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Giving and receiving assistance
Mobility
Use only the tow fitting provided with the 
vehicle and screw it a
ll the way in. Use the 
tow fitting for towing on paved roads only. Avoid 
lateral loading of the tow fitting, e.g. do not lift 
the vehicle by the tow  fitting. Otherwise, the 
tow fitting and the vehicle could be damaged. <
Access to screw thread
Rectangular cover panel in bumper:
Press the arrow on the cover.
Front
Rear
Being towed
Make sure that the ignition is switched on, 
refer to page61; otherwise, the low-beam 
headlamps, tail lamps, turn  signal indicators and 
windshield wipers may be  unavailable. There is 
no power assist while the engine is off. Thus, 
braking and steering will require increased 
effort. Active steering is  not active and it will be 
necessary to tu rn the steering wheel further. <
Manual transmission
Gearshift lever in neutral position.
Automatic transmission
Selector lever in position N.
Changing selector lever position, refer to 
page 64.
Do not exceed a towing speed of 45 mph/
70 km/h and a towing distance of 
90 miles/150 km; otherwise, the automatic 
transmission may be damaged. <
Sport automatic transmission with 
double clutch
Make sure that the parking lock P is not 
engaged; otherwise, the rear wheels are 
immobilized. 
When using the car wash  function, refer to 
page 240, make sure that after approx. 
30 minutes, the parking lock P is automatically 
engaged and thus immobilizes the rear wheels.
In the event of an electrical malfunction or if the 
vehicle must be towed for more than approx. 
20 minutes, unlock the  parking lock manually, 
refer to page 69.<
When towing, do not exceed a maximum 
speed of 30 mph or 50 km/h and a maxi-
mum distance traveled of 30 miles/50 km; oth-
erwise, the transmission may be damaged. <
Towing methods
Do not lift the vehicle by a tow fitting or 
body and chassis parts; otherwise, 
damage may result. <
With a tow bar
The towing vehicle must not be lighter 
than the towed vehicle;  otherwise, it may 
be impossible to maintain control.<
The tow fittings used sh ould be on the same 
side on both vehicles. Should it prove impossi-
ble to avoid mounting the tow bar at an angle, 
please observe the following:
> Clearance and maneuvering capability will 
be sharply limited during cornering.
> The tow bar will ge nerate lateral forces if it is 
attached offset.
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Reference
Connecting an MP3 player, 
refer to AUX-In 
connection 177
Connecting an MP3 player,  refer to USB audio 
interface 178
Connecting vacuum cleaner,  refer to Connecting 
electrical appliances 117
Consumption, refer to  Average fuel 
consumption 77
Contacts 202
– deleting 204,211
– exporting/importing 211
– new contact 203
Control Center, refer to  iDrive 20
Control Display 20,21
Control Display, refer to iDrive
– switching on/off 21
Controller, refer to iDrive 20
Controls and displays 12
Convenient opening and  closing
– windows 34
– windows with Comfort  Access 40
– with Comfort Access 40
Convenient start, refer to  Starting the engine 62
Convertible
– rollover protection  system 99
– top 44
– wind deflector 47
Convertible top
– convenient opening 34
Convertible top care 242
Coolant 235
– checking level 236
– filling 236
Coolant temperature 236
Cooling, maximum 107Cooling fluid, refer to 
Coolant 235
Corner-illuminating  lamps 102
Cornering light, refer to 
Adaptive Light Control 101
Courtesy lamps 104
Criteria for route 143
Cross-hairs in  navigation139
Cruise control 73
Cruising range 77
Cupholders 116
Curb weight, refer to  Weights 259
Current fuel consumption 77
Cu rrent playback
– e
xternal devices 180
– in music collection 174
Customer Relations 215
D
Dashboard, refer to 
Cockpit 12
Dashboard lighting, refer to 
Instrument lighting 104
Data, technical
– capacities 259
– dimensions 258
– weights 259
Data memory 7
Data transfer 216
Date
– setting 84
– setting format 84
Daytime running lights, switch  positions 101
DBC Dynamic Brake  Control 89
Deactivating front passenger 
airbags 97
Deadlocking, refer to  Locking 34 Defect
– door lock
36
– fuel filler flap 221
Defining a home address 203
Defogging windows 109
