BMW 2013 5 Series- User Manual

For your own safety Maintenance and repairs Advanced technology, e.g., the use of modernmaterials and high-performance electronics, re‐quires suitable maintenance and repair meth‐ods.Therefore, have this work performed only by aBMW center or a workshop that works accord‐ing to BMW repair procedures ...

ditions and homologation requirements in yourcountry and continental region in order to deliverthe full driving pleasure while the vehicle is op‐erated under those conditions. If you wish to op‐erate your vehicle in another country or region,you may be required to adapt your vehicle tomeet different...

Cockpit Vehicle equipment All standard, country-specific and optionalequipment that is offered in the model series isdescribed in this chapter. Therefore, equipment is also described that is not available in a vehicle,e. g., because of the selected optional equip‐ment or country variant. This also a...

18 Open the trunk lid   37 19 Unlocking the hood All around the center console 1 Headliner   15 2 Control Display   16 3 Glove compartment   162 4 Ventilation   150 5 Hazard warning system   217 Central locking system   37 6 Radio/CD/Multimedia, see user's manual for Navigation, Entertainment and Co...

11 Driving Experience Switch   122 DSC Dynamic Stability Con‐trol   118 12 Transmission selector lever All around the headliner 1 Emergency Request   217 2 Glass sunroof, powered   45 3 Indicator lamp, front passengerairbag   100 4 Reading lamps   97 5 Interior lamps   97 Seite 15 Cockpit At a glanc...

iDrive Vehicle equipment All standard, country-specific and optionalequipment that is offered in the model series isdescribed in this chapter. Therefore, equipmentis also described that is not available in a vehicle,e. g., because of the selected optional equip‐ment or country variant. This also app...

2. Press. 3. Move in four directions. Buttons on controller Press the button Function MENU Open the main menu. RADIO Opens the Radio menu. MEDIA Opens the CD/Multimediamenu. NAV Opens the Navigationmenu. TEL Opens the Telephonemenu. BACK Displays the previouspanel. OPTION Opens the Options menu. Ope...

The current panel is closed and the previouspanel is displayed.The previous panel is opened again bypressing the BACK button. In this case, thecurrent panel is not closed. ▷ Move the controller to the right.A new panel is opened on top of the previousdisplay. White arrows pointing to the left or rig...

Example: setting the clock Setting the clock 1. Press the button. The main menu is displayed. 2. Turn the controller until "Settings" is high‐lighted, and then press the controller. 3. If necessary, move the controller to the leftto display "Time/Date". 4. Turn the controller until &...

Symbol Meaning Text message was received. Check the SIM card. SIM card is blocked. SIM card is missing. Enter the PIN. Entertainment symbols Symbol Meaning CD/DVD player. Music collection. Gracenote® database. AUX-IN port. Rear AUX-IN port on the left. Rear AUX-IN port on the right. Additional symbo...

Running a function Press the button.The function will run immediately. This means, for example, that the number is dialedwhen a phone number is selected. Displaying the button assignment Use a finger to touch the buttons. Do not weargloves or use objects.The key assignment is displayed at the top ed...

Voice activation system Vehicle equipment All standard, country-specific and optionalequipment that is offered in the model series isdescribed in this chapter. Therefore, equipmentis also described that is not available in a vehicle,e. g., because of the selected optional equip‐ment or country varia...

List of short commands of the voice activationsystem, refer to page 234 . Help dialog for the voice activation system Calling up help dialog: ›Help‹Additional commands for the help dialog: ▷ ›Help with examples‹: information about thecurrent operating options and the most im‐portant commands for the...

Environmental conditions ▷ Say the commands, numbers, and letterssmoothly and with normal volume, empha‐sis, and speed. ▷ Always say commands in the language ofthe voice activation system. ▷ When selecting the radio station, use thestandard pronunciation for the station name,ideally as the name appe...

Integrated Owner's Manual in the vehicle Vehicle equipment All standard, country-specific and optionalequipment that is offered in the model series isdescribed in this chapter. Therefore, equipmentis also described that is not available in a vehicle,e. g., because of the selected optional equip‐ment...

Opening via the iDrive To move directly from the application on theControl Display to the options menu: 1. Press the button or move the controller to the right repeatedly until the "Options"menu is displayed. 2. "Display Owner's Manual" Opening when a Check Control message is display...

Opening and closing Vehicle equipment All standard, country-specific and optionalequipment that is offered in the model series isdescribed in this chapter. Therefore, equipmentis also described that is not available in a vehicle,e. g., because of the selected optional equip‐ment or country variant. ...

Take the used battery to a recycling cen‐ter or to your service center. New remote controls You can obtain new remote controls from yourservice center. Loss of the remote controls Lost remote controls can be blocked by yourservice center. Emergency detection of remote control It is possible to switc...

Profile management Opening the profiles A different profile can be called up than the oneassociated with the remote control currently inuse. 1. "Settings" 2. "Profiles" 3. Select a profile. The profile that is opened is assigned to the re‐mote control currently in use. Renaming profi...

Using the guest profile The guest profile can be used to make individualsettings without affecting the three PersonalProfiles.This can be useful for drivers who are using thevehicle temporarily and do not have their ownprofile. 1. "Settings" 2. "Profiles" 3. The current profile is se...

Operating from the outside ▷ Via the remote control. ▷ Via the driver's door lock. ▷ Via the door handles. ▷ Via the button in the trunk lid. The following takes place simultaneously whenlocking/unlocking the vehicle via the remotecontrol: ▷ Depending on how the vehicle is equipped,the theft protect...

Press and hold the button on the re‐mote control. The windows and the glass sunroof open.Releasing the button stops the motion. Locking Press the button on the remote control. Locking from the outsideDo not lock the vehicle from the outside if there are people in it, as the vehicle cannot beunlocked...

