MOBILITY for Your BMW M4 2 Door Second Generation (2021-2025)

Refueling  
MOBILITY  
Refueling  
Safety information  
Vehicle features and  
options  
NOTICE  
This chapter describes all standard, country-spe‐  
cific and optional features offered with the series.  
It also describes features and functions 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 sys‐  
tems. When using these functions and systems,  
the applicable laws and regulations must be ob‐  
served.  
With a driving distance 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, among other potential damage. Re‐  
fuel promptly.  
NOTICE  
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, among other  
potential damage. Avoid overfilling.  
Follow the following when  
refueling  
General information  
Follow the fuel recommendation prior to refuel‐  
ing.  
Fuel cap  
When refueling, insert the filler nozzle completely  
into the filler pipe. Lifting up the filler nozzle dur‐  
ing refueling causes:  
Opening  
1. To open the fuel filler flap, press on the rear  
edge, arrow. The fuel filler flap opens.  
▷ 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 filling sta‐  
tion.  
Additional information:  
Fuel quality, refer to page 348.  
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2. Turn the fuel cap counterclockwise.  
Have fuel filler flap unlocked by a dealer’s service  
center or another qualified service center or re‐  
pair shop.  
3. Place the fuel cap in the bracket attached to  
the fuel filler flap.  
Closing  
Warning  
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.  
1. Fit the fuel cap and turn it clockwise until you  
clearly hear a click.  
2. Press on the fuel filler flap until it engages.  
Emergency unlocking  
It may be necessary in certain situations to un‐  
lock the fuel filler flap manually, for instance with  
an electrical fault.  
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Wheels and tires  
Tire pressure specifications  
In the tire inflation pressure table  
Vehicle features and  
options  
The tire inflation pressure table, refer to  
This chapter describes all standard, country-spe‐  
cific and optional features offered with the series.  
It also describes features and functions 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 sys‐  
tems. When using these functions and systems,  
the applicable laws and regulations must be ob‐  
served.  
page 318, 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.  
To identify the correct tire inflation pressure,  
please note the following:  
▷ Tire sizes of your vehicle.  
▷ Maximum speed for driving.  
Tire pressure  
On the Control Display  
The current tire inflation pressure values for the  
mounted tires can be displayed on the Control  
Display.  
General information  
The tire characteristics and tire pressure influ‐  
ence the following:  
To ensure that they are displayed correctly, the  
tire sizes must be stored in the system and must  
have been set for the mounted tires.  
▷ The service life of the tires.  
▷ Driving safety.  
The current tire inflation pressure value is lo‐  
cated on each tire.  
▷ Driving comfort.  
▷ Fuel consumption.  
Checking the tire pressure  
General information  
Tires heat up while driving. The tire pressure in‐  
creases with the tire temperature.  
Safety information  
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 accident. Regularly  
check the tire inflation pressure, and correct it  
as needed, for instance twice a month and be‐  
fore a long trip.  
Tires have a natural, consistent tire pressure  
loss.  
The displays of inflation devices may under-read  
by up to 0.1 bar/2 psi.  
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The corrected tire inflation pressures are applied  
automatically. Make sure that the correct tire set‐  
tings have been made.  
Checking using tire inflation  
pressure specifications in the tire  
inflation pressure table  
With tires that cannot be found in the tire pres‐  
sure values on the Control Display, reset the Tire  
Pressure Monitor TPM.  
1. Determine the intended tire inflation pressure  
levels for the mounted tires.  
2. Check the tire inflation pressure in all four  
tires, using a pressure gage, for example.  
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 and adjust  
as necessary.  
3. Correct the tire inflation pressure if the actual  
tire inflation pressure deviates from the in‐  
tended tire inflation pressure.  
4. Check whether all valve caps are screwed  
onto the tire valves.  
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.  
Only check the tire inflation pressure levels when  
the tires are cold, i.e.:  
▷ A driving distance of max. 1.25 miles/2 km  
has not been exceeded.  
▷ If the vehicle has not moved again for at least  
2 hours after a trip.  
These pressure values can also be found on the  
tire pressure label on the driver's door pillar.  
Checking using the tire inflation  
pressure specifications on the  
Control Display  
Do not exceed a speed of 100 mph/160 km/h.  
Tire pressure values up to  
100 mph/160 km/h  
1. "CAR"  
2. "Vehicle status"  
3.  
"Tire Pressure Monitor"  
M4, M4 Competition  
4. Check whether the current tire inflation pres‐  
sure levels deviate from the intended tire  
pressure value.  
Tire size  
Pressure specifications  
in bar/PSI  
5. Correct the tire inflation pressure if the actual  
tire inflation pressure deviates from the in‐  
tended tire inflation pressure.  
Specifications in  
bar/PSI with cold  
tires  
After correcting the tire pressure  
With runflat tires:  
275/35 R 19  
100 V XL M+S  
2.3 / 33  
2.2 / 32  
2.3 / 33  
-
Reinitialize the Flat Tire Monitor.  
With Tire Pressure Monitor:  
Front: 275/40  
ZR 18 103 Y XL  
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Tire size  
Tire inflation pressures at max.  
speeds above 100 mph/160 km/h  
Pressure specifications  
in bar/PSI  
Rear: 285/35 ZR  
19 103 Y XL  
-
2.2 / 32  
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.  
Front: 275/35  
ZR 19 100 Y XL  
2.2 / 32  
-
Rear: 285/30 ZR  
20 99 Y XL  
-
2.2 / 32  
-
Front: 285/30  
ZR 20 99 Y XL  
2.2 / 32  
-
For speeds over 100 mph/160 km/h and for opti‐  
mum driving comfort, note the pressure values in  
the tire inflation pressure table and adjust as nec‐  
essary.  
Rear: 295/25 ZR  
21 96 Y XL  
2.5 / 36  
M4 Competition M xDrive  
Tire pressure values over  
100 mph/160 km/h  
Tire size  
Pressure specifications  
in bar/PSI  
M4, M4 Competition  
Without M Driver’s Package:  
Specifications in  
bar/PSI with  
cold tires  
Tire size  
Pressure specifications  
in bar/PSI  
275/35 R 19  
100 V XL M+S  
2.3 / 33  
2.3 / 33  
Specifications in  
bar/PSI with cold  
tires  
Front: 275/35  
2.2 / 32  
-
ZR 19 100 Y XL  
275/35 R 19  
100 V XL M+S  
2.4 / 35  
2.6 / 38  
Rear: 285/30  
ZR 20 99 Y XL  
-
2.2 / 32  
-
Front: 275/40  
ZR 18 103 Y XL  
2.2 / 32  
-
Front: 285/30  
ZR 20 99 Y XL  
2.3 / 33  
-
Rear: 285/35 ZR  
19 103 Y XL  
-
2.3 / 33  
-
Rear: 295/25  
ZR 21 96 Y XL  
2.5 / 36  
Front: 275/35  
ZR 19 100 Y XL  
2.3 / 33  
-
Rear: 285/30 ZR  
20 99 Y XL  
2.6 / 38  
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Tire size  
Pressure specifications  
in bar/PSI  
Tire size  
Pressure specifications  
in bar/PSI  
Front: 285/30  
ZR 20 99 Y XL  
2.6 / 38  
-
Specifications in  
bar/PSI with  
cold tires  
Rear: 295/25 ZR  
21 96 Y XL  
-
2.9 / 42  
275/35 R 19  
2.6 / 38  
2.7 / 39  
With M Driver’s Package:  
100 V XL M+S  
Tire size  
Pressure specifications  
in bar/PSI  
Front: 275/35  
ZR 19 100 Y XL  
2.4 / 35  
-
Specifications in  
bar/PSI with cold  
tires  
Rear: 285/30  
ZR 20 99 Y XL  
-
2.6 / 38  
-
Front: 285/30  
ZR 20 99 Y XL  
2.6 / 38  
-
275/35 R 19  
100 V XL M+S  
2.4 / 35  
2.6 / 38  
Rear: 295/25  
ZR 21 96 Y XL  
2.9 / 42  
Front: 275/40  
2.3 / 33  
-
ZR 18 103 Y XL  
With M Driver’s Package:  
Rear: 285/35 ZR  
19 103 Y XL  
-
2.5 / 36  
Tire size  
Pressure specifications  
in bar/PSI  
Front: 275/35  
ZR 19 100 Y XL  
2.6 / 38  
-
Specifications in  
bar/PSI with  
cold tires  
Rear: 285/30 ZR  
20 99 Y XL  
-
2.9 / 42  
-
275/35 R 19  
100 V XL M+S  
2.6 / 38  
2.7 / 39  
Front: 285/30  
ZR 20 99 Y XL  
2.9 / 42  
-
Front: 275/35  
ZR 19 100 Y XL  
2.7 / 39  
-
Rear: 295/25 ZR  
21 96 Y XL  
3.3 / 48  
Rear: 285/30  
ZR 20 99 Y XL  
-
3.0 / 44  
-
M4 Competition M xDrive  
Without M Driver’s Package:  
Front: 285/30  
ZR 20 99 Y XL  
3.0 / 44  
-
Rear: 295/25  
3.3 / 48  
ZR 21 96 Y XL  
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Tire Identification Number  
DOT Code: DOT xxxx xxx 1921  
xxxx: manufacturer code for the tire brand  
xxx: tire size and tire design  
Tire marking  
Tire size  
245/45 R 18 96 Y  
1921: tire age  
245: nominal width in mm  
45: aspect ratio in %  
R: radial tire code  
Tires with DOT codes meet the guidelines of the  
U.S. Department of Transportation.  
18: rim diameter in inches  
96: load bearing capacity  
Y: speed code letter  
Tire age  
Recommendation  
ZR tires: reinforced radial tire for speeds exceed‐  
ing 150 mph/240 km/h  
Regardless of the tire tread depth, replace tires  
at least every 6 years.  
Manufacture date  
Maximum tire load  
You can find the manufacture date of the tire on  
the tire sidewall.  
Maximum tire load is the maximum permissible  
weight for which the tire is approved.  
Locate the maximum tire load on the tire sidewall  
and the Gross Axle Weight Rating – GAWR – on  
the certification label on the driver door B-pillar.  
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.  
Designation  
Manufacture date  
DOT … 1921  
19th week 2021  
Uniform Tire Quality Grading  
Quality grades can be found where applicable on  
the tire sidewall between tread shoulder and  
maximum section width.  
Speed letter  
E.g.: Treadwear 200; Traction AA; Temperature  
A
Designation  
Maximum speed  
Q
R
up to 100 mph/160 km/h  
up to 106 mph/170 km/h  
up to 112 mph/180 km/h  
up to 118 mph/190 km/h  
up to 131 mph/210 km/h  
up to 150 mph/240 km/h  
up to 167 mph/270 km/h  
up to 186 mph/300 km/h  
above 186 mph/300 km/h  
DOT Quality Grades  
Treadwear  
Traction AA A B C  
Temperature A B C  
S
T
All passenger vehicle tires must conform to Fed‐  
eral Safety Requirements in addition to these  
grades.  
