Bmw 2011 328I Coupe Owners Manual

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Contents
Notes
At a glance
- Cockpit
Controls
Driving tips
- Things to remember when driving
Mobility
Reference
- Technical data
- Everything from A to Z
  - Index

The Ultimate

Driving Machine

Owner's Manual

for Vehicle

Contents

A - Z

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328i

328i xDrive

335i

335i xDrive

335is

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 fea-

tures. 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 Informa-

tion Booklet for US models or a Warranty and Service Guide

Booklet for Canadian models.

We wish you an enjoyable driving experience.

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Contents

The quickest way to find special topics is to

consult the index, refer to page 184.

Using this Owner's Manual

4Notes

6Reporting safety defects

At a glance

10 Cockpit

Controls

18 Opening and closing

36 Adjustments

47 Transporting children safely

50 Driving

71 Controls overview

79 Technology for driving comfort and

safety

91 Lamps

97 Climate

104 Practical interior accessories

Driving tips

120 Things to remember when driving

Mobility

128 Refueling

130 Wheels and tires

144 Under the hood

148 Maintenance

150 Care

154 Replacing components

159 Giving and receiving assistance

164 Indicator and warning lamps

Reference

178 Technical data

184 Everything from A to Z

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Notes

Using this Owner's Manual

We have tried to make all the information in this

Owner's Manual easy to find. 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.

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

Should you have any other questions, your

BMW center will be glad to advise you at any

time.

Information on BMW, e.g. on technical aspects,

can also be found on the Internet at

www.bmwusa.com.

Symbols used

Indicates precautions that must be fol-

lowed precisely in order to avoid the pos-

sibility of personal injury and serious damage to

the vehicle.<

Indicates information that will assist you

in gaining the optimum benefit from your

vehicle and enable you to care more effectively

for your vehicle.<

Refers to measures that can be taken to

help protect the environment.<

<Marks the end of a specific item of informa-

tion.

*Indicates special equipment, country-spe-

cific equipment and optional accessories, as

well as equipment and functions not yet avail-

able at the time of printing.

Symbols on vehicle components

Indicates that you should consult the rel-

evant section of this Owner's Manual for

information on a particular part or assembly.

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The individual vehicle

When you ordered your BMW, you chose vari-

ous items of equipment. This Owner's Manual

describes the entire array of options and equip-

ment available with a specific BMW model.

Please bear in mind that the manual may con-

tain information on accessories and equipment

that you have not specified for your own vehicle.

Sections describing options and special equip-

ment are marked by asterisks* to assist you in

identifying possible differences between the

descriptions in this manual and your own vehi-

cle's equipment.

If equipment in your BMW is not described in

this Owner's Manual, please refer to the accom-

panying Supplementary Owner's Manuals.

Editorial notice

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 in exceptional cases that

features described in this Owner's Manual

could differ from those on your vehicle.

For your own safety

Maintenance and repair

Advanced technology, e.g. the use of

modern materials and powerful electron-

ics, requires specially adapted maintenance

and repair methods. You should therefore have

the corresponding work on your vehicle per-

formed only by your BMW center or at a work-

shop that works according to BMW repair pro-

cedures with correspondingly trained

personnel. If this work is not carried out prop-

erly, there is a danger of subsequent damage

and related safety hazards.<

Parts and accessories

For your own safety, use genuine parts

and accessories approved by BMW.

When you purchase accessories tested and

approved by BMW and Original 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 accesso-

ries 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 vehi-

cle, its operation, or its occupants.

Original BMW Parts, BMW Accessories and

other products approved by BMW, together

with professional advice on using these items,

are available from all BMW centers.

Installation and operation of accessories not

approved by BMW, 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, for

instance, CBs, walkie-talkies, ham radio or sim-

ilar 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. See your

BMW center for additional information.<

Maintenance, replacement, or repair of

the emission control devices and sys-

tems may be performed by any automotive

repair establishment or individual using any cer-

tified automotive part.<

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Notes

California Proposition 65 warning

California law requires us to issue the following

warning:

Engine exhaust and a wide variety of

automobile components and parts,

including components found in the interior fur-

nishings 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 accesso-

ries 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.<

Service and warranty

We recommend that you read this publication

thoroughly.

Your BMW is covered by the following warran-

ties:

>New Vehicle Limited Warranty

>Rust Perforation Limited Warranty

>Federal Emissions System Defect Warranty

>Federal Emissions Performance Warranty

>California Emission Control System Limited

Warranty

Detailed information about these warranties is

listed in the Service and Warranty Information

Booklet for US models or in the Warranty and

Service Guide Booklet for Canadian models.

Your vehicle has been specifically adapted and

designed to meet the particular operating con-

ditions and homologation requirements in your

country and continental region in order to

deliver the full driving pleasure while the vehicle

is operated under those conditions. If you wish

to operate your vehicle in another country or

region, you may be required to adapt your vehi-

cle to meet different prevailing operating condi-

tions and homologation requirements. You

should also be aware of any applicable warranty

limitations or exclusions for such country or

region. In such case, please contact Customer

Relations for further information.

Reporting safety defects

For US customers

The following only applies to vehicles owned

and operated in the US.

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, West-

wood, New Jersey 07675-1227,

Telephone 1-800-831-1117.

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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 center, or BMW of

North America, LLC.

To contact NHTSA, you may call the Vehicle

Safety Hotline toll-free at 1-888-327-4236

(TTY: 1-800-424-9153); go to

http://www.safercar.gov; or write to: Adminis-

trator, NHTSA, 400 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 Can-

ada 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

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.

At a glance

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Cockpit

Around the steering wheel: controls and displays

4Folding exterior mirrors in and out*44

5Adjusting exterior mirrors, automatic

curb monitor*44

1Convertible: opening and closing

windows jointly 29

2Convertible: opening and closing

rear windows 29

3Opening and closing front

windows 29

6Parking lamps 91

Low beams 91

Automatic headlamp control*91

Adaptive light control*93

High-beam assistant*94

7Fog lamps*95

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9Instrument cluster 12

12 Ignition lock 50

13 Buttons on the steering wheel

15 Horn, entire surface

16 Adjusting the steering wheel 46

18 Releasing the hood 144

19 Opening the trunk lid 24

8Turn signals 60

High beams, headlamp flasher 93

High-beam assistant*94

Roadside parking lamps*93

Computer 72

Settings and information about the

vehicle 74

10 Windshield wipers 61

Rain sensor*61

11 Switching the ignition on/off and

starting/stopping the engine 50

Telephone*:

Accepting and ending a call; dial-

ing* the selected phone number;

redialing if no phone number is

selected

Volume

Changing the radio station

Interrupting a traffic bulletin

Selecting a music track

Scrolling through the redial list

Next entertainment source

Recirculated-air mode 101

14 Steering wheel heating*46

17 Cruise control*62

Active cruise control*64

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Cockpit

Instrument cluster

1Speedometer

2Indicator lamps for turn signals

3Indicator and warning lamps 13

4Displays for active cruise control*64

5Tachometer 71

6Engine oil temperature 72

7Display for

>Clock 71

>Outside temperature 71

>Indicator and warning lamps 77

8Display for

>Position of automatic transmission*53

>Gear indicator in 7-gear Sports auto-

matic transmission with double

clutch*55

>Computer 72

>Date of next scheduled service, and

remaining distance to be driven 76

>Odometer and trip odometer 71

>High-beam assistant*94

>Initializing the Flat Tire Monitor*83

>Resetting the Tire Pressure

Monitor*85

>Checking engine oil level*145

>Settings and information 74

>There is a Check Control

message 77

9Fuel gauge 72

10 Resetting the trip odometer 71

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Indicator and warning lamps

The concept

Indicator and warning lamps can light up in a

variety of combinations and colors.

Several of the lamps are checked for proper

functioning and light up temporarily when the

engine is started or the ignition is switched on.

What to do in case of a malfunction

A list of all indicator and warning lamps, as well

as notes on possible causes of malfunctions

and on how to respond, can be found starting

on page 164.

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Cockpit

Around the center console: controls and displays

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1Coupe: microphone for telephone* in

hands-free mode

Convertible: microphone on steering

column

2SOS: initiating an Emergency Request

call*159

3Reading lamps 96

4Coupe: glass roof, electric*30

5Interior lamps 95

6Passenger airbag status lamp*89

7Hazard warning flashers

8Dynamic Traction Control DTC 81

9Central locking system 23

10 Radio, refer to separate Owner's Manual

11 Air conditioner or automatic climate

control*

Air distribution for air

conditioner 98

Air distribution to the

windshield*100

Air distribution to the upper body

area*100

Air distribution to the

footwell*100

Automatic air distribution and flow

rate*101

Cooling function 102

Automatic recirculated-air control

AUC* and recirculated-air

mode 101

Recirculated-air mode 98

Maximum cooling*101

ALL program*102

Air volume 98,101

Defrosting windows*102

Rear window defroster 99,102

Heated seats*41

12 Park Distance Control PDC*79

Coupe:

Roller sun blind*107

Coupe:

Hill Descent Control HDC*81

13 Convertible:

Opening and closing retractable

hardtop 32

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Controls

This chapter is intended to provide you with

information for complete control of your vehicle.

All features and accessories that are useful for

driving and your safety, comfort and

convenience, are described here.

Controls

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Opening and closing

Remote control

Each remote control contains a rechargeable

battery that is automatically recharged when it

is in the ignition lock while the car is being

driven. Use each remote control at least twice a

year for longer road trips in order to maintain the

batteries' charge status. In cars with Comfort

Access*, the remote control contains a

replaceable battery, refer to page 29.

The settings called up and implemented when

the car is unlocked depend on which remote

control is used to unlock the car, refer to Per-

sonal Profile, next column.

In addition, information about service require-

ments is stored in the remote control, refer to

Service data in the remote control, page 148.

Integrated key

Press button 1 to release the key.

The integrated key fits the following locks:

>Glove compartment, refer to page 107

>Driver's door, refer to page 23

New remote controls

Your BMW center can supply new remote con-

trols with integrated keys as additional units or

as replacements in the event of loss.

Personal Profile

The concept

You can set many of your BMW's functions to

suit your personal needs and preferences.

Without any action on your part, Personal Pro-

file ensures that most of these settings are

stored for the remote control currently in use.

When you unlock the car, the remote control

used for the purpose is recognized and the set-

tings stored for it are called up and imple-

mented.

This means that your personal settings will be

activated for you, even if in the meantime your

car was used by someone else with another

remote control and the corresponding settings.

The individual settings are stored for a maxi-

mum of four remote controls. They are stored

for two remote controls if Comfort Access* is in

use.

Personal Profile settings

For more information on specific settings, refer

to the specified pages.

>Response of the central locking system

when the car is unlocked, refer to page 19

>Automatic locking of the vehicle, refer to

page 23

>Automatic call-up* of the driver's seat

position, refer to page 41

>Triple turn signal activation, refer to

page 60

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>Settings for the display in the instrument

cluster:

>12h/24h format of the clock, refer to

page 75

>Date format, refer to page 75

>Units of measure, refer to page 75

>Light settings:

>Pathway lighting, refer to page 91

>Daytime running lights, refer to page 92

>High-beam assistant, refer to page 94

>Automatic climate control*: AUTO pro-

gram, cooling function and automatic recir-

culated-air control activated/deactivated,

temperature, air volume and distribution,

refer to page 100 ff

>Entertainment:

>Speed-dependent volume control, refer

to separate Owner's Manual

Central locking system

The concept

The central locking system functions when the

driver's door is closed.

The system simultaneously engages and

releases the locks on the following:

>Doors

>Trunk lid

>Fuel filler flap

>Convertible: glove compartment

Operating from outside

>Via the remote control

>Via the door lock*

>In cars with Comfort Access*, via the han-

dles on the driver's and front passenger

doors

In addition, if the remote control is used, the

welcome lamps, interior lamps and the door's

courtesy lamps* are switched on or off. The

alarm system* is also armed or disarmed.

For further details of the alarm system, refer to

page 26.

Operating from inside

By means of the button for central locking, refer

to page 23.

In the event of a sufficiently severe accident, the

central locking system unlocks automatically. In

addition, the hazard warning flashers and inte-

rior lamps come on.

Opening and closing:

Using the remote control

Persons or animals in a parked vehicle

could lock the doors from the inside. You

should therefore take the remote control with

you when you leave the vehicle so that the latter

can be opened from outside.<

Convertible: to operate the retractable

hardtop with the remote control, the

doors and trunk lid must be closed and the

cargo area partition must be folded down and

engaged on both sides. Refer also to page 32.<

Unlocking

Press the button.

The interior lamps, the courtesy lamps* and the

welcome lamps come on.

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Opening and closing

Setting unlocking characteristics

You can set whether only the driver's door or

the entire vehicle is to be unlocked when the

button is pressed for the first time.

For operating principle, refer to page 74.

1. Switch on the ignition, refer to page 50.

2. Lightly push button 1 in the turn indicator

lever up or down repeatedly until the sym-

bol appears in the display accompanied by

the word "SET".

3. Press button 2.

4. Lightly push button 1 in the turn indicator

lever down repeatedly until the symbol

appears in the display.

5. Press button 2.

6. Use button 1 to select:

Press the button once to unlock only

the driver's door and the fuel filler flap.

Press the button twice to unlock the

entire vehicle.

Press the button once to unlock the

entire vehicle.

7. Press button 2.

The setting is stored for the remote control

currently in use.

Coupe: convenient opening

Hold the button down.

The windows and the glass roof* are opened.

Convertible: convenient opening*

When you are close to the vehicle, the remote

control for Comfort Access can be used to open

the retractable hardtop.

Hold the button down.

The windows and the retractable hardtop are

opened if the doors are closed.

If you continue pressing the button, the win-

dows move up.

Watch during the opening process to

ensure that no one is injured. Releasing

the button interrupts the opening process.<

Locking

Press the button.

Convertible: convenient closing*

When you are close to the vehicle, the remote

control for Comfort Access can be used to

close the retractable hardtop and the windows.

Hold the button down.

The retractable hardtop and the windows are

closed.

Watch during the closing process to

ensure that no one is injured. Releasing

the button interrupts the closing process.<

Switching on interior lamps

While the car is locked:

Press the button.

You can also use this function to locate your

vehicle in parking garages etc.

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Unlocking the trunk lid

Press the button for approx. 1 second.

The trunk lid opens a short distance, regardless

of whether it was locked or unlocked.

The trunk lid swings back and up when

opened. Ensure that there is sufficient

clearance. To avoid locking yourself out by

accident, do not place the remote control in the

cargo area. A previously locked trunk lid is

locked again after closing.

Before and after each trip, check that the trunk

lid has not been inadvertently unlocked.<

Convertible: convenient loading*

When you are close to the vehicle, the remote

control for Comfort Access can be used to par-

tially raise the open hardtop for more conve-

nient loading of the cargo area.

1. Briefly press the button and, within one

second, press again and hold until the

retractable hardtop stops in an intermediate

position. The trunk lid opens slightly.

2. Open the trunk lid, press the cargo area par-

tition upward and stow the cargo in the

cargo area.

3. Press down the cargo area partition until it

engages on both sides and close the trunk

lid.

4. Press the button for a longer period to

fold the retractable hardtop back in.

Confirmation signals

You can activate or deactivate the confirmation

signals.

For operating principle, refer to page 74.

1. Switch on the ignition, refer to page 50.

2. Lightly push button 1 in the turn indicator

lever up or down repeatedly until the sym-

bol appears in the display accompanied by

the word "SET".

3. Press button 2.

4. Lightly push button 1 in the turn indicator

lever down repeatedly until the desired

symbol appears in the display.

> Confirmation signal during unlocking

> Confirmation signal during locking

5. Press button 2.

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Opening and closing

6. Use button 1 to select:

The hazard warning flashers light up

during unlocking/locking.

An acoustic signal sounds during

unlocking/locking.

The hazard warning flashers light up and

an acoustic signal* sounds during

unlocking/locking.

The function is deactivated.

7. Press button 2.

The setting is stored.

Malfunctions

The remote control may malfunction due to

local radio waves. If this occurs, unlock and lock

the car at the door lock with the integrated key.

Coupe: in vehicles without an alarm system* or

Comfort Access*, only the driver's door can be

locked and unlocked with the integrated key via

the door lock.

Convertible: if hardtop movement via the

remote control is interrupted briefly, the move-

ment will be completed more quickly if you keep

the corresponding button pressed continu-

ously.

If the car can no longer be locked with a remote

control, the battery in the remote control is dis-

charged. Use the remote control on an

extended trip to recharge the battery, refer to

page 18. The remote control for Comfort

Access* contains a battery that may have to be

changed, refer to page 29.

For US owners only

The transmitter and receiver units comply with

part 15 of the FCC/Federal Communications

Commission regulations. Operation is gov-

erned by the following:

FCC ID:

LX8766S

LX8766E

LX8CAS

Compliance statement:

This device complies with part 15 of the FCC

Rules. Operation is subject to the following two

conditions:

>This device must not cause harmful inter-

ference, and

>this device must accept any interference

received, including interference that may

cause undesired operation.

Any unauthorized modifications or

changes to these devices could void the

user's authority to operate this equipment.<

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Opening and closing:

Using the door lock

You can set the way in which the car is

unlocked, refer to page 19.

Coupe

In vehicles without an alarm system* or

Comfort Access*, only the driver's door

can be locked via the door lock.<

To lock all doors, the fuel filler flap and the trunk

lid at once:

1. With the doors closed, lock the vehicle

using the button for the central locking sys-

tem in the interior, refer to page 23.

2. Unlock and open the driver's or front pas-

senger door, refer to page 24.

3. Lock the vehicle.

>Lock the driver's door using the inte-

grated key in the door lock, or

>press down the lock button of the front

passenger door and close the door from

the outside.

Convenient operation

Coupe: if the vehicle is equipped with an alarm

system* or Comfort Access*, you can also

operate the windows and the glass roof* via the

door lock.

Convertible: you can operate the windows and

the retractable hardtop via the door lock.

Hold the key in the position for unlocking or

locking.

During each closing procedure, and when

opening the retractable hardtop, watch

the process and ensure that no one becomes

trapped. Releasing the key stops the

operation.<

Manual operation

In the event of an electrical malfunction, you can

lock and unlock the driver's door by turning the

integrated key to the corresponding limit posi-

tions in the door lock.

Opening and closing:

From inside

This button serves to unlock or lock doors and

the trunk lid, but does not activate the anti-theft

system. The fuel filler flap remains unlocked.

Automatic locking

You can also set the situations in which the car

locks:

For operating principle, refer to page 74.

1. Switch on the ignition, refer to page 50.

2. Lightly push button 1 in the turn indicator

lever up or down repeatedly until the sym-

bol appears in the display accompanied by

the word "SET".

3. Press button 2.

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4. Lightly push button 1 in the turn indicator

lever down repeatedly until the symbol

appears in the display.

5. Press button 2.

6. Use button 1 to select:

The central locking system automati-

cally locks the vehicle after some time if

no door has been opened.

The central locking system automati-

cally locks the vehicle as soon as you

drive off.

The central locking system automati-

cally locks the vehicle after some time if

no door has been opened, or as soon as

you drive off.

The central locking system remains

unlocked.

7. Press button 2.

The setting is stored for the remote control

currently in use.

Unlocking and opening doors

>Either unlock the doors together using the

button for the central locking system and

then pull the door handle above the armrest

>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 safety lock button of a door.

To prevent you from being locked out, the

open driver's door cannot be locked using

the lock button.

Persons or animals in a parked vehicle

could lock the doors from the inside. You

should therefore take the remote control with

you when you leave the vehicle so that the latter

can be opened from outside.<

Trunk lid

In order to avoid damage, make sure there

is sufficient clearance before opening the

trunk lid.<

Opening from inside

Press the button: the trunk lid opens unless it

has been locked.

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Opening from outside

Press the button, see arrow, or the button

on the remote control for a longer period. The

trunk lid will open slightly. It can now be swung

upwards.

In the event of a malfunction, please con-

tact your BMW center or a workshop that

works according to BMW repair procedures

with correspondingly trained personnel.<

Coupe: locking or unlocking separately

The switch is located in the glove compartment.

1Locking the trunk lid

2Unlocking the trunk lid

Locking separately

Push the switch in the direction of arrow 1.

The trunk lid is locked and cannot be unlocked

using the central locking system.

If you give the remote control without the inte-

grated key to someone else while the glove

compartment is locked, the trunk lid cannot be

opened. This is an advantage when valet park-

ing, for example. Locking the glove compart-

ment, refer to page 107.

Unlocking separately

Push the switch in the direction of arrow 2.

Emergency release

Pull the lever in the cargo area. The trunk lid is

unlocked.

Closing

The handle recesses on the interior trim of the

trunk lid make it easier to pull down.

Make sure that the closing path of the

trunk lid is clear; otherwise, injuries may

result.<

Coupe

Convertible

To close the trunk lid, press it down

lightly. The lid is closed automatically.<

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Alarm system*

The concept

The vehicle alarm system responds:

>When a door, the hood or the trunk lid is

opened

>To movements inside the vehicle: Interior

motion sensor, refer to page 27

>When the car's inclination changes, for

instance if an attempt is made to jack it up

and steal the wheels or to raise it prior to

towing away

>When there has been an interruption of

power supply from the battery

The alarm system signals unauthorized entry

attempts for a short time by means of:

>An acoustic alarm

>Switching on the hazard warning flashers

>Flashing the high beams

Arming and disarming

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.

You can open the trunk lid even when the alarm

system is armed, by pressing the button on

the remote control, refer to page 21. The lid is

locked and monitored again as soon as you

close it.

Panic mode*

You can trigger the alarm system if you find

yourself in a dangerous situation:

Press the button for at least three seconds.

To switch off the alarm: press any button.

Switching off an alarm

>Unlock the car with the remote control, refer

to page 19.

>Insert the remote control all the way into the

ignition lock.

Indicator lamp displays

>The indicator lamp under the inside rear-

view mirror flashes continuously: the sys-

tem is armed.

>The indicator lamp flashes after locking:

doors, hood or trunk lid 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. The interior motion sensor and

the tilt alarm sensor are not activated.

>The indicator lamp goes out after unlocking:

your vehicle has not been disturbed while

you were away.

>If the indicator lamp flashes after unlocking

until the remote control is inserted in the

ignition, but for no longer than approx.

5 minutes: your vehicle has been disturbed

while you were away.

Tilt alarm sensor

The tilt of the vehicle is monitored. The alarm

system reacts, e.g. to attempts to steal a wheel

or tow the vehicle.

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Interior motion sensor

Coupe

In order for the interior motion sensor to func-

tion properly, the windows and glass roof must

be completely closed*.

Convertible

The interior of the car is monitored up to the

height of the seat cushions. Thus the alarm sys-

tem is activated together with the interior

motion sensor even if the hardtop is open. The

alarm can be triggered unintentionally by falling

objects such as leaves, refer to Avoiding unin-

tentional alarms.

Avoiding unintentional alarms

The tilt alarm sensor and interior motion sensor

may be switched off at the same time. This pre-

vents unintentional alarms, e.g. in the following

situations:

>In duplex garages

>During transport on car-carrying trains,

boats/ships or on a trailer

>When animals are to remain in the vehicle

Switching off tilt alarm sensor and

interior motion sensor

Press the button on the remote control

again as soon as the vehicle is locked.

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 subse-

quently locked again.

Comfort Access*

Comfort Access enables you to enter your vehi-

cle without needing to hold the remote control

in your hand. All you need to do is wear the

remote control close to your body, e.g. in your

jacket pocket. The vehicle detects the corre-

sponding remote control within the immediate

vicinity or in the passenger compartment.

Comfort Access supports the following func-

tions:

>Unlocking/locking the vehicle

>Unlocking the trunk lid separately

>Engine starting

>Convenient closing

Functional requirement

>The vehicle or the trunk lid can only be

locked when the vehicle detects that the

remote control currently in use is outside of

the vehicle.

>The vehicle cannot be locked or unlocked

again until after approx. 2 seconds.

>The engine can only be started when the

vehicle detects that the remote control cur-

rently in use is inside the vehicle.

Comparison to the standard remote

control

In general, there is no difference between using

Comfort Access or pressing the buttons on the

remote control to carry out the functions men-

tioned above. You should therefore first famil-

iarize yourself with the instructions on opening

and closing starting on page 18.

Special features regarding the use of Comfort

Access are described below.

If you notice a brief delay while opening or

closing windows, the glass roof or retract-

able hardtop, the system is checking whether

a remote control is inside the vehicle. Please

repeat the opening or closing procedure,

if necessary.<

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Unlocking

Grasp the handle on the driver's or front pas-

senger door completely, arrow 1. This corre-

sponds to pressing the button.

Locking

Touch the surface, arrow 2, with your finger for

approx. 1 second. This corresponds to pressing

the button.

To preserve the battery, please make

sure that the ignition and all electrical

consumers are switched off before locking the

vehicle.<

Coupe: convenient closing

For Convenient closing, keep your finger on the

surface, arrow 2.

Convertible: window and convertible

top operation

With the ignition at radio readiness or beyond,

you can open and close the windows and the

convertible top when a remote control is

located inside the vehicle.

Unlocking the trunk lid separately

Press the button on the outside of the trunk lid.

This corresponds to pressing the button.

If the vehicle detects that a remote con-

trol has been accidentally left inside the

locked vehicle's cargo area after the trunk lid is

closed, the lid will reopen. The hazard warning

flashers flash and an acoustic signal* sounds.<

Switching on radio readiness

Radio readiness is switched on by pressing the

start/stop button, refer to page 50.

Do not depress the brake or the clutch;

otherwise, the engine will start.<

Starting the engine

You can start the engine or switch on the igni-

tion when a remote control is inside the vehicle.

It is not necessary to insert a remote control into

the ignition lock, refer to page 50.

Switching off the engine in cars with

automatic transmission

The engine can only be switched off when the

selector lever is in position P, refer to page 52.

To switch the engine off when the selector lever

is in position N, the remote control must be in

the ignition lock.

Malfunction

Comfort Access may malfunction due to local

radio waves. If this happens, open or close the

vehicle via the buttons on the remote control or

using the integrated key. To start the engine

afterward, insert the remote control into the

ignition lock.

Warning lamps

The warning lamp in the instrument

cluster lights up when you attempt to

start the engine: the engine cannot

be started. The remote control is not inside the

vehicle or is malfunctioning.

Take the remote control with you inside the

vehicle or have it checked. If necessary, insert

another remote control into the ignition lock.

The warning lamp in the instrument

cluster lights up while the engine is

running: the remote control is no

longer inside the vehicle. After the engine is

switched off, the engine can only be restarted

within approx. 10 seconds.

The indicator lamp in the instrument

cluster comes on: replace the battery

in the remote control.

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Replacing the battery

The remote control for Comfort Access con-

tains a battery that will need to be replaced from

time to time.

1. Take the integrated key out of the remote

control, refer to page 18.

2. Remove the cover.

3. Insert the new battery with the plus side fac-

ing up.

4. Press the cover on to close.

Take the old battery to a battery collec-

tion point or to your BMW center.<

Windows

To prevent injuries, watch the windows

while closing them.

Take the remote control with you when you

leave the car; otherwise, children could operate

the electric windows and possibly injure them-

selves.<

Coupe: opening, closing

>Press the switch to the resistance point:

The window opens as long as you press the

switch.

>Press the switch beyond the resistance

point:

The window opens automatically. Press the

switch again to stop the opening move-

ment.

You can close the windows in the same manner

by pulling the switch.

Convertible: opening, closing

Individually

>Press the switch to the resistance point:

The window opens as long as you press the

switch.

>Press the switch beyond the resistance

point:

The window opens automatically. Press the

switch again to stop the opening move-

ment.

You can close the windows in the same manner

by pulling the switch. The rear windows do not

close automatically.

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Jointly

>Press the switch to the resistance point:

All windows open as long as you press the

switch.

>Press the switch beyond the resistance

point:

All windows open automatically. Press the

switch again to stop the opening move-

ment.

>Pull the switch:

All windows close as long as you pull the

switch.

After switching off the ignition

When the remote control is removed or the igni-

tion is switched off, you can still operate the

windows for approx. 1 minute as long as no

door is opened.

Convenient operation

For information on Convenient operation via the

remote control or the door lock, refer to page 19

or 23. For information on Convenient closing

with Comfort Access, refer to Locking on

page 20.

Pinch protection system

If the closing force exceeds a specific value as a

window closes, the closing action is interrupted

and the window reopens slightly.

Despite the pinch protection system

check and clear the window's travel path

prior to closing it; otherwise, the safety system

might fail to detect certain kinds of obstruc-

tions, such as thin objects, and the window

would continue closing.

Do not install any accessories that might inter-

fere with window movement. Otherwise, the

pinch protection system could be impaired.

Convertible: the rear windows are not equipped

with pinch protection. Therefore, watch them

closely when closing to avoid personal injury.<

Closing without pinch protection

If there is an external danger, or if ice on the win-

dows, etc., prevents you from closing the win-

dows normally, proceed as follows:

1. Pull the switch past the resistance point and

hold it there. Pinch protection is limited and

the window reopens slightly if the closing

force exceeds a certain value.

2. Pull the switch again past the resistance

point within approx. 4 seconds and hold it

there. The window closes without pinch

protection.

Coupe: glass roof*, electric

To prevent injuries, watch the glass roof

while closing it.

Take the remote control with you when you

leave the car; otherwise, children could operate

the roof and possibly injure themselves.<

Raising

Press the switch.

>The closed glass roof is raised and the

sliding visor opens slightly.

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>Press the switch backwards to the resis-

tance point.

The glass roof and the sliding visor open

together as long as you hold the switch in

this position.

>Press the switch backwards past the resis-

tance point.

The glass roof and the sliding visor open

automatically. Briefly press the switch again

to stop the opening movement.

You can close the glass roof in a similar manner

by pressing the switch forwards. The sliding

visor remains open and can be closed by hand.

For information on Convenient operation via the

remote control or door lock, refer to page 19

or 23.

After switching off the ignition

When the remote control is removed or the igni-

tion is switched off, you can still operate the roof

for approx. 1 minute as long as no door has

been opened.

Pinch protection system

If the glass roof encounters an obstruction dur-

ing closing from approximately the middle of

the opening in the roof, or during closing from

the raised position, the closing movement is

interrupted and the glass roof is opened again

slightly.

Despite the pinch protection system

check and clear the roof's travel path prior

to closing it; otherwise, the safety system might

fail to detect certain kinds of obstructions, such

as very thin objects, and the roof would con-

tinue closing.<

Closing without pinch protection

If there is an external danger, press the switch

forward past the resistance point. The roof

closes without pinch protection.

Following interruptions in electrical

power supply

After a power failure, there is a possibility that

the glass roof can only be raised. The system

must be initialized. BMW recommends having

this work done by your BMW center.

Closing manually*

In the event of an electrical malfunction, you can

move the glass roof manually:

1. Unclip the front of the cover of the interior

lamps using the screwdriver from the

onboard vehicle tool kit, refer to page 154.

2. Insert the screwdriver into the openings on

each side to press the clips.

3. Remove the control unit.

4. Unplug the motor. Considerably less effort

will be required for manual operation.

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5. Insert the Allen wrench* supplied with the

onboard vehicle tool kit, refer to page 154,

into the opening provided. Move the glass

roof in the desired direction.

6. Reinstall the control unit and reattach the

lamp cover.

Convertible: retractable

hardtop

The retractable hardtop combines reliable

weather protection with simple and convenient

operation.

The following tips will enhance your driving

pleasure in your Convertible:

>It is advisable that you close the retractable

hardtop when you park the vehicle. Not only

does the closed hardtop protect the vehicle

interior against unanticipated weather dam-

age, it also offers theft protection. However,

even when the hardtop is closed, valuables

should only be stored in the locked cargo

area.

>Do not attach roof rack systems to the

retractable hardtop, and in particular do not

attach magnetic racks.

>Do not attach rack systems to the trunk lid,

and in particular do not attach magnetic

racks.

>When the retractable hardtop is operated,

the trunk lid swings back and up. Before

operating the retractable hardtop, ensure

that there is enough clearance, e.g. when

parked in front of a wall.

>If you open the hardtop while it is wet, e.g.

after driving in the rain, water may drip into

the cargo area. If necessary, remove items

from the cargo area beforehand to avoid

water stains or soiling.

Do not place any objects on the retract-

able hardtop or on the trunk lid; other-

wise, they could fall during movements of the

retractable hardtop and cause damage or injury.

Never move the retractable hardtop when the

rollover protection system is in the activated

position.

Driving when the hardtop is not fully opened or

closed may result in damage or injury.

Do not reach into the mechanism during the

opening or closing procedure. Keep children

away from the swiveling area of the retractable

hardtop.<

The retractable hardtop cannot be moved

at temperatures below +147/–106.<

The retractable hardtop can only be

opened and closed when the vehicle is

stationary. To avoid causing damage, do

not drive off until the hardtop has stopped

moving.<

Before opening and closing

>Comply with the safety precautions

described above.

>Ensure that the cargo area partition is

folded down and engaged on both sides,

refer to page 111; otherwise, it will not be

possible to open the retractable hardtop.

>Do not place any objects next to or on the

cargo area partition and close the storage

compartment on the left side of the cargo

area.

>Do not exceed the maximum loading height

under the cargo area partition; refer to the

label in the cargo area showing a line indi-

cating the maximum height.

>Ensure that the trunk lid is closed.

>The vehicle should be parked on fairly level

ground. Excessive angle is indicated by

alamp.

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When the vehicle is stationary and at radio

readiness or beyond, refer to page 50:

If possible, conserve the battery by only

operating the retractable hardtop when

the engine is running.

Before closing the retractable hardtop, remove

all foreign objects from the windshield frame as

these could prevent the hardtop from closing

properly.<

1Push button: open the retractable hardtop.

Pull button: close the retractable hardtop.

2LEDs

The side windows move down when the

switch for hardtop operation is pulled or

pushed.<

LEDs

>While the hardtop is being operated, the left

LED lights up green. It goes out as soon as

the top is fully opened or closed.

>If the right-hand LED flashes red when you

release the switch, the opening or closing

action has not yet finished.

>If the right LED lights up red when the

switch is pressed, the cargo area partition is

folded up, the trunk lid is not closed, the

vehicle is standing on a strong incline or

there is a malfunction. The retractable hard-

top cannot be moved.

