2015 BMW 7 SERIES LONG door lock

▷On uphill grades or on a slope, also secure
the vehicle, e.g. with a wheel chock.◀
Selector lever positions
D Drive
Selector lever position for normal vehicle oper‐
ation. All gears for forward travel are activated
automatically.
To reduce fuel consumption, the engine is au‐
tomatically decoupled from the transmission
under the conditions described for Coasting,
refer to page 245.
R is Reverse
Select only when the vehicle is stationary.
N Neutral:
The vehicle may roll in selector lever posi‐
tion N.
Engage selector lever position N, e.g. in car
washes, refer to page 291.
With operating readiness switched off, refer to
page 20, selector lever position P is engaged
automatically.
P Park Select only when the vehicle is stationary. The
drive wheels are blocked.
Selector lever position P is engaged automati‐
cally:
▷After drive readiness, refer to page 97, is
switched off and selector lever position R
or D is engaged.▷If operating readiness is switched off and
selector lever position N is engaged.▷If the driver's safety belt is released, the
driver's door is opened, and the brake
pedal is not pressed while the vehicle is
stationary and selector lever position D or
R is set.Kickdown
Kickdown is used to achieve maximum driving
performance. Step on the accelerator pedal
beyond the resistance point at the full throttle
position.
Engaging selector lever positions General information To prevent the vehicle from creeping after you
select a gear, maintain pressure on the brake
pedal until you are ready to start.
It is not possible to shift out of selector lever
position P until the engine is running and the
brake is applied.
With the vehicle is stationary, press on the
brake pedal before shifting out of selector lever
position P or N; otherwise, the shift command
will not be executed: shift lock.
A block prevents the inadvertent switching to
selector lever position R or the inadvertent
change from selector lever position P.
Engaging selector lever position D, N, R
Briefly push the selector lever in the desired di‐
rection, beyond a resistance point if needed.
After releasing the selector lever, it returns to
its center position.
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Switching on/offPress button. The green indicator
lamp lights up.
If the automatic headlight control, refer to
page 130, is activated, the low beams will
come on automatically when you switch on the
front fog lights.
When the high beams or headlight flasher are
activated, the front fog lights are not switched
on.
Instrument lighting The parking lights or low beams
must be switched on to adjust
the brightness.
Adjust the brightness with the
thumbwheel.
Interior lights
General information
Depending on the equipment version, interior
lights, footwell lights, entry lamps, door handle
lighting, and speaker lighting are automatically
controlled.
Overview
Buttons in the vehicle
Interior lights
Reading lights
Switching the interior lights on and off Press button.
To switch off permanently: press the button
and hold for approx. 3 seconds.
The interior lights in the rear of the vehicle can
be switched on and off independently. The
button is located in the rear roofliner.
Switching the reading lamps on and off manually
Press button.
The reading lamps are located at the front and
rear next to the interior lights.
Ambient light
General information
Depending on the equipment version, lighting
can be adjusted for some lights in the car's in‐
terior.
Switching on/off The ambient light is switched on when the ve‐
hicle is unlocked, and switched off when the
vehicle is locked.
If the ambient light was deactivated via iDrive,
it will not be switched on when the vehicle is
unlocked.
Selecting color scheme About iDrive:1."My Vehicle"2."Vehicle settings"3."Lighting"4."Interior lighting"5."Color"6.Select desired setting.Seite 133LightsControls133
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Setting the brightness
About iDrive:1."My Vehicle"2."Vehicle settings"3."Lighting"4."Interior lighting"5."Brightness"6.Select desired setting.
Dimmed when driving About iDrive:
1."My Vehicle"2."Vehicle settings"3."Lighting"4."Interior lighting"5."Dimmed while driving"
The interior lighting is dimmed for some lights
while driving.
Panoramic glass sunroof, lighting If the panoramic glass sunroof is opened or the
sliding visor closed, lighting of the panoramic
glass sunroof is switched off.
