
A congenial climate
104 1Automatic air distribution and supply, 
left side of passenger 
compartment107 
2Outside air/AUC Automatic recircu-
lated-air control/recirculated air105 
3Defrosting windows and removing 
condensation105 
4Temperature, left side of passenger 
compartment105 
5Maximum cooling105 
6Air supply, left side of passenger 
compartment105
7Switching off automatic climate 
control107
8Air supply, right side of passenger 
compartment105 
9Temperature, right side of passenger 
compartment105 
10Residual heat mode105
11Rear window defroster 12Switching air conditioner mode on and 
off manually105 
13Automatic air distribution and supply, 
right side of passenger 
compartment107 
14Air grill for interior temperature sensor – 
please keep clear and unobstructed 
15Independent ventilation110 
>Activation time activated: the indica-
tor lamp comes on 
>Independent ventilation switched on: 
the indicator lamp flashes 
All other setting options for the auto-
matic climate control can be found at 
"Settings" using the Control Center, refer to 
page107. 
The current settings for temperature and air 
supply are displayed to you in the status 
line of the Control Display. 
A description of the Control Center is pro-
vided on page17.< 
A congenial climate 
Activate the automatic mode using the 
AUTO button or "AUTO" in the Control 
Center, refer to page107. Select an interior 
temperature you find pleasant. 
The following section contains more 
detailed information on the available set-
ting options. 
All of the air conditioning functions, 
including Maximum cooling, refer to 
page105, and the Rear air conditioner, 
refer to page109, are available only when 
the engine is running.< 
Your vehicle has been designed to 
automatically select your personal 
climate-control settings whenever you unlock the doors using your individually 
programmed remote control.< 
Automatic air distribution and supply 
The AUTO program adjusts the 
airflow and distribution patterns 
for you while also using your 
preselected temperature setting as the 
basis for adjusting the interior climate to 
adapt to external influences: summer, win-
ter. 
The air conditioner comes on automatically 
when you select the AUTO program.  

Controls
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Mobility
Temperature adjustment 
You can turn to select the 
desired temperatures for the 
driver's and passenger sides. 
Your settings appear on the 
Control Display's status line. 
The figures in the display provide a general 
indication of interior temperature. When 
you start the vehicle, this system ensures 
that the selected temperature is achieved 
as quickly as possible. It then maintains this 
temperature, regardless of the season. 
Defrosting windows and removing 
condensation 
This program quickly removes 
ice and condensation from the 
windshield and door windows. 
Adjusting air supply manually 
You can adjust the air supply by 
turning. The automatic air sup-
ply control is operational when-
ever you see your selection rep-
resented by a bar on the 
Control Display's status line. The automatic 
air distribution remains in operation as 
before. You can reactivate the automatic air 
supply mode with the AUTO button. 
Switching air conditioner mode on 
and off manually
The air conditioner cools and 
dehumidifies the incoming air 
before also reheating it as 
required, according to temperature setting. 
Depending on the weather, the windshield 
may fog over briefly when the engine is 
started. 
The air conditioner comes on automatically 
when you select the AUTO program. 
Maximum cooling 
This program quickly provides 
maximum cooling. 
The temperature display reverts 
to 607/166 while the system 
switches to the recirculated-air mode and 
starts to provide maximum air supply through the vent outlets only. For this rea-
son you should ensure that these outlets 
are open before selecting this program.
Outside air/AUC Automatic 
recirculated-air control/recirculated 
air 
You can respond to unpleasant 
odors or pollutants in the imme-
diate environment by tempo-
rarily suspending the supply of outside air. 
The system then recirculates the air cur-
rently within the vehicle. AUC executes this 
function automatically. 
Press the button repeatedly to run through 
the following control sequence: 
>Indicator lamps off: outside air flows 
into the vehicle 
>Left indicator lamp on, AUC mode: the 
system detects pollutants in the outside 
air and responds by blocking the supply 
of outside air when required. The sys-
tem then recirculates the air currently 
within the vehicle. 
Depending upon air quality, in the auto-
matic mode the system may start to 
alternate between its outside-air and 
recirculated-air modes 
>Right indicator lamp on, recirculated-air 
mode: the supply of outside air into the 
vehicle is permanently blocked. The 
system then recirculates the air cur-
rently within the vehicle. 
If condensation starts to form on the 
inside window surfaces during opera-
tion in the recirculated-air mode, you 
should switch it off while also increasing air 
supply as required.< 
Residual heat mode 
The system uses the warmth 
stored in the engine to heat the 
interior when the ignition is off, 
for instance, while the vehicle 
is stopped at a school to pick 
up a child.
You can adjust the automatic climate con-
trol's settings when the ignition lock is in 
the radio mode. The system blows heated  