Interruption

The automatic sequence of movements is

interrupted if the switch for hardtop operation is

released. The sequence can be continued in

the desired direction by pushing or pulling the

switch.

A hardtop that is not fully opened or

closed is a safety hazard.

Do not interrupt and resume the closing proce-

dure several times in close succession as this

could damage the mechanism.<

If the hardtop is not fully opened or

closed, the trunk lid cannot be opened

and the windows cannot be moved.<

Convenient operation with remote

control or via door lock

Refer to pages 20 and 23.

Wind deflector*

The wind deflector keeps air movements in the

passenger compartment to a minimum when

the hardtop is open and provides an even more

comfortable ride, particularly at high speeds.

Installation

The wind deflector is stored in a protective

cover in the cargo area. Brief instructions for

operation can be found on the protective cover.

1. Remove the wind deflector from the protec-

tive cover and unfold it, arrows 1.

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2. Press together the top and bottom parts of

the wind deflector until the catch engages,

arrow 2.

3. Push the fastening pin, arrow 3, into the

opening provided on the right side of the

vehicle until it snaps into place. Remove the

protective caps beforehand, if necessary.

4. Push the fastening pin, arrow 4, into the

opening provided on the left side of the

vehicle until it snaps into place.

5. Turn the rotary handle in the direction of

arrow 5 as far as the first stop to insert the

right fastening pin into the holders.

6. Turn the rotary handle in the direction of

arrow 6 as far as the symbol to insert the

left fastening pin into the holders.

7. Fold up the top section of the wind deflec-

tor.

With the wind deflector installed: do not

recline the front-seat backrests too far if

the seat is to be slid all the way back, as this

would damage the wind deflector.<

Only turn the rotary handle within the

range between the two symbols; other-

wise, the cable system inside the wind deflector

could be damaged.<

Removing the wind deflector

Proceed in the reverse order as used for instal-

lation.

Protective caps are provided in the vehicle for

the holders of the wind deflector.

Folding

Slide the red release lever towards the middle of

the wind deflector and push the two halves

apart.

Loading function

Cargo can still be loaded on the rear seat of the

vehicle even if the wind deflector has been

installed.

1. Lower all windows.

2. Fold down the top section of the wind

deflector, arrow 1.

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3. Turn the rotary handle to position ,

arrow 2.

Fold both sections of the wind deflector forward

and rest them against the front seats, arrow 3.

To protect the seat cushions or to use the bag

holders, you can fold the rear backrest down,

refer to page 112.

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Sitting safely

The ideal sitting position can make a vital con-

tribution to relaxed, fatigue-free driving. In con-

junction with the safety belts, the head

restraints and the airbags, the seated position

has a major influence on your safety in the event

of an accident. To ensure that the safety sys-

tems operate with optimal efficiency, we

strongly urge you to observe the instructions

contained in the following section.

For additional information on transporting chil-

dren safely, refer to page 47.

Airbags

Always maintain an adequate distance

between yourself and the airbags. Always

grip the steering wheel on the rim, with your

hands in the 3 o'clock and 9 o'clock positions,

to minimize the risk of injury to the hands or

arms in the event of the airbag being triggered

off.

No one and nothing should 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,

e.g. not resting feet or legs on the dashboard;

otherwise, leg injuries can occur if the front air-

bag deploys.

Make sure that passengers keep their heads

away from the side airbag and do not lean

against the cover of the head airbag; otherwise,

serious injuries can result if the airbag

deploys.<

Even if you follow all the instructions, injuries

resulting from contact with airbags cannot be

fully excluded, depending on the circum-

stances. The ignition and inflation noise may

provoke a mild hearing loss in extremely sensi-

tive individuals. This effect is usually only tem-

porary.

For airbag locations and additional information

on airbags, refer to page 88.

Head restraint

A correctly adjusted head restraint reduces the

risk of neck injury in the event of an accident.

Adjust the head restraint in such a way

that its center is at approx. ear level.

Otherwise, there is an increased risk of injury in

the event of an accident.<

Head restraints, refer to page 39.

Safety belt

Before every drive, make sure that all occupants

wear their safety belts. Airbags complement the

safety belt as an additional safety device, but

they do not represent a substitute.

Your vehicle has four seats, each of which is

equipped 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 in the lap area sits

low across the hips and does not press against

the abdomen.

The safety belt must not rest against the throat,

run across sharp edges, pass over hard or frag-

ile objects or be pinched. Fasten the safety belt

so that it sits as snugly as possible against the

lap and shoulder without being twisted. Other-

wise, the belt could slide over your hips and

injure your abdomen in the event of a frontal

collision.

Avoid wearing bulky clothing and regularly pull

the belt in the upper-body area taut; otherwise,

its restraining effect could be impaired.<

Safety belts, refer to page 43.

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Note before adjusting

Never attempt to adjust 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.

On the front passenger seat as well, 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.<

Comply with the instructions on head restraint

height on page 39, and on damaged safety

belts on page 43.

Manual adjustment

Observe the adjustment instructions on

page 37 to ensure the best possible per-

sonal protection.<

Longitudinal direction

Pull lever 1 and slide the seat to the desired

position.

After releasing the lever, move the seat gently

forward or back to make sure it engages prop-

erly.

Height

Pull lever 2 and apply your weight to the seat or

lift it off, as necessary.

Backrest

Pull lever 3 and apply your weight to the back-

rest or lift it off, as necessary.

Tilt*

Pull the lever and apply your weight to the seat

or lift it off, as necessary.

Thigh support*

Pull the lever and move the thigh support for-

ward or back.

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Electrical adjustment

Observe the adjustment instructions

on page 37 to ensure the best possible

personal protection.<

1Longitudinal direction

2Height

3Angle

4Backrest

5Convertible: head restraints

Coupe: the head restraints are adjusted manu-

ally, refer to Head restraints below.

Lumbar support*

You can also adjust the contour of the backrest

to obtain additional support in the lumbar

region.

The upper hips and spinal column receive

supplementary support to help you maintain

a relaxed, upright sitting position.

>Increase or decrease curvature: press the

switch at the front or rear, respectively.

>Shift curvature up or down: press the switch

at the top or bottom, respectively.

Backrest width*

You can change the width of the backrest to suit

your individual preferences by adjusting the lat-

eral-support pads.

Press the front or rear end of the switch.

Backrest width decreases or increases accord-

ingly.

Longitudinal adjustment from outside/

behind*

To move the front seats forward or backward

from outside or from one of the rear seats: with

the door open, press the front end 1 or rear end

2 of the switch.

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Correctly adjusted head restraint

A correctly adjusted head restraint reduces the

risk of neck injury in the event of an accident.

Adjust the head restraint in such a way

that its center is at approx. ear level. Oth-

erwise, there is an increased risk of injury in the

event of an accident. Only remove a head

restraint if no one will be sitting on the seat in

question. Reinstall the head restraint before

transporting anyone on that seat. Otherwise,

the passenger will be without protection from

the head restraint.<

Height

Adjust the head restraint so that its center is

approximately at ear level.

Distance

Adjust the distance so that the head restraint is

as close as possible to the back of the head.

Front active head restraints

In a rear collision of a sufficient strength, the

active head restraint reduces the distance to

the head.

Do not use seat or head restraint covers

that could impair the function of the active

head restraint. Otherwise, the protective func-

tion of the active head restraint will not be

ensured and its full potential in reducing the risk

of injury in the event of a rear collision may not

be realized.

In the event of malfunctions, deactivation or

triggering of the active head restraints, have the

testing, repair and removal executed only by a

BMW center or a workshop that works accord-

ing to repair procedures of BMW with corre-

spondingly trained personnel and that has the

required explosives licenses. Unprofessional

attempts to work on the system could lead to

failure in an emergency or to undesired airbag

activation, either of which could result in per-

sonal injury.<

For technical reasons, the head restraint

cannot be removed.<

Coupe: front seats

Height adjustment

>To raise: pull up.

>To lower: press the button, arrow 1, and

slide the head restraint down.

Convertible: front seats

Height adjustment

>To raise: press the button upward.

>To lower: press the button downward.

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Adjusting the distance to the back of

the head

>Forward: pull up.

>Back: press the button and push the head

cushion toward the rear.

Do not insert objects behind the head

cushion; otherwise, the head restraint

may not function properly.<

Coupe: rear seats

Height adjustment

>To raise: pull up.

>To lower: press the button, arrow 1, and

slide the head restraint down.

Removing

1. Pull up as far as it will go.

2. Press the button, arrow 1, tilt the rear seat

backrest slightly forward and pull the head

restraint all the way out.

Only remove the head restraints if no pas-

sengers will be sitting in the rear. Reinstall

head restraints before transporting passengers

in the rear.<

Entering the rear seats

Coupe: seat with manual longitudinal

adjustment

Easy entry

The easy entry feature includes a memory

function for the longitudinal adjustment and

backrest angle.

1. Pull the lever and swing the backrest

forward.

2. Push the seat forward.

Previous position

Push the seat backward and swing the backrest

back.

When pushing the seat into its rearmost

position, make sure that no one is injured

and that no objects are damaged.

Before driving off, engage both seats and back-

rests so that they are locked in place. Other-

wise, there is a risk of an accident due to unex-

pected movement.<

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Seat with electrical longitudinal

adjustment

Coupe

Convertible

Seat backrest warning lamp:

Comes on when a seat backrest is not

engaged.

Easy entry

The easy entry feature includes a memory func-

tion for the longitudinal adjustment and back-

rest angle.

1. Pull lever 1 and swing the backrest forward.

2. Press the front end 2 of the switch until the

seat has moved into the desired position.

Previous position

Press the rear end 3 of the switch until the seat

automatically stops in its previous position, and

fold the backrest back. If you release the switch

before the previous seat position is reached,

the seat will stop at its current position.

When sliding the seat backward, make

sure no one is injured and no objects are

damaged.

Before driving off, engage both seats and back-

rests so that they are locked in place. Other-

wise, there is a risk of an accident due to unex-

pected movement.<

Heated seats*

Depending on the vehicle's equipment, press

one of the buttons labeled 1 or 2 here.

Press the button once per temperature level.

Three LEDs indicate the highest temperature.

To switch off:

Press button longer.

If you continue driving within approx. the next

15 minutes, the seat heating is automatically

activated at the previously set temperature.

The temperature is lowered or the heating is

switched off entirely to save on battery power.

The LEDs stay lit.

Seat and mirror memory*

You can store and call up two different combi-

nations of driver's seat and exterior mirror posi-

tions.

Settings for the backrest width and lumbar

support are not stored in memory.

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Storing

1. Switch on radio readiness or the ignition,

refer to page 50.

2. Adjust the seat and exterior mirrors to the

desired positions.

3. Press the button.

The LED in the button lights up.

4. Press the desired memory button 1 or 2: the

LED goes out.

The driver's seat and exterior mirror posi-

tions are stored for the remote control cur-

rently in use.

Call-up

Do not call up the memory while you are

driving; otherwise, unexpected seat

movement could result in an accident.<

Comfort function

1. Unlock and open the driver's door or switch

on radio readiness, refer to page 50.

2. Briefly press the desired memory button 1

or 2.

The adjusting procedure is halted immediately

when you touch a seat adjustment switch or

one of the memory buttons.

Safety feature

1. Close the driver's door and switch the igni-

tion on or off, refer to page 50.

2. Press the desired memory button 1 or 2

and keep it pressed until the adjustment

process has been completed.

If the button was pressed accidentally:

Press the button again; the LED goes out.

Call-up with the remote control

The driver's seat position last set is stored for

the remote control currently in use.

You can select whether or not the seat is reset

to that position automatically.

When this Personal Profile function is

used, first make sure that the footwell

behind the driver's seat is free of obstacles.

Failure to do so could cause injury to persons or

damage to objects as a result of a rearward

movement of the seat.<

The adjusting procedure is halted immediately

when you touch a seat adjustment switch or

one of the memory buttons.

Activating/deactivating automatic

call-up

For operating principle refer to page 74.

1. Lightly push button 1 in the turn indicator

lever up or down repeatedly until the sym-

bol appears in the display accompanied by

the word "SET".

2. Press button 2.

3. Lightly push button 1 in the turn indicator

lever down repeatedly until the symbol

appears in the display.

4. Press button 2.

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5. Use button 1 to select:

Call-up when the vehicle is unlocked.

Call-up when the driver's door is

opened.

Switch off automatic function.

6. Press button 2.

The setting is stored.

Safety belts

Observe the adjustment instructions on

page 37 to ensure the best possible per-

sonal protection.<

Before every drive, make sure that all occupants

wear their safety belts. Airbags complement the

safety belt as an additional safety device, but

they do not represent a substitute.

Closing

Make sure you hear the latch plate engage in

the belt buckle.

The upper belt anchor is suitable for adults of

any stature as long as the seat is adjusted prop-

erly, refer to page 37.

Opening

1. Grasp the belt firmly.

2. Press the red button in the buckle.

3. Guide the belt into its reel.

"Fasten safety belts" reminder for

driver's and front passenger seat

The indicator lamps light up and an

acoustic signal sounds. Check

whether the safety belt has been fas-

tened correctly.

The "Fasten safety belts" reminder is issued as

long as the driver's safety belt has not been fas-

tened. The "Fasten safety belts" reminder is

also activated at road speeds above approx.

5 mph or 8 km/h if the front passenger safety

belt is not fastened, if objects are placed on the

front passenger seat, or if driver or front pas-

senger unfasten their safety belts.

Damage to safety belts

If the safety belts are damaged or

stressed in an accident: have the belt sys-

tem, including any belt tensioners or child

restraint systems, replaced and the belt

anchors checked. Have this work done only by

your BMW center or at a workshop that works

according to BMW repair procedures with cor-

respondingly trained personnel. Otherwise, it is

not guaranteed that the safety devices will func-

tion properly.<

Coupe: belt hand-over

The concept

The belt hand-over makes it easier for you to

fasten your safety belt. When you close the

door and switch on radio readiness or the igni-

tion, the belt hand-over extends automatically

and presents the in a position that is convenient

for fastening it around you. After you have fas-

tened your safety belt, the belt hand-over

retracts to its original position.

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Even if you have not yet fastened your safety

belt, the belt hand-over will retract if you:

>Wait for more than approx. one minute

>Open the corresponding door

>Start driving.

Closing the respective door reactivates the belt

hand-over if the ignition or radio readiness is on.

Front passenger seat

The belt hand-over will extend only if the seat is

occupied and after the front passenger door is

closed.

Pinch protection system

If the belt hand-over encounters resistance on

moving in or out, it moves back slightly in the

opposite direction and stops in this position. To

reactivate the belt hand-over: open and close

the door or switch the ignition off and on.

Although there is a pinch protection sys-

tem, always check that the maneuvering

area of the belt hand-over is clear. Otherwise it

cannot be ensured that the system will stop

moving in certain extreme situations.<

Mirrors

Exterior mirrors

The front passenger's mirror is more con-

vex than the driver's mirror. The objects

seen in the mirror are closer than they appear.

Do not gauge your distance from traffic behind

you on the basis of what you see in the mirror;

otherwise, there is an increased risk of an acci-

dent.<

1Adjustments

2Switching to the other mirror or automatic

curb monitor*

3Folding mirrors in and out*

The setting for the exterior mirrors is stored for

the remote control currently in use*. The stored

position is called up automatically when the

vehicle is unlocked.

Manual adjustment

The mirrors can also be adjusted manually:

press the edge of the glass.

Folding mirrors in and out*

At driving speeds up to approx. 12 mph/20 km/

h, you can fold the mirrors in and out by press-

ing button 3. This can be beneficial in narrow

streets, for example, or for moving mirrors that

were folded in by hand back out into their cor-

rect positions. Mirrors that were folded in are

folded out automatically at a speed of approx.

25 mph/40 km/h.

Before entering an automatic car wash,

fold in the exterior mirrors manually or

with button 3 to prevent them from being dam-

aged, depending on the width of the vehicle.<

Automatic heating

Depending on the outside temperature, both

exterior mirrors are heated automatically when

the engine is running or the ignition is switched

on.

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Passenger side mirror tilt function –

automatic curb monitor*

Activating

1. Push the switch to the position for the

driver's side mirror, arrow 1.

2. Shift into reverse or engage the selector

lever- or transmission position R.

The glass of the mirror on the passenger

side tilts slightly down. This allows the

driver to see the area immediately adjacent

to the vehicle, e.g. a curb, when backing into

a parking space.

Deactivating

Push the switch to the position for the passen-

ger side mirror, arrow 2.

Interior rearview mirror

Turn the knob to reduce glare from the head-

lamps of cars behind you when driving at night.

Interior and exterior mirrors, automatic

dimming feature*

The automatic dimming feature of the interior

and exterior mirrors* is controlled by two photo

cells in the interior rearview mirror. One photo

cell is in the mirror frame, see arrow; the other is

on the back of the mirror.

In order to ensure that the system functions

correctly, keep the photo cells clean, do not

cover the area between the interior rearview

mirror and windshield, and do not affix adhesive

labels or stickers of any kind to the windshield

directly in front of the mirror.

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Steering wheel

Adjustments

Do not adjust the steering wheel position

while the car is in motion; otherwise, there

is a risk of an accident due to unexpected move-

ment.<

1. Fold the lever down.

2. Move the steering wheel to the preferred

height and angle to suit your seated posi-

tion.

3. Swing the lever back up.

Do not use force to swing the lever

back up; otherwise, the mechanism

will be damaged.<

Steering wheel heating*

Press the button.

The LED in the button lights up when the steer-

ing wheel heating is switched on.

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Transporting children safely

The right place for children

Do not leave children unattended in the

vehicle; otherwise, they could endanger

themselves and/or other persons by opening

the doors, for example.<

Children always in the rear

Accident research has shown that the safest

place for children is on the rear seat.

Children under the age of 13 or smaller

than 5 ft/150 cm may be transported only

in the rear in suitable child restraint systems

appropriate for their age, weight and size. Oth-

erwise, there is an increased risk of injury in the

event of an accident.<

Children 13 years of age or older must be buck-

led in with a safety belt as soon as there no

longer is any child restraint system that is

appropriate for their age, size and weight.

Children in the front passenger seat

Should it be necessary to use a child

restraint system on the front passenger

seat, the front and side airbags for the front pas-

senger must be deactivated. Otherwise, a child

traveling on that seat will face a significant risk

of injury if the airbags are triggered off, even

with a child restraint system.<

For more information on automatic deactivation

of the front passenger airbags refer to page 88.

Installing child restraint

systems

Observe the child restraint system manu-

facturer's instructions when selecting,

installing and using child restraint systems.

Otherwise, the protective effect may be dimin-

ished. <

Standard child restraint systems are designed

to be secured with a lap belt or with the lap-belt

section of a lap-and-shoulder belt. Incorrectly

or improperly installed child restraint systems

can increase the risk of injury to children.

Always follow the installation instructions for

the system with the greatest care.

On the front passenger seat

After installing a child restraint system on

the front passenger seat, make sure that

the front and side airbags for the front passen-

ger are deactivated; otherwise, there is an

increased risk of injury if the airbags deploy.<

Seat position

Before installing a child restraint system, move

the front passenger seat as far back and up as

possible to obtain the best possible position for

the belt. Do not change the seat position after

this.

Backrest width*

The backrest width of the front passenger

seat must be at its widest possible set-

ting. Do not change the setting after installing

the child seat. Otherwise, the child seat's stabil-

ity on the front passenger seat is limited.<

1. Adjust the backrest width to its widest set-

ting, refer to page 38.

2. Install the child seat.

Child seat security

The rear safety belts and the front passenger

safety belt can be prevented from being pulled

out in order to fasten child restraint systems.

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To lock the safety belt

1. Secure the child restraint system with the

belt.

2. Pull the belt strap all the way out.

3. Allow the belt strap to retract and pull it taut

against the child restraint system.

The safety belt is locked.

To unlock the safety belt

1. Open the belt buckle.

2. Remove the child restraint system.

3. Allow the safety belt strap to retract all the

way.

LATCH child restraint fixing

system

LATCH: Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHil-

dren.

To install and use the LATCH child

restraint system, follow the operating and

safety instructions provided by the manufac-

turer of the system; otherwise, the protective

function of the seat may be compromised.<

Mounts for the lower LATCH anchors

Before installing the child seat, pull the belt out

of the area for the child restraint fixing system.

Ensure that both lower LATCH anchors

are correctly engaged and that the child

restraint system is resting firmly against the

backrest; otherwise, the protective function of

the seat may be compromised.<

The anchor points for the lower LATCH

anchors are located behind the labeled protec-

tive caps.

Upper LATCH retaining strap

Convertible

For Canadian Customers Only.

The following statement is required by Trans-

port Canada.

This vehicle is not equipped with user-ready

tether anchorages. As such neither a child

restraint system, nor a booster cushion, requir-

ing the use of a tether strap can be properly

secured in the vehicle.

Coupe

Use the top tether anchors to secure child

restraint systems only; otherwise, the

anchors could be damaged.<

For child restraint systems with tether straps

there are two additional anchors, see arrows.

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Placement of the tether strap

Coupe

Make sure the upper retaining strap does

not run over sharp edges and is not

twisted as it passes to the top anchor. Other-

wise, the strap will not properly secure the child

restraint system in the event of an accident.<

1Direction of travel

2Head restraint

3Hook for upper retaining strap

4Anchor

5Rear window shelf

6Seat backrest

7Upper retaining strap of child restraint sys-

tem

If necessary, fold the anchors upward before

use.

1. Push the head restraint upward.

2. Guide the upper retaining strap between

the head restraint holders.

3. Use the hook to clip the retaining strap to

the anchor.

4. Push the head restraint into its lowermost

position.

5. Pull the retaining strap taut.

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Ignition lock

Insert the remote control into the

ignition lock

Insert the remote control all the way into the

ignition lock.

>Radio readiness is switched on.

Individual electrical consumers can operate.

Comfort Access*

If the car is equipped with Comfort Access, only

insert the remote control into the ignition lock

under special circumstances, refer to page 27.

Removing the remote control from the

ignition lock

Do not forcibly pull the remote control out

of the ignition lock as this may cause

damage.<

Before removing the remote control, push it all

the way in to release the locking mechanism.

>The ignition is switched off if it was on.

Automatic transmission

You cannot take out the remote control unless

the selector lever is in the P position: interlock.

Start/stop button

Pressing the start/stop button switches radio

readiness or the ignition on or off.

Manual transmission: when you press the

start/stop button and depress the clutch,

the engine starts.

Automatic transmission and Sports automatic

transmission with double clutch: when you

press the start/stop button and depress the

brake pedal, the engine starts.<

Radio readiness

Individual electrical consumers can operate.

The time and the outside temperature are dis-

played in the instrument cluster.

Radio readiness is switched off automatically:

>When the remote control is removed from

the ignition lock

>In cars with Comfort Access*, by touching

the surface above the door lock, refer to

Locking on page 28

Ignition on

All electrical consumers can operate. The

odometer and trip odometer are displayed in

the instrument cluster.

When the engine is off, please switch

off the ignition and any unnecessary

electrical consumers in order to preserve the

battery.<

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Radio readiness and ignition off

All indicator and warning lamps as well as dis-

plays in the instrument cluster go out.

Starting the engine

Do not run the engine in enclosed areas;

otherwise, the inhalation of toxic exhaust

gases can cause loss of consciousness and

death. The exhaust gases contain carbon mon-

oxide, an odorless and colorless, but highly

toxic gas. Never leave an unattended vehicle

with the engine running; otherwise, such a vehi-

cle represents a potential safety hazard.

Before leaving the vehicle with the engine run-

ning, always shift into neutral or selector lever /

transmission position P and apply the parking

brake forcefully to prevent the vehicle from roll-

ing.<

Avoid frequent starting in quick succes-

sion as well as repeated start attempts in

which the engine does not start. Otherwise, the

fuel is not burned or incompletely burned and

there is a danger of overheating and damaging

the catalytic converter.<

Do not wait for the engine to warm up while the

vehicle remains stationary. Start driving right

away, but at moderate engine speeds.

Manual transmission

Remote control in the ignition lock or, with

Comfort Access, inside the vehicle, refer to

page 27.

1. Depress the brake.

2. Depress the clutch and shift to neutral posi-

tion.

3. Press the start/stop button.

The starter operates automatically for a certain

time, and stops automatically as soon as the

engine has started.

Automatic transmission

Remote control in the ignition lock or, with

Comfort Access, inside the vehicle, refer to

page 27.

1. Depress the brake.

2. Move the selector lever to position P.

3. Press the start/stop button.

The starter operates automatically for a certain

time, and stops automatically as soon as the

engine has started.

Sports automatic transmission with

double clutch

Remote control in the ignition lock or, with

Comfort Access, inside the vehicle, refer to

page 27.

1. Depress the brake.

2. Press the start/stop button.

The engine starts independent of the current

transmission position.

Switching off the engine

Always take the remote control with you

when you leave the vehicle.

When parking, apply the parking brake force-

fully; otherwise, the vehicle could begin to roll.<

Manual transmission

1. With the car at a standstill, press the start/

stop button.

2. Shift into first gear or reverse.

3. Forcefully apply the parking brake.

4. Removing the remote control from the igni-

tion lock, refer to page 50.

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Automatic transmission

1. With the car at a standstill, move the selec-

tor lever to position P.

2. Press the start/stop button.

3. Forcefully apply the parking brake.

4. Removing the remote control from the igni-

tion lock, refer to page 50.

Sports automatic transmission with

double clutch

1. With the car at a standstill, press the start/

stop button.

If the transmission is shifted into N when the

engine is switched off, you will be notified

visually and acoustically of this fact.

2. Forcefully apply the parking brake.

3. Remove remote control from the ignition

lock, refer to page 50. The transmission is

automatically shifted into transmission

position P.

Parking brake

The parking brake is primarily intended to pre-

vent the vehicle from rolling while parked; it

brakes the rear wheels.

Indicator lamp

The indicator lamp is lit, and when you

drive off an acoustic signal sounds in

addition. The parking brake is still

applied.

Indicator lamp for Canadian models.

Applying

The lever locks in position automatically.

Releasing

Pull slightly upwards, press the button and

lower the lever.

In exceptional cases, if the parking brake

has to be used to slow or stop the car, do

not pull the lever up too hard. In doing so, con-

tinuously press the button of the parking brake

lever.

Otherwise, excessive force on the parking

brake can lock up the rear wheels and cause the

rear of the car to swerve.<

To prevent corrosion and one-sided brak-

ing action, occasionally apply the parking

brake lightly when the vehicle is slowly coming

to a stop if the traffic conditions are suitable.

The brake lamps do not light up when the park-

ing brake is applied.<

Manual transmission

When shifting into 5th or 6th gear, press

the gearshift lever to the right. Otherwise,

the engine could be damaged if you inadvert-

ently shift into 3rd or 4th gear.<

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Reverse gear

Select this only when the vehicle is stationary.

When the gearshift lever is pressed to the left, a

slight resistance has to be overcome.

Automatic transmission with

Steptronic*

In addition to fully automatic operation, you can

also manually shift with the Steptronic, refer to

page 54.

Vehicle parking

To prevent the vehicle from rolling,

always select position P and apply the

parking brake before leaving the vehicle with

the engine running.<

Disengaging the remote control

In order to remove the remote control from the

ignition lock, you must first move the selector

lever to position P and switch off the engine:

interlock. Removing the remote control from

the ignition lock, refer to page 50.

Selector lever positions

P R N D M/S + –

Displays in the instrument cluster

The selector lever position is displayed and, in

manual mode, the engaged gear, e.g. M4.

Changing selector lever positions

>With the ignition switched on or the engine

running, the selector lever can be moved

out of position P.

>Before moving the lever away from P or N

with the vehicle stationary, first depress the

brake; otherwise, the selector lever will

refuse to move: shiftlock.

To prevent the vehicle from creeping

after you select a driving position,

depress the brake until you are ready to

start.<

A lock prevents you from inadvertently engag-

ing selector lever positions R and P. To cancel

the lock, press the button on the front of the

selector lever, see arrow.

P Park

Select this only when the vehicle is stationary.

The rear wheels are locked.

R Reverse

Select this only when the vehicle is stationary.

N Neutral

You can select this in a car wash, for example.

The vehicle can roll.

D Drive, automatic position

Position for normal vehicle operation. All for-

ward gears are selected automatically.

Under normal operating conditions, fuel con-

sumption is lowest when you are driving in posi-

tion D.

Kickdown

Kickdown enables you to achieve maximum

performance.

Press the accelerator pedal beyond the full-

throttle resistance point.

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Sport program and manual operation

M/S

Move selector lever from position D toward the

left into the M/S shifting slot; the Sport program

is activated. This position is recommended for a

performance-oriented driving style.

DS is displayed in the instrument cluster.

To deactivate the sport program or manual

mode M/S, move the selector lever to the right

into position D.

Shifting gears via the selector lever

Move selector lever from position D toward the

left into the M/S shifting slot:

When you press the selector lever forwards or

backwards, the manual mode is activated and

Steptronic changes gear.

The engaged gear, e.g. M1 is displayed in the

instrument cluster.

Upshifts and downshifts are executed only

when they will result in a plausible combination

of engine and vehicle speed; thus, for example,

a downshift that would cause the engine to

overrev will not be executed by the system.

The gear selected is briefly displayed in the

instrument cluster, followed again by the gear

actually in use.

Shifting gears via shift paddles* on the

steering wheel

The shift paddles allow you to shift gears

quickly since both hands can remain on the

steering wheel.

>When you use the shift paddles on the

steering wheel to shift gears in automatic

mode, the transmission switches to manual

mode.

>If you do not accelerate or shift gears using

the shift paddles for a certain amount of

time, the transmission switches back to

automatic mode.

If the selector lever is in the M/S gear

plane, manual mode remains active.<

>To upshift, briefly pull the right shift

paddle +.

>To downshift, briefly pull the left shift pad-

dle –.

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 gear selected is briefly displayed in the

instrument cluster, followed again by the gear

actually in use.

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Overriding selector lever lock

Should the selector lever refuse to move out of

position P even though the ignition is switched

on, the brake is depressed and the button on

the selector lever is pressed, the selector lever

lock can be overridden:

1. Unclip the sleeve of the selector lever.

2. Pull the sleeve up over the selector lever

until the sleeve is inside out.

3. Using the screwdriver from the onboard

vehicle tool kit, refer to page 154, press the

red lever while moving the selector lever to

the desired position.

7-gear Sports automatic

transmission with double

clutch*

The concept

The 7-gear Sports automatic transmission with

double clutch is an automated manual trans-

mission with two clutches and secondary gear

sets in which the clutching and shifting is han-

dled by an electrohydraulic system.

With the 7-gear Sports automatic transmission

with double clutch, the gears are shifted without

an interruption in driving power.

You operate the 7-gear Sports automatic trans-

mission with double clutch using the selector

lever and two shift paddles on the steering

wheel.

It offers you the following functions:

>either manual or automatic mode: sequen-

tial mode or drive mode

>automatic downshifting and protection

against incorrect gear selection, even in

sequential mode

>Launch Control, refer to page 59

>Automatic throttle blip

System limitations

The 7-gear Sports automatic transmission with

double clutch has an overheating protection

that protects the clutch from extreme loads.

The indicator lamp lights up in yellow if

the transmission becomes too warm.

Avoid high engine loads and frequent

accelerations from zero. If the transmission is

overheated, the indicator lamp lights up in red

and the power flow to the motor is interrupted.

It is only possible to continue driving once the

transmission has cooled down.

Avoid frequent powerful accelerations from

zero and do not hold the vehicle on inclines by

pressing lightly on the accelerator while letting

the clutch slip, as this may cause the transmis-

sion to overheat.

Selector lever positions

P R N D M/S + –

Displays in the instrument cluster

The selector lever position and the engaged

gear are displayed, e.g. M4.

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Engaging selector lever positions

>The selector lever can be moved out of

position P only with the engine running:

interlock.

>Before moving the lever away from P or N

with the vehicle stationary, first depress the

brake; otherwise, the desired shift will not

be executed: shiftlock.

Shifting into N, D, R

Briefly push the selector lever in the desired

direction, overcoming a resistance point if nec-

essary. When shifting out of P or into R, simul-

taneously press the button 1.

The engaged selector lever position is also dis-

played on the selector lever.

When you release the selector lever, it returns

to its center position.

Shifting into P

Press the button P.

P Park

Select this only when the vehicle is stationary.

The rear wheels are locked.

The transmission is shifted into P if, with

the engine running, you open the driver's

door, do not have your safety belt fastened, and

subsequently actuate neither the brake pedal

nor the accelerator.<

The transmission is shifted into P as soon

as you switch off the engine, unless the

transmission is in N and the remote control is in

the ignition lock, refer to page 151. As soon as

you remove the remote control from the ignition

lock, then the transmission is shifted into P.<

R Reverse

Select this only when the vehicle is stationary.

N Neutral

You can select this in a car wash, for example.

The vehicle can roll.

After the engine is switched off, the trans-

mission remains in N if you leave the

remote control in the ignition lock. You can use

this function at a car wash, for example, refer to

page 151.<

D Drive mode

In Drive mode, all forward gears are shifted

automatically.

Kickdown

For sudden acceleration maneuvers such as

passing, depress the accelerator past the resis-

tance point. This provides maximum accelera-

tion.

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Sport program and manual

operation M/S

Push selector lever toward the left from the

selector lever position D, the Sport program is

activated. This position is recommended for a

performance-oriented driving style.

The engaged gear, e.g. S1, is displayed in the

instrument cluster.

When you press the selector lever forwards or

backwards, the manual mode is activated and

Steptronic changes gear.

The engaged gear, e.g. M1 is displayed in the

instrument cluster.

In the following situations, the 7-gear Sports

automatic transmission with double clutch

does the thinking for you:

>Upshifts and downshifts are executed only

when they will result in a plausible combina-

tion of engine and vehicle speed; thus, for

example, a downshift that could cause the

engine to overrev will not be executed by

the system.

>At a stop, the transmission is automatically

shifted down to the first gear.

>Shortly before the speed falls below a gear-

dependent minimum speed, the transmis-

sion automatically downshifts without your

intervention.

Quick downshifting: Even in sequential mode,

you can skip over several gears in order to

achieve an optimum acceleration. To do so,

depress the accelerator past the resistance

point.

