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We are pleased you have decided on a BMW M3.
Thorough familiarity with your vehicle will provide you with enhanced control and
security when you drive it. Therefore, we have one request:
Read the information contained in this Owner's Manual before driving your new
BMW M3 for the first time. It contains important information on vehicle operation
that will enable you to make full use of the advanced technical equipment of your
BMW M3. In addition, you will receive information on vehicle maintenance to ensure
operating and traffic safety as well as the best possible value retention of your vehicle. For more detailed information refer to the supplemental manuals.
BMW also makes decisive contributions toward greater safety in traffic through its
BMW driver training.
This Owner's Manual should be considered a permanent part of this vehicle. It
should stay with the vehicle when sold to provide the next owner with important
operating, safety and maintenance information.
We wish you an enjoyable driving experience.
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Notes
About this Owner's Manual
Additional sources of information
Symbols used
We have made every effort to ensure
that you are able to find what you need
in this Owner's Manual as quickly as
possible. The fastest way to find certain
topics is by using the detailed index at
the end. If you wish to gain an initial
overview of your vehicle, you will find
this in the first chapter.
Should you have any further questions,
your BMW center will be glad to assist
at any time.
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be followed precisely in order to
avoid the possibility of personal injury
and serious damage to the vehicle.
Should you wish to sell your BMW at
some time in the future, please remember to hand over this Owner's Manual
to the new owner; it is an important part
of the vehicle.
You can find more information about
BMW, for example on its technology,
on the Internet at www.bmw.com.
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assist you in gaining the optimum
benefit from your vehicle and enable
you to care more effectively for your
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information.
Indicates special equipment, country-specific equipment and optional
extras, as well as equipment and functions not yet available at the time of
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Vehicle Memory, Key Memory,
refer to page 59. Identifies functions that can be specifically adapted
for a particular key or vehicle. These
adjustments can be performed by your
BMW center.<
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Notes
Indicates that you should consult
the relevant section of this
Owner's Manual for information on a
particular part or assembly.
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Your individual vehicle
Status at time of printing
On purchasing your BMW, you have
decided in favor of a model with individualized equipment and features. This
Owner's Manual will describe all of the
equipment that the BMW M3 has to
offer you.
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. In exceptional cases, the features described in
this Owner's Manual could therefore
differ from those on your vehicle.
We hope you will understand that
equipment and features are included
that you might not have chosen for your
vehicle. You can easily identify any differences with the aid of the asterisk
used to identify all optional equipment
and accessories.
If your BMW features equipment such
as a car radio or telephone, that is not
described in this Owner's Manual, we
have enclosed Supplementary Owner's
Manuals. We ask you to read these
manuals as well.
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Notes
For your own safety
Proposition 65 warning
Parts and accessories
Important safety information!
For your own safety, use genuine
parts and accessories approved by
Advanced technology, e.g. the
Engine exhaust and a wide variety BMW.
use of modern materials and highof automobile components and
When you purchase accessories tested
performance electronics, requires speparts, including components found in
and approved by BMW and Original
cially adapted maintenance and repair
the interior furnishings in a vehicle, con- BMW Parts, you simultaneously acquire
methods. Therefore, only have corretain or emit chemicals known to the
the assurance that they have been thorsponding work on your BMW carried
State of California to cause cancer and oughly tested by BMW to ensure optiout by a BMW center or a workshop
birth defects and reproductive harm. In mum performance when installed on
that works according to BMW repair
addition, certain fluids contained in
your vehicle.
procedures with correspondingly
BMW warrants these parts to be free
trained personnel. If work is carried out vehicles and certain products of component wear contain or emit chemicals from defects in material and workmanimproperly there is a danger of conseship.
quential damage and the related safety known to the State of California to
cause cancer and birth defects or other BMW will not accept any liability for
risks.<
reproductive harm.
damages resulting from installation of
Battery posts, terminals and related
parts and accessories not approved by
accessories contain lead and lead com- BMW.
pounds. Batteries also contain other
BMW cannot test every product made
chemicals known to the State of Caliby other manufacturers to verify if it can
fornia to cause cancer. Wash your
be used on a BMW safely and without
hands after handling.
risk to either the vehicle, its operation,
Used engine oil contains chemicals that or its occupants.
have caused cancer in laboratory aniOriginal BMW Parts, BMW Accessories
mals. Always protect your skin by
and other products approved by BMW,
together with professional advice on
washing thoroughly with soap and
water.<
using these items, are available from all
BMW centers.
Installation and operation of non-BMW
approved accessories such as alarms,
radios, amplifiers, radar detectors,
Maintenance and repair
California laws require us to state the
following warning:
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Notes
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-talkie, ham radio or similar
accessories, may cause extensive damage to the vehicle, compromise its
safety, interfere with the vehicle’s electrical system or affect the validity of the
BMW Limited Warranty. Contact your
BMW center for additional information.
Do not use key or remote control to
lock doors or luggage compartment
with anyone inside the vehicle. Refer to
the Owner's Manual for more details. <
Maintenance, replacement, or
repair of the emission control
devices and systems may be performed
by any automotive repair establishment
or individual using any certified automotive part.<
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Service and warranty
Reporting safety defects
This manual is supplemented by a Service and Warranty Information Booklet
for US models or a Warranty and Service Guide Booklet for Canadian models.
The following only applies to vehicles
owned and operated in the US.
We recommend that you read this publication thoroughly.
Your BMW is covered by the following
warranties:
> New Vehicle Limited Warranty
> Rust Perforation Limited Warranty
If you believe that your vehicle has a
defect which could cause a crash or
could cause injury or death, you should
immediately inform the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
NHTSA in addition to notifying BMW of
North America, LLC, P.O. Box 1227,
Westwood, New Jersey 07675-1227,
telephone toll-free 1-800-831-1117.
If NHTSA receives similar complaints, it
may open an investigation, and if it
finds that a safety defect exists in a
> Federal Emissions Performance War- group of vehicles, it may order a recall
and remedy campaign. However,
ranty
NHTSA cannot become involved in indi> California Emission Control System
vidual problems between you, your
Limited Warranty.
dealer, or BMW of North America, LLC.
Detailed information about these warTo contact NHTSA, you may either call
ranties is listed in the Service and Warthe Auto Safety Hotline toll-free at
ranty Information Booklet for US mod1-800-424-9393 or 366-0123 in the
els or in the Warranty and Service
Washington, D.C. area, or write to:
Guide Booklet for Canadian models.
NHTSA, U.S. Department of Transportation, Washington, D.C. 20590. You
can also obtain other information about
motor vehicle safety from the Hotline.
> Federal Emissions System Defect
Warranty
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Cockpit 14
Instrument cluster 16
Indicator and warning lamps 18
Buttons* in steering wheel 22
Hazard warning triangle* 23
First-aid kit* 23
Refueling 24
Fuel specifications 25
Controls and features
About this Owner's Manual 4
Additional sources of
information 4
Symbols used 4
Your individual vehicle 5
Status at time of printing 5
For your own safety 6
Service and warranty 7
Reporting safety defects 7
Overview
Notes
Contents
Opening and closing:
Keys 28
Central locking system 28
Opening and closing – via the
remote control 29
Opening and closing – via the
door lock 32
Opening and closing – from the
inside 33
Luggage compartment lid 34
Luggage compartment 36
Alarm system* 37
Electric power windows 39
Glass sunroof, electric* 40
To adjust:
Safe seating position 42
Seats 43
Manual seat adjustment 43
Power seat adjustment* 44
Head restraints 45
Entering the rear 46
Safety belts 46
Seat and mirror memory* 48
Seat heating* 49
Mirrors 50
Steering wheel 51
Passenger safety systems:
Airbags 52
Transporting children safely 55
Vehicle Memory, Key
Memory 59
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Controls and features
Contents
Driving:
Ignition lock 61
Starting the engine and driving
off 62
Switching off the engine 64
Parking brake 64
Manual transmission 65
Sequential M gearbox with
Drivelogic* 66
Turn signal indicator/Headlamp
flasher 71
Washer/wiper system/Rain
sensor* 72
Cruise control* 73
Everything under control:
Odometer 75
Tachometer 75
Engine oil temperature 75
Fuel gauge 76
Engine coolant temperature
gauge 76
Service interval display 77
Check Control 77
Clock 78
Computer 79
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Technology for safety and
driving convenience:
Park Distance Control (PDC)* 81
Dynamic Stability Control
(DSC) 82
Flat Tire Monitor 83
M Engine dynamics control 85
Brake force display 86
Loading and transporting:
Through-loading system 100
Ski bag* 101
Cargo loading 102
Roof-mounted luggage
rack* 105
Lamps:
Parking lamps/Low beams 87
Instrument lighting 88
High beams/Standing lamps 88
Front fog lamps 89
Interior lamps 89
Controlling the climate for
pleasant driving:
Automatic climate control 90
Roller sun blind* 94
Interior conveniences:
Premium sound system* 95
Glove compartment 95
Storage compartments 96
Microphone* 97
Ashtray, front* 98
Ashtray, rear* 98
Clothes hooks 99
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Wheels and tires:
Tire inflation pressure 112
Tire code 114
Tire condition 115
New wheels and tires 116
Snow chains* 118
In the engine compartment:
Hood 119
Engine compartment
essentials 120
Washer fluids 122
Engine oil 122
Coolant 124
Brake fluid 125
Replacement procedures:
Onboard tool kit 132
Windshield wiper blades 132
Lamps and bulbs 133
Tire repair with the M Mobility
system 137
Battery 140
Fuses 141
Technical data
Special operating instructions:
Break-in procedures 108
General driving notes 109
Antilock Brake System
(ABS) 111
Owner service procedures
Operation, maintenance
Contents
Engine data 150
Dimensions 151
Weights 152
Capacities 153
Giving and receiving
assistance:
Receiving assistance 142
Jump-starting 143
Towing and tow-starting the
vehicle 145
Maintenance:
BMW Maintenance System 126
OBD interface socket 128
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Index
Contents
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Everything from A to Z 156
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Overview
Overview
Operation, maintenance
Maintenance
Controls
Controls and features
Repairs
Owner service procedures
Data
Technical data
Index
Index
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Cockpit
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4 Hazard warning flashers
5 Rear window defroster 93
6 > Initiating an emergency call 142
> Mobile Service 143
7 Central locking system 28
8 Adjusting the steering wheel 51
Controls
3 Washer/wiper system/Rain
sensor 72
Maintenance
2 > Turn signal indicators 71
> Standing lamps 88
> High beams 88
> Headlamp flasher 71
> Computer 79
Overview
1 Parking lamps/Low beams 87
9 Horn: the entire surface
Index
Data
Repairs
10 Fog lamps 89
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Instrument cluster
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Instrument cluster
5 Tachometer and engine oil temperature gauge 75
6 Engine coolant temperature
gauge 76
7 Indicator and warning
lamps 18 to 21
8 Control button for
> Clock 78
> Unit of measure of outside temperature display 79
9 Display for sequential M gearbox
with Drivelogic 67
10 Indicator lamp for Dynamic Stability
Control (DSC) 82
11 Display for
> Trip odometer/Odometer 75
> Clock 78
> Service interval 77
> Computer 79
Overview
Controls
4 Indicator and warning
lamps 18 to 21
Maintenance
3 Speedometer
15 Indicator and warning
lamps 18 to 21
Repairs
2 Turn signal indicators 20
Data
1 Fuel gauge 76
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12 Check Control 77
13 Trip odometer, reset to zero 75
Index
14 M Track mode* indicator lamp 82
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Indicator and warning lamps
Technology that monitors itself
Indicator and warning lamps that are
identified by ● are tested for proper
functioning whenever the ignition key is
turned. They each light up once for different periods of time.
If a fault should occur in one of these
systems, the corresponding lamp does
not go out after the engine is started, or
it lights up while the vehicle is moving.
You will see how to react to this below.
Engine oil pressure ●
An alarm sounds at the same
time. The engine oil pressure is
too low. Stop the vehicle immediately
and switch off the engine. It is not possible to continue driving. Please contact
the nearest BMW center.
Do not continue driving, as the
engine could sustain serious damage from inadequate lubrication. <
Battery charge current ●
The battery is no longer being
charged. There is a malfunction
of the alternator drive belt or in the
charging circuit of the alternator. Please
contact the nearest BMW center.
Flat Tire Monitor ●
In addition, an acoustic signal is
sounded: there is a flat tire.
Reduce speed and carefully come to a
stop. Avoid sudden braking and steering maneuvers.
For additional information, refer to
page 85.
If the drive belt is defective, stop
and switch off the engine immediately to prevent overheating and serious engine damage. If the drive belt is
defective, increased steering effort is
also required.<
Brake warning lamp ●
If the lamp comes on when the
parking brake is not engaged:
check the brake fluid level. It is very
important that you follow the instructions on page 125 before driving on.
Have the system checked immediately.
Red: stop immediately
Red: an important reminder
Brake warning lamp ●
Comes on when the parking
brake is engaged – an additional
acoustic signal sounds when starting
off.
For additional information, refer to
page 64.
Brake warning lamp for Canadian models.
Please fasten safety belt ●
Comes on together with an
acoustic signal until driver fastens safety belt.
For additional information on safety
belts, refer to page 46.
Airbags ●
Have the system checked as
soon as possible.
For additional information, refer to
page 54.
Brake warning lamp for Canadian models.
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Indicator and warning lamps
Do not drive more than 30 miles/50 km
before refilling.
For additional information, refer to
page 122.
Index
ABS, CBC and DSC indicator
and warning lamps for Canadian
models.
Controls
Sequential M gearbox with
Drivelogic
If the indicator lamp fails to go
out after the engine has been started,
or if it comes on during normal driving:
this indicates a malfunction in the sysBrake pads ●
tem. Have the system checked immediHave the brake pads checked
ately.
immediately.
Indicator lamp flashes: a system overFor additional information, refer to
load has occurred.
page 110.
For additional information, refer to
page 70.
Flat Tire Monitor ●
The Flat Tire Monitor has been
Yellow: check as soon as possible
deactivated, either at the button
or in response to a system malfunction.
Engine oil level
If there is a malfunction, have the sysComes on while driving and is
ten checked.
accompanied by an alarm: the
For additional information, refer to
engine oil level has fallen to the absolute minimum; refill as soon as possible. page 85.
Maintenance
The brake warning lamp lights
up together with the yellow indicator lamps for ABS ● and
DSC:
The entire ABS, CBC and DSC
control system has failed. Continue driving cautiously and
defensively and avoid full brake
applications. Please have the system
checked by your BMW center as soon
as possible.
For additional information, refer to
pages 82, 111.
Engine oil level
Comes on after the engine has
been shut off and is accompanied by an alarm: add engine oil at your
earliest opportunity, such as when you
stop to refuel.
For additional information, refer to
page 122.
Repairs
Orange: consult the nearest BMW
center
Data
Red and yellow: continue driving
cautiously
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Indicator and warning lamps
Dynamic Stability Control
(DSC) ●
The indicator lamp flashes and
an acoustic signal sounds: the system
is active and governs drive and braking
force.
If the indicator lamp fails to go out after
the engine has been started, or if it
comes on during normal driving and
stays on:
DSC has been deactivated, either at the
button or in response to a system malfunction.
If there is a malfunction, have the system checked as soon as possible.
For additional information, refer to
page 82.
Add washer fluid
The washer fluid level is too low,
top it up at the earliest opportunity.
For additional information, refer to
page 122.
SERVICE ENGINE SOON ●
If the indicator lamp comes on
either continuously or intermittently, this indicates a fault in the emissions-related electronic systems.
Although the vehicle remains operational, you should have the systems
checked by your BMW center at the
earliest possible opportunity.
For additional information, refer to
page 128.
Dynamic Brake Control (DBC) ●
Service Engine Soon indicator
Malfunction in DBC system.
lamp for Canadian models.
Conventional braking efficiency
is available and unrestricted.
Engine electronics ●
Have the system checked as soon as
There is a fault in the electronic
possible.
engine-management system.
For additional information, refer to
You can continue to drive with reduced
page 111.
engine output or engine speed. Please
Dynamic Brake Control (DBC)
have the system inspected at your
warning lamp for Canadian
BMW center.
models.
Add coolant
Coolant level too low, top up as
soon as possible.
For additional information, refer to
page 124.
CHECK GAS CAP* ●
This indicator lamp comes on
when the gas cap is loose or
missing.
Close the gas cap tightly: refer to
page 25.
Yellow: for your information
M Track mode
Lights up when M Track mode is
activated.
For additional information, refer to
page 83.
Green: for your information
Turn signal indicator
Flashes when turn signals are
on. Rapid flashing: indicates a
system malfunction.
For additional information, refer to
page 71.
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High beams
Comes on when the high beams
are on or the headlamp flasher
is actuated.
For additional information, refer to
pages 71, 88.
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Controls
Maintenance
Blue: for your information
Repairs
Front fog lamps
Lights up whenever the fog
lamps are on.
For additional information, refer to
page 89.
Data
Cruise control
Lights up when the cruise control is activated. Ready for operation via the buttons in the steering
wheel.
For additional information, refer to
page 73.
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Indicator and warning lamps
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Buttons* in steering wheel
These buttons let you operate the following functions quickly and without
being distracted from traffic conditions:
> Selected radio functions*
> The cruise control*
> Selected telephone functions *
> The voice command system*
> M Track mode*, part of Dynamic Stability Control DSC.
The controls are active only when
the corresponding systems and
accessories are switched on.<
Press briefly:
Forward
> Radio
Press briefly: next station in station
memory
Extended pressure: station search
> CD
Press briefly: jump to next track
Extended pressure: search function
in track
> Cassette
Press briefly: jump to next track or
stop fast forward
Extended pressure: fast forward
> Phone
Scan personal phone book.
Cruise control: store and accelerate +
or decelerate and store –.
Cruise control: activate/interrupt/deactivate
or
M Track mode: switch on/off.
Accept incoming call, start dialing, terminate call.
Extended pressure:
Rewind: same functions as forward.
Activate and deactivate voice command.
Volume.
Display/hide telephone book. Display
the entries one after another with the
forward/backward buttons.
Cruise control: select a stored setting.
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First-aid kit*
The hazard warning triangle is stored in
a storage case on the left side of the
luggage compartment.
The first-aid kit is located under the
front passenger's seat.
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Data
Several of the items contained in
the first-aid pouch have a limited
service life. For this reason, check the
expiration dates of each of the items
regularly, and replace any with passed
dates. These items can be purchased in
any drugstore or pharmacy.
Always observe all legal regulations
requiring a first-aid kit to be carried in
the vehicle.<
Repairs
To fasten: fold the cover up and press it
until the tab engages.
Index
Always observe all legal regulations requiring a warning triangle
to be carried in the vehicle.<
To open: pull the handle and fold the
cover down.
Maintenance
Controls
Overview
Hazard warning triangle*
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Refueling
When handling fuels, comply with
all of the applicable safety precautions posted at the service station.
Never carry spare fuel containers in
your vehicle. Whether empty or full,
these containers can leak, cause an
explosion, or lead to fire in the event of
a collision.<
Fuel filler door
Please observe while refuelling
Always switch off the engine
before refueling, as it is not possible to add fuel with the engine running,
and attempts may also trigger the
SERVICE ENGINE SOON lamp.<
Open the gas cap carefully to prevent fuel from spraying out. Fuel
spray may cause injury.<
Press on the rear edge of the fuel filler
door to open and close it.
When refueling, insert the filler nozzle
completely into the filler pipe. Lifting the
nozzle during refueling
If an electrical malfunction occurs, you
can unlock the fuel filler door manually:
Pull the knob with the fuel pump symbol
on the right trim panel of the luggage
compartment.
Place the gas cap in the bracket
attached to the fuel filler door.
> results in premature pump shutoff
> and will reduce the effect of the vapor
recovery system on the pump.
The fuel tank is full when the filler nozzle shuts off the first time.
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Refueling
Fuel specifications
Closing the gas cap
The engine uses lead-free gasoline
only.
Fuel tank capacity
Use high-quality brands
Do not drive to the last drop of
fuel. This can prevent the engine
from operating properly and result in
damage.<
Field experience has indicated significant differences in fuel quality: volatility,
composition, additives, etc., among
gasolines offered for sale in the United
States and Canada. Fuels containing up
to and including 10 % ethanol or other
oxygenates with up to 2.8 % oxygen by
weight, that is, 15 % MTBE or 3% methanol plus an equivalent amount of cosolvent, will not void the applicable
warranties with respect to defects in
materials or workmanship.
Index
> Approx. 16.6 gal./63 liters, of which
> approx. 2.1 gal./8 liters are reserve
capacity.
Overview
Do not use leaded gasoline, as
otherwise the lambda probe and
catalytic converter will be permanently
damaged.<
Controls
Warning lamp* lights up. The
gas cap is not properly closed
or is missing. Check if the gas
cap is properly closed.
Minimum Octane Rating corresponds to
the Anti Knock Index AKI and is determined according to the so-called
(R+M)/2 method.
Maintenance
Premium Unleaded Gasoline,
Minimum Octane Rating: AKI 91.
Repairs
Required fuel
Close the gas cap carefully after
refueling until a click is heard.
While closing, be sure not to squeeze
the strap which is fastened to the cap.
A loose or missing cap will activate the
CHECK GAS CAP* lamp.<
The use of poor-quality fuels may
result in drivability, starting and
stalling problems especially under certain environmental conditions such as
high ambient temperature and high altitude.
Should you encounter drivability problems which you suspect could be
related to the fuel you are using, we
recommend that you respond by
switching to a recognized high-quality
brand.
Failure to comply with these recommendations may also result in unscheduled maintenance.<
Data
Place the cap in position and turn it
until a clearly audible click is heard.
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Overview
Overview
Operation, maintenance
Maintenance
Controls
Controls and features
Repairs
Owner service procedures
Data
Technical data
Index
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Opening and closing
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Keys
Central locking system
This key cannot be used to open the
locks for the luggage compartment
lid or the glove compartment. This
can be advantageous for valet parking, for example. The key is not
intended for constant use.
The concept
The central locking system engages
and releases the locks on the:
> doors
> luggage compartment lid
> fuel filler door.
The central locking system is ready for
operation whenever the driver's door is
closed.
