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Engine oil
The engine oil consumption is dependent on 
driving style and driving conditions.
Checking the engine oil level with the 
dipstick*
1.Park the vehicle on a level surface with the 
engine at operating temperature, i.e. after 
an uninterrupted drive of at least 6.2 miles/
10 km.
2.Switch off the engine.
3.After approx. 5 minutes, pull out the 
dipstick5 and wipe it off with a lint-free 
cloth, paper towel or similar material.
4.Carefully push the dipstick all the way back 
into the measuring tube and pull it out 
again. 
The oil level must be between the two 
markings on the dipstick.
The oil quantity between the two markings on 
the dipstick is equivalent to approx. 1 US quart/
1 liter.
The oil level must not be above the upper 
marking of the dipstick. Too much oil will 
harm the engine.<
Checking the engine oil level 
electronically*
Your car is equipped with an electronic oil-level 
monitor.
For a precise measurement and display of the 
oil level, it is necessary that the engine be at 
operating temperature, i.e. after uninterrupted 
driving for at least approx. 6.2 miles/10 km. You 
can have the oil level displayed while you are 
driving, or while the vehicle is at a standstill on 
a level surface and the engine is running.
Display in the instrument cluster
1.Push button 1 in the turn indicator lever up 
or down repeatedly until the appropriate 
symbol is shown in the display, accompa-
nied by the word "OIL".
2.Press button 2 in the turn indicator lever. 
The oil level is checked and the reading 
displayed. 

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Light-alloy wheels
For technical reasons, dust is generated during 
braking that is deposited on the light-alloy 
wheels. Remove the dust regularly using acid-
free rim cleaner.
Do not use aggressive, acidic, strongly 
alkaline and abrasive cleaning agents or 
steam jets over 1407/606; otherwise, dam-
age may occur.<
Outside sensors/cameras
Keep the sensors and cameras on the 
outside of the vehicle, e.g. those for Park 
Distance Control, clean and free of ice to ensure 
that they remain fully functional.<
Interior care
Upholstery fabrics/cloth trims/
Alcantara fabrics
Vacuum regularly with a vacuum cleaner to 
remove superficial dirt.
To remove severe spots such as stains from 
beverages, use a soft sponge or lint-free 
microfiber cloth and suitable interior cleaners. 
Follow the instructions on the packaging.
Clean the upholstery down to the seams 
using a sweeping motion. Avoid strong 
rubbing.<
Opened Velcro fasteners on pants or 
other articles of clothing can damage the 
seat covers. Ensure that Velcro fasteners are 
closed.<
Leather/leather trim
The leather used by BMW is a high quality 
natural product. Slight irregularities in the 
leather are a typical characteristic of natural 
leather.<
Dust and road grit in the pores and folds of the 
leather have an abrasive effect, leading to 
increased wear and causing the leather surface 
to become brittle prematurely. Therefore, fre-
quently clean the leather of dust using a cloth or 
vacuum cleaner.Clean light-colored leather more frequently as 
dust and dirt are more noticeable.
Treat the leather at least once every two 
months using a leather lotion as dirt and grease 
will gradually attack the leather's protective 
layer.
Carpet/floor mats*
The floor mats can be removed for cleaning.
When heavily soiled, clean carpets with a 
microfiber cloth and water or textile cleaner. 
Rub back and forth in the direction of travel; oth-
erwise, the carpet may become matted.
Interior plastic parts
>Imitation leather surfaces
>Lamp glasses
>Display pane of instrument cluster
>Matte parts
Clean with water and solvent-free plastic 
cleaner if necessary.
Fine wood parts
Clean fine wood trim and fine wood parts with a 
damp cloth. Wipe dry with a soft cloth.
Safety belts
Dirty belt straps impede the reeling action and 
thus have a negative impact on safety.
Do not clean chemically, as this may 
destroy the webbing.<
Interior sensors/cameras
To clean interior sensors and cameras, e.g. of 
the high-beam assistant, use a lint-free cloth 
moistened with glass cleaner. 

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Displays
To clean displays, e.g. of the radio or instrument 
cluster, use a cleaning cloth for displays or 
a soft, non-abrasive, lint-free cloth.
Avoid applying excessive pressure when 
cleaning the displays; otherwise, damage 
may occur.<
Do not use chemical or abrasive house-
hold cleaning agents. Keep all types of 
fluid away from the device. Otherwise, surfaces 
or electrical components may be corroded or 
damaged.<
CD/DVD drives
Do not use a cleaning CD, as it may 
damage parts of the drive.<
Vehicle storage
If your vehicle is to be decommissioned for 
longer than three months, your BMW center or 
a workshop that operates according to BMW 
specifications will be glad to advise you. 

