
LampsVehicle equipment
This chapter describes all series equipment as
well as country-specific and special equipment
offered for this model series. Therefore, it also
describes equipment that may not be found in
your vehicle, for instance due to the selected
special equipment or the country version. This
also applies to safety-related functions and
systems.
When using the features and systems descri‐
bed here, adhere to local regulations.
At a glance0Lamps off
Daytime running lights1Parking lights and daytime running lights2Low-beam headlights and welcome lights3Automatic headlamp control, daytime run‐
ning lights, welcome lamps, High-beam
Assistant, and Adaptive Light Control
When you open the driver's door with the igni‐
tion switched off, the exterior lighting is auto‐
matically switched off if the light switch is in
position 0, 2, or 3.
Switch on the parking lights if necessary,
switch position 1.
Parking lamps/low beams,
headlamp control
Parking lamps Switch position  
  : the vehicle lamps light
up on all sides, e.g., for parking.
Do not use the parking lamps for extended pe‐
riods; otherwise, the battery may become dis‐
charged and it would then be impossible to
start the engine.
When parking, it is preferable to switch on the
one-sided roadside parking lamps, refer to
page  89.
Low beams Switch position  
  with the ignition switched
on: the low beams light up.
Welcome lights When parking the vehicle, leave the switch in
position  
  or    : the parking and interior
lamps light up briefly when the vehicle is un‐
locked.
Activating/deactivating the welcome
lamps
1."Settings"2."Lighting"3."Welcome light"
The setting is stored for the remote control
currently in use.
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Locking the storage compartment
When you lock the vehicle from the outside,
the storage compartment in the center armrest
is locked as well.
Opening
Fold the center armrest up, see arrow.Connection for an external audio
device
You can connect an external audio device such
as a CD or MP3 player and play audio tracks over the car's loudspeaker system:
▷AUX-IN port, refer to page  182.▷USB audio interface, refer to page  183.
Storage compartments
inside the vehicle
No non-slip mats on the dashboard
Do not use non-slip materials, such as
non-slip mats, on the dashboard, or it could be
damaged by the substances in the materials.◀
The following compartments are available, de‐
pending on how your vehicle is equipped:
In the doors
To open: fold open the cover.
In the center console One open storage compartment or ashtray.
In the partition wall
To open: pull the handle.
The intermediate floor of the storage compart‐
ment can be removed and inserted at various
heights.
Removing the storage compartment The storage compartment can be removed
completely to be able to use other inserts, for
example.
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Sport automatic transmission1.Insert the remote control into the ignition
lock, even with Comfort Access.2.Release the parking brake, refer to
page  61.3.Drive into the car wash.4.Engage transmission position N.5.Switch the engine off.6.Leave the remote control in the ignition
lock so that the vehicle can roll.
When starting the engine:
1.Depress the brake pedal.2.Press the Start/Stop button.
Transmission position P is engaged automati‐
cally:
▷Automatically after approx. 30 minutes.▷When the remote control is removed from
the ignition lock.
Headlights
▷Do not rub dry and do not use abrasive or
caustic cleansers.▷Soak areas that have been soiled e.g. due
to insects, with shampoo and wash off with
water.▷Thaw ice with de-icing spray; do not use an
ice scraper.
Retractable hardtop
When you open a wet hardtop, water drops
may run into the cargo area. If necessary, re‐
move items from the cargo area beforehand to
avoid water stains or soiling.
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.
Fully remove any residue from the windows to
prevent obstruction of view from streaking,
wiping noises, and wiper wear.
Vehicle careCar care productsBMW recommends using cleaning and care
products from BMW, since these have been
tested and approved.
Car care and cleaning products
Follow the instructions on the container.
When cleaning the interior, open the doors or
windows.
Only use products intended for cleaning vehi‐
cles.
Cleansers can contain substances that are
dangerous and harmful to your health.◀
Vehicle paint Regular care contributes to driving safety and
value retention. Environmental influences in
areas with high air pollution or natural contami‐
nants, such as tree resin or pollen, can have an
impact on the vehicle paint. Tailor the fre‐
quency and extent of your car care to these in‐
fluences.
Immediately remove aggressive substances,
such as spilled fuel, oil, grease, or bird drop‐
pings, to prevent damage to or discoloration of
the paintwork.
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
clothing, provide leather care roughly every
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Short commands of the voice activation
systemVehicle equipment
This chapter describes all series equipment as
well as country-specific and special equipment
offered for this model series. Therefore, it also
describes equipment that may not be found in
your vehicle, for instance due to the selected
special equipment or the country version. This
also applies to safety-related functions and
systems.