The central locking system can be
operated
The key set
1 Each master key with remote control
is powered by an extended-life battery that is charged automatically in
the ignition lock as you drive. For this
reason, user every master key at
least twice a year to keep its battery
charged. Depending on which master
key is recognized when the vehicle is
unlocked, different settings are called
up and carried out in the vehicle,
refer to Vehicle Memory, Key Memory
on page 59.
2 Replacement key for storage in a safe
place, e.g. your wallet.
> from outside via the door lock and
using the remote control
> from inside via the central locking
system button.
If it is operated from inside, the fuel
filler door will not be locked, refer to
page 33.
When the system is actuated from the
outside, the anti-theft system is also
activated. This prevents the doors from
being unlocked via the lock buttons or
the release handle. The alarm system is
also activated or deactivated.
In the event of a sufficiently severe
accident, the central locking system
unlocks automatically. In addition, the
hazard warning flashers and interior
lamps come on.
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Opening and closing – via the remote control
Whenever you unlock or lock the vehicle, you simultaneously deactivate/activate the anti-theft system, disarm/arm
the alarm system and switch the interior
lamps on/off.
Overview
Controls
1 Unlock, convenience opening mode,
and disarm alarm system
2 Lock and secure, arm alarm system,
activate interior lamps, disarm tilt
alarm sensor and interior motion sensor
3 Open luggage compartment, Panic
mode – trigger alarm
Master keys with remote control
To release
Since passengers or animals
remaining in the vehicle might be
able to lock the doors from the inside,
always take the vehicle's keys with you
so that the vehicle can be opened again
from the outside at any time.<
Press button to unlock the driver's door
only.
Maintenance
> Switch on the interior lamps, refer to
page 30.
With this function you can also
search for your vehicle – when
parked in an underground garage, for
instance
> Open the luggage compartment lid,
refer to page 30.
The luggage compartment lid will
open slightly, regardless of whether it
was locked or unlocked.
Repairs
The remote control also provides two
additional functions beyond the central
locking feature:
If it is no longer possible to lock
the vehicle via the remote control,
the battery is discharged. Use this key
while driving for an extended period in
order to recharge the battery. To prevent unauthorized use of the remote
control, surrender only the spare key
when leaving the vehicle for valet parking, for example.
In the event of a system malfunction,
please contact your BMW center. You
can also obtain replacement keys
there.<
Data
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Index
Press the button a second time to
unlock all vehicle locks.<
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Opening and closing – via the remote control
Convenience opening mode
Press the button briefly and then keep it
pressed. The windows and the glass
sunroof open.
To lock and secure
Press button.
As a confirmation that the vehicle's locks have engaged
securely, the hazard warning flashers
light up once.<
You can have this confirmation
signal deactivated.<
To switch on the interior lamps
After locking the vehicle, press button
again.
With this function, you can also search
for your vehicle when parked in an
underground garage, for instance.
To deactivate the tilt alarm* and
interior motion sensors*
To switch off the alarm
Press button.
Press button a second time immediately after locking.
External systems
For additional information: page 38.
Malfunctions:
Local radio waves can impede the functioning of the remote control.
To open the luggage
compartment lid
If this occurs, open and close the vehicle using a master key in the door lock.
Press button briefly.
For US owners only
The lid will open slightly, no matter
whether it was locked or unlocked.
The transmitter and receiver units comply with part 15 of the FCC Federal
Communications Commission regulations. Operation is governed by the following:
If the vehicle was previously
locked, the luggage compartment
is also locked again after it is closed.
Before and after a trip, be sure that the
luggage compartment lid has not been
opened unintentionally.<
Panic mode* – trigger alarm
FCC ID:
> X8EWS
> LX8FZVS
> LX8FZVE
Compliance statement:
By pressing the button for more than
2 seconds, the alarm system* can be
triggered in the event of danger, if the
system is armed.
This device complies with part 15 of the
FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the
following two conditions:
> This device may not cause harmful
interference, and
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Overview
Controls
Maintenance
Repairs
Any unauthorized modifications to
these devices could void the
user's authority to operate the equipment.<
Data
> this device must accept any interference received, including interference
that may cause undesired operation.
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Index
Opening and closing – via the remote control
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Opening and closing – via the door lock
> To fasten: with the door closed, hold
the key in the Lock position.
Whenever closing the windows or
sliding/tilt sunroof you should
always monitor their path and progress
to ensure that no one is injured. Releasing the key stops the operation.<
Manual operation
One turn of the key in the driver's door
lock unlocks the driver's door only.
Turning the key a second time unlocks
the passenger's door, the luggage
compartment lid and the fuel filler door.
If there is an electrical malfunction, you
can unlock or lock the driver's door by
turning the key in the lock all the way to
the left or right.
As a confirmation that the vehicle's locks have engaged
securely, the hazard warning flashers
light up once.<
You can have this confirmation
signal deactivated.<
Convenience operation
You can also operate the windows and
the glass sunroof via the door lock.
> To open: with the door closed, hold
the key in the Unlock position
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Opening and closing – from the inside
If you desire, the central locking
system can be activated automatically as soon as you begin to drive. You
may also have this adjusted so that it is
specific to keys.<
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To lock
> Either use the central locking button
to lock both doors at once or
> press the individual door lock buttons
down. As an added design feature to
prevent the driver from being inadvertently locked out of the vehicle,
the driver's door lock button will not
engage as long as the door is open.
Since passengers or animals
remaining in the vehicle might be
able to lock the doors from the inside,
always take the vehicle's keys with you
so that the vehicle can be opened again
from the outside at any time.<
Maintenance
pull the release handle for any door
twice: to unlock and open the door.
Repairs
If only the driver's door was
unlocked from the outside and
you press the button, then, with the
driver's door still open, the passenger's
door, the luggage compartment lid and
the fuel filler door will unlock, too.
If the driver's door is closed, it will be
locked.<
or
Data
You can use this button to control the
central locking system whenever the
doors are closed. The doors and luggage compartment lid are unlocked or
locked only. The anti-theft system is not
activated.
Index
1. Press the button for the central locking system
2. Pull the release handle above the
armrest on the door you wish to open
Controls
To unlock and open the doors
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Luggage compartment lid
The lock
To secure separately
To open from the outside
Only the master keys fit in the lock for
the luggage compartment lid, refer to
page 28.
Turn the master key to the right past the
resistance point and then pull it out in
the horizontal position.
Press the button in the handle recess:
the luggage compartment lid opens
slightly.
The luggage compartment lid is locked
and disconnected from the central locking system. This feature can be used to
prevent unauthorized access to the luggage compartment when you surrender
the spare key only, refer to page 28.
This can be advantageous for valet
parking, for example.
The luggage compartment is lit when
the luggage compartment lid is opened.
Manual operation
In the event of electrical malfunction
Turn the master key to the left as far as
it will go. The luggage compartment lid
will open slightly.
The luggage compartment lid is locked
again as soon as you close the lid.
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Luggage compartment lid
To close
If the luggage compartment lid has not
been locked separately, you can open it
with this button in the footwell on the
driver's side when the vehicle is stationary.
The handle recesses in the interior trim
panel of the luggage compartment lid
make it easier to pull the lid down.
To avoid injuries, be sure that the
travel path of the luggage compartment lid is clear when it is closed,
following the same precautions as with
all closing procedures.<
Controls
Index
Operate the vehicle only when the
luggage compartment lid is completely closed. Otherwise, exhaust
fumes could penetrate the interior of
the vehicle.<
Maintenance
To open from inside the vehicle
Repairs
1. Close all windows and the glass sunroof
2. Greatly increase the quantity of air
from the automatic climate control
system, refer to page 92.
Data
If at any time it does become necessary
to operate the vehicle with the luggage
compartment lid open:
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Luggage compartment lid
Luggage compartment
Emergency release
To fold up and secure the floor
panel
This lever releases the luggage compartment lid from the luggage compartment's interior.
Lift the floor panel with the ring, then
use the tab to suspend it from the
weather-stripping on the drip rail.
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Alarm system*
Even with the system armed, you can
open the luggage compartment lid via
the button on the remote control. When
it is closed, the lid is once again
secured.
Extended pressure on the button sets
The system responds to unauthorized
off the alarm – Panic mode, refer to
vehicle entry and attempted theft by
page 30.
You can turn the floor mat over to trans- simultaneously activating the following:
port soiled objects, etc. The rubber> Sounding an acoustical alarm for
coated side can be washed and is
30 seconds
designed to inhibit sliding.
> Activating the hazard warning flashThe fittings at the corners of the lugers for approx. five minutes
gage compartment provide you with a
> Flashing the high beams on and off in
convenient means of attaching luggage
rhythm with the hazard warning flashcompartment nets* and flexible straps
ers.
for securing luggage.
Floor mat
To arm and disarm the alarm
system
Whenever you lock or unlock the vehicle via the remote control or a door
lock, you simultaneously arm or disarm
the alarm system.
Index
Refer also to Cargo loading on
page 102.
Controls
> When a door, the hood or the luggage compartment lid are opened
> To movement inside the vehicle –
interior motion sensor
> To changes in vehicle tilt, e.g. as
would occur while attempting to steal
the wheels or tow the vehicle – tilt
alarm sensor system
> To interruption of battery voltage.
Maintenance
The vehicle alarm system responds:
You can have various signals set
as confirmation that the alarm system has been armed or disarmed.<
Repairs
The concept
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Data
Luggage compartment
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Alarm system*
entry has been detected in the period
since the system was armed.
To deactivate the tilt alarm and
interior motion sensors
Following triggering of an alarm, the
indicator lamp will flash continuously.
> Press the button on the remote control twice.
Tilt alarm and interior motion
sensors
Tilt alarm sensor:
Indicator lamp displays
> The indicator lamp below the interior
rearview mirror flashes continuously:
the system is armed
> The indicator lamp flashes after locking: doors or luggage compartment
lid are not completely closed. Even if
you do not close the alerted area, the
remaining areas are deadlocked, and
the indicator lamp flashes continuously after 10 seconds. However, the
interior motion sensor is not activated
> The indicator lamp goes out after
unlocking: no manipulation or
attempted intrusions have been
detected in the period since the system was armed
> The indicator lamp flashes for 10 seconds after unlocking: an attempted
The inclination of the vehicle is monitored. The alarm system reacts, e.g. to
attempts to steal the wheels or tow the
vehicle.
Interior motion sensor:
In order for the interior motion sensor to
function properly, the windows and the
glass sunroof must be completely
closed.
Avoiding unintentional alarms
The tilt alarm sensor and the interior
motion sensor can be deactivated at
the same time. In this way you can
avoid unintentional alarms, e.g. in the
following situations:
The indicator lamp lights up briefly and
then flashes continuously. The tilt alarm
sensor and the interior motion sensor
are deactivated until the vehicle is again
unlocked and locked.
You can have the tilt alarm sensor
and the interior motion sensor
permanently deactivated.<
The tilt alarm sensor and the interior motion sensor are inadvertently deactivated when convenience
closing of windows and the glass sunroof are interrupted within the first
10 seconds and then started again. If
this has happened, the vehicle must be
unlocked and locked again.<
> In duplex garages
> When the vehicle is being transported on a car-carrying train
> If animals are to be left in the vehicle.
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Electric power windows
> Press the switch until you feel resistance: the window retracts, or
respectively the tilt-out window
moves outward; it remains in motion
for as long as you maintain pressure
on the switch
> Press the switch briefly past the pressure point: the window moves automatically. Pressing the switch again
stops the opening cycle.
You can close the window in the same
manner by pulling the switch. The tiltout window does not close automatically.
Trap protection
The front windows are each equipped
with a contact strip located on the
upper inside of the window frame. If
pressure is exerted against this contact
strip while the window is being raised,
the system will respond by stopping the
window and then retracting it a small
distance.
Controls
Data
With the ignition key in position 1 or
higher
For convenience operation via the
remote control or the door lock, refer to
page 32 or 30.
Index
To open and close windows
Maintenance
When leaving the vehicle, always
remove the ignition key from the
lock and remember to close the doors
to prevent children from operating the
power windows and injuring themselves, etc.<
Despite trap protection, always be
careful to ensure that the closing
path of the window is not obstructed.
Some types of objects, for instance
very thin objects, might fail to trigger
the contact strip in some situations.
If the switch is pulled and held beyond
the resistance point, this trap protection
is overridden.<
Repairs
You can still operate the power windows for up to 15 minutes as long as
no one has opened and again closed
one of the doors.
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Glass sunroof, electric*
> Slide the switch back until you feel
resistance.
The glass sunroof and the headliner
insert open at the same time as long
as you keep the switch held in this
position.
> Slide the switch back beyond the
pressure point.
The glass sunroof and the headliner
insert open automatically. Tapping
the switch again stops the opening
cycle.
Watch the glass sunroof while it is
closing, to avoid any injuries.
When leaving the vehicle, always take
the ignition key with you and close the
doors, since children could otherwise
operate the sunroof and injure themselves.<
Raising the glass sunroof
With the ignition key in position 1 or
higher: press the switch.
> If the glass sunroof is in the closed
position, it is raised and the headliner
insert opens slightly.
> If the glass sunroof is open, it moves
automatically to its raised position.
The headliner insert remains fully
open.
Do not try to forcibly close the
headliner insert when the sunroof
is in the raised position, or its mechanical parts will be damaged.<
Opening and closing
With the ignition key in position 1 or
higher
You can close the glass sunroof in the
same manner by sliding the switch forward. The headliner insert stays open
and must be closed manually.
After the ignition has been switched off,
you can still operate the sunroof for up
to 15 minutes, as long as no one opens
either of the doors.
For convenience closing via the door
lock or the remote control, refer to
pages 30 and 32.
Trap protection
If the glass sunroof encounters resistance when closing from approximately
the half-closed position or when closing
from the raised position, the closing
operation is interrupted and the glass
sunroof reopens slightly.
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Glass sunroof, electric*
1. Pull out the switch, then reach into
the exposed opening and press out
the cover
2. Use the Allen key from the onboard
tool kit, refer to page 132, to turn the
glass sunroof in the desired direction.
Initializing the glass sunroof
If the glass sunroof can no longer
be automatically opened or closed
after manual operation, it must be initialized.<
Overview
Repairs
In the event of an electrical malfunction,
you can also operate the glass sunroof
manually.
Data
Manual operation
Maintenance
Controls
With the key in ignition position 1 or
higher, press and hold the switch
beyond the pressure point until the
glass sunroof moves slightly.
Index
Despite trap protection, always
make sure that the sunroof can
close without obstruction, otherwise in
some cases, e.g. with thin objects, it is
not guaranteed that the closing operation will be interrupted.
Trap protection is restricted when the
switch is pressed and held beyond the
pressure point. The sunroof opens only
slightly. If the switch is pressed and
held beyond the pressure point again
within approx. 2 seconds, trap protection is overridden.<
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Safe seating position
For driving that is relaxed and less likely
to cause fatigue, you should select a
sitting position that reflects your personal requirements. In combination
with the safety belts and airbags, the
correct seating position also plays an
important role in enhancing occupant
safety in the event of an accident. To
ensure that the vehicle's safety systems
provide you with optimal protection, we
request that you direct your careful
attention to the following section.
For supplementary information on
transporting children refer to page 55.
Airbags
Always maintain an adequate distance between yourself and the
airbags. Always hold the steering wheel
by the rim to keep any chance of injury
to hands or arms to an absolute minimum should the airbag be deployed.
Never allow any objects, individuals or
animals to obstruct the areas between
passengers and airbags. Never use the
front airbag's cover as a storage tray or
support for objects of any kind. Never
allow front passengers to rest their feet
or legs on the airbag cover.<
For airbag locations and additional
information on airbags, refer to
page 52.
Safety belt
Your vehicle offers five sitting positions,
each of which is provided with a safety
belt.
Never allow more than one person
to wear a single safety belt. Never
allow infants or small children to ride in
a passenger's lap. Avoid twisting the
belt while routing it firmly across the
pelvis and shoulder, wear it as snugly
against your body as possible. Do not
allow the belt to rest against hard or
fragile objects in your pockets. Do not
route the belt across your neck, or run it
across sharp edges. Be sure that the
belt does not become caught or
jammed. Avoid wearing bulky clothing
and pull on the lap belt periodically to
retension it over your shoulders. In the
event of a frontal impact, a loose lap
belt could slide over the hips, leading to
abdominal injury. In addition, the safety
belt's restraint effectiveness is reduced
if the belt is worn loosely. Expectant
mothers should always wear their
safety belts, taking care to position the
lap belt against the lower hips, where it
will not exert pressure against the
abdominal area. Leave the rear safety
belts in the holders, if they are not
needed, to avoid unwanted movement
from the safety belts at high speeds.<
For information on using the safety
belts, refer to page 46.
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Controls
Maintenance
3 Backrest angle
Pull the lever and apply weight to or
remove weight from the backrest as
required
Index
Data
Never try to adjust your seat while
operating the vehicle. The seat
could respond with an unexpected
movement, and the ensuing loss of
vehicle control could lead to an accident. Never ride with the backrest
reclined to an extreme angle. This is
especially important for the front passenger to remember. If you do, there is
a risk that you will slide under the safety
Seat adjustment
belt in an accident, thus reducing the
protection provided by the safety belt.< 1 Forward/backward adjustment
Pull the lever and slide the seat to the
Seat adjustment
desired position.
After you release the lever, move the
> Manual seat adjustment, refer to
seat forward or backward slightly so
page 43
that it engages fully
> Power seat adjustment, refer to
page 44
2 Height
> Head restraint, refer to page 45.
Pull the lever and apply weight to or
remove weight from the seat as
required
Overview
When adjusting your seat, always
observe the following precautions
Repairs
Seats
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Power seat adjustment*
Seat adjustment
Thigh support
Adjusting the lumbar support*
1 Tilt angle
Pull the lever and adjust the position of
the cushion for thigh support as
desired.
You can adjust the backrest's contour
to support the lordosis of the spine, i.e.
the curvature of its lumbar section.
2 Forward/backward adjustment
3 Height
4 Backrest angle
The head restraint and the thigh support are adjusted manually.
The upper hips and spinal column
receive supplementary support to help
you maintain a relaxed, upright position.
> To increase or decrease the curvature: press front or rear of the switch.
> To shift the curvature up or down:
press the upper or lower part of the
switch.
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Adjusting the width of the
backrest*
To adjust
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To bring the head restraint into
one of its lowest positions, press
the button, arrow 1, and slide the head
restraint down.<
Adjust the angle of the front head
restraints by tilting them manually.
You can reduce the risk of spinal
injury and whiplash by adjusting
the head restraint to a height at which it
is centered roughly at ear level.<
Data
Increase or decrease backrest width:
press front or rear of the switch.
Height: pull the head restraint up or
push it down.
Index
Use the controls found along the sides
of the seat to adjust the width for the
backrest. This way you can set the
sides of the seat so that they conform
to your body contours.
Maintenance
Controls
Overview
Power seat adjustment*
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Head restraints
Entering the rear
Safety belts
Removal
1. Pull the head restraint up as far as it
will go
2. Press the button, arrow 1, and pull
out the head restraint completely.
Installation – front
Press button 1 and slide the head
restraint into the sockets.
Removal and installation – rear
Give the head restraint a sharp upward Unlocking backrests
Always wear your safety belt
tug to release it from its locking mechaPull the lever upward and fold the back- Always fasten your safety belt before
nism. Press down forcefully to install.
rest forward.
starting off. As supplemental restraint
The outer levers hold the safety belt to devices, the airbags are designed to
enhance the effectiveness of the safety
enable it to be reached more easily.
belts, and not to replace them.
Lock both backrests while driving,
otherwise there is a danger of an
unexpected movement causing an
accident.<
To close
Make sure you hear the lock engage in
the belt buckle.
To release
1. Press the red button in the belt
buckle
2. Hold the belt
3. Guide the belt back into its reel.
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Adjusting safety belt height
Use the height adjustment mechanism
to adapt the safety belt to the ideal
position for your own body:
Maintenance
Controls
Overview
In the rear, the belt buckle with
the word CENTER is provided
exclusively for the passenger sitting in
the middle.<
Data
If the safety belt system has been
subjected to the stresses involved
in an accident or otherwise damaged:
have the entire safety belt mechanism
replaced by your BMW center, including the safety belt tensioner. In addition, have your BMW center inspect the
safety belt anchors. If a child-restraint
system was in the vehicle during an
accident, consult the manufacturer's
instructions regarding replacement.<
Index
Please refer to the seat adjustment
instructions on page 42.
Repairs
> Slide the button up or down.
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Seat and mirror memory*
To select a stored setting
Do not select a memory position
while the vehicle is moving. If you
do so, there is a risk of accident from
unexpected seat movement.<
Driver's door open after unlocking or
ignition key in position 1:
You can store and recall three different
driver's seat and outside mirror positions.
Memory will not retain the adjustments made to the lumbar supports or the width of the backrests.<
To store
1. Ignition key in position 1 or 2
2. Adjust your seat and outside mirrors
to the desired position
3. Press the MEMORY button: the indicator lamp in the button lights up
4. Press memory button 1, 2 or 3, as
desired. The indicator lamp goes out.
Before activating the programmed
adjustment feature, ensure that
the footwell behind the driver's seat is
empty and unobstructed. If you fail to
do so, persons, animals or objects
could be injured or damaged if the seat
should move backward.<
> Briefly press memory button 1, 2 or 3,
as desired.
Movement stops immediately when
one of the seat-adjustment or memory buttons is activated during the
adjustment process.
With the driver's door closed and the
ignition key either removed or in position 0 or 2:
> Press and hold the desired memory
button – 1, 2 or 3 – until the adjustment process is completed.
If you press the MEMORY button accidentally: press the button again; the
indicator lamp goes out.
You can have this feature programmed so that when you use
the remote control from your personalized key to unlock your door, your seat
and the exterior mirrors will move into
your own preferred positions.<
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Seat and mirror memory*
Seat heating*
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1. Select the driver's mirror using the
mirror selector switch 1
2. When shifting into Reverse or placing
the selector lever in position R, the
passenger-side mirror tilts downward. This allows the driver to see
the area directly adjacent to the vehicle, e.g. the curb, during parking.
To deactivate:
Set the mirror selector switch to the
passenger-side position.
You can call up different heating modes
by repeatedly pressing the buttons.
You can also switch the higher heating
modes off directly:
Press the button and hold it slightly
longer.
