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Owner's Manual for Vehicle Congratulations, and thank you for choosing a BMW. Thorough familiarity with your vehicle will provide you with enhanced control and security when you drive it. We therefore have this request: Please take the time to read this Owner's Manual and familiarize yourself with the information that we have compiled for you before starting off in your new vehicle. It contains important data and instructions intended to assist you in gaining maximum use and satisfaction from your BMW's unique range of technical fea- tures. The manual also contains information on maintenance designed to enhance operating safety and contribute to main- taining the value of your BMW throughout an extended service life. This manual is supplemented by a Service and Warranty Informa- tion Booklet for US models or a Warranty and Service Guide Booklet for Canadian models. We wish you an enjoyable driving experience. BMW AG
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Printed on environmentally friendly paper, bleached without chlorine, suitable for recycling.Communications 178 Telephone 190 Contacts 192 BMW Assist
Mobility 200 Refueling 202 Wheels and tires 211 Under the hood 215 Maintenance 217 Care 221 Replacing components 231 Giving and receiving assistance
Reference 238 Technical data 243 Short commands of voice activation
system
250 Everything from A to Z
Contents
The fastest way to find specific topics is to use the index, refer to page 250.
Using this Owner's Manual
Notes Reporting safety defects
At a glance 10
Cockpit iDrive 16
Letters and numbers 21
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Voice activation systemControls 26 Opening and closing 43
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84Adjusting Transporting children safely Driving Controls Overview Technology for comfort, convenience and safety
100 Lamps 105 Climate 110 Practical interior accessories
Driving tips 124 Things to remember when driving
Navigation 132 Navigation system 133 Destination entry 142 Destination guidance 148 What to do if...
Entertainment 152 On/off and tone 155 Radio 158 Satellite radio 160 CD/DVD player and CD changer 167 Music collection 172 External devices
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Notes
Using this Owner's Manual We have made every effort to ensure that you are able to find what you need in this Owner's Manual as quickly as possible. The fastest way to find specific topics is to refer to the detailed index at the back of the manual. If you wish to gain an initial overview of your vehicle, you will find this in the first chapter. Should you sell your BMW some day, please remember to hand over the Owner's Manual as well; it is an important component of your vehicle.
Additional sources of information Should you have any other questions, your BMW center will be happy to advise you. You can find information on BMW, e.g., on tech- nology, on the Internet at www.bmwusa.com.
Symbols used
Indicates precautions that must be fol- lowed precisely in order to avoid the pos- sibility of personal injury and serious damage to the vehicle.<
Indicates information that will assist you in gaining the optimum benefit from your vehicle and enable you to care more effectively for your vehicle.<
Refers to measures that can be taken to help protect the environment.<
< Marks the end of a specific item of informa- tion. * Indicates special equipment, country-spe- cific equipment and optional accessories, as well as equipment and functions not yet avail- able at the time of printing. "..." Identifies Control Display texts used to select individual functions.
These sections contain information on using
the voice activation system. {...} Verbal instructions to use with the voice activation system. {{...}} Identifies the answers generated by the voice activation system.
Symbols on vehicle components
Indicates that you should consult the rel- evant section of this Owner's Manual for
information on a particular part or assembly.
For your own safety
Maintenance and repairs
Advanced technology, e.g., the use of modern materials and high-performance electronics, requires specially adapted mainte- nance and repair methods. Therefore, have cor- responding work on your BMW performed only by your BMW center or a workshop that works according to BMW repair procedures with cor- respondingly trained personnel. If this work is not carried out properly, there is a danger of subsequent damage and related safety haz- ards.<
The individual vehicle When purchasing your BMW, you have decided in favor of a model with individualized equip- ment and features. This Owner's Manual describes the entire array of options and equip- ment available with a specific BMW model. Please bear in mind that the manual may con- tain information on accessories and equipment that you have not specified for your own vehicle. Sections describing options and special equip- ment are marked by asterisk * to assist you in identifying possible differences between the descriptions in this manual and your own vehi- cle's equipment. If equipment in your BMW is not described in this Owner's Manual, please refer to the accom- panying Supplementary Owner's Manuals.
