Bmw Z4 sDrive35i 2010 Manual do Utilizador

The UltimateDriving MachineOwner's Manualfor VehicleContentsA - ZOnline Edition for Part no. 01 41 2 602 883 - © 08/09 BMW AG

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Climate98Residual heatThe heat stored in the engine is used to heat the interior.This function can be switched on using the right button under the fol

Controls 99Reference At a glanceDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentMobilityOnline Edition for Part no. 01 41 2 602 883 - © 08/09 BMW AG

Practical interior accessories100Practical interior accessoriesIntegrated universal remote control*The conceptThe integrated universal remote control

Controls 101Reference At a glanceDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentMobility4. Simultaneously press the transmit key on the original ha

Practical interior accessories102Digital compass*1 Adjustment button2 DisplayThe display shows you the main or secondary compass direction in which yo

Controls 103Reference At a glanceDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentMobilityCalibrating the digital compassThe digital compass must be

Practical interior accessories104Observe the following when connecting:> Do not use force when plugging the con-nector into the USB audio interface

Controls 105Reference At a glanceDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentMobilityRemoving the storage compartmentThe storage compartment can

Practical interior accessories106Connecting electrical appliancesSocketsIn your BMW, when the engine is running or the ignition is switched on, you ca

Controls 107Reference At a glanceDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentMobilityLoading1. Fold the cover down.2. In the cargo area: press t

At a glanceThis overview of buttons, switches and displaysis intended to familiarize you with your vehicle'soperating environment. The section wi

Practical interior accessories1083. Pull the fastener up and attach the rear of the ski.Before closing the cargo area, ensure that the luggage compart

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Driving tipsThis section provides you with informationuseful in dealing with specific driving andoperating conditions.Driving tipsOnline Edition for P

Things to remember when driving112Things to remember when drivingBreak-in periodMoving parts need breaking-in time to adjust to each other. Please fol

Driving tips 113Reference At a glanceControlsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentMobilityDrive defensivelyAvoid unnecessary acceleration and braking

Things to remember when driving114The risk of hydroplaning increases with declin-ing tread depth on the tires, refer also to Mini-mum tread depth on p

Driving tips 115Reference At a glanceControlsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentMobilityBefore driving into a car washGeneral information on caring

Things to remember when driving116LoadThe permissible load is the sum of the occu-pants' weights and the weight of the cargo. The greater the wei

Driving tips 117Reference At a glanceControlsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentMobilityLashing eyes on the lateral storage shelfTop:Bottom:Online

Cockpit10CockpitAround the steering wheel: controls and displays4 Folding exterior mirrors in and out* 455 Adjusting exterior mirrors, automatic curb

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NavigationThis chapter describes how you canenter destinations and specify your routeso that your navigation system guides youreliably to your destina

Navigation system120Navigation systemGeneral informationWith the help of satellites, the navigation sys-tem is able to ascertain the precise position

Navigation Driving tips 121Reference At a glanceControlsCommunications EntertainmentMobilityDestination entryIn entering your destination you can sele

Destination entry122To delete letters:> To delete individual letters:Turn the controller to select , and then press the controller.> To delete

Navigation Driving tips 123Reference At a glanceControlsCommunications EntertainmentMobilityEntering a house numberYou can enter any house number stor

Destination entry1244. Depending on the selection, select an exist-ing contact from the list or the type of address and enter the last and first name.

Navigation Driving tips 125Reference At a glanceControlsCommunications EntertainmentMobilityOpening the search for special destinations1. "Naviga

Destination entry126Entering special destinations by name1. "Navigation"2. "Points of Interest"3. "Name, A-Z search"4. E

Navigation Driving tips 127Reference At a glanceControlsCommunications EntertainmentMobilityInteractive mapIn the interactive map, the scale can be ad

At a glance 11Reference ControlsDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentMobility8 Instrument cluster 129 Buttons* on the steering wheel12 Ig

Destination entry128Identical-sounding towns/cities that can-not be distinguished by the system are compiled in a separate list and shown as a town/ci

Navigation Driving tips 129Reference At a glanceControlsCommunications EntertainmentMobility3. Enter the letters.4. "OK"The trip is stored i

Destination guidance130Destination guidanceStarting destination guidance1. "Navigation"2. "Enter address"3. Select the destination