Repairs
To activate:
Data
Automatic curb monitor*
The seat cushion and backrest can be
heated with the ignition key in
position 2.
Index
Passenger-side exterior mirror tilt
function
Maintenance
Controls
Overview
How far the passenger mirror tilts
can be set individually for each
ignition key.<
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Mirrors
The mirror on the passenger's
side is more convex than the
driver's mirror. The objects reflected in
the mirror are closer than they appear.
This means that when you are estimating the distance to following vehicles,
the mirror is not necessarily a reliable
aid. This also applies to the outer parts
of each mirror.<
Electric defrosting
To adjust exterior mirrors
1 Switch for 4-way adjustment
2 Switch to select between mirrors
To adjust manually
The mirrors can also be adjusted manually:
Press the edges of the lens.
To store the mirror settings, refer to
Seat and mirror memory on page 48.
Curved mirror
The outer part of each mirror conveys a
slightly distorted, larger field of vision
than the inner part of the mirror. This
helps to extend your range of vision
toward the rear and to reduce the size
of the blind spot.
Both mirrors are heated automatically in
ignition key position 2.
Interior rearview mirror with
automatic dimming feature
While the vehicle is being driven forward, this mirror dims light through an
infinitely variable range depending on
the light's incidence. Two photocells in
the interior rearview mirror serve this
purpose. One is positioned in the mirror's frame, while the other is slightly
offset on the opposite side of the mirror.
To ensure perfect functioning, keep the
photocells clean and the area between
the interior rearview mirror and the
windshield free of any obstruction like
stickers, etc.
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Repairs
1. Push the locking lever downward
2. Adjust steering column reach and
height for your selected seating position
3. Pull the lever back up.
Data
Never attempt to adjust the steering wheel while driving the vehicle
– it could respond with unexpected
movement, posing a potential accident
hazard.<
Index
To adjust
Maintenance
Controls
Overview
Steering wheel
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Airbags
The side airbags in the rear passenger area* of your vehicle may
already have been deactivated by a
BMW center. You may have them activated if you desire to do so. Please
contact your BMW center for additional
information.<
The airbags do not deploy in
response to minor collisions, rear
impacts and certain kinds of vehicle
rollover.<
1 Front airbags on the driver and passenger sides
2 Head airbags for driver and front passenger
3 Side airbags on the driver and passenger sides – front and rear*
Protective effect
The front airbags protect the driver and
passenger in the event of a head-on
collision where the protection provided
by the safety belt alone would not be
adequate. The head and side airbags
help provide protection in the event of a
collision from the side. The respective
side airbag helps support the seat
occupant's upper body.
Do not apply adhesive materials to
the cover panels of the airbags,
cover them or modify them in any other
way. Do not attempt to remove the airbag restraint system from the vehicle. In
the event of a malfunction, deactivation
or triggered activation – as a response
to an accident – of the airbag restraint
system, consult your BMW center for
inspection, repair or disassembly. Modifications may not be made on either
the wiring or the individual components
in the airbag system. These include the
upholstered covers on the steering
wheel, instrument panel, side trim panels of the doors and front roof pillars,
and on the sides of the headliner. Do
not attempt to remove or dismantle the
steering wheel. Unprofessional
attempts to service the system could
lead to failure in an emergency or
undesired airbag activation, either of
which could result in personal injury. Do
not touch the individual components
directly after the system has been triggered, as otherwise there is a danger of
burns.<
For information on the correct sitting
position, refer to page 42.
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Overview
deactivated, please contact your BMW
center.<
In sensitive individuals, the ignition and
inflation noise may induce a mild hearing loss that is temporary in most
cases.
This is the right way a child should sit in
a child restraint when rear side airbags
are provided.
Data
Repairs
Airbag warning information is also provided on the sun visors.
Maintenance
Controls
Even when all these guidelines are
observed, there is still a small residual
risk of injuries to the face, hands and
arms occurring from airbag deployment
in isolated instances.
Index
At all times, occupants should sit
upright and be properly restrained
– infants and small children in appropriate child-restraint systems; larger children and adults using the safety belts.
Never let an occupant's head rest near
or on a side airbag because the inflating
airbag could cause a serious or fatal
injury. Please note that the word Airbag
imprinted on the door trim panel indicates the airbag's location.
Accident research shows that the safest place for children in an automobile
is in the rear seat. However, a child sitting in the rear seat and not properly
restrained may place his or her head on
or near the side airbag, if so equipped.
For example, a child – even though
belted in – may fall asleep with his or
her head against the side airbag. It may
be difficult for a driver to ensure that
children in the rear seat will remain
properly positioned at all times and not
place their heads on or near the side
airbag. Therefore, we recommend that
the rear seat side airbags, if provided,
be deactivated if you plan to transport
children in the rear seat.
The rear seat side airbags may already
have been deactivated by a BMW center. If you are uncertain of their status,
or wish to have the airbags activated or
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Airbags
If there is a system malfunction,
there is a risk that the airbags will
not be triggered within their normal
response range, even if the level of
impact would normally have triggered
them. Have your BMW center inspect
the airbag system immediately.<
This is the right way a larger child
should sit wearing the seat belt when
rear side airbags are provided.
Indicator lamp
The indicator lamp indicates the
operational status of the airbag
system when the ignition key is
in position 1 or higher.
System operational:
> The indicator lamp comes on briefly
when the ignition key is turned to
position 1 or higher.
System malfunction:
> Indicator lamp does not come on or
> indicator lamp lights up continuously.
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Overview
Controls
Maintenance
Repairs
In your BMW, all seats equipped with a
three-point safety belt – except for the
driver's seat – are suitable for installing
universal child-restraint systems of all
age classes and which have been
approved for the age group in question.
restraint system that has first been
properly secured with a safety belt.
Never install a rearward-facing childrestraint system in the front passenger
seat.
We strongly urge you to carefully read
and comply with the instructions for
installation and use provided by the
child restraint's manufacturer whenever you use such a device.
The width adjustment of the front passenger seat must be set at full width.
Do not call up any seat memory positions after the child seat has been
installed; there is otherwise a risk of
injury.
Do not attempt to modify child-restraint
systems. If you do this, the protection
provided by these systems could be
impaired.
Be sure that all occupants – of all ages –
remain properly and securely restrained
at all times.<
Data
Correct location for installing
Before installing any childrestraint device or child seat,
please read the following:
Never install a rearward-facing childrestraint system in the front passenger
seat of this vehicle.
Your vehicle is equipped with an airbag
supplemental restraint system for the
front passenger. Because the backrest
on any rearward-facing child-restraint
system – of the kind designed for
infants under 1 year and 20 lbs/9 kg –
would be within the airbag's deployment range, you should never mount
such a device in the front passenger
seat, since the impact of the airbag
against the child restraint's backrest
could lead to serious or fatal injuries.
If it is necessary for a child – not an
infant – to ride in the front seat, certain
precautions should be taken. First,
move the passenger seat as far away
from the instrument panel as possible.
This important precaution is intended to
maximize the distance between the airbag and the child. Older children
should be tightly secured with the
safety belt after they have outgrown a
booster seat that is appropriate for their
age, height, and weight.
Younger children should be secured in
an appropriate forward-facing child-
Index
Commercially available child-restraint
systems are designed to be secured
with a lap belt or with the lap belt portion of a combination lap/shoulder belt.
Improperly or inadequately installed
restraint systems can increase the risk
of injury to children. Always read and
follow the instructions that come with
the system.
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All rear seating positions in your vehicle
meet the recommendations of
SAE J1819, an industry recommended
practice for securing child-restraint systems in motor vehicles.
Child-restraint system with tether
strap
If you use a child-restraint system with
a tether strap, three additional tether
anchorage points have been provided.
Depending on the location selected for
seating in the rear passenger area,
attach the tether strap to the corresponding anchorage point to secure the
child-restraint system, as shown in the
illustration.
If the respective seating position is fitted with a headrest, lift the headrest
and pass the tether strap between the
headrest and the seat back.
It is recommended to readjust the head
restraint in the lowest possible position.
Adjust the tether strap according to the
child-restraint manufacturer's instructions.
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Overview
The belt cannot be extracted further.
Always observe the installation instructions provided by the manufacturer of
the child-restraint system.
To unlock the safety belt
A label with the appropriate instructions
for this is located in the immediate
vicinity of the buckle latch of each
safety belt.
LATCH: Lower Anchors and Tether for
CHildren
The left and right rear seats are both
equipped with a LATCH child-restraint
mounting system.
Maintenance
All of the rear belt retractors and the
front passenger's safety belt can be
locked for mounting and securing childrestraint systems.
LATCH child-restraint mounting
system
Repairs
Child seat security
Controls
Release the safety belt, remove the
child seat and retract the safety belt to
its end position on the belt retractor.
Index
Extract the entire length of the belt from
the inertia reel mechanism. Allow the
reel to retract the belt somewhat and
engage the buckle, then tighten the belt
against the child-restraint system. The
retraction mechanism is now locked.
Data
To lock the safety belt
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The LATCH anchorage points are identified by symbols.
Remove the cover from the outside
anchorage by pulling forward. When
reinstalling ensure that the recess is on
the top.
With through-loading system: tilt the
backrest halfway forward to make the
cover easier to remove, refer to
page 100.
The illustration is an example showing
the anchorages for a LATCH childrestraint mounting system at the right
rear seat.
Always follow all manufacturer's
instructions and observe all safety
precautions when installing the LATCH
child-restraint system. Leave the rear
safety belts in the holders, if they are
not needed, to avoid unwanted movement from the safety belts at high
speeds.<
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Vehicle Memory, Key Memory
When your vehicle is unlocked with the
remote control, the vehicle recognizes
the individual user by means of a data
exchange with the key, and makes
adjustments accordingly.
You will see this symbol throughout the Owner's Manual. It is to
remind you at appropriate places of the
settings that are available to you.<
Examples for Vehicle Memory:
> Various signals that can serve as
acknowledgment for locking and
> Locks the vehicle automatically after
you start off, refer to page 33
> Automatically moves the seat and
outside mirror into position for the
programmed driver when unlocking
the vehicle, refer to page 48
> Automatic tilting of the passengerside mirror, refer to Automatic curb
monitor, page 49
Overview
Controls
Maintenance
Repairs
The available configuration data fall into
two categories, according to whether
their primary orientation is the vehicle –
Vehicle Memory – or the individual –
Key Memory. You can have up to four
different basic settings adjusted for four
different persons. The only requirement is that each person uses his or her
own remote control key.
Data
You have probably frequently wished
that you could configure individual
functions of your vehicles to reflect your
own personal requirements. In engineering your vehicle, BMW has provided for a number of options for personal adjustment that can be
programmed into your vehicle at your
BMW center.
unlocking the vehicle, refer to
page 29
> Activates/deactivates the 'Follow me
home' lamps function, refer to
page 87
> Activates/deactivates daytime driving lamps, refer to page 87
> Sets the units of measure for displaying time, outside temperature, distance traveled and fuel consumption
in the instrument cluster
> When you shift into Reverse, an
acoustic signal indicates that PDC
Distinguishing between keys
has been activated, refer to page 81
In order for you to distinguish between > Switches on rear window defroster
different keys, colored decals are supautomatically, refer to page 93
plied together with the keys.
> Activates/deactivates various alarm
system functions, refer to page 38
What the system can do
> After giving an ice warning, the
onboard computer display returns to
Your BMW center can provide you with
the previous setting, refer to page 79.
details on the possibilities that the Vehicle and Key Memory systems offer:
Examples for Key Memory:
Index
How the system functions
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> After the engine is started, calls up
the last selected driving program for
each shifting mode, refer to page 69.
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Ignition lock
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Ignition key positions
0 Steering locked
1 Steering unlocked
Maintenance
Individual electrical accessories are
ready for operation.
Controls
You will find that it is often easier to turn
the ignition key from position 0 to position 1 when you move the steering
wheel slightly to help disengage the
lock.
Overview
Steering unlocked
2 Ignition switched on
After removing the key, turn the steering wheel slightly to the left or right until
the lock engages.
If the key is not removed, an acoustic
signal is sounded after the driver's door
has been opened.
Data
The key can only be inserted and
removed in this position.
Index
Steering locked
Repairs
3 Starting engine
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Starting the engine and driving off
Do not allow the engine to warm
up by leaving it running while the
vehicle remains stationary. Instead,
drive off immediately at a moderate
engine speed.<
Do not allow the engine to run in
enclosed spaces. Otherwise,
breathing the exhaust fumes can lead
to unconsciousness and death. The
exhaust gases contain carbon monoxide, an odorless and colorless, but
highly toxic gas. Do not leave the vehicle unattended with the engine running.
An unattended vehicle with a running
engine represents a safety hazard.
If you leave the vehicle with the engine
running, move the gearshift lever into
the idling position or the selector lever
into position N, as applicable, and
apply the parking brake. If you fail to do
this, the vehicle could move.<
> Do not press the accelerator pedal
while starting the engine
> Do not end the starting procedure too
early, but do not continue it for more
than 20 seconds
> Release the ignition key immediately
when the engine starts
> Do not let the engine warm up in
idling position. Instead, begin to drive
at moderate engine speeds.
If the engine does not start on the first
attempt, such as when it is very hot or
cold:
Press the accelerator pedal halfway
down while engaging the starter.
Cold starts at very low temperatures
below about +57/–156 and at high
altitudes above 3,300 ft/1,000 m:
> On the first attempt, engage the
starter for approx. 10 seconds
> Press the accelerator pedal halfway
down while engaging the starter.
Manual transmission
1. Engage the parking brake
2. Gearshift lever in idling position
3. Depress the clutch pedal.
If the clutch pedal is not depressed,
the engine cannot be started
4. Start the engine. Do not press the
accelerator pedal. Do not actuate the
starter for too short a time. Do not
turn it for more than approx.
20 seconds. Release the ignition key
immediately when the engine starts
Sequential M gearbox with
Drivelogic
1. Depress footbrake
Extended starting attempts, char- 2. Move selector lever into position N
acterized by excessively frequent 3. Start the engine. Do not actuate the
starter for too short a time. Do not
or long periods with the starter
turn it for more than approx.
engaged can damage the catalytic con20 seconds. Release the ignition key
verter.<
immediately when the engine starts
4.
Engage a driving position
When driving, standing at idle or
5. Release footbrake and slowly
parking the vehicle, take care to
depress accelerator pedal.
avoid contact between the hot exhaust
system and flammable materials –
grass, hay, leaves, etc. Such contact
could lead to a fire, resulting in serious
personal injury and property damage.<
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Engine idle speed is controlled by the
engine computer system. Increased
speeds at start-up are normal and
should decrease as the engine warms
up. If engine speed does not decrease,
service is required.
Overview
Controls
Maintenance
Repairs
Data
Before exiting the vehicle with the
engine running, move the selector
lever into position N and apply the
parking brake.
Never leave the vehicle unattended
with the engine running. An unattended vehicle with a running engine
represents a safety hazard.<
To prevent the battery from discharging, always deactivate electrical
devices that are not in use. Switch the
ignition off when the vehicle is not
being driven.
Index
With the engine running, the gear
indicator in the SMG Drivelogic
display flashes to indicate that a driving
position is engaged with the driver's
door open or that the hood is not
closed properly, refer to page 67.
If neither the pedals, the shift paddles,
nor the selector lever are actuated, then
the gearbox is automatically taken out
of gear after approx. four seconds. It
will then be necessary to move the
selector lever back to position N before
engaging the desired driving position.
Driving off is not possible with the hood
open.<
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You should never remove the ignition key when the vehicle is in
motion, as the steering lock could
engage.
When you leave the vehicle, always
remove the ignition key and engage the
steering lock.<
Parking brake
The warning stops after approx.
10 seconds. If you move the selector
lever into a forward or reverse position
during this time, a gear is automatically
engaged.
Always engage the parking brake
when parking on downhill roads.
Engaging a gear may not sufficiently
secure the vehicle against rolling.<
Manual transmission
Turn the ignition key to position 1 or 0.
The parking brake is designed primarily
to prevent the vehicle from rolling when
it is parked. It operates against the rear
wheels.
Sequential M gearbox with
Drivelogic
To engage
If you turn the ignition key to position 1
or 0 with the selector lever in the forward or reverse position, a gear automatically remains engaged.
The detent engages automatically, and
the indicator lamp in the instrument
cluster comes on when the ignition key
is in position 2, refer to page 18.
If you turn the ignition key to position 1
or 0 with the selector lever in position
N, a warning tone and the flashing gear
indicator in the SMG Drivelogic display
remind you that no gear is engaged to
secure the vehicle against rolling.
To release
Pull up slightly on the lever, press the
button and lower the lever.
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Overview
Controls
Maintenance
When shifting gears in the 5th/6th
gear plane, be sure to press the
gearshift lever to the right in order to
prevent inadvertent selection of a gear
in the 3rd/4th gear plane. Do not hold
the vehicle in place on slopes by slipping or 'riding' the clutch. Use the parking brake instead. Riding the clutch
leads to severe and premature clutch
wear.<
Repairs
To avoid corrosion and one-sided
braking, apply the parking brake
from time to time when coasting to a
standstill – at a traffic light, for example
– provided that it is safe to do so.<
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Reverse
Select only when the vehicle is stationary. Press the shift lever to the left to
overcome the resistance.
As you do this, the backup lamps will
light up automatically when the ignition
key is in position 2.
Data
If exceptional circumstances
make it necessary to engage the
parking brake while the vehicle is in
motion, do not pull it with excessive
pressure. Keep your thumb pressed
against the release button while carefully pulling the lever up.
Excessive pressure can lead to overbraking and loss of traction – fishtailing
– at the rear axle.
The brake lamps do not come on when
the parking brake is engaged.
Always engage the parking brake when
parking on downhill roads. Engaging a
gear may not sufficiently secure the
vehicle against rolling.<
Manual transmission
Index
Parking brake
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Sequential M gearbox with Drivelogic*
The concept
The sequential M gearbox with
Drivelogic is an automated manual
gearbox with which clutching and shifting is assumed by an electro-hydraulic
system.
> Operating safety through protection
against misshifting.
Under normal operating conditions, fuel
consumption is lowest when driving in
the first driving program of the automated shifting mode.
The SMG Drivelogic is operated via two
shift paddles on the steering wheel and
the selector lever in the center console.
It offers the following functions:
> Sequential and automated shifting
mode
> Ability to choose between different
driving programs – Drivelogic
> Gradient assistance, refer to page 69
> Upshift display and shift lights, refer
to page 70
> RPM matching on downshifts
> Driving dependent functions:
The respective driving situation, e.g.
cornering, mountain driving or braking, is detected by sensors and taken
into account for shifting, e.g. to
achieve optimum gear selection during deceleration and subsequent
acceleration
> Slip recognition at the rear axle for
increasing driving stability, e.g. during downshifting on slippery road
surfaces
Selector lever positions
R: Reverse position
N: Neutral position
Forward position with one-touch mode:
> S: sequential mode
> D: automated mode
> +: upshifting in sequential mode
> –: downshifting in sequential mode.
The SMG Drivelogic is ready for operation from ignition key position two or
higher.
For your safety, it is only possible to
engage a driving position with the vehicle stopped approx. two seconds after
engaging position 0 with the footbrake
depressed – shift-lock function.
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N – Neutral
1 Engaged gear
2 Selected driving program, corresponds to the number of illuminated
fields, refer to page 69
3 Tapping the selector lever to the right
switches over into the displayed shift
mode
4 D indicates that an automated shift
mode is activated
If the driving situation requires, e.g.
when downshifting on slippery roads,
the SMG Drivelogic automatically disengages and reengages the clutch, i.e.
it is not necessary to manually engage
position 0.
S – Sequential mode
In the sequential mode all forward
gears are to be shifted by the driver.
Overview
To switch from automated to sequential
mode:
> Tap the selector lever to the right
toward S or
> change gears with the selector lever
or the shift paddles on the steering
wheel.
Data
The selector lever position, currently
engaged gear and selected driving program are displayed in the instrument
cluster.
Index
SMG display in instrument cluster
Always engage before starting the
engine.
Controls
An intermittent signal tone indicates that the reverse position has
been engaged.<
Maintenance
Only engage with the vehicle stopped
or at low speed, e.g. for rocking free in
deep snow.
You do not need to reduce the throttle
for shifting.
Repairs
R – Reverse position
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Sequential M gearbox with Drivelogic*
You accelerate from higher gears, e.g.
during passing, by manually downshifting.
In the following situations the
SMG Drivelogic in the sequential mode
assists you:
To switch from sequential to automated
mode: tap the selector lever to the right
toward D. Watch the display in the
instrument cluster, refer to page 67.
For rapid acceleration, e.g. during
passing, depress the accelerator pedal
> Upshifts and downshifts are only exe- completely – kickdown. The gearbox
cuted at appropriate combinations of now downshifts depending on the
selected driving program.
engine rpm and vehicle speed. For
instance, downshifts that would
Even in the automated mode, you can
result in excessive engine speed are help specify the shifting point: if a gearnot executed
dependent minimum speed is
Shifting gears with shift paddles on
> During a stop the gearbox is autoexceeded, you can upshift by slowly
steering wheel:
matically downshifted into the first
reducing pressure on the accelerator
gear so that, e.g. before a traffic light, pedal. In the process, the respective
> To upshift, briefly pull the right padit is only necessary to accelerate to
driving situation is detected by sensors
dle +
continue driving
and taken into account.
> To downshift, briefly pull the left pad> As speed diminishes, the gearbox
dle –.
downshifts automatically, without you
taking any action, just before the
Shift paddles with various widths
vehicle slows to below each gear's
matched to the shape of your
minimum speed.
hand are available from your BMW center.<
D – Automated mode
Shifting gears with selector lever:
> To upshift, pull the selector lever
backward in the + direction
> To downshift, push the selector lever
in the – direction.
No automatic upshifting is carried out in
the sequential mode.
Each time the engine is started, the
automated mode is activated as soon
as you move the selector lever into the
forward driving position.
In the automated mode all forward
gears are shifted automatically.
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Press the Drivelogic repeatedly until the
desired driving program is shown in the
SMG display of the instrument cluster,
refer to page 67.
In the automated mode you can select
from five driving programs ranging from
convenience mode/winter operation to
sporty and highly dynamic.