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Computer73
– displays on Control 
Display74
Computer, refer to iDrive16
Concierge service196
Condensation, refer to When 
the vehicle is parked125
Condition Based Service 
CBS231
Configuring settings, refer to 
Personal Profile26
Confirmation signals for 
locking/unlocking the 
vehicle28
Congestion
– refer to Route, bypassing 
sections141
Connecting vacuum cleaner, 
refer to Connecting 
electrical appliances113
Consumption, refer to 
Average fuel 
consumption73
Consumption display
– Energy Control72
Contacts
– creating193
Control Center, refer to 
iDrive16
Control Display, refer to 
iDrive16
– adjusting brightness83
– switching on/off19
Controller, refer to iDrive16
Controls and displays10
Control unit, refer to iDrive16
Convenient operation
– glass roof28
– windows28
Coolant230
– checking level230
Coolant temperature72
Cooling, maximum103
Cooling fluid, refer to 
Coolant230
Cooling system, refer to 
Coolant230
Copyright2Corner-illuminating lamps
– replacing bulbs239
Corner-illuminating lamps, 
refer to Adaptive light 
control98
Cornering lamps, refer to 
Adaptive light control98
Correct tires223
Country codes DVD163
Courtesy lamps, refer to 
Interior lamps101
Criteria for route140
Cross-hairs in navigation136
Cruise control62
– active64
– malfunction64
Cruise control, refer to Active 
cruise control64
Cruising range73
Cupholders112
Curb weight, refer to 
Weights257
Current fuel consumption, 
refer to Energy Control72
Current playback
– external devices176
– of music collection170
Customer Relations198
D
Dashboard, refer to 
Cockpit10
Dashboard, refer to 
instrument cluster12
Dashboard lighting, refer to 
Instrument lighting101
Data, technical254
– capacities258
– dimensions255
– engine254
– weights257
Data memory232
Data transfer199
Date
– date format80
– setting80
Daytime running lights98
– replacing bulbs238DBC Dynamic Brake 
Control85
Deactivating front passenger 
airbags95
Deadlocking, refer to 
Locking28
Defect
– door lock30
– fuel filler flap202
– glass roof38
– panorama glass roof40
Destination, entering by town/
city name131
Destination address
– entering131,137
Destination entry via BMW 
Assist136
Destination for navigation
– entering by voice137
– entering via map136
– entry131
– home address134
– manual entry131
Destination guidance140
– bypassing a route 
section141
– changing specified 
route140
– continuing140
– starting140
– voice instructions142
– volume of voice 
instructions142
Diesel exhaust fluid205
Diesel fuel204
Diesel particulate filter124
Digital clock71
Digital compass109
Digital radio, refer to HD 
Radio154
Dimensions255
Dipstick, engine oil227
Directional indicators, refer to 
Turn signals60
Direction instructions, refer to 
Voice instructions142
Directory for navigation, refer 
to Address book133 