To return to automatic mode, push the selector

lever to the right.

Gear shifting

Upshift or downshift using the selector lever or

the shift paddles. You do not need to lift your

foot off the accelerator when doing so.

Using the selector lever

>To upshift, pull the selector lever toward the

rear.

>To downshift, push it toward the front.

Using the shift paddles on the steering

wheel

You can also shift manually using two shift pad-

dles on the steering wheel. The shift paddles

allow you to shift gears quickly since both

hands can remain on the steering wheel.

>When you use the shift paddles on the

steering wheel to shift gears in automatic

mode, the transmission switches to manual

mode.

>If you do not accelerate or shift gears using

the shift paddles for a certain amount of

time, the transmission switches back to

automatic mode if the selector lever is in

position D.

>To upshift, briefly pull the right shift

paddle +.

>To downshift, briefly pull the left

shift paddle –.

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Driving dynamics control

The driving dynamics control permits you, at

the push of a button, to have your BMW react in

an even more sporty fashion when driving:

>Optimal use is made of the engine's speed

range.

>Gear changes occur more quickly.

>The engine reacts more spontaneously

to accelerator pedal movements.

Activating the system

Press the SPORT button.

The LED in the button lights up and SPORT

appears in the info display.

Deactivating the system

>Press the SPORT button again

>Switching off the engine

The LED in the button lights up and SPORT

appears in the info display.

Manually unlocking parking lock

In the event of a power supply interrup-

tion such as a discharged or discon-

nected battery or an electrical malfunction, the

parking lock must be manually unlocked; other-

wise, the rear wheels are immobilized and the

vehicle cannot be towed.<

Only unlock the parking lock manually for tow-

ing and make sure to set the parking brake

forcefully beforehand so that the vehicle cannot

roll. Lock the parking lock again after the vehicle

is parked.

Releasing

1. Unclip the sleeve of the selector lever.

2. Pull the sleeve up over the selector lever

until the sleeve is inside out.

3. Using the allen wrench from the toolkit,

refer to page 154, rotate the cover until it

reaches the stop, arrow 1, and remove,

arrow 2.

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4. Insert allen wrench into the opening,

arrow 1.

5. Rotate allen wrench until it reaches the

stop, arrow 2. The parking lock is unlocked.

Do not turn allen wrench in the oppo-

site direction; otherwise, you may

damage the mechanism.<

6. Remove allen wrench from the opening.

After parking the vehicle, lock the parking

lock again. Otherwise, there is a danger

that the vehicle will roll.<

Locking

1. Press the button, see arrow.

The parking lock is locked again.

2. Replace cover again.

3. Clip the selector lever sleeve back into

place.

4. Forcefully apply the parking brake.

Jump-starting and towing, starting on

page 161.

Launch Control

Launch Control enables an optimum accelera-

tion when starting off on a road surface with

good traction.

Do not use Launch Control too often; oth-

erwise, the powerful stresses on the vehi-

cle will lead to premature component wear.<

Launch Control is available when the engine is

at operating temperature, i.e. after driving con-

tinuously for approx. 6.2 miles/10 km.

1. With the engine running, step on the brake

with your left foot.

2. Activate Dynamic Traction Control (DTC),

refer to page 81.

3. Activate Driving dynamics control, refer to

page 58.

4. With the vehicle stationary, activate the

manual mode and select 1st gear.

5. With your right foot, push the accelerator

pedal past the resistance point. The engine

speed for pulling away is adjusted. A flag

symbol appears in the instrument cluster.

6. When you release the brake pedal, the vehi-

cle accelerates. Keep the accelerator pedal

floored.

7. The upshifting occurs automatically as long

as you keep the accelerator pedal pressed

past the resistance point.

Launch Control will be ready for use again after

you drive a certain distance.

Launch Control is not available for use during

the break-in phase, refer to page 120.

To maintain driving stability, keep DSC

activated whenever possible.<

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Turn signals/

headlamp flasher

1High beams

2Headlamp flasher

3Turn signals

Using turn signals

Press the lever beyond the resistance point.

To turn off manually, press the lever to the

resistance point.

Unusually rapid flashing of the indicator

lamp indicates that a turn signal indicator

has failed.<

Indicating a turn briefly

Press the lever as far as the resistance point for

as long as you wish to indicate a turn.

Triple turn signal activation

Press the lever as far as the resistance point.

The turn signals flash three times.

You can activate or deactivate this function.

1. Switch on the ignition, refer to page 50.

2. Lightly push button 1 in the turn indicator

lever up or down repeatedly until the sym-

bol appears in the display accompanied by

the word "SET".

3. Press button 2.

4. Lightly push button 1 in the turn indicator

lever down repeatedly until the symbol

appears in the display.

5. Press button 2.

6. Use button 1 to select:

Turn signals flash once.

Triple turn signal.

7. Press button 2.

The setting is stored for the remote control

currently in use.

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Wiper system

1Switching on wipers

2Switching off wipers or brief wipe

3Activating/deactivating intermittent wipe or

rain sensor*

4Cleaning windshield and headlamps*

5Setting speed for intermittent wipe, or sen-

sitivity of the rain sensor

Switching on wipers

Press the lever upward, arrow 1.

The lever automatically returns to its initial posi-

tion when released.

Normal wiper speed

Press once.

The system switches to operation in the inter-

mittent mode when the vehicle is stationary.

Fast wiper speed

Press twice or press beyond the resistance

point.

The system switches to normal speed when the

vehicle is stationary.

Intermittent wipe or rain sensor*

If the car is not equipped with a rain sensor, the

intermittent-wipe time is a preset.

If the car is equipped with a rain sensor, the time

between wipes is controlled automatically and

depends on the intensity of the rainfall. The rain

sensor is mounted on the windshield, directly in

front of the interior rearview mirror.

Activating intermittent wipe or rain

sensor

Press the button, arrow 3. The LED in the but-

ton lights up.

Setting speed for intermittent wipe or

sensitivity of the rain sensor

Turn thumbwheel 5 up or down.

Deactivating intermittent wipe or rain

sensor

Press the button again, arrow 3.

The LED goes out.

Deactivate the rain sensor before enter-

ing 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.

Washer fluid is sprayed onto the windshield and

the wipers are operated for a short time.

When the vehicle lighting system is switched

on, the headlamps are cleaned at regular and

appropriate intervals.

Do not use the washers if there is any

danger that the fluid will freeze on the

windshield. If you do, your vision could be

obscured. Antifreeze should therefore be

added to the fluid, refer to Washer fluid.

Do not use the washers when the washer fluid

reservoir is empty; otherwise, you will damage

the washer pump.<

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Windshield washer nozzles

The windshield washer nozzles are heated

automatically* while the engine is running or

the ignition is switched on.

Washer fluid

Washer fluid antifreeze is flammable.

Therefore, keep it away from ignition

sources and only store it in the closed original

container that is kept out of reach of children;

otherwise, there is a risk of personal injury.

Comply with the instructions on the con-

tainer.<

Washer fluid filler neck

Only refill washer fluid when the engine is

cool to avoid contact with hot engine

parts. Otherwise, fluid spills constitute a fire

hazard and a risk to personal safety.<

All washer nozzles are supplied with washer

fluid by the same reservoir.

Fill with water and, if required, with a washer

antifreeze, according to manufacturer's recom-

mendations.

Mix the water and antifreeze before filling

the washer fluid reservoir to make sure

the correct concentration is maintained.<

Capacity

Approx. 6.3 US quarts/6 liters.

Cruise control*

The concept

Cruise control is available for use at speeds of

approx. 20 mph or 30 km/h. The car then stores

and maintains the speed that you specify using

the lever on the steering column. In order to

maintain the specified speed, the system

brakes the vehicle when the engine braking

effect is insufficient on downhill gradients.

Do not use cruise control when driving at

constant speed is prevented by adverse

conditions, e.g. winding roads, dense traffic or

poor road conditions due to, e.g., snow, rain, ice

or loose surfaces. Otherwise, you could lose

control of the vehicle and cause an accident as

aresult.<

Manual transmission

You can shift gears while cruise control is acti-

vated. The system is deactivated when you

drive at very low engine speeds for an extended

period.

One lever for all functions

1Storing and maintaining speed or accelerat-

ing

2Storing and maintaining speed or deceler-

ating

3Deactivating cruise control

4Resuming a speed stored beforehand

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Maintaining current speed

Tap the lever, arrow 1, or pull it briefly, arrow 2.

The car's current speed is stored and main-

tained. It is displayed on the speedometer and

briefly in the instrument cluster.

On uphill gradients, it may prove impossible to

maintain the set speed if current engine power

output is insufficient. If the engine braking

effect is insufficient on downhill slopes, the sys-

tem will brake the vehicle slightly.

Increasing desired speed

Repeatedly press the lever to the resistance

point or beyond, arrow 1, until the desired

speed is reached.

>Each time the lever is pressed to the resis-

tance point, the desired speed is increased

by approx. 1 mph or 1 km/h.

>Each time the lever is pressed beyond the

resistance point, the desired speed is

increased by up to 5 mph or 10 km/h.

The system stores and maintains the speed.

Accelerating using the lever

Accelerating slightly:

Press the lever to the resistance point, arrow 1,

until the desired speed is reached.

Accelerating significantly:

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 and

maintains the speed.

Decreasing speed

Repeatedly pull the lever to the resistance point

or beyond, arrow 2, until the desired speed is

displayed.

>Each time the lever is pulled to the resis-

tance point, the desired speed is decreased

by approx. 1 mph or 1 km/h.

>Each time the lever is pulled beyond the

resistance point, the desired speed is

reduced by up to 5 mph or 10 km/h until the

minimum speed of 20 mph or 30 km/h is

achieved.

The system stores and maintains the speed.

Deactivating cruise control

Tap the lever upwards or downwards, arrow 3.

The displays on the speedometer disappear.

In addition, the system is automatically deacti-

vated:

>When you brake the vehicle

>When you switch gears very slowly or shift

to neutral in cars with manual transmission

>When you select the automatic transmis-

sion's neutral position N

>When you select the neutral position N with

the Sports automatic transmission with

double clutch

>When you activate DTC or deactivate DSC

>When DSC or ABS is intervening

Cruise control is not deactivated by depressing

the accelerator pedal. Once the accelerator

pedal is released, the stored speed is achieved

again and maintained.

Warning lamp

The warning lamp lights up when

cruise control is deactivated due to

control intervention by the DSC, for

example.

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Resuming a speed stored beforehand

Press the button, arrow 4. The last stored

speed is resumed and maintained.

In the following instances, the stored speed is

deleted and can no longer be resumed:

>When driving stability control systems are

intervening

>In cars with manual transmission: when you

shift gears very slowly or shift to neutral

>In cars with automatic transmission: when

you engage selector lever position N

>In cars with Sports automatic transmission

with double clutch: when you engage selec-

tor lever position N

>When the ignition is switched off

Displays in the instrument cluster

1Stored speed

2Selected speed is displayed briefly

If --- mph or --- km/h temporarily appears

in the instrument cluster display, it is pos-

sible that the system prerequisites for operation

are currently not met.

Calling up Check Control messages, refer to

page 78.<

Malfunction

The warning lamp comes on when

the system has failed. More informa-

tion can be found beginning on

page 164.

Active cruise control*

The concept

With active cruise control, you can select a

desired speed which is not only automatically

maintained when driving on open roadways, but

also varied to maintain a selected distance set-

ting as slower traffic is encountered.

Active cruise control is a technological advance

over the familiar cruise control and is a welcome

relief from the constant adjustment of speed

that can accompany driving in traffic on high-

ways or other high-speed thoroughfares. Espe-

cially on longer trips, the system can reduce

fatigue and tension, while increasing your

enjoyment of driving. Please use it safely and

responsibly.

Within the limits of its capability, the system

automatically adapts the car's speed to that of a

slower vehicle in front of you. You can specify

the distance to be maintained from the vehicle

in front in four stages. For safety reasons, the

distance is speed-dependent. Based on your

selected distance setting, the system automat-

ically decreases the throttle setting and lightly

applies the brakes if necessary. The vehicle

brake lamps will automatically illuminate to

signal a following driver to take action. In addi-

tion, it may be necessary for the vehicle or the

driver to downshift, depending on the kind of

transmission your vehicle is equipped with, to

maintain the distance setting selected. If the

vehicle ahead speeds up or when the lane

ahead becomes clear, your vehicle will acceler-

ate to the speed you have selected by increas-

ing the throttle setting and shifting gears auto-

matically or by the driver as needed. Your

selected speed will be held when driving down-

hill, too.

Since this active cruise control system is a new

technology and operates differently from con-

ventional cruise control systems which you may

be accustomed to, you are strongly urged to

read all of the pages relating to this system

before use. Pay special attention to the System

limitations section beginning on page 69.

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Braking sensation

>If you step on the brake pedal while the sys-

tem is braking, pedal sensation will be

slightly different from the usual.

>Possible noises during automatic braking

are normal.

Manual transmission

You can shift gears while cruise control is acti-

vated. The system is deactivated when you

drive at very low engine speeds for an extended

period.

Range of applications

The minimum desired speed is 20 mph or

30 km/h, the maximum desired speed is

110 mph or 180 km/h.

As with conventional cruise control sys-

tems, active cruise control in no way

diminishes or substitutes for the driver’s own

personal responsibility, alertness and aware-

ness in adjusting speed, braking or otherwise

controlling the vehicle. The driver should

decide when to use the system on the basis of

road, traffic, visibility, and weather conditions.

Active cruise control is intended for use on

highway-type roadways where traffic is moving

relatively smoothly. Do not use this system in

city driving; heavy traffic such as during rush

hour; on curvy, winding roads, slippery roads or

roads with sharp curves such as highway off-

ramps; during inclement weather such as snow,

strong rain or fog; or when entering inter-

changes, service/parking areas or toll booths.

It is also important to regulate your vehicle's

speed and distance setting within applicable

legal limits. Always be ready to take action or

apply the brakes if necessary, especially when

the system is actively following a vehicle in front

of you. Otherwise, driving situations could

result that pose the risk of accidents.<

One lever for all functions

1Store and increase desired speed

2Store and decrease desired speed

3Deactivate system, refer to page 66

4Resume stored desired speed and dis-

tance, refer to page 67

5Select distance to vehicle driving ahead,

refer to page 66

Storing current speed

Briefly push lever, arrow 1, or pull lever, arrow 2,

at a driving speed of more than approx. 20 mph

or 30 km/h.

The car's current speed is stored. It is displayed

on the speedometer and briefly in the instru-

ment cluster.

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Increasing desired speed

Press or tap the lever to the resistance point or

beyond, arrow 1, until the desired speed is dis-

played.

>Each time the lever is tapped to the resis-

tance point, the desired speed is increased

by approx. 1 mph or 1 km/h.

>Each time the lever is tapped beyond the

resistance point, the desired speed is

increased by up to 5 mph or 10 km/h until

the maximum speed of 110 mph or 180 km/

h is achieved.

The speed then displayed is stored and

achieved on a clear road.

Decreasing desired speed

Pull the lever, arrow 2, until the desired speed is

displayed.

The other functions work analogously to those

described under Increasing desired speed.

Selecting distance

>Press downward:

Increase distance.

>Press upward:

Decrease distance.

The selected distance is displayed in the instru-

ment cluster.

Use good judgment to select the appro-

priate following distance given road con-

ditions, traffic, applicable laws and driving rec-

ommendations for safe following distance.

Otherwise, an accident risk could result.<

Deactivating cruise control

Press the lever upward or downward, arrow 3.

The displays on the speedometer disappear.

In addition, the system is automatically deacti-

vated:

>When you brake the vehicle

>When the speed is reduced to below

20 mph or 30 km/h due to a traffic situation

>When you switch gears very slowly or shift

to neutral in cars with manual transmission

Distance 1

Distance 2

Distance 3

Distance 4

This is always the preset dis-

tance when you use the system

for the first time after starting the

engine.

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>When you select the automatic transmis-

sion's neutral position N

>When you select the neutral position N with

the Sports automatic transmission with

double clutch

>When you activate the Dynamic Traction

Control DTC

>When you deactivate the Dynamic Stability

Control DSC

>When DSC or ABS is intervening

>When the system does not recognize any

objects for a longer period of time, e.g. on

infrequently traveled roads without a shoul-

der or guard rails, or if the radar sensor is

covered with dirt, refer to page 68

>When you apply the parking brake

When the system is deactivated, you

must brake the vehicle yourself and/or

maneuver as necessary; otherwise, there is a

risk of accidents.<

Warning lamp

The warning lamp comes on when

active cruise control has been auto-

matically deactivated, for example

due to a driving speed below 20 mph or 30 km/

h or a DSC intervention.

Resuming stored desired speed and

distance

Briefly press the button, arrow 4.

The stored speed and distance are regained

and maintained.

In the following instances, the stored speed is

deleted and can no longer be resumed:

>When driving stability control systems are

intervening

>In cars with manual transmission: when you

shift gears very slowly or shift to neutral

>In cars with automatic transmission: when

you engage selector lever position N

>In cars with Sports automatic transmission

with double clutch: when you engage selec-

tor lever position N

>When the ignition is switched off

Displays in the instrument cluster

1Stored desired speed

2Shows yellow: vehicle detected ahead

Flashes in red: system cannot maintain dis-

tance; driver must brake the vehicle

Flashes in yellow: driving stability control

systems are intervening; cruise control is

deactivated

3Selected distance to vehicle ahead

The indicator lights up as soon as the sys-

tem is activated.

4Selected desired speed is temporarily dis-

played

If --- mph or --- km/h temporarily appears

in the instrument cluster display, it is pos-

sible that the system prerequisites for operation

are currently not met. Calling up Check Control

messages, refer to page 78.<

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Warning lamps

The indicator 2 flashes in red; a

signal sounds.

The system indicates that you

must brake and/or maneuver the

vehicle yourself. Active cruise con-

trol cannot automatically restore the distance to

the vehicle ahead.

This indicator does not release you from your

responsibility to adapt your desired speed and

driving style to prevailing driving conditions.

The indicator 2 flashes in yellow.

The prerequisites for operating

active cruise control are not met,

e.g. as a result of ABS or DSC

interventions. Active cruise control

is deactivated. You can reactivate the system, if

desired, by tapping or pulling the lever when

road and traffic conditions permit. It is not pos-

sible to resume a stored speed.

Radar sensor

The sensor's ability to detect vehicles ahead

may be restricted as a result of heavy rain, dirt,

snow or ice. If necessary, clean the radar sensor

located in the front bumper, see arrow. Be sure

to use particular care when removing any layers

of snow or ice from the sensor.

The system cannot be activated if the sensor is

incorrectly aligned.

For US owners only

The transmitter and receiver units comply with

part 15 of the FCC/Federal Communications

Commission regulations. Operation is gov-

erned by the following:

FCC ID:

NF3 ACC2SCU 003YK04001 0000

Compliance statement:

This device complies with part 15 of the FCC

Rules. Operation is subject to the following two

conditions:

>This device must not cause harmful inter-

ference, and

>this device must accept any interference

received, including interference that may

cause undesired operation.

Any unauthorized modifications or

changes to these devices could void the

user’s authority to operate this equipment.<

Malfunction

The warning lamp comes on when

the system has failed. More informa-

tion can be found beginning on

page 164.

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System limitations

Always remember that the range and abil-

ity of the system does have physical limi-

tations. It will not apply the brakes or decelerate

your vehicle when there is a slow-moving vehi-

cle, stopped vehicle or stationary object ahead

of you, as for example, at a traffic light or a

parked vehicle. Also, the system does not react

to oncoming traffic, pedestrians or other types

of potential traffic such as a rider on horseback.

It is also possible that the system may not

detect smaller moving objects such as motor-

cycles or bicycles. Be especially alert when

encountering any of these situations as the sys-

tem will neither automatically brake, nor provide

a warning to you. Also, be aware that every

decrease in the distance setting allows your

vehicle to come closer to a vehicle in front of

you and requires a heightened amount of alert-

ness.<

Active cruise control is not and must not

be used as a collision avoidance/warning

system.<

If while your vehicle is actively following a vehi-

cle in front of you and the vehicle ahead speeds

up or the lane ahead becomes clear, then your

vehicle will accelerate to the speed you have

selected. Be aware that changing to a clear,

unobstructed lane will also result in your vehicle

accelerating.

Be certain to deactivate the system when

you pull into an exit lane for a highway off-

ramp.<

Also, vehicles traveling in a staggered manner

on a highway may cause a delay in the system's

reaction to a vehicle in front of you or may cause

the system to react to a vehicle actually in the

lane next to you. Always be ready to take action

or apply the brakes if necessary.

While active cruise control is capable of

braking your vehicle automatically when

you approach a slower vehicle ahead, it is

important to be aware that the ability of the sys-

tem to apply the brakes is also limited, e.g.

when you reduce your desired speed sharply.

The system cannot stop your vehicle. It uses

only a portion of braking system capacity and

does not utilize the full capacity of the vehicle

braking system. Therefore, the system cannot

decrease your speed for large differences in

speed between your vehicle and the vehicle

ahead. Examples: when you approach a vehicle

traveling at a much lower speed than your own

speed such as approaching a toll booth or when

a much slower vehicle cuts in front of you at

close range.<

Active cruise control can only decelerate the

vehicle to approx. 20 mph or 30 km/h.

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Swerving vehicles

When a vehicle moves from an adjacent lane

into your lane, active cruise control will not rec-

ognize this vehicle until it is fully in your lane

ahead of your vehicle.

When a vehicle ahead suddenly swerves

into your lane, the system may not be able

to maintain the selected distance automatically.

This also applies to great differences in speed

between you and vehicles ahead, e.g. when

quickly approaching a truck. There is a risk of

collision. Once the system has established that

a vehicle is indeed in front of you, it will indicate

that you must brake and/or maneuver the vehi-

cle yourself. Take action yourself; otherwise,

there is a risk of an accident.<

Behavior in curves

Because of the limited range of the system, it is

possible that in curves or on the peaks and val-

leys of hilly roads, a vehicle ahead may be rec-

ognized late, or not at all. Therefore, it is up to

the driver to select a speed that is prudent in

view of the curves and terrain of the roadway.

In approaching a curve, it is possible that active

cruise control would react briefly to a vehicle in

the adjacent lane. In addition, the system can

sense if your vehicle is in a curve and may not

accelerate. If your vehicle decelerates in either

case, you can choose to overcome the deceler-

ation by briefly pressing the accelerator pedal.

Your responsibility

Your actions have priority at all times. When you

press the accelerator pedal while driving with

active cruise control, the automatic braking

function will be temporarily interrupted. Once

you release the accelerator pedal, the desired

speed or the selected distance to the vehicle

ahead is achieved again.

Do not leave your foot on the accelerator

pedal and make sure that no objects such

as floor mats are lying on the accelerator pedal.

Otherwise, the system may not be able to brake

the vehicle.<

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Odometer, outside

temperature display, clock

1Knob in the instrument cluster

2Outside temperature display and clock

3Odometer and trip odometer

Knob in the instrument cluster

>To reset the trip odometer while the ignition

is switched on

>To display the time, outside temperature

and odometer briefly while the ignition is

switched off

Units of measure

To select the respective units of measure, miles

or km for the odometer as well as 7 or 6 for

the outside temperature, refer to page 75.

The setting is stored for the remote control cur-

rently in use.

Time, outside temperature display

Setting the time, refer to page 77.

Outside temperature warning

When the displayed temperature sinks to

approx. +377/+36, a signal sounds and a

warning lamp lights up. There is an increased

risk of black ice.

Black ice can also form at temperatures

above +377/+36. You should there-

fore drive carefully on bridges and shaded

roads, for example; otherwise, there is an

increased risk of an accident.<

Odometer and trip odometer

Resetting the trip odometer:

With the ignition switched on, press button 1 in

the instrument cluster.

When the vehicle is parked

If you still want to view the time, outside tem-

perature and odometer reading briefly after the

remote control has been taken out of the igni-

tion lock:

Press button 1 in the instrument cluster.

Tachometer

Never force the engine speed up into the red

warning field, see arrow. In this range, the fuel

supply is interrupted to protect the engine.

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Coolant temperature

A warning lamp will come on if the coolant, and

therefore the engine, becomes too hot.

Check coolant level, refer to page 147.

Engine oil temperature*

When the engine is at normal operating temper-

ature, the engine oil temperature is between

approx. 2107/1006 and approx. 3007/

1506.

If the engine oil temperature is too high, a warn-

ing lamp comes on in the instrument cluster.

Fuel gauge

Fuel tank capacity: approx. 16.1 gallons/

61 liters.

You can find information on refueling on

page 129.

If the tilt of the vehicle varies for a longer period,

when you are driving in mountainous areas, for

example, the indicator may fluctuate slightly.

Reserve

Once the fuel level has fallen to the reserve

zone of approx. 2.1 US gallons/8 liters, the indi-

cator lamp and the cruising range for the

remaining amount of fuel light up briefly. The

indicator lamp remains permanently on when

the remaining range is less than approx.

30 miles/50 km.

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.<

Computer

Displays in the instrument cluster

Calling up information

Press the button in the turn indicator lever.

The following items of information are dis-

played in the order listed:

>Cruising range

>Average speed

>Average fuel consumption

>Current fuel consumption*

>No information

To set the corresponding units of measure,

refer to Formats and units of measure on

page 75.

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Cruising range

Displays the estimated cruising range available

with the remaining fuel. The range is calculated

on the basis of the way the car has been driven

over the last 18 miles/30 km and the amount of

fuel currently in the tank.

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.<

Average speed

Periods with the vehicle parked and the engine

switched off are not included in the calculations

of average speed.

To reset average speed: press the button in the

turn indicator lever for approx. 2 seconds.

Average fuel consumption

The average fuel consumption is calculated for

the time during which the engine is running.

To reset average fuel consumption: press the

button in the turn indicator lever for approx.

2seconds.

Current fuel consumption

Displays the current fuel consumption. This

allows you to see whether your current driving

style is conducive to fuel economy with mini-

mum exhaust emissions.

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Settings and information

Operating principle

Certain settings and information can only be

called up when the ignition is switched on. A

number of settings cannot be made while driv-

ing.

1Button for:

>Selecting display

>Setting values

2Button for:

>Confirming selected display or set val-

ues

>Calling up computer information 72

3When the lights are on: instrument lighting

brightness 95

4Calling up Check Control 77

5Checking engine oil level*145

6Initializing the Flat Tire Monitor 83

Resetting the Tire Pressure Monitor 85

7Setting the time 77

8Setting the date 77

9Viewing service requirement display 76

10 Setting formats and units of measure,

resetting to factory settings 75

11 Adjusting settings

>Confirmation signals when locking and

unlocking the vehicle 21

>Response during unlocking

procedure 19

>Automatic locking 23

>Pathway lighting 91

>Daytime running lights 92

>Triple turn signal activation 60

>Seat memory*42

Exiting displays

The outside temperature reading and the time

reappear when you press button 2 or if you

make no entries within approx. 15 seconds. If

required, complete the current setting first.

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Formats and units of measure

You can set formats and units of measure.

1. Switch on the ignition, refer to page 50.

2. Lightly push button 1 in the turn indicator

lever up or down repeatedly until the sym-

bol appears in the display accompanied by

the word "SET".

3. Press button 2.

4. Use button 1 to select desired format or

desired unit of measure, e.g. for fuel con-

sumption.

> Fuel consumption: mpg, km/l,

l/100km

> Distance covered: mls, km

> Time: 12h, 24h format

> Date: day.month dd.mm,

month/day mm/dd

> Temperature: 7, 6

5. Press button 2.

6. Use button 1 to make the setting.

7. Press button 2.

The setting is stored for the remote control

currently in use.

Resetting to factory settings

You can reset the settings for formats and units

of measure to the factory settings.

1. Lightly push button 1 in the turn indicator

lever up or down repeatedly until the sym-

bol appears in the display accompanied by

the word "SET".

2. Press button 2.

3. Use button 1 to select "RESET".

4. Press button 2 until is displayed.

The settings are reset.

The setting is stored for the remote control

currently in use.

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Service requirements

The remaining driving distance and the date of

the next scheduled service are displayed briefly

immediately after you start the engine or switch

on the ignition.

The extent of service work required can

be read out from the remote control by

your BMW Service Advisor.<

For certain maintenance operations, you can

view the respective distance remaining or due

date individually in the instrument cluster.

1. Switch on the ignition, refer to page 50.

2. Push button 1 in the turn indicator lever up

or down repeatedly until the appropriate

symbol appears in the display, accompa-

nied by the words "SERVICE-INFO".

3. Press button 2.

4. Use button 1 to scroll through the individual

service items.

Possible displays

1Button for selecting functions

2Service requirements

3Engine oil

4Roadworthiness test*

5Front brake pads

6Rear brake pads

7Brake fluid

The sequence of displayed service items may

vary. The data for the next service appointment

is shown first.

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Clock

Setting the time

To set the 12h/24h mode, refer to Formats and

units of measure on page 75.

1. Push button 1 in the turn indicator lever up

or down repeatedly until the appropriate

symbol appears in the display, accompa-

nied by the time and the word "SET".

2. Press button 2.

3. Use button 1 to set the hours.

4. Press button 2 to confirm the entry.

5. Use button 1 to set the minutes.

6. Press button 2 to confirm the entry.

7. Press button 2.

The system accepts the new time.

Date

Setting the date

To set the dd/mm or mm/dd date format, refer

to Formats and units of measure on page 75.

1. Push button 1 in the turn indicator lever up

or down repeatedly until the appropriate

symbol appears in the display, accompa-

nied by the date and the word "SET".

2. Press button 2.

3. Use button 1 to set the day of the month.

4. Press button 2 to confirm the entry.

5. Set the month and the year in the same way.

6. Press button 2.

The system stores the new date.

Check Control

The concept

The Check Control monitors vehicle functions

and alerts you to any malfunctions in the sys-

tems monitored. This type of Check Control

message includes indicator and warning lamps

in the instrument cluster and, in some cases, an

acoustic signal.

Indicator and warning lamps can light up in

a variety of combinations and colors.

Several of the lamps are checked for proper

functioning and light up temporarily when the

engine is started or the ignition is switched on.

indicates that Check Control messages have

been stored. These Check Control messages

can be viewed again later, refer to page 78.

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What to do in case of a malfunction

The meaning of each lamp in the event of a mal-

function and tips on how to respond are listed

starting on page 164.

Hiding Check Control messages

Press the button on the turn indicator lever.

>Some Check Control messages are dis-

played continuously and remain visible until

the malfunction has been rectified. If several

malfunctions occur at once, the messages

are displayed consecutively.

These messages can be hidden for

approx. 8 seconds. After this, they are

displayed again automatically.

>Other Check Control messages are hidden

automatically after approx. 20 seconds.

They are stored and can be displayed again

later.

Displaying stored Check Control

messages

1. Push button 1 in the turn indicator lever up

or down repeatedly until the appropriate

symbol appears in the display, accompa-

nied by the words "CHECK CONTROL".

2. Press button 2.

"CHECK OK" appears if there are no

Check Control messages.

If a Check Control message has been

stored, the corresponding lamp comes on.

3. Push button 1 to check for other messages.

4. Press button 2.

The display again shows the outside

temperature and the time.

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Park Distance Control PDC*

The concept

The PDC assists you with maneuvering in tight

parking spaces. Acoustic signals warn you of

the presence of an object in front of* or behind

your vehicle. To measure the distance, there

are four ultrasonic sensors in either bumper.

An acoustic warning sounds when the sensors

at the front* and at the two rear corners are less

than approx. 24 in/60 cm away from the object

and the middle rear sensors are approx. 5 ft/

1.50 m away from it.

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; oth-

erwise, physical circumstances may lead to the

system warning being issued too late.<

Switching on automatically

With the engine running or the ignition switched

on, the system is activated after approx. one

second when you shift into reverse or move the

automatic transmission selector lever to

position R. Wait this short period before driving.

Switching off automatically

After approx. 55 yd/50 m of driving or above

approx. 20 mph/approx. 30 km/h, the system

switches off and the LED goes out.

Switching on manually*

Press the button; the LED lights up.

Switching off manually*

Press the button again; the LED goes out.

Signal tones

When nearing an object, its position is indicated

correspondingly by an interval tone. For exam-

ple, if an object is detected behind the vehicle,

the signal tone sounds from the rear. As the dis-

tance 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 contin-

uous tone sounds.

An interval tone is interrupted after approx.

3seconds

>If you remain in front of an object that has

been detected by only one of the corner

sensors

>If you are driving parallel to a wall.

Malfunction

The indicator lamp in the instrument

cluster comes on. PDC is malfunc-

tioning. Have the system checked.

To avoid this problem, keep the sensors clean

and free of ice or snow in order to ensure that

they will continue to operate effectively. When

using a high-pressure cleaner, do not spray the

sensors for extended periods of time and only

from a distance of at least 1 ft/30 cm.

Manual operation*

The LED above the button also flashes.

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System limitations

Even with PDC, final responsibility for

estimating the distance between the

vehicle and any obstructions always remains

with the driver. Even when sensors are pro-

vided, there is a blind spot in which objects can

no longer be detected. The system is also sub-

ject to the physical limits that apply to all forms

of ultrasonic measurement, such as those

encountered with trailer towbars and hitches,

thin or wedge-shaped objects, etc. Low objects

that have already been displayed, e.g. curbs,

can disappear again from the detection area of

the sensors before or after a continuous tone

sounds. Higher, protruding objects, e.g. ledges,

cannot be detected. Therefore, always drive

cautiously; otherwise, there is a risk of personal

injury or property damage.

Loud sound sources outside or inside the car

can drown out the PDC signal. Therefore,

always drive cautiously; otherwise, there is a

risk of personal injury or property damage.<

Driving stability control

systems

Your BMW has a number of systems that help

to maintain the vehicle's stability even in

adverse driving conditions.

Antilock Brake System ABS

ABS prevents locking of the wheels during

braking. Safe steering response is maintained

even during full braking. Active safety is thus

increased.

The ABS is operational every time you start the

engine. Braking safely, refer to page 122.

Electronic brake-force

distribution EBV

The system controls the brake pressure in the

rear wheels to ensure stable braking behavior.

Dynamic Brake Control DBC

When you apply the brakes rapidly, this system

automatically produces the maximum braking

force boost and thus helps to achieve the short-

est possible braking distance during full brak-

ing. This system exploits all of the benefits pro-

vided by ABS.

