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Contents

The quickest way to find special topics is to
consult the index, refer to page

292

Notes

Reporting safety defects

At a glance

Dashboard

iDrive

Voice activation system

Controls

Opening and closing

Adjustments

Transporting children safely

Driving

Controls overview

Technology for driving comfort and
safety

108

Lamps

114

Climate

120

Practical interior accessories

Driving tips

136

Things to remember when driving

Navigation

144

Navigation system

146

Destination entry

155

Destination guidance

163

What to do if …

Entertainment

166

On/off and tone

169

Radio

172

Satellite radio

177

CD/DVD player and CD changer

184

Music collection

189

External devices

Communications

200

Telephone

213

Office

222

Contacts

224

ConnectedDrive

Mobility

232

Refueling

235

Wheels and tires

255

Engine compartment

260

Maintenance

262

Care

266

Replacing components

272

Giving and receiving assistance

Reference

280

Technical data

285

Short commands for the voice activation
system

292

Everything from A to Z

Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 902 533 - © 03/12 BMW AG

Summary of Contents for 3 SERIES CONVERTIBLE - CATALOGUE

Page 1: ...THE BMW 3 SERIES OWNER S MANUAL Owner s Manual for Vehicle The Ultimate Driving Machine Contents A Z Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 902 533 03 12 BMW AG ...

Page 2: ...ions intended to assist you in gaining maximum use and satisfaction from your BMW s unique range of technical fea tures The manual also contains information on maintenance designed to enhance operating safety and contribute to main taining the value of your BMW throughout an extended service life This manual is supplemented by a Service and Warranty Informa tion Booklet for US models or a Warranty...

Page 3: ...Germany Reprinting including excerpts only with the written consent of BMW AG Munich US English II 12 03 12 500 Printed on environmentally friendly paper bleached without chlorine suitable for recycling Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 902 533 03 12 BMW AG ...

Page 4: ... when driving Navigation 144 Navigation system 146 Destination entry 155 Destination guidance 163 What to do if Entertainment 166 On off and tone 169 Radio 172 Satellite radio 177 CD DVD player and CD changer 184 Music collection 189 External devices Communications 200 Telephone 213 Office 222 Contacts 224 ConnectedDrive Mobility 232 Refueling 235 Wheels and tires 255 Engine compartment 260 Mainte...

Page 5: ... any time Information on BMW e g on technical aspects can also be found on the Internet at www bmwusa com Symbols used Indicates precautions that must be fol lowed precisely in order to avoid the pos sibility of personal injury and serious damage to the vehicle Indicates information that will assist you in gaining the optimum benefit from your vehicle and enable you to care more effectively for yo...

Page 6: ...should therefore have the corresponding work on your vehicle per formed only by your BMW center or at a work shop that works according to BMW repair pro cedures with correspondingly trained personnel If this work is not carried out prop erly there is a danger of subsequent damage and related safety hazards Parts and accessories For your own safety use genuine parts and accessories approved by BMW ...

Page 7: ...arranty We recommend that you read this publication thoroughly Your BMW is covered by the following warran ties New Vehicle Limited Warranty Rust Perforation Limited Warranty Federal Emissions System Defect Warranty Federal Emissions Performance Warranty California Emission Control System Limited Warranty Detailed information about these warranties is listed in the Service and Warranty Information...

Page 8: ...igation and if it finds that a safety defect exists in a group of vehicles it may order a recall and remedy campaign However NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you your center or BMW of North America LLC To contact NHTSA you may call the Vehicle Safety Hotline toll free at 1 888 327 4236 TTY 1 800 424 9153 go to http www safercar gov or write to Adminis trator NHTSA 400 Se...

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Page 10: ...familiarize you with your vehicle s operating environment The section will also assist you in becoming acquainted with the control concepts and options available for operating the various systems At a glance Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 902 533 03 12 BMW AG ...

Page 11: ... is described For this reason descrip tions will be given of some equipment that may not be available in a vehicle for example due to the special options or national market version selected This also applies to safety related functions and systems Around the steering wheel controls and displays Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 902 533 03 12 BMW AG ...

Page 12: ...ls 70 High beams headlamp flasher 110 High beam Assistant 110 Roadside parking lamps 110 Computer 82 Settings and information about the vehicle 84 10 Windshield wipers 70 Rain sensor 71 11 Switching the ignition on off and starting stopping the engine 60 Telephone accepting and ending a call dialing the selected phone number redialing if no phone number is selected Convertible microphone on steer ...

Page 13: ...ning lamps 89 8 Display for Position of automatic transmission 63 Gear indicator of 7 gear Sport automatic transmission with double clutch 65 Computer 82 Date of next scheduled service and remaining distance to be driven 85 Odometer and trip odometer 80 High beam Assistant 110 Checking the oil level 256 Settings and information 84 There is a Check Control message 89 9 Fuel gauge 81 10 Resetting th...

Page 14: ...l Display e g on the cause of a malfunction and on how to respond via Check Control refer to page 89 In urgent cases this information 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 High beams headlamp flasher 110 Fog lamps 112 Lamp flashes DSC or DTC is regulating the propul s...

Page 15: ...namic Stability Control DSC 95 Dynamic Traction Control DTC 96 4 Central locking system 34 5 Automatic climate control Air distribution to the windshield 115 Air distribution to the upper body area 115 Air distribution to the footwell 115 Automatic air distribution and flow rate 115 Cooling function 117 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 902 533 03 12 BMW AG ...

Page 16: ...t audio sources on off and adjusting volume 166 14 Ejecting a CD DVD 177 Automatic recirculated air control AUC and recirculated air mode 116 Maximum cooling 115 ALL program 116 Air volume 116 Defrosting windows 117 Rear window defroster 117 Seat heating 51 8 Park Distance Control PDC 94 Coupe Roller sunblinds 124 Coupe Hill Descent Control HDC 97 11 Convertible Opening and closing retractable har...

Page 17: ...phone for voice activation system and for telephone in hands free mode 2 SOS sending an Emergency Request 272 3 Reading lamps 113 4 Glass sunroof 41 5 Interior lamps 112 6 Passenger airbag status lamp 105 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 902 533 03 12 BMW AG ...

Page 18: ...Dashboard At a glance Convertible 1 SOS sending an Emergency Request 272 2 Reading lamps 113 3 Interior lamps 112 4 Passenger airbag status lamp 105 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 902 533 03 12 BMW AG ...

Page 19: ...ncept iDrive integrates the functions of a large num ber of switches This allows these functions to be operated from a single central position Make entries only when traffic and road conditions permit otherwise you may endanger vehicle occupants and other road users by being distracted Controls at a glance Controls 1 Control Display 2 Controller with buttons You can use the buttons to open the men...

Page 20: ...owing message is dis played on the Control Display To hide the message Press the controller The main menu is displayed The message is automatically hidden after approx 10 seconds Opening the main menu Press the button The main menu is displayed All iDrive functions can be called up via the main menu Selecting a menu item The menu items shown in white can be selected Symbol Function MENU Open the m...

Page 21: ...hite arrows pointing to the left or right indi cate that additional panels can be opened View of an opened menu When you open a menu generally the panel last selected in this menu is displayed To display the first panel of the menu Move the controller to the left repeatedly until the first panel is displayed Press the menu s button twice on the con troller Open the Options menu Press the button Th...

Page 22: ...gs is high lighted and then press the controller 3 If necessary move the controller to the left to display Time Date 4 Turn the controller until Time Date is highlighted and then press the controller 5 Turn the controller until Time is high lighted and then press the controller 6 Turn the controller to set the hours and press the controller 7 Turn the controller to set the minutes and press the co...

Page 23: ...e split screen is selected 4 Press the controller or select Split screen content 5 Select the desired menu item Symbol Meaning Traffic bulletins switched on HD radio switched on Satellite radio switched on Symbol Meaning Incoming or outgoing call Missed call Reception strength of mobile phone network symbol flashing network search No mobile phone network available Bluetooth switched on Roaming act...

Page 24: ...nformation Press the button Displaying detailed information Press and hold the button Entering letters and numbers 1 Turn the controller select the letters or numbers 2 Select additional letters or numbers if needed 3 OK confirm entry Switching between letters and numbers Depending on the menu you can switch between entering letters and numbers Switching between uppercase and lowercase letters Dep...

Page 25: ...y be added automatically The entries are continuously compared to the data stored in the vehicle During entry only letters for which there are data are offered Destination search town city names can be entered with the spelling used in any of the languages available on the Control Display Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 902 533 03 12 BMW AG ...

Page 26: ...o supported by the voice activation system to permit identification of the commands to be spoken Setting the language refer to page 92 Saying commands Activating voice activation system 1 Press the button on the steering wheel 2 Wait for the acoustic signal 3 Say the command This symbol on the Control Display and an acoustic signal notify you that the voice activa tion system is activated If no ad...

Page 27: ...e stan dard dialog or a short version In the short version of the voice dialog the responses from the system are given in abbre viated form On the Control Display 1 Settings 2 Language Units 3 Speech mode 4 Select a setting Adjusting volume Turn the volume knob during the spoken instruction to select the desired volume The volume remains the same even if the volume of other audio sources is change...

Page 28: ...ard pronunciation of the station name Station e g National Public Radio Keep the doors windows glass roof pan oramic glass roof closed to prevent interfer ence from ambient noise Avoid ambient noise in the vehicle while speaking Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 902 533 03 12 BMW AG ...

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Page 30: ...you with information for complete control of your vehicle All features and accessories that are useful for driving and your safety comfort and convenience are described here Controls Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 902 533 03 12 BMW AG ...

Page 31: ...ion information about service require ments is stored in the remote control refer to Service data in the remote control page 260 Integrated key Press button 1 to release the key The integrated key fits the following locks Glove compartment refer to page 124 Driver s door refer to page 34 New remote controls Your BMW center can supply new remote con trols with integrated keys as additional units or...

Page 32: ... Automatic climate control activating deac tivating AUTO program cooling function and automatic recirculated air control set ting temperature air volume and distribu tion refer to page 115 ff Entertainment Setting tone controls refer to page 167 Speed dependent volume control refer to page 168 Central locking system The concept The central locking system functions when the driver s door is closed ...

Page 33: ... entire vehicle 5 Press the controller Coupe Convenient opening Press and hold the button The windows and the glass roof are opened Convertible Convenient opening When you are close to the vehicle the remote control for Comfort Access can be used to open the retractable hardtop Hold the button down The windows and the retractable hardtop are opened if the doors are closed If you continue pressing ...

Page 34: ...2 Open the trunk lid press the trunk partition upward and stow the cargo in the trunk 3 Press down the trunk partition until it engages on both sides and close the trunk lid 4 Press the button for a longer period to fold the retractable hardtop back in Confirmation signals You can activate or deactivate the confirmation signals 1 Settings 2 Door locks 3 Flash when lock unlock 4 Press the controlle...

Page 35: ...f the FCC Rules Operation is subject to the following two conditions This device must not cause harmful inter ference and this device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation Any unauthorized modifications or changes to these devices could void the user s authority to operate this equipment Opening and closing Using the door lock Do not lock t...

Page 36: ...nlocks the door the second time opens it Locking Use the central locking button to lock all of the doors simultaneously or press down the safety lock button of a door To prevent you from being locked out the open driver s door cannot be locked using the lock button Persons or animals in a parked vehicle could lock the doors from the inside You should therefore take the remote control with you when...

Page 37: ...tely Push the switch in the direction of arrow 2 Emergency release Pull the lever in the trunk The trunk lid is unlocked Closing The handle recesses on the interior trim of the trunk lid make it easier to pull down Make sure that the closing path of the trunk lid is clear otherwise injuries may result Coupe Convertible To close the trunk lid press it down lightly The lid is closed automatically Al...

Page 38: ...utton Switching off an alarm Unlock the car with the remote control refer to page 32 Insert the remote control all the way into the ignition lock Indicator lamp on inside mirror The indicator lamp flashes continuously The system is armed The indicator lamp flashes after locking The doors hood or trunk lid are not prop erly closed the remaining components are secured Then the indicator lamp flashes...

Page 39: ...ent Comfort Access supports the following func tions Unlocking locking the vehicle Convenient closing Unlocking the trunk lid separately Engine starting Functional requirement There are no external sources of interfer ence in the vicinity The remote control must be outside the vehicle to lock it The next unlocking and locking cycle is not possible until after approx 2 seconds It is only possible t...

Page 40: ... refer to page 62 To switch the engine off when the selector lever is in position N the remote control must be in the ignition lock Malfunction Local radio waves can interfere with the func tion of Comfort Access for example when a mobile phone is in the immediate vicinity of the remote control or by when a mobile phone is being charged in the vehicle If this happens open or close the vehicle via ...

