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Page 1: ...wner s Manual for Vehicle The Ultimate Driving Machine THE BMW 3 SERIES GRAN TURISMO OWNER S MANUAL Contents A Z Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 960 574 II 15 I n f o r ma t i o nP r o v i d e db y...

Page 2: ...I n f o r ma t i o nP r o v i d e db y...

Page 3: ...also contains information designed to en hance operating reliability and road safety and to contribute to maintaining the value of your BMW Any updates made after the editorial deadline for the print...

Page 4: ...g including excerpts only with the written consent of BMW AG Munich US English II 15 03 15 490 Printed on environmentally friendly paper bleached without chlorine suitable for recycling Online Edition...

Page 5: ...mended by BMW of North America LLC You may elect to use other parts and accessories but if you do we recommend that you make sure that any such parts and or accessories are appropri ate for use on you...

Page 6: ...Information about recommended snow chains is available from a service center 14 At page 203 under the heading Hood the sentence beginning If you are unfamiliar should be disregarded 15 At page 206 un...

Page 7: ...stems or functions may not be fully available After a battery replacement the manufac turer of your vehicle recommends that you have the battery registered on your vehicle by a service center to ensur...

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Page 9: ...s 97 Safety 119 Driving stability control systems 126 Driving comfort 147 Climate control 154 Interior equipment 163 Storage compartments Driving tips 170 Things to remember when driving 173 Loading 1...

Page 10: ...sibility of personal injury and serious damage to the vehicle Marks the end of a specific item of information Refers to measures that can be taken to help protect the environment Identifies display te...

Page 11: ...procedures with appropri ately trained personnel If work is not carried out properly there is a danger of subsequent damage and related safety hazards Parts and accessories BMW recommends using parts...

Page 12: ...tain the vehicle regularly to sustain the road safety operational reliability and the New Vehicle Limited Warranty Specifications for required maintenance meas ures BMW Maintenance system Service and...

Page 13: ...accelerator and or brake pedal How fast the vehicle was traveling These data can help provide a better under standing of the circumstances in which crashes and injuries occur EDR data are recorded by...

Page 14: ...888 327 4236 TTY 1 800 424 9153 go to http www safercar gov or write to Administrator NHTSA 400 Seventh Street SW Washing ton DC 20590 You can also obtain other in formation about motor vehicle safet...

Page 15: ...Notes 11 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 960 574 II 15 I n f o r ma t i o nP r o v i d e db y...

Page 16: ...Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 960 574 II 15 I n f o r ma t i o nP r o v i d e db y...

Page 17: ...ches and displays are intended to familiarize you with your vehicle You will also become quickly acquainted with the available control concepts and options Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 960 574 I...

Page 18: ...he respectively applicable country provisions must be observed when using the respective features and systems All around the steering wheel 1 Active rear spoiler 121 2 Rear window safety switch 47 3 P...

Page 19: ...educe distance 126 Increase distance 126 Cruise control rocker switch 132 126 9 Instrument cluster 77 10 Steering wheel buttons right Entertainment source Volume Voice activation 27 Telephone see user...

Page 20: ...tainment and Commu nication 6 Climate control 147 7 Controller with buttons 18 8 Parking brake 68 9 PDC Park Distance Control 134 Rearview camera 137 Parking assistant 142 Surround View 137 Side View...

Page 21: ...cy Re quest 221 2 Panoramic glass sunroof 49 3 Indicator lamp front seat pas senger airbag 99 4 Reading lights 95 5 Interior lights 95 Cockpit At a glance 17 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 960 574...

Page 22: ...nce Control elements 1 Control Display 2 Controller with buttons and depending on the equipment version with touchpad Control Display Hints To clean the Control Display follow the care instructions Do...

Page 23: ...the phone menu Press button Function BACK Displays the previous panel OPTION Opens the Options menu Controller without navigation system The buttons can be used to open the menus directly The controll...

Page 24: ...ed menu item is highlighted 2 Press the controller Menu items in the Owner s Manual In the Owner s Manual menu items that can be selected are set in quotation marks e g Settings Changing between panel...

Page 25: ...ed menu e g Store station Changing settings 1 Select a field 2 Turn the controller until the desired setting is displayed 3 Press the controller Activating deactivating the functions Several menu item...

Page 26: ...tive map and Internet Via touch pad move the interactive map in the navigation system and Internet sites Function Controls Move interactive map or Internet sites Swipe into re spective direc tion Enla...

Page 27: ...h Symbol flashes network search Wireless network is not available Bluetooth is switched on Roaming is active Symbol Meaning Text message was received Check the SIM card SIM card is blocked SIM card is...

Page 28: ...e Without navigation system and telephone Only radio stations can be stored on the but tons refer to user s manual for Navigation En tertainment Communication Saving a function 1 Highlight the functio...

Page 29: ...personal data 5 Continue 6 OK Entering letters and numbers General information On the Control Display 1 Turn the controller select letters or num bers 2 Select additional letters or numbers if needed...

Page 30: ...rget search names of locations may be entered in languages available through Control Display At a glance iDrive 26 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 960 574 II 15 I n f o r ma t i o nP r o v i d e db...

Page 31: ...identi fied Set the language refer to page 89 Using voice activation Activating the voice activation system 1 Press button on the steering wheel 2 Wait for the signal 3 Say the command A command that...

Page 32: ...d output if needed 2 Press button on the steering wheel 3 Radio 4 Tone Via short command The desired tone settings can also be started via a short command 1 Turn on the Entertainment sound output if n...

Page 33: ...and letters smoothly and with normal volume empha sis and speed Always say commands in the language of the voice activation system Keep the doors windows and glass sun roof closed to prevent noise in...

