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Closing the gas capPlace the cap in position and turn it
until a clearly audible click is heard.
Close the gas cap carefully after
refueling until a click is heard.
While closing, be sure not to squeeze
the strap which is fastened to the cap.
A loose or missing cap will activate the
CHECK GAS CAP* lamp.<
Warning lamp* lights up. The
gas cap is not properly closed
or is missing. Check if the gas
cap is properly closed.Fuel tank capacity>Approx. 16.6 gal./63 liters, of which
>approx. 2.1 gal./8 liters are reserve
capacity.
Do not drive to the last drop of
fuel. This can prevent the engine
from operating properly and result in
damage.<
Fuel specificationsThe engine uses lead-free gasoline
only.Required fuelPremium Unleaded Gasoline,
Minimum Octane Rating: AKI 91.
Minimum Octane Rating corresponds to
the Anti Knock Index AKI and is deter-
mined according to the so-called
(R+M)/2 method.
Do not use leaded gasoline, as
otherwise the lambda probe and
catalytic converter will be permanently
damaged. cant differences in fuel quality: volatility,
composition, additives, etc., among
gasolines offered for sale in the United
States and Canada. Fuels containing up
to and including 10 % ethanol or other
oxygenates with up to 2.8 % oxygen by
weight, that is, 15 % MTBE or 3 % meth-
anol plus an equivalent amount of co-
solvent, 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 cer-
tain environmental conditions such as
high ambient temperature and high alti-
tude.
Should you encounter drivability prob-
lems 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.
Failure to comply with these recom-
mendations may also result in unsched-
uled maintenance.<
Refueling
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Overview
Controls and features
Operation, maintenance
Owner service procedures
Technical data
Index
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KeysThe key set1Each master key with remote control
is powered by an extended-life bat-
tery that is charged automatically in
the ignition lock as you drive. For this
reason, user every master key at
least twice a year to keep its battery
charged. Depending on which master
key is recognized when the vehicle is
unlocked, different settings are called
up and carried out in the vehicle,
refer to Vehicle Memory, Key Memory
on page 59.
2Replacement key for storage in a safe
place, e.g. your wallet.
This key cannot be used to open the
locks for the luggage compartment
lid or the glove compartment. This
can be advantageous for valet park-
ing, for example. The key is not
intended for constant use.
Central locking systemThe conceptThe central locking system engages
and releases the locks on the:
>doors
>luggage compartment lid
>fuel filler door.
The central locking system is ready for
operation whenever the driver's door is
closed.
The central locking system can be
operated
>from outside via the door lock and
using the remote control
>from inside via the central locking
system button.
If it is operated from inside, the fuel
filler door will not be locked, refer to
page 33.
When the system is actuated from the
outside, the anti-theft system is also
activated. This prevents the doors from
being unlocked via the lock buttons or
the release handle. The alarm system is
also activated or deactivated.
In the event of a sufficiently severe
accident, the central locking system
unlocks automatically. In addition, the
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Opening and closing – via the remote controlThe conceptThe remote control also provides two
additional functions beyond the central
locking feature:
>Switch on the interior lamps, refer to
page 30.
With this function you can also
search for your vehicle – when
parked in an underground garage, for
instance
>Open the luggage compartment lid,
refer to page 30.
The luggage compartment lid will
open slightly, regardless of whether it
was locked or unlocked.
Whenever you unlock or lock the vehi-
cle, you simultaneously deactivate/acti-
vate the anti-theft system, disarm/arm
the alarm system and switch the interior
lamps on/off.Master keys with remote control
Since passengers or animals
remaining in the vehicle might be
able to lock the doors from the inside,
always take the vehicle's keys with you
so that the vehicle can be opened again
from the outside at any time.<
If it is no longer possible to lock
the vehicle via the remote control,
the battery is discharged. Use this key
while driving for an extended period in
order to recharge the battery. To pre-
vent unauthorized use of the remote
control, surrender only the spare key
when leaving the vehicle for valet park-
ing, for example.
In the event of a system malfunction,
please contact your BMW center. You
can also obtain replacement keys
there.<
1Unlock, convenience opening mode,
and disarm alarm system
2Lock and secure, arm alarm system,
activate interior lamps, disarm tilt
alarm sensor and interior motion sen-
sor
3Open luggage compartment, Panic
mode – trigger alarmTo releasePress button to unlock the driver's door
only.
Press the button a second time to
unlock all vehicle locks.<
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Convenience opening modePress the button briefly and then keep it
pressed. The windows and the glass
sunroof open.To lock and securePress button.
As a confirmation that the vehi-
cle's locks have engaged
securely, the hazard warning flashers
light up once.<
You can have this confirmation
signal deactivated. again.
With this function, you can also search
for your vehicle when parked in an
underground garage, for instance.
To deactivate the tilt alarm* and
interior motion sensors*Press button a second time immedi-
ately after locking.
For additional information: page 38.To open the luggage
compartment lidPress button briefly.
The lid will open slightly, no matter
whether it was locked or unlocked.
If the vehicle was previously
locked, the luggage compartment
is also locked again after it is closed.
Before and after a trip, be sure that the
luggage compartment lid has not been
opened unintentionally. 2 seconds, the alarm system* can be
triggered in the event of danger, if the
system is armed.
To switch off the alarmPress button.External systemsMalfunctions:
Local radio waves can impede the func-
tioning of the remote control.
If this occurs, open and close the vehi-
cle using a master key in the door lock.For US owners onlyThe transmitter and receiver units com-
ply with part 15 of the FCC Federal
Communications Commission regula-
tions. Operation is governed by the fol-
lowing:
FCC ID:
>X8EWS
>LX8FZVS
>LX8FZVE
Compliance statement:
This device complies with part 15 of the
FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the
following two conditions:
>This device may not cause harmful
interference, and
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>this device must accept any interfer-
ence received, including interference
that may cause undesired operation.
Any unauthorized modifications to
these devices could void the
user's authority to operate the equip-
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Opening and closing – via the door lockOne turn of the key in the driver's door
lock unlocks the driver's door only.
Turning the key a second time unlocks
the passenger's door, the luggage
compartment lid and the fuel filler door.
As a confirmation that the vehi-
cle's locks have engaged
securely, the hazard warning flashers
light up once.<
You can have this confirmation
signal deactivated. the glass sunroof via the door lock.
>To open: with the door closed, hold
the key in the Unlock position
>To fasten: with the door closed, hold
the key in the Lock position.
Whenever closing the windows or
sliding/tilt sunroof you should
always monitor their path and progress
to ensure that no one is injured. Releas-
ing the key stops the operation. can unlock or lock the driver's door by
turning the key in the lock all the way to
the left or right.