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The UltimateDriving Machine

Owner's Manualfor Vehicle

Contents

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Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 158 112 - © 03/04 BMW AG

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Congratulations, and thank you for choosing a BMW.

Thorough familiarity with your vehicle will provide you with enhanced control andsecurity when you drive it. Therefore, we have one request:

Please take the time to read this Owner's Manual and familiarize yourself with theinformation that we have compiled for you before starting off in your new BMW. Themanual contains important data and instructions intended to assist you in obtainingmaximum satisfaction from your BMW's unique array of advanced technical fea-tures. It also contains information on vehicle maintenance designed to enhanceoperating safety while simultaneously helping you to maintain your BMW's valuethroughout an extended service life. For additional information refer to the supple-mental manuals.

This Owner's Manual should be considered a permanent part of this vehicle. Itshould stay with the vehicle when sold to provide the next owner with important

operating, safety and maintenance information.We wish you an enjoyable driving experience.

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4 Notes

© 2004 Bayerische Motoren WerkeAktiengesellschaftMunich, GermanyReprinting, including excerpts, only with thewritten consent of BMW AG, Munich.Order No. 01 41 0 158 112US English II/04

Printed in GermanyPrinted on environmentally friendly paper,bleached without chlorine, suitable for recycling.

About this Owner's Manual

We have made every effort to ensure

that you are able to find what you needin this Owner's Manual as quickly aspossible. The fastest way to find certaintopics is by using the detailed index atthe end. If you wish to gain an initialoverview of your vehicle, you will findthis in the first chapter.

Should you wish to sell your BMW atsome time in the future, please remem-ber to hand over this Owner's Manualto the new owner; it is an important partof the vehicle.

Additional sources of information

If you have any additional questions,

your BMW center will be glad to adviseyou.

You can find more information aboutBMW, for example on its technology,on the Internet at www.bmw.com.

Symbols used

Indicates precautions that must

be followed precisely in order toavoid the possibility of personal injuryand serious damage to the vehicle.

Indicates information that willassist you in gaining the optimum

benefit from your vehicle and enableyou to care more effectively for your

vehicle.

Refers to measures that can betaken to help protect the environ-

ment.

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Indicates special equipment, coun-try-specific equipment and optionalextras when available.

Vehicle Memory, Key Memory,refer to page 58. Identifies func-

tions that can be specifically adaptedfor a particular key or vehicle. These

adjustments can be performed by yourBMW center.

Indicates that you should consultthe relevant section of this

Owner's Manual for information on aparticular part or assembly.


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7Notes

Reporting safety defects

The following only applies to vehicles

owned and operated in the US.If you believe that your vehicle has adefect which could cause a crash orcould cause injury or death, you shouldimmediately inform the National High-way Traffic Safety AdministrationNHTSA in addition to notifying BMW of

North America, LLC, P.O. Box 1227,Westwood, New Jersey 07675-1227,telephone toll-free 1-800-831-1117.

If NHTSA receives similar complaints, itmay open an investigation, and if itfinds that a safety defect exists in agroup of vehicles, it may order a recall

and remedy campaign. However,NHTSA cannot become involved in indi-vidual problems between you, yourdealer, or BMW of North America, LLC.

To contact NHTSA, you may either callthe Auto Safety Hotline toll-free at1-800-424-9393 or 366-0123 in theWashington, D.C. area, or write to:NHTSA, U.S. Department of Transpor-tation, Washington, D.C. 20590. Youcan also obtain other information aboutmotor vehicle safety from the Hotline.


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Contents

N o t e s About this Owner's Manual 4

Additional sources ofinformation 4

Symbols used 4Your individual vehicle 5Status at time of printing 5For your own safety 5Service and warranty 6Reporting safety defects 7

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r v i e w Cockpit 14

Instrument cluster 16Indicator and warning lamps 18Buttons in steering wheel* 21Hazard warning triangle* 22First-aid kit* 22Refueling 23Fuel specifications 24

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t u r e s Opening and closing:

Keys 28Central locking system 28Opening and closing – via the

remote control 29Opening and closing – via the

door lock 31Opening and closing – from the

inside 32Luggage compartment lid 33Luggage compartment 35Alarm system* 36Electric power windows 38Glass sunroof, electric* 39

Adjustments:Safe seating position 41

Seats 42Manual seat adjustment 42Power seat adjustment* 44Lumbar support* 44Head restraints 45Entering the rear 45Safety belts 46

Seat and mirror memory* 47Seat heating* 48Mirrors 49Steering wheel 50


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Passenger safety systems:Airbags 51Transporting children safely 54Vehicle Memory, Key

Memory 58

Driving:

Ignition lock 59Starting the engine 59Switching off the engine 61

Parking brake 61Manual transmission 62Sequential manual gearbox

SMG* 63Automatic transmission with

Steptronic* 67Turn signal indicator/Headlamp

flasher 70Washer/wiper system/Rain

sensor* 71Cruise control* 72

Everything under control:Odometer 74Tachometer 74Energy control 74Fuel gauge 75Engine coolant temperature

gauge 75Service interval display 76Check Control 76Clock 77Computer 78

Technology for safety anddriving convenience:

Park Distance Control (PDC)* 80Dynamic Stability Control

(DSC) 81Flat Tire Monitor* 82Brake force display 84

Lamps:

Parking lamps/Low beams 85

Adaptive headlights* 86Instrument lighting 86High beams/Standing lamps 87Front fog lamps 87Interior lamps 88

Controlling the climate forpleasant driving:

Air conditioning 90Automatic climate control* 94Roller sun blind* 98

Interior conveniences:Premium sound system* 99Glove compartment 99

Storage compartments 100Microphone* 101Ashtray, front* 102Ashtray, rear* 102Clothes hooks 103

Loading and transporting:Through-loading system 104Ski bag* 105Cargo loading 106Roof-mounted luggage

rack* 109

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r a t i o n , m a i n t e n a n c e Special operating instructions:

Break-in procedures 112General driving notes 113Antilock Brake System

(ABS) 115

Wheels and tires:

Tire inflation pressure 116Tire code 118Tire condition 119

Run Flat tires* 120New wheels and tires 121Snow chains* 122

In the engine compartment:

Hood 123Engine compartment

essentials 124Washer fluids 126Engine oil 126Coolant 128Brake fluid 128

Maintenance:

BMW Maintenance System 130

Laws and regulations:

California laws 132OBD interface socket 132

O w n e r s e r v i c e p r o c e

d u r e s Replacement procedures:

Onboard tool kit 136Windshield wiper blades 136Lamps and bulbs 137Changing a wheel 141Battery 145Fuses 145

Giving and receiving

assistance:

Receiving assistance 146Jump-starting 147Towing and tow-starting the

vehicle 149

T e c h n i c a

l d a t a Engine data 154

Dimensions 155Weights 156Capacities 157


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I n d e x Everything from A to Z 160


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Overview

Controls and features

Operation, maintenance

Owner service procedures

Technical data

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1 Parking lamps/Low beams 85

2 >Turn signal indicators 70>

Standing lamps 87>High beams 87>Headlamp flasher 70>Computer 78

3 Washer/wiper system/Rainsensor 71

4 Hazard warning flashers

5 Central locking system 28

6 > Initiating an emergency call 146>Mobile Service 147

7 Rear window defroster 92, 97

8 Horn: the entire surface

9 Adjusting the steering wheel 50

10 Fog lamps 87

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1 Fuel gauge 75

2 Indicator lamp for turn signals 20

3 Speedometer4 Indicator and warning lamps 18

to 20

5 Tachometer and Energy Control 74

6 Engine coolant temperaturegauge 75

7 Indicator and warning lamps 18to 20

8 Control button for the clock 77

9 Selector lever and program displayfor automatic transmission/sequen-tial manual gearbox SMG, transmis-sion indicator lamp 19, 65, 69

10 Display for>Trip odometer/Odometer 74>Clock 77>Service interval 76>Computer 78

11 Check Control 76

12 Trip odometer, reset to zero 74

13 Indicator and warning lamps 18to 20

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18 Indicator and warning lamps

Technology that monitors itself

Indicator and warning lamps that are

identified by●

are tested for properfunctioning whenever the ignition key isturned. They each light up once for dif-ferent periods of time.

If a fault should occur in one of thesesystems, the corresponding lamp doesnot go out after the engine is started, or

it lights up while the vehicle is moving.You will see how to react to this below.

Red: stop immediately

Battery charge current ●The battery is no longer beingcharged. Indicates a defective

alternator drive belt or a problem withthe alternator's charge circuit. pleasecontact the nearest BMW center.

If the drive belt is defective, stopand switch off the engine immedi-

ately to prevent overheating and seri-

ous engine damage. If the drive belt isdefective, increased steering effort isalso required.<

Engine oil pressure ●

The engine oil pressure is toolow. Stop the vehicle immedi-

ately and switch off the engine. It is notpossible to continue driving. Pleasecontact the nearest BMW center.

Do not continue driving, as theengine could sustain serious dam-

age from inadequate lubrication.<

Brake warning lamp ●

If the lamp comes on when theparking brake is not engaged:

check the brake fluid level. It is veryimportant that you follow the instruc-tions on page 128 before driving on.

Have the system checked immediately.

Brake warning lamp for Cana-dian models.

Flat Tire Monitor ●In addition, an acoustic signal is

sounded: there is a flat tire.Reduce speed and carefully come to astop. Avoid sudden braking and steer-ing maneuvers.For additional information, refer topage 83.

Red and yellow: continue drivingcautiously

The brake warning lamp comeson together with the yellow indi-cator lamps for ABS ● andDSC:The entire ABS, CBC and DSCcontrol system has failed. Con-tinue driving cautiously and

defensively. Avoid hard brakeapplications. Please have the systemchecked by your BMW center as soonas possible.Additional information beginning on 81.

CBC, ABS and DSC and DBCindicator and warning lamps for

Canadian models.

Red: an important reminderBrake warning lampComes on when the parkingbrake is applied – an additional

acoustic signal sounds when startingoff.For additional information, refer to

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Brake warning lamp for Cana-dian models.

Please fasten safety belts ●

Comes on together with anacoustic signal until the safety

belts are fastened.For additional information on safetybelts, refer to page 46.

Airbags ●Have the system checked assoon as possible.

For additional information, refer topage 53.

Orange: consult the nearest BMW

centerAutomatic transmission/sequen-tial manual gearboxThe respective transmission has

responded to a malfunction by revertingto operation in its emergency defaultprogram. Have the system checked

immediately.For additional information, refer topages 65, 69.

Yellow: check as soon as possible

Engine oil level

If the lamp comes on duringnormal vehicle operation: theengine oil level has fallen to the abso-lute minimum; refill as soon as possible.Do not drive more than approx.30 miles/50 km before refilling.For additional information, refer to

page 126.Engine oil levelComes on after the engine hasbeen shut off: add engine oil at

the earliest opportunity, such as thenext time you stop to refuel.For additional information, refer to

page 126.Brake pads ●Have the brake pads checkedimmediately.

For additional information, refer topage 114.

Flat Tire Monitor ●

The Flat Tire Monitor is malfunc-tioning or out of order. If there is

a malfunction, have the systemchecked.For additional information, refer topage 84.

Dynamic Stability Control(DSC) ●Indicator lamp flashes:

The system is actively regulating drivetorque and braking force.The indicator lamp stays lit:DSC has been switched off with thebutton; DTC is operational.If there is a malfunction, have the sys-tem checked.

Additional information beginning on 81.

Dynamic Stability Control (DSC)and brake warning lampThe indicator lamps remain on:DSC/DTC have been switchedoff with the button or are faulty.If there is a malfunction, have

the system checked as soon as possi-ble.Additional information beginning on 81.

DSC indicator and brake warn-ing lamps for Canadian models.

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21Buttons in steering wheel*

These buttons let you operate the fol-lowing functions quickly and withoutbeing distracted from traffic conditions:

>Selected radio functions>The cruise control>Selected telephone functions>The voice recognition system.

The controls are active only whenthe corresponding systems and

accessories are switched on.<

Press briefly:

Receive a phone call, initiate dialing,

terminate a call.Extended pressure:

Switch voice recognition on and off.

Display/hide telephone book. Display

the entries one after another with theforward/backward buttons.

Forward:

>RadioPress briefly: next station in stationmemoryExtended pressure: station search

>CDPress briefly: jump to next trackExtended pressure: search functionin track

>CassettePress briefly: jump to next track orstop fast forwardExtended pressure: fast forward

>PhoneScan personal phone book.

Rewind: same functions as forward.

Volume.

Cruise control: select a stored setting.

Cruise control: store and accelerate +

or decelerate and store –.

Cruise control: activate/interrupt/deac-tivate.

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Hazard warning triangle* First aid kit*

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22 Hazard warning triangle*

The hazard warning triangle is stored ina storage case on the left side of theluggage compartment.

Always observe all legal regula-tions requiring a warning triangle

to be carried in the vehicle.<

First-aid kit*

The first-aid kit is located under thepassenger seat.

To release: pull the handle and fold thecover down.

To close: fold the cover up and press ituntil the tab engages.

Several of the items contained inthe first-aid pouch have a limited

service life. For this reason, check theexpiration dates of each of the items

regularly, and replace any with passeddates. These items can be purchased inany drugstore or pharmacy.Always observe all legal regulationsrequiring a first-aid kit to be carried inthe vehicle.<


23Refueling

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23Refueling

Fuel filler door

Always switch off the enginebefore refueling, as it is not possi-

ble to add fuel with the engine running,

and attempts may also trigger theSERVICE ENGINE SOON lamp.<

Press on the rear edge of the fuel fillerdoor to open and close it.

If an electrical malfunction occurs, youcan unlock the fuel filler door manually:

Pull the knob with the fuel pump sym-bol, located on the right side wall of theluggage compartment.

Always observe all safety precau-tions posted at the service station

when handling fuel.

Never carry spare fuel containers inyour vehicle. Whether empty or full,these containers can leak, cause anexplosion, or lead to fire in the event ofa collision.<

Please observe while refuelling

Open the gas cap carefully to pre-vent fuel from spraying out. Fuel

spray may cause injury.<

Place the gas cap in the bracketattached to the fuel filler door.

When refueling, insert the filler nozzle inthe filler pipe. Lifting the nozzle duringrefueling

> results in premature pump shutoff

>and will reduce the effect of the vaporrecovery system on the pump.

The fuel tank is full when the filler noz-zle shuts off the first time.

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Closing the gas cap

Place the cap in position and turn ituntil a clearly audible click is heard.

Close the gas cap carefully afterrefueling until a click is heard.

While closing, be sure not to squeezethe strap which is fastened to the cap.A loose or missing cap will activate theCHECK GAS CAP* lamp.<

Warning lamp* lights up. Thegas cap is not properly closedor is missing. Check if the gas

cap is properly closed.

Fuel tank capacity

>Approx. 16.6 gal./63 liters, of which>approx. 2.1 gal./8 liters are reserve

capacity.

Do not drive to the last drop offuel. This can prevent the engine

from operating properly and result indamage.<

Fuel specifications

The engine uses lead-free gasolineonly.

Required fuelPremium Unleaded Gasoline,Minimum Octane Rating: AKI 91.

Minimum Octane Rating corresponds tothe Anti Knock Index AKI and is deter-mined according to the so-called

(R+M)/2 method.

Do not use leaded gasoline, asotherwise the lambda probe and

catalytic converter will be permanentlydamaged.<

Use high-quality brandsField experience has indicated signifi-cant differences in fuel quality: volatility,composition, additives, etc., amonggasolines offered for sale in the UnitedStates and Canada. Fuels containing upto and including 10% ethanol or other

oxygenates with up to 2.8 % oxygen byweight, that is, 15% MTBE or 3% meth-anol plus an equivalent amount of co-solvent, will not void the applicablewarranties with respect to defects inmaterials or workmanship.

The use of poor-quality fuels mayresult in drivability, starting and

stalling problems especially under cer-

tain environmental conditions such ashigh ambient temperature and high alti-tude.Should you encounter drivability prob-lems which you suspect could berelated to the fuel you are using, werecommend that you respond by

switching to a recognized high-qualitybrand.Failure to comply with these recom-mendations may also result in unsched-uled maintenance.<

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Opening and closing

Keys Central locking system

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28 Keys

The key set

1 Master keys with remote control.They govern the functions of the KeyMemory. Certain functions in your

vehicle may operate differentlydepending on the key, refer topage 58.To distinguish between keys, you canmark each key with remote control byapplying one of the colored decalsthat you received when accepting

delivery of your vehicle

In every master key with theremote control feature there is an

extended-life battery that is charged

automatically in the ignition lock as youdrive.Therefore, use otherwise unused mas-ter keys for a longer journey every sixmonths so that the battery can becharged.<

2 Spare key – for storage in a safeplace, such as in your wallet. This keyis not intended for constant use. Theluggage compartment lid and theglove compartment cannot be lockedand unlocked with this key. This isuseful for valet parking, for example

Central locking system

The concept

The central locking system is ready foroperation whenever the driver's door isclosed. The system simultaneouslyengages and releases the locks on the

>doors> luggage compartment lid> fuel filler door.

The central locking system can be

operated> from outside via the remote control

as well as via the driver's door lock> from inside by pressing a button.

The fuel filler door is not locked whenthe central locking system is activatedfrom the inside, refer to page 32. Whenthe system is actuated from the out-side, the anti-theft system is also acti-vated. This prevents the doors frombeing unlocked via the lock buttons orthe release handle. The alarm system isalso activated or deactivated.

If locked from the inside, the centrallocking system unlocks automatically inthe event of an accident, except ondoors that have been locked individu-ally using the lock buttons, refer topage 32. In addition, the hazard warn-ing flashers and interior lamps come on.


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The concept

The remote control also provides twoadditional functions beyond the centrallocking feature:

>To switch on interior lamps, refer topage 30.With this function you can alsosearch for your vehicle when parkedin an underground garage, for

instance>To open the luggage compartmentlid, refer to page 30.The luggage compartment lid willopen slightly, regardless of whether itwas previously locked or unlocked.

Whenever you unlock or lock the vehi-

cle, you simultaneously deactivate/acti-vate the anti-theft system, disarm/armthe alarm system and switch the interiorlamps on/off.

You can have a signal set to con-firm that the vehicle's locks have

engaged securely.<

Master keys with remote control

Persons or animals inside thevehicle may be able to lock the

doors from the inside. For this reason,always take the vehicle keys with youso that the vehicle can be opened againfrom the outside at any time.<

If it is no longer possible to lockthe vehicle via the remote control,

the battery is discharged. Use this keywhile driving for an extended period inorder to recharge the battery.To prevent unauthorized use of theremote control, surrender only thespare key when leaving the vehicle forvalet parking, for example.

In the event of a system malfunction,please contact your BMW center. Youcan also obtain replacement keysthere.<

1 Unlock, convenience opening mode,and disarm alarm system

2 Lock and secure, arm alarm system,activate interior lamps, disarm tilt

alarm sensor and interior motion sen-sor

3 Open the luggage compartment lid,Panic mode – trigger alarm

To release

Press the button once to unlock thedriver's door.

Press the button a second time to dis-engage all vehicle locks.

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Convenience opening mode

Press the button briefly and then keep itpressed. The electric power windowsand the glass sunroof open.

To lock and secure

Press button.

To switch on the interior lamps

With the vehicle locked, press button.

With this function, you can also searchfor your vehicle when parked in anunderground garage, for instance.

To open the luggagecompartment lid

Press button briefly.

The luggage compartment lid will openslightly, regardless of whether it waspreviously locked or unlocked.

If the vehicle was previouslylocked, the luggage compartment

is also locked again after it is closed.

Before and after a trip, be sure that theluggage compartment lid has not beenopened unintentionally.<

Panic mode* – trigger alarm

By pressing the button for more than2 seconds, the alarm system* can betriggered in the event of danger, if thesystem is armed.

To switch off the alarm:

Press button.

External systems

Malfunctions:

Local radio waves can impede the func-tioning of the remote control.

If this occurs, open and close the vehi-cle using a master key in the door lock.

For US owners only

The transmitter and receiver units com-ply with part 15 of the FCC FederalCommunications Commission regula-tions. Operation is governed by the fol-lowing:

FCC ID:

>LX8EWS>LX8FZVS

>LX8FZVE.Compliance statement:

This device complies with part 15 of theFCC Rules. Operation is subject to thefollowing two conditions:

>This device may not cause harmful

interference, and> this device must accept any interfer-

ence received, including interferencethat may cause undesired operation.

