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Before driving into a car wash
The vehicle can roll if you proceed according to 
the following steps:
1.Insert remote control into ignition lock.
2. Depress brake pedal.
3. Engage transmission position N.
4. Release the parking brake.
5. Switch off the engine.
6. Leave the remote control in the ignition 
lock.
Malfunction
The comfort access function may malfunction 
due to local radio waves. Then open or close the 
vehicle with the buttons on the remote control 
or with a key. To start the engine following this, 
insert the remote control in the ignition lock.
The warning lamp in the instrument 
panel lights up when an attempt is 
made to start the engine: starting the 
engine is not possible. The remote control is 
not in the vehicle or has a malfunction. Take 
along the remote control into the vehicle or 
have it checked. Insert another remote control 
into the ignition lock if necessary.
The warning lamp in the instrument 
panel lights up when  the engine is 
running: the remote control is no 
longer in the vehicle. After switching off the 
engine, the engine can only be started again 
within approx. 10 seconds if no door has been 
opened.
The indicator lamp in the instrument 
panel lights up and a message 
appears on the Control Display: 
Replace the battery of  the remote control.
Replacing battery
The remote control for comfort access contains 
a battery which must be replaced if necessary.
1.Remove integrated key from remote con-
trol, refer to page 28.
2. Remove cover. 3.
Lay in new battery with  positive side facing 
upward.
4. Press cover closed.
Dispose of used batteries at a collection 
point or at your BMW Sports Activity 
Vehicle Center. <
Windows
To prevent injuries, exercise care when 
closing the windows and keep them in 
your field of vision until they are shut. 
Always take along the remote control when you 
leave the vehicle, otherw ise children could, for 
example, operate the windows and injure them-
selves. <
Opening, closing
>Press switch to resistance point: 
The window continues to open as long as 
you keep the switch pressed.
> Press switch beyond resistance point: 
The window opens automatically. Pressing 
the switch again stops the opening move-
ment.
You can close the windows in the same manner 
by pulling the switch. 

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3.Press the  button: 
The LED in the button lights up.
4. Press the desired memory button 1 or 2: 
The LED goes out.
The positions of the driver's seat, the exte-
rior rearview mirrors, and steering wheel are 
stored for the remote  control currently in 
use.
Calling up automatically
You can choose when the stored positions of 
the driver's seat, exterior rearview mirrors, and 
steering wheel are activated.
> Calling up when unlocking vehicle
> Calling up when opening driver's door
When using this feat ure, always make 
sure that the footwell  behind the driver's 
seat is empty and unobstructed. Failure to do 
so could cause injury to persons or damage to 
objects behind the seat as a result of a rearward 
movement of the seat. <
The system cancels the adjustment procedure 
when you briefly press one of the seat adjust-
ment switches or one of the memory buttons.
Selecting calling up automatically
iDrive, for operating principle refer to page 16.
1. Open the start menu.
2. Press the controller to open the  menu.
3. Select "Settings" and press the controller.
4. Select "Vehicle / Tire s" and press the con-
troller.
5. Change to upper field if necessary. Turn the 
controller until "Door locks" is selected and 
press the controller. 6.
Select "Central locking" and press the con-
troller.
7. Select "Last seat pos." and press the con-
troller.
8. Select "After unlock ing" or "After door 
opened".
9. Press the controller.
Deactivating calling up automatically
Select "Deactivated" an d press the controller.
Calling up manually
Do not call up a position from the memory 
while the vehicle is moving. There is a risk 
of accident from unexpected movement of the 
seat or steering wheel. <
Comfort mode
1.Open the driver's door after unlocking or 
switch on radio readiness.
2. Briefly press the de sired memory button 1 
or 2.
The system cancels the adjustment procedure 
when you briefly press one of the seat adjust-
ment switches or one of the memory buttons.
Safety feature
1. Close the driver's door and switch the igni-
tion on or off.
2. Press the desired memory button 1 or 2 
and maintain pressure  until the adjustment 
process has been completed.
If the  button was pressed inadvertently: 
press the button again; the LED goes out. 