Page 41: ...ress the switch Press the switch beyond the resistance point The window opens automatically Press the switch again to stop the opening move ment You can close the windows in the same manner by pulling the switch Convertible opening closing Individually Press the switch to the resistance point The window opens as long as you press the switch Press the switch beyond the resistance point The window o...

Page 42: ...o avoid personal injury Closing without pinch protection If there is an external danger or if ice on the win dows etc prevents you from closing the win dows normally proceed as follows 1 Pull the switch past the resistance point and hold it there Pinch protection is limited and the window reopens slightly if the closing force exceeds a certain value 2 Pull the switch again past the resistance poin...

Page 43: ... closed hardtop protect the vehicle interior against unanticipated weather dam age it also offers theft protection However even when the hardtop is closed valuables should only be stored in the locked trunk Do not attach roof rack systems to the retractable hardtop and in particular do not attach magnetic racks Do not attach rack systems to the trunk lid and in particular do not attach magnetic ra...

Page 44: ...ctable hardtop remove all foreign objects from the windshield frame as these could prevent the hardtop from closing properly 1 Push button open the retractable hardtop Pull button close the retractable hardtop 2 LEDs The side windows move down when the switch for hardtop operation is pulled or pushed LEDs In the following situations a message appears on the Control Display or an acoustic signal so...

Page 45: ...e vehicle until it snaps into place Remove the protective caps beforehand if necessary 4 Push the fastening pin arrow 4 into the opening provided on the left side of the vehicle until it snaps into place 5 Turn the rotary handle in the direction of arrow 5 as far as the first stop to insert the right fastening pin into the holders 6 Turn the rotary handle in the direction of arrow 6 as far as the ...

Page 46: ...f the wind deflector has been installed 1 Lower all windows 2 Fold down the top section of the wind deflector arrow 1 3 Turn the rotary handle to position arrow 2 Fold both sections of the wind deflector forward and rest them against the front seats arrow 3 To protect the seat cushions or to use the bag holders you can fold the rear backrest down refer to page 128 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 ...

Page 47: ... sure that passengers keep their heads away from the side airbag and do not lean against the cover of the head airbag otherwise serious injuries can result if the airbag deploys Even if you follow all the instructions injuries resulting from contact with airbags cannot be fully excluded depending on the circum stances The ignition and inflation noise may provoke a mild hearing loss in extremely se...

Page 48: ... of an accident of sliding under the safety belt eliminating the protection normally provided by the belt Comply with the instructions on head restraint height on page 49 and on damaged safety belts on page 53 Manual adjustment Observe the adjustment instructions on page 47 to ensure the best possible per sonal protection Longitudinal direction Pull lever 1 and slide the seat to the desired positi...

Page 49: ... of the backrest to obtain additional support in the lumbar region The upper hips and spinal column receive sup plementary support to help you maintain a relaxed upright sitting position Increase or decrease curvature press the switch at the front or rear respectively Shift curvature up or down press the switch at the top or bottom respectively Backrest width You can change the width of the backre...

Page 50: ... restraint covers that could impair the function of the active head restraint Do not hang any items e g clothes hangers directly on the head restraints Attach only BMW approved accessories to the seat or head restraint Otherwise the protective function of the active head restraint will not be ensured and its full potential in reducing the risk of injury in the event of a rear collision may not be ...

Page 51: ... Height adjustment To raise pull up To lower press the button arrow 1 and slide the head restraint down Removing Only remove a head restraint if no one will be sitting on the seat in question 1 Pull up as far as it will go 2 Press the button arrow 1 tilt the rear seat backrest slightly forward and pull the head restraint all the way out Entering the rear seats Coupe seat with manual longitudinal a...

Page 52: ... end 2 of the switch until the seat has moved into the desired position Previous position Press the rear end 3 of the switch until the seat automatically stops in its previous position and fold the backrest back If you release the switch before the previous seat position is reached the seat will stop at its current position When sliding the seat backward make sure no one is injured and no objects ...

Page 53: ... or 2 The adjusting procedure is halted immediately when you touch a seat adjustment switch or one of the memory buttons Safety feature 1 Close the driver s door and switch the igni tion on or off refer to page 60 2 Press the desired memory button 1 or 2 and keep it pressed until the adjustment process has been completed If the button was pressed accidentally Press the button again the LED goes ou...

Page 54: ...tomatically and presents the in a position that is convenient for fastening it around you After you have fas tened your safety belt the belt hand over retracts to its original position Even if you have not yet fastened your safety belt the belt hand over will retract if you Wait for more than approx one minute Open the corresponding door Start driving Closing the respective door reactivates the be...

Page 55: ...25 mph or 40 km h Before entering an automatic car wash fold in the exterior mirrors manually or with button 3 to prevent them from being dam aged depending on the width of the vehicle Automatic heating Depending on the outside temperature both exterior mirrors are heated automatically when the engine is running or the ignition is switched on Passenger side mirror tilt function automatic curb moni...

Page 56: ... not affix adhesive labels or stickers of any kind to the windshield directly in front of the mirror Steering wheel Adjustments Do not adjust the steering wheel position while the car is in motion otherwise there is a risk of an accident due to unexpected move ment 1 Fold the lever down 2 Move the steering wheel to the preferred height and angle to suit your seated posi tion 3 Swing the lever back...

Page 57: ... for their age size and weight Children in the front passenger seat Should it be necessary to use a child restraint system on the front passenger seat the front and side airbags for the front pas senger must be deactivated Otherwise a child traveling on that seat will face a significant risk of injury if the airbags are triggered off even with a child restraint system For more information on autom...

Page 58: ...as far back and up as possible to obtain the best possible position for the belt Do not change the seat position after this Backrest width The backrest width of the front passenger seat must be at its widest possible set ting Do not change the setting after installing the child seat otherwise the child seat s stabil ity on the front passenger seat is limited 1 Adjust the backrest width to its wide...

Page 59: ...stomers Only The following statement is required by Trans port Canada This vehicle is not equipped with user ready tether anchorages As such neither a child restraint system nor a booster cushion requir ing the use of a tether strap can be properly secured in the vehicle Coupe Use the tether strap anchors to secure child restraint systems only otherwise the anchors could be damaged For child restr...

Page 60: ...h the head restraint upward 2 Guide the upper retaining strap between the head restraint holders 3 Use the hook to clip the retaining strap to the anchor 4 Push the head restraint into its lowermost position 5 Pull the retaining strap taut Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 902 533 03 12 BMW AG ...

Page 61: ...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 cannot take out the remote control unless the selector lever is in the P position interlock Start Stop button Pressing the Start Stop button switches radio readiness or the ignition on or off Manua...

Page 62: ...engine does not start Otherwise the fuel is not burned or incompletely burned and there is a 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 Manual transmission Remote control in the ignition lock or with Comfort Access inside the vehicle refer to page 38 1 D...

Page 63: ...ually and acoustically of this fact 2 Forcefully apply the parking brake 3 Remove remote control from the ignition lock refer to page 60 The transmission is automatically shifted into transmission position P Parking brake The parking brake is primarily intended to pre vent the vehicle from rolling while parked it brakes the rear wheels Also follow the instructions on page 62 under Switching off th...

Page 64: ...mote control from the ignition lock you must first move the selector lever to position P and switch off the engine interlock Removing the remote control from the ignition lock refer to page 60 Selector lever positions P R N D M S Displays in the instrument cluster The selector lever position is displayed and in manual mode the engaged gear e g M4 Changing selector lever positions With the ignition...

Page 65: ...selector lever from position D toward the left into the M S shifting slot When you press the selector lever forwards or backwards the manual mode is activated and Steptronic changes gear The engaged gear e g M1 is displayed in the instrument cluster Upshifts and downshifts are executed only when they will result in a plausible combination of engine and vehicle speed thus for example a downshift th...

Page 66: ...es and secondary gear sets in which the clutching and shifting is han dled by an electrohydraulic system With the 7 gear Sport automatic transmission with double clutch the gears are shifted without an interruption in driving power You operate the 7 gear Sport automatic trans mission with double clutch using the selector lever and two shift paddles on the steering wheel It offers you the following...

Page 67: ...ark Select this only when the vehicle is stationary The rear wheels are locked The transmission is shifted into P if with the engine running you open the driver s door do not have your safety belt fastened and subsequently actuate neither the brake pedal nor the accelerator Before leaving the vehicle make sure that the automatic transmission selector lever is in the park position Otherwise the veh...

Page 68: ...y shifted down to the first gear Shortly before the speed falls below a gear dependent minimum speed the transmis sion automatically downshifts without your intervention Quick downshifting even in sequential mode you can skip over several gears in order to achieve an optimum acceleration To do so depress the accelerator past the resistance point To return to automatic mode push the selector lever ...

Page 69: ...oes out and SPORT disappears from the info display Manually unlocking parking lock In the event of a power supply interrup tion such as a discharged or discon nected battery or an electrical malfunction the parking lock must be manually unlocked other wise the rear wheels are immobilized and the vehicle cannot be towed Only unlock the parking lock manually for tow ing and make sure to set the park...

Page 70: ...t wear Launch Control is available when the engine is at operating temperature i e after driving con tinuously for approx 6 2 miles 10 km 1 With the engine running step on the brake with your left foot 2 Activate Dynamic Traction Control DTC refer to page 96 3 Activate Driving dynamics control refer to page 68 4 With the vehicle stationary activate the manual mode and select 1st gear 5 With your r...

Page 71: ...his function 1 Settings 2 Lighting 3 Triple turn signal The setting is stored for the remote control cur rently in use Wiper system Do not switch on the wipers if they immo bilized by ice otherwise damage to the wiper blades and wiper motor may occur Do not use the wipers when the window glass is dry otherwise the wiper blades may experience accelerated wear or damage 1 Switching on wipers 2 Switc...

Page 72: ...ed wiper activation Cleaning windshield and headlamps Pull the lever arrow 4 Washer fluid is sprayed onto the windshield and the wipers are operated for a short time When the vehicle lighting system is switched on the headlamps are cleaned at regular and appropriate intervals Do not use the washers if there is any danger that the fluid will freeze on the windshield If you do your vision could be o...

Page 73: ...rs while cruise control is acti vated The system is deactivated when you drive at very low engine speeds for an extended period 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 previously stored speed Maintaining current speed Briefly press the lever arrow 1 or pull it briefly ar...

Page 74: ...lector lever is moved into the neutral position when the selector lever of the sport auto matic transmission with double clutch is moved into the neutral position 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 Wa...

Page 75: ...with to main tain the distance setting selected If the vehicle ahead speeds up or when the lane ahead becomes clear your vehicle will accelerate to the speed you have selected by increasing the throttle setting and shifting gears automatically or by the driver as needed Your selected speed will be held when driving downhill too Since this Active Cruise Control system is a new technology and operat...

Page 76: ...lever arrow 2 at a driving speed of more than approx 20 mph or 30 km h The car s current speed is stored It is displayed on the speedometer and briefly in the instru ment cluster Increasing desired speed Press or briefly press the lever to the resistance point or beyond arrow 1 until the desired speed is displayed Each time the lever is briefly pressed to the resistance point the desired speed is ...

Page 77: ...vening when the system does not recognize any objects for a longer time e g on infre quently traveled roads without a shoulder or guard rails or if the radar sensor is covered with dirt refer to page 77 when the parking brake is engaged When the system is deactivated you must brake the vehicle yourself and or maneuver as necessary otherwise there is a risk of accidents Warning lamp The warning lam...

Page 78: ...is tance to the vehicle ahead This indicator does not release you from your responsibility to adapt your desired speed and driving style to prevailing driving conditions The indicator 2 flashes in yellow The prerequisites for operating Active Cruise Control are not met e g as a result of ABS or DSC interventions Active Cruise Con trol is deactivated You can reactivate the sys tem if desired by bri...

Page 79: ...heightened amount of alertness Active Cruise Control is not and must not be used as a collision avoidance warning system If while your vehicle is actively following a vehi cle in front of you and the vehicle ahead speeds up or the lane ahead becomes clear then your vehicle will accelerate to the speed you have selected Be aware that changing to a clear unobstructed lane will also result in your ve...

Page 80: ... possible that in curves or on the peaks and val leys of hilly roads a vehicle ahead may be rec ognized late or not at all Therefore it is up to the driver to select a speed that is prudent in view of the curves and terrain of the roadway In approaching a curve it is possible that Active Cruise Control would react briefly to a vehicle in the adjacent lane In addition the system can sense if your v...

