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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.
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Opening and closing
The key set
Key Memory
How the system functions Doubtless you have often reflected on how great it would be if you could configure your vehicle's various adjustment settings to meet your own personal requirements. BMW has designed several freely select- able options into the vehicle during its development. You can set these as desired via the Control Center. You can have up to four different basic set- tings adjusted for four different persons for the specific keys. The only requirement is that each person uses his or her own cen- tral key with remote control. Additional keys are available at your BMW center. When your vehicle is unlocked with the remote control, the vehicle recognizes the individual user by means of a data exchange with the key, and makes adjust- ments accordingly.
To differentiate
Color-coded decals are provided to help you distinguish the individual central keys with remote control with their different set- tings.
1 Central keys with remote control. They specify the functions of the Key Mem- ory. In the process individual functions of your vehicle can behave differently depending on the key used, see further below. You can mark the keys with remote control using the color-coded decals you received on taking delivery of the vehicle
Each central key with remote con- trol is equipped with an extended-
life battery, which is automatically recharged in the ignition lock each time you drive the vehicle. If you have any central keys with remote control that are not used on a regular basis, you should therefore remember to recharge these units by using them to drive the vehicle for an extended period at least once a year, refer to page 29.<
2 Spare key for storage in a safe place,
such as in your wallet. This key cannot be used to open the locks for the luggage compartment lid and glove compartment. This is an advantage in a hotel, for example. The key is not intended for constant use
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Examples of Key Memory functions > Automatic adjustment of the electric
driver's seat
> Locking the vehicle after moving off > When unlocking with the remote con-
trol, either unlock only the driver's door or the entire vehicle
> Activating optical warning for Park Dis-
tance Control PDC > Setting the volume.
Central locking system
The concept The central locking system is ready for operation whenever the driver's door is closed. This simultaneously engages and releases the locks on the following: > Doors > Luggage compartment lid > Fuel filler door. The central locking system can be oper- ated from the outside > via the remote control > via the driver's door lock and from inside via the button for the cen- tral locking system. When the system is locked from inside, the fuel filler door remains unlocked, refer to page 30. The anti-theft system is automatically acti- vated whenever you operate the central locking system from outside the vehicle. It prevents the doors from being unlocked using the safety lock buttons or door han- dles. The alarm system is armed/disarmed at the same time. In the event of an accident, the central locking system automatically unlocks the vehicle. In addition, the hazard warning flashers and interior lamps come on.
Opening and closing: from outside
Using the remote control The remote control provides two additional functions for the central locking system: > Switching on the interior lamps, refer to
page 28. You can also use this function to locate your vehicle in parking garages etc.
> Opening the luggage compartment lid,
refer to page 28. The luggage compartment lid opens, regardless of whether it was previously locked or unlocked.
In addition, the remote control offers you another function: > Panic mode
In case of danger, you can trigger an alarm.
When you lock/unlock the vehicle, you simultaneously activate/deactivate the anti-theft system, arm/disarm the alarm system, and switch the interior lamps on/ off.
Protect the remote control against unauthorized use by handing over
only the spare key, for example when using hotel valet parking.<
Because any persons or animals left unattended in a parked vehicle could lock the doors from the inside, you should always keep the remote control with you; this precaution ensures that you will remain able to unlock the vehicle from the outside at all times.<
button.
Unlocking Press the You can set which doors are to be unlocked for each specific key: Control Center, for principle details, refer to page 16: 1. Open the menu 2. Select "Vehicle settings" and press the
controller
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3. Select "Door locks" and press the con-
troller
To switch off the alarm: press any of the buttons.
4. Select "Central locking" and press the
controller
5. Select "Lock button" and press the con-
troller
6. Select the doors and press the control-
ler: > "All doors" > "Driver's door only"
Press the button twice to unlock the entire vehicle after the driver's door. displays the selected doors.
Convenience opening mode Press and hold the and the glass roof open.
button. The windows
Locking and securing button. Press the
Switching on the interior lamps If the vehicle is locked, press the
button.
Switching off the tilt alarm sensor and interior motion sensor Press the after locking. For more detailed information, refer to page 33.
button once again directly
Panic mode By pressing and holding the button for more than approx. two seconds, you can trigger the alarm system in response to any impending danger.
