2011 BMW 3 SERIES navigation update

Navigation system
Vehicle equipment
All standard, country-specific and optional
equipment that is offered in the model series is
described in this chapter. Therefore, equipment
is also described that is not available in a vehicle,
e. g., because of the selected optional equip‐
ment or country variant. This also applies for
safety-related functions and systems.
General information
The navigation system can determine the pre‐
cise position of the vehicle, with the aid of sat‐
ellites and vehicle sensors, and can reliably
guide you to every entered destination.
Navigation data are stored in the vehicle and can
be updated.
Entries in stationary vehicle
Enter data only when the vehicle is sta‐
tionary, and always give priority to the applicable
traffic regulations in the event of any contradic‐
tion between traffic and road conditions and the
instructions issued by the navigation system.
Failure to take to this precaution can place you
in violation of the law and put vehicle occupants
and other road users in danger.◀
Starting navigation system
1. Press the button on the controller.
2."Navigation"
The navigation system can also be ac‐
cessed directly with the button on the con‐
troller.
Destination input
Manual destination entry
General information
The system supports you in entering street
names and house numbers by automatically
completing the entry and providing entry com‐
parisons, refer to page 22.
Stored town/city and street names can be called
up quickly.
▷If the existing entries should not be changed,
the entries for the state/province and town/
city can be skipped.
▷Destination guidance is started to the town/
city center if no street is entered.
Entering a state/province
1."Navigation"
2."Enter address"
3.Select "State/Province" or the displayed
state/province.
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"Traffic conditions/gray map" active: the
setting is disregarded.
▷"Satellite images"
Depending on availability and resolution,
satellite images are displayed in a scale of
approx. 1 mile to 600 miles/2 km to
1,000 km.
▷"Perspective view in 3D"
Prominent areas that are contained in the
navigation data are displayed on the map in
3D.
▷"Traffic conditions/gray map"
The map is optimized for displaying traffic
bulletins, refer to page 180. Symbols for the
special destinations are no longer displayed.
Map view for split screen
The map view can be selected for the split
screen independently from the main screen.
1."Options" Open.
2."Split screen"
3.Move the controller to the right repeatedly
until the split screen is selected.
4.Select "Split screen content" or the scale.
5.Select the map view.
▷"Arrow display"
▷"Map facing north"
▷"Map direction of travel"
▷"Map view with perspective"
▷"Position"
▷"Exit ramp view": selected blind drive‐
ways are displayed three dimensionally.
Setting in some cases will affect the dis‐
play in the Head-Up Display.
▷"Traffic conditions/gray map"
6.To change the scale: select the split screen
and turn the controller.
Traffic bulletins
At a glance
General information
▷Display the traffic bulletins from radio sta‐
tions that broadcast the TI Traffic Informa‐
tion of a traffic information service. Informa‐
tion on traffic obstructions and hazards is
updated continuously.
Certain BMW models equipped with navi‐
gation have the capability to display real-
time traffic information. If your system has
this capability the following additional terms
and conditions apply:
An End-User shall no longer have the right
to use the Traffic Data in the event that the
End-User is in material breach of the terms
and conditions contained herein.
A. Total Traffic Network, a division of Clear
Channel Broadcasting, Inc. (“Total Traffic
Network”) holds the rights to the traffic in‐
cident data and RDS-TMC network through
which it is delivered. You may not modify,
copy, scan or use any other method to re‐
produce, duplicate, republish, transmit or
distribute in any way any portion of traffic in‐
cident data. You agree to indemnify, defend
and hold harmless BMW of North America,
LLC. (“BMW NA”) and Total Traffic Net‐
work, Inrix, Inc (and their affiliates) against
any and all claims, damages, costs or other
expenses that arise directly or indirectly out
of (a) your unauthorized use of the traffic in‐
cident data or the RDS-TMC network, (b)
your violation of this directive and/or (c) any
unauthorized or unlawful activities by you in
connection herewith.
B. Total Traffic Network traffic data is infor‐
mational only. User assumes all risk of use.
Total Traffic Network, BMW NA, and their
suppliers make no representations about
content, traffic and road conditions, route
usability, or speed.
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Detours can also be accepted if the traffic mes‐
sages are called up in the list.
1."Navigation"
2."Map"
3. "Traffic Info"
4."Detour information"
5. "Detour"
Dynamic destination guidance
The route is automatically changed in the event
of traffic obstructions.
▷The system does not point out traffic ob‐
structions along the original route.
▷Traffic bulletins continue to be displayed on
the map.
