MOBILITY for Your BMW 4 Series 4 Door First Generation (2013-2020)

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Refueling ................................................................................................... 242  
Fuel ............................................................................................................ 244  
Wheels and tires ...................................................................................... 246  
Engine compartment .............................................................................. 265  
Engine oil .................................................................................................. 268  
Coolant ...................................................................................................... 272  
Maintenance ............................................................................................. 274  
Replacing components .......................................................................... 276  
Breakdown assistance ........................................................................... 280  
Care ........................................................................................................... 287  
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Refueling  
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Refueling  
Vehicle features and  
options  
Fuel cap  
Opening  
This chapter describes all standard, country-spe‐  
cific and optional features offered with the series.  
It also describes features that are not necessarily  
available in your vehicle, e. g., due to the selected  
options or country versions. This also applies to  
safety-related functions and systems. When us‐  
ing these functions and systems, the applicable  
laws and regulations must be observed.  
1. Briefly press the rear edge of the fuel filler  
flap.  
General information  
Follow the fuel recommendation, refer to  
page 244, prior to refueling.  
2. Turn the fuel cap counterclockwise.  
Safety information  
NOTE  
With a driving range of less than  
30 miles/50 km the engine may no longer have  
sufficient fuel. Engine functions are not en‐  
sured anymore. There is a risk of damage to  
property. Refuel promptly.  
3. Place the fuel cap in the bracket attached to  
the fuel filler flap.  
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Refueling  
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Closing  
Safety information  
WARNING  
NOTE  
The retaining strap of the fuel cap can be jam‐  
med and crushed during closing. The cap can‐  
not be correctly closed. Fuel or fuel vapors can  
escape. There is a risk of injury or risk of dam‐  
age to property. Pay attention that the retaining  
strap is not jammed or crushed when closing  
the cap.  
Fuels are toxic and aggressive. Overfilling of the  
fuel tank can damage the fuel system. Painted  
surfaces may be damaged by contact with fuel.  
Escaping fuel can harm the environment. There  
is a risk of damage to property. Avoid overfilling.  
1. Fit the cap and turn it clockwise until you  
clearly hear a click.  
2. Close the fuel filler flap.  
Manually unlocking fuel filler flap  
E.g., in the event of an electrical malfunction.  
Have fuel filler flap unlocked by a dealer’s service  
center or another qualified service center or re‐  
pair shop.  
Follow the following when  
refueling  
General information  
When refueling, insert the filler nozzle completely  
into the filler pipe. Lifting up the fuel pump nozzle  
during refueling causes:  
▷ Premature switching off.  
▷ Reduced return of the fuel vapors.  
The fuel tank is full when the filler nozzle clicks  
off the first time.  
Make sure that the fuel cap is closed properly af‐  
ter refueling, otherwise the emissions warning  
light may light up.  
Follow safety regulations posted at the gas sta‐  
tion.  
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Fuel  
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Fuel  
Safety information  
Vehicle features and  
options  
NOTE  
Do not press the Start/Stop button after refuel‐  
ing with the wrong fuel. Furthermore, the cata‐  
lytic converter is permanently damaged. There  
is a risk of damage to property. Do not refuel or  
add the following in the case of gasoline en‐  
gines:  
This chapter describes all standard, country-spe‐  
cific and optional features offered with the series.  
It also describes features that are not necessarily  
available in your vehicle, e. g., due to the selected  
options or country versions. This also applies to  
safety-related functions and systems. When us‐  
ing these functions and systems, the applicable  
laws and regulations must be observed.  
▷ Leaded gasoline.  
▷ Metallic additives, for instance manganese  
or iron.  
Do not press the Start/Stop button after refuel‐  
ing with the wrong fuel. Contact a dealer’s serv‐  
ice center or another qualified service center or  
repair shop.  
Fuel recommendation  
General information  
Depending on the region, many gas stations sell  
fuel that has been customized to winter or  
summer conditions. Fuel that is available in win‐  
ter, for instance helps make a cold start easier.  
NOTE  
Incorrect fuels can damage the fuel system and  
the engine. There is a risk of damage to prop‐  
erty. Do not use fuels with a higher percentage  
of ethanol than recommended. Do not refuel  
with fuels containing methanol, e.g. M5 to  
M100.  
Gasoline  
General information  
For the best fuel efficiency, the gasoline should  
be sulfur-free or very low in sulfur content.  
Fuels that are marked on the gas pump as con‐  
taining metal must not be used.  
NOTE  
Fuels with a maximum ethanol content of 10 %,  
i. e., E10, may be used for refueling.  
Fuel that does not comply with the minimum  
quality can compromise engine function or  
cause engine damage. There is a risk of dam‐  
age to property. Do not fill with fuel that does  
not comply with the minimum quality.  
Ethanol should meet the following quality stan‐  
dards:  
US: ASTM 4806–xx  
CAN: CGSB-3.511–xx  
xx: comply with the current standard in each  
case.  
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CAUTION  
The use of poor-quality fuels may result in  
harmful engine deposits or damage. Addition‐  
ally, problems relating to drivability, starting and  
stalling, especially under certain environmental  
conditions such as high ambient temperature  
and high altitude, may occur.  
If drivability problems are encountered, we rec‐  
ommend switching to a high quality gasoline  
brand and a higher octane grade — AKI num‐  
ber — for a few tank fills. To avoid harmful en‐  
gine deposits, it is highly recommended to pur‐  
chase gasoline from Top Tier retailers.  
Failure to comply with these recommendations  
may result in the need for unscheduled mainte‐  
nance.  
Recommended fuel grade  
BMW recommends AKI 91.  
Minimum fuel grade  
BMW recommends AKI 89.  
If you use gasoline with this minimum AKI Rating,  
the engine may produce knocking sounds when  
starting at high external temperatures. This has  
no effect on the engine life.  
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Wheels and tires  
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Wheels and tires  
Tire inflation pressure  
specifications  
Vehicle features and  
options  
In the tire inflation pressure table  
The tire inflation pressure table, refer to  
page 247, contains all tire inflation pressure  
specifications for the specified tire sizes at the  
ambient temperature. The tire inflation pressure  
values apply to tire sizes approved by the manu‐  
facturer of the vehicle for the vehicle type.  
This chapter describes all standard, country-spe‐  
cific and optional features offered with the series.  
It also describes features that are not necessarily  
available in your vehicle, e. g., due to the selected  
options or country versions. This also applies to  
safety-related functions and systems. When us‐  
ing these functions and systems, the applicable  
laws and regulations must be observed.  
To identify the correct tire inflation pressure,  
please note the following:  
▷ Tire sizes of your vehicle.  
Tire inflation pressure  
▷ Maximum permitted driving speed.  
General information  
The tire inflation pressure and tire characteristics  
influence the following:  
Checking the tire inflation  
pressure  
▷ The service life of the tires.  
▷ Road safety.  
General information  
Tires heat up while driving. The tire inflation  
pressure increases with the tire temperature.  
▷ Driving comfort.  
Tires have a natural, consistent loss of tire infla‐  
tion pressure.  
▷ Driving dynamics.  
▷ Fuel consumption.  
The displays of inflation devices may under-read  
by up to 0.1 bar/2 psi.  
Safety information  
Checking using tire inflation  
pressure specifications in the tire  
inflation pressure table  
The tire inflation pressure specifications in the  
tire inflation pressure table only relate to cold  
tires or tires at the same temperature as the am‐  
bient temperature.  
WARNING  
A tire with too little or no tire inflation pressure  
may heat up significantly and sustain damage.  
This will have a negative impact on aspects of  
handling, such as steering and braking re‐  
sponse. There is a risk of an accident. Regularly  
check the tire inflation pressure, and correct it  
as needed, for instance twice a month and be‐  
fore a long trip.  
Only check the tire inflation pressure levels when  
the tires are cold, i.e.:  
▷ Driving range of max. 1.25 miles/2 km has not  
been exceeded.  
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▷ If the vehicle has not moved again for at least  
2 hours after a trip.  
Tire inflation pressure values up  
to 100 mph/160 km/h  
1. Determine, refer to page 246, the intended  
tire inflation pressure levels for the mounted  
tires.  
430i, 430i xDrive  
Tire size  
Pressure specifica‐  
tions in bar/PSI  
2. Check the tire inflation pressure in all four  
tires, using a pressure gage, for example.  
3. Correct the tire inflation pressure if the cur‐  
rent tire inflation pressure value deviates from  
the specified value.  
Specifications in  
bar/PSI with cold  
tires  
4. Check whether all valve caps are screwed  
onto the tire valves.  
225/50 R 17 94 V  
M+S A/S RSC  
2.2 / 32  
2.4 / 35  
After correcting the tire inflation  
pressure  
For run-flat tires: reinitialize run-flat tires.  
225/45 R 18 91 V  
M+S A/S RSC  
225/45 R 18 91 Y  
RSC  
For the Tire Pressure Monitor TPM: reset the  
Tire Pressure Monitor TPM.  
225/50 R 17 94 H  
M+S RSC  
Tire inflation pressures up to  
100 mph/160 km/h  
For speeds of up to 100 mph/160 km/h and for  
optimum driving comfort, note the pressure val‐  
ues in the tire inflation pressure table, refer to  
page 247, and adjust as necessary.  
225/45 R 18 95 V  
M+S XL RSC  
225/40 R 19 93 V  
M+S XL A/S RSC  
2.2 / 32  
2.6 / 38  
Front: 225/45 R 18 2.2 / 32  
91 Y RSC  
-
Rear: 255/40 R 18  
95 Y RSC  
-
2.2 / 32  
Front: 225/45 ZR  
18 95 Y XL Std  
2.2 / 32  
-
Rear: 255/40 ZR 18 -  
99 Y XL Std  
2.2 / 32  
These pressure values can also be found on the  
tire inflation pressure label on the driver's door  
pillar.  
Front: 225/40 R 19 2.2 / 32  
89 Y RSC  
-
Rear: 255/35 R 19  
92 Y RSC  
-
2.4 / 35  
-
Do not exceed a speed of 100 mph/160 km/h.  
