2019 BMW I3 Owners Manual

Press
and
hold
the
two
outer
buttons
on
the
injterior
mirror
simultaneously
for
approximately
10
seconds
until
the
LED
on
the
interior
mirror
flashes
green
rapidly.
Digital
compass
Overview
1Control
button2Mirror
display
Mirror
display
The
point
of
the
compass
in
the
mirror
indicates the
direction
in
which
you
are
driving.
Operating
concept
Various
functions
can
be
called
up
by
pressing the
control
button
with
a
pointed
object,
such
as
the
tip
of
a
ballpoint
pen
or
similar
object.
The
following
setting
options
are
displayed
in
succesj
sion,
depending
on
how
long
the
control
button is
pressed:'xPressed
briefly:
turns
display
on/off.'x3
to
6
seconds:
compass
zone
setting.'x6
to
9
seconds:
compass
calibration.'x9
to
12
seconds:
left/right-hand
steering
setj
ting.'x12
to
15
seconds:
language
setting.
Setting
the
compass
zones
Sets
the
particular
compass
zones
on
the
vehicle
so
that
the
compass
operates
correctly;
refer
to
World
map
with
compass
zones.
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World
map
with
magnetic
zonesProcedure1.Press
and
hold
the
control
button
for
approx.3
to
4
seconds.
The
number
of
the
set
comj
pass
zone
appears
in
the
mirror.2.To
change
the
zone
setting,
press
the
control button
quickly
and
repeatedly
until
the
numj
ber
of
the
compass
zone
that
corresponds with
your
location
appears
in
the
mirror.
The
set
zone
is
stored
automatically.
The
comj
pass
is
ready
for
use
again
after
approximately
10
seconds.
Calibrating
the
digital
compass The
digital
compass
must
be
calibrated
in
theevent
of
the
following:
'xThe
wrong
compass
point
is
displayed.'xThe
point
of
the
compass
displayed
does
notchange
despite
changing
the
direction
of
travel.'xNot
all
points
of
the
compass
are
displayed.Procedure1.Make
sure
that
there
are
no
large
metallic
obj jects
or
overhead
power
lines
near
the
vehicle
and
that
there
is
sufficient
room
to
drive
around
in
a
circle.2.Set
the
currently
applicable
compass
zone.3.Press
and
hold
the
control
button
for
approx. 6
to
7
seconds
so
that
C
appears
on
the
display.
Next,
drive
in
a
complete
circle
at least
once
at
a
speed
of
no
more
than4
mph/7
km/h.
If
calibration
is
successful,
the
C
is
replaced
by
the
points
of
the
compass.
Left/right-hand
steering
The
digital
compass
is
already
set
for
right
orleft-hand
steering
at
the
factory.
Setting
the
language Press
and
hold
the
control
button
for
approx.
12
to
13
seconds.
Briefly
press
the
control
button
again
to
switch
between
English
E
and
German O.
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Settings
are
stored
automatically
after
approxij
mately
10
seconds.
Sun
visor
Glare
shield
Fold
the
sun
visor
down
or
up.
Vanity
mirror
A
vanity
mirror
is
located
in
the
sun
visor
behind
a
cover.
Depending
on
the
equipment
version, the
mirror
lighting
may
switch
on
when
the
coveris
opened.
Ashtray/Cigarette
lighter
Ashtray Overview
The
ashtray
can
be
inserted
in
the
cup
holder.
Emptying
Take
out
the
insert.
Cigarette
lighter
WBSning
Contact
with
the
hot
heating
element
or
the
hot
socket
of
the
cigarette
lighter
can
cause
burns.
Flammable
materials
can
ignite
if
the
cigarette
lighter
falls
down
or
is
held
against
the
respecj
tive
objects.
There
is
a
risk
of
fire
and
injuries.
Take
hold
of
the
cigarette
lighter
by
its
handle.
Make
sure
that
children
do
not
use
the
cigaj
rette
lighter
and
burn
themselves.
NOTICE
If
metal
objects
fall
into
the
socket,
they
can
cause
a
short
circuit.
There
is
a
risk
of
damage
to
property.
Replace
the
cigarette
lighter
or
socket
cover
again
after
using
the
socket.
