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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.
Personal Profile settings Details on the settings are provided on the specified pages. > When unlocking with the remote control, either unlock only the driver's door or the entire vehicle, refer to page 30
> Locking the vehicle after a short time or
after starting off, refer to page 32
> Assigning the programmable buttons* on
the steering wheel, refer to page 53
> Settings for the display on the Control Dis-
play: > Brightness of the Control Display, refer
to page 83
> Measuring units for consumption, route/
distances, temperature, and pressure, refer to page 84
> Language on Control Display, refer to
page 84
> 12h/24h mode of the clock, refer to
page 83
> Date format, refer to page 83
> Showing optical warning for PDC Park Dis-
tance Control*, refer to page 85
> Selection and brightness of display in
Head-Up Display*, refer to page 97
> Display settings of BMW Night Vision*,
refer to page 99
> Air distribution, temperature in the upper
body area and intensity of the automatic air conditioning system, refer to page 106
> Setting voice instructions for destination
guidance in the navigation system*, refer to page 147
In addition, the following, most recently selected settings are recalled during unlocking: > Positions of driver's seat, outside mirrors,
and steering wheel*, refer to page 47
> Audio sources, volume and tone settings,
refer to page 153
> Radio, displaying stored stations, refer to
page 156
> Telephone, setting volume, refer to
pages 178, 184
Central locking system
The concept The central locking system is ready for opera- tion whenever the driver's door is closed. The system simultaneously engages and releases the locks on the following: > Doors
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> Luggage compartment lid or tailgate and
rear window
> Fuel filler door
Operating from outside > via the remote control > via the door lock > with comfort access* via the door handles At the same time, the anti-theft system is also operated. It prevents the doors from being unlocked using the lock buttons or door han- dles. The interior lamps and the courtesy lamps* are also switched on and off with the remote control. The alarm system is armed/ disarmed at the same time. You can find more detailed information on the alarm system on page 37.
Operating from inside Via the button for central locking, refer to page 32. The fuel filler door is not locked. In an accident of sufficient severity, the central locking system automatically unlocks the vehi- cle. In addition, the hazard warning flashers and interior lamps come on.
Opening and closing: from outside
Sports Wagon with xDrive: the vehicle is raised somewhat at the rear after locking.
This is normal and is linked to minor noises.<
Using remote control
Because any persons or animals left unat- tended 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.<
Unlocking Press the This unlocks the vehicle.
button.
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You can set how the vehicle is unlocked. The setting is stored for the remote control currently in use. iDrive, for explanation of principle, refer to page 16. 1. Press the
button.
This opens the start menu.
2. Press the controller to open the menu. 3. Select "Vehicle settings" and press the
controller.
4. Select "Door locks" and press the control-
ler.
5. Select "Central locking" and press the con-
troller.
6. Select "Unlock button" and press the con-
troller.
7. Select a menu item:
> "All doors" Press the entire vehicle.
button once to unlock the
> "Driver's door only"
Press the button once to unlock only the driver's door and the fuel filler door. Press the button twice to unlock the entire vehicle.
8. Press the controller.
Convenience opening Press the the glass sunroof* open.
button longer. The windows and
Locking Press the
button.
Switching on interior lamps With vehicle locked: Press the You can also use this function to locate your vehicle in parking garages etc.
button.
Panic mode* You can also trigger the alarm system in case of danger: Press the Switch off alarm: press any button.
button for at least 3 seconds.
Sedan: opening luggage compartment lid Press the The luggage compartment lid opens, regard- less of whether it was previously locked or unlocked.
button for approx. 1 second.
During opening, the luggage compart- ment lid pivots back and up. Ensure that adequate clearance is available before opening. To prevent accidentally locking yourself out, never lay the remote control in the luggage compartment. A previously locked luggage compartment lid is also locked again after clos- ing.<
Sports Wagon: unlocking tailgate Press the button for approx. 1 second. The tailgate will open slightly, regardless of whether it was previously locked or unlocked. During opening, the tailgate pivots back and up. Ensure that adequate clearance is
available before opening. To prevent accidentally locking yourself out, never lay the remote control in the luggage compartment. A previously locked tailgate is also locked again after closing.
