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Owner's Manual for

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THE BMW X1.

OWNER'S MANUAL.

The Ultimate Driving

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THE BMW X1.

OWNER'S MANUAL.

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Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 914 595 - VI/12

Summary of Contents for 2012 X1

Page 1: ...Owner s Manual for Vehicle THE BMW X1 OWNER S MANUAL The Ultimate Driving Machine THE BMW X1 OWNER S MANUAL Contents A Z Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 914 595 VI 12 ...

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Page 3: ...tant information on vehicle operation that will help you make full use of the technical features available in your BMW The manual also contains information designed to en hance operating reliability and road safety and to contribute to maintaining the value of your BMW Supplementary information can be found in the additional bro chures in the onboard literature We wish you a safe and enjoyable dri...

Page 4: ...ich Germany Reprinting including excerpts only with the written consent of BMW AG Munich US English VI 12 07 12 500 Printed on environmentally friendly paper bleached without chlorine suitable for recycling Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 914 595 VI 12 ...

Page 5: ...mpartments Driving tips 126 Things to remember when driving 130 Loading 133 Saving fuel Navigation 138 Navigation system 140 Destination entry 149 Destination guidance 157 What to do if Entertainment 160 Tone 162 Radio 170 CD multimedia Communication 192 Telephone 204 Office 213 Contacts 215 ConnectedDrive Mobility 224 Refueling 226 Fuel 228 Wheels and tires 238 Engine compartment 243 Maintenance ...

Page 6: ...t offered in the model ser ies Therefore this Owner s Manual also de scribes and depicts equipment that may not be contained in your vehicle because of the se lected special equipment or country version for example This also applies to safety related functions and systems For options and equipment not described in this Owner s Manual please refer to the Supple mentary Owner s Manuals On right hand...

Page 7: ...tomotive repair establishment or individual using any certified automotive part California Proposition 65 Warning California laws require us to state the following warning Engine exhaust and a wide variety of automobile components and parts including components found in the interior furnishings in a vehicle con tain or emit chemicals known to the State of Cal ifornia to cause cancer and birth defe...

Page 8: ... to detect and eliminate faults and to opti mize vehicle functions Travel profiles of routes driven with the vehicle cannot be created from these data If services are used for instance in theeventofrepairs serviceprocesses warranty cases quality assurance etc this technical in formation can be read out from the event and fault data memories by service personnel in cluding the manufacturer using sp...

Page 9: ...r gov or write to Administrator NHTSA 400 Seventh Street SW Washington DC 20590 You can also obtain other information about mo tor vehicle safety from http www safercar gov For Canadian customers Canadian customers who wish to report a safety related defect to Transport Canada De fect Investigations and Recalls may telephone the toll free hotline 1 800 333 0510 You can also obtain other informatio...

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Page 11: ...iews of buttons switches and displays are intended to familiarize you with your vehicle You will also become quickly acquainted with the available control concepts and options Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 914 595 VI 12 ...

Page 12: ...e country version This also applies to safety related functions and sys tems All around the steering wheel 1 Safety switch for rear power win dows 41 2 Power windows 40 3 Exterior mirror operation 48 4 Lamps Parking lamps 80 Low beams 80 Automatic headlamp con trol 81 Adaptive light control 81 High beam Assistant 82 Front fog lamps 83 5 Steering column stalk left Turn signal 59 High beams head lam...

Page 13: ... Stopping a traffic announcement Select a music track Scroll through the redial list Next entertainment source Recirculated air mode 107 10 Start stop the engine and switch the ignition on off 54 11 Steering column stalk right Windshield wipers 59 Rain sensor 60 Rear window wiper 61 12 Ignition lock 54 13 Steering wheel heating 49 14 Horn the entire surface 15 Adjust the steering wheel 49 16 Cruis...

Page 14: ...ise control 98 6 Display for Automatic transmission position 62 Hill Descent Control 96 Computer 70 Date of next scheduled service and re maining distance to be driven 75 Odometer and trip odometer 68 Checking engine oil level 239 Settings and information 71 Check Control message present 77 7 Fuel gauge 69 8 Resetting the trip odometer 68 At a glance Cockpit 14 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 9...

Page 15: ...mation will be shown as soon as the corresponding lamp comes on Indicator lamps without text messages The following indicator lamps notify you that certain functions are active Symbol Function or system Turn signals refer to page 59 High beams headlamp flasher refer to page 82 Symbol Function or system Front fog lamps refer to page 83 Lamp flashes DSC or DTC is regulating the propul sive forces in...

Page 16: ...DVD drive 162 Programmable memory buttons 23 8 PDC Park Distance Control 100 Backup camera 102 HDC Hill Descent Control 96 Deactivate the Automatic Engine Start Stop Function 56 DSC Dynamic Stability Con trol 94 DTC Dynamic Traction Con trol 95 ECO PRO 134 9 Selector lever with automatic transmis sion 62 10 Controller with buttons 18 At a glance Cockpit 16 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 914 59...

Page 17: ...iner 1 Emergency Request 253 2 Panoramic glass sunroof 41 3 Indicator lamp for the front pas senger airbags 87 4 Reading lamps 84 5 Interior lamps 84 Cockpit At a glance 17 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 914 595 VI 12 ...

Page 18: ...necessary hazard to your vehicle s occu pants and to other road users never attempt to use the controls or enter information unless traf fic and road conditions allow this Controls at a glance Controls 1 Control Display 2 Controller with buttons The buttons can be used to open the menus directly The controller can be used to select menu items and create the settings Control Display Notes To clean ...

Page 19: ...EDIA Opens the CD Multimedia menu Press the button Function NAV Opens the Navigation menu TEL Opens the Telephone menu BACK Displays the previous panel OPTION Opens the Options menu Operating concept Opening the main menu Press the button The main menu is displayed All iDrive functions can be called up via the main menu iDrive At a glance 19 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 914 595 VI 12 ...

Page 20: ...ve the controller to the right A new panel is opened on top of the previous display White arrows pointing to the left or right indicate that additional panels can be opened View of an opened menu When a menu is opened it generally opens with the panel that was last selected in that menu To display the first panel of a menu Move the controller to the left repeatedly until the first panel is display...

Page 21: ...or deactivated Selecting the menu item activates or deactivates the function The function is activated The function is deactivated Example setting the clock Setting the clock 1 Press the button The main menu is displayed 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 Turnthecontrolleruntil Tim...

Page 22: ...mbol flashes searching for net work Wireless network is not available Bluetooth is switched on Symbol Meaning Roaming is active Text message e mail was received Check the SIM card SIM card is blocked SIM card is missing Enter the PIN Entertainment symbols Symbol Meaning CD DVD player Music collection Gracenote database AUX IN port USB audio interface Music interface for smartphones Additional symb...

Page 23: ...button for more than two seconds Running a function Press the button The function will run immediately This means for example that the number is dialed when a phone number is selected Displaying the button assignment Use a finger to touch the buttons Do not wear gloves or use objects The key assignment is displayed at the top edge of the screen To display short information touch the but ton To dis...

Page 24: ...to lower case letters Move the controller forward switch from lower to upper case letters Entry comparison Entry of names and addresses the selection is narroweddowneverytimealetterisenteredand letters may be added automatically The entries are continuously compared to the data stored in the vehicle Only those letters are offered during the en try for which data is available Destination search tow...

Page 25: ...e voice activation system so that the spoken commands can be identified Set the language refer to page 74 Using voice activation Activating the voice activation system 1 Press the button on the steering wheel 2 Wait for the signal 3 Say the command The command appears on the Control Dis play The symbol on the Control Display indicates that the voice activation system is active If no other commands...

Page 26: ... back 4 C D track e g CD track 4 Setting the voice dialog You can set whether the system should use the standard dialog or a shorter version In the shorter variant of the voice dialog the an nouncements from the system are issued in an abbreviated form On the Control Display 1 Settings 2 Language Units 3 Speech mode 4 Select the setting Adjusting the volume Turnthevolumeknobwhilegivinganinstructio...

Page 27: ... voice activation system Keep the doors windows and glass sunroof closed to prevent noise interference Avoid making other noise in the vehicle while speaking Voice activation system At a glance 27 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 914 595 VI 12 ...

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Page 29: ...vide you with information that will give you complete control of your vehicle All features and accessories that are useful for driving and your safety comfort and convenience are described here Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 914 595 VI 12 ...

Page 30: ...us In vehicles equipped with Comfort Access the remote control contains a replaceable battery refer to page 38 The settings called up and implemented when the vehicle is unlocked depend on which remote control is used to unlock the vehicle refer to Personal Profile In addition information about service require ments is stored in the remote control Service data in the remote control refer to page 2...

Page 31: ... of measure for fuel consumption distance covered remaining distances and temperature refer to page 72 Show visual warning for the Park Distance Control PDC refer to page 101 Backup camera Function selection refer to page 102 Type of display refer to page 104 Light settings Triple turn signal activation refer to page 59 Welcome lamps refer to page 80 Headlamp courtesy delay feature refer to page 8...

Page 32: ...de Always take the remote control with you when leaving the vehicle so that the vehicle can then be opened from the outside Unlocking Press the button The vehicle is unlocked The welcome lamps interior lamps and cour tesy lamps are switched on You can set how the vehicle is to be unlocked The setting is stored for the remote control cur rently in use 1 Settings 2 Door locks 3 Unlock button 4 Selec...

Page 33: ...being unlocked these po sitions are automatically retrieved if the setting is activated Pinch hazard when moving back the seat If this function is used first make sure that the footwell behind the driver s seat is empty Failure to do so could cause injury to persons or damage to objects behind the seat as a result of a rearward movement of the seat The adjustment procedure is interrupted When a se...

Page 34: ...Insomemarket specificversions thealarmsys tem refer to page 38 is triggered if the vehicle is unlocked via the door lock To stop the alarm unlock the vehicle with the remote control or insert the remote control into the ignition lock all the way In some vehicle equipment versions only the driver s door can be locked via the door lock Locking the doors the fuel filler flap and the tailgate all at o...

Page 35: ...the second time Locking Press the button The doors are locked Press the lock button of a door To prevent you from being locked out the opened driv er s door cannot be locked using the lock button Take the remote control with you People 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 vehi...

Page 36: ...tailgate can be used to conveniently pull down the tail gate Before closing the tailgate ensure that the cargo floor panel is not raised refer to page 118 Keep the closing area clear Make sure that the closing area of the tail gate is clear otherwise injuries or damage may result Comfort Access The concept The vehicle can be accessed without activating the remote control All you need to do is to h...

Page 37: ...area arrow 2 with your finger and hold In addition the windows and the panoramic glass sunroof close Monitor the closing process Watch during the closing process to be sure that no one is injured Removing the hand from the door handle immediately stops the closing process Unlocking the tailgate separately Press the button on the exterior of the tailgate This corresponds to pressing the button If a...

Page 38: ...ide the vehicle After switching off the engine the engine can only be started again within approx 10 seconds if no door has been opened The indicator lamp in the instrument cluster comes on and a message ap pears on the Control Display replace the remote control battery Replacing the battery The remote control for Comfort Access con tains a battery that will need to be replaced from time to time 1...

Page 39: ... 2 seconds The system is armed The indicator lamp flashes after locking The doors hood or tailgate is not closed properly but the rest of the vehicle is se cured The indicator lamp flashes continuously af ter approx 10 seconds The interior motion sensor is not active The indicator lamp goes out after unlocking The vehicle has not been tampered with If the indicator lamp flashes after unlocking unt...

Page 40: ...the switch to the resistance point The window closes while the switch is held Pull the switch beyond the resistance point The window closes automatically Pressing the switch stops the motion Convenient operation refer to page 32 via the remote control or the door lock Convenient closing refer to page 37 with Com fort Access After the ignition is switched off When the remote control is removed or t...

