Bmw 2008 X5 Owners Manual

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Owner's Manual
for Vehicle

The Ultimate
Driving Machine

Contents
A to Z

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X5 3.0si
X5 4.8i

Owner's Manual for Vehicle
Congratulations, and thank you for choosing a BMW.
Thorough familiarity with your vehicle will provide you with
enhanced control and security when you drive it. We therefore
have this request:
Please take the time to read this Owner's Manual and familiarize
yourself with the information that we have compiled for you
before starting off in your new vehicle. It contains important data
and instructions intended to assist you in gaining maximum use
and satisfaction from your BMW's unique range of technical features. The manual also contains information on maintenance
designed to enhance operating safety and contribute to maintaining the value of your BMW throughout an extended service
life.
This manual is supplemented by a Service and Warranty Information Booklet for US models or a Warranty and Service Guide
Booklet for Canadian models.
We wish you an enjoyable driving experience.
BMW AG

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Munich, Germany
Reprinting, including excerpts,
only with the written consent of
BMW AG, Munich.
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23

Cockpit
iDrive
Voice command system

Controls
28
42
55
59
71
84

Opening and closing
Adjusting
Transporting children safely
Driving
Everything under control
Technology for comfort, convenience
and safety
102 Lamps
106 Climate
115 Practical interior accessories

Refueling
Wheels and tires
Under the hood
Maintenance
Replacing components
Giving and receiving assistance

Reference
262 Technical data
265 Short commands of voice command
system
270 Everything from A to Z

Driving tips
128 Things to remember when driving

Navigation
136
138
150
159

Starting navigation system
Destination entry
Destination guidance
What to do if …

Entertainment
162
166
172
175
181
188
189
192

On/Off and settings
Radio
Satellite radio
CD player and CD changer
DVD changer
AUX-In connection
USB audio interface
DVD system in rear

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Controls

232
234
241
245
247
255

Driving tips

At a glance

Mobility

Navigation

Notes
Reporting safety defects

Communications Entertainment

4
7

208 Telephoning
223 BMW Assist

Mobility

Using this Owner's Manual

Communications

Reference

The fastest way to find specific topics is to use
the index, refer to page 270.

At a glance

Contents

Notes

Notes
Using this Owner's Manual

Symbols used

We have made every effort to ensure that you
are able to find what you need in this Owner's
Manual as quickly as possible. The fastest way
to find specific topics is to refer to the detailed
index at the back of the manual. If you wish to
gain an initial overview of your vehicle, you will
find this in the first chapter.

Indicates precautions that must be followed precisely in order to avoid the possibility of personal injury and serious damage to
the vehicle.<

Should you sell your BMW some day, please
remember to hand over the Owner's Manual
as well; it is an important component of your
vehicle.

Additional sources of information
If you have additional questions, your BMW
Sports Activity Vehicle Center is always happy
to advise you.
You can find information on BMW, e.g. on technology, on the Internet at www.bmwusa.com.

Indicates information that will assist you
in gaining the optimum benefit from your
vehicle and enable you to care more effectively
for your vehicle.<
Refers to measures that can be taken to
help protect the environment.<
< Marks the end of a specific item of information.

* Indicates special equipment, country-specific equipment and optional extras, as well as
equipment and functions not yet available at the
time of printing.
"..." Identifies Control Display texts used to
select individual functions.
{...} Verbal instructions to use with the voice
command system.
{{...}} Identifies the answers generated by the
voice command system.

Symbols on vehicle components
Indicates that you should consult the relevant section of this Owner's Manual for
information on a particular part or assembly.

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If equipment in your BMW is not described in
this Owner's Manual, please refer to the accompanying Supplementary Owner's Manuals.

Editorial notice

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At a glance
Reference

Mobility

BMW pursues a policy of continuous, ongoing
development that is conceived to ensure that
our vehicles continue to embody the highest
quality and safety standards combined with
advanced, state-of-the-art technology. For this
reason, it is possible that the features described
in this Owner's Manual could differ from those
on your vehicle.

Controls

Advanced technology, e.g. the use of
modern materials and high-performance
electronics, requires specially adapted maintenance and repair methods. Therefore, have corresponding work on your BMW performed only
by your BMW Sports Activity Vehicle Center or
a workshop that works according to BMW
repair procedures with correspondingly trained
personnel. If this work is not carried out properly, there is a danger of subsequent damage
and related safety hazards.<

Driving tips

Please bear in mind that the manual may contain information on accessories and equipment
that you have not specified for your own vehicle.
Sections describing options and special equipment are marked by asterisks * to assist you in
identifying possible differences between the
descriptions in this manual and your own vehicle's equipment.

Maintenance and repairs

Navigation

When purchasing your BMW, you have decided
in favor of a model with individualized equipment and features. This Owner's Manual
describes the entire array of options and equipment available with a specific BMW model.

For your own safety

Communications Entertainment

The individual vehicle

Notes

Parts and accessories

California Proposition 65 Warning

For your own safety, use genuine parts
and accessories approved by BMW.
When you purchase accessories tested and
approved by BMW and Genuine BMW Parts,
you simultaneously acquire the assurance that
they have been thoroughly tested by BMW to
ensure optimum performance when installed
on your vehicle.
BMW warrants these parts to be free from
defects in material and workmanship.
BMW will not accept any liability for damage
resulting from installation 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 safely and without risk to either the vehicle, its operation or its occupants.
Genuine BMW Parts, BMW Accessories and
other products approved by BMW, together
with professional advice on using these items,
are available from all BMW Sports Activity Vehicle Centers.
Installation and operation of non-BMW
approved accessories such as alarms, radios,
amplifiers, radar detectors, wheels, suspension
components, brake dust shields, telephones,
including operation of any mobile phone from
within the vehicle without using an externally
mounted antenna, or transceiver equipment
such as CBs, walkie-talkies, ham radios or similar accessories, may cause extensive damage
to the vehicle, compromise its safety, interfere
with the vehicle's electrical system or affect the
validity of the BMW Limited Warranty. Refer to
your BMW Sports Activity Vehicle Center for
additional information.<

California laws require us to issue the following
warning:
Engine exhaust and a wide variety of
automobile components and parts,
including components found in the interior furnishings in a vehicle, contain or emit chemicals
known to the State of California to cause cancer
and birth defects and reproductive harm. In
addition, certain fluids contained in vehicles and
certain products of component wear contain or
emit chemicals known to the State of California
to cause cancer and birth defects or other
reproductive harm.
Battery posts, terminals and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds. Wash
your hands after handling.
Used engine oil contains chemicals that have
caused cancer in laboratory animals. Always
protect your skin by washing thoroughly with
soap and water.<

Maintenance, replacement, or repair of
the emission control devices and systems may be performed by any automotive
repair establishment or individual using any certified automotive part.<

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> Rust Perforation Limited Warranty
> Federal Emissions System Defect Warranty
> Federal Emissions Performance Warranty
> California Emission Control System Limited
Warranty
Detailed information about these warranties is
listed in the Service and Warranty Information
Booklet for US models or in the Warranty and
Service Guide Booklet for Canadian models.

If you believe that your vehicle has a defect
which could cause a crash or could cause injury
or death, you should immediately inform the
National Highway Traffic Safety Administration,
NHTSA, in addition to notifying BMW of North
America, LLC, P.O. Box 1227, Westwood, New
Jersey 07675-1227, Telephone 1-800-8311117.
If NHTSA receives similar complaints, it may
open an investigation, and if it finds that a safety
defect exists in a group of vehicles, it may order
a recall and remedy campaign. However,
NHTSA cannot become involved in individual
problems between you, your dealer, or BMW of
North America, LLC.
To contact NHTSA, you may call the Vehicle
Safety Hotline toll-free at 1-888-327-4236
(TTY: 1-800-424-9153); go to
http://www.safercar.gov; or write to: Administrator, NHTSA, 400 Seventh Street, SW.,
Washington, DC 20590. You can also obtain
other information about motor vehicle safety
from http://www.safercar.gov

For Canadian customers
Canadian customers who wish to report a
safety-related defect to Transport Canada,
Defect Investigations and Recalls may call
1-800-333-0510 toll-free from anywhere in
Canada or 1-613-993-9851 from the Ottawa
region and from other countries, or contact
Transport Canada by mail at: Transport
Canada, ASFAD, Place de Ville, Tower C,
330 Sparks Street, Ottawa, ON, K1A 0N5.
You can also obtain other information about
motor vehicle safety from http://www.tc.gc.ca

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At a glance
Controls

> New Vehicle Limited Warranty

The following applies only to vehicles owned
and operated in the US.

Driving tips

Your BMW is covered by the following warranties:

Navigation

For US customers

Communications Entertainment

We recommend that you read this publication
thoroughly.

Mobility

Reporting safety defects

Reference

Service and warranty

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At a glance
This overview of buttons, switches and displays
is intended to familiarize you with your vehicle's
operating environment. The section will also
assist you in becoming acquainted with the
control concepts and options available for
operating the various systems.

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Cockpit

Cockpit
Around the steering wheel: controls and displays

Rear window safety switch 39

Opening and closing windows 38

Folding exterior mirrors in and out* 51

Adjusting exterior mirrors 51
Automatic curb monitor* 52

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> Press longer: redialing

Low beams 102
Volume

Automatic headlamp control* 102
Adaptive Head Light* 104
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Head-Up Display* 99

Turn signals 66

Changing radio station
Selecting music track
Scrolling in phone book and in
lists with stored phone numbers

High beams, headlamp flasher 66

Individually programmable 53

Roadside parking lamps* 104

Individually programmable 53

Time, date, outside temperature,
Check Control 71, 79

Steering wheel heating* 53

Computer 73
9
10

Activating/deactivating voice
command system* 23

Instrument panel 12

14 Horn, entire surface
15

Windshield wipers 67
16
Rain sensor 67
Rear window wiper 68

Steering wheel adjustment 52

Cruise control* 69

17 Releasing hood 241

Starting/stopping engine and
switching ignition on/off 59

12 Ignition lock 59

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At a glance
Controls

Parking lamps 102

Driving tips

Navigation

> Press: accepting and ending
call, starting dialing* for
selected phone number and
redialing if no phone number is
selected

Fog lamps 105

Communications Entertainment

Telephone*:

Instrument lighting 105

Mobility

13 Buttons on steering wheel

Reference

Cockpit

instrument panel

Indicator lamps for turn signals

Speedometer

> Odometer and trip odometer 71

Indicator and warning lamps 13

> Computer 73

Display for

Tachometer 72

Energy Control 72

> Date and remaining travel distance
for service requirements 75

Display for

> Automatic transmission positions 64

> Clock/date 71

> HDC Hill Descent Control 90
>

> Outside temperature 71

> Adaptive Drive* 91

> Indicator and warning lamps 78
> Speed of cruise control* 69

Check Control message present 78

Fuel gauge 72

Resetting trip odometer 71
Displaying service requirement 71

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The concept

In the case of corresponding urgency, this information is displayed immediately when the
related lamp lights up.

Indicator lamps without text messages

At a glance

Indicator and warning lamps

High beams/headlamp flasher 104

Explanatory text messages

Lamp flashes:
DSC or DTC controls the drive and
braking forces for maintaining vehicle
stability 89

Text messages at the bottom edge of the Control Display explain the meaning of the displayed indicator and warning lamps.

Additional information, e.g. on the cause of a
malfunction and on the corresponding need to
take action can be displayed via the Check Control, refer to page 78.

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Driving tips

Some lamps are tested for proper function by
briefly lighting up during starting of the engine
or when the ignition is switched on.

Navigation

Fog lamps 105

Communications Entertainment

The indicator and warning lamps can light up in
different combinations and colors.

Mobility

With parking brake set for Canadian
models

Reference

With parking brake set 61

Controls

The following indicator lamps indicate that certain functions are activated:

Cockpit

Around the center console: controls and displays

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Reading lamps 105

Panorama glass sunroof* 39

Active seat* 51

Interior lamps 105

Passenger airbag status lamp 97

PDC Park Distance Control* 84
Rear view camera* 86

Control Display 16
Displays for menu navigation

DTC Dynamic Traction Control 89

Hazard warning flashers

Central locking system 29

10 Opening glove compartment 118
11 Automatic climate control 107

Opening liftgate 33

HDC Hill Descent Control 90
18 Controller 16
Turn, press or move horizontally in four
directions

Manual air distribution 108

19 Opening start menu on Control Display 17

Automatic air distribution and
volume 107

20 Automatic Hold 61

Cooling function 109
AUC Automatic recirculated-air
control 109
Maximum cooling 109

21 Parking brake 60
22 Adaptive Drive* 91
23 Programmable memory/direct selection
buttons 21
24 Switching Entertainment sound output
on/off and adjusting volume 162

Air volume 108
Residual heat utilization 110
Defrosting windows and removing
condensation 108
Rear window defroster 108
Seat heating* 50
Active seat ventilation* 50

At a glance

Initiating an emergency request 255

Controls

Driving tips

16 Ejecting navigation DVD with navigation
system* 136

Navigation

Microphone for hands-free mode for
telephone* and for voice command
system* 23

Communications Entertainment

13 Changing
> radio station 162
> track 162

Mobility

12 Ejecting audio CD

15 Selecting AM or FM waveband

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Reference

14 Selecting radio, CD and CD changer

iDrive

iDrive
iDrive combines the functions of a large number
of switches. This allows these functions to be
operated from a central position. The following
section provides an introduction to basic menu

navigation. The control of the individual functions is described in connection with the relevant equipment.

Controls

Control Display

button
Opening start menu

Controller
With the controller you can select menu
items and make settings:
> move in four directions, arrows 4
> turn, arrow 5
> press, arrow 6

To avoid posing an unnecessary hazard
due to inattention, both to your own vehicle's occupants and to other road users: never
attempt to use the controls or make entries
unless traffic and road conditions allow.<

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> BMW Assist* or TeleService*

> Navigation system*
> Onboard information, e.g. for displaying
the average fuel consumption

Entertainment
> Radio
> CD player and CD changer*
> External audio device

Climate
> Vent settings
> Seat heater distribution*
> Automatic programs

To hide the message:
Press the controller.
This displays the start menu.
On vehicles with a single drive, the message
automatically disappears after approx. 10 seconds.

Start menu

> Parked car ventilation*

menu
> Switching off Control Display
> Tone and display settings
> Settings for traffic information*
> Settings for your vehicle, e.g. for the central
locking system
> Display of maintenance intervals and deadlines for legally mandated inspections
> Settings for telephone*

At a glance
Controls

Navigation or onboard information

You can call up all the functions of iDrive using
five menu items.

Opening start menu
Press the

button.

Driving tips

> Telephone*

From radio readiness, refer to page 59, the following message is shown on the Control Display:

Navigation

Communication

Operating principle

Communications Entertainment

Menu overview

To open the start menu from the menu:
button twice.

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Reference

Mobility

Press the

iDrive

Opening menu items of start menu

Displays in menu

With the start menu you can open the menu
items Communication, Navigation, Entertainment and Climate by moving the controller to
the left, right, front or rear.

Each menu is divided into fields.
The respective active field is highlighted.

A symbol indicates the last selected menu
item of the start menu:

You can open the menu by pressing the controller.

Communication

Comfort opening of menu items

Navigation or onboard information

Comfort opening offers you:
> Opening of a menu item of the start menu in
the last display shown

Entertainment

> Direct changing between Communication,
Navigation, Entertainment and Climate
without pressing the
button

Climate
menu

For this purpose, move the controller in the corresponding direction and hold it for longer than
approx. 2 seconds.

Menu items are usually grouped in horizontal or vertical lists.

In these lists, arrows indicate the possibility
of accessing other menu items that are not
currently visible.

Settings are displayed graphically or
numerically.

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You can view the individual steps under Settings on Control Display, Brightness of Control
Display, refer to page 82.

> Menu items shown in white can be
selected by highlighting

> Active field appears lighter

Activating menu item:
> Press the controller
> New menu items are displayed or the
function is carried out

> Release controller

Selecting menu item: refer to 1

Adjusting settings:
> Turn controller
> Graphic display, numerical value or text
displays can be changed
> Confirmation by changing field

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Reference

Changing between fields:
> Briefly move the controller left, right,
forward or back

> Turn the controller; the highlight moves

Mobility

Selecting menu item:

Communications Entertainment

Navigation

Driving tips

Controls

Basic operation via iDrive is described in this
view.

At a glance

Operating principle at a glance

iDrive

Status information

Assistance window*

Additional information can be displayed in the
assistance window:

Display for:
> Entertainment:
Radio, CD
> Telephone* in "Communication":
Name of linked mobile phone, network
search or no network
> "BMW Assist"*:
Existing voice connection with a service
from BMW Assist

Entertainment sound output off

Display for traffic information*, TI:
Traffic information for the navigation system can be received and transmission is
switched on

Display for:
>

> The arrow or map view with a navigation
system*
> The current position

Selecting display
1. Move the controller to the right to change to
the assistance window and press the controller.

New entries present in "Missed calls"*

>
5

> The computer or the trip computer

Roaming active

Telephoning* possible if the mobile
phone is logged-on in the vehicle
Mobile phone network reception
strength, display dependent on mobile
phone

2. Select a menu item.
3. Press the controller.

Time

Other displays:
The status information is temporarily hidden
when there are Check Control instructions or
inputs via the voice command system*.

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2. Select "Assist. window off" and press the
controller.

Programmable memory/
direct selection buttons
You can store and run certain functions of iDrive
on the direct selection buttons:

At a glance

1. Move the controller to the right to change to
the assistance window and press the controller.

> Destinations of navigation
> Telephone, phone numbers*
> Entertainment:
> Radio station
> CD

Controls

Switching assistance window off/on

> AUX
The assignment of the direct selection buttons
is stored for the remote control currently in use.
To switch on, change to the assistance window
and press the controller.

Saving function

Driving tips

> CD compartment of CD changer*

3. Select "Display off" and press the controller.

button longer

Special features:
> With the destination guidance system and
the map view started, the current destination is stored.
> During destination entry via a map, the
coordinates at the cursor are stored, not the
current destination.

Telephone, phone numbers
1. Enter the phone number or select it in a list
of the stored phone numbers, e.g. of the
"A - Z" list.
To switch on, press the controller.

2. Press the
...
than 2 seconds.

button longer

If a name is assigned to the phone number, the
name will also be stored.

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Communications Entertainment

2. Press the controller to open the menu.

2. Press the
...
than 2 seconds.

Mobility

1. Press the
button.
This opens the start menu.

1. Select destination, e.g. in the destination
list or the address book.

Reference

Switching Control Display
off/on

Navigation

Destinations of navigation

iDrive

Entertainment

Displaying detailed information

In the Entertainment menu, the sound source
currently heard, e.g. a radio station, is stored,
regardless of the selection on the Control Display.

Touch and hold the

1. Select the desired function, e.g. radio station or CD.
2. Press the
...
than 2 seconds.

button longer

If the vehicle is equipped with two drives,
the current track is stored for CDs with
compressed audio files.<

...

button.

Deleting button assignments
1. Press the
button.
This opens the start menu.
2. Press the controller to open the menu.
3. Select "Settings" and press the controller.
4. Select "Vehicle / Tires" and press the controller.
5. Select "Programmable Memory Keys" and
press the controller.

Running function
Press the

...

button.

The function is run immediately. This means,
for example, that when a phone number is
selected, the connection is also established, or
when a navigation destination is called up, destination guidance is started.

Displaying button assignment
You can display the assignment of the buttons
by touching them with your finger. Please do
not wear gloves when doing so. Touching with
an object, e.g. a pen, does not function.

6. Select "Delete assignment of all memory
keys" and press the controller.
7. Select "Yes" and press the controller.

Displaying short info
Touch the

...

button.

The assignment of the buttons is displayed.

Destination of navigation system
Entertainment source
Telephone, phone number
Not assigned

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1. Press the

button on the steering wheel.

This symbol on the Control Display and
an acoustic signal tell you that the voice
command system can respond to commands.

Driving tips

The voice command system transforms your
oral commands into control signals for the
selected systems and provides support in the
form of instructions or questions.
The voice command system uses a special
microphone located in the area of the interior
rearview mirror, refer to page 14.

Precondition
Via iDrive, set the language that applies for the
voice command system in order to enable identification of the spoken commands. To set the
language of iDrive, refer to page 83.

Controls

Individual menu items on the Control Display
can be spoken as commands. This frees you of
having to use the controller.

Activating voice command system

2. Say the command.
The command is displayed on the Control
Display.

Symbols in Owner's Manual
{...} Say the specified commands word for
word.
{{...}} Indicates responses of the voice
command system.

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Reference

Mobility

This symbol is shown on the Control Display
when you can say additional commands.
If no other commands are possible, then operate the equipment via iDrive.

Navigation

The voice command system allows you to control operation of various vehicle systems without ever removing your hands from the steering
wheel.

Voice commands

Communications Entertainment

The concept

At a glance

Voice command system*

Voice command system

Terminating or canceling voice
command system
Press the
or

button on the steering wheel

Example: selecting a track
1. Switch on Entertainment sound output if
necessary.
2. Press the

{Cancel}

button on the steering wheel.

3. {Entertainment}
The system says:
{{Entertainment}}

Commands
Having possible commands read aloud
You can have the system read aloud the possible commands related to the selected menu
item on the Control Display.
To have the system list the possible commands:
{Options}
For example, if you have selected "CD", the
system will read aloud the possible commands
for operating the CD player and the CD
changer*.

4. {CD}
The system says:
{{CD drive switched on}}

Opening help
{Help}

Using alternative commands
There are often a number of commands to run a
function, e.g.:
{Radio on} or {Turn radio on}

Running functions directly with short
commands
With short commands you can carry out certain
functions directly, regardless of which menu
item is selected, refer to page 265.

5. Press the

button on the steering wheel.

6. Select a track, e.g.:
{Track 1}
The system says:
{{Track 1}}

Opening start menu
{Main menu}

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The mobile phone can also be operated
with voice commands, refer to
page 219.<

At a glance

Notes

> When selecting a radio station, use the
common pronunciation of the station name.
> For entries in the voice-activated phone
book, only use names in the language of the
voice command system and no abbreviations.
> Keep the doors, windows and panorama
glass sunroof* closed to prevent interference from ambient noise.

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Reference

Mobility

Communications Entertainment

> Avoid making other noise in the vehicle
while speaking.

Driving tips

> Always issue commands in the language of
the voice command system.

Navigation

> Say the commands and numbers smoothly
and at normal volume, avoiding excessive
emphases and pauses. This also applies to
spelling when entering the destination.

Controls

For voice commands, bear the following in
mind:

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Controls
This chapter is intended to provide you with
information for complete control of your vehicle.
Its extensive array of features and accessories,
both for driving and for your own safety,
comfort and convenience, are described here.

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Opening and closing

Opening and closing
Keys/remote control

New remote controls
To obtain additional or replace lost keys, new
remote controls with an integrated key are
available at your BMW Sports Activity Vehicle
Center.

Personal Profile
The concept
Each remote control contains a battery which is
automatically charged in the ignition lock while
driving. Drive a longer distance with each
remote control at least twice a year to keep the
battery charged. For comfort access*, the
remote control contains a replaceable battery,
refer to page 38.
Depending on which remote control is detected
by the vehicle during unlocking, different settings are called up and carried out in the vehicle,
refer to Personal Profile, page 28.
Information on the required maintenance is also
stored in the remote control, refer to Service
data in remote control, page 245.

Integrated key

You can set a number of functions of your BMW
individually according to your preferences. Personal Profile ensures that most of these settings are stored for the remote control currently
in use without you having to do anything. When
the vehicle is unlocked, the corresponding
remote control is detected and the settings
stored for it are called up and carried out.
This means that you will always find your BMW
set to your own personal settings even if
another person with his/her own remote control
and settings has used the vehicle since the last
time you drove it. The individual settings are
stored for a maximum of three remote controls.

Personal Profile settings
Details on the settings are provided on the
specified pages.
> When unlocking with the remote control,
either unlock only the driver's door or the
entire vehicle, refer to page 30
> Locking the vehicle after a short time or
after starting off, refer to page 32
> Assigning the programmable buttons on
the steering wheel, refer to page 53

Press button 1 to unlock the key.
The integrated key fits the following locks:
> Driver's door, refer to page 31
> Floor panel flap in cargo bay, refer to
page 123

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> Doors

> 12h/24h mode of the clock, refer to
page 82

> Fuel filler door

> Date format, refer to page 82

> Liftgate

Operating from outside

> Showing optical warning for PDC Park Distance Control*, refer to page 85

> via the remote control

> Selection, brightness and position of display in Head-Up Display*, refer to page 99

> with comfort access* via the door handles

> Settings of automatic climate control, refer
to page 107
> Positions of driver's seat, exterior mirrors,
and steering wheel*, refer to page 44
> With Adaptive Drive*, last selected chassis
and suspension tuning setting, refer to
page 91
> Audio sources, volume and tone settings,
refer to page 163
> Radio, displaying stored stations, refer to
page 166
> Telephone, setting volume, refer to
pages 214, 220
> Pathway lighting, refer to page 103, and
daytime running lamps*, refer to page 103
> Triple turn signal activation, refer to
page 67
> With rear view camera*, selection of functions, refer to page 86, and type of display,
refer to page 88
> With programmable memory/direct selection buttons, selection of stored functions,
refer to page 21

> via the door lock
At the same time, the anti-theft system is also
operated. It prevents the doors from being
unlocked using the lock buttons or door handles. The interior lamps and the courtesy
lamps* are also switched on and off with the
remote control. The alarm system is armed/disarmed at the same time.
You can find more detailed information on the
alarm system on page 35.

Operating from inside
Via the button for central locking, refer to
page 32. The fuel filler door is not locked.
In an accident of sufficient severity, the central
locking system automatically unlocks the vehicle. In addition, the hazard warning flashers and
interior lamps come on.

Opening and closing:
Using remote control
Persons or animals left unattended in a
parked vehicle can lock the doors from
the inside. Always take along the remote control
when leaving the vehicle so that the vehicle can
then be opened from the outside.<

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At a glance
Controls

> Language on Control Display, refer to
page 83

Driving tips

The system simultaneously engages and
releases the locks on the following:

Navigation

The central locking system is ready for operation whenever the driver's door is closed.

Communications Entertainment

> Measuring units for consumption, route/
distances, temperature, and pressure,
refer to page 82

The concept

Mobility

> Brightness of the Control Display, refer
to page 82

Central locking system

Reference

> Settings for the display on the Control Display:

Opening and closing

Unlocking
Press the
button.
This unlocks the vehicle.
You can set how the vehicle is unlocked. The
setting is stored for the remote control currently
in use.
iDrive, for operating principle refer to page 16.
1. Press the
button.
This opens the start menu.
2. Press the controller to open the menu.

9. Press the controller.

3. Select "Settings" and press the controller.

Comfort opening

4. Select "Vehicle / Tires" and press the controller.

Press and hold the
button. The windows and
the panorama glass sunroof* are opened.

5. Change to upper field if necessary. Turn the
controller until "Door locks" is selected and
press the controller.

Locking
Press the

button.

Do not lock the vehicle from the outside if
persons are inside, as unlocking from the
inside is not possible without special knowledge.<

Switching on interior lamps

6. Select "Central locking" and press the controller.
7. Select "Unlock button" and press the controller.
8. Select a menu item:
> "All doors"
Press the
button once to unlock the
entire vehicle.
> "Driver's door only"
Press the
button once to unlock only
the driver's door and the fuel filler door.
Press the button twice to unlock the
entire vehicle.

With vehicle locked:
Press the
button.
You can also use this function to locate your
vehicle in parking garages etc.

Panic mode*
You can also trigger the alarm system in case of
danger:
Press the

button for at least 3 seconds.

Switch off alarm: press any button.

Unlocking liftgate
Press the

button for approx. 1 second.

The liftgate will open slightly, regardless of
whether it was previously locked or unlocked.
During opening, the liftgate pivots back
and up. Ensure that adequate clearance is
available before opening.
To prevent accidentally locking yourself out,
never lay the remote control in the cargo bay. A
previously locked liftgate is also locked again
after closing.<

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3. Select "Settings" and press the controller.
4. Select "Vehicle / Tires" and press the controller.
5. Change to upper field if necessary. Turn the
controller until "Door locks" is selected and
press the controller.
6. Select "Confirmation" and press the controller.

> This device must not cause harmful interference, and
> this device must accept any interference
received, including interference that may
cause undesired operation.
Any unauthorized modifications or
changes to these devices could void the
user's authority to operate this equipment.<

Opening and closing:
Using door lock

7. Select the desired signal.

Do not lock the vehicle from the outside if
persons are inside, as unlocking from the
inside is not possible without special knowledge.<

8. Press the controller.
The signal is activated.

Malfunctions
The remote control may malfunction due to
local radio waves. Should the remote control
fail to operate due to interference of this kind,
unlock and lock the vehicle via the door lock
using a key.
If it is no longer possible to lock the vehicle
using the remote control, then the battery is
discharged. Use this remote control during an
extended drive; this will recharge the battery,
refer to page 28.

When unlocking
1. Turning the key once unlocks the driver's
door and the fuel filler door.
2. Turning the key a second time unlocks the
remaining doors and the liftgate.

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At a glance
Controls

Compliance statement:
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC
Rules. Operation is subject to the following two
conditions:

Driving tips

2. Press the controller to open the menu.

Navigation

1. Press the
button.
This opens the start menu.

FCC ID:
LX8766S
LX8766E
LX8CAS
LX8CAS2

Communications Entertainment

You can activate or deactivate the confirmation
signals.

The transmitter and receiver units comply with
part 15 of the FCC/Federal Communication
Commission regulations. Operation is governed by the following:

Mobility

Setting confirmation signals

For US owners only

Reference

If pointed or sharp-edged objects could
strike the rear window while driving, be
sure to provide protection around all edges.
Failure to do so could result in damage to the
heating conductors of the rear window.<

Opening and closing

Convenient operation
You also operate the windows and the panorama glass sunroof* from the driver's door
lock.

6. Select "Central locking" and press the controller.

Turn and hold the key in the positions for
unlocking or locking.
Watch during the closing process to be
sure that no one is injured. Rotating the
key back into the initial position stops the
movement.<

Manual operation

7. Select a menu item:

In the event of an electrical malfunction, you can
turn a key all the way to the right or left in the
door lock to lock or unlock the driver's door.

> "Relock door if not opened"
The central locking system automatically locks the vehicle after a short time
when no door has been opened.

Opening and closing:
From inside

> "Lock after driving"
The central locking system automatically locks the vehicle as soon as you
start to drive.
8. Press the controller.
The setting is selected.
The setting is stored for the remote control currently in use.

Unlocking and opening doors

This button serves to unlock or lock doors and
the liftgate, with the front doors closed. It does
not activate the anti-theft system. The fuel filler
door remains unlocked.
You can also set the situations in which the
vehicle is locked.
iDrive, for operating principle refer to page 16.
1. Press the
button.
This opens the start menu.
2. Press the controller to open the menu.
3. Select "Settings" and press the controller.
4. Select "Vehicle / Tires" and press the controller.
5. Change to upper field if necessary. Turn the
controller until "Door locks" is selected and
press the controller.

> Either unlock the doors together with the
button for the central locking system and
then pull the door handle above the armrest
or
> pull on the door handle of each door twice:
the first time unlocks the door, the second
time opens it.

Locking
> Use the central locking button to lock all of
the doors simultaneously, or
> press down the lock button of a door.
To prevent you from being locked out, the
open driver's door cannot be locked using
the lock button.
Persons or animals left unattended in a
parked vehicle can lock the doors from
the inside. Always take along the remote control

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The liftgate opens somewhat. It can be swung
upward.

Opening manually

Doors

At a glance

when leaving the vehicle so that the vehicle can
then be opened from the outside.<

Driving tips

Make sure that the closing path of the
doors is clear; otherwise injuries may
result.<

Liftgate

The liftgate is locked again as soon as it is
closed.

Closing
Make sure that the closing path of the liftgate is clear, otherwise injuries may
result.<

Press the button: the liftgate opens somewhat
unless it has been locked.

Opening from outside
The handle recesses on the interior trim of the
liftgate make it easier to pull down.
If pointed or sharp-edged objects could
strike the rear window while driving, be
sure to provide protection around all edges.
Failure to do so could result in damage to the
heating conductors of the rear window.<
Press the button on the liftgate or the
button
on the remote control for approx. 1 second:

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Navigation

Opening from inside

2. Open the liftgate and press in the handle.

Communications Entertainment

During opening, the liftgate pivots back
and up. Ensure that adequate clearance is
available before opening.<

Mobility

To close the doors, merely push them gently.
The closing process will then be carried out
automatically.

1. From the cargo bay, press out the handle in
the liftgate, refer to arrow, with a screwdriver and pull. The liftgate is unlocked.

Reference

Automatic soft closing*

Controls

In case of an electrical malfunction:

Opening and closing

Automatic liftgate operation*

> Press the button in the center console.

Adjusting opening height
You can adjust how far the liftgate is to open.
iDrive, for operating principle refer to page 16.
1. Press the
button.
This opens the start menu.
2. Press the controller to open the menu.
3. Select "Settings" and press the controller.
4. Select "Vehicle / Tires" and press the controller.
5. Change to upper field if necessary. Turn the
controller until "Door locks" is selected and
press the controller.
6. Select "Tailgate" and press the controller.

> Press and hold the
control.

button on the remote

To stop the opening process:
> Press the button on the outside of the liftgate.
> Press and hold the
control.

button on the remote

> Press the button on the inside of the liftgate.
> Press the button on the center console
again.
The opening process is interrupted if you
set the vehicle in motion.<
7. Turn the controller. The adjustment is
applied; the field can be changed.

Opening liftgate
The liftgate opens automatically when you:
> Press the button on the outside of the liftgate when the vehicle is unlocked.

Closing liftgate
Make sure that the closing path of the liftgate is clear, otherwise injuries may
result.<
Function requirement:
The tailgate is closed.

The liftgate closes automatically when you
press the button on the inside of the liftgate.
To stop the closing process:
> Press the button on the inside of the liftgate.
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The liftgate can also be opened with the system
armed with the
button on the remote control, refer to page 30. When the liftgate is
closed, it is locked and monitored again.

Tailgate
Opening

Switching off alarm
> Unlock the vehicle using the remote control,
refer to page 30.
> Insert the remote control all the way into the
ignition lock.

Indicator lamp displays

At a glance

When you lock or unlock the vehicle, either with
the remote control or at the door lock, the alarm
system is armed or disarmed at the same time.

Controls

Closing is not canceled when you put the
vehicle into motion.<

Arming and disarming alarm system

Driving tips

> Press the button on the outside of the liftgate.

The open tailgate can be loaded with up
to 550 lbs./250 kg.<

Closing
Fold the tailgate up and press closed.

The vehicle alarm system responds:
> When a door, the hood or the liftgate is
opened
> To movements in the vehicle: interior
motion sensor, refer to page 36
> To changes in the vehicle's tilt if someone
attempts to steal the wheels or tow the
vehicle
> To interruptions in battery voltage
Unauthorized operations are briefly signaled by
the alarm system:
> with an acoustic alarm
> by switching on the hazard warning flashers
> by flashing the high beams

> The indicator lamp flashes after locking: the
doors, hood or liftgate are not properly
closed. Even if you do not close the alerted
area, the system begins to monitor the
remaining areas, and the indicator lamp
flashes continuously after approx. 10 seconds. However, the interior motion sensor
is not activated.
> The indicator lamp goes out after unlocking:
your vehicle has not been disturbed while
you were away.
> The indicator lamp flashes after unlocking
until the remote control is inserted into the
ignition lock, however for a maximum of
approx. 5 minutes: your vehicle has been
disturbed while you were away.

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Mobility

The concept

> The indicator lamp under the interior rearview mirror flashes continuously: the system is armed.

Reference

Alarm system

Communications Entertainment

Navigation

Pull the lever and swing the tailgate downward.

Opening and closing

Tilt alarm sensor

> Starting engine

The tilt of the vehicle is monitored. The alarm
system reacts, e.g. in case of an attempted
wheel theft or towing.

Functional requirements

Interior motion sensor
In order for the interior motion sensor to function properly, the windows and panorama glass
sunroof* must be completely closed.

Avoiding unintentional alarms
The tilt alarm sensor and interior motion sensor
may be switched off at the same time. This prevents unintentional alarms, e.g. in the following
situations:

> The vehicle can only be unlocked if the
vehicle detects that the remote control carried is not located in the vehicle interior.
> The next unlocking and locking cycle is not
possible until after approx. 2 seconds.
> The engine can only be started if the vehicle
detects that the remote control is located in
the vehicle.

Comparison with ordinary remote
control

> When animals are to remain in the vehicle

You can control the functions mentioned previously with the comfort access or by pressing
the buttons on the remote control. Therefore,
please familiarize yourself with the information
on opening and closing beginning on page 28
beforehand.

Switching off tilt alarm sensor and
interior motion sensor

The special features when using comfort
access are described in the following.

Press the
button on the remote control
again as soon as the vehicle is locked.

Should a short delay occur when opening
or closing the windows or the panorama
glass sunroof*, the system is checking whether
a remote control is located in the vehicle. Please
repeat opening or closing if necessary.<

> In stacking garages
> When transporting on car-carrying trains,
by sea or on a trailer

The indicator lamp lights up briefly and then
flashes continuously. The tilt alarm sensor and
the interior motion sensor are switched off until
the next time the vehicle is unlocked and subsequently locked again.

Unlocking

Comfort access*
Comfort access enables you to access your
vehicle without having to hold the remote control in your hand. It is sufficient to carry the
remote control with you, e.g. in your jacket
pocket. The vehicle automatically detects the
related remote control in the immediate vicinity
or in the interior.
Comfort access supports the following functions:
> Unlocking/locking vehicle
> Comfort closing
> Opening liftgate

Completely grasp a door handle, arrow 1.
This corresponds to pressing the
button.

Locking
Touch the area highlighted in the picture,
arrow 2, with your finger for approx. 1 second.
This corresponds to pressing the
ton.

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but-

1. Insert remote control into ignition lock.

Watch during the closing process to be
sure that no one is injured. Removing the
hand from the door handle immediately stops
the closing process.<

2. Depress brake pedal.

Opening liftgate

6. Leave the remote control in the ignition
lock.
button.

If a remote control accidentally left in the
cargo bay is detected in the locked vehicle after closing the liftgate, the liftgate opens
again. The hazard warning flashers flash and a
signal* sounds.<

Switching on radio readiness
By briefly pressing the Start/Stop button, you
switch on the radio readiness, refer to page 59.
When doing so, do not depress the brake
pedal, otherwise the engine will start.<

Starting engine
You can start the engine or switch on the ignition if a remote control is located in the interior
of the vehicle. It need not be inserted in the ignition lock, refer to page 59.
As long as no remote control is detected in the
vehicle, it is only possible to restart the engine
within approx. 10 seconds after it is switched off
if no door has been opened.

Switching off engine
> Remote control not in ignition lock:
After switching off the engine, the transmission is automatically switched into transmission position P.

At a glance

3. Engage transmission position N.
4. Release the parking brake.
5. Switch off the engine.

Driving tips

Press the button on the liftgate.
This corresponds to pressing the

Controls

The vehicle can roll if you proceed according to
the following steps:

Malfunction
The comfort access function may malfunction
due to local radio waves. Then open or close the
vehicle with the buttons on the remote control
or with a key. To start the engine following this,
insert the remote control in the ignition lock.
The warning lamp in the instrument
panel lights up when an attempt is
made to start the engine: starting the
engine is not possible. The remote control is
not in the vehicle or has a malfunction. Take
along the remote control into the vehicle or
have it checked. Insert another remote control
into the ignition lock if necessary.
The warning lamp in the instrument
panel lights up when the engine is
running: the remote control is no
longer in the vehicle. After switching off the
engine, the engine can only be started again
within approx. 10 seconds if no door has been
opened.
The indicator lamp in the instrument
panel lights up and a message
appears on the Control Display:
Replace the battery of the remote control.

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Navigation

The windows and the panorama glass sunroof*
are closed.

Before driving into a car wash

Communications Entertainment

Hold a finger or the back of a hand on the surface, arrow 2.

Mobility

Comfort closing

> Remote control in ignition lock:
If transmission position N is engaged, the
transmission remains in this position after
the engine is switched off.

Reference

Please make sure that all electronic systems/consumers are switched off before
locking to save the battery.<

Opening and closing

Replacing battery
The remote control for comfort access contains
a battery which must be replaced if necessary.
1. Remove integrated key from remote control, refer to page 28.
2. Remove cover.

> Press switch beyond resistance point:
The window opens automatically. Pressing
the switch again stops the opening movement.
You can close the windows in the same manner
by pulling the switch.
Separate switches for the rear windows are
located in the rear.
For information on using convenient operation
at the door lock or with the remote control, refer
to page 30 or 32.
For information on comfort closing with comfort
access, refer to page 37.

After switching off ignition
3. Lay in new battery with positive side facing
upward.
4. Press cover closed.
Dispose of used batteries at a collection
point or at your BMW Sports Activity
Vehicle Center.<

Windows
To prevent injuries, exercise care when
closing the windows and keep them in
your field of vision until they are shut.
Always take along the remote control when you
leave the vehicle, otherwise children could, for
example, operate the windows and injure themselves.<

Opening, closing

You can still operate the windows with the
remote control removed or the ignition
switched off for approx. 1 minute, as long as
neither of the front doors has been opened.

Pinch protection system
If the closing force rises beyond a predefined
threshold during closing, the system will stop
moving the window prior to lowering it again
slightly.
Despite the pinch protection system,
inspect the window's travel path prior to
closing it, as the safety system might fail to
detect certain kinds of obstructions, such as
thin objects, and the window would continue
closing.
Do not install any accessories in the range of
movement of the windows, otherwise the pinch
protection system will be impaired.<

Closing without pinch protection
system
In case of danger from outside or if, for example,
ice on the window prevents normal closing, proceed as follows:

> Press switch to resistance point:
The window continues to open as long as
you keep the switch pressed.

1. Pull the switch beyond the resistance point
and hold. The pinch protection system is
limited and the window opens slightly if the
closing force exceeds a certain value.
2. Pull the switch beyond the resistance point
and hold again within approx. 4 seconds.

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Do not use force to close the sliding visor
with the glass sunroof in its raised position, otherwise the mechanism will be damaged.<

Opening, closing

At a glance

Safety switch

Raising
Press the switch.
The closed sunroof is raised and the sliding
visor opens slightly.

Controls

The window closes without the pinch protection system.

> Briefly press the switch back beyond the
resistance point.
The sliding visor will open automatically.
Briefly pressing the switch stops the
motion.

Panorama glass sunroof*

You can close the sliding visor in a similar manner by sliding the switch forwards.

The panorama glass sunroof is ready for operation with the ignition switched on, refer to
page 59.

Panorama glass sunroof

To prevent injuries, exercise care when
closing the panorama glass sunroof and
keep it in your field of vision until it is closed.
Always take along the remote control when you
leave the vehicle, otherwise children could, for
example, operate the roof and injure themselves.<

Raising, opening, closing

With the sliding visor open, proceed as
described under Sliding visor.
For information on using convenient operation
at the door lock or with the remote control, refer
to page 30 or 32.
For information on comfort closing with comfort
access, refer to page 37.

Opening and closing sunroof and
sliding visor together
Briefly press the switch beyond the resistance
point twice consecutively.
Briefly pressing the switch stops the motion.

Comfort mode
> Press the switch twice with the sunroof
open:
The sunroof is raised.

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Navigation

Always press the safety switch when children ride in the rear, otherwise uncontrolled closing of the windows could lead to
injuries.<

Communications Entertainment

> Slide the switch back to the resistance
point.
The sliding visor opens as long as you keep
the switch in this position.

Mobility

You can move the sliding visor independently
with the sunroof closed or raised.

Reference

With the safety switch, you can prevent the rear
windows from being opened or closed via the
switches in the rear passenger area, by children, for example. The LED lights up when this
safety feature is activated.

Driving tips

Sliding visor

Opening and closing

> When the sunroof is raised, briefly press the
switch twice in the opening direction:
The sunroof is opened all the way.

Comfort position
In the comfort position, the sunroof is not completely open; this reduces wind noise in the
passenger compartment.

Moving manually*
In the event of an electrical malfunction, you can
move the sunroof manually:
1. Remove trim piece. To do so, gently lift the
corner of the trim piece with a screwdriver.

Each time the panorama glass sunroof is completely opened or closed, it stops in the comfort
position. If desired, continue the motion following this with the switch.

After switching off ignition
You can still operate the roof for approx.
1 minute, as long as no door has been opened.

Pinch protection system

2. Using the screwdriver, press in the clamps
one after the other, arrows 1, tilt the cover
panel down, arrow 2, and remove.

If the panorama glass sunroof or sliding visor
encounter resistance when closing from
roughly one third of the sunroof opening or
when closing from the raised position, the closing action is interrupted and the panorama
glass sunroof and sliding visor reopen a little.
Despite the pinch protection system,
inspect the sunroof's travel path prior to
closing it, as the safety system might fail to
detect certain kinds of obstructions, such as
very thin objects, and the sunroof would continue closing.<

3. Disconnect the motor plug. This significantly reduces the effort required for the
manual movement.

Closing without pinch protection
system
In case of danger from outside, slide the switch
forward beyond the resistance point and hold.
The roof closes without the pinch protection
system.

Following interruptions in electrical
power supply
After a power loss, the sunroof may only
respond to the raise command. Then have the
system initialized. BMW recommends having
this work carried out by your BMW Sports
Activity Vehicle Center.

4. Take the Allen wrench* from its bracket in
the onboard tool kit, refer to page 247, and
insert it into the opening provided. Move the
panorama glass sunroof in the desired
direction.

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Controls

At a glance
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Reference

Mobility

Communications Entertainment

Navigation

6. Clip the trim piece into the cover panel,
arrow 1. Then fold the cover panel forward
until it audibly clicks into place, arrow 2.

Driving tips

5. Reconnect the plug.

Adjusting

Adjusting
Sitting safely
The ideal sitting position can make a vital contribution to relaxed, fatigue-free driving. In the
interaction with the safety belts, the head
restraints and the airbags, the seat position
plays an important role in an accident. To
ensure that the safety systems operate with
optimal efficiency, we strongly urge you to
observe the instructions contained in the following section.
For additional information on transporting children safely, refer to page 55.

Airbags
Always maintain an adequate distance
between yourself and the airbags. Always
hold the steering wheel by its rim with hands at
the 9 o'clock and 3 o'clock positions, to minimize the risk of injuries to your hands and arms
in the event of airbag deployment.
No one and nothing is to come between the airbags and the seat occupant.
Do not use the cover of the front airbag on the
front passenger side as a storage area. Make
sure that the front passenger is sitting correctly
and does not rest feet or legs on the instrument
panel, otherwise leg injuries can occur if the
front airbag is triggered.
Make sure that occupants do not rest their head
on the side or head airbag, otherwise injuries
can occur if the airbags are triggered.<
Even if you adhere to all the instructions, injuries resulting from contact with airbags cannot
be fully excluded, depending on the circumstances. The ignition and inflation noise may
provoke a mild hearing loss in extremely sensitive individuals. This effect is usually only temporary.
For airbag locations and additional information
on airbags, refer to page 97.

Head restraint
A correctly adjusted head restraint reduces the
risk of spinal injury in the event of an accident.
Adjust the head restraint so that its center
is approx. at ear level. Otherwise there is
increased danger of injury in the event of an
accident.<
Push the head restraints of the 3rd row seats*
into the top position.
Head restraints, refer to page 46.

Safety belts
Before every drive, make sure that safety belts
are being worn at all of the occupied seats. Airbags complement the safety belt as an additional safety device, but they do not represent a
substitute.
Depending on its equipment, your vehicle has
either five or seven seats, which are all provided
with a safety belt.
Never allow more than one person to
wear a single safety belt. Never allow
infants or small children to ride in a passenger's
lap. Make sure that the belt lies low around the
hips in the lap area and does not press on the
abdomen. The safety belt may not lie across the
neck, rub on sharp edges, be routed over solid
or breakable objects or be pinched. Wear the
safety belt without twisting, snugly across the
lap and shoulders, as close to the body as possible. Otherwise the belt can slip over the hips
in the lap area in a frontal impact and injure the
abdomen. Avoid wearing clothing that prevents
the belt from fitting properly and pull the belt in
the upper body area periodically to readjust the
tension, in order to avoid a reduction in the
restraint of the safety belt.
If the center safety belt in the rear is used, the
larger backrest half must be locked, refer to
page 123, otherwise the center safety belt has
no restraining action.<
Safety belts, refer to page 48.

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Adjusting electrically

At a glance
Navigation

To ensure that the safety systems continue to provide optimized protection,
please observe the adjustment instructions on
page 42.<

Adjusting manually*
To ensure that the safety systems continue to provide optimized protection,
please observe the adjustment instructions on
page 42.<
1

Longitudinal direction

Height

Seat tilt

Backrest

Pull the lever and slide the seat to the desired
position. After you release the lever, move the
seat forward or backward slightly so that it
engages fully.

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Communications Entertainment

Also observe the information on damage to
safety belts on page 49 and on the height of the
head restraints on page 46.

Pull the lever and adjust the thigh support in the
longitudinal direction.

Mobility

Never attempt to adjust or calibrate your
seat while the vehicle is moving. The seat
could respond with unexpected movement, and
the ensuing loss of vehicle control could lead to
an accident.
Never adjust manually adjustable seats while
the vehicle is moving, as otherwise the restraining effect of these seats during accidents could
be reduced.
Also on the passenger side, do not incline the
backrest too far to the rear while the vehicle is
being driven, otherwise there is a danger in the
event of an accident of sliding under the safety
belt, eliminating the protection normally provided by the belt.<

Controls

Note before adjusting

Driving tips

Thigh support*

Reference

Seats

Adjusting

Differs depending on seat:

Lumbar support*

Backrest

Height

You can also adjust the contour of the backrest
to obtain additional support in the lumbar
region.

Additional depending on seat:

The upper hips and spinal column receive supplementary support to help you maintain a
relaxed, upright sitting position.
> Increase or decrease curvature: press front
or rear section of switch.
> Shift curvature up or down: press upper or
lower section of switch.

Backrest width*

Shoulder support*

Thigh support*

Lumbar support*

Seat, mirror and steering
wheel memory*
You can store and request two different positions for the driver's seat and passenger seat*,
exterior rearview mirrors, and steering wheel.

Backrest width*

The adjustment of the backrest width and lumbar support is not stored in the memory.

The width of the backrest can be changed with
the side wings to adjust the side support to your
own needs.

