
corresponding engine or body ground of
the vehicle to be started.
Starting the engine
Never use spray fluids to start the engine.
1.Start the engine of the assisting vehicle
and let it run for several minutes at an in‐
creased idle speed.2.Start the engine of the vehicle that is to be
started in the usual way.
If the first starting attempt is not success‐
ful, wait a few minutes before making an‐
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 needed.
Tow-starting and towing Note Tow-starting and towing
For towing the vehicle turn, switch off the
Intelligent Safety systems; otherwise malfunc‐
tions of the individual braking systems might
lead to accidents.◀
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
The vehicle should only be transported on a
loading platform.
Do not lift the vehicle
Do not lift the vehicle by the tow fitting or
body and chassis parts; otherwise, damage
may result.◀
Towing other vehicles
Hints Light towing vehicle
The towing vehicle must not be lighter
than the vehicle being towed; otherwise, it will
not be possible to control the vehicle's re‐
sponse.◀
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.◀
▷Switch on the hazard warning system, de‐
pending on local regulations.▷If the electrical system has failed, clearly
identify the vehicle being towed by placing
a sign or a warning triangle in the rear win‐
dow.
Tow bar
The tow fittings used should be on the same
side on both vehicles.
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Should it prove impossible to avoid mounting
the tow bar at an offset angle, please observe
the following:▷Maneuvering capability is limited going
around corners.▷The tow bar will generate lateral forces if it
is secured with an offset.
Tow rope
When starting to tow the vehicle, make sure
that the tow rope is taut.
To avoid jerking and the associated stresses
on the vehicle components when towing, al‐
ways use nylon ropes or nylon straps.
Tow fitting
The screw-in tow fitting should always be car‐
ried in the vehicle.
The tow fitting can be screwed in at the front
or rear of the BMW.
The tow fitting is located in the onboard vehi‐
cle tool kit to the left under the cargo floor
panel.
Tow fitting, information on use
▷Use only the tow fitting provided with
the vehicle and screw it all the way in.▷Use the tow fitting for towing on paved
roads only.▷Use tow fitting located in the front only for
positioning the vehicle.▷Avoid lateral loading of the tow fitting, e.g.,
do not lift the vehicle by the tow fitting.
Otherwise, damage to the tow fitting and the
vehicle can occur.◀
Screw thread for tow fitting
Push out the cover by pressing on the top
edge.
Tow-starting
Note:
Do not tow-start the vehicle.
Tow-starting the engine is not possible due to
the Steptronic transmission.
Have the cause of the starting problems fixed.
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3.Deactivating Automatic Hold, refer to
page 75.4.Release the parking brake.5.Switch the engine off.
In this way, the ignition remains switched
on, and a Check-Control message is dis‐
played.
Do not turn off the ignition in the car
wash
Do not turn off the ignition in the car wash;
otherwise, selector lever position P is en‐
gaged and damages can result.◀
The vehicle cannot be locked from the outside
when in selector lever position N. A signal
sounds when an attempt is made to lock the
vehicle.
To start the engine:
1.Depress the brake pedal.2.Press the Start/Stop button.
Pressing the Start/Stop button without step‐
ping on the brake turns the ignition off.
Selector lever positionSelector lever position P is engaged automati‐
cally:
▷When the ignition is switched off.▷After approx. 15 minutes.
Headlights
▷Do not rub dry and do not use abrasive or
acidic cleansers.▷Soak areas that have been dirtied e. g.,
from insects, with shampoo and wash off
with water.▷Thaw ice with de-icing spray; do not use an
ice scraper.
After washing the vehicle
After washing the vehicle, apply the brakes
briefly to dry them; otherwise, braking action
can be reduced and corrosion of the brake
discs can occur.
Completely remove all residues on the win‐
dows, to minimize loss of visibility due to
smearing and to reduce wiper noises and
wiper blade wear.