Front: 225/35 R 20 2.4 / 35  
90 Y XL RSC  
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Tire size  
Pressure specifica‐  
tions in bar/PSI  
Tire size  
Pressure specifica‐  
tions in bar/PSI  
Rear: 255/30 R 20  
92 Y XL RSC  
-
2.8 / 41  
Front: 225/35 R 20 2.6 / 38  
90 Y XL RSC  
-
Rear: 255/30 R 20  
92 Y XL RSC  
-
3.0 / 44  
Emergency wheel: Speed up to a max. of  
50 mph / 80 km/h  
T 135/80 R 17 102  
M
4.2 / 60  
Emergency wheel: Speed up to a max. of  
50 mph / 80 km/h  
T 135/80 R 17 102  
440i, 440i xDrive  
M
4.2 / 60  
Tire size  
Pressure specifica‐  
tions in bar/PSI  
Tire inflation pressures at max.  
speeds above 100 mph/160 km/h  
Specifications in  
bar/PSI with cold  
tires  
WARNING  
In order to drive at maximum speeds in excess  
of 100 mph/160 km/h, please observe, and, if  
necessary, adjust tire pressures for speeds ex‐  
ceeding 100 mph/160 km/h from the relevant  
table on the following pages. Otherwise, tire  
damage and accidents could occur.  
225/45 R 18 91 V 2.2 / 32  
M+S A/S RSC  
2.4 / 35  
225/45 R 18 91 Y  
RSC  
225/50 R 17 94 H  
M+S RSC  
For speeds over 100 mph/160 km/h and for opti‐  
mum driving comfort, note the pressure values in  
the tire inflation pressure table, refer to  
225/45 R 18 95 V  
M+S XL RSC  
page 248, and adjust as necessary.  
225/40 R 19 93 V 2.4 / 35  
M+S XL A/S RSC  
2.6 / 38  
Tire inflation pressure values  
over 100 mph/160 km/h  
Front: 225/45 R 18 2.2 / 32  
91 Y RSC  
-
430i, 430i xDrive  
Without high-speed tuning feature  
Rear: 255/40 R 18  
95 Y RSC  
-
2.4 / 35  
Front: 225/45 ZR  
18 95 Y XL Std  
2.2 / 32  
-
-
Rear: 255/40 ZR  
18 99 Y XL Std  
2.4 / 35  
-
Front: 225/40 R 19 2.4 / 35  
89 Y RSC  
Rear: 255/35 R 19  
92 Y RSC  
-
2.6 / 38  
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With high-speed tuning feature  
Tire size  
Pressure specifica‐  
tions in bar/PSI  
Tire size  
Pressure specifica‐  
tions in bar/PSI  
Specifications in  
bar/PSI with cold  
tires  
Specifications in  
bar/PSI with cold  
tires  
225/50 R 17 94 V  
M+S A/S RSC  
2.4 / 35  
2.6 / 38  
2.9 / 42  
3.1 / 45  
225/50 R 17 94 H 2.4 / 35  
M+S RSC  
2.9 / 42  
3.1 / 45  
225/50 R 17 94 H  
M+S RSC  
225/45 R 18 91 Y 2.6 / 38  
RSC  
225/45 R 18 91 V  
M+S A/S RSC  
225/45 R 18 95 V  
M+S XL RSC  
225/45 R 18 91 Y  
RSC  
Front: 225/45 R 18 2.4 / 35  
91 Y RSC  
-
225/45 R 18 95 V  
M+S XL RSC  
Rear: 255/40 R 18  
95 Y RSC  
-
2.7 / 39  
225/40 R 19 93 V  
M+S XL A/S RSC  
Front: 225/45 ZR  
18 95 Y XL Std  
2.4 / 35  
-
-
Front: 225/45 R 18 2.4 / 35  
91 Y RSC  
-
Rear: 255/40 ZR  
18 99 Y XL Std  
2.7 / 39  
Rear: 255/40 R 18  
95 Y RSC  
-
2.7 / 39  
Front: 225/40 R 19 2.4 / 35  
89 Y RSC  
-
Front: 225/45 ZR  
18 95 Y XL Std  
2.4 / 35  
-
Rear: 255/35 R 19  
92 Y RSC  
2.7 / 39  
-
Rear: 255/40 ZR 18 -  
99 Y XL Std  
2.7 / 39  
Front: 225/35 R 20 2.6 / 38  
90 Y XL RSC  
Front: 225/40 R 19 2.4 / 35  
89 Y RSC  
-
Rear: 255/30 R 20  
92 Y XL RSC  
-
3.1 / 45  
Rear: 255/35 R 19  
92 Y RSC  
-
2.7 / 39  
-
Emergency wheel: Speed up to a max. of  
Front: 225/35 R 20 2.6 / 38  
90 Y XL RSC  
50 mph / 80 km/h  
T 135/80 R 17  
102 M  
4.2 / 60  
Rear: 255/30 R 20  
92 Y XL RSC  
-
3.1 / 45  
440i, 440i xDrive  
Without high-speed tuning feature  
Emergency wheel: Speed up to a max. of  
50 mph / 80 km/h  
T 135/80 R 17 102  
M
4.2 / 60  
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Tire size  
Pressure specifica‐  
tions in bar/PSI  
Tire size  
Pressure specifica‐  
tions in bar/PSI  
Specifications in  
bar/PSI with cold  
tires  
Specifications in  
bar/PSI with cold  
tires  
225/50 R 17 94 H 2.5 / 36  
M+S RSC  
3.0 / 44  
3.2 / 46  
225/50 R 17 94 H 2.5 / 36  
M+S RSC  
3.0 / 44  
3.2 / 46  
225/45 R 18 91 V 2.7 / 39  
M+S A/S RSC  
225/45 R 18 91 Y 2.7 / 39  
RSC  
225/45 R 18 91 Y  
RSC  
225/45 R 18 95 V  
M+S XL RSC  
225/45 R 18 95 V  
M+S XL RSC  
Front:  
225/45 R 18 91 Y  
RSC  
2.5 / 36  
-
225/40 R 19 93 V 2.9 / 42  
M+S XL A/S RSC  
3.2 / 46  
Rear: 255/40 R 18  
95 Y RSC  
-
2.8 / 41  
Front: 225/45 R 18 2.5 / 36  
91 Y RSC  
-
Front: 225/45 ZR  
18 95 Y XL Std  
2.5 / 36  
-
-
Rear: 255/40 R 18  
95 Y RSC  
-
2.8 / 41  
Rear: 255/40 ZR  
18 99 Y XL Std  
2.8 / 41  
-
Front: 225/45 ZR  
18 95 Y XL Std  
2.5 / 36  
-
-
Front:  
225/40 R 19 89 Y  
RSC  
2.7 / 39  
Rear: 255/40 ZR  
18 99 Y XL Std  
2.8 / 41  
Rear: 255/35 R 19  
92 Y RSC  
-
2.8 / 41  
-
Front: 225/40 R 19 2.7 / 39  
89 Y RSC  
-
Front: 225/35  
R 20 90 Y XL RSC  
2.9 / 42  
-
Rear: 255/35 R 19  
92 Y RSC  
-
2.8 / 41  
-
Rear: 255/30 R 20  
92 Y XL RSC  
3.4 / 49  
Front: 225/35 R 20 2.9 / 42  
90 Y XL RSC  
Emergency wheel: Speed up to a max. of  
Rear: 255/30 R 20  
92 Y XL RSC  
-
3.4 / 49  
50 mph / 80 km/h  
T 135/80 R 17  
102 M  
4.2 / 60  
Emergency wheel: Speed up to a max. of  
50 mph / 80 km/h  
T 135/80 R 17 102  
M
4.2 / 60  
With high-speed tuning feature  
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Tire age  
Tire identification marks  
Recommendation  
Regardless of the tire tread, replace tires at least  
every 6 years.  
Tire size  
245/45 R 18 96 Y  
245: nominal width in mm  
45: aspect ratio in %  
Manufacture date  
You can find the manufacture date of the tire on  
the tire's sidewall.  
R: radial tire code  
18: rim diameter in inches  
96: load rating, not for ZR tires  
Y: speed rating, before the R on ZR tires  
Designation  
Manufacture date  
DOT … 0118  
1st week, 2018  
Maximum tire load  
Maximum tire load is the maximum permissible  
weight for which the tire is approved.  
Uniform Tire Quality Grading  
Quality grades can be found where applicable on  
the tire sidewall between tread shoulder and  
maximum section width.  
Locate the maximum tire load on the tire sidewall  
and the Gross Axle Weight Rating – GAWR – on  
the certification label on the driver’s door pillar.  
E.g.: Treadwear 200; Traction AA; Temperature  
A
Divide the tire load by 1.1. It must be greater  
than one-half of the vehicle’s Gross Axle Weight  
Rating – GAWR. Note, front vs. rear GAWR and  
tire loads, respectively.  
DOT Quality Grades  
Treadwear  
Traction AA A B C  
Temperature A B C  
Speed letter  
Q = up to 100 mph/160 km/h  
R = up to 106 mph/170 km/h  
S = up to 112 mph/180 km/h  
T = up to 118 mph/190 km/h  
H = up to 131 mph/210 km/h  
V = up to 150 mph/240 km/h  
W = up to 167 mph/270 km/h  
Y = up to 186 mph/300 km/h  
All passenger vehicle tires must conform to Fed‐  
eral Safety Requirements in addition to these  
grades.  
Treadwear  
The treadwear grade is a comparative rating  
based on the wear rate of the tire when tested  
under controlled conditions on a specified gov‐  
ernment test course. E.g., a tire graded 150  
would wear one and one-half, 1 g, times as well  
on the government course as a tire graded 100.  
The relative performance of tires depends upon  
the actual conditions of their use, however, and  
may depart significantly from the norm due to  
variations in driving habits, service practices and  
differences in road characteristics and climate.  
Tire Identification Number  
DOT code: DOT xxxx xxx 0118  
xxxx: manufacturer code for the tire brand  
xxx: tire size and tire design  
0118: tire age  
Tires with DOT codes meet the guidelines of the  
U.S. Department of Transportation.  
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Traction  
M+S  
The traction grades, from highest to lowest, are  
AA, A, B, and C.  
Winter and all-season tires with better cold  
weather performance than summer tires.  
Those grades represent the tire's ability to stop  
on wet pavement as measured under controlled  
conditions on specified government test surfa‐  
ces of asphalt and concrete. A tire marked C may  
have poor traction performance.  
Tire tread  
Summer tires  
The traction grade assigned to this tire is based  
on straight-ahead braking traction tests, and  
does not include acceleration, cornering, hydro‐  
planing, or peak traction characteristics.  
Do not drive with a tire tread of less than  
0.12 in/3 mm, otherwise there is an increased  
risk of hydroplaning.  
Winter tires  
Do not drive with a tire tread of less than  
0.16 in/4 mm, as such tires are less suitable for  
winter operation.  
Temperature  
The temperature grades are A, the highest, B,  
and C, representing the tire's resistance to the  
generation of heat and its ability to dissipate heat  
when tested under controlled conditions on a  
specified indoor laboratory test wheel. Sustained  
high temperature can cause the material of the  
tire to degenerate and reduce tire life, and exces‐  
sive temperature can lead to sudden tire failure.  
