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153n
OverviewControlsMaintenanceRepairsDataIndex
Lamps and bulbsSide turn signals5 watt bulb
1. Use finger pressure against the rear 
end of the lens (arrow) to press it 
forward for removal
2. Press gently on the bulb and turn it to 
the left to remove it.390de768
Front fog lampsH8 bulb, 35 watt
The bulb is pressurized. There-
fore, wear safety glasses and 
protective gloves. Failure to observe 
these precautions can result in physical 
injury if the bulb breaks.< 
1. Using a screwdriver, remove the 
mounting clip for the air grill (arrow) 
and remove the grill by bringing it 
toward the front390de671
2. Loosen both screws (arrows)
3. Take off the cover panel next to the 
headlamp
4. Turn the headlamp 903 to the left and 
remove it by bringing it toward the 
front
5. Disconnect the plug
6. Turn the lamp to the left and remove 
it.390de672 
         
        
        
     
        
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Lamps and bulbsTail lamps Ð sedanRear lamp/Side marker lamps: LEDs
Remaining bulbs: 21 watts
1 Turn signal 
indicator yellow or white
2 Rear lamp/Side marker lamps red
3 Backup lamps white
4 Brake lamps  red
5 Reflector red
Please contact your BMW center 
if there is a defect in the rear 
lamp/side marker lamp assembly.< 394us721
1. Use the upper handle to fold down 
the side panel in the luggage 
compartment
2. Turn the corresponding bulb holder 
to the left (arrow) and remove it
3. Press the defective bulb gently and 
turn it to the left. Remove the bulb 
and replace it
4. Insert the bulb holder and turn to the 
right as far as possible.394de769
Tail lamps Ð sport wagonRear lamp/Side marker lamps: LEDs
Remaining bulbs: 21 watts
1 Turn signal indicator  red
2 Rear lamp/Side marker lamps red
3 Backup lamps  white
4 Brake lamps, reflector  red
5 Reflector red
Please contact your BMW center 
if there is a defect in the rear 
lamp/side marker lamp assembly.< 392us722 
         
        
        
     
        
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Towing the vehicle
The towed vehicle should always 
be the lighter of the two vehicles. 
If this is not the case, it is no longer 
possible to control vehicle response.< 
Tow-startingIt is not possible to start the engine of 
vehicles equipped with an automatic 
transmission by towing or pushing.
For instructions on jump-starting: refer 
to page 162.
Never attempt to use your vehicle to 
push another vehicle, since damage to 
the energy-absorbing bumpers could 
result.
Towing a vehicle with automatic 
transmission1. Place the selector lever in position N
2. Towing speed:
Max. 45 mph (70 km/h)
3. Towing distance:
Max. 95 miles (150 km)
4. Leave the ignition key in position 1 to 
ensure that the brake lamps, turn 
signals, horn and windshield wipers 
remain operative, and to prevent the 
steering lock detent from engaging
5. Switch on the hazard warning 
flashers (observe official regulations).
Find some means of identifying the 
vehicle in tow, for instance, place a sign 
or warning triangle in the rear window.
Make sure that the ignition key 
remains in position 1 even when 
the electrical system has failed to 
prevent the steering lock from 
engaging. The steering and brakes are 
without power-assist when the engine 
is off. This means that increased effort 
is required for steering and braking.< 
Towing with a commercial 
tow truck>Do not tow with sling-type equipment
>Use a wheel-lift or flatbed carrier
>Please comply with applicable towing 
laws.
Never allow passengers to ride in 
a towed vehicle for any reason.< 380us124 
         
        
        
     
        
