
The radio-ready state switches off automati‐
cally:▷After approx. 8 minutes.▷When the vehicle is locked using the cen‐
tral locking system.▷Shortly before the battery is discharged
completely, so that the engine can still be
started.
The radio-ready state remains active if, e.g.,
the ignition is automatically switched off for the
following reasons:
▷Opening or closing the driver's door.▷Unfastening of the driver's safety belt.▷When automatically switching from low
beams to parking lights.
If the engine is switched off and the ignition is
switched on, the system automatically
switches to the radio-ready state if the lights
are turned off or, if correspondingly equipped,
the daytime running lights are activated.
Starting the engine
Hints Enclosed areas
Do not let the engine run in enclosed
areas, since breathing in exhaust fumes may
lead to loss of consciousness and death. The
exhaust gases contain carbon monoxide, an
odorless and colorless but highly toxic gas.◀
Unattended vehicle
Do not leave the vehicle unattended with
the engine running; doing so poses a risk of
danger.
Before leaving the vehicle with the engine run‐
ning, set the parking brake and place the trans‐
mission in selector lever position P or N to pre‐
vent the vehicle from moving.◀
Repeated starting in quick succession
Avoid trying to start the vehicle repeat‐
edly and in quick succession. Otherwise, the
fuel is not burned or is inadequately burned,
posing a risk of overheating and damage to the
catalytic converter.◀
Do not wait for the engine to warm-up while
the vehicle remains stationary. Start driving at
moderate engine speeds.
Steptronic transmission
Starting the engine1.Depress the brake pedal.2.Press the Start/Stop button.
The ignition is activated automatically for a
certain time and is stopped as soon as the en‐
gine starts.
Manual transmission
Starting the engine
1.Depress the brake pedal.2.Press on the clutch pedal and shift to neu‐
tral.3.Press the Start/Stop button.
The ignition is activated automatically for a
certain time and is stopped as soon as the en‐
gine starts.
Engine stop
Hints Take the remote control with you
Take the remote control with you when
leaving the vehicle so that children, e.g., can‐
not start the engine.◀
Apply parking brake and further secure
the vehicle if needed.
Set the parking brake firmly when parking; oth‐
erwise, the vehicle could roll. On steep upward
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Driving in wet conditionsWhen roads are wet, salted, or in heavy rain,
press brake pedal ever so gently every few
miles.
Ensure that this action does not endanger
other traffic.
The heat generated in this process helps dry
the brake discs and pads.
In this way braking efficiency will be available
when you need it.
Hills Avoid stressing the brakes
Avoid placing excessive stress on the
brake system. Light but consistent brake pres‐
sure can lead to high temperatures, brakes
wearing out and possibly even brake failure.◀
Do not drive in neutral
Do not drive in neutral or with the engine
stopped, as doing so disables engine braking.
In addition, steering and brake assist are un‐
available with the engine stopped.◀
Drive long or steep downhill gradients in the
gear that requires least braking efforts. Other‐
wise the brakes may overheat and reduce
brake efficiency.
You can increase the engine's braking effect
by shifting down, going all the way to first gear,
if needed.
Brake disc corrosion
Brake disc corrosion and contamination of the
brake pads are favored by:▷Low mileage.▷Extended periods when the vehicle is not
used at all.▷Infrequent use of the brakes.
Corrosion will built up when the maximum
pressure applied to the brake pads during
braking is not reached - thus discs don't get
cleaned.
Corrosion buildup on the brake discs will cause
a pulsating effect on the brakes in their re‐
sponse - generally that cannot be corrected.
Condensation under the parked
vehicle
When using the automatic climate control,
condensation water develops collecting under‐
neath the vehicle.
These traces of water under the vehicle are
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4.Slide the sealing container upright into the
holder on the compressor housing, ensur‐
ing that it engages audibly.5.Screw the connection hose onto the tire
valve of the defective wheel.6.With the compressor switched off, insert
the plug into a power socket inside the ve‐
hicle.7.With the ignition turned on or the engine
running, reel on the compressor.