The grade C corresponds to a level of perform‐  
ance which all passenger vehicle tires must meet  
under the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard  
No. 109. Grades Band A represent higher levels  
of performance on the laboratory test wheel than  
the minimum required by law.  
Minimum tread depth  
Wear indicators are distributed around the tire's  
circumference and have the legally required min‐  
imum height of 0.063 inches/1.6 mm.  
WARNING  
The temperature grade for this tire is estab‐  
lished for a tire that is properly inflated and not  
overloaded. Excessive speed, underinflation, or  
excessive loading, either separately or in com‐  
bination, can cause heat buildup and possible  
tire failure.  
The positions of the wear indicators are marked  
on the tire sidewall with TWI, Tread Wear Indica‐  
tor.  
Tire damage  
RSC – Run-flat tires  
Run-flat tires, refer to page 255, are labeled with  
a circular symbol containing the letters RSC  
marked on the sidewall.  
General information  
Inspect your tires regularly for damage, foreign  
objects lodged in the tread, and tread wear.  
Driving over rough or damaged road surfaces, as  
well as debris, curbs and other obstacles can  
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cause serious damage to wheels, tires and sus‐  
pension parts. This is more likely to occur with  
low-profile tires, which provide less cushioning  
between the wheel and the road. Be careful to  
avoid road hazards and reduce your speed, es‐  
pecially if your vehicle is equipped with low-pro‐  
file tires.  
ger of accidents and property damage. If possi‐  
ble, drive around obstacles, or drive over them  
slowly and carefully.  
Changing wheels and tires  
Indications of tire damage or other vehicle mal‐  
functions:  
Mounting  
Have mounting and wheel balancing carried out  
by a dealer’s service center or another qualified  
service center or repair shop.  
▷ Unusual vibrations.  
▷ Unusual tire or running noises.  
▷ Unusual handling such as a strong tendency  
to pull to the left or right.  
Wheel and tire combination  
General information  
You can ask the dealer’s service center or an‐  
other qualified service center or repair shop  
about the correct wheel/tire combination and  
wheel rim versions for the vehicle.  
Damage can be caused by the following situa‐  
tions, for instance:  
▷ Driving over curbs.  
▷ Road damage.  
▷ Tire inflation pressure too low.  
▷ Vehicle overloading.  
▷ Incorrect tire storage.  
Safety information  
Safety information  
WARNING  
Wheels and tires which are not suitable for your  
vehicle can damage parts of the vehicle, for in‐  
stance due to contact with the body due to tol‐  
erances despite the same official size rating.  
There is a risk of an accident. The manufac‐  
turer of your vehicle strongly suggests that you  
use wheels and tires that have been recom‐  
mended by the vehicle manufacturer for your  
vehicle type.  
WARNING  
Damaged tires can lose tire inflation pressure,  
which can lead to loss of vehicle control. There  
is a risk of an accident. If tire damage is sus‐  
pected while driving, immediately reduce speed  
and stop. Have wheels and tires checked. For  
this purpose, drive carefully to the nearest deal‐  
er’s service center or another qualified service  
center or repair shop. Have vehicle towed or  
transported as needed. Do not repair damaged  
tires, but have them replaced.  
WARNING  
Incorrect wheel/tire combinations will have a  
negative impact on the vehicle's handling and  
on the function of a variety of systems, such as  
ABS or DSC. There is a risk of an accident. To  
maintain good handling and vehicle response,  
use only tires with a single tread configuration  
from a single manufacturer. The manufacturer  
of the vehicle recommends that you use  
WARNING  
Tires can become damaged by driving over ob‐  
stacles, e.g., curbs or road damage, at high  
speed. Larger wheels have a smaller tire cross-  
section. The smaller the tire cross-section, the  
higher the risk of tire damage. There is a dan‐  
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wheels and tires that have been recommended  
by the vehicle manufacturer for your vehicle  
type. Following tire damage, have the original  
wheel/tire combination remounted on the vehi‐  
cle as soon as possible.  
Winter tires  
Winter tires are recommended for operating on  
winter roads.  
Although so-called all-season M+S tires provide  
better winter traction than summer tires, they  
usually do not provide the same level of perform‐  
ance as winter tires.  
Recommended tire brands  
Maximum speed of winter tires  
If the maximum speed of the vehicle is higher  
than the permissible speed for the winter tires,  
then attach a label showing the permissible maxi‐  
mum speed in the field of view. The label is avail‐  
able from a dealer’s service center or another  
qualified service center or repair shop.  
With winter tires mounted, observe and do not  
exceed the permissible maximum speed.  
For each tire size, the manufacturer of the vehi‐  
cle recommends certain tire brands. The tire  
brands can be identified by a star on the tire  
sidewall.  
Run-flat tires  
If you are already using run-flat tires, for your own  
safety you should replace them only with the  
same kind. No spare tire is available in the case  
of a flat tire. Further information is available from  
a dealer’s service center or another qualified  
service center or repair shop.  
New tires  
Tire traction is not optimal due to manufacturing  
circumstances when tires are brand-new; they  
achieve their full traction potential after a break-in  
time.  
Rotating wheels between axles  
Drive conservatively for the first  
200 miles/300 km.  
Different wear patterns can occur on the front  
and rear axles depending on individual driving  
conditions. The tires can be rotated in pairs be‐  
tween the axles to achieve even wear. Further in‐  
formation is available from a dealer’s service cen‐  
ter or another qualified service center or repair  
shop. After rotating, check the tire pressure and  
correct, if needed.  
Retreaded tires  
WARNING  
Retreaded tires can have different tire casing  
structures. With advanced age the service life  
can be limited. There is a risk of an accident.  
The manufacturer of your vehicle does not rec‐  
ommend the use of retreaded tires.  
Rotating the tires between the axes is not per‐  
missible on vehicles with different tire sizes or  
rim sizes on the front and rear axles.  
The manufacturer of your vehicle does not rec‐  
ommend the use of retreaded tires.  
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Drive moderately and do not exceed a speed of  
50 mph/80 km/h.  
Storing tires  
Air pressure  
Do not exceed the maximum tire inflation pres‐  
sure indicated on the side wall of the tire.  
Label  
Storage  
Store wheels and tires in a cool, dry and dark  
place.  
Always protect tires against all contact with oil,  
grease, and solvents.  
Do not leave tires in plastic bags.  
Remove dirt from wheels or tires.  
The tires are marked on the tire sidewall with  
RSC Run-flat System Component.  
Run-flat tires  
Concept  
Run-flat tires permit continued driving under re‐  
stricted conditions even in the event of a com‐  
plete loss of tire inflation pressure.  
Repairing a flat tire  
Safety measures  
▷ Park the vehicle as far away as possible from  
passing traffic and on solid ground.  
General information  
The wheels consist of tires that are self-support‐  
ing, to a limited degree, and possibly special  
rims.  
▷ Switch on the hazard warning system.  
▷ Secure the vehicle against rolling away by  
setting the parking brake.  
▷ Turn the steering wheel until the front wheels  
are in the straight-ahead position and engage  
the steering wheel lock.  
The support of the sidewall allows the tire to re‐  
main drivable to a restricted degree in the event  
of a tire inflation pressure loss.  
▷ Have all vehicle occupants get out of the ve‐  
hicle and ensure that they remain outside the  
immediate area in a safe place, such as be‐  
hind a guardrail.  
Follow the instructions for continued driving with  
a flat tire.  
Safety information  
▷ If necessary, set up a warning triangle at an  
appropriate distance.  
WARNING  
Your vehicle handles differently with a run-flat  
with no or low inflation pressure; for instance,  
your lane stability when braking is reduced,  
braking distances are longer and the self-steer‐  
ing properties will change. There is a risk of an  
accident.  
Mobility System  
Concept  
With the Mobility System, minor tire damage can  
be sealed temporarily to enable continued travel.  
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To accomplish this, sealant is pumped into the  
tires, which seals the damage from the inside.  
Observe use-by date on the sealant container.  
Compressor  
General information  
▷ Follow the instructions on using the Mobility  
System found on the compressor and sealant  
container.  
▷ Use of the Mobility System may be ineffec‐  
tive if the tire puncture measures approx.  
1/8 inches/4 mm or more.  
▷ Contact a dealer’s service center or another  
qualified service center or repair shop if the  
tire cannot be made drivable.  
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On/off switch  
▷ If possible, do not remove foreign bodies that  
have penetrated the tire. Only remove foreign  
objects if they are visibly protruding from the  
tire.  
Sealant container holder  
Reduce tire inflation pressure button  
Tire pressure gage  
▷ Pull the speed limit sticker off the sealant  
container and apply it to the steering wheel.  
Compressor  
Connector/cable for socket  
▷ The use of a sealant can damage the TPM  
wheel electronics. In this case, have the TPM  
wheel electronics replaced at the next oppor‐  
tunity.  
Connection hose — stowed in the bottom of  
the compressor  
Safety measures  
▷ Park the vehicle as far away as possible from  
passing traffic and on solid ground.  
▷ The compressor can be used to check the  
tire inflation pressure.  
Storage  
▷ Switch on the hazard warning system.  
The Mobility System is located under the cargo  
floor panel.  
▷ Secure the vehicle against rolling away by  
setting the parking brake.  
▷ Turn the steering wheel until the front wheels  
are in the straight-ahead position and engage  
the steering wheel lock.  
Sealant container  
▷ Have all vehicle occupants get out of the ve‐  
hicle and ensure that they remain outside the  
immediate area in a safe place, such as be‐  
hind a guardrail.  
▷ If necessary, set up a warning triangle at an  
appropriate distance.  
▷ Sealant container, arrow 1.  
▷ Filling hose, arrow 2.  
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2. Take the connection hose completely out of  
the compressor housing. Do not kink the  
hose.  
Filling the tire with sealant  
Safety information  
DANGER  
If the exhaust pipe is blocked or ventilation is in‐  
sufficient, harmful exhaust gases can enter into  
the vehicle. The exhaust gases contain pollu‐  
tants which are colorless and odorless. In en‐  
closed areas, exhaust gases can also accumu‐  
late outside of the vehicle. There is danger to  
life. Keep the exhaust pipe free and ensure suf‐  
ficient ventilation.  
3. Attach the connection hose to the connector  
of the sealing container, ensuring that it en‐  
gages audibly.  
NOTE  
The compressor can overheat during extended  
operation. There is a risk of damage to prop‐  
erty. Do not run the compressor for more than  
10 minutes.  