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Opening the luggage compartment lid Press the The luggage compartment lid opens, regardless of whether it was previously locked or unlocked.
button.
During opening, the luggage com- partment lid pivots upward and to the
rear. Ensure that adequate clearance is available before opening. Before and after a trip, ensure that the lug- gage compartment lid has not been opened unintentionally. A locked luggage compartment lid is also locked again after closing.<
Setting the confirmation signals You can have various confirmation signals programmed into the system to verify that the vehicle has been unlocked or locked securely. Control Center, for principle details, refer to page 16: 1. Open the menu 2. Select "Vehicle settings" and press the
controller
3. Select "Door locks" and press the con-
troller
4. Select "Confirmation" and press the
controller
5. Select the desired signal and press the
controller.
indicates the signals switched on.
Malfunctions External systems or devices may cause local interference in the functions of the remote control. Should the remote control fail to operate owing to interference of this kind, you can respond by using the central key to unlock your vehicle at one of the doors. In the event of a system malfunction, please contact your BMW center, which is also your source for replacement keys. When it is no longer possible to lock the vehicle via the remote control, the battery is discharged. Use this remote control during an extended drive; this will recharge the battery, refer to page 26.
For US owners only The transmitter and receiver units comply with part 15 of the FCC/Federal Communi- cation Commission regulations. Operation is governed by the following: FCC ID:
LX8766S LX8766E LX8CAS Compliance statement: This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the fol- lowing two conditions: > This device may not cause harmful
interference, and
> this device must accept any interfer- ence received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. Any unauthorized modifications or changes to these devices could void the user's authority to operate this equip- ment.<
Using the door lock
Do not lock the vehicle when persons are inside, as the vehicle cannot be
unlocked from inside.< One turn of the key in the driver's door lock unlocks the driver's door only. Turning the key a second time unlocks all of the remaining doors, the luggage compart- ment lid and the fuel filler door.
Convenience operation You also have the option of operating the windows and the glass roof from the driver's door lock. > To open:
With the door closed, turn the key to the unlock position and hold it there
> To close:
With the door closed, turn the key to the lock position and hold it there.
Watch during the closing process to be sure that no one is injured. Releas-
ing the key stops the operation.<
Manual operation In the event of an electrical malfunction You can turn the key all the way to the right or left in the door lock to lock or unlock the driver's door.
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Opening and closing: from inside
the controller.
displays the selected setting.
Unlocking and opening the doors > Either unlock the doors together with the button for the central locking sys- tem and then pull the door handle above the armrest or
> pull the door handle twice at each indi-
vidual door: the first pull unlocks the door, the second pull opens it.
Locking > Use the central locking button to lock all
of the doors simultaneously, or
> press down the individual safety lock
buttons. To prevent you from being locked out, the open driver's door can- not be locked using the safety lick but- ton.
Because any persons or animals left unattended in a parked vehicle could lock the doors from the inside, you should always keep the remote control with you; this precaution ensures that you will remain able to unlock the vehicle from the outside at all times.<
You can operate the central locking system with this button when the front doors are closed. This only unlocks or locks the doors and luggage compartment lid, but not secured. Also, the fuel filler door remains unlocked to allow refueling. You can also make the following settings for each specific key: > The central locking system automati- cally locks the vehicle as soon as you drive off
> The central locking system automati-
cally locks the vehicle after a short time when no door has been opened.
Control Center, for principle details, refer to page 16: 1. Open the menu 2. Select "Vehicle settings" and press the
controller
3. Select "Door locks" and press the con-
troller
4. Select "Central locking" and press the
controller
5. Select "Lock after driving off" or
"Relock door if not opened" and press
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Luggage compartment lid
Opening from inside
Press the button: the luggage compart- ment lid opens unless it has been secured.
During opening, the luggage com- partment lid pivots upward and to the
rear. Ensure that adequate clearance is available before opening.<
Opening from outside
Press the button: the luggage compart- ment lid opens.
During opening, the luggage com- partment lid pivots upward and to the
rear. Ensure that adequate clearance is available before opening.<
Only the central keys with remote control, refer to page 26, match the luggage com- partment lock.
