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Headlight lenses In cool or humid weather, condensation may form on the interior of outside lamps. When the light is switched on, the condensation will dis- appear after a short time. The headlight lenses do not need to be replaced. At high humidities, e.g. water droplets may form in the lights; have these checked by your BMW center.,
Xenon lamps* These bulbs have a very long service life and are highly unlikely to fail. If a xenon lamp fails never- theless, switch on the fog lamps and continue the journey with great care, provided that local legislation does not prohibit this.
Have any work on the xenon lamp system, including bulb replacements, performed only by a BMW center or a workshop that works according to BMW repair procedures with cor- respondingly trained personnel. Otherwise, if such work is carried out improperly, the high voltage in the system presents the danger of fatal injuries.<
Replacing parking lamps, roadside parking lamps, and daytime running lights H8 bulb, 35 watts 1. Switch off the lamps and take the remote
control out of the ignition lock.
2. Turn the cover to the left, see arrow,
and remove it.
Lamps and bulbs Lamps and bulbs make an essential contribu- tion to vehicle safety. They should, therefore, be handled carefully. BMW recommends hav- ing your BMW center perform any work that you do not feel competent to perform yourself or that is not described here.
Never touch the glass of new bulbs with your bare fingers, as even minute
amounts of contamination will burn into the bulb's surface and reduce its service life. Use a clean tissue, cloth or something similar, or hold the bulb by its base.< You can obtain a selection of replacement bulbs at your BMW center.
Only change bulbs while they are cool to the touch; otherwise, you could suffer
burns.<
When working on electrical systems, always begin by switching off the con- sumer in question; otherwise, short-circuits could result. To avoid possible injury or equip- ment damage when replacing bulbs, observe any instructions provided by the bulb manufac- turer.< For care of the headlamps, please follow the instructions in the chapter entitled 'Care'.
If the routine for changing a particular bulb is not described here, please contact
your BMW center or a workshop that works according to BMW repair procedures with cor- respondingly trained personnel.<
Light-emitting diodes LED Light-emitting diodes installed behind translu- cent lenses serve as the light source for many of the controls, displays, and equipment in your vehicle. These light-emitting diodes, which operate using a concept similar to that applied in conventional lasers, are officially designated as Class 1 light-emitting diodes.
Do not remove the covers or expose the eyes directly to the unfiltered light source
for several hours; otherwise, this could cause irritation of the retina.<
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3. Turn the bulb approx. 90°, see arrow,
3. Release the wire bracket from the anchor,
and take it out.
see arrow, and fold it up.
4. Disconnect the plug, change the bulb and
4. Disconnect the plug, change the bulb and
reconnect the plug. Insert the bulb and turn it until it stops.
5. 6. Reattach the cover.
Replacing the corner-illuminating lamp* H3 bulb, 55 watts 1. Switch off the lamps and take the remote
control out of the ignition lock.
2. Remove the upper cover from the head-
lamp. To do so, pull the rubber seal up and off and unscrew the cover using the screw- driver from the onboard vehicle tool kit, see arrow.
reconnect the plug. Insert the bulb.
5. 6. Fold the wire bracket down and engage it. 7. Reattach the cover.
Be careful when installing the cover; oth- erwise, leaks could occur and cause dam-
age to the headlamp system.<
Halogen lamps H7 bulb, 55 watts
Always wear gloves and eye protection; the atmosphere within the H7 bulb is
pressurized. Otherwise, there is a risk of injury if the bulb is damaged.< There are separate headlamp covers for low- beam headlamps and high-beam headlamps.
Be careful when installing the covers; oth- erwise, leaks could occur and cause dam-
age to the headlamp system.<
For checking and adjusting headlamp aim, please contact your BMW center.<
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Access to the lamps The high-beam headlamp can be accessed from the engine compartment, whereas the low-beam headlamp is accessed through a flap in the wheel well.
Changing low-beam and high-beam bulbs 1. Remove the relevant cover for the head-
lamp.
2. Disconnect the plug from the lamp. 3. Push the wire bracket to the side out of the
mounting, arrow 1, and fold it down, arrow 2.