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Steering wheel heating*
Press the button.
When the steering wheel heater is switched on, 
the LED in the button lights up.
Programmable buttons on steering 
wheel
You can program the buttons individually.
The setting is stored for the remote control cur-
rently 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. 4.
Select "Steering wheel buttons" and press 
the controller.
A list of different functions appears:
>"Navigation voice instructions"
Voice instructions for the navigation 
system
*
>"Air recirculation on / off"
Permanently shutting off outside air, 
refer to AUC Automatic recirculated-air 
control
* on page 117
> "Mute on / off" 
Mutes the audio sources
> "Monitor on / off" 
Switches the Control Display on/off
> "Telephone list"
*
Display/hide phone book or last list of 
stored phone numbers
> "Next entertainment source"
Changes audio source
5. Select the desired function and press the 
controller.
6. Select the button if ne cessary and press the 
controller.
You can operate the selected function using the 
corresponding button. 

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Operating function
Press the corresponding button on the steering 
wheel.
If you have programmed "Navigation voice 
instructions" for one of the buttons:
>To switch voice instructions on/off: 
Hold the button down.
> To repeat the last  voice instruction: 
Press the button. 

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Integrated universal remote 
control*
The concept
The integrated universal remote control can 
replace as many as three hand-held transmit-
ters for various remote -controlled accessories, 
such as garage and gate or lighting systems. 
The integrated universal remote control regis-
ters and stores signals from the original hand-
held transmitters.
The signal of an original hand-held transmitter 
can be programmed on one of the three mem-
ory buttons 1. Then with the ignition switched 
on, this programme d memory button1 can be 
used to operate the respective feature. The 
LED 2 flashes to confirm transmission of the 
signal.
Should you sell your vehicl e one day, be sure to 
delete the stored progra ms beforehand for your 
safety, refer to page 124.
To prevent possible damage or injury, 
before programming or using the inte-
grated universal remote  control, always inspect 
the immediate area to make certain that no peo-
ple, animals or objects  are within the travel 
range of the device. Also, comply with the 
safety precautions of  the original hand-held 
transmitter. <
Checking compatibility
If you see this symbol on the packaging 
or in the manual supplied with the orig-
inal hand-held transmitter, it is safe to 
assume that it is compat ible with the integrated 
universal remote control.
Should you have additional questions, 
please contact your BMW Sports Activity 
Vehicle Center or call: 1-800-355-3515.
Information is also provided on the Internet at:
www.bmwusa.com or
www.homelink.com. HomeLink is a registered trademark of Johnson 
Controls, Inc.
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Programming
1Memory buttons
2 LED
Fixed-code hand-held transmitters
1.Switch on ignition, refer to page 65.
2. When starting operation for the first time: 
Press the left and ri ght-hand memory but-
ton 1 for approx. 20 seconds until the 
LED 2 flashes quickly. All stored programs 
are deleted.
3. Hold the original hand-held transmitter at 
a distance of approx. 4 in/10 cm to 12 in/
30 cm from the memory buttons 1.
The required distance between the 
hand-held transmitter and the mem-
ory buttons 1 depends on the relevant sys-
tem of the original hand-held transmitter 
used. <
4. Simultaneously press the transmit button 
on the original hand-held transmitter and 
the desired memory button 1  on the inte-
grated universal remote control. The LED  2 
flashes slowly at first. As soon as the LED 2 
flashes rapidly, releas e both buttons. If the 
LED 2 does not flash rapidly after approx. 
15 seconds, alter the distance and repeat 
the step.
5. To program other original hand-held trans-
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The corresponding memory button 
1 is now 
programmed with the signal of the original 
hand-held transmitter.
You can operate the device when the engine is 
running or when the igni tion is switched on.
If the device cannot be used after 
repeated programming, check whether 
the original hand-held transmitter uses an alter-
nating-code system. To do so, either read the 
instructions for the original hand-held transmit-
ter or hold down the programmed memory but-
ton 1 of the integrated universal remote control. 
If the LED 2 on the integrated universal remote 
control flashes rapidly for a short time and then 
remains lit for approx. 2  seconds, this indicates 
that the original hand-h eld transmitter uses an 
alternating-code system. In the case of an alter-
nating-code system, program the memory but-
tons 1 as described at Alternating-code hand-
held transmitters. <
Alternating-code hand-held 
transmitters
To program the integrated universal remote 
control, consult the operating instructions for 
the equipment to be set. You will find informa-
tion there on the possibilities for synchroniza-
tion.
When programming hand-held transmitters 
that employ an alternating code, observe the 
following supplementary instructions:
Programming will be easi er with the aid of 
a second person. <
1. Park your vehicle within the range of the 
remote-controlled device.
2. Program the integrated  universal remote 
control as described above in the section 
Fixed-code hand-held transmitters.
3. Locate the button on  the receiver of the 
device to be set, e.g. on the drive unit.
4. Press the button on the receiver of the 
device to be set. Af ter step 4, you have 
approx. 30 seconds for step 5.
5. Press the programmed memory button 1 
of the integrated universal remote control 
three times. The corresponding memory button 
1 is now 
programmed with the signal of the original 
hand-held transmitter.
Should you have questions, please con-
tact your BMW Sports Activity Vehicle 
Center. <
Deleting all stored programs
Press the left and right-hand memory button 1 
for approx. 20 seconds until the LED 2 flashes 
quickly:
All stored programs are deleted.
Reassigning individual programs
1. Hold the original hand-held transmitter at 
a distance of approx. 4 in/10 cm to 12 in/
30 cm from the  memory buttons 1.
The required distance between the 
hand-held transmitter and the mem-
ory buttons 1 depends on the relevant sys-
tem of the original hand-held transmitter 
used. <
2. Press the desired memory button 1 of the 
integrated universal remote control.
3. When the LED  2 flashes slowly after approx. 
20 seconds, press the transmit button of 
the original hand-held transmitter. Release 
both buttons as soon as the LED 2 flashes 
rapidly. If the LED 2 does not flash rapidly 
after approx. 15 seconds, alter the distance 
and repeat the step.
Digital compass*
1 Adjustment button
2 Display 

