
Practical interior accessories
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Practical interior accessories
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 buttons1. After this, the programmed 
memory button1 will operate the system in 
question. The LED2 flashes to confirm trans-
mission of the signal.
Should you sell your vehicle one day, be sure to 
delete the stored programs beforehand for your 
safety, refer to page111.
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 compatible with the integrated 
universal remote control.
If you have additional questions, please 
contact your BMW 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.<
Programming
1Memory buttons
2LED
Fixed-code hand-held transmitters
1.Switch on ignition, refer to page57.
2.When starting operation for the first time: 
Press the left and right-hand memory 
button1 for approx. 20 seconds until the 
LED2 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 buttons1.
The required distance between the 
hand-held transmitter and the mem-
ory buttons1 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 LED2 
flashes rapidly, release both buttons. If the 
LED2 does not flash rapidly after approx. 
15 seconds, alter the distance and repeat 
the step.
5.To program other original hand-held trans-
mitters, repeat steps 3 and 4.
The corresponding memory button 1 is now 
programmed with the signal of the original 
hand-held transmitter. 

Controls
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At a glance
Driving tips
Communications
Navigation
Entertainment
Mobility
You can operate the device when the engine is 
running or when the ignition is switched on.
If the device fails to function even 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 
button1 of the integrated universal remote 
control. If the LED2 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-held transmitter 
uses an alternating-code system. In the case of 
an alternating-code system, program the mem-
ory buttons1 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, please observe 
the following supplementary instructions:
P r o g ra m m in g  w i ll  b e  ea s i er  w it h  t h e  a i d  o f  
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. After step 4, you have 
approx. 30 seconds for step 5.
5.Press the programmed memory button1 
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.If you have any additional questions, 
please contact your BMW center.<
Deleting all stored programs
Press the left and right-hand memory button1 
for approx. 20 seconds until the LED2 flashes 
quickly:
All stored programs are deleted.
Individual programs cannot be deleted.
Rememorizing individual programs
1.Hold the original handheld remote control 
approx. 4 in/10 cm to 12 in/30 cm away 
from the memory buttons1.
The required distance between the 
hand-held transmitter and the mem-
ory buttons1 depends on the relevant sys-
tem of the original hand-held transmitter 
used.<
2.Press the desired memory button1 of the 
integrated universal remote control.
3.If the LED2 flashes slowly after approx. 
20 seconds, press the command button of 
the original hand-held transmitter. As soon 
as the LED2 flashes rapidly, release both 
buttons. If the LED2 does not flash rapidly 
after approx. 15 seconds, alter the distance 
and repeat the step.
Sun blinds*
Sun blind for rear window
Press the button on the driver's door. 

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Sun blinds for rear side windows
Pull the loop of the roller sun blind and hook 
onto bracket.
Do not open the window with the roller 
sun blind deployed. Otherwise, there is a 
risk of damage and injury at higher speeds.<
Glove compartment
Opening
Pull the handle. The light in the glove compart-
ment switches on.
To prevent injury in the event of an acci-
dent while the vehicle is being driven, 
close the glove compartment immediately after 
use.<
Closing
Raise the lid into the closed position.
Locking
Lock with a key.
If you only hand over the remote control 
without the integrated key, e.g., for valet 
parking, refer to page26, the glove compart-
ment cannot be unlocked.<
USB interface for data transmission
Port for importing and exporting data on USB 
devices, e.g., music collections.
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 discs.
>Do not use the USB interface to recharge 
external devices.
Front center armrest
The compartment in the center armrest is 
divided into two sections.
Opening cover
Press the button. The cover opens somewhat 
and can be folded upwards.
Depending on vehicle equipment, the upper 
section contains a compartment with a mat that 
can be removed for cleaning, or a telephone 
cradle
*. 