Filling  
1. Shake the sealant container.  
4. Slide the sealing container upright into the  
holder on the compressor housing, ensuring  
that it engages audibly.  
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5. Remove the valve cap from the tire valve and  
screw the connection hose onto the tire valve  
of the nonworking wheel.  
If a tire inflation pressure of 2 bar is not reached:  
1. Switch off the compressor.  
2. Pull the connector out of the power socket  
inside the vehicle.  
3. Unscrew the filling hose from the tire valve.  
4. Drive 33 ft/10 m forward and back to distrib‐  
ute the sealant in the tire.  
5. Inflate the tire again using the compressor.  
If a tire inflation pressure of 2 bar cannot be  
reached, contact your dealer’s service center  
or another qualified service center or repair  
shop.  
6. With the compressor switched off, insert the  
plug into a power socket inside the vehicle.  
Stowing the Mobility System  
1. Remove the connection hose of the sealant  
container from the tire valve.  
2. Pull the compressor connector out of the  
socket inside the vehicle.  
3. Remove the connection hose from the seal‐  
ant container.  
4. Wrap and store the sealant container and the  
connection hose in suitable material to avoid  
dirtying the cargo area.  
7. With the ignition switched on or the engine  
running, switch on the compressor.  
5. Stow the Mobility System back in the cargo  
area.  
Distributing the sealant  
Immediately drive approx. 5 miles/10 km to en‐  
sure that the sealant is evenly distributed in the  
tire.  
Do not exceed the permissible maximum speed  
of 50 mph/80 km/h.  
If possible, do not drive at speeds less than  
12 mph/20 km/h.  
Let the compressor run for max. 10 minutes to fill  
the tire with sealant and achieve a tire inflation  
pressure of approx. 2.5 bar.  
While the tire is being filled with sealant, the tire  
inflation pressure may sporadically reach approx.  
5 bar. Do not switch off the compressor at this  
point.  
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Correcting the tire inflation  
pressure  
Continuing the trip  
Do not exceed the maximum permissible speed  
of 50 mph/80 km/h.  
1. Stop at a suitable location.  
Reinitialize the run-flat tires.  
2. Screw the connection hose onto the tire  
valve stem.  
Reset the Tire Pressure Monitor TPM.  
Replace the nonworking tire and the sealant con‐  
tainer of the Mobility System at the next opportu‐  
nity.  
Snow chains  
Safety information  
WARNING  
3. Attach the connection hose directly to the  
compressor.  
With the mounting of snow chains on unsuita‐  
ble tires, the snow chains can come into con‐  
tact with vehicle parts. There is a risk of acci‐  
dents or risk of damage to property. Only  
mount snow chains on tires that are designated  
by their manufacturer as suitable for the use of  
snow chains.  
WARNING  
4. Insert the connector into the power socket in‐  
side the vehicle.  
Insufficiently tight snow chains may damage  
tires and vehicle components. There is a risk of  
accidents or risk of damage to property. Make  
sure that the snow chains are always suffi‐  
ciently tight. Re-tighten as needed according to  
the snow chain manufacturer's instructions.  
Fine-link snow chains  
The manufacturer of your vehicle recommends  
use of fine-link snow chains. Certain types of  
fine-link snow chains have been tested by the  
manufacturer of the vehicle and recommended  
as road-safe and suitable.  
5. Correct the tire inflation pressure to 2.5 bar.  
▷ Increase tire inflation pressure: with the ig‐  
nition switched on or the engine running,  
switch on the compressor.  
Information regarding suitable snow chains is  
available from a dealer’s service center or an‐  
other qualified service center or repair shop.  
▷ Reduce tire inflation pressure: press the  
button on the compressor.  
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life. If the vehicle is raised, do not lie under the  
vehicle and do not start the engine.  
Use  
Use only in pairs on the rear wheels, equipped  
with the tires of the following size:  
▷ 225/50 R 17.  
▷ 225/45 R 18.  
DANGER  
Supports such as wooden blocks under the ve‐  
hicle jack reduce the capacity of the vehicle  
jack to bear weight. They have the potential to  
exert too much strain on the vehicle jack, caus‐  
ing it to tip over and the vehicle to fall. There is  
a risk of injuries or danger to life. Do not place  
supports under the vehicle jack.  
Follow the snow chain manufacturer's instruc‐  
tions.  
Do not initialize the run-flat tires after mounting  
snow chains, as doing so may result in incorrect  
readings.  
Do not reset the Tire Pressure Monitor TPM af‐  
ter mounting snow chains, as doing so may re‐  
sult in incorrect readings.  
WARNING  
When driving with snow chains, briefly activate  
Dynamic Traction Control DTC, if needed.  
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 tires. Using the jack fre‐  
quently may cause it to become jammed or  
damaged. There is a risk of injury and risk of  
damage to property. Only use the jack to attach  
an emergency or spare wheel in the event of a  
breakdown.  
Maximum speed with snow  
chains  
Do not exceed a speed of 30 mph/50 km/h when  
using snow chains.  
Changing wheels/tires  
General information  
When using run-flat tires or a flat tire kit, a wheel  
does not always need to be changed immedi‐  
ately when there is a loss of tire inflation pressure  
due to a flat tire.  
WARNING  
On soft, uneven or slippery ground, for example  
snow, ice, tiles, etc., the vehicle jack can slip  
away. There is a risk of injury. If possible,  
change the wheel on a flat, solid, and slip-re‐  
sistant surface.  
If needed, the tools for changing wheels are  
available as accessories from a dealer’s service  
center or another qualified service center or re‐  
pair shop.  
WARNING  
Safety information  
The vehicle jack is optimized for lifting the vehi‐  
cle and for the jacking points on the vehicle  
only. There is a risk of injury. Do not lift any  
other vehicle or cargo using the vehicle jack.  
DANGER  
The vehicle jack is only provided for short-term  
lifting of the vehicle for wheel changes. Even if  
all safety measures are observed, there is a risk  
of the raised vehicle falling, if the vehicle jack  
tips over. There is a risk of injuries or danger to  
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MOBILITY  
On a slight downhill gradient  
WARNING  
If the vehicle jack is not inserted into the jacking  
point provided for this purpose, the vehicle may  
be damaged or the vehicle jack may slip when  
it is being cranked up. There is a risk of injury or  
risk of damage to property. When cranking up  
the vehicle jack, ensure that it is inserted in the  
jacking point next to the wheel housing.  
If you need to change a wheel on a slight down‐  
hill grade, place chocks and other suitable ob‐  
jects, for instance a rock, under the wheels of  
both the front and rear axles against the rolling  
direction.  
WARNING  
A vehicle that is raised on a vehicle jack may fall  
off of the jack if lateral forces are exerted on it.  
There is a risk of injury and risk of damage to  
property. While the vehicle is raised, do not ex‐  
ert lateral forces on the vehicle or pull abruptly  
on the vehicle. Have a stuck wheel removed by  
a dealer’s service center or another qualified  
service center or repair shop.  
Lug bolt lock  
Concept  
The wheel lug bolts have a special coding. The  
lug bolts can only be released with the adapter  
which matches the coding.  
Securing the vehicle against  
rolling  
Overview  
General information  
The adapter of the lug bolt lock is in the onboard  
vehicle tool kit or in a storage compartment close  
to the onboard vehicle tool kit.  
The vehicle manufacturer recommends to addi‐  
tionally secure the vehicle against rolling away  
when changing a wheel.  
On a level surface  
▷ Lug bolt, arrow 1.  
▷ Adapter, arrow 2.  
Place chocks or other suitable objects, for exam‐  
ple a rock, in front of and behind the wheel that is  
diagonally opposite to the wheel that you wish to  
change.  
Unscrewing  
1. Attach the adapter to the lug bolt.  
2. Unscrew the lug bolt.  
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3. Remove the adapter after unscrewing the lug  
bolt.  
Jacking points for the vehicle  
jack  
Screwing on  
1. Attach the adapter to the lug bolt. If neces‐  
sary, turn the adapter until it fits on the lug  
bolt.  
2. Screw on the lug bolt. The tightening torque  
is 140 Nm.  
3. Remove the adapter and stow it after screw‐  
ing on the lug bolt.  
The jacking points for the vehicle jack are lo‐  
cated at the indicated positions.  
Preparing the vehicle  
▷ Park the vehicle on solid and non-slip ground  
at a safe distance from traffic.  
▷ Switch on the hazard warning system.  
▷ Set the parking brake.  
▷ Engage a gear or move the selector lever to  
position P.  
▷ As soon as permitted by the traffic flow, have  
all vehicle occupants get out of the vehicle  
and ensure that they remain outside the im‐  
mediate area in a safe place, such as behind a  
guardrail.  
▷ Depending on the vehicle equipment, get  
wheel change tools and, if necessary, the  
emergency wheel from the vehicle.  
▷ If necessary, set up a warning triangle or port‐  
able hazard warning light at an appropriate  
distance.  
▷ Secure the vehicle additionally against rolling.  
▷ Loosen the lug bolts a half turn.  
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3. Extend the vehicle jack by turning the vehicle  
jack crank or lever clockwise.  
Jacking up the vehicle  
WARNING  
Hands and fingers can be jammed when using  
the vehicle jack. There is a risk of injury. Com‐  
ply with the described hand position and do not  
change this position while using the vehicle  
jack.  
1. Hold the vehicle jack with one hand, arrow 1,  
and grasp the vehicle jack crank with your  
other hand, arrow 2.  
4. Take your hand away from the vehicle jack as  
soon as the vehicle jack is under load and  
continue turning the vehicle jack crank or  
lever with one hand.  
5. Make sure that the vehicle jack foot stands  
vertically and at a right angle beneath the  
jacking point.  
2. Insert the vehicle jack into the rectangular re‐  
cess of the jacking point closest to the wheel  
to be changed.  
6. Make sure that the vehicle jack foot stands  
vertically and perpendicularly beneath the  
jacking point after extending the vehicle jack.  
7. Crank up the vehicle jack until the entire sur‐  
face of the jack is in contact with the ground  
and the wheel in question is raised a maxi‐  
mum of 1.2 inches/3 cm off the ground.  
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Mounting a wheel  
Mount one emergency wheel only, as required.  
1. Unscrew the lug bolts.  
2. Remove the wheel.  
3. Put the new wheel or emergency wheel on  
and screw in at least two lug bolts in a cross‐  
wise pattern until hand-tight.  
If non-original light-alloy wheels of the vehicle  
manufacturer are mounted, the accompany‐  
ing lug bolts may have to be used as well.  