Defrosting windows 109
Defrosting windows and  removing condensation 109
Defrosting windshield, refer to  Defrosting windows 109
Defrost position, refer to 
Defrosting windows 109
Destination, entering by town/ city name 134
Destination address
– entering 134,140
Destination entry via BMW  Assist 139
Destination for navigation
– entering by voice 140
– entering via map 139
– entry 134
– home address 137
– manual entry 134
Destination guidance 143
– bypassing a route  section 144
– changing specified 
route 143
– continuing 143
– starting 143
– voice instructions 145
– volume of voice  instructions 145
Differential, breaking in 124
Digital clock 75,82
Digital compass 113
Digital radio, refer to HD  Radio 159
Dime nsion
s258
Directional indicators, refer to  Turn signals 71
Direction instructions, refer to 
Voice instructions 145
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Directory for navigation, refer 
to Address book 136
Display, refer to Control  Display 20
Displaying contact 
pictures 203
Display lighting, refer to  Instrument lighting 104
Displays, refer to Instrument  cluster 14
Displays and controls 12
Disposal
– of coolant 235
– remote control battery 42
– vehicle battery 249
Distance, refer to 
Computer 78
Distance remaining to service,  refer to Service 
requirements 80
Distance to destination, refer  to Computer 78
Distance warning, refer to  Park Distance Control 
PDC 88
Door key, refer to Integrated  key/remote control 32
Door lock 36
Door lock, confirmation  signals 35
Doors, manual operation 36
DOT Quality Grades 228
Draft-free ventilation 109
Drinks holders, refer to 
Cupholders 116
Drive mode 68
Drive-off assistance, refer to 
DSC 89
Drive-off assistant 90
Driving dynamics control 69
Driving lamps, refer to Parking  lamps/low beams 100
Driving notes 124
Driving off on hills, refer to  Drive-off assistant 90Driving stability control 
systems 89
Driving through water 126
Driving tips, refer to Driving  notes 124
Dry air, refer to Air  conditioning 109
DSC Dynamic Stability 
Control 89
DTC Dynamic Traction  Control 90
– indicator lamps 90
DVD
– country codes 168
– settings 169
– video playback 168
DVD menu 169
DVD player, refer to CD  player 166
DVD video 168
D y
namic Brake Control 
DBC 89
Dynamic destination  guidance 149
Dynamic Stability Control 
DSC 89
Dynamic Traction Control  DTC 90
– indicator lamps 90
E
EBV Electronic brake-force 
distribution 89
Eject button, see buttons on  the CD/DVD player 154
Electrical defect
– 7-gear Sport automatic  transmission with double 
clutch 69
Electrical malfunction
– door lock 36
– fuel filler flap 221
Electronic brake-force  distribution EBV 89Electronic oil level check
233
Electronic Stability Program 
ESP, refer to Dynamic 
Stability Control DSC 89
E-mail 206
Emergency operation, refer to  Manual operation
– door lock 36
– fuel filler flap 221
– transmission lock, automatic  transmission 66
Emergency release, trunk  lid 38
Emergency Request 250
Emergency services, refer to  Roadside Assistance 251
Energy, saving
– saving fuel 124
Engine
– breaking in 124
– starting 62
– starting, Comfort Access 40
– switching off 63
Engine compartment 232
Engine coolant, refer to 
Coolant 235
Engine oil
– adding 235
– additives 235
– alternative oil types 235
– approved engine oils 235
– BMW Maintenance  System 237
– checking level 233
– intervals between changes,  refer to Service 
requirements 80
Engine oil level, checking 233
Engine starting, refer to  Starting the engine 62
Entering the postal code for  navigation 135
Entry map for destination 139
Equalizer, tone control 155
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Reference
ESP Electronic Stability 
Program, refer to Dynamic 
Stability Control DSC 89
Exhaust system, refer to Hot  exhaust system 126
Exterior mirrors 55
– adjusting 55
– automatic dimming 
feature 56
– automatic heating 56
– folding in and out 55
External devices 177
– random sequence 180
Eyes
– for tow-starting and towing  away 252
– for tying down loads 128
F
Failure messages, refer to 
Check Control 84
Failure of an electrical  consumer 249
False alarm, refer to Avoiding 
unintentional alarms 40
Fastening safety belts, refer to  Safety belts 54
Fastest route for  navigation 143
