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Locking
To lock the glove compartment, use the inte-
grated key of the remote control, refer to 
page26.
USB interface for data transmission
Port for importing and exporting data on USB 
devices, e.g. music collections, refer to 
page166.
Observe the following when connecting:
>Do not use force when plugging the con-
nector into the USB audio interface.
>Do not connect devices such as fans or 
lamps to the USB audio interface.
>Do not connect USB hard drives.
>Do not use the USB interface to recharge 
external devices.
Center armrest
Storage compartment
The center armrest between the front seats 
contains either a compartment or the cover for 
the snap-in adapter
*, depending on the equip-
ment version.
Opening
Press the button, see arrow.
Settings*
Slide the center armrest on the driver's side into 
the desired position.
Connection for external audio device
You can connect an external audio device such 
as a CD or MP3 player and play audio tracks 
over the car's loudspeaker system:
>AUX-IN port, refer to page167
>USB audio interface
*/additional connection 
of the music player in the mobile phone
*, 
refer to page167
Storage compartments inside 
the vehicle
Depending on your vehicle's equipment, you 
will find compartments beside the steering col-
umn
*, in the front doors and in the center con-
sole
*. 
There are nets
* on the front-seat backrests. 

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3."Storing..."
4."Cancel storing"
The storage process is interrupted and can be 
continued at any time.
Continuing the storage process
1."CD/Multimedia"
2."CD/DVD"
3. Select the symbol for the CD/DVD 
player.
4."Continue storing"
Storage of the CD continues at the beginning of 
the track at which storage was interrupted.
Album information
During storage, information such as the name 
of the artist is stored with the track, if this infor-
mation is available in the vehicle database or on 
the CD.
To update the database, contact your service 
center.
Storing from a USB device
To store music, a suitable device must be con-
nected to the USB interface in the glove com-
partment.
>Suitable devices: USB mass storage 
devices, such as USB flash drives or MP3 
players with a USB interface.
>Unsuitable devices: USB hard drive, USB 
hubs, USB memory card readers with multi-
ple inserts, Apple iPod/iPhone.
Music from a USB device can be stored 
only via the USB interface in the glove 
compartment.<1.Connect the USB device to the USB inter-
face in the glove compartment.
2."CD/Multimedia"
3."Music collection"
4.Open "Options".
5."Music data import/export"
6."Import music (USB)"
Playing music
Music search
All tracks for which additional information has 
been stored can be accessed by the music 
search. Tracks without additional information 
can be called up via the corresponding album.
1."CD/Multimedia"
2."Music collection"
3."Music search" 

Music collection
166
Music collection
Backing up the music collection
The entire music collection can be stored on a 
USB medium. Make sure there is enough free 
memory capacity on the USB device.
Depending on the number of tracks, backing up 
the music collection may take several hours. 
Therefore, it is best to perform the backup dur-
ing a long trip.
1.Start the engine.
2.Connect the USB device to the USB inter-
face in the glove compartment.
3."CD/Multimedia"
4."Music collection"
5.Open "Options".
6."Music data import/export"
7."Backup music on USB"
Restoring the music collection in the 
vehicle
When storing from the USB device, the 
music collection existing in the vehicle is 
replaced.<
1."CD/Multimedia"
2."Music collection"3.Open "Options".
4."Music data import/export"
5."Restore music from USB"
Deleting the music collection
1."CD/Multimedia"
2."Music collection"
3.Open "Options".
4."Delete music collection" 

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External devices
AUX-IN port
You can connect an external audio device, for 
instance an MP3 player, and play audio tracks 
over the car's loudspeaker system. You can 
adjust the tone using iDrive.
Connecting
Lift up the center armrest.
Connection for audio playback:
TRS connector 1/8 in/3.5 mm
To play audio tracks over the car's loudspeaker 
system, connect the headset or line-out port of 
the external device to the AUX-IN port.
Starting audio playback
Connect the audio device, switch it on and 
select a track. Operate the system on the audio 
device.
Via iDrive
1."CD/Multimedia"
2.If applicable, "External devices"
3. "AUX front"
Adjusting the volume
The volume of the sound output depends on 
the audio device. If this volume differs markedly 
from the volume of the other audio sources, it is 
advisable to adjust the volumes.
1."CD/Multimedia"
2.If applicable, "External devices"3. "AUX front"
4."Volume"
5.To adjust: turn the controller.
6.To store: press the controller.
USB audio interface*/
extended connectivity of the 
music player in the mobile 
phone*
It is possible to connect external audio devices/
mobile phones. They can be operated via iDrive. 
Sound is output on the vehicle loudspeakers.
Options for connecting external 
devices
>Connection via USB audio interface: Apple 
iPod / iPhone, USB devices, e. g. MP3 
player, USB flash drive, or mobile phones 
that are supported by the USB audio inter-
face.
>Connection via snap-in adapter
*, refer to 
page184, when equipped with additional 
connection of music player in the mobile 
phone: Apple iPhone / mobile phones. Play-
back is possible only if no audio device/
mobile phone is connected to the USB 
audio interface.
Due to the large number of different audio 
devices/mobile phones available on the market, 
it cannot be ensured that every audio device/
mobile phone is operable on the vehicle. 

