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lean out of the child's seat towards the door panels. Otherwise injuries can be caused if the side airbags are triggered.<
Child-safety locks for rear doors
3. Fold back the center armrest. 4. Sports Wagon: thread the retaining strap
between the backrest and the roll-up cover. Make sure that the rear backrest is locked in position.
Slide down the safety lever on the rear doors: the door can now be opened from the outside only.
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Safety switch for power windows Always press the safety switch for the power windows, refer to page 41, when children are riding in the rear of the vehicle.
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Driving
Ignition lock
Inserting remote control into ignition lock
Start/Stop button
Insert the remote control as far as possible into the ignition lock. Radio readiness switches on. Some electronic systems/consumers are ready for operation.
Comfort access* With comfort access, only insert the remote control into the ignition lock in exceptional cases, refer to page 38.
Removing remote control from ignition lock
Do not pull the remote control out of the ignition lock using force, as otherwise
damage may result.< Before removing the remote control, first press it in as far as possible to release the locking device. The ignition is switched off if it was still switched on.
Automatic and sport automatic transmission The remote control can only be removed when transmission position P is selected: interlock.
Pressing the Start/Stop button switches the radio readiness or the ignition on and off.
The engine is started when you press the Start/Stop button and depress the clutch if the car has manual transmission or the brake if the car has automatic transmission.<
Radio readiness Some electronic systems/consumers are ready for operation. The time and outside tempera- ture are displayed in the instrument cluster. Radio readiness is switched off: > when the remote control is removed from
the ignition lock
> with comfort access* by touching the sur- face on the door handle, refer to Locking on page 39
Ignition on All electronic systems/consumers are ready for operation. The odometer and the trip odometer are displayed in the instrument cluster, refer to page 78.
Please switch off the ignition and the electronic systems/consumers which are not required when the engine is not running to save the battery.<
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Radio readiness and ignition switched off All indicator and warning lamps in the instru- ment cluster go out.
Starting engine
Do not run the engine in closed rooms, otherwise the inhalation of toxic exhaust gases can cause unconsciousness and death. The exhaust gases contain carbon monoxide, an odorless and colorless, but highly toxic gas. Never leave an unattended vehicle with the engine running, as such a vehicle represents a potential safety hazard. Before leaving the vehicle with the engine run- ning, select the idling position, or shift the trans- mission into position P and firmly apply the handbrake, otherwise the vehicle can begin to roll.<
Avoid frequent starting in quick succes- sion or repeated starting attempts in
which the engine does not start. Otherwise, the fuel is not burned or inadequately burned and there is a danger of overheating and damaging the catalytic converter.< Do not allow the engine to warm up by leaving it running while the vehicle remains stationary. Instead, begin to drive at a moderate engine speed.
Manual transmission Remote control in ignition lock or with comfort access in vehicle, refer to page 38. 1. Depress brake pedal. 2. Depress the clutch pedal and shift into
idling position.
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3. Press the Start/Stop button.
Automatic and sport automatic transmission* Remote control in ignition lock or with comfort access in vehicle, refer to page 38. 1. Depress brake pedal. 2. Press the Start/Stop button.
Switching off engine
When leaving the vehicle, always take the remote control with you.
When parking, firmly apply the handbrake, as otherwise the vehicle could roll.<
Manual transmission 1. Press the Start/Stop button with the vehicle
stopped.
2. Shift into first gear or reverse. 3. Firmly apply the handbrake. 4. Remove the remote control from the igni-
tion lock, refer to page 61.
Automatic and sport automatic transmission* 1. Shift transmission into position P with the
vehicle stopped.
2. Press the Start/Stop button. 3. Firmly apply the handbrake. 4. Remove the remote control from the igni-
tion lock, refer to page 61.
Before driving into a car wash The vehicle can roll if you proceed according to the following steps: 1. With comfort access: insert the remote con-
trol into the ignition lock.
2. Depress brake pedal. 3. Shift into transmission position N. 4. Switch off the engine. Transmission position P will be engaged: > automatically after approx. 30 minutes
> if you remove the remote control from the
ignition lock
Manual transmission
Handbrake The handbrake is primarily intended to prevent the vehicle from rolling while parked; it brakes the rear wheels.
Indicator lamp
The indicator lamp lights up, and a sig- nal also sounds when starting off. The handbrake is applied. Indicator lamp for Canadian models.
