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On/off and tone
The following audio and video sources share 
the same control elements and adjustments:
>Radio
>CD/DVD player
>CD changer
*
>Video*
>External devices, e.g., MP3 player
Controls
The audio and video sources can be controlled 
using the:
>Buttons in the area of the CD/DVD player
>iDrive
>Buttons on the steering wheel; refer to 
page11
>Programmable memory buttons, refer to 
page20
>Voice activation system
Buttons in the area of the CD/DVD 
player
1Sound output for entertainment on/off, vol-
ume
>Press: switch on/off
When the system is switched on, the 
most recently selected radio station or 
track is played.
>Turn: adjusting volume2 Station scan/track search
>Change the radio station
>Select the track for the CD/DVD player, 
CD changer and certain multimedia 
devices
3 Eject the CD/DVD
4CD/DVD drive
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5MODE: change the audio and video 
sources
6FM/AM: change the radio station wave-
band
Switching on/off
To switch the entertainment sound output on 
and off:
Press knob1 next to the CD/DVD player.
 This symbol on the Control Display indicates 
that sound output is switched off.
Sound output is available for approx. 
20 minutes after the ignition is switched off.
Switch on the sound output again for this pur-
pose.
Adjusting volume
Turn knob1 next to the CD/DVD player until the 
desired volume is set.
You can also adjust the volume with the buttons 
on the steering wheel, refer to page11.
Tone control
You can alter various tone settings, e.g., treble 
and bass or the speed-dependent volume 
increase.
The tone settings are set for all audio sources at 
once.
The settings are stored for the remote key cur-
rently in use. 

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Radio
Your radio is designed for reception of the fol-
lowing stations:
>FM and AM
>HD Radio
*
>Weather Band*
>Satellite radio*
Selecting a station
Press the knob if the sound output is switched 
off.
1."Radio"
2."FM" or "AM"3.Select the desired station.
The selected station is stored for the remote 
control currently in use.
Changing stations
Turn and press the controller
or
Press the   button for the corresponding 
direction
or
Press the buttons on the steering wheel, refer 
to page11.
Selecting a station manually
Station selection using the frequency.
1."Radio"
2."FM" or "AM"
3."Manual"
4.Select the frequency: turn the controller.
To store the station: press the controller for an 
extended period. 

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Storing stations
Via iDrive
1."Radio"
2."FM" or "AM"
3.Select the desired station.
4.Press the controller for an extended period.
5.Select the desired memory location.
The stations are stored for the remote control 
currently in use.
About programmable memory buttons
You can also store a station on the programma-
ble memory buttons, refer to page20.
1.Select a station.
2. ...   Press the desired button 
for a longer period.
Radio Data System RDS*
In the FM waveband, additional information is 
transmitted via RDS. If the reception conditions 
are good, the station names are shown on the 
Control Display. If the reception is weak or dis-
rupted, it can take some time before the station 
names are displayed.
Switching RDS on/off
1."Radio"
2."FM"
3.Open "Options".4."RDS"
The setting is stored for the remote control cur-
rently in use.
HD Radio*
Many stations broadcast both analog and digi-
tal signals. If a digital radio network is available, 
these stations can be received digitally and thus 
with better sound quality.
License conditions
HD Radio™ technology manufactured under 
license from iBiquity Digital Corp. U.S. and For-
eign Patents. HD Radio™ and the HD and HD 
Radio logos are proprietary trademarks of iBiq-
uity Digital Corp.
Activating/deactivating digital radio 
reception
1."Radio"
2."FM" or "AM"
3.Open "Options".
4."HD Radio"
The setting is stored for the remote control cur-
rently in use.
 This symbol is displayed when a station is 
being received digitally.
In areas in which the station is not continuously 
received in digital mode, the playback switches 
between analog and digital reception. Due to 
time delayed broadcasting, there may be repe-
titions or interruptions. In this case, switch off 
digital radio reception. 

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Displaying additional information
Some stations broadcast additional information 
on the current track, such as the name of the 
artist.
1.Select the desired station.
2.Open "Options".
3."Station info"
Selecting a substation
1.Select the desired station.
2.Press the controller.
3.Select the substation.
Presets
It is possible to store up to 40 stations.
Calling up a station
1."Radio"
2."Presets"
3.Select the desired station.
Storing a station
The station currently selected is stored.
1."Radio"
2."Presets"
3."Store station"
4.Select the desired memory location.
The list of stored stations is stored for the 
remote control currently in use.
The stations can also be stored on the pro-
grammable memory buttons, refer to page20.
Deleting a station
1."Radio"
2."Presets"
3.Select the desired station.
4.Open "Options".
5."Delete entry"
Weather Band*
Weather Radio is a service of the National Oce-
anic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) 
of the US Department of Trade. Weather news 
flashes are repeated every 4 to 6 minutes and 
are routinely updated at intervals of 1 to 
3 hours, and more often when necessary. Most 
stations operate 24 hours a day. In case of a 
storm, the National Weather Service interrupts 
the routine weather news and transmits special 
warning messages instead. If you have a ques-
tion about NOAA Weather Radio, please con-
tact the nearest office of the National Weather 
Service. Details are also provided on the Inter-
net at www.nws.noaa.gov.
Calling up weather news flashes
To operate via the iDrive:
1.Switch on the radio.
2."Weather band"
3.Select the desired channel.
The station for weather news flashes may be 
unavailable in some regions. 

