2013 BMW ACTIVEHYBRID5 check engine

Socket for OBD Onboard
Diagnosis
Position
There is an OBD socket on the driver's side for
checking the primary components in the vehicle
emissions.
Emissions
▷The warning lamp lights up:
Emissions are deteriorating. Have
the vehicle checked as soon as pos‐
sible.
Canadian model: warning light indi‐
cates the engine symbol.▷The warning lamp flashes under certain cir‐
cumstances:
This indicates that there is excessive misfir‐
ing in the engine.
Reduce the vehicle speed and have the sys‐
tem checked immediately; otherwise, seri‐
ous engine misfiring within a brief period can
seriously damage emission control compo‐
nents, in particular the catalytic converter.
Fuel cap
The indicator lamp lights up.
If the fuel cap is not properly tightened,
the OBD system may conclude that fuel
vapor is escaping. If the cap is then tightened,
the display should go out in a short time.
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55-watt bulb, H71.Fold open the cover in the engine compart‐
ment.2.Unscrew the cap and remove it.3.Unscrew the bulb holder counterclockwise.4.Remove the bulb and replace it.5.Insert the new bulb and attach the cover in
the reverse order.
Xenon headlamps
Hints
Because of the long life of these bulbs, the like‐
lihood of failure is very low. Switching the lamps
on and off frequently shortens their life.
If a xenon bulb fails, switch on the front fog lamps
and continue the trip with great care. Comply
with local regulations.
Do not perform work/bulb replacement on
xenon headlamps
Have any work on the xenon lighting system, in‐
cluding bulb replacement, performed only by a
service center. Due to the high voltage present
in the system, there is the danger of fatal injuries
if work is carried out improperly.◀
For checking and adjusting headlamp aim,
please contact your BMW center.
Parking lamps and roadside parking lamps,
turn signal lamp
Follow the general instructions on lamps and
bulbs, refer to page 190.
These lights feature LED technology.
Contact your service center in the event of a
malfunction.
Corner-illuminating lamps
Follow the general instructions on lamps and
bulbs, refer to page 190.
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▷The LED flashes when a connection to the
BMW Response Center has been estab‐
lished.
When the emergency request is received at
the BMW Response Center, the BMW Re‐
sponse Center contacts you and takes fur‐
ther steps to help you.
Even if you are unable to respond, the BMW
Response Center can take further steps to
help you under certain circumstances.
For this purpose, data that are used to de‐
termine the necessary rescue measures,
such as the current position of the vehicle if
it can be established, are transmitted to the
BMW Response Center.▷If the LED is flashing but the BMW Response
Center cannot be heard on the hands-free
system, the hands-free system may be mal‐
functioning. However, the BMW Response
Center may still be able to hear you.
Initiating an Emergency Request
automatically
Under certain conditions, an Emergency Re‐
quest is automatically initiated immediately after
a severe accident. Automatic Collision Notifica‐
tion is not affected by pressing the SOS button.
Warning triangle
The warning triangle is located in the container
on the inside of the trunk lid.
Unscrew the wing nut to open.
First aid kit
The first aid kit is located in the container on the
inside of the trunk lid.
Unscrew the wing nut to open.
Some of the articles have a limited service life.
Check the expiration dates of the contents reg‐
ularly and replace any expired items promptly.
Roadside Assistance
Service availability
Roadside Assistance can be reached around the
clock in many countries. You can obtain assis‐
tance there in the event of a vehicle breakdown.
Roadside Assistance
The Roadside Assistance phone number can be
viewed on the iDrive or a connection to Roadside
Assistance can be established directly. Phone,
see user's manual for Navigation, Entertainment
and Communication.
Jump-starting
Notes
If the battery is discharged, an engine can be
started using the battery of another vehicle and
two jumper cables. Only use jumper cables with
fully insulated clamp handles.
To prevent personal injury or damage to both
vehicles, adhere strictly to the following proce‐
dure.
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Do not touch live parts
To avoid the risk of potentially fatal injury,
always avoid all contact with electrical compo‐
nents while the engine is running.◀
Preparation1.Check whether the battery of the other ve‐
hicle has a voltage of 12 volts. This informa‐
tion can be found on the battery.2.Switch off the engine of the assisting vehi‐
cle.3.Switch off any electronic systems/power
consumers in both vehicles.
Bodywork contact between vehicles
Make sure that there is no contact be‐
tween the bodywork of the two vehicles; other‐
wise, there is the danger of short circuits.◀
Starting aid terminals Connecting order
Connect the jumper cables in the correct
order; otherwise, there is the danger of injury
from sparking.◀
The so-called starting aid terminal in the engine
compartment acts as the battery's positive ter‐
minal.
