Via direct channel entry1."Radio"2."Satellite radio"3. "Set channel"4.Turn the controller until the desired chan‐
nel is reached and press the controller.
Storing a channel
1."Radio"2."Satellite radio"3.If necessary, open "All channels" or the de‐
sired category.4.Select the desired channel.5.Press the controller again.6.Press the controller again to confirm the
highlighted channel.7.Select the desired memory location.
The channels are stored for the remote control
currently in use.
The channels can also be stored on the pro‐
grammable memory buttons, refer to page 22.
Changing the list view
The list view changes every time the first sym‐
bol on the navigation bar is pressed.
Information on the channel is displayed.
SymbolMeaning Channel name Artist TrackSelecting a category1."Radio"2."Satellite radio"3. "Category"4.Select the desired category.
Timeshift
Approx. one hour of the program being broad‐
cast on the channel currently being listened to
is stored in a buffer. Prerequisite: the signal
must be available.
The stored audio track can be played with a
delay following the live broadcast. When the
buffer is full, the older tracks are overwritten.
The buffer is cleared when a new channel is
selected.
Opening the timeshift function
1."Radio"2."Satellite radio"3. "Replay - Time shift"▷The red arrow shows the current playback
position.▷The time difference to the live broadcast is
displayed next to the buffer bar.▷For live transmissions "live".
Timeshift menu
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If there is no message, the system changes to
the My Favorites category. All favorites cur‐
rently being broadcast can be selected from a
list.
Managing the favorites
Activating/deactivating the favorites
Favorites can be activated and deactivated
globally and individually.1."Satellite radio"2. "Manage favorites"3.Select "Activate alert" or the desired favor‐
ites.
The setting is stored for the remote control
currently in use.
Deleting favorites
1."Satellite radio"2. "Manage favorites"3.Highlight the desired favorite.4.Open "Options".5."Delete entry"
Traffic Jump Traffic and weather information for a selected
region is broadcast every few minutes.
Selecting a region
1."Radio"2."Satellite radio"3.Open "Options".4."Set jump"5.Select the desired region.
The region is stored for the remote control cur‐
rently in use.
Activating/deactivating the jump
1."Radio"2."Satellite radio"3. "Jump to:"Information for the selected region is broad‐
cast as soon as it is available.
A new panel opens.
Canceling the Traffic Jump: "Cancel".SymbolMeaning Information will be broadcast
shortly. Information is currently being
broadcast.
Select one of the symbols to deactivate Traffic
Jump.
Automatic update
About twice a year, Sirius performs an update
of the channel names and positions. The up‐
date takes place automatically and may take
several minutes.
Notes
▷Reception may not be available in some
situations, such as under certain environ‐
mental or topographic conditions. The sat‐
ellite radio has no influence on this.▷The signal may not be available in tunnels
or underground garages; next to tall build‐
ings; or near trees, mountains or other
powerful sources of radio interference.
Stored stations
General information It is possible to store up to 40 stations.
Calling up a station
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nected mobile phone from the vehicle and
pair and connect only one mobile phone.
The mobile phone no longer reacts.
▷Switch the mobile phone off and on again.▷Is the ambient temperature too high or
low? Do not expose the mobile phone to
extreme environmental conditions.
The telephone functions are not available.
▷Is the mobile phone paired as an additional
telephone and is the additional telephone
function deactivated? Activate the func‐
tion.▷Is an outgoing call not possible? Connect
the mobile phone as a telephone.
No phone book entries or only some phone
book entries are displayed, or they are incom‐
plete.
▷Transmission of the phone book entries is
not yet complete.▷It is possible that only the phone book en‐
tries of the mobile phone or the SIM card
are transmitted.▷It may not be possible to display phone
book entries with special characters.▷The number of phone book entries to be
stored is too high.▷Is the data volume of the contact too large,
e. g., due to stored information such as
notes? Reduce the data volume of the con‐
tact.▷Is the mobile phone connected as an audio
source or additional telephone? The mo‐
bile phone must be connected as a tele‐
phone.
