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cluster: DSC is deactivated.
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Dynamic Traction Control DTC DTC is a version of DSC in which the drive out- put is optimized for particular road conditions, e.g. unplowed snow-covered roads. The sys- tem assures the maximal drive output, but with reduced driving stability. It is therefore neces- sary to drive with appropriate caution. You may find it useful to briefly activate DTC under the following special circumstances: > When driving uphill on snow-covered roads,
in slush or on unplowed, snow-covered roads
> When rocking a stuck vehicle free or start-
ing off in deep snow or on loose ground
> When driving with snow chains
Activating DTC
Press the button; the indicator lamp for DSC OFF lights up and TRACTION is displayed in the instrument cluster.
For better control
If the indicator lamp flashes: DTC con- trols the driving and braking forces. If the indicator lamp lights up: DSC and
DTC have failed.
The indicator lamp lights up and TRACTION is displayed in the instru- ment cluster: DTC is activated.
Deactivating DTC Press the button again; the indicator lamp in the instrument cluster goes out.
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xDrive xDrive is your BMW's four-wheel-drive system. The combined efforts of xDrive and DSC help to further optimize traction and driving dynamics. The xDrive four-wheel-drive system distributes driving power variably to the front and rear axles depending on the driving situation and road conditions.
Hill Descent Control HDC HDC is a downhill driving assistant that controls your speed on steep downhill gradients and makes it even easier to control your BMW's handling under these conditions. The vehicle then moves slightly faster than double walking speed without the driver needing to intervene. HDC can be activated as long as you are driving under approx. 20 mph or 35 km/h. When driving downhill at a speed of under approx. 20 mph or 35 km/h, the vehicle's speed is automatically reduced to slightly more than double walking speed and maintained.
Increasing or decreasing speed By accelerating or braking you can change this speed within a range from approx. 3 to 15 mph, approx. 5 to 25 km/h. You can specify a target speed within the same range by using the lever of the cruise control.
1 To increase speed 2 To decrease speed
Activating HDC
Press the button; the LED lights up. When the vehicle is being braked automatically, the LED flashes.
Deactivating HDC Press the button again; the LED goes out. HDC is automatically deactivated at speeds greater than approx. 35 mph/60 km/h.
Using HDC In cars with manual transmission: Use HDC in lower gears and in reverse gear. With automatic transmission: You can use HDC in any drive position.
Displays in the instrument cluster
1 Display for target speed 2 HDC display
Malfunction The HDC display disappears during HDC oper- ation, or does not appear: HDC is temporarily unavailable due to exces- sive brake temperature, or DSC has failed.
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Drive-off assistant The drive-off assistant enables you to drive off smoothly on uphill gradients. It is not necessary to use the parking brake for this. 1. Hold the car in place by depressing the
brake.
2. Release the brake and drive off without
delay.
The drive-off assistant holds the car in place for approx. 2 seconds after the
brake is released. Drive off without delay after releasing the brake. Otherwise, the drive-off assistant will no longer hold the car in place after approx. 2 seconds and the car will start to roll backwards.<
Flat Tire Monitor FTM
The concept The system does not measure the actual infla- tion pressure in the tires. The system detects a pressure loss in a tire by comparing the rotational speeds of the individ- ual wheels while moving. In the event of a pressure loss, the diameter and therefore the rotational speed of the corre- sponding wheel change. This is detected and reported as a flat tire.
Functional requirement The system must have been initialized while the tire inflation pressure was correct; otherwise, reliable signaling of a flat tire is not ensured. Each time a tire inflation pressure has been cor- rected or a wheel or tire has been changed, reinitialize the system.
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System limitations
Sudden serious tire damage caused by external influences cannot be indicated in
advance.< A natural, steady pressure loss in all four tires is not detected. Therefore, check the tire inflation pressure regularly. In the following situations, the system could be delayed or malfunction: > System has not been initialized > Driving on snowy or slippery road surface > Performance-oriented style of driving: slip in the drive wheels, high lateral acceleration
> Snow chains are attached
Status display The current status of the Flat Tire Monitor can be displayed on the Control Display, e.g. whether or not the FTM is active. 1. "Vehicle Info" 2. "Vehicle status" 3. "Flat Tire Monitor"
The status is displayed.
Initialization The initialization process adopts the set infla- tion tire pressures as reference values for the detection of a flat tire. Initialization is started by confirming the inflation pressures. Do not initialize the system when driving with snow chains.
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1. "Vehicle Info" 2. "Vehicle status" 3. "Reset"
4. Start the engine – do not drive away. 5. Start the initialization by selecting "Reset". 6. Start driving.
The initialization is completed during driv- ing, which can be interrupted at any time. When driving resumes, the initialization is con- tinued automatically.<
Indication of a flat tire
The warning lamps light up in yellow and red. A message appears on the Control Display. In addition, an acoustic signal sounds. There is a flat
tire or a major loss in tire pressure. 1. Reduce speed and stop the vehicle with
caution. Avoid sudden braking and steering maneuvers.
If the vehicle is not equipped with run-flat tires, do not continue driving; continuing
to drive can result in serious accidents.< When a flat tire is reported, the Dynamic Stabil- ity Control DSC is activated.
Actions in the event of a flat tire
Run-flat tires With a damaged tire, is possible to continue driving at speeds of up to 50 mph/80 km/h. When driving with a damaged tire:
1. Avoid sudden braking and steering maneu-
vers.
2. Do not exceed a speed of 50 mph/80 km/h. 3. At the next opportunity, check the inflation
pressure in all four tires. If the inflation pressure in all four tires is cor- rect, the Flat Tire Monitor might not have been initialized. The system must then be initialized.
Possible driving distance with complete loss of tire pressure: The distance it is possible to drive with a flat tire depends on the load and the stress on the vehi- cle while driving. With an average load, it may be possible to drive for approx. 50 miles/80 km. When driving with damaged tires, the handling characteristics change, e.g. the vehicle will skid sooner when braking, braking distances will be longer, or self-steering response will change. Adapt your driving style accordingly. Avoid turning abruptly and driving over obstacles such as curbs, potholes, etc. Since the possible driving distance depends to a considerable degree on the strain exerted on the vehicle while driving, it can be shorter or, with a gentle driving style, can also be longer, depending on the speed, road condition, out- side temperature, vehicle load, etc.
Drive cautiously and do not exceed a speed of 50 mph/80 km/h.
