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Lamps
Parking lamps/low beams
0Lamps off,
daytime running lamps
1Parking lamps and daytime running lamps
2Low beams,
welcome lamps
*
3Automatic headlamp control*, daytime run-
ning lamps
*, welcome lamps*, Adaptive
Head Light
*
When you open the driver's door with the igni-
tion switched off, the exterior lighting is auto-
matically switched off if the light switch is in
position 0, 2 or 3.
Switch on the parking lamps if necessary,
switch position 1.
Parking lamps
In switch position1, the front, rear and side
vehicle lighting is switched on. You can use the
parking lamps for parking.
The parking lamps will discharge the bat-
tery. Therefore, do not leave them on for
unduly long periods of time, otherwise the bat-
tery might not have enough power to start the
engine. It is preferable to switch on the left-
hand or right-hand roadside parking lamps,
refer to page93.<
Low-beam headlamps
The low beams light up when the light switch is
in position 2 and the ignition is on.
Automatic headlamp control*
When the switch is in position3, the low beams
are switched on and off automatically depend-
ing on ambient light conditions, e.g. in a tunnel,
in twilight, or if there is precipitation. The Adap-
tive Head Light
* is active. The LED next to the
symbol is illuminated when the low beams are
on. You can also activate the daytime running
lamps, refer to page92. In the situations
described above, the lamps then automatically
switch from daytime running lamps to low
beams.
The headlamps may also come on when the
sun is sitting low on a blue sky.
The low beams remain switched on inde-
pendent of the ambient lighting condi-
tions when you switch on the fog lamps
*.<
The automatic headlamp control cannot
serve as a substitute for your personal
judgment in determining when the lamps
should be switched on in response to ambient
lighting conditions. For example, the system
cannot detect fog or hazy weather. To avoid
safety risks, you should always switch on the
low-beam headlamps manually under these
conditions.<
Welcome lamps
If you leave the light switch in position 2 or 3
when you park the car, the parking lamps and
the interior lamps light up briefly when you
unlock the vehicle.
Activating/deactivating welcome
lamps
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.
4.Select "Vehicle / Tires" and press the con-
troller.
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Notes
Important for voice commands
For voice commands, bear in mind the follow-
ing:
>Pronounce the commands smoothly and at
normal volume, avoiding excessive empha-
ses and pauses.
>Keep the doors, windows and glass roof
closed to prevent interference from outside
noise.
>Avoid ambient noise in the vehicle while
speaking.
Inserting/removing snap-in
adapter
1.Press area 1 around the button and take off
the cover
*.
2.Insert the snap-in adapter in the front and
press it downward until it engages.To remove the snap-in adapter:
Press area 1.
Inserting mobile phone
1.If applicable, remove the protective cap
from the mobile phone's antenna connector
so that the mobile phone can engage in the
snap-in adapter.
2.With its buttons facing upward, slide the
mobile phone up towards the electrical con-
tact points and press it downward until it
engages.
The mobile phone's battery is charged as soon
as the vehicle is in radio readiness or the steer-
ing is unlocked.
To conserve battery power, you should
avoid using the mobile phone when the
ignition is switched off.<
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BMW Assist
BMW Assist provides you with various services.
For example, the position data of your vehicle
can be transmitted to the BMW Assist
Response Center if an Emergency Request
*
has been sent.
Many BMW Assist services depend on the indi-
vidually agreed contract.
After your contract has expired, the
BMW Assist system will be deactivated by the
BMW Assist Response Center without you hav-
ing to visit a BMW center. After the BMW Assist
system has been deactivated, no BMW Assist
service will be available. The BMW Assist sys-
tem can be reactivated by a BMW center after a
new contract has been signed.
Requirements
You can use BMW Assist when the following
requirements are met:
>The installed BMW Assist system is logged
on to a mobile phone network. This network
must be capable of transmitting the ser-
vices.
>To transmit position data, the vehicle must
be able to determine the current position.
>To activate and update BMW Assist, a GPS
signal must be available.
>You have subscribed to BMW Assist with
your BMW center or with the BMW Assist
Response Center. Enabling must have
been completed.
>BMW Assist is activated, refer to page196.
Offered services
The following services are available via
BMW Assist:
>Emergency Request, refer to page222:
When you press the SOS button, a connec-
tion is established to the BMW Assist
Response Center. The BMW Assist Response Center contacts you and takes
further steps to help you.