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Telephone
The concept
Your BMW is equipped with a full preparation 
package mobile phone. After pairing a suitable 
mobile phone with the vehicle once, you can 
operate the mobile phone via the iDrive, the 
buttons on the steering wheel or using voice 
commands
*.
A mobile phone that has been paired once is 
automatically detected again with the engine 
running or the ignition switched on as soon as 
it is in the vehicle interior. The logon data of up 
to four mobile phones can be stored simulta-
neously. If several mobile phones are detected 
simultaneously, the respective last mobile 
phone paired can be operated via the vehicle.
Using a phone in your vehicle
Using snap-in adapter*
The so-called snap-in adapter, a mobile phone 
cradle, enables the battery to be charged and 
the mobile phone to be connected to the exter-
nal antenna of your vehicle. This ensures 
improved network reception and a consistent 
voice reproduction quality. Ask your BMW cen-
ter which mobile phones snap-in adapters are 
offered for.
For your safety
A car phone makes life more convenient in 
many ways, and can even save lives in an emer-
gency. While you should consult your mobile 
phone's separate operating instructions for a 
detailed description of safety precautions and 
information, we request that you direct your 
particular attention to the following:
Only make entries when traffic conditions 
allow you to do so. Do not hold the mobile 
phone in your hand while you are driving; use 
the hands-free system instead. If you do not 
observe this precaution, your being distracted can endanger vehicle occupants and other road 
users.<
Suitable mobile phones
Ask your BMW center which mobile phones 
with a Bluetooth interface are supported by the 
mobile phone preparation package or which 
mobile phones snap-in adapters are available 
for. These mobile phones support the functions 
described in this Owner's Manual with a certain 
software version. Malfunctions can occur with 
other mobile phones.
Operating options
You can operate the mobile phone using:
>Buttons on steering wheel, refer to page11
>iDrive, refer to page16
>Voice commands
*, refer to page185
>Programmable memory buttons, refer to 
page20
Avoid operating a mobile phone recognized by 
the vehicle via the mobile phone's keypad, oth-
erwise malfunctions may result.
Commissioning
Pairing mobile phone in vehicle
The following prerequisites must be met:
>Compatible mobile phone: The mobile 
phone is supported by the full preparation 
package mobile phone. Information on this 
subject is also provided on the Internet at: 
www.bmw.com/bluetooth
>The mobile phone is ready to operate.
>Bluetooth is activated in the vehicle, refer to 
page180, and on the mobile phone.
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that the mobile phone can engage in the 
snap-in adapter.
2.Push the mobile phone with the buttons 
facing upward toward the electrical connec-
tions and press down until it engages.
The mobile phone's battery is charged from 
radio readiness or with the steering unlocked.
To conserve vehicle battery power, avoid 
using the mobile phone when the ignition 
is switched off.<
Removing mobile phone
Press button. 

