 114 Releasing hood 136 188 Remaining distance refer to Cruising range 63 Remote control 18 battery renewal 28 Comfort Access 26 garage door opener 91 malfunction 21 27 removing from the ignition lock 46 service data 141 tailgate 20 trunk lid 20 Replacement fuses refer to Fuses 1
3. ior accessories Practical inter Front Opening Briefly press the center of the cover Closing Briefly press the cover in the center and pushin the cupholder Rear There are two additional cupholders in the rear center armrest SN Press the front of the armrest Ashtray Opening Push the ridge on the cover 96 Emptying Lift out the insert Lighter LS With the engine running ortheignition switched on press in the cigarette lighter The lighter can be pulled out as soon as it pops back out Hold or touch the hot cigarette lighter by the knob only Holding or touching it in other areas could result in burns When leaving the car always remove the remote control so that children cannot operate the cigarette lighter and burn themselves 4 Connecting electrical appliances In your BMW when the engine is running or the ignition is switched on you can use electrical devices such as a hand lamp car vacuum cleaner etc up to approx 200 watts at 12 volts as long as one of the following sockets is available Avoid damaging the sockets by attempting to insert plugs of unsuitable shape or size Online Edition for Part no 01 41 2 602 994 08 09 BMW AG Cigarette lighter socket To access the socket take the cigarette lighter out of the socket Socket in the front passenger footwell A socket is located under the glove compart ment on the left Socket in the center armrest
4. 205 55 R 16 91 H M S 225 50 R 16 92 H M S 32 220 39 270 39 270 46 320 225 50 R 16 92 W 225 45 R 17 91 H M S 225 45R17 91 W 33 230 41 280 42 290 49 340 225 45 R 17 94 V M S XL 35 240 42 290 42 290 49 340 Front 225 45 R 17 91 V 33 230 421290 Rear 255 40 R 17 94 V 36 250 46 320 Front 225 40 R 18 88 W 36 250 44 300 Rear 255 35 R 18 90 W 44 300 51 350 Front 225 40 R 18 88 Y 36 250 39 270 Rear 255 35 R 18 90 Y 44 300 46 320 Front 225 35 R 19 88 Y XL 36 250 42 290 Rear 255 30 R 19 91 Y XL 44 300 49 340 More details on the permissible load and weights can be found on page 177 gt o 129 Online Edition for Part no 01 41 2 602 994 08 09 BMW AG Wheels and tires Sports Wagon tire inflation pressures for the 328xi Tire size Pressure specifications in psi kPa Traveling speeds Traveling speeds up to a max of including those 100 mph 160 km h exceeding 100 mph 160 km h All pressure specifications in the table are indicated in psi kilopascal with cold tires te to te to Cold ambient temperature TT SF Without Sport Package 205 55 R 16 91 H M S 225 50 R 16 92 H M S 32 220 39 270 36 250 44 300 225 50 R 16 92 W 225 45 R 17 91 H M S 225 45R 1791W 33 230 41 280 38 260 45 310 225 45 R 17 94 V M S XL 35 240 42 290 39 270 46 320 Front 225 45 R 17 91 V 33 230 38 260 Rear 255 40 R 17 94 V 36 250 41 280 Front 225 40 R 18 88 W 36 250 39 2
5. Switching off an alarm gt Unlock the car with the remote control refer to page 19 gt Insert the remote control all the way into the ignition lock Indicator lamp displays gt The indicator lamp under the inside rear view mirror flashes continuously the sys tem is armed gt The indicator lamp flashes after locking doors hood trunk lid tailgate or rear win dow are not properly closed Even if you do not close the alerted area the system begins to monitor the remaining areas and the indicator lamp flashes continuously after approx 10 seconds The interior motion sensor and the tilt alarm sensor are not activated gt The indicator lamp goes out after unlocking your vehicle has not been disturbed while you were away gt If the indicator lamp flashes after unlocking until the remote control is inserted in the ignition but for no longer than approx 5 minutes your vehicle has been disturbed while you were away Tilt alarm sensor The tilt of the vehicle is monitored The alarm system reacts e g to attempts to steal a wheel or tow the vehicle Interior motion sensor In order for the interior motion sensor to func tion properly the windows and glass roof must be completely closed 26 Avoiding unintentional alarms The tilt alarm sensor and interior motion sensor may be switched off at the same time This pre vents unintentional alarms e g in the following situations gt In d
6. 137 Online Edition for Part no 01 41 2 602 994 08 09 BMW AG Under the hood The oil level must not be above the upper marking of the dipstick Too much oil will harm the engine 4 Checking the engine oil level electronically Your car is equipped with an electronic oil level monitor For a precise measurement and display of the oil level it is necessary that the engine be at operating temperature i e after uninterrupted driving for at least approx 6 5 miles 10 km You can have the oil level displayed while you are driving or while the vehicle is at a standstill ona level surface and the engine is running You can have the oil level reading displayed in the instrument cluster aN ars Sr OL 1 Push button 1 in the turn indicator lever up or down repeatedly until the appropriate symbol is shown in the display accompa nied by the word OIL 2 Press button 2 in the turn indicator lever The oil level is checked and the reading dis played 138 Possible displays 1 2 a 3 a 1 Oillevel OK 2 Oil level is being checked This can take about 3 minutes if the car is at a standstill on a level surface or about 5 minutes while the car is on the move 3 Oil level down to minimum Add engine oil as soon as possible but no more than 1 US quart 1 liter refer also to Adding engine oil on page 139 4 Oillevel is too high Too much oil will harm the engine Have the vehicle
7. Diesel fuel 115 Diesel particulate filter 107 Digital clock 61 Digital compass 93 Dimensions 175 Dipstick engine oil 137 Directional indicators refer to Turn signals 50 Displacement refer to Engine data 174 Display lighting refer to Instrument lighting 82 Displays refer to Instrument cluster 12 Displays and controls 10 Disposal coolant 139 remote control battery 28 vehicle battery 153 Distance control refer to Active cruise control 55 Distance remaining to service refer to Service requirements 65 Distance warning refer to Park Distance Control PDC 69 Door key refer to Remote control with integrated key 18 Door lock 21 Doors emergency operation 22 DOT Quality Grades 132 Online Edition for Part no 01 41 2 602 994 08 09 BMW AG Draft free ventilation 86 89 Drinks holders refer to Cupholders 95 Drive off assistance refer to Dynamic Stability Control DSC 70 Drive off assistant 72 Driving lamps refer to Parking lamps low beams 79 Driving notes 106 Driving off on hills refer to Drive off assistant 72 Driving stability control systems 70 Driving through water 108 Driving tips refer to Driving notes 106 Dry air refer to Cooling function 89 DSC Dynamic Stability Control 70 DTC Dynamic Traction Control 70 indicator warning lamp 70 Dynamic Brake Control DBC 70 Dynamic Stability Control DSC 70 indicator warning lamp 70 Dynamic Traction Control D
8. Refilling quantity Refilling quantity when the reserve display first appears Approx 1 US gallon 3 7 liters Opening the diesel exhaust fluid reservoir 1 Remove the cover in the bumper by press ing on it see arrow 117 Online Edition for Part no 01 41 2 602 994 08 09 BMW AG gt 2 Place the handle of the screwdriver from the Pull back the bottle see arrow and unscrew onboard vehicle tool kit page 147 onto the it bottom cap and open the cap arrow Refueling Closing the reservoir Refilling BMW Diesel Exhaust Fluid After refilling close the reservoir again using 1 Attach the bottle and screwitallthe wayon the handle of the screwdriver see arrow The line on the bottle should point upward After refilling diesel exhaust fluid Hold the attached bottle to prevent the thread on the vehicle from Wrong fluid becoming damaged by the weight of the If you add the wrong fluid e g antifreeze bottle 4 for washer fluid do not start the engine otherwise there is a danger of fire 4 Contact your BMW center Disposing of the bottle You can dispose of the bottles for diesel exhaust fluid at your BMW center Only dispose of empty bottles in household refuse if local regulations allow 4 Reserve display A JEN After refilling the reserve display continues to be displayed after the engine is started It goes 7 out after the vehicle has been driven for several 3 The r
9. When starting off in the towing vehicle make sure that the tow rope is taut To avoid jerking and the associated A stresses on vehicle components when towing always use nylon ropes or nylon straps Attach the tow rope to the tow fittings only as attaching it to other parts of the vehicle could result in damage 4 Online Edition for Part no 01 41 2 602 994 08 09 BMW AG With a tow truck vehicle without xDrive Have the BMW transported with a tow truck with a so called lift bar or on a flatbed Do not tow the vehicle with just the rear axle raised as this may cause the steering to turn With a tow truck vehicle with xDrive Do not tow a BMW with xDrive with just the front or rear axle raised otherwise the wheels could lock up and the transfer case could be damaged 4 Have the BMW transported on a flatbed surface only Tow starting Avoid tow starting the vehicle whenever possi ble instead jump start the engine refer to page 156 Vehicles with a catalytic converter should only be tow started when the engine is cold vehicles with an automatic transmission cannot be tow started at all 1 Switch on hazard warning flashers comply with local regulations 2 Switch on the ignition refer to page 46 3 Shift into 3rd gear 4 Have the vehicle tow started with the clutch depressed and slowly release the clutch After the engine starts immediately depress the clutch completely again 5 Stop at a
10. ing angle is increased i e steering becomes very direct and less effort is required to turn the wheels In the higher speed range on the other hand the steering angle is reduced as the speed increases This improves the handling of your BMW over the entire speed range In critical situations the system can make tar geted corrections to the steering angle pro vided by the driver and thus stabilize the vehicle before the driver intervenes This stabilizing intervention is simultaneously deactivated when DSC is switched off refer to page 70 Malfunction ae The warning lamps come on Active m steering is malfunctioning or is tem el _ porarily deactivated At low speeds i greater steering wheel movements are required whereas at higher speeds the vehicle reacts more sensitively to steering wheel movements The stability enhancing feature may also be deactivated Drive cau tiously and think well ahead Deactivation Active steering is deactivated to perform an ini tialization A message indicates that the feature is deactivated Initialization may take several minutes If the message does not disappear during the current trip have the system checked Defect If there is a defect a corresponding message appears Have the system checked 76 Servotronic The concept The Servotronic varies the steering force required to turn the wheels relative to the vehi cle speed At low speeds the steering force i
11. tance refer to page 155 4 Winter diesel To ensure that the diesel engine remains oper ational in the winter please use winter diesel which is available at gas stations during winter months The fuel filter heating system included as a standard feature prevents disruption of the fuel supply while driving FN Do not add additives including gasoline otherwise engine damage may occur 4 BMW recommends BP fuels BMW Advanced Diesel The concept BMW Advanced Diesel reduces nitrogen oxide in the diesel emissions of your vehicle by means of amechanism that injects diesel exhaust fluid a reduction agent into the exhaust tract A chemical reaction occurs in the catalytic con verter that minimizes the nitrogen oxide con tent To be able to start the engine as usual a suffi cient amount of diesel exhaust fluid must be present in a separate reservoir 116 Warming the system To warm the system to its operating tempera ture after starting with a cold engine the auto matic transmission delays shifting to the next higher gear if necessary Reserve display A display in the instrument cluster informs you about the remaining distance you can drive with the fluid remaining in the reservoir The reserve display appears beginning at approx 1 000 miles 1 600 km before the sup ply is used up When this reserve display appears in the instrument cluster have diesel exhaust fluid refilled to avoid not being able to
12. 4 When using high pressure washers do not spray against the sensors and cam eras e g of the Park Distance Control or Rear View Camera for an extended period and main tain a distance of at least 1 ft 30 cm Manual car wash When washing the vehicle by hand use large quantities of water and car shampoo if neces sary Clean the vehicle with a sponge or wash ing brush applying light pressure only Dl Before cleaning the windshield deacti vate the rain sensor or switch off the igni tion to prevent unintentional activation of the wipers 4 Observe local regulations pertaining to washing vehicles by hand 4 Headlamps Do not rub them dry and do not use abrasive or corrosive cleaning agents Loosen dirt e g insects with shampoo or insect remover and wash away with copious quantities of water Thaw ice with a windshield deicer and do not use an ice scraper Windows Clean the inside and outside surfaces of the windows and the mirrors with window cleaner gt Do not clean the mirrors with cleaners _ containing quartz Paintwork care Regular care contributes to value retention and protects the paintwork against the long term effects of damaging substances Region specific environmental influences can damage the vehicle paintwork Therefore it is important to adapt the frequency and scope of car care accordingly Immediately remove aggressive materials such as spilled fuel oil grease brake flui
13. Center armrest 95 refer to separate Owner s Manual Mobile phone installation location refer to Center armrest 95 Mobile phone refer to the separate Owner s Manual Modifications technical refer to For your own safety 5 Monitoring system for tire pressures refer to Flat Tire Monitor 72 Multifunctional steering wheel refer to Buttons on the steering wheel 11 Multifunction switch refer to Turn signals headlamp flasher 50 refer to Wiper system 51 N Neck support refer to Head restraints 35 Nets refer to Storage compartments 95 New tires 134 Number of cylinders refer to Engine data 174 Nylon rope refer to Tow rope 158 O OBD socket refer to Socket for Onboard Diagnosis 142 Octane ratings refer to Fuel specifications 115 Odometer 61 Oil refer to Engine oil 137 Oil consumption 137 Oil level 137 Old batteries refer to Disposal 153 Onboard vehicle tool kit 147 Online Edition for Part no 01 41 2 602 994 08 09 BMW AG Opening and closing Comfort Access 26 from inside 22 from outside 19 using the door lock 21 via the remote control 19 Outlets refer to Ventilation 86 89 Outlets refer to Air vents 84 Output refer to Engine data 174 Outside air mode automatic climate control 88 Outside temperature display 61 changing units of measure 64 in computer 64 Outside temperature warning 61 Overheated engine refer to Coolant tem
14. External audio device refer to page 95 Sockets in the rear center console Remove corresponding cover Socket in the cargo area Sedan Sports Wagon N Controls Open the cap Sedan Through loading system Opening 1 Open the belt lock of the rear center safety belt To do so press the red button in the belt lock 2 using the latch plate 1 97 Online Edition for Part no 01 41 2 602 994 08 09 BMW AG ior accessories Practical inter 2 Insert the latch plate at the end of the belt into the specially designated fixture on the rear window shelf QU 3 Push the corresponding head restraint down as far as it will go refer to page 36 4 Torelease the rear seat backrest pull the corresponding lever in the cargo area TER _e 5 The unlocked rear seat backrest moves for ward slightly Fold the backrest forward by the head restraint w Closing 1 Return the rear seat backrest to its upright position and engage it When returning the backrest to its seating position make sure that the seat s locking mechanism engages prop erly Otherwise cargo could be thrown 98 around in the event of sharp braking or swerving and endanger the occupants 4 2 Release the latch plate from the fixture on the rear window shelf and insert it into the belt lock of the center safety belt Make sure you hear the latch plate engage in the belt buckle The lashing eyes in the ca
15. fuel is not burned or incompletely burned and there is a danger of overheating and damaging the catalytic converter 4 Do not wait for the engine to warm up while the vehicle remains stationary Start driving right away but at moderate engine speeds Manual transmission Remote control in the ignition lock or with Comfort Access inside the vehicle refer to page 26 1 Depress the brake 2 Depress the clutch and shift to neutral posi tion 3 Press the start stop button The starter operates automatically for a certain time and stops automatically as soon as the engine has started Automatic transmission Remote control in the ignition lock or with Comfort Access inside the vehicle refer to page 26 1 Depress the brake 2 Move the selector lever to position P 3 Press the start stop button The starter operates automatically for a certain time and stops automatically as soon as the engine has started Diesel engine When the engine is cold and temperatures are below approx 32 F 0 C the starting process may take a little more time due to automatic preheating The preheating indicator lamp lights up in the instrument cluster Controls Switching off the engine Always take the remote control with you when you leave the vehicle When parking apply the parking brake force fully otherwise the vehicle could begin to roll 4 Manual transmission 1 With the car at a standstill press
16. page 39 Release the parking brake Release the parking brake Drive cautiously refer also to page 61 Depress the brake or clutch in order to start the engine refer to page 47 Switch off the ignition refer to page 46 or close the driver s door Switch off the parking lamps refer to page 79 Online Edition for Part no 01 41 2 602 994 08 09 BMW AG aA N 3 2 0 te EEE D rx CA Cause Roadside parking lamps still on Preheat refer to page 47 Door open Engine compartment lid open Trunk lid tailgate or rear window open Gas cap is open Windshield washer fluid level too low Lights up in red Service due Lights up in yellow The engine will start the next time the start stop button is touched possibly without the brake or clutch being depressed Remote control malfunctioning or in cars with Comfort Access not detected Battery in remote control discharged Belt tensioners and or airbag system failed Active steering defective What to do Switch off the roadside parking lamps refer to page 81 Make sure that the gas cap is correctly positioned and close it until it audibly clicks Do not jam the strap between the gas cap and the vehicle Add washer fluid as soon as possible refer to page 52 Arrange a service appointment Check service requirements refer to page 65 The engine cannot be started Have the remote control checked if nece
17. refer to Dynamic Stability Control DSC 70 Transmission automatic transmission with Steptronic 48 manual transmission 48 overriding selector lever lock for automatic transmission with Steptronic 50 Transmission interlock refer to Changing selector lever position 49 refer to P Park 49 Transporting children safely 42 Transport securing devices refer to Securing cargo 110 Tread depth referto Minimum tire tread 133 Trip distance counter refer to Trip odometer 61 Triple turn signal activation 51 Trip odometer 61 Trunk refer to Cargo area 98 Trunk lid 23 Comfort Access 27 emergency release 24 locking or unlocking separately 24 opening from inside 23 opening from outside 23 remote control 20 Turning circle refer to Dimensions 175 Turn signal indicators indicator warning lamp 12 Online Edition for Part no 01 41 2 602 994 08 09 BMW AG Turn signals 50 replacing bulbs 150 triple turn signal 51 Tying down loads refer to Cargo loading 110 U Uniform Tire Quality Grading UTQR 132 Units of measure average consumption 64 temperature 64 Universal garage door opener refer to Integrated universal remote control 91 Universal mobile phone preparation package refer to separate Owner s Manual Universal remote control 91 Unlatching refer to Unlocking 26 Unlocking from inside 23 from outside 19 setting unlocking characteristics
18. s responsibility to maintain correct tire pressure even if underin flation has not reached the level at which the TPMS low tire pressure telltale illuminates The TPMS malfunction indicator is combined with the low tire pressure telltale When the sys tem detects a malfunction the telltale will flash for approximately one minute and then remain continuously lit This sequence will continue upon subsequent vehicle startups as long as the malfunction 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 replacement or alternate tires or wheels on the vehicle that prevent the TPMS from functioning properly Always check the TPMS malfunction telltale 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 75 Online Edition for Part no 01 41 2 602 994 08 09 BMW AG Controls Technology for driving comfort and safety Active steering The concept Active steering varies the turning angle of the front wheels in relation to steering wheel move ments It also varies the steering force required to turn the wheels depending on the speed at which you are driving When you are driving in the low road speed range e g in a town or when parking the steer
19. slightly Despite the pinch protection system check and clear the roof s travel path prior to closing it otherwise the safety system might fail to detect certain kinds of obstructions such as very thin objects and the roof would con tinue closing 4 31 Online Edition for Part no 01 41 2 602 994 08 09 BMW AG Controls Opening and closing Closing without pinch protection If there is an external danger press the switch forward past the resistance point and hold it there The roof closes without pinch protection Following interruptions in electrical power supply After a power failure there is a possibility that the panorama glass roof can only be raised The system must be initialized BMW recommends having this work done by your BMW center Closing manually In the event of an electrical malfunction you can move the panorama glass roof manually 1 Unclip the front of the cover of the interior lamps using the screwdriver from the onboard vehicle tool kit refer to page 147 2 Insert the screwdriver into the openings on each side to press the clips 3 Remove the control unit 32 Unplug the motor Considerably less effort will be required for manual operation r 5 Insert the Allen wrench supplied with the onboard vehicle tool kit refer to page 147 into the opening provided Move the pan orama glass roof in the desired direction D Reinstall the control unit and reatta
20. the system is automatically deacti vated gt When you brake the vehicle gt When the speed is reduced to below 20 mph or 30 km h due to a traffic situation gt When you switch gears very slowly or shift to neutral in cars with manual transmission gt When you select the automatic transmis sion s neutral position N gt When you activate the Dynamic Traction Control DTC gt When you deactivate the Dynamic Stability Control DSC When DSC or ABS is intervening gt When the system does not recognize any objects for a longer period of time e g on infrequently traveled roads without a shoul der or guard rails or if the radar sensor is covered with dirt refer to page 58 V gt When you apply the parking brake When the system is deactivated you must brake the vehicle yourself and or maneuver as necessary otherwise there is a risk of accidents 4 Warning lamp 2 The warning lamp comes on when active cruise control has been auto matically deactivated for example due to a driving speed below 20 mph or 30 km h or a DSC intervention Resuming stored desired speed and distance Briefly press the button arrow 4 The stored speed and distance are regained and maintained In the following instances the stored speed is deleted and can no longer be resumed gt When driving stability control systems are intervening gt In cars with manual transmission when you shift gears very slowly or
21. vehicle s operating life Saving fuel The fuel consumption of your vehicle depends on several factors You can lower fuel consump tion and the environmental impact by taking certain measures adjusting your driving style and having the vehicle serviced regularly Remove any unneeded cargo Additional weight increases fuel consumption Remove any mounted parts after you have finished using them Remove unneeded additional mirrors the roof rack and the rear luggage rack after use Mounted parts affect the vehicle s aerodynam ics and increase fuel consumption Close the windows and glass roof An open glass roof or window causes higher air resistance and thus increases fuel consump tion Check tire inflation pressure regularly Check the tire inflation pressure at least twice a month and before embarking on a long journey and correct it if necessary Low tire inflation pressure causes higher rolling resistance and thus increases fuel consumption and tire wear Set off immediately Do not let the engine warm up while the car is still standing but set off immediately at moder ate engine speed This is the fastest way for the cold engine to reach its operating temperature Online Edition for Part no 01 41 2 602 994 08 09 BMW AG Drive defensively Avoid unnecessary acceleration and braking maneuvers To do so keep an adequate dis tance between you and the vehicle in front of you A defensive and smooth dri
22. wat ez select an operating mode gt LED off outside air flows in continuously gt Left hand LED on AUC mode a sensor detects pollutants in the outside air and controls the shut off automatically gt Right hand LED on recirculated air mode the supply of outside air is permanently shut off If the windows fog over switch off recirculated air mode and increase the air volume if necessary Make sure that air can flow onto the windshield The recirculated air mode should not be used over an extended period of time otherwise the air quality inside the car will dete riorate continuously 4 Via the button on the steering wheel You can switch quickly between the recircu lated air mode and the previous mode using a button on the steering wheel refer to page 11 ALL program Press the button If the temperature setting on the driver s side is changed the temperature on the front passen ger side is changed as well The current temperature setting on the driver s side is transferred to the front passenger side The program is switched off when the setting is adjusted on the front passenger side or the but ton is pressed again Online Edition for Part no 01 41 2 602 994 08 09 BMW AG Defrosting windows and removing condensation Press the button Le Quickly removes ice and conden sation from the windshield and front side windows For this purpose also switch on the cooling function Switchi
23. 19 Automatic locking 22 Pathway lighting 79 Daytime running lights 80 Triple turn signal activation 51 VVYVYVYV Seat memory 38 Exiting displays The outside temperature reading and the time reappear when you press button 2 or if you make no entries within approx 15 seconds If required complete the current setting first Formats and units of measure You can set formats and units of measure Online Edition for Part no 01 41 2 602 994 08 09 BMW AG 1 Switch on the ignition refer to page 46 1 Lightly push button 1 in the turn indicator lever up or down repeatedly until the sym bol appears in the display accompanied by the word SET 2 Lightly push button 1 in the turn indicator lever up or down repeatedly until the sym bol appears in the display accompanied by the word SET fi i 2 Press button 2 3 Press button 2 3 Use button 1 to select RESET 4 Use button 1 to select desired format or desired unit of measure e g for fuel con Controls 4 Press button 2 until RY is displayed The settings are reset The setting is stored for the remote control currently in use gt R Fuel consumption mpg km l 1100km gt lel Dist d mis km A Service requirements gt Time 12h 24h format gt Date day month dd mm month day mm dd Price gt Temperature F C ED 5 Press button 2 Use button 1 to make the setting 10000 7 Press button 2 12
24. 3 Press button 2 4 Lightly push button 1 in the turn indicator lever down repeatedly until the symbol appears in the display 5 Press button 2 Use button 1 to select gt on The central locking system automati cally locks the vehicle after some time if no door has been opened gt on The central locking system automati cally locks the vehicle as soon as you drive off gt The central locking system automati cally locks the vehicle after some time if Online Edition for Part no 01 41 2 602 994 08 09 BMW AG no door has been opened or as soon as you drive off gt off The central locking system remains unlocked 7 Press button 2 The setting is stored for the remote control currently in use Unlocking and opening doors gt Either unlock the doors together using the button for the central locking system and then pull the door handle above the armrest or gt pull on the door handle of each door twice the first time unlocks the door the second time opens it Locking gt Use the central locking button to lock all of the doors simultaneously or gt press down the safety lock button of a door To prevent you from being locked out the open driver s door cannot be locked using the lock button Persons or animals in a parked vehicle EN could lock the doors from the inside You should therefore take the remote control with you when you leave the vehicle so that the latter ca
25. 92 V 225 50 R 16 92 H M S 225 45 R 17 91 V 225 45 R 17 91 H M S 225 45 R 17 94 V M S XL Front 225 45 R 17 91 V Rear 255 40 R 17 94 V Front 225 40 R 18 88 W Rear 255 35 R 18 90 W Front 225 35 R 19 88 Y XL Rear 255 30 R 19 91 Y XL Pressure specifications in psi kPa Traveling speeds including those exceeding 100 mph 160 km h Atit tio F Traveling speeds up to a max of 100 mph 160 km h Atit tio F 32 220 36 250 36 250 44 300 32 220 35 240 36 250 44 300 32 220 38 260 41 280 48 330 32 220 39 270 42 290 49 340 32 220 41 280 35 240 44 300 32 220 39 270 39 270 46 320 36 250 39 270 44 300 46 320 More details on the permissible load and weights can be found on page 177 gt a 121 Online Edition for Part no 01 41 2 602 994 08 09 BMW AG Wheels and tires Sedan tire inflation pressures for the 328i Tire size All pressure specifications in the table are indicated in psi kilopascal with cold tires Cold ambient temperature Without Sport Package 205 55 R 16 91 H M S 225 50 R 16 92 V 225 50 R 16 92 H M S 225 45 R 17 91 H M S 225 45 R 17 91 V 225 45 R 17 94 V M S XL Front 225 45 R 17 91 V Rear 255 40 R 17 94 V Front 225 40 R 18 88 W Rear 255 35 R 18 90 W Front 225 40 R 18 88 Y Rear 255 35 R 18 90 Y Front 225 35 R 19 88 Y XL Rear 255 30 R 19 91 Y XL 122 Pressure specifications in psi kPa Traveling speeds up to a max
26. Safety belts 38 Belt tensioner refer to Safety belts 38 Beverage holders refer to Cupholders 95 Blower refer to Air volume 85 88 Bluetooth refer to separate Owner s Manual BMW car shampoo 145 BMW Advanced Diesel 116 BMW Homepage 4 BMW Maintenance System 141 BMW webpage 4 Bottle holders refer to Cupholders 95 Online Edition for Part no 01 41 2 602 994 08 09 BMW AG Brake Assist refer to Dynamic Brake Control DBC 70 Brake fluid refer to Service requirements 65 Brake Force Display 76 Brake lamps Brake Force Display 76 replacing bulb 151 152 Brake pads 106 breaking in 106 Brake rotors 108 brakes 106 breaking in 106 Brakes ABS 70 BMW Maintenance System 141 Brake Force Display 76 breaking in 106 parking brake 48 service requirements 65 Brakes refer to Braking safely 108 Brake system 106 BMW Maintenance System 141 breaking in 106 disc brakes 108 Breakdown services refer to Roadside Assistance 155 Breaking in the clutch 106 Breaking in the differential refer to Engine and differential 106 Break in period 106 Bulb changing refer to Lamps and bulbs 147 Button for starting the engine refer to Start stop button 46 Buttons on the steering wheel 11 C California Proposition 65 warning 5 Can holders refer to Cupholders 95 Capacities 178 Capacity of the cargo area 177 Car battery refer to Vehicle battery 1
27. Sedan B Sy 1 Remove the cover from the right hand side wall of the cargo area 2 Pull the knob with the fuel pump symbol The fuel filler flap is released Sports Wagon 1 Fold up the cargo area floor panel 2 Remove the cover from the right hand side wall of the cargo area To do so turn the screws arrows 1 90 and take out the cover arrow 2 3 Pull the knob with the fuel pump symbol The fuel filler flap is released Online Edition for Part no 01 41 2 602 994 08 09 BMW AG Observe the following when refueling FN When handling fuels follow the safety instructions provided at filling stations otherwise there is a risk of personal injury or property damage 4 When refueling insert the filler nozzle com pletely into the filler pipe Avoid lifting the filler nozzle while filling the tank as that would lead to gt Premature pump shutoff gt Reduced efficiency of the fuel vapor recov ery system The fuel tank is full when the filler nozzle clicks off the first time Fuel tank capacity Refuel as soon as possible once your EN cruising range falls below 30 miles 50 km otherwise engine functions are not ensured and damage can occur 4 Gasoline engine Approx 16 1 US gallons 61 liters including the reserve capacity of 2 1 US gallons 8 liters Diesel engine Approx 16 1 US gallons 61 liters including the reserve capacity of 1 7 US gallons 6 5 liters Fuel specifications
28. be unlocked and locked using the integrated key in the door lock If the car can no longer be locked with a remote control the battery in the remote control is dis charged Use the remote control on an extended trip to recharge the battery refer to page 18 The remote control for Comfort Access contains a battery that may have to be changed refer to page 28 For US owners only The transmitter and receiver units comply with part 15 of the FCC Federal Communications Commission regulations Operation is gov erned by the following FCC ID LX8766S LX8766E LX8CAS Compliance statement This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules Operation is subject to the following two conditions gt This device must not cause harmful inter ference and Controls gt this device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation gt Any unauthorized modifications or changes to these devices could void the user s authority to operate this equipment 4 Opening and closing Using the door lock ey You can set the way in which the car is unlocked refer to page 19 Tx In vehicles without an alarm system or Comfort Access only the driver s door can be locked via the door lock 4 To lock all doors the fuel filler flap and the trunk lid at once 21 Online Edition for Part no 01 41 2 602 994 08 09 BMW AG Opening and closing 1 With the
29. carpets or any other objects to protrude into the area around the pedals otherwise pedal function could be impaired 4 Corrosion on brake rotors When the vehicle is driven only occasionally during extended periods when the vehicle is not used at all and in operating conditions where brake applications are less frequent there is an increased tendency for corrosion to form on rotors while contaminants accumulate on the brake pads This occurs because the minimum pressure which must be exerted by the pads during brake applications to clean the rotors is not reached Should corrosion form on the brake rotors the brakes will tend to respond with a pulsating effect that even extended application will fail to cure Online Edition for Part no 01 41 2 602 994 08 09 BMW AG When the vehicle is parked Condensation forms while the automatic cli mate control is in operation and then exits under the vehicle Traces of condensed water under the vehicle are therefore normal Cargo loading To avoid loading the tires beyond their A approved carrying capacity never over load the vehicle Overloading can lead to over heating and increases the rate at which damage develops inside the tires This can ultimately result in a sudden blowout 4 Make sure that no liquids are spilled or leak from their containers in the cargo area as this could result in damage to the vehi cle Determining loading limit 1 Locate the following
30. could be damaged lt 4 pa Use the loop strap to pull the partition net out of the casing Grip the bar on both ends and insert it into the retaining fixtures arrow 1 This can best be done from the rear seat Controls When you no longer require the partition net grip both ends of the bar and take it out of the retaining fixtures arrow 2 Let the partition net slide into the casing slowly With cargo area expanded 1 Fold down both rear seat backrests refer to Expanding the cargo area 2 Use the buttons to unlatch the casing on both sides arrow 1 99 Online Edition for Part no 01 41 2 602 994 08 09 BMW AG ior accessories Practical inter 3 Pull the casing out backwards arrow 2 without tilting it 4 Slide the casing into the guides on the backs of the seat backrests 5 Carefully pull out the partition net and insert it into the front retaining fixtures refer to Partition net above This can best be done from the front seat Follow the same steps in reverse order to return the partition net and seats to their original posi tions Finally slide the casing into both retaining fixtures on the sides until it engages Tug on the casing to check if it is properly locked in place Storage compartments inside the cargo area Sedan Depending on your vehicle s equipment the following storage spaces can be found in the cargo area gt Left storage compartment e g for storing a b
31. cover for cargo area or bumper gt Folding removable box under the floor panel e g for wet or dirty items Online Edition for Part no 01 41 2 602 994 08 09 BMW AG gt Insertable dividers and removable storage tray for the storage compartment under the floor panel Folding up the floor panel Do not exceed the maximum permissible load of 55 Ibs 25 kg for the storage com partment under the floor panel otherwise dam age could result 4 Sedan Press the floor panel against the ceiling of the cargo area a locking device holds the floor panel in place To detach the floor panel pull it out of the locking device Sports Wagon Fold up the floor panel and take it out or lean it forward Lashing eyes You will find lashing eyelets in the cargo area for securing luggage items with nets or tensioning straps refer to page 110 Ski bag The ski bag is designed for safe clean transport of up to 4 pairs of standard skis or up to 2 snowboards With the ski bag you can stow skis with alength of up to 6 ft 10 in 2 10 m When skis of 6 ft 10 in 2 10 m length are loaded the overall capacity of the ski bag is reduced due to its tapered design Loading 1 Fold down the center armrest 2 Press the button reach into the recess and fold down the cover n Open the Velcro fastener spread the ski bag between the front seats and insert the skis or snowboards The zip fastener makes objects in the ski b