External devices
168 Ask about suitable audio devices/mobile 
phones at your BMW center.
Audio files
Standard audio formats, e.g. MP3, WMA, WAV 
(PCM) and AAC, and playlists in the M3U format 
can be played.
Connecting via USB audio interface
Lift up the center armrest.
1AUX-IN port for audio playback:
TRS connector 1/8 in/3.5 mm
2USB interface
Apple iPod/iPhone
To connect the device, use the special cable 
adapter for the Apple iPod/iPhone, available 
from your BMW center. The cable adapter is 
required for a flawless connection.
Connect the Apple iPod/iPhone with the AUX-
IN port and USB interface1 using the cable 
adapter for the Apple iPod/iPhone. 
The Apple iPod/iPhone menu structure is sup-
ported by the USB audio interface.
USB device
When connecting the device use a flexi-
ble adapter cable, to protect the USB 
interface and your USB device against physical 
damage.<
Connect the USB device to connector 2, using 
a flexible adapter cable.
After the device is connected for the first time, 
the information on all tracks (e.g. artist, type of 
music) and the playlists are transferred from the 
USB device to the vehicle. This procedure may take some time. The duration depends on the 
USB device and the number of tracks.
During transmission, the tracks can be called up 
via the file directory.
Information from up to four USB devices can be 
stored in the vehicle, or a total of about 
16,000 tracks.
If a fifth USB device is connected or if more than 
16,000 tracks are stored, information on exist-
ing tracks may be deleted.
Music tracks with integrated Digital 
Rights Management (DRM) cannot be 
played.<
Starting audio playback
If the audio device has a device name, the name 
is displayed.
1."CD/Multimedia"
2."External devices"
3. Select the symbol. 
The name of the audio device may appear.
Playback begins with the first track. When an 
Apple iPhone is connected via the snap-in 
adapter and an audio device is connected to the 
AUX-IN port at the same time, the audio signal 
of the AUX-IN port is played.
Information about the track
If information about a track has been stored, it is 
displayed automatically:
>Artist
>Album title
>Number of tracks
>Track file name 

External devices
170 device supports this. Therefore, do not con-
nect the device to the power socket in the 
vehicle.
>Do not forcibly connect the plug to the USB 
interface.
>Do not connect devices such as fans or 
lamps to the USB audio interface.
>Do not connect USB hard drives.
>Do not use the USB audio interface to 
charge external devices. 