>Automatic Collision Notification:
Under certain conditions, a connection is
established to the BMW Assist Response
Center after a serious accident. If possible,
the BMW Assist Response Center contacts
you and takes further steps to help you.
>Enhanced Roadside Assistance:
You can call BMW Roadside Assistance
*
should you require help in the event of a
breakdown. If possible, the vehicle data and
position data are transmitted during this
call.
>Customer Relations:
For all information related to your vehicle
you can be connected with BMW Customer
Relations.
>TeleService:
Data on your vehicle's service status or
required inspections are transmitted to your
BMW center either automatically before a
service due date or when you request a
BMW service appointment.
>Remote Door Unlock:
Contact the BMW Assist Response Center
if your remote control or key is not available
and you would like to have the vehicle
unlocked.
>Stolen Vehicle Recovery:
After you report your vehicle stolen with the
police, call the BMW Assist Response Cen-
ter to determine its position.
In addition, optional services can be provided to
you, such as the Concierge service or informa-
tion on directions, traffic or the weather. You
can use Critical Calling to activate a limited
number of calls via the BMW Assist Response
Center, e.g. when you do not have your mobile
phone with you.
Press the SOS button in order to contact the
BMW Assist Response Center, see below.
*
Refueling
200
Refueling
Always switch off the engine before refu-
eling, otherwise, fuel cannot be added to
the tank and a message will be displayed.<
Take all precautionary measures and
observe all applicable regulations when
handling fuel. Do not carry any spare fuel con-
tainers in your vehicle. They can develop a leak
and cause an explosion or cause a fire in the
event of an accident.<
Fuel filler door
Opening
1.Open fuel filler door. To do so, lightly press
the rear edge.
2.Turn the gas cap counterclockwise.
3.Place the gas cap in the bracket attached to
the fuel filler door.
Closing
Fit the cap and turn it clockwise until you clearly
hear a click.
Do not pinch the band attached to the
cap, otherwise the cap cannot be closed
properly and fuel vapors can escape. A mes-
sage will be displayed if the gas cap is loose or
missing.<
Manually releasing the fuel filler door
In the event of a malfunction, you can release
the fuel filler door manually:1.Remove the cover from the right-hand side-
wall of the cargo bay.
2.Pull the button with the fuel pump symbol
down.
The fuel filler door is released.
Observe the following when refueling
When handling fuels, follow the safety
instructions provided at filling stations,
otherwise there is a risk of personal injury or
property damage.<
When refueling, insert the filler nozzle com-
pletely into the filler pipe. Avoid lifting the filler
nozzle while filling the tank, as that would lead
to
>premature pump shutoff
>reduced efficiency of the fuel-vapor recov-
ery system
The fuel tank is full when the filler nozzle clicks
off the first time.
Fuel tank capacity
Approx. 14 US gallons/53 liters, including the
reserve capacity of 2.1 US gallons/8 liters.
Refuel as soon as possible once your
cruising range falls below 30 miles/
50 km, otherwise engine functions are not
ensured and damage can occur.<
Fuel specifications
Do not fill the tank with leaded fuel, as this
would cause permanent damage to the
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Climate
menu
To open "Manual"155{FM manual} or
{AM manual} or
{Choose frequency},
{Frequency ... Megahertz}
To select preset radio station156{Preset ...}
e.g. {Preset 1}
To open strongest radio stations155{AM Autostore}
To open "SAT"161{SAT radio menu}
To switch on satellite radio161{SAT radio}
To open "Presets" of the satellite radio162{SAT radio presets}
To open "All channels" of the satellite radio161{SAT radio all channels}
To open "Categories" of the satellite radio161{SAT radio categories}
To open CD player163{CD menu}
To switch on CD player163{CD}
To open CD changer163{CD changer menu}
To switch on CD changer163{CD changer}
To select a CD in the CD changer163{CD 1...6}
To select track164{CD track ...}
To select a CD and track in the CD changer164{CD 1...6 track ...}
To select track164{Track ...}
To start sound output for external audio
