Comfortable interior climateFor almost all conditions, the AUTO program
4 offers the optimum air distribution and air
flow rate, refer to AUTO program below. Select
a comfortable interior temperature only.
The following sections contain more detailed
information on the available setting options.
Most of these settings are stored for the re‐
mote control currently in use, Personal Profile
settings, refer to page 31.
Manual air distribution
Press the buttons repeatedly to select a pro‐
gram:▷Windows.▷Upper body region.▷Footwell.
The programs can be combined as necessary.
Temperature Turn the wheel to set the de‐
sired temperature.
The automatic climate control
achieves this temperature as
quickly as possible, if necessary
with the maximum cooling or heating capacity,
and then keeps it constant.
Avoid rapidly switching between different tem‐
perature settings. The automatic climate con‐
trol will not have sufficient time to adjust the
set temperature.
Maximum heating power can be obtained with
the highest setting, regardless of the external
temperature.
At the lowest setting, cooling is continuous, re‐
gardless of the external temperature.
Maximum cooling
Press the button.
The system is set to the lowest tem‐
perature, maximum air volume and recircu‐
lated-air mode.
Air flows out of the vents for the upper body
region. Open them for this purpose.
Air is cooled as quickly as possible:▷At an external temperature of approx.
32 ℉/0 ℃.▷When the engine is running.
AUTO program
Press the button.
Air volume, air distribution, and tem‐
perature are controlled automatically.
Depending on the selected temperature,
AUTO intensity, and outside influences, the air
is directed to the windshield, side windows,
upper body, and into the footwell.
The cooling function is switched on automati‐
cally with the AUTO program.
At the same time, a condensation sensor con‐
trols the program in such a way that window
condensation is prevented as much as possi‐
ble.
To switch off the program: press the button
again or manually adjust the air distribution.
Intensity of the AUTO programWith the AUTO program switched on, auto‐
matic control of the air volume and air distribu‐
tion can be adjusted.
Press the left or right side of the but‐
ton: decrease or increase the inten‐
sity.
The selected intensity is shown on the display
of the automatic climate control.
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Rear window defrosterPress the button.
The rear window defroster switches
off automatically after a certain period of time.
Switching the system on/off
Switching off Press and hold the left button or, with
the setting at the lowest level, press
the left button.
All displays are cleared except for the rear win‐
dow defroster if it is switched on.
When the automatic climate control is
switched off, the supply of outside air is sus‐
pended. If the air quality deteriorates or the
window fogs over, switch the system back on
and increase the air flow rate.
Switching on Press any button, except for the buttons for
the ALL program or rear window heating.
Ventilation1Use the thumbwheels to smoothly open
and close the air vents2Use the lever to change the direction of the
air flow
Ventilation for cooling
Adjust the vent to direct the air in your direc‐
tion, e.g., if the vehicle interior is hot from the
sun.
Draft-free ventilation
Adjust the vent to let the air flow past you.
Microfilter/activated-charcoal filter
The microfilter traps dust and pollen in the in‐
coming air.
The activated-charcoal filter removes gaseous
pollutants from the outside air that enters the
vehicle.
Your service center replaces this combined fil‐
ter during routine maintenance.
Parked-car ventilation The conceptThe parked-car ventilation blows air into the
passenger compartment to lower interior tem‐
peratures.
The system can be switched on and off at any
external temperature, either directly or by us‐
ing a preset switch-on time. It remains
switched on for 30 minutes.
Since the system uses a substantial amount of
electrical current, refrain from activating it
twice in succession without allowing the bat‐
tery to be recharged in normal operation be‐
tween use.
Open the vents to allow air to flow out.
They can be operated via iDrive.
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LoadingVehicle equipment
This chapter describes all series equipment as
well as country-specific and special equipment
offered for this model series.Therefore, it also
describes equipment that may not be found in
your vehicle, for instance due to the selected
special equipment or the country version. This
also applies to safety-related functions and
systems.