Reference 261
At a glance
Controls
Driving tips
Communications
Navigation
Entertainment
Mobility
Instructions for navigation 
system, refer to Voice 
instructions135
Instrument cluster12
Instrument lighting95
Instrument panel, refer to 
Cockpit10
Integrated key26
Integrated universal remote 
control102
Interactive map130
Interior lamps96
– remote control28
Interior motion sensor33
Interior rearview mirror48
– automatic dimming 
feature48
– compass104
Interlock, refer to Disengaging 
the remote control56
Intermittent mode of the 
wipers59
Intersection, entering, 
navigation126
iPod, connecting, refer to 
AUX-IN port167
iPod, connecting, refer to USB 
audio interface167
J
Jacking points235
Joystick, refer to iDrive16
Jumpering, refer to Jump-
starting238
Jump-starting238
K
Key, refer to Integrated key/
remote control26
Keyless go, refer to Comfort 
Access34
Keyless opening and closing, 
refer to Comfort Access34
Key Memory, refer to Personal 
Profile26Kickdown57
– automatic transmission with 
Steptronic57
Knock control197
L
Lamps
– automatic headlamp 
control92
– parking lamps/low beams92
Lamps and bulbs, replacing 
bulbs229
Lap-and-shoulder belt, refer 
to Safety belts46
Lashing eyes, refer to 
Securing cargo120
Last destinations128
LATCH child restraint fixing 
system51
Leather care227
LED Light-emitting 
diodes230
Length, refer to 
Dimensions245
License plate lamp, replacing 
bulb235
Light
– high-beam assistant94
Light-alloy wheels226
Light-emitting diodes 
LED230
Lighter108
– connecting electrical 
appliances108
Lighting
– instruments95
– lamps and bulbs229
– vehicle, refer to Lamps92
Light switch92
Limit, refer to Speed limit79
Load119
Load securing equipment, 
refer to Securing cargo120
Lock buttons, doors, refer to 
Locking30Locking
– adjusting confirmation 
signal28
– from inside30
– from outside28
– without remote control, refer 
to Comfort Access34
Locking and unlocking doors
– confirmation signals28
– from inside30
– from outside27
Low beam control, refer to 
High-beam assistant94
Low-beam headlamps92
– automatic92
– replacing bulbs231
Lower back support, refer to 
Lumbar support43
Luggage rack, refer to Roof-
mounted luggage rack120
Lumbar support43
M
M+S tires, refer to Winter 
tires217
Maintenance, refer to Service 
Booklet
Maintenance system223
Malfunction
– automatic transmission with 
Steptronic58
– tires85
– trunk lid31
Malfunction warnings, refer to 
Check Control77
Manual car wash226
Manual mode, automatic 
transmission with 
Steptronic57
Manual operation
– door lock29
– driver's door29
– fuel filler flap196
– glass roof37
– panorama glass roof39
– transmission lock, automatic 
transmission58
– trunk lid31 

Everything from A - Z
262 Manual transmission56
Map for navigation
– changing scale137
– entering destination130
Map view136
Master key, refer to Remote 
control with integrated 
key26
Maximum cooling98
Maximum speed
– with winter tires217
Measurements, refer to 
Dimensions245
Memory, refer to Seat and 
mirror memory45
MENU button16
Menus, refer to iDrive16
Messages180
Messages from the concierge 
service181
Microfilter
– BMW Maintenance 
System223
– for automatic climate 
control100
Microfilter/activated-charcoal 
filter
– BMW Maintenance 
System223
Microphone
– telephone14
– voice commands14
Mirror dimming feature48
Mirrors47
– automatic curb monitor48
– exterior mirrors47
– heating47
– interior rearview mirror48
– memory, refer to Seat and 
mirror memory45
Mirrors, folding in before 
entering a car wash47Mobile phone
– adjusting volume177
– connecting, refer to Mobile 
phone, pairing174
– installation location, refer to 
Center armrest106
– operation via iDrive177
– pairing174
– refer to separate Owner's 
Manual
Mobile phone, installation 
location, refer to Center 
armrest106
Mobile phone, refer to 
Telephone174
Mobile phone, refer to the 
separate Owner's Manual
Modifications, technical, refer 
to For your own safety5
Monitor, refer to iDrive 
controls16
Monitoring system for tire 
pressures, refer to Flat Tire 
Monitor84
MP3 player, connecting, refer 
to AUX-IN port167
MP3 player, connecting, refer 
to USB audio interface167
Multi-channel playback145
Multifunctional steering 
wheel, refer to Buttons on 
the steering wheel11
Multifunction switch
– refer to Turn signals/
headlamp flasher58
– refer to Wiper system59
Multimedia screen, refer to 
iDrive16
Music, managing165
Music collection162
– backup166
– deleting166
– random sequence165
– restoring166
Music player, connecting, 
refer to AUX-IN port167
Music player, connecting, 
refer to USB audio 
interface167Music search163
My Info181
N
Navigation
– starting destination 
guidance after entering a 
destination127
– storing current position127
– voice activation131
Navigation announcements, 
refer to Switching voice 
instructions on/off135
Navigation data124
Navigation system124
– address book127
– bypassing a route 
section135
– continuing destination 
guidance134
– destination entry125
– dynamic destination 
guidance135
– entering a destination by 
voice131
– entering a destination 
manually125
– frequently asked 
questions140
– gas station 
recommendations135
– planning a trip132
– route list135
– selecting destination via 
map130
– selecting route criteria134
– special destinations128
– starting destination 
guidance134
– terminating destination 
guidance134
– traffic bulletins137
– voice instructions135
– volume adjustment136
Neck support, refer to Head 
restraints43
Nets, refer to Storage 
compartments106