4. Hand-tighten the remaining lug bolts and  
tighten all lug bolts well in a crosswise pat‐  
tern.  
5. Turn the vehicle jack crank counterclockwise  
to retract the vehicle jack and lower the vehi‐  
cle.  
6. Remove the vehicle jack and stow it securely.  
After the wheel change  
1. Tighten the lug bolts crosswise. The tighten‐  
ing torque is 101 lb ft/140 Nm.  
2. Stow the nonworking wheel in the cargo area,  
if necessary.  
The nonworking wheel cannot be stored un‐  
der the cargo floor panel because of its size.  
3. Check tire inflation pressure at the next op‐  
portunity and correct as needed.  
4. Reinitialize the run-flat tires.  
Reset the Tire Pressure Monitor TPM.  
5. Check to make sure the lug bolts are tight  
with a calibrated torque wrench.  
6. Have the damaged tire replaced at the near‐  
est dealer’s service center or another quali‐  
fied service center or repair shop.  
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Engine compartment  
It also describes features that are not necessarily  
available in your vehicle, e. g., due to the selected  
options or country versions. This also applies to  
safety-related functions and systems. When us‐  
ing these functions and systems, the applicable  
laws and regulations must be observed.  
Vehicle features and  
options  
This chapter describes all standard, country-spe‐  
cific and optional features offered with the series.  
Overview  
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5
Jump-starting, negative battery terminal  
Vehicle identification number  
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Oil filler neck  
Coolant reservoir  
Filler neck for washer fluid  
The coolant reservoir for 6-cylinder and die‐  
sel engines is located on the opposite side of  
the engine compartment.  
Jump-starting, positive battery terminal  
Engine compartment fuse box  
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Hood  
WARNING  
Body parts can be jammed when opening and  
closing the hood. There is a risk of injury. Make  
sure that the area of movement of the hood is  
clear during opening and closing.  
Safety information  
WARNING  
Improperly executed work in the engine com‐  
partment can damage vehicle components and  
impair vehicle functions. There is a risk of per‐  
sonal and property damage. The manufacturer  
of your vehicle recommends that, in the effort  
to avoid such risks, work in the engine com‐  
partment be performed by a dealer’s service  
center or another qualified service center or re‐  
pair shop.  
NOTE  
Folded-away wipers can be jammed when the  
hood is opened. There is a risk of damage to  
property. Make sure that the wipers with the  
wiper blades mounted are folded down onto  
the windshield before opening the hood.  
Opening the hood  
1. Pull lever, arrow 1.  
Hood is unlocked.  
WARNING  
The engine compartment accommodates mov‐  
ing components. Certain components in the  
engine compartment can also move with the  
vehicle switched off, for instance the radiator  
fan. There is a risk of injury. Do not reach into  
the area of moving parts. Keep articles of cloth‐  
ing and hair away from moving parts.  
WARNING  
There are protruding parts, for instance locking  
hook, on the inside of the hood. There is a risk  
of injury. If the hood is open, pay attention to  
protruding parts and keep clear of these areas.  
2. After the lever is released, pull the lever again,  
arrow 2.  
Hood can be opened.  
Indicator/warning lights  
When the hood is unlocked, a Check Control  
message is displayed.  
WARNING  
An incorrectly locked hood can open while driv‐  
ing and restrict visibility. There is a risk of an ac‐  
cident. Stop immediately and correctly close  
the hood.  
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Closing the hood  
Let the hood drop from a height of approx. 16 in‐  
ches/40 cm and push down on it to lock it fully.  
The hood must engage on both sides.  
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Engine oil  
MOBILITY  
Engine oil  
Vehicle features and  
options  
NOTE  
Too much engine oil can damage the engine or  
the catalytic converter. There is a risk of dam‐  
age to property. Do not add too much engine  
oil. When too much engine oil is added, have  
the engine oil level corrected by a dealer’s serv‐  
ice center or another qualified service center or  
repair shop.  
This chapter describes all standard, country-spe‐  
cific and optional features offered with the series.  
It also describes features that are not necessarily  
available in your vehicle, e. g., due to the selected  
options or country versions. This also applies to  
safety-related functions and systems. When us‐  
ing these functions and systems, the applicable  
laws and regulations must be observed.  
Electronic oil measurement  
General information  
General information  
The electronic oil measurement has two measur‐  
ing principles:  
The engine oil consumption is dependent on  
your driving style and driving conditions.  
▷ Monitoring.  
Therefore, regularly check the engine oil level af‐  
ter refueling by taking a detailed measurement.  
▷ Detailed measurement.  
The engine oil consumption can increase in the  
following situations, for example:  
When making frequent short-distance trips or  
using a dynamic driving style, for instance when  
taking curves aggressively, regularly perform a  
detailed measurement.  
▷ Sporty driving style.  
▷ Break-in of the engine.  
▷ Idling of the engine.  
Monitoring  
Concept  
The engine oil level is monitored electronically  
while driving and can be shown on the Control  
Display.  
▷ With use of engine oil types that are classified  
as not suitable.  
Different Check Control messages appear 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  
displayed.  
Safety information  
A red indicator light indicates that the en‐  
gine oil pressure is too low.  
NOTE  
An engine oil level that is too low causes en‐  
gine damage. There is a risk of damage to  
property. Immediately add engine oil.  
Functional requirements  
A current measured value is available after ap‐  
prox. 30 minutes of normal driving.  
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MOBILITY  
Displaying the engine oil level  
Performing a detailed measurement  
Via iDrive:  
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  
The engine oil level is checked and displayed via  
a scale.  
When making frequent short-distance trips or  
using a dynamic driving style, it may not be pos‐  
sible to calculate a measured value. In this case,  
the measured value for the last, sufficiently long  
trip is displayed.  
Adding engine oil  
General information  
Detailed measurement  
Concept  
The engine oil level is checked when the vehicle  
is stationary and displayed via a scale.  
Only add engine oil when the message is dis‐  
played in the instrument cluster. The quantity to  
be added is indicated in the message displayed  
in the instrument cluster.  
Only add suitable types of engine oil, refer to  
page 270.  
If the engine oil level is outside its permissible  
operating range, a Check Control message is  
displayed.  
Safely park the vehicle and switch off the ignition  
before adding engine oil.  
Take care not to add too much engine oil.  
General information  
During the measurement, the idle speed is in‐  
creased somewhat.  
Safety information  
Functional requirements  
WARNING  
▷ Vehicle is parked in a horizontal position.  
Operating materials, for instance oils, greases,  
coolants, fuels, can contain harmful ingredients.  
There is a risk of injuries or danger to life. Fol‐  
low the instructions on the containers. Avoid  
the contact of articles of clothing, skin or eyes  
with operating materials. Do not refill operating  
materials into different bottles. Store operating  
materials out of reach of children.  
▷ Manual transmission: shift lever in neutral po‐  
sition, clutch and accelerator pedals not de‐  
pressed.  
▷ Steptronic transmission: selector lever in se‐  
lector lever position N or P and accelerator  
pedal not depressed.  
▷ Engine is running and is at operating temper‐  
ature.  
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NOTE  
Only add the types of engine oil which are listed.  
Safety information  
An engine oil level that is too low causes en‐  
gine damage. There is a risk of damage to  
property. Immediately add engine oil.  
NOTE  
Oil additives can damage the engine. There is a  
risk of damage to property. Do not use oil addi‐  
tives.  
NOTE  
Too much engine oil can damage the engine or  
the catalytic converter. There is a risk of dam‐  
age to property. Do not add too much engine  
oil. When too much engine oil is added, have  
the engine oil level corrected by a dealer’s serv‐  
ice center or another qualified service center or  
repair shop.  
NOTE  
Incorrect engine oil can cause malfunctions in  
the engine or damage it. There is a risk of dam‐  
age to property. When selecting an engine oil,  
make sure that the engine oil has the correct oil  
rating.  
Overview  
The oil filler neck is located in the engine com‐  
partment, refer to page 265.  
Suitable engine oil types  
Add engine oils that meet the following oil rating  
standards:  
Adding engine oil  
1. Open the hood, refer to page 266.  
Gasoline engine  
2. Open the lid counterclockwise.  
BMW Longlife-01 FE.  
BMW Longlife-14 FE+.  
Alternative engine oil types  
If an engine oil suitable for continuous use is not  
available, up to 1 US quart/liter of an engine oil  
with the following oil rating can be added:  
Oil rating  
API SL.  
3. Add engine oil.  
4. Close the cap.  
API SM.  
API SN.  
Engine oil types to add  
General information  
The engine oil quality is critical for the life of the  
engine.  
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Viscosity grades  
Viscosity grades  
SAE 0W-20.  
SAE 0W-30.  
More information about suitable engine oil rat‐  
ings and viscosities of engine oils can be re‐  
quested from a dealer’s service center or another  
qualified service center or repair shop.  
Engine oil change  
NOTE  
Engine oil that is not changed in timely fashion  
can cause increased engine wear and thus en‐  
gine damage. There is a risk of damage to  
property. Do not exceed the service data indi‐  
cated in the vehicle.  
The vehicle manufacturer recommends that you  
have a dealer’s service center or another quali‐  
fied service center or repair shop change the en‐  
gine oil.  
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Coolant  
Vehicle features and  
options  
Coolant level  
General information  
This chapter describes all standard, country-spe‐  
cific and optional features offered with the series.  
It also describes features that are not necessarily  
available in your vehicle, e. g., due to the selected  
options or country versions. This also applies to  
safety-related functions and systems. When us‐  
ing these functions and systems, the applicable  
laws and regulations must be observed.  
The coolant level is indicted using minimum and  
maximum markings. Depending on the coolant  
reservoir, the minimum and maximum markings  
are located at different locations.  
Concept  
Depending on the engine installation, the coolant  
reservoir is located on the right side or the left  
side of the engine compartment.  
General information  
Checking the coolant level on the  
side markings  
Not all commercially available additives are suita‐  
ble for the vehicle. Information about suitable ad‐  
ditives is available from a dealer’s service center  
or another qualified service center or repair shop.  
1. Let the engine cool.  
2. The coolant level is correct if it lies between  
the minimum and maximum marks.  
The marks are on the side of the coolant res‐  
ervoir.  
Safety information  
Symbol  
Meaning  
Maximum.  
Minimum.  
WARNING  
With the engine hot and the cooling system  
open, coolant can escape and lead to scalding.  
There is a risk of injury. Only open the cooling  
system with the engine cooled down.  
WARNING  
Additives are harmful and incorrect additives  
can damage the engine. There is a risk of injury  
and risk of damage to property. Do not allow  
additives to come into contact with skin, eyes  
or articles of clothing. Use suitable additives  
only.  