Do not reduce the pressure on the brake for the

duration of the full braking application.

Dynamic Stability Control DSC

DSC prevents the driving wheels from losing

traction when you pull away from rest or accel-

erate. The system also recognizes unstable

driving conditions, for example if the rear of the

car is about to swerve or if momentum is acting

at an angle past the front wheels. In these

cases, DSC helps the vehicle maintain a safe

course within physical limits by reducing engine

output and through braking actions at the indi-

vidual wheels.

The laws of physics cannot be repealed,

even with DSC. An appropriate driving

style always remains the responsibility of the

driver. Therefore, do not reduce the additional

safety margin again by taking risks, as this could

result in an accident.<

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Deactivating DSC

Press the button for at least 3 seconds; the indi-

cator lamps for DSC in the instrument cluster

light up. Dynamic Traction Control DTC and

DSC have been simultaneously deactivated.

Stabilizing and drive-output promoting actions

are no longer executed.

In the same way as with a differential interlock*,

even if DSC is deactivated, brake actions are

still performed to enhance drive output if the

drive wheels experience a significant loss of

traction.

To increase vehicle stability, activate DSC again

as soon as possible.

Activating DSC

Press the button again; the indicator lamps in

the instrument cluster go out.

For better control

If the indicator lamp flashes:

DSC is regulating the drive and brak-

ing forces.

If the indicator lamps are on:

DSC is deactivated.

Dynamic Traction Control DTC

DTC is a version of DSC in which the drive out-

put is optimized for particular road conditions,

e.g. unplowed snow-covered roads. The sys-

tem assures the maximal drive output, but with

reduced driving stability. It is therefore neces-

sary to drive with appropriate caution.

You may find it useful to briefly activate DTC

under the following special circumstances:

>When driving uphill on snow-covered roads,

in slush or on unplowed, snow-covered

roads

>When rocking a stuck vehicle free or start-

ing off in deep snow or on loose ground

>When driving with snow chains

Activating DTC

Press the button; the indicator lamps for DTC in

the instrument cluster come on.

For better control

If the indicator lamp flashes:

DTC is regulating the drive and brak-

ing forces.

If the indicator lamps are on:

DTC has been activated.

Deactivating DTC

Press the button again; the DTC indicator

lamps in the instrument cluster go out.

xDrive*

xDrive is your BMW's four-wheel-drive system.

The combined efforts of xDrive and DSC help to

further optimize traction and driving dynamics.

The xDrive four-wheel-drive system distributes

driving power variably to the front and rear axles

depending on the driving situation and road

conditions.

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Hill Descent Control HDC*

HDC is a downhill driving assistant that controls

your speed on steep downhill gradients and

makes it even easier to control your BMW's

handling under these conditions. The vehicle

then moves slightly faster than double walking

speed without the driver needing to intervene.

HDC can be activated as long as you are driving

under approx. 20 mph or 35 km/h. When driving

downhill at a speed of under approx. 20 mph or

35 km/h, the vehicle's speed is automatically

reduced to slightly more than double walking

speed and maintained.

Increasing or decreasing speed

By accelerating or braking you can change this

speed within a range from approx. 3 to 15 mph,

approx. 5 to 25 km/h.

You can specify a target speed within the same

range using the cruise control* lever on the

steering column.

1To increase speed

2To decrease speed

Activating HDC

Press the button; the LED lights up.

When the vehicle is being braked automatically,

the LED flashes.

Deactivating HDC

Press the button again; the LED goes out.

HDC is automatically deactivated at speeds

greater than approx. 35 mph/60 km/h.

Using HDC

In cars with manual transmission:

Use HDC in lower gears and in reverse gear.

With automatic transmission:

You can use HDC in any drive position.

Displays in the instrument cluster*

1Display for target speed

2HDC display

Malfunction

The HDC display disappears during HDC oper-

ation, or does not appear:

HDC is temporarily unavailable due to exces-

sive brake temperature, or DSC has failed.

Drive-off assistant

The drive-off assistant enables you to drive off

smoothly on uphill gradients. It is not necessary

to use the parking brake for this.

1. Hold the car in place by depressing the

brake.

2. Release the brake and drive off without

delay.

The drive-off assistant holds the car in

place for approx. 2 seconds after the

brake is released. Drive off without delay after

releasing the brake. Otherwise, the drive-off

assistant will no longer hold the car in place

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roll backwards.<

Flat Tire Monitor FTM*

The concept

The system does not measure the actual infla-

tion pressure in the tires.

The system detects a tire pressure loss due to

speed comparisons among the individual

wheels as you drive.

In the event of pressure loss, the rolling circum-

ference changes and, thus, the rotating speed

of the affected wheel. The system detects this

and reports it as a flat tire.

Functional requirement

The system has to have been initialized at the

correct inflation pressure; otherwise, a reliable

reporting of a flat tire is not assured.

Each time a tire inflation pressure has been cor-

rected or a wheel or tire has been changed,

reinitialize the system.

System limitations

It is impossible to provide advance warn-

ing of sudden, severe tire damage caused

by outside influences.<

The system will not detect a natural, uniform

pressure loss in all four tires. Therefore you

should check the inflation pressure regularly.

In the following situations, the system could be

delayed or malfunction:

>System has not been initialized

>Driving on snowy or slippery road surface

>Performance-oriented style of driving: slip

in the drive wheels, high lateral acceleration

>Driving with snow chains*

Initialization

In the initialization, the set inflation pressures

are adopted as reference values for the detec-

tion of a flat tire. The initialization is begun by

confirmation of the inflation pressures.

Do not initialize the system while snow chains

are attached.

For operating principle refer to page 74.

1. Start the engine immediately before pulling

away, but do not drive off yet.

2. Lightly push button 1 in the turn indicator

lever up or down repeatedly until the corre-

sponding symbol appears in the display

accompanied by the word "RESET".

3. Press button 2 to confirm your choice of the

Flat Tire Monitor.

4. Press button 2 for approx. 5 seconds, until

the reading shown below is displayed:

5. Start driving.

Initialization is completed while the car is on

the move, without any feedback.

The initialization is completed during driv-

ing, which can be interrupted at any time.

When driving resumes, the initialization is con-

tinued automatically.<

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Indication of a flat tire

The warning lamps come on in yellow

and red. In addition, an acoustic sig-

nal sounds. There is a flat tire or sub-

stantial loss of tire pressure.

What to do in case of a flat tire

Run-flat tires

With a damaged tire, is possible to continue

driving at speeds of up to 50 mph/80 km/h.

Do not continue driving if the vehicle is

not equipped with run-flat tires, refer to

page 142; continued driving could result in a

severe accident.<

When continuing to drive with a damaged tire:

1. Avoid sudden braking and steering maneu-

vers.

2. Do not exceed a speed of 50 mph/80 km/h.

3. At the next opportunity, check the air pres-

sure in all four tires.

If all four tires are inflated to the cor-

rect pressures, the Flat Tire Monitor

might not have been initialized. The system

must then be initialized.<

Possible travel distance with complete tire

pressure loss:

>With a light load:

1 to 2 persons without luggage:

Approx. 155 miles/250 km

>With a medium load:

2 persons, cargo area full, or 4 persons

without luggage:

Approx. 94 miles/150 km

>With a full load:

4 persons, cargo area full:

Approx. 30 miles/50 km

Drive cautiously and do not exceed a

speed of 50 mph/80 km/h.

When there is a tire pressure loss, the handling

characteristics change, e.g. there will be

reduced directional stability during braking,

braking distances will be longer, and self-steer-

ing response will change.<

Vibrations or loud noises during driving

may indicate the final failure of the tire.

Reduce your speed and bring the vehicle to a

stop; otherwise, tire components may become

detached, which could result in an accident. Do

not continue driving; instead, contact your

BMW center.<

Tire Pressure Monitor TPM*

The concept

Check the inflation pressure in the four installed

tires. The system notifies you if there is a signif-

icant loss of pressure in one or more tires.

Functional requirement

The system has to have been reset at the cor-

rect inflation pressure; otherwise, a reliable

reporting of a flat tire is not assured.

Always use wheels with TPM electronics to

assure a trouble-free function of the system.

Each time a tire inflation pressure has

been corrected or a wheel or tire has been

changed, reset the system.<

System limitations

It is impossible to provide advance warn-

ing of sudden, severe tire damage caused

by outside influences.<

The system does not function correctly if it has

not been reset. For example, a flat tire may be

indicated even though the tire inflation pres-

sures are correct.

The system is inactive and cannot indicate a flat

tire:

>when a wheel without TPM electronics is

installed.

>when other systems or devices that use the

same radio frequency interfere with TPM.

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Resetting the system

Each time a tire inflation pressure has been

corrected or a wheel or tire has been changed,

reset the system.

For operating principle refer to page 74.

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

2. Lightly push button 1 in the turn indicator

lever up or down repeatedly until the corre-

sponding symbol appears in the display

accompanied by the word "RESET".

3. Press button 2 to confirm your choice of the

Tire Pressure Monitor. The following dis-

play appears:

4. Press button 2 for approx. 5 seconds, until

the reading shown below is displayed:

5. Start driving.

After several minutes of driving time, the

adjusted inflation pressures will be adopted as

nominal values. The resetting is completed

automatically as you drive. The indicator lamp

goes out after the system reset is completed.

You can stop driving at any time. The resetting

continues automatically when you resume driv-

ing.

Message for low tire inflation pressure

The warning lamps come on in yellow

and red. In addition, a signal sounds.

>There is a flat tire or substantial loss

of tire pressure.

>The system was not reset after a wheel

change and will thus issue warnings at the

last initialized inflation pressures.

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.

Do not continue driving if the vehicle is

not equipped with run-flat tires, refer to

page 142; continued driving could result in a

severe accident.<

Continuing to drive with a flat tire

Possible travel distance with complete tire

pressure loss:

>With a light load:

1 to 2 persons without luggage:

Approx. 155 miles/250 km

>With a medium load:

2 persons, cargo area full, or 4 persons

without luggage:

Approx. 95 miles/150 km

>With a full load:

4 persons, cargo area full:

Approx. 30 miles/50 km

Drive cautiously and do not exceed a

speed of 50 mph/80 km/h.

When there is a tire pressure loss, the handling

characteristics change, e.g. there will be

reduced directional stability during braking,

braking distances will be longer, and self-steer-

ing response will change.<

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Vibrations or loud noises during driving

may indicate the final failure of the tire.

Reduce your speed and bring the vehicle to a

stop; otherwise, tire components may become

detached, which could result in an accident. Do

not continue driving; instead, contact your

BMW center.<

Malfunction

The small warning lamp flashes in

yellow and then lights up continu-

ously; the large warning lamp comes

on in yellow. No punctures can be

detected.

Display in the following situations:

>Malfunction

Have the system checked.

>A wheel without TPM electronics has been

installed:

Have it checked by your BMW center.

>Interference from systems or devices that

use the same radio frequency:

The system automatically becomes active

again when the vehicle moves out of the

interference zone.

Declaration according to NHTSA/

FMVSS 138

Tire Pressure Monitoring Systems

Each tire should be checked monthly when cold

and inflated to the inflation pressure recom-

mended 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 infla-

tion 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 sys-

tem, TPMS, that illuminates a low tire pressure

telltale when one or more of your tires are signif-

icantly 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.

Underinflation also reduces fuel efficiency and

tire tread life, and may affect the vehicle’s han-

dling and stopping ability. Please note that the

TPMS is not a substitute for proper tire mainte-

nance, and it is the driver’s responsibility to

maintain correct tire pressure, even if underin-

flation has not reached the level at which the

TPMS low tire pressure telltale illuminates.

The TPMS malfunction indicator is combined

with the low tire pressure telltale. When the sys-

tem detects a malfunction, the telltale will flash

for approximately one minute and then remain

continuously lit. This sequence will continue

upon subsequent vehicle startups as long as

the malfunction exists. When the malfunction

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.

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Active steering*

The concept

Active steering varies the turning angle of the

front wheels in relation to steering wheel move-

ments. It also varies the steering force required

to turn the wheels depending on the speed at

which you are driving.

When you are driving in the low road speed

range, e.g. in a town or when parking, the steer-

ing angle is increased, i.e. steering becomes

very direct and less effort is required to turn the

wheels. In the higher speed range, on the other

hand, the steering angle is reduced as the

speed increases. This improves the handling of

your BMW over the entire speed range.

In critical situations, the system can make tar-

geted corrections to the steering angle pro-

vided by the driver and thus stabilize the vehicle

before the driver intervenes. This stabilizing

intervention is simultaneously deactivated

when DSC is switched off, refer to page 81.

Malfunction

The warning lamps come on. Active

steering is malfunctioning or is tem-

porarily deactivated. At low speeds,

greater steering wheel movements

are required, whereas at higher speeds the

vehicle reacts more sensitively to steering

wheel movements. The stability-enhancing

feature may also be deactivated. Drive cau-

tiously and think well ahead.

Deactivation

Active steering is deactivated to perform an ini-

tialization. A message indicates that the feature

is deactivated. Initialization may take several

minutes.

If the message does not disappear during the

current trip, have the system checked.

Defect

If there is a defect, a corresponding message

appears. Have the system checked.

Servotronic*

The concept

The Servotronic varies the steering force

required to turn the wheels relative to the vehi-

cle speed.

At low speeds, the steering force is strongly

assisted, i.e. less force is needed for steering.

As the vehicle speed increases, the steering

assisting power is reduced.

Malfunction

Malfunctions are displayed via Check Control,

refer to page 77.

Brake Force Display

On the left: normal braking.

On the right: sharp braking.

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Airbags

The following airbags are located under the

marked covers:

1Front airbags

2Coupe: head airbags

3Side airbags in the seat backrests

4Convertible: knee airbags

Protective action

Observe the adjustment instructions on

page 36 to ensure the best possible per-

sonal protection.<

The front airbags help protect the driver and

front passenger by responding to frontal

impacts in which safety belts alone cannot pro-

vide adequate restraint. When needed, the

head and side airbags help provide protection in

the event of side impact. The relevant side air-

bag supports the side upper body area. The

head air bag supports the head.

The airbags have been designed to not be trig-

gered in every collision situation, e.g. not in

minor accidents or rear-end collisions.

Do not apply adhesive materials to the

cover panels of the airbags, cover them or

modify them in any other way.

Keep the dashboard and windows on the front

passenger side clear, i.e. do not cover with

adhesive labels or coverings, and do not attach

holders such as for navigation instruments or

mobile phones.

Do not attach seat covers, cushions or other

objects not specifically approved for seats with

integral side airbags to the front seats. Do not

hang items of clothing such as coats or jackets

over the backrests. Do not attempt to remove

the airbag retention system from the vehicle. Do

not modify the individual components of the

system or its wiring in any way. This includes

the upholstered covers on the steering wheel,

instrument panel, seats and roof posts, as well

as the sides of the roof lining. Do not attempt to

remove or dismantle the steering wheel.

Do not touch the individual components imme-

diately 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

the testing, repair, removal and disposal of air-

bag generators executed only by a BMW center

or a workshop that works according to repair

procedures of BMW with correspondingly

trained personnel and that has the required

explosives licenses. Unprofessional attempts to

work on the system could lead to failure in an

emergency or to undesired airbag activation,

either of which could result in personal injury.<

Warning notices and information about the air-

bags can also be found on the sun visors.

Automatic deactivation of the front

passenger airbags

An analysis of the impression in the front pas-

senger seat cushion determines whether and

how the seat is occupied. The front and side air-

bags for the front passenger are activated or

deactivated by the system accordingly.

The indicator lamp above the interior

rearview mirror shows the current status

of the front passenger airbags, deactivated or

activated, refer to Status of front passenger air-

bags below.<

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Before transporting a child on the front

passenger seat, read the safety precau-

tions and handling instructions under Trans-

porting children safely, refer to page 47.

The front and side airbags can also be deacti-

vated by adolescents and adults sitting in cer-

tain positions; the indicator lamp for the front

passenger airbags comes on. In such cases, the

passenger should change his or her sitting

position so that the front passenger airbags are

activated and the indicator lamp goes out. If the

desired airbag status cannot be achieved by

changing the sitting position, transport the rele-

vant passenger on a rear seat. Do not attach

seat covers, seat cushion padding, ball mats or

other items to the front passenger seat unless

they are specifically recommended by BMW.

Do not place any items under the seat which

could press against the seat from below. Other-

wise, a correct analysis of the seat cushion is

not ensured.<

Status of front passenger airbags

The indicator lamp for the front passenger air-

bags shows the functional status of the front

passenger front and side airbags in accordance

with whether and how the front passenger seat

is occupied. The indicator lamp shows whether

the front passenger airbags are activated or

deactivated.

>The indicator lamp lights up when a child in

a specially designated child restraint sys-

tem is detected, as intended, on the seat.

The front and side airbags for the front pas-

senger are not activated.

Most child seats are detected by the

system, especially child seats

required by the NHTSA at the time of vehi-

cle production. After mounting a child seat,

ensure that the indicator lamp for the front

passenger airbag is lit. It indicates that the

child seat has been detected and that the

front passenger airbags are deactivated.<

>The indicator lamp does not come on as

long as a person of sufficient size and in a

correct sitting position is detected on the

seat.

The front and side airbags for the front pas-

senger are activated.

>The indicator lamp does not come on if the

seat is empty.

The front and side airbags for the front pas-

senger are not activated.

Operational readiness of airbag system

As of radio readiness, refer to page 50, the

warning lamp comes on briefly to indicate that

the entire airbag system and the belt tensioners

are operational.

Airbag system malfunction

>Warning lamp does not light up at radio

readiness or beyond.

>Warning lamp remains permanently on.

In the event of a fault in the airbag system,

have it checked without delay; otherwise,

there is the risk that the system will not function

as intended even if a sufficiently severe acci-

dent occurs.<

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Convertible: rollover

protection system

The rollover protection system is activated

automatically in the event of an accident, a crit-

ical driving situation, an extreme tilt in the car's

longitudinal axis or upon loss of ground contact.

The protection bars behind the rear head

restraints deploy within fractions of a second.

As a supplementary system to the reinforced

windshield frame, the rollover protection sys-

tem ensures that the necessary headroom is

maintained for all vehicle occupants.

Always keep the area of movement of the

rollover protection system clear.

In minor accidents, you are protected by the

fastened safety belt and, depending on acci-

dent severity, by the safety belt tensioner and

multi-phase airbag retention system.<

Resetting

If the rollover protection system was not

impacted after being automatically activated, it

can be reset by lowering the protection bars to

their original positions. This does not require

tools.

1. Push the locking lever to one side and hold

it there.

2. Push the protection bar halfway down from

above.

3. Release the locking lever.

4. Push the protection bar down until it snaps

into place.

5. Repeat the procedure for the other protec-

tion bar.

Have the rollover protection system checked

after an unexpected activation.

Never move the retractable hardtop when

the rollover protection system is in the

activated position.

Do not make any modifications to the individual

components of the rollover protection system

or its cabling.

Work on the rollover protection system should

only be performed by a BMW center.

Incorrectly performed work on the system may

lead to system failure or incorrect operation.

To check the system and ensure flawless long-

term operation, always observe the service

intervals, refer to page 76.<

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Lamps

Parking lamps/low beams

0Lamps off,

daytime running lights

1Parking lamps and daytime running lights

2Low-beam headlamps and welcome lamps

3Automatic headlamp control*, daytime run-

ning lights, welcome lamps, high-beam

assistant* and adaptive light control*

When you open the driver's door with the igni-

tion switched off, the exterior lighting is auto-

matically switched off if the light switch is in

position 0, 2 or 3.

Switch on the parking lamps if necessary,

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 will discharge the bat-

tery. Therefore, do not leave them on for

unduly long periods of time; otherwise, the bat-

tery might not have enough power to start the

engine. It is preferable to switch on the left-

hand or right-hand roadside parking lamps,

refer to page 93.<

Low beams

The low beams light up when the light switch is

in position 2 and the ignition is on.

Automatic headlamp control*

When the switch is in position 3, the low beams

are switched on and off automatically depend-

ing on ambient light conditions, e.g. in a tunnel,

in twilight, or if there is precipitation. The adap-

tive light control* is active. The LED next to the

symbol is illuminated when the low beams are

on. You can also activate the daytime running

lights, refer to page 92. In the situations

described above, the lamps then automatically

switch from daytime running lights to low

beams.

The headlamps may also come on when the

sun is sitting low on a blue sky.

The low beams remain switched on

regardless of the ambient lighting condi-

tions 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 system

cannot detect fog or hazy weather. To avoid

safety risks, you should always switch on the

low-beam headlamps manually under these

conditions.<

Welcome lamps

If you leave the light switch in position 2 or 3

when you park the car, the parking lamps and

the interior lamps light up briefly when you

unlock the vehicle.

Pathway lighting

If you activate the headlamp flasher after

switching off the ignition with the lamps

switched off, the low beams come on and

remain on for a certain time.

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Setting the duration or deactivating

For operating principle, refer to page 74.

1. Switch on the ignition, refer to page 50.

2. Lightly push button 1 in the turn indicator

lever up or down repeatedly until the sym-

bol appears in the display accompanied by

the word "SET".

3. Press button 2.

4. Lightly push button 1 in the turn indicator

lever down repeatedly until the symbol

appears in the display.

5. Press button 2.

6. Use button 1 to select:

The function is deactivated.

> ...

Select the corresponding duration,

e.g. 40 seconds.

7. Press button 2.

The setting is stored for the remote control

currently in use.

Daytime running lights

The daytime running lights light up in switch

position 0, 1 and 3. They are less powerful than

the low beams.

Activating/deactivating daytime

running lights

For operating principle, refer to page 74.

1. Switch on the ignition, refer to page 50.

2. Lightly push button 1 in the turn indicator

lever up or down repeatedly until the sym-

bol appears in the display accompanied

by the word "SET".

3. Press button 2.

4. Lightly push button 1 in the turn indicator

lever down repeatedly until the symbol

appears in the display.

5. Press button 2.

6. Use button 1 to select:

Daytime running lights activated.

Daytime running lights deactivated.

7. Press button 2.

The setting is stored for the remote

control currently in use.

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Adaptive light control*

The concept

Adaptive light control 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 at speeds up to 40 mph/70 km/h,

e.g. on mountainous roads or when turning, an

additional, corner-illuminating lamp is switched

on that lights up the inside area of the curve.

Activating Adaptive Light Control

With the ignition switched on, turn the light

switch to position 3, refer to page 91.

The corner-illuminating lamp is switched on

automatically, depending on the steering wheel

angle or turn signal indicator.

Standstill function*: to avoid blinding oncoming

traffic, the adaptive light control directs light

towards the front passenger side when the

vehicle is at a standstill.

When you are reversing, only the corner-illumi-

nating lamps are switched on and active on

both sides.

Malfunction

The LED next to the symbol for automatic head-

lamp control flashes. Adaptive light control is

malfunctioning or has failed. Have the system

checked as soon as possible.

High beams/roadside parking

lamps

1High beams

2Headlamp flasher

3Roadside parking lamps*

Roadside parking lamps, left or right*

There is an additional option of switching on the

lamps on the side of the car facing the road

when parked.

Switching on

After parking the vehicle, press the lever up or

down beyond the pressure point for a longer

period, arrow 3.

The roadside parking lamps drain the bat-

tery. Therefore, do not leave them on for

unduly long periods of time; otherwise, the bat-

tery might not have enough power to start the

engine.<

Switching off

Press the lever in the opposite direction to the

pressure point, arrow 3.

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High-beam assistant*

The concept

This system automatically switches the high

beams on and off. The procedure is controlled

by a sensor on the front of the interior rearview

mirror. The assistant ensures that the high

beams are switched on whenever the traffic sit-

uation allows. It handles this task for you and

gives you the benefit of the best possible view.

You can intervene at any time and switch the

high beams on and off as usual.

Activating the system

1. Turn the light switch to position 3, refer to

page 91.

2. With the low beams switched on, briefly

push the turn indicator lever in the direction

of the high beam.

The indicator lamp in the instrument

cluster lights up when the high beams

are activated. The system automati-

cally switches from high beams to low beams

and vice versa in response to oncoming traffic,

traffic ahead of you, and adequate ambient

lighting, e.g. on city streets.

Switching the high beams on and off

manually

Whenever you wish, or when the situation

requires, you can intervene:

>If the high-beam assistant switches on the

high beams, but you would like to drive with

the low beams, simply switch off the high

beams using the turn indicator lever. This

deactivates the high-beam assistant.

To reactivate the system, briefly push the

turn indicator lever toward the high beams

again.

>If the high-beam assistant switches on the

low beams, but you would like to drive with

the high beams, switch on the high beams

as usual. This deactivates the system and

the high beams need to be switched off

manually, if necessary.

To reactivate the system, briefly push the

turn indicator lever toward the high beams

again.

>Use the headlamp flasher as usual with the

low beams switched on.

System limitations

The high-beam assistant cannot serve as

a substitute for the driver's personal judg-

ment of when to use the high beams. Therefore,

manually switch off the high beams in situations

where this is required to avoid a safety risk.<

The system is not fully functional in situations

such as the following, and driver intervention

may be necessary:

>In very unfavorable weather conditions,

such as fog or heavy precipitation

>In detecting poorly-lit road users, such as

pedestrians, cyclists, horseback riders and

wagons; when driving close to train or ship

traffic; and at animal crossings

>In tight curves, on hilltops or in depressions,

in cross traffic or half-obscured oncoming

traffic on highways

>In poorly lit towns and cities and in the pres-

ence of highly reflective signs

>At low speeds

>When the windshield in front of the interior

rearview mirror is fogged over, dirty or cov-

ered with stickers, etc.

>If the sensor is dirty. Clean the sensor on

the front of the interior rearview mirror using

a cloth moistened with a small amount of

glass cleaner.

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Fog lamps*

The parking lamps or low beams must

be switched on for the fog lamps to

operate. The green indicator lamp in

the instrument cluster lights up whenever the

fog lamps are on.

The fog lamps are switched off while you acti-

vate the headlamp flasher or switch on the high

beams.

If the automatic headlamp control is acti-

vated, the low beams will come on auto-

matically when you switch on the fog lamps.<

Instrument lighting

You can adjust the brightness of the instrument

lighting only when the parking lamps or the low

beams are switched on.

1. Push button 1 up or down repeatedly until

the appropriate symbol appears in the dis-

play, accompanied by the brightness set-

ting and scale the word "SET".

2. Press button 2.

3. Push button 1 up or down to select the

desired brightness level.

4. Press button 2.

The display again shows the outside tem-

perature and the time.

Interior lamps

The interior lamps, the footwell lamps*, entry

lamps*, cargo area lamp and courtesy lamps*

are controlled automatically.

The LEDs for the courtesy lamps are set in the

door handles and illuminate the ground in front

of the doors.

To avoid draining the battery, all lamps

inside the car are switched off about

8 minutes after the ignition is switched off, refer

to Start/stop button on page 50.<

Switching interior lamps on/off

manually

Interior lamps, front and rear*:

To switch on and off, press the button.

To switch off the interior lamps, footwell

lamps*, entry lamps* and courtesy lamps* per-

manently, press the button for the front interior

lamps for about 3 seconds.

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Reading lamps

There are reading lamps at the front and rear*,

next to the interior lamps. To switch on and off,

press the button.

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Climate

Equipment versions

Depending on the equipment version, your car

has an air conditioner or an automatic climate

control system.

1Air conditioner 98

2Automatic climate control*100

Air vents

3Airflow directed toward the windshield and

side windows

4Air to the upper body area.

The thumbwheels smoothly open and close

the air supply. The levers alter the direction

of the airflow. For further details on draft-

free ventilation, refer to page 102.

5Air to the footwell

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Air conditioner

1Air distribution

2Recirculated-air mode

3Air volume

4Cooling function

5Temperature

6Rear window defroster

Air distribution

Direct the flow of air to the

windows , to the upper body

area or to the footwell . Inter-

mediate settings are possible. In

the center position between and , the air

is also deflected toward the windows.

Recirculated-air mode

If the air outside the car has an

unpleasant odor or contains pollut-

ants, shut off the supply to the

interior of the car temporarily. The

system then recirculates the air currently within

the vehicle.

You can also activate/deactivate the recircu-

lated-air mode by means of a button* on the

steering wheel, refer to page 11.

If condensation starts to form on the

inside window surfaces during operation

in the recirculated-air mode, you should switch

it off while also increasing the air volume as

required.

The recirculated-air mode should not be used

continuously for lengthy periods; otherwise, the

quality of the air inside the car will gradually

deteriorate.<

Air volume

Turn to adjust the air volume. The

higher the volume, the more effec-

tive the heating or cooling will be.

The air volume may be reduced or

the blower may be switched off entirely to save

on battery power.

Switching the system on/off

Set any desired air volume to switch on the air

conditioner.

Turn the air volume rotary switch to 0. The

blower and air conditioner are completely

switched off and the air supply is cut off.

The outside air supply is blocked when

the air conditioner is switched off. If the air

quality deteriorates or the window fogs over,

switch the system back on and increase the air

volume.<

Switching cooling function on/off

The cooling function cools and

dehumidifies the incoming air

before reheating it according to the

temperature setting. This function

is only available while the engine is running.

The cooling function helps prevent condensa-

tion on the windows or removes it quickly.

Depending on the weather, the windshield may

fog over briefly when the engine is started.

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Rear window defroster

The defroster is switched off auto-

matically after a certain time.

Depending on your vehicle's

equipment, the upper wires serve

as an antenna and are not part of the rear win-

dow defroster.

Temperature

To increase the temperature, turn

the rotary switch clockwise

towards red.

For a lower temperature, turn the

rotary switch counterclockwise towards blue.

Defrosting windows and removing

condensation

1. Air distribution 1 in position .

2. Deactivate recirculated-air mode 2.

3. Air volume control 3 all the way to the right.

4. Switch on cooling function 4.

5. Temperature 5 to the right, red.

6. Switch on rear window defroster 6 to

defrost the rear window .

Ventilation

1Use the thumbwheels to smoothly open

and close the air vents

2Use the lever to change the direction of the

airflow

Ventilation for cooling

Adjust the vent outlets to direct the flow of cool

air in your direction, for instance if it has become

too hot in the car.

Draft-free ventilation

Adjust the vents to let the air flow past you.

Microfilter

The microfilter removes dust and pollen from

the incoming air. The microfilter is changed by

your BMW center during routine maintenance

work.

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Automatic climate control*

1Seat heating*, left side 41

2Air distribution, manual

3Temperature, left side

4Maximum cooling

5AUTO program

6Air volume, manual adjustment; AUTO

intensity

7Automatic recirculated-air control AUC/

Recirculated-air mode

8ALL program

9Temperature, right side

10 Defrosting windows and removing

condensation

11 Switching cooling function on/off manually

12 Rear window defroster

13 Seat heating*, right side 41

14 Interior temperature sensor, please keep

clear

Comfortable interior climate

AUTO program 5 offers the ideal air distribution

and air volume for almost all conditions, refer to

AUTO program below. All you need to do is

select an interior temperature which is comfort-

able for you.

The following sections inform you in detail

about how to adjust the settings.

Most settings are stored for the remote control

currently in use, refer also to Personal Profile

settings on page 18.

Adjusting air distribution manually

The air distribution can be

switched on and off manually. The

air is directed to the windshield, to

the upper body area and to the

footwell.

The automatic air distribution can be switched

back on by pressing the AUTO button. The

cooling function is switched on automatically

and the manual air distribution setting is

cleared.

Temperature

Turn to set the desired tempera-

ture.

The automatic climate control

achieves this temperature as

quickly as possible regardless of the season,

using maximum cooling or heating power if nec-

essary, and then maintains it.

Avoid rapid switching between different tem-

perature settings. The automatic climate con-

trol will not have sufficient time to adjust the set

temperature.

Maximum heating power can be obtained with

the highest setting, regardless of the outside

temperature.

The system cools steadily in the lowest setting,

regardless of the outside temperature.

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Maximum cooling

Press the button.

The system is set to the lowest

temperature, maximum air volume

and recirculated-air mode.

Air flows out of the vent outlets for the upper

body region. Open them for this purpose.

Air is cooled as quickly as possible:

>Above an outside temperature of approx.

32 7/06

>When the engine is running

AUTO program

Press the button.

Air volume, air distribution and

temperature are controlled auto-

matically.

Depending on the selected temperature, AUTO

intensity and outside influences, the air is

directed toward the windshield, the side win-

dows, the upper body and the footwell.

Pressing the AUTO button automatically

switches on the cooling function.

At the same time, a condensation sensor con-

trols the program so as to prevent window con-

densation as much as possible.

The program is switched off when the air distri-

bution is set manually or the button is pressed

again.

Intensity of the AUTO program

With the AUTO program switched on, auto-

matic control of the air volume and air distribu-

tion can be adjusted:

Press the left side of the button

to reduce the intensity. Press

the right side of the button to

increase it.

The selected intensity is shown on the display

of the automatic climate control.

Convertible program

The Convertible program is active when the

hardtop is open. In the Convertible program, the

automatic climate control is optimized for driv-

ing with the hardtop open. In addition, the air

volume is increased as vehicle speed increases.

The effectiveness of the Convertible pro-

gram can be enhanced considerably by

installing the wind deflector.<

Adjusting air volume manually

To be able to manually adjust the air volume,

switch off the AUTO program first.

Press the left side of the button to

reduce the air volume. Press the

right side of the button to increase

it.

The air volume may be reduced or the blower

may be switched off entirely to save on battery

power. The display remains the same.

Automatic recirculated-air control

AUC/Recirculated-air mode

You can respond to unpleasant odors or pollut-

ants in the immediate environment by tempo-

rarily suspending the supply of outside air. The

system then recirculates the air currently within

the vehicle.

Press the button repeatedly to

select an operating mode:

>LED off: outside air flows in continuously.

>Left-hand LED on, AUC mode: a sensor

detects pollutants in the outside air and

controls the shut-off automatically.

>Right-hand LED on, recirculated-air mode:

the supply of outside air is permanently

shut off. If the windows fog over, switch off

recirculated-air mode and increase the air

volume, if necessary. Make sure that air can

flow onto the windshield.

The recirculated-air mode should not be

used over an extended period of time;

otherwise, the air quality inside the car will

deteriorate continuously.<

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Via the button on the steering wheel

You can switch quickly between the recircu-

lated-air mode and the previous mode using a

button on the steering wheel, refer to page 11.

