Practical interior accessories
68 The corresponding memory button1 is now
programmed with the signal of the original
hand-held transmitter.
You can use the system when the engine is run-
ning or when the ignition is switched on.
If the system cannot be operated after
repeated programming, check whether
the original hand-held transmitter uses an alter-
nating-code system. To do so, either read the
instructions of the original hand-held transmit-
ter or press and hold down the programmed
memory button1 of the integrated universal
remote control. If the LED2 on the integrated
universal remote control flashes rapidly for a
short time then lights up for approx. 2 seconds,
this indicates that the original hand-held trans-
mitter uses an alternating-code system. In the
case of an alternating-code system, program
the memory buttons1 as described in the sec-
tion below on alternating-code hand-held
transmitters.<
Alternating-code hand-held
transmitters
Consult the operating instructions of the unit
you wish to set when programming the univer-
sal remote control. You will find information
there on the possibilities for synchronization.
When programming hand-held transmitters
that employ an alternating code, please follow
these additional instructions:
Programming will be easier with the aid of
a second person.<
1.Park your vehicle within the range of the
remote-controlled equipment.
2.Program the integrated universal remote
control as described above in the section on
Fixed-code hand-held transmitters.
3.Locate the button on the receiver of the
equipment to be set, e.g. on its drive unit.
4.Press the button on the receiver of the
device you want to set up. After step 4, you
have approx. 30 seconds for step 5.
5.Press the programmed memory button1
of the integrated universal remote control
three times.The corresponding memory button1 is now
programmed with the signal of the original
hand-held transmitter.
If you have questions, please contact your
BMW Sports Activity Vehicle Center.<
Deleting stored programs
Press the left and right memory button1 for
approx. 20 seconds until the LED2 flashes rap-
idly.
All stored programs are deleted.
It is not possible to delete individual programs.
Digital compass*
1Adjusting button
2Display
The display indicates the cardinal or intercardi-
nal direction in which you are currently driving.
Basic operation
You can call up a number of functions by press-
ing the adjusting button with a sharp object
such as a ball-point pen or the like. The follow-
ing possible adjustments are displayed one
after another, depending on how long you press
and hold the adjusting button:
>Press briefly: switches display on/off
>3 to 6 seconds: set compass zone
>6 to 9 seconds: calibrate compass
>9 to 12 seconds: set for left-hand/right-
hand drive
>12 to 15 seconds: set language
Reference
At a glance
Controls
Driving tips
Mobility
69
Setting compass zones
Set your vehicle to the appropriate compass
zone so that the compass functions correctly,
refer to world map with compass zones.
In order to set the compass zone, press and
hold the adjusting button for approx. 3-4 sec-
onds. The display indicates the number of the
currently set compass zone.To change the zone setting, repeatedly press
the adjusting button briefly until the number of
the compass zone that applies to your current
position is displayed.
The compass will be operational again after
approx. 10 seconds.
Calibrating digital compass
In the following situations, the digital compass
must be calibrated:
>The wrong cardinal direction appears on
the display.
>The cardinal direction displayed does not
change despite a change in the direction of
travel.
>Not all cardinal directions are displayed.
Procedure
1.Make sure that there are no large metal
objects or overhead power lines in the vicin-
ity of your vehicle and that you have enough
space to drive in a circle.
2.Input the currently applicable compass
zone.3.Press the adjusting button for approx.
6-7 seconds in order to call up C. Then drive
in at least one complete circle at a maximum
speed of 4 mph/7 km/h. If the calibration
was successful, then the display C is
replaced with the cardinal directions.
Setting for right-hand/left-hand drive
Your digital compass is already set to the right-
hand/left-hand drive of your vehicle at the fac-
tory.
Set language
You can set the language of the display:
Press the adjusting button for approx.
12-13 seconds. Press the adjusting button
again briefly in order to change between
English "E" and German "O".
