MOBILITY for Your BMW 2 Series 4 Door First Generation (2014-2021)

MOBILITY  
Refuelling .................................................................................................. 248  
Fuel ............................................................................................................ 250  
Wheels and tyres ..................................................................................... 256  
Engine compartment .............................................................................. 271  
Engine oil .................................................................................................. 274  
Coolant ...................................................................................................... 278  
Maintenance ............................................................................................. 280  
Replacing parts ........................................................................................ 283  
Help in case of a breakdown .................................................................. 291  
General care ............................................................................................. 300  
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Refuelling  
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Refuelling  
Vehicle equipment  
Fuel tank cap  
This chapter describes all standard, country-spe‐  
cific and special equipment available for the  
model series. It may therefore describe equip‐  
ment which is not installed in your vehicle, for ex‐  
ample on account of the optional equipment se‐  
lected or the country variant. This also applies to  
safety-relevant functions and systems. Please  
comply with the relevant laws and regulations  
when using the corresponding functions and  
systems.  
Opening  
1. Briefly press the rear edge of the fuel filler  
flap.  
General  
2. Turn the fuel tank cap anticlockwise.  
Before refuelling, observe the notes on fuel qual‐  
ity, see page 250.  
On vehicles with diesel engines, the fuel filler  
neck is designed for refuelling at diesel pumps.  
Safety note  
NOTE  
If the range drops below 50 km, 30 miles, the  
engine may no longer be supplied with suffi‐  
cient fuel. Engine function is no longer ensured.  
There is a risk of material damage. Refuel in  
good time.  
3. Place the fuel tank cap in the holder on the  
fuel filler flap.  
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Closing  
Safety note  
WARNING  
NOTE  
The retaining strap of the fuel tank cap may be‐  
come trapped and crushed when turning the  
cap to close it. It will then not be possible to  
close the cap properly. Fuel or fuel vapours can  
leak out. There is a danger of injury or damage  
to property. Make sure that the retaining strap  
does not get trapped and crushed when clos‐  
ing the cap.  
Fuels are poisonous and aggressive. Overfilling  
the fuel tank can damage the fuel system. If  
fuel comes into contact with paintwork, it can  
damage it. This pollutes the environment.  
There is a risk of material damage. Avoid over‐  
filling.  
1. Fit the tank cap and turn clockwise until it is  
clearly heard to click into place.  
2. Press on the fuel filler flap until it engages.  
Emergency release  
In certain situations, it may be necessary to un‐  
lock the fuel filler flap manually, for example if  
there is an electrical fault.  
Have the fuel filler flap unlocked by a Service  
Partner of the manufacturer or another qualified  
Service Partner or a specialist workshop.  
Notes when refuelling  
General  
When refuelling, insert the filler nozzle fully into  
the filler neck. Lifting the filler nozzle during refu‐  
elling results in the following:  
▷ The supply of fuel is stopped too soon.  
▷ Fuel vapour recovery is less effective.  
The fuel tank is full when the filler nozzle cuts out  
for the first time.  
Please comply with the safety regulations dis‐  
played at filling stations.  
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Fuel  
The engine has knock control. This means that  
different petrol grades can be used.  
Vehicle equipment  
This chapter describes all standard, country-spe‐  
cific and special equipment available for the  
model series. It may therefore describe equip‐  
ment which is not installed in your vehicle, for ex‐  
ample on account of the optional equipment se‐  
lected or the country variant. This also applies to  
safety-relevant functions and systems. Please  
comply with the relevant laws and regulations  
when using the corresponding functions and  
systems.  
Safety notes  
NOTE  
Even small quantities of the wrong fuel or  
wrong fuel additives can damage the fuel sys‐  
tem and engine. In addition, the catalytic con‐  
verter will be permanently damaged. There is a  
risk of material damage. Do not use the  
following fuel or additives with petrol engines:  
▷ Leaded petrol.  
Fuel quality  
▷ Metallic additives, for example manganese  
or iron.  
After filling with the wrong fuel, do not press  
the start/stop button. Contact a Service Partner  
of the manufacturer or another qualified Service  
Partner or a specialist workshop.  
General  
Depending on the region, many filling stations  
sell fuel that is adapted to winter or summer con‐  
ditions. Fuel that is sold in winter helps with cold  
starting, for example.  
NOTE  
Petrol  
Incorrect fuels can damage the fuel system and  
engine. There is a risk of material damage. Do  
not refuel with fuel with a higher ethanol con‐  
tent than recommended. Do not refuel with fuel  
containing methanol, for example M5 to M100.  
General  
For optimal fuel consumption, the petrol should  
be sulphurfree or have a low sulphur content.  
Fuels labelled on the pump as containing metal  
must not be used.  
You can fill up with fuels with a maximum ethanol  
content of 25 %, for example E10 or E25.  
NOTE  
Fuel below the specified minimum quality can  
adversely affect engine function or lead to en‐  
gine damage. There is a risk of material dam‐  
age. Do not refuel with petrol below the speci‐  
fied minimum quality.  
Petrol grade  
The engine is designed to run on petrol to DIN  
EN 228.  
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Super, RON 95.  
Minimum grade  
Unleaded petrol, RON 91.  
Diesel  
Safety note  
NOTE  
Even small quantities of the wrong fuel or  
wrong fuel additives can damage the fuel sys‐  
tem and engine. There is a risk of material  
damage.  
Note the following with diesel engines:  
▷ Do not fill up with pure methyl ester.  
▷ Only fill up with biodiesel with a maximum  
of B7/7 % according to EN 590.  
▷ Do not fill up with petrol.  
BMW Diesel with  
BluePerformance  
▷ The vehicle manufacturer recommends  
only using diesel additives that have been  
classified as suitable.  
Principle  
After filling with the wrong fuel, do not press  
the start/stop button. Contact a Service Partner  
of the manufacturer or another qualified Service  
Partner or a specialist workshop.  
BMW Diesel with BluePerformance reduces ni‐  
trous oxides in the diesel exhaust by injecting the  
reduction agent AdBlue into the exhaust stream.  
In the catalytic converter, this produces a chemi‐  
cal reaction that minimises the nitrous oxides.  
Diesel quality  
The engine is designed to run on diesel fuel to  
DIN EN 590 and ASTM D975.  
General  
The vehicle features a tank system which can be  
replenished.  
Only refuel with diesel with a sulphur content of  
less than 10 ppm.  
To start the engine normally, sufficient reduction  
agent must be present.  
Only fill up with biodiesel with a maximum of  
B7/7 % according to EN 590.  
AdBlue is a registered trademark of the Verband  
der Automobilindustrie e. V. (VDA).  
Reduction agent is available at many service sta‐  
tions.  
AdBlue at low temperatures  
Due to its physical properties, it is possible that  
reduction agent has to be topped up, even be‐  
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tween maintenance appointments, at tempera‐  
tures below -5 ℃/+23 ℉.  
A yellow warning lamp is illumina‐  
ted in the instrument cluster: fill‐  
ing level too low. Remaining range  
is shown in instrument cluster.  
Immediately top up reduction  
At temperatures below -11 ℃/+12 ℉ the fill level  
cannot be measured. The range displayed may  
reduce significantly.  
agent.  
At low temperatures, only top up with reduction  
agent directly before starting the trip.  
AdBlue on the minimum level  
Remaining range is shown in in‐  
strument cluster. Replenish with  
at least 20 litres, 5.3 gal of reduc‐  
ing agent. Engine continues to  
Heating up the system  
To bring the system to operating temperature af‐  
ter the engine is starting from cold, the Step‐  
tronic transmission then changes later to the  
next gear.  
run, as long as it is not stopped  
and all other operating conditions are met, for ex‐  
ample, enough fuel.  
Display on the Control Display  
Range  
The range until the latest possible top-up time is  
displayed. The amount to top up may be dis‐  
played.  
System fault  
If there is a system fault, a Check Control mes‐  
sage is displayed.  
Visit the nearest Service Partner of the manufac‐  
turer or another qualified Service Partner or a  
specialist workshop.  
Reduction agent can be topped up at any time.  
Via iDrive:  
AdBlue topping up  
BMW recommends having the reduction agent  
replenished by a Service Partner as part of a reg‐  
ular maintenance schedule.  
1. "My Vehicle"  
2. "Vehicle status"  
3. "AdBlue"  
If the filling level is too low, Check Control mes‐  
sage is displayed.  
If you keep to this maintenance schedule, a sin‐  
gle top-up is generally required between the  
maintenance appointments.  
Displays in the instrument  
cluster  
Under certain circumstances, for example due to  
particularly dynamic driving style or operating the  
vehicle with a trailer, topping up between mainte‐  
nance appointments more than once may be  
necessary.  
Reserve level indicator  
The reserve level indicator in the instrument  
cluster informs you of the remaining distance  
which can be travelled with the current level.  
As soon as the reserve level indicator is shown in  
the instrument cluster, have the reduction agent  
topped up, to prevent the vehicle from no longer  
being able to be started.  
Do not completely use up the displayed dis‐  
tance. The engine can no longer be started again  
after it was stopped.  
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agent can also be replenished at a pump dis‐  
penser.  
Topping up AdBlue yourself  
Safety notes  
Top up quantity  
When the reserve level indicator starts, top up at  
least 5 litres, approx. 1.3 gal.  
WARNING  
When the reduction agent container is opened,  
small quantities of ammonia vapours can  
emerge. Ammonia vapours have a pungent  
smell and irritate the skin, mucous membranes  
and eyes. There is a danger of injury. Do not in‐  
hale ammonia vapours. Do not allow reduction  
agent to come into contact with clothing, skin  
or eyes, and do not swallow it. Keep children  
away from reduction agents.  
Indicating top-up quantity  
Precise top-up quantity is shown on Control Dis‐  
play.  
Via iDrive:  
1. "My Vehicle"  
2. "Vehicle status"  
3. "AdBlue"  
Replenishing reduction agent at the  
pump dispenser  
WARNING  
Service products, for example oils, greases,  
coolants and fuels, can contain substances that  
are harmful to health. There is a danger of in‐  
jury or even death. Please comply with the in‐  
structions on the containers. Do not allow serv‐  
ice products to come into contact with clothing,  
skin or eyes. Do not pour service products into  
other bottles. Keep service products out of the  
reach of children.  
General  
When refuelling, insert the filler nozzle fully into  
the filler neck. Lifting the filler nozzle during refu‐  
elling results in the following:  
▷ The supply of fuel is stopped too soon.  
▷ Overflow of reducing agent.  
The tank for the reducing agent is full when the  
filler nozzle cuts out for the first time.  
Depending on the filler nozzle, the tank for the  
reducing agent may not be filled completely.  
NOTE  
The constituents of reduction agent are highly  
aggressive. There is a risk of material damage.  
Avoid contact of reduction agent with surfaces  
of the vehicle.  
Please comply with the safety regulations dis‐  
played at filling stations.  
Suitable AdBlue  
▷ AdBlue of standard ISO 22241-1  
AdBlue is available in various containers. Prefera‐  
bly use the special bottle recommended by  
BMW. With this bottle and its special adapter,  
AdBlue can comfortably be topped up.  
At many service stations, reduction agent is  
available at a special pump dispenser. Reducing  
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Adding reducing agent  
Replenishing diesel exhaust fluid  
using a bottle  
1. Open fuel filler flap, see page 248.  
Top up reduction agent with ignition switched  
on.  
2. Turn the reduction agent tank cap anticlock‐  
wise and remove.  
1. Open fuel filler flap, see page 248.  
2. Turn the reduction agent tank cap anticlock‐  
wise and remove.  
3. Place the fuel tank cap in the holder on the  
fuel filler flap.  
3. Place the fuel tank cap in the holder on the  
fuel filler flap.  
4. Use the pump nozzle to replenish at least the  
recommended top-up quantity, see  
page 253.  
The tank is full when the filler nozzle cuts out  
for the first time.  