When opening the tailgate, the roll-up cover is raised. Before closing the tailgate, press down the roll-up cover until it engages.<
If pointed or sharp-edged objects could strike the rear window while driving, be sure to provide protection around all edges. Failure to do so could result in damage to the heating conductors of the rear window.<
Setting confirmation signals You can vary or also deactivate the confirmation signals for locking or unlocking. 1. Open the start menu. 2. Press the controller to open the menu. 3. Select "Vehicle settings" and press the
controller.
4. Select "Door locks" and press the control-
ler.
5. Select "Confirmation" and press the con-
troller.
6. Select the desired signal. 7. Press the controller.
The signal is activated.
Malfunctions The remote control may malfunction due to local radio waves. Should the remote control fail to operate owing to interference of this kind, unlock and lock the vehicle via the door lock using a key. If it is no longer possible to lock the vehicle using the remote control, then the battery is discharged. Use this remote control during an extended drive; this will recharge the battery, refer to page 28.
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Convenience operation You also have the option of operating the win- dows and the glass sunroof* from the driver's door lock. Turn and hold the key in the positions for unlocking or locking.
Watch during the closing process to be sure that no one is injured. Releasing the
key stops the operation.<
Manual operation In the event of an electrical malfunction, you can turn a key all the way to the right or left in the door lock to lock or unlock the driver's door.
Opening and closing: from inside
For US owners only The transmitter and receiver units comply with part 15 of the FCC/Federal Communication Commission regulations. Operation is gov- erned by the following: FCC ID: LX8766S LX8766E LX8CAS LX8CAS2
Compliance statement: This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: > This device must not cause harmful inter-ference, and
> this device must accept any interference 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 equipment.<
Using door lock
This button serves to unlock or lock doors and the luggage compartment lid or tailgate and rear window with the front doors closed, but does not activate the anti-theft system. The fuel filler door remains unlocked. You can also set the situations in which the vehicle is locked. iDrive, for explanation of principle, refer to page 16. 1. Press the
button.
This opens the start menu.
2. Press the controller to open the menu. 3. Select "Vehicle settings" and press the
controller.
4. Select "Door locks" and press the control-
ler.
When unlocking 1. Turning the key once unlocks the driver's
door and the fuel filler door.
2. Turning the key a second time unlocks the remaining doors and the luggage compart- ment lid/tailgate.
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5. Select "Central locking" and press the con-
troller.
6. Select a menu item:
> "Relock door if not opened"
The central locking system automati- cally locks the vehicle after a short time when no door has been opened.
> "Lock after driving"
The central locking system automati- cally locks the vehicle as soon as you start to drive.
7. Press the controller.
The setting is selected.
The setting is stored for the remote control cur- rently in use.
Unlocking and opening doors > Either unlock the doors together with the button for the central locking system and then pull the door handle above the armrest or
> pull on the door handle of each door twice: the first time unlocks the door, the second time opens it.
Locking > Use the central locking button to lock all of
the doors simultaneously, or
> press down the lock button of a door.
To prevent you from being locked out, the open driver's door cannot be locked using the lock button.
Because any persons or animals left unat- tended 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.<
Doors
Automatic soft closing* To close the doors, merely press it closed gen- tly. The closing process will then be carried out automatically.
Make sure that the closing path of the doors is clear; as otherwise injuries may
result.<
Luggage compartment lid/ tailgate
During opening, the luggage compart- ment lid/tailgate pivots back and up.
Ensure that adequate clearance is available before opening.<
Sedan
Opening from inside
Press the button: the luggage compartment lid opens unless it has been locked.