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Checking the coolant level in the  
filler neck  
Adding  
1. Let the engine cool.  
There are yellow Min and Max marks in the cool‐  
ant reservoir.  
2. Turn the lid of the coolant reservoir slightly  
counterclockwise to allow any excess pres‐  
sure to dissipate, then open it.  
1. Let the engine cool.  
2. Turn the lid of the coolant reservoir slightly  
counterclockwise to allow any excess pres‐  
sure to dissipate, then open it.  
3. If the coolant is low, slowly add coolant up to  
the specified level; do not overfill.  
4. Turn the lid until there is an audible click. The  
arrows on the coolant reservoir and the lid  
must point towards one another.  
3. Open the coolant reservoir lid.  
4. The coolant level is correct if it lies between  
the minimum and maximum marks in the filler  
neck.  
5. Have the cause of the coolant loss eliminated  
as soon as possible.  
Disposal  
Comply with the relevant environmental  
protection regulations when disposing of  
coolant and coolant additives.  
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Maintenance  
General information  
Information on service requirements, refer to  
page 130, can be displayed on the Control Dis‐  
play.  
Vehicle features and  
options  
This chapter describes all standard, country-spe‐  
cific and optional features offered with the series.  
It also describes features that are not necessarily  
available in your vehicle, e. g., due to the selected  
options or country versions. This also applies to  
safety-related functions and systems. When us‐  
ing these functions and systems, the applicable  
laws and regulations must be observed.  
Service data in the remote  
control  
Information on the required maintenance is con‐  
tinuously stored in the remote control. The deal‐  
er’s service center can read this data out and  
suggest a maintenance scope for the vehicle.  
Therefore, hand the service advisor the remote  
control with which the vehicle was driven most  
recently.  
BMW maintenance system  
The maintenance system indicates required  
maintenance measures, and thereby provides  
support in maintaining road safety and the opera‐  
tional reliability of the vehicle.  
Storage periods  
Storage periods during which the vehicle battery  
was disconnected are not taken into account.  
If this occurs, have a dealer's service center or  
another qualified service center or repair shop  
update the time-dependent maintenance proce‐  
dures, such as checking brake fluid and, if neces‐  
sary, changing the engine oil and the microfilter/  
activated-charcoal filter.  
In some cases, scopes and intervals of the main‐  
tenance system may vary according to the coun‐  
try version. Replacement work, spare parts, fuels  
and lubricants, and wear materials are calculated  
separately. Further information is available from a  
dealer’s service center or another qualified serv‐  
ice center or repair shop.  
Service and Warranty  
Information Booklet for US  
models and Warranty and  
Service Guide Booklet for  
Canadian models  
Condition Based Service  
CBS  
Concept  
Sensors and special algorithms take into account  
the driving conditions of the vehicle. CBS uses  
these to calculate the need for maintenance.  
Please consult your Service and Warranty Infor‐  
mation Booklet for US models and Warranty and  
Service Guide Booklet for Canadian models for  
additional information on service requirements.  
The system makes it possible to adapt the  
amount of maintenance corresponding to your  
user profile.  
The manufacturer of your vehicle recommends  
that maintenance and repair be performed by a  
dealer’s service center or another qualified serv‐  
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ice center or repair shop. Records of regular  
maintenance and repair work should be retained.  
Position  
Socket for OBD Onboard  
Diagnosis  
General information  
Devices connected at the OBD socket trigger  
the alarm system when the vehicle is locked. Re‐  
move any devices connected at the OBD socket  
before locking the vehicle.  
There is an OBD socket on the driver's side for  
checking the primary components in the vehi‐  
cle's emissions.  
Safety information  
Emissions  
NOTE  
▷ The warning light lights up:  
The socket for Onboard Diagnosis is an intri‐  
cate component intended to be used in con‐  
junction with specialized equipment to check  
the vehicle’s primary emissions system. Im‐  
proper use of the socket for Onboard Diagno‐  
sis, or contact with the socket for Onboard Di‐  
agnosis for other than its intended purpose,  
can cause vehicle malfunctions and creates  
risks of personal and property damage. Given  
the foregoing, the manufacture of your vehicle  
strongly recommends that access to the socket  
for Onboard Diagnosis be limited to a dealer's  
service center or another qualified service cen‐  
ter or repair shop or other persons that have  
the specialized training and equipment for pur‐  
poses of properly utilizing the socket for On‐  
board Diagnosis.  
Emissions are deteriorating. Have the  
vehicle checked as soon as possible.  
▷ The warning light flashes under certain cir‐  
cumstances:  
This indicates that there is excessive misfiring  
in the engine.  
Reduce the vehicle speed and have the sys‐  
tem checked immediately; otherwise, serious  
engine misfiring within a brief period can seri‐  
ously damage emission control components,  
in particular the catalytic converter.  
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Replacing components  
not fold or switch on the wiper without a wiper  
blade installed.  
Vehicle features and  
options  
This chapter describes all standard, country-spe‐  
cific and optional features offered with the series.  
It also describes features that are not necessarily  
available in your vehicle, e. g., due to the selected  
options or country versions. This also applies to  
safety-related functions and systems. When us‐  
ing these functions and systems, the applicable  
laws and regulations must be observed.  
NOTE  
Folded-away wipers can be jammed when the  
hood is opened. There is a risk of damage to  
property. Make sure that the wipers with the  
wiper blades mounted are folded down onto  
the windshield before opening the hood.  
Replacing the front wiper blades  
1. To change the wiper blades, fold up the wiper  
arms, refer to page 113.  
Onboard vehicle tool kit  
2. Fold up and hold the wiper arm firmly.  
3. Squeeze the retainer spring, arrow 1, and fold  
up the wiper blade, arrow 2.  
The onboard vehicle tool kit is located on the  
right side in the cargo area in a storage compart‐  
ment. Open the cover.  
4. Remove the wiper blade forward from the  
catch.  
Wiper blades  
Safety information  
NOTE  
5. Insert the new wiper blade in reverse order of  
removal until it locks in place.  
6. Fold down the wipers.  
The window may sustain damage if the wiper  
falls onto it without the wiper blade installed.  
There is a risk of damage to property. Hold the  
wiper firmly when changing the wiper blade. Do  
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Light and bulb replacement Vehicle battery  
General information  
Maintenance  
The battery is maintenance-free.  
Lights and bulbs  
Lights and bulbs make an essential contribution  
to vehicle safety.  
The added amount of acid is sufficient for the  
service life of the battery.  
More information about the battery can be re‐  
quested from a dealer’s service center or another  
qualified service center or repair shop.  
All headlights and lights are made using LED  
technology.  
Some items of equipment use light-emitting di‐  
odes installed behind a cover as a light source.  
These light-emitting diodes are related to con‐  
ventional lasers and are officially designated as  
Class 1 light-emitting diodes.  
Replacing the vehicle battery  
General information  
The manufacturer of your vehicle recommends  
that you have a dealer’s service center or another  
qualified service center or repair shop register  
the vehicle battery to the vehicle after the battery  
has been replaced. Once the battery has been  
registered again, all comfort features will be avail‐  
able without restriction and any Check Control  
messages displayed which relate to comfort fea‐  
tures will disappear.  
The manufacturer of the vehicle recommends  
that you let a dealer’s service center or another  
qualified service center or repair shop perform  
the work in case of a malfunction.  
Follow the safety information, refer to page 277.  
Headlight glass  
Condensation can form on the inside of the ex‐  
ternal lights in cool or humid weather. When driv‐  
ing with the lights switched on, the condensation  
evaporates after a short time. The headlight  
glass does not need to be changed.  
Safety information  
NOTE  
If despite driving with the headlights switched on,  
increasing humidity forms, for instance water  
droplets in the light, have the headlights  
checked.  
Vehicle batteries that are not compatible can  
damage vehicle systems and impair vehicle  
functions. There is a risk of personal and prop‐  
erty damage. Only vehicle batteries that are  
compatible with your vehicle type should be in‐  
stalled in your vehicle. Information on compati‐  
ble vehicle batteries is available at your dealer’s  
service center.  
Safety information  
WARNING  
Intensive brightness can irritate or damage the  
retina of the eye. There is a risk of injury. Do not  
look directly into the headlights or other light  
sources. Do not remove the LED covers.  
Charging the battery  
General information  
Make sure that the battery is always sufficiently  
charged to guarantee that the battery remains  
usable for its full service life.  
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A discharged battery is indicated by a red  
indicator light.  
Maintain the battery in an upright position for  
transport and storage. Secure the battery so that  
it does not tip over during transport.  
The battery may need to be charged in the fol‐  
lowing cases:  
▷ When making frequent short-distance drives.  
Fuses  
▷ If the vehicle is not used for more than a  
month.  
General information  
The fuses are located in two different places in  
the vehicle.  
Safety information  
Information on the fuse types and locations, as  
well as the positions of any other fuse boxes, is  
found on a separate sheet in the fuse box in the  
cargo area.  
NOTE  
Battery chargers for the vehicle battery can  
work with high voltages and currents, which  
means that the 12 volt on-board network can  
be overloaded or damaged. There is a risk of  
damage to property. Only connect battery  
chargers for the vehicle battery to the starting  
aid terminals in the engine compartment.  
Safety information  
WARNING  
Incorrect and repaired fuses can overload elec‐  
trical lines and components. There is a risk of  
fire. Never attempt to repair a blown fuse. Do  
not replace a nonworking fuse with a substitute  
of another color or amperage rating.  
Starting aid terminals  
In the vehicle, only charge the battery via the  
starting aid terminals, refer to page 282, in the  
engine compartment with the engine off.  
In the engine compartment  
General information  
On right-hand drive vehicles, the fuses are lo‐  
cated on the opposite side of the engine com‐  
partment.  
Power failure  
After a power loss, some equipment needs to be  
newly initialized or individual settings updated, for  
example:  
▷ Seat and mirror memory: store the positions  
again.  
▷ Time: update.  
▷ Date: update.  
▷ Glass sunroof and sun protection: initialize  
the system.  
Disposing of old batteries  
Have old batteries disposed of by a deal‐  
er’s service center or another qualified  
service center or repair shop or take  
them to a collection point.  
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Removing the cover  
In the cargo area  
1. Use the onboard vehicle tool kit to loosen the  
three cover screws, arrow 1.  
Fold up the cargo floor panel.  
2. Pull up the holder, arrow 2.  
3. Remove the cover from one side, arrow 3.  
4. Press the four fasteners and remove the  
cover.  
