BMW ActiveHybrid 3 Owner'S Manual Download

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Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 917 825 - II/13

Summary of Contents for ActiveHybrid 3

Page 1: ...Owner s Manual for Vehicle THE BMW ACTIVE HYBRID 3 OWNER S MANUAL The Ultimate Driving Machine THE BMW ACTIVE HYBRID 3 OWNER S MANUAL Contents A Z Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 917 825 II 13 ...

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Page 3: ...elp you make full use of the technical features available in your BMW The manual also contains information designed to enhance operating reliability and road safety and to contribute to maintaining the value of your BMW Any updates made after the editorial deadline for the printed or Integrated Owner s Manual are located in the appendix of the printed quick reference for the vehicle Supplementary ...

Page 4: ...ich Germany Reprinting including excerpts only with the written consent of BMW AG Munich US English II 13 03 13 490 Printed on environmentally friendly paper bleached without chlorine suitable for recycling Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 917 825 II 13 ...

Page 5: ...63 Driving 74 Displays 90 Lamps 95 Safety 111 Driving stability control systems 116 Driving comfort 132 Climate control 138 Interior equipment 146 Storage compartments Driving tips 152 Things to remember when driving 156 Loading 159 Saving fuel Mobility 166 Refueling 168 Fuel 169 Wheels and tires 176 Engine compartment 178 Engine oil 180 Coolant 181 Maintenance 183 Replacing components 194 Breakdo...

Page 6: ...r service center will be glad to advise you at any time Information on BMW e g on technology is available on the Internet bmwusa com Symbols Indicates precautions that must be followed precisely in order to avoid the possibility of per sonal injury and serious damage to the vehicle Marks the end of a specific item of informa tion Identifies Control Display texts used to se lect individual function...

Page 7: ...hat they have been thoroughly tested by BMW to ensure optimum performance when installed on your vehicle BMW warrants these parts to be free from de fects in material and workmanship BMW will not accept any liability for damage resulting from in stallation of parts and accessories not approved by BMW BMW cannot test every product made by other manufacturers to verify if it can be used on a BMW saf...

Page 8: ...be aware of any applicable warranty limita tions or exclusions for such country or region In such case please contact Customer Relations for further information Maintenance Maintain the vehicle regularly to sustain the road safety operational reliability and the New Vehi cle Limited Warranty Specifications for required maintenance meas ures BMW Maintenance system Service and Warranty Information B...

Page 9: ...ssing the 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 your vehicle only if a nontrivial crash situation occurs no data are re corded by the EDR under normal driving condi tions and no personal data e g name gender age and crash location are rec...

Page 10: ...w safercar gov For Canadian customers Canadian customers who wish to report a safety related defect to Transport Canada De fect Investigations and Recalls may telephone the toll free hotline 1 800 333 0510 You can also obtain other information about motor vehi cle safety from http www tc gc ca roadsafety Notes 10 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 917 825 II 13 ...

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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 no 01 40 2 917 825 II 13 ...

Page 14: ...ntry variant This also applies for safety related functions and systems All around the steering wheel 1 Roller sunblinds 47 2 Rear window safety switch 46 3 Power windows 45 4 Exterior mirror operation 56 5 Glove compartment on the driver s side 146 Driver assistance systems Active Blind Spot Detec tion 106 Collision warning 103 Lane departure warning 105 6 Lamps Front fog lamps 93 Parking lamps 9...

Page 15: ...control rocker switch 117 9 Instrument cluster 74 10 Steering wheel buttons right Entertainment source Volume Voice activation 25 Phone see user s manual for Nav igation Entertainment and Com munication Thumbwheel for selection lists 84 11 Steering column stalk right Windshield wipers 69 Rain sensor 69 Clean the windshields and head lamps 70 12 Starting stopping the engine switching drive readines...

Page 16: ...anual for Navigation Entertainment and Communi cation 7 Climate control 132 8 Controller with buttons 18 9 Parking brake 67 10 PDC Park Distance Control 118 Backup camera 120 Parking assistant 127 Surround View 120 11 Driving Dynamics Control 113 DSC Dynamic Stability Con trol 111 12 Automatic transmission selector lever 71 At a glance Cockpit 16 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 917 825 II 13 ...

Page 17: ... headliner 1 Emergency Request 194 2 Glass sunroof powered 47 3 Indicator lamp front passenger airbag 97 4 Reading lamps 94 5 Interior lamps 94 Cockpit At a glance 17 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 917 825 II 13 ...

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

Page 19: ... menu BACK Displays the previous panel OPTION Opens the Options menu Controller without navigation system Select menu items and create settings 1 Turn 2 Press 3 Move in two directions Buttons on controller Press the button Function MENU Open the main menu Audio Open audio menu last lis tened to switch between audio menus TEL Opens the Telephone menu iDrive At a glance 19 Online Edition for Part no...

Page 20: ...erlap Move the controller to the left The current panel is closed and the previous panel is displayed The previous panel is opened again by pressing the BACK button In this case the current panel is not closed Move the controller to the right A new panel is opened on top of the previous display White arrows pointing to the left or right indicate that additional panels can be opened View of an open...

Page 21: ...ontroller Activating deactivating the functions Several menu items are preceded by a check box It indicates whether the function is acti vated or deactivated Selecting the menu item activates or deactivates the function The function is activated The function is deactivated Example setting the clock Setting the clock 1 Press the button The main menu is displayed 2 Turn the controller until Settings...

Page 22: ...adio symbols Symbol Meaning Satellite radio is switched on Telephone symbols Symbol Meaning Incoming or outgoing call Missed call Wireless network reception strength Symbol flashes network search Wireless network is not available Bluetooth is switched on Roaming is active Text message was received Check the SIM card SIM card is blocked SIM card is missing Enter the PIN Entertainment symbols Symbol...

Page 23: ...s navigation destina tions phone numbers and entry points into the menu The settings are stored for the remote control currently in use Without navigation system and telephone Onlyradiostationscanbestoredonthebuttons refer to user s manual for Navigation Entertain ment and Communication Saving a function 1 Highlight the function via the iDrive 2 Press the desired button for more than 2 seconds Run...

Page 24: ...een cases letters and numbers Depending on the menu you can switch be tween entering upper and lower case letters and numbers Symbol Function Enter the letters Enter the numbers or Move the controller up Without navigation system Select the symbol Entry comparison Entry of names and addresses the selection is narroweddowneverytimealetterisenteredand letters may be added automatically The entries a...

Page 25: ...the button on the steering wheel 2 Wait for the signal 3 Say the command Thecommandisdisplayedintheinstrument cluster This symbol in the instrument cluster indi cates that the voice activation system is active If no other commands are available operate the function in this case via iDrive Terminating the voice activation system Briefly press the button on the steering wheel or Cancel Possible comm...

Page 26: ...Entertainment sound output if necessary 2 Press the button on the steering wheel 3 C D drive track e g CD track 4 Setting the voice dialog You can set whether the system should use the standard dialog or a shorter version In the shorter variant of the voice dialog the an nouncements from the system are issued in an abbreviated form On the Control Display 1 Settings 2 Language Units 3 Speech m 4 Se...

Page 27: ...sis and speed Always say commands in the language of the voice activation system Keep the doors windows and glass sunroof closed to prevent noise interference Avoid making other noise in the vehicle while speaking Voice activation system At a glance 27 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 917 825 II 13 ...

Page 28: ...vent of a flat tire This information can also be displayed during driving Search by pictures Information and descriptions based on illustra tions can be searched via search by pictures This is helpful for example if the description of an outfitting package that cannot be named is needed Owner s Manual Information and descriptions can be searched by direct entry of a search term via the index Selec...

Page 29: ...nu is displayed 2 Display Owner s Manual 3 Select the desired page in the Owner s Manual 4 Press the button again to return to the function displayed last 5 Press the button to return to the page of the Owner s Manual displayed last To switch back and forth repeatedly between the function displayed last and the page of the Owner s Manual displayed last repeat steps 4 and 5 This opens a new panel e...

Page 30: ...The current is stored in the high voltage battery and is used to drive the electric motor Thehybridsystemcombinesthefollowingfunc tions Assists during acceleration ASSIST and eBOOST Electric driving eDRIVE Automatic stopping of the combustion en gine during coasting coasting Energy regeneration conversion and stor age of kinetic energy into electrical energy and storage of the electrical energy CH...

Page 31: ...functions such as the automatic climate control are supplied by the high voltage battery and can remain switched on Auxiliary functions of the automatic climate control The hybrid system makes it possible to operate the automatic climate control even with the combustion engine switched off In this way the interior of the vehicle can be cooled for example during a break in the journey by residual c...