4. Fit bottle and turn until it stops, see arrow.  
5. Press down bottle, see arrow.  
The tank in the vehicle is filled.  
5. Put fuel tank cap back on and turn clockwise.  
6. Press on the fuel filler flap until it engages.  
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The tank in the vehicle is filled when the level  
in the bottle does not change any more. It is  
not possible to overfill.  
Safety note  
WARNING  
After filling with an incorrect liquid, the system  
may heat up and catch fire. There is a risk of  
fire and danger of injury. Only fill with liquids  
that are intended for the tank. Do not start the  
engine after filling with an incorrect liquid.  
After filling reduction agent  
Reserve level indicator  
6. Pull back bottle, see arrow, and unscrew.  
After topping up, the reserve level  
indicator continues to be shown  
with remaining range.  
Engine can be started.  
After a journey of several minutes,  
the reserve level indicator goes out.  
AdBlue on the minimum level  
After filling up, the display contin‐  
ues to be shown.  
7. Put fuel tank cap back on and turn clockwise.  
8. Press on the fuel filler flap until it engages.  
Engine can only be started when  
the display is no longer illumina‐  
ted.  
Filling with an incorrect fluid  
General  
1. Switch on the ignition.  
A Check Control message is displayed if the tank  
has been filled with the wrong fluid.  
Display is no longer illuminated after approxi‐  
mately 1 minute.  
If the wrong type of liquid has been added, con‐  
tact a Service Partner of the manufacturer or an‐  
other qualified Service Partner or a specialist  
workshop.  
2. Engine can be started.  
Disposing of bottles  
Bottles for AdBlue can be disposed of at  
a Service Partner of the manufacturer or  
another qualified Service Partner or a  
specialist workshop.  
Only dispose of bottles with normal waste if the  
local regulations permit this.  
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Wheels and tyres  
MOBILITY  
Wheels and tyres  
Tyre inflation pressure  
information  
Vehicle equipment  
This chapter describes all standard, country-spe‐  
cific and special equipment available for the  
model series. It may therefore describe equip‐  
ment which is not installed in your vehicle, for ex‐  
ample on account of the optional equipment se‐  
lected or the country variant. This also applies to  
safety-relevant functions and systems. Please  
comply with the relevant laws and regulations  
when using the corresponding functions and  
systems.  
On the door pillar  
The tyre inflation pressures are shown on the  
door pillar of the driver's door.  
Tyre inflation pressure  
The tyre inflation pressure data is valid for the  
tyre sizes and recommended tyre makes which  
have been classified by the vehicle manufacturer  
as suitable for the vehicle concerned.  
General  
The tyre inflation pressure and tyre condition in‐  
fluence the following:  
▷ Lifetime of the tyre.  
▷ Driving safety.  
If the tyre's speed code cannot be found, then  
the tyre inflation pressure for the corresponding  
tyre size applies.  
▷ Driving comfort.  
▷ Driving dynamics.  
▷ Fuel consumption.  
The tyre inflation pressures stated for the re‐  
spective load conditions apply depending on the  
vehicle's actual load condition. Example: for a  
partially loaded vehicle, the optimum tyre inflation  
pressure is the one stated for a partially loaded  
vehicle.  
Safety note  
WARNING  
More information regarding wheels and tyres can  
be obtained from a Service Partner of the manu‐  
facturer or another qualified Service Partner or a  
specialist workshop.  
A tyre with too little or no tyre inflation pressure  
can heat up significantly and sustain damage.  
Handling characteristics, for example steering  
and braking, will be impaired as a result. There  
is a risk of accident. Check the tyre inflation  
pressure regularly and adjust as necessary, for  
example twice a month or before any long jour‐  
ney.  
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▷ If the vehicle has not moved again for at least  
2 hours after a journey.  
For Australia/New Zealand  
1. Determine the specified tyre inflation pres‐  
sures for the tyres when fitted to the vehicle.  
WARNING  
The inflation pressures on the tyre label are ap‐  
plicable only for tyres explicitly mentioned on  
the label. Inflation pressures for tyres that may  
be covered by the label – by size, speed cate‐  
gory and load rating/load index – but not explic‐  
itly mentioned on the label may be different.  
Please obtain adequate inflation pressures in  
accordance with the tyre manufacturer's speci‐  
fications from your tyre dealer.  
2. Check the tyre inflation pressure in all four  
tyres, using a pressure gauge, for example.  
3. Correct the tyre inflation pressure if the cur‐  
rent tyre inflation pressure deviates from the  
specified tyre inflation pressure.  
4. Check whether all valve caps are screwed  
onto the tyre valves.  
After adjusting the tyre inflation  
pressure  
For the runflat indicator RPA: reinitialise the run‐  
flat indicator RPA.  
Checking the tyre inflation  
pressure  
For the Tyre Pressure Monitor TPM: reset the  
Tyre Pressure Monitor TPM.  
General  
Tyres heat up while driving. The tyre inflation  
pressure increases with the temperature of the  
tyre.  
Speed code  
Tyres have a natural, uniform loss of tyre inflation  
pressure.  
Designation  
Maximum speed  
Q
R
S
T
H
F
up to 160 km/h, 100 mph  
up to 170 km/h/106 mph  
up to 180 km/h/112 mph  
up to 190 km/h/118 mph  
up to 210 km/h/131 mph  
up to 240 km/h/150 mph  
up to 270 km/h/167 mph  
up to 300 km/h/186 mph  
Inflating devices can display a pressure that may  
be up to 0.1 bar too low.  
Checking using tyre inflation  
pressure inscriptions on the door  
pillar  
The tyre inflation pressure inscriptions on the  
tyre inflation pressure sign on the door pillar only  
relate to cold tyres or tyres at the same tempera‐  
ture as the ambient temperature.  
W
Y
Only check the tyre inflation pressures when the  
tyres are cold, i.e.:  
▷ If the vehicle has been driven a distance of no  
more than 2 km, 1.25 miles.  
Tyre tread  
Summer tyres  
The tyre tread depth should not be less than  
3 mm, 0.12 in, otherwise there is a high risk of  
aquaplaning.  
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Winter tyres  
Safety notes  
The tyre tread depth should not be less than  
4 mm, 0.16 in, otherwise the vehicle's suitability  
for winter use is restricted.  
WARNING  
If the tyres are damaged, the tyre inflation pres‐  
sure may be reduced, which in turn could  
cause you to lose control of the vehicle. There  
is a risk of accident. If you suspect tyre damage  
while you are driving, immediately reduce  
speed and bring the vehicle to a stop. Have the  
wheels and tyres checked. To do so, carefully  
drive to a Service Partner of the manufacturer  
or another qualified Service Partner or a spe‐  
cialist workshop. If necessary, have the vehicle  
towed or transported there. Do not repair dam‐  
aged tyres. Have them replaced.  
Minimum tread depth  
Wear displays are distributed across the tyre cir‐  
cumference and have the legally prescribed min‐  
imum height of 1.6 mm, 0.06 in.  
WARNING  
Tyres can become damaged by running over  
obstacles, for example kerbs or road damage,  
at high speed. Larger wheels have a smaller  
tyre cross-section. The smaller the tyre cross-  
section, the higher the risk of tyre damage.  
There is a danger of accidents and damage to  
property. If possible, drive around obstacles or  
drive over them slowly and carefully.  
The positions of the wear indicators are identi‐  
fied on the tyre's side wall by TWI, Tread Wear  
Indicator.  
Tyre damage  
General  
Inspect tyres regularly for damage, the presence  
of foreign bodies and wear.  
Age of tyres  
Vehicle behaviour that may indicate tyre damage  
or other faults:  
Recommendation  
Irrespective of the tyre tread depth, change tyres  
after 6 years at the latest.  
▷ Unusual vibrations.  
▷ Unusual tyre or running noises.  
▷ Unusual vehicle response, such as pro‐  
nounced pulling to the left or right.  
Date of manufacture  
The date of manufacture of the tyre is indicated  
on the tyre sidewall.  
Damage can be caused by the following situa‐  
tions, for example:  
▷ Driving over kerbs.  
Designation  
Date of manufacture  
▷ Road damage.  
DOT … 2119  
21st week of 2019  
▷ Insufficient tyre inflation pressure.  
▷ Overloading the vehicle.  
▷ Incorrect tyre storage.  
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aged, refit the same wheel/tyre combination as  
the original.  
Replacement of wheels and  
tyres  
Recommended makes of tyre  
Fitting  
Have the wheel fitted and balanced by a Service  
Partner of the manufacturer or another qualified  
Service Partner or a specialist workshop.  
Wheel/tyre combination  
General  
Information on the correct wheel/tyre combina‐  
tion and rim designs for the vehicle can be ob‐  
tained from a Service Partner of the manufac‐  
turer or another qualified Service Partner or a  
specialist workshop.  
Certain makes of tyre are recommended by the  
manufacturer of the vehicle for each tyre size.  
The tyre brands can be identified by a star on the  
side wall of the tyre.  
Safety notes  
New tyres  
Due to the manufacturing process, new tyres do  
not achieve their full road grip immediately.  
WARNING  
Wheels and tyres that are not suitable for your  
vehicle can damage parts of the vehicle. For ex‐  
ample they could come into contact with the  
bodywork on account of their dimensional tol‐  
erances, despite having the same nominal size.  
There is a risk of accident. The manufacturer of  
the vehicle recommends using wheels and  
tyres that have been categorised as suitable for  
the vehicle concerned.  
Drive moderately for the first 300 km, 200 miles.  
Retreaded tyres  
WARNING  
Retreaded tyres may have different tyre car‐  
casses. Their durability may be reduced with  
increasing age. There is a risk of accident. Do  
not use retreaded tyres.  
WARNING  
The vehicle manufacturer advises against the  
use of retreaded tyres.  
Incorrect wheel/tyre combinations impair the  
vehicle's handling characteristics and interfere  
with the proper functioning of various systems,  
such as the Anti-lock Brake System or Dy‐  
namic Stability Control. There is a risk of acci‐  
dent. To maintain good vehicle handling, al‐  
ways fit tyres of the same make and tread  
pattern to all wheels. The manufacturer of the  
vehicle recommends using wheels and tyres  
that have been categorised as suitable for the  
vehicle concerned. After a tyre has been dam‐  
Winter tyres  
Winter tyres are recommended if driving in winter  
conditions.  
Although tyres known as all-season tyres with an  
M+S label have better winter characteristics than  
summer tyres, they do not normally match the  
performance of winter tyres.  
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Maximum speed of winter tyres  
Storing tyres  
If the vehicle is capable of maximum speeds  
higher than the speed permitted for the winter  
tyres, an information label stating the maximum  
permitted speed for the tyres fitted must be dis‐  
played in the driver's field of view. The label is  
available from a Service Partner of the manufac‐  
turer or another qualified Service Partner or a  
specialist workshop.  
Tyre inflation pressure  
Do not exceed the maximum tyre inflation pres‐  
sure indicated on the tyre's side wall.  
Tyre storage  
Store wheels and tyres in a cool, dry and dark  
place when not in use.  
If winter tyres are fitted, observe and do not ex‐  
ceed the respectively permitted maximum  
speed.  
Protect the tyres against contamination from oil,  
grease and solvents.  
Do not leave tyres in plastic bags.  
Remove dirt from the wheels or tyres.  
Replacing run-flat tyres  
For your own safety, only use run-flat tyres.  
There is no spare wheel available in the event of  
a breakdown. Additional information is available  
from a Service Partner of the manufacturer or an‐  
other qualified Service Partner or a specialist  
workshop.  
Run-flat tyres  
Principle  
In the event of a complete loss of tyre inflation  
pressure, run-flat tyres enable you to continue  
driving, with certain restrictions.  
Swapping over front and rear  
wheels  
General  
The wheels are fitted with tyres which are self-  
supporting to a limited degree. They may also  
have special rims.  