Vehicle care
Car care products BMW recommends using care and cleaning
products from BMW, since these have been
tested and approved.
Car care and cleaning products
Follow the instructions on the container.
When cleaning the interior, open the doors or
windows.
Only use products intended for cleaning vehi‐
cles.
Cleansers can contain substances that are
dangerous and harmful to your health.◀
Vehicle paint
Regular care contributes to driving safety and
value retention. Environmental influences in
areas with elevated air pollution or natural con‐
taminants, such as tree resin or pollen can af‐
fect the vehicle's paintwork. Tailor the fre‐
quency and extent of your car care to these
influences.
Aggressive substances such as spilled fuel, oil,
grease or bird droppings, must be removed im‐
mediately to prevent the finish from being al‐
tered or discolored.
Only use respectively approved cleaning and
care products for vehicles with matte finish.
Suitable care products for matte finishes are
available from the service center.
Leather care
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Everything from A to Z
IndexA ABS, Antilock Brake Sys‐ tem 133
ACC, Active Cruise Control with Stop & Go 141
Activated-charcoal filter 165
Active Blind Spot Detec‐ tion 129
Active Cruise Control with Stop & Go, ACC 141
Active Protection 131
Active seat, front 56
Active seat ventilation, front 56
Active Steering, integral 137
Adaptive brake assistant 133
Adaptive brake lights, refer to Brake force display 130
Adaptive drive 136
Adaptive Light Control 103
Additives, oil 215
Adjustments, seats/head re‐ straints 53
After washing vehicle 234
Airbags 107
Airbags, indicator/warning light 108
Air circulation, refer to Recir‐ culated-air mode 164
Air, dehumidifying, refer to Cooling function 164
Air distribution, manual 163
Air flow, automatic climate control 163
Air outlets, see ventila‐ tion 165
Air pressure, tires 202
Alarm system 47
Alarm, unintentional 48 All around the center con‐
sole 16
All around the roofliner 17
All around the steering wheel 14
All-season tires, refer to Win‐ ter tires 209
All-wheel-drive 135
Alternating-code hand-held transmitter 170
Alternative oil types 216
Ambient light 105
Animal detection, see Night Vision 124
Antifreeze, washer fluid 80
Antilock Brake System, ABS 133
Anti-slip control, refer to DSC 133
Approved axle load 241
Approved engine oils 216
Armrest, refer to Center arm‐ rest 178
Arrival time 97
Ashtray 171
Assistance, Roadside Assis‐ tance 229
Assistance when driving off 133
Attentiveness assistant 131
AUTO H button 74
AUTO H button, refer to Au‐ tomatic Hold 74
AUTO intensity 163
Automatic car wash 233
Automatic climate con‐ trol 162
Automatic Cruise Control with Stop & Go 141
Automatic Curb Monitor 63 Automatic deactivation, front-
seat passenger airbags 109
Automatic headlight con‐ trol 103
Automatic Hold 74
Automatic locking 47
Automatic recirculated-air control 164
Automatic Soft Closing, doors 40
Automatic tailgate 41
Automatic transmission, see Steptronic transmission 81
AUTO program, automatic cli‐ mate control 163
AUTO program, intensity 163
Auto Start/Stop function 71
Average fuel consumption 97
Average speed 97
Axle loads, weights 241
B Backrest curvature, refer to Lumbar support 55
Backrest, seats 53
Backrest, width 56
Band-aids, refer to First aid kit 229
Bar for tow-starting/ towing 231
Battery replacement, vehicle battery 226
Battery replacement, vehicle remote control 35
Battery, vehicle 225
Belts, safety belts 58
Beverage holder, cu‐ pholder 179