Any unauthorized modifications tothese devices could void the

user's authority to operate the equip-ment.<

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One turn of the key in the driver's doorlock unlocks the driver's door only.Turning the key a second time unlocksthe passenger-side door, the luggagecompartment lid and the fuel filler door.

You can have a signal set to con-firm that the vehicle's locks have

engaged securely.<

Convenience operation

You can also operate the power win-dows and the glass sunroof via the doorlock.

>To open: with the door closed, holdthe key in the Unlock position

>To close: with the door closed, holdthe key in the Lock position.

Whenever closing the windows orsliding/tilt sunroof you should

always monitor their path and progress

to ensure that no one is injured.Release the key to stop the windows orsliding/tilt sunroof.<

Manual operation

If there is an electrical malfunction, youcan unlock or lock the driver's door by

turning the key in the lock all the way tothe left or right.

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You can use this button to control thecentral locking system whenever thedoors are closed. The doors and lug-gage compartment lid are unlocked orlocked only. The anti-theft system is not

activated.

If only the driver's door wasunlocked from the outside and

you press the button, then, with thedriver's door still open, the passenger-side door, the luggage compartment lid

and the fuel filler door will unlock, too.If the driver's door is closed, it will belocked.<

If you desire, the central lockingsystem can be activated automati-

cally as soon as you begin to drive. This

can be adjusted to be key-specific.<

To unlock and open the doors

1. Press the button for the central lock-ing system

2. Pull the release handle above thearmrest on the door you wish to open

or

pull the release handle for any doortwice: to unlock and open the door.

To lock>Either use the central locking button

to lock both doors at once or>press the individual door lock buttons

down. In this case, the fuel filler doorwill stay unlocked. To prevent thedriver from being inadvertently

locked out of the vehicle, the driver'sdoor lock button will not engage aslong as the door is open.

Persons or animals inside thevehicle may be able to lock the

doors from the inside. For this reason,

always take the vehicle keys with youso that the vehicle can be opened againfrom the outside at any time.<


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The lock

Only the master keys fit in the lock forthe luggage compartment lid, refer topage 28.

To secure separately

Turn the master key to the right past theresistance point and then pull it out inthe horizontal position.

This locks the luggage compartment lidand disconnects it from the centrallocking system. This feature can beused to prevent unauthorized access tothe luggage compartment when yousurrender the spare key only, refer topage 28. This can be advantageous for

valet parking, for example.

To open from the outside

Press the button in the handle recess:the luggage compartment lid opensslightly.

The luggage compartment is lit when itis opened.

Manual operation

In the event of electrical malfunction

Turn the master key all the way to theleft – the luggage compartment lid willopen slightly.

The luggage compartment lid is lockedagain as soon as you close it.

To open from the inside, refer to the fol-lowing section.

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To open from the inside*

If the luggage compartment lid has notbeen locked separately, you can open itwith this button in the footwell on the

driver's side when the vehicle is sta-tionary.

To close

The handle recesses in the interior trimpanel of the luggage compartment lidmake it easier to pull the lid down.

To avoid injuries, be sure that thetravel path of the luggage com-

partment lid is clear when it is closed,following the same precautions as withall closing procedures.<

Operate the vehicle only when theluggage compartment lid is com-

pletely closed. Otherwise, exhaustfumes could penetrate the interior ofthe vehicle.<

If at any time it does become necessaryto operate the vehicle with the luggagecompartment lid open:

1. Close all windows and the glass sun-roof

2. Greatly increase the quantity of aircoming from the air conditioning orautomatic climate control system,refer to page 90 or 94.


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Emergency release

This lever releases the luggage com-partment lid from the luggage compart-ment's interior.

Floor panel

Lift the floor panel with the ring, thenuse the tab to suspend it from theweather-stripping on the drip rail.

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Floor mat

You can turn the floor mat over to trans-port soiled objects, etc. The rubber-coated side is suitable for washing andis also designed to inhibit sliding.

The fittings at the corners of the lug-gage compartment provide you with aconvenient means of attaching luggagecompartment nets* and flexible strapsfor securing luggage.

Refer also to Cargo loading on

page 106.

The concept

The vehicle alarm system responds:

>When a door, the hood or the lug-gage compartment lid is opened

>To movement inside the vehicle –interior motion sensor

>To variations in the vehicle's tilt anglesuch as those occurring duringattempts to steal the wheels or towthe vehicle – tilt alarm sensor.

>To interruption of battery voltage.

The system responds to unauthorizedvehicle entry and attempted theft bysimultaneously activating the following:

>The acoustic alarm sounds for30 seconds

>The hazard warning flashers are acti-vated for approx. five minutes

>The high beams flash on and off inrhythm with the hazard warning flash-ers.

To arm and disarm the alarm

systemWhen the vehicle is locked or unlockedvia the remote control or the driver'sdoor lock, the alarm system is alsosimultaneously armed or disarmed.

You can have different acknowl-edgment signals set to confirm

arming and disarming.<

You can also open the luggage com-partment lid when the system is armedby pressing the remote control button,refer to page 30. The lid is once again

secured when it is closed.Extended pressure on the button setsoff the alarm – Panic mode, refer topage 30.


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Indicator lamp displays

>The indicator lamp below the interiorrearview mirror flashes continuously:the system is armed

>The indicator lamp flashes immedi-ately after the vehicle is locked: doorsor luggage compartment lid are notcompletely closed. Even if you do notclose the alerted area(s), the remain-ing areas are secured, and the indi-cator lamp will flash continuouslyafter 10 seconds. However, the inte-rior motion sensor is not activated

>The indicator lamp goes out immedi-ately after the vehicle is unlocked: nomanipulation or attempted intrusionshave been detected in the periodsince the system was armed

>The indicator lamp flashes for10 seconds immediately after the

system is armed: an attempted entryhas been detected in the period sincethe system was armed.

Following triggering of an alarm, theindicator lamp will flash continuously.

Tilt alarm sensor and interiormotion sensor

Tilt alarm sensor:

The tilt of the vehicle is monitored. Thealarm system reacts, for example, toattempts to steal the wheels or tow thevehicle

Interior motion sensor:

In order for the interior motion sensor tofunction properly, the windows and theglass sunroof must be completelyclosed.

Avoiding unintentional alarms

The tilt alarm sensor and interior motionsensor may be switched off at the same

time. You can do this to prevent a falsealarm, e.g. in the following situations:

> In garages with elevator ramps>When the vehicle is being trans-

ported by train>When animals are to remain in the

vehicle.

To deactivate the tilt alarm andinterior motion sensors

>Press the button on the remote con-trol twice.

The indicator lamp lights up briefly andthen flashes continuously. The tilt alarmsensor and the interior motion sensorare deactivated until the vehicle isunlocked and locked again.

You can have the tilt alarm sensorand the interior motion sensor

permanently deactivated.<

The system inadvertently deacti-vates the tilt alarm sensor and the

interior motion sensor if the conve-nience closing of windows and glasssunroof is interrupted within the first10 seconds and then restarted. Thevehicle must then be unlocked andrelocked before the sensors will resumeoperation.<

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To prevent injuries, exercise carewhen closing the glass sunroof

and keep it in your field of vision until it

is shut.When leaving the vehicle, alwaysremove the ignition key from the lockand remember to close the doors toprevent children from operating theglass sunroof and injuring themselves,etc.<

Opening and closing

With the ignition key in position 1 orhigher.

>Slide the switch until you feel resis-

tance: the glass sunroof opens andcloses as long as you hold the switch

>Slide the switch past the pressurepoint: the glass sunroof moves auto-matically.Tapping the switch again stops themotion immediately.

The headliner insert retracts with theglass sunroof while it is opening.

After the ignition has been switched off:you can still operate the glass sunrooffor up to 15 minutes, as long as no oneopens either of the doors.

For the convenience mode via theremote control or the door lock, refer topage 30 or 31.

Raising the glass sunroof

With the ignition key in position 1 orhigher: tap the switch.

Tapping the switch again stops themotion immediately.

If you briefly press the switch in theraise direction while the glass sunroof isopen, the sunroof will rise to its upper-most position.

After the ignition has been switched off:you can still operate the glass sunrooffor up to 15 minutes, as long as no one

opens either of the doors.The headliner insert slides back some-what when you raise the glass sunroof.

Do not use force to close theheadliner insert with the sunroof in

its raised position, otherwise the mech-

anism will be damaged. When leavingthe vehicle, always remove the ignitionkey from the lock and remember toclose the doors, otherwise childrencould operate the sunroof and injurethemselves, etc.<

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Trap protection

If the glass sunroof encounters resis-tance when closing from approximately

the half-closed position or when closingfrom the raised position, the closingoperation is interrupted and the glasssunroof reopens slightly.

Despite trap protection, alwaysmake sure that the sunroof can

close without obstruction, otherwise insome cases, e.g. with thin objects, it isnot guaranteed that the closing opera-tion will be interrupted.Trap protection is restricted when theswitch is pressed and held beyond thepressure point. The sunroof opens only

slightly. If the switch is pressed andheld beyond the pressure point againwithin approx. 2 seconds, trap protec-tion is overridden.<

Manual operation

The glass sunroof can also be operatedmanually in the event of an electricalmalfunction.

1. Pull out the switch, then reach intothe exposed opening and press outthe cover

2. Use the Allen key from the onboardtool kit, refer to page 136, to turn theglass sunroof in the desired direc-tion.

Initializing the glass sunroof

If the glass sunroof can no longerbe automatically opened or closed

after manual operation, it must be ini-tialized.<

With the key in ignition position 1 orhigher, press and hold the switchbeyond the pressure point until the

glass sunroof moves slightly.


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Adjustments

Safe seating position

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For driving that is relaxed and less likelyto cause fatigue, you should select asitting position that reflects your per-

sonal requirements. In combinationwith the safety belts and airbags, thecorrect seating position also plays animportant role in enhancing occupantsafety in the event of an accident. Toensure that the vehicle's safety systemsprovide you with optimal protection, we

request that you direct your carefulattention to the following section.

For supplementary information ontransporting children, refer to page 54.

Sitting safely with airbags

Always maintain an adequate dis-tance between yourself and the

airbags. Always hold the steering wheelby the rim to keep any chance of injuryto hands or arms to an absolute mini-mum should the airbag be deployed.Never allow any objects, individuals oranimals to obstruct the areas betweenpassengers and airbags. Never use thefront airbag's cover as a storage tray orsupport for objects of any kind. Neverallow front passengers to rest their feetor legs on the airbag cover.<

For airbag locations and additionalinformation on airbags, refer topage 51.

Sitting safely with safety belts

Your vehicle offers five sitting positions,each of which is provided with a safetybelt.

Never allow more than one personto wear a single safety belt. Never

allow infants or small children to ride in

a passenger's lap. Avoid twisting thebelt while routing it firmly across thepelvis and shoulder, wear it as snuglyagainst your body as possible. Do notallow the belt to rest against hard orfragile objects. Do not route the beltacross your neck, or run it across sharp

edges. Be sure that the belt does notbecome caught or jammed. Avoidwearing bulky clothing and pull on thelap belt periodically to retension it overyour shoulders. In the event of a frontalimpact, a loose lap belt could slide overthe hips, leading to abdominal injury. In

addition, the safety belt's restrainteffectiveness is reduced if it is wornloosely. Expectant mothers shouldalways wear their safety belts, takingcare to position the lap belt against thelower hips, where it will not exert pres-sure against the abdominal area.<

For information on using the safetybelts, refer to page 46.

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When adjusting your seat, alwaysobserve the following precautions

Never try to adjust your seat while

operating the vehicle. The seatcould respond with an unexpectedmovement, and the ensuing loss ofvehicle control could lead to an acci-dent. Never ride with the backrestreclined to an extreme angle. This isespecially important for the front pas-

senger to remember. If you do, there isa risk that you will slide under the safetybelt in an accident, thus reducing theprotection provided by the safety belt.<

Seat adjustment

>Manual seat adjustment, refer topage 42

>Power seat adjustment, refer topage 44

>Head restraint, refer to page 45>Entering the rear, refer to page 45.

Seat adjustment

1 Forward/backward adjustmentPull the lever and slide the seat to thedesired position.After you release the lever, move theseat forward or backward slightly sothat it engages fully

2 Cushion heightPull the lever and apply weight to orremove weight from the seat asrequired

3 Backrest anglePull the lever and apply weight to orremove weight from the backrest toreach the desired position


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BMW sports seat* adjustment

You can also adjust the tilt angle andthe thigh support:

1 To tilt up:

Pull the lever up repeatedly, continu-ing until the seat reaches the desiredtilt angle

2 To tilt down:Push the lever down repeatedly, con-tinuing until the seat reaches thedesired tilt angle

3 Thigh support:Pull the lever and adjust the positionof the cushion for thigh support asdesired

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Seat adjustment

1 Tilt angle

2 Forward/backward adjustment

3 Cushion height

4 Backrest angle

The head restraint is adjusted manually,refer to page 45.

With the BMW sports seat you can alsoadjust the thigh support, refer topage 43.

Please refer to the adjustmentinstructions on page 42 to reduce

the risk of personal injury.<

Adjustments

You can adjust the backrest's contourto support the lordosis of the spine, i.e.the curvature of its lumbar section.

The upper hips and spinal columnreceive supplementary support to helpyou maintain a relaxed, upright posture.

>Press the front or rear of the switch:increase or decrease the curvature

>Press the upper or lower end of theswitch: shift the curvature up or

down.


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Adjustments

Height: adjust by pulling up or pressingdown.

Press button to retract to thelowest position – see arrow 1.<

Adjust the angle of the front headrestraints by tilting them manually.

You can reduce the risk of spinalinjury and whiplash by adjusting

the head restraint to a height at which itis centered roughly at ear level.<

Removal – front

1. Pull up the head restraint, continuinguntil it is at maximum extension

2. Press button – see arrow 1 – andremove the head restraint.

Installation – frontSlide the head restraint into the sock-ets.

To release the backrest

Pull the lever upward and fold the back-rest forward.

Lock both backrests while driving,otherwise there is a danger of an

unexpected movement causing anaccident.<

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Always wear your safety belt

Always fasten your safety belt beforestarting off. As supplemental restraintdevices, the airbags are designed toenhance the effectiveness of the safetybelts, and not to replace them.

To close

Make sure you hear the catch engage inthe belt buckle.

The warning lamp lights up after

a short driving distance until thedriver and front passenger have

fastened their safety belts. At the sametime, an acoustic signal is sounded.The warning lamp also lights up and the

acoustic signal sounds if the driver orfront passenger unfastens his or hersafety belt while the vehicle is in

motion.

To release

1. Press red button in the belt buckle2. Hold the end of the belt3. Guide belt back into the inertia reel.

The rear belt buckle with the wordCENTER is intended exclusively

for the passenger sitting in the mid-dle.<

Adjusting safety belt height

Use the height adjustment mechanismto adapt the shoulder strap to the ideallevel for your own body:

>Slide button up or down.

Please refer to the seat adjustmentinstructions on page 41.

If the safety belt system has beensubjected to the stresses involved

in an accident or otherwise damaged:

have the entire safety belt mechanismreplaced by your BMW center, includ-ing the safety belt tensioner. In addi-tion, have your BMW center inspect thesafety belt anchors. If a child-restraintsystem was in the vehicle during anaccident, consult the manufacturer's

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How far the passenger mirror tilts

Seat heating*Seat and mirror memory*

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Passenger-side exterior mirror tiltfunction

Automatic curb monitor*

To activate:

1. Select the driver's mirror using themirror selector switch 1

2. When shifting into Reverse or placingthe selector lever in position R, thepassenger-side mirror tilts down-ward This allows the driver to see thearea directly adjacent to the vehicle,

e.g. the curb, during parking.To deactivate:

Set the mirror selector switch to thepassenger-side position.

How far the passenger mirror tiltscan be set individually for each

ignition key.<

The seat cushion and backrest can beheated with the ignition key inposition 2.

You can select different heating modesby repeatedly pressing the buttons.

You can also switch the higher heatingmodes off directly:

Press the button and hold it slightlylonger.


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Electric defrosting*

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To adjust exterior mirrors

1 Switch for 4-way adjustment

2 Switch to select between mirrors

To adjust manuallyThe mirrors can also be adjusted byhand: press against the edges of thelens.

For storing mirror settings, refer to Seatand mirror memory on page 47.

The mirror on the passenger'sside is convex. When estimating

the distance between yourself andother traffic, bear in mind that theobjects reflected in the mirror are closerthan they appear. This means that esti-mates of the distance to following traffic

should not be regarded as precise.<

Electric defrosting

Both mirrors are automatically heatedwhen you turn the ignition key to posi-

tion 2.

Interior rearview mirror

To reduce glare from vehicles behindyou when you are driving at night, tiltthe lens by turning the button.

Vehicles without alarm system:Tilt the small lever forward.

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Interior rearview mirror withautomatic dimming feature*

While the vehicle is being driven for-ward, this mirror dims light through aninfinitely variable range depending onthe light's incidence. Two photocells inthe interior rearview mirror serve thispurpose. One is positioned in the mir-ror, while the other is slightly offset onthe opposite side of the mirror.

To ensure perfect functioning, keep the

photocells clean and the area betweenthe interior rearview mirror and thewindshield free of any obstruction likestickers, etc.

Setting

Do not adjust the steering wheelwhile the vehicle is moving, other-

wise you run the risk of an accident dueto unexpected movement.<

1. Push the locking lever downward2. Adjust steering column reach and

height for your selected seating posi-tion

3. Pull the lever back up.


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Passenger safety systems

Airbags

For information on the correct sitting Do not apply adhesive materials to

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1 Front airbags on the driver and pas-senger sides

2 Head airbags for driver and front pas-senger

3 Side airbags on the driver and pas-senger sides – front and rear*

Protective effect

The front airbags supplement the three-point safety belts by providing addi-tional protection in the event of a

severe frontal collision in which the pro-tection afforded by the belts alone mayno longer be sufficient. The head andside airbags help provide protection inthe event of a collision from the side.The respective side airbag helps sup-port the seat occupant's upper body.

gposture, refer to page 41.

The side airbags in the rear pas-senger area* of your vehicle mayalready have been deactivated by aBMW center. You may have them acti-vated if you desire to do so. Pleasecontact your BMW center for additionalinformation.<

The airbags do not deploy inresponse to minor collisions, rear

impacts and certain kinds of vehiclerollover.<

pp ythe cover panels of the airbags,

cover them or modify them in any other

way. Do not remove the airbag restraintsystem. In the event of a malfunction,deactivation or triggered activation – asa response to an accident – of the air-bag restraint system, solely consultyour BMW center for inspection, repairor disassembly. Do not modify or

tamper with either the wiring or the indi-vidual components in the airbag sys-tem. These include the upholsteredcovers on the steering wheel, theinstrument panel, side panels on doorsand in the rear and the roof struts aswell as down the sides of the roof lin-

ers. Also, do not attempt to remove thesteering wheel. Unprofessionalattempts to service the system couldlead to failure in an emergency orundesired airbag activation, either ofwhich could result in personal injury. Donot touch the individual componentsimmediately after the system has beenactivated, as this could result in per-sonal injury.<

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All vehicle occupants should or wish to have the airbags activated or

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always sit upright and be properlyrestrained – infants and small children

in appropriate child-restraint systems;larger children and adults using thesafety belts. Never let an occupant'shead rest near or on a side airbagbecause the inflating airbag couldcause a serious or fatal injury. Pleasenote that the word Airbag imprinted on

the door trim panel indicates the air-bag's location.Accident research shows that the saf-est place for children in an automobileis in the rear seat. However, a child sit-ting in the rear seat and not properlyrestrained may place his or her head onor near the airbag, if so equipped. Forexample, a child — even though beltedin — may fall asleep with his or her headagainst the side airbag. It may be diffi-cult for a driver to ensure that childrenin the rear seat will remain properlypositioned at all times and do not placetheir heads on or near the side airbag.Therefore, we recommend that therear-seat side airbags, if installed in thevehicle, be deactivated if children willbe riding in the rear seat.The rear seat side airbags may alreadyhave been deactivated by a BMW cen-ter. If you are uncertain of their status,

deactivated, please contact your BMWcenter.<

Even when all these guidelines areobserved, there is still a small residualrisk of injuries to the face, hands andarms occurring from airbag deploymentin isolated instances.

In sensitive individuals, the ignition and

inflation noise may induce a mild hear-ing loss that is temporary in mostcases.

Corresponding airbag warning labelsare found on both sun visors.