H
V
W
Y
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  
(Y)  
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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.  
bination, can cause heat buildup and possible  
tire failure.  
M+S  
Winter and all-season tires with better cold  
weather performance than summer tires.  
Traction  
The traction grades, from highest to lowest, are  
AA, A, B, and C.  
Tire tread  
Summer tires  
Do not drive with a tire tread depth of less than  
0.12 in/3 mm, otherwise there is an increased  
risk of aquaplaning.  
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.  
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.  
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  
Minimum tread depth  
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 car tires must meet un‐  
der 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.  
Wear indicators are distributed around the tire  
circumference. These wear indicators have the  
legally required minimum height of  
0.063 in/1.6 mm.  
The positions of the wear indicators are marked  
on the tire sidewall with TWI, Tread Wear Indica‐  
tor.  
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‐  
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ported as needed. Do not repair damaged tires,  
but have them replaced.  
Tire damage  
General information  
Inspect your tires regularly for damage, foreign  
objects lodged in the tread, and tread wear.  
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 may be a  
risk of accident and risk of damage to property.  
If possible, avoid driving over objects or road  
conditions that may damage tires, or drive over  
them slowly and carefully.  
Driving over rough or damaged road surfaces, as  
well as debris, curbs and other obstacles can  
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.  
Indications of tire damage or other vehicle mal‐  
functions:  
Changing wheels and tires  
▷ Unusual vibrations.  
▷ Unusual tire or running noises.  
Mounting and wheel balancing  
Have mounting and wheel balancing carried out  
by a dealer’s service center or another qualified  
service center or repair shop.  
▷ Unusual handling such as a strong tendency  
to pull to the left or right.  
Damage can be caused by the following situa‐  
tions, for instance:  
▷ Driving over curbs.  
▷ Road damage.  
Approved wheels and tires  
General information  
The following properties are recommended and  
approved by the manufacturer of the vehicle for  
the approved wheels and tires per vehicle type  
and special equipment:  
▷ Tire pressure too low.  
▷ Vehicle overloading.  
▷ Incorrect tire storage.  
Safety information  
▷ Wheel and tire combinations.  
▷ Rim designs.  
Warning  
▷ Tire sizes.  
Damaged tires can lose tire inflation pressure,  
which can lead to loss of vehicle control. There  
is a risk of accident. If tire damage is suspected  
while driving, immediately reduce speed and  
stop. Have wheels and tires checked. For this  
purpose, drive carefully to the nearest dealer’s  
service center or another qualified service cen‐  
ter or repair shop. Have vehicle towed or trans‐  
▷ Tire brands.  
You can ask a manufacturer service center or an‐  
other qualified service center or repair shop  
about the approved wheels and tires for the vehi‐  
cle and the special equipment.  
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Safety information  
Recommended tire brands  
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.  
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.  
Warning  
Mounted steel wheels can cause technical  
problems, for instance unexpected loosening of  
the lug bolts and damage to the brake discs.  
There is a risk of accident. Do not mount steel  
wheels.  
New tires  
Tire traction is not optimal due to production-re‐  
lated circumstances when tires are brand-new.  
Drive conservatively for the first  
200 miles/300 km.  
Retreaded tires  
Warning  
Incorrect wheel/tire combinations will impair the  
vehicle's handling characteristics and a variety  
of system functions, such as the Antilock Brak‐  
ing System (ABS) or Dynamic Stability Control.  
There is a risk of 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 wheels and tires that  
have been recommended by the vehicle manu‐  
facturer for your vehicle type. Following tire  
damage, have the original wheel/tire combina‐  
tion remounted on the vehicle as soon as pos‐  
sible.  
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.  
The manufacturer of the vehicle does not rec‐  
ommend the use of retreaded tires.  
Winter tires  
General information  
Winter tires are recommended for operating on  
winter roads.  
Although so-called all-season tires with M+S  
identification provide better winter traction than  
summer tires, they usually do not provide the  
same level of performance as winter tires.  
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Maximum speed of winter tires  
Repairing a flat tire  
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 vision. The label is  
available from a dealer's service center or an‐  
other qualified service center or repair shop.  
Safety measures  
▷ Park the vehicle as far away as possible from  
passing traffic and on solid ground.  
▷ Turn on the hazard warning system.  
With winter tires mounted, observe and do not  
exceed the permissible maximum speed.  
▷ 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.  
Rotating wheels between axles  
▷ Have all vehicle occupants get out of the ve‐  
hicle and ensure that they remain outside the  
hazardous area in a safe place, such as be‐  
hind a guardrail.  
Warning  
Rotating tires between the axles on vehicles  
with different tire sizes or rim sizes on the front  
and rear axles can cause damage to the tires  
and the vehicle. There is a risk of accident. Do  
not rotate the tires between the axles on vehi‐  
cles with different tire sizes or rim sizes on the  
front and rear axles.  
▷ If necessary, set up a warning triangle at an  
appropriate distance.  
Sport tires  
Storing tires  
Tire pressure  
Do not exceed the maximum tire inflation pres‐  
sure indicated on the tire sidewall.  
General information  
The vehicle is fitted with sport tires, which have  
been optimized for use on a racetrack in dry con‐  
ditions.  
More information on wheels and tires:  
▷ From a dealer’s service center or another  
qualified service center or repair shop.  
Storage  
▷ Store wheels and tires in a cool, dry and dark  
place.  
▷ Internet:  
 
▷ Always protect tires against all contact with  
oil, grease, and solvents.  
Safety information  
▷ Do not leave tires in plastic bags.  
▷ Remove dirt from wheels or tires.  
Warning  
At temperatures below 14 ℉/-10 ℃, the sport  
tires can become damaged, for instance torn  
and broken. There may be a risk of accident or  
risk of damage to property. Do not move,  
mount, or drive on sport tires at temperatures  
below 14 ℉/-10 ℃.  
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Storage  
Tire pressure  
If the sport tires are not used for a long period of  
time, we recommend removing the wheels from  
the vehicle and lowering the tire inflation pres‐  
sure to half the level specified by the manufac‐  
turer.  
General information  
Check the tire inflation pressure regularly and  
correct it if necessary, taking the regulations for  
use on the road or a racetrack into account.  
Store wheels or sport tires in a clean, dry, and  
dark place at temperatures above 32 ℉/0 ℃.  
Tire pressure specifications  
The tire inflation pressure table contains all tire  
inflation pressure specifications for the specified  
tire sizes at the ambient temperature. The tire in‐  
flation pressure values apply to tire sizes ap‐  
proved by the manufacturer of the vehicle for the  
vehicle type.  
Use on the road  
The sport tires meet the legal regulations for use  
on public roads.  
After being used on a racetrack, the sport tires  
may no longer be suitable for road use. There‐  
fore, after they have been used on a racetrack,  
check the sport tires against the legal regulations  
for use on public roads, for instance the mini‐  
mum tread depth.  
To identify the correct tire inflation pressure,  
please note the following:  
▷ Tire sizes of your vehicle.  
▷ Maximum speed for driving.  
Use on a racetrack  
General information  
Use on a racetrack  
The tires heat up while driving. The tire pressure  
increases with the tire temperature.  
Inspect the sport tires for damage, foreign ob‐  
jects lodged in the tread, and tread wear every  
time before using them on a racetrack.  
After a period of intensive driving, correct the tire  
inflation pressure in the heated tires to the tire in‐  
flation pressure values specified by the vehicle  
manufacturer.  
Bring the sport tires to the correct temperature  
for use on a racetrack. To do this, drive a few cir‐  
cuits with an appropriate driving style.  
After they have been used on a racetrack, allow  
the tires to cool down for at least 2 hours. Cor‐  
rect the tire inflation pressure of the cold tires to  
the tire inflation pressure values specified by the  
vehicle manufacturer.  
Intensive use  
After an extended period of intensive driving on a  
racetrack and driving over curbs or leaving the  
roadway, the sport tires can become damaged.  
After correcting the tire inflation pressure, carry  
out a reset of the Tire Pressure Monitor TPM.  
Inspect the sport tires for damage, foreign ob‐  
jects lodged in the tread, and tread wear. The  
wheel must be removed in order to inspect the  
outside and inside of the sport tires. Have the  
sport tires checked by a dealer’s service center  
or another qualified service center or repair shop.  
Tire repair set  
Principle  
With the tire repair set, minor tire damage can be  
sealed temporarily to enable continued driving.  
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Sealant bottle  
General information  
▷ To enable continued driving, liquid sealant is  
pumped into the tire, which hardens and  
seals the damage from the inside.  
▷ Follow the instructions on using the tire repair  
set found on the compressor and sealant  
bottle.  
▷ Use of the tire repair set may be ineffective if  
the tire puncture measures approx. 4 mm or  
more.  
▷ Sealant bottle, arrow 1.  
▷ Contact a dealer's service center or another  
qualified service center or repair shop if the  
tire cannot be made drivable.  
▷ Filler hose, arrow 2.  
Observe expiration date on the sealant bottle.  
▷ Do not remove foreign bodies that have pe‐  
netrated the tire. Remove foreign objects only  
when they are visibly protruding from the tire.  
Compressor  
▷ Pull the speed limit sticker off the sealant bot‐  
tle and apply it to the steering wheel.  
▷ The use of a sealing compound can damage  
the wheel electronics. In this case, have the  
electronics checked and replaced at the next  
opportunity.  
▷ The compressor can be used to check the  
tire inflation pressure.  
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2
3
4
5
6
7
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Sealant bottle unlocking  
Sealant bottle holder  
Tire pressure display  
Reduce tire inflation pressure button  
On/off switch  
Overview  
Storage  
Compressor  
Connector/cable for socket  
Connection hose  
Safety measures  
▷ Park the vehicle as far away as possible from  
passing traffic and on solid ground.  
Storage for the tire repair set is provided in the  
left storage compartment of the trunk.  
▷ Turn on the hazard warning system.  
▷ Secure the vehicle against rolling away by  
setting the parking brake.  
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▷ Turn the steering wheel until the front wheels  
are in the straight-ahead position and engage  
the steering wheel lock.  
Filling  
1. Shake the sealant bottle.  
▷ Have all vehicle occupants get out of the ve‐  
hicle and ensure that they remain outside the  
hazardous area in a safe place, such as be‐  
hind a guardrail.  
▷ If necessary, set up a warning triangle at an  
appropriate distance.  
Filling the tire with sealing  
compound  
2. Pull filler hose completely out of the cover of  
the sealant bottle. Do not kink the hose.  
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. Slide the sealant bottle into the holder on the  
compressor housing, ensuring that it en‐  
gages audibly.  
NOTICE  
The compressor can overheat during extended  
operation. There is a risk of damage to prop‐  
erty, among other potential damage. Do not run  
the compressor for more than 10 minutes.  
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4. Screw the filler hose of the sealant bottle  
onto the tire valve of the nonworking wheel.  
Checking and adjusting the tire  
inflation pressure  
Checking  
1. Switch off the compressor.  
2. Read the tire pressure on the tire pressure  
display.  