1 Cover for high-beam headlamp 2 Cover for low-beam headlamp 3 Turn signal bulb socket To remove the covers: 1. Fold the respective wire bracket to the side,
see arrows.
2. Flip open the cover and take it out of the
guide.
Follow the same steps in reverse order to reat- tach the covers.
Access through the wheel well Only for low-beam headlamps and turn signals: 1. Turn the wheel inwards. 2. Open the flap in the wheel well. To do so,
turn the fastener counterclockwise using a coin, for example.
4. Remove the bulb. 5.
Insert new bulb as shown in the detail of the illustration above.
6. Fold up the wire bracket and engage it. 7. Connect the plug. 8. Reattach the cover.
Parking lamps, roadside parking lamps W5W bulb, 5 watts 1. Remove the cover for the high-beam head-
lamp.
2. Pull out the bulb socket, see arrow.
3. Remove and replace the bulb. 4. Insert bulb socket. 5. Reattach the cover.
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Turn signals, front PY24W bulb, 24 watts 1. Open the flap in the wheel well, refer to
Access through the wheel well on page 240.
Tail lamps
Sedan > Brake lamp in the trunk lid:
H21W bulb, 21 watts
> Backup lamp:
W16W bulb, 16 watts
> Other lamps:
P21W bulb, 21 watts
The tail lamps are divided in two parts. One part is in the trunk lid, the other is in the fender.
2. Rotate turn signal bulb socket 1 to the left
and remove.
3. Apply gentle pressure to the bulb while
turning it to the right for removal and replacement. Insert turn signal bulb socket 1. 4. 5. Attach the flap to the wheel well.
Side turn signals W5W bulb, 5 watts 1. Press the front edge of the lamp toward the rear with your fingertip, arrow 1 and pivot it out, arrow 2.
2. While simultaneously lifting the retaining
tab, rotate bulb holder to the left and remove.
3. Remove lamp and replace it. To install, insert rear end of the lamp and press into place at the front.
1 Brake lamp 2 Roadside parking lamp/tail lamp, LED 3 Turn signal, LED 4 Backup lamp 5 Tail lamp, LED 6 Brake lamp If one of the bulbs 2, 3 or 5 malfunctions, please contact your BMW center or a workshop that works according to BMW repair procedures with correspondingly trained personnel.
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Sports Wagon > Brake lamp in the tailgate:
H21W bulb, 21 watts
> Backup lamp:
W16W bulb, 16 watts
> Other lamps:
P21W bulb, 21 watts
The tail lamps are divided in two parts. One part is in the tailgate, the other is in the fender.
Fender-mounted lamps
Sedan 1. Using a screwdriver, pry off the cover in the cargo area or release the turn-lock fastener by turning it counterclockwise and remove the cover.
2. Loosen the bulb holder at the clip, see
arrow, and pull out.
1 Brake lamp 2 Roadside parking lamp/tail lamp, LED 3 Turn signal, LED 4 Backup lamp 5 Tail lamp, LED 6 Brake lamp If one of the bulbs 2, 3 or 5 malfunctions, please contact your BMW center or a workshop that works according to BMW repair procedures with correspondingly trained personnel.
3. Apply gentle pressure to the bulb while
turning it to the left for removal and replace- ment.
4. Re-engage the bulb holder so that it audibly
clicks into place.
5. Reattach the cover in the cargo area.
Sports Wagon 1. Left-hand lamps:
Open the flap on the left-hand side of the cargo area. Right-hand lamps: Open the cargo area floor panel. Turn the screws on the cover, arrows 1, 90° and take out the cover, arrow 2.
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2. Loosen the bulb holder at the clip, see
6. Reattach the trim of the trunk lid and the
arrow, and pull out.
holder for the warning triangle.
Sports Wagon 1. Use a screwdriver to press out the cover at the clips, see arrows, and fold it downward.
3. Apply gentle pressure to the bulb while
turning it to the left for removal and replace- ment.
4. Re-engage the bulb holder so that it audibly
clicks into place.
5. Reattach the cover in the cargo area.
Lamps in the trunk lid/tailgate
Sedan
2. Fold away the foam insulating material. 3. Release the bulb holder at the clip, see
arrow, and remove.