When there is a tire pressure loss, the handling characteristics change, e.g. there will be reduced directional stability during braking, braking distances will be longer, and self-steer- ing response will change.<
Vibrations or loud noises while driving can indicate final failure of the tire. Reduce
your speed and bring the vehicle to a stop; oth- erwise, tire components may become detached, which could result in an accident. Do not continue driving; instead, contact your BMW center.<
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Tire Pressure Monitor TPM
3. "Tire Pressure Monitor - TPM"
The concept Check the inflation pressure in the four installed tires. The system notifies you if there is a signif- icant loss of pressure in one or more tires.
Functional requirement The system must have been reset while the inflation pressure was correct; otherwise, reli- able signaling of a flat tire is not ensured. Always use wheels with TPM electronics to ensure that the system will operate properly. Each time a tire inflation pressure has been cor- rected or a wheel or tire has been changed, reset the system.
System limitations
Sudden serious tire damage caused by external influences cannot be indicated in
advance.< The system does not function correctly if it has not been reset. For example, a flat tire may be indicated even though the tire inflation pres- sures are correct. The system is inactive and cannot indicate a flat tire: > When a wheel without TPM electronics is
installed.
> Interference with TPM by other systems or
devices with the same transmission fre- quency.
Status display The current status of the Tire Pressure Monitor TPM can be displayed on the Control Display, e.g., whether or not the TPM is active. 1. "Vehicle Info" 2. "Vehicle status"
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The status is displayed.
Status indicator on the Control Display The color of the tires represents the status of the tires and the system. A change in the tire inflation pressure during driving is taken into account. A correction is only required when this is indi- cated by the TPM.
Green wheels The inflation pressure corresponds to the desired state. "TPM active" appears in the Control Display.
One wheel yellow There is a flat tire or substantial loss of tire pres- sure in the indicated tire.
All wheels yellow > There is a flat tire or substantial loss of tire
pressure in several tires.
> The system was not reset after a wheel
change and thus issues a warning based on the inflation pressures initialized last.
Gray wheels The system cannot detect a puncture. Reasons for this may be:
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> TPM is being reset. > Interference from systems or devices that
use the same radio frequency.
> Malfunction.
Resetting the system Each time a tire inflation pressure has been cor- rected or a wheel or tire has been changed, reset the system. 1. "Vehicle Info" 2. "Vehicle status" 3. "Reset"
4. Start the engine – do not drive away. 5. Reset the inflation pressure by selecting
"Reset".
6. Start driving. The tires are shown in gray and "Resetting TPM..." is displayed. After driving a few minutes, the set inflation pressures in the tires are accepted as the target values to be monitored. The resetting process is completed automatically as you drive. The tires are depicted in green on the Control Dis- play and "Status: TPM active" is displayed again. The trip can be interrupted at any time. When driving resumes, resetting continues automati- cally.
If a flat tire is detected while the system is resetting, all tires on the Control Display
are displayed in yellow. The message "Low tire!" is displayed.<
Message for low tire inflation pressure The warning lamps light up in yellow and red. A message appears on the Control Display. In addition, a signal sounds.
> There is a flat tire or substantial loss of tire
pressure in the indicated wheel.
> The system was not reset after a wheel
change and thus issues a warning based on the inflation pressures initialized last.
Reduce speed and stop the vehicle with cau- tion. Avoid sudden braking and steering maneuvers.
If the vehicle is not equipped with run-flat tires, do not continue driving; continuing
to drive can result in serious accidents.< When a low tire pressure is reported, the Dynamic Stability Control DSC is activated.
Actions in the event of a flat tire
Run-flat tires You can continue driving with a damaged tire at speeds up to 50 mph/80 km/h. When driving with a damaged tire: 1. Avoid sudden braking and steering maneu-
vers.
2. Do not exceed a speed of 50 mph/80 km/h. 3. At the next opportunity, check the inflation
pressure in all four tires. If the inflation pressure is correct in all four tires, then the Tire Pressure Monitor may not have been reset. The system must then be reset.
Possible driving distance with complete loss of tire inflation pressure: The distance it is possible to drive with a flat tire depends on the load and the stress on the vehi- cle while driving. With an average load, it may be possible to drive for approx. 50 miles/80 km.
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When driving with damaged tires, the handling characteristics change, e.g. the vehicle will skid sooner when braking, braking distances will be longer, or self-steering response will change. Adapt your driving style accordingly. Avoid turning abruptly and driving over obstacles such as curbs, potholes, etc. Since the possible driving distance depends to a considerable degree on the strain exerted on the vehicle while driving, it can be shorter or, with a gentle driving style, can also be longer, depending on the speed, road condition, out- side temperature, vehicle load, etc.
Drive cautiously and do not exceed a speed of 50 mph/80 km/h.
When there is a tire pressure loss, the handling characteristics change, e.g. there will be reduced directional stability during braking, braking distances will be longer, and self-steer- ing response will change.<
Vibrations or loud noises while driving can indicate complete failure of the tire.
Reduce your speed and bring the vehicle to a stop; otherwise, tire components may become detached, which could result in an accident. Do not continue driving; instead, contact your BMW center.<
Message for unsuccessful system reset
Yellow warning lamp lights up. A message appears on the Control Dis- play.
The system has detected a wheel change, but was not reset. A reliable warning is not possible at the current inflation pressures. Check the tire inflation pressure and reset the system, refer to page 103.
Malfunction
The small warning lamp flashes in yellow and then lights up continu- ously; the large warning lamp lights up in yellow. The tires appear in gray
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in the Control Display. No punctures can be detected. Display in the following situations: > A wheel without TPM electronics has been
installed: Have it checked by your BMW center.
> Malfunction
Have the system checked.
> Tire Pressure Monitor was unable to com- plete the resetting process. Reset the sys- tem again.
The small warning lamp flashes in yellow and then lights up continu- ously; the large warning lamp lights up in yellow. The tires appear in gray
in the Control Display. No punctures can be detected. Display in the following situations: > Interference from systems or devices that
use the same radio frequency: The system automatically becomes active again when the vehicle moves out of the interference zone.