Page 34: ...rovides informa tion how to operate the car how to use basic vehicle functions or what to do in case of a breakdown This information can also be dis played while driving Search by images Image search...

Page 35: ...move the controller to the right repeatedly until the Options menu is displayed 2 Display Owner s Manual 3 Select the desired page in the Owner s Manual 4 Press button again to return to last displaye...

Page 36: ...Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 960 574 II 15 I n f o r ma t i o nP r o v i d e db y...

Page 37: ...tion that will give you complete control of your vehicle All features and accessories that are useful for driving and your safety comfort and convenience are described here Online Edition for Part no...

Page 38: ...ed key Every remote control holds a replaceable bat tery You may set the key functions depending on the optional features and country specific ver sion For Settings refer to page 45 The vehicle stores...

Page 39: ...ck Control message is displayed if an at tempt is made to switch on the ignition or start the engine Starting the engine with emergency detection of the remote control Steptronic transmission if a cor...

Page 40: ...led up profile is assigned to the re mote control being used at the time If the profile is already assigned to a differ ent remote control this profile will apply to both remote controls It cannot be...

Page 41: ...ettings 2 Profiles 3 Options 4 Display user list at startup Using the remote control Note Take the remote control with you People or animals left unattended in a parked vehicle can lock the doors from...

Page 42: ...e remote control for approx 1 second The closed tailgate is automatically opened whether or not the vehicle is locked or un locked Depending on the features and the country version it is also possible...

Page 43: ...l From the outside Locking from the outside Do not lock the vehicle from the outside with people inside the car as the vehicle can not be unlocked from inside without special knowledge Remove the key...

Page 44: ...tailgate should open Adjusting the opening height When adjusting the opening height en sure that there is a clearance of at least 4 in 10 cm above the tailgate Otherwise the ceiling may not be high e...

Page 45: ...hicle when the tailgate is closed Provide edge protection Sharp objects or those with edges can hit the rear window while driving and damage the heat conductors of the rear window Pro vide edge protec...

Page 46: ...This is beneficial when the vehicle is parked using valet service The infrared remote control can be handed out without the key Emergency unlocking Pull the handle inside the trunk The tailgate is un...

Page 47: ...utton In addition to locking the windows and the glass sunroof close and the exterior mirrors fold in Unlocking the tailgate separately Press button on tailgate s exterior This corresponds with pressi...

Page 48: ...le by an unintentional or misinterpreted movement of the foot Closing Perform the foot movement described earlier The hazard warning system flashes on and an acoustic signal sounds before the tailgate...

Page 49: ...ressing again un locks the entire vehicle All doors The entire vehicle is unlocked Tailgate Depending on optional features and country version this setting is not offered in some cases 1 Settings 2 Do...

Page 50: ...rm system briefly signals tampering By sounding an acoustic alarm By switching on the hazard warning sys tem By flashing the daytime running lights Arming and disarming the alarm system When you unloc...

Page 51: ...rages During transport on trains carrying vehi cles at sea or on a trailer With animals in the vehicle Switching off the tilt alarm sensor and interior motion sensor Press the remote control button ag...

Page 52: ...osing is interrupted The window reopens slightly Closing without the pinch protection system Keep the closing path clear Monitor closing and make sure that the closing path of the window is clear othe...

Page 53: ...as long as the reel is held down If the sliding visor is already fully open the glass sunroof opens The glass sunroof closes as long as the reel is held down If the glass sunroof is already closed or...

Page 54: ...ce exceeds a certain margin 2 Press the reel forward again beyond the re sistance point and hold until the glass sun roof closes without jam protection Make sure that the closing area is clear Closing...

Page 55: ...at while driving Do not adjust the driver s seat while driv ing or the seat could respond with unexpected movement and the ensuing loss of vehicle control could lead to an accident Do not incline the...

Page 56: ...it off to make sure the seat engages properly Electrically adjustable seats At a glance 1 Seat and mirror memory 2 Backrest width 3 Lumbar support 4 Backrest tilt 5 Forward backward height seat tilt G...

Page 57: ...spine The lower back and the spine are supported for upright posture Press the front rear section of the switch The curvature is increased decreased Press the upper lower sec tion of the switch The c...

Page 58: ...belt The vehicle has five seats each of which is equipped with a safety belt General information Always make sure that safety belts are being worn by all occupants before driving off For the occupant...

Page 59: ...river s and passenger s seat The indicator lamp lights up and a sig nal sounds Make sure that the safety belts are positioned correctly The safety belt reminder is active at speeds above approx 6 mph...

Page 60: ...e transporting passengers Reinstall the head restraint before trans porting anyone in the seat otherwise the pro tective function of the head restraint is unavail able Rear head restraints Folding dow...

Page 61: ...tion keep the seat s area of movement unobstructed otherwise people might get injured or objects damaged The concept Two driver s seat and exterior mirror positions can be stored per profile refer to...

Page 62: ...distances correctly Objects reflected in the mirror are closer than they appear Do not estimate the distance to the traffic behind you based on what you see in the mirror as this will increase your r...

Page 63: ...idth of the vehicle Automatic heating Both exterior mirrors are automatically heated whenever the engine is running Automatic dimming feature Both exterior mirrors are automatically dim med Photocells...

Page 64: ...an accident Adjusting 1 Fold the lever down 2 Move the steering wheel to the preferred height and angle to suit your seating posi tion 3 Fold the lever back Steering wheel heating Press button On the...

Page 65: ...age weight and size Children on the front passenger seat Should it ever be necessary to use a child re straint system in the front passenger seat make sure that the front knee and side airbags on the...