To continue the trip, a tire inflation pressure of at  
least 2 bar must be reached.  
Removing and stowing the sealant  
bottle  
1. Unscrew the filler hose of the sealant bottle  
from the tire valve.  
5. With the compressor switched off, insert the  
connector into the power socket in the vehi‐  
cle interior.  
2. Press the red unlocking device.  
3. Remove the sealant bottle from the compres‐  
sor.  
4. Wrap and store the sealant bottle in suitable  
material to avoid contamination of the cargo  
area.  
Minimum tire inflation pressure is  
not reached  
1. Pull the connector out of the power socket in  
the vehicle interior.  
6. With standby state or drive-ready state  
switched on, switch on the compressor.  
2. Drive 33 ft/10 m forward and back to distrib‐  
ute the sealing compound in the tire.  
3. Screw the connection hose of the compres‐  
sor directly onto the tire valve stem.  
Let the compressor run for max. 10 minutes to fill  
the tire with sealing compound and achieve a tire  
inflation pressure of approx. 2.0 bar.  
While the tire is being filled with sealing com‐  
pound, the tire inflation pressure may sporadi‐  
cally reach approx. 5 bar. Do not switch off the  
compressor in this phase.  
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4. Insert the connector into the power socket in  
the vehicle interior.  
Adjustment  
1. Stop at a suitable location.  
2. Screw the connection hose of the compres‐  
sor directly onto the tire valve stem.  
5. With standby or drive readiness turned on,  
turn on the compressor and let it run for a  
maximum of 10 minutes.  
3. Insert the connector into the power socket in  
the vehicle interior.  
When the tire pressure does not reach at  
least 2 bar, contact a manufacturer service  
center or another qualified service center or  
repair shop.  
When a tire pressure of at least 2 bar is  
reached, see Minimum tire inflation pressure  
is reached.  
6. Unscrew the connection hose of the com‐  
pressor from the tire valve.  
7. Pull the connector out of the power socket in  
the vehicle interior.  
4. Correct the tire inflation pressure to at least  
2.0 bar:  
8. Stow the tire repair set in the vehicle.  
▷ Increase tire pressure: with standby or  
drive readiness turned on, turn on the  
compressor and let it run for a maximum  
of 10 minutes.  
Minimum tire inflation pressure is  
reached  
1. Unscrew the connection hose of the com‐  
pressor from the tire valve.  
▷ Reduce tire inflation pressure: press the  
button on the compressor.  
2. Pull the connector out of the power socket in  
the vehicle interior.  
5. Unscrew the connection hose of the com‐  
pressor from the tire valve.  
3. Stow the tire repair set in the vehicle.  
6. Pull the connector out of the power socket in  
the vehicle interior.  
4. Immediately drive approx. 5 miles/10 km to  
ensure that the sealing compound is evenly  
distributed in the tire.  
7. Stow the tire repair set in the vehicle.  
Do not exceed a speed of 50 mph/80 km/h.  
Continuing the trip  
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.  
Reinitialize the Flat Tire Monitor.  
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Reset the Tire Pressure Monitor again.  
Use  
Replace the faulty tire and the sealant bottle of  
the tire repair set promptly.  
Use only in pairs on the rear wheels, equipped  
with the tires of the following wheel/tire sizes:  
Additional information:  
Tire size  
Wheel size Rim offset (IS)  
20  
▷ Run-flat tires, refer to page 338.  
▷ Tire pressure monitor, refer to page 332.  
275/35 R19 9.5J x 19  
The wheel size and rim offset are located on the  
inside of the wheel.  
Tire chains  
Safety information  
Warning  
Follow the tire chain manufacturer's instructions.  
Do not initialize the Flat Tire Monitor after  
mounting tire chains, as doing so may result in  
incorrect readings.  
Do not reset the Tire Pressure Monitor after  
mounting tire chains, as doing so may result in  
incorrect readings.  
With the mounting of tire chains on unsuitable  
tires, the tire chains can come into contact with  
vehicle parts. There may be a risk of accident  
or risk of damage to property. Only mount tire  
chains on tires that are designated by their  
manufacturer as suitable for the use of tire  
chains.  
When driving with tire chains, briefly activate Dy‐  
namic Traction Control DTC to optimize the  
drive power.  
Maximum speed with tire chains  
Do not exceed a speed of 30 mph/50 km/h when  
using tire chains.  
Warning  
Insufficiently tight tire chains may damage tires  
and vehicle components. There may be a risk  
of accident or risk of damage to property. Make  
sure that the tire chains are always sufficiently  
tight. Re-tighten as needed according to the  
tire chain manufacturer's instructions.  
Tire pressure monitor  
Principle  
The Tire Pressure Monitor monitors the tire  
pressure and issues a warning if the tire pressure  
has dropped.  
Fine-link tire chains  
The manufacturer of the vehicle recommends  
the use of fine-link tire chains. Certain types of  
fine-link tire chains have been tested by the  
manufacturer of the vehicle and recommended  
as road-safe and suitable.  
General information  
Sensors in the tire valves measure the tire infla‐  
tion pressure and tire temperature.  
Using the tire settings in iDrive, the system can  
automatically compare the predefined target  
pressures with the actual tire inflation pressures.  
Information regarding suitable tire chains is avail‐  
able from a dealer’s service center or another  
qualified service center or repair shop.  
If tires are being used that are not specified on  
the tire inflation pressure details on the vehicle,  
such as tires with special approval, the system  
needs to be actively reset. The system will then  
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take over the actual tire inflation pressures as the  
target pressures.  
▷ After a tire or wheel replacement, a reset  
was performed with the correct tire infla‐  
tion pressure.  
When operating the system, also note the infor‐  
mation found in the Tire inflation pressure chap‐  
ter.  
▷ After the tire inflation pressure was ad‐  
justed to a new value, a reset was per‐  
formed.  
Additional information:  
▷ Wheels with wheel electronics.  
Tire inflation pressure, refer to page 318.  
Tire settings  
Safety information  
General information  
Warning  
The tire sizes of the mounted tires can be gath‐  
ered from the tire inflation pressure details on the  
vehicle or directly on the tires.  
Incorrect entries in the tire settings can lead to  
incorrect target tire inflation pressure values. In  
this case, it cannot be guaranteed that the noti‐  
fication of a tire pressure loss will be reliable.  
There is a risk of injury and risk of damage to  
property. Ensure that the tire sizes of the  
mounted tires are displayed correctly and  
match the details on the tires and on the vehi‐  
cle.  
The tire details do not need to be re-entered  
when the tire pressure is corrected.  
For summer and winter tires, the tire details en‐  
tered last are stored. After a tire or wheel re‐  
placement, the settings of the tire sets used last  
can be selected.  
Changing settings  
1. "CAR"  
Functional requirements  
The following conditions must be met for the  
system; otherwise, reliable message of a tire  
pressure loss is not assured:  
2. "Vehicle status"  
3.  
"Tire Pressure Monitor"  
4. "Tire settings"  
5. "Tire selection"  
6. "Manual"  
▷ Every time a tire or wheel is changed, the  
correct details on the mounted tires must be  
entered in the tire settings.  
▷ The Tire Pressure Monitor does not activate  
until after driving for a few minutes:  
7. "Tire type"  
▷ "Summer"  
▷ After a tire or wheel replacement.  
▷ "Winter/All-year"  
▷ After a reset, for tires with special appro‐  
val.  
8. Select the tire type that is mounted on the  
rear axle.  
▷ After changing the tire setting.  
▷ For tires with special approval:  
For tires with special approval:  
"Other tires/raceway"  
Observe further proceeding in the perform a  
reset section.  
9. Select the maximum road speed that will be  
used with the tires.  
10."Save tire settings"  
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The measurement of the current tire inflation  
pressure is started. The measurement progress  
is displayed.  
All wheels green  
▷ The system is active and bases warnings on  
the target pressures.  
▷ For tires with special approval: the system is  
active and bases warnings on the tire inflation  
pressures stored during the last reset.  
Status display  
Current status  
The system status can be displayed on the Con‐  
trol Display, e.g., whether or not the system is ac‐  
tive.  
One to four yellow wheels  
A flat tire or major tire pressure loss has occurred  
in the indicated tires.  
1. "CAR"  
Gray wheels  
2. "Vehicle status"  
It may not be possible to identify tire pressure  
losses.  
3.  
"Tire Pressure Monitor"  
The current status is displayed.  
Possible causes:  
▷ Malfunction.  
Current tire pressure  
▷ During tire inflation pressure measurement,  
after confirmation of the tire settings.  
The current tire pressure is displayed for each  
tire.  
▷ For tires with special approval: a reset is per‐  
formed for the system.  
The current tire inflation pressures may change  
during driving or depending on the outside tem‐  
perature.  
For tires with special approval:  
perform a reset  
Current tire temperature  
The current tire temperatures are displayed.  
1. "CAR"  
The current tire temperatures may change while  
driving or due to the outside temperature.  
2. "Vehicle status"  
3. "Tire Pressure Monitor"  
4. Make sure that correct tire settings have  
been made.  
Tire conditions  
Tire settings, refer to page 333.  
General information  
5. Turn on drive-ready state and do not drive  
off.  
Tire and system status are indicated by the color  
of the wheels and a text message on the Control  
Display.  
6. Reset tire pressure: "Perform reset".  
7. Drive away.  
Any existing messages may not be deleted if the  
target pressure is not reached after the tire infla‐  
tion pressure is corrected.  
The wheels are displayed in gray and the follow‐  
ing is displayed "Resetting tire pressure…".  
After a travel time of several minutes, the set tire  
inflation pressures are accepted as the prede‐  
fined tire inflation pressures. The reset is com‐  
pleted automatically while driving.  
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After a successfully completed reset, the wheels  
on the Control Display are shown in green and  
the following is displayed: "Reset successful."  
If the tire inflation pressure is too  
low  
Message  
You may interrupt this trip at any time. When you  
continue the reset resumes automatically.  
A yellow warning light is illuminated in  
the instrument cluster.  
Messages: for tires without  
special approval  
In addition, an icon with a Check Control mes‐  
sage appears on the Control Display.  
General information  
Icon  
Possible cause  
A low tire inflation pressure may cause the DSC  
Dynamic Stability Control to be switched on.  
There is a tire pressure loss.  
Safety information  
Measure  
1. Reduce the vehicle speed. Do not exceed a  
speed of 80 mph/130 km/h.  
Warning  
A damaged regular tire with low or missing tire  
inflation pressure impacts handling, such as  
steering and braking response. There is a risk  
of accident. Do not continue driving. Repair the  
flat tire or replace the wheel.  
2. At the next opportunity, for instance at a filling  
station, check the tire inflation pressure in all  
four tires and correct if necessary.  
If there is a significant tire pressure  
loss  
If a tire inflation pressure check is  
required  
Message  
A yellow warning light is illuminated in  
the instrument cluster.  
Message  
An icon with a Check Control message appears  
on the Control Display.  