device169{Audio Aux on
}
FunctionCommand
FunctionCommand
To open "Vent settings"97{Vent settings}
To open "Automatic programs"98{Automatic programs}
FunctionCommand
To open the menu{Settings menu}
To open "Info sources"{Info sources}
To open "Settings"{Settings}
To open "Door locks"29, 32{Door locks}
To open "Steering wheel buttons"53{Steering wheel buttons}
To open "Lighting"63, 92{Lighting}
To open "BMW Service"192{BMW Service}
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Compact disc, refer to
– CD changer163
– CD player163
Compartment for remote
control, refer to Ignition
lock58
Compass104
Computer67
– displays on Control
Display68
– hour signal75
Computer, refer to iDrive16
"Concert hall" for Tone
control152
"Concierge"194
Concierge service194
Condensation, refer to When
the vehicle is parked116
Condition Based Service
CBS214
Configuring settings, refer to
Personal Profile28
Confirmation signals for
locking/unlocking the
vehicle31
Connecting vacuum cleaner,
refer to Connecting
electrical appliances107
Consumption, refer to
Average fuel
consumption68
"Continue guidance to
destination?"137
Control Center, refer to
iDrive16
Control Display16
Controller, refer to iDrive16
Controls and displays10
Convenient access36
– replacing the battery37
Convenient operation
– windows30
– windows with convenient
access36
– with convenient access36
Convenient starting, refer to
Starting the engine59Convertible
– rollover protection
system89
– top40
– wind deflector44
Convertible top
– convenient opening30
Coolant213
– checking level213
– filling213
Coolant temperature67
Cooling, maximum97
Cooling fluid, refer to
Coolant213
Copyright2
Corner-illuminating lamps93
Corner-illuminating lamps,
refer to Adaptive Head
Light93
Cornering lamps, refer to
Adaptive Head Light93
Courtesy lamps94
Cross-hairs in navigation128
Cruise control64
Cruising range68
Cup holders106
Curb weight, refer to
Weights233
Current fuel consumption68
"Current position"144
Current position
– displaying144
– entering132
– storing132
"Customer
Relations"186,194
D
Dashboard, refer to
Cockpit10
Dashboard lighting, refer to
Instrument lighting94
Data
– dimensions231
– sizes231Data, technical230
– capacities234
– engine230
– weights233
"Date"75,76
Date
– setting75
– setting format76
"Date format"76
"Daytime running lamps"93
Daytime running lamps,
switch positions92
DBC Dynamic Brake
Control81
"Deactivated"51
Deactivating front passenger
airbags88
Deadlocking, refer to
Locking30
Decommissioning the vehicle,
refer to Caring for your
vehicle brochure
Defect
– door lock32
– fuel filler door200
– glass roof40
– luggage compartment lid33
Defogging windows99
Defrosting the windows99
Defrosting windshield, refer to
Defrosting windows99
Defrost position, refer to
Defrosting windows99
"Delete address book" in
navigation133
"Delete all numbers" on the
mobile phone185
"Delete data" in
navigation133
"Delete" for mobile
phone185
Destination address
– deleting133
– entering123,127
Everything from A - Z
244 Destination for navigation
– destination list130
– entry123
– home address133
– manual entry123,127
– selecting from address
book132
– selecting using
information129
– selecting via language127
– selecting via map128
– storing131
Destination guidance136
– canceling voice
instructions54
– changing specified
route134
– displaying route137
– distance and arrival136
– starting136
– terminating/continuing136
– voice instructions140
– volume of voice
instructions140
Destination list for navigation
system130
Destinations recently driven
to130
"Details" for audio mode171
"Dial" for mobile phone183
"Dial number"183
Differential, breaking in114
Digital clock66
Digital compass104
Digital radio, refer to High
Definition Radio157
Digital Versatile Disc, refer to
– Drive for navigation DVD150
Dimensions231
Directional indicators, refer to
Turn signals62
Direction instructions, refer to
Voice instructions140
Directory for navigation, refer
to Address book131
Displacement, refer to Engine
data230
"Display"20Display, refer to Control
Display16
Display lighting, refer to
Instrument lighting94
Displays, refer to Instrument
cluster12
Displays and controls10
"Display settings"79
Disposal
– of coolant213
– remote control battery37
– vehicle battery220
Distance, refer to
Computer68
Distance remaining to service,
refer to Service
requirements71