Page 66: ...best possible belt guide position is reached Backrest width Backrest width for the child seat Before installing a child restraint system in the front passenger seat the backrest width must be opened c...

Page 67: ...o fasten a child restraint system on the middle seat Use the vehicle seat belt instead for the middle seat Before installing LATCH child restraint systems Pull the belt away from the area of the child...

Page 68: ...e retaining strap to the mounting eye 5 Tighten the retaining strap by pulling it down 6 Lower and lock head restraints as needed Locking the doors and windows Rear doors Push the locking lever on the...

Page 69: ...ry power when the engine is off switch off the ignition and any unnecessary electronic systems power consumers P when the ignition is switched off P is engaged automatically when the ig nition is swit...

Page 70: ...is not burned or is inadequately burned posing a risk of overheating and damage to the catalytic converter Do not wait for the engine to warm up while the vehicle remains stationary Start driving at m...

Page 71: ...c en gine stop have not been met Functional limitations The engine is not switched off automatically in the following situations External temperature too low The external temperature is high and auto...

Page 72: ...the Start Stop button LED goes out Auto Start Stop function is activated Switching off the vehicle during an automatic engine stop During an automatic engine stop the vehicle can be switched off perm...

Page 73: ...exterior mirror while driving and when turn signals hazard warning flashers are on or else the additional turn sig nal lights in the exterior mirror are out of posi tion and can t be seen Using turn s...

Page 74: ...if they are folded away otherwise the hood or the wipers may be damaged Switching on Push wiper lever up The lever automatically returns to its initial po sition when released Normal wiper speed push...

Page 75: ...ition the headlights are cleaned at regu lar intervals when the vehicle s lights are acti vated Do not use the washer system at freezing temperatures Do not use the washers if fluid could freeze onto...

Page 76: ...the cover completely to avoid contact between the washer fluid and hot engine parts Otherwise there is a danger of fire and a risk to personal safety if the fluid is spilled Washer fluid reservoir All...

Page 77: ...used to achieve maximum driving performance Step on the accelerator pedal beyond the resistance point at the full throttle position Engaging selector lever positions Press on the brake pedal until you...

Page 78: ...nsmission prevent automatic upshifting in M S manual mode The Steptronic Sport transmission does not automatically upshift in M S manual mode once the maximum speed is reached if one of the following...

Page 79: ...ger area Unlocking is possible if the started can spin the engine Engaging selector lever position N 1 Depress the brake pedal 2 Press the Start Stop button The starter must audibly start 3 Press and...

Page 80: ...ully press down on the brake 4 Press and hold down the accelerator pedal beyond the resistance point at the full throttle position A flag symbol is displayed in the instru ment cluster 5 The starting...

Page 81: ...s and systems Overview instrument cluster 1 Fuel gauge 81 2 Speedometer 3 Messages e g Check Control 4 Tachometer 81 5 Engine oil temperature 81 6 Current fuel consumption 7 Electronic displays 77 8 R...

Page 82: ...er functioning and light up temporarily when the engine is started or the ignition is switched on Red lights Safety belt reminder Flashing or illuminated safety belt on the driver or passenger side is...

Page 83: ...age 119 DSC Dynamic Stability Control is deactivated or DTC Dynamic Traction Control is activated Dynamic Stability Control DSC is switched off or Dynamic Traction Con trol DTC is switched on For addi...

Page 84: ...ing lights low beams headlight control re fer to page 92 Front fog lights Front fog lights are activated For additional information refer to Front fog lights refer to page 95 High beam Assistant High...

Page 85: ...y are dis played again automatically Other Check Control messages are faded automatically after approx 20 seconds They are stored and can be displayed again later Displaying stored Check Control messa...

Page 86: ...on roads Ice on roads Even at temperatures above 37 3 roads might be icy Therefore drive carefully on bridges and shaded roads e g to avoid the increased risk of an accident Time The time is displaye...

Page 87: ...ed to electrical energy while coasting The vehicle bat tery is partially charged and fuel consumption can be reduced Service requirements The concept After the ignition is turned on the instrument clu...

Page 88: ...ing on the vehicle s features and coun try version of the vehicle the gear shift indica tor is active in the manual mode of the Step tronic transmission and with manual transmission Suggestions to shi...

Page 89: ...can also be displayed in the Head up Display System limits The system may not be fully functional and may provide incorrect information in the fol lowing situations In heavy fog rain or snowfall When...

Page 90: ...uster can differ from the illustration shown Activating a list and adjusting the setting On the right side of the steering wheel turn the thumbwheel to activate the corresponding list Using the thumbw...

Page 91: ...uel consumption is calculated for the period while the engine is running The average fuel consumption is calculated for the distance traveled since the last reset by the on board comupter Average spee...

Page 92: ...isplay 1 Vehicle info 2 Sport displays Speed warning The concept Displays a speed when reached should cause a warning to be issued The warning is repeated if the vehicle speed drops below the set spee...

Page 93: ...ded the time zone are updated automatically 1 Settings 2 Time Date 3 Auto time set Date Setting the date 1 Settings 2 Time Date 3 Date 4 Turn the controller until the desired day is displayed 5 Press...

Page 94: ...yed by activating Assist on the Control Dis play 1 Settings 2 Control display 3 Driver assistance info Head up Display The concept This system projects important information into the driver s field of...

Page 95: ...be addition ally influenced using the instrument lighting Settings are stored for the profile currently in use Adjusting the height On the Control Display 1 Settings 2 Head Up Display 3 Height 4 Turn...

Page 96: ...ol General information Position of switch If the driver door is opened with the ignition switched off the exterior lighting is automati cally switched off at these switch settings Parking lights Posit...