Malfunction If the vehicle can no longer be locked or un‐locked with the remote control, the battery maybe discharged or there may be interference fromexternal sources such as mobile phones, metalobjects, overhead power lines, transmissiontowers, etc.If this occurs, unlock or lock the vehicle at the...

▷ Lock the driver's door using theintegrated key in the door lock, or ▷ Press down the lock button of the frontpassenger door and close the door fromthe outside. The fuel filler flap can only be locked using theremote control. Manual operation If an electrical malfunction occurs, lock or unlockthe v...

Opening from the outside ▷ Press the button on the trunk lid. ▷ Press the button on the remotecontrol for approx. 1 second. ▷ With Comfort Access the trunk lid openswith no-touch activation, refer to page 41 . Opening from the inside Push the button in the driver's footwell. If the vehicle is statio...

▷ Trunk lid secured, arrow 1. ▷ Trunk lid not secured, ar‐row 2. Slide the switch into the arrow 1 position. Thissecures the trunk lid and disconnects it from thecentral locking system.When the center armrest is locked, the trunk lidcannot be opened.This is beneficial when the vehicle is parked us‐i...

Locking Press the area on the door handle, arrow 2, withyour finger for approx. 1 second.This corresponds to pressing the button onthe remote control.To save battery power, ensure that the ignitionand all electronic systems and/or power con‐sumers are switched off before locking the ve‐hicle. Conven...

Malfunction Comfort Access may not function properly if itexperiences interference from external sourcessuch as mobile phones, metal objects, overheadpower lines, transmission towers, etc.In this case, open or close the vehicle using thebuttons on the remote control or use theintegrated key in the d...

The doors, hood or trunk lid is not closedproperly, but the rest of the vehicle is se‐cured.After 10 seconds, the indicator lamp flashescontinuously. Interior motion sensor and tiltalarm sensor are not active. ▷ The indicator lamp goes out after unlocking:The vehicle has not been tampered with. ▷ Th...

The window closes while the switch is held. ▷ Pull the switch beyond the resistance point.The window closes automatically. Pressing the switch stops the motion.Convenient operation, refer to page 34 , via the remote control.Convenient closing, refer to page 41 , with Com‐ fort Access. Pinch protecti...

Driver's door controls Roller blind for rear window Press the button. Roller sunblinds for the rear side windows Pull out the roller sunblind at the loop and hookit onto the bracket. Do not open the window while the rollersunblind is raised. Do not open the window while the roller sunblindis raised;...

Adjusting Vehicle equipment All standard, country-specific and optionalequipment that is offered in the model series isdescribed in this chapter. Therefore, equipmentis also described that is not available in a vehicle,e. g., because of the selected optional equip‐ment or country variant. This also ...

Forward/backward Pull the lever and slide the seat in the desireddirection.After releasing the lever, move the seat forwardor back slightly to make sure it engages prop‐erly. Height Move the button in the required direction. Backrest Move the button in the required direction. Electrically adjustable...

Press the button. The LED lights up. Front seat heating Switching on Press the button once for each temper‐ature level. The maximum temperature is reached whenthree LEDs are lit.If the drive is continued within approx. 15 mi‐nutes, the seat heating is activated automati‐cally with the temperature se...

The ventilation rapidly cools the seat, e. g., if thevehicle interior is overheated or for continuouscooling at high temperatures. Switching on Press the button once for each ventila‐tion level. The highest level is active when three LEDs arelit.If when the seat ventilation is turned on the Max‐imum...

Buckling the belt Make sure you hear the latch plate engage in thebelt buckle. Unbuckling the belt 1. Hold the belt firmly. 2. Press the red button in the belt buckle. 3. Guide the belt back into its reel. Safety belt reminder for driver's seat and front passenger seat The indicator lamp flashes or ...

Adjusting the height: manual head restraints ▷ To raise: pull. ▷ To lower: press the button, arrow 1, andpush the head restraint down. Adjusting the height: electrical head restraints Adjusting electrically. Distance to back of head: manual head restraints ▷ Forward: by pulling ▷ Back: press the but...

Adjusting the height ▷ To raise: pull. ▷ To lower: press the button, arrow 1, andpush the head restraint down. Folding forward Press the button, arrow 1, and fold the head re‐straint forward. Removing Only remove the head restraint if no one will besitting in the seat in question. 1. Pull the head r...

Calling up settings Do not retrieve the memory while drivingDo not retrieve the memory setting while driving, as an unexpected movement of the seator steering wheel could result in an accident.◀ Comfort function 1. Open the driver's door. 2. Switch off the ignition. 3. Briefly press the desired butt...

Saving positions Seat, mirror, and steering wheel memory, referto page 54 . Adjusting manually If an electrical malfunction occurs, for example,press the edges of the mirror glass. Automatic Curb Monitor When the reverse gear is engaged, the mirrorglass tilts downward slightly on the front pas‐senge...

Functional requirement For proper operation: ▷ Keep the photocells clean. ▷ Do not cover the area between the insiderearview mirror and the windshield. Steering wheel General information Do not adjust while drivingDo not adjust the steering wheel while driving; otherwise, an unexpected movementcould...

Transporting children safely Vehicle equipment All standard, country-specific and optionalequipment that is offered in the model series isdescribed in this chapter. Therefore, equipmentis also described that is not available in a vehicle,e. g., because of the selected optional equip‐ment or country ...

Deactivating the front passenger airbagsIf a child restraint fixing system is used in the front passenger seat, the front passengerairbags must be deactivated; otherwise, there isan increased risk of injury to the child when theairbags are triggered, even with a child restraintfixing system.◀ Seat p...

Locking the doors and windows Rear doors Push the locking lever on the rear doors down.The door can now be opened from the outsideonly. Safety switch for the rear Press the button on the driver's door ifchildren are being transported in the rear. This locks various functions so that they cannotbe op...