"Distance to dest."69
Distance to destination, refer
to Computer68
Distance warning, refer to
Park Distance Control
PDC80
Door key, refer to Integrated
key/remote control28
Door lock32
Door lock, confirmation
signals31
"Door locks"30,32,72
Doors, emergency
operation32
DOT Quality Grades205
Draft-free ventilation99
Drinks holders, refer to Cup
holders106
Drive for navigation DVD150
Drive-off assistance, refer to
DSC81
Drive-off assistant82
Driving around a traffic
congestion144
Driving lamps, refer to Parking
lamps/low beams91
Driving notes114
Driving off on hills, refer to
Drive-off assistant82
Driving route, refer to
Displaying route137Driving stability control
systems81
Driving through water116
Driving tips, refer to Driving
notes114
Dry air, refer to Cooling
function99
DTC Dynamic Traction
Control82
– indicator lamps82
DVD
– drive for navigation DVD150
DVD for navigation122
Dynamic Brake Control
DBC81
"Dynamic route" in
navigation134
Dynamic Stability Control
DSC81
Dynamic Traction Control
DTC
– indicator lamps82
E
EBV Electronic brake-force
distribution81
Eject button, refer to Buttons
on the CD player150
Electrical malfunction
– door lock32
– fuel filler door200
– glass roof40
– luggage compartment lid33
Electronic brake-force
distribution EBV81
Electronic oil level check210
Electronic Stability Program
ESP, refer to Dynamic
Stability Control DSC81
Emergency operation, refer to
Manual operation
– door lock32
– fuel filler door200
– glass roof40
– transmission lock, automatic
transmission62
Emergency release, luggage
compartment lid34
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Emergency Request222
Emergency services, refer to
Roadside Assistance222
"Enabled services"196
"Enable services"197
"End call"183
Energy, saving
– saving fuel114
Engine
– breaking in114
– data230
– speed230
– starting59
– starting, convenient
access36
– switching off59
Engine compartment210
Engine coolant, refer to
Coolant213
Engine oil
– adding212
– additives212
– BMW Maintenance
System214
– checking level210
– intervals between changes,
refer to Service
requirements71
– specified engine oils212
"Engine oil level"211
Engine output, refer to Engine
data230
Engine speed, refer to Engine
data230
Engine starting, refer to
Starting the engine59
"Enter address"124
Entering a destination124
Entering a destination
country124
Entering a house number or
intersection126
Entering an intersection125
Entering a street125
"Entertainment"150
"Equalizer", refer to Tone
control152
Equalizer, refer to Tone
control152"ESN"160
ESP Electronic Stability
Program, refer to Dynamic
Stability Control DSC81
Event data recorders215
Exhaust system, refer to Hot
exhaust system115
Exterior mirrors51
– adjusting51
– automatic dimming
feature53
– automatic heating52
– folding in and out52
External audio device, refer to
AUX-In port169
Eyes
– for tow-starting and towing
away224
– for tying down loads118
F
Fader, tone control151
Failure messages, refer to
Check Control76
Failure of an electrical
consumer220
False alarm, refer to Avoiding
unintentional alarms35
Fastening safety belts, refer to
Safety belts51
Fastest route for
navigation134
Fast forward
– CD changer167
– CD player167
"Fast route" in navigation134
Filter of automatic climate
control, refer to Microfilter/
activated charcoal filter100
First aid pouch223
Fixture for remote control,
refer to Ignition lock58
Flash when locking/
unlocking31
Flat tire
– Run-Flat Tires207
– Tire Pressure Monitor
TPM84Flat Tire Monitor FTM83
– indicating a flat tire84
– initializing the system83
– malfunction84
– system limits83
Flat tires, refer to Tire
condition206
"FM", waveband150,154
FM, waveband154
Fog lamps94
– indicator lamp13,94
Footbrake, refer to Braking
safely116
Footwell lamps94
For your own safety5
Frequency, selecting
manually155
Front airbags88
Front seat setting45
Frost, removing from
windows, refer to Defrosting
windows99
FTM, refer to Flat Tire
Monitor83
Fuel200
– gauge67
– high-quality brands200
– quality200
– specifications200
– tank contents, refer to
Capacities234
Fuel clock, refer to Fuel
gauge67
Fuel consumption display,
refer to Average fuel
consumption68
Fuel consumption statistics,
refer to Average fuel
consumption68
Fuel display, refer to Fuel
gauge67
Fuel filler door200
– releasing in the event of
electrical malfunction200
Fuses220