When using the features and systems descri‐
bed here, adhere to local regulations.General information
Instructions for voice activation system, refer
to page  27.
To have the available spoken instructions read
out loud: ›Voice commands‹
The following short commands apply to vehi‐
cles equipped with a voice activation system.
They have no function in vehicles in which only
the mobile phone is operated using the voice.
Adjusting
Vehicle  
FunctionCommandOpens the main menu.›Main menu‹Open the options.›Options‹Open the settings.›Settings‹Settings on the Control Display.›Control display‹Open the time and date.›Time and date‹Open the language and units.›Language and units‹Open the speed limit.›Speed‹Open the light.›Lighting‹Open the door lock.›Door locks‹Seite 266ReferenceShort commands of the voice activation system266
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Data, technical, dimen‐sions  264 
Data, technical, filling capaci‐ ties  265 
Data, technical, weights  264 
Date, date format  79 
Date, setting  79 
Daytime running lights  88 
DBC Dynamic Brake Con‐ trol  101  
DCC, refer to Cruise con‐ trol  105  
Defogging windows  111 
Defroster, rear win‐ dow  111, 114  
Defrosting windows  111 
Destination entry via the ad‐ dress book  144 
Destination guidance  151 
Destination guidance with in‐ termediate destinations  149 
Destination input, naviga‐ tion  142 
Digital clock  73 
Digital compass  118 
Digital radio  165 
Dimensions  264 
Dimming mirrors  53 
Directional indicators, refer to Turn signals  62 
Display lighting, refer to In‐ strument lighting  90 
Display, refer to Control Dis‐ play  20 
Displays and controls  14 
Displays, care  260 
Displays, cleaning  260 
Displays, refer to Instrument cluster  16 
Disposal, coolant  241 
Disposal, remote control bat‐ tery  41 
Disposal, vehicle battery  250 
Distance control, refer to PDC  107 Divided screen view, split
screen  24 
Door key, refer to Remote control with integrated
key  32 
Door lock  37 
Doors, manual operation  37 
Doors, unlocking and locking, confirmation signals  36 
Doors, unlocking and locking from the inside  37 
Doors, unlocking and locking from the outside  34 
DOT Quality Grades  232 
Draft-free ventila‐ tion  111, 115  
Drive-off assistant  104 
Drive-off assistant, refer to DSC  101 
Driving instructions, break- in  130  
Driving notes, general  130 
Driving stability control sys‐ tems  101 
Driving tips  130 
DSC Dynamic Stability Con‐ trol  101  
DTC Dynamic Traction Con‐ trol  102  
DTMF suffix dialing  200 
DVD/CD  172 
DVDs, storing  177 
DVD, video  174 
Dynamic Brake Control DBC  101 
Dynamic destination guid‐ ance  158 
Dynamic Driving Control  102 
Dynamic Stability Control DSC  101 
Dynamic Traction Control DTC  102 E
EBV electronic brake-force distribution  101 
EfficientDynamics, refer to Saving fuel  134 
Electrical fault, 7-gear auto‐ matic transmission  71 
Electrical malfunction, door lock  37 
Electrical malfunction, driver's door  37 
Electrical malfunction, fuel filler flap  224 
Electric seat adjustment  49 
Electronic brake-force distri‐ bution  101 
Electronic engine oil level check  238 
Electronic Stability Program ESP, refer to DSC  101 
Emergency operation, fuel filler flap, unlocking man‐
ually  224 
Emergency Request  251 
Emergency unlocking, trunk lid, from the inside  39 
Energy, saving, Automatic Start/Stop function  59 
Engine compartment  237 
Engine coolant, refer to Cool‐ ant  241  
Engine oil, adding  240 
Engine oil additives  240 
Engine oil, checking the level  238 
Engine oil temperature  74 
Engine oil types, alterna‐ tive  240 
Engine oil types, ap‐ proved  240 
Engine, overheating, refer to Coolant temperature  74 
Engine start, Help  252 
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Engine, starting, Comfort Ac‐cess  39 
Engine, starting, Start/Stop button  57 
Engine, stopping, Start/Stop button  57 
Engine, switching off  59 
Engine temperature  74 
Entry comparison  25 
Entry lamps, refer to Interior lamps  91 
Equalizer  162 
Equipment, interior  116 
Error messages, refer to Check Control  84 