1. Take the warning triangle out of its holder, refer to page 247. Unscrew the holder using the screwdriver from the onboard vehicle tool kit.
2. Pry out the plastic plugs in the trim of the
trunk lid using a screwdriver and remove the trim.
3. Release the bulb holder at the clip, see
arrow, and remove.
4. Apply gentle pressure to the bulb while
turning it to the left for removal and replace- ment.
5. Re-engage the bulb holder so that it audibly
clicks into place.
4. Apply gentle pressure to the bulb while
turning it to the left for removal and replace- ment.
5. Re-engage the bulb holder so that it audibly
clicks into place.
6. Reattach the trim of the tailgate.
License plate lamp, center brake lamp, parking/tail lamp and turn signal* These lamps use LED technology for operation. In the event of a malfunction, please contact your BMW center or a workshop that works according to BMW repair procedures with cor- respondingly trained personnel.
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Changing wheels Your BMW is equipped with run-flat tires as standard. This eliminates the need to change a wheel immediately in the event of a puncture. For information on continuing to drive with a damaged tire, refer to Indication of a flat tire on page 89. The symbol identifying run-flat tires is a circle with the letters RSC on the sidewall, refer to Run-flat tires, page 223. When mounting new tires or changing over from summer to winter tires and vice versa, mount run-flat tires for your own safety. In the event of a flat, no spare wheel is available. Your BMW center will be glad to advise you. Refer also to New wheels and tires, page 223.
The tools for changing wheels are avail- able as optional accessories from your
BMW center.<
Jack mounting points
The jacking points are at the positions shown in the illustration.
Vehicle battery
Battery care The battery is 100% maintenance-free, the electrolyte will last for the life of the battery when the vehicle is operated in a temperate cli- mate. Your BMW center will be glad to advise in all matters concerning the battery.
Battery replacing
Only use vehicle batteries that have been approved for your vehicle by the manu- facturer; otherwise, the vehicle could be dam- aged and systems or functions may not be fully available.< After a battery replacement, have the battery registered on the vehicle by your service center to ensure that all comfort functions are fully available.
Charging the battery Only charge the battery in the vehicle via the terminals in the engine compartment with the engine off. Connections, refer to Jump-starting on page 247.
Disposal
Have old batteries disposed of by your BMW center or bring them to a recycling center. Maintain the battery in an upright posi- tion for transport and storage. Always secure the battery against tipping over during trans- port.<
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Fuses
Never attempt to repair a blown fuse and do not replace a defective fuse with a sub- stitute of another color or amperage rating; oth- erwise, this could lead to a circuit overload, ulti- mately resulting in a fire in the vehicle.<
Open the cover in the glove compartment and remove it. Plastic tweezers are located on the distributor box. See the rear of the cover for information on fuse assignment. Spare fuses are available from your BMW cen- ter.
Power failure After a temporary power loss, the functioning of some equipment may be limited and require reinitialization. Individual settings may likewise have been lost and will have to be programmed: > Time and date
These values must be updated, refer to page 79.
> Radio
In some cases, stations may have to be stored again, refer to page 154.
> Navigation system
Operability must be waited for, refer to page 130. > Glass roof
It may happen that the roof can only be raised. The system must be initialized. Please contact your BMW center.
> Panorama glass roof
It may happen that the roof can only be raised. The system must be initialized. Please contact your BMW center.
> Seat and mirror memory
The positions must be stored again, refer to page 46.
> Inside rearview mirror with digital compass
The system must be calibrated, refer to page 110.
> Active steering
The system automatically initializes itself briefly during a trip. The system is deacti- vated during this time, refer to page 92.
> xDrive
The system automatically initializes itself during a trip. Indicator lamps light up during this time. If the lamps do not go out during the current trip, have the system checked.
