
Distance to the back of the head▷Forward: pull.▷Back: press the button and push the head
restraint toward the rear.
Seat and mirror memory
Hints Do not retrieve the memory while driving
Do not retrieve the memory setting while
driving, as an unexpected movement of the
seat could result in an accident.◀
Keep the movement area unobstructed
When changing the seat position, keep
the seat's area of movement unobstructed;
otherwise, people might get injured or objects
damaged.◀
The concept Two driver's seat and exterior mirror positions
can be stored per profile, refer to page  35, and
called up. Settings for the backrest width and
lumbar support are not stored in memory.
At a glance
Storing
1.Switch on the ignition.2.Set the desired position.3.  Press button. The LED in the but‐
ton lights up.4.Press selected button 1 or 2 while the LED
is lit. The LED goes out.
If the SET button is pressed accidentally:
Press button again.
The LED goes out.
Calling up settings
Comfort function
1.Open the driver's door.2.Switch off the ignition.3.Briefly press the desired button 1 or 2.
The corresponding seat position is performed
automatically.
The procedure stops when a reel for adjusting
the seat or one of the buttons is pressed.
Safety mode
1.Close the driver's door or reel on the igni‐
tion.2.Press and hold the desired button 1 or 2
until the adjustment procedure is com‐
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Settings are stored for the profile currently in
use.
Visual warning
The approach of the vehicle to an object can
be shown on the Control Display. Objects that
are farther away are already displayed on the
Control Display before a signal sounds.
A display appears as soon as Park Distance
Control (PDC) is activated.
The range of the sensors is represented in the
colors green, yellow and red.
When the image of the rearview camera is dis‐
played, the reel can be made to PDC:
  "Rear view camera"
System limits
Limits of ultrasonic measurement
Ultrasonic measuring might not function under
the following circumstances:
▷For small children and animals.▷For persons with certain clothing, e.g.
coats.▷With external interference of the ultra‐
sound, e.g. from passing vehicles or loud
machines.▷When sensors are dirty, iced over, dam‐
aged or out of position.▷Under certain weather conditions such as
high relative humidity, rain, snowfall, ex‐
treme heat or strong wind.▷With tow bars and trailer couplings of other
vehicles.▷With thin or wedge-shaped objects.▷With moving objects.▷With elevated, protruding objects such as
ledges or cargo.▷With objects with corners and sharp edges.▷With objects with a fine surface structure
such as fences.▷For objects with porous surfaces.
Low objects already displayed, e.g., curbs, can
move into the blind area of the sensors before
or after a continuous tone sounds.
False warnings
PDC may issue a warning under the following conditions even though there is no obstacle
within the detection range:
▷In heavy rain.▷When sensors are very dirty or covered
with ice.▷When sensors are covered in snow.▷On rough road surfaces.▷On uneven surfaces, such as speed
bumps.▷In large buildings with right angles and
smooth walls, e.g., in underground ga‐
rages.▷In automatic car washes.▷Through heavy pollution.▷Due to other ultrasound sources, e.g.,
sweeping machines, high pressure steam
cleaners or neon lights.
The malfunction is signaled by a continu‐
ous tone alternating between the front and
rear speakers. As soon as the malfunction
due to other ultrasound sources is no lon‐
ger present, the system is again fully func‐
tional.
Malfunction
A Check Control message is displayed.
The range of the sensors is shown as a shaded
area on the Control Display.
PDC has failed. Have the system checked.
To ensure full functionality:
▷Keep the sensors clean and free of ice.▷dimmedDo not put any stickers on sen‐
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▷For small children and animals.▷For persons with certain clothing, e.g.
coats.▷With external interference of the ultra‐
sound, e.g. from passing vehicles or loud
machines.▷When sensors are dirty, iced over, dam‐
aged or out of position.▷Under certain weather conditions such as
high relative humidity, rain, snowfall, ex‐
treme heat or strong wind.▷With tow bars and trailer couplings of other
vehicles.▷With thin or wedge-shaped objects.▷With moving objects.▷With elevated, protruding objects such as
ledges or cargo.▷With objects with corners and sharp edges.▷With objects with a fine surface structure
such as fences.▷For objects with porous surfaces.
Low objects already displayed, e.g., curbs, can
move into the blind area of the sensors before
or after a continuous tone sounds.
The parking assistant may identify parking
spaces that are not suitable for parking.
Malfunction
A Check Control message is displayed.
The parking assistant failed. Have the system
checked.
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4.Slide the sealing container upright into the
holder on the compressor housing, ensur‐
ing that it engages audibly.5.Screw the connection hose onto the tire
valve of the defective wheel.6.With the compressor switched off, insert
the plug into a power socket inside the ve‐
hicle.7.With the ignition turned on or the engine
running, reel on the compressor.
Switch off the compressor after 10 mi‐
nutes
Do not allow the compressor to run longer than
10 minutes; otherwise, the device will overheat
and may be damaged.◀
Let the compressor run for approx. 3 to 8 mi‐
nutes to fill the tire with sealant and achieve a
tire inflation pressure of approx. 2.5 bar.
