
Switching on/off
Switching on/off manually Press button.
Automatic deactivation during forward
travel
The system switches off when a certain driving
distance or speed is exceeded.
Switch the system back on if needed.
Display
The traffic area to the left and right is displayed
on the Control Display.
Guidelines at the bottom of the image show
the position of the front of the vehicle.
Brightness With the Side View switched on:
1.  "Brightness"2.Turn the controller until the desired setting
is reached, and press the controller.
Contrast
With the Side View switched on:
1.  "Contrast"2.Turn the controller until the desired setting
is reached, and press the controller.System limits
The cameras lidture a maximum range of
330 ft/100 m.
Top View
The concept Top View provides assistance in parking and
maneuvering. The area around the doors and
the road area around the vehicle are shown on
the Control Display for this purpose.
General information
The image is lidtured by two cameras
integrated in the exterior mirrors and by the
rearview camera.
The range is at least 7 ft/2 m to the side and
rear.
In this way, obstacles up to the height of the
exterior mirrors are detected early.
Hints Check the traffic situation as well
Check the traffic situation around the ve‐
hicle with your own eyes. Otherwise, an acci‐
dent could result from road users or objects
that are not lidtured by the camera.◀
Overview
Button in the vehicle
Top View
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Cameras
The lenses of the Top View camera are located
at the bottom in the mirror housings. The im‐
age quality may be impaired by dirt.
Clean the camera lenses, refer to page  254.
Switching on/off
Switching on automatically With the engine running, engage lever in posi‐
tion P R.
The rearview camera image is displayed. To
switch to the Top View:
  "Rear view camera"
Automatic deactivation during forward
travel
The system switches off when a certain driving
distance or speed is exceeded.
Switch the system back on if needed.
Switching on/off manually Press button.
▷On: the LED lights up.▷Off: the LED goes out.
Top View is displayed.
The rearview camera image is displayed when
the reverse gear is engaged by pressing the
button.
Display
Visual warning
The approach of the vehicle to an object can
be shown on the Control Display.
When the distance to an object is small, a red
bar is shown in front of the vehicle, as it is in
the PDC display.
The display appears as soon as Top View is
activated.
When the image of the rearview camera is dis‐
played, it is possible to reel to top view:
  "Rear view camera"
Brightness
With Top View switched on:
1.  Select the symbol.2.Turn the controller until the desired setting
is reached, and press the controller.
Contrast
With Top View switched on:
1.  Select the symbol.2.Turn the controller until the desired setting
is reached, and press the controller.
Displaying the turning radius and
pathway lines
▷The static, red turning radius line shows
the space needed to the side of the vehicle
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▷The variable, green pathway line assists
you in assessing the amount of space ac‐
tually needed to the side of the vehicle.
The lane line depends on the engaged
gear and the current steering angle. The
track line is continuously adjusted for the
steering wheel movement.
  "Parking aid lines"
Turning circle and pathway lines are displayed.
System limits
Top View cannot be used in the following sit‐
uations:
▷With a door open.▷With the trunk lid open.▷With an exterior mirror folded in.▷In poor light.
A Check Control message is displayed in some
of these situations.
Parking assistant The concept
This system assists the driver in parking paral‐
lel to the road.
Ultrasound sensors measure parking spaces
on both sides of the vehicle.
Manual transmission:
The parking assistant calculates the best pos‐
sible parking line and takes control of steering
during the parking procedure.
Steptronic transmission:
The parking assistant calculates the best pos‐
sible parking line and during the parking proce‐
dure takes control of steering, the acceleration
and braking and if needed changes the gears.
Hold down the parking assistant button for the
duration of the parking procedure. At the end
of the parking procedure, the P selector lever
position is set.
When parking, also take note of the visual and
acoustic information and instructions issued
by the PDC, the parking assistant and the rear‐
view camera and react accordingly.
A component of the parking assistant is the
PDC Park Distance Control, refer to page  152.
Hints Personal responsibility
Even an active system does not relieve
the driver from personal responsibility while
driving.
Technically the system has its limits, it cannot
independently react to all traffic situations.
Monitor your driving, be on the alert, observe
the vehicle surroundings and other traffic and
react when needed - risk of accident.◀
Changes to the parking space
Changes to the parking space after it was
measured are not taken into account by the
system.
