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7.
Turn the controller: set the minutes.
8. Press the controller: the setting is 
accepted.
 The symbol on the automatic climate Control 
Display lights up.
 The symbol on the automatic climate Control 
Display flashes when the system has switched 
on.
The respective system is switched on 
within the next 24 hours only. After these 
have elapsed, it must be reactivated. <
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Vehicle equipment
In this chapter, all pr oduction, country, and 
optional equipment that is offered in the model 
range is described. For this reason, descrip-
tions will be given of some equipment that may 
not be available in a vehi cle, for example due to 
the special options or  national-market version 
selected. This also app lies to safety related 
functions and systems.
Integrated universal remote 
control
The concept
The Integrated universal remote control can be 
used to operate up to 3 functions of remote-
controlled devices such as garage door open-
ers or lighting systems.  The Integrated univer-
sal remote control thus replaces as many as 
three different hand-held  transmitters. To oper-
ate them, the buttons on  the interior rearview 
mirror must be programmed with the desired 
functions. Programming requires the hand-held 
transmitter for the respective device.
To prevent possible damage or injury, 
before programming  or using the inte-
grated universal remote control to operate a 
device, always inspect the immediate area to 
make certain that no people, animals or objects 
are within the pivoting or travel range of the 
device being operated.
Also follow the safety in structions supplied with 
the hand-held transmitter. <
For security reasons, ma ke sure to delete the 
stored functions before  selling the vehicle, refer 
to page 124.
Compatibility
If this symbol appears on the package 
or in the instructions supplied with the 
device to be operated, you can gener-
ally assume that the devi ce is compatible with 
the Integrated univer sal remote control.
For additional questions, please consult:
> Your BMW center.
> www.homelink.com on the Internet.
HomeLink is a registered trademark of Johnson 
Controls, Inc.
Controls on the interior rearview mirror
1 LED
2 Buttons
3 Hand-held transmitter, required for pro-
gramming.
Programming
General information
1.Switch on the ignition.
2. Initial operation:
Simultaneously hold down the right and left 
buttons on the inside mirror for approx. 
20 seconds until the LED on the inside mir-
ror flashes.
All programs of the bu ttons on the rearview 
mirror are deleted.
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3.
Hold the hand-held  transmitter of the 
device to be controlled approx. 1 in/2.5 cm 
to 3 in/8 cm away from the buttons on the 
inside mirror.
The required distance depends on the 
hand-held transmitter.
4. Simultaneously press  and hold the button 
of the desired function on the hand-held 
transmitter and the button to be pro-
grammed on the inside mirror.
The LED on the inside mirror will flash 
slowly at first.
5. As soon as the LED flashes rapidly, release 
both buttons. The rapid flashing indicates 
that the button on the inside mirror has 
been programmed.
If the LED does not flash rapidly within 
60 seconds, change the distance between 
the inside mirror and the hand-held trans-
mitter and repeat this step. This may 
require several attemp ts. Allow at least 
15 seconds between attempts.
6. To program additional functions on the 
other buttons of the inside mirror, repeat 
steps 3 through 5.
The buttons on the inside mirror can be used to 
operate the devices if the ignition is switched 
on.
Special procedure with alternating-
code systems
If the device fails to func tion even after repeated 
programming, check whether the device to be 
controlled uses an alte rnating-code system.
To do so, either read the instructions for the 
device or hold down the programmed button on 
the inside mirror. If the  LED on the inside mirror 
flashes quickly at first  and then remains lit for 
2 seconds, the device uses an alternating-code 
system. The LED flashes and lights up repeat-
edly for approx. 20 seconds.
In devices with an alternating-code system, the 
Integrated universal re mote control and the 
device must also be synchronized. For information about synchronizing can also 
be found in the operating instructions for the 
device to be set.
Programming will be easier with the aid of a 
second person.
Synchronizing:
1.
Park your vehicle with in the range of the 
remote-controlled device.
2. Program the Integrated universal remote 
control as described above.
3. Locate and press the  synchronization but-
ton on the device to be set. You have 
approx. 30 seconds to perform the next 
step.
4. Hold down the programmed button on the 
inside mirror for approx. 3 seconds and then 
release it. Repeat this  operation, up to three 
times if necessary,  to complete the syn-
chronization. If the  synchronization has 
succeeded, the programmed function is 
performed.
Reprogramming individual buttons
1. Switch on the ignition.
2. Hold the hand-held transmitter of the 
device to be controlled approx. 1 in/2.5 cm 
bis 3 in/8 cm away from the buttons on the 
inside mirror.
The required distance depends on the 
hand-held transmitter.
3. Press the desired button on the inside mir-
ror.
4. If the LED on the inside mirror flashes 
slowly after approx. 20 seconds, press the 
transmit key of the hand-held transmitter.
5. As soon as the LED flashes rapidly, release 
both buttons.
If the LED does not flash rapidly after 
approx. 60 seconds, alter the distance and 
repeat the step.
Canada: if the LED does not flash rapidly 
after approx. 60 seconds, alter the distance 
and repeat this step or, if the programming 
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Set the language
You can set the language of the display:
Press the adjustment button for approx. 
12-13 seconds. Press the adjustment button 
again briefly to switch between English "E" and 
German "O".
The setting is automatica lly saved after approx. 
10 seconds.
Coupe:
Roller sunblinds
Briefly press the button in the center console to 
raise or lower the roller sunblind.
Glove compartment
Opening
Pull the handle. 
The light in the glove compartment comes on.
To prevent injury in the event of an acci-
dent while th e vehicle is being driven, 
close the glove compartment immediately after 
use. <
Closing
Fold the cover up.
Locking
To lock the glove compartment, use the inte-
grated key of the remote control, refer to 
page 30.