Storing

Shoulder support*
This also supports the back in the shoulder
area, provides a relaxed sitting position and
helps relieve stress on the shoulder muscles.
The shoulder support is also used to adjust the
distance of the head restraint from the back of
the seat occupant's head.
1. Switch on radio readiness or ignition, refer
to page 59.
2. Set the desired seat, exterior mirror and
steering wheel positions.

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6. Select "Central locking" and press the controller.

4. Press the desired memory button 1 or 2:
The LED goes out.

7. Select "Last seat pos." and press the controller.

Calling up automatically
You can choose when the stored positions of
the driver's seat, exterior rearview mirrors, and
steering wheel are activated.
> Calling up when unlocking vehicle
> Calling up when opening driver's door
When using this feature, always make
sure that the footwell behind the driver's
seat is empty and unobstructed. Failure to do
so could cause injury to persons or damage to
objects behind the seat as a result of a rearward
movement of the seat.<

9. Press the controller.

The system cancels the adjustment procedure
when you briefly press one of the seat adjustment switches or one of the memory buttons.

Do not call up a position from the memory
while the vehicle is moving. There is a risk
of accident from unexpected movement of the
seat or steering wheel.<

Selecting calling up automatically

Select "Deactivated" and press the controller.

Calling up manually

iDrive, for operating principle refer to page 16.

Comfort mode
1. Open the driver's door after unlocking or
switch on radio readiness.

2. Briefly press the desired memory button 1
or 2.
The system cancels the adjustment procedure
when you briefly press one of the seat adjustment switches or one of the memory buttons.

Safety feature

Navigation

Deactivating calling up automatically

1. Open the start menu.
2. Press the controller to open the menu.

Driving tips

Controls

8. Select "After unlocking" or "After door
opened".

Communications Entertainment

The positions of the driver's seat, the exterior rearview mirrors, and steering wheel are
stored for the remote control currently in
use.

At a glance

3. Press the
button:
The LED in the button lights up.

If the
button was pressed inadvertently:
press the button again; the LED goes out.

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Reference

2. Press the desired memory button 1 or 2
and maintain pressure until the adjustment
process has been completed.

Mobility

1. Close the driver's door and switch the ignition on or off.

Adjusting

Head restraints

Front seats: height adjustment

A correctly adjusted head restraint reduces the
risk of spinal injury in the event of an accident.
Adjust the head restraint so that its center
is approx. at ear level. Otherwise there is
increased danger of injury in the event of an
accident. Only remove the head restraints if the
respective seat is not occupied. Reinstall the
head restraints before transporting passengers, as otherwise the head restraint cannot
provide its protective function.<

Active front head restraints
In the event of a rear-end collision of sufficient
severity, the active head restraint reduces the
distance to the head.
Do not use seat covers or head restraint
covers that could impede the proper
functioning of the active head restraint. Otherwise, there is no assurance that the active head
restraint will perform its protective function and
it is not possible to take advantage of its injuryreducing potential in the event of a rear-end
collision.
Have the active head restraints reset after they
are triggered in a rear-end collision. Have this
work carried out only at a BMW Sports Activity
Vehicle Center or at a workshop that works
according to BMW repair procedures with correspondingly trained personnel. Otherwise,
correct operation of this safety equipment is not
guaranteed.<
Removal and installation of the front head
restraints should be performed by a BMW
Sports Activity Vehicle Center.<

You can adjust the height of the head restraints
electrically.

Front seats: adjusting distance from
the back of the head

> Forward: pull up.
> Back: push the button and slide the headrest cushion toward the rear.
Do not place any objects behind the
headrest cushion. Otherwise, you can
impair the proper function of the head
restraint.<

Comfort seat*
You can adjust the distance from the back of the
seat occupant's head using the shoulder support, refer to page 44.

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Longitudinal direction*

Rear seat and 3rd row seats*:
Height adjustment

1. Pull the lever and slide the seat into the
desired position.
> To raise: pull up.
> To lower: press the button, arrow 1, and
push the head restraint downward.
In vehicles equipped with 3rd row seats, the
height of the middle head restraint is not adjustable.

2. Release the lever and move the seat slightly
forward or back so that it engages properly.

Backrest*
The backrests can be adjusted in four steps.

Removing
1. Pull the head restraint upward to the stop.
2. Press the button, arrow 1, and pull the head
restraint all the way out.

Pull the lever and apply weight to or remove
weight from the backrest as needed.

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At a glance
Controls
Driving tips

You can fold the side extensions on the head
restraint forward for increased lateral support in
the resting position.

Never adjust the 2nd row seats while the
vehicle is moving, as otherwise the passengers on the 3rd row seats could be injured.
Make sure that the locking devices of the 2nd
row seats engage properly. Otherwise the
restraining effect of the safety belts during an
accident could be reduced.<

Navigation

With a divided* row of seats you can adjust
both sides individually.

Communications Entertainment

2nd row seats

Mobility

Rear seats

Reference

Adjusting side extensions

Adjusting

Access to 3rd row seats*

Make sure that the catch engages
securely. If it is not properly engaged,
transported cargo could enter the passenger compartment during braking or evasive
maneuvers and endanger the vehicle occupants.<
3. Push the head restraints into the top position.

Folding backrest down
Pull the lever and fold the seat forward.
The handle recess on the interior trim of
the door pillar makes climbing in easier.<
When folding back the 2nd row seats,
make sure that the footwell under the
2nd row seats is clear. Otherwise persons in the
3rd row seats could be injured or objects damaged.<

1. Push down the head restraint, refer to
page 47.
2. Pull the lever, refer to arrows. The backrests
are released.

Warning lamp for 2nd row seats:
Lights up when the 2nd row seats are
not locked. A message also appears
on the Control Display.

3rd row seats*

3. Fold the backrest down.

The 3rd row seats are divided and offer space
for two persons.

Folding up backrest
Before folding up the backrest, remove the rollup cover, refer to page 122.
1. Pull the lever, refer to arrow. The backrest is
unlocked.

Safety belts
To ensure that the safety systems continue to provide optimized protection,
please observe the adjustment instructions on
page 42.<
Before every drive, make sure that safety belts
are being worn at all of the occupied seats. Airbags complement the safety belt as an additional safety device, but they do not represent a
substitute.

2. Fold up and engage the backrest.

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The safety belt reminder is operative at speeds
above approx. 5 mph/8 km/h. It can also be activated if objects are placed on the passenger
seat.

Calibrating driver's seat
The warning lamp lights up. A message also appears on the Control Display. Please calibrate the driver's
seat.
1. Move the driver's seat forward until it stops.

1. Grasp the belt firmly.

2. Move the driver's seat forward again. It
briefly moves toward the front in the process.

2. Press the red button in the buckle.

3. Set the desired seating position again.

3. Guide the belt into its reel.

The calibration is completed when the message
on the Control Display disappears. Should this
message continue to be displayed, repeat the
calibration. If the message does not disappear
even after repeated calibration, have the system checked as soon as possible.

Releasing

The shoulder strap's anchorage point will be
correct for adult seat occupants of every build if
the seat is correctly adjusted, refer to page 43.
The two rear safety belt buckles integrated into
the rear seat are for passengers sitting on the
left and right. The belt buckle embossed with
the word CENTER is intended exclusively for
use by passengers riding in the center position.

Damage to safety belts

Never carry out calibration while the vehicle is moving, as this can cause accidents.
Make sure that no persons or objects become
wedged during the calibration process, as this
can cause injuries or damage.<

In the event of loads caused by accidents
or other damage: replace the belt system
including the safety belt tensioners and any
child restraint systems, and have the belt
anchor points checked. Only have this work
carried out at a BMW Sports Activity Vehicle
Center or at a workshop that works according to
BMW repair procedures with correspondingly
trained personnel. Otherwise correct operation
of this safety equipment is not guaranteed.<

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At a glance
Controls

The indicator lamp lights up and a
signal sounds. A message also
appears on the Control Display.
Please check whether the safety belt is correctly fastened.

Driving tips

To maintain the long-term accuracy of this
function, the driver's seat must be calibrated if a
corresponding message is displayed on the
Control Display.

Navigation

Safety belt reminder for driver's seat
and passenger seat

Communications Entertainment

The effect of the belt-force limiter on the
driver's seat is dependent on the position of the
driver's seat.

Mobility

Belt-force limiter

Make sure you hear the latch plate engage in
the belt buckle.

Reference

Fastening

Adjusting

Seat heating*

Rear

Front

Operation similar to front seat heating; without
temperature distribution.
The temperature setting progresses one step
through its control sequence each time you
press the button. The maximum temperature is
supplied when three LEDs are lit.
To switch off: press the button longer.
The temperature is reduced, if need be, down to
no heat in order to reduce the load on the battery. The LEDs remain lit.

Active seat ventilation* and
seat heating*
Front

Temperature distribution*
The heat output can be distributed variously in
the seat cushion and the backrest.
iDrive, for operating principle refer to page 16.
1. Open the start menu.
2. Move the controller to the left to open "Climate".
3. Select "Seat heater distribution" and press
the controller.
4. Move the controller to the left or right to
select "Driver" or "Passenger".

Seat heating

Active seat ventilation

Press button 1 or 2 once depending on the
temperature or ventilation position. The LED in
the respective button lights up.
The temperature or ventilation levels are shown
on the Control Display.
The air quantity is reduced and if need be, the
ventilation is switched off in order to reduce the
load on the battery. The LEDs remain lit.
To switch off: press button 1 or 2 longer.

Temperature distribution
5. Turn the controller. The adjustment is
applied; the field can be changed.

The heat output can be distributed variously in
the seat cushion and the backrest.
iDrive, for operating principle refer to page 16.
1. Open the start menu.

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3. Select "Driver's seat climate" or "Passenger's seat climate" and press the controller.

Exterior mirrors

Active seat*

Adjusting

Switching to the other mirror or to the automatic curb monitor

Folding mirrors in and out*

Storing the mirror positions, refer to Seat, mirror and steering wheel memory on page 44.

Adjusting manually
The mirrors can also be adjusted manually:
press the edge of the glass.

Folding mirrors in and out*
The seat cushion is actively varied by alternately raising and lowering the right and left half
of the seat cushion. This reduces muscular tension and fatigue to help prevent lower back
pain.
Press the button to switch on; the LED lights
up.
The action of the system is reduced and if need
be, switched off in order to reduce the load on
the battery. The LED remains lit.
If you switch off the active seat, it can take up
to 1 minute before the two halves of the seat
cushion have returned to their initial position.

Pressing button 3 allows you to fold the mirrors
in and out again up to a speed of approx.
12 mph/20 km/h. This is advantageous, for
example, in car washes, narrow streets or for
bringing mirrors that have been manually folded
in back into the correct position.
Folded in mirrors fold out again at a speed of
approx. 25 mph/40 km/h.
Before going through a car wash, fold the
mirrors in manually, or with button 3, otherwise they could be damaged, depending on
the width of the car wash system.<

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Communications Entertainment

Operation similar to front seat heating; without
temperature distribution, refer to page 50.

Mobility

Heated rear seats

Navigation

Driving tips

The mirror on the passenger's side is
more curved than the driver's mirror.
Objects reflected in the mirror are closer than
they appear. Do not estimate the distance of
following traffic based on what you see in the
mirrors; otherwise, there is an increased risk of
accident.<

Reference

4. Turn the controller to adjust the distribution.
The setting is applied.

At a glance

Mirrors

Controls

2. Move the controller to the left to open "Climate".

Adjusting

Automatic heating
Below a certain outdoor temperature, both
exterior mirrors are automatically heated when
the motor is running or the ignition is switched
on.

Interior and exterior mirrors,
automatic dimming feature*

Tilting down passenger-side exterior
mirror – automatic curb monitor*
Activating
1. Slide switch into the driver's side mirror
position, arrow 1.

This feature is controlled by two photocells in
the interior rearview mirror. One is integrated
into the glass of the mirror, while the other is
located at an offset position on the rear of the
mirror housing.
For trouble-free operation, keep the photocells
clean and do not cover the area between the
interior rearview mirror and the windshield. Do
not attach stickers of any kind to the windshield
in front of the mirror, either.

2. Engage transmission position R.
The mirror glass tilts downward somewhat
on the passenger's side. This allows the
driver to see the area immediately adjacent
to the vehicle – such as a curb – when parking, etc.

Deactivating

Steering wheel
Adjusting
Do not adjust the steering wheel while the
vehicle is moving. There is a risk of accident as the result of unexpected movement.<

Slide switch into the passenger side mirror
position, arrow 2.

Interior rearview mirror

The steering wheel can be adjusted in four
directions.

To reduce the dazzle effect of following vehicles at night, turn the knob.

Storing steering wheel positions, refer to Seat,
mirror and steering wheel memory on page 44.

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3. Select "Settings" and press the controller.

To facilitate entry and exit, the steering wheel
temporarily moves into the uppermost position.

At a glance

Easy entry/exit*

Controls

Steering wheel heating*

Programmable buttons on steering
wheel
A list of different functions appears:
> "Navigation voice instructions"
Voice instructions for the navigation
system*

You can program the buttons individually.

> "Air recirculation on / off"
Permanently shutting off outside air,
refer to AUC Automatic recirculated-air
control* on page 109

The setting is stored for the remote control currently in use.

> "Mute on / off"
Mutes the audio sources

iDrive, for operating principle refer to page 16.

> "Monitor on / off"
Switches the Control Display on/off

1. Press the
button.
This opens the start menu.
2. Press the controller to open the menu.

> "Telephone list"*
Display/hide phone book or last list of
stored phone numbers

Communications Entertainment

Press the button.
When the steering wheel heater is switched on,
the LED in the button lights up.

Navigation

Driving tips

4. Select "Steering wheel buttons" and press
the controller.

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Reference

5. Select the desired function and press the
controller.

Mobility

> "Next entertainment source"
Changes audio source

Adjusting

6. Select the button if necessary and press the
controller.

You can operate the selected function using the
corresponding button.

Operating function
Press the corresponding button on the steering
wheel.
If you have programmed "Navigation voice
instructions" for one of the buttons:
> To switch voice instructions on/off:
Hold the button down.
> To repeat the last voice instruction:
Press the button.

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Accident research shows that the safest place
for children is on the rear seat.
Children younger than 13 years of age or
with a height under 5 ft/150 cm may only
be transported on the 2nd row seats in child
restraint systems which correspond to the age,
weight and height of the child. Otherwise there
is an increased danger of injury in an accident.<
Children 13 years of age or older must wear a
safety belt as soon as a suitable child restraint
system can no longer be used due to their age,
weight and size.

Exception for front passenger seat
Should it be necessary to use a child
restraint system on the front passenger
seat, the front and side airbags on the passenger side must be deactivated. Otherwise, there
is an increased risk of injury for the child if the
airbags are triggered, even with a child restraint
system.<
For more information on automatic deactivation
of the front passenger airbags, refer to page 98.

On front passenger seat
After mounting a child restraint system on
the front passenger seat, make sure that
the front and side airbags on the front passenger side are deactivated; otherwise, there is an
increased risk of injury if the airbags are triggered.<

Backrest width*
The backrest width adjustment of the
front passenger seat must be completely
open. After installing the child's seat, no memory position may be called up; otherwise, the
stability of the child's seat on the front passenger seat is reduced.<
1. Open backrest width adjustment completely, refer to page 44.
2. Install child's seat.

Child seat security

Follow the child restraint system manufacturer's instructions for selection,
installation and use of child restraint systems.
Otherwise, the degree of protection may be
reduced.<

At a glance
Controls
Mobility

Installing child restraint
systems

Driving tips

Children always in rear

Navigation

Do not leave children unattended in the
vehicle, otherwise they could endanger
themselves and other persons, e.g. by opening
the doors.<

For equipment with 3rd row seats*, make
sure that the seat of the 2nd row seats on
which the child restraint system is mounted is
properly locked. Otherwise there is an
increased risk of injury for the child in an accident.
Do not mount child restraint systems on the 3rd
row seats, as otherwise the protection provided
by these child restraint systems may be
reduced.<

All safety belts of the 2nd and 3rd* row seats
and the safety belt for the front passenger can
be locked against pulling out.

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Reference

The right place for children

Communications Entertainment

Transporting children safely

Locking safety belt
1. Secure the child restraint system with the
belt.
2. Pull out the belt webbing completely.
3. Allow the belt webbing to be pulled in and
pull taut against the child restraint system.
The safety belt is locked.

Make sure that the LATCH mounts have
properly clicked into place and that the
child restraint system is resting snugly against
the backrest. Otherwise, the protective action
may be reduced.<

Unlocking safety belt
1. Open the belt buckle.
2. Remove the child restraint system.
3. Allow the belt webbing to be pulled in completely.

LATCH child restraint fixing
system
LATCH: Lower Anchor and Tethers for CHildren.
Follow the system manufacturer's
instructions on installation and use of
LATCH child restraint systems; otherwise, their
protective function may be reduced.<
Before attaching the child's seat, pull the belt
away from the region of the child restraint fixing
system.

The anchor points for the LATCH anchors are
located at the positions indicated by arrows in
the gap between the seat and the backrest.

Child restraint system with tether strap
Only use the top tether mounting points
to secure child restraint systems, otherwise the mounting points could be damaged.
Do not mount child restraint systems on the
3rd row seats, as otherwise the protection provided by these child restraint systems may be
reduced.<

Before installing the child's seat, remove
the covers* from the mounts for the
LATCH anchor fittings, as otherwise the
LATCH anchor fittings have no restraining
effect.<

There are three additional mounting points for
child restraint systems with a tether strap on the
2nd row seats, refer to arrows. Fold out before
using the center mounting point.

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1. Slide the head restraint upward.
2. Guide the tether strap between the head
restraint brackets.
3. Hook in the tether strap on the mounting
point with the hook.
4. Slide the head restraint into the bottom
position.
5. Pull tether strap taut.
On center seat with equipment with two rows of
seats:
1. Fold the center armrest somewhat toward
the front.

Head restraint

Tether strap hook

Mounting point

Backrest

Tether strap of child restraint system

3. Fold back and engage the center armrest.
4. Hook in tether strap on mounting point.
5. Pull tether strap taut.

When using the cargo bay cover, route the
tether strap through between the backrest of
the 2nd row seats and the cargo bay cover.

On center seat with equipment with three rows
of seats:
1. Slide the head restraint upward.
2. Guide the tether strap between the head
restraint brackets.
3. Hook in the tether strap on the mounting
point with the hook.
4. Slide the head restraint into the bottom
position.
5. Pull tether strap taut.

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Mobility

Direction of travel

Reference

Communications Entertainment

Navigation

2. Guide the tether strap through the opening
in the center armrest.

At a glance

On outer seats:

Controls

Mounting tether strap on 2nd row seats

Make sure that the tether strap is not
routed over sharp edges and does not
twist on its way to the mounting point; otherwise, the belt cannot properly secure the child
restraint system in the event of an accident.<

Driving tips

Placement of tether strap

Transporting children safely

On trips
Child-safety locks for rear doors

Slide down the safety lever on the rear doors:
The door can now be opened from the outside
only.

Safety switch for power windows
Always press the safety switch for the power
windows, refer to page 39, when children are
riding in the rear of the vehicle.

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Start/Stop button

Comfort access*

Some electronic systems/consumers are ready
for operation. The time and outside temperature are displayed in the instrument panel.

With comfort access, only insert the remote
control into the ignition lock in exceptional
cases, refer to page 36.

Removing remote control from ignition
lock
Do not pull the remote control out of the
ignition lock using force, as otherwise
damage may result.<
Before removing the remote control, first press
it in as far as possible to release the locking
device.
The ignition is switched off if it was still
switched on.

Radio readiness

Radio readiness is automatically switched off:
> when the remote control is removed from
the ignition lock
> with comfort access* by touching the sensitive surface above the door lock, refer to
Locking on page 36

Ignition on
All electronic systems/consumers are ready for
operation. The odometer and the trip odometer
are displayed in the instrument panel, refer to
page 71.
Please switch off the ignition and the
electronic systems/consumers which are
not required when the engine is not running to
save the battery.<

Radio readiness and ignition off
All indicator lamps, warning lamps, and displays
in the instrument panel go out.

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Navigation

Pressing the Start/Stop button with the
brake pedal depressed starts the
engine.<

Communications Entertainment

Insert the remote control as far as possible into
the ignition lock.
Radio readiness switches on. Some electronic
systems/consumers are ready for operation.

Mobility

Pressing the Start/Stop button switches the
radio readiness or the ignition on and off.

Driving tips

Controls

Inserting remote control into ignition
lock

Reference

Ignition lock

At a glance

Driving

Starting engine

Switching off engine

Do not run the engine in closed rooms,
otherwise the inhalation of toxic exhaust
gases can cause unconsciousness and death.
The exhaust gases contain carbon monoxide,
an odorless and colorless, but highly toxic gas.
Never leave an unattended vehicle with the
engine running, as such a vehicle represents a
potential safety hazard.
To prevent the vehicle from rolling, always
engage transmission position N or P and set the
parking brake before leaving the vehicle with
the engine running.<

When leaving the vehicle, always take
along the remote control.
Set the parking brake firmly when parking; otherwise, the vehicle could roll.<

Do not allow the engine to warm up by leaving it
running while the vehicle remains stationary.
Instead, drive off at a moderate engine speed.
The engine starts when you depress the
brake pedal while pressing the Start/Stop
button.<
Avoid frequent starting in quick succession or repeated starting attempts in
which the engine does not start. Otherwise, the
fuel is not burned or inadequately burned and
there is a danger of overheating and damaging
the catalytic converter.<

Procedure
1. Engage transmission position P with the
vehicle stopped.
2. Press the Start/Stop button.
3. Set the parking brake.
4. Remove the remote control from the ignition lock, refer to page 59.

Before driving into a car wash
The vehicle can roll if you proceed according to
the following steps:
1. With comfort access*: insert the remote
control into the ignition lock.
2. Depress brake pedal.
3. Engage transmission position N.
4. Release the parking brake or deactivate
Automatic Hold.
5. Switch off the engine.
Transmission position P will be engaged:
> automatically after approx. 30 minutes
> if you remove the remote control from the
ignition lock

Parking brake
Remote control in ignition lock or with comfort
access in vehicle, refer to page 36.
1. Depress brake pedal.
2. Press the Start/Stop button.
The system responds by automatically engaging the starter for a certain period and automatically disengaging it as soon as the engine
starts.

The concept
Your BMW is equipped with an electromechanical parking brake.
The parking brake is primarily intended to prevent the vehicle from rolling while parked.
You can use the parking brake in two ways:
> manually, by pulling and pushing the button
> automatically, by activating Automatic
Hold, refer to page 61

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Releasing manually

At a glance

With the engine stopped, the parking brake acts
on the rear wheels via an electromechanical
system. When the engine is running, the parking brake acts on the disk brakes of the front
and rear wheels via the brake hydraulics.

The indicator lamp in the instrument
panel lights up red. The parking brake is
set.
Indicator lamp on Canadian models.

When leaving the vehicle, always take
along the remote control; this precaution
prevents children from releasing the parking
brake, for example.<

Automatic Hold
The remote control does not have to be
inserted into the ignition lock for the parking
brake to be set.

While driving
If exceptional circumstances should make it
necessary to set the parking brake while the
vehicle is in motion, pull on the button longer.
The vehicle continues to brake forcefully for as
long as you pull on the button.
The indicator lamp in the instrument
panel lights up red, a chime sounds and
the brake lamps light up.
Indicator lamp on Canadian models.

The concept
This function assists you while you drive by
automatically setting and releasing the parking
brake, e.g. when you are stopped at a traffic signal or in stop-and-go traffic.
When Automatic Hold is activated, the vehicle is
automatically held in place when standing.
When driving up inclines, the system prevents
your vehicle from rolling backward in an undesired way.
After the engine is started, the system can be
activated and deactivated at any time the
driver's seat is occupied until the next time the
engine is switched off.

As soon as you brake the vehicle almost to a
stop, i.e., down to a speed of approx. 2 mph/
3 km/h or below, the parking brake remains set.

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Driving tips
Navigation

Pull button. The parking brake is set.

Communications Entertainment

Indicator lamp on Canadian models.

Mobility

The indicator lamp in the instrument
panel goes out.

Reference

Press the button with the brake depressed.

Controls

Setting manually

Driving

Activating

brake is automatically released and the indicator lamp goes out.
Before driving into the car wash, deactivate Automatic Hold; otherwise, the parking brake will be automatically set after stopping and the vehicle can no longer roll.<

Parking

Press the button. The LED in the button lights
up and the indication AUTO H appears in the
instrument panel.
Automatic Hold is activated.
If the vehicle is being held by Automatic
Hold, the indicator light in the instrument panel also lights up in green.
Indicator lamp on Canadian models.

Deactivating
Press the button again, the LED in the button
and the indication AUTO H in the instrument
panel go out.
Automatic Hold is deactivated.
If the vehicle is being held by Automatic Hold,
then press on the brake pedal to deactivate it.
When the parking brake is set manually, refer to
page 61, Automatic Hold is automatically deactivated.

Driving
With Automatic Hold activated, the vehicle is
automatically prevented from rolling after it
comes to a stop.
The indicator lamp in the instrument
panel lights up in green.
Indicator lamp on Canadian models.

If the transmission is in a drive position, simply
press on the gas pedal to begin driving. The

If the vehicle is being held by Automatic Hold
and you switch off the motor, the parking brake
is automatically set.
The indicator lamp in the instrument
panel changes from green to red.
Indicator lamp on Canadian models.

The parking brake is not set if you have
already switched off the engine while the
vehicle is rolling to a stop.
Automatic Hold is deactivated.<
You can manually release the parking brake
even after switching off the motor as long as the
remote control remains in the ignition lock, refer
to page 61. Use this function in car washes, for
example.
When leaving the vehicle, always take
along the remote control; this precaution
prevents children from releasing the parking
brake, for example.<

For your safety
Automatic Hold is automatically deactivated
when:
> the engine is switched off
> no one is detected in the driver's seat when
the engine is running
> the vehicle is braked to a stop during driving.
In the instrument panel, the indicator
lamp changes from green to red and
the indication AUTO H goes out.
Indicator lamp on Canadian models.

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In the event of an electrical power loss or electrical malfunction, you can release the parking
brake manually.
Before manually releasing the parking
brake and each time you park the vehicle
without setting the parking brake, make sure
that the automatic transmission is in position P,
refer to page 65. Be sure to pay attention to the
information in the instrument panel.
In addition, secure the vehicle against rolling,
e.g. with a wheel chock. Otherwise there is a
danger that the vehicle could roll if parked on a
steep slope.<
If it becomes necessary to also release the
transmission lock of the automatic transmission
manually, follow this sequence:

5. Stow the releasing tool, warning triangle*
and first-aid kit* and close the left side
panel in the cargo bay.
Only have a malfunction corrected by the
nearest BMW Sports Activity Vehicle
Center or a workshop that works in accordance
with BMW guidelines and uses appropriately
trained personnel. If the parking brake has been
released manually in response to a malfunction,
only technicians can return it to operation.<
Following manual release, the actual status of the parking brake may deviate from
that displayed by the indicator lamp.<

1. If necessary, start by releasing the parking
brake manually.

Operation after interruptions in power
supply

2. Then release the automatic transmission's
transmission lock manually, refer to
page 65.

The parking brake can only be used again
if it was manually released due to an interruption in the supply of electrical power. Otherwise the operation of the parking brake is not
ensured and there is a danger of the vehicle rolling despite the parking brake being set.<

Jump starting and towing, refer to information
starting on page 256.

Releasing
1. Open the left-hand side panel in the cargo
bay.

Procedure

2. Remove the first-aid kit* and the warning
triangle* if necessary. Close the bracket of
the warning triangle.

2. Press the button with the brake depressed.

1. Switch on the ignition.
The indicator lamp in the instrument
panel goes out as soon as the parking
brake is ready for operation again.

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Navigation

Releasing parking brake manually

4. Firmly pull the releasing tool upward against
the mechanical resistance, refer to arrow,
until a considerable increase in force is felt
and the parking brake is then clearly heard
to release.

Communications Entertainment

If the parking brake fails or malfunctions, secure
the vehicle against rolling, e.g. with a wheel
chock, if you leave the vehicle.

Mobility

Malfunction

Driving tips

Controls

Before leaving the vehicle with the engine
running, shift the selector lever into position P of the automatic transmission and make
sure that the parking brake is set. Otherwise,
the vehicle may begin to roll.<

At a glance

3. Insert the releasing tool, contained in the
onboard tool kit under the floor panel, refer
to page 247, at the releasing point.

Reference

Before you start to drive, either release the
parking brake manually, refer to page 61, or
reactivate Automatic Hold, refer to page 62.

Driving

Indicator lamp on Canadian models.

Shifting into D, R, N

Any noises which occur are normal. Start-up
may take several seconds.

Automatic transmission with
Steptronic
In addition to fully automatic operation, you can
also manually shift with the Steptronic, refer to
page 65.

Transmission positions
P R N D M/S + –
To prevent the vehicle from creeping
after you select a driving position, maintain pressure on the brake pedal until you are
ready to start.<

Briefly press the selector lever in the desired
direction, beyond a resistance point if necessary. When shifting out of P or into R, simultaneously push the button 1.
The engaged transmission position is displayed
on the selector lever.
The selector lever immediately returns to the
center position when released.

Engaging P

Displays in instrument panel

Press button P.
P R N D DS M1 to M6
The transmission position is indicated, and in
the manual mode, the gear currently engaged.

Engaging transmission position
> You can only engage transmission positions D, R or N when the engine is running.
> With the vehicle stationary, depress the
brake pedal before shifting out of P or N;
otherwise the shift command will not be
executed: shiftlock.
To prevent the vehicle from creeping
after you select a driving position,
maintain pressure on the brake pedal until
you are ready to start.<

Also observe the additional information on the
automatic transmission.
The transmission automatically shifts into
park if you release the driver's seatbelt
and open the driver's door with the engine running while in reverse or drive.<

R Reverse
Select only when the vehicle is stationary.
An interlock prevents inadvertent gearshifts
into transmission position R. To deactivate the
interlock, press the release button 1.

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N remains engaged even after the engine
is switched off whenever you leave the
remote control in the ignition lock. This function
is used, for example, in a car wash, refer to
page 60. After approx. 30 minutes P is automatically engaged.<

D Drive, automatic position
Position for normal vehicle operation. All forward gears are available.
Under normal operating conditions, the fuel
consumption is lowest when driving in position D.

Kick-down
The kick-down mode provides maximum acceleration.
Press the accelerator pedal beyond the
increased resistance at full throttle.

Sport program and manual mode M/S

To use the automatic function again, press the
selector lever to the right into position D.

Manually releasing and engaging
transmission lock
In case of a power failure, e.g. when the
battery is drained or disconnected, or an
electrical malfunction, the transmission lock
must be manually released, as otherwise the
rear wheels are blocked and the vehicle cannot
be towed.<
Step on the brake when manually releasing the transmission lock; otherwise,
there is a danger of the vehicle rolling.<
The transmission lock should only be released
for towing. Reengage the transmission lock
after parking the vehicle at its destination.
If it also becomes necessary to manually
release the parking brake, follow this sequence:
1. Secure the vehicle against rolling.
2. Manually release the parking brake, refer to
page 63.
3. Manually release the transmission lock of
the automatic transmission.

Press selector lever out of transmission position D toward the left:
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Controls
Driving tips

Can, for example, be engaged in automatic car
washes. The vehicle can roll.

Upshifts and downshifts are executed only
when they will result in a plausible combination
of engine and vehicle speed; thus, for example,
a downshift that would cause the engine to
overrev will not be executed by the system. The
selected gear is briefly displayed in the instrument panel, followed by the current gear.

Navigation

N Neutral

When the selector lever is pressed forward or
back, the manual mode is activated and the
Steptronic shifts the gear. The instrument
panel shows M1 through M6.

Communications Entertainment

P is engaged automatically as soon as
you switch off the engine unless N is
engaged and on vehicles with comfort access
the remote control is inserted in the ignition
lock, refer to page 59.<

Mobility

Select only when the vehicle is stationary.
The rear wheels are locked.

mended for a performance-oriented driving
style.

Reference

P Park

Driving

Releasing

Locking

1. Slide back the cover of the cup holder and
remove the floor mat on the bar between
the cup holders, arrow 1.

1. Pull out the releasing tool.
The transmission lock is engaged again.
2. If necessary, insert the lock* and lock it.
2. Open the cover in the bottom of the cup
holder with the releasing tool from the
onboard tool kit, page 247, refer to arrow 2.
3. If necessary, unlock the lock* with the integrated key of the remote control, refer to
page 28, and remove it.

3. Close the cover in the bottom of the cup
holder and lay in the mat again.
4. Close the cover of the cup holder and stow
the releasing tool.
Information on jump starting and towing, from
page 256.

4. Insert the releasing tool into the opening,
arrow 3.

Turn signals/headlamp
flasher/high beams

5. Turn the releasing tool as far as possible,
arrow 4, and then press downward and
leave it in. The transmission lock is
released.
Engage the transmission lock after parking the vehicle at its destination. Otherwise there is a danger of the vehicle rolling.<

High beams

Headlamp flasher

Turn signals

Using turn signals
Press the lever beyond the resistance point.
To switch off manually, press the lever up to the
resistance point.
Atypically rapid flashing of the indicator
lamp indicates that a turn signal bulb
needs to be replaced.<

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Press lever to resistance point and hold for as
long as you wish to signal.

At a glance

Washer/wiper system

Signaling briefly

Triple turn signal activation

Switching on wipers

Switching off wipers or brief wipe

3. Select "Settings" and press the controller.

4. Select "Vehicle / Tires" and press the controller.

Activating/deactivating intermittent wipe or
rain sensor*

Cleaning windshield and headlamps*

Setting interval for intermittent wipe, or
sensitivity of the rain sensor

5. Change to upper field if necessary. Turn the
controller until "Lighting" is selected and
press the controller.

Switching on wipers
Pull the lever upward, arrow 1.
The lever automatically returns to its initial position when released.

Normal wiper speed
Press once.
The system reverts to operation in the intermittent mode when the vehicle is stationary.
6. Select "Triple turn signal" and press the
controller.
Triple turn signaling is activated.
The setting is stored for the remote control currently in use.

Fast wiper speed
Press twice or press beyond the resistance
point.
The system reverts to normal speed when the
vehicle is stationary.

Intermittent operation or rain sensor*
With the rain sensor, the wiper operation is controlled automatically as a function of the rain
intensity. The rain sensor is located on the
windshield, directly in front of the interior rearview mirror.

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Navigation

2. Press the controller to open the menu.

Communications Entertainment

1. Press the
button.
This opens the start menu.

Mobility

iDrive, for operating principle refer to page 16.

Reference

You can activate or deactivate this function.

Driving tips

Controls

Press the lever up to the resistance point.
The turn signal flashes three times.

Driving

Activating intermittent operation or
rain sensor

Windshield washer nozzles
Both windshield washer nozzles are automatically heated with the engine running or the ignition switched on.

Rear window wiper

Press the button, arrow 3. The LED in the button lights up.

Setting interval for intermittent wipe, or
sensitivity of the rain sensor

Intermittent mode. When reverse gear is
engaged, continuous operation is switched
on automatically

Cleaning the rear window

Turn the knurled wheel 5.

Deactivating intermittent operation or
rain sensor
Press the button again, arrow 3. The LED goes
out.
Deactivate the rain sensor when passing
through an automatic car wash. Failure to
do so could result in damage caused by undesired wiper activation.<

Cleaning windshield and headlamps*
Pull the lever, arrow 4.
The system sprays washer fluid against the
windshield and activates the wipers for a brief
period.
When the vehicle lighting system is switched
on, the headlamps are also cleaned at regular
and appropriate intervals.
Do not use the washers if there is any
danger that the fluid will freeze on the
windshield. If you do so, your vision could be
obscured. To avoid freezing, use a washer fluid
antifreeze, refer to Washer fluid. Do not use
washing mechanisms when the washer fluid
reservoir is empty, otherwise you will damage
the washer pump.<

Do not use washing mechanisms when
the washer fluid reservoir is empty, otherwise you will damage the washer pump.<

Washer fluid
Washer fluid antifreeze is flammable.
For this reason, keep it away from ignition
sources and store only in the closed original
container out of reach of children. Otherwise,
there is the danger of bodily injury. Always
observe the instructions for use provided on the
containers.<

Filler neck for washer fluid
Only add washer fluid with the engine
cooled down to exclude contact with hot
engine components. Otherwise there is a danger of fire and to personal safety if the fluid is
spilled.<

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approx. 6.3 US quarts/6 liters.

Cruise control*
The concept
The cruise control with a braking function is
available for use at speeds of approx. 20 mph/
30 km/h and higher. The vehicle stores and
maintains the speed that you set using the lever
mounted on the steering column. To keep the
specified speed constant, the system brakes if
the engine braking effect is not sufficient on a
downhill grade.
Do not use the cruise control under driving conditions that do not permit a constant speed, e.g. when driving on winding
roads, in heavy traffic or in poor road conditions
such as snow, rain, ice, and loose road surface.
Otherwise you could lose control of the vehicle
and cause an accident.<

Deactivating cruise control

Resuming stored speed

At a glance
Controls

Storing speed and maintaining or decreasing

Maintaining current speed
Briefly press, arrow 1, or briefly pull, arrow 2
lever.
The speed currently being driven is stored and
maintained. It is indicated on the speedometer
and briefly in the instrument panel.
The controlled speed can drop on uphill grades
if the engine output is insufficient. If the engine
braking effect is not sufficient on a downhill
grade, the system lightly brakes the vehicle.

Increasing speed
Repeatedly press the lever up to or beyond the
resistance point, arrow 1, until the desired
speed is set.
> Each time the lever is pressed to the resistance point, the speed is increased by
approx. 1 mph or 1 km/h.
> Each time the lever is pressed beyond
the resistance point, the desired speed
increases by a maximum of 5 mph or
10 km/h.
The system stores the setting and maintains
the set speed.

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Capacity

Communications Entertainment

In order to maintain the mixture ratio, mix
the washer fluid before filling.<

Storing speed and maintaining or increasing

Mobility

Fill with water and – if required – with a washer
antifreeze, according to manufacturer's recommendations.

Reference

All washer nozzles are supplied from one reservoir.

Driving tips

One lever for all functions

Driving

Accelerating with lever

Warning lamp

Accelerate slightly:

The warning lamp lights up if the
cruise control has been deactivated
automatically, e.g. by a control intervention of the DSC. A message appears on the
Control Display.

Press the lever up to the resistance point,
arrow 1, until the desired speed is reached.
Accelerate more rapidly:
Press the lever beyond the resistance point,
arrow 1, until the desired speed is reached.
The vehicle accelerates without pressure on
the accelerator pedal. The system stores the
setting and maintains the set speed.

Reducing speed
Repeatedly pull the lever up to the resistance
point or beyond, arrow 2, until the desired
speed is displayed.

Resuming stored speed
Briefly press the button, arrow 4. The stored
speed is resumed and maintained.
With the ignition switched off, the stored speed
value is deleted and cannot be resumed again.

Displays in instrument panel

> Each time the lever is pulled up to the resistance point, the desired speed decreases
by approx. 1 mph or 1 km/h.
> Each time the lever is pulled beyond the
resistance point, the desired speed is
decreased by a maximum of 5 mph or
10 km/h until the minimum speed of
20 mph or 30 km/h is reached.
The system stores the setting and maintains
the set speed.

Deactivating cruise control
Briefly press the lever up or down, arrow 3.
The displays in the speedometer go out.
In addition, the system is automatically deactivated:
> when braking
> when transmission position N is engaged
> when DTC is activated or DSC is deactivated

Stored desired speed

Selected desired speed appears briefly

If --- mph or --- km/h temporarily appears
in the instrument panel display, it is possible that the system prerequisites for operation
are currently not met.<

Malfunction
The warning lamp lights up if the system has failed. A message appears on
the Control Display. Detailed information is provided from page 78.

> when HDC is activated
> when the parking brake is set
> when driving stability control systems intervene
Accelerating does not deactivate the cruise
control. After releasing the accelerator pedal,
the stored speed is reached and maintained
again.

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Retrieving date

To set the date, refer to page 82.

Time, outside temperature, and date

Odometer and trip odometer

Pressing the button upward or downward several times changes the display between clock,
outside temperature, date, and Check Control
messages, refer to page 79.

Knob in the instrument panel
> With ignition switched on
Press button:
Resetting trip odometer
Press the button for approx. 5 seconds:
Displaying service requirements, refer to
page 75
> With ignition switched off
Press button:
Briefly displaying time, outside temperature
and odometer

Outside temperature warning
If the display drops to +377/+36, a signal
sounds and a warning lamp lights up. A message appears on the Control Display. There is
an increased danger of ice.
Even at temperatures above +37 7/
+3 6 ice can form. Therefore, drive carefully, e.g. on bridges and sections of road in the
shade, otherwise there is an increased accident
risk.<

Units of measure

Odometer and trip odometer

To select the respective units of measure, miles
or km for the odometer as well as 7 or6 for
the outside temperature, refer to page 82.

Resetting trip odometer:
Press button 1 in the instrument panel with the
ignition switched on.

The setting is stored for the remote control currently in use.

When vehicle is parked

Time, date, outside temperature
From radio readiness the outside temperature
and the time are displayed.

To briefly display the time, outside temperature
and mileage after the remote control has been
removed from the ignition lock:
Press button 1 in the instrument panel.

Navigation

Knob in the instrument panel

Communications Entertainment

Mobility

Press the button on turn signal lever upward;
the date appears.

Driving tips

Controls

Odometer, outside
temperature display, clock

At a glance

Everything under control

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Reference

Setting the time, refer to page 81.

Everything under control

Tachometer

Energy Control

Displays the current fuel consumption. This
allows you to see whether your current driving
style is conducive to fuel economy with minimum exhaust emissions.

Fuel gauge

Do not operate the engine with the needle in the
red overspeed zone of the gauge, refer to arrow.
At high revs in this range, the flow of fuel is
interrupted to protect the engine.

Coolant temperature
Should the coolant, and with it the engine
become too hot, a warning lamp lights up. In
addition, a message appears on the Control
Display.
Checking coolant level, refer to page 244.

Fuel tank capacity: approx. 22.5 US gal/
85 liters. You will find information on refueling
on page 232.
If the tilt of the vehicle varies for a longer period,
when you are driving in mountainous areas, for
example, the indicator may fluctuate slightly.

Reserve
After the reserve quantity has been reached, a
message briefly appears on the Control Display;
the remaining range is shown in the computer.
Below a range of approx. 30 miles/50 km, the
message remains on the Control Display.
Refuel as soon as possible once your
cruising range falls below 30 miles/
50 km, otherwise engine functions are not
ensured and damage can occur.<

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For different routes

Displays in instrument panel

You can display the average speed and average
consumption for two different routes on the
Control Display, refer to the following and to
Trip computer*.

At a glance

Computer

1. Press the
button.
This opens the start menu.
To display the information, press the BC button
on the turn signal lever.
The following information is displayed in the
specified order:

2. Move the controller to the right to open
"Navigation".
Without navigation system*:
Open "Car Data".
3. Select "Car Data" and press the controller.

> Cruising range

Driving tips

You can also call up the computer via iDrive.
For operating principle refer to page 16.

Controls

Displays on Control Display

> Average speed

Cruising range
Displays the estimated cruising range available
with the remaining fuel. The range is projected
based on the driving style over the last 20 miles/
30 km.
4. Select "Onboard info" and press the controller.

Average speed
Periods with the vehicle parked and the engine
stopped are not included in the calculations of
average speed.
To reset average speed: press the BC button on
the turn signal lever for approx. 2 seconds.
> Estimated time of arrival at destination and
remaining distance:

The average fuel consumption is calculated for
the time during which the engine is running.

> Entering a distance manually in the computer, see below.

To reset average fuel consumption:
Press the BC button on the turn signal lever for
approx. 2 seconds.

> Entering a destination in the navigation
system*, refer to page 138.
> Cruising range

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Mobility

Average fuel consumption

Reference

Refuel as soon as possible once your
cruising range falls below 30 miles/
50 km, otherwise engine functions are not
ensured and damage can occur.<

Communications Entertainment

Navigation

> Average fuel consumption

Everything under control

> Average speed
> Average fuel consumption

4. Select "Trip computer" and press the controller.

Resetting values
You can reset the values for the average speed
and average fuel consumption:
1. Select the respective menu item and press
the controller.
2. To confirm your selection, press the controller again.

Entering a distance manually

> Departure time

1. Select "Distance to dest." and press the
controller.

> Driving time
> Distance traveled
> Average speed
> Average fuel consumption
Starting or stopping the trip computer, or resetting all values:
1. Select "Set" and press the controller.
2. Select the desired menu item.
3. Press the controller.

2. Turn the controller to select the distance to
your destination.

Display options

3. Press the controller to apply the setting.

You can display the computer or the trip computer in the assistance window.

The distance is automatically preset during the
destination guidance of the navigation system*.

1. Move the controller to the right to change to
the assistance window and press the controller.

Trip computer*
The trip computer is suitable, for example, for a
vacation trip.
1. Open the start menu.
2. Open "Navigation".
Without navigation system*:
Open "Car Data".
3. Select "Car Data" and press the controller.

2. Select "Onboard info" or "Trip computer".

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1. With the ignition switched on, press the
button in the instrument panel, refer to
page 71, for approx. 5 seconds until the
service requirements are displayed.
2. Press the knob repeatedly to display the
individual service requirement items.

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At a glance
Navigation
Communications Entertainment

To determine the extent of maintenance
required, you can also display the remaining
distance or the service date individually in the
instrument panel.

Mobility

The remaining driving distance and the date for
the next maintenance are displayed briefly with
the ignition switched on.

Reference

Service requirements

Driving tips

Controls

3. Press the controller.

Everything under control

Displaying service requirements

Button for selecting display

Rear brake pads

Service requirements

Brake fluid

Engine oil

Legally mandated inspections*

Front brake pads

The sequence of the displayed maintenance
items can vary. First the data for the next maintenance are displayed.

Additional information
You can select a display of more detailed information on the maintenance scope on the Control Display. For operating principle refer to
page 16.

5. Change to upper field if necessary. Turn the
controller until "Service requirements" is
selected and press the controller.

1. Open the start menu.
2. Press the controller to open the menu.
3. Select "Info sources" and press the controller.
4. Select "Service Info" and press the controller.

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1. Open the start menu.
2. Press the controller to open the menu.
3. Select "Info sources" and press the controller.

At a glance

6. Select "Status" and press the controller.

7. Select "State inspection" and press the
controller.

You can request more detailed information on
every entry.
Select the entry and press the controller.

8. Select "Set service date" and press the
controller. The month is highlighted.
9. Turn the controller to make the adjustment.
To exit from the menu:
Select the arrow and press the controller.

Symbols
No service is currently required.
The deadline for service or a legally mandated inspection is approaching. Please
arrange a service appointment.
The service deadline has already passed.

10. Press the controller to apply the setting.
The year is highlighted.

Driving tips

6. Select "Status" and press the controller.

Navigation

The display shows a list of selected service and
maintenance procedures, as well as legally
mandated inspections.

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5. Change to upper field if necessary. Turn the
controller until "Service requirements" is
selected and press the controller.

Controls

4. Select "Service Info" and press the controller.

Make sure the date on the Control Display is set
correctly, refer to page 82; otherwise, the effectiveness of CBS Condition Based Service is not
ensured.

To exit the menu:
Select the arrow and press the controller.

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12. Press the controller to apply the setting.
The date entry is stored.

Mobility

11. Turn the controller to make the adjustment.

Entering deadlines for legally
mandated inspections*

Everything under control

Check Control

Explanatory text messages

The concept
The Check Control monitors functions in the
vehicle and issues a message if there is a malfunction in the monitored systems. This kind of
Check Control message consists of indicator
and warning lamps in the instrument panel, and
if necessary an acoustic signal and text messages at the bottom of the Control Display.

Indicator and warning lamps

The indicator and warning lamps can light up in
different combinations and colors.

Text messages at the bottom edge of the Control Display explain the meaning of the displayed indicator and warning lamps.

You can display additional information on most
Check Control messages later, e.g. on the
cause of the malfunction and on corresponding
need for action, see below.
In the case of corresponding urgency, this information is displayed immediately when the
related lamp lights up.
Exit the displayed information:
Select the arrow and press the controller.

means that a Check Control message has
been generated. The symbol continues to be
visible even when the Check Control message
disappears after a short time. The warning
lamps and text messages are stored and can be
displayed later, also refer to page 79.

Hiding Check Control messages

Press the button in the turn signal lever up or
down.

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5. Change to upper field if necessary. Turn the
controller until "Check Control messages"
is selected and press the controller.

At a glance

Some Check Control messages are displayed
until the malfunctions have been rectified. They
cannot be hidden. If a number of malfunctions
occur simultaneously, they are displayed in
succession.

Displaying stored Check Control
messages

Displaying additional information later
iDrive, for operating principle refer to page 16.
1. Press the
button.
This opens the start menu.
2. Press the controller to open the menu.
3. Select "Info sources" and press the controller.
4. Select "Service Info" and press the controller.

Depending on your vehicle's equipment, the
stored Check Control messages are also displayed with the following symbols:
No malfunctions are present in the monitored systems.
Malfunctions are present in the monitored systems. Depending on the malfunction, supplementary information is
shown on the Control Display.

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Indication of malfunction urgency

Mobility

2. Press the button to display additional messages, the time and outside temperature, or
the date.

To exit the display:
Select the arrow and press the controller.

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1. Press the button on the turn signal lever
downward. "CHECK OK" or the stored
Check Control messages appear in the display.
"CHECK OK" is shown if no messages are
present.
Check Control messages are accompanied
by text messages on the Control Display.

Navigation

6. Select a text message and press the controller.

Driving tips

Controls

Other messages are automatically hidden after
approx. 20 seconds, but remain stored.

Everything under control

The symbols also indicate the status of the service requirements display, refer to page 77.

Speed limit
You can enter a speed and a Check Control
message indicates when you have reached this
speed. This enables you, for example, to
receive warnings if you exceed a speed limit in
an urban area.
You are only warned of reaching this speed a
second time if your vehicle speed falls below it
again by at least 3 mph/5 km/h.

Displaying, setting or changing limit

Activating limit
Select "On" and press the controller.
Limit is automatically activated.

Stopwatch
iDrive, for operating principle refer to page 16.
1. Open the start menu.
2. Open "Navigation".
Without navigation system*:
Open "Car Data".
3. Select "Car Data" and press the controller.
4. Select "Stopwatch" and press the controller.

iDrive, for operating principle refer to page 16.
1. Open the start menu.
2. Open "Navigation".
Without navigation system*:
Open "Car Data".
3. Select "Car Data" and press the controller.
4. Select "Limit" and press the controller.