Securing separately Turn the central key with remote control in the lock of the luggage compartment lid beyond a resistance point to the right and withdraw it from a horizontal position. This locks the luggage compartment lid and disconnects it from the central locking system. If you then only hand over the spare key, refer to page 26, no access is possible via the luggage compartment lid. This is an advantage in a hotel, for example.
Double-unlocking, manual operation Turn the central key to the left as far as it will go: the luggage compartment lid opens.
If you use the key to unlock the lug- gage compartment lid while the alarm
system is armed, the alarm will be trig- gered. Switching off the alarm, refer to page 32.<
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Emergency release
Alarm system
The concept The vehicle alarm system responds: > When a door, the hood, or the luggage
compartment lid is opened
> To movement in the vehicle interior:
interior motion sensor
> To changing the vehicle's tilt if someone attempts to steal the wheels or tow the vehicle
> To interruption of battery voltage. The system responds to unauthorized vehi- cle entry and attempted theft by simulta- neously activating: > An acoustic alarm, which lasts for a
period of approx. 30 seconds
> The hazard warning flashers for approx.
5 minutes
> The high beams, which flash on and off
in the same rhythm.
Arming and disarming the alarm system When you lock or unlock the vehicle, either with the remote control or at the door lock, the alarm system is armed or disarmed at the same time. The system indicates that it has been cor- rectly armed by switching on the hazard warning flashers for a single cycle and by emitting an acoustic signal. You can also open the luggage compart- ment lid with the system armed using the button on the remote control, refer to
page 28. When you close the lid, it is secured again.
Switching off the alarm > Unlock the vehicle using the remote
control, refer to page 27
> Or turn the ignition key to position 1.
This lever releases the luggage compart- ment lid from inside the luggage compart- ment.
Closing
The handle recesses on the interior trim of the luggage compartment lid make it easier to pull down.
To avoid injuries, be sure that the travel path of the luggage compart-
ment lid is clear when it is closed, as with all closing procedures.<
Operate the vehicle only when the luggage compartment lid is com-
pletely closed. Otherwise, exhaust fumes could penetrate the interior of the vehicle.< If special circumstances should make it absolutely necessary to operate the vehicle with the compartment open: 1. Close all windows and the glass roof 2. Adjust the automatic climate control to
supply a high air volume, refer to page 91.
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Indicator lamp displays
> The indicator lamp beneath the interior mirror flashes continuously: the system is armed
> If the indicator lamp flashes during arm-
ing: doors, engine hood or luggage compartment lid are not properly closed. Even if you do not close the alerted area, the system begins to mon- itor the remaining areas, and the indica- tor lamp flashes continuously after approx. 10 seconds. However, the inte- rior motion sensor is not activated
> If the indicator lamp goes out on dis-
arming: no manipulation or attempted intrusions have been detected in the period since the system was armed
> If the indicator lamp flashes on disarm- ing until the key is inserted in the igni- tion lock, but for approx. 5 minutes at the most: your vehicle has been manip- ulated in the meantime.
Following triggering of an alarm, the indica- tor lamp will flash continuously.
Avoiding unintentional alarms The tilt alarm sensor and interior motion sensor may be switched off at the same time. You can do this to prevent a false alarm from being triggered in garages with elevator ramps, for instance, or when the vehicle is transported by trailer or train: Lock, i.e. arm twice. Press the but- ton on the remote control twice in succes- sion, refer to page 27, or lock twice with the key, refer to page 30. The indicator lamp lights up briefly and then flashes continuously. The tilt alarm sensor and the interior motion sensor are
switched off as long as the system is armed.
Interior motion sensor In order for the interior motion sensor to function properly, the windows and glass roof must be completely closed. However, switch the interior motion sensor off, refer to Avoiding unintentional alarms, if > children or animals are to remain in the
vehicle
> the windows or glass roof are to remain
open.
Windows
Opening and closing windows
As of ignition key position 1: > Press the switch up to the resistance
point: The window continues to move down- ward as long as you continue to hold the switch
> Briefly press the switch beyond the
resistance point: The window moves downward auto- matically. Press the switch again to stop the opening movement.