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If there is a system malfunction,

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This is the right way a larger childshould sit wearing the seat belt whenrear side airbags are provided.

Indicator lamp

The indicator lamp indicates theoperational status of the airbagsystem when the ignition key is

in position 1 or higher.

System operational:

>The indicator lamp comes on briefly

when you turn the ignition key toposition 1 or higher.

System malfunction:

> Indicator lamp does not come on or> indicator lamp lights up continuously.

there is a risk that the airbags willnot be triggered within their normal

response range, even if the level ofimpact would normally have triggeredthem. Have your BMW center inspectthe airbag system immediately.<

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systems are designed to be securedwith a lap belt or with the lap belt por-

tion of a combination lap/shoulder belt.Improperly or inadequately installedrestraint systems can increase the riskof injury to children. Always read andfollow the instructions that come withthe system.

Correct location for installingIn your BMW, all seats equipped with athree-point safety belt – except for thedriver's seat – are suitable for installinguniversal child-restraint systems of allage classes and which have beenapproved for the age group in question.

Child-restraint system withtether strap

If you use a child-restraint system witha tether strap, three additional tetheranchorage points have been provided.

Depending on the location selected forseating in the rear passenger area,attach the tether strap to the corre-sponding anchorage point to secure thechild-restraint system, as shown in the

illustration.If the respective seating position is fit-ted with a head restraint, lift the headrestraint, and pass the tether strapbetween the head restraint and the seatback.

It is recommended to readjust the headrestraint in the lowest possible position.

Adjust the tether strap according to thechild-restraint manufacturer's instruc-tions.


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Before installing any child-restraint de ice or child seat

that has first been properly installedith a safet belt

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restraint device or child seat,please read the following:

Never install a rearward-facing child-restraint system in the front passengerseat of this vehicle.Your vehicle is equipped with an airbagsupplemental restraint system for thefront passenger. Because the backreston any rearward-facing child-restraintsystem – of the kind designed forinfants under 1 year and 20 lbs/9 kg –would be within the airbag's deploy-ment range, you should never mountsuch a device in the front passengerseat, since the impact of the airbagagainst the child-restraint's backrestcould lead to serious or fatal injuries.If it is necessary for a child – not aninfant – to ride in the front seat, certainprecautions should be taken. First,move the passenger seat as far awayfrom the dashboard as possible. Thisimportant precaution is intended tomaximize the distance between the air-bag and the child. Older childrenshould be tightly secured with a safetybelt after they have outgrown a boosterseat that is appropriate for their age,height, and weight. Younger childrenshould be secured in an appropriateforward-facing child-restraint system

with a safety belt.Never install a rearward-facing child-

restraint system in the front passengerseat.We strongly urge you to carefully readand comply with the instructions forinstallation and use provided by thechild restraint's manufacturer when-ever you use such a device.Do not attempt to modify child-restraintsystems. If you do this, the protectionprovided by these systems could beimpaired.Always ensure that all occupants – of allages – remain properly and securelyrestrained at all times.<

All rear seating positions in your vehiclemeet the recommendations ofSAE J1819, an industry-recommendedpractice for securing child-restraint sys-tems in motor vehicles.

Securing child-restraint system

All of the rear belt retractors and thefront passenger's safety belt can belocked for mounting and securing child-restraint systems.

A label with the appropriate instructionsfor this is located in the immediatevicinity of the buckle latch of eachsafety belt.

To lock the safety belt

Extract the entire length of the belt fromthe inertia reel mechanism. Allow thereel to retract the belt somewhat andengage the buckle, then tighten the beltagainst the child-restraint system. Theretraction mechanism is now locked.

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The belt cannot be extracted further.Always observe the installation instruc

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Always observe the installation instruc-tions provided by the manufacturer of

the child-restraint system.

To unlock the safety belt

Release the safety belt, remove thechild seat and retract the safety belt toits end position on the belt retractor.

LATCH child-restraint mountingsystem

LATCH: Lower Anchors and Tethers forCHildren

The left and right rear seats are bothequipped with a LATCH child-restraintmounting system.

The LATCH anchorage points may beidentified by symbols.

Remove the cover from the outsidemount by pulling forward. When rein-stalling ensure that the recess is on thetop.


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With through-loading system: tilt thebackrest halfway forward to make thecover easier to remove, refer topage 104.

The illustration is an example showing

the mounts for a LATCH child-restraintmounting system at the right rear.

Always follow all manufacturer'sinstructions and observe all safety

precautions when installing the LATCHchild-restraint mounting system.<

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How the system functions

N d bt h fl t d t

>Activates/deactivates the 'Follow mehome' function refer to page 85

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No doubt you have reflected at onetime or another on how great it would

be if you could permanently configureyour vehicle's various features andadjustments to mirror your own individ-ual preferences. In engineering yourvehicle, BMW has provided for a num-ber of options for personal adjustmentthat can be programmed into your vehi-

cle at your BMW center.The available configuration data fall intotwo categories, according to whethertheir primary orientation is the vehicle –Vehicle Memory – or the individual –Key Memory. Provided that each per-son has a separate remote-control key,

you can have your BMW center enteradjustment data for as many as four dif-ferent individuals into the system.

The system then relies on a bilateraldata exchange to identify the individualuser and executes the selected settingswhenever the remote control unit isused to disengage the door locks.

Distinguishing between keys

Color-coded decals have been pro-vided to help you distinguish individualkeys with different settings.

What the system can do

Your BMW center can provide you withdetails on the capabilities of the VehicleMemory and Key Memory systems.

You will see this symbol through-out the Owner's Manual. It is to

remind you at appropriate places of thesettings that are available to you.<

Examples for Vehicle Memory:

>Various signals as acknowledgmentwhen locking or unlocking your vehi-

cle, refer to pages 29, 31

home function, refer to page 85>Activates/deactivates daytime driv-

ing lamps, refer to page 85>Sets the units of measure for display-

ing time, outside temperature, dis-tance traveled and fuel consumptionin the instrument cluster

>When you shift into Reverse, anacoustic signal indicates that PDChas been activated, refer to page 80

>Switches on rear window defrosterautomatically, refer to pages 92, 97

>Activates/deactivates various alarmsystem functions, refer to page 37

>After giving an ice warning, theonboard computer display returns tothe previous setting, refer to page 78.

Examples for Key Memory:

>Unlocks driver's door first, then thevehicle's remaining locks, refer topage 29

>Locks the vehicle automatically afteryou start off, refer to page 32

>Automatically adjusts the driver'sseat to the personal programmedsettings when the vehicle isunlocked, refer to page 47

>Automatic tilting of the passenger-side mirror, refer to Automatic curbmonitor, page 48.


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Driving

Ignition lock

Vehicles with manual transmis-sion:

Starting the engine

Do not allow the engine to warmup by leaving it running while the

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Ignition key positions

0 Steering locked

1 Steering unlocked

2 Ignition switched on

3 Starting the engine

Vehicles with automatic transmis-sion:

Do not move the selector lever fromposition P until the engine is running –ignition key position 2.

Your vehicle is equipped with an inter-lock. Therefore, the ignition key cannotbe turned to position 0 or removed untilthe selector lever is in position P.<

sion:Step on the clutch when starting thevehicle. A lockout prevents the enginefrom starting if the clutch is notdepressed.<

Steering locked

The key can only be inserted andremoved in this position.

After removing the key, turn the steer-ing wheel slightly to the left or right untilthe lock engages.

If the key is not removed, an acousticsignal is sounded after the driver's doorhas been opened.

Steering unlocked

You will find that it is often easier to turnthe ignition key from position 0 to posi-tion 1 when you move the steeringwheel slightly to help disengage thelock.

Individual electrical accessories areready for operation.

up by leaving it running while thevehicle remains stationary. Instead,drive off immediately at a moderateengine speed.<

Do not allow the engine to run inenclosed spaces. Otherwise,

breathing the exhaust fumes can leadto unconsciousness and death. Theexhaust gases contain carbon monox-ide, an odorless and colorless, buthighly toxic gas. Do not leave the vehi-cle unattended with the engine running.An unattended vehicle with a runningengine represents a safety hazard.When driving, standing at idle or park-ing the vehicle, take care to avoid con-tact between the hot exhaust systemand flammable materials – grass, hay,leaves, etc. Such contact could lead toa fire, resulting in serious personalinjury and property damage.<

Start the engine. Do not press theaccelerator pedal.

Do not actuate the starter for tooshort a time, but do not actuate it

for more than approx. 20 seconds.Release the ignition key immediatelywhen the engine starts.<

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If the engine does not start on the firstattempt – if it is very hot or cold, for

To prevent the battery from discharg-ing, always deactivate electrical

Sequential manual gearbox SMG

1 Depress footbrake

Starting the engine

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p y ,instance:

>Press the accelerator pedal halfwaydown while engaging the starter.

Cold starts at extremely low tempera-tures below +57 /–156 and at alti-tudes of over approx. 3,300 ft/1,000 m:

>On the first start attempt, it may benecessary to engage the starter for a

longer period, but no longer than20 seconds

>Press the accelerator pedal halfwaydown while engaging the starter.

Extended starting attempts, char-acterized by excessively frequent

or long periods with the starterengaged can damage the catalytic con-verter.<

Engine idle speed is controlled by theengine computer system. Increasedspeeds at start-up are normal and

should decrease as the engine warmsup. If engine speed does not decrease,service is required.

g, ydevices that are not in use. Switch theignition off when the vehicle is notbeing driven.

Manual transmission

1. Engage the parking brake2. Gearshift lever in idling position3. Depress the clutch pedal.

If the clutch pedal is not depressed,the engine cannot be started

4. Start the engine.

Automatic transmission

1. Depress footbrake2. Place the selector lever in position P

or N3. Start the engine.

To prevent the vehicle from start-ing off on its own, always move

the selector lever to position P andengage the parking brake before leav-

ing your vehicle with the engine run-ning.Do not leave the vehicle unattendedwith the engine running. An unattendedvehicle with a running engine repre-sents a safety hazard.<

1. Depress footbrake2. Move selector lever into position N

3. Start the engine.

If the engine does not start, reen-gage the gear last selected, refer

to the gear indicator in the display, andmove the selector lever into neutralposition N again.

The gearbox is automatically taken outof gear if the driver's door is openedwhile the engine is running and thedriver does not actuate the pedals, theshift paddles or the selector lever. Thisis accompanied by a warning tone andthe flashing gear indicator. The gear

display N appears in the instrumentcluster.<

Before exiting the vehicle with theengine running, move the selector

lever into position N and apply the park-ing brake.

Do not leave the vehicle unattendedwith the engine running. An unattendedvehicle with a running engine repre-sents a safety hazard.<


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You should never remove the igni-tion key when the vehicle is in

If you turn the ignition key to position 1or 0 with the selector lever in neutral

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ymotion, as the steering lock couldengage.When you leave the vehicle, alwaysremove the ignition key and engage thesteering lock.Always engage the parking brake whenparking on slopes and inclined sur-faces. Engaging a gear may not provideadequate resistance to rolling.<

Vehicles with manualtransmission

Turn the ignition key to position 1 or 0.

Automatic transmission

Move the selector lever into position P,and turn the ignition key to position 1 or0.

SMG gearbox

If you turn the ignition key to position 1

or 0 with the selector lever in positionR, or in sequential mode, a gear auto-matically remains engaged.

position N, a warning tone and theflashing gear indicator in the displayremind you that no gear is engaged tosecure the vehicle against rolling.

The warning stops after approx.9 seconds.

The parking brake is designed primarilyto prevent the vehicle from rolling whenit is parked. It operates on the rearwheels.

To engageThe detent engages automatically, andthe indicator lamp in the instrumentcluster comes on when the ignition keyis in position 2, refer to page 18.

To release

Pull up slightly on the lever, press thebutton and lower the lever.

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If exceptional circumstancesmake it necessary to engage the

Manual transmission

Do not hold the vehicle in place onslopes by slipping or 'riding' the

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parking brake while the vehicle is inmotion, do not pull it with excessivepressure. Keep your thumb pressedagainst the release button while care-fully pulling the lever up.Excessive pressure can lead to over-braking and loss of traction – fishtailing– at the rear axle.The brake lamps do not come on whenthe parking brake is engaged.Vehicles with manual or SMG gearbox:Engage the parking brake when parkingon downhill roads, since engaging agear may not provide adequate resis-tance to rolling, not even in first orreverse gear.Vehicles with automatic transmission:place the selector lever in Park.<

To avoid corrosion and one-sidedbraking, apply the parking brake

from time to time when coasting to astandstill – at a traffic signal, for exam-

ple – provided that it is safe to do so.<

clutch. Use the parking brake instead.Riding the clutch leads to severe andpremature clutch wear.<

6-speed transmission*

When changing gear in the 5th/6th gearplane, be sure to press the gearshiftlever to the right to prevent inadvert-ently shifting to a gear of the 3rd/4th

gear plane.

Reverse

Select only when the vehicle is station-ary. Press the shift lever to the left toovercome the slight resistance.

As you do this, the backup lamps willlight up automatically when the ignitionkey is in position 2.


63Sequential manual gearbox SMG*

The concept

The sequential manual gearbox SMG is

The gearbox is automaticallyplaced in neutral gear if the

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The sequential manual gearbox SMG isan automated manual gearbox with

which clutching and shifting is assumedby an electro-hydraulic system.

The SMG is operated via the selectorlever in the center console and two shiftpaddles on the steering wheel.

It offers the following functions:

>Sequential mode: manual mode>Drive mode: automatic operation

>Ability to choose between two differ-ent driving programs: Standard,Sport

>Operating safety through protectionagainst misshifting

>Automatic upshifts and downshifts inthe drive mode

>Automatic downshifts at minimumengine rpm

>Kickdown function in the drive mode.>Acceleration assistant, refer to

page 66

Selector lever positions

The current selector lever position isindicated by a light-emitting diode inthe center console.

R: Reverse

N: Neutral

Position for forward driving with one-touch functions:

Sequential mode

+: manual upshifts

—: manual downshiftsD: drive mode.

The SMG is ready for operation in igni-tion key position 2.

driver's door is opened while the engineis running and the driver does not actu-ate the pedals, the shift paddles or theselector lever.This is accompanied by an acousticsignal and the flashing gear indicator.The gear display N appears in theinstrument cluster.A driving position can only be engagedwhen the driver's door is closed.When the vehicle is unlocked, a buzzerin the area of the transmission indicatesthat the system is ready for operation.<

Shiftlock

When the car is at a standstill, a safetyfunction requires you to depress thebrake pedal if you want to move theselector lever from the neutralposition N to a driving position.

Driving precautions

Use enough acceleration to pullaway speedily when moving off on

an uphill gradient. Never try to preventthe car from rolling back on an uphillgradient by depressing the acceleratorpedal; always apply the handbrake.Otherwise you could overheat the SMG

gearbox.<

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R Reverse

Select only when the vehicle is station-

To switch back to sequential mode: tapthe selector lever again to the rightt d D h th t i

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yary.

N Neutral

Always engage before starting theengine, refer to Starting the engine onpage 60.

Sequential mode

Each time the engine is started, thesequential mode is activated as soon asyou move the selector lever into the for-ward driving position while the brake isdepressed.

The gears are shifted via the shift pad-

dles or the selector lever.It is also possible to drive off in secondgear, e.g. on snow-covered roads.

D Drive mode

In the drive mode all forward gears areshifted automatically.

To switch from sequential to drivemode: tap the selector lever to the righttoward D.

For rapid acceleration, e.g. duringpassing, depress the accelerator pedalcompletely: kickdown.

toward D or change the current gear viathe shift paddles or the selector lever.

Kickdown

You can achieve maximum accelerationusing kickdown.

Depress the accelerator pedal past theincreased resistance point at the full-

throttle position.

Shifting gears

With the selector lever:

>To upshift, tap the selector levertoward +

>To downshift, tap the lever toward —.

With the shift paddles on the steeringwheel:

>To upshift, pull one of the shift pad-dles

>To downshift, push the paddle.

You accelerate from higher gears, e.g.

during passing, by manually downshift-ing.

In the following situations, the SMG inthe sequential mode assists you:

>Upshifts and downshifts are only exe-cuted at appropriate combinations of

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not be executed>When you brake the car to a stop, the

transmission automatically shiftsdown to first gear

>As speed diminishes, the transmis-sion will shift down automatically,without any action on your part, justbefore the vehicle slows to beloweach gear's minimum speed.

Available displays

R N 1 2 3 4 5 6

D1 D2 D3 D4 D5 D6

The currently engaged gear, the

selected mode, and any malfunctionsare displayed in the instrument cluster.

Indicator lamp

If the indicator lamp comes on,there is a malfunction in thetransmission system.

All selector lever positions can still beengaged, but in the forward drivingpositions only certain gears are actuallyavailable when the vehicle is driven.

Avoid extreme loads and proceed tothe nearest BMW center.

Warning tone

An acoustic signal sounds if the SMGgearbox overheats; if possible youshould either stop or increase your pull-away speed so that the system cancool down.

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Sport program

You can choose between two drivingprograms: smoothly dynamic or Sport.With the Sport program, gearshifts arefaster in sequential mode and the shift

points are adapted in drive mode.To activate the Sport program: pressthe SPORT button. The LED in the but-ton lights up.

Acceleration assistant

The acceleration assistant permits opti-mum racing-style acceleration whenyou are driving off on roads with goodgrip.

cause premature wear of the compo-nents.<

1. Activate the Sport program2. Press and hold the DSC button, refer

to page 81, for more than three sec-onds

3. Quickly press the accelerator pedaldown fully: kickdown. The optimum

rpm for driving off will be adjusted.

To maintain vehicle stability,always drive with the DSC acti-

vated whenever possible.<


67Automatic transmission with Steptronic*

In addition to the fully automatic opera-tion, you can also shift gears manuallywith Steptronic refer to page 68

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with Steptronic, refer to page 68.

When you move the selector lever fromthe D position to the left into the M/Srange, the performance-oriented shiftprograms of the automatic transmissionare engaged. Steptronic enters themanual selection mode and executesthe desired shift whenever you tap the

selector lever in the direction indicatedby + or –. Whenever you want to usethe automatic mode again, just shift theselector lever toward the right to posi-tion D.

Under normal operating conditions, fuelconsumption is lowest when driving in

position D.

Selector lever positions

P R N D M/S + –

Starting the engine

The engine can only be started in selec-tor lever positions P – for Park – or N –for Neutral.

Range selection

A catch prevents inadvertent movementof the selector lever to positions R andP. To deactivate the catch, press thebutton on the front of the selector lever

knob, see arrow.

While the vehicle is stationary andbefore shifting out of Park or Neu-

tral, depress the footbrake in order todisengage the selector lever's lockmechanism – Shiftlock.<

will creep when a drive position isengaged. To prevent the vehicle fromstarting off on its own, always move theselector lever to position P and engagethe parking brake before leaving yourvehicle with the engine running.Do not leave the vehicle unattendedwith the engine running. An unattendedvehicle with a running engine repre-

sents a safety hazard.<

P Park

Select only when the vehicle is station-ary. Transmission locks to prevent rearwheels from turning.

R Reverse

Select only when the vehicle is station-ary.

N Neutral

Engage this, for example, when you aredriving through a car wash. The vehiclecan roll.

D Drive, automatic shift program

This position is designed for drivingunder all normal operating conditions.

All forward gears are available.

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Kickdown

You can achieve maximum road perfor-i ki kd

The transmission will only executeupshifts and downshifts that will resultin an appropriate combination of vehi-

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mance using kickdown.

Depress the accelerator pedal past theincreased resistance point at the full-throttle position.

M/S manual operation and Sportprogram

When you move the selector lever fromthe D position to the left into the M/Srange, the sport program is activated,

indicated by the letters SD in the instru-ment cluster. The M/S mode is recom-mended for performance-oriented driv-ing. Steptronic enters the manualselection mode and executes thedesired shift whenever you tap theselector lever in the direction indicated

by + or –.This mode allows you to executeupshifts manually by tapping the levertoward +, while downshifts are selectedby tapping in the – direction. The dis-plays M1 through M5 appear in theinstrument cluster.

in an appropriate combination of vehicle speed and engine rpm. For

instance, downshifts that would resultin excessive engine speed are not exe-cuted. The desired, then the actualgear, briefly appear in the instrumentcluster.

Whenever you want to use the auto-

matic mode again, just shift the selectorlever toward the right to position D.

Shifting from M/S to the selector leverpositions P, R and N is possible only bygoing through D.