Editorial notice BMW pursues a policy of continuous, ongoing development that is conceived to ensure that our vehicles continue to embody the highest quality and safety standards combined with advanced, state-of-the-art technology. For this reason, it is possible that the features described in this Owner's Manual could differ from those on your vehicle.
California Proposition 65 Warning California law requires us to issue the following warning:
Engine exhaust and a wide variety of automobile components and parts,
including components found in the interior fur- nishings in a vehicle, contain or emit chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects and reproductive harm. In addition, certain fluids contained in vehicles and certain products of component wear contain or emit chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. Battery posts, terminals and related accesso- ries contain lead and lead compounds. Wash your hands after handling. Used engine oil contains chemicals that have caused cancer in laboratory animals. Always protect your skin by washing thoroughly with soap and water.<
Parts and accessories
For your own safety, use genuine parts and accessories approved by BMW.
When you purchase accessories tested and approved by BMW and Genuine BMW Parts, you simultaneously acquire the assurance that they have been thoroughly tested by BMW to ensure optimum performance when installed on your vehicle. BMW warrants these parts to be free from defects in material and workmanship. BMW will not accept any liability for damage resulting from installation of parts and accesso- ries not approved by BMW. BMW cannot test every product made by other manufacturers to verify if it can be used on a BMW safely and without risk to either the vehi- cle, its operation or its occupants. Genuine BMW Parts, BMW Accessories and other products approved by BMW, together with professional advice on using these items, are available from all BMW centers. Installation and operation of non BMW approved accessories such as alarms, radios, amplifiers, radar detectors, wheels, suspension components, brake dust shields, telephones, including operation of any mobile phone from within the vehicle without using an externally mounted antenna, or transceiver equipment such as CBs, walkie-talkies, ham radios or the like may cause extensive damage to the vehicle, compromise its safety, interfere with the vehi- cle's electrical system, or affect the validity of the BMW Limited Warranty. See your BMW center for additional information.<
Maintenance, replacement, or repair of the emission control devices and sys- tems may be performed by any automotive repair establishment or individual using any cer- tified automotive part.<
Service and warranty We recommend that you read this publication thoroughly. Your BMW is covered by the following warran- ties: > New Vehicle Limited Warranty > Rust Perforation Limited Warranty > Federal Emissions System Defect Warranty > Federal Emissions Performance Warranty > California Emission Control System Limited
Warranty
Detailed information about these warranties is listed in the Service and Warranty Information Booklet for US models or in the Warranty and Service Guide Booklet for Canadian models. Your vehicle has been specifically adapted and designed to meet the particular operating con- ditions and homologation requirements in your country and continental region in order to deliver the full driving pleasure while the vehicle is operated under those conditions. If you wish to operate your vehicle in another country or region, you may be required to adapt your vehi- cle to meet different prevailing operating condi- tions and homologation requirements. You should also be aware of any applicable warranty limitations or exclusions for such country or region. In such case, please contact Customer Relations for further information.
Reporting safety defects
For US customers The following applies only to vehicles owned and operated in the US. If you believe that your vehicle has a defect which could cause a crash or could cause injury or death, you should immediately inform the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, NHTSA, in addition to notifying BMW of North America, LLC, P.O. Box 1227, Westwood, New Jersey 07675-1227, Telephone 1-800-831- 1117. If NHTSA receives similar complaints, it may open an investigation, and if it finds that a safety defect exists in a group of vehicles, it may order a recall and remedy campaign. However, NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you, your center, or BMW of North America, LLC. To contact NHTSA, you may call the Vehicle Safety Hotline toll-free at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY: 1-800-424-9153); go to http://www.safercar.gov; or write to: Adminis- trator, NHTSA, 400 Seventh Street, SW., Washington, DC 20590. You can also obtain other information about motor vehicle safety from http://www.safercar.gov
For Canadian customers Canadian customers who wish to report a safety-related defect to Transport Canada, Defect Investigations and Recalls, may call 1- 800-333-0510 toll-free from anywhere in Can- ada or 1-613-993-9851 from the Ottawa region and from other countries, or contact Transport Canada by mail at: Transport Canada, ASFAD, Place de Ville, Tower C, 330 Sparks Street, Ottawa, ON, K1A 0N5. You can also obtain other information about motor vehicle safety from http://www.tc.gc.ca
At a glance At a glance
This overview of buttons, switches and displays is intended to familiarize you with your vehicle's operating environment. The section will also assist you in becoming acquainted with the control concepts and options available for operating the various systems.