Therefore, always be alert and ready to inter‐
vene; otherwise, there is the risk of an acci‐
dent.◀
Transporting cargo
Cargo that extends beyond the perimeter
of the vehicle is not taken into account by the
system during the parking procedure.
Therefore, always be alert and ready to inter‐
vene; otherwise, there is the risk of an acci‐
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Interior equipmentVehicle features and optionsThis 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.
Universal Integrated Remote Control
The concept The universal garage door opener can operate
up to 3 functions of remote-controlled sys‐
tems such as garage door drives or lighting
systems. The universal garage door opener re‐
places up to 3 different hand-held transmitters.
To operate the remote control, the buttons on
the interior rearview mirror must be program‐
med with the desired functions. The hand-held
transmitter for the particular system is required
in order to program the remote control.
During programming
During programming and before activat‐
ing a device using the universal garage door
opener, ensure that there are no people, ani‐
mals or objects in the area of the remote-con‐
trolled device; otherwise, there is a risk of in‐
jury or damage.
Also follow the safety instructions of the hand-
held transmitter.◀
Before selling the vehicle, delete the stored
functions for the sake of security.Compatibility
If this symbol is printed on the packag‐
ing or in the instructions of the system
to be controlled, the system is gener‐
ally compatible with the universal garage door opener.
If you have any questions, please contact:▷Your service center.▷www.homelink.com on the Internet.
HomeLink is a registered trademark of Gentex
Corporation.
Control elements on the interior
rearview mirror
▷LED, arrow 1.▷Buttons, arrow 2.▷The hand-held transmitter, arrow 3, is re‐
quired for programming.
Programming
General information
1.Switch on the ignition.2.Initial setup:
Press and hold the left and right button on
the interior rearview mirror simultaneously
for approximately 20 seconds until the LED
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erases all programming of the buttons on
the interior rearview mirror.3.Hold the hand-held transmitter for the sys‐
tem to be controlled approx. 1 to 3 in/2.5 to
8 cm away from the buttons of the interior
rearview mirror. The required distance de‐
pends on the manual transmitter.4.Simultaneously press and hold the button
of the desired function on the hand-held
transmitter and the button to be program‐
med on the interior rearview mirror. The
LED on the interior rearview mirror will be‐
gin flashing slowly.5.Release both buttons as soon as the LED
flashes more rapidly. The LED flashing
faster indicates that the button on the inte‐
rior rearview mirror has been programmed.
If the LED does not flash faster after at
least 60 seconds, change the distance be‐
tween the interior rearview mirror and the
hand-held transmitter and repeat the step.
Several more attempts at different distan‐
ces may be necessary. Wait at least
15 seconds between attempts.
Canada: if programming with the hand-
held transmitter was interrupted, hold
down the interior rearview mirror button
and repeatedly press and release the
hand-held transmitter button for 2 sec‐
onds.6.To program other functions on other but‐
tons, repeat steps 3 to 5.
The systems can be controlled using the inte‐
rior rearview mirror buttons.
Special feature of the alternating-
code wireless system
If you are unable to operate the system after
repeated programming, please check if the
system to be controlled features an alternat‐
ing-code system.
Read the system's operating manual, or press
the programmed button on the interior rear‐
view mirror longer. If the LED on the interior
rearview mirror starts flashing rapidly and then
stays lit constantly for 2 seconds, the system
features an alternating-code system. Flashing
and continuous illumination of the LED will re‐
peat for approximately 20 seconds.
For systems with an alternating-code system,
the universal garage door opener and the sys‐
tem also have to be synchronized.
Please read the operating manual to find out how to synchronize the system.
Synchronizing is easier with the aid of a sec‐
ond person.
To synchronize:1.Park the vehicle within range of the re‐
mote-controlled system.2.Program the relevant button on the interior
rearview mirror as described.3.Locate and press the synchronizing button
on the system being programmed. You
have approx. 30 seconds for the next step.4.Hold down the programmed button on the
interior rearview mirror for approximately
3 seconds and then release it. If necessary,
repeat this step up to three times in order
to finish synchronization. Once synchroni‐
zation is complete, the programmed func‐
tion will be carried out.