You can close the windows in the same manner by pulling the switch.
After switching off the ignition You can still operate the windows: > In the radio position for a longer time > For approx. 1 minute in position 0 or
with the ignition key removed.
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by children, for example. The indicator lamp lights up when this safety feature is activated.
Press the safety switch whenever children are riding in the rear of the
vehicle. Careless use of the power win- dows can lead to injury.<
You can deactivate the function again as of ignition key position 1.<
Accessories in the window area After installing any accessory – such as a clamp-on antenna for a portable phone – within the window's travel range, you will need to have the system reinitialized for use under the new conditions. Please con- tact your BMW center for assistance.
Glass roof, electric*
To prevent injuries, exercise care when closing the glass roof and keep
it in your field of vision until it is shut. When leaving the vehicle, always remove the remote control and close the doors to prevent children from operating the glass roof and injuring themselves, etc.<
Raising, opening, closing
To open, press the switch beyond the resistance point.
When leaving the vehicle parked, always remove the central key with remote control from the ignition lock and close the doors; this precaution prevents children from operating the power win- dows and injuring themselves etc.< For information on using the convenience operation mode at the door lock or with the remote control, refer to page 28 or 29.
Safety feature If the closing force rises beyond a pre- defined threshold during closing, the sys- tem will immediately stop moving the win- dow prior to lowering it slightly.
Despite this safety feature you should always inspect the window's travel
path prior to closing it, as the safety system might fail to detect certain kinds of obstruc- tions, such as very thin objects, and the window would continue closing. Pulling the switch beyond the resistance point and holding it limits the response of the safety feature. Under these conditions the window will respond to forces beyond a defined thresh- old by only opening several inches/millime- ters. If you again pull the switch past the resis- tance point and hold it in position within a period of roughly 4 seconds, the safety fea- ture is deactivated.<
Safety switch
As of ignition key position 1, press the switch, or slide it in the desired direction up to the resistance point.
After switching off the ignition You can still operate the roof: > In the radio position for a longer time > For approx. 1 minute in position 0 or
with the ignition key removed.
With the safety switch, you can prevent the rear windows from being opened or closed via the switches in the rear passenger area,
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The headliner insert slides back somewhat when you raise the glass roof. When the glass roof is opened the headliner retracts with it.
Do not use force to close the head- liner insert with the glass roof in its raised position, as damage to the mecha- nism could result.< For information on using the convenience operation mode at the door lock or with the remote control, refer to page 28 or 29.
Automatic* opening and closing Briefly press the switch past the resistance point and then release it. In addition, the following movements are also automatic: > With the glass roof open, move the
switch towards 'Raise': the glass roof moves to the end position of 'Raise' > With the glass roof raised, move the switch towards 'Open': the glass roof moves to the end position of 'Open'.
Press the switch again in any direction to stop the glass roof.
Safety feature If the glass roof encounters resistance when closing from roughly the center of the roof opening or when closing from the raised position, the closing action is inter- rupted and the glass roof reopens a little.
Despite this safety feature, you should always inspect the glass roof's travel range prior to closing it, as the safety feature might fail to detect certain kinds of obstructions, such as very thin objects, and the glass roof would continue closing. Pressing the switch beyond the resistance point and holding it limits the response of the safety feature. The glass roof only opens a short distance. If you again press the switch past the resis- tance point and hold it in position within a period of roughly 2 seconds, the safety fea- ture is deactivated.<
When you close the glass roof, it will slow down as it approaches the end
of its travel path; this is to allow the safety feature to respond more precisely to any obstructions encountered in this critical area.<
Following interruptions in electrical power supply Following interruptions in electrical power supply, for instance, when the battery is disconnected, it is possible that the glass roof will extend to its raised position, but fail to respond to other commands. Should this occur, please have the glass roof rein- itialized at your BMW center.
Manual operation In the event of an electrical malfunction, you can operate the glass roof manually:
1. Fold the cover downwards
2.
Insert the Allen wrench supplied with the onboard tool kit, refer to page 184, in the opening provided. Turn to slide the glass roof in the desired direction.
