
6.Turn the controller to set the hours and
press the controller.7.Turn the controller to set the minutes and
press the controller.
Status information
Status field The following information is displayed in the
status field at the top right:
▷Time.▷Current entertainment source.▷Sound output, on/off.▷Wireless network reception strength.▷Phone status.▷Traffic bulletin reception.
Status field symbols
The symbols are grouped as follows.
Radio symbols
SymbolMeaning HD radio station is being received. Satellite radio is switched on.
Telephone symbols
SymbolMeaning Incoming or outgoing call. Missed call. Wireless network reception
strength.
Symbol flashes: network search. Wireless network is not available. Bluetooth is switched on. Roaming is active.SymbolMeaning Text message was received. Check the SIM card. SIM card is blocked. SIM card is missing. Enter PIN.
Entertainment symbols
SymbolMeaning CD/DVD player. Music collection. Gracenote® database. AUX-IN port. USB audio interface. Mobile phone audio interface.
Additional symbols
SymbolMeaning Spoken instructions are turned off.
Split screen
General information Additional information can be displayed on the
right side of the split screen, e.g., information
from the computer.
In the divided screen view, the so-called split
screen, this information remains visible even when you change to another menu.
Switching the split screen on and off
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▷Head-up Display.▷Driving Dynamics Control.▷Cruise control.▷Intelligent Safety.▷Active Blind Spot Detection.
Profile management
Opening profiles Regardless of the remote control in use a dif‐
ferent profile may be activated.
1."Settings"2."Profiles"3.Select a profile.
The activated profile is assigned to the cur‐
rently used remote control.
Renaming profiles
1."Settings"2."Profiles"3."Options"4."Rename current profile"
Resetting profiles The settings of the active profile are reset to
their default values.
1."Settings"2."Profiles"3."Options"4."Reset current profile"
Exporting profiles
Most settings of the active profile and the
saved contacts can be exported.
This can be helpful for securing and retrieving
personal settings, before delivering the vehicle
to a workshop, e.g. Profiles can be taken to an‐
other vehicle equipped with the Personal Pro‐
file function.
The following export options are available:
▷Via BMW Online.▷Via the USB port to a USB device.
Popular file systems for USB devices are
supported. FAT32 and exFAT are the rec‐
ommended formats for profile export.
Other formats may not support the export.1."Settings"2."Profiles"3."Export profile"4.BMW Online: "BMW Online"
USB interface: "USB device"
Importing profiles
Profiles exported via BMW Online can also be
imported via BMW Online.
Profiles stored on a USB device can be im‐
ported via the USB interface.
Existing settings and contacts are overwritten
with the imported profile.
1."Settings"2."Profiles"3."Import profile"4.BMW Online: "BMW Online"
USB interface: "USB device"
Using the guest profile
The guest profile is for individual settings that
are saved in none of the three personal pro‐
files.
This can be useful for drivers who are using
the vehicle temporarily and do not have their
own profile.
1."Settings"2."Profiles"3."Guest"
The guest profile cannot be renamed. It is not
assigned to the current remote control.
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NoteThe total load of all sockets must not exceed
140 watts at 12 volts.
Do not damage the socket by using unsuitable
connectors.
Front center console
Raise the lid and remove the cover or cigarette
lighter.
In the front passenger footwell
The socket is located below the glove com‐
partment.
Rear center console
Remove the cover.
In the cargo area
The socket is located on the right side in the
cargo area.
USB interface for data
transfer
The concept Connection for importing and exporting data
on USB devices, e.g.:
▷Personal Profile settings, refer to page  35.▷Music collection.▷Importing Trips.
Hints
Observe the following when connecting:
▷Do not use force when plugging the con‐
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This prevents access to the glove compart‐
ment and to the cargo area.
After the glove compartment is locked, the re‐
mote control can be handed over, such as at a
hotel, without the integrated key.
Driver's side
Note Close the glove compartment again im‐
mediately
Close the glove compartment immediately af‐
ter use while driving; otherwise, injury may oc‐
cur during accidents.◀
Opening
Pull the handle.
ClosingFold cover closed.
Front storage compartment
Raise the lid to open it.
Compartments in the doors Do not stow any breakable objects
Do not store any breakable objects, e. g.
glass bottles, in the compartments, or there is
an increased risk of injury in the event of an ac‐
cident.◀
Center armrest
Front
A storage compartment is located in the center
armrest between the front seats.
The central locking system locks the center
armrest.
Opening
Fold the center armrest up.
Repositioning
Center armrest can be pushed forwards or
backwards. It engages in the end positions.
Connection for an external audio
device
An external audio device, e.g.,
an MP3 player, can be con‐
nected via the AUX-IN port or
the USB audio interface in the
center armrest.
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TRACTION, driving dynam‐ics  120  
Transmission lock, electronic unlocking  74 
Transmission, Steptronic transmission  72 
Transporting children safely  61 
Tread, tires  194 
Trip computer  86 
Triple turn signal activa‐ tion  68 
Trip odometer  81 
Trunk, cargo area partition  48 
Trunk lid closing  40 
Trunk lid, emergency unlock‐ ing  41 
Trunk lid, hotel function  40 
Trunk lid opening  40 
Trunk lid via remote con‐ trol  38 
Turning circle  226 
Turning circle lines, rearview camera  136 
Turn signals, operation  68 
U Unintentional alarm  44 
Units of measure  89 
Universal remote control  153 
Unlock button, Steptronic transmission  72 
Unlocking/locking via door lock  39 
Unlocking/locking with re‐ mote control  37 
Unlocking, settings  42 
Updates made after the edito‐ rial deadline  6 
Upholstery care  222 
USB interface  158 
V Vanity mirror  157 Variable sport steering  121 
Vehicle battery  212 
Vehicle battery, replac‐ ing  212  
Vehicle, break-in  168 
Vehicle care  221 
Vehicle features and op‐ tions  6 
Vehicle identification num‐ ber  9 
Vehicle jack  212 
Vehicle paint  221 
Vehicle storage  223 
Vehicle wash  220 
Ventilation  151 
Ventilation, refer to Parked- car ventilation  151 
VIN, see vehicle identification number  9 
Voice activation system  26 
W Warning and indicator lamps, see Check Control  77 
Warning displays, see Check Control  77 
Warning messages, see Check Control  77 
Warning triangle  216 
Washer fluid  71 
Washer nozzles, wind‐ shield  70 
Washer system  69 
Washing, vehicle  220 
Water on roads  169 
Weights  227 
Welcome lights  91 
Wheel base, vehicle  226 
Wheel cleaner  222 
Wheels, changing  195 
Wheels, everything on wheels and tires  188 
Wheels, Flat Tire Monitor FTM  104 Wheels, Tire Pressure Moni‐
tor TPM  100 
Width, vehicle  226 
Wind deflector  48 
Window defroster, rear  146, 150  
Windows, powered  45 
Windshield washer fluid  71 
Windshield washer noz‐ zles  70 
Windshield washer sys‐ tem  69 
Windshield wiper  69 
Winter storage, care  223 
Winter tires, suitable tires  196 
Winter tires, tread  194 
Wiper  69 
Wiper blades, replacing  206 
Wiper fluid  71 
Wiper, fold-out position  71 
Wiper system  69 
Wood, care  222 
Word match concept, naviga‐ tion  25 
Wrench, see Onboard vehicle tool kit  206 
X
xDrive  120 
Xenon headlights, bulb re‐ placement  207 Seite 238ReferenceEverything from A to Z238
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