Overview
The
cigarette
lighter
is
located
between
the
front seats.
Push
in
the
cigarette
lighter.
The
cigarette
lighter
can
be
rej
moved
as
soon
as
it
pops
back
out.
Sockets
General
information The
lighter
socket
can
be
used
as
a
socket
forelectrical
equipment
when
standby
and
drive-
ready
state
are
switched
on.
The
total
load
of
all
sockets
must
not
exceed
140
watts
at
12
volts.
Do
not
damage
the
socket
by
using
non-comj patible
connectors.
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Safety
information
WBSning
Devices
and
cables
in
the
unfolding
area
of
the
airbags,
such
as
portable
navigation
devices, can
hinder
the
unfolding
of
the
airbag
or
be
thrown
around
in
the
car's
interior
during
unj
folding.
There
is
a
risk
of
injury.
Make
sure
that
devices
and
cables
are
not
in
the
airbag's
area
of
unfolding.
NOTICE
Battery
chargers
for
the
vehicle
battery
can
work
with
high
voltages
and
currents,
which
means
that
the
12
volt
on-board
network
can be
overloaded
or
damaged.
There
is
a
risk
of
damage
to
property.
Only
connect
battery
chargers
for
the
vehicle
battery
to
the
starting
aid
terminals
in
the
engine
compartment.
NOTICE
If
metal
objects
fall
into
the
socket,
they
can
cause
a
short
circuit.
There
is
a
risk
of
damage to
property.
Replace
the
cigarette
lighter
or
socket
cover
again
after
using
the
socket.
Front
center
console
The
socket
is
located
underneath
the
dashboard.
Remove
the
cover.
Between
the
front
seats
The
socket
is
located
between
the
front
seats.
Remove
the
cover
or
cigarette
lighter.
In
the
cargo
area
The
socket
is
located
on
the
right
side
in
the cargo
area.
Remove
the
cover.
USB
interface
Concept
Mobile
devices
with
a
USB
port
can
be
conj
nected
to
the
USB
interface.
General
information
Follow
the
information
regarding
the
connection
of
mobile
devices
to
the
USB
interface
in
the section
on
USB
connections,
refer
to
page
56.
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Overview
The
USB
interface
is
located
between
the
front
seats.
Properties:
'xUSB
port
Type
A.'xFor
charging
mobile
devices
and
for
data transfer.'xCharge
current:
max.
1.5
A.
Second
USB
port
in
vehicles
with
wireless
charging
tray:
'xUSB
port
Type
C.'xFor
charging
mobile
devices
and
for
data transfer.'xCharge
current:
max.
3
A.
Connecting
an
external
device
Follow
the
following
when
connecting:
'xDo
not
use
force
when
plugging
the
connecj
tor
into
the
USB
interface.'xUse
a
flexible
adapter
cable.'xProtect
the
USB
storage
device
against
mej
chanical
damage.'xDue
to
the
large
number
of
USB
storage
dej vices
available
on
the
market,
it
cannot
beguaranteed
that
every
device
is
operable
on
the
vehicle.'xDo
not
expose
USB
storage
devices
to
exj
treme
environmental
conditions,
such
as
very
high
temperatures;
refer
to
the
owner's
manual
of
the
device.'xDue
to
the
many
different
compression
techj niques,
proper
playback
of
the
media
storedon
the
USB
storage
device
cannot
be
guarj
anteed
in
all
cases.'xA
connected
USB
storage
device
will
be
supj plied
with
charge
current
via
the
USB
interj
face
if
the
device
supports
this.
At
higher
temperatures,
the
charge
current
through
the
USB
storage
device
may
be
reduced.'xTo
ensure
proper
transmission
of
the
stored data,
do
not
charge
a
USB
storage
device
via
the
onboard
socket,
when
it
is
connected
to
the
USB
interface.'xDepending
on
how
the
USB
storage
device
is
being
used,
settings
may
be
required
on
the
USB
storage
device,
refer
to
the
owner's
manual
of
the
device.
Non-compatible
USB
media:
'xUSB
hard
drives.'xUSB
hubs.'xUSB
memory
card
readers
with
multiple
slots.'xHFS-formatted
USB
storage
devices.'xDevices
such
as
fans
or
lamps.