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tertainment and Communi‐
cation
BMW maintenance sys‐ tem 219
Bonus range, ECO PRO 192
Bottle holder, refer to Cu‐ pholder 179
Brake assistant 133
Brake assistant, adaptive 133
Brake discs, break-in 184
Brake force display 130
Brake lights, adaptive 130
Brake lights, brake force dis‐ play 130
Brake lights, bulb replace‐ ment 224
Brake pads, break-in 184
Braking, hints 185
Breakdown assis‐ tance 228, 229
Break-in 184
Brightness of Control Dis‐ play 100
Bulb replacement, rear 224
Bulb replacement, see Lamp and bulb replacement 221
Button, RES 144
Button, Start/Stop 70
Bypassing, refer to Jump- starting 230
C
California Proposition 65 Warning 7
Calling up mirror adjust‐ ment 47
Calling up seat adjust‐ ment 47
Calling up steering wheel ad‐ justment 47
Camera, care 236
Camera, rearview cam‐ era 153 Camera, Side View 155
Camera, Top View 157
Can holder, refer to Cu‐ pholder 179
Car battery 225
Car care products 234
Care, displays 236
Care, vehicle 234
Cargo 187
Cargo area 174
Cargo area, enlarging 174
Cargo area, storage compart‐ ments 180
Cargo partition 175
Cargo, securing 188
Cargo straps, securing cargo 188
Car key, refer to Remote con‐ trol 34
Carpet, care 236
Car wash 233
Catalytic converter, refer to Hot exhaust system 184
CBS Condition Based Serv‐ ice 219
CD/Multimedia, see user's manual for Navigation, En‐
tertainment and Communi‐
cation
Center armrest 178
Center console 16
Central locking system 40
Central screen, refer to Con‐ trol Display 18
Changes, technical, refer to Safety 7
Changing parts 221
Changing wheels 225
Changing wheels/tires 208
Chassis number, see vehicle identification number 9
Check Control 87
Checking the engine oil level electronically 214
Checking the oil level elec‐ tronically 214 Children, seating position 65
Children, transporting safely 65
Child restraint fixing sys‐ tem 65
Child restraint fixing system LATCH 66
Child restraint fixing systems, mounting 65
Child safety locks 69
Child seat, mounting 65
Child seats 65
Chrome parts, care 235
Cigarette lighter 171
Cleaning displays 236
Climate control 162
Climate control laminated tinted safety glass 185
Climate control wind‐ shield 185
Clock 92
Closing/opening via door lock 39
Closing/opening with remote control 37
Closing the tailgate with no- touch activation 45
Clothes hooks 180
Coasting 194
Coasting with engine decou‐ pled, coasting 194
Coasting with idling en‐ gine 194
Combination reel, refer to Turn signals 77
Combination reel, refer to Wiper system 78
COMFORT+ program, Driving Dynamics Control 140
Comfort Access 44
COMFORT program, Driving Dynamics Control 140
Computer 96
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Emergency unlocking, trans‐mission lock 83
Energy Control 93
Energy recovery 93
Engine, automatic reel-off 71
Engine, automatic Start/Stop function 71
Engine compartment 212
Engine compartment, work‐ ing in 212
Engine coolant 217
Engine idling when driving, coasting 194
Engine oil 214
Engine oil, adding 215
Engine oil additives 215
Engine oil change 216
Engine oil filler neck 215
Engine oil temperature 91
Engine oil types, alterna‐ tive 216
Engine oil types, ap‐ proved 216
Engine start during malfunc‐ tion 35
Engine start, jump-start‐ ing 230
Engine start, refer to Starting the engine 71
Engine stop 71
Engine temperature 91
Entering a car wash 233
Equipment, interior 169
Error displays, see Check Control 87
ESP Electronic Stability Pro‐ gram, refer to DSC 133
Exchanging wheels/tires 208
Exhaust system 184
Exterior mirror, automatic dimming feature 63
