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>Brightness of the Control Display, refer to
page86
>Language on the Control Display, refer to
page86
>Units of measure for fuel consumption, dis-
tance covered/remaining distances, and
temperature, refer to page78
>Show visual warning for Park Distance Con-
trol PDC
*, refer to page88
>Welcome lamps, refer to page100
>Pathway lighting, refer to page101
>Daytime running lamps, refer to page101
>Automatic climate control: AUTO program,
activating/deactivating cooling function and
automatic recirculated-air control, setting
temperature, air flow rate and distribution,
refer to page105 ff
>Audio volume, refer to page161
>Tone control, refer to page161
>Speed-dependent volume control, refer to
page161
Central locking system
The concept
The central locking system is ready for opera-
tion whenever the driver's door is closed.
The system simultaneously engages and
releases the locks on the following:
>Doors
>Luggage compartment lid
>Fuel filler door
>Convertible: center armrest and glove com-
partment
Operating from outside
>Via the remote control
>Via the door lock
>In cars with convenient access
*, via the
handles on the driver's and front passen-
ger's doorsThe anti-theft system is also operated at the
same time. It prevents the doors from being
unlocked using the lock buttons or door han-
dles. In addition, if the remote control is used,
the welcome lamps, interior lamps and the
door's courtesy lamps
* are switched on or off.
The alarm system
* is also armed or disarmed.
For further details of the alarm system,
refer to
page35.
Operating from inside
By means of the button for central locking, refer
to page32.
In the event of a sufficiently severe accident, the
central locking system unlocks automatically. In
addition, the hazard warning flashers and inte-
rior lamps come on.
Opening and closing:
Using the remote control
Persons or animals in a parked vehicle
could lock the doors from the inside. You
should therefore take the remote control with
you when you leave the vehicle so that the latter
can be opened from outside.<
Convertible: to operate the retractable
hardtop with the remote control, the
doors and luggage compartment lid must be
closed and the cargo bay partition must be
folded down and engaged on both sides. Refer
also to page41.<
Unlocking
Press the button.
The interior lamps, the courtesy lamps
* and the
welcome lamps come on.
You can also set the way in which the car is
unlocked. The setting is stored for the remote
control currently in use.
iDrive, for operating principle refer to page16.
1.Press the button.
This opens the start menu.
2.Press the controller to open the menu.
3.Select "Settings" and press the controller.
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the entire airbag system and the belt tensioners
are operational.
Airbag system malfunction
>Warning lamp does not light up at radio
readiness or beyond.
>Warning lamp remains permanently on.
In the event of a fault in the airbag system,
have it checked without delay, otherwise
there is the risk that the system will not function
as intended even if a sufficiently severe acci-
dent occurs.<
Convertible: rollover
protection system
The rollover protection system is activated
automatically in the event of an accident, a crit-
ical driving situation, an extreme tilt in the car's
longitudinal axis or upon loss of ground contact.
The protection bars behind the rear head
restraints deploy within fractions of a second.
As a supplementary system to the reinforced
windshield frame, the rollover protection sys-
tem ensures that the necessary headroom is
maintained for all vehicle occupants.
Always keep the area of movement of the
rollover protection system clear.
In minor accidents, you are protected by the
fastened safety belt and, depending on acci-
dent severity, by the safety belt tensioner and
multi-phase airbag retention system.<
Resetting
If the rollover protection system was not
impacted after being automatically activated, it
can be reset by lowering the protection bars to
their original positions. This does not require
tools.1.Push the locking lever to one side and hold
it there.
2.Push the protection bar halfway down from
above.
3.Release the locking lever.
4.Push the protection bar down until it snaps
into place.
5.Repeat the procedure for the other protec-
tion bar.
Have the rollover protection system checked
after an unexpected activation.
Never move the retractable hardtop when
the rollover protection system is in the
activated position.
Do not make any modifications to the individual
components of the rollover protection system
or its cabling.
Work on the rollover protection system should
only be performed by a BMW center.
Incorrectly performed work on the system may
lead to system failure or incorrect operation.