Starting, stopping or resetting
> Select "Start" and press the controller.
The stopwatch starts at the displayed time.
> Select "Reset" and press the controller.
The stopwatch is reset and it restarts if it
was running beforehand.
5. Select the speed value and press the controller.

> Select "Stop" and press the controller.
This stops the timer.

6. Turn the controller to set the limit.

Taking an intermediate time reading

7. Press the controller to apply the setting.
The limit is automatically activated.

Select "Interim time" and press the controller.
The interim time appears below the ongoing
primary stopwatch count.

Applying your current speed as limit

All of the remaining functions remain
available at all times while the stopwatch
is running. The stopwatch continues operation
in the background.<

Select "Select current speed" and press the
controller. The system applies your current
speed as the limit.

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iDrive, for operating principle refer to page 16.

2. Move the controller once to the front if necessary to change to the first field from the
top.

3. Turn the controller until "Time" is selected
and press the controller.
2. Press the controller to open the menu.

4. Turn the controller until "Set time" is
selected and press the controller.

Setting time
1. Turn the controller until "Time / Date" is
selected and press the controller.

Making settings

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Navigation

3. Turn the controller until "Settings" is
selected and press the controller.

Driving tips

Controls

1. Press the
button once or twice until
the start menu appears.

At a glance

Settings on Control Display

The changed time is stored.

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2. Turn the controller to set the minutes and
press the controller.

Mobility

1. Turn the controller to set the hours and
press the controller.

Everything under control

Switching on hour signal*

Brightness of Control Display

You will hear tones just before each full hour.

The brightness is automatically adapted to the
ambient lighting conditions. However, you can
change the basic setting.

Select "Hour memo" and press the controller.
The hour signal is activated.
The setting is stored for the remote control currently in use.

iDrive, for operating principle refer to page 16.
1. Press the
button.
This opens the start menu.

Setting time format

2. Press the controller to open the menu.

1. Select "Time format" and press the controller.

3. Select "Settings" and press the controller.

2. Select the desired format and press the
controller.
The setting is stored for the remote control currently in use.

4. Select "Display settings" and press the
controller.
5. Change to upper field if necessary. Turn the
controller until "Brightness" is selected and
press the controller.

Setting date
1. Select "Date" and press the controller.

6. If necessary, move the controller to the right
to select "Display".
2. Select "Set date" and press the controller.
The first section of the date display is highlighted, in this case the month.
3. Turn the controller to make the adjustment.
4. Press the controller to apply the setting.
The next setting is highlighted.
5. Make the remaining adjustments. After the
last adjustment, the date is stored.

Changing date format
1. Select "Date format" and press the controller.
2. Select the desired format and press the
controller.
The setting is stored for the remote control currently in use.

7. Turn the controller until the desired setting
is selected.
The setting is stored for the remote control currently in use.

Units of measure
You can change the units of measure for consumption, distances, temperature and pressure.
iDrive, for operating principle refer to page 16.
1. Press the
button.
This opens the start menu.
2. Press the controller to open the menu.
3. Select "Settings" and press the controller.
4. Select "Language / Units" and press the
controller.

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On vehicles equipped with a single drive, you
can increase or decrease the volume of the
warning tones, e.g. for the safety belt reminder,
compared to the entertainment sound output.
The warning tones have a specified minimum
and maximum volume that cannot be dropped
below or exceeded.

Language on Control Display
iDrive, for operating principle refer to page 16.
1. Press the
button.
This opens the start menu.
2. Press the controller to open the menu.
3. Select "Settings" and press the controller.
4. Select "Language / Units" and press the
controller.
5. Change to upper field if necessary. Turn the
controller until "Languages" is selected and
press the controller.

At a glance
Navigation

The settings are stored for the remote control
currently in use.

3. Change to the second field from the top if
necessary. Select "Warning tones" and
press the controller.
4. If necessary, change to the right-hand field
and turn the controller.
The setting is applied.

6. Select "Text language" and press the controller. You can change the language of the
text displays.
7. Select and activate the desired language by
pressing the controller.
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7. Select the desired unit of measure and
press the controller.

2. Select "Volume settings" and press the
controller.

Mobility

6. Select the menu item to be set and press
the controller.

1. Select "Tone / Volume" and press the controller.

Controls

Volume of warning tones*

Driving tips

The setting is stored for the remote control currently in use.

Reference

5. Change to upper field if necessary. Turn the
controller until "Units" is selected and press
the controller.

Technology for comfort, convenience and safety

Technology for comfort, convenience and
safety
PDC Park Distance Control*

Manual deactivation
Press the button again; the LED goes out.

The concept
The PDC assists you when you are parking.
Acoustic signals and an optical display* alert
you to the approach of an object from behind
your vehicle. To measure the distance, there
are four ultrasonic sensors in each bumper.
The range of these sensors is approx. 7 ft/2 m.
However, an acoustic warning first sounds for
the sensors at the front and at the two rear corners at approx. 24 in/60 cm, and for the center
rear sensors at approx. 5 ft/1.50 m.
PDC is a parking aid that can indicate
objects when they are approached
slowly, as is usually the case when parking.
Avoid approaching an object at high speed, otherwise the physical circumstances would mean
that the system warning was too late.<

Automatic activation
Whenever the engine is running or the ignition
is on, each time you move the selector lever into
position R, the PDC system is activated after
approx. 1 second.
Wait this short period before driving off.

Manual activation

Automatic deactivation
After driving approx. 165 ft/50 m or at over
approx. 20 mph/30 km/h, the system is
switched off and the LED goes out. You can
reactivate the system manually as needed.

Signal tones
When nearing an object, the position is correspondingly indicated by an interval tone. Thus,
an object detected to the left rear of the vehicle
will be indicated by a signal tone from the left
rear speaker, etc. As the distance between
vehicle and object decreases, the intervals
between the tones become shorter. If the distance to the nearest object falls to below
roughly 1 ft/30 cm, then a continuous tone
sounds.
An intermittent tone is interrupted after approx.
3 seconds:
> if you remain in front of an object that was
only detected by one of the corner sensors
> if you drive parallel to a wall

Adjusting
You can adjust the volume of the warning tones
if the vehicle is equipped with a single drive,
refer to page 83.

Malfunction
The LED in the button flashes and a message
appears on the Control Display. PDC is malfunctioning. Have the system checked.

Press the button, the LED lights up.

To prevent this problem, keep the sensors
clean and free of ice or snow in order to ensure
that they will continue to operate effectively. Do
not spray the sensors with high-pressure cleaners for long periods and maintain a distance of
at least 4 in/10 cm to them.

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If the vehicle is equipped with a rear view camera, refer to Displays on page 88.
iDrive, for operating principle refer to page 16.
1. Press the
button.
This opens the start menu.
2. Press the controller to open the menu.
3. Select "Settings" and press the controller.

At a glance
Controls

You can also have the system show distances
to objects on the Control Display. Objects that
are farther away are already shown there before
a signal tone sounds.
The setting is stored for the remote control currently in use.

6. Turn the controller until "View selection" is
selected and press the controller.

7. Select "PDC in main window only" and
press the controller.
The PDC screen is activated.
The display appears on the Control Display as
soon as PDC is activated.

Driving tips

PDC with visual warning*

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Mobility

5. Change to upper field if necessary. Turn the
controller until "Maneuvering aids" is
selected and press the controller.

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4. Select "Vehicle / Tires" and press the controller.

Even with PDC, final responsibility for
estimating the distance between the
vehicle and any obstructions always remains
with the driver. Even when sensors are provided, there is a blind spot in which objects can
no longer be detected. The system's detection
of objects is also subject to the physical limits
that apply to all forms of ultrasonic measurement, such as those encountered with tow bars
and trailer couplings, thin or wedge-shaped
objects etc. Low objects already displayed, e.g.
the curb, can also disappear from the detection
area of the sensors again before or after a continuous tone already sounds. Higher, protruding objects, e.g. ledges, cannot be detected.
For this reason, drive with care; otherwise, there
is a danger of personal injury or property damage.
Loud sources of sound, inside and outside the
vehicle, could drown out the PDC signal tone.<

Navigation

System limits

Technology for comfort, convenience and safety

Rear view camera*

Switching off

The concept

Automatically

The rear view camera in the liftgate displays the
area behind your vehicle on the Control Display.

When driving forward at over approx. 12 mph/
20 km/h or after driving approx. 164 ft/50 m.

Also check the traffic situation around the
vehicle during parking and maneuvering
with direct vision, as otherwise danger of an
accident could result, for example, from road
users or objects located outside the picture
area of the rear view camera.<

Manually
Press the button again; the LED goes out.

Driver assistance functions

Switching on

The following functions can improve the effect
of the rear view camera depending on the situation.

Automatically

They can only be activated when the tailgate
and liftgate are completely closed.

With the engine running, shift into reverse.
If the image of the Park Distance Control
PDC appears in the Control Display, you
can switch the image to the rear view camera,
refer to Displays on page 88.<

Pathway lines

Manually

To estimate the space required, turn the steering wheel so that the pathway lines guide into
the parking space or the maneuvering area you
have chosen.

The pathway lines are shown in the picture of
the rear view camera. They help you to estimate
the space required when parking and maneuvering on level roads.

Press the button.
PDC is activated at the same time, refer to
page 84.
If the image of the Park Distance Control
PDC appears in the Control Display, you
can switch the image to the rear view camera,
refer to Displays on page 88.<

The pathway lines are dependent on the current
steering angle and are continuously adjusted to
the steering wheel movements.

Turning lines
The static turning lines are displayed in the picture of the rear view camera and show you the
course of the smallest possible turning circle on
level roads.

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You can also adjust the brightness of the camera view.

With rear view camera switched off
1. Press the
button.
This opens the start menu.
2. Turn the steering wheel so that the pathway
lines cover the corresponding turning lines.
This results in a steering wheel position that
makes full use of the smallest possible turning
circle of the vehicle when parking.

Virtual camera panning

2. Press the controller to open the menu.
3. Select "Settings" and press the controller.
4. Select "Vehicle / Tires" and press the controller.
5. Change to upper field if necessary. Turn the
controller until "Maneuvering aids" is
selected and press the controller.

The displayed picture area is dependent on the
current speed:
At low speeds, the camera view is panned
toward the street, and at higher speeds toward
the horizon.
This enables the currently relevant picture area
to be shown enlarged on the Control Display.
To activate the virtual camera panning, select
the camera view "Camera view: full screen",
refer to Displays on page 88.

6. Select "Settings" and press the controller.

Obstacle marking
Spatially shaped markings are shown in the picture of the rear view camera. Their stepped colors correspond to the markings of the Park Distance Control and support you in estimating the
distance to the object shown.

At a glance

2. Select the desired function and press the
controller.

Controls

iDrive, for operating principle refer to page 16.

Driving tips

1. Press the controller.

Navigation

With rear view camera switched on

1. Position the vehicle so that the turning lines
guide within the limits of the parking space.

Communications Entertainment

Using pathway and turning lines

The driver assistance functions can be active at
the same time. The zoom function for trailer
towing can only be activated individually with
the rear view camera switched on.

7. Select the desired functions and press the
controller.
The settings are stored for the remote control
currently in use.

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Activating driver assistance functions

Mobility

The obstacle marking is deactivated when driving in reverse from approx. 12 mph/20 km/h.

Technology for comfort, convenience and safety

Displays

1. Press the controller.

You can have the picture from the rear view
camera displayed in several formats and in
combination with the PDC Park Distance Control, refer to page 85.
In addition, you also have the option of displaying only the PDC Park Distance Control.

2. Turn the controller until "Brightness" is
selected and press the controller.
3. Set the desired brightness.

Cleaning rear view camera

> "Camera picture and PDC"
The rear view camera picture is shown in
the main window of the Control Display.
> "Camera view: full screen"
The picture of the rear view camera is
shown on the entire Control Display.
> "Camera view: main window"
The picture of the rear view camera is
shown in the main window of the Control
Display.

The lens of the rear view camera is located on
the liftgate.

> "PDC in main window only"
PDC is shown in the main window of the
Control Display.

The picture quality of the rear view camera may
be impaired by dirt. Clean the lens with a moist,
non-abrasive cloth.

Selecting displays

The lens is automatically heated in case of frost.

1. Select "Maneuvering aids" and press the
controller, refer to Driver assistance functions.
2. Turn the controller until "View selection" is
selected and press the controller.

Driving stability control
systems
Your BMW is equipped with an extended array
of systems designed to enhance and maintain
vehicle stability under extreme conditions.

ABS Antilock Brake System
ABS prevents locking of the wheels during
braking. Safe steering response is maintained
even during full braking. Active safety is thus
increased.

3. Select the desired display and press the
controller.
The setting is stored for the remote control currently in use.

Setting brightness
You can set the brightness of the camera view
with the rear view camera switched on.
iDrive, for operating principle refer to page 16.

ABS is operational every time you start the
engine. Braking safely, refer to page 129.

CBC Cornering Brake Control
When braking during curves or when braking
during a lane change, driving stability and steering response are improved further.

Electronic brake-force distribution
The system controls the brake pressure in the
rear wheels to ensure stable braking behavior.

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DSC prevents traction loss in the driving wheels
when starting off and accelerating. The system
also identifies unstable driving conditions, such
as a loss of traction at the rear of the vehicle or
sliding of the vehicle in its front wheels. In these
cases, DSC helps the vehicle maintain a safe
course within physical limits by reducing engine
output and through braking actions in the individual wheels.
The laws of physics cannot be repealed,
even with DSC. An appropriate driving
style remains the responsibility of the driver.
Therefore, do not restrict the additional safety
margin with a risky driving style, as otherwise
there is a risk of an accident.<

Deactivating DSC

The indicator lamp flashes:
DSC controls the drive forces and
brake forces.
The indicator lamps light up:
DSC is deactivated.

DTC Dynamic Traction Control
DTC is a version of DSC in which the drive output is optimized for particular road conditions,
e.g. unplowed snow-covered roads. The system assures the maximal drive output, but with
reduced driving stability. It is therefore necessary to drive with appropriate caution.
You may find it useful to briefly activate DTC
under the following special circumstances:
> When driving in sand, on snowy inclines, in
slush or on unplowed, snow-covered road
surfaces
> When rocking a stuck vehicle free or starting off in deep snow, sand or on loose
ground
> When driving with snow chains*

Activating DTC

A message appears on the Control Display.
Please note any supplementary information
that appears there.

At a glance
Mobility

Press the button until the DSC indicator lamp in
the instrument panel lights up, but not longer
than approx. 10 seconds. DTC Dynamic Traction Control and DSC are deactivated together.
Stabilizing interventions are now not carried
out.

Controls

For better control

Driving tips

DSC Dynamic Stability Control

Press the button; the indicator lamp in the
instrument panel goes out.

Navigation

Do not reduce the pressure on the brake pedal
for the duration of the full braking.

Activating DSC

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When you apply the brakes rapidly, this system
automatically produces the maximum braking
force boost and thus helps to achieve the shortest possible braking distance during full braking. This system exploits all of the benefits provided by ABS.

To increase vehicle stability, activate DSC again
as soon as possible.

Press the button briefly; the DTC indicator lamp
in the instrument panel lights up.

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Brake assistant

Technology for comfort, convenience and safety

For better control
The indicator lamp flashes:
DTC controls the drive forces and
brake forces.
The indicator lamps light up:
DTC is activated.

You can specify a target speed within the same
range by using the lever of the cruise control.
With downhill grade over 10Ξ you can reduce
the speed to approx. 3 mph/4 km/h. Pull the
lever of the cruise control beyond the resistance point, arrow 3.

Deactivating DTC
Press the button again; the DTC indicator lamp
in the instrument panel goes out.

xDrive
xDrive is the 4-wheel drive system of your X5.
The combined effects of xDrive and DSC further optimize the traction and dynamic driving
characteristics. The 4-wheel drive system
xDrive variably distributes the drive forces to
the front and rear axle depending on the driving
situation and prevailing road conditions.

HDC Hill Descent Control

Increasing speed

Pull to the resistance point:
Reduce speed to approx. 4 mph/6 km/h

Pull beyond the resistance point:
With downhill grade over 10Ξ, reduce
speed to approx. 3 mph/4 km/h.

Activating HDC

The concept
HDC is a system for driving downhill in steep
terrain. This system reduces vehicle speed on
steep downhill gradients, thus allowing you to
maintain even better control of your BMW
under these conditions. The vehicle moves at
approximately walking speed without active
intervention from the driver.
HDC is available for activation at vehicle speeds
below approx. 22 mph/35 km/h. When driving
down steep hills with a speed below approx.
22 mph/35 km/h, the vehicle reduces speed
automatically down to approximately walking
speed, approx. 5 mph/8 km/h, and then maintains this speed at a constant.
Only use HDC in transmission positions D or R.

Increasing or reducing speed
You can use the accelerator or brakes to vary
this automatically controlled speed within a
range extending from approx. 4 mph/6 km/h to
15 mph/25 km/h.

Press the button; the LED lights up.
The HDC display is shown in the instrument
panel.
The LED flashes when the brakes are applied
automatically.

Deactivating HDC
Press the button again. The LED and the HDC
display go out.
HDC is also deactivated at speeds over approx.
37 mph/60 km/h.

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HDC display

Malfunction
HDC is temporarily unavailable in the following
situations due to a high brake temperature:
> The LED in the button and the display HDC
go out during HDC operation.
> The LED in the button and the HDC display
do not light up when the button is pressed.

Press the button.
The system switches between the two chassis
and suspension tuning settings.

Malfunction of driving stability control
systems

> Sport:
The LED in the button lights up and SPORT
is displayed in the instrument panel.

When driving on poor roads, avoid using
full throttle or pressing the accelerator
beyond the kick-down point and also avoid
heavy braking. Otherwise, the drive train may be
damaged or accidents can occur.<

Adaptive Drive*
The concept
Adaptive Drive reduces the body roll which
occurs when cornering quickly or during fast
evasive maneuvers. In addition, Adaptive Drive
also reduces the steering angle requirement,
improves the running comfort and increases
the dynamic driving characteristics of your X5.

Chassis and suspension tuning
You can choose between two types of chassis
and suspension tuning.

> Normal:
The LED in the button goes out.
The selection of the chassis and suspension
tuning setting is stored for the remote control
currently in use.

Starting assistant
The starting assistant enables you to start off
conveniently on slopes. The parking brake is
not required for this purpose.
1. Hold the vehicle with the footbrake.

Navigation

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Display for target speed

2. Release the footbrake and immediately
drive off quickly.
The starting assistant holds the vehicle
for approx. 2 seconds after releasing the
footbrake. Depending on the load, the vehicle
may also roll back slightly during this time.
After releasing the footbrake, immediately start
quickly, otherwise the starting assistant no

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Driving tips

Selecting chassis and suspension
tuning

At a glance

> Sport:
The sporty basic setting offers increased
driving agility.

Controls

> Normal:
The comfortable basic setting offers optimum comfort when traveling.

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Displays* in instrument panel

Technology for comfort, convenience and safety

longer holds the vehicle after approx. 2 seconds
and it begins to roll back.<

The initialization must be repeated after
each time the tire inflation pressure is corrected and after every tire or wheel change.<

Self-leveling suspension*

System limits

Malfunction
The warning lamp for self-leveling
suspension lights up yellow and a
message is shown on the Control
Display. A malfunction has occurred in the selfleveling suspension. Stop and check the vehicle. If it is considerably lower at the rear than at
the front, and possibly also on one side – rear
left compared to rear right –, proceed to the
nearest BMW Sports Activity Vehicle Center or
a workshop that works according to BMW
repair procedures with correspondingly trained
personnel. Drive with appropriate caution in the
meantime. The vehicle has reduced ground
clearance and driving comfort may be noticeably reduced. Even if the orientation of the vehicle is normal, when a malfunction is indicated
on the display, you should proceed to the nearest BMW Sports Activity Vehicle Center or a
workshop that works according to BMW guidelines and uses appropriately trained personnel.

FTM Flat Tire Monitor*
The concept
The Flat Tire Monitor detects a pressure loss in
one tire by comparing the speeds of the individual wheels during driving.

The Flat Tire Monitor cannot indicate
sudden severe tire damage caused by
outside factors and does not detect a natural,
even pressure drop in all four tires.<
In the following situations, the system could be
delayed or malfunction:
> System has not been initialized
> Driving on snowy or slippery road surface
> Sporty driving style: slip in the drive wheels,
high lateral acceleration
> Driving with snow chains*
When you are driving with the compact wheel*
the Flat Tire Monitor is unable to function.

Initializing system
The initialization finishes during driving,
which can be interrupted at any time.
When driving resumes, the initialization is continued automatically. Do not initialize the system when driving with snow chains* or with the
compact wheel*.<
iDrive, for operating principle refer to page 16.
1. Press the
button.
This opens the start menu.
2. Press the controller to open the menu.
3. Select "Settings" and press the controller.

In the event of a pressure loss, there is a change
in the rolling circumference and therefore the
rotation speed of the corresponding wheel. The
system detects this change and reports it as a
flat tire.

Function requirements
In order to assure the reliable reporting of a flat
tire, the system must be initialized for the correct tire inflation pressure.

4. Select "Vehicle / Tires" and press the controller.

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If the vehicle is not equipped with runflat tires as provided at the factory,
refer to page 239, do not continue driving.
Continuing to drive with a flat tire could
cause severe accidents.<

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5. Change to upper field if necessary. Turn the
controller until "FTM" is selected and press
the controller.

> With a medium load:
2 persons, cargo bay full, or
4 persons without luggage:
approx. 95 miles/150 km
> With a full load:
4 or more persons, cargo bay full:
approx. 30 miles/50 km
9. Start to drive.
The initialization finishes during driving.

Indication of a flat tire
The warning lamp lights up red. A
message appears on the Control Display. In addition, an acoustic signal
sounds. There is a flat tire or extensive inflation
pressure loss.
If you have deactivated DSC, it will be activated
automatically.
1. Cautiously reduce speed to below 50 mph/
80 km/h. Avoid sudden braking and steering maneuvers. Do not exceed a speed of
50 mph/80 km/h.
In case of further air loss of the defective
wheel, its position will be indicated to you
on the Control Display.

Drive cautiously and do not exceed
speeds of 50 mph/80 km/h or else you
run the risk of causing an accident. In the event
of pressure loss, vehicle handling changes. This
includes reduced tracking stability in braking,
extended braking distance and altered natural
steering characteristics.
If unusual vibrations or loud noises occur while
the vehicle is being driven, this can indicate final
failure of the damaged tire. Reduce speed and
stop at a suitable location as soon as possible,
otherwise pieces of the tire could become
detached and cause an accident. Do not continue driving, but instead contact the BMW
Sports Activity Vehicle Center.<

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> With a light load:
1 to 2 persons without luggage:
approx. 155 miles/250 km

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8. Select "Yes" and press the controller. The
message "resetting FTM …" is displayed.

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7. Select "Reset" and press the controller.

3. In the event of complete tire pressure loss,
0 psi/0 kPa, you can estimate the possible
distance for continued driving on the basis
of the following guide values:

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6. Start the engine, but do not start driving.

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If the tire inflation pressure in all four
tires is correct, the Flat Tire Monitor
may not have been initialized. The system
must then be initialized.<

Controls

2. At the next opportunity, check the air pressure in all four tires.

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TPM Tire Pressure Monitor*

One wheel is yellow

The concept

Flat tire or a major drop in inflation pressure in
the indicated tire. A message appears on the
Control Display.

TPM checks the tire inflation pressure in the
four mounted tires. The system reports when
the tire inflation pressure has dropped considerably in one or several tires.

Function requirements
In order to assure the reliable reporting of a flat
tire, the system must have been reset with the
correct tire inflation pressure.
Always use wheels with TPM electronics, otherwise fault-free operation of the system is not
ensured.
Reset the system again after each correction of the tire inflation pressure and after
every tire or wheel change.<

System limits
TPM cannot announce sudden serious
tire damage caused by external influences.<
The system does not function properly if it has
not been reset, e.g. a flat tire is reported despite
correct tire inflation pressures.
The system is inactive and cannot display a flat
tire if a wheel has been mounted without TPM
electronics, e.g. a compact wheel*, or if TPM is
temporarily interfered with by other systems or
devices which use the same radio frequency.

All wheels are yellow
Flat tire or a major drop in inflation pressure in
several tires. A message appears on the Control
Display.

Gray
The system cannot detect a flat tire.
Reasons for this can be:
> TPM is being reset
> Temporary interference due to systems or
devices which use the same radio frequency
> Malfunction

Resetting system
Reset the system again after each correction of the tire inflation pressure and after
every tire or wheel change.<
Resetting finishes during driving, which can be
interrupted at any time. When driving resumes,
resetting is continued automatically. Do not
reset the system when driving with a compact
wheel*.
iDrive, for operating principle refer to page 16.
1. Press the
button.
This opens the start menu.

Status display on Control Display

2. Press the controller to open the menu.

The tire and system status is indicated by the
color of the tires.

3. Select "Settings" and press the controller.

TPM takes the fact that the tire pressure
changes during driving into account. A correction is only required if requested by TPM with
the color.

Green
The tire pressure matches the learned set state.
"TPM active" is displayed on the Control Display.

4. Select "Vehicle / Tires" and press the controller.

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8. Select "Yes" and press the controller.

> With a light load:
1 to 2 persons without luggage:
approx. 155 miles/250 km
> With a medium load:
2 persons, cargo bay full, or
4 persons without luggage:
approx. 95 miles/150 km
> With a full load:
4 or more persons, cargo bay full:
approx. 30 miles/50 km

9. Start to drive.
The tires are shown in gray and "Resetting
TPM..." is displayed.
After a few minutes of driving, the set tire inflation pressures in the tires are applied as the set
values to be monitored. Resetting finishes during driving. The tires are shown in green on the
Control Display.
If a flat tire is detected during resetting
and applying the tire inflation pressures,
all tires are shown in yellow on the Control Display. The message "Tire low!" is displayed.<

Message with low tire inflation
pressure
The warning lamp lights up yellow. A
message appears on the Control Display. In addition, an acoustic signal
sounds. There is a flat tire or extensive inflation
pressure loss.

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7. Select "Reset" and press the controller.

Malfunction
The yellow warning lamp flashes and
then lights up continuously. The tires
are shown in gray on the Control Display and a message is displayed. No flat tire can
be detected.

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6. Start the engine, but do not start driving.

2. In the event of complete tire pressure loss,
0 psi/0 kPa, you can estimate the possible
distance for continued driving on the basis
of the following guide values:

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If the vehicle is not equipped with runflat tires as provided at the factory,
refer to page 239, do not continue driving.
Continuing to drive with a flat tire could
cause severe accidents.<

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1. Cautiously reduce speed to below 50 mph/
80 km/h. Avoid sudden braking and steering maneuvers. Do not exceed a speed of
50 mph/80 km/h.

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5. Change to upper field if necessary. Turn the
controller until "TPM" is selected and press
the controller.

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A message like this is displayed in the following
situations:
> In case of a malfunction:
Have the system checked
> If a wheel without TPM electronics is
mounted, e.g. a compact wheel*
> If TPM is temporarily interfered with by
other systems or devices which use the
same radio frequency

Explanation according to the NHTSA/
FMVSS 138 Tire Pressure Monitoring
Systems
Each tire, including the spare*, should be
checked monthly when cold and inflated to the
inflation pressure recommended by the vehicle
manufacturer on the vehicle placard or tire inflation pressure label. If your vehicle has tires of a
different size than the size indicated on the
vehicle placard or tire inflation pressure label,
you should determine the proper tire inflation
pressure for those tires. As an added safety feature, your vehicle has been equipped with a tire
pressure monitoring system, TPMS, that illuminates a low tire pressure telltale when one or
more of your tires are significantly underinflated. Accordingly, when the low tire pressure telltale illuminates, you should stop and
check your tires as soon as possible, and inflate
them to the proper pressure. Driving on a significantly underinflated tire causes the tire to overheat and can lead to tire failure. Under-inflation
also reduces fuel efficiency and tire tread life,
and may affect the vehicle's handling and stopping ability. Please note that the TPMS is not a
substitute for proper tire maintenance, and it is
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.
The TPMS malfunction indicator is combined
with the low tire pressure telltale. When the system detects a malfunction, the telltale will flash
for approximately one minute and then remain
continuously illuminated. This sequence will
continue upon subsequent vehicle startups as
long as the malfunction exists. When the mal-

function indicator is illuminated, the system
may not be able to detect or signal low tire pressure as intended. TPMS malfunctions may
occur for a variety of reasons, including the
installation of replacement or alternate tires or
wheels on the vehicle that prevent the TPMS
from functioning properly. Always check the
TPMS malfunction telltale after replacing one or
more tires or wheels on your vehicle to ensure
that the replacement or alternate tires and
wheels allow the TPMS to continue to function
properly.

Active steering*
The concept
The active steering actively varies the steering
angle of the front wheels in relation to the steering wheel movements. In addition, it also varies
the steering force required for steering depending on the vehicle's speed.
When you are driving in the low road speed
range, e.g. in a town or when parking, the steering angle increases, i.e. the steering becomes
very direct. In the higher speed range, on the
other hand, the steering angle is reduced more
and more. This improves the handling capability
of your BMW over the entire speed range.
In critical situations, the system can make targeted corrections to the steering angle provided by the driver and thus stabilize the vehicle
before the driver intervenes.

Malfunction
The warning lamp lights up yellow
and a message is shown on the Control Display. The active steering is no
longer operational. At low speeds,
greater steering wheel movements are
required, whereas at higher speeds, the vehicle
reacts more sensitively to steering wheel movements. The stability-promoting intervention
can also be deactivated. Proceed cautiously
and drive defensively. Have the system
checked.

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Controls

Brake force display

On the left: normal braking.
Driving tips

On the right: heavy braking.

Front airbags

Head airbags

Side airbags in backrests

Protective action
To ensure that the safety systems continue to provide optimized protection,
please observe the adjustment instructions on
page 42.<
The front airbags help protect the driver and
front passenger by responding to frontal
impacts in which safety belts alone cannot provide adequate restraint. When needed, the
head and side airbags help provide protection in
the event of side impact. The relevant side airbag supports the side upper body area. The
head air bag supports the head.

Do not apply adhesive materials to the
cover panels of the airbags, cover them or
modify them in any other way. Do not attempt to
remove the airbag restraint system from the
vehicle. Do not modify or tamper with either the
wiring or the individual components in the airbag system. This category includes the upholstery in the center of the steering wheel, on the
instrument panel, the doors and the roof pillars
along with the sides of the headliner. Do not
attempt to remove or dismantle the steering
wheel. Do not touch the individual components
immediately after the system has been triggered, because there is a danger of burns.
In the event of malfunctions, deactivation, or
triggering of the airbag restraint system, have
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The airbags are deliberately not triggered in
every impact situation, e.g. less severe accidents or rear-end collisions.

Reference

The following airbags are located under the
marked covers:

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Airbags

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Activity Vehicle Center or a workshop that
works according to BMW repair procedures
with correspondingly trained personnel and has
the required explosives licenses. Otherwise
unprofessional attempts to service the system
could lead to failure in an emergency or undesired airbag triggering, either of which could
result in personal injury.<

Operating state of front passenger
airbags

Warnings and information on the airbags is also
provided on the sun visors.

Automatic deactivation of front
passenger airbags
The occupation of the seat is detected by evaluating the impression on the occupied seat surface of the front passenger seat. The front and
side airbags on the front passenger side are
activated or deactivated accordingly by the system.
The current status of the front passenger
airbag, i.e. deactivated or activated, is
indicated by the indicator lamp over the interior
rearview mirror, refer to Operating state of front
passenger airbags in the following.<
Before transporting a child on the front
passenger seat, read the safety information and follow the instructions under Transporting children safely, refer to page 55.
When teenagers and adults assume certain sitting positions, this can cause the front and side
airbags to deactivate. The indicator lamp for the
front passenger airbags lights up when this
occurs. In these cases, change the sitting position so that the front passenger airbags are activated and the indicator lamp goes out. If the
desired status cannot be produced by changing
the sitting position, transport the corresponding person on the rear seat. Do not fit seat covers, seat cushion padding, ball mats or other
items onto the front passenger seat unless they
are specifically recommended by BMW. Do not
lay objects under the seat which could press
against the seat from below. Otherwise a correct evaluation of the occupied seat surface
cannot be ensured.<

Depending on the vehicle's equipment, the
arrangement of the switches and indicator
lamps may differ somewhat.
The indicator lamp for the front passenger airbags indicates the operating status of the front
and side airbags on the front passenger side
depending on the seat occupation. The indicator lamp shows whether the front passenger
airbags are activated or deactivated.
> The indicator lamp lights up when a child in
a child restraint system intended for the
purpose is properly detected on the seat.
The front and side airbags on the front passenger side are not activated.
Most child's seats are detected by the
system. Especially the child's seats
required by the NHTSA at the time the vehicle is manufactured. After installing a child's
seat, make sure that the indicator lamp for
the front passenger airbags lights up. This
indicates that the child's seat has been
detected and the front passenger airbags
are not activated.<
> The indicator lamp does not light up when,
for example, a correctly seated person of
sufficient height is detected on the seat.
The front and side airbags on the front passenger side are activated.
> The indicator lamp does not light up when
the seat is empty.
However, the front and side airbags on the
front passenger side are not activated.

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Controls

Operational readiness of airbag system

> Warning lamp does not light up from radio
readiness.
> Warning lamp lights up continuously.
Have the airbag system checked immediately in case of a malfunction, otherwise
there is a danger that the airbag system may not
respond in the expected manner in an accident
despite an impact of corresponding intensity.<

Switching on/off
Press the button.

Head-Up Display*
The concept
With the Head-Up Display important information is projected into the driver's field of view,
e.g. navigation instructions. This enables you to
take in this information without looking away
from the road.

Navigation information or Check Control
messages

Cruise control

Speed

Selecting displays

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Airbag system malfunction

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Driving tips

From radio readiness, refer to page 59, the
warning lamp lights up briefly, indicating the
operational readiness of the entire airbag system and the safety belt tensioners.

2. Press the controller to open the menu.
3. Select "Settings" and press the controller.
4. Select "Display settings" and press the
controller.

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1. Press the
button.
This opens the start menu.

Mobility

iDrive, for operating principle refer to page 16.

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5. Change to upper field if necessary. Turn the
controller until "Head-Up Display" is
selected and press the controller.

6. Change into the second field from the top.
Turn the controller until "Brightness / Position" is selected and press the controller.

6. Change into the second field from the top.
Turn the controller until "Head-Up Display"
is selected and press the controller.
7. Select desired information of Head-Up Display.

7. If necessary, move the controller to the left
or right to select "Brightness" or "Display
position".
8. Turn the controller until the desired setting
is selected.
8. Press the controller.
The information is shown on the HeadUp Display.

The setting is stored for the remote control currently in use.

The settings are stored for the remote control
currently in use.

Notes

Adjusting brightness and height of
display

> Sunglasses with certain polarization filters

The brightness of the display is automatically
adapted to the ambient lighting conditions.
However, you can change the base setting.
With the low beams switched on, the brightness
can also be adjusted with the knurled wheel of
the instrument lighting.
iDrive, for operating principle refer to page 16.
1. Press the
button.
This opens the start menu.
2. Press the controller to open the menu.
3. Select "Settings" and press the controller.
4. Select "Display settings" and press the
controller.
5. Change to upper field if necessary. Turn the
controller until "Head-Up Display" is
selected and press the controller.

The visibility of the displays in the Head-Up Display is influenced by:
> Certain sitting positions
> Objects on the cover of the Head-Up Display
> Wet road surface and unfavorable lighting
conditions
If the image is distorted, have the basic setting
checked at a BMW Sports Activity Vehicle Center.

Special windshield
The windshield is part of the system. The shape
of the windshield complies with the requirements of the Head-Up Display to enable a precise display. A film in the windshield prevents
the double images from being displayed.
Windshield replacement should be carried out
by a BMW Sports Activity Vehicle Center or a
workshop that works according to BMW repair
procedures with correspondingly trained personnel.

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Only clean the cover of the Head-Up Display with a soft, lint-free cloth or with a
display cleaning cloth, otherwise damage may
result.<

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You can find everything you need to know on
this topic by consulting the separate Caring for
your vehicle brochure.

Controls

Care instructions

Lamps

Lamps
Parking lamps/low beams

Lights off and daytime running lamps*

Parking lamps and daytime running lamps*

Low beams and welcome lamps

Automatic headlamp control*, daytime running lamps*, welcome lamps and Adaptive
Head Light*

If you open the driver's door with the ignition
switched off, the exterior lighting is automatically switched off when the light switch is in
position 0, 2 or 3.
If necessary, switch on the parking lamps,
switch position 1.

Parking lamps
In switch position 1, the front, rear and side
vehicle lighting is switched on. You can use the
parking lamps for parking.
The parking lamps drain the battery. Do
not leave them switched on for long periods of time, otherwise it may no longer be possible to start the engine. It is better to switch on
the roadside parking lamps on one side, refer to
page 104.<

Low beams
The low beams light up when the light switch is
in position 2 and the ignition is on.

Automatic headlamp control*
In switch position 3, the system activates the
low beams and switches them on or off in
response to changes in ambient light conditions, for instance, in a tunnel, at dawn and dusk
and in case of precipitation. Adaptive Head
Light* is active. The LED next to the symbol
lights up when the low beams are on. You can
activate the daytime running lamps, refer to
page 103. In the situations named above, the
system then automatically switches over to the
low beams.
A blue sky with the sun low on the horizon can
cause the lights to be switched on.
The low beams remain switched on independent of the ambient lighting conditions when you switch on the fog lamps*.<
The automatic headlamp control cannot
serve as a substitute for your personal
judgment in determining when the lamps
should be switched on in response to ambient
lighting conditions. For example, the sensors
cannot detect fog or hazy weather. To avoid
safety risks, you should always switch on the
low beams manually under these conditions.<

Welcome lamps
If, when parking the vehicle, you leave the light
switch in position 2 or 3, the parking lamps and
the interior lamps light up briefly when the vehicle is unlocked.

Activating/deactivating welcome
lamps
iDrive, for operating principle refer to page 16.
1. Press the
button.
This opens the start menu.
2. Press the controller to open the menu.
3. Select "Settings" and press the controller.
4. Select "Vehicle / Tires" and press the controller.

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6. Select "Pathway lighting" and press the
controller.
7. Turn the controller to select the desired
duration.

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5. Change to upper field if necessary. Turn the
controller until "Lighting" is selected and
press the controller.

The welcome lamps are switched on.
The setting is stored for the remote control currently in use.

Pathway lighting
When you activate the headlamp flasher after
parking the vehicle and switching off the lamps,
the low beams will come on for a brief period.
You can set the duration or deactivate the function via iDrive.
iDrive, for operating principle refer to page 16.
1. Press the
button.
This opens the start menu.

Activating/deactivating daytime
running lamps*
iDrive, for operating principle refer to page 16.
1. Press the
button.
This opens the start menu.
2. Press the controller to open the menu.
3. Select "Settings" and press the controller.
4. Select "Vehicle / Tires" and press the controller.
5. Change to upper field if necessary. Turn the
controller until "Lighting" is selected and
press the controller.

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6. Select "Welcome light" and press the controller.

The daytime running lamps light up in position 0, 1 and 3. If the light switch remains in
position 1, the parking lamps light up after the
ignition is switched off.

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Daytime running lamps*

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The setting is stored for the remote control currently in use.

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8. Press the controller to apply the setting.

The setting is stored for the remote control currently in use.

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Daytime running lamps are switched
on.

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6. Select "Daytime running lamps" and press
the controller.

Lamps

Adaptive Head Light*
The concept

High beams/
roadside parking lamps

Adaptive Head Light is a variable headlamp
control system that enables better illumination
of the road surface. Depending on the steering
angle and other parameters, the light from the
headlamp follows the course of the road.
In tight curves, e.g. serpentines, or when turning, one of the two front fog lamps is also
switched on up to a speed of approx. 45 mph/
70 km/h. This provides improved illumination of
the area inside the curve.

Activating Adaptive Head Light
With the ignition switched on, turn the light
switch into the automatic headlamp control
position, refer to page 102.
The turning lamps are automatically switched
on depending on the steering angle or the use
of turn signals.
To avoid blinding oncoming traffic, the Adaptive
Head Light directs light towards the front passenger side when the vehicle is at a standstill.
When driving in reverse, both turning lamps are
active.

Malfunction
The LED next to the symbol for automatic headlamp control flashes. Adaptive Head Light is
malfunctioning or has failed. Have the system
checked as soon as possible.

High beams

Headlamp flasher

Roadside parking lamps

Roadside parking lamps, left or right*
You also enjoy the option of lighting up just one
side of your vehicle when parking.

Switching on
After parking the vehicle, press the lever up or
down beyond the resistance point, arrow 3.
The roadside parking lamps drain the battery. Do not leave them switched on for
long periods of time, otherwise it may no longer
be possible to start the engine.<

Switching off
Briefly press the lever in the opposite direction
up to the resistance point, arrow 3.

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With the courtesy lamps, LED lights are located
in the door handles to illuminate the exterior
area before the doors.

Switching interior lamps on and off
manually

Instrument lighting

Press the button.
If the interior lamps, footwell lamps, door entry
lighting and courtesy lamps are to remain
switched off continually, press the button for
approx. 3 seconds.

You can control the lighting intensity by using
the knurled wheel.

Reading lamps

Reading lamps are provided in the front and
rear* adjacent to the interior lamps. Press the
button to switch the lamps on and off.

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If the automatic headlamp control is activated, the low beams will come on automatically when you switch on the fog lamps.<

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The parking lamps or low beams must be
switched on for the fog lamps to operate.
The green indicator lamp in the instrument
panel lights up whenever the fog lamps are on.

To protect the battery, all lamps in the
vehicle are switched off approx. 15 minutes after radio readiness is switched off, refer
to Start/Stop button on page 59.<

Controls

The interior lamps, footwell lamps*, door entry
lighting*, cargo bay lamps, and the courtesy
lamps* are controlled automatically.

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Interior lamps

Reference

Fog lamps*

Climate

Air toward the windshield and side windows

Air for the upper body region, refer to
Front ventilation on page 110

Air to footwell

Automatic climate control

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Temperature, left side of passenger compartment

10 Manual air volume, switching off automatic
climate control, residual heat

AUTO program

11 Rear window defroster

Temperature, right side of passenger compartment

12 Defrosting windows and removing condensation

Maximum cooling

Seat heating and ventilation, front passenger side 50

13 Air grill for interior temperature sensor –
please keep clear and unobstructed

Manual air distribution, front passenger side

Switching cooling function on and off manually

A congenial climate
The AUTO program offers the optimum air distribution and air volume for virtually all conditions, refer to AUTO program below. Now you
only need to select an interior temperature
pleasant to you.
The following sections contain more detailed
information on the available setting options.
Most settings are stored for the remote control
currently in use, also refer to Personal Profile
settings on page 28.

AUTO program
The AUTO program handles the
adjustment of air volume and air
distribution to the windshield and
side windows, in the direction of
the upper body and in the footwell.
It also adapts your instructions for the temperature to outside influences throughout the year.

14 Manual air distribution, driver's side
The current setting for manual air distribution is
displayed on the Control Display.

The cooling is switched on automatically with
the AUTO program. At the same time, a condensation sensor controls the program in such
a way that window condensation is prevented
as much as possible.

Intensity of AUTO program
You can adjust the intensity of the AUTO program by repeatedly pressing the AUTO button.
The respective current setting is displayed
when the button on the display of the automatic
climate control is pressed.
You can also adjust the intensity of the AUTO
program via iDrive.
iDrive, for operating principle refer to page 16.
1. Press the
button.
This opens the start menu.
2. Move the controller to the left to open "Climate".

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AUC Automatic recirculated-air control/
recirculated-air mode

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Seat heating and ventilation, driver's
side 50

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Controls

Automatic climate control

Climate

3. Select "Automatic programs" and press the
controller.

4. Select the driver's or front passenger side
if necessary. Move the controller to the right
or left repeatedly until the driver's or front
passenger side is selected.
5. Move the controller to select the field.
6. Turn the controller to adjust the temperature.

4. Select the desired intensity and press the
controller.
The selected intensity level of the automatic program is switched on.

Temperature
Set the desired temperature individually on the driver's and front
passenger side.
The automatic climate control
adjusts this temperature as quickly as possible
at any time of year, if necessary with the maximum cooling or heating capacity, and then
keeps it constant.
In the highest setting you activate the maximum
heating capacity, regardless of the outside temperature. And in the lowest setting, the maximum cooling capacity.
When switching between different temperature settings in rapid succession, the
automatic climate control does not have sufficient time to adjust the set temperature.<

Adjusting temperature in upper body
region
1. Press the
button.
This opens the start menu.
2. Move the controller to the left to open "Climate".
3. Select "Vent settings" and press the controller.

Defrosting windows and removing
condensation
Quickly remove ice and condensation from the windshield and front
side windows.
To do this, also switch on the cooling function.

Rear window defroster
The rear window defroster
switches off automatically after a
while. Depending on the vehicle
equipment, upper wires are used
as an antenna and are not part of the rear window defroster.

Air volume, manual
You can vary the air volume by
pressing on the corresponding
side. You can reactivate the automatic mode for the air volume with the AUTO
button.

Air distribution, manual
You can route the air flowing out into the vehicle
interior via various programs, separately for the
driver's and passenger's side.
> Upper body region
> Upper body region and footwell
> Footwell

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Press the button repeatedly until
the desired program is shown on
the Control Display.

Adjusting air distribution individually –
individual program
The settings are stored in this program.
iDrive, for operating principle refer to page 16.
1. Press the
button.
This opens the start menu.
2. Move the controller to the left to open "Climate".
3. Select "Vent settings" and press the controller.
The driver's and front passenger side can
be adjusted separately with the fields on the
right or left side.
4. Select the driver's or front passenger side
if necessary.
Move the controller to the right or left
repeatedly until the driver's or front passenger side is selected.
5. Select the desired field by moving the controller.
6. Turn the controller to adjust the air distribution.

The automatic mode for the air volume remains
effective with manual air distribution.

Switching cooling function on and off
The cooling function cools and
dehumidifies the incoming air
before also reheating it as
required, according to the temperature setting.
This function is only available when the engine
is running.
The cooling function helps to avoid condensation on the window surfaces or to quickly
remove them.
Depending on the weather, the windshield may
fog over briefly when the engine is started.
The cooling function is switched on automatically with the AUTO program.

Maximum cooling
Maximally cooled air is obtained as
quickly as possible at an outside
temperature above approx. 32 7/
06 and with the engine running.
The automatic climate control switches into the
recirculated-air mode at the lowest temperature. The maximum air volume flows out of the
air vents for the upper body. Therefore, open
these vents for maximum cooling.

AUC Automatic recirculated-air
control/recirculated-air mode

Driver's side:
1

Air toward the windshield and side windows

Air for the upper body

Air to footwell

You can respond to pollutants or
unpleasant odors in the immediate
environment by suspending the
supply of outside air. The system
then recirculates the air currently within the
vehicle. During AUC operation, a sensor
detects pollutants in the outside air and controls the shut-off automatically.

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At a glance

Pressing the AUTO button cancels the
manual air distribution settings.<

Controls

Air to footwell

Selecting program

Driving tips

Air for the upper body

Navigation

Communications Entertainment

> Individual program

Mobility

Front passenger side:

Reference

> Driver's side: windows and footwell

Climate

By pressing the button repeatedly, you can
request three operating modes:

Switching automatic climate control on
and off

> LED off: outside air flows in continuously.
> Left LED on, AUC mode: the system
detects pollutants in the outside air and
shuts off the supply as needed.

You can select the lowest blower
speed by pressing and holding the
left side. Pressing again switches
off the automatic climate control.

> Right LED on, recirculated-air mode: the
supply of outside air is permanently shut off.

You switch on the system again by pressing any
button of the automatic climate control.

Should the windows fog up in the recirculated-air mode, press the AUTO button or
switch off the recirculated-air mode and
increase the air volume if necessary.
The recirculated-air mode should not be used
without interruption over an extended period of
time, as the air quality inside the vehicle deteriorates continuously.<

Front ventilation

Residual heat
The heat stored in the engine is used to heat the
passenger compartment, e.g. while stopped at
a school to pick up a child.

Switching on
Pressing the right side switches on
the residual heat utilization when
the following conditions are met:
> up to 15 minutes after switching off the
engine
> with the engine at operating temperature
> with sufficient battery voltage
> at an outside temperature below 777/
256
REST appears on the display of the automatic
climate control when the residual heat utilization is switched on.

Knurled wheels to smoothly open and close
air vents

Levers to change the air vent direction

Do not drop any foreign objects into the
air vents, otherwise these could be catapulted outwards and lead to injuries.<

Ventilation for cooling
Adjust the air vents to direct the flow of cool air
in your direction, for instance, if the interior has
become too warm, etc.

Draft-free ventilation
Set the air vents so that the air flows past you
and is not directed straight at you.

From radio readiness the interior temperature,
the air volume and the air distribution can be
set.

Switching off
You can select the lowest blower speed by
pressing and holding the left side. Pressing
again switches off the residual heat utilization.
REST disappears from the display of the automatic climate control.
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to recirculate the air within the vehicle, e.g. at
high temperatures. To do this, turn the knurled
wheel 1 toward the rear and switch on the
blower, button 2.<

At a glance

Ventilation in rear

> Turn toward red: warmer
3

Levers to change the air vent direction

Heating and ventilation, 3rd row seats
The air in the area of the 3rd row seats can be
heated or recirculated. Air vents are located in
the storage compartment area between the
seats and in the footwell of the 3rd row seats.

Knurled wheel:
> Activating heating and distributing air in
footwell:
Turn toward front
> Distributing air in storage compartment
area between seats:
Turn toward rear

Rear automatic climate
control*
The control unit of the rear automatic climate
control is located in the center console in the
rear.

Temperature, left rear seating area

AUTO program

Display

Temperature, right rear seating area

Seat heating, right rear seat

Air volume, manual

Seat heating, left rear seat

The current setting for the temperature and the
air volume is shown on the display 3.

Button for switching on blower:
LED lights up

The heating is not ready for operation
without switching on the blower. After the
heating is switched off, the blower can be used
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> Turn toward blue: colder

Navigation

Knurled wheel for adjusting the temperature in the upper body region:

Communications Entertainment

Mobility

Knurled wheels to smoothly open and close
air vents

Reference

The microfilter removes dust and pollen from
the incoming air. The activated-charcoal filter
provides additional protection by filtering gaseous pollutants from the outside air. This combined filter is changed during maintenance by
your BMW Sports Activity Vehicle Center.
You can select a display of more detailed information on the Control Display, refer to page 75.