When closing the sliding visors, only the light‐
ing for the area in question is switched off.
BMW Touch Command
The ambient light can also be operated using
BMW Touch Command.
Bowers & Wilkins High End Surround
Sound System
General information
Some speakers in the vehicle are illuminated.
Brightness can be individually set.
Switching on/off The speaker lighting is switched on when the
vehicle is unlocked, and switched off when the
vehicle is locked.
If the speakers are muted, speaker lighting will
be switched off.
Setting the brightness About iDrive:1."My Vehicle"2."Vehicle settings"3."Lighting"4."Bowers & Wilkins"5."Brightness"6.Select desired setting.
BMW Touch Command
The operation of the Bowers & Wilkins high-
end surround sound system is also possible
with BMW Touch Command.
Ambient light accent
General information
The ambient light accent illuminates the door
pillar in the rear.
Switching on/off The ambient light accent is switched on when
the vehicle is unlocked, and switched off when
the vehicle is locked.
When opening a rear door, the ambient light
accent of the respective door pillar is switched
off.
Setting the brightness About iDrive:
1."My Vehicle"2."Vehicle settings"3."Lighting"4."Accent lighting in rear"5."Brightness"
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LockingThe glove compartment can be locked with an
integrated key. This prevents access to the
glove compartment.
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
Information WARNING
Folded open, the glove compartment
protrudes in the car's interior. Objects in the glove compartment can be thrown into the
car's interior while driving, e.g. in the event of
an accident or during braking and evasive ma‐
neuvers. There is risk of injuries. Always close
the glove compartment immediately after us‐ ing it.◀
Opening
Pull the handle.
ClosingFold cover closed.
Compartments in the doors WARNING
Breakable object, e.g. glass bottle, can
break in the event of an accident. Broken glass
can be scattered in the car's interior. There is
risk of injuries. Do not stow any breakable ob‐
jects in the car's interior.◀
Storage compartment on the
center console
Opening
Push the cover forward until it engages behind
the cup holders. Push the cover forward again
until it engages behind the storage compart‐
ment.
ClosingTouch the cover on the handle bar. It slides up
to the cup holders toward the back. Another
touch closes the storage compartment com‐
pletely.
Storage compartment in the
rear center console
The rear center console contains a storage
compartment.
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In this way, operating readiness remains
switched on, and a Check-Control mes‐
sage is displayed.
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.
For activation of drive readiness:
1.Depress the brake pedal.2.Press the Start/Stop button.
When the Start/Stop button is pressed without
stepping on the brake, a Check Control mes‐
sage is displayed.
Selector lever positionSelector lever position P is automatically en‐
gaged after approx. 25 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 productsThe manufacturer of your vehicle recommends
using car care and cleaning products from
BMW.
WARNING
Cleansers can contain substances that
are dangerous and harmful to your health.
There is risk of injuries. When cleaning the in‐
terior, open the doors or windows. Only use
products intended for cleaning vehicles. Fol‐
low the instructions on the container.◀
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.
Matte finish Only use cleaning and care products suitable
for vehicles with matte finish. These are availa‐
ble from a dealer’s service center or another
qualified service center or repair shop.
Leather care
Remove dust from the leather often, using a
cloth or vacuum cleaner.
Otherwise, particles of dust and road grime
chafe in pores and folds, and lead to increased
wear and premature degradation of the leather
surface.
