Instrument cluster1Speedometer2Indicator lamps for turn signals3Indicator/warning lamps 154Tachometer 725Engine oil temperature 726Display for▷Clock 71▷External temperature 71▷Indicator/warning lamps 15▷Cruise control 1037Display for▷Gear display, 8-gear Sport automatic
transmission 65▷Gear display for 7-gear Sport auto‐
matic transmission with dual
clutch 66▷Computer 73▷Date of next scheduled service, and re‐
maining distance to be driven 78▷Odometer and trip odometer 71▷Programs for Dynamic Driving Con‐
trol 100▷High-beam Assistant 87▷Checking engine oil level 236▷Settings and information 75▷ Check Control message
present 828Fuel gauge 729Resetting the trip odometer 71Seite 14At a glanceCockpit14
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Retractable hardtopGeneral information
Adhere to the following instructions:▷It is advisable that you close the retractable
hardtop when you park the vehicle. Not
only does the closed hardtop protect the
vehicle interior against unanticipated
weather damage, it also offers theft protec‐
tion. However, even when the hardtop is
closed, valuables should only be stored in
the locked cargo area.▷Do not attach roof rack systems to the re‐
tractable hardtop, and in particular do not
attach magnetic racks.▷Do not attach rack systems to the trunk lid,
and in particular do not attach magnetic
racks.▷When the retractable hardtop is operated,
the trunk lid swings back and up.
Before operating the retractable hardtop,
ensure that there is enough clearance, e.g.,
in tight parking spaces.▷If you open the hardtop while it is wet, e.g.,
after driving in the rain, water may drip into
the cargo area.
If necessary, remove items from the cargo
area beforehand to avoid water stains or
soiling.▷Opening and closing while the vehicle is
moving can cause air turbulence in the
cargo area.
Properly stow away objects in the cargo
area.▷At temperatures below 14 ℉/-10 ℃, the
retractable hardtop cannot be moved.
A message appears on the Control Display.
Do not touch the mechanism and keep
the opening path clear.
During opening and closing, do not reach into
the mechanism and keep children away from
the opening path of the retractable hardtop;
otherwise, there is the risk of injury.◀
Do not place objects on the retractable
hardtop.
Do not place any objects on the retractable
hardtop or on the trunk lid; otherwise, they
could fall during movements of the retractable
hardtop and cause damage or injury.◀
Before opening and closing Always open or close the hardtop fully.
Do not let the hardtop stop in an inter‐
mediate position when opening or closing.
Otherwise, there is the danger of personal in‐
jury since the hardtop will be lowered automat‐
ically after a few minutes.◀▷Observe the safety precautions above.▷Ensure that the trunk lid is closed.▷The vehicle should be parked on fairly level
ground. Excessive angle is indicated by a
lamp.▷Fold down the cargo area partition and
make sure it engages, refer to the instruc‐
tions below.▷Do not place any objects next to or on the
cargo area partition and close the storage
compartment on the left side of the cargo
area.▷Do not exceed the maximum loading
height under the cargo area partition; refer
to the label in the cargo area showing a line
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Tachometer
Never force the engine speed up into the red
warning field, see arrow. In this range, the fuel
supply is interrupted to protect the engine.
Coolant temperature A warning lamp will come on if the coolant, and
therefore the engine, becomes too hot. In addi‐
tion, a message will appear on the Control Dis‐
play.
Check the coolant level, refer to page 239.
Engine oil temperature▷Cold engine: the pointer is at the low tem‐
perature end. Drive at moderate engine
and vehicle speeds.▷Normal operating temperature: the pointer
is in the middle of the temperature display.▷Hot engine: the pointer is at the high tem‐
perature end. Switch off the engine imme‐
diately and allow it to cool down.
If the engine oil temperature is too high, a mes‐
sage appears on the Control Display.
Check the oil level, refer to page 236.
Fuel gauge
The vehicle inclination may cause the display
to vary.
Notes on refueling, refer to page 224.
Range
After the reserve range is reached:
▷A message is briefly displayed on the Con‐
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Settings and information
Operating concept1Button for:▷Selecting the display▷Setting values2Button for:▷Confirming selected display or set val‐
ues▷Calling up computer information 733With the lights switched on: dimming the
instrument lighting 884Calling up Check Control 825Checking the engine oil level 2366Setting the time 767Setting the date 778Viewing service requirement display 78Exiting displays
The external temperature reading and the time
reappear when you press button 2 or if you
make no entries within approx. 15 seconds. If
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Retreaded tires
Possibly substantial variations in the de‐
sign and age of the tire casing structures can
limit service life and have a negative impact on
road safety.◀
Winter tires
The manufacturer of your vehicle recommends
winter tires for winter roads or at temperatures
below +45 ℉/+7 ℃.