Controls

Microfilter/activated-charcoal filter

Climate

Activating rear automatic climate
control
iDrive, for operating principle refer to page 16.
1. Press the
button.
This opens the start menu.
2. Move the controller to the left to open "Climate".
3. Select "Rear climate control" and press the
controller.

Temperature
Set the desired temperature individually on the left and right side.
The rear automatic climate control
adjusts this temperature as quickly
as possible at any time of year, if necessary with
the maximum cooling or heating capacity, and
then keeps it constant.
When switching between different temperature settings in rapid succession, the
rear automatic climate control does not have
sufficient time to adjust the set temperature.<

Air volume, manual
You can vary the air volume by
pressing on the corresponding
side. You can reactivate the automatic mode for the air volume with the AUTO
button.
4. Select the desired settings and press the
controller.
The rear automatic climate control is
activated and the settings of the automatic
climate control on the driver's side can be
applied if necessary.
The rear automatic climate control is not
ready for operation if the automatic climate control is switched off. When activating
the function of the automatic climate control for
defrosting the windows and removing condensation, the rear automatic climate control is also
not ready for operation.<

AUTO program

Switching off rear automatic climate
control
You can select the lowest blower
speed by pressing and holding the
left side. Pressing again switches
off the rear automatic climate control.
The rear automatic climate control can
also be switched off with iDrive. To switch
on the rear automatic climate control again, the
system must first be reactivated, refer to Activating rear automatic climate control.<
You switch on the system again by pressing any
button of the rear automatic climate control.

The AUTO program assumes the
adjustment of the air distribution
toward the upper body and in the
footwell, as well as the air volume
for you. It also adapts your instructions for the temperature to outside influences
throughout the year.

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It is ready to use in the parked car mode at any
outside temperature.

Knurled wheels to smoothly open and close
air vents

Knurled wheels to adjust temperature in
upper body region; can be adjusted separately for left and right:
> Turn toward blue: colder
> Turn toward red: warmer
Levers to change the air vent direction

Since the system uses a substantial amount of
electrical current, you should refrain from activating it twice in succession without allowing
the battery to be recharged in normal operation
between use.
The air emerges through the upper body region
air vents in the instrument panel. Therefore,
please open the air vents.
The parked car ventilation is operated via iDrive.

Switching on and off directly
iDrive, for operating principle refer to page 16.
1. Open the start menu.
2. Move the controller to the left to open "Climate".
1

Lever to change the air vent direction

Knurled wheel to smoothly open and close
air vents

4. Select "Automatic ventilation" and press
the controller.
5. Select "Parked car ventilation" and press
the controller.

At a glance
Mobility

For information on the ventilation of the 3rd row
seats, refer to page 111.

3. Select "Parked car operation" and press the
controller.

The parked car ventilation is switched on.

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Reference

You can set two different times for the system
to start. The parked car ventilation can also
be switched on and off directly. It remains
switched on for 30 minutes.

Controls

The parked car ventilation blows air into the
passenger compartment to lower interior temperatures.

Driving tips

The concept

Navigation

Parked car ventilation*

Communications Entertainment

Ventilation in rear

Climate

The symbol on the display of the automatic
climate control flashes.

Preselecting activation times

Activating activation time
Move the controller to the left or right to select
"Timer 1" or "Timer 2" and press the controller.

iDrive, for operating principle refer to page 16.
1. Open the start menu.
2. Move the controller to the left to open "Climate".
3. Select "Parked car operation" and press the
controller.
4. Select "Activation time" and press the controller.
5. Move the controller to the left or right to
select "Timer 1" or "Timer 2".

The activation time is activated.
The
symbol on the display of the automatic
climate control lights up.
The
symbol on the display of the automatic
climate control flashes when the parked car
ventilation has switched on.
The parked car ventilation is only available for activation within the next
24 hours. Then it must be activated again.<

6. Select the time and press the controller.

The first time setting is highlighted.
7. Turn the controller to make the adjustment.
8. Press the controller to apply the setting.
The next setting is highlighted.
9. Make the remaining adjustments. After the
last adjustment, the time is stored.

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The signal of an original hand-held transmitter
can be programmed on one of the three memory buttons 1. Then with the ignition switched
on, this programmed memory button 1 can be
used to operate the respective feature. The
LED 2 flashes to confirm transmission of the
signal.
Should you sell your vehicle one day, be sure to
delete the stored programs beforehand for your
safety, refer to page 116.
To prevent possible damage or injury,
before programming or using the integrated universal remote control, always inspect
the immediate area to make certain that no people, animals or objects are within the travel
range of the device. Also, comply with the
safety precautions of the original hand-held
transmitter.<

Checking compatibility
If you see this symbol on the packaging
or in the manual supplied with the original hand-held transmitter, it is safe to
assume that it is compatible with the integrated
universal remote control.
Should you have additional questions,
please contact your BMW Sports Activity
Vehicle Center or call: 1-800-355-3515.
Information is also provided on the Internet at:
www.bmwusa.com or
www.homelink.com.

Memory buttons

LED

Fixed-code hand-held transmitters
1. Switch on ignition, refer to page 59.
2. When starting operation for the first time:
Press the left and right-hand memory
button 1 for approx. 20 seconds until the
LED 2 flashes quickly. All stored programs
are deleted.
3. Hold the original hand-held transmitter at a
distance of approx. 4 in/10 cm to 12 in/
30 cm from the memory buttons 1.
The required distance between the
hand-held transmitter and the memory buttons 1 depends on the relevant system of the original hand-held transmitter
used.<
4. Simultaneously press the transmit button
on the original hand-held transmitter and
the desired memory button 1 on the integrated universal remote control. The LED 2
flashes slowly at first. As soon as the LED 2
flashes rapidly, release both buttons. If the
LED 2 does not flash rapidly after approx.
15 seconds, alter the distance and repeat
the step.
5. To program other original hand-held transmitters, repeat steps 3 and 4.

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At a glance
Controls
Driving tips

The integrated universal remote control can
replace as many as three hand-held transmitters for various remote-controlled accessories,
such as garage and gate or lighting systems.
The integrated universal remote control registers and stores signals from the original handheld transmitters.

Navigation

Programming

The concept

Communications Entertainment

HomeLink is a registered trademark of Johnson
Controls, Inc.<

Mobility

Integrated universal remote
control*

Reference

Practical interior accessories

The corresponding memory button 1 is now
programmed with the signal of the original
hand-held transmitter.

You can operate the device when the engine is
running or when the ignition is switched on.

Should you have questions, please contact your BMW Sports Activity Vehicle
Center.<

If the device cannot be used after
repeated programming, check whether
the original hand-held transmitter uses an alternating-code system. To do so, either read the
instructions for the original hand-held transmitter or hold down the programmed memory
button 1 of the integrated universal remote
control. If the LED 2 on the integrated universal
remote control flashes rapidly for a short time
and then remains lit for approx. 2 seconds, this
indicates that the original hand-held transmitter
uses an alternating-code system. In the case of
an alternating-code system, program the memory buttons 1 as described at Alternating-code
hand-held transmitters.<

Alternating-code hand-held
transmitters
To program the integrated universal remote
control, consult the operating instructions for
the equipment to be set. You will find information there on the possibilities for synchronization.
When programming hand-held transmitters
that employ an alternating code, please observe
the following supplementary instructions:
Programming will be easier with the aid of
a second person.<

Deleting all stored programs
Press the left and right-hand memory button 1
for approx. 20 seconds until the LED 2 flashes
quickly:
All stored programs are deleted.

Reassigning individual programs
1. Hold the original hand-held transmitter at a
distance of approx. 4 in/10 cm to 12 in/
30 cm from the memory buttons 1.
The required distance between the
hand-held transmitter and the memory buttons 1 depends on the relevant system of the original hand-held transmitter
used.<
2. Press the desired memory button 1 of the
integrated universal remote control.
3. When the LED 2 flashes slowly after approx.
20 seconds, press the transmit button of
the original hand-held transmitter. Release
both buttons as soon as the LED 2 flashes
rapidly. If the LED 2 does not flash rapidly
after approx. 15 seconds, alter the distance
and repeat the step.

1. Park your vehicle within the range of the
remote-controlled device.
2. Program the integrated universal remote
control as described above in the section
Fixed-code hand-held transmitters.
3. Locate the button on the receiver of the
device to be set, e.g. on the drive unit.
4. Press the button on the receiver of the
device to be set. After step 4, you have
approx. 30 seconds for step 5.
5. Press the programmed memory button 1
of the integrated universal remote control
three times.
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> Press briefly: switch display on/off
> 3 to 6 seconds: set compass zone
> 6 to 9 seconds: calibrate compass
1

Adjustment button

> 9 to 12 seconds: set left/right-hand drive
vehicle

Display

> 12 to 15 seconds: setting language

The display indicates the cardinal or intercardinal direction in which you are currently driving.

To set the compass zones, press the adjustment button for approx. 3-4 seconds. The display indicates the number of the currently set
compass zone.

The compass will be operational again after
approx. 10 seconds.

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Mobility

To change the zone setting, briefly press the
adjusting button repeatedly until the number of
the compass zone that applies to your current
position is displayed.

Reference

Set the respectively applicable compass zone
in your vehicle so that the compass functions
properly, refer to the map of the world with
compass zones.

Communications Entertainment

Navigation

Setting compass zones

At a glance

You can run various functions by pressing the
adjustment button with a pointed object, e.g. a
ball-point pen etc. The following setting options
are displayed consecutively, depending on how
long the adjustment button is pressed:

Controls

Operating principle

Driving tips

Digital compass*

Practical interior accessories

Calibrating digital compass
In the following situations, the digital compass
must be calibrated:
> The wrong cardinal direction appears on
the display.
> The cardinal direction displayed does not
change despite a change in the direction of
travel.
> Not all cardinal directions are displayed.

Procedure
1. Make sure that there are no large metal
objects or overhead power lines in the vicinity of your vehicle and that you have enough
space to drive in a circle.

Roller sun blinds for rear side
windows*
Pull the loop of the roller sun blind and hook
onto bracket.
Do not open the window with the roller
blind raised, as otherwise there is a danger of damage, and therefore a danger of injuries at higher speeds.<

Glove compartment
Opening

2. Input the currently applicable compass
zone.
3. Press the adjustment button for approx.
6-7 seconds to display C. Then drive in a
complete circle at least once at a maximum
speed of 4 mph/7 km/h.
If the calibration is successful, display C is
replaced with the points of the compass.

Setting right/left-hand drive vehicle
Your digital compass is already set to right or
left-hand drive vehicle to match your vehicle at
the factory.

Setting language

Press the button. The covers open upward and
downward and the lighting in the glove compartment switches on.
To prevent injury in the event of an accident while the vehicle is being driven,
close the glove compartment immediately after
use.<

You can set the language of the display.

Closing

Press the adjustment button for approx.
12-13 seconds. Briefly press the adjustment
button again to change between English "E"
and German "O".

Press one of the two covers closed.

The setting is automatically stored after approx.
10 seconds.

Opening manually
In the event of a power failure or electrical malfunction, you can open the glove compartment
manually.

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Connection for external audio device
You can connect an external audio device such
as a CD or MP3 player and play audio tracks
over the vehicle's loudspeaker system:

At a glance

1. Position the screwdriver from the onboard
tool kit, refer to page 247, on the instrument
panel at the side and open the cover, arrow.

> AUX-In connection, refer to page 188

Return used batteries to a recycling collection point or to your BMW Sports
Activity Vehicle Center.<

Storage compartments

Center armrest
A storage compartment is located under the
armrest between the front seats and, depending on the vehicle's equipment, also a cover for
the mobile phone bracket or the snap-in
adapter. Also refer to page 208.

There are other storage compartments in the
doors as well as in the front and rear center console*.
Storage nets* are located on the backrests of
the front seats.
Do not stow hard or sharp-edged objects
in the storage nets or the net, otherwise
there is an increased risk of injury in an accident.<

Clothes hooks

Opening cover

Clothes hooks are located near the grab handles in the rear.
When hanging clothing on the hooks,
ensure that it will not obstruct the driver's
vision. Do not hang heavy objects on the hooks.
If you do so, they could cause personal injury to
occupants during braking or evasive maneuvers.<

Press the button; the respective cover folds
upward.

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Driving tips

To remove and insert the batteries, screw off
the flashlight head.

Navigation

Battery change

Communications Entertainment

2. Pull the strap upward, arrow. The glove
compartment is opened manually.

Mobility

The flashlight is located in the storage compartment between the front seats. Pull the flashlight
out of the holder when needed.

Reference

Flashlight*

Controls

> USB audio interface*, refer to page 189

Practical interior accessories

Cup holders

With 3rd row seats

Do not place containers made of glass in
the cup holders. This would lead to an
increased risk of injury in the event of an accident. Do not force unsuitable containers into
the cup holders, as otherwise damage can
result.<

Front
Fold down the center armrest.
Press the button; the cup holders are opened.

3rd row seats*
The cup holders are located in the center console between the seats.

Slide back the cover.

Ashtray

Rear

Front

Unlock the center armrest with the button in the
lower section of the opening and fold down.

To open the cover, slide it forward.

Press the button; the cover folds forward.

Press the button. The ashtray insert raises
slightly and can be removed.

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Connecting electrical devices

Lighter

Sockets

Front

With the engine running or the ignition switched
on, the cigarette lighter socket can be used as a
power outlet for hand flashlights, car vacuum
cleaners, etc., with power ratings of up to
approx. 200 W at 12 V. Avoid damaging the
socket due to inserting plugs of different
shapes or sizes. The same is true for all power
outlets in the vehicle.

In cargo bay
Press in the lighter with the engine running or
the ignition switched on.
The lighter can be removed as soon as it pops
back out.

Access to socket:
Fold open the cover.

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At a glance
Reference

Mobility

Hold or touch the hot cigarette lighter by
the knob only. Holding or touching it in
other areas could result in burns.
Always take along the remote control when you
leave the vehicle, otherwise children could, for
example, use the lighter and burn themselves.<

Controls

Refer to Cigarette lighter, front.

Driving tips

Press the entire cover down. The ashtray rises
and can be removed.

Navigation

Rear

Communications Entertainment

Rear

Practical interior accessories

In the rear center console

Cargo bay
Roll-up cover

Depending on your vehicle's equipment package, the socket in the rear is covered with a cap
or equipped with a lighter. Refer to Cigarette
lighter, front, page 121.
Access to socket:
Remove cap or lighter.

In storage compartment under center
armrest

Pull out the roll-up cover and hook it into the
brackets.
Do not place heavy or hard objects on the
roll-up cover. If you do so, they may
already pose a danger to vehicle occupants during braking or evasive maneuvers.
Do not allow the roll-up cover to snap back, otherwise it can be damaged.<

Removing
1. Unlock the case with the button, arrow 1.

Access to socket*:
Pull off the cover.

2. Swing the case somewhat to the left,
arrow 2, and remove.

Installing
When installing, proceed in the opposite order
of removal.

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> Storage tray* under the floor panel flap,
capacity approx. 21 US gal/80 liter.

2. Swing the case toward the inside, refer to
arrow 2.

> Retaining straps* on the left and right side
panel for securing small objects.

Cargo bay, expanding
The rear seat backrest is divided. You can fold
down both sides separately in order to expand
the cargo bay.

> Net* on the left side panel of the cargo bay
for smaller objects.
> Lashing rail with lashing eyes*. You can
secure heavy-duty cargo straps on the lashing eyes.
They can be removed at the notches in the
rails. To move the lashing eyes, press the
button.
Read and comply with the information
enclosed with the heavy-duty cargo
straps.<

Floor panel flap

Reach into the recess and pull toward the front.
When you fold back the backrest, be sure
that the catch engages securely. The red
warning indicator disappears in the recess
when the catch is engaged. If it is not properly
engaged, transported cargo could enter the
passenger compartment during braking or evasive maneuvers and endanger the vehicle occupants.<
To ensure that the safety systems continue to provide optimized protection,
please observe the safety belt information on
page 42.<

At a glance

To access the onboard toolkit etc.
To open, swing up the flap by the handle, refer
to arrow.
The floor panel flap can be locked.

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Mobility

4. Check whether the case is properly locked
in place by pulling it with a sudden movement.

> Hooks*, e.g. for hanging up shopping bags
or carrier bags on the left and right in the
cargo bay.

Reference

3. Push the case forward at the ends until it
engages in the two side brackets.

Controls

1. Lay on the case on the left-hand side and
push it forward, arrow 1.

Driving tips

> Storage compartments behind the removable side panels in the cargo bay on the
right and left* and under the floor panel flap.

Navigation

Depending on the vehicle's equipment, the following storage compartments are provided in
the cargo bay.

Communications Entertainment

Storage compartments in
cargo bay

Practical interior accessories

Adaptive fastening system*

Dividing up cargo bay

The adaptive fastening system is used to divide
up the cargo bay. It consists of two brackets
with a telescopic rail and retaining straps.
These are guided into the two rails on the cargo
bay floor.
Before using the adaptive fastening system, fold up and lock the backrest of the
2nd or 3rd row seats, as otherwise the cargo
could be thrown around in the vehicle interior in
an accident.<

You can position the cargo as follows:
> between the rear backrest and the telescopic rail
> between the telescopic rail and the retaining strap
Positioning cargo between telescopic rail and
retaining strap:
1. Lay the cargo on the telescopic rail. Press
the button, arrow 1, and route the retaining
strap around the cargo, arrow 2.

Brackets

Telescopic rail

Notch in the cargo bay rail

2. Hook the retaining strap into the mount 3
on the telescopic rail.

Mounting brackets
The two brackets are connected with a telescopic rail.
1. Insert the brackets at the respective notch
in the rail on the cargo bay floor.
2. Press down the brackets to push them into
the desired position.
3. Check the firm seating of the brackets.
They must be clearly heard to engage.
Do not lay cargo on the brackets, as otherwise they could be unlocked.<

3. Press the button of the bracket, arrow 1.
The retaining strap is tensioned.
You can also hook both retaining straps
into each other.<
When you are finished using the adaptive fastening system, unhook the retaining strap and
guide it back into the bracket in order to prevent
damage and injury.
Then slide the fastening system toward the
front in order to permit the best possible use of
the cargo bay.

Removing brackets
Press down the brackets, slide them up to the
notches of the rails and remove them.

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Before loading the ski bag, fold in the display screen of the DVD system in the
rear*, as otherwise the display screen could be
damaged.<

Loading
1. Fold down the center armrest, press the
button and open the cover.

After loading, secure the ski bag and its contents. Tighten the retaining strap on the tensioning buckle for this purpose.
Secure the ski bag in this way. If you fail to
do so, it could endanger occupants during braking or evasive maneuvers.<
To store the ski bag, perform the above steps in
reverse order.

Removing ski bag
The ski bag can be completely removed, e.g. for
faster drying or to allow you to put it to other
uses.
2. Press the button again; the cover in the
cargo bay opens. If you press the button
firmly the first time, this cover also opens.
3. Extend the ski bag between the front seats
and fill it. The zipper facilitates access to the
stowed items and drying of the ski bag.
4. Insert the latch plate of the ski bag retaining
strap into the center safety belt buckle that
is marked CENTER.
1. Pull the handle toward the front, arrow 1.

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With the ski bag you can stow skis with a length
of up to 6.9 ft/2.10 m. When skis of 6.9 ft/2.10 m
in length are loaded, the ski bag will tend to contract, reducing its overall capacity.

At a glance

Securing cargo

Navigation

The ski bag is designed for safe, clean transport
of up to 4 pairs of standard skis or up to 2 snowboards.

Only stow clean skis in the ski bag. Wrap sharp
edges to prevent damage.

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Ski bag*

2. Take out the ski bag upward, arrow 2.

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Details on various inserts are available
from your BMW Sports Activity Vehicle
Center.<

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3. Close the cover in the cargo bay.

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Driving tips
This section is designed to provide you
with extra support by supplying information
useful in dealing with specific driving
and operating conditions.

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Things to remember when driving

Things to remember when driving
Break-in period

Saving fuel

Moving parts need breaking-in time to adjust to
each other. To ensure that your vehicle continues to provide optimized economy of operation
throughout an extended service life, we request
that you devote careful attention to the following section.

The fuel consumption of your vehicle depends
on various factors. Through a few simple steps,
your driving style, and regular maintenance, you
can have a positive influence on your fuel consumption and environmental impact.

Engine and differential

Removing unnecessary cargo
Additional weight increases fuel consumption.

Always obey all official speed limits.

Up to 1,200 miles/2,000 km

Removing add-on parts after use

Drive at changing engine and vehicle speeds,
however do not exceed 4,500 rpm or 100 mph/
160 km/h.

Remove unneeded auxiliary mirrors, roof or rear
luggage racks after use. Add-on parts attached
to the vehicle impede the aerodynamics and
increase the fuel consumption.

Avoid full-throttle operation and use of the
transmission's kick-down mode during these
initial miles.

Closing windows and panorama glass
sunroof

From 1,200 miles/2,000 km

An open panorama glass sunroof or open windows likewise increase the drag coefficient and
therefore the fuel consumption.

The engine and vehicle speed can gradually be
increased.

Tires
Due to technical factors associated with their
manufacture, tires do not achieve their full traction potential until after an initial break-in
period. Therefore, drive reservedly during the
first 200 miles/300 km.

Check tire inflation pressures regularly
Check and correct the tire inflation pressure as
needed at least twice a month and before long
trips.
An insufficient tire inflation pressure increases
the rolling resistance and thus increases the
fuel consumption and tire wear.

Brake system

Driving off immediately

Brakes require an initial break-in period of
approx. 300 miles/500 km to achieve optimized
contact and wear patterns between brake pads
and rotors. Drive in a reserved manner during
this break-in period.

Do not allow the engine to warm up by leaving it
running while the vehicle remains stationary.
Instead, begin to drive at a moderate engine
speed. This is the fastest way for the cold
engine to reach its operating temperature.

Following part replacement

Thinking ahead when driving

Observe the break-in instructions again if components mentioned above must be replaced
after subsequent driving operation.

Avoid unnecessary acceleration and braking.
To do so, maintain the appropriate distance
from the vehicle in front of you. An anticipatory

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If it is absolutely necessary to drive with the liftgate open:

Avoiding high engine speeds

1. Close all windows and the panorama glass
sunroof.

Switching off functions currently not
required
Functions such as air conditioning, seat heating, or rear window defrosting consume a lot of
energy and require additional fuel. Their influence is particularly pronounced in city traffic
and stop & go operation. For this reason, it is a
good idea to switch these functions off when
they are not really needed.

Having maintenance carried out
Have the vehicle serviced regularly in order to
achieve the optimum economy and service life
of your vehicle. BMW recommends having the
maintenance performed by a BMW Sports
Activity Vehicle Center. Also please pay attention to the BMW maintenance system, refer to
page 245.

Hydroplaning
When driving on wet or slushy roads,
reduce road speed. If you do not, a wedge
of water can form between tires and road surface. This phenomenon is referred to as hydroplaning, and is characterized by a partial or
complete loss of contact between the tires and
the road surface, ultimately undermining your
ability to steer and brake the vehicle.<
The risk of hydroplaning increases as the tread
depth of the tires decreases, also refer to Minimum tread depth on page 238.

Driving through water

General driving notes
Closing liftgate/tailgate
Operate the vehicle only when the tailgate and liftgate are completely closed.
Otherwise, exhaust fumes could enter into the
passenger compartment.<

Do not drive through water on the road if it
is deeper than 20 in/50 cm, and then only
at walking speed at the most. Otherwise, the
vehicle's engine, the electrical systems and the
transmission may be damaged.<

Braking safely
Your BMW is equipped with ABS as a standard
feature. In situations that require it, it is best to
brake with full force. Since the vehicle maintains
steering responsiveness, you can still avoid

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Driving tips

Switch off the engine at longer stops such as
traffic signals, railroad crossings, or in traffic
jams. Even having the engine switched off for
approx. 4 seconds results in fuel savings.

As in all vehicles, extremely high temperatures are generated on the exhaust system. Do not remove the heat shields installed
adjacent to it, and never apply undercoating to
them. When driving, standing at idle and while
parking take care to avoid possible contact
between the hot exhaust system and any highly
flammable materials such as hay, leaves, grass,
etc. Such contact could lead to a fire, and with it
the risk of serious property damage as well as
personal injury. Do not touch hot tailpipes, as
otherwise there is a danger of burns.<

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Switching off engine during longer
stops

Hot exhaust system

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The flow of fuel is interrupted when coasting.

Mobility

Taking advantage of coasting

2. Increase the air volume of the automatic
climate control to a high level, refer to
page 108.

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Driving at a low engine speed reduces fuel consumption and minimizes wear.

At a glance

and smooth driving style reduces fuel consumption.

Things to remember when driving

Pulsation of the brake pedal, combined with
sounds from the hydraulic circuits, indicate that
ABS is in its active mode.

rotors, while contaminants accumulate on the
brake pads. This occurs because the minimum
pressure which must be exerted by the pads
during brake applications to clean the rotors is
not reached.

Do not drive with your foot resting on the
brake pedal. Even light but consistent
pedal pressure can lead to high temperatures,
brake wear and possibly even brake failure.<

Should corrosion form on the brake rotors, the
brakes will tend to respond with a pulsating
effect that even extended application will fail to
cure.

Driving in wet conditions

When vehicle is parked

When roads are wet or there is heavy rain,
briefly exert gentle pressure on the brake pedal
every few miles. Monitor traffic conditions to
ensure that this maneuver does not endanger
other road users. The heat generated in this
process helps dry the pads and rotors to ensure
that full braking efficiency will then be available
when you need it.

Condensation forms in the automatic climate
control system during operation, and then exits
under the vehicle. Traces of condensed water
under the vehicle are therefore normal.

Hills

Release the parking brake, particularly when
you have activated Automatic Hold, refer to
page 61.

possible obstacles with a minimum of steering
effort.

Before driving into a car wash
Fold in the exterior mirrors, refer to page 51,
otherwise they could be damaged due to the
width of the vehicle.

To prevent overheating and the resulting
reduced efficiency of the brake system,
drive long or steep downhill gradients in the
gear in which the least braking is required. Even
light but consistent pressure on the brake pedal
can lead to high temperatures, brake wear and
possibly even brake failure.<

General information on the care and maintenance of your BMW is contained in the Caring
for your vehicle brochure.

The braking effect of the engine can be further
increased by downshifting in the manual mode
of the automatic transmission, if necessary into
first gear, refer to page 65. This prevents an
excessive strain on the brakes.

Before driving into a car wash, make sure
that the vehicle width is not too large for
the car wash, as otherwise the vehicle and the
car wash could be damaged.<

Do not drive in idle or with the engine
stopped, otherwise there will be no
engine braking action or support of the braking
force and steering.
Never allow floor mats, carpets or any other
objects to protrude into the area of movement
of the pedals and impair their operation.<

Rear window wiper

Corrosion on brake rotors
When the vehicle is driven only occasionally,
during extended periods when the vehicle is not
used at all, and in operating conditions where
brake applications are less frequent, there is an
increased tendency for corrosion to form on

Mixed tires*

The rear window wiper can be damaged in car
washes. Take appropriate protective measures;
ask the car wash operator if necessary.

With comfort access*
Insert the remote control into the ignition lock.
The engine can be switched off in transmission
position N, also refer to page 37.

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Make sure that no fluids leak in the cargo
bay; otherwise the vehicle could be damaged.<

6. If your vehicle will be towing a trailer, part of
the load from your trailer will be transferred
to your vehicle. Consult the manual for
transporting a trailer to determine how this
may reduce the available cargo and luggage
load capacity of your vehicle.

Load

At a glance

To avoid loading the tires beyond their
approved carrying capacity, never overload the vehicle. Overloading can lead to overheating and increases the rate at which damage
develops inside the tires. The ultimate result
can assume the form of a sudden blow-out.<

cargo and luggage load capacity calculated
in step 4.

Controls

Stowing cargo

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 YYY lbs. or XXX kg.

5. Determine the combined weight of luggage
and cargo being loaded on the vehicle. That
weight may not safely exceed the available

Mobility

4. The resulting figure equals the available
amount of cargo and luggage load capacity.
For example, if the YYY amount equals
1,400 lbs. and there will be five 150 lbs.
passengers in your vehicle, the amount of
available cargo and luggage load capacity is
650 lbs.:
1,400 lbs. minus 750 lbs. = 650 lbs.

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The combined weight of occupants
and cargo should never exceed
YYY lbs. or XXX kg. Otherwise, this could
damage the vehicle and produce unstable
vehicle operating conditions.<

> Load heavy cargo as far forward and as low
as possible, placing it directly behind the
backrest.

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1. Locate the following statement on your
vehicle's placard*:

The permissible load is the total of the weight of
occupants and cargo/luggage. The greater the
weight of occupants, the less cargo/luggage
can be transported.

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Driving tips

Determining loading limit

Things to remember when driving

> Cover sharp edges and corners.
> For very heavy cargo when the rear seat is
not occupied, secure each safety belt in the
opposite buckle.
> Do not pile objects higher than the top edge
of the backrest.
> Wrap sharp-edged or pointed objects
which could strike the rear window while
driving.

Securing cargo
> Use the luggage net*, retaining straps*, or
securing straps to hold down small and
lightweight luggage and cargo.

You should never transport unsecured heavy or
hard objects in the passenger compartment, as
they could fly around and pose a safety hazard
to the vehicle's occupants during abrupt braking or evasive maneuvers.<

Roof-mounted luggage rack*
A special rack system is available as an option
for your BMW. Please comply with the precautions included with the installation instructions.

Loading roof-mounted luggage rack
Because roof racks raise the vehicle's center of
gravity when loaded, they have a major effect on
its handling and steering response. You should
therefore always remember not to exceed the
approved roof load capacity, the approved
gross vehicle weight or the axle loads when
loading the rack.
You can find the specified weights under
Weights on page 264.

> For larger and heavier pieces, heavy-duty
cargo straps* are available from your BMW
Sports Activity Vehicle Center. Four lashing
eyes mounted in the cargo bay are used to
secure these heavy-duty cargo straps, refer
to illustration.
> Please observe the special instructions
supplied with the heavy-duty cargo straps.
Position and secure the cargo as
described above, so that it cannot endanger the car's occupants, for example if sudden
braking or evasive maneuvers are necessary.
Use only the lashing eyes to secure heavy-duty
cargo straps, refer to illustration, otherwise the
cargo straps could become detached or the
vehicle could be damaged.
Never exceed either the approved gross vehicle
weight or either of the approved axle loads, refer
to page 264, as excessive loads can pose a
safety hazard, and may also place you in violation of traffic safety laws.

The load on the roof must be evenly distributed
and must not extend outward beyond the limits
of the loading surface. Always stow the heaviest
pieces on the bottom. Be sure that adequate
clearance is maintained for raising the panorama glass sunroof, and that objects do not
project into the opening path of the liftgate.
Secure roof-mounted cargo correctly and
securely to prevent it from shifting or falling off
during the trip.
Drive smoothly. Avoid sudden acceleration and
braking maneuvers. Take corners gently.

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> Adapt your driving speed to the road conditions. The steeper and rougher the road
surface is, the lower the speed should be.

At a glance
Controls

> Clean the coarsest dirt from the body.
> Clean mud, snow, ice etc. from the wheels
and tires and check the tires for damage.

> You can operate your vehicle on uphill and
downhill gradients with a maximum slope of
50 %. If you want to drive on uphill or downhill gradients of this kind, make sure beforehand that the engine oil and coolant levels
are near the MAX mark, refer to page 242.
> Use the HDC Hill Descent Control when
driving down extremely steep grades, refer
to page 90. It is possible to start off on
grades of up to 33%.
The permissible body roll is 50 %.
> While driving, watch carefully for obstacles
such as rocks or holes. Try to avoid these
obstacles whenever possible.
> Please make sure that the undercarriage
does not touch the ground, for example on
crests and bumpy roads. The ground clearance of the vehicle is a maximum of approx.
8 in/20 cm. Please note that the ground
clearance can vary depending on loading
and the driving conditions of the vehicle.
> Only drive through water on roads up to a
maximum depth of 20 in/50 cm and only at
walking speed, making sure not to stop in
the process.
> After driving through water at low speed,
lightly press the brake pedal several times
to dry the brakes and to prevent the braking
effect from being reduced by wetness.

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> Familiarize yourself with the vehicle before
driving off and avoid taking risks at all costs.

Please note the following points after driving on
poor roads to maintain the driving safety of your
BMW:

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When you are driving on poor roads, there are a
few points which you should strictly observe for
your own safety, for that of your passengers,
and for the safety of the vehicle:

> If the drive wheels spin on one side, depress
the accelerator pedal sufficiently so that the
driving stability control systems can distribute the drive forces to the individual wheels.

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Do not drive on unpaved terrain, as otherwise the vehicle may be damaged.<

Mobility

Your X5 is at home on all roads and surfaces.
It combines a 4-wheel drive system with the
advantages of a normal passenger car.

> Depending on the condition of the surface,
it may be practical to briefly activate DTC,
refer to DTC Dynamic Traction Control on
page 89.

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This chapter describes how you can
enter destinations and specify your route
so that your navigation system guides you
reliably to your destination.

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Starting navigation system

Starting navigation system*
Your navigation system can use satellites to
ascertain the precise position of your vehicle
and guide you reliably to any destination you
enter.

Display in assistance window

Navigation DVD

1. Move the controller to the right to change to
the assistance window.

The navigation system requires a special navigation DVD. The latest version is available at
your BMW Sports Activity Vehicle Center.

You can display the route or the current position
in the assistance window. This display remains
visible even if you change to another application.

Inserting navigation DVD

2. Press the controller.
Other menu items are displayed.
3. Select the desired route view or "Current
position".
Use the lower drive for navigation DVD.
1. Insert the navigation DVD with the labeled
side up.
The navigation DVD is automatically pulled
in.
2. Allow several seconds for the system to
scan the data from the DVD.

Removing navigation DVD
1. Press the
button 1.
The DVD emerges slightly from the drive.

4. Press the controller.

2. Remove the DVD.
If the DVD is not ejected from the drive, it is possible that it is blocked. In this case a message is
also shown on the Control Display.

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If the navigation system suggests a change of
direction, the arrow view is briefly displayed.
1. Press the
button.
This opens the start menu.

At a glance

Displaying arrow view in map view

4. Turn the controller until "Language / Units"
is selected and press the controller.
5. Change to upper field if necessary. Turn the
controller until "Languages" is selected and
press the controller.

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Mobility

The arrow view appears in the assistance
window.

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Navigation

6. Select "Arrow display pop-up instructions"
and press the controller.

Driving tips

3. Turn the controller until "Settings" is
selected and press the controller.

Controls

2. Press the controller to open the menu.

Destination entry

Destination entry
In entering your destination you can select from
among the following options:
> Entering a destination manually, see below
> Entering destination via voice*, refer to
page 141
> Selecting destination using information,
refer to page 144

Opening navigation system
iDrive, for operating principle refer to page 16.
1. Press the
button.
This opens the start menu.
2. Move the controller to the right to open
"Navigation".

> Selecting destination from a list, refer to
Destination list, page 145
> Selecting destination from address book,
refer to page 146
> Selecting home address, refer to page 148
After selecting your destination you can proceed to start the destination guidance, refer to
page 150.
You can also store a navigation destination on
the programmable memory/direct selection
buttons, refer to page 21.

3. Select "Navigation" and press the controller.

Enter data only when the vehicle is stationary, and always give priority to the
applicable traffic regulations in the event of any
contradiction between traffic and road conditions and the instructions issued by the navigation system. If you do not observe this precaution, you can endanger the vehicle occupants
and other road users.<
The Control Display shows:
> the arrow view or map view during destination guidance
> the destination list when destination guidance is switched off

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2. Select the country of destination and press
the controller.
In order to be able to start the destination guidance, at least the town/city of the destination or
its zip code must be entered.

Entering destination via town/city
name
3. Select "Enter address" and press the controller.

1. Select "Town / City" or the displayed town/
city and press the controller.
2. Select the starting letter and press the controller.
A list of all towns/cities starting with this letter appears on the Control Display.
3. To delete the letter entered if necessary:

The system also supports you with the following features:
> If you do not enter a street, the system will
guide you to the downtown area of a town or
city.
> You can skip the entry of country and town/
city if the current entries should be retained
for your new destination.

> Delete individual numbers or letters:
Move the controller toward the right to
select
and press the controller.
> Delete all numbers or letters:
Move the controller toward the right to
select
and press the controller
longer.

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2. Press the controller.

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1. Change to upper field if necessary. Turn the
controller until "Navigation" is selected and
press the controller.
"New destination" is selected.

Driving tips

Controls

The list of available countries appears on
the display.

At a glance

1. Select "State / Province" or the displayed
country and press the controller.

Mobility

The system's word matching principle makes it
easier for you to enter the names of streets or
towns/cities, refer to page 149. This allows you
to enter different spellings and completes your
entry automatically so that stored names can be
called up quickly.

Selecting country

Reference

Entering a destination
manually

Destination entry

4. If necessary, enter more letters.
The list gradually grows smaller each time
you enter a new letter.
> Enter blank space if necessary:
Select the symbol and press the controller.

> Enter a blank space:
Select the symbol and press the controller.
> Delete individual numbers or letters:
Move the controller toward the right to
select
and press the controller.
> Delete all numbers or letters:
Move the controller toward the right to
select
and press the controller
longer.
3. Select the zip code and press the controller.
The corresponding destination is displayed.
4. Change into the third field from the top.
Turn the controller until the destination is
selected and press the controller.

5. Change to the third field from the top if necessary. Turn the controller until the town/
city name is selected from the list and press
the controller.

Entering street, house number and
intersection
After the street you can also enter the intersection or the house number.

Entering street and intersection
1. Select "Street" or the displayed street and
press the controller.
2. Enter the street.
The street is entered exactly like the destination.

Entering destination via zip code
1. Select "Town / City" and press the controller.
2. Enter the zip code:
Select the desired digits and press the controller.
The intersection is entered in the same way as
the street.

Entering a street without entering a
town/city of destination
You can also enter a street without entering a
town/city of destination. In this case all streets
of the entered country are offered for selection.

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> Select "Start guidance" and press the controller.
Destination guidance starts immediately.

2. Turn the controller to the right until the
request for the entry of a street in the country appears and press the controller.

> If the destination guidance does not need to
be started immediately:
Select "Add to destination list" and press
the controller.
The destination is stored in the destination
list, refer to page 145.

Entering destination via
voice*
You can enter a desired destination with the
voice command system. When entering the
destination, it is possible to change between
voice command and iDrive at any time. Reactivate the voice command system for this purpose if necessary.
3. Change to the second field from the top and
enter the street.

With {Options} you can have the possible
commands read aloud.<
1. Press the

Entering house number

button on the steering wheel.

2. {Enter address}

All house numbers stored for the street on the
navigation DVD can be entered.

Navigation

1. Change to upper field.
The arrow is selected.

Driving tips

Controls

If a town/city has already been entered, you can
undo this entry. This may be practical if the
desired street does not exist in the entered destination, because, for example, it belongs to
another part of the town/city.

At a glance

Starting destination guidance with
manual destination entry

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The related town/city is displayed after the
street name.

3. Change into the third field from the top.
Turn the controller until the house number
is selected and press the controller.

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2. Enter the house number:
Select the desired digits and press the controller.

Mobility

1. Select "House number" and press the controller.

Destination entry

Selecting country
1. Wait for the system to ask for the country of
destination.
2. Say the name of the country of destination.
Say the name of the country of destination in
the language of the voice command system.

Entering destination
The destination can be spelled or entered as an
entire word.

Spelling destination
To enter the destination, spell it using the
orthography of the country of destination.
Pronounce the letters smoothly and at normal
volume, avoiding excessive emphasis and
pauses.
1. Spell town/city name:
Say at least the first three letters of the
destination. The more letters you say,
the more exactly the system recognizes
the town/city.

The town/city can also be selected from the list
via iDrive:
Turn the controller until the destination is
selected and press the controller.

Entering the destination as an entire
word*
Towns/cities and streets located in the region
where the language of the voice command system is spoken can be entered as an entire word.
Example: to enter a destination located in the
US as an entire word, the language of the system must be English.
Speak smoothly and at normal volume, avoiding
excessive emphases and pauses.
1. Wait for the system to request the destination.
2. Say the name of the destination.
The system can suggest up to 6 destinations that match your entries.

The system can suggest up to 20 destinations that match your entries. Up to
6 entries are displayed at once on the Control Display.

A destination is suggested by the system.
3. Select city/town:
> Choose selected city/town: {Yes}
> Select other city/town: {No}
> Select entry, e.g. {Entry 3}
A destination is suggested by the system.
2. Select city/town:
> Choose selected city/town: {Yes}
> Select other city/town: {No}
> Select entry, e.g. {Entry 3}
> Display additional entries of the list:
{Next page}
> Spell the city/town again: {Repeat}

> Enter city/town again: {Repeat}
> Enter destination by spelling it:
{Spell}
The town/city can also be selected from the list
via iDrive:
Turn the controller until the destination is
selected and press the controller.
Destinations that sound the same which
cannot be differentiated by the system
are summarized in a separate list and shown as

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3. Select "Input map" and press the controller.

Entering street and house number

At a glance

a destination followed by three dots.
Select this entry with {Yes} if necessary. Then
select the desired city/town in this list.<

To enter the house number:
1. {House number}
2. Say the house number.
Up to 4-digit house numbers can be entered.
Say the house number as individual numbers.

A section of a map is displayed on the Control Display:

Starting destination guidance

> During destination guidance, around the
current destination

{Start guidance}
Destination guidance starts immediately.

> With the destination guidance deactivated, around the last destination
entered

Driving tips

Controls

The street is entered in the same way as the
destination.

The destination is added to the destination list
or can be stored in the address book.
{Add to destination list} or
{Add to address book}

Selecting destination via map
If you only know the location of the town/city or
street of the destination, then you can enter the
destination by using a map. You can use the
cursor to select the destination on the map and
then apply it in the destination guidance.
1. Select "Navigation" and press the controller.
"New destination" is selected.
2. Press the controller.

4. Select destination with cursor.
> Changing scale: turn the controller.
> Moving map: move the controller in the
corresponding direction.
The controller can be moved to the left,
right, forward and back.
5. To apply or store the destination in the destination guidance, press the controller.
The selected destination and other menu
items are displayed.

Communications Entertainment

Navigation

Saving destination

> "Show current position" places the current position in the center of the map.
> "Show destination position" places the
current destination in the center of the
map.
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> "Start route guidance" starts destination
guidance.

Mobility

6. Select the desired menu item:

Destination entry

> "Return to map" changes back to the
"Input map".
>

Exit the menu.

4. Press the controller.
5. Make your selection, e.g. "Hotels and restaurants", and press the controller.
7. Press the controller.
The map for the destination entry can also be
displayed in the map display:
Select the
symbol and press the controller.

Selecting destination using
information

6. Enter search criteria if necessary, e.g. the
maximum distance from the current location.
7. Select "" and press the controller.
These destinations are displayed on the
Control Display.

You can obtain a display of selected destinations, e.g. hotels, sights or hospitals, and apply
them in the destination guidance.
1. Select "Navigation" and press the controller.
2. Select "Information" and press the controller.
8. Select a destination and press the controller.
The scope of the information and
symbols is dependent on the respective navigation DVD.<
9. Select the desired menu item:

3. Select location:
> "On destination"
> "On location"
> "On a new destination"

> To apply the address in the destination
list and start the destination guidance:
Select the
symbol and press the
controller.
> To establish a telephone connection:
Select the
symbol and press the controller.
> To display additional destinations:
Select the
symbol and press the
controller.

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> To start a new search:
Select the
symbol and press the controller.
To exit the menu:
Select the arrow and press the controller.

To display additional destinations from the destination list:
Turn the controller.

Applying destination in destination
guidance
1. Select the desired destination and press
the controller.
2. Select "Hide map icons" and press the controller.

2. Select "Start guidance" and press the controller.

The symbols are hidden.
To display the symbols:
Select "Show map icons" and press the controller.
To exit the menu:
Select the arrow and press the controller.

Destination list
The last 20 entered destinations are shown in
the destination list. You can display these destinations and apply them in the destination guidance.
For example, to plan a longer route, you can
store all destinations you want to drive to in
advance in the destination list, refer to Entering
a destination manually on page 139.
Select "Navigation" and press the controller.

Editing destination list
1. Select the desired destination in the destination list and press the controller.

Driving tips

This symbol indicates the current destination during destination guide.

Navigation

Select the symbol and press the controller.

Communications Entertainment

The last destination entered is the first item in
the destination list.

2. The selected destination can be edited:
> Store entry:
Select "Add to address book".
> Display information on destination:
Select "Information on destination".
> Delete entry:
Select "Delete entry".

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Mobility

To hide the symbols in the map view:

Reference

If, for example, you have selected the category
Hotels and have started the search, the hotels
are shown on the map as symbols.

Controls

Symbols in map view

Destination entry

> Delete all entries:
Select "Delete list". The destination
guidance is switched off.
> Change entry:
Select "Edit". For operation, refer to
Entering destination via town/city name,
page 139.
3. Press the controller.

Address book
Opening address book
iDrive, for operating principle refer to page 16.

4. Enter name and address, also refer to
Entering a destination manually, page 139.
5. Select "Store in address book" and press
the controller.
The entry is stored in the address book.
You can also store a destination from the destination list into the address book, refer to
page 145.

Storing current position*
The current position can be applied in the
address book.
1. Select "Address book" and press the controller.
2. Change into the third field from the top.
Turn the controller until "New address" is
selected and press the controller.

Select "Address book" and press the controller.

Storing destinations in address book
You can store approx. 100 destinations in the
address book.
1. Select "Address book" and press the controller.
2. Select "New address" and press the controller.

3. Select "Use current location as address"
and press the controller.
The name given can be changed. For operation, refer to Entering a destination manually, page 139.
4. Select "Store in address book" and press
the controller.
You can also apply your current position in the
address book if you have left the sector covered
by the navigation DVD. In this case, you must
enter a name.

3. Select "Enter address" and press the controller.

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1. Select "Address book" and press the controller.
2. Select the entry and press the controller.
3. Select "Delete address" and press the controller.

2. Select the entry and press the controller.
To start the destination guidance:
Select "Start guidance" and press the controller.

Deleting all destinations from address
book
1. Open the start menu.
2. Press the controller to open the menu.
3. Select "Settings" and press the controller.

Changing destinations from address
book
1. Select "Address book" and press the controller.
2. Select the entry and press the controller.

4. Select "Vehicle / Tires" and press the controller.
5. Change to upper field if necessary. Turn the
controller until "Delete data" is selected and
press the controller.

6. Select "Delete address book" and press the
controller.
7. Select "Yes" and press the controller.
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Reference

Mobility

3. Select "Edit address" and press the controller.

Controls

Deleting individual destinations from
address book

Driving tips

5. Select "Store in address book" and press
the controller.

Navigation

1. Select "Address book" and press the controller.
The stored entries appear on the Control
Display.

4. Change entry.
For operation, refer to Entering a destination manually, page 139.

Communications Entertainment

Selecting destinations from address
book

Destination entry

Selecting route

Home address
You can store your current position or the current destination as the home address in the
address book. This entry occupies the second
position in the address book.

Storing home address
1. Select "Address book" and press the controller.
2. Change into the third field from the top.
Turn the controller until "Home address" is
selected and press the controller.

You can influence the calculated route by
choosing certain route criteria. You can change
the route criteria as often as you like while
entering the destination and whenever the destination guidance is active.
The route is planned according to fixed rules.
The road type is taken into account, e.g.
whether it is a highway or a winding road. The
road types are stored on the navigation DVD.
As a result, the routes recommended by the
navigation system may not always be the same
ones that you would choose based on personal
experience.

Changing route criteria
1. Select "Navigation" and press the controller.
2. Change into the third field from the top.
Turn the controller until "Route preference"
is selected and press the controller.
3. Select "Use current location as address", or
"Save current destination" during the destination guidance, and press the controller.
4. Select "Store in address book" and press
the controller.

Applying home address as destination
1. Select "Home address" and press the controller.
2. Select "Start guidance" and press the controller.

Changing home address

The various criteria are listed on the Control
Display.
3. Select a route criterion for the route:

1. Select "Home address" and press the controller.

> "With highways"
Freeways and major traffic arteries are
given priority

2. Select "Edit address" and press the controller. For operation, refer to Entering a
destination manually, page 139.

> "Avoid highways"
Freeways are avoided where possible
> "Fast route"
The short traveling time, being a combination of the shortest possible route and
the fastest roads
> "Short route"
Short route, irrespective of how fast or
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The route criterion is highlighted.
5. If necessary, select an additional route criterion and then press the controller:
> "Dynamic route"*
Automatic changing of the route in case
of traffic obstructions. Depending on
road type and the kind and extent of the
traffic obstruction, the route can also be
calculated so that you travel through the
traffic obstruction.
> "Avoid tollroads"
Tollroads are avoided where possible.
> "Avoid ferries"
Ferries are avoided where possible.
To exit the menu:
Select the arrow and press the controller.

Example:
Instead of "München", you can also enter
the English spelling "Munich" or the Italian
spelling "Monaco".
> When you are entering the names of towns/
cities and streets the system will complete
them automatically as soon as enough letters are available to ensure unambiguous
identification.
> The system only accepts name entries
beginning with letters that are stored on the
navigation DVD. The system will not accept
non existent names and addresses.

The route criteria can also be changed in the
arrow or map display.
1. Select the symbol for the route criterion and
press the controller.
2. Select a route criterion and press the controller.

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Reference

Mobility

If the route criteria "Avoid highways",
"Avoid tollroads" or "Avoid ferries" are
selected, the calculation time for the route can
increase considerably.<

Controls

> Names of specific locations can also vary
from the official versions if you are using a
spelling that is customary in another country.

Driving tips

The system supports the word matching principle to make it easier for you to enter the names
of streets or towns/cities. The system runs
ongoing checks, comparing your destination
entries with the data stored on the navigation
DVD as the basis for instant response. The user
benefits include:

Navigation

Word matching principle

Communications Entertainment

4. Press the controller.

Destination guidance

Destination guidance
Starting destination
guidance

by spoken instructions and the display of the
direction arrow.

Via iDrive

With programmable memory/
direct selection buttons

iDrive, for operating principle refer to page 16.
1. Change to upper field if necessary. Turn the
controller until "Navigation" is selected and
press the controller.
2. Select a destination from the destination list
and press the controller or enter a new destination, refer to page 138.

Press the
...
button on which the
desired destination is stored, also refer to
page 22.

Ending/continuing
destination guidance
In arrow or map display

3. Select "Start guidance" and press the controller.
Select the

symbol and press the controller.