To check the system and ensure flawless long-
term operation, always observe the service
intervals, refer to page79.<
Climate
106
Maximum cooling
At outside temperatures above
327/06 and when the engine is
running, you obtain a maximum
cooling effect as soon as possible.
The automatic climate control switches to the
lowest temperature and operates in recircu-
lated-air mode. Air flows at maximum rate only
from the vents for the upper body area. You
should therefore open them for maximum cool-
ing.
AUTO program
The AUTO program adjusts the air
distribution to the windshield and
side windows, towards the upper
body area and into the footwell for you. The air
flow rate and your temperature specifications
will be adapted to outside influences as a result
of seasonal changes, e.g. sunlight or window
condensation.
The cooling is switched on automatically with
the AUTO program.
Intensity of the AUTO program
You can set the intensity of the air supply in the
AUTO program. This changes the duration of
time during which the vehicle interior is heated
or cooled.
1.Press the button.
This opens the start menu.
2.Move the controller to the left to call up "Cli-
mate".
3.Select "Automatic programs" and press the
controller.4.Select the desired intensity and press the
controller.
The selected intensity level of the auto-
matic program is switched on.
Convertible program
When the hardtop is open, the Convertible pro-
gram is selectable as well. In the Convertible
program, the automatic climate control is opti-
mized for driving with the hardtop open. In addi-
tion, the air flow rate is increased as vehicle
speed increases.
When the Convertible program has been
selected, it is automatically activated every time
the hardtop is opened.
The effectiveness of the Convertible pro-
gram can be enhanced considerably by
installing the wind deflector.<
Adjusting air flow rate manually
Press the left side of the button to
reduce airflow. Press the right side
of the button to increase it.
You can reactivate the automatic mode for the
air flow rate with the AUTO button.
Switching the system on/off
With the blower at its lowest setting, press the
left side of the button to switch off the auto-
matic climate control. All indicators go out.
Press any button except REST to reactivate the
automatic climate control.
AUC Automatic recirculated-air
control/Recirculated-air mode
Switch on the desired operating
mode by pressing this button
repeatedly:
>LED off: outside air flows in continuously.
>Left-hand LED on, AUC mode: a sensor
detects pollutants in the outside air. If nec-
essary, the system blocks the supply of out-
side air and recirculates the inside air. As
soon as the concentration of pollutants in
the outside air has decreased sufficiently,
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Coupe: socket in the cargo bay*
Open the cap.
Coupe:
Through-loading system*
Opening
1.To release the rear seat backrest, pull the
corresponding lever in the cargo bay.
2.The unlocked rear seat backrest moves for-
ward slightly. Fold the backrest forward by
the head restraint.
Closing
Return the rear seat backrest to its upright posi-
tion and engage it.When returning the backrest into its seat-
ing position, make sure that the seat's
locking mechanism engages properly. Other-
wise, cargo could be thrown around in the event
of sharp braking or swerving and endanger the
occupants.<
The lashing eyes in the cargo bay provide you
with a way to attach cargo bay nets
* or draw
straps for securing suitcases and luggage, refer
to page127.
Convertible:
Cargo loading
Make sure that no liquids are spilled or
leak from their containers in the cargo
bay, as this could result in damage to the vehi-
cle.<
Enlarging the cargo bay
When the hardtop is closed you can enlarge the
cargo bay:
To do so, push the cargo bay partition upward.
Before opening the hardtop, push the cargo bay
partition down until it engages on both sides.