General information Overloading the vehicle
To avoid exceeding the approved carry‐
ing capacity of the tires, never overload the ve‐
hicle. Overloading can lead to overheating and
increases the rate at which damage develops
inside the tires. This could result in a sudden
loss of tire inflation pressure.◀
No fluids in the cargo area
Make sure that fluids do not leak into the
cargo area; otherwise, the vehicle may be dam‐
aged.◀
Determining the load limit1.Locate the following statement on your ve‐
hicle’s placard:▷The combined weight of occupants
and cargo should never exceed XXX kgor YYY lbs. Otherwise, damage to the
vehicle and unstable driving situations
may result.2.Determine the combined weight of the
driver and passengers that will be riding in
your vehicle.3.Subtract the combined weight of the driver
and passengers from XXX kilograms or
YYY pounds.4.The resulting figure equals the available
amount of cargo and luggage load ca‐
pacity.
For example, if the YYY amount equals
1,000 lbs and there will be four 150 lbs
passengers in your vehicle, the amount of
available cargo and luggage load capacity
is 400 lbs: 1,000 lbs minus 600 lbs =
400 lbs.5.Determine the combined weight of lug‐
gage and cargo being loaded on the vehi‐
cle. That weight may not safely exceed the
available cargo and luggage load capacity
calculated in Step 4.6.If your vehicle will be towing a trailer, load
from your trailer will be transfered to your
vehicle. Consult the manual for transport‐
ing a trailer to determine how this may re‐
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Use coasting conditions
When approaching a red light, take your foot
off the accelerator and let the vehicle coast to
a halt.
On a downhill gradient, take your foot off the
accelerator and let the vehicle roll.
The flow of fuel is interrupted while coasting.
Switch off the engine during longer stops
Switch off the engine during longer stops, e.g.,
at traffic lights, railroad crossings or in traffic
congestion.
Automatic Engine Start/Stop Function The Automatic Start/Stop Function of your ve‐
hicle automatically switches off the engine
during a stop. Additional information on the
Automatic Engine Start/Stop Function, refer to
page 59.
If the engine is stopped and then started again,
fuel consumption and emissions drop com‐
pared to an engine that runs permanently.
Stopping the engine even for just a few sec‐
onds can result in savings.
Use of this system can cause premature wear
on certain vehicle components.
In addition, fuel consumption depends on
other factors as well, such as driving style, road
conditions, maintenance, and environmental
factors.
Switch off any functions that
are not currently needed
Functions such as seat heating and the rear
window defroster require a lot of energy and
consume additional fuel, especially in city and
stop-and-go traffic.
Therefore, switch off these functions if they
are not actually needed.Have maintenance carried
out
Have vehicles maintained regularly to achieve
optimal vehicle economy and operating life.
Have the maintenance carried out by your
service center.
Please also note the BMW Maintenance Sys‐
tem, refer to page 247.
ECO PRO
The concept ECO PRO supports the driver in achieving high
fuel economy. Engine control and comfort
functions, such as the climate control system,
are adjusted accordingly.
In addition, situation-related information can
be displayed that helps the driver achieve
lower fuel consumption.
The resulting range extension can be dis‐
played in the instrument cluster.
Activating ECO PRO Press the button; the LED above the
button lights up.
ECO PRO appears in the instrument cluster
and DSC is activated if necessary.
Displays in the instrument cluster
After activation, ECO PRO and the bonus
range are displayed in the instrument cluster.