Convertible: when you lock the vehicle from the 
outside, the glove comp artment is locked as 
well.
USB interface for data transmission
Port for importing and exporting data on USB 
devices, e.g. music collections, refer to 
page 189.
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 in terface to recharge 
external devices.
Center armrest
Storage compartment
The center armrest between the front seats 
contains either a compar tment or the cover for 
the snap-in adapter, depending on the equip-
ment version.
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Cupholders
Use lightweight and shatterproof contain-
ers and do not transp ort hot beverages; 
otherwise, there is an incr eased risk of injury in 
the event of the accident. Do not force contain-
ers that are too large into the cupholders; other-
wise, damage could result. <
Front
Opening
Briefly press the center of the cover.
Closing
Briefly press the cover in the center and push in 
the cupholder.
Coupe: rear
There are two additional cupholders in the rear 
center armrest.
Press the front of the armrest.
Convertible: rear
There are two additional cupholders in the rear 
console.
Press the button to open.
Before folding down the rear seat back-
rest or using the transport bag, remove all 
containers from the cupholder and close it. Do 
not place objects into the cupholder and use 
force to close it. Do not use the cupholder as a 
grab handle. <
Ashtray
Opening
Push the ridge on the cover.
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Emptying
Lift out the insert.
Lighter
With the engine running or the ignition switched 
on, press in the cigarette lighter.
The lighter can be pulled ou
t 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. 
When leaving the car, always remove the 
remote control so that children cannot operate 
the cigarette lighter and burn themselves. <
Connecting electrical 
appliances
In your BMW, when the engine is running or the 
ignition is switched on, you can use electrical 
devices such as a hand lamp, car vacuum 
cleaner, etc. if at least one of the following sock-
ets is available.
The total load of all sockets should not exceed 
140 watts at 12 volts.
Avoid damaging the sockets by attempting to 
insert plugs of unsuitable shape or size.
Do not connect battery  chargers to the 
sockets built into the vehicle at the plant; 
doing so may damage the vehicle. <
Cigarette lighter socket
To access the socket: take the cigarette lighter 
out of the socket.
Socket in the front passenger footwell
A socket is located under the glove compart-
ment on the left.
Socket in the center armrest
External audio device, refer to page 127.
Coupe: socket in cargo area
Open the cap.
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Through-loading system
Opening
1.To release the rear seat backrest, pull the 
corresponding lever  in the cargo area.
2. The unlocked rear seat backrest moves for-
ward slightly. Fold th e backrest forward by 
the head restraint.
Closing
Return the rear seat back rest to its upright posi-
tion and engage it.
When returning the backrest to its seating 
position, make sure th at the seat's lock-
ing mechanism engages properly. Otherwise, 
cargo could be thrown around in the event of 
sharp braking or swervi ng and endanger the 
occupants. <
The lashing eyes in the  cargo area provide you 
with a way to attach ca rgo area nets or draw 
straps for securing suitcases and luggage, refer 
to page 143.
Convertible:
Cargo loading
Enlarging the cargo area
When the hardtop is closed you can enlarge the 
cargo area:
To do so, push the cargo area partition upward.
Before opening the hardtop, push the cargo 
area partition down until it engages on both 
sides.
Before moving the ha rdtop, ensure that 
there are no objects on or next to the 
cargo area partition; otherwise, parts of the 
hardtop may be damaged. Do not exceed the 
maximum loading height; re fer to the sticker in 
the cargo area showing a line indicating the 
maximum height. Do not use force to push 
down the cargo area partition. <
The retractable hard top can only be 
opened if the cargo area  partition is in its 
lowermost position and engaged on both 
sides. <
Folding down the rear seat backrest
Opening
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You can fold down the rear seat backrest to 
transport light objects in
 the rear without dam-
aging the seats. Depending on the vehicle 
equipment, the mounting points for the cargo 
area net are found on the rear panel of the back-
rest. To unlock the rear seat backrest: press the 
button on the driver's or the opposite side.
Closing
Return the rear seat backrest to the upright 
seating position and engage it.
When returning the backrest to its seating 
position, make sure th at the seat's lock-
ing mechanism engages properly. Otherwise, 
cargo could be thrown around in the event of 
sharp braking or swerving and endanger the 
occupants. <
Bag holder
W h e n  t h e  r e a r  s e a t  b a c k r e s t  i s  f o l d e d  d o w n ,  y o u  
will find two bag holders  on the cargo area wall:
1. Fold open the holder by pressing the but-
ton.
2. Press the handles of the bag onto the 
holder from above.
Only hang light shopping bags or other 
suitable objects from the holders; other-
wise, braking maneuvers and swerving, for 
example, may lead to a  safety hazard due to 
objects flying about  the passenger compart-
ment. Only transport heavy luggage in the 
cargo area if it has been appropriately 
secured. <
For more information on loading the vehicle, 
refer to page 141.
Storage compartment  behind the rear 
seat backrest
A storage compartment is  located behind the 
rear seat backrest. To access the storage com-
partment: remove the insert or fold down the 
rear seat backrest.
When the rear seat backrest is folded 
down or the insert has been removed, 
only transport small light objects in the storage 
compartment; otherwise, braking maneuvers 
and swerving, for example, may lead to a safety 
hazard due to objects flying about the passen-
ger compartment. Only  transport heavy lug-
gage in the cargo area if  it has been appropri-
ately secured. <
Storage compartments inside 
the cargo area
Coupe
Depending on your vehicle's equipment, the 
following storage spaces can be found in the 
cargo area:
>Left storage compartment, e.g. for storing a 
box of cleaning tissues or up to 12 CD jack-
ets, depending on vehicle equipment ver-
sion
> Net for securing smaller objects, to be 
attached to the mounts  on the floor panel
> Hooks for hanging up, e.g., shopping bags 
or tote bags
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