convertible top opens as longs as the
switch is pressed.▷Pull the switch and hold it. The
windows are lowered, the
convertible top closes and the windows are
raised again as long as the switch is pulled.
Push or pull switch until the convertible top is
completely open or closed and the end of the
procedure is indicated by a corresponding
Check Control message. Always make sure
that the convertible top well storage cover is
completely closed. If the convertible top is
completely open or closed, convertible top and
convertible top well storage cover are latched.
LEDs
▷Left LED lights up green: convertible top is
opened or closed. If the operation is com‐
pleted, the LED goes out and a corre‐
sponding Check Control message is dis‐
played.▷Right LED flashes red after the switch is
released: operating sequence has not yet
concluded.▷Right LED comes on red when the switch
is pressed: trunk partition is flipped up,
trunk lid is not closed or there is a malfunc‐
tion. Convertible top cannot be moved.
In addition to the red LED, a check control
message is displayed.
Interruption Always open/close the convertible top
completely
A convertible top that is not opened or closed
completely is not locked and represents a haz‐
ard.◀
The convertible top movement is interrupted if
the switch is released. The sequence can be
continued in the desired direction using the
switch.
If there is a longer interruption with the ignition
switched on, convertible top and convertible
top well storage cover remain approx. 10 mi‐
nutes in the current position before they slowly
go down. If the ignition is switched off,
convertible top and convertible top well stor‐
age cover lower already after a short waiting
period.
The convertible top and the convertible top
well storage cover are not locked. Operate
switch again until the convertible operation is
terminated.
Convenient operation from outside
When equipped with Comfort Access the
convertible top can also be operated from out‐
side.▷Convenient opening, refer to page 37, via
the remote control.▷Convenient closing, refer to page 38, via
the remote control.▷Closing by means of Comfort Access, refer
to page 42.
Cargo area partition
Fold down cargo area partition in the back so
that the convertible top can be opened.
Fold down cargo area partition in the front in
order to enlarge the cargo area capacity when
the convertible top is closed.
Manually close convertible top
Hints
If there is a defect, the convertible top can be
manually closed. Two persons are necessary
to do this.
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RefuelingVehicle 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.
Hints Observe the fuel recommendation, refer to
page 176, prior to refueling.
Refuel promptly
Refuel no later than at a range of
30 miles/50 km or engine operation might fail
and damage might occur.◀
Fuel lid Opening1.Briefly press the rear edge of the fuel filler
flap.2.Turn the tank lid counterclockwise.3.Place the tank lid in the bracket attached to
the fuel filler flap.
Closing
1.Fit the lid and turn it clockwise until you
clearly hear a click.2.Close the fuel filler flap.
Do not pinch the retaining strap
Do not pinch the retaining strap attached
to the lid; otherwise, the lid cannot be closed
properly and fuel vapors can escape.◀
Manually unlocking fuel filler flap In the event of an electrical malfunction, e.g.
The release is located in the trunk.
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When the emergency request is received
at the BMW Response Center, the BMW
Response Center contacts you and takes
further steps to help you.
Even if you are unable to respond, the
BMW Response Center can take further
steps to help you under certain circum‐
stances.
For this, data are transmitted to the BMW
Response Center which serve to deter‐
mine the necessary rescue measures. E. g.
the current position of the vehicle, if it can
be established.▷If the LED is flashing green, but the BMW
Response Center can no longer be heard
via the speaker, you can nevertheless still
be heard at the BMW Response Center.
Initiating an Emergency Request
automatically
Under certain conditions, an Emergency Re‐
quest is automatically initiated immediately af‐
ter a severe accident. Automatic Collision Noti‐
fication is not affected by pressing the SOS
button.
Warning triangle
The warning triangle is located under a cover
on the left side of the trunk.
Press against the lower edge of the cover and
remove the cover.
First aid kit
Note
Some of the articles have a limited service life.
Check the expiration dates of the contents
regularly and replace any expired items
promptly.
StorageThe first aid kit is located in the insert in the
rear seat backrest.1.Pull the release in the direction of the ar‐
row, and remove the insert from the front. If
necessary, when pulling the release, press
against the insert.2.Remove the first aid kit.
When replacing the insert, place both pins into
the rail at the bottom and press the insert back
in place until a 'click' is heard. Ensure that the
rear seat backrest upholstery is not damaged.
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Convertible top, emergencyoperation 50
Convertible top, rollover pro‐ tection system 109
Convertible top tool 50
Coolant 192
Coolant level 192
Coolant temperature 89
Cooling function 147
Cooling, maximum 147
Cooling system 192
Cornering light 102
Corrosion on brake discs 166
Cosmetic mirror 152
Courtesy lamps during un‐ locking 37
Courtesy lamps with the vehi‐ cle locked 38
Cruise control 134
Cruising range 90
Cupholder 158
Current fuel consumption 90
D
Damage, tires 181
Damping control 132
Damping control, dy‐ namic 132
Data, technical 214
Date 89
Daytime running lights 102
Defrosting, refer to Windows, defrosting 147
Dehumidifying, air 147
Deleting personal data 24
Deletion of personal data 24
Destination distance 95
Differential lock 132
Digital clock 89
Digital speed 89
Digital tachometer 89
Dimensions 214
Dimmable exterior mirrors 64
Dimmable interior rearview mirror 64 Direction indicator, refer to
Turn signals 75
Display EfficientDynamics 91
Display, electronic, instru‐ ment cluster 84
Display in windshield 98
Display lighting, refer to In‐ strument lighting 104
Displays, cleaning 210
Disposal, coolant 192
Disposal, vehicle battery 198
Distance control, refer to PDC 136
Distance to destination 95
Divided screen view, split screen 23
Door lock 40
Door lock, refer to Remote control 34
Doors, Automatic Soft Clos‐ ing 41
Double-clutch transmis‐ sion 78
Drivelogic 80
Drive mode 79
Drive-off assistant 128
Drive-off assistant, refer to DSC 130
Driver assistance, refer to In‐ telligent Safety 113
Driving Assistant, refer to In‐ telligent Safety 113
Driving Dynamics Control 82
Driving instructions, break- in 164
Driving notes, general 165
Driving on racetracks 163
Driving program, refer to Drivelogic 80
Driving stability control sys‐ tems 128
Driving tips 165
DSC Dynamic Stability Con‐ trol 130
Dynamic Damping Con‐ trol 132 Dynamic driving systems 91
Dynamic driving, system states 91
Dynamic Stability Control DSC 130
E
EfficientDynamics 91
Electronic displays, instru‐ ment cluster 84
Electronic oil measure‐ ment 189
Electronic Stability Program ESP, refer to DSC 130
Emergency detection, remote control 35
Emergency operation, convertible top 50
Emergency release, fuel filler flap 174
Emergency Request 200
Emergency start function, en‐ gine start 35
Emergency unlocking, trunk lid 42
Energy Control 90
Energy recovery 90
Engine, automatic Start/Stop function 71
Engine, automatic switch- off 71
Engine compartment 187
Engine compartment, work‐ ing in 187
Engine coolant 192
Engine oil 189
Engine oil, adding 190
Engine oil additives 190
Engine oil change 191
Engine oil filler neck 190
Engine oil temperature 88
Engine oil types, alterna‐ tive 191
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