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Adjustments
Sitting safely The ideal sitting position can make a vital contribution to relaxed, fatigue-free driv- ing.The sitting position of the occupants plays an important role together with the safety belts and airbags in an accident. To ensure that the safety systems operate with optimal efficiency, we strongly urge you to observe the instructions contained in the following section. For additional information on transporting children safely, refer to page 45.
Sitting safely with airbags
Always maintain an adequate dis- tance between yourself and the air- bags. Always hold the steering wheel by its rim with hands at the 9 o'clock and 3 o'clock positions, to minimize the risk of injuries to your hands and arms in the event of airbag deployment. No one and nothing is to come between the airbags and the seat occupant. Do not use the cover of the front airbag on the front passenger side as a storage area. Make sure that the front passenger is cor- rectly seated and does not rest feet or legs on the instrument panel, otherwise leg inju- ries can occur if the knee and front airbag are triggered. Never let an occupant's head rest near or on a side airbag because the inflating air- bag could cause a serious or fatal injury.< Even if you adhere to all the instructions injuries resulting from contact with airbags cannot be fully excluded, depending on the circumstances. The ignition and inflation noise may provoke a mild hearing loss in extremely sensitive individuals. This effect is usually only temporary. For airbag locations and additional infor- mation on airbags, refer to page 83.
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Sitting safely with safety belts Fasten your safety belt before starting any trip. Airbags complement the safety belt as an additional safety device, but they do not represent a substitute. Your vehicle has five seats that are all equipped with a safety belt.
At all times, occupants should sit upright and be properly restrained – infants and small children in appropriate child-restraint systems; larger children and adults using the safety belts. Expectant mothers should always wear their safety belts, taking care to position the lap belt against the lower hips, where it will not exert pressure against the abdomi- nal area. Never allow more than one person to wear a single safety belt. Never allow infants or small children to ride in a passenger's lap. Do not route the belt across your neck, or run it across sharp edges. Be sure that the belt does not become caught or jammed. Avoid twisting the belt while routing it firmly across the hips and shoulder. Do not allow the belt to rest against hard or fragile objects. Otherwise, in the event of a frontal impact, a loose lap belt could slide over your hips, leading to abdominal injury. Avoid wearing clothing that prevents the belt from fitting properly and pull the lap belt periodically to readjust the tension across your shoulder in order to avoid a reduction in the retention effect of the safety belt.< For instructions on operating safety belts, refer to page 40.
Seats
Note before adjusting
Never attempt to adjust your seat while the vehicle is moving. The seat
could respond with unexpected move-
ment, and the ensuing loss of vehicle con- trol could lead to an accident. On the front passenger side as well, do not tilt the backrest too far toward the rear while driving. Failure to observe this pre- caution can prevent the belt from providing effective protection against injury, as the passenger could slide under the belt in an accident. Make sure that the footwell behind the driver's and front passenger's seat is empty and unobstructed. If you fail to do so, any persons or objects behind the seat could be injured or damaged by a rearward movement of the seat.< Please observe the information on damage to safety belts provided on page 41 and the information on the active head restraints on page 40.
Seat adjustment
To ensure that the safety systems continue to provide optimized protec-
tion, please observe the adjustment instructions on page 36.<
1 Forward/backward 2 Height 3 Angle
4 Backrest
Comfort seat* adjustment In addition to the electric power seat func- tions, several other adjustment options are available with the comfort seat:
1 Backrest width
By adjusting the backrest width, you can increase or reduce lateral support
2 Shoulder support
You can use the adjustable upper back- rest for supplementary support in the shoulder region. This provides a relaxed driving position and helps relieve stress on the shoulder muscles Make corrections in the forward/ backward adjustment of the seat
to ensure that the safety belt still fits firmly against your body. If you do not do this, the protection provided by the safety belt may be reduced.<
3 Thigh support
Adjust the thigh support until the ideal support is provided for the thigh
4 Lumbar support, see below
Sports seat* adjustment In addition to the seat cushion, on the sports seat you can adjust the thigh sup- port 3, see above.