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Page 33: ...vide you with information that will give you complete control of your vehicle All features and accessories that are useful for driving and your safety comfort and convenience are described here Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 917 825 II 13 ...

Page 34: ...d up and implemented when the vehicle is unlocked depend on which remote control is used to unlock the vehicle Personal Profile refer to page 35 In addition information about service require ments is stored in the remote control Service data in the remote control refer to page 181 Integrated key Press the button on the back of the remote con trol arrow 1 and pull out the key arrow 2 The integrated...

Page 35: ...e engine or activating engine readiness with emergency detection of the remote control Automatic transmission if a corresponding Check Control message appears hold the re mote control as shown against the marked area on the steering column and press the Start Stop button within 10 seconds while pressing the brake Personal Profile The concept You can set several of your vehicle s functions to suit ...

Page 36: ...re reset to their default values 1 Switch on the ignition 2 Settings 3 Profiles The current profile is selected 4 Open Options 5 Reset current profile Importing profiles Existing settings and contacts are overwritten with the imported profile 1 Settings 2 Profiles 3 Import profile 4 USB interface USB device Exporting profiles Most settings of the active profile and the saved contacts can be export...

Page 37: ...king Programmable memory buttons assign ment Head up Display selection brightness po sition and rotation of the display Headlamp courtesy delay feature time set ting Tone tone settings Automatic climate control Automatic cli mate control with enhanced features set tings Navigation map views route criteria voice output on off Park Distance Control PDC adjusting the signal tone volume Radio stored s...

Page 38: ...ake the remote control with you People or animals left unattended in a parked vehicle can lock the doors from the in side Always take the remote control with you when leaving the vehicle so that the vehicle can then be opened from the outside Unlocking Press the button on the remote control The vehicle is unlocked Welcome lamps interior lamp and courtesy lamps are switched on You can set how the v...

Page 39: ...hicle has been unlocked Do not place the remote control in the cargo area Take the remote control with you and do not leave it in the cargo area otherwise the remote control is locked inside the vehicle when the trunk lid is closed The trunk lid is locked again as soon as it is pushed closed Confirmation signals from the vehicle 1 Settings 2 Doors key 3 Deactivate or activate the desired confirma ...

Page 40: ...e devices could void the user s authority to operate this equipment Using the door lock General information Locking from the outside Do not lock the vehicle from the outside if there are people in it as the vehicle cannot be unlocked from inside without special knowl edge The alarm system is triggered when the door is opened if the vehicle is unlocked via the door lock In order to terminate this a...

Page 41: ...second time opens it Automatic locking The setting is stored for the remote control cur rently in use 1 Settings 2 Doors key 3 Select the desired function Lock if no door opened The vehicle locks automatically after a short period of time if a door is not opened Lock after start driving The vehicle locks automatically after you drive away Trunk lid Opening During opening the trunk lid pivots back ...

Page 42: ...parked us ing valet service The infrared remote control can be handed out without the key Emergency unlocking Pull the handle inside the cargo area The trunk lid unlocks Comfort Access The concept The vehicle can be accessed without activating the remote control All you need to do is to have the remote control with you e g in your jacket pocket The vehicle automatically detects the remote control ...

Page 43: ...ess the button on the exterior of the trunk lid This corresponds to pressing the button on the remote control Do not place the remote control in the cargo area Take the remote control with you and do not leave it in the cargo area otherwise the remote control is locked inside the vehicle when the trunk lid is closed Open trunk lid with no touch activation With Comfort Access the trunk lid can be o...

Page 44: ...al a wheel or when towing the car Interruptions in battery voltage The alarm system briefly indicates tampering By sounding an acoustic alarm By switching on the hazard warning system By flashing the daytime running lights Arming and disarming the alarm system General information When you lock or unlock the vehicle either with the remote control or at the door lock the alarm system is armed or dis...

Page 45: ...triggered Tilt alarm sensor The tilt of the vehicle is monitored The alarm system responds in situations such as attempts to steal a wheel or when the car is towed Interior motion sensor The windows and glass sunroof must be closed for the system to function properly Avoiding unintentional alarms The tilt alarm sensor and interior motion sensor can be switched off together such as in the fol lowin...

Page 46: ...m check that the window s closing path is clear other wise the closing action may not stop in certain situations e g if thin objects are present No window accessories Do not install any accessories in the range of movement of the windows otherwise the pinch protection system will be impaired Closing without the pinch protection system Keep the closing path clear Monitor the closing process and mak...

Page 47: ...raised Donotopenthewindowwhiletherollersunblind is raised otherwise there is a risk of damage at high speeds that may result in personal injury Glass sunroof powered General information The glass sunroof is operational when the igni tion is switched on Keep the closing path clear Monitor the closing process and make sure that the closing path of the glass sunroof is clear otherwise injuries may re...

Page 48: ...nch protection For example if there is an external danger pro ceed as follows 1 Press the switch forward beyond the resist ance point and hold Pinch protection is limited and the roof re opens slightly if the closing force exceeds a certain value 2 Press the switch forward again beyond the resistance point and hold until the roof closes without pinch protection Closing from the raised position wit...

Page 49: ...ving Do not adjust the driver s seat while driv ing or the seat could respond with unexpected movement and the ensuing loss of vehicle con trol could lead to an accident Do not incline the backrest too far to the rear Also on the front passenger side do not incline the backrest on the front passenger side too far to the rear during driving or there is a risk of slipping under the safety belt in th...

Page 50: ...he seat en gages 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 Note The seat setting for the driver s seat is stored for the remote control currently in use When the vehicle is unlocked via the remote control the positionisautomaticallyretrievedifthefunction refer to page 39 is activ...

Page 51: ... the lumbar region of the spine The lower back and the spine are supported for upright posture Pressthefront rearsectionof the switch The curvature is increased decreased Press the upper lower sec tion of the switch The curvature is shifted up down Backrest width Change the width of the backrest using the side wings to adjust the lateral support Adjusting Controls 51 Online Edition for Part no 01 ...

Page 52: ...ts with safety belt The vehicle has five seats each of which is equipped with a safety belt Number of safety belts Your vehicle has been fitted with five safety belts for the safety of you and your passengers How ever they can only offer protection when ad justed correctly Notes Always make sure that safety belts are being worn by all occupants before driving away Although airbags enhance safety b...

Page 53: ...nds Make sure that the safety belts are positioned correctly The safety belt reminder is active at speeds above approx 5 mph 8 km h It can also be ac tivated if objects are placed on the front pas senger seat Damage to safety belts In the case of strain caused by accidents or damage Have the safety belts including the safety belt tensioners replaced and have the belt anchors checked Checking and r...

Page 54: ...he head restraint out completely Before 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 Correctly adjusted head restraint A correctly adjusted head restraint reduces the risk of injury to cervical vertebrae in the event of an accident Adjusting the head restrai...

Page 55: ...nts Removing Only remove the head restraint if no one will be sitting in the seat in question 1 Pull the head restraint upward as far as pos sible 2 Press the button arrow 1 and pull the head restraint out completely Before 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 Seat and m...

Page 56: ...s deactivated to save battery power To reactivate calling up of a seat position Open and close the door or trunk lid Press a button on the remote control Press the Start Stop button Mirrors Exterior mirrors At a glance 1 Adjusting 2 Left right Automatic Curb Monitor 3 Fold in and out General information The mirror on the passenger side is more curved than the driver s side mirror Estimating distan...

Page 57: ...streets For folding back mirrors that were folded away manually Mirrors that were folded in are folded out auto matically at a speed of approx 25 mph 40 km h Fold in the mirror in a car wash Before entering an automatic car wash fold in the exterior mirrors by hand or with the button otherwise they could be damaged de pending on the width of the vehicle Automatic heating Both exterior mirrors are ...

Page 58: ... adjust the steering wheel while driving otherwise an unexpected movement could result in an accident Adjusting 1 Fold the lever down 2 Move the steering wheel to the preferred height and angle to suit your seating posi tion 3 Fold the lever back Steering wheel heating Switching on off Press the button On the LED lights up Off the LED goes out Controls Adjusting 58 Online Edition for Part no 01 40...

Page 59: ...n the front passenger seat Should it ever be necessary to use a child re straint fixing system in the front passenger seat make sure that the front knee and side airbags on the front passenger side are deactivated Au tomatic deactivation of front passenger airbags refer to page 97 Note Deactivated front passenger airbags If a child restraint fixing system is used in the front passenger seat the fr...

Page 60: ...m in the front passenger seat the backrest width must be opened completely Do not change the adjustment after this otherwise the stability of the child seat will be reduced Child seat security The rear safety belts and the front passenger safety belt can be locked against pulling out for mounting the child restraint fixing systems Locking the safety belt 1 Pull out the belt webbing completely 2 Se...

