
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.▷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  42.
The alarm system, refer to page  44, is dis‐
armed.
Convenient opening Press and hold this button on the re‐mote control.
The windows are opened, as long as the but‐
ton on the remote control is pressed.
With Comfort Access, the remote control can
be used to open the hardtop when in the vicin‐
ity of the vehicle.
Press and hold this button on the re‐
mote control until the hardtop is fully
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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 right 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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Repositioning
Center armrest can be pushed forwards or
backwards. It engages in the end positions.
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.
Storage compartment in the
rear
A storage compartment is located in the center
armrest.
Storage compartment
between the rear seats
There is a storage compartment between the
rear seats.
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
To open: press the button.
To close: push both covers back in, one after
the other.
Storage compartments in the cargo area
Storage compartment
A storage compartment is located on the left
side.
Lashing eyes in the cargo area To secure the cargo, refer to page  172, there
are four lashing eyes in the cargo area.
Floor net
The floor net can also be used to Secure the
load, refer to page  172, and to store small
parts.
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Tire tread 191 
Tone, see user's manual for Navigation, Entertainment
and Communication 
Tool  207 
Top View  138 
Total vehicle weight  229 
Touchpad  21 
Tow fitting  219 
Towing  219 
Tow lug, see Tow fitting  219 
Tow-starting  219 
TPM Tire Pressure Moni‐ tor  100  
Traction control  120 
TRACTION, driving dynam‐ ics  120  
Transmission lock, electronic unlocking  74 
Transmission, Steptronic transmission  71 
Transporting children safely  61 
Tread, tires  191 
Trip computer  86 
Triple turn signal activa‐ tion  68 
Trip odometer  81 
Trunk lid closing  40 
Trunk lid, emergency unlock‐ ing  41 
Trunk lid opening  40 
Trunk lid via remote con‐ trol  38 
Trunk, trunk partition  49 
Turning circle  228 
Turning circle lines, rearview camera  136 
Turn signals, operation  68 
U Unintentional alarm  45 
Units of measure  89 
Universal remote control  153 Unlock button, Steptronic
transmission  72 
Unlocking/locking via door lock  39 
Unlocking/locking with re‐ mote control  37 
Unlocking, settings  42 
Updates made after the edito‐ rial deadline  7 
Upholstery care  223 
USB interface  158 
V Vanity mirror  157 
Variable sport steering  121 
Vehicle battery  213 
Vehicle battery, replac‐ ing  213  
Vehicle, break-in  168 
Vehicle care  222 
Vehicle features and op‐ tions  6 
Vehicle identification num‐ ber  9 
Vehicle jack  213 
Vehicle paint  222 
Vehicle storage  224 
Vehicle wash  221 
Ventilation  151 
Ventilation, refer to Parked- car ventilation  151 
VIN, see vehicle identification number  9 
Voice activation system  27 
W Warning and indicator lamps, see Check Control  77 
Warning displays, see Check Control  77 
Warning messages, see Check Control  77 
Warning triangle  217 
Warranty  7 Washer fluid  71 
Washer nozzles, wind‐ shield  70 
Washer system  69 
Washing, vehicle  221 
Water on roads  169 
Weights  229 
Welcome lamps during un‐ locking  37 
Welcome lights  91 
Wheel base, vehicle  228 
Wheel cleaner  223 
Wheels, changing  192 
Wheels, everything on wheels and tires  186 
Wheels, Flat Tire Monitor FTM  104 
Wheels, Tire Pressure Moni‐ tor TPM  100 
Width, vehicle  228 
Wind deflector  49 
Window defroster, rear  146, 150  
Windows, powered  45 
Windshield washer fluid  71 
Windshield washer noz‐ zles  70 
Windshield washer sys‐ tem  69 
Windshield wiper  69 
Winter storage, care  224 
Winter tires, suitable tires  193 
Winter tires, tread  191 
Wiper  69 
Wiper blades, replacing  207 
Wiper fluid  71 
Wiper, fold-out position  70 
Wiper system  69 
Wood, care  223 
Word match concept, naviga‐ tion  25 
Wrench, see Onboard vehicle tool kit  207 Seite 240ReferenceEverything from A to Z240
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