Although so-called all-season M+S tires do
provide better winter traction than summer tires, they do not provide the same level of per‐
formance as winter tires.
Maximum speed of winter tires If the maximum speed of the vehicle is higher
than the permissible speed for the winter tires,
then display a corresponding sign in the field
of vision. You can obtain this sign from the tire
specialist or from your service center.
Maximum speed for winter tires
Do not exceed the maximum speed for
the winter tires; otherwise, tire damage and ac‐
cidents can occur.◀
Run-flat tires For your own safety, only use run-flat tires. No
spare tire is available in the case of a flat tire.
Your service center will be glad to advise you.
Rotating wheels between axlesThe manufacturer of your vehicle advises
against swapping wheels between the front
and rear axles.
This can impair the handling characteristics.
Rotating the tires is not permissible when us‐
ing different types of tires.
Storage
Store wheels and tires in a cool, dry place with
as little exposure to light as possible.Always protect tires against all contact with oil,
grease and fuels.
Do not exceed the maximum tire inflation pres‐
sure indicated on the side wall of the tire.
Snow chains
Only certain fine-link snow chains have been
tested by BMW, classified as safe for use and
recommended. Consult your service center for
more information.
Snow chains must be mounted in pairs and on
the rear wheels only. Observe the manufactur‐
er's instructions when mounting snow chains.
Do not exceed a speed of 30 mph/50 km/h when using snow chains.
Do not initialize the Flat Tire Monitor if snow chains are mounted; otherwise, the instrument
might issue an incorrect reading.
When driving with snow chains, it can be bene‐
ficial to temporarily activate DTC, refer to
page 101.Seite 234MobilityWheels and tires234
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CareVehicle equipmentThis 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.
Car washes
Notes 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 ℃.
Holding them too close or using excessively
high pressures or temperatures can cause
damage or preliminary damage that may then lead to long-term damage.
Follow the operating instructions for the high-
pressure washer.◀
Cleaning sensors/cameras with high-
pressure washers
When using high-pressure washers, do not
spray the seals of the retractable hardtop and
the exterior sensors and cameras, for Park Dis‐
tance Control, for instance, for extended peri‐
ods of time and only from a distance of at least
12 in/30 cm.◀
Regularly remove foreign bodies, such as
leaves, from the area below the windshield when the hood is open.
Wash your vehicle frequently, particularly in
winter.Intense soiling and road salt can damage the
vehicle.
Washing in automatic car washes Give preference to cloth car washes or those
that use soft brushes in order to avoid paint damage.
Notes Note the following:▷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 62, to avoid unintentional wiper acti‐
vation.▷Unscrew the road antenna.
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 The vehicle is able to roll if the following steps
are taken.
Manual transmission
1.Shift to neutral.2.Release the parking brake, refer to
page 59.3.Switch the engine off.4.Leave the remote control in the ignition
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DCC, refer to Cruise con‐trol 103
Defogging windows 109
Defroster– Rear window 109, 112
Defrosting windows 109
Destination entry via the ad‐ dress book 142
Destination guidance 149
Destination guidance with in‐ termediate destinations 147
Destination input, naviga‐ tion 140
Digital clock 71
Digital compass 116
Digital radio 163
Dimming mirrors 51
Directional indicators, refer to Turn signals 60
Display lighting, refer to In‐ strument lighting 88
Display, refer to Control Dis‐ play 18
Displays and controls 12
Displays, care 258
Displays, cleaning 258
Displays, refer to Instrument cluster 14
Disposal
– Coolant 239– Remote control battery 39– Vehicle battery 247
Distance control, refer to
PDC 105
Divided screen view, split screen 22
Door key, refer to Remote control with integrated
key 30
Door lock 35
Doors, manual operation 35
Doors, unlocking and locking
– Confirmation signals 34– From the inside 35– From the outside 32
DOT Quality Grades 231
Draft-free ventila‐
tion 109, 113
Drive-off assistant 102
