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Adjusting
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Seat, mirror and steering 
wheel memory
You can store and select two different adjust-
ment settings for the driver's seat, exterior mir-
rors and steering wheel.
With comfort seats, you can also use the mem-
ory to store and recall two seat positions for 
each additional seat.
The adjustment of the lumbar support is not 
stored in the memory.
Storing
1.Switch on radio ready state or ignition, refer 
to page57.
2.Set desired seat position; for driver's seat 
also set the exterior mirror and steering 
wheel position.
3.Press 
MEMORY button: 
The LED in the button lights up.
4.Press the desired memory button1 or2: 
The LED goes out.
Requesting
Do not request a position from the mem-
ory while the vehicle is moving. There is a 
risk of accident from unexpected movement of 
the seat or steering wheel.<
Comfort mode
1.With driver's door open after unlocking or 
with radio ready state switched on.
2.Briefly press the desired memory button 1 
or2.The adjusting procedure is immediately inter-
rupted when you touch a seat adjustment 
switch or one of the memory buttons.
Safety mode
1.With driver's door closed and ignition 
switched either on or off.
2.Press the desired memory button 1or2 
and maintain pressure until the adjustment 
process has been completed.
If you press the 
MEMORY button accidentally: 
Press the button again; the LED goes out.
Head restraints
A correctly adjusted head restraint reduces the 
risk of injury to cervical vertebrae in the event of 
an accident.
Adjust the head restraint so that its center 
is approx. at ear level. Otherwise, there is 
increased danger of injury in the event of an 
accident. Only remove the head restraint if no 
one will be sitting on the seat in question. Rein-
stall the head restraint before transporting any-
one in the seat. Otherwise, the protective func-
tion of the head restraint is unavailable.<
Front: height adjustment
1.Select head restraint, button1.
2.Adjust height, arrow2.
Removing
1.Raise head restraint all the way.
2.Pull out the head restraint all the way out 
with a firm tug. 
     
        
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Controls
 55Reference
At a glance
Driving tips
Communications
Navigation
Entertainment
Mobility
Unlocking safety belt
1.Open the belt buckle.
2.Remove the child restraint system.
3.Allow the belt webbing to be pulled in com-
pletely.
LATCH child restraint fixing 
system*
LATCH: Lower Anchor and Tethers for CHil-
dren.
For installation and use of LATCH child 
restraint systems, follow the operating 
and safety instructions of the system manufac-
turer.<
If the vehicle is equipped with power seats in 
the rear, return these to their standard positions 
before using LATCH child restraint systems, 
refer to page45.
Before installing the LATCH child's seat, pull 
the belt away from the region of the child 
restraint fixing system.
Make sure that the LATCH anchors have 
properly engaged and that the child 
restraint system is resting snugly against the 
backrest.<
Rear seats
The anchor points for the LATCH anchors are 
provided at the locations indicated by the 
arrows, in the gap between the bottom seat 
cushion and backrest.
Installation guide
The installation guide makes it easier to install 
the LATCH child restraint systems and at the 
same time protects the surface of the seats.
The installation guide is available at your 
BMW center. Always follow all instruc-
tions for operation and use provided by the 
manufacturer in the installation guide.<
Firmly press the installation guide into the gap 
between the upholstery on seat cushion and 
backrest, continuing until the two funnel-
shaped guides snap into place in the LATCH 
child restraint fixing system in the seat.
Pull the installation guide to remove.
Child restraint system with tether strap
The attachment points for the top tethers 
are only intended for attachment of child 
restraint systems; other uses can damage the 
attachment points.<
There are three additional attachment points for 
child restraint systems with a tether strap, refer 
to arrows. 
     
        
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Controls
 113Reference
At a glance
Driving tips
Communications
Navigation
Entertainment
Mobility
4Switching to the other side
Briefly press the corresponding button with the 
ignition in radio ready state or higher.
The side window blind can not be 
extended unless the side window is 
closed. If the side window is open, the blind will 
rise slightly prior to immediately retracting to its 
original position.<
To avoid injuries, make sure that the clos-
ing region of the roller blind is clear.
Press the safety switch on the driver's door, 
refer to page40. The LED must light up. This 
precaution prevents children from operating 
the sun blinds using the rear switches, etc. 
When leaving the vehicle parked, remove the 
remote control from the ignition lock and close 
the doors; this precaution prevents children 
from operating the roller sun blinds and injuring 
themselves.<
Automatically extending and retracting 
sun blinds
You can run the sun blinds up and down 
together when you press and hold the button3 
longer.
Glove compartment
Releasing
Press button. The glove compartment opens 
automatically and the light comes on.
Closing
Fold the cover up.
To prevent injury in the event of an acci-
dent while the vehicle is being driven, 
close the glove compartment immediately after 
use.<
Rechargeable flashlight
The flashlight is located on the left side of the 
glove compartment. 
The flashlight can remain plugged in continu-
ously. Remove the flashlight from the socket 
when needed.
Be sure that the flashlight is switched off 
when it is inserted into its holder. Failure 
to comply with this precaution could lead to 
overcharging and damage.<
Front center armrest
A storage compartment is located in the center 
armrest between the front seats. Briefly press 
the buttons to open.
1Open the right cover
2Open the left cover
The mat inside the compartment can be 
removed for cleaning. 
     
        
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Practical interior accessories
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Loading
1.Fold down the center armrest in the rear 
backrest.
2.Pull on the handle and open the cover panel.
3.Remove the cover panel
* and place it on 
the controller in the rear.
4.To open the cover panel in the luggage 
compartment: 
Press the handle and slide it to the right.
5.Place the ski bag between the front seats 
and load it. The zipper gives you easy 
access to the stowed items and facilitates 
drying of the ski bag.
Only place clean skis in the ski bag. Wrap sharp 
edges so that no damage occurs.
Securing cargo
After loading, secure the ski bag and its con-
tents. Tighten the retaining strap on the ten-
sioning buckle for this purpose.
Failure to secure the ski bag with the 
retaining strap could endanger occupants 
during braking or evasive maneuvers.<
Stowing ski bag
1.To close the cover panel in the luggage 
compartment: 
Press the handle and slide it to the left.
2.Fold the ski bag and store it in the compart-
ment.
3.Snap the cover into place as shown.
4.Close the cover panel.