Page 61: ...he indicated covers Mounting ISOFIX child restraint fixing systems 1 Mount the child restraint fixing system refer to the user s manual of the system 2 Ensure that both LATCH anchors are prop erly connected Child restraint fixing system with a tether strap Note LATCH mounting eyes Only use the mounting eyes for the upper LATCH retaining strap to secure child restraint fixing systems otherwise the ...

Page 62: ...he 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 rear doors down The door can now be opened from the outside only Safety switch for the rear Press the button on the driver s door if children are being transported in the rear This locks various fun...

Page 63: ...king system Shortly before the battery is discharged completely so that the engine can still be started Ignition on Press the Start Stop button and do not press on the brake pedal at the same time All vehicle systems are ready for operation Most of the indicator and warning lamps in the instrument cluster light up for varying lengths of time To save battery power when the engine is off switch off ...

Page 64: ...tion off The following are the different drive readiness variants Electric driving refer to page 66 The combustion engine is not switched on Driving with the combustion engine refer to page 66 The vehicle is powered by the combustion engine Drive readiness in detail General information Do not leave the vehicle unattended Do not leave the vehicle unattended with drive readiness active otherwise it ...

Page 65: ...king brake 4 Drive away Deactivating drive readiness After parking the vehicle you may hear noises due to operation of the hybrid system such as for cooling of the high voltage battery After stopping the vehicle 1 Select transmission position P 2 Press the Start Stop button 3 Set the parking brake Before driving into a car wash In order for the vehicle to be able to roll into a car wash heed the i...

Page 66: ...t of a malfunction A message is displayed It is possible to continue driving Have the system checked Electric driving eDRIVE Requirements Electric driving is possible under the following conditions Speed up to approx 35 mph approx 60 km h In ECO PRO mode slightly higher speeds are also possible In ECO PRO mode speed up to approx 45 mph approx 75 km h The high voltage battery is sufficiently charge...

Page 67: ...IST During normal vehicle operation the electric motor assists the combustion engine depend ing on the situation eBOOST Accelerating quickly such as when passing re quires the maximum available power from the electric motor To do this apply extra force to the accelerator pedal Energy recovery CHARGE The hybrid system makes it possible to convert kinetic energy into electrical power when brak ing a...

Page 68: ...ng and when the turn signals warning flashers are working or else the additional flasher lights in the exterior mirror will no longer be in the pre scribed position and will be difficult to see Using turn signals Press the lever beyond the resistance point To switch off manually press the lever to the re sistance point Unusually rapid flashing of the indicator lamp in dicates that a turn signal bu...

Page 69: ...le is stationary Fast wiping speed press up twice or press once beyond the resistance point Thewipersswitchtonormalspeedwhenthe vehicle is stationary Switching off and brief wipe Press the wiper levers down The lever automatically returns to its initial po sition when released Brief wipe press down once To switch off normal wipe press down once To switch off fast wipe press down twice Intermittent...

Page 70: ... switched on Fold out position of the wipers Required when changing the wiper blades or under frosty conditions for example 1 Switch the ignition on and off again 2 Under frosty conditions ensure that the wiper blades are not frozen onto the wind shield 3 Press the wiper lever up beyond the point of resistance and hold it for approx 3 seconds until the wiper remains in a nearly vertical position A...

Page 71: ...he capacity refer to technical data Automatic transmission with Steptronic Transmission positions D Drive automatic position Position for normal vehicle operation All for ward gears are available R is Reverse Select only when the vehicle is stationary N is Neutral Use in automatic car washes for example The vehicle can roll When the ignition is switched off refer to page 63 position P is engaged a...

Page 72: ... it returns to its center position Press unlock button in order to Engage R Shift out of P Engaging P Press button P Sport program DS and manual mode M S Activating the sport program Push the selector lever to the left out of trans mission position D DS is displayed in the instrument cluster The sport program of the transmission is acti vated EDRIVE electric driving and the Auto Start Stop functio...

Page 73: ...ng the sport program manual mode Push the selector lever to the right D is displayed in the instrument cluster Shift paddles for Sport automatic transmission The shift paddles on the steering wheel allow you to shift gears quickly while keeping both hands on the steering wheel If the shift paddles on the steering wheel are used to shift gears in automatic mode the trans mission temporarily switche...

Page 74: ... because of the selected optional equip ment or country variant This also applies for safety related functions and systems Instrument cluster Overview instrument cluster 1 Fuel gauge 77 2 Speedometer 3 Indicator warning lamps 76 4 Tachometer 77 5 Engine oil temperature 78 6 Current fuel consumption 81 7 Electronic displays 75 8 Display reset miles 78 Controls Displays 74 Online Edition for Part no...

Page 75: ...Hybrid displays 79 3 Messages e g Check Control 75 Service requirements 81 Check Control The concept The Check Control system monitors functions in the vehicle and notifies you of malfunctions in the monitored systems A Check Control message is displayed as a combination of indicator or warning lamps and text messages in the instrument cluster and in the Head up Display Inaddition anacousticsignal...

Page 76: ...lision warning Adjustable speed limit Symbol Function or system Cruise control Lane departure warning DSC Dynamic Stability Control DSC Dynamic Stability Control is de activated or DTC Dynamic Traction Control is activated Tire Pressure Monitor Flat Tire Monitor Safety belts Airbag system Steering system Engine functions Parking brake Brake system In Canadian models Parking brake Brake system ABS ...

Page 77: ...d are not cleared un til the malfunction is eliminated If several malfunctions occur at once the messages are displayed consecutively These messages can be hidden for approx 8 seconds After this time they are dis played again automatically Other Check Control messages are hidden automatically after approx 20 seconds They are stored and can be displayed again later Displaying stored Check Control m...

Page 78: ...dis played When the ignition is switched on the trip odometer is reset External temperature External temperature warning If the indicator drops to 37 3 a signal sounds A Check Control message is dis played There is an increased risk of ice on roads Ice on roads Even at temperatures above 37 3 there can be a risk of ice on roads Therefore drivecarefullyonbridgesandshaded roads for example to avoid ...

Page 79: ...EADY High voltage battery charge indicator When driving readiness is switched on in COM FORTmode displaystheavailablechargeofthe high voltage battery with bars in a battery sym bol If five bars are shown the high voltage bat tery is fully charged During normal vehicle operation the high volt age battery is charged up to approx 80 This ensures optimum energy recovery when decel erating or driving d...

Page 80: ...nginefuelcon sumption arrow 1 Blue bars show the percent age of hybrid system functions utilized arrow 2 One bar stands for one minute The combustion engine s average fuel con sumption is indicated by a line above the bar display and as a value to the right of the graph Displaying the energy flow 1 Vehicle Info 2 Hybrid 3 Energy flow Energy flow of the hybrid system The display shows the active co...

Page 81: ...ialist Display Data regarding the service status or legally man dated inspections of the vehicle are automati cally transmitted to your service center before a service due date Instrument cluster with enhanced features Display in the instrument cluster with expanded scope Detailed information on service requirements More information on the scope of service re quired can be displayed on the Control...

Page 82: ...dule Yellow maintenance was per formed late Maintenance was not per formed Speed limit detection with No Passing Information The concept Speed limit detection Speed limit detection uses a symbol in the shape of a traffic sign to display the currently detected speed limit The camera at the base of the interior rearview mirror detects traffic signs at the edge of the road as well as variable over he...

Page 83: ...on is displayed together with the acti vated speed limit information Display The following is displayed in the instrument cluster Speed limit detection Current speed limit Speed limit detection is not avail able Speed limit detection can also be displayed in the Head up Display No Passing Information Start of No Passing zone End of No Passing zone No Passing Information not available No Passing In...

Page 84: ...ial on telephone Activation of the voice activation system In addition programs of the Driving Dynamics Control are displayed Display Instrument cluster with enhanced features 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 thumbwheel select the desired set ting and confirm it by pressing the thumb...

Page 85: ... for less than 45miles 80km thecolorofthedisplaychanges Average fuel consumption This is calculated for the period during which the engine is running The average fuel consumption is calculated for the distance traveled since the last reset by the onboard computer Average speed Periods in which the vehicle is parked with the engine manually stopped do not enter into the calculation of the average s...

Page 86: ...le features two types of computer Onboard info the values can be reset as often as necessary Tripcomputer thevaluesprovideanover view of the current trip Resetting the trip computer 1 Vehicle Info 2 Trip computer 3 Reset all values are reset Automatically reset all values are reset approx 4 hours after the vehicle comes to a standstill Display on the Control Display Display the onboard computer or...

