
Transporting children safelyVehicle equipment
All standard, country-specific and optional
equipment that is offered in the model series is
described in this chapter. Therefore, equipment
is also described that is not available in a vehicle,
e. g., because of the selected optional equip‐
ment or country variant. This also applies for
safety-related functions and systems.
The right place for children
Note Children in the vehicle
Do not leave children unattended in the
vehicle; otherwise, they could endanger them‐
selves and other persons, e.g., by opening the
doors.◀
Children should always be in the rear
Accident research shows that the safest place
for children is in the back seat.
Transporting children in the rear
Only transport children younger than
13 years of age or shorter than 5 ft/150 cm in the
rear in child restraint fixing systems provided in
accordance with the age, weight and size of the
child; otherwise, there is an increased risk of in‐
jury in an accident.
Children 13 years of age or older must wear a
safety belt as soon as a suitable child restraint
fixing system can no longer be used, due to their
age, weight and size.◀
Children on the front passenger seat
Should it ever be necessary to use a child re‐
straint fixing system in the front passenger seat,
make sure that the front, knee and side airbags
on the front passenger side are deactivated. Au‐tomatic deactivation of front passenger airbags,
refer to page  93.
Deactivating the front passenger airbags
If a child restraint fixing system is used in
the front passenger seat, the front passenger
airbags must be deactivated; otherwise, there is
an increased risk of injury to the child when the
airbags are triggered, even with a child restraint
fixing system.◀
Installing child restraint fixing
systems
Notes Manufacturer's information for child re‐
straint fixing systems
To select, mount and use child restraint fixing
systems, observe the information provided by
the system manufacturer; otherwise, the pro‐
tective effect can be impaired.◀
On the front passenger seat
Deactivating airbags
After installing a child restraint fixing system in
the front passenger seat, make sure that the
front, knee and side airbags on the front pas‐
senger side are deactivated.
Deactivate the front passenger airbags auto‐
matically, refer to page  93
Deactivating the front passenger airbags
If a child restraint fixing system is used in
the front passenger seat, the front passenger
airbags must be deactivated; otherwise, there is
an increased risk of injury to the child when the
airbags are triggered, even with a child restraint
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Seat position and height
Before installing a child restraint fixing system,
move the front passenger seat as far back as
possible and adjust its height to the highest po‐
sition to obtain the best possible position for the
belt and to offer optimal protection in the event
of an accident.
Do not change the seat position and height after
this.
Backrest width
Adjustable backrest width: before installing a
child restraint fixing system in the front passen‐
ger seat, open the backrest width completely.
Do not change the backrest width again and do
not call up a memory position.
Backrest width for the child seat
Before installing a child restraint fixing
system in the front passenger seat, the backrest
width must be opened completely. Do not
change the adjustment after this; otherwise, the
stability of the child seat will be reduced.◀
Child seat security
The rear safety belts and the front passenger
safety belt can be locked against pulling out for
mounting the child restraint fixing systems.
Locking the safety belt
1.Pull out the belt webbing completely.2.Secure the child restraint fixing system with
the belt.3.Allow the belt webbing to be pulled in and
pull it taut against the child restraint fixing
system. The safety belt is locked.
Unlocking the safety belt
1.Unbuckle the belt buckle.2.Remove the child restraint fixing system.3.Allow the belt webbing to be pulled in com‐
pletely.
LATCH child restraint fixing
system
LATCH: Lower Anchors and Tether for Children.
Note Manufacturer's information for LATCH
child restraint fixing systems
To mount and use the LATCH child restraint fix‐
ing systems, observe the operating and safety
information from the system manufacturer; oth‐
erwise, the level of protection may be reduced. ◀
Mounts for the lower LATCH anchors Correctly engage the lower LATCH an‐
chors
Make sure that the lower LATCH anchors have
properly engaged and that the child restraint fix‐
ing system is resting snugly against the back‐
rest; otherwise, the degree of protection offered
may be reduced.◀
Before mounting the LATCH child restraint fix‐
ing system, pull the belt away from the child re‐
straint fixing system.
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Mounts for the lower ISOFIX anchors are lo‐
cated behind the seat cover between the back‐
rest and the seat cushion.
Open the slide fastener to access the anchors.