To accelerate quickly in the man-

ual mode for maneuvers such aspassing another vehicle, shift downmanually or employ the kickdownmode.<

Shifting from M/S to the selector leverpositions P, R and N is possible only by

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If the indicator lamp goes out after afew seconds, normal transmission per-formance has been restored. You may

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Available displays

P R N D SD M1 M2 M3 M4 M5

The selector lever position or gear cur-rently engaged in the manual mode isdisplayed.

Electronic transmission controlmodule

If the indicator lamp comes on,there is a malfunction in thetransmission system.

Bring the vehicle to a stop. Move thetransmission selector lever to P. Set theparking brake and turn the engine off –ignition key to position 0.

Wait a few seconds, then start theengine.

formance has been restored. You maycontinue to drive as usual.

If the indicator lamp does not go out,you can place the selector lever in allpositions. However, the vehicle will nowonly operate in 3rd and 4th gear.

If this happens, avoid extreme engineloads and consult the nearest autho-

rized BMW center.

Never work in the engine com-partment when a drive gear – for-

ward or reverse – is engaged. If you dothis, the vehicle could move.<

For towing or jump-starting, refer to theinformation beginning on page 147.

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1 High beams

2 Headlamp flasher

3 Turn signal indicators

To signal briefly

Press the lever up to the detent but notbeyond. It then returns to the centerposition when released.

If the flashing of the indicator lampand the clicking from the relay are

both faster than usual, one of the turnsignal indicators has failed.<


71Washer/wiper system/Rain sensor*

Rain sensor

The rain sensor is positioned on thewindshield directly behind the interior

Fast wiper speed

When the vehicle is stationary, the wip-ers revert to operate at normal speed – e

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0 Wipers retracted

1 Intermittent mode or rain sensor

2 Normal wiper speed

3 Fast wiper speed

4 Brief wipe5 Rotary dial for control of the wipe

interval or the sensitivity of the rainsensor

Intermittent mode

Not on vehicles with rain sensor.

You can select any of four sweep inter-vals with rotary dial 5.

In addition, the wipe interval variesautomatically depending on roadspeed.

windshield, directly behind the interior

rearview mirror.To activate the rain sensor:

>With the ignition key in position 1or 2, move the lever to position 1.The wipers will make at least onesweep across the windshield.You can leave the lever in position 1

at all times. With the ignition key inposition 1 or 2, all you then need todo to activate the rain sensor is to

> turn rotary dial 5 upward or>clean windshield 1, refer to page 72.

To adjust the sensitivity of the rain sen-sor: turn rotary dial 5.

To switch off the rain sensor:

Return lever to position 0.

Turn the rain sensor off in auto-matic car washes. Failure to do so

could result in damage caused by

undesired wiper activation.<

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When the vehicle's lighting system isswitched on, the headlamps will also becleaned at reasonable intervals.

Cruise control*

You can store and automatically main-tain any desired vehicle speed aboveapprox. 20 mph / 30 km/h.

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Cleaning windshield andheadlamps*

0 Wipers retracted

1 Clean windshield and headlamps*

Do not use the washers if there isany danger that the fluid will

freeze on the windshield, as your visioncould be obscured. Always use a wind-shield washer antifreeze in coldweather. Refer to page 126.Do not use the washers when the reser-

voir is empty, as this could cause dam-age to the washer pump.<

The system sprays washer fluid againstthe windshield and activates the wipersfor a brief period.

Windshield washer nozzles

The windshield washer nozzles areheated automatically* when the ignitionkey is in position 2.

The cruise control is available wheneverthe engine is running and the systemhas been activated.

To activate the system

In ignition key position 2:Press the button in the steering wheel.The indicator lamp in the instrumentcluster comes on, refer to page 20. Youcan now use the cruise control.

Do not use cruise control on twist-

ing roads, when high traffic den-sity prevents driving at a constantspeed, or when the road surface is slick– snow, rain, ice – or loose – rocks orgravel, sand.<

To deactivate the system

Press button as often as needed untilthe indicator lamp in the instrumentcluster goes out.

Cruise control is also deactivated when

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The speed stored in memory is deleted.

To store and maintain speed or to

To decelerate > If you exceed or fall below the pro-grammed speed for an extendedperiod – by depressing the accelera-

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accelerate

Press button + briefly:

The system registers and maintains thecurrent vehicle speed. Every time youtap the button, the speed increases by

approx. 0.6 mph / 1 km/h.Press and hold button +:

The vehicle accelerates without pres-sure on the accelerator pedal. Whenyou release the button, the systemstores and maintains the current speed.

If on a downhill gradient theengine braking effect is not suffi-

cient, the controlled speed can beexceeded. Speed can drop on uphillgrades if the engine output is insuffi-cient.<

Press button – briefly:If you are already driving with activatedcruise control, the speed is decreasedby approx. 0.6 mph / 1 km/h every timeyou tap the button.

Press and hold button –:

With the cruise control active, the sys-tem automatically reduces the throttleopening to slow the vehicle. When yourelease the button, the system storesand maintains the current speed.

To interrupt the cruise control

When the system is activated, press thebutton. The indicator lamp stays on.You can use the cruise control againwhenever you want by calling up thespeed that was stored last.

In addition, cruise control is interruptedautomatically:

>When the brakes are applied>When you apply pressure to the

clutch pedal, or when you move theautomatic transmission selector leverfrom D to N

tor, for example.

To recall the stored setting

Press button:

The vehicle accelerates to and main-

tains the last speed stored.

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1 Odometer

2 Trip odometer

Odometer

You can activate the displays shown in

the illustration with the ignition key inposition 0 by pressing the left button inthe instrument cluster.

Trip odometer

To reset the trip odometer to zero,

press the left button with the ignitionkey in position 1 or higher.

Do not operate the engine with the nee-dle in the red overspeed zone of thegauge.

To protect the engine, the fuel supply isinterrupted when you approach this

sector.

Indicates the current fuel consumptionin mpg – in liters/100 km on Canadianmodels. You can check your currentdriving style to see whether it is condu-cive to economy and minimum exhaust

emissions.When the vehicle is stationary, the dis-play goes to Maximum – zero on Cana-dian models.


75Fuel gauge Engine coolant temperature gauge

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Once the indicator lamp stays on con-tinuously, there are still approx.2 gallons/8 liters of fuel in the fuel tank.

Fuel tank capacity approx.16.6 gallons/63 liters.

Certain operating conditions, such asthose encountered in mountainousareas, may cause the needle to fluctu-ate slightly.

Fill the fuel tank before it is com-pletely empty. Driving to the last

drop of fuel can prevent the enginefrom operating properly and result indamage.<

When you switch on the ignition, theindicator lamp lights up briefly as anoperation check.

Blue

The engine is still cold. Drive at moder-ate engine and vehicle speeds.

Between the blue and red zones

Normal operating range. The needlemay rise as far as the edge of the redsector during normal operation.

Red

When you switch on the ignition, the

warning lamp comes on briefly as anoperation check.

If the lamp comes on during normalvehicle operation: the engine has over-heated. Stop and switch the engine offimmediately and allow it to cool down.

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A flashing message and a "–" in front ofthe number mean that the service inter-val has already been exceeded by thedistance shown on the display Please

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Remaining distance to nextservice

The displays shown in the illustrationappear for a few seconds when theignition key is in position 1 or higher or

after the engine is started.The next service due appears with themessage OIL SERVICE orINSPECTION, together with the dis-tance remaining in miles – in kilometersin Canada – before the next scheduledservice.

The computer bases its calculations ofthe remaining distance on the preced-ing driving style.

distance shown on the display. Please

contact your BMW center for anappointment.

When the ignition key is in position 2,the following information and/or condi-tions are indicated using symbols untilthe conditions have been corrected.

1 Check the low beams and high

beams, as well as the parking lamps2 Door open

3 Luggage compartment lid open

4 Check tail or brake lamps

When you open the driver's door afterhaving turned the ignition key to posi-

tion 0, you will hear an acoustic signalfor a few seconds to remind you thatthe lamps have not been switched off.


77Clock

If you wish to have a permanent timedisplay, you can make this adjustmentin the radio display, refer to the Owner'sManual for Radio

Every time you press the button, theclock display alternates between the12-hour and 24-hour mode.

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Manual for Radio.

You can adjust the clock and the timedisplay in the car radio as follows.

Setting

Before the clock can be set, thetime must be showing in the

instrument cluster display.<

With the ignition key in position 1 orhigher.

To set ahead: turn the right button tothe right.

To set back: turn the right button to theleft.

The adjustment speed will increase thelonger you continue to hold the rightbutton.

To change the display mode: press theright button briefly.

In ignition key position 0: the time isdisplayed for a few seconds after youpress the left button, refer to Odometeron page 74.

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Mode selection

With the ignition key in position 1 orhigher, you can use the onboard com-puter button BC in the turn signal leverto retrieve information from the com-

puter for display in the instrument clus-ter.

Every time you tap the onboard com-puter button BC, the display changes tothe next function in sequence.

Order of the displays:

>Clock>Outside temperature

>Average fuel consumption>Range>Average speed.

Outside temperature

You can change the units of measure –7 /6 – for the outside temperature dis-play by pressing the right-hand resetbutton in the instrument cluster while

the temperature display is active. Theunits of measure – 7 /6 – in the tem-perature display of the automatic cli-mate control change automatically,refer to page 94.

Ice warning

If the outside temperature drops toabout 37.57 /+36, then the computerwill automatically switch to a display ofthe outside temperature. In addition, asignal sounds as a warning and the dis-play flashes for a brief period.


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After giving an ice warning, thedisplay returns to the previous

setting.<

It is important that you refuel whenthe cruising range falls below

approx. 35 miles/50 kilometers. Other-wise, the engine cannot be guaranteed

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The ice warning does not alter tothe fact that surface ice can form

at temperatures above 37.57 /+36,on bridges or shaded road surfaces, forinstance.<

Average fuel consumption

If you press the onboard computer but-ton BC in the turn signal lever for longerwhile the average fuel consumptionvalue is being displayed, a new con-

sumption value is calculated from thatpoint in time.

If you wish, you can have the aver-age fuel consumption displayed in

a different unit of measure.<

RangeThe display shows a range estimatebased on the available fuel. The amountof fuel remaining in the tank is mea-sured, the estimated range is calcu-lated taking into account the operatingconditions over the last 20 miles/30 km.

wise, the engine cannot be guaranteed

to operate properly and damage mayresult.<

Average speed

Any time spent when the vehicle is sta-tionary and the engine is shut off isignored for the calculation.

To reset the average speed: press theonboard computer button BC in theturn signal lever for approx. 2 seconds.

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81Dynamic Stability Control (DSC)

The concept

DSC supports vehicle stability, even incritical driving situations.

The vehicle will remain completelyoperational, however, without DSC. Inthe event of a fault, please consult yourBMW center.

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The DSC is operational every time youstart the engine.

DSC incorporates the Dynamic TractionControl (DTC) and Cornering BrakeControl (CBC) functions.

Indicator lamps

The indicator lamp in the instru-ment cluster goes out shortlyafter you switch on the ignition,

refer to page 19.

>The indicator lamp flashes: DSC isactively controlling drive torque and

braking intervention>The indicator lamp stays lit: DSC hasbeen switched off with the button;DTC and DBC are operational. DTCcontrol intervention is not indicated.

The indicator lamp and thebrake warning lamp continu-

ously light up in yellow:The DSC, DTC and DBC havebeen switched off manually or

there is a system malfunction.

Indicator and warning lamps forCanadian models.

Deactivating the DSC/activatingthe DTC

Tap the DSC button; the indicator lampcomes on and stays on.

DSC is deactivated; DTC is operational.

In the following rare situations, it mayprove useful to activate the DTC for abrief period:

>When rocking the vehicle or startingoff in deep snow or on loose surfaces

>When driving on snow-covered

grades, in deep snow, or on a snow-covered surface that has beenpacked down from being driven on

>When driving with snow chains.

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Under these special circumstancestraction is increased by deactivating thecontrol systems that enhance tractionunder normal conditions.

The laws of physics cannot berepealed even with DSC. It will

always be the driver's responsibility todrive in a manner that matches road

Flat Tire Monitor*

The concept

As you drive, the Flat Tire Monitorkeeps track of pressure levels in all fourtires. The system alerts you whenever

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Deactivating the DSC and theDTC

Press the DSC button as long as youneed to until the indicator lamp and theyellow brake warning lamp light up, butno more than 10 seconds.

The systems for enhancing stability andtraction are deactivated, and there is noactive braking intervention or torquecontrol.

To maintain vehicle stability,

always drive with the DSC acti-vated whenever possible.<

Reactivating the DSC

Tap the button again; the indicator lampor the indicator lamps will go out. DTCis deactivated.

conditions. This is why you should notuse the additional safety margin thesystem provides as an excuse to takerisks.Whenever the DTC is activated, theDSC is switched off and DTC performsminor stabilizing intervention.

Do not make any modifications to theDSC system. Allow only authorizedtechnicians to perform service proce-dures on the DSC.<

tires. The system alerts you wheneverthe inflation pressure of a tire falls sig-nificantly below the pressure of anothertire.

The system actually detects pressureloss by monitoring differences in therelative speeds of the four wheels. It

interprets variations outside specifiedlimits as severe pressure loss, and thenresponds by generating a warning.

Functional requirements

In order for the Flat Tire Monitor to learnthe correct tire inflation pressure,

please do the following:1. Check the tire inflation pressures in

all tires2. Compare them with the tire inflation

pressure table, refer to page 116,and correct them, if necessary

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System limitations

The Flat Tire Monitor cannot pro-vide you with advance warning of

sudden and severe tire damage caused

When driving with snow chains ora space-saver spare tire, do not

initialize the system.<

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sudde a d se e e e da age causedby external factors and does not detectthe balanced and very gradual pressureloss that takes place in all four tiresover an extended period of time.<

On the other hand, the following situa-tions can lead to a delayed detection ofpressure loss and even to the systemnot functioning:

>Driving on snow-covered or slipperyroads

>Performance-oriented driving: slip atthe drive wheels, high levels of lateral

acceleration>When driving with snow chains, falsewarnings and undetected pressurelosses may occur

>When driving with a space-saverspare tire, the Flat Tire Monitor can-not function.

Initializing the system

Each time you correct the pres-sure in a tire, or change a wheel or

tire, reinitialize the system immediatelyafterwards. This requires a bit of driv-

ing.<

1. Before driving off, start the enginebut do not start driving

2. Press the button as long as you needto, but no more than 10 seconds,until the indicator lamp in the instru-

ment cluster lights up in yellow for afew seconds3. Drive off.

It takes a few minutes before the FlatTire Monitor can detect a flat tire andissue a warning.

Flat tireThe indicator lamp in the instru-ment cluster lights up red. Thisvisual alert is accompanied by

an acoustic warning signal.

1. Carefully reduce speed and come to

a stop. Avoid sudden braking andsteering maneuvers2. Determine which wheel is damaged

If this cannot be determined, con-tact your BMW center.<

3. Replace the damaged wheel, refer toChanging a wheel on page 141.

After replacing the damaged tire, initial-ize the system.

Vehicles with Run Flat tires:

1. Carefully reduce your speed to under50 mph / 80 km/h. Avoid suddenbraking and steering maneuvers. Donot exceed a speed of 50 mph /80 km/h

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Because the sides of Run Flattires are reinforced, a drop in infla-

tion pressure usually cannot bedetected from the outside, refer to Run

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Flat tires, page 120.<

2. To continue driving, follow theinstructions under Driving with adamaged tire on page 120.

System malfunction

The indicator lamp in the instru-ment cluster lights up yellow.The Flat Tire Monitor is malfunc-

tioning or out of order. Please refer theproblem to your BMW center.

Brake force display indicates to theroad users behind you how hard youare braking.

>Normal braking: the brake lampsamong the rear lamps and the center

brake lamp light up>Hard braking or braking with ABS: inaddition, the illuminated rear lampsurface is extended, refer to the pic-ture.


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Lamps

Parking lamps/Low beams

Follow me home lamps

When you activate the headlampflasher after parking the vehicle with thelights turned off, the low-beam head-

Automatic headlamp control*

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Parking lamps

The front, rear and side vehiclelighting is switched on. You canuse the parking lamps to signal

the position of the vehicle when it is

parked. For lighting on one side forparking as an additional feature, refer topage 87.

Low beams

When the ignition is switched offwhile the low beams are on, the

headlamps go out and only theparking lamps remain on.

lamps will come on for a short time.

You can also have this functiondeactivated.<

LIGHTS ON warning

When you open the driver's door afterhaving turned the ignition key to posi-tion 0, you will hear an acoustic signalfor a few seconds to remind you thatthe lamps have not been switched off.

Daytime driving lamps*

If you desire, the light switch can be leftin the second position: when the igni-tion is switched off, the external lightingis also switched off.

You can have the activation set-tings for the daytime driving lamps

programmed on your vehicle.<

low beams in response to changes inambient light, for example in tunnels, atdusk, and when it is raining or snowing.

The low-beam headlamps remainon, regardless of the ambient

light, when you switch on the foglamps.<

Automatic headlamp control can-not serve as a substitute for the

driver's judgement in determining whenthe vehicle lights should be switchedon. For example, the sensors are not

able to detect fog. To avoid safety risks,you should respond to these kinds oflow-visibility situations by switching theheadlamps on manually.<

You can have the sensitivity ofyour vehicle's automatic head-

lamp control adjusted.<

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The concept

Adaptive headlights is a variable head-lamp control system for dynamicallyilluminating the road. Depending on the

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steering angle and other factors thelight from the headlamps follows thecourse of the road.

Activating Adaptive headlights

With the ignition key in position

2, turn the light switch to theautomatic headlamp controlposition, refer to page 85. The LED nextto the symbol lights up.

To avoid blinding oncoming traffic,adaptive headlights are

>not active while reversing,

>active only towards the front passen-ger side while the vehicle is at astandstill.

System malfunction

The LED next to the symbol for auto-

matic headlamp control flashes. Theadaptive headlight system is malfunc-tioning or out of order. Have the systemchecked as soon as possible.

Turn the rotary dial to adjust the illumi-nation intensity.


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1 High beams

2 Headlamp flasher

3 Standing lamps

Standing lamps, left or right

As an additional feature, you can illumi-nate your vehicle on either side forparking:

With the ignition key in position 0,engage the lever in the appropriateturn-signal position.

Tap the button to switch on or off.

The parking lamps or low-beamheadlamps must be switchedon. The green indicator lamp in

the instrument cluster lights up to indi-

cate that the front fog lamps are on.

If the automatic headlamp controlis on, the low beams will come on

automatically whenever you activatethe front fog lamps.<

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The interior lamps operate automati-cally.

To switch the interior lamps onand off manually

Press button 1 briefly:If you want the interior lamps to remainoff all the time, press and hold the but-ton for approx. 3 seconds.

Press the button briefly to revert to nor-mal operation.

Front reading lamps*

Switch on and off with the button 2adjacent to each lamp.

Rear reading lamps

Switch on and off with the button adja-cent to each lamp.

In order to prevent battery dis-

charge, all of the lamps in thevehicle are automatically switched offapprox. 15 minutes after you turn theignition key to position 0.<


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Air conditioning

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1 Air onto the windshield and the sidewindows

2 Air for the upper body area 93

3 Air to the footwell

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5 Temperature 92

6 Air distribution 92

7 Rear window defroster 92

8 Air conditioning 92

9 Outside air/Recirculated-airmode 92

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Air supply/Blower

You can select blower speedsfrom 1 to 4. The heating andventilation become more and

more effective as the air sup-

Rear window defroster

When the rear window defrosteris activated, the indicator lamp

comes on. The rear window defroster

switches off automatically after a short

Outside air/Recirculated-air mode

You can respond to unpleasantexternal odors by temporarily

blocking the supply of outside air. The

system then recirculates the air cur-

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more effective as the air supply settings are increased. In position 0,the blower and the heater are switchedoff. The outside air supply is blocked inposition 0.

Temperature

In order to increase the tem-perature of the passengercompartment, turn to the righttoward the red zone. The tem-

perature of the incoming air is kept con-stant.

Air distribution

You can direct air to flow ontothe windows , toward yourupper body or into thefootwell . All intermediate

settings are possible. In the setting,

there is a low flow of air onto the win-dows to keep them free of condensa-tion.

switches off automatically after a shortwhile.