Page 87: ...rs are displayed 5 Press the controller 6 Turn the controller until the desired minutes are displayed 7 Press the controller The time is stored Setting the time format 1 Settings 2 Time Date 3 Format 4 Select the desired format The time format is stored Date Setting the date 1 Settings 2 Time Date 3 Date 4 Turn the controller until the desired day is displayed 5 Press the controller 6 Make the nec...

Page 88: ... remote control cur rently in use Brightness Setting the brightness To set the brightness of the Control Display 1 Settings 2 Control display 3 Brightness 4 Turn the controller until the desired bright ness is set 5 Press the controller The setting is stored for the remote control cur rently in use Depending on the light conditions the bright ness control may not be clearly visible Assist system i...

Page 89: ...3 Driver assistance info Displays Controls 89 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 917 825 II 13 ...

Page 90: ...ch position 0 If the driver door is opened with the ignition switched off the exterior lighting is automati cally switched off at these switch settings Parking lamps Switch position the vehicle lamps light up on all sides e g for parking Do not use the parking lamps for extended pe riods otherwise the battery may become dis charged and it would then be impossible to start the engine When parking i...

Page 91: ...t in determining when the lamps should be switched on in response to ambient lighting conditions For example the sensors are unable to detect fog or hazy weather To avoid safety risks you should always switch on the lamps manually un der these conditions Daytime running lights With the ignition switched on the daytime run ning lights light up in position 0 or After the ignition is switched off the...

Page 92: ...en the low beams are switched on this sys tem automatically switches the high beams on and off or suppresses the light in the areas that blind oncoming traffic The procedure is con trolled by a sensor on the front of the interior rearview mirror The assistant ensures that the high beams are switched on whenever the traffic situation allows The driver can intervene at any time and switch the high b...

Page 93: ... driving close to train or ship traffic and at animal crossings In tight curves on hilltops or in depressions in cross traffic or half obscured oncoming traffic on freeways In poorly lit towns and cities and in the pres ence of highly reflective signs At low speeds When the windshield in front of the interior rearview mirror is fogged over dirty or cov ered with stickers etc Camera The camera is l...

Page 94: ...When the interior lamps are switched off per manently thereadinglampscannotbeswitched on Ambient light Depending on the equipment the lighting can be adjusted in the interior for some lights Selecting color scheme 1 Settings 2 Lighting 3 Ambient 4 Select the desired setting If the color scheme of the line is selected and the welcome lamps are activated the welcome lamps are displayed in the color ...

Page 95: ...irbag driver 2 Front airbag front passenger 3 Head airbag 4 Side airbag 5 Knee airbags Front airbags Front airbags help protect the driver and front passenger by responding to frontal impacts in which safety belts alone cannot provide ade quate restraint Side airbags In a lateral impact the side airbag supports the side of the body in the chest and lap area Head airbags In a lateral impact the hea...

Page 96: ...steering wheel Do not apply adhesive materials to the air bag cover panels cover them or modify them in any way Never modify either the individual compo nentsorthewiringintheairbagsystem This also applies to steering wheel covers the dashboard the seats the roof pillars and the sides of the headliner Even when all instructions are followed closely injury from contact with the airbags cannot be rul...

Page 97: ...d and the indicator lamp goes out If it is not possible to activate the airbags have the person sit in the rear To make sure that the occupied seat cushion can be evaluated correctly Do not attach covers cushions ball mats or other items to the front passenger seat un less they are specifically recommended by the manufacturer of your vehicle Do not place any electronic devices on the passenger sea...

Page 98: ...e system monitors tire pressure in the four mounted tires The system warns you if there is asignificantlossofpressureinoneormoretires For this purpose sensors in the tire valves measure the tire pressure and tire temperature Hints Tire damage due to external factors Sudden tire damage caused by external influences cannot be indicated in advance Pay attention to the other information and indi catio...

Page 99: ... of the system was not carried out af ter a wheel was changed The system there fore issues a warning based on the tire pres sures before the last reset 1 Reduce your speed and stop cautiously Avoid sudden braking and steering maneu vers 2 Check whether the vehicle is fitted with reg ular tires or run flat tires Run flat tires refer to page 175 are labeled with a circular symbol containing the lett...

Page 100: ... flat tire Drive moderately and do not exceed a speed of 50 mph 80 km h A loss of tire inflation pressure results in a change in the handling characteristics e g re duced lane stability during braking a longer braking distance and altered self steering prop erties Final tire failure Vibrations or loud noises while driving can indicatethefinalfailureofthetire Reducespeed and stop otherwise pieces o...

Page 101: ... TPMS low tire pressure telltale Your vehicle has also been equipped with a TPMS malfunction indicator to indicate when the system is not operating prop erly The TPMS malfunction indicator is com bined with the low tire pressure telltale When thesystemdetectsamalfunction thetelltalewill flash for approximately one minute and then re main continuously illuminated This sequence will continue upon su...

Page 102: ...t tires Do not continue driving if the vehicle is not equipped with run flat tires continued driving may result in serious accidents When a flat tire is indicated DSC Dynamic Sta bility Control is switched on if necessary System limits Sudden tire damage Sudden serious tire damage caused by external influences cannot be indicated in ad vance A natural even pressure loss in all four tires can not b...

Page 103: ...d etc Continued driving with a flat tire Drive moderately and do not exceed a speed of 50 mph 80 km h A loss of tire inflation pressure results in a change in the handling characteristics e g re duced lane stability during braking a longer braking distance and altered self steering prop erties Final tire failure Vibrations or loud noises while driving can indicatethefinalfailureofthetire Reducespe...

Page 104: ...oustic signal sounds acute warn ing You are requested to intervene by braking or making an evasive maneu ver Adapting your speed and driving style The display does not relieve the driver of the responsibility to adapt his or her driving speed and style to the traffic conditions System limits Be alert Due to system limitations warnings may be not be issued at all or may be issued late or improperly...

Page 105: ...eparture warning The concept Starting at a specific speed this system alerts you when the vehicle on streets with lane mark ings is about to leave the lane Depending on the country specific version of the vehicle the speed is between 35 mph 55 km h and 45 mph 70 km h When switching on the system below this speed a message appears in the in strument cluster Thesteeringwheelbeginsvibratinggentlyinth...

Page 106: ... system may not be fully functional in the following situations In heavy fog rain or snowfall In the event of worn poorly visible merging diverging or multiple lane markings such as in construction areas When lane markings are covered in snow ice dirt or water In tight curves or on narrow lanes When the lane markings are covered by ob jects When driving very close to the vehicle in front of you Wh...

Page 107: ... out The system can issue warnings at speeds above approx 30 mph 50 km h The state is stored for the remote control cur rently in use Display Information stage The dimmed lamp in the mirror housing indi cates when there are vehicles in the blind spot or approaching from behind Warning If the turn signal is set while a vehicle is in the critical zone the steering wheel vibrates briefly and the lamp...

Page 108: ...pendent of each other Attentiveness assistant PreCrash PostCrash Attentiveness assistant The concept If the becomes increasing less alert or shows signs of fatigue a recommendation to take a break appears in the Control Display This is based on the driver s individual driving style e g steering behavior or the driving conditions such as the time The system can detect increasing lack of alert ness ...

Page 109: ... sit uations that might lead to an accident In these situations preventative protection measures are automatically undertaken to minimize the risk in the event of an accident as much as pos sible Critical driving situations may include Full brake applications Severe understeering Severe oversteering If the vehicle includes the collision warning or collision warning with braking feature impend ing ...

Page 110: ...tically brakes the vehicle to a standstill This can reduce the risk of a further collision and the consequences thereof Depressing the brake pedal can cause the vehi cle to brake harder This interrupts automatic braking Depressing the accelerator pedal also interrupts automatic braking After coming to a halt the brake is released au tomatically Secure the vehicle against rolling Controls Safety 11...

Page 111: ... driving away and accelerating DSC also recognizes unstable vehicle condi tions such as fishtailing or nose diving Subject to physical limits DSC helps to keep the vehicle on a steady course by reducing engine speed and by applying brakes at individual wheels Adjust your driving style to the situation An appropriate driving style is always the responsibility of the driver The laws of physics canno...

Page 112: ...er and the indicator lamp for DSC OFF lights up Deactivating DTC Press the button again TRACTION and the DSC OFF indicator lamp go out Dynamic Damping Control The concept This system reduces undesirable vehicle mo tion when using a dynamic driving style or trav eling on uneven road surfaces The system enhances driving dynamics and comfort as required for the road surface and driving style Programs...