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Destination entry
In entering your destination you can select from 
among the following options:
>Entering a destination manually, see below
> Entering destination via voice*, refer to 
page 153
> Selecting destination using information, 
refer to page 156
> Selecting destination from a list, refer to 
Destination list, page 157
> Selecting destination from address book, 
refer to page 158
> Selecting home addr ess, refer to page160
After selecting your de stination you can pro-
ceed to start the destin ation guidance, refer to 
page 162.
You can also store a navigation destination on 
the programmable memo ry buttons, refer to 
page 21.
Enter data only with the vehicle station-
ary, and always give  priority to the appli-
cable traffic regulations in the event of any con-
tradiction between traffic and road conditions 
and the instructions issu ed by the navigation 
system. If you do not ob serve this precaution, 
you can endanger the vehicle occupants and 
other road users. 
1. Press the  button.
This opens the start menu.
2. Move the controller to  the right to open 
"Navigation".
3. Select "Navigation" and press the control-
ler.
The Control Display shows:
> the arrow view or map view during destina-
tion guidance
> the destination list when destination guid-
ance is switched off 

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Destination guidance
Starting destination 
guidance
Via iDrive
iDrive, for operating principle refer to page16.
1. Change to upper field if necessary. Turn the 
controller until "Navigation" is selected and 
press the controller.
2. Select a destination from the destination list 
and press the controller or enter a new des-
tination, refer to page 150.
3. Select "Start guidance" and press the con-
troller.
After the route has been calculated, destination 
guidance is indicated by arrows or a map dis-
play on the Control Display.
The destination guidance  can also be started in 
the arrow or map view:
Select the  symbol and press the controller.
During destination guid ance, you can operate 
other equipment via iDrive at any time. You will 
be punctually notified of  a change of direction  by spoken instructions 
and the display of the 
direction arrow.
Via programmable memory buttons
Press the   ...   button on which the 
desired destination is  stored, also refer to 
page 22.
Ending/continuing 
destination guidance
In arrow or map display
Select the  symbol and press the controller.
In destination list
 This symbol indicates the current destina-
tion.
1. Select the current destination and press the 
controller.
2. Select "Stop guidance" and press the con-
troller.