Information on the fuse types and locations, as  
well as the positions of any other fuse boxes, is  
found on a separate sheet in the fuse box.  
Replacing fuses  
The vehicle manufacturer recommends that you  
have a dealer's service center or another quali‐  
fied service center or repair shop replace the  
fuses.  
Attaching the covers  
1. When attaching the cover, make sure that all  
four fasteners are engaged.  
2. Attach the cover under the rubber lip and  
then thread it between the bars.  
3. Press down on the holder and tighten the  
three screws.  
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Breakdown assistance  
Vehicle features and  
options  
Warning triangle  
This chapter describes all standard, country-spe‐  
cific and optional features offered with the series.  
It also describes features that are not necessarily  
available in your vehicle, e. g., due to the selected  
options or country versions. This also applies to  
safety-related functions and systems. When us‐  
ing these functions and systems, the applicable  
laws and regulations must be observed.  
The warning triangle is located on the inside of  
the tailgate.  
Hazard warning flashers  
To remove, loosen the bracket.  
First-aid kit  
General information  
Some of the articles have a limited service life.  
Check the expiration dates of the contents regu‐  
larly and replace any expired items promptly.  
The button is located in the center console.  
Storage  
The red light in the button flashes when the haz‐  
ard warning flashers are activated.  
The first-aid kit is located in the cargo area in a  
storage compartment.  
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fication is not affected by pressing the SOS but‐  
ton.  
Emergency Request  
Intelligent emergency call  
Manual triggering  
1. Touch the cover.  
Concept  
2. Press and hold the SOS button until the LED  
on the button illuminates green.  
In case of an emergency, an Emergency Re‐  
quest can be triggered automatically by the sys‐  
tem or manually.  
▷ The LED is illuminated green when an Emer‐  
gency Request has been initiated.  
Intelligent emergency call establishes a connec‐  
tion with the BMW Response Center.  
If a cancel prompt appears on the Control  
Display, the Emergency Request can be  
aborted.  
General information  
Only press the SOS button in an emergency.  
If the situation allows, wait in your vehicle until  
the voice connection has been established.  
For technical reasons, the Emergency Request  
cannot be guaranteed under unfavorable condi‐  
tions.  
▷ The LED flashes green when a connection to  
the BMW Response Center has been estab‐  
lished.  
The BMW Response Center then makes  
contact with you and takes further steps to  
help you.  
Overview  
Even if you are unable to respond, the BMW  
Response Center can take further steps to  
help you under certain circumstances.  
For this, data is transmitted to the BMW Re‐  
sponse Center which serves to determine the  
necessary rescue measures. E.g., the current  
position of the vehicle, if it can be established.  
Even if you can no longer hear the BMW Re‐  
sponse Center through the loudspeakers, the  
BMW Response Center may still be able to  
hear you.  
SOS button in the roofliner.  
Functional requirements  
▷ The Assist system is functional.  
▷ The ignition is switched on.  
The BMW Response Center ends the Emer‐  
gency Request.  
▷ If the vehicle is equipped with intelligent  
emergency call: the SIM card integrated in  
the vehicle has been activated.  
Jump-starting  
General information  
Automatic triggering  
Under certain conditions, for instance if the air‐  
bags trigger, an Emergency Request is automati‐  
cally initiated immediately after an accident of  
corresponding severity. Automatic Collision Noti‐  
If the battery is discharged, the engine can be  
started using the battery of another vehicle and  
two jumper cables. Only use jumper cables with  
fully insulated clamp handles.  
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Safety information  
Starting aid terminals  
DANGER  
Contact with live components can lead to an  
electric shock. There is a risk of injuries or dan‐  
ger to life. Do not touch any components that  
are under voltage.  
WARNING  
The starting aid terminal in the engine compart‐  
ment acts as the battery's positive terminal.  
If the jumper cables are connected in the incor‐  
rect order, sparking may occur. There is a risk  
of injury. Pay attention to the correct order dur‐  
ing connection.  
Open the cover of the starting aid terminal.  
NOTE  
In the case of body contact between the two  
vehicles, a short circuit can occur during jump-  
starting. There is a risk of damage to property.  
Make sure that no body contact occurs.  
The body ground or a special nut acts as the bat‐  
tery negative terminal.  
Preparation  
1. Check whether the battery of the other vehi‐  
cle has a voltage of 12 volts. The voltage in‐  
formation can be found on the battery.  
Connecting the cables  
To prevent personal injury or damage to both ve‐  
hicles, adhere strictly to the following procedure.  
2. Switch off the engine of the assisting vehicle.  
3. Switch off any electronic systems/power con‐  
sumers in both vehicles.  
1. Open the cover of the BMW starting aid ter‐  
minal.  
2. Attach one terminal clamp of the positive  
jumper cable to the positive terminal of the  
battery, or to the corresponding starting aid  
terminal of the vehicle providing assistance.  
3. Attach the terminal clamp on the other end of  
the cable to the positive terminal of the bat‐  
tery, or to the corresponding starting aid ter‐  
minal of the vehicle to be started.  
4. Attach one terminal clamp of the negative  
jumper cable to the negative terminal of the  
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battery, or to the corresponding engine or  
body ground of assisting vehicle.  
▷ Make sure that the ignition is switched on;  
otherwise, the low beams, tail lights, turn sig‐  
nals, and wipers may be unavailable.  
5. Attach the second terminal clamp to the neg‐  
ative terminal of the battery, or to the corre‐  
sponding engine or body ground of the vehi‐  
cle to be started.  
▷ Do not tow the vehicle with the rear axle  
tilted, as the front wheels could turn.  
▷ When the engine is stopped, there is no  
power assist. Consequently, more force  
needs to be applied when braking and steer‐  
ing.  
Starting the engine  
Never use spray fluids to start the engine.  
▷ Larger steering wheel movements are re‐  
quired.  
1. Start the engine of the assisting vehicle and  
let it run for several minutes at an increased  
idle speed.  
▷ The towing vehicle must not be lighter than  
the vehicle being towed; otherwise, it will not  
be possible to control the vehicle's response.  
2. Start the engine of the vehicle that is to be  
started in the usual way.  
▷ Do not exceed a towing speed of  
30 mph/50 km/h.  
If the first starting attempt is not successful,  
wait a few minutes before making another at‐  
tempt in order to allow the discharged battery  
to recharge.  
▷ Do not exceed a towing distance of  
30 miles/50 km.  
3. Let both engines run for several minutes.  
Tow truck  
4. Disconnect the jumper cables in the reverse  
order.  
With rear-wheel drive  
Check the battery and recharge, if needed.  
Tow-starting and towing  
Safety information  
WARNING  
Due to system limits, individual functions can  
malfunction during tow-starting/towing with the  
Intelligent Safety systems activated. There is a  
risk of an accident. Switch all Intelligent Safety  
systems off prior to tow-starting/towing.  
Your vehicle should be transported with a tow  
truck with a so-called lift bar or on a flat bed.  
NOTE  
The vehicle can become damaged when lifting  
and securing it.  
Manual transmission  
There is a risk of damage to property.  
▷ Lift the vehicle using suitable means.  
Towing or pushing the vehicle  
A broken-down vehicle can be towed or pushed.  
Roll or push, refer to page 116, the vehicle.  
Follow the following instructions:  
▷ Do not lift or secure the vehicle by its tow  
fitting, body parts, or suspension parts.  
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With xDrive  
Safety information  
NOTE  
The vehicle can be damaged when towing the  
vehicle with a single lifted axle. There is a risk of  
damage to property. The vehicle should only be  
transported on a loading platform.  
Pushing the vehicle  
To remove a broken-down vehicle from the dan‐  
ger area, it can be pushed for a short distance.  
The vehicle should only be transported on a  
loading platform.  
Roll or push, refer to page 117, the vehicle.  
NOTE  
Tow truck  
The vehicle can be damaged when towing the  
vehicle with a single lifted axle. There is a risk of  
damage to property. The vehicle should only be  
transported on a loading platform.  
NOTE  
The vehicle can become damaged when lifting  
and securing it.  
There is a risk of damage to property.  
▷ Lift the vehicle using suitable means.  
The vehicle should only be transported on a  
loading platform.  
▷ Do not lift or secure the vehicle by its tow  
fitting, body parts, or suspension parts.  
NOTE  
The vehicle can become damaged when lifting  
and securing it.  
Steptronic transmission:  
transporting the vehicle  
There is a risk of damage to property.  
▷ Lift the vehicle using suitable means.  
General information  
The vehicle is not permitted to be towed.  
▷ Do not lift or secure the vehicle by its tow  
fitting, body parts, or suspension parts.  
Towing other vehicles  
General information  
Switch on the hazard warning system, depend‐  
ing on local regulations.  
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If the electrical system has failed, clearly identify  
the vehicle being towed by placing a sign or a  
warning triangle in the rear window.  
Tow fitting  
General information  
Safety information  
WARNING  
If the approved gross vehicle weight of the tow‐  
ing vehicle is lighter than the vehicle to be  
towed, the tow fitting can tear off or it will not  
be possible to control the vehicle's response.  
There is a risk of an accident! Make sure that  
the gross vehicle weight of the towing vehicle is  
heavier than the vehicle to be towed.  
The screw-in tow fitting should always be carried  
in the vehicle.  
The tow fitting can be screwed in at the front or  
rear of the vehicle.  
NOTE  
The tow fitting and the onboard vehicle tool kit,  
refer to page 276, are together in the cargo area.  
If the tow bar or tow rope is attached incor‐  
rectly, damage to other vehicle parts can occur.  
There is a risk of damage to property. Correctly  
attach the tow bar or tow rope to the tow fitting.  
Use of the tow fitting:  
▷ Use only the tow fitting provided with the ve‐  
hicle and screw it all the way in.  
▷ Use the tow fitting for towing on paved roads  
only.  
Tow bar  
The tow fittings used should be on the same  
side on both vehicles.  
▷ Avoid lateral loading of the tow fitting, for in‐  
stance do not lift the vehicle by the tow fit‐  
ting.  
Should it prove impossible to avoid mounting the  
tow bar at an offset angle, please follow the fol‐  
lowing:  
Safety information  
▷ Maneuvering capability is limited going  
around corners.  
NOTE  
▷ The tow bar will generate lateral forces if it is  
secured with an offset.  
If the tow fitting is not used as intended, there  
may be damage to the vehicle or to the tow fit‐  
ting. There is a risk of damage to property. Fol‐  
low the notes on using the tow fitting.  
Tow rope  
When starting to tow the vehicle, make sure that  
the tow rope is taut.  
Use nylon ropes or straps, which will enable the  
vehicle to be towed without jerking.  
