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THE BMW 3 SERIES

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Page 1: ...Owner s Manual for Vehicle The Ultimate Driving Machine THE BMW 3 SERIES SPORTS WAGON OWNER S MANUAL Contents A Z Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 966 156 X 15...

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Page 3: ...eatures available in your BMW The manual also contains information designed to en hance operating reliability and road safety and to contribute to maintaining the value of your BMW Any updates made af...

Page 4: ...ich Germany Reprinting including excerpts only with the written consent of BMW AG Munich US English X 15 11 15 490 Printed on environmentally friendly paper bleached without chlorine suitable for recy...

Page 5: ...isplays 98 Lights 103 Safety 126 Driving stability control systems 132 Driving comfort 155 Climate control 162 Interior equipment 172 Storage compartments Driving tips 180 Things to remember when driv...

Page 6: ...MW Driver s Guide app Additional sources of information A dealer s service center will be glad to answer additional questions at any time Internet Information on BMW for example on technol ogy is avai...

Page 7: ...refore the features de scribed in this Owner s Manual may differ from those in your vehicle Updates made after the editorial deadline Updates made after the editorial deadline can lead to differences...

Page 8: ...ry posts terminals and re lated accessories contain lead and lead com pounds Wash your hands after handling Used engine oil contains chemicals that have caused cancer in laboratory animals Always prot...

Page 9: ...gnostic tools You can obtain further information there if you need it After an error is corrected the information in the fault memory is deleted or overwritten on a continu ous basis With the vehicle...

Page 10: ...hway Traffic Safety Adminis tration NHTSA in addition to notifying BMW of North America LLC P O Box 1227 West wood New Jersey 07675 1227 Telephone 1 800 831 1117 If NHTSA receives similar complaints i...

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Page 13: ...iews of buttons switches and displays are intended to familiarize you with your vehicle You will also become quickly acquainted with the available control concepts and options Online Edition for Part...

Page 14: ...y related functions and systems The respectively applicable country provisions must be observed when using the respective features and systems All around the steering wheel 1 Rear window safety switch...

Page 15: ...inter rupt 138 Active Cruise Control on off in terrupting 132 Reduce distance 132 Increase distance 132 Cruise control rocker switch 138 132 8 Instrument cluster 82 9 Steering wheel buttons right Ente...

Page 16: ...timedia 6 Climate control 155 7 Controller with buttons 19 8 Parking brake 72 9 PDC Park Distance Control 140 Rearview camera 144 Parking assistant 150 Surround View 144 Side View 146 10 Driving Dynam...

Page 17: ...1 Intelligent emergency call 232 2 Panoramic glass sunroof 50 3 Indicator lamp front seat pas senger airbag 105 4 Reading lights 102 5 Interior lights 102 Cockpit At a glance 17 Online Edition for Par...

Page 18: ...an accident Only use the systems or devices when the traffic situation allows If necessary stop and use the systems and devices while the vehicle is stationary Overview of control elements Control el...

Page 19: ...ections Buttons on Controller Press button Function MENU Open the main menu RADIO Opens the Radio menu MEDIA Opens the Multimedia menu NAV Opens the Navigation menu TEL Opens the phone menu BACK Displ...

Page 20: ...d menu items can be selected 1 Turn the Controller until the desired 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 selec...

Page 21: ...station Changing settings 1 Select a field 2 Turn the Controller until the desired set ting is displayed 3 Press the Controller Activating deactivating the functions Several menu items are preceded b...

Page 22: ...he touchpad To enter an underscore swipe to the right in the lower area of the touchpad Using interactive map and Internet Via touch pad move the interactive map in the navigation system and Internet...

Page 23: ...ls Symbol Meaning HD Radio station is being received Satellite radio is switched on Telephone symbols Symbol Meaning Incoming or outgoing call Missed call Wireless network reception strength Symbol fl...

Page 24: ...neral information The iDrive functions can be stored on the pro grammable memory buttons and called up di rectly for example radio stations navigation destinations phone numbers and menu en tries Sett...

Page 25: ...tion of the data can take up to 30 minutes Functional requirement Data can only be deleted while stationary Deleting data Heed and follow the instructions on the Con trol Display 1 Switch on the ignit...

Page 26: ...ters may be added automatically Entries are continuously compared with data stored in the vehicle Only those letters are offered during input for which data is available Destination search place names...

Page 27: ...ken commands can be identi fied Set the language refer to page 94 Using voice activation Activating the voice activation system 1 Press button on the steering wheel 2 Wait for the signal 3 Say the com...

Page 28: ...ettings can also be started via a short command 1 Turn on the Entertainment sound output if needed 2 Press button on the steering wheel 3 Tone Setting the voice dialog Set system to standard dialog or...

Page 29: ...is 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 interference Avoid making other noise in the vehicle w...

Page 30: ...ck Reference Guide provides 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...

Page 31: ...ys 1 Press button or 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 re...

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Page 33: ...this chapter helps you in confidentially operating your vehicle All features and accessories that are useful for driving and your safety comfort and convenience are described here Online Edition for P...

Page 34: ...trols with integrated 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 4...

Page 35: ...n to re mote control by external sources for exam ple by radio masts Empty battery in remote control Interference from radio transmissions through mobile devices in close proximity to remote control I...

Page 36: ...without changing the personal profiles Adjusting The settings for the following systems and functions are saved in the active profile The scope of storable settings is country and equipment dependable...

Page 37: ...rofile 4 BMW Online BMW Online USB interface USB device Importing profiles Profiles exported via BMW Online can also be imported via BMW Online Profiles stored on a USB device can be im ported via the...