The phone connection quality is poor.
▷The strength of the Bluetooth signal on the
mobile phone can be adjusted, depending
on the mobile phone.▷Insert the mobile phone into the snap-in
adapter or place it in the area of the center
console.▷Adjust the volume of the microphone and
loudspeakers separately.
If all points in this list have been checked and
the required function is still not available, con‐
tact Customer Relations or the service center.
Controls
Adjusting the volume
Turn the knob until the desired volume is se‐
lected. The setting is stored for the remote
control currently in use.
The vehicle automatically adjusts the volume
of the microphone on the telephone and the
volume of the called party. Depending on the
mobile phone, the volumes may need to be ad‐
justed. The settings can only be created during
a call and must be adjusted separately for each
telephone. The settings are deleted when the
telephone is unpaired.
1."Settings"2."Tone"3."Volume settings"4.Select the desired setting: "Microphone"
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If a second call comes in during an ongoing
call, a call waiting signal is sounded.
"Accept"
The call is accepted and the existing call is put
on hold.
Establishing a second call
Establish an additional call during an active
call.
1."Telephone"2."Active calls"3. "Hold"
The existing call is put on hold.4.Dial the new phone number or select it
from a list.
"Return"
The call on hold is resumed.
Switching between two calls, hold call The active call is displayed in color.
The call on hold is displayed in gray.
"Swap calls"
The call on hold is resumed.
Establishing a conference call Two calls can be connected to a single tele‐
phone conference call.
1.Establish two calls.2. "Conference call"When terminating a conference call, both calls
are ended. If one call is terminated by another
party, the other call can be continued.
Switching the microphone to mute When a call is active, the microphone can be
muted.1."Telephone"2."Active calls"3. "Microphone mute"
A microphone that has been switched to mute
is automatically reactivated:
▷When a new connection is established.▷When switching between call parties.
DTMF suffix dialing
DTMF suffix dialing can be used for gaining ac‐
cess to network services or for controlling de‐
vices, e.g., to make a remote inquiry of an an‐
swering machine. The DTMF code is needed
for this purpose.
1."Telephone"2.Select the contact from a list or "Dial
number".3. "Keypad dialing"4.Enter the DTMF code via iDrive.
Phone book
Displays The phone book accesses the contacts and
shows all contacts for which a phone number
has been stored. The entries can be selected
to make a call.
1."Telephone"2."Phone book"
A symbol indicates the storage location of the
contacts.
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Removing the headlamp cover
The high beam bulbs can be replaced via the
engine compartment, and the low beam and
turn signal bulbs can be replaced via a folding
cover in the wheel arch.1High beam cover2Low beam cover3Turn signal bulb socket
To remove the covers:
▷High beams: fold out the bracket, arrow 4,
and take the cover out of the guide.▷Low beams: unscrew the cover, arrow 5.
Attach the covers carefully
When attaching the covers, proceed
carefully; otherwise, leaks may occur, causing
damage to the headlamp system.◀
Proceed in reverse order when attaching the
covers.
Access via the wheel arch For low beams and turn signals only:
1.Turn the wheel inward.2.Open the folding cover in the wheel arch.
To open the locks, turn them counter‐clockwise all the way using a coin, for ex‐
ample.
Halogen headlamps
Low beams and high beams Wear protective goggles and gloves
Halogen bulbs are pressurized. There‐
fore, wear protective goggles and gloves. Oth‐
erwise, there is a danger of injuries if the bulb
is accidentally damaged during replacement.◀
The low beams and high beams have separate
covers.
