Login- Download PDF Manual
-
wheel.
2. Remove accumulations of mud or dirt from
the mounting surfaces of the wheel and hub. Also clean the lug bolts.
3. Position the new wheel or compact wheel. Secure the wheel by screwing at least two lug bolts into opposite bolt holes. When you mount wheels other than Genu- ine BMW light-alloy wheels, different lug bolts may also be required.
4. Screw in the remaining lug bolts. Tighten all
the bolts securely in a diagonal pattern.
5. Lower the vehicle and remove the jack from
beneath the vehicle.
After mounting 1. Tighten the lug bolts in a diagonal pattern.
To ensure safety, always have the lug bolts checked with a calibrated
torque wrench as soon as possible to ensure that they are tightened to the speci- fied torque. The tightening torque is 88.5 lb ft/120 Nm.<
2. When stowing the wheel and tools in the
vehicle, execute these steps in the reverse order.
241
s
3. Check and correct the tire inflation pressure
at the earliest opportunity.
Protect valve stems with valve stem seal caps against dirt and contamina- tion. Dirt in valve stems is a frequent source of gradual air loss.< Initialize the Flat Tire Monitor, refer to page 94, or reset the Tire Pressure Monitor, refer to page 96.
4.
5. Replace the damaged tire as soon as possi-
ble and have the new wheel/tire balanced.
Driving with compact wheel Drive reservedly and do not exceed a speed of 50 mph/80 km/h. The driving characteristics change, for example reduced track stability on braking, extended braking distance, and altered self-steering characteristics in the limit range. In conjunction with winter tires, these characteristics are more pronounced.
Only one compact wheel may be mounted. You should re-equip with
Disposal
Have old batteries disposed of by your BMW center or hand them in to a recy-
cling center. Maintain the battery in an upright position for transport and storage. Always restrain the battery to prevent it from tipping over during transport.<
Power failure After a temporary power loss, the functioning of some equipment may be limited and require reinitialization. Individual settings are also lost and must be updated: > Seat, mirror and steering wheel memory
The positions must be stored again, refer to page 48.
> Time and Date
The values must be updated, refer to page 85.
> Radio
Stations must be stored again if necessary, refer to page 172. > Navigation system
wheels and tires of the original size as quickly as possible.<
Wait until the system starts, refer to page 140.
Vehicle battery
Fuses
Battery care The battery is 100% maintenance-free, i.e., the electrolyte will last for the life of the battery when the vehicle is operated in a temperate cli- mate. Your BMW center will be glad to advise in all matters concerning the battery.
Charging battery Only charge the battery in the vehicle via the terminals in the engine compartment with the engine switched off. Connections, refer to Jump starting on page 246.
Never attempt to repair a blown fuse and do not replace a defective fuse with a sub- stitute of another color or amperage rating, as this could lead to a circuit overload, ultimately resulting in a fire in the vehicle.<
Sedan Spare fuses, plastic tweezers and fuse alloca- tion diagram are located in the compartment for the onboard tool kit, refer to page 234.
Sports Wagon Spare fuses and a pair of plastic tweezers are contained in the onboard tool kit, refer to page 234. A fuse allocation diagram is located in the cargo bay behind the right-hand side panel.
242
In glove compartment 1. Release both quick-release fasteners.
2. Fold the cover forward or remove.
Sedan: in cargo bay 1. Lift up floor mat. 2. Release the quick-release fastener of the
right side panel and pull out the panel.
Sports Wagon: in cargo bay
1. Unhook the retaining strap*, refer to
page 126.
2. Open the right-hand side panel.
243
Giving and receiving assistance
Emergency call Conditions for an emergency call: > Full preparation package mobile phone.
With this equipment, an emergency call is still possible when no mobile phone is paired in the vehicle.
> BMW Assist is activated. Activating
BMW Assist, refer to page 212.
> Radio readiness is activated. > The BMW Assist system is logged on to a
mobile phone network.
> The emergency call system is operable. Once your service contract for BMW Assist expires, the BMW Assist system can be deacti- vated by a BMW center without you having to visit a workshop. Once the BMW Assist system has been deactivated, emergency calls are not possible. The BMW Assist system be reacti- vated by a BMW center after signing a new con- tract.
Initiating an emergency call 1. Briefly press protective cover to open.
Depending on the vehicle's equipment, the arrangement of the switches and indicator lamps may differ somewhat.