32. described here gt Never touch the glass of new bulbs with _ your bare fingers as even minute amounts of contamination will burn 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 4 You can obtain a selection of replacement bulbs at your BMW center Only change bulbs while they are cool to the touch otherwise you could suffer burns 4 When working on electrical systems always begin by switching off the con sumer in question otherwise short circuits could result To avoid possible injury or equip ment damage when replacing bulbs observe any instructions provided by the bulb manufac turer 4 147 Online Edition for Part no 01 41 2 602 994 08 09 BMW AG gt G Replacing components For care of the headlamps please follow the instructions in the chapter entitled Care gt If the routine for changing a particular li bulb is not described here please contact your BMW center or a workshop that works according to BMW repair procedures with cor respondingly trained personnel Light emitting diodes LED Light emitting diodes installed behind translu cent lenses serve as the light source for many of the controls and displays in your vehicle These light emitting diodes which operate using a concept similar to that applied in conventional lasers are officially designated as Class 1 light emitting dio
33. disappears during HDC oper ation or does not appear HDC is temporarily unavailable due to exces sive brake temperature or DSC has failed Drive off assistant The drive off assistant enables you to drive off smoothly on uphill gradients It is not necessary to use the parking brake for this 1 Hold the car in place by depressing the brake 2 Release the brake and drive off without delay The drive off assistant holds the car in EN place for approx 2 seconds after the brake is released Drive off without delay after releasing the brake Otherwise the drive off assistant will no longer hold the car in place after approx 2 seconds and the car will start to roll backwards 4 72 Flat Tire Monitor FTM The concept The Flat Tire Monitor detects pressure loss ina tire by comparing the rotating speeds of the individual tires while moving In the event of pressure loss the rolling circum ference changes and thus the rotating speed of the affected wheel This change is detected and is reported as a flat tire Functional requirement In order to assure the reliable reporting of a flat tire the system must be initialized for the cor rect tire inflation pressure gt The system must be reinitialized each L timeatire inflation pressure has been cor rected or a wheel or tire has been changed 4 System limitations The Flat Tire Monitor is unable to warn the driver of sudden severe tire damage caused by ext
34. displays 10 Convenient operation glass roof 20 Windows 20 Coolant 139 checking level 140 Coolant temperature 62 Cooling maximum 87 Cooling fluid refer to Coolant 139 Cooling system refer to Coolant 139 Copyright 2 Corner illuminating lamps replacing bulbs 148 Corner illuminating lamps refer to Adaptive light control 81 Cornering lamps refer to Adaptive light control 81 Correct tires 134 Courtesy lamps refer to Interior lamps 83 Cruise control 53 active 55 malfunction 54 Cruising range 63 Cupholders 95 Curb weight refer to Weights 177 Current fuel consumption refer to Energy Control 62 D Dashboard refer to Cockpit 10 Dashboard refer to Instrument cluster 12 Dashboard lighting refer to Instrument lighting 82 Data technical 174 capacities 178 dimensions 175 engine 174 weights 177 Date setting 67 Daytime running lights 80 replacing bulbs 148 DBC Dynamic Brake Control 70 Deactivating front passenger airbags 77 Deadlocking refer to Locking 20 Online Edition for Part no 01 41 2 602 994 08 09 BMW AG Defect door lock 22 fuel filler flap 114 glass roof 30 panorama glass roof 32 Defogging windows 86 Defrost windows 86 Defrosting windows and removing condensation air conditioner 86 Defrosting windshield refer to Defrosting windows 86 Defrost position refer to Defrosting windows 86 Diesel exhaust fluid 117
35. doors closed lock the vehicle using the button for the central locking sys tem in the interior refer to page 22 2 Unlock and open the driver s or front pas senger door refer to page 23 3 Lock the vehicle gt Lock the driver s door using the inte grated key in the door lock or gt press down the lock button of the front passenger door and close the door from the outside Convenient operation If the vehicle is equipped with an alarm system or Comfort Access you can also operate the windows and the glass roof panorama glass roof via the door lock Hold the key in the position for unlocking or locking Watch during the closing process to EN ensure that no one is injured Releasing the key stops the operation 4 Manual operation In the event of an electrical malfunction you can lock and unlock the driver s door by turning the integrated key to the corresponding limit posi tions in the door lock Opening and closing From inside This button serves to unlock or lock doors and the trunk lid tailgate but does not activate the anti theft system The fuel filler flap remains unlocked 22 Automatic locking You can also set the situations in which the car locks For operating principle refer to page 64 1 Switch on the ignition refer to page 46 2 Lightly push button 1 in the turn indicator lever up or down repeatedly until the sym bol appears in the display accompanied by the word SET
36. found on page 177 127 Online Edition for Part no 01 41 2 602 994 08 09 BMW AG Wheels and tires Sports Wagon tire inflation pressures for the 328i Tire size Pressure specifications in psi kPa Traveling speeds Traveling speeds up to a max of including those 100 mph 160 km h exceeding 100 mph 160 km h All pressure specifications in the table are indicated in psi kilopascal with cold tires te to te to Cold ambient temperature TT ET Without Sport Package 225 50 R 16 92 H M ae R be W S 32 220 39 270 36 250 44 300 205 55 R 16 91 H M S 32 220 39 270 39 270 46 320 e i sl A Pii 33 230 41 280 39 270 46 320 225 45 R 17 94 V M S XL 35 240 42 290 41 280 48 330 Front 225 45 R 17 91 V 33 230 39 270 Rear 255 40 R 17 94 V 36 250 42 290 Front 225 40 R 18 88 W 36 250 39 270 Rear 255 35 R 18 90 W 44 300 46 320 Front 225 40 R 18 88 Y 36 250 36 250 Rear 255 35 R 18 90 Y 44 300 44 300 Front 225 35 R 19 88 Y XL 36 250 41 280 Rear 255 30 R 19 91 Y XL 44 300 48 330 128 Online Edition for Part no 01 41 2 602 994 08 09 BMW AG Tire size Pressure specifications in psi kPa Traveling speeds Traveling speeds up to a max of including those 100 mph 160 km h exceeding 100 mph 160 km h All pressure specifications in the table are indicated in psi kilopascal with cold tires ha tio je to Cold ambient temperature TE TT With Sport Package
37. hand held transmitter uses an alternating code system If it uses an alternating code system program the memory buttons 1 as described under Alternating code hand held transmitters 4 Alternating code hand held transmitters To program the integrated universal remote control consult the operating instructions for the device to be set You will find information there on the possibilities for synchronization When programming hand held transmitters that employ an alternating code please observe the following supplementary instructions gt Programming will be easier with the aid of i a second person lt 4 1 Park your vehicle within the range of the remote controlled device 2 Program the integrated universal remote control as described above in the section Fixed code hand held transmitters 3 Locate the button on the receiver of the device to be set e g on the drive unit 4 Press the button on the receiver of the device to be set After step 4 you have approx 30 seconds for step 5 5 Press the programmed memory button 1 of the integrated universal remote control three times 92 The corresponding memory button 1 is now programmed with the signal of the original hand held transmitter gt If you have any questions please contact your BMW center 4 Deleting all stored programs Press the left and right memory buttons 1 for approx 20 seconds until the LED 2 flashes rap idly all stored programs are de
38. identify and choose the right tires Tire size e g 225 45 R17 91 V Nominal width in mm al Aspect ratio in Radial belt construction Rim diameter in inches Load rating not on ZR tires Speed code letter in front of the R on ZR tires Speed code letter Q up to 100 mph or 160 km h T upto 118 mph or 190 km h H up to 131 mph or 210 km h V up to 150 mph or 240 km h W up to 167 mph or 270 km h Y up to 186 mph or 300 km h Tire Identification Number Tires with DOT codes meet the guidelines of the US Department of Transportation DOT code e g DOT xxxx xxx 3209 Manufacturer s code for tire make Tire size and tire design Tire age Tire age The manufacturing date of tires is contained in the tire coding DOT 3209 means that the tire was manufactured in week 32 of 2009 BMW recommends that you replace all tires after 6 years at most even if some tires may last for 10 years 132 Uniform Tire Quality Grading Quality grades can be found where applicable on the tire sidewall between tread shoulder and maximum section width For example Tread wear 200 Traction AA Temperature A DOT Quality Grades Tread wear Traction AAABC Temperature A BC All passenger car tires must conform to Federal Safety Requirements in addition to these grades 4 Tread wear The tread wear grade is a comparative rating based on the wear rate of the tire when tested under controlled conditions on a specifie
39. liters for diesel engines the indicator lamp and the cruising range for the remaining amount of fuel are displayed briefly The indica tor lamp remains permanently on when the remaining range is less than approx 30 miles 50 km Refuel as soon as possible once your cruising range falls below 30 miles 50 km otherwise engine functions are not ensured and damage can occur 4 Online Edition for Part no 01 41 2 602 994 08 09 BMW AG Computer Average fuel consumption The average fuel consumption is calculated for Displays in the instrument cluster the time during which the engine is running To reset average fuel consumption press the Calling up information button in the turn indicator lever for approx 2 seconds 1e Current fuel consumption Displays the current fuel consumption This allows you to see whether your current driving gt 575mis style is conducive to fuel economy with mini mum exhaust emissions Press the button in the turn indicator lever The following items of information are dis played in the order listed Controls Cruising range Average speed Average fuel consumption Current fuel consumption VVVVV No information To set the corresponding units of measure refer to Formats and units of measure on page 64 Cruising range Displays the estimated cruising range available with the remaining fuel The range is calculated on the basis of the way the car has been driven over
40. meet the particular operating con ditions and homologation requirements in your country and continental region in order to deliver 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 vehi cle to meet different prevailing operating condi tions 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 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 injury or death you should immediately inform the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration NHTSA in addition to notifying BMW of North America LLC P O Box 1227 Westwood New Jersey 07675 1227 Telephone 1 800 831 1117 Online Edition for Part no 01 41 2 602 994 08 09 BMW AG If NHTSA receives similar complaints it may open an investigation and if it finds that a safety defect exists in a group of vehicles it may order a recall and remedy campaign However NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you your center or BMW of North America LLC To contact NHTSA you may call the Vehicle Safety Hotline toll free at 1 888
41. objects do not project into the opening path of the trunk lid tailgate Fasten roof mounted cargo correctly and securely to prevent it from shifting or falling off during the trip Drive smoothly Avoid sudden acceleration and braking maneuvers Take corners gently 111 Online Edition for Part no 01 41 2 602 994 08 09 BMW AG N 2 5 D gt T a Online Edition for Part no 01 41 2 602 994 08 09 BMW AG Online Edition for Part no 01 41 2 602 994 08 09 BMW AG Refueling Refueling FN Always switch off the engine before refu eling otherwise fuel cannot be added to the tank and a message will be displayed 4 Take all precautionary measures and EN observe all applicable regulations when handling fuel Do not carry any spare fuel con tainers in your vehicle They can develop a leak and cause an explosion or cause a fire in the event of an accident lt 4 Fuel filler flap Opening 1 Open the fuel filler flap To do so lightly press the rear edge 2 Turn the gas cap counterclockwise 3 Place the gas cap in the bracket attached to the fuel filler flap Closing Fit the cap and turn it clockwise until you clearly hear a click Do not pinch the band attached to the cap otherwise the cap cannot be closed properly and fuel vapors can escape 4 Manually releasing the fuel filler flap In the event of a malfunction you can release the fuel filler flap manually 114
42. occur during the journey this may be an indication that the damaged tire has finally failed Reduce your speed and pull over as soon as possible at a suitable location Otherwise parts of the tire could come loose resulting in an accident Do not continue driving Instead contact your BMW center lt 4 Tire Pressure Monitor TPM The concept RDC monitors the tire inflation pressure in the four mounted tires during a trip The system notifies you if there is a significant loss of pres sure in one or more tires 73 Online Edition for Part no 01 41 2 602 994 08 09 BMW AG Technology for driving comfort and safety Functional requirement In order to assure the reliable reporting of a flat tire the system must be reset while all tire infla tion pressures are correct Always use wheels with TPM electronics Oth erwise the system may malfunction Each time a tire inflation pressure has l been corrected or a wheel or tire has been changed reset the system 4 System limitations TPM cannot warn you in advance of sud den severe tire damage caused by out side influences 4 The system does not work correctly if it has not been reset for example a flat tire may be indi cated even though the tire inflation pressures are correct The system is inactive and cannot indicate a flat tire if a wheel without TPM electronics such as acompact spare wheel has been mounted or if TPM is temporarily malfunctioning due t
43. original hand held transmitter at a distance of approx 4 to 12 in 10 to 30 cm from the memory buttons 1 m The required distance between the hand held transmitter and the mem ory buttons 1 depends on the system of the respective original hand held transmitter used 4 4 Simultaneously press the transmit key on the original hand held transmitter and the desired memory button 1 on the integrated universal remote control The LED 2 flashes slowly at first As soon as the LED 2 flashes rapidly release both buttons If the LED 2 does not flash rapidly after approx 15 sec onds alter the distance and repeat this step 5 To program other original hand held trans mitters repeat steps 3 and 4 91 Online Edition for Part no 01 41 2 602 994 08 09 BMW AG Controls ior accessories Practical inter The corresponding memory button 1 is now programmed with the signal of the original hand held transmitter You can operate the device while the ignition is switched on gt If the device fails to function even after repeated programming check whether the original hand held transmitter uses an alter nating code system To do so either read the instructions for the original hand held transmit ter or hold down the programmed memory button 1 of the integrated universal remote control If the LED 2 on the integrated universal remote control flashes rapidly and then remains lit for about two seconds the original
44. page 71 Dynamic Stability Control DSC and Dynamic Traction Control DTC deacti vated refer also to page 71 Suspension control system failed refer also to page 70 xDrive has failed refer also to page 72 What to do Have the condition of the brake pads checked without delay Have the condition of the brake pads checked without delay Have the system in question checked without delay The engine cannot be restarted Depress the brake to restart the engine You can continue your journey but moderate your speed and exercise due caution Have the system in question checked without delay Driving stability limited during accelera tion and cornering Driving style must be readjusted Driving stability limited during accelera tion and cornering You can continue your journey but moderate your speed and exercise due caution Have the system checked as soon as possible You can continue your journey Drive cautiously and think well ahead Avoid driving on rough tracks full throttle operation and use of the transmission s kickdown mode Have the system checked immediately Online Edition for Part no 01 41 2 602 994 08 09 BMW AG ABS BRAKE C9 4x4 4x4 4x4 LON KON KON Cause xDrive and DSC have failed refer also to page 72 Indication in US models The driving stability control systems including ABS and the Tire Pressure Monitor have failed re
45. point or beyond arrow 1 until the desired speed is reached gt Each time the lever is pressed to the resis tance point the desired speed is increased by approx 1 mph or 1 km h gt Each time the lever is pressed beyond the resistance point the desired speed is increased by up to 5 mph or 10 km h The system stores and maintains the speed 53 Online Edition for Part no 01 41 2 602 994 08 09 BMW AG iving Dr Accelerating using the lever Accelerating slightly Press the lever to the resistance point arrow 1 until the desired speed is reached Accelerating significantly Press the lever beyond the resistance point arrow 1 until the desired speed is reached The vehicle accelerates without pressure on the accelerator pedal The system stores and maintains the speed Decreasing speed Repeatedly pull the lever to the resistance point or beyond arrow 2 until the desired speed is displayed gt Each time the lever is pulled to the resis tance point the desired speed is decreased by approx 1 mph or 1 km h gt Each time the lever is pulled beyond the resistance point the desired speed is reduced by up to 5 mph or 10 km h until the minimum speed of 20 mph or 30 km h is achieved The system stores and maintains the speed Deactivating cruise control Tap the lever upwards or downwards arrow 3 The displays on the speedometer disappear In addition the system is automatically deacti va
46. rear axle load Approved roof load capacity Cargo area capacity cu ft liters Ibs kg Ibs kg Ibs kg Ibs kg Ibs kg Ibs kg Never exceed either the approved axle loads or the gross vehicle weight Capacities Fuel tank including reserve of gt Gasoline engine gt Diesel engine Window washer system including headlamp washers 178 US gal liters US gal liters US gal liters US atlliters 328i 328i xDrive 4 630 2 100 4 872 2 210 4 696 2 130 4 916 2 230 1 058 480 1 058 480 2 127 965 2 326 1 055 2 646 1 200 2 646 1 200 165 75 165 75 16 2 48 9 460 1385 16 2 48 9 460 1385 Notes approx 16 1 61 Fuel grade page 115 approx 2 1 8 0 approx 1 7 6 5 For more details page 53 approx 6 3 6 0 Online Edition for Part no 01 41 2 602 994 08 09 BMW AG 179 Online Edition for Part no 01 41 2 602 994 08 09 BMW AG Reference Everything from A to Z Everything from A to Z Index A ABS Antilock Brake System 70 ACC refer to Active cruise control 55 Accident refer to Sending an Emergency Request 155 Activated charcoal filter for automatic climate control 90 Active cruise control 55 indicator lamps 57 malfunction 58 selecting distance 56 sensor 58 Active steering 76 Adaptive brake light Brake Force Display 76 Adaptive light control 81 Additives coolant 139 Adjusting temperature inside the car refer to Air conditioner 85 Adjusting temperature i
47. refer to Lumbar support 35 Luggage rack refer to Roof mounted luggage rack 110 Lumbar support 35 M M S tires refer to Winter tires 135 Maintenance refer to Service Booklet Maintenance system 141 Malfunction automatic transmission with Steptronic 50 tires 73 trunk lid 24 Malfunction warnings refer to Check Control 67 Manual air distribution 85 Manual car wash 144 Manual mode automatic transmission with Steptronic 49 Manual operation door lock 22 driver s door 22 fuel filler flap 114 glass roof 30 panorama glass roof 32 transmission lock automatic transmission 50 trunk lid 24 Manual transmission 48 Master key refer to Remote control with integrated key 18 Maximum cooling 87 Maximum speed with winter tires 135 Measurements refer to Dimensions 175 Memory refer to Seat and mirror memory 37 Microfilter BMW Maintenance System 141 for air conditioner 86 for automatic climate control 90 Microfilter activated charcoal filter BMW Maintenance System 141 Microphone telephone 14 Mirror dimming feature 40 Mirrors 39 automatic curb monitor 40 exterior mirrors 39 heating 40 interior rearview mirror 40 memory refer to Seat and mirror memory 37 Mirrors folding in before entering a car wash 39 Online Edition for Part no 01 41 2 602 994 08 09 BMW AG Mobile phone installation location refer to
48. refer to Windows 28 Signal horn refer to Horn 10 11 Sitting safely 33 With airbags 33 with head restraint 33 With safety belts 33 Ski bag 101 Sliding tilt sunroof refer to Panorama glass roof 30 Sliding tilt sunroof refer to Glass roof electric 29 Slot for remote control 46 Smokers package refer to Ashtray 96 Snap in adapter refer to Center armrest storage compartment 95 Socket Onboard Diagnosis OBD 142 Socket refer to Connecting electrical appliances 96 Soot particulate filter refer to Diesel particulate filter 107 SOS refer to Sending an Emergency Request 155 Spare fuses 154 Speed run flat tires 73 With winter tires 135 Speedometer 12 Split rear seat backrest refer to Expanding the cargo area 99 Spray nozzles refer to Cleaning windshield and headlamps 52 Stability control refer to Driving stability control systems 70 Start stop button 46 starting the engine 47 switching off the engine 47 Starting refer to Starting the engine 47 Starting assistance refer to Jump starting 156 Starting difficulties jump starting 156 Starting the engine start stop button 46 Status of this Owner s Manual at time of printing 5 Steam jet 143 144 Steering wheel 40 adjustment 40 buttons on steering wheel 11 heating 41 lock 46 locking with Comfort Access 27 Steering with variable ratio refer to Active steering 76 Steptronic refer
49. shift to neutral Controls gt In cars with automatic transmission when you engage selector lever position N gt When the ignition is switched off Displays in the instrument cluster 1 A A S 1 Stored desired speed 2 Shows yellow vehicle detected ahead Flashes in red system cannot maintain dis tance driver must brake the vehicle Flashes in yellow driving stability control systems are intervening cruise control is deactivated 3 Selected distance to vehicle ahead The indicator lights up as soon as the sys tem is activated 4 Selected desired speed is temporarily dis played 57 Online Edition for Part no 01 41 2 602 994 08 09 BMW AG O ivin Dr gt If mph or km h temporarily appears l inthe instrument cluster display it is pos sible that the system prerequisites for operation are currently not met Calling up Check Control messages refer to page 68 4 Warning lamps The indicator 2 flashes in red a signal sounds The system indicates that you must brake and or maneuver the vehicle yourself Active cruise con trol cannot automatically restore the distance to the vehicle ahead This indicator does not release you from your responsibility to adapt your desired speed and driving style to prevailing driving conditions The indicator 2 flashes in yellow The prerequisites for operating active cruise control are not met e g as a result of ABS or DSC interventio
50. start the engine 4 Diesel exhaust fluid at the minimum level Even if the display indicates mls the engine continues running if it is not switched off and if all other requirements continue to be met e g a sufficient supply of fuel Do not drive to the end of the indicated distance Otherwise it will not be possible to start the engine again after switching it off Online Edition for Part no 01 41 2 602 994 08 09 BMW AG Wrong fluid r A warning lamp lights up i The wrong fluid was filled into the res ervoir Please contact your BMW center Having the diesel exhaust fluid refilled Diesel exhaust fluid is refilled by your BMW center during regular service If the service intervals are adhered to it generally does not need to be refilled between service appoint ments Under certain conditions e g especially fre quent accelerations or operation of the vehicle at high altitudes it may become necessary to refill the fluid between service appointments When this reserve display appears in the instru ment cluster have diesel exhaust fluid refilled to avoid not being able to start the engine You can have the fluid refilled by a BMW center Diesel exhaust fluid at low temperatures Tn Because of its physical properties it may _ be necessary to refill diesel exhaust fluid between regular service appointments at tem peratures below 23 F 5 C The need to add fluid is indicated by the re
51. statement on your vehicle s placard The combined weight of occupants EN and cargo should never exceed XXX kg or YYY Ibs Otherwise overloading can result in damage to the vehicle and unstable driving conditions 4 2 Determine the combined weight of the driver and passengers that will be riding in your vehicle 3 Subtract the combined weight of the driver and passengers from XXX kilograms or YYY pounds 4 The resulting figure equals the available amount of cargo and luggage load capacity For example if the YYY amount equals 1 400 Ibs and there will be five 150 lb pas sengers in your vehicle the amount of avail able cargo and luggage load capacity is 650 lbs 1 400 Ibs minus 750 Ibs 650 Ibs 5 Determine the combined weight of luggage and cargo being loaded on the vehicle That weight may not safely exceed the available cargo and luggage load capacity calculated in step 4 6 If your vehicle will be towing a trailer part of the load from your trailer will be transferred to your vehicle Consult the manual for transporting a trailer to determine how this may reduce the available cargo and luggage load capacity of your vehicle Load iit Max Load Rih it lt Max Load RARER C lt Max Load The permissible load is the total of the weight of occupants and cargo luggage The greater the weight of the occupants the less cargo lug gage can be transported Stowing cargo gt Position hea
52. stored again refer to the separate Owner s Manual for Radio gt Glass roof It may happen that the roof can only be raised The system must be initialized Please contact your BMW center gt Panorama glass roof It may happen that the roof can only be raised The system must be initialized Please contact your BMW center 153 Online Edition for Part no 01 41 2 602 994 08 09 BMW AG gt o 2 Replacing components gt Seat and mirror memory The positions must be stored again refer to page 37 gt Inside rearview mirror with digital compass The system must be calibrated refer to page 93 gt Active steering The system automatically initializes itself briefly during a trip The system is deacti vated during this time refer to page 76 gt xDrive The system automatically initializes itself during a trip Indicator lamps light up during this time If the lamps do not go out during the current trip have the system checked Fuses Never attempt to repair a blown fuse and do not replace a defective fuse with a sub stitute of another color or amperage rating oth erwise this could lead to a circuit overload ulti mately resulting in a fire in the vehicle Open the cover in the glove compartment and remove it Plastic tweezers are located on the distributor box See the rear of the cover for information on fuse assignment Spare fuses are available from your BMW cen ter 1
53. suitable location remove the tow bar or rope and switch off the hazard warn ing flashers 6 Have the vehicle checked With xDrive do not activate Hill Descent _ Control HDC when the vehicle is being tow started page 71 4 159 Online Edition for Part no 01 41 2 602 994 08 09 BMW AG gt 2 Indicator and warning lamps Indicator and warning lamps gt Ww Q 0 BRAKE START iT L e 4 3002 160 1 Indicator and warning lamps can light up ina variety of combinations and colors See the table for information on causes and how to react Note whether a lamp comes on alone or in combination with another Some lamps can T 2 Cause Turn signals High beams headlamp flasher switched on Fog lamps switched on Fasten safety belts Indication in US models Parking brake applied Indication in Canadian models Parking brake applied Outside temperature warning Lights up briefly Gasoline engine approx 2 1 US gal lons 8 liters of fuel remain in the tank Diesel engine approx 1 7 US gallons 6 5 liters of fuel remain in the tank Remains on Remaining operating range is no more than 30 miles 50 km refer to page 62 Engine refuses to start Ignition switched on and driver s door open Parking lamps still on light up in different colors Corresponding dis tinctions are made in the text What to do Fasten your safety belt refer also to
54. the circumstances allow this remain in the vehicle until the connection has been estab lished You will then be able to provide a detailed description of the situation Data for determining the necessary rescue measures are transmitted to the BMW Assist Response Center e g the current position of your vehicle if it can be determined If the LED is flashing but the BMW Assist Response Center cannot be heard over the hands free system it is possible that the hands free system is malfunctioning You may still be heard by the BMW Assist Response Center however Under certain conditions an Emergency Requestis sent automatically immediately after a severe accident This Automatic Collision Notification is not affected by the button being pressed For technical reasons the Emergency Request service cannot be guaranteed for the most unfavorable conditions 4 Roadside Assistance The BMW Roadside Assistance is there to assist you around the clock in the event of a breakdown including on weekends and public holidays The phone numbers of Roadside Assistance in your home country can be found in the Contact brochure gt 2 First aid pouch Some of the articles contained in the first aid pouch have a limited service life Therefore 155 Online Edition for Part no 01 41 2 602 994 08 09 BMW AG istance iving and receiving ass G check the expiration dates of the contents reg ularly and repla
55. the last 18 miles 30 km and the amount of fuel currently in the tank Refuel as soon as possible once your A cruising range falls below 30 miles 50 km otherwise engine functions are not ensured and damage can occur lt 4 Average speed Periods with the vehicle parked and the engine switched off are not included in the calculations of average speed To reset average speed press the button in the turn indicator lever for approx 2 seconds 63 Online Edition for Part no 01 41 2 602 994 08 09 BMW AG Controls overview Settings and information Operating principle es 3 a 5 6 Certain settings and information can only be called up when the ignition is switched on A number of settings cannot be made while driv ing 1 Button for gt Selecting display gt Setting values 2 Button for gt Confirming selected display or set val ues gt Calling up computer information 63 3 When the lights are on instrument lighting brightness 82 4 Calling up Check Control 67 5 Checking engine oil level 137 6 Initializing the Flat Tire Monitor 72 Resetting the Tire Pressure Monitor 74 7 Setting the time 67 8 Setting the date 67 9 Viewing service requirement display 65 10 Setting formats and units of measure resetting to factory settings 64 64 A 8 9 10 11 11 Adjusting settings gt Confirmation signals when locking and unlocking the vehicle 20 gt Response during unlocking procedure
56. too low Engine oil level too low Diesel particle filter malfunctioning What to do Clean the radar sensor refer to page 58 Keep a safe distance Have the system checked Have the system checked Clean the sensor field on the front of the interior rearview mirror refer to page 82 Have the system checked by your near est BMW center There is arisk that oncoming traffic may be blinded Have the system checked by your nearest BMW center Have the exterior lighting checked as soon as possible Have the low beams checked as soon as possible Have the high beam headlamps checked Add coolant immediately refer to page 139 Stop immediately and switch off the engine You cannot continue your jour ney Contact your BMW center Add engine oil immediately refer to page 137 for more information You can continue your journey Have the system checked as soon as possible gt o 2 169 Online Edition for Part no 01 41 2 602 994 08 09 BMW AG Indicator and warning lamps sance Lights up in red L es Service appointment overdue Arrange a service appointment Check service requirements refer to page 65 Lights up in yellow Service due Arrange a service appointment Check service requirements refer to page 65 No service due Check service requirements refer to sD page 65 Time and date no longer correct Set the time and date refer to page 67 170 online E
57. window closes without pinch protection Safety switch With the safety switch you can prevent the rear windows from being opened or closed via the switches in the rear passenger area by chil dren for example When the safety function is switched on the LED comes on Always press the safety switch when chil dren ride in the rear otherwise unchecked closing of the windows could lead to injuries 4 Sedan glass roof electric To prevent injuries watch the glass roof while closing it Take the remote control with you when you leave the car otherwise children could operate the roof and possibly injure themselves 4 Raising Press the switch Controls gt The closed glass roof is raised and the slid ing visor opens slightly gt The open glass roof automatically travels into the raised position The sliding visor remains completely open Opening closing gt Press the switch backwards to the resis tance point The glass roof and the sliding visor open together as long as you hold the switch in this position gt Press the switch backwards past the resis tance point The glass roof and the sliding visor open automatically Briefly press the switch again to stop the opening movement You can close the glass roof in a similar manner by pressing the switch forwards The sliding visor remains open and can be closed by hand For information on Convenient operation via the remote control or door l
58. 0 9 Central locking system 22 10 Radio refer to separate Owner s Manual 2 11 Air conditioner or automatic climate con trol AW Air distribution for air 3 4 conditioner 85 e Air distribution to the windshield 87 e Air distribution to the upper body D f area 87 e Air distribution to the footwell 87 Automatic air distribution and flow rate 88 AUTO Rh Cooling function 89 Automatic recirculated air control 6 amp 3 AUC andrecirculated air mode 88 CO Recirculated air mode 85 MAX Maximum cooling 87 ALL ALLprogram 88 Se Air volume 85 88 Defrosting windows 89 Rear window defroster 86 89 Heated seats 37 Park Distance Control PDC 69 Sedan Roller sun blind 94 Hill Descent Control HDC 71 15 Online Edition for Part no 01 41 2 602 994 08 09 BMW AG At a glance Online Edition for Part no 01 41 2 602 994 08 09 BMW AG Online Edition for Part no 01 41 2 602 994 08 09 BMW AG Opening and closing Opening and closing Remote control Each remote control contains a rechargeable battery that is automatically recharged when it is in the ignition lock while the car is being driven Use each remote control at least twice a year for longer road trips in order to maintain the batteries charge status In cars with Comfort Access the remote control contains a replaceable battery refer to page 28 The settings called up and implem
59. 09 Printed on environmentally friendly paper bleached without chlorine suitable for recycling Online Edition for Part no 01 41 2 602 994 08 09 BMW AG Contents The fastest way to find information on a partic ular topic or item is by using the index refer to page 180 Using this Owner s Manual 4 Notes 6 Reporting safety defects At a glance 10 Cockpit Controls 18 Opening and closing 33 Adjustments 42 Transporting children safely 46 Driving 61 Controls overview 69 Technology for driving comfort and safety 79 Lamps 84 Climate 91 Practical interior accessories Driving tips 106 Things to remember when driving Mobility 114 Refueling 119 Wheels and tires 136 Under the hood 141 Maintenance 143 Care 147 Replacing components 155 Giving and receiving assistance 160 Indicator and warning lamps Reference 174 Technical data 180 Everything from A to Z Online Edition for Part no 01 41 2 602 994 08 09 BMW AG Driving tips han D Notes Notes Using this Owner s Manual We have tried to make all the information in this Owner s Manual easy to find The fastest way to find specific topics is to refer to the detailed index at the back of the manual If you wish to gain an initial overview of your vehicle you will find this in the first chapter Should you sell your BMW some day please remember to hand over the Owner s Manual as well it is an important component of your vehi c
60. 19 tailgate 27 trunk lid 27 without remote control refer to Comfort Access 26 V Vehicle battery 153 breaking in 106 cargo loading 109 Identification Number refer to Engine compartment 137 measurements refer to Dimensions 175 parking 47 weight 177 Vehicle jack 153 Vehicle storage 146 Online Edition for Part no 01 41 2 602 994 08 09 BMW AG Ventilation 89 air conditioner 86 draft free 86 89 in the rear 90 Ventilation refer to Climate 84 Vents refer to Air vents 84 Vents refer to Ventilation 86 89 Volume fuel tank refer to Capacities 178 W Warning and indicator lamps 13 Warning and indicator lamps overview 160 Warning messages refer to Check Control 67 Warning triangle 156 Washer fluid 52 content of the reservoir 53 Washer fluid reservoir 53 Waste tray refer to Ashtray 96 Water on roads refer to Driving through water 108 Water penetration 143 144 Wear indicators in tires refer to Minimum tread depth 133 Weights 177 Welcome lamps 79 Wheel tire combination refer to Correct wheels and tires 134 Wheelbase refer to Dimensions 175 Wheels new 134 Wheels and tires 119 Width refer to Dimensions 175 Windows 28 Convenient operation 20 opening closing 28 pinch protection system 29 rear window 25 safety switch 29 Windows defrosting 86 Windshield cleaning 52 defrosting and removing cond
61. 2009 The setting is stored for the remote control currently in use The remaining driving distance and the date of Resetting to factory settings the next scheduled service are displayed briefly You can reset the settings for formats and units immediately after you start the engine or switch of measure to the factory settings on the ignition 65 Online Edition for Part no 01 41 2 602 994 08 09 BMW AG Controls overview gt The extent of service work required can _K be read out from the remote control by your BMW Service Advisor 4 For certain maintenance operations you can view the respective distance remaining or due date individually in the instrument cluster Possible displays gt SERVICE INFO Switch on the ignition refer to page 46 2 Push button 1 in the turn indicator lever up or down repeatedly until the appropriate symbol appears in the display accompa nied by the words SERVICE INFO 3 Press button 2 4 Use button 1 to scroll through the individual service items Button for selecting functions Service requirements Engine oil Roadworthiness test Front brake pads O O BB WN Rear brake pads 66 7 Brakefluid The sequence of displayed service items may vary The data for the next service appointment is shown first Online Edition for Part no 01 41 2 602 994 08 09 BMW AG Clock Setting the time To set the 12h 24h mode refer to Formats and units o
