2016 BMW 3 SERIES GRAN TURISMO USB

6.Turn the controller to set the hours and
press the controller.7.Turn the controller to set the minutes and
press the controller.
Status information
Status field The following information is displayed in the
status field at the top right:
▷Time.▷Current entertainment source.▷Sound output, on/off.▷Wireless network reception strength.▷Phone status.▷Traffic bulletin reception.
Status field symbols
The symbols are grouped as follows.
Radio symbols
SymbolMeaning HD Radio station is being received. Satellite radio is switched on.
Telephone symbols
SymbolMeaning Incoming or outgoing call. Missed call. Wireless network reception
strength.
Symbol flashes: network search. Wireless network is not available. Bluetooth is switched on. Roaming is active.SymbolMeaning Text message was received. Check the SIM card. SIM card is blocked. SIM card is missing. Enter PIN.
Entertainment symbols
SymbolMeaning CD/DVD player. Music collection. Gracenote® database. AUX-IN port. USB audio interface. Mobile phone audio interface.
Additional symbols
SymbolMeaning Spoken instructions are turned off.
Split screen
General information Additional information can be displayed on the
right side of the split screen, e.g., information
from the on-board comupter.
In the divided screen view, the so-called split
screen, this information remains visible even when you change to another menu.
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meantime by a person with a different remote
control.
Changes to the settings are automatically
saved in the personal profile.
Three personal profiles and a guest profile can
be created.
Adjusting
The settings for the following systems and
functions are saved in the active profile. The
scope of storable settings is country- and
equipment-dependable.▷Unlocking and locking.▷Lights.▷Climate control.▷Radio.▷Instrument cluster.▷Programmable memory buttons.▷Volumes, tone.▷Control Display.▷Navigation.▷Park Distance Control PDC.▷Rearview camera▷Side View.▷Head-up Display.▷Driving Dynamics Control.▷Driver's seat position, exterior mirror posi‐
tion, steering wheel position.▷Cruise control.▷Intelligent Safety.▷Active Blind Spot Detection.
Profile management
Opening profiles Regardless of the remote control in use a dif‐
ferent profile may be activated.
1."Settings"2."Profiles"3.Select a profile.▷All settings stored in the called-up profile
are automatically applied.▷The called-up profile is assigned to the re‐
mote control being used at the time.▷If the profile is already assigned to a differ‐
ent remote control, this profile will apply to
both remote controls. It cannot be differen‐
tiated anymore between the settings for
the two remote controls.
Renaming profiles
A personal name can be assigned to every pro‐
file to avoid confusion between the profiles.
1."Settings"2."Profiles"3."Options"4."Rename current profile"
Resetting profiles
The settings of the active profile are reset to
their default values.
1."Settings"2."Profiles"3."Options"4."Reset current profile"
Exporting profiles
Most settings of the active profile can be ex‐
ported.
This can be helpful for securing and retrieving
personal settings, before delivering the vehicle
to a workshop, e.g. Profiles can be taken to an‐
other vehicle equipped with the Personal Pro‐
file function.
The following export options are available:
▷Via BMW Online.▷Via the USB port to a USB device.
Popular file systems for USB devices are
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ommended formats for profile export.
Other formats may not support the export.1."Settings"2."Profiles"3."Export profile"4.BMW Online: "BMW Online"
USB interface: "USB device"
Importing profiles
Profiles exported via BMW Online can also be
imported via BMW Online.
Profiles stored on a USB device can be im‐
ported via the USB interface.
Existing settings are overwritten with the im‐
ported profile.
1."Settings"2."Profiles"3."Import profile"4.BMW Online: "BMW Online"
USB interface: "USB device"
Using the guest profile
The guest profile is for individual settings that
are saved in none of the three personal pro‐
files.
This can be useful for drivers who are using
the vehicle temporarily and do not have their
own profile.
1."Settings"2."Profiles"3."Guest"
The guest profile cannot be renamed. It is not
assigned to the current remote control.
Display profile list during start
The profile list can be displayed during each
start to select the desired profile.
1."Settings"2."Profiles"3."Options"4."Display user list at startup"
Using the remote control
Note Take the remote control with youPeople or animals left unattended in a
parked vehicle can lock the doors from the in‐
side. Always take the remote control with you
when leaving the vehicle so that the vehicle
can then be opened from the outside.◀
Unlocking Press button on the remote control.
▷All doors, the tailgate, and the fuel filler flap
are being unlocked.▷Interior lamps and courtesy lamps are acti‐
vated. This function is not available, if the
interior lamps were switched off manually.▷The welcome lamps are switched on, if this
function was activated.▷Exterior mirrors folded through convenient
closing are folded open.
You can set how the vehicle is to be unlocked.
For Settings, refer to page 45.
The alarm system, refer to page 46, is dis‐
armed.
Convenient opening Press and hold this button on the re‐mote control after unlocking.
The windows and the glass sunroof are
opened, as long as the button on the remote
control is pressed.
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NoteThe total load of all sockets must not exceed
140 watts at 12 volts.
Do not damage the socket by using unsuitable
connectors.
Front center console
Raise the lid and remove the cover or cigarette
lighter.
Rear center console
Remove the cover.
