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Press and hold the left button on
the driver's side until the control
clicks off.▷On the front passenger side:
Press and hold the left button on
the front passenger side.
Temperature
Turn the ring to set the desired
temperature.
The automatic climate control achieves this
temperature as quickly as possible, if needed
by using the maximum cooling or heating ca‐
pacity, and then keeps it constant.
Do not rapidly switch between different tem‐
perature settings. Otherwise, the automatic cli‐
mate control will not have sufficient time to ad‐
just the set temperature.
Information
Symbol is displayed permanently on the
display of the automatic climate control.
Cooling function The car's interior can only be cooled with the
engine running.
Press button. The LED lights up.
The air will be cooled and dehumidi‐
fied and, depending on the temperature set‐
ting, warmed again.
Depending on the weather, the windshield and
side windows may fog up briefly when the en‐
gine is started.
The cooling function is switched on automati‐
cally with the AUTO program.
When using the automatic climate control,
condensation water, refer to page 236, devel‐
ops that exits underneath the vehicle.
Maximum cooling
Press button.
The system is set to the lowest tem‐
perature, optimum air flow and air circulation
mode.
Air flows out of the vents to the upper body re‐
gion. The vents need to be open for this.
The function is available with external temper‐
atures beyond approx. 32 ℉/0 ℃ and with the
engine running.
Adjust air flow on the driver's side with the pro‐
gram active.
AUTO program Press button.
Air flow, air distribution and tempera‐
ture are controlled automatically.
Depending on the selected temperature,
AUTO intensity program and outside influen‐
ces, the air is directed to the windshield, side
windows, upper body, and into the footwell.
The cooling function, refer to page 204, is
switched on automatically with the AUTO pro‐
gram.
At the same time, a condensation sensor con‐
trols the program so as to prevent window
condensation as much as possible.
To switch off the program: press the button
again or manually adjust the air distribution.
Intensity of the AUTO program
With the AUTO program activated, the auto‐
matic intensity control can be changed.
Press the left or right side of the but‐
ton: decrease or increase the inten‐
sity.
The selected intensity is shown on the display
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If there is window condensation, press
the button on the driver's side to uti‐
lize the condensation sensor.
SYNC program Press button.
The current settings on the driver's
side for temperature, air flow, air distribution,
and AUTO program are transferred to the front
passenger side and to the left and right rear.
To switch off, press the button again.
The program is switched off if the settings on
the front passenger side or in the rear are
changed.
Defrosts windows and removes
condensation
Press button.
Ice and condensation are quickly re‐
moved from the windshield and the front side
windows.
For this purpose, point the side vents onto the
side windows as needed.
Adjust air flow with the program active. If there is window condensation, you
can also switch on the air conditioning
or press the button to utilize the condensation
sensor.
Rear window defroster Press button.
The rear window defroster switches
off automatically after a certain period of time.
Microfilter/activated-charcoal filter
The microfilter removes dust and pollen from
the incoming air.
The activated-charcoal filter removes gaseous
pollutants from the outside air that enters the
vehicle.This combined filter should be replaced during
scheduled maintenance, refer to page 279, of
your vehicle.
Ventilation
Setting The air flow directions can be individually ad‐
justed:▷Direct ventilation:
The air flow is directly pointed onto the
person. The air flow heats or cools noticea‐
bly, depending on the adjusted tempera‐
ture.▷Indirect ventilation:
If the vents are fully or partly closed, the air
is directly routed into the car's interior.
Indirect ventilation can also be adjusted on
the Control Display.
Front ventilation
▷Lever for changing the air flow direction,
arrow 1.▷Thumbwheel for continuous opening and
closing of the vents, arrow 2▷Touch sensor or thumbwheel to vary the
temperature, arrow 3.
With touch sensor, push the marking in the
desired direction:
Toward blue: colder.
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The set interior temperature for the driver
and passenger are not changed.
Adjusting the ventilation
▷Ventilation for cooling:
Direct vent in your direction when vehicle's
interior is too hot.▷Draft-free ventilation:
Adjust the vent to let the air flow past the
occupants.
Indirect ventilation
Air is indirectly routed into the car's interior.