62. 209 means that the tire was manufac tured in week 32 of 2009 Run flat tires D gt The symbol identifying run flat tires is a circle with the letters RSC on the sidewall Run flat tires comprise a conditionally self sup porting tire and a special rim The reinforce ment in the sidewalls ensures that the tire can continue to be used subject to certain restric tions even if depressurized For information on continuing to drive with a flat tire refer to Indication of a flat tire page 73 New wheels and tires Have new wheels and tires installed only by your BMW center or tire shop that works according to BMW repair procedures with correspondingly trained personnel If this work is not carried out properly there is a dan ger of subsequent damage and related safety hazards Make sure that the new wheels are bal anced 4 Retreaded tires BMW recommends that you do not use retreaded tires since driving safety may be impaired The causes for this include poten tially different tire casing structures and often wide variations in tire age which can result in a limited service life 4 134 Correct wheels and tires When mounting new tires or changing over from summer to winter tires and vice versa mount run flat tires for your own safety In the event of a flat no spare wheel is available Your BMW center will be glad to advise you BMW recommends that you use only wheel and tire combinations that BMW
63. 25 Online Edition for Part no 01 41 2 602 994 08 09 BMW AG Wheels and tires Sedan tire inflation pressures for the 335xi Tire size Pressure specifications in psi kPa Traveling speeds Traveling speeds up to a max of including those 100 mph 160 km h exceeding 100 mph 160 km h All pressure specifications in the table are j indicated in psi kilopascal with cold tires Ho t tin Cold ambient temperature Li Li F SF Without Sport Package 225 45 R 17 91 H M S RE R1791 W 33 230 39 270 36 250 44 300 225 45 R 17 94 V M S XL 33 230 41 280 38 260 45 310 Front 225 45 R 17 91 W 33 230 36 250 Rear 255 40 R 17 94 W 35 240 38 260 Front 225 40 R 18 88 W 36 250 39 270 Rear 255 35 R 18 90 W 41 280 44 300 Front 225 40 R 18 88 Y 36 250 36 250 Rear 255 35 R 18 90 Y 41 280 41 280 Front 225 35 R 19 88 Y XL 42 290 42 290 Rear 255 30 R 19 91 Y XL 45 310 45 310 With Sport Package 225 45 R17 91 H M S 33 230 39 270 36 250 44 300 225 45 R 17 94 V M S XL 33 230 41 280 42 290 49 340 225 45 R 17 91 W 33 230 39 270 39 270 46 320 Front 225 45 R 17 91 W 33 230 39 270 Rear 255 40 R 17 94 W 35 240 42 290 Front 225 40 R 18 88 W 36 250 44 300 Rear 255 35 R 18 90 W 41 280 48 330 Front 225 40 R 18 88 Y 36 250 39 270 Rear 255 35 R 18 90 Y 41 280 44 300 Front 225 35 R 19 88 Y XL 42 290 45 310 Rear 255 30 R 19 91 Y XL 45 310 49 340 More details on the permi
64. 327 4236 TTY 1 800 424 9153 go to http www safercar gov or write to Adminis trator NHTSA 400 Seventh Street SW Washington DC 20590 You can also obtain other information 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 Defect Investigations and Recalls may call 1 800 333 0510 toll free from anywhere in Canada or 1 613 993 9851 from the Ottawa region and from other countries or contact Transport Canada by mail at Transport Can ada ASFAD Place de Ville Tower C 330 Sparks Street Ottawa ON K1A ON5 You can also obtain other information about motor vehicle safety from http www tc gc ca Online Edition for Part no 01 41 2 602 994 08 09 BMW AG 7 Online Edition for Part no 01 41 2 602 994 08 09 BMW AG 5 Online Edition for Part no 01 41 2 602 994 08 09 BMW AG Cockpit Q v Around the steering wheel controls and displays 1 17 1 a for electric rear 5 200 Parking lamps 79 2 ZD Low beams 79 fa A a eel CO ae SrA Automatic headlamp control 79 Ab Adaptive light control 81 3 Folding exterior mirrors in and out 39 High beam assistant 81 4 Adjusting exterior mirrors automatic curb monitor 39 sx Foglamps 82 10 Online Edition for Part no 01 41 2 602 994 08 09 BMW AG Turn signals 50 High beams headlamp flasher 81 High beam a
65. 47 30 2 Insert the screwdriver into the openings on each side to press the clips 3 Remove the control unit 4 Unplug the motor Considerably less effort will be required for manual operation t N 5 Insert the Allen wrench supplied with the onboard vehicle tool kit refer to page 147 into the opening provided Move the glass roof in the desired direction 6 Reinstall the control unit and reattach the lamp cover Sports Wagon Panorama glass roof To prevent injuries exercise care when closing the panorama glass roof and keep Online Edition for Part no 01 41 2 602 994 08 09 BMW AG it in your field of vision until it is shut Take the remote control with you when you leave the car otherwise children could operate the roof and possibly injure themselves 4 i Raising Press the switch The closed roof is raised and the sliding visor opens slightly Do not close the sliding visor forcibly with the roof in the raised position as this would damage the mechanism 4 Opening closing Sliding visor The sliding visor can be opened or closed sep arately when the roof is in the closed or raised position gt Press the switch backwards to the resis tance point The sliding visor opens as long as you keep the switch in this position gt Tap the switch backwards past the resis tance point The sliding visor opens automatically Tap ping the switch again stops the operation You c
66. 5 Third brake lamp refer to Center brake lamp 152 Through loading system 97 Through loading system refer to Expanding the cargo area 99 Tilt alarm sensor 26 Tilt function passenger side mirror 40 190 Tire inflation pressure 119 loss 73 Tire pressure monitoring refer to Flat Tire Monitor 72 Tire Pressure Monitor TPM 73 resetting the system 74 system limitations 74 warning lamp 74 Tire puncture refer to Flat Tire Monitor 73 Tire Quality Grading 132 Tires age 132 133 air loss 74 breaking in 106 changing refer to Changing wheels 153 condition 133 damage 133 inflation pressure 119 labels 132 minimum tread depth 133 new wheels and tires 134 pressure monitoring refer to Flat Tire Monitor 72 pressure monitoring refer to Tire Pressure Monitor TPM 73 puncture 73 replacing 134 run flat 134 size 132 storage 135 tread depth 133 wear indicators refer to Minimum tread depth 133 wheel tire combination refer to Correct wheels and tires 134 winter tires 135 Tools refer to Onboard vehicle tool kit 147 Torque refer to Engine data 174 Tow bar 158 Tow fitting 157 screw thread 158 Tow fittings for tow starting and towing away 157 Towing 157 car with automatic transmission 157 methods 158 Towing and tow starting 157 Tow rope 158 Tow starting 157 159 TPM refer to Tire Pressure Monitor 73 Traction control
67. 53 Car care refer to Care 143 Care 143 automatic car washes 143 care products 143 carpets 145 CD DVD drives 146 chrome parts 144 displays 145 exterior 143 fine wood parts 145 headlamps 144 high pressure washer 143 interior 145 leather 145 light alloy wheels 144 paintwork 144 plastic parts 145 rubber seals 144 safety belts 145 sensors and cameras 145 upholstery and cloth trim 145 washing the car manually 144 windows 144 Cargo securing 110 Cargo area 98 capacity 177 Comfort Access 27 folding up the floor panel 101 lamp refer to Interior lamps 83 opening from inside 23 opening from outside 23 partition net 99 roller cover 98 Cargo area lid refer to Trunk lid tailgate 23 Cargo area net refer to Partition net 99 Cargo loading 109 securing cargo 110 stowing cargo 109 vehicle 109 in X i 181 v 2 Everything from A to Z Car jack jacking points 153 Car key refer to Integrated key remote control 18 Car phone installation location refer to Center armrest 95 refer to separate Owner s Manual Car shampoo 145 Catalytic converter refer to Hot exhaust system 107 Center armrest 95 Center brake lamp replacing bulb 152 Center console refer to Around the center console 14 Central locking from inside 22 from outside 19 Central locking system 19
68. 54 Replacement remote control 18 Replacing bulbs refer to Lamps and bulbs 147 Replacing tires 134 Replacing tires refer to New wheels and tires 134 Reporting safety defects 6 Reserve warning refer to Fuel gauge 62 Restraint systems for children 42 refer to Safety belts 38 Reverse gear automatic transmission with Steptronic 49 manual transmission 48 RME refer to Rapeseed oil methyl ester 115 Roadside Assistance 155 Roadside parking lamps 81 replacing bulbs 148 150 Roadworthiness test refer to Service requirements 65 Roller blind sun blinds 94 Roof load capacity 177 Roof mounted luggage rack 110 Rope refer to Tow starting towing away 158 RSC Runflat System Component refer to Run flat tires 134 Runflat System Component RSC refer to Run flat tires 134 Run flat tires 134 continuing driving with a damaged tire 73 flat tire 73 Flat Tire Monitor 73 new tires 134 replacing 134 tire inflation pressure 119 winter tires 135 S Safety belt height adjustment 38 Safety belts 38 damage 39 indicator warning lamp 39 reminder 39 sitting safely 33 Safety systems airbags 77 Antilock Brake System ABS 70 brake system 70 driving stability control systems 70 Dynamic Stability Control DSC 70 safety belts 38 Safety tires refer to Run flat tires 134 Saving fuel 106 Screw thread for tow fitting 158 Seat adjus
69. 54 Online Edition for Part no 01 41 2 602 994 08 09 BMW AG Giving and receiving assistance Emergency Request Conditions for an Emergency Request gt Full preparation package mobile phone this equipment makes it possible to send an Emergency Request even if no mobile phone is paired with the vehicle gt BMW Assist is activated Activating BMW Assist refer to separate Owner s Manual gt Radio readiness is on gt The BMW Assist system is logged on toa mobile phone network gt The Emergency Request system is opera ble Once your service contract for BMW Assist expires the BMW Assist system can be deacti vated by a BMW center without you having to visit a workshop Once the BMW Assist system has been deactivated Emergency Requests are not possible The BMW Assist system can be reactivated by a BMW center after a new contract has been signed Sending an Emergency Request 1 Briefly press the cover flap to open ey 7 SOS 2 Press the SOS button until the LED in the button lights up As soon as the voice connection to the BMW Assist Response Center has been established the LED flashes Once the BMW Assist Response Center has received your Emergency Request the BMW Assist Response Center contacts you and takes further steps to help you Even if you are unable to respond the BMW Assist Response Center will be able to initiate further steps to assist you under certain conditions If
70. 70 Rear 255 35 R 18 90 W 42 290 46 320 Front 225 40 R 18 88 Y 36 250 36 250 Rear 255 35 R 18 90 Y 42 290 42 290 Front 225 35 R 19 88 Y XL 39 270 39 270 Rear 255 30 R 19 91 Y XL 46 320 46 320 130 Online Edition for Part no 01 41 2 602 994 08 09 BMW AG Tire size Pressure specifications in psi kPa Traveling speeds Traveling speeds up to a max of including those 100 mph 160 km h exceeding 100 mph 160 km h All pressure specifications in the table are indicated in psi kilopascal with cold tires ha tio je to Cold ambient temperature TE TT With Sport Package 205 55 R 16 91 H M S 225 50 R 16 92 H M S 32 220 39 270 38 260 45 310 225 50 R 16 92 W 225 45 R 17 91 H M S 225 45R17 91 W 33 230 41 280 41 280 48 330 225 45 R 17 94 V M S XL 35 240 42 290 42 1290 49 340 Front 225 45 R 17 91 V 33 230 41 280 Rear 255 40 R 17 94 V 36 250 45 310 Front 225 40 R 18 88 W 36 250 42 290 Rear 255 35 R 18 90 W 42 290 49 340 Front 225 40 R 18 88 Y 36 250 38 260 Rear 255 35 R 18 90 Y 42 290 45 310 Front 225 35 R 19 88 Y XL 39 270 42 290 Rear 255 30 R 19 91 Y XL 46 320 49 340 More details on the permissible load and weights can be found on page 177 gt o 131 Online Edition for Part no 01 41 2 602 994 08 09 BMW AG Wheels and tires Tire identification marks Knowledge of the labeling on the side of the tire makes it easier to
71. BMW to ensure optimum performance when installed on your vehicle BMW warrants these parts to be free from defects in material and workmanship BMW will not accept any liability for damage resulting from installation of parts and accesso ries not approved by BMW BMW cannot test every product made by other manufacturers to verify if it can be used on a BMW safely and without risk to either the vehi cle its operation or its occupants Original BMW Parts BMW Accessories and other products approved by BMW together with professional advice on using these items are available from all BMW centers Installation and operation of accessories not approved by BMW such as alarms radios amplifiers radar detectors wheels suspension components brake dust shields telephones including operation of any mobile phone from within the vehicle without using an externally mounted antenna or transceiver equipment for instance CBs walkie talkies ham radio or sim ilar accessories may cause extensive damage to the vehicle compromise its safety interfere with the vehicle s electrical system or affect the validity of the BMW Limited Warranty See your BMW center for additional information 4 HR Maintenance replacement or repair of the emission control devices and sys tems may be performed by any automotive repair establishment or individual using any cer tified automotive part 4 California Proposition 65 warning Califor
72. Comfort Access 26 hotel function 24 setting unlocking characteristics 19 Changes technical refer to For your own safety 5 Changing bulbs refer to Lamps and bulbs 147 Changing wheels 153 Chassis number refer to Engine compartment 137 Check Control 67 Child restraint fixing system LATCH 43 Child restraint systems 42 Child safety locks 45 Child seats refer to Transporting children safely 42 Chrome parts 145 Chrome polish 145 Cigarette lighter refer to Lighter 96 Cleaning headlamps 52 washer fluid 53 Cleaning your BMW refer to Care 143 182 Clock 61 12h 24h format 64 setting time 67 Closing from inside 22 from outside 19 Clothes hooks 95 Cockpit 10 Cold start refer to Starting the engine 47 Combined instrument refer to Instrument cluster 12 Comfort Access 26 replacing the battery 28 Comfort access refer to Comfort Access 26 Comfort area refer to Around the center console 14 Compartment for remote control refer to Ignition lock 46 Compass 93 Computer 63 Condensation refer to When the vehicle is parked 109 Condition Based Service CBS 141 Configuring settings refer to Personal Profile 18 Confirmation signals for locking unlocking the vehicle 20 Connecting vacuum cleaner refer to Connecting electrical appliances 96 Consumption refer to Average consumption 63 Consumption display average consumption 63 Energy Control 62 Controls and
73. D drives FN Do not use a cleaning CD as it may dam age parts of the drive lt 4 Vehicle storage If your vehicle is to be decommissioned for longer than three months your BMW center or a workshop that operates according to BMW specifications will be glad to advise you 146 Online Edition for Part no 01 41 2 602 994 08 09 BMW AG Replacing components Onboard vehicle tool kit The onboard vehicle tool kit is stored in a com partment on the right hand side of the cargo area Remove the cover Sports Wagon A The onboard vehicle tool kit is stored in a com partment on the left hand side underneath the cargo area floor panel Wiper blades AMA kA 1 Fold out the wiper arm and hold it 2 Press together the locking spring arrows 1 and fold out the wiper blade arrow 2 3 Take the wiper blade out of the catch mech anism pulling the blade toward the front To avoid damage make sure that the wiper arms are against the windshield before you open the engine compartment 4 Sports Wagon changing rear wiper blade 1 Fold up the wiper arm 2 Pull off the wiper blade see arrow 3 Insert the new wiper blade and press it on until it audibly engages Lamps and bulbs Lamps and bulbs make an essential contribu tion to vehicle safety They should therefore be handled carefully BMW recommends hav ing your BMW center perform any work that you do not feel competent to perform yourself or that is not
74. Gasoline engine required fuel Do not refuel with leaded fuel otherwise the catalytic converter will be damaged Do not fill the tank with E85 i e fuel containing 85 ethanol nor with FlexFuel Otherwise the engine and fuel supply system will be dam aged lt Super Premium Gasoline AKI 91 This gasoline is highly recommended However you may also use gasoline with less AKI The minimum AKI Rating is gt 323i 328i xDrive 87 gt 335i xDrive 89 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 Do not use any gasoline below the speci fied minimum fuel grade Otherwise the engine could be damaged lt 4 Use high quality brands Field experience has indicated significant dif ferences in fuel quality volatility composition additives etc among gasolines offered for sale in the United States and Canada Fuels contain ing up to and including 10 ethanol or other oxygenates with up to 2 8 oxygen by weight that is 15 MTBE or 3 methanol plus an equivalent amount of cosolvent will not void the applicable warranties with respect to defects in materials or workmanship The use of poor quality fuels may result in drivability starting and stalling problems especially under certain environmental condi tions such as high ambient temperature and high altitude Should you encounter drivabi
75. Owner s Manual for Vehicle O Ore nte nts A Z The Ultimate Driving Machine Online Edition for Part no 01 41 2 602 994 08 09 BMW AG Online Edition for Part no 01 41 2 602 994 08 09 BMW AG 323i Owner s Manual for Vehicle 328i Congratulations and thank you for choosing a BMW 328i xDrive Thorough familiarity with your vehicle will provide you with 335i enhanced control and security when you drive it We therefore 335i xDrive have this request M3 Please take the time to read this Owner s Manual and familiarize yourself with the information that we have compiled for you before starting off in your new vehicle It contains important data 335d and instructions intended to assist you in gaining maximum use and satisfaction from your BMW s unique range of technical fea tures The manual also contains information on maintenance designed to enhance operating safety and contribute to main taining the value of your BMW throughout an extended service life This manual is supplemented by a Service and Warranty Informa tion Booklet for US models or a Warranty and Service Guide Booklet for Canadian models We wish you an enjoyable driving experience BMW Group BMW recommends Castrol Online Edition for Part no 01 41 2 602 994 08 09 BMW AG 2009 Bayerische Motoren Werke Aktiengesellschaft Munich Germany Reprinting including excerpts only with the written consent of BMW AG Munich US English VIII
76. Standard child restraint systems are designed to be secured with a lap belt or with the lap belt section of a lap and shoulder belt Incorrectly or improperly installed child restraint systems can increase the risk of injury to children Always follow the installation instructions for the system with the greatest care On the front passenger seat After installing a child restraint system on the front passenger seat make sure that the front and side airbags for the front passen ger are deactivated otherwise there is an increased risk of injury if the airbags deploy 4 Seat position Before installing a child restraint system move the front passenger seat as far back and up as possible to obtain the best possible position for the belt Do not change the seat position after this Backrest width The backrest width of the front passenger EN seat must be at its widest possible set ting Do not change the setting after installing the child seat Otherwise the child seat s stabil ity on the front passenger seat is limited lt 4 1 Adjust the backrest width to its widest set ting refer to page 35 2 Install the child seat Online Edition for Part no 01 41 2 602 994 08 09 BMW AG Child seat security al The rear safety belts and the front passenger safety belt can be prevented from being pulled out in order to fasten child restraint systems To lock the safety belt 1 Secure the child restraint system with the be
77. TC indicator warning lamp 71 E EBV Electronic brake force distribution 70 Electrical malfunction door lock 22 driver s door 22 fuel filler flap 114 glass roof 30 panorama glass roof 32 trunk lid 24 Electric seat adjustment 34 Electric steering wheel lock With Comfort Access 27 Electronic brake force distribution EBV 70 Electronic oil level check 138 Electronic Stability Program ESP refer to Dynamic Stability Control DSC 70 Emergency actuation automatic transmission refer to Overriding selector lever lock 50 Emergency operation fuel filler flap manual release 114 Emergency operation refer to Closing manually glass roof 30 panorama glass roof 32 Emergency operation refer to Manual operation door lock 22 Emergency release trunk lid from inside 24 Emergency Request 155 Emergency services refer to Roadside Assistance 155 Energy saving saving fuel 106 Energy conscious driving refer to Energy Control 62 Energy Control 62 Engine breaking in 106 data 174 overheated refer to Coolant temperature 62 speed 174 starting 47 starting Comfort Access 26 switching off 47 Engine compartment 137 Engine coolant refer to Coolant 139 v oO 2 2 183 O Everything from A to Z Engine oil adding 139 alternative oil types 139 BMW Maintenance System 141 capacity 178 checking level 137 dipst
78. Traction Control DTC DTC is a version of DSC in which the drive out put is optimized for particular road conditions e g unplowed snow covered roads The sys tem assures the maximal drive output but with reduced driving stability It is therefore neces sary to drive with appropriate caution You may find it useful to briefly activate DTC under the following special circumstances Online Edition for Part no 01 41 2 602 994 08 09 BMW AG gt When driving uphill on snow covered roads in slush or on unplowed snow covered roads gt When rocking a stuck vehicle free or start ing off in deep snow or on loose ground gt When driving with snow chains Activating DTC Press the button the indicator lamps for DTC in the instrument cluster come on For better control 7N Ifthe indicator lamp flashes A DTC is regulating the drive and brak ing forces DTC If the indicator lamps are on DTC DTC has been activated Deactivating DTC Press the button again the DTC indicator lamps in the instrument cluster go out xDrive xDrive is your BMW s four wheel drive system The combined efforts of xDrive and DSC help to further optimize traction and driving dynamics The xDrive four wheel drive system distributes driving power variably to the front and rear axles depending on the driving situation and road conditions Hill Descent Control HDC HDC is a downhill driving assistant that controls your speed on
79. ag easier to reach Controls 4 Insert the latch plate of the ski bag s retain ing strap in the center belt buckle Only place clean skis in the ski bag Wrap sharp edges to prevent damage Securing cargo After loading secure the ski bag and its con tents Tighten the retaining strap on the ten sioning buckle for this purpose 101 Online Edition for Part no 01 41 2 602 994 08 09 BMW AG ior accessories Practical inter Secure the ski bag in the manner described otherwise it could endanger the car s occupants e g in case of heavy brak ing or sudden swerving 4 To store the ski bag perform the steps described for loading in reverse order Removing the ski bag The ski bag can be completely removed e g for faster drying or to allow you to use other inserts 1 Fold down the center panel in the rear seat backrest 2 Pull the handle arrow 1 3 Pull out the insert arrow 2 gt For more information on the various inserts available contact your BMW cen ter lt 4 102 Online Edition for Part no 01 41 2 602 994 08 09 BMW AG Controls 103 Online Edition for Part no 01 41 2 602 994 08 09 BMW AG Online Edition for Part no 01 41 2 602 994 08 09 BMW AG Driving tips This section provides you with information useful in dealing with specific driving and operating conditions Online Edition for Part no 01 41 2 602 994 08 09 BMW AG Things t
80. ain sensor the time between wipes is controlled automatically and depends on the intensity of the rainfall The rain sensor is mounted on the windshield directly in front of the interior rearview mirror Activating intermittent wipe or rain sensor Press the button arrow 3 The LED in the but ton lights up Setting speed for intermittent wipe or sensitivity of the rain sensor Turn thumbwheel 5 up or down Deactivating intermittent wipe or rain sensor Press the button again arrow 3 The LED goes out Deactivate the rain sensor before enter ing an automatic car wash Failure to do so could result in damage caused by undesired wiper activation 4 Cleaning windshield and headlamps Pull the lever arrow 4 Washer fluid is sprayed onto the windshield and the wipers are operated for a short time When the vehicle lighting system is switched on the headlamps are cleaned at regular and appropriate intervals Do not use the washers if there is any danger that the fluid will freeze on the 52 windshield If you do your vision could be obscured Antifreeze should therefore be added to the fluid refer to Washer fluid Do not use the washers when the washer fluid reservoir is empty otherwise you will damage the washer pump 4 Windshield washer nozzles The windshield washer nozzles are heated automatically while the engine is running or the ignition is switched on Sports Wagon rear window wiper Se TP 1 Inte
81. air in your direction for instance if it has become too hot in the car Draft free ventilation Adjust the vents to let the air flow past you Microfilter The microfilter removes dust and pollen from the incoming air The microfilter is changed by your BMW center during routine maintenance work Online Edition for Part no 01 41 2 602 994 08 09 BMW AG Automatic climate control AUTO _ aS Seat heating left side 37 Air distribution manual Temperature left side Maximum cooling AUTO program Air volume manual adjustment AUTO intensity OO O BB N 7 Automatic recirculated air control AUC Recirculated air mode Comfortable interior climate AUTO program 5 offers the ideal air distribution and air volume for almost all conditions refer to AUTO program below All you need to do is select an interior temperature which is comfort able for you The following sections inform you in detail about how to adjust the settings Most settings are stored for the remote control currently in use refer also to Personal Profile settings on page 18 Adjusting air distribution manually The air distribution can be switched on and off manually The air is directed to the windshield to the upper body area and to the footwell The automatic air distribution can be switched back on by pressing the AUTO button The cooling function is switched on automatically and the manual air distribution setting is c
82. an close the sliding visor in a similar man ner by pressing the switch forwards Panorama glass roof When the sliding visor is open proceed as described under Sliding visor For information on Convenient operation via the remote control or door lock refer to page 20 or 22 Opening and closing the roof and sliding visor at the same time Tap the switch twice in quick succession beyond the resistance point Tapping the switch again stops the operation Convenience functions gt With the roof open press the switch twice The roof is raised gt With the roof open tap the switch twice in the direction for opening The roof is opened fully Comfort position In the comfort position the roof is not com pletely open thus reducing wind noise in the passenger compartment Each time the panorama glass roof is opened or closed completely it stops in the comfort posi tion If desired continue the movement by pressing the switch After switching off the ignition When the remote control is removed or the igni tion is switched off you can still operate the roof for approx 1 minute as long as no door has been opened Pinch protection system If the panorama glass roof or the sliding visor encounters an obstruction while closing from a position about two thirds closed or during closing from the raised position the closing movement is interrupted and the panorama glass roof and the sliding visor are opened again
83. area F or to the footwell 4 4 Intermedi ate settings are possible Recirculated air mode If the air outside the car has an unpleasant odor or contains pollut ants shut off the supply to the interior of the car temporarily The system then recirculates the air currently within the vehicle You can also activate deactivate the recircu lated air mode by means of a button on the steering wheel refer to page 11 If condensation starts to form on the EN inside window surfaces during operation in the recirculated air mode you should switch it off while also increasing the air volume as required The recirculated air mode should not be used continuously for lengthy periods otherwise the quality of the air inside the car will gradually deteriorate 4 Air volume Turn to adjust the air volume The higher the volume the more effec tive the heating or cooling will be 4 Cooling function 5 Temperature 6 Rear window defroster The air volume may be reduced or the blower may be switched off entirely to save on battery power Switching the system on off Set any desired air volume to switch on the air conditioner Turn the air volume rotary switch to 0 The blower and air conditioner are completely switched off and the air supply is cut off gt The outside air supply is blocked when the air conditioner is switched off If the air quality deteriorates or the window fogs over switch the system back on and incre
84. ase the air volume 4 Switching cooling function on off Gea The cooling function cools and M dehumidifies the incoming air S before reheating it according to the temperature setting This function is only available while the engine is running The cooling function helps prevent condensa tion on the windows or removes it quickly Depending on the weather the windshield may fog over briefly when the engine is started 85 Online Edition for Part no 01 41 2 602 994 08 09 BMW AG Controls Climate Rear window defroster The defroster is switched off auto matically after a certain time Depending on your vehicle s equipment the upper wires serve as an antenna and are not part of the rear win dow defroster Temperature To increase the temperature turn the rotary switch clockwise towards red For a lower temperature turn the rotary switch counterclockwise towards blue Defrosting windows and removing condensation Air distribution 1 in position W Deactivate recirculated air mode 2 Air volume control 3 all the way to the right Switch on cooling function 4 Temperature 5 to the right red HER Switch on rear window defroster 6 to defrost the rear window 86 Ventilation 1 Use the thumbwheels to smoothly open and close the air vents Use the lever to change the direction of the airflow Ventilation for cooling Adjust the vent outlets to direct the flow of cool
85. at a somewhat higher engine speed is neces sary to achieve the accustomed performance Also noises may be heard and a slight amount of smoke may emerge from the exhaust even 107 Online Edition for Part no 01 41 2 602 994 08 09 BMW AG Things to remember when driving for a short period after the engine is switched off Hydroplaning When driving on wet or slushy roads reduce road speed If you do not awedge of water can form between tires and road sur face This situation known as hydroplaning means that the tire can completely lose contact with the road surface so that neither the car can be steered nor the brake be properly applied 4 The risk of hydroplaning increases with declin ing tread depth on the tires refer also to Mini mum tread depth on page 133 Driving through water Drive through water on the road only if it is not deeper than 1 ft 30 cm and then only at walking speed at the most Otherwise the vehicle s engine the electrical systems and the transmission may be damaged 4 Use the parking brake on inclines On inclines do not hold the vehicle for a lengthy period using the clutch use the parking brake instead Otherwise greater clutch wear will result For more information about the drive off assis tant refer to page 72 Braking safely Your BMW is equipped with ABS as a standard feature Applying the brakes fully is the most effective way of braking in situations in which thi
86. automatic transmission 48 Computer 63 Date of next scheduled service and remaining distance to be driven 65 Odometer and trip odometer 61 High beam assistant 81 Initializing the Flat Tire Monitor 72 Resetting the Tire Pressure Monitor 74 Checking engine oil level 137 Settings and information 64 There is a Check Control message 67 9 Fuelgauge 62 10 Resetting the trip odometer 61 Online Edition for Part no 01 41 2 602 994 08 09 BMW AG Indicator and warning lamps The concept Indicator and warning lamps can light up in a variety of combinations and colors Several of the lamps are checked for proper functioning and light up temporarily when the engine is started or the ignition is switched on What to do in case of a malfunction A list of all indicator and warning lamps as well as notes on possible causes of malfunctions and on how to respond can be found starting on page 160 13 Online Edition for Part no 01 41 2 602 994 08 09 BMW AG Ataglance Cockpi Around the center console controls and displays 14 Online Edition for Part no 01 41 2 602 994 08 09 BMW AG Microphone for telephone in hands free mode y N SOS initiating an Emergency Request call 155 nma Reading lamps 83 3 4 Glass roof panorama glass roof 30 l 5 Interiorlamps 83 6 Passenger airbag status lamp 78 12 Py 7 Hazard warning flashers 8 Dynamic Traction Control DTC 7
87. can be found on page 177 124 Online Edition for Part no 01 41 2 602 994 08 09 BMW AG Sedan tire inflation pressures for the 335i Tire size Pressure specifications in psi kPa Traveling speeds Traveling speeds up to a max of including those 100 mph 160 km h exceeding 100 mph 160 km h All pressure specifications in the table are indicated in psi kilopascal with cold tires th t tio th t tin Cold ambient temperature Without Sport Package 6 fi 35 240 42 290 39 270 46 320 225 45 R 17 94 V M S XL 36 250 44 300 41 280 48 330 Front 225 45 R 17 91 V 35 240 39 270 Rear 255 40 R 17 94 V 38 260 42 290 Front 225 40 R 18 88 W 35 240 39 270 Rear 255 35 R 18 90 W 42 290 46 320 Front 225 40 R 18 88 Y 35 240 35 240 Rear 255 35 R 18 90 Y 42 290 42 290 Front 225 35 R 19 88 Y XL 41 280 41 280 Rear 255 30 R 19 91 Y XL 48 330 48 330 With Sport Package ne 4 oe 35 240 42 290 42 290 49 340 225 45 R17 94 V M S XL 36 250 44 300 44 300 51 350 Front 225 45 R 17 91 V 35 240 42 290 Rear 255 40 R 17 94 V 38 260 46 320 x Front 225 40 R 18 88 W 35 240 44 300 Rear 255 35 R 18 90 W 42 290 51 350 8 Front 225 40 R 18 88 Y 35 240 39 270 Rear 255 35 R 18 90 Y 42 290 46 320 Front 225 35 R 19 88 Y XL 41 280 44 300 Rear 255 30 R 19 91 Y XL 48 330 51 350 More details on the permissible load and weights can be found on page 177 1
88. ce any items in good time if nec essary Sedan GY The first aid pouch is located on the right hand side of the cargo area in a storage area Sports Wagon P The first aid pouch is located in the cargo area behind the left hand trim panel Warning triangle Sedan The warning triangle is located in a holder in the trunk lid Press the tabs to take it out 156 Sports Wagon Ti The warning triangle is located behind the left hand trim panel in the cargo area Press the tab to take it out Jump starting If the car s own battery is flat your BMW s engine can be started by connecting two jumper cables to another vehicle s battery You can also use the same method to help start another vehicle Only use jumper cables with fully insulated clamp handles Do not touch any electrically live parts when the engine is running or a fatal acci dent may occur Carefully adhere to the follow ing sequence both to prevent damage to one or both vehicles and to guard against possible personal injuries 4 Preparation 1 Check whether the battery of the other vehicle has a voltage of 12 volts and approximately the same capacitance in Ah This information can be found on the bat tery 2 Switch off the engine of the assisting vehi cle 3 Switch off any consumers in both vehicles There must not be any contact between the bodies of the two vehicles otherwise there is a danger of shorting 4 Online Edition f
89. ch a seat adjustment switch or one of the memory buttons Safety feature 1 Close the driver s door and switch the igni tion on or off refer to page 46 2 Press the desired memory button 1 or 2 and keep it pressed until the adjustment process has been completed If the MB button was pressed accidentally Press the button again the LED goes out 37 Online Edition for Part no 01 41 2 602 994 08 09 BMW AG Adjustments Call up with the remote control The driver s seat position last set is stored for the remote control currently in use You can select whether or not the seat is reset to that position automatically When this Personal Profile function is used first make sure that the footwell behind the driver s seat is free of obstacles Failure to do so could cause injury to persons or damage to objects as a result of a rearward movement of the seat 4 The adjusting procedure is halted immediately when you touch a seat adjustment switch or one of the memory buttons Activating deactivating automatic call up For operating principle refer to page 64 1 Lightly push button 1 in the turn indicator lever up or down repeatedly until the sym bol appears in the display accompanied by the word SET 2 Press button 2 3 Lightly push button 1 in the turn indicator lever down repeatedly until the symbol appears in the display 4 Press button 2 38 5 Use button 1 to select gt of Call u
90. ch on the ignition refer to page 46 2 Lightly push button 1 in the turn indicator lever up or down repeatedly until the sym bol appears in the display accompanied by the word SET A lt 1 L EN 1 4 e 3 Press button 2 4 Lightly push button 1 in the turn indicator lever down repeatedly until the symbol appears in the display E 5 Press button 2 6 Use button 1 to select gt 1x Turn signals flash once gt 3x Triple turn signal 7 Press button 2 The setting is stored for the remote control currently in use Wiper system Controls 1 Switching on wipers 2 Switching off wipers or brief wipe 3 Activating deactivating intermittent wipe or rain sensor 4 Cleaning windshield and headlamps 5 Setting speed for intermittent wipe or sen sitivity of the rain sensor Switching on wipers Press the lever upward arrow 1 The lever automatically returns to its initial posi tion when released Normal wiper speed Press once The system switches to operation in the inter mittent mode when the vehicle is stationary Fast wiper speed Press twice or press beyond the resistance point The system switches to normal speed when the vehicle is stationary 51 Online Edition for Part no 01 41 2 602 994 08 09 BMW AG iving Dr Intermittent wipe or rain sensor If the car is not equipped with a rain sensor the intermittent wipe time is a preset If the car is equipped with a r
91. ch the lamp cover Online Edition for Part no 01 41 2 602 994 08 09 BMW AG Adjustments Sitting safely The ideal sitting position can make a vital con tribution to relaxed fatigue free driving In con junction with the safety belts the head restraints and the airbags the seated position has a major influence on your safety in the event of an accident To ensure that the safety sys tems operate with optimal efficiency we strongly urge you to observe the instructions contained in the following section For additional information on transporting chil dren safely refer to page 42 Airbags Always maintain an adequate distance between yourself and the airbags Always grip the steering wheel on the rim with your hands in the 3 o clock and 9 o clock positions to minimize the risk of injury to the hands or arms in the event of the airbag being triggered off No one and nothing should come between the airbags and the seat occupant Do not use the cover of the front airbag on the front passenger side as a storage area Make sure that the front passenger is sitting correctly e g not resting feet or legs on the dashboard otherwise leg injuries can occur if the front air bag deploys Make sure that passengers keep their heads away from the side airbag and do not lean against the cover of the head airbag otherwise serious injuries can result if the airbag deploys 4 Even if you follow all the instructions injuries r