H7 bulb, 55 watt
1.Switch off the lamps and take the remote
control out of the ignition lock.2.Low beam: open the folding cover in the
wheel arch, refer to page 251.3.Remove the corresponding cover, refer to
page 251.4.Unplug the connector from the bulb.5.Slide the wire bracket sideways out of the
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Turn signals, front21-watt bulb, PY21W1.Switch off the lamps and take the remote
control out of the ignition lock.2.Open the folding cover in the wheel arch,
refer to page 251.3.Turn the turn signal bulb socket 1 to the
left and remove it.4.Apply gentle pressure to the bulb while
turning it to the left for removal and re‐
placement.5.Insert the turn signal bulb socket 1 and
turn it all the way to the right.6.Attach the folding cover in the wheel arch.
Turn signal in exterior mirror
Follow the general instructions on lamps and
bulbs, refer to page 250.
The turn signals in the exterior mirrors use
LED technology.
Contact your service center in the event of a
malfunction.
Tail lamps
The tail lamps consist of two parts. One part is
in the tailgate and the other is in the fender.
P21W bulbs, 21 watt
1Backup lamp2Roadside parking lamp/tail lamp LED3Brake lamp4Turn signal5Inner brake lamp
If bulb 2 is defective, please contact the serv‐
ice center.
Lamps in fender
All bulbs are integrated in a central bulb holder.
1.Switch off the lamps and take the remote
control out of the ignition lock.2.Press the cover out of the rear cargo area
side trim and remove it.3.Disengage the bulb holder by pressing
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Breakdown assistanceVehicle 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.
Hazard warning flashers
The button for the hazard warning system is
located on the center console.
Do not fold in the exterior mirrors
While driving and when using the turn
signal/hazard warning flashers, do not fold in
the exterior mirrors; otherwise, the additional
turn signal lamps in the exterior mirrors will not
be in the appropriate position and will be diffi‐
cult to detect.◀
Intelligent Emergency
Request
Requirements
▷Radio readiness is switched on.▷The Assist system is operable.▷The SIM card integrated in the vehicle is
activated.▷ConnectedDrive subscription is available.
Only press the SOS button in an emergency.
Emergency Request not guaranteed
For technical reasons, the Emergency
Request cannot be guaranteed under unfavor‐
able conditions.◀
Initiating an Emergency Request
1.Press the cover briefly to open it.2.Press the SOS button until the LED in the
button lights up.▷The LED lights up: an Emergency Request
was initiated.
If the circumstances allow this, remain in
the vehicle until the connection has been
established.▷The LED flashes if the connection to the
BMW Assist Response Center has been
established.
Once the BMW Response Center has re‐
ceived your Emergency Request, the BMW
Response Center contacts you and takes
further steps to help you.
Even if you are unable to respond, the
BMW Response Center can take further
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other attempt in order to allow the dis‐
charged battery to recharge.3.Let both engines run for several minutes.4.Disconnect the jumper cables in the re‐
verse order.
Check the battery and recharge if necessary.
Tow-starting and towing Observe applicable laws and regulations
Observe applicable laws and regulations
for tow-starting and towing.◀
No additional passengers
Do not transport any passengers other
than the driver in a vehicle that is being
towed.◀
Automatic transmission, 8-gear:
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 load‐
ing platform only; otherwise, damage may oc‐
cur.◀
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 your vehicle
Observe before towing your vehicle Light towing vehicle
The towing vehicle must not be lighter
than your vehicle, or it will not be possible to
control vehicle response.◀
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.◀
Automatic transmission, 6-gear Selector lever in position N.
Adhere to the towing speed and distance
Do not exceed a towing speed of
40 mph/70 km/h and a towing distance of
90 miles/150 km or damage to the transmis‐
sion can occur.◀
Being towed Follow the towing instructions
Follow all towing instructions, or vehicle
damage or accidents may occur.◀▷Make sure that the ignition is switched on;
otherwise, the low beams, tail lamps, turn
signals, and windshield wipers may be un‐
available.▷Do not tow the vehicle with the rear axle
tilted, as the front wheels could turn.▷When the engine is stopped, there is no
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