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risk of property damage. Make sure that the

travel path of the respective system is clear

during programming and operation. Also fol-

low the safety information for the hand-held

transmitter.

Vehicle features and options

This chapter describes model-specific equip-

ment, systems, and functions that are currently

available, or may become available in the fu-

ture, even if they are not present in the vehicle.

Additional information:

Compatibility

Vehicle equipment, refer to page 8.

If this icon is printed on the packaging

or in the operating instructions of the

remote-controlled system, the system

is generally compatible with the integrated uni-

versal remote control.

Integrated universal remote

control

Additional questions are answered by:

Principle

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An authorized service center or another

qualified service center or repair shop.

The integrated universal remote control in the

interior mirror can operate remote-controlled

systems such as garage door openers, alarm

systems or locking systems.

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on the Internet.

HomeLink is a registered trademark of Gentex

Corporation.

For any additional questions, contact an au-

thorized service center or another qualified

service center or repair shop.

General information

The integrated universal remote control re-

places up to three different hand-held trans-

mitters. To operate the remote control, the

buttons on the interior mirror must be pro-

grammed with the desired functions.

Operating elements on the interior

mirror

Before selling the vehicle, delete the stored

functions for the sake of security.

If possible, do not install the antenna of the

remote-controlled system near metal objects

to ensure the best possible operation.

Safety information

Warning

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Buttons, arrow 1.

LED, arrow 2.

The operation of remote-controlled systems

with the integrated universal remote control

such as the garage door may result in injury,

for example, body parts becoming jammed in

a garage door. There is a risk of injury and

Hand-held transmitter of the remote-con-

trolled system, arrow 3.

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Press and hold the button on the interior

mirror for approx. 2 seconds. Perform

this procedure three times.

Programming the integrated

universal remote control

If the integrated universal remote con-

trol remains nonoperational, continue

with the special features for rolling code

radio systems.

Functional requirement

The battery of the hand-held transmitter must

be fully charged at the time of programming

to ensure an optimal range of the integrated

universal remote control.

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LED does not illuminate green after

60 seconds: programming not com-

pleted.

Programming individual buttons

1. Park the vehicle within range of the remote-

controlled system.

Repeat steps 3 to 5.

Special feature of the rolling code

wireless system

For systems with a rolling code radio system,

the integrated universal remote control and the

system also have to be synchronized.

2. Turn on standby state.

3. Select desired button on the interior mirror:

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Program available button:

Press the button.

Program already assigned button:

Refer to information on synchronization in the

operating instructions of the remote-controlled

system.

Press and hold the button for approx.

20 seconds.

The LED on the interior mirror will slowly

begin flashing orange.

1. Program the desired button on the interior

mirror.

4. Hold the hand-held transmitter for the

remote-controlled system approx. 1 to

12 in/2.5 to 30 cm away from the buttons

on the interior mirror.

2. Locate and press the synchronizing button

on the remote-controlled system such as

on the garage door.

You have approx. 30 seconds for the next

step.

The required distance depends on the

hand-held transmitter.

Synchronizing is easier with the aid of a

second person.

5. Press and hold the button on the hand-held

transmitter.

3. Press and hold the programmed button on

the interior mirror for approx. 3 seconds.

Canada: if programming with the hand-held

transmitter was interrupted, hold down the

interior mirror button and repeatedly press

and release the hand-held transmitter but-

ton for 2 seconds.

If necessary, repeat this step up to three

times in order to end synchronization. Once

synchronization is complete, the program-

med function will be carried out.

6. The LED can illuminate in different ways:

Operation

After programming, the remote-controlled sys-

tem can be operated with the button on the

interior mirror.

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The LED illuminates green: program-

ming completed.

Release button.

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The LED flashes green rapidly: the

hand-held transmitter was detected but

programming is not complete.

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Press and hold the desired button of the re-

mote-controlled system within range until the

function is triggered.