In addition, an icon with the affected tire appears  
in a Check Control message on the Control Dis‐  
play.  
Icon Possible cause  
Inflation was not carried out according  
to specifications, for instance when the  
tire has not been sufficiently inflated or  
in the case of a natural steady tire pres‐  
sure loss.  
Icon Possible cause  
There is a flat tire or a major tire pres‐  
sure loss.  
Measure  
Measure  
1. Reduce your speed and stop cautiously.  
Avoid sudden braking and steering maneu‐  
vers.  
Check the tire pressure and correct as needed.  
2. Read the description on What to do in case of  
a flat tire.  
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Actions in the event of a flat tire, refer to  
page 337.  
Measure  
1. Check the tire pressure and correct as  
needed.  
Messages: for tires with special  
approval  
2. Perform a system reset.  
If the tire inflation pressure is too  
low  
General information  
A low tire inflation pressure may cause the DSC  
Dynamic Stability Control to be switched on.  
Message  
A yellow warning light is illuminated in  
the instrument cluster.  
Safety information  
In addition, an icon with a Check Control mes‐  
sage appears on the Control Display.  
Warning  
A damaged regular tire with low or missing tire  
inflation pressure impacts handling, such as  
steering and braking response. There is a risk  
of accident. Do not continue driving. Repair the  
flat tire or replace the wheel.  
Icon Possible cause  
There is a tire pressure loss.  
No reset was performed for the sys‐  
tem. The system issues a warning  
based on the tire inflation pressures  
stored during the last reset.  
If a tire inflation pressure check is  
required  
Measure  
Message  
1. Reduce the vehicle speed. Do not exceed a  
speed of 80 mph/130 km/h.  
An icon with a Check Control message appears  
on the Control Display.  
2. At the next opportunity, for instance at a filling  
station, check the tire inflation pressure in all  
four tires and correct if necessary.  
Icon  
Possible cause  
Inflation was not carried out accord‐  
ing to specifications, e.g., the tire has  
not been sufficiently inflated.  
3. Reset the system.  
If there is a significant tire pressure  
loss  
The system has detected a wheel  
change, but no reset was done.  
The tire inflation pressure has fallen  
below the level of the last reset.  
Message  
A yellow warning light is illuminated in  
the instrument cluster.  
No reset was performed for the sys‐  
tem. The system issues a warning  
based on the tire inflation pressures  
stored during the last reset.  
In addition, an icon with the affected tire appears  
in a Check Control message on the Control Dis‐  
play.  
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Driving or exposure to the sun will increase the  
tire's temperature, thus increasing the tire infla‐  
tion pressure.  
Icon Possible cause  
There is a flat tire or a major tire pres‐  
sure loss.  
The tire inflation pressure is reduced when the  
tire temperature falls again.  
No reset was performed for the sys‐  
tem. The system issues a warning  
based on the tire inflation pressures  
stored during the last reset.  
These circumstances may cause a warning  
when temperatures fall very sharply.  
Sudden tire pressure loss  
The system cannot indicate sudden serious tire  
damage caused by external circumstances.  
Measure  
1. Reduce your speed and stop cautiously.  
Avoid sudden braking and steering maneu‐  
vers.  
Failure performing a reset  
2. Read the description on What to do in case of  
a flat tire.  
Tires with special approval: the system will not  
function correctly if a reset was not performed,  
for example a flat tire may be indicated although  
the tire inflation pressures are correct.  
Actions in the event of a flat tire, refer to  
page 337.  
Actions in the event of a flat tire  
1. Identify the damaged tire.  
Malfunction  
Message  
Check the tire pressure in all four tires, for in‐  
stance using the tire pressure display of a flat  
tire kit.  
The yellow warning light flashes and is  
then illuminated continuously. A Check  
Control message is displayed. It may not  
be possible to identify tire pressure losses.  
For tires with special approval: if the tire pres‐  
sure in all four tires is correct, the Tire Pres‐  
sure Monitor may not have been reset. In this  
case, perform the reset.  
Measure  
If tire damage cannot be found, contact a  
dealer’s service center or another qualified  
service center or repair shop.  
▷ A wheel without wheel electronics is  
mounted: have the wheels checked, if  
needed.  
2. Repair the flat tire, e.g., with a flat tire kit or by  
changing the wheel.  
▷ Fault caused by systems or devices with the  
same radio frequency: after leaving the area  
of the interference, the system automatically  
becomes active again.  
Use of sealing compound, for instance from  
the flat tire kit, may damage the wheel elec‐  
tronics. Have the electronics replaced at the  
next opportunity.  
▷ For tires with special approval: the system  
was unable to complete the reset. Perform a  
system reset again.  
System limits  
Temperature  
The tire inflation pressure depends on the tire's  
temperature.  
▷ Tire Pressure Monitor malfunction: have the  
system checked by a manufacturer service  
center or another qualified service center or  
repair shop.  
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replacing one or more tires or wheels on your ve‐  
hicle to ensure that the replacement or alternate  
tires and wheels allow the TPMS to continue to  
function properly.  
Declaration according to NHTSA/  
FMVSS 138 Tire Pressure  
Monitoring System  
Each tire, including the spare (if provided) should  
be checked monthly when cold and inflated to  
the inflation pressure recommended by the vehi‐  
cle manufacturer on the vehicle placard or tire in‐  
flation pressure label. (If your vehicle has tires of  
a different size than the size indicated on the ve‐  
hicle placard or tire inflation pressure label, you  
should determine the proper tire inflation pres‐  
sure for those tires.) As an added safety feature,  
your vehicle has been equipped with a tire pres‐  
sure monitoring system (TPMS) that illuminates  
a low tire pressure telltale when one or more of  
your tires is significantly under-inflated. Accord‐  
ingly, when the low tire pressure telltale illumi‐  
nates, you should stop and check your tires as  
soon as possible, and inflate them to the proper  
pressure. Driving on a significantly under-inflated  
tire causes the tire to overheat and can lead to  
tire failure. Under-inflation also reduces fuel effi‐  
ciency and tire tread life, and may affect the vehi‐  
cle's handling and stopping ability. Please note  
that the TPMS is not a substitute for proper tire  
maintenance, and it is the driver's responsibility  
to maintain correct tire pressure, even if under-  
inflation has not reached the level to trigger illu‐  
mination of the TPMS low tire pressure telltale.  
Your vehicle has also been equipped with a  
TPMS malfunction indicator to indicate when the  
system is not operating properly. The TPMS  
malfunction indicator is combined with the low  
tire pressure telltale. When the system detects a  
malfunction, the telltale will flash for approxi‐  
mately one minute and then remain continuously  
illuminated. This sequence will continue upon  
subsequent vehicle start-ups as long as the mal‐  
function exists. When the malfunction indicator is  
illuminated, the system may not be able to de‐  
tect or signal low tire pressure as intended.  
TPMS malfunctions may occur for a variety of  
reasons, including the installation of replacement  
or alternate tires or wheels on the vehicle that  
prevent the TPMS from functioning properly. Al‐  
ways check the TPMS malfunction telltale after  
Flat Tire Monitor FTM  
Principle  
The Flat Tire display detects a tire pressure loss  
while driving and issues a warning if the tire pres‐  
sure has dropped.  
General information  
The system detects tire pressure loss on the ba‐  
sis of rotation speed differences between the in‐  
dividual wheels while driving.  
In the event of a tire pressure loss, the diameter  
and therefore the rotational speed of the corre‐  
sponding wheel changes. The difference will be  
detected and reported as a flat tire.  
The system does not measure the actual infla‐  
tion pressure in the tires.  
Functional requirements  
The following conditions must be met for the  
system; otherwise, reliable message of a tire  
pressure loss is not assured:  
▷ After a tire or wheel replacement, an initializa‐  
tion was performed with the correct tire infla‐  
tion pressure.  
▷ After the tire pressure was adjusted to a new  
value, an initialization was performed.  
Status display  
The current status of the Flat Tire Monitor FTM  
can be displayed, for instance whether the FTM  
is active.  
1. "CAR"  
2. "Vehicle status"  
3.  
"Flat Tire Monitor"  
The status is displayed.  
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Indication of a flat tire  
Initialization required  
An initialization must be performed in the follow‐  
ing situations:  
A yellow warning light is illuminated in  
the instrument cluster.  
▷ After the tire inflation pressure has been ad‐  
justed.  
In addition, an icon with a Check Control mes‐  
sage appears on the Control Display.  
▷ After a tire or wheel replacement.  
Icon Possible cause  
Performing initialization  
There is a flat tire or a major tire pres‐  
sure loss.  
When initializing, the set tire inflation pressures  
serve as reference values in order to detect a flat  
tire. Initialization is started by confirming the tire  
inflation pressures.  
Measure  
1. Reduce your speed and stop cautiously.  
Avoid sudden braking and steering maneu‐  
vers.  
Do not initialize the system when driving with tire  
chains.  
1. "CAR"  
2. "Vehicle status"  
3. "Flat Tire Monitor"  
Actions in the event of a flat tire  
1. Identify the damaged tire.  
4. Turn on drive-ready state and do not drive  
off.  
To do this, check the tire pressure in all four  
tires, for instance using the tire pressure dis‐  
play of a flat tire kit.  
5. Start the initialization with: "Perform reset"  
6. Drive away.  
If the tire inflation pressure in all four tires is  
correct, the Flat Tire Monitor may not have  
been initialized. In this case, initialize the sys‐  
tem.  
The initialization is completed while driving,  
which can be interrupted at any time.  
The initialization automatically continues when  
driving continues.  
If identification of flat tire damage is not pos‐  
sible, please contact a dealer’s service center  
or another qualified service center or repair  
shop.  
Messages  
2. Repair the flat tire, e.g., with a flat tire kit or by  
changing the wheel.  
General information  
When a flat tire is indicated, DSC Dynamic Sta‐  
bility Control is switched on, if needed.  
System limits  
The system could be delayed or malfunction in  
the following situations:  
Safety information  
▷ A natural, even tire pressure loss in all four  
tires will not be recognized. Therefore, check  
the tire inflation pressure regularly.  
Warning  
A damaged regular tire with low or missing tire  
inflation pressure impacts handling, such as  
steering and braking response. There is a risk  
of accident. Do not continue driving. Repair the  
flat tire or replace the wheel.  
▷ Sudden serious tire damage caused by exter‐  
nal circumstances cannot be recognized in  
advance.  
▷ The system has not been initialized.  
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▷ When driving on a snowy or slippery road.  
Warning  
▷ Sporty driving style: slip on traction wheels,  
high lateral acceleration (drifting).  
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.  
▷ When driving with tire chains.  
Changing wheels/tires  
General information  
When a flat tire kit is used, an immediate wheel  
change when there is a tire pressure loss in the  
event of a flat tire is not always necessary.  
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  
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.  
Safety information  
Warning  
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 injury or danger to  
life. When the vehicle is raised with the vehicle  
jack, do not lie under the vehicle and do not  
switch on the drive-ready state.  
Warning  
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.  