Page 41: ...rately using the switch Danger of pinching Monitor the closing process and make sure that the closing path of the glass sunroof is clear otherwise injuries may result Take the remote control with you Take the remote control with you when leaving the vehicle so that children for example cannot operate the roof and injure themselves Tilting the glass sunroof Press the switch briefly The closed roof ...

Page 42: ...hen closing the glass sun roof exceeds a certain value the closing move ment is stopped beginning at approximately the middle of the opening in the roof or from the tilted position during closing The glass sunroof opens again slightly Danger of pinching even with pinch pro tection Despite the pinch protection system check that the roof s closing path is clear otherwise the closing action may not b...

Page 43: ...driving Never attempt to adjust the driver s seat while driving The seat could respond with unexpected move ment and the ensuing loss of vehicle control could lead to an accident Do not incline the backrest too far to the rear Do not incline the backrest on the front passen ger side too far to the rear during driving Oth erwise there is the danger of sliding under the safety belt in an accident Th...

Page 44: ...y refer Head restraints below Lumbar support You can also adjust the contour of the backrest toobtainadditionalsupportinthelumbarregion The upper hips and spinal column receive sup plementary support to help you maintain a re laxed upright sitting position Increase or decrease curvature Press front or rear section of switch Shift curvature up or down Press upper or lower section of switch Backrest...

Page 45: ... anchorage point will be correct for adult seat occupants of every build if the seat is correctly adjusted The two rear safety belt buckles integrated into the rear seat are for passengers sitting on the left and right The belt buckle embossed with the word CENTER is intended exclusively for use by passengers riding in the center position If the middle safety belt is used in the rear the left back...

Page 46: ...enger seat Damage to safety belts In the case of strain caused by accidents or damage Have the safety belts including the safety belt tensioners replaced and have the belt anchors checked Checking and replacing safety belts Have the work performed only by your service center otherwise it cannot be ensured that this safety feature will function properly Head restraints Correctly adjusted head restr...

Page 47: ...t of the backrest width and the lumbar support is not stored in the memory Storing 1 Switch on the radio ready state or the igni tion refer to page 54 2 Adjust the seat and exterior mirrors to the desired positions 3 Press the button The LED in the button lights up 4 Pressthedesiredmemorybutton1or2 The LED goes out If the M button is pressed accidentally Press the button again The LED goes out Cal...

Page 48: ...utton is pressed Saving positions Seat and mirror memory refer to page 47 Adjusting manually If an electrical malfunction occurs for example press the edges of the mirror glass Automatic Curb Monitor When the reverse gear is engaged the mirror glass tilts downward slightly on the front pas senger side This improves your view of the curb and other low lying obstacles when parking for example Activa...

Page 49: ...s see arrow On the back of the mirror For proper operation Keep the photocells clean Do not cover the area between the inside rearview mirror and the windshield Steering wheel General information Do not adjust while driving Do not adjust the steering wheel while driving otherwise an unexpected movement could result in an accident Adjusting 1 Fold the lever down 2 Move the steering wheel to the pre...

Page 50: ...ont passenger seat make sure that the front and side airbags on the front passenger side are deactivated Automatic de activation of front passenger airbags refer to page 86 Deactivating the front passenger airbags If a child restraint fixing system is used in the front passenger seat the front passenger airbags must be deactivated otherwise there is an increased risk of injury to the child when th...

Page 51: ...elt webbing to be pulled in and pull it taut against the child restraint fixing system The safety belt is locked Unlocking the safety belt 1 Open the belt buckle 2 Remove the child restraint fixing system 3 Allow the belt webbing to be pulled in com pletely LATCH child restraint fixing system LATCH LowerAnchorsandTetherforChildren Note Manufacturer s information for LATCH child restraint fixing sy...

Page 52: ... fixing systems otherwise the mounting eyes could be damaged Retaining strap guide Retaining strap Make sure the upper retaining strap does not run over sharp edges and is not twisted as it passes to the top anchor Otherwise the strap will not properly secure the child restraint fixing system in the event of an accident Outer rear seats 1 Direction of travel 2 Head restraint 3 Cargo area floor 4 H...

Page 53: ...restraint into the bottom po sition On center rear seat 1 Route the upper retaining strap over the middle of the head restraint 2 Attach the hook of the retaining strap to the mounting eye 3 Pull the retaining strap taut until it com presses the cushion of the head restraint thus preventing the strap from sliding off Locking the doors and windows Rear doors Push the locking lever on the rear doors...

Page 54: ...forcibly pull the remote control out of the ignition lock as this may cause damage Before removing the remote control push it all the way in to release the locking mechanism The ignition is switched off if it was on Automatic transmission You can only take out the remote control if trans mission position P is engaged interlock Start Stop button Pressing the Start Stop button switches the ig nition...

Page 55: ...succession Avoid repeated futile attempts at starting the car and avoid starting the car frequently in quick succession Otherwise the fuel is not burned or is inadequately burned and there is the danger of overheating and damaging the catalytic converter Do not wait for the engine to warm up while the vehicle remains stationary Start driving right away but at moderate engine speeds Starting the en...

Page 56: ...he following conditions Automatic transmission Theselectorleverisintransmissionposition D The brake pedal remains depressed while the vehicle is at a standstill The driver s safety belt is fastened or the driver s door is closed When the engine is switched off the air volume of the automatic climate control is reduced Indicator lamp in the instrument cluster The indicator lamp lights up when the A...

Page 57: ...stop ped engine still starts automatically in the fol lowing situations The interior has heated up strongly with the cooling function switched on The steering wheel is turned The vehicle begins to roll Automatic transmission the transmission position is changed from D to N R or M S Automatic transmission the transmission position is changed from P to N D R or M S Fogging of the windows when the au...

Page 58: ... concept The handbrake is primarily intended to prevent the vehicle from rolling while parked it brakes the rear wheels Indicator lamp The indicator lamp lights up and an acoustic signal sounds when driving away The handbrake is still set Setting The lever engages automatically Releasing Pull up slightly press the button and lower the lever Notes Using the handbrake while driving If it should beco...

Page 59: ...old it there for as long as you want the turn signal to flash Triple turn signal activation Press the lever to the resistance point The turn signal flashes three times This function can be activated or deactivated 1 Settings 2 Lighting 3 Triple turn signal The setting is stored for the remote control cur rently in use High beams headlamp flasher 1 High beams 2 Headlamp flasher Washer wiper system ...

Page 60: ...s down once To switch off fast wipe press down twice Intermittent wipe or rain sensor If the car is not equipped with a rain sensor the intermittent wipe time is a preset If the car is equipped with a rain sensor the time between wipes is controlled automatically and depends on the intensity of the rainfall The rain sensor is mounted on the windshield directly in front of the interior rearview mir...

Page 61: ...pers are folded back down the washer wiper system refer to page 59 must be reactivated Fold the wipers back down Before switching the ignition on fold the wipers back down to the windshield otherwise thewipersmaybecomedamagedwhentheyare switched on 1 Switch on the ignition 2 Press the wiper levers down The wipers move to their resting position and are ready for operation Rear window wiper 1 Interm...

Page 62: ...lector lever to position P and set the handbrake otherwise the vehicle will begin moving Disengaging the remote control To remove the remote control from the ignition lock first move the selector lever to position P and switch off the engine interlock Remove the remote control from the ignition lock refer to page 54 Selector lever positions P R N D M S Displays in the instrument cluster The select...

Page 63: ... mode M S Activating the Sport program Move the selector lever from position D toward the left DS is displayed in the instrument cluster This position is recommended for a perform ance oriented driving style To deactivate the Sport program or manual mode M S move the selector lever to the right into position D Activating the M S manual mode Move the selector lever from position D toward the left P...

Page 64: ...n on the selector lever is pressed the selector lever lock can be over ridden 1 Switch off the ignition 2 Unclip the sleeve of the selector lever 3 Pull the sleeve up over the selector lever un til the sleeve is inside out 4 Using the screwdriver from the tool kit refer to page 245 press the red lever while mov ing the selector lever to the desired position with the button pressed Automatic transm...

Page 65: ...ressed With the vehicle stationary press on the brake pedal before shifting out of P or N otherwise the shift command will not be executed shift lock Press on the brake pedal until you start driving To prevent the vehicle from creeping after you select a driving position maintain pressure on the brake pedal until you are ready to start Engaging transmission positions D R N Briefly push the selecto...

Page 66: ...nel followed by the current gear Ending the Sport program manual mode Push the selector lever to the right D is displayed in the instrument cluster Shifting gears using the shift paddles on the steering wheel The shifting paddles make it possible to quickly change gears since both hands can remain on the steering wheel If the shift paddles on the steering wheel are used to shift gears while in aut...

Page 67: ...Displays in the instrument cluster The transmission position is displayed and the engaged gear such as M4 is displayed in manual mode Driving Controls 67 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 914 595 VI 12 ...

Page 68: ...asure miles or km for the odometer and or for the external temperature refer to page 72 The setting is stored for the remote control cur rently in use Time external temperature display Set the time refer to page 72 External temperature warning If the display drops to 37 3 a signal sounds and a warning lamp lights up There is the increased danger of ice Ice on roads Even at temperatures above 37 3 ...

Page 69: ...engine the pointer is at the low tem perature end Drive at moderate engine and vehicle speeds Normal operating temperature the pointer is in the middle or in the right half of the tem perature display Hot engine the pointer is at the high tem perature end Switch off the engine imme diately and allow it to cool down If the engine oil temperature is too high a mes sage appears on the Control Display...

Page 70: ...s the estimated cruising range available with the remaining fuel It is calculated based on your driving style over the last 18 miles 30 km Average speed Periods in which the vehicle was parked and the engine was switched off manually are not in cluded in the average speed calculations With the trip computer refer to page 70 you can have the average speed displayed for an ad ditional distance To re...

Page 71: ...e fuel consumption 1 Select the respective menu item and press the controller 2 Press the controller again to confirm your selection Resetting the trip computer Resetting all values 1 Vehicle Info 2 Trip computer 3 Reset Settings and information Operating concept Certain settings and information can only be called up when the ignition is switched on A number of settings cannot be made while driv i...

Page 72: ...uired complete the current setting first Units of measure The units for fuel consumption route distance temperature and pressure can be changed 1 Settings 2 Language Units 3 Select the desired menu item 4 Select the desired unit The settings are stored for the remote control currently in use Clock Setting the time In the instrument cluster To set the 12h 24h format refer to Setting the time format...

Page 73: ...en press the controller 5 Turn the controller until the desired minutes are displayed and then press the controller The time is stored Setting the time format 1 Settings 2 Time Date 3 Format 4 Select the desired format The time format is stored The settings are stored for the remote control currently in use Date The settings are stored for the remote control currently in use Personal Profile refer...

Page 74: ...nd then press the controller 5 Make the necessary settings for the month and year The date is stored Setting the date format 1 Settings 2 Time Date 3 Format 4 Select the desired format The date format is stored Settings on the Control Display Language Setting the language 1 Settings 2 Language Units 3 Language 4 Select the desired language The setting is stored for the remote control cur rently in...

Page 75: ...iefly immediately after you start the engine or switch on the ignition The current service requirements can be read out from the remote control by the service spe cialist For certain maintenance operations you can view the distance remaining or the due date for that operation in the instrument cluster 1 Switch on the ignition refer to page 54 2 Lightly press button 1 in the turn indicator lever up...