Mounting LATCH child restraint fixing
systems
1.Mount the child restraint fixing system; refer
to the operating instructions of the system.2.Ensure that both LATCH anchors are prop‐
erly connected.
Child restraint fixing system with a
tether strap
LATCH mounting eyes
Only use the mounting eyes for the upper
LATCH retaining strap to secure child restraint
fixing systems; otherwise, the mounting eyes
could be damaged.◀
Mounting points
There are three mounting points for child re‐
straint fixing systems with a tether strap.
Retaining strap guide
Retaining strap
Make sure the upper retaining strap does
not run over sharp edges and is not twisted as it
passes to the top anchor. Otherwise, the strap
will not properly secure the child restraint fixing
system in the event of an accident.◀1Direction of travel2Upper retaining strap3Head restraint.4Rear window shelf5Mounting point/eye6Hook for upper retaining strap
Attaching the upper retaining strap to
the mounting point
1.Lift the cover over the mounting point.2.Guide the upper retaining strap over the
head restraint.3.Attach the hook of the retaining strap to the
mounting eye.4.Tighten the retaining strap by pulling it
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When there is a malfunction, have the air‐
bag system checked immediately
When there is a malfunction, have the airbag
system checked immediately; otherwise, there
is a risk that the system does not function as ex‐
pected in the event of an accident despite cor‐
responding severity of the accident.◀
Automatic deactivation of the front
passenger airbags
The system determines whether the front pas‐
senger seat is occupied by measuring the re‐
sistance of the human body.
The front, knee, and side airbag on the front
passenger side are activated or deactivated ac‐
cordingly.
Leave feet in the footwell
Make sure that the front passenger keeps
his or her feet in the footwell; otherwise, the front
passenger airbags may not function properly.◀
Child restraint fixing system in the front
passenger seat
Before transporting a child on the front passen‐
ger seat, see the safety notes and instructions
under Children on the front passenger seat.◀
Malfunction of the automatic
deactivation system
When transporting older children and adults, the
front passenger airbags may be deactivated in
certain sitting positions. In this case, the indica‐
tor lamp for the front passenger airbags lights
up.
In this case, change the sitting position so that
the front passenger airbags are activated and
the indicator lamp goes out.
If it is not possible to activate the airbags, have
the person sit in the rear.
To make sure that the occupied seat cushion
can be evaluated correctly▷Do not attach covers, cushions, ball mats or
other items to the front passenger seat un‐less they are specifically recommended by
the manufacturer of your vehicle.▷Do not place any electronic devices on the
passenger seat if a child restraint system is
to be installed on it.▷Do not place objects under the seat that
could press against the seat from below.
Indicator lamp for the front passenger
airbags
The indicator lamp for the front passenger air‐
bags indicates the operating state of the front
passenger airbags.
The lamp indicates whether the airbags are ac‐
tivated or deactivated.
▷The indicator lamp lights up
when a child who is properly
seated in a child restraint fix‐
ing system intended for that
purpose is detected on the
seat or the seat is empty. The
airbags on the front passen‐
ger side are not activated.▷The indicator lamp does not light up when,
for example, a correctly seated person of
sufficient size is detected on the seat. The
airbags on the front passenger side are ac‐
tivated.