Page 97: ...e to detect fog or hazy weather To avoid safety risks under these conditions you should always switch on the lights manually Daytime running lights With the ignition switched on the daytime run ning l...

Page 98: ...s that the high beams are activated whenever the traffic situation allows The driver can intervene at any time and switch the high beams non and off as usual Note Personal responsibility The High beam...

Page 99: ...esence of highly reflective signs At low speeds When the windshield behind the interior rearview mirror is fogged over dirty or cov ered with stickers etc Fog lights Front fog lights The low beams mus...

Page 100: ...ts in the interior Selecting color scheme On the Control Display 1 Settings 2 Lighting 3 Ambient 4 Select desired setting With a color scheme selected and welcome lights activated they illuminate in t...

Page 101: ...g the respective features and systems Airbags 1 Front airbag driver 2 Front airbag front passenger 3 Head airbag 4 Side airbag 5 Knee airbags Front airbags Front airbags help protect the driver and fr...

Page 102: ...s jackets over the backrests Make sure that occupants keep their heads away from the side airbag and do not rest against the head airbag otherwise injuries might occur when airbag is activated Do not...

Page 103: ...bags may be deac tivated in certain sitting positions In this case the indicator lamp for the front seat passenger airbags lights up In this case change the sitting position so that the front seat pas...

Page 104: ...the message does not disappear after a re peat calibration have the system checked as soon as possible Unobstructed area of movement Ensure that the area of movement of the seats is unobstructed to av...

Page 105: ...rform reset 4 Start the engine do not drive off 5 Reset tire inflation pressure Perform reset 6 Drive away The tires are shown in gray and the status is displayed After driving faster than 19 mph 30 k...

Page 106: ...shown to be correct it is possible that the Tire Pressure Monitor did not perform a reset In that case carry out a reset Possible driving distance with complete loss of tire inflation pressure The po...

Page 107: ...em Each tire including the spare if provided should be checked monthly when cold and in flated to the inflation pressure recommended by the vehicle manufacturer on the vehicle placard or tire inflatio...

Page 108: ...nt status of the Flat Tire Monitor can be displayed on the Control Display e g whether or not the FTM is active On the Control Display 1 Vehicle info 2 Vehicle status 3 Flat Tire Monitor FTM The statu...

Page 109: ...damaged tire at speeds up to 50 mph 80 km h Continued driving with a flat tire If continuing to drive with a damaged tire 1 Avoid sudden braking and steering maneu vers 2 Do not exceed a speed of 50 m...

Page 110: ...not serve as a substi tute for the driver s personal judgment of the traffic situation Be aware of the traffic situation and the vehi cle s surroundings at all times otherwise acci dents are still po...

Page 111: ...n deactivated With the vehicle approaching another vehicle intentionally the collision warning is delayed avoiding false alarm General information The system warns at two levels of an imminent danger...

Page 112: ...set via iDrive 1 Settings 2 Frontal Coll Warning 3 Activate the desired time on the Control Display The selected time is stored for the profile cur rently in use Warning with braking function Display...

Page 113: ...ued or be is sued late E g the following situations may not be de tected Slow moving vehicles when you approach them at high speed Vehicles that suddenly swerve in front of you or sharply decelerating...

Page 114: ...al judgment of the traffic situation Be aware of the traffic situation and the vehi cle s surroundings at all times otherwise acci dents are still possible despite all warnings Adapting your speed and...

Page 115: ...istance The vehicle flashes red and an acoustic signal sounds acute warn ing You are requested to intervene by braking or make an evasive maneu ver Prewarning This warning is issued e g when there is...

Page 116: ...nce Two wheeled vehicles ahead of you Pedestrians Stationary objects Functional limitations The system may not be fully functional in the following situations In heavy fog rain sprayed water or snow f...

Page 117: ...warnings of the system do not relieve the driver of the responsibility to adapt his or her driving speed and style to the traffic conditions Be alert Due to system limitations warnings may be not issu...

Page 118: ...considered System limits Detection range The detection potential of the camera is lim ited Thus a warning might not be issued or be is sued late E g the following situations may not be de tected Part...

Page 119: ...re warning Camera The camera is found near the interior rearview mirror Keep the windshield in the area behind the in terior rearview mirror clean and clear Switching on off Press button On the LED li...

Page 120: ...ow the rear bumper monitor the area behind and next to the vehicle at speeds above approx 30 mph 50 km h The system indicates whether there are vehi cles in the blind spot arrow 1 or approaching from...

Page 121: ...s approaching at a speed much faster than your own In heavy fog rain or snowfall In tight curves or on narrow lanes If the bumper is dirty or iced up or covered with stickers A Check Control message i...

Page 122: ...ocedure takes the following criteria into account Personal driving style e g steering behav ior Driving conditions e g length of trip Starting at approximately 43 mph 70 km h the system is active and...

Page 123: ...o not reduce the pressure on the brake pedal for the duration of the emergency stop DSC Dynamic Stability Control The concept DSC prevents traction loss in the power wheels when driving off and accele...

Page 124: ...or loose road surfaces e g unplowed snowy roads but with some what limited driving stability Activating the Dynamic Traction Control DTC provides maximum traction Driving stability is limited during...

Page 125: ...required to turn the wheels in accordance with the vehicle speed This results in a sporty steering response In addition it becomes easier to steer during parking and maneuvering Active rear spoiler T...

Page 126: ...oiler is retracted and the LED goes out The system is in automatic mode At vehicle speeds below 10 mph 20 km h Hold down button The rear spoiler is retracted and the LED goes out The system is in auto...

Page 127: ...the instrument cluster and the DSC OFF indicator lamp lights up Automatic program change When activating cruise control the program automatically switches to SPORT mode Indicator warning lights SPORT...