Page 113: ...Control refer to page 112 is ac tivated Driving stability is limited during acceleration and when driving in bends SPORT Sporty driving with optimized chassis and adapted engine control with limited driving sta bilization Dynamic Traction Control is switched on The driver handles several of the stabilization tasks Activating SPORT Press the button repeatedly until SPORT appears in the instrument c...

Page 114: ...m change refer to page 113 ECO PRO ECO PRO refer to page 160 provides consis tent tuning to minimize fuel consumption for maximum range with maximum driving stabili zation Comfort functions and the engine controller are adjusted The program can be configured to individual specifications Activating ECO PRO Press button repeatedly until ECO PRO is displayed in the instrument cluster Configuring ECO ...

Page 115: ...the vehicle is held in place for approx 2 seconds Depending on the vehicle load the vehicle may roll back slightly Driving off without delay After releasing the foot brake start driving without delay since the drive off assistant will not hold the vehicle in place for more than ap prox 2 seconds and the vehicle will begin rolling back Driving stability control systems Controls 115 Online Edition f...

Page 116: ... make it impossible to drive at a constant speed for instance On curvy roads In heavy traffic On slippery roads in fog snow or rain or on a loose road surface Otherwise you could lose control of the vehicle and cause an accident Controls At a glance 1 System on off interrupt 2 Resume speed 3 Store speed 4 Store maintain change speed Switching on Press the button on the steering wheel The marking i...

Page 117: ...m is interrupted in order to maintain and store the current speed Adapting the desired speed Adapt the desired speed to the road con ditions and be ready to brake at all times other wise there is the danger of an accident occur ring Press the rocker switch up or down repeatedly until the desired speed is set If active the displayed speed is stored and the vehicle reaches the stored speed if the ro...

Page 118: ...on Measurements are made by ultrasound sensors in the bumpers The range is approx 6 ft 2 m An acoustic warning is first given By the front middle sensors and the two cor ner sensors at approx 24 in 60 cm By the rear middle sensors at approx 5 ft 1 50 m Notes Check the traffic situation as well PDC cannot serve as a substitute for the driver s personal judgment of the traffic situa tion Check the t...

Page 119: ...both in front of and behind the vehicle an alternating continuous signal is sounded Theintermittenttoneisinterruptedafterapprox 3 seconds If the vehicle stops in front of an object that is detected by only one of the corner sen sors If moving parallel to a wall The signal tone is switched off When the vehicle moves away from an ob ject by more than approx 4 in 10 cm When transmission position P is...

Page 120: ...ers As soon as the malfunction due to other ultrasound sources is no longer present the system is again fully functional Malfunction A Check Control message is displayed The range of the sensors is shown as a shaded area on the Control Display PDC has failed Have the system checked To ensure full operability Keep the sensors clean and free of ice When using high pressure washers do not spray the s...

Page 121: ...tton On the LED lights up Off the LED goes out The PDC is shown on the Control Display SwitchonthebackupcameraviatheiDrive refer to page 119 Switching on the backup camera via the iDrive With PDC activated Rear view camera Thebackupcameraimageisdisplayed Theset ting is stored for the remote control currently in use Display on the Control Display Functional requirement The backup camera is switched...

Page 122: ...ad Only one turning circle line is displayed when the steering wheel is turned Obstacle marking Spatially shaped markings can be shown in the backup camera image Their colored steps match the markings of the PDC This simplifies estimation of the distance to the object shown Parking using pathway and turning circle lines 1 Position the vehicle so that the turning circle lines lead to within the lim...

Page 123: ... image is captured by two cameras integrated in the exterior mirrors and by the backup camera The range is at least 7 ft 2 m to the side and rear In this way obstacles up to the height of the ex terior mirrors are detected early Notes Check the traffic situation as well Check the traffic situation around the ve hiclewithyourowneyes Otherwise anaccident could result from road users or objects locat...

Page 124: ...le as it is in the PDC display The display appears as soon as Top View is ac tivated If the backup camera image was selected last it again appears on the display when reverse gear is selected To switch to Top View Rear view camera Select the symbol on the Control Display The setting is stored for the remote control cur rently in use Brightness With Top View switched on 1 Brightness 2 Turn the cont...

Page 125: ...the vehicle record the traffic situation on each side Notes The images from both cameras are shown si multaneously on the Control Display Check the traffic situation as well Check the traffic situation around the ve hicle on blind driveways and intersections with your own eyes Otherwise an accident could re sult from road users or objects located outside the picture area of the Side View cameras A...

Page 126: ...100 m Head up Display The concept This system projects important information into the driver s field of vision e g the speed In this way the driver can get information with out averting his or her eyes from the road Display visibility The visibility of the displays in the Head up Dis play is influenced by Certain sitting positions Objects on the cover of the Head up Dis play Sunglasses with certai...

Page 127: ...the controller The setting is stored for the remote control cur rently in use Setting the rotation 1 Settings 2 Head Up Display 3 Rotation 4 Turn the controller The setting is stored for the remote control cur rently in use Special windshield The windshield is part of the system The shape of the windshield makes it possible to display a precise image A film in the windshield prevents double images...

Page 128: ...rring Curbs The parking assistant may steer the vehi cle over or onto curbs Therefore always be alert and ready to inter vene otherwise the wheels tires or the vehicle may become damaged An engine that has been switched off by the Auto Start Stop function is restarted automati cally when the parking assistant is activated Requirements For measuring parking spaces Maximum speed while driving forwar...

Page 129: ...he system can be deactivated as follows Press the button Switch off the ignition Display on the Control Display Activating deactivating the system Symbol Meaning Gray the system is not available White the system is available but not activated The system is activated Without Professional navigation system or TV system status The status is displayed with symbols Gray parking space search Blue the sy...

Page 130: ...y The status of the parking space search is in dicated on the Control Display 2 Follow the instructions on the Control Dis play To achieve the best possible parking posi tion wait for the automatic steering wheel movement after the gear change when the vehicle is stationary The end of the parking procedure is indi cated on the Control Display 3 Adjust the parking position yourself if nec essary In...

Page 131: ...ion of objects can reach the physical limits of ultrasonic measurement e g in the fol lowing circumstances With tow bars and trailer hitches With thin or wedge shaped 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 Low objects already displayed e g curbs can move into the blind area...

Page 132: ... systems Automatic climate control with enhanced features 1 Seat heating left 52 2 Temperature left 3 AUTO program 4 Display 5 Maximum cooling 6 Temperature right 7 Seat heating right 52 8 Cooling function 9 Automatic recirculated air control recircu lated air mode 10 Air distribution right 11 Air flow AUTO intensity 12 Air distribution left 13 Rear window defroster 14 Interior temperature sensor ...

Page 133: ...automatic climate control Maximum cooling Press the button The system is set to the lowest tem perature maximum air flow and recirculated air mode Air flows out of the vents for the upper body re gion The vents need to be open for this The air is cooled fastest when the engine is run ning The air flow can be adjusted when the program is active Cooling function The passenger compartment can be cool...

Page 134: ...r increase air flow The selected air flow is shown on the display of the automatic climate control The air flow of the automatic climate control may be reduced automatically to save battery power Rear window defroster Press the button The rear window defroster switches off auto matically after a certain period of time Defrosting windows and removing condensation Press the button Ice and condensati...

Page 135: ...rked car ventilation The concept The parked car ventilation ventilates the vehicle interior and lowers its temperature if necessary The system can be switched on and off at any external temperature either directly or by using two preset switch on times It remains switched on for 30 minutes Open the vents to allow air to flow out Operation can be performed via iDrive Switching on off directly 1 Set...

Page 136: ...djusted with the radio ready state switched on Switching off At the lowest fan speed press the left side of the button on the driver s side The symbol on the automatic climate Control Display disappears Auxiliary air conditioning The concept To cool the heated passenger compartment im mediately before starting to drive the automatic climate control can be activated via a remote control The automat...

Page 137: ... that the air conditioning starts to run The symbol is displayed on the air condition ing system Switching off Thefunctionswitchesoffautomaticallyafter ap prox two minutes or when the ignition is switched on Climate control Controls 137 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 917 825 II 13 ...

Page 138: ...f movement of the remote controlled device otherwise there is a risk of injury or damage Also follow the safety instructions of the hand held transmitter Before selling the vehicle delete the stored functions for the sake of security Compatibility If this symbol is printed on the packaging or in the instructions of the system to be controlled the system is generally com patible with the integrated...

Page 139: ...g code system Flashing and con tinuous illumination of the LED will repeat for approximately 20 seconds For systems with an alternating code system the integrated universal remote control and the system also have to be synchronized Please read the operating manual of the system being set up for information on how to syn chronize the system Synchronizing is easier with the aid of a second person To...