Navigation Driving tips 131Reference At a glanceControlsCommunications EntertainmentMobilityDynamic destination guidance"Dynamic guidance" i

Destination guidance132Destination guidance through voice instructionsSwitching voice instructions on/offVoice instructions can be switched on or off

Navigation Driving tips 133Reference At a glanceControlsCommunications EntertainmentMobilityViewing the map1. Select the symbol.2. Select a sett

Destination guidance134Real Time Traffic Information End-User ProvisionsCertain BMW models equipped with navigation have the capability to display rea

Navigation Driving tips 135Reference At a glanceControlsCommunications EntertainmentMobilityTraffic bulletins in a listA list of the traffic bulletins

Destination guidance136Displaying traffic obstructionsWhen the navigation system receives a traffic obstruction message and "Dynamic guidance&quo

Navigation Driving tips 137Reference At a glanceControlsCommunications EntertainmentMobilityWhat to do if…What to do if…> The current position cann

Cockpit12Instrument cluster1 Speedometer2 Indicator lamps for turn signals3 Indicator and warning lamps 134 Tachometer 645 Engine oil temperature 656

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EntertainmentOperation of the radio, CD equipment andexternal audio devices as well as their tonesettings are described in this chapter.EntertainmentO

On/off and tone140On/off and toneThe following audio and video sources share the same control elements and adjustments:> Radio> CD/DVD player>

NavigationEntertainment Driving tips 141Reference At a glanceControlsCommunicationsMobilityTreble, bass, balance, fader> "Balance": left/

On/off and tone142Volume> "Speed volume": speed-dependent volume control> "PDC"*: volume of the PDC signal tone rel-ative to

NavigationEntertainment Driving tips 143Reference At a glanceControlsCommunicationsMobilityRadioYour radio is designed for reception of the fol-lowing

Radio144Storing a stationVia iDrive1. "Radio"2. "FM"or"AM"3. Select the desired station.4. Press the controller for an e

NavigationEntertainment Driving tips 145Reference At a glanceControlsCommunicationsMobilityDisplaying additional informationSome stations broadcast ad

Satellite radio146Satellite radioGeneral informationThe channels are offered in predefined pack-ages. The packages must be enabled by tele-phone.Navig

NavigationEntertainment Driving tips 147Reference At a glanceControlsCommunicationsMobilityThe phone number and an electronic serial number, ESN, are

At a glance 13Reference ControlsDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentMobilityIndicator and warning lampsThe conceptIndicator and warning

Satellite radio148Selecting a category1. "Radio"2. "Satellite radio"3. "Categories"4. Select the desired category.Timesh

NavigationEntertainment Driving tips 149Reference At a glanceControlsCommunicationsMobility5. Select the desired league.6. Select "Add all teams&

Satellite radio150Automatic updateAbout twice a year, Sirius performs an update of the channel names and positions. The update takes place automatical

NavigationEntertainment Driving tips 151Reference At a glanceControlsCommunicationsMobilityCD/DVD player and CD/DVD changerCD/DVD playbackInserting a

CD/DVD player and CD/DVD changer152Audio playbackSelecting a track using the button Press the button for the appropriate direction as often as necessa

NavigationEntertainment Driving tips 153Reference At a glanceControlsCommunicationsMobility5. "Random"CDs/DVDs with compressed audio files:

CD/DVD player and CD/DVD changer154Video menuTo open the Video menu:1. Turn the controller during playback.2. Press the controller when "Back&quo

NavigationEntertainment Driving tips 155Reference At a glanceControlsCommunicationsMobility4. "Brightness", "Contrast" or "Co

CD/DVD player and CD/DVD changer156Controls and displays1 Empty CD/DVD compartments2 LEDs on the CD/DVD slotflash when a CD/DVD can be inserted.3 Butt

NavigationEntertainment Driving tips 157Reference At a glanceControlsCommunicationsMobilityMalfunctionsIf all LEDs on the CD/DVD changer flash rapidly

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Music collection158Music collectionStoring musicThe music tracks from CDs, DVDs and USB devices can be stored in the music collection in the vehicle a

NavigationEntertainment Driving tips 159Reference At a glanceControlsCommunicationsMobilityInterrupting storage1. "CD/Multimedia"2. "CD

Music collection1604. Select the desired category.5. To select the desired entry:> Open "A-Z search" and enter the desired entry.or> S

