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Indicator and warning lamps
The concept
Indicator and warning lamps can light up both in
the display area1 and in the display2 in various
combinations and colors.
When the engine is started or the ignition is
switched on, some lamps are checked for
proper operation and light up briefly in the pro-
cess.
Explanatory text messages
Text messages at the bottom edge of the Con-
trol Display explain the meaning of the indicator
and warning lamps displayed.
You can consult Check Control for additional
information, e.g. regarding the cause of a mal-function or the appropriate actions to take, refer
to page64.
In cases of corresponding urgency, this infor-
mation is immediately displayed when the
associated lamps light up.
Indicator lamps without text messages
The following indicator lamps in the display
area 1 indicate that the associated functions are
activated or deactivated:
MDrive46
Handbrake set52
Handbrake engaged for Canadian
models
Parking lamps/low beams80
M Dynamic Mode72
High beams/headlamp flasher81
Lamp flashes:
DSC controls the drive and braking
forces for maintaining vehicle
stability72

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Starting engine
Do not run the engine in closed rooms,
otherwise the inhaling of toxic exhaust
gases can cause unconsciousness and death.
The exhaust gases contain carbon monoxide,
an odorless and colorless, but highly toxic gas.
Never leave an unattended vehicle with the
engine running, as such a vehicle represents a
potential safety hazard.
Before leaving the vehicle with the engine run-
ning, move the selector lever into the N position
and set the handbrake, otherwise the vehicle
can begin to roll.<
When starting the engine, do not press the
accelerator pedal.
Do not allow the engine to warm up by leaving it
running while the vehicle remains stationary.
Instead, begin to drive immediately at a moder-
ate engine speed.
Do not press the brake pedal as long as
you do not want to start the engine. The
engine starts immediately when you briefly
press the Start/Stop button with the brake
pedal depressed.<
1.Depress brake pedal.
2.Place selector lever in position N.
3.Briefly press Start/Stop button.
The system responds by automatically engag-
ing the starter for a certain period and automat-
ically disengaging it as soon as the engine
starts.
If the engine does not start, shift back to
the last selector lever position selected,
refer to the instrument cluster display or the
selector lever. Then select the position N.
You cannot start off with the hood open.When the engine is cold, the exhaust system
has a slightly metallic undertone due to the sys-
tem design.<
Avoid frequent starting in quick succes-
sion or repeated starting attempts in
which the engine does not start. Otherwise, the
fuel is not burned at all or is burned inade-
quately and there is a danger of overheating and
damage to the catalytic converter.<
Special starting conditions
Depress the accelerator pedal halfway when
starting the engine in the following situations:
>The engine fails to start on the first attempt,
e.g. if it is very hot or cold.
>The engine is started at very low tempera-
tures, below approx. + 57/– 156, at high
altitudes, over approx. 3,300 ft/1,000 m.
Switching engine off
Do not remove the remote control from
the ignition lock while the vehicle is roll-
ing, otherwise the steering wheel lock would
engage while steering.
When leaving the vehicle, always take the
remote control with you.
When parking on a downhill incline, apply the
handbrake, as otherwise the vehicle could roll
away.<
1.Apply handbrake.
2.Move selector lever into a drive position.
3.Briefly press Start/Stop button.
A signal sounds when the position N is
engaged and the handbrake is not set when
switching off the engine.
Handbrake
The handbrake is primarily intended to prevent
the vehicle from rolling while parked; it brakes
the rear wheels.

Things to remember when driving
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Things to remember when driving
Breaking-in
Moving parts need time to adjust to one
another. To ensure that your vehicle continues
to provide optimized economy of operation
throughout an extended service life, we request
that you devote careful attention to the follow-
ing section.
Do not use the driving programs 5 and 6, refer
to Drivelogic on page54, during break-in.
Engine and differential
Always obey all official speed limits.
Up to 1,200 miles/2,000 km
Drive at changing engine and driving speeds,
however do not exceed 5,500 rpm or 105 mph/
170 km/h.
Avoid full-throttle operation and use of the
transmission's kick-down mode during these
initial miles.
From 1,200 miles/2,000 km to
3,000 miles/5,000 km
The engine and driving speed can gradually be
increased up to a continuous vehicle speed of
135 mph/220 km/h. Only drive at top speed
briefly, e.g. when passing.
Transmission
The function of the transmission is only at its
optimized level after driving a distance of
approx. 300 miles/500 km. Do not exceed
engine speeds of 5,500 rpm during this time.
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 reservedly 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 in a reserved manner during
this break-in period.
Clutch
The function of the clutch is only at its opti-
mized level after a distance driven of approx.
300 miles/500 km.
Following part replacement
Observe the break-in instructions again if com-
ponents mentioned above must be replaced
after subsequent driving operation.
General driving notes
Closing luggage compartment lid
Only drive with the luggage compartment
lid completely closed, otherwise exhaust
can penetrate into the passenger compart-
ment.<
If special circumstances should make it abso-
lutely necessary to operate the vehicle with the
luggage compartment lid open:
1.Close both windows.
2.Increase the air volume of the automatic
climate control to a high level, refer to
page86.
Hot exhaust system
As in all vehicles, extremely high temper-
atures are generated in the exhaust sys-
tem. Do not remove the heat shields installed
adjacent to it, and never apply undercoating to
them. When driving, standing at idle and while
parking, 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, and with it