▷Depending on road type and the kind and
extent of the traffic obstruction, the calcu‐
lated route may lead through the traffic ob‐
struction.
▷Dangerous situations are displayed regard‐
less of the setting.
Activating dynamic destination guidance
1."Navigation"
2."Options" Open.
3."Dynamic guidance"
Navigation data
Information on the navigation data
1."Navigation"
2."Options" Open.
3."Navigation system version": information on
the data version is displayed.
Updating the navigation data
General information
Navigation data are stored in the vehicle and can
be updated.
Current navigation data and the authorization
code are available from your service center.
▷Depending on the data volume, a data up‐
date may take several hours.
▷Update during the trip to preserve battery.
▷During the update, only the basic functions
of the navigation system are available.
▷The status of the update can be viewed.
▷The system restarts after the update.
▷Remove the data carrier with the navigation
data after the update.
Performing an update
1.Insert the navigation DVD into the DVD
player with the labeled side facing up.
2.Follow the instructions on the Control Dis‐
play.
3.Enter the navigation DVD authorization
code.
4.Change the DVD, if necessary.
After interrupting your trip, follow the instruc‐
tions on the Control Display.
Viewing the status
1. Press the button.
2."Navigation update"
What to do if...
▷The current transmission position cannot be
displayed?
The vehicle is located in an unrecognized
region, is in a poor reception area, or the
system is currently determining the posi‐
tion. Reception is usually best when you
have an unobstructed view of the sky.
▷The destination without street information is
not used for route guidance?
When city has been input, no downtown can
be determined.
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to ensure that all comfort functions are fully
available and that any Check Control messages
are no longer displayed.
Charging the battery
In the vehicle, only charge the battery via the
starting aid terminals, refer to page 292, in the
engine compartment with the engine off.
Power failure
After a temporary power loss, some equipment
needs to be reinitialized.
Individual settings need to be reprogrammed:
▷Seat and mirror memory: store the positions
again.
▷Time: update.
▷Date: update.
▷Radio station: save again.
▷Navigation system: wait for the operability of
the navigation.
Disposing of old batteries
Have old batteries disposed of by your
service center or bring them to a recy‐
cling center.
Maintain the battery in an upright position for
transport and storage. Secure the battery so
that it does not tip over during transport.
Fuses
Notes
Replacing fuses
Never attempt to repair a blown fuse and
do not replace a defective fuse with a substitute
of another color or amperage rating; this could
lead to a circuit overload, ultimately resulting in
a fire in the vehicle.◀
Plastic tweezers and information on the fuse
types and locations are stored in the fuse box in
the cargo area.
In the engine compartment
1.Use the onboard vehicle toolkit to loosen the
three cover screws, arrow 1.
2.Pull up the holder, arrow 2.
3.Remove the cover from one side, arrow 3.
4.Press the four fasteners and remove the
cover.
Reattaching the covers
1.When attaching the cover, make sure that all
four fasteners are engaged.
2.Attach the cover under the rubber lip and
then thread it between the bars.
3.Press down on the holder and tighten the
three screws.
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Service history 78
Service requirements, Condi‐
tion Based Service CBS 277
Service requirements, dis‐
play 77
Service, Roadside Assis‐
tance 291
Settings on Control Dis‐
play 83
Settings, storing for seat, mir‐
ror 51
Shifting, automatic transmis‐
sion 67
Shifting, manual transmis‐
sion 67
Shift paddles on steering
wheel 69
Short commands 306
Side airbags 91
Side View 127
Signaling, horn 12
Signals when unlocking 35
Sitting safely 45
Size 302
Slide/tilt glass roof 43
Smallest turning circle 303
Snap-in adapter, mobile
phone 236
Snow chains 271
Socket 145
Socket, OBD Onboard Diag‐
nostics 278
Software applications,
iPhone 255
Software update 217
Spare fuse 288
Special destinations, naviga‐
tion 171
Specified engine oil
types 275
Speed, average 82
Speed limit detection 79
Speed limit detection, com‐
puter 82
Speed limit, setting 82
Speed Volume, volume equal‐
ization 189
Split screen 21