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Opening from outside
alarm is inadvertently triggered: switch off the alarm, refer to page 38.<
Closing
Make sure that the closing path of the luggage compartment lid is clear, other-
wise injuries may result.<
Press the button on the luggage compartment lid or the approx. 1 second: the luggage compartment lid opens.
button on the remote control for
All keys, refer to page 28, fit the luggage- compartment lid lock.
Locking separately Turn a key in the lock of the luggage compart- ment lid to the right past a resistance point and remove it in the horizontal position. This locks the luggage compartment lid and disconnects it from the central locking system. If you then hand over the remote control without the integrated key, refer to page 28, no access is possible via the luggage compartment lid. This is an advantage when using valet parking, for example.
Unlocking again and opening manually Turn the key toward the left up to the stop: the luggage compartment lid opens.
If you use the lock to unlock the luggage compartment lid while the alarm system is armed, the alarm will be triggered. You should therefore unlock the vehicle ahead of time. If the
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The handle recesses on the interior trim of the luggage compartment lid make it easier to pull down.
Emergency release
Pull lever in luggage compartment. The lug- gage compartment lid is unlocked.
Sports Wagon: opening and closing rear window Small items can be loaded and unloaded quickly when the rear window is opened sepa- rately.
Sports Wagon: tailgate
Opening from inside
Press the button: the rear window opens some- what. It can be swung upward. Press the window closed to close.
When opening the rear window, the roll- up cover is raised. Before closing the rear
window, press down the roll-up cover until it engages.<
If pointed or sharp-edged objects could strike the rear window while driving, be sure to provide protection around all edges. Failure to do so could result in damage to the heating conductors of the rear window.<
Automatic roll-up cover* When opening the rear window, the roll-up cover is raised, and when the rear window is closed, it is lowered.
Make sure that the closing area of the roll- up cover is clear of obstructions, as other-
wise the payload or the roll-up cover may be damaged.< Details on the roll-up cover are provided on page 117.
Press the button: the tailgate opens somewhat unless it has been locked.
Opening from outside
Press the button on the tailgate or the but- ton on the remote control for approx. 1 second: the tailgate opens somewhat. It can be swung upward.
When opening the tailgate, the roll-up cover is raised. Before closing the tail-
gate, press down the roll-up cover until it engages.<
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Opening manually In case of an electrical defect: 1. From the cargo area, press out the cover 1
on the tailgate with a screwdriver.
Sports Wagon: automatic tailgate operation*
Adjusting opening height You can adjust how far the tailgate is to open. iDrive, for explanation of principle, refer to page 16. 1. Press the
button.
This opens the start menu.
2. Press the controller to open the menu. 3. Select "Vehicle settings" and press the
controller.
4. Select "Door locks" and press the control-
2. Press the locking bar 2 in the direction of
ler.
the arrow.
3. Open the tailgate and press in the cover
again.
The tailgate is locked again as soon as it is closed.
Closing
Make sure that the closing path of the tail- gate is clear, otherwise injuries may
result.<
5. Select "Tailgate" and press the controller.
6. Turn the controller. The adjustment is
applied; the field can be changed.
Opening tailgate The tailgate opens automatically when you: > Press the button on the outside of the tail-
gate when the vehicle is unlocked.
The handle recesses on the interior trim of the tailgate make it easier to pull down. To close the tailgate, merely press it down gen- tly. The closing process will then be carried out automatically.
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> Press the
button in the driver's foot-
well.
> Press the
button on the remote control
for approx. 1 second.
During opening, the tailgate pivots back and up. Ensure that adequate clearance is
available before opening.< To interrupt opening: > Press the button on the outside of the tail-
gate.
> Press and hold the
button on the remote
control.
> Press the button on the inside of the tail-
gate.
Automatic roll-up cover When the tailgate or rear window is opened, the roll-up cover is raised, and when the tailgate and rear window is closed, it is lowered.
