
General information
The image is lidtured by two cameras
integrated in the exterior mirrors and by the
rearview camera.
The range is at least 7 ft/2 m to the side and
rear.
In this way, obstacles up to the height of the
exterior mirrors are detected early.
Hints Check the traffic situation as well
Check the traffic situation around the ve‐
hicle with your own eyes. Otherwise, an acci‐
dent could result from road users or objects
that are not lidtured by the camera.◀
Overview
Button in the vehicle
Top View
Cameras
The lenses of the Top View camera are located
at the bottom in the mirror housings. The im‐
age quality may be impaired by dirt.
Clean the camera lenses, refer to page  227.
Switching on/off
Switching on automatically With the engine running, engage lever in posi‐
tion P R.
The Top View and PDC images are displayed if
the system is switched on via iDrive.
Automatic deactivation during forward
travel
The system switches off when a certain driving
distance or speed is exceeded.
Switch the system back on if needed.
Switching on/off manually Press button.
▷On: the LED lights up.▷Off: the LED goes out.
Top View is displayed.
Display
Visual warning
The approach of the vehicle to an object can
be shown on the Control Display.
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When the distance to an object is small, a red
bar is shown in front of the vehicle, as it is in
the PDC display.
The display appears as soon as Top View is
activated.
When the image of the rearview camera is dis‐
played, it is possible to reel to top view:
  "Rear view camera"
Brightness
With Top View switched on:
1.  Select the symbol.2.Turn the controller until the desired setting
is reached, and press the controller.
Contrast
With Top View switched on:
1.  Select the symbol.2.Turn the controller until the desired setting
is reached, and press the controller.
Displaying the turning radius and
pathway lines
▷The static, red turning radius line shows
the space needed to the side of the vehicle
when the steering wheel is turned all the
way.▷The variable, green pathway line assists
you in assessing the amount of space ac‐
tually needed to the side of the vehicle.
The lane line depends on the engaged
gear and the current steering angle. Thetrack line is continuously adjusted for the
steering wheel movement.
  "Parking aid lines"
Turning circle and pathway lines are displayed.
System limits
Top View cannot be used in the following sit‐
uations:
▷With a door open.▷With the trunk lid open.▷With an exterior mirror folded in.▷In poor light.
A Check Control message is displayed in some
of these situations.
Parking assistant The concept
This system assists the driver in parking paral‐
lel to the road.
Ultrasound sensors measure parking spaces
on both sides of the vehicle.
The parking assistant calculates the best pos‐
sible parking line and takes control of steering
during the parking procedure.
When parking, also take note of the visual and
acoustic information and instructions issued
by the PDC, the parking assistant and the rear‐
view camera and react accordingly.
A component of the parking assistant is the
PDC Park Distance Control, refer to page  133.
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Interior equipmentVehicle features and optionsThis chapter describes all standard, country-
specific and optional features offered with the
series. It also describes features that are not
necessarily available in your car, e. g., due to
the selected options or country versions. This
also applies to safety-related functions and
systems. The respectively applicable country
provisions must be observed when using the
respective features and systems.
Universal Integrated Remote Control
The concept The universal garage door opener can operate
up to 3 functions of remote-controlled sys‐
tems such as garage door drives or lighting
systems. The universal garage door opener re‐
places up to 3 different hand-held transmitters.
To operate the remote control, the buttons on
the interior rearview mirror must be program‐
med with the desired functions. The hand-held
transmitter for the particular system is required
in order to program the remote control.
During programming
During programming and before activat‐
ing a device using the universal garage door
opener, ensure that there are no people, ani‐
mals or objects in the area of the remote-con‐
trolled device; otherwise, there is a risk of in‐
jury or damage.
Also follow the safety instructions of the hand-
held transmitter.◀
Before selling the vehicle, delete the stored
functions for the sake of security.Compatibility
If this symbol is printed on the packag‐
ing or in the instructions of the system
to be controlled, the system is gener‐
ally compatible with the universal garage door opener.
If you have any questions, please contact:▷Your service center.▷www.homelink.com on the Internet.
HomeLink is a registered trademark of Gentex
Corporation.
Control elements on the interior
rearview mirror
▷LED, arrow 1.▷Buttons, arrow 2.▷The hand-held transmitter, arrow 3, is re‐
quired for programming.
