BMW 550i- User Manual

▷ Federal Emissions Performance Warranty ▷ California Emission Control System LimitedWarranty Detailed information about these warranties islisted in the Service and Warranty InformationBooklet for US models or in the Warranty andService Guide Booklet for Canadian models.Your vehicle has been specif...

At a glance These overviews of buttons, switches and displays are intended to familiarize you with yourvehicle. You will also become quickly acquainted with the available control concepts and options. 11 Online Edition for Part no. 01 41 2 604 413 - 03 10 500

Cockpit All around the steering wheel 1 Seating comfort functions* Seat, mirror, steering wheel mem‐ory*  57 Active seat*  50 2 Roller sunblinds*  45 3 Safety switch for the rear windows and rollersunblinds*  45 4 Power windows  44 5 Exterior mirror operation  58 6 Driver assistance systems* Active ...

Turn signal  70 High beams, head‐lamp flasher  70 High-beam Assistant*  88 Roadside parking lamps  87 Computer*  78 9 Steering wheel buttons, left Store speed  114,  108 Resume speed  115,  109 Cruise control on/off, inter‐rupt  114,  107 Increase distance*  109 Decrease distance*  108 10 Instrument...

Instrument cluster 1 Fuel gauge  77 2 Speedometer3 Indicator/warning lamps  14 4 Tachometer  76 5 Engine oil temperature  76 6 External temperature*  75 7 Electronic displays  16 8 Miles, trip miles  75 9 Clock*  80 10 Reset miles  75 Indicator/warning lamps Instrument cluster The indicator and warn...

Instrument cluster, electronic displays 1 Symbols and messages, e.g., warnings  14 2 Range  77 3 Computer*  78 4 Navigation display*  154Service display  82 5 Selection list, e.g., radio  77 6 Transmission displays  74 Seite 16 16 Online Edition for Part no. 01 41 2 604 413 - 03 10 500 Cockpit

All around the center console 1 Headliner  18 2 Control Display  19 3 Glove compartment  140 4 Air vent  131 5 Hazard warning system  246 Central locking system  38 6 Radio  174CD/Multimedia  181 7 Automatic climate control  128 8 Controller with buttons  19 9 Parking brake  66 Auto Hold  68 10 PDC ...

All around the headliner 1 Emergency Request*  246 2 Glass sunroof, powered*  45 3 Indicator lamp, front passengerairbag*  92 4 Reading lamps*  89 5 Interior lamps  89 Seite 18 18 Online Edition for Part no. 01 41 2 604 413 - 03 10 500 Cockpit

iDrive The concept The iDrive combines the functions of a multitudeof switches. Thus, these functions can be oper‐ated from a central location. Using the iDrive during a tripTo avoid becoming distracted and posing an unnecessary hazard to your vehicle's occu‐pants and to other road users, never atte...

3. Move in four directions. Buttons on controller Press the button Function MENU Opens the main menu. RADIO Opens the Radio menu. CD Opens the CD/Multimediamenu. NAV Opens the Navigation mapview. TEL Opens the Telephonemenu. BACK Displays the previouspanel. OPTION Opens the Options menu. Operating c...

White arrows pointing to the left or right indicatethat additional panels can be opened. View of an opened menu When a menu is opened, it generally opens withthe panel that was last selected in that menu. Todisplay the first panel of a menu: ▷ Move the controller to the left repeatedlyuntil the firs...

4. Turn the controller until "Time/Date" is high‐lighted, and then press the controller. 5. Turn the controller until "Time:" is high‐lighted, and then press the controller. 6. Turn the controller to set the hours andpress the controller. 7. Turn the controller to set the minutes and...

Additional symbols Symbol Meaning Spoken instructions* switched off Request current vehicle position* Split screen* General information Additional information can be displayed on theright side of the split screen, e.g., informationfrom the computer.In the divided screen view, the so-called splitscre...

Deleting the button assignments 1. Press buttons 1 and 8 simultaneously forapprox. five seconds. 2. "OK" Entering letters and numbers 1. Turn the controller: select letters or num‐bers. 2. Select additional letters or numbers ifneeded. 3. "OK": confirm the entry. Symbol Function Pres...

Voice activation system* The concept ▷ The voice activation system can be used tooperate equipment by means of spokencommands. ▷ The system encompasses special micro‐phones on the outer edge of the headliner. ▷ Most menu items on the Control Display canbe voiced as commands. The systemprompts you to...

On the Control Display: 1. "Settings" 2. "Language/Units" 3. "Speech mode:" 4. Select the setting. Adjusting the volume Turn the volume button while giving an instruc‐tion until the desired volume is set. ▷ The volume remains constant even if thevolume of other audio sources ...

Integrated Owner's Manual in the vehicle Owner's Manual in the vehicle The Owner's Manual can be displayed on theControl Display in accordance with the equip‐ment selected. Methods of opening the Owner's Manual The following methods are available: ▷ Quick reference: "Quick reference" ▷ Key w...

To switch back and forth repeatedly betweenthe function displayed last and the page of theOwner's Manual displayed last, repeat steps 4and 5. This opens a new panel every time. Programmable memory buttons General information The Owner's Manual can be stored on the pro‐ grammable memory buttons, refe...

Opening and closing Remote control/key Buttons on the remote control 1 Unlocking2 Locking3 Opening the small tailgate4 Panic mode*, headlamp courtesy delay fea‐ ture, opening the large tailgate* General information The vehicle is supplied with two remote controlswith keys.Every remote control contai...

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 switch on the ignition or start theengine in situations such as the following...

▷ Daytime running lights*, refer to page 87 : current setting. ▷ Park Distance Control PDC, refer to page 173 : adjusting the signal tone volume. ▷ Radio, refer to page 174 : stored stations, station listened to last, special settings. ▷ Backup camera, refer to page 120 : selec‐ tion of functions an...

Sharp or angular objects can hit the rear windowwhile driving and damage the heating wires ofthe rear window. Provide edge protection.◀ Confirmation signals from the vehicle 1. "Settings" 2. "Door locks" 3. Deactivate or activate the desired confirma‐tion signals. ▷ "Acoustic sig...

Opening/closing With the door closed, turn the key to the Unlockor Lock position and hold it there.Turning the key back to the original positionstops the motion. Monitor the closing processMonitor the closing process to ensure that no one becomes trapped; otherwise, injuriesmay result.◀ Manual opera...

▷ Press the button on the tailgate, arrow 1. ▷ Press the button on the remotecontrol for approx. 1 second. ▷ Push the button in the driver's foot‐well. The tailgate is opened if the vehicle is sta‐tionary, provided that the tailgate has notbeen locked. Provide edge protectionSharp or angular objects...