Driving Vehicle equipment All standard, country-specific and optionalequipment that is offered in the model series isdescribed in this chapter. Therefore, equipmentis also described that is not available in a vehicle,e. g., because of the selected optional equip‐ment or country variant. This also ap...

▷ While the driver's seat belt is unbuckled, ifthe driver's door is open and the low beamsare switched off. When the ignition is switched off, by opening orclosing the driver's door or unbuckling the driv‐er's seat belt, the radio ready state remains ac‐tive. Radio ready state Activate radio ready s...

and downward inclines, further secure the vehi‐cle, for example, by turning the steering wheel inthe direction of the curb. ◀ Before driving into a car wash In order for the vehicle to be able to roll into a carwash, heed the information regarding Washingin automatic car washes, refer to page 223 . ...

Activating/deactivating the system manually Using the button Press the button. ▷ LED comes on: Auto Start Stop function isdeactivated.The engine is started during an automaticengine stop.The engine can only be stopped or startedvia the Start/Stop button. ▷ LED goes out: Auto Start Stop function isac...

Pull the switch and hold it. The vehicle brakeshard while the button is being pulled. The indicator lamp lights up red, a signalsounds and the brake lamps light up.Lower lamp: indicator lamp in Canadianmodels. If the vehicle is braked to a speed of approx.2 mph/3 km/h, the parking brake remains set....

Activating This function can be activated when the driver'sdoor is closed and the safety belt is fastened,and while driving. Press the button.The LED and the letters AUTO H light up. The indicator lamp lights up.Automatic Hold is activated. Deactivating Press the button again.The LED and the letters...

Switching off and brief wipe Press the wiper levers down.The lever automatically returns to its initial po‐sition when released. ▷ Brief wipe: press down once. ▷ To switch off normal wipe: press down once. ▷ To switch off fast wipe: press down twice. Rain sensor The concept The rain sensor automatic...

Avoid using the washer when the reservoir isempty; otherwise, you could damage thepump.◀ Windshield washer nozzles The windshield washer nozzles are automati‐cally heated while the ignition is switched on. Fold-out position of the wipers Required when changing the wiper blades orunder frosty conditi...

Automatic transmission with Steptronic Transmission positions D Drive, automatic position Position for normal vehicle operation. All for‐ward gears are available. R is Reverse Select only when the vehicle is stationary. N is Neutral Use in automatic car washes, for example. Thevehicle can roll.When ...

Engaging P Press button P. Sport program DS and manual mode M/ S Activating the sport program Push the selector lever to the left out of trans‐mission position D.DS is displayed in the instrument cluster.The sport program of the transmission is acti‐vated. Activating the M/S manual mode 1. Push the ...

Displays Vehicle equipment All standard, country-specific and optionalequipment that is offered in the model series isdescribed in this chapter. Therefore, equipment is also described that is not available in a vehicle,e. g., because of the selected optional equip‐ment or country variant. This also ...

Overview, instrument cluster with enhanced features 1 Fuel gauge   84 2 Speedometer3 Indicator/warning lamps   81 4 Tachometer   84 5 Engine oil temperature   84 6 Electronic displays   77 7 Display/reset miles   84 Seite 76 Controls Displays 76 Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 903 008 - 07 12 49...

Electronic displays Overview, instrument cluster 1 Miles/trip miles   84 External temperature   84 Time   84 Date   84 Range   85 Selection list, such as for the radio   88 Navigation display, see user's manual forNavigation, Entertainment and Communi‐cation.Computer   88 Speed limit detection   86 ...

Overview, instrument cluster with enhanced features 1 Messages, e.g. Check Control   81 Time   84 Date   84 2 Range   85 3 Computer   88 Speed limit detection   86 4 Navigation display Service requirements   85 Miles/trip miles   84 5 Selection list, such as for the radio   88 Current fuel consumpti...

At a glance 1 Fuel gauge   84 2 Indicator/warning lamps   81 3 Speedometer4 Variable displays5 Tachometer   84 Selection lists   88 ECO PRO displays   177 6 Oil temperature   84 7 Computer   88 8 Reset miles   84 Switching the change of display on and off You can set whether the instrument displaych...

ECO PRO displays 1 Speedometer2 Variable displays: ECO PRO Tips, Deceler‐ ation assistant instructions, Driver assistsystem displays 3 Efficiency display   177 4 Transmission display   74 5 ▷ Blue: bonus range ▷ Gray: range In ECO PRO driving mode, the instrument dis‐play switches to the ECO PRO dis...

Sport displays 1 Speedometer2 Tachometer 3 Transmission display   74 4 Variable displays In the Sport and Sport+ modes, the instrumentdisplay switches to the sport displays. This dis‐play supports a sporty driving style with moreprominent representation of the tachometer,the transmission displays, a...

Instrument display The indicator and warning lamps can light up ina variety of combinations and colors.Several of the lamps are checked for properfunctioning and light up temporarily when theengine is started or the ignition is switched on. Overview: indicator/warning lamps Symbol Function or system...

Symbol Function or system ABS Antilock Brake System ABS Antilock Brake System in Cana‐dian models At least one Check Control messageis displayed or is stored Text messages Text messages in combination with a symbol inthe instrument cluster explain a Check Controlmessage and the meaning of the indica...

Fuel gauge The vehicle inclination maycause the display to vary.Notes on refueling, refer topage 182 . Tachometer Always avoid engine speeds in the red warningfield. In this range, the fuel supply is interruptedto protect the engine. Engine oil temperature ▷ Cold engine: the pointer is atthe low tem...

Range After the reserve range isreached: ▷ A Check Control message isdisplayed briefly. ▷ The remaining range isshown on the onboard com‐puter. ▷ When a dynamic driving style is used, suchas when cornering quickly, operation of theengine is not always ensured. The Check Control message appears conti...