Make sure that the closing area of the roll- up cover is clear of obstructions, as other-
wise the payload or the roll-up cover may be damaged.< Details on the roll-up cover are provided on page 117.
Closing tailgate
Make sure that the closing path of the tail- gate is clear, otherwise injuries may
result.<
The tailgate closes automatically when the but- ton on the inside of the tailgate is pressed. To interrupt closing: > Press the button on the inside of the tail-
gate.
> Press the button on the outside of the tail-
gate.
Closing is not canceled when you put the vehicle into motion.<
Alarm system
The concept The vehicle alarm system responds: > When a door, the hood or the luggage com-
partment lid/tailgate or rear window is opened
> To movements in the vehicle: Interior
motion sensor, refer to page 38
> To changes in the vehicle's tilt if someone
attempts to steal the wheels or tow the vehicle
> To interruptions in battery voltage Unauthorized operations are briefly signaled by the alarm system: > with an acoustic alarm > by switching on the hazard warning flashers > by flashing the high beams
Arming and disarming 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.
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The luggage compartment lid/tailgate can also be opened with the system armed with the
button on the remote control, refer to page 33. When the luggage compartment lid/tailgate is closed, it is locked and monitored again.
Switching off alarm > Unlock the vehicle using the remote control,
refer to page 30.
> Insert the remote control all the way into the
ignition lock.
Indicator lamp displays
> The indicator lamp under the inside rear- view mirror flashes continuously: the sys- tem is armed.
> The indicator lamp flashes after locking:
doors, hood, luggage compartment lid/tail- gate or rear window is/are not properly closed. Even if you do not close the alerted area, the system begins to monitor the remaining areas, and the indicator lamp flashes continuously after approx. 10 sec- onds. However, the interior motion sensor is not activated.
> The indicator lamp goes out after unlocking:
your vehicle has not been disturbed while you were away.
> The indicator lamp flashes after unlocking until the remote control is inserted into the ignition lock, however for a maximum of approx. 5 minutes: your vehicle has been disturbed while you were away.
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Tilt alarm sensor The tilt of the vehicle is monitored. The alarm system reacts, e.g. in case of an attempted wheel theft or towing.
Interior motion sensor In order for the interior motion sensor to func- tion properly, the windows and glass sunroof* must be completely closed.
Avoiding unintentional alarms The tilt alarm sensor and interior motion sensor may be switched off at the same time. This pre- vents unintentional alarms, e.g. in the following situations: > In stacking garages > When transporting on car-carrying trains > When animals are to remain in the vehicle
button on the remote control
Switching off tilt alarm sensor and interior motion sensor Press the again as soon as the vehicle is locked. The indicator lamp lights up briefly and then flashes continuously. The tilt alarm sensor and the interior motion sensor are switched off until the next time the vehicle is unlocked and subse- quently locked again.
Comfort access* Comfort access enables you to access your vehicle without having to hold the remote con- trol in your hand. It is sufficient to carry the remote control with you, e.g. in your jacket pocket. The vehicle automatically detects the related remote control in the immediate vicinity or in the interior. Comfort access supports the following func- tions: > Unlocking/locking vehicle > Comfort locking > Opening luggage compartment lid/tailgate
separately
> Sports Wagon: opening rear window sepa-
rately
> Starting engine
Functional requirement > The vehicle or the luggage compartment
lid/tailgate can only be locked if the vehicle detects that the remote control you are car- rying is outside the vehicle.
> The next unlocking and locking cycle is not
possible until after approx. 2 seconds.
> The engine can only be started if the vehicle detects that the remote control is located in the vehicle.
Comparison with ordinary remote control You can control the functions mentioned previ- ously with the comfort access or by pressing the buttons on the remote control. Therefore, please familiarize yourself with the information on opening and closing beginning on page 28 beforehand. The special features when using comfort access are described in the following.