Page 38: ...f people must spend a longer time in the vehi cle while it is very hot or cold outside there is risk of injuries or danger to life Do not lock the vehicle from the outside when there are people in it...

Page 39: ...rference of the radio connection from transmission towers or other equipment with high transmit power Shielding of the remote control due to metal objects Interference of the radio connection from mob...

Page 40: ...the door is opened if the vehicle was unlocked via the door lock In order to terminate this alarm unlock vehicle with the remote control or switch on the igni tion if needed through emergency detectio...

Page 41: ...lgate pivots back and up when it opens There is risk of property damage Make sure that the area of movement of the tailgate rear window is clear during opening and closing Press button on tailgate s e...

Page 42: ...and the tailgate closes The closing operation is interrupted When starting the engine The vehicle starts off with jerks Manual operation WARNING With manual operation of a blocked tail gate it can loo...

Page 43: ...osing Separate unlocking of the tailgate Start the engine Information To avoid locking it into the vehicle do not place the remote control in the cargo area WARNING Body parts can be jammed when opera...

Page 44: ...he situation of the doors does not change Take the remote control with you and do not leave it in the cargo area otherwise the re mote control is locked inside the vehicle when the tailgate is closed...

Page 45: ...lgate has no effect on the locking of the vehicle To avoid locking it into the vehicle do not place the remote control in the cargo area Another foot movement can interrupt the clos ing operation If t...

Page 46: ...ate door s The tailgate is opened and the doors unlocked Confirmation signals from the vehicle The settings are saved in the active profile re fer to page 36 1 Settings 2 Doors key 3 Deactivate or act...

Page 47: ...Ac cess the alarm system is switched on and off at the same time Door lock with the alarm system switched on The alarm system is triggered when the door is opened when the vehicle is unlocked via the...

Page 48: ...s the remote control button again within 10 seconds as soon as the vehicle is locked The indicator lamp lights up for approx 2 sec onds and then continues to flash The tilt alarm sensor and interior m...

Page 49: ...G Accessories on the windows such as an tennas can impact jam protection There is risk of injuries Do not install accessories in the area of movement of the windows If closing force exceeds a specific...

Page 50: ...nformation The glass sunroof and the sliding visor can be operated together or separately using the same switch The glass sunroof is operational when the igni tion is switched on Information WARNING B...

Page 51: ...otion See also Convenient opening refer to page 38 via remote control See also closing by means of Comfort Ac cess refer to page 43 Comfort position If the glass sunroof is not automatically com plete...

Page 52: ...le is stationary and the engine is running During the initialization the glass sunroof closes without jam protection WARNING Body parts can be jammed on operating the glass sunroof There is risk of in...

Page 53: ...djustments while driving can lead to unexpected movements of the seat Vehicle control could be lost There is risk of an acci dent Only adjust the side on the driver s side when the vehicle is stationa...

Page 54: ...he desired tilt After releasing the lever apply your weight to the seat or lift it off to make sure the seat engages properly Electrically adjustable seats Overview 1 Seat and mirror memory 2 Backrest...

Page 55: ...supports the lumbar re gion of the 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...

Page 56: ...RO refer to page 188 is acti vated the heater output is reduced Switching off Press and hold the button until the LEDs go out Safety belts Number of safety belts The vehicle is fitted with five safety...

Page 57: ...rear backrest Correct use of safety belts Wear the safety belt twist free and as tight to your body as possible over your lap and shoulders Wear the safety belt deep on your hips over your lap The sa...

Page 58: ...k of injuries Do not use seat or head restraint covers Do not hang objects for example clothes hangers directly on the head restraint Only use accessories that have been de termined to be safe for att...

Page 59: ...not use seat or head restraint covers Do not hang objects for example clothes hangers directly on the head restraint Only use accessories that have been de termined to be safe for attachment to a hea...

Page 60: ...the seats There is risk of injuries or risk of property damage Make sure that the area of movement of the seat is clear prior to any ad justment Overview Storing 1 Switch on the ignition 2 Set the de...

Page 61: ...ects reflected in the mirror are closer than they appear The distance to the traffic behind could be incorrectly estimated for ex ample while changing lanes There is risk of an accident Estimate the d...

Page 62: ...in are folded out auto matically at a speed of approx 25 mph 40 km h Automatic heating Both exterior mirrors are automatically heated whenever the engine is running Automatic dimming feature Both ext...

Page 63: ...e steering wheel while the vehicle is stationary only 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 H...

Page 64: ...elts are fastened incorrectly An incorrectly fastened safety belt can cause ad ditional injuries for example in the event of an accident or during braking and evasive maneu vers There is risk of injur...

Page 65: ...RNING Active front seat passenger airbags can injure a child in a child restraint system when the airbags are activated There is risk of inju ries Make sure that the front seat passenger airbags are d...

Page 66: ...and that the LATCH child restraint fixing system fits se curely against the backrest Position The corresponding symbol shows the mounts for the lower LATCH anchors Seats equipped with lower anchors a...

Page 67: ...t if needed 2 Guide the upper retaining strap between the supports of the head restraint 3 If there is a retaining strap run it between the backrest and the cargo cover 4 Attach the hook of the retain...

Page 68: ...Ignition off Steptronic transmission Press the Start Stop button again without stepping on the brake Manual transmission Press the Start Stop but ton again without stepping on the clutch pedal All ind...

