Switching off and brief wipe
The lever automatically returns to its initial po‐
sition when released.
▷Brief wipe: press down once.▷To switch off from normal wiper speed:
press down once.▷To switch off from fast wiper speed: press
down twice.
Interval mode or rain sensor
The concept
Without the rain sensor, the frequency of the
wiper operation is preset.
The rain sensor automatically controls the time
between wipes depending on the intensity of
the rainfall. The sensor is located on the wind‐
shield, directly behind the interior mirror.
Activating/deactivating
Press button on the wiper lever.
Wiping is started. If the vehicle is equipped with
a rain sensor: LED in wiper lever lights up.
When wipers are frozen to windshield, wiper
operation is deactivated.
During trip interruption with the rain sensor
switched on: if the trip is resumed within ap‐
prox. 15 minutes, the rain sensor is automati‐
cally activated again.
ATTENTION
If the rain sensor is activated, the wipers
can accidentally start moving in vehicle washes.
There is a risk of damage to property. Deacti‐
vate the rain sensor in vehicle washes. ◀
Setting the frequency or sensitivity of the rain sensor
Turn the thumbwheel to adjust the frequency
or sensitivity of the rain sensor.
Up: short interval or high sensitivity of the rain
sensor.
Down: long interval or low sensitivity of the rain
sensor.
Washing the windshield
Pull the wiper lever towards you.
The system sprays washer fluid on the wind‐
shield and activates the wipers briefly.
Seite 73DrivingCONTROLS73
Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 969 276 - II/16
WARNING
The washer fluid can freeze onto the win‐
dow at low temperatures and obstruct the
view. There is risk of an accident. Only use the
washer systems, if the washer fluid cannot
freeze. Use antifreeze, if needed. ◀
ATTENTION
When the washer fluid reservoir is empty,
the wash pump cannot work as intended.
There is a risk of damage to property. Do not
use the washer system when the washer fluid
reservoir is empty. ◀
Windshield washer nozzles The windshield washer nozzles are automati‐
cally heated while the ignition is switched on.
Fold-away position of the wipers
Helpful, when changing the wiper blades or when folding out under frosty conditions, for
example.
WARNING
If the wipers start moving in the folded
away state, body parts can be jammed or dam‐
age may occur to parts of the vehicle. There is a
risk of injury or risk of property damage. Make
sure that the vehicle is switched off when the
wipers are in the folded away state and the
wipers are folded in when switching on. ◀1.Switch the ignition on and off again.2.With icy conditions make sure that blades
are not frozen to the windshield.3.Press the wiper lever up beyond the point
of resistance and hold it for approx. 3 sec‐
onds, until the wipers remain in a nearly
vertical position.4.Lift the wiper all the way off of the wind‐
shield.
After the wipers are folded back down, the
wiper system must be reactivated.
1.Switch on the ignition.2.Push wiper lever down. Wipers return to
their resting position and are ready again
for operation.
Washer fluid
General information All washer nozzles are supplied from one reser‐
voir.
Prepare and dilute a mixture of tap water,
windshield washer concentrate, and possibly
antifreeze prior to filling.
Recommended minimum fill quantity:
0.2 US gal/1 liter.
Information WARNING
Some antifreeze agents can contain
harmful substances and are flammable. There
is risk of fire and a risk of injury. Observe the in‐
structions on the containers. Keep antifreeze
away from ignition sources. Do not refill oper‐
ating materials into different bottles. Store op‐
erating materials out of reach of children.
United States: The washer fluid mixture ratio is
regulated by the U.S. EPA and many individual
states; do not exceed the allowable washer
fluid dilution ratio limits that apply. Follow the
usage instructions on the washer fluid con‐
tainer.
Use of BMW’s Windshield Washer Concentrate
or the equivalent is recommended. ◀
WARNING
Washer fluid can ignite and catch fire on
contact with hot engine parts. There is a risk of
injury or risk of property damage. Only add
washer fluid when the engine is cooled down.
Next, fully close the lid of the washer fluid res‐
ervoir. ◀
Seite 74CONTROLSDriving74
Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 969 276 - II/16
Unlocking/locking with re‐mote control 38
Unlocking, settings 43
Updates made after the edito‐ rial deadline 7
Upholstery care 228
USB interface, position in vehi‐ cle 156
USB port, see USB inter‐ face 156
V Vanity mirror 155
Vehicle battery 217
Vehicle battery, replacing 218
Vehicle, break-in 166
Vehicle care 227
Vehicle care products 227
Vehicle features and op‐ tions 7
Vehicle identification num‐ ber 10
Vehicle jack 215
Vehicle paint 227
Vehicle storage 230
Vehicle wash 226
Ventilation 149
Ventilation, see Parked-car ventilation 149
VIN, see vehicle identification number 10
Voice activation system 26
W
Warning and indicator lamps, see Check Control 81
Warning displays, see Check Control 81
Warning messages, see Check Control 81
Warning triangle 220
Warranty 7
Washer fluid 74 Washer nozzles, wind‐
shield 74
Washing, vehicle 226
Water on roads 167
Weights 235
Welcome lamps during un‐ locking 38
Welcome lights 101
Wheels, changing 192
Wheels, everything on wheels and tires 186
Wheels, Flat Tire Monitor FTM 113
Wheels, Tire Pressure Monitor TPM 109
Wind deflector 52
Window defroster, rear 146, 149
Windows, powered 45
Windshield cleaning sys‐ tem 72
Windshield de‐ froster 146, 149
Windshield washer fluid 74
Windshield washer nozzles 74
Windshield wipers, fold-away position 74
Windshield wipers, see wiper system 72
Winter storage, care 230
Winter tires, suitable tires 193
Winter tires, tread 191
Wiper blades, replacing 208
Wiper fluid 74
Wiper system 72
Wood, care 229
Word match concept, naviga‐ tion 25
Wrench 208 Seite 250REFERENCEEverything from A to Z250
Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 969 276 - II/16