Exterior mirrors 62
External start 230
External temperature dis‐ play 92 External temperature warn‐
ing 92
Eyes for securing cargo 188
F
Failure message, see Check Control 87
False alarm, refer to Uninten‐ tional alarm 48
Fan, refer to Air flow 163
Filler neck for engine oil 215
Fine wood, care 235
First aid kit 229
Fitting for towing, see tow fit‐ ting 232
Flat tire, changing wheels 225
Flat Tire Monitor FTM 110
Flat tire, Tire Pressure Moni‐ tor TPM 112
Flat tire, warning lamp 111, 113
Flooding 185
Floor carpet, care 236
Floor mats, care 236
Fold-out position, wiper 80
Foot brake 185
Front airbags 107
Front-end collision warning with braking function 119
Front-end collision warning with City Braking func‐
tion 116
Front fog lights 105
Front fog lights, bulb replace‐ ment 224
front-seat passenger airbags, automatic deactivation 109
Front-seat passenger airbags, indicator lamp 109
Front seats 53
FTM Flat Tire Monitor 110
Fuel 200
Fuel consumption, current 93 Fuel consumption, refer to
Average fuel consump‐
tion 97
Fuel filler flap 198
Fuel gauge 91
Fuel lid 198
Fuel quality 200
Fuel recommendation 200
Fuel, tank capacity 242
Fuse 226
G
Garage door opener, refer to Universal Integrated Remote
Control 169
Gasoline 200
Gear change, Steptronic transmission 81
Gear shift indicator 94
General driving notes 184
Glare shield 171
Glass sunroof, refer to Panor‐ amic glass sunroof 51
Glove compartment 177
Gross vehicle weight, ap‐ proved 241
H
Handbrake, refer to Parking brake 73
Hand-held transmitter, alter‐ nating code 170
Hazard warning flashers 228
HDC Hill Descent Con‐ trol 135
Head airbags 107
Headlight control, auto‐ matic 103
Headlight courtesy delay fea‐ ture 102
Headlight courtesy delay fea‐ ture, remote control 47
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Obstacle marking, rearviewcamera 154
Octane rating, refer to Rec‐ ommended fuel grade 200
Odometer 92
Office, see user's manual for Navigation, Entertainment
and Communication
Oil 214
Oil, adding 215
Oil additives 215
Oil change 216
Oil change interval, service requirements 93
Oil filler neck 215
Oil types, alternative 216
Oil types, approved 216
Old batteries, disposal 226
Onboard monitor, refer to Control Display 18
Onboard vehicle tool kit 221
Opening/closing via door lock 39
Opening and closing 34
Opening and closing, without remote control 39
Opening and closing, with re‐ mote control 37
Opening the tailgate with no- touch activation 45
Operating concept, iDrive 18
Optional equipment, standard equipment 6
Outside air, refer to Auto‐ matic recirculated-air con‐
trol 164
Overheating of engine, refer to Coolant temperature 92
P Paint, vehicle 234
Panoramic glass sunroof 51
Parallel parking assistant 158
Park Distance Control PDC 150 Parked-car ventilation 168
Parked vehicle, condensa‐ tion 186
Parking aid, refer to PDC 150
Parking assistant 158
Parking brake 73
Parking lights 102
Parking with Automatic Hold 74
Passenger side mirror, tilting downward 63
Pathway lines, rearview cam‐ era 153
PDC Park Distance Con‐ trol 150
Pedestrian detection, see Night Vision 124
Pedestrian warning with city braking function 122
Personal Profile 35
Personal Profile, exporting profiles 36
Pinch protection system, glass sunroof 52
Pinch protection system, win‐ dows 49
Plastic, care 235
Power failure 226
Power windows 49
Pressure, tire air pres‐ sure 202
Pressure warning FTM, tires 110
Profile, refer to Personal Pro‐ file 35
Programmable memory but‐ tons, iDrive 23
Protective function, glass sunroof 52
Protective function, win‐ dows 49