Programming
General information
1.Switch on the ignition.2.Initial setup:
Press and hold the left and right button on
the interior rearview mirror simultaneously
for approximately 20 seconds until the LED
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erases all programming of the buttons on
the interior rearview mirror.3.Hold the hand-held transmitter for the sys‐
tem to be controlled approx. 1 to 3 in/2.5 to
8 cm away from the buttons of the interior
rearview mirror. The required distance de‐
pends on the manual transmitter.4.Simultaneously press and hold the button
of the desired function on the hand-held
transmitter and the button to be program‐
med on the interior rearview mirror. The
LED on the interior rearview mirror will be‐
gin flashing slowly.5.Release both buttons as soon as the LED
flashes more rapidly. The LED flashing
faster indicates that the button on the inte‐
rior rearview mirror has been programmed.
If the LED does not flash faster after at
least 60 seconds, change the distance be‐
tween the interior rearview mirror and the
hand-held transmitter and repeat the step.
Several more attempts at different distan‐
ces may be necessary. Wait at least
15 seconds between attempts.
Canada: if programming with the hand-
held transmitter was interrupted, hold
down the interior rearview mirror button
and repeatedly press and release the
hand-held transmitter button for 2 sec‐
onds.6.To program other functions on other but‐
tons, repeat steps 3 to 5.
The systems can be controlled using the inte‐
rior rearview mirror buttons.
Special feature of the alternating-
code wireless system
If you are unable to operate the system after
repeated programming, please check if the
system to be controlled features an alternat‐
ing-code system.
Read the system's operating manual, or press
the programmed button on the interior rear‐
view mirror longer. If the LED on the interior
rearview mirror starts flashing rapidly and then
stays lit constantly for 2 seconds, the system
features an alternating-code system. Flashing
and continuous illumination of the LED will re‐
peat for approximately 20 seconds.
For systems with an alternating-code system,
the universal garage door opener and the sys‐
tem also have to be synchronized.
Please read the operating manual to find out how to synchronize the system.
Synchronizing is easier with the aid of a sec‐
ond person.
To synchronize:1.Park the vehicle within range of the re‐
mote-controlled system.2.Program the relevant button on the interior
rearview mirror as described.3.Locate and press the synchronizing button
on the system being programmed. You
have approx. 30 seconds for the next step.4.Hold down the programmed button on the
interior rearview mirror for approximately
3 seconds and then release it. If necessary,
repeat this step up to three times in order
to finish synchronization. Once synchroni‐
zation is complete, the programmed func‐
tion will be carried out.
Reprogramming individual buttons
1.Switch on the ignition.2.Press and hold the interior rearview mirror
button to be programmed.3.As soon as the interior rearview mirror LED
starts flashing slowly, hold the hand-held
transmitter for the system to be controlled
approx. 1 to 3 in/2.5 to 8 cm away from the
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4.Likewise, press and hold the button of the
desired function on the hand-held trans‐
mitter.5.Release both buttons as soon as the inte‐
rior rearview mirror LED flashes more rap‐
idly. The LED flashing faster indicates that
the button on the interior rearview mirror
has been programmed. The system can
then be controlled by the button on the in‐
terior rearview mirror.
If the LED does not flash faster after at
least 60 seconds, change the distance and
repeat the step. Several more attempts at
different distances may be necessary. Wait
at least 15 seconds between attempts.
Canada: if programming with the hand-
held transmitter was interrupted, hold
down the interior rearview mirror button
and repeatedly press and release the
hand-held transmitter button for 2 sec‐
onds.
Controls
Before operation
Before operating a system using the uni‐
versal garage door opener, ensure that there are no people, animals, or objects within the
range of movement of the remote-controlled
system; otherwise, there is a risk of injury or
damage.
Also follow the safety instructions of the hand-
held transmitter.◀
The system, such as the garage door, can be
operated using the button on the interior rear‐
view mirror while the engine is running or when
the ignition is started. To do this, hold down
the button within receiving range of the system
until the function is activated. The interior rear‐ view mirror LED stays lit while the wireless sig‐
nal is being transmitted.
Deleting stored functions Press and hold the left and right button on the
interior rearview mirror simultaneously for ap‐
proximately 20 seconds until the LED flashes
rapidly. All stored functions are deleted. The
functions cannot be deleted individually.
Digital compass
Overview1Control button2Mirror display
Mirror display
The point of the compass is displayed in the
mirror when driving straight.
Operating concept
Various functions can be called up by pressing
the control button with a pointed object, such
as the tip of a ballpoint pen or similar object.
The following setting options are displayed in
succession, depending on how long the con‐
trol button is pressed:
▷Pressed briefly: turns display on/off.▷3 to 6 seconds: compass zone setting.▷6 to 9 seconds: compass calibration.▷9 to 12 seconds: left/right-hand steering
setting.▷12 to 15 seconds: language setting.
Setting the compass zones
Sets the particular compass zones on the vehi‐
cle so that the compass operates correctly; re‐
fer to World map with compass zones.
