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MobilityReplacing components
Turn signals, front
PY21W bulb, 21 watts
The turn signal bulb can be changed via a cover 
in the wheel arch.
1.Turn the respecti ve wheel inwards.
2. Using a coin, turn both locks of the cover all 
the way to the left, arrows  1, and remove the 
cover.
3. Turn the bulb holder to  the left and remove 
it, arrow 2.
4. Apply gentle pressure to the bulb while 
turning it to the left for removal and 
replacement.
5. Insert the bulb holder and lock it by turning 
it to the right.
6. Attach the cover by positioning the bottom 
edge first and then turn ing both locks all the 
way to the right.
Side turn signals
W5W bulb, 5 watts
1. Press the rear edge of  the lamp toward the 
front with your fingertip, arrow 1 and pivot it 
out, arrow 2. 2.
While simultaneously lifting the retaining 
tab, rotate bulb hold er to the left and 
remove.
3. Remove lamp and replace it.
To install, insert front  end of the lamp and press 
into place at the back.
Tail lamps with halogen headlamps
> Turn signal:
PY21W bulb, 21 watts
> Backup lamp:
W16W bulb, 16 watts
> Brake lamps:
P21W bulb, 21 watts
> Brake Force Display lamp:
H21W bulb, 21 watts
1 Inner brake lamp/tail lamp
2 Outer brake lamp/parking/tail lamp
3 Reflector
4 Lateral reflector
5 Turn signal
6 Backup lamp
7 Brake Force Display lamp/tail lamp
Tail lamps with xenon headlamps
>Turn signal:
PY21W bulb, 21 watts
> Backup lamp:
W16W bulb, 16 watts
> Brake lamps:
P21W bulb, 21 watts
> Brake Force Display lamp:
H21W bulb, 21 watts
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MobilityGiving and receiving assistance
Giving and receiving assistance
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.
Emergency Request
Requirements
> Full preparation package mobile phone: this 
equipment makes it possible to send an 
Emergency Request even if no mobile 
phone is paired with the vehicle.
> BMW Assist is activated.
> Radio readiness is switched on.
> The BMW Assist system is logged into a 
mobile phone network that is supported by 
BMW Assist.
> The Emergency Request system is 
operable.
Only press the SOS button in an emergency. For technical reasons, the Emergency 
Request service canno t be guaranteed 
for the most unfavorable conditions. <
Subscriber contract
Upon expiration of the subscriber contract with 
BMW Assist, the BMW Assist system can be 
deactivated by a BMW center without a work-
shop visit.
After the system is deacti vated, it is no longer 
possible to make Emergency Requests.
It may be possible for a BMW center to reacti-
vate the system after a  new contract has been 
signed.
Sending an Emergency Request
1. Briefly press the cover flap to open.
2. Press the SOS button until the LED in the 
button comes on.
> The LED comes on: the Emergency 
Request has been triggered.
If the circumstances a llow, remain in the 
vehicle until the voice contact has been 
established.
> The LED flashes when the connection to 
the BMW Assist Response Center has been 
established.
Once the BMW Assist Response Center 
has received your Emergency Request, the 
BMW Assist Response Center contacts 
you and takes further steps to help you. 
Even if you are unable to respond, the 
BMW Assist Response Center will be able 
to initiate further steps to assist you under 
certain conditions.
Data for determining  the necessary rescue 
measures are transmitted to the 
BMW Assist Response Center, e.g. the 
current position of your vehicle, if it can be 
determined.
> If the LED is flashing  but the BMW Assist 
Response Center cannot be heard over the 
hands-free system, it is possible that the 
hands-free system is  malfunctioning. The 
BMW Assist Response Center may still be 
able to hear you, however.
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ReferenceEverything from A to Z
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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Everything from A to Z
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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