Adjusting the opening heightWhen setting the opening height, ensure that there is a clearance of at least 4 in/10 cmabove the tailgate. Otherwise, the ceiling maynot be high enough for the open tailgate if theload situation changes.◀ 1. "Settings" 2. "Tailgate" 3. Turn the controller...

▷ With Comfort Access:Press the button on the open tailgate.Tailgate closes automatically and the vehi‐cle is locked. ▷ Press the button on the exterior of the tail‐gate, arrow 2.Pressing again stops the motion. The closing process is not interrupted when thevehicle starts moving. Danger of pinching...

Door lock and armed alarm system Unlocking via the door lock will trigger the alarmon some country-specific versions.This alarm can only be ended by pressing thebutton on the remote control. Tailgate and armed alarm system The tailgate can be opened using the remotecontrol, even if the alarm system ...

▷ When animals are to remain in the vehicle. Switching off the tilt alarm sensor and interior motion sensor Press the button on the remote controltwice in succession. The indicator lamp lights up for approx. 2 sec‐onds and then flashes continuously.The tilt alarm sensor and interior motion sensorare...

Safety switch The following functions can be locked simulta‐neously, using the switch: ▷ Opening and closing of the rear windowsusing the switches in the rear. ▷ Operation of the roller sunblinds* using theswitches in the rear. ▷ Adjustment of the power rear seats*. ▷ Adjustment of the power head re...

Adjusting Sitting safely The ideal seating position can make a vital con‐tribution to relaxed, fatigue-free driving.The seating position plays an important role inan accident in combination with: ▷ Safety belts, refer to page 53 . ▷ Head restraints, refer to page 55 . ▷ Airbags, refer to page 90 . F...

5. Thigh support*. Lumbar support* The curvature of the seat backrest can be ad‐justed in such a way that it supports the lumbarregion of the spine. The lower back and thespine are supported for upright posture. ▷ Press the front/rear section of the switch.The curvature is increased/decreased. ▷ Pre...

The maximum temperature is reached whenthree LEDs are lit. Switching off Press the button longer.The LEDs go out. Temperature distribution* The heating action in the seat cushion and back‐rest can be distributed in different ways. 1. "Climate" 2. "Seat heating distribution" 3. Select...

▷ Reduces strain on the shoulder muscles. Reset* to standard position Maintain pressure on the button until the systemcompletes the adjustment. Seat heating* Switching on Press the button once for each temper‐ature level. The maximum temperature is reached whenthree LEDs are lit. Switching off Press...

Seats with safety belt The vehicle has four or five* seating positions,each of which is equipped with a safety belt. ▷ The shoulder strap's anchorage point will becorrect for adult seat occupants of everybuild if the seat is correctly adjusted. ▷ The two rear safety belt buckles, integratedinto the ...

Front head restraints Correctly adjusted head restraint A correctly adjusted head restraint reduces therisk of injury to cervical vertebrae in the event ofan accident. Adjusting the head restraintCorrectly adjust the head restraints of all occupied seats; otherwise, there is an increasedrisk of inju...

Distance to the back of the head: power* head restraints The head restraint is automatically repositionedwhen the shoulder support is adjusted, refer to page 50 . Adjusting the side extensions* Fold forward for increased lateral support in theresting position. Removing The head restraints cannot be ...

2. Press and hold the desired button 1 or 2 untilthe adjustment procedure is completed. Calling up of a seat position deactivated After a brief period, the calling up of stored seatpositions is deactivated to save battery power.To reactivate calling up of a seat position: ▷ Open or close the door or...

Automatic Curb Monitor* When the reverse gear is engaged, the mirrorglass tilts downward slightly on the front pas‐senger side. This improves your view of the curband other low-lying obstacles when parking, forexample. Activating 1. Slide the mirror changeover switch to the driver's mirror position....

Transporting children safely The right place for children Note Children in the vehicleDo not leave children unattended in the vehicle; otherwise, they could endanger them‐selves and other persons, e.g., by opening thedoors.◀ Children should always be in the rear Accident research shows that the safe...

width, refer to page 50, completely. Do not change the backrest width again and do not callup a memory position. Backrest width for the child seatBefore installing a child restraint fixing system in the front passenger seat, the backrestwidth must be opened completely. Do notchange the adjustment af...

3. Pull the seat cover forward. Before mounting the LATCH child restraint fix‐ing system, pull the belt away from the child re‐straint fixing system. Mounting LATCH child restraint fixing systems without power rear seats 1. Move the seat to its rearmost position. 2. For better accessibility, tilt th...

5 Seat backrest6 Upper retaining strap Attaching the upper retaining strap to the mounting point 1. Raise the head restraint. 2. Guide the upper retaining strap between thesupports of the head restraint. 3. Attach the hooks of the retaining strap to themounting eyes. 4. Tighten the retaining strap b...

Driving Start/Stop button The concept Pressing the Start/Stop buttonswitches the ignition on or off andstarts the engine.The engine starts if the brakepedal is pressed when you press the Start/Stop button. Ignition on Press the Start/Stop button and do not press onthe brake pedal at the same time.Al...

Avoid repeated futile attempts at starting the carand avoid starting the car frequently in quicksuccession. Otherwise, the fuel is not burned oris inadequately burned, and there is the dangerof overheating and damaging the catalytic con‐verter.◀Do not wait for the engine to warm up while thevehicle ...

Setting Pull the switch.The LED lights up. The indicator lamp lights up in red. Theparking brake is set.Indicator lamp in Canadian models While driving Use while driving:Pull the switch and hold it. The vehicle brakeshard while the button is being pulled. The indicator lamp lights up in red, a sig‐n...

4. Hook the release tool into the release point,arrow. 5. Forcefully pull the release tool up against theresistance until you notice a marked in‐crease in the resistance and the parkingbrake releases audibly. Have the malfunction correctedIf the parking brake has been released manually in response t...

The indicator lamp switches from greento red and the letters AUTO H go out.Indicator lamp in Canadian models Before driving away: ▷ Release the parking brake manually. ▷ Reactivate Automatic Hold. Leaving the vehicle with the engine run‐ning Before leaving the vehicle with the engine run‐ning, engag...

Turn signal, high beams, headlamp flasher Turn signal Press the lever beyond the resistance point.To switch off manually, press the lever to the re‐sistance point. Unusually rapid flashing of the indicator lamp in‐dicates that a turn signal bulb has failed. Triple turn signal activation Press the le...

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 time between wipes is controlled ...