In the first automated driving program,
starting off takes place in second gear,
which is advisable under winter road
conditions with ice and snow.
Following each change between the
sequential and the automated mode,
the last driving program selected in the
respective mode is active. Exception: if
program 6 had been the last selected
sequential driving program, program 5
is activated instead.
Your vehicle is set so that when
the engine is started, the last
selected driving program saved in your
key is activated for each shifting
mode.<
1. Depress footbrake with vehicle
stopped
2. Activate the gradient assistance by
pulling the left paddle for at least
0.5 seconds. An increase in the
engine speed indicates that the gradient assistance is activated
Briefly pulling the left paddle again
deactivates the gradient assistance again.<
Overview
Controls
Maintenance
Drivelogic makes various driving programs available to you.
The vehicle may roll slightly before
it is held by the gradient assistance after releasing the footbrake.
Two seconds after the footbrake is
released, the vehicle begins to roll, as it
is no longer held with the gradient
assistance.<
3. Release the footbrake and start off
within 2 seconds.
The gradient assistance must be reactivated before each use.
Index
Drivelogic
The gradient assistance enables starting off on grades with virtually no rollback. It can be activated in the sequential and automated mode with the vehicle stopped and can be used for both
forward and reverse driving.
Repairs
To maintain vehicle stability,
always drive with the DSC activated on whenever possible.<
Gradient assistance
Data
In the sequential mode you can choose
from six driving programs ranging from
balanced, dynamic driving – 1 – to
sporty, puristic driving – 6. The sporty,
puristic driving program can only be
activated when Dynamic Stability Control DSC is switched off, refer to
page 82.
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Indicator lamp
Tire replacement, snow chains
The gearbox indicator lamp in
the instrument cluster goes out
after the engine is started.
> If it does not go out, or if it lights up
during driving, a malfunction has
occurred. The available functions
may be limited under certain circumstances.
Drive carefully and with the Dynamic
Stability Control (DSC) activated.
Have the system checked by the
nearest BMW center
> If the indicator lamp flashes while
driving, the system is overloaded.
Avoid high loads until the indicator
lamp goes out again permanently.
Following a tire or wheel change and
after mounting or removing snow
chains, the slip recognition of the
SMG Drivelogic must become familiar
with the changed condition.
Reinitialize the system afterwards.
Shift lights
To achieve the best possible vehicle
acceleration with a sporty driving style
in the sequential mode, shift lights in
the instrument cluster indicate the optimum shifting point shortly before the
maximum engine speed is reached.
1. When the maximum engine speed is
approached, yellow indicator fields –
shift lights – in the tachometer light
up consecutively to indicate the
approaching upshift time
2. Shift at the latest when the last indicator field lights up red.
1. Move the selector lever into
position N on a straight stretch of
road at a speed of over 20 mph /
30 km/h
2. Pull both shift paddles for approx.
2 seconds.
If you do not carry out the initialization,
the system automatically learns the
changed condition gradually during
driving. This can become apparent due
to brief opening and closing of the
clutch.
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1 High beams
2 Headlamp flasher
3 Turn signal indicators
Maintenance
Controls
Overview
Turn signal indicator/Headlamp flasher
Data
If the flashing of the indicator lamp
and the clicking from the relay are
both faster than usual, one of the turn
signal indicators has failed.<
Index
Press the lever up to the resistance
point but not beyond. It then returns to
the center position when released.
Repairs
To signal briefly
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Washer/wiper system/Rain sensor*
Rain sensor*
Fast wiper speed
The rain sensor is positioned on the
windshield, directly behind the interior
rearview mirror.
When the vehicle is stationary, the wipers operate at normal speed – not on
vehicles with rain sensor.
To activate the rain sensor:
0 Wipers retracted
1 Intermittent operation or rain sensor
2 Normal wiper speed
3 Fast wiper speed
4 Brief wipe
5 Rotary dial for control of the wipe
interval or the sensitivity of the rain
sensor
Intermittent mode
Not on vehicles with rain sensor.
You can set the wipe interval at four
stages with rotary dial 5. In addition, the
wipe interval is varied automatically
depending on road speed.
> With the ignition key in position 1 or
higher, move the lever to position 1.
The wipers travel once across the
windshield, regardless of the weather
> You can leave the lever permanently
in position 1. With the ignition key in
position 1 or higher, it is then only
necessary to activate the rain sensor.
To do this
> turn rotary dial 5 upward or
> clean windshield 1, refer to page 73.
To adjust the sensitivity of the rain sensor: turn rotary dial 5.
To deactivate the rain sensor:
Place lever in position 0.
Turn the rain sensor off in automatic car washes. Failure to do so
could result in damage caused by
undesired wiper activation.<
Normal wiper speed
When the vehicle is stationary, the wipers switch automatically to intermittent
wipe – not on vehicles with rain sensor.
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Windshield washer nozzles
1 Clean windshield and headlamps
To activate the system
In ignition key position 2:
The windshield washer jets are warmed
automatically when the ignition key is in
position 2.
Press the button in the steering wheel.
The indicator lamp in the instrument
cluster comes on, refer to page 21. You
can now use the cruise control.
Clean windshield and headlamps*
When the vehicle's lighting system is
switched on, the headlamps will also be
cleaned at reasonable intervals.
Do not use cruise control on twisting roads, when high traffic density prevents driving at a constant
speed, or when the road surface is slick
– snow, rain, ice – or loose – rocks or
gravel, sand.<
To deactivate the system
Data
The system sprays washer fluid against
the windshield and activates the wipers
for a brief period.
Overview
The cruise control is operational whenever the engine is running and the system has been activated.
Press button as often as you need to
until the indicator lamp in the instrument cluster goes out.
Cruise control is also deactivated when
the ignition key is in position 0.
Index
0 Wipers retracted
Starting at about 20 mph / 30 km/h, you
can maintain and store any vehicle
speed that you specify.
Controls
Do not use the washers if there is
any danger that the fluid will
freeze on the windshield, as your vision
could be obscured. Always use a windshield washer antifreeze in cold
weather. Refer to page 122.
Do not use the washers if the fluid reservoir is empty, as the washer pump
will otherwise be damaged.<
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Maintenance
Cruise control*
Repairs
Washer/wiper system/Rain sensor*
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Cruise control*
To recall the stored setting
The speed stored in memory is deleted. Press and hold button –:
To store and maintain speed or to
accelerate
With the cruise control active, the system automatically reduces the throttle
opening to slow the vehicle. When you
release the button, the system stores
and maintains the current speed.
Press button:
The vehicle accelerates to and maintains the last speed stored.
Press button + briefly:
The system stores and maintains the
current vehicle speed. Every time you
tap the button, the speed increases by
approx. 0.6 mph / 1 km/h.
Press and hold button +:
To interrupt the cruise control
When the system is activated, press the
button. The indicator lamp stays on.
You can use the cruise control again
whenever you want by calling up the
speed that was stored last.
The vehicle accelerates without pressure on the accelerator pedal. When
you release the button, the system
stores and maintains the current speed. In addition, cruise control is interrupted
automatically:
If on a downhill gradient the
engine braking effect is not sufficient, the controlled speed can be
exceeded. Speed can drop on uphill
grades if the engine output is insufficient.<
To decelerate
> When the brakes are applied
> When pressing down the clutch pedal
> If you exceed or fall below the programmed speed for an extended
period – by depressing the accelerator, for example
> Sequential M gearbox with Drivelogic, refer to page 66: when shifting
in the sequential mode.
Press button – briefly:
When cruise control is active, every tap
of the button reduces the speed by
approx. 0.6 mph / 1 km/h.
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Everything under control
Odometer
Tachometer
Engine oil temperature
1 Odometer
Variable pre-warning zone
2 Trip odometer
The yellow pre-warning zone displays
current permissible engine speeds,
depending on the engine temperature.
As the engine temperature climbs,
some of the sectors for this pre-warning
zones will go out one after the other.
The general operating temperature lies
between 1757/806 and 2507/
1206. During high-performance driving, do not exceed a maximum value of
3007/1506.
Trip odometer
To reset the trip odometer to zero,
press the left button with the ignition
key in position 1 or higher.
Repairs
Avoid engine speeds in the early warning zone if possible.
Never allow the engine to operate with
the needle in the red overspeed zone of
the gauge.
To protect the engine, the fuel supply is
interrupted when you approach this
sector.
Data
You can activate the displays shown in
the illustration with the ignition key in
position 0 by pressing the left button in
the instrument cluster.
Index
Odometer
Maintenance
Controls
Overview
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Fuel gauge
Engine coolant temperature gauge
To check the coolant level, refer to
page 124.
Once the indicator lamp stays on continuously, there are still approx.
2 gallons/8 liters of fuel in the fuel tank.
Fuel tank capacity approx. 16.6 gal./
63 liters.
If the tilt of the vehicle varies – when
you are driving in mountainous areas,
for example – the needle may fluctuate
slightly.
Blue
The engine is still cold. Drive at moderate engine and vehicle speeds.
Between the blue and red zones
Normal operating range. The needle
may rise as far as the edge of the red
sector during normal operation.
Red
Fill the fuel tank before it is completely empty. Driving to the last
drop of fuel can prevent the engine
from operating properly and result in
damage.<
When you switch on the ignition, the
indicator lamp lights up briefly as an
operation check.
When you switch on the ignition, the
warning lamp comes on briefly as an
operation check.
If the lamp comes on while operating
the vehicle: the engine has overheated.
Switch off the engine immediately and
allow it to cool down.
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Check Control
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The computer bases its calculations of
the remaining distance on the preceding driving style.
1 Inspect the low-beam and high-beam
headlamps, as well as the parking
lamps
2 Door open
Repairs
The next service due appears with the
message OIL SERVICE or
INSPECTION, together with the distance remaining in miles – in kilometers
in Canada – before the next scheduled
service.
When the ignition key is in position 2,
the following information and/or conditions are indicated using symbols until
the conditions have been corrected.
3 Luggage compartment lid open
4 Check tail or brake lamps
When you open the driver's door, after
having turned the ignition key to position 0, you will hear an acoustic signal
for a few seconds to remind you that
the lamps have not been switched off.
Data
The displays shown in the illustration
appear for a few seconds when the
ignition key is in position 1 or higher or
after the engine is started.
Display
Index
Remaining distance to next
service
Maintenance
Controls
Overview
A flashing message and a '–' in front of
the number mean that the service interval has already been exceeded by the
distance shown on the display. Please
contact your BMW center for an
appointment.
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Clock
If you wish to have a permanent time
display, you can make this adjustment
in the car radio display, refer to the
Owner's Manual for Radio.
Every time you press the button, the
clock display alternates between the
12-hour and 24-hour mode.
In ignition key position 0: the time is
displayed for a few seconds after you
press the left button, refer to Odometer
on page 75.
You can set the time of day, and the
display for the car radio, as follows.
Setting
Before the clock can be set, the
time must be showing in the
instrument cluster display.<
With the ignition key in position 1 or
higher
To set ahead: turn the right button to
the right.
To set back: turn the right button to the
left.
The adjustment speed will increase the
longer you continue to hold the right
button.
To change the display mode: press the
right button briefly.
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Outside temperature
With the ignition key in position 1 or
higher, you can use the onboard computer button BC in the turn signal lever
to retrieve information from the computer for display in the instrument cluster.
You can change the units of measure
7/6 for the outside temperature display by pressing the right-hand reset
button in the instrument cluster while
the temperature display is active. The
units of measure 7/6 in the temperature display of the automatic climate
control change automatically, refer to
page 90.
> Time
> Outside temperature
> Average fuel consumption
> Range
> Average speed.
Ice warning
If the outside temperature drops to
about 37.57/+36, then the computer
will automatically switch to a display of
the outside temperature. In addition, a
signal sounds as a warning and the display flashes for a brief period.
Data
Order of the displays:
Index
Every time you tap the onboard computer button BC, the display changes to
the next function in sequence.
Repairs
Mode selection
Maintenance
Controls
Overview
When the ignition key is in position 1 or
higher, the last active setting is displayed.
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Computer
After giving an ice warning, the
display returns to the previous
setting.<
It is important that you refuel when
the cruising range falls below
approx. 35 miles/50 kilometers. Otherwise, the engine cannot be guaranteed
to operate properly and damage may
result.<
The ice warning does not alter the
fact that surface ice can form at
temperatures above 37.5 7/+36, on
bridges or shaded road surfaces, for
instance.<
Average speed
Any time spent when the vehicle is stationary and the engine is shut off is
ignored for the calculation.
Average fuel consumption
If you press the onboard computer button BC in the turn signal lever for longer
while the average fuel consumption is
being displayed, a new consumption
value is calculated from that point in
time.
To reset the average speed: press the
onboard computer button BC in the
turn signal lever for approx. 2 seconds.
If you wish, you can have the average fuel consumption displayed in
a different unit of measure.<
Range
The display shows a range estimate
based on the available fuel. The amount
of fuel remaining in the tank is measured, the estimated range is calculated taking into account the operating
conditions over the last 20 miles/30 km.
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Technology for safety and driving convenience
Park Distance Control (PDC)*
Controls
Maintenance
Repairs
PDC does not replace the driver's
personal responsibility for evaluatPDC assists you when you back into a
ing the distance between the vehicle
parking space. Acoustic signals alert
You can have a signal set to con- and any objects. Even when sensors
you to the momentary distance to an
firm that the PDC has been actiare involved, there is a blind spot in
object behind your vehicle. To do this,
vated.
The
signal
then
sounds
when
which objects cannot be detected. This
four ultrasonic sensors in the rear
you
shift
into
Reverse
or
move
the
applies especially in those cases where
bumper measure the distance to the
selector lever into the R position.<
the system approaches the physical
nearest object. The range for the senlimits of ultrasonic measurement, as
sors located at both rear corners ends
occurs with tow bars and trailer couAcoustic
signals
approx. 2 ft/60 cm behind the bumpers.
plings, and in the vicinity of thin or
The range for the two middle sensors is The distance to the nearest object is
indicated by a tone sounding at various wedge-shaped objects. Moreover, low
slightly less than 5 ft/1.50 m.
intervals. As the distance between vehi- objects that have already been
cle and object decreases, the intervals detected – such as a curb edge – can
PDC is a parking aid that can
disappear out of the detection range of
between the tones become shorter. A
identify objects if they are
the sensors before a continuous tone
continuous tone indicates the presapproached slowly, as is generally the
sounds.
ence of an object less than 1 ft/30 cm
case when parking. Avoid driving
Loud sources of sound from outside or
towards objects rapidly; due to underly- away.
inside the vehicle could drown out the
ing physical principles, the system may The warning signal is canceled after
PDC signal tone.<
otherwise alert you too late for you to
approx. three seconds if the distance to
take evasive steps.<
the object remains constant during this
Keep the sensors clean and free
time – if you are moving parallel to
of ice or snow in order to ensure
The system starts to operate automati- a wall, for instance.
that they will continue to operate effeccally approx. one second after you shift
System malfunctions will be indicated
tively.
into Reverse or move the selector lever
by a continuous high-pitched tone
Do not apply high pressure spray to the
into the R position with the ignition key
when the system is activated the first
sensors for a prolonged period of time.
in position 2.
time. Please have your BMW center
Always maintain a distance of more
resolve the problem.
than 4 in/10 cm.<
Let this short period elapse before
Overview
PDC is deactivated when you shift back
out of Reverse.
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The concept
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Index
driving backwards.<
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Dynamic Stability Control (DSC)
The concept
Indicator lamp for DSC
DSC supports vehicle stability, even in
critical driving situations.
The indicator lamp in the instrument cluster will go out shortly
after the ignition has been
switched on, refer to page 20.
DSC optimizes driving stability and
traction during acceleration and when
you are starting from a standstill. In
> The indicator lamp flashes: DSC is
addition, it also recognizes unstable
active and is controlling the drive
vehicle conditions, such as understeertorque based on driving conditions
ing and oversteering. By reducing
> The indicator lamp does not go out
engine power and applying brakes at
after the engine is started or lights up
the wheels, DSC helps to keep the
continuously while you are driving:
vehicle on a steady course within physDSC has been deactivated via the
ically feasible limits.
button or is defective.
DSC starts up automatically each time
you start the engine.
The laws of physics cannot be
repealed, even with DSC. The
driver remains responsible for the consequences of any inadequate driving
style. Therefore, do not take any risks
because of the additional safety provided. Do not make any modifications
to the DSC system. Allow only authorized technicians to perform service
procedures on the DSC.<
You can continue to drive the vehicle
normally without DSC. In the event of a
malfunction, contact a BMW center or a
workshop that works according to
BMW requirements with appropriately
trained personnel.
M Track mode*
M track mode is a feature of the
Dynamic Stability Control DSC,
designed for driving on dry roads. It
allows you to drive with higher longitudinal and lateral acceleration, whereas
driving stability is somewhat reduced.
Only in its absolute limit range will the
system try to stabilize the vehicle by
reducing engine power and applying
brakes to the wheels. Under these driving conditions the driver must be prepared to perform corrective steering
movements if necessary.
By default, M Track mode is off after
each engine start.
While M Track mode is active, stabilising interventions are performed to a reduced extent only.<
To maintain vehicle stability,
always drive with DSC switched
on and M Track mode switched off
whenever possible.<
Indicator lamp for M Track mode
The indicator lamp goes out
shortly after the ignition is
switched on.
> Indicator lamp stays on: M Track
mode ist on
> Indicator lamp stays on and DSC
indicator lamp flashes:
M Track mode is actively regulating
drive torque and braking forces.
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Activating M Track mode
To deactivate DSC
Tap the button; the indicator lamp
comes on and stays on.
Press the DSC button; the DSC indicator lamp lights up continuously. DSC
and M Track mode are off.
Deactivating M Track mode
When better traction is required, it is
beneficial to deactivate the system in
the following situations:
To ensure a reliable flat tire warning,
the system must be initialized with the
correct tire inflation pressures.
Initialize the system immediately
after you have corrected a tire
> When rocking the vehicle or starting
off in deep snow or on loose surfaces inflation pressure, or changed the tire
or wheel.<
> When driving with snow chains.
Controls
System limitations
The Flat Tire Monitor cannot provide you with advance warning of
sudden and severe tire damage caused
To reactivate DSC
by external factors and does not detect
Press the DSC button again; the indica- the balanced and very gradual pressure
loss that takes place in all four tires
tor lamp goes out.
over an extended period of time.<
Data
To maintain vehicle stability,
always drive with the system
switched on whenever possible.<
Index
Press the button again; the indicator
lamp goes out.
Functional requirements
Maintenance
In the event of tire pressure loss, the
rolling radius of the tire changes, and
thereby the rotational speed of the
wheel. This change is detected, and a
flat tire warning is issued to the driver.
Repairs
As you drive, the Flat Tire Monitor
keeps track of pressure levels in all four
tires. The system alerts you whenever
the inflation pressure of a tire falls significantly below the pressure of another
tire.
Overview
The concept
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Flat Tire Monitor
1. Before driving off, start the engine
but do not start driving
2. Press the button as long as you need
to, but no more than 8 seconds, until
the indicator lamp in the instrument
cluster lights up in yellow for several
seconds
3. Drive off. Initialization is completed
during the drive without any feedback issued.
The system could issue a false warning
or function in a delayed manner in the
following situations:
> System was not initialized
> You are driving on a snow-covered or
slippery road surface
> Performance-oriented driving: slip at
the drive wheels, high levels of lateral
acceleration
> You are driving with snow chains
Initializing the system
The initialization is completed
while you are driving, and can be
interrupted at any time. Initialization is
automatically continued when you continue driving. When driving with snow
chains, do not initialize the system.<
When driving with snow chains,
do not initialize the system.<
To activate/deactivate the system
The system is automatically activated in
ignition key position 2 and consequently is on whenever the vehicle is
operated.
To deactivate the system: tap the button, the indicator lamp will light up yellow.
To activate the system: tap the button
again; the indicator lamp goes out.
Deactivate the system when snow
chains are mounted, since false warnings and undetected losses in pressure
are possible under these kinds of conditions.
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Flat tire
The Sport mode is deactivated every
time the engine is started.
Overview
The indicator lamp in the instrument cluster lights up red. In
addition, an acoustic signal is
sounded.
Activating/deactivating Sport
After replacing the damaged tire, initial- mode
ize the system.
System malfunction
Activating: with the ignition key in position 2, press the SPORT button. The
indicator lamp will come on.
Index
The indicator lamp in the instruEach time you activate the sysment cluster lights up yellow.
tem, the vehicle may gain speed
The Flat Tire Monitor is malfuncwithout any additional pressure on the
tioning or out of order. Please contact
accelerator pedal.<
your BMW center for additional information.
Deactivating: press the SPORT button
again; the indicator lamp will go out.
Maintenance
The system – Sport mode – will cause
the engine to respond more spontaneously to any motion of the accelerator
pedal.
Repairs
3. Fix the flat tire using the M Mobility
system, refer to page 137
4. Press the button for approx.
4 seconds. The red indicator lamp
goes out.
Controls
1. Carefully reduce speed and come to
a stop. Avoid sudden braking and
steering maneuvers
2. Determine which wheel is damaged
If this cannot be determined, contact your BMW center.<
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Data
Flat Tire Monitor
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Brake force display
Brake force display indicates to the
road users behind you how hard you
are braking.
> Normal braking: the brake lamps
among the rear lamps and the center
brake lamp light up
> Hard braking or braking with ABS: in
addition, the illuminated rear lamp
surface is extended, refer to the picture.
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Lamps
Parking lamps/Low beams
The front, rear and side vehicle
lighting is switched on. You can
use this to signal the position of
the vehicle when it is parked. For lighting on one side for parking as an additional feature refer to page 88.
Low beams
When you switch the ignition off
with the low-beam headlamps
on, only the parking lamps will
remain on.
Follow me home lamps
When you activate the headlamp
flasher after parking the vehicle and
switching off the lights, the low beams
will come on for a brief period.
If you desire, the light switch can be left
in the low-beam position: when the
ignition is switched off, the external
lighting is also switched off.
When required, switch on the parking
lamps as usual as described under
Parking lamps.
You can have the activation settings for the daytime driving lamps
programmed on your vehicle.<
Automatic headlamp control*
When the switch is in this position the system automatically
responds to changes in ambient
light, for example in tunnels, at dusk
and when it is raining or snowing, by
switching the low beams on or off.