Page 128: ...ving mode SPORT refer to page 123 ECO PRO refer to page 178 Displays Program selection Pressing the button displays a list of the selectable programs Depending on your vehicle s op tional features the...

Page 129: ...turn the wheels in accordance with the vehicle speed At low speeds the steering force is strongly supported i e during steer ing low force is required As the speed in creases the assistance of the st...

Page 130: ...ss the ac celerator pedal or press the appropriate button to reactivate the system The vehicle will auto matically accelerate As soon as the road is clear the vehicle accel erates to the desired speed...

Page 131: ...road ahead of the vehicle A dirty or covered sensor may prevent the de tection of vehicles If necessary clean the radar sensor Re move layers of snow and ice carefully Do not cover the view field of t...

Page 132: ...sated by the system for example in the follow ing situations When fast approaching a slowly moving vehicle When another vehicle suddenly swerves into the wrong lane Maintaining storing the speed Pres...

Page 133: ...no au tomatic driving off To accelerate to the desired speed auto matically press the accelerator or press the RES or SET button Rolling bars in the distance display indicate that the the vehicle det...

Page 134: ...The vehicle symbol flashes orange The conditions are not adequate for the sys tem to work The system was deactivated but applies the brakes until you actively resume control by pressing on the brake...

Page 135: ...swerves into your lane the system may not be able to automatically restore the selected dis tance This also applies to major speed differ ences to vehicles driving ahead of you e g when rapidly approa...

Page 136: ...cluding interference that may cause undesired operation Any unauthorized modifications or changes to these devices could void the user s authority to operate this equipment Malfunction The system cann...

Page 137: ...for a few seconds or released while a gear is not en gaged The gear engaged is too high for the cur rent speed Selector lever position D is disengaged DTC Dynamic Traction Control is activated or DSC...

Page 138: ...ndicator lamp Depending on how the vehicle is equip ped the indicator lamp in the instru ment cluster indicates whether the sys tem is switched on Desired speed The marking lights up green the system...

Page 139: ...h the engine running engage lever in posi tion P R Automatic deactivation during forward travel The system switches off when a certain driving distance or speed is exceeded Switch the system back on i...

Page 140: ...es With objects with a fine surface structure such as fences For objects with porous surfaces Low objects already displayed e g curbs can move into the blind area of the sensors before or after a cont...

Page 141: ...fic situation around the ve hicle with your own eyes Otherwise an acci dent could result from road users or objects that are not lidtured by the camera At a glance Button in the vehicle Rearview camer...

Page 142: ...the image of the rearview camera They help you to estimate how much space is needed when parking and maneu vering on level pavement They are dependent on the current steer ing angle and are continuous...

Page 143: ...PDC chapter refer to page 134 The objects displayed on the Control Display under certain circumstances are closer than they appear Do not estimate the distance from the objects on the display Side Vi...

Page 144: ...l Display Guidelines at the bottom of the image show the position of the front of the vehicle Brightness With the Side View switched on 1 Brightness 2 Turn the controller until the desired setting is...

Page 145: ...m in the mirror housings The im age quality may be impaired by dirt Clean the camera lenses refer to page 229 Switching on off Switching on automatically With the engine running engage lever in posi t...

Page 146: ...n the engaged gear and the current steering angle The track line is continuously adjusted for the steering wheel movement Parking aid lines Turning circle and pathway lines are displayed System limits...

Page 147: ...t may steer the vehi cle over or onto curb if need be Therefore always be alert and ready to inter vene otherwise the wheels tires or the vehi cle may become damaged An engine that has been switched o...

Page 148: ...ows Press button Switch off the ignition Display on the Control Display System activated deactivated Symbol Meaning Gray the system is not available White the system is available but not activated The...

Page 149: ...ion on the Control Display If the vehicle speed exceeds approx 6 mph 10 km h Possible on snow covered or slippery road surfaces When there are obstacles that are hard to overcome such as curbs When th...

Page 150: ...ing objects With elevated protruding objects such as ledges or cargo With objects with corners and sharp edges With objects with a fine surface structure such as fences For objects with porous surface...

Page 151: ...ystems Automatic climate control 1 Seat heating left 54 2 Vent settings 3 Rear window defroster 4 Air flow 5 AUTO program 6 Temperature 7 Seat heating right 54 8 Cooling function 9 Recirculated air mo...

Page 152: ...gram Temperature Turn the ring to set the desired temperature The automatic climate control reaches this temperature as quickly as possible if needed by increasing the cooling or heating output and th...

Page 153: ...xter nal ventilation Do not continuously use recir culated air mode otherwise the air quality in the interior continuously deteriorates and win dow condensation increases Switching the system on off S...

Page 154: ...ad just the set temperature AUTO program Press button Air flow air distribution and tempera ture are controlled automatically Depending on the selected temperature AUTO intensity program and outside i...

Page 155: ...of time in order to avoid window fogging If the windows are fogged over switch off the recirculated air mode and press the AUTO button to utilize the condensation sensor Make sure that air can flow t...

Page 156: ...he mi crofilter activated charcoal filter filters dust pollen and gaseous pollutants out of the air This filter should be replaced during scheduled maintenance refer to page 208 of your vehi cle Venti...

Page 157: ...n the Control Display 1 Settings 2 Climate 3 Activate comf ventilation The symbol on the automatic climate con trol flashes if the system is switched on Preselecting the reel on time On the Control Di...

Page 158: ...vat ing a device using the universal garage door opener ensure that there are no people ani mals or objects in the area of the remote con trolled device otherwise there is a risk of in jury or damage...

