Entering letters and numbers
Entering letters requires some practice at the
beginning. When entering, pay attention to the
following:▷The system distinguishes between upper
and lower-case letters and numbers. For
entry, it may be necessary to change be‐
tween upper and lower-case letters, num‐
bers and characters, refer to page 25.▷Enter characters as they are displayed on
the Control Display.▷Always enter associated characters, such
as accents or periods so that the letter can
be clearly recognized. Possible input de‐
pends on the set language. Where neces‐
sary, enter special characters via the Con‐
troller.▷To delete a character, slide to the left on
the touchpad.▷To enter a blank space, slide to the right in
the center of the touchpad.▷To enter a hyphen, slide to the right in the
upper area of the touchpad.▷To enter an underscore, swipe to the right
in the lower area of the touchpad.
Using interactive map and Internet
Via touch-pad move the interactive map in the
navigation system and Internet sites.
FunctionControlsMove interactive map or
Internet sites.Swipe into re‐
spective direc‐
tion.Enlarge/shrink interactive
map or Internet sites.Drag in or out on
the touchpad with
fingers.Display the menu or open
a link in the Internet.Tap once.Changing settings
You may change Control Display settings, for
example the volume, via touchpad. Swipe left
or right accordingly.
Example: setting the clock
Setting the clock
On the Control Display:1. Press button. The main menu is dis‐
played.2.Turn the Controller until "Settings" is high‐
lighted, and then press the Controller.3.If necessary, move the Controller to the left
to display "Time/Date".4.Turn the Controller until "Time/Date" is
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Knee airbagThe knee airbag supports the legs in a frontal
impact.
Protective action
Airbags are not triggered in every impact situa‐
tion, for example, in less severe accidents or
rear-end collisions.
Information for optimum effect of the
airbags
WARNING
If the seat position is incorrect or the de‐
ployment area of the airbags is impaired, the
airbag system cannot protect as intended or
cause additional injuries due to triggering. There is a risk of injury or danger to life. Follow
the information on optimum protective effect
of the airbag system.◀▷Keep at a distance from the airbags.▷Make sure that occupants keep their heads
away from the side airbag.▷Always grasp the steering wheel on the
steering wheel rim. Hold your hands at the
3 o'clock and 9 o'clock positions, to keep
the risk of injury to your hands or arms as
low as possible when the airbag is trig‐
gered.▷Make sure that the front passenger is sit‐
ting correctly, i.e., keeps his or her feet and
legs in the floor area and does not support
them on the dashboard.▷There should be no persons, animals or
objects between an airbag and a person.▷Do not apply adhesive materials to the air‐
bag cover panels, do not cover them or
modify them in any way.▷Dashboard and windshield on the front
passenger side must stay clear - do not at‐
tach adhesive labels or coverings and do
not attach brackets or cables, e. g., for GPS
devices or' mobile phones.▷Do not use the cover of the front airbag on
the front passenger side as a storage area.▷Do not place slip covers, seat cushions or
other objects on the front passenger seat
that are not specifically suited for seats
with integrated side airbags.▷Do not hang pieces of clothing, such as
jackets, over the backrests.▷Never modify either the individual compo‐
nents or the wiring in the airbag system.
This also applies to steering wheel covers,
the dashboard, and the seats.▷Do not remove the airbag system.
Even when you follow all instructions very
closely, injury from contact with the airbags
cannot be fully ruled out in certain situations.
The ignition and inflation noise may lead to
short-term and, in most cases, temporary
hearing impairment in sensitive individuals.
Warnings and information on the airbags are
also found on the sun visors.
Functional readiness of the airbag
system
Information WARNING
Individual components can be hot after
triggering of the airbag system. There is a a
risk of injury. Do not touch individual compo‐ nents.◀
WARNING
Improperly executed work can lead to
failure, malfunction or unintentional triggering
of the airbag system. In the case of a malfunc‐
tion, the airbag system could not trigger as in‐
tended in the event of an accident despite re‐
spective accident severity. There is a risk of injury or danger to life. Have the airbag system
checked, repaired, dismantled and scrapped
by a dealer’s service center or another quali‐
fied service center or repair shop.◀
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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 200, prior to refueling.