Applying The lever locks in position automatically.
Releasing
Pull slightly upwards, press the button and lower the lever.
If exceptional circumstances should make it necessary to apply the handbrake while the vehicle is in motion, do not pull it too firmly. In doing so, continuously press the but- ton of the handbrake lever. Otherwise, too firm an application of the handbrake can lock up the rear wheels and cause the rear of the car to swerve.<
To prevent corrosion and one-sided brak- ing action, occasionally apply the hand-
brake lightly when the vehicle is slowly coming to a stop if the traffic conditions are suitable. The brake lamps do not light up when the hand- brake is applied.<
While shifting in the 5th/6th gear lane, press the gearshift lever toward the right, otherwise accidental shifting into the 3rd or 4th gear could result in engine damage.<
Reverse gear Select only when the vehicle is stationary. When pressing the gearshift lever to the left, overcome some resistance.
Automatic transmission with Steptronic* In addition to fully automatic operation, you can also manually shift with the Steptronic, refer to page 64.
Transmission positions P R N D M/S + –
Displays in instrument cluster
P R N D DS S1* to S6* M1 to M6
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Engaging transmission position > Do not leave the transmission position P
until the engine is running: interlock.
> With the vehicle stationary, depress the brake pedal before shifting out of P or N; otherwise the shift command will not be executed: shiftlock.
To prevent the vehicle from creeping after you select a driving position,
maintain pressure on the brake pedal until you are ready to start.<
Engaging N, D, R
Briefly press the selector lever in the desired direction, beyond a resistance point if neces- sary. Press button 1 simultaneously out of P or into R. The engaged transmission position is also dis- played on the selector lever. The selector lever immediately returns to the center position when released.
Engaging P
P Park Select only when the vehicle is stationary. The rear wheels are locked.
P is engaged automatically as soon as you switch off the engine unless N is
engaged and with comfort access the remote control is inserted in the ignition lock, refer to Before driving into a car wash, page 62.<
N Neutral Can, for example, be engaged in automatic car washes. The vehicle can roll.
N remains engaged even after the engine is switched off whenever you leave the
remote control in the ignition lock. This function is useful, for example, in automatic car washes, refer to page 62<
D Drive, automatic position Position for normal vehicle operation. All for- ward gears are available.
Kick-down Kick-down enables you to achieve maximum performance. Press the accelerator pedal beyond the increased resistance at full throttle.
Sport program and manual mode M/S
Press selector lever toward the left from trans- mission position D: The sport program is activated, and DS is dis- played in the instrument cluster; with the sport automatic transmission* also S1 to S6. This position is recommended for a performance- oriented driving style.
Press button P.
R Reverse Select only when the vehicle is stationary.
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3.
Insert a screwdriver from the onboard tool kit, refer to page 237, into the opening, arrow 1.
4. Pull the screwdriver toward the rear until it is
heard to engage, arrow 2, and leave it inserted in the opening. The transmission lock is released.
Releasing on sport automatic transmission* 1. Unclip the sleeve of the selector lever. 2. Pull the sleeve over the selector lever.
3. Reach into the trim-piece opening, arrow 1,
and firmly pull the trim piece upward, arrow 2.
When the selector lever is pressed forward or back, the manual mode is activated and the Steptronic shifts the gear. The instrument clus- ter shows M1 through M6. Upshifts and downshifts are only carried out at a suitable engine and vehicle speed, e.g. a down- shift is not carried out at excessively high engine speeds. The selected gear is briefly dis- played in the instrument cluster, followed by the current gear. To resume automatic mode, press the selector lever to the right.
Manually unlocking and locking transmission lock In case of a power failure, e.g. when the battery is drained or disconnected, or an electrical fault, manually release the transmission lock, as oth- erwise the rear wheels are blocked and the vehicle cannot be towed. Only manually release the transmission lock for towing and firmly apply the handbrake before- hand so that the vehicle cannot roll. Reengage the transmission lock after parking the vehicle at its destination.
Unlocking 1. Reach into the trim-piece opening, arrow 1,
and firmly pull the trim piece upward, arrow 2.
2. Remove cover over the opening, refer to 3.
4. Remove cover over the opening, refer to 5.
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Insert a screwdriver from the onboard tool kit, refer to page 237, into the opening, arrow 1.