Should a short delay occur when opening or closing the windows or the glass sun- roof, the system is checking whether a remote control is located in the vehicle. Please repeat opening or closing if necessary.<
Releasing
Completely grasp a door handle, arrow 1. This corresponds to pressing the If a remote control is detected in the interior after unlocking, the electric steering-wheel lock unlocks, refer to page 58.
button.
Locking > For the driver's door, touch the area high-
lighted in the picture, arrow 2, with your fin- ger for approx. 1 second.
> For the remaining doors, touch the area
highlighted in the picture, arrow 3, with your finger for approx. 1 second.
This corresponds to pressing the ton.
but-
Please make sure that the ignition and all current consumers are switched off
before locking to save the battery.<
Comfort locking Hold a finger or the back of the hand on the sur- face, arrow 2 or 3. The windows and the glass sunroof* are closed.
Watch during the closing process to be sure that no one is injured. Removing the
hand from the door handle stops the closing process immediately.<
Opening luggage compartment lid/ tailgate separately Press the button on the luggage compartment lid/tailgate. This corresponds to pressing the
button.
If a remote control accidentally left in the luggage compartment/cargo area is
detected in the locked vehicle after closing the luggage compartment lid/tailgate or the rear window, the lid or rear window opens again. The hazard warning flashers flash and a signal* sounds.<
Sports Wagon: opening rear window separately Press the button on the rear window, refer to page 34.
Switching on radio readiness By briefly pressing the Start/Stop button, you switch on the radio readiness, refer to page 58.
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When doing so, do not depress the brake or clutch pedal, as otherwise the engine
will start immediately.<
1. Remove integrated key from remote con-
trol, refer to page 28.
2. Remove cover.
Starting engine You can start the engine or switch on the switch on ignition if a remote control is located in the interior of the vehicle. It need not be inserted in the ignition lock, refer to page 58. If you take the remote control with you when leaving the vehicle with the engine running, a warning lamp lights up. In addition, a message appears on the Control Display. As long as no remote control is detected in the vehicle, it is only possible to restart the engine within approx. 10 seconds after it is switched off.
Switching off engine with automatic transmission The engine can only be switched off in the selector lever position P, refer to page 60. To switch off the engine in the selector lever position N, the remote control must be inserted in the ignition lock.
Insert remote control into ignition lock.
Before driving into a car wash with automatic transmission 1. 2. Depress brake pedal. 3. Place selector lever in position N. 4. Switch off the engine. The vehicle can roll.
Malfunction The comfort access function may malfunction due to local radio waves. Then open or close the vehicle with the buttons on the remote control or with a key. To start the engine following this, insert the remote control in the ignition lock.
Replacing battery The remote control for comfort access contains a battery which must be replaced if necessary.
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3. Lay in new battery with positive side facing
upward.
4. Press cover closed.
Return used battery to a recycling collec- tion point or to your BMW center.<
Windows
To prevent injuries, exercise care when closing the windows and keep them in
your field of vision until they are shut. Always take along the remote control when you leave the vehicle, otherwise children could, for example, operate the windows and injure them- selves.<
Opening, closing
> Press switch to resistance point:
The window continues to open as long as you keep the switch pressed.
> Press switch beyond resistance point:
The window opens automatically. Pressing the switch again stops the opening move- ment.
You can close the windows in the same manner by pulling the switch. Separate switches for the rear windows are located in the rear. For information on using the convenience oper- ation at the door lock or with the remote control, refer to page 31 or 32. For information on comfort closing with comfort access, refer to page 39.
After switching off ignition You can still operate the windows with the remote control removed or the ignition switched off for approx. 1 minute, as long as neither of the front doors has been opened.
Pinch protection system If the closing force rises beyond a predefined threshold during closing, the system will imme- diately stop moving the window prior to lower- ing it slightly.