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Engine coolant, refer to Cool‐ant 246
Engine oil, adding 245
Engine oil, additives, refer to Approved engine oils 245
Engine oil, alternative oil types 245
Engine oil, BMW maintenance system 247
Engine oil change intervals, refer to Service require‐
ments 78
Engine oil, checking the level 243
Engine oil, filling ca‐ pacity 271
Engine oil temperature 72
Engine oil types, alterna‐ tive 245
Engine oil types, ap‐ proved 245
Engine, overheating, refer to Coolant temperature 72
Engine start, assistance 258
Engine, starting 58
Engine, starting– Comfort Access 37
Engine, starting, Start/Stop
button 57
Engine, stopping, Start/Stop button 57
Engine, switching off 59
Environmentally friendly driv‐ ing, refer to Current fuel
consumption 72
Equalizer 164
Equipment, interior 113
ESP Electronic Stability Pro‐ gram, refer to Dynamic Sta‐
bility Control DSC 97
Exchanging wheels/tires 239
Exhaust system 130
Exterior mirrors 49
Exterior mirrors, adjusting 49
Exterior mirrors, automatic dimming 50
Exterior mirrors, automatic
heating 50
Exterior mirrors, folding in and out 50
External audio device 124
External devices 184
External temperature dis‐ play 71
External temperature display– Changing the unit of meas‐
ure 75– On computer 75
External temperature warn‐
ing 71
Externel temperature dis‐ play 71
Eyes for securing cargo 135
F
Fader 164
Failure messages, refer to Check Control 80
False alarm
– Avoiding unintentional
alarms 40– Ending an alarm 39
Fastening safety belts, refer
to Safety belts 46
Fault messages, refer to Check Control 80
Filling capacities 271
Filter
– Refer to Microfilter/acti‐
vated-charcoal filter with
automatic climate con‐
trol 111
Fine wood, care 265
First aid kit 258
Fitting for towing 262
Flashing when locking/ unlocking 33
Flat Tire Monitor FTM 91
Flat Tire Monitor FTM, snow chains 241
Flat tire, run-flat tires 240
Flat tire, Tire Pressure Moni‐
tor TPM 93
Flat tire, warning lamp 92, 94
Flat tire, wheel change 254
Flooding, refer to Driving through water 131
Floor carpet, care 265
Floor mats, care 265
FM/AM station 166
Fog lamps 86
Fog lamps, indicator lamp 86
Foldable rear seat back‐ rest 118
Foot brake 131
Footwell lamps, refer to Inte‐ rior lamps 87
For your own safety 6
Four-wheel drive, refer to xDrive 99
Front airbags 88
Front fog lamps 86
FTM Flat Tire Monitor 91
Fuel 230
Fuel– Refer to Average fuel con‐
sumption 73
Fuel, additives 230
Fuel, average consump‐ tion 73
Fuel cap 228
Fuel cap, closing 228
Fuel consumption display
– Average fuel consump‐
tion 73
Fuel consumption display,
current fuel consump‐
tion 72
Fuel-efficient driving, refer to Current fuel consump‐
tion 72
Fuel filler flap, closing 228
Fuel filler flap, opening 228
Fuel filler flap, unlocking in case of an electrical mal‐
function 229
Fuel gauge 72
Fuel, saving 137
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Fuel tank capacity, refer toFilling capacities 271
Fuel tank contents, refer to Filling capacities 271
Fuel tank, refer to Filling ca‐ pacities 271
Fuse 256
G
Garage door opener, refer to Universal Garage Door
Opener 113
Gasoline 230
Gasoline gauge, refer to Fuel gauge 72
Gasoline quality 230
Gas station recommenda‐ tion 155
Gear change– Automatic transmission with
Steptronic 66
Gear change, automatic
transmission with Step‐
tronic 69
Gear change, via shift pad‐ dles 69
Gear display, automatic trans‐ mission with Steptronic 65
General driving notes 130
Glass sunroof, electric
– Convenient operation 32– Remote control 32
Glass sunroof, refer to Panor‐
amic glass sunroof 41
Glove compartment 123
Glove compartment, light‐ ing 123
GPS navigation, refer to Navi‐ gation system 142