Page 140: ... until the function is activated The interior rearview mirror LED stays lit while the wireless signal is being transmitted Deleting stored functions Press and hold the left and right button on the interior rearview mirror simultaneously for ap proximately 20 seconds until the LED flashes rapidly All stored functions are deleted The functions cannot be deleted individually Digital compass At a glan...

Page 141: ... travel Not all points of the compass are displayed Procedure 1 Make sure that there are no large metallic objects or overhead power lines near the ve hicleandthatthereissufficientroomtodrive around in a circle 2 Set the currently applicable compass zone 3 Pressandholdthecontrolbuttonforapprox 6 to 7 seconds so that C appears on the display Next drive in a complete circle at least once at a speed ...

Page 142: ...cated next to the ashtray Push in the lighter The lighter can be removed as soon as it pops back out Connecting electrical devices Hints Do not plug chargers into the socket Do not connect battery chargers to the factory installed sockets in the vehicle as this may damage the battery Replace the cover after use Reinsert the lighter or socket cover after use otherwise objects may get into the light...

Page 143: ...ea USB interface for data transfer The concept Connection for importing and exporting data on USB devices e g Personal Profile settings refer to page 37 Music collection see user s manual for Nav igation Entertainment and Communication Importing trips see user s manual for Navi gation Entertainment and Communication At a glance The USB interface is located in the glove com partment Interior equipm...

Page 144: ...he middle section is folded down Otherwise injury or damage may result Lock the rear seat backrests in position Before mounting child restraint fixing sys tems place the seat backrest as far as possible at an angle at which the child seat is resting firmly against the backrest and all backrests can be locked securely in place Otherwise the child seat will not be as stable as it should be and there...

Page 145: ...ter the passenger compart ment during braking or evasive maneuvers and endanger the vehicle occupants 2 Release the belt tongue from the fixture on the rear window shelf 3 Insert the belt tongue in the belt lock of the center safety belt Make sure you hear the latch plate engage To secure cargo refer to page 157 with nets or draw straps the cargo area is fitted with lashing eyes Folding down the m...

Page 146: ...ip mats on the dashboard The mat materials could damage the dash board Storage compartments The following storage compartments are avail able in the vehicle interior Glove compartment on the driver s side re fer to page 146 Glove compartment on the front passenger side refer to page 147 Without Smoker s package Front storage compartment in front of the cupholders re fer to page 147 Storage compart...

Page 147: ... is locked the re mote control can be handed over such as at a hotel without the integrated key refer to page 34 This prevents access to the glove compartment and to the cargo area 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 compartments or there is an increased risk of in...

Page 148: ...ontrol When not in use stow the storage tray in the glove compartment net Insert the storage tray into the net so that the top surface faces up Note the trapezoidal shape of the net and tray Rear In the center armrest Pull the center armrest forward at the strap To open press the button To close push both covers back in one after the other Pushing back the covers Pushbackthecoversbeforefoldingupth...

Page 149: ...g and evasive maneuvers Onlytransportheavyluggageinthetrunkifithas been appropriately secured Retaining strap Aretainingstrapisavailableontherightsidetrim for fastening small objects Lashing eyes in the cargo area To secure the cargo refer to page 157 there are four lashing eyes in the cargo area Floor net The floor net can also be used to Secure the load refer to page 157 and to store small parts...

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Page 151: ...Driving tips This chapter provides you with information useful in dealing with specific driving and operating modes Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 917 825 II 13 ...

Page 152: ...o not achieve their full trac tion potential until after an initial breaking in pe riod Drive conservatively for the first 200 miles 300 km Brake system Brakes require an initial break in period of ap prox 300 miles 500 km to achieve optimized contact and wear patterns between brake discs and brake pads Drive moderately during this break in period Following part replacement The same breaking in pr...

Page 153: ...an reduce the charge state of the high voltage battery Do not allow the vehicle to sit idle for ex tended periods with a low charging state Before storing the vehicle for an extended pe riod check the battery charge indicator to en sure that the high voltage battery is fully charged If necessary charge the high voltage battery by driving the vehicle Check the charge level regularly and if necessar...

Page 154: ...erwise there is the danger of getting burned Mobile communication devices in the vehicle Mobile communication devices in the ve hicle It is advised that you do not use mobile commu nication devices e g mobile phones inside the vehicle without connecting them directly to the external antenna Otherwise the vehicle elec tronics and mobile communication devices can interfere with each other In additio...

Page 155: ...radientsinthegear inwhichtheleastbrakingis required Otherwise the brake system may overheat resulting in a reduction in the brake system efficiency You can increase the engine s braking effect by shifting down going all the way to first gear if necessary Avoid load on the brakes Avoid placing excessive load on the brake system Light but consistent brake pressure can lead to high temperatures brake...

Page 156: ...ed weight of occupants and cargo should never exceed XXX kg or YYY lbs Otherwise damage to the ve hicleandunstabledrivingsituationsmay result 2 Determine the combined weight of the driver and passengers that will be riding in your vehicle 3 Subtract the combined weight of the driver and passengers from XXX kilograms or YYY pounds 4 The resulting figure equals the available amount of cargo and lugg...

Page 157: ...tore small parts Hook the floor net into the fittings in the cargo area floor Securing cargo Smaller and lighter items secure with re taining straps the floor net or draw straps Larger and heavy objects secure with cargo straps Attach the cargo straps retaining straps or draw straps to the lashing eyes in the cargo area Securing cargo Always position and secure the cargo as described above otherwi...

Page 158: ...refore note the following when loading and driving Do not exceed the approved roof axle loads and the approved gross vehicle weight Distribute the roof load uniformly The roof load should not be too large in area Always place the heaviest pieces on the bot tom Secure the roof luggage firmly e g tie with ratchet straps Do not let objects project into the opening path of the trunk lid Drive cautious...

Page 159: ...o 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 and raises fuel consumption Tires General information Tires can affect consumption values in various ways for instance consumption can be influ enced by the size of the tires Check the tire inflation pressure regularly Check and if nec...

Page 160: ...and the rear win dow defroster require a lot of energy and con sume additional fuel especially in city and stop and go traffic Therefore switch off these functions if they are not actually needed Have maintenance carried out Have vehicles maintained regularly to achieve optimal vehicle economy and operating life Have the maintenance carried out by your serv ice center Please also note the BMW Main...

Page 161: ...so reduced The exterior mirror heating is made available when outside temperatures are very cold ECO PRO potential The percentage of potential savings that can be achieved with the current configuration is dis played Display in the instrument cluster ECO PRO bonus range An extension of the range can be achieved by an adjusted driving style This may be displayed as the bo nus range in the instrumen...

Page 162: ...e and ECO PRO tips 1 Settings 2 Info display 3 ECO PRO Info or Driving mode view ECO PRO tip Symbols An additional symbol and a text instruction are displayed Symbol Measure Forefficientdrivingstyle backoffthe accelerator or delay accelerating to allow time to assess road conditions Reduce speed to the selected ECO PRO speed Automatic transmission switch from S M to D or avoid manual shift inter v...

Page 163: ...Saving fuel Driving tips 163 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 917 825 II 13 ...

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Page 165: ... remain mobile at all times this chapter supplies you with important information on the topics of fuels and lubricants wheels and tires service maintenance and Roadside Assistance Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 917 825 II 13 ...

Page 166: ...the engine is at a standstill and the transmission is in position P N other wise the buildup of pressure may cause the fuel nozzle to shut off prematurely Fuel cap Opening 1 Briefly press the rear edge of the fuel filler flap 2 Turn the fuel cap counterclockwise 3 Place the fuel cap in the bracket attached to the fuel filler flap Closing 1 Fit the cap and turn it clockwise until you clearly hear a...

Page 167: ...serve the following when refueling The fuel tank is full when the filler nozzle clicks off the first time Do not overfill the fuel tank Do not overfill the fuel tank otherwise fuel may escape causing harm to the environment and damaging the vehicle Handling fuels Obey safety regulations posted at the gas station Refueling Mobility 167 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 917 825 II 13 ...

Page 168: ...5 Do not refuel with E85 i e fuel with an ethanolcontentof85 orwithFlexFuel asthis would damage the engine and fuel supply sys tem Recommended fuel quality BMW recommends AKI 91 Minimum fuel grade BMW recommends AKI 89 Minimum fuel grade Do not use any gasoline below the mini mum fuel grade as this may impair engine per formance If you use gasoline with this minimum AKI Rat ing the engine may prod...