Even if you are unable to answer, the BMW Assist Response Center can take further steps to help you under certain conditions. If conditions allow, remain in the vehicle until the connection has been established. You will then be able to provide a detailed description of the situation. If the current position of your vehicle can be determined, it will be transmitted to the BMW Assist Response Center. If the LED is flashing but the BMW Assist Response Center cannot be heard over the hands-free system, it is possible that the hands-free system is malfunctioning. You may still be heard by the BMW Assist Response Center, however. Under certain conditions, an emergency call is automatically initiated immediately after a severe accident. The automatic emergency call is not affected by the button being pressed.
For technical reasons, the emergency call cannot be guaranteed under unfavorable
conditions.<
You can also use other services of BMW Assist with this button, refer to
page 207.<
2. Press the button for at least 2 seconds. The LED in the button lights up. As soon as the voice connection to the BMW Assist Response Center has been established, the LED flashes.
244
Warning triangle* The warning triangle is located in the luggage compartment lid/tailgate.
Sedan
Sedan
The first-aid kit is located in the luggage com- partment lid. Loosen the wing nut to open.
Sports Wagon
Loosen the wing nut to open.
Sports Wagon
Release the two quick-release fasteners and fold down the trim piece.
First-aid kit* Some of the articles contained in the first-aid kit have a limited service life. Therefore, check the expiration dates of the contents regularly and replace the contents concerned in good time if necessary.
The first-aid kit is located in the right side panel of the cargo bay. Before opening the side panel, pull the retaining strap* toward the rear by its rear end and unhook it.
Roadside Assistance* The Roadside Assistance of the BMW Group offers you assistance in the event of a break- down around the clock, including on weekends and public holidays. The phone numbers of the Roadside Assis- tance in your home country can be found in the Contact brochure. With BMW Assist you can contact the Roadside Assistance of the BMW Group for assistance in the event of a breakdown directly via iDrive, refer to page 208.
245
Jump starting When your battery is discharged, you can use two jumper cables to start your BMW with power from the battery in a second vehicle. You can also use the same method to help start another vehicle. Use only jumper cables with fully-insulated clamp handles.
To avoid the risk of potentially fatal injury, always avoid all contact with electrical
components while the engine is running. Care- fully adhere to the following sequence, both to prevent damage to one or both vehicles, and to guard against possible personal injuries.<
Preparation 1. Check whether the battery of the other
vehicle has a voltage of 12 Volts and approximately the same capacitance in Ah. This information can be found on the bat- tery.
2. Switch off the engine of the assisting vehi-
cle.
3. Switch off any electrical systems and com-
ponents in both vehicles.
There must not be any contact between the bodies of the two vehicles, otherwise
there is a danger of shorting.<
Connecting jumper cables
To avoid personal injury from sparks, fol- low this sequence when connecting
jumper cables.< In your BMW, the so-called jump-starting termi- nal in the engine compartment serves as a pos- itive terminal for the battery, also refer to engine compartment overview on page 229. The cover cap is marked with a +.
1. Fold open the cover of the BMW jump- starting terminal. To do so, pull the tab.
2. Attach one end of the jumper cable plus/+ to the positive terminal of the battery or a jump-starting terminal of the vehicle provid- ing assistance.
3. Attach the second end of the cable to the
positive terminal of the battery or to a start- ing-aid terminal of the vehicle to be started. 4. Attach one end of the jumper cable minus/– to the negative terminal of the battery or to an engine or body ground of the assisting vehicle. Your BMW has a special nut as body ground or negative terminal.
5. Attach the second end of the cable to the negative terminal of the battery or to the engine or body ground of the vehicle to be started.
246
Access to screw thread Press the arrow symbol on the cover in the bumper. Front:
Starting engine 1. Start the engine on the assisting vehicle
and allow it to run at idle for several minutes at slightly increased speed.
2. Start the engine on the other vehicle in the
usual way. If the first starting attempt is not successful, wait a few minutes before another attempt in order to allow the discharged battery to recharge.
3. Let the engines run for a few minutes. 4. Disconnect the jumper cables by reversing
the connection sequence.
Check the battery and recharge if necessary.