Page 69: ...is risk of an acci dent Before exiting secure the vehicle against rolling In order to ensure that the vehicle is secured against rolling away observe the following Set the parking brake On uphill gra...

Page 70: ...teptronic transmission Switching off the engine 1 Engage selector lever position P with the vehicle stopped 2 Press the Start Stop button The engine is switched off The radio ready state is switched o...

Page 71: ...y is heavily discharged At higher elevations The engine compartment lid is unlocked The parking assistant is activated Stop and go traffic Selector lever in selector lever position N M S or R Use of f...

Page 72: ...mission 1 Press the Start Stop button The ignition is switched off The Auto Start Stop function is deactivated 2 Shift into first gear or reverse 3 Set the parking brake Engine start as usual via Star...

Page 73: ...ls or hazard warning system do not fold in the exterior mirrors so that the signal lights on the exterior mirror are easy to see Using turn signals Press the lever beyond the resistance point The turn...

Page 74: ...es can be torn off and the wiper motor overheat on switching on There is risk of property damage Defrost the windshield prior to switching the wipers on Switching on The lever automatically returns to...

Page 75: ...gh sensitivity of the rain sensor Down long interval or low sensitivity of the rain sensor Clean the windshield headlights Pull the wiper lever towards you The system sprays washer fluid on the wind s...

Page 76: ...pplied from one res ervoir Prepare a mixture of tap water windshield washer concentrate and possibly antifreeze prior to filling Recommended minimum fill quantity 0 2 US gal 1 liter Information WARNIN...

Page 77: ...des or on a slope turn the front wheels in the direction of the curb On uphill grades or on a slope also secure the vehicle for example with a wheel chock Shifting General information The engine speed...

Page 78: ...maximum driving performance Step on the accelerator pedal beyond the resistance point at the full throttle position Engaging selector lever positions General information To prevent the vehicle from cr...

Page 79: ...ars will only be shifted at appropriate engine and road speeds for example downshifting is not possible if the engine speed is too high The selected gear is briefly displayed in the in strument cluste...

Page 80: ...ible to switch back into the auto matic mode Pull and hold right shift paddle or In addition to the briefly pulled right shift paddle briefly pull the left shift paddle Displays in the instrument clus...

Page 81: ...launch control While the engine is running 1 Press button or select Sport with the Driving Dynamics Control TRACTION is displayed in the instrument cluster and the indicator lamp for DSC OFF lights up...

Page 82: ...espective features and systems Overview instrument cluster 1 Fuel gauge 86 2 Speedometer 3 Messages for example Check Control 4 Tachometer 86 5 Engine oil temperature 86 6 Current fuel consumption 7 E...

Page 83: ...buckled For some country specific models passenger belt is not worn or objects are detected on the front passenger seat Flashing or illuminated safety belt on the driver or passenger side is not buckl...

Page 84: ...ntrol 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 additional information refer to Dyna...

Page 85: ...ng lights headlight control Parking lights or headlights are acti vated For additional information refer to Parking lights low beams headlight control re fer to page 98 Front fog lights Front fog ligh...

Page 86: ...for approx 8 seconds After this time they are dis played again automatically Other Check Control messages are faded automatically after approx 20 seconds They are stored and can be displayed again la...

Page 87: ...s above 37 3 there can be a danger of icy roads for example on bridges or shady sections of road There is risk of an accident Adjust your driving style to the weather conditions at low temperatures Ti...

Page 88: ...y for the current fuel consump tion is displayed in the instrument cluster Energy recovery Display The kinetic energy of the vehicle is converted to electrical energy while Coasting The vehicle bat te...

Page 89: ...when your dealer s service cen ter was notified On the Control Display 1 Vehicle info 2 Vehicle status 3 Open Options 4 Last Service Request Gear shift indicator The concept The system recommends the...

Page 90: ...respective situations Overview Camera The camera is installed near the interior mirror Keep the windshield in the area behind the in terior mirror clean and clear Switching on off On the Control Disp...

Page 91: ...rce Redial phone feature Turn on voice activation system It also displays programs of the Driving Dy namics Control Display Depending on your vehicle s optional features the list in the instrument clu...

Page 92: ...here is only enough fuel left for less than 45 miles 80 km the color of the display changes Average fuel consumption The average fuel consumption is calculated for the period while the engine is runni...

Page 93: ...The concept On the Control Display the current values for performance and torque can be displayed if the vehicle is appropriately equipped Displaying sport displays on the Control Display 1 Vehicle i...

Page 94: ...time format is stored Automatic time setting Depending on your vehicle s optional features the time date and if needed the time zone are updated automatically 1 Settings 2 Time Date 3 Auto time set D...

Page 95: ...an be dis played by activating Assist on the Control Dis play 1 Settings 2 Control display 3 Driver assistance info Activating deactivating display of the current vehicle position If GPS geolocation h...

Page 96: ...he basic setting can be adjusted manually On the Control Display 1 Settings 2 Head Up Display 3 Brightness 4 Turn the Controller until the desired bright ness is set 5 Press the Controller When the lo...

Page 97: ...windshield prevents double im ages from being displayed For this reason it is strongly suggested to have the special windshield replaced by a dealer s service center or another qualified service cent...

Page 98: ...Adaptive Light Control Lights off Daytime running lights Symbol Function Parking lights Low beams Instrument lighting Parking lights cornering lights and roadside parking lights General information P...

Page 99: ...n The low beams stay lit for a short while if the headlight flasher is switched on after the radio ready state is switched off Setting the duration On the Control Display 1 Settings 2 Lighting 3 Pathw...