Declaration according to NHTSA/FMVSS 138
Tire Pressure Monitoring Systems Each tire should be checked monthly when cold and inflated to the inflation pressure recom- mended by the vehicle manufacturer on the vehicle placard or tire inflation pressure label. If your vehicle has tires of a different size than the size indicated on the vehicle placard or tire infla- tion pressure label, you should determine the proper tire inflation pressure for those tires. As an added safety feature, your vehicle has been equipped with a tire pressure monitoring sys- tem, TPMS, that illuminates a low tire pressure telltale when one or more of your tires are signif- icantly underinflated. Accordingly, when the low tire pressure telltale illuminates, you should stop and check your tires as soon as possible, and inflate them to the proper pressure. Driving on a significantly underinflated tire causes theOnline Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 609 333 - © 08/11 BMW AG Technology for driving comfort and safety
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tire to overheat and can lead to tire failure. Underinflation also reduces fuel efficiency and tire tread life, and may affect the vehicle’s han- dling and stopping ability. Please note that the TPMS is not a substitute for proper tire mainte- nance, and it is the driver’s responsibility to maintain correct tire pressure, even if underin- flation has not reached the level at which the TPMS low tire pressure telltale illuminates. The TPMS malfunction indicator is combined with the low tire pressure telltale. When the sys- tem detects a malfunction, the telltale will flash for approximately one minute and then remain continuously lit. This sequence will continue upon subsequent vehicle startups as long as the malfunction exists. When the malfunction indicator is illuminated, the system may not be able to detect or signal low tire pressure as intended. TPMS malfunctions may occur for a variety of reasons, including the installation of replacement or alternate tires or wheels on the vehicle that prevent the TPMS from functioning properly. Always check the TPMS malfunction telltale after replacing one or more tires or wheels on your vehicle to ensure that the replacement or alternate tires and wheels allow the TPMS to continue to function properly.
Active steering
The concept Active steering varies the turning angle of the front wheels in relation to steering wheel move- ments. It also varies the steering force required to turn the wheels depending on the speed at which you are driving. When you are driving in the low speed range, e.g. in a town or when parking, the steering angle is increased, i.e. steering becomes very direct and less effort is required to turn the wheels. In the higher speed range, on the other hand, the steering angle is reduced as the speed increases. This improves the handling of your BMW over the entire speed range.
In critical situations, the system can make tar- geted corrections to the steering angle pro- vided by the driver and thus stabilize the vehicle before the driver intervenes. This stabilizing intervention is simultaneously deactivated when DSC is switched off, refer to page 98.
Malfunction
The warning lamps light up and a message is displayed on the Control Display. Active steering is malfunc- tioning or is temporarily deactivated.
At low speeds, greater steering wheel move- ments are required, whereas at higher speeds the vehicle reacts more sensitively to steering wheel movements. The stability-enhancing feature may also be deactivated. Drive cau- tiously and think well ahead.
Deactivation Active steering is deactivated to perform an ini- tialization. A message indicates that the feature is deactivated. Initialization may take several minutes. If the message does not disappear during the current trip, have the system checked.
Defect If there is a defect, a corresponding text mes- sage appears. Have the system checked.
Servotronic
The concept The Servotronic varies the steering force required to turn the wheels relative to the vehi- cle speed. At low speeds, the steering force is strongly assisted, i.e. less force is needed for steering. As the vehicle speed increases, the steering assisting power is reduced.
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The warning lamp lights up. A mes- sage appears on the Control Display. Servotronic is malfunctioning or has failed. Steering response will be different. You can continue your journey, but moderate your speed and exercise due caution. Have the sys- tem checked as soon as possible.
Brake Force Display
On the left: normal braking. On the right: sharp braking.
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Airbags
The following airbags are located under the marked covers: 1 Front airbags 2 Coupe: head airbags 3 Side airbags in the seat backrests 4 Convertible: knee airbags
Protective action
Observe the adjustment instructions on page 47 to ensure the best possible per-
sonal protection.< The front airbags help protect the driver and front passenger by responding to frontal impacts in which safety belts alone cannot pro- vide adequate restraint. When needed, the head and side airbags help provide protection in the event of side impact. The relevant side air- bag supports the side upper body area. The head air bag supports the head. The airbags have been designed to not be trig- gered in every collision situation, e.g. not in minor accidents or rear-end collisions.
Do not apply adhesive materials to the cover panels of the airbags, cover them or
modify them in any other way. Keep the dashboard and windows on the front passenger side clear, i.e. do not cover with adhesive labels or coverings, and do not attach holders such as for navigation instruments or mobile phones. Do not attach seat covers, cushions or other objects not specifically approved for seats with
integral side airbags to the front seats. Do not hang items of clothing such as coats or jackets over the backrests. Do not attempt to remove the airbag retention system from the vehicle. Do not modify the individual components of the system or its wiring in any way. This includes the upholstered covers on the steering wheel, instrument panel, seats and roof posts, as well as the sides of the roof lining. Do not attempt to remove or dismantle the steering wheel. Do not touch the individual components imme- diately after the system has been triggered, because there is a danger of burns. In the event of faults, immobilization, or after the airbag system has been triggered, have the testing, repair, or disassembly and scrapping of gas generators performed only by your BMW center or a workshop that has the required explosives licenses. Unprofessional attempts to work on the system could lead to failure in an emergency or to undesired airbag activation, either of which could result in personal injury.< Warning notices and information about the air- bags can also be found on the sun visors.
Automatic deactivation of the front passenger airbags An analysis of the impression in the front pas- senger seat cushion determines whether and how the seat is occupied. The front and side air- bags for the front passenger are activated or deactivated by the system accordingly.
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The indicator lamp above the interior rearview mirror shows the current status of the front passenger airbags, deactivated or activated, refer to Status of front passenger air- bags below.<
Before transporting a child on the front passenger seat, read the safety precau- tions and handling instructions under Trans- porting children safely, refer to page 57. The front and side airbags can also be deacti- vated by adolescents and adults sitting in cer- tain positions; the indicator lamp for the front passenger airbags lights up. In such cases, the passenger should change his or her sitting position so that the front passenger airbags are activated and the indicator lamp goes out. If the desired airbag status cannot be achieved by changing the sitting position, transport the rele- vant passenger on a rear seat. Do not attach seat covers, seat cushion padding, ball mats or other items to the front passenger seat unless they are specifically recommended by BMW. Do not place any items under the seat which could press against the seat from below. Other- wise, a correct analysis of the seat cushion is not ensured.<
Status of front passenger airbags
> The indicator lamp lights up when a child in
a specially designated child restraint sys- tem is detected, as intended, on the seat. The front and side airbags for the front pas- senger are not activated.
Most child seats are detected by the system, This particularly applies to
child seats that were required by NHTSA at the time of manufacture of the vehicle. After mounting a child seat, ensure that the indi- cator lamp for the front passenger airbag is lit. It indicates that the child seat has been detected and that the front passenger air- bags are deactivated.<
> The indicator lamp does not light up as long as a person of sufficient size and in a correct sitting position is detected on the seat. The front and side airbags for the front pas- senger are activated.