Rear:
Never use spray fluids to start the engine.<
Tow-starting and towing
Observe applicable laws and regulations for tow-starting and towing.< Do not transport any passengers other than the driver in a vehicle that is being
towed.<
Using tow fitting The screw-on tow-fitting must always be car- ried in the vehicle. It can be screwed in at the front or rear of the BMW. Sedan: It is located in the toolkit in the luggage com- partment lid, refer to page 234. Sports Wagon: It is located in the toolkit behind the left side panel in the cargo bay, refer to page 234.
Use only the tow fitting provided with the vehicle and screw it all the way in. Use the tow fitting for towing only on roads. Avoid lateral loading of the tow fitting, e.g. do not lift the vehi- cle by the tow fitting. Otherwise damage to the tow fitting and the vehicle can occur.<
Being towed
Make sure that the ignition is switched on, refer to page 60, otherwise the low
beams, tail lamps, turn signals and windshield wipers would not be available. Do not tow the vehicle with the rear axle raised, as otherwise the steering can turn to the left or right. When the engine is stopped, there is no power assist. This then requires increased effort for braking and steering. Active steering is deactivated and larger steering wheel movements are required.< Switch on the hazard warning flashers depend- ing on the local regulations. If the electrical sys- tem fails, mark the vehicle to be towed, e.g. with a sign or warning triangle in the rear window.
247
With tow rope When starting off in the towing vehicle, make sure that the tow rope is taut.
To avoid jerking and the associated stresses on vehicle components when
towing, always use nylon ropes or nylon straps. Only attach tow ropes to the tow fittings, as attachment to other vehicle parts can lead to damage.<
With tow truck
Have the BMW transported with a tow truck with a so-called lift bar or on a flat bed.
With tow truck for 528xi, 535xi
Do not tow a BMW with xDrive with just the front or rear axle raised, otherwise the
wheels could lock up and the transfer case could be damaged.<
Have the vehicle transported on a flatbed sur- face only.
Manual transmission Gearshift lever in neutral position.
Automatic and sport automatic transmission
Before towing, manually release the transmission lock, even if there is no mal- function in the transmission. Otherwise there is a risk that the transmission lock will automati- cally be engaged during towing.< Manually unlocking and locking transmission lock, refer to page 64.
Do not exceed a towing speed of 45 mph/ 70 km/h and a towing distance of
90 miles/150 km, otherwise the automatic transmission may be damaged.<
Towing methods
Do not lift vehicle by tow fitting or body and chassis parts, otherwise damage may
result.< In some countries, towing with tow bars or ropes in public traffic is not permitted. Familiar- ize yourself with the regulations on towing in the respective country.
With tow bar
The towing vehicle may not be lighter than the vehicle to be towed, otherwise it
will not be possible to reliably control vehicle response.< The tow fittings used should be on the same side on both vehicles. Should it prove impossi- ble to avoid mounting the tow bar at an offset angle, please observe the following: > Clearance and maneuvering capability will
be sharply limited during cornering.
> When mounted at an angle, the tow bar will
exert lateral forces, tending to push the vehicle sideways.
Only attach the tow bar to the tow fittings, as attachment to other vehicle parts can
lead to damage.<
248
Tow-starting Do not tow-start the vehicle if possible, but instead start the engine by means of jump start- ing, refer to page 246. With a catalytic con- verter, tow-starting should only be carried out with the engine cold, and with automatic trans- missions, the engine cannot be started by tow- starting. 1. Switch on the hazard warning flashers,
comply with country-specific regulations.
2. Switch on the ignition, refer to page 60. 3. Shift into 3rd gear. 4. Tow-start with the clutch completely
depressed and slowly release the clutch. After the engine starts, immediately depress the clutch again completely.
5. Stop at a suitable location, remove the tow bar or rope and switch off the hazard warn- ing flashers.
6. Have the vehicle checked.
249
Reference Reference
This chapter contains the technical data, the short commands of the voice command system, and the index that will direct you as quickly as possible to the information you are looking for.
