
Instrument cluster
1
Fuel gauge  75
2 Speedometer
3 Indicator/warning lamps  14
4 Tachometer  76
5 Engine oil temperature   766
External temperature  76
7 Electronic displays  16
8 Miles, trip miles  77
9 Clock  80
10 Reset miles  77
Indicator/warning lamps
Instrument cluster The indicator and warning lamps can light up in
a variety of combinations and colors.
Several of the lamps are checked for proper
functioning 
when the engine is started or the ig‐
nition is switched on, and light up briefly in the
process. Overview: indicator/warning lamps Symbol Function or system
Turn signal
Parking brake
Parking brake in Canadian models
Automatic Hold*
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White arrows pointing to the left or right indicate
that additional panels can be opened.
View of an opened menu
When 
a menu is opened, it generally opens with
the panel that was last selected in that menu. To
display the first panel of a menu:
▷ Move the controller to the left repeatedly
until the first panel is displayed.
▷ Press the menu button on the controller
twice.
Opening the Options menu Press the button.
The "Options" menu is displayed. Additional options: move the controller to the
right 
repeatedly until the "Options" menu is dis‐
played.
Options menu
The "Options" menu consists of various areas:
▷ Screen settings, e.g., "Split screen".
This area remains unchanged.
▷ Control options for the selected main menu,
e.g., for "Radio".
▷ If applicable, further operating options for
the selected menu, e.g., 
"Store station".
Changing settings
1. Select a field. 2.
Turn the controller until the desired setting
is displayed. 3.
Press the controller.
Activating/deactivating the functions
Several menu items are preceded by a check‐
box. It indicates whether the function is acti‐
vated or deactivated. Selecting the menu item
activates or deactivates the function.   The function is activated.
  The function is deactivated.
Example: setting the clock
Setting the clock
1.   Press the button. The main menu is
displayed.
2. Turn the controller until "Settings" is high‐
lighted, and then press the controller. 3.
If necessary, move the controller to the left
to display "Time/Date"
.
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Displays
Instrument cluster
At a glance
1
Fuel gauge
2 Speedometer
3 Indicator/warning lamps
4 Tachometer
5 Oil temperature 6
External temperature
7 Electronic displays
8 Miles, trip miles
9 Clock
10 Display/reset miles
Fuel gauge The vehicle inclination may
cause the display to vary.
Notes on refueling, refer to
page 242.
Range After the reserve range is
reached:
▷A Check Control message is
displayed briefly. ▷
The remaining range is
shown on the computer.
▷ When a dynamic driving style is used, such
as when corners are taken rapidly, engine
functions are not ensured.
The Check Control message appears continu‐
ously below a range of approx. 30 miles/50 km.
Refuel promptly
Refuel no later than at a range 30 miles/
50 
km, or engine functions are not ensured and
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Safety
Airbags
1
Front airbag, driver
2 Front airbag, front passenger
3 Head airbag 4
Side airbag
5 Knee airbags
Front airbags
Front airbags help protect the driver and front
passenger by responding to frontal impacts in
which safety belts alone cannot provide ade‐
quate restraint.
Side airbags
In a lateral impact, the side airbag supports the
side of the body in the chest and lap area.
In a lateral impact, the side airbag supports the
side 
of the body in the chest, lap, and head area.
Head airbags
In a lateral impact, the head airbag supports the
head. Knee airbag
The knee airbag supports the legs in a frontal
impact.
Protective action
Airbags are not triggered in every impact situa‐
tion, e.g., in less severe accidents or rear-end
collisions.
Information on how to ensure the optimal
protective effect of the airbags
▷ Keep at a distance from the airbags.
▷ Always grasp the steering wheel on the
steering wheel rim, holding your hands at
the 
3 o'clock and 9 o'clock positions, to keep
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Refueling
Fuel cap
Opening
1.
Briefly press the rear edge of the fuel filler
flap. 2.
Turn the fuel cap counterclockwise. 3.
Place the fuel cap in the bracket attached to
the fuel filler flap. Closing
1.
Fit the cap and turn it clockwise until you
clearly hear a click.
2. Close the fuel filler flap. Do not pinch the retaining strap
Do not pinch the retaining strap attached
to the cap; otherwise, the cap cannot be closed
properly and fuel vapors can escape.
A message is displayed if the cap is loose or
missing.◀
Manually unlocking fuel filler flap
In the event of an electrical malfunction, for ex‐
ample. Pull the green knob with the fuel pump symbol.
This releases the fuel filler flap.
Observe the following when
refueling
The fuel tank is full when the filler nozzle clicks
off the first time.
Handling fuels
Obey 
safety regulations posted at the gas
station.◀
Fuel tank capacity
Gasoline engine Fuel tank capacity: approx.
21.6 US gal/82 liters.
Refuel promptly
Refuel below a range of 30 miles/50 km;
otherwise, engine functions are not ensured and
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Checking
1.
Let the engine cool.
2. Turn the cap of the coolant reservoir slightly
counterclockwise 
to allow any excess pres‐
sure to dissipate, and then open it. 3.
The coolant level is correct if it lies between
the minimum and maximum marks in the
filler neck. 4.
If the coolant is low, slowly add coolant up to
the specified level; do not overfill.