Fold-out position of the wipers Required when changing the wiper blades orunder frosty conditions, for example. 1. Switch off the ignition. 2. Under frosty conditions, ensure that thewiper blades are not frozen onto the wind‐shield. 3. Press the wiper lever up beyond the point ofresistance and hold ...

ignition is switched off, refer to page 65, and if position R or D is engaged. ▷ If the ignition is switched off and position Nis engaged. ▷ If the vehicle is standing with position R or Dengaged and you unfasten the belt of thedriver's seat and open the driver's door. Kickdown Kickdown is used to a...

Displays Instrument cluster At a glance 1 Fuel gauge2 Speedometer3 Indicator/warning lamps4 Tachometer5 Oil temperature 6 External temperature*7 Electronic displays8 Miles, trip miles9 Clock*10 Display/reset miles Odometer and trip odometer ▷ Odometer, arrow 1. ▷ Trip odometer, arrow 2. Press the kn...

Therefore, drive carefully on bridges and shadyroads, for example, to avoid the increased dan‐ger of an accident.◀ Time The time is displayed at the bot‐tom of the instrument cluster. Setting the time and time format,refer to page 80 . Date The date is displayed in the in‐strument cluster. Setting t...

Energy regeneration The energy of motion of the ve‐hicle is converted to electrical en‐ergy while coasting, refer to page 151 . The vehicle battery is partially charged and fuel con‐sumption can be lowered. Fuel gauge Gasoline engine:Fuel capacity: approx. 18.5 US gal/70 litersThe vehicle inclinatio...

Activating a list and creating the setting Press a button on the right side of the steeringwheel or turn the thumb wheel to activate therequired list.Create the setting using the thumb wheel. Computer Calling up information on the info display Press the computer button on the turn signallever.Inform...

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. "Warning" 4. Press the controller. Applying your current speed as the limit 1...

3. "Cons." or "Speed" 4. "Yes" Settings on the Control Display Time Setting the time 1. "Settings" 2. "Time/Date" 3. "Time:" 4. Turn the controller until the desired hoursare displayed. 5. Press the controller. 6. Turn the controller until the desired ...

3. "Brightness" 4. Turn the controller until the desired bright‐ness is set. 5. Press the controller. The setting is stored for the remote control cur‐rently in use.Depending on the light conditions, the bright‐ness control may not be clearly visible. Service requirements Display The driving...

2. "Vehicle status" 3. "Service required" 4. "§ Vehicle inspection" 5. "Date:" 6. Create the settings. 7. Confirm.The entered date is stored. Automatic Service Request Data regarding the maintenance status or legallymandated inspections of the vehicle are auto‐matical...

malfunctions occur at once, the messagesare displayed consecutively.These messages can be hidden for approx.8 seconds. After this time, they are dis‐played again automatically. ▷ Other Check Control messages are hiddenautomatically after approx. 20 seconds.They are stored and can be displayed againl...

▷ When the windshield is fogged over, dirty orcovered by a sticker, etc., in front of the in‐terior rearview mirror. ▷ In areas not covered by the navigation sys‐tem. ▷ When roads differ from the navigation, e.g.due to changes in the road network. ▷ When passing buses or trucks with a speedsticker. ...

Lamps At a glance 1 Rear fog lamps*2 Front fog lamps3 Automatic headlamp control/adaptive light control*/High-beam Assistant*/welcomelamps 4 Lamps off/daytime running lights*5 Parking lamps6 Low beams/welcome lamps7 Instrument lighting Parking lamps/low beams, headlamp control Parking lamps Switch p...

4. Set the duration. The setting is stored for the remote control cur‐rently in use. Automatic headlamp control Switch position : the low beams are switchedon and off automatically, e.g., in tunnels, in twi‐light or if there is precipitation. The indicatorlamp in the instrument cluster lights up.A b...

▷ In tight curves, on hilltops or in depressions,in cross traffic or half-obscured oncomingtraffic on freeways. ▷ In poorly-lit towns and cities and in the pres‐ence of highly reflective signs. ▷ At low speeds. ▷ When the windshield in front of the interiorrearview mirror is fogged over, dirty or co...

Safety Airbags 1 Front airbag, driver2 Front airbag, front passenger3 Head airbags 4 Side airbag5 Knee airbags Front airbags Front airbags help protect the driver and frontpassenger by responding to frontal impacts inwhich safety belts alone cannot provide ade‐quate restraint. Side airbags In a late...

▷ Keep the dashboard and window on thefront passenger side clear, i.e., do not coverwith adhesive labels or coverings, and do notattach holders such as for navigation instru‐ments and mobile phones. ▷ Make sure that the front passenger is sittingcorrectly, i.e., keeps his or her feet and legsin the ...

Indicator lamp for the front passenger airbags The indicator lamp for the front passenger air‐bags indicates the operating state of the frontpassenger airbags.The lamp indicates whether the airbags are ac‐tivated or deactivated. ▷ The indicator lamp lights upwhen a child who is properlyseated in a c...

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.◀ Continued driving with a flat tire Possible driving distance with complete loss oftire inflation pressure: ▷ With a light load: ...

and can lead to tire failure. Under-inflation alsoreduces fuel efficiency and tire tread life, andmay affect the vehicle's handling and stoppingability. Please note that the TPMS is not a sub‐stitute for proper tire maintenance, and it is thedriver's responsibility to maintain correct tirepressure, ...

3. "Flat Tire Monitor" The status is displayed. Lane departure warning* The concept This system issues a warning at speeds aboveapprox. 40 mph/65 km/h if the vehicle is aboutto leave the lane on roads with lane lines.The steering wheel begins vibrating gently.The system does not provide a wa...

▷ When the lines are covered by objects. ▷ When driving very close to the vehicle infront of you. ▷ When driving toward bright lights. ▷ When the windshield in front of the interiorrearview mirror is fogged over, dirty or cov‐ered with stickers, etc. Malfunctions Steering wheel vibration Frequent ac...

Driving stability control systems Antilock Brake System ABS ABS prevents locking of the wheels during brak‐ing.The vehicle remains steerable even during fullbrake applications, thus increasing activesafety.ABS is operational every time you start the en‐gine. Brake assistant When you apply the brakes...

Deactivating/activating DTC Dynamic Traction Control The system can be deactivated/activated via theTRACTION and SPORT+ programs of the Dy‐ namic Driving Control, refer to page 103 . Dynamic Drive* The concept Dynamic Drive reduces the lateral inclination ofthe vehicle that occurs during rapid drivi...

times in a uniform manner until the warninglamp disappears. 2. Have the system checked if the warninglamp does not go out after moving the steer‐ing wheel approx. 6 times or if the steeringwheel is at an angle. Using snow chains Ensure that the rear axle steering is deactivatedwhen using snow chains...