Page 100: ...the driv er s side when the vehicle is at a standstill Depending on the equipment version Adap tive Light Control consists of one or several systems Cornering light refer to page 100 Activating Positi...

Page 101: ...erefore man ually switch off the high beams in situations where required to avoid a safety risk The system is not fully functional in the follow ing situations and driver intervention may be necessary...

Page 102: ...n Switching the reading lamps on and off manually Press button Reading lights are located at the front and rear next to the interior lights Ambient light Depending on your optional features lighting c...

Page 103: ...be observed when using the respective features and systems Airbags 1 Front airbag driver 2 Front airbag front passenger 3 Head airbag 4 Side airbag 5 Knee airbag Front airbags Front airbags help prote...

Page 104: ...s or mobile phones Do not use the cover of the front airbag on the front passenger side as a storage area Do not place slip covers seat cushions or other objects on the front passenger seat that are n...

Page 105: ...tem When transporting older children and adults the front seat passenger airbags may be deac tivated in certain sitting positions In this case the indicator lamp for the front seat passenger airbags l...

Page 106: ...ective seat all the way forward 2 Press the switch forward again The seat still moves forward slightly 3 Readjust the seat to the desired position The calibration procedure is completed when the messa...

Page 107: ...e On the Control Display and on the vehicle 1 Vehicle info 2 Vehicle status 3 Perform reset 4 Start the engine do not drive off 5 Reset tire inflation pressure Perform reset 6 Drive away The wheels ar...

Page 108: ...flat tires Run flat tires refer to page 209 are la beled with a circular symbol containing the letters RSC marked on the tire s sidewall WARNING A damaged regular tire with low or miss ing tire infla...

Page 109: ...he driving speed road con ditions external temperature cargo load etc WARNING Your vehicle handles differently when a run flat tire is damaged and has low or missing tire inflation pressure for exampl...

Page 110: ...s the driver s responsibility to maintain correct tire pressure even if under inflation has not reached the level to trigger illumination of the TPMS low tire pressure telltale Your vehicle has also b...

Page 111: ...ntaining the letters RSC marked on the tire s sidewall WARNING A damaged regular tire with low or miss ing tire inflation pressure impacts handling such as steering and braking response Run flat tires...

Page 112: ...dingly Avoid abrupt steering maneuvers or driving over obstacles for exam ple curbs potholes etc Because the possible driving distance de pends on how the vehicle is used during the trip the actual di...

Page 113: ...Safety button Camera The camera is installed near the interior mirror Keep the windshield in the area behind the in terior mirror clean and clear Switching on off The Intelligent Safety systems are au...

Page 114: ...they are detected by the system Information WARNING Indicators and warnings do not relieve from the personal responsibility Due to sys tem limits warnings or reactions of the system may not be output...

Page 115: ...isplayed in case of the immi nent danger of a collision when the vehicle ap proaches another object at a high differential speed The driver must intervene actively when there is an acute warning If ne...

Page 116: ...If there are constant blinding effects be cause of oncoming light e g from the sun low in the sky Warning sensitivity The more sensitive the warning settings are for example the warning time the more...

Page 117: ...with the Intelligent Safety systems activated for example approach control warning with light braking function There is risk of an acci dent Switch all Intelligent Safety systems off prior to tow sta...

Page 118: ...forewarning Braking intervention The detection of objects can be influenced by technical system limitations e g pedestrians or stationary objects Limitations of the detec tion range and functional res...

Page 119: ...nger of a col lision with pedestrians and includes a braking function The camera in the area of the rearview mirror controls the system General information With sufficient brightness the system warns...

Page 120: ...If a collision with a person detected in this way is imminent a warning symbol appears on the instrument cluster and in the Head up Display The red symbol is displayed and a sig nal sounds Intervene...

Page 121: ...hield are dirty or covered Up to 10 seconds after the start of the en gine via the Start Stop button During calibration of the camera immedi ately after vehicle delivery If there are constant blinding...

Page 122: ...ing situa tions Automatically after approx 3 seconds When returning to your own lane When braking hard When using the turn signal System limits Information WARNING The system can react incorrectly or...

Page 123: ...turn signal the system issues a warning in the sit uations described above The lamp in the exterior mirror housing flashes and the steering wheel vibrates Information WARNING The system does not reli...

Page 124: ...stem may not be fully functional in the following situations When a vehicle is approaching at a speed much faster than your own In heavy fog rain or snowfall In tight curves or on narrow lanes If the...

Page 125: ...This procedure takes the following criteria into account Personal driving style for example steer ing behavior Driving conditions for example length of trip Starting at approximately 43 mph 70 km h t...

Page 126: ...reduce the pressure on the brake pedal for the duration of the emergency stop DSC Dynamic Stability Control The concept Dynamic Stability Control detect for example the following unstable driving con...

Page 127: ...n the instrument cluster The indicator lamp lights up DSC is deactivated DTC Dynamic Traction Control The concept DTC is a version of the DSC where forward momentum is optimized The system ensures max...

Page 128: ...rs for greater driving agility SPORT Consistently sporty control of the shock ab sorbers for greater driving agility when driving with limited driving stabilization COMFORT ECO PRO Balanced control of...

Page 129: ...edly until SPORT appears in 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 Ind...

Page 130: ...r the following driving programs in Driving mode SPORT refer to page 129 ECO PRO refer to page 189 Displays Program selection Pressing the button displays a list of the selectable programs Depending o...

Page 131: ...e 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 steering force is reduced Furthermore the steeri...