Reprogramming individual buttons
1.Switch on the ignition.2.Press and hold the interior rearview mirror
button to be programmed.3.As soon as the interior rearview mirror LED
starts flashing slowly, hold the hand-held
transmitter for the system to be controlled
approx. 1 to 3 in/2.5 to 8 cm away from the
buttons of the interior rearview mirror. The
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4.Likewise, press and hold the button of the
desired function on the hand-held trans‐
mitter.5.Release both buttons as soon as the inte‐
rior rearview mirror LED flashes more rap‐
idly. The LED flashing faster indicates that
the button on the interior rearview mirror
has been programmed. The system can
then be controlled by the button on the in‐
terior rearview mirror.
If the LED does not flash faster after at
least 60 seconds, change the distance and
repeat the step. Several more attempts at
different distances may be necessary. Wait
at least 15 seconds between attempts.
Canada: if programming with the hand-
held transmitter was interrupted, hold
down the interior rearview mirror button
and repeatedly press and release the
hand-held transmitter button for 2 sec‐
onds.
Controls
Before operation
Before operating a system using the uni‐
versal garage door opener, ensure that there are no people, animals, or objects within the
range of movement of the remote-controlled
system; otherwise, there is a risk of injury or
damage.
Also follow the safety instructions of the hand-
held transmitter.◀
The system, such as the garage door, can be
operated using the button on the interior rear‐
view mirror while the engine is running or when
the ignition is started. To do this, hold down
the button within receiving range of the system
until the function is activated. The interior rear‐ view mirror LED stays lit while the wireless sig‐
nal is being transmitted.
Deleting stored functions Press and hold the left and right button on the
interior rearview mirror simultaneously for ap‐
proximately 20 seconds until the LED flashes
rapidly. All stored functions are deleted. The
functions cannot be deleted individually.
Sun visor Glare shieldFold the sun visor down or up.
Vanity mirror A vanity mirror is located in the sun visor be‐
hind a cover. When the cover is opened, the
mirror lighting switches on.
Ashtray/cigarette lighterManual transmission: Front
Opening
Press on the cover.
Emptying Take out the insert.
Lighter Push in the lighter.
The lighter can be removed as
soon as it pops back out.
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Blinds, sun protection 49 
BMW Advanced Diesel  207 
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 
BMW maintenance sys‐ tem  236 
Bonus range, ECO PRO  197 
Bottle holder, refer to Cu‐ pholder  183 
Brake assistant  135 
Brake assistant, adaptive  135 
Brake discs, break-in  188 
Brake force display  132 
Brake lights, adaptive  132 
Brake lights, brake force dis‐ play  132 
Brake lights, bulb replace‐ ment  241 
Brake pads, break-in  188 
Braking, hints  190 
Breakdown assistance  245 
Break-in  188 
Brightness of Control Dis‐ play  100 
Bulb replacement  238 
Bulb replacement, front  239 
Bulb replacement, rear  241 
Bulbs and lights  238 
Button, RES  146 
Button, Start/Stop  69 
Bypassing, refer to Jump- starting  246 
C
California Proposition 65 Warning  7 
Calling up mirror adjust‐ ment  46 
Calling up seat adjust‐ ment  46 Calling up steering wheel ad‐
justment  46 
Camera lenses, care  254 
Camera, rearview cam‐ era  155  
Camera, Side View  157 
Camera, Top View  159 
Can holder, refer to Cu‐ pholder  183 
Car battery  243 
Car care products  252 
Care, displays  254 
Care, vehicle  252 
Cargo  192 
Cargo area, enlarging  177 
Cargo area, storage compart‐ ments  184 
Cargo, securing  193 
Cargo straps, securing cargo  193 
Car key, refer to Remote con‐ trol  34 
Carpet, care  254 
Car wash  251 
Catalytic converter, refer to Hot exhaust system  189 
CBS Condition Based Serv‐ ice  236  
CD/Multimedia, see user's manual for Navigation, En‐
tertainment and Communi‐
cation 
Center armrest  182 
Center console  16 
Central locking system  40 