Easy entry/exit* The backrest width automatically moves as high up and far forward as possible to ease driver entry and exit before then returning to the standard or stored memory setting. This automatic feature is governed by the driver's door and the ignition lock.
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3. Press the MEMORY button:
The indicator lamp in the button lights up
4. Press the desired memory button 1
or 2: The indicator lamp goes out.
Calling up a stored setting
Do not call up a position from the memory while the vehicle is moving. Otherwise there is a risk of accident from unexpected movement of the seat or steer- ing wheel.<
Convenience mode 1. Open the driver's door after unlocking
or turn the ignition key to position 1
2. Briefly press the desired memory but-
ton 1 or 2. The system immediately cancels the adjustment procedure when you press one of the seat adjustment buttons or use one of the memory buttons.
When the respective last driver's seat, exterior mirror and steering-wheel position is called up can be set for each key. Control Center, for principle details, refer to page 16: 1. Open the menu 2. Select "Vehicle settings" and press the
controller
3. Select "Door locks" and press the con-
troller
4. Select "Central locking" and press the
controller
5. Select "Last seat position" and press
the controller
Lumbar support* adjustment
You can also adjust the contours of the backrest to obtain additional support in the lumbar region. The upper hips and spinal column receive supplementary support to help you main- tain a relaxed, upright sitting position. > Press the front/rear of the switch to strengthen or weaken the curvature
> Press the upper/lower end of the switch to strengthen the curvature at the top or bottom.
Seat, mirror and steering wheel memory*
You can store and select two different adjustment settings for the driver's seat, exterior mirrors and steering wheel. The adjustment of the lumbar support is not stored in the memory.
Storing 1. Turn the ignition key to position 1 or 2 2. Set the desired seat, exterior mirror and
steering-wheel positions
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mirror on the front passenger side tilts downward slightly. This allows the driver to see the area immediately adja- cent to the vehicle – such as a curb – when parking, etc.
You can also deactivate this automatic function: push the mirror selector switch to the passenger's mirror position.
Head restraints
Head restraints reduce the risk of spi- nal injury in the event of an accident. Adjust the head restraints so that they are centered roughly at the level of your ears.<
Front seats: adjusting the height You can adjust the height of the head restraints electrically.
Front seats: adjusting the angle Swivel the head restraint. With the comfort seat, you use the shoulder support to set the distance to the back of the head.
6. Select "After unlocking" or "After door
is opened" and press the controller.
displays the selected setting.
When using this Key Memory feature, always make sure that the footwell
behind the driver's seat is empty and unob- structed. If you fail to do so, any persons or objects behind the seat could be injured or damaged by a rearward movement of the seat.<
Safety feature 1. Close the driver's door and turn the
ignition key to position 0 or 2
2. Press the desired memory button 1 or 2 and maintain pressure until the adjust- ment process has been completed.
If the MEMORY button is pressed acciden- tally: Press the button a second time, the indica- tor lamp goes out.
Passenger-side exterior mirror tilt function* Automatic curb monitor
1. Select the exterior mirror on the driver
side with the switch
2. When you engage reverse gear or
selector-lever position R, the exterior
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Comfort seat
Rear seats: adjusting the height
Setting the side extensions
> Upwards: by pulling > Downwards: press the button, arrow 1,
and press the head restraint down- wards.
Safety belts
You can fold the side extensions on the head restraint forward for increased lateral support.
Front head restraints, active* The comfort seats are equipped with an active head restraint. When necessary, the system will respond to a rear impact by automatically triggering the active head restraints.
To ensure that the active head restraints afford maximum protection, and to avoid unnecessary risks to personal safety, we request that you read and com- ply with the following: > Adjust the head restraints so that they are centered roughly at the level of your ears
> Do not install seat or head-restraint
covers
> Never use the head restraints as sup-
ports for suspending objects of any kind, such as clothes hangers. Refrain from mounting accessories on either the seat or the head restraint.<
Fastening Make sure you hear the latch plate engage in the belt buckle.
Please fasten safety belts warning lamp: Lights up until the driver and front passenger have fastened their seat belts. Depending on the model, a signal* sounds or a message* appears on the Control Dis- play at the same time.
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The warning is also issued when the driver or front passenger removes his or her safety belt while driving.