Warning  
When the vehicle jack is not inserted into the  
jacking point provided for this purpose, the ve‐  
hicle 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 in‐  
serted in the jacking point next to the wheel  
housing.  
Warning  
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 injury or danger to life. Do not place  
supports under the vehicle jack.  
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MOBILITY  
On a slight downhill gradient  
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.  
If you need to change a wheel on a slight down‐  
hill grade, place chocks and other suitable ob‐  
jects, for instance rocks, under the wheels of  
both the front and rear axles against the rolling  
direction.  
Securing the vehicle against  
rolling  
General information  
The vehicle manufacturer recommends to addi‐  
tionally secure the vehicle against rolling away  
when changing a wheel.  
Lug bolt lock  
Principle  
The wheel lug bolts have a special coding. The  
lug bolts can only be released with the adapter  
which matches the coding.  
On a level surface  
Overview  
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.  
Place wheel chocks or other suitable objects in  
front and behind the wheel that is diagonal to the  
wheel to be changed.  
▷ Lug lock bolt, arrow 1.  
▷ Adapter, arrow 2.  
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Unscrewing  
1. Attach the adapter to the lug lock bolt.  
Jacking points for the vehicle  
jack  
2. Unscrew the lug lock bolt.  
3. Remove the adapter after unscrewing the lug  
bolt.  
Screwing on  
1. Attach the adapter to the lug lock bolt. If nec‐  
essary, turn the adapter until it fits on the lug  
lock bolt.  
2. Screw on the lug lock bolt. The tightening  
torque is 101 lbs ft/140 Nm.  
The jacking points for the vehicle jack are lo‐  
cated at the indicated positions.  
3. Remove the adapter and stow it after screw‐  
ing on the lug bolt.  
Jacking up the vehicle  
Preparing the vehicle  
▷ Park the vehicle on solid and non-slip ground  
at a safe distance from traffic.  
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.  
▷ Turn 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 haz‐  
ardous 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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5. Make sure that the vehicle jack foot stands  
vertically and at a right angle beneath the  
jacking point.  
1. Hold the vehicle jack with one hand, arrow 1,  
and grasp the vehicle jack crank or lever with  
your other hand, arrow 2.  
6. Make sure that the vehicle jack foot stands  
vertically and perpendicularly beneath the  
jacking point after extending the vehicle jack.  
2. Insert the vehicle jack into the rectangular re‐  
cess of the jacking point closest to the wheel  
to be changed.  
7. Crank the vehicle up, until the vehicle jack is  
with the entire surface on the ground and the  
relevant wheel is maximum 1.2 inches/3 cm  
above ground.  
3. Extend the vehicle jack by turning the vehicle  
jack crank or lever clockwise.  
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.  
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.  
When non-original light-alloy wheels of the  
vehicle manufacturer are mounted, the ac‐  
companying lug bolts may have to be used as  
well.  
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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 lbs ft/140 Nm.  
2. Stow the nonworking wheel in the cargo area,  
if necessary.  
3. Check tire inflation pressure at the next op‐  
portunity and correct as needed.  
4. Reinitialize the Flat Tire Monitor.  
Reset the Tire Pressure Monitor again.  
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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MOBILITY  
Engine compartment  
not necessarily available in your vehicle, e.g., due  
to the selected options or country versions. This  
also applies to safety-related functions and sys‐  
tems. When using these functions and systems,  
the applicable laws and regulations must be ob‐  
served.  
Vehicle features and  
options  
This chapter describes all standard, country-spe‐  
cific and optional features offered with the series.  
It also describes features and functions that are  
Overview  
1
2
3
4
Filler neck for washer fluid  
Jump-starting, positive battery terminal  
Engine coolant  
5
6
7
Coolant, auxiliary cooling  
Vehicle identification number  
Jump-starting, negative battery terminal  
Oil filler neck  
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MOBILITY  
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 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 an  
accident and damage to property. Have work in  
the engine compartment performed by a deal‐  
er’s service center or another qualified service  
center or repair shop.  
NOTICE  
Folded-away wipers can be jammed when the  
hood is opened. There is a risk of damage to  
property, among other potential damage. Make  
sure that the wipers with the wiper blades  
mounted are folded down onto the windshield  
before opening the hood.  
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.  
NOTICE  
When the hood is closed, it must engage on  
both sides. Pressing again can damage the  
hood. There is a risk of damage to property,  
among other potential damage. Open the hood  
again and then close it energetically. Avoid  
pressing again.  
Warning  
Opening hood  
1. Pull lever, arrow 1.  
Hood is unlocked.  
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.  
Warning  
An incorrectly locked hood can open while driv‐  
ing and restrict visibility. There is a risk of acci‐  
dent. Stop immediately and correctly close the  
hood.  
2. After the lever is released, pull the lever again,  
arrow 2.  
Hood can be opened.  
3. Be careful of protruding parts on the hood.  
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Closing the hood  
Energetically close the hood from approx.  
20 in/50 cm.  
The hood must engage on both sides.  
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Operating materials  
MOBILITY  
Operating materials  
Safety information  
Vehicle features and  
options  
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.  
This chapter describes all standard, country-spe‐  
cific and optional features offered with the series.  
It also describes features and functions 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 sys‐  
tems. When using these functions and systems,  
the applicable laws and regulations must be ob‐  
served.  
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.  
Fuel recommendation  
Failure to comply with these recommendations  
may result in the need for additional mainte‐  
nance.  
General information  
Depending on the region, many filling 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.  
NOTICE  
Even small quantities of the wrong fuel or  
wrong fuel additives can damage the fuel sys‐  
tem and engine. Furthermore, the catalytic  
converter is permanently damaged. There is a  
risk of damage to property, among other poten‐  
tial damage. Do not refuel or add the following  
in the case of gasoline engines:  
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.  
▷ Leaded gasoline.  
▷ Metallic additives, for instance manganese  
or iron.  
Fuels with a maximum ethanol content of 25 %,  
i. e. E10 or E25, may be used for refueling.  
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.  
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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Engine oil  
NOTICE  
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, among other potential dam‐  
age. Do not fill with fuel that does not comply  
with the minimum quality.  
General information  
The engine oil consumption is dependent on  
your driving style and driving conditions.  
Therefore, regularly check the engine oil level af‐  
ter refueling by taking a detailed measurement.  
The engine oil consumption can increase in the  
following situations, for instance:  
NOTICE  
▷ Sporty driving style.  
Incorrect fuels can damage the fuel system and  
the engine. There is a risk of damage to prop‐  
erty, among other potential damage. Do not  
use fuels with a higher ethanol content than  
recommended. Do not refuel with fuels con‐  
taining methanol, e.g. M5 to M100.  
▷ Break-in of the engine.  
▷ Idle operation of the engine.  
▷ 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.  
Recommended gas quality  
BMW recommends AKI 93.  
Safety information  
Refuel with this gasoline to achieve the rated  
performance and consumption values.  
NOTICE  
An engine oil level that is too low causes en‐  
gine damage. There is a risk of damage to  
property, among other potential damage. Im‐  
mediately add engine oil.  
Minimum fuel grade  
BMW recommends AKI 91.  
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.  
NOTICE  
Too much engine oil can damage the engine or  
the catalytic converter. There is a risk of dam‐  
age to property, among other potential dam‐  
age. Do not add too much engine oil. When too  
much engine oil is added, have the engine oil  
level corrected by a dealer’s service center or  
another qualified service center or repair shop.  
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Detailed measurement  
Electronic oil measurement  
General information  
Principle  
The engine oil level is checked when the vehicle  
is stationary and displayed via a scale.  
The electronic oil measurement has two measur‐  
ing principles:  
If the engine oil level is outside its permissible  
operating range, a Check Control message is  
displayed.  
▷ Monitoring.  
▷ Detailed measurement.  
When making frequent short-distance trips or  
using a sporty driving style, for instance when  
taking curves aggressively, regularly perform a  
detailed measurement.  
General information  
During the measurement, the idle speed is in‐  
creased somewhat.  
Monitoring  
Functional requirements  
▷ Vehicle is parked in a horizontal position.  
Principle  
▷ Manual transmission: shift lever in neutral po‐  
sition, clutch and accelerator pedals not de‐  
pressed.  
The engine oil level is monitored electronically  
while driving and can be shown on the Control  
Display.  
▷ Steptronic transmission: selector lever in se‐  
lector lever position N or P and accelerator  
pedal not depressed.  
If the engine oil level is outside its permissible  
operating range, a Check Control message is  
displayed.  
▷ The drive-ready state is switched on by  
pressing the Start/Stop button.  
A red indicator light indicates that the en‐  
gine oil pressure is too low.  
▷ Engine is running and is at operating temper‐  
ature.  
Functional requirements  
Performing a detailed measurement  
1. "CAR"  
A current measured value is available after ap‐  
prox. 30 minutes of normal driving.  
2. "Vehicle status"  
Displaying the engine oil level  
1. "CAR"  
3.  
"Engine oil level"  
4. "Engine oil measurement"  
5. "Start measurement"  
2. "Vehicle status"  
3.  
"Engine oil level"  
The engine oil level is checked and displayed via  
a scale.  
The engine oil level is displayed.  
System limits  
Adding engine oil  
General information  
Only add engine oil when the message is dis‐  
played in the instrument cluster. The quantity to  
be added is indicated in the message shown on  
the Control Display.  
When making frequent short-distance trips or  
using a sporty driving style, it may not be possi‐  
ble to calculate a measured value. In this case,  
the measured value for the last, sufficiently long  
trip is displayed.  
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Only add suitable types of engine oil.  
Opening, refer to page 346.  
Safely park the vehicle and switch off drive-ready  
state before adding engine oil.  
2. Open the lid counterclockwise.  
Take care not to add too much engine oil.  
Safety information  
Warning  
Operating materials, for instance oils, greases,  
coolants, fuels, can contain harmful ingredients.  
There is a risk of injury or danger to life. Follow  
the instructions on the containers. Avoid the  
contact of articles of clothing, skin or eyes with  
operating materials. Do not refill operating ma‐  
terials into different bottles. Store operating  
materials out of reach of children.  
3. Add engine oil.  
4. Close the lid.  
Engine oil types to add  
General information  
The engine oil grade is critical for the life of the  
engine.  
NOTICE  
An engine oil level that is too low causes en‐  
gine damage. There is a risk of damage to  
property, among other potential damage. Im‐  
mediately add engine oil.  
Only add with the types of engine oil which are  
listed.  
Safety information  
NOTICE  
NOTICE  
Oil additives can damage the engine. There is a  
risk of damage to property, among other poten‐  
tial damage. Do not use oil additives.  
Too much engine oil can damage the engine or  
the catalytic converter. There is a risk of dam‐  
age to property, among other potential dam‐  
age. Do not add too much engine oil. When too  
much engine oil is added, have the engine oil  
level corrected by a dealer’s service center or  
another qualified service center or repair shop.  