After the sport program is activated, select"Configure SPORT mode" on the displayedpanel and configure the program.Optionally, the sport program can be configuredbefore it is activated: 1. "Settings" 2. "SPORT mode" 3. Configure the program. This configuration is retrieved wh...

Driving comfort Active Cruise Control with Stop & Go function, ACC* The concept This system can be used to select a desiredspeed that the vehicle will maintain automati‐cally on clear roads.To the extent possible, the system automaticallyadjusts the speed to a slower vehicle ahead ofyou.The dist...

Press the button. ▷ If active: press twice. ▷ If interrupted: press once. The displays go out. The stored desired speedand distance are deleted. Interrupting When active, press the button. If interrupting the system while stationary, presson the brake pedal at the same time.The system is automatical...

The selected distance, refer to page 109, is dis‐ played in the instrument cluster. Increase distance Press the button repeatedly until thedesired distance is set. The selected distance, refer to page 109, is dis‐ played in the instrument cluster. Calling up the desired speed and distance While driv...

Radar sensor Position Radar sensor Dirty or covered 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. Malfunction The system cannot be activated ...

driving speed and style to the traffic condi‐tions.◀The braking intervention can be interrupted bypressing on the accelerator or by actively mov‐ing the steering wheel.When towing or tow-starting the vehicle, switchoff the collision warning with the braking func‐tion to prevent accidental interventi...

Prewarning sensitivity If the prewarning setting is too sensitive, theremay be an excess of false warnings. Cruise control The concept The system is functional at speeds beginning atapprox. 20 mph/30 km/h.It maintains the speed that was set using thecontrol elements on the steering wheel.The system ...

Change, maintain speed Adapting the desired speedAdapt the desired speed to the road con‐ ditions and be ready to brake at all times; other‐wise, there is the danger of an accident occur‐ring.◀ Press the rocker switch up or down repeatedlyuntil the desired speed is set.If active, the displayed speed...

Signal tones When approaching an object, an intermittenttone is sounded that indicates the position of theobject. For example, if an object is detected tothe left rear of the vehicle, a signal tone soundsfrom the left rear speaker.The shorter the distance to the object becomes,the shorter the interv...

▷ Above approx. 22 mph/36 km/h when driv‐ing forward. Switch on the system again if necessary. Switching on/off manually Press the button. ▷ On: the LED lights up. ▷ Off: the LED goes out. If Top View is displayed, switch on the backup camera via the iDrive, refer to page 119 . Visual warning The ap...

Cameras The objectives of the Top View cameras are lo‐cated at the bottom of the exterior mirror hous‐ings. The image quality may be impaired by dirt. Clean the lens, refer to page 253 . Backup camera* The concept The backup camera provides assistance in park‐ing and maneuvering backwards. The area ...

▷ Are dependent on the current steering angleand are continuously adjusted to the steer‐ing wheel movements. Show the parking aid lines, refer to page 121 . Turning circle lines ▷ Can be shown in the backup camera image. ▷ Show the course of the smallest possibleturning circle on a level road. ▷ Onl...

Display on the Control Display Switching on the backup camera via the iDrive With PDC activated: 1. "Rear view camera" Select the symbol. 2. Press the controller. The backup camera image is displayed. The set‐ting is stored for the remote control currently inuse. Brightness With the backup c...

Display on the Control 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. Select the symbol. 2. Turn the controller until the desired sett...

Pedestrian detection Warm objects that are similar in shape to humanbeings are detected by the system.People detected by the system are displayedwith a slight yellow hue. Under good ambient conditions, the pedestriandetection system operates within a range of ap‐prox. 50 ft/15 m to approx. 330 ft/10...

4. Select the desired displays in the Head-upDisplay. The settings are stored for the remote controlcurrently in use. Setting the brightness The brightness is automatically adjusted to theambient light.The basic setting can be adjusted manually. 1. "Settings" 2. "Head-up display" 3. ...

Climate control Automatic climate control* 1 Air distribution, left side2 Temperature, left side3 AUTO program, left side4 Air volume, AUTO intensity, residual heat, left side 5 Remove ice and condensation6 Maximum cooling7 Display8 Air volume, AUTO intensity, right side9 AUTO program, right side10 ...

Temperature Turn the wheel to set the desiredtemperature. The automatic climate control achieves thistemperature as quickly as possible, if necessarywith the maximum cooling or heating capacity,and then keeps it constant.Avoid rapidly switching between different tem‐perature settings. The automatic ...

If the windows are fogged over, switch offthe recirculated-air mode and press theAUTO button on the driver's side to utilizethe condensation sensor. Make sure that aircan flow onto the windshield. Continuous recirculated-air modeThe recirculated-air mode should not be used for an extended period of ...

The activated-charcoal filter removes gaseouspollutants from the outside air that enters thevehicle.This combined filter should be replaced duringscheduled maintenance of your vehicle.More information can be found in the service re‐ quirements display, refer to page 82 . Ventilation Front ventilatio...

Rear automatic climate control* At a glance 1 Temperature2 AUTO program3 Vent settings4 Air volume, AUTO intensity5 Display6 Maximum cooling7 Seat heating*  53 8 Active seat ventilation*  53 Switching the rear automatic climate control on/off 1. "Settings" 2. "Climate" 3. "Rear c...

Switching the system on/off Switching off At the lowest fan speed, press the leftside of the button on the driver's side. Switching on Press any button. Maximum cooling Press the button.The system is set to the lowest tem‐ perature, maximum air volume and recirculated-air mode. Air flows out of the ...

Interior equipment Integrated universal remote control* The concept This system can replace up to three differenthand-held transmitters for various types of re‐mote-controlled equipment, such as garagedoors or lighting systems.The hand-held transmitter signal can be pro‐grammed on one of the three m...

To do so: ▷ Read the instructions of the hand-heldtransmitter. ▷ Press the memory button of the universalremote control for an extended period. If the LED flashes rapidly for a brief period andthen lights up continuously for approx. 2 sec‐onds, the hand-held transmitter is equippedwith an alternatin...

Ashtray/cigarette lighter* Front Opening Press on the cover. Emptying Take out the insert. Lighter Push in the lighter.The lighter can be removed assoon as it pops back out. Danger of burnsOnly hold the hot lighter by its head; oth‐ erwise, there is the danger of getting burned.Switch off the igniti...

Rear center console Remove the cover. In the trunk To access the socket: fold open the cover. Trunk Trunk cover Note Do not deposit heavy objectsDo not deposit heavy or hard objects on the trunk cover. Otherwise, they could endangeroccupants during braking and evasive maneu‐vers, for example.◀ Remov...