Cockpit
Around the steering wheel: controls and displays
1 Rear window safety switch 39
2 Sedan: sun blind* for rear window 111
3 Opening and closing windows 38
4 Adjusting exterior mirrors 50
Automatic curb monitor* 515 Folding exterior mirrors in and out* 51
Turn signals 63
High beams, headlamp flasher 102
High-beam Assistant 102
Roadside parking lamps 102
Check Control 79
Computer 75
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7 Buttons on steering wheel
12 Horn, entire surface
Mobile phone* 178: > Press: accepting and ending a
call, starting dialing* of selected phone number and redialing if no phone number is selected
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Volume
Steering wheel heater* 52
Steering wheel adjustment* 52
Cruise control* 65
Active cruise control 66
Activating/deactivating voice acti- vation system* 22
Changing radio station 155
Selecting music track 160
Scrolling in phone book and in lists with stored phone numbersChanging entertainment source
Switching recirculated-air mode on/off 107
HDC* 86
Lane Departure Warning* 99
8 Instrument cluster 12
Windshield wipers 63
Rain sensor 64
Sports Wagon: rear window wiper 64
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Starting/stopping engine and switching ignition on/off 57
11 Ignition lock 57
15 Releasing hood 211
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Opening luggage compartment lid/ tailgate 31, 33
Head-up Display* 95
BMW Night Vision* 96
Parking lamps 100
Daytime running lamps* 101
Low beams 100
Welcome lamps 100
Automatic headlamp control* 100 Daytime running lamps* 101
Welcome lamps 100 Adaptive Light Control* 101 High-beam Assistant* 10219
Instrument lighting 104
Fog lamps* 104
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Instrument cluster
1 Indicator lamps for turn signals 2 Speedometer 3 Indicator and warning lamps 13
4 Displays for> Active cruise control* 70
> Lane Departure Warning* 995 Tachometer 74
6 Energy Control 75
7 Display for> Clock/date 74
> Outside temperature 74
> Indicator and warning lamps 80
> Speed of cruise control* 66
> Desired speed for active cruisecontrol* 70
8 Display for
> Odometer and trip odometer 74
> Computer 75
> Date and remaining travel distancefor service requirements 77
> Automatic transmission withSteptronic* 59
> Sport automatic transmission* 62
> Hill Descent Control HDC* 86
> High-beam Assistant* 102
> Check Control message present 799 Fuel gauge 75
10 Resetting trip odometer 7412
Indicator and warning lamps
The concept
Indicator lamps without text messages The following indicator lamps signal particular functions:
High beams/headlamp flasher 102
Fog lamps* 104
Parking brake applied 59
Parking brake applied for Canadian models
Lamp flashes: DSC or DTC controls the drive and braking forces for maintaining vehicle stability 86
DTC Dynamic Traction Control 86Exhaust-gas values 216
Exhaust-gas values for Canadian models 216
The indicator and warning lamps can light up in different combinations and colors. Some lamps are tested for proper function by briefly lighting up during starting of the engine or when the ignition is switched on.
Explanatory text messages
Text messages at the upper edge of the Control Display explain the meaning of the displayed indicator and warning lamps.
Additional information, e.g. on the cause and elimination of a malfunction, can be opened via the Check Control system, refer to page 79. In urgent cases, this information will be shown as soon as the corresponding lamp comes on.