a
Technical data
Engine data
Displacement No. of cylinders Maximum output at engine speed Maximum torque at engine speed
cu in/cmµ
hp rpm lb ft/Nm rpm
528i/xi 182.8/2,996
230
6,500
200/270
2,750535i/xi 181.8/2,979
300
5,800
300/407
1,400550i 292.8/4,799
360
6,300
360/488
3,400252
Dimensions
All dimensions are given in inches/mm. Vehicle height with xDrive: 58.3 in/1,482 mm Smallest turning circle diam.: 37.5 ft/11.4 m, with xDrive 39 ft/11.9 m
253
a
All dimensions given in inches/mm. Smallest turning circle diam.: 39 ft/11.9 m
254
Weights
Sedan Curb weight > Manual transmission > Automatic transmission Approved gross vehicle weight > Manual transmission > Automatic transmission Load Approved front axle load Approved rear axle load Approved roof load capacity Cargo bay capacity
528i
535i
550i
lbs./kg lbs./kg
lbs./kg lbs./kg lbs./kg lbs./kg lbs./kg lbs./kg cu ft/l
3,505/1,590
3,571/1,6203,660/1,660
3,703/1,6803,946/1,790
3,968/1,8004,607/2,090
4,673/2,120
1,102/500
2,227/1,010
2,601/1,180
220/100
18.4/5205,048/2,290
4,872/2,210
5,070/2,300
4,872/2,210
1,102/500
1,102/500
2,359/1,070
2,469/1,120
2,711/1,230 2,733/1,240
220/100
18.4/520220/100
18.4/520Never exceed either the approved axle loads or the gross vehicle weight.
Sedan Curb weight > Manual transmission > Automatic transmission Approved gross vehicle weight > Manual transmission > Automatic transmission Load Approved front axle load Approved rear axle load Approved roof load capacity Cargo bay capacity
lbs./kg lbs./kg
lbs./kg lbs./kg lbs./kg lbs./kg lbs./kg lbs./kg cu ft/l
Never exceed either the approved axle loads or the gross vehicle weight.
528xi
535xi
3,670/1,710
3,704/1,7303,946/1,790
4,839/2,195
4,883/2,215
1,102/500
2,315/1,050
2,646/1,200
220/100
18.4/5205,048/2,290
1,102/500
2,315/1,050
2,646/1,200
220/100
18.4/520255
a
Sports Wagon Curb weight > Manual transmission > Automatic transmission Approved gross vehicle weight > Manual transmission > Automatic transmission Load Approved front axle load Approved rear axle load Approved roof load capacity Cargo bay capacity
lbs./kg lbs./kg
lbs./kg lbs./kg lbs./kg lbs./kg lbs./kg lbs./kg cu ft/l
Never exceed either the approved axle loads or the gross vehicle weight.
Capacities
535xi
4,100/1,860
4,144/1,8805,291/2,400
5,335/2,420
1,190/540
2,381/1,080
2,866/1,300
220/100
17.7-58.3/500-1,650US gal/liters US gal/liters US gal/liters
Fuel tank of that reserve 550i Window cleaning system > Sedan US quarts/liters > with headlamp cleaning system US quarts/liters > Sports Wagon US quarts/liters
approx. 18.5/70
approx. 2.1/8
approx. 2.6/10approx. 3.2/3
approx. 5.3/5
approx. 5.3/5Notes Fuel grade: page 217
For more details: page 68
256
Short commands of voice command system
With short commands you can run certain func- tions directly, regardless of which menu item is
selected. Here are the important short com- mands for the voice command system.