Page 76: ...menu Move the controller to the left Symbols Symbols Description No service is currently required The deadline for service or a le gally mandated inspection is approaching The service deadline has al ready passed Entering dates Enter the dates for the required inspections Make sure the date on the Control Display is set correctly refer to page 73 1 Vehicle Info 2 Vehicle status 3 Service required ...

Page 77: ...lors Several of the lamps are checked for proper functioning and light up temporarily when the engine is started or the ignition is switched on The symbol indicates that Check Control messageshavebeenstored TheCheckControl messages can be displayed later Text messages Text messages at the upper edge of the Control Display in combination with a symbol in the in strument cluster explain a Check Cont...

Page 78: ...HECK CON TROL 2 Press button 2 If there is no Check Control message this is indicated by CHECK OK If a Check Con trol message has been stored the corre sponding lamp comes on It is accompanied by a text message on the Control Display 3 Press button 1 to check for other messages 4 Press button 2 The display again shows the external tem perature and the time Displaying stored Check Control messages ...

Page 79: ...displayed 5 Press the controller The speed limit is stored Applying your current speed as the limit 1 Settings 2 Speed 3 Select current speed The system adopts your current speed as the limit Activating deactivating the limit 1 Settings 2 Speed 3 Warning Displays Controls 79 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 914 595 VI 12 ...

Page 80: ...le the ignition is switched off the exterior lighting is switched off automatically in the following switch settings 0 Parking lamps Switch position the vehicle lamps light up on all sides e g for parking Do not use the parking lamps for extended pe riods otherwise the battery may become dis charged and it would then be impossible to start the engine When parking it is preferable to switch on the ...

Page 81: ...esponse to ambient lighting conditions For example the sensors are unable to detect fog or hazy weather To avoid safety risks you should always switch on the lamps manually un der these conditions Daytime running lights The daytime running lights light up in posi tion 0 and After the ignition is switched off the parking lamps light up in posi tion Activating deactivating 1 Settings 2 Lighting 3 Da...

Page 82: ... the battery might not have enough power to start the engine Switching off Briefly press the lever in the opposite direction to the pressure point arrow 3 High beam Assistant The concept When the lights are switched on this system automatically switches the high beams on and off The procedure is controlled by a sensor on the front of the interior rearview mirror The as sistant ensures that the hig...

Page 83: ...tight curves on hilltops or in depressions in cross traffic or half obscured oncoming traffic on freeways In poorly lit towns and cities and in the pres ence of highly reflective signs At low speeds When the windshield in front of the interior rearview mirror is fogged over dirty or cov ered with stickers etc If the sensor view field is dirty The view field of the sensor is located on the front of...

Page 84: ...ar are switched off about 8 minutes after the ignition is switched off Start Stop button refer to page 54 Switching the interior lamps on and off Press the button To switch off permanently press the button for approx 3 seconds To clear this setting briefly press the button Reading lamps Press the button Reading lamps are located at the front and rear next to the interior lamps Danger of burns Dono...

Page 85: ...sys tems Airbags 1 Front airbags 2 Head airbags 3 Side airbags 4 Knee airbag Front airbags Front airbags help protect the driver and front passenger by responding to frontal impacts in which safety belts alone cannot provide ade quate restraint Side airbags In a lateral impact the side airbag supports the side of the body in the chest and lap area Head airbags In a lateral impact the head airbag s...

Page 86: ... the air bag cover panels cover them or modify them in any way Never modify either the individual compo nentsorthewiringintheairbagsystem This also applies to steering wheel covers the dashboard the seats the roof pillars and the sides of the headliner Even when all instructions are followed closely injury from contact with the airbags cannot be ruled out in certain situations The ignition and inf...

Page 87: ...recom mended by BMW Do not place any objects on the front pas senger seat Do not place objects under the seat that could press against the seat from below Indicator lamp for the front passenger airbags The indicator lamp for the front passenger air bags indicates the operating state of the front passenger airbags The lamp indicates whether the airbags are ac tivated or deactivated The indicator la...

Page 88: ...st have been initialized when the tire inflation pressure was correct otherwise reliable signaling of a flat tire is not ensured In itialize the system after each correction of the tire inflation pressure and after every tire or wheel change System limits Sudden tire damage Sudden serious tire damage caused by external influences cannot be indicated in ad vance A natural even pressure loss in all ...

Page 89: ...pportunity check the inflation pressure in all four tires If the tire inflation pressure in all four tires is correct the Flat Tire Monitor may not have been initialized In this case initialize the system Possible driving distance with complete loss of tire inflation pressure The possible driving distance after a loss of tire inflation pressure depends on the cargo load and the driving style and c...

Page 90: ...ite correct tire inflation pres sures The system is inactive and cannot indicate a flat tire For a mounted wheel without TPM electron ics When the TPM is disturbed by other sys tems or devices with the same radio fre quency Status display 1 Vehicle Info 2 Vehicle status 3 TPM The status is displayed Status indicator on the Control Display The tire and system status is indicated by the color of the...

Page 91: ...ntinue driving without run flat tires Do not continue driving if the vehicle is not equipped with run flat tires continued driving may result in serious accidents When a low inflation pressure is indicated DSC Dynamic Stability Control is switched on if nec essary Actions in the event of a flat tire Run flat tires Maximum speed You can continue driving with a damaged tire at speeds up to 50 mph 80...

Page 92: ...d by your service center TPM could not be fully reset Reset the sys tem again The small warning lamp flashes in yel low and then lights up continuously the larger warning lamp comes on in yellow On the Control Display the tires are shown in gray and a message appears No flat tire can be detected Display in the following situations Disturbance by systems or devices with the same radio frequency aft...

Page 93: ...pon subsequent vehicle startups as long as the malfunction exists When the malfunction indi cator is illuminated the system may not be able to detect or signal low tire pressure as intended TPMS malfunctions may occur for a variety of reasons including the installation of replace ment or alternate tires or wheels on the vehicle that prevent the TPMS from functioning prop erly Always check the TPMS...

Page 94: ...m utilizes all of the benefits provided by ABS Do not reduce the pressure on the brake pedal for the duration of the full braking Dynamic Stability Control DSC The concept DSC prevents traction loss in the driving wheels when driving away and accelerating DSC also recognizes unstable vehicle condi tions such as fishtailing or nose diving Subject to physical limits DSC helps to keep the vehicle on ...

Page 95: ...nwhich forward momentum is optimized The system ensures maximum forward momen tum on special road conditions e g unplowed snowy roads but driving stability is limited It is therefore necessary to drive with appropri ate caution You may find it useful to briefly activate DTC un der the following special circumstances When driving in sand on snowy inclines in slush or on unplowed snow covered road s...

Page 96: ...e front and rear axle depending on the driving sit uation and prevailing road conditions Hill Descent Control HDC The concept HDC is a downhill driving assistant that auto matically controls vehicle speed on steep down hill gradients Without requiring brake applica tion the vehicle moves at slightly more than twice walking speed You can activate the Hill Descent Control at speeds below approx 22 m...

Page 97: ...e and drive away with out delay Depending on the vehicle load the vehicle may roll back slightly Driving off without delay After releasing the foot brake start driving without delay since the drive off assistant will not hold the vehicle in place for more than ap prox 2 seconds and the vehicle will begin rolling back Servotronic The concept The Servotronic varies the steering force re quired to tu...

Page 98: ...he vehicle and cause an accident One lever for all functions 1 Storing and maintaining speed or accelerat ing 2 Storing and maintaining speed or deceler ating 3 Deactivating cruise control 4 Resuming a speed stored beforehand Maintaining current speed Push arrow 1 or pull arrow 2 the lever to the resistance point The car s current speed is stored and main tained It is displayed on the speedometer ...

Page 99: ...r transmission position D is disengaged When DTC is activated or DSC is deacti vated When DSC or ABS is intervening Cruise control is not deactivated by depressing the accelerator pedal Once the accelerator pedal is released the stored speed is achieved again and maintained Warning lamp The warning lamp comes on when cruise control has been deactivated as a result of DSC intervention for exam ple ...

Page 100: ...the system may other wise be too late in issuing a warning Limits of ultrasonic measurement The detection of objects can reach the physical limits of ultrasonic measurement for instance With tow bars and trailer hitches With thin or wedge shaped objects With low objects With objects with corners and sharp edges Low objects already displayed e g curbs can move into the blind area of the sensors bef...

Page 101: ... tone is switched off When the vehicle moves away from an ob ject by more than approx 4 in 10 cm When transmission position P is engaged Volume You can set the volume of the PDC signal tone refer to page 161 The setting is stored for the remote control cur rently in use Visual warning The approach to an object can be shown on the Control Display Objects that are farther away are displayed on the C...

Page 102: ...cident could result from road users or objects located outside the picture area of the backup camera Detection of objects High protruding objects such as ledges may not be detected by the backup camera Switching on automatically With the engine running or the ignition switched on shift the selector lever into position R The image of the rear view camera is displayed when the system has been switch...

Page 103: ...road surface When the steering wheel is turned only one turning line is displayed Show the parking aid lines via the iDrive refer to page 104 Parking using pathway and turning lines 1 Position the vehicle so that the turning lines lead into the margins of the parking space 2 Turn the steering wheel to the point where the pathway line covers the corresponding turning circle line Obstacle marking Th...

Page 104: ...f the rear view camera is displayed The setting is stored for the remote control cur rently in use Brightness With the rear view camera switched on 1 Select the symbol 2 Turn the controller until the desired setting is reached and press the controller Contrast With the rear view camera switched on 1 Select the symbol 2 Turn the controller until the desired setting is reached and press the controll...

Page 105: ... and sys tems Automatic climate control 1 Manual air distribution 2 Maximum cooling 3 Temperature left 4 AUTO program 5 Manual air flow rate AUTO intensity 6 Display 7 Automatic recirculated air control recircu lated air mode 8 ALL program 9 Temperature right 10 Defrosting windows and removing conden sation 11 Switching cooling function on off manually 12 Rear window defroster 13 Seat heating righ...

Page 106: ...mum cooling Press the button The system is set to the lowest tem perature maximum air volume and recirculated air mode Air flows out of the vents for the upper body re gion Open them for this purpose Air is cooled as quickly as possible At an external temperature of approx 32 0 When the engine is running AUTO program Press the button Air volume air distribution and tem perature are controlled auto...

Page 107: ...rates steadily Via the button on the steering wheel A button on the steering wheel can be used to quickly switch between recirculated air mode and the previous setting ALL program Press the button The current temperature setting for the driver ssideistransferredtothefrontpassenger side If the temperature setting is changed on the driver s side the temperature on the front pas senger side changes a...

Page 108: ...filter activated charcoal filter The microfilter traps dust and pollen in the in coming air The activated charcoal filter removes gaseous pollutants from the outside air that enters the vehicle Your service center replaces this combined filter during routine maintenance Parked car ventilation The concept The parked car ventilation blows air into the passenger compartment to lower interior tem pera...

Page 109: ...ymbol on the automatic climate control lights up when the switch on time is activated The symbol on the automatic climate control flashes when the system has been switched on The system will only be switched on within the next 24 hours After that it needs to reactivated Climate Controls 109 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 914 595 VI 12 ...

Page 110: ...ntrolled device otherwise there is a risk of injury or damage Also follow the safety instructions of the hand held transmitter Before selling the vehicle delete the stored functions for security reasons Compatibility If this symbol is printed on the packaging or in the operating instructions of the system being operated the system is generally compatible with the Universal Garage Door Opener If yo...

Page 111: ...ust be additionally synchronized Please obtain additional information on syn chronization in the operating instructions of the system being set up The systems will be easier to synchronize with the aid of a second person Synchronization 1 Park the vehicle within range of the remote controlled system 2 Program the corresponding button on the interior rearview mirror as described 3 Identify and pres...