You can have your vehicle pro-grammed in such a way that the

rear window defroster switches onautomatically. This occurs within 5 min-

utes after starting the engine when out-side temperatures are below approx.397 /+46.<

Air conditioning

The air is cooled and dehumidi-

fied and – depending on thetemperature setting – rewarmed.

Depending on the weather, the wind-shield may fog over briefly when theengine is started. Air conditioning helpsprevent the windows from fogging up.

Condensation forms during opera-tion of the air conditioning system,

which then exits under the vehicle.Traces of condensed water of this kindare thus normal.<

system then recirculates the air currently within the vehicle.

If the windows should fog over inthe recirculated-air mode, switch

this mode off and increase the air sup-ply as required.<


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Microfilter

The built-in microfilter removes dustand pollen from the incoming air. YourBMW center will replace it during rou-

tine maintenance. A substantial reduc-

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Draft-free ventilation

You can adjust the blower controls forthe upper body area to obtain the opti-mum airflow rates and directions foryour personal requirements:

1 Rotary dials for infinitely variableopening and closing of the vent out-lets

2 Levers for airflow direction

3 With the rotary dial, you can addmore or less cool air to the air comingfrom the outlets for the upper bodyarea:>Turn toward blue – cooler.>Turn toward red – warmer.

tine maintenance. A substantial reduction in airflow indicates that the filterneeds to be replaced before scheduledmaintenance.

To defrost windows and removecondensation

1. Set the blower speed rotary controlfor the airflow rate to position 4

2. Turn the rotary temperature control

completely to the right to the redzone3. Turn the rotary control for air distri-

bution to position4. Switch on the rear window defroster

to defrost the rear window.

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1 Air onto the windshield and the sidewindows

2 Air for the upper body area 97

3 Air to the footwell

4 Air inlet for interior temperature

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4 Air inlet for interior temperaturesensor – please keep clear andunobstructed

5 Outside air/Automatic recirculated-air control (AUC)/Recirculatedair 97

6 Automatic air distribution andsupply 96

7 Individual air distribution 96

8 Temperature 96

9 Display for temperature 96 and air supply 96

10 Air supply/Blower 96

11 To defrost windows and removecondensation 96

12 Air conditioning 96

13 Rear window defroster 97

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Condensation forms during opera-tion of the air conditioning system,

which then exits under the vehicle.Traces of condensed water on the

ground underneath the vehicle are thusnormal <

permanently blocked. The systemthen recirculates the air currentlywithin the vehicle.

If the windows should fog over inthe recirculated-air mode switch

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normal.<

Outside air/Automaticrecirculated-air control (AUC)/Recirculated air

You can respond to unpleasantexternal odors or pollutants by

temporarily stopping the flow of outsideair. The system then recirculates the aircurrently within the vehicle.

Press the button repeatedly to selectone of three different operating modes.

> Indicator lamps off: outside airflow ison

>Left-hand indicator lamp on – AUCmode: the system recognizes pollut-ants in the outside air and blocks theflow of air when necessary. The sys-tem then recirculates the air currently

within the vehicle. Depending on theair quality, the automatic system thenswitches back and forth betweenoutside air supply and recirculation ofthe air within the vehicle

>Right-hand indicator lamp on: theflow of external air into the vehicle is

the recirculated air mode, switchthis mode off and increase the air sup-ply as required.<

Rear window defroster

When the rear window defroster

is activated, the indicator lampcomes on. The rear window defrosterswitches off automatically after a shortwhile.

You can have your vehicle pro-grammed in such a way that the

rear window defroster switches onautomatically. This occurs within 5 min-utes after starting the engine when out-side temperatures are below approx.397 /+46.<

Draft-free ventilation

You can adjust the blower controls forthe upper body area to obtain the opti-mum airflow rates and directions foryour personal requirements:

1 Rotary dials for infinitely variableopening and closing of the vent out-lets

2 Levers for airflow direction

3 With the rotary dial, you can addmore or less cool air to the air comingfrom the outlets for the upper body

area:>Turn toward blue – cooler.>Turn toward red – warmer.

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Microfilter/activated-charcoalfilter

The built-in microfilter removes dustand pollen from the incoming air. The

activated-charcoal filter provides addi-ti l t ti b filt i

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tional protection by filtering gaseouspollutants from the outside air. YourBMW center replaces this combined fil-ter as a standard part of your scheduledmaintenance. A substantial reduction inairflow indicates that the filter needs to

be replaced before scheduled mainte-nance. To activate, press the button briefly

with the ignition key in position 1 orhigher.

The illustration depicts the arrangementof the buttons if the vehicle is fullyequipped. The arrangement may vary,depending on the equipment actuallyinstalled.


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Interior conveniences

Premium sound system* Glove compartment

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Harman Kardon premium soundsystem

The system creates the acousticimpression of a much larger passengercompartment accompanied byimproved stereophonic sound at allseating positions.

The system responds to poor receptionconditions by repeatedly alternatingbetween the stereo and monophonicmodes. You should then switch the sys-tem off.

To open

Pull the handle. The lamp in the glovecompartment will come on.

To close

Fold the cover up.

To prevent injury in the event of anaccident, close the glove com-

partment immediately after use.<

To lock

Lock with one of the master keys. Amaster key will also be required tounlock the glove compartment.

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If – for example for valet parking –you turn over only your spare key,

refer to page 28, then access to thelocked glove compartment is not possi-

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Rechargeable flashlight

The flashlight is located on the left sideof the glove compartment.

It features integral overload protection,so it can be left in its holder continu-ously.

To avoid completely dischargingand possibly damaging the flash-

light, always ensure that it is switchedoff before inserting it in the socket.<

Front center armrest

To open: press the button and fold up.

Additional compartments andnets*

You will find additional storage com-partments in the front doors and in thecenter console. Storage nets are on thefront seat backrests.

Beverage holders, coin box

A coin box and two beverage holdersare provided in the center console.

Do not place any glass containersin the beverage holders, as this

increases the risk of injury in the eventof an accident.<


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Rear center armrest*

The rear center armrest includes a bev-erage holder and a litter bag holder.

>Beverage holder: press.

Storage package*

For your convenience, there are:

>Two flip-out sockets on the rear cen-ter console

>An eyeglasses storage compart-

ment*, not shown, in the center con-sole.

Hands-free system

On vehicles that are wired for a tele-phone* or equipped with a Voice InputSystem*, the cover for the hands-freemicrophone is located in the headlinernear the interior lamp.

For further information on using yourcellular phone or the Voice Input Sys-tem, refer to the separate Owner'sManual.

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Power socket

The cigarette lighter socket can beused as a power socket for a flashlight,car vacuum cleaner, etc., up to a rating

of approx. 200 watts at 12 volts. Do notdamage the socket by inserting plugs of

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To empty

Press on the edge of the open cover.the ashtray comes upward and can beremoved.

Cigarette lighter

Hold or touch the hot cigarettelighter by the knob only. Holding

or touching it in other areas could resultin burns.The cigarette lighter remains opera-tional when the ignition key has been

removed. For this reason, childrenshould never be left in the vehicle unat-tended.<

Press lighter 1 in. As soon as the lightersprings back out, it can be removed.

damage the socket by inserting plugs ofthe wrong shape or size. In vehicleswith a non-smoker's equipment pack-age, the socket is covered by a remov-able cap.

To empty

Press on the edge of the open cover inthe opening direction: the ashtraycomes upward and can be removed.


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To open, press on the upper edge. Foradditional information: refer topage 113.

When hanging clothing on thehooks, be sure that it will not

obstruct the driver's vision. Do not hangheavy objects on the hooks. If you do,they could injure occupants, for exam-ple during braking or evasive maneu-vers.<

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1. Pull the corresponding lever torelease

2. The backrest moves forward slightlywhen released. Reach into the gapand fold it down.

When folding the backrest backinto its original position always

ensure that the detent engagessecurely. A loose backrest might fail toprevent cargo from entering the pas-senger compartment during suddenbraking or evasive maneuvers, posing apotential hazard to occupants.<

The fittings at the corners of the lug-gage compartment provide you with aconvenient means of attaching luggagenets* and flexible straps for securingluggage.

Refer also to Cargo loading onpage 106.

Rear center 3-point safety belt*

You can roll up the rear 3-point beltbefore folding back the through-loadingsystem:

>Release the belt and insert its latch in

the recess provided for this purposein the rear tray.


105Ski bag*

The ski bag allows the safe and cleantransport of up to 4 pairs of standardskis or up to two snowboards.

The length of the ski bag and the addi-

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skis up to 6 ft 10 in / 2.10 m long.Because of the tapered shape of thebag, only two pairs of skis longer than6 ft 10 in / 2.10 m can be carried.

Loading

1. Fold the center armrest outward.Loosen the trim from the upperVelcro® fastener and place it on thearmrest

2. Press the button downward – see

arrow 1 – and swing the cover for-ward

3. Extend the ski bag between the frontseats. The zipper provides conve-nient access to stored items. It maybe opened to allow the ski bag to dry

4. Press the button – see arrow 2: the

cover in the luggage compartment isunlocked.

To store the ski bag, perform the abovesteps in reverse sequence.

Securing cargo

After loading, secure the ski bag and itscontents. To do so, tighten the retainingstrap at the tensioning buckle.

Be sure to secure the ski bag in

this way, as it could otherwiseinjure occupants, for example duringbraking or evasive maneuvers.Be sure that the skis are clean beforeloading them into the bag. Be careful toavoid damage from sharp edges.<

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Avoid overloading the vehicle sothat the permitted load on the tires

is not exceeded. Overloading can leadto overheating and internal tire damage.

The ultimate result can assume theform of a sudden air loss.<

4. The resulting figure equals the avail-able amount of cargo and luggageload capacity.For example, if the XXX amount

equals 1,400 lbs. and there will befive 150 lbs. passengers in your vehi-cle the amount of available cargo

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Determining the maximum load

1. Locate the following statement onyour vehicle‘s placard*:

The combined weight of occu-pants and cargo should never

exceed XXX kg or YYY lbs., as thiscould otherwise result in damage to thevehicle or unstable driving conditions.<

2. Determine the combined weight ofthe driver and passengers that will beriding in your vehicle

3. Subtract the combined weight of thedriver and passengers fromXXX kilograms or YYY pounds

cle, the amount of available cargoand luggage load capacity is650 lbs.:1,400 lbs. minus 750 lbs. = 650 lbs.

5. Determine the combined weight of

luggage and cargo being loaded onthe vehicle. That weight may notsafely exceed the available cargoand luggage load capacity calculatedin Step 4

6. If your vehicle will be towing a trailer,load from your trailer will be trans-

fered to your vehicle. Consult themanual for transporting a trailer todetermine how this may reduce theavailable cargo and luggage loadcapacity of your vehicle.


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Load

The permissible load is the sum of theoccupants' weights and the weight ofthe cargo. The greater the weight of theoccupants, the less cargo can be trans-ported.

Stowing cargo

>Load heavy cargo as far forward aspossible – directly behind the back-rests – and as low as possible

>Cover sharp edges and corners>Do not pile objects higher than the

top edge of the backrest

>For transporting very heavy loadswhen the rear seat is not occupied,secure the outer safety belts in theopposite buckles, refer to the illustra-tion.

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Always position and secure theload correctly. If you do not, it can

endanger the passengers during brak-ing or evasive maneuvers.

Do not exceed the approved grossvehicle weight or the approved axleloads, refer to page 156, otherwise the

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Securing cargo

>For small, light items, use the rubber-lined, non-skid side of the floor mator secure using a luggage compart-ment net* or elastic straps, refer topage 35

>For large, heavy pieces, see yourBMW center for load-securingdevices*. Four anchorages located inthe luggage compartment can beused for fastening these load-secur-ing devices.

Comply with the information enclosedwith the load-securing devices.

loads, refer to page 156, otherwise thevehicle's operating safety is no longerassured and the vehicle will not be incompliance with the certification regu-lations.

Do not stow heavy or hard objects inthe passenger compartment withoutsecuring them. Otherwise they wouldbe thrown around during braking andevasive maneuvers and endanger thepassengers.<


109Roof-mounted luggage rack*

You should therefore always remembernot to exceed the approved roof loadcapacity, the approved gross vehicleweight or the axle loads when loading

the rack. These weights are listed underTechnical data on page 156.

Make sure that the load is not too bulky

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A special roof-rack system is availableas an optional extra for your BMW.Please observe the precautionsincluded with the installation instruc-tions.

AnchoragesAccess to the anchorages:

To fold up the covers, please use thetool provided with the roof-rack system.

Loading and driving notes

Roof-mounted luggage racks raise thecenter of gravity of the vehicle whenthey are loaded. For this reason, theyhave a major effect on the vehicle'shandling and steering response.

Make sure that the load is not too bulky,and attempt to distribute it evenly.Always load the heaviest pieces first sothat they are at the bottom. Be sure thatadequate clearance is maintained for

raising the glass sunroof, and thatobjects do not project into the openingpath of the luggage compartment lid.

Secure the roof-mounted luggage cor-rectly and safely to prevent it from shift-ing or being lost during driving.

Drive smoothly and avoid suddenacceleration and braking. Do not cornerat high speeds.

The luggage rack and the roof loadincrease aerodynamic resistance:increased fuel consumption and addi-tional stress on the vehicle's body are

the result.

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Special operating instructions

Break-in procedures

To ensure that your vehicle providesmaximum economy throughout a longservice life, we request that you complywith the following information.

Engine and differential

The first 1,250 miles/2,000 km:

When the vehicle is operated onwet or slushy roads, a wedge of

water may form between the tire andthe road surface. This phenomenon is

referred to as hydroplaning and canlead to partial or complete loss of trac-tion, vehicle control and braking effec-

After replacing parts

Follow the same break-in procedures ifany of the components mentionedabove have to be replaced in the future.

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The first 1,250 miles/2,000 km:

Drive at varying engine and roadspeeds, but do not exceed an enginespeed of 4,500 rpm or a road speed of100 mph / 160 km/h.

Always obey all official speed limits.

Do not use full throttle, and avoidpressing the accelerator beyond thekickdown point during these initialmiles.

You can then proceed to increase

engine or vehicle speeds once the ini-tial 1,250 miles/2,000 km have elapsed.

Tires

Due to technical factors associatedwith their manufacture, tires do notachieve their full traction potential until

after an initial break-in period. We thusask you to drive with extra care duringthe first 200 miles/300 km.

Always obey all official speed limits.

tiveness. Reduce your speed on wetroads.<

Brake system

Approx. 300 miles/500 km must elapsebefore the brake pads and rotorsachieve the optimal pad-surface andwear patterns required for trouble-freeoperation and an extended service lifelater on.

To break in the separate parking brake

drums, apply the parking brake lightlywhen coasting to a standstill – at a traf-fic signal, for instance – provided thattraffic conditions allow you to do so.

To avoid corrosion, repeat this proce-dure from time to time.

Clutch

Approx. 300 miles/500 km must elapsebefore the clutch starts to operate atoptimum efficiency. Remember toengage the clutch carefully during thisinitial period.


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Inclines:

To prevent overheating and, as aresult, diminished braking effec-

tiveness, drive down long or steepdownhill grades in a gear whichrequires the least braking. Otherwise,

li ht b t i t t d l

Do not coast with the clutchdepressed or with the transmis-

sion or selector lever in Neutral. Do notcoast with the engine switched off. Oth-erwise, the engine provides no brakingeffect while the transmission is in idlingposition, and there is no power-assistf b ki t i h th i

Brake pads

For your own safety: use onlybrake pads that BMW has

released for your particular vehicle

model. BMW cannot evaluate non-approved brake pads to determine ifthey are suitable for use, and therefore

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even light but consistent pedal pres-sure can lead to high temperatures,brake wear and possibly even brakefailure.<

The braking power of the engine can befurther enhanced by downshifting theautomatic transmission in manualmode, if necessary, into first gear. Thishelps avoid placing excessive loads onthe brake system.

for braking or steering when the engineis off.Floor mats, floor carpets or otherobjects must not be in the area near thebrake or accelerator pedal, as thiscould impair the movement of the ped-als.<

Corrosion on the brake rotors

Limited vehicle use, extended periodswith the vehicle parked or in storage,

and operating conditions in which brak-ing is restricted to gentle, low-pressureapplications will all increase the ten-dency for corrosion to form on therotors and contamination to accumulateon the brake pads. This occurs becausethe minimal pressure which must be

exerted by the pads to clean the rotorsby brake applications is not reached.

If the brake rotors are corroded, theywill tend to respond to braking with apulsating effect that even extendedbrake applications will fail to cure.

ycannot ensure the operating safety ofthe vehicle if they are installed.<

Portable phone in the vehicle

BMW advises against usingmobile equipment, e.g. cellular

phones, inside the vehicle without con-necting them directly to an outsideantenna. Otherwise, it cannot be ruledout that vehicle electronics and themobile equipment interfere with one

another. In addition, it is not ensuredthat the radio waves emitted duringtransmission are directed outside of thevehicle interior.<


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The concept

ABS keeps the wheels from lockingduring braking, thereby enhancingactive driving safety.

Braking with ABS

If you are in a situation that requires full

Do not reduce the pressure exertedagainst the brake pedal until the brak-ing maneuver has been completed.DBC is deactivated when you releasethe brake pedal.

Cornering Brake Control (CBC)

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If you are in a situation that requires fullbraking, you will exploit the full benefitsof the ABS system if you apply maxi-mum pedal pressure: panic stop. Sincethe vehicle maintains steering respon-

siveness, you can avoid possible obsta-cles with a minimum of steering effort,despite the full brake application.

Pulsation at the brake pedal combinedwith sounds from the hydraulic circuitsindicates to the driver that ABS is in itsactive mode.

Dynamic Brake Control (DBC)

DBC is included in the DSC, refer topage 81.

The system responds to sudden, high-intensity applications of force to the

brake pedal by automatically brakingthe vehicle with maximum boost toachieve the shortest-possible brakingdistances during 'panic stops'. Thissystem exploits all the benefits of ABS.

CBC is an advanced engineering devel-opment of ABS. When braking duringcornering with high lateral accelera-tion, or when braking during a lane

change, vehicle stability is improvedand the steering response is enhanced.

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Wheels and tires

Tire inflation pressure

Information for your safety

It is not merely the tire's service life, butalso driving safety and driving comfortthat greatly depend on the condition of

the tires and the maintenance of thespecified tire inflation pressure.

After correcting the tire inflation pres-sure, reinitialize the Flat Tire Monitor,refer to page 82.

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Check tire inflation pressures on aregular basis and correct them, if

necessary, including the compactwheel: at least twice a month and

before beginning a longer trip. If this isnot done, incorrect tire pressures cancause driving instability and tire dam-age, ultimately resulting in accidents.Do not drive with a pressureless, i.e.flat, tire, unless your vehicle isequipped with Run Flat tires. A flat tire

greatly impairs steering and brakingresponse, and can lead to completeloss of control over the vehicle.<

Checking tire pressures

Only check the tire inflation pressuresof cold tires. This means after driving a

maximum of 1.25 miles/2 km or afterthe vehicle has been parked for at least2 hours. Warm tires have higher infla-tion pressures.

Inflation pressures for originaltires

Tire pressures for the standard tires ofyour vehicle are shown on the driver'sdoor post, visible when the door isopen.

The inflation pressures apply to BMW-approved tire sizes and recommendedtire brands. Your BMW center will beglad to supply this information.

Inflation pressures for other tire

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BMW TiresAll pressure specifications in the table are indicatedin psi/kilopascal with cold tires –cold = ambient temperature

325Ci 205/55 R 16 91 H M+S205/55 R 16 91 H

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205/55 R 16 91 H225/50 R 16 92 W225/45 R 17 91 W

225/45 ZR 17

245/40 ZR 17

30/210

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35/240

35/240

–

–

42/290205/50 R 17 93 V M+S extra load205/50 R 17 93 W extra load205/55 R 16 91 Q M+S225/50 R 16 92 Q M+S205/50 R 17 93 Q M+S extra load225/45 R 17 91 Q M+S

33/230 38/260 38/260 45/310

330Ci 225/45 R 17 91 W 32/220 38/260 39/270 46/320

225/45 ZR 17245/40 ZR 17

32/220–

–38/260

39/270–

–46/320

225/40 ZR 18255/35 ZR 18

32/220–

–38/260

39/270–

–46/320

205/50 R 17 93 V M+S extra load205/50 R 17 93 W extra load205/50 R 17 93 Q M+S extra load225/45 R 17 91 Q M+S

32/220 38/260 39/270 46/320

All Space-saver spare tire 61/420

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Knowing the tire code on the tire side-wall makes it easier to correctly chooseand identify your tires.