WARNING  
Swapping over of wheels between axles on ve‐  
hicles with different tyre sizes or rim dimen‐  
sions on the front and rear axles may cause tyre  
damage and damage to the vehicle. There is a  
risk of accident. Do not swap over wheels be‐  
tween axles on vehicles with different tyre sizes  
or rim dimensions on the front and rear axles.  
The reinforced side wall means that the tyre  
keeps the vehicle mobile to a degree even if tyre  
inflation pressure has been lost.  
Observe the notes on continuing to drive with a  
flat tyre.  
Different tyre tread wear patterns occur on the  
wheels of the front and rear axles, depending on  
the individual operating conditions. To achieve  
even wear, the tyres can be swapped over in  
pairs between the axles. Additional information is  
available from a Service Partner of the manufac‐  
turer or another qualified Service Partner or a  
specialist workshop. After swapping over, check  
the tyre inflation pressure and adjust if neces‐  
sary.  
Safety notes  
WARNING  
A run-flat tyre which has low tyre inflation pres‐  
sure or no tyre inflation pressure at all will  
change the vehicle's handling characteristics,  
for example there may be reduced directional  
stability when braking, longer braking distances  
and different self-steering characteristics.  
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There is a risk of accident. Drive with care and  
do not exceed a speed of 80 km/h, 50 mph.  
▷ Set up the warning triangle an appropriate  
distance away.  
Mobility System  
WARNING  
Continuing to drive with a flat tyre can result in  
heavy trailers starting to slalom. There is a dan‐  
ger of accidents or damage to property. When  
driving with a trailer and a flat tyre, do not ex‐  
ceed the speed of 60 km/h, 35 mph. If the  
trailer starts to snake, brake immediately and  
make the necessary steering corrections as  
carefully as possible.  
Principle  
With the Mobility System, minor tyre damage  
can be quickly sealed, to allow you to drive on.  
For this purpose, liquid sealant is pumped into  
the tyres which encloses the damage from the  
inside when it hardens.  
General  
▷ Please observe the notes on the application  
of the Mobility System which are on the com‐  
pressor and the sealant container.  
Label  
▷ Applying the Mobility System can be ineffec‐  
tive for tyre damage larger than approximately  
4 mm.  
▷ Contact a Service Partner of the manufac‐  
turer or another qualified Service Partner or a  
specialist workshop if you are unable to put  
the tyre back in operation.  
▷ Foreign bodies that have penetrated the tyre  
should remain inside the tyre. Only remove  
foreign objects if they are visibly protruding  
from the tyre.  
The tyres are identified on the tyre's side wall by  
RSC Runflat System Component.  
▷ Remove the speed limit sticker from the seal‐  
ant container and attach to the steering  
wheel.  
Remedying flat tyres  
Safety measures  
▷ Park the vehicle on a firm surface and as far  
away from moving traffic as possible.  
▷ Using sealants can damage the TPM wheel  
electronics. In this case, have the TPM wheel  
electronics replaced at the next opportunity.  
▷ The compressor can be used to check the  
tyre inflation pressure.  
▷ Switch on the hazard warning lights.  
▷ Apply the parking brake to prevent the vehi‐  
cle rolling away.  
Storage  
The Mobility System is located under the boot  
floor.  
▷ Engage the steering wheel lock with the  
wheels in the straight-ahead position.  
▷ Have all vehicle occupants get out of the ve‐  
hicle and guide them out of the danger area,  
for example behind the crash barrier.  
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▷ Engage the steering wheel lock with the  
wheels in the straight-ahead position.  
Sealant container  
▷ Have all vehicle occupants get out of the ve‐  
hicle and guide them out of the danger area,  
for example behind the crash barrier.  
▷ Set up the warning triangle an appropriate  
distance away.  
Filling with sealing compound  
Safety notes  
▷ Sealant container, arrow 1.  
▷ Filler hose, arrow 2.  
DANGER  
Note the use-by date on the sealant container.  
A blocked exhaust pipe or inadequate ventila‐  
tion can allow harmful exhaust fumes to enter  
the vehicle. The exhaust fumes contain pollu‐  
tants which are colourless and odourless. In en‐  
closed spaces, exhaust fumes can also build up  
outside the vehicle. There is a danger of fatal  
injury. Keep the exhaust pipe clear and ensure  
sufficient ventilation.  
Compressor  
NOTE  
The compressor can overheat if operated for  
too long. There is a risk of material damage. Do  
not let the compressor run for longer than  
10 minutes.  
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
On/Off button  
Sealant container holder  
Reduce tyre inflation pressure button  
Tyre inflation pressure indicator  
Compressor  
Filling  
1. Shake the sealant container.  
Plug/cable for socket  
Connecting hose — saved in the compressor  
floor  
Safety measures  
▷ Park the vehicle on a firm surface and as far  
away from moving traffic as possible.  
▷ Switch on the hazard warning lights.  
▷ Apply the parking brake to prevent the vehi‐  
cle rolling away.  
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2. Take the connecting hose entirely from the  
compressor housing. Do not kink the hose.  
5. Remove the valve cap from the tyre valve and  
screw the connecting tube onto the tyre valve  
of the faulty wheel.  
3. Plug the connecting hose onto the connector  
of the sealant container until it clicks.  
6. Insert the plug into a socket in the vehicle  
while the compressor is switched off.  
4. Push the sealant container upright into the  
bracket on the compressor housing, until it  
clicks.  
7. Switch on the compressor when the ignition  
is switched on or the engine is running.  
Let the compressor run for approximately 10 mi‐  
nutes to fill the sealing compound and achieve a  
tyre inflation pressure of approximately 2.5 bar.  
The tyre inflation pressure may rise to approxi‐  
mately 5 bar during the filling process of the  
sealing compound. Do not switch off the com‐  
pressor during this step.  
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If it does not reach a tyre inflation pressure of  
2 bar:  
Correcting the tyre inflation  
pressure  
1. Switch off compressor.  
1. Stop in a suitable area.  
2. Unplug the connector from the socket in the  
vehicle interior.  
2. Screw connecting hose onto the tyre valve.  
3. Unscrew the filler hose from the tyre valve.  
4. Drive forwards and backwards by 10 m,  
400 inches, to distribute the sealant in the  
tyre.  
5. Re-inflate the tyre with the compressor.  
Contact a Service Partner of the manufac‐  
turer or another qualified Service Partner or a  
specialist workshop if the device does not  
reach a tyre inflation pressure of 2 bar.  
3. Plug the connecting hose directly into the  
compressor.  
Storing Mobility system  
1. Pull the connecting tube of the sealant con‐  
tainer off the tyre valve.  
2. Unplug the compressor connector from the  
socket in the vehicle interior.  
3. Pull the connecting hose off the sealant con‐  
tainer.  
4. Pack and stow the sealant container and the  
connecting tube to avoid soiling the boot.  
4. Insert the plug into the socket in the vehicle  
interior.  
5. Stow the Mobility System in the boot again.  
Spreading sealant compound  
Immediately drive for approximately  
10 km/5 miles to evenly distribute the sealing  
compound in the tyre.  
Do not exceed the permissible maximum speed  
of 80 km/h/50 mph.  
If possible, do not drive slower than  
20 km/h/12 mph.  
5. Correct tyre inflation pressure to 2.5 bar.  
▷ To increase the tyre inflation pressure:  
switch on the compressor with the engine  
running or the ignition switched on.  
▷ To reduce tyre inflation pressure: press  
the button on the compressor.  
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Resuming with journey  
Use  
Do not exceed maximum permitted speed of  
80 km/h, 50 mph.  
Snow chains may only be used in pairs on the  
rear wheels with tyres of the following sizes:  
Reinitialise the runflat indicator RPA.  
Reset the Tyre Pressure Monitor TPM.  
▷ 205/55 R 16.  
▷ 205/50 R 17.  
▷ 225/45 R 17.  
▷ 225/40 R 18.  
Have the faulty tyre and the sealant container of  
the Mobility System replaced at the next oppor‐  
tunity.  
Observe the snow chain manufacturer's instruc‐  
tions.  
Do not initialise the runflat indicator RPA with  
snow chains fitted, as it may give incorrect read‐  
ings.  
Snow chains  
Safety notes  
WARNING  
Do not reset the Tyre Pressure Monitor TPM  
with snow chains fitted, as it may give incorrect  
readings.  
If snow chains are fitted to unsuitable tyres, the  
snow chains can come into contact with vehicle  
parts. There is a danger of accidents or dam‐  
age to property. Only fit snow chains on tyres  
that the manufacturer has approved as being  
suitable for snow chains.  
When driving with snow chains, briefly activate  
Dynamic Traction Control DTC briefly if neces‐  
sary.  
Maximum speed with snow  
chains  
When snow chains are fitted, do not exceed  
50 km/h, 30 mph.  
WARNING  
Insufficiently tensioned snow chains can dam‐  
age tyres and vehicle components. There is a  
danger of accidents or damage to property. En‐  
sure that snow chains are always adequately  
tensioned. Re-tension them if necessary in ac‐  
cordance with the snow chain manufacturer's  
instructions.  
Wheel change  
General  
For run-flat tyres or when using a flat tyre kit, it is  
not always necessary to change a wheel immedi‐  
ately if tyre inflation pressure is lost due to a flat  
tyre.  
Fine-link snow chains  
If required, the tools for changing wheels are  
available as optional accessories from a Service  
Partner of the manufacturer, another qualified  
Service Partner or a specialist workshop.  
The vehicle manufacturer recommends using  
fine-link snow chains. Certain fine-link snow  
chains have been tested, found safe for use in  
traffic and categorised as suitable by the manu‐  
facturer of the vehicle.  
Information regarding suitable snow chains is  
available from a Service Partner of the manufac‐  
turer or another qualified Service Partner or a  
specialist workshop.  
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Safety notes  
WARNING  
The jack is only optimised for raising the vehi‐  
cle and for use with the jacking points on the  
vehicle. There is a danger of injury. Do not lift  
another vehicle or other items with the jack.  
DANGER  
The jack is only intended for raising the vehicle  
briefly during a wheel change. Even if the safety  
measures are complied with, there is a risk of  
the raised vehicle falling over due to the jack  
slipping. There is a danger of injury or even  
death. If the vehicle is raised with the jack, do  
not lie underneath the vehicle and do not start  
the engine.  
WARNING  
If the jack has not been guided into the jacking  
point provided, the vehicle might be damaged  
when the jack is extended, or the jack could  
slip. There is a danger of injury or damage to  
property. When extending, make sure that the  
jack is guided into the jacking point adjacent to  
the wheelhouse.  
DANGER  
Supports such as wooden blocks under the ve‐  
hicle jack can prevent it from achieving its load  
capacity due to the restricted height. The load  
capacity of the wooden blocks may be excee‐  
ded, causing the vehicle to tip over. There is a  
danger of injury or even death. Do not place  
supports under the vehicle jack.  
WARNING  
A vehicle raised with a jack can fall from the  
jack if lateral forces are applied. There is a dan‐  
ger of injury and damage to property. If the ve‐  
hicle is raised, do not apply any lateral forces to  
the vehicle or pull the vehicle with sudden  
movements. Have any wheel that is jammed re‐  
moved by a Service Partner of the manufac‐  
turer or another qualified Service Partner or a  
specialist workshop.  
WARNING  
The jack, issued by the vehicle manufacturer, is  
provided in order to perform a wheel change in  
the event of a breakdown. The jack is not de‐  
signed for frequent use; for example, changing  
from summer to winter tyres. Using the jack  
frequently may cause it to become jammed or  
damaged. There is a danger of injury and dam‐  
age to property. Only use the jack to change an  
emergency wheel or a spare wheel in the event  
of a flat tyre.  
Vehicle jack: Australian/New Zealand  
standard AS/NZS 2693  
2007 – "Vehicle jacks" contains the following  
warning note, which BMW hereby adopts: "...  
no person should place any portion of their  
body under a vehicle that is supported by a  
jack".  