Page 112: ...sly for approx 20 seconds until the LED flashes rapidly All stored functions are deleted The functions can not be deleted individually Digital compass 1 Adjustment button 2 Display The display shows you the main or secondary compass direction in which you are driving Operating concept Various functions can be called up by pressing the adjustment button with a pointed object such as a pen The follo...

Page 113: ...e 1 Make sure that there are no large metal ob jects or overhead power lines in the vicinity of the vehicle and that there is enough space to drive in a circle 2 Set the currently valid compass zone 3 Press the adjustment button for 6 7 sec onds to call up C Then drive at least one full circle at a maximum speed of 4 mph 7 km h When the system is calibrated the C is re placed by the compass direct...

Page 114: ...nect the charger to the socket Do not connect the battery charger to the socket installed in the vehicle at the factory as this could damage the battery Sockets The lighter socket can be used as a socket for electrical equipment while the engine is running or when the ignition is switched on The total load of all sockets must not exceed 140 watts at 12 volt Avoid damaging the sockets by attempting...

Page 115: ...can be enlarged by folding down the rear seat backrests The rear seat backrest is divided at a ratio of 40 20 40 The backrests can be adjusted to 10 different positions between the comfort and transport positions and they can be folded down In the comfort position the backrests are tilted back to the greatest possible angle and in the transport position they are nearly vertical Before mounting a c...

Page 116: ...ght backrest or the loop of the center backrest forward Locking the backrest Before letting passengers ride in the rear engage the seat backrests locking them in place Otherwise there is the danger of an ac cident due to unexpected seat movement Partition net Firmly attach the partition net Make sure that the partition net is firmly attached otherwise injuries may result The partition net can be a...

Page 117: ... of the re taining straps into the eyelets on the rear seat backrest arrow on both sides 5 Lash the partition net tightly To do this tighten the retaining straps using the ten sioning buckles Installation behind the front seats 1 Fold down the rear seat backrests refer to Enlarging the cargo area 2 Fold open the cover caps of the front brack ets in the headliner to the point where they engage 3 In...

Page 118: ...pright Do not apply pressure to the cargo floor panel when it is upright do not press up or down on it and do not adjust the rear seat backrests oth erwise damage may result Before closing the tailgate fold down the cargo floor panel To do this pull the cargo floor panel toward the rear raising it up and out of the gap The cargo floor panel can be removed if neces sary Lashing eyes To secure piece...

Page 119: ...he ski and snowboard bag is contained in a protective jacket in the cargo area Follow the installation and operation instruc tions included in the protective jacket Interior equipment Controls 119 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 914 595 VI 12 ...

Page 120: ...be damaged by the substances in the materials Glove compartment Opening Pull the handle The light in the glove compartment switches on Close the glove compartment again im mediately Close the glove compartment immediately after use while driving otherwise injury may occur during accidents Closing Fold up the cover USB interface for data transfer Port for importing and exporting data such as music ...

Page 121: ...Storage compartments Storage compartments Interior Glove compartment refer to page 120 Compartments in the center console Compartments in the doors Bottle holders in the doors cupholders re fer to page 122 Cargo area Lashing eyes refer to page 131 Storage compartment under the cargo floor panel refer to page 118 Left and right storage compartments Multi function hook refer to page 118 Storage comp...

Page 122: ...raking and evasive maneu vers Cupholders Notes Shatter proof containers and no hot drinks Use light and shatter proof containers and do not transport hot drinks Otherwise there is the increased danger of injury in an accident Unsuitable containers Do not forcefully push unsuitable contain ers into the cupholders This may result in dam age Front In the front door compartments as a bottle holder for...

Page 123: ...ll the center armrest forward at the strap To open press the button To close push both covers back in one after the other Storage compartments Controls 123 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 914 595 VI 12 ...

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Page 125: ...Driving tips This section provides you with information useful in dealing with specific driving and operating conditions Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 914 595 VI 12 ...

Page 126: ... not achieve their full trac tion potential until after an initial breaking in pe riod Drive conservatively for the first 200 miles 300 km Brake system Brakes require an initial break in period of ap prox 300 miles 500 km to achieve optimized contact and wear patterns between brake pads and rotors Drive cautiously during this break in period Following part replacement The same breaking in procedur...

Page 127: ...ncreases as the tire tread depth decreases Minimum tread depth refer to page 234 Driving through water Drive though calm water only if it is not deeper than 12 inches 30 cm and at this height no faster than walking speed up to 6 mph 10 km h Adhere to water depth and speed limita tions Do not exceed this water depth and walking speed otherwise the vehicle s engine the elec trical systems and the tr...

Page 128: ...brake pads are furthered by Low mileage Extended periods when the vehicle is not used at all Infrequent use of the brakes Corrosion occurs when the minimum pressure that must be exerted by the pads during brake applications to clean the discs is not reached Should corrosion form on the brake discs the brakes will tend to respond with a pulsating ef fect that generally cannot be corrected Condensat...

Page 129: ...the brakes Depending on the prevailing terrain activate Dynamic Traction Control DTC refer to page 95 briefly When the wheels spin accelerate to enable the driving stability control systems to dis tribute the drive force to the individual wheels After driving on poor roads Adhere to the following points to ensure vehicle safety Remove excessive accumulations of dirt and mud from the vehicle body C...

Page 130: ... YYY lbs Otherwise damage to the ve hicleandunstabledrivingsituationsmay result 2 Determine the combined weight of the driver and passengers that will be riding in your vehicle 3 Subtract the combined weight of the driver and passengers from XXX kilograms or YYY pounds 4 The resulting figure equals the available amount of cargo and luggage load capacity For example if the YYY amount equals 1 000 l...

Page 131: ...rgo net or draw straps Larger and heavy objects secure with cargo straps Cargo straps can be attached to two lashing eyes on the cargo area side panel arrows 1 and two lashing eyes on the cargo area rear panel arrows 2 Securing cargo Stow and secure the cargo as described above otherwise it may present a danger to the occupants for instance during braking and avoidance maneuvers Do not stow any he...

Page 132: ...ved roof axle loads and the approved gross vehicle weight Distribute the roof load uniformly The roof load should not be too large in area Always load the heaviest pieces on the bot tom Fasten the roof mounted luggage securely for instance using lashing straps Do not let objects project into the opening path of the tailgate Drive smoothly Avoid sudden acceleration and braking maneuvers Take corner...

Page 133: ...pair the aero dynamics and increase the fuel consumption Closing the windows and panoramic glass sunroof Driving with the panoramic glass sunroof and windowsopenresultsinincreasedairresistance and raises fuel consumption Check the tire inflation pressure regularly Check and if necessary correct the tire inflation pressure refer to page 228 at least twice a month and before starting on a long trip ...

Page 134: ...sumption depends on other factors as well such as driving style road con ditions maintenance and environmental fac tors Switch off any functions that are not currently needed Functions such as seat heating and the rear win dow defroster require a lot of energy and con sume additional fuel especially in city and stop and go traffic Therefore switch off these functions if they are not actually neede...

Page 135: ...iently Accelerate less quickly Brake in advance Reduce speed to the ECO PRO speed of 80 mph 130 km h Automatic transmission shift from S to D or avoid shifting manually ECO PRO tip Situation related tips that indicate measures to achieve optimum fuel economy can be dis played A reminder is displayed when the ECO PRO speed of 80 mph 130 km h is exceeded Displaying the ECO PRO tip 1 Vehicle Info 2 E...

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Page 138: ...ion The navigation system can also be called up directly using the button on the con troller Navigation data Information on navigation data 1 Navigation 2 Open Options 3 Navigation system version Information is displayed on the data version Updating the navigation data General information Navigation data are stored in the vehicle and can be updated Current navigation data and the authorization cod...

Page 139: ...Removing navigation DVD 1 Press button 1 The DVD emerges slightly from the drive 2 Remove the DVD Navigation system Navigation 139 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 914 595 VI 12 ...

Page 140: ...grammable memory buttons refer to page 23 Entries in stationary vehicle Enter data only when the vehicle is sta tionary and always give priority to the applicable traffic regulations in the event of any contradic tion between traffic and road conditions and the instructions issued by the navigation system Failure to take to this precaution can place you in violation of the law and put vehicle occu...

Page 141: ...ets with the same name 1 Change to the list of street names 2 Highlight the street 3 Select the street Alternative enter the street address and house number 1 Select Street or the displayed street 2 Enter the street as you would the town city 3 House number 4 Select the numbers 5 Change to the list of house numbers 6 Select a house number or range of house numbers Street does not exist in the dest...

Page 142: ...stinations refer to page 214 3 Select a contact in the list or if desired with A Z search 4 Business address or Home address Storing the destination in the address book After entering the destination store the desti nation in the address book 1 Navigation 2 Map 3 Guidance 4 Open Options 5 Store as new contact or Add to existing contact 6 Select an existing contact if available 7 Business address o...

Page 143: ...led up and used as a destination for destination guidance Calling up the last destination 1 Navigation 2 Last destinations Starting destination guidance 1 Navigation 2 Last destinations 3 Select the destination 4 Start guidance Editing the destination 1 Navigation 2 Last destinations 3 Highlight the destination 4 Open Options 5 Edit destination Deleting the last destinations 1 Navigation 2 Last de...

Page 144: ...earch term is not entered the search is repeated with the previous search term Category search 1 Category search 2 Town City 3 Select or enter the town city 4 Category 5 Select the category 6 Category details For some special destinations multiple cat egory details can be selected Move the controller to the left to leave the category details 7 Start search A list of the special destinations is dis...

Page 145: ... controller in the required direction and turn it Specifying the street If the system does not recognize the street one of the following pieces of information is dis played A street name in the vicinity The county The coordinates of the destination Additional functions Additional functions are available on the inter active map after the controller is pressed Select the symbol Start guidance or Add...

Page 146: ... as prompted by the system If necessary individually name the separate components of the address e g the town city Entering a town city separately The town city can be said as a complete word With the destination entry menu displayed 1 Press the button on the steering wheel 2 City or Spell city 3 Wait for the system to prompt you for the town city 4 Say the name of the town city or name at least t...

Page 147: ...st and is highlighted 5 Turn the controller until the intermediate destination is located at the desired location in the list 6 Press the controller Starting the trip 1 After all intermediate destinations are en tered highlight the first destination If the second destination for example is highlighted when destination guidance is started the first destination is skipped 2 Start guidance This symbo...

Page 148: ...o sition in the list Delete dest in the trip Go to next dest in the trip Some options are not available for certain trips Deleting a stored trip 1 Navigation 2 Stored trips 3 Highlight the desired trip 4 Open Options 5 Delete all trips or Delete trip Opening the last trip 1 Navigation 2 Stored trips 3 Last trip 4 Start guidance Navigation Destination entry 148 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 91...

Page 149: ...esume guidance Route criteria General information The route calculated can be influenced by selecting certain criteria The route criteria can be changed when the destination is entered and during destina tion guidance Road types are part of the navigation data and are taken into consideration when plan ning a route e g avoid highways Therecommendedroutemaydifferfromthe route you would take based o...

Page 150: ...t change in direction Street name at the next change in direction Lane information On multi lane roads the recommended lanes are marked in the arrow view by a triangle Solid triangle best lane Empty triangle possible lane However an other lane change may be needed shortly Displaying a list of route sections When destination guidance is active a list of the routesectionscanbedisplayed Thedrivingdis...

Page 151: ...s sta tion is added to the route Destination guidance through voice instructions Switching spoken instructions on off The setting is stored for the remote control cur rently in use 1 Navigation 2 Map 3 Voice instructions Repeating a spoken instruction 1 Navigation 2 Map 3 Highlight the symbol 4 Press the controller twice Volume of spoken instructions Turnthevolumeknobwhilegivinganinstruction until...