Symbols Symbols Description No service is currently required. The deadline for service or a le‐gally mandated inspection isapproaching. The service deadline has al‐ready passed. Entering appointment dates Enter the dates for the required inspections.Ensure that the vehicle date and time are setcorre...

No Passing Information No Passing Information displays in the instru‐ment cluster the beginnings and ends of nopassing zones detected by the camera. The sys‐tem accounts for only the beginnings and endsof No Passing zones marked by signs.No display is shown: ▷ In countries where No Passing zones are...

▷ When driving very close to the vehicle infront of you. ▷ When driving toward bright lights. ▷ When the windshield behind the interiorrearview mirror is fogged over, dirty or cov‐ered by a sticker, etc. ▷ In the event of incorrect detection by thecamera. ▷ If the speed limits stored in the navigati...

Information at a glance Repeatedly pressing the button on the turn sig‐nal lever calls up the following information on theinfo display: ▷ Range. ▷ Average fuel consumption. ▷ Average speed. ▷ Date. ▷ Speed limit detection. ▷ Time of arrival.When destination guidance is activated inthe navigation sys...

Displaying, setting or changing the limit 1. "Settings" 2. "Speed" 3. "Warning at:" 4. Turn the controller until the desired limit isdisplayed. 5. Press the controller. The speed limit is stored. Activating/deactivating the limit 1. "Settings" 2. "Speed" 3. &#...

Settings on the Control Display Time Setting the time zone 1. "Settings" 2. "Time/Date" 3. "Time zone" 4. Select the desired time zone. The time zone is stored. Setting the time 1. "Settings" 2. "Time/Date" 3. "Time:" 4. Turn the controller until the d...

3. "Language:" 4. Select the desired language. The setting is stored for the remote control cur‐rently in use. Units of measure Setting the units of measure To set the units for fuel consumption, route/dis‐tance and temperature: 1. "Settings" 2. "Language/Units" 3. Select the...

Lamps Vehicle equipment All standard, country-specific and optionalequipment that is offered in the model series isdescribed in this chapter. Therefore, equipmentis also described that is not available in a vehicle,e. g., because of the selected optional equip‐ment or country variant. This also appl...

Headlamp courtesy delay feature The low beams stay lit for a short while after theignition is switched off, if the lamps are switchedoff and the headlamp flasher is switched on. Setting the duration 1. "Settings" 2. "Lighting" 3. "Pathway light.: s" 4. Set the duration. The s...

The system responds to light from oncomingtraffic and traffic driving ahead of you, and to ad‐equate illumination, e.g., in towns and cities. Switching the high beams on and off manually ▷ High beams on, arrow 1. ▷ High beams off/headlamp flasher, arrow 2. The High-beam Assistant can be switched off...

Instrument lighting Adjusting The parking lamps or low beamsmust be switched on to adjust thebrightness.Adjust the brightness using thethumbwheel. Interior lamps General information The interior lamps, footwell lamps, entry lampsand courtesy lamps are controlled automati‐cally.The brightness of some...

Safety Vehicle equipment All standard, country-specific and optionalequipment that is offered in the model series isdescribed in this chapter. Therefore, equipment is also described that is not available in a vehicle,e. g., because of the selected optional equip‐ment or country variant. This also ap...

Knee airbag The knee airbag supports the legs in a frontalimpact. Protective action Airbags are not triggered in every impact situa‐tion, e.g., in less severe accidents or rear-endcollisions. Information on how to ensure the optimalprotective effect of the airbags ▷ Keep at a distance from the airba...

sure that the indicator lamp for the front pas‐senger airbags lights up. This indicates that thechild seat has been detected and the front pas‐senger airbags are not activated. Strength of the driver's and front passenger airbag The strength with which the driver's and frontpassenger airbags are tri...

Run-flat tires, refer to page 198 , are labeled with a circular symbol containing the lettersRSC marked on the tire sidewall. Do not continue driving without run-flattires Do not continue driving if the vehicle is notequipped with run-flat tires; continued drivingmay result in serious accidents.◀ Wh...

Message when the system was not reset A Check Control message is displayed.The system detected a wheel change but wasnot reset.Warnings regarding the current tire inflationpressure are not reliable.Check the tire inflation pressure and reset thesystem. Malfunction The yellow warning lamp flashes and...

In the event of a pressure loss, the diameter andtherefore the rotational speed of the corre‐sponding wheel change. This is detected andreported as a flat tire. Functional requirements The system must have been initialized when thetire inflation pressure was correct; otherwise,reliable signaling of ...

Do this by checking the air pressure in allfour tires.If the tire inflation pressure in all four tires iscorrect, the Flat Tire Monitor may not havebeen initialized. In this case, initialize thesystem.If an identification is not possible, pleasecontact the service center. 2. Rectify the flat tire. R...

It responds to moving objects that are within thedetection range of the radar system. When the vehicle is intentionally brought intocontact with a vehicle, the collision warning isdelayed to avoid false warnings. Switching on/off Switching the warning function on/off Press the button ▷ On: the LED l...

Display in the instrument cluster The collision warning can be issued in the in‐strument cluster, in the Head-up Display, andacoustically. Warning stages Symbol Measure The vehicle lights up red: prewarn‐ing.Increase distance. The vehicle flashes red and anacoustic signal sounds: acute warn‐ing.You ...

▷ Slow moving vehicles when you approachthem at high speed. ▷ Vehicles that suddenly swerve in front of youor sharply decelerating vehicles. ▷ Vehicles with an unusual rear appearance. ▷ Two-wheeled vehicles ahead of you. Functional limitations The system may not be fully functional in thefollowing ...

arrow 1, immediately in front of the vehicle. The yellow symbol is displayed when aperson detected in the extended area,arrow 2, is moving from the right or left to the central area. Acute warning The red symbol is displayed and a signalsounds. You are requested to interveneimmediately by braking or...

