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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 safety belt anchors. If a child-restraint system was in the vehicle during an accident, consult the manufacturer's instructions regarding replacement.<
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Before activating the programmed adjustment feature, ensure that
the footwell behind the driver's seat is empty and unobstructed. If you fail to do so, persons, animals or objects could be injured or damaged if the seat should move backward.<
Seat and mirror memory*
You can store and recall three different driver's seat and exterior mirror posi- tions.
Memory will not retain the adjust- ment made to the lumbar sup-
port.<
To store 1. Ignition key position 1 or 2
2. Adjust your seat and exterior mirrorsto the desired position
3. Press the MEMORY button: the indica-
tor lamp in the button lights up
4. Press memory button 1, 2 or 3, as
desired: indicator lamp goes out.
To select a stored setting
Do not select a memory position while the vehicle is moving. If you
do so, there is a risk of accident from unexpected seat movement.<
Ignition key in position 1: > Briefly press memory button 1, 2 or 3,
as desired. Movement stops immediately when one of the seat-adjustment or mem- ory buttons is activated during the adjustment process.
The driver's door is closed and the igni- tion key is either removed or in position 0 or 2: > Maintain pressure on the desired
memory button – 1, 2 or 3 – until the adjustment process is completed. If you press the MEMORY button acci- dentally: press the button again; the indicator lamp goes out.
Your BMW center can adjust your vehicle's systems in such a man- ner that your personalized settings are automatically set for the seat and exte- rior mirror positions when you unlock the vehicle with your personal remote control.<
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Seat and mirror memory*
Seat heating*
Passenger-side exterior mirror tilt function Automatic curb monitor* 1. Move mirror selector switch 1 to the
driver's mirror position
2. When shifting into Reverse or placing
the selector lever in position R, the passenger-side mirror tilts down- ward to help the driver monitor the area directly adjacent to the vehicle during parking – curbs, etc.
How far the passenger mirror tilts can be set individually for each
ignition key.<
You can deactivate this automatic fea- ture by setting the mirror selection switch to the passenger side position.
The seat cushion and backrest can be heated with the ignition key in position 2. You can select different heating modes by repeatedly pressing the buttons. You can also switch the higher heating modes off directly: Press the button and hold it slightly longer.
Steering wheel
Mirrors
To adjust
Never attempt to adjust the steer- ing wheel while driving the vehicle
– it could respond with unexpected movement, posing a potential accident hazard.<
1. Push the locking lever downward 2. Adjust steering column reach and
height for your selected seating posi- tion
3. Pull the lever back up to clamp the steering wheel in the new position.
To adjust exterior mirrors 1 Mirror switch for 4-way adjustment 2 Selection switch for changing
between mirrors
To adjust manually The mirrors can also be adjusted manu- ally: Press against the edges of the lens. For storing mirror settings, refer to Seat and mirror memory on page 53.
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The mirror on the passenger's side is convex. When estimating
the distance between yourself and other traffic, bear in mind that the objects reflected in the mirror are closer than they appear. This means that esti- mates of the distance to following traffic should not be regarded as precise.<
Electric defrosting* Both mirrors are automatically heated when you turn the ignition key to position 2.
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Mirrors
rear of the mirror. Refrain from attach- ing stickers or other objects to the windshield in the area immediately behind the rearview mirror.
Interior rearview mirror To reduce glare from vehicles behind you when you are driving at night, tilt the lens by turning the button. Vehicles without alarm system: Tilt the small lever forward.
Interior rearview mirror with automatic dimming feature* This mirror automatically responds to ambient light and headlamp glare from following vehicles by dimming through an infinitely variable range and auto- matically reverts to its clear, undimmed setting whenever you shift into Reverse or move the selector lever into position R. To ensure that the mirror continues to operate efficiently, ensure that the pho- tocells remain clear and unobstructed. One photocell is integrated in the mir- ror's lens – see arrow – while the other is located at an offset position on the
Passenger safety systems Airbags
1 Front airbags on the driver and pas-
senger sides
2 Head airbags for driver and front pas-
senger
3 Side airbags on the driver and pas-
senger sides – front and rear*
Protective effect The front airbags supplement the three- point safety belts by providing addi- tional protection in the event of a severe frontal collision in which the pro- tection afforded by the belts alone may no longer be sufficient. The head and side airbags help provide protection in the event of a collision from the side. The respective side airbag helps sup- port the seat occupant's upper body.
For information on the correct sitting posture, refer to page 47.
The side airbags in the rear pas- senger area* of your vehicle may
already have been deactivated by a BMW center. You may have them acti- vated if you desire to do so. Please contact your BMW center for additional information.<
The airbags do not deploy in response to minor collisions, rear
impacts and certain kinds of vehicle rollover.<
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Do not apply adhesive materials to the cover panels of the airbags,
cover them or modify them in any other way. Do not remove the airbag restraint system. In the event of a malfunction, deactivation or triggered activation – as a response to an accident – of the air- bag restraint system, consult your BMW center for inspection, repairs or disas- sembly. Do not modify or tamper with either the wiring or the individual com- ponents in the airbag system. These include the upholstered covers on the steering wheel, the instrument panel, side panels on doors and the roof struts as well as down the sides of the roof liners. Also, do not attempt to remove the steering wheel. Unprofessional attempts to service the system could lead to failure in an emergency or undesired airbag activation, either of which could result in personal injury. Do not touch the individual components immediately after the system has been activated, as this could result in per- sonal injury.<
or wish to have the airbags activated or deactivated, please contact your BMW center.<
Even when all these guidelines are fol- lowed, there is still a small residual risk of injuries to the face, hands and arms occurring from airbag deployment in isolated instances. In sensitive individuals, the ignition and inflation noise may induce a mild hear- ing loss that is temporary in most cases. Corresponding airbag warning labels are found on both sun visors.
This is the right way a child should sit in a child-restraint when rear side airbags are provided.
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Airbags
All vehicle occupants should always sit upright and be properly
restrained – infants and small children in appropriate child-restraint systems; larger children and adults using the safety belts. Never let an occupant's head rest near or on a side airbag because the inflating airbag could cause a serious or fatal injury. Please note that the word Airbag imprinted on the door trim panel indicates the air- bag's location. Accident research shows that the saf- est place for children in an automobile is in the rear seat. However, a child sit- ting in the rear seat and not properly restrained could place his or her head on or near the airbag, if so equipped. For example, a child — even though belted in — may fall asleep with his or her head against the side airbag. It may be difficult for a driver to ensure that children in the rear seat will remain properly positioned at all times and not place their heads on or near the side airbag. Therefore, we recommend that the rear seat side airbags, if installed in the vehicle, be deactivated if children will travel in the rear seat. The rear seat side airbags may already have been deactivated by a BMW cen- ter. If you are uncertain of their status,
Airbags
If there is a system malfunction, there is a risk that the airbags will not be trig- gered within their normal response range, even if the level of impact would normally have triggered them. Have your BMW center inspect the air- bag system immediately.
This is the right way a larger child should sit wearing the seat belt when rear side airbags are provided.
Indicator lamp
The indicator lamp indicates the operational status of the airbag
