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Stowing cargo>Load heavy cargo as far forward as
possible – directly behind the back-
rests – and as low as possible
>Cover sharp edges and corners
>Do not pile objects higher than the
top edge of the backrest
>For very heavy loads when the rear
seat is not occupied, secure each
safety belt in the opposite buckle,
see illustration.
Securing the cargo in the luggage
compartment >For small, light items, use the rubber-
lined, non-skid side of the floor mat
or secure using the luggage compart-
ment net* or elastic straps, refer to
page 37
>For large, heavy pieces, see your
BMW center for load-securing
devices*. Anchorages located in the
luggage compartment can be used
for fastening the load-securing
devices.
Comply with the information enclosed
with the load-securing devices.
Cargo loading
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Always position and secure the
load correctly. If you do not, it can
endanger the passengers during brak-
ing or evasive maneuvers.
Do not exceed the approved gross
vehicle weight or the approved axle
loads, refer to page 152. Otherwise the
vehicle's operating safety is no longer
assured and the vehicle will not be in
compliance with the certification regu-
lations.
Do not stow heavy or hard objects in
the passenger compartment without
first securing them. Otherwise they
would be thrown around during braking
and evasive maneuvers and endanger
the occupants.<
Roof-mounted luggage rack*A special roof-rack system is available
as an optional extra for your BMW.
Please observe the precautions
included with the installation instruc-
tions.AnchoragesAccess to the mounting points:
To fold up the covers, please use the
tool provided with the roof-rack system.Loading and driving notesBecause roof racks raise the center of
gravity of the vehicle when loaded, they
exercise a major effect on its handling
and steering response.
When loading, be sure to remember not
to exceed the approved roof weight or
the approved gross vehicle weight or
the axle loads. You will find the specifi-
cations under Technical data on
page 152.
Make sure that the load is not too bulky,
and attempt to distribute it evenly.
Always load the heaviest pieces first so
that they are at the bottom. Be sure that
adequate clearance is maintained for
raising the glass sunroof, and that
objects do not project into the opening
path of the luggage compartment lid.
Secure the roof-mounted luggage cor-
rectly and securely to prevent it from
shifting or being lost during driving.
Drive smoothly and avoid sudden
acceleration or braking. Do not corner
at high speeds.
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119 In the engine compartment
HoodTo releasePull the lever located under the left-
hand side of the instrument panel.
Do not attempt to service your
vehicle if you do not have the
required technical background. Failure
to work in an informed, professional
manner when servicing components
and materials constitutes a safety haz-
ard for vehicle occupants and other
road users. If you are not familiar with
the guidelines, BMW recommends that
you have the operations performed by
your BMW center.<
To openPull the release handle and open the
hood.
It is not possible to drive off using
SMG Drivelogic when the hood is
open.<
To closePull the hood downwards and allow it to
fall from a minimum height of 1 ft/30 cm
so that it audibly engages. Check for
proper locking by pulling on the hood at
the left and right above the headlamps.
To avoid injuries, be sure that the
travel path of the hood is clear
when it is closed, following the same
safety precautions used in all closing
procedures.
If you notice while driving that the hood
is not completely closed, stop immedi-
ately and close it securely.<
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Even if the tire fails to hold the
pressure, you should still carry out
Step 3 before proceeding to drive the
vehicle again, refer to Distributing the
sealant for more information. Then
repeat Steps 1 through 3.
The use of the M Mobility system may
be ineffective if the damaged area in
the tire is larger than approx. 1/8 in /
4 mm. Please consult the nearest BMW
center if the tire cannot be temporarily
repaired with the M Mobility system.<
3. Unscrew the hose from the valve and
stow the M Mobility system in the
luggage compartment. Screw the
dust cap onto the valve again.
Do not exceed the maximum
speed limit described below, oth-
erwise it could lead to accidents.<
When you start driving again, do not
exceed the permissible maximum
speed of 45 mph / 80 km/h.
You will find corresponding
instructions for using the
M Mobility system on the device.