Replacing components
184 4.Turn the cover around the rear securing
point2 upward while simultaneously pulling
it out of the trim panel at the bottom.
5.Turn the bulb holder to the left and remove,
refer to arrow.
6.Remove and replace the bulb.
Side markers
Bulb 5 watts, WY5W ST
The bulb can be replaced via a cover at the front
of the wheel well, refer to the description for
turn signal lamp 2.
1.The bulb holder of the sidemarker lamp is
located toward the outside of the vehicle
next to the bulb holder of turn signal lamp 2.
2.Turn the bulb holder to the left and remove.
3.Remove and replace the bulb.
Side turn signals
Bulb 5 watts, WY 5 W
1.Press against the front edge of the lamp
with the tip of your finger, then push it to the
rear, release the snap connection at the
front and take it off the trim strip.2.Turn the bulb holder to the left by 905 and
remove.
3.Remove and replace the bulb.
Tail lamps
The roadside parking, rear and brake
lamps are LEDs. The backup lamps are
equipped with long-life bulbs. Please contact a
BMW center in case of a malfunction.<
1Turn signals
2Roadside parking, rear and brake lamp
3Backup lamp
4Reflector
Rear turn signals
Bulb 21 watts, PY 21 W
The illustration shows the recess on the left
side of the luggage compartment.
1.Remove the cover.
2.Unclip the bulb holder and remove.
3.Apply gentle pressure to the bulb while
turning it to the left for removal and replace-
ment.

Everything from A to Z
210 Destination guidance118
– bypassing route
sections122
– canceling voice
instructions45
– changing specified
route116
– displaying routes119
– distance and arrival118
– interrupting118
– starting118
– terminating/continuing118
– voice instructions121
– volume of voice
instructions121
Destination list for
navigation113
Destinations recently driven
to113
"Details" in audio mode141
"Dial" for mobile phone153
"Dial number"153
Digital clock60
Digital radio, refer to High
Definition Radio134
Dimensions199
Directional indicators, refer to
Turn signals56
Direction announcements,
refer to Voice
instructions121
Direction instructions, refer to
Voice instructions121
Directory for navigation, refer
to Address book114
Displacement, refer to Engine
data198
"Display"69
Display, refer to iDrive16
Display lighting, refer to
Instrument lighting83
"Display off"21
Displays, refer to Instrument
cluster12
"Display settings"67
Displays on the windshield,
refer to Head-Up Display77Disposal
– battery of remote control
with comfort access37
– vehicle battery190
Distance, refer to
Computer61
"Distance to dest."62
Distance to destination, refer
to Computer61
Distance warning, refer to
PDC Park Distance
Control70
Door entry lighting, refer to
Interior lamps83
Door key, refer to Keys/
remote control
28
Door lock32
"Door locks"30
Doors
– manual operation32
– remote control31
DOT Quality Grades172
Draft-free ventilation87
Drivelogic54
"Driver's door only"30
Driving lamps, refer to Parking
lamps/low beams80
Driving notes98
Driving programs, refer to
Drivelogic54
Driving route, refer to
Displaying the route119
Driving stability control
systems71
Driving through water99
Driving tips, refer to Driving
notes98
Drying the air, refer to Cooling
function86
"DSC"46,72
DSC Dynamic Stability
Control71
– indicator lamp13,72
DVD for navigation106
Dynamic Brake Control
DBC71
Dynamic Stability Control
DSC71
– M Dynamic Mode MDM72
E
Easy entry, refer to Entering
rear42
Easy entry/exit45
EBV, refer to Electronic brake-
force distribution71
"EDC"46
EDC Electronic Damping
Control73
– "Comfort"73
– "Normal"73
– "Sport"73
Eject button, refer to Buttons
on CD player126
Electrical malfunction
– door lock32
– driver's door32
– fuel filler door168
– luggage compartment lid34
– storage compartment, hotel
function33
Electric steering wheel
adjustment44
Electronic brake-force
distribution71
Electronic Damping Control
EDC73
Emergency assistance, refer
to Roadside Assistance192
Emergency call191
Emergency operation, refer to
Manual operation
– door lock32
– driver's door32
– fuel filler door168
– hotel function33
– luggage compartment lid34
Emergency release for
luggage compartment lid in
luggage compartment34
Emergency services, refer to
Roadside Assistance192
"Emission inspect."64
"Enable services"162
"End call"153