Controls
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Navigation
Entertainment
Mobility
The corresponding memory key1 is now 
programmed with the signal of the original 
hand-held transmitter.
The device can be operated as of ignition 
on.
If the device can not be operated 
after repeated programming, check 
whether the original hand-held transmitter 
uses an alternating-code system. To do so, 
either read the instructions of the original 
hand-held transmitter or press and hold 
down the programmed memory key1 of 
the integrated universal remote control. 
If the indicator lamp2 on the integrated 
universal remote control flashes quickly 
for a brief period and then remains lit up 
for approx. two seconds, this indicates 
that the original hand-held transmitter is 
equipped with an alternating-code system. 
In the case of an alternating-code system, 
program the memory keys1 as described 
at the section on alternating-code transmit-
ters.<
Alternating-code transmitters
Consult the operating instructions of the 
unit you wish to set when programming the 
universal remote control. You will find infor-
mation there on the possibilities for syn-
chronization.
When programming hand-held transmitters 
that employ an alternating code, please 
observe the following supplementary 
instructions:
Programming will be easier with the 
aid of a second person.<
1.Park your vehicle within the range of the 
remote-controlled device
2.Program the integrated universal 
remote control as described at the sec-
tion on fixed-code hand-held transmit-
ters
3.Localize the key on the receiver of the 
device you want to set up, e.g. on the 
upper section of the motor
4.Press the key on the receiver of the 
device you want to set up. After step 4, 
you have approx. 30 seconds for step 55.Press the programmed memory key1 
on the integrated universal remote con-
trol three times. 
The corresponding memory key1 is now 
programmed with the signal of the original 
hand-held transmitter. 
If you have any additional questions, 
please contact your BMW center.< 
Clearing memory keys 
Individual memory keys1 can not be 
cleared. However, you clear all three mem-
ory keys1 together as follows:
Press both outer keys1 of the integrated 
universal remote control for approx. 
20 seconds, maintaining pressure until the 
indicator lamp2 starts to flash.
Roller sun blinds* 
Rear window blind
To actuate as of radio mode, briefly press 
the button in the driver's door. 
Roller sun blinds for rear side 
windows 
Activate by briefly pressing the desired but-
ton with the ignition lock as of radio mode. 

Practical interior accessories
114 1Quarter window blind 
2Side window blind 
3Rear window blind
4Switching to the other side
The side window blind can not be 
extended unless the side window is 
closed. If the window is open, the blind will 
rise slightly prior to immediately retracting 
to its original position.< 
Briefly press the safety switch in the 
driver's door, refer to page44. The 
indicator lamp must light up. This precau-
tion prevents children from operating the 
sun blinds using the rear switches, etc. 
Before using always ensure that the sun 
blind's travel path is clear and unob-
structed.
When leaving the vehicle, always remove 
the remote control from the ignition lock 
and close the doors; this precaution pre-
vents children from using the sun blinds 
and injuring themselves, etc.< 
Automatically extending and 
retracting sun blinds 
You can extend and retract the sun blinds 
together by pressing and holding button3 
or the button in the driver's door. 
Rear cooler* 
The rear cooler is located behind the rear 
seats' center armrest. 
Switching on/off 
From radio mode, press the button until the 
indicator lamp in the button lights up. Vehicles with rear air conditioner: 
Once switched on, the rear cooler 
operates whenever the engine is running. 
High temperatures in the luggage compart-
ment can affect the temperature in the rear 
cooler. 
Vehicles without rear air conditioner: 
After the ignition has been switched off, the 
rear cooler is switched off automatically 
after a short period. 
When a low voltage is reached, it is auto-
matically switched off to protect the vehicle 
battery. The indicator lamp in the button 
flashes.
In the event of a malfunction, please con-
tact your BMW center.< 
Press the button again to switch off the rear 
cooler. 
Opening
Pull on the opener and fold the cooler box 
forward. 
Switching on/off using Control 
Center* 
When the rear air conditioner unit is 
switched on, the rear cooler operates 
whenever the engine is running.< 
1.With the ignition on, select "Climate" 
2.Select the second page of the 
"Climate" menu 
3.Select "Extra" and confirm your selec-
tion 
4.Select "Rear refr. box" and confirm your 
selection.  