Gross vehicle weight, refer to Weights 270
H
Halogen headlamps
– Bulb replacement 251Hand-held transmitter, alter‐
nating code 114
Hands-free microphone 16
Hazard warning sys‐ tem 16, 257
HDC Hill Descent Control 99
HD Radio 167
Head airbags 88
Headlamp control, auto‐ matic 83, 84
Headlamp courtesy delay fea‐ ture 84
Headlamp cover, remov‐ ing 251
Headlamp flasher 62, 85
Headlamp flasher, indicator lamp 15
Headlamps 83
Headlamps– Bulb replacement 251
Headlamps, care 264
Headlamps, cleaning 64
Headlamps, cleaning, washer
fluid 65
Headliner 17
Head restraints 47
Head restraints
– Adjusting the height 47– Removing 48
Heating
– Rear window 111– Seats 46
Heating, mirrors 50
Heavy cargo, refer to Stowing cargo 135
Height adjustment
– Seats 44
Height, refer to Dimen‐
sions 270
High-beam Assistant 85
High beams 85
High beams
– Bulb replacement 251
High beams/low beams, auto‐
matic, refer to High-beam
Assistant 85
High beams, indicator
lamp 15
High-pressure washers 263
Hill Descent Control HDC 99
Hill drive-off assistant, refer to Drive-off assistant 100
Hills 132
Holder for beverages 125
Holder for remote control, re‐ fer to Ignition lock 57
Homepage 6
Hood 242
Hood, opening 242
Horn 12
Hot exhaust system 130
Hotline 223
House number, entering for navigation 145
Hydraulic brake assistant 97
Hydroplaning 131
I Ice warning, refer to External temperature warning 71
Icy roads, refer to External temperature warning 71
Identification marks, tires 237
Identification number, refer to Engine compartment 242
iDrive 18
iDrive– Changing settings 77– Changing the date and
time 76– Changing the language 77– Changing the units of meas‐
ure and display format 75– Setting the brightness 78
Ignition 58
Ignition key position 1, refer to Radio ready state 57
Ignition key position 2, refer to Ignition on 58
Ignition key, refer to Remote control with integrated
key 30
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Locking the vehicle– From the inside 35– From the outside 32
Locks, doors, and win‐
dows 55
Longlife oils, alternative oil types 245
Longlife oils, refer to Ap‐ proved engine oils 245
Low beams 83
Low beams
– Automatic 84– Bulb replacement 251
Low beams, automatic 83
Low beams, automatic, refer to High-beam Assistant 85
Lower back support, refer to Lumbar support 45
Luggage rack
– Rear luggage rack 136
Luggage rack, refer to Roof-
mounted luggage rack 136
Lumbar support 45
M
Main inspection, refer to Service requirements 78
Maintenance 247
Maintenance, refer to Service booklet
Maintenance, refer to Service requirements 78
Maintenance require‐ ments 247
Maintenance system BMW 247
Malfunction
– Automatic transmission with
Steptronic 67– Door lock 34– Fuel filler flap 229– Tailgate 36
Malfunction warnings, refer to
Check Control 80
Manual air distribution 109
Manual mode, automatic
transmission with Step‐
tronic 66, 69
Manual operation– Door lock 34– Driver's door 34– Selector lever lock, auto‐
matic transmission 67
Manual operation, fuel filler
flap 229
Map, destination entry 149
Map display in black and white 158
Map in split screen 157
Map view 155
Marking on approved tires 240
Master key, refer to Remote control with integrated
key 30
Maximum cooling 109
Maximum speed, winter tires 240
Medical kit, refer to First aid kit 258
Memory, refer to Seat and mirror memory 48
Menus, operating, iDrive 18
Menus, refer to iDrive operat‐ ing concept 19
Message list, traffic bulle‐ tins 157
Messages 212
Microfilter
– With automatic climate con‐
trol 111
Minimum tread, tires 238
Mirror
– Mirror memory, refer to Seat
and mirror memory 48
Mirrors 49
Mirrors
– Automatic Curb Monitor 49
Mirrors, folding in and out 50
Mirrors, heating 50