NavigationEntertainment Driving tips 161Reference At a glanceControlsCommunicationsMobilityDepending on the album, the tracks or the subdirectories of

Music collection162Music collectionBacking up the music collectionThe entire music collection can be stored on a USB medium. Make sure there is enough

NavigationEntertainment Driving tips 163Reference At a glanceControlsCommunicationsMobilityExternal devicesAUX-IN portYou can connect an external audi

External devices164Due to the large number of different audio devices/mobile phones available on the market, it cannot be ensured that every audio dev

NavigationEntertainment Driving tips 165Reference At a glanceControlsCommunicationsMobilityInformation about the trackIf information about a track has

External devices166NotesDo not expose the audio device to extreme environmental conditions, e.g., very high temperatures, refer to the operating instr

NavigationEntertainment Driving tips 167Reference At a glanceControlsCommunicationsMobilityOnline Edition for Part no. 01 41 2 602 883 - © 08/09 BMW A

At a glance 15Reference ControlsDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentMobility1 SOS: initiating an Emergency Request call* 2182 Reading la

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CommunicationsThis chapter describes how to use thetelephone, BMW Assist and TeleService.CommunicationsOnline Edition for Part no. 01 41 2 602 883 - ©

Telephone170TelephoneThe conceptYour BMW is equipped with a full preparation package mobile phone. After pairing a suitable mobile phone with the vehi

171EntertainmentReference At a glanceControlsDriving tipsCommunications NavigationMobility> The mobile phone is ready to operate.> Bluetooth is

Telephone172Following the initial pairing> The mobile phone is detected/connected in the vehicle within 2 minutes if the engine is running or the i

173EntertainmentReference At a glanceControlsDriving tipsCommunications NavigationMobilityActivating/deactivating the Bluetooth linkThe use of Blueto

Telephone174Receiving callsIf you have the phone number of the caller stored in the phone book and the phone num-ber has been transmitted, the name of

175EntertainmentReference At a glanceControlsDriving tipsCommunications NavigationMobilityEstablishing a second callEstablish another call during an

Telephone176Editing a contactThe entries in the contacts can be changed. When a contact from the mobile phone is changed, the changes are not stored o

177EntertainmentReference At a glanceControlsDriving tipsCommunications NavigationMobilityMy InfoStarting destination guidance:1. Select the message

iDrive16iDriveiDrive integrates the functions of a large num-ber of switches. This allows these functions to be operated from a single central positio

Telephone178Operation by voice commands*The concept> You can operate your mobile phone without having to take a hand off the steering wheel.> Mo

179EntertainmentReference At a glanceControlsDriving tipsCommunications NavigationMobilityAdjusting the volume of the instructionsYou can adjust the

Telephone180To delete all entries:{Delete phone book} deletes all entries in the phone book.To read and dial entries:You can have all entries in your

181EntertainmentReference At a glanceControlsDriving tipsCommunications NavigationMobilityInserting mobile phone1. If applicable, remove the protecti

Contacts182ContactsYou can create and edit contacts. The contacts from the mobile phone* are displayed as well if this function is supported by the mo

183EntertainmentReference At a glanceControlsDriving tipsCommunications NavigationMobilityDisplaying the detailed view*Select the desired contact. Al

BMW Assist184BMW AssistBMW Assist*BMW Assist provides a number of different ser-vices. For example, the position data of the vehicle can be transmitte

185EntertainmentReference At a glanceControlsDriving tipsCommunications NavigationMobilityTeleService*TeleService supports communication with your BM

BMW Assist186Vehicle equipped with BMW Assist or TeleService1. "BMW Assist"2. "Roadside Assistance"3. "Start service"Tel

187EntertainmentReference At a glanceControlsDriving tipsCommunications NavigationMobilityStarting BMW Search1. "BMW Assist"2. "BMW Se

At a glance 17Reference ControlsDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentMobilityButtons on the controllerOperating principleWith the ignitio

BMW Assist188Starting a Service Request1. "BMW Assist"2. "Service Request"3. "Start service"Automatic TeleService Call*T

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MobilityThis section helps you maintain your car'smobility by supplying important informationon vital topics including fuels and lubricants,wheel

Refueling192RefuelingAlways switch off the engine before refu-eling; otherwise, fuel cannot be added to the tank and a message will be displayed.<T