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Connecting electrical devi‐ces  157 
Continued driving with a flat tire  103 , 106  
Control Display  18 
Control Display, settings  90 
Controller  18, 19  
Control systems, driving sta‐ bility  120 
Convenient opening with the remote control  37 
Coolant  206 
Coolant level  206 
Coolant temperature  83 
Cooling function  147, 150  
Cooling, maximum  149 
Cooling system  206 
Cornering light  94 
Corrosion on brake discs  170 
Cosmetic mirror  157 
Courtesy lamps during un‐ locking  37 
Courtesy lamps with the vehi‐ cle locked  38 
Cruise control  131 
Cruise control, active with Stop & Go  125 
Cruising range  83 
Cupholders  163 
Current fuel consumption  84 
D
Damage, tires  194 
Damping control, dy‐ namic  122 
Data, technical  230 
Date  83 
Daytime running lights  94 
Defrosting, refer to defrosting the windows  147 
Defrosting, refer to Windows, defrosting  151 
Defrosting the windows  147 
Dehumidifying, air  147, 150  
Deleting personal data  25 Deletion of personal data  25 
Destination distance  88 
Digital clock  83 
Digital compass  155 
Dimensions  230 
Dimmable exterior mirrors  59 
Dimmable interior rearview mirror  59 
Direction indicator, refer to Turn signals  69 
Display, electronic, instru‐ ment cluster  78 
Display in windshield  91 
Display lighting, refer to In‐ strument lighting  96 
Displays, cleaning  227 
Disposal, coolant  206 
Disposal, vehicle battery  216 
Distance control, refer to PDC  133 
Distance to destination  88 
Divided screen view, split screen  23 
Door lock  39 
Door lock, refer to Remote control  34 
Drive-off assistant  124 
Drive-off assistant, refer to DSC  120 
Driver assistance, refer to In‐ telligent Safety  107 
Driving Assistant, refer to In‐ telligent Safety  107 
Driving Dynamics Con‐ trol  122  
Driving instructions, break- in  168  
Driving mode  122 
Driving notes, general  168 
Driving stability control sys‐ tems  120 
Driving style analysis  179 
Driving tips  168 
DSC Dynamic Stability Con‐ trol  120  DTC Dynamic Traction Con‐
trol  121  
Dynamic Damping Con‐ trol  122  
Dynamic Stability Control DSC  120 
Dynamic Traction Control DTC  121 
E
ECO PRO  175 
ECO PRO, bonus range  176 
ECO PRO display  175 
ECO PRO driving mode  175 
ECO PRO driving style analy‐ sis  179  
ECO PRO mode  175 
ECO PRO Tip - driving in‐ struction  177 
EfficientDynamics  178 
Electronic displays, instru‐ ment cluster  78 
Electronic oil measure‐ ment  203 
Electronic Stability Program ESP, refer to DSC  120 
Emergency detection, remote control  35 
Emergency release, fuel filler flap  184 
Emergency Request  218 
Emergency start function, en‐ gine start  35 
Emergency unlocking, tail‐ gate  42 
Emergency unlocking, trans‐ mission lock  76 
Energy Control  84 
Energy recovery  84 
Engine, automatic Start/Stop function  67 
Engine, automatic switch- off  67 
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High-beam Assistant 95 
High beams  70 
High beams/low beams, refer to High-beam Assistant  95 
Hills  170 
Hill start assistant, refer to Drive-off assistant  124 
Hints  6 
Holder for beverages  163 
Homepage  6 
Hood  202 
Horn  14 
Hotel function, tailgate  42 
Hot exhaust system  169 
HUD Head-up Display  91 
Hydroplaning  169 
I Ice warning, see External temperature warning  83 
Icy roads, see External tem‐ perature warning  83 
Identification marks, tires  192 
Identification number, see ve‐ hicle identification num‐
ber  9 
iDrive  18 
Ignition key, refer to Remote control  34 
Ignition off  65 
Ignition on  65 
Indication of a flat tire  102 , 105  
Indicator and alarm lamps, see Check Control  79 
Indicator lamp, see Check Control  79 
Individual air distribu‐ tion  147, 150  
Individual settings, refer to Personal Profile  35 
Inflation pressure, tires  188 
Inflation pressure warning FTM, tires  105 Info display, refer to On-
Board computer  87 
Initialize, Tire Pressure Moni‐ tor TPM  102 
Initializing, Flat Tire Monitor FTM  105 
Instrument cluster  78 
Instrument cluster, electronic displays  78 
Instrument lighting  96 
Integrated key  34 
Integrated Owner's Manual in the vehicle  30 
