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Integrated universal remote

control*

Programming

The concept

The integrated universal remote control can

replace as many as three hand-held transmit-

ters for various remote-controlled devices,

such as garage doors and gates or lighting sys-

tems. The integrated universal remote control

registers and stores signals from the original

hand-held transmitters.

The signal of an original hand-held transmitter

can be programmed on one of the three mem-

ory buttons 1. After this, the programmed

memory button 1 will operate the system in

question. The LED 2 flashes to confirm trans-

mission of the signal.

1

2

Memory buttons

LED

Fixed-code hand-held transmitters

Should you sell your vehicle one day, be sure to

delete the stored programs beforehand for your

safety, refer to page 110.

1. Switch on the ignition, refer to page 59.

2. When starting operation for the first time:

Press the left and right memory buttons 1

for approx. 20 seconds until the LED 2

flashes rapidly. The three memory buttons

are cleared.

To prevent possible damage or injury,

before programming or using the inte-

grated universal remote control, always inspect

the immediate area to make certain that no peo-

ple, animals or objects are within the pivoting or

travel range of the device being operated. Com-

ply also with the safety instructions supplied

with the original hand-held transmitter.<

3. Hold the original hand-held transmitter at a

distance of approx. 4 to 12 in/10 to 30 cm

from the memory buttons 1.

The required distance between the

hand-held transmitter and the mem-

ory buttons 1 depends on the system of the

respective original hand-held transmitter

used.<

Checking compatibility

If this symbol appears on the package

or in the instructions supplied with the

original hand-held transmitter, you can

assume that the radio remote control device will

be compatible with the integrated universal

remote control.

4. Simultaneously press the transmit key on

the original hand-held transmitter and the

desired memory button 1 on the integrated

universal remote control. The LED 2 flashes

slowly at first. As soon as the LED 2 flashes

rapidly, release both buttons. If the LED 2

does not flash rapidly after approx. 15 sec-

onds, alter the distance and repeat this

step.

For additional information, please contact your

BMW center or call: 1-800-355-3515.

You can also obtain information on the Internet

at:

or

5. To program other original hand-held trans-

mitters, repeat steps 3 and 4.

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The corresponding memory button 1 is now

programmed with the signal of the original

hand-held transmitter.

The corresponding memory button 1 is now

programmed with the signal of the original

hand-held transmitter.

You can operate the device while the ignition is

switched off.

If you have any questions, please contact

your BMW center.<

If the device fails to function even after

repeated programming, check whether

Deleting all stored programs

the original hand-held transmitter uses an alter-

nating-code system. To do so, either read the

instructions for the original hand-held transmit-

ter or hold down the programmed memory

button 1 of the integrated universal remote

control. If the LED 2 on the integrated universal

remote control flashes rapidly and then remains

lit for about two seconds, the original hand-held

transmitter uses an alternating-code system. If

it uses an alternating-code system, program

the memory buttons 1 as described under

Alternating-code hand-held transmitters.<

Press the left and right memory buttons 1 for

approx. 20 seconds until the LED 2 flashes rap-

idly: all stored programs are deleted.

Reassigning individual programs

1. Hold the original hand-held transmitter at a

distance of approx. 4 to 12 in/10 to 30 cm

from the memory buttons 1.

The required distance between the

hand-held transmitter and the mem-

ory buttons 1 depends on the system of the

respective original hand-held transmitter

used.<

Alternating-code hand-held

transmitters

2. Press the desired memory button 1 of the

integrated universal remote control.

To program the integrated universal remote

control, consult the operating instructions for

the device to be set. You will find information

there on the possibilities for synchronization.

When programming hand-held transmitters

that employ an alternating code, please observe

the following supplementary instructions:

3. If the LED 2 flashes slowly after approx.

20 seconds, press the transmit key of the

original hand-held transmitter. Release

both buttons as soon as the LED 2 flashes

rapidly. If the LED 2 does not flash rapidly

after approx. 15 seconds, alter the distance

and repeat this step.

Programming will be easier with the aid of

a second person.<

1. Park your vehicle within the range of the

remote-controlled device.

2. Program the integrated universal remote

control as described above in the section

Fixed-code hand-held transmitters.

3. Locate the button on the receiver of the

device to be set, e.g. on the drive unit.

4. Press the button on the receiver of the

device to be set. After step 4, you have

approx. 30 seconds for step 5.