Drive-off assistant, refer to DSC 99
Driving notes, breaking in 128
Driving notes, general 128
Driving stability control sys‐ tems 99
Driving tips 128
DSC Dynamic Stability Con‐ trol 99
DTC Dynamic Traction Con‐ trol 100
DTMF suffix dialing 198
DVD/CD 170
DVDs, storing 175
DVD, video 172
Dynamic Brake Control DBC 99
Dynamic destination guid‐ ance 156
Dynamic Driving Control 100
Dynamic Stability Control DSC 99
Dynamic Traction Control DTC 100
E
EBV electronic brake-force distribution 99
EfficientDynamics, refer to Saving fuel 132
Electrical fault– 7-gear automatic transmis‐
sion 69
Electrical malfunction
– Door lock 35– Driver's door 35– Fuel filler flap 224
Electric seat adjustment 47
Electronic brake-force distri‐ bution 99
Electronic engine oil level check 236
Electronic Stability Program
ESP, refer to DSC 99
Emergency operation– Fuel filler flap, unlocking
manually 224
Emergency Request 249
Emergency service, refer to Roadside Assistance 250
Emergency unlocking
– Trunk lid, from the inside 37
Energy, saving
– Automatic Engine Start/
Stop Function 57
Engine compartment 235
Engine coolant, refer to Cool‐ ant 239
Engine oil, adding 238
Engine oil additives 238
Engine oil, checking the level 236
Engine oil temperature 72
Engine oil types, alterna‐ tive 238
Engine oil types, ap‐ proved 238
Engine, overheating, refer to Coolant temperature 72
Engine start, Help 250
Engine, starting 56
Engine, starting
– Comfort Access 37– Start/Stop button 55
Engine, stopping, Start/Stop
button 55
Engine, switching off 57
Engine temperature 72
Entry comparison 23
Entry lamps, refer to Interior lamps 89
Equalizer 160
Equipment, interior 114
Error messages, refer to Check Control 82
ESP Electronic Stability Pro‐ gram, refer to DSC 99
Exchanging wheels/tires 233
Exhaust system 129
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Navigation data, updat‐ing 138
Navigation system– Destination entry by
voice 146
Nets, refer to Storage com‐
partments 123
Neutral cleaner, care 257
New wheels and tires 233
Nozzles, refer to Air vents 107
Nozzles, refer to Ventila‐ tion 109, 112
O OBD Onboard Diagnos‐ tics 242
Odometer 71
Office 205
Oil additives 238
Oil change interval, service requirements 78
Oil consumption 236
Oil level 236
Oil, refer to Engine oil 236
Oil types, alternative 238
Oil types, approved 238
Old batteries, disposal 247
Onboard computer, refer to Computer 73
Onboard Diagnostics OBD 242
Onboard monitor, refer to Control Display 18
Onboard vehicle tool kit 243
Opening and closing
– Comfort Access 37– From the inside 35– From the outside 32– Using the door lock 35– Using the remote control 32
Operating principle, iDrive 18
Outside-air mode
– Automatic climate con‐
trol 112Outside air, refer to Recircu‐
lated air mode 108, 112
Overheating of engine, refer to Coolant temperature 72
P Paint, vehicle 256
Pairing, mobile phone 193
Park Distance Control PDC 105
Parked vehicle, condensa‐ tion 130
Parking aid, refer to PDC 105
Parking lamps 85
Passenger airbags, deactivat‐ ing 91
Passenger side mirror, tilt‐ ing 50
PDC Park Distance Con‐ trol 105
Personal information 205
Personal Profile 30
Pinch protection– Windows 41
Plastic, care 257
Pollen
– Refer to Microfilter/acti‐
vated-charcoal filter with
automatic climate con‐
trol 113– Refer to Microfilter for air
conditioner 110
Position, storing 142
Postal code, entering in navi‐ gation 141
Power windows, opening and closing 41
Power windows, refer to Win‐ dows 40
Pressure monitoring of tires, refer to Tire Pressure Moni‐
tor TPM 94
Pressure, tires 227
Pressure warning, tires 92
Pressure warning, tires– Flat Tire Monitor 92– Tire Pressure Monitor 94
Programmable memory but‐
tons, iDrive 22
Protective function, refer to
Pinch protection
– Windows 41
Push-and-turn switch, refer to
Controller 19
R Radiator fluid, refer to Cool‐ ant 239
Radio-operated key, refer to Remote control with
integrated key 30
Radio ready state 56
Radio ready state
– Switched off 56– Switched on 56
Radio setting, refer to Radio
ready state 56
Rain sensor 61
Random 171
Random playback 171
Range 73
RDS 163
Reading lamps 89
Reading out loud 212
Rear lamps
– Bulb replacement 245
Rear lamps, refer to Tail
lamps 245
Rear lamps, refer to Tail
lamps
– Bulb replacement 245, 246
Rearview mirror, refer to Mir‐
rors 50
Rear window de‐ froster 109, 112
Recirculated air mode 108, 112
Reclining seat, refer to Back‐ rest 46
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