WARNING  
The jack supplied with your vehicle should not  
be used for any purpose other than wheel  
changing and should never be used in conjunc‐  
tion with a vehicle support stand. Raising the  
vehicle for the purpose of inspection should  
only be performed in a controlled workshop en‐  
vironment on a hoist by trained personnel.  
On soft, uneven or slippery ground, for exam‐  
ple, snow, ice, tiles or similar, the jack may slip.  
There is a danger of injury. Perform the wheel  
change on a level, firm and non-slip surface if at  
all possible.  
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The following warning instructions from stand‐  
ard AS/NZS 2693:2007 are repeated here: the  
jack should be used on level firm ground wher‐  
ever possible. It is recommended that the  
wheels of the vehicle be chocked, and that no  
person should remain in a vehicle that is being  
jacked.  
On a slight downhill slope  
The jack of your BMW is maintenance-free.  
Please observe the information marked on the  
jack.  
If it is necessary to change a wheel on a slight  
downhill slope, place chocks and other suitable  
objects, for example stones, under the wheels of  
the front and rear axles in the opposite direction  
to the direction of roll.  
Protecting the vehicle against  
rolling  
General  
The vehicle manufacturer recommends that the  
vehicle should additionally be protected against  
rolling away during a wheel change.  
Thiefproof wheel studs  
Principle  
The wheel locking bolts have a special coding.  
The blots can only be released with the adapter  
that matches the coding.  
On a level surface  
Overview  
The adapter of the thiefproof wheel studs can be  
found in the on-board tool kit or in an oddments  
tray in the on-board tool kit.  
Place chocks or other suitable objects, such as a  
stone, in front of and behind the wheel directly  
opposite to the one being changed.  
▷ Wheel stud, arrow 1.  
▷ Adapter, arrow 2.  
Unscrewing  
1. Place the adapter on the wheel stud.  
2. Unscrew the wheel stud.  
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3. After unscrewing the wheel stud, remove the  
adapter again.  
Jacking points  
Screwing on  
1. Place the adapter on the wheel stud. If nec‐  
essary, turn the adapter until it fits on the  
wheel stud.  
2. Screw on the wheel stud. The tightening tor‐  
que is 140 Nm.  
3. After screwing on the wheel stud, remove the  
adapter again and stow it.  
The jacking points are located in the marked po‐  
sitions.  
Preparing the vehicle  
▷ Park the vehicle on firm and non-slip ground  
at a safe distance from traffic.  
▷ Switch on the hazard warning lights.  
▷ Apply the parking brake.  
▷ Engage a gear or select selector lever posi‐  
tion P.  
▷ As soon as the traffic permits, have all vehicle  
occupants get out of the vehicle and guide  
them out of the danger area, for example be‐  
hind the crash barrier.  
▷ Depending on the equipment, take the wheel  
change tools and, if necessary, the emer‐  
gency wheel out of the vehicle.  
▷ If applicable, set up warning triangle or flash‐  
ing light at the correct distance.  
▷ Additionally protect the vehicle against rolling  
away.  
▷ Undo the wheel studs by half a turn.  
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4. Remove your hand from the jack as soon as  
the jack is under load and continue to turn  
the jack crank or lever with one hand.  
Raising vehicle  
WARNING  
5. Make sure that the base of the vehicle jack is  
extended perpendicular to and at right angles  
underneath the jacking point.  
Your hands or fingers could get trapped when  
using the jack. There is a danger of injury. Keep  
your hands in the described position when us‐  
ing the jack, and do not change this position.  
1. Use one hand to secure the jack, arrow 1, and  
your other hand to grip the jack crank, ar‐  
row 2.  
6. Make sure that the base of the jack is exten‐  
ded perpendicular to and at right angles be‐  
low the jacking point.  
2. Guide the jack into the rectangular recess of  
the jacking point closest to the wheel to be  
changed.  
7. Raise by cranking until the jack is supported  
on the ground with its entire surface and the  
wheel in question is at most 3 cm, 1.2 inches  
off the ground.  
Fitting a wheel  
Only fit one emergency wheel at most, as re‐  
quired.  
3. Turn the jack crank or lever clockwise to ex‐  
tend the jack.  
1. Unscrew the wheel studs.  
2. Remove the wheel.  
3. Put on the new wheel or emergency wheel  
and tighten at least two wheel studs cross‐  
wise until finger-tight.  
If non-original light alloy wheels not from the  
vehicle manufacturer are fitted, the wheel  
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studs belonging to the wheels may also have  
to be used.  
4. Tighten the remaining wheel studs until fin‐  
ger-tight and then tighten all the wheel studs  
crosswise.  
5. Turn the jack crank anticlockwise to retract  
the jack and lower the vehicle.  
6. Remove the jack and stow it securely.  
After changing the wheel  
1. Tighten the wheel studs crosswise. The  
tightening torque is 140 Nm, 101 lb ft.  
2. Stow the faulty wheel in the boot, if neces‐  
sary.  
Due to its size, the faulty wheel cannot be ac‐  
commodated under the boot floor.  
3. Check tyre inflation pressure at the next op‐  
portunity and correct as necessary.  
4. Reinitialise the runflat indicator RPA.  
Reset the Tyre Pressure Monitor TPM.  
5. Check the tight fit of the wheel studs using a  
calibrated torque wrench.  
6. Drive to the nearest Service Partner of the  
manufacturer or another qualified Service  
Partner or a specialist workshop to have the  
damaged tyre replaced.  
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Engine compartment  
ample on account of the optional equipment se‐  
lected or the country variant. This also applies to  
safety-relevant functions and systems. Please  
comply with the relevant laws and regulations  
when using the corresponding functions and  
systems.  
Vehicle equipment  
This chapter describes all standard, country-spe‐  
cific and special equipment available for the  
model series. It may therefore describe equip‐  
ment which is not installed in your vehicle, for ex‐  
Overview  
1
2
3
4
5
Starting assistance, negative battery terminal  
Vehicle identification number  
6
7
Oil filler neck  
Coolant tank  
Filler neck for washing fluid  
In 6-cylinder and diesel engines, the coolant  
tank is located on the opposite side of the en‐  
gine compartment.  
Starting assistance, positive battery terminal  
Engine compartment fuse box  
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Bonnet  
WARNING  
Parts of the body can become trapped when  
opening and closing the bonnet. There is a  
danger of injury. When opening and closing,  
make sure that the area of movement of the  
bonnet is kept clear.  
Safety notes  
WARNING  
Incorrectly performed work in the engine com‐  
partment can damage components and poses  
a safety risk. There is a danger of accidents or  
damage to property. Have work in the engine  
compartment undertaken by a Service Partner  
of the manufacturer or another qualified Service  
Partner or a specialist workshop.  
NOTE  
Wipers that are folded away from the wind‐  
screen can become trapped if the bonnet is  
opened. There is a risk of material damage. Be‐  
fore opening the bonnet, make sure that the  
wipers with wiper blades fitted are in contact  
with the windscreen.  
WARNING  
The engine compartment contains moving  
components. Certain components in the en‐  
gine compartment can also move when the ve‐  
hicle is switched off, for example the radiator  
fan. There is a danger of injury. Do not reach  
into an area where there are moving parts.  
Keep articles of clothing and hair away from  
moving parts.  
NOTE  
When closing, the bonnet must lock into place  
on both sides. Applying additional pressure can  
damage the bonnet. There is a risk of material  
damage. Open the bonnet again and close it  
firmly. Avoid applying additional pressure.  
Open the bonnet  
1. Pull the lever, arrow 1.  
The bonnet is released.  
WARNING  
The bonnet has protruding parts on the inside,  
for example locking hooks. There is a danger of  
injury. When the bonnet is open, watch out for  
protruding parts and keep these areas clear.  
WARNING  
If the bonnet is not correctly locked, it can  
come open during the journey and impair visi‐  
bility. There is a risk of accident. Stop immedi‐  
ately and close the bonnet correctly.  
2. After releasing the lever, pull the lever again,  
arrow 2.  
The bonnet is opened.  
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Indicator and warning lamps  
With the bonnet unlocked, a Check Control mes‐  
sage is shown.  
Closing the bonnet  
Allow the bonnet to drop from a height of ap‐  
proximately 50 cm, 20 in.  
The bonnet must engage on both sides.  
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Engine oil  
Vehicle equipment  
NOTE  
Too much engine oil can damage the engine or  
the catalytic converter. There is a risk of mate‐  
rial damage. Do not add too much engine oil. If  
there is too much engine oil, have the engine  
oil level corrected by a Service Partner of the  
manufacturer or another qualified Service Part‐  
ner or a specialist workshop.  
This chapter describes all standard, country-spe‐  
cific and special equipment available for the  
model series. It may therefore describe equip‐  
ment which is not installed in your vehicle, for ex‐  
ample on account of the optional equipment se‐  
lected or the country variant. This also applies to  
safety-relevant functions and systems. Please  
comply with the relevant laws and regulations  
when using the corresponding functions and  
systems.  
Electronic oil measurement  
General  
General  
Electronic oil measurement uses two measuring  
methods:  
Engine oil consumption depends on the driving  
style and operating conditions.  
▷ Monitoring.  
Therefore check the engine oil level regularly  
each time you fill up with fuel by taking a detailed  
measurement.  
▷ Detailed measurement.  
When frequently making short trips or using a  
dynamic driving style, for example taking corners  
at high speed, perform a detailed measurement  
at regular intervals.  
Engine oil consumption may increase due to the  
following, for example:  
▷ Dynamic driving style.  
▷ Running in the engine.  
Monitoring  
Principle  
▷ Engine idling.  
▷ Use of engine oil grades rated as unsuitable.  
The engine oil level is monitored electronically  
during the journey and can be shown on the  
Control Display.  
Different Check Control messages are shown on  
the Control Display, depending on the engine oil  
level.  
If the engine oil level is outside its permissible  
operating range, a Check Control message is  
shown.  
Safety notes  
Operating requirements  
A current measurement is available after approxi‐  
mately 30 minutes of normal driving.  
NOTE  
Too little engine oil causes engine damage.  
There is a risk of material damage. Top up with  
engine oil immediately.  
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Displaying the engine oil level  
Via iDrive:  
Carrying out a detailed  
measurement  
Via iDrive:  
1. "My Vehicle"  
1. "My Vehicle"  
2. "Vehicle status"  
2. "Vehicle status"  
3.  
"Engine oil level"  
3.  
"Engine oil level"  
The engine oil level is displayed.  
4. "Measure engine oil level"  
5. "Start measurement"  
System limits  
When frequently making short trips or using a  
dynamic driving style, it may not be possible to  
measure the oil level. In this case, the measure‐  
ment for the last, sufficiently long journey is dis‐  
played.  
The engine oil level is checked and shown on a  
scale.  
Adding engine oil  
Detailed measurement  
Principle  
The engine oil level is checked when the vehicle  
is stationary and is shown on a scale.  
General  
Do not top up engine oil unless a message is dis‐  
played in the instrument cluster. The top-up  
amount is specified in the message on the in‐  
strument cluster.  
If the engine oil level is outside its permissible  
operating range, a Check Control message is  
shown.  
Only replenish with suitable types of engine oil,  
see page 276.  
Safely park the vehicle and switch off the ignition  
before replenishing the engine oil.  
General  
Do not add too much engine oil.  
During measurement, the idle speed is increased  
slightly.  
Safety notes  
Operating requirements  
WARNING  
▷ Vehicle is standing on level ground.  
Service products, for example oils, greases,  
coolants and fuels, can contain substances that  
are harmful to health. There is a danger of in‐  
jury or even death. Please comply with the in‐  
structions on the containers. Do not allow serv‐  
ice products to come into contact with clothing,  
skin or eyes. Do not pour service products into  
other bottles. Keep service products out of the  
reach of children.  
▷ Manual gearbox: gear lever in neutral position,  
clutch and accelerator pedal not pressed.  
▷ Steptronic transmission: selector lever in se‐  
lector lever position N or P and accelerator  
pedal not pressed.  