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Around the center console: controls and displays
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15 Ejecting CD/DVD 152
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Heated seats* 49
Active seat ventilation* 50
Adjusting active backrest width* 45
Active seat* 50
PDC Park Distance Control* 84
DTC Dynamic Traction Control 86
Opening luggage compartment lid/ tailgate* 31, 33
17 Controller 16
Can be turned, pressed, or moved in four directions
18 Buttons on the controller 17
Selecting menus directly
1 Microphone for hands-free mode for tele-
phone* and for voice activation system* 22
2 Reading lamps 104
3 Initiating an Emergency Request call* 231
4 Interior lamps 104
5 Glass sunroof*, electric 39Panorama glass roof* 40
6 Passenger airbag status lamp 94
7 Control Display 16
8 Hazard warning flashers 9 Central locking system 30
10 Automatic climate control 105Temperature setting 106
Automatic air distribution and volume 106
Cooling function 107
Automatic recirculated-air control AUC* 107
Maximum cooling* 107
Air volume 107
Defrosting windows and removing condensation 106
Rear window defroster 106
11 CD/DVD drive 152
12 Programmable memory buttons 20
13 Switching entertainment sound output on/off and adjusting volume 152
14 Changing
> radio station 155
> track 16015
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iDrive
iDrive combines the functions of a large number of switches. This allows these functions to be operated from a central position. The following section provides an introduction to basic menu
navigation. The control of the individual func- tions is described in connection with the rele- vant equipment.
Controls
1 Control Display 2 Controller with buttons
You can use the buttons to open the menus directly. The controller can be used to select the menu items and create settings. > Call up a menu directly, arrow 3
> Move in four directions, arrows 4
> Turn, arrow 5
> Press, arrow 6To avoid posing an unnecessary hazard due to inattention, both to your own vehi- cle's occupants and to other road users: never attempt to use the controls or make entries unless traffic and road conditions allow.<
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Buttons on the controller MENU RADIO CD NAV TEL BACK OPTION
Function Opens the main menu Opens the Radio menu Opens the CD/Multimedia menu Opens the Navigation menu Opens the Telephone menu Displays the previous panel Opens the Options menu
Operating principle From radio readiness, refer to page 57, the fol- lowing message is shown on the Control Dis- play:
All iDrive functions can be called up via the main menu.
Selecting a menu item The menu items shown in white can be selected. 1. Turn the controller until the desired menu
item is highlighted.
To hide the message: Press the controller. This displays the start menu. The message is hidden after approx. 10 sec- onds.
Opening the main menu Press the MENU button. The main menu is displayed.
2. Press the controller. A new menu is displayed or the function is exe- cuted.
Menu items in the Owner's Manual In the Owner's Manual, menu items that can be selected are set in quotation marks, e.g., "Settings".
Changing between panels After selecting a menu item, e.g., "Radio", a new menu is displayed on a panel. The panels can overlap.
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Move the controller to the left or right to change between the panels.
Adjusting settings 1. Select a field. 2. Turn the controller until the desired setting
is displayed.
White arrows pointing to the left or right indi- cate that additional panels can be opened.
Opens the Options menu Press the OPTION button. The "Options" menu is displayed.
Additional option: move the controller to the right repeatedly until the "Options" menu appears. The "Options" menu contains the following: > Screen settings, refer to page 19. > Control options for the selected menu.
3. Press the controller to confirm the setting. The scroll bar on the right side indicates whether additional menu items or set-
tings can be selected that are currently not vis- ible.<
Example: setting the clock 1. Press the MENU button.
The main menu is displayed.
2. Turn the controller until "Settings" is high-
lighted, and then press the controller.
3. Turn the controller until "Time/Date" is
highlighted, and then press the controller.
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4. Turn the controller until "Time:" is high-
lighted, and then press the controller.
Sound output is switched off or
traffic bulletin display*: > "TI":
Traffic bulletins are switched on.
> No display:
Traffic bulletins are switched off.
Other displays: The status information is temporarily hidden when there are Check Control instructions or inputs via the voice activation system*.
Switching the control display on/off 1. Press the OPTION button. 2. "Switch off display"
5. Turn the controller to set the hours and
press the controller.
6. Turn the controller to set the minutes and
press the controller.
