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the upper body area periodically to readjust the tension, in order to avoid a reduction in the restraint of the safety belt. If the center safety belt in the rear is used, the larger backrest half must be locked, refer to page 124, otherwise the center safety belt has no restraining action.< Safety belts, refer to page 49.
Pull the lever and slide the seat to the desired position. After you release the lever, move the seat forward or backward slightly so that it engages fully.
Thigh support*
Seats
Note before adjusting
Never attempt to adjust or calibrate your seat while the vehicle is moving. The seat could respond with unexpected movement, and the ensuing loss of vehicle control could lead to an accident. Never adjust manually adjustable seats while the vehicle is moving, as otherwise the restrain- ing effect of these seats during accidents could be reduced. Also on the passenger side, do not incline the backrest too far to the rear while the vehicle is being driven, otherwise there is a danger in the event of an accident of sliding under the safety belt, eliminating the protection normally pro- vided by the belt.< Also observe the information on damage to safety belts on page 50 and on the height of the head restraints on page 46.
Adjusting manually*
To ensure that the safety systems con- tinue to provide optimized protection,
observe the adjustment instructions on page 43.<
Pull the lever and adjust the thigh support in the longitudinal direction.
Adjusting electrically
To ensure that the safety systems con- tinue to provide optimized protection,
observe the adjustment instructions on page 43.<
1 Longitudinal direction 2 Height 3 Seat tilt
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4 Backrest
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Differs depending on seat:
Lumbar support*
1 Backrest 2 Height Additional depending on seat:
1 Backrest width* 2 Shoulder support* 3 Thigh support* 4 Lumbar support*
Backrest width* The width of the backrest can be changed with the side wings to adjust the side support to your own needs.
Shoulder support* This also supports the back in the shoulder area, provides a relaxed sitting position and helps relieve stress on the shoulder muscles. The shoulder support is also used to adjust the distance of the head restraint from the back of the seat occupant's head.
You can also adjust the contour of the backrest to obtain additional support in the lumbar region. The upper hips and spinal column receive sup- plementary support to help you maintain a relaxed, upright sitting position. > Increase or decrease curvature: press front
or rear section of switch.
> Shift curvature up or down: press upper or
lower section of switch.
Seat, mirror and steering wheel memory* You can store and retrieve two different driver's seat and front passenger seat*-, exterior mir- ror-, and steering wheel positions*. The adjustment of the backrest width and lum- bar support is not stored in the memory.
Storing
1. Switch on radio readiness or ignition, refer
to page 59.
2. Set the desired seat, exterior mirror and
steering wheel positions.
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3. Press the
button:
The LED in the button lights up.
4. Press the desired memory button 1 or 2:
the LED goes out. The positions of the driver's seat, the exte- rior mirrors, and steering wheel are stored for the remote control currently in use.
Activating
Do not activate the memory function while the vehicle is moving. There is a risk of accident from unexpected movement of the seat or steering wheel.<
Comfort mode 1. After unlocking, open the driver's door or
switch on radio readiness, refer to page 59. 2. Briefly press the desired memory button 1
or 2.
The adjusting procedure is canceled if you briefly press a seat-adjusting switch or one of the memory buttons.
Safety feature 1. Close the driver's door and switch the igni-
tion on or off, refer to page 59.
2. Press the desired memory button 1 or 2
and maintain pressure until the adjustment process has been completed.
If the press the button again; the LED goes out.
button was pressed inadvertently:
Activating with the remote control The driver's seat position last set is stored for the remote control currently in use. You can select whether or not the seat is reset to that position automatically.
When using this feature, always make sure that the footwell behind the driver's seat is empty and unobstructed. Failure to do so could cause injury to persons or damage to objects behind the seat as a result of a rearward movement of the seat.<
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The adjusting procedure is canceled if you briefly press a seat-adjusting switch or one of the memory buttons.
Selecting automatic activation 1. "Settings" 2. "Door locks" 3. "Last seat position auto."
The function for automatically recalling the
last seat position is switched on and is stored for the remote control currently in use.
Deactivating automatic recall Deactivate "Last seat position automatic".
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. Only remove the head restraints if the respective seat is not occupied. Reinstall the head restraints before transporting passen- gers, as otherwise the head restraint cannot provide its protective function.<
Height Adjust the head restraint so that its center is approximately at ear level.
Distance Adjust the distance so that the head restraint is as close as possible to the back of the head.