Shift paddles on steering wheel The shift paddles allow you to shift gears quickly, as both hands can remain on the steer- ing wheel. > When you use the shift paddles on the
steering wheel to shift gears in automatic mode, the gearshift system switches into the manual mode.
> If you do not shift with the shift paddles and do not accelerate for a certain time, the sys- tem switches into the automatic mode again when the selector lever is in D.
6. Pull the screwdriver toward the rear until it is
heard to engage, arrow 2, and leave it inserted in the opening. The transmission lock is released.
Locking 1. Pull out the screwdriver upward.
The transmission lock is locked again.
2. Reinstall the cover and the trim piece. Information on jump starting and towing from page 248.
Sport automatic transmission* You can also shift manually with two shift pad- dles on the steering wheel. You can also choose between two driving pro- grams: Normal or Sport, refer to Dynamic Driv- ing Control.
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> To shift up: pull one of the shift paddles. > To shift down: press one of the shift pad-
dles.
Dynamic Driving Control The Dynamic Driving Control makes it possible for your BMW to react in an even more perfor- mance-oriented manner at the push of a button: > The speed range of the engine is optimally
utilized.
> Gearshifts are faster. > The engine responds more spontaneously
to accelerator pedal movements.
> The steering will operate in an even sportier
mode.
> In the automatic mode, the 6th gear is not
engaged.
Activating system
Press the SPORT button. The LED in the button lights up and SPORT is displayed in the instrument cluster.
Deactivating system > Press the SPORT button again > Engage reverse gear > Switch off engine The LED in the button and SPORT in the instru- ment cluster go out.
Turn signals/ headlamp flasher
1 High beams 2 Headlamp flasher 3 Turn signals
Using turn signals Press the lever beyond the resistance point. To turn off manually, press the lever to the resistance point.
Atypically rapid flashing of the indicator lamp indicates that a turn signal bulb
needs to be replaced.<
Signaling briefly Press lever to resistance point and hold for as long as you wish to signal.
Triple turn signal activation Press the lever to the resistance point; the turn signal flashes three times. You can activate or deactivate this function. iDrive, for operating principle refer to page 16. 1. Press the
button.
This opens the start menu.
2. Press the controller to open the menu. 3. Select "Settings" and press the controller. 4. Select "Vehicle / Tires" and press the con-
troller.
5. Change to upper field if necessary. Turn the
controller until "Lighting" is selected and press the controller.
6. Select "Triple turn signal" and press the
controller.
Triple turn signaling is activated.
The setting is stored for the remote control cur- rently in use.
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Wiper system
Activating rain sensor
1 Switching on wipers 2 Switching off wipers or brief wipe 3 Activating/deactivating rain sensor 4 Cleaning windshield, headlamps and
BMW Night Vision camera*
5 Adjusting rain sensor sensitivity level
Switching on wipers Pull the lever upward, arrow 1. The lever automatically returns to its initial posi- tion when released.
Normal wiper speed Press once. The system reverts to operation in the intermit- tent mode when the vehicle is stationary.
Fast wiper speed Press twice or press beyond the resistance point. The system reverts to normal speed when the vehicle is stationary.
Rain sensor The wiper operation is controlled automatically as a function of the rain intensity. The rain sen- sor is located on the windshield, directly in front of the interior rearview mirror.
Press the button, arrow 3. The LED in the but- ton lights up.
Adjusting rain sensor sensitivity level Turn the knurled wheel 5.
Deactivating rain sensor Press the button again, arrow 3. The LED goes out.
Deactivate the rain sensor when passing through an automatic car wash. Failure to do so could result in damage caused by undes- ired wiper activation.<
Cleaning windshield, headlamps* and BMW Night Vision camera* Pull the lever, arrow 4. The system sprays washer fluid against the windshield and activates the wipers for a brief period. With the vehicle lighting switched on, the head- lamps and the BMW Night Vision camera are also cleaned simultaneously at suitable inter- vals.
Do not use the washing mechanisms if there is any danger that the fluid will freeze on the windshield. If you do so, your vision could be obscured. To avoid freezing, use a washer fluid antifreeze, refer to Washer fluid. Do not use washing mechanisms when the washer fluid reservoir is empty, otherwise you will damage the washer pump.<
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Windshield washer nozzles Both windshield washer nozzles are automati- cally heated with the engine running or the igni- tion switched on.