Page 132: ...y and then accelerate again If the vehicle ahead of you drives away after a prolonged period briefly press the accelerator pedal or press the appropriate button to acti vate the system The vehicle wil...

Page 133: ...in the speedometer is set to the current speed Cruise control can be used DSC will be switched on if needed Switching off To switch off the system while standing step on brake pedal at the same time...

Page 134: ...s Maintaining storing the speed Press button Or Press the rocker switch while the system is in terrupted When the system is switched on the current speed is maintained and stored as the desired speed...

Page 135: ...ic 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 vehicle detected by the rad...

Page 136: ...kes until you actively resume control by pressing on the brake pedal or accelerator pedal Symbol flashes red and a signal sounds You are requested to intervene by braking or make an evasive maneuver D...

Page 137: ...d of you is reliably detected the system requests that the driver intervene by braking and carrying out evasive maneuvers if needed WARNING The system does not relieve from the personal responsibility...

Page 138: ...incurred during parking for example A Check Control message is displayed if the system fails Cruise control The concept The system maintains a preset speed via the buttons on the steering wheel The sy...

Page 139: ...applied If the clutch pedal is depressed for a few seconds or released while a gear is not en gaged If the gear engaged is too high for the cur rent speed When selector lever position D is disen gaged...

Page 140: ...rument cluster Indicator 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 g...

Page 141: ...C button in vehicle PDC Park Distance Control Ultrasound sensors Ultrasound sensors of the PDC for example in the bumpers Functional requirements To ensure full functionality Do not cover sensors for...

Page 142: ...media Radio or Settings 2 Tone 3 Volume settings 4 PDC 5 Turn the Controller until the desired set ting is selected 6 Press the Controller Settings are stored for the profile currently used Visual war...

Page 143: ...oving 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 surfa...

Page 144: ...e from the personal responsibility to correctly assess the traffic situation There is risk of an accident Adjust the driving style to the traffic condi tions Watch traffic and vehicle surroundings clo...

Page 145: ...nes and turning radius are indicated Obstacle marking Obstacle marking Spatially shaped markings are displayed Pathway lines Pathway lines can be superimposed on the im age of the rearview camera Path...

Page 146: ...esired set ting is reached and press the Controller System limits Detection of objects Very low obstacles as well as high protruding objects such as ledges may not be detected by the system Assistance...

Page 147: ...y dirt Clean the camera lenses refer to page 241 Switching on off Switching on off manually Press button Automatic deactivation during forward travel The system switches off when a certain driving dis...

Page 148: ...assess the traffic situation There is risk of an accident Adjust the driving style to the traffic condi tions Watch traffic and vehicle surroundings closely and actively interfere in the respective si...

Page 149: ...Contrast With Top View switched on 1 Select the symbol 2 Turn the Controller until the desired set ting is reached and press the Controller Displaying the turning radius and pathway lines The static r...

Page 150: ...parking assistant and the rear view camera and react accordingly Loud noises from outside and inside the vehi cle may prevent you from hearing the PDC s signal tone WARNING The system does not reliev...

Page 151: ...ehicle s width plus approx 2 3 ft 0 7 m up to maximum 16 ft 5 m Minimum depth your vehicle s length The depth of diagonal parking spaces must be estimated by the driver Dur to technical limitations th...

Page 152: ...assistant if needed Parking assistant is activated 2 Pass the row of parked vehicles at a speed of up to approx 22 mph 35 km h and at a distance of maximum 5 ft 1 5 m The status of the parking space s...

Page 153: ...ground On steep uphill or downhill grades With accumulations of leaves snow in the parking space With ditches or edges for example an edge of a port Limits of ultrasonic measurement Ultrasonic measur...

Page 154: ...Malfunction A Check Control message is displayed The parking assistant failed Have the system checked Controls Driving comfort 154 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 966 156 X 15...

Page 155: ...ively applicable country provisions must be observed when using the respective features and systems Automatic climate control 1 Seat heating left 56 2 Vent settings 3 Rear window defroster 4 Air flow...

Page 156: ...ly Depending on the selected temperature and outside influences the air is directed to the windshield side windows upper body and into the floor area The cooling function refer to page 156 is switched...

Page 157: ...Rear window defroster Press button The rear window defroster switches off automatically after a certain period of time Microfilter In external and recirculated air mode the mi crofilter filters dust a...

Page 158: ...d depending on the tempera ture setting warmed again The car s interior can only be cooled with the engine running Press button Air conditioning is switched on or off Depending on the weather the wind...

Page 159: ...ant recirculated air mode the air quality in the car s interior deteriorates and the fogging of the windows increases If the windows are fogged over switch off the recirculated air mode and press the...

Page 160: ...ing Direct vent in your direction when vehicle s interior is too hot Draft free ventilation Adjust the vent to let the air flow past you Ventilation in the rear Thumbwheel for continuous opening and c...

Page 161: ...Activate timer 1 or Activate timer 2 The symbol on the automatic climate con trol lights up when the reel on time is acti vated The symbol on the automatic climate con trol flashes when the system ha...

Page 162: ...nctions for the sake of security Information WARNING Body parts can be jammed when operat ing remote controlled systems for example the garage door using the integrated universal remote control There...

Page 163: ...an alternat ing code radio system Read the system s owner s manual or press the programmed button on the interior mirror longer If the LED on the interior mirror starts flashing rapidly and then stays...

Page 164: ...he button on the interior mirror while 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 in...

Page 165: ...l Not all points of 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...

Page 166: ...cause burns Flammable materials can ignite if the cigarette lighter falls down or is held against the respective objects There is risk of fire and injuries Hold the cigarette lighter on its handle Mak...

