
260
MobilityMaintenance
Maintenance
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 vehicle, for example due to 
the special options or national-market version 
selected. This also applies to safety related 
functions and systems.
BMW Maintenance System
The BMW Maintenance System advises you of 
necessary maintenance measures and helps 
you maintain the traffic and operating safety of 
the vehicle.
Condition Based Service CBS
Sensors and special algorithms take the differ-
ent driving conditions of your BMW into 
account. Condition Based Service uses this to 
determine the current and future service 
requirements. By letting you define a service 
and maintenance regimen that reflects your 
own individual requirements, the system builds 
the basis for trouble-free driving.
On the Control Display, you can have the 
remaining times or distances for selected main-
tenance tasks and any legally prescribed dates 
displayed, refer to page 85:
> Engine oil >
Brake pads: separately for front and rear
> Brake fluid
> Vehicle check
> Legally mandated inspections depending 
on local regulations
Service data in the remote control
Your vehicle continuously stores service-
requirement information in the remote control 
while you are driving. Your dealership Service 
Advisor can read out this data from the remote 
control unit, and propose an optimized mainte-
nance approach. Whenever you take your car in 
for servicing you should therefore give your 
dealership Service Advisor the remote control 
unit that you last used.
Make sure that the date is always set cor-
rectly, refer to page 88; otherwise, the 
effectiveness of Condition Based Service CBS 
is not assured. <
Service and Warranty Information 
Booklet for US models and 
Warranty and Service Guide Booklet 
for Canadian models
Please consult your Service and Warranty Infor-
mation Booklet for US models and Warranty 
and Service Guide Booklet for Canadian models 
for additional information on service require-
ments.
BMW recommends that you have service 
and repair operations performed at your 
BMW center. 
Take the time to ensure that these service pro-
cedures are confirmed by entries in your vehi-
cle's Service and Warranty Information Booklet 
for US models and Warranty and Service Guide 
Booklet for Canadian models. These entries 
verify that your vehicle has received the speci-
fied regular maintenance. <
00320051004F004C00510048000300280047004C0057004C005200510003  

262
MobilityCare
Care
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 vehicle, for example due to 
the special options or national-market version 
selected. This also applies to safety related 
functions and systems.
Care products
Regular cleaning and care contributes signifi-
cantly to the value retention of your BMW.
BMW recommends cleaning and caring for your 
vehicle with products that are approved by 
BMW for this purpose.
Your BMW center will be happy to advise you on 
the products and services available for cleaning 
and caring for your BMW.
Original BMW CareProducts have been 
material-tested, laboratory-checked and 
proven in the field, and offer optimal care and 
protection for your vehicle. <
Do not use cleaners that contain alcohol 
or solvents as these may result in dam-
age. <
Cleaning agents can contain substances 
that are dangerous or hazardous to your 
health. Therefore, follow the warning and safety 
instructions on the packaging. When cleaning 
inside the vehicle, always open the doors or 
windows of the vehicle. In enclosed areas, pro-
vide for sufficient ventilation. Only use products 
designed for cleaning vehicles. <
Exterior care
Washing the vehicle
Especially during the winter months, 
ensure that the vehicle is washed more 
frequently. Heavy soiling and road salt can lead 
to vehicle damage. <
After washing the vehicle, apply the 
brakes briefly to dry them; otherwise, 
water can reduce braking efficiency over the 
short term and the brake discs can corrode. <
Automatic car washes
Give preference to car washes that use cloth or 
soft brushes in order to avoid paint damage.
Do not use high-pressure car washes; 
otherwise, water may drip into the vehicle 
around the windows. <
Before driving into a car wash, ensure that it is 
suitable for your BMW. Check the following:
> Dimensions of your vehicle, refer to 
page 281.
> If necessary: fold in the exterior mirrors, 
refer to page 54.
> Maximum permissible tire width.
Avoid car washes with guide rail heights 
over 4 in/10 cm; otherwise, there is the 
danger of damaging chassis parts. <
Preparations before driving into an automatic 
car wash:
> Unscrew the rod antenna.
> Deactivate the rain sensor to prevent 
undesired wiper operation.
