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At a glanceDashboard
Instrument cluster
1Speedometer
135i: with fuel gauge
2 Indicator lamps for turn signals
3 Indicator and warning lamps 15
4 Tachometer 76
5 Fuel gauge 76
135i: engine oil temperature 76
6 Display for
>Clock 75
> Outside temperature 75
> Indicator and warning lamps 847
Display for
>Position of automatic transmission 64
> Gear indicator of 7-gear Sport automatic 
transmission with double clutch 66
> Computer 77
> Date of next scheduled service, and 
remaining distance to be driven 80
> Odometer and trip odometer 75
> High-beam Assistant 102
> Checking the oil level 233
> Settings and information 79
8 Resetting the trip odometer 75
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Opening and closing
Controls
Switching on interior lamps
While the car is locked: 
Press the  button. 
You can also use this fu
nction to locate your 
vehicle in parking garages etc.
Unlocking the trunk lid
Press the  button for about 1 second and 
then release it.
The trunk lid opens a short distance, regardless 
of whether it was locked or unlocked.
The trunk lid swings backward and up 
when opened. Make sure that adequate 
clearance is available before opening.
To avoid locking yourself out by accident, do 
not place the remote control in the trunk. 
A previously locked trun k lid is locked again 
after closing.
Before and after each tr ip, check that the trunk 
lid has not been inad vertently unlocked.<
Confirmation signals
You can activate or deac tivate the confirmation 
signals.
1. "Settings"
2. "Door locks"
3. "Flash when lock/unlock"
4. Press the controller.
Calling up the driver's seat position
The driver's seat position last set is stored for 
the remote control currently in use.
You can select whether or not the seat is reset 
to that position  automatically. When this Personal Profile function is 
used, first make sure
 that the footwell 
behind the driver's seat  is free of obstacles. 
Failure to do so could ca use injury to persons or 
damage to objects as a result of a rearward 
movement of the seat. <
The adjusting procedure is halted when you 
touch a seat adjustment switch or one of the 
memory buttons.
Selecting automatic call-up
1. "Settings"
2. "Door locks"
3. "Last seat position auto."
The setting is stored  for the remote control 
currently in use.
Malfunctions
The remote control ma y malfunction due to 
local radio waves. If this  occurs, unlock and lock 
the car at the door lock with the integrated key.
Coupe: in vehicles without Comfort Access, 
only the driver's door can be locked and 
unlocked with the integr ated key via the door 
lock.
If the car can no longer be locked with a remote 
control, the battery in th e remote control is dis-
charged. Use the remote control on an 
extended trip to recharge the battery, refer to 
page 32. The remote control for Comfort 
Access contains a battery  that may have to be 
changed, refer to page 41.
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ControlsDriving
Switching on wipers
Press the lever upward, arrow  1.
The lever automatically  returns to its initial 
position when released.
Normal wiper speed
Press once.
The system switches to operation in the inter-
mittent mode when the vehicle is stationary.
Fast wiper speed
Press twice or press beyond the resistance 
point. 
The system switches to normal speed when the 
vehicle is stationary.
Intermittent wipe or rain sensor
If the car is not equipped  with a rain sensor, the 
intermittent-wipe time is a preset.
If the car is equipped with a rain sensor, the time 
between wipes is contro lled automatically and 
depends on the intensity of  the rainfall. The rain 
sensor is mounted on the  windshield, directly in 
front of the interior rearview mirror.
Activating intermittent wipe or rain 
sensor
Press the button, arrow 3. The LED in the 
button lights up.
Setting speed for intermittent wipe or 
sensitivity of the rain sensor
Turn the thumb wheel 5.
Deactivating intermit tent wipe or rain 
sensor
Press the button again, arrow 3. 
The LED goes out.
Deactivate the rain  sensor before enter-
ing an automatic car  wash. Failure to do 
so could result in damage caused by undesired 
wiper activation. <
Cleaning windshield and headlamps
Pull the lever, arrow  4.
Washer fluid is sprayed onto the windshield and 
the wipers are operated for a short time.
When the vehicle lighting system is switched 
on, the headlamps are cleaned at regular and 
appropriate intervals.
Do not use the washers if there is any 
danger that the flui d will freeze on the 
windshield. If you do, your vision could be 
obscured. Antifreeze should therefore be 
added to the fluid, refer to Washer fluid. 