Detected child seats
The system generally detects children seated in
a child seat, especially in the child seats that
were required by NHTSA when the vehicle was
manufactured. After installing a child seat, make
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tainment and Communica‐
tion 
BMW Homepage  6 
BMW Internet page  6 
BMW Maintenance Sys‐ tem  189 
Bottle holder, refer to Cu‐ pholder  153 
Brake assistant  110 
Brake assistant, adaptive  110 
Brake discs, breaking in  158 
Brake force display  109 
Brake lamps, brake force dis‐ play  109 
Brake lamps, bulb replace‐ ment  194 
Brake lights, adaptive  109 
Brake pads, breaking in  158 
Braking, notes  159 
Breakdown assis‐ tance  198, 199  
Breaking in  158 
Brightness of Control Dis‐ play  85 
Bulb replacement  192 
Bulb replacement, front   0 
Bulb replacement, rear  194 
Bulbs and lamps  192 
Button, RES  120 
Button, Start/Stop  58 
Bypassing, refer to Jump- starting  199 
C
California Proposition 65 Warning  7 
Camera, backup camera  129 
Camera, care  206 
Camera, Side View  133 
Camera, Top View  131 
Can holder, refer to Cu‐ pholder  153 
Car battery  196 
Car care products  204 
Care, displays  206 Care, vehicle  204 
Cargo  161 
Cargo area, enlarging  148 
Cargo area lid  37 
Cargo area, storage compart‐ ments  154 
Cargo straps, securing cargo  162 
Car key, refer to Remote con‐ trol  30 
Carpet, care  205 
Car wash  203 
Catalytic converter, refer to Hot exhaust system  158 
CBS Condition Based Serv‐ ice  189  
CD/Multimedia, see user's manual for Navigation, Enter‐
tainment and Communica‐
tion 
Center console  14 
Central locking system  33 
Central screen, refer to Control Display  16 
Changes, technical, refer to Safety  7 
Changing parts  192 
Changing wheels  195 
Changing wheels/tires  180 
Check Control  74 
Children, seating position  54 
Children, transporting safely  54 
Child restraint fixing sys‐ tem  54 
Child restraint fixing system LATCH  55 
Child restraint fixing systems, mounting  54 
Child safety locks  57 
Child seat, mounting  54 
Child seats  54 
Chrome parts, care  205 
Cigarette lighter  147 
Cleaning, displays  206 
Climate control  140 Climate control wind‐
shield  159 
Clock  77 
Closing/opening from in‐ side  37 
Closing/opening via door lock  36 
Closing/opening with remote control  34 
Clothes hooks  153 
Collision warning  99, 101  
Combination switch, refer to Turn signals  64 
Combination switch, refer to Wiper system  65 
Comfort Access  38 
COMFORT program, Driving Experience Switch  116 
Computer  81 
Condensation on win‐ dows  141 
Condensation under the vehi‐ cle  160  
Condition Based Service CBS  189 
Configure driving mode  116 
Confirmation signal  35 
ConnectedDrive, see user's manual for Navigation, Enter‐
tainment and Communica‐
tion 
Control Display  16 
Control Display, settings  83 
Controller  16 
Control systems, driving sta‐ bility  110 
Convenient opening  34 
Coolant  188 
Coolant temperature  77 
Cooling function  142 
Cooling, maximum  141 
Cooling system  188 
Corrosion on brake discs  160 
Cruise control  124 
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Initialization, Integral ActiveSteering  114 
Initialize, Tire Pressure Moni‐ tor TPM  95 
Initializing, Flat Tire Monitor FTM  98 
Instrument cluster  70 
Instrument cluster, electronic displays  71 
Instrument display, multifunc‐ tional  71 
Instrument lighting  89 
Integral Active Steering  113 
Integrated key  30 
Integrated universal remote control  145 
Intensity, AUTO program  141 
Interior equipment  145 
Interior lamps  90 
Interior lamps via remote con‐ trol  35 
Interior motion sensor  41 
Interior rearview mirror, auto‐ matic dimming feature  53 
Internet page  6 
Interval display, service re‐ quirements  78 
J
Jacking points for the vehicle jack  195 
Jack, refer to Vehicle jack  195 
Joystick, automatic transmis‐ sion  68 
Jump-starting  199 
K
Key/remote control  30 
Keyless Go, refer to Comfort Access  38 
Key Memory, refer to Personal Profile  31 
Kickdown, automatic trans‐ mission  68 Knee airbag  92 
L
Lamp replacement  192 
Lamp replacement, front   0 
Lamp replacement, rear  194 
Lamps  86 
Lamps and bulbs  192 
Lane departure warning  106 
Lane margin, warning  106 
Language on Control Dis‐ play  84 
Lashing eyes, securing cargo  162 
LATCH child restraint fixing system  55 