Before moving the hardtop, ensure that
there are no objects on or next to the
cargo bay partition, otherwise parts of the hard-
top may be damaged. Do not exceed the maxi-
mum loading height; refer to the sticker in the
cargo bay showing a line indicating the maxi-
mum height. Do not use force to push down the
cargo bay partition.<
The retractable hardtop can only be
opened if the cargo bay partition is in its
lowermost position and engaged on both
sides.<
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Navigation
Entertainment
Mobility
Central locking system29
– convenient access36
– hotel function34
Changes, technical, refer to
For your own safety5
Changing bulbs, refer to
Lamps and bulbs230
Changing the language on the
Control Display86
Changing the measurement
units on the Control
Display78
Changing wheels233
Chassis number, refer to
Engine compartment224
Check Control83
"Check Control
messages"85
Child-restraint fixing system
LATCH57
Child-restraint systems56
Child seats, refer to
Transporting children
safely56
Chrome parts, care, refer to
Caring for your vehicle
brochure
Cigarette lighter, refer to
Lighter116
Cleaning, refer to Caring for
your vehicle brochure
Cleaning headlamps65
– washer fluid65
"Climate"105
Clock74
– 12h/24h mode82
– setting time81
Closing
– from inside32
– from outside29
Clothes hooks115
Cockpit10
Cold start, refer to Starting the
engine60
Combined instrument, refer to
Instrument cluster12
Comfort access, refer to
Convenient access36Comfort area, refer to Around
the center console14
"Communication"192,202,
203,204
Compact disc, refer to
– CD changer173
– CD player173
Compartment for remote
control, refer to Ignition
lock59
Compass112
Computer75
– displays on Control
Display76
– hour signal82
Computer, refer to iDrive
16
"Concert hall" for Tone
control162
"Concierge"204
Concierge service204
Condensation, refer to When
the vehicle is parked126
Condition Based Service
CBS228
Configuring settings, refer to
Personal Profile28
Confirmation signals for
locking/unlocking the
vehicle31
Connecting vacuum cleaner,
refer to Connecting
electrical appliances116
Consumption, refer to
Average consumption76
Consumption display
– average consumption76
"Continue guidance to
destination?"148
Control Center, refer to
iDrive16
Control Display
– brightness86
– changing the language86
– switching off/on21
Control Display, refer to
iDrive16
Controller, refer to iDrive16
Controls and displays10
Control unit, refer to iDrive16Convenient access36
– replacing the battery38
– what to observe before
entering a car wash37
Convenient operation
– glass roof30
– glass roof with convenient
access37
– retractable hardtop30
– windows30
– windows with convenient
access37
Convertible
– bag holder118
– enlarging cargo bay117
– folding down rear
backrest118
– retractable hardtop41
– rollover protection
system99
– securing cargo127
– stowing cargo126
Coolant226
– checking level227
Coolant temperature75
Cooling, maximum106
Cooling fluid, refer to
Coolant226
Cooling system, refer to
Coolant226
Copyright2
Corner-illuminating lamps,
refer to Adaptive Head
Light101
Cornering lamps, refer to
Adaptive Head Light101
Correct tires221
Courtesy lamps, refer to
Interior lamps103
Cross-hairs in navigation139
Cruise control66
– active67
– malfunction67
Cruising range75
Cup holders115
Curb weight, refer to
Weights247
"Current position"155
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R
Radio
– autostore165
– controls160
– High Definition Radio167
– listening to stations164
– sampling stations165
– satellite radio170
– selecting a
waveband160,164
– selecting the frequency
manually165
– station search165
– stations with best
reception165
– storing stations166
– switching on/off160
– tone control161
– volume161
Radio position, refer to Radio
readiness59
Radio readiness59
– switched off59
– switched on59
Radio-remote key, refer to
Remote control with
integrated key28
Rain sensor64
"Random", refer to Random
play176
"Random all" for audio
mode177
"Random directory" for audio
mode177
Random play176
"RDS" Radio Data
System167
Reading lamps103
Rear lamps, refer to Tail
lamps232
– replacing bulb232
Rear seats
– adjusting head restraints48
– folding down backrests117
Rear turn signals
– replacing bulb232
Rear ventilation108Rearview mirror, refer to
Mirrors52
Rear window defroster107
Rear window roller blind, refer
to Roller sun blinds113
"Received calls"194