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At a glance
Controls
Driving tips
Communications
Navigation
Entertainment
Mobility
Driving through water126
Driving tips, refer to General 
driving notes124
Dry air, refer to Cooling 
function107
Drying the air, refer to Cooling 
function107
DSC Dynamic Stability 
Control85
– indicator lamp13,86
– malfunction87
DTC Dynamic Traction 
Control86
– activating86
– indicator lamp13,86
DVD
– country codes162
– settings163
– video playback162
DVD menu163
DVD player, refer to CD 
player160
DVD video162
Dynamic Brake Control DBC
– warning lamp87
Dynamic destination 
guidance143
Dynamic Drive88
Dynamic Driving Control62
Dynamic Stability Control 
DSC85
Dynamic Traction Control 
DTC86
E
Easy entry/exit52
– backrest width45
Eject button, refer to Buttons 
in area of CD/DVD 
player152
Electrical malfunction
– door lock30
– driver's door30
– fuel filler flap200
– glass sunroof, electric40
– luggage compartment lid32
– panorama glass sunroof41
– tailgate33Electrical steering wheel 
adjustment52
Electronic brake-force 
distribution85
Electronic oil level check212
Emergency operation, refer to 
Manual operation
– door lock30
– driver's door30
– fuel filler flap200
– luggage compartment lid32
– tailgate33
– transmission lock, automatic 
transmission61
Emergency operation, refer to 
Moving manually
– glass sunroof40
– panorama glass sunroof41
Emergency release for 
luggage compartment lid in 
cargo bay32
Emergency request231
Emergency services, refer to 
Roadside Assistance232
Energy-conscious driving, 
refer to Energy Control75
Energy Control75
Engine
– breaking-in124
– data238
– overheated, refer to Coolant 
temperature74
– speed238
– starting58
– starting, with Comfort 
Access36
– switching off58
Engine compartment212
Engine coolant214Engine oil
– adding213
– additives, refer to Approved 
engine oils213
– approved engine oil213
– checking oil level212
– electronic oil level check212
– interval between changes, 
refer to Service 
requirements
77
– oil change213
– oil grades, refer to Approved 
engine oils213
Engine output, refer to Engine 
data238
Engine speed, refer to Engine 
data238
Engine starting, refer to 
Starting engine58
Entering destination via town/
city name133
Entering intersection, 
navigation134
Entering special destinations 
by name137
Entering the 
address133,139
Entering zip code for 
navigation134
Entertainment sound output 
on/off152
Entry map for destination138
Environmentally friendly 
driving
– refer to Energy control75
Equalizer, refer to Tone 
control153
ESP Electronic Stability 
Program, refer to DSC 
Dynamic Stability 
Control85
Event Data Recorders216
Exhaust system, refer to Hot 
exhaust system125 

Everything from A to Z
258 Indicator lighting, refer to 
Instrument lighting104
Inflation pressure, refer to Tire 
inflation pressure202
Inflation pressure monitoring, 
refer to Flat Tire Monitor88
Inflation pressure monitoring, 
refer to TPM Tire Pressure 
Monitor90
Initializing
– Flat Tire Monitor89
– radio, refer to Storing 
stations156
– refer to Power failure229
– refer to Setting time and 
date79
– seat, mirror and steering 
wheel memory45
Installation location
– mobile phone112
Instructions for navigation 
system, refer to Voice 
instructions143
Instrument cluster12
Instrument lighting104
Instrument panel, refer to 
Cockpit10
Integrated key26
Integrated universal remote 
control110
Interactive map138
Interior lamps104
– switching on with remote 
control28
Interior motion sensor36
– switching off36
Interior rearview mirror51
– automatic dimming 
feature52
Intermittent mode of the 
wipers64
iPod, connecting, refer to 
AUX-IN port172
iPod, connecting, refer to USB 
audio interface172
J
Jacking points228Joystick, refer to iDrive16
Jumpering, refer to Jump 
starting232
Jump starting232
K
Keyless go, refer to Comfort 
Access36
Keyless opening and closing, 
refer to Comfort Access36
Key Memory, refer to Personal 
Profile26
Keys26
– key-related settings, refer to 
Personal Profile26
– spare key26
Kick down, Automatic 
transmission with 
Steptronic60
Knock control201
L
Lamps
– refer to High-beam 
Assistant102
Lamps and bulbs221
Lane demarcation lines, refer 
to Lane Departure 
Warning99
Lane Departure Warning99
Lashing eyes, refer to 
Securing cargo128
Last destinations136
LATCH child restraint fixing 
system54
Leather care219
LEDs light-emitting 
diodes222
Length, refer to 
Dimensions239
License plate lamp, replacing 
bulbs225
Light
– refer to Parking lamps/low 
beams100
Light-emitting diodes 
LEDs222Lighter114
Lighting
– instruments104
– lamps and bulbs221
– of the vehicle, refer to 
Lamps100
Light switch100
Loading
– securing cargo128
– stowing cargo127
– vehicle126
Load securing equipment, 
refer to Securing cargo128
Lock buttons in the doors, 
refer to Lokking31
Locking28
– confirmation signals29
– from inside31
– from outside28
– without key, refer to Comfort 
Access36
Locking and unlocking doors
– confirmation signals29
– from inside30
– from outside28
Low beams100
– automatic100
– replacing bulbs222
Lower back support, refer to 
Lumbar support45
Lug bolts228
– tightening torque, refer to 
After mounting228
– wrench227
Luggage compartment, refer 
to Cargo bay
Luggage compartment lid31
– emergency operation, refer 
to Manual operation
32
– emergency release32
– locking separately31
– opening from inside31
– opening from outside31
– unlocking and locking from 
inside30
– unlocking manually32
Luggage compartment lid/
tailgate
– Comfort Access37