Refueling
186
Refueling 
Fuel filler door 
Always switch off the engine before 
refueling. If you do not, fuel cannot be 
filled into the tank and a message will 
appear in the Check Control.< 
To open and close: briefly press the rear 
edge of the fuel filler door. 
Manual release 
In the event of an electrical defect in the 
system, you can release the fuel filler door 
manually: 
1.Lift the handle to remove the cover 
panel on the right side of the luggage 
compartment 
2.Take the button with the fuel pump 
symbol from the bracket and pull it to 
unlock the fuel filler door. 
Always observe all applicable precau-
tions and regulations when handling 
fuels. Never carry spare fuel containers in 
your vehicle. Whether empty or full, these 
containers can leak, cause an explosion, 
and lead to fire in the event of a collision.< 
Simple and environmentally friendly 
When handling fuels always observe 
any safety guidelines posted at the 
filling station.< 
Put the filler cap in the bracket attached to 
the fuel filler door. 
When refueling, insert the filler nozzle com-
pletely into the filler pipe. Lifting the filler 
nozzle during refueling 
>results in premature pump shutoff 
>can lead to reduced efficiency in the 
fuel-vapor recovery system. 
The fuel tank is full when the filler nozzle 
clicks off the first time. 
Closing fuel filler cap
Close the filler cap carefully after refu-
eling, continuing until you hear the 
detent engage. While closing, be sure not 
to squeeze the strap which is fastened to 
the cap. A loose or missing cap will activate 
a message
* in the Check Control.< 
Fuel tank capacity
Approx. 23.2 US gallons/88 liters, including 
the reserve capacity of approx. 2.6 gallons/
10 liters. 
Never attempt to continue driving 
until the tank is completely empty, as 
engine functions could be affected, and the 
vehicle could sustain damage as a result.<  

Reference 219
At a glance
Controls
Driving tips
Communications
Navigation
Entertainment
Mobility
"Audio"
– audio mode148
– radio152
Audio148
– adjusting tone149
– controls148
– switching on/off149
– volume149
"AUDIO" for 
DVD mode169
Audio mode148
"AUTO", automatic climate 
control107
Automatic
– air distribution104
– air supply104
– headlamp control100
– luggage compartment lid 
operation36,41
– steering wheel 
adjustment54
– windshield washer72
Automatic car wash, refer 
to the Caring for your 
vehicle brochure
Automatic climate 
control103
– rear air conditioner109
– rear cooler114
– settings in Control 
Display107
Automatic curb monitor56
Automatic Hold
– parking65
– parking brake65
Automatic recirculated-air 
control AUC105
Automatic soft closing
– doors39
– luggage compartment 
lid40
Automatic station 
search152
Automatic station 
storage153Automatic transmission 
with Steptronic68
– ignition62
– interlock62
– selector lever interlock68
– shiftlock69
– towing210
"AUTO P"
– function button54
– vehicle65
AUTO program, refer to 
Automatic air 
distribution104
"AUTOSTOR" for radio154
Average fuel 
consumption86
– setting units89
Average speed86
– setting units89
"Avoid highway"137
Avoiding tolls137
"Avoid route"141
"Avoid sect."140
"Avoid tolls"137
Axle loads, refer to 
Weights216
"A-Z", telephone179
B
Backrests, refer to Seat 
adjustment47,48
Backrest width 
adjustment47
Backup lamps, bulb 
replacement203
"Balance" in audio 
mode150
Bandages, refer to 
First-aid kit209
Bar, towing211
"Bass" in audio mode150
Battery207
– indicator lamp207
– jump-starting209
– remote control34
– switch207
"BC", refer to Computer87
Belts, refer to Safety 
belts51
Beverage holders116Blower, automatic climate 
control103
BMW active seat53
"BMW Assist"182
BMW Assist182
BMW Maintenance 
System198
"BMW Services", 
BMW Assist182
Bottle holder, refer to 
Beverage holders116
Brake fluid197
– indicator lamp13
– level197
Brake Force Display97
Brake hydraulic 
systems197
Brake lamps
– adaptive, refer to Brake 
force display97
– bulb replacement203
– indicator lamp, defective 
lamp83
Brake pad wear indicator, 
indicator lamp13
Brake rotors
– brake system123
– break-in122
Brakes123
– ABS92
– brake fluid197
– break-in122
– indicator/warning 
lamps13,92,94
– parking brake64
Brake system197
– brake fluid level197
– brake pads82
– break-in122
– disc brakes123
– indicator lamp13
Breakdown recovery, refer 
to Roadside 
Assistance182
Breakdown service, refer to 
Roadside Assistance182
Break-in procedures122
"Brief info", Control 
Center22 