Fast forward
– CD player 168
Filter of automatic climate  control, refer to Microfilter/
activated charcoal filter 109
First aid pouch 251
Fixture for remote control, 
refer to Ignition lock 61
Flash when locking/ unlocking 35
Flat tire
– run-flat tires 231
– tire pressure monitor 
TPM 92 Flat Tire Monitor FTM
91
– indicating a flat tire 92
– initializing the system 91
– system limits 91
Flat tires, refer to Tire 
condition 229
FM, waveband 157
Fog lamps 103
– indicator lamp 15,104
Footwell lamps 104
For your own safety 5
Free memory capacity, music  collection 176
Front airbags 97
Front seat adjustment 50
Frost on windows, refer to 
Defrosting windows 109
FTM, refer to Flat Tire  Monitor 91
Fuel 221
– gauge 76
– high-quality brands 221
– quality 221
– specifications 221
– tank contents, refer to 
Capacities 259
Fuel clock, refer to Fuel  gauge 76
Fuel consumption indicator,  refer to Average fuel 
consumption 77
Fuel consumption statistics,  refer to Average fuel 
consumption 77
Fuel display, refer to Fuel  gauge 76
Fuel filler flap 220
– releasing in the event of  electrical malfunction 221
Fuses 249
G
Garage door opener, refer to 
Integrated universal remote 
control 111 Gasoline, refer to Required 
fuel 221
Gasoline display, refer to Fuel  gauge 76
Gas station 
recommendations 145
Gear indicator, automatic  transmission 64
Gear shifting
– automatic transmission 64
– manual transmission 64
Gearshift lever 67
– automatic transmission with  Steptronic 64
– manual transmission 64
General driving notes 125
Glass roof, electric 43
– convenient opening and  closing with Comfort 
Access 40
– opening, closing 43
– pinch protection system 44
– remote control 34
– tilting 43
Glove compartment 115
GPS navigation, refer to  Navigation system 132
Grills, refer to Air vents 106
Gross vehicle weight, refer to  Weights 259
H
Halogen lamps
– replacing bulbs 244
Handbrake, refer to Parking  brake 63
Hands-free system 197
Hands-free system, refer to  Microphone for hands-free 
mode 16
Hazard warning flashers 16
HD Radio 159
Head airbags 97
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Headlamp control, 
automatic 100
Headlamp cover 244
Headlamp flasher 71
– indicator lamp 15
Headlamps
– replacing bulbs 244
Head Light, refer to Adaptive 
Light Control 101
Head restraints 52
Heated
– seats 54
– steering wheel 57
Heated mirrors 56
Heating
– mirrors 56
– seats 54
– steering wheel 57
Heating, rear window 109
Heating and ventilation 106
Heavy loads, refer to Stowing  cargo 128
Height, refer to  Dimensions 258
Height adjustment
– steering wheel 57
High-beam Assistant 102
High beams 102
– indicator lamp 15
– replacing bulbs 244
High beams and low beams, 
automatic, refer to High-
beam Assistant 102
High-pressure washer 239
High water, refer to Driving  through water 126
Highways, refer to Route 
criteria 143
Hills 127
Holders for cups 116
Hood 232
Hot exhaust system 126
Hydraulic brake assist, refer to 
Dynamic Brake Control 89
Hydroplaning 126I
IBOC, refer to HD radio 159
Ice warning, refer to Outside  temperature warning 75
Identification marks
– tire coding 228
iDrive 20
– adjusting brightness 87
– changing date and time 83
– changing language 87
– menu guidance 21
– operating principle 20
– status information 23
Ignition 62
– switched off 62
– switched on 62
Ignition key, refer to  Integrated key/remote 
control 32
Ignition key position 1, refer to  Radio readiness 61
Ignition key position 2, refer to  Ignition on 62
Ignition lock 61
Incoming call 193
Indicator and warning  lamps 15
– tire pressure monitor  TPM 94
Individual settings, refer to 
Personal Profile 32
Inflation pressure monitoring,  refer to Tire Pressure 
Monitor TPM 92
Initializing
– compass, refer to 
Calibrating 114
– radio, refer to Storing  stations 158
– refer to Setting the time and  date 83
Initializing, Flat Tire Monitor 
FTM 91 Instructions for navigation 
system, refer to Voice 
instructions 145
Instrument cluster 14
Instrument combination, refer 
to Instrument cluster 14
Instrument lighting 104
Integrated key 32
Integrated universal remote  control 111
Interactive map 139
Interior lamps 104
– remote control 35
Interior motion sensor 39
Interior rearview mirror 56
– automatic dimming 