Cargo
area
Cargo
cover
General
information
The
cargo
cover
is
raised
when
the
tailgate
is
opened.
Safety
information
WBSning
Loose
objects
or
devices
with
a
cable
connecj
tion
to
the
vehicle,
for
instance
mobile
phones, can
be
thrown
into
the
car's
interior
while
drivj
ing,
for
instance
in
the
event
of
an
accident
or
during
braking
and
evasive
maneuvers.
There
is
a
risk
of
injury.
Secure
loose
objects
or
devices
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with
a
cable
connection
to
the
vehicle
in
the
car's
interior.
Ejecting1.Detach
the
retaining
straps
at
the
tailgate.2.Raise
the
cover
and
pull
it
back
to
remove.
Installing
1.Place
the
cover
in
the
brackets.2.Attach
the
retaining
straps.
Enlarging
the
cargo
area Concept
The
cargo
area
can
be
enlarged
by
folding
down
the
rear
seat
backrest
or
moving
it
into
the
cargo position.
General
information
The
rear
seat
backrest
is
divided
at
a
ratio
of
50 to
50.
The
rear
seat
backrests
can
be
folded
down
from the
rear
or
from
the
cargo
area.
Safety
information
WBSning
Danger
of
jamming
with
folding
down
the
backj rests.
There
is
a
risk
of
injury
or
risk
of
damage
to
property.
Make
sure
that
the
area
of
movej ment
of
the
rear
backrest
and
the
of
the
headrestraint
is
clear
prior
to
folding
down.
WBSning
If
a
rear
seat
backrest
is
not
locked,
unsecured cargo
can
be
thrown
about
the
carss
interior;
for
instance,
in
the
event
of
an
accident,
braking or
an
evasive
maneuver.
There
is
a
risk
of
injury.
Make
sure
that
the
rear
seat
backrest
is
locked
after
folding
it
back.
WBSning
Unexpected
movements
of
the
rear
seat
backj
rest
while
driving
may
occur
due
to
unintenj
tional
unlocking
of
the
rear
seat
backrests
by
the
straps.
There
is
a
risk
of
injury.
Do
not
fasj
ten
any
objects
to
the
straps
for
unlocking
the
rear
backrests.
WBSning
The
stability
of
the
child
restraint
system
is
limj
ited
or
compromised
with
incorrect
seat
adjustj ment
or
improper
installation
of
the
child
seat.There
is
a
risk
of
injuries
or
danger
to
life.
Makesure
that
the
child
restraint
system
fits
securelyagainst
the
backrest.
If
possible,
adjust
the
backrest
tilt
for
all
affected
backrests
and
corj
rectly
adjust
the
seats.
Make
sure
that
seats and
backrests
are
securely
engaged
or
locked.
If
possible,
adjust
the
height
of
the
head
rej
straints
or
remove
them.
NOTICE
Vehicle
parts
can
be
damaged
when
folding down
the
rear
backrest.
There
is
a
risk
of
damjage
to
property.
Make
sure
that
the
area
of
movement
of
the
rear
backrest
including
head
restraint
is
clear
when
folding
down.
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Folding
down
the
rear
seat
backrest
from
the
rear1.Insert
the
safety
belt
into
the
buckle.2.Pull
the
strap.3.Fold
the
rear
seat
backrest
forward.
Folding
down
the
rear
seat
backrest
from
the
cargo
area
1.Pull
corresponding
strap.2.Fold
the
rear
seat
backrest
forward.
Cargo
position
Concept
The
rear
seat
backrests
can
be
moved
into
an
upright
loading
position
individually.
An
adjustj
ment
in
two
different
stages
is
possible
as needed.
Adjusting1.Pull
the
strap.2.Set
the
loading
position
of
the
rear
seat
backj
rest
as
required.3.Engage
the
rear
seat
backrest.
The
red
mark
on
the
front
strap
disappears.
Folding
back
the
backrest
1.Insert
the
safety
belt
into
the
buckle.2.Pull
the
strap.3.Fold
the
rear
seat
backrest
rearward.
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rear seat
backrest
first
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4.Pull
the
strap
again.5.Return
the
rear
seat
backrest
to
the
upright
seating
position
and
engage
it.
The
red
mark
on
the
front
strap
disappears.
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