Page 167: ...the socket they can cause a short circuit There is risk of prop erty damage Replace the cigarette lighter or socket cover again after using the socket Sockets General information The lighter socket c...

Page 168: ...ollowing when connecting Do not use force when plugging the con nector into the USB interface Do not connect devices such as fans or lights to the USB interface Do not connect USB hard drives Do not u...

Page 169: ...go cover that snaps back quickly can jam body parts or cause damage There is risk of injuries or risk of property damage Do not let the cargo cover snap back into place Tilting When pulled out the car...

Page 170: ...ake sure that the child restraint system fits securely against the backrest If possible ad just the backrest tilt for all affected backrests and correctly adjust the seats Make sure that seats and bac...

Page 171: ...to unlock the case on both sides 3 Pull the case up and out of the two side brackets arrow 2 Make sure not to tilt it in the process 4 Slide the case all the way into the guides arrows 1 on the backs...

Page 172: ...risk of prop erty damage Do not use anti slip pads Storage compartments The following storage compartments are avail able in the vehicle interior Glove compartment on the front passenger side refer to...

Page 173: ...d eva sive maneuvers There is risk of injuries Al ways close the glove compartment immedi ately after using it Opening Pull the handle Closing Fold cover closed Front storage compartment There is a st...

Page 174: ...t of an accident There is risk of injuries or risk of property damage Use light weight unbreaka ble and sealable containers Do not transport hot beverages Do not force objects into the cup holder Fron...

Page 175: ...e is risk of injuries and risk of property damage Only hang lightweight objects for example shopping bags from the multifunction hooks Only transport heavy luggage in the cargo area if it has been app...

Page 176: ...aining strap into the fixing point 4 Press button 1 to tighten the retaining strap To secure larger loads the retaining straps can also be interlocked with one another Removing the brackets Pull the b...

Page 177: ...go floor panel The storage compartment can be used for example for stowing the cargo cover or the adaptive retain ing system Reversible floor panel The bottom of the cargo floor panel is coated with a...

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Page 179: ...Driving tips This chapter provides you with information useful in dealing with specific driving and operating modes Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 966 156 X 15...

Page 180: ...components Engine transmission and axle drive Up to 1 200 miles 2 000 km Do not exceed the maximum engine and road speed For gasoline engine 4 500 rpm and 100 mph 160 km h For diesel engine 3 500 rpm...

Page 181: ...minutes of cleaning the follow ing may occur Temporarily the engine may run less smoothly Noises and a slight amount of smoke com ing from the exhaust until shortly after the engine is shut down A so...

Page 182: ...so gently every few miles Ensure that this action does not endanger other traffic The heat generated in this process helps dry the brake discs and pads In this way braking efficiency will be availabl...

Page 183: ...the parked vehicle When using the automatic climate control condensation water develops collecting under neath the vehicle Things to remember when driving Driving tips 183 Online Edition for Part no 0...

Page 184: ...s with a cable connection to the vehicle in the car s interior CAUTION Fluids in the cargo area can cause dam age There is risk of property damage Make sure that no fluids leak in the cargo area Deter...

Page 185: ...to stow cargo Do not stack cargo above the top edge of the backrests Use the cargo area partition net refer to page 171 to protect passengers Make sure that objects cannot penetrate the cargo area pa...

Page 186: ...llation instructions of the roof rack Loading Because roof mounted luggage racks raise the vehicle s center of gravity when loaded they have a major effect on vehicle handling and steering response Th...

Page 187: ...ttached 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 res...

Page 188: ...a few sec onds of switching off the engine In addition fuel consumption is also deter mined by other factors such as driving style road conditions maintenance or environmental factors Switch off any...

Page 189: ...the program Via the iDrive 1 Settings 2 ECO PRO mode With respective equipment 1 Settings 2 Driving mode 3 Configure ECO PRO Configure the program ECO PRO Tip Tip at Adjust the ECO PRO speed ECO PRO s...

Page 190: ...ark moves within the blue range Gray display adjust driving style e g by backing off the accelerator pedal The display switches to blue as soon as all conditions for fuel efficiency optimized driving...

Page 191: ...ECO PRO tips Settings are stored for the profile currently used Coasting The concept The system helps to conserve fuel To do this under certain conditions the engine is automatically decoupled from th...

Page 192: ...he tachometer is backlit in blue and is located at the zero point The tachometer approximately indicates idle speed The coasting point indicator is illuminated at the zero point during coasting Indica...

Page 193: ...ect the symbol Display on the Control Display The display of the ECO PRO driving style anal ysis consists of a symbolized route and a lookup table The road symbolizes the efficiency of the driv ing st...

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Page 195: ...order to always ensure your mobility you will find important information on operating fluids wheels and tires maintenance and Roadside Assistance in the following Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 9...

Page 196: ...recommendation refer to page 198 prior to refueling CAUTION With a range of less than 30 miles 50 km it is possible that the engine will no longer have sufficient fuel Engine functions are not en sure...

Page 197: ...the cargo floor panel 2 Pull the green knob with the fuel pump symbol This releases the fuel filler flap 3 Briefly press the rear edge of the fuel filler flap Fuel filler flap is opened Observe the f...

Page 198: ...iency the gasoline should be sulfur free or very low in sulfur con tent Fuels that are marked on the gas pump as con taining metal must not be used CAUTION Even small amounts of wrong fuel or wrong fu...