> Remove additional add-on parts, e.g. spoil-
ers or phone antennas, if they could be 
damaged.
> Leave the remote control in the ignition 
lock.
00320051004F004C00510048000300280047004C0057004C005200510003  

263
Care
Mobility
Automatic transmission
Before driving into an automatic car wash, per-
form the following steps to ensure that the vehi-
cle can roll:
1.
Insert the remote control into the ignition 
lock, even with Comfort Access.
2. Move the selector lever to position N.
3. Release the parking brake.
4. Switch off the engine.
5. Leave the remote control in the ignition lock 
so that the vehicle can roll.
Sport automatic transmission with 
double clutch
Before driving into an automatic car wash, per-
form the following steps to ensure that the vehi-
cle can roll:
1.Insert the remote control into the ignition 
lock, even with Comfort Access.
2. Engage transmission position N.
3. Release the parking brake.
4. Switch off the engine.
5. Leave the remote control in the ignition lock 
so that the vehicle can roll.
The transmission is switched into position P:
> automatically after approx. 30 minutes
> if you remove the infrared remote control 
from the ignition lock
Steam jets/high-pressure washers
When using steam jets or high-pressure 
washers, make sure to maintain sufficient 
distance from the vehicle and do not exceed a 
temperature of 140 7/60 6. 
Insufficient clearance or excessive pressure or 
temperature can lead to component damage or 
water penetration. Follow the operating instruc-
tions of the high-pressure washer. <
When using high-pressure washers, do 
not spray the sensors, e.g. of the Park 
Distance Control, for an extended period and  maintain a distance of at least 1 ft/30 cm from 
them.
<
Manual car wash
When washing the vehicle by hand, use large 
quantities of water and car shampoo if neces-
sary. Clean the vehicle with a sponge or wash-
ing brush, applying light pressure only.
Before cleaning the windshield, deacti-
vate the rain sensor or switch off the igni-
tion to prevent unintentional activation of the 
wipers. <
Observe local regulations pertaining to 
washing vehicles by hand. <
Headlamps
Do not rub them dry and do not use abrasive or 
corrosive cleaning agents.
Loosen dirt, e.g. insects, with shampoo or 
insect remover and wash away with copious 
quantities of water.
Thaw ice with a windshield deicer and do not 
use an ice scraper.
Windows
Clean the inside and outside surfaces of the 
windows and the mirrors with window cleaner.
Do not clean the mirrors with cleaners 
containing quartz. <
Convertible: retractable hardtop
Proceed as you would in a normal car wash.
When you open a wet hardtop, water 
drops may run into the trunk. If necessary, 
remove items from the trunk beforehand to 
avoid water stains or soiling. <
Paintwork care
Regular care contributes to value retention and 
protects the paintwork against the long-term 
effects of damaging substances.
Environmental influences in regions with ele-
vated levels of air pollution or natural contami-
00320051004F004C00510048000300280047004C0057004C005200510003  

264
MobilityCare
nants such as tree sap or pollen can impact 
vehicle paintwork. Therefore, it is important to 
adapt the frequency and scope of car care 
accordingly.
Immediately remove particularly corrosive sub-
stances such as spilled fuel, oil, grease, brake 
fluid, or bird droppings to prevent damage to 
the paintwork.
Repairing paintwork damage
Immediately repair scratches or similar 
damage, such as that caused by stones 
hitting the vehicle, where necessary to prevent 
rusting. <
BMW recommends having paintwork damage 
repaired by a professional paint repair work-
shop according to BMW specifications using 
original BMW paint materials.
Preservation
A preservation treatment is necessary when 
water no longer beads off the clean paintwork 
surface. Only use products for paintwork pres-
ervation that contain carnauba or synthetic 
waxes.
Rubber seals
Treat only with water or rubber care products. Do not use silicon-co ntaining care prod-
ucts on rubber seals; otherwise, noise 
and damage could occur. <
Chrome parts
Carefully clean vehicle parts such as the radia-
tor grill, door handles or window frames with 
copious quantities of water and a shampoo 
additive, especially when roads are treated with 
deicing salt. For additional treatment, use a 
chrome polish.