You can have the sensitivity of
your vehicle's automatic headlamp control adjusted.<
Controls
Maintenance
Daytime driving lamps*
Parking lamps
Automatic headlamp control cannot serve as a substitute for your
personal judgement in determining
when the lamps should be switched on.
For example, the sensors are not able
to detect fog. In such situations switch
on the lamp manually, as otherwise a
safety hazard will result.<
Repairs
Whenever you open the driver's door
after having turned the ignition key to
position 0, you will hear an acoustic
signal for a few seconds to remind you
that the lamps have not been switched
off.
Data
LIGHTS ON warning
The low-beam headlamps remain
on, regardless of the ambient
light, when you switch on the fog
lamps.<
Index
You can also have this function
deactivated.<
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Instrument lighting
High beams/Standing lamps
Turn the rotary dial with the parking/low
beam lamps on to adjust the illumination intensity.
1 High beams
2 Headlamp flasher
3 Standing lamps
Standing lamps, left or right
As an additional feature, you can illuminate your vehicle on either side for
parking, if you wish to do so:
With the ignition key in position 0, push
the lever in the appropriate direction.
The lever engages in the turn signal
position.
The standing lamps discharge the
battery. Avoid using them for
longer periods of time; otherwise, you
may not be able to start the engine.<
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Front fog lamps
Interior lamps
Tap the button to switch on or off.
The interior lamps operate automatically.
If you want the interior lamps to remain
off all the time, press and hold the button for approx. 3 seconds.
In order to prevent battery discharge, all of the lamps in the
vehicle are automatically switched off
approx. 15 minutes after you turn the
ignition key to position 0.<
Repairs
Press button 1 briefly.
Press the button briefly to revert to normal operation.
Front reading lamps
Switch on and off with the button 2
adjacent to each lamp.
Data
If the automatic headlamp control
is on, the low beams will come on
automatically whenever you activate
the front fog lamps.<
To switch the interior lamps on
and off manually
Switch on and off with the button adjacent to each lamp.
Index
The parking lamps or low-beam
headlamps must be switched
on. The green indicator lamp in
the instrument cluster lights up to indicate that the front fog lamps are on.
Rear reading lamps
Maintenance
Controls
Overview
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Automatic climate control
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4 Interior temperature sensor – please
keep clear and unobstructed
5 Outside air/Automatic recirculatedair control (AUC)/Recirculated
air 93
6 Automatic air distribution and
supply 92
7 Individual air distribution 92
8 Temperature 92
9 Display for temperature and air
supply 92
Controls
3 Air to the footwell
Maintenance
2 Air for the upper body area 93
Overview
1 Air onto the windshield and the side
windows
11 To defrost windows and remove
condensation 92
12 Air conditioning 92
Repairs
10 Air supply/Blower 92
Index
Data
13 Rear window defroster 93
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Automatic climate control
Tips for pleasant driving
Use the automatic mode – switch on
with AUTO button 6. Select the desired
interior temperature.
Detailed setting options are described
for you in the following sections.
You can make the settings of your
vehicle in such a manner that,
when you unlock the vehicle with the
remote control of your personal key,
your own personalized setting for the
automatic climate control is initiated.<
AUTO program
The AUTO program adjusts the
air supply and the air distribution to the windshield and the side windows, towards the upper body and to
the footwells, and in addition adapts
the temperature to external influences:
summer, winter.
The cooling function is automatically
switched on when you are using the
AUTO program.
Individual air distribution
You can cancel the AUTO program by selecting specific distribution patterns to suit your
own individual requirements.
While the AUTO program is then deactivated, the automatic airflow control
remains in operation. Air flows onto
the windows
, toward the upper
body
, and into the footwell
. You
can reactivate the automatic air supply
by pressing the AUTO button.
Temperature
The interior temperature that
appears in the display panel is a
general figure intended for reference purposes. We recommend 72 7/
+226 as a comfortable setting, even if
the air conditioning is on. When you
start the vehicle, the system ensures
that the selected temperature is
reached as quickly as possible. It then
maintains this temperature, regardless
of the season.
To select the units of measure 7/6 of
the display, refer to page 79.
Air supply/Blower
By pressing the upper or lower
button, you can vary the air supply. This deactivates the automatic air supply – the AUTO display disappears from the panel. Nevertheless,
the automatic air distribution remains
unchanged. You can reactivate the
automatic air supply by pressing the
AUTO button.
When the lowest blower speed is set
and you press the lower button, all of
the displays are canceled: the blower,
heating and air conditioner are
switched off, and the air supply is
stopped. You can reactivate the system
by pressing any button for the automatic climate control.
To defrost windows and remove
condensation
This program quickly removes
ice and condensation from the
windshield and the side windows.
Air conditioning
The air is cooled and dehumidified and – depending on the
temperature setting – rewarmed.
Depending on the weather, the windshield may fog over briefly when the
engine is started. Air conditioning helps
prevent the windows from fogging up.
The cooling function is automatically
switched on when you are using the
AUTO program.
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Controls
You can adjust the blower controls for
the upper body area to obtain the optimum airflow rates and directions for
your personal requirements:
You can have your vehicle pro1 Rotary dials for infinitely variable
grammed in such a way that the
opening and closing of the vents
rear window defroster switches on
automatically. This occurs within 5 min- 2 Lever for adjusting airflow direction
utes after starting the engine when out- 3 With the rotary dial, you can add
side temperatures are below approx.
more or less cool air to the air coming
397/+46.<
from the outlets for the upper body
area:
> Turn toward blue – colder
> Turn toward red – warmer.
Maintenance
Draft-free ventilation
Repairs
> Indicator lamps off: outside air always
flowing into the vehicle
> Left-hand indicator lamp on – automatic mode: the system detects pollutants in the outside air and
responds by deactivating the outside
airflow as required. The system then
recirculates the air currently within
the vehicle.
Depending on air quality requirements, the system automatically
switches between outside air supply
and recirculation of the air already
within the vehicle
When the rear window defroster
is activated, the indicator lamp
comes on. The rear window defroster
switches off automatically after a short
while.
Data
By repeatedly pressing the button, you
can select one of three different operating modes.
Rear window defroster
Index
You can respond to unpleasant
external odors or pollutants by
temporarily stopping the flow of outside
air. The system then recirculates the air
currently within the vehicle.
Overview
Condensation forms during opera- > Right-hand indicator lamp on: the
tion of the air conditioning system,
flow of outside air is permanently
which then exits under the vehicle.
blocked. The system recirculates the
Traces of condensed water of this kind
air already within the vehicle.
are thus normal.<
If the windows fog over in the
recirculated-air mode, switch the
Outside air/Automatic
recirculated-air mode off and increase
recirculated-air control (AUC)/
the air supply as required.<
Recirculated air
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Automatic climate control
Roller sun blind*
Microfilter/Activated-charcoal
filter
The built-in microfilter removes dust
and pollen from the incoming air. The
activated-charcoal filter provides additional protection by filtering gaseous
pollutants from the outside air. Your
BMW center will replace the combined
filter as a standard part of your scheduled maintenance. A substantial reduction in airflow indicates that the filter
needs to be replaced early.
To activate, press the button briefly
with ignition key in position 1 or higher.
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Interior conveniences
Glove compartment
Harman Kardon premium sound
system
To open
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To close
To prevent injury in the event of an
accident, close the glove compartment immediately after use.<
Repairs
Fold up cover.
To lock
Lock with one of the master keys. A
master key can also be used for unlocking.
Data
The system responds to poor reception
conditions by repeatedly alternating
between the stereo and monophonic
modes. You should then switch the system off.
Pull the handle. The glove compartment
will light up.
Index
When the system is activated, the
impression of a significantly larger passenger compartment is created at all
seating areas, together with an
improvement of the stereo effect.
Maintenance
Controls
Overview
Premium sound system*
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Glove compartment
Storage compartments
If – for example for valet parking –
you turn over only your spare key,
refer to page 28, then access to the
glove compartment and to the luggage
compartment is not possible.<
Front center armrest*
Beverage holders, coin box
To open: press the button and fold up.
A coin box and two beverage holders
are provided in the center console.
Additional compartments and
nets
You will find additional storage areas in
the doors and in the center console
above the ashtray. Storage nets are
located on the backrests of the front
seats.
Do not place any glass containers
in the beverage holders, as this
increases the risk of injury in the event
of an accident.<
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Microphone*
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Storage package*
Hands-free system
You will find a beverage holder in the
rear center armrest.
For your convenience, there are:
In vehicles with telephone provisions*
or the voice command system*, the
cover for the hands-free microphone is
located in the roof lining near the interior lamp.
Data
For additional information on using your
car phone, cellular phone or voice command system, refer to the respective
separate Owner's Manual.
Index
Opening the beverage holder: press.
> Two flip-out sockets on the rear center console
> An eyeglasses storage compartment*, not shown, in the center console.
Repairs
Rear center armrest
Maintenance
Controls
Overview
Storage compartments
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Ashtray, front*
Ashtray, rear*
Press lighter 1 in. As soon as the lighter
jumps back out, it can be removed.
Power socket
To empty
Press on the edge of the open cover.
you can now pull the ashtray upward for
removal.
The cigarette lighter socket can be
used as a power socket for a flashlight,
car vacuum cleaner, etc., up to a rating
of approx. 200 watts at 12 volts. Do not
damage the socket by inserting plugs of
the wrong shape or size. In vehicles
with a non-smoker's equipment package, the socket is covered by a removable cap.
To empty
Press on the edge of the open cover in
the opening direction: you can now pull
the ashtray upward for removal.
Extinguishing cigarettes
Tap off the ash and gently press the tip
into the funnel.
Cigarette lighter
Hold or touch the hot cigarette
lighter by the knob only. Holding
or touching it in other areas could result
in burns.
The cigarette lighter remains operational when the ignition key has been
removed. For this reason, children
should never be left in the vehicle unattended.<
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Repairs
Data
When hanging clothing on the
hooks, be sure that it will not
obstruct the driver's vision. Do not hang
heavy objects on the hooks. If you do,
they could injure occupants, for example during braking or evasive maneuvers.<
Index
To open, press on the upper edge.
Maintenance
Controls
Overview
Clothes hooks
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Through-loading system
Folding the rear backrest
1. Pull the corresponding lever to
release
2. The backrest moves forward slightly
when released. Reach into the gap
and fold it down.
When folding the backrest back
into its original position always
ensure that the detent engages
securely. A loose backrest might fail to
prevent cargo from entering the passenger compartment during sudden
braking or evasive maneuvers, posing a
potential hazard to occupants.<
Rear center 3-point safety belt*
You can roll up the rear 3-point belt
before folding back the through-loading
system:
> Retracting the 3-point-safety belt:
Loosen the safety belt and insert the
buckle latch into the support mount
provided on the rear window shelf.
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Overview
The ski bag allows the safe and clean
transport of up to 4 pairs of standard
skis or up to two snowboards.
1. Fold the center armrest outward.
Loosen the trim from the upper
Velcro® fastener and place it on the
armrest
2. Press the button downward – see
arrow 1 – and fold the cover forward
3. Extend the ski bag between the front
seats. The zipper provides convenient access to stored items. It may
be opened to allow the ski bag to dry
4. Press the button – see arrow 2: this
releases the cover panel in the luggage compartment.
After loading, secure the ski bag and its
contents. To do so, tighten the retaining
strap at the tensioning buckle.
Index
To store the ski bag, perform the above
steps in reverse sequence.
Be sure to secure the ski bag in
this way, as it could otherwise
injure occupants, for example during
braking or evasive maneuvers.
Be sure that the skis are clean before
loading them into the bag. Be careful to
avoid damage from sharp edges.<
Repairs
Securing cargo
Data
Loading
Maintenance
Controls
The length of the ski bag and the additional space provided in the luggage
compartment make it possible to carry
skis up to 6 ft 10 in / 2.10 m long.
Because of the tapered shape of the
bag, only two pairs of skis longer than
6 ft 10 in / 2.10 m can be carried.
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Cargo loading
Avoid overloading the vehicle so
that the permitted load on the tires
is not exceeded. Overloading can lead
to overheating and internal tire damage.
This can result in a sudden loss of tire
inflation pressure.<
4. The resulting figure equals the available amount of cargo and luggage
load capacity.
For example, if the YYY amount
equals 1,000 lbs. and there will be
five 150 lbs. passengers in your vehicle, the amount of available cargo
and luggage load capacity is 250
lbs.:
1,000 lbs. minus 750 lbs. = 250 lbs.
5. Determine the combined weight of
luggage and cargo being loaded on
the vehicle. That weight may not
Determining the maximum load
safely exceed the available cargo
1. Locate the following statement on
and luggage load capacity calculated
your vehicle's placard*:
in Step 4
6. If your vehicle will be towing a trailer,
The combined weight of occuload from your trailer will be transpants and cargo should never
fered to your vehicle. Consult the
exceed XXX kg or YYY lbs., as this
manual for transporting a trailer to
could otherwise result in damage to the
determine how this may reduce the
vehicle or unstable driving conditions.<
available cargo and luggage load
capacity of your vehicle.
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
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Cargo loading
Stowing cargo
Index
Data
The permissible load is the sum of the
> Load heavy cargo as far forward as
occupants' weights and the weight of
possible – directly behind the backthe cargo. The greater the weight of the
rests – and as low as possible
occupants, the less cargo can be trans- > Cover sharp edges and corners
ported.
> Do not pile objects higher than the
top edge of the backrest
> For very heavy loads when the rear
seat is not occupied, secure each
safety belt in the opposite buckle,
see illustration.
Repairs
Load
Maintenance
Controls
Overview
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Cargo loading
Always position and secure the
load correctly. If you do not, it can
endanger the passengers during braking or evasive maneuvers.
Do not exceed the approved gross
vehicle weight or the approved axle
loads, refer to page 152. Otherwise the
vehicle's operating safety is no longer
assured and the vehicle will not be in
compliance with the certification regulations.
Do not stow heavy or hard objects in
Securing the cargo in the luggage the passenger compartment without
first securing them. Otherwise they
compartment
would be thrown around during braking
> For small, light items, use the rubber- and evasive maneuvers and endanger
lined, non-skid side of the floor mat
the occupants.<
or secure using the luggage compartment net* or elastic straps, refer to
page 36
> For large, heavy pieces, see your
BMW center for load-securing
devices*. Four anchorages located in
the luggage compartment can be
used for fastening these load-securing devices.
Comply with the information enclosed
with the load-securing devices.
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Roof-mounted luggage rack*
Anchorages
Access to the mounting points:
To fold up the covers, please use the
tool provided with the roof-rack system.
Secure the roof-mounted luggage correctly and securely to prevent it from
shifting or being lost during driving.
Drive smoothly and avoid sudden
acceleration or braking. Do not corner
at high speeds.
Controls
Maintenance
A special roof-rack system is available
as an optional extra for your BMW.
Please observe the precautions
included with the installation instructions.
Make sure that the load is not too bulky,
and attempt to distribute it evenly.
Always load the heaviest pieces first so
that they are at the bottom. Be sure that
adequate clearance is maintained for
raising the glass sunroof, and that
objects do not project into the opening
path of the luggage compartment lid.
Repairs
When loading, be sure to remember not
to exceed the approved roof weight or
the approved gross vehicle weight or
the axle loads. You will find the specifications under Technical data on
page 152.
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Index
Because roof racks raise the center of
gravity of the vehicle when loaded, they
exercise a major effect on its handling
and steering response.
Data
Loading and driving notes
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Overview
Overview
Operation, maintenance
Maintenance
Controls
Controls and features
Repairs
Owner service procedures
Data
Technical data
Index
Index
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Break-in procedures
To ensure that your vehicle provides
maximum economy throughout a long
service life, we request that you
observe the following suggestions.
Because of its engineering design,
the BMW M3 is an especially highquality vehicle. It is in your best interest
to follow the break-in tips very closely.
Doing this, you will create the basis for
a long, optimum service life.<
Transmission
The transmission will begin to function
optimally after approx.
300 miles/500 km. Shift gears cautiously during this period and do not
exceed an engine speed of 5,500 rpm.
Vehicles with SMG Drivelogic, refer to
page 69: do not use Drivelogic programs 5 or 6 or launch control during
the break-in period.
Engine and differential
Tires
Up to 1,250 miles/2,000 km:
Drive at varying engine and road
speeds, but do not exceed an engine
speed of 5,500 rpm or a road speed of
105 mph / 170 km/h.
Due to technical factors associated
with their manufacture, tires do not
achieve their full traction potential until
an initial break-in period has elapsed.
Thus drive with extra care during the
initial 200 miles/300 km.
Obey your local and state maximum
speed limits.
Obey your local and state maximum
speed limits.
Do not depress the accelerator pedal to
the full-throttle position.
Brake system
Vehicles with SMG Drivelogic, refer to
page 69: do not use Drivelogic programs 5 or 6 or launch control during
the break-in period.
> Following the break-in inspection at
1,250 miles/2,000 km, you can gradually increase engine or road speeds.
Approx. 300 miles/500 km must elapse
before the brake pads and rotors
achieve the optimal pad-surface and
wear patterns required for trouble-free
operation and long service life later on.
To break in the separate parking brake
drums, apply the parking brake lightly
when coasting to a standstill, e.g. at a
traffic signal, provided that traffic conditions permit to do so.
To avoid corrosion, repeat this procedure from time to time.
The brake lamps do not come on
when the parking brake is set.
Vacuum for the brake system servo unit
on your BMW is available only when the
engine is running. When you move the
vehicle with the engine off – when towing, for example – substantially higher
levels of pedal force will be required to
brake the vehicle.<
Clutch
The clutch will also begin to function
optimally after about 300 miles/500 km.
Drive cautiously during this break-in
period and do not press the clutch or
shift at high engine speeds.
After replacing parts
Follow the same break-in procedures if
any of the components mentioned
above have to be replaced in the future.
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General driving notes
When the vehicle is parked
Condensation forms in the automatic
climate control system during operation, which then exits under the vehicle.
Traces of condensed water of this kind
are thus normal.
Driving through water
Do not drive through water on the
road if it is deeper than 1 ft/30 cm,
and then only at walking speed. Otherwise, the vehicle's engine, the electrical
systems and the transmission may be
damaged.<
Braking safely
Before driving through a car wash Your BMW is equipped with ABS as a
Fold in the exterior mirrors manually
because they could otherwise be damaged due to the width of the vehicle.
standard feature. If you are in a situation which requires full braking, it is
best to brake using maximum brake
pressure: panic stop. Since the vehicle
maintains steering responsiveness, you
can avoid possible obstacles with a
minimum of steering effort.
Wet roads:
If the roads are wet or if there is heavy
rain, it is advisable to gently press the
brakes for a brief moment every few
miles/kilometers. Watch 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. Immediate
braking force is then available if necessary.
Controls
The risk of hydroplaning increases as
the tread depth of the tires decreases,
refer also to Tire tread on page 116.
Do not rest your foot on the brake
pedal while driving. Otherwise,
even light but consistent pedal pressure can lead to high temperatures,
brake wear and possibly even brake
failure.<
Maintenance
When driving on wet or slushy
roads, reduce road speed. If you
do not, a wedge of water can form
between tire and road surface. This
phenomenon is referred to as hydroplaning, and can lead to partial or complete loss of traction, vehicle control
and braking effectiveness.<
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High temperatures occur with
every vehicle equipped with a catalytic converter. Heat shields are
installed adjacent to some sections of
the exhaust system. Never remove
these shields; do not apply undercoating to their surfaces. When driving,
standing at idle and parking the vehicle,
take care to avoid contact between the
hot exhaust system and flammable
materials, e.g. hay, leaves, grass, etc.
Such contact could lead to a fire,
resulting in serious personal injury and
property damage.<
Pulsation at the brake pedal combines
with sounds from the hydraulic circuits
to indicate to the driver that ABS is in
its active mode.
Data
Hydroplaning
Index
Hot exhaust system
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General driving notes
Inclines:
To prevent overheating and, as a
result, diminished braking effectiveness, drive down long or steep
downhill grades in a gear which
requires the least braking. Otherwise,
even light but consistent pedal pressure can lead to high temperatures,
brake wear and possibly even brake
failure.<
The braking power of the engine can be
further enhanced by downshifting the
automatic transmission in manual
mode, if necessary, into first gear. This
helps avoid placing excessive loads on
the brake system.
Do not coast with the clutch
depressed or with the transmission or selector lever in Neutral. Do not
coast with the engine switched off. Otherwise, the engine provides no braking
effect while the transmission is in idling
position, and there is no power-assist
for braking or steering when the engine
is off.
Floor mats, floor carpets or other
objects must not be in the area near the
brake or accelerator pedal, as this
could impair the movement of the pedals.<
Brake pads
For your own safety: use only
brake pads which BMW has
approved for your specific vehicle
model. BMW cannot evaluate nonapproved brake pads to determine if
they are suitable for use, and therefore
cannot ensure the operating safety of
the vehicle if they are installed.<
Portable phone in the vehicle
BMW advises against using
mobile equipment, e.g. cellular
phones, inside the vehicle without connecting them directly to an outside
Corrosion on the brake rotors
antenna. Otherwise, it cannot be ruled
Limited vehicle use, extended periods
out that vehicle electronics and the
with the vehicle parked or in storage,
mobile equipment interfere with one
and operating conditions in which brak- another. In addition, it is not ensured
ing is restricted to gentle, low-pressure that the radio waves emitted during
applications will all increase the tentransmission are directed outside of the
dency for corrosion to form on the
vehicle interior.<
rotors and contamination to accumulate
on the brake pads. This occurs because
the minimal pressure which must be
exerted by the pads to clean the rotors
by brake applications is not reached.
Corrosion on brake rotors is signaled by
a pulsation during initial braking that
usually does not disappear even after
extended subsequent braking.
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Antilock Brake System (ABS)
Pulsation at the brake pedal combines
with sounds from the hydraulic circuits
to indicate to the driver that ABS is in
its active mode.
Dynamic Brake Control (DBC)
DBC is included in the DSC, refer to
page 82.
If you apply the brakes rapidly, this system automatically generates maximum
braking force boost and thus helps to
achieve the shortest possible braking
distance in panic braking situations. All
of the benefits of the ABS are exploited
under these circumstances.