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Giving and receiving assistance
Once the BMW Assist Response Center has received your Emergency Request, the BMW Assist Response Center contacts you and takes further steps to help you. Even if you are unable to respond, the BMW Assist Response Center will be able to initiate further steps to assist you under certain conditions. If the circumstances allow this, remain in the vehicle until the connection has been estab- lished. You will then be able to provide a detailed description of the situation. Data for determining the necessary rescue measures are transmitted to the BMW Assist Response Center, e.g. the current position of your vehicle, if it can be determined. If the LED is flashing but the BMW Assist Response Center cannot be heard over the hands-free system, it is possible that the hands-free system is malfunctioning. You may still be heard by the BMW Assist Response Center, however. Under certain conditions, an Emergency Request is sent automatically immediately after a severe accident. This Automatic Collision Notification is not affected by the button being pressed.
For technical reasons, the Emergency Request service cannot be guaranteed
for the most unfavorable conditions.<
Roadside Assistance BMW Roadside Assistance is available by phone around the clock in many countries. You can obtain support there in the event of a break- down. Phone numbers for BMW Roadside Assistance can be found in the Contact brochure.
Emergency Request* Conditions for an Emergency Request: > Full preparation package mobile phone: this
equipment makes it possible to send an Emergency Request even if no mobile phone is paired with the vehicle.
> BMW Assist is activated. Activating
BMW Assist, refer to page 197.
> Radio readiness is on. > The BMW Assist system is logged on to a
mobile phone network.
> The Emergency Request system is opera-
ble.
Once your service contract for BMW Assist expires, the BMW Assist system can be deacti- vated by a BMW center without you having to visit a workshop. Once the BMW Assist system has been deactivated, Emergency Requests are not possible. The BMW Assist system can be reactivated by a BMW center after a new contract has been signed.
Sending an Emergency Request 1. Briefly press the cover flap to open.
2. Press the SOS button until the LED in the
button lights up.
As soon as the voice connection to the BMW Assist Response Center has been established, the LED flashes.
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First aid pouch* Some of the articles contained in the first aid pouch have a limited service life. Therefore, check the expiration dates of the contents reg- ularly and replace any items in good time, if nec- essary.
Sedan
Warning triangle*
Sedan
The first aid pouch is located on the right-hand side of the cargo area in a storage area.
Sports Wagon
The first aid pouch is located in the cargo area behind the left-hand trim panel.
The warning triangle is located in a holder in the trunk lid. Press the tabs to take it out.
Sports Wagon
The warning triangle is located behind the left- hand trim panel in the cargo area. Press the tab to take it out.
Jump-starting If the car's own battery is flat, your BMW's engine can be started by connecting two jumper cables to another vehicle's battery. You can also use the same method to help start another vehicle. Only use jumper cables with fully-insulated clamp handles.
Do not touch any electrically live parts when the engine is running, or a fatal acci- dent may occur. Carefully adhere to the follow- ing sequence, both to prevent damage to one or both vehicles, and to guard against possible personal injuries.<
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Preparation 1. Check whether the battery of the other
vehicle has a voltage of 12 volts and approximately the same capacitance in Ah. This information can be found on the bat- tery.
2. Switch off the engine of the assisting vehi-
cle.
3. Switch off any consumers in both vehicles. There must not be any contact between the bodies of the two vehicles; otherwise,
there is a danger of shorting.<
Connecting jumper cables
Connect the jumper cables in the correct order, so that no sparks which could
cause injury occur.< Your BMW has a jump-starting connection in the engine compartment which acts as the bat- tery's positive terminal, refer also to the Engine compartment overview on page 226. The cap is marked with +. 1. Pull the cap of the BMW jump-starting con-
nection up to remove.
2. Attach one terminal clamp of the plus/+
jumper cable to the positive terminal of the battery or a starting-aid terminal of the vehi- cle providing assistance.
3. Attach the second terminal clamp of the
plus/+ jumper cable to the positive terminal of the battery or a starting-aid terminal of the vehicle to be started.
4. Attach one terminal clamp of the minus/–
jumper cable to the negative terminal of the battery or to an engine or body ground of the assisting vehicle.
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Your BMW has a special nut as body ground or negative pole.
5. Attach the second terminal clamp of the
minus/– jumper cable to the negative termi- nal of the battery or to the engine or body ground of the vehicle to be started.
Starting the engine 1. Start the engine of the donor vehicle and allow it to run for a few minutes at slightly increased idle speed.
2. Start the engine on the other vehicle in the
usual way. If the first start attempt is not successful, wait a few minutes before another attempt in order to allow the discharged battery to recharge.