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Everything from A to Z
181n
OverviewControlsMaintenanceRepairsDataIndex
Reminder signal (Memo)89 
Remote control34 
computer95 
Removable rear-seat 
backrest119 
Remove condensation from 
windows106, 109 
Replacing 
fuses160t 
lamps and bulbs151t 
wiper blades150t 
Reporting safety defects11 
Reservoir, washer 
system139t 
Residual heat111 
Rims135 
Roller sun blind112 
Roll-up cover123 
Roof load capacity171 
Roof-mounted luggage 
rack127 S 
Safety belts53 
Safety defects, reporting11 
Safety lock buttons37 
Seat belts53 
Seats electric power50 
manually-adjusted50 
memory setting54 
Secure the load126 
Securing cargo42, 126 
Selector lever, automatic 
transmission70, 73 
Service and Warranty 
Information Booklet (US 
models)144 
Service Interval 
Display82, 144 
Shiftlock70, 73 
Shoulder support51 
Side airbags58 
Side Impact Head Protection 
System58 
Side lamps 
bulb replacement152t 
Side turn signal 
bulb replacement153t 
Ski bag120 
Ski bag in the sport 
wagon122 
Sliding/tilt sunroof46 
manual operation47 
with glass moonroof47 
Snow chains136 Socket for attaching 
electrical appliances118 
Spare tire157t 
Speaker117 
Special characteristics of 
winter tires136 
Special oil141t 
Speed94 
Speed limit91 
Speed, average86, 94 
Speedometer15, 16, 17 
sport wagon 
anchorages126 
compartments in the 
luggage 
compartment124 
cover in the luggage 
compartment124 
folding down the rear 
backrest123 
LATCH child-restraint 
system64 
load-securing 
devices126 
luggage 
compartment123 
opening the rear 
window40 
partition net123 rear window wiper, blade 
replacement150t 
releasing the tailgate after 
an electrical 
malfunction39 
roll-up cover123 
securing a load126 
ski bag122 
tail lamp assembly, bulb 
replacement154t 
transporting children 
safely64 
Standing lamps102 
Starting assistance162t 
Starting problems67t 
Starting the engine67 
Steering wheel 
heating56 
lock66 
memory setting54 
Steering wheel with 
multifunction buttons22 
Steptronic73 
Stopwatch89 
for additional information 
refer to the "Owner's 
Manual for Onboard 
Computer" 
Storage compartments116 
in the cargo area124  
         
        
        
     
        
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Everything from A to ZSummer tires135 
Sun blind cover112 
Sunroof46 
Switching off the engine68 
Switch-on times for parked-
car ventilation90 
Symbols8 T 
Tachometer81 
Tail lamps154 
bulb replacement154t 
Tailgate 
manual operation39 
manual release39 
opening from the 
inside40 
opening from the 
outside39 
Technical 
modifications10, 145 
Telephone hookup117 
Temperature display80, 86 
Temperature gauge82 
Temperature 
layering106, 111 
Third brake lamp155 Through-loading 
system119 
Tilt alarm sensor42, 43 
avoiding unintentional 
alarms44 
deactivate35 
Tilt function, passenger-side 
mirror55 
Time 
calling up88 
changing88 
of arrival, estimated93 
Timer88 
for additional information 
refer to the "Owner's 
Manual for Onboard 
Computer" 
Tire 
change157t 
damage133t 
inflation pressure26, 133 
pressure 
monitoring99, 133 
renewal134 
tread133 
Tire inflation pressure26 
Tire Pressure Monitor 
(RDC)99 
Tire Quality Grading135 
Tools150t Torque168 
Tow fittings163t 
Towing the vehicle163t 
Track169 
Traction control system, 
refer to ASC+T/DSC 
Transmission69, 70, 73 
Transmitter key32 
Transporting children 
safely61 
Tread depth, tires133 
Trip odometer80 
Trunk lid 
refer to luggage 
compartment lid38 
Trunk, refer to luggage 
compartment42 
Turn signal 
bulb replacement152t 
Turn signal indicator76 
Turning circle169 
U 
Uniform Tire Quality Grading 
(UTQR)135 
Universal Transmitter113 
Use antifreeze, 
radiator142t 
Used batteries, 
disposal160t Used oils, disposal141t 
V 
Vacuum cleaner, attach118 
Valve caps159 
Vehicle Memory64 
Ventilation104, 106, 111 
draft-free106, 111 
in the rear106 
Ventilation while 
parked112 
for more information on 
ventilation with vehicle 
stationary, refer to the 
"Owner's Manual for 
Onboard Computer" 
Viscosity ratings, oils141 W
 
Warm feet Ð cool 
head106, 111 
Warning and indicator 
lamps19 
Warning lamps19t 
Warning messages83t 
Warning triangle23  
         
        
        
     
        
          
   
    
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