Camera Rain, dirt, snow, or ice can impair camera oper‐ation.The camera is automatically heated when theexternal temperatures are low.The camera is automatically cleaned togetherwith the headlamps.Clean the lens, refer to page 226 . Lane departure warning The concept Starting at a specific speed, th...

Display in the instrument cluster ▷ Lines: system is activated. ▷ Arrows: at least one lane markingwas detected and warnings can beissued. Display in the instrument display ▷ Symbol red: system is activated. ▷ Symbol green: at least one lanemarking was detected and warningscan be issued. Issued warn...

This device complies with part 15 of the FCCRules. Operation is subject to the following twoconditions: ▷ This device may not cause harmful interfer‐ence, and ▷ this device must accept any interference re‐ceived, including interference that maycause undesired operation. Any unauthorized modification...

If the belt tension does not loosen automatically,stop the vehicle and unbuckle the belt using thered button in the buckle. Fasten the belt beforecontinuing on your trip. PostCrash In the event of an accident, the system can bringthe car to a halt automatically without interven‐tion by the driver in...

Driving stability control systems Vehicle equipment All standard, country-specific and optionalequipment that is offered in the model series isdescribed in this chapter. Therefore, equipmentis also described that is not available in a vehicle,e. g., because of the selected optional equip‐ment or cou...

Indicator/warning lamps The indicator lamp flashes: DSC con‐trols the drive forces and brake forces.The indicator lamp lights up: DSC has failed. Deactivating DSC: DSC OFF When DSC is deactivated, driving stability is re‐duced during acceleration and when driving inbends.Stabilizing interventions by...

Display in the instrument cluster The selected speed is displayedin the speedometer. ▷ Green: the system is activelybraking the vehicle. ▷ Orange: the system is onstandby. Malfunction A message is displayed in the instrument clus‐ter. HDC is not available, e.g., due to elevatedbrake temperatures. Ad...

At speeds up to approx. 37 mph/60 km/h, e.g.,in curves, the steering angle is increased, i.e.,steering becomes more direct.The rear axle steering acts to increase maneu‐verability by turning the rear wheels slightly in adirection opposite to the front wheels.At higher speeds, the steering angle is i...

▷ The vehicle has a flat tire. DSC OFF When DSC OFF, refer to page 119 , is active, driving stability is limited during accelerationand when driving in bends. TRACTION When TRACTION is active, the vehicle has max‐imum traction on loose road surfaces. DTC Dy‐namic Traction Control, refer to page 119 ...

ECO PRO ECO PRO, refer to page 177 , provides consis‐ tent tuning to minimize fuel consumption formaximum range with maximum driving stabili‐zation.Comfort functions and the engine controller areadjusted.The program can be configured to individualspecifications. Activating ECO PRO Press button repea...

Driving comfort Vehicle equipment All standard, country-specific and optionalequipment that is offered in the model series isdescribed in this chapter. Therefore, equipmentis also described that is not available in a vehicle,e. g., because of the selected optional equip‐ment or country variant. This...

Radar sensor A dirty or covered sensor may hinder the detec‐tion of vehicles. ▷ If necessary, clean the radar sensor. Re‐move layers of snow and ice carefully. ▷ Do not cover the view field of the radar sen‐sor. Switching on/off and interrupting cruise control Switching on Press the button on the st...

Indicator/warning lamps Personal responsibilityThe indicator and warning lamps do not relieve the driver of the responsibility to adapthis or her desired driving speed and style to thetraffic conditions.◀ The vehicle symbol lights up orange:A vehicle has been detected ahead ofyou. The vehicle symbol...

Radar sensor For US owners only The transmitter and receiver units comply withpart 15 of the FCC/Federal CommunicationCommission regulations. Operation is governedby the following:FCC ID: ▷ OAYARS3-A Compliance statement:This device complies with part 15 of the FCCRules. Operation is subject to the ...

Switching off Deactivated or interrupted systemIf the system is deactivated or interrupted, actively intervene by braking and, if necessary,with evasive maneuvers; otherwise, there is thedanger of an accident occurring.◀ Press the button. ▷ If active: press twice. ▷ If interrupted: press once. The d...

▷ Pressing the rocker switch to the resistancepoint and holding it there accelerates or de‐celerates the vehicle without requiring pres‐sure on the accelerator. After the rockerswitch is released, the vehicle maintains itsfinal speed. Pressing the switch beyond theresistance point causes the vehicle...

The range of the sensors is represented in col‐ors: red, green and yellow.If the backup camera image was selected last, itagain appears on the display. To switch to PDC: 1. "Rear view camera" Select the symbol on the Control Display. 2. Press the controller. The setting is stored for the rem...

Pathway lines ▷ Can be shown in the backup camera imagewhen in transmission position R. ▷ Help you to estimate the space requiredwhen parking and maneuvering on levelroads. ▷ Are dependent on the current steering angleand are continuously adjusted to the steer‐ing wheel movements. Turning circle lin...

The pathway line is dependent on the cur‐rent steering angle and is continuously ad‐justed with the steering wheel movement. "Parking aid lines" Turning circle and pathway lines are displayed. System limits Top View cannot be used in the following situa‐tions: ▷ With a door open. ▷ With the ...

Switch the system back on if necessary. Display The traffic area to the left and right is displayedon the Control Display. Guidelines at the bottom of the image show theposition of the front of the vehicle. Brightness With the Side View switched on: 1. "Brightness" 2. Turn the controller unt...

Switching on with reverse gear Shift into reverse.The current status of the parking space searchis indicated on the Control Display.Activate: "Parking Assistant" Select thesymbol in the Control Display. Switching off The system can be deactivated as follows: ▷ Press the button. ▷ Switch off ...

▷ The parking procedure is ac‐tive. Steering control hasbeen seized. ▷ Parking space search is always active when‐ever the vehicle is moving forwards slow andstraight, even if the system is deactivated.When the system is deactivated, the disy‐plays on the Control Display are shown ingray. Parking us...