Page 81: ...nits of measure miles or km for the odometer as well as 7 or 6 for the outside temperature refer to page 85 The setting is stored for the remote control cur rently in use Time outside temperature display Setting the time refer to page 87 Outside temperature warning When the displayed temperature sinks to approx 377 36 a signal sounds and a warning lamp lights up There is an increased risk of black...

Page 82: ...3 If the tilt of the vehicle varies for a longer period when you are driving in mountainous areas for example the indicator may fluctuate slightly Reserve Once the fuel level has fallen to the reserve zone a message briefly appears on the Control Display and the cruising range for the remaining amount of fuel is displayed on the computer Under a cruising range of approx 30 miles 50 km the message ...

Page 83: ...th the vehicle parked and the engine switched off are not included in the calculations of average speed With the trip computer refer to page 83 you can have the average speed for another trip dis played To reset average speed press the button in the turn signal high beam lever for approx 2 sec onds Average fuel consumption The average fuel consumption is calculated for the time during which the en...

Page 84: ...ation Trip distance Both displays show The average speed and the average fuel consumption Resetting the fuel consumption and speed You can reset the values for average speed and average consumption 1 Select the respective menu entry 2 Press the controller to confirm your selec tion Resetting the trip computer You can reset all values 1 Vehicle Info 2 Trip computer 3 Reset Online Edition for Part n...

Page 85: ... are on instrument lighting brightness 112 4 Calling up Check Control 89 5 Checking oil level 256 6 Setting the time 87 7 Setting the date 89 8 Viewing service requirement display 85 Exiting displays The outside temperature reading and the time reappear when you press button 2 or if you make no entries within approx 15 seconds If required complete the current setting first Online Edition for Part ...

Page 86: ...art the engine or switch on the ignition The extent of service work required can be read out from the remote control by your dealership Service Advisor For certain maintenance operations you can view the respective distance remaining or due date individually in the instrument cluster 1 Switch on the ignition refer to page 60 2 Push button 1 in the turn signal high beam lever up or down repeatedly ...

Page 87: ...l up additional information on the maintenance regimen on the Control Display 1 Vehicle Info 2 Vehicle status 3 Service required Required maintenance procedures and legally mandated inspections are displayed You can request more detailed information on every entry Select the entry and press the controller To exit from the menu Move the controller to the left Symbols No service is currently require...

Page 88: ...ting The date entry is stored To exit from the menu Move the controller to the left More information on the BMW Maintenance System can be found on page 260 Automatic Service Request Data regarding the maintenance status or legally mandated inspections of the vehicle are automatically transmitted to your BMW center prior to a service due date You can check when your BMW center was notified 1 Vehicl...

Page 89: ...d 2 Settings Setting the time 1 Settings 2 Time Date 3 Time 4 Turn the controller until the desired hours are displayed and then 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 and press the controller The time format is stored Sett...

Page 90: ...roller 5 Create 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 Check Control The concept The Check Control monitors vehicle functions and alerts you to any malfunctions in the sys tems monitored Such a Check Control mes sage includes indicator and warning lamps in the ins...

Page 91: ... select from among the following functions in the supplementary text messages Service request Contact your BMW center Roadside Assistance Contact BMW Roadside Assistance Hiding Check Control messages Press the button on the turn signal high beam lever Some Check Control messages are dis played continuously and remain visible until the malfunction has been rectified If several malfunctions occur at...

Page 92: ...he outside tem perature and the time Via iDrive 1 Vehicle Info 2 Vehicle status 3 Check Control 4 Select the text message Speed limit You can enter a speed and a Check Control message will indicate when you reach this speed This enables you for example to receive warnings if you exceed a speed limit in an urban area You are only warned of reaching this speed a second time if your vehicle speed fal...

Page 93: ...e desired language The setting is stored for the remote control cur rently in use Setting the voice dialog Switch between a standard dialog and a short dialog 1 Settings 2 Language Units 3 Speech mode 4 Select the desired dialog The setting is stored for the remote control cur rently in use Brightness of the Control Display The brightness is automatically adapted to the ambient lighting conditions...

Page 94: ...r until the desired setting is selected 5 Press the controller The setting is stored for the remote control cur rently in use In bright conditions for example the brightness control may not be clearly visi ble Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 902 533 03 12 BMW AG ...

Page 95: ...d to the system warning being issued too late Switching on automatically With the engine running or the ignition switched on the system is activated after approx one second when you shift into reverse or move the automatic transmission selector lever to position R Wait this short period before driving Switching off automatically After approx 160 ft 50 m of driving or above approx 20 mph or 30 km h...

Page 96: ...urces outside or inside the car can drown out the PDC signal Therefore always drive cautiously otherwise there is a risk of personal injury or property damage Driving stability control systems Your BMW has a number of systems that help to maintain the vehicle s stability even in adverse driving conditions ABS Antilock Brake System ABS prevents locking of the wheels during braking Safe steering res...

Page 97: ...C OFF is displayed in the instrument cluster DSC is deactivated Dynamic Traction Control DTC DTC is a version of DSC in which the drive out put is optimized for particular road conditions e g unplowed snow covered roads The sys tem assures the maximal drive output but with reduced driving stability It is therefore neces sary to drive with appropriate caution You may find it useful to briefly activ...

Page 98: ...htly more than double walking speed and maintained Increasing or decreasing speed You can use the accelerator or brakes to vary this automatically controlled speed within a range of between approx 3 mph 5 km h and 20 mph 25 km h You can specify a target speed within the same range by using the lever of the cruise control 1 To increase speed 2 To decrease speed Activating HDC Press the button the L...

Page 99: ...flation pressure was correct otherwise reliable signaling of a flat tire is not ensured Each time a tire inflation pressure has been cor rected or a wheel or tire has been changed reinitialize the system System limitations Sudden serious tire damage caused by external influences cannot be indicated in advance A natural steady pressure loss in all four tires is not detected Therefore check the tire...

Page 100: ...alized The system must then be initialized Possible driving distance with complete loss of tire pressure The distance it is possible to drive with a flat tire depends on the load and the stress on the vehi cle while driving With an average load it may be possible to drive for approx 50 miles 80 km When driving with damaged tires the handling characteristics change e g the vehicle will skid sooner ...

Page 101: ... other systems or devices with the same transmission fre quency Status display The current status of the Tire Pressure Monitor TPM can be displayed on the Control Display e g whether or not the TPM is active 1 Vehicle Info 2 Vehicle status 3 Tire Pressure Monitor TPM The status is displayed Status indicator on the Control Display The color of the tires represents the status of the tires and the sy...

Page 102: ...is a flat tire or substantial loss of tire pressure in the indicated wheel The system was not reset after a wheel change and thus issues a warning based on the inflation pressures initialized last Reduce speed and stop the vehicle with cau tion Avoid sudden braking and steering maneuvers If the vehicle is not equipped with run flat tires do not continue driving continuing to drive can result in se...

Page 103: ...ights up continu ously the large warning lamp lights up in yellow The tires appear in gray in the Control Display No punctures can be detected Display in the following situations A wheel without TPM electronics has been installed Have it checked by your BMW center Malfunction Have the system checked Tire Pressure Monitor was unable to com plete the resetting process Reset the sys tem again The sma...

Page 104: ...ch you are driving When you are driving in the low speed range e g in a town or when parking the steering angle is increased i e steering becomes very direct and less effort is required to turn the wheels In the higher speed range on the other hand the steering angle is reduced as the speed increases This improves the handling of your BMW over the entire speed range In critical situations the syst...

Page 105: ...l impacts in which safety belts alone cannot pro vide adequate restraint When needed the head and side airbags help provide protection in the event of side impact The relevant side air bag supports the side upper body area The head air bag supports the head The airbags have been designed to not be trig gered in every collision situation e g not in minor accidents or rear end collisions Do not appl...

Page 106: ...6 The front and side airbags can also be deacti vated by adolescents and adults sitting in cer tain positions the indicator lamp for the front passenger airbags lights up In such cases the passenger should change his or her sitting position so that the front passenger airbags are activated and the indicator lamp goes out If the desired airbag status cannot be achieved by changing the sitting posit...

Page 107: ... event of an accident of suf ficient severity or an extreme tilt in the car s lon gitudinal axis The protection bars behind the rear head restraints deploy within fractions of a second As a supplementary system to the reinforced windshield frame the rollover protection sys tem increases the safety of the vehicle occu pants Always keep the area of movement of the rollover protection system clear In...

Page 108: ...e any modifications to the individual components of the rollover protection system or its cabling Work on the rollover protection system should be performed only by your BMW center Incorrectly performed work on the system may lead to system failure or incorrect operation To check the system and ensure flawless long term operation always observe the service intervals refer to page 85 Online Edition...

Page 109: ...herwise the bat tery might not have enough power to start the engine It is preferable to switch on the left hand or right hand roadside parking lamps refer to page 110 Low beams The low beams light up when the light switch is in position 2 and the ignition is on Automatic headlamp control When the switch is in position 3 the low beams are switched on and off automatically depend ing on ambient lig...

Page 110: ... a cer tain time Setting duration 1 Settings 2 Lighting 3 Pathway light 4 Set a time of duration or deactivate the function The setting is stored for the remote control cur rently in use Daytime running lights The daytime running lights light up in switch position 0 1 and 3 They are less powerful than the low beams The tail lamps may also light up Activating deactivating daytime running lights 1 S...

Page 111: ... switching on the lamps on the side of the car facing the road when parked Switching on After parking the vehicle press the lever up or down beyond the pressure point for a longer period arrow 3 The roadside parking lamps drain the bat tery Therefore do not leave them on for unduly long periods of time otherwise the bat tery might not have enough power to start the engine Switching off Press the l...

Page 112: ...bstitute for the driver s personal judgment of when to use the high beams Therefore manually switch off the high beams in situations where this is required to avoid a safety risk The system is not fully functional in situations such as the following and driver intervention may be necessary In very unfavorable weather conditions such as fog or heavy precipitation In detecting poorly lit road users ...

Page 113: ...s in the dis play accompanied by the brightness set ting and scale the word SET 2 Press button 2 3 Push button 1 up or down to select the desired brightness level 4 Press button 2 The display again shows the outside tem perature and the time Interior lamps The interior lamps the footwell lamps entry lamps trunk lamp and courtesy lamps are con trolled automatically The LEDs for the courtesy lamps a...

Page 114: ... and courtesy lamps permanently press the button for the front interior lamps for about 3 seconds Reading lamps There are reading lamps at the front and rear next to the interior lights To switch on and off press the button Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 902 533 03 12 BMW AG ...

Page 115: ...ot be available in a vehicle for example due to the special options or national market version selected This also applies to safety related functions and systems Overview 1 Airflow directed toward the windshield and side windows 2 Air to the upper body area Draft free ventilation 117 3 Air to the footwell 4 Air distribution manual 5 Temperature left side 6 Maximum cooling Online Edition for Part n...

Page 116: ...witched back on by pressing the AUTO button The cooling function is switched on automatically and the manual air distribution setting is cleared Temperature Turn to set the desired tempera ture The automatic climate control achieves this temperature as quickly as possible regardless of the season using maximum cooling or heating power if nec essary and then maintains it Avoid rapid switching betwe...

Page 117: ...ate is lowered or switched off entirely to reduce the drain on the battery The display remains the same Automatic recirculated air control AUC Recirculated air mode You can respond to unpleasant odors or pollut ants in the immediate environment by tempo rarily suspending the supply of outside air The system then recirculates the air currently within the vehicle Press the button repeatedly to selec...

Page 118: ...ff Switching off With the blower at its lowest set ting press the left side of the but ton to switch off the automatic cli mate control All displays are cleared except for the rear win dow defroster if it is switched on The outside air supply is blocked when the automatic climate control is switched off If the air quality deteriorates or the window fogs over switch the system back on and increase ...

Page 119: ...rature as of radio readiness The parked car ventilation remains switched on for approx 30 minutes Two different switch on times can be preselected The system can also be switched on and off directly Due to its high power consumption it should not be switched on twice in a row without driv ing in between to allow the battery to recharge The air emerges from the air vents for the upper body area in ...

Page 120: ... climate Control Display lights up The symbol on the automatic climate Control Display flashes when the system has switched on The respective system is switched on within the next 24 hours only After these have elapsed it must be reactivated Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 902 533 03 12 BMW AG ...

Page 121: ... inte grated universal remote control to operate a device always inspect the immediate area to make certain that no people animals or objects are within the pivoting or travel range of the device being operated Also follow the safety instructions supplied with the hand held transmitter For security reasons make sure to delete the stored functions before selling the vehicle refer to page 122 Compat...