Light-alloy wheels
For technical reasons, dust is generated during 
braking that is deposited on the light-alloy  wheels. Remove the dust regularly using acid-
free rim cleaner.
Do not use aggressive, acidic, strongly 
alkaline, or abrasive cleaning agents and 
do not use steam jets hotter than of 140 7/
60 6; otherwise, damage may occur. <
Outside sensors/cameras
Keep the sensors and cameras on the 
outside of the vehicle, e.g. those for Park 
Distance Control, clean and free of ice to ensure 
that they remain fully functional.<
Interior care
Upholstery fabrics/cloth trims/
Alcantara fabrics
Vacuum regularly with a vacuum cleaner to 
remove superficial dirt.
To remove severe spots such as stains from 
beverages, use a soft sponge or lint-free 
microfiber cloth and suitable interior cleaners. 
Follow the instructions on the packaging.
Clean the upholstery down to the seams 
using a sweeping motion. Avoid strong 
rubbing. <
Opened Velcro fasteners on pants or 
other articles of clothing can damage the 
seat covers. Ensure that Velcro fasteners are 
closed. <
Leather/leather trim
The leather used by BMW is a high quality 
natural product. Slight irregularities in the 
leather are a typical characteristic of natural 
leather. <
Dust and road grit in the pores and folds of the 
leather have an abrasive effect, leading to 
increased wear and causing the leather surface 
to become brittle prematurely. Therefore, fre-
quently clean the leather of dust using a cloth or 
vacuum cleaner.
00320051004F004C00510048000300280047004C0057004C005200510003  

265
Care
Mobility
Clean light-colored leather more frequently as 
dust and dirt are more noticeable.
Treat the leather at least once every two 
months using a leather lotion as dirt and grease 
will gradually attack the leather's protective 
layer.
Carpet and floor mats
Keep floor mats, carpet, and other objects 
out of the movement range of the pedals; 
otherwise, they may inhibit the function of the 
pedals during driving.
Do not place additional floor mats onto an exist-
ing one or onto other objects.
Only use floor mats that have been approved for 
the vehicle and can be appropriately fastened.
Make sure that the floor mats are securely fas-
tened again after they have been removed, e.g. 
for cleaning. <
Interior plastic parts
>Imitation leather surfaces
> Lamp glasses
> Display pane of instrument cluster
> Matte parts
Clean with water and solvent-free plastic 
cleaner if necessary.
Fine wood parts
Clean fine wood trim and fine wood parts with a 
damp cloth. Wipe dry with a soft cloth.
Safety belts
Dirty belt straps impede the reeling action and 
thus have a negative impact on safety. Do not clean chemically, as this may 
destroy the webbing. <
Interior sensors/cameras
To clean interior sensors and cameras, e.g. of 
the High-beam Assistant, use a lint-free cloth 
moistened with glass cleaner.
Displays
Use an antistatic microfiber cloth to clean dis-
plays, e.g. of the radio or instrument cluster.
Avoid applying excessive pressure when 
cleaning the displays; otherwise, damage 
may occur. <
Do not use chemical or abrasive house-
hold cleaning agents. Keep all types of 
fluid away from the device. Otherwise, surfaces 
or electrical components may be corroded or 
damaged. <
CD/DVD drives
Do not use a cleaning CD, as it may dam-
age parts of the drive. <
Vehicle storage
If you plan to park your vehicle for longer than 
three months, your BMW center will be happy 
to advise you.
