2016 BMW ACTIVE HYBRID 5 fuel pressure

high-voltage battery and can remain switched
on.
Driving with combustion engine:
DRIVE
The combustion engine, refer to page 79,
provides the primary performance to move the
vehicle. If necessary, the high-voltage battery is charged at the same time.
The hybrid system always starts the combus‐
tion engine automatically.
Energy recovery: CHARGE The high-voltage battery of the hybrid system
is charged through energy recovery while driv‐
ing.
The electric motor acts as a generator and
converts the kinetic energy of the vehicle into
electric current.
Charging can take place in various situations:▷When the vehicle is coasting if the acceler‐
ator pedal is not pressed.▷During vehicle braking.
When exerting gentle pressure on the brakes,
the vehicle is only braked by the electric motor.
When the brake pedal is depressed further, the
brake system is activated additionally. This is
why only part of the brake energy is used to
charge the high-voltage battery when exerting
firm pressure on the brake.
Foresighted driving and the early reduction of
speed are important to make full use of the hy‐
brid characteristics of the vehicle.
Coasting The engine is automatically switched off. This
driving condition of rolling is referred to as
coasting, refer to page 79.
Auxiliary functions of the automatic
climate control
The hybrid system makes it possible to oper‐
ate the automatic climate control prior to driv‐
ing off and with the combustion engine
switched off.
Using the auxiliary air conditioning and residual
cooling functions, the vehicle interior can be
cooled immediately prior to departure and if
the trip is interrupted.▷Residual cooling, refer to page 172.▷Auxiliary air conditioning, refer to
page 173
Adapting to the course of the road
When the navigation system destination guid‐
ance is active, the hybrid system uses the ex‐
isting navigation data. Hybrid operation adapts
to the specific route sections. These may be:
▷Steep gradients.▷Arrival in the destination zone.
Pay attention to the notes in Adapting to the
course of the road, refer to page 93.
Display
The displays of the hybrid system, refer to
page 91, provide information about the cur‐
rent state of hybrid operation and show the
system activity in a chart.
Energy-saving driving To save energy while driving, read the follow‐
ing information:
▷Saving fuel, refer to page 196.▷Using the hybrid system efficiently, refer to
page 188▷ECO PRO mode, refer to page 197.▷Adapting to the course of the road, refer to
page 93.
Safety information
Read the information on safe handling of the
high-voltage system, refer to page 34.
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Do not continue driving. Contact a dealer’s
service center or another qualified service cen‐
ter or repair shop.
Required tire inflation pressure check
message
A Check Control message is displayed in the
following situations▷The system has detected a wheel change,
but no reset was done.▷Inflation was not carried out according to
specifications.▷The tire inflation pressure has fallen below
the level of the last confirmation.
In this case:
▷Check the tire pressure and correct as
needed.▷Carry out a reset of the system after a tire
change.
System limits
The system does not function properly if a re‐
set has not been carried out, e.g., a flat tire is
reported though tire inflation pressures are
correct.
The tire inflation pressure depends on the
tire's temperature. Driving or exposure to the
sun will increase the tire's temperature, thus
increasing the tire inflation pressure. The tire
inflation pressure is reduced when the tire
temperature falls again. These circumstances
may cause a warning when temperatures fall
very sharply.
The system cannot indicate sudden serious
tire damage caused by external circumstances.
Malfunction The yellow warning lamp flashes and
then lights up continuously. A Check
Control message is displayed. No flat
tire or loss of tire inflation pressure can be de‐
tected.
Examples and recommendations in the follow‐
ing situations:▷A wheel without TPM electronics is
mounted: Have it checked by a dealer’s
service center or another qualified service
center or repair shop as needed.▷Malfunction: Have system checked by a
dealer’s service center or another qualified
service center or repair shop.▷TPM was unable to complete the reset.
Reset the system again.▷Interference through systems or devices
with the same radio frequency: After leav‐
ing the area of the interference, the system
automatically becomes active again.
Declaration according to NHTSA/
FMVSS 138 Tire Pressure Monitoring
System
Each tire, including the spare (if provided)
should be checked monthly when cold and in‐
flated to the inflation pressure recommended
by the vehicle manufacturer on the vehicle
placard or tire inflation pressure label. (If your
vehicle has tires of a different size than the size
indicated on the vehicle placard or tire inflation
pressure label, you should determine the
proper tire inflation pressure for those tires.)