92. checked for proper functioning and light up temporarily when the engine is started or the ignition is switched on 67 Online Edition for Part no 01 41 2 602 994 08 09 BMW AG Controls overview indicates that Check Control messages have been stored These Check Control messages can be viewed again later refer to page 68 What to do in case of a malfunction The meaning of each lamp in the event of a mal function and tips on how to respond are listed starting on page 160 Hiding Check Control messages TT 7 Press the button on the turn indicator lever gt Some Check Control messages are dis played continuously and remain visible until the malfunction has been rectified If several malfunctions occur at once the messages are displayed consecutively These messages can be hidden for approx 8 seconds After this they are displayed again automatically gt Other Check Control messages are hidden automatically after approx 20 seconds They are stored and can be displayed again later 68 Displaying stored Check Control messages ur 5 fe 5 gt CHECK CONTROL 1 Push button 1 in the turn indicator lever up or down repeatedly until the appropriate symbol appears in the display accompa nied by the words CHECK CONTROL 2 Press button 2 CHECK OK appears if there are no Check Control messages If a Check Control message has been stored the corresponding lamp comes on 3 Push b
93. checked without delay 4 5 The oil level sensor is defective Do not add engine oil You can continue your journey Note the newly calculated dis tance remaining to the next oil service refer to page 65 Have the system checked as soon as possible Online Edition for Part no 01 41 2 602 994 08 09 BMW AG Adding engine oil s p Add a maximum of 1 US quart 1 liter of engine oil no earlier than when the following warning lamp lights up in the instrument cluster or if the car has a gasoline engine when the oil level monitor shows 1qt or 11 or if the car has a diesel engine when the oil level has dropped to just above the lower marking on the dipstick refer to page 137 t Add oil within the next 125 miles 200 km otherwise the engine could be dam aged lt 4 Keep oils greases etc out of the reach of children and comply with the relevant warnings on the containers Otherwise health hazards may result 4 Oil change Have oil changed only at your BMW center or at a workshop that works according to BMW repair procedures with correspondingly trained personnel Oil types FN Do not use oil additives as this could result in engine damage 4 Specified engine oils Your service center can advise you on which engine oils have been approved by the manu facturer of your vehicle The engine oil quality is critical for the life of the engine Approved oils can be identified by the following specif
94. ckers etc gt If the sensor is dirty Clean the sensor on the front of the interior rearview mirror using 82 a cloth moistened with a small amount of glass cleaner Fog lamps The parking lamps or low beams must gD be switched on for the fog lamps to operate The green indicator lamp in the instrument cluster lights up whenever the fog lamps are on The fog lamps are switched off while you acti vate the headlamp flasher or switch on the high beams gt If the automatic headlamp control is acti vated the low beams will come on auto matically when you switch on the fog lamps 4 Instrument lighting You can adjust the brightness of the instrument lighting only when the parking lamps or the low beams are switched on LL LL lsisisislal gt SET 1 Push button 1 up or down repeatedly until the appropriate symbol appears in the dis play accompanied by the brightness set ting and scale the word SET 2 Press button 2 Online Edition for Part no 01 41 2 602 994 08 09 BMW AG hA Li L isisisials min max 3 Push button 1 up or down to select the desired brightness level 4 Press button 2 The display again shows the outside tem perature and the time Interior lamps The interior lamps the footwell lamps entry lamps cargo area lamp and courtesy lamps are controlled automatically The LEDs for the courtesy lamps are set in the door handles and illuminate the ground in fr
95. could be damaged 4 43 Online Edition for Part no 01 41 2 602 994 08 09 BMW AG Transporting children safely Sedan oo There are three additional anchors for child restraint systems with tether straps see arrows Sports Wagon TOC There are three additional anchors under a cover for child restraint systems with tether straps see arrows Placement of the tether strap Make sure the upper retaining strap does EN not run over sharp edges andis not twisted as it passes to the top anchor Other wise the strap will not properly secure the child restraint system in the event of an accident 4 44 Sedan In d 6 7 f 5 Sports Wagon Direction of travel Head restraint Hook for upper retaining strap Anchor Rear window shelf cargo area floor Seat backrest NO oO BB N Upper retaining strap of child restraint sys tem Fold the anchors and if necessary the head restraints upward before use 1 Push the head restraint upward 2 Guide the upper retaining strap between the head restraint holders Online Edition for Part no 01 41 2 602 994 08 09 BMW AG 3 Use the hook to clip the retaining strap to the anchor 4 Push the head restraint into its lowermost position 5 Pull the retaining strap taut On journeys Child safety locks for rear doors A Slide down the safety lever on the rear door The door can now be opened from the outside only Safet
96. d Consult your BMW center for more information Snow chains must be mounted in pairs and on the rear wheels only Observe the manufac turer s instructions when mounting snow chains Do not exceed a speed of 30 mph or 50 km h gt Do not initialize the Flat Tire Monitor if _ snow chains are mounted otherwise the instrument might issue an incorrect reading When driving with snow chains you may find it helpful to activate DTC temporarily refer to page 70 4 gt 2 135 Online Edition for Part no 01 41 2 602 994 08 09 BMW AG Under the hood Under the hood Do not work on the car unless you pos A sess the necessary technical knowledge If you are unfamiliar with the statutory guide lines have any work on the vehicle performed only by a BMW center or by a workshop that work according to BMW repair procedures with correspondingly trained personnel If this work is not carried out properly there is a danger of subsequent damage and related safety haz ards lt 4 Hood Releasing Pull the lever Opening FFs N In order to avoid damage make sure that the wiper arms are against the windshield before you open the hood Do not open the engine hood before the engine has cooled down otherwise injuries may result 4 Press the release handle and open the hood 136 Closing Let the hood drop from a height of approx 10 in 25 cm It must be clearly heard to engage Make sure that t
97. d tree sap or 144 bird droppings to prevent damage to the paint work Repairing paintwork damage m Immediately repair scratches or similar damage such as that caused by stones hitting the vehicle where necessary to prevent rusting 4 BMW recommends having paintwork damage repaired by a professional paint repair work shop according to BMW specifications using original BMW paint materials Preservation A preservation treatment is necessary when water no longer beads off the clean paintwork surface Only use products for paintwork pres ervation that contain carnauba or synthetic waxes Rubber seals Treat only with water or rubber care products Do not use silicon containing care prod ucts on rubber seals otherwise noise and damage could occur 4 Chrome parts Carefully clean vehicle parts such as the radia tor grill door handles or window frames with copious quantities of water and a shampoo additive especially when roads are treated with deicing salt For additional treatment use a chrome polish Light alloy wheels For technical reasons dust is generated during braking that is deposited on the light alloy wheels Remove the dust regularly using acid free rim cleaner Do not use aggressive acidic strongly EN alkaline and abrasive cleaning agents or steam jets over 140 F 60 C otherwise dam age may occur 4 Online Edition for Part no 01 41 2 602 994 08 09 BMW AG Outside sens
98. d endanger themselves and or other persons by opening the doors for example 4 The rear center seat is not suitable for installing child restraint systems for all age groups approved for the age group in question Children always in the rear Accident research has shown that the safest place for children is on the rear seat Children under the age of 13 or smaller than 5 ft 150 cm may be transported only in the rear in suitable child restraint systems appropriate for their age weight and size Oth erwise there is an increased risk of injury in the event of an accident lt 4 Children 13 years of age or older must be buck led in with a safety belt as soon as there no longer is any child restraint system that is appropriate for their age size and weight Exception for front passenger seat Should it be necessary to use a child restraint system on the front passenger seat the front and side airbags for the front pas senger must be deactivated Otherwise a child traveling on that seat will face a significant risk of injury if the airbags are triggered off even with a child restraint system 4 For more information on automatic deactivation of the front passenger airbags refer to page 77 Installing child restraint systems Observe the child restraint system manu facturer s instructions when selecting installing and using child restraint systems Otherwise the protective effect may be dimin ished lt 4 42
99. d gov ernment test course For example a tire graded 150 would wear one and one half 1 1 2 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 how ever and may depart significantly from the norm due to variations in driving habits service practices and differences in road characteris tics 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 sur faces 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 cor nering hydroplaning or peak traction charac teristics 4 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 Online Edition for Part no 01 41 2 602 994 08 09 BMW AG heat when tested under controlled conditions on a specified indoor laboratory test wheel Sustained high temperature can cause the material of the tire to degenerate and reduce tire life and excessive temperature can lead to sudden tire failure The grade C corresponds to a level of performance which all passenger car tires must meet u
100. d with to main tain the distance setting selected If the vehicle ahead speeds up or when the lane ahead becomes clear your vehicle will accelerate to the speed you have selected by increasing the throttle setting and shifting gears automatically or by the driver as needed Your selected speed will be held when driving downhill too Since this active cruise control system is a new technology and operates differently from con ventional cruise control systems which you may be accustomed to you are strongly urged to read all of the pages relating to this system before use Pay special attention to the System limitations section beginning on page 59 Braking sensation gt Ifyou step on the brake pedal while the sys tem is braking pedal sensation will be slightly different from the usual gt Possible noises during automatic braking are normal Manual transmission You can shift gears while cruise control is acti vated The system is deactivated when you drive at very low engine speeds for an extended period Range of applications The minimum desired speed is 20 mph or 30 km h the maximum desired speed is 110 mph or 180 km h As with conventional cruise control sys tems active cruise control in no way diminishes or substitutes for the driver s own personal responsibility alertness and aware ness in adjusting speed braking or otherwise controlling the vehicle The driver should decide when to use the system
101. data in the remote control Your vehicle continuously stores service requirement information in the remote control while you are driving Your BMW Service Advi sor can read out this data from the remote con trol unit and propose an optimized mainte nance approach Whenever you take your car in for servicing you should therefore hand your BMW Service Advisor the remote control unit that you last used Make sure that the date in the instrument cluster is always set correctly refer to page 67 otherwise the effectiveness of Condi tion Based Service CBS is not assured 4 Service and Warranty Information Booklet for US models and Warranty and Service Guide Booklet for Canadian models Please consult your Service and Warranty Infor mation Booklet for US models and Warranty and Service Guide Booklet for Canadian models for additional information on service require ments gt BMW recommends that you have service and repair operations performed at your BMW center Take the time to ensure that these service pro cedures are confirmed by entries in your vehi cle s Service and Warranty Information Booklet for US models and Warranty and Service Guide Booklet for Canadian models These entries verify that your vehicle has received the speci fied regular maintenance 4 141 Online Edition for Part no 01 41 2 602 994 08 09 BMW AG gt G Maintenance Socket for Onboard Diagnosis OBD On the driver
102. der to allow the discharged battery to recharge 3 Let the engines run for a few minutes 4 Disconnect the jumper cables by reversing the above connecting sequence If necessary have the battery checked and recharged gt Never use spray fluids to start the engine 4 Tow starting towing away Observe the applicable laws and regula tions for tow starting and towing vehi cles Do not transport any passengers other than the driver in a vehicle that is being towed 4 Using a tow fitting The screw in tow fitting must always be carried in the car It can be screwed in at the front or rear of the BMW Sedan it is stored in the onboard vehicle tool kit underneath the cover on the right hand side of the cargo area refer to page 147 gt o Sports Wagon it is stored in the onboard vehi cle tool kit underneath the cover on the left hand side of the cargo area refer to page 147 Use only the tow fitting provided with the vehicle and screw it all the way in Use the tow fitting for towing on paved roads only Avoid lateral loading of the tow fitting e g do not lift 157 Online Edition for Part no 01 41 2 602 994 08 09 BMW AG istance iving and receiving ass G the vehicle by the tow fitting Otherwise the tow fitting and the vehicle could be damaged 4 Access to screw thread Release the cover panel in the bumper Press on the upper part of the cover panel Front Rear Bein
103. des Do not remove the covers or expose the eyes directly to the unfiltered light source for several hours otherwise this could cause irritation of the retina lt 4 Xenon lamps These bulbs have a very long service life and are highly unlikely to fail If axenon lamp fails never theless switch on the fog lamps and continue the journey with great care provided that local legislation does not prohibit this Have any work on the xenon lamp system including bulb replacements performed only by a BMW center or a workshop that works according to BMW repair procedures with cor respondingly trained personnel Otherwise if such work is carried out improperly the high voltage in the system presents the danger of fatal injuries Replacing parking lamps roadside parking lamps and daytime running lights H8 bulb 35 watts 148 1 Switch off the lamps and take the remote control out of the ignition lock 2 Turn the cover to the left see arrow and remove it 3 Turn the bulb approx 90 see arrow and take it out wy FL 4 Disconnect the plug change the bulb and reconnect the plug 5 Insert the bulb and turn it until it stops Reattach the cover Replacing the corner illuminating lamp H3 bulb 55 watts 1 Switch off the lamps and take the remote control out of the ignition lock 2 Remove the upper cover from the head lamp To do so pull the rubber seal up and off and unscrew the cover using the sc
104. detected This type of message is shown in the following situations gt Ifthere is a malfunction Have the system checked gt Ifawheel without TPM electronics has been mounted gt If TPM is temporarily malfunctioning due to other systems or devices using the same radio frequency Declaration according to NHTSA FMVSS 138 Tire Pressure Monitoring Systems Each tire should be checked monthly when cold and inflated to the inflation pressure recom mended 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 infla tion 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 sys tem TPMS that illuminates a low tire pressure telltale when one or more of your tires are signif icantly underinflated 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 pressure Driving on a significantly underinflated tire causes the tire to overheat and can lead to tire failure Underinflation also reduces fuel efficiency and tire tread life and may affect the vehicle s han dling and stopping ability Please note that the TPMS is not a substitute for proper tire mainte nance and it is the driver
105. dition for Part no 01 41 2 602 994 08 09 BMW AG gt a 171 Online Edition for Part no 01 41 2 602 994 08 09 BMW AG Online Edition for Part no 01 41 2 602 994 08 09 BMW AG Technical data Technical data Engine data Sedan Displacement Number of cylinders Maximum power output at engine speed Maximum torque at engine speed Sports Wagon Displacement Number of cylinders Maximum power output at engine speed Maximum torque at engine speed 174 323i Canada cuin cm 152 4 2 497 6 hp 200 rpm 6 000 Ib ft Nm 180 244 rpm 4 000 5 000 cu in cm hp rpm Ib ft Nm rpm 328i xDrive 182 8 2 996 6 230 6 500 200 270 2 750 335i xDrive 335d 181 8 2 979 182 6 2 993 6 6 300 265 5 800 4 200 300 407 425 580 1 400 5 000 1 750 2 250 328i xDrive 182 8 2 996 6 230 6 500 200 270 2 750 Online Edition for Part no 01 41 2 602 994 08 09 BMW AG Dimensions Sedan 55 9 1 421 L 108 7 2 760 J L 178 8 4 541 A All dimensions given in inches mm Smallest turning circle dia 36 1 ft 11 0 m with xDrive 38 7 ft 11 8 m 175 Online Edition for Part no 01 41 2 602 994 08 09 BMW AG Reference Technical data Sports Wagon eo ee a un un 78 2 1 986 Le 108 7 2 760 e 178 6 4 537 All dimensions given in inches mm Smallest turning circle dia 36 1 ft 11 0 m with
106. e BMW recommends having the vehicle serviced at a BMW center Also note the BMW service sys tem refer to page 141 General driving notes Close the trunk lid tailgate Operate the vehicle only when the trunk lid tailgate and rear window are closed Otherwise exhaust fumes could enter the inte rior of the vehicle 4 If the vehicle must be driven with the trunk lid tailgate open 1 Close all windows and the glass roof 2 Greatly increase the air volume of the air conditioner or automatic climate control system refer to page 85 or 88 Hot exhaust system In all vehicles extremely high tempera tures are generated in the exhaust sys tem Do not remove the heat shields installed adjacent to various sections of the exhaust sys tem and never apply undercoating to them When driving standing at idle and while park ing take care to avoid possible contact between the hot exhaust system and any highly flammable materials such as hay leaves grass etc Such contact could lead to a fire with the risk of serious personal injuries and property damage Do not touch hot exhaust tail pipes Otherwise there is a risk of burns 4 v Qa D 5 T a Diesel particulate filter The diesel particulate filter collects soot parti cles and burns them periodically at high tem peratures This cleaning process takes several minutes During cleaning you may notice that the engine temporarily runs less smoothly and th
107. e and the outside temperature are dis played in the instrument cluster Radio readiness is switched off automatically gt When the remote control is removed from the ignition lock gt In cars with Comfort Access by touching the surface above the door lock refer to Locking on page 27 Ignition on All electrical consumers can operate The odometer and trip odometer are displayed in the instrument cluster lx When the engine is off please switch off the ignition and any unnecessary electri cal consumers in order to preserve the bat tery 4 Online Edition for Part no 01 41 2 602 994 08 09 BMW AG Radio readiness and ignition off All indicator and warning lamps as well as dis plays in the instrument cluster go out Starting the engine Do not run the engine in enclosed areas otherwise the inhalation of toxic exhaust gases can cause loss of consciousness and death The exhaust gases contain carbon mon oxide an odorless and colorless but highly toxic gas Never leave an unattended vehicle with the engine running otherwise such a vehi cle represents a potential safety hazard Before leaving the car with the engine running place the transmission in neutral or move the selector lever to position P and forcefully apply the parking brake to prevent the car from mov ing Avoid frequent starting in quick succes sion as well as repeated start attempts in which the engine does not start Otherwise the
108. e engage the bulb holder so that it audibly clicks into place 5 Reattach the cover in the cargo area Sports Wagon J Left hand lamps Open the flap on the left hand side of the cargo area Right hand lamps Open the cargo area floor panel Turn the screws on the cover arrows 1 90 and take out the cover arrow 2 gt 2 151 Online Edition for Part no 01 41 2 602 994 08 09 BMW AG Replacing components 2 Loosen the bulb holder at the clip see arrow and pull out a 3 Apply gentle pressure to the bulb while turning it to the left for removal and replace ment 4 Re engage the bulb holder so that it audibly clicks into place 5 Reattach the cover in the cargo area Lamps in the trunk lid tailgate Sedan 1 Take the warning triangle out of its holder refer to page 156 Unscrew the holder using the screwdriver from the onboard vehicle tool kit 2 Pry out the plastic plugs in the trim of the trunk lid using ascrewdriver and remove the trim 3 Release the bulb holder at the clip see arrow and remove 4 Apply gentle pressure to the bulb while turning it to the left for removal and replace ment 5 Re engage the bulb holder so that it audibly clicks into place 152 6 Reattach the trim of the trunk lid and the holder for the warning triangle Sports Wagon 1 Use a screwdriver to press out the cover at the clips see arrows and fold it downward Pa D g
109. e or have it checked If necessary insert another remote control into the ignition lock cluster lights up while the engine is running the remote control is no longer inside the vehicle After the engine is switched off the engine can only be restarted within approx 10 seconds e Replacing the battery The remote control for Comfort Access con tains a battery that will need to be replaced from time to time The warning lamp in the instrument The indicator lamp in the instrument cluster comes on replace the battery in the remote control 1 Take the integrated key out of the remote control refer to page 18 2 Remove the cover 3 Insert the new battery with the plus side fac ing up 4 Press the cover on to close Take the old battery to a battery collec tion point or to your BMW center 28 Windows To prevent injuries watch the windows while closing them Take the remote control with you when you leave the car otherwise children could operate the electric windows and possibly injure them selves lt 4 Opening closing gt Press the switch to the resistance point The window opens as long as you press the switch gt Press the switch beyond the resistance point The window opens automatically Press the switch again to stop the opening move ment You can close the windows in the same manner by pulling the switch There are separate switches in the rear seat armrest
110. e speed up into the red warning lamp lights up There is an increased warning field see arrow In this range the fuel risk of black ice supply is interrupted to protect the engine FN Black ice can also form at temperatures above 37 F 3 C You should there fore drive carefully on bridges and shaded 61 Online Edition for Part no 01 41 2 602 994 08 09 BMW AG Controls Controls overview Coolant temperature A warning lamp will come on if the coolant and therefore the engine becomes too hot Check coolant level refer to page 140 Energy Control Displays the current fuel consumption This allows you to see whether your current driving style is conducive to fuel economy with mini mum exhaust emissions Engine oil temperature When the engine is at normal operating temper ature the engine oil temperature is between approx 210 F 100 C and approx 300 F 150 C If the engine oil temperature is too high a warn ing lamp comes on in the instrument cluster 62 Fuel gauge Fuel tank capacity approx 16 1 gallons 61 liters You can find information on refueling on page 115 If the tilt of the vehicle varies for a longer period when you are driving in mountainous areas for example the indicator may fluctuate slightly Reserve Once the fuel level has fallen to the reserve zone of approx 2 1 US gallons 8 liters for gaso line engines and approx 1 7 US gallons 6 5
111. ea Ventilation for cooling Adjust the vent outlets to direct the flow of cool air in your direction for instance if it has become too hot in the car Draft free ventilation Set the vent outlets so that the air flows past you and not straight at you 89 Online Edition for Part no 01 41 2 602 994 08 09 BMW AG Ventilation in the rear Climate i 1 Use the thumbwheel to smoothly open and close the air vents 2 Use the thumbwheel to adjust the tempera ture gt Turn toward blue colder gt Turn toward red warmer 3 Use the lever to change the direction of the airflow Microfilter activated charcoal filter The microfilter traps dust and pollen in the incoming air The activated charcoal filter pro vides additional protection by filtering gaseous pollutants from the outside air Your BMW cen ter replaces this combined filter during routine maintenance 90 Online Edition for Part no 01 41 2 602 994 08 09 BMW AG Practical interior accessories Integrated universal remote control The concept The integrated universal remote control can replace as many as three hand held transmit ters for various remote controlled devices such as garage doors and gates or lighting sys tems The integrated universal remote control registers and stores signals from the original hand held transmitters The signal of an original hand held transmitter can be programmed on one of the three mem ory buttons 1 A
112. easing desired speed Press or tap the lever to the resistance point or beyond arrow 1 until the desired speed is dis played gt Each time the lever is tapped to the resis tance point the desired speed is increased by approx 1 mph or 1 km h gt Each time the lever is tapped beyond the resistance point the desired speed is increased by up to 5 mph or 10 km h until 56 the maximum speed of 110 mph or 180 km h is achieved The speed then displayed is stored and achieved on a clear road Decreasing desired speed Pull the lever arrow 2 until the desired speed is displayed The other functions work analogously to those described under Increasing desired speed Selecting distance gt Press downward Increase distance gt Press upward Decrease distance The selected distance is displayed in the instru ment cluster Distance 1 Distance 2 Distance 3 Distance 4 This is always the preset dis tance when you use the system for the first time after starting the engine Online Edition for Part no 01 41 2 602 994 08 09 BMW AG Use good judgment to select the appro priate following distance given road con ditions traffic applicable laws and driving rec ommendations for safe following distance Otherwise an accident risk could result 4 Deactivating cruise control Press the lever upward or downward arrow 3 The displays on the speedometer disappear In addition
113. ed around the tire s circumference the letters TWI for Tread Wear Indicator on the tire s sidewalls identify tires that incorporate these wear indicators Once the tire tread has worn down to the wear indicators the tire has worn to a depth of 1 16 in 1 6 mm Wheel tire damage Please note that low profile tires cause wheels tires and suspension parts to be more suscep tible to road hazard and consequential dam ages Unusual vibrations encountered during normal vehicle operation can indicate tire failure or some other vehicle defect This can for exam ple be caused by driving over curbs The same applies to any other abnormal road behavior such as pulling severely to the right or left In these cases reduce speed immedi ately and have wheels and tires thor oughly checked To do so drive carefully to the nearest BMW center or tire shop that works according to BMW repair procedures with cor respondingly trained personnel If necessary have the vehicle towed there Otherwise tire damage can pose a lethal hazard to vehicle occupants and other road users 4 Tire age For various reasons such as the development of brittleness BMW recommends tire replace ment after no more than 6 years regardless of the actual wear of the tires 133 Online Edition for Part no 01 41 2 602 994 08 09 BMW AG gt G Wheels and tires The manufacturing date of tires is contained in the tire coding DOT 3
114. edges cannot be detected Therefore always drive cautiously otherwise there is a risk of personal injury or property damage Loud sound sources outside or inside the car can drown out the PDC signal Therefore always drive cautiously otherwise there is a risk of personal injury or property damage 4 69 Online Edition for Part no 01 41 2 602 994 08 09 BMW AG Controls Technology for driving comfort and safety Driving stability control systems Your BMW has a number of systems that help to maintain the vehicle s stability even in adverse driving conditions Antilock Brake System ABS ABS prevents locking of the wheels during braking Safe steering response is maintained even during full braking Active safety is thus increased The ABS is operational every time you start the engine Braking safely refer to page 108 Electronic brake force distribution EBV The system controls the brake pressure in the rear wheels to ensure stable braking behavior Dynamic Brake Control DBC When you apply the brakes rapidly this system automatically produces the maximum braking force boost and thus helps to achieve the short est possible braking distance during full brak ing This system exploits all of the benefits pro vided by ABS Do not reduce the pressure on the brake for the duration of the full braking application Dynamic Stability Control DSC DSC prevents the driving wheels from losing traction when y
115. een vehicle and object decreases the intervals between the tones become shorter If the distance to the nearest object falls to below roughly 1 ft 30 cm then a contin uous tone sounds An interval tone is interrupted after approx 3 seconds gt If you remain in front of an object that has been detected by only one of the corner sensors gt If you are driving parallel to a wall Malfunction fo 1 The indicator lamp in the instrument Py cluster comes on PDC is malfunc tioning Have the system checked To avoid this problem keep the sensors clean and free of ice or snow in order to ensure that they will continue to operate effectively When using a high pressure cleaner do not spray the sensors for extended periods of time and only from a distance of at least 1 ft 30 cm System limitations Even with PDC final responsibility for estimating the distance between the vehicle and any obstructions always remains with the driver Even when sensors are pro vided there is a blind spot in which objects can no longer be detected The system is also sub ject to the physical limits that apply to all forms of ultrasonic measurement such as those encountered with trailer towbars and hitches thin or wedge shaped objects etc Low objects that have already been displayed e g curbs can disappear again from the detection area of the sensors before or after a continuous tone sounds Higher protruding objects e g l
116. emperature AUTO intensity and outside influences the air is directed toward the windshield the side win dows the upper body and the footwell Pressing the AUTO button automatically switches on the cooling function At the same time a condensation sensor con trols the program so as to prevent window con densation as much as possible The program is switched off when the air distri bution is set manually or the button is pressed again Intensity of the AUTO program With the AUTO program switched on auto matic control of the air volume and air distribu tion can be adjusted Press the left side of the button to reduce the intensity Press the right side of the button to increase it The selected intensity is shown on the display of the automatic climate control Adjusting air volume manually To be able to manually adjust the air volume switch off the AUTO program first Press the left side of the button to reduce the air volume Press the right side of the button to increase 88 The air volume may be reduced or the blower may be switched off entirely to save on battery power The display remains the same Automatic recirculated air control AUC Recirculated air mode You can respond to unpleasant odors or pollut ants in the immediate environment by tempo rarily suspending the supply of outside air The system then recirculates the air currently within the vehicle Ez Press the button repeatedly to
117. ences in speed between you and vehicles ahead e g when quickly approaching a truck There is a risk of collision Once the system has established that a vehicle is indeed in front of you it will indicate that you must brake and or maneuver the vehi cle yourself Take action yourself otherwise there is a risk of an accident 4 Behavior in curves Because of the limited range of the system it is possible that in curves or on the peaks and val leys of hilly roads a vehicle ahead may be rec ognized late or not at all Therefore it is up to the driver to select a speed that is prudent in view of the curves and terrain of the roadway In approaching a curve it is possible that active cruise control would react briefly to a vehicle in the adjacent lane In addition the system can sense if your vehicle is in a curve and may not accelerate If your vehicle decelerates in either case you can choose to overcome the deceler ation by briefly pressing the accelerator pedal 60 Your responsibility Your actions have priority at all times When you press the accelerator pedal while driving with active cruise control the automatic braking function will be temporarily interrupted Once you release the accelerator pedal the desired speed or the selected distance to the vehicle ahead is achieved again Do not leave your foot on the accelerator pedal and make sure that no objects such as floor mats are lying on the accelera
118. ensation 86 Windshield wash 51 filling capacity reservoir 178 nozzles 52 rear window 52 reservoir for washer fluid 53 washer fluid 53 Windshield wiper blades changing 147 Windshield wipers refer to Wiper system 51 Winter diesel 116 Winter tires 135 storage 135 Wiper blade replacement 147 Wiper system 51 Work in the engine compartment 136 Wrench screwdriver refer to Onboard vehicle tool kit 147 X xDrive 71 Xenon lamps replacing bulb 148 Y Your individual vehicle settings refer to Personal Profile 18 v o X i 191 v 2 Online Edition for Part no 01 41 2 602 994 08 09 BMW AG Online Edition for Part no 01 41 2 602 994 08 09 BMW AG More about BMW bmwusa com MUO A Online Edition for Part no 01 41 2 602 994 08 09 BMW AG The Ultimate Driving Machine 01 41 2 602 994 Ue Basis
119. ented when the car is unlocked depend on which remote control is used to unlock the car refer to Per sonal Profile next column In addition information about service require ments is stored in the remote control refer to Service data in the remote control page 141 Integrated key Press button 1 to release the key The integrated key fits the following locks gt Glove compartment refer to page 94 gt Driver s door refer to page 21 18 New remote controls Your BMW center can supply new remote con trols with integrated keys as additional units or as replacements in the event of loss Personal Profile The concept You can set many of your BMW s functions to suit your personal needs and preferences Without any action on your part Personal Pro file ensures that most of these settings are stored for the remote control currently in use When you unlock the car the remote control used for the purpose is recognized and the set tings stored for it are called up and imple mented This means that your personal settings will be activated for you even if in the meantime your car was used by someone else with another remote control and the corresponding settings The individual settings are stored for a maxi mum of four remote controls They are stored for two remote controls if Comfort Access is in use Personal Profile settings For more information on specific settings refer to the specified pages
120. er Move selector lever from position D toward the left into the M S shifting slot When you press the selector lever forwards or backwards the manual mode is activated and 49 Online Edition for Part no 01 41 2 602 994 08 09 BMW AG Controls iving Dr Steptronic changes gear M1 through M6 are displayed on the instrument cluster Upshifts and downshifts are executed only when they will result in a plausible combination of engine and vehicle speed thus for example a downshift that would cause the engine to overrev will not be executed by the system The gear selected is briefly displayed in the instru ment cluster followed by the gear actually in use Shifting gears via shift paddles on the steering wheel The shift paddles allow you to shift gears quickly since both hands can remain on the steering wheel gt When you use the shift paddles on the steering wheel to shift gears in automatic mode the transmission switches to manual mode gt If you do not accelerate or shift gears using the shift paddles for a certain amount of time the transmission switches back to automatic mode gt If the selector lever is in the M S gear plane manual mode remains active 4 G D 2 on gt To shift up pull one of the shift paddles gt To shift down press one of the shift pad dles Upshifts and downshifts are executed only when they will result in a plausible combination of engine and veh
121. ernal factors nor can it identify the gradual loss of pressure that will inevitably occur in all four tires over a lengthy period of time lt 4 In the following situations the system could be delayed or malfunction gt System has not been initialized gt Driving on snowy or slippery road surface gt Performance oriented style of driving slip in the drive wheels high lateral acceleration gt Snow chains are attached Initializing the system Dl The initialization is completed during driv ing which can be interrupted at any time When driving resumes the initialization is con tinued automatically Do not initialize the system while snow chains are attached 4 For operating principle refer to page 64 Online Edition for Part no 01 41 2 602 994 08 09 BMW AG 1 Start the engine immediately before pulling away but do not drive off yet AN f 5 y may ar P RESET 2 Lightly push button 1 in the turn indicator lever up or down repeatedly until the corre sponding symbol appears in the display accompanied by the word RESET 3 Press button 2 to confirm your choice of the Flat Tire Monitor 4 Press button 2 for approx 5 seconds until the reading shown below is displayed RESET GY 5 Start driving Initialization is completed while the car is on the move without any feedback Indication of a flat tire The warning lamps come on in yellow and red In addition an acoust