Reference 221
At a glance
Controls
Driving tips
Communications
Navigation
Entertainment
Mobility
Coin holder, refer to 
Storage 
compartments115
Cold start, refer to Starting 
engine63
"Color" in TV mode164
Comfort Access37
– changing battery37
– observe in the car 
wash122
Comfort features14
Comfort mode, vehicle95
Comfort seat47
– in rear48
Comfort starting, refer to 
Starting engine63
"Comm.", 
Control Center24
Compact Disc, refer to
– CD changer160
– CD player158
Compartments, refer to 
Storage 
compartments115
Computer85
– "BC"87
– Control Display screen 
contents87
Condensation, refer to 
A/C operation122
Condition Based Service 
CBS198
Configuring adjustments56
"CONFIRM", vehicle83
Connecting a car vacuum 
cleaner, refer to Lighter 
socket117
Consumption, refer to 
Average consumption86
Consumption display, 
refer to
– Control Display screen 
contents87
– Fuel gauge85
Contents3
"Contrast" in TV mode164
Contrast in TV mode164Control Center17
– adjusting the 
brightness90
– assistance window22
– automatic climate 
control107
– changing menu page19
– changing settings89
– confirming selection or 
entry18
– display, menus21
– displaying help text22
– language selection89
– lists19
– menu item selection18
– menus21
– rear24
– selecting units of measure 
and display format89
– setting time and date90
– status lines23
– symbols20
– symbols and lists19
Control Display18
– rear24
Controller, refer to 
Control Center17
Controls10,14
– refer to Cockpit10,14
Convenience operation
– from inside38
– from outside36,38
– glass roof, electric36,38
– windows36,38
Coolant196
– indicator lamp83
– level196
– temperature gauge83
Cooler, refer to Rear 
cooler114
Cooling
– maximum105,109
– refer to Temperature105
Cooling system196
Copyright2
Cornering Brake Control 
CBC92
Creating voice address 
book143Cruise control73,75
– indicator lamp11
– multi-function steering 
wheel11
Cruising range86
Cup holder, refer to 
Beverage holders116
Curb weight, refer to 
Weights216
Current fuel 
consumption86
Current position
– correcting143
– displaying143
– entering143
– storing143
Cylinders, refer to Engine 
specifications214
D
Dashboard10,14
Data214
– dimensions215
– engine214
– filling capacities217
– technical214
– weights216
"Date"90
Date90
– changing90
– display format89
– displaying90
Daytime driving lamps100
DBC Dynamic Brake 
Control94
– indicator lamp13
Defect
– door lock38
– fuel filler door186
– glass roof, electric45
– luggage compartment 
lid41
Defective lamp201
Defroster
– rear window104
– windshield105
Defrosting position, refer to 
Defrosting windows105 

Everything from A to Z
222 Defrosting windows105
– automatic climate 
control105
Defrosting windows and 
removing condensation, 
automatic climate 
control105
Defrosting windshield, 
refer to Defrosting 
windows105
"DELETE" for 
navigation136,137
Destination address
– deleting137
– entering134
Destination for 
navigation132
– selecting using voice142
– selecting via 
information135
Destination guidance139
– changing route 
specifications137
– continuing142
– displaying driving 
route131
– distance and arrival86
– interrupting142
– interrupting voice 
instructions141
– selecting new route140
– starting139
– terminating142
– volume of voice 
instructions141
Destinations recently 
driven to137
"Dest. input" for 
navigation132
"Detour" for navigation141
Dialed numbers for 
telephone180
Differential, break-in122
Digital clock81
Dimensions215
Dimmed interior mirror53
Dipstick, engine oil195
Directional indicators, 
refer to Turn signals71Direction instruction, refer 
to Voice instructions141
Directory, refer to
– Address book142
– Phone book179
Disc brakes123
Displacement, refer to 
Engine specifications214
Display, refer to Control 
Display18
Display direction, 
altering140
Display elements12
Display illumination101
Display lighting, refer to 
Instrument lighting101
Display of faults83
Displays, refer to Info 
Display12
Disposal
– battery of remote 
control37
– vehicle battery207
Distance86
– unit of measure89
Distance control, refer to 
Active cruise control75
Distance to destination86
Distance warning91
Door entry lighting102
Door keys34
Door lock38
DOT Quality Grades190
Draft-free ventilation106
Driving lamps, refer to 
Parking lamps/
low beams100
Driving notes122
Driving stability control92
Driving through water, 
flooding123
Driving time87
Dry air, refer to 
A/C operation105
"DSC", vehicle94
DSC Dynamic Stability 
Control93
– indicator lamp13
"DTC", vehicle93DTC Dynamic Traction 
Control93
– indicator lamp13
"DVD"
– in audio mode148
– in DVD mode166
DVD changer165
– adjusting picture168
– adjusting tone149
– controls148
– country codes166
– DVD controller166
– fast forward167
– fast reverse167
– freezing frame168
– searching for chapter168
– selecting a track167
– selecting DVD167
– selecting language168
– selecting picture 
format168
– selecting subtitles168
– specific menu169
– starting166
– volume149
DVD multimedia changer, 
refer to DVD changer165
Dynamic Brake Control 
DBC94
– indicator lamp13
Dynamic destination 
guidance, traffic 
information during 
destination guidance140
Dynamic Drive95
Dynamic Stability Control 
DSC93
– indicator lamp13
Dynamic Traction Control 
DTC93
– indicator lamp13
E
EBV Electronic brake-force 
distribution93
EDC Electronic Damping 
Control95
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