Page 122: ...e LED flashes and lights up repeat edly for approx 20 seconds In devices with an alternating code system the Integrated universal remote control and the device must also be synchronized For information about synchronizing can also be found in the operating instructions for the device to be set Programming will be easier with the aid of a second person Synchronizing 1 Park your vehicle within the r...

Page 123: ...ains lit during transmis sion of the radio signal Deleting stored functions Simultaneously hold down the right and left buttons on the inside mirror for approx 20 sec onds until the LED on the inside mirror flashes rapidly All stored functions are deleted The functions cannot be deleted individually Digital compass 1 Adjustment button 2 Display The display shows you the main or secondary compass d...

Page 124: ...in the vicinity of your vehicle and that you have enough space to drive in a circle 2 Set the currently valid compass zone 3 Convertible ensure that the retractable hardtop is fully closed 4 Press the adjustment button for approx 6 7 seconds to call up C Then drive in a complete circle at least once at a maximum speed of 5 mph 7 km h If the calibration is successful display C is replaced with the ...

Page 125: ...ou lock the vehicle from the outside the glove compartment is locked as well USB interface for data transmission Port for importing and exporting data on USB devices e g music collections refer to page 185 Observe the following when connecting Do not use force when plugging the con nector into the USB audio interface Do not connect devices such as fans or lamps to the USB audio interface Do not co...

Page 126: ...Nets are provided on the front seat backrests Do not place unsecured objects in them otherwise they could endanger the car s occupants e g in the event of braking or eva sive maneuvers Do not place non slip pads e g anti slip mats on the dashboard the materials of these pads may damage it Storage compartments in the rear console Depending on your vehicle s equipment ver sion the following storage ...

Page 127: ...e cover in the center and push in the cupholder Coupe rear There are two additional cupholders in the rear center armrest Press the front of the armrest Convertible rear There are two additional cupholders in the rear console Press the button to open Before folding down the rear seat back rest or using the transport bag remove all containers from the cupholder and close it Do not place objects int...

Page 128: ...witched on you can use electrical devices such as a hand lamp car vacuum cleaner etc if at least one of the following sock ets is available The total load of all sockets should not exceed 140 watts at 12 volts Avoid damaging the sockets by attempting to insert plugs of unsuitable shape or size Do not connect battery chargers to the sockets built into the vehicle at the plant doing so may damage th...

Page 129: ...d luggage refer to page 140 Convertible Cargo loading Enlarging the trunk When the hardtop is closed you can enlarge the trunk To do so push the trunk partition upward Before opening the hardtop push the trunk par tition down until it engages on both sides Before moving the hardtop ensure that there are no objects on or next to the trunk partition otherwise parts of the hardtop may be damaged Do n...

Page 130: ...age in the trunk if it has been appropriately secured For more information on loading the vehicle refer to page 139 Storage compartment behind the rear seat backrest A storage compartment is located behind the rear seat backrest To access the storage com partment remove the insert or fold down the rear seat backrest When the rear seat backrest is folded down or the insert has been removed only tra...

Page 131: ...ible To lift grab hold of the floor panel at the open ing at the rear of the panel Lashing eyes You will find lashing eyelets in the trunk for securing luggage items with nets or tensioning straps refer to page 140 Coupe ski bag The ski bag is designed for safe clean transport of up to 4 pairs of standard skis or up to 2 snow boards With the ski bag you can stow skis with a length of up to 6 9 ft ...

Page 132: ...nvertible through loading opening with integrated transport bag The transport bag is designed for safe clean transport of up to 4 pairs of standard skis or up to 2 snowboards When the rear seat backrest is folded up you can remove the insert and use the transport bag with the regular through loading opening To transport larger objects you can fold down the rear seat backrest to create an expanded ...

Page 133: ...the transport bag if you do not need its full length Securing cargo After loading secure the transport bag and its contents Tighten the retaining strap on the tensioning buckle for this purpose Secure the transport bag in the manner described otherwise it could endanger the car s occupants e g in case of heavy brak ing or sudden swerving To store the transport bag perform the steps described for l...

Page 134: ...133 Practical interior accessories Controls Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 902 533 03 12 BMW AG ...

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Page 136: ...This section provides you with information useful in dealing with specific driving and operating conditions Driving tips Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 902 533 03 12 BMW AG ...

Page 137: ...nitial break in period Therefore drive cautiously during the first 200 miles 300 km Brake system Brakes require an initial break in period of approx 300 miles 500 km to achieve optimized contact and wear patterns between brake pads and rotors Drive cautiously during this break in period Clutch The function of the clutch reaches its optimal level only after a distance driven of approx 300 miles 500...

Page 138: ...ake your foot off the accel erator and coast in a suitable gear The fuel supply is interrupted when coasting Switch off the engine during lengthy stops Switch off the engine when stopping for lengthy periods e g at traffic lights railroad crossings or in traffic congestions Switch off functions you do not need at the moment Functions such as the air conditioner seat heating or rear window defroste...

Page 139: ... than 1 ft 30 cm and then only at walking speed at the most Otherwise the vehicle s engine the electrical systems and the transmission may be damaged Use the parking brake on inclines On inclines do not hold the vehicle for a lengthy period using the clutch use the parking brake instead Otherwise greater clutch wear will result For more information about the drive off assis tant refer to page 98 B...

Page 140: ...s where brake applications are less frequent there is an increased tendency for corrosion to form on rotors while contaminants accumulate on the brake pads This occurs because the minimum pressure which must be exerted by the pads during brake applications to clean the rotors is not reached Should corrosion form on the brake rotors the brakes will tend to respond with a pulsating effect that even ...

Page 141: ... trailer part of the load from your trailer will be transferred to your vehicle Consult the manual for transporting a trailer to determine how this may reduce the available cargo and luggage load capacity of your vehicle Load The permissible load is the total of the weight of occupants and cargo luggage The greater the weight of the occupants the less cargo lug gage can be transported Stowing carg...

Page 142: ...udden swerves etc and endanger the occu pants Only attach the cargo straps using the lashing eyes shown in the illustration Do not secure cargo with the anchors for tether straps refer to page 58 otherwise these could be damaged Coupe roof mounted luggage rack A special rack system is available as an option for your BMW Comply with the directions given in the installation instructions Mounting poi...

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Page 144: ...hapter describes how you can enter destinations and specify your route so that your navigation system guides you reliably to your destination Navigation Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 902 533 03 12 BMW AG ...

Page 145: ...n also be accessed directly with the button on the controller Navigation data General information Navigation data and authorization codes are available from your BMW center Navigation data are stored in the vehicle and can be updated Depending on the data volume a data update may take several hours Update data while driving to reduce the drain on the battery Only the main functions of the navigati...

Page 146: ...m Navigation Removing navigation DVD 1 Press button 1 The DVD emerges slightly from the drive 2 Remove the DVD Querying status 1 Press the button 2 Navigation update Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 902 533 03 12 BMW AG ...

Page 147: ...on entry via BMW Assist refer to page 151 You can also store a navigation destination on the programmable memory keys refer to page 23 Entering a destination manually To make it easier to enter town city names and street names the system assists you with auto matic name completion and entry comparison refer to page 155 This makes it possible to enter different spellings and completes your entry au...

Page 148: ... digits 4 Change to the list of postal codes and towns cities 5 Highlight the entry 6 Select an entry Entering street and intersection 1 Select Street or displayed street 2 Enter the street and cross street the same way you entered the town city After you enter the street you can also enter the cross street or the house number If there are several streets with the same name 1 Change to the list of...

Page 149: ...ress book 1 Navigation 2 Address book Contacts with addresses are displayed if these addresses have been checked as destinations If the contacts with addresses from the mobile phone are not displayed they first need to be checked as destinations refer to page 214 3 Select a contact in the list or if so desired using the A Z search 4 Select Business address or Home address Storing a destination in ...

Page 150: ...s as a destination The home address must be created Specifying a home address refer to page 224 1 Navigation 2 Address book 3 Home 4 Start guidance Last destinations The last destinations are stored automatically These destinations can be called up and used as a destination for destination guidance Opening the last destinations 1 Navigation 2 Last destinations 3 Select the destination 4 Start guid...

Page 151: ...nter town city 4 Category 5 Select category 6 Category details For some special destinations it is possible to select several category details Move the controller toward the left to exit category details 7 Keyword 8 Enter keyword A list of the special destinations is dis played 9 Select the special destination Details are displayed If several details are stored then you can scroll through the page...

Page 152: ... scale and the category Destination entry via BMW Assist A connection to the BMW Concierge service is established refer to page 225 1 Navigation 2 Enter address 3 Open Options 4 BMW Assist dest entry Displaying special destinations in the map To display symbols of the special destinations in the map 1 Navigation 2 Map 3 Open Options 4 Display Points of Interest 5 Select the settings Destination en...

Page 153: ...ns on the voice activation system refer to page 25 During the destination entry by voice you can switch between voice operation and entry via iDrive at any time To do so reacti vate the voice activation system if neces sary Having the possible spoken commands read aloud Voice commands Saying the entries With the Professional navigation system City town street and house number can be entered with a...

Page 154: ... the town city is selected and press the controller Entering a street or intersection The street or intersection is entered in the same manner as the town city Entering a house number Depending on the data in the navigation sys tem house numbers up to the number 2 000 can be entered Starting destination guidance Destination guidance starts immediately Planning a trip with intermediate destinations...

Page 155: ...ip list Delete existing trips as necessary to permit you to store new trips 1 Open Options 2 Store trip 3 Enter a name 4 OK The trip is stored in the trip list under the entered name Selecting a stored trip 1 Navigation 2 Stored trips 3 Select the desired trip 4 Start guidance Trips changing Changing the trip direction Intermediate destinations are displayed in reverse order in the list 1 Map 2 Gu...

Page 156: ...was not reached during the last trip destination guidance can be resumed Resume guidance Route criteria General information You can influence the calculated route by selecting certain trip criteria Route criteria can be changed during desti nation entry and during route guidance Street types are part of the navigation data and are taken into account in route plan ning e g avoiding highways The pro...

Page 157: ...ew Lane information Traffic bulletins Distance to the next change of direction Street name of the next change of direction Lane information In the arrow display the recommended lanes of multi lane roads are each marked with a trian gle Filled triangle optimum lane Empty triangle likewise possible lane It can however also be possible to briefly make additional lane changes Displaying the list of ro...

Page 158: ...ed filling station is started Add as another destination the filling sta tion is incorporated into the route Destination guidance through voice instructions Switching voice instructions on off Voice instructions can be switched on or off during destination guidance 1 Navigation 2 Map 3 Voice instructions For rapid access the feature can be stored on a programmable memory key refer to page 23 Repea...

Page 159: ...ute or direction of travel Traffic bulletins refer to page 159 Planned route After route guidance is started the planned route is displayed on the map Status boxes Show hide press the controller Upper status box time phone details and entertainment details Lower status box symbol for active route guidance traffic bulletin status arrival time and distance from destination Toolbar The following func...

Page 160: ...eatedly until the split screen content is selected 4 Select Split screen content or scale 5 Select the map view Arrow display Map facing north Map direction of travel Map view with perspective Position Exit ramp view Traffic conditions gray map 6 To change the scale switch to the split screen and turn the controller Traffic bulletins Overview You can display the traffic bulletins from radio statio...

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Page 162: ...ic bulletins Semi dynamic route guidance With traffic bulletin reception switched on semi dynamic route guidance is active The system takes into account the existing traf fic bulletins during route guidance A message is displayed as a function of the route the traffic bulletins and the possible alternate routes In the event of a traffic obstruction an alternate route will be suggested if possible ...

Page 163: ...ructions The system does not point out traffic obstructions along the original route Traffic bulletins will continue to be dis played on the map Depending on the type of road and the nature and length of the traffic obstruction the route can also be calculated so that you travel through the traffic obstruction Certain hazards are displayed regardless of the setting To activate dynamic route guidan...

Page 164: ...red Input any street in the selected town city and start destination guidance The destination guidance does not accept a destination The destination data is not contained in the navigation data Choose a destination as close as possible to the original one The letters for a destination cannot be selected during destination entry The stored data do not contain the data of the destination Select a de...

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Page 166: ...Operation of the radio CD equipment and external audio devices as well as their tone settings are described in this chapter Entertainment Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 902 533 03 12 BMW AG ...

Page 167: ...able memory keys refer to page 23 Voice activation system Buttons near the CD DVD player 1 Sound output for entertainment on off vol ume Press switch on off When you switch on the unit the last set radio station or track is played Turn adjusting the volume 2 Eject the CD DVD 3 CD DVD drive 4 FM AM change the radio station wave band 5 MODE change the audio and video sources 6 Station scan track sea...

