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Opening and closing
Controls
After switching off the ignition
When the remote control 
is removed or the igni-
tion is switched off, you can still operate the 
windows for approx. 1 minute as long as no 
door has been opened.
Convenient opening and closing
For Convenient opening  and closing using the 
remote control, refer to page 34. For Conve-
nient closing using Comfort Access, refer to 
Locking on page 40.
Pinch protection system
If the closing force exceeds a specific value as a 
power window closes, the closing action is 
interrupted and the window reopens slightly.
Despite the pinch protection system 
check and clear the window's travel path 
prior to closing it; otherwise, the safety system 
might fail to detect certain kinds of obstruc-
tions, such as thin objects, and the window 
would continue closing. 
Do not install any accessories that might inter-
fere with window movement. Otherwise, the 
pinch protection system could be impaired.
Convertible: the rear windows are not equipped 
with pinch protection. Therefore, watch them 
closely when closing to avoid personal injury. <
Closing without pinch protection
If there is an external danger, or if ice on the 
windows, etc., prevents you from closing the 
windows normally, proceed as follows:
1.Pull the switch past the resistance point and 
hold it there. Pinch protection is limited and 
the window reopens slightly if the closing 
force exceeds a certain value.
2. Pull the switch again past the resistance 
point within approx. 4 seconds and hold it 
there. The window closes without pinch 
protection.
Coupe: glass roof, electric
To prevent injuries, watch the glass roof 
while closing it. 
Take the remote contro l with you when you 
leave the car; otherwise, children could operate 
the roof and possibly injure themselves. <
Tilting
Press the switch.
>The closed glass roof is tilted and the 
sliding visor opens slightly.
Do not close the sliding visor forcibly with 
the roof in the tilted position, as this would 
damage the mechanism. <
Opening, closing
>Push the switch rearward to the resistance 
point.
The glass roof and the sliding visor open 
together as long as you hold the switch in 
this position.
> Push the switch rearward past the resis-
tance point. 
The glass roof and the sliding visor open 
automatically. Briefly press the switch again 
to stop the opening movement.
You can close the glass roof in a similar manner 
by pressing the switch forwards. The sliding 
visor remains open and can be closed by hand.
For Convenient opening and closing using the 
remote control, refer to page 34. For Conve-
nient closing using Comfort Access, refer to 
Locking on page 40.
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ControlsOpening and closing
After switching off the ignition
When the remote control  is removed or the igni-
tion is switched off, you can still operate the roof 
for approx. 1 minute as long as no door has 
been opened.
Pinch protection system
If the glass roof encounters an obstruction dur-
ing closing from approximately the middle of 
the opening in the roof, or during closing from 
the tilted position, the closing movement is 
interrupted and the glass roof is opened again 
slightly.
Despite the pinch protection system 
check and clear the roof's travel path prior 
to closing it; otherwise,  the safety system might 
fail to detect certain kinds of obstructions, such 
as very thin objects, and the roof would con-
tinue closing. <
Closing without pinch protection
If there is an external danger, press the switch 
forward past the resistan ce point and hold it 
there. The roof closes without pinch protection.
Following interruptions in electrical 
power supply
After a power failure, there is a possibility that 
the glass roof can only be tilted. The system 
must be initialized.  BMW recommends having 
this work performed at your BMW center.
Convertible: convertible top
The fully automatic top combines reliable 
weather protection with simple and easy-to-
use operation.
The following tips will enhance your driving 
pleasure in your Convertible:
> It is recommended that you close the con-
vertible top whenever the vehicle is parked. 
The closed convertible top not only pro-
tects the vehicle interior from damage due 
to unforeseen bad we ather, but also pro- vides a certain degree of protection against 
theft. However, even when the top is 
closed, valuables should
 only be stored in 
the locked trunk.
> Do not mount any roof rack systems on the 
convertible top.
> If the top is opened while it is wet, e.g. after 
driving in the rain, water may drip into the 
trunk. If necessary, remove items from the 
trunk beforehand to av oid water stains or 
soiling.
At temperatures below +14 7/–10 6, do 
not move the convertible top as this could 
result in damage.
Do not keep the convertible top in the convert-
ible top box for longer than  one day if it is wet; 
otherwise, the moistu re may cause damage.
Do not place objects on the convertible top, as 
otherwise they may fall off when you operate 
the convertible top and cause damage or injury.
Never move the converti ble top when the roll-
over protection system is in the activated 
position.