Status information
1 Time 2 Display for:
Reception strength of the wireless network, depends on the mobile phone
> Incoming, outgoing or missed call > SMS* received > Phone book* loading > Roaming* active
3 Display for:
> Entertainment:
Radio, CD/DVD, external devices
> Phone book*:
Name of the mobile phone paired with the vehicle
Press the controller to switch on.
Split screen Additional information can be displayed on the right side of the split screen, e.g., information from the computer. In the divided screen view, the so-called split screen, this information remains visible even when you change to another menu.
Switching the split screen on and off 1. Press the OPTION button. 2. "Split screen"
The split screen is activated.
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Selecting the display for the split screen content When the split screen is switched on, you can select the content displayed on the screen. 1. Move the controller to the right repeatedly
until the split screen content is selected.
2. Select the display.
The function is executed immediately. This means, for example, that the number is dialed when a phone number is selected.
Displaying button assignment Touch the button with a finger. Do not wear gloves or use objects.
Displaying short info
...
Touch the button.
The key assignment is displayed at the top edge of the screen.
Programmable memory buttons Certain iDrive functions can be stored on the programmable memory keys and called up directly, e.g., radio stations, navigation destina- tions, phone numbers and entry points into the menu.
Displaying detailed information
...
Touch the button longer.
Storing functions 1. Highlight the function via the iDrive. 2.
Press the desired button
...
longer than 2 seconds.
Example for programmable memory keys Switch the voice instructions for the navigation on/off. 1. "Navigation" 2. "Map" 3. 4.
symbol using the controller. Press the desired button
Select the
...
longer than 2 seconds.
Executing a function
...
Press the button.
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Letters and numbers
Entering letters and numbers 1. Turn the controller: select the letters or
numbers.
2. Select additional letters or numbers if
needed.
3. "OK": confirm the entry.
Symbol Function
Press the controller: delete one letter or number Press the controller for an extended period: delete all letters or numbers Enter a blank space
Switching between letters and numbers Depending on the menu, you can switch between entering letters and numbers:
Symbol Function
Entering letters
Entering numbers
Wordmatch concept during navigation Entry of names and addresses: the selection is narrowed down every time a letter is entered and letters may be added automatically. Destination search: the entries are continuously compared to the data stored in the vehicle. > The only letters offered for entering
addresses are those for which data are available.
Town/city names can be entered with the spell- ing used in any of the languages available on the Control Display.
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Voice activation system
The concept The voice activation system allows you to con- trol operation of various vehicle systems with- out removing your hands from the steering wheel. Individual menu items on the Control Display can be spoken as commands. This frees you of having to use the controller. The voice activation system transforms your oral commands into control signals for the selected systems and provides support in the form of instructions or questions. The voice activation system uses a special microphone located in the area of the interior rearview mirror, refer to page 14.
Precondition Via iDrive, set the language that applies for the voice activation system in order to enable iden- tification of the spoken commands. To set the language of iDrive, refer to page 82.
Symbols in Owner's Manual
{...} Say the specified commands word for word. {{...}} Indicates responses of the voice acti- vation system.
Voice commands
Activating voice activation system 1. Press the
button.
This symbol on the Control Display and
an acoustic signal tell you that the voice activation system can respond to com- mands.
2. Say the command.
The command is displayed on the Control Display.
This symbol is displayed on the Control Dis- play when you can enter additional commands. If no other commands are possible, then oper- ate the equipment via iDrive.
Terminating or canceling voice activation system Press the or
button on the steering wheel
{Cancel}
In dialogs that call for a text of your choice, the procedure can only be canceled using the but- ton on the steering wheel.
Possible commands The commands available in each case depend on the menu item selected on the Control Dis- play. To have the possible commands read aloud:
{Voice commands}
For example, if "CD/DVD" is selected, the com- mands for operating CD/Multimedia are read aloud.
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Calling up functions immediately via short commands Short commands enable you to perform certain functions immediately, irrespective of which menu item is selected, refer to page 243.
Example: selecting the track of a CD 1. Switch on entertainment sound output if
necessary. 2. Press the
button on the steering wheel.