Page 159: ...em Read the system s operating manual or press the programmed button on the interior rear view mirror longer If the LED on the interior rearview mirror starts flashing rapidly and then stays lit const...

Page 160: ...e the engine is running or when the ignition is started To do this hold down the button within receiving range of the system until the function is activated The interior rear view mirror LED stays lit...

Page 161: ...the compass are dis played Procedure 1 Make sure that there are no large metallic objects or overhead power lines near the vehicle and that there is sufficient room to drive around in a circle 2 Set...

Page 162: ...to the lighter socket or fixture and cause a short circuit The lighter is located next to the ashtray Push in the lighter The lighter can be removed as soon as it pops back out Connecting electrical d...

Page 163: ...e concept Connection for importing and exporting data on USB devices e g Personal Profile settings refer to page 35 Music collection Importing Trips Hints Observe the following when connecting Do not...

Page 164: ...he cargo floor panel when transporting bulky items Removing Cargo cover in rear window 1 Pull the cargo cover with both hands by the outer edges towards the rear arrows 1 to disengage it from the catc...

Page 165: ...e removed Make sure that all backrests are securely locked Otherwise the stability of the child seat can be affected and there is an increased risk of injury because of unexpected movement of the seat...

Page 166: ...ing the seat down The concept To expand the cargo area the rear seat back rest can be moved into a vertical position The sides can be folded down separately to various angles of inclination Placing th...

Page 167: ...tments The following storage compartments are avail able in the vehicle interior Glove compartment on the front passenger side refer to page 163 Glove compartment on the driver s side refer to page 16...

Page 168: ...e Closing Fold cover closed Front storage compartment Raise the lid to open it Compartments in the doors Do not stow any breakable objects Do not store any breakable objects e g glass bottles in the c...

Page 169: ...light and shatter proof containers and do not transport hot drinks Otherwise there is the increased danger of injury in an accident Unsuitable containers Do not forcefully push unsuitable con tainers...

Page 170: ...d Retaining strap A retaining strap is available on the left side trim for fastening small objects Lashing eyes in the cargo area To secure the cargo refer to page 174 there are four lashing eyes in t...

Page 171: ...Storage compartments Controls 167 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 960 574 II 15 I n f o r ma t i o nP r o v i d e db y...

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Page 173: ...iving tips This chapter provides you with information useful in dealing with specific driving and operating modes Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 960 574 II 15 I n f o r ma t i o nP r o v i d e db...

Page 174: ...anufactur ing circumstances when tires are brand new they achieve their full traction potential after a break in time Drive conservatively for the first 200 miles 300 km Brake system Brakes require an...

Page 175: ...er Observe water level and speed Do not exceed the maximum water level and maximum speed otherwise the vehicle s engine the electrical systems and the trans mission may be damaged Drive though calm wa...

Page 176: ...t braking efforts Other wise the brakes may overheat and reduce brake efficiency You can increase the engine s braking effect by shifting down going all the way to first gear if needed Brake disc corr...

Page 177: ...ring them oth erwise they may present a danger to occu pants e g during braking and evasive maneu vers Determining the load limit 1 Locate the following statement on your ve hicle s placard The combin...

Page 178: ...pposite buckle If necessary fold down the rear backrests to stow cargo Do not stack cargo above the top edge of the backrests Securing cargo Lashing eyes in the trunk To secure the cargo there are fou...

Page 179: ...d Loading Be sure that adequate clearance is maintained for tilting and opening the glass sunroof Because roof racks raise the vehicle s center of gravity when loaded they have a major ef fect on vehi...

Page 180: ...parts on the vehicle impair the aero dynamics and increase the fuel consumption Close the windows and glass sunroof Driving with the glass sunroof and windows open results in increased air resistance...

Page 181: ...ption is also deter mined by other factors such as driving style road conditions maintenance or environmental factors Switch off any functions that are not currently needed Functions such as seat heat...

Page 182: ...PRO speed is reached Coasting Fuel efficiency can be optimized by disengag ing the engine and Coasting refer to page 180 with the engine idling This function is only available in ECO PRO mode ECO PRO...

Page 183: ...ficient by backing off the accelerator for instance Note The efficiency display and ECO PRO tips in the instrument cluster appear when the ECO PRO display is activated Activating driving style and ECO...

Page 184: ...tically coupled again Hints Coasting is a component of the ECO PRO re fer to page 177 driving mode Coasting is automatically activated when ECO PRO mode is called via the Driving Dynamics Control The...

Page 185: ...g Displaying EfficientDynamics info 1 Vehicle info 2 EfficientDynamics 3 EfficientDynamics info Deactivating the system manually The function can be deactivated in the Config ure ECO PRO refer to page...

Page 186: ...he smoother the depicted route becomes ar row 1 The table of values contains stars The more efficient the driving style the more stars are in cluded in the table and the faster the bonus range increas...

Page 187: ...Saving fuel Driving tips 183 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 960 574 II 15 I n f o r ma t i o nP r o v i d e db y...

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Page 189: ...ure your mobility you will find important information on operating fluids wheels and tires maintenance and Roadside Assistance in the following Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 960 574 II 15 I n f o...

Page 190: ...on might fail and damage might occur Fuel lid Opening 1 Briefly press the rear edge of the fuel filler flap 2 Turn the tank lid counterclockwise 3 Place the tank lid in the bracket attached to the fue...

Page 191: ...is full when the filler nozzle clicks off the first time Do not overfill the fuel tank Do not overfill the fuel tank otherwise fuel may eslide causing harm to the environ ment and damaging the vehicle...

Page 192: ...a maximum ethanol content of 10 i e E10 may be used for refueling Ethanol should satisfy the following quality standards US ASTM 4806 xx CAN CGSB 3 511 xx xx comply with the current standard in each...