While the tire is being filled with sealant, the
tire inflation pressure may sporadically reach
approx. 5 bar. Do not reel off the compressor at
this point.
If a tire inflation pressure of 2 bar is not
reached:
1.Switch off the compressor.2.Unscrew the filling hose from the wheel.3.Drive 33 ft/10 m forward and back to dis‐
tribute the sealant in the tire.4.Inflate the tire again using the compressor.
If a tire inflation pressure of 2 bar cannot be
reached, contact your service center.
Stowing the Mobility System
1.Remove the connection hose of the seal‐
ant container from the wheel.2.Remove the connection hose from the
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3.Wrap the empty sealant container and con‐
nection hose in suitable material to avoid
dirtying the cargo area.4.Stow the Mobility System back in the vehi‐
cle.
Distributing the sealant
Immediately drive approx. 5 miles/10 km to en‐
sure that the sealant is evenly distributed in the
tire.
Do not exceed a speed of 50 mph/80 km/h.
If possible, do not drive at speeds less than
12 mph/20 km/h.
To correct the tire inflation pressure
1.Stop at a suitable location.2.Screw the connection hose onto the tire
valve stem.3.Attach the connection hose directly to the
compressor.4.Insert the connector into a power socket
inside the vehicle.5.Correct the tire inflation pressure to
2.5 bar.▷Increase pressure: with the ignition
turned on or the engine running, reel
on the compressor.▷To reduce the pressure: press the but‐
ton on the compressor.
Continuing the trip
Do not exceed the maximum permissible
speed of 50 mph/80 km/h.
Reinitialize the Flat Tire Monitor.
Reinitialize the Tire Pressure Monitor.
Replace the defective tire and the sealant con‐
tainer of the Mobility System as soon as possi‐
ble.
Snow chains Fine-link snow chains
Only certain types of fine-link snow chains
have been tested by the manufacturer of the
vehicle, classified as road-safe and approved.
Information about the approved snow chains
are available from the service center.
Use
Use only in pairs on the rear wheels, equipped
with the tires of the following size:
▷225/50 R 17.Seite 197Wheels and tiresMobility197
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Tow-starting and towingNote Tow-starting and towing
For tow-starting or towing, switch off the
Intelligent Safety systems; otherwise malfunc‐
tions of the individual braking systems might
lead to accidents.◀
Steptronic transmission: transporting
your vehicle
Note Your vehicle is not permitted to be towed.
Therefore, contact a service center in the
event of a breakdown.
Do not have the vehicle towed
Have your vehicle transported on a load‐
ing platform only; otherwise, damage may oc‐
cur.◀
Tow truck
The vehicle should only be transported on a
loading platform.
Do not lift the vehicle
Do not lift the vehicle by the tow fitting or
body and chassis parts; otherwise, damage
may result.◀
Use tow fitting located in the front only for po‐
sitioning the vehicle.
Towing other vehicles
Hints Light towing vehicle
The towing vehicle must not be lighter
than the vehicle being towed; otherwise, it will
not be possible to control the vehicle's re‐
sponse.◀
Attaching the tow bar/tow rope correctly
Attach the tow bar or tow rope to the tow
fitting; connecting it to other vehicle parts may
cause damage.◀▷Switch on the hazard warning system, de‐
pending on local regulations.▷If the electrical system has failed, clearly
identify the vehicle being towed by placing
a sign or a warning triangle in the rear win‐
dow.
Tow bar
The tow fittings used should be on the same
side on both vehicles.
Should it prove impossible to avoid mounting
the tow bar at an offset angle, please observe
the following:
▷Maneuvering capability is limited going
around corners.▷The tow bar will generate lateral forces if it
is secured with an offset.
Tow rope
When starting to tow the vehicle, make sure
that the tow rope is taut.
To avoid jerking and the associated stresses
on the vehicle components when towing, al‐
ways use nylon ropes or nylon straps.
Tow fitting
The screw-in tow fitting should always be car‐
ried in the vehicle.
The tow fitting can be screwed in at the front
or rear of the BMW.