ESP Electronic Stability Pro‐ gram, refer to DSC  101 
Exchanging wheels/tires  234 
Exhaust system  131 
Exterior mirrors  52 
Exterior mirrors, automatic dimming  53 
Exterior mirrors, automatic heating  53 
Exterior mirrors, folding in and out  53 
Exterior mirrors, setting  52 
External audio device  125 
External devices  182 
External start  252 
External temperature dis‐ play  73 
External temperature display, changing the unit of meas‐
ure  78 
External temperature display, on computer  78 
External temperature warn‐ ing  73 
Eyes for securing cargo  134 
F
Fader  162 
Failure messages, refer to Check Control  84 Failure of an electrical acces‐
sory  250 
False alarm, avoiding uninten‐ tional alarms  42 
False alarm, ending an alarm  41 
Fastening safety belts, refer to Safety belts  50 
Filter, refer to Microfilter/acti‐ vated-charcoal filter with au‐
tomatic climate control  114 
Filter, refer to Microfilter for air conditioner  111 
Fine wood, care  259 
First aid kit  252 
Flashing when locking/ unlocking  36 
Flat tire, Flat Tire Monitor FTM  94 
Flat Tire Monitor FTM  94 
Flat Tire Monitor, snow chains  235 
Flat tire, Tire Pressure Moni‐ tor TPM  96 
Flat tire, warning light  95 
Flat tire, wheel change  248 
Flooding  131 
Floor carpet, care  260 
Floor mats, care  260 
FM/AM station  164 
Foot brake  131 
Footwell lights, refer to Inte‐ rior lights  91 
For your own safety  7 
Front airbags  92 
Front passenger airbags, de‐ activating  93 
FTM Flat Tire Monitor  94 
Fuel, average consump‐ tion  75 
Fuel consumption display, average fuel consump‐
tion  75 
Fuel display  74 
Fuel filler flap  224 Fuel filler flap, unlocking in
case of an electrical mal‐
function  224 
Fuel gauge  74 
Fuel recommendation  226 
Fuel, refer to Average fuel consumption  75 
Fuel tank capacity, refer to Filling capacities  265 
Fuel tank contents, refer to Filling capacities  265 
Fuses  250 
G
Garage door opener, refer to Integrated universal remote
control  116 
Gasoline display  74 
Gasoline, fuel recommenda‐ tion  226 
Gas station recommenda‐ tion  153 
Gear display, 7-gear auto‐ matic transmission  69 
Gear display, 8-gear auto‐ matic transmission  68 
General driving notes  130 
Glove compartment  124 
GPS navigation, refer to Navi‐ gation system  140 
Grilles, refer to Air vents  109 
Gross vehicle weight, refer to Weights  264 
H Handbrake, refer to Parking brake  61 
Hand-held transmitter, alter‐ nating code  117 
Hardtop  44 
Hazard warning system  18 
HD Radio  165 
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Key, refer to Integrated key/remote control  32 
Kickdown, 7-gear automatic transmission  70 
Kickdown, 8-gear automatic transmission  66 
Knee airbag  92 
L
Lamps and bulbs, bulb re‐ placement  245 
Lamps, replacing, refer to Lamps and bulbs  245 
Language on Control Dis‐ play  80 
Lap-and-shoulder belt, refer to Safety belts  50 
Lashing eyes, securing cargo  134 
Launch Control, acceleration assistant  71 
Leather, care  258 
LED, light-emitting di‐ odes  246 
Length, refer to Dimen‐ sions  264 
Letters and numbers, enter‐ ing  25 
License plate light, bulb re‐ placement  248 
Light  87 
Light-alloy wheels, care  259 
Light control  88 
Light-emitting diodes LED  246 
Lighter  120 
Lighter, connecting electrical devices  120 
Lighting, instruments  90 
Lighting, lamps and bulbs  245 
Light switch  87 
Limit, refer to Speed limit  85 
Load  133 
Loading  132 Lockable lug bolts, refer to
Lug bolt lock  249 
Lock buttons, doors, refer to Locking  38 
Locking from the inside  38 
Locking from the outside  35 
Locking, setting the confirma‐ tion signals  36 
Locking the vehicle from the inside  37 
Locking the vehicle from the outside  34 
Locking without remote con‐ trol, refer to Comfort Ac‐
cess  39 
Low beams  87 
Low beams, automatic, refer to High-beam Assistant  89 
Lower back support, refer to Lumbar support  49 
Lug bolt lock  249 
Lumbar support  49 
M
M/S, automatic transmission, 7-gear  70 
M/S, automatic transmission, 8-gear  67 
Maintenance  243 
Maintenance require‐ ments  243 