Replace the defective tire as soon as
possible and have the new wheel bal-
anced. Reinitialize the Flat Tire Monitor,
and refer to page 85 for further informa-
tion. Have the M Mobility system
refilled. Contact your BMW center for
this.<
Protect valve stems against dirt using
screw-on dust caps. Dirty valve stems
frequently lead to slow pressure loss.
Battery
Battery posts, terminals, and
related accessories contain lead
and lead compounds. Wash hands after
handling.<
MaintenanceThe battery is completely maintenance-
free. That means that the original bat-
tery acid will normally last for the ser-
vice life of the battery under moderate
climate conditions.
Please consult your BMW center
whenever you have any questions
concerning the battery. when the engine is not running. Use the
connections provided in the engine
compartment. For information on the
connections, see Jump-Starting,
page 143.Disposal
Return used batteries to a recy-
cling point or your BMW center.
Maintain the battery in an upright posi-
tion for transport and storage. Secure
the battery against tilting in transit.<
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Everything from A to Z
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Interior motion sensor 38
switching off 32, 39
Interior rearview mirror
automatic dimming
feature 52
Interior temperature
adjusting 94
Intermittent
mode, wipers 73
Interval
display, service 78
J
Jump-starting 143
K
Key Memory 60
Keys 30
with remote control 30
L
Lamp defect 133
Lamps and bulbs 133
Lashing down loads, refer to
Cargo loading 104
Lashing eyelets, refer to
Securing cargo 105
Lashing fittings, refer to
Securing cargo 105
LATCH child-restraint
mounting system 58Leather care, refer to the
Caring for your vehicle
brochure
LEDs light-emitting
diodes 90
Length, refer to
Dimensions 151
License plate lamp
bulb replacement 136
Light switch 88
Light-emitting diodes
(LEDs) 90
Lighter 100
LIGHTS ON warning 88
Lights, refer to Parking
lamps/Low beams 88
Litter bag holders 99
Load, refer to Cargo
loading 104
Loading
vehicle 104
Load-securing devices 105
Lock buttons on doors, refer
to Locking 34
Lock, steering wheel 62
Locking
from inside 34
from outside 31, 33
Locking and unlocking
doors
from inside 34
from outside 31, 33Low beams 88
automatic 88
bulb replacement 133
indicator lamp, defective
lamp 78
Luggage compartment
capacity 152
emergency operation,
refer to Manual
operation 35
floor mat 38
floor panel 37
lid 35
opening from outside 35
opening, remote
control 32
opening/closing, refer to
Luggage compartment
lid 35
remote control 32
volume 152
Luggage compartment lid 35
emergency operation 35
emergency release 37
indicator lamp 78
opening from inside the
vehicle 35, 36
opening from outside 35
remote control 32
securing separately 35
unlocking manually 35Luggage compartment light-
ing 35
Luggage rack, refer to Roof-
mounted luggage rack 106
Lumbar support 45
M
M Engine dynamics
control 87
M Mobility system 136
M+S tires, refer to Winter
tires 118
Maintenance 78, 126
Maintenance system 126
Making telephone calls,
refer to the telephone
Owner's Manual
Malfunction
door lock 33
fuel filler door 24
Malfunction displays 78
Manual operation
door lock 33
driver's door 33
fuel filler door 24
glass sunroof 42
luggage compartment
lid 35
Manual transmission 66
Master keys
with remote control 30
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Please fasten safety belts
indicator lamp 18
Pollen, refer to Microfil-
ter/activated-charcoal fil-
ter 96
Power output, refer to
Engine data 150
Power seat 45
Power socket, cigarette
lighter 100
Pressure monitoring, tires
Flat Tire Monitor 84
Pressure, tires 25, 114
inflating with Mobility sys-
tem 139
R
Radio remote control key,
refer to Master key with
remote control 30
Radio, refer to the Owner's
Manual for Radio
Rain sensor 73
Raising the floor panel 37
Range 81
Reading lamps
front 90
rear 90
Rear armrest, refer to Rear
center armrest 99