Split screen map settings 180
Spoken instructions, naviga‐
tion 178
SPORT+ - program, Dynamic
Driving Control 106
Sport automatic transmis‐
sion 69
Sport displays, torque display,
performance display 83
SPORT program, Dynamic
Driving Control 106
Sport program, transmis‐
sion 68
Sport steering, variable 105
Stability control systems 104
Start/stop, automatic func‐
tion 61
Start/Stop button 59
Start function during malfunc‐
tion 31
Starting aid 291
Starting the engine 60
State/province, selecting for
navigation 168
Stations, stored 197
Station, storing 190
Status display, tires 94
Status information, iDrive 20
Status of Owner's Manual 6
Steering wheel, adjusting 53
Steering wheel heating 53
Steptronic, automatic trans‐
mission 67
Stopping the engine 61
Storage compartment in the
rear 150
Storage compartments 148
Storage compartments, loca‐
tions 148
Storage, tires 270
Storing the vehicle 299
Street, entering for naviga‐
tion 169
Summer tires, tread 268
Supplementary text mes‐
sage 75
Surround View 123
Switch-on times, parked-car
ventilation 140
Switch, refer to Cockpit 12
Symbols 6
T
Tachometer 75
Tailgate 37
Tailgate, opening with no-
touch activation 39
Tailgate via remote control 35
Tail lamps 285
Tasks 244
Technical changes, refer to
Safety 6
Technical data 302
Telephone 220, 228
TeleService 251
Temperature, automatic cli‐
mate control 135, 137
Temperature display, external
temperature 76
Temperature, engine oil 75
Tempomat, refer to Active
Cruise Control 109
Terminal, jump-starting 292
Text messages 241
Text message, supplemen‐
tary 75
Theft alarm system, refer to
Alarm system 40
Theft protection, refer to Cen‐
tral locking system 33
Thigh support 47
Through-loading system 146
Tilt alarm sensor 41
Time of arrival 82
Tire damage 269
Tire identification marks 267
Tire inflation pressure 263
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Tire inflation pressure monitor,
refer to FTM 97
Tire Pressure Monitor
TPM 94
Tires, changing 269
Tires, everything on wheels
and tires 263
Tires, run-flat tires 271
Tire tread 268
Toll roads, route 176
Tone 188
Tools 279
Top View 126
Torque, engine 303
Total vehicle weight 304
Tow fitting 294
Towing 293
Town/city, navigation 169
Tow-starting 293
Tow truck 293
TPM Tire Pressure Moni‐
tor 94
Traction control 105
TRACTION program, Dynamic
Driving Control 105
Traffic bulletins, naviga‐
tion 180
Transmission, automatic 67
Transmission, manual 67
Transporting children
safely 55
Tread, tires 268
Treble, tone 188
Trip computer 83
Triple turn signal activa‐
tion 64
Trip odometer 76
Truck for tow-starting/tow‐
ing 293
Trunk lid 37
Trunk lid, emergency unlock‐
ing 38
Trunk lid, hotel function 38
Trunk lid, opening with no-
touch activation 39
Trunk lid via remote con‐
trol 35
Turning circle 303
Turning circle lines, backup
camera 124
Turn signals, operation 64
Turn signals, rear, bulb re‐
placement 285
U
Unintentional alarm 41
Units of measure 85
Universal remote control 141
Unlock button, automatic
transmission 68
Unlocking/locking from in‐
side 37
Unlocking/locking via door
lock 36
Unlocking/locking with remote
control 34
Updates made after the edito‐
rial deadline 6
Updating software 217
Upholstery care 298
USB audio interface 210
USB interface 149
V
Variable sport steering 105
Vehicle battery 287
Vehicle battery, replacing 287
Vehicle, breaking in 156
Vehicle care 297
Vehicle equipment 6
Vehicle identification number,
refer to Identification number
in the engine compart‐
ment 272
Vehicle jack 287
Vehicle paint 297
Vehicle storage 299
Vehicle wash 296
Ventilation 139
Ventilation, refer to Parked-car
ventilation 139
Version of the navigation
data 183
Video playback 200
Video playback, iPhone 213
Video playback, snap-in
adapter 213
Voice activation, short com‐
mands 306
Voice activation system 23
Volume, setting 188
W
Warning messages, refer to
Check Control 73
Warning triangle 291
Washer fluid 66
Washer fluid reservoir, ca‐
pacity 305
Washer nozzles, wind‐
shield 66
Washer system 65
Washing, vehicle 296
Water on roads 157
Weights 304
Welcome lamps 86
Wheel base, vehicle 303
Wheels, changing 269
Wheels, everything on wheels
and tires 263
Wheels, Flat Tire Monitor
FTM 97
Wheels, Tire Pressure Monitor
TPM 94
Width, vehicle 302
Window defroster,
rear 135, 138
Windows, powered 41
Windshield washer fluid 66
Windshield washer noz‐
zles 66
Windshield washer system 65
Windshield wiper 65
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