To guard against discoloration, such as from
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Everything from A to Z
IndexA ABS, Antilock Brake Sys‐ tem 163
ACC, Active Cruise Control with Stop & Go 168
Acceleration Assistant, see Launch Control 106
Accessories and parts 7
Accident prevention, see Ac‐ tive Protection 160
Activated-charcoal filter 206
Activating gesture control 30
Active Blind Spot Detec‐ tion 153
Active comfort chassis 201
Active Cruise Control with Stop & Go, ACC 168
Active damping adjust‐ ment 201
Active Protection 160
Active roll stabilization 202
Active seat ventilation 92
Active Steering, integral 166
Adaptive brake assistant 163
Adaptive brake lights, see Brake force display 160
ADAPTIVE drive mode, see Driving Dynamics Con‐
trol 110
Adaptive Light Control 131
ADAPTIVE, see Driving Dy‐ namics Control 110
Additives, oil 275
Adjustments, seats/head re‐ straints 76
After washing vehicle 292
Airbags 136
Airbags, indicator/warning light 137 Air circulation, see Recircu‐
lated-air mode 205
Air, dehumidifying, see Cool‐ ing function 204
Air distribution, manual 205
Air flow, automatic climate control 205
Air outlets, see ventila‐ tion 206
Air pressure, tires 254
Air suspension 200
Alarm system 69
Alarm, unintentional 70
All around the center con‐ sole 16
All around the roofliner 18
All around the steering wheel 14
All-season tires, see Winter tires 259
All-wheel-drive, see xDrive 165
Alternating-code hand-held transmitter 216
Alternative oil types 275
Ambient air package 211
Ambient light 133, 134
Animal detection, see Night Vision 147
Antifreeze, washer fluid 106
Antilock Brake System, ABS 163
Anti-slip control, see DSC 163
Approved axle load 299
Arrival time 124
Ashtray 217
Ashtray, front 217
Ashtray, rear 218
Assistance when driving off 163 Attentiveness assistant 161
AUC Automatic Recirculating Air Control 205
Audio 6
AUTO H button 100
AUTO H button, see Auto‐ matic Hold 100
AUTO intensity 204
Automatic car wash 291
Automatic climate con‐ trol 203
Automatic Cruise Control with Stop & Go 168
Automatic Curb Monitor 85
Automatic deactivation, Front-seat passenger air‐
bags 138
Automatic headlight con‐ trol 130
Automatic Hold 100
Automatic locking 68
Automatic Recirculating Air Control AUC 205
Automatic Soft Closing, doors 63
Automatic transmission, see Steptronic transmis‐
sion 106
Automatic unlocking 68
AUTO program, automatic cli‐ mate control 204
AUTO program, intensity 204
Auto Start/Stop function 98
Average fuel consump‐ tion 124
Average speed 124
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Closing via door lock 62
Closing without remote con‐ trol 62
Clothes hooks 229
Coasting 245
Coasting with engine decou‐ pled, coasting 245
Coasting with idling en‐ gine 245
Collision warning with braking function 140
Collision warning with City braking function 140
Combination switch, see Turn signals 103
Combination switch, see Wiper system 103
Comfort Access 65
COMFORT drive mode, see Driving Dynamics Con‐
trol 110
COMFORT PLUS drive mode, see Driving Dynamics
Control 110
COMFORT PLUS, see Driv‐ ing Dynamics Control 110
COMFORT, see Driving Dy‐ namics Control 110
Communication 6
Compact wheel, see Emer‐ gency wheel 282
Compartments in the doors 226
Compatible devices 42
Compatible mobile phones 42
Compressor 260
Computer, see on-board computer 122
Condensation on win‐ dows 206
Condensation under the vehi‐ cle 236
Condition Based Service CBS 279
Confirmation signal 68 ConnectedDrive 6
ConnectedDrive Services 6
Connecting device 41
Connecting electrical devi‐ ces 219
Connecting mobile phone 41
Connecting smartphone 41
Connecting telephone 41
Connections 41
Continued driving with a flat tire 267 , 270
Control Display 21
Control Display, settings 38
Controller 22
Control systems, driving sta‐ bility 163
Convenient opening with the remote control 61
Coolant 277
Coolant level 277