Despite the pinch protection system, inspect the window's travel path prior to
closing it, as the safety system might fail to detect certain kinds of obstructions, such as thin objects, and the window would continue closing. Pulling the switch beyond the resistance point and holding it limits the response of the pinch protection system. In this case, if the closing force exceeds a defined threshold, the window will only open a little. If the switch is pulled past the resistance point again within approx. 4 seconds, the pinch pro- tection system will be deactivated. Do not install any accessories in the range of movement of the windows, as otherwise the pinch protection system will be impaired.<
Safety switch
With the safety switch, you can prevent the rear windows from being opened or closed via the switches in the rear passenger area, by chil- dren, for example. The LED lights up when this safety feature is activated.
Always press the safety switch when chil- dren ride in the rear, otherwise
unchecked closing of the windows could lead to injuries.<
Glass sunroof*, electric The glass sunroof is ready for operation with the ignition switched on, refer to page 58.
To prevent injuries, exercise care when closing the glass sunroof and keep it in
your field of vision until it is closed. Always take along the remote control when you leave the vehicle, otherwise children could, for example, operate the roof and injure them- selves.<
Raising Press switch. > The closed glass sunroof is raised and the
sliding visor opens slightly.
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Despite the pinch protection system, inspect the sunroof's travel path prior to
closing it, as the safety system might fail to detect certain kinds of obstructions, such as very thin objects, and the sunroof would con- tinue closing. Pressing the switch beyond the resistance point and holding it there deactivates the pinch protection system.<
Following interruptions in electrical power supply After a power loss, the sunroof may only respond to the lift command. The system must be initialized. BMW recommends having this work done by your BMW center.
Moving manually In the event of an electrical malfunction, you can move the glass sunroof manually: 1. Fold the cover panel down, if necessary
using a screwdriver from the onboard tool kit, refer to page 211.
2.
Insert the Allen wrench supplied with the onboard tool kit, refer to page 211, into the opening provided. Move the glass sunroof in the desired direction. The arrow below indicates the rotation direction for closing.
> The opened glass sunroof automatically
moves into the raised position. The sliding visor remains completely open.
Do not use force to close the headliner insert with the glass sunroof in its raised position, otherwise the mechanism will be dam- aged.<
Opening, closing > Press switch back to the resistance point. The glass sunroof and the sliding visor open together for as long as you hold the switch in this position.
> Press switch back past the resistance point. The glass sunroof and the sliding visor open automatically. Briefly press the switch again to stop the opening movement.
In a similar manner, the glass sunroof closes when you slide the switch forward. The sliding visor remains open and can be closed by hand. For information on using the convenience oper- ation at the door lock or with the remote control, refer to page 31 or 32. For information on comfort closing with comfort access, refer to page 39.
Automatic opening and closing Press the switch past the resistance point. The following movements are also automatic: > When the sunroof is open, press the switch in the lifting direction: the sunroof is raised all the way.
> When the sunroof is raised, press the
switch in the opening direction: the sunroof is opened all the way.
Pressing the switch again stops the motion.
Pinch protection system If the glass sunroof encounters resistance when closing from roughly the center of the roof opening or when closing from the raised posi- tion, the closing action is interrupted and the glass sunroof reopens a short way.
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Sports Wagon: Panorama glass sunroof The panorama glass sunroof is ready for opera- tion with the ignition switched on, refer to page 58.
To prevent injuries, exercise care when closing the panorama glass sunroof and
keep it in your field of vision until it is closed. Always take along the remote control when you leave the vehicle, otherwise children could, for example, operate the roof and injure them- selves.<
Raising, opening, closing
Press the switch or slide it in the desired direc- tion up to the resistance point. The sliding visor is opened: > together with the sunroof > slightly when the sunroof is tilted With the sunroof closed or tilted, the sliding visor can be opened and closed independently. For information on using the convenience oper- ation at the door lock or with the remote control, refer to page 31 or 32. For information on comfort closing with comfort access, refer to page 39.
Ventilation setting Press the switch: The sunroof is raised and the sliding visor is opened slightly.