Intelligent Emergency Re‐ quest  218 
Intelligent Safety  107 
Intensity, AUTO pro‐ gram  149 
Interior equipment  153 
Interior lights  96 
Interior lights during unlock‐ ing  37 
Interior lights with the vehicle locked  38 
Interior motion sensor  47 
Interior rearview mirror, auto‐ matic dimming feature  59 
Interior rearview mirror, com‐ pass  155 
Interior rearview mirror, man‐ ually dimmable  59 
Internet page  6 
Interval display, service re‐ quirements  84 
Interval mode  71 
J
Jacking points for the vehicle jack  215 
Joystick, Steptronic transmis‐ sion  74 
Jump-starting  219 K
Key/remote control  34 
Keyless Go, refer to Comfort Access  42 
Key Memory, refer to Per‐ sonal Profile  35 
Kickdown, Steptronic trans‐ mission  73 
Knee airbag  99 
L
Lamp replacement  209 
Lamp replacement, front  210 
Lamp replacement, rear  212 
Lane departure warning  115 
Lane margin, warning  115 
Language on Control Dis‐ play  91 
Lashing eyes, securing cargo  172 
LATCH child restraint sys‐ tem  63 
Launch Control  76 
Leather, care  226 
LED light, bulb replace‐ ment  211 
LEDs, light-emitting di‐ odes  210 
Length, vehicle  230 
Letters and numbers, enter‐ ing  25 
Light alloy wheels, care  226 
Light control  94 
Light-emitting diodes, LEDs  210 
Lighter  157 
Lighting  93 
Lights  93 
Lights and bulbs  209 
Light switch  93 
Load  172 
Loading  171 
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Locking/unlocking via doorlock  39 
Locking/unlocking with re‐ mote control  37 
Locking, automatic  45 
Locking, settings  45 
Lock, power window  48 
Locks, doors, and win‐ dows  64 
Low beams  93 
Low beams, automatic, refer to High-beam Assistant  95 
Lower back support  53 
Luggage rack, see Roof- mounted luggage rack  173 
Lumbar support  53 
M
Maintenance  207 
Maintenance require‐ ments  207 
Maintenance, service require‐ ments  84 
Maintenance system, BMW  207 
Make-up mirror  157 
Malfunction displays, see Check Control  79 
Manual air distribu‐ tion  147, 150  
Manual air flow  147, 150  
Manual mode, Steptronic transmission  74 
Manual operation, door lock  39 
Manual operation, exterior mirrors  58 
Manual operation, fuel filler flap  184 
Manual operation, Park Dis‐ tance Control PDC  134 
Manual operation, rearview camera  137 
Manual operation, Side View  139 Manual operation, Top
View  140 
Manual transmission  73 
Marking on approved tires  195 
Marking, run-flat tires  196 
Master key, refer to Remote control  34 
Maximum cooling  149 
Maximum speed, display  86 
Maximum speed, winter tires  195 
Measure, units of  91 
Medical kit  219 
Memory, seat, mirror  57 
Menu, EfficientDynamics  178 
Menu in instrument clus‐ ter  87 
Menus, operating, iDrive  18 
Menus, refer to iDrive operat‐ ing concept  20 
Messages, see Check Con‐ trol  79 
Microfilter  148, 151  
Minimum tread, tires  194 
Mirror  58 
Mirror memory  57 
Mobile communication devi‐ ces in the vehicle  169 
Mobility System  196 
Modifications, technical, refer to Safety  7 
Moisture in headlight  210 
Monitor, refer to Control Dis‐ play  18 
Mounting of child restraint systems  61 
Multifunction steering wheel, buttons  14 
N
Navigation, see user's manual for Navigation, Entertain‐
ment and Communication Neck restraints, front, refer to Head restraints  55 
Neck restraints, rear, refer to Head restraints  56 
Neutral cleaner, see wheel cleaner  226 
New wheels and tires  194 
Nylon rope for tow-starting/ towing  222 
O OBD Onboard Diagnosis  208 
OBD, see OBD Onboard Di‐ agnosis  208 
Obstacle marking, rearview camera  137 
Octane rating, refer to Rec‐ ommended fuel grade  186 
Odometer  83 
Office, see user's manual for Navigation, Entertainment
and Communication 
Oil  203  
Oil, adding  204 
Oil additives  204 
Oil change  205 
Oil change interval, service requirements  84 
Oil filler neck  204 
Oil types, alternative  205 
Oil types, approved  205 
Old batteries, disposal  216 
On-board computer  87 
Onboard monitor, refer to Control Display  18 
Onboard vehicle tool kit  209 
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 
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