NOTICE  
Incorrect engine oil can cause malfunctions in  
the engine or damage it. There is a risk of dam‐  
age to property, among other potential dam‐  
age. When selecting an engine oil, make sure  
that the engine oil has the correct oil specifica‐  
tion.  
Overview  
The oil filler neck is located in the engine com‐  
partment.  
Additional information:  
For an overview, refer to page 345.  
Suitable engine oil types  
Add engine oils that meet the following oil rating  
standards:  
Adding engine oil  
1. Opening the hood.  
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Oil specification  
BMW Longlife-01 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 specification  
API SL.  
Coolant  
API SM.  
General information  
API SN.  
Coolant consists of water and coolant additive.  
Not all commercially available additives are suita‐  
ble for the vehicle. Do not mix additives of differ‐  
ent colors. Observe the water - additive mixture  
ratio of 50:50. Information about suitable addi‐  
tives is available from a dealer’s service center or  
another qualified service center or repair shop.  
Viscosity grades  
When selecting an engine oil, make sure that the  
engine oil has a suitable viscosity grade. The  
suitable viscosity grade is indicated on a label in  
the engine compartment.  
Viscosity grades  
Safety information  
SAE 0W-30.  
Warning  
More information about suitable oil specifications  
and viscosity grades of engine oils can be re‐  
quested from a dealer’s service center or another  
qualified service center or repair shop.  
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.  
Engine oil change  
Warning  
NOTICE  
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.  
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. It is recommended that you do not  
exceed the service intervals indicated in the ve‐  
hicle.  
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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3. Turn the lid of the coolant reservoir slightly  
Coolant level  
counterclockwise to allow any excess pres‐  
sure to dissipate, then open it.  
General information  
4. Open the coolant reservoir lid.  
Depending on the motorization, there are up to  
two coolant reservoirs in the engine compart‐  
ment. Check and add the coolant levels on a reg‐  
ular basis.  
5. If the coolant is low, slowly add coolant up to  
the specified level; do not overfill.  
6. Close the lid.  
The coolant level is indicated using minimum  
and maximum markings in the filler neck of the  
coolant reservoir.  
7. Have the cause of the coolant loss eliminated  
as soon as possible.  
Additional information:  
Disposal  
For an overview, refer to page 345.  
Comply with the relevant environmental  
protection regulations when disposing of  
coolant and coolant additives.  
Checking the coolant level  
1. Let the engine cool down.  
2. Opening the hood.  
Washer fluid  
Opening, refer to page 346.  
3. Turn the lid of the coolant reservoir slightly  
counterclockwise to allow any excess pres‐  
sure to dissipate, then open it.  
General information  
All windshield washer jets are supplied from one  
tank.  
4. Open the coolant reservoir lid.  
5. The coolant level is correct if it lies between  
the minimum and maximum marks in the filler  
neck.  
Use a mixture of tap water and windshield  
washer concentrate. If desired, a windshield  
washer concentrate containing antifreeze can be  
used.  
Recommended minimum fill quantity:  
0.2 US gal/1 liter.  
Safety information  
Warning  
Some types of antifreeze can contain harmful  
substances and are flammable. There is a risk  
of fire and an injury hazard. Follow the instruc‐  
tions on the containers. Keep antifreeze away  
from ignition sources. Do not refill operating  
materials into different bottles. Store operating  
materials out of reach of children.  
6. Close the lid.  
Adding coolant  
1. Let the engine cool down.  
2. Opening the hood.  
Opening, refer to page 346.  
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MOBILITY  
United States: the washer fluid mixture ratio is  
regulated by the U.S. EPA and many individual  
states; do not exceed the allowable washer fluid  
dilution ratio limits that apply. Follow the usage  
instructions on the washer fluid container.  
Overview  
Use of BMW’s Windshield Washer Concentrate  
or the equivalent is recommended.  
Warning  
Washer fluid can ignite and catch fire on con‐  
tact with hot engine parts. There is a risk of in‐  
jury or risk of damage to property. Only add  
washer fluid when the engine is cooled down.  
Next, fully close the lid of the washer fluid res‐  
ervoir.  
The washer fluid reservoir is located in the en‐  
gine compartment.  
Malfunction  
The use of undiluted windshield washer concen‐  
trate or alcohol-based antifreeze can lead to in‐  
correct readings at temperatures below  
+5 ℉/-15 ℃.  
NOTICE  
Silicon-containing additives in the washer fluid  
for the water-repelling effect on the windows  
can lead to damage to the washing system.  
There is a risk of damage to property, among  
other potential damage. Do not add silicon-  
containing additives to the washer fluid.  
NOTICE  
Mixing different windshield washer concen‐  
trates or antifreeze can damage the washing  
system. There is a risk of damage to property,  
among other potential damage. Do not mix dif‐  
ferent windshield washer concentrates or anti‐  
freeze. Follow the information and mixture ra‐  
tios provided on the containers.  
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MOBILITY  
Maintenance  
General information  
Information on service notifications can be dis‐  
played on the Control Display.  
Vehicle features and  
options  
Additional information:  
This chapter describes all standard, country-spe‐  
cific and optional features offered with the series.  
It also describes features and functions 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 sys‐  
tems. When using these functions and systems,  
the applicable laws and regulations must be ob‐  
served.  
Service notifications, refer to page 160.  
Service data in the vehicle key  
Information on the service notifications is contin‐  
uously stored in the vehicle key. The service  
center can read this data out and suggest a  
maintenance scope for the vehicle.  
Therefore, hand the service advisor the vehicle  
key with which the vehicle was driven most re‐  
cently.  
BMW maintenance system  
Storage periods  
Storage periods during which the vehicle battery  
was disconnected are not taken into account.  
The maintenance system provides service notifi‐  
cations and thereby provides support in main‐  
taining road safety and the operational reliability  
of the vehicle.  
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.  
Maintenance Booklet for  
US Models  
Condition Based Service  
CBS  
Please consult your Maintenance Booklet for ad‐  
ditional information on the performance of serv‐  
ice and maintenance work.  
Principle  
The manufacturer of your vehicle recommends  
that maintenance and repair be performed by a  
service center or another qualified service center  
or repair shop. Records of regular maintenance  
and repair work should be retained.  
Sensors and special algorithms take into account  
the driving conditions of the vehicle. CBS uses  
these to provide maintenance recommendations.  
The system makes it possible to adapt the  
amount of maintenance corresponding to your  
user profile.  
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MOBILITY  
Emissions  
Socket for OBD Onboard  
Diagnosis  
▷ The warning light lights up:  
Emissions are deteriorating. Have the  
vehicle checked as soon as possible.  
General information  
▷ The warning light flashes under certain cir‐  
cumstances:  
Devices connected to 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.  
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.  
Safety information  
NOTICE  
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.  
Position  
Located on the driver's side is an OBD socket for  
reading the vehicle data.  
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Replacing components  
MOBILITY  
Replacing components  
switch on the wiper without a wiper blade in‐  
stalled.  
Vehicle features and  
options  
This chapter describes all standard, country-spe‐  
cific and optional features offered with the series.  
It also describes features and functions 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 sys‐  
tems. When using these functions and systems,  
the applicable laws and regulations must be ob‐  
served.  
NOTICE  
Folded-away wipers can be jammed when the  
hood is opened. There is a risk of damage to  
property, among other potential damage. Make  
sure that the wipers with the wiper blades  
mounted are folded down onto the windshield  
before opening the hood.  
Replacing the wiper blades  
1. To change the wiper blades, fold up the wiper  
arms.  
Vehicle tool kit  
Fold-away position of the wipers, refer to  
page 138.  
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 in the left  
storage compartment of the cargo area under a  
cover.  
Wiper blades  
Safety information  
NOTICE  
4. Remove the wiper blade forward from the  
catch.  
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, among  
other potential damage. Hold the wiper firmly  
when changing the wiper blade. Do not fold or  
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If despite driving with the headlights switched on,  
Lights and bulbs  
increasing humidity forms, for instance water  
droplets in the light, have the headlights  
checked.  
General information  
Lights and bulbs make an essential contribution  
to driving safety.  
Vehicle battery  
All headlights and lights are made using LED or  
laser technology.  
General information  
The battery is maintenance-free.  
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.  
More information about the battery can be re‐  
quested from a dealer's service center or another  
qualified service center or repair shop.  
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.  
Safety information  
DANGER  
Contact with live components can lead to an  
electric shock. There is a risk of injury or danger  
to life. Do not touch any components that are  
under voltage.  
Safety information  
Warning  
Focused laser light can irritate or permanently  
damage the retina of the eye. There is a risk of  
injury. The manufacturer of the vehicle recom‐  
mends that the work on the lighting system in‐  
cluding bulb replacement be performed by a  
dealer’s service center or another qualified  
service center or repair shop.  
Warning  
Vehicle batteries that are not compatible can  
damage vehicle systems and impair vehicle  
functions. There is a risk of an accident and  
damage to property. Only vehicle batteries that  
are compatible with your vehicle type should be  
installed in your vehicle. Information on com‐  
patible vehicle batteries is available at your  
dealer’s service center.  
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.  
Register the battery to the  
vehicle  
The manufacturer of the vehicle recommends  
that you have a service center or another quali‐  
fied service center or repair shop register the ve‐  
hicle battery to the vehicle after the battery has  
been replaced. Once the battery has been regis‐  
tered again, all comfort features will be available  
without restriction and any Check Control mes‐  
Headlight glass  
The inside of the headlight glass can fog up in  
cool or humid weather. When driving with the  
lights switched on, the condensation evaporates  
after a short time. The headlight glass does not  
need to be changed.  
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sages displayed which relate to comfort features  
starting aid terminals in the engine compart‐  
will disappear.  
ment.  
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.  
Charging the battery  
Charge the battery only when the engine is off  
and via the starting aid terminals in the engine  
compartment.  
Additional information:  
Starting aid terminals, refer to page 364.  
A discharged battery is indicated by a red  
indicator light.  
Power interruption  
After a power interruption, some equipment  
needs to be newly initialized or individual settings  
updated, for example:  
Charge the battery when acceleration is insuffi‐  
cient.  
The maximum charging voltage is 14.4 volts.  
The following circumstances can have a negative  
effect on the performance of the battery:  
▷ With Memory function: store the positions  
again.  
▷ Frequent short-distance drives.  
▷ Time: update.  
▷ The vehicle is not used for more than a  
month.  
▷ Date: update.  
▷ Glass sunroof: initialize the system.  
Safety information  
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.  
NOTICE  
Non-compatible external chargers can damage  
the vehicle. There is a risk of an accident and  
damage to property. Only loading devices that  
are compatible with your vehicle and that are  
below the maximum charge voltage should be  
used to charge your vehicle. Information on  
compatible chargers is available at your dealer’s  
service center.  
Maintain the filled battery in an upright position  
for transport and storage. Secure the battery so  
that it does not tip over during transport.  
Fuses  
General information  
NOTICE  
The fuses are located at different places in the  
vehicle.  