Switch off the compressor after 10 mi‐
nutes
Do not allow the compressor to run longer than
10 minutes; otherwise, the device will overheat
and may be damaged.◀
Let the compressor run for approx. 3 to 8 mi‐
nutes to fill the tire with sealant and achieve a
tire inflation pressure of approx. 2.5 bar.
While the tire is being filled with sealant, the
tire inflation pressure may sporadically reach
approx. 5 bar. Do not reel off the compressor at
this point.
If a tire inflation pressure of 2 bar is not
reached:
1.Switch off the compressor.2.Unscrew the filling hose from the wheel.3.Drive 33 ft/10 m forward and back to dis‐
tribute the sealant in the tire.4.Inflate the tire again using the compressor.
If a tire inflation pressure of 2 bar cannot be
reached, contact your service center.
Stowing the Mobility System
1.Remove the connection hose of the seal‐
ant container from the wheel.2.Remove the connection hose from the
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Lower back support 51 
Luggage rack, see Roof- mounted luggage rack  171 
Lumbar support  51 
M
Maintenance  205 
Maintenance require‐ ments  205 
Maintenance, service require‐ ments  82 
Maintenance system, BMW  205 
Make-up mirror  155 
Malfunction displays, see Check Control  77 
Manual air distribu‐ tion  145, 148  
Manual air flow  145, 148  
Manual mode, Steptronic transmission  72 
Manual operation, door lock  39 
Manual operation, exterior mirrors  57 
Manual operation, fuel filler flap  182 
Manual operation, Park Dis‐ tance Control PDC  132 
Manual operation, rearview camera  135 
Manual operation, Side View  137 
Manual operation, Top View  138 
Manual transmission  71 
Marking on approved tires  193 
Marking, run-flat tires  194 
Master key, refer to Remote control  34 
Maximum cooling  147 
Maximum speed, display  84 
Maximum speed, winter tires  193 Measure, units of  89 
Medical kit  217 
Memory, seat, mirror  55 
Menu, EfficientDynamics  176 
Menu in instrument clus‐ ter  85 
Menus, operating, iDrive  18 
Menus, refer to iDrive operat‐ ing concept  20 
Messages, see Check Con‐ trol  77 
Microfilter  146, 149  
Minimum tread, tires  192 
Mirror  56 
Mirror memory  55 
Mobile communication devi‐ ces in the vehicle  167 
Mobility System  194 
Modifications, technical, refer to Safety  7 
Moisture in headlight  208 
Monitor, refer to Control Dis‐ play  18 
Mounting of child restraint systems  59 
Multifunction steering wheel, buttons  14 
N Navigation, see user's manual for Navigation, Entertain‐
ment and Communication 
Neck restraints, front, refer to Head restraints  54 
Neutral cleaner, see wheel cleaner  224 
New wheels and tires  192 
Nylon rope for tow-starting/ towing  220 
O OBD Onboard Diagnosis  206 
OBD, see OBD Onboard Di‐ agnosis  206 Obstacle marking, rearview
camera  135 
Octane rating, refer to Rec‐ ommended fuel grade  184 
Odometer  81 
Office, see user's manual for Navigation, Entertainment
and Communication 
Oil  201  
Oil, adding  202 
Oil additives  202 
Oil change  203 
Oil change interval, service requirements  82 
Oil filler neck  202 
Oil types, alternative  203 
Oil types, approved  203 
Old batteries, disposal  214 
On-board computer  85 
Onboard monitor, refer to Control Display  18 
Onboard vehicle tool kit  207 
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 trunk lid with no- touch activation  42 
Operating concept, iDrive  18 
Optional equipment, standard equipment  6 
Outside air, refer to Auto‐ matic recirculated-air con‐
trol  148  
Overheating of engine, refer to Coolant temperature  81 
P Paint, vehicle  223 
Parallel parking assistant  139 
Park Distance Control PDC  131 Seite 237Everything from A to ZReference237
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