> The indicator lamp does not light up if the
seat is empty. The front and side airbags for the front pas- senger are not activated.
Operational readiness of airbag system
The indicator lamp for the front passenger air- bags shows the functional status of the front passenger front and side airbags in accordance with whether and how the front passenger seat is occupied. The indicator lamp shows whether the front passenger airbags are activated or deactivated.
As of radio readiness, refer to page 61, the warning lamp lights up briefly to indicate that the entire airbag system and the belt tensioners are operational.
Airbag system malfunction > Warning lamp does not light up at radio
readiness or beyond.
> Warning lamp remains permanently on.
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In the event of a fault in the airbag system, have it checked without delay; otherwise, there is the risk that the system will not function as intended even if a sufficiently severe acci- dent occurs.<
2. Push the protection bar halfway down from
above.
3. Release the locking lever. 4. Push the protection bar down until it snaps
into place.
Convertible: rollover protection system The rollover protection system is activated automatically in the event of an accident, a crit- ical driving situation, an extreme tilt in the car's longitudinal axis or upon loss of ground contact. The protection bars behind the rear head restraints deploy within fractions of a second. As a supplementary system to the reinforced windshield frame, the rollover protection sys- tem ensures that the necessary headroom is maintained for all vehicle occupants.
Always keep the area of movement of the rollover protection system clear.
In minor accidents, you are protected by the fastened safety belt and, depending on acci- dent severity, by the safety belt tensioner and multi-phase airbag retention system.<
Resetting If the rollover protection system was not impacted after being automatically activated, it can be reset by lowering the protection bars to their original positions. This does not require tools. 1. Push the locking lever to one side and hold
it there.
5. Repeat the procedure for the other protec-
tion bar.
Have the rollover protection system checked after an unexpected activation.
Never move the retractable hardtop when the rollover protection system is in the
activated position. Do not make any modifications to the individual components of the rollover protection system or its cabling. Work on the rollover protection system should be performed only by your BMW center. Incorrectly performed work on the system may lead to system failure or incorrect operation. To check the system and ensure flawless long- term operation, always observe the service intervals, refer to page 87.<
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Vehicle equipment In this chapter, all production, country, and optional equipment that is offered in the model range is described. For this reason, descrip- tions will be given of some equipment that may not be available in a vehicle, for example due to the special options or national-market version selected. This also applies to safety related functions and systems.
At a glance
0 Lamps off,
daytime running lights
1 Parking lamps and daytime running lights 2 Low beams,
welcome lamps
3 Automatic headlamp control, daytime run-
ning lights, welcome lamps, High-beam Assistant, and Adaptive Light Control
Parking lamps/low beams, automatic headlamp control
General information When the driver's door is opened with ignition switched off, then the exterior lighting is auto- matically switched off if the light switch is in position 0, 2, or 3.
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Parking lamps In switch position 1, the front, rear and side vehicle lighting is switched on. You can use the parking lamps for parking.
The parking lamps will discharge the bat- tery. Therefore, do not leave them on for unduly long periods of time; otherwise, the bat- tery might not have enough power to start the engine. It is preferable to switch on the left- hand or right-hand roadside parking lamps, refer to page 112.<
Low beams The low beams light up when the light switch is in position 2 and the ignition is on.
Automatic headlamp control When the switch is in position 3, the low beams are switched on and off automatically depend- ing on ambient lighting conditions, e.g. in a tun- nel, in twilight, or if there is precipitation. The Adaptive Light Control is active. The LED next to the symbol is illuminated when the low beams are on. You can also activate the daytime running lights, refer to page 111. In the situa- tions described above, the lamps then automat- ically switch from daytime running lights to low beams. The headlamps may also come on when the sun is sitting low on a blue sky.
The low beams remain switched on inde- pendent of the ambient lighting condi-
tions when you switch on the fog lamps.<
The automatic headlamp control cannot serve as a substitute for your personal
judgment in determining when the lamps should be switched on in response to ambient lighting conditions. For example, the system cannot detect fog or hazy weather. To avoid safety risks, you should always switch on the low-beam headlamps manually under these conditions.<
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Activating/deactivating welcome lamps 1. "Settings" 2. "Lighting" 3. "Welcome light"
The setting is stored for the remote control cur- rently in use.
Pathway lighting If the headlamp flasher is activated after switch- ing off the ignition with the lamps switched off, the low beams come on and remain on for a cer- tain time.
Setting duration 1. "Settings" 2. "Lighting" 3. "Pathway light.:"
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4. Set a time of duration, or 0 s to deactivate
the function.
The setting is stored for the remote control cur- rently in use.
Daytime running lights The daytime running lights light up in switch position 0, 1 and 3. They are less powerful than the low beams. The tail lamps may also light up.
Activating/deactivating daytime running lights 1. "Settings" 2. "Lighting" 3. "Daytime running lamps"
The setting is stored for the remote control cur- rently in use.
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Adaptive Light Control
The concept Adaptive Light Control is a variable headlamp control system that enables better illumination of the road surface. Depending on the steering angle and other parameters, the light from the headlamp follows the course of the road. In tight curves at speeds up to 40 mph/70 km/h, e.g. on mountainous roads or when turning, an additional, corner-illuminating lamp is switched on that lights up the inside area of the curve.
Activating Adaptive Light Control With the ignition switched on, turn the light switch to position 3, refer to page 110. The corner-illuminating lamp is switched on automatically, depending on the steering wheel angle or turn signal indicator. Standstill function: to avoid blinding oncoming traffic, the Adaptive Light Control directs light toward the front passenger side when the vehi- cle is at a standstill. When you are reversing, only the corner-illumi- nating lamps are switched on and active on both sides.
Malfunction
The warning lamp lights up. A mes- sage appears on the Control Display. The Adaptive Light Control is mal-
functioning or failed. Have the system checked as soon as possible.
High beams/roadside parking lamps
1 High beams 2 Headlamp flasher 3 Roadside parking lamps
Roadside parking lamps, left or right There is an additional option of switching on the lamps on the side of the car facing the road when parked.
Switching on After parking the vehicle, press the lever up or down beyond the pressure point for a longer period, arrow 3.
The roadside parking lamps drain the bat- tery. Therefore, do not leave them on for unduly long periods of time; otherwise, the bat- tery might not have enough power to start the engine.<
Switching off Press the lever in the opposite direction to the pressure point, arrow 3.