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Active front head restraints In the event of a rear-end collision of sufficient severity, the active head restraint reduces the distance to the head.
Do not use seat covers or head restraint covers that could impede the proper
functioning of the active head restraint. Other- wise, there is no assurance that the active head restraint will perform its protective function and it is not possible to take advantage of its injury- reducing potential in the event of a rear-end collision. Have the active head restraints reset after they are triggered in a rear-end collision. Have this work carried out only at a BMW Sports Activity Vehicle Center or at a workshop that works according to BMW repair procedures with cor- respondingly trained personnel. Otherwise, correct operation of this safety equipment is not guaranteed.<
Removal and installation of the front head restraints should be performed by a BMW
Sports Activity Vehicle Center.<
Front seats: height adjustment
Front seats: adjusting distance from back of head
> Forward: pull up. > Back: press the button and slide the head-
rest cushion toward the rear.
Do not place any objects behind the headrest cushion. Otherwise, you can
impair the proper function of the head restraint.<
Comfort seat* You can adjust the distance from the back of the seat occupant's head using the shoulder sup- port, refer to page 45.
Adjusting side extensions
You can adjust the height of the head restraints electrically.
You can fold the side extensions on the head restraint forward for increased lateral support in the resting position.
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BMW X5: rear seats and 3rd row seats*, adjusting height
Longitudinal direction*
> To raise: pull up. > To lower: press the button, arrow 1, and
push the head restraint downward.
In vehicles equipped with 3rd row seats, the height of the middle head restraint is not adjust- able.
Removing 1. Pull the head restraint upward to the stop. 2. Press the button, arrow 1, and pull the head
restraint all the way out.
BMW X5: rear seats
2nd row seats [Second row seats] With a divided* row of seats you can adjust both sides individually.
Never adjust the 2nd row seats while the vehicle is moving, as otherwise the pas- sengers on the 3rd row seats could be injured. Make sure that the locking devices of the 2nd row seats engage properly. Otherwise the restraining effect of the safety belts during an accident could be reduced.<
1. Pull the lever and slide the seat into the
desired position.
2. Release the lever and move the seat slightly forward or back so that it engages properly.
Backrest* The backrests can be adjusted in four steps.
Pull the lever and apply weight to or remove weight from the backrest as needed.
Access to 3rd row seats*
Pull the lever and fold the seat forward.
The handle recess on the interior trim of the door pillar makes climbing in easier.<
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When folding back the 2nd row seats, make sure that the footwell under the
2nd row seats is clear. Otherwise persons in the 3rd row seats could be injured or objects dam- aged.<
Warning lamp for 2nd row seats: lights up when the 2nd row seats are not locked. A message also appears
on the Control Display.
3rd row seats* The 3rd row seats are divided and offer space for two persons.
Folding up backrest Before folding the seats up, remove the roll-up cover, refer to page 122, and if need be, slide the 2nd row seats slightly forward. 1. Pull the lever, refer to arrow. The backrest is
unlocked.
2. Fold up and engage the backrest.
Make sure that the catch engages securely. If it is not properly engaged, transported cargo could enter the passen- ger compartment during braking or evasive maneuvers and endanger the vehicle occu- pants.<
3. Push the head restraints into the top posi-
tion.
Folding backrest down 1. Push down the head restraint, refer to
page 48.
2. Pull the lever, refer to arrows. The backrests
are released.
3. Fold the backrest down.
Safety belts
To ensure that the safety systems con- tinue to provide optimized protection,
observe the adjustment instructions on page 43.< 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.
Fastening Make sure you hear the latch plate engage in the belt buckle.
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Safety belt reminder for driver's seat and passenger seat
The indicator lamp lights up and a signal sounds. A message also appears on the Control Display.
Please check whether the safety belt is cor- rectly fastened. The safety belt reminder is operative at speeds above approx. 5 mph/8 km/h. It can also be acti- vated if objects are placed on the passenger seat.