Do not use the washers when the washer fluid 
reservoir is empty; othe rwise, you will damage 
the washer pump. <
Windshield washer nozzles
Both windshield washer nozzles are automati-
cally heated with the engine running or the 
ignition switched on.
Washer fluid
Washer fluid antifree ze is flammable. 
Therefore, keep it away from ignition 
sources and only store it  in the closed original 
container that is kept out of reach of children; 
otherwise, there is a risk of personal injury. 
Comply with the instructions on the 
container. <
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Controls overview
Controls
Controls overview
Vehicle equipment
In this chapter, all production, 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.
Odometer, outside 
temperature display, clock
1 Knob in the instrument cluster
2 Outside temperature and clock
3 Odometer and trip odometer
Knob in the instrument cluster
>To reset the trip odomet er while the ignition 
is switched on
> To display the time, outside temperature 
and odometer briefly while the ignition is 
switched off
Units of measure
To select the respective units of measure, miles 
or km for the odometer as well as  7 or  6 for 
the outside temperature, refer to Units of mea-
sure on page 80.
The setting is stored  for the remote control 
currently in use.
Time, outside temperature display
Setting the time, refer to page 82.
Outside temperature warning
When the displayed temperature sinks to 
approx. +377/+3 6, a signal sounds and a 
warning lamp lights up.  There is an increased 
risk of black ice.
Black ice can also form at temperatures 
above +37 7/+3 6. You should there-
fore drive carefully on  bridges and shaded 
roads, for example; otherwise, there is an 
increased risk of an accident. <
Odometer and trip odometer
Resetting the trip odometer: 
With the ignition switched on, press button 1 in 
the instrument cluster.
When the vehicle is parked
If you still want to view the time, outside tem-
perature and odometer reading briefly after the 
remote control has been  taken out of the igni-
tion lock:
Press button 1 in the instrument cluster.
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Controls overview
Controls
Computer
Displays in the instrument cluster
Calling up information
Press the button in the turn signal/high beam 
lever.
The following items of information are 
displayed in the order listed:
>
Cruising range
> Average speed
> Average fuel consumption
> Current fuel consumption
> No information
To set the corresponding units of measure, 
refer to Units of measure on page 80.
Cruising range
Displays the estimated cruising range available 
with the remaining fuel.  The range is calculated 
on the basis of the way the car has been driven 
over the last 18 miles/30 km and the amount of 
fuel currently in the tank.
It is important that you refuel as soon as 
possible once your cruising range falls 
below 30 miles/50 km; otherwise, engine func-
tions are not ensured and damage can occur. <
Average speed
Periods with the vehicle parked and the engine 
switched off are not included in the calculations 
of average speed.
With the trip comp uter, refer to page79, you 
can have the average speed for another trip 
displayed.
To reset average speed: press the button in the 
turn signal/high beam lever for approx. 
2seconds.
Average fuel consumption
The average fuel consumption is calculated for 
the time during which the engine is running.
With the trip comp uter, refer to page79, you 
can have the average consumption for another 
trip displayed.
To reset average fuel consumption: press the 
button in the turn signal/high beam lever for 
approx. 2 seconds.
Current fuel consumption
Displays the current fuel consumption. This 
allows you to see whethe r your current driving 
style is conducive to fuel economy with mini-
mum exhaust emissions.
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ControlsControls overview
Displays on the Control Display
The computer can also be opened via iDrive.
1."Vehicle Info"
2. "Onboard info" or "Trip computer"
Displaying "Onboard info":
> Cruising range
> Distance from destination
> Estimated time of arrival if a destination has 
been entered in the navigation system.
Displaying "Trip computer":
> Departure time
> Trip duration
> Trip distance Both displays show:
>
The average speed and
> the average fuel consumption.
Resetting the fuel consumption and 
speed
You can reset the values for average speed and 
average consumption:
1.Select the respective menu entry.
2. Press the controller again to confirm your 
selection.
Resetting the trip computer
You can reset all values:
1."Vehicle Info"
2. "Trip computer"
3. "Reset"
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Technology for driving comfort and safety
Controls
Flat Tire Monitor FTM
The concept
The system does not measure the actual infla-
tion pressure in the tires.
The system detects a pressure loss in a tire by 
comparing the rotational 
speeds of the individ-
ual wheels while moving.
