Things to remember when drivingVehicle features and options
This 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.
Breaking-in period General information
Moving parts need time to adjust to one an‐
other (break-in time).
The following instructions will help accomplish
a long vehicle life and good efficiency.
During break-in, do not use the Launch Con‐
trol, refer to page 76.
Engine, transmission, and axle drive
Up to 1,200 miles/2,000 km
Do not exceed the maximum engine and road
speed:▷For gasoline engine 4,500 rpm and
100 mph/160 km/h.
Avoid full load or kickdown under all circum‐
stances.
From 1,200 miles/2,000 km The engine and vehicle speed can gradually be
increased.
Tires
Tire traction is not optimal due to manufactur‐
ing circumstances when tires are brand-new;
they achieve their full traction potential after a
break-in time.
Drive conservatively for the first
200 miles/300 km.
Brake system
Brakes require an initial break-in period of ap‐
prox. 300 miles/500 km to achieve optimal per‐
formance between brake discs and brake
pads. Drive moderately during this break-in pe‐
riod.
Following part replacement
The same break-in procedures should be ob‐
served if any of the components above-men‐
tioned have to be renewed in the course of the
vehicle's operating life.
General driving notes
Closing the trunk lid Drive with the trunk lid closed
Only drive with the tailgate closed; other‐
wise, in the event of an accident or braking and
evasive maneuvers, passengers and other traf‐
fic may be injured, and the vehicle may be
damaged. In addition, exhaust fumes may en‐
ter the vehicle interior.◀
If driving with the tailgate open cannot be
avoided:▷Close all windows and the glass sunroof.▷Greatly increase the air flow from the vents.▷Drive moderately.
Hot exhaust system
Hot exhaust system
High temperatures are generated in the
exhaust system.
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Belts, safety belts 53
Beverage holder, cu‐ pholder 174
Blinds, sun protection 47
BMW Assist, see user's manual for Navigation, En‐
tertainment and Communi‐
cation
BMW Driver’s Guide App 6
BMW Homepage 6
BMW Internet page 6
BMW maintenance sys‐ tem 217
Bonus range, ECO PRO 185
Bottle holder, refer to Cu‐ pholder 174
Brake assistant 128
Brake assistant, adaptive 128
Brake discs, break-in 178
Brake force display 125
Brake lights, adaptive 125
Brake lights, brake force dis‐ play 125
Brake lights, bulb replace‐ ment 221
Brake pads, break-in 178
Braking, hints 179
Breakdown assistance 224
Break-in 178
Brightness of Control Dis‐ play 93
Bulb replacement, front 219
Bulb replacement, rear 221
Button, RES 139
Button, Start/Stop 64
Bypassing, refer to Jump- starting 225
C
California Proposition 65 Warning 7
Calling up mirror adjust‐ ment 44
Calling up seat adjust‐ ment 44 Calling up steering wheel ad‐
justment 44
Camera lenses, care 232
Camera, rearview cam‐ era 148
Camera, Side View 150
Camera, Top View 152
Can holder, refer to Cu‐ pholder 174
Car battery 222
Car care products 230
Care, displays 232
Care, vehicle 230
Cargo 181
Cargo area, enlarging 169
Cargo area, storage compart‐ ments 175
Cargo, securing 182
Cargo straps, securing cargo 182
Car key, refer to Remote con‐ trol 34
Carpet, care 232
Car wash 229
Catalytic converter, refer to Hot exhaust system 178
CBS Condition Based Serv‐ ice 217
CD/Multimedia, see user's manual for Navigation, En‐
tertainment and Communi‐
cation
Center console 16
Central locking system 40
Central screen, refer to Con‐ trol Display 18
Changes, technical, refer to Safety 7
Changing parts 219
Changing wheels 222
Changing wheels/tires 204
Chassis number, see vehicle identification number 9
Check Control 81
Checking the engine oil level electronically 212 Checking the oil level elec‐
tronically 212
Children, seating position 60
Children, transporting safely 60
Child restraint fixing sys‐ tem 60
Child restraint fixing system LATCH 62
Child restraint fixing systems, mounting 60
Child safety locks 63
Child seat, mounting 60
Child seats 60
Chrome parts, care 231
Cigarette lighter 167
Cleaning displays 232
Climate control 157
Climate control laminated tinted safety glass 179
Climate control wind‐ shield 179
Clock 86
Closing/opening via door lock 39
Closing/opening with remote control 37
Clothes hooks 174
Coasting 187
Coasting with engine decou‐ pled, coasting 187
Coasting with idling en‐ gine 187
Combination reel, refer to Turn signals 70
Combination switch, refer to Wiper system 71
COMFORT+ program, Driving Dynamics Control 134
Comfort Access 41
COMFORT program, Driving Dynamics Control 134
Compressor 206
Computer, refer to On-board computer 90 Seite 241Everything from A to ZReference241
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