Tire size

E.g. 205/60 R 15 91 W

205 = Nominal width in mm

DOT code:

E.g. DOT xxxx xxx 1004

xxxx = Manufacturer's code for tirebrand

xxx = Tire size and tire version

1004 = Tire age

Traction AA A B C

Temperature A B C

All passenger car tires must con-

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60 = Cross-sectional ratio in %

R = Radial belt construction

15 = Rim diameter in inches

91 = Load index, not on ZR tires

W = Speed rating, in front of the R onZR tires

Speed rating

Q = up to 100 mph (160 km/h)

T = up to 118 mph (190 km/h)

H = up to 130 mph (210 km/h)

V = up to 150 mph (240 km/h)

W = up to 167 mph (270 km/h)

Y = up to 186 mph (300 km/h)

Tire Identification Number

Tires with DOT codes comply with theguidelines of the U.S. Department ofTransportation.

Tire age

The date on which the tire was manu-factured is indicated by the code on the

sidewall:DOT … 1004 indicates that the tire wasmanufactured in week 10 of the year2004.

BMW recommends the replacement ofall tires when they are no more than6 years old, even if a tire life of 10 yearsis possible.

Uniform Tire Quality Grading

Quality grades can be found whereapplicable on the tire sidewall betweentread shoulder and maximum section

width. For example:Tread wear 200 Traction AA

Temperature A

DOT quality grades

Tread wear

Tread wear

The tread wear grade is a comparativerating based on the wear rate of the tirewhen tested under controlled condi-

tions on a specified government testcourse.

For example, a tire graded 150 wouldwear one and one-half – 1 1 /2 – times aswell on the government course as a tiregraded 100. The relative performanceof tires depends upon the actual condi-

tions of their use, however, and maydepart significantly from the norm dueto variations in driving habits, servicepractices and differences in road char-acteristics and climate.

Traction

The traction grades, from highest tolowest, are AA, A, B, and C.


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Those grades represent the tire's abilityto stop on wet pavement as measuredunder controlled conditions on speci-fied government test surfaces ofasphalt and concrete. A tire marked Cmay have poor traction performance.

The traction grade assigned to

Grades B and A represent higher levelsof performance on the laboratory testwheel than the minimum required bylaw.

The temperature grade for this tireis established for a tire that is

properly inflated and not overloaded.

Tire condition

Wheel/tire damage

Inspect your tires frequently for signs ofdamage, foreign objects and treadwear, and check tread depth.

Due to low-profile tires, pleasenote that wheels, tires and sus-

pension parts are more susceptible to

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g gthis tire is based on straight-

ahead braking traction tests, and doesnot include acceleration, cornering,hydroplaning, or peak traction charac-teristics.<

Temperature

The temperature grades are A, thehighest, B, and C, representing thetire's resistance to the generation of

heat and its ability to dissipate heatwhen tested under controlled condi-tions on a specified indoor laboratorytest wheel.

Sustained high temperature can causethe material of the tire to degenerateand reduce tire life, and excessive tem-

perature can lead to sudden tire failure.The grade C corresponds to a level ofperformance which all passenger cartires must meet under the FederalMotor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 109.

p p yExcessive speed, underinflation, orexcessive loading, either separately orin combination, can cause heat buildupand possible tire failure.<

RSC - Run Flat tires

Run Flat tires are labeled on the side-wall with a circular symbol containingthe letters RSC, refer to page 120.

M+SWinter and all-season tires. These havebetter winter driving properties thansummer tires.

pension parts are more susceptible toroad hazard and consequential dam-ages.Unusual vibrations encountered during

normal vehicle operation can indicate aflat tire or some other vehicle malfunc-tion. This type of problem can becaused by contact with curbs, etc. Thisis also true for irregularities in the vehi-cle's handling characteristics, such as apronounced tendency to pull to the left

or right.Should this occur, respond by immedi-ately reducing your speed. Proceedcarefully to the nearest BMW center orprofessional tire center, or have thevehicle towed there. Tire damage, up toand including blowouts, can endanger

the lives of both the vehicle occupantsand other road users.<

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TWI, Tread Wear Indicator. At a treaddepth of 1/16 in/1.6 mm, the indicatorssignal that the legally permissible wearlimit has been reached.

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Tire tread

Tread depth should not be allowed togo below 1/8 in/3 mm, even thoughEuropean legislation, for example,requires a mimimum tread depth of only1/16 in/1.6 mm. Below 1/8 in/3 mm

tread depth, there is a great risk ofhydroplaning, even at relatively moder-ate speeds and with only small amountsof water on the road.

At tread depths below approx.3/16 in/4 mm, tire performance underwinter driving conditions deteriorates

noticeably. Worn tires should thereforebe replaced for safety considerations.

Tread wear indicators in the tread-groove base, see arrow, are distributedaround the wheel circumference andare labeled on the tire sidewall with

Run Flat tires are labeled on the side-wall with a circular symbol containingthe letters RSC.

Run Flat tires consist of self-supportingtires and special rims. The tire rein-forcement ensures that driving remains

possible to a restricted degree in theevent of pressure drop or even if the tireis deflated.

Driving with a damaged tire

Depending on the cargo load, Run Flattires allow you to continue driving at amaximum speed of 50 mph / 80 km/h.


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If there is a total loss of tire inflationpressure, 0 psi/0 kPa, or obvious tiredamage, you can determine the dis-tance you may continue driving basedon the following values:

>With a light load:1 to 2 persons without luggage:approx. 155 miles/250 km

New wheels and tires

Have new wheels and tiresmounted only by a skilled profes-

sional. Work that is improperly carriedout could result in consequential dam-age and pose safety hazards.<

Ask your BMW center for details con-cerning the correct wheel and tire com-

The correct wheels and tires

BMW recommends using onlywheels and tires that have been

tested and approved by BMW for the

particular vehicle model, as otherwisebody contact and serious accidents canresult despite the use of the same nom-inal size e g due to manufacturing tol-

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approx. 155 miles/250 km>With a medium load:

2 persons, luggage compartment full;or 4 persons without luggage:

approx. 90 miles/150 km>With a full load:4 persons or more, luggage compart-ment full:approx. 30 miles/50 km

Drive cautiously. Do not exceed a

speed of 50 mph / 80 km/h. Beaware that vehicle handling will bealtered when there is a loss in inflationpressure. Anticipate, e.g., reducedtracking during braking, longer brakingdistances and changed steering char-acteristics.

For safety reasons, BMW recommendsnot having damaged Run Flat tiresrepaired. In this case, consult yourBMW center.<

bination. Have the wheels balancedeach time a wheel or tire has beenreplaced.

The correct wheel and tire combinationalso affects different systems such asABS or DSC. The function of these sys-tems is impaired if improper wheel andtire combinations are used.

BMW advises against using

retreaded tires, as driving safetycould otherwise be impaired. This isdue to the possible variations in casingstructures and, in some cases, to theirextreme age, which can lead to adecrease in their durability.<

inal size, e.g. due to manufacturing tolerances. BMW cannot evaluate all tiresand wheels on the market, and is thusunable to guarantee that the vehicle will

continue to perform safely if unap-proved tires and/or wheels aremounted.<

To maintain good handling and vehicleresponse, use only tires of a singlebrand and tread configuration. After a

flat tire, have the previous wheel andtire combination restored as soon aspossible.

Recommended tire sizes andbrands

For each tire size, certain tire brands

have been tested, classified as road-safe and approved by BMW. You canfind out about these from a professional

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tire center, preferably your BMW cen-ter. Observe any country-specific regu-lations, e.g. on making a correspondingentry in the vehicle documents.

The factory-approved radial belt tiresare matched to your vehicle and pro-vide optimum safety and driving com-fort when used properly.

tires, or vice versa, use only Run Flattires since no spare wheel is availablein the event of a flat. Your BMW centerwill be glad to advise you.

Observing speed ratings:

Never exceed the maximumspeed for which the winter tires

Snow chains*

Only certain snow chains have beentested by BMW and determined andapproved as roadworthy. Consult yourBMW center for details. BMW recom-mends using only these approved fine-link snow chains. Use them in pairs oneither summer or winter tires, but onlyon both rear wheels.

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Run Flat tires

If your vehicle is equipped with Run Flat

tires, refer to Run Flat tires, use onlythese tires since no spare wheel isavailable in the event of a flat.

Special characteristics of wintertires

BMW recommends the use of wintertires for operation under winter roadconditions. While all-season tires withM+S designation provide better wintertraction than summer tires, they gener-ally do not achieve the full performanceof winter tires.

Run Flat tires:If your vehicle is equipped with Run Flattires, refer to Run Flat tires, please notethe following: when mounting new tiresor replacing summer tires with winter

pare rated. Unprofessional attempts bylaymen to service tires can lead to dam-age and accidents. Have this work per-

formed by skilled professionals only.The technicians at your BMW centerwill be glad to assist you with therequired professional knowledge andspecialized equipment.<

Storage

Always store tires in a cool, dry place.Store them away from light wheneverpossible. Protect the tires against con-tact with oil, grease and fuel. Do notexceed the maximum tire inflation pres-sures specified on the tire sidewall.

Comply with all manufacturer's safetyprecautions when mounting the chains.Do not exceed a speed of 30 mph /

50 km/h when using snow chains.You cannot mount snow chains on thefollowing tires:

>225/50 R 16>225/45 R 17>245/40 R 17>225/40 R 18

>255/35 R 18.

Do not initialize the Flat Tire Moni-tor after mounting snow chains to

the tires.When driving with snow chains, it maybe useful to turn off the DSC for a short

time, refer to page 81 or 82.<


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In the engine compartment

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To release

Pull the lever located under the left-hand side of the instrument panel.

Do not attempt to service yourvehicle if you do not have the

required technical background. If youare not familiar with the regulations tobe observed, have your vehicle ser-viced only by a BMW center or a shopthat works according to BMW require-ments with the appropriately trainedpersonnel. Work that is improperly car-

ried out could result in consequentialdamage and pose safety hazards.<

To open

Pull the release handle and open thehood.

To close

Allow the hood to fall from a height ofabout 1 ft/30 cm so that it audiblyengages.

To avoid injuries, be sure that the

travel path of the hood is clearwhen it is closed, following the samesafety precautions used in all closingprocedures.If you notice while driving that the hoodis not completely closed, stop immedi-ately and close it securely.<

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1 Brake fluid reservoir 128

2 Engine oil dipstick 126

3 Coolant expansion tank 128

4 Reservoir for the headlamp and

windshield washer system 126

5 Engine oil filler neck 127

6 Auxiliary terminal for jump-

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The oil volume between the two markson the dipstick corresponds to approx.1.1 US quarts/1 liter. Do not fill beyondthe upper mark on the dipstick. Excessoil will damage the engine.

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Headlamp* and windshieldwasher system

Capacity approx.5.6 US quarts/5.3 liters

Fill with water and, if required, with awasher antifreeze additive according to

manufacturer's recommendations.

We recommend that you mix thewasher fluid before adding it to

the reservoir.<

Antifreeze agents for the washer

fluid are highly flammable. For thisreason, keep them away from sourcesof flame and store them only in closedoriginal containers, inaccessible to chil-dren. Comply with the instructions onthe containers.<

Checking the oil level

1. Park the vehicle on a level surface2. Switch the engine off after it has

reached normal operating tempera-ture

3. After approx. 5 minutes, pull the dip-

stick out and wipe it off with a cleanlint-free cloth, paper towel, or similarmaterial

4. Carefully push the dipstick all theway into the guide tube and pull itout again

5. The oil level should be between the

two marks on the dipstick.As with fuel economy, oil consumptionis directly influenced by your drivingstyle and vehicle operating conditions.


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Recommendation: have the oil changedat your BMW center.

Specified engine oils

The quality of the engine oil isextremely important for the operationand service life of an engine. Based onextensive testing, BMW has approved

l t i d f i il

You can also call BMW of North Amer-ica toll-free at 1-800-831-1117 or visitthis website: www.bmwusa.com toobtain this information.

Viscosity ratings

Viscosity is the oilflow rating as estab-lished in SAE classes.

Engine oil

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Adding engine oil

Only add engine oil when the oil levelhas dropped to just above the lowermark on the dipstick.

Continuous exposure to used oil

has caused cancer in laboratorytesting. For this reason, any skin areasthat come into contact with oil shouldbe thoroughly washed with soap andwater.Store oils, grease and similar materialsso that they are inaccessible to chil-

dren. Comply with warning labels andinformation on containers.<

Comply with the applicable envi-ronmental laws regulating the dis-

posal of used oil.<

only certain grades of engine oil.

Use only approved BMW High Perfor-mance Synthetic Oil.

If an approved BMW High PerformanceSynthetic Oil should be unavailable, youmay use small amounts of other syn-thetic oils for topping up between oilchanges. Use only oils with the specifi-cation API SH or higher.

Ask your BMW center for detailsconcerning the specific BMW

High Performance Synthetic Oil or syn-thetic oils that have been approved.<

BMW engines are designed tooperate without oil additives; the

use of additives could even lead todamage in some cases.<

The selection of the correct SAE classdepends on the climatic conditions inthe area where you drive your BMW.

Approved oils are in SAE classes5W-40 and 5W-30.<

These kinds of oil may be used for driv-ing in all ambient temperatures.

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Do not add coolant to the coolingsystem when the engine is hot. If

you attempt to do so, escaping coolantcan cause burns.<

Coolant consists of water as well as anadditive such as antifreeze with corro-sion inhibitor. Not all commerciallyavailable additives are suitable for your

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available additives are suitable for yourBMW. Your BMW center knows whichadditives are appropriate.

Only use approved additives, asthe engine could otherwise be

damaged. The additives are hazardousto your health; therefore, follow theinstructions on the containers.<

Comply with the applicable envi-

ronmental laws regulating the dis-posal of antifreeze with corrosion inhib-itor.<

Checking the coolant level andadding coolant

Check the coolant level when theengine is cold, approx. 687 /+206.

1. Open the cap for the expansion tankby turning it slightly counterclock-

wise to allow accumulated pressureto escape. Then open

2. The coolant level is correct when theupper end of the red float rod is atleast even with the upper edge of thefiller neck; see arrow. The end of thefloat may stick out by a maximum of

3/4 in/2 cm – that is, up to the sec-ond mark on the float

3. If necessary, add coolant. If the cool-ant is low, slowly add coolant untilthe correct level is reached – do notoverfill.

Indicator lamp

The warning lamp comes oneven though the parking brakeis released:

The brake fluid level in the reservoir istoo low, refer to page 18. At the same

time, there may be significantly greaterpedal travel. Have the system checkedas soon as possible.

Warning lamp for Canadianmodels.

If you continue driving, extendedpedal travel may be necessary

and braking distances may be signifi-cantly longer. Be sure to adapt yourdriving style accordingly.<


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Adding brake fluid

For adding brake fluid or for determin-ing and correcting the cause of brakefluid loss, consult your BMW center.

Your BMW center is familiar with thespecifications for factory-approvedbrake fluids – DOT 4.

Brake fluid loss may result in extendedb k d l l

Comply with the applicable envi-ronmental laws regulating

the disposal of brake fluid.<

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brake pedal travel.

Brake fluid is hygroscopic, that is,

it absorbs moisture from the airover time.In order to ensure the brake system'ssafety and reliability, have the brakefluid changed every two years by aBMW center. Refer to the Service andWarranty Information Booklet for US

models or the Warranty and ServiceGuide Booklet for Canadian models.Brake fluid is toxic and damages thevehicle's paint. You should always storeit in its closed original container and ina location which is out of reach of chil-dren.

Do not spill the brake fluid and do notfill the brake fluid reservoir beyond theMAX mark. The brake fluid could igniteupon contact with hot engine parts andcause serious burns.<

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Maintenance

BMW Maintenance System

The BMW Maintenance System helpsmaintain your vehicle's road safety andoperational safety. Comfort-relatedaspects, such as the timely change offilters for the air inside the vehicle, are

taken into consideration. The goal is tooptimize maintenance with respect tolow total cost of ownership.

If you should sell your BMW one day

Special feature regarding engineoil change

The calculation of the service intervalscovers practically every kind of operat-

ing situation. If you drive very rarely,however, you should have the oilchanged at least every two years, sinceengine oil deteriorates over timeregardless of use

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If you should sell your BMW one day,consistent service and maintenance willprove to your advantage.

Service interval display

The service interval display shows youwhen an oil service, an inspection –always alternating between I and II – ora brake fluid change is due. The specialfeature is that the service intervals are

calculated according to your BMW'sindividual driving conditions instead offrom fixed mileage increments.

The technology developed for thistakes your personal driving style intoaccount, as well as your BMW's drivingconditions. After all, short-distance

driving, i.e. frequent cold starts, or driv-ing off at high engine speeds, affectsyour BMW differently from long-dis-tance driving with the engine at consis-tent operating temperature.

regardless of use.

Service and Warranty Information

Booklet for US models/Warranty and Service GuideBooklet for Canadian models

For additional information on requiredmaintenance intervals and procedures,please refer to the Service and War-ranty Information Booklet for US mod-

els, or the Warranty and Service GuideBooklet for Canadian models.

As a precaution against rust, it is advis-able to have the body checked for dam-age from rocks or gravel at the sametime, depending upon operating condi-tions.


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Have your BMW center performmaintenance and repair.

Be sure that all maintenance work isrecorded in the Service and WarrantyInformation Booklet for US models, or

in the Warranty and Service GuideBooklet for Canadian models. Theseentries are your verification of regularmaintenance on your vehicle and are

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required for the performance of war-ranty repairs.<

Care

You can find everything you need toknow on this topic by consulting theseparate Caring for your vehicle bro-chure.

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Laws and regulations

California laws

Proposition 65 warning

California laws require us to state thefollowing warning:

Engine exhaust and a wide varietyof automobile components andparts, including components found inthe interior furnishings in a vehicle, con-tain or emit chemicals known to the

data or information. In addition, if youhave a Subscription Service Agreementfor the BMW Assist system, certainvehicle information may be transmittedor recorded in order to provide such

services.

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tain or emit chemicals known to theState of California to cause cancer andbirth defects and reproductive harm. Inaddition, certain fluids contained invehicles and certain products of com-ponent wear contain or emit chemicalsknown to the State of California tocause cancer and birth defects or otherreproductive harm.Battery posts, terminals and relatedaccessories contain lead and lead com-pounds. Wash your hands after hand-ling.Used engine oil contains chemicals thathave caused cancer in laboratory ani-mals. Always protect your skin bywashing thoroughly with soap andwater.<

Event data recorders

Your vehicle may be equipped with oneor more sensing and diagnostic mod-ules or a recording device capable ofrecording or transmitting certain vehicle

The interface socket for onboard diag-nostics is located on the left-hand sideof the driver's side, below the instru-ment panel and under a cover panel.The cover has the letters OBD on it.

This interface makes it possible to

access data on emissions-related com-ponents using special equipment.

An illuminated indicator informsyou of the need for service, notthat you need to stop the vehi-

cle. However, the systems should bechecked by your BMW center at the

earliest possible opportunity.If the indicator blinks or flashes, thisindicates a high level of engine misfire.Reduce speed and contact the nearestBMW center immediately. Severe


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engine misfiring for even a short periodof time can seriously damage emissioncontrol system components, especiallythe catalytic converter.

Service Engine Soon warninglamp for Canadian models.

If the gas cap is not on tightenough, the OBD system can

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Replacement procedures

Onboard tool kit Windshield wiper blades

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The onboard tool kit is located in theluggage compartment lid.

Loosen the wingnut to open.

1. Switch off the engine2. Fold the wiper arm completely out

from the windshield3. Position the wiper blade at an angle

and pull the release spring – seearrow

4. Fold the wiper blade down andunhook it toward the windshield

5. Pull the wiper blade past the wiperarm toward the top

6. Insert a new wiper blade and applypressure until you hear it engage.


137Lamps and bulbs

The lamps and bulbs make essentialcontributions to the safety of your vehi-cle. Therefore, proceed carefully whenhandling bulbs. BMW recommends thatyou have such work performed by your

BMW center if you are not familiar withthe procedures.

Do not touch the glass portion ofa new bulb with your bare hands

When cleaning the headlamps,please follow the instructions in

the Caring for your vehicle brochure.<

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a new bulb with your bare handssince even small amounts of impuritiesburn in to the surface and reduce the

service life of the bulb. Use a cleancloth, paper napkin, or a similar mate-rial, or hold the bulb by its metallicbase.<

A replacement bulb set is available fromyour BMW center.