In the event of a pressure loss, the diameter and 
therefore the rotational speed of the corre-
sponding wheel change. This is detected and 
reported as a flat tire.
Functional requirement
The system must have be en initialized while the 
tire inflation pressure was correct; otherwise, 
reliable signaling of a flat tire is not ensured.
Each time a tire inflation pressure has been 
corrected or a wheel or tire has been changed, 
reinitialize the system.
System limitations
Sudden serious tire damage caused by 
external influences ca nnot be indicated in 
advance.<
The system will not detect a natural, uniform 
pressure loss in all four  tires. Therefore, check 
the tire inflation pressure regularly.
In the following situations, the system could be 
delayed or malfunction:
> System has not been initialized
> Driving on snowy or slippery road surface
> Performance-oriented style of driving: slip 
in the drive wheels, hi gh lateral acceleration
> Snow chains are attached
Status display
The current status of the Flat Tire Monitor can 
be displayed on the Control Display, e.g. 
whether or not the FTM is active.
1."Vehicle Info"
2. "Vehicle status" 3.
"Flat Tire Monitor"
The status is displayed.
Initialization
The initialization process adopts the set infla-
tion tire pressures as  reference values for the 
detection of a flat tire. Initialization is started by 
confirming the inflation pressures.
Do not initialize the system when driving with 
snow chains.
1. "Vehicle Info"
2. "Vehicle status"
3. "Reset"
4. Start the engine – do not drive away.
5. Start the initialization  by selecting "Reset".
6. Start driving.
The initialization is completed during driv-
ing, which can be interrupted at any time. 
When driving resumes, the initialization is con-
tinued automatically. <
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Indication of a flat tire
The warning lamps come on in yellow 
and red. A message appears on the 
Control Display. In addition, a signal 
sounds. There is a flat tire or a major 
loss in tire pressure.
1. Reduce speed and stop the vehicle with 
caution. Avoid sudden braking and steering 
maneuvers.
If the vehicle is not equipped with run-flat 
tires, do not continue driving; continuing 
to drive can result  in serious accidents. <
When a flat tire is reported, the Dynamic Stabil-
ity Control DSC is activated.
Actions in the event of a flat tire
Run-flat tires
With a damaged tire, is  possible to continue 
driving at speeds of up to 50 mph/80 km/h.
When driving with a damaged tire:
1. Avoid sudden braking and steering 
maneuvers.
2. Do not exceed a speed of 50 mph/80 km/h.
3. At the next opportunity, check the inflation 
pressure in all four tires.
If the inflation pressure in all four tires is cor-
rect, the Flat Tire Monitor might not have 
been initialized. The sy stem must then be 
initialized.
Possible driving distance  with complete loss of 
tire pressure:
The distance it is possible to drive with a flat tire 
depends on the load and the stress on the 
vehicle while driving.
With an average load, it may be possible to drive 
for approx. 50 miles/80 km.
When driving with damaged tires, the handling 
characteristics ch ange, e.g. the vehicle will skid 
sooner when braking, braking distances will be 
longer, or self-steerin g response will change.  Adapt your driving style accordingly. Avoid 
turning abruptly and driving over obstacles 
such as curbs, potholes, etc.
Since the possible driving distance depends to 
a considerable degree on
 the strain exerted on 
the vehicle while driving, it can be shorter or, 
with a gentle driving style, can also be longer, 
depending on the speed, road condition, out-
side temperature, vehicle load, etc.
Drive cautiously an d do not exceed a 
speed of 50 mph/80 km/h.
When there is a tire pressure loss, the handling 
characteristics change , e.g. there will be 
reduced directional stability during braking, 
braking distances will be longer, and self-
steering response will change. <
Vibrations or loud noises while driving can 
indicate final failure  of the tire. Reduce 
your speed and bring the vehicle to a stop; oth-
erwise, tire components may become 
detached, which could result in an accident. Do 
not continue driving; instead, contact your 
BMW center. <
Tire Pressure Monitor TPM
The concept
Check the inflation pressure  in the four installed 
tires. The system notifies you if there is a signif-
icant loss of pressure in one or more tires.
Functional requirement
The system must have been reset while the 
inflation pressure was correct; otherwise, reli-
able signaling of a flat tire is not ensured. 
Always use wheels with TPM electronics to 
ensure that the system will operate properly. 
Each time a tire inflation pressure has been 
corrected or a wheel or tire has been changed, 
reset the system.
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