3. Let the engines run for a few minutes. 4. Disconnect the jumper cables by reversing
the above connecting sequence.
If necessary, have the battery checked and recharged.
Never use spray fluids to start the engine.<
Tow-starting, towing away
Observe the applicable laws and regula- tions for tow-starting and towing vehi-
cles.<
Do not transport any passengers other than the driver in a vehicle that is being
towed.<
Using a tow fitting The screw-in tow fitting must always be carried in the car. It can be screwed in at the front or rear of the BMW. Sedan: it is stored in the onboard vehicle tool kit underneath the cover on the right-hand side of the cargo area, refer to page 237. Sports Wagon: it is stored in the onboard vehi- cle tool kit underneath the cover on the left- hand side of the cargo area, refer to page 237. Use only the tow fitting provided with the vehicle and screw it all the way in. Use the tow fitting for towing on paved roads only. Avoid lateral loading of the tow fitting, e.g. do not lift the vehicle by the tow fitting. Otherwise, the tow fitting and the vehicle could be damaged.<
Access to screw thread Release the cover panel in the bumper: Press on the upper part of the cover panel.
Front
Rear
Being towed
Make sure that the ignition is switched on, refer to page 55; otherwise, the low-beam headlamps, tail lamps, turn signal indicators and windshield wipers may be unavailable. Power steering assistance is not available when the engine is not running. Thus, braking and steering will require increased effort. Active steering is not active and it will be necessary to turn the steering wheel further.<
Manual transmission Gearshift lever in neutral position.
Automatic transmission Selector lever in position N. Changing selector lever positions, refer to page 58.
Do not exceed a towing speed of 45 mph or 70 km/h and a towing distance of 90 miles/150 km; otherwise, the automatic transmission may be damaged.<
Towing methods
Do not lift the vehicle by a tow fitting or body and chassis parts; otherwise, dam-
age may result.<
With a tow bar
The towing vehicle must not be lighter than the towed vehicle; otherwise, it may
be impossible to maintain control.< The tow fittings used should be on the same side on both vehicles. Should it prove impossi- ble to avoid mounting the tow bar at an angle, please observe the following: > Clearance and maneuvering capability will
be sharply limited during cornering.
> The tow bar will generate lateral forces if it is
attached offset.
Attach the tow bar to the tow fittings only, as attaching it to other parts of the vehicle
could result in damage.<
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Tow-starting Avoid tow-starting the vehicle whenever possi- ble; instead, jump-start the engine, refer to page 247. 1. Switch on hazard warning flashers, comply
with local regulations.
2. Switch on the ignition, refer to page 55. 3. Shift into 3rd gear. 4. Have the vehicle tow-started with the clutch
depressed and slowly release the clutch. After the engine starts, immediately depress the clutch completely again.
5. Stop at a suitable location, remove the tow bar or rope and switch off the hazard warn- ing flashers.
6. Have the vehicle checked.
With xDrive: do not activate Hill Descent Control HDC when the vehicle is being
tow-started, page 87.<
With a tow rope When starting off in the towing vehicle, make sure that the tow rope is taut.
To avoid jerking and the associated stresses on vehicle components when
towing, always use nylon ropes or nylon straps. Attach the tow rope to the tow fittings only, as attaching it to other parts of the vehicle could result in damage.<
With a tow truck: vehicle without xDrive
Have the BMW transported with a tow truck with a so-called lift bar, or on a flatbed. Do not tow the vehicle with just the rear axle raised as this may cause the steering to turn.
With a tow truck: vehicle with xDrive
Do not tow a BMW with xDrive with just the front or rear axle raised; otherwise, the
wheels could lock up and the transfer case could be damaged.<
Have the BMW transported on a flatbed surface only.
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Reference Reference
This chapter contains technical data, short commands for the voice activation system and an index that will help you find information most quickly.