Maintenance, service require‐ ments  80 
Maintenance system, BMW  243 
Malfunction, door lock  37 
Malfunction, fuel filler flap  224 
Malfunction, parking brake  62 
Malfunction warnings, refer to Check Control  84 
Manual air distribution  111 
Manual mode, 7-gear auto‐ matic transmission  70 Manual mode, 8-gear auto‐
matic transmission  67 
Manual operation, door lock  37 
Manual operation, driver's door  37 
Manual operation, fuel filler flap  224 
Manual operation, transmis‐ sion lock  71 
Manual transmission  65 
Map, destination entry  147 
Map display in black and white  156 
Map in split screen  155 
Map view  153 
Marking on approved tires  235 
Marking, run-flat tires  234 
Master key, refer to Remote control with integrated
key  32 
Maximum cooling  113 
Maximum speed, winter tires  235 
Medical kit, refer to First aid kit  252  
Memory, refer to Seat and mirror memory  51 
Menus, of iDrive, operat‐ ing  20 
Menus, refer to iDrive operat‐ ing concept  21 
Message list, traffic bulle‐ tins  155 
Messages  208 
Microfilter for air condi‐ tioner  111 
Microfilter, with automatic cli‐ mate control  114 
Minimum tread depth, tires  233 
Mirror, mirror memory, refer to Seat and mirror mem‐
ory  51 
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Mirrors– Automatic Curb Monitor 52
Mirrors, exterior mirrors 52 
Mirrors, folding in, before driving into a car wash  53 
Mirrors, heating  53 
Mirrors, interior mirror  53 
Mobile communication devi‐ ces in the vehicle  131 
Mobile phone, installation lo‐ cation, refer to Center arm‐
rest  124 
Mobile phone, refer to Tele‐ phone  194 
Modifications, technical, refer to Safety  7 
Monitor, refer to Control Dis‐ play  20 
MP3 player  182 
Multimedia  172 
Music collection  177 
Music search  179 
Music, storing  177 
N
Navigation  140 
Navigation data  140 
Navigation data, updat‐ ing  140  
Navigation system, destina‐ tion entry by voice  148 
Nets, refer to Storage com‐ partments  125 
Neutral cleaner, care  259 
New wheels and tires  234 
Notes  6, 211  
Nozzles, refer to Air vents  109 
Nozzles, refer to Ventila‐ tion  111, 115  
O OBD Onboard Diagnos‐ tics  244 
Odometer  73 
Office  205 
Oil additives  240 
Oil change interval, service requirements  80 
Oil consumption  238 
Oil level  238 
Oil, refer to Engine oil  238 
Oil types, alternative  240 
Oil types, approved  240 
Old batteries, disposal  250 
Onboard computer, refer to Computer  75 
Onboard Diagnostics OBD  244 
Onboard monitor, refer to Control Display  20 
Onboard vehicle tool kit  245 
Opening and closing, Comfort Access  39 
Opening and closing from the inside  37 
Opening and closing from the outside  34 
Opening and closing using the door lock  37 
Opening and closing, using the remote control  34 
Operating principle, iDrive  20 
Outside-air mode, automatic climate control  113 
Outside air, refer to Recircu‐ lated air mode  110, 113  
Overheating of engine, refer to Coolant temperature  74 
P Paint, vehicle  258 
Pairing, mobile phone  195 
Park Distance Control PDC  107 
Parked vehicle, condensa‐ tion  132 
Parking aid, refer to PDC  107 
Parking brake  61 
Parking lamps  87 Passenger side mirror, tilt‐
ing  52 
PDC Park Distance Con‐ trol  107  
Personal information  205 
Personal Profile  32 
Pinch protection, win‐ dows  43 
Plastic, care  259 
Pollen, refer to Microfilter/ activated-charcoal filter with
automatic climate con‐
trol  114  
Pollen, refer to Microfilter for air conditioner  111 
Position, storing  144 
Postal code, entering in navi‐ gation  143 
Power failure  249 
Power windows, opening and closing  43 
Power windows, refer to Win‐ dows  42 
Pressure, tires  228 
Pressure warning, tires  94 
Pressure warning, tires, Flat Tire Monitor  94 
Programmable memory but‐ tons, iDrive  24 
Protective function, refer to Pinch protection system,
windows  43 
Push-and-turn switch, refer to Controller  21 
R Radiator fluid, refer to Cool‐ ant  241  
Radio-operated key, refer to Remote control with
integrated key  32 
Radio ready state  58 
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