5. Press the programmed memory button 1 of

the integrated universal remote control

three times.

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Digital compass*

such as a pen or similar item. The following

adjustment options are displayed one after the

other, depending on how long you keep the

adjustment button pressed:

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Press briefly: switch display on/off

3 to 6 seconds: set the compass zone

6 to 9 seconds: calibrate the compass

9 to 12 seconds: set left-hand/right-hand

steering

1

2

Adjustment button

Display

>

12 to 15 seconds: set the language

The display shows you the main or secondary

compass direction in which you are driving.

Setting compass zones

Set the compass zone corresponding to your

vehicle's geographic location so that the com-

pass can function correctly; refer to the world

map with compass zones.

Operating principle

You can call up various functions by pressing

the adjustment button with a pointed object

To set the compass zone, press the adjustment

button for approx. 3-4 seconds. The number of

the compass zone set is shown in the display.

The compass is operational again after approx.

10 seconds.

Calibrating the digital compass

To change the zone setting, briefly press the

adjustment button repeatedly until the display

shows the number of the compass zone corre-

sponding to your current location.

The digital compass must be calibrated in the

following situations:

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An incorrect compass direction is shown.

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The compass direction shown does not

change although the direction of travel

does.

Coupe:

Roller sun blind*

Not all compass directions are shown.

Procedure

1. Make sure that no large metal objects or

overhead power lines are in the vicinity of

your vehicle and that you have enough

space to drive in a circle.

2. Set the currently valid compass zone.

3. Press the adjustment button for approx.

6-7 seconds to call up C. Then drive in at

least one full circle at a speed of no more

than 4 mph or 7 km/h.

Tap the button in the center console to raise or

lower the roller sun blind.

If calibration is successful, the display

changes from C to a compass direction.

Glove compartment

Opening

Setting right-hand/left-hand steering

Your digital compass is factory-set to right-

hand or left-hand steering, in accordance with

your vehicle.

Setting the language

You can set the language of the display:

Press the adjustment button for approx.

12-13 seconds. Briefly press the adjustment

button again to switch between English, "E",

and German, "O".

Pull the handle.

The light in the glove compartment comes on.

The setting is automatically saved after approx.

10 seconds.

To prevent injury in the event of an acci-

dent while the vehicle is being driven,

close the glove compartment immediately after

use.<

Closing

Fold cover up.

Locking

To lock the glove compartment, use the inte-

grated key of the remote control, refer to

page 28.

Convertible: when you lock the vehicle from the

outside, the glove compartment is locked as

well.

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LED hand lamp

Ventilated storage compartment

In a holder on the left side of the glove compart-

ment.

The storage compartment in the center armrest

can be ventilated: slide the switch backwards.

The temperature is controlled via the knurled

wheel for adjusting the temperature of air venti-

lating the rear of the passenger compartment,

refer to page 107.

Insert the hand lamp into the holder with

the lens pointing toward the passenger

compartment to ensure that the lamp cannot be

switched on accidentally.<

Connection for external audio device

You can connect an external audio device such

as a CD or MP3 player and play audio tracks

over the car's loudspeaker system:

Center armrest

Storage compartment

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AUX-In port, refer to page 181

The center armrest between the front seats

contains either a compartment or the cover for

the snap-in adapter*, depending on the equip-

ment version. For more information about this

mobile phone base plate refer to the separate

Owner's Manual.

USB-audio interface*, refer to page 182

Storagecompartmentsinside

the vehicle

Convertible: when you lock the vehicle from the

outside, the center armrest is locked as well.

Depending on your vehicle's equipment, you

will find compartments beside the steering col-

umn*, in the front doors and in the center con-

sole*.

There are nets on the front-seat backrests.

Storage compartments in the rear

console

Depending on your vehicle's equipment ver-

sion, the following storage compartments can

be found in the rear console:

Opening

Press the button, see arrow.

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Front

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Storage tray

Storage compartment with cover

Cup holders

Opening

Briefly press the center of the cover.

Coupe: clothes hooks

Closing

Briefly press the cover in the center and push in

the cup holder.

Rear*

There are two additional cup holders in the rear

console.

Press the upper edge to flip open.

Items of clothing hung from the hooks

must not obstruct the driver's view. Do

not hang heavy objects from the hooks, other-

wise they could endanger the car's occupants,

e.g. in case of heavy braking or sudden swerv-

ing.<

Press the button to open.