3. Select the music track, for instance:
{CD track 4} System says: {{Track 4}}
Setting the voice dialog You can set whether the system should use the standard dialog or a shorter variant. In the shorter variant of the voice dialog, the prompts and responses from the system are abbrevi- ated. 1. "Settings" 2. "Language/Units" 3. "Speech mode:"
> Do not use the voice activation system to
initiate an Emergency Request. In stressful situations, the voice and vocal pitch can change. This can unnecessarily delay the establishment of a telephone connection.
> Say the commands and numbers smoothly
and at normal volume, avoiding excessive emphasis and pauses. This also applies when spelling out and saying a full word during destination entry.
> When selecting a radio station, use the
common pronunciation of the station name.
> For entries in the voice-activated phone
book, only use names in the language of the voice activation system and no abbrevia- tions.
> Keep the doors, windows and glass sun-
roof* or panorama glass sunroof* closed to prevent interference from ambient noise. > Avoid making other noise in the vehicle
while speaking.
4. Select a setting:
> "Default" > "Short"
Notes
To operate the phone by voice, refer also to page 185.<
For voice commands, bear in mind the follow- ing:
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Controls Controls
This chapter is intended to provide you with information for complete control of your vehicle. Its extensive array of features and accessories, both for driving and for your own safety, comfort and convenience, are described here.
Opening and closing
Keys/remote control
1 Remote control with integrated key 2 Spare key 3 Adapter for spare key, in glove compart-
ment
Remote control with integrated key Each remote control contains a battery which is charged in the ignition lock while driving. Drive a longer distance with each remote control at least twice a year to keep the battery charged. For Comfort Access*, the remote control con- tains a replaceable battery, refer to page 38. Depending on which remote control is detected by the vehicle during unlocking, different set- tings are activated and executed in the vehicle, refer to Personal Profile, page 26. Information on the required for maintenance is also stored in the remote control, refer to Ser- vice data in remote control, page 215.
Integrated key
Press button 1 to unlock the key.
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The integrated key fits the following locks: > Glove compartment, refer to page 112
> Sports Wagon: floor panel flap in cargo bay,refer to page 118
> Driver's door, refer to page 30
> Luggage compartment lid, refer to page 31.New remote controls To obtain additional or replace lost keys, new remote controls with an integrated key are available at your BMW center.
Spare key Store the spare key in a safe place such as your wallet. This key is not intended for regular use. The spare key and integrated key fit the same locks.
Adapter for spare key The adapter is required so that the vehicle can be started with the spare key or radio readiness can be switched on.
Remove the adapter from the holder in the glove compartment and slide the spare key into the adapter before use.
Personal Profile
The concept You can set a number of functions of your BMW individually according to your preferences. Per-
sonal Profile ensures that most of these set- tings are stored for the remote control currently in use without you having to do anything. When the vehicle is unlocked, the corresponding remote control is detected and the settings stored for it are called up and carried out. This means that you will always find your BMW set to your own personal settings even if another person with his/her own remote control and settings has used the vehicle since the last time you drove it. The individual settings are stored for a maximum of four remote controls, for two with Comfort Access*.
Personal Profile settings Details on the settings are provided on the specified pages. > Behavior of the central locking system
when unlocking vehicle, refer to page 28
> Automatic locking of the vehicle, refer topage 30
> Displays on Control Display:
> Brightness of the Control Display, refer
to page 83
> Measuring units for consumption, route/
distances, temperature, and pressure, refer to page 76
> 12h/24h clock format, refer to page 79
> Date format, refer to page 79
> Language on Control Display, refer topage 82
> Lighting settings:
> Triple turn signal activation, refer to
page 63
> Welcome lamps, refer to page 100
> Pathway lighting, refer to page 101
> Daytime running lamps*, refer topage 101
> High-beam Assistant*, refer to
page 102
> PDC Park Distance Control*: optical warn-
ing, refer to page 84
> Head-up Display*: selection and brightness
of display, refer to page 96
> BMW Night Vision*: display settings, refer
to page 98
> Automatic climate control: AUTO program