In destination list
This symbol indicates the current destination.
1. Select the current destination and press the
controller.

After the route has been calculated, destination
guidance is indicated by arrows or a map display on the Control Display.
The destination guidance can also be started in
the arrow or map view:
Select the
symbol and press the controller.
During destination guidance, you can operate
other equipment via iDrive at any time. You will
be punctually notified of a change of direction

2. Select "Stop guidance" and press the controller.

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4

Arrow to destination from a bird's eye view

Distance to the next change of direction

Current position

Direction of travel
> Outline arrow:
Destination guidance on the calculated
route

Displaying route

> Solid arrow:
Arrow shows the route to be calculated
from a bird's eye view when the vehicle
is not located in an area contained on the
navigation DVD, e.g. in a multi-level
parking lot.

You have the option of displaying various views
of the route during destination guidance.
From another menu, you can change
directly to the screen last displayed,
refer to Comfort opening of menu items on
page 18.<

Displaying arrow display
1. Select "Navigation" and press the controller.
2. Change into the fourth field from the top.
Turn the controller until "Arrow display" is
selected and press the controller.

The arrow display is shown.

Depending on the equipment, the estimated
time of arrival and the distance to the destination are displayed in the top or bottom line of the
Control Display.
Before a change in direction, the representation
of the arrow changes.

Street name for change of direction

Distance up to change of direction

Change of direction

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Controls

Starting/ending destination guidance

Driving tips

Selecting route criteria

Navigation

Communications Entertainment

To start the destination guidance:
Select "Yes" and press the controller.

Switching voice instructions on/off

Mobility

The destination guidance starts automatically
after a short time.

Reference

When you park the vehicle before reaching the
entered destination, the following question is
displayed before beginning the next trip:
"Continue guidance to destination?".

Destination guidance

To exit the menu:
Select the arrow and press the controller.

>
>

Displaying map view
You can have your current position displayed on
a map. After starting the destination guidance,
the planned route is shown on the map.
1. Select "Navigation" and press the controller.
2. Change into the fourth field from the top.
Turn the controller until the desired map
view is selected:
> "Map facing north"
> "Map direction of travel"
> "Perspective"

Changing map display

"Map facing north"
"Map direction of travel"
"Perspective"

Changing route criteria

Manually displaying traffic information*

Arrow to destination from a bird's eye view

The estimated time of arrival and the distance
to the destination are shown in the bottom line
of the Control Display.
To exit from the menu:
Select the arrow and press the controller.
At scales of less than 250 miles/500 km, you
have the option of deciding whether to orient
the map to north, toward your current direction
of travel, or show the map in perspective. At
scales of 250 miles/500 km or greater, the map
always points toward north.

Changing map display
Select the corresponding symbol and press the
controller.
The next map display is displayed.
3. Press the controller.

Changing scale
Turn the controller to change the scale.

Displaying roads and towns/cities of
route
You can have the roads and towns/cities along
the route displayed during destination guidance.
1

Switching voice instructions on/off

Starting/ending destination guidance

Selecting destination via map

Displaying the menu in which the information last selected can be displayed/hidden,
refer to Selecting destination using information, page 144

The distances remaining to be traveled on each
individual route are also displayed.

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3. Turn the controller until "Settings" is
selected and press the controller.

Switching voice instructions on/off

6. Select "Navigation voice instructions" and
press the controller.

Voice instructions can be switched on or off
during the destination guidance in the arrow or
map view:
Select the
symbol and press the controller.

1. Press the
button.
This opens the start menu.

The voice instructions are switched on.

2. Press the controller to open the menu.

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Mobility

To switch the voice instructions on and off at
any time:

Communications Entertainment

Navigation

Destination guidance via
voice instructions

Reference

To exit the menu:
Select the arrow and press the controller.

Driving tips

Controls

2. Change into the third field from the top.
Turn the controller until "Route list" is
selected and press the controller.

At a glance

1. Select "Navigation" and press the controller.

Destination guidance

Repeating and canceling voice
instructions
With the programmable buttons on the steering
wheel you can also make the following settings,
refer to page 53:
> Repeat the voice instruction:
Press the button.
> Switch voice instructions on/off:
Hold the button down.

Setting volume of voice instructions
The volume can only be adjusted while a voice
instruction is being output.

Changing route
During destination guidance, you can revise the
navigation system's route recommendations to
avoid particular stretches of road. Enter the
number of miles/kilometers that you want to
travel before returning to the original route.
1. Select "Navigation" and press the controller.
2. Change into the third field from the top.
Turn the controller until "New route" is
selected and press the controller.

1. Repeat the last voice instruction, if necessary.
2. Turn the button during the voice instruction
to select the desired volume.

3. Turn the controller to enter the desired
number and press the controller.
The route is recalculated.

This volume is independent of the volume of the
audio sources.
The setting is stored for the remote control currently in use.

To exit from the menu without changing the
route:
Select the arrow and press the controller.

Traffic information*
In many congested areas, you can receive traffic information transmitted by radio stations.
The traffic conditions are monitored by traffic
management centers and the traffic information
is periodically updated.
During destination guidance, the traffic information relevant to your planned route is automatically displayed and, if you wish, taken into
account in the route planning. Whether destination guidance is active or not, you can have the
traffic information displayed in the map view or
in the traffic info list.

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1. Press the
button.
This opens the start menu.

Manually displaying traffic information

2. Press the controller to open the menu.

During destination guidance

3. Turn the controller until "Settings" is
selected and press the controller.

During destination guidance, traffic information
can be displayed in the arrow or map view.
If the
symbol is shown with a red border, traffic information is available for the planned route.
symbol and press the controller.

First the traffic information along the planned
route is shown sorted according to the distance
to the current vehicle position.

The traffic information can be received and
displayed.
"AUTO": automatic selection of the Traffic Info
station with the strongest reception.

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Communications Entertainment

5. Select "Traffic Info" and press the controller.

Mobility

During destination guidance, the traffic information on the planned route is marked with a
yellow diamond.

Reference

4. Turn the controller until "Traffic Info settings" is selected and press the controller.

Navigation

Driving tips

Select the

At a glance

iDrive, for operating principle refer to page 16.

Depending on the station, either the station name, frequency, local number or
other information is displayed.<

Controls

Switching reception of traffic
information on/off

Destination guidance

With destination guidance switched off
1. Open the start menu.
2. Move the controller to the right to open
"Navigation".
3. Select "Traffic Info" and press the controller.

Symbols for traffic information
Traffic event with map scales greater
than 5 miles/10 km, arrow points in
the direction of travel concerned
Several traffic events have been
received. Select a smaller scale to
display these individually.
Traffic light failure
Roadwork
General traffic obstruction
Transport of hazardous load
Vehicle on wrong carriage way
Danger

First the traffic information along the planned
route is shown sorted according to the distance
to the current vehicle position.

Low clearance
No parking

Depiction of traffic information in map
view

Fog

The traffic information symbols are shown in
the map view up to a scale of 100 miles/200 km.

Heavy rain

The section of the route affected by a traffic
report as well as the indication for the type of
incident, which will be described below, are displayed and hidden. This occurs as a function of
the scale selected.

Displaying detailed traffic information
Select traffic information from the displayed list
and press the controller.

Slippery road
Cross winds
Smog
Road closed
Slow traffic
Traffic back up
Stopped traffic
Icy roads
Uneven surface

To exit from the menu:
Select the arrow and press the controller.

Accident

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Lane closure
Delay

Stop-and-go traffic
Stopped traffic
Traffic event in both directions of
travel

Traffic information during destination
guidance
System response will vary depending on
whether or not "Dynamic route" is selected,
refer to page 148.

Displaying traffic obstructions

When "Dynamic route" is selected, the route
will be changed automatically in the event of a
traffic obstruction. The system does not point
out traffic obstructions along the original route.
Depending on road type and the kind and extent
of the traffic obstruction, the calculated route
may nevertheless lead through the traffic
obstruction.

Displaying current position
You can have your current position displayed
even when the destination guidance is
switched off.
1. Select "Navigation" and press the controller.
2. Change into the fourth field from the top.
Turn the controller until "Current position"
is selected and press the controller.

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Mobility

If a traffic obstruction is reported to the navigation system and "Dynamic route" is not
selected, then you will be provided with certain
information from a distance of approx. 25 miles/
40 km, e.g. the length of the traffic jam.
The last possible junction will be displayed
shortly before this.

Dynamic route planning

Driving tips

Slow traffic or other traffic event

Navigation

This information is displayed even if you have
activated a different function on the Control
Display.

Communications Entertainment

Select "Detour" and press the controller.
The navigation system determines a new route
to bypass the traffic congestion.

Controls

Police checkpoint

Destination guidance

The current position of your BMW is displayed.

If the navigation system is unable to identify a
town or city, your current map coordinates will
appear.
To exit the menu:
Select the arrow and press the controller.
You can also have the current position displayed on a map, refer to page 152.

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> the destination guidance does not accept a
destination?
The data of the destination is not stored on
the navigation DVD that is loaded. Select a
destination that is as close as possible to
the original.
> the destination guidance does not accept
an address without the street name?
On the navigation DVD, no downtown area
can be determined for the city or town
entered. Enter any street, or a destination
such as the railway station in the selected
town, and then start the destination guidance.
> you want to enter a destination for the destination guidance, but it is not possible to
select the letters for your desired entry?
The data of the destination is not stored on
the navigation DVD that is loaded. In this
case, the system will not offer you any letters to choose from. Select a destination
that is as close as possible to the original.

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Controls
Driving tips

> the navigation system does not react to
entries?
If the battery was disconnected, it takes
about 10 minutes before the system is once
again operational.

Navigation

> you request the current position of your
vehicle, but do not receive a precise display?
The system is unable to receive enough
GPS signals at your current position due to
obstructions, your position is not yet available on your navigation DVD, or the system
is in the process of calculating your position. Reception is best when you have an
unobstructed view to the sky.

> the system stops furnishing directions on
which way to turn as you approach intersections?
You are driving in an area that has not yet
been completely recorded on the navigation DVD. Instead of an arrow indicating a
turn, you will see an arrow which indicates
the general direction of your planned route.
Or you have left the recommended route
and the system requires a few seconds to
calculate a new recommended route.

Communications Entertainment

> a navigation DVD is inserted, but an instruction to insert the DVD appears on the Control Display?
The navigation DVD may not be the correct
DVD for the navigation system. This information is indicated on the DVD label.

Mobility

What to do if …

Reference

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Entertainment
Operation of the radio and CD as well as their
tone settings are described in this chapter.

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On/Off and settings

On/Off and settings
The following audio and video sources have
common controls and adjustment options:

Equipment with two drives

> Radio
> CD player
> CD changer*

Controls
The audio and video sources can be operated
with:
> Buttons in the area of the CD player

> Press: switch on/off.
When the system is switched on, the
most recently selected radio station or
CD track is played.

> iDrive
> Buttons on steering wheel, refer to page 11
> Programmable memory/direct selection
buttons, refer to page 21

Buttons on CD player
Equipment with a single drive

Entertainment sound output on/off, volume

> Turn: adjust volume.
2
3
4

Drive for audio CDs
Eject CD.
Station scan/track search
> Change radio station.
> Select track for CD player and
CD changer.

Drive for navigation DVDs

Operation via iDrive
iDrive, for operating principle refer to page 16.

Entertainment sound output on/off, volume
> Press: switch on/off.
When the system is switched on, the
most recently selected radio station or
CD track is played.

1. Press the
button.
This opens the start menu.
2. Move the controller backwards to open
"Entertainment".

> Turn: adjust volume.
2
3
4

Eject CD.
Drive for audio CDs
Station scan/track search
> Change radio station.
> Select track for CD player and
CD changer.
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> "CD": CD player or changer
> "AUX": AUX-In connection, USB audio
interface
> "Set": depending on the audio source,
other adjustments can be made, e.g. with
the radio: update station with strongest
reception, store station, tone control, sample stations.
From another menu, you can change
directly to the screen last displayed,
refer to Comfort opening of menu items on
page 18.<
From radio readiness, the selected audio
source is stored for the remote control currently
in use.

From radio readiness, the settings are stored
for the remote control currently in use.

Changing tone settings
1. Press the
button.
This opens the start menu.
2. Press the controller to open the menu.
3. Turn the controller until "Settings" is
selected and press the controller.
4. Select "Audio" or "Tone / Volume" and
press the controller.

Switching on/off
To switch the Entertainment sound output on
and off:
Press knob 1 on the CD player.
This symbol on the Control Display indicates that sound output is switched off.
For equipment with a single drive, the sound
output is available for approx. 20 minutes with
the ignition switched off.
Switch on the sound output again for this purpose.

Adjusting volume

At a glance
Controls

> "SAT": satellite radio*

You can alter various tone settings, e.g. treble
and bass, or the speed-dependent volume
increase.
The tone settings are set for all audio sources at
once.

Driving tips

> "WB": Weather Band station

Tone control

Navigation

> "FM" and "AM": radio reception

The tone settings can also be selected when
you have opened "Entertainment" in the start
menu:
Select "Set" and then "Tone", and press the
controller.

Treble and bass
1. Select "Treble / Bass" and press the controller.

Communications Entertainment

You have the following choices:

From radio readiness, the setting is stored for
the remote control currently in use.

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Reference

You can also adjust the volume with buttons on
the steering wheel, refer to page 11.

Mobility

Turn knob 1 on the CD player until the desired
volume is set.

On/Off and settings

2. Move the controller to the left or right to
select "Treble" or "Bass".

2. Turn the controller:
The adjustment is applied; the field can be
changed.

3. Turn the controller until the desired setting
is selected.

When equipped with a single drive:

Balance and fader

1. Select "Volume settings" and press the
controller.

You can adjust the volume distribution in the
same manner as "Treble / Bass".
> "Balance": left/right volume distribution

2. Change to the second field from the top if
necessary. Select "Speed volume" and
press the controller.

> "Fader": front/rear volume distribution

Speed-dependent volume control
The speed-dependent volume control automatically increases the volume with increasing
speed. You can set various stages for the
increase in volume.
When equipped with two drives:
1. Select "Speed volume" and press the controller.

3. Turn the controller:
The adjustment is applied; the field can be
changed.

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You can choose between stereo and multichannel playback, surround.

2. Move the controller to the left or right to
select the desired frequency range.

3. Turn the controller until the desired setting
is selected.
2. Select "Stereo" or "Surround".

Resetting tone settings
You can reset all tone settings to the default
settings.

Driving tips

Controls

1. Select "Surround Settings" and press the
controller.

At a glance

Professional HiFi System*

3. Turn the controller until "Settings" is
selected and press the controller.
4. Select "Audio" and press the controller.

3. Press the controller.
The spatial sound effect is activated.

5. Change to upper field if necessary. Turn the
controller until "Reset" is selected and
press the controller.

Equalizer*
You can set individual sound frequency ranges.
1. Select "Equalizer" and press the controller.

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Reference

Mobility

6. When equipped with two drives:
Select "Yes" and press the controller.

Communications Entertainment

2. Press the controller to open the menu.

Navigation

1. Open the start menu.

Radio

Radio
Your radio provides reception of the FM and AM
wavebands.

Changing stations

Listening to radio

Turn the controller.

Buttons on CD player
Press the knob if the sound output is switched
off.
iDrive, for operating principle refer to page 16.
1. Press the
button.
This opens the start menu.
2. Move the controller backwards to open
"Entertainment".
3. Change to upper field if necessary. Select
"FM" or "AM".

Press the
button for the corresponding
direction.
The system changes to the next displayed station.
You can also change stations with the buttons
on the steering wheel, refer to page 11.

Changing selection criteria
In addition to the stations currently displayed,
you can have stations with another selection
criterion displayed.
You can choose from the following selection
criteria:
> "All stations"*:
Stations that can currently be received in
the "FM" waveband.

4. Press the controller.
Stations are shown on the Control Display on
the basis of various selection criteria, e.g. "Presets".
If "Autostore" does not display any stations or
if the stations displayed can no longer be
received in the AM reception range, to update
the station with the strongest signal, refer to
page 167.

> "Autostore":
The stations with the strongest received
signals in the "AM" waveband.
With High Definition Radio: the stations with
the strongest received signals in the "FM"
waveband.
> "Presets":
Stations you have previously stored, refer to
page 168.
> "Manual":
To set stations that can be received in addition to those displayed, refer to Manually
selecting frequency on page 167.

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Selecting frequency manually

1. Change into the second field from the top.

With "Manual" you can select stations that can
be received in addition to those displayed.

2. Select the selection criterion and press the
controller.

1. Select "FM" or "AM" and press the controller.

At a glance

To change the selection criterion:

Driving tips

3. Select "Manual" and press the controller.

Sampling stations, scan

2. Press the controller.
Other menu items are displayed.
3. Select "Scan" and press the controller.

Updating stations with best reception
If you are on a longer journey and leave the
transmission range of the stations originally set,
you can update the list of stations in the AM
range with the best reception.
1. Select "AM" and press the controller.
2. Change into the second field from the top.
3. Select "Autostore" and press the controller.
"Set" is selected.

The stations are sampled.
To end sampling:

Navigation

1. Select "FM" or "AM" and press the controller.
"Set" is selected.

4. Turn the controller to set a certain frequency.

Communications Entertainment

The system automatically plays a brief sample
from each of the stations on the current waveband.

Controls

2. Change into the second field from the top.

1. Press the controller.
4. Press the controller.
Other menu items are displayed.

Buttons on CD player
To sample the stations, press and hold the
button for the corresponding direction.
To end scanning, press the button again.
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This cancels sampling of the stations, and the
radio remains on the current station.

Mobility

2. Select "Scan" and press the controller.

Radio

5. Select "Autostore" and press the controller.

5. Select "Store" and press the controller.

The display of the stations with the strongest
reception is updated. The frequencies of the
stations are displayed.

6. Turn the controller until the desired memory position is selected.

Storing stations

"Presets" is displayed.

7. Press the controller.
The station is stored.

Via iDrive
1. Select "FM" or "AM" and press the controller.
2. Change into the second field from the top.
Turn the controller until the desired selection criterion is selected and press the controller.
3. Select the desired frequency or station.
"Set" is selected.

The stations of the last selection criterion are
displayed once again after a short time.
From radio readiness, the stations are stored
for the remote control currently in use.

With programmable memory/
direct selection buttons
You can also store a station on the programmable memory/direct selection buttons, also refer
to page 21.
4. Press the controller.
Other menu items are displayed.

1. Select a station.
2.

...
button.

Press and hold the desired

Changing a memory position
1. Select "Presets" and press the controller.
2. Select the desired station.
"Set" is selected.
3. Press the controller.
Other menu items are displayed.
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A digital radio network must be available in
order to receive digital stations.
5. Turn the controller until the desired memory position is selected.
The number of the memory position
appears beside the name or frequency of
the station.
6. Press the controller.
The station is stored.

RDS Radio Data System
In the FM frequency range, additional information is transmitted via RDS. If the reception conditions are good, the station names are shown
on the Control Display. If the reception is weak
or disrupted, it can take some time before the
station names are displayed.

Activating/deactivating digital radio
reception
iDrive, for operating principle refer to page 16.
1. Press the
button.
This opens the start menu.
2. Press the controller to open the menu.
3. Turn the controller until "Settings" is
selected and press the controller.
4. Select "Audio" and press the controller.
5. Change to upper field. Turn the controller
until "HD radio" is selected and press the
controller.

Switching RDS on/off*
1. Select "FM" and press the controller.
"Set" is selected.
2. Press the controller.
Other menu items are displayed.
3. Select "RDS" and press the controller.

6. Select "Off" and press the controller.
The reception of digital stations is activated.

At a glance
Mobility

This symbol is displayed when a station is
being received digitally.

Controls

Many stations transmit both analog and digital
signals. You can receive these stations digitally
and with improved sound quality.

Driving tips

High Definition Radio*

Navigation

The setting is stored for the remote control currently in use.

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4. Select "Store" and press the controller.

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Reference

RDS is activated.

Radio

Updating stations offering digital
reception
If you are on a longer journey and leave the
transmission range of the stations originally set,
you can update the list of stations with the best
reception.
1. Select "FM" or "AM" and press the controller.
With some stations the digital signals are not
transmitted simultaneously with the analog signals. If you are in an area in which the selected
station is not continuously received digitally,
playback changes between analog and digital
reception. This can result in repetitions or interruptions. In this case it may be advisable to
deactivate digital radio reception.

Selecting programs of a digital station*

2. Change into the second field from the top.

Some stations transmit several programs on
one frequency. To select one of these programs:

3. Select "Autostore" and press the controller.

1. Select "FM" or "AM" and press the controller.

4. Press the controller.
Other menu items are displayed.
5. Select "Autostore
troller.

" and press the con-

2. Select "Manual" and press the controller.
3. Select a station that is received digitally.
This symbol is displayed when a station
is being received digitally.
4. Switch to the next program of the digital
station with the
buttons on the radio
or the steering wheel.
You can store a station, refer to page 168.
The display of the stations offering digital
reception is updated. This can take up to 2 minutes.
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With the digital stations, additional information
on the current track is displayed, e.g. the name
of the artist.
1. Select a station and press the controller.

Weather Service. Details are also provided on
the Internet at www.nws.noaa.gov.

Calling up weather news flashes

At a glance

Displaying additional information

1. Select "WB" and press the controller.

2. Select a station.
The station for weather news flashes may be
unavailable in some regions.

Weather Radio is a service of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA)
of the US Department of Trade. Weather news
flashes are repeated every four to six minutes
and are routinely updated at intervals of one to
three hours, and more often when necessary.
Most stations operate 24 hours a day. In case of
a storm, the National Weather Service interrupts the routine weather news and transmits
special warning messages instead. If you have a
question about NOAA Weather Radio, please
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Mobility

Weather news flashes*

Reference

If a digital station is received again when the
station is changed, the additional information
will be displayed again following a brief interruption.

Communications Entertainment

Navigation

The information is displayed.

Driving tips

Controls

2. Select "Details" and press the controller.

Satellite radio

Satellite radio*
You can receive over 100 different channels
with high sound quality.
The channels are offered to you in predefined
packages. To receive the channels of your
choice, you must have this package enabled.
With this new technology the signal may
fail, causing interruptions in reception.<

Enabling or disabling
channels
iDrive, for operating principle refer to page 16.
1. Press the
button.
This opens the start menu.

Enabling
1. Select a channel that has not yet been
enabled and press the controller.
A telephone number and the electronic
serial number, ESN, are displayed.
The electronic serial number is
required for enabling or disabling.<
2. To enable the channels:
Dial the phone number.

Disabling
1. Select an enabled channel and press the
controller.

2. Move the controller backwards to open
"Entertainment".
3. Select "SAT".

2. Select "ESN" and press the controller.
The electronic serial number, ESN, is displayed.
The electronic serial number is
required for disabling.<
4. Press the controller.

3. To disable the channels:
Dial the phone number.

The channels are displayed.
These channels are enabled.

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Select a channel marked with this symbol.

7. Select "Play" and press the controller.

Navigation

> "All channels":
All channels are displayed.
> "Categories":
All channels, sorted by categories, e.g.
news, jazz.

Additional information
The name of the channel and additional information on the current track are displayed, e.g.
the name of the artist.

3. Press the controller.
4. If "Categories" has been selected:
Select the desired category and press the
controller.

Artist

Track

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> "Presets":
Up to twelve channels you have stored
previously.

Mobility

2. Select a menu item:

6. Press the controller.
Other menu items are displayed.

Reference

Channels or categories appear in the Control Display.

Driving tips

Controls

1. Select "SAT" and press the controller.

The channels of this category are displayed.

At a glance

Selecting and storing channel

Satellite radio

Storing channel

Notes

1. Select desired channel.

If no signal can be received for more than four
seconds, a message is displayed on the Control
Display.

2. Press the controller.
Other menu items are displayed.
3. Select "Store" and press the controller.

Reception may not be possible for certain
reasons, e.g. environmental influences or
topographical conditions. The satellite radio
has no influence on this.
The signal may not be available in tunnels or
underground garages, next to tall buildings,
near trees, mountains or other sources of radio
interference.
Reception is usually possible again as soon as
the signal is available again.<

"Presets" is displayed.
4. Turn the controller to select a memory location and press the controller.

The channel is stored. The channels of the last
selection criterion are displayed once again
after a short time.

Changing channel with buttons on
CD player
Press the
button for the corresponding
direction.
The system switches to the next enabled channel.

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3. Change to upper field if necessary. Select
"CD" and press the controller.

Navigation

Starting CD player
Inserting CD
Insert the CD into the drive with the labeled side
up.
The CD is automatically pulled in. Playback
starts automatically if the sound output is on.
For CDs with compressed audio files, it can take
up to approx. 1 minute to read in the data
depending on the directory structure.

Playback starts automatically if the sound output is switched on.

With programmable memory/
direct selection buttons

Via iDrive
Starting playback when there is already a CD in
the drive:
iDrive, for operating principle refer to page 16.
1. Press the
button.
This opens the start menu.
2. Move the controller backwards to open
"Entertainment".

You can store the function CD player on the
programmable memory/direct selection buttons to start the CD player, refer to page 21.

Communications Entertainment

CDs with compressed audio files, i.e. MP3, can
be played by the CD player and CD changer.

Starting CD changer
Filling CD changer, refer to page 179.

Via iDrive
1. Press the
button.
This opens the start menu.
2. Move the controller backwards to open
"Entertainment".

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Mobility

Compressed audio files

4. Change to the second field from the top if
necessary. On vehicles with a CD changer,
select "CD" and press the controller to start
the CD player.

Reference

When equipped with two drives:
The upper drive is for audio CDs.

Driving tips

Controls

Listening to CDs

At a glance

CD player and CD changer*

CD player and CD changer

3. Change to upper field if necessary. Select
"CD" and press the controller.
4. Change to the second field from the top if
necessary. Select the desired CD and press
the controller.

Compressed audio files
1. Select the directory if necessary and press
the controller.

2. Select the track and press the controller.
At the end of the last track, the next CD will be
selected.

With programmable memory/
direct selection buttons
You can store a CD compartment of the CD
changer on the programmable memory/direct
selection buttons to start the CD changer, refer
to page 21.

To change the directory:
Select the directory and press the controller.

Selecting a track
Buttons on CD player
Press the
button for the corresponding
direction repeatedly until you reach the desired
track.
The track is displayed on the Control Display.
You can also change tracks using the buttons
on the steering wheel, refer to page 11.
To exit from the menu:
Select the arrow and press the controller.

Via iDrive

For equipment with two drives, you can store a
certain track on the programmable memory/
direct selection buttons, refer to page 21.

Select a track by turning the controller.
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1. Select the current track and press the controller.
> To sample all tracks of the current directory, select "Scan directory" and press
the controller.

Driving tips

> To sample all tracks of the CD, select
"Scan all" and press the controller.

The information for the current track are displayed.
The setting is stored for the remote control currently in use.

To end sampling:
1. Press the controller.

Sampling tracks, scan

2. Select "Scan directory" or "Scan all" and
press the controller.

The system automatically plays a brief sample
from each of the tracks on the current CD.

This cancels sampling, and the player remains
on the current track.

1. Select "Set" and press the controller.
Other menu items are displayed.

Repeating a track
1. Select "Set" and press the controller.
Other menu items are displayed.

Navigation

2. Select "Details" and press the controller.

2. Select the desired menu item:

Communications Entertainment

1. Press the controller.

At a glance

Compressed audio files

With compressed audio files, you can display
any information stored on the current track, e.g.
the name of the artist.

Controls

Displaying information on track

2. Select "Scan" and press the controller.

2. Select "Scan" and press the controller.
This cancels sampling of the tracks, and the
player remains on the current track.

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1. Press the controller.

Mobility

To end sampling:

CD player and CD changer

2. Select "Repeat" and press the controller.

Random play sequence
In this mode, the tracks on the current CD are
played once in a random sequence.
1. Select "Set" and press the controller.
Other menu items are displayed.
2. Select "Random" and press the controller.
To stop random function:
1. Press the controller.
2. Select "Random" and press the controller.

The current track on the CD is repeated.
To stop repeating:

Compressed audio files

1. Press the controller again.

1. Select the current track and press the controller.

2. Select "Repeat" and press the controller.

Compressed audio files
1. Select the current track and press the controller.
2. Select the desired menu item:
> To repeat the selected track, select
"Repeat track" and press the controller.
> To repeat all tracks of the current directory, select "Repeat directory" and press
the controller.

2. Select the desired menu item:
> To play all tracks of the current directory
in random order, select "Random directory" and press the controller.
> To play all tracks of the CD in random
order, select "Random all" and press the
controller.
To stop random function:
1. Press the controller.
2. Select "Random directory" or "Random all"
and press the controller.

Fast forward/reverse
Buttons on CD player:
Press and hold the
button for the corresponding direction.
The tracks can be listened to with some distortion.
To stop repeating:
1. Press the controller.
2. Select "Repeat track" or "Repeat directory"
and press the controller.

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Do not continue to push on the CD; this may
cause it to jam and prevent it from being
able to eject again.<
4. To fill additional CD compartments:
Repeat steps 1 to 3.

At a glance

CD changer

3. Wait until the CD has been pulled in.
1

LEDs on the CD bay
flash when the CD can be inserted.

Buttons for CD compartments
LED lights up when CD compartment is
filled.

Filling CD changer
1. Press the
button.
The LED on the first empty compartment
flashes.
2. Select another CD compartment if necessary:
Press the
...
button.
3. When the LEDs 1 on the CD bay flash, insert
an individual CD.
The CD is automatically pulled in and
inserted into the selected CD compartment.

4. To fill additional CD compartments:
Repeat steps 2 and 3.

Removing CDs from CD changer
1. Press the

button.

2. Press the
...
button to select the
CD compartment.
The CD is pushed partway out of the CD
changer.
3. Remove the CD.

Removing all CDs from CD changer
1. Hold down the
button.
The CDs are pushed partway out of the CD
changer in sequence.
2. Remove the CDs.

Do not push in the CD until the
LEDs 1 on the CD bay are flashing;
otherwise, the CD or the CD changer may
be damaged.

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Navigation

Do not push in the CD until the
LEDs 1 on the CD bay are flashing;
otherwise, the CD or the CD changer may
be damaged.
Do not continue to push on the CD; this may
cause it to jam and prevent it from being
able to eject again.<

Communications Entertainment

Controls and displays

2. When the LEDs 1 on the CD bay flash, insert
an individual CD.
The CD is automatically pulled in and
inserted into the first available CD compartment.

Mobility

The BMW CD changer for six CDs is installed in
the glove compartment.

Reference

1. Hold down the
button.
The LEDs on the empty CD compartments
flash.

Controls

Filling empty CD compartments

CD player and CD changer

Notes
BMW CD/DVD players and changers are
officially designated Class 1 laser products. Do not operate if the cover is damaged,
otherwise severe eye damage can result.
Do not use self-recorded CDs/DVDs with labels
applied as these can become detached during
playback due to heat buildup and can cause
irreparable damage to the device.
Only use round CDs/DVDs with a standard
diameter of 4.7 in/12 cm and do not play CDs/
DVDs with an adapter, e.g. CD singles, as otherwise the CD/DVD or the adapter can jam and
may no longer eject properly.
Do not use a combined CD/DVD, e.g. DVDPlus,
otherwise the CD/DVD can jam and will no
longer eject.<

When the LEDs stop flashing rapidly, the CD/
DVD changer is once more operational.

Self-recorded CDs/DVDs
Possible reasons for malfunctions with selfrecorded CDs/DVDs are, e.g., inconsistent
data-creation or recording processes, or poor
quality or high age of the CD/DVD blank.
Only label CDs/DVDs on the upper side with a
pen intended for this purpose.

Avoiding damage
Avoid fingerprints, dust, scratches and moisture.
Store CDs/DVDs in a sleeve.
Do not subject CDs/DVDs to temperatures over
1227/50 6, high levels of humidity or direct
sunlight.

General malfunctions
BMW CD/DVD changers and players have been
optimized for performance in vehicles. In some
instances they may be more sensitive to faulty
CDs/DVDs than stationary devices would be.
If a CD/DVD cannot be played, first check if it
has been inserted correctly.

Humidity
High levels of humidity can lead to condensation on the CD/DVD or the laser's scan lens and
temporarily prevent playback.

Malfunctions with individual CDs/DVDs

CDs/DVDs with copy protection
CDs/DVDs are often provided with a copy protection feature by the manufacturer. This can
mean that some CDs/DVDs cannot be played or
can only be played to a limited extent.

Care
If necessary, clean the reflective scanning side
of the CDs/DVDs with a commercially available
cleaning cloth by wiping in straight lines from
the center outward. For additional information
on the care of CDs/DVDs, refer to the Caring for
your vehicle brochure.

If malfunctions occur only with particular CDs/
DVDs, this can be due to one of the following
causes.

Filling the CD/DVD changer or
removing CDs/DVDs
If all of the LEDs on the CD/DVD changer flash
rapidly, then a malfunction is occurring.
To rectify the malfunction:
1. Press the
button.
The CD/DVD last inserted is ejected.
2. Remove the CD/DVD.

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Filling empty DVD compartments
The BMW DVD changer for six DVDs is installed
in the glove compartment.

1. Hold down the
button.
The LEDs on the empty DVD compartments flash.

Controls and displays

2. When the LEDs 1 on the DVD bay flash,
insert an individual DVD.
The DVD is automatically pulled in and
inserted into the first available DVD compartment.
Do not continue to push on the DVDs;
this may cause them to jam and prevent them from being able to eject again.<

LEDs on the DVD bay
Flash when the DVD can be inserted.

Buttons for DVD compartments
The LED lights up when DVD compartment
is filled.

Do not push in the DVD until the
LEDs 1 on the DVD bay are flashing;
otherwise, the DVD or the DVD changer
may be damaged.<

Filling the DVD changer

4. To fill additional DVD compartments:
Repeat steps 2 and 3.

1. Press the
button.
The LED on the first empty compartment
flashes.

Removing DVDs from the DVD changer

2. Select another DVD compartment if necessary:
Press the
...
button.
3. When the LEDs 1 on the DVD bay flash,
insert an individual DVD.
The DVD is automatically pulled in and
inserted into the selected DVD compartment.

1. Press the

At a glance
Controls

button.

2. Press the
...
button in order to
select the DVD compartment.
The DVD is pushed partway out of the DVD
changer.
3. Remove the DVD.
If the DVD is not removed, it is pulled back
in again after about 10 seconds.<

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Mobility

3. Wait until the DVD has been pulled in and
the LEDs 1 on the DVD bay are flashing
again.

Driving tips

4. To fill additional DVD compartments:
Repeat steps 1 to 3.

Navigation

Do not push in the DVD until the
LEDs 1 on the DVD bay are flashing;
otherwise, the DVD or the DVD changer
may be damaged.
Do not continue to push on the DVD; this
may cause it to jam and prevent it from
being able to eject again.<

Reference

Installation position

Communications Entertainment

DVD changer*

DVD changer

Removing all DVDs from the DVD
changer
1. Hold down the
button.
The DVDs are pushed partway out of the
DVD changer in sequence.
2. Remove the DVDs individually.

Malfunctions
If all of the LEDs on the DVD changer flash rapidly, then a malfunction is occurring. In this
case, proceed as follows.

Playing DVDs
Depending on the equipment in your vehicle,
you have the option of playing back both the
audio track and video track of DVDs or only their
audio track.
> Vehicles with two drives: audio and video
playback
> Vehicles with a single drive: audio playback,
refer to page 186

1. Press the
button or
button.
The DVD last inserted is ejected.

Audio and video playback

2. Remove the DVD.
The DVD changer tests the DVD compartments
and the rapid flashing of the LEDs stops. The
DVD changer is once more operational.

For your own safety, the picture only appears in
the Control Display at speeds of up to about
2 mph/3 km/h. For certain national-market versions, the picture does not appear in the Control
Display unless the vehicle is stopped and the
transmission is in Park.

DVD country codes

1. Press the
button.
This opens the start menu.

Your DVD player only plays DVDs with the coding of your home region, e.g. Europe = 2. The
country codes supported by your DVD are contained in the information on your DVD. It is not
possible to change this coding. An overview of
the six coding zones:

2. Move the controller backwards to open
"Entertainment".

Code

Region

USA, Canada

Japan, Europe, Middle East, South
Africa

Southeast Asia

Australia, Central and South America,
New Zealand

Northwest Asia, North Africa

China
DVDs with the code 0 can be played back
on all units.<

3. Change to upper field if necessary. Select
"DVD" and press the controller.
4. Switch into the second field if necessary,
select the desired DVD and press the controller.

It can take a little time for the DVD contents to
be scanned in. Then the DVD is played and the
DVD-specific menu is displayed.

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To cancel fast forward/reverse:
Select the
symbol and press the controller.
The DVD will start play at the point selected.

Forward/reverse using the controller
1. Turn the controller during playback.
Fast forward/reverse is interrupted.
2. Turn the controller further.
The speed is increased.
3. Release the controller.
Fast forward/reverse is interrupted. The
current DVD will start play at the point
selected.

Skip chapter
The DVD control disappears again after a short
time if you have not selected a function.
Function

Exit DVD control
"SET"

"Menu"

You can change to the next or previous chapter
during playback.
1. Press the controller during playback to hide
the DVD control.

Settings for playing DVD

2. Select the
symbol and press
repeatedly until you reach the desired chapter.

Start playback

Or:

Stop playback

Press the
button on the left or right
repeatedly until you reach the desired chapter.

Activating freeze frame
Skip chapter

Making settings for DVD

Fast forward/reverse

With some DVDs, it is only possible to
select language, subtitles, camera angle,
or title by using the DVD-specific menu.
Refer to the information on your DVD for possible selections.<

Open DVD-specific menu

Controls

3. Press the controller repeatedly to increase
the speed of the fast forward/reverse.
The DVD playback will be distorted.

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The DVD control is displayed.

symbol and press the

Navigation

2. Select "DVD control bar" if needed and
press the controller.

2. Select the
controller.

Communications Entertainment

1. Press the controller.

1. Press the controller during playback to hide
the DVD control.

Mobility

During playback:

Forward/reverse with DVD control

At a glance

Fast forward/reverse

Using the DVD control, you can select the title
and chapter, open the DVD-specific menu and
operate functions such as language, fast forward and reverse, or freeze frame.
A DVD can briefly deactivate functions of the
DVD control, under certain circumstances even
while the entire DVD is being played. It is not
possible to operate the DVD control under
these circumstances. In this case, try to make
the selection using the DVD-specific menu.

Reference

DVD control

DVD changer

Tone control

Resetting to defaults:

In DVDs with multichannel or surround sound,
for optimum playback, select an audio track
with multichannel sound and set the tone settings to Surround, refer to Selecting language
on page 184 and Professional HiFi System* on
page 165.

Select "Reset" and press the controller.

Adjusting brightness and contrast
1. Press the controller during playback.
2. Select "SET" and press the controller.
3. Select "Video settings" and press the controller.

DVD format
1. Press the controller during playback.
2. Select "SET" and press the controller.
3. Select "DVD format" and press the controller.

4. Select "Brightness" or "Contrast" and
press the controller.

> "Standard"
> "Zoom": full-screen playback.

Selecting language
1. Press the controller during playback.
2. Select "SET" and press the controller.
5. Turn the controller until the desired setting
is selected.

3. Select "Language" and press the controller.
4. Select language or audio track and press
the controller.

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3. Select "Subtitles" and press the controller.
4. Select the language of the subtitles and
confirm by pressing the controller.

3. Make your selection in the DVD-specific
menu. To do so, move the controller in the
corresponding direction in order to select
the menu items and then press the controller.

Selecting title
1. Press the controller during playback.
2. Select "SET" and press the controller.
3. Select "Title" and press the controller.
4. Select the desired title.

Changing viewing angle
Notes or symbols that appear during the playback of a film generally indicate the availability
of different camera angles. These are usually
only briefly available.

At a glance

2. Select "Menu" and press the controller.
Controls

2. Select "SET" and press the controller.

1. Press the controller during playback.

4. Select "Confirm selection" and press the
controller.
You can also select language, subtitles,
camera angle, or title in the DVD-specific
menu.
Refer to the information on your DVD for possible selections.<

Closing the settings menu
> Select "Return" and press the controller.

1. Press the controller during playback.
2. Select "SET" and press the controller.

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Reference

Mobility

3. Select "Angle of view" and press the controller.

Driving tips

1. Press the controller during playback.

Additional functions may be available on DVDs.
For example, the viewer can select from several
possible plots or display information on the film.

Navigation

Selecting subtitling

Opening DVD-specific menu

Communications Entertainment

The languages and audio tracks are generally
accompanied by an indication of how may
channels are included. 5.1 means multichannel.

DVD changer

Audio playback
In vehicles equipped with a single drive, you
have the option of playing back the audio track
of a DVD, even when no video playback is possible in the vehicle.
1.

button.
This opens the start menu.

Chapter 06 of the selection corresponds to
chapter 4 in title 1 of the DVD.
Display in the status line

Chapter 1

Chapter 2

Chapter 1

3. Change to upper field if necessary. Select
"DVD" and press the controller.

Chapter 2

Chapter 3

4. Switch into the second field if necessary,
select the desired DVD and press the controller.

Chapter 4

Chapter 1

Chapter 2

2. Move the controller backwards to open
"Entertainment".

Title 1

Display in
the chapter
selection

Title 2

Title 3

Since the first title is not played automatically,
the display in the chapter selection can begin
with a higher number than 01.

Displaying DVD audio contents
DVDs are usually divided into titles that are
divided into chapters. The playback begins with
the title that contains the most chapters. For
example, this has the advantage that the introduction of a DVD is not played first.

The behavior during playback of the DVD
can differ, depending on the DVD. It may
not be possible to play some DVDs or the playback may stop before the end. In this case, the
system usually skips to the next DVD in the
DVD changer.<

Selecting chapter
Select the chapter by turning the controller.

All of the chapters, numbered all the way
through, are show, i.e. the numbering is different than on the DVD. The numbering of the
DVD is displayed in the status line.
Example:

If playback does not automatically continue
after the end of a title, then use the controller to
select the next chapter.
A maximum of 99 chapters of a DVD can be
played back.

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> Compressed audio files

MACROVISION
This product includes copyright-protected
technology that is based on a series of registered US patents and the intellectual property
of the Macrovision Corporation and other manufacturers. Use of this copyrighted material
must be approved by Macrovision. Unless otherwise agreed upon with Macrovision, it is only
permissible for correspondingly protected
media to be produced for private use. The
copying of this technology is strictly forbidden.

Dolby
The different languages of the DVD are displayed.
3. Select the desired language and press the
controller.

Controls

> CD-DTS

Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories.
"Dolby", "Pro Logic", "MLP Lossless" and the
double-D symbol are registered trademarks of
Dolby Laboratories.

DTS
"DTS" and "DTS Digital Surround" are registered trademarks of DTS, Inc.

The languages and audio tracks are generally
accompanied by an indication of how may
channels are included. 5.1 means multichannel.

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Driving tips

2. Select "Language / Audio format" and press
the controller.

> CD-DA

Navigation

1. Select "Set" and press the controller.
Other menu items are displayed.

> Video CD

Communications Entertainment

If there are different languages on a DVD, you
can select the language.

> DVD video

Mobility

Selecting audio language

The DVD changer can play back the following
formats:

Reference

In DVDs with multichannel or surround sound,
for optimum playback, select an audio track
with multichannel sound, refer to Selecting
audio language, and set the tone settings to
Surround, refer to Professional HiFi System* on
page 165.

At a glance

Notes

Tone control

AUX-In connection

AUX-In connection
You can connect an external audio device, e.g.
an MP3 player, and play the sound via the vehicle loudspeakers. The sound can be adjusted
via iDrive.

Connecting
Open the lid of the center armrest.

Starting audio playback
The audio device must be switched on.

Via iDrive
iDrive, for operating principle refer to page 16.
1. Press the
button.
This opens the start menu.
2. Move the controller backwards to open
"Entertainment".
3. Change to upper field if necessary. Turn the
controller until "AUX" is selected and press
the controller.

Connection for audio playback:
TRS connector 1/8 in/3.5 mm

To play audio tracks through the car's loudspeaker system, connect the headphone or
line-out port of the device with the AUX-In connection.

4. Select "AUX IN" and press the controller.
5. Adjust volume and sound if necessary.

With programmable memory/
direct selection buttons
You can save the function "AUX" on the programmable memory/direct selection buttons to
start audio playback, refer to page 21.

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Connecting

During the transfer you can select the tracks via
the directories and file names.

Open the lid of the center armrest.

Following the transfer you can call up the tracks
via the information and playback lists.
The information of up to four USB devices or for
a total of approx. 20,000 tracks can be stored in
the vehicle.
If a fifth USB device is connected or if more than
20,000 tracks are to be stored, then the information about existing tracks is deleted if necessary.

Connection for audio playback:
TRS connector 1/8 in/3.5 mm

USB interface

Music tracks with integrated Digital
Rights Management (DRM) cannot be
played.<

iPod
To connect the iPod, use the BMW cable
adapter for Apple iPods. For more information,
please contact a BMW Sports Activity Vehicle
Center or consult our website: www.bmw.com
For audio playback via the vehicle loudspeakers, connect the iPod to the connections 1
and 2.
The menu structure of the iPod is supported by
the USB audio interface.

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At a glance

After connecting for the first time, the information of all tracks (e.g. artist, music genres) and
the playback lists of the USB device are transferred to the vehicle. This process can take
some time. The time required is dependent on
the USB device and on the number of tracks.

Controls

Due to the large number of audio devices available on the market, operation via the vehicle
cannot be ensured for every audio device.
Ask your BMW Sports Activity Vehicle Center
which audio devices are suitable.

Driving tips

For audio playback via the vehicle loudspeakers, connect the USB device to the connection 2.

Navigation

The common audio files, e.g. MP3, WMA, WAV
(PCM) and AAC, as well as playback lists in the
M3U format can be played back.

Communications Entertainment

Use a flexible adapter cable for connection to protect the USB interface and your
USB device against mechanical damage.<

Mobility

USB device

You can connect audio devices to the USB
audio interface, e.g. an iPod or a USB device
(MP3 player, USB memory stick). You can then
operate these with iDrive.

Reference

USB audio interface*

USB audio interface

Starting audio playback
Via iDrive
If the audio device has a device name, this will
be displayed if possible.
1. Press the
button.
This opens the start menu.
2. Move the controller backwards to open
"Entertainment".

Selecting a track
You can call up the tracks via the playback lists
and information. With USB devices you can also
call up the tracks via the file directory. The titles
can be displayed if they are stored in the Latin
alphabet.
1. Make your selection, e.g. "Playlists" or
"Artists", and press the controller.

3. Change to upper field if necessary. Turn the
controller until "AUX" is selected and press
the controller.

2. Select the track and press the controller.

Displaying information on track
4. Select "USB" or the name of the audio
device and press the controller.

You can display any information stored on the
current track, e.g. the name of the artist.
1. Press the controller during playback.
2. Select "Details" and press the controller.

The playback starts with the first track.

With programmable memory/
direct selection buttons

The information for the current track are displayed.

You can save the function "USB" on the programmable memory/direct selection buttons to
start audio playback, refer to page 21.

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1. Select the current track and press the controller.

Do not subject the audio device to
extreme environmental conditions, e.g.
extremely high temperatures, refer to the operating instructions of the audio device. Otherwise the audio device may be damaged, impairing driving safety while driving.<

2. Select "Repeat track" and press the controller.

Depending on the configuration of the audio
files, e.g. bit rates greater than 256 Kbit/s,
proper playback cannot always be ensured.

At a glance

Notes

Controls

Repeating a track

2. Select "Repeat track" and press the controller.

Random play sequence
You can play back the tracks of the selected list
in random order, e.g. all tracks of an artist.
1. Select the current track and press the controller.

> Do not use force when plugging the connector into the USB interface.
> Do not connect any devices, e.g. fans or
lamps, to the USB audio interface.
> Do not connect USB hard disks.
> Do not use the audio interface to recharge
external devices.

2. Select "Random" and press the controller.
To end random playback:
1. Press the controller.
2. Select "Random" and press the controller.

Fast forward/reverse
Buttons on the steering wheel or on the CD
player:

Mobility

button for the corre-

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Reference

Press and hold the
sponding direction.

Navigation

1. Press the controller.

Communications Entertainment

To stop repeating:

> The USB audio interface supplies the connected audio device with power, provided
the audio device supports this function.
Therefore, do not connect the USB audio
device to a socket in the vehicle during
operation.

Driving tips

Information on connection

DVD system in rear

DVD system in rear*
With the DVD system in the rear you can play
CDs and DVDs with audio, video and image
data. External audio and video devices can also
be connected and played via the DVD system in
the rear.
Tone output is possible both via headphones
and via the vehicle loudspeakers.

Controls

You can operate the DVD system in the rear
with the buttons on the CD/DVD player or with
the remote control.
Some functions can only be operated
with the remote control.<

Enabling DVD system
Enable the DVD system with iDrive. For operating principle refer to page 16.
1. Press the
button.
This opens the start menu.
2. Press the controller to open the menu.
3. Select "Settings" and press the controller.
4. Select "Unlock rear menu" and press the
controller.
5. Select "Rear enabled" and press the controller.

Display screen

Infrared interface for headphones

CD/DVD player

Headphone connection:
Jack plug 1/8 in/3.5 mm

12 V sockets, refer to page 122

Folding in display screen
When using the ski bag or when transporting
bulky pieces of luggage, the display screen
should be folded in, as otherwise it may be damaged.

The DVD system is enabled.

Do not open the covers of the center armrest or rest your arm on the display screen
with the display screen folded in, as otherwise
the display screen may be damaged.<

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The display screen is folded out in the reverse
order.

CD/DVD player

Remote control

Controls

Press: switching DVD system on/off
Turn: volume for headphones on left

Eject CD, DVD

Start of track, reverse
Stop
Playback, pause, hold screen
Next track, fast forward

CD/DVD bay

Connection for external device:
Cinch sockets with protective cap

Press: switching DVD system on/off
Turn: volume for headphones on right

Menu navigation

Volume for headphones with jack plug

Change track or chapter with CD or DVD
playback, fast forward/reverse

Switch over headphones right/left

Open start menu for DVD system

At a glance
Controls

Menu navigation
You can navigate through the menus with the
knurled wheel 1 and the buttons 1. For operating principle also refer to iDrive, page 16.
> Turn the knurled wheel 1:
Selecting a menu item.
> Press buttons 1:
Changing between fields.