Page 168: ...tored for the remote control currently in use Treble bass balance fader Treble treble adjustment Bass bass adjustment Balance left right volume distribution Fader front rear volume distribution Adjustments 1 CD Multimedia Radio or Settings 2 Tone 3 Select the desired tone setting 4 To adjust turn the controller 5 To store press the controller Equalizer You can set individual sound frequency ranges...

Page 169: ...ume of the PDC acoustic sig nal relative to the entertainment sound out put Gong the volume of the acoustic signal e g for the acoustic Safety Belt Reminder relative to the entertainment sound output Microphone volume of the microphone during a phone conversation Loudspeak volume of the speaker dur ing a phone conversation Adjustments 1 CD Multimedia Radio or Settings 2 Tone 3 Volume settings 4 Se...

Page 170: ...reception of the fol lowing stations FM and AM HD Radio Satellite radio Selecting a station Press the knob if the sound output is switched off 1 Radio 2 FM or AM 3 Select the desired station The selected station is stored for the remote control currently in use Changing stations Turn the controller and press it or press the button for the corresponding direction or press the buttons on the steerin...

Page 171: ...memory location The stations are stored for the remote control currently in use Via programmable memory keys You can store a station on the programmable memory keys refer to page 23 1 Select a station 2 Press and hold the desired button RDS Radio Data System In the FM waveband additional information is transmitted via RDS If the reception conditions are good the station names are shown on the Cont...

Page 172: ...nal information on the current track such as the name of the artist 1 Select the desired station 2 Open Options 3 Station info Selecting a substation The symbol indicates that a main station also broadcasts additional substations The station name of the main station ends in HD1 The sta tion names of the substations end in HD2 HD3 etc 1 Select the desired station 2 Press the controller 3 Select the...

Page 173: ...activating and deactivating channels Reception is best when you have an unobstructed view to the sky The channel name is displayed in the status line Activating channels The Unsubscribed Channels category contains all disabled channels 1 Radio 2 Satellite radio 3 Category 4 Select the Unsubscribed Channels cate gory 5 Select desired channel The telephone number and electronic serial number ESN are...

Page 174: ...channel is selected Using direct channel entry 1 Radio 2 Satellite radio 3 Set channel 4 Turn the controller until the desired channel is reached and press the controller Storing channel 1 Radio 2 Satellite radio 3 Select All channels or a desired category 4 Select desired channel 5 Press the controller again 6 Press the controller again to confirm the highlighted channel 7 Select the desired memo...

Page 175: ...me shift The red arrow indicates the current play back position The time difference from the live broadcast is displayed next to the cache memory bar For live transmissions live Time shift menu Automatic time shift When the function is activated audio playback is stopped automatically in the event of Incoming and outgoing telephone calls Activation of the voice activation system Muting The audio p...

Page 176: ...Add all teams or a desired team Accessing favorites If an activated favorite is being played the mes sage Favorite alert appears for approx 20 seconds Select Favorites while the alert message is being displayed The displayed favorite will be played If there is no message the system changes to the My Favorites category All of the favorites currently being broadcast can be selected from a list Manag...

Page 177: ... Traffic Jump Cancel Select one of the symbols to deactivate Traffic Jump Automatic update About twice a year Sirius carries out an update of the names and positions of the channels The update occurs automatically and can take sev eral minutes Notes Under some circumstances reception may not be possible e g under certain environ mental or topographical conditions The satellite radio has no influen...

Page 178: ...to read in the data depending on the directory structure Playable formats CD DVD player DVD DVD ROM DVD R DVD R DVD RW DVD RW DVD R DL DVD R DL DVD audio video part only DVD video CD CD ROM CD R CD RW CD DA Compressed audio files MP3 WMA AAC M4A CD changer CD CD ROM CD R CD RW CD DA Starting playback There is a CD DVD in the CD DVD player or a CD in the CD changer 1 CD Multimedia 2 CD DVD 3 Select...

Page 179: ...d CD or DVD 4 Select the directory if necessary To change to a higher level directory move the controller to the left 5 Select a track and press the controller Displaying information about the track If information about a track has been stored it is displayed automatically Artist Album title Number of tracks on the CD DVD Track file name Random sequence playback Random The tracks on the current CD...

Page 180: ...km h and in some market specific versions only with the parking brake engaged or the selector lever of the auto matic transmission is in the park position 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 2 CD DVD 3 Select a CD DVD with video content 4 Select track 5 Select the desired track The CD DVD is start...

Page 181: ...via the DVD menu also refer to the information on your DVD Language 1 Turn the controller during playback 2 Open Options 3 Audio language 4 Select the desired language The languages that are available depend on the DVD Subtitles Subtitles can be selected if they are contained on the DVD 1 Turn the controller during playback 2 Open Options 3 Subtitles 4 Select the desired language or Do not dis pla...

Page 182: ...ed 2 Open Options 3 Additional options 4 Select title 5 Select the desired track VCD SVCD 1 Select track 2 Select the desired track Camera angle The camera angle depends on the DVD 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 no...

Page 183: ... automatically reads in the loaded CDs and is then ready for operation Notes BMW CD DVD players and changers are officially designated Class 1 laser prod ucts Do not operate if the cover is damaged otherwise severe eye damage can result Do not use self recorded CDs DVDs with labels applied as these can become detached during playback due to heat build up and can cause irreparable damage to the dev...

Page 184: ...idity levels or direct sunlight CDs DVDs with copy protection CDs DVDs are often copy protected by the manufacturer This can mean that some CDs DVDs cannot be played or can only be played to a limited extent MACROVISION This product contains copyrighted technology that is based on multiple registered U S pat ents and the intellectual property of the Macro vision Corporation and other manufacturers...

Page 185: ...nd related data are provided by Gracenote Gracenote is the industry stan dard in music recognition technology and related content delivery For more information please visit www gracenote com CD and music related data from Gracenote Inc copyright 2000 2009 Gracenote Gracenote Software copyright 2000 2009 Gracenote This product and service may prac tice one or more of the following U S Patents 5 987...

Page 186: ...service center Storing from a USB device To store music a suitable device must be con nected to the USB interface in the glove com partment Suitable devices USB mass storage devices such as USB flash drives or MP3 players with a USB interface Unsuitable devices USB hard drive USB hubs USB memory card readers with multi ple inserts Apple iPod iPhone Music from Apple iPods iPhones can be played via ...

Page 187: ...utomatically repeated Restarting the music search New search Music search by voice For instructions on the voice activation system refer to page 25 1 Press the button on the steering wheel To select a track directly Say the voice command and the name of the desired track in one command Current playback The list of tracks that was generated last by the music search or the album selected last 1 CD M...

Page 188: ...lection are played back in random order 1 CD Multimedia 2 Music collection 3 Open Options 4 Random Managing music Albums Renaming an album The name of the album if available is automat ically entered when the album is stored If the name is unknown it can be changed later An album cannot be renamed while a track from that album is being played 1 CD Multimedia 2 Music collection 3 Highlight the desi...

Page 189: ...ure there is enough free memory capacity on the USB device Depending on the number of tracks backing up the music collection may take several hours Therefore it is best to perform the backup dur ing a long trip 1 Start the engine 2 Connect the USB medium to the USB inter face in the glove compartment refer to page 124 3 CD Multimedia 4 Music collection 5 Open Options 6 Music data import export 7 B...

Page 190: ... up the center armrest Connection for audio playback TRS connector 1 8 in 3 5 mm The AUX In connection is in the center armrest Connect the headphone connection or line out connection of the device to the jack plug Playback 1 Connect the audio device switch it on and using the audio device select a track 2 CD Multimedia 3 External devices if applicable 4 AUX front Sound is output over the vehicle ...

Page 191: ...ry audio device mobile phone Ask your BMW center for suitable audio devices mobile phones File systems Popular file systems for USB devices are sup ported The format FAT 32 is recommended Audio files Playback of standard audio files is possible MP3 WMA WAV PCM AAC M4A Playback lists M3U WPL PLS Connection via the USB audio interface Lift up the center armrest 1 AUX IN port for audio playback TRS c...

Page 192: ...file directory if applicable composer Track titles are displayed if they have been stored in the Latin alphabet Starting the track search 1 CD Multimedia 2 External devices 3 Select the or symbol 4 Search 5 Select desired category e g Genre Artist All entries are displayed in a list Open A Z search and enter the desired input When a letter is entered the results are filtered using this letter as t...

Page 193: ... Notes Do not expose the audio device to extreme environmental conditions e g very high tem peratures refer to the operating instructions of the audio device Depending on the configuration of the audio files e g bit rates greater than 256 Kbit s proper playback cannot always be ensured Information on connection The connected audio device is supplied with a max power of 500 mA if supported by the d...

Page 194: ...necting Only pair the device when the vehicle is stopped otherwise inattention may lead to endangerment of passengers or other road users 1 CD Multimedia 2 Bluetooth audio 3 Bluetooth audio if applicable 4 Add new phone The Bluetooth name of the vehicle is dis played 5 To perform other operations on the device refer to the owner s manual for the device e g search for and connect Bluetooth device o...

Page 195: ...dio if applicable 4 Select the desired device from the list of paired devices symbol displayed in white device is active as an audio source Playback General information The display of track information depends on the device Operation via the device or iDrive are both possible Playback is interrupted if a data exchange is taking place with a mobile phone that is connected via Bluetooth Starting pla...

Page 196: ...ttery charge remaining Charge the mobile phone in the snap in adapter or via a charging cable Depending on the mobile phone it may only be possible to connect one device to the vehicle Unpair the connected device from the vehicle and only pair and connect one device Is the device no longer responding Switch the device off and back on again Repeat the pairing procedure No music can be played Start ...

Page 197: ...file for the software update in the main directory of a USB data storage device 2 Connect the USB data storage device to the USB interface of the USB audio interface in the center armrest It is not possible to per form the update using the USB interface in the glove compartment 3 Settings 4 Software update 5 Update software 6 USB if applicable 7 Start update 8 OK All of the listed software updates...

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Page 200: ...This chapter describes how to use the telephone BMW Assist and BMW TeleService Communications Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 902 533 03 12 BMW AG ...

Page 201: ...rmit Do not hold the mobile phone in your hand while you are driving use the hands free system instead Otherwise you may endanger vehicle occupants and other road users Snap in adapter The snap in adapter makes it possible Accommodate the mobile phone Recharge its battery Connect it to an external antenna of the vehicle This assures a better network connection and constant sound quality Suitable m...

Page 202: ...udio refer to page 201 A number with at least 4 and at most 16 digits has been established as the Blue tooth passkey Only required once for pair ing Ignition switched on Activating deactivating Bluetooth link Bluetooth is not permitted everywhere Comply with all safety guidelines and regulations 1 Telephone 2 Open Options 3 Bluetooth Additional functions Auxiliary phone A mobile phone can be used ...

Page 203: ...cle on the mobile phone display 6 You will be prompted by iDrive or the mobile phone to enter the same Bluetooth pass key Enter the passkey and confirm or Compare the control number in the vehi cle s display to the control number of the mobile phone Confirm the control number in the mobile phone and in the vehicle OK 7 Select the functions for which the mobile phone is to be used 8 OK If pairing w...

Page 204: ...hen it is reconnected If a device is already connected then these functions are deactivated if neces sary Configuring devices Additional functions can be activated or deacti vated in paired and connected devices 1 Telephone 2 Bluetooth phone 3 Highlight the device to be configured 4 Open Options 5 Configure phone 6 Select the desired functions At least one function must be selected Telephone Addit...

Page 205: ... too high or too low Do not subject your mobile phone to extreme ambient temperatures Telephone functions not possible Is the mobile phone paired as an auxiliary phone and is the auxiliary phone function deactivated Activate the function Outgoing call not possible Connect the mobile phone as a telephone Phone book entries are not displayed not all of them are displayed or they are displayed incomp...

Page 206: ...g Microphone or Loudspeak 5 To adjust turn the controller 6 To store press the controller Incoming call Receiving calls If the number of the caller is stored in the phone book and is transmitted by the network then the name and number of the contact are dis played otherwise only the number is dis played If a contact is assigned more than one phone number then only the name of the caller is dis pla...

Page 207: ...tion may have to be activated by the service provider and the mobile phone may need to be set for this When a second call comes in during an ongoing call a call waiting signal sounds Accept The call is accepted and the existing call is put on hold Establishing a second call Establish another call during an active call 1 Telephone 2 Active calls 3 Hold The existing call is put on hold 4 Dial the ne...