feature 56
– compass 113
Intermittent mode of the 
wipers 72
Intersection, entering, 
navigation 135
J
Jacking points
248
Jets, refer to Air vents 106
Jets, refer to  Window washer 
nozzles 72
Joystick, refer to iDrive 20
Jumpering, refer to Jump 
starting 251
Jump starting 251
K
Key, refer to Integrated key/
remote control 32
Keyless go, refer to Comfort  Access 40
Keyless opening and closing,  refer to Comfort Access 40
Key Memory, refer to Personal 
Profile 32
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Mobile phone, installation 
location, refer to Center 
armrest 115
Mobile phone, refer to  Telephone 188
Modifications, te chnical, refer 
to For your own safety 5
Monitor, refer to iDrive 20
Monitoring system for tire  pressures, refer to Flat Tire 
Monitor 91
Multi-channel playback 156
Multifunctional steering  wheel, refer to Buttons on 
the steering wheel 13
Multifunction switch
– refer to Turn signals/ headlamp flasher 71
– refer to Wiper system 71
Music collection 172
– backing up 176
– deleting 176
– random sequence 175
– restoring 176
Music interface for 
smartphones 178
Music search 174
My Info 205
N
Navigation
– starting destination 
guidance after entering a 
destination 136
– storing current position 136
– voice activation 140
Navigation announcements,  refer to Switching voice 
instructions on/off 145
Navigation data 132 Navigation system
132
– address book 136
– bypassing a route  section 144
– continuing destination 
guidance 143
– destination entry 134
– dynamic destination 
guidance 149
– entering a destination by  voice 140
– entering a destination  manually 134
– frequently asked 
questions 151
– gas station 
recommendations 145
– planning a trip 141
– route list 144
– selecting destination via  map 139
– selecting route criteria 143
– special destinations 137
– starting destination  guidance 143
– terminating destination  guidance 143
– traffic bulletins 147
– voice instructions 145
– volume adjustment 145
Neck support, refer to Head 
restraints 52
Nets, refer to Storage  compartments 116
Neutral 67
New tires 230
Next Service indicator, refer to 
Condition Based Service 
CBS 237
North-facing map 145
Notes 208
O
OBD socket, refer to Socket 
for Onboard Diagnosis 238
Octane ratings, refer to Fuel 
specifications 221
Odometer 75
Office 201
– current office 201
– what to do if…. 209
Oil, refer to Engine oil 233
Oil consumption 233
Oil level 233
Old batteries, refer to 
Disposal 249
Onboard vehicle tool kit 243
Opening and closing
– comfort access 40
– from inside 37
– from outside 34
– using the door lock 36
– using the remote control 34
Options, selecting for  navigation 143
Orientation menu, refer to 
Start menu 21
Outlets, refer to  Ventilation 109
Outside temperature  display 75
– changing unit of measure 80
– in computer 80
Outside temperature  warning 75
Overriding selector lever  lock 66
Overview
– radio operation 154
P
Paintwork care240
Park assistant, refer to Park 
Distance Control 88
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Park Distance Control PDC
88
Parked car ventilation 110
– preselecting switch-on  times 110
– switching on and off 
directly 110
Parking
– vehicle 63
Parking aid, refer to Park  Distance Control PDC 88
Parking brake 63
– indicator lamp 63
Parking lamps/low beams 100
– replacing bulbs 245
Parts and accessories, refer to  Vehicle equipment 5
Passenger side mirror tilt  function 56
Pathway lighting 101
Personal information, refer to  Office 201
Personal Profile 32
Phone numbers
– dialing 194
Phone reception level, refer to 
Status information 23
Pinch protection system
– glass roof, electric 44
– windows 43
Playing music 174
Polish 241
Pollen, refer to Microfilter/ activated-charcoal filter 109
Power windows 42
Power windows, refer to  Windows 42
Pressure, tires 223
Pressure monitoring of tires,  refer to Flat Tire Monitor 91
Pressure monitoring of tires, 
refer to Tire Pressure 
Monitor TPM 92
Programmable buttons on the 
steering wheel 13 Programmable memory 
keys 25
Protection function, refer to  Pinch protection system
– glass roof, electric 44
– windows 43
Providing medical assistance,  refer to First aid pouch 251
Puncture
– flat tire monitor 91
R
Radio
– controls154
– HD radio 159