The trunk partition and the rear backrest aresubdivided at a ratio of 40–20–40. You can alsofold down the left and right sides separately. Foldable rear backrests, manual Pull the lever. The backrest folds forward.Fold the backrest back; the backrest engages inan upright position. Pull the lever aga...

2. To release the trunk partition, pull the cor‐responding lever in the trunk. The trunk par‐tition folds forward. Unlocking the middle trunk partition Press the opener toward the left. Closing the trunk partition Folding back and engaging the trunk partition. Danger of pinchingMake sure that the pa...

Storage compartments Storage compartments The following storage compartments are avail‐able in the vehicle interior: ▷ Glove compartment on the driver's and front passenger side, refer to page 140 . ▷ Storage compartment in the center console, refer to page 142 . ▷ Storage compartment in the center ...

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...

Folding down Pull on the opener and fold the armrest forward. Opening Storage compartment in the rear center arm‐rest. Storage compartment in the center console To open: press the button. Cupholders Notes Shatter-proof containers and no hotdrinks Use light and shatter-proof containers and donot tran...

Storage compartments in the trunk Retaining straps Retaining straps on the left* and right side trimfor fastening small objects. Multi-function hook There are two multi-function hooks on the trunkwalls. 1. Open the holder by pressing on the button. 2. Press the bag handle into the holder fromabove. ...

Driving tips This chapter provides you with information useful in dealing with specific driving and operating modes. 145 Online Edition for Part no. 01 41 2 604 413 - 03 10 500

Things to remember when driving Breaking-in period General information Moving parts need to be broken in to adjust toeach other.The following instructions will help achieve along vehicle life and good economy. Engine and differential Always obey the official speed limit. Up to approx. 1,200 miles/2,...

Climate control windshield The marked area is not covered with a heat-re‐flective coating.Use this area for garage door openers, devicesfor electronic toll collection, etc. Climate control laminated tinted safety glass The vehicle glass provides full protectionagainst the harmful effects of UV radia...

You can increase the engine's braking effect byshifting down in the manual mode of the auto‐ matic transmission, refer to page 72 . Avoid load on the brakesAvoid placing excessive load on the brake system. Light but consistent brake pressure canlead to high temperatures, brake wear and pos‐sibly eve...

cargo and luggage load capacity calculatedin Step 4. 6. If your vehicle will be towing a trailer, loadfrom your trailer will be transfered to yourvehicle. Consult the manual for transportinga trailer to determine how this may reducethe available cargo and luggage load ca‐pacity of your vehicle. Load...

Anchorage points Fold the cover outward. Mounting Be sure that adequate clearance is maintainedfor raising and opening the glass sunroof*. Magnetic roof-mounted luggage rack Because of the aluminum roof, magnetic roof-mounted luggage racks cannot be mounted. Loading Because roof racks raise the vehi...

Navigation This chapter contains various examples of how the navigation system can guide you reliably to your destination. 153 Online Edition for Part no. 01 41 2 604 413 - 03 10 500

Navigation Navigation system General information The navigation system can determine the pre‐cise position of the vehicle, with the aid of sat‐ellites and vehicle sensors, and can reliablyguide you to every entered destination.Navigation data are stored in the vehicle and canbe updated. Entries in s...

Entering the postal code 1. Select "Town/City/Postal Code" or the dis‐played town/city. 2. Select the symbol. 3. Select the numbers. 4. Change to the list of postal codes and towns/cities. 5. Highlight the postal code.With the Professional navigation system: Apreview map is displayed on the ...

Last destinations At a glance The destinations previously entered are storedautomatically.The destinations can be called up and used as adestination for destination guidance. Calling up the last destination 1. "Navigation" 2. "Last destinations" 3. Select the destination. 4. Start de...

Starting the search for special destinations 1. "Start search"A list of the special destinations is displayed. ▷ "At current location"The special destinations are listed ac‐cording to their distance from the cur‐rent location and are displayed with a di‐rectional arrow pointing to th...

2. "Map" The map section is displayed. The map showsthe current position of the vehicle. Selecting the destination 1. Select the symbol. "Interactive map" is started. 2. Select the destination with crosshairs. ▷ To change the scale: turn the controller. ▷ To shift the map: move the c...

Entering the address 1. Briefly press the button on the steering wheel. 2. ›Enter address‹ 3. Wait for a request from the system. 4. Specify the desired address in the sug‐gested form. 5. Continue making the entry as prompted bythe system. 6. If necessary, individually name the separatecomponents of...

2. Select the type of destination entry and en‐ter the intermediate destination. 3. Select "Add as another dest.". 4. Select the location where the intermediatedestination is to be inserted: "Repositiondest. in the trip" Starting the trip After all intermediate destinations have been...

Route criteria General information ▷ The route calculated can be influenced byselecting certain criteria. ▷ The route criteria can be changed when thedestination is entered and during destina‐tion guidance. ▷ Road types are part of the navigation dataand are taken into consideration when plan‐ning a...

Map view Selecting the map view Your location is indicated on the map.After destination guidance is started, the plan‐ned route is displayed on the map.The settings are stored for the remote controlcurrently in use. 1. "Navigation" 2. "Map" The following functions are directly availa...

2. "Map"Move the controller to the left. Select the symbol. 3. "Traffic Info"First, the traffic bulletins on the plannedroute are displayed.The traffic bulletins are sorted in the order oftheir distance from the current vehicle posi‐tion. 4. Select a traffic bulletin. Select the symb...

Taking traffic obstructions into consideration 1. "Navigation" 2. "Traffic Info" 3. First, the traffic bulletins on the plannedroute are displayed. The traffic bulletins aresorted in the order of their distance from thecurrent vehicle position. 4. Select "Recomm. detour", if ...

Entertainment The chapter helps assure your enjoyment when receiving radio and television stations and playing CDs, DVDs and tracks from the music collection. 171 Online Edition for Part no. 01 41 2 604 413 - 03 10 500

Tone General information The sound settings are stored for the remotecontrol currently in use. Treble, bass, balance, and fader ▷ "Balance": left/right volume distribution. ▷ "Fader": front/rear volume distribution. Setting treble, bass, balance, and fader 1. "CD/Multimedia",...

Multi-channel playback is automatically acti‐vated or deactivated, depending on the audiotrack selected. Volume ▷ "Speed volume": speed-dependent volumecontrol. ▷ "PDC": volume of the PDC signal comparedto the entertainment sound output. ▷ "Gong": volume of the signal, such a...

Radio Controls 1 Change entertainment sources2 Change station/track3 Programmable memory buttons4 Volume, on/off5 Change wave band AM/FM station Selecting a station 1. "Radio" 2. "FM" or "AM" 3. Select the desired station. All saved stations are stored for the remote con‐trol...