ALL program

Press the button.

The current temperature setting

on the driver's side is transferred to

the front passenger side.

If the temperature setting on the driver's side is

changed, the temperature on the front passen-

ger side is changed as well.

The program is switched off when the setting is

adjusted on the front passenger side or the but-

ton is pressed again.

Defrosting windows and removing

condensation

Press the button.

Quickly removes ice and conden-

sation from the windshield and

front side windows.

For this purpose, also switch on the cooling

function.

Switching cooling function on/off

The passenger compartment can only be

cooled while the engine is running.

Press the button.

The air is cooled and dehumidified

and – depending on the tempera-

ture setting – warmed again.

Depending on the weather, the windshield may

fog up briefly when the engine is started.

Pressing the AUTO button automatically

switches on the cooling function.

Rear window defroster

Press the button.

The defroster is switched off auto-

matically after a certain time.

Depending on your vehicle's equipment, the

upper wires serve as an antenna and are not

part of the rear window defroster.

Switching the system on/off

Switching off

With the blower at its lowest

setting, press the left side of the

button to switch off the automatic

climate control.

All displays are cleared except for the rear win-

dow defroster if it is switched on.

The outside air supply is blocked when

the automatic climate control is switched

off. If the air quality deteriorates or the window

fogs over, switch the system back on and

increase the air volume.<

Switching on

Press any button except the ALL or the rear

window defroster button to reactivate the auto-

matic climate control.

Ventilation

1Use the thumbwheels to smoothly open

and close the air vents

2Use the lever to change the direction of the

airflow

3Thumbwheel for more or less cool air from

the vents for the upper body area

Ventilation for cooling

Adjust the vent outlets to direct the flow of cool

air in your direction, for instance if it has become

too hot in the car.

Draft-free ventilation

Set the vent outlets so that the air flows past

you and not straight at you.

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Ventilation in the rear

1Use the thumbwheel to adjust the

temperature:

>Turn toward blue: colder

>Turn toward red: warmer

2Use the thumbwheel to smoothly open and

close the air vents

3Use the lever to change the direction of the

airflow

Microfilter/activated-charcoal filter

The microfilter traps dust and pollen in the

incoming air. The activated-charcoal filter pro-

vides additional protection by filtering gaseous

pollutants from the outside air. Your BMW cen-

ter replaces this combined filter during routine

maintenance.

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Practical interior accessories

Integrated universal remote

control*

The concept

The integrated universal remote control can

replace as many as three hand-held transmit-

ters for various remote-controlled devices,

such as garage doors and gates or lighting sys-

tems. The integrated universal remote control

registers and stores signals from the original

hand-held transmitters.

The signal of an original hand-held transmitter

can be programmed on one of the three mem-

ory buttons 1. After this, the programmed

memory button 1 will operate the system in

question. The LED 2 flashes to confirm trans-

mission of the signal.

Should you sell your vehicle one day, be sure to

delete the stored programs beforehand for your

safety, refer to page 105.

To prevent possible damage or injury,

before programming or using the inte-

grated universal remote control, always inspect

the immediate area to make certain that no peo-

ple, animals or objects are within the pivoting or

travel range of the device being operated. Com-

ply also with the safety instructions supplied

with the original hand-held transmitter.<

Checking compatibility

If this symbol appears on the package

or in the instructions supplied with the

original hand-held transmitter, you can

assume that the radio remote control device will

be compatible with the integrated universal

remote control.

For additional information, please contact your

BMW center or call: 1-800-355-3515.

You can also obtain information on the Internet

at:

www.bmwusa.com or

www.homelink.com.

HomeLink is a registered trademark of Johnson

Controls, Inc.<

Programming

1Memory buttons

2LED

Fixed-code hand-held transmitters

1. Switch on the ignition, refer to page 50.

2. When starting operation for the first time:

press the left and right memory buttons 1

for approx. 20 seconds until the LED 2

flashes rapidly. The three memory buttons

are cleared.

3. Hold the original hand-held transmitter at a

distance of approx. 4 to 12 in/10 to 30 cm

from the memory buttons 1.

The required distance between the

hand-held transmitter and the mem-

ory buttons 1 depends on the system of the

respective original hand-held transmitter

used.<

4. Simultaneously press the transmit key 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 sec-

onds, alter the distance and repeat this

step.

5. To program other original hand-held

transmitters, repeat steps 3 and 4.

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The corresponding memory button 1 is now

programmed with the signal of the original

hand-held transmitter.

You can operate the device while the ignition is

switched on.

If the device fails to function even after

repeated programming, check whether

the original hand-held transmitter uses an alter-

nating-code system. To do so, either read the

instructions for the original hand-held transmit-

ter 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 and then remains

lit for about two seconds, the original hand-held

transmitter uses an alternating-code system. If

it uses an alternating-code system, program

the memory buttons 1 as described under

Alternating-code hand-held transmitters.<

Alternating-code hand-held

transmitters

To program the integrated universal remote

control, consult the operating instructions for

the device 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.<

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.

The corresponding memory button 1 is now

programmed with the signal of the original

hand-held transmitter.

If you have any questions, please contact

your BMW center.<

Deleting all stored programs

Press the left and right memory buttons 1 for

approx. 20 seconds until the LED 2 flashes rap-

idly: all stored programs are deleted.

Reassigning individual programs

1. Hold the original hand-held transmitter at a

distance of approx. 4 to 12 in/10 to 30 cm

from the memory buttons 1.

The required distance between the

hand-held transmitter and the mem-

ory buttons 1 depends on the system of the

respective original hand-held transmitter

used.<

2. Press the desired memory button 1 of the

integrated universal remote control.

3. If the LED 2 flashes slowly after approx.

20 seconds, press the transmit key 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 this step.

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Digital compass*

1Adjustment button

2Display

The display shows you the main or secondary

compass direction in which you are driving.

Operating principle

You can call up various functions by pressing

the adjustment button with a pointed object

such as a ballpoint pen or similar item. The fol-

lowing adjustment options are displayed one

after the other, depending on how long you

keep the adjustment button pressed:

>Press briefly: switch display on/off

>3 to 6 seconds: set compass zone

>6 to 9 seconds: calibrate compass

>9 to 12 seconds: set left-hand/right-hand

steering

>12 to 15 seconds: set the language

Setting compass zones

Set the compass zone corresponding to your

vehicle's geographic location so that the com-

pass can function correctly; refer to the world

map with compass zones.

To set the compass zone, press the adjustment

button for approx. 3-4 seconds. The number of

the compass zone set is shown in the display.

To change the zone setting, briefly press the

adjustment button repeatedly until the display

shows the number of the compass zone corre-

sponding to your current location.

The compass is operational again after approx.

10 seconds.

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Calibrating the digital compass

The digital compass must be calibrated in the

following situations:

>An incorrect compass direction is shown.

>The compass direction shown does not

change although the direction of travel

does.

>Not all compass directions are shown.

Procedure

1. Make sure that no large metal objects or

overhead power lines are in the vicinity of

your vehicle and that you have enough

space to drive in a circle.

2. Set the currently valid compass zone.

3. Convertible: ensure that the retractable

hardtop is fully closed.

4. Press the adjustment button for approx.

6-7 seconds to call up C. Then drive in at

least one full circle at a speed of no more

than 4mph or 7km/h.

If calibration is successful, the display

changes from C to a compass direction.

5. Convertible: open the retractable hardtop

fully and repeat step 4.

Setting right-hand/left-hand steering

Your digital compass is factory-set to right-

hand or left-hand steering, in accordance with

your vehicle.

Set the language

You can set the language of the display:

Press the adjustment button for approx. 12-13

seconds. Briefly press the adjustment button

again to switch between English, "E", and Ger-

man, "O".

The setting is automatically saved after approx.

10 seconds.

Coupe:

Roller sun blind*

Tap the button in the center console to raise or

lower the roller sun blind.

Glove compartment

Opening

Pull the handle.

The light in the glove compartment comes on.

To prevent injury in the event of an acci-

dent while the vehicle is being driven,

close the glove compartment immediately after

use.<

Closing

Fold the cover up.

Locking

To lock the glove compartment, use the inte-

grated key of the remote control, refer to

page 18.

Convertible: when you lock the vehicle from the

outside, the glove compartment is locked as

well.

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Center armrest

Storage compartment

The center armrest between the front seats

contains either a compartment or the cover for

the snap-in adapter*, depending on the equip-

ment version.

Opening

Press the button, see arrow.

Settings*

Slide the center armrest on the driver's side into

the desired position.

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 car's loudspeaker system. You can set

the volume and tone by means of the car radio,

refer to the separate Owner's Manual for Radio.

Connecting

Lift up the center armrest.

AUX-IN port for audio playback:

TRS connector 1/8 in/3.5 mm

To play audio tracks over the car's loudspeaker

system, connect the headset or line-out port of

the external device to the connector.

Storage compartments inside

the vehicle

Depending on your vehicle's equipment, you

will find compartments beside the steering col-

umn*, in the front doors and in the center con-

sole*.

There are nets* on the front-seat backrests.

Storage compartments in the rear

console

Depending on your vehicle's equipment ver-

sion, the following storage compartments can

be found in the rear console:

>Storage tray

>Storage compartment with cover

>Cupholders

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Coupe: clothes hooks

Press the upper edge to flip open.

Items of clothing hung from the hooks

must not obstruct the driver's view. Do

not hang heavy objects from the hooks; other-

wise, they could endanger the car's occupants,

e.g. in case of heavy braking or sudden swerv-

ing.<

Cupholders

Use lightweight and shatterproof contain-

ers and do not transport hot beverages;

otherwise, there is an increased risk of injury in

the event of the accident. Do not force contain-

ers that are too large into the cupholders; other-

wise, damage could result.<

Front

Opening

Briefly press the center of the cover.

Closing

Briefly press the cover in the center and push in

the cupholder.

Coupe: rear

There are two additional cupholders in the rear

center armrest.

Press the front of the armrest.

Convertible: rear

There are two additional cupholders in the rear

console.

Press the button to open.

Before folding down the rear seat back-

rest or using the transport bag, remove all

containers from the cupholder and close it. Do

not place objects into the cupholder and use

force to close it. Do not use the cupholder as

agrab handle.<

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Ashtray*

Opening

Push the ridge on the cover.

Emptying

Lift out the insert.

Lighter

With the engine running or the ignition switched

on, press in the cigarette lighter.

The lighter can be pulled out as soon as it pops

back out.

Hold or touch the hot cigarette lighter by

the knob only. Holding or touching it in

other areas could result in burns.

When leaving the car, always remove the

remote control so that children cannot operate

the cigarette lighter and burn themselves.<

Connecting electrical

appliances

In your BMW, when the engine is running or the

ignition is switched on, you can use electrical

devices such as a hand lamp, car vacuum

cleaner, etc., up to approx. 200 watts at

12 volts, as long as one of the following sockets

is available. Avoid damaging the sockets by

attempting to insert plugs of unsuitable shape

or size.

Cigarette lighter socket*

To access the socket: take the cigarette lighter

out of the socket.

Socket* in the front passenger footwell

A socket is located under the glove compart-

ment on the left.

Socket in the center armrest

External audio device, refer to page 108.

Coupe: socket in the cargo area*

Open the cap.

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Coupe:

Through-loading system*

Opening

1. To release the rear seat backrest, pull the

corresponding lever in the cargo area.

2. The unlocked rear seat backrest moves for-

ward slightly. Fold the backrest forward by

the head restraint.

Closing

Return the rear seat backrest to its upright posi-

tion and engage it.

When returning the backrest to its seating

position, make sure that the seat's lock-

ing mechanism engages properly. Otherwise,

cargo could be thrown around in the event of

sharp braking or swerving and endanger the

occupants.<

The lashing eyes in the cargo area provide you

with a way to attach cargo area nets* or draw

straps for securing suitcases and luggage, refer

to page 124.

Convertible:

Cargo loading

Enlarging the cargo area

When the hardtop is closed you can enlarge the

cargo area:

To do so, push the cargo area partition upward.

Before opening the hardtop, push the cargo

area partition down until it engages on both

sides.

Before moving the hardtop, ensure that

there are no objects on or next to the

cargo area partition; otherwise, parts of the

hardtop may be damaged. Do not exceed the

maximum loading height; refer to the sticker in

the cargo area showing a line indicating the

maximum height. Do not use force to push

down the cargo area partition.<

The retractable hardtop can only be

opened if the cargo area partition is in its

lowermost position and engaged on both

sides.<

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Folding down the rear seat backrest

Opening

You can fold down the rear seat backrest to

transport light objects in the rear without dam-

aging the seats. Depending on the vehicle

equipment, the mounting points for the cargo

area net* are found on the back of the seat

backrest. To unlock the rear seat backrest:

press the button on the driver's or the opposite

side.

Closing

Return the rear seat backrest to the upright

seating position and engage it.

When returning the backrest to its seating

position, make sure that the seat's lock-

ing mechanism engages properly. Otherwise,

cargo could be thrown around in the event of

sharp braking or swerving and endanger the

occupants.<

Bag holder*

When the rear seat backrest is folded down, you

will find two bag holders on the cargo area wall:

1. Fold open the holder by pressing the

button.

2. Press the handles of the bag onto the

holder from above.

Only hang light shopping bags or other

suitable objects from the holders; other-

wise, braking maneuvers and swerving, for

example, may lead to a safety hazard due to

objects flying about the passenger compart-

ment. Only transport heavy luggage in the

cargo area if it has been appropriately

secured.<

For more information on loading the vehicle,

refer to page 123.

Storage compartment behind the rear

seat backrest

A storage compartment is located behind the

rear seat backrest. To access the storage com-

partment: remove the insert or fold down the

rear seat backrest.

When the rear seat backrest is folded

down or the insert has been removed,

only transport small light objects in the storage

compartment; otherwise, braking maneuvers

and swerving, for example, may lead to a safety

hazard due to objects flying about the passen-

ger compartment. Only transport heavy lug-

gage in the cargo area if it has been appropri-

ately secured.<

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Storage compartments inside

the cargo area

Coupe

Depending on your vehicle's equipment, the

following storage spaces can be found in the

cargo area:

>Left storage compartment, e.g. for storing a

box of cleaning tissues or up to 12 CD jack-

ets, depending on vehicle equipment ver-

sion

>Net* for securing smaller objects, to be

attached to the fixtures on the floor panel

>Hooks for hanging up, e.g., shopping bags

or tote bags

>Rubber strap on the left trim panel for

securing small objects such as a folding

umbrella

>Net for small objects on the right trim panel

of the cargo area

Convertible

Depending on your vehicle's equipment, the

following storage spaces can be found in the

cargo area:

>Storage compartment on the left side of the

cargo area. To open turn handle by 90°

>Net* for securing smaller objects, to be

attached to the fixtures on the floor panel

>Rubber strap* for subdividing the cargo

area; can be hooked onto the lateral lashing

eyes

>Stowage compartment under the floor

panel

Folding up the floor panel

Do not exceed the maximum permissible

load of 55 lbs/25 kg for the storage com-

partment under the floor panel; otherwise, dam-

age could result.<

Coupe

Press the floor panel up and secure it with the

catch.

Convertible

To lift, grab hold of the floor panel at the open-

ing at the rear of the panel.

Lashing eyes

You will find lashing eyelets in the cargo area for

securing luggage items with nets or tensioning

straps, refer to page 124.

Coupe: ski bag*

The ski bag is designed for safe, clean transport

of up to 4 pairs of standard skis or up to

2snowboards.

With the ski bag you can stow skis with a length

of up to 6.9 ft 10 in/2.10 m. When skis of 6.9 ft

10 in/2.10 m length are loaded, the overall

capacity of the ski bag is reduced due to its

tapered design.

1. Fold down the center armrest.

2. Press the button, reach into the recess and

fold down the cover.

3. Open the Velcro fastener, spread the ski

bag between the front seats and insert the

skis or snowboards.

The zip fastener makes objects in the ski

bag easier to reach.

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4. Clip the hooks of the ski bag retaining strap

into the eyelet.

Only place clean skis in the ski bag. Wrap sharp

edges to prevent damage.

Securing cargo

After loading, secure the ski bag and its con-

tents. Tighten the retaining strap on the ten-

sioning buckle for this purpose.

Secure the ski bag in the manner

described; otherwise, it could endanger

the car's occupants, e.g. in case of heavy brak-

ing or sudden swerving.<

To store the ski bag, perform the steps

described for loading in reverse order.

Removing the ski bag

The ski bag can be completely removed, e.g. for

faster drying or to allow you to use other inserts.

1. Fold down the center panel in the rear seat

backrest.

2. Pull the handle, arrow 1.

3. Pull out the insert, arrow 2.

For more information on the various

inserts available, contact your BMW cen-

ter.<

Convertible: through-loading

opening with integrated

transport bag*

The transport bag is designed for safe, clean

transport of up to 4 pairs of standard skis or up

to 2 snowboards.

When the rear seat backrest is folded up, you

can remove the insert and use the transport bag

with the regular through-loading opening. To

transport larger objects, you can fold down the

rear seat backrest to create an expanded

through-loading opening.

With the transport bag you can stow skis with a

length of up to 6.2 ft/1.90 m. When skis of 6.2 ft/

1.90 m length are loaded, the overall capacity of

the transport bag is reduced due to its tapered

design.

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1. For loading using the regular through-load-

ing opening:

Press the button down and remove the

insert from the front.

For loading with the through-loading open-

ing expanded:

Fold down the rear seat backrest, refer to

page 112.

2. Front cover: press the two recesses

together and fold the cover down until it

engages.

3. In the cargo area: press the two recesses

together and fold down the cover.

4. Undo the Velcro fastener and spread out

the transport bag between the front seats.

5. Insert the latch plate of the retaining strap

into the belt buckle under the transport bag.

6. Load the transport bag. The zipper eases

access to the stored items.

Only place clean skis in the transport bag. Wrap

sharp edges to prevent damage.

You can use the snaps to shorten the transport

bag if you do not need its full length.

Securing cargo

After loading, secure the transport bag and its

contents. Tighten the retaining strap on the

tensioning buckle for this purpose.

Secure the transport bag in the manner

described; otherwise, it could endanger

the car's occupants, e.g. in case of heavy brak-

ing or sudden swerving.<

To store the transport bag, perform the steps

described for loading in reverse order.

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Removing the front cover

You can remove the front cover to use the full

height of the through-loading opening. With the

cover folded down, pull the handle, see arrow,

and remove the cover toward the front. To

replace, insert the cover at an angle from above

and let it snap it into place.

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Driving tips

This section provides you with information

useful in dealing with specific driving and

operating conditions.

Driving tips

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Things to remember when driving

Break-in period

Moving parts need breaking-in time to adjust to

each other. Please follow the instructions below

in order to achieve the optimal service life and

economy of operation for your vehicle.

Engine and differential

Always obey all official speed limits.

Up to 1,200 miles/2,000 km

Drive at varying engine and road speeds, but do

not exceed an engine speed of 4,500 rpm or a

road speed of 100 mph/160 km/h.

Avoid full-throttle operation and use of the

transmission's kickdown mode.

After driving 1,200 miles/2,000 km

Engine and vehicle speeds can be gradually

increased.

Tires

Due to technical factors associated with their

manufacture, tires do not achieve their full trac-

tion potential until after an initial break-in

period. Therefore, drive cautiously during the

first 200 miles/300 km.

Brake system

Brakes require an initial break-in period of

approx. 300 miles/500 km to achieve optimized

contact and wear patterns between brake pads

and rotors. Drive cautiously during this break-in

period.

Clutch

The function of the clutch reaches its optimal

level only after a distance driven of approx.

500 km. During this break-in period, engage the

clutch gently.

Following part replacement

The same break-in procedures should be

observed if any of the components mentioned

above have to be renewed in the course of the

vehicle's operating life.

Saving fuel

The fuel consumption of your vehicle depends

on several factors. You can lower fuel consump-

tion and the environmental impact by taking

certain measures, adjusting your driving style

and having the vehicle serviced regularly.

Remove any unneeded cargo

Additional weight increases fuel consumption.

Remove any mounted parts after you

have finished using them

Remove unneeded additional mirrors, the roof

rack and the rear luggage rack after use.

Mounted parts affect the vehicle's aerodynam-

ics and increase fuel consumption.

Close the windows and glass roof

An open glass roof or window causes higher air

resistance and thus increases fuel consump-

tion.

Check tire inflation pressure regularly

Check the tire inflation pressure at least twice a

month and before embarking on a long journey,

and correct it if necessary.

Low tire inflation pressure causes higher rolling

resistance and thus increases fuel consumption

and tire wear.

Set off immediately

Do not let the engine warm up while the car is

still standing, but set off immediately at moder-

ate engine speed. This is the fastest way for the

cold engine to reach its operating temperature.

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Drive defensively

Avoid unnecessary acceleration and braking

maneuvers. To do so, keep an adequate dis-

tance between you and the vehicle in front of

you. A defensive and smooth driving style

keeps fuel consumption down.

Avoid high engine speeds

Only use first gear when setting off. In second

and higher gears, accelerate without hesitation

or pauses. When accelerating, shift up before

reaching high engine speeds.

When you reach the desired speed, shift into

the highest applicable gear and drive with the

engine speed as low as possible and at a con-

stant speed.

As a rule: driving at low engine speeds lowers

fuel consumption and reduces wear.

Coasting

When approaching a red light, take your foot off

the accelerator and coast to a stop in the high-

est applicable gear.

On a downhill slope, take your foot off the accel-

erator and coast in a suitable gear.

The fuel supply is interrupted when coasting.

Switch off the engine during lengthy

stops

Switch off the engine when stopping for lengthy

periods, e.g. at traffic lights, railroad crossings

or in traffic congestions. You achieve fuel sav-

ings even if standing time is as short as approx.

4 seconds.

Switch off functions you do not need at

the moment

Functions such as the air conditioner, seat

heating or rear window defroster draw large

amounts of power and consume additional fuel.

Especially in city traffic and in stop and go driv-

ing they have a considerable impact. Therefore,

switch these functions off when they are not

really needed.

Have the vehicle serviced

Have the vehicle serviced regularly to achieve

good economy and a long vehicle life. BMW

recommends having the vehicle serviced at a

BMW center. Also note the BMW service sys-

tem, refer to page 148.

General driving notes

Close the trunk lid

Operate the vehicle only when the trunk

lid is closed. Otherwise, exhaust fumes

could enter the interior of the vehicle.<

If the vehicle must be driven with the trunk lid

open:

1. Close all windows and the glass roof.

2. Greatly increase the air volume of the air

conditioner or automatic climate control

system, refer to page 98 or 101.

Hot exhaust system

In all vehicles, extremely high tempera-

tures are generated in the exhaust sys-

tem. Do not remove the heat shields installed

adjacent to various sections of the exhaust sys-

tem, and never apply undercoating to them.

When driving, standing at idle and while park-

ing, 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, with the

risk of serious personal injuries and property

damage. Do not touch hot exhaust tail pipes.

Otherwise, there is a risk of burns.<

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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 sur-

face. This situation, known as hydroplaning,

means that the tire can completely lose contact

with the road surface, so that neither the car can

be steered nor the brake be properly applied.<

The risk of hydroplaning increases with declin-

ing tread depth on the tires, refer also to Mini-

mum tread depth on page 141.

Driving through water

Drive through water on the road only if it is

not deeper than 1 ft/30 cm, and then only

at walking speed at the most. Otherwise, the

vehicle's engine, the electrical systems and the

transmission may be damaged.<

Use the parking brake on inclines

On inclines, do not hold the vehicle for a

lengthy period using the clutch; use the

parking brake instead. Otherwise, greater

clutch wear will result.<

For more information about the drive-off assis-

tant, refer to page 82.

Braking safely

Your BMW is equipped with ABS as a standard

feature. Applying the brakes fully is the most

effective way of braking in situations in which

this is necessary. Since the vehicle maintains

steering responsiveness, you can still avoid

possible obstacles with a minimum of steering

effort.

Pulsation of the brake pedal, combined with

sounds from the hydraulic circuits, indicate that

ABS is in its active mode.

Driving in wet conditions

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.

Hills

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 brake pressure can lead to

high temperatures, brake wear and possibly

even brake failure.<

You can increase the engine's braking effect by

shifting down, all the way to first gear if neces-

sary. This strategy helps you avoid placing

excessive loads on the brake system. Down-

shifting in manual mode of the automatic trans-

mission, refer to page 54.

Sports automatic transmission with dou-

ble clutch: never drive with the transmis-

sion in neutral or with the engine switched off;

otherwise, there will be no engine braking

action and no power assistance to the brakes

and steering.

Manual transmission: never drive with the

clutch held down, with the transmission in neu-

tral or with the engine switched off; otherwise,

engine braking action will not be present or

there will be no power assistance to the brakes

or steering.

Never allow floor mats, carpets or any other

objects to protrude into the area around the

pedals; otherwise, pedal function could be

impaired.<

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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

rotors, while contaminants accumulate on the

brake pads. This occurs because the minimum

pressure which must be exerted by the pads

during brake applications to clean the rotors is

not reached.

Should corrosion form on the brake rotors, the

brakes will tend to respond with a pulsating

effect that even extended application will fail to

cure.

When the vehicle is parked

Condensation forms while the automatic cli-

mate control is in operation, and then exits

under the vehicle. Traces of condensed water

under the vehicle are therefore normal.

Cargo loading

To avoid loading the tires beyond their

approved carrying capacity, never over-

load the vehicle. Overloading can lead to over-

heating and increases the rate at which damage

develops inside the tires. In some situations,

this can result in sudden loss of tire pressure.<

Make sure that no liquids are spilled or

leak from their containers in the cargo

area, as this could result in damage to the vehi-

cle.<

Determining loading limit

1. Locate the following statement on your

vehicle's placard*:

The combined weight of occupants

and cargo should never exceed

XXX kg or YYY lbs. Otherwise, overloading

can result in damage to the vehicle and

unstable driving conditions.<

2. Determine the combined weight of the

driver and passengers that will be riding in

your vehicle.

3. Subtract the combined weight of the driver

and passengers from XXX kilograms or YYY

pounds.

4. The resulting figure equals the available

amount of cargo and luggage load capacity.

For example, if the YYY amount equals

1,400 lbs. and there will be five 150-lb. pas-

sengers in your vehicle, the amount of avail-

able cargo and luggage load capacity is

650 lbs:

1,400 lbs. minus 750 lbs. = 650 lbs.

5. Determine the combined weight of luggage

and cargo being loaded on the vehicle. That

weight may not safely exceed the available

cargo and luggage load capacity calculated

in step 4.

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.

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Load

The permissible load is the total of the weight of

occupants and cargo/luggage. The greater the

weight of the occupants, the less cargo/lug-

gage can be transported.

Stowing cargo

>Position heavy objects as low and as far for-

ward as possible, ideally directly behind the

respective seat backrests.

>Cover sharp edges and corners.

>For very heavy cargo when the rear seat is

not occupied, secure each safety belt in the

opposite buckle.

Coupe

Convertible

Securing cargo

Coupe

Convertible

>Secure smaller and lighter items using

retaining straps, a cargo area net* or draw

straps*.

>Heavy-duty cargo straps* for securing

larger and heavier objects are available at

your BMW center. Four lashing eyes are

provided for attaching the cargo straps.

Two are located on the cargo area

sidewalls 1, two more are on the rear cargo

area panel 2.

Please comply with the information sup-

plied with the cargo straps.

Convertible: before opening the hardtop,

fold down the cargo area partition. Make

sure the cargo area is loaded correctly; other-

wise parts of the hardtop can be damaged, refer

to page 111.<

Always position and secure the cargo as

described above, so that it cannot endan-

ger the car's occupants, for example if sudden

braking or swerving is necessary.

Never exceed either the approved gross vehicle

weight or either of the approved axle loads, refer

to page 181; otherwise, excessive loads can

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pose a safety hazard, and may also place you in

violation of traffic safety laws.

Heavy or hard objects should not be carried

loose inside the car, since they could be thrown

around, for example as a result of heavy braking,

sudden swerves, etc., and endanger the occu-

pants.

Only attach the cargo straps using the lashing

eyes shown in the illustration. Do not secure

cargo with the anchors for tether straps, refer to

page 48; otherwise, these could be damaged.<

Coupe: roof-mounted

luggage rack*

A special rack system is available as an option

for your BMW. Comply with the directions given

in the installation instructions.

Mounting points

The mounting points are located in the roof.

Loading roof-mounted luggage rack

Because roof racks raise the vehicle's center of

gravity when loaded, they have a major effect on

vehicle 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 applicable data under Weights

on page 181.

The roof load must be distributed uniformly and

should not be too large in area. Heavy items

should always be placed at the bottom. Be sure

that adequate clearance is maintained for rais-

ing the glass roof, and that objects do not

project into the opening path of the trunk lid.

Fasten 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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Mobility

This section helps you maintain your car's

mobility by supplying important information

on vital topics including fuels and lubricants,

wheels and tires, service, maintenance and

roadside assistance.

Mobility

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Refueling

Always switch off the engine before refu-

eling; otherwise, fuel cannot be added to

the tank and a message will be displayed.<

Take all precautionary measures and

observe all applicable regulations when

handling fuel. Do not carry any spare fuel con-

tainers in your vehicle. They can develop a leak

and cause an explosion or cause a fire in the

event of an accident.<

Fuel filler flap

Opening

1. Open the fuel filler flap. To do so, lightly

press the rear edge.

2. Turn the gas cap counterclockwise.

3. Place the gas cap in the bracket attached to

the fuel filler flap.

Closing

Fit the cap and turn it clockwise until you clearly

hear a click.

Do not pinch the band attached to the

cap; otherwise, the cap cannot be closed

properly and fuel vapors can escape.<

Manually releasing the fuel filler flap

In the event of a malfunction, you can release

the fuel filler flap manually:

Coupe

1. Remove the cover from the right-hand side-

wall of the cargo area.

2. Pull the knob with the fuel pump symbol.

The fuel filler flap is released.

Convertible

1. Loosen the right-hand cargo area trim panel

by turning the screws by 90°, see arrow.

2. Slightly lift the top section of the panel. It is

not necessary to remove the entire panel.

3. Pull the knob with the fuel pump symbol.

The fuel filler flap is released.

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Observe the following when refueling

When handling fuels, follow the safety

instructions provided at filling stations;

otherwise, there is a risk of personal injury or

property damage.<

When refueling, insert the filler nozzle com-

pletely into the filler pipe. Avoid lifting the filler

nozzle while filling the tank, as that would lead

>Premature pump shutoff

>Reduced efficiency of the fuel-vapor recov-

ery system.

The fuel tank is full when the filler nozzle clicks

off the first time.

Fuel tank capacity

Approx. 16.1 US gallons/61 liters, including the

reserve capacity of 2.1 US gallons/8 liters.

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.<

Fuel specifications

Gasoline engine: required fuel

Do not refuel with leaded fuel; otherwise,

the catalytic converter will be damaged.

Do not fill the tank with E85, i.e. fuel containing

85Ξ ethanol, nor with FlexFuel. Otherwise, the

engine and fuel supply system will be dam-

aged.<

Super Premium Gasoline/AKI 91

This gasoline is highly recommended.

However, you may also use gasoline with less

AKI. The minimum AKI Rating is:

>328i/xDrive: 87

>335i, 335i/xDrive: 89.

If you use gasoline with this minimum AKI Rat-

ing, the engine may produce knocking sounds

when starting at high outside temperatures.

This has no effect on the engine life.

Do not use any gasoline below the speci-

fied minimum fuel grade. Otherwise, the

engine could be damaged.<

Use high-quality brands

Field experience has indicated significant dif-

ferences in fuel quality: volatility, composition,

additives, etc., among gasolines offered for sale

in the United States and Canada. Fuels contain-

ing up to and including 10Ξ ethanol or other

oxygenates with up to 2.8Ξ oxygen by weight,

that is, 15Ξ MTBE or 3Ξ methanol plus an

equivalent amount of cosolvent, will not void the

applicable warranties with respect to defects in

materials or workmanship.

The use of poor-quality fuels may result in

drivability, starting and stalling problems

especially under certain environmental condi-

tions 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.<

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Wheels and tires

Tire inflation pressures

Information for your safety

It is not merely the tires' service life, but also

driving comfort and, to a great extent, driving

safety that depend on the condition of the tires

and the maintenance of the specified tire pres-

sure.

Check the tire inflation pressure regularly

and correct it, if necessary: 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 condi-

tion that can not only compromise your vehi-

cle's driving stability, but also lead to tire dam-

age and the risk of an accident. Do not drive

with deflated, i.e. flat tires, except when using

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 loss of

control over the vehicle.<

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 is higher.

After correcting the tire inflation pressure,

reset the Tire Pressure Monitor, refer to

page 85, or reinitialize the Flat Tire Monitor,

refer to page 83.<

Inflation pressure specifications

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 approved and tire brands recom-

mended by BMW; a list of these is available

from your BMW center.<

For correct identification of the right tire infla-

tion pressures, observe the following:

>Tire sizes for your vehicle

>Load conditions

>Maximum allowable driving speed

Tire inflation pressures for driving

up to 100 mph or 160 km/h

For normal driving up to 100 mph or 160 km/h

and to achieve optimum driving comfort, adjust

pressures to the respective tire inflation pres-

sures listed on the following pages in the col-

umns for traveling speeds up to a maximum of

100 mph or 160 km/h.

These tire inflation pressures can also be found

on the driver's side door post when the driver's

door is open.

The maximum permissible speed for

these tire pressures is 100 mph or

160 km/h. Do not exceed this speed; otherwise,

tire damage and accidents could occur.<

Tire inflation pressures for driving

above 100 mph or 160 km/h

In order to drive at maximum speeds in

excess of 100 mph or 160 km/h, adjust

pressures to the respective tire inflation pres-

sures listed on the following pages in the col-

umns for traveling speeds including those

exceeding 100 mph or 160 km/h. Otherwise,

tire damage and accidents could occur.<

Observe all national and local maximum speed

limits; otherwise, violations of the laws could

occur.