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Mobility

2. Fold in display screen, arrow 2.

Reference

1. Turn display screen, arrow 1.
The display screen switches off.

When using infrared headphones, the
infrared connection between the headphones and the infrared interface may not be
interrupted. This means that no obstacle may
be located between them and the cover of the
infrared interface may not be covered or
scratched. Unfavorable lighting conditions,
such as glaring ambient light, can result in poor
reception.<

Driving tips

Ask your BMW Sports Activity Vehicle Center
which infrared headphones are supported by
the infrared interface.

Navigation

You can connect headphones with a jack plug
1/8 in/3.5 mm or operate them using the infrared interface.

Communications Entertainment

Connecting headphones

DVD system in rear

> Press the
button:
Activating menu item.

3. Select "AUX / Rear" and press the controller.

Changing batteries

1. Press the detent and remove the cover.
2. Change the batteries. The type and installation position are marked on the bottom of
the battery compartment.

Switching DVD system on/off
Press the button on the CD/DVD player.
The DVD system switches on automatically
when a CD or DVD is inserted.

3. Close the cover.
Return used batteries to a recycling collection point or to your BMW Sports
Activity Vehicle Center.<

Sound output via
loudspeakers
In addition to the headphones, you can also play
the sound via the vehicle loudspeakers.

Playing CD/DVD
The menu item with which the contents of the
CD/DVD can be called up is dependent on the
data on a CD or DVD:
> Video data via "DVD"
> Audio data via "CD"
> Images via "Photo"

As soon as a plug is inserted in the AUX-In connection in the center console, the sound output
of the DVD system via the vehicle loudspeakers
is interrupted.
iDrive, for operating principle refer to page 16.
1. Press the
button.
This opens the start menu.
2. Move the controller backwards to open
"Entertainment".

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USA, Canada

Japan, Europe, Middle East, South
Africa

Southeast Asia

Australia, Central and South America,
New Zealand

Northwest Asia, North Africa

China

1. Press the
button on the remote control during playback.

Starting playback
1. Push the CD/DVD into the drive with the
labeled side facing upward.
The CD/DVD is automatically pulled in.
> Playback usually begins automatically
after a few seconds.

2. Press the
buttons on the remote control
or turn the knurled wheel to select the
desired function.
3. Press the

> If playback does not begin automatically:
Select "DVD".
Press the
button.
2. If the DVD control or the DVD-specific
menu is displayed for a DVD, select the
desired option for menu guidance with the
remote control buttons.

Function

Exit DVD control
"SET"

Stop playback
Activate and deactivate freeze
frame

button on the CD/DVD player.

You can control the playback with the buttons
on the CD/DVD player or the DVD control.
Video CDs, VCD, and Super Video CDs,
SVCD, can be played like DVDs if they do
not have a DVD menu of their own.<

Ejecting CD/DVD
Press the button on the CD/DVD player.
The DVD emerges slightly from the drive.

Settings for playing DVD
Start playback

Or:
Press the

button.

At a glance
Controls

Region

Driving tips

Code

Navigation

An overview of the coding zones:

Communications Entertainment

Your DVD player only plays DVDs with the coding of your home region, e.g. Europe = 2. The
country codes supported by your DVD are contained in the information on your DVD.

With the DVD control, you can select the track
and chapter, open the DVD-specific menu and
operate functions such as Language, Fast forward and Reverse or Freeze frame.
A DVD can briefly deactivate functions of the
DVD control, under certain circumstances while
the entire DVD is being played. It is not possible
to operate the DVD control under these circumstances. In this case, try to make the selection
using the DVD-specific menu.

Skip chapter
Fast forward/reverse
"Menu"

Open DVD-specific menu

The DVD control disappears again after a short
time if you have not selected a function.

Mobility

Country codes of DVDs

DVD control

Or:
Press the
button on the remote control
to exit the DVD control.

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Reference

Playing videos from CD/DVD

DVD system in rear

Fast forward/reverse

Freeze frame

Forward/reverse with DVD control

1. Press the
button on the remote control during playback.

1. Press the
button on the remote control during playback.
2. Select the

symbol.

3. Press the

button.

4. Press the
button several times to
increase the fast forward/reverse speed.
The DVD playback will be distorted.
To cancel fast forward/reverse:
1. Select the

symbol.

2. Press the

button.

3. Press the

Or:
Press the

button on the CD/DVD player.

The DVD will start play at the point selected.

Forward/reverse with remote control
Press and hold the
the desired point.

2. Select the

button until you reach

symbol.
button.

To continue playback:
1. Select the
2. Press the

symbol.

button.

As an alternative you can also stop and continue playback with the
button on the CD/
DVD player.

Or:

Making settings for DVD

1. During playback, turn the knurled wheel.
Fast forward/reverse is interrupted.

1. Press the

button during playback.

2. Continue to turn the knurled wheel.
The speed is increased.
3. Press the
button on the CD/DVD player.
Fast forward/reverse is interrupted.
The DVD will start play at the point selected.

Skipping chapter
You can change to the next or previous chapter
during playback.
1. Press the
button on the remote control during playback.
2. Select the

symbol.

3. Press the
button repeatedly, continuing
until you reach the desired chapter.
Or:
Press the
button on the left or right on the
remote control repeatedly until you reach the
desired chapter.

2. Make the settings with the remote control:
> "Video settings":
> "Brightness", "Color" and "Contrast" of
screen display
> Additional settings can be made after
changing to the top field.
"Language": system language of DVD
system in rear.
"Display": background brightness of
screen.

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> "Language":
Language or sound track of DVD playback.
The language advances one setting each
time the menu item is selected.

To make a selection:

> "Subtitles":
Language of subtitles
"00 n/a": no subtitles.

2. Press the

> "Title":
Selection of a single track of the DVD.
> "Angle of view":
Camera angle
Notes or symbols that appear during the
playback of a film generally point out different camera angles. These are usually only
briefly available.

1. Use the buttons on the remote control to
select the desired function in the DVD-specific menu.
button.

You can also select language, subtitles,
camera angle, or track in the DVD-specific menu.
Observe the information on your DVD.<

Compressed video files
Playback
1. Select the directory if necessary.

> "Menu":
Call up the DVD-specific menu.
> "Return":
Exit menu or:
Press the
buttons on the remote control.
Many DVDs offer dialogs and subtitles in various languages or scene descriptions for the
hearing impaired. These functions are stored
on the DVD.

2. Press the

button.

With some DVDs, it is only possible to
select language, subtitles, camera angle,
or track by using the DVD-specific menu.
Refer to the information on your DVD for possible selections.
Entries marked in gray in the menus cannot be
selected.<

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Controls

button.

On some DVDs, selecting "Menu"
and "Title" gives you the option of
choosing from additional menus.<

Driving tips

> "Zoom": full-screen playback.

3. Press the

Navigation

> "Standard"

2. Select "Menu".

Communications Entertainment

> "DVD format":

1. Press the
button on the remote control during playback.

Mobility

> "Reset":
The settings are reset to the default
value.

Additional functions may be available on DVDs.
For example, it is possible to select from several
possible plots or display information on the film.

Reference

> "Treble / Bass" and "Balance":
Separately adjustable for the left and
right-hand headphones and the infrared
headphones.

At a glance

Opening DVD-specific menu

> "Tone":

DVD system in rear

> "Repeat track":
Repeat the selected track.

3. Select a track.

> "Repeat directory":
Repeat the tracks in the current directory.
4. Press the

button.

Playing audio tracks from
CD/DVD
4. Press the

button.

5. Select "Play".

Start playback
Push the CD/DVD into the drive with the labeled
side facing upward.
The CD/DVD is automatically pulled in.
> Playback begins automatically after a
few seconds.
> If playback does not begin automatically:
Select "CD".
Press the
button.

6. Press the

button.

To change the directory:
1. Select the directory.

For CDs/DVDs with compressed audio files,
refer to page 199, it may take several minutes to
read the data depending on the directory structure.
To start playback when there is already a
CD/DVD in the drive:
1. Open the start menu with the remote control.
2. Select "CD".

2. Press the

button.

Playback functions
1. Select a track.
2. Press the

button.

3. Select a menu item:
> "Play":
Start playback.

As an alternative you can also control the playback with the buttons on the CD/DVD player.
To eject CD/DVD:
Press the

button on the CD/DVD player.

> "Pause":
Stop and continue playback.
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> "Random":
In this mode, the tracks on the CD/DVD are
played once in a random sequence.

Press the
button for the corresponding
direction repeatedly or turn the knurled wheel
until you reach the desired track.
Playback begins at the start of the track.

> "Repeat":
Repeat the current track. Select again to
end.

Fast forward/reverse
Buttons on the CD/DVD player:
Press and hold the
sponding direction.

button for the corre-

Remote control:
Press and hold the
the desired point.

button until you reach

Compressed audio files
Settings and playback functions for
audio CDs/DVDs

With some CDs/DVDs playback may automatically start with the first track.

1. Select "SET".

Playback

2. Press the

1. Select the directory if necessary.

button.

3. Make the settings with the remote control:

2. Press the

Navigation

Via the remote control

> "Scan":
Automatically briefly sample all tracks of the
CD/DVD consecutively.

Communications Entertainment

Press the
button for the corresponding
direction repeatedly until you reach the desired
track.
Playback begins at the start of the track.

At a glance

Buttons on CD/DVD player

Controls

> "Pause":
Stop and continue playback.

Driving tips

Selecting a track

button.

> "Reset":
The settings are reset to the default
value.
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Reference

> "Treble / Bass" and "Balance":
Separately adjustable for the left and
right-hand headphones and the infrared
headphones.

Mobility

> "Tone":

DVD system in rear

> "Reset":
The settings are reset to the default
value.

3. Select a track.

> "Pause":
Stop or continue playback.
> "Scan directory":
Briefly sample the tracks in the current
directory.
> "Scan all":
Briefly sample all tracks.
4. Press the

button.

To change the directory:
1. Select the directory.

> "Random directory":
Play the tracks in the current directory in a
random sequence.
> "Random all":
Play all tracks in a random sequence.
> "Repeat track":
Repeat the selected track.
> "Repeat directory":
Repeat the tracks in the current directory.
> "Details":
Display any stored information on the current track.

2. Press the

button.

Settings and playback functions for
compressed audio files
1. Select a track.
2. Press the

button.

3. Make the settings with the remote control:

Displaying images from
CD/DVD
1. Push the CD/DVD into the drive with the
labeled side facing upward.
The CD/DVD is automatically pulled in.
2. Open the start menu with the remote control.
3. Select "Photo".
4. Press the

button.

> "Tone":
> "Treble / Bass" and "Balance":
Separately adjustable for the left and
right-hand headphones and the infrared
headphones.

Adjusting

1. Select the subdirectory if necessary.

1. Press the

button.

4. Scroll through the overview with the menu
guidance of the remote control.

Function

Return to the photo menu
"SET"

If a symbol is shown instead of an image,
the image cannot be shown in the overview.<

"Display": adjusting the brightness of the screen.
"Language": the language of the
system can be set after changing
to the top field
Start slide show.

Displaying images
1. Select an image with the buttons of the
remote control.
2. Press the

button.

Show first/last image
Rotate image by 90°
"Overview" Change to image overview
3. Press the

button.

Ending display
1. Press the
2. Select the
3. Press the

button.
symbol.
button.

Ejecting CD/DVD
3. Select type of display:

Press the

button on the CD/DVD player.

Navigation

3. Press the
button.
It may take some time until the overview is
completely displayed.

Communications Entertainment

2. Select a menu item:

Driving tips

Controls

2. Select "Overview".

At a glance

Displaying overview

Reference

> Show slide show:
Turn the knurled wheel to set the display
duration and the sequence of the display.
Stop slide show:
Select "Stop".

Mobility

> Scroll with the menu guidance buttons
of the remote control.

DVD system in rear

Information on CD/DVD
player

To play the information on the other side, turn
over the DVD.

Supported formats

Safety notes
The BMW CD/DVD player is a Class 1
laser product. Do not operate if the cover
is damaged or open, otherwise severe eye damage can result.<

Depending on the compression method used,
not all files of the specified formats can be
opened.

Images

Suitable media

JPEG/JPG

Do not use self-recorded CDs/DVDs with
labels applied as these can become
detached during playback due to heat buildup
and can cause irreparable damage to the
device.
Only use round CDs/DVDs with a standard
diameter of 4.7 in/12 cm.
Never play CDs/DVDs with adapters, e.g. single-CDs, as otherwise the CDs or the adapter
can jam and may not be ejected.
Never use combined CD/DVD, e.g. DVDPlus or
hybrid disks, as otherwise the CD/DVD can jam
and may not be ejected.<

With very large image files, it may take a longer
time until the images are shown.

The CD/DVD player can play the following
media:
> Video DVD
> CD-DA (Audio CD)

Compressed audio files
> MP3
> WMA
> OGG
> AAC

Compressed video files
> VCD
> SVCD
> MPEG1
> MPEG2
> MPEG4

> CDs/DVDs with compressed image files

Digital Rights Management DRM

> CDs/DVDs with compressed audio files

It may not be possible to play CDs/DVDs with
integrated Digital Rights Management.

> CDs/DVDs with compressed video files
DVD Audio and SACD are not supported by the
DVD player. However, many audio DVDs available in stores also contain a video track in the
DVD Video format in addition to the audio track.
These DVDs can be played back by the DVD
player. Please refer to the information on your
DVD to determine whether your audio DVD
contains an additional video track.
Depending on the authoring used, it is possible
that not all functions are available during playback.

General malfunctions
The BMW CD/DVD player is optimized for operation in the vehicle. It may react more sensitively to defective CDs/DVDs than devices
intended for stationary use.
If a CD/DVD cannot be played, first check
whether it has been inserted correctly.
Make sure that no foreign bodies or liquids enter the CD-/DVD bay, as otherwise
the CD/DVD player will be damaged.<

Dual-sided DVDs available from retail suppliers
are coated on both sides and bear no markings.
This means both sides are information carriers.

External device

High levels of humidity can lead to condensation on the CD/DVD or the laser's scan lens and
temporarily prevent playback.

Connecting

At a glance

Humidity

Malfunctions with individual CDs/DVDs

Power supply for external device: sockets
with removable cap, also refer to page 121

Only label CDs/DVDs on the side with the label
using a pen intended for this purpose.

Damaged CDs/DVDs
Avoid fingerprints, dust, scratches and moisture.
Store CDs/DVDs in a sleeve.
Do not subject CDs/DVDs to temperatures over
122 7/50 6, high levels of humidity or direct
sunlight.

CDs/DVDs with copy protection
CDs/DVDs are often provided with a copy protection feature by the manufacturer. As a result,
some CDs/DVDs cannot be played, can only be
played to a limited degree, or cause the system
to switch off. In this case, wait a short while and
then switch the system back on again. Then
remove the CD/DVD from the drive.

Playback
1. Switch on the external device and start the
playback.
2. Open the start menu with the remote control.
3. Select "AUX".
4. Press the

button.

CDs/DVDs with compressed audio files
If the language set for the CD/DVD player does
not match the language of the music track, the
music tracks may be displayed incorrectly.

Care instructions
Do not use cleaning CDs with a brush.

For devices without a video signal, e.g. MP3
players, "No video signal" is shown. The sound
is nevertheless played.

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Connections for audio/video cables:
Watch the colors of the sockets when connecting.
Yellow socket: video
White socket: audio left
Red socket: audio right

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Mobility

Possible reasons for malfunctions with copied
or self-recorded CDs/DVDs are, e.g., inconsistent data-creation or recording processes, or
poor quality or high age of the CD/DVD blank.

Reference

Copied or self-recorded CDs/DVDs

Driving tips

Controls

If malfunctions occur only with particular CDs/
DVDs, this can be due to one of the following
causes.

DVD system in rear

Settings for external devices
1. Press the

button during playback.

> "Video Format":
> "Standard"
> "Zoom": full-screen playback

2. Make the settings with the remote control:
> "Video settings":
> "Brightness", "Color" and "Contrast" of
video playback.
> "NTSC color":
The color can be adjusted on an external
device with the NTSC standard.
> "Standard":
The DVD system in the rear can be
adapted to external devices with various
TV standards. When doing so, also refer
to the operating manual of the external
device.
> "Reset":
The settings are reset to the default
value.
> "Tone":
> "Treble / Bass" and "Balance" can be
adjusted for the left and right-hand
headphones and the infrared headphones.
> "Reset":
Your settings are reset.
> Additional settings can be made after
changing to the top field.
"Audio": adjust the volume of the external device to the volume of the CD/DVD
player.
"Language": system language of the
DVD system in the rear.
"Display": background brightness of
screen.

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At a glance

Communications
This chapter summarizes how to operate your
mobile phone using iDrive or voice control and
how to use BMW Assist or TeleService.

Telephoning

Telephoning*
The concept

Suitable mobile phones

Your BMW is equipped with a full mobile phone
preparation package. After pairing a suitable
mobile phone in the vehicle once, you can operate the mobile phone via iDrive, with the buttons
on the steering wheel and by voice.

Ask your BMW Sports Activity Vehicle Center
which mobile phones with a Bluetooth interface
are supported by the mobile phone preparation
package or which mobile phones snap-in
adapters are available for. These mobile phones
support the functions described in this Owner's
Manual with a certain software version. Malfunctions can occur with other mobile phones.

A mobile phone that has been paired once is
automatically detected again with the engine
running or the ignition switched on as soon as
it is in the vehicle interior. The pairing data of up
to four mobile phones can be stored simultaneously. If several mobile phones are detected
simultaneously, the respective last mobile
phone paired can be operated via the vehicle.

Using a phone in your vehicle
Using snap-in adapter*
The so-called snap-in adapter, a mobile phone
cradle, enables the battery to be charged and
the mobile phone to be connected to the external antenna of your vehicle. This ensures
improved network reception and a consistent
voice reproduction quality. Ask your BMW
Sports Activity Vehicle Center which mobile
phones snap-in adapters are offered for.

For your safety
A car phone makes life more convenient in
many ways, and can even save lives in an emergency. While you should consult your mobile
phone's separate operating instructions for a
detailed description of safety precautions and
information, we request that you direct your
particular attention to the following:
Only make entries when the traffic situation allows you to do so. Do not hold the
mobile phone in your hand while you are driving;
use the hands-free system instead. If you do
not observe this precaution, your being distracted can endanger vehicle occupants and
other road users.<

Care instructions
You can find what you need to know about caring for your mobile phone in the Caring for your
vehicle brochure and in the separate mobile
phone operating instructions.

Operating options
You can operate the mobile phone* using:
> Buttons on steering wheel, refer to page 11
> iDrive, refer to page 214
> Voice commands, refer to page 219
> Programmable memory/direct selection
buttons, refer to page 21
Avoid operating a mobile phone detected by
the vehicle with the keypad of the mobile
phone, otherwise malfunctions can occur.

Placing phone calls with BMW Assist
system*: BMW Assist calls
You can use the BMW Assist system via the
hands-free unit for BMW Assist calls.
When the status information "Communication"
or "BMW Assist" is displayed in "BMW Service", only BMW Assist calls are possible.
It may not be possible to establish a telephone
connection using the mobile phone while a connection is being established to BMW Assist
or while a call to BMW Assist is already in

> Suitable mobile phone: the mobile phone is
supported by the full mobile phone preparation package. Information on this subject is
also provided on the Internet at:
www.bmw.com

Preparation via iDrive
iDrive, for operating principle refer to page 16.
3. Press the
menu.

button to open the start

> The mobile phone is ready to operate.
> The Bluetooth link on the vehicle, refer to
page 213, and on the mobile phone is
active.
> Depending on the mobile phone, presettings on the mobile phone are necessary,
e.g. via the following menu items:
> Bluetooth activated
> Connection not with confirmation

4. Press the controller to open the menu.
5. Select "Settings" and press the controller.

> Reconnect
> Depending on the mobile phone model, the
setting energy saving mode can, for example, result in vehicle failing to detect the
paired mobile phone.
> For pairing, specify any desired number as
the Bluetooth passkey, e.g. 1. This Bluetooth passkey is no longer required following successful logon.
> The ignition is switched on.

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The following prerequisites must be met:

2. Switch on the ignition by pressing the Start/
Stop button without depressing the brake
pedal.

Driving tips

Logging on mobile phone on vehicle

1. Insert the remote control as far as possible
into the ignition lock.

6. Select "Bluetooth" and press the controller.

Reference

Mobility

Only pair the mobile phone with the vehicle stopped, otherwise the passengers
and other road users can be endangered due to
a lack of attentiveness on the part of the
driver.<

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Commissioning

Switching on ignition

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progress. If this happens, you must log off the
mobile phone from the vehicle if you wish to
place a call with the mobile phone.

Telephoning

7. Change into the second field from the top,
select "Phone" and press the controller.

Preparation with mobile phone
10. Additional operations must be carried out
on the mobile phone and differ depending
on the model, refer to the operating instructions of your mobile phone, e.g. find, connect or pair under Bluetooth device.
The Bluetooth name of the vehicle is also
shown on the mobile phone display.
11. Select the Bluetooth name of the vehicle on
the mobile phone display.

8. Select "Pair new phone" and press the controller.

Pairing
Depending on your mobile phone, you will first
be requested consecutively via the display of
your mobile phone or iDrive to enter the Bluetooth passkey you specified.
12. Enter the Bluetooth passkey.
Depending on the mobile phone, approx.
30 seconds are available for entering the
Bluetooth passkey on the mobile phone
and on the Control Display.

9. Select "Start pairing" and press the controller.

13. Change into the third field from the top,
select "Confirm passkey" and press the
controller.
The Bluetooth name of the vehicle is displayed.

14. Wait a few seconds until the "Communication" menu appears.
The next time you use the mobile phone in the
vehicle interior, it will be detected within a maximum of 2 minutes with the engine running or
the ignition switched on.
With some mobile phone models it may
be necessary to make certain settings for
a permanent Bluetooth link, e.g. via the menu
item Authorization or Secure connection, refer
to the operating instructions of your mobile
phone.<

1. Select "Restart pairing" and press the controller.

Controls

If not all phone book entries are displayed:
> Transfer all phone book entries from the
SIM card to the mobile phone if necessary.
> It may not be possible to display phone
book entries with special characters.
Up to four mobile phones can be paired consecutively. When you pair a fifth mobile phone, the
pairing data of the mobile phone for which the
pairing data were stored first in the vehicle will
be deleted.

At a glance

To repeat pairing:

2. Repeat steps 9 to 14.
If pairing was repeatedly unsuccessful, contact
BMW Customer Relations.
To call BMW Customer Relations:
Select "Help" and press the controller.

Driving tips

As soon as a mobile phone is detected by the
vehicle, the phone book entries stored on the
SIM card or on your mobile phone are transmitted to your vehicle. This transmission is dependent on your mobile phone, refer to the operating instructions of your mobile phone if
necessary, and can take several minutes.

> Is the mobile phone supported by the
mobile phone preparation package? Information on this subject is also provided on
the Internet at: www.bmw.com.
> Do the Bluetooth passkeys on the mobile
phone and the vehicle match? The same
Bluetooth passkey must be entered both on
the mobile phone display and via iDrive.
> Have you required longer than 30 seconds
to enter the Bluetooth passkey?
> Only a limited number of devices can be
connected to the mobile phone. Delete the
connection to other devices if necessary.

Reference

Mobility

> The mobile phone no longer reacts? Switch
the mobile phone off and then on again or
disconnect the power supply.

The phone number of BMW Customer Relations and information required for pairing is
shown on the display. With mobile phones
already paired, you can select the phone number of BMW Customer Relations to establish
the connection.

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Check if pairing is unsuccessful

Telephoning

List of paired mobile phones
The mobile phones for which the vehicle has
stored the pairing data can be displayed. If several paired mobile phones are detected by the
vehicle simultaneously, you can operate the
mobile phone highest up in the list via the vehicle.

7. Select "Move device up" and press the controller.

You can change the order of the mobile phones
in the list. As long as a mobile phone is selected
in this list, the mobile phones cannot be operated via the vehicle.
iDrive, for operating principle refer to page 16.
1. Press the
menu.

button to open the start

The selected mobile phone is moved upward by
one position.

2. Press the controller to open the menu.

Unpairing mobile phone from vehicle

3. Select "Settings" and press the controller.

If you no longer want to operate a mobile phone
via the vehicle, you can delete the pairing data
of the mobile phone.

4. Select "Bluetooth" and press the controller.
5. Change into the second field from the top,
select "Phone" and press the controller.
6. Select the desired mobile phone.
With two drives:
> Move the controller to the rear to change
to the bottom field.
> Select the desired mobile phone and
press the controller.
With a single drive:
> Select the desired mobile phone and
press the controller.

iDrive, for operating principle refer to page 16.
1. Switch off the mobile phone.
2. Press the
menu.

button to open the start

3. Press the controller to open the menu.
4. Select "Settings" and press the controller.
5. Select "Bluetooth" and press the controller.
"Bluetooth" is selected.
6. Change into the second field from the top,
select "Phone" and press the controller.
7. Select the desired mobile phone.
With two drives:
> Move the controller to the rear to change
to the bottom field.
> Select the desired mobile phone and
press the controller.
With a single drive:
> Select the desired mobile phone and
press the controller.

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5. Change into the second field from the top,
select "Settings" and press the controller.

6. Select "Bluetooth communication active"
and press the controller to activate or deactivate the link.

Activating/deactivating Bluetooth link
Bluetooth technology is not approved in
all countries. Observe the applicable local
regulations. Temporarily deactivate the Bluetooth link between the vehicle and the mobile
phone if necessary.
If the Bluetooth link is deactivated, you cannot
operate your mobile phone via the vehicle and
other devices with a Bluetooth interface can be
used via the mobile phone, e.g. a laptop computer.<

The Bluetooth link is activated.
The Bluetooth link is deactivated.

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The unpaired mobile phone is deleted from the
list.
The phone book entries and the lists of stored
phone numbers are also deleted.

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8. Select "Delete device" and press the controller.

Controls

4. Select "Bluetooth" and press the controller.

To temporarily deactivate the Bluetooth link
between your vehicle and your mobile phone:

2. Press the controller to open the menu.
3. Select "Settings" and press the controller.

Mobility

button to open the start

Reference

1. Press the
menu.

Telephoning

Adjusting volume

speech quality during a call, we recommend
that you:
> Reduce background noises, e.g. by closing
the windows, reducing the air volume of the
automatic climate control or pointing the
opened front air vents downward
> Reduce volume of hands-free system

Requirements
Turn the knob during a call to select the desired
volume.
This volume for the hands-free system is maintained, even if the other audio sources are set to
minimum volume.
You can also adjust the volume with buttons on
the steering wheel, refer to page 10.
The setting is stored for the remote control currently in use.

Operation via iDrive
You can operate the following functions via
iDrive:

> The pairing data of the mobile phone are
stored in the vehicle and the mobile phone
is ready to operate.
> The engine is running or the ignition is
switched on.
> The mobile phone is detected by the vehicle.

Opening Communication
You operate many of the functions described in
the following via the "Communication" menu.
iDrive, for operating principle refer to page 16.
1. Press the
menu.

button to open the start

> Accepting/refusing a call
> Dialing phone numbers
> Dialing phone numbers from the phone
book
> Dialing stored phone numbers, e.g. from the
list of accepted calls.
> Ending a call
When the ignition and radio readiness are
switched off, e.g. after removing the remote
control from the ignition lock, you can continue
an ongoing call via the hands-free system for no
more than 25 minutes.

Speech quality
If the person you are talking to cannot understand you well, this may be due to excessively
loud background noises. The full mobile phone
preparation package can compensate for these
noises to a certain degree. To optimize the

2. Move the controller forward to open "Communication".

Receiving calls
If you have the phone number of the caller
stored in the phone book and the phone number has been transmitted, the name of the entry
is displayed.

Accepting a call
Press the

button on the steering wheel.

1. Select "Phone" and press the controller.

You can store phone numbers on the programmable memory/direct selection buttons to call
them directly, refer to page 21.

Ending a call
Press the

button on the steering wheel.

Alternative:
1. Select the phone number and press the
controller.

2. Select "Dial" and press the controller.
3. Enter the desired phone number by dialing
the individual digits and pressing the controller.
Always enter the complete phone number
consisting of national dialing code, area
code, and phone number.
The letters correspond to the digits on the
keypad of the mobile phone.
To delete the last digit:
Move the controller toward the right to
select the arrow
and press the controller.

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Dialing phone numbers

With programmable memory/
direct selection buttons

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Calling

For your phone number to be displayed to the
person you are calling, the display of phone
numbers must be enabled by your service provider.

Mobility

Select "Reject" and press the controller.
The caller is diverted to your mailbox if it has
been activated.

Reference

Rejecting a call

Driving tips

Controls

"Accept" is selected.
Press the controller.

4. Select "Dial number" and press the controller.
Alternative: press the
button on the
steering wheel.

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Alternative:

Telephoning

2. "End call" is selected.
Press the controller.

Dialing phone numbers from phone
book
The list "A - Z" is available for your phone book
entries. The phone book entries appear on the
Control Display.
1. Select "Phone" and press the controller.

Dialing a phone number from phone
book or a phone number stored in a list
Phone numbers you have called, incoming calls
and the entries of the phone book are stored in
lists when the mobile phone is connected to the
vehicle via Bluetooth. If the caller is entered in
the phone book, the name of the entry is displayed instead of the phone number.
You can select the desired subscriber from the
list and establish the connection.

2. Select "A - Z" and press the controller.
3. To limit the number of displayed entries,
select the first letter of the desired entry and
press the controller.
4. Select the desired entry and press the controller.

Five lists are available:
> "A - Z"
The entries of the mobile-phone phone
book, consisting of the name and phone
number, are sorted alphabetically.
> "Top 8"
The eight numbers called most frequently
from the phone book "A - Z" are automatically stored in the Top 8 list.
> "Redial"
The last eight phone numbers you have
dialed are automatically stored. The last
number dialed is at the top of the list.
> "Missed calls"
The phone numbers of the last eight calls
which were not accepted are stored. This
requires the telephone number of the caller
to have been sent.
> "Received calls"
The phone numbers of the last eight
accepted calls are stored. This requires the
telephone number of the caller to have been
sent.

5. Select "Call" and press the controller.
The system dials the number.
If different phone numbers are stored in the
mobile phone under one name, e.g. office and
home, the name is shown once for each phone
number.
You can change a phone number stored in the
phone book, e.g. to call a specific extension:
1. Select "Phone" and press the controller.
2. Select "A - Z" and press the controller.
3. Select the desired entry and press the controller.
4. Select "Add digits" and press the controller.

Deleting individual entries

6. Select "Dial number" and press the controller.

1. Select the desired entry from the list and
press the controller.

Dialing a phone number stored in a list

2. Select "Delete" and press the controller.
The entry is deleted.

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5. Change the phone number.

To select an entry and establish a connection:
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1. Select "Phone" and press the controller.
2. Select list and press the controller:
> "Top 8"
> "Redial"

2. Select "Delete all numbers" and press the
controller.

3. Select the desired entry and press the controller.

3. Select "Yes" and press the controller.
The list is deleted.

BMW Contact*
4. Select "Call" and press the controller.
The system dials the number.

If you are not enabled for BMW Assist, you can
have several service phone numbers displayed:
> Roadside Assistance* of the BMW Group
when you require breakdown assistance
> BMW Sports Activity Vehicle Center, e.g.
when you want to make an appointment for
service
> BMW Customer Relations* for information
on all aspects of your vehicle

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1. Select an entry from the list and press the
controller.

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Deleting entire list

Mobility

> "Received calls"

Driving tips

> "Missed calls"

Reference

If BMW Assist is enabled, refer to page 223.

Telephoning

You can select the displayed service phone
number if your mobile phone is logged on in the
vehicle:
iDrive, for operating principle refer to page 16.
1. Press the
button.
This opens the start menu.
2. Move the controller forward to select
"Communication".

Transferring phone number via tone
dialing method
The tone dialing method is required for access
to network services or for controlling devices,
e.g. remote checking of an answering machine.
This function is available when a connection
has been established.
1. Establish connection.

3. Select "BMW Contact" and press the controller.

4. Select "BMW Contact Numbers" and press
the controller.

2. With a single drive:
Press the controller.
Select "Keypad" and press the controller.
With two drives:
Move the controller backwards until the
bottom field is selected.
3. Select the desired character and press the
controller.
Each character is sent immediately and
confirmed by a tone depending on the
mobile phone model.

5. Select one of the following menu items and
press the controller:
> "Roadside Assistance"
> "Customer Relations"
> "Service Request"
6. Select "Call" and press the controller.
Contact is established.

> Press the
button above the storage
compartment. Switching over may take
several seconds.

From handsfree system to mobile
phone
When you telephone via the handsfree system,
you can also continue the call via the mobile
phone if necessary, depending on the mobile
phone model. Act according to what is shown
on the mobile phone display, refer to the operating instructions of your mobile phone.
As an alternative, you can deactivate the Bluetooth link.
Depending on your mobile phone model, poor
reception of the wireless communications network can result in the system changing from the
hands-free system to the mobile phone.

Operation by voice*
The concept
You can operate your mobile phone without
having to remove your hands from the steering
wheel. When making your entries, you will be

Activating system
1. Briefly press the
wheel.

button on the steering

An acoustic signal indicates that you can
say commands.

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Controls

Voice commands

Driving tips

> Depending on the mobile phone model
used, the conversation can be continued via
the hands-free system if necessary. Act
according to what is shown on the mobile
phone display, refer to the operating
instructions of your mobile phone.

{...}Say the specified commands word for
word.
{{...}} Indicates responses of the system.

2. Say the command.

Ending/canceling operation by voice
Press the
or

button on the steering wheel

{Cancel}.
In dialogs where text is spoken, not a command,
e.g. a name, canceling is only possible using the
button on the steering wheel.

Having possible commands read aloud
The system understands default commands
that must be spoken word for word.
You can have the possible commands spoken
by the system at any point:
{Help}

Using alternative commands
There are often a number of commands to run a
function, e.g.:

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For mobile phones that do not automatically
switch over to the handsfree mode:

Symbols in Owner's Manual

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You can continue calls begun outside the Bluetooth range of the vehicle via the handsfree system when the engine is running or the ignition is
switched on. Depending on your mobile phone,
the system automatically switches over to the
handsfree mode.

The same prerequisites as for operation via
iDrive apply, refer to page 214.

{Dial name} or {Name}.
The system recognizes digits from zero to nine.
You can say each digit individually or group
them into a sequence to accelerate the input.

Mobility

From mobile phone to hands-free
system*

supported by announcements or questions in
many cases.

Reference

Changing between mobile
phone and hands-free system

Telephoning

Example: dialing phone numbers
To start the dialog:
Press the

button on the steering wheel.

Command

The voice control answers

{Dial number}

e.g. {123 456 7890}

Depending on equipment:
{{123 456 7890. Continue?}} or
{{123 456 7890. And next?}}

{Dial}

Adjusting volume of instructions

Correcting phone number

You can adjust the volume for the instructions
from the system:

After the last spoken sequence of digits has
been repeated by the system, you can delete
this sequence of digits.
{Correct number}.
The digits are deleted.
The command {Correct number} can be
repeated as often as you like.

Deleting phone number
{Delete}.
Turn the knob during instructions.

All digits entered up to this point are deleted.

This volume for the instructions is maintained,
even if the other audio sources are set to minimum volume.

Voice phone book

The setting is stored for the remote control currently in use.

> With separate drives for audio CDs and navigation DVDs, the entries are automatically
applied from your mobile phone's memory.

Calling
Dialing phone numbers
1. {Dial number}.
2. Say the phone number.
For telephone calls abroad, say {Plus}
and then the country code.
3. {Dial}.

Operating by voice command requires a personal voice phone book.

> With a single drive, the entries must be
entered by voice and are independent of
your mobile phone's memory. In this case, it
is not possible to use voice command either
to call phone numbers stored in the mobile
phone or to store new numbers. Up to 50
entries can be input. An entry always consists of a name and phone number.

The connection to the desired subscriber is
established.

3. Say the phone number when prompted.
4. To store the phone number:
{Save}.
Delete entry:
You can delete any entry from the voice phone
book.
1. {Delete name}.
The dialog for deleting an entry is
opened.
2. Say the name when prompted.
3. Confirm the prompt with {Yes}.
Delete all entries:
{Delete phone book} deletes all entries in the
phone book.
1. {Delete phone book}.
The dialog for deleting phone book is
opened.
2. Confirm the prompt with {Yes}.
3. Confirm the repeated prompt with
{Yes}.

Redialing

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3. Confirm the prompt with {Yes}.

The {Redial} command opens "Redial".

Notes
Important for voice commands
For voice commands, keep the following in
mind:
> Issue the commands smoothly and at normal volume, avoiding excessive emphases
and pauses.
> Keep the doors, windows and glass sunroof
closed to prevent interference from ambient noise.
> Avoid making other noise in the vehicle
while speaking.

Mounting/removing snap-in
adapter
1. Press the area 1 around the button and
remove the cover*.

Have entries read aloud and select:
You can have all the entries of your voice phone
book read aloud in the order of input and select
a certain entry to establish a connection:
1. {Read phone book}.
The dialog for reading phone book is
opened.
2. {Dial number} when the desired entry is
read aloud.

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2. Speak the name.
The spoken length of the names in the
phone book must not exceed approx.
2 seconds.

2. Say the name when prompted.

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1. {Save name}.
The dialog for storing a name is
opened.

1. {Dial name}.
The dialog for selecting an entry is
opened.

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An entry always consists of a name and phone
number.

The connection to the phone number of the
selected entry is established.

Mobility

Store entry:

Selecting an entry

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Creating and editing voice phone
book*

Telephoning

2. Insert the snap-in adapter at the front and
press down until it engages.

Removing mobile phone

Press the button.
To remove the snap-in adapter:
Press the area 1 around the button.

Inserting mobile phone
1. Remove the protective cap from the mobile
phone's antenna connector if necessary, so
that the mobile phone can engage in the
snap-in adapter.
2. Push the mobile phone with the buttons
facing upward toward the electrical connections and press down until it engages.

The mobile phone battery is charged from the
radio readiness position.
To protect the vehicle's batteries, avoid
using the phone when the ignition is
switched off.<
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If the following requirements are met, you can
use BMW Assist:
> The installed BMW Assist system is logged
in on a wireless communications network.
This network must be capable of transmitting the services.
> To transmit position data, the vehicle must
be able to determine the current position.
> To activate and update BMW Assist, a GPS
signal must be available.
> You have subscribed to BMW Assist with
your BMW Sports Activity Vehicle Center or
with the BMW Assist Response Center.
Enabling must have been completed.
> BMW Assist is activated, refer to page 228.

> Enhanced roadside assistance:
You can call BMW Roadside Assistance*
should you require help in the event of a
breakdown. If possible, the vehicle and
position data are transmitted in the process.
> BMW Customer Relations:
For information on all aspects of your vehicle, you can be connected to BMW Customer Relations.
> TeleService:
The data on the service status of your vehicle or on required inspections are transmitted to your BMW Sports Activity Vehicle
Center either automatically prior to the due
date or when you request a BMW service
appointment.
> Remote door unlock:
Inform the BMW Assist Response Center,
e.g. if your remote control is not available
and you want to have the vehicle unlocked.
> Stolen vehicle recovery:
After your vehicle has been reported to the
police as stolen, the BMW Assist Response
Center can locate its position.
In addition, you can be provided with other services, e.g. the concierge service or information
on route planning, traffic conditions, and the

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Driving tips

> Automatic collision notification:
Under certain conditions, a connection is
established to the BMW Assist Response
Center after a serious accident. If possible,
the BMW Assist Response Center contacts
you and takes further steps to help you.

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Requirements

> Emergency requests, refer to page 255:
When you press the SOS button, a connection is established to the BMW Assist
Response Center. The BMW Assist
Response Center contacts you and takes
further steps to help you.

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After your contract has expired, the BMW
Assist system will be deactivated by the BMW
Assist Response Center without you having to
visit a BMW Sports Activity Vehicle Center.
After the BMW Assist system has been deactivated, no BMW Assist service will be available.
The BMW Assist system can be reactivated by
a BMW Sports Activity Vehicle Center after
signing a new contract.

The following services are available via
BMW Assist:

Mobility

Many BMW Assist services depend on the individually agreed contract.

Offered services

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BMW Assist provides you with various services.
For example, the position data of your vehicle
can be transferred to the BMW Assist
Response Center if an emergency request* has
been initiated.

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BMW Assist*

BMW Assist

weather. With Critical Calling, you can make a
limited number of calls via the BMW Assist
Response Center, e.g. if you do not have your
mobile phone with you.
Press the SOS button to contact the BMW
Assist Response Center, see below.

Roadside assistance
iDrive, for operating principle refer to page 16.
1. Press the
button.
This opens the start menu.

You also have access to the BMW Assist concierge service via the Internet.

Characteristics of the offered services
The following special aspects apply to the services:
> The services offered are country-specific.
> Voice contact is established or data are
transferred, depending on the equipment
and the country. In some countries, it is
possible to do both.
> The data transferred can, for example, be
the vehicle data, your current position or the
data of the CBS Condition Based Service.

2. Move the controller forward to select
"Communication".
3. Change to upper field if necessary. Turn the
controller until "BMW Assist" is selected
and press the controller.

Using services
Contact to the BMW Assist Response
Center
You can contact the BMW Assist Response
Center via the SOS button.
1. Briefly press protective cover to open.
Depending on the vehicle's equipment, the
arrangement of the switches and indicator
lamps may differ somewhat.

4. Select "Roadside Assistance" and press
the controller.

If the current position can be determined,
the current vehicle location is displayed.
2. Press the button for at least 2 seconds.
The BMW Assist Response Center is contacted.

5. Select "Start service" and press the controller.
The BMW Assist Response Center will connect
you to the BMW Roadside Assistance.

Automatic service notification*

Controls

The data on the service status of your vehicle or
on required inspections are transmitted automatically directly to your BMW Sports Activity
Vehicle Center prior to the due date. You can
check when the BMW Sports Activity Vehicle
Center was notified.
1. Press the
button.
This opens the start menu.
2. Press the controller to open the menu.
3. Select "Info sources" and press the controller.

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6. Select "Auto Request" and press the controller.

Manual service notification
You can transmit data regarding your vehicle's
service status to your BMW Sports Activity
Vehicle Center when you wish to arrange a service appointment.

Driving tips

TeleService

4. Select "Service Info" and press the controller.

3. Change to upper field if necessary. Turn the
controller until "BMW Assist" is selected
and press the controller.

5. Change to upper field if necessary. Turn the
controller until "Service requirements" is
selected and press the controller.

5. Press the controller.

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Mobility

4. Select "Service Request".

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2. Move the controller forward to select
"Communication".

Navigation

1. Press the
button.
This opens the start menu.

BMW Assist

6. Select "Start service" and press the controller.
The data relevant for service are transmitted.
Your BMW Sports Activity Vehicle Center will
contact you to set up an appointment for service.

Contacting BMW Customer Relations
For information on all aspects of your vehicle,
you can contact BMW Customer Relations.
1. Press the
button.
This opens the start menu.
2. Move the controller forward to select
"Communication".
3. Change to upper field if necessary. Turn the
controller until "BMW Assist" is selected
and press the controller.

Concierge service*
When you call the BMW Assist concierge service, you can, for example, obtain information
on current events, filling stations or hotels and
have their phone numbers and addresses
transmitted. Many hotels can be booked
directly through the BMW concierge service.
The concierge service must be enabled separately by the BMW Assist Response Center.

Calling up information
1. Press the
button.
This opens the start menu.
2. Move the controller forward to select
"Communication".
3. Change to upper field if necessary. Turn the
controller until "BMW Assist" is selected
and press the controller.

4. Select "Customer Relations".
4. Select "Concierge" and press the controller.

5. Press the controller.
6. Select "Start service" and press the controller.
You are connected to BMW Customer Relations by the BMW Assist Response Center.

5. Select "Start Service" and press the controller.
The BMW Assist Response Center will connect
you with a BMW Assist concierge.

> With "Call" you can establish a telephone
connection. A prerequisite for this is that
your Bluetooth mobile phone has been
paired with the vehicle.

6. Select "Options" and press the controller.

> With "Select as destination" you can transfer the address to the navigation system for
destination guidance.

Customizing BMW Assist
Displaying and updating services
You will be notified of any changes in the services offered by BMW Assist. In this case you
should update the service functions.

7. Select "Update services" and press the
controller.

1. Press the
button.
This opens the start menu.
2. Press the controller to open the menu.

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2. Select a menu item:

5. Change to upper field if necessary. Turn the
controller until "Enabled services" is
selected and press the controller.
The currently available BMW Assist services are displayed.

Mobility

1. Select "Options" and press the controller.

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Dialing a phone number or transferring
an address for destination guidance

4. Turn the controller until "BMW Service settings" is selected and press the controller.

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Controls

Select the received message if necessary and
press the controller.

3. Turn the controller until "Settings" is
selected and press the controller.

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Displaying transferred data

BMW Assist

Blocking services*

Activating BMW Assist

If you block the services, the connection to
BMW Assist is deactivated.

BMW Assist must be activated to use the services.

1. Press the
button.
This opens the start menu.

Requirements

2. Press the controller to open the menu.
3. Turn the controller until "Settings" is
selected and press the controller.
4. Turn the controller until "BMW Service settings" is selected and press the controller.

> Make sure that the vehicle can determine its
current position. Reception is best when
you have an unobstructed view to the sky.
> Leave vehicle ignition switched on during
the activation process.

Activating
1. Press the
button.
This opens the start menu.

5. Change to upper field if necessary. Turn the
controller until "Enabled services" is
selected and press the controller.
6. Select "Options" and press the controller.

2. Press the controller to open the menu.
3. Turn the controller until "Settings" is
selected and press the controller.

7. Select "Terminate services" and press the
controller.
The use of BMW Assist is blocked, and the current vehicle position will not be transferred during an emergency request*. To cancel the
blocking, and reactivate BMW Assist, see
below. This does not affect the contractual
agreements.
Reactivate BMW Assist if necessary to reenable.

Displaying vehicle data
When BMW Assist is activated, the license
plate and the vehicle identification number of
your vehicle may be displayed.

At a glance

4. Turn the controller until "BMW Service settings" is selected and press the controller.

1. Open the start menu.
3. Select "Settings" and press the controller.

Activation takes a few minutes. The status is
displayed on the Control Display. If you open
another menu, the activation process continues
to run in the background.

Communications Entertainment

5. Change to upper field if necessary. Turn the
controller until "Profile" is selected and
press the controller.

Mobility

6. Select "Enable services" and press the controller.
BMW Assist is enabled and the data
exchange with the BMW Assist Response
Center begins.

Reference

4. Select "BMW Service settings" and press
the controller.

Navigation

Driving tips

5. Change to upper field if necessary. Turn the
controller until "Enabled services" is
selected and press the controller.

Controls

2. Press the controller to open the menu.

Mobility
This section helps you maintain your
mobility by supplying important information
on vital topics including fuels and lubricants,
wheels and tires, service, maintenance
and roadside assistance.

Refueling

Refueling
Switch off the engine before refueling.
When handling fuel, always observe all
applicable precautionary measures and regulations. Never transport reserve fuel containers in
the vehicle. These could become leaky and
cause an explosion or a fire in an accident.<

Releasing manually
If an electrical malfunction should occur, you
can unlock the fuel filler door manually.
1. Open the right-hand side panel in the cargo
bay.
2. Pull the knob with the gas pump symbol.

Fuel filler door
Opening

Observe the following when refueling

1. Open the fuel filler door. To do this, briefly
press the lower edge.
2. Turn the fuel filler cap counterclockwise.
3. Place the fuel filler cap in the bracket
attached to the fuel filler door.

Closing
Fit the cap and turn it clockwise until you clearly
hear a click.
Do not crush the band attached to the
cap; otherwise, the cap may not properly
seal and fuel vapors can escape.<
A message* is displayed if the cap is loose or
missing.

When handling fuels, follow the safety
precautions posted at the filling station.
Otherwise, there is a danger of personal injury
or property damage.<
When refueling, insert the filler nozzle completely into the filler pipe. Avoid raising the filler
nozzle during refueling, otherwise this leads to
> premature pump shutoff
> a reduced efficiency of the fuel-vapor
recovery system.
The fuel tank is full when the filler nozzle clicks
off the first time.

Fuel tank capacity
> X5 3.0si:
Approx. 22.5 US gal/85 liters,
including the reserve capacity of
approx. 2.1 US gal/8 liters
> X5 4.8i:
Approx. 22.5 US gal/85 liters,
including the reserve capacity of
approx. 2.6 US gal/10 liters

Do not use leaded gasoline, otherwise
damage to the catalytic converter will
result.
Do not use E85, i.e. fuel that consists of 85%
ethanol, or Flex Fuel, otherwise permanent
damage to the engine and the fuel supply system will result.<

Required fuel
Super Premium Gasoline/AKI 91

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Fuel specifications

The use of poor-quality fuels may result in
drivability, starting and stalling problems
especially under certain environmental conditions such as high ambient temperature and
high altitude.
Should you encounter drivability problems
which you suspect could be related to the fuel
you are using, we recommend that you respond
by switching to a recognized high-quality brand
such as gasoline that is advertised as Top Tier
Detergent Gasoline.
Failure to comply with these recommendations
may also result in unscheduled maintenance.<

Driving tips

Refuel as soon as possible once your
cruising range falls below 30 miles/
50 km, otherwise engine functions are not
ensured and damage can occur.<

Use high-quality brands
Field experience has indicated significant differences in fuel quality: volatility, composition,
additives, etc., among gasolines offered for sale
in the United States and Canada. Fuels containing up to and including 10% ethanol or other
oxygenates with up to 2.8% oxygen by weight,
that is, 15% MTBE or 3% methanol plus an
equivalent amount of co-solvent, will not void
the applicable warranties with respect to
defects in materials or workmanship.

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Do not use gasoline below the specified
minimum quality, otherwise engine damage can result.<

Mobility

If you use gasoline with this minimum AKI Rating, the engine may produce knocking sounds
when starting at high outside temperatures.
This has no affect on the engine life.

Reference

However, you may also use gasoline with less
AKI. The minimum AKI Rating is 87.

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This gasoline is highly recommended.

Wheels and tires

Wheels and tires
Tire inflation pressure
Information for your safety
The condition of the tires and the maintenance
of the specified tire pressure are crucial not only
to the tire's service life, but also to driving comfort and most importantly, driving safety.