Releasing 1. Grasp the belt firmly. 2. Press the red button in the buckle. 3. Guide the belt into its reel. The shoulder strap's anchorage point will be correct for adult seat occupants of every build if the seat is correctly adjusted, refer to page 44. BMW X5: the two rear safety belt buckles inte- grated into the rear seat are for passengers sit- ting 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
In the event of loads caused by accidents or other damage: replace the belt system
including the safety belt tensioners and any child restraint devices, and have the belt anchor points checked. Only have this work carried out at a BMW Sports Activity Vehicle Center or at a workshop that works according to BMW repair procedures with correspondingly trained per- sonnel. Otherwise correct operation of this safety equipment is not guaranteed.<
Belt-force limiter The effect of the belt-force limiter on the driver's seat is dependent on the position of the driver's seat. To maintain the long-term accuracy of this function, the driver's seat must be calibrated if a corresponding message is displayed on the Control Display.
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Calibrating driver's seat
The warning lamp lights up. A mes- sage also appears on the Control Dis- play. Please calibrate the driver's
seat. 1. Move the driver's seat forward until it stops. 2. Move the driver's seat forward again. It
briefly moves toward the front in the pro- cess.
3. Set the desired seating position again. The calibration is completed when the message on the Control Display disappears. Should this message continue to be displayed, repeat the calibration. If the message does not disappear even after repeated calibration, have the sys- tem checked as soon as possible.
Never carry out calibration while the vehi- cle is moving, as this can cause accidents. Make sure that no persons or objects become wedged during the calibration process, as this can cause injuries or damage.<
Seat heating*
Front
The temperature setting progresses one step through its control sequence each time you press the button. The maximum temperature is supplied when three LEDs are lit. To switch off: press the button longer. The temperature is reduced, if need be, down to no heat in order to reduce the load on the bat- tery. The LEDs remain lit.
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Rear
Operation similar to front seat heating; without temperature distribution.
Active seat ventilation* and seat heating*
Front
1 Seat heating 2 Active seat ventilation Press button 1 or 2 once depending on the temperature or ventilation position. The LED in the respective button lights up. The temperature and ventilation levels are dis- played in bar form on the Control Display. A dis- play of three bars indicates the highest level of seat heating or seat ventilation. The air quantity is reduced and if need be, the ventilation is switched off in order to reduce the load on the battery. The LEDs remain lit. To switch off: press button 1 or 2 longer.
Temperature distribution without active seat ventilation The heat output can be distributed variously in the seat cushion and the backrest. 1. Press the button 1. 2. Select "Seat heating distribution" and
press the controller.
3. Turn the controller to adjust the distribu-
tion. The setting is applied.
Temperature distribution with active seat ventilation The heat output can be distributed variously in the seat cushion and the backrest. 1. Press button 1. 2. Select "Seat heating distribution" and
press the controller.
3. Turn the controller to adjust the distribu-
tion. The setting is applied.
Heated rear seats Operation similar to front seat heating; without temperature distribution, refer to page 50.
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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 muscular ten- sion and fatigue to help prevent lower back pain. Press the button to switch on; the LED lights up. The action of the system is reduced and if need be, switched off in order to reduce the load on the battery. The LED remains lit. 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
Exterior mirrors
The mirror on the passenger's side is more curved than the driver's mirror.
Objects reflected in the mirror are closer than they appear. Do not estimate the distance of following traffic based on what you see in the mirrors; otherwise, there is an increased risk of accident.<
1 Adjusting 2 Switching to the other mirror or to the auto-
matic curb monitor
3 Folding mirrors in and out* Storing the mirror positions, refer to Seat, mir- ror and steering wheel memory on page 45.
Adjusting manually The mirrors can also be adjusted manually: press the edge of the glass.
Folding mirrors in and out* Pressing button 3 allows you to fold the mirrors in and out again up to a speed of approx. 12 mph/20 km/h. This is advantageous, for example, in car washes, narrow streets or for bringing mirrors that have been manually folded in back into the correct position. Folded in mirrors fold out again at a speed of approx. 25 mph/40 km/h.
Before going through a car wash, fold the mirrors in manually, or with button 3, oth- erwise they could be damaged, depending on the width of the car wash system.<
Automatic heating Below a certain outdoor temperature, both exterior mirrors are automatically heated when the motor is running or the ignition is switched on.
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Tilting down passenger-side exterior mirror – automatic curb monitor*
Interior and exterior mirrors, automatic dimming feature*
Activating 1. Slide switch into the driver's side mirror
position, arrow 1.
2. Engage transmission position R.
The mirror glass tilts downward somewhat on the passenger side. This allows the driver to see the area immediately adjacent to the vehicle – such as a curb – when park- ing, etc.
Deactivating Slide switch into the passenger side mirror position, arrow 2.