Mobility 193Reference At a glanceControlsDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentFuel specificationsDo not fill the tank with leaded fuel as

Wheels and tires194Wheels and tiresTire inflation pressuresInformation for your safetyIt is not merely the tires' service life, but also driving

Mobility 195Reference At a glanceControlsDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentTire inflation pressures Z4 sDrive30iTire size Pressure sp

Wheels and tires196Tire inflation pressures Z4 sDrive35iTire size Pressure specifications in psi/kPa Traveling speedsup to a max. of100 mph/160 km/hT

Mobility 197Reference At a glanceControlsDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentTire identification marksKnowledge of the labeling on the s

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iDrive18Menu items in the Owner's ManualIn the Owner's Manual, menu items that can be selected are set in quotation marks, e.g., "Setti

Wheels and tires198TemperatureThe temperature grades are A, the highest, B, and C, representing the tire's resistance to the generation of heat a

Mobility 199Reference At a glanceControlsDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentTire ageFor various reasons, such as the development of bri

Wheels and tires200Recommended tire brandsCertain makes of tire are recommended by BMW for each tire size. They are marked with a clearly visible BMW

Mobility 201Reference At a glanceControlsDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentUnder the hoodDo not work on the car unless you pos-sess th

Under the hood202Important parts of the engine compartment1 Expansion tank for coolant, refer to page 2042 Jump-starting connection, negative termi-na

Mobility 203Reference At a glanceControlsDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainment2. Press button 2 in the turn indicator lever. The oil leve

Under the hood204> "Measurement inactive. Have this checked."Do not add engine oil. You can continue your journey. Note the newly calcula

Mobility 205Reference At a glanceControlsDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainment3. The coolant level is correct if it is between the maximu

Maintenance206MaintenanceBMW Maintenance SystemThe BMW Maintenance System supports the preservation of the traffic and operating safety of your BMW. T

Mobility 207Reference At a glanceControlsDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentSocket for Onboard Diagnosis OBDPrimary components that mak

At a glance 19Reference ControlsDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentMobilityOpen the Options menu Press the button.The "Options&quo

Care208CareCare productsRegular cleaning and care contributes signifi-cantly to the value retention of your BMW.BMW recommends cleaning and caring for

Mobility 209Reference At a glanceControlsDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainment7-gear sport automatic transmission with dual clutchBefore

Care210PreservationA preservation treatment is necessary when water no longer beads off the clean paintwork surface. Only use products for paintwork p

Mobility 211Reference At a glanceControlsDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentInterior plastic parts> Imitation leather surfaces> L

Replacing components212Replacing componentsOnboard vehicle tool kitThe onboard vehicle tool kit is stored in a pouch under the cargo area floor panel.

Mobility 213Reference At a glanceControlsDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentXenon lampsHave any work on the xenon lamp system, includin

Replacing components214Tail lamps> Brake lamp, backup lamp:W16W bulb, 16 watts1 Brake lamp2 Tail lamp, LED3 Brake lamp4 Backup lamp5 Turn signal/dy

Mobility 215Reference At a glanceControlsDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainment2. Pull out the bulb holder, see arrow, and change the bulb

Replacing components216Vehicle batteryBattery careThe battery is 100% maintenance-free, the electrolyte will last for the life of the battery when the

Mobility 217Reference At a glanceControlsDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainment3. Release the shiny fastener 3.4. Fold the current distrib

iDrive20Status information1 Time2 Display for:> Reception strength of the wireless network, depends on the mobile phone> Incoming, outgoing or m

Giving and receiving assistance218Giving and receiving assistanceEmergency Request*Requirements> BMW Assist is activated. Activating BMW Assist, re

Mobility 219Reference At a glanceControlsDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentIn vehicles equipped with BMW Assist or TeleService, you ca

Giving and receiving assistance2202. Attach one terminal clamp of the plus/+ jumper cable to the positive terminal of the battery or a starting-aid te

Mobility 221Reference At a glanceControlsDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentRearRelease the cover panel in the bumper:Press on the rece

Giving and receiving assistance222With a tow ropeWhen starting off in the towing vehicle, make sure that the tow rope is taut.To avoid jerking and the

Mobility 223Reference At a glanceControlsDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentOnline Edition for Part no. 01 41 2 602 883 - © 08/09 BMW A