Sports Wagon: Rear window wiper
1 Intermittent mode. When reverse gear is
engaged, continuous operation is switched on automatically
2 Cleaning the rear window
Do not use washing mechanisms when the washer fluid reservoir is empty, other-
wise you will damage the washer pump.<
Washer fluid
Washer fluid antifreeze is flammable. For this reason, keep it away from ignition
sources and store only in the closed original container out of reach of children. Otherwise, there is the danger of bodily injury. Always observe the instructions for use provided on the containers.<
Filler neck for washer fluid
Only add washer fluid with the engine cooled down to exclude contact with hot engine components. Otherwise there is a dan- ger of fire and to personal safety if the fluid is spilled.<
All washer nozzles are supplied from one reser- voir. Fill with water and – if required – with a washer antifreeze, according to manufacturer's recom- mendations.
In order to maintain the mixture ratio, mix the washer fluid before filling.<
Capacity Sedan: Approx. 3.2 US quarts/3 liters, with headlamp washer system* approx. 5.3 US quarts/5 liters. Sports Wagon: approx. 5.3 US quarts/5 liters.
Cruise control*
The concept The cruise control is available for use at speeds of approx. 20 mph/30 km/h and higher. The vehicle stores and maintains the speed that you set using the lever mounted on the steering col- umn. To maintain the specified speed, the sys- tem brakes if the engine braking effect is not sufficient on a downhill grade. Speed can drop on uphill grades if the engine output is insuffi- cient.
Do not use the cruise control under driv- ing conditions that do not permit a con-
stant speed, e.g. when driving on winding roads, in heavy traffic or in poor road conditions such as snow, rain, ice, and loose road surface. Otherwise you could loose control of the vehi- cle and cause an accident.<
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One lever for all functions
1 Maintaining, storing and increasing speed 2 Maintaining speed, storing speed, and
decelerating
3 Interrupting and deactivating system 4 Resuming stored speed
Maintaining, storing and increasing speed Press lever to resistance point, arrow 1: The speed currently being driven is maintained and stored. The display 1 in the speedometer, see below, indicates this regulated speed. Every time you press the lever, the vehicle's speed increases by roughly 1 mph/1 km/h. Press lever to resistance point for a longer time: The vehicle accelerates without pressure on the accelerator pedal. The system maintains and stores your current speed as soon as you release the lever.
Maintaining speed, storing speed, and decelerating Pull the lever, arrow 2: Functions are the same as 1; the speed is reduced.
Interrupting system Press the lever up or down, arrow 3: the display 1 in the speedometer changes color. In addition, the system is automatically inter- rupted: > when braking > when you clutch, shift very slowly and when
you engage the idling or the N position of the automatic transmission
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> when DTC is activated or DSC is deacti-
vated
> when the DSC comes on > when you brake with the handbrake
Resuming stored speed Press button 4: The stored speed is resumed and maintained.
Deactivating system > Press the lever up or down twice, arrow 3
> Switch off the ignition The speed stored in the memory is deleted.Displays in instrument cluster
1 Stored speed 2 Selected speed is displayed briefly
Active cruise control* With active cruise control you can select a desired speed which is then automatically maintained when driving on open roadways and is varied to maintain a selected distance setting to slower moving vehicles ahead. Active cruise control represents a technological advance over the familiar cruise control and is a welcome relief from the constant adjustment of speed that can accompany driving in traffic on freeways or other high-speed thoroughfares. Especially on longer trips and in traffic conges- tion, the system can reduce fatigue and tension, while increasing your enjoyment of driving. Please use it safely and responsibly.
In addition to holding a steady cruising speed, if you encounter slower vehicles ahead, active cruise control will, within limits, adjust your vehicle's speed automatically so that you can flow with the traffic without having to make con- stant adjustments. If, for example, while cruis- ing at the selected speed, you begin to approach a slower vehicle ahead of you in the same lane, the system will reduce your vehicle's speed to the same as that of the vehicle ahead to maintain your selected distance setting. You can vary the following distance, which will vary with speed. Based on your selected distance setting, the system automatically decreases the throttle setting and lightly applies the brakes if necessary. In addition, if the vehicle ahead of you slows to a complete stop, the system can follow this action within the given scope and can also accelerate from a complete stop if the vehicle ahead of you drives off again shortly thereafter. During braking, your vehicle brake lamps will automatically illuminate to alert a fol- lowing driver to take action. In addition, it may be necessary for your vehicle to downshift the automatic transmission to maintain the dis- tance setting selected. As soon as the road in front of you has no moving vehicles, the system will accelerate to your desired speed. This set speed is also maintained on downhill grades, however the vehicle speed can drop below the set speed when driving uphill if the engine out- put is not sufficient.