Battery chargers that charge the vehicle battery  
via sockets or cigarette lighters in the vehicle  
may overload or damage the 12 V electrical  
system. There is a risk of damage to property,  
among other potential damage. Only connect  
battery chargers for the vehicle battery to the  
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Information on the fuse layout, as well as the po‐  
sitions of any other fuse boxes, is available on the  
Internet: .  
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.  
Additional fuse boxes  
Additional fuse boxes are located in the vehicle.  
In the case of a malfunction, contact a dealer's  
service center or another qualified service center  
or repair shop.  
Replacing fuses  
In the car's interior  
The vehicle manufacturer recommends that you  
have a dealer's service center or another quali‐  
fied service center or repair shop replace the  
fuses.  
The fuses are located in the car's interior in the  
front passenger floor area behind a cover.  
Loosen fasteners, arrows, and open cover.  
The fuse box is located on the front right.  
In the cargo area  
The fuses are located in the cargo area on the  
right side behind a cover.  
Remove the cover on the right side trim.  
The fuse box may be located behind the sound  
insulation.  
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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 and functions 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 sys‐  
tems. When using these functions and systems,  
the applicable laws and regulations must be ob‐  
served.  
The warning triangle is located on the inside of  
the tailgate.  
Press on the release, arrow 1, and swivel the  
cover down, arrow 2.  
Hazard warning flashers  
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.  
Storage for the first-aid kit is provided in the right  
storage compartment of the cargo area.  
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mitted automatically. It may be necessary to ap‐  
prove this on the Control Display.  
BMW Roadside Assistance  
Principle  
Contact the BMW Group Roadside Assistance if  
assistance is needed in the event of a break‐  
down.  
Teleservice Help  
Depending on the country, Teleservice Help en‐  
ables an in-depth diagnosis of the vehicle by  
BMW Roadside Assistance via wireless trans‐  
mission.  
General information  
In the event of a breakdown, data on the vehi‐  
cle's condition is transmitted to the BMW Road‐  
side Assistance.  
You can launch Teleservice Help by requesting it  
through BMW Roadside Assistance.  
1. Park the vehicle in a safe place.  
2. Set the parking brake.  
There are various ways of contacting BMW  
Roadside Assistance.  
3. Control Display is switched on.  
4. Confirm Teleservice Help.  
▷ Via a Check Control message.  
Supplementary text messages, refer to  
page 153.  
BMW Accident Assistance  
▷ Calling with a mobile phone.  
▷ Via the BMW app.  
Principle  
BMW Group Accident Assistance can be con‐  
tacted if assistance is needed in the event of an  
accident.  
Functional requirements  
▷ Active ConnectedDrive contract, equipment  
with intelligent emergency call or BMW Con‐  
nectedDrive services.  
General information  
▷ Cellular network reception.  
▷ Standby state is switched on.  
If the vehicle sensors detect a minor to moder‐  
ately severe accident, which did not trigger any  
airbags, a Check Control message appears on  
the instrument cluster. In addition, a text mes‐  
sage appears on the Control Display.  
Starting manually  
If the vehicle is equipped with Teleservices, sup‐  
port is offered through Teleservice Diagnosis.  
When BMW Accident Assistance is activated,  
data on the vehicle's condition is sent to BMW.  
1. "APPS"  
2. "Installed apps"  
Functional requirements  
▷ Active ConnectedDrive contract, equipment  
with intelligent emergency call or BMW Con‐  
nectedDrive services.  
3. "BMW Assist"  
4. If necessary, "BMW Roadside Assistance"  
A voice connection is established.  
▷ Cellular network reception.  
▷ Standby state is switched on.  
Teleservice Diagnosis  
Teleservice Diagnosis enables the wireless  
transmission of detailed vehicle data that is im‐  
portant for vehicle diagnosis. This data is trans‐  
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For technical reasons, the Emergency Call can‐  
not be guaranteed under unfavorable conditions.  
Starting BMW Accident  
Assistance  
Overview  
If an accident is detected  
automatically  
A text message relating to BMW Accident Assis‐  
tance appears on the Control Display.  
The connection can be established directly:  
"Contact accident assistance"  
The Check Control message for BMW Accident  
Assistance can also be called up from the stored  
Check Control messages for a certain length of  
time.  
SOS button.  
Additional information:  
Check Control, refer to page 152.  
Functional requirements  
▷ Standby state is switched on.  
▷ The Assist system is functional.  
Starting manually  
BMW Accident Assistance can also be con‐  
tacted independently of the automatic accident  
detection function.  
▷ If the vehicle is equipped with intelligent  
emergency call: the integrated SIM card in  
the vehicle has been activated.  
1. "APPS"  
2. "Installed apps"  
3. "BMW Assist"  
Automatic triggering  
Under certain conditions, for instance if the air‐  
bags trigger, an emergency call is automatically  
initiated immediately after an accident of corre‐  
sponding severity. Automatic Collision Notifica‐  
tion is not affected by pressing the SOS button.  
4. "BMW Accident Assistance"  
Follow the displays on the Control Display. A  
voice connection is established.  
Emergency Call  
Manual triggering  
1. Tap the cover.  
Intelligent emergency call  
2. Press and hold the SOS button until the LED  
in the area of the button illuminates green.  
Principle  
▷ The LED is illuminated green when an emer‐  
gency call has been initiated.  
In case of an emergency, an emergency call can  
be triggered automatically by the system or man‐  
ually.  
If a cancel prompt appears on the Control  
Display, the emergency call can be aborted.  
General information  
Only press the SOS button in an emergency.  
The Intelligent Assist system establishes a con‐  
nection with the BMW Response Center.  
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If the situation allows, wait in your vehicle until  
the voice connection has been established.  
Safety information  
▷ The LED flashes green when a connection to  
the BMW Response Center has been estab‐  
lished.  
DANGER  
Contact with live components can lead to an  
electric shock. There is a risk of injury or danger  
to life. Do not touch any components that are  
under voltage.  
The BMW Response Center then makes  
contact with the occupants of the vehicle and  
initiates further steps to help.  
Even if you are unable to respond, the BMW  
Response Center can take further steps to  
help you under certain circumstances.  
Warning  
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.  
For this purpose, data that serves to deter‐  
mine the necessary rescue measures, for in‐  
stance the current position of the vehicle  
when it can be determined, is transmitted to  
the BMW Response Center.  
Even if the BMW Response Center is no lon‐  
ger heard through the loudspeakers, the  
BMW Response Center may still be able to  
hear the occupants of the vehicle.  
NOTICE  
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,  
among other potential damage. Make sure that  
no body contact occurs.  
The BMW Response Center ends the emer‐  
gency call.  
Malfunction  
The function of the Emergency Request may be  
impaired.  
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.  
The LED in the area of the SOS button lights up  
for approximately 30 seconds. A Check Control  
message is displayed.  
2. Switch off the engine of the assisting vehicle.  
Have it checked by a dealer's service center or  
another qualified service center or repair shop.  
3. Switch off any electrical components in both  
vehicles.  
Starting aid terminals  
The starting aid terminal in the engine compart‐  
ment acts as the positive battery terminal.  
Jump-starting  
General information  
A special connection on the body in the engine  
compartment acts as the negative battery termi‐  
nal.  
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.  
Additional information:  
Overview of engine compartment, refer to  
page 345.  
Open the cover of the positive battery terminal.  
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Connecting the cables  
Before you begin, switch off all unnecessary  
electronic systems/components, such as the  
radio, on the assisting and receiving vehicles.  
Tow-starting and towing  
Safety information  
1. Open the cover of the starting aid terminal.  
Warning  
2. Attach one terminal clamp of the positive  
jumper cable to the positive battery terminal,  
or to the corresponding starting aid terminal  
of the vehicle providing assistance.  
Due to system limits, individual functions can  
malfunction during tow-starting/towing with the  
Intelligent Safety systems activated. There is a  
risk of accident. Switch all Intelligent Safety  
systems off prior to tow-starting/towing.  
3. Attach the terminal clamp on the other end of  
the cable to the positive battery terminal, or  
to the corresponding starting aid terminal of  
the vehicle to be started.  
Manual transmission  
Safety information  
4. Attach one terminal clamp of the negative  
jumper cable to the negative battery terminal,  
or to the corresponding engine or body  
ground of assisting vehicle.  
NOTICE  
5. Attach the second terminal clamp to the neg‐  
ative battery terminal, or to the corresponding  
engine or body ground of the vehicle to be  
started.  
The vehicle can become damaged when lifting  
and securing it.  
There is a risk of damage to property, among  
other potential damage.  
▷ Lift the vehicle using suitable means.  
Starting the engine  
▷ Do not lift or secure the vehicle by its tow  
fitting, body parts, or suspension parts.  
Never use spray fluids to start the engine.  
1. Start the engine of the assisting vehicle and  
let it run for several minutes at an increased  
idle speed.  
Towing or pushing the vehicle  
A broken-down vehicle can be towed or pushed.  
Follow the following instructions:  
2. Start the engine of the vehicle that is to be  
started in the usual way.  
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.  
▷ Make sure that the standby state is switched  
on; otherwise, the low beams, tail lights, turn  
signals, and wipers may be unavailable.  
▷ Do not tow the vehicle with the rear axle  
tilted, as the front wheels could turn.  
3. Let both engines run for several minutes.  
4. Disconnect the jumper cables in the reverse  
order.  
▷ When the engine is stopped, there is no  
power assist. Consequently, more force  
needs to be applied when braking and steer‐  
ing.  
Check the battery and recharge, if needed.  
▷ Larger steering wheel movements are re‐  
quired.  
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▷ The towing vehicle must not be lighter than  
the vehicle being towed; otherwise, it will not  
be possible to control handling.  
There is a risk of damage to property, among  
other potential damage.  
▷ Lift the vehicle using suitable means.  
▷ Do not exceed a towing speed of  
30 mph/50 km/h.  
▷ Do not lift or secure the vehicle by its tow  
fitting, body parts, or suspension parts.  
▷ Do not exceed a towing distance of  
30 miles/50 km.  
Pushing the vehicle  
Additional information:  
To remove a broken-down vehicle from the haz‐  
ardous area, it can be pushed for a short dis‐  
tance.  
Rolling or pushing the vehicle, refer to page 140.  
Tow truck  
Additional information:  
Rolling or pushing the vehicle, refer to page 142.  
Tow truck  
Your vehicle should be transported with a tow  
truck with a so-called lift bar or on a flat bed.  
M Steptronic Sport transmission:  
transporting the vehicle  
The vehicle should only be transported on a  
loading platform.  
General information  
The vehicle is not permitted to be towed.  
Towing other vehicles  
General information  
Switch on the hazard warning system, depend‐  
ing on local regulations.  
Safety information  
NOTICE  
If the electrical system has failed, clearly identify  
the vehicle being towed by placing a sign or a  
warning triangle in the rear window.  
The vehicle can be damaged when towing the  
vehicle with a single lifted axle. There is a risk of  
damage to property, among other potential  
damage. The vehicle should only be trans‐  
ported on a loading platform.  
NOTICE  
The vehicle can become damaged when lifting  
and securing it.  