As an added safety feature, your vehicle has
been equipped with a tire pressure monitoring
system (TPMS) that illuminates a low tire pres‐
sure telltale when one or more of your tires is
significantly under-inflated. Accordingly, when
the low tire pressure telltale illuminates, you
should stop and check your tires as soon as
possible, and inflate them to the proper pres‐
sure. Driving on a significantly under-inflated
tire causes the tire to overheat and can lead to
tire failure. Under-inflation also reduces fuel ef‐
ficiency and tire tread life, and may affect the
vehicle's handling and stopping ability. Please
note that the TPMS is not a substitute for
proper tire maintenance, and it is the driver's
responsibility to maintain correct tire pressure,
even if under-inflation has not reached the
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Saving fuelVehicle 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.
General information Your vehicle contains advanced technology for
the reduction of fuel consumption and emis‐
sions.
Fuel consumption depends on a number of dif‐
ferent factors.
Carrying out certain measures, such as a mod‐
erate driving style and regular maintenance,
can influence fuel consumption and the envi‐
ronmental impact.
Remove unnecessary cargo
Additional weight increases fuel consumption.
Remove attached parts
following use
Remove auxiliary mirrors, roof or rear luggage
racks which are no longer required following use.
Attached parts on the vehicle impair the aero‐
dynamics and increase the fuel consumption.Close the windows and glass
sunroof
Driving with the glass sunroof and windows
open results in increased air resistance and
thereby reduces the range.
Tires
General information Tires can affect fuel consumption in various
ways, e.g., tire size may influence fuel con‐
sumption.
Check the tire inflation pressure
regularly
Check and, if needed, correct the tire inflation
pressure at least twice a month and before
starting on a long trip.
Low tire inflation pressure increases rolling re‐
sistance and thus raises fuel consumption and
tire wear.
Drive away immediately
Do not wait for the engine to warm-up while
the vehicle remains stationary. Start driving
right away, but at moderate engine speeds.
This is the quickest way of warming the cold
engine up to operating temperature.
Look well ahead when
driving
Avoid unnecessary acceleration and braking.
By maintaining a suitable distance to the vehi‐
cle driving ahead of you.
Driving smoothly and proactively reduces fuel
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RefuelingVehicle features and options
This 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.
Information Observe the fuel recommendation, refer to
page 204, prior to refueling.
CAUTION
With a range of less than 30 miles/50 km
it is possible that the engine will no longer have
sufficient fuel. Engine functions are no longer
ensured. There is risk of property damage. Re‐
fuel promptly.◀
Do not refuel unless the engine is at a standstill
and the selector lever is in position P/N, other‐
wise the buildup of pressure may cause the
fuel nozzle to shut off prematurely.Fuel lid
Opening1.Briefly press the rear edge of the fuel filler
flap.2.Turn the tank lid counterclockwise.3.Place the tank lid in the bracket attached to
the fuel filler flap.
Closing
1.Fit the lid and turn it clockwise until you
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Maximum speed of winter tiresIf the maximum speed of the vehicle is higher
than the permissible speed for the winter tires,
then a respective symbol is displayed in your
field of vision. The plate is available from a
dealer’s service center or another qualified
service center or repair shop.
With mounted winter tires, observe and adhere
to the permissible maximum speed.
Run-flat tires If you are already using run-flat tires, for your
own safety you should replace them only with
the same kind. No spare tire is available in the
case of a flat tire. A dealer’s service center or
another qualified service center or repair shop
will be glad to answer additional questions at
any time.
Rotating wheels between axles Different wear patterns can occur on the front
and rear axles depending on individual driving
conditions. The tires can be rotated between
the axles to achieve even wear. A dealer’s
service center or another qualified service cen‐
ter or repair shop will be glad to answer addi‐
tional questions at any time. After rotating,
check the tire pressure and correct if needed.
Rotating the tires is not permissible on vehi‐
cles with different tire sizes or rim sizes on the
front and rear axles.
Storage
Store wheels and tires in a cool, dry place with
as little exposure to light as possible.
Always protect tires against all contact with oil,
grease and fuels.
Do not exceed the maximum tire inflation pres‐
sure indicated on the side wall of the tire.Run-flat tires
Label
RSC label on the tire sidewall.
The wheels consist of tires that are self-sup‐
porting, to a limited degree, and possibly spe‐
cial rims.
The support of the sidewall allows the tire to
remain drivable to a restricted degree in the
event of a tire inflation pressure loss.
Follow the instructions for continued driving
with a flat tire.
Changing run-flat tires
For your own safety, only use run-flat tires. No
spare tire is available in the case of a flat tire. A
dealer’s service center or another qualified
service center or repair shop will be glad to an‐
swer additional questions at any time.