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Coupe: tire inflation pressures for the 328i

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:

205/55 R 16 91 H M+S

225/50 R 16 92 H M+S

225/45 R 17 91 H M+S

225/45 R 17 91 V

32/220 38/260 36/250 44/300

225/45 R 17 94 V M+S XL 32/220 39/270 36/250 44/300

Front: 225/45 R 17 91 V 32/220 - 36/250 -

Rear: 255/40 R 17 94 V - 35/240 - 39/270

Front: 225/40 R 18 88 W 32/220 - 36/250 -

Rear: 255/35 R 18 90 W - 39/270 - 42/290

Front: 225/35 R 19 88 Y XL 36/250 - 36/250 -

Rear: 255/30 R 19 91 Y XL - 44/300 - 44/300

With Sport Package:

205/55 R 16 91 H M+S

225/50 R 16 92 H M+S

225/45 R 17 91 H M+S

32/220 38/260 36/250 44/300

225/45 R 17 91 V 32/220 38/260 42/290 49/340

225/45 R 17 94 V M+S XL 32/220 39/270 42/290 49/340

Front: 225/45 R 17 91 V 32/220 - 42/290 -

Rear: 255/40 R 17 94 V - 35/240 - 44/300

Front: 225/40 R 18 88 W 32/220 - 39/270 -

Rear: 255/35 R 18 90 W - 39/270 - 46/320

Front: 225/35 R 19 88 Y XL 36/250 - 39/270 -

Rear: 255/30 R 19 91 Y XL - 44/300 - 46/320

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Coupe: tire inflation pressures for the 328xi

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:

205/55 R 16 91 H M+S

225/50 R 16 92 H M+S

225/45 R 17 91 H M+S

225/45 R 17 91 V

32/220 38/260 35/240 42/290

225/45 R 17 94 V M+S XL 32/220 39/270 36/250 44/300

Front: 225/45 R 17 91 V 32/220 - 33/230 -

Rear: 255/40 R 17 94 V - 33/230 - 39/270

Front: 225/40 R 18 88 W 33/230 - 36/250 -

Rear: 255/35 R 18 90 W - 38/260 - 42/290

Front: 225/35 R 19 88 Y XL 39/270 - 39/270 -

Rear: 255/30 R 19 91 Y XL - 44/300 - 44/300

With Sport Package:

205/55 R 16 91 H M+S

225/50 R 16 92 H M+S

225/45 R 17 91 H M+S

32/220 38/260 35/240 42/290

225/45 R 17 91 V 32/220 38/260 41/280 48/330

225/45 R 17 94 V M+S XL 32/220 39/270 41/280 48/330

Front: 225/45 R 17 91 V 32/220 - 41/280 -

Rear: 255/40 R 17 94 V - 33/230 - 42/290

Front: 225/40 R 18 88 W 33/230 - 39/270 -

Rear: 255/35 R 18 90 W - 38/260 - 46/320

Front: 225/35 R 19 88 Y XL 39/270 - 41/280 -

Rear: 255/30 R 19 91 Y XL - 44/300 - 46/320

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Coupe: tire inflation pressures for the 335i

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:

225/45 R 17 91 H M+S 32/220 39/270 38/260 45/310

225/45 R 17 94 V M+S XL 33/230 41/280 38/260 45/310

Front: 225/45 R 17 91 V 32/220 - 38/260 -

Rear: 255/40 R 17 94 V - 35/240 - 41/280

Front: 225/40 R 18 88 W 32/220 - 38/260 -

Rear: 255/35 R 18 90 W - 39/270 - 45/310

Front: 225/40 R 18 88 Y 32/220 - 35/240 -

Rear: 255/35 R 18 90 Y - 39/270 - 41/280

Front: 225/35 R 19 88 Y XL 38/260 - 38/260 -

Rear: 255/30 R 19 91 Y XL - 45/310 - 45/310

With Sport Package:

225/45 R 17 91 H M+S 32/220 39/270 38/260 45/310

225/45 R 17 94 V M+S XL 33/230 41/280 42/290 49/340

Front: 225/45 R 17 91 V 32/220 - 38/260 -

Rear: 255/40 R 17 94 V - 35/240 - 44/300

Front: 225/40 R 18 88 W 32/220 - 41/280 -

Rear: 255/35 R 18 90 W - 39/270 - 48/330

Front: 225/40 R 18 88 Y 32/220 - 36/250 -

Rear: 255/35 R 18 90 Y - 39/270 - 44/300

Front: 225/35 R 19 88 Y XL 38/260 - 41/280 -

Rear: 255/30 R 19 91 Y XL - 45/310 - 48/330

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Coupe: tire inflation pressures for the 335xi

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:

225/45 R 17 91 H M+S 32/220 39/270 39/270 45/310

225/45 R 17 94 V M+S XL 33/230 41/280 39/270 45/310

Front: 225/45 R 17 91 V 32/220 - 39/270 -

Rear: 255/40 R 17 94 V - 35/240 - 39/270

Front: 225/40 R 18 88 W 35/240 - 38/260 -

Rear: 255/35 R 18 90 W - 39/270 - 42/290

Front: 225/40 R 18 88 Y 35/240 - 35/240 -

Rear: 255/35 R 18 90 Y - 39/270 - 39/270

Front: 225/35 R 19 88 Y XL 39/270 - 39/270 -

Rear: 255/30 R 19 91 Y XL - 45/310 - 45/310

With Sport Package:

225/45 R 17 91 H M+S 32/220 39/270 39/270 45/310

225/45 R 17 94 V M+S XL 33/230 41/280 42/290 49/340

Front: 225/45 R 17 91 V 32/220 - 39/270 -

Rear: 255/40 R 17 94 V - 35/240 - 44/300

Front: 225/40 R 18 88 W 35/240 - 42/290 -

Rear: 255/35 R 18 90 W - 39/270 - 48/330

Front: 225/40 R 18 88 Y 35/240 - 39/270 -

Rear: 255/35 R 18 90 Y - 39/270 - 42/290

Front: 225/35 R 19 88 Y XL 39/270 - 42/290 -

Rear: 255/30 R 19 91 Y XL - 45/310 - 48/330

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Coupe: inflation pressures 335is

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

225/45 R 17 91 H M+S 32/220 39/270 38/260 45/310

225/45 R 17 94 V M+S XL 35/240 42/290 44/300 49/340

Front: 225/40 R 18 88 W 33/230 - 42/290 -

Rear: 255/35 R 18 90 W - 41/280 - 49/340

Front: 225/40 R 18 88 Y 33/230 - 38/260 -

Rear: 255/35 R 18 90 Y - 41/280 - 45/310

Front: 225/35 R 19 88 Y XL 39/270 - 42/290 -

Rear: 255/30 R 19 91 Y XL - 46/320 - 49/340

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Convertible: tire inflation pressures for the 328i

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:

205/55 R 16 91 H M+S

225/50 R 16 92 H M+S 33/230 41/280 36/250 44/300

225/45 R 17 91 H M+S 33/230 41/280 39/270 46/320

225/45 R 17 91 W 33/230 41/280 36/250 44/300

225/45 R 17 94 V M+S XL 35/240 42/290 39/270 46/320

Front: 225/45 R 17 91 V 32/220 - 36/250 -

Rear: 255/40 R 17 94 V - 36/250 - 42/290

Front: 225/40 R 18 88 W 35/240 - 38/260 -

Rear: 255/35 R 18 90 W - 42/290 - 45/310

Front: 225/40 R 18 88 Y 35/240 - 35/240 -

Rear: 255/35 R 18 90 Y - 42/290 - 42/290

Front: 225/35 R 19 88 Y XL 39/270 - 39/270 -

Rear: 255/30 R 19 91 Y XL - 46/320 - 46/320

With Sport Package:

205/55 R 16 91 H M+S

225/50 R 16 92 H M+S 33/230 41/280 36/250 44/300

225/45 R 17 91 H M+S

225/45 R 17 91 W 33/230 41/280 41/280 48/330

225/45 R 17 94 V M+S XL 35/240 42/290 42/290 49/340

Front: 225/45 R 17 91 V 32/220 - 41/280 -

Rear: 255/40 R 17 94 V - 36/250 - 45/310

Front: 225/40 R 18 88 W 35/240 - 42/290 -

Rear: 255/35 R 18 90 W - 42/290 - 49/340

Front: 225/40 R 18 88 Y 35/240 - 38/260 -

Rear: 255/35 R 18 90 Y - 42/290 - 45/310

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Front: 225/35 R 19 88 Y XL 39/270 - 42/290 -

Rear: 255/30 R 19 91 Y XL - 46/320 - 49/340

More details on the permissible load and weights can be found on page 181.

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

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Convertible: tire inflation pressures for the 335i

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:

225/45 R 17 91 H M+S 33/230 41/280 39/270 46/320

225/45 R 17 94 V M+S XL 35/240 42/290 39/270 46/320

Front: 225/45 R 17 91 V 32/220 - 36/250 -

Rear: 255/40 R 17 94 V - 36/250 - 42/290

Front: 225/40 R 18 88 W 35/240 - 38/260 -

Rear: 255/35 R 18 90 W - 42/290 - 45/310

Front: 225/40 R 18 88 Y 35/240 - 35/240 -

Rear: 255/35 R 18 90 Y - 42/290 - 42/290

Front: 225/35 R 19 88 Y XL 39/270 - 39/270 -

Rear: 255/30 R 19 91 Y XL - 46/320 - 46/320

With Sport Package:

225/45 R 17 91 H M+S 33/230 41/280 39/270 46/320

225/45 R 17 94 V M+S XL 35/240 42/290 42/290 49/340

Front: 225/45 R 17 91 V 32/220 - 41/280 -

Rear: 255/40 R 17 94 V - 36/250 - 45/310

Front: 225/40 R 18 88 W 35/240 - 42/290 -

Rear: 255/35 R 18 90 W - 42/290 - 49/340

Front: 225/40 R 18 88 Y 35/240 - 38/260 -

Rear: 255/35 R 18 90 Y - 42/290 - 45/310

Front: 225/35 R 19 88 Y XL 39/270 - 42/290 -

Rear: 255/30 R 19 91 Y XL - 46/320 - 49/340

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Convertible: inflation pressures 335is

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

225/45 R 17 91 H M+S 33/230 41/280 39/270 46/320

225/45 R 17 94 V M+S XL 35/240 42/290 42/290 49/340

Front: 225/40 R 18 88 W 35/240 - 42/290 -

Rear: 255/35 R 18 90 W - 42/290 - 49/340

Front: 225/40 R 18 88 Y 35/240 - 38/260 -

Rear: 255/35 R 18 90 Y - 42/290 - 45/310

Front: 225/35 R 19 88 Y XL 39/270 - 42/290 -

Rear: 255/30 R 19 91 Y XL - 46/320 - 49/340

More details on the permissible load and weights can be found on page 181.

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Tire identification marks

Knowledge of the labeling on the side of the tire

makes it easier to identify and choose the right

tires.

Tire size

Speed code letter

Q = up to 100 mph or 160 km/h

T = up to 118 mph or 190 km/h

H = up to 131 mph or 210 km/h

V = up to 150 mph or 240 km/h

W = up to 167 mph or 270 km/h

Y = up to 186 mph or 300 km/h

Tire Identification Number

Tires with DOT codes meet the guidelines of

the US Department of Transportation.

DOT code:

Tire age

The manufacturing date of tires is contained in

the tire coding: DOT … 1010 means that the

tire was manufactured in week 10 of 2010.

BMW recommends that you replace all tires

after 6 years at most, even if some tires may

last for 10 years.

Uniform Tire Quality Grading

Quality grades can be found where applicable

on the tire sidewall between tread shoulder and

maximum section width. For example:

Tread wear 200 Traction AA

Temperature A

DOT Quality Grades

Tread wear

Traction AA A B C

Temperature A B C

All passenger car tires must conform to

Federal Safety Requirements in addition

to these grades.<

Tread wear

The tread wear grade is a comparative rating

based on the wear rate of the tire when tested

under controlled conditions on a specified gov-

ernment test course. For example, a tire graded

150 would wear one and one-half (1γ) times as

well on the government course as a tire graded

100. The relative performance of tires depends

upon the actual conditions of their use, how-

ever, and may depart significantly from the

norm due to variations in driving habits, service

practices and differences in road characteris-

tics and climate.

Traction

The traction grades, from highest to lowest,

are AA, A, B, and C.

Those grades represent the tire's ability to stop

on wet pavement as measured under controlled

conditions on specified government test sur-

faces 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, cor-

nering, hydroplaning, or peak traction charac-

teristics.<

e.g.

Nominal width in mm

Aspect ratio in Ξ

Radial belt construction

Rim diameter in inches

Load rating,

not on ZR tires

Speed code letter, in

front of the R on ZR tires

225/45 R 1791 V

e.g.

Manufacturer's

code for tire make

Tire size and

tire design

Tire age

DOT xxxx xxx 1010

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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 Vehi-

cle 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 sep-

arately 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 142.

M+S

Winter and all-season tires.

These have better winter properties than sum-

mer tires.

Designation for 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 legisla-

tion only specifies a minimum tread depth of

0.063 in/1.6 mm. At tread depths below

0.12 in/3 mm there is an increased risk of high-

speed hydroplaning, even when only small

amounts of water are present on the road

surface.

When winter tires wear down past a tread depth

of 0.16 in/4 mm, they become perceptibly less

suitable for winter conditions. In the interest of

safety, new tires should be installed.

Wear indicators in the base of the tread groove

are distributed around the tire's circumference;

the letters TWI, for Tread Wear Indicator, on the

tire's sidewalls identify tires that incorporate

these wear indicators. Once the tire tread has

worn down to the wear indicators, the tire has

worn to a depth of 0.063 in/1.6 mm.

Wheel/tire damage

Please note that low-profile tires cause wheels,

tires and suspension parts to be more suscep-

tible to road hazard and consequential dam-

ages.

Unusual vibrations encountered during normal

vehicle operation can indicate tire failure or

some other vehicle defect. This can, for exam-

ple, be caused by driving over curbs. The same

applies to any other abnormal road behavior,

such as pulling severely to the right or left.

In these cases, reduce speed immedi-

ately and have wheels and tires thor-

oughly checked. To do so, drive carefully to the

nearest BMW center or tire shop that works

according to BMW repair procedures with cor-

respondingly trained personnel. If necessary,

have the vehicle towed there.

Otherwise, tire damage can pose a lethal hazard

to vehicle occupants and other road users.<

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Tire age

For various reasons, such as the development

of brittleness, BMW recommends tire replace-

ment after no more than 6 years, regardless of

the actual wear of the tires.

The manufacturing date of tires is contained in

the tire coding:

DOT ... 1010 means that the tire was

manufactured in week 10 of 2010.

Run-flat tires

The symbol identifying run-flat tires is a circle

with the letters RSC on the sidewall.

Run-flat tires comprise a conditionally self-sup-

porting tire and a special rim. The reinforce-

ment in the sidewalls ensures that the tire can

continue to be used subject to certain restric-

tions, even if depressurized.

For information on continuing to drive with a flat

tire, refer to Indication of a flat tire, page 84.

New wheels and tires

Have new wheels and tires installed only

by your BMW center or tire shop that

works according to BMW repair procedures

with correspondingly trained personnel. If this

work is not carried out properly, there is a dan-

ger of subsequent damage and related safety

hazards. Make sure that the new wheels are bal-

anced.<

Retreaded tires

BMW recommends that you do not use

retreaded tires, since driving safety may

be impaired. The causes for this include poten-

tially different tire casing structures and often

wide variations in tire age, which can result in

a limited service life.<

Correct wheels and tires

When mounting new tires or changing over

from summer to winter tires and vice versa,

mount run-flat tires for your own safety. In the

event of a flat, no spare wheel is available. Your

BMW center will be glad to advise you.

BMW recommends that you use only

wheel and tire combinations that BMW

has tested and approved for your particular

vehicle. Variations in factors such as manufac-

turing tolerances mean that even wheels and

tires with identical official size ratings could

actually have different dimensions, which could

lead to body contact and thus to severe acci-

dents. If non-approved wheels and tires are

used, BMW cannot evaluate their suitability,

and therefore cannot guarantee their driving

safety.<

You can inquire about the right wheel/tire com-

bination at your BMW center.

The correct combination of wheels and tires is

also necessary to ensure reliable operation of

various vehicle systems such as ABS, DSC or

FTM.

To maintain good handling and vehicle

response, use only tires of a single brand and

tread configuration. After a tire has been dam-

aged, mount the previous wheel and tire combi-

nation again as soon as possible.

Wheels with Tire Pressure Monitor

TPM electronics

When mounting new tires or changing over

from summer to winter tires, or vice versa, only

use wheels with TPM electronics; otherwise,

the Tire Pressure Monitor may not be able to

detect a puncture, refer to page 84. Your

BMW center will be glad to advise you.

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Recommended tire brands

Certain makes of tire are recommended by

BMW for each tire size. They are marked with a

clearly visible BMW designation on the sidewall

of the tire.

When properly used, these tires meet the high-

est standards in terms of safety and handling

characteristics.

Special characteristics of winter tires

BMW recommends winter tires for driving on

winter roads or at temperatures below +457/

+76. 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.

Pay attention to speed

Always comply with the speed limit for the

winter tires mounted on your car; failure

to do so could result in tire damage and acci-

dents.<

If the car is capable of speeds higher than that

permitted for the winter tires, a label stating the

maximum permitted speed for the mounted

tires must be displayed in your field of view.

Specialist tire dealers and your BMW center

can supply these labels.

Storage

Always 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 sidewall

of the tire.

Swapping wheels between axles

BMW advises against swapping wheels

between the front and rear axles, even if all tires

have the same size, as this could impair driving

characteristics. If the tires are of mixed sizes,

swapping wheels between the axles is not

permissible.

Snow chains*

Only certain fine-link snow chains have been

tested by BMW, classified as safe for use and

recommended. Consult your BMW center for

more information.

Snow chains must be mounted in pairs and on

the rear wheels only. Observe the manufac-

turer's instructions when mounting snow

chains. Do not exceed a speed of 30 mph or

50 km/h.

Do not initialize the Flat Tire Monitor if

snow chains are mounted; otherwise, the

instrument might issue an incorrect reading.

When driving with snow chains, you may find it

helpful to activate DTC temporarily, refer to

page 81.<

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Under the hood

Do not work on the car unless you pos-

sess the necessary technical knowledge.

If you are unfamiliar with the statutory guide-

lines, have any work on the vehicle performed

only by a BMW center or by a workshop that

work 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 haz-

ards.<

Hood

Releasing

Pull the lever.

Opening

In order to avoid damage, make sure that

the wiper arms are against the windshield

before you open the hood. Do not open the

engine hood before the engine has cooled

down; otherwise, injuries may result.<

Press the release handle and open the hood.

Closing

Let the hood drop from a height of approx.

10 in/25 cm. It must be clearly heard to engage.

Make sure that the closing path of the

hood is clear; otherwise, injuries may

result.

If you see any signs while driving your vehicle

that the hood is not completely closed, stop at

once and close it securely.<

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Important parts of the engine compartment

1Expansion tank for coolant, refer to

page 147

2Washer fluid filler neck for headlamp clean-

ing system and window washer system,

refer to page 62

3Jump-starting connection, refer to

page 160

4Filler neck for engine oil, refer to Adding

engine oil

Engine oil

The engine oil consumption is dependent on

driving style and driving conditions.

Checking oil level

Your car is equipped with an electronic oil-level

monitor.

For a precise measurement and display of the

oil level, it is necessary that the engine be at

operating temperature, i.e. after uninterrupted

driving for at least approx. 6.2 miles/10 km. You

can have the oil level displayed while you are

driving, or while the vehicle is at a standstill on a

level surface and the engine is running.

You can have the oil level reading displayed in

the instrument cluster.

1. Push button 1 in the turn indicator lever up

or down repeatedly until the appropriate

symbol is shown in the display, accompa-

nied by the word "OIL".

2. Press button 2 in the turn indicator lever.

The oil level is checked and the reading

displayed.

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Possible displays

1Oil level OK

2Oil level is being checked.

This can take about 3 minutes if the car is at

a standstill on a level surface, or about

5 minutes while the car is on the move.

3Oil level down to minimum:

Add engine oil as soon as possible, but no

more than 1 US quart/1 liter, refer also to

Adding engine oil on page 146.

4Oil level is too high.

Too much oil will harm the engine.

Have the vehicle checked without

delay.<

5The oil level sensor is defective.

Do not add engine oil. You can continue

your journey. Note the newly calculated dis-

tance remaining to the next oil service, refer

to page 76. Have the system checked as

soon as possible.

Adding engine oil

Do not add 1 US quart/1 liter of engine oil until

the following warning lamp lights up in the

instrument cluster, or until the oil level monitor

shows "+1qt" or "+1l".

Add oil within the next 125 miles/200 km;

otherwise, the engine could be dam-

aged.<

Keep oils, greases, etc. out of the reach of

children and comply with the relevant

warnings on the containers. Otherwise, health

hazards may result.<

Oil change

Have oil changed only at your BMW center or at

a workshop that works according to BMW

repair procedures with correspondingly trained

personnel.

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Oil types

Do not use oil additives as this could

result in engine damage.<

Specified engine oils

Your service center can advise you on which

engine oils have been approved by the manu-

facturer of your vehicle.

The engine oil quality is critical for the life of the

engine.

Approved oils can be identified by the following

specification:

Approved oils belong to the following viscosity

classes: SAE 0W-40, SAE 0W-30, SAE 5W-40

and SAE 5W-30.

Alternative oil types

If approved oils are not available, you can use

quantities of up to 1 US quart/1 liter of another

oil with the following specifications:

API SM or higher

Coolant

Do not add coolant to the cooling system

when the engine is hot. Escaping coolant

can cause burns.<

Coolant consists of half water and half additive.

Not all commercially available additives are suit-

able for your BMW. Ask your BMW center for

suitable additives.

Only use suitable additives; otherwise,

engine damage may result. Because

additives are harmful to your health, it is impor-

tant to follow the instructions on the contain-

ers.<

Comply with the appropriate environ-

mental protection regulations when dis-

posing of coolant additives.<

Checking coolant level

1. Do not open the engine hood before the

engine has cooled down.

2. Turn the cap of the expansion tank a little

counterclockwise to allow any accumulated

pressure to escape, then continue turning

to open.

3. The coolant level is correct if it is between

the maximum and minimum marks in the

filler neck, refer also to the diagram next 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 elimi-

nated as soon as possible.

Gasoline engine

Preferred: BMW Longlife-01

BMW Longlife-01 FE

Alternatively: BMW Longlife-98

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Maintenance

BMW Maintenance System

The BMW Maintenance System supports the

preservation of the traffic and operating safety

of your BMW. The objective is to optimize

efforts with respect to minimal vehicle mainte-

nance costs.

If and when you come to sell your BMW, a com-

prehensive record of servicing will prove a sig-

nificant benefit.

Condition Based Service CBS

Sensors and special algorithms take the differ-

ent 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.

In the instrument cluster, you can have the

remaining times or distances for selected main-

tenance tasks and any legally prescribed dates

displayed, refer to page 76:

>Engine oil

>Brake pads: separately for front and rear

>Brake fluid

>Vehicle check

>Legally mandated inspections depending

on local regulations

Service data in the remote control

Your vehicle continuously stores service-

requirement information in the remote control

while you are driving. Your BMW Service Advi-

sor can read out this data from the remote con-

trol unit, and propose an optimized mainte-

nance approach. Whenever you take your car in

for servicing you should therefore hand your

BMW Service Advisor the remote control unit

that you last used.

Make sure that the date in the instrument

cluster is always set correctly, refer to

page 77; otherwise, the effectiveness of Condi-

tion Based Service CBS is not assured.<

Service and Warranty Information

Booklet for US models and Warranty

and Service Guide Booklet for

Canadian models

Please consult your Service and Warranty Infor-

mation Booklet for US models and Warranty

and Service Guide Booklet for Canadian models

for additional information on service require-

ments.

BMW recommends that you have service

and repair operations performed at your

BMW center.

Take the time to ensure that these service pro-

cedures are confirmed by entries in your vehi-

cle'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.<

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Socket for Onboard

Diagnosis OBD

On the driver's side is an OBD socket for check-

ing components relevant to the composition of

the vehicle's emissions.

Emissions

The warning lamp lights up:

The vehicle is producing higher emis-

sions. The trip can be continued. Have

the car checked as soon as possible.

Canadian models display this warning

lamp.

The lamp flashes under certain conditions. This

indicates excessive misfiring in the engine. If

this happens, you should reduce your speed

and visit your nearest BMW center as soon as

possible. Severe engine misfiring can quickly

lead to serious damage of emissions-related

components, especially the catalytic converter.

The warning lamp comes on if the gas

cap is not properly tightened and the

OBD system assumes that fuel vapor

is escaping. Make sure that the gas cap is

correctly positioned and close it until it audibly

clicks.

Data memory

Your vehicle records data about the operation,

faults, and user settings. These data are stored

in the vehicle and in extract form, in the remote

control, and can be read out using suitable

devices at your BMW center. The data that are

read out are used to support service proce-

dures and repairs or to optimize and expand

vehicle functions. If you have a BMW Assist

contract, certain vehicle data can also be trans-

mitted directly from the vehicle in order to

enable the desired services.

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Care

Care products

Regular cleaning and care contributes signifi-

cantly to the value retention of your BMW.

BMW recommends cleaning and caring for your

vehicle with products that are approved by

BMW for this purpose.

Your BMW center will be happy to advise you on

the products and services available for cleaning

and caring for your BMW.

Original BMW Care Products have been

material tested, laboratory checked and

proven in the field, and offer optimal care and

protection for your vehicle.<

Do not use cleaners that contain alcohol

or solvents as these may result in dam-

age.<

Cleaning agents can contain substances

that are dangerous or hazardous to your

health. Therefore, follow the warning and safety

instructions on the packaging. When cleaning

inside the vehicle, always open the doors or

windows of the vehicle. In enclosed areas, pro-

vide for sufficient ventilation. Only use products

designed for cleaning vehicles.<

Exterior care

Washing the vehicle

Especially during the winter months,

ensure that the vehicle is washed more

frequently. Heavy soiling and road salt can lead

to vehicle damage.<

After washing the vehicle, apply the

brakes briefly to dry them; otherwise,

water can reduce braking efficiency over the

short term and the brake discs can corrode.<

Automatic car washes

Preference should be given to cloth car washes.

Do not use high-pressure car washes;

otherwise, water may drip into the vehicle

around the windows.<

Before driving into a car wash, ensure that it is

suitable for your BMW. Check the following:

>Dimensions of your vehicle, refer to

page 179.

>If necessary: fold in the exterior mirrors,

refer to page 44.

>Maximum permissible tire width.

Avoid car washes with guide rail heights

over 4 in/10 cm; otherwise, there is the

danger of damaging chassis parts.<

Preparations before driving into an automatic

car wash:

>Unscrew the rod antenna*.

>Deactivate the rain sensor* to prevent unin-

tentional wiping.

>Remove additional add-on parts, e.g. spoil-

ers or phone antennas, if they could be

damaged.

Automatic transmission

Before driving into an automatic car wash,

perform the following steps to ensure that the

vehicle can roll:

1. Insert the remote control into the ignition

lock, even with Comfort Access.

2. Move the selector lever to position N.

3. Release the parking brake.

4. Switch off the engine.

5. Leave the remote control in the ignition lock

so that the vehicle can roll.

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Sports automatic transmission with

double clutch

Before driving into an automatic car wash, per-

form the following steps to ensure that the vehi-

cle can roll:

1. Insert the remote control into the ignition

lock, even with Comfort Access.

2. Engage transmission position N.

3. Release the parking brake.

4. Switch off the engine.

5. Leave the remote control in the ignition lock

so that the vehicle can roll.

The transmission is switched into position P:

>automatically after approx. 30 minutes

>if you remove the infrared remote control

from the ignition lock

Steam jets/high-pressure washers

When using steam jets or high-pressure

washers, ensure that you maintain suffi-

cient clearance to the vehicle and do not exceed

a temperature of 1407/606.

Insufficient clearance or excessive pressure or

temperature can lead to component damage or

water penetration. Follow the operating instruc-

tions of the high-pressure washer.<

When using high-pressure washers, do

not spray against the sensors and cam-

eras, e.g. of the Park Distance Control or Rear

View Camera, for an extended period and main-

tain a distance of at least 1 ft/30 cm.<

Manual car wash

When washing the vehicle by hand, use large

quantities of water and car shampoo if neces-

sary. Clean the vehicle with a sponge or wash-

ing brush, applying light pressure only.

Before cleaning the windshield, deacti-

vate the rain sensor or switch off the igni-

tion to prevent unintentional activation of the

wipers.<

Observe local regulations pertaining to

washing vehicles by hand.<

Headlamps

Do not rub them dry and do not use abrasive or

corrosive cleaning agents.

Loosen dirt, e.g. insects, with shampoo or

insect remover and wash away with copious

quantities of water.

Thaw ice with a windshield deicer and do not

use an ice scraper.

Windows

Clean the inside and outside surfaces of the

windows and the mirrors with window cleaner.

Do not clean the mirrors with cleaners

containing quartz.<

Convertible: retractable hardtop

Proceed as you would in a normal car wash.

When you open a wet hardtop, water

drops may run into the cargo area. If nec-

essary, remove items from the cargo area

beforehand to avoid water stains or soiling.<

Paintwork care

Regular care contributes to value retention and

protects the paintwork against the long-term

effects of damaging substances.

Region-specific environmental influences can

damage the vehicle paintwork. Therefore, it is

important to adapt the frequency and scope of

car care accordingly.

Immediately remove aggressive materials such

as spilled fuel, oil, grease, brake fluid, tree sap or

bird droppings to prevent damage to the paint-

work.

Repairing paintwork damage

Immediately repair scratches or similar

damage, such as that caused by stones

hitting the vehicle, where necessary to prevent

rusting.<

BMW recommends having paintwork damage

repaired by a professional paint repair work-

shop according to BMW specifications using

original BMW paint materials.

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Preservation

A preservation treatment is necessary when

water no longer beads off the clean paintwork

surface. Only use products for paintwork pres-

ervation that contain carnauba or synthetic

waxes.

Rubber seals

Treat only with water or rubber care products.

Do not use silicon-containing care prod-

ucts on rubber seals; otherwise, noise

and damage could occur.<

Chrome parts

Carefully clean vehicle parts such as the radia-

tor grill, door handles or window frames with

copious quantities of water and a shampoo

additive, especially when roads are treated with

deicing salt. For additional treatment, use a

chrome polish.

Light-alloy wheels

For technical reasons, dust is generated during

braking that is deposited on the light-alloy

wheels. Remove the dust regularly using acid-

free rim cleaner.

Do not use aggressive, acidic, strongly

alkaline and abrasive cleaning agents or

steam jets over 1407/606; otherwise, dam-

age may occur.<

Outside sensors/cameras

Keep the sensors and cameras on the

outside of the vehicle, e.g. those for Park

Distance Control, clean and free of ice to ensure

that they remain fully functional.<

Interior care

Upholstery fabrics/cloth trims/

Alcantara fabrics

Vacuum regularly with a vacuum cleaner to

remove superficial dirt.

To remove severe spots such as stains from

beverages, use a soft sponge or lint-free

microfiber cloth and suitable interior cleaners.

Follow the instructions on the packaging.

Clean the upholstery down to the seams

using a sweeping motion. Avoid strong

rubbing.<

Opened Velcro fasteners on pants or

other articles of clothing can damage the

seat covers. Ensure that Velcro fasteners are

closed.<

Leather/leather trim

The leather used by BMW is a high quality

natural product. Slight irregularities in the

leather are a typical characteristic of natural

leather.<

Dust and road grit in the pores and folds of the

leather have an abrasive effect, leading to

increased wear and causing the leather surface

to become brittle prematurely. Therefore, fre-

quently clean the leather of dust using a cloth or

vacuum cleaner.

Clean light-colored leather more frequently as

dust and dirt are more noticeable.

Treat the leather at least once every two

months using a leather lotion as dirt and grease

will gradually attack the leather's protective

layer.

Carpet/floor mats*

The floor mats can be removed for cleaning.

When heavily soiled, clean carpets with a

microfiber cloth and water or textile cleaner.

Rub back and forth in the direction of travel; oth-

erwise, the carpet may become matted.

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Interior plastic parts

>Imitation leather surfaces

>Lamp glasses

>Display pane of instrument cluster

>Matte parts

Clean with water and solvent-free plastic

cleaner if necessary.

Fine wood parts

Clean fine wood trim and fine wood parts with

a damp cloth. Wipe dry with a soft cloth.

Safety belts

Dirty belt straps impede the reeling action and

thus have a negative impact on safety.

Do not clean chemically, as this may

destroy the webbing.<

Interior sensors/cameras

To clean interior sensors and cameras, use a

lint-free cloth moistened with glass cleaner.

Displays

To clean displays, e.g. of the radio or instrument

cluster, use a cleaning cloth for displays or a

soft, non-abrasive, lint-free cloth.

Avoid applying excessive pressure when

cleaning the displays; otherwise, damage

may occur.<

Do not use chemical or abrasive house-

hold cleaning agents. Keep all types of

fluid away from the device. Otherwise, surfaces

or electrical components may be corroded or

damaged.<

CD/DVD drives

Do not use a cleaning CD, as it may

damage parts of the drive.<

Vehicle storage

If your vehicle is to be decommissioned for

longer than three months, your BMW center or

a workshop that operates according to BMW

specifications will be glad to advise you.

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Replacing components

Onboard vehicle tool kit

Coupe

The onboard vehicle tool kit is stored in a com-

partment on the right-hand side of the cargo

area. Remove the cover.

Convertible

The onboard vehicle tool kit is stored in a pouch

under the cargo area floor panel.

Wiper blades

1. Fold out the wiper arm and hold it.

2. Press together the locking spring, arrows 1,

and fold out the wiper blade, arrow 2.

3. Take the wiper blade out of the catch mech-

anism, pulling the blade toward the front.

To avoid damage, make sure that the

wiper arms are against the windshield

before you open the engine compartment.<

Lamps and bulbs

Lamps and bulbs make an essential contribu-

tion to vehicle safety. They should, therefore,

be handled carefully. BMW recommends hav-

ing your BMW center 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 tissue, cloth or something similar, or hold

the bulb by its base.<

You can obtain a selection of replacement bulbs

at your BMW center.