Active cruise control cannot detect stop signs, red lights, or any object that is
stopped or is blocking the road. Active cruise control is not and must not be used as a collision avoidance/warning system. Since this active cruise control system is a new technology and operates differently from con- ventional cruise control systems which you may be accustomed to, it is necessary that you read all of the pages relating to this system before use. Carefully read and observe the information on the system limitations beginning on page 75 to obtain a good command of the system and its range of applications.<
Brake pedal feel When the system brakes and you also depress the brake pedal, a somewhat different braking feel results.
Professional* navigation system If a navigation DVD is in the drive, refer to page 142, within limits the system adjusts the accelerating and braking behavior of the vehicle to the road you are driving on.
To ensure that the system is informed of the current course of the road, always use
the latest navigation DVD if possible.< When the vehicle position is unknown, e.g. when you leave the map area, this influence of the navigation system is not available.
Applications Please try the system first during sparse traffic and clear road conditions so that you can get used to the system. After you have experience and understand the system, only then use it during normal traffic. As with conventional cruise control systems, active cruise control in no way reduces or sub- stitutes for the driver's own personal experi- ence, responsibility, alertness and awareness in adjusting speed, braking or otherwise control- ling the vehicle. The driver should decide when to use the system on the basis of road, traffic, visibility, and weather conditions. Active cruise control is intended for use on highway-type roadways where traffic is moving relatively smoothly as well as in slow-moving traffic. Do not use the system in city driving; in complex driving situations; heavy traffic such as during rush hour; on curvy, winding roads, slippery roads or roads with sharp curves such as high- way off-ramps; during inclement weather such as snow, strong rain or fog; or when entering interchanges, service/parking areas or toll booths. It is also important to regulate your vehicle's speed and distance setting within applicable legal limits. Always be ready to take action or apply the brakes if necessary, espe- cially when the system is actively following a vehicle in front of you. Otherwise, driving condi-
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Increasing desired speed Press or tap the lever to the resistance point or beyond, arrow 1, until the desired speed is dis- played. The speed then displayed is stored and achieved on a clear road. > Each time the lever is tapped to the resis-
tance point, the desired speed is increased by approx. 1 mph/1 km/h.
> Each time the lever is tapped beyond the
resistance point, the desired speed increases to the next fives place of the mph speedometer display or the next tens place of the km/h speedometer display.
Reducing desired speed Pull the lever, arrow 2, until the desired speed is displayed. These functions are operated in the same man- ner as increasing your desired speed.
Selecting distance
> Briefly press rocker switch downward:
Increase distance.
> Briefly press rocker switch upward:
Reduce distance.
tions can result which lead to a violation of the law or elevated risk of an accident. The minimum initial activation speed is 20 mph/ 30 km/h, and the maximum speed is 110 mph/ 180 km/h. However, you can also activate the system while stopped, refer to While stopped, page 73.
One lever for all functions
1 Storing and increasing desired speed 2 Storing and reducing desired speed 3 Interrupting, refer to page 73,
or deactivating system, refer to page 74
4 Activating stored desired speed and dis-tance, refer to page 73, or driving off, refer to While stopped, page 73
5 Selecting distance to vehicle driving ahead,
refer to page 72.
Storing current speed Tap the lever, arrow 1, or briefly pull it, arrow 2.
The system stores the current vehicle speed. It is indicated on the speedometer and briefly in the instrument cluster.
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The selected distance is displayed in the instru- ment cluster.
> when DTC is activated or DSC is deacti-
vated
Distance 1, closest
Distance 2
Distance 3
Distance 4, furthest This distance is always set when you activate the system.