122. eservoir is full when the filling level in minutes the bottle stops changing It is not possible to overfill the reservoir 2 Press the bottle toward the vehicle see arrow The reservoir in the vehicle is filled 118 Online Edition for Part no 01 41 2 602 994 08 09 BMW AG Wheels and tires Tire inflation pressures Information for your safety It is not merely the tires service life but also driving comfort and to a great extent driving safety that depend on the condition of the tires and the maintenance of the specified tire pres sure Check the tire inflation pressure regularly and correctit if necessary at least twice a month and before starting long trips If you fail to observe this precaution you may be driving on tires with incorrect tire pressures a condi tion that can not only compromise your vehi cle s driving stability but also lead to tire dam age and the risk of an accident Do not drive with deflated i e flat tires except when using run flat tires A flat tire will seriously impair your vehicle s handling and braking response Attempts to drive on a flat tire can lead to loss of control over the vehicle 4 Checking pressure Only check tire inflation pressure when the tires are cold This means after a maximum of 1 25 miles 2 km driving or when the vehicle has been parked for at least 2 hours When tires are warm the tire inflation pressure is higher gt After correcting the t
123. esulting from contact with airbags cannot be fully excluded depending on the circum stances The ignition and inflation noise may provoke a mild hearing loss in extremely sensi tive individuals This effect is usually only tem porary For airbag locations and additional information on airbags refer to page 77 Head restraint A correctly adjusted head restraint reduces the risk of neck injury in the event of an accident Adjust the head restraint in such a way that its center is at approx ear level Oth erwise there is an increased risk of injury in the event of an accident 4 Head restraints refer to page 35 Safety belt Before every drive make sure that all occupants wear their safety belts Airbags complement the safety belt as an additional safety device but they do not represent a substitute Your vehicle has five seats each of which is equipped with a safety belt Never allow more than one person to wear a single safety belt Never allow infants or small children to ride in a passenger s lap Make sure that the belt in the lap area sits low across the hips and does not press against the abdomen The safety belt must not rest against the throat run across sharp edges pass over hard or frag ile objects or be pinched Fasten the safety belt so that it sits as snugly as possible against the lap and shoulder without being twisted Other wise the belt could slide over your hips and injure your abdomen in t
124. f as necessary 34 Backrest Mt Ce Pull lever 3 and apply your weight to the back rest or lift it off as necessary Tilt amp Pull the lever and apply your weight to the seat or lift it off as necessary Thigh support Pull the lever and move the thigh support for ward or back Electrical adjustment Observe the adjustment instructions on page 34 to ensure the best possible per sonal protection Online Edition for Part no 01 41 2 602 994 08 09 BMW AG sas Ta im 1 Longitudinal direction 2 Height 3 Angle 4 Backrest The head restraints are adjusted manually refer to Head restraints below Lumbar support KE amp You can also adjust the contour of the backrest to obtain additional support in the lumbar region The upper hips and spinal column receive sup plementary support to help you maintain a relaxed upright sitting position gt Increase or decrease curvature press the switch at the front or rear respectively gt Shift curvature up or down press the switch at the top or bottom respectively Backrest width You can change the width of the backrest to suit your individual preferences by adjusting the lat eral support pads Press the front or rear end of the switch Backrest width decreases or increases accord ingly Controls Head restraints Correctly adjusted head restraint A correctly adjusted head restrain
125. f measure on page 64 11 20pm SET 1 Push button 1 in the turn indicator lever up or down repeatedly until the appropriate symbol appears in the display accompa nied by the time and the word SET Press button 2 Use button 1 to set the hours Press button 2 to confirm the entry Use button 1 to set the minutes Press button 2 to confirm the entry or eS fe Press button 2 The system accepts the new time Date The settings are stored for the remote control currently in use refer also to Personal Profile on page 18 Setting the date To set the dd mm or mm dd date format refer to Formats and units of measure on page 64 N 3 _ d fee 1 Push button 1 in the turn indicator lever up or down repeatedly until the appropriate symbol appears in the display accompa nied by the date and the word SET Press button 2 Use button 1 to set the day of the month Press button 2 to confirm the entry Set the month and the year in the same way Controls Pa wh Press button 2 The system stores the new date Check Control The concept The Check Control monitors vehicle functions and alerts you to any malfunctions in the sys tems monitored This type of Check Control message includes indicator and warning lamps in the instrument cluster and in some cases an acoustic signal Indicator and warning lamps can light up ina variety of combinations and colors Several of the lamps are
126. fer also to page 70 Indication in Canadian models The driving stability control systems including ABS and the Flat Tire Monitor or Tire Pressure Monitor have failed refer also to page 70 Indication in Canadian models The driving stability control systems including ABS and the Flat Tire Monitor or Tire Pressure Monitor have failed refer also to page 70 Indication in US models The driving stability control systems including ABS xDrive and the Flat Tire Monitor have failed Indication in Canadian models The driving stability control systems including ABS xDrive and the Flat Tire Monitor have failed What to do You can continue your journey Drive cautiously and think well ahead Avoid driving on rough tracks full throttle operation and use of the transmission s kickdown mode Have the system checked immediately You can continue your journey Reduced braking and driving stability Drive at moderate speed avoid sudden braking if possible Have the system checked as soon as possible You can continue your journey Reduced braking and driving stability Drive at moderate speed avoid sudden braking if possible Have the system checked as soon as possible You can continue your journey Reduced braking and driving stability Drive at moderate speed avoid sudden braking if possible Have the system checked as soon as possible You can continue your journey Reduced braking and driving stability D
127. front passenger seat or if driver or front pas senger unfasten their safety belts Damage to safety belts If the safety belts are damaged or stressed in an accident have the belt sys tem including any belt tensioners or child restraint systems replaced and the belt anchors checked Have this work done only by your BMW center or at a workshop that works according to BMW repair procedures with cor respondingly trained personnel Otherwise it is not guaranteed that the safety devices will func tion properly 4 Rear center safety belt With through loading system Before using the center rear seat release the latch plate from the fixture on the rear window shelf and insert it into the belt lock of the center safety belt Make sure you hear the latch plate engage Mirrors Exterior mirrors The front passenger s mirror is more con vex than the driver s mirror The objects seen in the mirror are closer than they appear Do not gauge your distance from traffic behind you on the basis of what you see in the mirror otherwise there is an increased risk of an acci dent 4 Controls 1 Adjustments Switching to the other mirror or automatic curb monitor 3 Folding mirrors in and out The setting for the exterior mirrors is stored for the remote control currently inuse The stored position is called up automatically when the vehicle is unlocked Manual adjustment The mirrors can also be adjusted manually pre
128. fter this the programmed memory button 1 will operate the system in question The LED 2 flashes to confirm trans mission of the signal Should you sell your vehicle one day be sure to delete the stored programs beforehand for your safety refer to page 92 To prevent possible damage or injury before programming or using the inte grated universal remote control always inspect the immediate area to make certain that no peo ple animals or objects are within the pivoting or travel range of the device being operated Com ply also with the safety instructions supplied with the original hand held transmitter 4 Checking compatibility If this symbol appears on the package A or in the instructions supplied with the original hand held transmitter you can assume that the radio remote control device will be compatible with the integrated universal remote control For additional information please contact your BMW center or call 1 800 355 3515 You can also obtain information on the Internet at www bmwusa com or www homelink com HomeLink is a registered trademark of Johnson Controls Inc 4 Programming oS 2 1 1 Memory buttons 2 LED Fixed code hand held transmitters 1 Switch on the ignition refer to page 46 2 When starting operation for the first time press the left and right memory buttons 1 for approx 20 seconds until the LED 2 flashes rapidly The three memory buttons are cleared 3 Hold the
129. g towed Make sure that the ignition is switched on refer to page 46 otherwise the low beam headlamps tail lamps turn signal indicators and windshield wipers may be unavailable Power steering assistance is not available when the engine is not running Thus braking and steering will require increased effort Active steering is not active and it will be necessary to turn the steering wheel further 4 Manual transmission Gearshift lever in neutral position Automatic transmission Selector lever in position N Changing selector lever positions refer to page 49 158 Do not exceed a towing speed of 45 mph or 70 km h and a towing distance of 90 miles 150 km otherwise the automatic transmission may be damaged 4 Towing methods Do not lift the vehicle by a tow fitting or body and chassis parts otherwise dam age may result 4 With a tow bar The towing vehicle must not be lighter than the towed vehicle otherwise it may be impossible to maintain control The tow fittings used should be on the same side on both vehicles Should it prove impossi ble to avoid mounting the tow bar at an angle please observe the following gt Clearance and maneuvering capability will be sharply limited during cornering gt The tow bar will generate lateral forces if it is attached offset FN Attach the tow bar to the tow fittings only as attaching it to other parts of the vehicle could result in damage 4 With a tow rope
130. ged cargo are padded if they could bump against the rear window while the vehicle is in motion otherwise the heating ele ments of the rear window could be damaged 4 Alarm system The concept The vehicle alarm system responds gt When a door the hood or the trunk lid tail gate is opened gt To movements inside the vehicle Interior motion sensor refer to page 26 gt When the car s inclination changes for instance if an attempt is made to jack it up and steal the wheels or to raise it prior to towing away gt When there has been an interruption of power supply from the battery The alarm system signals unauthorized entry attempts for a short time by means of gt An acoustic alarm gt Switching on the hazard warning flashers gt Flashing the high beams Arming and disarming When you lock or unlock the vehicle either with the remote control or at the door lock the alarm system is armed or disarmed at the same time You can open the trunk lid tailgate even when the alarm system is armed by pressing the BJ button on the remote control refer to page 20 The lid is locked and monitored again as soon as you Close it Panic mode You can trigger the alarm system if you find yourself in a dangerous situation Press the BJ button for at least three seconds To switch off the alarm press any button 25 Online Edition for Part no 01 41 2 602 994 08 09 BMW AG Controls Opening and closing
131. gt 2 123 Online Edition for Part no 01 41 2 602 994 08 09 BMW AG Wheels and tires Sedan tire inflation pressures for the 328xi Tire size Pressure specifications in psi kPa Traveling speeds Traveling speeds up to a max of including those 100 mph 160 km h exceeding 100 mph 160 km h All pressure specifications in the table are j indicated in psi kilopascal with cold tires io t tin Cold ambient temperature Li Li TePe FF Without Sport Package 205 55 R 16 91 H M S 225 50 R 16 92 H M S 225 50 R 16 92 V 32 220 36 250 35 240 41 280 225 45 R 17 91 H M S 225 45 R 17 91 W 225 45 R 17 94 V M S XL 32 220 38 260 35 240 42 290 Front 225 45 R 17 91 V 32 220 35 240 Rear 255 40 R 17 94 V 33 230 38 260 Front 225 40 R 18 88 W 33 230 36 250 Rear 255 35 R 18 90 W 38 260 41 280 Front 225 35 R 19 88 Y XL 39 270 39 270 Rear 255 30 R 19 91 Y XL 42 290 42 290 With Sport Package 205 55 R 1691 HM S 225 50 R 16 92 H M S 32 220 36 250 35 240 41 280 225 45 R17 91 H M S 22 ae i a 4 32 220 36 250 38 260 45 310 225 45 R 17 94 V M S XL 32 220 38 260 41 280 48 330 Front 225 45 R 17 91 V 32 220 38 260 Rear 255 40 R 17 94 V 33 230 42 290 Front 225 40 R 18 88 W 33 230 41 280 Rear 255 35 R 18 90 W 38 260 45 310 Front 225 35 R 19 88 Y XL 39 270 42 290 Rear 255 30 R 19 91 Y XL 42 290 45 310 More details on the permissible load and weights
132. gt Response of the central locking system when the car is unlocked refer to page 19 gt Automatic locking of the vehicle refer to page 22 gt Automatic call up of the driver s seat posi tion refer to page 37 gt Triple turn signal activation refer to page 51 Online Edition for Part no 01 41 2 602 994 08 09 BMW AG gt Settings for the display in the instrument cluster gt 12h 24h format of the clock refer to page 64 gt Date format refer to page 64 gt Units of measure refer to page 64 gt Light settings gt Pathway lighting refer to page 79 gt Daytime running lights refer to page 80 gt High beam assistant refer to page 81 gt Automatic climate control AUTO pro gram cooling function and automatic recir culated air control activated deactivated temperature air volume and distribution refer to page 87 ff gt Entertainment gt Speed dependent volume control refer to separate Owner s Manual Central locking system The concept The central locking system functions when the driver s door is closed The system simultaneously engages and releases the locks on the following gt Doors gt Trunk lid tailgate gt Fuel filler flap Operating from outside gt Via the remote control gt Via the door lock gt In cars with Comfort Access via the han dles on the driver s and front passenger doors In addition if the remote control is used the interior la
133. has tested and approved for your particular vehicle Variations in factors such as manufac turing tolerances mean that even wheels and tires with identical official size ratings could actually have different dimensions which could lead to body contact and thus to severe acci dents If non approved wheels and tires are used BMW cannot evaluate their suitability and therefore cannot guarantee their driving safety You can inquire about the right wheel tire com bination at your BMW center The correct combination of wheels and tires is also necessary to ensure reliable operation of various vehicle systems such as ABS DSC or FTM To maintain good handling and vehicle response use only tires of a single brand and tread configuration After a tire has been dam aged mount the previous wheel and tire combi nation again as soon as possible Wheels with Tire Pressure Monitor TPM electronics When mounting new tires or changing over from summer to winter tires or vice versa only use wheels with TPM electronics otherwise the Tire Pressure Monitor may not be able to detect a puncture refer to page 73 Your BMW center will be glad to advise you Online Edition for Part no 01 41 2 602 994 08 09 BMW AG Recommended tire brands Certain makes of tire are recommended by BMW for each tire size They are marked with a clearly visible BMW designation on the sidewall of the tire When properly used these tires meet the h
134. he closing path of the hood is clear otherwise injuries may result If you see any signs while driving your vehicle that the hood is not completely closed stop at once and close it securely 4 Online Edition for Part no 01 41 2 602 994 08 09 BMW AG Important parts of the engine compartment 1 Gasoline engine expansion tank for cool 3 Jump starting connection refer to ant refer to page 139 page 156 Diesel engine the expansion tank is located 4 Filler neck for engine oil refer to Adding on the other side of the vehicle engine oil 2 Washer fluid filler neck for headlamp clean 5 Dipstick for engine oil refer to Checking oil ing system and window washer system level refer to page 52 Engine oil The engine oil consumption is dependent on again driving style and driving conditions The oil level must be between the two markings on the dipstick Checking the engine oil level with the dipstick J 1 Park the vehicle on a level surface with the Ean o engine at operating temperature i e after i 3 7 an uninterrupted drive of at least 6 5 miles 10 km 2 Switch off the engine gt o 2 3 After approx 5 minutes pull out the dipstick 5 and wipe it off with a lint free cloth paper towel or similar material The oil quantity between the two markings on 4 Carefully push the dipstick all the way back the dipstick is equivalent to approx 1 US quart into the measuring tube and pull it out 1 liter
135. he event of a frontal collision Avoid wearing bulky clothing and regularly pull the belt in the upper body area taut otherwise its restraining effect could be impaired Sports Wagon if the rear center safety belt is used the wider backrest must be locked in place refer to page 99 Otherwise the safety belt will have no restraining effect 4 Safety belts refer to page 38 33 Online Edition for Part no 01 41 2 602 994 08 09 BMW AG Controls Adjustments Seats Note before adjusting Never attempt to adjust your seat while the vehicle is moving The seat could respond with unexpected movement and the ensuing loss of vehicle control could lead to an accident On the front passenger seat as well do not incline the backrest too far to the rear while the vehicle is being driven otherwise there is a danger in the event of an accident of sliding under the safety belt eliminating the protection normally provided by the belt 4 Comply with the instructions on head restraint height on page 35 and on damaged safety belts on page 39 Manual adjustment Observe the adjustment instructions on page 34 to ensure the best possible per sonal protection 4 SE KL Longitudinal direction Pull lever 1 and slide the seat to the desired position After releasing the lever move the seat gently forward or back to make sure it engages prop erly Height Pull lever 2 and apply your weight to the seat or lift it of
136. hrough the wheel well Only for low beam headlamps and turn signals 1 Turn the wheel inwards 2 Open the flap in the wheel well To do so turn the fastener counterclockwise using a coin for example gt G 149 Online Edition for Part no 01 41 2 602 994 08 09 BMW AG Replacing components Changing low beam and high beam bulbs 1 Remove the relevant cover for the head lamp 2 Disconnect the plug from the lamp 3 Push the wire bracket to the side out of the mounting arrow 1 and fold it down arrow 2 4 Remove the bulb 5 Insert new bulb as shown in the detail of the illustration above 6 Fold up the wire bracket and engage it 7 Connect the plug 8 Reattach the cover Parking lamps roadside parking lamps W5W bulb 5 watts 1 Remove the cover for the high beam head lamp 2 Pull out the bulb socket see arrow 3 Remove and replace the bulb 4 Insert bulb socket 5 Reattach the cover 150 Turn signals front PY24W bulb 24 watts 1 Open the flap in the wheel well refer to Access through the wheel well on page 149 A EA 1 2 Rotate turn signal bulb socket 1 to the left and remove 3 Apply gentle pressure to the bulb while turning it to the left for removal and replace ment Insert turn signal bulb socket 1 5 Attach the flap to the wheel well Tail lamps Sedan gt Brake lamp in the trunk lid H21W bulb 21 watts gt Backup
137. ic sig nal sounds There is a flat tire or sub stantial loss of tire pressure oh 1 Cautiously reduce speed to below 50 mph or 80 km h Avoid sudden braking and steering maneuvers Do not exceed aspeed of 50 mph or 80 km h If the car is not equipped with run flat tires refer to page 134 the standard equipment by design do not continue driv ing Otherwise a severe accident could result if you continue driving 4 2 At the next opportunity check the air pres sure in all four tires gt If all four tires are inflated to the cor rect pressures the Flat Tire Monitor might not have been initialized The system must then be initialized lt 4 3 Inthe event of complete tire pressure loss 0 psi 0 kPa you can estimate the possible distance for continued driving on the basis of the following guidelines gt With a light load 1 to 2 persons without luggage Approx 155 miles 250 km gt With a medium load 2 persons cargo area full or 4 persons without luggage Approx 90 miles 150 km gt With a full load 4 or more persons cargo area full Approx 30 miles 50 km Controls Drive cautiously and do not exceed a speed of 50 mph or 80 km h otherwise there is a risk of an accident In the event of pressure loss vehicle handling changes This includes reduced tracking stability in braking extended braking distance and altered natural steering characteristics If unusual vibration or loud noises
138. ication Gasoline engine Preferred BMW Longlife 01 BMW Longlife 01 FE Alternatively BMW Longlife 98 Diesel engine Preferred BMW Longlife 04 Approved oils belong to the following viscosity classes SAE OW 40 SAE OW 30 SAE 5W 40 and SAE 5W 30 Alternative oil types If the approved engine oils are not available up to 1 US quart 1 liter of another oil with the fol lowing specification may be used API SM or higher BMW recommends Castrol Coolant Do not add coolant to the cooling system when the engine is hot Escaping coolant can cause burns 4 Coolant consists of half water and half additive Not all commercially available additives are suit able for your BMW Ask your BMW center for suitable additives gt o Only use suitable additives otherwise engine damage may result Because additives are harmful to your health it is impor tant to follow the instructions on the contain ers 4 139 Online Edition for Part no 01 41 2 602 994 08 09 BMW AG Under the hood Comply with the appropriate environ mental protection regulations when dis posing of coolant additives 4 Checking coolant level 1 Do not open the engine hood before the engine has cooled down 2 Turn the cap of the expansion tank a little counterclockwise to allow any accumulated pressure to escape then continue turning to open 3 The coolant level is correct if it is between the maximum and minimum marks i
139. ick 137 intervals between changes refer to Service requirements 65 Engine output refer to Engine data 174 Engine speed refer to Engine data 174 Engine starting refer to Starting the engine 47 Entry lamps refer to Interior lamps 83 Environmentally friendly driving refer to Energy Control 62 Error messages refer to Check Control 67 ESP Electronic Stability Program refer to Dynamic Stability Control DSC 70 Event data recorders 142 Exhaust system refer to Hot exhaust system 107 Expanding the cargo area 99 Exterior mirrors 39 adjusting 39 automatic dimming feature 40 automatic heating 40 folding in and out 39 External audio device 95 Eyes for tow starting and towing away 157 for tying down loads 110 F Failure messages refer to Check Control 67 Failure of an electrical consumer 154 184 False alarm avoiding unintentional alarm 26 switching off an alarm 26 Fastening safety belts refer to Safety belts 38 Filter refer to Microfilter activated charcoal filter for automatic climate control 90 refer to Microfilter for air conditioner 86 First aid pouch 155 Fixture for remote control refer to Ignition lock 46 Flash when locking unlocking 20 Flat tire run flat tires 134 Tire Pressure Monitor TPM 73 Flat Tire Monitor FTM 72 indicating a flat tire 73 indicator warning lamp 73 initializing the system 72 snow chains 72 135 system
140. icle speed thus for example a downshift that would cause the engine to overrev will not be executed by the system The gear selected is briefly displayed in the instru ment cluster followed by the gear actually in use 50 Overriding selector lever lock Should the selector lever refuse to move out of position P even though the ignition is switched on the brake is depressed and the button on the selector lever is pressed the selector lever lock can be overridden 1 Unclip the sleeve of the selector lever 2 Pull the sleeve up over the selector lever until the sleeve is inside out v 3 Using the screwdriver from the onboard vehicle tool kit refer to page 147 press the red lever while moving the selector lever to the desired position Turn signals headlamp flasher 2 a 1 High beams 2 Headlamp flasher 3 Turn signals Using turn signals Press the lever beyond the resistance point To turn off manually press the lever to the resistance point Online Edition for Part no 01 41 2 602 994 08 09 BMW AG gt Unusually rapid flashing of the indicator lamp indicates that a turn signal indicator has failed 4 Indicating a turn briefly Press the lever as far as the resistance point for as long as you wish to indicate a turn Triple turn signal activation Press the lever as far as the resistance point The turn signals flash three times You can activate or deactivate this function 1 Swit
141. icle with products that are approved by BMW for this purpose Your BMW center will be happy to advise you on the products and services available for cleaning and caring for your BMW gt Original BMW Care Products have been material tested laboratory checked and proven in the field and offer optimal care and protection for your vehicle 4 Do not use cleaners that contain alcohol or solvents as these may result in dam age 4 Cleaning agents can contain substances that are dangerous or hazardous to your health Therefore follow the warning and safety instructions on the packaging When cleaning inside the vehicle always open the doors or windows of the vehicle In enclosed areas pro vide for sufficient ventilation Only use products designed for cleaning vehicles 4 Exterior care Washing the vehicle Especially during the winter months EN ensure that the vehicle is washed more frequently Heavy soiling and road salt can lead to vehicle damage 4 After washing the vehicle apply the brakes briefly to dry them otherwise water can reduce braking efficiency over the short term and the brake discs can corrode 4 Automatic car washes Preference should be given to cloth car washes Before driving into a car wash ensure that it is suitable for your BMW Check the following gt Dimensions of your vehicle refer to page 175 gt If necessary fold in the exterior mirrors refer to page 39 gt Maximum perm
142. igh est standards in terms of safety and handling characteristics Special characteristics of winter tires BMW recommends winter tires for winter roads or at temperatures below 45 F 7 C Although all season M S tires provide better winter traction than summer tires they gener ally fail to provide the same levels of cold weather performance as winter tires Pay attention to speed Always comply with the speed limit for the winter tires mounted on your car failure to do so could result in tire damage and acci dents 4 If the car is capable of speeds higher than that permitted for the winter tires a label stating the maximum permitted speed for the mounted tires must be displayed in your field of view Specialist tire dealers and your BMW center can supply these labels Storage Always 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 pressure indicated on the sidewall of the tire Swapping wheels between axles BMW advises against swapping wheels between the front and rear axles even if all tires have the same size as this could impair driving characteristics If the tires are of mixed sizes swapping wheels between the axles is not per missible Snow chains Only certain fine link snow chains have been tested by BMW classified as safe for use and recommende
143. in the col umns for traveling speeds including those exceeding 100 mph or 160 km h Otherwise tire damage and accidents could occur 4 gt 2 Observe all national and local maximum speed limits otherwise violations of the laws could occur 119 Online Edition for Part no 01 41 2 602 994 08 09 BMW AG Wheels and tires Sedan tire inflation pressures for the 323i for Canada only Tire size Pressure specifications in psi kPa Traveling speeds Traveling speeds up to a max of including those 100 mph 160 km h exceeding 100 mph 160 km h All pressure specifications in the table are j indicated in psi kilopascal with cold tires f tin t iD Cold ambient temperature eo E Without Sport Package 205 55 R 1691 H M S 32 220 36 250 35 240 42 290 i ha 7 M S 32 220 35 240 32 220 39 270 a i a a MES 32 220 38 260 35 240 42 290 225 45 R 17 94 V M S XL 32 220 39 270 36 250 44 300 Front 225 45 R 17 91 V 32 220 35 240 Rear 255 40 R 17 94 V 35 240 38 260 Front 225 40 R 18 88 W 32 220 35 240 Rear 255 35 R 18 90 W 39 270 42 290 Front 225 35 R 19 88 Y XL 36 250 36 250 Rear 255 30 R 19 91 Y XL 44 300 44 300 120 Online Edition for Part no 01 41 2 602 994 08 09 BMW AG Tire size All pressure specifications in the table are indicated in psi kilopascal with cold tires Cold ambient temperature With Sport Package 205 55 R 16 91 H M S 225 50 R 16
144. in use is inside the vehicle Comparison to the standard remote control In general there is no difference between using Comfort Access or pressing the buttons on the remote control to carry out the functions men tioned above You should therefore first famil iarize yourself with the instructions on opening and closing starting on page 18 Special features regarding the use of Comfort Access are described below gt If you notice a brief delay while opening or closing windows or the glass roof pan orama glass roof the system is checking whether a remote control is inside the vehicle Please repeat the opening or closing proce dure if necessary 4 Unlocking Grasp the handle on the driver s or front pas senger door completely arrow 1 This corre sponds to pressing the button Locking Touch the surface arrow 2 with your finger for approx 1 second This corresponds to pressing the LOCK button gt To preserve the battery please make sure that the ignition and all electrical consumers are switched off before locking the vehicle 4 Convenient closing For Convenient closing keep your finger on the surface arrow 2 Unlocking the trunk lid tailgate separately Press the button on the outside of the trunk lid tailgate This corresponds to pressing the J button gt If the vehicle detects that a remote con trol has been accidentally left inside the locked vehicle s cargo area after the tru
145. ind you when driving at night Interior and exterior mirrors automatic dimming feature LA The automatic dimming feature of the interior and exterior mirrors is controlled by two photo cells in the interior rearview mirror One photo cellis in the mirror frame see arrow the other is on the back of the mirror In order to ensure that the system functions correctly keep the photo cells clean do not cover the area between the interior rearview mirror and windshield and do not affix adhesive labels or stickers of any kind to the windshield directly in front of the mirror Steering wheel Adjustments Do not adjust the steering wheel position while the car is in motion otherwise there is arisk of an accident due to unexpected move ment lt 4 Online Edition for Part no 01 41 2 602 994 08 09 BMW AG TE 1 Fold the lever down 2 Move the steering wheel to the preferred height and angle to suit your seated posi tion 3 Swing the lever back up Do not use force to swing the lever back up otherwise the mechanism will be damaged 4 Controls Steering wheel heating e Press the button The LED in the button lights up when the steer ing wheel heating is switched on 41 Online Edition for Part no 01 41 2 602 994 08 09 BMW AG Transporting children safely Transporting children safely The right place for children Do not leave children unattended in the vehicle otherwise they coul
146. ire inflation pressure reset the Tire Pressure Monitor refer to page 74 or reinitialize the Flat Tire Monitor refer to page 72 4 Inflation pressure specifications The tables below provide all the correct inflation pressures for the specified tire sizes at ambient temperature gt The inflation pressures apply to the tire sizes approved and tire brands recom mended by BMW a list of these is available from your BMW center 4 For correct identification of the right tire infla tion pressures observe the following gt Tire sizes for your vehicle gt Load conditions gt Maximum allowable driving speed Tire inflation pressures for driving up to 100 mph or 160 km h For normal driving up to 100 mph or 160 km h and to achieve optimum driving comfort adjust pressures to the respective tire inflation pres sures listed on the following pages in the col umns for traveling speeds up to a maximum of 100 mph or 160 km h These tire inflation pressures can also be found on the driver s side door post when the driver s door is open Ja The maximum permissible speed for these tire pressures is 100 mph or 160 km h Do not exceed this speed otherwise tire damage and accidents could occur 4 Tire inflation pressures for driving above 100 mph or 160 km h In order to drive at maximum speeds in excess of 100 mph or 160 km h adjust pressures to the respective tire inflation pres sures listed on the following pages
147. issible tire width FN Avoid car washes with guide rail heights over 4 in 10 cm otherwise there is the danger of damaging chassis parts 4 Preparations before driving into an automatic car wash gt Unscrew the rod antenna gt Deactivate the rain sensor to prevent unin tentional wiping gt Sports Wagon deactivate the rear window wiper and protect it against damage If nec essary ask the operator of the car wash about protective measures you should take gt Remove additional add on parts e g spoil ers or phone antennas if they could be damaged Automatic transmission Before driving into an automatic car wash per form the following steps to ensure that the vehi cle can roll 1 Insert the remote control into the ignition lock even with Comfort Access Move the selector lever to position N Release the parking brake Switch off the engine oS amp WN Leave the remote control in the ignition lock so that the vehicle can roll Steam jets high pressure washers When using steam jets or high pressure washers ensure that you maintain suffi cient clearance to the vehicle and do not exceed a temperature of 140 F 60 C Insufficient clearance or excessive pressure or temperature can lead to component damage or 143 Online Edition for Part no 01 41 2 602 994 08 09 BMW AG gt Care water penetration Follow the operating instruc tions of the high pressure washer
148. ives licenses Unprofessional attempts to work on the system could lead to failure in an emergency or to undesired airbag activation either of which could result in per sonal injury 4 gt l For technical reasons the head restraint cannot be removed lt 4 H gt To lower press the button arrow 1 and slide the head restraint down Front seats Height adjustment gt To raise pull up 36 Rear seats Height adjustment a i ica gt To raise pull up gt To lower press the button arrow 1 and slide the head restraint down The center head restraint is not height adjust able Removing Sedan Only with through loading system 1 Pull up as far as it will go 2 Press the button arrow 1 tilt the rear seat backrest slightly forward and pull the head restraint all the way out gt Only remove the head restraints if no pas sengers will be sitting in the rear Reinstall head restraints before transporting passengers in the rear Folding head restraints down and back up Folding down Press the button arrow 1 Folding up Pull the head restraint Online Edition for Part no 01 41 2 602 994 08 09 BMW AG Depending on the equipment version it may be possible to fold down the outer rear head restraints as well gt Only fold the head restraints down if no i passengers will be sitting in the rear Fold up the head restraints before transporting pas sengers in the rea
149. k mounting points To The jacking points are at the positions shown in the illustration Vehicle battery Battery care The battery is 100 maintenance free the electrolyte will last for the life of the battery when the vehicle is operated in a temperate cli mate Your BMW center will be glad to advise in all matters concerning the battery Replacing the battery Only use vehicle batteries that have been approved for your vehicle by the manu facturer otherwise the vehicle could be dam aged and systems or functions may not be fully available 4 After a battery replacement have the battery registered on the vehicle by your service center to ensure that all comfort functions are fully available Charging the battery Only charge the battery in the vehicle via the terminals in the engine compartment with the engine off Connections refer to Jump starting on page 156 Disposal Have old batteries disposed of by your ES BMW center or bring them to a recycling center Maintain the battery in an upright posi tion for transport and storage Always secure the battery against tipping over during trans port lt 4 Power failure After a temporary power loss the functioning of some equipment may be limited and require reinitialization Individual settings may likewise have been lost and will have to be programmed gt Time and date These values must be updated refer to page 67 gt Radio Stations must be
150. lamp W16W bulb 16 watts gt Other lamps P21W bulb 21 watts The tail lamps are divided in two parts One part is in the trunk lid the other is in the fender aN ous 1 Brake lamp 2 Roadside parking lamp tail lamp LED Online Edition for Part no 01 41 2 602 994 08 09 BMW AG Turn signal LED Backup lamp Tail lamp LED 6 Brake lamp a fF OQ If one of the bulbs 2 3 or 5 malfunctions please contact your BMW center or a workshop that works according to BMW repair procedures with correspondingly trained personnel Sports Wagon gt Brake lamp in the tailgate H21W bulb 21 watts gt Backup lamp W16W bulb 16 watts gt Other lamps P21W bulb 21 watts The tail lamps are divided in two parts One part is in the tailgate the other is in the fender 4 a 2 1 6 1 Brake lamp 2 Roadside parking lamp tail lamp LED 3 Turnsignal LED 4 Backup lamp 5 Tail lamp LED 6 Brake lamp If one of the bulbs 2 3 or 5 malfunctions please contact your BMW center or a workshop that works according to BMW repair procedures with correspondingly trained personnel Fender mounted lamps Sedan 1 Using a screwdriver pry off the cover in the cargo area or release the turn lock fastener by turning it counterclockwise and remove the cover Loosen the bulb holder at the clip see arrow and pull out Apply gentle pressure to the bulb while turning it to the left for removal and replace ment 4 R