Only change bulbs while they are cool to

the touch; otherwise, you could suffer

burns.<

When working on electrical systems,

always begin by switching off the con-

sumer in question; otherwise, short-circuits

could result. To avoid possible injury or equip-

ment damage when replacing bulbs, observe

any instructions provided by the bulb manufac-

turer.<

For care of the headlamps, please follow the

instructions in the chapter entitled 'Care'.

If the routine for changing a particular

bulb is not described here, please contact

your BMW center or a workshop that works

according to BMW repair procedures with

correspondingly trained personnel.<

Light-emitting diodes LED

Light-emitting diodes installed behind translu-

cent lenses serve as the light source for many of

the controls, displays, and equipment 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 light-emitting diodes.

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Do not remove the covers or expose the

eyes directly to the unfiltered light source

for several hours; otherwise, this could cause

irritation of the retina.<

Headlight lenses

In cool or humid weather, condensation may

form on the interior of outside lamps. When the

light is switched on, the condensation will dis-

appear after a short time. The headlight lenses

do not need to be replaced.

At high humidities, e.g. water droplets may form

in the lights; have these checked by your BMW

center.,

Xenon lamps

These bulbs have a very long service life and are

highly unlikely to fail. If a xenon lamp fails never-

theless, switch on the fog lamps and continue

the journey with great care, provided that local

legislation does not prohibit this.

Have any work on the xenon lamp system,

including bulb replacements, performed

only by a BMW center or a workshop that works

according to BMW repair procedures with cor-

respondingly trained personnel. Otherwise, if

such work is carried out improperly, the high

voltage in the system presents the danger of

fatal injuries.<

Access to the lamps

1. Switch off the lamps and take the remote

control out of the ignition lock.

2. Remove the upper cover from the head-

lamp. To do so, use a screwdriver to press

the catches towards the rear, see arrows,

and pull the cover forward and out.

Follow the same steps in reverse order to reat-

tach the cover.

Be careful when installing the cover; oth-

erwise, leaks could occur and cause dam-

age to the headlamp system.<

Parking lamps and roadside parking

lamps, daytime running lights*

These lamps use LED technology for operation.

If they malfunction, please contact your BMW

center.

Corner-illuminating lamp*

H3 bulb, 55 watts

1. Switch off the lamps and take the remote

control out of the ignition lock.

2. Remove the cover, refer to Access to the

lamps.

3. Push the wire bracket out of the anchor

towards the right and fold it up.

4. Disconnect the plug, change the bulb and

reconnect the plug.

5. Insert the bulb.

6. Fold the wire bracket down and engage it.

7. Reattach the cover.

Turn signals, front

These lamps use LED technology for operation.

If they malfunction, please contact your

BMW center.

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Side turn signals

W5W bulb, 5 watts

1. Press the front edge of the lamp toward the

rear with your fingertip, arrow 1 and pivot it

out, arrow 2.

2. While simultaneously lifting the retaining

tab, rotate bulb holder to the left and

remove.

3. Remove lamp and replace it.

To install, insert rear end of the lamp and press

into place at the front.

Tail lamps

Coupe: at a glance

The tail lamps are divided in two parts. One part

is in the trunk lid, the other is in the fender.

1Backup lamp

2Brake lamp

3Parking/tail lamps

4Turn signal

5Brake Force Display lamp

6Parking/tail lamps

Convertible: at a glance

The tail lamps are divided in two parts. One part

is in the trunk lid, the other is in the fender.

1Backup lamp

2Brake lamp

3Parking/tail lamps

4Turn signal

5Brake Force Display lamp

6Parking/tail lamps

Backup lamp

If these lamps malfunction, please contact your

BMW center.

Turn signal, brake, license plate,

parking, and tail lamps

These lamps use LED technology for operation.

If they malfunction, please contact your BMW

center.

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Coupe: two-stage brake light in the

trunk lid

H21W bulb, 21 watts

1. Pry out the plastic plugs in the trim of the

trunk lid using a screwdriver and remove the

trim.

2. Release the bulb holder, see arrow, and

remove.

3. Apply gentle pressure to the bulb while

turning it to the left for removal and replace-

ment.

4. Attach the bulb holder.

5. Attach trunk lid trim.

Convertible: two-stage brake light in

the trunk lid

H21W bulb, 21 watts

1. Take the warning triangle out of its holder,

refer to page 160. Unscrew the holder using

the screwdriver from the onboard vehicle

tool kit.

2. Pry out the plastic plugs in the trim of the

trunk lid using a screwdriver and remove the

trim.

3. Release the bulb holder, see arrow, and

remove.

4. Apply gentle pressure to the bulb while

turning it to the left for removal and replace-

ment.

5. Attach the bulb holder.

6. Reattach the trim of the trunk lid and the

holder for the warning triangle.

Changing wheels

Your BMW is equipped with run-flat tires as

standard. This eliminates the need to change a

wheel immediately in the event of a puncture.

For information on continuing to drive with a

damaged tire, refer to Indication of a flat tire on

page 84.

The symbol identifying run-flat tires is a circle

with the letters RSC on the sidewall, refer to

Run-flat tires, page 142.

When mounting new tires or changing over

from summer to winter tires and vice versa,

mount run-flat tires for your own safety. In the

event of a flat, no spare wheel is available. Your

BMW center will be glad to advise you. Refer

also to New wheels and tires, page 142.

The tools for changing wheels are avail-

able as optional accessories from your

BMW center.<

Jack mounting points

The jacking points are at the positions shown in

the illustration.

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Vehicle battery

Battery care

The battery is 100% maintenance-free, the

electrolyte will last for the life of the battery

when the vehicle is operated in a temperate cli-

mate. Your BMW center will be glad to advise in

all matters concerning the battery.

Battery replacing

Only use vehicle batteries that have been

approved for your vehicle by the manu-

facturer; otherwise, the vehicle could be dam-

aged and systems or functions may not be fully

available.<

After a battery replacement, have the battery

registered on the vehicle by your service center

to ensure that all comfort functions are fully

available.

Charging the battery

Only charge the battery in the vehicle via the

terminals in the engine compartment with the

engine off. Connections, refer to Jump-starting

on page 160.

Disposal

Have old batteries disposed of by your

BMW center or bring them to a recycling

center. Maintain the battery in an upright posi-

tion for transport and storage. Always secure

the battery against tipping over during trans-

port.<

Power failure

After a temporary power loss, the functioning of

some equipment may be limited and require

reinitialization. Individual settings may likewise

have been lost and will have to be programmed:

>Time and date

These values must be updated, refer to

page 77.

>Radio

Stations must be stored again, refer to the

separate Owner's Manual for Radio.

>Glass roof

It may happen that the roof can only be

raised. The system must be initialized.

Please contact your BMW center.

>Seat and mirror memory

The positions must be stored again, refer to

page 41.

>Inside rearview mirror with digital compass

The system must be calibrated, refer to

page 107.

>Active steering

The system automatically initializes itself

briefly during a trip. The system is deacti-

vated during this time, refer to page 87.

>xDrive

The system automatically initializes itself

during a trip. Indicator lamps light up during

this time. If the lamps do not go out during

the current trip, have the system checked.

Fuses

Never attempt to repair a blown fuse and

do not replace a defective fuse with a sub-

stitute of another color or amperage rating; oth-

erwise, this could lead to a circuit overload, ulti-

mately resulting in a fire in the vehicle.<

Open the cover in the glove compartment

and remove it.

Plastic tweezers are located on the

distributor box.

See the rear of the cover for information

on fuse assignment.

Spare fuses are available from your

BMW center.

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Giving and receiving assistance

Emergency Request*

Conditions for an Emergency Request:

>Full preparation package mobile phone: this

equipment makes it possible to send an

Emergency Request even if no mobile

phone is paired with the vehicle.

>BMW Assist is activated. Activating

BMW Assist, refer to separate Owner's

Manual.

>Radio readiness is on.

>The BMW Assist system is logged on to a

mobile phone network.

>The Emergency Request system is opera-

ble.

Once your service contract for BMW Assist

expires, the BMW Assist system can be deacti-

vated by a BMW center without you having to

visit a workshop. Once the BMW Assist system

has been deactivated, Emergency Requests

are not possible. The BMW Assist system can

be reactivated by a BMW center after a new

contract has been signed.

Sending an Emergency Request

1. Briefly press the cover flap to open.

2. Press the SOS button until 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.

Once the BMW Assist Response Center has

received your Emergency Request, the

BMW Assist Response Center contacts you

and takes further steps to help you. Even if you

are unable to respond, the BMW Assist

Response Center will be able to initiate further

steps to assist you under certain conditions.

If the circumstances allow this, remain in the

vehicle until the connection has been estab-

lished. You will then be able to provide a

detailed description of the situation.

Data for determining the necessary rescue

measures are transmitted to the BMW Assist

Response Center, e.g. the current position of

your vehicle, if it can be determined.

If the LED is flashing but the BMW Assist

Response Center cannot be heard over the

hands-free system, it is possible that the

hands-free system is malfunctioning. You may

still be heard by the BMW Assist Response

Center, however.

Under certain conditions, an Emergency

Request is sent automatically immediately after

a severe accident. This Automatic Collision

Notification is not affected by the button being

pressed.

For technical reasons, the Emergency

Request service cannot be guaranteed

for the most unfavorable conditions.<

Roadside Assistance

BMW Roadside Assistance is available by

phone around the clock in many countries.

You can obtain support there in the event of

abreakdown.

Phone numbers for BMW Roadside Assistance

can be found in the Contact brochure.

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First aid pouch*

Some of the articles contained in the first aid

pouch have a limited service life. Therefore,

check the expiration dates of the contents reg-

ularly and replace any items in good time, if nec-

essary.

Coupe

The first aid pouch is located on the right-hand

side of the cargo area in a storage area.

Convertible

The first aid pouch is located in a compartment

under the front passenger seat.

To open: press the button and fold the cover

down.

To close: fold the cover back up and press it into

the catch.

Warning triangle*

Coupe

The warning triangle is located on the left-hand

side of the cargo area. Press the tab to take it

out.

Convertible

The warning triangle is located in a holder in the

trunk lid. Press the tabs to take it out.

Jump-starting

If the car's own battery is flat, your BMW's

engine can be started by connecting two

jumper cables to another vehicle's battery. You

can also use the same method to help start

another vehicle. Only use jumper cables with

fully-insulated clamp handles.

Do not touch any electrically live parts

when the engine is running, or a fatal acci-

dent may occur. Carefully adhere to the follow-

ing sequence, both to prevent damage to one or

both vehicles, and to guard against possible

personal injuries.<

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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 bat-

tery.

2. Switch off the engine of the assisting vehi-

cle.

3. Switch off any consumers in both vehicles.

There must not be any contact between

the bodies of the two vehicles; otherwise,

there is a danger of shorting.<

Connecting jumper cables

Connect the jumper cables in the correct

order, so that no sparks which could

cause injury occur.<

Your BMW has a jump-starting connection in

the engine compartment which acts as the bat-

tery's positive terminal, refer also to the Engine

compartment overview on page 145. The cap is

marked with +.

1. Pull the cap of the BMW jump-starting con-

nection up to remove.

2. Attach one terminal clamp of the plus/+

jumper cable to the positive terminal of the

battery or a starting-aid terminal of the vehi-

cle providing assistance.

3. Attach the second terminal clamp of the

plus/+ jumper cable to the positive terminal

of the battery or a starting-aid terminal of

the vehicle to be started.

4. Attach one terminal clamp of the minus/–

jumper cable 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.

5. Attach the second terminal clamp of the

minus/– jumper cable to the negative termi-

nal of the battery or to the engine or body

ground of the vehicle to be started.

Starting the engine

1. Start the engine of the donor vehicle and

allow it to run for a few minutes at slightly

increased idle speed.

2. Start the engine on the other vehicle in the

usual way.

If the first start 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 above connecting sequence.

If necessary, have the battery checked and

recharged.

Never use spray fluids to start the

engine.<

Tow-starting, towing away

Observe the applicable laws and regula-

tions for tow-starting and towing vehi-

cles.<

Do not transport any passengers other

than the driver in a vehicle that is being

towed.<

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Using a tow fitting

The screw-in tow fitting must always be carried

in the car. It can be screwed in at the front or

rear of the BMW.

Coupe: it is stored in the onboard vehicle tool kit

underneath the cover on the right-hand side of

the cargo area, refer to page 154.

Convertible: it is stored in the onboard vehicle

tool kit underneath the cargo area floor, refer to

page 154.

Use only the tow fitting provided with the

vehicle and screw it all the way in. Use the

tow fitting for towing on paved roads only. Avoid

lateral loading of the tow fitting, e.g. do not lift

the vehicle by the tow fitting. Otherwise, the

tow fitting and the vehicle could be damaged.<

Access to screw thread

Release the cover panel in the bumper:

Press on the upper part of the cover panel.

Front

Rear

Being towed

Make sure that the ignition is switched on,

refer to page 50; otherwise, the low-beam

headlamps, tail lamps, turn signal indicators and

windshield wipers may be unavailable.

Power steering assistance is not available when

the engine is not running. Thus, braking and

steering will require increased effort. Active

steering is not active and it will be necessary to

turn the steering wheel further.<

Manual transmission

Gearshift lever in neutral position.

Automatic transmission

Selector lever in position N.

Changing selector lever positions, refer to

page 53.

Do not exceed a towing speed of 45 mph

or 70 km/h and a towing distance of

90 miles/150 km; otherwise, the automatic

transmission may be damaged.<

Sports automatic transmission with

double clutch

Make sure that the parking lock P is not

engaged; otherwise, the rear wheels are

immobilized.

When using the car wash function, refer to

page 151, make sure that after approx.

30 minutes, the parking lock P is automatically

engaged and thus immobilizes the rear wheels.

In the event of an electrical malfunction or if the

vehicle must be towed for more than approx.

20 minutes, unlock the parking lock manually,

refer to page 58.<

When towing, do not exceed a maximum

speed of 30 mph or 50 km/h and a maxi-

mum distance traveled of 30 miles/50 km; oth-

erwise, the transmission may be damaged.<

BMW recommends transporting the vehicle on

a tow truck with a flatbed or towing with the rear

axle raised.

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Towing methods

Do not lift the vehicle by a tow fitting or

body and chassis parts; otherwise, dam-

age may result.<

With a tow bar

The towing vehicle must not be lighter

than the towed vehicle; otherwise, it may

be impossible to maintain control.<

The tow fittings used should be on the same

side on both vehicles. Should it prove impossi-

ble to avoid mounting the tow bar at an angle,

please observe the following:

>Clearance and maneuvering capability will

be sharply limited during cornering.

>The tow bar will generate lateral forces if it is

attached offset.

Attach the tow bar to the tow fittings only,

as attaching it to other parts of the vehicle

could result in damage.<

With a 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.

Attach the tow rope to the tow fittings only, as

attaching it to other parts of the vehicle could

result in damage.<

With a tow truck: vehicle without xDrive

Manual and automatic transmission:

Sports automatic transmission with

double clutch:

Have the BMW transported with a tow truck

with a so-called lift bar, or on a flatbed.

Do not tow the vehicle with just the rear axle

raised as this may cause the steering to turn.

With a tow truck: vehicle with xDrive

Do not tow a BMW with xDrive with just

the front or rear axle raised; otherwise, the

wheels could lock up and the transfer case

could be damaged.<

Have the BMW transported on a flatbed surface

only.

Tow-starting

Avoid tow-starting the vehicle whenever possi-

ble; instead, jump-start the engine, refer to

page 160Vehicles with a catalytic converter

should only be tow-started when the engine is

cold; vehicles with an automatic transmission or

Sports automatic transmission with double

clutch cannot be tow-started at all.

1. Switch on hazard warning flashers, comply

with local regulations.

2. Switch on the ignition, refer to page 50.

3. Shift into 3rd gear.

4. Have the vehicle tow-started with the clutch

depressed and slowly release the clutch.

After the engine starts, immediately

depress the clutch completely again.

5. Stop at a suitable location, remove the tow

bar or rope and switch off the hazard warn-

ing flashers.

6. Have the vehicle checked.

With xDrive: do not activate Hill Descent

Control HDC when the vehicle is being

tow-started, page 82.<

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Indicator and warning lamps

Indicator and warning lamps can light up in a

variety of combinations and colors. See the

table for information on causes and how to

react. Note whether a lamp comes on alone or in

combination with another. Some lamps can

light up in different colors. Corresponding dis-

tinctions are made in the text.

1 2 Cause What to do

Turn signals

High beams/headlamp flasher

switched on

Fog lamps switched on

Fasten safety belts Fasten your safety belt, refer also to

page 43.

Indication in US models

Parking brake applied Release the parking brake.

Indication in Canadian models

Parking brake applied Release the parking brake.

Outside temperature warning Drive cautiously, refer also to page 71.

Lights up briefly:

Approx. 2.1 US gallons/8 liters of fuel

remain in the tank

Remains on:

Remaining operating range is no more

than 30 miles/50 km, refer to page 72

Engine refuses to start Depress the brake or clutch in order to

start the engine, refer to page 51.

Ignition switched on and driver's door

open

Switch off the ignition, refer to page 50,

or close the driver's door.

Parking lamps still on Switch off the parking lamps, refer to

page 91.

Roadside parking lamps still on Switch off the roadside parking lamps,

refer to page 93.

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Door open

Engine compartment lid open

Lights up in red:

Backrest of driver's seat or front

passenger seat not locked

Lock the backrest; otherwise, the safety

belt will not provide protection in the

event of an accident.

Lights up in yellow:

Seat backrest monitor malfunctioning Engage the seat backrest. Have it

checked by your nearest BMW center.

Lights up in red:

Roof activation system failure Roof cannot be moved. If the retract-

able hardtop does not lock, contact

your nearest BMW center.

Roof activation system malfunctioning Roof movement incomplete. Please

check if the roof is blocked, then press

or pull the switch again.

Lights up in yellow:

Roof drive overheated Roof activation temporarily limited to

closing only.

Cargo area partition not in lowermost

position

Press down the cargo area partition

until it engages on both sides.

Vehicle not level, roof activation not

possible

Move the vehicle to a level surface.

Rollover protection system

malfunctioning

Have the rollover protection system

checked by your nearest BMW center.

Trunk lid open

Gas cap is open Make sure that the gas cap is correctly

positioned and close it until it audibly

clicks. Do not jam the strap between the

gas cap and the vehicle.

Windshield washer fluid level too low Add washer fluid as soon as possible,

refer to page 62.

1 2 Cause What to do

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Lights up in red:

Service due Arrange a service appointment.

Check service requirements, refer to

page 76.

Lights up in yellow:

The engine will start the next time the

start/stop button is touched, possibly

without the brake or clutch being

depressed

Remote control malfunctioning or, in

cars with Comfort Access, not

detected

The engine cannot be started. Have the

remote control checked, if necessary.

Battery in remote control discharged Use the remote control for a longer jour-

ney or, in cars with Comfort Access,

replace the battery.

Belt tensioners and/or airbag system

failed

Have the system checked immediately.

Active steering defective You can continue your journey.

Steering characteristics are modified

and steering wheel could be off-center.

Steer carefully.

Have the system checked as soon as

possible.

Steering assistance failed Markedly different steering response.

You can continue your journey, but

moderate your speed and exercise due

caution.

Have the system checked as soon as

possible.

Lights up:

Emergency Request system has failed

or is malfunctioning

Have the system checked as soon as

possible.

Lights up in red:

Engine malfunction Stop the car and switch off the engine.

You cannot continue your journey.

Contact your BMW center.

Lights up in yellow:

Full engine power is no longer available You can continue your journey, but

moderate your speed and exercise due

caution. Have the engine checked as

soon as possible.

1 2 Cause What to do

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Indication in US models:

Warning lamp flashes:

Engine malfunction under high load.

High engine load will result in damage

to the catalytic converter

You can continue your journey, but

moderate your speed and exercise due

caution. Have the vehicle checked with-

out delay.

Warning lamp comes on:

Engine malfunction with adverse effect

on emissions

Have the car checked as soon as

possible.

Indication in Canadian models:

Warning lamp flashes:

Engine malfunction under high load.

High engine load will result in damage

to the catalytic converter

You can continue your journey, but

moderate your speed and exercise due

caution. Have the vehicle checked with-

out delay.

Warning lamp comes on:

Engine malfunction with adverse effect

on emissions

Have the car checked as soon as possi-

ble.

Lights up in red:

Engine overheating Carefully bring the car to a stop, switch

off the engine and allow it to cool down.

Do not open the hood; otherwise, there

is a risk of injury from scalding. Contact

your BMW center.

Lights up in yellow:

Engine too hot Continue driving at more moderate

speed so that the engine can cool

down. Have the engine checked with-

out delay if the situation reoccurs.

Lights up in red:

Battery is no longer being charged.

Alternator malfunction

Switch off all unnecessary electrical

consumers. Have the power supply

system checked without delay.

Lights up in yellow:

Battery charge level very low, battery

aged or not securely connected

Have the battery checked as soon as

possible.

Indication in US models

Parking brake applied

Indication in Canadian models

Parking brake applied

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Indication in US models

Lights up in red:

Brake fluid level too low Reduced braking effect, stop the car

carefully. Contact your BMW center.

Lights up in yellow:

Drive-off assistant has failed. The car

will not be held in place after the brake

is released

Have the system checked as soon

as possible.

Indication in Canadian models

Lights up in red:

Brake fluid level too low Reduced braking effect, stop the car

carefully. Contact your BMW center.

Lights up in yellow:

Drive-off assistant has failed. The car

will not be held in place after the brake

is released

Have the system checked as soon

as possible.

Indication in US models

Brake pads worn Have the condition of the brake pads

checked without delay.

Indication in Canadian models

Brake pads worn Have the condition of the brake pads

checked without delay.

Lights up in red: Have the system in question checked

without delay.

>Starter failed or The engine cannot be restarted.

>Ignition malfunctioning. Engine

restart only possible when brake is

depressed or

>Lighting system failed. Low beams/

tail lamps and brake lamps still

operational. All other lamps failed

Depress the brake to restart the engine.

Lights up in yellow:

>Control of the brake lamps failed or

>fuel supply malfunctioning

You can continue your journey, but

moderate your speed and exercise due

caution. Have the system in question

checked without delay.

Flashing:

Dynamic Stability Control DSC or

Dynamic Traction Control DTC is

controlling drive and braking forces,

refer also to page 81

1 2 Cause What to do

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Dynamic Traction Control DTC

activated, refer also to page 81

Dynamic Stability Control DSC and

Dynamic Traction Control DTC

deactivated, refer also to page 81

Driving stability limited during

acceleration and cornering.

Driving style must be readjusted.

Suspension control system failed,

refer also to page 80

Driving stability limited during

acceleration and cornering.

You can continue your journey, but

moderate your speed and exercise due

caution. Have the system checked as

soon as possible.

xDrive has failed, refer also to page 82 You can continue your journey. Drive

cautiously and think well ahead. Avoid

driving on rough tracks, full-throttle

operation and use of the transmission's

kickdown mode. Have the system

checked immediately.

xDrive and DSC have failed, refer also

to page 82

You can continue your journey. Drive

cautiously and think well ahead. Avoid

driving on rough tracks, full-throttle

operation and use of the transmission's

kickdown mode. Have the system

checked immediately.

Indication in US models

The driving stability control systems,

including ABS and the Tire Pressure

Monitor, have failed, refer also to

page 80

You can continue your journey.

Reduced braking and driving stability.

Drive at moderate speed, avoid sudden

braking if possible. Have the system

checked as soon as possible.

Indication* in Canadian models

The driving stability control systems,

including ABS and the Flat Tire Monitor

or Tire Pressure Monitor*, have failed,

refer also to page 80

You can continue your journey.

Reduced braking and driving stability.

Drive at moderate speed, avoid sudden

braking if possible. Have the system

checked as soon as possible.

Indication* in Canadian models

The driving stability control systems,

including ABS and the Flat Tire Monitor

or Tire Pressure Monitor*, have failed,

refer also to page 80

You can continue your journey.

Reduced braking and driving stability.

Drive at moderate speed, avoid sudden

braking if possible. Have the system

checked as soon as possible.

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Indication in US models

The driving stability control systems,

including ABS, xDrive and the Flat Tire

Monitor, have failed

You can continue your journey.

Reduced braking and driving stability.

Drive at moderate speed, avoid sudden

braking if possible. Avoid driving on

rough tracks, full-throttle operation and

use of the transmission's kickdown

mode. Have the system checked

immediately.

Indication* in Canadian models

The driving stability control systems,

including ABS, xDrive and the Flat Tire

Monitor, have failed

You can continue your journey.

Reduced braking and driving stability.

Drive at moderate speed, avoid sudden

braking if possible. Avoid driving on

rough tracks, full-throttle operation and

use of the transmission's kickdown

mode. Have the system checked

immediately.

Indication* in Canadian models

The driving stability control systems,

including ABS, xDrive and the Flat Tire

Monitor, have failed

You can continue your journey.

Reduced braking and driving stability.

Drive at moderate speed, avoid sudden

braking if possible. Avoid driving on

rough tracks, full-throttle operation and

use of the transmission's kickdown

mode. Have the system checked

immediately.

Indication in US models

Vehicle electronics failed You cannot continue your journey.

Contact your BMW center.

Indication* in Canadian models

Vehicle electronics failed You cannot continue your journey.

Contact your BMW center.

Indication* in Canadian models

Vehicle electronics failed You cannot continue your journey.

Contact your BMW center.

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Vehicles with Flat Tire Monitor*

Light up in yellow and red:

>Tire is deflated Carefully bring the car to a stop.

Comply with the additional information

starting on page 83.

>Flat Tire Monitor not initialized Initialize Flat Tire Monitor, refer to

page 83.

Light up in yellow:

Flat Tire Monitor failed. Punctures are

not indicated

Have the system checked.

Vehicles with Tire Pressure Monitor*

Light up in yellow and red:

There is a flat tire or substantial loss of

tire pressure

Carefully bring the car to a stop.

Comply with the additional information

starting on page 84.

Vehicles with Tire Pressure Monitor*

Light up in yellow:

Tire Pressure Monitor not initialized Check the inflation pressure and reset

the system, refer to page 85

The small lamp flashes in yellow and

then lights up continuously; the larger

lamp comes on in yellow:

>Tire Pressure Monitor has failed.

Punctures are not indicated

Have the system checked.

>A wheel without TPM electronics

has been mounted

Have the system checked.

>Interference from systems or

devices that use the same radio fre-

quency. The system automatically

reactivates once it is outside of the

field of interference

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172

Lights up in red:

>Transmission limp-home program

active with restricted range of

gears, possibly with reduced accel-

eration.

You can continue your journey, but

moderate your speed and exercise due

caution. Have the system checked

without delay.

Gears can be engaged without

depressing the brake

Always depress the brake to engage a

gear.

Lights up in yellow:

>Transmission limp-home program

active with restricted range of gears

You can continue your journey, but

moderate your speed and exercise due

caution. Have the system checked

without delay.

>Automatic selector lever locked:

Selector lever locked in position P

with engine running or ignition

switched on and brake depressed

Overriding selector lever lock, refer to

page 55.

>Transmission position P malfunc-

tioning:

Selector lever locked in position P

with engine running or ignition

switched on and brake depressed

Release parking lock, refer to page 58.

Have the system checked as soon as

possible.

>Brake signal malfunctioning: gear

can be engaged without depress-

ing the brake

To engage a gear while the vehicle is at

a standstill, always step on the brake.

Before leaving the vehicle, engage P

and switch off the engine.

Lights up in red:

Transmission overheating Bring the car to a stop and engage P.

Allow the transmission to cool down.

You can continue your journey, but

moderate your speed and exercise due

caution. Have the system checked if the

situation reoccurs.

Lights up in yellow:

Transmission too hot Avoid high engine loads. You can con-

tinue your journey, but moderate your

speed and exercise due caution.

P is not engaged. Vehicle not pre-

vented from rolling

Selector lever position P not engaged.

Ignition cannot be switched off

Engage selector lever position P when

you wish to switch off the ignition, refer

to page 50.

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Selector lever malfunctioning You can continue your journey. Shift

again if necessary. Have the system

checked if the situation reoccurs.

Brake signal malfunctioning: gear can

be engaged without depressing the

brake

To engage a gear while the vehicle is at

a standstill, always step on the brake.

Switch off the engine before leaving the

vehicle. Have the system checked as

soon as possible.

Pinch protection system of the power

windows malfunctioning

Have the system checked.

Pinch protection system of the electric

glass roof malfunctioning

Have the system checked.

Cruise control deactivated:

>Driving stability control systems are

active or

>parking brake is applied or

>the vehicle has not achieved a

speed of 20 mph or 30 km/h or

>engaged gear not suitable for the

speed being driven

Cruise control system failed You can continue your journey.

Have the system checked.

Active cruise control deactivated:

>Driving stability control systems are

active or

>parking brake is applied or

>the vehicle has not achieved a

speed of 20 mph or 30 km/h or

>engaged gear not suitable for the

speed being driven or

Keep a safe distance.

>Radar sensor dirty Clean the radar sensor, refer to

page 68.

Active cruise control failed Keep a safe distance.

Have the system checked.

Park Distance Control failed Have the system checked.

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Indicator and warning lamps

174

>High-beam assistant inactive Clean the sensor field on the front of

the interior rearview mirror, refer to

page 94.

>High-beam assistant malfunction-

ing

Have the system checked by your near-

est BMW center.

>Sensitivity of the high-beam assis-

tant has been changed

There is a risk that oncoming traffic may

be blinded. Have the system checked

by your nearest BMW center.

Bulb of exterior lighting system failed Have the exterior lighting checked as

soon as possible.

Low-beam headlamp or fog lamp failed Have the low beams checked as soon

as possible.

High-beam headlamp failed Have the high-beam headlamps

checked.

Adaptive light control failed

Coolant level too low Add coolant immediately, refer to

page 147.

Engine oil pressure too low Stop immediately and switch off the

engine. You cannot continue your jour-

ney. Contact your BMW center.

Engine oil level too low Add engine oil immediately; refer to

page 145 for more information.

Lights up in red:

Service appointment overdue Arrange a service appointment.

Check service requirements, refer to

page 76.

Lights up in yellow:

Service due Arrange a service appointment.

Check service requirements, refer to

page 76.

No service due Check service requirements, refer to

page 76.

Time and date no longer correct Set the time and date, refer to page 77.

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Reference

This chapter contains technical data

and an index that will help you

find information most quickly.

Reference

Technical data

178

Technical data

Engine data

Coupe

Convertible

328i/xDrive 335i/xDrive 335is

Displacement cu in/cmμ182.8/2,996 181.8/2,979 181.8/2,979

Number of cylinders 6 6 6

Maximum power output hp 230 300 335

at engine speed rpm 6,500 5,800 5,900

Maximum torque lb ft/Nm 200/270 300/407 332/450

at engine speed rpm 2,750 1,400-5,000 1,500

328i 335i 335is

Displacement cu in/cmμ182.8/2,996 181.8/2,979 181.8/2,979

Number of cylinders 6 6 6

Maximum power output hp 230 300 335

at engine speed rpm 6,500 5,800 5,900

Maximum torque lb ft/Nm 200/270 300/407 332/450

at engine speed rpm 2,750 1,400-5,000 1,500

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Dimensions

Coupe

All dimensions given in inches/mm.

Smallest turning circle dia.: 36.1 ft/11.0 m, with xDrive: 38.7 ft/11.8 m.

335i, 335i xDrive, 335is: height approx. 54.1 in/1,375 mm

Technical data

180

Convertible

All dimensions given in inches/mm.

Smallest turning circle dia.: 36.1 ft/11.0 m.