Page 152: ...or active desti nation guidance status of traffic bulletins time of arrival and distance to destination Function bar The following functions are available in the func tion bar Symbol Function Start end destination guidance Switch spoken instructions on off Change the route criteria Search for a special destination Display traffic bulletins Open the interactive map Set the map view Change the scale...

Page 153: ...affic information service Informa tion on traffic obstructions and hazards is updated continuously Certain BMW models equipped with navi gation have the capability to display real time traffic information If your system has this capability the following additional terms and conditions apply An End User shall no longer have the right to use the Traffic Data in the event that the End User is in mate...

Page 154: ...ce product liability and strict li ability Some states do not allow the exclu sionorlimitationofincidentalorconsequen tial damages so those particular limitations may not apply to you The traffic bulletins are indicated on the map by symbols The traffic bulletins for the surrounding area are stored in a list Thesymbolinthefunctionbarofthemap view turns red if there are traffic bulletins that affec...

Page 155: ...ation guidance they are automati cally accepted for route guidance Semi dynamic destination guidance When traffic bulletin reception is switched on semi dynamic destination guidance is active The destination guidance system takes the available traffic bulletins into account A mes sage is displayed depending on the route the traffic bulletins and the possible detour routes If possible a detour is o...

Page 156: ...t traffic ob structions along the original route Traffic bulletins continue to be displayed on the map Depending on road type and the kind and extent of the traffic obstruction the calcu lated route may lead through the traffic ob struction Dangerous situations are displayed regard less of the setting Activating dynamic destination guidance 1 Navigation 2 Open Options 3 Dynamic guidance Navigation...

Page 157: ...own can be determined Input any street in the se lected city and start destination guidance The destination is not used for route guid ance Thedestinationdataarenotcontainedinthe navigation data Select a destination that is as close as possible to the original Letters for destination input cannot be se lected The stored data do not contain the data of the destination Select a goal that is as close...

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Page 159: ...Entertainment This chapter helps assure your enjoyment when receiving radio stations and playing CDs DVDs and tracks from the music collection Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 914 595 VI 12 ...

Page 160: ...ly in use Treble bass balance and fader Treble treble adjustment Bass depth adjustment Balance left right volume distribution Fader front rear volume distribution Setting treble bass balance and fader 1 CD Multimedia Radio or Settings 2 Tone 3 Select the desired tone settings 4 To adjust turn the controller 5 To store press the controller Equalizer Setting for individual audio frequency ranges Adj...

Page 161: ...elt reminder compared to the en tertainment sound output Microphone volume of the microphone during a phone call Loudspeak volume of the loudspeakers during a phone call The following volumes are only stored for the respective paired telephone Microphone Loudspeak Adjusting the volume 1 CD Multimedia Radio or Settings 2 Tone 3 Volume settings 4 Select the desired volume setting 5 To adjust turn th...

Page 162: ...e station track 5 Programmable memory buttons Sound output Switching on off When the ignition is switched off press ON OFF button on the radio Muting When the ignition is switched on or the engine is running press the ON OFF button on the radio AM FM station Selecting a station 1 Radio 2 FM or AM 3 Select the desired station All saved stations are stored for the remote con trol currently in use Ch...

Page 163: ...ptions 5 Rename to If necessary wait for the desired name to be displayed The selected station name is added to the list of current stations and stored stations RDS RDS broadcasts additional information such as the station name in the FM wave band Switching the RDS on off 1 Radio 2 FM 3 Open Options 4 RDS The setting is stored for the remote control cur rently in use HD Radio reception Many statio...

Page 164: ... in HD1 Station names of the substations end in HD2 HD3 etc 1 Select the desired station 2 Press the controller 3 Select the substation Whenreceptionispoor thesubstationismuted Satellite radio General information The channels are offered in predefined pack ages The packages must be enabled by tele phone Navigation bar overview Symbol Function Change the list view Select the category Direct channel...

Page 165: ...els You can only listen to enabled channels The selected channel is stored for the remote control currently in use Via the iDrive 1 Radio 2 Satellite radio 3 Select All channels or the desired cate gory 4 Select the desired channel Via the button on the radio Press the button The next channel is selected Via direct channel entry 1 Radio 2 Satellite radio 3 Set channel 4 Turn the controller until t...

Page 166: ...nalmust be available The stored audio track can be played with a de lay following the live broadcast When the buffer is full the older tracks are overwritten The buf fer is cleared when a new channel is selected Opening the timeshift function 1 Radio 2 Satellite radio 3 Replay Time shift The red arrow shows the current playback position The time difference to the live broadcast is displayed next t...

Page 167: ...gue or team Leagues or teams can be added to the favorites from a selection list 1 Radio 2 Satellite radio 3 Manage favorites 4 Add sports information 5 Select the league 6 Select Add all teams or the desired team Opening the favorites If an activated favorite is played back the fol lowingmessageappearsforapprox 20seconds Favorite alert Favorites Select the symbol while the message is shown The di...

Page 168: ...ntly being broad cast Select one of the symbols to deactivate Traffic Jump Automatic update About twice a year Sirius performs an update of the channel names and positions The update takes place automatically and may take several minutes Notes Reception may not be available in some sit uations such as under certain environmen tal or topographic conditions The satellite radio has no influence on th...

Page 169: ...rently in use The stations can also be stored on the program mable memory buttons refer to page 23 Deleting a station 1 Radio 2 Presets 3 Select the desired station 4 Open Options 5 Delete entry Radio Entertainment 169 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 914 595 VI 12 ...

Page 170: ...hed off press ON OFF button on the radio Muting When the ignition is switched on or the engine is running press the ON OFF button on the radio CD DVD Playback Loading the CD DVD player Insert the CD DVD with the printed side up Playback begins automatically Reading can take a few minutes with com pressed audio files Starting playback A CD DVD is located in the CD DVD player or a CD is located in t...

Page 171: ...rs of the CD DVD may not be displayed cor rectly 1 Select the directory if necessary To change to a higher level directory move the controller to the left 2 Select the desired track to begin playback Displaying information on the track If information about a track has been stored it is displayed automatically Interpret Album track Number of tracks on the CD DVD File name of track Random playback 1...

Page 172: ...Northwest Asia North Africa 6 China 0 All regions Playback The video image is displayed on the Control Dis play up to a speed of approx 2 mph 3 km h in some countries it is only displayed while the handbrake is set or the automatic transmission is in position P DVD video 1 CD Multimedia 2 CD DVD 3 Select a DVD with video content 4 DVD menu 5 Start the DVD via the DVD menu VCD SVCD 1 CD Multimedia ...

Page 173: ...r some DVDs settings can only be made via the DVD menu refer also to the information on the DVD Selecting the language The languages that are available depend on the DVD 1 Turn the controller during playback 2 Open Options 3 Audio language 4 Select the desired language Selecting the subtitles The subtitles that are available depend on the DVD 1 Turn the controller during playback 2 Open Options 3 ...

Page 174: ...amera angle The availability of a different camera angle de pends on the DVD and the current DVD track 1 Turn the controller during playback 2 Open Options 3 Additional options 4 Viewing angle 5 Select the desired camera angle Opening the main menu back These functions are not contained on every DVD Therefore they may not be available for use CD changer The BMW CD changer for six CDs is located un...

Page 175: ...erwise severe eye damage can result CDs and DVDs Use of CDs DVDs Do not use self recorded CDs DVDs with labels applied as these can be come detached during playback due to heat buildup and can cause irrepar able damage to the device Only use round CDs DVDs with a standard diameter of 4 7 in 12 cm and do not play CDs DVDs with an adapter e g single CDs otherwise the CDs or the adapter may jam and n...

Page 176: ...granted and registered in the USA and worldwide DTS and the logo are registered trademarks DTSDigitalSurroundandtheDTS logos are trademarks of DTS Inc DTS Inc All rights reserved Music collection Storing music General information Music tracks from CDs DVDs and USB devices can be stored in the music collection on a hard disc in the vehicle and played from there Audio CD tracks are converted into a ...

Page 177: ...Interrupting storage 1 CD Multimedia 2 CD DVD 3 Storing 4 Cancel storing The storage process is interrupted and can be continued at any time Continuing the storage process 1 CD Multimedia 2 CD DVD 3 Select the symbol for the CD DVD player 4 Continue storing Storage of the CD DVD continues at the begin ning of the track at which storage was inter rupted Album information During storage information ...

Page 178: ...nformation can be called up via the corresponding album refer to page 179 1 CD Multimedia 2 Music collection 3 Music search 4 Select the desired category 5 Select the desired entry Select A Z search refer to page 23 and input the desired entry Select the desired entry from the list 6 Select other categories if you wish The tracks found are listed in alphabetical order Not all categories need to be...

Page 179: ...ack if necessary Top 50 The 50 most frequently played tracks 1 CD Multimedia 2 Music collection 3 Top 50 4 Select the desired track if necessary Albums All stored albums listed in order of their storage dates Symbol Format Audio CD Compressed audio files 1 CD Multimedia 2 Music collection 3 Select the desired album Depending on the album the tracks or the subdirectories of the album are displayed ...

Page 180: ... and directory A track cannot be deleted while it is being played A directory cannot be deleted while a track from that directory is being played 1 CD Multimedia 2 Music collection 3 Highlight the directory or track 4 Open Options 5 Delete folder or Delete track Free memory capacity Display the free memory capacity in the music collection 1 CD Multimedia 2 Music collection 3 Open Options 4 Free me...

Page 181: ...ons 4 Music data import export 5 Restore music from USB Deleting the music collection 1 CD Multimedia 2 Music collection 3 Open Options 4 Delete music collection External devices At a glance Symbol Meaning AUX IN port USB audio interface Music interface for smartphones Bluetooth audio AUX IN port At a glance For connecting audio devices e g MP3 player The sound is output on the vehicle loudspeaker...

Page 182: ...t on the vehicle loudspeakers Connectors for external devices Connection via USB audio interface Apple iPod iPhone USB devices e g MP3 play ers USB flash drives or mobile phones that are supported by the USB audio interface Connection via snap in adapter refer to page 202 when equipped with the music interface for smartphones Apple iPhone or mobile phones Playback is only possible if no audio devi...

Page 183: ... more than 36 000 tracks are stored information on exist ing tracks may be deleted Copy protection Music tracks with integrated Digital Rights Man agement DRM cannot be played Playback 1 CD Multimedia 2 External devices 3 Select the or symbol The playback starts with the first track The CD cover belonging to the track may appear on the Control Display after several seconds Track search Selection i...

Page 184: ...se Press and hold the button Video playback At a glance Video playback via snap in adapter is possible They can be operated via iDrive The sound is output on the vehicle loudspeakers Playback The video image is displayed on the front Con trol Display up to a speed of approx 2 mph 3 km h in some countries it is only dis played if the handbrake is set or if the automatic transmission is in position ...

Page 185: ...to four external devices can be paired with the vehicle Requirements The device is suitable Information at www bmwusa com bluetooth The device is ready for operation The ignition is switched on Bluetooth is activated on the vehicle refer to page 193 and on the device Bluetooth presettings must be made on the device such as for a connection without confirmation or visibility refer to the device ope...

Page 186: ...mobilephoneconnectedviaBlue tooth Requirements If necessary activate the audio connection of the desired device from the list of paired devi ces 1 CD Multimedia 2 Bluetooth audio 3 If necessary Bluetooth audio 4 Select the desired device from the list of paired devices 5 Open Options 6 Configure phone 7 Activate Audio 8 OK Connecting the device 1 CD Multimedia 2 Bluetooth audio 3 If necessary Blue...