151. le Additional sources of information Should you have any other questions your BMW center will be glad to advise you at any time Information on BMW e g on technical aspects can also be found on the Internet at www bmwusa com Symbols used Indicates precautions that must be fol lowed precisely in order to avoid the pos sibility of personal injury and serious damage to the vehicle 4 gt Indicates information that will assist you in gaining the optimum benefit from your vehicle and enable you to care more effectively for your vehicle Refers to measures that can be taken to help protect the environment 4 lt Marks the end of a specific item of informa tion Indicates special equipment country spe cific equipment and optional accessories as well as equipment and functions not yet avail able at the time of printing Symbols on vehicle components Ti Indicates that you should consult the rel evant section of this Owner s Manual for information on a particular part or assembly Online Edition for Part no 01 41 2 602 994 08 09 BMW AG The individual vehicle When you ordered your BMW you chose vari ous items of equipment This Owner s Manual describes the entire array of options and equip ment available with a specific BMW model Please bear in mind that the manual may con tain information on accessories and equipment that you have not specified for your own vehicle Sections describing options a
152. le for the speed being driven Cruise control system failed Active cruise control deactivated gt Driving stability control systems are active or gt parking brake is applied or gt the vehicle has not achieved a speed of 20 mph or 30 km h or gt engaged gear not suitable for the speed being driven or 168 What to do Bring the car to a stop and engage P Allow the transmission to cool down You can continue your journey but moderate your speed and exercise due caution Have the system checked if the situation reoccurs Avoid high engine loads You can con tinue your journey but moderate your speed and exercise due caution Engage selector lever position P when you wish to switch off the ignition refer to page 46 Have the system checked Have the system checked You can continue your journey Have the system checked Keep a safe distance Online Edition for Part no 01 41 2 602 994 08 09 BMW AG p gt e o Py in G 18 8 Q te GIE Cause gt Radar sensor dirty Active cruise control failed Park Distance Control failed gt High beam assistant inactive gt High beam assistant malfunction ing gt Sensitivity of the high beam assis tant has been changed Bulb of exterior lighting system failed Low beam headlamp or fog lamp failed High beam headlamp failed Adaptive light control failed Coolant level too low Engine oil pressure
153. leared 8 ALL program 9 Temperature right side 10 Defrosting windows and removing conden sation 11 Switching cooling function on off manually 12 Rear window defroster 13 Seat heating right side 37 14 Interior temperature sensor please keep clear Temperature Turn to set the desired tempera ture The automatic climate control achieves this temperature as quickly as possible regardless of the season using maximum cooling or heating power if nec essary and then maintains it Avoid rapid switching between different tem perature settings The automatic climate con trol will not have sufficient time to adjust the set temperature Maximum heating power can be obtained with the highest setting regardless of the outside temperature The system cools steadily in the lowest setting regardless of the outside temperature Maximum cooling PR Press the button hy The system is set to the lowest temperature maximum air volume and recirculated air mode 87 Online Edition for Part no 01 41 2 602 994 08 09 BMW AG Controls Climate Air flows out of the vent outlets for the upper body region Open them for this purpose Air is cooled as quickly as possible gt Above an outside temperature of approx 32 F 0 C gt When the engine is running AUTO program r Press the button AA Air volume air distribution and temperature are controlled auto matically Depending on the selected t
154. left hand steering in accordance with your vehicle Set the language You can set the language of the display Press the adjustment button for approx 12 13 seconds Briefly press the adjustment button again to switch between English E and German O The setting is automatically saved after approx 10 seconds 94 Roller sun blinds Rear window blind Tap the button in the center console to raise or lower the roller sun blind Roller sun blinds for rear side windows Pull loop of roller sun blind and hook onto bracket Do not open the window when the roller EN sun blind has been pulled up otherwise there is a risk of damage at high speeds that may result in personal injury Glove compartment Opening Pull the handle The light in the glove compartment comes on To prevent injury in the event of an acci dent while the vehicle is being driven close the glove compartment immediately after use 4 Closing Fold the cover up Online Edition for Part no 01 41 2 602 994 08 09 BMW AG Locking To lock the glove compartment use the inte grated key of the remote control refer to page 18 Center armrest Storage compartment The center armrest between the front seats contains either a compartment or the cover for the snap in adapter depending on the equip ment version s Opening Press the button see arrow Settings Slide the center armrest on the driver s side into
155. leted Reassigning individual programs 1 Hold the original hand held transmitter at a distance of approx 4 to 12 in 10 to 30 cm from the memory buttons 1 FR The required distance between the hand held transmitter and the mem ory buttons 1 depends on the system of the respective original hand held transmitter used 4 2 Press the desired memory button 1 of the integrated universal remote control w If the LED 2 flashes slowly after approx 20 seconds press the transmit key of the original hand held transmitter Release both buttons as soon as the LED 2 flashes rapidly If the LED 2 does not flash rapidly after approx 15 seconds alter the distance and repeat this step Online Edition for Part no 01 41 2 602 994 08 09 BMW AG Digital compass 1 Adjustment button 2 Display The display shows you the main or secondary compass direction in which you are driving Operating principle You can call up various functions by pressing the adjustment button with a pointed object To set the compass zone press the adjustment button for approx 3 4 seconds The number of the compass zone set is shown in the display To change the zone setting briefly press the adjustment button repeatedly until the display shows the number of the compass zone corre sponding to your current location such as a pen or similar item The following adjustment options are displayed one after the other depending on how long yo
156. limits 72 Flat tires refer to Tire condition 133 Fluid reservoir refer to Washer fluid reservoir 53 Fog lamps 82 indicator lamp 82 160 Folding rear seat backrest 99 Folding up the floor panel 101 Footbrake refer to Braking safely 108 Footwell lamps refer to Interior lamps 83 For your own safety 5 Four wheel drive refer to xDrive 71 Front airbags 77 FTM refer to Flat Tire Monitor 72 Fuel 115 additives 116 average consumption 63 gauge 62 high quality brands 115 quality 115 specifications 115 tank contents refer to Capacities 178 Fuel clock refer to Fuel gauge 62 Fuel display refer to Fuel gauge 62 Fuel efficient driving refer to Energy Control 62 Fuel filler flap 114 releasing in the event of electrical malfunction 114 Fuses 154 G Garage door opener refer to Integrated universal remote control 91 Gasoline refer to Average consumption 63 Gasoline refer to Required fuel 115 Gasoline display refer to Fuel gauge 62 Gear indicator automatic transmission with Steptronic 48 Gearshift lever automatic transmission with Steptronic 49 manual transmission 48 Gearshifts automatic transmission with Steptronic 49 manual transmission 48 General driving notes 107 Online Edition for Part no 01 41 2 602 994 08 09 BMW AG Glass roof electric 29 closing after electrical malfunction 30 Convenient operation 20 22 ini
157. lity problems which you suspect could be related to the fuel you are using we recommend that you respond by switching to a recognized high quality brand such as gasoline that is advertised as Top Tier Detergent Gasoline Failure to comply with these recommendations may also result in unscheduled maintenance 4 BMW Advanced Diesel required fuel Ultra low sulfur diesel The engine of your BMW is designed for diesel with low sulfur content Ultra low sulfur diesel ASTM D 975 07a Refuel with ultra low sulfur diesel only The percentage of biodiesel in the fuel must not exceed 5 this type of fuel is referred to as B5 Do not refuel with gasoline If you have accidentally refueled with the wrong fuel e g with gasoline do not start the engine other wise engine damage may occur 4 115 Online Edition for Part no 01 41 2 602 994 08 09 BMW AG gt 2 Refueling If you have refueled with the wrong fuel contact your BMW center gt The filler neck is designed for refueling at diesel fuel pumps If the filler nozzle cannot be inserted into your BMW s filler pipe please ensure that you are refueling at a diesel fuel pump and that it is equipped with a diesel filler nozzle 4 gt In the event the Ultra Low Sulfur Diesel fuel cannot be fully inserted into the fuel filler neck please contact BMW Roadside Assistance for instructions on how to add fuel For more information on BMW Roadside Assis
158. loor mats or clean them with interior cleaner if heavily soiled The floor mats can be removed for cleaning When replacing the mats ensure that the seat rails do not extend over the floor mats as this may damage the mats Lint on the floor mats occurs for technical rea sons and can be removed by vacuuming repeatedly Interior plastic parts gt Imitation leather surfaces gt Lamp glasses gt Display pane of instrument cluster gt Matte parts Clean with water and solvent free plastic cleaner if necessary Fine wood parts Clean fine wood trim and fine wood parts with a damp cloth Wipe dry with a soft cloth Safety belts Dirty belt straps impede the reeling action and thus have a negative impact on safety Do not clean chemically as this may destroy the webbing 4 Interior sensors cameras To clean interior sensors and cameras use a lint free cloth moistened with glass cleaner Displays To clean displays e g of the radio or instrument cluster use a cleaning cloth for displays or a soft non abrasive lint free cloth Avoid applying excessive pressure when EN cleaning the displays otherwise damage may occur 4 gt 2 Do not use chemical or abrasive house hold cleaning agents Keep all types of fluid away from the device Otherwise surfaces or electrical components may be corroded or damaged 4 145 Online Edition for Part no 01 41 2 602 994 08 09 BMW AG Care CD DV
159. lt 2 Pull the belt strap all the way out 3 Allow the belt strap to retract and pull it taut against the child restraint system The safety belt is locked To unlock the safety belt 1 Open the belt buckle 2 Remove the child restraint system 3 Allow the safety belt strap to retract all the way LATCH child restraint fixing system LATCH Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHil dren To install and use the LATCH child restraint system follow the operating and safety instructions provided by the manufac turer of the system otherwise the protective function of the seat may be compromised lt 4 Before installing the child seat pull the belt out of the area for the child restraint fixing system Ensure that both lower LATCH anchors are correctly engaged and that the child restraint system is resting firmly against the backrest otherwise the protective function of the seat may be compromised 4 Rear seats with through loading system 3 3 rte The anchor points for the lower LATCH anchors are located behind the labeled protec tive caps Controls Rear seats without through loading system Va tS LS L5 The anchor points for the lower LATCH anchors are located at the positions indicated by arrows in the gap between the seat and the backrest Child restraint system with tether strap Use the top tether anchors to secure child restraint systems only otherwise the anchors
160. mains permanently on In the event of a fault in the airbag system have it checked without delay otherwise there is the risk that the system will not function as intended even if a sufficiently severe acci dent occurs 4 Online Edition for Part no 01 41 2 602 994 08 09 BMW AG Lamps Parking lamps low beams O Lamps off daytime running lights 1 Parking lamps and daytime running lights 2 Low beam headlamps and welcome lamps 3 Automatic headlamp control daytime run ning lights welcome lamps high beam assistant and adaptive light control When you open the driver s door with the igni tion switched off the exterior lighting is auto matically switched off if the light switch is in position 0 2 or 3 Switch on the parking lamps if necessary switch position 1 Parking lamps In switch position 1 the front rear and side vehicle lighting is switched on You can use the parking lamps for parking When the ignition is switched off and the switch is in position 1 only the outside sections of the rear lamps are illuminated refer to page 150 TK 7 The parking lamps will discharge the bat tery Therefore do not leave them on for unduly long periods of time otherwise the bat tery might not have enough power to start the engine It is preferable to switch on the left hand or right hand roadside parking lamps refer to page 81 4 Low beams The low beams light up when the light switch is in po
161. moving the lever away from P or N with the vehicle stationary first depress the brake otherwise the selector lever will refuse to move shiftlock To prevent the vehicle from creeping after you select a driving position depress the brake until you are ready to start A lock prevents you from inadvertently engag ing selector lever positions R and P To cancel the lock press the button on the front of the selector lever see arrow P Park Select this only when the vehicle is stationary The rear wheels are locked R Reverse Select this only when the vehicle is stationary N Neutral You can select this in a car wash for example The vehicle can roll D Drive automatic position Position for normal vehicle operation All for ward gears are selected automatically Under normal operating conditions fuel con sumption is lowest when you are driving in posi tion D Kickdown Kickdown enables you to achieve maximum performance Press the accelerator pedal beyond the full throttle resistance point Sport program and manual operation M S Move selector lever from position D toward the left into the M S shifting slot The sport program is activated and DS is dis played on the instrument cluster This position is recommended for a performance oriented driving style To deactivate the sport program or manual mode M S move the selector lever to the right into position D Shifting gears via the selector lev
162. mps and the door s courtesy lamps are also switched on or off The alarm system is also armed or disarmed For further details of the alarm system refer to page 25 Operating from inside By means of the button for central locking refer to page 22 In the event of a sufficiently severe accident the central locking system unlocks automatically In addition the hazard warning flashers and inte rior lamps come on Opening and closing Using the remote control Persons or animals in a parked vehicle could lock the doors from the inside You should therefore take the remote control with you when you leave the vehicle so that the latter can be opened from outside 4 Unlocking Press the button Theinterior lamps the courtesy lamps andthe welcome lamps come on Setting unlocking characteristics You can set whether only the driver s door or the entire vehicle is to be unlocked when the button is pressed for the first time For operating principle refer to page 64 1 Switch on the ignition refer to page 46 2 Lightly push button 1 in the turn indicator lever up or down repeatedly until the sym bol appears in the display accompanied by the word SET 3 Press button 2 19 Online Edition for Part no 01 41 2 602 994 08 09 BMW AG Controls Opening and closing 4 Lightly push button 1 in the turn indicator lever down repeatedly until the symbol appears in the display ZN 5 Pre
163. n be opened from outside 4 Trunklid tailgate Dl In order to avoid damage make sure there _ is sufficient clearance before opening the trunk lid tailgate 4 Opening from inside Press the button the trunk lid tailgate opens unless it has been locked Opening from outside Sedan Press the button see arrow or the BJ button on the remote control for a longer period The trunk lid will open slightly It can now be swung upwards TK Inthe event of a malfunction please con _ tact your BMW center or a workshop that works according to BMW repair procedures with correspondingly trained personnel Sports Wagon Press the button see arrow or the BJ button on the remote control for a longer period The tail 23 Online Edition for Part no 01 41 2 602 994 08 09 BMW AG Controls Opening and closing gate will open slightly It can now be swung upwards D When the button on the roller cover is _ pressed refer to page 99 the roller cover is raised Before closing the tailgate press the roller cover downward until it engages 4 Opening manually Sports Wagon In the event of an electrical malfunction 1 From the cargo area swing the cover on the tailgate upward 2 Pull the ring upward The tailgate is unlocked 3 Open the tailgate and close the cover again The tailgate is locked as soon as it is pressed shut 24 Locking or unlocking separately The switch is l
164. n position P with engine running or ignition switched on and brake depressed gt Brake signal malfunctioning gear can be engaged without depress ing the brake What to do Check the inflation pressure and reset the system refer to page 74 Have the system checked Have the system checked You can continue your journey but moderate your speed and exercise due caution Have the system checked without delay Always depress the brake to engage a gear Overriding selector lever lock refer to page 50 To engage a gear while the vehicle is at a standstill always step on the brake Before leaving the vehicle engage P and switch off the engine gt o 2 167 Online Edition for Part no 01 41 2 602 994 08 09 BMW AG Indicator and warning lamps a D gt Cause Lights up in red Transmission overheating Lights up in yellow Transmission too hot f ae P is not engaged Vehicle not pre vented from rolling 4P Selector lever position P not engaged Ignition cannot be switched off Pinch protection system of the power A windows malfunctioning Pinch protection system of the electric 2 glass roof panorama glass roof mal functioning fs Cruise control deactivated D Driving stability control systems are active or gt parking brake is applied or gt the vehicle has not achieved a speed of 20 mph or 30 km h or gt engaged gear not suitab
165. n the filler neck refer also to the diagram next to the filler neck 4 Ifthe coolant is low slowly add coolant up to the specified level do not overfill 5 Turn the cap until there is an audible click 6 Have the reason for the coolant loss elimi nated as soon as possible 140 Online Edition for Part no 01 41 2 602 994 08 09 BMW AG Maintenance BMW Maintenance System The BMW Maintenance System supports the preservation of the traffic and operating safety of your BMW The objective is to optimize efforts with respect to minimal vehicle mainte nance costs If and when you come to sell your BMW a com prehensive record of servicing will prove a sig nificant benefit Condition Based Service CBS Sensors and special algorithms take the differ ent driving conditions of your BMW into account Condition Based Service uses this to determine the current and future service requirements By letting you define a service and maintenance regimen that reflects your own individual requirements the system builds the basis for trouble free driving In the instrument cluster you can have the remaining times or distances for selected main tenance tasks and any legally prescribed dates displayed refer to page 65 gt Engine oil Brake pads separately for front and rear Brake fluid Vehicle check VYY V Legally mandated inspections depending on local regulations V Diesel particulate filter Service
166. n to avehicle in front of you or may cause the system to react to a vehicle actually in the lane next to you Always be ready to take action or apply the brakes if necessary While active cruise control is capable of braking your vehicle automatically when you approach a slower vehicle ahead it is important to be aware that the ability of the sys tem to apply the brakes is also limited e g when you reduce your desired speed sharply The system cannot stop your vehicle It uses only a portion of braking system capacity and does not utilize the full capacity of the vehicle braking system Therefore the system cannot decrease your speed for large differences in speed between your vehicle and the vehicle ahead Examples when you approach a vehicle traveling at a much lower speed than your own speed such as approaching a toll booth or when a much slower vehicle cuts in front of you at close range 4 Controls Active cruise control can only decelerate the vehicle to approx 20 mph or 30 km h Swerving vehicles When a vehicle moves from an adjacent lane into your lane active cruise control will not rec ognize this vehicle until it is fully in your lane ahead of your vehicle 59 Online Edition for Part no 01 41 2 602 994 08 09 BMW AG iving Dr When a vehicle ahead suddenly swerves into your lane the system may not be able to maintain the selected distance automatically This also applies to great differ
167. nd special equip ment are marked by asterisks to assist you in identifying possible differences between the descriptions in this manual and your own vehi cle s equipment If equipment in your BMW is not described in this Owner s Manual please refer to the accom panying Supplementary Owner s Manuals Editorial notice BMW pursues a policy of continuous ongoing development that is conceived to ensure that our vehicles continue to embody the highest quality and safety standards combined with advanced state of the art technology For this reason it is possible in exceptional cases that features described in this Owner s Manual could differ from those on your vehicle For your own safety Maintenance and repair Advanced technology e g the use of modern materials and powerful electron ics requires specially adapted maintenance and repair methods You should therefore have the corresponding work on your vehicle per formed only by your BMW center or at a work shop that works according to BMW repair pro cedures with correspondingly trained personnel If this work is not carried out prop erly there is a danger of subsequent damage and related safety hazards 4 Parts and accessories FN For your own safety use genuine parts and accessories approved by BMW When you purchase accessories tested and approved by BMW and Original BMW Parts you simultaneously acquire the assurance that they have been thoroughly tested by
168. nder the Federal Motor Vehi cle Safety Standard No 109 Grades B and A represent higher levels of performance on the laboratory test wheel than the minimum required by law The temperature grade for this tire is established for a tire that is properly inflated and not overloaded Excessive speed underinflation or excessive loading either sep arately or in combination can cause heat buildup and possible tire failure 4 RSC run flat tires You will recognize run flat tires by a circular symbol containing the letters RSC on the side of the tire refer to page 134 M S Winter and all season tires These have better winter properties than sum mer tires XL Designation for specially reinforced tires Tire condition Inspect your tires frequently for tread wear signs of damage and for foreign objects lodged in the tread Check the tread depth Minimum tread depth The tread depth should not drop below 1 8 in 3 mm although for example European legisla tion only specifies a minimum tread depth of 1 16 in 1 6 mm At tread depths below 1 8 in 3 mm there is an increased risk of high speed hydroplaning even when only small amounts of water are present on the road surface When winter tires wear down past a tread depth of 1 6 in 4 mm they become perceptibly less suitable for winter conditions In the interest of safety new tires should be installed Wear indicators in the base of the tread groove are distribut
169. ng separately 24 Hot exhaust system 107 Hydraulic brake assist refer to Dynamic Brake Control DBC 70 Hydroplaning 108 Ice warning refer to Outside temperature warning 61 Identification marks run flat tires 134 tire coding 132 Ignition 46 switched off 47 switched on 46 Ignition key refer to Remote control with integrated key 18 Ignition key position 1 refer to Radio readiness 46 Ignition key position 2 refer to Ignition on 46 Ignition lock 46 Imprint 2 Indicator and warning lamps 13 Tire Pressure Monitor TPM 74 Indicator and warning lamps overview 160 Individual air distribution 85 Inflation pressure refer to Tire inflation pressure 119 Inflation pressure monitoring refer to Tire Pressure Monitor TPM 73 Initializing after power failure 153 compass refer to Calibrating 93 Flat Tire Monitor FTM 72 glass roof 30 panorama glass roof 32 Installation location telephone 95 Instrument cluster 12 Instrument lighting 82 Instrument panel refer to Cockpit 10 Integrated key 18 Integrated universal remote control 91 Interior lamps 83 remote control 20 Interior motion sensor 26 Interior rearview mirror 40 automatic dimming feature 40 compass 93 Interlock refer to Disengaging the remote control 48 Intermittent mode of the wipers 51 J Jacking points 153 Jumpering refer to Jump starting 156 185 Reference Everything fr
170. ng cooling function on off The passenger compartment can only be cooled while the engine is running Press the button En The air is cooled and dehumidified and depending on the tempera ture setting warmed again Depending on the weather the windshield may fog up briefly when the engine is started Pressing the AUTO button automatically switches on the cooling function Rear window defroster Press the button The defroster is switched off auto matically after a certain time Depending on your vehicle s equipment the upper wires serve as an antenna and are not part of the rear window defroster Switching the system on off Switching off With the blower at its lowest set ting press the left side of the but ton to switch off the automatic cli mate control All displays are cleared except for the rear win dow defroster if it is switched on The outside air supply is blocked when l the automatic climate control is switched off If the air quality deteriorates or the window fogs over switch the system back on and increase the air volume 4 Switching on Press any button except the ALL or the rear window defroster button to reactivate the auto matic climate control Ventilation 1 Use the thumbwheels to smoothly open and close the air vents Controls 2 Use the lever to change the direction of the airflow 3 Thumbwheel for more or less cool air from the vents for the upper body ar
171. nia law requires us to issue the following warning Engine exhaust and a wide variety of automobile components and parts 5 Online Edition for Part no 01 41 2 602 994 08 09 BMW AG Notes including components found in the interior fur nishings in a vehicle 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 reproductive harm Battery posts terminals and related accesso ries contain lead and lead compounds 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 4 Service and warranty We recommend that you read this publication thoroughly Your BMW is covered by the following warran ties gt New Vehicle Limited Warranty Rust Perforation Limited Warranty Federal Emissions System Defect Warranty Federal Emissions Performance Warranty VV VV California Emission Control System Limited 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
172. nk lid tailgate or rear window is closed the lid will reopen The hazard warning flashers flash and an acoustic signal sounds 4 Switching on radio readiness Radio readiness is switched on by pressing the start stop button refer to page 46 gt Do not depress the brake or the clutch otherwise the engine will start 4 Starting the engine You can start the engine or switch on the igni tion when a remote control is inside the vehicle Itis not necessary to insert aremote control into the ignition lock refer to page 46 Switching off the engine in cars with automatic transmission The engine can only be switched off when the selector lever is in position P refer to page 47 To switch the engine off when the selector lever is in position N the remote control must be in the ignition lock Malfunction Comfort Access may malfunction due to local radio waves If this happens open or close the vehicle via the buttons on the remote control or using the integrated key To start the engine afterward insert the remote control into the ignition lock 27 Online Edition for Part no 01 41 2 602 994 08 09 BMW AG Controls Opening and closing Warning lamps Z The warning lamp in the instrument cluster lights up when you attempt to start the engine the engine cannot be started The remote control is not inside the vehicle or is malfunctioning Take the remote control with you inside the vehicl
173. ns Active cruise control is deactivated You can reactivate the system if desired by tapping or pulling the lever when road and traffic conditions permit It is not pos sible to resume a stored speed Radar sensor The sensor s ability to detect vehicles ahead may be restricted as a result of heavy rain dirt snow or ice If necessary clean the radar sensor located in the front bumper see arrow Be sure to use particular care when removing any layers of snow or ice from the sensor The system cannot be activated if the sensor is incorrectly aligned 58 For US owners only The transmitter and receiver units comply with part 15 of the FCC Federal Communications Commission regulations Operation is gov erned by the following FCC ID NF3 ACC2SCU 003YK04001 0000 Compliance statement This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules Operation is subject to the following two conditions gt This device must not cause harmful inter ference and gt this device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation rN Any unauthorized modifications or changes to these devices could void the user s authority to operate this equipment lt 4 Malfunction j a I The warning lamp comes on when the system has failed More informa tion can be found beginning on page 160 Online Edition for Part no 01 41 2 602 994 08 09 BMW AG System limita
174. nside the car refer to Automatic climate control 87 Adjusting the thigh support 34 Airbags 77 indicator warning lamp 78 sitting safely 33 Air conditioner 84 Air conditioning mode air conditioner 85 automatic climate control 87 ventilation 86 89 Air distribution automatic 88 individual 85 manual 85 Airing refer to Ventilation 86 89 180 Air outlets refer to Air vents 84 Air pressure refer to Tire inflation pressure 119 Air recirculation refer to Recirculated air mode 85 88 Air supply air conditioner 85 automatic climate control 87 ventilation 86 89 Air vents 84 Air volume 85 88 AKI refer to Fuel specifications 115 Alarm system 25 avoiding unintentional alarms 26 interior motion sensor 26 switching off an alarm 26 tilt alarm sensor 26 ALL program 88 All season tires refer to Winter tires 135 All wheel drive refer to xDrive 71 Ambient air refer to Recirculated air mode 85 88 Antifreeze coolant 139 washer fluid 52 Antilock Brake System ABS 70 Anti theft alarm system refer to Alarm system 25 Anti theft system 19 Approved axle loads refer to Weights 177 Approved gross vehicle weight refer to Weights 177 Armrest refer to Center armrest 95 Ashtray 96 Assistance systems refer to Driving stability control systems 70 AUC Automatic recirculated air control 88 Audio device external 95 Automatic air dis
175. nt To reactivate the system briefly push the turn indicator lever toward the high beams again gt If the high beam assistant switches on the low beams but you would like to drive with the high beams switch on the high beams as usual This deactivates the system and the high beams need to be switched off manually if necessary To reactivate the system briefly push the turn indicator lever toward the high beams again gt Use the headlamp flasher as usual with the low beams switched on System limitations The high beam assistant cannot serve as a substitute for the driver s personal judg ment of when to use the high beams Therefore manually switch off the high beams in situations where this is required to avoid a safety risk 4 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 In detecting poorly lit road users such as pedestrians cyclists horseback riders and wagons when driving close to train or ship traffic and at animal crossings gt Intight curves on hilltops or in depressions in cross traffic or half obscured oncoming traffic on highways gt In poorly lit towns and cities and in the pres ence of highly reflective signs V At low speeds gt When the windshield in front of the interior rearview mirror is fogged over dirty or cov ered with sti
176. o other systems or devices using the same radio fre quency Resetting the system Each time a tire inflation pressure has been corrected or a wheel or tire has been changed reset the system 4 For operating principle refer to page 64 1 Start the engine but do not start driving 2 Lightly push button 1 in the turn indicator lever up or down repeatedly until the corre sponding symbol appears in the display accompanied by the word RESET ur gt gt T P RESET 74 3 Press button 2 to confirm your choice of the Tire Pressure Monitor The following dis play appears ACTIVE gt RESET 4 Press button 2 for approx 5 seconds until the reading shown below is displayed RESETTING gt RESET 5 Start driving After driving a few minutes the set inflation pressures in the tires are accepted as the target values to be monitored The system reset is completed during your drive and can be interrupted at any time When the trip is resumed the reset is continued auto matically The indicator lamp goes out after the system reset is completed Message for low tire inflation pressure u The warning lamps come on in yellow ry and red In addition a signal sounds Low There is a flat tire or substantial loss of tire pressure 1 Cautiously reduce speed to below 50 mph 80 km h Avoid sudden braking and steer ing maneuvers Do not exceed a speed of 50 mph 80 km h If the car is not eq
177. o remember when driving Things to remember when driving Break in period Moving parts need breaking in time to adjust to each other Please follow the instructions below in order to achieve the optimal service life and economy of operation for your vehicle Engine and differential Always obey all official speed limits Up to 1 200 miles 2 000 km Drive at varying engine and road speeds but do not exceed gt Gasoline engine 4 500 rpm or 100 mph 160 km h gt Diesel engine 3 500 rpm or 93 mph 150 km h Avoid full throttle operation and use of the transmission s kickdown mode After driving 1 200 miles 2 000 km Engine and vehicle speeds can be gradually increased Tires Due to technical factors associated with their manufacture tires do not achieve their full trac tion potential until after an initial break in period Therefore drive cautiously during the first 200 miles 300 km Brake system Brakes require an initial break in period of approx 300 miles 500 km to achieve optimized contact and wear patterns between brake pads and rotors Drive cautiously during this break in period Clutch The function of the clutch reaches its optimal level only after a distance driven of approx 500 km During this break in period engage the clutch gently 106 Following part replacement The same break in procedures should be observed if any of the components mentioned above have to be renewed in the course of the
178. ocated in the glove compartment 1 Locking the trunk lid 2 Unlocking the trunk lid Locking separately Push the switch in the direction of arrow 1 The trunk lid is locked and cannot be unlocked using the central locking system If you give the remote control without the inte grated key to someone else while the glove compartment is locked the trunk lid cannot be opened This is an advantage when valet park ing for example Locking the glove compart ment refer to page 95 Unlocking separately Push the switch in the direction of arrow 2 Emergency release Pull the lever in the cargo area The trunk lid is unlocked Closing The handle recesses on the interior trim of the trunk lid tailgate make it easier to pull down Online Edition for Part no 01 41 2 602 994 08 09 BMW AG Make sure that the closing path of the trunk lid tailgate is clear otherwise inju ries may result Sedan Sports Wagon Sports Wagon opening and closing the rear window Small items can be loaded and unloaded quickly when the rear window is opened sepa rately gt When the button on the roller cover is _ pressed refer to page 99 the roller cover is raised Before closing the rear window press the roller cover downward until it engages lt 4 Press the button the rear window opens slightly It can now be swung upwards Press the window shut to close it Make sure that the corners of any pointed EN or sharp ed
179. ock refer to page 19 or 22 After switching off the ignition When the remote control is removed or the igni tion is switched off you can still operate the roof 29 Online Edition for Part no 01 41 2 602 994 08 09 BMW AG Opening and closing for approx 1 minute as long as no door has been opened Pinch protection system If the glass roof encounters an obstruction dur ing closing from approximately the middle of the opening in the roof or during closing from the raised position the closing movement is interrupted and the glass roof is opened again slightly Despite the pinch protection system EN check and clear the roof s travel path prior to closing it otherwise the safety system might fail to detect certain kinds of obstructions such as very thin objects and the roof would con tinue closing 4 Closing without pinch protection If there is an external danger press the switch forward past the resistance point The roof closes without pinch protection Following interruptions in electrical power supply After a power failure there is a possibility that the glass roof can only be raised The system must be initialized BMW recommends having this work done by your BMW center Closing manually In the event of an electrical malfunction you can move the glass roof manually 1 Unclip the front of the cover of the interior lamps using the screwdriver from the onboard vehicle tool kit refer to page 1
180. of 100 mph 160 km h Rikt hi0 32 220 32 220 33 230 32 220 33 230 33 230 38 260 Q 36 250 39 270 41 280 35 240 41 280 41 280 45 310 Traveling speeds including those exceeding 100 mph 160 km h Atit tio Q 33 230 36 250 38 260 36 250 36 250 33 230 38 260 Online Edition for Part no 01 41 2 602 994 08 09 BMW AG z 41 280 44 300 45 310 39 270 44 300 41 280 45 310 Tire size All pressure specifications in the table are indicated in psi kilopascal with cold tires Cold ambient temperature With Sport Package 205 55 R16 91 H M S 225 50 R 16 92 HM S 225 50 R 16 92 V 225 45 R 17 91 H M S 225 45 R 17 91 V 225 45 R 17 94 V M S XL Front 225 45 R 17 91 V Rear 255 40 R 17 94 V Front 225 40 R 18 88 W Rear 255 35 R 18 90 W Front 225 40 R 18 88 Y Rear 255 35 R 18 90 Y Front 225 35 R 19 88 Y XL Rear 255 30 R 19 91 Y XL More details on the permissible load and weights can be found on page 177 Pressure specifications in psi kPa Traveling speeds including those exceeding 100 mph 160 km h Atit tio F Traveling speeds up to a max of 100 mph 160 km h Atit tio F 32 220 36 250 38 260 45 310 32 220 39 270 38 260 45 310 33 230 41 280 44 300 51 350 32 220 38 260 35 240 45 310 33 230 41 280 41 280 48 330 33 230 36 250 41 280 44 300 38 260 41 280 45 310 48 330