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Technical data
Engine data
Sedan
Displacement Number of cylinders Maximum power output at engine speed Maximum torque at engine speed
Sports Wagon
335i/xDrive
328i/xDrive
323i (Canada)
335d cu in/cmμ 152.4/2,497 182.8/2,996 181.8/2,979 182.6/2,993
265
4,200
425/580
2,750 1,400-5,000 1,750-2,250200
6,000
180/244
rpm 4,000-5,000300
5,800
300/407230
6,500
200/270hp rpm lb ft/Nm
Displacement Number of cylinders Maximum power output at engine speed Maximum torque at engine speed
cu in/cmμ
hp rpm lb ft/Nm rpm
328i/xDrive 182.8/2,996
230
6,500
200/270
2,750254
Dimensions
Sedan
All dimensions given in inches/mm. Smallest turning circle dia.: 36.1 ft/11.0 m, with xDrive: 38.7 ft/11.8 m.
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Sports Wagon
All dimensions given in inches/mm. Smallest turning circle dia.: 36.1 ft/11.0 m, with xDrive: 38.7 ft/11.8 m. 328i xDrive width with mirrors: 79.3 inches/2,013 mm.
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Weights
Sedan
Approved gross weight > with manual transmission > with automatic transmis-
sion
323i (Canada)
328i
328i xDrive
lbs/kg lbs/kg
4,365/1,980
4,431/2,0104,420/2,005
4,486/2,0354,663/2,115
4,707/2,135Load Approved front axle load Approved rear axle load Approved roof load capacity Cargo area capacity
lbs/kg lbs/kg lbs/kg lbs/kg cu ft/liters
1,014/460
2,105/955
2,425/1,100
165/75
16.2/4601,014/460
2,127/965
2,469/1,120
165/75
16.2/460335i
335i xDrive
1,014/460
2,304/1,045
2,513/1,140
165/75
16.2/460335d
Approved gross weight > with manual transmission > with automatic transmis-
sion
lbs/kg lbs/kg
4,652/2,110
4,663/2,1154,872/2,210
4,883/2,215– 4,883/2,215
Load Approved front axle load Approved rear axle load Approved roof load capacity Cargo area capacity
lbs/kg lbs/kg lbs/kg lbs/kg cu ft/liters
1,014/460
2,216/1,005
2,634/1,195
165/75
15.9/4501,014/460
2,436/1,105
2,546/1,155
165/75
15.9/4501,014/460
2,381/1,080
2,646/1,200
165/75
15.9/450Never exceed either the approved axle loads or the gross vehicle weight.
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Sports Wagon
Approved gross weight > with manual transmission > with automatic transmission Load Approved front axle load Approved rear axle load Approved roof load capacity Cargo area capacity
lbs/kg lbs/kg lbs/kg lbs/kg lbs/kg lbs/kg cu ft/liters
Never exceed either the approved axle loads or the gross vehicle weight.
Capacities
328i
328i xDrive
4,630/2,100
4,696/2,130
1,058/480
2,127/965
2,646/1,200
165/75
16.2-48.9/460-1,3854,872/2,210
4,916/2,230
1,058/480
2,326/1,055
2,646/1,200
165/75
16.2-48.9/460-1,385Fuel tank including reserve of > Gasoline engine > Diesel engine Window washer system including headlamp washers
US gal/liters
approx. 16.1/61
US gal/liters US gal/liters
approx. 2.1/8.0
approx. 1.7/6.5US qt/liters
approx. 6.3/6.0
Notes Fuel grade: page 203
For more details: page 62
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Short commands for the voice activation system
With short commands you can carry out certain functions directly, regardless of which menu
item is selected. Here are the important short commands for the voice activation system.
Useful short commands
Function Opening a music collection Opening the tone control Opening the settings Opening the computer Opening the contacts* Displaying the phone book* Opening services* Opening BMW Assist* Opening the home address* Opening destination entry* Opening destination guidance*
CD/Multimedia
CD/DVD drive
Command {Music collection} {Tone} {Settings} {Onboard info} {Contacts} {Phonebook} {Assist} {B M W Assist} {Home address} {Enter address} {Guidance}
Function Playing back a CD Selecting a CD Selecting a CD and track Selecting a track Opening the CD and Multimedia menu CD and DVD* Displaying entertainment details on the split screen*
Command {C D on} {Select C D} {C D … track …} e.g. CD 3 track 5
{C D track …} e.g. track 5
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