CD/multimediaVehicle 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.
Controls1Change the entertainment source2CD/DVD drive3Eject CD/DVD4Change station/track5Programmable memory buttons6Volume, on/off
Sound output
Switching on/off
When the ignition is switched off: press ON/OFF
button on the radio.
Muting
When the ignition is switched on or the engine
is running: press the ON/OFF button on the
radio.
CD/DVD
Playback
Loading the CD/DVD player
Insert the CD/DVD with the printed side up.
Playback begins automatically.
Reading can take a few minutes with com‐
pressed audio files.
Starting playback
A CD/DVD is located in the CD/DVD player or
DVD changer.1."CD/Multimedia"2."CD/DVD"3.Select the desired CD or DVD.SymbolMeaning CD/DVD player ... DVD changer
Playable formats
▷DVD: DVD-ROM, DVD-R, DVD+R, DVD-
RW, DVD+RW, DVD-R DL, DVD+R DL, DVD
audio (video part only), DVD video.▷CD-ROM, CD-R, CD-RW, CD-DA, VCD,
SVCD.▷Compressed audio files: MP3, WMA, AAC,
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3."Additional options"4."Zoom mode"
Selecting a track
DVD video:
1.Turn the controller when the DVD menu is
displayed.2.Open "Options".3."Additional options"4."Select title"5.Select the desired track.
VCD/SVCD:
1. "Select track"2.Select the desired track.
Selecting the camera angle
The availability of a different camera angle de‐
pends on the DVD and the current DVD track.
1.Turn the controller during playback.2.Open "Options".3."Additional options"4."Viewing angle"5.Select the desired camera angle.
Opening the main menu, back
These functions are not contained on every
DVD. Therefore, they may not be available for
use.
DVD changer
In the glove compartment
Pull the handle.
Controls and displays
1Empty DVD compartments2LED on DVD slot3Buttons for DVD compartments4DVD slot5Load DVD compartments
Loading the DVD compartments
individually
1. Press the button once.
The LED on the first empty compartment
flashes.2.Select another compartment if necessary.3.Wait for the LEDs on the DVD slot to flash.4.Insert a single CD or DVD in the middle.
The CD/DVD is drawn in automatically and
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Sliding in CDs/DVDs
Do not insert the CD/DVD until the LEDs
on the DVD slot are flashing; otherwise, the CD/
DVD or the DVD changer could be damaged.
Do not continue to push on the CD/DVD; this
may cause it to jam and prevent it from being
able to eject again.◀
Loading all empty DVD compartments1. Press the button once and hold it
down.
The LEDs on the empty CD compartments
flash.2.Wait for the LEDs on the DVD slot to begin
flashing and then insert each CD or DVD into
the center of the slot.
The CDs/DVDs are drawn in automatically
and placed into the empty compartments.
Sliding in CDs/DVDs
Do not insert the CD/DVD until the LEDs
on the DVD slot are flashing; otherwise, the CD/
DVD or the DVD changer could be damaged.
Do not continue to push on the CD/DVD; this
may cause it to jam and prevent it from being
able to eject again.◀
After they are inserted, it may take several mi‐
nutes for the CDs/DVDs to be read in.
Removing a single CD/DVD
1. Press the button once.2.Select the DVD compartment.
The CD/DVD is partially ejected.3.Remove the CD/DVD.
Removing all CDs/DVDs
1. Press the button once and hold it down.2.Remove the CDs/DVDs.Cancelling a function
Filling the DVD compartments or removing CDs/
DVDs can be canceled.
Press the corresponding button.▷▷
Malfunctions
If the LEDs on the DVD slot and on the com‐
partments are flashing rapidly, a malfunction has
occurred.
To eliminate the malfunction:
1.Press one of the following buttons:▷▷
The CD/DVD last inserted is ejected.
2.Remove the CD/DVD.
The DVD changer is functional again after the
LEDs stop flashing rapidly.
Audio playback
The audio track of a DVD can be played back
even if video playback is not possible in the ve‐
hicle.
Only the main film without the previews or extras
can be played back.
Starting playback
A DVD is located in the DVD changer.
1."CD/Multimedia"2."CD/DVD"3.Select the desired DVD.
Selecting a chapter using the button
Press the button repeatedly until the
desired chapter is played.
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Selecting a chapter using iDrive1."CD/Multimedia"2."CD/DVD"3.Select the desired DVD.4.Select the desired chapter.
Fast forward/reversePress and hold the button.
Selecting the language
The languages that are available depend on the
DVD.
1."CD/Multimedia"2."CD/DVD"3.Select the desired DVD.4.Open "Options".5."Audio/language"6.Select the desired language.