– satellite radio 161
– selecting waveband 157
– storing stations 158
– switching on/off 154
– tone control 155
– volume 155
Radio position, refer to Radio  readiness 61
Radio readiness 61
– switched off 62
– switched on 61
Rain sensor 72
Random sequence
– CD player 167
– external devices 180
– music collection 175
Reading aloud 209
Reading lamps 105
Rear lamps, refer to Tail  lamps 246
Rear seats
– adjusting head restraints 52
– folding down backrests 117
Rearview mirror, refer to 
Mirrors 55
Rear window defroster 109
Reception
– quality 158
– radio station 158 Recirculated air mode
108
Recirculation of air, refer to 
Recirculated air mode 108
Redialing 196
Reflectors, refer to Tail 
lamps 246
Refueling 220
Releasing
– hood 233
Remaining distance, refer to  Computer 78
Remaining distance, refer to  Cruising range 77
Reminders 208
Remote control 32
– battery renewal 41
– comfort access 40
– garage door opener 111
– malfunctions 35,41
– removing from the ignition  lock 61
– service data 237
– trunk lid 35
Remote control key, refer to  Integrated key/remote 
control 32
Re plac
ement fuses, refer to 
Fuses 249
Replacement remote  control 32
Replacing bulbs, refer to 
Lamps and bulbs 243
Replacing tires, refer to New  wheels and tires 230
Reporting safety defects 7
Reserve warning, refer to Fuel  gauge 76
Reservoir for washer  systems 73
Reset, refer to Resetting tone 
settings 156
Restraint systems, refer to  Safety belts 54
Restraint systems for  children 58
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Retreaded tires 230
Reverse
– CD player 168
Reverse gear 67
– automatic transmission with 
Steptronic 65
– manual transmission 64
Road map 145
Roadside  Assistance 213,251
Roadside parking lamps 102
– replacing bulbs 245
Roadworthiness test, refer to  Service requirements 80
Rollover protection system,  Convertible 99
– resetting 99
Roof load capacity 259
Roof-mounted luggage 
rack 129
Rope, refer to Tow-starting,  towing away 254
Rotary/pushbutton control,  refer to Controller 20
Route 143,144
– bypassing sections 144
– changing 143,144
– changing criteria 143
– displaying streets or towns/ cities 144
– map view 145
– selecting 143
Route instructions, refer to  Destination guidance 
through voice 
instructions 145
Route map, refer to Map 
view 145
Route section, changing 144
Route selection 143
RSC Runflat System  Component, refer to 
Run-flat tires 231
Runflat System Component  RSC, refer to Run-flat 
tires 231 Run-flat tires
231
– flat tire 92
– inflation pressure 223
– new tires 230
– remaining driving distance, 
refer to Indication of a flat 
tire 92
– tire replacement 230
– winter tires 231
Runflat tyres, refer to Run-flat  tires 231
S
Safety-belt height 
adjustment 55
Safety belts 54
– damage 55
– indicator lamp 55
– reminder 55
– sitting safely 49
Safety systems
– airbags 97
– antilock brake system  ABS 89
– dynamic stability control  DSC 89
– rollover protection system, 
Convertible 99
– safety belts 54
Safety tires, re fer to Run-flat 
tires 231
Satellite radio 161
– activating or deactivating 
channels 161
– favorites 163
– selecting channels 162
– storing channels 162
– time shift 163
– traffic jump 165
Saving fuel 124
Screen, refer to iDrive 20
Screw thread for tow 
fitting 253
SDARS, refer to satellite  radio 161 Seat and mirror memory
54
Seat belt reminder, refer to 
"Fasten safety belts" 
reminder 55
Seats 50
– heating 54
– sitting safely 49
Securing cargo 119,120
Selecting a station
– radio 157
Selecting new scale for 
navigation 146
Selector lever, automatic  transmission with 
Steptronic 64
Selector lever positions 67
Service, refer to Roadside  Assistance 251
Service car, refer to Roadside 
Assistance 251
Service data in remote  control 237
Service Interval Display, refer  to Condition Based Service 
CBS 237
Service Request 215
Service requirements 80
Service status 216
Settings
–  clock, 
12h/24h format 83
– date format 84
– DVD 169
– language 87
Settings for the map view 146
Setting times, refer to  Preselecting switch-on 
times 110
Setting tone during audio  operation, refer to Tone 
control 155
Shifting 68
– 7-gear Sport automatic  transmission with double 
clutch 68
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