Always completely finish the operation of the 
convertible top. Driving  with the convertible top 
incompletely opened or  closed can result in 
damage or injury.
Do not reach into the mechanism during the 
opening or closing procedure. Keep children 
away from the opening/closing path of the 
convertible top.
For safety reasons, only operate the convertible 
top while the vehicle is standing. <
While opening and closing, the convert-
ible top pivots upward. When operating 
the convertible top in a garage, under a bridge, 
etc., ensure that there are at least 6.5 ft/2 m of 
headroom; otherwise, the vehicle may be 
damaged. <
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Adjustments
Controls
Adjustments
Vehicle equipment
In this chapter, all production, country, and 
optional equipment that is offered in the model 
range is described. As a result, some equip-
ment described may not be
 available in a partic-
ular vehicle, for example due to the options or 
national-market version selected. This also 
applies to safety related functions and systems.
Sitting safely
The ideal sitting position can make a vital 
contribution to relaxed,  fatigue-free driving. In 
conjunction with the sa fety belts, the head 
restraints and the airbags, the seated position 
has a major influence on your safety in the event 
of an accident. To ensu re that the safety sys-
tems operate with optimal efficiency, we 
strongly urge you to observe the instructions 
contained in the following section.
For additional information on transporting 
children safely, refer to page 58.
Airbags
Always maintain an adequate distance 
between yourself and the airbags. Always 
grip the steering wheel on the rim, with your 
hands in the 3 o'clock and 9 o'clock positions, 
to minimize the risk of injury to the hands or 
arms in the event of the airbag being triggered 
off. 
No one and nothing should come between the 
airbags and the seat occupant. 
Do not use the cover of the front airbag on the 
front passenger side as a storage area. Make 
sure that the front passeng er is sitting correctly, 
i.e. not resting feet or legs on the dashboard; 
otherwise, leg injuries ca n occur if the front air-
bag deploys.
Make sure that passen gers keep their heads 
away from the side airbag and do not lean  against the cover of the 
head airbag; otherwise, 
serious injuries can result if the airbag 
deploys. <
Even if you follow all the instructions, injuries 
resulting from contact with airbags cannot be 
fully excluded, depending on the circum-
stances. The ignition and inflation noise may 
provoke a mild hearing loss in extremely 
sensitive individuals. This  effect is usually only 
temporary.
For airbag locations and additional information 
on airbags, refer to page 97.
Head restraint
A correctly adjusted head restraint reduces the 
risk of neck injury in the event of an accident.
Adjust the head restraint in such a way 
that its center is at approx. ear level. 
Otherwise, there is an incr eased risk of injury in 
the event of an accident. <
Head restraints, refer to page 52.
Safety belt
Before every drive, make sure that all occupants 
wear their safety belts. Airbags complement the 
safety belt as an additi onal safety device, but 
they do not represent a substitute.
Your vehicle has four se ats, each of which is 
equipped with a safety belt.
Never allow more than one person to 
wear a single safety belt. Never allow 
infants or small children  to ride in a passenger's 
lap. Make sure that the be lt in the lap area sits 
low across the hips and does not press against 
the abdomen. 
The safety belt must not  rest against the throat, 
run across sharp edges, pass over hard or frag-
ile objects or be pinched. Fasten the safety belt 
so that it sits as snugly as possible against the 
lap and shoulder without being twisted. Other-
wise, the belt could slide over your hips and 
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Adjustments
Controls
Closing
Make sure you hear the latch plate engage in 
the belt buckle.
The upper belt anchor is 
suitable for adults of 
any stature as long as the seat is adjusted prop-
erly, refer to page 50.
Opening
1.Grasp the belt firmly.
2. Press the red button in the buckle.
3. Guide the belt into its reel.
Safety belt reminder for front seats
The indicator lamps light up and an 
acoustic signal sounds. In addition, a 
message appears on the Control Dis-
play. Check whether the safety belt 
has been fastened correctly.
The 'Fasten safety belts'  reminder is issued as 
long as the driver's safety belt has not been fas-
tened. The 'Fasten safety belts' reminder is also 
issued above approx. 5 mph/8 km/h if the front 
passenger safety belt ha s not been fastened, if 
there are objects on the front passenger seat or 
if the driver or front passenger unfasten their 
safety belts.