The warning can also be issued when objects are laid on the front passen-
ger seat.<
Releasing 1. Press the red button in the belt buckle 2. Hold the belt firmly 3. Guide the belt into its reel. The upper shoulder strap's anchorage point will be in the correct position for seat occupants of every build if the seat is cor- rectly adjusted, refer to page 36. The two rear safety belt buckles integrated in the rear seat are for passengers sitting on the left and right. The belt buckle embossed with the word CENTER is intended exclusively for use by passengers riding in the center position.
Damage to safety belts
If the safety belts are damaged or stretched in an accident: have the
entire belt system, including the tensioning mechanisms, replaced at your BMW cen- ter. Have the belt anchorage points inspected for damage at the same time. Failure to observe this precaution may pre- vent the safety belts from effectively pro- viding optimal protection when needed.<
Heated seats*
Front
The system regulates the temperatures of the seat cushion and backrest. The temperature setting progresses one step through its control sequence each time you press the button. To switch off: Maintain pressure on the button for several seconds.
Rear
The operating concept is the same as for the front heated seats.
Temperature distribution at the front It is possible to select a temperature-distri- bution pattern, providing different levels of heating for the seat cushion and the back- rest according to your wishes. Control Center, for principle details, refer to page 16: 1. Open "Climate" 2. Select "Seat heater distribution" and
press the controller
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Active seat*
The seat cushion is actively varied by alter- nately raising and lowering the right and left half of the seat cushion. This reduces mus- cular tension and fatigue to help prevent lower back pain. Center console: To activate, press the button; the indicator lamp lights up. If you switch off the active seat, it can take up to 1 minute before the two halves of the seat cushion have returned to their initial position.
Mirrors
Adjusting exterior mirrors
Arm rest in the driver's door: 1 4-way adjustment 2 To select mirror for adjustment
To prevent the exterior mirrors on this vehicle from being damaged, always
fold them in by hand before entering an automatic car wash.<
3. Move the controller to the left or right to
select "Driver" or "Passenger"
4. Turn the controller. The adjustment is
adopted; the field can be changed.
Active seat ventilation*
The system progresses one step through the control sequence each time you press the button. To switch off: Maintain pressure on the button for several seconds.
Use level 3 to cool the passenger compartment rapidly, for instance,
when heat accumulates in the vehicle. After a short time, there is an automatic return to level 2 to prevent undercooling of the occu- pant's back.<
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You can also adjust the mirrors manually by pressing against the outer edges of their lenses. Storing the mirror positions, refer to Seat, mirror and steering wheel memory on page 38.
The mirror on the passenger's side features a lens with a more convex
surface than the mirror installed on the driver's side. When estimating the distance between yourself and other traffic, bear in mind that the objects reflected in the mirror are closer than they appear. This means that estimations of the distance to following traffic should not be regarded as precise.<
Self-defrosting mirrors Both exterior mirrors are automatically heated in ignition key position 2.
Interior rearview mirror
lowing vehicles by automatically dimming through an infinitely-variable range.There are two photocells located in the interior rearview mirror for this purpose. One is integrated within the mirror's lens, while the other is located at an offset position on the rear of the mirror housing. The mirrors automatically revert to their clear, undimmed mode whenever you engage reverse gear or place the selector lever into position R.
For trouble-free operation, keep the photocells clean and do not cover the
area between the interior rearview mirror and the windshield. Do not attach any kind of stickers on the windshield in front of the mirror.<
Steering wheel adjustment Do not adjust the steering wheel while the vehicle is moving. There is a risk of accident from unexpected movement.<
To reduce the dazzle effect of following vehicles at night, turn the knob beneath the mirror.
Interior and exterior mirrors, automatic dimming feature*
These mirrors automatically respond to ambient light and headlamp glare from fol-
The steering wheel can be adjusted in any of four directions by pressing the appropri- ate end of the button. Storing steering wheel positions, refer to Seat, mirror and steering wheel memory on page 38.
Automatic steering wheel adjustment In conjunction with seat, mirror and steer- ing wheel memory. The steering wheel automatically moves as high up and far forward as possible to ease driver entry and exit before then returning
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