Page 193: ...urchase gasoline from Top Tier retailers Failure to comply with these recommendations may result in the need for unscheduled main tenance Fuel Mobility 189 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 960 574 I...

Page 194: ...re s temperature The tire inflation pressure speci fications relate to cold tires or tires with the ambient temperature Only check the tire inflation pressure when the tires are cold This means after...

Page 195: ...2 4 35 225 45 R 19 96 V M S XL A S RSC 2 2 32 2 6 38 Tire size Pressure specifications in bar PSI Front 225 50 R 18 95 V Rear 255 45 R 18 99 V 2 2 32 2 2 32 Front 225 45 R 19 92 W RSC Rear 255 40 R 19...

Page 196: ...PSI Specifications in bar PSI with cold tires 225 55 R 17 97 H M S A S RSC 225 55 R 17 97 H RSC 225 55 R 17 97 H M S RSC 2 2 32 2 4 35 Tire size Pressure specifications in bar PSI 225 50 R 18 95 V 22...

Page 197: ...ear 255 45 R 18 99 V 2 2 32 2 4 35 Tire size Pressure specifications in bar PSI Front 225 45 R 19 92 W RSC Rear 255 40 R 19 96 W RSC 2 4 35 2 6 38 Emergency wheel T 135 90 R 17 104 M Speed up to a max...

Page 198: ...C Temperature A B C All passenger car tires must conform to Fed eral Safety Requirements in addition to these grades Treadwear The treadwear grade is a comparative rating based on the wear rate of th...

Page 199: ...on tires with better cold weather performance than summer tires Tire tread Summer tires Do not drive with a tire tread depth of less than 0 12 in 3 mm There is an increased danger of hydroplaning if t...

Page 200: ...as ABS or DSC To maintain good handling and vehicle re sponse use only tires with a single tread con figuration from a single manufacturer Following tire damage have the original wheel and tire combi...

Page 201: ...conditions The tires can be rotated between the axles to achieve even wear Your service center will be glad to advise you After rotating check the tire pressure and correct if needed Rotating the tir...

Page 202: ...In this case have the electronics checked at the next opportu nity and have them replaced if needed Enclosed areas Do not let the engine run in enclosed areas since breathing in exhaust fumes may lead...

Page 203: ...uring that it engages audibly 4 Slide the sealing container upright into the holder on the compressor housing ensur ing that it engages audibly 5 Screw the connection hose onto the tire valve of the d...

Page 204: ...n using the compressor If a tire inflation pressure of 2 bar cannot be reached contact your service center Stowing the Mobility System 1 Remove the connection hose of the seal ant container from the w...

Page 205: ...ion about the approved snow chains are available from the service center Use Use only in pairs on the rear wheels equipped with the tires of the following size 225 55 R 17 225 50 R 18 Follow the snow...

Page 206: ...y provisions must be observed when using the respective features and systems Important features in the engine compartment 1 Jump starting negative battery terminal 2 Vehicle identification number 3 Wa...

Page 207: ...that the wiper arms are against the windshield or this may result in damage Opening the hood 1 Pull lever arrow 1 Hood is unlocked 2 After the lever is released pull the lever again arrow 2 Hood can b...

Page 208: ...engine oil level is monitored electronically while driving and shown on the Control Dis play If the engine oil level reaches the minimum level a check control message is displayed Requirements A curr...

Page 209: ...information Switch off the ignition and safely park the vehi cle before engine oil is added Oil filler neck Only add engine oil when the message is dis played in the instrument cluster The quantity t...

Page 210: ...e oils can be in quired with the service center Alternative engine oil types If an engine oil suitable for continuous use is not available up to 1 US quart liter of an en gine oil with the following o...

Page 211: ...able from the service center Coolant level General information Depending on the engine installation the cool ant reservoir is located on the right side or the left side of the engine compartment Check...

Page 212: ...e 83 can be displayed on the Con trol Display Service data in the remote control Information on the required maintenance is continuously stored in the remote control Your service center will read out...

Page 213: ...de for checking the primary components in the vehi cle s emissions Emissions The warning lamp lights up Emissions are deteriorating Have the vehicle checked as soon as possible The warning lamp flashe...

Page 214: ...the wiper blades fold up refer to page 71 the wiper arms 2 Fold up and hold the wiper arm firmly 3 Squeeze the retainer spring arrow 1 and fold up the wiper blade arrow 2 4 Remove the wiper blade forw...

Page 215: ...light emitting diodes which are related to conventional lasers are officially designated as Class 1 light emitting diodes Do not remove the covers Do not remove the covers and never stare into the un...

Page 216: ...house Low beams 55 watt bulb H7 1 Turn the lid counterclockwise and remove 2 Tilt the bulb down and then up to loosen it from the holder and remove 3 Pull the connector off the bulb 4 Attach the conne...

Page 217: ...e sure that the bulb holder snaps into place 4 Close the headlight housing with the lid Make sure that the lid engages High beams headlight flasher 55 watt bulb H7 1 Tilt the bulb down and then up to...

Page 218: ...he trip with great care Comply with local regulations Do not perform work bulb replacement on xenon headlights Have any work on the xenon lighting system including bulb replacement performed only by a...

Page 219: ...er from the onboard vehicle tool kit to remove the three wheel house panel screws arrow 1 Carefully pull back the wheel house panel arrow 2 2 Pull off the bulb connector arrow 1 Turn the bulb arrow 2...

Page 220: ...d one step at a time when replacing the bulbs to prevent dam age to the tail lights or the vehicle Removing the exterior tail lamp 1 Open the tailgate 2 Use a screwdriver out of the onboard vehi cle t...