5. Turn the cap until there is an audible click.
6. Have the cause of the coolant loss elimi‐
nated as soon as possible.
Disposal Comply 
 with the relevant environmental
protection regulations when disposing
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Assist Response Center may still be able to
hear you.
Initiating an Emergency Request
automatically
Under certain conditions, an Emergency Re‐
quest is automatically initiated immediately after
a severe accident. Automatic Collision Notifica‐
tion is not affected by pressing the SOS button.
Warning triangle* The warning triangle is located in the container
on the inside of the trunk lid.
Unscrew the wing nut to open.
First aid kit*
The first aid kit is located in the container on the
inside of the trunk lid.
Unscrew the wing nut to open.
Some of the articles have a limited service life.
Check the expiration dates of the contents reg‐
ularly and replace any items promptly. Roadside Assistance
Service availability
Roadside Assistance can be reached around the
clock in many countries. You can obtain assis‐
tance there in the event of a vehicle breakdown.
Roadside Assistance
The Roadside Assistance, refer to page 
235
phone number can be viewed on the iDrive or a
connection to Roadside Assistance* can be es‐
tablished directly.
Jump starting
Notes
If the battery is discharged, an engine can be
started using the battery of another vehicle and
two jumper cables. Only use jumper cables with
fully insulated clamp handles.
To prevent personal injury or damage to both
vehicles, adhere strictly to the following proce‐
dure.
Do not touch live parts
To avoid the risk of potentially fatal injury,
always avoid all contact with electrical compo‐
nents while the engine is running.◀
Preparation
1. Check whether the battery of the other ve‐
hicle has a voltage of 12 volts. This informa‐
tion can be found on the battery.
2. Switch off the engine of the assisting vehi‐
cle.
3. Switch off any electronic systems/power
consumers in both vehicles.
Bodywork contact between vehicles
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Battery replacement, audio re‐
mote control 198 
Battery replacement, remote control, rear entertain‐
ment 200 
Battery replacement, vehicle battery  265 
Battery replacement, vehicle remote control 32 
Battery, vehicle 265 
Before entering the car wash 271 
Belts, safety belts  53 
Beverage holder, cu‐ pholder 140 
Blinds, sun protection 45 
Bluetooth audio 194 
BMW Apps  238 
BMW Apps, video play‐ back 193 
BMW Assist 234 
BMW EfficientDynamics, refer to Saving fuel  148 
BMW homepage  6 
BMW Internet page  6 
BMW Maintenance Sys‐ tem 258 
BMW Online 236 
Bottle holder, refer to Cu‐ pholder 140 
Brake assistant 98 
Brake assistant, adaptive  98 
Brake discs, breaking in  144 
Brake force display  97 
Brake lamps, brake force dis‐ play  97 
Brake lamps, bulb replace‐ ment 263 
Brake lights, adaptive  97 
Brake pads, breaking in  144 
Braking, notes 145 
Breakdown assis‐ tance 266, 267 
Breaking in 144 
Brightness of Control Dis‐ play  81 
Bulb replacement  260 
Bulb replacement, front  261 Bulb replacement, rear 
263 
Bulbs and lamps  260 
Button, RES 107 
Button, Start/Stop 65 
Bypassing, refer to starting aid  267 
C
Calendar  228 
California Proposition 65 Warning 7 
Camera, backup camera  118 
Camera, care 273 
Camera, Side View  119 
Camera, Top View  120 
Can holder, refer to Cu‐ pholder 140 
Car battery  265 
Car care products 272 
Care, displays  273 
Care, vehicle 272 
Cargo 146 
Cargo area lid  39 
Cargo area, storage compart‐ ments 140 
Cargo straps, securing cargo 147 
Car key, refer to Remote con‐ trol 32 
Carpet, care  273 
Car wash 271 
Catalytic converter, refer to Hot exhaust system 144 
CBS Condition Based Serv‐ ice 258 
CD/DVD  179 
CD/DVD player, rear  199, 204 
CDs, storing 186 
Cell phone  212 
Center armrest 139 
Center console 17 
Central locking system  35 
Central 
screen, refer to Control
Display  19 
Changes, technical, refer to Safety 7 
Changing parts  260  Changing wheels/tires 250 
Check Control 82 
Children, seating position  61 
Children, transporting safely 61 
Child restraint fixing sys‐ tem 61 
Child restraint fixing system LATCH 62 
Child restraint fixing systems, mounting 61 
Child-safety locks 64 
Child seat, mounting  61 
Child seats  61 
Chrome parts, care 272 
Cigarette lighter  134 
Cleaning, displays  273 
Climate control  125 
Climate control on head‐ liner 130 
Climate control wind‐ shield 145 
Clock 77 
Closing/opening from in‐ side 39 
Closing/opening via door lock 38 
Closing/opening with remote control 36 
Clothes hooks 140 
Collision warning 110 
Combination instrument  14 
Combination 
instrument, elec‐
tronic displays 16 
Combination switch, refer to Turn signals 70 
Combination switch, refer to Wiper system 70 
Comfort Access 42 
COMFORT program, Dynamic Driving Control 103 
Computer 77 
Concierge service 235 
Condensation on win‐ dows 126 
Condensation under the vehi‐ cle 146 
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