Push-and-turn reel, refer to Controller 18 R
Radiator fluid 217
Radio-operated key, refer to Remote control 34
Radio ready state 70
Radio, see user's manual for Navigation, Entertainment
and Communication
Rain sensor 79
Rear automatic climate con‐ trol 166
Rear axle steering 137
Rear lights 224
Rear seats 57
Rear sockets 173
Rearview camera 152
Rearview mirror 62
Rear window defroster 164
Recirculated-air mode 164
Recommended fuel grade 200
Recommended tire brands 208
Refueling 198
Remaining range 92
Remote control/key 34
Remote control, malfunc‐ tion 39
Remote control, univer‐ sal 169
Replacement fuse 226
Replacing parts 221
Replacing wheels/tires 208
Reporting safety defects 9
RES button 144
RES button, see Active Cruise Control, ACC 141
RES button, see Cruise con‐ trol 148
Reserve warning, refer to Range 92
Reset, Tire Pressure Monitor TPM 113
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Retaining straps, securingcargo 188
Retreaded tires 209
Reversing lamp, bulb replace‐ ment 224
Roadside parking lights 103
Roller sunblinds 50
Roll stabilization, refer to Adaptive Drive 136
Roll stabilization, refer to Dy‐ namic Drive 136
RON recommended fuel grade 200
Roofliner 17
Roof load capacity 241
Roof-mounted luggage rack 188
Rope for tow-starting/ towing 231
RSC Run Flat System Com‐ ponent, refer to Run-flat
tires 209
Rubber components, care 235
Run-flat tires 209
S Safe braking 185
Safety 7
Safety belt reminder for driv‐ er's seat and front passen‐
ger seat 59
Safety belts 58
Safety belts, care 235
Safety Package, refer to Ac‐ tive Protection 131
Safety reel, windows 50
Safety systems, airbags 107
Saving fuel 190
Screen, refer to Control Dis‐ play 18
Screwdriver, see Onboard ve‐ hicle tool kit 221 Screw thread, see screw
thread for tow fitting, screw
thread for tow fitting 232
Seat belts, refer to Safety belts 58
Seat heating, front 56
Seat heating, rear 57
Seating position for chil‐ dren 65
Seat, mirror, and steering wheel memory 61
Seats 53
Seats, front 53
Seats, rear 57
Seat ventilation, front 56
Selection list in instrument cluster 96
Selector lever, Steptronic transmission 81
Self-leveling suspension, air suspension 138
Self-leveling suspension, malfunction 138
Sensors, care 236
Service and warranty 8
Service requirements, Condi‐ tion Based Service
CBS 219
Service requirements, dis‐ play 93
Service, Roadside Assis‐ tance 229
Services, ConnectedDrive
SET button, see Active Cruise Control, ACC 141
SET button, see Cruise con‐ trol 148
Settings, locking/unlock‐ ing 46
Settings on Control Dis‐ play 98
Settings, storing for seat, mir‐ rors, steering wheel 61
Shift paddles on steering wheel 82
Shoulder support 56 Side airbags 107
Side View 155
Signaling, horn 14
Signals when unlocking 47
Sitting safely 53
Size 240
Ski and snowboard bag 176
Slide/tilt glass roof 51
Smallest turning radius 240
Small tailgate via remote con‐ trol 38
Smoker's package 171
Snow chains 210
Socket 172
Socket, OBD Onboard Diag‐ nostics 219
SOS button 228
Spare fuse 226
Speaker lighting 106
Specified engine oil types 216
Speed, average 97
Speed limit detection, com‐ puter 97
Speed limiter, display 94
Speed Limit Information 94
Speed warning 98
Split screen 23
SPORT+ - program, Dynamic Driving Control 139
Sport displays, torque dis‐ play, performance dis‐
play 98
SPORT program, driving dy‐ namics 139
Sport program, transmis‐ sion 82
Stability control systems 133
Start/stop, automatic func‐ tion 71
Start/Stop button 70
Start function during malfunc‐ tion 35
Starting the engine 71
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