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Indicator/warning lamps
– airbags77
– DSC13,72
– Flat Tire Monitor74
– handbrake13,52
– MDrive13,46
– M Dynamic Mode13,72
– parking lamps/low beams13
– safety belt warning43
Indicator and warning lamps,
overview13
Individually programmable
button on steering wheel45
Individual settings
– refer to MDrive46
– refer to Personal Profile29
Inflation pressure, refer to Tire
inflation pressure170
Information
– on another location112
– on current position112
– on destination location112
"Information" for
navigation112
"Information on
destination"114
Initializing
– Flat Tire Monitor74
– radio, refer to Storing
stations132
– refer to Power failure190
– seat, mirror and steering
wheel memory40
– time and date67
"Input map"111
Installation location
– CD changer143
– navigation drive106
Instructions for navigation
system, refer to Voice
instructions121
Instrument cluster12
Instrument illumination, refer
to Instrument lighting83
Instrument lighting83
Instrument panel, refer to
Instrument cluster12
Integrated key28Integrated universal remote
control90
Interesting destination for
navigation112
"Interim time"67
Interior lamps83
– switching on with remote
control31
Interior motion sensor
35
– switching off36
Interior rearview mirror44
– automatically dimming, refer
to Automatic functions44
Intermittent wiper mode56
J
Jacking points188
Joystick, refer to iDrive16
Jump starting192
K
Keyless-Go, refer to Comfort
access36
Keyless opening and closing,
refer to Comfort access36
Key Memory, refer to Personal
Profile29
"Keypad"156
Keys28
– key-related settings, refer to
Personal Profile29
Kick-down, refer to Drive
mode53
Knock control169
L
Lamps, refer to Parking lamps/
low beams80
Lamps and bulbs182
"Languages"69
– for navigation121
Lashing eyes, refer to
Securing cargo101
Last destinations, refer to
Destination list113"Last seat pos."41
LATCH child-restraint fixing
system49
LEDs light-emitting
diodes182
Length, refer to
Dimensions199
License plate lamps, replacing
bulbs185
Light-emitting diodes
LEDs182
Lighter93
"Lighting"56,80
Lighting
– instruments83
– of the vehicle, refer to
Lamps80
– refer to High-beam
assistant81
Light switch80
"Limit"66
Loading, refer to Cargo
loading100
"Lock after driving"32
Lock buttons in the doors,
refer to Locking33
Locking
– from inside33
– from outside31
– without key, refer to Comfort
access36
Locking and unlocking doors
– from inside32
– from outside30
Locking out, refer to
Unlocking36
Locking without key, refer to
Comfort access36
Low beams80
– automatic80
– indicator lamp13
– replacing bulbs182
Lower back support, refer to
Lumbar support40
Lug bolts188
– tightening torque, refer to
After mounting189
– wrench188