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The concept This system automatically switches the high beams on and off. The procedure is controlled by a sensor on the front of the interior rearview mirror. The assistant ensures that the high beams are switched on whenever the traffic sit- uation allows. It handles this task for you and gives you the benefit of the best possible view. You can intervene at any time and switch the high beams on and off as usual.
Activating the system 1. Turn the light switch to position 3, refer to
page 110.
2. With the low beams switched on, briefly
push the turn signal/high beam lever in the direction of the high beam.
The indicator lamp in the instrument cluster lights up when the high beams are activated. The system automati-
cally switches from high beams to low beams and vice versa in response to oncoming traffic, traffic ahead of you, and adequate ambient lighting, e.g. on city streets.
Switching the high beams on and off manually Whenever you wish, or when the situation requires, you can intervene: > If the High-beam Assistant switches on the high beams, but you would like to drive with the low beams, simply switch off the high beams using the turn signal/high beam lever. This deactivates the High-beam Assistant. To reactivate the system, briefly push the turn signal/high beam lever toward the high beams again.
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> If the High-beam Assistant switches on the low beams, but you would like to drive with the high beams, switch on the high beams as usual. This deactivates the system and the high beams need to be switched off manually, if necessary. To reactivate the system, briefly push the turn signal/high beam lever toward the high beams again.
> Use the headlamp flasher as usual with the
low beams switched on.
System limitations
The High-beam Assistant cannot serve as a substitute for the driver's personal
judgment of when to use the high beams. Therefore, manually switch off the high beams in situations where this is required to avoid a safety risk.< The system is not fully functional in situations such as the following, and driver intervention may be necessary: > In very unfavorable weather conditions,
such as fog or heavy precipitation
> In detecting poorly-lit road users, such as pedestrians, cyclists, horseback riders and wagons; when driving close to train or ship traffic; and at animal crossings
> In tight curves, on hilltops or in depressions, in cross traffic or half-obscured oncoming traffic on highways
> In poorly lit towns and cities and in the pres-
ence of highly reflective signs
> At low speeds > When the windshield in front of the interior rearview mirror is fogged over, dirty or cov- ered with stickers, etc.
> If the sensor is dirty. Clean the sensor on
the front of the interior rearview mirror using a cloth moistened with a small amount of glass cleaner.
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Activating via iDrive 1. "Settings" 2. "Lighting" 3. "High beam assistant"
Instrument lighting You can adjust the brightness of the instrument lighting only when the parking lamps or the low beams are switched on.
The setting is stored for the remote control cur- rently in use.
Fog lamps
1. Push button 1 up or down repeatedly until the appropriate symbol appears in the dis- play, accompanied by the brightness set- ting and scale the word "SET".
2. Press button 2.
The parking lamps or low beams must be switched on for the fog lamps to operate. The green indicator lamp in the instrument cluster lights up whenever the fog lamps are on. The fog lamps are switched off while you acti- vate the headlamp flasher or switch on the high beams.
If the automatic headlamp control is acti- vated, the low beams will come on auto- matically when you switch on the fog lamps.<
3. Push button 1 up or down to select the
desired brightness level.
4. Press button 2.
The display again shows the outside tem- perature and the time.
Interior lamps The interior lamps, the footwell lamps, entry lamps, cargo area lamp, and courtesy lamps are controlled automatically. The LEDs for the courtesy lamps are set in the door handles and illuminate the ground in front of the doors.
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Switching interior lamps on/off manually
Interior lamps, front and rear: To switch on and off, press the button. To switch off the interior lamps, footwell lamps, entry lamps, and courtesy lamps permanently, press the button for the front interior lamps for about 3 seconds.
Reading lamps
There are reading lamps at the front and rear, next to the interior lights. To switch on and off, press the button.
Lamps
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Climate
Vehicle equipment In this chapter, all production, country, and optional equipment that is offered in the model range is described. For this reason, descrip- tions will be given of some equipment that may
not be available in a vehicle, for example due to the special options or national-market version selected. This also applies to safety related functions and systems.
Overview
1 Airflow directed toward the windshield and
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3 Air to the footwell 4 Air distribution, manual 5 Temperature, left side
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6 Maximum cooling 7 AUTO program 8 Air volume, manual adjustment; AUTO
intensity
9 Automatic recirculated air control AUC/
Recirculated air mode
10 Temperature, right side 11 ALL program
12 Defrosting windows and removing conden-
sation
13 Switching cooling function on/off manually 14 Rear window defroster 15 Seat heating, right side 53
16 Interior temperature sensor, please keepclear
17 Seat heating, left side 53
Automatic climate control
Comfortable interior climate AUTO program 7 offers the ideal air distribution and air volume for almost all conditions, refer to AUTO program below. All you need to do is select an interior temperature which is comfort- able for you. The following sections inform you in detail about how to adjust the settings. Most settings are stored for the remote control currently in use, refer also to Personal Profile settings on page 31.
Adjusting air distribution manually
The air distribution can be switched on and off manually. The air is directed to the windshield, to the upper body area and to the
footwell. The automatic air distribution can be switched back on by pressing the AUTO button. The cooling function is switched on automatically and the manual air distribution setting is cleared.
Temperature
Turn to set the desired tempera- ture. The automatic climate control achieves this temperature as
quickly as possible regardless of the season, using maximum cooling or heating power if nec- essary, and then maintains it. Avoid rapid switching between different tem- perature settings. The automatic climate con- trol will not have sufficient time to adjust the set temperature. Maximum heating power can be obtained with the highest setting, regardless of the outside temperature. The system cools steadily in the lowest setting, regardless of the outside temperature.
Maximum cooling
Press the button. The system is set to the lowest temperature, maximum air volume and recirculated air mode.
Air flows out of the vent outlets for the upper body region. Open them for this purpose. Air is cooled as quickly as possible: > Above an outside temperature of approx.
327/06
> When the engine is running
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AUTO program
Press the button. Air volume, air distribution and temperature are controlled auto-
matically. Depending on the selected temperature, AUTO intensity and outside influences, the air is directed toward the windshield, the side win- dows, the upper body and the footwell. Pressing the AUTO button automatically switches on the cooling function. At the same time, a condensation sensor con- trols the program so as to prevent window con- densation as much as possible. The program is switched off when the air distri- bution is set manually or the button is pressed again.