About iDrive:
1."My Vehicle"2."Vehicle settings"3."Climate functions"4."Indirect ventilation"
Ventilation in rear, center
▷Lever for changing the air flow direction,
arrow 1.▷Thumbwheels to vary the temperature, ar‐
row 2.
Toward blue: colder.
Toward red: warmer.Lateral ventilation▷Lever for changing the air flow direction,
arrow 1.▷Thumbwheel for continuous opening and
closing of the vents, arrow 2.
Rear automatic climate
control
Overview
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Switch on/off: via iDrive1."My Vehicle"2."Vehicle settings"3."Climate functions"4."Rear climate"
The rear automatic climate control is not ready
for operation if the automatic climate control is
switched off or if the function for defrosting or
defogging the windows is active: defrost win‐
dows and remove condensation.
Switch on/off: via button
Switching on Press any button except:
▷Left side of Air volume button.▷Seat heating.▷Seat ventilation.
Switch off
Press and hold the left button.
AUTO program Press button.
Air flow, air distribution, and tempera‐
ture are controlled automatically:
Depending on the selected temperature, the
AUTO intensity, and outside influences, the air
is directed to the upper body and into the foot‐
well.
The cooling function is switched on automati‐
cally with the AUTO program.
Intensity of the AUTO programWith the AUTO program activated, the auto‐
matic intensity control can be changed:
Press the left or right side of the but‐
ton: decrease or increase the inten‐
sity.
The selected intensity is shown on the display
of the automatic climate control.
Temperature Turn the ring to set the desired
temperature.
The automatic climate control achieves this
temperature as quickly as possible, if needed
by using the maximum cooling or heating ca‐
pacity, and then keeps it constant.
Do not rapidly switch between different tem‐
perature settings. The automatic climate con‐
trol will not have sufficient time to adjust the
set temperature.
The temperature can also be operated using
BMW Touch Command.
Information
Symbol is displayed permanently on the
display of the automatic climate control.
Manual air distribution
The air distribution can be adjusted to individ‐
ual needs.
Press button repeatedly to select a
program:
▷Upper body region.▷Upper body region and footwell.▷Footwell.
The air distribution can also be operated using
BMW Touch Command.
Air flow, manual To manually adjust air flow turn off AUTO pro‐
gram first.
Press the left or right side of the but‐
ton: decrease or increase air flow.
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The selected air flow is shown on the display of
the automatic climate control.
The air flow can also be operated using BMW
Touch Command.
Maximum cooling Press button.
The system is set to the lowest tem‐
perature, maximum air flow and air circulation
mode.
Air flows out of the vents to the upper body re‐
gion. The vents need to be open for this.
Air is cooled as quickly as possible:▷At an external temperature of approx.
32 ℉/0 ℃.▷When the engine is running.
Operation is also possible using BMW Touch
Command.
Climate control operation on the
roofliner
Temperature Turn the ring to set the desired
temperature.
Air flow Press the left or right side of the but‐
ton: decrease or increase air flow.
LEDs indicate the intensity of the air supply.
The air flow may be reduced automatically to
save battery power.
Ventilation
Thumbwheel for changing the air flow direc‐
tion.
Parked-car ventilation/
heating
The concept
The parked-car ventilation ventilates the vehi‐
cle interior and lowers its temperature, if
needed.
The parked-car heating warms the vehicle in‐
terior, making snow and ice easier to remove.
The system uses the fuel of the vehicle for
heat generation.
Parked-car ventilation and parked-car heating
can be switched on and off directly or via a pre-
set departure time.
The reel-on time is automatically determined
based on the external temperature. The sys‐
tem promptly switches on before the selected
departure time.
Information DANGER
If the exhaust pipe is blocked or ventila‐
tion is insufficient, harmful exhaust gases can
enter into the vehicle. The exhaust gases con‐
tain carbon monoxide, an odorless and color‐
less but highly toxic gas. In enclosed areas, ex‐
haust gases can also accumulate outside of
the vehicle. There is danger to life. Keep the
exhaust pipe free and ensure sufficient ventila‐
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3.Pull on the loop.
Folding table in the rearGeneral information
There is a folding table in the center armrest of
the rear console.