Assistance window
Function To open the assistance window 20
To select the display in the assistance window 20 {Assistance window map facing north},Command {Assistance window}
To change scale in assistance window 140
Communication
Function To open phone 193
To dial phone number 199
To display phone book 200
To select from the phone book 200To display "Top 8" 201
To redial 200
To display "Received calls" 201
To display "Missed calls" 201
To display "Bluetooth" 196
To open BMW Assist 208
To open BMW Service, Services 207
To open "BMW Contact" 201
To open "BMW Contact Numbers" 201
To open "Roadside Assistance" 208{Assistance window map direction of travel}, {Assistance window arrow display}, {Assistance window perspective}, {Assistance window current position}, {Assistance window trip computer} or {Assistance window onboard info} {Assistance window scale ... feet} or {Assistance window scale ... miles}
Command {Phone} {Dial number} {A to Z} {Call ...} or {Dial name} {Top 8} {Redial} {Received calls} {Missed calls} {Bluetooth} {BMW Assist} {BMW service} {BMW Contact} {BMW Contact numbers} {Roadside Assistance}
257
Navigation
Function To open navigation system 140
To open "Enter address" To open "New destination" To display "Input map" To display destination list To display address book To display route criteria To start destination guidance To end destination guidance To display arrow display To display map displayTo change scale
To display roads or towns/cities along route To switch on voice instructions To switch off voice instructions To repeat voice instructions To open route To open "New route" To display current position
Onboard info
Function To open "Car Data" 79
To display computer 79
To display trip computer 79
To open stopwatch 85
To open speed limit 84
To activate speed limit 84
To deactivate speed limit 84258
Command {Navigation} {Enter address} {New destination} {Input map} {Destination list} {Address book} {Route preference} {Start guidance} {Stop guidance} {Arrow display} {Map}, {Map facing north}, {Map direction of travel} or {Perspective} {Scale ... miles} or {Scale ... feet} {Route list} {Navigation info on} {Navigation info off} {Repeat navigation info} {Route menu} {New route} {Current position}
Command {Car data} {Onboard info} {Trip computer} {Stopwatch} {Limit} {Limit on} {Limit off}
Entertainment
Function Tone control 167
To switch on radio 170To open "FM" 170
To open "AM" 170
To open "All stations" 170
To select radio station 170To open "Presets" 170
To select preset radio station 170
To open "Manual" 171To open strongest radio stations 172
To open "WB" 174
To switch on weatherband 174
To select a weatherband station 174
To open "SAT" 177
To switch on satellite radio 177
To open "Presets" of satellite radio 178
To open "All channels" of satellite radio 177
To open "Categories" of satellite radio 177
To open CD player 179
To switch on CD player 179
To open CD changer 180
To switch on CD changer 180
To select a CD in the CD changer 180
To select music track 180
To select a CD and music track in the CD changer 180
To switch on audio playback with external audio device 185Command {Audio} {Radio on}, {FM} or {AM} {FM menu} {AM menu} {FM all stations} {Station ...}, e.g. {Station WNYC}, or {Choose station} {FM presets} or {AM presets} {Preset ...}, e.g. {Preset 1} {FM manual}, {AM manual} or {Choose frequency}, {Frequency ... Megahertz} {AM Autostore} {Weatherband menu} {Weatherband on} {Choose weatherband station} {SAT radio menu} {SAT radio} {SAT radio presets} {SAT radio all channels} {SAT radio categories} {CD menu} {CD} {CD changer menu} {CD changer} {CD 1...6} {CD track ...} {CD 1...6 track ...}
{Audio Aux}
259
Climate
Function To adjust temperature distribution for front seat heating 51
To open "Vent settings" 113
To open "Automatic programs" 112
To open "Parked car ventilation" 116
To open "Automatic ventilation" 116
To display activation times 116Command {Seat heater distribution}
{Vent settings} {Automatic programs} {Parked car operation} {Automatic ventilation} {Activation time}
menu
Function To open the menu "Display off" 21
To open "Info sources" To open "Settings" To open "Door locks" 30, 33
To open "Steering wheel buttons" 54
To open "Lighting" 66
To open "Service requirements" 80, 209
To open "Service" 80, 209
To open "BMW Service settings" settings 211
To display "Check Control messages" 83
To open "Head-Up Display" 101
To set brightness of Control Display 87
To open "Units" 87
To open "Languages" 87, 140
To open "Time" 85
To open "Date" 86
To open "PDC" 89
To open "FTM" 94
To open "TPM" 96
To display "Bluetooth" 196
To open "HDC" 92
Activating BMW Night Vision 104
Deactivating BMW Night Vision 104
Displaying settings for BMW Night Vision 104260
Command {Settings menu} {Display off} {Info sources} {Settings} {Door locks} {Steering wheel buttons} {Lighting} {Service requirements} {Service} {BMW service settings} {Check Control messages} {Head-up display} {Brightness} {Units} {Language} {Time} {Date} {PDC} {FTM} {TPM} {Bluetooth} {HDC} {Night Vision on} {Night Vision off} {Night Vision settings}
e
261
Everything from A to Z
Index
"..." Identifies Control Display
texts used to select individual functions, and indicates where to find them in the text.
Additives – coolant 231
– engine oil, refer to Approvedengine oils 230
"Address book" for navigation
system 149
Address for navigation – deleting 151
– entering 142, 145
– selecting 150
– storing 150
– storing current position 150
"Add to address book" 149
"Add to destinationlist" 145, 146
Adjusting active backrest
width 47
Adjusting interior temperature 112
Adjusting the tone during