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▷ Do not exceed a towing distance of  
3 miles/5 km.  
Safety information  
▷ When starting to tow the vehicle, make sure  
that the tow rope is taut.  
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 handling. There is a risk  
of accident. Make sure that the gross vehicle  
weight of the towing vehicle is heavier than the  
vehicle to be towed.  
Tow fitting  
General information  
NOTICE  
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, among  
other potential damage. Correctly attach the  
tow bar or tow rope to the tow fitting.  
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.  
Tow bar  
The tow fittings used should be on the same  
side on both vehicles.  
The tow fitting is found in the onboard vehicle  
tool kit.  
Should it prove impossible to avoid mounting the  
tow bar at an inclination, please follow the follow‐  
ing:  
Observe the following notes when using the tow  
fitting:  
▷ Use only the tow fitting provided with the ve‐  
hicle.  
▷ Free movement is limited going around cor‐  
ners.  
▷ Turn the tow fitting at least 5 turns clockwise  
and screw it in as far as it will go. If necessary,  
tighten with a suitable object.  
▷ The tow bar will generate lateral forces if it is  
secured with an inclination.  
▷ After use, unscrew the tow fitting counter-  
clockwise.  
Tow rope  
Observe the following notes when using the tow  
rope:  
▷ Use the tow fitting for towing on paved roads  
only.  
▷ Use nylon ropes or straps, which will enable  
the vehicle to be towed without jerking.  
▷ Avoid lateral loading of the tow fitting, for in‐  
stance do not lift the vehicle by the tow fit‐  
ting.  
▷ Make sure the tow rope is not twisted when  
fastening.  
▷ Check the attachment of the tow fitting in  
regular intervals.  
▷ Check the attachment of the tow fitting and  
tow rope in regular intervals.  
Additional information:  
▷ Do not exceed a towing speed of  
30 mph/50 km/h.  
Onboard vehicle tool kit, refer to page 357.  
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Safety information  
NOTICE  
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,  
among other potential damage. Follow the  
notes on using the tow fitting.  
Screw thread for tow fitting  
Press on the mark on the edge of the cover to  
push it out.  
Tow-starting  
Do not tow-start the vehicle.  
Start the engine by jump-starting, if possible.  
Have the reasons for the starting difficulties cor‐  
rected by a dealer’s service center or another  
qualified service center or repair shop.  
Additional information:  
Jump-starting, refer to page 364.  
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Vehicle 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 and functions 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 sys‐  
tems. When using these functions and systems,  
the applicable laws and regulations must be ob‐  
served.  
▷ Minimum distance from glass sunroof:  
31.5 in/80 cm.  
Automatic washing systems or  
car washes  
Safety information  
NOTICE  
Washing the vehicle  
Using a car wash with high pressure washers  
may result in water penetration of window  
areas. There is a risk of damage to property,  
among other potential damage. Do not drive  
into high-pressure car wash systems.  
General information  
Regularly remove foreign objects such as leaves  
in the area below the windshield when the hood  
is raised.  
Wash your vehicle frequently, particularly in win‐  
ter. Intense contamination and road salt can  
damage the vehicle.  
NOTICE  
Improper use of automatic washing systems or  
car washes can cause damage to the vehicle.  
There is a risk of damage to property, among  
other potential damage. Follow the following in‐  
structions:  
Steam cleaner and high pressure  
cleaner  
▷ Give preference to cloth car washes or  
those that use soft brushes in order to  
avoid paint damage.  
Safety information  
NOTICE  
▷ Do not drive through a car wash with  
guide rails higher than 4 in/10 cm to avoid  
damage to the body.  
When cleaning with high pressure cleaners,  
components can be damaged due to the pres‐  
sure or temperatures being too high. There is a  
risk of damage to property, among other poten‐  
tial damage. Maintain sufficient distance and do  
not spray too long continuously. Follow the op‐  
erating instructions for the high pressure clean‐  
ers.  
▷ Observe the tire width of the guide rail to  
avoid damage to tires and rims.  
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▷ Fold in exterior mirrors to avoid damage to  
the exterior mirrors.  
Thaw ice with de-icing spray; do not use an ice  
scraper.  
▷ Deactivate the wiper and, if necessary, rain  
sensor to avoid damage to the window  
wiper system.  
After washing the vehicle  
After washing the vehicle, apply the brakes  
briefly to dry them; otherwise, braking effect can  
be reduced. The heat generated during braking  
dries brake discs and brake pads and protects  
them against corrosion.  
Driving into a car wash with an  
M Steptronic Sport transmission  
Completely remove all residues on the windows,  
to minimize loss of visibility due to smearing and  
to reduce wiper noises and wiper blade wear.  
Safety information  
NOTICE  
Selector lever position P is automatically en‐  
gaged when standby state is switched off.  
There is a risk of damage to property, among  
other potential damage. Do not switch standby  
state off in car washes.  
Vehicle care  
Vehicle care products  
General information  
BMW recommends using vehicle care and  
cleaning products from BMW. Suitable vehicle  
care products are available from a dealer’s serv‐  
ice center or another qualified service center or  
repair shop.  
General information  
In a car wash, the vehicle must be able to roll  
freely.  
Some car washes do not permit persons in the  
vehicle. The vehicle cannot be locked from the  
outside when in selector lever position N. A sig‐  
nal sounds when an attempt is made to lock the  
vehicle.  
Safety information  
Warning  
Additional information:  
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.  
Rolling or pushing the vehicle, refer to page 142.  
Driving out of a car wash  
Ensure that the vehicle key is in the car.  
Turn on drive readiness.  
Additional information:  
Drive-ready state, refer to page 42.  
Vehicle paintwork  
General information  
Regular vehicle 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  
Headlights  
Do not rub wet headlights dry and do not use  
abrasive or acidic cleaning agents.  
Soak areas that have been dirtied, for instance  
from insects, with auto shampoo and wash off  
with water.  
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the vehicle paintwork. Tailor the frequency and  
extent of your vehicle care to these influences.  
Safety information  
Corrosive substances such as spilled fuel, oil,  
grease or bird droppings, must be removed im‐  
mediately to prevent the finish from being altered  
or discolored.  
NOTICE  
Open hook and loop fasteners on articles of  
clothing can damage the seat covers and other  
cloth upholstery in the vehicle. There is a risk of  
damage to property, among other potential  
damage. Ensure that any Velcro® fasteners are  
closed.  
Matte paintwork  
Only use cleaning and care products suitable for  
vehicles with matte paintwork.  
Leather care  
Remove dust from the leather regularly, using a  
cloth or vacuum cleaner.  
Caring for special components  
Light-alloy wheels  
When cleaning the vehicle, use only neutral rim  
cleaners having a pH value from 5 to 9. Do not  
use abrasive cleaning agents or steam cleaners  
above 140 ℉/60 ℃. Follow the manufacturer's  
instructions.  
Otherwise, particles of dust and road grime chafe  
in pores and folds, and lead to heavy wear and  
premature degradation of the leather surface.  
To guard against discoloration, such as from  
clothing, clean leather and provide leather care  
roughly every two months.  
Aggressive, acidic or alkaline cleaning agents can  
destroy the protective coating of adjacent com‐  
ponents, such as the brake disc.  
Clean light-colored leather more frequently be‐  
cause contamination on such surfaces is sub‐  
stantially more visible.  
After cleaning, apply the brakes shortly to dry  
them. The heat generated during braking dries  
brake discs and brake pads and protects them  
against corrosion.  
Use leather care products; otherwise, dirt and  
grease will gradually break down the protective  
coating of the leather surface.  
Chrome surfaces  
Upholstery material care  
General information  
Vacuum the upholstery regularly with a vacuum  
cleaner.  
Carefully clean Chrome surfaces, especially in  
case of exposure to road salt, with plenty of wa‐  
ter and added auto shampoo as needed.  
Rubber components  
If upholstery is very contaminated, for instance  
with beverage stains, use a soft sponge or micro‐  
fiber cloth with a suitable interior cleaner.  
Environmental influences can cause surface con‐  
tamination of rubber parts and a loss of gloss.  
Use only water and suitable cleaning agents for  
cleaning.  
Clean the upholstery down to the seams using  
large sweeping motions. Avoid rubbing the ma‐  
terial vigorously.  
Treat especially worn rubber parts with rubber  
care products at regular intervals. When cleaning  
rubber seals, do not use any silicon-containing  
vehicle care products in order to avoid damage  
or noises.  
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Vehicle Care  
MOBILITY  
Fine wood parts  
Carpets and floor mats  
Clean fine wood facing and fine wood compo‐  
nents only with a moist rag. Then dry with a soft  
cloth.  
Warning  
Objects in the driver's floor area can limit the  
pedal distance or block a depressed pedal.  
There is a risk of accident. Stow objects in the  
vehicle such that they are secured and cannot  
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 clearance for  
the pedals. Ensure that the floor mats are se‐  
curely fastened again after they were removed,  
for instance for cleaning.  
Kenaf  
Only treat parts made of Kenaf fibers using suita‐  
ble care products.  
Plastic components  
NOTICE  
Cleaning agents that contain alcohol or sol‐  
vents, such as lacquer thinners, heavy-duty  
grease removers, fuel and such, can damage  
plastic parts. There is a risk of damage to prop‐  
erty, among other potential damage. Clean with  
a microfiber cloth. Dampen the cloth lightly with  
water, if needed.  
The floor mats can be removed from the car's in‐  
terior for cleaning.  
If the floor carpets are very contaminated, clean  
with a microfiber cloth and water or a textile  
cleaner. To prevent matting of the carpet, rub  
back and forth in the driving direction only.  
Clean with a microfiber cloth.  
Dampen the cloth lightly with water, if needed.  
Do not soak the headliner.  
Sensors and camera lenses  
To clean sensors and camera lenses, use a cloth  
moistened with a small amount of glass deter‐  
gent.  
Safety belts  
Warning  
Displays, screens, and protective  
glass of the Head-up Display  
Chemical cleansers can destroy the safety belt  
webbing. Missing protective effect of the safety  
belts. There is a risk of injury or danger to life.  
Use only a mild soapy solution for cleaning the  
safety belts.  
NOTICE  
Chemical cleaning agents, moisture or fluids of  
any kind can damage the surface of displays  
and screens. There is a risk of damage to prop‐  
erty, among other potential damage. Clean with  
a clean, antistatic microfiber cloth.  
Dirty belt straps impede the reeling action and  
thus have a negative impact on safety.  
Use only a mild soapy solution for cleaning the  
installed belt straps.  
Safety belts should only be allowed to retract if  
they are dry.  
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MOBILITY  
NOTICE  
The surface of displays can be damaged with  
improper cleaning. There is a risk of damage to  
property, among other potential damage. Avoid  
pressure that is too high and do not use any  
scratching materials.  
Use a dry, clean antistatic microfiber cloth.  
Clean the protective glass of the Head-up Dis‐  
play using a microfiber cloth and commercially  
available dish-washing soap.  
Taking the vehicle out of service  
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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