Information WARNING
A folded-out folding table protrudes into
the vehicle's interior and, in case of accident,
braking or evasive maneuvers can cause inju‐
ries. Objects on the table can be thrown
around the car's interior while driving. There is
risk of injuries. Do not unfold or use folding ta‐
ble while driving.◀
Folding the folding table open
1.Open the center armrest, refer to
page 227.2.Grasp the folding table in the rear and pull
forward out from the center armrest.3.Fold the folding table down.
The folding table can be rotated by 90° or 180°
to the left and can be enlarged.
Proceed in reverse order to fold in the folding
table.
Rear cooler Information WARNING
The cover of the opened cooler pro‐
trudes into the car's interior. Injuries can occur
in the event of an accident, braking or evasive
maneuver. The content of the cooler can be
thrown into the car's interior and injure occu‐
pants. There is risk of injuries. Close the cooler
after use when driving.◀
Opening the rear cooler
1.Fold down the center armrest.2.Opening the through-loading system, refer
to page 222.3.Press the opener and fold the cover for‐
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Switching onThe cooler can be operated at two levels.1.Turn on operations.2. Press button once for each cooling
level.
The highest cooling power is active when
two LEDs are lit.
If the cooler was switched on the last time op‐
erating readiness was switched off, it will like‐
wise be switched on the next time operating
readiness is switched on.
Switch off Press button repeatedly until the LEDs go out.
Removing
1.Pull on the rear handle.2.Pull cooler backward and remove it.3.Fold the cover back.
Installing
1.Open the cover.2.Pull on the rear handle and push the cooler
into the guide rails.3.Fold the handle back again.
Malfunction
The cooler cannot be switched on or switches
off, e.g., when the cooling system overheats or
if the battery voltage is low. One of the LEDs
flashes.
Remedy the problem
1.If necessary, allow the refrigerator cooling
system to cool down.2.Start the engine.3.Switch on cooler.
If the LED flashes even after a short time, have
the cooler checked by a dealer’s service center
or another qualified service center or repair
shop.
Ski and snowboard bag The ski and snowboard bag is contained in a
protective jacket in the trunk.
Follow the installation and operation instruc‐
tions included in the protective jacket.
If equipped with emergency wheel: remove the
emergency wheel from the vehicle to mount
the ski and snowboard bag.
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▷ECO PRO tips driving instruction, refer to
page 243.▷ECO PRO climate control, refer to
page 242.▷ECO PRO route-ahead assistant driving in‐
struction, refer to page 244.▷ECO PRO coasting driving status, refer to
page 245.▷ECO PRO driving style analysis, refer to
page 246.
Activating ECO PRO
Press button. ECO PRO is displayed
in the instrument cluster.
Configuring ECO PRO INDIVIDUAL
Opening via the Driving Dynamics
Control
1.Activate ECO PRO.2."Configure ECO PRO INDIVIDUAL"
Opening via iDrive
1."My Vehicle"2."Vehicle settings"3."Driving Experience Control"4."Configure ECO PRO INDIVIDUAL"
ECO PRO notes
Activate the ECO PRO limit:
"ECO PRO speed warning"
An ECO PRO tip is displayed if the speed of
the set ECO PRO limit is exceeded.
Adjust the ECO PRO limit speed:
▷"Tip at:"
Activating ECO PRO functions
Adjust, which ECO PRO functions should be
used.
▷"Coasting"▷"ECO PRO seat climate control"▷"ECO PRO climate control"▷"ECO PRO sight"▷"Route-ahead assistant"
Coasting
Fuel-efficiency can be optimized by disengag‐
ing the engine and Coasting with the engine
idling.
ECO PRO seat heating
The output of seat heating and possibly seat
ventilation is reduced on activation of ECO
PRO.
ECO PRO climate control "ECO PRO climate control"
Climate control is set to be fuel-efficient.
By making a slight change to the set tempera‐
ture, or slowly adjusting the rate of heating or
cooling of the car's interior, fuel consumption
can be economized.
The mirror heating is made available when out‐
side temperatures are very cold.
Route-ahead assistant The route-ahead assistant detects and indi‐
cates route sections ahead of the vehicle.
Resetting the settings Reset ECO PRO INDIVIDUAL to the standard
settings:
Select and confirm "Reset to ECO PRO
STANDARD".
Display in the instrument cluster
Display
When ECO PRO mode is activated, the display
switches to a special configuration.
Some of the displays may differ from the dis‐
play in the instrument cluster.
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