Climate control Vehicle equipment All standard, country-specific and optionalequipment that is offered in the model series isdescribed in this chapter. Therefore, equipment is also described that is not available in a vehicle,e. g., because of the selected optional equip‐ment or country variant. Thi...

Climate control functions in detail Manual air distribution Press the button repeatedly to select aprogram: ▷ Upper body region. ▷ Upper body region and footwell. ▷ Footwell. ▷ Windows and footwell: driver's side only. ▷ Windows, upper body region and footwell:driver's side only. If the windows are ...

is shown on the display of the automatic cli‐ mate control.The interior temperature, air volume and air dis‐tribution can be adjusted with the ignitionswitched on. Switching off At the lowest fan speed, press the left side of thebutton on the driver's side. on the display of the automatic climate co...

Ventilation in rear, center ▷ Thumbwheels to vary the temperature, ar‐row 1.Toward blue: colder.Toward red: warmer. ▷ Lever for changing the air flow direction, ar‐row 2. ▷ Thumbwheels for continuous opening andclosing of the vents, arrow 3. Lateral ventilation ▷ Thumbwheel for continuous opening an...

Intensity of the AUTO program With the AUTO program switched on, automaticcontrol of the air flow and air distribution can beadjusted. Press the left or right side of the button:decrease or increase the intensity. The selected intensity is shown on the displayof the automatic climate control. Temper...

2. "Climate" 3. "Activate parked-car vent." The symbol on the automatic climate control flashes if the system is switched on.The system continues to run for some time afterbeing switched off. Preselecting the switch-on time 1. "Settings" 2. "Climate" 3. "Timer 1:&...

Interior equipment Vehicle equipment All standard, country-specific and optionalequipment that is offered in the model series isdescribed in this chapter. Therefore, equipmentis also described that is not available in a vehicle,e. g., because of the selected optional equip‐ment or country variant. T...

can then be controlled by the button on theinterior rearview mirror.If the LED does not flash faster after at least60 seconds, change the distance and repeatthe step. Several more attempts at differentdistances may be necessary. Wait at least15 seconds between attempts.Canada: if programming with th...

Connecting electrical devices Note Do not plug the charger into the socketDo not connect battery chargers to the factory-installed sockets in the vehicle. Doing somay result in damage to the vehicle.◀ Sockets The lighter socket can be used as a socket forelectrical equipment while the engine is runn...

To access the socket: fold open the cover. USB interface for data transfer With Professional navigation system or TV: at a glance The USB interface is located in the center arm‐rest. Without Professional navigation system or TV: at a glance The USB interface is located in the glove com‐partment. Gen...

slightly and are in an upright position. Other‐wise, the head restraint and screen could bedamaged.◀ 1. Unlock the belt lock of the center safety beltin the rear using the latch plate of anothersafety belt. 2. Insert the latch plate at the end of the beltinto the specially designated fixture on ther...

4. Load the ski bag. If necessary, wrap thesharp edges of the skis. 5. Insert the tongue plate into the belt buckle. 6. Tighten the retaining strap. Securing the ski bagSecure the ski bag by tightening the re‐ taining strap; otherwise, the contents couldpresent a source of danger to the passengers,f...

Storage compartments Vehicle equipment All standard, country-specific and optionalequipment that is offered in the model series isdescribed in this chapter. Therefore, equipmentis also described that is not available in a vehicle,e. g., because of the selected optional equip‐ment or country variant....

Driver's side Opening Pull the handle. Close the glove compartment again im‐mediately Close the glove compartment immediately afteruse while driving; otherwise, injury may occurduring accidents.◀ Closing Fold up the cover. Center armrest Front A storage compartment is located in the centerarmrest be...

Opening Pull on the handle and fold open the cover. Cupholders Notes Shatter-proof containers and no hotdrinks Use light and shatter-proof containers and donot transport hot drinks. Otherwise, there is theincreased danger of injury in an accident.◀ Unsuitable containersDo not forcefully push unsuita...

Remote control storage compartment Opening Press on the cover. Remote control storage compartment Storage is possible in a vertical position in thecenter armrest. Clothes hooks The clothes hooks are located next to the grabhandles in the rear and on the door pillar in therear. Do not obstruct viewWh...

Driving tips This chapter provides you with information useful in dealing with specific driving and operating modes. Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 903 008 - 07 12 490

Things to remember when driving Vehicle equipment All standard, country-specific and optionalequipment that is offered in the model series isdescribed in this chapter. Therefore, equipmentis also described that is not available in a vehicle,e. g., because of the selected optional equip‐ment or count...

Pulsation of the brake pedal and sounds fromthe hydraulic circuits indicate that ABS is in itsactive mode. Objects in the area around the pedals No objects in the area around the pedalsKeep floor mats, carpets, and any other objects out of the area of motion of the pedals;otherwise, the function of ...

Loading Vehicle equipment All standard, country-specific and optionalequipment that is offered in the model series isdescribed in this chapter. Therefore, equipmentis also described that is not available in a vehicle,e. g., because of the selected optional equip‐ment or country variant. This also ap...

Stowing cargo ▷ Heavy cargo: stow as far forward and as lowas possible, ideally directly behind the cargoarea separating wall. ▷ Very heavy cargo: when the rear seat is notoccupied, secure each of the outer safetybelts in the opposite buckle. ▷ Cover sharp edges and corners. ▷ If necessary, fold dow...

Saving fuel Vehicle equipment All standard, country-specific and optionalequipment that is offered in the model series isdescribed in this chapter. Therefore, equipmentis also described that is not available in a vehicle,e. g., because of the selected optional equip‐ment or country variant. This als...