Page 208: ...ode 1 Telephone 2 Select contact from a list or Dial number 3 Keypad dialing 4 Enter a DTMF code Phone book Displays The phone book accesses the contacts of the telephone and shows all contacts for which a phone number is entered The entries can be selected to make a call 1 Telephone 2 Phone book A symbol indicates the storage location of the contacts refer to page 214 Calling a contact Contacts w...

Page 209: ... or all entries Deleting entries depends upon the mobile phone 1 Highlight the entry 2 Open Options 3 Delete entry or Delete list Saving an entry in the contacts 1 Highlight the entry 2 Open Options 3 Store as new contact or Add to existing contact 4 Select contact if necessary 5 Select the type of number Home Busi ness Mobile or Other 6 Complete the entries if necessary 7 Store contact Received c...

Page 210: ...bile phone Calls being conducted using the hands free system can also be continued using the mobile phone if so desired depending on the mobile phone At this point follow the instructions that appear on the display of the mobile phone also refer to the Owner s Manual for the mobile phone Operation by voice With voice activation system Operation refer to page 25 Without voice activation system Depe...

Page 211: ... Redialing Voice phone book Depending on how your vehicle is equipped it may be necessary to create your own voice phone book The entries must be entered using voice com mands and are separate from the memory in the mobile phone Up to 50 entries can be set up Storing the entry Deleting the entry Deleting all entries Reading and selecting the entries Selecting an entry Dial name or Name 1 Dial numb...

Page 212: ...anguage of the voice operation of the mobile phone is preset and cannot be changed via the Control Display Keep the doors windows glass roof and convertible top closed to prevent interfer ence from outside noise Avoid ambient noise in the vehicle while speaking Snap in adapter General information Detailed information on snap in adapters that compatibly support mobile phone functions can be found a...

Page 213: ...tive cap of the antenna connector and from the USB connection of the mobile phone 2 Push the mobile phone with the buttons facing upward toward the electrical connec tions and press down until it engages Removing mobile phone Press the button and remove the mobile phone Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 902 533 03 12 BMW AG ...

Page 214: ...le Do not use Office while driving Make entries only when traffic and road condi tions permit otherwise you may endanger vehicle occupants and other road users by being distracted Requirements A suitable mobile phone is paired with the vehicle and connected In some mobile phones the data access to the mobile phone must be confirmed Time zone time and date refer to page 87 are correctly set on the ...

Page 215: ...are not stored in the mobile phone A copy of the entry is stored in the vehicle and only this copy is dis played Selecting a contact as a destination 1 Select the desired contact 2 Select address With contacts from the mobile phone the address must be compared with the naviga tion data stored in the vehicle In this case Correct the address 3 Start guidance or Add as another desti nation Checking t...

Page 216: ...ore contact in vehicle Contact types Phone numbers and addresses can be assigned various contact types Defining a home address It is possible to store a home address It is listed at the beginning of the contacts 1 Home 2 Create a contact 3 Store contact in vehicle Selecting name sorting Names can be displayed in different orders 1 Office 2 Contacts 3 Open Options 4 Display last first name or Displ...

Page 217: ... the transmission may take several minutes Messages are only dis played completely when the vehicle is stopped Messages from the auxiliary phone are not transmitted To display various messages Text messages Messages from My info Messages from the BMW Concierge ser vice Messages from BMW Info Emails from the mobile phone Displaying messages 1 Office 2 Messages Message type A symbol indicates the ty...

Page 218: ... 2 Open Options 3 Store as new contact or Add to existing contact Using contact data Contact data from deadlines tasks text mes sages e mails and notes can be stored or selected see page 220 Reading text messages aloud Having text messages read aloud refer to page 221 My Info Selecting additional functions Additional functions are available when a mes sage is selected Messages from the Concierge s...

Page 219: ... details If the e mail address is not stored in the con tacts then it may be that only the e mail address is displayed Symbol Function Start guidance or Add as another destination Call If the message contains a number a telephone connection is estab lished Select phone number If the message contains more than one number select the desired number from the list A telephone connection is established ...

Page 220: ...ays can be displayed 1 Office 2 Calendar Appointments of the current day are dis played Selecting calendar day 1 Select date 2 Select desired day or date Next day Date Previous day Today Displaying appointment 1 Select the desired appointment 2 To scroll through appointment if neces sary Turn the controller Select the symbol Using contact data Contact data from deadlines tasks text mes sages e mai...

Page 221: ... Turn the controller Select the symbol Using contact data Contact data from deadlines tasks text mes sages e mails and notes can be stored or selected see page 220 Reading a note aloud Reading a note aloud refer to page 221 Reminders Displaying reminders Reminders for imminent appointments and tasks are displayed After an appointment has passed or a task is due the reminder is no longer displayed ...

Page 222: ...re not displayed The mobile phone is not suitable for the missing function or is not correctly con nected The mobile phone has not been assigned the Office function The mobile phone is connected as an auxil iary phone The appointments are older than 20 days and are more than 50 days in the future The tasks have been marked as completed or are more than 90 days in the future Depending on the number...

Page 223: ... input boxes are already filled with previous entries Delete input fields 4 To fill in the entry fields select the symbol next to the entry field 5 Entering text refer to page 23 When equipped with a navigation system enter address It is only possible to enter addresses that are contained in the naviga tion data stored in the vehicle This ensures that route guidance is possible for all addresses 6...

Page 224: ...tion data stored in the vehicle The address can be checked to ensure this 1 Select the desired contact and highlight the address 2 Open Options 3 Check as destination 4 Correct and store the address if necessary Selecting name sorting Names can be displayed in different orders 1 My contacts 2 Open Options 3 Display last first name or Display first last name Exporting importing contacts Contacts ca...

Page 225: ... service contract was signed with your BMW center or with the BMW Assist Response Center The service must have been fully enabled BMW Assist is activated Services offered Emergency Request when you press the SOS button a connection to the BMW Assist Response Center is established The BMW Assist Response Center then speaks with you and takes further steps to help you Automatic Emergency Request und...

Page 226: ...leService is activated in the vehi cle If TeleService is not activated it is possible to establish a voice contact to the BMW Group Mobile Service For additional uses or to deactivate the ser vices consult your BMW center or contact Cus tomer Relations Concierge service General information The Concierge service of BMW Assist will inform you for example about upcoming events filling station or hote...

Page 227: ... critical to vehicle diagnosis These data are automatically transmitted After transmission of the data a voice connec tion is established to Roadside Assistance BMW Online Overview You can use BMW Online to search the yellow pages 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 register...

Page 228: ... paired a connection is established to Customer Relations Vehicle equipped with BMW Assist or TeleService 1 BMW Assist or ConnectedDrive 2 Customer Relations 3 Start service Service Request Overview Inform your BMW center that you need to schedule a service appointment The Teleser vice data is transmitted during a Service Request If possible your BMW center will establish contact with you Starting...

Page 229: ...e Control Display They can be operated via iDrive Requirements The mobile phone s operating system sup ports the use of apps Software applications are installed on the mobile phone and are operational Suitable mobile phone Appropriate mobile phone contract Additional costs possibly incurred are not included in the price of apps Information about suitable mobile phones available software applicatio...

Page 230: ...or track for example Press the button to move one level up or back within the functions of the mobile phone Press the button twice to return back to the main menu Notes The range of apps that are displayed in the Control Display depends on the range of software applications installed on the mobile phone The data transfer of the software applica tions from the mobile phone to the vehicle may take s...

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Page 232: ...in your car s mobility by supplying important information on vital topics including fuels and lubricants wheels and tires service maintenance and Roadside Assistance Mobility Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 902 533 03 12 BMW AG ...

Page 233: ...nd observe all applicable regulations when handling fuel Do not carry any spare fuel con tainers in your vehicle They can develop a leak and cause an explosion or cause a fire in the event of an accident Vehicles with diesel engines The filler neck is designed for refueling at diesel fuel pumps Fuel filler flap Opening 1 Open the fuel filler flap To do so lightly press the rear edge 2 Turn the fue...

Page 234: ... instructions provided at filling stations otherwise there is a risk of personal injury or property damage Fuel tank capacity Approx 16 1 US gal 61 liters including the reserve capacity of 2 1 US gal 8 liters Fuel specifications Gasoline For optimum fuel consumption the gasoline should be sulfur free or as low in sulfur as pos sible Never use fuels labeled at the fuel pump as metal containing Do n...

Page 235: ...osits or damage Additionally problems relating to drivability starting and stalling may occur especially under certain environmental conditions such as high ambient temperature and high altitude If drivability problems are encountered we rec ommend switching to a high quality gasoline brand and a higher octane grade AKI number for a few tank fills To avoid harmful engine deposits we highly recomme...

Page 236: ... pressure Only check tire inflation pressure when the tires are cold This means after a maximum of 1 25 miles 2 km driving or when the vehicle has been parked for at least 2 hours When tires are warm the tire inflation pressure is higher After correcting the tire inflation pressure reset the Tire Pressure Monitor refer to page 101 or reinitialize the Flat Tire Monitor refer to page 98 Inflation pr...

Page 237: ...t pressures to the respective tire inflation pres sures listed on the following pages in the col umns for traveling speeds including those exceeding 100 mph or 160 km h Otherwise tire damage and accidents could occur Observe all national and local maximum speed limits otherwise violations of the laws could occur Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 902 533 03 12 BMW AG ...

Page 238: ...36 3 0 44 Front 225 45 R 17 91 V 2 2 32 2 5 36 Rear 255 40 R 17 94 V 2 4 35 2 7 39 Front 225 40 R 18 88 W RSC 2 2 32 2 5 36 Rear 255 35 R 18 90 W RSC 2 7 39 2 9 42 Front 225 35 R 19 88 Y XL 2 5 36 2 5 36 Rear 255 30 R 19 91 Y XL 3 0 44 3 0 44 Compact spare wheel T 125 80 R 17 99 M Traveling speeds up to a max of 50 mph 80 km h 4 2 60 With Sport Package 205 55 R 16 91 H M S 225 50 R 16 92 H M S 225...

Page 239: ...speeds up to a max of 50 mph 80 km h 4 2 60 Tire size Pressure specifications in bar psi Traveling speedsup to a max of 100 mph 160 km h Traveling speeds including those exceeding 100 mph 160 km h All pressure specifications in the table are indicated in bar psi with cold tires Cold ambient temperature Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 902 533 03 12 BMW AG ...

Page 240: ... H M S RSC 225 50 R 16 92 H M S RSC 225 45 R 17 91 H M S A S RSC 225 45 R 17 91 H M S RSC 225 45 R 17 91 V RSC 2 2 32 2 6 38 2 4 35 2 9 42 225 45 R 17 94 V M S XL 2 2 32 2 7 39 2 5 36 3 0 44 Front 225 45 R 17 91 V 2 2 32 2 3 33 Rear 255 40 R 17 94 V 2 3 33 2 7 39 Front 225 40 R 18 88 W RSC 2 3 33 2 5 36 Rear 255 35 R 18 90 W RSC 2 6 38 2 9 42 Front 225 35 R 19 88 Y XL 2 7 39 2 7 39 Rear 255 30 R 1...

Page 241: ... 3 33 2 7 39 Rear 255 35 R 18 90 W RSC 2 6 38 3 2 46 Front 225 35 R 19 88 Y XL 2 7 39 2 8 41 Rear 255 30 R 19 91 Y XL 3 0 44 3 2 46 Compact spare wheel T 125 80 R 17 99 M Traveling speeds up to a max of 50 mph 80 km h 4 2 60 Tire size Pressure specifications in bar psi Traveling speedsup to a max of 100 mph 160 km h Traveling speeds including those exceeding 100 mph 160 km h All pressure specifica...

Page 242: ...4 35 2 8 41 Front 225 40 R 18 88 W RSC 2 2 32 2 6 38 Rear 255 35 R 18 90 W RSC 2 7 39 3 1 45 Front 225 40 R 18 88 Y 2 2 32 2 4 35 Rear 255 35 R 18 90 Y 2 7 39 2 8 41 Front 225 35 R 19 88 Y XL 2 6 38 2 6 38 Rear 255 30 R 19 91 Y XL 3 1 45 3 1 45 Compact spare wheel T 125 80 R 17 99 M Traveling speeds up to a max of 50 mph 80 km h 4 2 60 With Sport Package 225 45 R 17 91 H M S 2 2 32 2 7 39 2 6 38 3...