▷ Engine is running and is at operating temper‐  
ature.  
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NOTE  
Engine oil grades for  
topping up  
Too little engine oil causes engine damage.  
There is a risk of material damage. Top up with  
engine oil immediately.  
General  
Engine oil quality is a crucial factor determining  
the lifetime of the engine.  
NOTE  
Only replenish with the types of engine oil that  
are listed.  
Too much engine oil can damage the engine or  
the catalytic converter. There is a risk of mate‐  
rial damage. Do not add too much engine oil. If  
there is too much engine oil, have the engine  
oil level corrected by a Service Partner of the  
manufacturer or another qualified Service Part‐  
ner or a specialist workshop.  
Some engine oil grades may not be available in  
all countries.  
Safety notes  
NOTE  
Oil additives can damage the engine. There is a  
risk of material damage. Do not use oil addi‐  
tives.  
Overview  
The oil filler neck is in the engine compartment,  
see page 271.  
Adding engine oil  
NOTE  
1. Open the bonnet, see page 272.  
Using the wrong engine oil can result in engine  
malfunctions and damage. There is a risk of  
material damage. When selecting the engine  
oil, make sure that the engine oil corresponds  
to the oil specification.  
2. Turn the cap anticlockwise to open.  
Suitable engine oil grades  
Replenish with engine oils with the following oil  
specifications.  
Petrol engine  
3. Add engine oil.  
4. Tighten cap.  
BMW Longlife-04.  
BMW Longlife-12 FE.  
BMW Longlife-17 FE+.  
Diesel engine  
BMW Longlife-04.  
BMW Longlife-12 FE.  
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The oil specification BMW Longlife-12 FE is not  
suitable for 25d, 35d, 40d or 50d diesel engines.  
Oil change  
Alternative engine oil grades  
NOTE  
If suitable engine oils are not available, up to 1 li‐  
tre, 2 pints, of an engine oil with the following oil  
specification can be used for topping up:  
Not changing the engine oil in time may result  
in increased engine wear and thus engine dam‐  
age. There is a risk of material damage. Do not  
exceed the service date indicated in the vehi‐  
cle.  
Petrol engine  
ACEA C2.  
The manufacturer of the vehicle recommends  
having the engine oil changed by a Service Part‐  
ner of the manufacturer or another qualified  
Service Partner or a specialist workshop.  
ACEA C3.  
Diesel engine  
ACEA C2.  
ACEA C3.  
Viscosity classes  
When selecting an engine oil, make sure that the  
engine oil belongs to one of the following viscos‐  
ity classes:  
Viscosity classes  
SAE 0W-20.  
SAE 5W-20.  
SAE 0W-30.  
SAE 5W-30.  
SAE 0W-40.  
SAE 5W-40.  
Viscosity classes SAE 0W-20 and SAE 5W-20  
are not suitable for diesel engines.  
Viscosity classes with a high viscosity grade can  
increase fuel consumption.  
Further information on suitable oil specifications  
and engine oil viscosity classes can be obtained  
from a Service Partner of the manufacturer or an‐  
other qualified Service Partner or a specialist  
workshop.  
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MOBILITY  
Coolant  
Vehicle equipment  
WARNING  
Additives are harmful to health and using the  
wrong additives can damage the engine. There  
is a danger of injury and damage to property.  
Do not allow additives to come into contact  
with clothing, skin or eyes, and do not swallow  
them. Only use suitable additives.  
This chapter describes all standard, country-spe‐  
cific and special equipment available for the  
model series. It may therefore describe equip‐  
ment which is not installed in your vehicle, for ex‐  
ample on account of the optional equipment se‐  
lected or the country variant. This also applies to  
safety-relevant functions and systems. Please  
comply with the relevant laws and regulations  
when using the corresponding functions and  
systems.  
Coolant level  
General  
General  
The coolant level is shown by Min and Max  
marks. The Min and Max marks are located in  
different positions depending on the coolant  
tank.  
Vehicles with 30i or 40i petrol engines feature  
two coolant tanks that are located in the engine  
compartment.  
To guarantee operational safety of the vehicle,  
always check the coolant levels of both coolant  
tanks.  
Principle  
Depending on the engine version, the coolant  
tank is located on the right or left of the engine  
compartment.  
Not all commercially available additives are suita‐  
ble for the vehicle. Information regarding suitable  
additives is available from a Service Partner of  
the manufacturer or another qualified Service  
Partner or a specialist workshop.  
Checking the coolant level at the  
side marks  
1. Allow the engine to cool down.  
2. Open the bonnet.  
Safety notes  
3. The coolant level is correct if it is between  
the Min. and Max. marks.  
The marks are on the side of the coolant  
tank.  
WARNING  
If the cooling system is opened when the en‐  
gine is hot, coolant can escape and cause  
scalding. There is a danger of injury. Only open  
the cooling system when the engine has  
cooled down.  
Symbol  
Meaning  
Maximum.  
Minimum.  
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3. Turn the cap on the coolant tank slightly anti‐  
clockwise until it starts to open, then allow  
the pressure to escape before opening it fully.  
Checking the coolant level in the  
filler neck  
In the coolant tank there are yellow Min and Max  
markings.  
1. Allow the engine to cool down.  
2. Open the bonnet.  
3. Turn cap on coolant tank slightly anticlock‐  
wise, then allow the pressure to escape.  
4. If necessary, slowly top up to the correct  
level; do not overfill.  
5. Fit the cap and turn until it is clearly heard to  
click into place. The arrows on the coolant  
tank and the lid must be pointing towards  
each other.  
6. Have the cause of coolant loss rectified as  
soon as possible.  
4. Open cap on coolant tank.  
5. The coolant level is correct if it is between  
the Min. and Max. marks in the filler neck.  
Disposal  
When disposing of coolant and coolant  
additives, comply with the relevant envi‐  
ronmental protection regulations.  
6. Tighten cap.  
Topping up  
1. Allow the engine to cool down.  
2. Open the bonnet.  
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Maintenance  
General  
Information on service requirements, see  
Vehicle equipment  
page 135, can be shown on the Control Display.  
This chapter describes all standard, country-spe‐  
cific and special equipment available for the  
model series. It may therefore describe equip‐  
ment which is not installed in your vehicle, for ex‐  
ample on account of the optional equipment se‐  
lected or the country variant. This also applies to  
safety-relevant functions and systems. Please  
comply with the relevant laws and regulations  
when using the corresponding functions and  
systems.  
Service data in the vehicle key  
Information on maintenance requirements is  
continuously stored in the vehicle key. The Serv‐  
ice Partner can read out this data and suggest a  
programme of maintenance for your vehicle.  
It is therefore important that you give the service  
advisor the vehicle key that you last used to drive  
the vehicle.  
Periods out of use  
Periods when the vehicle is out of use with its  
battery disconnected are not taken into account.  
BMW Maintenance System  
The maintenance system indicates what mainte‐  
nance measures are required and thereby assists  
in maintaining the road safety and operational  
safety of the vehicle.  
In such cases, have any time-dependent mainte‐  
nance procedures, for example those concerning  
the brake fluid and, where applicable, the engine  
oil and microfilter/activated charcoal filter, upda‐  
ted by a Service Partner of the manufacturer or  
another qualified Service Partner or a specialist  
workshop.  
The exact work required and the maintenance in‐  
tervals may vary depending on the country var‐  
iant. Replacement work, spare parts, operating  
materials and wear materials are calculated sepa‐  
rately. Additional information is available from a  
Service Partner of the manufacturer or another  
qualified Service Partner or a specialist work‐  
shop.  
Service history  
Maintenance and repairs  
Have maintenance and repairs carried out by a  
Service Partner of the manufacturer or another  
qualified Service Partner or a specialist work‐  
shop.  
Condition Based Service  
CBS  
Principle  
Entries  
Sensors and special algorithms monitor the con‐  
ditions in which the vehicle is used. CBS uses  
this information to determine what maintenance  
is required.  
The maintenance work carried out is entered in  
the maintenance records and the vehicle data.  
As with a service booklet, the entries provide evi‐  
dence of regular maintenance.  
The system therefore allows the scope of the  
maintenance work to be adapted to the individual  
usage profile.  
If an entry is made in the electronic service his‐  
tory of the vehicle, service-relevant data is saved  
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both in the vehicle and in the central IT systems  
of BMW AG, Munich.  
Safety note  
The data entered in the electronic service history  
can also be viewed by the new vehicle owner af‐  
ter a change of vehicle owner. A Service Partner  
of the manufacturer or another qualified Service  
Partner or a specialist workshop can view the  
data entered in the electronic service history.  
NOTE  
Incorrect use of the OBD on-board diagnosis  
socket can result in malfunctions in the vehicle.  
There is a risk of material damage. Only have  
service and maintenance work involving the  
OBD on-board diagnosis socket carried out by  
a Service Partner of the manufacturer or an‐  
other qualified Service Partner or a specialist  
workshop or other authorised persons. Only  
connect devices that have been tested and  
found to be safe for use with the OBD on-  
board diagnosis socket.  
Objection  
The vehicle owner can contact a Service Partner  
of the manufacturer or another qualified Service  
Partner or a specialist workshop to lodge an ob‐  
jection to entries being made in the electronic  
service history and to associated storage in the  
vehicle and transfer to the vehicle manufacturer  
of any data relating to his/her time as the vehicle  
owner. In such cases, no entries will be made in  
the electronic service history of the vehicle.  
Position  
Displays  
The logged maintenance work can be displayed  
via the service history, see page 136, on the  
Control Display.  
For Australia/New Zealand:  
maintenance  
The OBD socket for checking emissions-rele‐  
vant components is located on the driver's side.  
No maintenance work other than normal mainte‐  
nance is required to keep the emission levels of  
your vehicle within the design limits.  
Engine warning light  
▷ When warning light flashes:  
May have engine failure that may  
cause damage to the catalyst device.  
Please check with your dealer imme‐  
diately.  
Socket for on-board  
diagnosis OBD  
▷ When warning light illuminates:  
General  
High exhaust gas value. Please check with  
your dealer.  
Devices connected to the OBD socket trigger  
the alarm system when the vehicle is locked. Re‐  
move any devices connected to the OBD socket  
before locking the vehicle.  
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Vehicle recycling  
The manufacturer of the vehicle recommends  
handing the vehicle in at a take-back point nomi‐  
nated by the manufacturer at the end of its life  
cycle. The regulations concerning the returning  
of end-of-life vehicles may vary from country to  
country. Additional information is available from a  
Service Partner of the manufacturer or another  
qualified Service Partner or a specialist work‐  
shop.  
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Replacing parts  
Vehicle equipment  
NOTE  
Wipers that are folded away from the wind‐  
screen can become trapped if the bonnet is  
opened. There is a risk of material damage. Be‐  
fore opening the bonnet, make sure that the  
wipers with wiper blades fitted are in contact  
with the windscreen.  
This chapter describes all standard, country-spe‐  
cific and special equipment available for the  
model series. It may therefore describe equip‐  
ment which is not installed in your vehicle, for ex‐  
ample on account of the optional equipment se‐  
lected or the country variant. This also applies to  
safety-relevant functions and systems. Please  
comply with the relevant laws and regulations  
when using the corresponding functions and  
systems.  
Replacing the front wiper blades  
1. To replace the wiper blade, move the wiper  
to the fold-out position, see page 120.  
2. Fold out wiper arm and hold firm.  
On-board tool kit  
3. Press together securing spring, arrow 1, and  
fold out the wiper blade, arrow 2.  
The on-board tool kit is located under the boot  
floor.  
4. Take the wiper blade forwards out of the fit‐  
ting.  
5. Insert the new wiper blade in the opposite se‐  
quence ensuring that it clips into place.  
Wiper blades  
Safety notes  
NOTE  
6. Fold in the wipers.  
Replacing lights and bulbs  
The windscreen may sustain damage if a wiper  
falls onto it without the wiper blade fitted. There  
is a risk of material damage. Hold the wiper  
firmly when changing the wiper blade. Do not  
fold in or switch on the wiper without a wiper  
blade installed.  