Before working on the electricalsystem, switch off the electrical

accessory you are working on or dis-connect the cable from the negativeterminal of the battery. Failure toobserve this precaution could result in

short circuits.To prevent injuries and damage, com-ply with any instructions provided bythe bulb manufacturer.<

Low beams

H7 bulb, 55 watt

Engine compartment, left side:

The H7 bulb is pressurized. There-fore, wear safety glasses and pro-

tective gloves. Failure to comply withthis precaution could lead to injury if thebulb is damaged.<

1. Remove the cover of the headlampby pressing the tab and lifting thecover off

2. Pull off the plug3. Release the retaining wire4. Remove and replace the bulb.

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When cleaning the headlamps,please follow the instructions in

the Caring for your vehicle brochure.<

Xenon lamps*

The service life of these bulbs is verylong and the probability of a failure isvery low, provided that they are notswitched on and off an unusual numberof times If one of these bulbs should

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High beams

H7 bulb, 55 watt


The H7 bulb is pressurized. There-fore, wear safety glasses and pro-

tective gloves. Failure to comply withthis precaution could lead to injury if thebulb is damaged.<

1. Turn the cover to the left and remove2. Pull off the plug3. Release the retaining wire

4. Remove and replace the bulb.

Note the letters TOP when puttingthe cover in place.<

of times. If one of these bulbs shouldnevertheless fail, it is possible to con-tinue driving with great caution usingthe fog lamps, provided local trafficlaws do not prohibit this.

Because of the extremely highvoltages involved, any work on the

xenon lighting system, including bulb-changing, should be carried out bytechnically-qualified personnel only.Otherwise, there is a risk of fatalinjury.<

Parking lamps

5 watt bulb


1. Turn the bulb holder to the left andremove

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Front turn signal indicators

21 watt bulb

1. Turn the bulb holder with the plug tothe left and remove

2. Pull the bulb off and replace it.

When replacing the bulb on theright, loosen and lift the reservoir

for the headlamp and windshieldwasher system if necessary.<

Side turn signal indicators

1. Press the front edge of the lamptoward the back with the tip of yourfinger and remove

2. Pull off the plug and replace theentire lamp.

The side turn signal indicator isdesigned using LED technology. If

faulty, the entire side turn signal indica-tor must be replaced.<

Rear lamps

1 Turn signal indicatorLEDs

2 Backup lamp21 watt bulb

3 Tail lamp/brake lamp

LEDs

Please contact a BMW center incase of a defect with the LED

lamps.<

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Do not remove the protective lens,and avoid staring directly at the

unfiltered beam for several hours, asinflammation of the retina couldresult.<

Changing a wheelSafety precautions in the event ofa flat tire or wheel change:

Stop the vehicle as far as possible frompassing traffic. Park on a firm, flat sur-face. Switch on the hazard warning

flashers. Turn the steering wheel to thestraight-ahead position and engage thesteering lock. Shift into 1st or Reverse,or if you have an automatic transmis-sion position the selector lever in Park,

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License plate lamps

5 watt bulb

1. Place a screwdriver in the slot andpress toward the left to release thelens

2. Replace the bulb.

Light-emitting diodes

Light-emitting diodes (LEDs) installedbehind translucent lenses serve as thelight sources for many of the controlsand displays in your vehicle. Theselight-emitting diodes are related to con-

ventional lasers, and legislation definesthem as light-emitting diodes, Class 1.

and engage the parking brake.All passengers should be outside the

vehicle and well away from your imme-diate working area, behind a guardrail,for example.If a warning triangle or portable hazardwarning lamp is available, set it up onthe roadside at an appropriate distancefrom the rear of the vehicle. Comply

with all local safety guidelines and reg-ulations.Change the wheel only on a level, firmsurface which is not slippery. Avoid

jacking the vehicle on a soft or slipperysupport surface – snow, ice, loosegravel, etc. – as either the vehicle or the

jack could slip sideways.Position the jack on a firm support sur-face.Do not place wooden blocks or similarobjects under the jack. They could pre-vent the jack from extending to its full

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height and reduce its support capacity.Do not lie under the vehicle or start theengine when the vehicle is supportedby the jack. There is otherwise a risk offatal injury.<

Your BMW is equipped with a spare tireor a space-saver spare tire designed fortemporary use in maintaining the vehi-cle's mobility in an emergency.

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To remove the spare tire, lift the

floor panel in the luggage com-partment completely out, refer topage 35.<

What you will need

In order to avoid rattling noises later,note the position of the tools when youremove them and return them to theiroriginal position when you are doneusing them.

>Jack 1Lift the floor panel within the luggagecompartment, refer to page 35, andundo the red wingnut.When you have completed work,screw the jack all the way backdown. Fold the handle back and

insert it in its holder>Chock 2

Located behind the jack on the wallin the luggage compartment. Loosenthe wing nut to remove it

>Spare tire or space-saver spare tire –located next to the jackLoosen the wing nut by hand, removethe storage shelf and take the wheelout

>Lug wrench – in the onboard tool kiton the underside of the luggage com-

partment lid, refer to page 136.

Procedure

1. Read and comply with the safetyprecautions provided on the previ-ous page

2. Secure the vehicle from rolling:Place the wedge against the rearsurface of the front tire on the sideopposite the side being raised. Ifthe vehicle is parked on a down-ward slope, place the wedgesecurely in front of the tire. If the


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wheel must be changed on a sur-face with a more severe slope, takeadditional precautions to securethe vehicle from rolling

3. Wheels with full wheel covers*:

reach into the ventilation openingsand pull the cover off

4. If your vehicle is equipped withIndividual light-alloy wheels*: insertthe wheel puller supplied with the

hi l i t th d i t d

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vehicle into the designated recessof the cover, and pull the cover off

5. Loosen the lug bolts by rotatinghalf a turn

6. Position the jack at the jackingpoint closest to the flat tire with the

jack base vertically below the jack-ing point and the entire surface ofthe head of the jack moves into thesquare recess of the jacking point –refer to the detail in the next illus-

tration – when the jack is cranked7. Jack the vehicle up until the wheel

you are changing is raised from theground

8. Unscrew the lug bolts and removethe wheel

9. Remove accumulations of mud ordirt from the mounting surfaces ofthe wheel and hub. Clean the lugbolts

10. Position the new wheel or thespace-saver spare tire on the huband screw at least two lug bolts fin-

ger-tight into opposite bolt holes11. Screw in the remaining lug bolts.

Screw in all the bolts in diagonalpattern

12. Lower the jack and remove it frombeneath the vehicle

13. Tighten the lug bolts securely in a

diagonal pattern

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Do not attempt to install the fullwheel cover on the space-saver

spare tire, since this could damage thecover.<

The vehicle jack is designed forchanging wheels only. Do not

attempt to raise another vehicle modelwith it or to raise any load of any kind.To do so could cause accidents andpersonal injury

Driving with the space-saverspare tire

Drive cautiously. Do not exceed aspeed of 50 mph / 80 km/h.

Be aware that vehicle handling may bealtered. Anticipate, e.g., reduced track-ing during braking, longer braking dis-tances and changed steering charac-teristics when approaching limitconditions These handling characteris-

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14. Wheels with full wheel covers*:place the wheel cover with thevalve opening over the valve. Useboth hands to press the coversecurely onto the rim

15. Check and correct the tire inflationpressure at the earliest opportunity.

Vehicles with Flat Tire Monitor:after mounting the spare tire orcorrecting the tire inflation pres-sure, reinitialize the system, refer topage 82.

Protect valve stems and valves from dirt

using screw-on valve stem caps. Dirtyvalve stems frequently lead to slowpressure loss.

personal injury.To ensure continued safety, have the

tightness of the torque bolts checkedwith a calibrated lug wrench – torquespecification: 88.5 lb ft/120 Nm – at theearliest opportunity.<

When storing a wheel in the spare tirerecess, take care to avoid bending the

threaded rod.If the original BMW light-alloy wheelshave been replaced with other light-alloy wheels, different lug bolts may berequired.

Replace the defective tire as soon aspossible and have the new wheel/tirebalanced.

conditions. These handling characteristics will be even more pronounced if

winter tires are mounted.

Only one space-saver spare tiremay be mounted at one time.

Mount a wheel and tire of the originalsize at the earliest possible opportu-nity.<

Driving with a spare tire*

For certain wheel/tire combina-tions, the size of the spare tire will

differ from that of the remaining tires.The spare tire is fully functional at allloads and speeds. However, the spare

tire should be replaced at the earliestpossible opportunity in order to achievethe original operating conditions.<


145BatteryMaintenance

The battery is completely maintenance-free. This means that the original bat-tery acid will normally last for the ser-vice life of the battery under moderateclimate conditions. Your BMW centerwill be glad to advise you if you haveany questions concerning the battery.

Charging the battery

Power loss

After a temporary power loss, e.g. dueto a discharged battery, some equip-ment will be limited in its use and willhave to be reinitialized. Individual set-tings are also lost and must be reset:

>Seat and mirror memoryThe position settings must be storedagain, refer to page 47

>Clock

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When charging the battery in the vehi-

cle, leave the engine off at all times.Connect the charge cables to the termi-nals in the engine compartment. Forterminal locations, refer to Jump-start-ing on page 147.

Disposal

After changing the battery, havethe old battery disposed of by

your BMW center or bring it to a recy-cling point. Maintain the battery in anupright position for transport and stor-age. Secure the battery against fallingover in transit.<

must be reset, refer to page 77>

RadioStations must be reset, refer to theOwner's Manual for Radio/OnboardComputer

>Navigation systemThe system will not be operableimmediately, refer to the Owner's

Manual for Radio/Onboard Com-puter.

You will find the fuses and informationon their respective allocation in theglove compartment behind a panel withtwo snap clips.

Do not attempt to repair a blownfuse or replace it with a fuse

having a different color or amperagerating. To do this could cause a fire inthe vehicle resulting from a circuit over-load.<

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Giving and receiving assistance

Receiving assistanceThe BMW Group's Mobile Serviceoffers you 24-hour assistance in theevent of a breakdown, even on week-ends and holidays.

The telephone numbers of the Mobile

Service control center in your countryare listed in the BMW Dealer Directory.

If your vehicle has the necessary equip-ment, you can contact the Mobile Ser-vice or issue an emergency call using

If the situation permits you to do so,wait in the vehicle until the voice con-nection is established. You can thenprovide detailed information to theresponse center.

If your vehicle is equipped with an acti-vated BMW Assist and the current loca-tion of the vehicle can be determined,this location is transmitted to the BMWAssist response center.

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buttons in the interior rearview mirror.

When an emergency call is initiated, atelephone connection is establishedwith the BMW Assist response center.

Fold down the cover.

1 Emergency call

2 Mobile Service

Requirements for initiating an emer-gency call or contacting Mobile Service:

> Ignition key in position 1 or higher>The car phone must be registered

with a mobile network>The emergency call system must be

operational.

Initiating an emergency call*

Press button 1 for at least 2 seconds.The indicator lamp above the buttonslights up. As soon as a telephone con-nection has been set up to the BMWAssist response center, the indicatorlamp flashes.

If the navigation system has failed,

the current location of the vehicleis not transmitted.<

If the indicator lamp is flashing but youcannot hear the BMW Assist responsecenter over the hands-free system, it ispossible that e.g. the hands-free sys-

tem is malfunctioning. The BMW Assistresponse center can still hear you,however.

If certain requirements are met, anemergency call is automatically initiatedafter a serious accident. The automaticemergency call will not be hindered bypressing the button.

For technical reasons, the emer-gency call function cannot be

guaranteed in certain unfavorable con-ditions.<


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Mobile Service*

To establish contact with the BMWGroup's Mobile Service:

Press button 2 for at least 2 seconds.

The indicator lamp above the buttonslights up. As soon as a telephone con-nection has been set up with the MobileService, the indicator lamp flashes.

Depending on the country you are in,your vehicle's current location will also

Jump-startingWhen your battery is discharged, youcan use two jumper cables to start yourvehicle with power from the battery in asecond vehicle. You can also use thesame method to help start another

vehicle. Only use jumper cables withfully insulated handles on the terminalclamps.

Do not touch high-voltage wiringand cables on a running engine

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your vehicle s current location will alsobe transmitted if your vehicle is

equipped with an activated BMW Assistfunction.

and cables on a running engine.Contact with components carrying high

voltage can be harmful or fatal. Care-fully observe the following instructionsto avoid personal injury and/or damageto one or both vehicles.<

Preparations

1. Check whether the battery of the

support vehicle has 12 volts andapproximately the same capacity –measured in Ah. This information isprovided on the battery

2. Stop the engine of the support vehi-cle

3. Switch off all electrical components

in both vehicles.

Make absolutely certain that thereis no contact between the body-

work of the two vehicles, otherwisethere is a short circuit hazard.<

Connecting the jumper cables

Always adhere to this sequencewhen connecting jumper cables;

failure to observe this procedure canlead to sparks at the battery terminalsand pose an injury hazard.<

The auxiliary jump-starting terminallocated in your BMW's engine compart-ment acts as the positive battery termi-nal. Refer to the engine compartmentoverview on page 124. The cover of thisauxiliary terminal is marked with a +.

1. Open the cover of the BMW auxiliary jump-starting terminal. Do so by pull-ing the tab – see arrow 1

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2. Connect one terminal clamp of theplus/+ jumper cable to the positiveterminal of the battery or to an auxil-iary jump-starting terminal of thesupport vehicle

3. Connect the second terminal clampof the plus/+ jumper cable to thepositive terminal of the battery or toan auxiliary jump-starting terminal ofthe vehicle to be started

4. Your BMW is equipped with a special

2. Start the engine of the other vehicleas usual.If the first start attempt is not suc-cessful, wait a few minutes beforeanother attempt in order to allow the

discharged battery to recharge3. Allow the engines to run for several

minutes4. Disconnect the jumper cables in

reverse sequence.

Depending on the cause of the fault

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4. Your BMW is equipped with a specialnut – see arrow 2 – to serve as the

ground or negative terminal.Attach a terminal clamp of theminus/– jumper cable to the negativeterminal of the support vehicle's bat-tery or to a suitable ground on itsengine or bodywork

5. Attach the second terminal clamp of

the minus/– jumper cable to the neg-ative terminal of the battery or to asuitable ground on the engine orbodywork of the vehicle to bestarted.

Starting the engine

1. Start the engine of the support vehi-cle and let it run for several minutesat a slightly elevated engine idlespeed

Depending on the cause of the fault,have the battery checked and

recharged by your BMW center.

Do not use spray starter fluids tostart the engine.<


149Towing and tow-starting the vehicleAlways observe all applicabletowing laws and regulations.<

Using the towing eyelet

The screw-in towing eyelet is located in

the luggage compartment under thefloor panel; be sure that it remains withthe vehicle at all times. It can beattached at the front or rear of yourBMW.

Turn on the hazard warning flashers, ifrequired by national regulations. If theelectrical system has failed, clearlyidentify the vehicle being towed, e.g. byplacing a sign or a warning triangle in

the rear window.Vehicles with manual transmission:gearshift lever in idling position.

Vehicles with automatic transmission:selector lever in position N.

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Observe the following instruc-

tions in order to avoid damagingthe towing eyelet or the vehicle: useonly the towing eyelet supplied with thevehicle, and screw it in firmly until itstops. Use the towing eyelet for towingon paved roads only. Avoid subjectingthe towing eyelet to lateral loads, e.g.

do not lift the vehicle using the towingeyelet.<

Access to the threaded socket

Press out the cover in the front or rearbumper with a screwdriver at the top ofthe recess.

Being towed

Make sure that the ignition key isin position 1, because the steering

lock could otherwise engage and thevehicle could no longer be steered.There is no power assist while theengine is off. Therefore, you will need toexert more force to brake and steer the

vehicle.<

Do not exceed a towing speed of45 mph / 70 km/h, nor a towing

distance of 90 miles/150 km, becausethe automatic transmission could other-wise be damaged.<

Vehicles with sequential manual gear-box SMG: selector lever in position N.

Towing methods

In some countries, it is not permitted totow the vehicle with a tow bar or towrope on public roads.

Familiarize yourself with the applicable

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325Ci 330Ci

DisplacementNumber of cylinders

cu in/cm3 152.2/2,4946

181.8/2,9796

Maximum power output

at engine speed

hp

rpm

184

6,000

225

5,900Maximum torqueat engine speed

lb ft/Nmrpm

175/2373,500

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Curb weight

with manual transmission/SMGwith automatic transmission

lbs/kglbs/kg

3,197/1,4503,285/1,490

3,285/1,4903,362/1,525

Approved gross vehicle weightwith manual transmission/SMGwith automatic transmission

lbs/kglbs/kg

4,255/1,9304,343/1,970

4,343/1,9704,420/2,005

Approved front axle load lbs/kg 1,984/900 2,006/910

Approved rear axle load lbs/kg 2,425/1,100 2,469/1,120

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Approved roof load capacity lbs/kg 165/75 165/75

Luggage compartment capacity cu ft/l 14.5/410 14.5/410

Approved axle loads and approved gross vehicle weight must never be exceeded.


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Notes

Fuel tankReserve

gal./litersgal./liters

approx. 16.6/63approx. 2.1/8

Fuel specification, refer to 24

Windshield/

Headlamp washer reservoir quarts/liters approx. 5.6/5.3

Specifications, refer to page 126

Engine with oil filter change quarts/liters approx. 6.9/6.5 BMW High PerformanceSynthetic OilSpecifications, refer to page 126

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Everything from A to ZAABS Antilock Brake

System 115indicator lamp 18

Acceleration assistant 66

Accessories, refer to Foryour own safety 5Accident, refer to Emer-

gency call 146Activated-charcoal filter 98Adaptive brake lamp, refer

to Brake force display 84

Air supplyair conditioning 92automatic climatecontrol 96

Air, drying, refer to Air con-

ditioning mode 92, 96Airbags 51deactivating 54indicator lamp 18, 53sitting safely 41

Airing out, refer to Ventila-tion 90, 94

Armrestfront 100rear 101

Artificial leather, refer to theCaring for your vehicle

brochureAshtrayfront 102rear 102

Assistant systems, refer toDynamic Stability Control(DSC) 81

Automatic transmission withSteptronic 67indicator lamp 19, 69interlock 59selector lever lock 67

shiftlock 67tow-starting 150Automatic windshield

washer, refer to Rain sen-sor 71

Average fuelconsumption 79

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Adaptive headlights 86Adding brake fluid 129Additional sources of infor-

mation 4Air conditioning 90Air conditioning mode 92

automatic climate

control 96Air distributionair conditioning 92automatic climatecontrol 96

Air distribution, individual 96Air outlets, refer to Ventila-

tion 90, 94Air pressure, refer to Tireinflation pressure 116

Air recirculation, refer toRecirculated-air mode92, 97

AKI, refer to Fuel specifica-tions 24Alarm system 36

avoiding unintentionalalarms 37

All-season tires, refer toWinter tires 121, 122

Antifreeze 128coolant 128washer fluid 126

Antilock Brake System(ABS) 115indicator lamp 18

Anti-theft system 28

Anti-theft warning system,refer to Alarm system 36Approved axle loads, refer

to Weights 156Approved gross weight,

refer to Weights 156

AUC Automatic recircu-lated-air control 97AUTO program 96Automatic

cruise control 72headlamp control 85

Automatic air distribution,

refer to AUTO program 96Automatic air supply, referto AUTO program 96

Automatic car wash, refer tothe Caring for your vehiclebrochure

Automatic climate control 94

Automatic curb monitor 48Automatic dimming, interiorrearview mirror 50

Automatic recirculated-aircontrol (AUC) 97

Average speed 79Avoiding unintentionalalarms 37

Axle loads, refer toWeights 156

B

Backrestunlocking 45Backrest, refer to Seat

adjustment 42, 44Backup lamps 62

bulb replacement 139Bandages, refer to First-aid

kit 22Bar, for towing 149


Everything from A to Z 161

Battery 145charge 145charge current 18disposal 145indicator lamp 18

jump-starting 147remote control 28, 29Belts, refer to Safety

belts 46Beverage holders 100, 101Blower

air conditioning 92

Brake padsbrake fluid level 18, 129breaking in 112

Brake rotorsbreaking in 112

Brake systembrake pads, indicatorlamp 19

Brake wear warningindicator lamp 19

BrakesABS 115

Can holders, see Beverageholders 100, 101

Capacities 157Car battery 145Car care, refer to the Caring

for your vehicle brochureCar keys, refer to Keys 28Car radio, refer to the

Owner's Manual for RadioCar telephone

preparation 101Car telephone, refer to the

Center high-mount brakelampbulb replacement 140

Central locking system 28button 32

passengercompartment 32Charge indicator lamp 18Check Control 76Check Gas Cap

indicator lamp 19Child seats, refer to Child-

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Synthetic Oils 127BMW Maintenance