Central screen, refer to Con‐ trol Display  18 
Changes, technical, refer to Safety  7 
Changing parts  238 
Changing wheels  243 
Changing wheels/tires  223 
Chassis number, see vehicle identification number  9 
Check Control  88 Checking the engine oil level
electronically  231 
Checking the oil level elec‐ tronically  231 
Children, seating position  65 
Children, transporting safely  65 
Child restraint fixing sys‐ tem  65 
Child restraint fixing system LATCH  66 
Child restraint fixing systems, mounting  65 
Child safety locks  68 
Child seat, mounting  65 
Child seats  65 
Chrome parts, care  253 
Cigarette lighter  174 
Cleaning displays  254 
Climate control  165 
Climate control laminated tinted safety glass  189 
Climate control wind‐ shield  189 
Clock  93 
Closing/opening via door lock  39 
Closing/opening with remote control  37 
Closing the trunk lid with no- touch activation  44 
Clothes hooks  184 
Coasting  199 
Coasting with engine decou‐ pled, coasting  199 
Coasting with idling en‐ gine  199 
Cold starting, refer to Starting the engine  70 
Combination reel, refer to Turn signals  76 
Combination switch, refer to Wiper system  77 
COMFORT+ program, Driving Dynamics Control  141 
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COMFORT program, DrivingDynamics Control  141 
Compressor  224 
Computer, refer to On-board computer  97 
Condensation on win‐ dows  166 
Condensation under the vehi‐ cle  191  
Condition Based Service CBS  236 
Configure driving mode  141 
Confirmation signal  46 
ConnectedDrive, see user's manual for Navigation, En‐
tertainment and Communi‐
cation 
ConnectedDrive Services 
Continued driving with a flat tire  113 , 116  
Control Display  18 
Control Display, settings  99 
Controller  18 
Control systems, driving sta‐ bility  135 
Convenient opening with the remote control  37 
Coolant  234 
Coolant level  234 
Coolant temperature  92 
Cooling function  167 
Cooling, maximum  167 
Cooling system  234 
Cornering light  104 
Corrosion on brake discs  190 
Cosmetic mirror  174 
Courtesy lamps during un‐ locking  37 
Courtesy lamps with the vehi‐ cle locked  38 
Cruise control  150 
Cruise control, active with Stop & Go  143 
Cruise Control, refer to Active Cruise Control  143 
Cruising range  93 Cupholder  183 
Current fuel consumption  93 
D
Damage, tires  222 
Damping control, dy‐ namic  138 
Data, technical  258 
Date  93 
Daytime running lights  104 
Defrosting, refer to Windows, defrosting  166 
Dehumidifying, air  167 
Deleting personal data  24 
Deletion of personal data  24 
Destination distance  98 
Diesel exhaust fluid, at low temperatures  208 
Diesel exhaust fluid, having refilled  208 
Diesel exhaust fluid, on mini‐ mum  208 
Diesel exhaust fluid, replen‐ ishing yourself  208 
Diesel particulate filter  189 
Digital clock  93 
Dimensions  258 
Dimmable exterior mirrors  63 
Dimmable interior rearview mirror  63 
Direction indicator, refer to Turn signals  76 
Display, electronic, instru‐ ment cluster  84 
Display in windshield  101 
Display lighting, refer to In‐ strument lighting  106 
Displays  85 
Displays, cleaning  254 
Disposal, coolant  235 
Disposal, vehicle battery  244 
Distance control, refer to PDC  152 
Distance to destination  98 Divided screen view, split
screen  23 
Door lock  39 
Door lock, refer to Remote control  34 
Doors, Automatic Soft Clos‐ ing  40 
Downhill control  137 
Drive-off assistant  135 
Drive-off assistant, refer to DSC  135 
Driver assistance, refer to In‐ telligent Safety  117 
Driving Assistant, refer to In‐ telligent Safety  117 
Driving Dynamics Con‐ trol  139  
Driving instructions, break- in  188  
Driving mode  139 
Driving notes, general  188 
Driving stability control sys‐ tems  135 
Driving tips  188 
DSC Dynamic Stability Con‐ trol  135  
DTC Dynamic Traction Con‐ trol  136  
Dynamic Damping Con‐ trol  138  
Dynamic Drive  138 
Dynamic Stability Control DSC  135 
Dynamic Traction Control DTC  136 
E ECO PRO  196 
ECO PRO, bonus range  197 
ECO PRO display  196 
ECO PRO displays  86 
ECO PRO driving mode  196 
ECO PRO mode  196 
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