General  
Bulbs and lights  
Lights and bulbs are an important aspect of driv‐  
ing safety.  
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The manufacturer of the vehicle recommends  
having the corresponding work carried out by a  
Service Partner of the manufacturer or another  
qualified Service Partner or a specialist work‐  
shop.  
NOTE  
Dirty bulbs have a reduced lifetime. There is a  
risk of material damage. Do not touch the glass  
of new bulbs with your bare hands. Use a clean  
tissue or similar, or hold the bulb by its base.  
A box of spare bulbs is available from a Service  
Partner of the manufacturer or another qualified  
Service Partner or a specialist workshop.  
Light-emitting diodes, LEDs  
Comply with the safety notes, see page 284.  
Light-emitting diodes, LEDs  
WARNING  
Some equipment versions have light-emitting di‐  
odes behind a cover as a light source. These  
light-emitting diodes are similar to conventional  
lasers and are classified by legislation as Class 1  
light-emitting diodes.  
Intense brightness can irritate or harm the ret‐  
ina of the eye. There is a danger of injury. Do  
not look directly into the headlights or other  
light sources. Do not remove covers from  
LEDs.  
Comply with the safety notes, see page 284.  
Headlight glass  
Safety notes  
During cool or humid weather, the headlight  
glass can mist over on the inside. When driving  
with the lights switched on, the condensation  
disappears after a short time. There is no need to  
replace the headlight glass.  
Bulbs and lights  
WARNING  
Bulbs can become hot during operation. Con‐  
tact with the bulbs can lead to burns. There is a  
danger of injury. Only replace bulbs when they  
have cooled down.  
If moisture increasingly forms, for example if  
there are water droplets in the lamp despite the  
headlights being switched on, have the head‐  
lights checked.  
Front lights, replacing the lamps  
LED headlights  
WARNING  
Short circuits can occur when working on light‐  
ing systems that are switched on. There is a  
danger of injury or damage to property. Switch  
the respective lights off when working on the  
lighting system. Where applicable, observe the  
enclosed instructions from the bulb manufac‐  
turer.  
Light-emitting diodes, LEDs  
All front lights and side turn indicators are in LED  
technology.  
In the event of a fault, contact a Service Partner  
of the manufacturer or another qualified Service  
Partner or a specialist workshop.  
LED fog lights  
The fog lights use LED technology. In the event  
of a fault, contact a Service Partner of the manu‐  
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facturer or another qualified Service Partner or a  
specialist workshop.  
Removing rear light  
1. Opening of the boot lid.  
2. Open both covers on the rear lights.  
Turn indicator in exterior mirror  
The turn indicators in the exterior mirrors use  
LED technology. In the event of a fault, contact a  
Service Partner of the manufacturer or another  
qualified Service Partner or a specialist work‐  
shop.  
Rear lights, replacing the bulbs  
Overview  
3. With the handle of the screwdriver from the  
on-board tool kit, undo the nuts on both fas‐  
tenings and remove. Ensure that the nuts do  
not fall into the bumper. In addition to both  
outer fastenings there is also an inner fasten‐  
ing.  
1
2
3
4
5
Turn indicator  
Brake lights  
Rear fog light  
Reversing light  
Tail light  
4. Grasp the handle bar with one hand, arrow 1,  
and hold against the outside with your free  
hand, arrow 2. Lift out the rear light carefully,  
arrow 3, until the rubber bearing comes out of  
the inner fastening.  
Replacing the lamps  
General  
Comply with the safety notes, see page 284.  
Reversing light: 21-watt bulb, W21W.  
The turn indicators, brake lights, tail light and rear  
fog light are designed with LED technology. In  
the event of a fault, contact a Service Partner of  
the manufacturer or another qualified Service  
Partner or a specialist workshop.  
5. Remove the plug from the bulb holder.  
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Replacing the bulbs  
Vehicle battery  
1. Turn the cover in the direction indicated on  
the housing and remove it.  
General  
The battery is maintenance-free.  
More information regarding the battery can be  
obtained from a Service Partner of the manufac‐  
turer or another qualified Service Partner or a  
specialist workshop.  
Safety note  
2. Press the faulty bulb gently into the fitting,  
turn anticlockwise and remove.  
WARNING  
Vehicle batteries that are classified as unsuita‐  
ble may damage systems or result in functions  
no longer being carried out. There is a danger  
of injury or damage to property. Only use vehi‐  
cle batteries that have been classified as suita‐  
ble by the vehicle manufacturer.  
3. Fit the new bulb and cover in the reverse se‐  
quence.  
Installing rear light  
1. Connect the plug to the bulb holder.  
2. Push the rear light straight and push firmly,  
arrow 1, until the rubber bearing engages into  
the inner fastening. Ensure that the rubber lip,  
arrow 2, does not kink on the top of the rear  
light when inserting the rear light. Screw on  
both nuts, arrow 3, and close the covers.  
Pairing the battery with the  
vehicle  
The manufacturer of the vehicle recommends  
having a Service Partner of the manufacturer or  
another qualified Service Partner or an author‐  
ised workshop pair the vehicle battery with the  
vehicle after the battery has been replaced. Once  
the battery has been registered again, all comfort  
functions will be available without restriction and  
any Check Control messages relating to the  
comfort functions will no longer be displayed.  
Hazard symbols  
The following hazard symbols can be found on  
the vehicle battery:  
Centre brake light and number plate  
lights  
Symbol  
Meaning  
Comply with the safety notes, see page 284.  
No smoking, no naked flames,  
no sparks.  
These lights use LED technology. In the event of  
a fault, contact a Service Partner of the manufac‐  
turer or another qualified Service Partner or a  
specialist workshop.  
Wear protective goggles.  
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Notes on removal  
Symbol  
Meaning  
Observe the following notes on removing the ve‐  
hicle battery:  
Keep away from children.  
▷ Park the vehicle and switch off consumers.  
Risk of acid burns: wear gloves,  
do not tilt the battery.  
▷ First disconnect the power at the negative  
terminal. Then disconnect the power at the  
positive terminal.  
Rinse any splashes of acid with  
water immediately. If acid comes  
into contact with eyes or is swal‐  
lowed, seek medical attention  
immediately.  
Notes on installation  
Observe the following notes on installing the ve‐  
hicle battery:  
▷ Remove any foreign bodies from the battery  
holder.  
No direct sunlight, no frost.  
▷ Only install the battery in the intended posi‐  
tion in the vehicle.  
Follow the user manual.  
▷ Keep the battery and vehicle connection con‐  
tacts clean.  
▷ First connect the power at the positive termi‐  
nal. Then connect the power at the negative  
terminal.  
Explosive gas mixture. Do not  
seal any openings on the bat‐  
tery.  
▷ Use the connections, connectors and covers  
provided.  
▷ Connect a hose to the gas outlet opening if  
necessary.  
Replacing the battery  
General  
Initial operation  
The manufacturer of the vehicle recommends  
only having the vehicle battery replaced by a  
Service Partner of the manufacturer or another  
qualified Service Partner or an authorised work‐  
shop. If the battery is not replaced correctly, the  
vehicle may not recognise it properly and perfect  
functioning cannot be guaranteed.  
The battery is operational. No special precau‐  
tions are required for start-up.  
Charging the battery  
General  
Ensure the battery is sufficiently charged to  
guarantee the entire lifetime of the battery.  
Safety note  
Charge the battery under the following circum‐  
stances:  
DANGER  
▷ If the inspection glass on the top of the bat‐  
tery is black.  
Touching live components can result in an  
electric shock. There is a danger of injury or  
even death. Do not touch any components that  
could be live.  
▷ If there is insufficient starting capability.  
The following conditions can have a negative ef‐  
fect on battery output:  
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▷ Frequently driving short distances.  
▷ Protect the battery from direct sunlight and  
frost.  
▷ If the vehicle is not used for periods of longer  
than one month.  
▷ Only clean the battery with a damp, anti-static  
cloth.  
Safety note  
▷ Store the battery upright and secure it  
against falling over.  
▷ Install the oldest batteries first.  
NOTE  
▷ Do not remove the protective cap from the  
contacts.  
Battery chargers for the vehicle battery may  
operate with high voltages and high currents  
which can overload or damage the 12-volt on-  
board network. There is a risk of material dam‐  
age. Only connect battery chargers for the ve‐  
hicle battery to the jump-starting connections  
in the engine compartment.  
▷ Charge or install the battery by the date on  
the battery label at the latest. Once fully  
charged, the battery will work for another  
10 months.  
Disposing of the old battery  
Dispose of old batteries at a Service  
Partner of the manufacturer or another  
qualified Service Partner or a specialist  
workshop or hand them in to an authorised col‐  
lecting point.  
Battery charger  
Battery chargers developed especially for the ve‐  
hicle and suitable for the on-board network can  
be obtained from a Service Partner of the manu‐  
facturer or another qualified Service Partner or a  
specialist workshop.  
Batteries filled with acid should be transported  
upright. Protect batteries against falling over  
when in transit.  
Charging the battery  
Only charge the battery via the jump-starting  
connections, see page 295, in the engine com‐  
partment and with the engine switched off.  
Warranty  
See the vehicle purchase contract for informa‐  
tion on the battery warranty.  
Power failure  
Following an electrical power failure, some  
equipment will have to be reinitialised or individ‐  
ual settings will need to be updated, for example:  
Fuses  
▷ Memory function: save positions again.  
▷ Time: update.  
General  
The fuses are located at two different positions  
in the vehicle.  
▷ Date: update.  
Fuse assignment information and details on the  
positions of any other fuse boxes can be found in  
a separate leaflet in the fuse box in the boot.  
▷ Glass Roof: initialise system.  
Storing the battery  
Observe the following information on storing ve‐  
hicle batteries:  
▷ Store the battery in a cool and dry place.  
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Attaching covers  
Safety note  
1. When attaching the lid, ensure that all four  
fastenings are engaged.  
WARNING  
2. Attach cover under the rubber lip and then  
thread between the webs.  
Incorrect or repaired fuses can overload electri‐  
cal cables and components. There is a risk of  
fire. Do not repair blown fuses or replace them  
with fuses with a different colour or amp rating.  
In the engine compartment  
General  
On right-hand drive vehicles, the fuses are loca‐  
ted on the opposite side of the engine compart‐  
ment.  
3. Press fastening downwards and tighten the  
three screws.  
Removing the cover  
Inside the boot  
1. Undo the three screws of the cover, arrow 1,  
with the on-board tool.  
Fold up boot floor.  
2. Push the fastener together and pull upwards,  
arrow 2.  
3. Remove cover from the side, arrow 3.  
4. Press on the four fastenings and remove the  
lid.  
Fuse assignment information and details on the  
positions of any other fuse boxes can be found in  
a separate leaflet in the fuse box.  
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Replacing fuses  
The vehicle manufacturer recommends having  
fuses changed by a Service Partner of the manu‐  
facturer or another qualified Service Partner or a  
specialist workshop.  
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Help in case of a breakdown  
To remove, release the mounts.  
Vehicle equipment  
This chapter describes all standard, country-spe‐  
cific and special equipment available for the  
model series. It may therefore describe equip‐  
ment which is not installed in your vehicle, for ex‐  
ample on account of the optional equipment se‐  
lected or the country variant. This also applies to  
safety-relevant functions and systems. Please  
comply with the relevant laws and regulations  
when using the corresponding functions and  
systems.  
First-aid kit  
General  
Some items in the kit have a limited shelf life.  
Check the use-by dates of the contents regularly  
and replace any items that have expired in good  
time.  
Storage  
Hazard warning lights  
The first-aid kit is located on the right in a stor‐  
age compartment in the boot.  
The button is located in the centre console.  
BMW breakdown  
assistance  
Warning triangle  
Principle  
BMW Group breakdown assistance can be con‐  
tacted if you require help in the event of a break‐  
down.  