Mobility System
The concept With the Mobility System, minor tire damage
can be sealed quickly to enable continued
travel. To accomplish this, sealant is pumped
into the tires, which seals the damage from the
inside.
The compressor can be used to check the tire
inflation pressure.
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Everything from A to Z
IndexA ABS, Antilock Brake Sys‐ tem 141
ACC, Active Cruise Control with Stop & Go 146
Accessories and parts 8
Activated-charcoal filter 170
Activate drive readiness 76
Active Blind Spot Detec‐ tion 137
Active Cruise Control with Stop & Go, ACC 146
ActiveHybrid, system 31
Active Protection 139
Active seat, front 61
Active seat ventilation, front 62
Adapting to the course of the road, hybrid system 93
Adaptive brake assistant 141
Adaptive brake lights, see Brake force display 138
Adaptive Light Control 110
Additives, oil 221
Adjustments, seats/head re‐ straints 58
After washing vehicle 242
Airbags 114
Airbags, indicator/warning light 115
Air circulation, refer to Recir‐ culated-air mode 169
Air, dehumidifying, see Cool‐ ing function 168
Air distribution, manual 169
Air flow, automatic climate control 169
Air outlets, see ventila‐ tion 170
Air pressure, tires 206 Alarm system 51
Alarm, unintentional 52
All around the center con‐ sole 16
All around the roofliner 17
All around the steering wheel 14
All-season tires, see Winter tires 211
Alternating-code hand-held transmitter 176
Alternative oil types 221
Ambient light 112
Animal detection, see Night Vision 132
Antifreeze, washer fluid 85
Antilock Brake System, ABS 141
Anti-slip control, see DSC 141
Approved axle load 249
Armrest, refer to Center arm‐ rest 182
Arrival time 103
Ashtray 177
Ashtray, front 177
Ashtray, rear 178
Assistance for the combus‐ tion engine, ASSIST 79
Assistance for the combus‐ tion engine, eBOOST 79
Assistance when driving off 141
ASSIST, assistance for the combustion engine 79
Attentiveness assistant 139
AUTO H button 81
AUTO H button, refer to Au‐ tomatic Hold 81
AUTO intensity 169
Automatic car wash 241 Automatic climate con‐
trol 167
Automatic Cruise Control with Stop & Go 146
Automatic Curb Monitor 68
Automatic deactivation, Front-seat passenger air‐
bags 116
Automatic deactivation of the hybrid system 34
Automatic headlight con‐ trol 109
Automatic Hold 81
Automatic locking 51
Automatic recirculated-air control 169
Automatic Soft Closing, doors 44
Automatic transmission, see Steptronic transmission 86
Automatic trunk lid 45
AUTO program, automatic cli‐ mate control 168
AUTO program, intensity 169
Auto Start/Stop function 77
Auxiliary air conditioning 173
Average fuel consump‐ tion 102
Average speed 102
Axle loads, weights 249
B Backrest curvature, see Lum‐ bar support 60
Backrest, width 61
Band-aids, see First-aid kit 236
Bar for tow-starting/ towing 238 Seite 252ReferenceEverything from A to Z252
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ECO PRO, bonus range 198
ECO PRO display 197
ECO PRO driving mode 197
ECO PRO mode 197
ECO PRO Tip - driving in‐ struction 199
eDRIVE, electric driving 78
Electric drive readiness, Si‐ lent Start 77
Electric driving, eDRIVE 78
Electronic displays, instru‐ ment cluster 90
Electronic oil measure‐ ment 219
Electronic Stability Program ESP, see DSC 141
Emergency detection, remote control 39
Emergency release, fuel filler flap 203
Emergency Request 235
Emergency start function, en‐ gine start 39
Emergency unlocking, trans‐ mission lock 89
Emergency unlocking, trunk lid 47
Energy recovery, CHARGE 79
Engine, automatic stop 77
Engine compartment 217
Engine compartment, work‐ ing in 217
Engine coolant 223
Engine oil 219
Engine oil, adding 220
Engine oil additives 221
Engine oil change 221
Engine oil filler neck 220
Engine oil temperature 97
Engine oil types, alterna‐ tive 221
Engine oil types, suitable 221
Engine start during malfunc‐ tion 39 Engine start, jump-start‐
ing 236
Engine temperature 97
Entering a car wash 241
Equipment, interior 175
Error displays, see Check Control 93
ESP Electronic Stability Pro‐ gram, see DSC 141
Exchanging wheels/tires 211
Exhaust system 190