Intensity of the AUTO program With the AUTO program switched on, auto- matic control of the air volume and air distribu- tion can be adjusted:
Press the left side of the button to reduce the intensity. Press the right side of the button to
increase it. The selected intensity is shown on the display of the automatic climate control.
Convertible program The Convertible program is active when the hardtop is open and the AUTO program is switched on. In the Convertible program, the automatic climate control is optimized for driv- ing with the hardtop open. In addition, the air volume is increased as vehicle speed increases. The effectiveness of the Convertible pro- gram can be enhanced considerably by
installing the wind deflector.<
Adjusting air volume manually To be able to manually adjust the air volume, switch off the AUTO program first.
Press the left side of the button to reduce the air volume. Press the right side of the button to
increase it. The air flow rate is lowered or switched off entirely to reduce the drain on the battery. The display remains the same.
Automatic recirculated air control AUC/Recirculated air mode You can respond to unpleasant odors or pollut- ants in the immediate environment by tempo- rarily suspending the supply of outside air. The system then recirculates the air currently within the vehicle.
Press the button repeatedly to select an operating mode:
> LED off: outside air flows in continuously. > Left-hand LED on, AUC mode: a sensor detects pollutants in the outside air and controls the shut-off automatically.
> Right-hand LED on, recirculated air mode:
the supply of outside air is permanently shut off. If the windows fog over, switch off recirculated air mode and increase the air volume, if necessary. Make sure that air can flow onto the windshield.
The recirculated air mode should not be used over an extended period of time;
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Via the button on the steering wheel You can switch quickly between the recircu- lated air mode and the previous mode using a button on the steering wheel, refer to page 11.
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Switching the system on/off
Climate
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Press the button. The current temperature setting on the driver's side is transferred to the front passenger side.
If the temperature setting on the driver's side is changed, the temperature on the front passen- ger side is changed as well. The program is switched off when the setting is adjusted on the front passenger side or the but- ton is pressed again.
Defrosting windows and removing condensation
Press the button. Quickly removes ice and conden- sation from the windshield and
front side windows. For this purpose, also switch on the cooling function.
Switching cooling function on/off The passenger compartment can only be cooled while the engine is running.
Press the button. The air is cooled and dehumidified and – depending on the tempera-
ture setting – warmed again. Depending on the weather, the windshield may fog up briefly when the engine is started. Pressing the AUTO button automatically switches on the cooling function.
Rear window defroster
Press the button. The defroster is switched off auto- matically after a certain time.
Depending on your vehicle's equipment, the upper wires serve as an antenna and are not part of the rear window defroster.
Switching off
With the blower at its lowest set- ting, press the left side of the but- ton to switch off the automatic cli-
mate control. All displays are cleared except for the rear win- dow defroster if it is switched on.
The outside air supply is blocked when the automatic climate control is switched off. If the air quality deteriorates or the window fogs over, switch the system back on and increase the air volume.<
Switching on Press any button except the ALL or the rear window defroster button to reactivate the auto- matic climate control.
Ventilation
1 Use the thumbwheels to smoothly open
and close the air vents
2 Use the levers to change the direction of the
airflow
3 Thumbwheel for more or less cool air from
the vents for the upper body area
Ventilation for cooling Adjust the vent outlets to direct the flow of cool air in your direction, e.g. if it has become too hot in the car.
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Draft-free ventilation Set the vent outlets so that the air flows past you and not straight at you.
Ventilation in the rear
1 Use the thumbwheel to adjust the tempera-
ture: > Turn toward blue: colder > Turn toward red: warmer
2 Use the thumbwheel to smoothly open and
close the air vents
3 Use the lever to change the direction of the
airflow
Microfilter/activated-charcoal filter The microfilter traps dust and pollen in the incoming air. The activated-charcoal filter pro- vides additional protection by filtering gaseous pollutants from the outside air. Your BMW cen- ter replaces this combined filter during routine maintenance.
Parked car ventilation
The concept The parked car ventilation provides ventilation to the passenger compartment and lowers its temperature, if necessary. It is ready for use at any outside temperature, as of radio readiness. The parked car ventilation remains switched on for approx. 30 minutes. Two different switch-on times can be preselected. The system can also be switched on and off directly.
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Due to its high power consumption, it should not be switched on twice in a row without driv- ing in between to allow the battery to recharge. The air emerges from the air vents for the upper body area in the instrument panel. The air vents must therefore be open. The parked car ventilation system is operated via iDrive.
Switching on/off directly 1. "Settings" 2. "Climate" 3. "Activate parked-car vent."
The symbol on the automatic climate Control
Display flashes.
Preselecting switch-on times 1. "Settings" 2. "Climate" 3. "Activate Timer 1" or "Activate Timer 2". 4. "Timer 1:" or "Timer 2:"
5. Turn the controller: set the hours. 6. Press the controller: the setting is
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7. Turn the controller: set the minutes. 8. Press the controller: the setting is
accepted.
The symbol on the automatic climate Control
Display lights up.
The symbol on the automatic climate Control Display flashes when the system has switched on.
The respective system is switched on within the next 24 hours only. After these
have elapsed, it must be reactivated.<
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Vehicle equipment In this chapter, all production, country, and optional equipment that is offered in the model range is described. For this reason, descrip- tions will be given of some equipment that may not be available in a vehicle, for example due to the special options or national-market version selected. This also applies to safety related functions and systems.
Integrated universal remote control
The concept The Integrated universal remote control can be used to operate up to 3 functions of remote- controlled devices such as garage door open- ers or lighting systems. The Integrated univer- sal remote control thus replaces as many as three different hand-held transmitters. To oper- ate them, the buttons on the interior rearview mirror must be programmed with the desired functions. Programming requires the hand-held transmitter for the respective device.
To prevent possible damage or injury, before programming or using the inte- grated universal remote control to operate a device, always inspect the immediate area to make certain that no people, animals or objects are within the pivoting or travel range of the device being operated. Also follow the safety instructions supplied with the hand-held transmitter.< For security reasons, make sure to delete the stored functions before selling the vehicle, refer to page 124.
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Compatibility
If this symbol appears on the package or in the instructions supplied with the device to be operated, you can gener- ally assume that the device is compatible with the Integrated universal remote control. For additional questions, please consult: > Your BMW center. > www.homelink.com on the Internet. HomeLink is a registered trademark of Johnson Controls, Inc.
Controls on the interior rearview mirror
1 LED 2 Buttons 3 Hand-held transmitter, required for pro-
gramming.
Programming
General information 1. Switch on the ignition. 2.