Notes
CD/DVD player and changer Do not remove the cover
BMW CD/DVD players and changers are
officially designated Class 1 laser products. Do
not operate if the cover is damaged; otherwise,
severe eye damage may occur.◀
CDs and DVDs Use of CDs/DVDs
▷Do not use self-recorded CDs/DVDs
with labels applied, as these can be‐
come detached during playback due
to heat buildup and can cause irrepar‐
able damage to the device.▷Only use round CDs/DVDs with a standard
diameter of 4.7 in/12 cm and do not play
CDs/DVDs with an adapter, e.g., single CDs;
otherwise, the CDs or the adapter may jam
and no longer eject.▷Do not use combined CDs/DVDs, e.g., DVD
Plus, as the CDs/DVDs can jam and will no
longer eject.◀
General malfunctions
▷CD/DVD changers and players have been
optimized for performance in vehicles. In
some instances they may be more sensitive
to faulty CDs/DVDs than stationary devices
would be.▷If a CD/DVD cannot be played, first check
whether it has been inserted correctly.
Humidity
High levels of humidity can lead to condensation
on the CD/DVD or the laser's scan lens, and
temporarily prevent playback.
Malfunctions involving individual CDs/
DVDs
If malfunctions occur only with particular CDs/
DVDs, this can be due to one of the following
causes:
Home-recorded CDs/DVDs
▷Possible reasons for malfunctions with
home-recorded CDs/DVDs are inconsistent
data creation or recording processes, or
poor quality or old age of the blank CD/DVD.▷Only label CDs/DVDs on the upper side with
a pen intended for this purpose.
Damage
▷Avoid fingerprints, dust, scratches and
moisture.▷Store CDs/DVDs in a sleeve.▷Do not subject CDs/DVDs to temperatures
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Convertible top, emergencyoperation 46
Convertible top, rollover pro‐ tection system 98
Convertible top tool 46
Coolant 254
Coolant temperature 81
Cooling function 127
Cooling, maximum 127
Cooling system 254
Corrosion on brake discs 144
Cruise control 110
Cruising range 82
Cupholder 136
Current fuel consumption 83
Current location, storing 154
Customer Relations 232
D
Damage, tires 244
Damper control 108
Damper Control, Elec‐ tronic 108
Data, technical 274
Date 82
Daytime running lights 91
Defrosting, refer to Windows, defrosting 126
Dehumidifying, air 127
Destination distance 86
Destination guidance 160
Destination guidance with in‐ termediate destinations 159
Destination input, naviga‐ tion 152
Differential lock 108
Digital clock 81
Digital radio 176
Digital speed 82
Digital tachometer 82
Dimensions 274
Dimmable exterior mirrors 58
Dimmable interior rearview mirror 58 Direction indicator, refer to
Turn signals 74
Display in windshield 122
Display lighting, refer to Instru‐ ment lighting 93
Displays 77
Displays, cleaning 271
Disposal, coolant 254
Disposal, vehicle battery 261
Distance control, refer to PDC 112
Distance to destination 86
Divided screen view, split screen 20
Door lock, refer to Remote control 30
Doors, Automatic Soft Clos‐ ing 38
Double-clutch transmis‐ sion 68
Drivelogic 70
Drive mode 69
Drive-off assistant 106
Drive-off assistant, refer to DSC 106
Driving Dynamics Control 73
Driving Dynamics System 83
Driving dynamics, system states 83
Driving instructions, breaking in 142
Driving notes, general 142
Driving on racetracks 141
Driving program, refer to Drivelogic 70
Driving stability control sys‐ tems 106
Driving tips 142
DSC Dynamic Stability Con‐ trol 106
DVD/CD 183
DVD/CD notes 189
DVD changer 187
DVD settings 186
DVDs, storing 190
DVD, video 185 Dynamic destination guid‐
ance 167
Dynamic Stability Control DSC 106
E
EDC, Electronic Damper Con‐ trol 108
Electronic Damper Control EDC 108
Electronic displays, instru‐ ment cluster 78
Electronic Stability Program ESP, refer to DSC 106
Emergency detection, remote control 31
Emergency operation, convertible top 46
Emergency release, door lock 37
Emergency release, fuel filler flap 238
Emergency Request 263
Emergency service, refer to Roadside Assistance 264
Emergency start function, en‐ gine start 31
Emergency unlocking, trunk lid 39
Energy Control 83
Energy recovery 83
Engine, automatic Start/Stop function 65
Engine, automatic switch- off 65
Engine compartment 250
Engine compartment, working in 250
Engine coolant 254
Engine oil 252
Engine oil, adding 252
Engine oil additives 253
Engine oil change 253
Engine oil filler neck 252
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