CBC is an advanced engineering
design of the ABS. When braking while
cornering at high speed or braking during high lateral acceleration, or when
braking during a lane change, vehicle
stability is improved and steering
response is enhanced.
Overview
Controls
Cornering Brake Control (CBC)
Maintenance
If you are in a situation that requires full
braking, you will exploit the full benefits
of the ABS system if you apply maximum pedal pressure: panic stop. Since
the vehicle maintains steering responsiveness, you can avoid possible obstacles with a minimum of steering effort.
Repairs
Braking with ABS
Data
ABS keeps the wheels from locking
during braking, thereby enhancing
active driving safety.
Do not reduce the pressure on the
brake pedal for the duration of the
brake application. When the brake
pedal is released, the DBC is deactivated.
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Wheels and tires
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Tire inflation pressure
Information for your safety
It is not merely the tire's service life, but
also driving comfort and, above all else,
driving safety that depend on the condition of the tires and the maintenance of
the specified tire pressure.
Checking tire pressures
Only check the tire inflation pressures
of cold tires. This means after driving a
maximum of 1.25 miles/2 km or after
the vehicle has been parked for at least
2 hours. Warm tires have higher inflation pressures.
Check tire inflation pressures regularly and correct them if necessary: at least twice a month and before
beginning a longer trip. Otherwise,
incorrect tire pressures can cause driving instability or tire damage, ultimately
resulting in accidents. Do not drive on a
deflated, i.e. flat, tire. A flat tire greatly
impairs steering and braking response,
and can lead to complete loss of control over the vehicle.<
After correcting the tire inflation pressure, reinitialize the Flat Tire Monitor,
refer to page 84.
Inflation pressures for original
tires
Tire pressures for the standard tires of
your vehicle are shown on the driver's
door post, visible when the door is
open.
The inflation pressures apply to BMWapproved tire sizes and recommended
tire brands. Your BMW center will be
glad to supply this information.
Inflation pressures for other tire
sizes
The following tire pressure table shows
all tire pressures for the given tire sizes
at ambient temperature.
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Tire inflation pressure
255/40 ZR 18
–
225/45 ZR 18
225/40 ZR 19
33/230
–
35/240
–
48/330
–
41/280
–
–
35/240
–
48/330
225/45 R 17 91 H M+S
33/230
38/260
36/250
46/320
225/40 R 18 92 V M+S
36/250
38/260
39/270
51/350
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255/35 ZR 19
41/280
Controls
–
Data
M3
33/230
Maintenance
225/45 ZR 18
Overview
Tires
All pressure specifications in
the table are indicated in psi/
kilopascal with cold tires –
cold = ambient temperature
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Tire code
Knowing the tire code on the tire sidewall makes it easier to correctly choose
and identify your tires.
Tire size
E.g. 205/60 R 15 91 W
205 = Nominal width in mm
DOT code:
Traction AA A B C
E.g. DOT xxxx xxx 3204
Temperature A B C
xxxx = Manufacturer's code for tire
brand
All passenger car tires must conform to Federal Safety Requirements in addition to these grades.<
xxx = Tire size and tire version
3204 = Tire age
Tread wear
60 = Cross-sectional ratio in %
Tire age
R = Radial belt construction
The date on which the tire was manufactured is indicated by the code on the
sidewall:
15 = Rim diameter in inches
91 = Load index, not on ZR tires
W = Speed rating, in front of the R on
ZR tires
DOT … 3204 indicates that the tire was
manufactured in week 32 of the year
2004.
Speed rating
BMW recommends the replacement of
all tires when they are no more than
6 years old, even if a tire life of 10 years
is possible.
Q = up to 100 mph (160 km/h)
T = up to 118 mph (190 km/h)
H = up to 130 mph (210 km/h)
V = up to 150 mph (240 km/h)
Uniform Tire Quality Grading
W = up to 167 mph (270 km/h)
Quality grades can be found where
applicable on the tire sidewall between
tread shoulder and maximum section
width. For example:
Y = up to 186 mph (300 km/h)
Tire Identification Number
Tires with DOT codes comply with the
guidelines of the U.S. Department of
Transportation.
Tread wear 200 Traction AA
Temperature A
The tread wear grade is a comparative
rating based on the wear rate of the tire
when tested under controlled conditions on a specified government test
course.
For example, a tire graded 150 would
wear one and one-half – 1 1/2 – times as
well on the government course as a tire
graded 100. The relative performance
of tires depends upon the actual conditions of their use, however, and may
depart significantly from the norm due
to variations in driving habits, service
practices and differences in road characteristics and climate.
Traction
The traction grades, from highest to
lowest, are AA, A, B, and C.
DOT quality grades
Tread wear
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The temperature grade for this tire
is established for a tire that is
properly inflated and not overloaded.
Excessive speed, under-inflation, or
excessive loading, either separately or
in combination, can cause heat buildup
and possible tire failure.<
Due to low-profile tires, please
note that wheels, tires and suspension parts are more susceptible to
road hazard and consequential damages.
Unusual vibrations encountered during
normal vehicle operation can indicate
tire failure or some other vehicle defect.
This type of problem can be caused by
contact with curbs, etc. This is also true
for irregularities in the vehicle's handling characteristics, such as a pronounced tendency to pull to the left or
right.
Should this occur, respond by immediately reducing your speed. Proceed
carefully to the nearest BMW center or
professional tire center, or have the
vehicle towed there. Tire damage, up to
and including blowouts, can endanger
the lives of both the vehicle occupants
and other road users.<
M+S
The temperature grades are A, the
highest, B, and C, representing the
tire's resistance to the generation of
heat and its ability to dissipate heat
when tested under controlled conditions on a specified indoor laboratory
test wheel.
Sustained high temperature can cause
the material of the tire to degenerate
and reduce tire life, and excessive temperature can lead to sudden tire failure.
The grade C corresponds to a level of
performance which all passenger car
tires must meet under the Federal
Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 109.
Winter and all-season tires. These have
better winter driving properties than
summer tires.
Index
Temperature
Inspect your tires frequently for signs of
damage, foreign objects and tread
wear, and check tread depth.
Overview
Wheel/tire damage
Controls
Grades B and A represent higher levels
of performance on the laboratory test
wheel than the minimum required by
law.
Maintenance
The traction grade assigned to
this tire is based on straightahead braking traction tests, and does
not include acceleration, cornering,
hydroplaning, or peak traction characteristics.<
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Those grades represent the tire's ability
to stop on wet pavement as measured
under controlled conditions on specified government test surfaces of
asphalt and concrete. A tire marked C
may have poor traction performance.
Tire condition
Data
Tire code
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Tire condition
New wheels and tires
TWI, Tread Wear Indicator. At a tread
depth of 1/16 in / 1.6 mm, the indicators signal that the legally permissible
wear limit has been reached.
Tire tread
Tread depth should not be allowed to
go below 1/8 in / 3 mm, even though
European legislation, for example,
requires a mimimum tread depth of only
1/16 in / 1.6 mm. Below 1/8 in / 3 mm
tread depth, there is a great risk of
hydroplaning, even at relatively moderate speeds and with only small amounts
of water on the road.
At tread depths below approx.
3/16 in / 4 mm, tire performance under
winter driving conditions deteriorates
noticeably. Worn tires should therefore
be replaced for safety considerations.
Have new wheels and tires
mounted only by a BMW center or
specialized tire shop that works
according to BMW requirements with
appropriately trained personnel. Work
that is improperly carried out could
result in consequential damage and
pose safety hazards.<
Ask your BMW center for details concerning the correct wheel and tire combination. Have the wheels balanced
each time a wheel or tire has been
replaced.
The correct wheel and tire combination
also affects different systems such as
ABS or DSC. The function of these systems is impaired if improper wheel and
tire combinations are used.
BMW advises against using
retreaded tires, as driving safety
could otherwise be impaired. The reason for this are the possibly different
tire casing structures involved, some of
which may be greatly aged, factors
which can lead to a decrease in durability.<
Tread wear indicators in the treadgroove base, see arrow, are distributed
around the wheel circumference and
are labeled on the tire sidewall with
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New wheels and tires
Recommended tire sizes and
brands
For each tire size, certain tire brands
have been tested, classified as roadsafe and approved by BMW. You can
find out about these from a professional
tire center, preferably your BMW center. Observe any country-specific regulations, e.g. on making a corresponding
entry in the vehicle documents.
Observing speed ratings
Never exceed the maximum
speed for which the winter tires
are rated. Unprofessional attempts by
laymen to service tires can lead to damage and accidents. Have this work performed by skilled professionals only.
The technicians at your BMW center
will be glad to assist you with the
required professional knowledge and
specialized equipment.<
Overview
Controls
Maintenance
BMW recommends the use of winter
tires for operation under winter road
conditions. While all-season tires with
M+S designation provide better winter
traction than summer tires, they generally do not achieve the full performance
of winter tires.
Always store tires in a cool, dry place.
Store them away from light whenever
possible. Protect the tires against contact with oil, grease and fuel. Do not
exceed the maximum tire inflation pressures specified on the tire sidewall.
Repairs
To maintain good handling and vehicle
response, use only tires of a single
brand and tread configuration. After a
flat tire, have the previous wheel and
tire combination restored as soon as
possible.
Special characteristics of winter
tires
Storage
Data
BMW recommends using only
wheels and tires that have been
tested and approved by BMW for the
particular vehicle model, as otherwise
body contact and serious accidents can
result despite the use of the same nominal size, e.g. due to manufacturing tolerances. If non-approved wheels and
tires are used, BMW cannot evaluate
their suitability, and therefore cannot be
held liable for driving safety.<
The factory-approved radial belt tires
are matched to your vehicle and provide optimum safety and driving comfort when used properly.
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Snow chains*
Only certain snow chains have been
tested by BMW and determined and
approved as roadworthy. Consult your
BMW center for more information.
BMW recommends using only these
approved fine-link snow chains. Use
them in pairs on winter tires, but only on
both rear wheels.
Comply with all manufacturer's safety
precautions when mounting the chains.
Do not exceed a maximum speed of
30 mph / 50 km/h when using snow
chains.
After mounting or removing snow
chains, always reinitialize the sequential
M gearbox with Drivelogic, refer to
page 70.
It is not possible to mount snow
chains on tires with 18-inch and
19-inch wheels.
Deactivate the Flat Tire Monitor when
using snow chains. Malfunction warnings and undetected losses in pressure
are a possibility when driving with snow
chains.
When driving with snow chains, it may
be useful to deactivate DSC, refer to
page 83.<
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In the engine compartment
Hood
To close
Pull the lever located under the lefthand side of the instrument panel.
Pull the release handle and open the
hood.
Do not attempt to service your
vehicle if you do not have the
required technical background. If you
are not familiar with the regulations to
be observed, have your vehicle serviced only by a BMW center or a shop
that works according to BMW requirements with appropriately trained personnel. Work that is improperly carried
out could result in consequential damage and pose safety hazards.<
It is not possible to drive off using
SMG Drivelogic when the hood is
open.<
Pull the hood downwards and allow it to
fall from a minimum height of 1 ft/30 cm
so that it audibly engages. Check for
proper locking by pulling on the hood at
the left and right above the headlamps.
Index
To avoid injuries, be sure that the
travel path of the hood is clear
when it is closed, following the same
safety precautions used in all closing
procedures.
If you notice while driving that the hood
is not completely closed, stop immediately and close it securely.<
Repairs
To open
Data
To release
Maintenance
Controls
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2 Coolant expansion tank 124
3 Auxiliary terminal for jump-starting –
positive terminal 143
Overview
1 Filler neck for headlamp and windshield washer cleaning system 122
Maintenance
Repairs
7 Filler neck for brake fluid 125
Data
6 Engine oil dipstick 122
Index
5 Expansion tank for SMG Drivelogic
hydraulic unit, checking and possible
refilling by your BMW center 66
Controls
4 Engine oil filler neck 123
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Washer fluids
Engine oil
The oil volume between the two marks
on the dipstick corresponds to approx.
1.4 US quarts/1.3 liters.
Headlamp* and windshield
washer system
Capacity approx.
5.6 US quarts/5.3 liters.
Fill with water and, if required, with a
washer antifreeze additive according to
manufacturer's recommendations.
We recommend that you mix the
washer fluid before adding it to
the reservoir.<
Antifreeze agents for the washer
fluid are highly flammable. For this
reason, keep them away from sources
of flame and store them only in their
closed original containers. Store them
inaccessible to children. Comply with
the instructions on the containers.<
Checking the oil level
1. Park the vehicle on a level surface
2. Switch the engine off after it has
reached normal operating temperature
3. After approx. 1 minute, pull the dipstick out and wipe it off with a clean
lint-free cloth, paper towel, or similar
material
4. Carefully push the dipstick all the
way into the guide tube and pull it
out again
5. The oil level should be between the
two marks on the dipstick.
As with fuel economy, oil consumption
is directly influenced by your driving
style and vehicle operating conditions.
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Engine oil
Recommendation: have the oil changed
at your BMW center.
Do not fill beyond the upper mark on
the dipstick. Excess oil will damage the
engine.
Specified engine oils
The quality of the engine oil is
extremely important for the function
and life of an engine. Based on extensive testing, BMW has approved only
certain grades of engine oil.
> Viscosity
preferred: SAE 10W-60
alternative: SAE 5W-40 or
SAE 10W-40
> Specifications
preferred: API SJ/CF
alternative: API SJ – also SK, SL, S
etc.
Controls
Index
Use only oils approved for your vehicle
model.
If a High Performance Synthetic Oil
approved by BMW should be unavailable, you may use small volumes of
other oils for topping up between oil
changes. The following data must
appear on the packaging:
Maintenance
Alternative oil types
Only add engine oil when the oil level
has dropped to just above the lower
mark on the dipstick.
Before checking the engine oil level
after topping up, restart the engine and
allow it to run to obtain a correct display. Then proceed as described under
Checking the oil level.
BMW engines are designed to
operate without oil additives; the
use of additives could even lead to
damage in some cases.<
Repairs
Adding engine oil
Comply with the applicable environmental laws regulating the disposal of used oil.<
Ask your BMW center for details
concerning oils that have been
approved. You can also call BMW of
North America toll-free at 1-800-8311117 or visit this website:
www.bmwusa.com to obtain this information.<
Data
Continuous exposure to used oil
has caused cancer in laboratory
testing. For this reason, thoroughly
wash any areas of skin that come into
contact with oil using soap and water.
Store oils, grease and similar materials
so that they are inaccessible to children. Comply with warning labels and
information on containers.<
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Engine oil
Coolant
Low ambient temperatures
Do not open the cooling system
when the engine is hot. If you do,
The oils used by BMW at the factory for
your vehicle model can be used at virtu- escaping coolant can cause burns.<
ally any ambient temperature.
Coolant consists of water and coolant
However, if the vehicle is exposed to
additives. Not all commercially available
temperatures below –4 7/–206 for
additives are suitable for your BMW.
extended periods, please have your
Your BMW center knows which addiBMW center recommend a suitable oil. tives are appropriate.
Only use approved additives, as
the engine could otherwise be
damaged. The additives are hazardous
to health.<
Comply with the applicable environmental laws regulating
the disposal of coolant additives.<
Checking the coolant level
1. The engine must be at ambient temperature
2. Open the cap for the expansion tank
by turning it slightly counterclockwise to allow accumulated pressure
to escape. Then open
3. The coolant level is correct when the
upper end of the red float is even
with the upper edge of the filler neck,
refer to the arrow in the illustration or
to the schematic diagram next to the
filler neck
4. If necessary, slowly add coolant until
the correct level is reached; do not
overfill
5. Close the cap by turning until it is
well tight
6. Have the cause for the coolant loss
removed as soon as possible.
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Brake fluid
The warning lamp comes on
even though the parking brake
is released:
The brake fluid level is too low, refer to
page 18. At the same time, there may
be significantly greater pedal travel.
Have the system checked immediately.
Warning lamp for Canadian
models.
If you continue driving, extended
pedal travel may be necessary
and braking distances may be significantly longer. Be sure to adapt your
driving style accordingly.<
Brake fluid is hygroscopic, that is,
it absorbs moisture from the air
over time.
In order to ensure the safety and reliability of the brake system, have the
brake fluid changed every two years by
a BMW center. Refer also to the Service
and Warranty Information Booklet for
US models or the Warranty and Service
Guide Booklet for Canadian models.
Brake fluid is toxic and damages the
vehicle's paint. You should always store
it in its closed original container and in
a location inaccessible to children.
Do not spill the brake fluid and do not
fill the brake fluid reservoir beyond the
MAX mark. The brake fluid could ignite
upon contact with hot engine parts and
cause serious burns.<
Controls
Index
Indicator lamp
Maintenance
Due to loss in brake fluid, pedal travel
can lengthen and braking efficiency
may be reduced.
Repairs
For adding brake fluid or for determining and correcting the cause of brake
fluid loss, consult your BMW center.
Your BMW center is familiar with the
specifications for factory-approved
brake fluids – DOT 4.
Comply with the applicable environmental laws regulating
the disposal of brake fluid.<
Data
Adding brake fluid
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BMW Maintenance System
The BMW Maintenance System helps
maintain your vehicle's road safety and
operational safety. Comfort-related
aspects, such as the timely change of
filters for the air inside the vehicle, are
taken into consideration. The goal is to
optimize maintenance with respect to
low total cost of ownership.
Have a break-in inspection performed at approx. 1,250 miles/
2,000 km regardless of the service
interval indicated on the display.<
Special feature regarding engine
oil change
If you should sell your BMW one day,
consistent service and maintenance will
prove to your advantage.
Service interval display
The service interval display shows you
when an oil service, an inspection –
always alternating between I and II – or
a brake fluid change is due. The special
feature is that the service intervals are
calculated according to your BMW's
individual driving conditions instead of
from fixed mileage increments.
The technology developed for this
takes your personal driving style into
account, as well as your BMW's driving
conditions. After all, short-distance
driving, i.e. frequent cold starts, or driving off at high engine speeds, affects
your BMW differently from long-distance driving with the engine at consistent operating temperature.
The calculation of the service intervals
covers practically every kind of operating situation. If you drive very rarely,
however, you should have the oil
changed at least every two years, since
engine oil deteriorates over time
regardless of use.
Service and Warranty Information
Booklet for US models/Warranty
and Service Guide Booklet for
Canadian models
For additional information on required
maintenance intervals and procedures,
please refer to the Service and Warranty Information Booklet for US models, or the Warranty and Service Guide
Booklet for Canadian models.
As a precaution against corrosion, it is
advisable to have the body checked for
damage from rocks or gravel at the
same time, depending upon operating
conditions.
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Controls
Maintenance
You can find everything you need to
know on this topic by consulting the
separate Caring for your vehicle brochure.
Repairs
Care
Data
Have your BMW center perform
maintenance and repair.
Be sure that all maintenance work is
recorded in the Service and Warranty
Information Booklet for US models, or
in the Warranty and Service Guide
Booklet for Canadian models. These
entries are your verification for the regular maintenance of your vehicle and
are required for the performance of
warranty repairs.<
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OBD interface socket
Display in Canadian models for
the malfunction described
above.
The Onboard Diagnostic (OBD) interface socket is located on the left of the
driver's side under the instrument panel
and under a cover.
The cover has the letters OBD on it.
Under certain conditions, the indicator
will blink or flash. This indicates a rather
severe level of engine misfire. When
this occurs, you should reduce speed
and consult the nearest BMW center as
soon as possible. Severe engine misfire
over only a short period of time can
seriously damage emission control
components, especially the catalytic
converter.
When the fuel filler cap is not
properly tightened, the OBD system can detect the vapor leak and the
indicator will light up. If the filler cap is
subsequently tightened, the indicator
should go out within a few days.<
The purpose of the OBD system is to
ensure proper operation of the emission control system for the vehicle's
lifetime. The system monitors emission- Event data recorders
related components and systems for
Your vehicle may be equipped with one
deterioriation and malfunction.
or more sensing and diagnostic modAn illuminated lamp informs you
ules or a recording device capable of
of the need for service, not of
recording or transmitting certain vehicle
the need to stop the vehicle.
data or information. In addition, if you
However, the systems should be
have a Subscription Service Agreement
checked by your BMW center at the
for the BMW Assist system, certain
earliest possible opportunity.
vehicle information may be transmitted
or recorded in order to provide such
services.
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Data
Repairs
Maintenance
Controls
Overview
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Overview
Overview
Operation, maintenance
Maintenance
Controls
Controls and features
Repairs
Owner service procedures
Data
Technical data
Index
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Onboard tool kit
Windshield wiper blades
The onboard tool kit is located in the
luggage compartment lid.
1. Switch off the engine
2. Fold the wiper arm completely out
from the windshield
3. Position the wiper blade at an angle
and pull the release spring – see
arrow
4. Fold the wiper blade down and
unhook it toward the windshield
5. Pull the wiper blade past the wiper
arm toward the top
6. Insert a new wiper blade and apply
pressure until you hear it engage.
To open, loosen the wing nut.
For storing the towing eyelet refer to
page 145.
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Lamps and bulbs
Before working on the electrical
system, switch off the electrical
accessory you are working on or disconnect the cable from the negative
terminal of the battery. Failure to
observe this precaution could result in
short circuits.
To prevent injuries and damage when
changing a bulb, be sure to comply with
any instructions provided by the bulb
manufacturer.<
When cleaning the headlamps, please
follow the instructions in the Caring for
your vehicle brochure.
Overview
Controls
Maintenance
Please contact a BMW center in case of
a malfunction.
Parking lamps
5 watt bulb
Please contact a BMW center in case of
a malfunction.
Repairs
A replacement bulb set is available from
your BMW center.
Because of the extremely high
voltages involved, any work on the
> Low beams: H7 bulb, 55 watts.
xenon lighting system, including bulb> High beams: H7 bulb, 55 watts.
changing, should be carried out by
The H7 bulb is pressurized. There- technically-qualified personnel only.
fore, wear safety glasses and pro- Otherwise, there is a risk of fatal
injury.<
tective gloves. Failure to comply with
this precaution could lead to injury if the
bulb is damaged.<
Xenon lamps*
The service life of these bulbs is very
long and the probability of a failure is
very low, provided that they are not
switched on and off an unusual number
of times. If one of these bulbs should
nevertheless fail, it is possible to continue driving with great caution using
the fog lamps, provided traffic laws in
your area do not prohibit this.