Initial operation: Simultaneously hold down the right and left buttons on the inside mirror for approx. 20 seconds until the LED on the inside mir- ror flashes. All programs of the buttons on the rearview mirror are deleted.
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3. Hold the hand-held transmitter of the
device to be controlled approx. 1 in/2.5 cm to 3 in/8 cm away from the buttons on the inside mirror. The required distance depends on the hand-held transmitter.
4. Simultaneously press and hold the button
of the desired function on the hand-held transmitter and the button to be pro- grammed on the inside mirror. The LED on the inside mirror will flash slowly at first.
5. As soon as the LED flashes rapidly, release both buttons. The rapid flashing indicates that the button on the inside mirror has been programmed. If the LED does not flash rapidly within 60 seconds, change the distance between the inside mirror and the hand-held trans- mitter and repeat this step. This may require several attempts. Allow at least 15 seconds between attempts.
6. To program additional functions on the
other buttons of the inside mirror, repeat steps 3 through 5.
The buttons on the inside mirror can be used to operate the devices if the ignition is switched on.
Special procedure with alternating- code systems If the device fails to function even after repeated programming, check whether the device to be controlled uses an alternating-code system. To do so, either read the instructions for the device or hold down the programmed button on the inside mirror. If the LED on the inside mirror flashes quickly at first and then remains lit for 2 seconds, the device uses an alternating-code system. The LED flashes and lights up repeat- edly for approx. 20 seconds. In devices with an alternating-code system, the Integrated universal remote control and the device must also be synchronized.
For information about synchronizing can also be found in the operating instructions for the device to be set. Programming will be easier with the aid of a second person. Synchronizing: 1. Park your vehicle within the range of the
remote-controlled device.
2. Program the Integrated universal remote
control as described above.
3. Locate and press the synchronization but-
ton on the device to be set. You have approx. 30 seconds to perform the next step.
4. Hold down the programmed button on the inside mirror for approx. 3 seconds and then release it. Repeat this operation, up to three times if necessary, to complete the syn- chronization. If the synchronization has succeeded, the programmed function is performed.
Reprogramming individual buttons 1. Switch on the ignition. 2. Hold the hand-held transmitter of the
device to be controlled approx. 1 in/2.5 cm bis 3 in/8 cm away from the buttons on the inside mirror. The required distance depends on the hand-held transmitter.
3. Press the desired button on the inside mir-
4.
ror. If the LED on the inside mirror flashes slowly after approx. 20 seconds, press the transmit key of the hand-held transmitter.
5. As soon as the LED flashes rapidly, release
both buttons. If the LED does not flash rapidly after approx. 60 seconds, alter the distance and repeat the step. Canada: if the LED does not flash rapidly after approx. 60 seconds, alter the distance and repeat this step or, if the programming
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by means of the hand-held transmitter was interrupted, hold down the button on the inside mirror and then press and release the button on the hand-held transmitter several times, holding it down for 2 seconds each time.
Operation
To prevent possible damage or injury, before programming or using the inte- grated universal remote control to operate a device, always inspect the immediate area to make certain that no people, animals or objects are within the pivoting or travel range of the device being operated. Also follow the safety instructions supplied with the hand-held transmitter.< The button on the inside mirror can be used to operate the device, for example the garage door, if the engine is running or the ignition is switched on. To do so, within the reception range of the device, press the button of the device until the function is triggered. The LED on the inside mirror remains lit during transmis- sion of the radio signal.
Deleting stored functions Simultaneously hold down the right and left buttons on the inside mirror for approx. 20 sec- onds until the LED on the inside mirror flashes rapidly. All stored functions are deleted. The functions cannot be deleted individually.
Digital compass
1 Adjustment button 2 Display The display shows you the main or secondary compass direction in which you are driving.
Operating principle You can call up various functions by pressing the adjustment button with a pointed object such as a pen or similar item. The following adjustment options are displayed one after the other, depending on how long you keep the adjustment button pressed: > Press briefly: switch display on/off > 3 to 6 seconds: set compass zone > 6 to 9 seconds: calibrate compass > 9 to 12 seconds: set left-hand/right-hand
steering
> 12 to 15 seconds: set the language
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Setting compass zones Set the compass zone corresponding to your vehicle's geographic location so that the com-
pass can function correctly; refer to the world map with compass zones.
To set the compass zone, press the adjustment button for approx. 3-4 seconds. The number of the compass zone set is shown in the display. To change the zone setting, briefly press the adjustment button repeatedly until the display shows the number of the compass zone corre- sponding to your current location. The compass is operational again after approx. 10 seconds.
Calibrating the digital compass The digital compass must be calibrated in the following situations: > An incorrect compass direction is shown. > The compass direction shown does not change although the direction of travel does.
> Not all compass directions are shown.
Procedure 1. Make sure that no large metal objects or overhead power lines are in the vicinity of your vehicle and that you have enough space to drive in a circle.
2. Set the currently valid compass zone. 3. Convertible: ensure that the retractable
hardtop is fully closed.
4. Press the adjustment button for approx. 6-7 seconds to call up C. Then drive in at least one full circle at a speed of no more than 4 mph/7 km/h. If calibration is successful, the display changes from C to a compass direction.
5. Convertible: open the retractable hardtop
fully and repeat step 4.
Setting right-hand/left-hand steering Your digital compass is factory-set to right- hand or left-hand steering, in accordance with your vehicle.
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Set the language You can set the language of the display: Press the adjustment button for approx. 12-13 seconds. Press the adjustment button again briefly to switch between English "E" and German "O". The setting is automatically saved after approx. 10 seconds.
Coupe: Roller sunblinds
Closing Fold the cover up.
Locking To lock the glove compartment, use the inte- grated key of the remote control, refer to page 30. Convertible: when you lock the vehicle from the outside, the glove compartment is locked as well.
USB interface for data transmission
Briefly press the button in the center console to raise or lower the roller sunblind.
Glove compartment
Opening
Pull the handle. The light in the glove compartment comes on. To prevent injury in the event of an acci- dent while the vehicle is being driven,
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Port for importing and exporting data on USB devices, e.g. music collections, refer to page 189. Observe the following when connecting: > Do not use force when plugging the con-
nector into the USB audio interface.
> Do not connect devices such as fans or
lamps to the USB audio interface.
> Do not connect USB hard discs. > Do not use the USB interface to recharge
external devices.
Center armrest
Storage compartment The center armrest between the front seats contains either a compartment or the cover for the snap-in adapter, depending on the equip- ment version.