Sockets

Principle

The socket can be used for electronic devi-

ces when the standby or drive-ready state is

switched on.

The LED on the interior mirror is continuously

illuminated green during the transmission of

the radio signal.

Deleting a button assignment

The button assignment cannot be deleted indi-

vidually.

General information

The total load of all sockets must not exceed

140 watts at 12 volts.

Press and hold the two outer buttons on

the interior mirror simultaneously for approxi-

mately 10 seconds until the LED flashes green

rapidly.

Do not damage the socket by using unsuitable

connectors.

Safety information

All stored button assignments will be deleted.

Warning

Sun visor

Devices and cables in the unfolding area of

the airbags such as portable navigation devi-

ces can hinder the unfolding of the airbag or

be thrown around in the car's interior while

unfolding. There is a risk of injury and risk

of property damage. Make sure that devices

and cables are not in the airbag's area of

unfolding.

Glare shield

Fold the sun visor down or up.

Glare shield from the side

Folding the sun visor out

1. Fold the sun visor down.

2. Detach it from the holder and swing it to-

ward the side window.

Warning

Battery chargers that charge the vehicle bat-

tery via sockets or cigarette lighters in the

vehicle may overload or damage the 12 V

electrical system. There is a risk of injury

and risk of property damage. Only connect

battery chargers for the vehicle battery to the

jump-start terminals in the engine compart-

ment.

Folding the sun visor in

Proceed in the reverse order to close the sun

visor.

Vanity mirror

A vanity mirror is located in the sun visor be-

hind a cover.

Warning

If metal objects fall or are plugged into elec-

tronic interfaces, e.g., sockets or USB ports,

these objects can cause a short circuit and

destroy the interface. There is a risk of injury

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and risk of property damage. Make sure to

prevent metal objects from falling or being

plugged into electronic interfaces. Insert the

cigarette lighter or socket cover again after

using the socket.

In the front center console

Front center armrest

Two USB ports are located in the center con-

sole.

Properties:

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USB port Type C.

For charging mobile devices and for data

transfer.

The center armrest contains a socket.

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Charge current: maximum 3 A per port.

In the rear center console

USB port

General information

Follow the information regarding the connec-

tion of mobile devices to the USB port in the

section on USB connections.

Additional information:

USB connection, see Owner's Manual for Nav-

igation, Entertainment, Communication;

Two USB ports are located in the center con-

sole in the rear passenger compartment.

Safety information

Properties:

▷

USB port Type C.

Warning

For charging mobile devices.

Charge current: maximum 3 A per port.

If metal objects fall or are plugged into elec-

tronic interfaces, e.g., sockets or USB ports,

these objects can cause a short circuit and

destroy the interface. There is a risk of injury

and risk of property damage. Make sure to

prevent metal objects from falling or being

plugged into electronic interfaces. Insert the

cigarette lighter or socket cover again after

using the socket.

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Attaching optional accessories

1. Slide the cover down.

Travel & Comfort system

General information

The front seat backrests have mounts and var-

ious connection options:

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Mounts for attaching optional accessories,

e.g., universal holders for tablets or coat

hangers.

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USB ports.

Properties of the USB ports:

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USB port Type C.

2. Mount the optional accessories, refer to As-

sembly Instructions.

For charging mobile devices.

Charge current: maximum 3 A / 45 W per

seat.

Wireless charging tray

For more information, contact an authorized

service center or another qualified service cen-

ter or repair shop.

Principle

The wireless charging tray is used to wirelessly

charge Qi-certified smartphones.

Overview

General information

Quick charging functions are supported de-

pending on the smartphone.

The integrated fan cools the device to be

charged.

When inserting the smartphone to be charged,

make sure that there is nothing between the

smartphone to be charged and the wireless

charging tray.

The mounts for attaching optional accessories

are located behind the marked covers.

The charging process is shown by the

charge indicator on the control display.

The USB ports are located behind the marked

covers.