Checking pressure
Only check tire inflation pressure when the tires
are cold. This means after a maximum of
1.25 miles/2 km driving or when the vehicle has
been parked for at least 2 hours. When tires are
warm, the tire inflation pressure increases.
Check the tire inflation pressure regularly
and correct it as needed, even on the
compact tire*: at least twice a month and before
starting long trips. If you fail to observe this precaution, you may be driving on tires with incorrect tire pressures, a condition that can not only
compromise your vehicle's driving stability, but
also lead to tire damage and the risk of an accident. Do not drive with depressurized, i.e. flat
tires, except run-flat tires. A flat tire will seriously impair your vehicle's handling and braking
response. Attempts to drive on a flat tire can
lead to a loss of control over the vehicle.<

For correct identification of the right tire inflation pressure for your tires, observe the following:
> Tire sizes of your vehicle
> Load conditions
> Maximum allowable driving speed

Tire inflation pressures for speeds
up to 100 mph/160 km/h
For normal driving up to 100 mph/160 km/h,
adjust pressures to the respective tire inflation
pressures listed on the following pages in the
column Traveling speeds up to max. of
100 mph/160 km/h to achieve optimum driving
comfort.
These pressure specifications can be found on
the door post when you open the driver's door.

After correcting the tire inflation pressure,
reinitialize the Flat Tire Monitor, refer to
page 92, or reset the Tire Pressure Monitor,
refer to page 94.<

The permissible top speed for these tire
inflation pressures is 100 mph/160 km/h.
Do not exceed this speed, otherwise tire damage and accidents may result.<

Pressure specifications

Tire inflation pressures for speeds
above 100 mph/160 km/h

The tables below provide all the correct inflation
pressures for the specified tire sizes at ambient
temperature.
The inflation pressures apply to the tire
sizes and tire brands respectively
approved and recommended by BMW; a list of
these is available from your BMW Sports Activity Vehicle Center.<

In order to drive at maximum speeds in
excess 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.<

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Observe all national and local maximum speed
limits, otherwise violations of the law could
occur.

Tire inflation pressures for X5 3.0si/4.8i with two rows of seats
Pressure specifications in psi/kPa
Traveling speeds
including those exceeding
100 mph/160 km/h

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Traveling speeds
up to a max. of
100 mph/160 km/h
All pressure specifications
in the table are indicated in
psi/kilopascal with cold tires.
Cold = ambient temperature
Compact wheel*:
T 155/90 R 18 113 M

61/420

255/55 R 18 109 H M+S XL

32/220

38/260

255/50 R 19 107 H M+S XL

32/220

35/240

32/220

38/260

Front: 255/50 R 19 107 V XL

32/220

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Tire size

32/220

35/240

32/220

Rear: 315/35 R 20 110 W XL

32/220

35/240

Front: 285/35 R 21 105 W XL

32/220

Rear: 325/30 R 21 108 W XL

32/220

38/260

32/220

38/260

255/50 R 19 107 H M+S XL

32/220

35/240

32/220

38/260

Front: 255/50 R 19 107 V XL

32/220

35/240

Rear: 285/45 R 19 111 V XL

32/220

38/260

with sport package:
255/55 R 18 109 H M+S XL

Front: 275/40 R 20 106 W XL

32/220

35/240

Rear: 315/35 R 20 110 W XL

32/220

38/260

Front: 285/35 R 21 105 W XL

32/220

35/240

Rear: 325/30 R 21 108 W XL

32/220

35/240

41/280

More details on the permissible load and weights can be found on page 264.

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32/220

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Front: 275/40 R 20 106 W XL

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Rear: 285/45 R 19 111 V XL

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without sport package:

Wheels and tires

Tire inflation pressures for X5 3.0si/4.8i with three rows of seats
Tire size

Pressure specifications in psi/kPa
Traveling speeds
up to a max. of
100 mph/160 km/h

Traveling speeds
including those exceeding
100 mph/160 km/h

All pressure specifications
in the table are indicated in
psi/kilopascal with cold tires.
Cold = ambient temperature

without sport package:
255/55 R 18 109 H M+S XL

32/220

35/240

32/220

39/270

255/50 R 19 107 H M+S XL

32/220

38/260

32/220

35/240

42/290

Front: 255/50 R 19 107 V XL

32/220

Rear: 285/45 R 19 111 V XL

35/240

32/220

36/250

32/220

Rear: 315/35 R 20 110 W XL

35/240

32/220

36/250

Front: 285/35 R 21 105 W XL

32/220

Rear: 325/30 R 21 108 W XL

35/240

32/220

39/270

255/55 R 18 109 H M+S XL

32/220

35/240

32/220

39/270

255/50 R 19 107 H M+S XL

32/220

38/260

32/220

35/240

42/290

Front: 255/50 R 19 107 V XL

32/220

35/240

Front: 275/40 R 20 106 W XL

with sport package:

Rear: 285/45 R 19 111 V XL

35/240

39/270

32/220

35/240

Rear: 315/35 R 20 110 W XL

35/240

39/270

Front: 285/35 R 21 105 W XL

32/220

35/240

Rear: 325/30 R 21 108 W XL

35/240

42/290

Front: 275/40 R 20 106 W XL

More details on the permissible load and weights can be found on page 264.

Tread wear
Traction AA A B C
Temperature A B C

Speed letter

The tread wear grade is a comparative rating
based on the wear rate of the tire when tested
under controlled conditions on a specified government test course. For example, a tire graded
150 would wear one and one-half (1γ) times as
well on the government course as a tire graded
100. The relative performance of tires depends
upon the actual conditions of their use, however, and may depart significantly from the
norm due to variations in driving habits, service
practices and differences in road characteristics and climate.

Q = up to 100 mph/160 km/h
T = up to 118 mph/190 km/h
H = up to 131 mph/210 km/h
V = up to 150 mph/240 km/h
W = up to 167 mph/270 km/h
Y = up to 186 mph/300 km/h

Tire Identification Number
Tires with DOT codes meet the guidelines
of the US Department of Transportation.
DOT code:
e.g.

DOT xxxx xxx 0806

Manufacturer code
for tire make
Tire size and tire design
Tire age

Tire age
The manufacturing date of tires is contained in
the tire coding: DOT ... 1207 indicates that the
tire was manufactured in week 12 of 2007.

All passenger car tires must conform to
Federal Safety Requirements in addition
to these grades.<

Tread wear

Traction
The traction grades, from highest to lowest,
are AA, A, B, and C.
These grades represent the tire's ability to stop
on wet pavement, as measured under controlled conditions on specified government test
surfaces of asphalt and concrete. A tire marked
C may have poor traction performance.
The traction grade assigned to this tire is
based on straight-ahead braking traction
tests, and does not include acceleration, cornering, hydroplaning, or peak traction characteristics.<

BMW recommends that you replace all tires
after 6 years at most, even if some tires may last
for 10 years.

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DOT Quality Grades

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255/55 R 18 109 H

Nominal width in mm
Aspect ratio in Ξ
Belted construction – radial
Rim diameter in inches
Carrying capacity ID-code
(not in ZR tires)
Speed code letter
(in ZR tires before the R)

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e.g.

Tread wear 200 Traction AA
Temperature A

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Tire size

Quality grades can be found where applicable
on the tire sidewall between tread shoulder and
maximum section width. For example:

Mobility

Knowledge of the labeling on the side of the tire
makes it easier to identify and choose the right
tires.

Uniform Tire Quality Grading

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Tire identification marks

Wheels and tires

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 conditions
on a specified indoor laboratory test wheel.
Sustained high temperature can cause the
material of the tire to degenerate and reduce
tire life, and excessive temperature can lead to
sudden tire failure. The grade C corresponds to
a level of performance which all passenger car
tires must meet under the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 109. Grades B and A
represent higher levels of performance on the
laboratory test wheel than the minimum
required by law.
The temperature grade for this tire is
established for a tire that is properly
inflated and not overloaded. Excessive speed,
underinflation, or excessive loading, either separately or in combination, can cause heat
buildup and possible tire failure.<

RSC – run-flat tires
You will recognize run-flat tires by a circular
symbol containing the letters RSC on the side
of the tire, refer to page 239.

M+S
Winter and all-season tires.
These have better winter properties than summer tires.

XL
Indicates specially reinforced tires.

Tire condition
Inspect your tires frequently for tread wear,
signs of damage and for foreign objects lodged
in the tread. Check the tread depth.

Minimum tread depth
The tread depth should not drop below 0.12 in/
3 mm, although, for example, European legislation only specifies a minimum tread depth of

0.063 in/1.6 mm. At tread depths below 0.12 in/
3 mm there is an increased risk of high-speed
hydroplaning, even when only small amounts of
water are present on the road surface.
When winter tires wear down past a tread depth
of 0.16 in/4 mm, they become perceptibly less
suitable for winter conditions. For the sake of
safety, new tires should be installed.

Wear indicators at the tread-groove base, refer
to arrow, are distributed over the tire's circumference and are marked on the side of the tire
with TWI – Tread Wear Indicator. If the tire tread
has been driven down to the wear indicators, a
tread depth of 0.063 in/1.6 mm has been
reached.

Wheel/tire damage
Please note that low-profile tires cause wheels,
tires and suspension parts to be more susceptible to road hazards and consequential damages.
Unusual vibrations encountered during normal
vehicle operation can indicate tire failure or
some other vehicle defect. This can, for example, be caused by driving over curbs. These
kinds of problems may also be signaled by other
changes in vehicle response, such as a strong
tendency to pull to the left or right.
In these cases, reduce speed immediately and have wheels and tires thoroughly checked. To do so, drive carefully to the
nearest BMW Sports Activity Vehicle Center or
tire shop that works according to BMW repair
procedures with correspondingly trained personnel. If necessary, have the vehicle towed
there. Otherwise, tire damage can be extremely
dangerous to vehicle occupants and other road
users.<

To continue driving with a damaged tire:
> With Flat Tire Monitor, refer to Indication of
a flat tire page 93
> With Tire Pressure Monitor, refer to Message with low tire inflation pressure page 95

New wheels and tires
Have new wheels and tires installed only
by your BMW Sports Activity Vehicle
Center or a tire shop that works according to
BMW repair procedures with correspondingly
trained personnel. If this work is not carried out
properly, there is a danger of subsequent damage and related safety hazards. Make sure that
the new wheels are balanced.<

Retreaded tires
BMW does not recommend that you use
retreaded tires, as driving safety may be
impaired. The causes for this include the possibly different tire casing structures and the often
wide variations in their age, which can result in a
limited service life.<

BMW recommends that you use only
wheel and tire combinations that BMW
has tested and approved for your particular
vehicle. Variations in factors such as manufacturing tolerances mean that even wheels and
tires with identical official size ratings could
actually have different dimensions than the
approved units – these differences could lead to
body contact, and with it the risk of severe accidents. If non-approved wheels and tires are
used, BMW cannot evaluate their suitability,
and therefore cannot be held liable for driving
safety.<
When changing to larger wheels and tires,
it may be necessary to make changes to
the wheel-well trim piece, as otherwise road
users could be endangered or the vehicle could
be damaged. Only have this work carried out by
a BMW Sports Activity Vehicle Center or a
workshop that works in accordance with BMW
guidelines and uses appropriately trained personnel.<
You can ask your BMW Sports Activity Vehicle
Center for the correct wheel/tire combination.
The correct wheel/tire combination also affects
various systems whose function would otherwise be impaired, e.g. ABS, DSC, xDrive or Flat
Tire Monitor.
To maintain good handling and vehicle
response, use only tires of a single tread configuration from a single manufacturer. Following
tire damage, have the original wheel and tire
combination remounted on the vehicle as soon
as possible.

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You will recognize run-flat tires by the circular
symbol containing the letters RSC on the side
of the tire.
Run-flat tires consist of partially self-contained
tires and special rims. The sidewall reinforcement ensures that the tire retains some residual
safety in the event of pressure drop and driving
remains possible to a restricted degree.

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For safety reasons, BMW recommends
that you do not have damaged run-flat
tires repaired; they should be replaced. Otherwise it is not possible to rule out occurrences of
consequential damage.<

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When mounting new tires or changing over
from summer to winter tires and vice versa,
mount Run-Flat Tires for your own safety. Your
BMW Sports Activity Vehicle Center will be
happy to advise you.

Mobility

The right wheels and tires

Reference

Run-flat tires

Wheels and tires

Wheels with electronics for
TPM Tire Pressure Monitor
When mounting new tires or changing from
summer to winter tires or vice versa, only use
wheels with TPM electronics, otherwise the
Tire Pressure Monitor cannot detect a flat tire,
refer to page 94. Your BMW Sports Activity
Vehicle Center will be happy to advise you on
this subject.

Recommended tire brands

Storage
Store wheels and tires in a cool, dry place with
as little exposure to light as possible. Always
protect tires against all contact with oil, grease
and fuels. Do not exceed the maximum tire
inflation pressure indicated on the side wall of
the tire.

Rotating wheels between axles
BMW does not recommend moving the front
wheels to the rear or vice versa, as otherwise
the handling characteristics may be impaired.

Snow chains*
BMW only tests certain fine-link snow chains,
classifies them as road-safe and recommends
them. Your BMW Sports Activity Vehicle Center
can provide you with this information.
Certain tire makes are recommended by BMW
depending on the tire size. You can recognize
these from the clearly visible BMW marking on
the tire sidewall.
When used properly, these tires comply with
the most demanding standards for safety and
vehicle response.

Special characteristics of winter tires
BMW recommends winter tires for use in cold
winter driving conditions. Although all-season
M+S tires provide better winter traction than
summer tires, they generally fail to provide the
same levels of cold-weather performance as
winter tires.

Use is only permissible in pairs on the rear
wheels.
Observe the manufacturer's instructions when
mounting snow chains. Do not exceed a speed
of 30 mph/50 km/h with the chains mounted.
After mounting snow chains, do not initialize the Flat Tire Monitor*, as otherwise
incorrect displays can occur.
When you are driving with snow chains, it can
be beneficial to activate DTC briefly, refer to
page 89.<

Paying attention to speed
Always observe the maximum permissible speed for the winter tires, otherwise
tire damage may occur, which can result in accidents.<

Close the hood from a height of approx. 16 in/
40 cm with momentum. It must be clearly heard
to engage.

Hood

Make sure that the closing path of the
hood is clear, otherwise injuries may
result.
If you see any signs that the hood is not completely closed while driving your vehicle, you
should stop at once and close it securely.<

Opening

Press the release handle and open the hood.

Reference

Pull lever.

Mobility

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Releasing

Driving tips

Controls

Closing

Navigation

Never attempt to perform any service or
repair operations on your vehicle without
the required professional technical training. If
you do not know what repair procedures to follow, have work on your vehicle done only by
your BMW Sports Activity Vehicle Center or a
workshop that works according to BMW repair
procedures with correspondingly trained personnel. If this work is not carried out properly,
there is a danger of subsequent damage and
related safety hazards.<

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Under the hood

Engine compartment

Filler neck for washer fluid of the headlamp
and windshield cleaning systems, refer to
page 68

Starting-aid terminal, refer to page 256

Expansion tank for coolant, refer to
page 244

Filler neck for engine oil, refer to Adding
engine oil on page 243

Engine oil
The engine oil consumption is dependent on
driving style and driving conditions.

3. Select "Info sources" and press the controller.

Checking engine oil level
Your vehicle is equipped with an electronic oil
level check.
The condition for the most accurate indication
of the oil level possible is measurement with the
engine at operating temperature, i.e. following
an uninterrupted drive of at least 6 miles/10 km.
You can display the oil level while driving or
when stopped on a level surface with the engine
running.
iDrive, for operating principle refer to page 16.

4. Select "Service Info" and press the controller.

1. Press the
button.
This opens the start menu.
2. Press the controller to open the menu.

> "No measurement available: Updating
engine oil level measurement...":
Engine oil level is being measured. This
process can take approx. 3 minutes when
stopped on a level surface and approx.
5 minutes while driving.
> "Oil level at the minimum! Refill with 1 quart
of engine oil.":
Add 1 US quart/liter of engine oil at the next
opportunity.
> "Engine oil level too high":
Have the vehicle checked immediately, otherwise engine damage may
result if too much oil has been added.<
> "Please observe recalculated service interval for engine oil":
Do not add engine oil. Before continuing to
drive, note the recalculated remaining mileage until the next oil change service, refer to
Service requirements on page 75. Have the
system checked as soon as possible.

Oil change
Only have an oil change carried out by a BMW
Sports Activity Vehicle Center or a workshop
that works in accordance with BMW guidelines
and uses appropriately trained personnel.

Approved engine oils
The quality of the engine oil selected has critical
significance for the operation and service life of
an engine. BMW continuously approves specific oils after confirming their suitability for use
in its vehicles with extensive testing.

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Continuous exposure to used oil has
caused cancer in laboratory testing.
For this reason, any skin areas that come into
contact with oil should be thoroughly washed
with soap and water.
Keep oil, grease etc. out of reach of children and
observe the warnings on the containers to prevent health risks.<

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> "Engine oil level O.K."

Add oil within the next 125 miles/200 km,
otherwise the engine could be damaged.<

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Possible messages

Do not add 1 US quart/liter of oil until a corresponding message is shown on the Control Display.

Do not use oil additives, as these may
result in engine damage.<
Only use approved BMW High Performance
Synthetic Oil.
If BMW High Performance Synthetic Oil is
unavailable, you can add small quantities of
other synthetic oils between oil changes. Only
use oils of the specification API SM or higher.

Mobility

6. Change to the second field from the top if
necessary. Turn the controller until "Engine
oil level" is selected and press the controller. The oil level is displayed.

Adding engine oil

Reference

5. Change to upper field if necessary. Turn the
controller until "Service requirements" is
selected and press the controller.

Under the hood

Your BMW Sports Activity Vehicle Center
will be happy to answer detailed questions on BMW High Performance Synthetic Oil
or approved synthetic oils.
You can also call BMW of North America at
1-800-831-1117 or visit the website at
www.bmwusa.com to obtain this information.

Viscosity grades
Viscosity is a measure of an oil's flow rating and
is specified in SAE grades.
The choice of the right SAE grade is based on
the climatic conditions in the region in which
you normally drive your BMW.
Approved oils belong to the SAE grades
5W-40 and 5W-30.
These oils can be used for driving at all outside
temperatures.

Checking coolant level
1. Do not open the hood until the engine has
cooled down.
2. Turn the cap of the expansion tank counterclockwise to allow any accumulated pressure to escape, then continue turning to
open.
3. The coolant level is correct when the coolant level is between the MIN and MAX
marks, refer to the diagram adjacent to the
filler neck.
4. If the coolant is low, slowly add coolant up to
the specified level; do not overfill.
5. Turn the cap until there is an audible click.
6. Have the reason for the coolant loss eliminated as soon as possible.

Coolant
Do not add coolant to the cooling system
when the engine is hot. Escaping coolant
can cause burns.<
Coolant is composed of equal parts water and a
coolant additive. Not all commercially available
additives are suitable for your BMW. Your BMW
Sports Activity Vehicle Center can recommend
suitable additives.
Only use suitable additives, otherwise
engine damage may result. The additives
present a health hazard; observe the instructions on the containers.<
Comply with the appropriate environmental protection regulations when disposing of coolant additives.<

BMW maintenance system

> Vehicle check

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Maintenance

Service and Warranty Information
Booklet for US models and
Warranty and Service Guide Booklet
for Canadian models

CBS Condition Based Service

Please consult your Service and Warranty Information Booklet for US models and Warranty
and Service Guide Booklet for Canadian models
for additional information on service requirements.

Sensors and special algorithms take the different driving conditions of your BMW into
account. Condition Based Service uses this to
determine the current and future service
requirements. By letting you define a service
and maintenance regimen that reflects your
own individual requirements, the system builds
the basis for trouble-free driving.
You can set the Control Display to show
remaining distances and times of selected
maintenance intervals and legally mandated
deadlines, refer to page 75:
> Engine oil
> Brake pads, front and rear separately

BMW recommends that you have service
and repair operations performed at your
BMW Sports Activity Vehicle Center.
Take the time to ensure that these service procedures are confirmed by entries in your vehicle's Service and Warranty Information Booklet
for US models and Warranty and Service Guide
Booklet for Canadian models. These entries
verify that your vehicle has received the specified regular maintenance.<

> Brake fluid

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Should the day come when you decide to sell
your BMW, a complete dealer service history
will prove to be an asset of inestimable value.

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Make sure the date is set correctly, refer
to page 82, otherwise the effectiveness
of CBS Condition Based Service is not
ensured.<

Mobility

The BMW maintenance system supports the
preservation of the traffic and operating safety
of your BMW. The service schedule also
includes operations related to the vehicle's
comfort and convenience features, such as
replacement of the filters for the inside air.
The ultimate objective is to ensure economical
maintenance by providing the ideal service for
your vehicle.

Your vehicle stores the information required for
maintenance continuously in the remote control during driving. After accessing the data
stored in the remote control, your BMW Service
Advisor can suggest precisely the right array of
service procedures for your own individual vehicle. You should therefore hand over the remote
control you last used to drive to the BMW Service Advisor when you take your vehicle in for
service.

Reference

Service data in remote control

Controls

> Legally mandated inspections depending
on local regulations

Maintenance

Socket for OBD Onboard
Diagnostics interface

Event Data Recorders
Your vehicle may be equipped with one or several measuring and diagnosis modules, or with
a device for recording or transmitting certain
vehicle data or information. If you have also subscribed to BMW Assist, certain vehicle data can
be transmitted or recorded to enable corresponding services.

Care
Components which are decisive for the
exhaust-gas composition can be checked via
the OBD socket with a device.

Important information on the care and maintenance of your BMW is contained in the Caring
for your vehicle brochure.

This socket is located to the left on the driver's
side, on the underside of the instrument panel
under a cover.

Exhaust-gas values
The warning lamp lights up.
The exhaust-gas values worsen.
Have the vehicle checked as soon as
possible.
Display of the previously described
malfunction in Canadian models.

The lamp flashes under certain conditions. This
is a sign of excessive misfiring of the engine. In
this case you should reduce your speed and
proceed to the nearest BMW Sports Activity
Vehicle Center. Heavy engine misfiring causes
serious damage to the emission-relevant components, especially the catalytic converter,
within a short time.
If the fuel filler cap is not properly tightened, the OBD system will assume that
fuel vapor escapes. Then a display lights up. If
the cap is then tightened, the display will go out
within a few days.

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Replacing components
Rear

Lamps and bulbs

Front
1. Fold down the wiper arm.
2. Swing the wiper blade upward.
3. Remove the wiper blade toward the windshield, refer to arrow.

Lamps and bulbs make an essential contribution to vehicle safety. You must be duly diligent
in replacing them. BMW recommends having
your BMW Sports Activity Vehicle Center perform any work that you do not feel competent to
perform yourself or that is not described here.
Never touch the glass of new bulbs with
your bare fingers, as even minute
amounts of contamination will burn into the
bulb's surface and reduce its service life. Use a
clean cloth, napkin, etc., or hold the bulb by its
metal socket.<
A replacement bulb set is available from your
BMW Sports Activity Vehicle Center.
Only replace bulbs when cool, as otherwise you may be burned.<
Whenever you perform any work on the
electrical system, turn off the systems/
consumers involved to prevent short circuits
from occurring. To avoid possible injury or
equipment damage when replacing bulbs,
observe any instructions provided by the bulb
manufacturer.<

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Replacing wiper blades

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2. Mount the new wiper blade and press on
until it is heard to engage.

Mobility

1. Lift off the wiper arm completely and pull off
the wiper blade, refer to arrow.

Reference

The onboard toolkit is located in the cargo bay
under the floor panel.

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Onboard toolkit

Replacing components

For care and maintenance of the headlamps,
please follow the instructions in the separate
Caring for your vehicle brochure.

Halogen bulbs:
Parking and daytime running lamps

For bulbs for which replacement is not
described and for checking and adjusting
headlamp aim, please contact your BMW
Sports Activity Vehicle Center.<

The bulb is pressurized. Therefore, wear
safety glasses and protective gloves.
Otherwise there is a danger of injuries if the
bulb is accidentally damaged during replacement.<

Light-emitting diodes LEDs
Light-emitting diodes installed behind translucent lenses serve as the light source for many of
the controls and displays in your vehicle. These
light-emitting diodes, which operate using a
concept similar to that applied in conventional
lasers, are officially designated as Class 1 lightemitting diodes.

H8 bulb, 35 watts

1. Turn the cover to the left and remove.

Do not remove the covers, and never
stare into the unfiltered light for several
hours, as irritation of the retina could result.<
2. Turn the bulbs to the left, pull off the connector and replace.

Xenon bulbs
The service life of these bulbs is very long and
the probability of a failure is very low, provided
that they are not switched on and off an unusual
number of times. If one of these bulbs should
nevertheless fail, it is possible to continue driving with great caution using the fog lamps, provided traffic laws in your area do not prohibit
this.

3. Install in the reverse order.

Turn signals, front
24-watt bulb, PSY24W
1. Unscrew bulb holder with bulb to the left,
refer to arrow, and replace.

Have work on the xenon light unit including changing the bulb carried out only by
your BMW Sports Activity Vehicle Center or a
workshop that works according to BMW repair
procedures with correspondingly trained personnel. Due to the high voltage present in the
system, there is a danger of fatal injuries when
work is carried out improperly.<
2. Install in the reverse order.

Side marker lamps, rear
To replace, please go to a BMW Sports Activity
Vehicle Center or a workshop that works
according to BMW repair procedures with correspondingly trained personnel.

1. Open the side panel in the cargo bay.
2. Remove the first-aid kit* and warning triangle* if necessary. Fold up the insulation.

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3. Turn the bulb socket to the left and remove.
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Arrangement of tail lamps

4. Apply gentle pressure to the bulb while
turning it to the left for removal and replacement.

Rear lamp

Brake force display

Turn signal

Brake lamp/rear lamp/side marker lamp

Backup lamp

1. Open the side panel in the cargo bay.

Brake lamp

2. Remove the first-aid kit* and warning triangle* if necessary. Fold up the insulation.

Brake lamp

Controls

Turn signal

5. Remount the side panel.

3. Turn the bulb socket to the left and remove.

1. Open the side panel in the cargo bay.
2. Remove the first-aid kit* and warning triangle* if necessary. Fold up the insulation.
3. Turn the bulb socket concerned to the left
and remove.

4. Remove the bulb for replacement.
5. Remount the side panel.

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> Rear lamp: LED technology.
In case of a defect, please go to a BMW
Sports Activity Vehicle Center or a workshop that works according to BMW repair
procedures with correspondingly trained
personnel.

5. Remount the side panel.

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> Backup lamps and brake force display:
16-watt bulb, W16W

Mobility

> Turn signals, brake lamps:
21-watt bulb, P21W

4. Remove the upper bulb for replacement.
Apply gentle pressure to the lower bulb
while turning it to the left for removal and
replacement.

Reference

Tail lamps

Replacing components

Brake force display
1. Carefully remove the cap in the cover of the
liftgate with a screwdriver.

6. Position the cargo bay lamp and clip it in,
refer to arrow.

License plate lamp
2. Turn the bulb socket to the left and remove.

5-watt bulb, C11 12W
1. Slide the lamp to the right with a screwdriver, refer to arrow 1.

3. Apply gentle pressure to the bulb while
turning it to the left for removal and replacement.
4. Insert the bulb socket in the liftgate and
engage it.
5. Before installing the cap, unclip the cargo
bay lamp.
Then lay the cap on its upper side and close
it, refer to arrow.

2. Remove the lamp, arrow 2.
3. Replace the bulb.
4. Reinstall the lamp.

Center brake lamp
This lamp uses LED technology for operation.
In case of a defect, please go to a BMW Sports
Activity Vehicle Center or a workshop that
works according to BMW repair procedures
with correspondingly trained personnel.

You will recognize run-flat tires by a circular
symbol containing the letters RSC on the side
of the tire, refer to Run-flat tires, page 239.
When mounting new tires, or changing from
summer to winter tires or vice versa, use run-flat
tires for your own safety. No spare tire is available in case of a flat tire. Your BMW Sports
Activity Vehicle Center will be happy to advise
you. Also refer to New wheels and tires,
page 239.
Suitable tools for changing tires are available as accessories at your BMW Sports
Activity Vehicle Center.<

Jacking points for vehicle jack

What you will need
To avoid rattling noises later on, note the positions of the tools before removing them, then
return them to their initial positions after completing work.
The tools are located in the mount under the
floor panel flap.

The jacking points for the vehicle jack are
located in the positions shown.
1

Vehicle jack*

Compact wheel*

Vehicle jack crank*

Safety precautions in the event of a flat
tire or wheel change: park the vehicle as
far as possible from passing traffic and on solid
ground. Switch on the hazard warning flashers.
Set the parking brake and engage transmission
position P.
Have all vehicle occupants get out of the vehicle

Lug wrench*

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> With Tire Pressure Monitor, refer to Message with low tire inflation pressure page 95

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> With Flat Tire Monitor, refer to Indication of
a flat tire page 93

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To continue driving with a damaged tire:

Mobility

Your BMW is equipped with run-flat tires as
standard. As a result, it is not necessary to
change the wheel immediately in the case of air
loss in the event of a breakdown.

and ensure that they remain outside the immediate area in a safe place, such as behind a
guardrail.
If a warning triangle* or portable hazard warning
lamp* is required, set it up on the roadside at an
appropriate distance from the rear of the vehicle. Comply with all safety guidelines and regulations.
Change the wheel only on a level, firm surface
which is not slippery. The vehicle or the jack
could slip to the side if you attempt to raise the
vehicle on a soft or slippery surface such as
snow, ice, tiles, etc.
Position the jack on a firm support surface.
Do not use a wooden block or similar object as a
support base for the jack, as this would prevent
it from extending to its full support height and
reduce its load-carrying capacity.
To avoid serious or fatal injury: never lie under
the vehicle, and never start the engine while it is
supported by the jack.<

Reference

Changing wheels

Replacing components

Removing compact wheel
The compact wheel is located in the cargo bay
under the floor panel.

1. Remove the tool mount.
2. Unscrew the wing nut 1.

2. Guide the jack head into the rectangular
recess of the jacking point when cranking
up, refer to illustration detail.

3. Jack the vehicle up until the wheel you are
changing is raised from the ground.

3. Remove the washer 2 laterally.

Mounting a wheel

4. Remove the compact wheel.

1. Unscrew the lug bolts and remove the
wheel.

Preparing wheel change
1. Observe the safety precautions above.
2. Loosen the lug bolts a half turn.

Jacking up vehicle
1. Position the vehicle jack at the jacking point
closest to the wheel so that the entire surface of the jack base rests on the ground
perpendicularly beneath the jacking point.
The vehicle jack is designed for
changing wheels only. Do not attempt
to raise another vehicle model with it or to
raise any load of any kind. To do so could
cause accidents and personal injury.<

2. Remove accumulations of mud or dirt from
the mounting surfaces of the wheel and
hub. Also clean the lug bolts.
3. Position the new wheel or compact wheel.
Secure the wheel by screwing at least two
lug bolts into opposite bolt holes.
When you mount wheels other than Genuine BMW light-alloy wheels, different lug
bolts may also be required.
4. Screw in the remaining lug bolts. Tighten all
the bolts securely in a diagonal pattern.
5. Lower the vehicle and remove the jack from
beneath the vehicle.

After mounting
1. Tighten the lug bolts in a diagonal pattern.
To ensure safety, always have the
lug bolts checked with a calibrated
torque wrench as soon as possible to
ensure that they are tightened to the specified torque. Otherwise, incorrectly tightened lug bolts are a hidden safety risk. The
tightening torque is 101 lb ft/140 Nm.<
2. Stow the defective wheel in the cargo bay.
The defective wheel cannot be stored
under the floor panel flap due to its
size.<
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Drive reservedly and do not exceed a speed of
50 mph/80 km/h.
The driving characteristics change, for example
reduced track stability on braking, extended
braking distance, and altered self-steering
characteristics in the limit range. In conjunction
with winter tires, these characteristics are more
pronounced.
Only one compact wheel may be
mounted. Restore the wheels and tires to
their original size as quickly as possible. Failure
to do so is a safety risk.<

Vehicle battery
Battery care
The battery is 100% maintenance-free, i.e., the
electrolyte will last for the life of the battery
when the vehicle is operated in a temperate climate. Your BMW Sports Activity Vehicle Center
will be glad to advise in all matters concerning
the battery.

Charging battery

> Seat, mirror and steering wheel memory
The positions must be stored again, refer to
page 44.
> Time and Date
The values must be updated, refer to
pages 81, 82.
> Radio
Stations must be stored again if necessary,
refer to page 168.
> Navigation system
Wait until the system starts, refer to
page 159.

Fuses
Never attempt to repair a blown fuse and
do not replace a defective fuse with a substitute of another color or amperage rating, as
this could lead to a circuit overload, ultimately
resulting in a fire in the vehicle.<
Spare fuses, a pair of plastic tweezers and information on the fuse assignment are located near
the fuses in the cargo bay.

Only charge the battery in the vehicle via the
terminals in the engine compartment with the
engine switched off. Connections, refer to
Jump starting on page 256.

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After a temporary power loss, the functioning of
some equipment may be limited and require
reinitialization. Individual settings are also lost
and must be updated:

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Driving with compact wheel

Power failure

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5. Replace the damaged tire as soon as possible and have the new wheel/tire balanced.

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4. Initialize the Flat Tire Monitor, refer to
page 92, or reset the Tire Pressure Monitor,
refer to page 94.

Have old batteries disposed of following
replacement at your BMW Sports Activity
Vehicle Center or bring them to a collection
point. Maintain the battery in an upright position
for transport and storage. Always restrain the
battery to prevent it from tipping over during
transport.<

Mobility

Protect valve stems with valve screw
caps against dirt and contamination.
Dirt in valve stems is a frequent source of
gradual air loss.<

Disposal

Reference

3. Check and correct the tire inflation pressure
at the earliest opportunity.

Replacing components

In interior
The fuses are located in the front passenger
footwell on the underside of the instrument
panel.
1. Unscrew screws, refer to arrows, of footwell
trim panel.

2. Lay the trim panel in the footwell.
3. Unscrew the screw, arrow 1, and fold down
the fuse carrier, arrow 2.

4. Replace the fuse concerned.
5. Installation is carried out in the reverse
order of removal. Ensure correct and secure
attachment of the footwell trim panel in the
process.

In cargo bay

> BMW Assist is activated.
Activating BMW Assist, refer to page 228.
> Radio readiness is switched on.
> The BMW Assist system is logged in on a
wireless communications network.
> The emergency request system is operable.
When the contract of participation with BMW
Assist expires, the BMW Assist system can be
deactivated by a BMW Sports Activity Vehicle
Center without having to visit a workshop. Once
the BMW Assist system has been deactivated,
emergency requests are not possible. The
BMW Assist system be reactivated by a BMW
Sports Activity Vehicle Center after signing a
new contract.

Initiating an emergency request
1. Briefly press protective cover to open.
Depending on the vehicle's equipment, the
arrangement of the switches and indicator
lamps may differ somewhat.

When the emergency request is received at the
BMW Assist Response Center, the BMW Assist
Response Center contacts you and takes further steps to help you. Even if you are unable to
answer, the BMW Assist Response Center can
take further steps to help you under certain
conditions.
If conditions allow, remain in the vehicle until
the connection has been established. You will
then be able to provide a detailed description of
the situation.
If the current position of your vehicle can be
determined, it will be forwarded to the BMW
Assist Response Center.
If the LED flashes, but you are unable to hear
the BMW Assist Response Center through the
hands-free system, this could indicate, for
instance, that the hands-free system is no
longer operational. However, you may then still
be audible for the BMW Assist Response Center.
Under certain conditions, an emergency
request is automatically initiated immediately
after a severe accident. The automatic collision
notification is not affected by the button being
pressed.
For technical reasons, the emergency
request cannot be guaranteed under
unfavorable conditions.<

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> Full preparation package mobile phone.
With this equipment, an emergency request
is still possible when no mobile phone is
paired in the vehicle.

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Conditions for an emergency request:

The LED in the button lights up. As soon as the
voice connection to the BMW Assist Response
Center has been established, the LED flashes.

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Emergency request

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Giving and receiving assistance

2. Press the SOS button for at least 2 seconds.

Reference

The warning triangle is located in the cargo bay.

Mobility

Warning triangle*

Giving and receiving assistance

First-aid kit*
Some of the articles contained in the first-aid kit
have a limited service life. Therefore, check the
expiration dates of the contents regularly and
replace the contents concerned in good time if
necessary.

To avoid the risk of potentially fatal injury,
always avoid all contact with electrical
components while the engine is running. Carefully adhere to the following sequence, both to
prevent damage to one or both vehicles, and to
guard against possible personal injuries.<

Preparation
1. Check whether the battery of the other
vehicle has a voltage of 12 Volts and
approximately the same capacitance in Ah.
This information can be found on the battery.
2. Switch off the engine of the assisting vehicle.
The first-aid kit is located in the cargo bay.
Open the left-hand side panel.

Roadside Assistance*
The BMW Roadside Assistance offers you
assistance in the event of a breakdown around
the clock, including on weekends and public
holidays.
The phone numbers of the Roadside Assistance in your home country can be found in the
Contact brochure.
With BMW Assist or TeleService, you can contact BMW Roadside Assistance for assistance
in the event of a breakdown directly via iDrive,
refer to page 224.

3. Switch off any electrical systems and components in both vehicles.
There must not be any contact between
the bodies of the two vehicles, otherwise
there is a danger of shorting.<

Connecting jumper cables
To avoid personal injury from sparks, follow this sequence when connecting
jumper cables.<
On your BMW the so-called starting-aid terminal in the engine compartment acts as the battery positive terminal, also refer to the engine
compartment overview on page 242. The cover
cap is marked with +.
1. Fold open the cover of the BMW startingaid terminal. To do so, pull the tab.

Jump starting
When your battery is discharged, you can use
two jumper cables to start your BMW with
power from the battery in a second vehicle. You
can also use the same method to help start
another vehicle. Use only jumper cables with
fully-insulated clamp handles.
2. Attach one end of the jumper cable plus/+
to the positive terminal of the battery or a
starting-aid terminal of the vehicle providing assistance.

Using tow fitting
The screw-on tow-fitting must always be carried in the vehicle. It can be screwed in at the
front or rear of the BMW.
It is located in the toolkit under the floor panel
flap in the cargo bay, refer to page 247.

5. Attach the second end of the cable to the
negative terminal of the battery or to the
engine or body ground of the vehicle to be
started.

Starting engine
1. Start the engine on the assisting vehicle
and allow it to run at idle for several minutes
at slightly increased speed.

Use only the tow fitting provided with the
vehicle and screw it all the way in. Use the
tow fitting for towing only on roads. 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 vehicle can occur.<

Access to screw thread
Cover panel in bumper: press on the arrow symbol on the cover panel.
Front

2. Start the engine on the other vehicle in the
usual way.
If the first starting attempt is not successful,
wait a few minutes before another attempt
in order to allow the discharged battery to
recharge.
3. Let the engines run for a few minutes.
4. Disconnect the jumper cables by reversing
the connection sequence.

Rear

At a glance
Controls

Do not transport any passengers other
than the driver in a vehicle that is being
towed.

Driving tips

Observe applicable laws and regulations
for tow-starting and towing.<

Navigation

4. Attach one end of the jumper cable minus/–
to the negative terminal of the battery or to
an engine or body ground of the assisting
vehicle.
Your BMW has a special nut as body ground
or negative pole.

Tow-starting and towing

Communications Entertainment

3. Attach the second end of the cable to the
positive terminal of the battery or to a starting-aid terminal of the vehicle to be started.

Reference

Never use spray fluids to start the
engine.<

Mobility

Check the battery and recharge if necessary.

Giving and receiving assistance

Being towed
Make sure that the ignition is switched on,
refer to page 59, otherwise the low
beams, tail lamps, turn signals and windshield
wipers would not be available. When the engine
is stopped, there is no power assist. This then
requires increased effort for braking and steering. Active steering is deactivated and larger
steering wheel movements are required.<
Switch on the hazard warning flashers depending on the local regulations. If the electrical system fails, mark the vehicle to be towed, e.g. with
a sign or warning triangle in the rear window.
Engage transmission position N and release the
parking brake before towing.
If transmission position N cannot be engaged,
manually release the transmission lock, refer to
page 65.
Do not exceed a towing speed of 45 mph/
70 km/h and a towing distance of
90 miles/150 km, otherwise the automatic
transmission may be damaged.<

Only attach the tow bar to the tow fittings,
as attachment to other vehicle parts can
lead to damage.<

With tow rope
When starting off in the towing vehicle, make
sure that the tow rope is taut.
To avoid jerking and the associated
stresses on vehicle components when
towing, always use nylon ropes or nylon straps.
Only attach tow ropes to the tow fittings, as
attachment to other vehicle parts can lead to
damage.<

With tow truck
Do not tow the X5 with the front or rear
axle raised individually, otherwise the
wheels may lock and the transfer case may be
damaged.<

Towing methods
Do not lift vehicle by tow fitting or body
and chassis parts, otherwise damage may
result.<
In some countries, towing with tow bars or
ropes in public traffic is not permitted. Familiarize yourself with the regulations on towing in the
respective country.

With tow bar
The towing vehicle may not be lighter
than the vehicle to be towed, otherwise it
will not be possible to reliably control vehicle
response.<

The X5 may only be transported on a flat bed.

Tow-starting
The engine cannot be started by tow-starting.
Start the engine by jump starting it, refer to
page 256.
Have the cause of the starting difficulties eliminated.

The tow fittings used should be on the same
side on both vehicles. Should it prove impossible to avoid mounting the tow bar at an offset
angle, please observe the following:
> Clearance and maneuvering capability will
be sharply limited during cornering.
> When mounted at an angle, the tow bar will
exert lateral forces, tending to push the
vehicle sideways.
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Reference

Mobility

Communications Entertainment

Navigation

Driving tips

Controls

At a glance

Reference
This chapter contains the technical data,
the short commands of the voice command
system, and the index that will direct you
as quickly as possible to the information
you are looking for.

Technical data

Technical data
Engine data
Displacement

cu in/cmμ

No. of cylinders
Maximum output

at engine speed

rpm

Maximum torque

lb ft/Nm

at engine speed

rpm

X5 3.0si

X5 4.8i

182.8/2,996

292.9/4,799

260

350

6,600

6,300

225/305

350/475

2,750

3,400-3,800

At a glance

All dimensions given in inches/mm.
Smallest turning circle diam.: 42,0 ft/12.8 m

Reference

Mobility

With mixed tires* the vehicle width may exceed the specified dimension.

Communications Entertainment

Navigation

Driving tips

Controls

Dimensions

Technical data

Weights
X5 3.0si

X5 4.8i

Curb weight with 3rd row seats
lbs./kg

4,916/2,230

5,247/2,380

Approved gross vehicle weight

lbs./kg

6,327/2,870

6,537/2,965

without 3rd row seats

lbs./kg

6,008/2,725

6,173/2,800

Load

lbs./kg

1,411/640

1,290/585

without 3rd row seats

lbs./kg

1,268/575

1,102/500

Approved front axle load

lbs./kg

2,767/1,255

3,020/1,370

without 3rd row seats

lbs./kg

2,778/1,260

3,020/1,370

Approved rear axle load

lbs./kg

3,803/1,725

3,869/1,755

without 3rd row seats

lbs./kg

3,395/1,540

Approved roof load capacity

lbs./kg

220/100

Cargo bay capacity

cu ft/l

21.9-61.8/620-1,750 21.9-61.8/620-1,750

Never exceed either the approved axle loads or
the gross vehicle weight.

Capacities
Notes
Fuel tank

US gal/liters

approx. 22.5/85

X5 3.0si

US gal/liters

approx. 2.1/8

X5 4.8i

US gal/liters

approx. 2.6/10

Windshield washer with
headlamp washer system

US quarts/liters

approx. 6.9/6.5

Fuel grade: page 233

of that reserve

For more details: page 68

{Assistance window}
{Assistance window map facing north},
{Assistance window map direction of travel},
{Assistance window arrow display},
{Assistance window perspective},
{Assistance window current position},
{Assistance window trip computer} or
{Assistance window onboard info}

To change scale in assistance window 152

{Assistance window scale ... feet} or
{Assistance window scale ... miles}

Communication
Function

Command

To open phone 209

{Phone}

To dial phone number 215

{Dial number}

To display phone book 216

{A to Z}

To dial from phone book 216

{Call ...} or
{Dial name}

To display "Top 8" 217

{Top 8}

To redial 216

{Redial}

To display "Received calls" 217

{Received calls}

To display "Missed calls" 217

{Missed calls}

To display "Bluetooth" 212

{Bluetooth}

To open BMW Assist 224

{BMW Assist}

To open "BMW Service" 224

{BMW Service}

To open "BMW Contact" 217

{BMW Contact}

To open "BMW Contact Numbers" 217

{BMW Contact numbers}

To open "Roadside Assistance" 224

{Roadside Assistance}

Driving tips

To open assistance window 20
To select display in assistance window 20

Navigation

Command

Communications Entertainment

Function

Mobility

Assistance window

Controls

Here are the important short commands for the
voice command system.

Reference

With short commands you can carry out certain
functions directly, regardless of which menu
item is selected.

At a glance

Short commands of voice command
system*

Short commands of voice command system

Navigation
Function

Command

To open navigation system 138

{Navigation}

To open "Enter address" 139

{Enter address}

To open "New destination" 139

{New destination}

To display "Input map" 143

{Input map}

To display destination list 145

{Destination list}

To display address book 146

{Address book}

To display route criteria 148

{Route preference}

To start destination guidance 150

{Start guidance}

To end destination guidance 150

{Stop guidance}

To display arrow display 151

{Arrow display}

To display map display 152

{Map}, {Map facing north},
{Map direction of travel} or
{Perspective}

To change scale 152

{Scale ... miles} or
{Scale ... feet}

To display roads or towns/cities along route 152 {Route list}
To switch on voice instructions 153

{Navigation info on}

To switch off voice instructions 153

{Navigation info off}

To repeat voice instructions 153

{Repeat navigation info}

To open route 148, 152

{Route menu}

To open "New route" 154

{New route}

To display current position 157

{Current position}

Onboard info
Function

Command

To open "Car Data" 73

{Car data}

To display computer 73

{Onboard info}

To display trip computer 74

{Trip computer}

To open stopwatch 80

{Stopwatch}

To open speed limit 80

{Limit}

To activate speed limit 80

{Limit on}

To deactivate speed limit 80

{Limit off}

To open "AM" 166

{AM menu}

To open "All stations" 166

{FM All stations}

To select radio station 166

{Station ...}, e.g. {Station WNYC} or
{Choose station}

To open "Presets" 166

{FM presets} or
{AM presets}

To select stored radio station 166

{Preset ...}, e.g. {Preset 1}

To open "Manual" 167

{FM manual},
{AM manual} or
{Choose frequency},
{Frequency ... Megahertz}

To open strongest radio stations 167

{AM Autostore}

To open "WB" 171

{Weatherband menu}

To switch on weatherband

171

{Weatherband on}

To select a weatherband station 171

{Choose weatherband station}

To open "SAT" 172

{SAT radio menu}

To switch on satellite radio 172

{SAT radio}

To open "Presets" of satellite radio 173

{SAT radio presets}

To open "All channels" of satellite radio 173

{SAT radio all channels}

To open "Categories" of satellite radio 173

{SAT radio categories}

To open CD player 175

{CD menu}

To switch on CD player 175

{CD}

To open CD changer 175

{CD-changer menu}

To switch on CD changer 175

{CD-changer}

To select CD 175

{CD 1...6}

To select music track 176

{CD track ...}

To select CD and music track 176

{CD 1...6 track ...}

To switch on audio playback with external audio
device 188

{Audio Aux}

At a glance

{FM menu}

Controls

To open "FM" 166

Driving tips

{Radio on},
{FM} or
{AM}

Navigation

To switch on radio 166

Communications Entertainment

Command

{Audio}

Mobility

Function

Tone control 163

Reference

Entertainment

Short commands of voice command system

Climate
Function

Command

To adjust temperature distribution for front seat
heating 50

{Seat heater distribution}

To open "Vent settings" 109

{Vent settings}

To open "Automatic programs" 107

{Automatic programs}

To open "Parked car ventilation" 113

{Parked car operation}

To open "Automatic ventilation" 113

{Automatic ventilation}

To display activation times 114

{Activation time}

menu
Function

Command

To open the menu

{Settings menu}

"Display off" 21

{Display off}

To open "Info sources"

{Info sources}

To open "Settings"

{Settings}

To open "Door locks" 29

{Door locks}

To open "Steering wheel buttons" 53

{Steering wheel buttons}

To open "Lighting" 67

{Lighting}

To open "Service requirements" 75

{Service requirements}

To open "Service" 75

{Service}

To open "BMW Service" 224

{BMW service settings}

To display "Check Control messages" 79

{Check Control messages}

To open "Head-Up Display" 99

{Head-up display}

To set brightness of Control Display 82

{Brightness}

To open "Units" 82

{Units}

To open "Language" 83, 153

{Language}

To open "Time" 82

{Time}

To open "Date" 82

{Date}

To open "PDC" 84

{PDC}

To open "FTM" 92

{FTM}

To open "TPM" 94

{TPM}

To display "Bluetooth" 213

{Bluetooth}

To open "HDC" 90

{HDC}

Reference

Mobility

Communications Entertainment

Navigation

Driving tips

Controls

At a glance

Everything from A to Z

Everything from A to Z
Index
"..." Identifies Control Display
texts used to select
individual functions, and
indicates where to find them
in the text.