Damage to safety belts
If the safety belts are damaged or 
stressed in an accident: have the belt sys-
tem, including any belt tensioners or child 
restraint systems, replaced and the belt 
anchors checked. Have this work carried out 
only at your BMW center. Otherwise correct 
operation of this safe ty equipment is not 
guaranteed.<
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors
The front passenger's mirror is more con-
vex than the driver's mirror. The objects 
seen in the mirror are closer than they appear. 
Do not gauge your distan ce from traffic behind 
you on the basis of what you see in the mirror; 
otherwise, there is an increased risk of an 
accident. <
1 Adjustments
2 Switching to the other mirror or to the auto-
matic curb monitor
3 Folding mirrors in and out
The setting for the exterior  mirrors is stored for 
the remote control currently in use. The stored 
position is called up automatically when the 
vehicle is unlocked.
Manual adjustment
The mirrors can also be adjusted manually: 
press the edge of the glass.
Folding mirrors in and out
By pressing button 3, you can fold the mirrors in 
and out at driving speeds up to approx. 12 mph/
20 km/h. This can be beneficial in narrow 
streets, for example, or for moving mirrors that 
were folded in by hand back out into their cor-
rect positions. Mirrors th at have been folded in 
will fold out automatically  at a speed of approx. 
25 mph/40 km/h.
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Transporting children safely
Controls
Child seat security
The rear safety belts and the front passenger 
safety belt can be prevented from being pulled 
out in order to fasten child restraint systems.
To lock the safety belt
1.
Secure the child restra int system with the 
belt.
2. Pull the belt stra p all the way out.
3. Allow the belt strap to  retract and pull it taut 
against the child restraint system.
The safety belt is locked.
To unlock the safety belt
1. Open the belt buckle.
2. Remove the child restraint system.
3. Allow the safety belt st rap to retract all the 
way.
LATCH child restraint fixing 
system
LATCH: lower Anchors and Tethers for 
CHildren.
To install and use the LATCH child 
restraint system, follo w the operating and 
safety instructions pr ovided by the manufac-
turer of the system; othe rwise, the protective 
function of the seat may be compromised. <
Mounts for lower LATCH anchors
Before installing the child seat, pull the belt out 
of the area for the child restraint fixing system. The lower anchors may be
 used to attach the 
CRS to the vehicle seat  up to a combined child 
and CRS weight of 65 lbs/30 kg when the child 
is restrained by th e internal harnesses.
Ensure that both  lower LATCH anchors 
are correctly engaged  and that the child 
restraint system is resting firmly against the 
backrest; otherwise, the protective function of 
the seat may be compromised. <
Coupe: rear seats
The mounts for the lower LATCH anchors are 
located behind the labeled protective caps.
Convertible: rear seats
The mounts for the lower LATCH anchors are 
located at the positions  indicated by arrows, in 
the gap between the seat and the backrest.
Installing LATCH child restraint 
systems
1 Installing child restraint system, refer to the 
system operating instructions.
2 Make sure that both LATCH anchors are 
correctly locked in position.
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Driving
Controls
Switching off the engine
When leaving the vehicle, always take 
along the remote control; this precaution 
prevents children from starting the engine, for 
example. <
When parking, apply the parking brake 
forcefully; otherwise, the vehicle could 
begin to roll. On steep uphill and downhill 
inclines, also secure th e vehicle by turning the 
wheels toward the curb, for example.<
Manual transmission
1. With the car at a standstill, press the 
Start/Stop button.
2. Shift into first  gear or reverse.
3. Forcefully apply  the parking brake.
4. Removing the remote  control from the 
ignition lock, refer to page 61.
Automatic transmission
1.With the car at a stan dstill, move the selec-
tor lever to position P.
2. Press the Start/Stop button.
3. Forcefully apply  the parking brake.
4. Removing the remote  control from the 
ignition lock, refer to page 61.
Sport automatic transmission with 
double clutch
1.With the car at a standstill, press the 
Start/Stop button.
If the transmission is  shifted into N when 
the engine is switched off, you will be 
notified visually and acoustically of this 
fact.
2. Forcefully apply  the parking brake.
3. Remove remote contro l from the ignition 
lock, refer to page 61. The transmission is 
automatically shifted  into transmission 
position P.
Parking brake
The parking brake is primarily intended to pre-
vent the vehicle from rolling while parked; it 
brakes the rear wheels.
Also follow the instructions on page 63, under 
Switching off the engine.
Indicator lamp
The indicator lamp is lit, and when you 
drive off a signal sounds in addition. 
