
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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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
supported. FAT32 and exFAT are the rec‐
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  43.
The alarm system, refer to page  44, is dis‐
armed.
Convenient opening Press and hold this button on the re‐mote control after unlocking.
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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 left 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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Without telephone: overview
The USB interface is located in the glove com‐
partment.
With telephone: overview
The USB interface is located in the center arm‐
rest.
Through-loading system The concept The cargo area can be enlarged by folding
down the rear seat backrest.
The rear seat backrest is divided into two parts at a ratio of 60 to 40.
The sides can be folded down separately or to‐
gether.
Hints Danger of jamming
Before folding down the rear seat back‐
rests, ensure that the area of movement of the
backrests is clear. Ensure that no one is lo‐
cated in or reaches into the area of movement
of the rear seat backrests. Otherwise, injury or
damage may result.◀
Ensuring the stability of the child seat
When installing child restraint systems,
make sure that the child seat is securely fas‐
tened to the backrest of the seat. Angle and
headrest of the backrest might need to be ad‐
justed or possibly be removed. Make sure that
all backrests are securely locked. Otherwise
the stability of the child seat can be affected,
and there is an increased risk of injury because
of unexpected movement of the seat back‐
rest.◀
Opening1.Pull the corresponding lever in the cargo
area to release the rear seat backrest.2.The unlocked backrest moves forward
slightly.3.Fold backrest forward.
Closing
Return the rear seat backrest to the upright
seating position and engage it.
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This prevents access to the glove compart‐
ment and to the trunk.
After the glove compartment is locked, the re‐
mote control can be handed over, such as at a
hotel, without the integrated key.
Driver's side
Note Close the glove compartment again im‐
mediately
Close the glove compartment immediately af‐
ter use while driving; otherwise, injury may oc‐
cur during accidents.◀
Opening
Pull the handle.
ClosingFold cover closed.
Front storage compartment
Raise the lid to open it.
Compartments in the doors Do not stow any breakable objects
Do not store any breakable objects, e. g.
glass bottles, in the compartments, or there is
an increased risk of injury in the event of an ac‐
cident.◀
Center armrest
Front
A storage compartment is located in the center
armrest between the front seats.
Opening
Fold the center armrest up.
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.
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Sport displays, torque dis‐play, performance dis‐
play  88 
Stability control systems  114 
Standard view, head-up dis‐ play  90 
Start/stop, automatic func‐ tion  64 
Start/Stop button  62 
Start function during malfunc‐ tion  35 
Starting the engine  63 
Status control display, tires  102 
Status information, iDrive  23 
Status of Owner's Manual  7 
Steering assistance  118 
Steering wheel, adjusting  56 
Steering wheel heating  57 
Stopping the engine  63 
Storage compartments  147 
Storage compartments, loca‐ tions  147 
Storage, tires  177 
Storing the vehicle  208 
Suitable engine oils  185 
Summer tires, tread  175 
Sun visor  143 
Supplementary text mes‐ sage  79 
Surround View  124 
Switch-on times, parked-car ventilation  138 
Switch, refer to Cockpit  14 
Symbols  6 
Symbols in the status field  23 
System states of dynamic driving  83 
T
Tachometer  80 
Tail lights  193 
Technical changes, refer to Safety  7 
Technical data  212 Technology, BMW M  154 
Telephone, see user's manual for Navigation, Entertain‐
ment and Communication 
Temperature, automatic cli‐ mate control  135 
Temperature display for ex‐ ternal temperature  81 
Temperature, engine oil  80 
Terminal, starting aid  201 
Text message, supplemen‐ tary  79 
Theft alarm system, refer to Alarm system  44 
Through-loading system  145 
Tilt alarm sensor  45 
Time of arrival  87 
Tire damage  175 
Tire identification marks  173 
Tire inflation pressure  172 
Tire Pressure Monitor TPM  101 
Tires, changing  176 
Tire sealant  177 
Tires, everything on wheels and tires  172 
Tire tread  175 
Tone, see user's manual for Navigation, Entertainment
and Communication 
Tool  190 
Top View  128 
Total vehicle weight  212 
Touchpad  21 
Tow fitting  203 
Towing  202 
Tow lug, see Tow fitting  203 
Tow-starting  202 
Tow truck  202 
TPM Tire Pressure Moni‐ tor  101  
Transmission, manual trans‐ mission  70 
Transporting children safely  58 
Tread, tires  175 Trip computer  88 
Triple turn signal activa‐ tion  67 
Trip odometer  81 
Truck for tow-starting/ towing  202 
Trunk lid closing  40 
Trunk lid, emergency unlock‐ ing  41 
Trunk lid, hotel function  41 
Trunk lid opening  40 
Trunk lid, opening with no- touch activation  42 
Trunk lid via remote con‐ trol  38 
Turning circle  212 
Turning circle lines, rearview camera  126 
Turn signals, operation  67 
U Unintentional alarm  45 
Units of measure  90 
Universal remote control  139 
Unlocking/locking via door lock  39 
Unlocking/locking with re‐ mote control  37 
Unlocking, settings  43 
Updates made after the edito‐ rial deadline  7 
Upholstery care  207 
USB interface  144 
V Vanity mirror  143 
Vehicle battery  196 
Vehicle battery, replac‐ ing  196  
Vehicle, break-in  156 
Vehicle care  206 
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