Before folding down the rear seat back-

rest or using the transport bag, remove all

containers from the cup holder and close it. Do

not place objects into the cup holder and do not

use force to close it. Do not use the cup holder

as a grab handle.<

Cup holders

Use lightweight and shatterproof contain-

ers and do not transport hot beverages,

otherwise there is an increased risk of injury in

the event of the accident. Do not force contain-

ers that are too large into the cup holders, oth-

erwise damage could result.<

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remote control so that children cannot operate

the cigarette lighter and burn themselves.<

Ashtray, front

Opening

Ashtray, rear

Opening

Push the ridge on the cover.

Emptying

Push the ridge on the cover.

Emptying

Lift out the insert.

Connecting electrical

appliances

Lift out the insert.

In your BMW, when the engine is running or the

ignition is switched on, you can use electrical

devices such as a flashlight, car vacuum

cleaner, etc., up to approx. 200 watts at

12 volts, as long as one of the following sockets

is available. Avoid damaging the sockets by

attempting to insert plugs of unsuitable shape

or size.

Lighter

Cigarette lighter socket*

To access the socket: take the cigarette lighter

out of the socket.

With the engine running or the ignition switched

on, press in the cigarette lighter.

Socket in the center armrest

External audio device, refer to page 113.

The lighter can be pulled out as soon as it pops

back out.

Hold or touch the hot cigarette lighter by

the knob only. Holding or touching it in

other areas could result in burns.

When leaving the car, always remove the

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When returning the backrest into its seat-

ing position, make sure that the seat's

locking mechanism engages properly. Other-

wise, cargo could be thrown around in the event

of sharp braking or swerving and endanger the

occupants.<

Coupe: socket in the cargo bay*

The lashing eyes in the cargo bay provide you

with a way to attach cargo bay nets* or draw

straps for securing suitcases and luggage, refer

to page 127.

Open the cap.

Convertible:

Cargo loading

Coupe:

Through-loading system

Enlarging the cargo bay

Opening

1. To release the rear seat backrest, pull the

corresponding lever in the cargo bay.

When the hardtop is closed you can enlarge the

cargo bay:

To do so, push the cargo bay partition upward.

Before opening the hardtop, push the cargo bay

partition down until it engages on both sides.

2. The unlocked rear seat backrest moves for-

ward slightly. Fold the backrest forward by

the head restraint.

Before moving the hardtop, ensure that

there are no objects on or next to the

cargo bay partition, otherwise parts of the hard-

top may be damaged. Do not exceed the maxi-

mum loading height; refer to the sticker in the

cargo bay showing a line indicating the maxi-

mum height. Do not use force to push down the

cargo bay partition.<

The retractable hardtop can only be

opened if the cargo bay partition is in its

lowermost position and engaged on both

sides.<

Closing

Return the rear seat backrest to its upright posi-

tion and engage it.

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Folding down the rear seat backrest

Storage compartment behind the rear

seat backrest

You can fold down the rear seat backrest to

transport light objects in the rear without dam-

aging the seats. Depending on the vehicle

equipment, the mounting points for the cargo

bay net* are found on the back of the seat back-

rest. To unlock the rear seat backrest: press the

button on the driver's or the opposite side.

A storage compartment is located behind the

rear seat backrest. To access the storage com-

partment: remove the insert or fold down the

rear seat backrest.

When the rear seat backrest is folded

down or the insert has been removed,

only transport small light objects in the storage

compartment, otherwise braking maneuvers

and swerving may lead to a safety hazard due to

objects flying about the passenger compart-

ment. Only transport heavy luggage in the

cargo bay if it has been appropriately secured.<

Bag holder*

Storagecompartmentsinside

the cargo bay

Coupe

When the rear seat backrest is folded down, you

will find two bag holders on the cargo bay wall:

Depending on your vehicle's equipment, the

following storage spaces can be found in the

cargo bay:

1. Fold open the holder by pressing the but-

ton.

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Left storage compartment, e.g. for storing a

box of cleaning tissues or up to 12 CD jack-

ets, depending on vehicle equipment ver-

sion

2. Press the handles of the bag onto the

holder from above.

Only hang light shopping bags or other

suitable objects from the holders, other-

wise braking maneuvers and swerving may lead

to a safety hazard due to objects flying about

the passenger compartment. Only transport

heavy luggage in the cargo bay if it has been

appropriately secured.<

>

Net* for securing smaller objects, to be

attached to the fixtures on the floor panel

Hooks for hanging up, e.g., shopping bags

or tote bags

Rubber strap on the left trim panel for

securing small objects such as a folding

umbrella

For more information on loading the vehicle,

refer to page 126.