Exterior mirror, automatic dimming feature 69
Exterior mirrors 67
External start 236
External temperature dis‐ play 98
External temperature warn‐ ing 98
Eyes for securing cargo 194
F
Failure message, see Check Control 93
False alarm, see Unintentional alarm 52
Fan, see Air flow 169
Filler neck for engine oil 220
Fine wood, care 243
First-aid kit 236
Fitting for towing, see Tow fit‐ ting 239
Flat tire, changing wheels 232
Flat Tire Monitor FTM 121
Flat tire, Tire Pressure Moni‐ tor TPM 117
Flat tire, warning lamp 118, 121
Flooding 191
Floor carpet, care 244
Floor mats, care 244
Fold-out position, wiper 85
Foot brake 191
Front airbags 114 Front-end collision warning
with braking function 127
Front-end collision warning with City Braking func‐
tion 124
Front fog lamps, , LED, bulb replacement 230
Front fog lights 111
Front lights 228
Front-seat passenger airbags, automatic deactivation 116
Front-seat passenger airbags, indicator lamp 116
FTM Flat Tire Monitor 121
Fuel 204
Fuel consumption, see Aver‐ age fuel consumption 102
Fuel filler flap 202
Fuel gauge 97
Fuel lid 202
Fuel quality 204
Fuel recommendation 204
Fuel, tank capacity 249
Functions, hybrid system 31
Fuse 233
G
Garage door opener, see Uni‐ versal Integrated Remote
Control 175
Gasoline 204
Gear change, Steptronic transmission 87
Gear shift indicator 100
General driving notes 190
Glare shield 177
Glass sunroof, powered 55
Glove compartment 181
Gross vehicle weight, ap‐ proved 249
H
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Night Vision 132
Night Vision device, see Night Vision 132
Nylon rope for tow-starting/ towing 238
O OBD Onboard Diagnosis 226
OBD, see OBD Onboard Di‐ agnosis 226
Object detection, see Night Vision 132
Obstacle marking, rearview camera 159
Octane rating, see Recom‐ mended fuel grade 204
Odometer 98
Office, see user's manual for Navigation, Entertainment
and Communication
Officially use hybrid sys‐ tem 188
Oil 219
Oil, adding 220
Oil additives 221
Oil change 221
Oil change interval, service requirements 99
Oil filler neck 220
Oil types, alternative 221
Oil types, suitable 221
Old batteries, disposal 233
On-board computer 102
On-board computer, refer to On-board computer 102
Onboard monitor, see Control Display 18
Onboard vehicle tool kit 227
Opening/closing via door lock 43
Opening and closing 38
Opening and closing, without remote control 43
Opening and closing, with re‐ mote control 41 Opening the trunk lid with no-
touch activation 49
Operating concept, iDrive 18
Optional equipment, standard equipment 7
Outside air, refer to Auto‐ matic recirculated-air con‐
trol 169
Overheating of engine, see Coolant temperature 97
Own Safety 7
P Paint, vehicle 242
Parallel parking assistant 163
Park Distance Control PDC 154
Parked-car ventilation 173
Parked vehicle, condensa‐ tion 192
Parking aid, see PDC 154
Parking assistant 163
Parking brake 80
Parking lights 108
Parking with Automatic Hold 81
Parts and accessories 8
Passenger side mirror, tilting downward 68
Pathway lines, rearview cam‐ era 158
PDC Park Distance Con‐ trol 154
Pedestrian detection, see Night Vision 132
Pedestrian warning with city braking function 130
Personal Profile 39
Personal Profile, exporting profiles 41
Pinch protection system, glass sunroof 56
Pinch protection system, win‐ dows 54
Plastic, care 243 Power failure 233
Power sunroof, glass 55
Power windows 53
Prescribed engine oil types 221
Pressure, tire air pres‐ sure 206
Pressure warning FTM, tires 121
Profile, see Personal Pro‐ file 39
Programmable memory but‐ tons, iDrive 23
Protective function, glass sunroof 56
Protective function, win‐ dows 54
Push-and-turn switch, see Controller 19
R Radiator fluid 223
Radio-operated key, see Re‐ mote control 38
Radio ready state 75
Radio, see user's manual for Navigation, Entertainment
and Communication
Rain sensor 84
Rear automatic climate con‐ trol 171
Rear lights 231
Rear socket 179
Rearview camera 157
Rearview mirror 67
Rear window defroster 170
Recirculated-air mode 169
Recommended fuel grade 204
Recommended tire brands 211
Refueling 202
Remaining range 98
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