181. om A to Z Jump starting 156 K Key refer to Integrated key remote control 18 Keyless go refer to Comfort Access 26 Keyless opening and closing refer to Comfort Access 26 Key Memory refer to Personal Profile 18 Kickdown 49 automatic transmission with Steptronic 49 Knock control 115 L Lamps automatic headlamp control 79 parking lamps low beams 79 Lamps and bulbs replacing bulbs 147 Lap and shoulder belt refer to Safety belts 38 Lashing eyes refer to Securing cargo 110 LATCH child restraint fixing system 43 Leather care 145 LED Light emitting diodes 148 Length refer to Dimensions 175 License plate lamp replacing bulb 152 Light high beam assistant 81 Light alloy wheels 144 Light emitting diodes LED 148 Lighter 96 connecting electrical appliances 96 186 Lighting instruments 82 lamps and bulbs 147 vehicle refer to Lamps 79 Light switch 79 Load 109 Load securing equipment refer to Securing cargo 110 Lock buttons doors refer to Locking 23 Locking adjusting confirmation signal 20 from inside 23 from outside 20 without remote control refer to Comfort Access 26 Locking and unlocking doors confirmation signals 20 from inside 22 from outside 19 Low beam control refer to High beam assistant 81 Low beam headlamps 79 automatic 79 indicator lamp defective bulb 169 replacing bulbs 149 Lower back support
182. on the basis of road traffic visibility and weather conditions Active cruise control is intended for use on highway type roadways where traffic is moving relatively smoothly Do not use this system in city driving heavy traffic such as during rush hour on curvy winding roads slippery roads or roads with sharp curves such as highway off ramps during inclement weather such as snow strong rain or fog or when entering inter changes service parking areas or toll booths It is also important to regulate your vehicle s speed and distance setting within applicable legal limits Always be ready to take action or apply the brakes if necessary especially when the system is actively following a vehicle in front of you Otherwise driving situations could result that pose the risk of accidents 4 Controls 55 Online Edition for Part no 01 41 2 602 994 08 09 BMW AG iving Dr One lever for all functions TEA J Store and increase desired speed Store and decrease desired speed Deactivate system refer to page 57 BR ND Resume stored desired speed and dis tance refer to page 57 5 Select distance to vehicle driving ahead refer to page 56 Storing current speed Briefly press the lever arrow 1 or briefly pull it arrow 2 at a driving speed of more than approx 20 mph or 30 km h The car s current speed is stored It is displayed on the speedometer and briefly in the instru ment cluster Incr
183. ons are suitable The brake lamps do not light up when the park ing brake is applied 4 48 Manual transmission D A Big 5 6 When shifting into 5th or 6th gear press the gearshift lever to the right Otherwise the engine could be damaged if you inadvert ently shift into 3rd or 4th gear 4 as LH 4 Reverse gear Select this only when the vehicle is stationary When the gearshift lever is pressed to the left a slight resistance has to be overcome Automatic transmission with Steptronic In addition to fully automatic operation you can also manually shift with the Steptronic refer to page 49 Vehicle parking To prevent the vehicle from rolling always select position P and apply the parking brake before leaving the vehicle with the engine running 4 Disengaging the remote control In order to remove the remote control from the ignition lock you must first move the selector lever to position P and switch off the engine interlock Removing the remote control from the ignition lock refer to page 46 Selector lever positions PRNDMS Online Edition for Part no 01 41 2 602 994 08 09 BMW AG Displays in the instrument cluster P RND DS M1 to M6 The selector lever position is displayed or the current gear in the manual mode Changing selector lever positions gt With the ignition switched on or the engine running the selector lever can be moved out of position P gt Before
184. ons or other objects not specifically approved for seats with integral side airbags to the front seats Do not hang items of clothing such as coats or jackets over the backrests Do not attempt to remove the airbag retention system from the vehicle Do not modify the individual components of the system or its wiring in any way This includes the upholstered covers on the steering wheel instrument panel seats and roof posts as well as the sides of the roof lining Do not attempt to remove or dismantle the steering wheel Do not touch the individual components imme diately after the system has been triggered because there is a danger of burns In the event of malfunctions deactivation or triggering of the airbag restraint system have the testing repair removal and disposal of air bag generators executed only by a BMW center or a workshop that works according to repair procedures of BMW with correspondingly trained personnel and that has the required explosives licenses Unprofessional attempts to work on the system could lead to failure in an emergency or to undesired airbag activation either of which could result in personal injury 4 Warning notices and information about the air bags can also be found on the sun visors Automatic deactivation of the front passenger airbags An analysis of the impression in the front pas senger seat cushion determines whether and how the seat is occupied The front and side air bags fo
185. ont of the doors gt To avoid draining the battery all lamps inside the car are switched off about 8 minutes after the ignition is switched off refer to Start stop button on page 46 4 Switching interior lamps on off manually t Interior lamps front and rear To switch on and off press the button To switch off the interior lamps footwell lamps entry lamps and courtesy lamps per manently press the button for the front interior lamps for about 3 seconds There are reading lamps at the front and rear next to the interior lamps To switch on and off press the button Reading lamps e p Controls 83 Online Edition for Part no 01 41 2 602 994 08 09 BMW AG Climate Climate Equipment versions Depending on the equipment version your car has an air conditioner or an automatic climate control system 1 Airconditioner 85 2 Automatic climate control 87 84 Air vents 3 Airflow directed toward the windshield and side windows 4 Airto the upper body area The thumbwheels smoothly open and close the air supply The levers alter the direction of the airflow For further details of draft free ventilation refer to page 89 5 Air to the footwell Online Edition for Part no 01 41 2 602 994 08 09 BMW AG Air conditioner 1 Air distribution 2 Recirculated air mode 3 Air volume Air distribution Direct the flow of air to the win dows W to the upper body
186. ool down Do not open the hood otherwise there is a risk of injury from scalding Contact your BMW center Continue driving at more moderate speed so that the engine can cool down Have the engine checked with out delay if the situation reoccurs Switch off all unnecessary electrical consumers Have the power supply system checked without delay Have the battery checked as soon as possible Reduced braking effect stop the car carefully Contact your BMW center Have the system checked as soon as possible Reduced braking effect stop the car carefully Contact your BMW center gt o 2 Have the system checked as soon as possible 163 Online Edition for Part no 01 41 2 602 994 08 09 BMW AG Indicator and warning lamps BRAKE DTC A H He H 164 Cause Indication in US models Brake pads worn Indication in Canadian models Brake pads worn Lights up in red gt Starter failed or gt Ignition malfunctioning Engine restart only possible when brake is depressed or gt Lighting system failed Low beams tail lamps and brake lamps still operational All other lamps failed Lights up in yellow gt Control of the brake lamps failed or gt fuel supply malfunctioning Flashing Dynamic Stability Control DSC or Dynamic Traction Control DTC is con trolling drive and braking forces refer also to page 71 Dynamic Traction Control DTC acti vated refer also to
187. or Part no 01 41 2 602 994 08 09 BMW AG Connecting jumper cables Connect the jumper cables in the correct order so that no sparks which could cause injury occur 4 Your BMW has a jump starting connection in the engine compartment which acts as the bat tery s positive terminal refer also to the Engine compartment overview on page 137 The capis marked with 1 Pull the cap of the BMW jump starting con nection up to remove g 2 Attach one terminal clamp of the plus jumper cable to the positive terminal of the battery or a starting aid terminal of the vehi cle providing assistance 3 Attach the second terminal clamp of the plus jumper cable to the positive terminal of the battery or a starting aid terminal of the vehicle to be started 4 Attach one terminal clamp of the minus jumper cable to the negative terminal of the battery or to an engine or body ground of the assisting vehicle Your BMW has a special nut as body ground or negative pole 2 5 Attach the second terminal clamp of the minus jumper cable to the negative termi nal of the battery or to the engine or body ground of the vehicle to be started Starting the engine 1 Start the engine of the donor vehicle and allow it to run for a few minutes at slightly increased idle speed 2 Start the engine on the other vehicle in the usual way If the first start attempt is not successful wait a few minutes before another attempt in or
188. or the remote control currently in use Online Edition for Part no 01 41 2 602 994 08 09 BMW AG Adaptive light control The concept Adaptive light control is a variable headlamp control system that enables better illumination of the road surface Depending on the steering angle and other parameters the light from the headlamp follows the course of the road Activating Adaptive Light Control With the ignition switched on turn the light switch to position 3 refer to page 79 Standstill function to avoid blinding oncoming traffic the adaptive light control directs light towards the front passenger side when the vehicle is at a standstill Adaptive light control is not active when revers ing Malfunction The LED next to the symbol for automatic head lamp control flashes Adaptive light control is malfunctioning or has failed Have the system checked as soon as possible High beams roadside parking lamps 1 High beams 2 Headlamp flasher 3 Roadside parking lamps Roadside parking lamps left or right There is an additional option of switching on the lamps on the side of the car facing the road when parked Switching on After parking the vehicle press the lever up or down beyond the pressure point for a longer period arrow 3 ls The roadside parking lamps drain the bat tery Therefore do not leave them on for unduly long periods of time otherwise the bat tery might not have enough power
189. ors cameras Dl Keep the sensors and cameras on the _ outside of the vehicle e g those for Park Distance Control clean and free of ice to ensure that they remain fully functional Interior care Upholstery fabrics cloth trims Alcantara fabrics Vacuum regularly with a vacuum cleaner to remove superficial dirt To remove severe spots such as stains from beverages use a soft sponge or lint free microfiber cloth and suitable interior cleaners Follow the instructions on the packaging gt Clean the upholstery down to the seams using a sweeping motion Avoid strong rubbing 4 Opened Velcro fasteners on pants or other articles of clothing can damage the seat covers Ensure that Velcro fasteners are closed lt 4 Leather leather trim gt The leather used by BMW is a high quality natural product Slight irregularities in the leather are a typical characteristic of natural leather 4 Dust and road grit in the pores and folds of the leather have an abrasive effect leading to increased wear and causing the leather surface to become brittle prematurely Therefore fre quently clean the leather of dust using a cloth or vacuum cleaner Clean light colored leather more frequently as dust and dirt are more noticeable Treat the leather at least once every two months using a leather lotion as dirt and grease will gradually attack the leather s protective layer Carpets cargo area You can vacuum the carpets and f
190. ou pull away from rest or accel erate The system also recognizes unstable driving conditions for example if the rear of the car is about to swerve or if momentum is acting at an angle past the front wheels In these cases DSC helps the vehicle maintain a safe course within physical limits by reducing engine output and through braking actions at the indi vidual wheels The laws of physics cannot be repealed even with DSC An appropriate driving style always remains the responsibility of the driver Therefore do not reduce the additional safety margin again by taking risks as this could result in an accident 4 70 Deactivating DSC Press the button for at least 3 seconds the indi cator lamps for DSC in the instrument cluster light up Dynamic Traction Control DTC and DSC have been simultaneously deactivated Stabilizing and drive output promoting actions are no longer executed In the same way as with a differential interlock even if DSC is deactivated brake actions are still performed to enhance drive output if the drive wheels experience a significant loss of traction To increase vehicle stability activate DSC again as soon as possible Activating DSC Press the button again the indicator lamps in the instrument cluster go out For better control A If the indicator lamp flashes DSC is regulating the drive and brak ing forces If the indicator lamps are on DSC is deactivated Dynamic
191. oved axle loads refer to page 177 as excessive loads can pose a safety hazard and may also place you in viola tion of traffic safety laws Heavy or hard objects should not be carried loose inside the car since they could be thrown around for example as a result of heavy braking sudden swerves etc and endanger the occu pants Only attach the cargo straps using the lashing eyes shown in the illustration Do not secure cargo with the anchors for tether straps refer to page 43 otherwise these could be damaged 4 Roof mounted luggage rack A special rack system is available as an option for your BMW Comply with the directions given in the installation instructions Mounting points f2 Z The mounting points are located in the roof along the roof rails Online Edition for Part no 01 41 2 602 994 08 09 BMW AG Loading roof mounted luggage rack Because roof racks raise the vehicle s center of gravity when loaded they have a major effect on vehicle handling and steering response You should therefore always remember not to exceed the approved roof load capacity the approved gross vehicle weight or the axle loads when loading the rack You can find the applicable data under Weights on page 177 The roof load must be distributed uniformly and should not be too large in area Heavy items should always be placed at the bottom Be sure that adequate clearance is maintained for rais ing the glass roof and that
192. ox of cleaning tissues or up to 12 CD jack ets depending on vehicle equipment ver sion gt Net for securing smaller objects to be attached to the fixtures on the floor panel gt Hooks for hanging up e g shopping bags or tote bags gt Rubber strap on the left trim panel for securing small objects such as a folding umbrella gt Net for small objects on the right trim panel of the cargo area 100 gt Folding removable box under the floor panel e g for wet or dirty items gt gt Stowage compartment under the floor panel gt Insertable dividers and removable storage tray for the storage compartment under the floor panel Sports Wagon The following storage spaces can be found in the cargo area gt Umbrella holder on the bottom of the par tition net casing gt Rubber strap on the left and right trim panel for securing small objects such as a folding umbrella gt Hooks for hanging up shopping bags or tote bags for example on the left and right sides of the cargo area gt Net for small objects on the right trim panel of the cargo area gt Stowage compartment under the floor panel Depending on your vehicle s equipment other storage spaces can be found in the cargo area gt Net for securing smaller objects to be attached to the fixtures on the floor panel gt Net on the left side trim of the cargo area instead of the rubber strap gt Reversible floor panel with integrated plas tic
193. p when the vehicle is unlocked D i Call up when the driver s door is opened gt off Switch off automatic function 6 Press button 2 The setting is stored Safety belts Observe the adjustment instructions on page 34 to ensure the best possible per sonal protection 4 Before every drive make sure that all occupants wear their safety belts Airbags complement the safety belt as an additional safety device but they do not represent a substitute On the rear seats the center belt buckle marked with the letters CENTER is solely intended for the center passenger amp Make sure you hear the latch plate engage in the belt buckle The upper belt anchor is suitable for adults of any stature as long as the seat is adjusted prop erly refer to page 34 Opening 1 Grasp the belt firmly 2 Press the red button in the buckle 3 Guide the belt into its reel Online Edition for Part no 01 41 2 602 994 08 09 BMW AG Fasten safety belts reminder for driver s and front passenger seat A The indicator lamps light up and an acoustic signal sounds Check whether the safety belt has been fas tened correctly The Fasten safety belts reminder is issued as long as the driver s safety belt has not been fas tened The Fasten safety belts reminder is also activated at road speeds above approx 5 mph or 8 km h if the front passenger safety belt is not fastened if objects are placed on the
194. perature 62 Overriding selector lever lock 50 P Paintwork care 144 Panorama glass roof 30 closing after electrical malfunction 32 comfort position 31 Convenient operation 20 initializing 32 opening closing 31 pinch protection system 31 power failure 32 raising 31 remote control 20 Park assistant refer to Park Distance Control 69 Park Distance Control PDC 69 Parking vehicle 47 Parking aid refer to Park Distance Control PDC 69 Parking brake 48 indicator lamp 48 Parking lamps 79 replacing bulbs 148 150 Parking lamps low beams 79 Particulate filter refer to Diesel particulate filter 107 Partition net 99 Passenger side mirror tilt function 40 Pathway lighting 79 Personal Profile 18 Pinch protection system glass roof electric 30 panorama glass roof 31 windows 29 Placing a call refer to telephone owner s manual Polish 145 Pollen refer to Microfilter activated charcoal filter for automatic climate control 90 refer to Microfilter for air conditioner 86 Power failure 153 Power windows 28 safety switch 29 Power windows refer to Windows 28 Preheating refer to Diesel engine 47 Pressure tires 119 Pressure monitoring tires 72 Flat Tire Monitor 72 Pressure monitoring of tires refer to Tire Pressure Monitor TPM 73 Programmable buttons on the steering wheel 11 Protection function refer to Pinch protection system
195. prox 20 mph or 30 km h The car then stores and maintains the speed that you specify using the lever on the steering column In order to maintain the specified speed the system brakes the vehicle when the engine braking effect is insufficient on downhill gradients Do not use cruise control when driving at EN constant speed is prevented by adverse conditions e g winding roads dense traffic or poor road conditions due to e g snow rain ice or loose surfaces Otherwise you could lose control of the vehicle and cause an accident as a result 4 Manual transmission You can shift gears while cruise control is acti vated The system is deactivated when you drive at very low engine speeds for an extended period One lever for all functions 1 Storing and maintaining speed or accelerat ing 2 Storing and maintaining speed or deceler ating Controls 3 Deactivating cruise control 4 Resuming a speed stored beforehand Maintaining current speed Tap the lever arrow 1 or pull it briefly arrow 2 The car s current speed is stored and main tained It is displayed on the speedometer and briefly in the instrument cluster On uphill gradients it may prove impossible to maintain the set speed if current engine power output is insufficient If the engine braking effect is insufficient on downhill slopes the sys tem will brake the vehicle slightly Increasing desired speed Repeatedly press the lever to the resistance
196. r 4 Heated seats Io Depending on the vehicle s equipment press one of the buttons labeled 1 or 2 here Press the button once per temperature level Three LEDs indicate the highest temperature To switch off Press button longer If you continue driving within approx the next 15 minutes the seat heating is automatically activated at the previously set temperature The temperature is lowered or the heating is switched off entirely to save on battery power The LEDs stay lit Seat and mirror memory You can store and call up two different combi nations of driver s seat and exterior mirror posi tions Settings for the backrest width and lumbar sup port are not stored in memory Storing 1 Switch on radio readiness or the ignition refer to page 46 2 Adjust the seat and exterior mirrors to the desired positions 3 Press the button The LED in the button lights up 4 Press the desired memory button 1 or 2 the LED goes out Controls The driver s seat and exterior mirror posi tions are stored for the remote control cur rently in use Call up Do not call up the memory while you are driving otherwise unexpected seat movement could result in an accident 4 Comfort function 1 Unlock and open the driver s door or switch on radio readiness refer to page 46 2 Briefly press the desired memory button 1 or 2 The adjusting procedure is halted immediately when you tou
197. r the front passenger are activated or deactivated by the system accordingly gt The indicator lamp above the interior rearview mirror shows the current status of the front passenger airbags deactivated or 77 Online Edition for Part no 01 41 2 602 994 08 09 BMW AG Controls Technology for driving comfort and safety activated refer to Status of front passenger air bags below 4 Before transporting a child on the front passenger seat read the safety precau tions and handling instructions under Trans porting children safely refer to page 42 The front and side airbags can also be deacti vated by adolescents and adults sitting in cer tain positions the indicator lamp for the front passenger airbags comes on In such cases the passenger should change his or her sitting position so that the front passenger airbags are activated and the indicator lamp goes out If the desired airbag status cannot be achieved by changing the sitting position transport the rele vant passenger on a rear seat Do not attach seat covers seat cushion padding ball mats or other items to the front passenger seat unless they are specifically recommended by BMW Do not place any items under the seat which could press against the seat from below Other wise a correct analysis of the seat cushion is not ensured 4 Status of front passenger airbags a Gi The indicator lamp for the front passenger air bags shows the func
198. rew Online Edition for Part no 01 41 2 602 994 08 09 BMW AG driver from the onboard vehicle tool kit see arrow 3 Release the wire bracket from the anchor see arrow and fold it up ar Fal od 4 Disconnect the plug change the bulb and reconnect the plug 5 Insert the bulb 6 Fold the wire bracket down and engage it 7 Reattach the cover Be careful when installing the cover oth erwise leaks could occur and cause dam age to the headlamp system 4 Halogen lamps H7 bulb 55 watts Always wear gloves and eye protection the atmosphere within the H7 bulb is pressurized Otherwise there is a risk of injury if the bulb is damaged 4 There are separate headlamp covers for low beam headlamps and high beam headlamps Be careful when installing the covers oth erwise leaks could occur and cause dam age to the headlamp system lt 4 gt For checking and adjusting headlamp aim please contact your BMW center 4 Access to the lamps The high beam headlamp can be accessed from the engine compartment whereas the low beam headlamp is accessed through a flap in the wheel well ay ja 1 Cover for high beam headlamp 3 2 Cover for low beam headlamp 3 Turn signal bulb socket To remove the covers 1 Fold the respective wire bracket to the side see arrows 2 Flip open the cover and take it out of the guide Follow the same steps in reverse order to reat tach the covers Access t
199. rgo area provide you with a way to attach cargo area nets or draw straps for securing suitcases and luggage refer to page 110 Sports Wagon Cargo area Roller cover Pull out the cover and hook it into the retaining fixtures Do not place objects on the cover other wise they could endanger the car s occu pants e g in the case of braking or sudden swerving Do not let the cover retract otherwise it could be damaged 4 Online Edition for Part no 01 41 2 602 994 08 09 BMW AG Raising the roller cover Press the button the roller cover is raised Before closing the rear window or tailgate press the roller cover downward until it engages Expanding the cargo area The rear seat backrest is divided You can fold down either division in order to expand the cargo area a Reach into the recess and pull forwards When folding the backrest back up make sure that the catch engages properly If you cannot see ared warning area in the recess the catch is properly engaged Otherwise cargo can be thrown around inside the passen ger compartment and endanger the car s occu pants e g in the case of braking or sudden swerving 4 Observe the instructions concerning the safety belt on page 33 to ensure the best possible personal protection 4 Partition net ab b n tetee teert FN Do not let the partition net retract other wise there is a risk of danger and the par tition net
200. rive at moderate speed avoid sudden braking if possible Avoid driving on rough tracks full throttle operation and use of the transmission s kickdown mode Have the system checked imme diately You can continue your journey Reduced braking and driving stability Drive at moderate speed avoid sudden braking if possible Avoid driving on rough tracks full throttle operation and use of the transmission s kickdown mode Have the system checked imme diately 165 Online Edition for Part no 01 41 2 602 994 08 09 BMW AG gt o 2 Indicator and warning lamps ABS ED ABS BRAKE ABS E D u TIRE 166 Cause Indication in Canadian models The driving stability control systems including ABS xDrive and the Flat Tire Monitor have failed Indication in US models Vehicle electronics failed Indication in Canadian models Vehicle electronics failed Indication in Canadian models Vehicle electronics failed Vehicles with Flat Tire Monitor Light up in yellow and red gt Tire is deflated gt Flat Tire Monitor not initialized Light up in yellow Flat Tire Monitor failed Punctures are not indicated Vehicles with Tire Pressure Monitor Light up in yellow and red There is a flat tire or substantial loss of tire pressure What to do You can continue your journey Reduced braking and driving stability Drive at moderate speed avoid sudden braking if pos
201. rmittent operation When reverse gear is engaged the system switches to contin uous operation 2 Cleaning the rear window The rear window wiper does not move if the lever is in position 1 before the ignition is switched on To switch on the rear window wiper 1 Move the lever to its home position 2 Reselect the desired position Do not use the washers when the washer fluid reservoir is empty otherwise you will damage the washer pump lt 4 Washer fluid Washer fluid antifreeze is flammable Therefore keep it away from ignition sources and only store it in the closed original container that is kept out of reach of children otherwise there is a risk of personal injury Comply with the instructions on the con tainer 4 Online Edition for Part no 01 41 2 602 994 08 09 BMW AG Washer fluid filler neck Only refill washer fluid when the engine is cool to avoid contact with hot engine parts Otherwise fluid spills constitute a fire hazard and a risk to personal safety 4 oC All washer nozzles are supplied with washer fluid by the same reservoir Fill with water and if required with a washer antifreeze according to manufacturer s recom mendations Mix the water and antifreeze before filling the washer fluid reservoir to make sure the correct concentration is maintained 4 Capacity Approx 6 3 US quarts 6 liters Cruise control The concept Cruise control is available for use at speeds of ap
202. s After switching off the ignition When the remote control is removed or the igni tion is switched off you can still operate the windows for approx 1 minute as long as no door is opened Convenient operation For information on Convenient operation via the remote control or the door lock refer to page 19 or 22 For information on Convenient closing with Comfort Access refer to Locking on page 20 Online Edition for Part no 01 41 2 602 994 08 09 BMW AG Pinch protection system If the closing force exceeds a specific value as a window closes the closing action is interrupted and the window reopens slightly Despite the pinch protection system A check and clear the window s travel path prior to closing it otherwise the safety system might fail to detect certain kinds of obstruc tions such as thin objects and the window would continue closing Do not install any accessories that might inter fere with window movement Otherwise the pinch protection system could be impaired 4 Closing without pinch protection If there is an external danger or if ice on the win dows etc prevents you from closing the win dows normally proceed as follows 1 Pullthe switch past the resistance point and hold it there Pinch protection is limited and the window reopens slightly if the closing force exceeds a certain value 2 Pull the switch again past the resistance point within approx 4 seconds and hold it there The
203. s is necessary Since the vehicle maintains steering responsiveness you can still avoid possible obstacles with a minimum of steering effort Pulsation of the brake pedal combined with sounds from the hydraulic circuits indicate that ABS is in its active mode Driving in wet conditions When roads are wet or there is heavy rain briefly exert gentle pressure on the brake pedal every few miles Monitor traffic conditions to ensure that this maneuver does not endanger 108 other road users The heat generated in this process helps dry the pads and rotors to ensure that full braking efficiency will then be available when you need it Hills To prevent overheating and the resulting EN reduced efficiency of the brake system drive long or steep downhill gradients in the gear in which the least braking is required Even light but consistent brake pressure can lead to high temperatures brake wear and possibly even brake failure 4 You can increase the engine s braking effect by shifting down all the way to first gear if neces sary This strategy helps you avoid placing excessive loads on the brake system Down shifting in manual mode of the automatic trans mission refer to page 49 Never drive with the clutch held down with the transmission in neutral or with the engine switched off otherwise engine braking action will not be present or there will be no power assistance to the brakes or steering Never allow floor mats
204. s side is an OBD socket for check ing components relevant to the composition of the vehicle s emissions Emissions service The warning lamp lights up ENGINE The vehicle is producing higher emis sions The trip can be continued Have the car checked as soon as possible Canadian models display this warning ET lamp The lamp flashes under certain conditions This indicates excessive misfiring in the engine If this happens you should reduce your speed and visit your nearest BMW center as soon as possible Severe engine misfiring can quickly lead to serious damage of emissions related components especially the catalytic converter ry The warning lamp comes on if the gas 3 Cap is not properly tightened and the OBD system assumes that fuel vapor is escaping Make sure that the gas cap is cor rectly positioned and close it until it audibly clicks Data recorders Your vehicle may be equipped with one or sev eral measuring or diagnostic modules or a device for recording or sending certain vehicle data or information In addition if you have signed a service contract for BMW Assist cer tain vehicle data may be transmitted or recorded in order to facilitate the corresponding services 142 Online Edition for Part no 01 41 2 602 994 08 09 BMW AG Care Care products Regular cleaning and care contributes signifi cantly to the value retention of your BMW BMW recommends cleaning and caring for your veh
205. s strongly assisted i e less force is needed for steering As the vehicle speed increases the steering assisting power is reduced Malfunction Malfunctions are displayed via Check Control refer to page 67 Brake Force Display On the left normal braking On the right sharp braking Online Edition for Part no 01 41 2 602 994 08 09 BMW AG Airbags The following airbags are located under the marked covers 1 Front airbags 2 Head airbags 3 Side airbags in the seat backrests Protective action Observe the adjustment instructions on page 33 to ensure the best possible per sonal protection 4 The front airbags help protect the driver and front passenger by responding to frontal impacts in which safety belts alone cannot pro vide adequate restraint When needed the head and side airbags help provide protection in the event of side impact The relevant side air bag supports the side upper body area The head air bag supports the head The airbags have been designed to not be trig gered in every collision situation e g not in minor accidents or rear end collisions Do not apply adhesive materials to the cover panels of the airbags cover them or modify them in any other way Keep the dashboard and windows on the front passenger side clear i e do not cover with adhesive labels or coverings and do not attach holders such as for navigation instruments or mobile phones Do not attach seat covers cushi
206. serve display in the instrument cluster refer to page 116 4 Refilling diesel exhaust fluid in exceptional cases To be able to reach the next BMW center you can refill diesel exhaust fluid yourself while adhering to the following warnings Do not come into contact with diesel EN exhaust fluid as it can lead to skin or eye irritations Wear goggles and gloves if neces sary Follow the safety instructions on the bot tle Vapors with a sharp odor can escape from the bottle or container when it is opened Before refilling completely close the windows and doors of the vehicle to prevent the vapors from intruding into the interior If handling diesel exhaust fluid in an enclosed area ensure that the room is well ventilated After handling diesel exhaust fluid wash your hands thoroughly otherwise for example inad vertently touching your eyes may lead to eye irritations If eye irritations occur rinse the eyes thoroughly with water and consult a physician if necessary If diesel exhaust fluid comes into contact with the surface of your vehicle rinse the affected areas with water to prevent surface damage Keep diesel exhaust fluid away from children 4 Suitable diesel exhaust fluid gt Preferred BMW Diesel Exhaust Fluid Diesel exhaust fluid can be refilled conve niently with this bottle and its special adapter gt Alternatively NOx reduction agent AUS 32 You can obtain diesel exhaust fluid from your BMW center
207. sible Avoid driving on rough tracks full throttle operation and use of the transmission s kickdown mode Have the system checked imme diately You cannot continue your journey Con tact your BMW center You cannot continue your journey Con tact your BMW center You cannot continue your journey Con tact your BMW center Carefully bring the car to astop Comply with the additional information starting on page 72 Initialize Flat Tire Monitor refer to page 72 Have the system checked Carefully bring the car to astop Comply with the additional information starting on page 73 Online Edition for Part no 01 41 2 602 994 08 09 BMW AG a Cause Vehicles with Tire Pressure Monitor Light up in yellow Tire Pressure Monitor not initialized The small lamp flashes in yellow and then lights up continuously the larger lamp comes on in yellow gt Tire Pressure Monitor has failed Punctures are not indicated gt A wheel without TPM electronics has been mounted gt Interference from systems or devices that use the same radio fre quency The system automatically reactivates once it is outside of the field of interference Lights up in red gt Transmission limp home program active with restricted range of gears possibly with reduced accel eration Gears can be engaged without depressing the brake Lights up in yellow gt Automatic selector lever locked Selector lever locked i
208. sition 2 and the ignition is on Automatic headlamp control When the switch is in position 3 the low beams are switched on and off automatically depend ing on ambient light conditions e g in a tunnel in twilight or if there is precipitation The adap tive light control is active The LED next to the symbol is illuminated when the low beams are on You can also activate the daytime running lights refer to page 80 In the situations described above the lamps then automatically switch from daytime running lights to low beams Controls The headlamps may also come on when the sun is sitting low on a blue sky gt The low beams remain switched on regardless of the ambient lighting condi tions when you switch on the fog lamps 4 The automatic headlamp control cannot serve as a substitute for your personal judgment in determining when the lamps should be switched on in response to ambient lighting conditions For example the system cannot detect fog or hazy weather To avoid safety risks you should always switch on the low beam headlamps manually under these conditions 4 Welcome lamps If you leave the light switch in position 2 or 3 when you park the car the parking lamps and the interior lamps light up briefly when you unlock the vehicle Pathway lighting If you activate the headlamp flasher after switching off the ignition with the lamps switched off the low beams come on and remain on for a certain time
209. ss button 2 6 Use button 1 to select gt 41 Press the F4 button once to unlock only the driver s door and the fuel filler flap Press the button twice to unlock the entire vehicle D Zi Press the FA button once to unlock the entire vehicle 7 Press button 2 The setting is stored for the remote control currently in use Convenient opening Hold the j button down The windows and the glass roof panorama glass roof are opened Locking Press the LOCK button Switching on interior lamps While the car is locked Press the LOCK button You can also use this function to locate your vehicle in parking garages etc Sedan Unlocking the trunk lid Press the button for approx 1 second The trunk lid opens a short distance regardless of whether it was locked or unlocked 20 gt The trunk lid swings back and up when opened Ensure that there is sufficient clearance To avoid locking yourself out by accident do not place the remote control in the cargo area A previously locked trunk lid is locked again after closing Before and after each trip check that the trunk lid has not been inadvertently unlocked lt 4 Sports Wagon Unlocking the tailgate Press the button for approx 1 second The tailgate opens a short distance regardless of whether it was locked or unlocked gt The tailgate swings back and up when opened Ensure that there is sufficient clearance To avoid locking yourself o