Data
Do not touch the glass portion of
a new bulb with your bare hands
since even small amounts of impurities
burn in to the surface and reduce the
service life of the bulb. Use a clean
cloth, paper napkin, or a similar material, or hold the bulb by its metallic
base.<
Low beams and high beams
Index
The lamps and bulbs make essential
contributions to the safety of your vehicle. Therefore, proceed carefully when
handling bulbs. BMW recommends that
you have such work performed by your
BMW center if you are not familiar with
the procedures.
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Lamps and bulbs
Front turn signal indicators
21 watt bulb
1. Extend a screwdriver through the
upper opening, loosen and remove
the screw
2. Remove lamp by pulling it out toward
the front
3. Applying light pressure, turn the bulb
to the left. Remove and exchange the
bulb
4. Insert the 2 pins on the lamp into the
guides on the vehicle
5. Slide in the lamp and screw the bulb
in place through the upper opening.
Side turn signal indicators
5 watt bulb
1. Use finger pressure against the rear
end of the lamp – see arrow – to
press it forward for removal
2. Apply gentle pressure to the bulb
while turning it to the left to remove.
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Lamps and bulbs
3 Tail lamp/brake lamp
LEDs
Please contact a BMW center in
case of a defect with the LED
lamps.<
Repairs
2 Backup lamp
21 watt bulb
2. Fold the trim panel down – see arrow
1. Disengage the bulb holder – see
arrow 2 – and remove it
3. Applying light pressure, turn the bulb
to the left. Remove and exchange the
bulb
4. Press the bulb holder into position
until you hear it engage
5. Reinstall the trim with the clip.
Data
1 Turn signal indicator
LEDs
Bulbs in the luggage compartment lid
1. Using a screwdriver, loosen the clip
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Rear lamps
Maintenance
Controls
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Lamps and bulbs
Do not remove the protective lens,
and avoid staring directly at the
unfiltered beam for several hours, as
inflammation of the retina could
result.<
Center high-mount brake lamp
License plate lamps
LED strip on the rear window.
5 watt bulb
Please contact a BMW center in case of
a malfunction.
1. Place a screwdriver in the slot and
press toward the left to release the
lens
2. Replace the bulb.
Light-emitting diodes
Light-emitting diodes (LEDs) installed
behind translucent lenses serve as the
light sources for many of the controls
and displays in your vehicle. These
light-emitting diodes are related to conventional lasers, and legislation defines
them as light-emitting diodes, Class 1.
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Tire repair with the M Mobility system
Overview
Controls
The M Mobility system is located in the
luggage compartment under the floor
panel.
Maintenance
Preparing to repair a tire
You will find corresponding
instructions for using the
M Mobility system on the device.<
Before using the M Mobility system, read the warnings on the
sealant bottle.<
Pull the sticker showing the speed limit
from the sealant bottle and stick it onto
the steering wheel.
Repairs
If possible, leave the foreign object in
the tire.
Data
You will find an M Mobility system in the
BMW M3 for repairing flat tires. With
this system you can apply a sealant to
the inside of the tire, thus seal off the
damaged point, then reinflate the tire
and continue driving.
Please observe the expiration
date on the sealant bottle.<
Index
Precautions in case of a flat tire:
Stop the vehicle as far as possible
from passing traffic and position it on a
firm surface. Turn on the hazard warning flashers.
Turn the steering wheel to the straightahead position and engage the steering
lock. Engage the parking brake and
shift into 1st or reverse gear.
All passengers should be outside the
vehicle and well away from your immediate working area – behind a guardrail,
for instance.
If necessary, set up your warning triangle or portable hazard warning lamp on
the roadside at an appropriate distance
from the rear of the vehicle. Comply
with all local safety guidelines and regulations.<
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Components of the M Mobility
system
System version with manometer
on the hose*
System version with manometer
integrated in the box*
1 Sealant bottle and sticker showing
the speed limit
3 Plug and cable for the cigarette
lighter socket
3 Plug and cable for the cigarette
lighter socket
2 Filler hose from the sealant bottle to
the wheel
4 Connector for the sealant bottle
4 Connector for the sealant bottle
5 Compressor
5 Compressor
6 On/Off switch
6 On/Off switch
7 Manometer for indicating the tire
pressure
7 Manometer for indicating the tire
pressure
8 Screw for reducing the filling pressure
8 Screw for reducing the filling pressure
9 Hose connecting compressor and
sealant bottle, or compressor and
wheel
9 Hose connecting compressor and
sealant bottle, or compressor and
wheel
Plug, cable and connecting hose are
stored inside the compressor box.
Plug, cable and connecting hose are
stored inside the compressor box.
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Distributing the sealant
Filling with sealant
1. Shake the bottle of sealant
2. Screw hose 9 onto the opening of
the sealant bottle
3. Twist the dust cap off of the valve on
the flat tire and screw filler hose 2
connected to the sealant bottle onto
the valve
4. Insert the sealant bottle into the connector on the compressor so that it is
standing upright
5. Make sure that the system is
switched off, position 0
6. Insert connector 3 into the cigarette
lighter socket inside the vehicle, refer
to page 98
7. When using the version with the
manometer on the hose: make sure
that screw 8 on the pressure gauge
is tightened down
Right afterward, drive at least about
2 miles / 3 km, so that the sealant is
distributed evenly in the tire.
Do not exceed a maximum speed
of 35 mph / 60 km/h.
If possible, keep the vehicle speed
above 12 mph / 20 km/h.<
Inflating tire to correct pressure
1. After driving approx. 1.9 miles/3 km,
pull over at a suitable location
2. Screw hose 9 connected to the compressor directly onto the tire valve
3. Insert connector 3 into the cigarette
lighter socket inside the vehicle
Controls
Maintenance
> Fill with sealant, refer to page 139
> Distribute the sealant, refer to
page 139
> Restore tire inflation pressure, refer
to page 139.
Repairs
To repair a flat tire using the M Mobility
system, proceed as follows:
Data
8. With the ignition key in position 2:
Switch on the compressor and keep
it running for approx. 3 minutes to fill
in the sealant. It does not matter
what the tire's inflation pressure is
afterward
9. Turn the system off and disconnect
the hose from the sealant bottle and
the wheel valve. Stow the M Mobility
system in the vehicle.
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Using the M Mobility system
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Battery
4. Adjust the tire inflation pressure to
29 psi / 200 kilopascal. For this purpose, with the ignition key in
position 2:
> Increase the tire pressure: switch
on the compressor, position I. To
check the current inflation pressure, turn off the device briefly
> Reduce the tire pressure: press
button 8, or turn screw 8 on the
manometer.
Battery posts, terminals, and
related accessories contain lead
and lead compounds. Wash hands after
handling.<
Do not run the compressor for
longer than 10 minutes, otherwise
the unit may overheat and be damaged.<
If the tire fails to hold the pressure, drive the vehicle again, see
Distributing the sealant. Then repeat
Steps 1 through 4 once.
The use of the M Mobility system may
be ineffective if the damaged area in
the tire is larger than approx. 1/8 in /
4 mm. If the tire cannot be temporarily
repaired with the M Mobility system,
please consult the nearest BMW center, or a workshop that has appropriately trained personnel working in
accordance with BMW specifications,<
The tire pressure must be at least
29 psi / 200 kilopascal. Otherwise,
do not continue driving.<
Driving on
Do not exceed the maximum
speed limit of 45 mph / 80 km/h;
otherwise, accidents may occur.<
Have the damaged tire replaced
as soon as possible. Reinitialize
the Flat Tire Monitor, and refer to
page 84 for further information.
Have the sealant bottle of the M Mobility system replaced.<
Maintenance
The battery is completely maintenancefree. This means that the original battery acid will normally last for the service life of the battery under moderate
climate conditions. Your BMW center
will be glad to advise you if you have
any questions concerning the battery.
Please consult your BMW center
whenever you have any questions
concerning the battery.<
Charging the battery
Charge the battery in the vehicle only
when the engine is not running. Use the
connections provided in the engine
compartment. Terminals, refer to Jumpstarting, page 143.
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Fuses
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Disposal
Do not attempt to repair a blown
fuse or replace it with a fuse
having a different color or amperage
rating. To do this could cause a fire in
the vehicle resulting from a circuit overload.<
Data
> Seat and mirror memory
The position settings must be stored
again, refer to page 48
> Clock
must be reset, refer to page 78
> Radio
Stations must be reset, refer to the
Owner's Manual for Radio/Onboard
Computer
> Navigation system
The system will not be operable
immediately, refer to the Owner's
Manual for Radio/Onboard Computer.
You will find the fuses and information
on their respective allocation in the
glove compartment behind a panel with
two snap clips.
Index
After a temporary power loss, e.g. due
to a discharged battery, some equipment will be limited in its use and will
have to be reinitialized. Individual settings are also lost and must be reset:
Repairs
Power loss
Maintenance
Controls
Overview
After changing the battery, have
the old battery disposed of by
your BMW center or bring it to a recycling point. Maintain the battery in an
upright position for transport and storage. Secure the battery against tilting in
transit.<
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Receiving assistance
The BMW Group's Mobile Service
offers you 24-hour assistance in the
event of a breakdown, even on weekends and holidays.
If the situation permits you to do so,
wait in the vehicle until the voice connection is established. You can then
provide detailed information to the
response center.
The telephone numbers of the Mobile
Service control center in your country
are listed in the Contact brochure.
If your vehicle is equipped with an activated BMW Assist and the current location of the vehicle can be determined,
this location is transmitted to the BMW
Assist response center.
If your vehicle has the necessary equipment, you can contact the Mobile Service or issue an emergency call using
buttons in the interior rearview mirror.
When an emergency call is initiated, a
telephone connection is established
with the BMW Assist response center.
If the navigation system has failed,
the current location of the vehicle
is not transmitted.<
Fold down the cover.
1 Emergency call
2 Mobile Service
If the indicator lamp is flashing but you
Requirements for initiating an emercannot hear the BMW Assist response
gency call or contacting Mobile Service: center over the hands-free system, it is
possible that e.g. the hands-free sys> Ignition key in position 1 or higher
tem is malfunctioning. The BMW Assist
> The car phone must be registered
response center can still hear you,
with a mobile network
however.
> The emergency call system must be
operational.
Initiating an emergency call*
Press button 1 for at least 2 seconds.
The indicator lamp above the buttons
lights up. As soon as a telephone connection has been set up to the BMW
Assist response center, the indicator
lamp flashes.
If certain requirements are met, an
emergency call is automatically initiated
after a serious accident. The automatic
emergency call will not be hindered by
pressing the button.
For technical reasons, the emergency call function cannot be
guaranteed in certain unfavorable conditions.<
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Receiving assistance
Jump-starting
Mobile Service*
When your battery is discharged, you
can use two jumper cables to start your
vehicle with power from the battery in a
second vehicle. You can also use the
same method to help start another
vehicle. Use only jumper cables with
fully insulated handles on the terminal
clamps.
Preparations
1. Check whether the battery of the
support vehicle has 12 volts and
approximately the same capacity –
measured in Ah. This information is
provided on the battery
2. Stop the engine of the support vehicle
3. Switch off all consumers in both
vehicles.
Make absolutely certain that there
is no contact between the bodywork of the two vehicles, otherwise
there is a short circuit hazard.<
Overview
Controls
Do not touch high-voltage wiring
and cables on a running engine.
Contact with components carrying high
voltage can be harmful or fatal.
Carefully observe the following instructions to avoid personal injury and/or
damage to one or both vehicles.<
Connecting the jumper cables
Be sure to connect the jumper
cables in the right order; otherwise there is a risk of injury due to
sparks being created near the battery.<
The jump-starting terminal located in
your BMW's engine compartment
serves as the positive battery terminal;
refer also to the engine compartment
overview on page 120. The cover of this
auxiliary terminal is marked with a +.
1. Open the cover of the BMW jumpstarting terminal. Do so by pulling the
tab – see arrow 1
2. Connect one terminal clamp of the
plus/+ jumper cable to the positive
terminal of the battery or to a jumpstarting terminal in the donor vehicle
Maintenance
Depending on the country you are in,
your vehicle's current location will also
be transmitted if your vehicle is
equipped with an activated BMW Assist
function.
Repairs
The indicator lamp above the buttons
lights up. As soon as a telephone connection has been set up with the Mobile
Service, the indicator lamp flashes.
Data
Press button 2 for at least 2 seconds.
Index
To establish contact with the BMW
Group's Mobile Service:
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Jump-starting
3. Connect the second terminal clamp
of the plus/+ jumper cable to the
positive terminal of the battery or to a
jump-starting terminal in the vehicle
to be started
4. Your BMW is equipped with a special
nut – see arrow 2 – to serve as the
ground or negative terminal.
Attach a terminal clamp of the
minus/– jumper cable to the negative
terminal of the support vehicle's battery or to a suitable ground on its
engine or bodywork
5. Attach the second terminal clamp of
the minus/– jumper cable to the negative terminal of the battery or to a
suitable ground on the engine or
bodywork of the vehicle to be
started.
3. Allow the engines to run for several
minutes
4. Disconnect the jumper cables in
reverse sequence.
Have the battery recharged at your
BMW center as required.
Do not use spray starter fluids to
start the engine.<
Starting the engine
1. Start the engine of the support vehicle and let it run for several minutes
at a slightly elevated engine idle
speed
2. Start the engine of the other vehicle
as usual.
If the first start attempt is not successful, wait a few minutes before
another attempt in order to allow the
discharged battery to recharge
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Towing and tow-starting the vehicle
Vehicles with sequential M gearbox
with Drivelogic: selector lever in position N.
Access to the threaded socket
Towing methods
Press out the cover in the front or rear
bumper with a screwdriver at the top of
the recess.
In some countries, it is not permitted to
tow the vehicle with a tow bar or tow
rope on public roads.
Being towed
Make sure that the ignition key is
in position 1, because the steering
lock could otherwise engage and the
vehicle could no longer be steered.
There is no power assist while the
engine is off. Therefore, you will need to
exert more force to brake and steer the
vehicle.<
Familiarize yourself with the applicable
towing regulations for the country in
which you are driving.
With a tow bar
The towing vehicle must not be
lighter than the vehicle being
towed; otherwise, vehicle handling can
no longer be controlled.<
The towing eyelets of both vehicles
should be on the same side.
Index
Observe the following instructions in order to avoid damaging
the towing eyelet or the vehicle: use
only the towing eyelet supplied with the
vehicle, and screw it in firmly until it
stops. Use the towing eyelet for towing
on paved roads only. Avoid subjecting
the towing eyelet to lateral loads, e.g.
do not lift the vehicle using the towing
eyelet.<
Vehicles with manual transmission:
gearshift lever in idling position.
Controls
The screw-in towing eyelet is stored in
the luggage compartment under the
floor panel and must remain with the
vehicle at all times. It can be attached
at the front or rear of your BMW.
Maintenance
Using the towing eyelet
Repairs
Turn on the hazard warning flashers, if
required by national regulations. If the
electrical system has failed, clearly
identify the vehicle being towed, e.g. by
placing a sign or a warning triangle in
the rear window.
Data
Always observe all applicable
towing laws and regulations.<
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Towing and tow-starting the vehicle
If the tow bar can only be used in a
diagonal position, please note the following:
2. Turn the ignition key to position 2
3. Engage the 3rd gear
4. Have the vehicle towed with the
clutch pedal completely depressed
and then slowly release the clutch
pedal. After the engine has started,
immediately depress the clutch pedal
again completely
5. Pull over at a suitable location,
remove the tow bar or tow rope, and
turn on the hazard warning flashers
6. Have the vehicle checked.
> Clearance is restricted while you are
driving around corners
> The inclination of the tow bar produces lateral force.
Only attach the tow bar to the
towing eyelets. Other parts of the
vehicles could otherwise be damaged.<
With a tow truck
With a tow rope
When the towing vehicle is driving off,
make sure that the tow rope is taut.
Have the BMW transported by a tow
truck with a lift sling, or on a flatbed.
Never allow passengers to ride in
Use nylon ropes or straps for towa towed vehicle for any reason.<
ing because they prevent sudden
jerking movements. Attach the tow rope
Do not lift the vehicle by the towonly to the towing eyelets. Other parts
ing eyelet, nor by parts of the
of the vehicles could otherwise be
body or chassis. Otherwise damage
damaged.<
could result.<
Vehicles with sequential M gearbox
with Drivelogic:
> Have the vehicle towed with the
selector lever in position N
> Move the selector lever into position
S and pull it toward + within 2 seconds. The correct gear will automatically be selected and engaged
> After the engine has started, move
the selector lever into position N
again.
Tow-starting
Only tow-start vehicles with catalytic
converters if the engine is cold. It is
better to jump-start the engine, refer to
page 143.
1. Turn on hazard warning flashers;
comply with national regulations
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Data
Repairs
Maintenance
Controls
Overview
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Overview
Overview
Operation, maintenance
Maintenance
Controls
Controls and features
Repairs
Owner service procedures
Data
Technical data
Index
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Engine data
Displacement
Number of cylinders
cu in/cm3
198.1/3,246
6
Max. power output
at engine speed
hp
rpm
333
7,900
Maximum torque
at engine speed
lb ft/Nm
rpm
262/355
4,900
Compression ratio
ε
11.5
Stroke
Bore
in/mm
in/mm
3.58/91
3.43/87
Fuel mixture preparation
Digital electronic engine-management
system
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Repairs
Maintenance
Controls
Overview
151
Index
Dimensions
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Weights
Curb weight
lbs/kg
3,415/1,549
Approved gross vehicle weight
lbs/kg
4,453/2,020
Approved front axle load
lbs/kg
2,138/970
Approved rear axle load
lbs/kg
2,535/1,150
Approved roof load capacity
lbs/kg
165/75
Luggage compartment capacity
cu ft/l
14.5/410
Approved axle loads and approved gross vehicle weight must never be exceeded.