00320051004F004C00510048000300280047004C0057004C005200510003  

292
Referen ceEverything from A to Z
Everything from A to Z
Index
A
ABS Antilock Brake 
System 95
ACC, refer to Active Cruise 
Control 74
Acceleration assistant, refer to  Launch Control 69
Accessories, refer to Vehicle  equipment 5
Accident, refer to Sending an 
Emergency Request 272
Activated-charcoal filter for  automatic climate 
control 118
Active Cruise Control 74
– indicator lamp 77
– malfunction 78
– selecting distance 75
– sensor 77
Active steering 103
Adaptive brake lamp
– Brake Force Display 104
Adaptive Light Control 109
Additives
– coolant 259
– engine oil 258
Address, entering 146,152
Address for navigation
– entering 146
Adjusting temperature inside  the car, refer to Automatic 
climate control 115
Adjusting the thigh support 48
Airbags 104
– indicator/warning lamp 106
– sitting safely 46
Air conditioning mode
– automatic climate 
control 115
– ventilation 117 Air distribution
– automatic
115
Airing, refer to Ventilation 117
Air pressure, refer to Tire  inflation pressure 235
Air recirculation, refer to  Recirculated air mode 116
Air supply
– automatic climate 
control 115
– ventilation 117
Air vents 114
Air volume 116
AKI, refer to Fuel grade 233
Alarm system 36
– avoiding unintentional  alarms 38
– interior motion sensor 37
– switching off an alarm 37
– tilt alarm sensor 37
ALL program 116
All -se
ason tires, refer to 
Winter tires 254
All-wheel drive, refer to  xDrive 97
Ambient air, refer to 
Recirculated air mode 116
Antifreeze
– coolant 259
– washer fluid 71
Antilock Brake System  ABS 95
Anti-theft alarm system, refer  to Alarm system 36
Appointments, refer to 
Calendar 219
Approved axle loads, refer to  Weights 283
Approved engine oils 258
Approved gross vehicle  weight, refer to Weights 283Apps
228
Armrest, refer to Center 
armrest 124
Arrival time, refer to  Computer 82
Ashtray 126
Assist systems, refer to  Driving stability control 95
AUC Automatic recirculated  air control 116
Audible instructions, refer to 
Voice instructions 157
Audio device, external 125
Automatic
– air distribution 115
– air volume 115
– cruise control 72,74
– headlamp control 108
Automatic car washes 262
Automatic climate control 114
Automatic curb monitor 54
Automatic high beams and  low beams, refer to High-
beam Assistant 110
Automatic recirculated air  control AUC 116
Automatic Service  Request 227
Automatic transmission with 
Steptronic 63
– interlock 63
– overriding selector lever 
lock 65
– shiftlock, refer to Changing  selector lever position 63
– sport program 64
– towing 275
– tow-starting 275
AUTO program for automatic  climate control 115
00320051004F004C00510048000300280047004C0057004C005200510003  

294
Referen ceEverything from A to Z
Car care, refer to Care 262
Care 262
– automatic car washes 262
– care products 262
– carpets 265
– CD/DVD drives 265
– chrome parts 264
– displays 265
– exterior 262
– fine wood parts 265
– headlamps 263
– high-pressure washer 263
– interior 264
– leather 264
– light-alloy wheels 264
– paintwork 263
– plastic parts 265
– retractable hardtop 263
– rubber seals 264
– safety belts 265
– sensors and cameras 265
– upholstery and cloth 
trim 264
– washing the car  manually 263
– windows 263
Cargo, securing 140
Cargo loading 139
– securing cargo 140
– stowing cargo 140
– vehicle 139
Car jack
– jacking points 270
Car key, refer to Integrated 
key/remote control 30
Car phone
– installation location, refer to  Center armrest 124
– refer to separate Owner's  Manual
Car phone, refer to  Telephone 200
Car shampoo 265
Catalytic converter, refer to  Hot exhaust system 137
Center armrest 124 Center brake lamp
– replacing bulb
269
Center console, refer to  Around the center 
console 14
Central locking
– from inside 34
– from outside 31
Central locking system 31
– Comfort Access 38
– hotel function 36
– setting unlocking  characteristics 32
Ch an
ges, technical, refer to 
For your own safety 5
Changing bulbs, refer to 
Lamps and bulbs 266
Changing gears 67
Changing the language on the 
Control Display 92
Changing the measurement  units on the Control 
Display 85
Changing wheels 269