Page 221: ...Connect the connecting line to the tail lamp and secure the bulb holder in the clip 2 Make sure that the sealing ring is on the centering pin and that it is not damaged 3 Position and firmly press the...

Page 222: ...a tire does not need to be changed immediately in the event of pressure loss due to a flat tire Which is why no spare tire is available The tools for changing wheels are available as accessories from...

Page 223: ...lure After a temporary power loss some equipment needs to be newly initialized or individual set tings updated e g Seat and mirror memory store the posi tions again Time update Date update Glass sunro...

Page 224: ...holder and tighten the three screws In the trunk Fold up the cargo floor panel The fuses are located under a cover To open the cover reach into the recessed grip on the side and fold the cover open I...

Page 225: ...cy Hints Emergency Request not guaranteed For technical reasons the Emergency Request cannot be guaranteed under unfavor able conditions Overview SOS button in the roofliner Requirements The SIM card...

Page 226: ...s not affected by pressing the SOS button Warning triangle The warning triangle is located in the tailgate To open the catches arrows turn through 90 Fold back the trim First aid kit Note Some of the...

Page 227: ...he vehicle providing assis tance 3 Attach the terminal clamp on the other end of the cable to the positive terminal of the battery or to the corresponding starting aid terminal of the vehicle to be st...

Page 228: ...se Attaching the tow bar tow rope correctly Attach the tow bar or tow rope to the tow fitting connecting it to other vehicle parts may cause damage Switch on the hazard warning system de pending on lo...

Page 229: ...ng of the tow fitting e g do not lift the vehicle by the tow fitting Otherwise damage to the tow fitting and the vehicle can occur Screw thread for tow fitting Press on the mark on the edge of the cov...

Page 230: ...rm damage Follow the user s manual for the high pressure washer Cleaning sensors camera lenses with high pressure washers When using high pressure washers do not spray the sensors and camera lenses on...

Page 231: ...aper After washing the vehicle After washing the vehicle apply the brakes briefly to dry them otherwise braking action can be reduced and corrosion of the brake discs can occur Completely remove all r...

Page 232: ...s above 140 60 Follow the manufac turer s instructions Aggressive acidic or alkaline cleaning agents can destroy the protective layer of adjacent components such as the brake disk Chrome surfaces Care...

Page 233: ...ed for clean ing e g Floor mats can be removed from the car s inte rior for cleaning If the floor carpets are very dirty clean with a microfiber cloth and water or a textile cleaner To prevent matting...

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Page 235: ...erence This chapter contains the technical data and an index that will quickly take you to the information you need Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 960 574 II 15 I n f o r ma t i o nP r o v i d e d...

Page 236: ...ed values can be found in the approval documents on informa tion signs on the vehicle or can be obtained from the service center The information in the vehicle documents al ways has priority Dimension...

Page 237: ...front axle load lbs kg 2 260 1 025 Approved rear axle load lbs kg 2 785 1 263 Approved roof load capacity lbs kg 165 75 Cargo area capacity cu ft liters 24 6 56 8 520 1 600 335i xDrive Approved gross...

Page 238: ...ties US gal liters Notes Fuel tank approx Gasoline 15 8 60 Fuel quality refer to page 188 Reference Technical data 234 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 960 574 II 15 I n f o r ma t i o nP r o v i d...

Page 239: ...Technical data Reference 235 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 960 574 II 15 I n f o r ma t i o nP r o v i d e db y...

Page 240: ...ved engine oils see Suitable engine oil types 206 Arrival time 87 Ash tray 158 Assistance when driving off 124 Assist system information on Control Display 90 Attentiveness assistant 118 AUTO intensit...

Page 241: ...ng system 40 Central screen refer to Con trol Display 18 Changes technical refer to Safety 7 Changing parts 210 Changing wheels 218 Changing wheels tires 196 Chassis number see vehicle identification...

Page 242: ...29 Disposal coolant 207 Disposal vehicle battery 219 Distance control refer to PDC 134 Distance to destination 87 Divided screen view split screen 23 Door lock 39 Door lock refer to Remote control 34...

Page 243: ...seat back rests 161 Fold out position wiper 71 Foot brake 171 Front airbags 97 Front end collision warning with braking function 109 Front end collision warning with City Braking func tion 107 Front...

Page 244: ...1 Intelligent Safety 106 Intensity AUTO pro gram 150 Interior equipment 154 Interior lights 95 Interior lights during unlock ing 37 Interior lights with the vehicle locked 38 Interior motion sensor 47...

Page 245: ...emory 57 Mobile communication devi ces in the vehicle 171 Mobility System 197 Modifications technical refer to Safety 7 Moisture in headlight 211 Monitor refer to Control Dis play 18 Mounting of child...

Page 246: ...nication Rain sensor 71 Rear lights 218 Rear seat backrest adjust ing 162 Rear seat backrest tilt 162 Rear socket 159 Rear spoiler active 121 Rear turn signal bulb replace ment 216 Rearview camera 137...

Page 247: ...PORT program Dynamic Driving Control 123 Sport program transmis sion 74 Sport steering variable 121 Stability control systems 119 Start stop automatic func tion 67 Start Stop button 65 Start function...

Page 248: ...king via door lock 39 Unlocking locking with re mote control 37 Unlocking settings 45 Updates made after the edito rial deadline 7 Upholstery care 228 USB interface 159 V Vanity mirror 158 Variable sp...

Page 249: ...iper fold out position 71 Wiper system 70 Wood care 228 Word match concept naviga tion 25 Wrench see Onboard vehicle tool kit 210 X xDrive 120 Xenon headlights bulb re placement 214 Everything from A...

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