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Cupholders
Use lightweight, unbreakable containers 
and do not transport hot beverages. Oth-
erwise, there is an increased risk of injury in the 
event of an accident. Do not force containers 
that are too large into the cupholders, otherwise 
damage could result.<
Opening
Briefly press the button.
Closing
Press the cover in the center and push in the 
cup holder.
Ashtray, front*
Opening
Briefly press the center of the cover.
Emptying
Press the button, refer to arrow. The ashtray 
rises and can be removed.
Cigarette lighter, front*
Press in the lighter with the engine running or 
the ignition switched on.
The lighter can be removed as soon as it pops 
back out.
Hold or touch the hot cigarette lighter by 
the knob only. Holding or touching it in 
other areas could result in burns. 
Always take along the remote control when you 
leave the vehicle, otherwise children could, for 
example, use the lighter and burn themselves.< 

Destination guidance
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Destination guidance
Starting destination 
guidance
1."Navigation"
2."Enter address"
3.Select the destination.
4."Accept destination"
5."Start guidance"
The route is displayed on the Control Display 
after it is calculated.
Terminating destination 
guidance
1."Navigation"
2."Map"
3.Select the   symbol.
4."Stop guidance"
Continuing destination 
guidance
If the destination was not reached during the 
last trip, destination guidance can be resumed.
"Resume guidance"
Route criteria
General information
You can influence the calculated route by 
choosing certain route criteria. You can change 
the route criteria as often as you like while 
entering the destination and whenever the des-
tination guidance is active.
The route is planned according to fixed rules. 
The type of road is taken into account, e.g., 
whether it is a highway or a winding road. As a 
result, the routes recommended by the naviga-
tion system may not always be the same ones that you would choose based on personal expe-
rience.
The settings are stored for the remote control 
currently in use.
Changing route criteria
1."Navigation"
2."Map"
3."Route preference"
4.Selecting a criterion:
>"Fast route": time-optimized route, 
which is a combination of the shortest 
possible route and the fastest roads
>"Efficient route": optimized combination 
of the fastest and shortest roads
>"Short route": short distance, irrespec-
tive of how fast or slow progress will be
>"Alternative routes": other suggested 
alternative routes while destination 
guidance is active
5.Select additional route criteria, if desired. 
Where possible, the selected criteria will be 
avoided on the route.
>Avoid highways where possible:
"Avoid highways"
>Avoid toll roads where possible:
"Avoid toll roads"
>Avoid ferries where possible:
"Avoid ferries"
The setting applies to the current route and to 
the planning of future routes. 

Destination guidance
144 1."Navigation"
2."Map"
3. Select the  symbol.
For rapid access, the feature can be stored on a 
programmable memory key, refer to page20.
Repeating a voice instruction
1."Navigation"
2."Map"
3. Highlight the   symbol.
4.Press the controller twice.
Adjusting the volume of voice 
instructions*
The volume can be adjusted only while a voice 
instruction is being issued.
1.Repeat the last voice instruction, if neces-
sary.
2.Turn the knob during the voice instruction 
to select the desired volume.
The setting is stored for the remote control cur-
rently in use.
Map display
Displaying map view
You can have your current position displayed on 
a map. After starting the destination guidance, 
the planned route is shown on the map.
1."Navigation"
2."Map"
The following functions are directly available in 
the map view:
Information in the map view:
>Time, entertainment source, sound output, 
map orientation
>Distance from destination, estimated time 
of arrival, if destination guidance is active.
>Any traffic obstructions are highlighted in 
color.
To show/hide information on the map:
Press the controller.
Viewing the map
1.Select the       symbol.
2.Select a setting:
>"View facing north"
>"View in dir. of travel"
>"Perspective view"
>"Arrow display"
SymbolMeaning
Voice instructions are 
switched on
Voice instructions are 
switched off
SymbolFunction
Starting/stopping destina-
tion guidance
Switching voice instructions 
on/off
Changing route criteria or 
selecting route alternatives
Special destinations
Displaying traffic bulletins
Interactive map
Map view settings
Changing scale 

On/off and tone
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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
*
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. 

Navigation
Entertainment
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Controls
Communications
Mobility
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.