Page 187: ...om list What to do if Information on suitable devices can be found at www bmwusa com bluetooth Suitable mobile phones refer to page 192 The device is not supported by the vehicle Perform a software update refer to page 188 if needed The device could not be paired or connected Do the Bluetooth passkeys on the device and the vehicle match Enter the same passkey on the device and via iDrive Did it ta...

Page 188: ...ease contact the hotline or service center Software Update The vehicle supports various external devices depending on the current software version With a software update the vehicle can support new mobile phones or new external device for ex ample USB Software updates and related current infor mation is available at www bmw com up date Displaying the current version The currently installed softwar...

Page 189: ...he software is being updated or a previ ous version is being restored BMW Assist Of fice functions and the connected devices are temporarily unavailable Wait several minutes for the functions to become available again CD multimedia Entertainment 189 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 914 595 VI 12 ...

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Page 191: ...ication All of the options available to you for mobile communication with family friends business partners and service providers are described in this chapter Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 914 595 VI 12 ...

Page 192: ...ons allow Do not hold the mobile phone in your hand while you are driving use the hands free system instead If you do not ob serve this precaution you can endanger the ve hicle occupants and other road users Snap in adapter The snap in adapter is used to Hold the mobile phone Recharge the battery Connect the mobile phone to an outside an tenna of the vehicle This provides for better network recept...

Page 193: ...and a maximum of 16 digits was defined as the Bluetooth passkey It is only required once for pairing The ignition is switched on Activating deactivating Bluetooth Bluetooth is not permitted everywhere Comply with all safety guidelines and regulations 1 Telephone 2 Open Options 3 Bluetooth Additional functions Activating deactivating the additional functions Activate the functions before pairing to...

Page 194: ... of the list of mobile phones The functions supported by the mobile phone andaudiodevicearedisplayedassymbolswhen paired White symbol the function is active Gray symbol the function is inactive Symbol Function Telephone Additional telephone Audio source Four mobile phones can be paired with the ve hicle at once Three mobile phones can be con nected with the vehicle at once If pairing was unsuccess...

Page 195: ...nes refer to page 192 The mobile phone could not be paired or con nected Is Bluetooth activated in the vehicle and on the mobile phone Activate Bluetooth in the vehicle and on the mobile phone Do the Bluetooth passkeys on the mobile phone and the vehicle match Enter the same passkey on the mobile phone and via iDrive Did it take longer than 30 seconds to enter the passkey Repeat the pairing proced...

Page 196: ...hone Insert the mobile phone into the snap in adapter or place it in the area of the center console Adjust the volume of the microphone and loudspeakers separately If all points in this list have been checked and the required function is still not available contact Customer Relations or the service center Controls Adjusting the volume Turn the knob until the desired volume is se lected The setting...

Page 197: ...ercanalsobeenteredbyvoice Calls with multiple parties General information You can switch between calls or connect two calls to a single conference call These functions must be supported by the mobile phone and service provider Accepting a call while speaking to another party This function might have to be activated by the service provider and the mobile phone must be adjusted accordingly If a seco...

Page 198: ...ephone 2 Active calls 3 Microphone mute A microphone that has been switched to mute is automatically reactivated When a new connection is established When switching between call parties DTMF suffix dialing DTMF suffix dialing can be used for gaining ac cess to network services or for controlling devi ces e g to make a remote inquiry of an answer ing machine The DTMF code is needed for this purpose...

Page 199: ...ted to the vehicle depending on the mobile phone Possibly only those numbers are displayed that were dialed from the vehicle The20phonenumbersdialedlastaredisplayed The sorting order of the phone numbers de pends on the particular mobile phone Dialing the number via the iDrive 1 Telephone 2 Redial 3 Selectthedesiredentryandthephonenum ber if necessary The connection is established Deleting a singl...

Page 200: ...itches to the hands free system Ifthesystemdoesnotswitchoverautomatically follow the instructions on the mobile phone dis play refer also to the mobile phone operating instructions From the hands free system to the mobile phone Calls that are made on the hands free system can in some cases be continued on the mobile phone this depends on the mobile phone Follow the instructions on the mobile phone...

Page 201: ... the number 3 For instance 123 456 790 The system says 123 456 790 Continue 4 Dial The system says Dialing number Calling Dialing a phone number 1 Dial number 2 Say the phone number 3 Dial Correcting the phone number The sequence of digits can be deleted after the system has repeated the digits Correct number The command can be repeated as often as nec essary Deleting a phone number Delete All dig...

Page 202: ...in the vicinity of the interior mirror Environmental conditions Say the commands numbers and letters smoothly and with normal volume empha sis and speed Always say commands in the language of the system The language for the mobile phone voice operation is preset and cannot be changed in the Control Display Keep the doors windows and glass sunroof closed to prevent noise interference Avoid making o...

Page 203: ...cap from the antenna con nector and from the USB connection of the mobile phone 2 With the buttons facing up slide the mobile phone up toward the electrical contacts and press it down until it engages The battery is charged beginning with the radio ready state of the vehicle Removing the mobile phone Press the button and remove the mobile phone Telephone Communication 203 Online Edition for Part n...

Page 204: ...hile driving To avoid becoming distracted and posing an unnecessary hazard to your vehicle s occu pants and to other road users never attempt to use the controls or enter information unless traf fic and road conditions allow this Requirements A suitable mobile phone is paired with the vehicle and connected In some mobile phones data access must be confirmed on the mobile phone The time time zone a...

Page 205: ...ss has been checked as a destination Mobile phone Dialing phone numbers 1 Select the desired contact 2 Select the phone number The connection is established Editing a contact 1 Select the desired contact 2 Edit contact 3 Change the entries 4 Store contact in vehicle When a contact is edited the changes are not stored on the mobile phone A copy of the entry is stored in the vehicle Selecting the co...

Page 206: ... address Only addresses contained in the navigation data in the vehi cle can be entered This ensures that desti nation guidance is possible for all ad dresses If necessary Accept address 9 Store contact in vehicle Contact types Various contact types can be assigned to phone numbers and addresses Symbol Meaning Home phone number Business phone number Mobile phone number Other phone number Home addr...

Page 207: ... is supported Text messages and e mails may not be supported by the service pro vider or the function may need to be enabled separately After the mobile phone is first paired transmission may take several minutes Mes sages are only displayed in full length when the vehicle is stationary Messages from the addi tional telephone are not transmitted Displaying messages 1 Office 2 Messages A symbol ide...

Page 208: ...text message out loud Read the text message out loud refer to page 211 My Info Selecting additional functions Additional functions are available when a mes sage is selected Symbol Function Start guidance or Add as another destination Call If the message contains a number the connection is established Select phone number If the message contains more than one number select the desired num ber from t...

Page 209: ...ssages e mails and notes can be saved or selected refer to page 211 Deactivating the full display When an e mail is opened in the vehicle the e mail is fully transmitted to the vehicle This may result in charges 1 Office 2 Messages 3 Open Options 4 Fully download e mails Only a part of the email from the cell phone is loaded into the vehicle Reading the e mail out loud Read the e mail out loud ref...

Page 210: ...necessary Turn the controller Select the symbol Using contact data Contact data from appointments tasks text messages e mails and notes can be saved or selected refer to page 211 Reading the task out loud Read the task out loud refer to page 211 Notes Displaying notes 1 Office 2 Notes All notes are displayed Displaying the note 1 Select the desired note 2 Scroll in the note if necessary Turn the c...

Page 211: ...s appointment entries tasks and notes can be read out loud 1 Select the desired message appointment task or note 2 Select the symbol The following options are available during read ing Pause Interrupt reading Select again to restart reading Back to beginning Start reading the message again from the beginning Select the symbol Go back one paragraph Select the symbol Skip a paragraph Toendreading tu...

Page 212: ...ot displayed in full length Text were already transmitted from the mo bile phone in a shortened form Synchronization between the mobile phone and vehicle may take several minutes The contact pictures are not being displayed Up to 200 contact pictures can be stored in the vehicle The E mail is displayed with a delay Check the e mail settings on the telephone and adjust if necessary If all points in...

Page 213: ...ontact 3 The entry fields are still filled with the previ ous entries Delete input fields 4 Fill in the entry fields select the symbol next to the entry field 5 Enter the text refer to page 23 In vehicles equipped with a navigation sys tem it is only possible to enter addresses that are contained in the vehicle navigation data This ensures that destination guid ance is possible for all addresses 6...

Page 214: ...ct 2 Select the address 3 Start guidance or Add as another destination Checking the address as a destination An address that is to be used for destination guidance must match the navigation data con tained in the vehicle The address can be checked for this purpose 1 Select the desired contact and highlight the address 2 Open Options 3 Check as destination 4 Correct and store the address if necessa...

Page 215: ...ices offered Emergency Request when you press the SOS button a connection to the BMW As sist Response Center is established The BMW Assist Response Center then speaks with you and takes further steps to help you Automatic Collision Notification under cer tain conditions a connection is established to the BMW Assist Response Center after a serious accident If possible the BMW As sist Response Cente...

Page 216: ...s are typically activated in the vehicle Even if the TeleServices are not active a voice contact to Roadside Assistance is still possible To continue using or to deactivate the services please contact your service partner or the BMW customer hotline Concierge service General information The BMW Assist Concierge service offers infor mation on events gas stations and hotels and provides phone number...

Page 217: ...e data are transmitted automatically After the data are transmitted the voice con nection to Roadside Assistance is re estab lished BMW Online At a glance A business search can be opened via BMW On line License conditions This product contains NetFront Browser soft ware of ACCESS Co Ltd Copyright 2007 ACCESS Co Ltd All rights reserved NetFront is a trademark or registered trademark of ACCESS CO LT...

Page 218: ...ped with BMW Assist or TeleService 1 BMW Assist or ConnectedDrive 2 Customer Relations 3 Start service Service Request At a glance Sends information to your service partner to re quest the arrangement of a service appoint ment The TeleService data is transmitted dur ing a Service Request If possible your service partner will establish contact with you Starting a Service Request 1 BMW Assist or Con...

Page 219: ...lay They are operated via iDrive Requirements The mobile phone is suitable The mobile phone operating system sup ports the software applications of Apps Software applications are installed on the cell phone and ready to use Corresponding mobile wireless contract Any additionally incurred costs are not a part of Apps Use only BMW approved software applica tions otherwise it may result in malfunc ti...

Page 220: ...sired category or track Press button to switch within the cell phone functions to a higher level or back Press button twice to switch back to the main menu Notes The ranges of Apps that can be displayed on the Control Display depend on the range of installed software applications on the mo bile phone The data transmission of the software ap plications from the cell phone to the vehicle can last so...

Page 221: ...ConnectedDrive Communication 221 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 914 595 VI 12 ...

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Page 223: ... order to always ensure your mobility you will find important information on operating fluids wheels and tires maintenance and Roadside Assistance in the following Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 914 595 VI 12 ...

Page 224: ...essage will be displayed Observe when handling fuel Take all precautionary measures and observe all applicable regulations when handling fuel Do not carry any spare fuel containers in your vehicle They can develop a leak and cause an explosion or cause a fire in the event of an accident Fuel cap Opening 1 Briefly press the rear edge of the fuel filler flap 2 Turn the fuel cap counterclockwise 3 Pl...

Page 225: ...pump nozzle during refueling causes Premature pump shutoff Reduced efficiency in the fuel vapor recov ery system The fuel tank is full when the filler nozzle clicks off the first time Do not overfill the fuel tank Do not overfill the fuel tank otherwise es caping fuel may harm the environment or dam age the vehicle Handling fuels Follow the safety instructions provided at gas stations otherwise th...