Page 169: ...orrect tire pressures a condition that may not only compromise your vehicle s driving stability but also lead to tire damage and the risk of an accident After correcting the tire inflation pressure Reinitialize the Flat Tire Monitor Reinitialize the Tire Pressure Monitor Pressure specifications The tire inflation pressure table refer to page 170 contains all pressure specifications for the specifi...

Page 170: ...160 km h Speeds above 100 mph 160 km h In order to drive at maximum speeds in ex cess of 100 mph 160 km h please observe and if necessary adjust tire pressures for speeds exceeding 100 mph 160 km h from the relevant table on the following pages Otherwise tire damage and accidents could occur Tire inflation pressure values over 100 mph 160 km h ActiveHybrid 3 Without high speed tuning feature Tire ...

Page 171: ... R 20 90 Y XL RSC Rear 255 30 R 20 92 Y XL RSC 2 9 42 3 4 49 Compact wheel T 135 80 R 17 102 M Speed up to a max of 50 mph 80 km h 4 2 60 Tire identification marks Tire size 245 45 R 18 96 Y 245 nominal width in mm 45 aspect ratio in R radial tire code 18 rim diameter in inches 96 load rating not for ZR tires Y speed rating before the R on ZR tires Speed letter T up to 118 mph 190 km h H up to 131...

Page 172: ...or traction performance The traction grade assigned to this tire is based on straight ahead braking traction tests and does not include acceleration cornering hydro planing or peak traction characteristics Temperature The temperature grades are A the highest B and C representing the tire s resistance to the generation of heat and its ability to dissipate heat when tested under controlled condition...

Page 173: ... if your vehicle is equipped with low pro file tires Indications of tire damage or other vehicle de fects Unusual vibrations during driving Unusual handling such as a strong tendency to pull to the left or right Damage can e g be caused by driving over curbs road damage or similar things In case of tire damage If there are indications of tire damage re duce your speed immediately and have the whee...

Page 174: ...ards for safety and handling New tires Due to technical factors associated with their manufacture tires do not achieve their full trac tion potential until after an initial breaking in pe riod Drive conservatively for the first 200 miles 300 km Retreaded tires The manufacturer of your vehicle does not rec ommend the use of retreaded tires Retreaded tires Possibly substantial variations in the de s...

Page 175: ... run flat tires No sparetireisavailableinthecaseofaflattire Your service center will be glad to advise you Snow chains Fine link snow chains Only certain types of fine link snow chains have been tested by the manufacturer of your vehicle classified as road safe and recommended Consult your service center for more informa tion Use Use only in pairs on the rear wheels equipped with the tires of the ...

Page 176: ...t This also applies for safety related functions and systems Important features in the engine compartment 1 Jump starting negative terminal 2 Vehicle identification number 3 Washer fluid reservoir 4 Jump starting positive terminal 5 Engine compartment fuse box 6 Oil filler neck 7 Coolant reservoir The coolant reservoir for 6 cylinder and die sel engines is located on the opposite side of the engin...

Page 177: ... opening the hood ensure that the wiper arms are against the windshield or this may result in damage Opening the hood 1 Pull lever in the interior Engine is released arrow 1 2 After the lever is released pull the lever again Hood can be opened arrow 2 Indicator warning lamps Whenthehoodisopened aCheckControlmes sage is displayed Closing the hood Let the hood drop from a height of approx 16 in 40 c...

Page 178: ...ng or after the vehicle has been driven for at least 30 minutes Displaying the oil level 1 Vehicle Info 2 Vehicle status 3 Engine oil level Oil level display messages Different messages appear on the display de pending on the oil level Pay attention to these messages If oil level is too low immediately add 1 US quart liter of oil Take care not to add too much engine oil Too much engine oil Have th...

Page 179: ...selecting an engine oil ensure that the engine oil belongs to one of the viscosity grades SAE 0W 40 SAE 0W 30 SAE 5W 40 and SAE 5W 30 or malfunctions or engine dam age may occur The engine oil quality is critical for the life of the engine Some types of oils in some cases are not avail able in all countries Approved oil types Gasoline engine BMW High Performance SAE 5W 30 BMW Longlife 01 BMW Longl...

Page 180: ...it able for your vehicle Ask your service center for suitable additives Coolant level Checking Marks are provided on the side of the coolant reservoir Symbol Meaning Maximum Minimum 1 Let the engine cool 2 The coolant level is correct when it is be tween these two marks Adding engine oil 1 Let the engine cool 2 Turn the cap of the coolant reservoir slightly counterclockwise to allow any excess pre...

Page 181: ...cle Therefore hand your service specialist the re mote control that you used most recently Storage periods Storage periods during which the vehicle bat tery was disconnected are not taken into ac count If this occurs have a service center update the time dependent maintenance procedures such as checking brake fluid and if necessary changing the engine oil and the microfilter acti vated charcoal fi...

Page 182: ...stances This indicates that there is excessive misfir ing in the engine Reduce the vehicle speed and have the sys tem checked immediately otherwise seri ous engine misfiring within a brief period can seriously damage emission control compo nents in particular the catalytic converter Fuel cap The indicator lamp lights up If the fuel cap is not properly tightened the OBD system may conclude that fue...

Page 183: ...e 70 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 forward from the catch 5 Insert the new wiper blade in reverse order of removal until it locks in place 6 Fold down the wipers Risk of damage Before opening the hood ensure that the wiper arms with the wiper blades are against the windshield...

Page 184: ...isplay el ements and other equipment These 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 unfiltered light for several hours other wise irritation of the retina could result Headlamp glass Condensation can form on the inside of the ex ternal lamps in...

Page 185: ...eams 55 watt bulb H7 1 Turn the cap 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 connector to the new bulb 5 First insert the bulb at the top with the strap arrow 1 and then press down firmly arrow 2 Make sure that the bulb snaps into place 6 Close the headlamp housing with the cap Make sure that...

Page 186: ... in reverse order of removal Make sure that the bulb holder snaps into place 4 Close the headlamp housing with the cap Make sure that the cap engages High beams headlamp flasher 55 watt bulb H7 1 Tilt the bulb down and then up to loosen it from the holder and remove 2 Pull the connector off the bulb 3 Attach the connector to the new bulb 4 First insert the bulb at the top with the strap arrow 1 an...

Page 187: ...ntinue the trip with great care Comply with local regulations Do not perform work bulb replacement on xenon headlamps Have any work on the xenon lighting system in cluding bulb replacement performed only by a service center Due to the high voltage present in the system there is the danger of fatal injuries if work is carried out improperly For checking and adjusting headlamp aim please contact you...

Page 188: ...Use the back side of the screwdriver from the onboard vehicle tool kit to remove the three wheel house panel screws arrow 1 Carefully raise the wheel house panel ar row 2 2 Pull off the bulb connector arrow 1 Turn the bulb arrow 2 Left side of vehicle turn clockwise Right side of vehicle turn counterclockwise Remove the bulb 3 Insert the new bulb connect the connector and screw on the wheel house ...

Page 189: ...s to prevent dam age to the tail lamps or vehicle Removing the exterior tail lamp 1 Open trunk lid 2 Use the screwdriver from the onboard vehi cle tool kit to loosen the screw arrow 1 and remove the cover arrow 2 3 Use the screwdriver handle to loosen the two nuts arrows 1 and 2 and remove The tail lamp is still attached to a rubber mount on the outside 4 Grasp the inner edge of the tail lamp and ...

Page 190: ...n and firmly press the outer part of the tail lamp onto the rubber mount arrow 1 and the inner part onto the centering com ponent arrow 2 Make sure that the tail lamp engages in the rubber mount 4 Screw the tail lamp on with the two nuts 5 Fit the cover in place and screw onto the fastener Make sure that the tubular seal is not pinched Lamps in the trunk lid General information Follow the general ...

Page 191: ... equipment does not include a spare tire When using run flat tires or tire sealants a tire does not need to be changed immediately in the event of pressure loss due to a flat tire The tools for changing wheels are available as accessories from your service center Jacking points for the vehicle jack The jacking points for the vehicle jack are lo cated in the positions shown Position the vehicle jac...

Page 192: ...a month Starting aid terminals In the vehicle only charge the battery via the starting aid terminals refer to page 196 in the engine compartment with the engine off Power failure After a temporary power loss some equipment needs to be reinitialized Individual settings need to be reprogrammed Seat and mirror memory store the positions again Time update Date update Radio station save again Navigatio...

Page 193: ...aching the covers 1 When attaching the cover make sure that all four fasteners are engaged 2 Attach the cover under the rubber lip and then thread it between the bars 3 Press down on the holder and tighten the three screws In the cargo area Raise the cargo floor panel Information on the fuse types and locations is found on a separate sheet Replacing components Mobility 193 Online Edition for Part ...