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ReferenceThis chapter contains technical data, shortcommands for the voice activation system andan index that will help you find information mostquick

Technical data226Technical dataEngine dataZ4 sDrive30i Z4 sDrive35iDisplacement cu in/cmμ 182.8/2,996 181.8/2,979Number of cylinders 6 6Maximum power

Reference 227At a glanceControlsDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentMobilityDimensionsAll dimensions given in inches/mm. Smallest turnin

At a glance 21Reference ControlsDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentMobility1. Move the controller to the right repeatedly until the spl

Technical data228WeightsCapacitiesZ4 sDrive30i Z4 sDrive35iApproved gross weight> with manual transmission lbs/kg 3,924/1,780 4,134/1,875> with

Reference 229At a glanceControlsDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentMobilityShort commands for the voice activation systemWith short com

Short commands for the voice activation system230Music collectionExternal devicesTone controlRadioFMAMFunction CommandCalling up the current playback

Reference 231At a glanceControlsDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentMobilitySatellite radioPresetsTelephoneNavigationGeneral information

Short commands for the voice activation system232MapSplit screen settingsSwitching on the voice instructions {Switch on voice instructions}Repeating a

Reference 233At a glanceControlsDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentMobilityDestination guidance with intermediate destinationContactsBM

Short commands for the voice activation system234SettingsVehicleFunction CommandOpening the main menu {Main menu}Selecting the settings {Settings}Open

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Everything from A to Z236Everything from A to ZIndexAABS Antilock Brake System 78Acceleration assistant, refer to Launch Control 58Accident, refer to

Reference 237At a glanceControlsDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentMobilityAutomatic high beams and low beams, refer to High-beam assis

Letters and numbers22Letters and numbersEntering letters and numbers1. Turn the controller: select the letters or numbers.2. Select additional letters

Everything from A to Z238Call– accepting 174– ending 174– rejecting 174Calling, refer to Phone numbers, dialing 174Can holders, refer to Cupholders 10

Reference 239At a glanceControlsDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentMobilityComfort area, refer to Around the center console 14Compartme

Everything from A to Z240Display, refer to iDrive controls 16Display lighting, refer to Instrument lighting 91Displays– on the Control Display 16Displ

Reference 241At a glanceControlsDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentMobilityExhaust system, refer to Hot exhaust system 113Exterior mirr

Everything from A to Z242Heating 93– mirrors 46– rear window 95, 98– seats 43Heating and ventilation, refer to Climate 93Heavy loads, refer to Stowing

Reference 243At a glanceControlsDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentMobilityKeyless opening and closing, refer to Comfort Access 34Key M

Everything from A to Z244Microfilter– BMW Maintenance System 206– for air conditioner 95– for automatic climate control 98Microfilter/activated-charco

Reference 245At a glanceControlsDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentMobilityOOBD socket, refer to Socket for Onboard Diagnosis 207Octane

Everything from A to Z246Reception– quality 144– radio station 144Recirculated-air mode 94, 98Recirculation of air, refer to Recirculated-air mode 94,

Reference 247At a glanceControlsDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentMobilitySeats 41– adjusting electrically 42– adjusting the seats 42–

At a glance 23Reference ControlsDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentMobilityVoice activation systemThe conceptThe voice activation syste

Everything from A to Z248Steering wheel 46– adjustment 46– buttons on steering wheel 11– lock 50– locking with Comfort Access 35– shift paddles 57Stee

Reference 249At a glanceControlsDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentMobilityTop, refer to Retractable hardtop 38Top 50 of music collecti

Everything from A to Z250Voice, refer to Destination guidance through voice instructions 132Voice commands– short commands 229– telephone 178Voice ins

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Voice activation system24Terminating or canceling voice activation systemPress the button on the steering wheelorIn dialogs that call for a text of

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ControlsThis chapter is intended to provide you withinformation for complete control of your vehicle.All features and accessories that are useful ford

Z4 sDrive30iZ4 sDrive35iOwner's Manual for VehicleCongratulations, and thank you for choosing a BMW.Thorough familiarity with your vehicle will p

Opening and closing28Opening and closingRemote controlEach remote control contains a rechargeable battery that is automatically recharged when it is i

Controls 29Reference At a glanceDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentMobility> Settings for the display on the Control Dis-play and in

Opening and closing301. "Settings"2. "Door locks"3. "Unlock button"4. Select a menu item:> "All doors" Pres