Chassis number, refer to 
Engine compartment 255
Check Control 89
Child restraint fixing system 
LATCH 57
Child restraint systems 56
Child seats, refer to 
Transporting children 
safely 56
Chrome parts 265
Chrome polish 265
Cigarette lighter, refer to  Lighter 127
Cleaning headlamps 71
– washer fluid 71
Cleaning your BMW, refer to 
Care 262
Climate control
– automatic air  distribution 115 Clock
80
– 12h/24h mode 88
– setting the time and date 88
– setting time 87
Closing
– from inside 34
– from outside 32
Clothes hooks 125
Cockpit 10
Cold start, refer to Starting the 
engine 61
Comfort Access 38
– replacing the battery 39
Comfort access, refer to  Comfort Access 38
Comfort area, refer to Around 
the center console 14
Compartment for remote  control, refer to Ignition 
lock 60
Compass 122
Computer 82
– displays on Control  Display 82
Computer, refer to iDrive 18
Concierge service 225
Condensation, refer to When  the vehicle is parked 139
Condition Based Service  CBS 260
Configuring settings, refer to 
Personal Profile 30
Confirma tio
n signals for 
locking/unlocking the 
vehicle 33
ConnectedDrive 224
Connecting vacuum cleaner, 
refer to Connecting 
electrical appliances 127
Consumption, refer to 
Average fuel 
consumption 82
Contacts 214
– deleting 216,223
– exporting/importing 223
– new contact 215
00320051004F004C00510048000300280047004C0057004C005200510003  

298
Referen ceEverything from A to Z
Heating
– mirrors54
– rear window 117
– seats 51
– steering wheel 55
Heating and ventilation, refer  to Climate 114
Heavy loads, refer to Stowing  cargo 140
Height, refer to 
Dimensions 281
Height adjustment
– seats 47
– steering wheel 55
High-beam Assistant 110
High beams 110
– headlamp flasher 110
– indicator lamp 13
High beams and low beams, 
automatic, refer to High-
beam Assistant 110
High-pressure 
washer 262,263
High water, refer to Driving  through water 138
Highways, refer to Route  criteria 155
Hill Descent Control HDC 97
Hills 139
Holders for cups 126
Homepage BMW 4
Hood 256
Hooks for shopping bags 129
Horn 10,11
Hotel function, refer to  Locking or unlocking 
separately 36
Hot exhaust system 137
Hydraulic brake assist, refer to  Dynamic Brake Control 95
Hydroplaning 138
I
Ice warning, refer to Outside 
temperature warning 80Identification marks
– run-flat tires
254
– tire coding 251
iDrive 18
– adjusting brightness 92
– changing date and time 88
– changing language 92
– changing settings 92
– changing units of measure  and display format 85
– controls 18
– menu guidance 19
– operating principle 18
– overview 18
– start menu 19
– status information 21
Ignition 61
– switched off 61
– switched on 61
Ignition key, refer to Remote  control with integrated 
key 30
Ignition key position 1, refer to  Radio readiness 60
Ignition key position 2, refer to 
Ignition on 61
Ignition lock 60
Imprint 2
Incoming call 205
Indicator and warning  lamps 13
– Tire Pressure Monitor  TPM 101
Inflation pressure, refer to Tire 
inflation pressure 235
Inflation pressure monitoring,  refer to Tire Pressure 
Monitor TPM 100
Initializing
– after power failure 270
– compass, refer to  Calibrating 123
– Flat Tire Monitor FTM 98
– glass roof 42
– refer to Setting the time and  date 88 Installation location
– telephone
124
Instructions for navigation  system, refer to Voice 
instructions 157
Instrument cluster 12
Instrument cluster, refer to 
Cockpit 10
Instrument combination, refer  to Instrument cluster 12
Instrument lighting 112
Integrated key 30
Integrated universal remote 
control 12
0
Intera
 ctive map 152
Interior lamps 112
– remote control 32
Interior motion sensor 37
Interior rearview mirror 54
– automatic dimming  feature 55
– compass 122
Interlock, refer to Disengaging  the remote control 63
Intermittent mode of the 
wipers 71
Intersection, entering,  navigation 147
J
Jacking points 270
Joystick, refer to iDrive 18
Jumpering, refer to Jump-
starting 274
Jump-starting 274
K
Key, refer to Integrated key/
remote control 30
Keyless go, refer to Comfort  Access 38
Keyless opening and closing,  refer to Comfort Access 38
00320051004F004C00510048000300280047004C0057004C005200510003