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Rear refrigerator*
The rear refrigerator is located behind the rear 
seats' center armrest.
Switching on/off
1.Switch on the ignition.
2.Press button.
The LED in the button lights up.
3.Press the button again to switch off the rear 
refrigerator.
When the ignition is switched off, this also 
switches off the rear refrigerator.
When a low voltage is reached, it is automati-
cally switched off to protect the vehicle battery. 
The LED in the button flashes.
High temperatures in the luggage com-
partment can affect the temperature in 
the rear refrigerator.<
With rear climate control
When switched on, the rear refrigerator is con-
trolled by the rear climate control. 
To adjust the cooling capacity and increase the 
airflow volume, refer to page108.
Without rear climate control
When switched on, the rear refrigerator is con-
trolled by the automatic air conditioning sys-
tem.
To adjust the temperature and increase the air-
flow volume, refer to pages105, 106.
Releasing
Pull on the opener and fold the refrigerator for-
ward.
Switching on/off via iDrive*
iDrive, for principle details, refer to page16.
1.Press the   button to open the start 
menu.
2.Move the controller toward "Climate".
3.Select "Extra" and press the controller.
4.Select "Rear refrigerator" and press the 
controller.
Select "Rear refrigerator" again and press the 
controller to switch off.
Ski bag*
Designed for safe, convenient transport of up to 
4 pairs of standard skis or up to 2 snowboards.
With the ski bag you can stow skis with a length 
of up to 6ft 10in/2.10m. When skis of 6.9ft/
2.10 m in length are loaded, the ski bag will tend 
to contract, reducing its overall capacity. 

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your mobile phone will appear on the Con-
trol Display.
The next time you use the mobile phone within 
Bluetooth range of the vehicle, it will be 
detected within a short time with the ignition 
switched on.
As soon as the vehicle detects a mobile phone, 
the phone book entries stored on the SIM card 
and/or in your mobile phone are transmitted to 
your vehicle. This transfer is dependent on your 
mobile phone, refer to the operating instruc-
tions of your mobile phone if necessary, and 
can take several minutes.
During each connection, the phone book 
entries present in the vehicle are calibrated with 
the phone book entries currently stored in the 
mobile phone. The entries in the vehicle are 
added to or deleted as needed in the process of 
this.
Up to four mobile phones can be paired one 
after the other. If you want to pair a fifth mobile 
phone, the logon data of one mobile phone 
must first be deleted, refer to Unpairing mobile 
phone from vehicle.
Unpairing mobile phone from 
vehicle
If you no longer want to operate a particular 
mobile phone via the vehicle, you can delete the 
pairing data of the mobile phone.
iDrive, for principle details, refer to page16.
1.Press the   button to open the start 
menu.
2.Move the controller toward "Settings".
3.Select "Phone" and press the controller.
4.Select the desired mobile phone and press 
the controller.
5.Select "YES" and press the controller.
The unpaired mobile phone is deleted from 
the list. The phone book entries for this 
phone stored in the vehicle will also be deleted in the process of unpairing the 
phone.
Activating/deactivating 
Bluetooth link
Bluetooth technology is not approved in 
all countries. Observe the applicable local 
regulations. Temporarily deactivate the Blue-
tooth link between the vehicle and the mobile 
phone if necessary.<
1.Press the   button to open the start 
menu.
2.Move the controller toward "Settings".
3.Select "Phone" and press the controller.
4.Select "BLUETOOTH" and press the con-
troller.
>The LED next to "BLUETOOTH" lights up 
in green:
The Bluetooth connection is activated.
>The LED next to "BLUETOOTH" does not 
light up:
The Bluetooth connection is deactivated. 

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Socket for OBD Onboard 
Diagnostics
Components which are decisive for the 
exhaust-gas composition can be checked via 
the OBD socket with a device.
This socket is located to the left on the driver's 
side, on the underside of the instrument panel 
under a cover.
Emissions values
The warning lamp lights up. The emis-
sions values are deteriorating. Have the 
vehicle checked as soon as possible.
Display of the previously described 
malfunction on Canadian models.
Under certain circumstances, the warning lamp 
will flash. This is a sign of excessive misfiring of 
the engine. In this case you should reduce 
speed and drive to the nearest BMW center as 
soon as possible. Serious engine misfiring, 
even for only a short period of time, can seri-
ously damage emission control components, 
especially the catalytic converter.
If the fuel filler cap is not properly tight-
ened, the OBD system can detect the 
vapor leak and the indicator lamp will light up. If 
the cap is then tightened, the display should go 
out within a few days.<
Event Data Recorders
Your vehicle may be equipped with one or sev-
eral measuring and diagnosis modules, or with a 
device for recording or transmitting certain 
vehicle data or information. If you have also 
signed a contract of participation for BMW 
Assist, certain vehicle data can be transmitted 
or recorded to enable corresponding services.
Care
You can find useful information on caring for 
your BMW in the Caring for your vehicle bro-
chure.  