ATTENTION
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 not en‐
sured anymore. There is a risk of damage to
property. Refuel promptly.◀
Diesel engines
The filler neck is designed for refueling at die‐
sel fuel pumps.Fuel cap
Opening1.Briefly press the rear edge of the fuel filler
flap.2.Turn the fuel cap counterclockwise.3.Place the fuel cap in the bracket attached
to the fuel filler flap.
Closing
1.Fit the cap and turn it clockwise until you
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InformationWARNING
Small amounts of ammonia fumes can
escape when opening the diesel exhaust fluid
container. Ammonia fumes have a pungent
odor and irritate skin, mucous membranes, and
eyes. There is a risk of injury. Do not inhale es‐
caping ammonia fumes. Avoid the contact of
articles of clothing, skin or eyes with diesel ex‐
haust fluid. Do not swallow any diesel exhaust
fluid. Keep children away from diesel exhaust
fluids.◀
WARNING
Operating materials, e.g., oils, greases,
coolants, fuels, can contain harmful ingredi‐
ents. There is a risk of injury or danger to life.
Observe the instructions on the containers.
Avoid the contact of articles of clothing, skin or
eyes with operating materials. Do not refill op‐
erating materials into different bottles. Store
operating materials out of reach of children.◀
ATTENTION
The diesel exhaust fluid ingredients are
very aggressive. There is a risk of damage to
property. Avoid contact of diesel exhaust fluid
with surfaces of the vehicle.◀
Suitable diesel exhaust fluid▷Recommended: BMW Diesel Exhaust
Fluid. With this bottle and its special
adapter, diesel exhaust fluid can be replen‐
ished simply and safely.▷Alternatively recommended: NOx Diesel
exhaust fluid AUS 32.
Diesel exhaust fluid can be purchased at a
dealer’s service center or another qualified
service center or repair shop.
Refill quantity
When the Reserve display starts, add at least
3 bottles of diesel exhaust fluid.
This corresponds to approx. 1.5 US gal/6 liters.
Tank for diesel exhaust fluid
The fuel cap for diesel exhaust fluids is next to
the fuel cap for the fuel tank.
Adding the diesel exhaust fluid Add the diesel exhaust fluid when the ignition
is switched on.
1.Open the fuel filler flap, refer to page 198.2.Turn the fuel cap of the diesel exhaust fluid
tank counterclockwise and remove.3.Place the bottle on it and turn it as far as it
will go, see arrow.4.Press the bottle down, see arrow.
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The tank is full when the fill level in the bot‐
tle no longer changes. It is not possible to
overfill.5.Pull back the bottle, see arrow, and un‐
screw it.6.Replace the fuel cap and turn it clockwise.7.Close the fuel filler flap.
Filling with an incorrect fluid
Information WARNING
After adding an incorrect fluid, e.g., anti‐
freeze for washer fluid, the system can heat
and ignite. There is risk of fire and injuries. Do
not add incorrect fluids. Do not start the engine
after adding an incorrect fluid.◀
A Check Control message is displayed when
an incorrect fluid is added.
In the case that an incorrect liquid was refilled,
contact a dealer’s service center or another
qualified service center or repair shop.
Disposing of bottles
Diesel exhaust fluid bottles can be dis‐
posed of at a dealer’s service center or another qualified service center or re‐
pair shop.
Do not dispose of empty bottles with house‐
hold waste unless this is permitted by local
regulations.
Reserve indication The Reserve display will still ap‐
pear along with the remaining
range after refilling.
Engine can be started.
After several minutes of driving,
the Reserve indication goes out.