System 130BMW sports seat 43

Bottle holders, see Bever-age holders 100, 101Brake fluid 128

indicator lamp 18, 128level 128

Brake force display 84Brake lamps

bulb replacement 139indicator lamp, defectivelamp 76

Brake lamps, refer to Brakeforce display 84

brake fluid 128brake force display 84brake pads 114breaking in 112driving notes 113indicator/warning lamp18, 19

parking brake 61Break-in procedures 112Bulb replacement, refer to

Lamps and bulbs 137Bulb, replacing 137Buttons in steering wheel 21

CCalifornia lawsevent data recorders 132Proposition 65warning 132

separate Owner's ManualCar vacuum cleaner, con-necting 102

Car wash, refer to the Caringfor your vehicle brochure

Carpet care, refer to theCaring for your vehicle

brochureCassette operation, refer tothe Owner's Manual forRadio/Onboard Computer

CBC Cornering Brake Con-trol 115warning lamp 18

CD changer, refer to theOwner's Manual forRadio/Onboard Computer

CD operation, refer to theOwner's Manual forRadio/Onboard Computer

restraint systems 54Child-restraint mountingsystem (LATCH) 56

Child-restraint systems 54Chock 142Cigarette lighter 102Cleaning chrome parts, refer

to the Caring for your vehi-cle brochureCleaning light alloy wheels,

refer to the Caring for yourvehicle brochure

Cleaning the vehicle, refer tothe Caring for your vehicle

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12-/24-hour mode 77setting, refer also to theOwner's Manual forRadio/Onboard Computer

Closingfrom inside 32from outside 29

Clothes hooks 103Clutch

breaking in 112Cockpit 14

Consumptiondisplay 74

Consumption, refer to Aver-age fuel consumption 79

Control elements, refer to

Cockpit 14Convenience operationfrom outside 31glass sunroof 30windows 30

Coolant 128indicator lamp 19, 75

Cylinders, refer to Enginedata 154

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Dashboard, refer to

Cockpit 14Datacapacities 157dimensions 155engine 154technical 154weights 156

Differentialbreaking in 112

Digital clock 77Dimensions 155Dipstick, engine oil 126

Displacement, refer toEngine data 154Display lighting, refer to

Instrument lighting 86Displays, refer to Instrument

cluster 16Disposal

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Code, refer to the Owner'sManual for Radio/OnboardComputer

Coin box 100Cold start, refer to Starting

the engine 59Compact disc operation,

refer to the Owner's Man-ual for Radio/OnboardComputer

Compartments 100Computer 78Condensation, refer to Air

conditioning mode 92, 96Configuring settings, refer to

Vehicle Memory, KeyMemory 58

Connecting a vacuumcleaner, refer to Powersocket 102

level 128temperature gauge 75Coolant water, refer to Cool-

ant 128Cooling, refer to Tempera-

ture 92, 96Copyright 4

Cornering Brake Control(CBC) 115warning lamp 18

Cruise control 72indicator lamp 20

Cup holders, see Beverageholders 100, 101

Curb weight, refer toWeights 156

Current consumption, referto Energy control 74

Curve lighting, refer toAdaptive headlights 86

Daytime driving lamps 85DBC Dynamic Brake Control19, 115

Deep water, refer to Drivingthrough water 113

Defrost position, refer toDefrosting windows 93, 96

Defrosting and demistingwindowsair conditioning 93automatic climatecontrol 96

Defrosting windows 93, 96Defrosting windshield,

refer to Defrosting win-dows 93, 96

Demisting windowsair conditioning 93automatic climatecontrol 96

oil 127vehicle battery 145Distance warning, refer to

Park Distance Control(PDC) 80

Divided rear backrest 104Door key 28

Door lock 31Doorsemergency operation 31

Draft-free ventilation 93, 97Driving light, refer to Parking

lamps/Low beams 85Driving notes 113

Driving through water, deepwater 113Dry air, refer to Air condi-

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Everything from A to ZFootbrake, refer to Braking

safely 113Front airbags 51Front center armrest 100Front fog lamps 87

indicator lamp 20Fueldisplay 75quality 24volume 157

Fuel consumptiondisplay 79

Gear indicator 65, 69Gear lever

automatic transmissionwith Steptronic 67sequential manual gear-

box SMG 63Gearboxmanual transmission 62

Gearshift levermanual transmission 62

General driving notes 113Glass sunroof

Head airbags 51Head restraints 45Headlamp cleaning system

cleaning headlamps 72washer fluid 126, 157

Headlamp control, auto-matic 85Headlamp flasher 87

indicator lamp 20Headlamps

bulb replacement 137care, refer to the Caring

High beams 70, 87bulb replacement 138headlamp flasher 87indicator lamp 20

Holder for

beverages 100, 101litter bag 101Hood release 123Horn 14Hub cap 142Hydraulic brake assistant,

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Fuel display, refer to Fuelgauge 75Fuel economy, refer to

Energy control 74Fuel filler door 23

release following an elec-trical malfunction 23

Fuel level indicator, refer toFuel gauge 75Fuel reserve indicator, refer

to Fuel gauge 75Fuel tank capacity 157Fuses 145

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Gasoline consumption, referto Average fuel consump-tion 79

Gasoline, refer to Fuel spec-ifications 24

closing following an elec-trical malfunction 40convenience operation30, 31remote control 29, 30

Glass sunroof, electric 39Glove compartment 99

Grills, refer to Ventilation90, 94Gross weight, refer to

Weights 156

H

Handbrake, refer to Parkingbrake 61

Hands-free system 101Harman Kardon premium

sound system 99Hazard warning flashers 14Hazard warning triangle 22

for your vehicle brochureHeated mirrors 49Heated rear window

air conditioning 92automatic climatecontrol 97

Heated seats 48

Heatingexterior mirrors 49rear window 92, 97seats 48

Heating and ventilation90, 94

Heavy loads, refer to Cargoloading 107

Height adjustmentseats 42, 44steering wheel 50

Height, refer toDimensions 155

Hydroplaning 113

IIce warning 78Ignition 59Ignition key 28

positions 59

Ignition lock 59Imprint 4Indicator lamps 18


Everything from A to Z165

Indicator/warning lampairbags 18alarm system 37brakes 18, 19Check Gas Cap 19

coolant 19, 75DSC 19Flat Tire Monitor18, 19, 83Please fasten safetybelts 18reserve 75

Interior rearview mirror 49automatic dimmingfeature 50

Interior temperatureadjusting 92, 96

Interlock, refer to Steeringwheel lock 59Intermittent mode, wipers 71Interval display, service 76

JJack 141

Leather care, refer to theCaring for your vehiclebrochure

Leaving the vehicle 61LEDs, light-emitting

diodes 141Length, refer toDimensions 155

License plate lampbulb replacement 141

Light switch 85Light-emitting diodes

Locking and unlockingdoorsfrom inside 32from outside 29, 31

Low beams 85

automatic 85bulb replacement 137indicator lamp, defectivelamp 76

Lug boltskey 142torque 142

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Service Engine Soon 19Individual air distribution 96Individual settings, refer to

Vehicle Memory, KeyMemory 58

Inflation pressure monitor-ing, refer to Flat Tire Moni-tor 82

Inflation pressure, tires 116INSPECTION 76Instrument cluster 16Instrument lighting 86Instrument panel 14Interface socket for onboard

diagnostics (OBD) 132Interior lamps 88

remote control 30Interior motion sensor 37

switching off 37

Jacking points 142Jump-starting 147

K

Key Memory 58Keys 28

with remote control 28Kickdown 64, 68

LLamp defect 137Lamps and bulbs 137Lashing down loads, refer to

Cargo loading 106Lashing eyelets, refer to

Securing cargo 108Lashing fittings, refer to

Securing cargo 108LATCH child-restraint

mounting system 56

(LEDs) 141Lighter 102LIGHTS ON warning 85Lights, refer to Parking

lamps/Low beams 85Litter bag holder 101Load, determining the maxi-

mum 106Load, refer to Cargo

loading 106Loading

vehicle 106Load-securing devices 108Lock buttons on doors, refer

to Locking 32Lock, steering wheel 59Locking

from inside 32from outside 29, 31

Luggage compartmentcapacity 156emergency operation,refer to Manualoperation 33floor mat 36floor panel 35lid 33opening from outside 33opening, remotecontrol 30opening/closing, refer toLuggage compartmentlid 33remote control 30volume 156

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Luggage compartment lid 33emergency operation 33emergency release 35indicator lamp 76opening from inside the

vehicle 33opening from outside 33remote control 30securing separately 33unlocking manually 33

Luggage compartment light-ing 33

Manual operationdoor lock 31driver's door 31fuel filler door 23glass sunroof 40

luggage compartmentlid 33Manual transmission 62Master keys

with remote control 28MC operation, refer to the

Owner's Manual for

Mirrors 49heated 49memory, refer to Seat andmirror memory 47

Mobile Service 147

Modifications, technical,refer to For your ownsafety 5

Multifunction steeringwheel 21

Multifunction switchturn signal indicator/head-

Oiladditives, refer to Addingengine oil 127capacity 157dipstick 126

quality 127Oil change interval, referto Service intervaldisplay 130

Oil change intervals, refer tothe Service and WarrantyInformation Booklet for US

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Luggage rack, refer to Roof-mounted luggage rack 109Lumbar support 44

M

Maintenance 76, 130Maintenance system 130Making telephone calls,

refer to the telephoneOwner's Manual

Malfunctiondoor lock 31fuel filler door 23

Malfunction displays 76

Radio/Onboard ComputerMD operation, refer to theOwner's Manual forRadio/Onboard Computer

Mechanical seats 42Memory, refer to Seat and

mirror memory 47Memory, refer to Vehicle

Memory, Key Memory 58Microfilter


Microphone 101Mini disc operation, refer to

the Owner's Manual forRadio/Onboard Computer

Mirrorautomatic curb monitor 48

lamp flasher 70washer/wiper system 71

N

Navigation system, refer tothe Owner's Manual forRadio/Onboard Computer

Neck restraints, refer toHead restraints 45

Nets 100Nozzles, refer to Ventilation

90, 94Nylon rope, refer to Towing

and tow-starting the vehi-cle 149

O

OBD interface socket 132Odometer 74

models/Warranty and Ser-vice Guide Booklet forCanadian models

Oil consumption 126Oil dipstick 126Oil filter change 157Oil level

checking 126indicator lamp 18

Oil pressureindicator lamp 18

OIL SERVICE 76Oil types 127Old batteries, refer to Dis-

posal 145Onboard computer 78Onboard computer, refer to

the Owner's Manual forOnboard Computer

Onboard tool kit 136



Opening and closingfrom inside 32from outside 29via door lock 31via remote control 29

Outlets, ventilation 90, 94Outside temperature dis-play 78changing unit ofmeasure 78

P

Paintwork care, refer to the

PDC Park DistanceControl 80

Plastic, refer to the Caringfor your vehicle brochure

Pollen, refer to Microfilter 93

Pollen, refer to Microfil-ter/activated-charcoal fil-ter 98

Power output, refer toEngine data 154

Power seat 44Power socket 102Power socket, cigarette

Rear armrest, refer to Rearcenter armrest 101

Rear backrest, folding 104Rear center 3-point safety

belt 104

Rear center armrest 101Rear lampsbulb replacement 139indicator lamp, defectivelamp 76

Rear window defrosterair conditioning 92

Rear window heating

Remaining distance to ser-vice 76

Remaining distance, refer toRange 79

Remote control 29

luggage compartmentlid 30malfunction 30

Replacement key 29Replacing lamps, refer to

Lamps and bulbs 137Reporting safety defects 7Restraint systems

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Paintwork care, refer to theCaring for your vehiclebrochure

Panic mode – triggeralarm 30

Park Distance Control(PDC) 80

Parking aid, refer to ParkDistance Control (PDC) 80

Parking brake 61indicator lamp 18

Parking lamps 85bulb replacement 138

Parking lamps/Lowbeams 85

Parts and accessories, referto Your individual vehicle 5

Passenger-side exterior mir-ror tilt function 48

Power socket, cigarettelighter 102

Pressure monitoring, tiresFlat Tire Monitor 82

Pressure, tires 116Protective function

electric power windows 38

R

Radio remote control key,refer to Master key withremote control 28

Radio, refer to the Owner'sManual for Radio

Rain sensor 71Raising the floor panel 35Range 79Reading lamps

front 88rear 88

Rear window heatingautomatic climatecontrol 97

Rear-entry assist 45Rearview mirror 49Receiving assistance 146Recirculated-air mode


Recirculating the air, referto Recirculated-air mode92, 97

Reclining seat, refer to Seatadjustment 42, 44

Refueling 23fuel filler door 23

Releasinghood 123

Restraint systemsfor children 54

Restraint systems, refer toSafety belts 46

Reverse 62automatic transmissionwith Steptronic 67SMG gearbox 64

Roof load capacity 156Roof-mounted luggage

rack 109Rope, refer to Towing

and tow-starting the vehi-cle 149

Run Flat tires 120

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Safe seating position 41Safety belt height adjust-

ment 46

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Safety belts 46sitting safely 41warning lamp 18

Safety featureglass sunroof 40

Safety systems, refer toAntilock BrakeSystem 115Dynamic Stability Control(DSC) 81

Screwdriver, refer toOnboard tool kit 136

Seat adjustment 42

Selector lever lock, refer toShiftlock 63, 67

Selector lever positionsautomatic transmission 67sequential manual gear-

box SMG 63Sequential manual gearboxSMG 63indicator lamp 19

Service and Warranty Infor-mation Booklet 130

Service Engine Soonwarning lamp 19

Sliding/tilt sunroof, refer toElectric glass sunroof 39

SMG sequential manualgearbox 63indicator lamp 19

Smokers' package, refer toAshtray 102SOS, refer to Emergency

call 146Space-saver spare tire 144

changing a wheel 141Spare key 28Spare tire 141

Starting the engine 59Starting, refer to Starting the

engine 59Status of the Owner's Man-

ual 5

Steering wheel lock 59Steering wheel, adjusting 50Steptronic, refer to Manual

operation 68Storage compartments 100Storage nets 100Storage, refer to the Caring

for your vehicle brochure

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S a a jBMW sports seat 43mechanical 42power 44

Seat belt tensioner, refer toSafety belts 46

Seat heating 48Seat memory, refer to Seat

and mirror memory 47Seat positions, storing 47Seats 42Securing cargo 108Securing the vehicle

from inside 32from outside 29, 31

Selector leverautomatic transmission 67sequential manual gear-box SMG 63

a g a pService interval display

76, 130Shift paddles 64Shifting gears

automatic transmissionwith Steptronic 67sequential manual gear-box SMG 64

Shiftlock 63Shiftlock, refer to Range

selection 67Side airbags 51Side turn signal indicators

bulb replacement 139Sitting safely

with airbags 41with safety belts 41

Size 155Ski bag 105

SpaSpare wheel 144Special oils 127Specified oils 127Speed gauge, refer to

Speedometer 16Speedometer 16SPORT button 66Sport program

automatic transmissionwith Steptronic 68

Sports seat 43Stability control, refer to

Dynamic Stability Control(DSC) 81

Standing lamps 87Starting difficulties

jump-starting 147temperature 59

Starting help DSC 81

yStoring seat positions,

refer to Seat and mirrormemory 47

Storing tires 122Sun blind 98Sun blind, refer to Roller sun

blind 98Surface ice, refer to Ice

warning 78Switches, refer to

Cockpit 14Switching off

vehicle 61Symbols 4Synthetic oils 127

TTachometer 74



Tail lampsbulb replacement 139

Tail lamps, refer to Rearlamps 139

Tank capacity, refer to Fueltank capacity 157

Tank indicator, refer to Fuelgauge 75

Technical data 154Technical modifications 5Technical modifications,

refer to For your ownsafety 5

Tempomat, refer to Cruisecontrol 72

Thigh support area, adjust-ing 43

Third brake lamp, refer toCenter high-mount brakelamp 140

Threaded socket for towingeyelet 149

Three-point safety belt 46Through-loading system 104Tilt alarm

deactivate 37

Tiresage 118breaking in 112changing 141condition 119damage 119flat 141inflation pressure 116storing 122tread 119, 120tread wear indicators,refer to Tire tread 120winter tires 121, 122

Transmission lock, refer to PPark 67

Transmission malfunctionautomatic transmissionwith Steptronic 69sequential manual gear-box SMG 65

Transport securing devices,refer to Securingcargo 108

Transporting childrensafely 54

Trap protection

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yTelephone hookup 101Telephone, refer to the sep-

arate Owner's ManualTelevision, refer to the

Owner's Manual forOnboard Computer

Temperatureair conditioning 92automatic climatecontrol 96

Temperature adjustment92, 96

Temperature displayengine coolant 75ice warning 78outside temperature 78setting units 78

Temperature layering 93, 97

Tilt alarm sensor 37Tilting passenger-side exte-

rior mirror 48Time 77Tire change 141Tire inflation pressure 116Tire pressure monitoring,

refer to Flat TireMonitor 82

Tire replacement 141

,Tools, refer to Onboard tool

kit 136Torque

engine 154lug bolts 142

Tow bar 149Tow rope 149Towing 149Towing eyelet 149Towing the vehicle 149Tow-starting 149Track width, refer to Dimen-

sions 155Transmission

automatic transmissionwith Steptronic 67sequential manual gear-box SMG 63

p pelectric power windows 38glass sunroof 40

Tread depth, refer to Tiretread 120

Tread wear indicators inthe tires, refer to Tiretread 120

Tread wear, tires 120Trigger alarm – Panic

mode 30Trip distance recorder, refer

to Trip odometer 74Trip meter, refer to Trip

odometer 74Trip odometer 74Trunk lid, refer to Luggage

compartment lid 33

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Trunk lighting, refer to Lug-gage compartment light-ing 33

Turn signal indicatorbulb replacement 139indicator lamp 20

Turn signal indicator, sidebulb replacement 139

Turn signal indicators 70Turning circle, refer to

Dimensions 155TV function, refer to the

Owner's Manual for

Vehiclebattery 145break-in procedures 112dimensions 155leaving the vehicle 61loading 106starting 59washing, refer to the Car-ing for your vehicle bro-chure 71weight 156

Vehicle Memory 58Vehicle storage, refer to the

Warranty and Service GuideBooklet 130

Warranty, refer also to sepa-rate booklet 6

Washer fluidadding 126, 157

Washer fluid reservoir 126volume 126

Washer jets, refer to Wind-shield washer jets 72

Washer/wiper system 71, 72washer fluid 126

Waste tray, refer to

Windshield washer reservoirvolume, seeCapacities 157

Windshield wipers, refer toWasher/wiper system 71

Winter tires 121, 122storing 122

Wiper bladesreplacing 136

Work in the engine compart-ment 123

Wrench, refer to Onboardtool kit 136

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Onboard Computer

UUnderbody protection, refer

to the Caring for your vehi-cle brochure

Unitsaverage fuelconsumption 79temperature 78

Unlockingfrom inside 32from outside 29, 31

VValve

screw caps 142

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Vehicle weight 156Ventilation 90, 94

draft-free 93, 97Viscosity 127Voice Input System 21, 101Voice recognition, refer to

separate Owner's ManualVolume

luggage compartment 156

WWarning and indicator

lamps 18Warning lamp

Please fasten safetybelts 18

Warning messages 76

Ashtray 102Weights 156Wheelbase, refer to Dimen-

sions 155Wheels and tires 116Wheelslip control DSC 81Width, refer to

Dimensions 155Window condensation

removing 93, 96Windows

convenience operation30, 31power 38remote control 29, 30

Windshield washernozzles 72

XXenon lamps

bulb replacement 138


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Refueling

To ensure that you always have conve-nient access to all essential informationwhen you stop for fuel, we recommendthat you fill out the adjoining chart byentering the data that apply to yourvehicle. Consult the index for individualspecifications.

Fuel

Please enter your preferred fuel here.

Engine oil

The oil volume between the two markson the dipstick corresponds to approx.

1 1 US quarts/1 liter

Designation

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1.1 US quarts/1 liter.


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