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Do not place unsecured objects in them; otherwise, they could endanger the car's
occupants, e.g. in the event of braking or eva- sive maneuvers.<
Do not place non-slip pads, e.g. anti-slip mats, on the dashboard; the materials of
these pads may damage it.<
Storage compartments in the rear console Depending on your vehicle's equipment ver- sion, the following storage compartments can be found in the rear console:
Opening Press the button, see arrow.
Adjustments
Slide the center armrest on the driver's side into the desired position.
Connection for external audio device You can connect an external audio device such as a CD or MP3 player and play audio tracks over the vehicle speakers: > AUX-IN port, refer to page 194
> USB audio interface/extended connectivityof the music player in the mobile phone, refer to page 195.
Storage compartments inside the vehicle Depending on your vehicle's equipment, you will find compartments beside the steering column, in the front doors and in the center console. Nets are provided on the front-seat backrests.
> Storage tray > Storage compartment with cover > Cupholders
Coupe: clothes hooks
Press the upper edge to flip open.
Items of clothing hung from the hooks must not obstruct the driver's view. Do not hang heavy objects from the hooks; other- wise, they could endanger the car's occupants, e.g. in case of heavy braking or sudden swerv- ing.<
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Convertible: rear There are two additional cupholders in the rear console.
Cupholders
Use lightweight and shatterproof contain- ers and do not transport hot beverages; otherwise, there is an increased risk of injury in the event of the accident. Do not force contain- ers that are too large into the cupholders; other- wise, damage could result.<
Front
Press the button to open.
Before folding down the rear seat back- rest or using the transport bag, remove all containers from the cupholder and close it. Do not place objects into the cupholder and use force to close it. Do not use the cupholder as a grab handle.<
Ashtray
Opening
Push the ridge on the cover.
Opening Briefly press the center of the cover.
Closing Briefly press the cover in the center and push in the cupholder.
Coupe: rear There are two additional cupholders in the rear center armrest.
Press the front of the armrest.
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Emptying
Lift out the insert.
Lighter
With the engine running or the ignition switched on, press in the cigarette lighter. The lighter can be pulled out as soon as it pops back out.
Hold or touch the hot cigarette lighter by the knob only. Holding or touching it in
other areas could result in burns. When leaving the car, always remove the remote control so that children cannot operate the cigarette lighter and burn themselves.<
Connecting electrical appliances In your BMW, when the engine is running or the ignition is switched on, you can use electrical devices such as a hand lamp, car vacuum cleaner, etc. if at least one of the following sock- ets is available. The total load of all sockets should not exceed 140 watts at 12 volts. Avoid damaging the sockets by attempting to insert plugs of unsuitable shape or size.
Do not connect battery chargers to the sockets built into the vehicle at the plant;
doing so may damage the vehicle.<
Cigarette lighter socket To access the socket: take the cigarette lighter out of the socket.
Socket in the front passenger footwell A socket is located under the glove compart- ment on the left.
Socket in the center armrest External audio device, refer to page 127.
Coupe: socket in cargo area
Open the cap.
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Convertible: Cargo loading
Opening
Enlarging the cargo area
When the hardtop is closed you can enlarge the cargo area: To do so, push the cargo area partition upward. Before opening the hardtop, push the cargo area partition down until it engages on both sides.
Before moving the hardtop, ensure that there are no objects on or next to the cargo area partition; otherwise, parts of the hardtop may be damaged. Do not exceed the maximum loading height; refer to the sticker in the cargo area showing a line indicating the maximum height. Do not use force to push down the cargo area partition.<
The retractable hardtop can only be opened if the cargo area partition is in its
lowermost position and engaged on both sides.<
Folding down the rear seat backrest
Opening
1. To release the rear seat backrest, pull the
corresponding lever in the cargo area.
2. The unlocked rear seat backrest moves for- ward slightly. Fold the backrest forward by the head restraint.
Closing Return the rear seat backrest to its upright posi- tion and engage it.
When returning the backrest to its seating position, make sure that the seat's lock- ing mechanism engages properly. Otherwise, cargo could be thrown around in the event of sharp braking or swerving and endanger the occupants.< The lashing eyes in the cargo area provide you with a way to attach cargo area nets or draw straps for securing suitcases and luggage, refer to page 143.
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You can fold down the rear seat backrest to transport light objects in the rear without dam- aging the seats. Depending on the vehicle equipment, the mounting points for the cargo area net are found on the rear panel of the back- rest. To unlock the rear seat backrest: press the button on the driver's or the opposite side.
Closing Return the rear seat backrest to the upright seating position and engage it.
When returning the backrest to its seating position, make sure that the seat's lock- ing mechanism engages properly. Otherwise, cargo could be thrown around in the event of sharp braking or swerving and endanger the occupants.<
Bag holder
When the rear seat backrest is folded down, you will find two bag holders on the cargo area wall: 1. Fold open the holder by pressing the but-
ton.
2. Press the handles of the bag onto the
holder from above.
Only hang light shopping bags or other suitable objects from the holders; other-
wise, braking maneuvers and swerving, for example, may lead to a safety hazard due to objects flying about the passenger compart- ment. Only transport heavy luggage in the cargo area if it has been appropriately secured.< For more information on loading the vehicle, refer to page 141.
Storage compartment behind the rear seat backrest
A storage compartment is located behind the rear seat backrest. To access the storage com- partment: remove the insert or fold down the rear seat backrest.
When the rear seat backrest is folded down or the insert has been removed,
only transport small light objects in the storage compartment; otherwise, braking maneuvers and swerving, for example, may lead to a safety hazard due to objects flying about the passen- ger compartment. Only transport heavy lug- gage in the cargo area if it has been appropri- ately secured.<
Storage compartments inside the cargo area
Coupe Depending on your vehicle's equipment, the following storage spaces can be found in the cargo area: > Left storage compartment, e.g. for storing a box of cleaning tissues or up to 12 CD jack- ets, depending on vehicle equipment ver- sion
> Net for securing smaller objects, to be
attached to the mounts on the floor panel
> Hooks for hanging up, e.g., shopping bags
or tote bags
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Coupe: ski bag The ski bag is designed for safe, clean transport of up to 4 pairs of standard skis or up to 2 snowboards. With the ski bag you can stow skis with a length of up to 6.9 ft 10 in/2.10 m. When skis of 6.9 ft 10 in/2.10 m length are loaded, the overall capacity of the ski bag is reduced due to its tapered design.