Page 199: ...fur Diesel Maxi mum content of biodiesel 5 B5 Do not use rapeseed methyl ester RME Do not use biodiesel above 5 B5 Do not use gasoline No diesel additives Do not press the Start Stop button after refu...

Page 200: ...mmediately refill with Diesel exhaust fluid re fer to page 201 Diesel exhaust fluid on minimum The remaining range is dis played in the instrument cluster add Diesel exhaust fluid The engine will con...

Page 201: ...dren CAUTION The Diesel exhaust fluid ingredients are very aggressive There is risk of property dam age Avoid contact of Diesel exhaust fluid with surfaces of the vehicle Suitable Diesel exhaust flui...

Page 202: ...a dealer s service center or another qualified service center or repair shop Disposing of bottles Diesel exhaust fluid bottles can be dis posed of at a dealer s service center or another qualified ser...

Page 203: ...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 driving no more than 1 25...

Page 204: ...nt 225 45 R 18 91 Y RSC 2 4 35 Rear 255 40 R 18 95 Y RSC 2 4 35 Front 225 40 R 19 89 Y RSC 2 2 32 Rear 255 35 R 19 92 Y RSC 2 6 38 Front 225 35 R 20 90 Y XL RSC 2 5 36 Rear 255 30 R 20 92 Y XL RSC 3 0...

Page 205: ...02 M Speed up to a max of 50 mph 80 km h 4 2 60 With high speed tuning feature Tire size Pressure specifications in bar PSI Specifications in bar PSI with cold tires 225 50 R 17 94 H M S RSC 2 7 39 3...

Page 206: ...f 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 1 g times as well on the government course as a tire...

Page 207: ...tread depth of less than 0 16 inches 4 mm Below a tread depth of 0 16 inches 4 mm tires are less suitable for winter operation Minimum tread depth Wear indicators are distributed around the tire s ci...

Page 208: ...from a single manufacturer Following tire damage have the original wheel and tire combination remounted on the vehicle as soon as possible WARNING Wheels and tires which are not suitable for your veh...

Page 209: ...een the axes is not per missible on vehicles with different tire sizes or rim sizes on the front and rear axles Storage Store wheels and tires in a cool dry place with as little exposure to light as p...

Page 210: ...ker off the sealant container and apply it to the steering wheel The use of a sealant can damage the TPM wheel electronics In this case have the electronics checked at the next opportu nity and have t...

Page 211: ...ealing container ensuring 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...

Page 212: ...mpressor If a tire inflation pressure of 2 bar cannot be reached contact your dealer s service cen ter or another qualified service center or repair shop Stowing the Mobility System 1 Remove the conne...

Page 213: ...nd suitable Information regarding suitable snow chains is available from a dealer s service center or an other qualified service center or repair shop Use Use only in pairs on the rear wheels equipped...

Page 214: ...tively applicable country provisions must be observed when using the respective features and systems Important features in the engine comp 1 Jump starting negative battery terminal 2 Vehicle identific...

Page 215: ...protruding parts and keep these areas clear WARNING An incorrectly locked hood can open while driving and restrict visibility There is risk of an accident Stop immediately and correctly close the hood...

Page 216: ...rement has two meas uring principles Status display Detailed measurement Electronic oil measurement Status display The concept The engine oil level is monitored electronically while driving and shown...

Page 217: ...ccelera tor pedal not depressed Engine is running and is at operating tem perature Performing a detailed measurement In order to perform a detailed measurement of the engine oil level 1 Vehicle info 2...

Page 218: ...oil make sure that the engine oil has the viscosity grade SAE 0W 30 or SAE 0W 20 Alternatively also en gine oils with viscosity grades SAE 5W 20 SAE 5W 30 SAE 0W 40 or SAE 5W 40 can be used The visco...

Page 219: ...I SL or superior oil rating Engine oil change CAUTION Engine oil that is not changed in timely fashion can cause increased engine wear and thus engine damage There is risk of property damage Do not ex...

Page 220: ...additives Not all commercially available additives are suitable for the vehicle Information about suit able additives is available from a dealer s serv ice center or another qualified service center o...

Page 221: ...pen it 3 If the coolant is low slowly add coolant up to the specified level do not overfill 4 Turn the lid until there is an audible click The arrows on the coolant reservoir and the lid must point to...

Page 222: ...Detailed information on service requirements refer to page 88 can be displayed on the Con trol Display Service data in the remote control Information on the required maintenance is continuously stored...

Page 223: ...er qualified service center or repair shop or other persons that have the specialized training and equip ment for purposes of properly utilizing the socket for Onboard Diagnosis Position There is an O...

Page 224: ...r blades installed the wind shield can be damaged There is risk of prop erty damage Secure the wiper arm when re placing the wiper blades and do not fold down the wipers without the wiper blades insta...

Page 225: ...bulbs with your bare hands Use a clean cloth or something similar or hold the bulb by its base Light emitting diodes LEDs Some items of equipment use light emitting diodes installed behind a cover as...

Page 226: ...repair shop Accessing the turn signals and low beams Follow general instructions refer to page 225 In the wheel house loosen the two brackets and remove the cover Turn signal 21 watt bulb PY21W 1 If n...

Page 227: ...s headlight flasher 55 watt bulb H7 1 Unscrew the bulb holder arrow 1 and carefully remove it arrow 2 2 Remove the bulb from the bulb holder 3 To insert the bulb and bulb holder proceed in reverse ord...

Page 228: ...n exterior mirror The turn signals in the exterior mirrors feature LED technology In the case of a malfunction contact a dealer s service center or another qualified service center or repair shop Tail...