The body ground or a special nut acts as the
battery negative terminal.
Connecting the cables Be careful not to swap over the positive
and negative connector terminals
Do not swap over the positive and negative ter‐
minals of the connectors, otherwise there is a
danger that components of the hybrid system or
the vehicle electronics may be irreparably dam‐
aged.
Take note of the label next to the positive ter‐
minal.◀
Before you begin, switch off all unnecessary
electronic systems/power consumers, such as
the radio, on the assisting and receiving vehi‐
cles.
1.Pull off the cap of the BMW starting aid ter‐
minal.2.Attach one terminal clamp of the positive
jumper cable to the positive terminal of the
battery, or to the corresponding starting aid
terminal of the vehicle providing assistance.3.Attach the terminal clamp on the other end
of the cable to the positive terminal of the
battery, or to the corresponding starting aid
terminal of the vehicle to be started.4.Attach one terminal clamp of the negative
jumper cable to the negative terminal of the
battery, or to the corresponding engine or
body ground of assisting vehicle.5.Attach the second terminal clamp to the
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corresponding engine or body ground of the
vehicle to be started.
Starting the engine
Never use spray fluids to start the engine.
1.Start the engine of the assisting vehicle and
let it run for several minutes at an increased
idle speed.2.Start the engine of the vehicle being started
in the usual way.
If the first starting attempt is not successful,
wait a few minutes before making another
attempt in order to allow the discharged bat‐
tery to recharge.3.Let both engines run for several minutes.4.Disconnect the jumper cables in the reverse
order.
Check the battery and recharge if necessary.
Tow-starting and towing
Automatic transmission: transporting
your vehicle
Note
Your vehicle is not permitted to be towed.
Therefore, contact a service center in the event
of a breakdown.
Do not have the vehicle towed
Have your vehicle transported on a loading
platform only; otherwise, damage may occur.◀
Tow truck
Do not lift the vehicle
Do not lift the vehicle by the tow fitting or
body and chassis parts; otherwise, damage may
result.◀
Use the tow fitting screwed in at the front for
maneuvering the vehicle only.
Towing other vehicles
General information Light towing vehicle
The towing vehicle must not be lighter
than the vehicle being towed; otherwise, it will
not be possible to control the vehicle re‐
sponse.◀
Attaching the tow bar/tow rope correctly
Attach the tow bar or tow rope to the tow
fitting; connecting it to other vehicle parts may
cause damage.◀
▷Switch on the hazard warning system, de‐
pending on local regulations.▷If the electrical system has failed, clearly
identify the vehicle being towed by placing
a sign or a warning triangle in the rear win‐
dow.
Tow bar
The tow fittings used should be on the same
side on both vehicles.
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4.Engage transmission position N.5.Switch the engine off. In this way, the igni‐
tion remains switched on, and a Check-Con‐
trol message is displayed.
Transmission position P with the igni‐
tion off
When the ignition is switched off, position P
is engaged automatically. When in an auto‐
matic car wash, for example, ensure that the
ignition is not switched off accidentally.◀
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 windows,
to minimize loss of visibility due to smearing and
to reduce wiper noises and wiper blade wear.
Vehicle care
Car care products
BMW 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 dan‐
gerous 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 affect
the vehicle's paintwork. Tailor the frequency
and extent of your car care to these influences.
Aggressive substances such as spilled fuel, oil,
grease or bird droppings must be removed im‐
mediately to prevent the finish from being al‐
tered 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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tainment and Communica‐
tion
BMW Homepage 6
BMW Internet page 6
BMW maintenance sys‐ tem 188
Bonus range, ECO PRO 168
Bottle holder, refer to Cu‐ pholder 154
Brake assistant 117
Brake discs, breaking in 158
Brake force display 115
Brake lamps, brake force dis‐ play 115
Brake lamps, bulb replace‐ ment 195
Brake lights, adaptive 115
Brake pads, breaking in 158
Braking, notes 161
Breakdown assis‐ tance 198, 199
Breaking in 158
Brightness of Control Dis‐ play 92
Bulb replacement 190
Bulb replacement, front 191
Bulb replacement, rear 194
Bulbs and lamps 190
Button assignment for remote control 34
Button, Start/Stop 66