Rear backrest, folding 102Rear center 3-point safety
belt 102
Rear lamps
bulb replacement 135
indicator lamp, defective
lamp 78
Rear window heating
automatic climate
control 95
Rear-entry assist 47
Rearview mirror 51
Receiving assistance 142
Recirculated-air mode
automatic climate
control 95
Recirculating the air, refer to
Recirculated-air mode 95
Reclining seat, refer to Seat
adjustment 45
Refueling 24
fuel filler door 24
Releasing
hood 119
Remaining distance to ser-
vice 78
Remaining distance, refer to
Range 81
Remote control 31
luggage compartment
lid 32
malfunction 32Replacing lamps, refer to
Lamps and bulbs 133
Replacing tires 115
Reporting safety defects 7
Restraint systems
for children 56
Restraint systems, refer to
Safety belts 47
Reverse gear
manual transmission 66
Roof load capacity 152
Roof-mounted luggage
rack 106
Rope, refer to Towing the
vehicle 145
S
Safe seating position 43
Safety belt height adjust-
ment 48
Safety belts 47
height adjustment 48
sitting safely 43
warning lamp 18
Safety feature
glass sunroof 41
power windows 40
Safety systems, refer to
Antilock Brake
System 112
Dynamic Stability Control
(DSC) 83Screwdriver, refer to
Onboard tool kit 132
Seat adjustment
adjusting the lumbar sup-
port 45
backrest width adjust-
ment 46
BMW sports seat 45
lumbar support 45
manual 44
power 45
Seat belt tensioner, refer to
Safety belts 47
Seat heating 50
Seat height adjustment 44
Seat memory, refer to Seat
and mirror memory 49
Seat positions, storing 49
Seats 44
Securing cargo 105
Securing child-restraint sys-
tem 57
Securing the vehicle
from inside 34
from outside 31, 33
Selector lever
sequential M gearbox with
Drivelogic 67
Selector lever positions
sequential M gearbox with
Drivelogic 67
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Tires
age 116
breaking in 110
condition 114, 118
damage 114
flat 136
inflation pressure 25, 114
replacing 115
size, refer to Wheel and
tire combinations 117
storing 117
tread 114
treadwear indicator,
refer to Tire tread – tire
damage 114
winter tires 118
Tools 132
Torque
engine 150
Tow sockets for towing eye-
let 145
Towing bar 145
Towing eyelet 145
Towing rope 145
Towing the vehicle 145
Track width, refer to Dimen-
sions 151
Transport securing devices,
refer to Securing
cargo 105
Transporting children
safely 56Trap protection
power windows 40
Tread depth, refer to Tire
tread 114
Treadwear indicator in the
tires, refer to Tire tread –
tire damage 114
Treadwear, tires 114
Trip distance recorder, refer
to Trip odometer 76
Trip meter, refer to Trip
odometer 76
Trip odometer 76
Trunk lid, refer to Luggage
compartment lid 35
Trunk lighting, refer to Lug-
gage compartment light-
ing 35
Turn signal indicator 72
bulb replacement 134
indicator lamp 20
Turn signal indicator, side
bulb replacement 134
Turning circle, refer to
Dimensions 151
TV function, refer to the
Owner's Manual for
Onboard ComputerU
Underbody protection, refer
to the Caring for your vehi-
cle brochure
Uniform Tire Quality
Grading 116
Units
average fuel
consumption 81
temperature 80
Unlocking
from inside 34
from outside 31, 33
Upshift indicator, refer to
Shift Lights 71
V
Vehicle
battery 140
break-in procedures 110
dimensions 151
loading 104
starting 63
switching off 65
washing, refer to the Car-
ing for your vehicle bro-
chure 73
weight 152
Vehicle Memory 60
Vehicle weight 152
Ventilation 92
draft-free 95Viscosity 123
Voice Input System 22
Voice recognition, refer to
separate Owner's Manual
Volume
luggage compartment 152
W
Warning and indicator
lamps 18
Warning lamp 'Please fas-
ten safety belts' 18
Warning messages 78
Warranty and Service Guide
Booklet 126
Warranty, refer also to sepa-
rate booklet 7
Washer fluid
adding 122, 153
Washer fluid reservoir 122
volume 122
Washer jets, refer to Wind-
shield washer jets 74
Washer/wiper system 73, 74
washer fluid 122
Waste tray, refer to
Ashtray 100
Water on roadways, deep
water 111
Weights 152
Wheel and tire
combinations 117
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