Additional information on the Internet:www.nws.noaa.gov. Satellite radio* General information The channels are offered in predefined pack‐ages. The packages must be enabled by tele‐phone. Navigation bar overview Symbol Function Change the list view. Select the category. Direct channel entry Timeshif...

5. The phone number and an electronic serialnumber, ESN, are displayed. 6. Call Sirius to unsubscribe from the chan‐nels. Selecting channels You can only listen to enabled channels.The selected channel is stored for the remotecontrol currently in use. Via the iDrive 1. "Radio" 2. "Satell...

Opening the favorites If an activated favorite is played back, the fol‐lowing message appears for approx. 20 sec‐onds: "Favorite alert!". "Favorites" Select the symbol while the message is shown. The displayed favorite is played.If there is no message, the system changes tothe My Fav...

Stored stations General information It is possible to store up to 40 stations. Calling up a station 1. "Radio" 2. "Presets" 3. Select the desired station. Storing a station The station currently selected is stored. 1. "Radio" 2. "Presets" 3. "Store station" 4....

CD/multimedia Controls 1 Change the entertainment source2 CD/DVD* drive3 Eject CD/DVD4 Change station/track5 Programmable memory buttons6 Volume, on/off CD/DVD* CD/DVD playback Loading the CD/DVD* player Insert the CD/DVD with the printed side up.Playback begins automatically.Reading can take a few ...

Selecting the track using the iDrive Audio CDs Select the desired track to begin playback. CDs/DVDs* with compressed audio files Depending on the data, some letters and num‐bers of the CD/DVD may not be displayed cor‐rectly. 1. Select the directory if necessary.To change to a higher level directory:...

Automatic repeat* The selected track, directories, or CDs/DVDsare repeated automatically. Video playback* Country codes Only DVDs with the code of the home region canbe played back; also refer to the information onthe DVD. Code Region 1 USA, Canada 2 Japan, Europe, Middle East, South Af‐rica 3 South...

Selecting a track DVD video: 1. Turn the controller when the DVD menu isdisplayed. 2. Open "Options". 3. "Additional options" 4. "Select title" 5. Select the desired track. VCD/SVCD: 1. "Select track" 2. Select the desired track. Selecting the camera angle* The availa...

BMW CD/DVD players and changers are offi‐cially designated Class 1 laser products. Do notoperate if the cover is damaged; otherwise, se‐vere eye damage may occur.◀ CDs and DVDs Use of CDs/DVDs ▷ Do not use self-recorded CDs/DVDswith labels applied, as these can be‐come detached during playback dueto...

can be deleted later, Deleting a track and di‐ rectory, refer to page 191 . Tracks with DRM copy protection can bestored but cannot be played back. Backing up music dataRegularly back up the music data; other‐ wise, it could be lost if there is a fault on the harddisk.◀ Music recognition technology ...

Storing from a USB device To store music, a suitable device must be con‐nected to the USB interface in the glove com‐partment. ▷ Suitable devices: USB mass storage devi‐ces, such as USB flash drives or MP3 playerswith a USB interface. ▷ Unsuitable devices: USB hard discs, USBhubs, USB memory card re...

Managing music Albums Renaming an album* The name of the album, if available, is automat‐ically entered when the album is stored. If thename is unknown it can be changed later ifneeded. 1. "CD/Multimedia" 2. "Music collection" 3. Highlight the desired album. 4. Open "Options"...

7. "Backup music on USB" Storing the music collection in the vehicle When storing from the USB device, the existingmusic collection in the vehicle is replaced. 1. "CD/Multimedia" 2. "Music collection" 3. Open "Options". 4. "Music data import/export" 5. "Re...

4. "Volume" 5. Turn the controller until the desired volumeis set and press the controller. USB audio interface*/mobile phone audio interface* At a glance It is possible to connect external audio devices.They can be operated on the iDrive. The soundis output on the vehicle loudspeakers. Conn...

Connect the USB device to theUSB interface. After connecting for the first time Information on all music tracks, e.g. artist or typeof music, as well as playback lists are transmit‐ted into the vehicle. This may take some time,depending on the USB device and the numberof tracks.During transmission, ...

Playback lists Calling up playback lists. 1. "CD/Multimedia" 2. "External devices" 3. Select the symbol. 4. "Playlists" Current playback List of tracks currently being played. 1. "CD/Multimedia" 2. "External devices" 3. Select the symbol. 4. "Current playb...

Rear entertainment* Controls 1 Screen, left2 Screen, right3 Center armrest, remote control4 CD/DVD player Rear CD/DVD player 1 CD/DVD slot2 Eject CD/DVD3 On/off, right4 Headphone connection, right5 RCA sockets6 Headphone connection, left7 On/off, left Switching the system on/off Press the left or ri...

Remote control In the center armrest in the rear Storage is possible in a vertical or horizontal po‐sition in the center armrest. Menu navigation Press the but‐ton Function Operating concept as for thefront controller.Turn the wheel: highlight amenu item.Press the center knob: con‐firm the selection...

Audio/video playback Audio Audio can be played back via rear entertainmentfrom any source in the vehicle.Operation is the same as for the front audio play‐ back, refer to page 181 . Video Video can be played back in the rear from thefollowing sources: ▷ DVD changer*. ▷ Rear CD/DVD player. ▷ External...

Vehicle information* Computer content can be displayed. Operationis only possible in the front. Options menu The split screen is not available and there is nointegrated Owner's Manual.Operation is the same as for the front menu op‐ tions, refer to page 21 . Enabling Enabling operation in the rear On...

Infrared headphones Connection via the infrared interface on thelower edge of the screen.Fitting infrared headphones and information onwhich headphones are supported can be ob‐tained from your service center.When using infrared headphones, ensure thatthe connection between the headphones andthe infr...

Communication All of the options available to you for mobile communication with family, friends, business partners, and service providers are described in this chapter. 203 Online Edition for Part no. 01 41 2 604 413 - 03 10 500

Telephone* At a glance The concept After the mobile phone is paired once with thevehicle, the mobile phone can be operated usingthe iDrive, the steering wheel buttons and spo‐ken instructions.A paired mobile phone is automatically detectedas soon as it is located inside the vehicle, whenthe ignition...

The Bluetooth name of the vehicle is dis‐played. 4. To perform additional steps on the mobilephone, refer to the mobile phone operatinginstructions: for instance, search for or con‐nect the Bluetooth device or a new device.The Bluetooth name of the vehicle appearson the mobile phone display. 5. Sele...