335is height approx. 54.0 in/1,370 mm

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Weights

Coupe

328i 328i

xDrive

335i 335i

xDrive

Approved gross weight

>with manual transmission lbs/kg 4,288/1,945 4,508/2,045 4,486/2,035 4,663/2,115

>with automatic transmission lbs/kg 4,354/1,975 4,552/2,065 4,508/2,045 4,685/2,125

Load lbs/kg 882/400 882/400 882/400 882/400

Approved front axle load lbs/kg 2,061/935 2,227/1,010 2,172/985 2,326/1,055

Approved rear axle load lbs/kg 2,425/1,100 2,447/1,110 2,469/1,120 2,513/1,140

Approved roof load capacity lbs/kg 165/75 165/75 165/75 165/75

Cargo area capacity cu ft/

liters

15.5/440 15.5/440 15.2/430 15.2/430

335is

Approved gross weight

>with manual transmission lbs/kg 4,497/2,040

>Sports automatic transmis-

sion with double clutch

lbs/kg 4,519/2,050

Load lbs/kg 882/400

Approved front axle load lbs/kg 2,183/990

Approved rear axle load lbs/kg 2,513/1,140

Approved roof load capacity lbs/kg 165/75

Cargo area capacity cu ft/

liters

15.2/430

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Convertible

Capacities

328i 335i 335is

Approved gross weight

>with manual transmission lbs/kg 4,707/2,135 4,817/2,185 4,839/2,195

>with automatic transmission lbs/kg 4,773/2,165 4,839/2,195 –

>Sports automatic transmis-

sion with double clutch

lbs/kg – – 4,872/2,210

Load lbs/kg 838/380 838/380 838/380

Approved front axle load lbs/kg 2,138/970 2,205/1,000 2,227/1,010

Approved rear axle load lbs/kg 2,646/1,200 2,646/1,200 2,646/1,200

Approved roof load capacity lbs/kg – – –

Cargo area capacity cu ft/

liters

7.4-12.4/

210-350

7.4-12.4/

210-350

7.4-12.4/

210-350

Notes

Fuel tank US gal/liters approx. 16.1/61 Fuel grade: page 129

including reserve of US gal/liters approx. 2.1/8.0

Window washer system For more details: page 62

including headlamp washers US qt/liters approx. 6.3/6.0

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Everything from A to Z

184

Everything from A to Z

Index

ABS Antilock Brake

System 80

ACC, refer to Active cruise

control 64

Acceleration assistant, refer to

Launch Control 59

Accident, refer to Sending an

Emergency Request 159

Activated-charcoal filter for

automatic climate

control 103

Active Cruise Control

– indicator lamp 67

– malfunction 68

– selecting distance 66

– sensor 68

Active cruise control 64

Active steering 87

Adaptive brake light

– Brake Force Display 87

Adaptive light control 93

Additives

– coolant 147

Adjusting temperature inside

the car, refer to Air

conditioner 98

Adjusting temperature inside

the car, refer to Automatic

climate control 100

Adjusting the thigh support 37

Airbags 88

– indicator/warning lamp 89

– sitting safely 36

Air conditioner 97

Air conditioning mode

– air conditioner 98

– automatic climate

control 100

– ventilation 99,102

Air distribution

– automatic 101

– individual 98

– manual 98

Airing, refer to

Ventilation 99,102

Air outlets, refer to Air

vents 97

Air pressure, refer to Tire

inflation pressure 130

Air recirculation, refer to

Recirculated-air

mode 98,101

Air supply

– air conditioner 98

– automatic climate

control 100

– ventilation 99,102

Air vents 97

Air volume 98,101

AKI, refer to Fuel

specifications 129

Alarm system 26

– avoiding unintentional

alarms 27

– interior motion sensor 27

– switching off an alarm 26

– tilt alarm sensor 26

ALL program 102

All-season tires, refer to

Winter tires 143

All-wheel drive, refer to

xDrive 81

Ambient air, refer to

Recirculated-air

mode 98,101

Antifreeze

– coolant 147

– washer fluid 62

Antilock Brake System

ABS 80

Anti-theft alarm system, refer

to Alarm system 26

Anti-theft system 19

Approved axle loads, refer to

Weights 181

Approved gross vehicle

weight, refer to Weights 181

Armrest, refer to Center

armrest 108

Ashtray 110

Assist systems, refer to

Driving stability control 80

AUC Automatic recirculated-

air control 101

Audio device, external 108

Automatic

– air distribution 101

– air volume 101

– cruise control 62,64

– headlamp control 91

Automatic car washes 150

Automatic climate control 97

Automatic curb monitor 45

Automatic high beams and

low beams, refer to High-

beam assistant 94

Automatic recirculated-air

control AUC 101

Automatic transmission with

Steptronic 53

– interlock 53

– overriding selector lever

lock 55

– shiftlock, refer to Changing

selector lever position 53

– sport program 54

– towing 161

– tow-starting 161

AUTO program for automatic

climate control 101

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AUX-IN

– port 108

Average fuel consumption 73

– setting the units 75

Average speed 73

Avoiding unintentional

alarms 27

Axle loads, refer to

Weights 181

Backrest contour, refer to

Lumbar support 38

Backrests, refer to Seat

adjustment 37

Backrest width adjustment 38

Back seats

– refer to Rear seats 40

Bag holder 112

Band-aids, refer to First aid

pouch 160

Bar, refer to Towing

methods 163

Base plate for telephone or

mobile phone

– refer to Snap-in adapter in

the center armrest storage

compartment 108

Battery 158

– charging 158

– disposal 29,158

– jump-starting 160

– remote control 18

– replacing 158

– temporary power failure 158

Battery renewal

– remote control 29

– remote control for vehicle 29

Being towed 162

Belt hand-over 43

– pinch protection system 44

Belts, refer to Safety belts 43

Belt tensioner, refer to Safety

belts 43

Beverage holders, refer to

Cupholders 109

Black ice, refer to Outside

temperature warning 71

Blinds, refer to Roller sun

blinds 107

Blower, refer to Air

volume 98,101

Bluetooth, refer to separate

Owner's Manual

BMW

– car shampoo 153

BMW Homepage 4

BMW Maintenance

System 148

BMW webpage 4

Bottle holders, refer to

Cupholders 109

Brake Assist, refer to Dynamic

Brake Control DBC 80

Brake fluid, refer to Service

requirements 76

Brake Force Display 87

Brake lamps

– Brake Force Display 87

Brake pads 120

– breaking in 120

Brake rotors 123

– brakes 120

– breaking in 120

Brakes

– ABS 80

– BMW Maintenance

System 148

– Brake Force Display 87

– breaking in 120

– parking brake 52

– service requirements 76

Brakes, refer to Braking

safely 122

Brake system 120

– BMW Maintenance

System 148

– breaking in 120

– disc brakes 123

Breakdown services, refer to

Roadside Assistance 159

Breaking in the clutch 120

Breaking in the differential,

refer to Engine and

differential 120

Break-in period 120

Bulb changing, refer to Lamps

and bulbs 154

Button for starting the engine,

refer to Start/stop button 50

Buttons on the steering

wheel 11

California Proposition 65

warning 6

Calling, refer to Telephone

owner's manual

Can holders, refer to

Cupholders 109

Capacities 182

Capacity of the cargo area 181

Car battery, refer to Vehicle

battery 158

Car care, refer to Care 150

Care 150

– automatic car washes 150

– care products 150

– carpets 152

– CD/DVD drives 153

– chrome parts 152

– displays 153

– exterior 150

– fine wood parts 153

– headlamps 151

– high-pressure washer 151

– interior 152

– leather 152

– light-alloy wheels 152

– paintwork 151

– plastic parts 153

– retractable hardtop 151

– rubber seals 152

– safety belts 153

– sensors and cameras 153

– upholstery and cloth

trim 152

– washing the car

manually 151

– windows 151

Cargo, securing 124

Everything from A to Z

186

Cargo area

– capacity 181

– Comfort Access 28

– folding up the floor

panel 113

– lamp, refer to Interior

lamps 95

– opening from inside 24

– opening from outside 25

Cargo loading 123

– securing cargo 124

– stowing cargo 124

– vehicle 123

Car jack

– jacking points 157

Car key, refer to Integrated

key/remote control 18

Car phone

– installation location, refer to

Center armrest 108

– refer to separate Owner's

Manual

Car shampoo 153

Catalytic converter, refer to

Hot exhaust system 121

Center armrest 108

Center brake lamp

– replacing bulb 156

Center console, refer to

Around the center

console 14

Central locking

– from inside 23

– from outside 19

Central locking system 19

– Comfort Access 27

– hotel function 25

– setting unlocking

characteristics 20

Changes, technical, refer to

For your own safety 5

Changing bulbs, refer to

Lamps and bulbs 154

Changing gears 57

Changing wheels 157

Chassis number, refer to

Engine compartment 145

Check Control 77

Child restraint fixing system

LATCH 48

Child restraint systems 47

Child seats, refer to

Transporting children

safely 47

Chrome parts 153

Chrome polish 153

Cigarette lighter, refer to

Lighter 110

Cleaning headlamps 61

– washer fluid 62

Cleaning your BMW, refer to

Care 150

Climate control

– automatic air

distribution 101

Clock 71

– 12h/24h format 75

– setting time 77

Closing

– from inside 23

– from outside 19

Clothes hooks 109

Cockpit 10

Cold start, refer to Starting the

engine 51

Comfort Access 27

– replacing the battery 29

Comfort access, refer to

Comfort Access 27

Comfort area, refer to Around

the center console 14

Compartment for remote

control, refer to Ignition

lock 50

Compass 106

Computer 72

Condensation, refer to When

the vehicle is parked 123

Condition Based Service

CBS 148

Configuring settings, refer to

Personal Profile 18

Confirmation signals for

locking/unlocking the

vehicle 21

Connecting vacuum cleaner,

refer to Connecting

electrical appliances 110

Consumption, refer to

Average fuel

consumption 73

Controls and displays 10

Convenient loading in

Convertible 21

Convenient operation

– glass roof 20

– glass roof with Comfort

Access 28

– retractable hardtop 20

– windows 20

– windows with Comfort

Access 28

Convertible

– bag holder 112

– convenient loading 21

– enlarging cargo area 111

– folding down rear

backrest 112

– retractable hardtop 32

– rollover protection

system 90

Coolant 147

– checking level 147

Coolant temperature 72

Cooling, maximum 101

Cooling fluid, refer to

Coolant 147

Cooling system, refer to

Coolant 147

Corner-illuminating lamps

– replacing bulbs 155

Corner-illuminating lamps,

refer to Adaptive light

control 93

Cornering lamps, refer to

Adaptive light control 93

Correct tires 142

Courtesy lamps, refer to

Interior lamps 95

Cruise control 62

– active 64

– malfunction 64

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Cruise control, refer to Active

cruise control 64

Cruising range 73

Cupholders 109

Curb weight, refer to

Weights 181

Dashboard, refer to

Cockpit 10

Dashboard, refer to

instrument cluster 12

Dashboard lighting, refer to

Instrument lighting 95

Data, technical 178

– capacities 182

– dimensions 179

– engine 178

– weights 181

Data memory 149

Date

– setting 77

Daytime running lights 92

– replacing bulbs 155

DBC Dynamic Brake

Control 80

Deactivating front passenger

airbags 88

Deadlocking, refer to

Locking 20

Defect

– door lock 23

– fuel filler flap 128

– glass roof 31

Defogging windows 99

Defrost, windows 99

Defrosting windows and

removing condensation

– air conditioner 99

Defrosting windshield, refer to

Defrosting windows 99

Defrost position, refer to

Defrosting windows 99

Digital clock 71

Digital compass 106

Dimensions 179

Directional indicators, refer to

Turn signals 60

Displacement, refer to Engine

data 178

Display lighting, refer to

Instrument lighting 95

Displays, refer to Instrument

cluster 12

Displays and controls 10

Disposal

– coolant 147

– remote control battery 29

– vehicle battery 158

Distance remaining to service,

refer to Service

requirements 76

Distance warning, refer to

Park Distance Control

PDC 79

Door key, refer to Remote

control with integrated

key 18

Door lock 23

Doors, emergency

operation 23

DOT Quality Grades 140

Draft-free ventilation 99,102

Drinks holders, refer to

Cupholders 109

Drive mode 56

Drive-off assistance, refer to

Dynamic Stability Control

DSC 80

Drive-off assistant 82

Driving dynamics control 58

Driving lamps, refer to Parking

lamps/low beams 91

Driving notes 120

Driving off on hills, refer to

Drive-off assistant 82

Driving stability control

systems 80

Driving through water 122

Driving tips, refer to Driving

notes 120

Dry air, refer to Cooling

function 102

DSC Dynamic Stability

Control 80

DTC Dynamic Traction

Control 81

– indicator/warning lamp 81

Dynamic Brake Control

DBC 80

Dynamic Stability Control

DSC 80

– indicator/warning lamp 81

Dynamic Traction Control

DTC

– indicator/warning lamp 81

EBV Electronic brake-force

distribution 80

Electrical defect

– 7-gear Sports automatic

transmission with double

clutch 58

Electrical malfunction

– door lock 23

– driver's door 23

– fuel filler flap 128

– glass roof 31

Electric seat adjustment 38

Electric steering wheel lock

– with Comfort Access 28

Electronic brake-force

distribution EBV 80

Electronic oil level check 145

Electronic Stability Program

ESP, refer to Dynamic

Stability Control DSC 80

Emergency actuation,

automatic transmission,

refer to Overriding selector

lever lock 55

Emergency operation

– fuel filler flap, manual

release 128

Emergency operation, refer to

Closing manually

– glass roof 31

Emergency operation, refer to

Manual operation

– door lock 23

Emergency release

– trunk lid from inside 25

Everything from A to Z

188

Emergency Request 159

Emergency services, refer to

Roadside Assistance 159

Energy, saving

– saving fuel 120

Engine

– breaking in 120

– data 178

– overheated, refer to Coolant

temperature 72

– speed 178

– starting 51

– starting, Comfort Access 27

– switching off 51

Engine compartment 145

Engine coolant, refer to

Coolant 147

Engine oil

– adding 146

– alternative oil types 147

– BMW Maintenance

System 148

– capacity 182

– checking level 145

– intervals between changes,

refer to Service

requirements 76

Engine output, refer to Engine

data 178

Engine speed, refer to Engine

data 178

Engine starting, refer to

Starting the engine 51

Entry lamps, refer to Interior

lamps 95

Error messages, refer to

Check Control 77

ESP Electronic Stability

Program, refer to Dynamic

Stability Control DSC 80

Exhaust system, refer to Hot

exhaust system 121

Exterior mirrors 44

– adjusting 44

– automatic dimming

feature 45

– automatic heating 44

– folding in and out 44

External audio device 108

Eyes

– for tow-starting and towing

away 162

– for tying down loads 124

Failure messages, refer to

Check Control 77

Failure of an electrical

consumer 158

False alarm

– avoiding unintentional

alarm 27

– switching off an alarm 26

Fastening safety belts, refer to

Safety belts 43

Filter

– refer to Microfilter/activated-

charcoal filter for automatic

climate control 103

– refer to Microfilter for air

conditioner 99

First aid pouch 160

Fixture for remote control,

refer to Ignition lock 50

Flash when locking/

unlocking 21

Flat tire

– run-flat tires 142

– Tire Pressure Monitor

TPM 84

Flat Tire Monitor FTM 83

– indicating a flat tire 84

– indicator/warning lamp 84

– initializing the system 83

– snow chains 83,143

– system limits 83

Flat tires, refer to Tire

condition 141

Fluid reservoir, refer to

Washer fluid reservoir 62

Fog lamps 95

– indicator lamp 95,164

Folding up the floor panel 113

Footbrake, refer to Braking

safely 122

Footwell lamps, refer to

Interior lamps 95

For your own safety 5

Four-wheel drive, refer to

xDrive 81

Front airbags 88

FTM, refer to Flat Tire

Monitor 83

Fuel 129

– average consumption 73

– gauge 72

– high-quality brands 129

– quality 129

– specifications 129

– tank contents, refer to

Capacities 182

Fuel clock, refer to Fuel

gauge 72

Fuel consumption indicator

– average fuel

consumption 73

Fuel display, refer to Fuel

gauge 72

Fuel filler flap 128

– releasing in the event of

electrical malfunction 128

Fuses 158

Garage door opener, refer to

Integrated universal remote

control 104

Gasoline

– refer to Average

consumption 73

Gasoline, refer to Required

fuel 129

Gasoline display, refer to Fuel

gauge 72

Gear indicator, automatic

transmission with

Steptronic 53

Gear indicator, refer to

Displays in the instrument

cluster 55

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Gearshift lever 55

– automatic transmission with

Steptronic 53

– manual transmission 52

Gearshifts

– automatic transmission with

Steptronic 53

– manual transmission 52

General driving notes 121

Glass roof, electric 30

– closing after electrical

malfunction 31

– convenient operation 20,23

– initializing 31

– opening, closing 31

– operation with Comfort

Access 28

– pinch protection system 31

– power failure 31

– raising 30

– remote control 20

Glove compartment 107

Grills, refer to Air vents 97

Gross vehicle weight, refer to

Weights 181

Handbrake, refer to Parking

brake 52

Hands-free system 14

Hazard warning flashers 14

HDC Hill Descent Control 82

Head airbags 88

Headlamp control,

automatic 91

Headlamp flasher 60

– indicator lamp 11,14,164

Head restraints 39

– rear, removing 40

– sitting safely 36

Heated

– mirrors 44

– rear window 99,102

– seats 41

– steering wheel 46

Heating 97

– mirrors 44

– rear window 99,102

– seats 41

– steering wheel 46

Heating and ventilation, refer

to Climate 97

Heavy loads, refer to Stowing

cargo 124

Height, refer to

Dimensions 179

Height adjustment

– seats 37

– steering wheel 46

High-beam assistant 94

High beams 93

– headlamp flasher 93

– indicator lamp 164

High beams and low beams,

automatic, refer to High-

beam assistant 94

High-pressure

washer 150,151

High water, refer to Driving

through water 122

Hill Descent Control HDC 82

Hills 122

Holders for cups 109

Homepage BMW 4

Hood 144

Hooks for shopping bags 113

Horn 10,11

Hotel function, refer to

Locking or unlocking

separately 25

Hot exhaust system 121

Hydraulic brake assist, refer to

Dynamic Brake Control 80

Hydroplaning 122

Ice warning, refer to Outside

temperature warning 71

Identification marks

– run-flat tires 142

– tire coding 140

Ignition 50

– switched off 51

– switched on 50

Ignition key, refer to Remote

control with integrated

key 18

Ignition key position 1, refer to

Radio readiness 50

Ignition key position 2, refer to

Ignition on 50

Ignition lock 50

Imprint 2

Indicator and warning

lamps 13

– Tire Pressure Monitor

TPM 85

Indicator and warning lamps,

overview 164

Individual air distribution 98

Inflation pressure, refer to Tire

inflation pressure 130

Inflation pressure monitoring,

refer to Tire Pressure

Monitor TPM 84

Initializing

– after power failure 158

– compass, refer to

Calibrating 107

– Flat Tire Monitor FTM 83

– glass roof 31

Installation location

– telephone 108

Instrument cluster 12

Instrument combination, refer

to Instrument cluster 12

Instrument lighting 95

Instrument panel, refer to

Cockpit 10

Integrated key 18

Integrated universal remote

control 104

Interior lamps 95

– remote control 20

Interior motion sensor 27

Interior rearview mirror 45

– automatic dimming

feature 45

– compass 106

Everything from A to Z

190

Interlock, refer to Disengaging

the remote control 53

Intermittent mode of the

wipers 61

Jacking points 157

Jumpering, refer to Jump-

starting 160

Jump-starting 160

Key, refer to Integrated key/

remote control 18

Keyless go, refer to Comfort

Access 27

Keyless opening and closing,

refer to Comfort Access 27

Key Memory, refer to Personal

Profile 18

Kickdown 53

– automatic transmission with

Steptronic 53

Knock control 129

Lamps

– automatic headlamp

control 91

– parking lamps/low beams 91

Lamps and bulbs, replacing

bulbs 154

Lap-and-shoulder belt, refer

to Safety belts 43

Lashing eyes, refer to

Securing cargo 124

LATCH child restraint fixing

system 48

Launch Control 59

Leather care 152

LED Light-emitting

diodes 154

Length, refer to

Dimensions 179

License plate lamp, replacing

bulb 156

Light

– high-beam assistant 94

Light-alloy wheels 152

Light-emitting diodes

LED 154

Lighter 110

– connecting electrical

appliances 110

Lighting

– instruments 95

– lamps and bulbs 154

– vehicle, refer to Lamps 91

Light switch 91

Load 124

Load securing equipment,

refer to Securing cargo 124

Lock buttons, doors, refer to

Locking 24

Locking

– adjusting confirmation

signal 21

– from inside 24

– from outside 20

– without remote control, refer

to Comfort Access 27

Locking and unlocking doors

– confirmation signals 21

– from inside 23

– from outside 19

Low beam control, refer to

High-beam assistant 94

Low-beam headlamps 91

– automatic 91

– indicator lamp, defective

bulb 174

Lower back support, refer to

Lumbar support 38

Luggage rack, refer to Roof-

mounted luggage rack 125

Lumbar support 38

M+S tires, refer to Winter

tires 143

Maintenance, refer to Service

Booklet

Maintenance system 148

Malfunction

– automatic transmission with

Steptronic 55

– tires 84

Malfunction warnings, refer to

Check Control 77

Manual air distribution 98

Manual car wash 151

Manually unlocking parking

lock 58

Manual mode, automatic

transmission with

Steptronic 54

Manual operation

– door lock 23

– driver's door 23

– fuel filler flap 128

– glass roof 31

– parking lock 58

– parking lock, automatic

transmission 55

Manual transmission 52

Master key, refer to Remote

control with integrated

key 18

Maximum cooling 101

Maximum speed

– with winter tires 143

Measurements, refer to

Dimensions 179

Memory, refer to Seat and

mirror memory 41

Microfilter

– BMW Maintenance

System 148

– for air conditioner 99

– for automatic climate

control 103

Reference At a glanceControlsDriving tipsMobility

191

Microfilter/activated-charcoal

filter

– BMW Maintenance

System 148

Microphone

– telephone 14

Mirror dimming feature 45

Mirrors 44

– automatic curb monitor 45

– exterior mirrors 44

– heating 44

– interior rearview mirror 45

– memory, refer to Seat and

mirror memory 41

Mirrors, folding in before

entering a car wash 44

Mobile phone

– installation location, refer to

Center armrest 108

– refer to separate Owner's

Manual

Mobile phone, installation

location, refer to Center

armrest 108

Mobile phone, refer to the

separate Owner's Manual

Modifications, technical, refer

to For your own safety 5

Monitoring system for tire

pressures, refer to Flat Tire

Monitor 83

Multifunctional steering

wheel, refer to Buttons on

the steering wheel 11

Multifunction switch

– refer to Turn signals/

headlamp flasher 60

– refer to Wiper system 61

Neck support, refer to Head

restraints 39

Nets, refer to Storage

compartments 108

Neutral 56

New tires 142

Next Service indicator, refer to

Condition Based Service

CBS 148

Number of cylinders, refer to

Engine data 178

Nylon rope, refer to Tow

rope 163

OBD socket, refer to Socket

for Onboard Diagnosis 149

Octane ratings, refer to Fuel

specifications 129

Odometer 71

Oil, refer to Engine oil 145

Oil consumption 145

Oil level 145

Old batteries, refer to

Disposal 158

Onboard vehicle tool kit 154

Opening and closing

– Comfort Access 27

– from inside 23

– from outside 19

– using the door lock 23

– using the remote control 19

Outlets

– refer to Ventilation 99,102

Outlets, refer to Air vents 97

Output, refer to Engine

data 178

Outside-air mode

– automatic climate

control 101

Outside temperature

display 71

– changing unit of measure 75

– in computer 75

Outside temperature

warning 71

Overheated engine, refer to

Coolant temperature 72

Overriding selector lever

lock 55

Paintwork care 151

Park assistant, refer to Park

Distance Control 79

Park Distance Control PDC 79

Parking

– vehicle 51

Parking aid, refer to Park

Distance Control PDC 79

Parking brake 52

– indicator lamp 52

Parking lamps 91

– replacing bulbs 155

Parking lamps/low beams 91

Passenger side mirror tilt

function 45

Pathway lighting 91

Personal Profile 18

Pinch protection system

– glass roof, electric 31

– windows 30

Polish 153

Pollen

– refer to Microfilter/activated-

charcoal filter for automatic

climate control 103

– refer to Microfilter for air

conditioner 99

Power failure 158

Power windows 29

Power windows, refer to

Windows 29

Pressure, tires 130

Pressure monitoring, tires 83

– Flat Tire Monitor 83

Pressure monitoring of tires,

refer to Tire Pressure

Monitor TPM 84

Programmable buttons on the

steering wheel 11

Protection function, refer to

Pinch protection system

– glass roof, electric 31

– windows 30

Everything from A to Z

192

Providing medical assistance,

refer to First aid pouch 160

Puncture

– Flat Tire Monitor 83

Radio

– refer to separate Owner's

Manual

Radio position, refer to Radio

readiness 50

Radio readiness 50

– switched off 51

– switched on 50

Radio-remote key, refer to

Remote control with

integrated key 18

Rain sensor 61

Reading lamps 96

Rear lamps, refer to Tail

lamps 156

Rear seats

– adjusting head restraints 40

– folding down backrests 111

Rear ventilation 103

Rearview mirror, refer to

Mirrors 44

Rear window

defroster 99,102

Rear window roller blind, refer

to Roller sun blinds 107

Recirculated-air

mode 98,101

Recirculation of air, refer to

Recirculated-air

mode 98,101

Reclining seat, refer to

Backrest 37

Refueling 128

Releasing

– hood 144

Remaining distance, refer to

Cruising range 73

Remote control 18

– battery renewal 29

– Comfort Access 27

– garage door opener 104

– malfunction 22,28

– removing from the ignition

lock 50

– service data 148

– trunk lid 21

Replacement fuses, refer to

Fuses 158

Replacement remote

control 18

Replacing bulbs, refer to

Lamps and bulbs 154

Replacing tires 142

Replacing tires, refer to New

wheels and tires 142

Reporting safety defects 6

Reserve warning, refer to Fuel

gauge 72

Restraint systems

– for children 47

– refer to Safety belts 43

Retractable hardtop 32

– care, refer to Caring for your

vehicle brochure

– convenient operation 20

– opening and closing 33

– remote control 20

Reverse gear 56

– automatic transmission with

Steptronic 53

– manual transmission 53

Roadside Assistance 159

Roadside parking lamps 93

– replacing bulbs 155

Roadworthiness test, refer to

Service requirements 76

Roller sun blinds 107

Rollover protection system,

Convertible 90

– resetting 90

Roof load capacity 181

Roof-mounted luggage

rack 125

Rope, refer to Tow-starting,

towing away 163

RSC Runflat System

Component, refer to Run-

flat tires 142

Runflat System Component

RSC, refer to Run-flat

tires 142

Run-flat tires 142

– continuing driving with a

damaged tire 84

– flat tire 84

– Flat Tire Monitor 84

– Inflation pressure 130

– new tires 142

– tire replacement 142

– winter tires 143

Runflat tyres, refer to Run-flat

tires 142

Safety-belt height

adjustment 43

Safety belts 43

– belt hand-over 43

– damage 43

– indicator/warning lamp 43

– reminder 43

– sitting safely 36

Safety systems

– airbags 88

– Antilock Brake System

ABS 80

– brake system 80

– driving stability control 80

– Dynamic Stability Control

DSC 80

– rollover protection system,

Convertible 90

– safety belts 43

Reference At a glanceControlsDriving tipsMobility

193

Safety tires, refer to Run-flat

tires 142

Saving fuel 120

Screw thread for tow

fitting 162

Seat adjustment

– electric 38

– mechanical 37

Seat and mirror memory 41

Seat belt reminder, refer to

"Fasten safety belts"

reminder 43

Seat heating 41

Seats 37

– adjusting electrically 38

– adjusting the seats 37

– heating 41

– memory, refer to Seat and

mirror memory 41

– saving a setting, refer to Seat

and mirror memory 41

– sitting safely 36

Securing cargo 114,115

Securing the vehicle

– from inside 23

– from outside 19

Selecting distance for active

cruise control 66

Selector lever

– automatic transmission with

Steptronic 53

Selector lever lock, refer to

Changing selector lever

positions, shiftlock 53

Selector lever positions 55

– automatic transmission with

Steptronic 53

Service, refer to Roadside

Assistance 159

Service car, refer to Roadside

Assistance 159

Service data in the remote

control 148

Service Interval Display, refer

to Condition Based Service

CBS 148

Service requirements 76

Settings

– clock, 12h/24h format 75

Settings and information 74

Shifting 57

– 7-gear Sports automatic

transmission with double

clutch 57

Shifting gears

– automatic transmission with

Steptronic 54

– manual transmission 52

Shift into a drive position, refer

to selector lever

positions 55

Shiftlock

– automatic transmission,

refer to Changing selector

lever positions 53

Shift paddles on the steering

wheel 57

Side airbags 88

Side windows, refer to

Windows 29

Signal horn, refer to

Horn 10,11

Sitting safely 36

– with airbags 36

– with head restraint 36

– with safety belts 36

Ski bag 113

Ski bag for Convertible, refer

to Through-loading opening

with integrated transport

bag 114

Sliding/tilt sunroof, refer to

Glass roof, electric 30

Slot for remote control 50

Smokers' package, refer to

Ashtray 110

Snap-in adapter, refer to

Center armrest storage

compartment 108

Socket, Onboard Diagnosis

OBD 149

Socket, refer to Connecting

electrical appliances 110

SOS, refer to Sending an

Emergency Request 159

Spare fuses 158

Speed

– Run-flat tires 84

– with winter tires 143

Speedometer 12

Speed reading, refer to

Speedometer 12

Sport program with 7-gear

Sports automatic

transmission with double

clutch 57

Sports automatic

transmission with double

clutch 55

– driving dynamics control 58

– Kick-down 56

– Launch Control 59

– manually unlocking parking

lock 58

– neutral 56

– reverse gear 56

Spray nozzles, refer to

Cleaning windshield and

headlamps 61

Stability control, refer to

Driving stability control

systems 80

Start/stop button 50

– starting the engine 51

– switching off the engine 51

Starting, refer to Starting the

engine 51

Starting assistance, refer to

Jump-starting 160

Starting difficulties

– jump-starting 160

Starting the engine

– start/stop button 50

Status of this Owner's Manual

at time of printing 5

Steam jet 150,151

194

Steering wheel 46

– adjustment 46

– buttons on steering

wheel 11

– heating 46

– lock 50

– locking with Comfort

Access 28

– shift paddles 57

Steering wheel buttons, refer

to Shift paddles 57

Steering with variable ratio,

refer to Active steering 87

Steptronic, refer to Automatic

transmission with

Steptronic 53

Storage 153

Storage compartments 108

Storage nets 113

Storing seat positions, refer to

Seat and mirror memory 41

Storing tires 143

Stowage, refer to Storage

compartments 108

Summer tires, refer to Wheels

and tires 130

Switches, refer to Cockpit 10

Switching off

– engine 51

Switching off the engine

– start/stop button 50

Switching the cooling function

on and off 102

Symbols 4

Tachometer 71

Tailgate, refer to Trunk lid 24

Tail lamp

– replacing bulb 156

Tail lamp, refer to Tail

lamps 156

Tail lamps 156

– replacing bulb 156,157

Tank contents, refer to

Capacities 182

Technical data 178

– dimensions 179

Technical modifications, refer

to For your own safety 5

Telephone

– installation location, refer to

Center armrest 108

– refer to separate Owner's

Manual

Temperature

– air conditioner 99

– automatic climate

control 100

– coolant, refer to Coolant

temperature 72

Temperature display

– outside temperature 71

– outside temperature

warning 71

– setting the units 75

Tempomat, refer to Cruise

control 62

Tensioning straps, refer to

Securing cargo 124

The individual vehicle 5

Third brake lamp, refer to

Center brake lamp 156

Through-loading opening with

integrated transport

bag 114

Through-loading system 111

Tilt alarm sensor 26

Tilt function, passenger side

mirror 45

Tire inflation pressure 130

– loss 84

Tire pressure monitoring,

refer to Flat Tire Monitor 83

Tire Pressure Monitor

TPM 84

– resetting the system 85

– system limitations 84

– warning lamp 85

Tire puncture, refer to Flat Tire

Monitor 84

Tire Quality Grading 140

Tires

– age 140,142

– air loss 85

– breaking in 120

– changing, refer to Changing

wheels 157

– condition 141

– damage 141

– inflation pressure 130

– labels 140

– minimum tread depth 141

– new wheels and tires 142

– pressure monitoring, refer to

Flat Tire Monitor 83

– pressure monitoring, refer to

Tire Pressure Monitor

TPM 84

– puncture 84

– replacing 142

– size 140

– storage 143

– tread depth 141

– wear indicators, refer to

Minimum tread depth 141

– wheel/tire combination, refer

to Correct wheels and

tires 142

– winter tires 143

Tools, refer to Onboard

vehicle tool kit 154

Top, refer to Retractable

hardtop 32

Torque, refer to Engine

data 178

Tow bar 163

Tow fitting 162

– screw thread 162

Tow fittings for tow-starting

and towing away 162

Towing 161

– car with automatic

transmission 161

– methods 163

– with 7-gear Sports

automatic transmission with

double clutch 162

Reference At a glanceControlsDriving tipsMobility

195

Towing and tow-starting 161

Tow rope 163

Tow-starting 161,163

TPM, refer to Tire Pressure

Monitor 84

Traction control, refer to

Dynamic Stability Control

DSC 80

Transmission

– 7-gear Sports automatic

transmission with double

clutch 55

– automatic transmission with

Steptronic 53

– idle position 56

– Launch Control 59

– manually unlocking parking

lock 58

– manual transmission 52

– overriding selector lever lock

for automatic transmission

with Steptronic 55

– reverse gear 56

Transmission interlock

– refer to Changing selector

lever position 53

– refer to P Park 53

Transporting children

safely 47

Transport securing devices,

refer to Securing cargo 124

Tread depth, refer to Minimum

tire tread 141

Trip-distance counter, refer to

Trip odometer 71

Triple turn signal activation 60

Trip odometer 71

Trunk lid 24

– Comfort Access 28

– emergency release 25

– locking or unlocking

separately 25

– opening from inside 24

– opening from outside 25

– remote control 21

Turning circle, refer to

Dimensions 179

Turn signal indicators

– indicator/warning lamp 12

Turn signals 60

– triple turn signal 60

Tying down loads, refer to

Cargo loading 124

Uniform Tire Quality Grading/

UTQR 140

Units

– average fuel

consumption 75

Units of measure

– temperature 75

Universal garage door opener,

refer to Integrated universal

remote control 104

Universal mobile phone

preparation package, refer

to separate Owner's Manual

Unlatching, refer to

Unlocking 27

Unlocking

– from inside 24

– from outside 19

– setting unlocking

characteristics 20

– trunk lid 28

– without remote control, refer

to Comfort Access 27

Vehicle

– battery 158

– breaking in 120

– cargo loading 123

– Identification Number, refer

to Engine compartment 145

– measurements, refer to

Dimensions 179

– parking 51

– weight 181

Vehicle jack 157

Vehicle storage 153

Ventilation 102

– air conditioner 99

– draft-free 99,102

– in the rear 103

Ventilation, refer to Climate 97

Vents, refer to Air vents 97

Vents, refer to

Ventilation 99,102

Volume

– fuel tank, refer to

Capacities 182

Warning and indicator

lamps 13

Warning and indicator lamps,

overview 164

Warning messages, refer to

Check Control 77

Warning triangle 160

Washer fluid 62

– content of the reservoir 62

Washer fluid reservoir 62

Waste tray, refer to

Ashtray 110

Water on roads, refer to

Driving through water 122

Water penetration 150,151

Wear indicators in tires, refer

to Minimum tread depth 141

Weights 181

Welcome lamps 91

Wheel/tire combination, refer

to Correct wheels and

tires 142

Wheelbase, refer to

Dimensions 179

Wheels, new 142

Wheels and tires 130

Width, refer to

Dimensions 179

Wind deflector 33

Windows 29

– convenient operation 20

– convenient operation with

Comfort Access 28

– opening, closing 29

– pinch protection system 30

Everything from A to Z

196

Windows, defrosting 99

Windshield

– cleaning 61

– defrosting and removing

condensation 99

Windshield wash 61

– filling capacity, reservoir 182

– nozzles 62

– reservoir for washer fluid 62

– washer fluid 62

Windshield wiper blades,

changing 154

Windshield wipers, refer to

Wiper system 61

Winter tires 143

– storage 143

Wiper blade replacement 154

Wiper system 61

Work in the engine

compartment 144

Wrench/screwdriver, refer to

Onboard vehicle tool kit 154

xDrive 81

Xenon lamps

– replacing bulb 155

Your individual vehicle

– settings, refer to Personal

Profile 18

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