Safety information

Warning

When charging a Qi-compatible device in the

wireless charging tray, any metal objects on

the tray together with the device can become

very hot. Storage media or electronic cards,

e.g., chip cards, cards with magnetic strips, or

cards for transmitting signals, may not func-

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tion correctly when placed together on the

tray with the device. There is a risk of injury

and risk of property damage. When charging

mobile devices, make sure there are no ob-

jects on the tray together with the device.

Inserting a smartphone

Place the smartphone in the middle of the tray

on the driver's side, with the display facing up.

Forgotten warning

General information

A warning may be issued if a Qi-certified

smartphone was forgotten in the wireless

charging tray when leaving the vehicle.

Overview

Tray in the center console:

The forgotten warning is displayed in the in-

strument cluster.

Enable/Disable Forgotten Warning

1.

Apps menu

2. "Vehicle"

3. "System settings"

4. "Wireless charging tray"

5. "Mobile phone reminder"

1

Storage area

Fan

2

System limits

Functional requirements

The charge current may be reduced or charg-

ing may be temporarily interrupted in the wire-

less charging tray in the following situations:

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The smartphone to be charged must be Qi-

certified.

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Standby state is switched on.

Charging function is turned on.

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Due to excessive temperatures on the tray

and smartphone.

The smartphone cannot exceed maximum

dimensions of approx. 6.69 x 3.34 x

0.7 in/170 x 85 x 18 mm.

If there are objects between the smart-

phone and wireless charging tray.

If storage media or electronic cards,

e.g., chip cards, cards with magnetic

stripes, or cards for signal transmission, are

located between the smartphone and wire-

less charging tray.

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Protective sleeves and covers must be suit-

able for wireless charging.

The smartphone to be charged is located

in the center of the tray. The smartphone

display is facing up.

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Due to protective sleeves and covers that

exceed a thickness of 0.07 in/2 mm

Activating/deactivating charging

1.

Due to protective sleeves and covers made

of unsuitable material, e.g., with magnetic

parts.

Apps menu

2. "Vehicle"

3. "System settings"

4. "Wireless charging tray"

5. "Wireless charging"

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Due to add-on parts for the smartphone,

e.g., holders.

be verified in regular intervals, especially when

borders are frequently crossed.

By configuring the smartphone settings,

e.g., for charging. Follow the instructions

given on the control display and smart-

phone, as applicable.

Other users and occupants of the vehicle must

be informed about the system. In addition, in-

formation about the system is required when

handing off the vehicle.

Data transfer and data storage

Whether recording data will be sent or stored

depends on the recording function.

Interior camera

Principle

Interior camera:

The interior camera can be used to record the

vehicle interior.

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Data transfer to a mobile device, connec-

tion to the vehicle via WLAN.

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Data is saved to the vehicle and assigned

to the BMW ID or driver profile.

General information

The interior camera can provide the following

functions:

Remote Inside View:

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Sending data to a mobile device via the My

BMW App, connected with ConnectedDrive

account.

▷

Interior camera.

You can record, save and display media.

Remote Inside View.

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Data is saved to the My BMW App and,

after data is sent, to the mobile device.

The vehicle interior can be recorded using

the My BMW App.

Anti-theft recorder:

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Anti-theft recorder.

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Sending data to a mobile device via the My

BMW App, connected with ConnectedDrive

account.

If the alarm system is triggered, the vehicle

interior is automatically recorded. Record-

ings can also be played using the My BMW

App.

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Data is stored in the vehicle and after the

data transfer in the mobile device.

More information on the scope and content of

data processing is available on the Internet in

the ConnectedDrive privacy notices/service de-

scriptions.

Data protection

General information

The permissibility of recording and using re-

cordings is contingent upon the statutory regu-

lations of the country in which the system is to

be used. The user is responsible for the use of

the system and compliance with the respective

regulations.