Diesel exhaust fluid on minimum After filling, the indicator is still
displayed.
The engine can only be started
after the indicator goes out.1.Switch on the ignition.
The indicator goes out after approx. 1 mi‐
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Take care not to add too much engine oil.Overview
The oil filler neck is located in the engine com‐
partment, refer to page 217.
Opening the oil filler neck1.Open the hood, refer to page 217.2.Turn the oil filler neck counter-clockwise.3.Add engine oil.
Engine oil types to add
Information ATTENTION
Oil additives can damage the engine.
There is a risk of damage to property. Do not
use oil additives.◀
ATTENTION
Incorrect engine oil can cause malfunc‐
tions in the engine or damage it. There is a risk
of damage to property. When selecting an en‐
gine oil, make sure that the engine oil has the
correct viscosity grade.◀
The engine oil quality is critical for the life of
the engine.
Viscosity gradesGasoline engine:
When selecting an engine oil, make sure that
the engine oil has the viscosity grade SAE
0W-30 or SAE 0W-20. Alternatively, also en‐
gine oils with viscosity grades SAE 5W-20,
SAE 5W-30, SAE 0W-40 or SAE 5W-40 can
be used.
The viscosity grades SAE 0W-20 or SAE
5W-20 are only suitable for particular engines.
Diesel engine:
When selecting an engine oil, make sure that
the engine oil has the viscosity grade SAE
0W-30. Alternatively, also engine oils with vis‐
cosity grades SAE 5W-30, SAE 0W-40 or SAE
5W-40 can be used.
More information about suitable engine oil rat‐
ings and viscosities of engine oils can be re‐
quested from a dealer’s service center or an‐
other qualified service center or repair shop.
Suitable engine oil types
You can add engine oils that meet the follow‐
ing oil rating standards:Gasoline engineBMW Longlife-01 FE.BMW Longlife-14 FE+.
The oil rating BMW Longlife-14 FE+ is only
suitable for particular gasoline motors.
Diesel engineBMW Longlife-12 FE.
More information about suitable engine oil rat‐
ings and viscosities of engine oils is available
at a dealer’s service center or another qualified
service center or repair shop.
Alternative engine oil typesIf an engine oil suitable for continuous use is
not available, up to 1 US quart/liter of an en‐ gine oil with the following oil rating can be
added:
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CoolantVehicle 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.
Information WARNING
With the engine hot and the cooling sys‐
tem open, coolant can escape and lead to
scalding. There is a a risk of injury. Only open
the cooling system with the engine cooled
down.◀
WARNING
Additives are harmful and incorrect addi‐
tives can damage the engine. There is a risk of
injury and risk of property damage. Do not al‐
low additives to come into contact with skin,
eyes or articles of clothing. Use suitable addi‐
tives only.◀
Coolant consists of water and additives.
Not all commercially available additives are
suitable for the vehicle. Information about suit‐
able additives is available from a dealer’s serv‐
ice center or another qualified service center or
repair shop.Coolant level
Overview
Depending on the engine installation, the cool‐
ant reservoir is located on the right side or the
left side of the engine compartment.
Checking1.Let the engine cool.2.Turn the lid of the coolant reservoir slightly
counterclockwise to allow any excess
pressure to dissipate, then open it.3.Open the coolant reservoir lid.4.The coolant level is correct if it lies be‐
tween the minimum and maximum marks
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Adding1.Let the engine cool.2.Turn the lid of the coolant reservoir slightly
counterclockwise to allow any excess
pressure to dissipate, then open it.3.If the coolant is low, slowly add coolant up
to the specified level; do not overfill.4.Turn the lid until there is an audible click.
The arrows on the coolant reservoir and
the lid must point towards one another.5.Have the cause of the coolant loss elimi‐
nated as soon as possible.
Disposal
Comply with the relevant environmen‐
tal protection regulations when dispos‐
ing of coolant and coolant additives.
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