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Net for small objects on the right trim panel

of the cargo bay

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Convertible

Loading

Depending on your vehicle's equipment, the

following storage spaces can be found in the

cargo bay:

1. Take out the filler piece.

2. Press the button, reach into the recess and

fold down the cover.

>

Storage compartment on the left side of the

cargo bay. To open turn handle by 90°

Net* for securing smaller objects, to be

attached to the fixtures on the floor panel

Rubber band* to be attached to the lateral

lashing eyes

Stowage compartment under the floor

panel

3. Open the Velcro fastener, spread the ski

bag between the front seats and insert the

skis or snowboards.

Folding up the floor panel

Do not exceed the maximum permissible

load of 55 lbs/25 kg for the storage com-

partment under the floor panel, otherwise dam-

age could result.<

The zip fastener makes objects in the ski

bag easier to reach.

4. Clip the hooks of the ski bag retaining strap

into the eyelet.

Coupe

Press the floor panel up and secure it with the

catch.

Convertible

To lift, grab hold of the floor panel at the open-

ing at the rear of the panel.

Lashing eyes

You will find lashing eyelets in the cargo bay for

securing luggage items with nets or tensioning

straps, refer to page 127.

Only place clean skis in the ski bag. Wrap sharp

edges to prevent damage.

Securing cargo

Coupe: ski bag*

The ski bag is designed for safe, clean transport

of up to 4 pairs of standard skis or up to

2 snowboards.

With the ski bag you can stow skis with a length

of up to 6 ft 10 in/2.10 m. When skis of 6 ft 10 in/

2.10 m length are loaded, the overall capacity of

the ski bag is reduced due to its tapered design.

After loading, secure the ski bag and its con-

tents. Tighten the retaining strap on the ten-

sioning buckle for this purpose.

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Secure the ski bag in the manner

described, otherwise it could endanger

the car's occupants, e.g. in case of heavy brak-

ing or sudden swerving.<

Loading

1. For loading using the regular through-load-

ing opening:

Press the button down and remove the

insert from the front.

For loading with the through-loading open-

ing expanded:

To store the ski bag, perform the steps

described for loading in reverse order.

Fold down the rear seat backrest, refer to

page 117.

Removing the ski bag

The ski bag can be completely removed, e.g. for

faster drying or to allow you to use other inserts.

1. Fold down the center panel in the rear seat

backrest.

2. Pull the handle, arrow 1.

2. Front cover: press the two recesses

together and fold the cover down until it

engages.

3. Pull out the insert, arrow 2.

For more information on the various

inserts available, contact your BMW cen-

ter.<

Convertible: through-loading

opening with integrated

transport bag*

3. In the cargo bay: press the two recesses

together and fold down the cover.

The transport bag is designed for safe, clean

transport of up to 4 pairs of standard skis or up

to 2 snowboards.

When the rear seat backrest is folded up, you

can remove the insert and use the transport bag

with the regular through-loading opening. To

transport larger objects, you can fold down the

rear seat backrest to create an expanded

through-loading opening.

With the transport bag you can stow skis with a

length of up to 6 ft 2 in/1.90 m. When skis of 6 ft

2 in/1.90 m length are loaded, the overall capac-

ity of the transport bag is reduced due to its

tapered design.

4. Undo the Velcro fastener and spread out

the transport bag between the front seats.

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5. Insert the latch plate of the retaining strap

into the belt buckle under the transport bag.

Removing the front cover

You can remove the front cover to use the full

height of the through-loading opening. With the

cover folded down, pull the handle, see arrow,

and remove the cover toward the front. To

replace, insert the cover at an angle from above

and let it snap it into place.

6. Load the transport bag. The zipper eases

access to the stored items.

Only place clean skis in the transport bag. Wrap

sharp edges to prevent damage.

You can use the snaps to shorten the transport

bag if you do not need its full length.

Securing cargo

After loading, secure the transport bag and its

contents. Tighten the retaining strap on the

tensioning buckle for this purpose.

Secure the transport bag in the manner

described, otherwise it could endanger

the car's occupants, e.g. in case of heavy brak-

ing or sudden swerving.<

To store the transport bag, perform the steps

described for loading in reverse order.

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