Page 229: ...cle jack The jacking points for the vehicle jack are lo cated at the positions shown Vehicle battery Maintenance The battery is maintenance free The added amount of acid is sufficient for the service...

Page 230: ...nt with the engine off Power failure After a power loss some equipment needs to be newly initialized or individual settings up dated for example Seat and mirror memory store the posi tions again Time...

Page 231: ...rubber lip and then thread it between the bars 3 Press down on the holder and tighten the three screws In the cargo area Fold up the cargo floor panel The fuses are located under a cover To open the c...

Page 232: ...nder unfavorable con ditions Overview SOS button in the roofliner Requirements The SIM card integrated in the vehicle has been activated The radio ready state is switched on The Assist system is funct...

Page 233: ...ion dates of the contents regularly and replace any expired items promptly Storage The first aid kit is located behind the left hand cover in the cargo area Jump starting General information If the ba...

Page 234: ...egative jumper cable to the negative terminal of the battery or to the corresponding engine or body ground of assisting vehicle 5 Attach the second terminal clamp to the negative terminal of the batte...

Page 235: ...to control the vehi cle s response Do not exceed a towing speed of 30 mph 50 km h Do not exceed a towing distance of 30 miles 50 km Tow truck With xDrive The vehicle should only be transported on a lo...

Page 236: ...ther vehicle parts can occur There is risk of property damage Cor rectly attach the tow bar or tow rope to the tow fitting Switch on the hazard warning system de pending on local regulations If the el...

Page 237: ...Tow starting Steptronic transmission Do not tow start the vehicle Tow starting the engine is not possible due to the Steptronic transmission Have the cause of the starting problems fixed Manual transm...

Page 238: ...nimum distance from sensors cameras seals 12 inches 30 cm Minimum distance from glass sunroof 31 5 inches 80 cm Automatic car washes Information CAUTION Improper use of automatic car washes can cause...

Page 239: ...rom insects with shampoo and wash off with water Thaw ice with de icing spray do not use an ice scraper After washing the vehicle After washing the vehicle apply the brakes briefly to dry them otherwi...

Page 240: ...y wheels When cleaning the vehicle use only neutral wheel cleaners having a pH value from 5 to 9 Do not use abrasive cleaning agents or steam jets above 140 60 Follow the manufac turer s instructions...

Page 241: ...e for the pedals Ensure that the floor mats are securely fastened again after they were re moved for example for cleaning Floor mats can be removed from the car s inte rior for cleaning If the floor c...

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Page 243: ...Reference 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 2 966 156 X 15...

Page 244: ...be found in the approval documents on labels on the vehicle or can be obtained from a dealer s service center or another qualified service cen ter or repair shop The information in the vehicle docume...

Page 245: ...5 1 500 328d xDrive Approved gross vehicle weight lbs kg 4 760 2 159 Load lbs kg 880 399 Approved front axle load lbs kg 2 150 975 Approved rear axle load lbs kg 2 710 1 229 Approved roof load capacit...

Page 246: ...Updates made after the editorial deadline These chapters of the printed Owner s Manual were updated after the editorial deadline The right place for children children al ways in the rear refer to page...

Page 247: ...Appendix Reference 247 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 966 156 X 15...

Page 248: ...Driver s Guide 6 Approved axle load 245 Arrival time 92 Ashtray 166 Assistance when driving off 130 Assist system information on Control Display 95 Attentiveness assistant 125 AUTO intensity 159 Autom...

Page 249: ...eels 229 Changing wheels tires 208 Chassis number see vehicle identification number 10 Check Control 83 Checking the engine oil level electronically 216 Checking the oil level elec tronically 216 Chil...

Page 250: ...ld 95 Display lighting see Instru ment lighting 102 Displays cleaning 241 Disposal coolant 221 Disposal vehicle battery 230 Distance control see PDC 140 Distance to destination 92 Divided screen view...

Page 251: ...g back rear seat back rests 170 Fold out position wiper 76 Foot brake 182 Front airbags 103 Front end collision warning with braking function 116 Front end collision warning with City Braking func tio...

Page 252: ...vehicle 30 Intelligent emergency call 232 Intelligent Safety 112 Intensity AUTO pro gram 159 Interior equipment 162 Interior lights 102 Interior lights during unlock ing 38 Interior lights with the v...

Page 253: ...g iDrive 18 Menus refer to iDrive operat ing concept 20 Messages see Check Con trol 83 Microfilter 157 160 Minimum tread tires 207 Mirror 61 Mirror memory 60 Mobile communication devi ces in the vehic...

Page 254: ...witch see Controller 19 R Radiator fluid 220 Radio 6 Radio operated key see Re mote control 34 Radio ready state 68 Rain sensor 74 Rapeseed oil methyl ester RME 199 Rear lights 229 Rear socket 167 Rea...

Page 255: ...orque dis play performance dis play 93 SPORT program Dynamic Driving Control 129 Sport program transmis sion 79 Sport steering variable 128 Stability control systems 126 Start stop automatic func tion...

Page 256: ...settings 46 Updates made after the edito rial deadline 7 Upholstery care 240 USB interface 168 V Vanity mirror 166 Variable sport steering 128 Vehicle battery 229 Vehicle battery replac ing 229 Vehicl...

Page 257: ...es suitable tires 208 Winter tires tread 207 Wiper 74 Wiper blades replacing 224 Wiper fluid 76 Wiper fold out position 76 Wiper system 74 Wood care 240 Word match concept naviga tion 26 Wrench see On...

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