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153
approx. 16.6/approx. 63
approx. 2.1/approx. 8
Fuel specification, refer to page 25
Windshield washer system/
Headlamp cleaning system
quarts/liters
approx. 5.6/approx. 5.3
Engine with oil filter change
quarts/liters
approx. 5.8/approx. 5.5
Specifications, refer to page 123
Manual transmission
quarts/liters
approx. 1.9/approx. 1.8
Oil change during running-in check
and during each inspection II
Differential
quarts/liters
approx. 1.2/approx. 1.1
Oil change during running-in check
and during each inspection II
Index
Data
Repairs
Specifications, refer to page 122
Controls
gal./liters
gal./liters
Maintenance
Fuel tank
Reserve
Overview
Notes
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Overview
Operation, maintenance
Maintenance
Controls
Controls and features
Repairs
Owner service procedures
Data
Technical data
Index
Index
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Everything from A to Z
A
ABS Antilock Brake
System 111
indicator lamp 19
Accessories, refer to For
your own safety 6
Accident, refer to Emergency call 142
Activated-charcoal filter 94
Adaptive brake lamp, refer
to Brake force display 86
Adding brake fluid 125
Additional sources of information 4
Air conditioning mode
automatic climate
control 92
Air distribution
automatic climate
control 92
individual 92
Air outlets, refer to Ventilation 90
Air pressure, refer to Tire
inflation pressure 112
Air recirculation, refer to
Recirculated-air mode 93
Air supply
automatic climate
control 92
Air, drying, refer to Air conditioning mode 92
Airbags 52
deactivating 52
indicator lamp 18, 54
safe seating position 42
Airing out, refer to Ventilation 90
AKI, refer to Fuel specifications 25
Alarm system 37
avoiding unintentional
alarms 38
All-season tires, refer to
Winter tires 116
Alternative oil types 123
Antifreeze 124
coolant 124
washer fluid 122
Antilock Brake System
(ABS) 111
indicator lamp 19
Anti-theft system 28
Anti-theft warning system,
refer to Alarm system 37
Approved axle loads, refer
to Weights 152
Approved gross weight,
refer to Weights 152
Armrest
front 96
rear 97
Artificial leather, refer to the
Caring for your vehicle
brochure
Ashtray
front 98
rear 98
Assistant systems, refer to
Dynamic Stability Control
(DSC) 82
AUC Automatic recirculated-air control 93
AUTO program 92
Automatic
cruise control 73
headlamp control 87
Automatic air distribution,
refer to AUTO program 92
Automatic air supply, refer
to AUTO program 92
Automatic car wash, refer to
the Caring for your vehicle
brochure
Automatic climate control 90
Automatic curb monitor 49
Automatic dimming, interior
rearview mirror 50
Automatic recirculated-air
control (AUC) 93
Automatic windshield
washer, refer to Rain sensor 72
Average fuel
consumption 80
Average speed 80
Avoiding unintentional
alarms 38
Axle loads, refer to
Weights 152
B
Backrest
adjusting 43
unlocking 46
width adjustment 45
Backrest, refer to Seat
adjustment 44
Backup lamps 65
bulb replacement 135
Bandages, refer to First-aid
kit 23
Bar, for towing 145
Battery 140
charge 140
disposal 141
indicator lamp 18
jump-starting 143
remote control 28, 29
Battery charge current 18
Belts, refer to Safety
belts 46
Beverage holders 96, 97
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Controls
Maintenance
Check Control 77
Check Gas Cap
indicator lamp 19
Child seats, refer to Childrestraint systems 55
Child-restraint systems 55
Cigarette lighter 98
Cleaning chrome parts, refer
to the Caring for your vehicle brochure
Cleaning light alloy wheels,
refer to the Caring for your
vehicle brochure
Cleaning the vehicle, refer to
the Caring for your vehicle
brochure
Cleaning windshield 73
Clock 78
12-/24-hour mode 78
setting, refer also to the
Owner's Manual for
Radio/Onboard Computer
Closing
from inside 33
from outside 29
Clothes hooks 99
Clutch
breaking in 108
Cockpit 14
Code, refer to the Owner's
Manual for Radio/Onboard
Computer
Repairs
C
California Proposition 65
warning 6
Can holders, see Beverage
holders 96, 97
Capacities 153
Car battery 140
Car care, refer to the Caring
for your vehicle brochure
Car keys, refer to Keys 28
Car phone hookup
microphone 97
Car radio, refer to the
Owner's Manual for Radio
Car telephone, refer to the
separate Owner's Manual
Car vacuum cleaner, connecting 98
Car wash, refer to the Caring
for your vehicle brochure
Caring for headlamp covers, refer to the Caring for
your vehicle brochure 133
Carpet care, refer to the
Caring for your vehicle
brochure
Cassette operation, refer to
the Owner's Manual for
Radio/Onboard Computer
CBC Cornering Brake Control 111
warning lamp 19
CD changer, refer to the
Owner's Manual for
Radio/Onboard Computer
CD operation, refer to the
Owner's Manual for
Radio/Onboard Computer
Center high-mount brake
lamp
bulb replacement 136
Central locking system 28
button 33
passenger
compartment 33
Charge indicator lamp 18
Data
Brakes
ABS 111
brake fluid 125
brake force display 86
brake pads 110
breaking in 108
driving notes 109
indicator/warning
lamp 18, 19
parking brake 64
Break-in procedures 108
Bridging, refer to Jumpstarting 143
Bulb replacement 133
Bulb replacement, refer to
Lamps and bulbs 133
Buttons in steering wheel 22
Index
Blower
automatic climate
control 92
BMW Maintenance
System 126
BMW sports seat 44
Bore, refer to Engine
data 150
Bottle holders, see Beverage holders 96, 97
Brake fluid 125
indicator lamp 18, 125
level 125
Brake force display 86
Brake lamps
bulb replacement 135
indicator lamp, defective
lamp 77
Brake lamps, refer to Brake
force display 86
Brake pads
brake fluid level 18, 125
breaking in 108
Brake rotors
breaking in 108
Brake system
brake pads, indicator
lamp 19
Brake wear warning
indicator lamp 19
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Coin box 96
Cold start, refer to Starting
the engine 62
Compact disc operation,
refer to the Owner's Manual for Radio/Onboard
Computer
Compartments 96
Compression ratio, refer to
Engine data 150
Computer 79
Condensation, refer to Air
conditioning mode 92
Configuring settings, refer to
Vehicle Memory, Key
Memory 59
Connecting a vacuum
cleaner, refer to Power
socket 98
Consumption, refer to Average fuel consumption 80
Control elements, refer to
Cockpit 14
Convenience operation
from outside 32
glass sunroof 30
windows 30
Coolant 124
indicator lamp 19, 76
level 124
temperature gauge 76
Coolant water, refer to Coolant 124
Cooling, refer to Temperature 92
Copyright 4
Cornering Brake Control
(CBC) 111
warning lamp 19
Cruise control 73
indicator lamp 20
Cup holders, see Beverage
holders 96, 97
Curb weight, refer to
Weights 152
Cylinders, refer to Engine
data 150
D
Dashboard, refer to
Cockpit 14
Data
capacities 153
dimensions 151
engine 150
weights 152
Daytime driving lamps 87
DBC Dynamic Brake
Control 111
warning lamp 19
Deep water, refer to Driving
through water 109
Defrost position, refer to
Defrosting windows 92
Defrosting and demisting
windows
automatic climate
control 92
Defrosting windows 92
Defrosting windshield, refer
to Defrosting windows 92
Demisting windows
automatic climate
control 92
Differential
breaking in 108
Digital clock 78
Dimensions 151
Dipstick, engine oil 122
Displacement, refer to
Engine data 150
Display lighting, refer to
Instrument lighting 88
Displays, refer to Instrument
cluster 16
Disposal
oil 123
vehicle battery 141
Distance warning, refer to
Park Distance Control
(PDC) 81
Divided rear backrest 100
Door key 28
Door lock 32
Doors
emergency operation 32
Draft-free ventilation 93
Drivelogic 69
Driving light, refer to Parking
lamps/Low beams 87
Driving notes 109
Driving through water, deep
water 109
Dry air, refer to Air conditioning mode 92
DSC Dynamic Stability Control 82
indicator lamp 19, 82
Dynamic Brake Control
(DBC) 111
warning lamp 19
Dynamic Stability Control
(DSC) 19, 82
Dynamic Stability Control
DSC
M Track mode 82
E
Easy entry, refer to Entering
the rear 46
Electric glass sunroof 40
Electric power windows 39
Electrical accessories, failure 141
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G
Gasoline consumption, refer
to Average fuel consumption 80
Gasoline, refer to Fuel specifications 25
Gear indicator 67
Overview
Controls
Maintenance
F
False alarm, refer to
Avoiding unintentional
alarms 38
Fasten safety belts
indicator lamp 18
Fastening the safety belts 46
Fault displays 77
Filling the windshield washer
reservoir 153
Filling with sealant
M Mobility system 139
First aid, refer to First-aid
kit 23
First-aid kit 23
Flat tire 137
Flat Tire Monitor 83
repairing 137
Flat Tire Monitor 83
activating/deactivating 84
indicator lamp 18, 19, 85
Floor panel, raising 36
Fluid reservoir for washer
systems 122
Fog lamps
indicator/warning lamp 20
Folding rear backrest 100
Follow me home lamps 87
Footbrake, refer to Braking
safely 109
Front airbags 52
Front center armrest 96
Front fog lamps 89
indicator/warning lamp 20
Fuel
display 76
specifications 25
volume 153
Fuel consumption
display 80
Fuel display, refer to Fuel
gauge 76
Fuel filler door 24
release following an electrical malfunction 24
Fuel level indicator, refer to
Fuel gauge 76
Fuel mixture preparation 150
Fuel reserve indicator, refer
to Fuel gauge 76
Fuel tank capacity 153
Fuses 141
Repairs
Eyeglasses compartment 97
Eyelet, towing 145
Data
Engine oil
adding 123
additives, refer to Adding
engine oil 123
alternative oils 123
capacity 153
consumption 122
indicator/warning lamp 19
quality 123
specified oils 123
temperature gauge 75
types 123
Engine oil level 19
check 122
indicator/warning lamp 18
Engine oil pressure
indicator/warning lamp 18
Engine oil temperature 75
Engine output, refer to
Engine data 150
Engine speed 75, 150
Entering the rear 46
Equipment range, refer to
the Service and Warranty
Information Booklet for US
models / Warranty and
Service Guide Booklet for
Canadian models
ESP Electronic Stability Program, refer to Dynamic
Stability Control (DSC) 82
Exterior mirrors 50
Index
Electrical malfunction
door lock 32
driver's door 32
fuel filler door 24
glass sunroof 41
luggage compartment
lid 34
Electronic Stability Program
(ESP), refer to Dynamic
Stability Control (DSC) 82
Emergency call 142
Emergency operation
doors 32
driver's door 32
fuel filler door 24
glass sunroof 41
Emergency release
luggage compartment lid
34, 36
Engine
breaking in 108
data 150
electronics 19
indicator lamp 19
speed 75, 150
starting 62
switching off 64
Engine compartment 120
Engine coolant 124
refilling 124
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Gearbox
manual transmission 65
Gearbox malfunction
sequential M gearbox with
Drivelogic 70
Gearbox, sequential 66
Gearshift lever
manual transmission 65
sequential M gearbox with
Drivelogic 66
General driving notes 109
Glass sunroof
closing following an electrical malfunction 41
convenience operation
30, 32
remote control 29, 30
Glass sunroof, electric 40
Glove compartment 95
Gradient assistance 69
Grills, refer to Ventilation 90
Gross weight, refer to
Weights 152
H
Handbrake, refer to Parking
brake 64
Hands-free system 97
Harman Kardon premium
sound system 95
Hazard warning flashers 14
Hazard warning triangle 23
Head airbags 52
Head restraints 45
Headlamp cleaning system
cleaning headlamps 73
washer fluid 122, 153
Headlamp control 87
Headlamp flasher 88
indicator lamp 21
Headlamps
bulb replacement 133
care, refer to the Caring
for your vehicle brochure
Heated mirror 50
Heated rear window
automatic climate
control 93
Heated seats 49
Heating
exterior mirrors 50
rear window 93
seats 49
Heating and ventilation 90
Heavy loads, refer to Cargo
loading 103
Height adjustment
seats 44
steering wheel 51
Height, refer to
Dimensions 151
High beams 71, 88
bulb replacement 133
headlamp flasher 88
indicator lamp 21
Holder for
beverages 96, 97
litter bag 97
Hood release 119
Horn 14
Hydraulic brake assistant,
refer to DBC 111
Hydroplaning 109
I
Ice warning 79
Ignition 61
Ignition key 28
positions 61
Ignition lock 61
Imprint 4
Indicator lamps 18
Indicator/warning lamp
airbags 18
alarm system 38
brakes 18, 19
Check Gas Cap 19
coolant 19, 76
DSC 19
Flat Tire Monitor
18, 19, 85
fog lamps 20
Please fasten safety
belts 18
reserve 76
Service Engine Soon 19
Individual air distribution 92
Individual settings, refer to
Vehicle Memory, Key
Memory 59
Inflation pressure monitoring, refer to Flat Tire Monitor 83
Inflation pressure, tires 112
INSPECTION 77
Instrument cluster 16
Instrument lighting 88
Instrument panel 14
Interface socket for onboard
diagnostics (OBD) 128
event data recorders 128
Interior lamps 89
remote control 30
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L
Lamp defect 133
Lamps and bulbs 133
Lashing down loads, refer to
Cargo loading 102
Lashing eyelets, refer to
Securing cargo 104
Lashing fittings, refer to
Securing cargo 104
LATCH child-restraint
mounting system 57
Leather care, refer to the
Caring for your vehicle
brochure
Overview
Controls
M
M Engine dynamics
control 85
M Mobility system 137
M Track mode 82
indicator lamp 20
Maintenance 77, 126
Maintenance system 126
Making telephone calls,
refer to the telephone
Owner's Manual
Malfunction
door lock 32
fuel filler door 24
Malfunction displays 77
Manual operation
door lock 32
driver's door 32
fuel filler door 24
glass sunroof 41
luggage compartment
lid 34
Manual transmission 65
Master keys
with remote control 28
Maintenance
Luggage compartment lighting 34
Luggage rack, refer to Roofmounted luggage rack 105
Lumbar support 44
Repairs
K
Key Memory 59
Keys 28
with remote control 28
Low beams 87
automatic 87
bulb replacement 133
indicator lamp, defective
lamp 77
Luggage compartment
capacity 152
emergency operation,
refer to Manual
operation 34
floor mat 37
floor panel 36
lid 34
opening from outside 34
opening, remote
control 30
opening/closing, refer to
Luggage compartment
lid 34
remote control 30
volume 152
Luggage compartment lid 34
emergency operation 34
emergency release 36
indicator lamp 77
opening from inside the
vehicle 34, 35
opening from outside 34
remote control 30
securing separately 34
unlocking manually 34
Data
J
Jump-starting 143
Leaving the vehicle 64
LEDs light-emitting
diodes 136
Length, refer to
Dimensions 151
License plate lamp
bulb replacement 136
Light switch 87
Light-emitting diodes
(LEDs) 136
Lighter 98
LIGHTS ON warning 87
Lights, refer to Parking
lamps/Low beams 87
Litter bag holders 97
Load, determining the maximum 102
Load, refer to Cargo
loading 102
Loading
vehicle 102
Load-securing devices 104
Lock buttons on doors, refer
to Locking 33
Lock, steering wheel 61
Locking
from inside 33
from outside 29, 32
Locking and unlocking
doors
from inside 33
from outside 29, 32
Index
Interior motion sensor 37, 38
switching off 30, 38
Interior rearview mirror
automatic dimming
feature 50
Interior temperature
adjusting 92
Intermittent mode, wipers 72
Interval display, service 77
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MC operation, refer to the
Owner's Manual for
Radio/Onboard Computer
MD operation, refer to the
Owner's Manual for
Radio/Onboard Computer
Mechanical seats 43
Memory, refer to Seat and
mirror memory 48
Memory, refer to Vehicle
Memory, Key Memory 59
Microfilter
automatic climate
control 94
Microphone 97
Mini disc operation, refer to
the Owner's Manual for
Radio/Onboard Computer
Mirrors 50
automatic curb monitor 49
heated 50
memory, refer to Seat and
mirror memory 48
Mobile Service 143
Modifications, technical,
refer to For your own
safety 6
Multifunction steering
wheel 22
Multifunction switch
turn signal indicator/headlamp flasher 71
washer/wiper system 72
N
Navigation system, refer to
the Owner's Manual for
Radio/Onboard Computer
Neck restraints, refer to
Head restraints 45
Nets 96
Nozzles, refer to
Ventilation 90
Nylon rope, refer to Towing
and tow-starting the vehicle 145
O
OBD interface socket 128
Odometer 75
Oil
additives, refer to Adding
engine oil 123
alternative oils 123
capacity 153
dipstick 122
quality 123
specified engine oils 123
Oil change interval, refer to
Service interval
display 126
Oil change intervals, refer to
the Service and Warranty
Information Booklet for US
models / Warranty and
Service Guide Booklet for
Canadian models
Oil filter change 153
Oil level
checking 122
indicator lamp 18
Oil pressure
indicator lamp 18
OIL SERVICE 77
Oil types 123
Old batteries, refer to Disposal 141
Onboard computer 79
Onboard computer, refer to
the Owner's Manual for
Onboard Computer
Onboard tool kit 132
Opening and closing
from inside 33
from outside 29
via remote control 29
via the door lock 32
Outlets, ventilation 90
Outside temperature display 79
changing unit of
measure 79
P
Paintwork care, refer to the
Caring for your vehicle
brochure
Panic mode, trigger
alarm 30
Park Distance Control
(PDC) 81
Parking aid, refer to Park
Distance Control (PDC) 81
Parking brake 64
indicator lamp 18
Parking lamps 87
bulb replacement 133
Parking lamps/Low
beams 87
Parts and accessories, refer
to Your individual vehicle 5
Passenger-side exterior mirror tilt function 49
PDC Park Distance
Control 81
Plastic, refer to the Caring
for your vehicle brochure
Pollen, refer to Microfilter/activated-charcoal filter 94
Power output, refer to
Engine data 150
Power seat 44
Power socket 98
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Safe seating position 42
airbags 42
safety belt 42
Safety belt
safe seating position 42
Safety belt height adjustment 47
Safety belts 46
height adjustment 47
warning lamp 18
Safety feature
glass sunroof 40
power windows 39
Safety systems, refer to
Antilock Brake
System 111
Dynamic Stability Control
(DSC) 82
Screwdriver, refer to
Onboard tool kit 132
Seat adjustment
backrest width adjustment 45
BMW sports seat 44
height 43
lumbar support 44
manual 43
power 44
Seat belt tensioner, refer to
Safety belts 46
Seat heating 49
Seat memory, refer to Seat
and mirror memory 48
Seat positions, storing 48
Seats 43
Securing cargo 104
Securing child-restraint system 57
Securing the vehicle
from inside 33
from outside 29, 32
Selector lever
sequential M gearbox with
Drivelogic 66
Selector lever positions
sequential M gearbox with
Drivelogic 66
Sequential M gearbox with
Drivelogic 66
indicator lamp 19, 70
tow-starting 146
Repairs
Reverse gear
manual transmission 65
Roof load capacity 152
Roof-mounted luggage
rack 105
Rope, refer to Towing
and tow-starting the vehicle 145
Data
R
Radio remote control key,
refer to Master key with
remote control 28
Radio, refer to the Owner's
Manual for Radio
Rain sensor 72
Range 80
Reading lamps
front 89
rear 89
Rear armrest, refer to Rear
center armrest 97
Rear backrest, folding 100
Rear center 3-point safety
belt 100
Rear lamps
bulb replacement 135
indicator lamp, defective
lamp 77
Rear window heating
automatic climate
control 93
Rear-entry assist 46
Rearview mirror 50
Receiving assistance 142
Recirculated-air mode
automatic climate
control 93
Recirculating the air, refer to
Recirculated-air mode 93
Reclining seat, refer to Seat
adjustment 44
Refueling 24
fuel filler door 24
Releasing
hood 119
Remaining distance to service 77
Remaining distance, refer to
Range 80
Remote control 29
luggage compartment
lid 30
malfunction 30
Replacing lamps, refer to
Lamps and bulbs 133
Reporting safety defects 7
Restraint systems
for children 55
Restraint systems, refer to
Safety belts 46
Index
Power socket, cigarette
lighter 98
Pressure monitoring, tires
Flat Tire Monitor 83
Pressure, tires 112
inflating with M Mobility
system 139
Proposition 65 warning 6
Puncture
M Mobility system 137
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Service and Warranty Information Booklet 126
Service Engine Soon
warning lamp 19
Service interval display
77, 126
Shift lights 70
Shift paddles 67
Side airbags 52
Side turn signal indicators
bulb replacement 134
Size 151
Ski bag 101
Sliding/tilt sunroof, refer to
Electric glass sunroof 40
SMG Drivelogic 66
Smokers' package, refer to
Ashtray 98
Snow chains 118
SOS, refer to Emergency
call 142
Spare key 28, 29
Special oils 123
Special oils, refer to Specified engine oils 123
Specified engine oils 123
Speed gauge, refer to
Speedometer 16
Speedometer 16
Sport mode 85
Sports seat 44
Stability control, refer to
Dynamic Stability Control
(DSC) 82
Stability control, refer to M
Track mode 82
Standing lamps 88
bulb replacement 133
Starting difficulties
jump-starting 143
temperature 62
Starting the engine 62
Starting, refer to Starting the
engine 62
Starting-off assistance
DSC 82
gradient assistance 69
Status of the Owner's Manual 5
Steering wheel lock 61
Steering wheel, adjusting 51
Storage compartments 96
Storage nets 96
Storing seat positions,
refer to Seat and mirror
memory 48
Storing tires 117
Stroke, refer to Engine
data 150
Sun blind 94
Sun blind, refer to Roller sun
blind 94
Surface ice, refer to Ice
warning 79
Switches, refer to
Cockpit 14
Switching off
engine 64
Symbols 4
T
Tachometer 75
Tail lamps
bulb replacement 135
Tail lamps, refer to Rear
lamps 135
Tank capacity, refer to Fuel
tank capacity 153
Tank indicator, refer to Fuel
gauge 76
Technical data 150
Technical modifications 6
Technical modifications,
refer to For your own
safety 6
Telephone hookup
microphone 97
Telephone, refer to the separate Owner's Manual
Television, refer to the
Owner's Manual for
Onboard Computer
Temperature
automatic climate
control 92
Temperature adjustment 92
Temperature display
engine coolant 76
outside temperature 79
setting units 79
Temperature layering 93
Tempomat, refer to Cruise
control 73
Thigh support area, adjusting 44
Third brake lamp, refer to
Center high-mount brake
lamp 136
Threaded socket for towing
eyelet 145
Three-point safety belt 46
Through-loading system 100
Tilt alarm sensor 30, 38
remote control 30
switching off 30, 38
Tilting passenger-side exterior mirror 49
Time 78
Tire inflation pressure 112
Tire pressure monitoring,
refer to Flat Tire
Monitor 83
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Warning and indicator
lamps 18
Warning lamp 'Please fasten safety belts' 18
Warning messages 77
Warranty and Service Guide
Booklet 126
Warranty, refer also to separate booklet 7
Washer fluid
adding 122, 153
Washer fluid reservoir 122
volume 122
Washer jets, refer to Windshield washer jets 73
Washer/wiper system 72, 73
washer fluid 122
Waste tray, refer to
Ashtray 98
Weights 152
Wheelbase, refer to Dimensions 151
Wheels and tires 112
Wheelslip control DSC 82
Maintenance
V
Vehicle
battery 140
break-in procedures 108
dimensions 151
leaving the vehicle 64
loading 102
starting 62
washing, refer to the Caring for your vehicle brochure 72
weight 152
Vehicle Memory 59
Vehicle weight 152
Ventilation 90
draft-free 93
Viscosity 123
Voice command system 22
microphone 97
Voice control, refer to separate Owner's Manual
Volume
luggage compartment 152
Repairs
U
Underbody protection, refer
to the Caring for your vehicle brochure
Units
average fuel
consumption 80
temperature 79
Unlocking
from inside 33
from outside 29, 32
Upshift indicator, refer to
Shift Lights 70
Data
Trap protection
glass sunroof 40
power windows 39
Tread depth, refer to Tire
tread 116
Tread wear indicators in
the tires, refer to Tire
tread 116
Tread wear, tires 116
Trip distance recorder, refer
to Trip odometer 75
Trip meter, refer to Trip
odometer 75
Trip odometer 75
Trunk lid, refer to Luggage
compartment lid 34
Trunk lighting, refer to Luggage compartment lighting 34
Turn signal indicator 71
bulb replacement 134
indicator lamp 20
Turn signal indicator, side
bulb replacement 134
Turning circle, refer to
Dimensions 151
TV function, refer to the
Owner's Manual for
Onboard Computer
Index
Tires
age 114
breaking in 108
condition 115
damage 115
flat 137
inflation pressure 112
storing 117
tread 115, 116
tread wear indicators,
refer to Tire tread 116
winter tires 116
Tools 132
Torque
engine 150
Tow bar 145
Tow rope 145
Towing 145
Towing eyelet 145
Towing the vehicle 145
Tow-starting 145
Track mode, refer to M
Track mode 82
Track width, refer to Dimensions 151
Transmission
breaking in 108
Transport securing devices,
refer to Securing
cargo 104
Transporting children
safely 55
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Width, refer to
Dimensions 151
Window condensation
removing 92
Windows
convenience operation
30, 32
power 39
remote control 29, 30
Windshield washer
nozzles 73
Windshield washer reservoir
volume, see
Capacities 153
Windshield wiper blades,
replacing 132
Windshield wipers, refer to
Washer/wiper system 72
Winter tires 116
storing 117
Wiper blades, replacing 132
Work in the engine compartment 119
X
Xenon lamps
bulb replacement 133
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Data
Repairs
Maintenance
Controls
Overview
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Refueling
To ensure that you always have convenient access to all essential information
when you stop for fuel, we recommend
that you take the time to fill out the
adjoining chart by entering the data that
apply to your vehicle. Consult the index
for individual specifications.
Fuel
Designation
Please enter your preferred fuel here.
Engine oil
Quality
The oil quantity between the two marks
on the dipstick is approx.
1.4 US quarts/1.3 liters.
Tire inflation pressure
Summer tires
front
rear
Winter tires
front
rear
Up to 4 persons
5 persons or 4 plus luggage
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