A
ABS Antilock Brake
System 88
Accessories 6
Access to 3rd row seats 48
Acoustic signal, refer to Check
Control 78
Activated-charcoal filter 111
"Activation time" for parked
car ventilation 114
Active seat 51
Active seat ventilation 50
Active steering 96
– warning lamp 96
Adaptive brake lamps, refer to
Brake force display 97
Adaptive Drive 91
Adaptive fastening
system 124
Adaptive Head Light 104
"Add digits" for mobile
phone 216
"Address book" for navigation
system 146
Address for navigation
– deleting 147
– entering 139, 146
– selecting 147
– storing 146
– storing current position 146
"Add to destination
list" 141, 143
Adjusting confirmation signals
for locking and unlocking 31

Adjusting temperature with
expanded-scope automatic
climate control 108
Adjusting the tone during
audio operation, refer to
Tone control 163
Adjusting thigh
support 43, 44
"After door opened" 45
"After unlocking" 45
Airbags 97
– sitting safely 42
– warning lamp 99
Air circulation, refer to Air
recirculation 109
Air distribution
– automatic 107, 112
– manual 108
Airing, refer to Ventilation 110
Air recirculation
– AUC Automatic
recirculated-air control 109
– recirculated-air mode 109
"Air recirculation on / off" 53
Air vents 106
– refer to Ventilation 110
Air vents of automatic climate
control 106
Air volume 108, 112
AKI, refer to Fuel
specifications 233
Alarm system 35
– avoiding unintentional
alarms 36
– interior motion sensor 36
– switching off alarm 35
– switching off tilt alarm
sensor and interior motion
sensor 36
– tilt alarm sensor 36
"All channels", with satellite
radio 173
"All doors" 30

All-season tires, refer to
Winter tires 240
"All stations", displaying with
radio 166
All-wheel drive, refer to
xDrive 90
Alterations, technical, refer to
For your own safety 5
"AM", reception
range 163, 166
"Angle of view" for DVD
system in rear 185, 197
Antenna for mobile phone 208
Antifreeze
– coolant 244
– washer fluid 68
Antilock Brake System
ABS 88
Anti-theft system
– refer to Alarm system 35
– refer to Central locking
system 29
Approved axle loads, refer to
Weights 264
Approved engine oils 243
Approved gross vehicle
weight, refer to Weights 264
Armrest, refer to Center
armrest 119
Around the center console 14
Around the steering wheel 10
Arrival time
– refer to Computer 73
– refer to Starting destination
guidance 150
"Arrow display" for navigation
system 151
Arrow view for navigation
system 151
Ashtray
– front 120
– rear 121

At a glance
Controls
Driving tips
Navigation

Backrest contour, refer to
Lumbar support 44
Backrests, refer to Seats 43
Backrest width adjustment 44
Backup lamps, replacing
bulbs 249
Balance, refer to Tone
control 164
"Balance" for DVD system in
rear 197
Band-aids, refer to First-aid
kit 256
Bass, refer to Tone
control 163
Battery
– charging 253
– jump starting 256
– power failure 253
– refer to Vehicle battery 253
Battery disposal
– remote control with comfort
access 38
– vehicle battery 253
Battery replacement
– remote control for DVD
system in rear 194
– remote control with comfort
access 38
Being towed 258
Belts, refer to Safety belts 48
Beverage holder, refer to Cup
holders 120
Blower, refer to Air
volume 108, 112
"BMW Assist" 224, 225, 226
BMW Assist
– activating 228
– concierge service 226
– contacting BMW Customer
Relations 226
– offered services 223
– roadside assistance 224
– TeleService 225
"BMW Contact" 218
"BMW Contact
Numbers" 218

Communications Entertainment

Mobility

Automatic lighting
– refer to Automatic headlamp
control 102
– refer to Daytime running
lamps 103
– refer to Interior lamps 105
– refer to Pathway lighting 103
"Automatic programs" 108
Automatic recirculated-air
control AUC 109
Automatic soft closing 33
Automatic station search 167
Automatic transmission with
Steptronic 64
– deactivating selector lever
interlock 64
– kick-down 65
– manually releasing
transmission lock 65
– tow-starting 258
– with comfort access 37
"Automatic ventilation" 113
AUTO program for automatic
climate control 107, 112
"Auto Request" 225
"Autostore" on the radio 168
"AUX" 163, 188, 190
– AUX-In connection 188
– for DVD system in rear 203
– USB audio interface 189
"AUX / Rear" 194
AUX-In connection 119, 188
Average fuel consumption 73
– setting units 82
Average speed, refer to
Computer 73
"Avoid ferries" for navigation
system 149
"Avoid highways" for
navigation system 148
Avoiding highways for
navigation 148
Avoiding unintentional
alarms 36
"Avoid tollroads" for
navigation system 149
Axle loads, refer to
Weights 264
"A - Z" 216

Reference

Assist, refer to separate
operating instructions
Assistance systems, refer to
Driving stability control
systems 88
Assistance window 20
"Assist. window off" 21
AUC Automatic recirculatedair control 109
"Audio" 165, 169
– for DVD system in rear 204
Audio 162
– controls 162
– switching on/off 162
– tone control 163
– volume 163
Audio CD for DVD system in
rear 198
Audio device, external 119
Automatic
– air distribution 107, 112
– air volume 107, 112
– headlamp control 102
– liftgate operation 34
– service notification 225
– steering wheel adjustment,
refer to Easy entry/exit 53
– storing stations 167
Automatic car washes 130
– also refer to Caring for your
vehicle brochure
Automatic climate control 107
– automatic air
distribution 107, 112
– in rear 111
– switching off 110, 112
– ventilation in rear 111
Automatic closing of doors,
refer to Automatic soft
closing 33
Automatic curb monitor 52
Automatic garage door
opener 115
Automatic Hold 61
– activating 62
– deactivating 62
– parking 62

Everything from A to Z

BMW homepage 4
BMW maintenance
system 245
"BMW Service settings" 229
BMW website 4
Body roll, refer to Driving on
poor roads 133
Bottle holder, refer to Cup
holders 120
Brake assistant 89
Brake force display 97
Brake lamps
– brake force display 97
– replacing bulbs 249
Brake rotors 130
Brakes
– ABS Antilock Brake
System 88
– brake assistant 89
– brake force display 97
– breaking-in 128
– CBC Cornering Brake
Control 88
– electronic brake-force
distribution 88
– parking brake 60
– refer to Braking safely 129
– warning lamp 13
Brake system 128
– brake pads 128
– breaking-in 128
– disk brakes 130
Braking safely 129
Breakdown, Flat Tire
Monitor 92
Breakdown services, refer to
Roadside Assistance 256
Breaking-in brake pads 128
Breaking-in differential 128
Break-in period 128
"Brightness" 82
– for DVD system in rear 196
– in TV mode 184
Brightness
– of Control Display 82
– of the rear view camera 88
– on Head-Up Display 100
"Brightness / Position" 100

Button for starting engine 59
Buttons on steering wheel 11
Bypassing traffic
congestion 157

C
Calibrating driver's seat 49
California Proposition 65
Warning 6
"Call" 216, 227
Call
– accepting 214
– displaying accepted 217
– ending 215
– in absence 217
– starting 215
Calling
– from phone book 216
– from Top 8 list 217
– redialing 217
– refer to telephone operating
instructions
Camera, refer to Rear view
camera 86
"Camera picture and PDC" 88
"Camera view
– full screen" 88
– main window" 88
Can holder, refer to Cup
holders 120
Capacities 264
Capacity of cargo bay 264
Car battery, refer to Vehicle
battery 253
Car care, refer to Caring for
your vehicle brochure
Car-care products, refer to
Caring for your vehicle
brochure
"Car Data" 73
Care 246
– refer to Caring for your
vehicle brochure
Cargo
– refer to Loading 131
– securing 132
– securing with ski bag 125

Cargo area, refer to Cargo
bay 122
Cargo area cover, refer to Rollup cover 122
Cargo bay
– capacity 264
– emergency operation, refer
to Opening manually 33
– expanding 123
– opening/closing, refer to
Liftgate 33
– opening/closing, refer to
Tailgate 35
– opening from inside 33
– opening from outside 33
– opening with remote
control 30
Cargo bay cover, refer to Rollup cover 122
Caring for artificial leather,
refer to Caring for your
vehicle brochure
Caring for leather, refer to
Caring for your vehicle
brochure
Caring for light-alloy wheels,
refer to Caring for your
vehicle brochure
Caring for the carpet, refer to
Caring for your vehicle
brochure
Caring for the vehicle finish,
refer to Caring for your
vehicle brochure
Car key, refer to Keys/remote
control 28
Car phone 208
– installation location, refer to
Center armrest 119
– refer to Mobile phone 208
– refer to separate operating
instructions
Car radio, refer to Radio 166
Car wash 130
– also refer to Caring for your
vehicle brochure
– before driving in 60
– with comfort access 37

At a glance
Controls
Driving tips
Navigation
Communications Entertainment

Comfort area, refer to Around
the center console 14
Comfort start, refer to Starting
engine 60
"Communication" 214, 224, 225, 226
Compact Disc
– refer to CD changer 175
– refer to CD player 175
Compact wheel
– inflation pressure 235
– wheel change 251
Compartment for remote
control, refer to Ignition
lock 59
Compartments, refer to
Storage compartments 119
Compass, digital 117
Computer 73
– displays in instrument
panel 73
– displays on Control
Display 73
– trip computer 74
"Concierge" 226
Concierge service 226
Condition Based Service
CBS 245
"Confirmation" 31
Connecting car vacuum
cleaner, refer to Connecting
electrical devices 121
Connecting headphones 193
Consumption, refer to
Average fuel
consumption 73
Consumption indicator,
Energy Control 72
Consumption statistics, refer
to Average fuel
consumption 73
"Continue guidance to
destination?" 151
"Contrast"
– for DVD system in rear 196
– in TV mode 184
Control Center, refer to
iDrive 16

Mobility

Changes, technical
– refer to For your own
safety 5
– refer to Parts and
accessories 6
Changing language on
Control Display 83
Changing tires 239
Changing units of measure on
Control Display 82
Changing wheels 251
Check Control 78
"Check Control
messages" 79
Checking the air pressure,
refer to Tire inflation
pressure 234
Children, transporting 55
Child restraint fixing system
LATCH 56
Child restraint systems 55
Child-safety locks 58
Child seats 55
Chime, refer to Check
Control 78
Chrome parts, care, refer to
Caring for your vehicle
brochure
Cigarette lighter, refer to
Lighter 121
Cleaning, refer to Caring for
your vehicle brochure
"Climate" 50
Clock 71
– 12h/24h mode 82
– setting time 81
Closing
– from inside 32
– using remote control 29
Closing fuel filler cap 232
Clothes hooks 119
Cockpit 10
Cold start, refer to Starting
engine 60
"Color" for DVD system in
rear 196
Comfort access 36
– observe in car wash 37
– replacing battery 38

Reference

Catalytic converter, refer to
Hot exhaust system 129
"Categories", with satellite
radio 173
CBC Cornering Brake
Control 88
CBS Condition Based
Service 245
"CD" 163, 175
– for DVD system in rear 194
CD, refer to Playing audio
tracks, DVD system in
rear 198
CD/DVD player, DVD system
in rear 193
CD changer 175
– compressed audio files 175
– controls 162
– fast forward/reverse 178
– random sequence 178
– repeating a track 177
– sampling tracks 177
– selecting a CD 175
– selecting a track 176
– switching on/off 162
– tone control 163
– volume 163
CD player 175
– compressed audio files 175
– controls 162
– fast forward/reverse 178
– random sequence 178
– repeating a track 177
– sampling tracks 177
– selecting a track 176
– switching on/off 162
– tone control 163
– volume 163
Cell phone, refer to Mobile
phone
Center armrest 119
Center brake lamp 250
Center console 14
"Central locking" 30
Central locking system 29
– comfort access 36
– from inside vehicle 32

Everything from A to Z

Control Display, refer to
iDrive 16
– setting brightness 82
Controller, refer to iDrive 16
Controls, refer to Cockpit 10
Controls of DVD system in
rear 192
Convenient operation
– panorama glass
sunroof 30, 32
– panorama glass sunroof with
comfort access 37
– windows 30, 32
– windows with comfort
access 37
– with comfort access 37
Coolant 244
– checking level 244
– temperature 72
Cooling, maximum 109
Cornering Brake Control
CBC 88
Courtesy lamps, refer to
Interior lamps 105
Cradle for telephone or mobile
phone 119
Cruise control 69
Cruising range 73
Cup holders 120
Curb weight, refer to
Weights 264
Current fuel consumption 72
"Current position" 157
Current position
– displaying 157
– entering 146
– storing 146
"Customer
Relations" 218, 226
Cylinders, refer to Engine
data 262

D
Dashboard, refer to
Cockpit 10
Data 262
– capacities 264
– dimensions 263
– engine 262
– technical data 262
– weights 264
"Date" 82
Date 71
– display format 82
– retrieving 71
– setting 82
"Date format" 82
"Daytime running lamps" 103
Daytime running lamps 103
"Deactivated" 45
Decommissioning the vehicle,
refer to Caring for your
vehicle brochure
Defrosting windows 108
Defrosting windows and
removing condensation 108
Defrost position, refer to
Defrosting windows 108
"Delete address book" for
navigation system 147
"Delete all numbers" on the
mobile phone 217
"Delete data" for navigation
system 147
"Delete" for mobile
phone 217
Destination address
– deleting 147
– entering 139, 141
Destination for navigation
– destination list 145
– entry 138
– selecting from address
book 147
– selecting using
information 144
– selecting using voice 141
– storing 146

Destination guidance 150
– canceling voice
instructions 54
– changing specified
route 148
– displaying route 151
– distance and arrival 150
– ending/continuing 150
– starting 150
– voice instructions 153
– volume of voice
instructions 154
Destination list for navigation
system 145
Destinations recently driven
to 145
"Details"
– DVD system in the rear 200
– in audio mode 190
"Dial" for mobile phone 215
"Dial number" 215
"Diamond button" 54
Digital clock 71
Digital compass 117
Digital radio, refer to High
Definition Radio 169
Dimensions 263
Directional indicators, refer to
Turn signals 66
Direction instructions, refer to
Voice instructions 153
Directory for navigation, refer
to Address book 146
Direct selection buttons 21
Displacement, refer to Engine
data 262
"Display" 82
Display, refer to iDrive 16
Displaying images 200
Display lighting, refer to
Instrument lighting 105
"Display off" 21
Displays, refer to Instrument
panel 12
"Display settings" 82, 99
Displays on the windshield,
refer to Head-Up Display 99

At a glance
Controls
Driving tips
Navigation

Easy entry/exit 53
Electrical malfunction
– automatic transmission with
Steptronic 65
– door lock 32
– driver's door 32
– fuel filler door 232
– liftgate 33
– panorama glass sunroof 40
– parking brake 63
Electric seat 43
Electric steering wheel
adjustment 52
Electronic brake-force
distribution 88
Electronic oil level check 242
Emergency operation, refer to
Manual operation
– door lock 32
– driver's door 32
– fuel filler door 232
– liftgate 33
– transmission lock, automatic
transmission 65
Emergency request 255
Emergency services, refer to
Roadside Assistance 256
"Enabled services" 229
"Enable services" 229
"End call" 216
Energy-conscious driving,
refer to Energy Control 72
Energy Control 72
Engine
– breaking-in 128
– data 262
– overheated, refer to Coolant
temperature 72
– speed 262
– starting 60
– starting, with comfort
access 37
– switching off 60
Engine compartment 242
Engine coolant 244

Communications Entertainment

Mobility

DSC Dynamic Stability
Control 89
– indicator lamp 13, 89
DTC Dynamic Traction
Control 89
– activating 89
– indicator lamp 90
"DVD" 182
– for DVD system in rear 194
DVD changer
– fast forward 183
– reverse 183
– skip chapter 183
"DVD format" for DVD system
in rear 197
DVD for navigation 136
DVD system in rear 192
– CD/DVD player 193
– connecting headphones 193
– controls 192
– displaying images from CD/
DVD 200
– DVD country codes 195
– external device 203
– information on CD/DVD
player 202
– playing audio tracks from
CD/DVD 198
– playing video from CD/
DVD 195
– remote control 193
– switching on/off 194
"Dynamic route" for
navigation 149
Dynamic Stability Control
DSC 89
Dynamic Traction Control
DTC 89

Reference

Disposal
– battery of remote control
with comfort access 38
– remote control battery 194
– vehicle battery 253
Distance, refer to
Computer 73
"Distance to dest." 74
Distance to destination, refer
to Computer 73
Distance warning, refer to
PDC Park Distance
Control 84
Door entry lighting 105
Door key, refer to Keys/
remote control 28
Door lock 31
Door locking, confirmation
signals 31
"Door locks" 30, 31, 76
Doors
– manual operation 32
– remote control 29
DOT Quality Grades 237
Downhill driving assistance,
refer to HDC 90
Draft-free ventilation 110
Drinks holder, refer to Cup
holders 120
"Driver's door only" 30
Driver's seat, calibrating 49
"Driver's seat climate" 51
Driving lamps, refer to Parking
lamps/low beams 102
Driving on poor roads 133
Driving route, refer to
Displaying route 151
Driving stability control
systems 88
Driving through water 129
Driving tips, refer to General
driving notes 128
Dry air, refer to Cooling
function 109
Drying the air, refer to Cooling
function 109

Everything from A to Z

Engine oil
– adding 243
– additives, refer to Approved
engine oils 243
– approved engine oil 243
– checking oil level 242
– electronic oil level check 242
"Engine oil level" 243
Engine output, refer to Engine
data 262
Engine overheating, refer to
Coolant temperature 72
Engine speed 262
Engine starting, refer to
Starting engine 60
"Enter address" 139
Entering country of
destination 139
Entering destination 139
Entering house number or
intersection 140
Entering intersection 140
Entering street 140
"Entertainment" 162
Entertainment sound output
on/off 163
"Equalizer", refer to Tone
control 165
Equalizer, refer to Tone
control 165
"ESN" 172
ESP Electronic Stability
Program, refer to DSC
Dynamic Stability
Control 89
Event Data Recorders 246
Exhaust system, refer to Hot
exhaust system 129
Exterior mirrors 51
– adjusting 51
– automatic dimming
feature 52
– automatic heating 52
– folding in and out 51
– tilting down passenger-side
exterior mirror 52

External audio device 119
– refer to AUX-In
connection 188
Eye for tow-starting and
towing, refer to Tow
fitting 257

F
Fader, refer to Tone
control 164
Failure messages, refer to
Check Control 78
False alarm, refer to Avoiding
unintentional alarms 36
Fastening safety belts, refer to
Safety belts 48
– warning lamp 49
Fastening system,
adaptive 124
Fastest route for
navigation 148
Fast forward
– CD changer 178
– CD player 178
– DVD changer 183
"Fast route" for
navigation 148
Fault displays, refer to Check
Control 78
Filler neck for washer fluid 68
First-aid kit 256
Flashing during locking/
unlocking, refer to Setting
confirmation signals 31
Flashlight 119
Flat tire
– changing wheels 251
– compact wheel 251
– Flat Tire Monitor 92
– run-flat tires 93, 95, 239
– TPM Tire Pressure
Monitor 94
Flat Tire Monitor FTM 92
Fluid reservoir, refer to Filler
neck for washer fluid 68
"FM", reception
range 163, 166

FM, waveband 166
Fog lamps 105
– indicator lamp 13, 105
Folding display screen open/
closed, DVD system in
rear 192
Folding rear seat backrest 123
Footbrake, refer to Braking
safely 129
Footwell lamps 105
For your own safety 5
4-wheel drive system, refer to
xDrive 90
Fresh-air nozzles, refer to Air
vents 106
Front airbags 97
Front passenger airbags 97
– deactivating 98
– refer to Exception of front
passenger seat 55
Front seat adjustment 43
FTM Flat Tire Monitor 92
– false alarms 92
– indicating a flat tire 93
– initializing the system 92
– malfunction 96
– snow chains 240
– system limits 92
– warning lamp 93
Fuel 233
– capacity 264
– display 72
– high-quality brands 233
– quality 233
– saving 128
– specifications 233
Fuel clock, refer to Fuel
gauge 72
Fuel consumption display,
computer, average fuel
consumption 73
Fuel display, refer to Fuel
gauge 72
Fuel filler door 232
– closing 232
– opening 232
– releasing manually 232
Fuses 253

Handbrake, refer to Parking
brake 60
– Automatic Hold 61
Hands-free system, refer to
Microphone 14
Hazard warning flashers 15
HDC Hill Descent Control 90
"HD radio" 169
HD radio, refer to High
Definition Radio 169
Head airbags 97
Headlamp control,
automatic 102
Headlamp flasher 66

At a glance
Controls
Driving tips

IBOC, refer to High Definition
Radio 169
Ice, refer to Outside
temperature warning 71
Ice warning, refer to Outside
temperature warning 71
ID3 tag, refer to Information on
track 177
Identification, tire 240
Identification mark, run-flat
tires 239
iDrive 16
– assistance window 20
– changing language 83
– changing menu page 19
– changing settings 81
– changing units of measure
and display type 82
– confirming selection or
entry 19
– controller 16
– controls 16
– displays, menus 17
– selecting menu item 19
– setting brightness 82
– setting date 82
– setting time 81
– start menu 17
– status information 20
– symbols 18

Navigation

Communications Entertainment

Home address 148
"Home address" for
navigation system 148
Homepage 4
Hood 241
Horn 10
Hot exhaust system 129
"Hour memo" 82
"House number" for
destination entry 141
Hydraulic brake assistant,
refer to Brake assistant 89
Hydroplaning 129

Mobility

Garage door opener, refer to
Integrated universal remote
control 115
Gasoline, refer to Required
fuel 233
Gasoline display, refer to Fuel
gauge 72
Gear changes, automatic
transmission with
Steptronic 65
General driving
notes 128, 129
Glass sunroof, electric
– convenient operation from
outside 32
– convenient operation with
comfort access 37
– remote control 30
Glove compartment 118
– lighting 118
– opening manually 118
GPS navigation, refer to
Navigation system 136
Grills, refer to Ventilation 110
Grills of the automatic climate
control 106
Gross vehicle weight, refer to
Weights 264

Headlamps 102
– care, refer to Caring for your
vehicle brochure
– cleaning, refer to Washer/
wiper system 67
– replacing bulbs 247
Head Light, refer to Adaptive
Head Light 104
Head restraints 46
– sitting safely 42
"Head-Up Display" 100
Head-Up Display 99
Heated
– mirrors 52
– rear window 108
– seats 50
– steering wheel 53
Heating 106
– exterior mirrors 52
– interior 106
– rear window 108
– residual heat 110
– seats 50
– steering wheel 53
Heating with engine switched
off, refer to Residual
heat 110
Heavy cargo, refer to Securing
cargo 132
Height, refer to
Dimensions 263
Height adjustment
– seats 43
– steering wheel 52
High beams 66, 104
– headlamp flasher 66
– indicator lamp 13
High Definition Radio 169
Highs, refer to Treble and
bass 163
High water, refer to Driving
through water 129
Highway, refer to Route
criteria 148
Hill Descent Control HDC 90
Hills 130
Holder for cups 120

Reference

Everything from A to Z

Ignition 59
– switched off 59
– switched on 59
Ignition key, refer to Keys/
remote control 28
Ignition key position 1, refer to
Radio readiness 59
Ignition key position 2, refer to
Ignition on 59
Ignition lock 59
– starting engine with comfort
access 37
Independent ventilation, refer
to Parked car ventilation 113
Indicator/warning lamps 13
– active steering 96
– airbags 99
– DSC 13, 89
– DTC 90
– fasten safety belt 49
– Flat Tire Monitor 93
– fog lamps 13
– TPM Tire Pressure
Monitor 95
Individual air distribution 109
Individually programmable
buttons on steering
wheel 53
Individual settings, refer to
Personal Profile 28
Inflation pressure, refer to Tire
inflation pressure 234
Inflation pressure monitoring
– refer to FTM Flat Tire
Monitor 92
– refer to TPM Tire Pressure
Monitor 94
Information
– on another location 144
– on country 144
– on current position 144
– on destination location 144
"Information on
destination" 145
"Info sources" 76

Initializing
– Flat Tire Monitor 92
– refer to Power failure 253
– refer to Setting date 82
– refer to Setting time 81
– seat, mirror and steering
wheel memory 44
"Input map" 143
Installation location
– drive for navigation DVD 136
– mobile phone 119
Instructions for navigation
system, refer to Voice
instructions 153
Instrument cluster, refer to
Instrument panel 12
Instrument illumination, refer
to Instrument lighting 105
Instrument lighting 105
Instrument panel 12
– refer to Cockpit 10
Integrated key 28
Integrated universal remote
control 115
Interesting destination for
navigation 144
"Interim time" 80
Interior lamps 105
– switching on with remote
control 30
Interior motion sensor 36
– switching off 36
Interior rearview mirror 52
– automatic dimming
feature 52
– compass 117
Intermittent mode of the
wipers 67

J
Jacking points 252
Joystick
– refer to iDrive 16
– refer to Selector lever,
selecting transmission
positions 64
Jump starting 256

K
Keyless-Go, refer to Comfort
access 36
Keyless opening and closing,
refer to Comfort access 36
Key Memory, refer to Personal
Profile 28
"Keypad" 218
Keys 28
– key-related settings, refer to
Personal Profile 28
Kick-down, automatic
transmission with
Steptronic 65
Knock control 233

L
Lamps, refer to Parking lamps/
low beams 102
Lamps and bulbs 247
"Language / Units" 82, 83
– for navigation
system 137, 153
"Language" for DVD system
in rear 196, 197
"Languages" 83
– for navigation
system 137, 153
Lashing eyes, refer to
Securing cargo 132
Last destinations, refer to
Destination list 145
"Last seat pos." 45
LATCH child restraint fixing
system 56
LEDs light-emitting
diodes 248
Length, refer to
Dimensions 263
License plate lamp, replacing
bulbs 250

At a glance
Controls
Driving tips
Navigation

M+S tires, refer to Winter
tires 240
"Main menu" for DVD system
in rear 197
Maintenance
– refer to Service and
Warranty Information
Booklet for US models 245
– refer to Service
requirements 75
– refer to Warranty and
Service Guide Booklet for
Canadian models 245
Maintenance system 245
Malfunction
– door lock 32
– driver's door 32
– fuel filler door 232
– liftgate 33
– panorama glass sunroof 40
– parking brake 63
Malfunction warnings, refer to
Check Control 78
Manual air distribution 108
Manually releasing
transmission lock 65
Manual mode, automatic
transmission with
Steptronic 65
"Manual" on the radio 167

Communications Entertainment

Manual operation
– door lock 32
– driver's door 32
– fuel filler door 232
– transmission lock, automatic
transmission 65
Map
– changing scale 152
– destination entry 143
"Map direction of travel" 152
"Map facing north" 152
Map facing north 152
Master key, refer to Keys/
remote control 28
Maximum cooling 109
Maximum speed
– for winter tires 240
– with compact wheel 253
Memory, refer to Seat, mirror
and steering wheel
memory 44
"Menu"
– for DVD system in
rear 185, 197
– with rear
entertainment 183, 195
Menus, refer to iDrive 16
Message list for traffic
information 155
Microfilter 111
Microphone
– for mobile phone 14
– for telephone 14
– for voice command
system 14
Mirror dimming feature 52
Mirrors 51
– automatic curb monitor 52
– exterior mirrors 51
– folding in and out 51
– heating 52
– interior rearview mirror 52
– memory, refer to Seat, mirror
and steering wheel
memory 44
"Missed calls" 216
Missed calls 217

Mobility

Lows, refer to Treble and
bass 163
Lug bolts 252
– tightening torque, refer to
After mounting 252
– wrench 251
Luggage compartment
capacity, refer to Cargo bay
capacity 264
Luggage rack, refer to Roofmounted luggage rack 132
Lumbar support 44

Reference

Liftgate 33
– automatic operation 34
– closing 33
– locking and unlocking from
inside 32
– opening from inside 33
– opening from outside 33
– opening manually 33
Light-emitting diodes
LEDs 248
Lighter 121
Lighter socket 121
"Lighting" 67, 103
Lighting
– instruments 105
– lamps and bulbs 247
– of the vehicle, refer to
Lamps 102
Light switch 102
"Limit" 80
Loading
– securing cargo 132
– stowing cargo 131
– vehicle 131
Load securing equipment,
refer to Securing cargo 132
"Lock after driving" 32
Lock buttons in the doors,
refer to Locking 32
Locking
– from inside 32
– setting confirmation
signals 31
– using remote control 29
– without key, refer to Comfort
access 36
Locking and unlocking doors
– from inside 32
– setting confirmation
signals 31
Locking without key, refer to
Comfort access 36
Low beams 102
– automatic 102
Lower back support, refer to
Lumbar support 44

Everything from A to Z

Mobile phone
– accepted calls 217
– adjusting volume 214
– calling 215
– ending call 215
– installation location, refer to
Center armrest 119
– missed calls 217
– operation via iDrive 214
– redialing 217
– refer to separate operating
instructions
– Top 8 217
– touch tone dialing 218
Monitor, refer to iDrive 16
Monitoring tire pressure, refer
to FTM Flat Tire Monitor 92
"Monitor on / off" 53
MP3, refer to Compressed
audio files 175
Multifunction steering wheel,
refer to Buttons on steering
wheel 11
Multifunction switch
– refer to Turn signals/
headlamp flasher/high
beams 66
– refer to Washer/wiper
system 67
Music track, refer to
Tracks 176
"Mute on / off" 53

N
"Navigation" 73, 138, 144
Navigation destination
– entering manually 139, 141
– home address 148
– selecting via map 143
Navigation drive, installation
location 136
Navigation DVD 136
Navigation instructions, refer
to Switching voice
instructions on/off 153

Navigation system 136
– address book 146
– changing route 154
– destination entry 138
– destination guidance in
assistance window 136
– destination list 145
– displaying current
position 157
– displaying route 151
– ending/continuing
destination guidance 150
– entering a destination
manually 139, 141
– last destinations 145
– navigation DVD 136
– opening 138
– route list 152
– searching for a special
destination 144
– selecting destination using
information 144
– selecting destination via
map 143
– selecting route criteria 148
– starting destination
guidance 150
– switching off, refer to
Ending/continuing
destination guidance 150
– voice instructions 153
– volume adjustment 154
"Navigation voice
instructions" 53, 137
Neck support, refer to Head
restraints 46
"New address" for navigation
system 146
"New destination" 139, 143
New remote control 28
"New route" 154
New wheels and tires 239
"Next entertainment
source" 53
"No video signal" for DVD
system in rear 203
Nozzles, refer to Windshield
washer nozzles 68

"NTSC color" for DVD system
in rear 204
Nylon rope, refer to Towstarting and towing 257

O
OBD socket 246
Octane ratings, refer to Fuel
specifications 233
Odometer 71
Oil
– additives, refer to Approved
engine oils 243
– approved engine oils 243
– consumption, refer to
Checking engine oil
level 242
– level 242
– refilling, refer to Adding
engine oil 243
Oil change interval, refer to
Service requirements 75
"On a new destination" for
navigation system 144
Onboard computer, refer to
iDrive 16
"Onboard info" 73
Onboard toolkit 247
"On destination" 144
"On location" 144
Opening and closing
– comfort access 36
– from inside 32
– panorama glass sunroof 39
– using remote control 29
– using the door lock 31
Operation by voice for mobile
phone 219
– adjusting volume 220
– canceling 219
– correcting phone
number 220
– dialing phone number 220
– placing a call 220
– redialing 221
– voice commands 219
– voice phone book 220

Radio
– Autostore 167
– controls 162
– High Definition Radio 169
– listen to station 166
– regional program 169
– sampling stations 167
– satellite radio 172
– selecting frequency
manually 167
– selecting
waveband 162, 166
– station search 167
– station with the best
reception 167
– storing stations 168
– switching on/off 162
– tone control 163
– volume 163
– Weather Band 171
Radio key, refer to Keys/
remote control 28
Radio position, refer to Radio
readiness 59

At a glance
Controls
Driving tips
Navigation

Communications Entertainment

Panic mode 30
Panorama glass sunroof 39
– moving manually 40
– power failure 40
– raising, opening, closing 39
Park Distance Control PDC 84
"Parked car operation" 113
"Parked car ventilation" 113
Parked car ventilation 113
– activating activation
time 114
– preselecting activation
times 114
– switching on and off
directly 113
Parking, vehicle 60
Parking aid
– refer to PDC Park Distance
Control 84
– refer to Rear view camera 86
Parking assistant, refer to
PDC Park Distance
Control 84
Parking brake 60
– Automatic Hold 61
– indicator lamp 13
Parking lamps 102

Power windows, refer to
Windows 38
Preselecting activation times
of the parked car
ventilation 114
"Presets"
– displaying with radio 166
– with satellite radio 173
Pressure, tires 234
Pressure monitoring of tires,
refer to TPM Tire Pressure
Monitor 94
"Profile" 229
Programmable buttons on
steering wheel 53
Programmable memory
buttons 21
Protective function, refer to
Pinch protection system
– panorama glass sunroof 40
– windows 38

Mobility

Parking with Automatic
Hold 62
Parts and accessories 6
"Passenger's seat climate" 51
Passenger-side exterior
mirror, tilting down 52
"Pathway lighting" 103
Pathway lighting 103
"Pause" for DVD system in
rear 198
Paying attention to speed 240
"PDC" 85
"PDC in main window only" 85
PDC Park Distance Control 84
Personal Profile 28
"Perspective" 152
Phone book 214
– creating and editing voice
phone book 220
Phone numbers
– deleting from phone
book 217
– dialing 215
– most recent numbers 217
– selecting in phone book 217
– Top 8 217
"Photo" for DVD system in
rear 194, 200
Pinch protection system
– panorama glass sunroof 40
– power windows 38
Plasters, refer to First-aid
kit 256
"Play"
– for DVD system in rear 198
– with satellite radio 173
Playing videos, DVD system in
rear 195
Plug-in unit for remote
control, refer to Ignition
lock 59
Pocket light, refer to
Flashlight 119
Position
– displaying 157
– storing, refer to Storing
current position 146
Power failure 253

Reference

Operation on poor roads 133
"Options" 227
Orientation menu, refer to
Start menu 17
Outlet slits, refer to Air
vents 106
Output, refer to Engine
data 262
Outside air, refer to AUC
Automatic recirculated-air
control 109
Outside temperature
display 71
– changing unit of measure 82
Outside temperature
warning 71
"Overview" for DVD system in
rear 201

Everything from A to Z

Radio readiness 59
– switched off 59
– switched on 59
– with comfort access 37
Rain sensor 67
"Random"
– for DVD system in rear 199
– refer to Random
sequence 178
"Random all"
– for DVD system in rear 200
– in audio mode 178
"Random directory"
– for DVD system in rear 200
– in audio mode 178
Random sequence 178
"RDS" Radio Data
System 169
Reading lamps 105
Rear automatic climate
control 111
– activating on Control
Display 112
– air supply 112
– switching off 112
"Rear climate control" 112
"Rear enabled" 192
Rear entertainment, refer to
DVD system in rear 192
Rear lamps, refer to Tail
lamps 249
– replacing bulbs 249
Rear seat backrest,
folding 123
Rear seats
– adjusting 47
– adjusting head restraints 47
– folding over backrest 123
– head restraint adjustment 47
– heating 50, 51
Rear socket 122
Rear ventilation 111
– rear automatic climate
control 111
– 3rd row seats 111

Rear view camera 86
– cleaning 88
– displaying 88
– driver assistance
functions 86
– switching off 86
– switching on 86
Rearview mirror 51
Rear window
– heating 108
– replacing wiper blade 247
– windshield wiper 68, 130
Rear window safety switch 39
Rear window wiper, replacing
wiper blade 247
"Received calls" 216
Recent numbers in mobile
phone 217
Reception level of mobile
phone, refer to Status
information 20
Recirculated-air mode 109
– air recirculation 109
– AUC Automatic
recirculated-air control 109
Reclining seat, refer to
Seats 43
Recording times, refer to
Stopwatch 80
"Redial" for mobile phone 216
Reflectors, refer to Tail
lamps 249
Refueling 232
Releasing
– hood 241
– refer to Unlocking 36
"Relock door if not
opened" 32
Remaining distance, refer to
Cruising range 73
Remaining distance to
destination, refer to
Computer 73

Remote control 28
– comfort access 36
– DVD system in rear 193
– garage door opener 115
– liftgate 30
– malfunction 31, 37
– replacing battery 38
Removing condensation on
the windows 108
"Repeat"
– for DVD system in rear 199
– in audio mode 178
"Repeat directory"
– for DVD system in
rear 198, 200
– in audio mode 178
"Repeat track"
– for DVD system in
rear 198, 200
– in audio mode 178
Replacement fuses 253
Replacement of tires 239
– changing wheels 251
– new wheels and tires 239
Replacing bulbs, refer to
Lamps and bulbs 247
Replacing wheels/tires, refer
to New wheels and tires 239
Replacing wiper blades 247
Reporting an accident, refer to
Initiating an emergency
request 255
Reporting safety defects 7
Reserve warning, refer to Fuel
gauge 72
"Reset" 93, 95
– for DVD system in
rear 196, 197
– stopwatch 80
– tone settings 165
Reset, refer to Resetting tone
settings 165
"resetting FTM …" 93
Residual heat 110
Restraint systems
– for children 55
– refer to Safety belts 48
Retreaded tires 239

At a glance
Controls
Driving tips
Navigation
Communications Entertainment

Safety 5
Safety belts 48
– damage 49
– sitting safely 42
– warning lamp 49
Safety belt tensioners
– refer to Airbags 97
– refer to Safety belts 48
Safety systems
– ABS Antilock Brake
System 88
– airbags 97
– driving stability control
systems 88
– DSC Dynamic Stability
Control 89
– safety belts 48
Safety tires, refer to Run-flat
tires 239
"SAT" 163, 172
Satellite radio 172
– displaying additional
information 173
– enabling 172
– selecting channel 173
– storing channel 173
"Scan"
– for DVD system in rear 199
– sampling stations with
radio 167
– sampling tracks with CD 177
Scan
– CD changer 177
– CD player 177
– radio 167
"Scan all"
– for DVD system in rear 200
– in audio mode 177
"Scan directory"
– for DVD system in rear 200
– in audio mode 177
Screen, refer to iDrive 16
Screw thread for tow
fitting 257
SDARS, refer to Satellite
radio 172
"Seat heater distribution" 50

Seat heating 50
Seats 43
– adjusting 43
– adjusting electrically 43
– adjusting manually 43
– backrest width 44
– heating 50
– in rear 47
– lumbar support 44
– memory, refer to Seat, mirror
and steering wheel
memory 44
– shoulder support 44
– sitting safely 42
– storing the setting 44
– thigh support 43, 44
– ventilation, refer to Active
seat ventilation and Seat
heating 50
2nd row seats 47
Securing load
– refer to Securing cargo 132
– with ski bag, refer to
Securing cargo 125
"Select as
destination" 144, 227
"Select current speed" 80
Selecting audio source 162
Selecting country for
navigation 139
Selecting frequency
manually 167
Selecting menu items 19
Selecting new scale for
navigation 152
Selector lever, automatic
transmission with
Steptronic 64
Selector lever lock, refer to
Reverse gear 64
Self-leveling suspension 92
Service, refer to Roadside
Assistance 256
Service and Warranty
Information Booklet for
US models 245
"Service Info" 76, 225, 242
Service interval indicator, refer
to Service requirements 75

Mobility

Reference

"Return" for DVD system in
rear 185, 197
Reverse
– CD changer 178
– CD player 178
– DVD changer 183
Reverse gear, automatic
transmission with
Steptronic 64
Road map 152
"Roadside Assistance" 224
Roadside Assistance 256
Roadside assistance 224
Roadside parking lamps 104
Roller sun blinds 118
Roll-up cover 122
Roof load capacity 264
Roof-mounted luggage
rack 132
Rope, refer to Tow-starting
and towing 257
Rotary pushbutton, refer to
iDrive 16
Route 148
– changing 154
– displaying 151
– displaying arrow display 151
– displaying map view 152
– displaying roads and towns/
cities 152
– displaying towns/cities 152
– list 152
– selecting 148
– selecting criteria 148
RSC Runflat System
Component, refer to Runflat tires 239
Runflat System Component
RSC, refer to Run-Flat
Tires 239
Run-flat tires 239
– continuing driving with a
damaged tire 93, 95
– flat tire 93, 95
– new wheels and tires 239
– tire inflation
pressure 93, 95, 234
– tire replacement 239

Everything from A to Z

"Service Request" 218, 225
"Service
requirements" 76, 225, 243
Service requirements 75
– also refer to CBS Condition
Based Service 245
"Set date" 82
"Set" on trip computer 74
"Set service date" 77
"Set time" 81
"Settings" 229
– for unlocking 30
Settings
– changing on Control
Display 81
– clock, 12h/24h mode 82
– configuring, refer to
Personal Profile 28
Setting speed limit 80
Setting time, refer to
Preselecting activation
times 114
"SET" with rear
entertainment 183, 195
Shifting, automatic
transmission with
Steptronic 65
Short commands of voice
command system 265
Shortest route in navigation,
refer to Selecting route 148
"Short route" for
navigation 148
Shoulder support 44
"Show current position" 143
"Show destination
position" 143
Shuffled, refer to Random
– CD changer 178
– CD player 178
Side airbags 97
Side marker lamps, replacing
bulbs 248
Signal horn, refer to Horn 10
Sitting safely 42
– with airbags 42
– with head restraint 42
– with safety belts 42
Ski bag 125

Slide show, refer to Displaying
images 200
Sliding/tilt sunroof, refer to
Panorama glass sunroof 39
Slope assistant, refer to
Starting assistant 91
Smokers' package, refer to
Ashtray 120
Snow chains 240
Socket for Onboard
Diagnostics interface 246
Socket for remote control,
refer to Ignition lock 59
Sockets, refer to Connecting
electrical devices 121
Soft closure aid, refer to
Automatic soft closing 33
Song search, refer to
Sampling tracks 177
SOS, refer to Initiating an
emergency request 255
Spare fuses 253
Spare remote control 28
Spare wheel
– refer to Changing
wheels 251
– refer to Compact wheel 251
Special oils, refer to Approved
engine oils 243
Specified oil grades, refer to
Approved engine oils 243
Speed
– with compact wheel 253
– with winter tires 240
Speed-dependent
volume 164
Speed limit warning, refer to
Speed limit 80
Speedometer 12
"Speed volume", refer to Tone
control 164
Sport program, automatic
transmission with
Steptronic 65
Stability control, refer to
Driving stability control
systems 88
"Standard" for DVD system in
rear 197, 204

"Star button" 54
Star button 53
Start/Stop button 59
"Start" for stopwatch 80
"Start guidance" 141
Starting, refer to Starting
engine 60
Starting assistance, refer to
Jump starting 256
Starting assistant 91
Starting difficulties, jump
starting 256
Starting off on slopes, refer to
Starting assistant 91
Start menu, iDrive 17
"Start service" 224
"Start Service" with
BMW Assist 226
"State / Province" for
destination entry 139
"State inspection" 77
Station, refer to Radio 166
"Status" 77
Status of this Owner's Manual
at time of printing 5
Steering wheel
– adjusting 52
– automatic adjustment, refer
to Steering wheel
memory 44
– buttons on steering
wheel 11
– easy entry/exit 53
– heating 53
– memory 44
– programmable buttons 53
"Steering wheel buttons" 53
Steering with variable ratio,
refer to Active steering 96
Steptronic, refer to Sport
program and manual mode
M/S 65
"Stop" for stopwatch 80
"Stopwatch" 80
Stopwatch 80
Storage compartments 119
"Store"
– on the radio 168
– with satellite radio 174

At a glance
Controls
Driving tips
Navigation
Communications Entertainment

Tachometer 72
"Tailgate" 34
Tailgate 35
– opening from inside 33
– opening from outside 33
– opening manually 33
Tail lamps 249
– replacing bulbs 249
Tank contents, refer to
Capacities 264
Target cursor for
navigation 143
Technical alterations, refer to
For your own safety 5

Tire inflation pressure
monitoring, refer to Flat Tire
Monitor 92
Tire inflation pressures 234
– checking 234
Tire Pressure Monitor
TPM 94
Tire Quality Grading 237
Tires
– age 237
– air loss 93, 95
– breaking-in 128
– changing 239
– condition 238
– damage 238
– flat tire, refer to Changing
wheels 251
– inflation pressure 234
– inflation pressure
monitoring, refer to FTM
Flat Tire Monitor 92
– new wheels and tires 239
– pressure loss 93, 95
– pressure monitoring, refer to
TPM Tire Pressure
Monitor 94
– replacing 251
– retreaded tires 239
– run-flat tires 239
– size 237
– tread 238
– wear indicators 238
– wheel/tire combination 239
– winter tires 240
"Title" for DVD system in
rear 197
TMC station, refer to Traffic
information 154
"Tone" 163
– for DVD system in rear 197
Tone in audio mode
– adjusting 163
– middle setting 165
"Tone left" for DVD system in
rear 196
Tone on locking/unlocking 31
Tools, refer to Onboard
toolkit 247

Mobility

Technical data 262
Telematic, refer to
TeleService,
BMW Assist 223
Telephone
– refer to Mobile phone 208
– refer to separate operating
instructions
"Telephone list" 53
TeleService 225
Temperature
– adjusting in upper body
region 108
– adjusting with automatic
climate control 108, 112
– changing units of
measure 82
– refer to Coolant
temperature 72
Temperature display
– outside temperature 71
– setting units 82
– temperature warning 71
Temperature warning 71
Tempomat, refer to Cruise
control 69
"Terminate services" 228
"Text language" 83
The individual vehicle 5
Third brake lamp, refer to
Center brake lamp 250
3rd row seats 48
Tightening torque of the lug
bolts, refer to After
mounting 252
Tilt alarm sensor, switching
off 36
Tilting down passenger-side
exterior mirror 52
"Time" 81
"Time / Date" 81
"Time format" 82
Timer, refer to Preselecting
activation times 114
"Timer 2" for parked car
ventilation 114
"Timer 1" for parked car
ventilation 114

Reference

"Store in address book" for
navigation system 146
Storing current position 146
Storing radio stations 168
Storing sitting position, refer
to Seat, mirror and steering
wheel memory 44
Storing tires 240
"Street" for destination
entry 140
"Subtitles" for DVD system in
rear 197
Summer tires, refer to Wheels
and tires 234
Switches, refer to Cockpit 10
Switching cooling function on
and off 109
Switching off engine 60
Switching on
– audio 162
– CD changer 162
– CD player 162
– radio 162
Switching on hour signal 82
Swiveling headlamps, refer to
Adaptive Head Light 104
Symbols 4
– indicator/warning lamps 13
– navigation system 156
– traffic information with
navigation system 154

Everything from A to Z

"Top 8" for mobile phone 216
Torque
– engine 262
– lug bolts, refer to After
mounting 252
Touch tone dialing 218
Tow fitting 257
Towing 257
– tow fitting 257
"Town / City" for destination
entry 139
Town/city for destination
entry 139
Tow-starting 257, 258
"TPM" 95
TPM Tire Pressure
Monitor 94
– resetting system 94
– system limits 94
– warning lamp 95
Tracks
– finding 177
– random sequence 178
– sampling, scan 177
Track width, refer to
Dimensions 263
Traction-assist feature, refer
to DSC Dynamic Stability
Control 89
Traction control, refer to
DSC Dynamic Stability
Control 89
Traffic congestion
– bypassing 157
– displaying traffic
information 154
Traffic information for
navigation
– depiction in route map 156
– displaying 155
– during destination
guidance 157
– switching on/off 155
– symbols 156
"Traffic Info settings" 155

Transmission
– automatic transmission with
Steptronic 64
– manually releasing
transmission lock on
automatic transmission with
Steptronic 65
– starting assistant 91
Transmission positions, refer
to Automatic transmission
with Steptronic 64
Transporting children
safely 55
Transport securing device,
refer to Securing cargo 132
Tread depth, refer to Minimum
tread depth 238
Treble, refer to Tone
control 163
"Treble / Bass" for DVD
system in rear 197
"Trip computer" 74
Trip computer 74
Trip-distance counter, refer to
Trip odometer 71
"Triple turn signal" 67
Trip odometer 71
Turning circle, refer to
Dimensions 263
Turn signals 66
– indicator lamp 12
– replacing bulbs 248

U
Underbody protection, refer to
Caring for your vehicle
brochure
Uniform Tire Quality Grading/
UTQR 237
"Units" 83
Units
– average fuel
consumption 82
– temperature 82
Universal garage-door
opener, refer to Integrated
universal remote
control 115

Universal remote control 115
"Unlock button" 30
Unlocking
– from inside 32
– liftgate 30
– using remote control 30
– without key, refer to Comfort
access 36
Unlocking and locking doors,
using remote control 30
Unlocking without key, refer to
Comfort access 36
"Unlock rear menu" for DVD
system in rear 192
"Update services" 227
USB audio interface 189
"USB" in audio
mode 188, 190
Used batteries
– refer to Disposal 253
– refer to Replacing battery 38

V
Valve screw caps, refer to
After mounting 252
Vehicle
– battery 253
– breaking-in 128
– care 246
– care, refer to Caring for your
vehicle brochure
– decommissioning, refer to
Caring for your vehicle
brochure
– loading 131
– measurements, refer to
Dimensions 263
– parking 60
– washing, refer to Caring for
your vehicle brochure
– weights 264
"Vehicle / Tires" for
unlocking 30
Vehicle jack 251
– jacking points 252
Vehicle position, refer to
Displaying current
position 157

xDrive 90

At a glance
Controls
Driving tips

"Zoom" for DVD system in
rear 197

Navigation

Communications Entertainment

Warning lamps, refer to
Indicator and warning
lamps 13
Warning messages, refer to
Check Control 78
Warning tone, volume 83
Warning triangle 255
Warranty and Service Guide
Booklet for Canadian
models 245

Windshield wipers, refer to
Washer/wiper system 67
– replacing wiper blades 247
Winter tires 240
– storage 240
"With highways" for
navigation system 148
Word matching principle for
navigation 149
Working in the engine
compartment 241
Wrenches/screwdrivers, refer
to Onboard toolkit 247

Mobility

Washer/wiper system 67
– rain sensor 67
– washer fluid 68
– windshield washer
nozzles 68
Washer fluid 68
– capacity of the reservoir 69
Washing the vehicle, also refer
to Caring for your vehicle
brochure
Water on roads, refer to
Driving through water 129
Waveband for radio 166
"WB" 171
Wear indicators in tires, refer
to Minimum tread depth 238
Weather Band 171
Website 4
Weights 264
"Welcome light" 103
Wheel/tire combination, refer
to New wheels and tires 239
Wheel/tire damage 238
Wheelbase, refer to
Dimensions 263
Wheels and tires 234
Width, refer to
Dimensions 263
Windows 38
– convenient operation 30
– convenient operation from
outside 32
– convenient operation with
comfort access 37
– opening, closing 38
– pinch protection system 38
– safety switch 39
Windshield
– cleaning, refer to Washer/
wiper system 67
– defrosting, refer to
Defrosting windows 108
– displays, refer to Head-Up
Display 99
Windshield washer system
– refer to Washer/wiper
system 67
– windshield washer
nozzles 68

Reference

Ventilation 110
– draft-free 110
– in the rear 111
– rear automatic climate
control 113
– 3rd row seats 111
– while stationary 113
Vent outlets of automatic
climate control 106
Vents, refer to Ventilation 110
"Vent settings" 109
"Video settings" for DVD
system in rear 196
Voice, refer to Voice
instructions for navigation
system 153
Voice command system 23
– short commands 265
Voice instructions for
navigation system 153
– muting 54, 154
– repeating 54, 154
– switching on/off 54, 153
– volume 154
Voice phone book 220
Volume
– mobile phone 214
– setting speeddependent 164
– voice instructions 154
Volume distribution in audio
mode
– front/rear 164
– right/left 164
Volume of warning tones 83

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