Page 194: ...e Assist system is functional A ConnectedDrive contract is available General information Only press the SOS button in an emergency Hints Emergency Request not guaranteed For technical reasons the Emergency Re quest cannot be guaranteed under unfavorable conditions Service contract After your contract with BMW Assist has ex pired the BMW Assist system can be deac tivated by the service center witho...

Page 195: ...ion Notifica tion is not affected by pressing the SOS button Warning triangle The warning triangle is located on the inside of the trunk lid To remove loosen the bracket First aid kit The first aid kit is located in a storage compart ment under the cargo floor cover Some of the articles have a limited service life Check the expiration dates of the contents reg ularly and replace any expired items ...

Page 196: ...over the positive and negative connector terminals Do not swap over the positive and negative ter minals of the connectors otherwise there is a danger that components of the hybrid system or the vehicle electronics may be irreparably dam aged Take note of the label next to the positive ter minal Before you begin switch off all unnecessary electronic systems power consumers such as the radio on the...

Page 197: ... towed Haveyourvehicletransportedonaloading platform only otherwise damage may occur Tow truck Do not lift the vehicle Do not lift the vehicle by the tow fitting or body and chassis parts otherwise damage may result Use the tow fitting screwed in at the front for maneuvering the vehicle only Towing other vehicles General information Light towing vehicle The towing vehicle must not be lighter than ...

Page 198: ...t all the way in Use the tow fitting for towing on paved roads only Avoid lateral loading of the tow fitting e g do not lift the vehicle by the tow fitting Otherwise damage to the tow fitting and the ve hicle can occur Screw thread Push out the cover by pressing on the top edge Tow starting Automatic transmission Do not tow start the vehicle Due to the automatic transmission the engine cannot be s...

Page 199: ...fter an accident After an accident do not touch any high voltage components such as orange colored high voltage cables or parts that are in contact with exposed high voltage cables Otherwise there is the risk of fatal injury from electric shock due to the hybrid system s high voltage Escaping fluids Do not touch any fluids escaping from the high voltage battery or the skin can sustain chemical bur...

Page 200: ... the area below the windshield when the hood is raised Washyourvehiclefrequently particularlyinwin ter Intense soiling and road salt can damage the ve hicle Automatic car washes Hints Note the following Give preference to cloth car washes or those that use soft brushes in order to avoid paint damage Make sure that the wheels and tires are not damaged by the transport mechanisms Fold in the exterio...

Page 201: ...the container When cleaning the interior open the doors or windows Only use products intended for cleaning vehi cles Cleansers can contain substances that are dan gerous and harmful to your health Vehicle paint Regular care contributes to driving safety and value retention Environmental influences in areas with elevated air pollution or natural con taminants such as tree resin or pollen can affect...

Page 202: ...n leather surfaces Headliner Lamp lenses Instrument cluster cover Matte black spray coated components Painted parts in the interior Clean with a microfiber cloth Lightly dampen the cloth with water Do not soak the headliner Do not use cleansers that contain alcohol or solvents Do not use cleansers that contain alcohol or sol vents such as lacquer thinners heavy duty grease removers fuel or such th...

Page 203: ...rage For idle phases that last several weeks park the vehicle with a fully charged battery if possible Your service center can advise you on what to consider when storing the vehicle for longer than six weeks Do not allow the vehicle to sit idle for ex tended periods with a low charging state Before storing the vehicle for an extended pe riod check the battery charge indicator to en sure that the ...

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Page 205: ...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 2 917 825 II 13 ...

Page 206: ...he selected optional equip ment or country variant This also applies for safety related functions and systems Dimensions Width height 1 Vehicle height without roof mounted aerial 56 3 inches 1 429 mm Vehicle height with roof mounted aerial 56 7 inches 1 441 mm 2 Vehicle width without mirrors 71 3 inches 1 811 mm 3 Vehicle width with mirrors 79 9 inches 2 031 mm Reference Technical data 206 Online ...

Page 207: ...ights ActiveHybrid 3 Approved gross vehicle weight lbs kg 4 815 2 184 Load lbs kg 900 408 Approved front axle load lbs kg 2 250 1 020 Approved rear axle load lbs kg 2 712 1 230 Approved roof load capacity lbs kg 165 4 75 Cargo area capacity cu ft l 13 77 390 Technical data Reference 207 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 917 825 II 13 ...

Page 208: ...Capacities US gal liters Notes Fuel tank 15 57 Fuel quality refer to page 168 Windshield and headlamp washer system 0 8 3 Reference Technical data 208 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 917 825 II 13 ...

Page 209: ...Technical data Reference 209 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 917 825 II 13 ...

Page 210: ...t system information on Control Display 88 Attentiveness assistant 108 AUTO intensity 133 Automatic car wash 200 Automatic climate control with enhanced features 132 Automatic Curb Monitor 57 Automatic deactivation front passenger airbags 97 Automatic deactivation of the hybrid system 199 Automatic engine start stop function 65 Automatic headlamp con trol 91 Automatic locking 41 Automatic recircul...

Page 211: ... voltage battery 79 Check Control 75 Children seating position 59 Children transporting safely 59 Child restraint fixing sys tem 59 Child restraint fixing system LATCH 60 Child restraint fixing systems mounting 59 Child safety locks 62 Child seat mounting 59 Child seats 59 Chrome parts care 202 Cigarette lighter 142 Cleaning displays 203 Climate control 132 Clock 78 Closing opening from in side 41...

Page 212: ...ic Traction Control DTC 112 E eBOOST 67 ECO PRO 160 ECO PRO bonus range 161 ECO PRO display 160 ECO PRO driving mode 160 ECO PRO mode 160 ECO PRO Tip driving instruc tion 162 eDRIVE electric driving 30 Electric drive readiness Silent Start 64 Electric driving eDRIVE 30 Electronic displays instru ment cluster 75 Electronic Stability Program ESP refer to DSC 111 Emergency detection remote control 35...

Page 213: ...ter alter nating code 139 Hazard warning flashers 194 Head airbags 95 Headlamp control auto matic 91 Headlamp courtesy delay fea ture 91 Headlamp flasher 68 Headlamp glass 184 Headlamps 184 Headlamps care 201 Headlamp washer system 69 Headliner 17 Head restraints 49 Head restraints front 53 Head restraints rear 54 Head up Display 126 Head up Display care 203 Heavy cargo stowing 157 Height vehicle ...

Page 214: ...60 Leather care 201 LEDs light emitting di odes 184 Length vehicle 207 Letters and numbers enter ing 24 Light alloy wheels care 202 Light control 92 Light emitting diodes LEDs 184 Lighter 142 Lighting 90 Lighting via remote control 39 Light switch 90 Load 156 Loading 156 Lock door 40 Locking unlocking from in side 41 Locking unlocking via door lock 40 Locking unlocking with re mote control 38 Lock...

Page 215: ...onitor refer to Control Display 18 Onboard vehicle tool kit 183 Opening closing from in side 41 Opening closing via door lock 40 Opening closing with remote control 38 Opening the trunk lid with no touch activation 43 Operating concept iDrive 18 Optional equipment standard equipment 6 Outside air refer to Automatic recirculated air control 133 Overheating of engine refer to Coolant temperature 78 ...

Page 216: ...mirror memory 55 Seat belts refer to Safety belts 52 Seat heating front 52 Seat heating rear 52 Seating position for chil dren 59 Seats 49 Selection list in instrument cluster 84 Selector lever automatic transmission 72 Sensors care 203 Service and warranty 8 Service history 82 Service requirements Condi tion Based Service CBS 181 Service requirements dis play 81 Service Roadside Assis tance 195 S...

Page 217: ...M 98 Tires changing 173 Tires everything on wheels and tires 169 Tires run flat tires 175 Tire tread 173 Tone see user s manual for Navigation Entertainment and Communication Tools 183 Top View 123 Total vehicle weight 207 Tow fitting 198 Towing 197 Tow starting 197 TPM Tire Pressure Moni tor 98 Traction control 112 TRACTIONprogram Dynamic Driving Control 112 Transmission automatic 71 Transporting...

Page 218: ...ls everything on wheels and tires 169 Wheels Flat Tire Monitor FTM 101 Wheels Tire Pressure Monitor TPM 98 Width vehicle 206 Window defroster rear 134 Windows powered 45 Windshield washer fluid 70 Windshield washer noz zles 70 Windshield washer system 69 Windshield wiper 69 Windshield wipers fold out position 70 Winter storage care 203 Winter tires suitable tires 174 Winter tires tread 173 Wiper b...

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