Controls 31Reference At a glanceDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentMobilityConfirmation signalsYou can activate or deactivate the confi

Opening and closing32Opening and closing:From the inside*This button* serves to unlock or lock doors and the luggage compartment lid, but does not act

Controls 33Reference At a glanceDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentMobilityOpening from outsidePress on the top half of the BMW emblem

Opening and closing34Switching off an alarm> Unlock the car with the remote control, refer to page 29.> Insert the remote control all the way in

Controls 35Reference At a glanceDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentMobilityFunctional requirement> The vehicle or the luggage compar

Opening and closing36Before driving a vehicle with automatic transmission into a car wash1. Insert the remote control into the ignition switch.2. Depr

Controls 37Reference At a glanceDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentMobilityOpening, closingIndividually> Press the switch to the res

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Opening and closing38Retractable hardtopThe retractable hardtop combines reliable weather protection with simple and convenient operation.Please note:

Controls 39Reference At a glanceDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentMobilityOpening and closingWhen the vehicle is stationary and at rad

Opening and closing40Installation1. Insert the wind deflector 1 into the holders 2 on the rollover bars; the arrow should point in the direction of tr

Controls 41Reference At a glanceDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentMobilityAdjustmentsSitting safelyThe ideal sitting position can make

Adjustments42Manual adjustmentObserve the adjustment instructions on page 41 to ensure the best possible per-sonal protection.<Longitudinal directi

Controls 43Reference At a glanceDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentMobility4 BackrestLumbar support*You can also adjust the contour of

Adjustments44Storing1. Switch on radio readiness or the ignition, refer to page 50.2. Adjust the seat and exterior mirrors to the desired positions.3.

Controls 45Reference At a glanceDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentMobilityClosingMake sure you hear the latch plate engage in the belt

Adjustments46Automatic heatingDepending on the outside temperature, both exterior mirrors are heated automatically when the engine is running or the i

Controls 47Reference At a glanceDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentMobility3. Swing the lever back up.Do not use force to swing the lev

Reference At a glanceControlsDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentMobilityContentsThe fastest way to find information on a partic-ular to

Transporting children safely48Transporting children safelyThe right place for childrenDo not leave children unattended in the vehicle; otherwise, they

Controls 49Reference At a glanceDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentMobilityTo lock the safety belt1. Secure the child restraint system

Driving50DrivingIgnition lockInsert the remote control into the ignition lockInsert the remote control all the way into the ignition lock.> Radio r

Controls 51Reference At a glanceDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentMobilityStarting the engineDo not run the engine in enclosed areas;

Driving52Switching off the engineAlways take the remote control with you when you leave the vehicle. Set the parking brake firmly when parking; oth-er

Controls 53Reference At a glanceDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentMobilityReleasingTake the remote control with you when leaving the v

Driving54Displays in the instrument clusterP R N D DS M1 to M6The selector lever position is displayed, or the current gear in the manual mode.Changin

Controls 55Reference At a glanceDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentMobilitya downshift that would cause the engine to overrev will not

Driving56System limitationsThis transmission is equipped with an over-heating protection system that protects the clutches against extremely high load

Controls 57Reference At a glanceDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentMobilityP ParkThe rear wheels are locked.P is engaged automatically

Notes4NotesUsing this Owner's ManualWe have tried to make all the information in this Owner's Manual easy to find. The fastest way to find s

Driving58> To shift down: press one of the shift pad-dles forward, arrow 2.Gears can be shifted using the shift paddles in drive mode or in manual

Controls 59Reference At a glanceDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentMobility4. Turn the cap with the Allen wrench, arrow 1, and remove i

Driving60Triple turn signal activationPress the lever as far as the resistance point.The turn signals flash once.You can set whether it should flash o

Controls 61Reference At a glanceDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentMobilityDeactivating intermittent wipe or rain sensorPress the butto

Driving62One lever for all functions1 Storing and maintaining speed or acceler-ating2 Storing and maintaining speed or deceler-ating3 Deactivating cru

Controls 63Reference At a glanceDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentMobilityWarning lampThe warning lamp comes on, for example, when cru

Controls overview64Controls overviewOdometer, outside temperature display, clock1 Knob in the instrument cluster2 Outside temperature display and cloc