▷ Gray display: adjust driving style, e. g. bybacking off the accelerator pedal. The display switches to blue as soon as all con‐ditions for fuel-economy-optimized driving aremet. ECO PRO Tip - driving instruction The arrow indicates that the driv‐ing style can be adjusted to bemore fuel efficient b...

Mobility To ensure that you remain mobile at all times, this chapter supplies you with important information on the topics of fuels and lubricants, wheels and tires, service, maintenance, and Roadside Assistance. Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 903 008 - 07 12 490

Refueling Vehicle equipment All standard, country-specific and optionalequipment that is offered in the model series isdescribed in this chapter. Therefore, equipmentis also described that is not available in a vehicle,e. g., because of the selected optional equip‐ment or country variant. This also ...

Fuel Vehicle equipment All standard, country-specific and optionalequipment that is offered in the model series isdescribed in this chapter. Therefore, equipmentis also described that is not available in a vehicle,e. g., because of the selected optional equip‐ment or country variant. This also appli...

Wheels and tires Vehicle equipment All standard, country-specific and optionalequipment that is offered in the model series isdescribed in this chapter. Therefore, equipmentis also described that is not available in a vehicle,e. g., because of the selected optional equip‐ment or country variant. Thi...

Tire inflation pressure values up to 100 mph/160 km/h 528i Tire size Pressure specificationsin bar/PSI Specifications inbar/PSI with coldtires 225/55 R 17 97 V M+S A/S RSC225/55 R 17 97 H M+S RSC 2.2 / 32 2.4 / 35 245/45 R 18 100 VM+S XL A/S RSC245/40 R 19 98 V M+S XL A/S RSC245/45 R 18 96 YRSC245/4...

Tire size Pressure specifica‐tions in bar/PSI Specifications in bar/PSI with cold tires 245/45 R 18 100 V M+S XL A/S RSC245/40 R 19 98 V M+S XL A/S RSC245/45 R 18 96 YRSC245/45 R 18 100 V M+S XL RSC 2.6 / 38 3.0 / 44 Front: 245/45 R 18 96Y RSCRear: 275/40 R 18 99Y RSC 2.6 / 38- -2.6 / 38 Front: 245/...

xxxx: manufacturer code for the tire brandxxx: tire size and tire design3510: tire ageTires with DOT codes meet the guidelines of theU.S. Department of Transportation. Tire age DOT … 3510: the tire was manufactured in the35th week in 2010. Recommendation Regardless of wear, replace tires at least ev...

M+S Winter and all-season tires with better coldweather performance than summer tires. Tire tread Summer tires Do not drive with a tire tread depth of less than0.12 in/3 mm.There is an increased danger of hydroplaning ifthe tread depth is less than 0.12 in/3 mm. Winter tires Do not drive with a tire...

Changing wheels and tires Mounting Information on mounting tiresHave mounting and balancing performed only by a service center or tire specialist.If this work is not carried out properly, there isthe danger of subsequent damage and relatedsafety hazards.◀ Wheel and tire combination Information on th...

Maximum speed of winter tires If the maximum speed of the vehicle is higherthan the permissible speed for the winter tires,then display a corresponding sign in the field ofvision. You can obtain this sign from the tire spe‐cialist or from your service center. Maximum speed for winter tiresDo not exc...

▷ 225/55 R 17. ▷ 245/45 R 18. ▷ 245/40 R 19 Follow the chain manufacturer's instructions.Make sure that the snow chains are always suf‐ficiently tight. Retighten as needed according tothe chain manufacturer's instructions.Do not initialize the Flat Tire Monitor aftermounting snow chains, as doing so...

Engine compartment Vehicle equipment All standard, country-specific and optionalequipment that is offered in the model series isdescribed in this chapter. Therefore, equipment is also described that is not available in a vehicle,e. g., because of the selected optional equip‐ment or country variant. ...

Never reach into the engine compartmentNever reach into the intermediate spaces or gaps in the engine compartment. Otherwise,there is risk of injury, e.g. from rotating or hotparts.◀ 1. Pull the lever. 2. Press the release handle and open the hood. 3. Be careful of protruding parts on the hood. Dang...

Engine oil Vehicle equipment All standard, country-specific and optionalequipment that is offered in the model series isdescribed in this chapter. Therefore, equipmentis also described that is not available in a vehicle,e. g., because of the selected optional equip‐ment or country variant. This also...

Performing a detailed measurement In order to perform a detailed measurement ofthe engine oil level: 1. "Vehicle Info" 2. "Vehicle status" 3. "Measure engine oil level" 4. "Start measurement" The oil level is checked and displayed via a scale.Duration: approx. 1 minut...

Coolant Vehicle equipment All standard, country-specific and optionalequipment that is offered in the model series isdescribed in this chapter. Therefore, equipmentis also described that is not available in a vehicle,e. g., because of the selected optional equip‐ment or country variant. This also ap...

Maintenance Vehicle equipment All standard, country-specific and optionalequipment that is offered in the model series isdescribed in this chapter. Therefore, equipmentis also described that is not available in a vehicle,e. g., because of the selected optional equip‐ment or country variant. This als...

Socket for OBD Onboard Diagnosis Position There is an OBD socket on the driver's side forchecking the primary components in the vehicleemissions. Emissions ▷ The warning lamp lights up:Emissions are deteriorating. Havethe vehicle checked as soon as pos‐sible.Canadian model: warning light indi‐cates ...

Replacing components Vehicle equipment All standard, country-specific and optionalequipment that is offered in the model series isdescribed in this chapter. Therefore, equipmentis also described that is not available in a vehicle,e. g., because of the selected optional equip‐ment or country variant....

Danger of burnsOnly change bulbs when they are cool; otherwise, there is the danger of gettingburned.◀ Working on the lighting systemWhen working on the lighting system, you should always switch off the lights affected toprevent short circuits.To avoid possible injury or equipment damagewhen replaci...

