
4.Likewise, press and hold the button of the
desired function on the hand-held trans‐
mitter.5.Release both buttons as soon as the inte‐
rior rearview mirror LED flashes more rap‐
idly. When the LED is flashing faster, this
indicates that the button on the interior
rearview mirror has been programmed.
The system can then be controlled by the
button on the interior rearview mirror.
If the LED does not flash faster after at
least 60 seconds, change the distance and
repeat the step. Several more attempts at
different distances may be necessary. Wait
at least 15 seconds between attempts.
Canada: if programming with the hand-
held transmitter was interrupted, hold
down the interior rearview mirror button
and repeatedly press and release the
hand-held transmitter button for 2 sec‐
onds.
Controls
Before operation
Before operating a system using the
integrated universal remote control, ensure
that there are no people, animals, or objects
within the range of movement of the remote- controlled system; otherwise, there is a risk of
injury or damage.
Also follow the safety instructions of the hand-
held transmitter.◀
The system, such as the garage door, can be
operated using the button on the interior rear‐
view mirror while the engine is running or when
the ignition is started. To do this, hold down
the button within receiving range of the system
until the function is activated. The interior rear‐ view mirror LED stays lit while the wireless sig‐
nal is being transmitted.
Deleting stored functions Press and hold the left and right button on the
interior rearview mirror simultaneously for ap‐
proximately 20 seconds until the LED flashes
rapidly. All stored functions are deleted. The
functions cannot be deleted individually.
Ashtray/cigarette lighter Front
Opening
Press on the cover.
Emptying
Take out the insert. Lighter Push in the lighter.
The lighter can be removed as
soon as it pops back out.
Danger of burns
Only hold the hot lighter by its knob; oth‐
erwise, there is the danger of getting burned.
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Switch off the ignition and take the remote
control with you when leaving the vehicle so
that children cannot use the lighter and burn
themselves.◀
Replace the cover after use
Reinsert the lighter or socket cover after
use, otherwise objects may get into the lighter
socket or fixture and cause a short circuit.◀
Rear
Opening
Press on the cover.
Emptying Take out the insert.
Connecting electrical devices
Hints Do not plug chargers into the socket
Do not connect battery chargers to the
factory-installed sockets in the vehicle as this
may damage the battery.◀
Replace the cover after use
Reinsert the lighter or socket cover after
use, otherwise objects may get into the lighter
socket or fixture and cause a short circuit.◀
Sockets
The lighter socket can be used as a socket for
electrical equipment while the engine is run‐
ning or when the ignition is switched on. The
total load of all sockets must not exceed
140 watts at 12 volts.
Do not damage the socket by using unsuitable
connectors.
Front center console
Press on the cover.
Remove the cover or cigarette lighter.
In the front passenger footwell
Socket is located below the glove compart‐
ment.
To access the socket: fold open the cover.
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CareVehicle equipmentAll standard, country-specific and optional
equipment that is offered in the model series is
described in this chapter. Therefore, equip‐
ment is also described that is not available in a
vehicle, e. g., because of the selected optional
equipment or country variant. This also applies
for safety-related functions and systems.
Car washes Hints Steam jets or high-pressure washers
When using steam jets or high-pressure
washers, hold them a sufficient distance away and use a maximum temperature of
140 ℉/60 ℃.
If the vehicle has a glass sunroof, ensure that a distance of at least 31.5 inches/80 cm is main‐
tained. Holding them too close or using exces‐
sively high pressures or temperatures can
cause damage or preliminary damage that may
then lead to long-term damage.
Follow the user's manual for the high-pressure
washer.◀
Cleaning sensors/cameras with high-
pressure washers
When using high-pressure washers, do not
spray the exterior sensors and cameras, e.g., Park Distance Control, for extended periods of
time and only from a distance of at least
12 in/30 cm.◀
Regularly remove foreign items such as leaves
in the area below the windshield when the
hood is raised.
Wash your vehicle frequently, particularly in
winter.Intense soiling and road salt can damage the
vehicle.
Automatic car washes
Hints
Note the following:▷Give preference to cloth car washes or
those that use soft brushes in order to
avoid paint damage.▷Make sure that the wheels and tires are not
damaged by the transport mechanisms.▷Fold in the exterior mirrors; otherwise, they
may be damaged, depending on the width
of the vehicle.▷Deactivate the rain sensor, refer to
page  76, to avoid unintentional wiper acti‐
vation.▷In some cases, an unintentional alarm can
be triggered by the interior motion sensor
of the alarm system. Follow the instruc‐
tions on avoiding an unintentional alarm,
refer to page  44.
Guide rails in car washes
Avoid car washes with guide rails higher
than 4 in/10 cm; otherwise, the vehicle body
could be damaged.◀
Before driving into a car wash In order to ensure that the vehicle can roll in a
car wash, take the following steps:
1.Drive into the car wash.2.Engage transmission position N.3.Switch the engine off.
In this way, the ignition remains switched
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Do not turn off the ignition in the car
wash
Do not turn off the ignition in the car wash;
otherwise, the transmission position P is
engaged and damages can result.◀
To start the engine:
1.Depress the brake pedal.2.Press the Start/Stop button.