Leather, care  204 
LED headlamps, Bulb replace‐ ment  194 
LED light  194 
LEDs, light-emitting di‐ odes  193 
Length, vehicle  211 
Letters and numbers, enter‐ ing  21 
License plate lamp, bulb re‐ placement  194 
Light-alloy wheels, care  205 
Light control  88 
Light-emitting diodes, LEDs  193 
Lighting  86 
Lighting, speaker  90 
Lighting via remote control  35 
Light switch  86 
Load  161 
Loading  161 
Lock, door  36 
Locking/unlocking from in‐ side  37 
Locking/unlocking via door lock  36 
Locking/unlocking with re‐ mote control  34 
Locking, automatic  37 Locking, central  33 
Locking via trunk lid  38 
Lock, power window  42 
Locks, doors, and win‐ dows  57 
Low beams  86 
Low beams, automatic, refer to High-beam Assistant  88 
Lower back support  46 
Lug bolt lock  196 
Lumbar support  46 
M
Maintenance  189 
Maintenance require‐ ments  189 
Maintenance, service require‐ ments  78 
Maintenance system, BMW  189 
Malfunction displays, refer to Check Control  74 
Manual air distribution  141 
Manual air flow  141 
Manual brake, refer to Parking brake  62 
Manual mode, transmis‐ sion  68 
Manual operation, backup camera  129 
Manual operation, door lock  36 
Manual operation, exterior mir‐ rors  52 
Manual operation, fuel filler flap  170 
Manual operation, Park Dis‐ tance Control PDC  127 
Manual operation, Side View  133 
Manual operation, Top View  132 
Marking on approved tires  180 
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Massage seat, front 47 
Master key, refer to Remote control  30 
Maximum cooling  141 
Maximum speed, display  79 
Maximum speed, winter tires  181 
Measure, units of  85 
Medical kit  199 
Memory for seat, mirrors, steering wheel  51 
Menu, EfficientDynamics  165 
Menu in instrument cluster  81 
Menus, operating, iDrive  16 
Menus, refer to iDrive operat‐ ing concept  17 
Messages, refer to Check Control  74 
Microfilter  143 
Minimum tread, tires  179 
Mirror  51 
Mirror memory  51 
Mobile communication devi‐ ces in the vehicle  159 
Modifications, technical, refer to Safety  7 
Moisture in headlamp  193 
Monitor, refer to Control Dis‐ play  16 
Mounting of child restraint fix‐ ing systems  54 
Multifunctional instrument display  71 
Multifunction steering wheel, buttons  12 
N
Navigation, see user's manual for Navigation, Entertain‐
ment and Communication 
Neck restraints, front, refer to Head restraints  50 
New wheels and tires  180 
Night Vision with pedestrian detection  103 No Passing Information  79 
Nylon rope for tow-starting/ towing  201 
O
OBD Onboard Diagnos‐ tics  190 
Obstacle marking, backup camera  130 
Octane rating, refer to Gaso‐ line quality  172 
Odometer  77 
Office, see user's manual for Navigation, Entertainment
and Communication 
Oil  186  
Oil, adding  187 
Oil additives  187 
Oil change  187 
Oil change interval, service re‐ quirements  78 
Oil filler neck  187 
Oil types, alternative  187 
Oil types, approved  187 
Old batteries, disposal  196 
Onboard Diagnostics OBD  190 
Onboard monitor, refer to Control Display  16 
Onboard vehicle tool kit  192 
Opening/closing from in‐ side  37 
Opening/closing via door lock  36 
Opening/closing with remote control  34 
Operating concept, iDrive  16 
Optional equipment, standard equipment  6 
Outside air, refer to Automatic recirculated-air control  142 
Overheating of engine, refer to Coolant temperature  77 
Overtaking prohibitions  79 P
Paint, vehicle  204 
Panic mode  35 
Parallel parking assistant  134 
Park Distance Control PDC  126 
Parked-car ventilation  144 
Parked vehicle, condensa‐ tion  160 
Parking aid, refer to PDC  126 
Parking assistant  134 
Parking brake  62 
Parking lamps  86 
Parking lamps and roadside parking lamps, refer to Light-
emitting diodes, LEDs  193 
Parking with Auto Hold  63 
Passenger side mirror, tilting downward  52 
Pathway lines, backup cam‐ era  130  
PDC Park Distance Con‐ trol  126  
Pedestrian detection, refer to Night Vision  103 
People detection, refer to Night Vision  103 
Personal Profile  31 
Pinch protection system, glass sunroof  44 
Pinch protection system, win‐ dows  42 
Plastic, care  205 
Power failure  196 
Power sunroof, glass  43 
Power windows  41 
Pressure, tire air pres‐ sure  173 
Pressure warning FTM, tires  97 
Profile, refer to Personal Pro‐ file  31 
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