Interior rearview mirror
This feature is controlled by two photocells in the interior rearview mirror, one on the front and one on the back. 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 stickers of any kind to the windshield in front of the mirror, either.
Steering wheel
Adjusting
Do not adjust the steering wheel while the vehicle is moving. There is a risk of acci- dent as the result of unexpected movement.<
Manual adjustment*
To reduce the dazzle effect of following vehi- cles at night, turn the knob.
1. Flip the lever down. 2. Adapt the longitudinal direction and height
of the steering wheel to the seat position.
3. Return the lever back to its locked position.
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Power adjustment*
The steering wheel can be adjusted in four directions. Storing steering wheel positions, refer to Seat, mirror and steering wheel memory on page 45.
Easy entry/exit* To facilitate entry and exit, the steering wheel temporarily moves into the uppermost position.
Steering wheel heating*
Press the button. When the steering wheel heater is switched on, the LED in the button lights up.
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Transporting children safely
The right place for children
Do not leave children unattended in the vehicle, otherwise they could endanger
themselves and other persons, e.g. by opening the doors.<
Children always in rear Accident research shows that the safest place for children is on the rear seat.
Children younger than 13 years of age or with a height under 5 ft/150 cm may only
be transported on the 2nd row seats in child restraint devices which correspond to the age, weight and height of the child. Otherwise there is an increased danger of injury in an accident.< Children 13 years of age or older must wear a safety belt as soon as a suitable child restraint device can no longer be used due to their age, weight and size.
Exception for front passenger seat Should it be necessary to use a child restraint device on the front passenger seat, the front and side airbags on the passen- ger side must be deactivated. Otherwise, there is an increased risk of injury for the child if the airbags are triggered, even with a child restraint device.< For more information on automatic deactivation of the front passenger airbags, refer to page 98.
Installing child restraint devices
Follow the child restraint device manufac- turer's instructions for selection, installa- tion, and use of child restraint devices. Other- wise, the degree of protection may be reduced.<
BMW X5: for equipment with 3rd row seats*, make sure that the seat of the 2nd row seats on which the child restraint device is mounted is properly locked. Otherwise there is an increased risk of injury for the child in an accident. Do not mount child restraint devices on the 3rd row seats, as otherwise the protection pro- vided by these child restraint devices may be reduced.< BMW X5: before mounting a child restraint device in the center seat of the 2nd row seats, move the outer seat cushions and backrests into the rearmost positions.
On front passenger seat
After mounting a child restraint device on the front passenger seat, make sure that the front and side airbags on the front passen- ger side are deactivated; otherwise, there is an increased risk of injury if the airbags are trig- gered.<
Seat position Before installing a child restraint device, move the passenger seat into the furthest back and highest* position in order to achieve the best possible safety belt position. Do not change the seat position after this.
Backrest width*
The backrest width adjustment of the front passenger seat must be completely open. After installing the child's seat, no mem- ory position may be called up; otherwise, the stability of the child's seat on the front passen- ger seat is reduced.< 1. Open backrest width adjustment com-
pletely, refer to page 45. Install child's seat.
2.
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Child seat security
Before attaching the child's seat, pull the belt away from the region of the child restraint fixing system.
Make sure that the LATCH mounts have properly clicked into place and that the child restraint device is resting snugly against the backrest. Otherwise, the protective action may be reduced.<
The rear safety belts > BMW X5: all safety belts of the 2nd and
3rd* row seats
> BMW X6: all safety belts of the 2nd row
seats
and the safety belt for the front passenger can be locked to prevent extension in order to per- mit attachment of child restraint devices.
Locking safety belt 1. Secure the child restraint device with the
belt.
2. Pull out the belt webbing completely. 3. Allow the belt webbing to be pulled in and pull taut against the child restraint device. The safety belt is locked.
Unlocking safety belt 1. Open the belt buckle. 2. Remove the child restraint device. 3. Allow the belt webbing to be pulled in com-
pletely.
LATCH child restraint fixing system LATCH: Lower Anchor and Tethers for CHil- dren.
Follow the system manufacturer's instructions on installation and use of
LATCH child restraint devices; otherwise, their protective function may be reduced.<
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The mounts for the LATCH anchors are located at the points indicated by the arrows.