Page 243: ...speeds up to a max of 50 mph 80 km h 4 2 60 Tire size Pressure specifications in bar psi Traveling speedsup to a max of 100 mph 160 km h Traveling speeds including those exceeding 100 mph 160 km h All pressure specifications in the table are indicated in bar psi with cold tires Cold ambient temperature Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 902 533 03 12 BMW AG ...

Page 244: ... 4 35 2 7 39 Front 225 40 R 18 88 W RSC 2 4 35 2 6 38 Rear 255 35 R 18 90 W RSC 2 7 39 2 9 42 Front 225 40 R 18 88 Y 2 4 35 2 4 35 Rear 255 35 R 18 90 Y 2 7 39 2 7 39 Front 225 35 R 19 88 Y XL 2 7 39 2 7 39 Rear 255 30 R 19 91 Y XL 3 1 45 3 1 45 Compact spare wheel T 125 80 R 17 99 M Traveling speeds up to a max of 50 mph 80 km h 4 2 60 With Sport Package 225 45 R 17 91 H M S 2 2 32 2 7 39 2 7 39 ...

Page 245: ...speeds up to a max of 50 mph 80 km h 4 2 60 Tire size Pressure specifications in bar psi Traveling speedsup to a max of 100 mph 160 km h Traveling speeds including those exceeding 100 mph 160 km h All pressure specifications in the table are indicated in bar psi with cold tires Cold ambient temperature Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 902 533 03 12 BMW AG ...

Page 246: ... ambient temperature 225 45 R 17 91 H M S 2 2 32 2 7 39 2 6 38 3 1 45 225 45 R 17 94 V M S XL 2 4 35 2 9 42 3 0 44 3 4 49 Front 225 40 R 18 88 W RSC 2 3 33 2 9 42 Rear 255 35 R 18 90 W RSC 2 8 41 3 4 49 Front 225 40 R 18 88 Y 2 3 33 2 6 38 Rear 255 35 R 18 90 Y 2 8 41 3 1 45 Front 225 35 R 19 88 Y XL 2 7 39 2 9 42 Rear 255 30 R 19 91 Y XL 3 2 46 3 4 49 Compact spare wheel T 125 80 R 17 99 M Travel...

Page 247: ... 44 225 45 R 17 91 H M S 225 45 R 17 91 H M S 2 3 33 2 8 41 2 7 39 3 2 46 225 45 R 17 91 W RSC 2 3 33 2 8 41 2 5 36 3 0 44 225 45 R 17 94 V M S XL 2 4 35 2 9 42 2 7 39 3 2 46 Front 225 45 R 17 91 V 2 2 32 2 5 36 Rear 255 40 R 17 94 V 2 5 36 2 9 42 Front 225 40 R 18 88 W RSC 2 4 35 2 6 38 Rear 255 35 R 18 90 W RSC 2 9 42 3 1 45 Front 225 40 R 18 88 Y 2 4 35 2 4 35 Rear 255 35 R 18 90 Y 2 9 42 2 9 4...

Page 248: ...W RSC 2 9 42 3 4 49 Front 225 40 R 18 88 Y 2 4 35 2 6 38 Rear 255 35 R 18 90 Y 2 9 42 3 1 45 Front 225 35 R 19 88 Y XL 2 7 39 2 9 42 Rear 255 30 R 19 91 Y XL 3 2 46 3 4 49 Compact spare wheel T 125 80 R 17 99 M Traveling speeds up to a max of 50 mph 80 km h 4 2 60 Tire size Pressure specifications in bar psi Traveling speedsup to a max of 100 mph 160 km h Traveling speeds including those exceeding...

Page 249: ... 2 5 36 2 9 42 Front 225 40 R 18 88 W RSC 2 4 35 2 6 38 Rear 255 35 R 18 90 W RSC 2 9 42 3 1 45 Front 225 40 R 18 88 Y 2 4 35 2 4 35 Rear 255 35 R 18 90 Y 2 9 42 2 9 42 Front 225 35 R 19 88 Y XL 2 7 39 2 7 39 Rear 255 30 R 19 91 Y XL 3 2 46 3 2 46 Compact spare wheel T 125 80 R 17 99 M Traveling speeds up to a max of 50 mph 80 km h 4 2 60 With Sport Package 225 45 R 17 91 H M S 2 3 33 2 8 41 2 7 3...

Page 250: ...speeds up to a max of 50 mph 80 km h 4 2 60 Tire size Pressure specifications in bar psi Traveling speedsup to a max of 100 mph 160 km h Traveling speeds including those exceeding 100 mph 160 km h All pressure specifications in the table are indicated in bar psi with cold tires Cold ambient temperature Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 902 533 03 12 BMW AG ...

Page 251: ...old ambient temperature 225 45 R 17 91 H M S 2 3 33 2 8 41 2 7 39 3 2 46 225 45 R 17 94 V M S XL 2 4 35 2 9 42 2 9 42 3 4 49 Front 225 40 R 18 88 W RSC 2 4 35 2 9 42 Rear 255 35 R 18 90 W RSC 2 9 42 3 4 49 Front 225 40 R 18 88 Y 2 4 35 2 6 38 Rear 255 35 R 18 90 Y 2 9 42 3 1 45 Front 225 35 R 19 88 Y XL 2 7 39 2 9 42 Rear 255 30 R 19 91 Y XL 3 2 46 3 4 49 Compact spare wheel T 125 80 R 17 99 M Tra...

Page 252: ... comparative rating based on the wear rate of the tire when tested under controlled conditions on a specified gov ernment test course For example a tire graded 150 would wear one and one half 1γ times as well on the government course as a tire graded 100 The relative performance of tires depends upon the actual conditions of their use how ever and may depart significantly from the norm due to vari...

Page 253: ...inimum tread depth The tread depth should not drop below 0 12 in 3 mm although for example European legisla tion only specifies a minimum tread depth of 0 063 in 1 6 mm At tread depths below 0 12 in 3 mm there is an increased risk of high speed hydroplaning even when only small amounts of water are present on the road surface When winter tires wear down past a tread depth of 0 16 in 4 mm they beco...

Page 254: ...are wheel is available Your BMW center will be glad to advise you BMW recommends that you use only wheel and tire combinations that BMW has tested and approved for your particular vehicle Variations in factors such as manufac turing tolerances mean that even wheels and tires with identical official size ratings could actually have different dimensions which could lead to body contact and thus to s...

Page 255: ...tire Swapping wheels between axles BMW advises against swapping wheels between the front and rear axles even if all tires have the same size as this could impair driving characteristics If the tires are of mixed sizes swapping wheels between the axles is not per missible Run flat tires The symbol identifying run flat tires is a circle with the letters RSC on the sidewall Run flat tires comprise a ...

Page 256: ...e for example due to the special options or national market version selected This also applies to safety related functions and systems Important parts of the engine compartment 1 Expansion tank for coolant refer to page 259 2 Washer fluid filler neck for headlamp clean ing system and window washer system refer to page 71 3 Jump starting connection refer to page 274 4 Filler neck for engine oil ref...

Page 257: ...e that the closing path of the hood is clear otherwise injuries may result If you see any signs while driving your vehicle that the hood is not completely closed stop at once and close it securely Engine oil General information The engine oil consumption is dependent on driving style and operating conditions for example the engine oil consumption is signifi cantly higher with a very sporty driving...

Page 258: ...el down to minimum Add engine oil as soon as possible but no more than 1 US quart 1 liter refer also to Adding engine oil on page 258 4 Oil level is too high Too much oil will harm the engine Have the vehicle checked without delay 5 The oil level sensor is defective Do not add engine oil You can continue your journey Note the newly calculated dis tance remaining to the next oil service refer to pa...

Page 259: ...of engine oil only after a corresponding message is shown on the Control Display Add oil within the next 125 miles 200 km otherwise the engine could be dam aged If the engine oil is too high have the vehi cle checked immediately failure to do so may result in engine damage Keep oils greases etc out of the reach of children and comply with the relevant warnings on the containers Otherwise health ha...

Page 260: ...rature If the coolant and therefore the engine over heats a warning lamp lights up A message appears on the Control Display Checking coolant level Do not add coolant to the cooling system when the engine is hot Escaping coolant can cause burns 1 Do not open the engine hood before the engine has cooled down 2 Turn the cap of the expansion tank a little counterclockwise to allow any accumulated pres...

Page 261: ...check Legally mandated inspections depending on local regulations Service data in the remote control Your vehicle continuously stores service requirement information in the remote control while you are driving Your dealership Service Advisor can read out this data from the remote control unit and propose an optimized mainte nance approach Whenever you take your car in for servicing you should ther...

Page 262: ...sions related components especially the catalytic converter The warning lamp lights up if the fuel cap is not properly tightened and the OBD system assumes that fuel vapor is escaping Make sure that the fuel cap is cor rectly positioned and close it until it audibly clicks Data memory Your vehicle records data about the operation faults and user settings These data are stored in the vehicle and in...

Page 263: ...e doors or windows of the vehicle In enclosed areas pro vide for sufficient ventilation Only use products designed for cleaning vehicles Exterior care Washing the vehicle Especially during the winter months ensure that the vehicle is washed more frequently Heavy soiling and road salt can lead to vehicle damage After washing the vehicle apply the brakes briefly to dry them otherwise water can reduc...

Page 264: ...re washer When using high pressure washers do not spray the sensors e g of the Park Distance Control for an extended period and maintain a distance of at least 1 ft 30 cm from them Manual car wash When washing the vehicle by hand use large quantities of water and car shampoo if neces sary Clean the vehicle with a sponge or wash ing brush applying light pressure only Before cleaning the windshield ...

Page 265: ...hnical reasons dust is generated during braking that is deposited on the light alloy wheels Remove the dust regularly using acid free rim cleaner Do not use aggressive acidic strongly alkaline or abrasive cleaning agents and do not use steam jets hotter than of 1407 606 otherwise damage may occur Outside sensors cameras Keep the sensors and cameras on the outside of the vehicle e g those for Park ...

Page 266: ...ic cleaner if necessary Fine wood parts Clean fine wood trim and fine wood parts with a damp cloth Wipe dry with a soft cloth Safety belts Dirty belt straps impede the reeling action and thus have a negative impact on safety Do not clean chemically as this may destroy the webbing Interior sensors cameras To clean interior sensors and cameras e g of the High beam Assistant use a lint free cloth moi...

Page 267: ...spring arrows 1 and fold out the wiper blade arrow 2 3 Take the wiper blade out of the catch mech anism pulling the blade toward the front To avoid damage make sure that the wiper arms are against the windshield before you open the hood Lamps and bulbs Lamps and bulbs make an essential contribu tion to vehicle safety They should therefore be handled carefully BMW recommends hav ing your BMW center...

Page 268: ... despite driving with the headlamps switched on and additional moisture builds up for example water droplets in the lamps have them checked by your BMW center Xenon lamps These bulbs have a very long service life and are highly unlikely to fail If a xenon lamp fails never theless switch on the fog lamps and continue the journey with great care provided that local legislation does not prohibit this...

Page 269: ...2 While simultaneously lifting the retaining tab rotate bulb holder to the left and remove 3 Remove lamp and replace it To install insert rear end of the lamp and press into place at the front Tail lamps Coupe overview The tail lamps are divided in two parts One part is in the trunk lid the other is in the fender 1 Backup lamp 2 Brake lamp 3 Parking tail lamps 4 Turn signal 5 Brake Force Display l...

Page 270: ...der using the screwdriver from the onboard vehicle tool kit 2 Pry out the plastic plugs in the trim of the trunk lid using a screwdriver and remove the trim 3 Release the bulb holder see arrow and remove 4 Apply gentle pressure to the bulb while turning it to the left for removal and replace ment 5 Attach the bulb holder 6 Reattach the trim of the trunk lid and the holder for the warning triangle ...

Page 271: ...onnect battery chargers to the sockets built into the vehicle at the plant doing so may damage the vehicle Jump starting terminals Only charge the battery in the vehicle via the terminals in the engine compartment with the engine off Connections refer to Jump starting on page 274 Power failure After a temporary power loss the functioning of some equipment may be limited and require reinitializatio...

Page 272: ...sport and storage Always secure the battery against tipping over during trans port Fuses Never attempt to repair a blown fuse and do not replace a defective fuse with a sub stitute of another color or amperage rating oth erwise this could lead to a circuit overload ulti mately resulting in a fire in the vehicle Open the cover in the glove compartment and remove it Plastic tweezers are located on t...

Page 273: ... of the subscriber contract with BMW Assist the BMW Assist system can be deactivated by a BMW center without a work shop visit After the system is deactivated it is no longer possible to make Emergency Requests It may be possible for a BMW center to reacti vate the system after a new contract has been signed Sending an Emergency Request 1 Briefly press the cover flap to open 2 Press the SOS button...