Controls 65Reference At a glanceDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentMobilityCoolant temperatureA warning lamp will come on if the coolan

Controls overview66Cruising rangeDisplays the estimated cruising range available with the remaining fuel. The range is calculated on the basis of the

Controls 67Reference At a glanceDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentMobilityDisplays on the "Trip computer":> Departure tim

5Reference At a glanceControlsDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentMobilityThe individual vehicleWhen you ordered your BMW, you chose va

Controls overview68Settings and informationOperating principle1 Button for:> Selecting display> Setting values2 Button for:> Confirming selec

Controls 69Reference At a glanceDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentMobilityService requirementsThe remaining driving distance and the d

Controls overview70Possible displays1 Button for selecting functions2 Service requirements3 Engine oil4 Roadworthiness test*5 Front brake pads6 Rear b

Controls 71Reference At a glanceDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentMobilityEntering deadlines for legally required inspections*Make sur

Controls overview722. "Settings"Setting the time1. "Settings"2. "Time/Date"3. "Time:"4. Turn the controller un

Controls 73Reference At a glanceDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentMobilitySetting the date format1. "Settings"2. "Time/

Controls overview74Hiding Check Control messagesPress the button in the turn indicator lever.Some Check Control messages are displayed until the malfu

Controls 75Reference At a glanceDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentMobility4. Turn the controller until the desired limit is displayed.

Controls overview76Volume of the warning signals*You can raise or lower the volume of the warn-ing signals, e.g., the 'Fasten safety belts'

Controls 77Reference At a glanceDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentMobilityTechnology for driving comfort and safetyPark Distance Contr

Notes6Installation and operation of accessories not approved by BMW, such as alarms, radios, amplifiers, radar detectors, wheels, suspension component

Technology for driving comfort and safety78Loud sound sources outside or inside the car can drown out the PDC signal. Therefore, always drive cautious

Controls 79Reference At a glanceDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentMobilityDynamic Driving ControlThe conceptDynamic Driving Control ca

Technology for driving comfort and safety80Activating TRACTION Press the button.TRACTION is displayed in the instru-ment cluster.The DSC indicator lam

Controls 81Reference At a glanceDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentMobilityassistant will not hold the car in place after approx. 2 sec

Technology for driving comfort and safety823. In the event of complete tire pressure loss, 0 psi/0 kPa, you can estimate the possible distance for con

Controls 83Reference At a glanceDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentMobilityGreenThe tire inflation pressure corresponds to the establis

Technology for driving comfort and safety84> With a medium load:1 person, cargo area full, or 2 people without luggage:approx. 95 miles/150 km>

Controls 85Reference At a glanceDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentMobilityable to detect or signal low tire pressure as intended. TPMS

Technology for driving comfort and safety86vidual components of the system or its wiring in any way. This includes the upholstered covers of the steer

Controls 87Reference At a glanceDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentMobilityMost child seats are detected by the sys-tem, especially chi

7Reference At a glanceControlsDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentMobilityIf NHTSA receives similar complaints, it may open an investig

Lamps88LampsParking lamps/low beams0 Lamps off, daytime running lights1 Parking lamps and daytime running lights2 Low-beam headlamps and welcome lamps

Controls 89Reference At a glanceDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentMobilityActivating/deactivating welcome lamps1. "Settings"

Lamps90High beams/roadside parking lamps1 High beams2 Headlamp flasher3 Roadside parking lamps*Roadside parking lamps, left or right*There is an addit

Controls 91Reference At a glanceDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentMobilitySystem limitationsThe high-beam assistant cannot serve as a

Lamps92Interior lampsThe interior lamps, footwell lamps*, entry lamps*, cargo area lamp and courtesy lamps* are controlled automatically.The LEDs for

Controls 93Reference At a glanceDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentMobilityClimateEquipment versionsDepending on the equipment version,

Climate94Air conditioning system1 Air distribution2 Recirculated-air mode3 Cooling function4 Temperature5 Air flow rate6 Rear window defrosterAir dist

Controls 95Reference At a glanceDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentMobilityRear window defrosterThe defroster switches off auto-matical

Climate96Automatic climate control*1 Temperature, left side of passenger com-partment2 Maximum cooling3 Rear window defroster4 Defrosting windows and

Controls 97Reference At a glanceDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentMobilitySwitching the cooling function on and offThe cooling functio