Use good judgment to select the appro- priate following distance, given road con- ditions, traffic, applicable laws and State driving recommendations for safe following distance. Otherwise, a violation of the law or risk of an accident could result.<
Interrupting cruise control
Press the lever upward or downward, and with the vehicle stopped also depress the brake pedal. The marking in the speedometer changes color and the distance indicator goes out. In addition, the system is automatically inter- rupted: > when you apply the vehicle brakes > when you shift the transmission
> when DSC comes on > when you apply the handbrake > when you release the safety belt and open
the driver's door with the vehicle stopped > when the system does not recognize any
objects for an extended period of time, e.g. on infrequently traveled roads without a shoulder or guard rails, or if the radar sensor is covered with dirt, refer to page 74
If the system is interrupted, then it is nec- essary for the driver to actively intervene by braking and steering. Otherwise, there is a risk of an accident.<
Resuming stored desired speed and distance
While driving Press button 4. The displays appear in the instrument cluster.
While stopped
Before leaving the vehicle with the engine running, engage position P of the auto- matic transmission and apply the handbrake. Otherwise the vehicle can roll.< If a detected vehicle in front of you brakes to a complete stop and your vehicle has also been braked to a complete stop by the system: > If the vehicle in front of you drives off while the marking 1 for the desired speed in the speedometer is green, your vehicle will accelerate without you having to do any- thing.
> If the vehicle in front of you drives off while the marking 1 is orange, you briefly depress the accelerator pedal or press button 4. Rolling bars in the distance indicator 3 mean that the vehicle in front of you has driven off.
If you are stopped behind a vehicle with the brake pedal depressed and the system is inter- rupted or deactivated:
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1. Press button 4 to activate a stored desired
speed or select a desired speed with the lever, arrow 1 or arrow 2. 2. Release the brake pedal. 3.
If the vehicle in front of you drives off, briefly depress the accelerator pedal or press button 4.
Deactivating system > Press the lever upward or downward twice
while driving.
> When stopped, do the same with the brake
pedal depressed.
> Switch off the ignition. The displays turn off, and the stored desired speed and distance are deleted.
Displays in instrument cluster
Warning lamps
The indicator 2 continuously flashes yellow. The prerequisites for operating the system are no longer met, e.g. as a result of ABS or DSC interven-
tions. The system brakes until you actively take over.
The indicator 2 flashes red; a sig- nal sounds. The system indicates that you must brake and/or maneuver the vehicle yourself. The system can-
not automatically restore the distance to the vehicle driving ahead. However, this display cannot relieve the driver of the responsibility for adjusting the desired speed and driving style to the traffic conditions.
Radar sensors
1 Stored desired speed
> Green: the system is active. > Orange: the system is interrupted.
2 Lights up yellow: vehicle detected ahead
Display also used for warnings, please read all information on warnings
3 Selected distance to vehicle ahead
The indicator lights up as soon as the sys- tem is activated The bars roll: the vehicle in front of you has driven off
4 Brief display of stored desired speed
If the display --- mph/--- km/h appears briefly, the conditions necessary for oper-
ation may currently not be met.<
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1 Long-range sensor 2 Location of the short-range sensors behind
the bumper
3 Location of the short-range sensors behind
the bumper with the M sports package* Heavy rain and also dirt, snow or ice can limit the detection of vehicles ahead. If needed, clean the radar sensor under the front bumper as well as the bumper area covering the short range sensors. When doing so, be particularly careful in removing layers of snow and ice. Do not apply adhesive labels etc. in the area of the short-range sensors. If the sensor is not aligned properly, e.g. due to damage, the active cruise control cannot be activated.
System limitations
As with conventional cruise control sys- tems, active cruise control in no way
diminishes or substitutes for the driver's own personal responsibility, alertness and aware- ness in adjusting speed, braking or otherwise controlling the vehicle. The driver should decide when to use the system on the basis of road, traffic, visibility, and weather conditions. Active cruise control is intended for use on highway-type roadways where traffic is moving relatively smoothly. Do not use this system in city driving; in complex driving situations; on curvy, winding roads, slippery roads or roads with sharp curves such as highway off-ramps; during inclement weather such as snow, strong rain or fog; or when entering interchanges, ser- vice/parking areas or toll booths. It is also important to regulate your vehicle's speed and distance setting within applicable legal limits. Always be ready to take action or apply the brakes if necessary, especially when the sys- tem is actively following a vehicle in front of you.<
Always remember that the range and abil- ity of the system do have physical limita- tions. For example, the system may not detect vehicles driving ahead if they suddenly brake heavily in stop-and-go traffic during accelera- tion. The system will not apply the brakes or slow your vehicle when a very slow-moving vehicle, stopped vehicle or stationary object is in the lane ahead of you, for example when approaching a traffic light or parked vehicle or when a vehicle is stalled in your lane. Also, the system does not react to oncoming traffic, pedestrians or other types of potential traffic such as a rider on a horseback. It is also possible
that the system may not detect smaller moving objects such as motorcycles or bicycles. Be especially alert when encountering any of these situations as the system will neither automati- cally brake, nor provide a warning to you. Also, be aware that every decrease in the distance setting allows your vehicle to come closer to a vehicle in front of you and requires a heightened amount of alertness.< The system cannot allow the vehicle to drive off automatically in situations that make driving off considerably more difficult, e.g. on steep uphill grades, with a heavy trailer or before raised areas in the road. Near radio astronomy stations, the system radar is deactivated at speeds under 20 mph/ 30 km/h due to legal regulations.