Receiving level of mobile
phone, refer to Status
information20
Rechargeable flashlight114
Recirculated-air mode106
Recirculation of air, refer to
Recirculated-air mode106
Reclining seat, refer to
Backrest46
Recording times, refer to
Stopwatch86
"Redial" on the mobile
phone194
Refueling210
Releasing
– hood223
Remaining distance, refer to
Cruising range75
Remote control28
– battery renewal38
– convenient access36
– garage door opener110
– luggage compartment lid30
– malfunction31,37
– removing from the ignition
lock59
– service data228
"Repeat directory" for audio
mode176
"Repeat" for audio mode176
"Repeat track" for audio
mode176
Replacement remote
control28
Replacing bulbs, refer to
Lamps and bulbs230
Replacing tires221
Replacing tires, refer to New
wheels and tires221
Reporting safety defects6
Reserve warning, refer to Fuel
gauge75
"Reset"92,94Reset, refer to Resetting tone
settings163
"Reset" for stopwatch86
"Reset" for tone settings163
Residual heat107
Restraint systems
– for children56
– refer to Safety belts51
Retractable hardtop41
– care, refer to Caring for your
vehicle brochure
– convenient operation30
– opening and closing42
– remote control30
Reverse
– CD changer177
– CD player177
Reverse gear
– automatic transmission with
Steptronic62
– manual transmission61
Road map149
"Roadside Assistance"
202
Roadside
Assistance202,236
Roadside parking lamps102
Roadworthiness test, refer to
Service requirements79
Roller sun blinds113
Rollover protection system,
convertible99
– resetting99
Roof load capacity247
Roof-mounted luggage
rack128
Rope, refer to Tow-starting,
towing away240
Rotary/pushbutton, refer to
iDrive16
Everything from A - Z
266 Stowage, refer to Storage
compartments114
"Street" in destination
entry137
Summer tires, refer to Wheels
and tires212
Surface ice, refer to Outside
temperature warning74
"Surround Settings", refer to
Tone control162
Switches, refer to Cockpit10
Switching off
– engine60
Switching off the engine
– start/stop button59
Switching on
– audio160
– CD changer160
– CD player160
– radio160
Switching on the hour
signal82
Switching the cooling function
on and off107
Switch-on times of parked car
ventilation, preselecting108
Symbols4
– navigation system154
– status information20
– traffic info for navigation
system151
T
Tachometer74
Tail lamps232
– replacing bulb232
Tank contents, refer to
Capacities247
Technical data244
– capacities247
– dimensions245
Technical modifications, refer
to For your own safety5
Telematics, refer to
TeleService, BMW
Assist201Telephone
– installation location, refer to
Center armrest114
– refer to separate Owner's
Manual
Telephone, refer to Mobile
phone186
"Telephone list"54
TeleService203
Temperature
– automatic climate
control105
– changing unit of measure78
– coolant, refer to Coolant
temperature75
Temperature display
– outside temperature74
– outside temperature
warning74
– setting the units78
Tempomat, refer to Cruise
control66
Tensioning straps, refer to
Securing cargo127
"Terminate services"206
"Text language"86
"Theater" for Tone
control162
The individual vehicle5
Third brake lamp, refer to
Center brake lamp233
Through-loading opening with
integrated transport
bag120
Through-loading system117
Tilt alarm sensor36
Tilt function, passenger-side
mirror53
"Time"82
"Time / Date"82,83
"Time format"82
Timer, refer to Preselecting
switch-on times108
"Timer 1" for parked car
ventilation/heating109
"Timer 2" for parked car
ventilation/heating109
Tire inflation pressure212
– loss
93,94Tire pressure monitoring,
refer to Flat Tire Monitor92
Tire Pressure Monitor
TPM93
– resetting the system94
– system limitations94
– warning lamp95
Tire puncture, refer to Flat Tire
Monitor93
Tire Quality Grading219
Tires
– age219,220
– air loss95
– breaking in124
– changing, refer to Changing
wheels233
– condition220
– damage220
– inflation pressure212
– labels219
– minimum tread depth220
– new wheels and tires221
– pressure monitoring, refer to
Flat Tire Monitor92
– pressure monitoring, refer to
Tire Pressure Monitor
TPM93
– puncture93
– replacing221
– Run-Flat221
– size219
– storage222
– tread depth220
– wear indicators, refer to
Minimum tread depth220
– wheel/tire combination, refer
to Correct wheels and
tires221
– winter tires222
TMC station, refer to Traffic
information151
"Tone"161
Tone in audio mode
– adjusting161
– middle setting163
Tools, refer to Onboard tool
kit230
Top, refer to Retractable
hardtop41