Mirrors, interior mirror 50
Mobile communication devi‐
ces in the vehicle 131
Mobile phone, installation lo‐ cation, refer to Center arm‐
rest 124
Mobile phone, refer to Tele‐ phone 196
Modifications, technical, refer to Safety 6
Monitor, refer to Control Dis‐ play 18
Mounting of child restraint fix‐ ing systems 52
MP3 player 184
Multimedia 174
Music collection 179
Music search 181
Music, storing 179
N
Navigation 142
Navigation data 142
Navigation data, updat‐ ing 142
Navigation system– Destination entry by
voice 150
Neck restraints, refer to Head
restraints 47
Nets, refer to Storage com‐ partments 124
Neutral cleaner, care 265
New wheels and tires 239
Notes 6, 215
Nozzles, refer to Ventila‐ tion 111
O OBD Onboard Diagnos‐ tics 248
OBD socket, refer to Socket for OBD Onboard Diagno‐
sis 248
Octane number, refer to Fuel quality 230
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Octane rating, refer to Gaso‐line quality 230
Odometer 71
Office 209
Oil additives 245
Oil consumption 243
Oil level 243
Oil, refer to Engine oil 243
Oil types, alternative 245
Oil types, approved 245
Old batteries, disposal 255
Onboard Diagnostics OBD 248
Onboard monitor, refer to Control Display 18
Onboard vehicle tool kit 249
Opening and closing– Comfort Access 37– From the inside 35– From the outside 32– Using the door lock 34– Using the remote control 32
Operating concept, iDrive 18
Outside-air mode
– Automatic climate con‐
trol 110
Outside air, refer to Recircu‐
lated air mode 110
Overheating of engine, refer to Coolant temperature 72
P Paint, vehicle 264
Pairing, mobile phone 197
Panic mode 33
Panoramic glass sunroof
– Convenient operation 32– Initializing 43– Opening, closing 42– Pinch protection 42– Power failure 43– Remote control 32– Tilting 42
Park Distance Control
PDC 103
Parked-car ventilation 111
Parked vehicle, condensa‐
tion 132
Parking aid, refer to Park Dis‐ tance Control PDC 103
Parking assistant, refer to Park Distance Control
PDC 103
Parking brake, refer to Hand‐ brake 61
Parking lamps 83
Parking lamps/low beams 83
Parking lamps, bulb replace‐ ment 252
Passenger airbags, deactivat‐ ing 89
Passenger side mirror, tilt‐ ing 49
PDC Park Distance Con‐ trol 103
Performance Control 99
Personal information 209
Personal Profile 30
Pinch protection– Panoramic glass sunroof 42– Windows 41
Plastic, care 265
Pollen
– Refer to Microfilter/acti‐
vated-charcoal filter with
automatic climate con‐
trol 111
Poor road operation 132
Position, storing 146
Postal code, entering in navi‐ gation 145
Power windows
– Safety switch 41
Power windows, opening and
closing 40
Power windows, refer to Win‐ dows 40
Prescribed engine oils, refer to Approved engine oils 245
Pressure, tires 232
Pressure warning, tires 91
Profile depth, refer to Mini‐ mum tread depth 238
Profile, tires 238
Programmable memory but‐ tons, iDrive 22
Protection function, refer to
Pinch protection– Panoramic glass sunroof 42
Protective function, refer to
Pinch protection
– Windows 41
Push-and-turn switch, refer to
Controller 19
R Radiator fluid, refer to Cool‐ ant 246
Radio-operated key, refer to Remote control with
integrated key 30
Radio ready state 57
Radio ready state, switched off 58
Radio ready state, switched
on 57
Radio setting, refer to Radio ready state 57
Rain sensor 63
Random 175
Random playback 175
Range 73
RDS 167
Reading lamps 87
Reading out loud 216
Rear lamps, refer to Tail lamps 253
Rear seat backrest
– Foldable 118
Rear seats
– Adjusting the backrest
tilt 118– Adjusting the head re‐
straints 48– Folding down 118– Folding down the back‐
rests 118
Rear socket 117
Rearview camera, clean‐
ing 107
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