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Screw thread for tow fitting  
Press on the mark on the edge of the cover to  
push it out.  
Tow-starting  
Steptronic transmission  
Do not tow-start the vehicle.  
Tow-starting the engine is not possible due to  
the Steptronic transmission.  
Have the reasons for the starting difficulties cor‐  
rected by a dealer’s service center or another  
qualified service center or repair shop.  
Manual transmission  
If possible, do not tow-start the vehicle but start  
the engine by jump-starting, refer to page 281. If  
the vehicle is equipped with a catalytic converter,  
only tow-start while the engine is cold.  
1. Switch on the hazard warning system and  
comply with local regulations.  
2. Switch on the ignition, refer to page 105.  
3. Engage third gear.  
4. Have the vehicle tow-started with the clutch  
pedal pressed and slowly release the pedal.  
After the engine starts, immediately press on  
the clutch pedal again.  
5. Stop at a suitable location, remove the tow  
bar or rope, and switch off the hazard warning  
system.  
6. Have the vehicle checked by a dealer’s serv‐  
ice center or another qualified service center  
or repair shop.  
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Care  
Distances and temperature  
▷ Maximum temperature: 140 ℉/60 ℃.  
Vehicle features and  
options  
▷ Minimum distance from sensors, cameras,  
seals: 12 inches/30 cm.  
This chapter describes all standard, country-spe‐  
cific and optional features offered with the series.  
It also describes features that are not necessarily  
available in your vehicle, e. g., due to the selected  
options or country versions. This also applies to  
safety-related functions and systems. When us‐  
ing these functions and systems, the applicable  
laws and regulations must be observed.  
▷ Minimum distance from glass sunroof:  
31.5 in/80 cm.  
Automatic vehicle washes  
Safety information  
NOTE  
Washing the vehicle  
Water can penetrate in the windshield area due  
to high-pressure washers. There is a risk of  
damage to property. Avoid high-pressure  
washers.  
General information  
Regularly remove foreign objects such as leaves  
in the area below the windshield when the hood  
is raised.  
NOTE  
Wash your vehicle frequently, particularly in win‐  
ter. Intense soiling and road salt can damage the  
vehicle.  
Improper use of automatic vehicle washes can  
cause damage to the vehicle. There is a risk of  
damage to property. Follow the following in‐  
structions:  
Steam blaster and high-pressure  
washer  
▷ Give preference to cloth vehicle washes or  
those that use soft brushes in order to  
avoid paint damage.  
Safety information  
▷ Avoid vehicle washes with guide rails  
higher than 4 in/10 cm to avoid damage to  
the chassis.  
NOTE  
When cleaning with high-pressure washers,  
components can be damaged due to the pres‐  
sure or temperatures being too high. There is a  
risk of damage to property. Maintain sufficient  
distance and do not spray too long continu‐  
ously. Follow the operating instructions for the  
high-pressure washer.  
▷ Observe the tire width of the guide rail to  
avoid damage to tires and rims.  
▷ Fold in exterior mirrors to avoid damage to  
the exterior mirrors.  
▷ Deactivate the wiper and, if necessary, rain  
sensor to avoid damage to the wiper sys‐  
tem.  
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Completely remove all residues on the windows,  
to minimize loss of visibility due to smearing and  
to reduce wiper noises and wiper blade wear.  
Driving into a vehicle wash with a  
manual transmission  
In a vehicle wash, the vehicle must be able to roll  
freely.  
Roll or push the vehicle, refer to page 116.  
Vehicle care  
Driving into a vehicle wash with a  
Steptronic transmission  
Vehicle care products  
General information  
General information  
BMW recommends using vehicle care and  
cleaning products from BMW. Suitable care  
products are available from a dealer’s service  
center or another qualified service center or re‐  
pair shop.  
In a vehicle wash, the vehicle must be able to roll  
freely.  
Roll or push the vehicle, refer to page 117.  
Some vehicle washes do not permit persons in  
the vehicle. The vehicle cannot be locked from  
the outside when in selector lever position N. A  
signal sounds when an attempt is made to lock  
the vehicle.  
Safety information  
WARNING  
Cleansers can contain substances that are dan‐  
gerous and harmful to your health. There is a  
risk of injury. When cleaning the interior, open  
the doors or windows. Only use products in‐  
tended for cleaning vehicles. Follow the in‐  
structions on the container.  
Driving out of a vehicle wash  
Make sure that the remote control is in the vehi‐  
cle.  
Start the engine. Starting the engine, refer to  
page 106.  
Headlights  
Do not rub wet headlights dry and do not use  
abrasive or acidic cleaning agents.  
Vehicle paint  
General information  
Soak areas that have been dirtied, for instance  
from insects, with shampoo and wash off with  
water.  
Regular care contributes to driving safety and  
value retention. Environmental influences in  
areas with elevated air pollution or natural con‐  
taminants, such as tree resin or pollen can affect  
the vehicle's paintwork. Tailor the frequency and  
extent of your vehicle care to these influences.  
Thaw ice with de-icing spray; do not use an ice  
scraper.  
After washing the vehicle  
Aggressive substances such as spilled fuel, oil,  
grease or bird droppings, must be removed im‐  
mediately to prevent the finish from being altered  
or discolored.  
After washing the vehicle, apply the brakes  
briefly to dry them; otherwise, braking action can  
be reduced. The heat generated during braking  
dries brake discs and brake pads and protects  
them against corrosion.  
Matte finish  
Only use cleaning and care products suitable for  
vehicles with matte finish.  
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not use abrasive cleaning agents or steam jets  
above 140 ℉/60 ℃. Follow the manufacturer's  
instructions.  
Leather care  
Remove dust from the leather regularly, using a  
cloth or vacuum cleaner.  
Aggressive, acidic or alkaline cleaning agents can  
destroy the protective layer of adjacent compo‐  
nents, such as the brake disc.  
Otherwise, particles of dust and road grime chafe  
in pores and folds, and lead to increased wear  
and premature degradation of the leather sur‐  
face.  
After cleaning, apply the brakes briefly to dry  
them. The heat generated during braking dries  
brake discs and brake pads and protects them  
against corrosion.  
To guard against discoloration, such as from  
clothing, clean leather and provide leather care  
roughly every two months.  
Clean light-colored leather more frequently be‐  
cause soiling on such surfaces is substantially  
more visible.  
Chrome surfaces  
Carefully clean components such as the radiator  
grille or door handles with an ample supply of  
water, possibly with shampoo added, particularly  
when they have been exposed to road salt.  
Use leather care products; otherwise, dirt and  
grease will gradually break down the protective  
layer of the leather surface.  
Rubber components  
Upholstery material care  
General information  
Vacuum the upholstery regularly with a vacuum  
cleaner.  
Environmental influences can cause surface soil‐  
ing of rubber parts and a loss of gloss. Use only  
water and suitable cleaning agents for cleaning.  
Treat especially worn rubber parts with rubber  
care agents at regular intervals. When cleaning  
rubber seals, do not use any silicon-containing  
vehicle care products in order to avoid damage  
or noises.  
If upholstery is very dirty, for instance with bever‐  
age stains, use a soft sponge or microfiber cloth  
with a suitable interior cleaner.  
Clean the upholstery down to the seams using  
large sweeping motions. Avoid rubbing the ma‐  
terial vigorously.  
Fine wood parts  
Clean fine wood facing and fine wood compo‐  
nents only with a moist rag. Then dry with a soft  
cloth.  
Safety information  
Plastic components  
NOTE  
Open Velcro® fasteners on articles of clothing  
can damage the seat covers. There is a risk of  
damage to property. Ensure that any Velcro®  
fasteners are closed.  
NOTE  
Cleansers that contain alcohol or solvents, such  
as lacquer thinners, heavy-duty grease remov‐  
ers, fuel, or such, can damage plastic parts.  
There is a risk of damage to property. Clean  
with a microfiber cloth. Dampen cloth lightly  
with water.  
Caring for special components  
Light-alloy wheels  
When cleaning the vehicle, use only neutral  
Plastic components are e.g.:  
wheel cleaners having a pH value from 5 to 9. Do  
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▷ Imitation leather surfaces.  
▷ Roofliner.  
Floor mats can be removed from the car's inte‐  
rior for cleaning.  
If the floor carpets are very dirty, clean with a mi‐  
crofiber cloth and water or a textile cleaner. To  
prevent matting of the carpet, rub back and forth  
in the direction of travel only.  
▷ Light lenses.  
▷ Instrument cluster cover.  
▷ Matt black spray-coated components.  
▷ Painted parts in the car's interior.  
Clean with a microfiber cloth.  
Sensor/camera lenses  
To clean sensors and camera lenses, use a cloth  
moistened with a small amount of glass deter‐  
gent.  
Dampen cloth lightly with water.  
Do not soak the roofliner.  
Safety belts  
Displays/Screens/protective glass  
of the Head-up Display  
WARNING  
Chemical cleansers can destroy the safety belt  
webbing. Missing protective effect of the safety  
belts. There is a risk of injuries or danger to life.  
Use only a mild soapy solution for cleaning the  
safety belts.  
NOTE  
Chemical cleansers, moisture or fluids of any  
kind can damage the surface of displays and  
screens. There is a risk of damage to property.  
Clean with a clean, antistatic microfiber cloth.  
Dirty belt straps impede the reeling action and  
thus have a negative impact on safety.  
NOTE  
Use only a mild soapy solution, with the safety  
belts clipped into their buckles.  
The surface of displays can be damaged with  
improper cleaning. There is a risk of damage to  
property. Avoid pressure that is too high and do  
not use any scratching materials.  
Safety belts should only be allowed to retract if  
they are dry.  
Carpets and floor mats  
Clean with a clean, antistatic microfiber cloth.  
Clean the protective glass of the Head-up Dis‐  
play using a microfiber cloth and commercially  
available dish-washing soap.  
WARNING  
Objects in the driver's floor area can limit the  
pedal distance or block a depressed pedal.  
There is a risk of an accident. Stow objects in  
the vehicle such that they are secured and can‐  
not enter into the driver's floor area. Use floor  
mats that are suitable for the vehicle and can  
be safely attached to the floor. Do not use  
loose floor mats and do not layer several floor  
mats. Make sure that there is sufficient clear‐  
ance for the pedals. Ensure that the floor mats  
are securely fastened again after they were re‐  
moved, for instance for cleaning.  
Long-term vehicle storage  
When the vehicle is shut down for longer than  
three months, special measures must be taken.  
Further information is available from a dealer’s  
service center or another qualified service center  
or repair shop.  
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