Pressing the Start/Stop button without step‐
ping on the brake turns the ignition off.
The vehicle cannot be locked from the outside
when in transmission position N. A signal is
sounded when an attempt is made to lock the
vehicle.
Transmission position
Transmission position P is engaged automati‐
cally:
▷When the ignition is switched off.▷After approx. 15 minutes.
Headlamps
▷Do not rub dry and do not use abrasive or
caustic cleansers.▷Soak areas that have been soiled e.g. due
to insects, with shampoo and wash off with
water.▷Thaw ice with deicing spray; do not use an
ice scraper.
After washing the vehicle
After washing the vehicle, apply the brakes
briefly to dry them; otherwise, braking action
can be reduced and corrosion of the brake
discs can occur.
Completely remove all residues on the win‐
dows, to minimize loss of visibility due to
smearing and to reduce wiper noises and
wiper blade wear.
Vehicle care
Car care productsBMW recommends using cleaning and care
products from BMW, since these have been
tested and approved.
Car care and cleaning products
Follow the instructions on the container.
When cleaning the interior, open the doors or
windows.
Only use products intended for cleaning vehi‐ cles.
Cleansers can contain substances that are
dangerous and harmful to your health.◀
Vehicle paint Regular care contributes to driving safety and
value retention. Environmental influences in
areas with elevated air pollution or natural con‐
taminants, such as tree resin or pollen can af‐
fect the vehicle's paintwork. Tailor the fre‐
quency and extent of your car care to these
influences.
Aggressive substances, such as spilled fuel,
oil, grease or bird droppings, must be removed
immediately to prevent the finish from being
altered or discolored.
Leather care
Remove dust from the leather often, using a
cloth or vacuum cleaner.
Otherwise, particles of dust and road grime
chafe in pores and folds, and lead to increased
wear and premature degradation of the leather
surface.
To guard against discoloration, such as from
clothing, provide leather care roughly every
two months.
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Head restraints, front 55 
Head restraints, rear  56 
Head-Up Display  159 
Head-up Display, care  233 
Heavy cargo, stowing  188 
Height with roof-mounted aerial, vehicle  236 
High-beam Assistant  99 
High beams  75 
High beams/low beams, refer to High-beam Assistant  99 
Hill Descent Control HDC  129 
Hills  186 
Hill start assistant, refer to Drive-off assistant  127 
Hints  6 
Holder for beverages  179 
Homepage  6 
Hood  211 
Horn  12 
Hotel function, tailgate  40 
Hot exhaust system  184 
HUD Head-Up Display  159 
Hydroplaning  185 
I Ice warning, refer to External temperature warning  88 
Icy roads, refer to External temperature warning  88 
Identification marks, tires  205 
Identification number, refer to Important features in the en‐
gine compartment  211 
iDrive  16 
Ignition key, refer to Remote control  30 
Ignition off  67 
Ignition on  67 
Indication of a flat tire  106 , 108  
Indicator and warning lamps  85 
Individual air distribution  163 Individual settings, refer to
Personal Profile  31 
Inflation pressure, tires  201 
Inflation pressure warning FTM, tires  105 
Info display, refer to Com‐ puter  93 
Initialization, Integral Active Steering  131 
Initialize, Tire Pressure Moni‐ tor TPM  108 
Initializing, Flat Tire Monitor FTM  105 
Instrument cluster  81 
Instrument cluster, electronic displays  82 
Instrument display, multifunc‐ tional  82 
Instrument lighting  100 
Integral Active Steering  131 
Integrated key  30 
Integrated universal remote control  169 
Intelligent Emergency Re‐ quest  225 
Intelligent Safety  110 
Intensity, AUTO pro‐ gram  163 
Interior equipment  169 
Interior lamps  101 
Interior lamps via remote con‐ trol  34 
Interior motion sensor  44 
Interior rearview mirror  59 
Interior rearview mirror, auto‐ matic dimming feature  59 
Internet page  6 
Interval display, service re‐ quirements  89 
J Jacking points for the vehicle jack  222 
Joystick, automatic transmis‐ sion  78 Jump-starting  227 
K
Key/remote control  30 
Keyless Go, refer to Comfort Access  40 
Key Memory, refer to Per‐ sonal Profile  31 
Kickdown, automatic trans‐ mission  78 
Knee airbag  102 
L Lamp replacement, rear  221 
Lamps  97 
Lamps and bulbs  218 
Lane departure warning  121 
Lane margin, warning  121 
Language on Control Dis‐ play  95 
Lashing eyes, securing cargo  188 
LATCH child restraint fixing system  62 
Leather, care  231 
LED front fog lamps, bulb re‐ placement  221 
LED headlamps, Bulb re‐ placement  221 
LED light  221 
LEDs, light-emitting di‐ odes  219 
Length, vehicle  237 
Letters and numbers, enter‐ ing  21 
License plate lamp, bulb re‐ placement  221 
Light alloy wheels, care  232 
Light control  98 
Light-emitting diodes, LEDs  219 
Lighting  97 
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