Occupying the seats

The interior camera is also used for the detec-

tion of occupied seats.

When all doors are closed, the interior camera

switches on automatically on a regular basis.

This system analyzes the vehicle interior to

detect which seats are occupied. No media

recordings are made in the process. Two in-

frared light sources next to the camera lens

illuminate while the interior camera is active.

The vehicle manufacturer recommends that

you verify there are no statutory or regulatory

restrictions on using the system in your region

or country prior to initial use. In addition, the

laws with respect to use of the system should

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Depending on the lighting conditions, the infra-

red light sources may be visible.

Activating/deactivating interior

camera

Prior to the first use of the interior camera,

the recording function and, if necessary, data

transfer must be activated. To do this, confirm

the query on the control display. Additional

activation may be required for some system

functions.

Functional requirements

Interior camera:

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Privacy Policy accepted.

Data protection, refer to page 69.

The camera is activated.

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Follow applicable legal regulations.

To transfer recordings to mobile devices:

The recording function or data transfer can be

deactivated or activated.

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Data transfer is activated.

Mobile device is connected to the vehicle

via WLAN.

1.

Apps menu

2. "All apps"

Remote Inside View/Anti-theft recorder:

3. "Interior camera"

4. "Settings"

▷

Privacy Policy accepted.

My BMW App is installed on the mobile de-

vice.

5. Select the desired setting.

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My BMW App is linked with the Connected-

Drive account.

Interior camera

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Vehicle is parked and locked.

Recording mode

Anti-theft recorder: equipped with alarm

system.

Recording

mode

Function

Ensure that the faces of occupants are visible

and are not partially or completely covered, for

instance by face masks.

"Single

photo"

Shortly after triggering, a

photo will be taken.

Overview

"Smile"

When the system detects a

smile, a picture will be taken.

"Self-timer

(3 sec.)"

After the timer has expired, a

photo will be taken.

"Burst

mode"

Shortly after triggering, a ser-

ies of pictures will be taken.

Take picture

1.

Apps menu

The interior camera is located on the head-

liner.

2. "All apps"

3. "Interior camera"

4. "Photo"

Additional information:

Around the headliner, refer to page 35.

5. Select desired recording mode.

6. Triggering a photo.

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Depending on the selected recording mode,

the photo occurs shortly after the triggering,

when a smile is recognized or the timer has

elapsed.

4. "Settings"

5. Select the desired setting.

An individual gesture can be assigned for re-

cordings with the interior camera.

For burst shots, the series of pictures will be

displayed as a preview.

Remote Inside View

Recordings of the vehicle interior can be

played on a mobile device using the My BMW

App in order to check the vehicle interior, e.g.,

for forgotten objects.

Recording video

1. "MENU"

2. "All apps"

3. "Interior camera"

4. "Video"

The function is not suitable for monitoring peo-

ple or animals left behind.

5. Start video recording.

You can only record video for a certain time.

Anti-theft recorder

If the alarm system is triggered, the vehicle in-

terior is automatically recorded. The My BMW

App issues a notification when recordings are

being taken. The recording can be shown on a

mobile device.

Displaying and managing

recordings

Saved recordings can be displayed, transferred

and deleted in the vehicle.

Up to three recordings can be saved to the

vehicle and synchronized with the My BMW

App. If the vehicle is reset to factory settings,

recordings saved to the vehicle are deleted.

With some national-market versions, record-

ings are only shown on the control display

when the vehicle speed is less than approx.

2 mph/3 km/h for safety reasons.

1.

Apps menu

2. "All apps"

3. "Interior camera"

4. "Gallery"

5. Select the desired recording.

6. Select the desired setting.

Scan the QR code shown on the control dis-

play to send recordings to a mobile device.

The recording is transferred when the pop-up

on the mobile device is opened. The mobile

device must be connected to the vehicle via

WLAN.

Settings

1.

Apps menu

2. "All apps"

3. "Interior camera"

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