3 Low beams/high beams4 Turn signal Halogen headlamps Parking lamps and roadside parking lamps,lateral turn signal lamp Follow the general instructions on Lamps andbulbs, refer to page 209 . These lights feature LED technology.Contact your service center in the event of amalfunction. Accessing the b...

55-watt bulb, H7 1. Fold open the cover in the engine compart‐ment. 2. Unscrew the cap and remove it. 3. Unscrew the bulb holder counterclockwise. 4. Remove the bulb and replace it. 5. Insert the new bulb and attach the cover inthe reverse order. Xenon headlamps Notes Because of the long life of the...

5 Outside brake lamp6 Rear reflector Turn signal, outer brake, tail, and license plate lamps Follow the general instructions on lamps andbulbs, refer to page 209 . These lights feature LED technology.Contact your service center in the event of amalfunction. Lamps in the trunk lid Access to the lamps...

▷ Date: update. ▷ Radio station: save again. ▷ Navigation system: wait for the operability ofthe navigation. Disposing of old batteries Have old batteries disposed of by yourservice center or bring them to a recy‐cling center. Maintain the battery in an upright position fortransport and storage. Sec...

Breakdown assistance Vehicle equipment All standard, country-specific and optionalequipment that is offered in the model series isdescribed in this chapter. Therefore, equipmentis also described that is not available in a vehicle,e. g., because of the selected optional equip‐ment or country variant....

Assist Response Center contacts you andtakes further steps to help you.Even if you are unable to respond, the BMWAssist Response Center can take furthersteps to help you under certain circumstan‐ces.For this purpose, data that are used to de‐termine the necessary rescue measures,such as the current ...

3. Let both engines run for several minutes. 4. Disconnect the jumper cables in the reverseorder. Check the battery and recharge if necessary. Tow-starting and towing Automatic transmission: transporting your vehicle Note Your vehicle is not permitted to be towed.Therefore, contact a service center ...

Do not lift the vehicleDo not lift the vehicle by the tow fitting or body and chassis parts; otherwise, damage mayresult.◀ Towing other vehicles General information Light towing vehicleThe towing vehicle must not be lighter than the vehicle being towed; otherwise, it willnot be possible to control t...

Care Vehicle equipment All standard, country-specific and optionalequipment that is offered in the model series isdescribed in this chapter. Therefore, equipmentis also described that is not available in a vehicle,e. g., because of the selected optional equip‐ment or country variant. This also appli...

Automatic transmission: 1. Release parking brake, refer to page 66 , and deactivate Automatic Hold, refer topage 67 . 2. Drive into the car wash. 3. Depress the brake pedal as needed. 4. Engage transmission position N. 5. Switch the engine off. In this way, the igni‐tion remains switched on, and a C...

Do not place additional floor mats over existingmats or other objects.Only use floor mats that have been approved forthe vehicle and can be properly fixed in place.Ensure that the floor mats are securely fastenedagain after they were removed for cleaning, forexample.◀ Floor mats can be removed from ...

Reference This chapter contains technical data, short commands for the voice activation system, and an index that will quickly take you to the information you need. Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 903 008 - 07 12 490

Technical data Vehicle equipment All standard, country-specific and optionalequipment that is offered in the model series isdescribed in this chapter. Therefore, equipment is also described that is not available in a vehicle,e. g., because of the selected optional equip‐ment or country variant. This...

Length, wheel base 1 Wheel base: 116.9 inches / 2,968 mm 2 Length: 193.1 inches / 4,905 mm Smallest turning circle without active steering: 39 ft 2 in/11.95 m with active steering: 37 ft 6 in/11.45 m Weights The values preceding the slash apply to vehicleswith manual transmission; the values followi...

535i xDrive Approved gross vehicle weight lbs/kg 5,379/2,440 Load lbs/kg 1,058/480 Approved front axle load lbs/kg 2,701/1,225 Approved rear axle load lbs/kg 2,910/1,320 Approved roof load capacity lbs/kg 220/100 Cargo area capacity cu ft/l 18.36/520 550i xDrive Approved gross vehicle weight lbs/kg ...

Short commands of the voice act. system Vehicle equipment All standard, country-specific and optionalequipment that is offered in the model series isdescribed in this chapter. Therefore, equipmentis also described that is not available in a vehicle,e. g., because of the selected optional equip‐ment ...

Function Command Open the Driving Mode menu. ›Driving mode‹ Open the ECO PRO menu. ›ECO PRO mode‹ Equipment Function Command Open the air conditioning settings. ›Climate‹ Open the Head-up Display. ›head up display‹ Enable the rear. ›Rear controls‹ Vehicle information Owner's Manual Function Command ...

Function Command Open EfficientDynamics menu. ›Efficient Dynamics‹ EfficientDynamics split screen. ›[Split screen] Efficient Dynamics‹ Navigation General information Function Command Opens the Navigation menu. ›Navigation‹ Open the destination entry. ›Enter address‹ Enter the address. ›Enter address...

Function Command Split screen, trip computer. ›[Split screen] trip computer‹ Split screen, scale automatically. ›[Split screen] automatic scaling‹ Destination guidance with intermediate destinations Function Command Enter a new destination. ›Enter address‹ Trip list. ›Stored trips‹ Radio FM Function...

Function Command CD and DVD. ›C D‹ Select a DVD. ›D V D ...‹ e.g. DVD 3 Display the entertainment details on a splitscreen. ›[Split screen] entertainment details‹ Music collection Function Command Search for music, open a menu. ›Music search‹ Open the current playback. ›Current playback‹ Open the mu...

Everything from A to Z IndexA ABS, Antilock Brake Sys‐ tem 118 ACC, Active Cruise Control with Stop & Go 125 Activated-charcoal filter 150 Active Blind Spot Detec‐ tion 114 Active Cruise Control with Stop & Go, ACC 125 Active Protection 116 Active seat, front 49 Active seat ventilation, fron...