Page 226: ...thanolcontentof85 orwithFlexFuel asthis would damage the engine and fuel supply sys tem The engine is knock controlled Therefore you can refuel with different gasoline qualities Recommended fuel quality BMW recommends AKI 91 Minimum fuel grade BMW recommends AKI 89 Minimum fuel grade Do not fill up with fuel below the specified minimum quality otherwise the engine may not run properly If you use g...

Page 227: ...Fuel Mobility 227 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 914 595 VI 12 ...

Page 228: ... compromise your vehicle s driving stability but also lead to tire damage and the risk of an accident After adjusting the tire inflation pressure reset the Tire Pressure Monitor refer to page 90 or reinitialize the Flat Tire Monitor refer to page 88 Pressure specifications The tables below provide all the correct inflation pressures for the specified tire sizes at ambient temperature The inflation...

Page 229: ...ure values up to 100 mph 160 km h Tire size Pressure specifications in bar PSI All pressure specifications in the table are indicated in bar PSI with cold tires Cold ambient temperature 225 50 R 17 94 H M S A S RSC 225 50 R 17 94 V RSC 225 50 R 17 94 H M S RSC 2 2 32 2 6 38 225 45 R 18 91 V M S A S RSC 225 45 R 18 91 V RSC 225 45 R 18 91 H M S RSC 2 4 35 2 8 41 Front 225 45 R 18 91 V RSC Rear 255 ...

Page 230: ...ront 225 40 R 19 89 W RSC Rear 255 35 R 19 92 W RSC 2 6 38 2 9 42 Compact wheel T 135 80 R 17 103 M Speeds of up to 50 mph 80 km h 4 2 60 With high speed tuning feature Tire size Pressure specifications in bar PSI All pressure specifications in the table are indicated in bar PSI with cold tires Cold ambient temperature 225 50 R 17 94 V RSC 225 50 R 17 94 H M S RSC 2 4 35 2 9 42 225 45 R 18 91 W RS...

Page 231: ...ar PSI with cold tires Cold ambient temperature 225 50 R 17 94 H M S A S RSC 225 50 R 17 94 H RSC 225 50 R 17 94 H M S RSC 2 2 32 2 6 38 225 45 R 18 91 V M S A S RSC 225 45 R 18 91 V RSC 225 45 R 18 91 H M S RSC 2 4 35 2 8 41 Front 225 45 R 18 91 V RSC Rear 255 40 R 18 95 V RSC 2 4 35 2 6 38 Front 225 40 R 19 89 W RSC Rear 255 35 R 19 92 W RSC 2 6 38 2 8 41 Compact wheel T 135 80 R 17 103 M Speeds...

Page 232: ... 9 42 Front 225 40 R 19 89 W RSC Rear 255 35 R 19 92 W RSC 2 6 38 2 9 42 Compact wheel T 135 80 R 17 103 M Speeds of up to 50 mph 80 km h 4 2 60 With high speed tuning feature Tire size Pressure specifications in bar PSI All pressure specifications in the table are indicated in bar PSI with cold tires Cold ambient temperature 225 50 R 17 94 V RSC 225 50 R 17 94 H M S RSC 2 6 38 3 0 44 225 45 R 18 ...

Page 233: ...sign 1012 tire age Tire age The tire manufacturing date is contained in the tire identification mark DOT 1012 means that the tire was manufactured in the week 10 of 2012 BMW recommends that you replace all tires af ter 6 years at most even if some tires may last for 10 years Uniform Tire Quality Grading Quality grades can be found where applicable on the tire sidewall between tread shoulder and ma...

Page 234: ...must meet under the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No 109 Grades B and A represent higher levels of performance on the laboratory test wheel than the minimum required by law Temperature grade for this tire The temperature grade for this tire is es tablished for a tire that is properly inflated and not overloaded Excessive speed underinfla tion or excessive loading either separately or in co...

Page 235: ...e sult Changing wheels and tires Mounting Information on mounting tires Have mounting and balancing performed only by a service center or tire specialist If this work is not carried out properly there is the danger of subsequent damage and related safety hazards Wheel and tire combination Information on the right wheel and tire combi nation and rim version for your vehicle can be obtained from the...

Page 236: ...eed of winter tires If the maximum speed of the vehicle is higher than the permissible speed for the winter tires then display a corresponding sign in the field of vision You can obtain this sign from the tire spe cialist or from your service center Maximum speed for winter tires Do not exceed the maximum speed for the winter tires otherwise tire damage and acci dents can occur Run flat tires For ...

Page 237: ...to advise you Snow chains Only certain fine link snow chains have been tested by BMW classified as safe for use and recommended Consult your service center for more information Snow chains must be mounted in pairs and on the rear wheels only Observe the manufacturer s instructions when mounting snow chains Do not exceed a speed of 30 mph 50 km h when using snow chains Do not initialize the Flat Ti...

Page 238: ...on number 3 Filler neck for washer fluid for the headlamp and window washer system 61 4 Jump starting positive terminal 5 Filler neck for engine oil refer to Adding en gine oil Hood Opening the hood Working in the engine compartment Never attempt to perform any service or repair operations on your vehicle without the necessary professional technical training If you are unfamiliar with the statutor...

Page 239: ...se injuries may result Engine oil General information Engine oil consumption depends on the driving style and the conditions of use A highly sporty drivingstyle forexample resultsinconsiderably higher engine oil consumption Therefore regularly check the engine oil level after refueling Checking the engine oil level Your car is equipped with an electronic engine oil level check Requirements The eng...

Page 240: ...es the en gine Have the vehicle checked immediately The oil level sensor is defective Do not add engine oil It is possible to continue driv ing Note the newly calculated remaining mileage until the next oil service refer to page 75 Have the system checked as soon as possible Display via iDrive 1 Vehicle Info 2 Vehicle status 3 Engine oil level Possible messages Engine oil level OK Measurement not ...

Page 241: ...ne dam age Protect children Keep oil grease etc out of reach of chil dren and heed the warnings on the containers to prevent health risks Oil types for refilling Notes No oil additives Do not use oil additives as these may cause engine damage Viscosity classes of engine oils When selecting an engine oil ensure that the engine oil belongs to one of the SAE viscos ity classes 0W 40 0W 30 5W 40 or 5W...

Page 242: ...t level 1 Do not open the hood until the engine has cooled down 2 Turn the expansion tank cap counterclock wise slightly to allow any accumulated pres sure to escape then continue turning to open 3 The coolant level is correct if it is between the maximum and minimum marks in the filler neck refer also to the diagram next to the filler neck 4 If the coolant is low slowly add coolant up to the spec...

Page 243: ...ments and any legally required deadlines can be displayed individually refer to page 75 Service data in the remote control Information on the required maintenance is con tinuously stored in the remote control Your servicecenterwillreadoutthisdataandsuggest the right array of service procedures for your ve hicle Therefore hand your service specialist the re mote control that you used most recently ...

Page 244: ...e vehicle checked as soon as pos sible The warning lamp flashes under certain cir cumstances This indicates that there is excessive misfir ing in the engine Reduce the vehicle speed and have the sys tem checked immediately otherwise seri ous engine misfiring within a brief period can seriously damage emission control compo nents in particular the catalytic converter Display of the previously descr...

Page 245: ... Do not fold down the wipers without wiper blades Do not fold down the wipers if wiper blades have not been installed this may damage the wind shield Front 1 To change the wiper blades fold up the wiper arms refer to page 61 2 Fold up and hold the wiper arm 3 Squeeze the locking spring arrows 1 and fold out the wiper blade arrow 2 4 Take the wiper blade out of the catch mech anism toward the front...

Page 246: ...uries if work is car ried out improperly Do not touch the bulbs Do not touch the glass of new bulbs with your bare hands as even minute amounts of contamination will burn into the bulb s surface and reduce its service life Use a clean tissue cloth or something similar or hold the bulb by its base Light emitting diodes LED Light emitting diodes installed behind translu cent lenses serve as the ligh...

Page 247: ...ward 2 Open the folding cover in the wheel arch To open the locks turn them counterclockwise all the way using a coin for example Halogen headlamps Low beams and high beams Wear protective goggles and gloves Halogen bulbs are pressurized Therefore wear protective goggles and gloves Otherwise there is a danger of injuries if the bulb is acci dentally damaged during replacement The low beams and hig...

Page 248: ...onbulbfails switchonthefrontfoglamps and continue the trip with great care Comply with local regulations Do not perform work bulb replacement on xenon headlamps Have any work on the xenon lighting system in cluding bulb replacement performed only by a service center Due to the high voltage present in the system there is the danger of fatal injuries if work is car ried out improperly Parking lamps ...

Page 249: ...e turn signals in the exterior mirrors use LED technology Contact your service center in the event of a malfunction Tail lamps The tail lamps consist of two parts One part is in the tailgate and the other is in the fender P21W bulbs 21 watt 1 Backup lamp 2 Roadside parking lamp tail lamp LED 3 Brake lamp 4 Turn signal 5 Inner brake lamp If bulb 2 is defective please contact the service center Lamp...

Page 250: ... with the clip see ar rows and remove it 7 Apply gentle pressure to the bulb while turn ing it to the left for removal and replacement 8 Re engage the bulb holder so that it audibly clicks into place 9 Insert the handle for opening manually through the tailgate panel opening and press it in 10 Reattach the tailgate panel License plate lamp center brake lamp and roadside parking lamp tail lamp Thes...

Page 251: ... charge the battery in the following cases When the vehicle is frequently used to drive short distances When the vehicle has not been driven for more than one month Starting aid terminals Only charge using the starting aid terminals re fer to page 255 in the engine compartment while the engine is switched off Power failure After a temporary power loss some equipment needs to be reinitialized Indiv...

Page 252: ...ultimately resulting in a fire in the vehicle Access to fuse box 1 Open the glove compartment 2 Release the damper from the bottom holder by applying pressure toward the front ar row 1 3 Unlock the glove compartment by pressing on both tabs arrows 2 and fold down A pair of plastic tweezers is found on the current distributor Information on the fuses can be found on the back of the cover Spare fuse...

Page 253: ...ration package mobile phone An Emergency Request can be made even if no mobile phones are paired with the ve hicle BMW Assist is activated Radio readiness is switched on The BMW Assist system is logged in to a wireless communications network sup ported by BMW Assist The Assist system is operable Only press the SOS button in an emergency Emergency Request not guaranteed For technical reasons the Em...

Page 254: ...er the BMW Assist Response Center may still be able to hear you Initiating an Emergency Request automatically Under certain conditions an Emergency Re questisautomaticallyinitiatedimmediatelyafter a severe accident Automatic Collision Notifica tion is not affected by pressing the SOS button Roadside Assistance Service availability RoadsideAssistancecanbereachedaroundthe clock in many countries You...

Page 255: ...g aid terminals Connecting order Connect the jumper cables in the correct order otherwise there is the danger of injury from sparking The so called starting aid terminal in the engine compartment acts as the battery s positive ter minal Pull the cover up and off The body ground or a special nut acts as the negative terminal Connecting jumper cables 1 Pull off the cap of the BMW starting aid ter mi...

Page 256: ... than the driver in a vehicle that is being towed Automatic transmission 8 gear transporting your vehicle Note Your vehicle is not permitted to be towed Therefore contact a service center in the event of a breakdown Do not have the vehicle towed Haveyourvehicletransportedonaloading platform only otherwise damage may occur Tow truck Do not lift the vehicle Do not lift the vehicle by the tow fitting...