In the trunk
The socket is located on the left side in the
trunk.
USB interface for data
transfer
The concept
Connection for importing and exporting data
on USB devices, e.g.:
▷Personal Profile settings, refer to page 35.▷Music collection.▷Importing Trips.
Hints
Observe the following when connecting:
▷Do not use force when plugging the con‐
nector into the USB interface.▷Do not connect devices such as fans or
lights to the USB interface.▷Do not connect USB hard drives.▷Do not use the USB interface for recharg‐
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Without telephone: overview
The USB interface is located in the glove com‐
partment.
With telephone: overview
The USB interface is located in the center arm‐
rest.
Cargo area
Cargo cover
Note Do not deposit heavy objects
Do not deposit heavy or hard objects on
the cargo cover. Otherwise, they may pose a
risk to occupants, such as during braking and
evasive maneuvers.◀
General information
The cargo cover is in two parts.
It can be removed and stowed under the cargo
floor panel when transporting bulky items.
Removing
Cargo cover in rear window1.Pull the cargo cover with both hands by the
outer edges towards the rear, arrows 1, to
disengage it from the catches.2.Push the cargo cover upwards, arrow 2,
and remove it.
Cargo cover in the cargo area
Push the cargo cover upwards, arrow 1, until it
disengages from the catches and then pull it
towards the front, arrow 2.
Stowing
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Connection for an external audio
device
An external audio device, e.g.,
an MP3 player, can be con‐
nected via the AUX-IN port or
the USB audio interface in the
center armrest.
Rear The rear center armrest contains a storage
compartment.
Opening
Pull the center armrest forward at the strap.
Pull the cover up.
Storage compartment in the
rear
A storage compartment is located in the center
armrest.
Cupholders
Hints Shatter-proof containers and no hot
drinks
Use light and shatter-proof containers and do
not transport hot drinks. Otherwise, there is
the increased danger of injury in an accident.◀
Unsuitable containers
Do not forcefully push unsuitable con‐
tainers into the cupholders. This may result in
damage.◀
Front
Rear
In the center armrest.
Pull the center armrest forward at the strap.
To open: press the button.
To close: push both covers back in, one after
the other.
Pushing back the covers
Push back the covers before folding up
the center armrest; otherwise, the cupholder
could become damaged.◀
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Temperature, engine oil 81
Tempomat, refer to Active Cruise Control 126
Terminal, starting aid 223
Text message, supplemen‐ tary 81
Theft alarm system, refer to Alarm system 46
Thigh support 53
Tilt alarm sensor 47
Time of arrival 87
Tire damage 195
Tire identification marks 194
Tire inflation pressure 190
Tire inflation pressure moni‐ tor, refer to FTM 104
Tire Pressure Monitor TPM 100
Tires, changing 196
Tire sealant 197
Tires, everything on wheels and tires 190
Tires, run-flat tires 197
Tire tread 195
Tone, see user's manual for Navigation, Entertainment
and Communication
Tool 210
Top View 140
Total vehicle weight 233
Touchpad 21
Tow fitting 224
Towing 224
Tow lug, see Tow fitting 224
Tow-starting 224
TPM Tire Pressure Moni‐ tor 100
Traction control 120
TRACTION, driving dynam‐ ics 120
Transmission lock, electronic unlocking 75
Transmission, Steptronic transmission 72
Transporting children safely 61 Tread, tires 195
Trip computer 87
Triple turn signal activa‐ tion 69
Trip odometer 82
Turning circle 232
Turning circle lines, rearview camera 138
Turn signals, operation 69
U Unintentional alarm 47
Units of measure 90
Universal remote control 154
Unlock button, Steptronic transmission 73
Unlocking/locking via door lock 39
Unlocking/locking with re‐ mote control 37
Unlocking, settings 45
Updates made after the edito‐ rial deadline 7
Upholstery care 228
USB interface 159
V Vanity mirror 158
Variable sport steering 121
Vehicle battery 218
Vehicle battery, replac‐ ing 218
Vehicle, break-in 170
Vehicle care 227
Vehicle features and op‐ tions 6
Vehicle identification num‐ ber 9
Vehicle jack 218
Vehicle paint 227
Vehicle storage 229
Vehicle wash 226
Ventilation 152 Ventilation, refer to Parked-
car ventilation 153
VIN, see vehicle identification number 9
Voice activation system 27
W Warning and indicator lamps, see Check Control 78
Warning displays, see Check Control 78
Warning messages, see Check Control 78
Warning triangle 222
Warranty 7
Washer fluid 72
Washer nozzles, wind‐ shield 71
Washer system 70
Washing, vehicle 226
Water on roads 171
Weights 233
Welcome lamps during un‐ locking 37
Welcome lights 92
Wheel base, vehicle 232
Wheel cleaner 228
Wheels, changing 196
Wheels, everything on wheels and tires 190
Wheels, Flat Tire Monitor FTM 104
Wheels, Tire Pressure Moni‐ tor TPM 100
Width, vehicle 232
Window defroster, rear 148, 151
Windows, powered 47
Windshield washer fluid 72
Windshield washer noz‐ zles 71
Windshield washer sys‐ tem 70
Windshield wiper 70
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