Child restraint device with tether strap Only use the top tether mounting points to secure child restraint devices, other- wise the mounting points could be damaged. Do not mount child restraint devices on the 3rd row seats in the BMW X5; otherwise the protection provided by these child restraint devices may be reduced.<
BMW X5
There are three additional mounting points for child restraint devices with a tether strap on the 2nd row seats, refer to arrows. Fold out before using the center mounting point.
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BMW X6
5 Backrest 6 Tether strap of child restraint device When using the cargo bay cover, route the tether strap through between the backrest of the 2nd row seats and the cargo bay cover.
For child restraint devices with tether strap, there are two additional attachment points on the back of the rear seat backrests, refer to arrows.
Placement of tether strap
BMW X6
Make sure that the tether strap is not routed over sharp edges and does not
twist on its way to the attachment point; other- wise, the belt cannot properly secure the child restraint device in the event of an accident.<
BMW X5
1 Direction of travel 2 Head restraint 3 Tether strap hook 4 Mounting point
1 Direction of travel 2 Head restraint 3 Tether strap hook 4 Mounting point 5 Backrest 6 Tether strap of child restraint device When using the cargo bay cover, route the tether strap through between the rear seat backrest and the cargo bay cover.
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On the center seat when equipped with three rows of seats: 1. Slide the head restraint upward. 2. Guide the tether strap between the head
restraint brackets.
3. Hook in the tether strap on the mounting
point with the hook.
4. Slide the head restraint into the bottom
position.
5. Pull tether strap taut. BMW X6: 1. Route tether strap over the middle of the
head restraint.
2. Hook in the tether strap on the mounting
point with the hook.
3. Pull tether strap taut until it compresses the cushion of the head restraint, thus prevent- ing the tether strap from sliding off.
On trips
Child-safety locks for rear doors
Slide down the safety lever on the rear doors: the door can now be opened from the outside only.
Safety switch for power windows Always press the safety switch for the power windows, refer to page 38, when children are riding in the rear of the vehicle.
Attaching tether strap to the backrest of the 2nd row seats BMW X5: On outer seats: 1. Slide the head restraint upward. 2. Guide the tether strap between the head
restraint brackets.
3. Hook in the tether strap on the mounting
point with the hook.
4. Slide the head restraint into the bottom
position.
5. Pull tether strap taut. On the center seat when equipped with two rows of seats: 1. Fold the center armrest somewhat toward
the front.
2. Guide the tether strap through the opening
in the center armrest.
3. Fold back and engage the center armrest. 4. Hook in tether strap on mounting point. 5. Pull tether strap taut.
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Driving
Ignition lock
Inserting remote control into ignition lock
Start/Stop button
Insert the remote control as far as possible into the ignition lock. Radio readiness switches on. Some electronic systems/consumers are ready for operation.
Comfort access* With comfort access, only insert the remote control into the ignition lock in exceptional cases, refer to page 35.
Removing remote control from ignition lock
Do not pull the remote control out of the ignition lock using force, as otherwise
damage may result.< Before removing the remote control, first press it in as far as possible to release the locking device. The ignition is switched off if it was still switched on.
Pressing the Start/Stop button switches the radio readiness or the ignition on and off.
Pressing the Start/Stop button with the brake pedal depressed starts the
engine.<
Radio readiness Some electronic systems/consumers are ready for operation. The time and outside tempera- ture are displayed in the instrument panel. Radio readiness is automatically switched off: > when the remote control is removed from
the ignition lock
> with comfort access* by touching the sen- sitive surface above the door lock, refer to Locking on page 36
Ignition on All electronic systems/consumers are ready for operation. The odometer and the trip odometer are displayed in the instrument panel, refer to page 71.
Please switch off the ignition and the electronic systems/consumers which are not required when the engine is not running to save the battery.<
Radio readiness and ignition off All indicator lamps, warning lamps, and displays in the instrument panel go out.
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The ignition switches off automatically* if the driver's door is opened. Pressing the start/stop button again switches the ignition back on. For example, the ignition is not switched off in the following situations: > the brakes are actuated > the low beams are switched on
Starting engine
Do not run the engine in closed rooms, otherwise the inhalation of toxic exhaust gases can cause unconsciousness and death. The exhaust gases contain carbon monoxide, an odorless and colorless, but highly toxic gas. Never leave an unattended vehicle with the engine running, as such a vehicle represents a potential safety hazard. To prevent the vehicle from rolling, always engage transmission position N or P and set the parking brake before leaving the vehicle with the engine running.< Do not allow the engine to warm up by leaving it running while the vehicle remains stationary. Instead, begin to drive at a moderate engine speed.