General  
In the event of a breakdown, data on the vehicle  
condition is transferred to the manufacturer of  
the vehicle. It is possible that malfunctions can  
be remedied directly.  
The warning triangle is located inside the boot  
lid.  
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There are various ways of making contact.  
▷ Via a Check Control message, see page 133.  
▷ Calling with a mobile phone.  
3. Control Display is switched on.  
4. "Teleservice Help"  
Certain vehicle functions may be restored to a  
drivable condition.  
▷ Via the BMW Connected app.  
If this is not possible, further measures will be ini‐  
tiated, for example Mobile Service will be in‐  
formed.  
Requirements  
▷ Activated ConnectedDrive contract, equip‐  
ment with intelligent emergency call or BMW  
ConnectedDrive services.  
Emergency call  
▷ Mobile reception.  
▷ The ignition is switched on.  
Intelligent emergency call  
Starting  
Principle  
When equipped with Teleservice, support is pro‐  
vided first through Teleservice Diagnosis and  
then by Teleservice Assistance.  
The system can be used to trigger an emer‐  
gency call automatically or manually in emer‐  
gency situations.  
Via iDrive:  
General  
1. "ConnectedDrive"  
Press the SOS button in an emergency only.  
2. "BMW Assistance"  
Intelligent emergency call establishes a connec‐  
tion with the BMW emergency call centre.  
3. "BMW Roadside Assistance"  
Contact with the manufacturer's breakdown  
assistance is established.  
Even if no emergency call is possible through the  
BMW intelligent emergency call system, an  
emergency call will still be placed with a public  
rescue coordination centre. This depends on  
factors such as the specific mobile telephone  
network and national regulations.  
A telephone number may be displayed. Se‐  
lect it to dial the telephone number using a  
connected mobile telephone.  
Teleservice Diagnosis  
For technical reasons, it might not be possible to  
make an emergency call in highly adverse condi‐  
tions.  
Teleservice Diagnosis enables the detailed vehi‐  
cle data required for diagnosis to be transferred  
via mobile communications. This data is transfer‐  
red automatically.  
Teleservice Assistance  
Teleservice Assistance is a country-specific fea‐  
ture that enables a more in-depth diagnosis of  
the vehicle via mobile telephony.  
Teleservice Assistance can be started after a  
prompt by the service specialist.  
1. Park the vehicle safely.  
2. Apply the parking brake.  
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When an emergency call is sent via BMW,  
data is sent to the emergency call centre in  
order to decide what rescue measures are re‐  
quired. The data may include, for example,  
the current position of the vehicle, if this can  
be determined. If questions posed by the  
emergency call centre remain unanswered,  
rescue measures are implemented automati‐  
cally.  
Overview  
If you can no longer hear the emergency call  
centre through the loudspeakers, the hands-  
free system may be faulty. However, the  
emergency call centre may still be able to  
hear you speak.  
SOS button in the roof lining.  
Operating requirements  
▷ Emergency call system is functional.  
▷ The ignition is switched on.  
The emergency call centre ends the emergency  
call.  
▷ If the vehicle is equipped with intelligent  
emergency call: the SIM card integrated in  
the vehicle is activated.  
Fire extinguisher  
Principle  
Automatic triggering  
The fire extinguisher can be used to put out vehi‐  
cle fires.  
In certain circumstances, for example deploy‐  
ment of the airbags, an emergency call may be  
placed automatically immediately after an acci‐  
dent of corresponding severity. An automatic  
emergency call is not affected by pressing the  
SOS button.  
General  
Depending on the vehicle's equipment and na‐  
tional-market version, the vehicle may have a fire  
extinguisher.  
Manual triggering  
Overview  
1. Tap on cover flap.  
The fire extinguisher is located at the front of the  
front passenger seat.  
2. Press and hold the SOS button until the LED  
on the button is illuminated green.  
▷ The LED is illuminated green when the emer‐  
gency call is activated.  
Safety note  
If a cancellation request is displayed on the  
Control Display, the emergency call can be  
cancelled.  
WARNING  
Incorrect use of the fire extinguisher can cause  
injury. There is a danger of injury. Observe the  
information below when using the fire extin‐  
guisher:  
If the situation permits, wait in the vehicle un‐  
til voice contact has been established.  
▷ The LED flashes green when the connection  
to the emergency number has been estab‐  
lished.  
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▷ Do not inhale the extinguishing agent. If  
the extinguishing agent is inhaled, move  
the casualty out into the fresh air. If the  
casualty experiences breathing difficulties,  
contact a doctor immediately.  
Starting assistance  
General  
If the vehicle battery is discharged, the engine  
can be started from another vehicle's battery us‐  
ing two jump leads. Only use jump leads with  
fully insulated terminal clamps.  
▷ Do not allow the extinguishing agent to  
come into contact with the skin. Pro‐  
longed contact with the extinguishing  
agent can cause the skin to dry out.  
Safety notes  
▷ Do not allow the extinguishing agent to  
come into contact with the eyes. If it does  
come into contact with the eyes, rinse  
them immediately with plenty of water. In  
case of prolonged discomfort, contact a  
doctor.  
DANGER  
Touching live components can result in an  
electric shock. There is a danger of injury or  
even death. Do not touch any components that  
could be live.  
Removing the fire extinguisher  
Open the buckles on the retaining strap.  
WARNING  
Using the fire extinguisher  
To use the fire extinguisher, follow the manufac‐  
turer's instructions on the fire extinguisher and  
the information supplied with it.  
Connecting the jump leads in the wrong se‐  
quence can cause sparks. There is a danger of  
injury. Please comply with the correct se‐  
quence when connecting.  
Stowing the fire extinguisher  
1. Insert the fire extinguisher into the holder.  
2. Hook in and close the buckles.  
NOTE  
Contact between the bodywork of the two ve‐  
hicles can result in a short circuit during starting  
assistance. There is a risk of material damage.  
Make sure there is no contact between the  
bodywork.  
Maintenance and refilling  
Have the fire extinguisher checked every 2 years  
by a Service Partner of the manufacturer or an‐  
other qualified Service Partner or a specialist  
workshop.  
Preparations  
1. Check whether the battery in the other vehi‐  
cle shows 12 volts. Information about the  
voltage is provided on the battery.  
Take note of the next maintenance date for the  
fire extinguisher.  
Replace the fire extinguisher after use or have it  
refilled.  
2. Switch off the engine of the other vehicle.  
3. Switch off any power consumers in both ve‐  
hicles.  
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tery or the corresponding engine or body  
earth connection on the other vehicle.  
Jump-starting connections  
5. Connect the second terminal clamp to the  
negative terminal of the battery or to a corre‐  
sponding engine or body earth connection on  
the vehicle being started.  
Starting the engine  
Never use spray products to start the engine.  
1. Start the engine of the other vehicle and al‐  
low it to run for a few minutes at a slightly  
higher idle speed.  
The jump-starting connection in the engine  
compartment serves as the positive battery ter‐  
minal.  
If starting a diesel vehicle: allow the engine of  
the other vehicle to run for approximately  
10 minutes.  
Open the cover of the jump-starting connection.  
2. Start the engine of the vehicle to be started in  
the usual way.  
If an initial attempt to start the engine fails,  
wait a few minutes before trying again to al‐  
low the discharged battery to recharge.  
3. Allow both engines to run for a few minutes.  
4. Disconnect the jump leads in reverse order to  
connection.  
The battery negative terminal is the body earth  
or a special nut.  
Check the battery and have it recharged if nec‐  
essary.  
Connecting the cables  
Do not deviate from the procedure described be‐  
low, otherwise personal injury could result or  
both vehicles could be damaged.  
Tow-starting and towing  
Safety note  
1. Open the cover of the BMW jump-starting  
connection.  
WARNING  
Due to system limitations, individual functions  
may not work properly when tow-starting/  
towing with activated Intelligent Safety Sys‐  
tems. There is a risk of accident. Switch off all  
Intelligent Safety Systems before tow-starting/  
towing.  
2. Connect a terminal clamp on the positive/+  
jump lead to the positive terminal of the bat‐  
tery or the corresponding jump-starting con‐  
nection on the other vehicle.  
3. Connect the second terminal clamp to the  
battery's positive terminal or to the corre‐  
sponding jump-starting connection on the  
vehicle being started.  
4. Connect a terminal clamp on the negative/–  
jump lead to the negative terminal of the bat‐  
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Manual gearbox  
NOTE  
Towing or pushing the vehicle  
A broken-down vehicle can be towed or pushed.  
To roll or push the vehicle, see page 123.  
Observe the following notes:  
The vehicle may be damaged when raising and  
securing it.  
There is a risk of material damage.  
▷ Raise the vehicle with suitable equipment.  
▷ Do not raise or secure the vehicle by its  
towing eye, body parts or chassis parts.  
▷ Make sure that the ignition is switched on,  
otherwise low-beam headlights, rear lights,  
turn indicators and wipers will not be avail‐  
able.  
With xDrive  
▷ Do not tow the vehicle with the rear axle  
raised, otherwise the steering can turn.  
▷ When the engine is not running, there is no  
power assistance. The steering and brakes  
will require extra effort to operate.  
▷ Greater steering wheel movements are nec‐  
essary.  
▷ The towing vehicle must not be lighter than  
the towed vehicle, otherwise it may be unable  
to keep the towed vehicle reliably under con‐  
trol.  
Only have the vehicle transported on a truck bed.  
▷ Do not exceed a towing speed of 50 km/h,  
30 mph.  
NOTE  
If the vehicle is towed with one axle raised, the  
vehicle can be damaged. There is a risk of ma‐  
terial damage. Only have the vehicle transpor‐  
ted on a truck bed.  
▷ Do not exceed a towing distance of 50 km,  
30 miles.  
Towing truck  
With driven rear axle  
NOTE  
The vehicle may be damaged when raising and  
securing it.  
There is a risk of material damage.  
▷ Raise the vehicle with suitable equipment.  
▷ Do not raise or secure the vehicle by its  
towing eye, body parts or chassis parts.  
Have the vehicle transported by a towing truck  
with a hoisting frame, or hoisted onto a loading  
platform.  
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Steptronic transmission:  
transporting the vehicle  
Towing other vehicles  
General  
General  
Do not have the vehicle towed.  
Switch on the hazard warning lights in line with  
local regulations.  
If the electrical system of the vehicle being  
towed has failed, the vehicle must be made iden‐  
tifiable to other road users, for instance by plac‐  
ing a sign or the warning triangle in the rear win‐  
dow.  
Safety note  
NOTE  
If the vehicle is towed with one axle raised, the  
vehicle can be damaged. There is a risk of ma‐  
terial damage. Only have the vehicle transpor‐  
ted on a truck bed.  
Safety notes  
WARNING  
If the gross vehicle weight of the towing vehicle  
is less than that of the vehicle being towed, the  
towing eye may be pulled off or it may not be  
possible to control the vehicle. There is a risk of  
accident. Make sure that the gross vehicle  
weight of the towing vehicle is greater than the  
weight of the vehicle being towed.  
Pushing the vehicle  
To remove a broken-down vehicle from danger,  
it can be pushed for a short distance.  
To roll or push the vehicle, see page 124.  
Towing truck  
NOTE  
If the tow bar or the towing rope is not attached  
correctly, other vehicle parts can be damaged.  
There is a risk of material damage. Attach the  
tow bar or towing rope to the towing eye cor‐  
rectly.  
Only have the vehicle transported on a truck bed.  
Tow bar  
The towing eyes of both vehicles should be on  
the same side.  
NOTE  
If it is impossible to avoid attaching the tow bar at  
an angle, note the following:  
The vehicle may be damaged when raising and  
securing it.  
▷ Tow bar clearance may be limited when cor‐  
nering.  
There is a risk of material damage.  
▷ Raise the vehicle with suitable equipment.  
▷ The tow bar will generate lateral forces if it is  
attached at an angle.  