Automatic opening and closing Press the switch past the resistance point. Pressing the switch again stops the motion.
Opening and closing sunroof and sliding visor together Press the switch beyond the resistance point twice consecutively. Pressing the switch again stops the motion.
Comfort position Each time the panorama glass sunroof is com- pletely opened and then closed, it stops in the comfort position. If desired, continue the motion following this with the switch. In the comfort position the wind noises in the interior are reduced.
Pinch protection system If the panorama glass sunroof or sliding visor encounter resistance when closing from roughly one third of the sunroof opening or when closing from the raised position, the clos- ing action is interrupted and the panorama glass sunroof and sliding visor reopen a little.
Despite the pinch protection system, inspect the sunroof's travel path prior to
closing it, as the safety system might fail to detect certain kinds of obstructions, such as very thin objects, and the sunroof would con- tinue closing. Pressing the switch beyond the resistance point and holding it there deactivates the pinch protection system.<
Following interruptions in electrical power supply After a power loss, the sunroof may only respond to the lift command. The system must be initialized. BMW recommends having this work done by your BMW center.
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Moving manually In the event of an electrical malfunction, you can move the roof manually: 1. Fold back the cover, using the screwdriver
from the toolkit at the points indicated if necessary, refer to page 211.
2. Remove the Allen key from the mounting next to the toolkit and insert it in the open- ing provided. Move the sunroof in the desired direction. The arrow below indi- cates the rotation direction for closing.
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Adjustments
Sitting safely The ideal sitting position can make a vital con- tribution to relaxed, fatigue-free driving. In the interaction with the safety belts, the head restraints and the airbags, the seat position plays an important role in an accident. To ensure that the safety systems operate with optimal efficiency, we strongly urge you to observe the instructions contained in the fol- lowing section. For additional information on transporting chil- dren safely, refer to page 54.
Airbags
Always maintain an adequate distance between yourself and the airbags. Always hold the steering wheel by its rim with hands at the 9 o'clock and 3 o'clock positions, to mini- mize the risk of injuries to your hands and arms in the event of airbag deployment. No one and nothing is to come between the air- bags 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 sitting correctly and does not rest feet or legs on the instrument panel, otherwise leg injuries can occur if the front airbag is triggered. Make sure that occupants do not rest their head on the side or head airbag, otherwise injuries can occur if the airbags are triggered.< Even if you adhere to all the instructions, inju- ries resulting from contact with airbags cannot be fully excluded, depending on the circum- stances. The ignition and inflation noise may provoke a mild hearing loss in extremely sensi- tive individuals. This effect is usually only tem- porary. For airbag locations and additional information on airbags, refer to page 94.
Head restraints A correctly adjusted head restraint reduces the risk of spinal injury in the event of an accident.
Adjust the head restraint so that its center is approx. at ear level. Otherwise there is
increased danger of injury in the event of an accident.< Head restraints, refer to page 48.
Safety belts Before every drive, make sure that safety belts are being worn at all of the occupied seats. Air- bags complement the safety belt as an addi- tional safety device, but they do not represent a substitute. Your vehicle is provided with five seats, which are all equipped with a safety belt.
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. Make sure that the belt lies low around the hips in the lap area and does not press on the abdomen. The safety belt may not lie across the neck, rub on sharp edges, be routed over solid or breakable objects or be pinched. Wear the safety belt without twisting, snugly across the lap and shoulders, as close to the body as pos- sible. Otherwise the belt can slip over the hips in the lap area in a frontal impact and injure the abdomen. Avoid wearing clothing that prevents the belt from fitting properly and pull the belt in the upper body area periodically to readjust the tension, in order to avoid a reduction in the restraint of the safety belt. Sports Wagon: if the middle safety belt in the rear is used, the larger seatback half must be locked, refer to page 117, otherwise the middle safety belt has no restraining action.< Safety belts, refer to page 49.
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