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Everything from A to Z
IndexA ABS, Antilock Brake Sys‐ tem  119 
ACC, Active Cruise Control with Stop & Go  124 
Acceleration Assistant, refer to Launch Control  74 
Accessories and parts  7 
Activated-charcoal filter  150 
Active Blind Spot Detec‐ tion  116 
Active Cruise Control with Stop & Go, ACC  124 
Adaptive brake lights, refer to Brake force display  118 
Adaptive Light Control  92 
Additives, oil  202 
Adjustments, seats/head re‐ straints  52 
After washing vehicle  222 
Airbags  96 
Airbags, indicator/warning light  97 
Air circulation, refer to Recir‐ culated-air mode  147, 149  
Air, dehumidifying, refer to Cooling function  146, 149  
Air distribution, manual  146, 150  
Air flow, air conditioner  146 
Air flow, automatic climate control  150 
Air pressure, tires  186 
Air vents, refer to Ventila‐ tion  151 
Alarm system  44 
Alarm, unintentional  45 
All around the center con‐ sole  16 
All around the roofliner  17 All around the steering
wheel  14 
All-season tires, refer to Win‐ ter tires  193 
All-wheel-drive  120 
Alternating-code hand-held transmitter  154 
Alternative oil types  203 
Ambient light  95 
Antifreeze, washer fluid  71 
Antilock Brake System, ABS  119 
Anti-slip control, refer to DSC  119 
Anti-theft protection, see through-loading sys‐
tem  161 
Approved axle load  229 
Approved engine oils, see Suitable engine oil
types  203 
Arrival time  86 
Ash tray  157 
Assistance when driving off  123  
Assist system information, on Control Display  89 
Attentiveness assistant  118 
AUTO intensity  149 
Automatic car wash  221 
Automatic climate con‐ trol  145  
Automatic climate control with enhanced features  148 
Automatic Cruise Control with Stop & Go  124 
Automatic Curb Monitor  58 
Automatic deactivation, front- seat passenger airbags  98 
Automatic headlight con‐ trol  92 Automatic locking  43 
Automatic recirculated-air control  149 
Automatic transmission, see Steptronic transmission  71 
AUTO program, automatic cli‐ mate control  149 
AUTO program, climate con‐ trol  146  
AUTO program, intensity  149 
Auto Start/Stop function  66 
Average fuel consumption  86 
Average speed  86 
Axle loads, weights  229 
B Backrest curvature, refer to Lumbar support  53 
Backrest, width  53 
Band-aids, refer to First aid kit  217  
Bar for tow-starting/ towing  219 
Battery replacement, vehicle battery  213 
Battery replacement, vehicle remote control  35 
Battery, vehicle  213 
Belts, safety belts  55 
Beverage holder, cu‐ pholder  165 
BMW Assist, see user's manual for Navigation, En‐
tertainment and Communi‐
cation 
BMW Driver’s Guide App  6 
BMW Homepage  6 
BMW Internet page  6 
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Loading, see interior equip‐ment  159 
Lock, door  39 
Locking/unlocking via door lock  39 
Locking/unlocking with re‐ mote control  37 
Locking, automatic  43 
Locking, settings  42 
Locking via trunk lid  40 
Low beams  91 
Low beams, automatic, refer to High-beam Assistant  93 
Lower back support  53 
Lumbar support  53 
M
Maintenance  205 
Maintenance require‐ ments  205 
Maintenance, service require‐ ments  82 
Maintenance system, BMW  205 
Make-up mirror  157 
Malfunction displays, see Check Control  77 
Manual air distribu‐ tion  146, 150  
Manual air flow  146, 150  
Manual mode, Steptronic transmission  73 
Manual operation, door lock  39 
Manual operation, exterior mirrors  58 
Manual operation, fuel filler flap  182 
Manual operation, Park Dis‐ tance Control PDC  133 
Manual operation, rearview camera  136 
Manual operation, Side View  138 Manual operation, Top
View  139 
Marking on approved tires  193 
Marking, run-flat tires  194 
Master key, refer to Remote control  34 
Maximum cooling  149 
Maximum speed, display  83 
Maximum speed, winter tires  193 
Measure, units of  89 
Medical kit  217 
Memory, seat, mirror  57 
Menu, EfficientDynamics  176 
Menu in instrument clus‐ ter  85 
Menus, operating, iDrive  18 
Menus, refer to iDrive operat‐ ing concept  20 
Messages, see Check Con‐ trol  77 
Microfilter  147, 150  
Minimum tread, tires  192 
Mirror  58 
Mirror memory  57 
Mobile communication devi‐ ces in the vehicle  169 
Mobility System  194 
Modifications, technical, refer to Safety  7 
Moisture in headlight  208 
Monitor, refer to Control Dis‐ play  18 
Mounting of child restraint systems  61 
Multifunction steering wheel, buttons  14 
N
Navigation, see user's manual for Navigation, Entertain‐
ment and Communication 
Neck restraints, front, refer to Head restraints  56 Neck warmer  54 
Neutral cleaner, see wheel cleaner  223 
New wheels and tires  192 
Nylon rope for tow-starting/ towing  219 
O OBD Onboard Diagnosis  206 
OBD, see OBD Onboard Di‐ agnosis  206 
Obstacle marking, rearview camera  136 
Octane rating, refer to Rec‐ ommended fuel grade  184 
Odometer  81 
Office, see user's manual for Navigation, Entertainment
and Communication 
Oil  201  
Oil, adding  202 
Oil additives  202 
Oil change  203 
Oil change interval, service requirements  82 
Oil filler neck  202 
Oil types, alternative  203 
Oil types, approved  203 
Old batteries, disposal  214 
On-board computer  85 
Onboard monitor, refer to Control Display  18 
Onboard vehicle tool kit  207 
Opening/closing via door lock  39 
Opening and closing  34 
Opening and closing, without remote control  39 
Opening and closing, with re‐ mote control  37 
Operating concept, iDrive  18 
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