Page 274: ...und the clock in many countries You can obtain support there in the event of a break down First aid pouch Some of the articles contained in the first aid pouch have a limited service life Therefore check the expiration dates of the contents reg ularly and replace any items in good time if nec essary Coupe The first aid pouch is located on the right hand side of the trunk in a storage area Converti...

Page 275: ... consumers in both vehicles There must not be any contact between the bodies of the two vehicles otherwise there is a danger of shorting Connecting jumper cables Connect the jumper cables in the correct order so that no sparks which could cause injury occur Your BMW has a jump starting connection in the engine compartment which acts as the bat tery s positive terminal refer also to the Engine comp...

Page 276: ...tow fitting must always be carried in the car It can be screwed in at the front or rear of the BMW Coupe it is stored in the onboard vehicle tool kit underneath the cover on the right hand side of the trunk refer to page 266 Convertible it is stored in the onboard vehicle tool kit underneath the trunk floor refer to page 266 Use only the tow fitting provided with the vehicle and screw it all the w...

Page 277: ...ow fitting or body and chassis parts otherwise dam age may result With a tow bar The towing vehicle must not be lighter than the towed vehicle otherwise it may be impossible to maintain control The tow fittings used should be on the same side on both vehicles Should it prove impossi ble to avoid mounting the tow bar at an angle please observe the following Clearance and maneuvering capability will...

Page 278: ...be tow started when the engine is cold vehicles with an automatic transmission or Sport automatic transmission with double clutch cannot be tow started at all 1 Switch on hazard warning flashers comply with local regulations 2 Switch on the ignition refer to page 60 3 Shift into 3rd gear 4 Have the vehicle tow started with the clutch depressed and slowly release the clutch After the engine starts ...

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Page 280: ...chapter contains technical data short commands for the voice activation system and an index that will help you find information most quickly Reference Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 902 533 03 12 BMW AG ...

Page 281: ...s offered in the model range is described For this reason descrip tions will be given of some equipment that may not be available in a vehicle for example due to the special options or national market version selected This also applies to safety related functions and systems Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 902 533 03 12 BMW AG ...

Page 282: ...se 108 7 in 2 760 mm 2 Vehicle height 54 9 in 1 395 mm Vehicle height 335is 54 1 in 1 375 mm 5 Vehicle length 181 9 in 4 620 mm 3 Vehicle width without exterior mirrors 70 2 in 1 782 mm Smallest turning circle diam 36 1 ft 11 0 m with xDrive 38 7 ft 11 8 m Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 902 533 03 12 BMW AG ...

Page 283: ...m 4 Wheelbase 108 7 in 2 760 mm 2 Vehicle height 54 5 in 1 384 mm Vehicle height 335is 53 9 in 1 370 mm 5 Vehicle length 181 9 in 4 620 mm 3 Vehicle width without exterior mirrors 70 2 in 1 782 mm Smallest turning circle diam 36 1 ft 11 0 m Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 902 533 03 12 BMW AG ...

Page 284: ...pproved rear axle load lbs kg 2 425 1 100 2 447 1 110 2 469 1 120 2 513 1 140 Approved roof load capacity lbs kg 165 75 165 75 165 75 165 75 Trunk capacity cu ft liters 15 5 440 15 5 440 15 2 430 15 2 430 335is Approved gross weight with manual transmission lbs kg 4 497 2 040 Sport automatic transmis sion with double clutch lbs kg 4 519 2 050 Load lbs kg 882 400 Approved front axle load lbs kg 2 1...

Page 285: ...Approved front axle load lbs kg 2 138 970 2 205 1 000 2 227 1 010 Approved rear axle load lbs kg 2 646 1 200 2 646 1 200 2 646 1 200 Approved roof load capacity lbs kg Trunk capacity cu ft liters 7 4 12 4 210 350 7 4 12 4 210 350 7 4 12 4 210 350 Notes Fuel tank US gal liters approx 16 1 61 Fuel grade page 233 including reserve of US gal liters approx 2 1 8 0 Window washer system For more details ...

Page 286: ...ng the possible spoken commands read aloud Voice commands The following short commands are for vehicles with the voice activation system They do not function with equipment packages that permit only the mobile phone to be operated by voice Useful short commands Function Command Opening a music collection Music collection Opening the tone control Tone Opening the settings Settings Accessing the onb...

Page 287: ... CD and DVD C D Displaying entertainment details on the split screen Entertainment details Function Command Searching for music opening the menu Music search Calling up the current playback Current playback Opening a music collection Music collection Playing back a music collection Music collection on Playing back the most frequently played tracks Top fifty Function Command Opening external device...

Page 288: ... up an AM station A M Opening manual search Manual Function Command Calling up the satellite radio Satellite radio Switching on the satellite radio Satellite radio on Selecting a satellite radio channel Select satellite radio e g channel 2 Function Command Opening the stored stations Presets Choosing a stored station Select preset Selecting a stored station Preset e g stored station 2 Function Com...

Page 289: ...laying messages Messages Displaying calendar Calendar Displaying tasks Tasks Displaying reminders Reminders Function Command Select a name Choose name Opening the contacts Contacts My contacts My contacts New contact New contact Function Command Navigation menu Navigation Opening destination entry Enter address Entering an address Enter address Opening destination guidance Guidance Starting destin...

Page 290: ...f travel Perspective map Map perspective view Automatic map scaling Map with automatic scaling Changing the scale Map scale Scale meters Map scale meters e g map scale of 100 meters Scale kilometers Map scale kilometers e g split screen scale of 5 kilometers Function Command Split screen Switch on splitscreen Switching off the split screen Turn off split screen Adapting the split screen Split scre...

Page 291: ...computer Automatically scaling the split screen Split screen automatic scaling Function Command Function Command Entering a new destination Enter address Trip list Stored trips Function Command Opening the contacts Contacts My contacts My contacts New contact New contact Function Command Accessing BMW Assist B M W Assist Accessing ConnectedDrive Connected Drive Accessing BMW Online B M W Online Fu...

Page 292: ...n the Control Display Control display Opening the time and date settings Time and date Opening the language and unit settings Language and units Opening the speed limit settings Speed Opening the light settings Lighting Opening the door lock settings Door locks Opening profiles Profiles Function Command Opening the air conditioning settings Climate Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 902 533 03 12 ...

Page 293: ...al alarms 38 interior motion sensor 37 switching off an alarm 37 tilt alarm sensor 37 ALL program 116 All season tires refer to Winter tires 254 All wheel drive refer to xDrive 97 Ambient air refer to Recirculated air mode 116 Antifreeze coolant 259 washer fluid 71 Antilock Brake System ABS 95 Anti theft alarm system refer to Alarm system 36 Appointments refer to Calendar 219 Approved axle loads r...

Page 294: ...BMW Maintenance System 260 BMW Online 226 BMW webpage 4 Bottle holders refer to Cupholders 126 Brake Assist refer to Dynamic Brake Control DBC 95 Brake fluid refer to Service requirements 85 Brake Force Display 104 Brake lamps Brake Force Display 104 Brake pads 136 breaking in 136 Brake pedal refer to Braking safely 138 Brake rotors 139 brakes 136 breaking in 136 Brakes ABS 95 BMW Maintenance Syst...

Page 295: ...uage on the Control Display 92 Changing the measurement units on the Control Display 85 Changing wheels 269 Chassis number refer to Engine compartment 255 Check Control 89 Child restraint fixing system LATCH 57 Child restraint systems 56 Child seats refer to Transporting children safely 56 Chrome parts 265 Chrome polish 265 Cigarette lighter refer to Lighter 127 Cleaning headlamps 71 washer fluid ...

Page 296: ...board refer to Instrument cluster 12 Dashboard lighting refer to Instrument lighting 112 Data technical capacities 284 dimensions 281 weights 283 Data memory 261 Data transfer 228 Date date format 89 setting 89 Daytime running lights 109 replacing bulbs 267 DBC Dynamic Brake Control 95 Deactivating front passenger airbags 105 Deadlocking refer to Locking 32 Defect door lock 34 fuel filler flap 232...

Page 297: ...check 256 Electronic Stability Program ESP refer to Dynamic Stability Control DSC 95 E mail 218 Emergency actuation automatic transmission refer to Overriding selector lever lock 65 Emergency operation fuel filler flap manual release 232 Emergency operation refer to Manual operation door lock 34 Emergency release trunk lid from inside 36 Emergency Request 272 Emergency services refer to Roadside A...

Page 298: ...e 81 Fuel filler flap 232 releasing in the event of electrical malfunction 232 Fuses 271 G Garage door opener refer to Integrated universal remote control 120 Gasoline refer to Average consumption 82 Gasoline refer to Required fuel 233 Gasoline display refer to Fuel gauge 81 Gas station recommendations 157 Gear indicator automatic transmission with Steptronic 63 Gear indicator refer to Displays in...

Page 299: ... key refer to Remote control with integrated key 30 Ignition key position 1 refer to Radio readiness 60 Ignition key position 2 refer to Ignition on 61 Ignition lock 60 Imprint 2 Incoming call 205 Indicator and warning lamps 13 Tire Pressure Monitor TPM 101 Inflation pressure refer to Tire inflation pressure 235 Inflation pressure monitoring refer to Tire Pressure Monitor TPM 100 Initializing afte...

Page 300: ...tant 110 Low beam headlamps 108 automatic 108 Lower back support refer to Lumbar support 48 Luggage rack refer to Roof mounted luggage rack 141 Lumbar support 48 M M S tires refer to Winter tires 254 Maintenance refer to Service and Warranty Information Booklet for US models or in the Warranty and Service Guide Booklet for Canadian models Maintenance system 260 Malfunction automatic transmission w...

Page 301: ...e section 156 continuing destination guidance 155 destination entry 146 dynamic destination guidance 162 entering a destination by voice 152 entering a destination manually 146 frequently asked questions 163 gas station recommendations 157 planning a trip 153 route list 156 selecting destination via map 151 selecting route criteria 155 special destinations 150 starting destination guidance 155 ter...

Page 302: ...nce refer to First aid pouch 273 Puncture Flat Tire Monitor 98 R Radio position refer to Radio readiness 60 Radio readiness 60 switched off 61 switched on 60 Radio remote key refer to Remote control with integrated key 30 Rain sensor 71 Reading aloud 221 Reading lamps 113 Rear lamps refer to Tail lamps 268 Rear seats adjusting head restraints 50 folding down backrests 128 Rear ventilation 118 Rear...

Page 303: ...brake system 95 driving stability control 95 Dynamic Stability Control DSC 95 rollover protection system Convertible 106 safety belts 52 Safety tires refer to Run flat tires 254 Saving fuel 136 Screen refer to iDrive controls 18 Screw thread for tow fitting 275 Seat adjustment electric 48 mechanical 47 Seat and mirror memory 52 Seat belt reminder refer to Fasten safety belts reminder 53 Seat heati...

Page 304: ...n flat tires 99 with winter tires 254 Speed limit 91 Speed limit warning refer to Speed limit 91 Speedo refer to Speedometer 12 Speedometer 12 Split screen content refer to Selecting the display for the split screen content 22 Sport automatic transmission with double clutch 65 driving dynamics control 68 kickdown 67 Launch Control 69 manually unlocking parking lock 68 neutral 66 reverse gear 66 Sp...

Page 305: ...t message 217 Third brake lamp refer to Center brake lamp 269 Through loadingopeningwith integrated transport bag 131 Through loading system 128 Tilt alarm sensor 37 Tilt function passenger side mirror 54 Timer refer to Preselecting switch on times 118 Tire inflation pressure 235 loss 99 100 Tire pressure monitoring refer to Flat Tire Monitor 98 Tire Pressure Monitor TPM 100 resetting the system 1...

Page 306: ...eter 80 Trips changing 154 Trunk capacity 283 Comfort Access 39 folding up the floor panel 130 lamp refer to Interior lamps 112 opening from inside 35 opening from outside 35 Trunk lid 35 Comfort Access 39 emergency release 36 locking or unlocking separately 36 opening from inside 35 opening from outside 35 remote control 33 Turning circle refer to Dimensions 281 Turn signal 70 Turn signal indicat...

Page 307: ...heel tire combination refer to Correct wheels and tires 253 Wheelbase refer to Dimensions 281 Wheels new 253 Wheels and tires 235 Width refer to Dimensions 281 Wind deflector 44 Windows 40 Convenient opening and closing 32 Convenient opening and closing with Comfort Access 39 opening closing 40 pinch protection system 41 Windows indicator on Control Display 18 Windshield cleaning 71 Windshield was...

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