Page 257: ...other vehicle parts may cause damage Switch on the hazard warning system de pending on local regulations If the electrical system has failed clearly identify the vehicle being towed by placing a sign or a warning triangle in the rear win dow Towing methods Do not lift the vehicle Do not lift the vehicle by the tow fitting or body and chassis parts otherwise damage may result Tow bar The tow fittin...

Page 258: ...t under the cargo floor cover in the cargo area refer to page 245 Tow fitting information on use Use only the tow fitting provided with the vehicle and screw it all the way in Use the tow fitting for towing on paved roads only Avoid lateral loading of the tow fitting e g do not lift the vehicle by the tow fitting Otherwise damage to the tow fitting and the ve hicle can occur Screw thread Press on ...

Page 259: ...an damage the ve hicle Washing in automatic car washes Give preference to cloth car washes or those that use soft brushes in order to avoid paint damage Notes Note the following Make sure that the wheels and tires are not damaged by the transport mechanisms Fold in the exterior mirrors otherwise they may be damaged depending on the width of the vehicle Deactivate the rain sensor refer to page 60 t...

Page 260: ...h air pollution or natural contami nants such as tree resin or pollen can have an impact on the vehicle paint Tailor the frequency and extent of your car care to these influences Immediately remove aggressive substances such as spilled fuel oil grease or bird drop pings to prevent damage to or discoloration of the paintwork Leather care Remove dust from the leather often using a cloth or vacuum cl...

Page 261: ...ty grease removers fuel or such this could lead to surface damage Safety belts Dirty belt straps impede the reeling action and thus have a negative impact on safety No chemical cleaning Do not clean chemically this can destroy the webbing Use only a mild soapy solution with the safety belts clipped into their buckles Do not allow the reels to retract the safety belts until they are dry Carpets and...

Page 262: ...unit Otherwise they could affect or damage surfa ces or electrical components Avoid pressing too hard when cleaning and do not use abrasive materials otherwise damage can result Long term vehicle storage Your service center can advise you on what to consider when storing the vehicle for longer than three months Mobility Care 262 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 914 595 VI 12 ...

Page 263: ...Care Mobility 263 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 914 595 VI 12 ...

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Page 265: ...rence This chapter contains technical data short commands for the voice activation system and an index that will quickly take you to the information you need Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 914 595 VI 12 ...

Page 266: ...nce due to the selected special equipment or the country version This also applies to safety related functions and sys tems Dimensions 1 Vehicle width without exterior mirrors 70 8 inches 1 798 mm 2 Vehicle height 60 8 inches 1 545 mm 3 Vehicle width with exterior mirrors 81 in ches 2 058 mm 4 Wheelbase 108 7 inches 2 760 mm 5 Vehicle length 176 5 inches 4 484 mm Reference Technical data 266 Onlin...

Page 267: ...2 425 1 100 Approved rear axle load lbs kg 2 546 1 155 2 590 1 175 2 646 1 200 Approved roof load capacity lbs kg 165 75 165 75 165 75 Cargo area capacity cu ft liter 25 0 56 0 420 1 350 25 0 56 0 420 1 350 25 0 56 0 420 1 350 Capacities Notes Fuel tank Fuel specifications refer to page 226 X1 sDrive28i US gal liters approx 16 1 61 X1 xDrive28i X1 xDrive35i US gal liters approx 16 6 63 Window wash...

Page 268: ...have the available spoken instructions read out loud Voice commands Thefollowingshortcommandsapplytovehicles equipped with a voice activation system They have no function in vehicles in which only the mobile phone is operated using the voice Adjusting Vehicle Function Command Opens the main menu Main menu Open the options Options Open the settings Settings Settings on the Control Display Control d...

Page 269: ...ter address Enter the address Enter address Enter the town city City Enter the country State Enter the postal code Postal Code Open destination guidance Guidance Start destination guidance Start guidance Terminate destination guidance Stop guidance Open the home address Home address Open the route criteria Route preference Open the route Route information Switch on the spoken instruction Switch on...

Page 270: ...ap perspective view Automatic scaling of the map Map with automatic scaling Scale feet Map scale feet Scale meters Map scale meters e g map scale 100 meters Scale kilometers Map scale kilometers e g map scale 5 kilometers Scale miles Map scale miles e g map scale 5 miles Split screen settings Function Command Split screen Switch on splitscreen Switch off the split screen Turn off split screen Adju...

Page 271: ... scale miles Split screen scale miles e g split screen scale 5 miles Split screen highlight the traffic situation Split screen Traffic conditions Split screen computer Split screen on board info Split screen trip computer Splitscreen trip computer Split screen scale automatically Split screen automatic scaling Destination guidance with intermediate destinations Function Command Enter a new destina...

Page 272: ...atellite radio Function Command Open the satellite radio Satellite radio Switch on the satellite radio Satellite radio on Select a satellite radio channel Select satellite radio e g satellite radio channel 2 Stored stations Function Command Open the stored stations Presets Choose a stored station Select preset Select a stored station Preset e g stored station 2 Reference Short commands for voice a...

Page 273: ...s on a split screen Entertainment details Music collection Function Command Search for music open a menu Music search Open the current playback Current playback Open the music collection Music collection Play back the music collection Music collection on Play back the most frequently played tracks Top fifty External devices Function Command Open the external devices External devices Open the Bluet...

Page 274: ...Received calls List of messages Messages Open the Bluetooth devices Bluetooth Office Function Command Open the Office menu Office Display Office Today Current office Display the contacts Contacts Display the messages Messages Display the calendar Calendar Display the tasks Tasks Display the reminders Reminders Reference Short commands for voice activation system 274 Online Edition for Part no 01 4...

Page 275: ...contacts Contacts New contact New contact ConnectedDrive or BMW Assist Function Command Open BMW Assist B M W Assist Open ConnectedDrive Connected Drive Open BMW Online B M W Online Short commands for voice activation system Reference 275 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 914 595 VI 12 ...

Page 276: ...r to Spoken instruc tions 151 Antifreeze coolant 242 Antifreeze washer fluid 61 Antilock Brake System ABS 94 Anti slip control refer to Dy namic Stability Control DSC 94 Anti theft protection 32 Appointments 209 Approved axle loads refer to Weights 267 Approved engine oils 241 Approved gross vehicle weight refer to Weights 267 Armrest refer to Center arm rest 120 Arrival time refer to Com puter 70...

Page 277: ...Brake force distribution elec tronic 94 Brake lamps Bulb replacement 249 Brake lamps brake force dis play 93 Brake lights adaptive 93 Brake pads breaking in 126 Brakes Handbrake 58 Brakes BMW maintenance system 243 Brakes service require ments 75 Brake system BMW mainte nance system 243 Braking notes 127 Breakdown assistance 254 Breakdown transporting the vehicle 256 Breaking in 126 Brightness on ...

Page 278: ...the time and date 73 Closing From the inside 34 From the outside 32 Clothes hooks 122 Cockpit 12 Cold start refer to Starting the engine 55 Combination instrument refer to Instrument cluster 14 Combination switch refer to Turn signal high beams headlamp flasher 59 Combination switch refer to Washer wiper system 59 Comfort Access Battery replacement 38 Comfort area refer to Around the center consol...

Page 279: ... assistant 97 Driving away on inclines refer to Drive off assistant 97 Driving notes breaking in 126 Driving notes general 126 Driving on poor roads 128 Driving stability control sys tems 94 Driving through water 127 Driving tips refer to Driving notes 126 Dry air refer to Cooling func tion 107 DSC Dynamic Stability Con trol 94 DTC Dynamic Traction Con trol 95 DTMF suffix dialing 198 DVD CD 170 DV...

Page 280: ...alarms 39 Ending an alarm 39 Fastening safety belts refer to Safety belts 45 Fault messages refer to Check Control 77 Filling capacities 267 Filter Refer to Microfilter acti vated charcoal filter with au tomatic climate control 108 Fine wood care 261 First aid kit 254 Fitting for towing 258 Flashing when locking unlock ing 33 Flat Tire Monitor FTM 88 Flat Tire Monitor FTM snow chains 237 Flat tire...

Page 281: ... Removing 47 Heating Rear window 107 Seats 45 Heating mirrors 49 Heavy cargo refer to Stowing cargo 131 Height adjustment Seats 43 Height refer to Dimen sions 266 High beam Assistant 82 High beams 82 High beams Bulb replacement 247 High beams low beams auto matic refer to High beam Assistant 82 High beams indicator lamp 15 High pressure washers 259 Hill Descent Control HDC 96 Hill drive off assist...

Page 282: ...refer to Comfort Access 36 Key Memory refer to Personal Profile 30 Key refer to Integrated key re mote control 30 Kickdown Automatic transmission with Steptronic 63 64 Knee airbag 85 Knocking control 226 L Label run flat tire 236 Lamp and bulb replacement lamp replacement 246 Lamps 80 Lamps automatic headlamp control 80 81 Lamps High beam Assis tant 82 Lamps parking lamps low beams 80 Lamps replac...

Page 283: ... operat ing concept 19 Message list traffic bulle tins 153 Messages 207 Microfilter With automatic climate con trol 108 Minimum tread tires 234 Mirror Mirror memory refer to Seat and mirror memory 47 Mirrors 48 Mirrors Automatic Curb Monitor 48 Mirrors folding in and out 48 Mirrors heating 49 Mirrors interior mirror 49 Mobile communication devi ces in the vehicle 127 Mobile phone installation lo c...

Page 284: ...Poor road operation 128 Position storing 142 Postal code entering in navi gation 141 Power windows Safety switch 41 Power windows opening and closing 40 Power windows refer to Win dows 40 Prescribed engine oils refer to Approved engine oils 241 Pressure tires 228 Pressure warning tires 88 Profile depth refer to Mini mum tread depth 234 Profile tires 234 Programmable memory but tons iDrive 23 Prote...

Page 285: ...unninglights refertoParking lamps low beams 80 S Safe braking 127 Safety 6 Safety belts 45 Safety belts Damage 46 Safety belts care 261 Safety belts indicator warning lamp 46 Safety belts reminder 46 Safety switch for rear win dows 41 Safety systems Safety belts 45 Safety systems airbags 85 Safety tires refer to Run flat tires 236 Satellite radio 164 Saving fuel 133 Scale changing during navi gati...

Page 286: ...ission with Step tronic 63 66 Spray nozzles refer to Clean ing the windshield and head lamps 60 Spray nozzles refer to Wind shield washer nozzles 61 Stability control systems 94 Start Stop button 54 Start Stop button starting the engine 55 Start Stop button switching off the engine 55 Starting the engine 55 Start problems refer to Jump starting 255 State province selecting for navigation 140 Stati...

Page 287: ... kit 245 Tow bar 257 Tow fitting 258 Towing 256 Towing another vehicle 256 Towing being towed 256 Towing with automatic trans mission 256 Town city navigation 141 Tow rope 257 Tow starting 256 258 TPM Tire Pressure Moni tor 90 Traction control 95 Traffic bulletins naviga tion 153 Transmission Automatic transmission with Steptronic 62 Overridingselectorleverlock in case of automatic trans mission w...

Page 288: ...tem rain sensor 60 Washer wiper system washer fluid 61 Washer wiper system wind shield washer nozzles 61 Washer fluid 61 Washer fluid reservoir 62 Washing vehicle 259 Waste tray refer to Ash tray 114 Wateronroads refertoDriving through water 127 Weights 267 Welcome lamps 80 Wheelbase refer to Dimen sions 266 Wheel change 250 Wheels and tires 228 Wheels changing 235 Wheels Flat Tire Monitor FTM 88 ...

Page 289: ...Y Your individual vehicle Settings refer to Personal Profile 30 Everything from A to Z Reference 289 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 914 595 VI 12 ...

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