Be certain to interrupt the system when you pull into an exit lane for a highway
offramp.< Also, vehicles traveling in a staggered manner on a highway may cause a delay in the system's reaction to a vehicle in front of you or may cause the system to react to a vehicle that is actually in the lane next to yours. Always be ready to take action or apply the brakes if necessary.
In addition, the system is interrupted whenever the driver applies the vehicle brakes, shifts the transmission from drive/D to neutral/N, or deactivates DSC. After any inter- ruption, the system will no longer automatically activate the vehicle brakes, which means the driver must intervene and resume manual brak- ing. You should then reactivate the system only when you are fully aware of the prior speed and distance settings.<
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Active cruise control may brake when you reduce the stored desired speed; however, the driver must constantly monitor traffic and inter- vene if necessary. When you switch off the engine or ignition, active cruise control is fully switched off, too, and any settings you have selected are can- celed.
Unexpected lane change
Take action yourself, otherwise there is a risk of an accident.<
Behavior in curves
If the selected desired speed for a curve is too high, the system reduces the speed within a curve. However, it cannot detect curves in advance. Therefore, select a suitable speed at the start of a curve. Because of the limited range of the system, it is possible that in curves or on the peaks and val- leys of hilly roads, a vehicle ahead may be rec- ognized late, or not at all. Therefore, it is up to the driver to select a speed that is prudent in view of the curves and terrain of the roadway.
If a vehicle in front of you is behind a stopped vehicle and unexpectedly changes lanes, you must react yourself, as the system does not react to stopped vehicles.
Swerving vehicles
In approaching a curve, it is possible that active cruise control might react briefly to a vehicle in the adjacent lane. In addition, the system can sense if your vehicle is in a curve and may not accelerate. If your vehicle decelerates in either case, you can choose to overcome the deceler- ation by briefly pressing the accelerator pedal.
When a vehicle swerves out of adjacent lanes into your lane, the system does not detect the vehicle until it is completely in your lane.
When a vehicle ahead suddenly swerves into your lane, the system may not be able to restore the selected distance automatically. This also applies to great differences in speed between your vehicle and vehicles ahead, e.g. when quickly approaching a truck. Once the system has established that a vehicle is indeed in front of you, it will indicate that you must brake and/or maneuver the vehicle yourself.
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Driver interventions and your responsibility
Anytime the driver presses down on the accelerator pedal, any automatic braking action by the system is interrupted and the dis- tance indicator turns off until the pedal is fully released. As soon as you fully release the accel- erator, the system will once again control your cruising speed and distance setting. While driv- ing with the system activated, resting your foot on the accelerator pedal will cause the system not to brake even if necessary. Be certain that floormats or other objects on the vehicle floor do not interfere with movement of the accelera- tor pedal.<
While active cruise control is capable of braking your vehicle automatically when
you approach a slower vehicle ahead, it is important to be aware that the ability of the sys- tem to apply the brakes is also limited, e.g. when you reduce your desired speed sharply. It uses only a portion of braking system capacity and does not utilize the full capacity of the vehi- cle braking system. Therefore, the system can- not decrease your speed due to large differ- ences in speed between your vehicle and the vehicle ahead. Example: when you approach a vehicle traveling at a much lower speed than your own speed such as approaching a toll booth or when a much slower vehicle cuts in front of you at close range.<
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Everything under control
Odometer, outside temperature display, clock
Tachometer
1 Time, outside temperature and date 2 Odometer and trip odometer 3 Press button:
