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Indicator and warning lamps
Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) and brake warning lamp The indicator lamps remain on: DSC/DTC have been switched off with the button or are faulty. Please consult the nearest BMW
center. Additional information beginning on page 86
325xi, 330xi: DSC and ADB-X system malfunction. There is no provision for deactivating ADB-X. Please consult the nearest BMW cen- ter. For additional information: refer to page 89DSC indicator and brake warn- ing lamps for Canadian models.
Dynamic Brake Control (DBC) Malfunction in DBC system. Conventional braking efficiency
is available and unrestricted. Have the system repaired at your BMW center as soon as possible. For additional information: refer to page 121
Dynamic Brake Control (DBC) warning lamp for Canadian models. Add washer fluid The washer fluid level is too low. Top off the fluid at the earliest
opportunity. For additional information: refer to page 132
CHECK GAS CAP* This indicator lamp comes on when the fuel filler cap is loose
or missing. Close the gas cap tightly: refer to page 24
SERVICE ENGINE SOON If the indicator lamp comes on either continuously or intermit- tently, this indicates a fault in the emis- sions-related electronic systems. Although the vehicle remains opera- tional, you should have the systems checked by your BMW center at the earliest possible opportunity. For additional information: refer to page 138
Service Engine Soon indicator lamp for Canadian models.
Engine electronics There is a fault in the electronic engine-management system.
You can continue to drive with reduced engine output or engine speed. Please have the system inspected by your BMW center.
Add coolant The coolant level is too low. Add coolant at the earliest opportu-
nity. For additional information: refer to page 134
Green: for your information
Turn signal indicator Flashes when the turn signals are on.
Rapid flashing indicates a system mal- function. For additional information: refer to page 76
Cruise control Lights up when the cruise con- trol is activated: ready for oper-
ation via the buttons in the steering wheel. For additional information: refer to page 78
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Front fog lamps Lights up whenever you switch on the fog lamps.
For additional information: refer to page 96
Blue: for your information
High beams Comes on when the high beams are on or the headlamp flasher
is actuated. For additional information: refer to pages 76, 95
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Buttons in steering wheel*
These buttons let you operate the fol- lowing functions quickly and without being distracted from traffic conditions:
Selected radio functions The cruise control Selected telephone functions The voice recognition system.
The controls are active only when the corresponding systems and
accessories are switched on.
CD Press briefly: jump to next track Extended pressure: search function in track
> Cassette
Press briefly: jump to next track or stop fast forward Extended pressure: fast forward
> Phone
Scan personal phone book.
Rewind: same functions as forward.
Press briefly: receive a phone call, ini- tiate dialing, terminate a call. Extended pressure: Switch voice recognition on and off.
Volume.
Switch between phone, radio, cassette and CD.
Forward: Radio Press briefly: next station in station memory Extended pressure: station search
Cruise control: select a stored setting.
Cruise control: store and accelerate + or decelerate and store –.
Cruise control: activate/interrupt/deac- tivate.
Hazard warning triangle*
First-aid kit*
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The hazard warning triangle is stored in a storage case on the left side of the luggage compartment.
Always observe all legal regula- tions requiring a warning triangle
to be carried in the vehicle.<
The first-aid kit is located under the passenger seat. To release: pull the handle and fold the cover down. To close: fold the cover up and press it until the tab engages.
Some of the articles in the first-aid kit have a limited period of use
before expiration. For this reason, check the expiration dates of each of the items regularly and replace any whose expiration dates have passed. You can purchase replacements in any drugstore or pharmacy. in any drug- store or pharmacy. Always observe all legal regulations requiring a first-aid kit to be carried in the vehicle.<
24 Refueling
Always observe all safety precau- tions posted at the service station
when handling fuel. Never carry spare fuel containers in your vehicle. Whether empty or full, these containers can leak, cause an explosion, or lead to fire in the event of a collision.<
Fuel filler door
Always switch off the engine before refueling, as it is not possi- ble to add fuel with the engine running, and attempts may also trigger the SERVICE ENGINE SOON lamp.<
Press on the rear edge of the fuel filler door to open and close it. If an electrical malfunction occurs, you can unlock the fuel filler door manually: Pull the knob with the fuel pump sym- bol, located on the right side wall of the luggage compartment.
Simple and environmentally friendly
Open the gas cap carefully to pre- vent fuel from spraying out. Fuel
spray may cause injury.<
Keep the gas cap in the bracket attached to the fuel filler door. When refueling, insert the filler nozzle completely into the filler pipe. Lifting the nozzle during refueling > results in premature pump shutoff > and will reduce the effectiveness of
the vapor recovery system on the pump.
The fuel tank is full when the filler noz- zle shuts off the first time.
Refueling
Fuel specifications
Tire inflation pressure
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Close the gas cap carefully after refueling until a click is heard.
While closing, be sure not to squeeze the strap which is fastened to the cap. A loose or missing cap will activate the CHECK GAS CAP* lamp.<
The engine uses lead-free gasoline only. Required fuel: > Premium Unleaded Gasoline,
min. 91 AKI. AKI = Anti Knock Index
Tank capacity > Approx. 16.6 gal./63 liters, of which > approx. 2.1 gal./8 liters are reserve
capacity.
Do not drive to the last drop of fuel. This can prevent the engine
from operating properly and result in damage.<
Never use leaded fuel, as it would cause permanent and irreversible damage to the oxygen sensor and the catalytic converter.<
Checking tire pressures Tire pressures in psi/kilopascal are shown on the driver's door post and are visible when the door is open. Only check the tire inflation pressures of cold tires. This means after driving a maximum of 1.25 miles/2 km or after the vehicle has been parked for at least 2 hours. Warm tires have higher infla- tion pressures. In the following tire inflation pressure table, all pressures are specified in the standard units of pressure, psi and kilo- pascal, and apply to cold tires, i.e. tires at ambient temperature.
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Tire inflation pressure
Vehicles with Flat Tire Monitor: After correcting the inflation pressures, reinitialize the system. Refer to page 92.
Your vehicle is equipped with tires that not only meet US standards, but also European standards. We recommend the exclusive use of BMW approved tires.
Check the tire pressures on a reg- ular basis – at least twice a
month – and before every extended journey. If this is not done, incorrect tire pressures can cause driving instability and tire damage, ultimately resulting in accidents. Remember to check the inflation pres- sure in the space-saver or standard spare tire. Inflate the spare tire to the highest infla- tion pressure specified for your vehi- cle.<
Comply with tire approval specifications The inflation pressures in the table apply to BMW approved tire sizes and tire manufacturers. Your BMW center can provide you with more information about these. Other pressures may be required for tires made by other manu- facturers.
Tire inflation pressure
BMW Tires
All pressure specifications in the table are indicated in psi/kilo- pascal with cold tires cold = ambient temperature
320i 205/55 R 16 91 H M+S, 205/55 R 16 91 H,
29/200
33/230
33/230
41/280
225/50 R 16 92 W, 225/45 R 17 91 W 225/45 ZR 17
245/40 ZR 17
205/50 R 17 93 V M+S extra load, 205/50 R 17 93 W extra load, 195/65 R 15 91 Q M+S, 205/60 R 15 91 Q M+S, 205/55 R 16 91 Q M+S, 225/50 R 16 92 Q M+S, 205/50 R 17 93 Q M+S extra load, 225/45 R 17 91 Q M+S 205/55 R 16 91 H M+S, 205/55 R 16 91 H, 225/50 R 16 92 W – not 325xi, 225/45 R 17 91 W 225/45 ZR 17
245/40 ZR 17
205/50 R 17 93 V M+S extra load, 205/50 R 17 93 W extra load, 205/55 R 16 91 Q M+S, 225/50 R 16 92 Q M+S – not 325xi, 205/50 R 17 93 Q M+S extra load, 225/45 R 17 91 Q M+S325i 325xi
29/200
–
32/220
–
33/230
36/25033/230
–
36/250
–
41/280
44/30030/210
35/240
35/240
42/290
30/210
–
33/230
–
35/240
38/26035/240
–
38/260
–
42/290
45/310330i 205/50 R 17 93 V M+S extra load, 205/50 R 17 93 W extra load,
32/220
38/260
39/270
46/320
205/50 R 17 93 Q M+S extra load, 225/45 R 17 91 Q M+S, 225/45 R 17 91 W 225/45 ZR 17
245/40 ZR 17
225/40 ZR 18
255/35 ZR 1832/220
–
32/220
–
–
38/260
–
38/260
39/270
–
39/270
–
–
46/320
–
46/320
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Tire inflation pressure
BMW Tires
All pressure specifications in the table are indicated in psi/kilo- pascal with cold tires cold = ambient temperature
330xi 225/45 R 17 91 W
225/45 ZR 17
245/40 ZR 17
205/50 R 17 93 V M+S extra load, 205/50 R 17 93 W extra load, 205/55 R 16 91 Q M+S, 205/50 R 17 93 Q M+S extra load Space-saver spare tireAll
30/210
30/210–
33/230
35/240
–
35/240
38/26035/240
35/240–
38/260
42/290
–
42/290
45/31061/420
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Overview
Controls and features
Operation, maintenance
Owner service procedures
Technical data
Index
Opening and closing Keys
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2 Spare key – for storage in a safe
place, such as in your wallet. This key is not intended for constant use. The luggage compartment lid and the glove compartment cannot be locked and unlocked with this key. This is useful for valet parking, for example
The key set 1 Master keys with remote control unit – these keys determine the functions of the Key Memory. Refer to page 64. You can mark the individual keys for subsequent identification by apply- ing the colored decals that you received when accepting delivery of your vehicle
In every master key there is an extended-life battery that is
charged automatically in the ignition lock as you drive. For this reason, if you have master keys that are not being used otherwise, use those keys at least once a year while driving for an extended period to charge the battery.<
Central locking system
The concept The central locking system is ready for operation whenever the driver's door is closed. The system simultaneously engages and releases the locks on the > doors > luggage compartment lid > fuel filler door. The central locking system can be operated > from outside via the remote control as well as via the driver's door lock
> from inside by pressing a button. The fuel filler door is not locked when the central locking system is activated from the inside, refer to page 37. When the system is actuated from the out- side, the anti-theft system is also acti- vated. This prevents the doors from being unlocked via the lock buttons or the release handle. The alarm system is also activated or deactivated. If locked from the inside, the central locking system unlocks automatically in the event of an accident, except on doors that have been locked individu- ally using the lock buttons, refer to page 39. In addition, the hazard warn- ing flashers and interior lamps come on.
Opening and closing – via the remote control
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The concept The remote control also provides two additional functions beyond the central locking feature: > To switch on interior lamps, refer to
page 34. With this function you can also search for your vehicle when parked in an underground garage, for instance
> To open the luggage compartment
lid, refer to page 34. The luggage compartment lid will open slightly, regardless of whether it was previously locked or unlocked. Whenever you unlock or lock the vehi- cle, you simultaneously deactivate/acti- vate the anti-theft system, disarm/arm the alarm system and switch the interior lamps on/off.
You can have a signal set to con- firm that the vehicle's locks have
engaged securely.<
Master keys with remote control
Persons or animals inside the vehicle may be able to lock the
doors from the inside. For this reason, always take the vehicle keys with you so that the vehicle can be opened again from the outside at any time.<
If it is no longer possible to lock the vehicle via the remote control, the battery is discharged. Use this key while driving for an extended period in order to recharge the battery. To prevent unauthorized use of the remote control, surrender only the spare key when leaving the vehicle for valet parking, for example. In the event of a system malfunction, please contact your BMW center. You can also obtain replacement keys there.<
1 Unlock, convenience opening mode,
and disarm alarm system
2 Lock and secure, arm alarm system,
activate interior lamps, disarm tilt alarm sensor and interior motion sen- sor
3 Open the luggage compartment lid,
panic mode – trigger alarm
To release
Press the button once to unlock the driver's door. Press the button a second time to dis- engage all vehicle locks.
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Opening and closing – via the remote control
Convenience opening mode
To open the luggage compartment lid
Press and hold button: to open the electric power windows and glass sun- roof.
To lock and secure
Press button.
To switch on the interior lamps
With the vehicle locked, press button.
To deactivate the tilt alarm* and interior motion sensors*
Press button a second time immedi- ately after locking. For additional information, refer to page 42.
Press button. The luggage compartment lid will open slightly, regardless of whether it was previously locked or unlocked.
If the luggage compartment lid was locked, it will be locked again
after it is reclosed. Before and after a trip, be sure that the luggage compartment lid has not been opened unintentionally.<
Panic mode – trigger alarm
Provided that the alarm system is armed, you can respond to imminent danger by holding down the button for more than 2 seconds. To switch off the alarm:
Press button.
External systems The remote control system's operation may be affected by other units or equipment operating in the immediate vicinity of your vehicle. If this should occur, you can still open and close the vehicle using the master key in either the door or luggage com- partment lid locks.
For US owners only The transmitter and receiver units com- ply with part 15 of the FCC Federal Communications Commission regula- tions. Operation is governed by the fol- lowing: FCC ID: > LX8EWS > LX8FZVS > LX8FZVE. Compliance statement: This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: > This device may not cause harmful
interference, and
> this device must accept any interfer- ence received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
Opening and closing – via the remote control
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Any unauthorized modifications to these devices could void the
user's authority to operate the equip- ment.<
36 Opening and closing – via the door lock
Whenever closing the windows or sliding/tilt sunroof you should
always monitor their path and progress to ensure that no one is injured. Release the key to stop the windows or sliding/tilt sunroof.<
Manual operation In the event of electrical malfunction Turn the key all the way to the left or right to unlock or lock the driver's door.
One turn of the key in the driver's door lock unlocks the driver's door only. Turning the key a second time unlocks all of the remaining doors, the luggage compartment lid and the fuel filler door.
You can have a signal set to con- firm that the vehicle's locks have
engaged securely.<
Convenience operation You can also operate the power win- dows and the glass sunroof via the door lock. > To open: with the door closed, hold
the key in the Unlock position
> To close: with the door closed, hold
the key in the Lock position.
Opening and closing – from the inside
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To unlock and open the doors 1. Press the button for the central lock-
ing system
2. Pull the release handle above the
armrest on the door you wish to open
or pull the release handle for any door twice: to unlock and open the door.
To lock > Either use the central locking button
to lock all doors at once or
> press down the individual door lock buttons. The fuel filler door remains unlocked. To prevent the driver from being inadvertently locked out of the vehicle, the driver's door lock button will not engage as long as the door is open.
Persons or animals inside the vehicle may be able to lock the
doors from the inside. For this reason, always take the vehicle keys with you so that you can open the vehicle again from the outside at any time.<
You can use this button to control the central locking system whenever the doors are closed. The doors and lug- gage compartment lid are unlocked or locked only. The anti-theft system is not activated.
If only the driver's door was unlocked from the outside and you press the button, then, with the driver's door still open, the passenger- side door, the luggage compartment lid and the fuel filler door will unlock, too. If the driver's door is closed, it will be locked.<
If you desire, the central locking system can be activated automati- cally as soon as you begin to drive. This can be adjusted to be key-specific.<
38 Luggage compartment lid
The lock Only the master keys fit in the lock for the luggage compartment lid, refer to page 32.
To secure separately Turn the master key to the right past the resistance point and then pull it out in the horizontal position. This locks the luggage compartment lid and disconnects it from the central locking system. This feature can be used to prevent unauthorized access to the luggage compartment when you surrender the spare key only, refer to page 32. This can be advantageous for valet parking, for example.
To open from the outside Press the button in the handle recess: the luggage compartment lid opens slightly. The luggage compartment is lit when the luggage compartment lid is opened.
Manual operation In the event of electrical malfunction Turn the master key all the way to the left – the luggage compartment lid will open slightly. The luggage compartment lid is locked again as soon as you close the lid. To open from the inside, refer to the fol- lowing section.
Luggage compartment lid
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Should it be absolutely necessary to operate the vehicle with the luggage compartment lid open: 1. Close all windows and the glass sun-
roof
2. Greatly increase the quantity of air coming from the air conditioning or automatic climate control system, refer to page 98 or 102.
To open from the inside* If the luggage compartment lid has not been locked separately, you can open it with this button in the footwell on the driver's side when the vehicle is sta- tionary.
To close The handle recesses in the interior trim panel of the luggage compartment lid make it easier to pull the lid down.
To avoid injuries, be sure that the travel path of the luggage com-
partment lid is clear when it is closed, following the same precautions as with all closing procedures.<
Operate the vehicle only when the luggage compartment lid is
closed. Otherwise, exhaust fumes could penetrate the interior of the vehi- cle.<
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Luggage compartment lid
Luggage compartment
Emergency release This lever releases the luggage com- partment lid from the luggage compart- ment's interior.
Floor panel Lift the floor panel with the ring, then use the tab to suspend it from the weather-stripping on the drip rail.
Luggage compartment
Alarm system*
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Floor mat You can turn the floor mat over to trans- port soiled objects, etc. The rubber- coated side is suitable for washing and is also designed to inhibit sliding. The fittings at the corners of the lug- gage compartment provide you with a convenient means of attaching luggage compartment nets* and flexible straps for securing luggage. Refer also to Cargo loading on page 114.
You can have different acknowl- edgment signals set to confirm
arming and disarming.<
You can also open the luggage com- partment lid when the system is armed by pressing the remote control button, refer to page 34. The lid is once again secured when it is closed. Extended pressure on the button sets off the alarm – Panic mode, refer to page 34.
The concept The vehicle alarm system responds: > When a door, the hood or the lug-
gage compartment lid is opened
> To movement inside the vehicle –
interior motion sensor
> To variations in the vehicle's tilt angle
such as those occurring during attempts to steal the wheels or tow the vehicle – tilt alarm sensor
> To interruption of battery voltage. The system responds to unauthorized vehicle entry and attempted theft by simultaneously activating the following: > The acoustic alarm sounds for
30 seconds
> The hazard warning flashers are acti-
vated for approx. five minutes
> The high beams flash on and off in
rhythm with the hazard warning flash- ers.
To arm and disarm the alarm system When the vehicle is locked or unlocked via the driver's door lock or with the remote control, the alarm system is also simultaneously armed or disarmed.
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Alarm system*
Indicator lamp displays > The indicator lamp below the interior rearview mirror flashes continuously: the system is armed
> The indicator lamp flashes during
arming: a door, the hood or luggage compartment lid is not completely closed. Even if you do not close the alerted area(s), the remaining areas are secured, and the indicator lamp will flash continuously after 10 seconds. However, the interior motion sensor is not activated
> If the indicator lamp goes out when
the system is disarmed: no manipula- tion or attempted intrusions have been detected in the period since the system was armed
> If the indicator lamp flashes for
10 seconds when the system is dis-
Interior motion sensor In order for the interior motion sensor to function properly, the windows and the glass sunroof must be completely closed. Nevertheless, you should deactivate the interior motion sensor, refer to Avoiding unintentional alarms, if > persons or animals are left in the
vehicle
> the windows or the glass sunroof are
being left open.
The system deactivates the tilt- alarm sensor and the interior
motion sensor if the convenience clos- ing of windows is interrupted in the first 10 seconds and then restarted. The alarm must then be disarmed and reac- tivated before it will resume opera- tion.<
armed: an attempted entry has been detected in the period since the sys- tem was armed.
Following triggering of an alarm, the indicator lamp will flash continuously.
Avoiding unintentional alarms The tilt alarm sensor and interior motion sensor may be switched off at the same time. You can do this to prevent a false alarm from being triggered in garages with elevator ramps, for instance, or when the vehicle is transported by train:
Lock the vehicle twice, i.e. arm the sys- tem. Press button on the remote control twice in succession or lock the vehicle twice with the key. The indicator lamp lights up briefly and then flashes continuously. The tilt alarm sensor and interior motion sensor are deactivated for as long as the system remains armed.
You can have the tilt alarm sensor and the interior motion sensor
permanently deactivated.<
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Despite this safety feature, be extremely careful to ensure that the closing path of the window is not obstructed. Some types of objects might fail to trigger the contact strip in some situations – very thin objects, for instance. You can override this safety feature by pressing the switch beyond the resis- tance point and holding it.<
> Press the switch briefly past the pres-
sure point: the window moves auto- matically. Pressing the switch again stops the opening cycle.
You can close the windows in the same manner by pulling the switch. Separate switches are located under the windows in the rear passenger area. For convenience operation via the remote control or the door lock, refer to page 34 or 36.
Safety feature A contact strip is located on the inside upper frame of each of the front win- dows. If pressure is exerted against this contact strip while a window is being raised, the system will respond by stop- ping the window and then retracting it a small distance.
Electric power windows
To open and close windows
When leaving the vehicle, always remove the ignition key from the lock and remember to close the doors to prevent children from operating the power windows and injuring them- selves, etc.<
After the ignition has been switched off: You can still operate the electric power windows for up to 15 minutes, as long as no one opens either of the front doors. With the ignition key in position 1 or higher: > Press the switch until you feel resis-
tance: the window retracts as long as you maintain pressure on the switch
Glass sunroof, electric*
To prevent injuries, exercise care when closing the glass sunroof
and keep it in your field of vision until it is shut. When leaving the vehicle, always extract the ignition key from the lock and remember to close the doors to prevent children from operating the sunroof and injuring themselves, etc.<
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Electric power windows
Safety switch With the safety switch, you can prevent the rear windows from being opened or closed via the switch in the rear pas- senger area – by children, for example.
Press the safety switch whenever children are riding in the rear of
the vehicle. Careless use of the power windows can lead to injury.<
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> when it is closing from a point
roughly past the middle of its travel
the closing cycle is interrupted and the glass sunroof will open again slightly.
Despite this safety feature, be extremely careful that the travel path of the sunroof is not obstructed whenever it is closed. Remember that the safety mechanism may not be able to detect obstructions under all circum- stances – with very thin objects, for instance. You can disable this safety feature by pressing the switch beyond the pres- sure point and holding it.<
Glass sunroof, electric*
Opening and closing With the ignition key in position 1 or higher > Slide the switch until you feel resis-
tance: the sunroof opens and closes as long as you hold the switch
> Slide the switch past the pressure point: the sunroof moves automati- cally. Tapping the switch again stops the motion immediately.
The headliner insert retracts with the sunroof while it is opening. After the ignition has been switched off: you can still operate the sunroof for up to 15 minutes, as long as no one opens either of the front doors.
For convenience operation via the remote control or the door lock, refer to page 34 or 36.
Raising the glass sunroof With the ignition key in position 1 or higher: tap the switch. Tapping the switch again stops the motion immediately. If you briefly press the switch in the raise direction while the sunroof is open, the sunroof will rise to its upper- most position. After the ignition has been switched off: you can still operate the sunroof for up to 15 minutes, as long as no one opens either of the front doors. The headliner insert slides back some- what when you raise the sunroof.
Do not use force to close the headliner insert with the sunroof in
its raised position, as damage to the mechanism could result.<
Safety feature If the glass sunroof encounters resis- tance > when it is closing from the raised
position
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Glass sunroof, electric*
Manual operation In the event of an electrical malfunction, you can also operate the glass sunroof manually 1. Remove the interior lamp, then reach into the exposed opening and press out the cover
2. Use the Allen key from the onboard tool kit, refer to page 142, to turn the glass sunroof in the desired direc- tion.
For airbag locations and additional information on airbags, refer to page 57.
Sitting safely with safety belts Your vehicle offers five sitting positions, each of which is provided with a safety belt.
To adjust Safe seating position
For driving that is relaxed and less likely to cause fatigue, you should select a sitting position that reflects your per- sonal requirements. In combination with the safety belts and airbags, the correct seating position also plays an important role in enhancing occupant safety in the event of an accident. To ensure that the vehicle's safety systems provide you with optimal protection, we request that you direct your careful attention to the following section. For supplementary information on transporting children, refer to page 60.
Sitting safely with airbags
Always maintain an adequate dis- tance between yourself and the
airbags. Always hold the steering wheel by the rim to keep any chance of injury to hands or arms to an absolute mini- mum should the airbag be deployed. Never allow any objects, individuals or animals to obstruct the areas between passengers and airbags. Never use the front airbag's cover as a storage tray or support for objects of any kind. Never allow front passengers to rest their feet or legs on the airbag cover.<
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Never allow more than one person to wear a single safety belt. Never allow infants or small children to ride in a passenger's lap. Avoid twisting the belt while routing it firmly across the hips and shoulder, wear it as snugly against your body as possible. Do not allow the belt to rest against hard or fragile objects. Do not route the belt across your neck, or run it across sharp edges. Be sure that the belt does not become caught or jammed. Avoid wearing bulky clothing and pull on the lap belt periodically to retension it over your shoulders. In the event of a frontal impact, a loose lap belt could slide over your hips, leading to abdominal injury. In addition, the safety belt's restraint effectiveness is reduced if it is worn loosely. Expectant mothers should always wear their safety belts, taking care to position the lap belt against the lower hips, where it will not exert pres- sure against the abdominal area.<
For information on using the safety belts, refer to page 51.
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Manual seat adjustment
When adjusting your seat, always observe the following precautions Never try to adjust your seat while operating the vehicle. The seat
could respond with unexpected move- ment, and the ensuing loss of vehicle control could lead to an accident. Never ride with the backrest reclined to an extreme angle. This is especially impor- tant for the front passenger to remem- ber. If you do so, there is a risk that you will slide under the safety belt in an accident, thus reducing the protection provided by the safety belt.<
Seat adjustment > Manual seat adjustment, refer to
page 48
> Power seat adjustment, refer to
page 50
> Head restraint, refer to page 51.
3 Backrest angle
Pull the lever and apply weight to or remove weight from the backrest as required
Seat adjustment 1 Backward/Forward adjustment
Pull the lever and slide the seat to the desired position. After you release the lever, move the seat forward or backward slightly so that it engages fully
2 Height
Pull the lever and apply weight to or remove weight from the seat as required
Manual seat adjustment
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BMW sports seat* adjustment You can also adjust the tilt angle and the thigh support: 1 To tilt up:
Pull the lever up repeatedly, continu- ing until the seat reaches the desired tilt angle
2 To tilt down:
Push the lever down repeatedly, con- tinuing until the seat reaches the desired tilt angle
3 Thigh support:
Pull the lever and adjust the position of the thigh support for your personal comfort
50 Power seat adjustment*
Lumbar support*
Seat adjustment 1 Tilt angle 2 Backward/Forward adjustment 3 Height 4 Backrest angle The head restraint is adjusted manually, refer to page 51. With the BMW sports seat you can also adjust the thigh support, refer to page 49.
Please refer to the adjustment instructions on page 48 to reduce
the risk of personal injury.<
To adjust You can adjust the backrest's contour for additional support in the curvature of your spine's lumbar region. The upper hips and spinal column receive supplementary support to help you maintain a relaxed, upright posture. > Press front/rear of switch:
increase/decrease curvature
> Press the upper/lower end of the
switch: increase the upper/lower cur- vature.
Head restraints
Safety belts
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2. Press button – see arrow 1 – and
remove the head restraint.
Installation – front Slide the head restraint into the sock- ets.
Always wear your safety belt Always fasten your safety belt before starting off. As supplemental restraint devices, the airbags are designed to enhance the effectiveness of the safety belts, and not to replace them.
To close Make sure you hear the catch engage in the belt buckle.
To release 1. Press red button in the belt buckle 2. Hold end of the belt 3. Guide belt back into the inertia reel.
To adjust Height: pull the head restraint up or push it down.
Press button to retract to the lowest position – see arrow 1.<
Adjust the angle of the front head restraints by tilting them manually.
You can reduce the risk of spinal injury and whiplash by adjusting
the head restraint to a height at which it is centered roughly at ear level.<
Removal – front 1. Pull up the head restraint, continuing
until it is at maximum extension
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Safety belts
The rear belt buckle with the word CENTER is intended exclusively
for the passenger sitting in the mid- dle.<
Adjusting safety belt height Use the height adjustment mechanism to adapt the shoulder strap to the ideal level for your own body: > Slide the button up or down. Please refer to the seat adjustment instructions on page 47.
If the safety belt system has been subjected to the stresses involved
in an accident or otherwise damaged: have the entire safety belt mechanism replaced by your BMW center, includ- ing the safety belt tensioner. In addi- tion, have your BMW center inspect the