The engine starts when you depress the brake pedal while pressing the Start/Stop
button.<
Avoid frequent starting in quick succes- sion or repeated starting attempts in
which the engine does not start. Otherwise, the fuel is not burned or inadequately burned and there is a danger of overheating and damaging the catalytic converter.<
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Remote control in ignition lock or with comfort access in vehicle, refer to page 35. 1. Depress brake pedal. 2. Press the Start/Stop button. The system responds by automatically engag- ing the starter for a certain period and automat- ically disengaging it as soon as the engine starts.
Diesel engine When the engine is cold and at temperatures below approx. 327/06 the starting process may be somewhat delayed due to automatic preglowing. The preglowing indicator lamp in the instrument panel lights up. A message appears on the Control Display.
Switching off engine
When leaving the vehicle, always take along the remote control.
Set the parking brake firmly when parking; oth- erwise, the vehicle could roll.<
Procedure 1. Engage transmission position P with the
vehicle stationary.
2. Press the Start/Stop button. 3. Set the parking brake. 4. Remove the remote control from the igni-
tion lock, refer to page 59.
Before driving into a car wash The vehicle can roll if you proceed according to the following steps: 1. With comfort access*: insert the remote
control into the ignition lock.
2. Depress brake pedal. 3. Engage transmission position N. 4. Release the parking brake or deactivate
Automatic Hold.
5. Switch off the engine.
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Transmission position P will be engaged: > automatically after approx. 30 minutes > if you remove the remote control from the
ignition lock
Parking brake
The concept Your BMW is equipped with an electromechan- ical parking brake. The parking brake is primarily intended to pre- vent the vehicle from rolling while parked. You can use the parking brake in two ways: > manually, by pulling and pushing the button > automatically, by activating Automatic
Hold, refer to page 61
With the engine stopped, the parking brake acts on the rear wheels via an electromechanical system. When the engine is running, the park- ing brake acts on the disk brakes of the front and rear wheels via the brake hydraulics.
Setting manually
Pull button. The parking brake is set.
The indicator lamp in the instrument panel lights up red. The parking brake is set. Indicator lamp on Canadian models.
The remote control does not have to be inserted into the ignition lock for the parking brake to be set.
While driving If exceptional circumstances should make it necessary to set the parking brake while the vehicle is in motion, pull on the button longer. The vehicle continues to brake forcefully for as long as you pull on the button.
The indicator lamp in the instrument panel lights up red, a chime sounds and the brake lamps light up. Indicator lamp on Canadian models.
As soon as you brake the vehicle almost to a stop, i.e., down to a speed of approx. 2 mph/ 3 km/h or below, the parking brake remains set.
Releasing manually
Press the button with the brake depressed.
The indicator lamp in the instrument panel goes out.
Indicator lamp on Canadian models.
When leaving the vehicle, always take along the remote control; this precaution
prevents children from releasing the parking brake, for example.<
Automatic Hold
The concept This function assists you as you drive by auto- matically setting and releasing the parking brake, e.g. when you are stopped at a traffic sig- nal or in stop-and-go traffic. When Automatic Hold is activated, the vehicle is
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automatically held in place when standing. When driving up inclines, the system prevents your vehicle from rolling backward in an undes- ired way. After the engine is started, the system can be activated and deactivated at any time the driver's seat is occupied until the next time the engine is switched off.
Activating
Press the button. The LED in the button lights up and the indication AUTO H appears in the instrument panel. Automatic Hold is activated.
If the vehicle is being held by Automatic Hold, the indicator light in the instru- ment panel also lights up in green. Indicator lamp on Canadian models.
Deactivating Press the button again, the LED in the button and the indication AUTO H in the instrument panel go out. Automatic Hold is deactivated. If the vehicle is being held by Automatic Hold, then press on the brake pedal to deactivate it. When the parking brake is set manually, refer to page 61, Automatic Hold is automatically deac- tivated.
Driving With Automatic Hold activated, the vehicle is automatically prevented from rolling after it comes to a stop.
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The indicator lamp in the instrument panel lights up in green.
Indicator lamp on Canadian models.
If the transmission is in a drive position, simply press on the gas pedal to begin driving. The brake is automatically released and the indica- tor lamp goes out.
Before driving into the car wash, deacti- vate Automatic Hold; otherwise, the park-