▷ Do not raise or secure the vehicle by its  
towing eye, body parts or chassis parts.  
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Towing rope  
Thread for towing eye  
Ensure that the towing rope is taut when the  
towing vehicle drives off.  
Use nylon ropes or straps that will allow the vehi‐  
cle to be towed smoothly.  
Towing eye  
General  
Press the marking on the edge of the cover to  
push it out.  
Tow-starting  
Steptronic transmission  
Do not attempt to tow-start or push-start the ve‐  
hicle.  
Always keep the screw-on towing eye in the ve‐  
hicle.  
Due to the Steptronic transmission, it is not pos‐  
sible to start the engine by towing.  
The towing eye can be screwed into the front or  
rear end of the vehicle.  
Have the cause of the starting problems rectified  
by a Service Partner of the manufacturer or an‐  
other qualified Service Partner or a specialist  
workshop.  
The towing eye together with the on-board tool  
kit, see page 283, is located in the boot.  
Using the towing eye:  
Manual gearbox  
▷ Only use the towing eye supplied with the ve‐  
hicle and make sure that it is screwed in fully  
and is tight.  
If possible, do not tow-start the vehicle but start  
the engine using starting assistance, see  
page 294. Only tow-start when the engine is  
cold if your vehicle has a catalytic converter.  
▷ Only use the towing eye for towing on paved  
roads.  
1. Switching on the hazard warning lights,  
please observe country-specific regulations.  
▷ Avoid transverse loads on the towing eye, for  
example do not raise the vehicle by the tow‐  
ing eye.  
2. Switch on the ignition, see page 112.  
3. Engage 3rd gear.  
Safety note  
4. Tow-start with the clutch pressed and re‐  
lease the clutch slowly. Press the clutch again  
immediately after the engine starts.  
NOTE  
If the towing eye is not used as intended, the  
vehicle or towing eye may be damaged. There  
is a risk of material damage. Observe the notes  
on using the towing eye.  
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5. Stop in a suitable location, remove the tow  
bar or towing rope and switch off the hazard  
warning lights.  
6. Have the vehicle checked by a Service Part‐  
ner of the manufacturer or another qualified  
Service Partner or a specialist workshop.  
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General care  
Distances and temperature  
▷ Maximum temperature: 60 ℃/140 ℉.  
Vehicle equipment  
This chapter describes all standard, country-spe‐  
cific and special equipment available for the  
model series. It may therefore describe equip‐  
ment which is not installed in your vehicle, for ex‐  
ample on account of the optional equipment se‐  
lected or the country variant. This also applies to  
safety-relevant functions and systems. Please  
comply with the relevant laws and regulations  
when using the corresponding functions and  
systems.  
▷ Minimum distance to sensors, cameras,  
seals: 30 cm, 12 in.  
▷ Minimum distance to the Glass Roof: 80 cm,  
31.5 in.  
Automatic car washes  
Safety notes  
NOTE  
If high-pressure washers are used, water may  
penetrate the area around the windows. There  
is a risk of material damage. Avoid high pres‐  
sure washers.  
Washing the vehicle  
General  
Regularly remove foreign bodies, for example  
leaves, from the area below the windscreen with  
the bonnet raised.  
NOTE  
Wash the vehicle frequently, especially in winter.  
Heavy soiling and road salt can cause damage to  
the vehicle.  
The vehicle can be damaged if automatic  
washing bays or car washes are used incor‐  
rectly. There is a risk of material damage. Ob‐  
serve the following notes:  
Steam-jet cleaners and high-  
pressure cleaners  
▷ Textile car washes or systems using soft  
brushes are preferable, to avoid damage  
to the paintwork.  
Safety note  
▷ Avoid washing bays or car washes with  
guide rails higher than 10 cm, 4 in, to  
avoid damage to the body.  
NOTE  
▷ Note the maximum tyre width of the guide  
rail to avoid damage to tyres and rims.  
When cleaning with high-pressure cleaners, ex‐  
cessive pressure or excessive temperatures  
can damage various components. There is a  
risk of material damage. Maintain a sufficient  
distance and do not spray for an extended pe‐  
riod of time. Comply with the instructions for  
the high-pressure cleaner.  
▷ Fold in the exterior mirrors to avoid dam‐  
aging them.  
▷ Deactivate the wipers and the rain sensor  
(if fitted) to avoid damage to the wiper sys‐  
tem.  
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Entering a car wash with a manual  
transmission  
Vehicle care  
In a car wash, the vehicle must be able to roll  
freely.  
Care products  
To roll or push the vehicle, see page 123.  
General  
BMW recommends using care and cleaning  
products from BMW. Suitable care products are  
available from a Service Partner of the manufac‐  
turer or another qualified Service Partner or a  
specialist workshop.  
Entering a car wash with a  
Steptronic transmission  
General  
In a car wash, the vehicle must be able to roll  
freely.  
Safety note  
To roll or push the vehicle, see page 124.  
Some car washes require you to get out of the  
vehicle. It is not possible to lock the vehicle from  
the outside in selector lever position N. If an at‐  
tempt is made to lock the vehicle, a signal  
sounds.  
WARNING  
Cleaning agents can contain hazardous sub‐  
stances or constitute a health risk. There is a  
danger of injury. When cleaning the interior,  
open the doors or windows. Use only products  
that are intended for cleaning the vehicle's inte‐  
rior. Observe the notes on the packaging.  
Exiting from a car wash  
Make sure that the vehicle key is in the vehicle.  
Start the engine. Engine start, see page 113.  
Vehicle paintwork  
General  
Regular care promotes driving safety and pre‐  
serves your vehicle's value. Environmental ef‐  
fects in areas with high air pollution or natural  
contaminants, for example tree resin or pollen,  
may affect the vehicle paintwork. Take such fac‐  
tors into consideration when deciding on the fre‐  
quency and scope of vehicle care measures.  
Headlights  
Do not rub wet headlights dry and do not use  
abrasive or corrosive cleaning agents.  
Soak impurities such as insect residues with  
shampoo and wash off with water.  
Remove ice with a de-icer spray; do not use an  
ice scraper.  
After washing the vehicle  
Immediately remove aggressive substances, for  
example spilled fuel, oil, grease or bird droppings  
so as to prevent damage and discolouration of  
the paintwork.  
After the vehicle has been washed, briefly apply  
the brakes to dry them, otherwise braking effec‐  
tiveness may be temporarily reduced. The heat  
generated by braking dries the brake discs and  
brake pads and protects them against corrosion.  
Matt paintwork  
Completely remove residues on the windscreens  
to avoid affecting visibility due to smearing and to  
reduce wiping noise and wiper blade wear.  
Only use cleaning and care products that are  
suitable for vehicles with matt paintwork.  
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60 ℃/140 ℉. Observe the manufacturer's in‐  
structions.  
Leather care  
Remove dust from the leather at regular intervals  
with a cloth or vacuum cleaner.  
Corrosive, acidic or alkaline cleaners may destroy  
the protective coatings of adjacent parts, for ex‐  
ample brake discs.  
Dust and road dirt will otherwise become worked  
into pores and folds, resulting in considerable  
abrasion and causing the leather surface to be‐  
come prematurely brittle.  
After cleaning, briefly apply the brakes to dry  
them. The heat generated by braking dries the  
brake discs and brake pads and protects them  
against corrosion.  
In order to protect against discolouration, for ex‐  
ample from clothing, clean and care for the  
leather approximately every two months.  
Chrome surfaces  
Clean light-coloured leather more frequently as it  
has the tendency to soil faster.  
Carefully clean parts such as the radiator grille  
and door handles with plenty of water to which a  
shampoo may be added, particularly if exposed  
to road salt.  
Use leather cleaner, otherwise dirt and grease  
will attack the protective coating of the leather.  
Care of upholstery fabrics  
General  
Regularly clean the upholstery with a vacuum  
cleaner.  
Rubber parts  
The surfaces of rubber parts can be contamina‐  
ted or lose their shine due to environmental influ‐  
ences. Only use water and suitable care prod‐  
ucts for cleaning.  
In the event of heavy soiling, for example stains  
caused by drinks, use a soft sponge or a lint-free  
microfibre cloth with suitable interior cleaning  
agents.  
Rubber parts subjected to high wear and tear  
should be treated regularly with rubber care  
products. Do not use silicone-based care prod‐  
ucts for treating rubber seals, otherwise these  
could be damaged and become a source of  
noise.  
Clean the upholstery up to the seams using wide  
wiping actions. Avoid rubbing vigorously.  
Fine wood parts  
Safety note  
Clean fine wood trims and fine wood parts with a  
damp cloth only. Then dry them with a soft cloth.  
NOTE  
Open Velcro fasteners on articles of clothing  
can damage the seat covers. There is a risk of  
material damage. Make sure that any Velcro  
fasteners on your clothing are closed.  
Plastic parts  
NOTE  
Cleaning agents containing alcohol or solvents,  
such as nitro thinners, cold cleaners, fuel or  
similar can damage plastic parts. There is a risk  
of material damage. Clean with a microfibre  
cloth. Lightly moisten the cloth with water, if  
necessary.  
Care of special parts  
Light alloy wheels  
When cleaning the wheels while they are instal‐  
led on the vehicle, only use neutral rim cleaner  
with a pH value of between 5 and 9. Do not use  
abrasive cleaners or steam cleaners above  
Clean with a microfibre cloth.  
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Lightly moisten the cloth with water, if necessary.  
Do not soak the roof lining.  
Trailer tow hitch with removable ball  
linkage  
Keep ball linkage and bracket clean.  
Seat belts  
Grease or oil bearing locations, sliding surfaces  
and the small balls on the bracket pin regularly  
with resin-free grease or oil.  
WARNING  
Before using steam cleaners or high-pressure  
cleaners on the vehicle, remove the ball linkage  
and insert the cover into the bracket.  
Chemical cleaners can cause irreparable dam‐  
age to the fabric of the seat belts. The protec‐  
tive function of the seat belts will be lost. There  
is a danger of injury or even death. Only use a  
mild soap and water solution for cleaning the  
seat belts.  
Do not clean ball linkage with a steam cleaner or  
high pressure cleaner.  
Sensors/camera lenses  
Clean sensors or camera lenses using a cloth  
moistened with a small amount of glass cleaner.  
Dirt on the belt straps can interfere with the ac‐  
tion of the reel and is a safety hazard.  
Clean only with a mild soap solution while still fit‐  
ted to the vehicle.  
Displays/screens  
Do not allow seat belts to retract until they are  
dry.  
NOTE  
Chemical cleaners, moisture or fluids of all  
kinds can damage the surface of displays and  
screens. There is a risk of material damage.  
Clean with a clean, anti-static microfibre cloth.  
Carpets and foot mats  
WARNING  
Objects in the driver's footwell can restrict the  
pedal travel or block a pedal that has been  
pressed. There is a risk of accident. Stow items  
in the vehicle so that they are secure and can‐  
not get into the driver's footwell. Only use floor  
mats that are suitable for the vehicle and can  
be securely fastened to the floor. Do not use  
loose floor mats, and do not place several floor  
mats on top of one another. Make sure that  
there is sufficient space for the pedals. Ensure  
that floor mats are securely reattached after  
having been removed, for example for cleaning.  
NOTE  
Incorrect cleaning can damage the surfaces of  
displays. There is a risk of material damage.  
Avoid applying excessive pressure and do not  
use abrasive materials.  
Clean with a clean, anti-static microfibre cloth.  
Laying up the vehicle  
Special measures need to be taken if putting the  
vehicle out of use for longer than three months.  
Additional information is available from a Service  
Partner of the manufacturer or another qualified  
Service Partner or a specialist workshop.  
Floor mats can be removed from the vehicle to  
enable the interior to be cleaned more thor‐  
oughly.  
In the event of heavy soiling, clean floor carpets  
using a microfibre cloth and water or textile  
cleaner. Rub back and forth in the direction of  
travel to prevent matting.  
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