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Replacing components
Onboard tool kit
The onboard toolkit is located in the luggage 
compartment lid.
Loosen the wingnut to open.
The adapter for the spare key can be stored 
beneath the open-ended wrenches.
Windshield wiper blades
To replace the blades, start by folding the wip-
ers out and away from the windshield, refer to 
page66.
Lamps and bulbs
Lamps and lights contribute significantly to 
road safety. Therefore, comply fully with the fol-
lowing instructions during bulb replacement. 
BMW recommends that you entrust corre-
sponding procedures to your BMW center if 
you are unfamiliar with them or they are not 
described here.
Never touch the glass of new bulbs with 
your bare fingers, as even minute traces 
of contamination will burn into the bulb's sur-
face and reduce its service life. Use a clean 
cloth, napkin, etc., or hold the bulb by its metal 
socket.<
You can obtain a selection of replacement bulbs 
at your BMW center.When working on the lighting system, you 
should always switch off the lights 
affected to prevent short circuits. 
To avoid possible injury or equipment damage 
when replacing bulbs, follow any instructions 
provided by the bulb manufacturer.<
When maintaining the headlamps, please follow 
the instructions in the separate Caring for your 
vehicle brochure.
Light-emitting diodes LEDs
Light-emitting diodes installed behind translu-
cent lenses serve as the light source for many of 
the controls and displays in your vehicle. These 
light-emitting diodes, which operate using a 
concept similar to that applied in conventional 
lasers, are officially designated as Class 1 light-
emitting diodes.
Do not remove the covers, and never 
stare into the unfiltered light for several 
hours, as irritation of the retina could result.<
Xenon lamp*
The service life of these bulbs is very long and 
the probability of a failure is very low, provided 
that they are not switched on and off an unusual 
number of times. In the unlikely event that one 
of these lamps should fail, you can respond by 
switching on your fog lamps and proceeding 
carefully, where allowed by law.
Only have work on the xenon lighting sys-
tem including bulb changes carried out by 
a BMW center or a repair shop that works in 
accordance with BMW guidelines and uses 
appropriately trained personnel. Due to the high 
voltage involved, there is a danger to life and 
limb when work is carried out improperly.<
For checking and adjusting headlamp 
aim, please contact your BMW center.< 

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Turn signals, front
The illustration shows the left side of the engine 
compartment.
Two 21-watt bulbs: P21W or PY21W
*
1.Turn the bulb holder to the left and remove.
2.Apply gentle pressure to the bulb while 
turning it to the left for removal and replace-
ment.
Side-mounted turn signals
5-watt bulb, W5W
1.Press against the front edge of the lamp 
with the tip of your finger, then push it to the 
rear and release the detent at the front.
2.Turn the lamp by 903 and remove.
3.Turn the bulb holder to the left and remove.
4.Extract the bulb for replacement.
Side marker lamps, front and rear
Please contact your BMW center for replace-
ment.
Tail lamps
>Turn signals:
21-watt bulb, P21W or PY21W
*
>Backup lamp:
16-watt bulb, W16W
1Brake lamp
2Rear lamp
3Backup lamp
4Reflector
5Turn signals
Tail and brake lamps
These lights are made using LED technology. If 
a defect occurs, please contact your BMW cen-
ter or a repair shop that works in accordance 
with BMW guidelines and uses appropriately 
trained personnel.
Fender-mounted lamps
Rear turn signals
The illustration shows the left part of the lug-
gage compartment.
21-watt bulb, P21W or PY21W
*
1.Use the handle at the top to fold down the 
side trim panel.
2.Turn the bulb holder to the left and remove. 

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Giving and receiving assistance
Emergency call*
Conditions for an emergency call:
>Full preparation package mobile phone. 
This equipment package makes it possible 
to initiate an emergency call even if no 
mobile phone is paired with the vehicle.
>BMW Assist is activated. BMW Assist acti-
vation, refer to page193.
>Radio ready state or ignition must be 
switched on.
>The BMW Assist system is logged on to a 
mobile phone network.
>The emergency call system is operable.
Once your service contract for BMW Assist 
expires, the BMW Assist system can be deacti-
vated by a BMW center without you having to 
visit a workshop. Once the BMW Assist system 
has been deactivated, emergency calls are not 
possible. The BMW Assist system can be reac-
tivated by a BMW center after a new contract 
has been signed.
Initiating an emergency call
1.To open the protective cover: 
Briefly press the protective cover.
2.Press the emergency call button for at least 
2seconds.
The LED in the button lights up. As soon as the 
voice connection to the BMW Assist response 
center has been established, the LED flashes.Once the BMW Assist Response Center has 
received your emergency call, the BMW Assist 
Response Center contacts you and takes fur-
ther steps to help you.
If circumstances permit, remain in the vehicle 
until the voice connection has been estab-
lished. You will then be able to provide a 
detailed description of the situation.
If the current location of your vehicle can be 
determined, it will be transmitted to the 
BMW Assist Response Center.
If the LED is flashing but you cannot hear the 
BMW Assist Response Center over the hands-
free system, then the hands-free system may 
be malfunctioning. You may, however, still be 
audible to the BMW Assist Response Center.
Under certain conditions, an emergency call is 
initiated automatically immediately after a 
severe accident. An automatic emergency call 
is not affected by the emergency call button 
being pressed.
For technical reasons, the emergency call 
cannot be guaranteed under unfavorable 
conditions.<
In order to transmit the vehicle location, a 
navigation CD/DVD must be inserted and 
the system must be currently receiving a GPS 
signal.
If the navigation system is inoperative, the cur-
rent position of the vehicle is not transmitted.<
Roadside Assistance*
The BMW Group's Roadside Assistance ser-
vice is there to assist you around the clock in 
the event of a breakdown, including on week-
ends and public holidays.
The phone numbers of the Roadside Assis-
tance Center in your home country can be 
found in the Contact brochure.