Unpairing the mobile phone 1. "Telephone" 2. "Bluetooth (telephone)"All paired mobile phones are listed. 3. Highlight the mobile phone that is to be un‐paired. 4. Open "Options". 5. "Remove phone from list" What to do if... Not all phone book entries are displayed. ▷ ...

Ending a call Via the button on the steering wheel Press the button. Via the instrument cluster "End call" Via the iDrive 1. "Telephone" 2. "Active calls" 3. Select an active call. Entering a phone number Dialing a number 1. "Telephone" 2. "Dial number" 3. Sel...

Establishing a conference call Two calls can be connected to a single tele‐phone conference call. 1. Establish two calls. 2. "Conference call" When terminating a conference call, both callsare ended. If one call is terminated by anotherparty, the other call can be continued. Phone book Displ...

Deleting a single entry or all entries 1. Highlight the entry. 2. Open "Options". 3. "Delete entry" or "Delete list" Saving an entry in the contacts 1. Highlight the entry. 2. Open "Options". 3. "Store as new contact" or "Add to existingcontact" 4. Sel...

Dialing the number in the message 1. Select the message. 2. "Call" Storing an address 1. Select the message. 2. Open "Options". 3. "Store contact in vehicle" Deleting messages 1. Highlight the message. 2. Open "Options". 3. "Delete message" or "Delete all ...

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. ▷ Keep the doors and windows closed to pre‐vent noise interference. ▷ Avoid making other noise in the vehiclewh...

Contacts General information Contacts can be created and edited. The con‐tacts from the mobile phone are displayed aswell if this function is supported by the mobilephone. The addresses can be adopted as des‐tinations for navigation and the phone numberscan be dialed directly. New contact 1. "Co...

3. Open "Options". 4. "Delete contact" or "Delete all contacts". Exporting/importing contacts Contacts can be exported and imported via the Personal Profile, refer to page 33 . Seite 215 215 Online Edition for Part no. 01 41 2 604 413 - 03 10 500 Reference Mobility Communicat...

BMW Assist BMW Assist* General information BMW Assist provides you with various services,for instance, transmission of the position data ofyour vehicle to the BMW Assist Response Cen‐ter if an Emergency Request* is initiated.Many BMW Assist services depend on the indi‐vidually agreed upon contract.A...

TeleService* General information TeleService supports communication with yourservice center. ▷ Data on the vehicle's service requirementscan be sent directly to the service center. Inthis way, the service center can plan its workin advance. This shortens the duration of theservice appointment. ▷ In ...

Vehicle equipped with BMW Assist or TeleService 1. "BMW Assist" 2. "Roadside Assistance" 3. "Start service" TeleService Diagnosis* TeleService Diagnosis enables the wirelesstransmission of detailed vehicle data that areimportant for vehicle diagnosis. These data aretransmitte...

2. "BMW Search" 3. If necessary, "OK". The BMW Search home page is displayed. Using BMW Search To start a search: ▷ Turn the controller to highlight an element. ▷ Press the controller to display an element. Opening the start page 1. Open "Options". 2. "Display start page&...

3. "Start service" Automatic Service Request* The TeleService data necessary for servicingthe vehicle are automatically sent to your servicepartner prior to the service deadline. If possible,the service partner will contact you and a serviceappointment can be arranged.To check when your serv...

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. 223 Online Edition for Part no. 01 41 2 604 413 - 03 10 500

Refueling Fuel cap Opening 1. Briefly press the rear edge of the fuel fillerflap. 2. Turn the fuel filler cap counterclockwise. 3. Place the fuel filler cap in the bracket at‐tached to the fuel filler flap. Closing Fit the cap and turn it clockwise until you clearlyhear a click. Do not pinch the ret...

Fuel tank capacity Fuel tank capacity: approx. 18.5 US gal/70 liters Refuel promptlyRefuel below a range of 30 miles/50 km; otherwise, engine functions are not ensured anddamage may occur.◀ Seite 225 225 Online Edition for Part no. 01 41 2 604 413 - 03 10 500 Reference Mobility Communication Enterta...

Fuel Fuel quality Refuel with unleaded fuel onlyDo not use leaded fuel as this would per‐ manently damage the catalytic converter.◀ Do not refuel with ethanolDo not refuel with E85, i.e., fuel with an ethanol content of 85 %, or with Flex Fuel, as thiswould damage the engine and fuel supply sys‐tem....

Wheels and tires Tire inflation pressure Safety information The tire characteristics and tire inflation pres‐sure influence the following: ▷ The service life of the tires. ▷ Road safety. ▷ Driving comfort. Checking the pressure Only check the tire inflation pressure when thetires are cold. This mean...

Tire size Pressure specifica‐tions in psi/kPa F.:245/35 R 21 96 Y XLR.:275/30 R 21 98 Y XL 2.6 / 38- -3.0 / 44 245/50 R 18 100 Y245/50 R 18 100 V M+S A/S245/50 R 18 100 H M+S 2.2 / 32 2.4 / 35 245/45 R 19 102 V M+S XL 2.4 / 35 2.6 / 38 Tire inflation pressures at max. speeds above 100 mph/160 km/h S...

Tire identification marks Tire size 255/50 R 19 103 Y255: nominal width in mm50: aspect ratio in %R: radial tire code19: rim diameter in inches103: load rating, not for ZR tiresY: speed rating, before the R on ZR tires Speed letter T = up to 118 mph/190 km/hH = up to 131 mph/210 km/hV = up to 150 mp...

Temperature grade for this tireThe temperature grade for this tire is es‐ tablished for a tire that is properly inflated andnot overloaded. Excessive speed, underinfla‐tion, or excessive loading, either separately or incombination, can cause heat buildup and pos‐sible tire failure.If necessary, have...

Tire age Recommendation regardless of wear, replace tires at least every6 years. Manufacture date On the sidewall:DOT … 3508: the tire was manufactured in the35th week in 2008. Changing wheels and tires Mounting Information on mounting tiresHave mounting and balancing performed only by a service cen...

vision. You can obtain this sign from the tire spe‐cialist or from your service center. Maximum speed for winter tiresDo not exceed the maximum speed for the winter tires; otherwise, tire damage and acci‐dents can occur.◀ Run-flat tires For your own safety, only use run-flat tires. Nospare tire is a...

Snow chain detection* The concept When using snow chains, you should setwhether you are driving with or without snowchains via the iDrive.The snow chain detection system supports youby automatically showing the detected state onthe Control Display.When snow chains are in use, the rear axle steer‐ing...

Engine compartment Important features in the engine compartment 1 Vehicle identification number*2 Jump starting, negative terminal3 Washer fluid reservoir 4 Jump starting, positive terminal5 Oil filler neck6 Coolant reservoir Hood Opening the hood Working in the engine compartmentNever attempt to pe...