210. ss the edge of the glass Folding mirrors in and out At driving speeds up to approx 12 mph 20 km h you can fold the mirrors in and out by 39 Online Edition for Part no 01 41 2 602 994 08 09 BMW AG Adjustments pressing button 3 This can be beneficial in nar row streets for example or for moving mirrors that were folded in by hand back out into their correct positions Mirrors that were folded in are folded out automatically at a speed of approx 25 mph 40 km h Before entering an automatic car wash fold in the exterior mirrors manually or with button 3 to prevent them from being dam aged depending on the width of the vehicle 4 Automatic heating Depending on the outside temperature both exterior mirrors are heated automatically when the engine is running or the ignition is switched on Passenger side mirror tilt function automatic curb monitor Activating 1 Push the switch to the position for the driver s side mirror arrow 1 OB gt LAN wie 2 Engage reverse gear or move the selector lever to position R The glass of the mirror on the passenger side tilts slightly down This allows the driver to see the area immediately adjacent to the vehicle e g acurb when backing into a parking space Deactivating Push the switch to the position for the passen ger side mirror arrow 2 40 Interior rearview mirror ur Turn the knob to reduce glare from the head lamps of cars beh
211. ssary Use the remote control for a longer jour ney or in cars with Comfort Access replace the battery Have the system checked immediately gt o You can continue your journey Steering characteristics are modified and steering wheel could be off center Steer carefully Have the system checked as soon as possible 161 Online Edition for Part no 01 41 2 602 994 08 09 BMW AG Indicator and warning lamps EAE SOON 162 Cause Steering assistance failed Lights up Emergency Request system has failed or is malfunctioning Lights up in red Engine malfunction Lights up in yellow Full engine power is no longer available Indication in US models Warning lamp flashes Engine malfunction under high load High engine load will result in damage to the catalytic converter Warning lamp comes on Engine malfunction with adverse effect on emissions Indication in Canadian models Warning lamp flashes Engine malfunction under high load High engine load will result in damage to the catalytic converter Warning lamp comes on Engine malfunction with adverse effect on emissions What to do Markedly different steering response You can continue your journey but moderate your speed and exercise due caution Have the system checked as soon as possible Have the system checked as soon as possible Stop the car and switch off the engine You cannot continue yo
212. ssible load and weights can be found on page 177 126 Online Edition for Part no 01 41 2 602 994 08 09 BMW AG Sedan tire inflation pressures for the 335d Tire size Pressure specifications in psi kPa Traveling speeds Traveling speeds up to a max of including those 100 mph 160 km h exceeding 100 mph 160 km h All pressure specifications in the table are indicated in psi kilopascal with cold tires th t tio th t tin Cold ambient temperature Without Sport Package 6 fi 33 230 41 280 39 270 46 320 225 45 R17 94 V M S XL 35 240 42 290 39 270 46 320 Front 225 45 R 17 91 V 33 230 39 270 R Rear 255 40 R 17 94 V 36 250 41 280 Front 225 40 R 18 88 W 35 240 39 270 Rear 255 35 R 18 90 W 3 411280 45 310 Front 225 40 R 18 88 Y 35 240 35 240 Rear 255 35 R 18 90 Y 3 411280 411280 Front 225 35 R 19 88 Y XL 411280 z 411280 Rear 255 30 R 19 91 Y XL 461320 46 320 With Sport Package ne 4 oe 33 230 41 280 41 280 48 330 225 45 R 17 94 V M S XL 35 240 42 290 42 290 49 340 Front 225 45 R 17 91 V 33 230 z 411280 Rear 255 40 R 17 94 V 36 250 451310 R Front 225 40 R 18 88 W 35 240 s 421290 Rear 255 35 R 18 90 W 41 280 491340 8 Front 225 40 R 18 88 Y 35 240 38 260 Rear 255 35 R 18 90 Y 41 280 45 310 Front 225 35 R 19 88 Y XL 41 280 441300 Rear 255 30 R 19 91 Y XL 46 320 49 340 More details on the permissible load and weights can be
213. ssistant 81 Roadside parking lamps 81 Computer 63 Settings and information about the vehicle 64 8 Instrument cluster 12 ww a START 10 Zor enon Windshield wipers 51 Rain sensor 52 Sports Wagon Rear window wiper 52 Switching the ignition on off and starting stopping the engine 46 11 Ignition lock 46 12 Buttons on the steering wheel N Od ad O Telephone Accepting and ending a call dial ing the selected phone number redialing if no phone number is selected Volume Changing the radio station Interrupting a traffic bulletin Selecting a music track Scrolling through the redial list Next entertainment source Recirculated air mode 88 Steering wheel heating 41 14 Horn entire surface 15 Adjusting the steering wheel 40 es R Cruise control 53 Active cruise control 55 17 Releasing the hood 136 18 Opening the tailgate trunk lid 23 11 Online Edition for Part no 01 41 2 602 994 08 09 BMW AG At a glance Instrument cluster a x O O O BR WN Oo 032050 123 8 Speedometer Indicator lamps for turn signals Indicator and warning lamps 13 Displays for active cruise control 55 Tachometer 61 Engine oil temperature 62 Energy Control 62 Display for gt Clock 61 gt Outside temperature 61 gt Indicator and warning lamps 67 12 8 Display for gt gt gt VV Y V VV Position of
214. steep downhill gradients and makes it even easier to control your BMW s handling under these conditions The vehicle then moves slightly faster than double walking speed without the driver needing to intervene HDC can be activated as long as you are driving under approx 20 mph or 35 km h When driving downhill at a speed of under approx 20 mph or 35 km h the vehicle s speed is automatically reduced to slightly more than double walking speed and maintained Increasing or decreasing speed By accelerating or braking you can change this speed within a range from approx 3 to 15 mph approx 5 to 25 km h You can specify a target speed within the same range using the cruise control lever on the steering column Controls 1 To increase speed 2 Todecrease speed Activating HDC a Press the button the LED lights up When the vehicle is being braked automatically the LED flashes Deactivating HDC Press the button again the LED goes out 71 Online Edition for Part no 01 41 2 602 994 08 09 BMW AG Technology for driving comfort and safety HDC is automatically deactivated at speeds greater than approx 35 mph 60 km h Using HDC In cars with manual transmission Use HDC in lower gears and in reverse gear With automatic transmission You can use HDC in any drive position Displays in the instrument cluster 1 1 Display for target speed 2 HDC display Malfunction The HDC display
215. t lt a 4 d 2 Fold away the foam insulating material 3 Release the bulb holder at the clip see arrow and remove 4 Apply gentle pressure to the bulb while turning it to the left for removal and replace ment on Re engage the bulb holder so that it audibly clicks into place 6 Reattach the trim of the tailgate License plate lamp center brake lamp parking tail lamp and turn signal These lamps use LED technology for operation In the event of a malfunction please contact your BMW center or a workshop that works according to BMW repair procedures with cor respondingly trained personnel Online Edition for Part no 01 41 2 602 994 08 09 BMW AG Changing wheels Your BMW is equipped with run flat tires as standard This removes the need to change a wheel immediately in the event of a puncture For information on continuing to drive with a damaged tire refer to Indication of a flat tire on page 73 The symbol identifying run flat tires is a circle with the letters RSC on the sidewall refer to Run flat tires page 134 When mounting new tires or changing over from summer to winter tires and vice versa mount run flat tires for your own safety In the event of a flat no spare wheel is available Your BMW center will be glad to advise you Refer also to New wheels and tires page 134 gt The tools for changing wheels are avail able as optional accessories from your BMW center 4 Jac
216. t reduces the risk of neck injury in the event of an accident Adjust the head restraint in such a way that its center is at approx ear level Oth erwise there is an increased risk of injury in the event of an accident Only remove a head restraint if no one will be sitting on the seat in question Reinstall the head restraint before transporting anyone on that seat Otherwise the passenger will be without protection from the head restraint 4 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 35 Online Edition for Part no 01 41 2 602 994 08 09 BMW AG Adjustments Front active head restraints In a rear collision of a sufficient strength the active head restraint reduces the distance to the head Do not use seat or head restraint covers that could impair the function of the active head restraint Otherwise the protective func tion of the active head restraint will not be ensured and its full potential in reducing the risk of injury in the event of a rear collision may not be realized In the event of malfunctions deactivation or triggering of the active head restraints have the testing repair and removal executed only by a BMW center or a workshop that works accord ing to repair procedures of BMW with corre spondingly trained personnel and that has the required explos
217. ted gt When you brake the vehicle gt When you switch gears very slowly or shift to neutral in cars with manual transmission gt When you select the automatic transmis sion s neutral position N gt When you activate DTC or deactivate DSC gt When DSC or ABS is intervening Cruise control is not deactivated by depressing the accelerator pedal Once the accelerator pedal is released the stored speed is achieved again and maintained 54 Warning lamp s The warning lamp lights up when cruise control is deactivated due to control intervention by the DSC for example Resuming a speed stored beforehand Press the button arrow 4 The last stored speed is resumed and maintained In the following instances the stored speed is deleted and can no longer be resumed gt When driving stability control systems are intervening gt In cars with manual transmission when you shift gears very slowly or shift to neutral gt In cars with automatic transmission when you engage selector lever position N gt When the ignition is switched off Displays in the instrument cluster A 1 Stored speed 2 Selected speed is displayed briefly gt If mph or km h temporarily appears inthe instrument cluster display it is pos sible that the system prerequisites for operation are currently not met Calling up Check Control messages refer to page 68 4 Malfunction ie The warning lamp comes on
218. the desired position Connection for external audio device You can connect an external audio device such as a CD or MP3 player and play audio tracks over the car s loudspeaker system You can set the volume and tone by means of the car radio refer to the separate Owner s Manual for Radio Connecting Lift up the center armrest AUX IN port for audio playback TRS connector 1 8 in 3 5 mm To play audio tracks over the car s loudspeaker system connect the headset or line out port of the external device to the connector Storage compartments inside the vehicle Depending on your vehicle s equipment you will find compartments beside the steering col umn in the front doors and in the center con sole There are nets on the front seat backrests Clothes hooks There are clothes hooks on the grab handles in the rear passenger compartment Items of clothing hung from the hooks must not obstruct the driver s view Do not hang heavy objects from the hooks other wise they could endanger the car s occupants e g in case of heavy braking or sudden swerv ing lt 4 Cupholders Use lightweight and shatterproof contain ers and do not transport hot beverages otherwise there is an increased risk of injury in the event of the accident Do not force contain ers that are too large into the cupholders other wise damage could result 4 95 Online Edition for Part no 01 41 2 602 994 08 09 BMW AG Controls
219. the start stop button 2 Shift into first gear or reverse 3 Forcefully apply the parking brake 4 Removing the remote control from the igni tion lock refer to page 46 Automatic transmission 1 With the car at a standstill move the selec tor lever to position P 2 Press the start stop button Forcefully apply the parking brake Removing the remote control from the igni tion lock refer to page 46 47 Online Edition for Part no 01 41 2 602 994 08 09 BMW AG iving Dr Parking brake The parking brake is primarily intended to pre vent the vehicle from rolling while parked it brakes the rear wheels Indicator lamp The indicator lamp is lit and when you BRAKE drive off an acoustic signal sounds in addition The parking brake is still applied Indicator lamp for Canadian models D Applying The lever locks in position automatically Releasing Pull slightly upwards press the button and lower the lever In exceptional cases if the parking brake has to be used to slow or stop the car do not pull the lever up too hard In doing so con tinuously press the button of the parking brake lever Otherwise excessive force on the parking brake can lock up the rear wheels and cause the rear of the car to swerve 4 Dl To prevent corrosion and one sided brak ing action occasionally apply the parking brake lightly when the vehicle is slowly coming to a stop if the traffic conditi
220. tializing 30 opening closing 29 pinch protection system 30 power failure 30 raising 29 remote control 20 Glove compartment 94 Grills refer to Air vents 84 Gross vehicle weight refer to Weights 177 H Halogen lamps replacing bulbs 149 Handbrake refer to Parking brake 48 Hands free system 14 Hazard warning flashers 14 HDC Hill Descent Control 71 Head airbags 77 Headlamp control automatic 79 Headlamp cover 149 Headlamp flasher 50 indicator lamp 11 14 160 Headlamps replacing bulbs 149 Head restraints 35 rear removing 36 sitting safely 33 Heated mirrors 40 rear window 86 89 seats 37 steering wheel 41 Heating 84 mirrors 40 rear window 86 89 seats 37 steering wheel 41 Heating and ventilation refer to Climate 84 Heavy loads refer to Stowing cargo 109 Online Edition for Part no 01 41 2 602 994 08 09 BMW AG Height refer to Dimensions 175 Height adjustment seats 34 steering wheel 40 High beam assistant 81 High beams 81 headlamp flasher 81 indicator lamp 160 replacing bulbs 149 High beams and low beams automatic refer to High beam assistant 81 High pressure washer 143 144 High water refer to Driving through water 108 Hill Descent Control HDC 71 Hills 108 Holders for cups 95 Homepage BMW 4 Hood 136 Hooks for shopping bags 100 Horn 10 11 Hotel function refer to Locking or unlocki
221. tional status of the front passenger front and side airbags in accordance with whether and how the front passenger seat is occupied The indicator lamp shows whether the front passenger airbags are activated or deactivated gt The indicator lamp lights up when a child in a specially designated child restraint sys tem is detected as intended on the seat The front and side airbags for the front pas senger are not activated 78 gt Most child seats are detected by the i system especially child seats required by the NHTSA at the time of vehi cle production After mounting a child seat ensure that the indicator lamp for the front passenger airbag is lit It indicates that the child seat has been detected and that the front passenger airbags are deactivated 4 gt The indicator lamp does not come on as long as a person of sufficient size and in a correct sitting position is detected on the seat The front and side airbags for the front pas senger are activated gt The indicator lamp does not come on if the seat is empty The front and side airbags for the front pas senger are not activated Operational readiness of airbag system 7 Oe As of radio readiness refer to page 46 the warning lamp comes on briefly to indicate that the entire airbag system and the belt tensioners are operational Airbag system malfunction gt Warning lamp does not light up at radio readiness or beyond gt Warning lamp re
222. tions Always remember that the range and abil ity of the system does have physical limi tations It will not apply the brakes or decelerate your vehicle when there is a slow moving vehi cle stopped vehicle or stationary object ahead of you as for example at a traffic light or a parked vehicle Also the system does not react to oncoming traffic pedestrians or other types of potential traffic such as a rider on horseback It is also possible that the system may not detect smaller moving objects such as motor cycles or bicycles Be especially alert when encountering any of these situations as the sys tem will neither automatically brake nor provide a warning to you Also be aware that every decrease in the distance setting allows your vehicle to come closer to a vehicle in front of you and requires a heightened amount of alert ness 4 Active cruise control is not and must not be used as a collision avoidance warning system 4 If while your vehicle is actively following a vehi cle in front of you and the vehicle ahead speeds up or the lane ahead becomes clear then your vehicle will accelerate to the speed you have selected Be aware that changing to a clear unobstructed lane will also result in your vehicle accelerating Be certain to deactivate the system when you pull into an exit lane for a highway off ramp 4 Also vehicles traveling in a staggered manner on a highway may cause a delay in the system s reactio
223. tment electric 34 mechanical 34 Seat and mirror memory 37 Seat belt reminder refer to Fasten safety belts reminder 39 Seat heating 37 Online Edition for Part no 01 41 2 602 994 08 09 BMW AG Seats 34 adjusting electrically 34 adjusting the seats 34 heating 37 memory refer to Seat and mirror memory 37 saving a setting refer to Seat and mirror memory 37 sitting safely 33 Securing cargo 101 Securing the vehicle from inside 22 from outside 19 Selecting distance for active cruise control 56 Selector lever automatic transmission with Steptronic 49 Selector lever lock refer to Changing selector lever positions shiftlock 49 Selector lever positions automatic transmission with Steptronic 49 Service refer to Roadside Assistance 155 Service car refer to Roadside Assistance 155 Service data in the remote control 141 Service Interval Display refer to Condition Based Service CBS 141 Service requirement display refer to Condition Based Service CBS 141 Service requirements 65 Settings clock 12h 24h format 64 Settings and information 64 Shifting gears automatic transmission with Steptronic 49 manual transmission 48 Shiftlock automatic transmission refer to Changing selector lever positions 49 Side airbags 77 Online Edition for Part no 01 41 2 602 994 08 09 BMW AG Side window blind refer to Roller sun blinds 94 Side windows
224. to Automatic transmission with Steptronic 48 Storage 146 Storage compartments 95 Storage nets 100 Storing seat positions refer to Seat and mirror memory 37 Storing tires 135 Stowage refer to Storage compartments 95 Summer tires refer to Wheels and tires 119 Sun blinds 94 Surface ice refer to Outside temperature warning 61 Switches refer to Cockpit 10 Switching off engine 47 Switching off the engine start stop button 46 Switching the cooling function on and off 89 Symbols 4 T Tachometer 61 o oO 2 2 189 O 2 Everything from A to Z Tailgate 23 Comfort Access 27 emergency operation refer to Opening manually 24 opening manually 24 remote control 20 Tailgate refer to Trunk lid tailgate 23 Tail lamp replacing bulb 152 Tail lamp refer to Tail lamps 150 Tail lamps 150 replacing bulb 151 152 Tank contents refer to Capacities 178 Technical data 174 dimensions 175 Technical modifications refer to For your own safety 5 Telephone installation location refer to Center armrest 95 refer to separate Owner s Manual Temperature air conditioner 86 automatic climate control 87 coolant refer to Coolant temperature 62 Temperature display outside temperature 61 outside temperature warning 61 setting the units 64 Tempomat refer to Cruise control 53 Tensioning straps refer to Securing cargo 110 The individual vehicle
225. to start the engine 4 Switching off Press the lever in the opposite direction to the pressure point arrow 3 High beam assistant The concept This system automatically switches the high beams on and off The procedure is controlled by asensor on the front of the interior rearview mirror The assistant ensures that the high beams are switched on whenever the traffic sit uation allows It handles this task for you and gives you the benefit of the best possible view You can intervene at any time and switch the high beams on and off as usual Controls Activating the system 1 Turn the light switch to position 3 refer to page 79 2 With the low beams switched on briefly push the turn indicator lever in the direction of the high beam zA The indicator lamp in the instrument Ab cluster lights up when the high beams are activated The system automati cally switches from high beams to low beams and vice versa in response to oncoming traffic traffic ahead of you and adequate ambient lighting e g on city streets Switching the high beams on and off manually Whenever you wish or when the situation requires you can intervene 81 Online Edition for Part no 01 41 2 602 994 08 09 BMW AG Lamps gt If the high beam assistant switches on the high beams but you would like to drive with the low beams simply switch off the high beams using the turn indicator lever This deactivates the high beam assista
226. tor pedal Otherwise the system may not be able to brake the vehicle 4 Online Edition for Part no 01 41 2 602 994 08 09 BMW AG Controls overview Odometer outside roads for example otherwise there is an temperature display clock increased risk of an accident 4 Odometer and trip odometer Resetting the trip odometer With the ignition switched on press button 1 in the instrument cluster gt dag 575 mis 4 When the vehicle is parked 032050 123 8 If you still want to view the time outside tem 2 3 perature and odometer reading briefly after the remote control has been taken out of the igni 1 Knob in the instrument cluster tion lock Press button 1 in the instrument cluster 2 Outside temperature display and clock 3 Odometer and trip odometer Tachometer Knobin the instrument cluster gt Toreset the trip odometer while the ignition is switched on gt To display the time outside temperature and odometer briefly while the ignition is switched off Units of measure To select the respective units of measure miles or km for the odometer as well as F or C for the outside temperature refer to page 64 The setting is stored for the remote control cur rently in use Time outside temperature display Setting the time refer to page 67 Outside temperature warning When the displayed temperature sinks to approx 37 F 3 C a signal sounds and a Never force the engin
227. tribution 88 air volume 88 cruise control 53 55 headlamp control 79 Automatic car washes 143 Automatic climate control 84 automatic air distribution 88 Automatic curb monitor 40 Automatic high beams and low beams refer to High beam assistant 81 Automatic recirculated air control AUC 88 Automatic transmission with Steptronic 48 interlock 48 49 overriding selector lever lock 50 shiftlock refer to Changing selector lever position 49 sport program 49 towing 157 tow starting 157 AUTO program for automatic climate control 88 AUX IN port 95 Average fuel consumption 63 setting the units 64 Average speed 63 Avoiding unintentional alarms 26 Axle loads refer to Weights 177 Online Edition for Part no 01 41 2 602 994 08 09 BMW AG Backrest contour refer to Lumbar support 35 Backrests refer to Seat adjustment 34 Backrest width adjustment 35 Back seats refer to Rear seats 36 Backup lamps replacing bulb 151 152 Band aids refer to First aid pouch 155 Bar refer to Towing methods 158 Base plate for telephone or mobile phone refer to Snap in adapter in the center armrest storage compartment 95 Battery 153 charging 153 disposal 28 153 jump starting 156 remote control 18 replacing 153 temporary power failure 153 Battery renewal remote control 28 remote control for vehicle 28 Being towed 158 Belts refer to
228. u keep the adjustment button pressed gt Press briefly switch display on off gt 3 to 6 seconds set compass zone gt 6to 9 seconds calibrate compass gt 9 to 12 seconds set left hand right hand steering gt 12 to 15 seconds set the language Setting compass zones Set the compass zone corresponding to your vehicle s geographic location so that the com pass can function correctly refer to the world map with compass zones The compass is operational again after approx 10 seconds Calibrating the digital compass The digital compass must be calibrated in the following situations gt An incorrect compass direction is shown 93 Online Edition for Part no 01 41 2 602 994 08 09 BMW AG Controls ior accessories Practical inter gt The compass direction shown does not change although the direction of travel does gt Notall compass directions are shown Procedure 1 Make sure that no large metal objects or overhead power lines are in the vicinity of your vehicle and that you have enough space to drive in a circle 2 Set the currently valid compass zone 3 Press the adjustment button for approx 6 7 seconds to call up C Then drive in at least one full circle at a speed of no more than 4 mph or 7 km h If calibration is successful the display changes from C to a compass direction Setting right hand left hand steering Your digital compass is factory set to right hand or
229. uipped with run flat tires refer to page 134 the standard equipment by design do not continue driv ing Otherwise a severe accident could Online Edition for Part no 01 41 2 602 994 08 09 BMW AG result after a tire puncture if you continue driving lt 4 2 Inthe event of complete pressure loss 0 psi O kPa you can estimate the possible distance for continued driving on the basis of the following guidelines gt With a light load 1 to 2 persons without luggage Approx 155 miles 250 km gt With a medium load 2 persons cargo area full or 4 persons without luggage Approx 95 miles 150 km gt With a full load 4 or more persons cargo area full Approx 30 miles 50 km Drive cautiously and do not exceed a speed of 50 mph 80 km h In the event of pressure loss vehicle handling changes This includes reduced tracking stability in braking extended braking distance and altered natural steering characteristics If unusual vibration or loud noises occur during the journey this may be an indication that the damaged tire has finally failed Reduce your speed and pull over as soon as possible at a suitable location Otherwise parts of the tire could come loose resulting in an accident Do not continue driving Instead contact your BMW center 4 Malfunction ED The small warning lamp flashes in F r yellow and then lights up continu 1 ously the large warning lamp comes on in yellow No punctures can be
230. uplex garages gt During transport on car carrying trains boats ships or on a trailer gt When animals are to remain in the vehicle Switching off tilt alarm sensor and interior motion sensor Press the LOCK button on the remote control again as soon as the vehicle is locked The indicator lamp lights up briefly and then flashes continuously The tilt alarm sensor and the interior motion sensor are switched off until the next time the vehicle is unlocked and subse quently locked again Comfort Access Comfort Access enables you to enter your vehi cle without needing to hold the remote control in your hand All you need to do is wear the remote control close to your body e g in your jacket pocket The vehicle detects the corre sponding remote control within the immediate vicinity or in the passenger compartment Comfort Access supports the following func tions gt Unlocking locking the vehicle gt Unlocking the trunk lid tailgate separately gt Engine starting gt Convenient closing Functional requirement gt The vehicle or the trunk lid tailgate can only be locked when the vehicle detects that the remote control currently in use is outside of the vehicle gt The vehicle cannot be locked or unlocked again until after approx 2 seconds Online Edition for Part no 01 41 2 602 994 08 09 BMW AG gt The engine can only be started when the vehicle detects that the remote control cur rently
231. ur journey Con tact your BMW center You can continue your journey but moderate your speed and exercise due caution Have the engine checked as soon as possible You can continue your journey but moderate your speed and exercise due caution Have the vehicle checked with out delay Have the car checked as soon as possi ble You can continue your journey but moderate your speed and exercise due caution Have the vehicle checked with out delay Have the car checked as soon as possi ble Online Edition for Part no 01 41 2 602 994 08 09 BMW AG BRAKE I KON KON Cause Lights up in red Engine overheating Lights up in yellow Engine too hot Lights up in red Battery is no longer being charged Alternator malfunction Lights up in yellow Battery charge level very low battery aged or not securely connected Indication in US models Parking brake applied Indication in Canadian models Parking brake applied Indication in US models Lights up in red Brake fluid level too low Lights up in yellow Drive off assistant has failed The car will not be held in place after the brake is released Indication in Canadian models Lights up in red Brake fluid level too low Lights up in yellow Drive off assistant has failed The car will not be held in place after the brake is released What to do Carefully bring the car to a stop switch off the engine and allow it to c
232. ut by accident do not place the remote control in the cargo area A previously locked tailgate is locked again after closing Before and after each trip check that the tail gate has not been inadvertently unlocked 4 Confirmation signals You can activate or deactivate the confirmation signals For operating principle refer to page 64 1 Switch on the ignition refer to page 46 2 Lightly push button 1 in the turn indicator lever up or down repeatedly until the sym bol appears in the display accompanied by the word SET 3 Press button 2 Online Edition for Part no 01 41 2 602 994 08 09 BMW AG 4 Lightly push button 1 in the turn indicator lever down repeatedly until the desired symbol appears in the display gt gf Confirmation signal during unlocking gt Confirmation signal during locking 5 Press button 2 6 Use button 1 to select bE The hazard warning flashers light up during unlocking locking gt ai An acoustic signal sounds during unlocking locking gt QE The hazard warning flashers light up and an acoustic signal sounds during unlocking locking gt off The function is deactivated 7 Press button 2 The setting is stored Malfunctions The remote control may malfunction due to local radio waves If this occurs unlock and lock the car at the door lock with the integrated key In vehicles without an alarm system or Com fort Access only the driver s door can
233. utton 1 to check for other messages 4 Press button 2 The display again shows the outside tem perature and the time Online Edition for Part no 01 41 2 602 994 08 09 BMW AG Technology for driving comfort and safety Park Distance Control PDC The concept The PDC assists you with maneuvering in tight parking spaces Acoustic signals warn you of the presence of an object behind your vehicle To measure the distance there are four ultra sonic sensors in either bumper An acoustic warning does not sound until an object is closer than approx 2 ft 60 cm to the corner sensors or closer than approx 5 ft 1 50 m to the center sensors PDC is a parking aid that can indicate objects when they are approached slowly as is usually the case when parking Avoid approaching an object at high speed oth erwise physical circumstances may lead to the system warning being issued too late 4 Switching on automatically With the engine running or the ignition switched on the system is activated after approx 1 sec ond when you engage reverse gear or move the automatic transmission selector lever to position R Wait this short period before driving Switching off automatically After approx 55 yd 50 m of driving or above approx 20 mph approx 30 km h the system switches off and the LED goes out Signal tones When nearing an object its position is indicated correspondingly by an interval tone As the dis tance betw
234. ving style keeps fuel consumption down Avoid high engine speeds Only use first gear when setting off In second and higher gears accelerate without hesitation or pauses When accelerating shift up before reaching high engine 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 As arule driving at low engine speeds lowers fuel consumption and reduces wear Coasting When approaching a red light take your foot off the accelerator and coast to a stop in the high est applicable gear On a downhill slope take your foot off the accel erator and coast in a suitable gear The fuel supply is interrupted when coasting Switch off the engine during lengthy stops Switch off the engine when stopping for lengthy periods e g at traffic lights railroad crossings or in traffic congestions You achieve fuel sav ings even if standing time is as short as approx 4 seconds Switch off functions you do not need at the moment Functions such as the air conditioner seat heating or rear window defroster draw large amounts of power and consume additional fuel Especially in city traffic and in stop and go driv ing they have a considerable impact Therefore switch these functions off when they are not really needed Have the vehicle serviced Have the vehicle serviced regularly to achieve good economy and a long vehicle lif
235. vy objects as low and as far for ward as possible ideally directly behind the respective seat backrests Cover sharp edges and corners For very heavy cargo when the rear seat is not occupied secure each safety belt in the opposite buckle 109 Online Edition for Part no 01 41 2 602 994 08 09 BMW AG N 2 5 D gt T a Things to remember when driving Sedan Sports Wagon a gt Use the partition net to protect passengers refer to page 99 Make sure that objects cannot penetrate the partition net V Do not stack cargo higher than the upper edge of the backrests gt Place protective material around any objects which could bump against the rear window while the vehicle is in motion Securing cargo amp Fee i RA V2 A gt Secure smaller and lighter items using retaining straps a cargo area net or draw straps gt Heavy duty cargo straps for securing larger and heavier objects are available at your BMW center Four lashing eyes are 110 provided for attaching the cargo straps Two are located on the cargo area sidewalls 1 two more are on the rear cargo area panel 2 Please comply with the information sup plied with the cargo straps Always position and secure the cargo as described above so that it cannot endan ger the car s occupants for example if sudden braking or swerving is necessary Never exceed either the approved gross vehicle weight or either of the appr
236. when the system has failed More informa tion can be found beginning on page 160 Online Edition for Part no 01 41 2 602 994 08 09 BMW AG Active cruise control The concept With active cruise control you can select a desired speed which is not only automatically maintained when driving on open roadways but also varied to maintain a selected distance set ting as slower traffic is encountered Active cruise control is a technological advance over the familiar cruise control and is awelcome relief from the constant adjustment of speed that can accompany driving in traffic on high ways or other high speed thoroughfares Espe cially on longer trips the system can reduce fatigue and tension while increasing your enjoyment of driving Please use it safely and responsibly Within the limits of its capability the system automatically adapts the car s speed to that of a slower vehicle in front of you You can specify the distance to be maintained from the vehicle in front in four stages For safety reasons the distance is speed dependent Based on your selected distance setting the system automat ically decreases the throttle setting and lightly applies the brakes if necessary The vehicle brake lamps will automatically illuminate to sig nal a following driver to take action In addition it may be necessary for the vehicle or the driver to downshift depending on the kind of trans mission your vehicle is equippe
237. xDrive 38 7 ft 11 8 m 328i xDrive width with mirrors 79 3 inches 2 013 mm 176 Online Edition for Part no 01 41 2 602 994 08 09 BMW AG Weights Sedan 323i 328i 328i Canada xDrive Approved gross weight gt with manual transmission Ibs kg 4 365 1 980 4 420 2 005 4 663 2 115 gt with automatic transmission lbs kg 4 431 2 010 4 486 2 035 4 707 2 135 Load Ibs kg 1 014 460 1 014 460 1 014 460 Approved front axle load lbs kg 2 105 955 2 127 965 2 304 1 045 Approved rear axle load lbs kg 2 425 1 100 2 469 1 120 2 513 1 140 Approved roof load capacity Ibs kg 165 75 165 75 165 75 Cargo area capacity cu ft liters 16 2 460 16 2 460 16 2 460 335i 335i 335d xDrive Approved gross weight gt with manual transmission Ibs kg 4 652 2 110 4 872 2 210 gt with automatic transmission lbs kg 4 663 2 115 4 883 2 215 4 883 2 215 Load Ibs kg 1 014 460 1 014 460 1 014 460 Approved front axle load lbs kg 2 238 1 015 2 436 1 105 2 381 1 080 Approved rear axle load Ibs kg 2 546 1 155 2 546 1 155 2 646 1 200 Approved roof load capacity Ibs kg 165 75 165 75 165 75 Cargo area capacity cu ft liters 15 9 450 15 9 450 15 9 450 Never exceed either the approved axle loads or the gross vehicle weight v oO 2 2 177 ind Online Edition for Part no 01 41 2 602 994 08 09 BMW AG Technical data Sports Wagon Approved gross weight gt with manual transmission gt with automatic transmission Load Approved front axle load Approved
238. y switch for power windows Press the safety switch for the power windows refer to page 29 if children are traveling on the rear seat 45 Online Edition for Part no 01 41 2 602 994 08 09 BMW AG Controls iving Dr Driving Ignition lock Insert the remote control into the ignition lock E Insert the remote control all the way into the ignition lock gt Radio readiness is switched on Individual electrical consumers can operate Comfort Access If the car is equipped with Comfort Access only insert the remote control into the ignition lock under special circumstances refer to page 26 Removing the remote control from the ignition lock FN Do not forcibly pull the remote control out of the ignition lock as this may cause damage Before removing the remote control push it all the way in to release the locking mechanism gt The ignition is switched off if it was on Automatic transmission You cannot take out the remote control unless the selector lever is in the P position interlock 46 Start stop button Pressing the start stop button switches radio readiness or the ignition on or off gt Manual transmission the engine is started when you press the start stop button and depress the clutch Automatic transmission the engine is started when you press the start stop button and depress the brake 4 Radio readiness Individual electrical consumers can operate The tim

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