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Navigation instructions, refer
to Switching voice instruc-
tions on/off121
Navigation system106
– address book114
– bypassing route
sections122
– destination entry107
– destination guidance in
assistance window106
– destination list113
– displaying current
position122
– entering a destination
manually107
– entering destination via
voice110
– last destinations113
– looking for interesting
destination112
– route display119
– route list120
– selecting destination using
information112
– selecting destination via
map111
– selecting route criteria116
– starting107
– starting destination
guidance118
– switching off, refer to Termi-
nating/continuing desti-
nation guidance118
– terminating/continuing
destination guidance118
– voice instructions121
– volume adjustment121
"Navigation voice
instructions"45
"Navigation voice instructions
on"121
Neck support, refer to Front
head restraints41
"New address" for
navigation114
"New destination"107,111
New remote control28
"New route"122New wheels and tires173
"Next entertainment
source"45
"Normal" with EDC73
Nozzles
– refer to Ventilation87
– refer to Windshield washer
nozzles57
Nylon rope, refer to Tow-
starting and towing193
O
OBD Socket181
Octane ratings, refer to Fuel
specifications169
Odometer59
Oil
– additives178
– approved engine oils178
– capacity200
– consumption176
– level176
– topping off177
Oil change intervals
– refer to Service
requirements63
– refer to the Service and
Warranty Information
Booklet for US models or to
the Warranty and Service
Guide Booklet for Canadian
models
"On a new destination" for
navigation113
"Onboard info"61
Onboard monitor, refer to
iDrive16
Onboard tool kit182
"On destination"113
"On location"113
Opening and closing
– comfort access36
– from inside32
– from outside30
– using door lock32
– using the remote control30Operation by voice for mobile
phone156
– adjusting volume157
– canceling157
– commands157
– correcting phone
number158
– dialing phone number158
– placing a call158
– redialing159
– voice phone book158
"Options"164
Orientation menu, refer to
Start menu17
Output, refer to Engine
data198
Outside air, refer to AUC
Automatic recirculated-air
control87
Outside temperature
display60
– changing unit of measure69
P
"P 400"55
"P 500"55
"P 500 Sport"55
Panic mode31
Park Distance Control PDC70
"Parked car operation"88
"Parked car ventilation"88
Parked car ventilation
– activating an activation
time89
– setting activation time88
– switching on and off
directly88
Parking, vehicle51
Parking aid, refer to PDC Park
Distance Control70
Parking assistant, refer to
PDC Park Distance
Control70
Parking brake, refer to
Handbrake51
Parking lamps80
– indicator lamp13
– replacing bulbs183

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Mobility
"Repeat directory" in audio
mode142
"Repeat" in audio mode142
"Repeat track" in audio
mode142
Replacement fuses190
Replacing bulbs, refer to
Lamps and bulbs182
Replacing tires
– changing a wheel187
– new wheels and tires173
Reporting an accident, refer to
Initiating emergency
call191
Reporting safety defects7
Required fuel169
Reserve warning, refer to Fuel
gauge60
Reservoir for washer
systems57
"Reset"
– for stopwatch67
– tone settings129
Reset, refer to Resetting tone
settings129
"Reset to default" with
MDrive46
Residual heat87
Restraint systems
– for children48
– refer to Safety belts42
Retreaded tires173
Reverse, fast
– CD changer143
– CD player143
Reverse gear52
Road map119
"Roadside
Assistance"155,163
Roadside Assistance192
Roadside parking lamps81
– replacing bulbs, refer to
Parking lamps183
Rope, refer to Tow-starting
and towing193
Rotary fuel controller, refer to
iDrive16Route116
– bypassing sections122
– changing116,122
– display119
– displaying arrow display119
– displaying map119
– displaying towns/cities and
streets120
– list120
– selecting116
– selecting criteria116
Route map, refer to Map
view119
"Route preference",
changing116
Route selection116
S
Safety belts42
– damage43
– indicator lamp43
– sitting safely39
Safety belt tensioners, refer to
Safety belts42
Safety systems
– ABS Antilock Brake
System71
– airbags75
– DSC Dynamic Stability
Control71
– safety belts42
Satellite radio135
– enabling channels136
– selecting channel136
– storing channel136
"SAT" on the radio126,136
"Save current
destination"116
"Scan"
– playing a music track141
– playing stations131
Scan
– CD changer141
– CD player141
– radio131
"Scan all" in audio mode141
"Scan directory" in audio
mode141Screw thread for tow
fitting193
SDARS, refer to Satellite
radio135
Seats39
– adjusting40
– adjusting backrest width40
– heating43
– lumbar support40
– memory, refer to Seat, mirror
and steering wheel
memory40
– sitting safely39
– storing the setting40
– thigh support40
Securing cargo101
– ski bag95
"Select as destination"113
"Select current speed"67
Selecting audio sources, refer
to Operating via iDrive126
Selecting frequency
manually131
Selecting menu items19
Selecting new scale for
navigation system
display120
Selecting route116
Selection options with
navigation system
116
Selector lever, Sequential
Manual Transmission52
Selector lever lock, refer to
Shiftlock52
Sequential Manual Trans-
mission with Drivelogic52
– Drivelogic driving
programs54
– Drive mode53
– idle53
– initializing system, refer to
After changing wheels/
tires174
– kick-down53
– reverse gear52
– Sequential mode53
– shift lights55
– shiftlock52
Sequential mode53