2. Press the release handle and open the hood. 3. Be careful of protruding parts on the hood. Danger of injury when the hood is openThere is a danger of injury from protruding parts when the hood is open.◀ Closing the hood Let the hood drop from a height of approx. 16 in/40 cm and push down on it to...

Engine oil Checking the oil level The concept The oil level is monitored electronically and dis‐played on the Control Display. Requirements ▷ The engine must be running and warm afterthe vehicle has been driven for at least6 miles/10 km. ▷ The vehicle is stopped or being driven on alevel roadway. Di...

Approved oil types Your service center can advise you on which en‐gine oils have been approved by the manufac‐turer of your vehicle.The engine oil quality is critical for the life of theengine.Only use approved BMW High Performance oil.Approved oils belong to the following viscosityclasses: SAE 0W-4...

Maintenance BMW Maintenance System The system obtains informationabout the road safety and opera‐tional reliability of the vehicle andtakes into account aspects suchas a timely vehicle check. The aimis to optimize maintenance pro‐ cedures with a view to reducing the cost of run‐ning the vehicle. Con...

Replacing components Tool kit The tool kit is located in the rear compartment in the trunk, refer to page 143 . Wiper blade replacement Replacing the wiper blades 1. To change the wiper blades, fold up, refer to page 72, the wiper arms. 2. Fold up the wipers. 3. Position the wiper blade in a horizon...

These light-emitting diodes, which are relatedto conventional lasers, are officially designatedas Class 1 light-emitting diodes. Do not remove the coversDo not remove the covers, and never stare into the unfiltered light for several hours; other‐wise, irritation of the retina could result.◀ Headlamp...

Rear fog lamp and backup lamps in the tailgateBackup lamps in the tailgate Accessing the lamps 1. Remove the four screws using the screwdriver from the tool kit. 2. Pull down the cover with a firm tug. 3. Pull off the connector toward the left. 4. Replace the bulb. Rear fog lamps To change the rear ...

Jacking points for the vehicle jack The jacking points for the vehicle jack are lo‐cated in the positions shown. Lug bolt lock* The lug bolt lock is found in the tool kit. ▷ Lug bolt, arrow 1. ▷ Adapter, arrow 2. Removing 1. Attach the adapter to the wheel lug. 2. Unscrew the lug bolt. Remove the ad...

Maintain the battery in an upright position fortransport and storage. Secure the battery sothat it does not tip over during transport. Fuses Notes Replacing fusesNever attempt to repair a blown fuse and do not replace a defective fuse with a substituteof another color or amperage rating; this couldl...

Breakdown assistance Hazard warning flashers The button for the hazard warning flashers is lo‐cated in the center console. Emergency Request* Requirements ▷ Equipment version with full preparationpackage mobile phone.An Emergency Request can be made, evenif no mobile phones are paired with the ve‐hi...

may be malfunctioning. However, the BMWAssist Response Center may still be able tohear you. Initiating an Emergency Request automatically Under certain conditions, an Emergency Re‐quest is automatically initiated immediately aftera severe accident. Automatic Collision Notifica‐tion is not affected b...

Connect the jumper cables in the correct order;otherwise, there is the danger of injury fromsparking.◀ The so-called starting aid terminal in the enginecompartment acts as the battery's positive ter‐minal. The body ground or a special nut acts as thenegative terminal. Connecting the cables 1. Pull o...

Screw thread Push out the cover by pressing on the arrowsymbol. Towing General information Light towing vehicleThe towing vehicle must not be lighter than the vehicle being towed; otherwise, it willnot be possible to control the vehicle re‐sponse.◀ Attaching the tow bar/tow rope correctlyAttach the ...

Care Car washes Notes Steam jets or high-pressure washersWhen using steam jets or high-pressure washers, hold them a sufficient distance awayand use a maximum temperature of 140 ℉/60 ℃.Holding them too close or using excessivelyhigh pressures or temperatures can cause dam‐age or preliminary damage t...

▷ Thaw ice with de-icing spray; do not use anice scraper. After washing the vehicle After washing the vehicle, apply the brakesbriefly to dry them; otherwise, braking action canbe reduced and corrosion of the brake discs canoccur. Vehicle care Car care products BMW recommends using cleaning and care...

Plastic components These include: ▷ Headliner. ▷ Lamp lenses. ▷ Instrument cluster cover. ▷ Matte black spray-coated components. Clean with a microfiber cloth.Moisten the cloth lightly and use plasticcleanser, if necessary.Do not soak the headliner. Do not use cleansers that contain alcoholor solven...

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. 255 Online Edition for Part no. 01 41 2 604 413 - 03 10 500

Technical data Dimensions Width with mirrors, height with roof-mounted aerial Width without mirrors Seite 256 256 Online Edition for Part no. 01 41 2 604 413 - 03 10 500 Technical data

Length, wheel base Smallest turning circle Ø: 40 ft/12.2 m Engine specifications The rated power outputs are established on thebasis of fuel grade AKI 91. 535i Displacement cu in/cm³ 181.8/2,979 No. of cylinders 6 Maximum outputat engine speed hprpm 3005,800-6,250 Maximum torqueat engine speed lb ft...

Short commands for voice activation system General information Instructions for voice activation system, refer to page 25 . To have the available spoken instructions readout loud: ›Voice commands‹ Useful short commands Function Command Owner's Manual ›Owner's Manual‹ Opening the music collection ›Mu...

Function Command CD and DVD ›C D‹ Displaying entertainment details on the split screen ›Entertainment details‹ Music collection Function Command Calling up the current playback ›Current playback‹ Opening the music collection ›Music collection‹ Playing the music collection ›Music collection on‹ Searc...

Destination guidance with intermediate destinations Function Command New destination entry ›Enter address‹ Trip list ›Stored trips‹ Contacts* Function Command My contacts ›My contacts‹ Opening the contacts ›Contacts‹ New contact ›New contact‹ BMW Assist* Function Command Opening BMW Assist ›B M W As...

Vehicle Function Command Opening the vehicle information ›Vehicle info‹ Opening the vehicle status ›Vehicle status‹ Adjusting Vehicle Function Command Opening the main menu ›Main menu‹ Opening the settings ›Settings‹ Opening the options ›Options‹ Info display of the instrument cluster ›Info Display‹...

Cruising range 77 Cupholder 142 Curb weight 258 Current fuel consumption 76 Current location, storing 156 Customer Relations 219 D Damage, tires 230 Damping Control, dy‐ namic 102 Data, technical 256 Date 76 Daytime running lights 87 Defrosting, refer to Windows, defrosting 129 Destination guidance ...