Bypassing, refer to Jump- starting 199
C
California Proposition 65 Warning 7
Camera, backup camera 127
Camera, care 207
Camera, Side View 131
Camera, Top View 129
Can holder, refer to Cu‐ pholder 154
Car battery 196
Car care products 205 Care, displays 207
Care, vehicle 205
Cargo 163
Cargo area lid 41
Cargo area, storage compart‐ ments 155
Cargo straps, securing cargo 164
Car key, refer to Remote con‐ trol 34
Carpet, care 206
Car wash 204
Catalytic converter, refer to Hot exhaust system 160
CBS Condition Based Serv‐ ice 188
CD/Multimedia, see user's manual for Navigation, Enter‐
tainment and Communica‐
tion
Center armrest 153
Center console 16
Central locking system 38
Central screen, refer to Control Display 18
Changes, technical, refer to Safety 7
Changing parts 190
Changing wheels 196
Changing wheels/tires 179
CHARGE, energy recovery 70
Charge indicator, high-voltage battery 84
Check Control 80
Children, seating position 62
Children, transporting safely 62
Child restraint fixing sys‐ tem 62
Child restraint fixing system LATCH 63
Child restraint fixing systems, mounting 62
Child safety locks 65
Child seat, mounting 62
Child seats 62 Chrome parts, care 206
Cigarette lighter 148
Cleaning, displays 207
Climate control 138
Climate control wind‐ shield 160
Clock 83
Closing/opening from in‐ side 41
Closing/opening via door lock 40
Closing/opening with remote control 38
Clothes hooks 154
Coasting 69
Collision warning 107
Combination switch, refer to Turn signals 72
Combination switch, refer to Wiper system 73
Combustion engine, start‐ ing 68
COMFORT+ program, Driving Dynamics Control 120
Comfort Access 44
COMFORT program, Driving Dynamics Control 120
Computer 89
Condensation on win‐ dows 139
Condensation under the vehi‐ cle 162
Condition Based Service CBS 188
Confirmation signal 39
ConnectedDrive, see user's manual for Navigation, Enter‐
tainment and Communica‐
tion
Contact with water, hybrid system 203
Control Display 18
Control Display, settings 91
Controller 18
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ESP Electronic Stability Pro‐gram, refer to DSC 117
Exchanging wheels/tires 179
Exhaust system 160
Exterior mirror, automatic dim‐ ming feature 60
Exterior mirrors 59
External start 199
External temperature dis‐ play 83
External temperature warn‐ ing 83
Eyes for securing cargo 164
F
Failure message, refer to Check Control 80
False alarm, refer to Uninten‐ tional alarm 47
Fan, refer to Air flow 139
Fault displays, refer to Check Control 80
Filler neck for engine oil 185
Fine wood, care 206
First aid kit 199
Fitting for towing, refer to Tow fitting 202
Flat tire, changing wheels 196
Flat Tire Monitor FTM 105
Flat tire, Tire Pressure Monitor TPM 102
Flat tire, warning lamp 103, 106
Flooding 161
Floor carpet, care 206
Floor mats, care 206
Fold-out position, windshield wipers 75
Foot brake 161
Front airbags 99
Front fog lamps 97
Front fog lamps, front, bulb re‐ placement 194
Front lamps 191 Front passenger airbags, au‐
tomatic deactivation 101
Front passenger airbags, indi‐ cator lamp 101
FTM Flat Tire Monitor 105
Fuel cap 172
Fuel consumption, refer to Average fuel consump‐
tion 89
Fuel filler flap 172
Fuel gauge 83
Fuel quality 174
Fuel, tank capacity 212
Functions, hybrid system 29
Fuse 197
G
Garage door opener, refer to Integrated universal remote
control 146
Gasoline 174
Gasoline quality 174
Gear change, automatic trans‐ mission 76
General driving notes 160
Glass sunroof, powered 49
Glove compartment 152
Gross vehicle weight, ap‐ proved 211
H
Handbrake, refer to Parking brake 70
Hand-held transmitter, alter‐ nating code 147
Hazard warning flashers 198
Head airbags 99
Headlamp control, auto‐ matic 95
Headlamp courtesy delay fea‐ ture 95
Headlamp flasher 73
Headlamp glass 191
Headlamps 191 Headlamps, care 205
Headlamp washer system 73
Headliner 17
Head restraints 51
Head restraints, front 56
Head restraints, rear 57
Head-Up Display 136
Head-up Display, care 207
Heavy cargo, stowing 164
Height, vehicle 210
High-beam Assistant 96
High beams 73
High beams/low beams, refer to High-beam Assistant 96
High-voltage battery, charge indicator 84
Hills 161
Hill start assistant, refer to Drive-off assistant 117
Hints 6
Holder for beverages 154
Homepage 6
Hood 182
Horn 14
Hotel function, trunk lid 43
Hot exhaust system 160
HUD Head-Up Display 136
Hybrid system, at a glance 29
Hybrid system, automatic de‐ activation 203
Hybrid system, contact with water 203
Hybrid system, displays 84
Hybrid system, driving tips 158
Hybrid system, safety 202
Hydroplaning 160
I
Ice warning, refer to External temperature warning 83
Icy roads, refer to External temperature warning 83
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