Coolant temperature 118
Cooler 223
Cooling function 204
Cooling, maximum 204
Cooling system 277
Corrosion on brake discs 236
Cosmetic mirror 217
Courtesy lamps with the vehi‐ cle locked 61
Cross traffic warning 197
Cruise control 175
Cruise control, active with Stop & Go 168
Cruising range 123
Cupholder 228
Current fuel consump‐ tion 123
D
Damage, tires 258
Damping control, dy‐ namic 201
Data, technical 298
Daytime running lights 131 Defrosting, see Windows, de‐
frosting 206
Dehumidifying, air 204
Deleting personal data 40
Deletion of personal data 40
Departure time, parked-car heating 211
Departure time, parked-car ventilation 211
Destination distance 124
Device list 41
Digital clock 118
Dimensions 298
Dimmable exterior mirrors 86
Dimmable interior rearview mirror 86
Direction indicator, see Turn signals 103
Display in windshield 126
Display lighting, see Instru‐ ment lighting 133
Displays 113
Displays, cleaning 294
Disposal, coolant 278
Disposal, vehicle battery 285
Distance control, see PDC 180
Distance to destination 124
Divided screen view, split screen 27
Door handle lighting, see wel‐ come lights 130
Door lock 62
Door lock, see Remote con‐ trol 54
Doors, Automatic Soft Clos‐ ing 63
Downhill control 165
Drive mode 110
Drive-off assistant 163
Drive-off assistant, see DSC 163
Drive readiness, see starting the engine 97
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Intensity, AUTO pro‐gram 204
Interior equipment 215
Interior lights 133
Interior lights during unlock‐ ing 60
Interior lights with the vehicle locked 61
Interior motion sensor 70
Interior rearview mirror, auto‐ matic dimming feature 86
Internet page 6
Interval display, service re‐ quirements 119
Ionization, see Ambient air package 211
J Jacking points for the vehicle jack 282
Joystick, Steptronic transmis‐ sion 106
Jump-starting 287
K Key/remote control 54
Keyless Go, see Comfort Ac‐ cess 65
Kickdown, Steptronic trans‐ mission 106
Knee airbag 137
L Label on recommended tires 259
Lamp in the exterior mirror, see Active Blind Spot De‐
tection 153
Lamp in the exterior mirror, see crossing traffic warn‐
ing 197
Lamp replacement 282
Lamp replacement, front 282 Lamp replacement, rear 282
Lane departure warning 150
Lane margin, warning 150
Language, on the Control Display 38
Lashing eyes, securing cargo 238
LATCH child restraint sys‐ tem 95
Launch Control 106
Leather, care 292
LEDs, replace light-emitting diodes 282
Light alloy wheels, care 293
Light control 131
Lighting 129
Lights 129
Lights and bulbs 282
Light switch 129
List of all messages 40
Load 238
Loading 237
Lock, door 62
Locking, automatic 68
Locking, settings 67
Locking via door lock 62
Locking with remote con‐ trol 60
Lock, power window 71
Locks, doors, and win‐ dows 96
Low beams 129
Low beams, automatic, see High-beam Assistant 132
Lower back support 77
Luggage rack, see Roof- mounted luggage rack 238
Lumbar support 77
M
Maintenance 279
Maintenance require‐ ments 279
Maintenance, service require‐ ments 119 Maintenance system,
BMW 279
Make-up mirror 217
Malfunction displays, see Check Control 114
Manual air distribution 205
Manual air flow 205
Manual brake, see Parking brake 100
Manual mode, Steptronic transmission 106
Manual operation, door lock 62
Manual operation, exterior mirrors 85
Manual operation, fuel filler flap 250
Marking, run-flat tires 260
Massage seat, front 88
Massage seat, rear 88
Master key, see Remote con‐ trol 54
Maximum cooling 204
Maximum speed, display 120
Maximum speed, winter tires 259
Measurement, units of 39
Medical kit 287
Memory for seat, mirrors, steering wheel 87
Menu in instrument clus‐ ter 121
Menus 22
Menus, operating, iDrive 21
Messages 40
Messages, see Check Con‐ trol 114
Microfilter 206
Minimum tread, tires 258
Mirror 85
Mirror memory 87
Mobile communication devi‐ ces in the vehicle 235
Mobility System 260
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