Everything from A to Z
270 Displacement, refer to Engine 
data254
Display, refer to iDrive 
controls16
Display lighting, refer to 
Instrument lighting101
Displays
– on the Control Display16
Displays, refer to Instrument 
cluster12
Displays and controls10
Disposal
– coolant230
– remote control battery36
– vehicle battery244
Distance remaining to service, 
refer to Service 
requirements76
Distance warning, refer to 
Park Distance Control 
PDC84
Door key, refer to Remote 
control with integrated 
key26
Door lock29
Doors, emergency 
operation30
DOT Quality Grades221
Draft-free ventilation105
Drinks holders, refer to 
Cupholders112
Drive-off assistance, refer to 
Dynamic Stability Control 
DSC85
Drive-off assistant87
Driving lamps, refer to Parking 
lamps/low beams97
Driving notes122
Driving off on hills, refer to 
Drive-off assistant87
Driving stability control 
systems85
Driving through water124
Driving tips, refer to Driving 
notes122
Dry air, refer to Cooling 
function104
DSC Dynamic Stability 
Control85DTC Dynamic Traction 
Control86
– indicator/warning lamp86
DVD
– country codes163
– settings164
– video playback163
DVD menu164
DVD player, refer to CD 
player161
DVD video163
Dynamic Brake Control 
DBC85
Dynamic destination 
guidance141
Dynamic Stability Control 
DSC85
– indicator/warning lamp86
Dynamic Traction Control 
DTC
– indicator/warning lamp86
E
EBV Electronic brake-force 
distribution85
Eject button, refer to Buttons 
on the CD/DVD player150
Electrical malfunction
– door lock30
– driver's door30
– fuel filler flap202
– glass roof38
– panorama glass roof40
– trunk lid32
Electric seat adjustment43
Electric steering wheel lock
– with Comfort Access35
Electronic brake-force 
distribution EBV85
Electronic oil level check227
Electronic Stability Program 
ESP, refer to Dynamic 
Stability Control DSC85
Emergency actuation, 
automatic transmission, 
refer to Overriding selector 
lever lock60Emergency operation
– fuel filler flap, manual 
release202
Emergency operation, refer to 
Closing manually
– glass roof38
– panorama glass roof40
Emergency operation, refer to 
Manual operation
– door lock30
Emergency release
– trunk lid from inside32
Emergency Request246
Emergency services, refer to 
Roadside Assistance246
Energy, saving
– saving fuel122
Energy-conscious driving, 
refer to Energy Control72
Energy Control72
Engine
– breaking in122
– data254
– overheated, refer to Coolant 
temperature72
– speed254
– starting56
– starting, Comfort Access34
– switching off56
Engine compartment226
Engine coolant, refer to 
Coolant230
Engine oil
– adding229
– alternative oil types229
– BMW Maintenance 
System231
– capacity258
– checking level227
– dipstick
227
– intervals between changes, 
refer to Service 
requirements76
Engine output, refer to Engine 
data254
Engine speed, refer to Engine 
data254
Engine starting, refer to 
Starting the engine56 

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Instructions for navigation 
system, refer to Voice 
instructions142
Instrument cluster12
Instrument combination, refer 
to Instrument cluster12
Instrument lighting101
Instrument panel, refer to 
Cockpit10
Integrated key26
Integrated universal remote 
control107
Interactive map137
Interior lamps101
– remote control28
Interior motion sensor34
Interior rearview mirror49
– automatic dimming 
feature49
– compass109
Interlock, refer to Disengaging 
the remote control58
Intermittent mode of the 
wipers61
Intersection, entering, 
navigation132
iPod, connecting, refer to 
AUX-IN port173
iPod, connecting, refer to USB 
audio interface174
J
Jacking points244
Joystick, refer to iDrive16
Jumpering, refer to Jump-
starting247
Jump-starting247
K
Key, refer to Integrated key/
remote control26
Keyless go, refer to Comfort 
Access34
Keyless opening and closing, 
refer to Comfort Access34Key Memory, refer to Personal 
Profile26
Kickdown58
– automatic transmission with 
Steptronic58
Knock control203
L
Lamps
– automatic headlamp 
control97
– parking lamps/low beams97
Lamps and bulbs, replacing 
bulbs238
Lap-and-shoulder belt, refer 
to Safety belts47
Lashing eyes, refer to 
Securing cargo126
Last destinations134
LATCH child restraint fixing 
system52
Leather care235
LED Light-emitting 
diodes238
Length, refer to 
Dimensions255
License plate lamp, replacing 
bulb243
Light
– high-beam assistant99
Light-alloy wheels235
Light-emitting diodes 
LED238
Lighter113
– connecting electrical 
appliances113
Lighting
– instruments101
– lamps and bulbs238
– vehicle, refer to Lamps97
Light switch97
Limit, refer to Speed limit82
Load126
Load securing equipment, 
refer to Securing cargo126
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 assistant99
Low-beam headlamps97
– automatic97
– replacing bulbs239
Lower back support, refer to 
Lumbar support44
Luggage rack, refer to Roof-
mounted luggage rack127
Lumbar support44
M
M+S tires, refer to Winter 
tires224
Maintenance, refer to Service 
Booklet
Maintenance system231
Malfunction
– automatic transmission with 
Steptronic60
– tires89
– trunk lid32
Malfunction warnings, refer to 
Check Control80
Manual car wash234
Manual mode, automatic 
transmission with 
Steptronic59
Manual operation
– door lock30
– driver's door30
– fuel filler flap202
– glass roof38
– panorama glass roof40
– parking lock, automatic 
transmission60
– trunk lid32