
Gears will only be shifted at appropriate engine
and road speeds, for example downshifting is
not possible if the engine speed is too high.
The selected gear is briefly displayed in the in‐
strument cluster, followed by the current gear.
Displays in the instrument cluster The selector lever position is dis‐
played, e.g.: P.
Sport automatic transmission: Launch
Control
The concept
Launch Control enables optimum acceleration
on surfaces with good traction.
Hints Component wear
Do not use Launch Control too often;
otherwise, this may result in premature wear of
components due to the high stress placed on
the vehicle.◀
Did not use Launch Control during the break-
in, refer to page  162, period.
To increase vehicle stability, activate DSC
again as soon as possible.
An experienced driver may be able to achieve
better acceleration values in DSC OFF mode.
Requirements Launch Control is available when the engine is
warmed up, that is, after uninterrupted driving
of at least 6 miles/10 km.
To start with Launch Control do not steer the
steering wheel.Start with launch control
While the engine is running:1.  Press button or select with the
Driving Dynamics Control Sport+.
TRACTION is displayed in the instrument
cluster and the indicator lamp for DSC OFF
lights up.2.Engage gear S.3.With the left foot, forcefully press down on
the brake.4.Press and hold down the accelerator pedal
beyond the resistance point at the full
throttle position.
A flag symbol appears in the instrument
cluster.5.The starting engine speed adjusts. Within
3 seconds, release the brake.
Before using Launch Control, allow the trans‐
mission to cool down for approx. 5 minutes.
Launch Control adjusts to the surrounding
conditions, e.g., wet pavement, when used
again.
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IndexA ABS, Antilock Brake Sys‐ tem  114 
ACC, Active Cruise Control with Stop & Go  119 
Acceleration Assistant, refer to Launch Control  72 
Accessories and parts  7 
Activated-charcoal filter  146 
Active Blind Spot Detec‐ tion  111 
Active Cruise Control with Stop & Go, ACC  119 
Adaptive brake lights, refer to Brake force display  113 
Adaptive Light Control  90 
Additives, oil  199 
Adjustments, seats/head re‐ straints  47 
After washing vehicle  222 
Airbags  94 
Airbags, indicator/warning light  95 
Air circulation, refer to Recir‐ culated-air mode  142, 145  
Air, dehumidifying, refer to Cooling function  142, 145  
Air distribution, manual  142, 146  
Air flow, air conditioner  142 
Air flow, automatic climate control  146 
Air pressure, tires  185 
Air vents, refer to Ventila‐ tion  146 
Alarm system  41 
Alarm, unintentional  43 
All around the center con‐ sole  14 
All around the headliner  15 All around the steering
wheel  12 
All-season tires, refer to Win‐ ter tires  194 
All-wheel-drive  115 
Alternating-code hand-held transmitter  149 
Alternative oil types  200 
Antifreeze, washer fluid  68 
Antilock Brake System, ABS  114 
Anti-slip control, refer to DSC  114 
Approved axle load  228 
Approved engine oils  200 
Arrival time  85 
Ash tray  152 
Assistance, Roadside Assis‐ tance  216 
Assistance when driving off  118  
Assist system information, on Control Display  87 
AUTO intensity  145 
Automatic car wash  221 
Automatic climate con‐ trol  141  
Automatic climate control with enhanced features  144 
Automatic Cruise Control with Stop & Go  119 
Automatic Curb Monitor  55 
Automatic deactivation, front passenger airbags  96 
Automatic headlamp con‐ trol  90 
Automatic locking  41 
Automatic recirculated-air control  145 
Automatic transmission with Steptronic  69 AUTO program, automatic cli‐
mate control  144 
AUTO program, climate con‐ trol  142  
AUTO program, intensity  145 
Auto Start/Stop function  63 
Average fuel consumption  84 
Average speed  84 
Axle loads, weights  228 
B Backrest curvature, refer to Lumbar support  49 
Backrest, width  49 
Band-aids, refer to First aid kit  216  
Bar for tow-starting/ towing  219 
Battery replacement, vehicle battery  212 
Battery replacement, vehicle remote control  33 
Battery, vehicle  212 
Belts, safety belts  50 
Beverage holder, cu‐ pholder  158 
Blinds, sun protection  44 
BMW Advanced Diesel  181 
BMW Assist, see user's manual for Navigation, En‐
tertainment and Communi‐
cation 
BMW Homepage  6 
BMW Internet page  6 
BMW maintenance sys‐ tem  202 
Bonus range, ECO PRO  170 
Bottle holder, refer to Cu‐ pholder  158 
Brake assistant  114 Seite 232ReferenceEverything from A to Z232
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Hydroplaning 163 
I Ice warning, see External temperature warning  79 
Icy roads, see External tem‐ perature warning  79 
Identification marks, tires  191 
Identification number, refer to Important features in the en‐
gine compartment  196 
iDrive  16 
Ignition key, refer to Remote control  32 
Ignition off  61 
Ignition on  61 
Indication of a flat tire  98, 101  
Indicator and warning lamps  76 
Individual air distribu‐ tion  142, 146  
Individual settings, refer to Personal Profile  33 
Inflation pressure, tires  185 
Inflation pressure warning FTM, tires  100 
Info display, refer to Com‐ puter  83 
Initialize, Tire Pressure Moni‐ tor TPM  98 
Initializing, Flat Tire Monitor FTM  101 
Instrument cluster  73 
Instrument cluster, electronic displays  75 
Instrument lighting  92 
Integrated key  32 
Integrated Owner's Manual in the vehicle  27 
Intelligent Emergency Re‐ quest  215 
Intelligent Safety  102 
Intensity, AUTO pro‐ gram  145 
Interior equipment  148 Interior lamps  92 
Interior lamps via remote con‐ trol  36 
Interior motion sensor  43 
Interior rearview mirror, auto‐ matic dimming feature  56 
Interior rearview mirror, com‐ pass  150 
Interior rearview mirror, man‐ ually dimmable  56 
Internet page  6 
Interval display, service re‐ quirements  80 
J Jacking points for the vehicle jack  212 
Joystick, automatic transmis‐ sion  70 
Jump-starting  216 
K
Key/remote control  32 
Keyless Go, refer to Comfort Access  39 
Key Memory, refer to Per‐ sonal Profile  33 
Kickdown, automatic trans‐ mission  70 
Knee airbag  94 
L
Lamp replacement  204 
Lamp replacement, front  205 
Lamp replacement, rear  210 
Lamps  89 
Lamps and bulbs  204 
Lane departure warning  110 
Lane margin, warning  110 
Language on Control Dis‐ play  86 
Lashing eyes, securing cargo  166 LATCH child restraint fixing
system  58 
Launch Control  72 
Leather, care  222 
LEDs, light-emitting di‐ odes  205 
Length, vehicle  228 
Letters and numbers, enter‐ ing  23 
Light alloy wheels, care  223 
Light control  90 
Light-emitting diodes, LEDs  205 
Lighter  152 
Lighting  89 
Lighting via remote con‐ trol  36 
Light switch  89 
Load  166 
Loading  165 
Lock, door  37 
Locking/unlocking via door lock  37 
Locking/unlocking with re‐ mote control  35 
Locking, automatic  41 
Locking, settings  41 
Lock, power window  44 
Locks, doors, and win‐ dows  60 
Low beams  89 
Low beams, automatic, refer to High-beam Assistant  91 
Lower back support  49 
Low-Sulfur Diesel  181 
Luggage rack, refer to Roof- mounted luggage rack  167 
Lumbar support  49 
M
Maintenance  202 
Maintenance require‐ ments  202 
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