The parking brake is still applied.
Indicator lamp for Canadian models.
Applying
The lever locks in po sition automatically.
Releasing
Pull slightly upwards, press the button and 
lower the lever.
In exceptional cases, if the parking brake 
has to be used to slow or stop the car, do 
not pull the lever up too hard. In doing so, con-
tinuously press the button of the parking brake 
lever. 
Otherwise, excessive force on the parking 
brake can lock up the rear wheels and cause the 
rear of the car to swerve. <
To prevent corrosion and one-sided brak-
ing action, occasionally apply the parking 
brake lightly when the vehicle is slowly coming 
to a stop if the traffic conditions are suitable.
The brake lamps do not light up when the park-
ing brake is applied. <
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Practical interior accessories
Controls
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 switch off the 
ignition and 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 
sockets 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. <
Reinsert cigarette lighter or socket cover 
after use; otherwise it ems that fall into the 
cigarette lighter receptacle or the socket can 
cause a short circuit.<
Cigarette lighter socket
To access the socket:
Open the front ashtray and remove the ciga-
rette lighter or cover from the socket.
In the center console
To access the socket, refer to External devices 
on page 177.
Coupe: through-loading 
system
Opening
1.To release the rear seat backrest, pull the 
corresponding lever in the trunk.
2. The unlocked rear seat backrest moves for-
ward slightly. Fold the backrest forward by 
the head restraint.
Closing
Return the rear seat backrest to the upright 
seating position and engage it.
When returning the backrest into the 
seating position, make sure that the 
seat's locking mechanism is properly engaged. 
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ReferenceEverything from A to Z
Care239
– automatic car washes 239
– care products 240
– carpets 242
– chrome parts 241
– convertible top 242
– displays 242
– fine wood parts 241
– headlamps 240
– leather 240
– light-alloy wheels 241
– paintwork 240
– plastic parts 241
– rubber seals 241
– safety belts 241
– sensors and cameras 242
– upholstery and cloth  trim 241
Cargo, securing 128
Cargo area, refer to Trunk
Cargo area lid, refer to Trunk  lid 37
Cargo loading 127
– securing cargo 128
– stowing cargo 128
– vehicle 127
Car jack
– jacking points 248
Car key, refer to Integrated  key/remote control 32
Car phone
– installation location, refer to  Center armrest 115
Car phone, refer to 
Telephone 188
Car radio, refer to Radio 157
Car wash 239
Catalytic converter, refer to  Hot exhaust system 126
CD, audio playback 166CD player
166
– controls 154
– fast forward/reverse 168
– random sequence 167
– selecting a track 166
– switching on/off 154
– tone control 155
– volume 155
Center armrest 115
Center brake lamp, replacing  bulb 247
Center console, refer to  Around the center 
console 16
Central key, refer to Integrated  key/remote control 32
Central locking
– from inside 37
– from outside 33
Central lo cking 
system33
– comfort access 40
Changes, technical, refer to 
For your own safety 5
Changing bulbs 243
Changing gears 68
Changing the language on the  Control Display 87
Changing wheels 248
Chassis number, refer to  Engine compartment 232
Check Control 84
Child restraint fixing system  LATCH 59
Child restraint systems 58
Child seats 58
Chrome parts 241
Chrome polish 241
Cigarette lighter 117
Cleaning headlamps 72
– washer fluid 73
Cleaning your BMW, refer to  Care 239 Climate control
– automatic air 
distribution 107
Clock 75
– 12h/24h mode 83
– setting the time and date 83
– setting time 82
Closing
– from inside 37
– from outside 34
Clothes hooks 116
Cold start, refer to Starting the  engine 62
Comfort Access 40
– replacing the battery 41
Comfort area, refer to Around 
the center console 16
Compartment for remote  control, refer to Ignition 
lock 61
Compass 113
Computer 77
– displays on Control  Display 78
Computer, refer to iDrive 20
Concierge service 213
Condensation, refer to When  the vehicle is parked 127
Condition Based Service  CBS 237
Configuring settings, refer to 
Personal Profile 32
Confirmation signals for  locking/unlocking the 
vehicle 35
ConnectedDrive 212
Con n
ecting a music player, 
AUX-In connection 177
Connecting a music player,  USB audio interface 178
Connecting an iPod, refer to  AUX-In connection 177
Connecting an iPod, refer to 
USB audio interface 178
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