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Integrated universal remote

control*

Programming

The concept

The integrated universal remote control can

replace as many as three hand-held transmit-

ters for various remote-controlled accessories,

such as door openers and house alarm sys-

tems. The integrated universal remote control

registers and stores signals from the original

hand-held transmitters.

The signal of an original hand-held transmitter

can be programmed on one of the three mem-

ory buttons 1. Then with the ignition switched

on, this programmed memory button 1 can be

used to operate the respective feature. The

LED 2 flashes to confirm transmission of the

signal.

1

2

Memory buttons

LED

Fixed-code hand-held transmitters

1. Switch on ignition, refer to page 53.

Should you sell your vehicle one day, be sure to

delete the stored programs beforehand for your

safety, refer to page 94.

2. When starting operation for the first time:

Press both outer memory buttons 1 for

approx. 20 seconds until the LED 2 flashes.

All stored programs are deleted.

To prevent possible damage or injury,

before programming or using the inte-

grated universal remote control, always inspect

the immediate area to make certain that no peo-

ple, animals or objects are within the travel

range of the device. Also, comply with the

safety precautions of the original hand-held

transmitter.<

3. Hold the original hand-held transmitter at a

distance of approx. 2 in/5 cm to 8 in/20 cm

from the memory buttons 1.

The required distance between the

hand-held transmitter and the mem-

ory buttons 1 depends on the relevant sys-

tem of the original hand-held transmitter

used.<

Checking compatibility

4. Simultaneously press the transmit key on

the original hand-held transmitter and the

desired memory button 1 on the integrated

universal remote control. The LED 2 flashes

slowly at first. As soon as the LED 2 flashes

rapidly, release both buttons. If the LED 2

does not flash rapidly after approx. 15 sec-

onds, alter the distance.

If you see this symbol on the packaging

or in the manual supplied with the orig-

inal hand-held transmitter, it is safe to

assume that it is compatible with the integrated

universal remote control.

If you have additional questions, please

contact your BMW center or call:

1-800-355-3515.

Information is also provided on the Internet at:

or

5. To program other original hand-held trans-

mitters, repeat steps 3 and 4.

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The corresponding memory button 1 is now

programmed with the signal of the original

hand-held transmitter.

The corresponding memory button 1 is now

programmed with the signal of the original

hand-held transmitter.

You can operate the system when the engine is

running or when the ignition is switched on.

If you have any additional questions,

please contact your BMW center.<

If the device can not be used after

repeated programming, check whether

Deleting stored programs

the original hand-held transmitter uses an alter-

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

instructions for the original hand-held transmit-

ter or hold down the programmed memory

button 1 of the integrated universal remote

control. If the LED 2 on the integrated universal

remote control flashes rapidly for a short time

and then remains lit for approx. 2 seconds, this

indicates that the original hand-held transmitter

uses an alternating-code system. In the case of

an alternating-code system, program the mem-

ory buttons 1 as described at Alternating-code

transmitters.<

Press both outer memory buttons 1 for approx.

20 seconds until the LED 2 flashes:

All stored programs are deleted.

Individual programs cannot be deleted.

Sun blinds*

Sun blind for rear window

Alternating-code transmitters

To program the integrated universal remote

control, consult the operating instructions for

the equipment to be set. You will find informa-

tion there on the possibilities for synchroniza-

tion.

Press the button on the driver's door.

When programming hand-held transmitters

that employ an alternating code, please observe

the following supplementary instructions:

Sun blinds for rear side windows

Pull the loop of the roller sun blind and hook

onto bracket.

Programming will be easier with the aid of

a second person.<

1. Park your vehicle within the range of the

remote-controlled device.

2. Program the integrated universal remote

control as described above in the section

Fixed-code hand-held transmitters.

3. Locate the button on the receiver of the

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

4. Press the button on the receiver of the

device to be set. After step 4, you have

approx. 30 seconds for step 5.

5. Press the programmed memory button 1

of the integrated universal remote control

three times.

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To avoid possibly damaging the lamp,

always ensure that it is switched off

before inserting it in the socket.<

Glove compartment

Opening

Front center armrest

The compartment is the center armrest is

divided into two sections.

Opening cover

Pull the handle. The light in the glove compart-

ment switches on.

To prevent injury in the event of an acci-

dent while the vehicle is being driven,

close the glove compartment immediately after

use.<

Closing

Press the button. The cover opens somewhat

and can be folded upwards.

Fold the cover up.

Depending on vehicle equipment, the upper

section contains a compartment with a mat that

can be removed for cleaning or a telephone

cradle*.

Locking

Lock with a key.

If you only hand over the remote control

without the integrated key, e.g. for valet

parking, refer to page 28, the glove compart-

ment cannot be unlocked.<

Opening upper compartment

Rechargeable flashlight

Press button and fold cover upward.

The flashlight is located on the left side of the

glove compartment.

The flashlight can remain plugged in continu-

ously. Pull the flashlight out of the socket when

needed.

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Accessing lower compartment

Storage compartments

There are other storage compartments in the

doors as well as in the front and rear center con-

sole.

Storage nets are located on the backrests of the

front seats, and a net* is provided in the front

passenger footwell.

Do not stow hard or sharp-edged objects

in the storage nets or the net, otherwise

there is an increased risk of injury in an acci-

dent.<

Press the button at the front and fold the upper

compartment or the telephone cradle upward.

Clothes hooks

Ventilating lower compartment

Clothes hooks are located near the grab han-

dles in the rear.

Push the slide in the lower compartment

upward.

When hanging clothing on the hooks,

ensure that it will not obstruct the driver's

vision. Do not hang heavy objects on the hooks.

If you do so, they could cause personal injury to

occupants during braking or evasive maneu-

vers.<

Depending on the automatic climate con-

trol setting, the temperature inside the

ventilated compartment may be higher than in

the rest of the interior. Should this be the case,

push the slide downward to close off the venti-

lation.<

Adjusting

Cup holders

Do not place containers made of glass in

the cup holders. This would lead to an

increased risk of injury in the event of an acci-

dent.<

Opening

Push the illustrated section of the center arm-

rest into the desired position.

Connection for external audio device

You can connect an external audio device, e.g. a

CD or an MP3 player, and play the sound via the

vehicle loudspeakers, refer to page 151.

Briefly press the button.

Closing

Press the cover in the center and push in the

cup holder.

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Ashtray, front

Ashtray, rear

Opening

Slide back the cover.

Emptying

Press the entire cover down. The ashtray rises

and can be removed.

Push the ashtray toward the front: the ashtray

lifts and can be removed.

Cigarette lighter, rear

Cigarette lighter, front

Refer to Cigarette lighter, front.

Connecting electrical devices

Press in the lighter with the engine running or

the ignition switched on.

Sockets

The lighter can be removed as soon as it pops

back out.

With the engine running or the ignition switched

on, the cigarette lighter socket can be used as a

power outlet for hand flashlights, car vacuum

cleaners, etc., with power ratings of up to

approx. 200 W at 12 V. Avoid damaging the

socket due to inserting plugs of different

shapes or sizes. The same is true for all power

outlets in the vehicle.

Hold or touch the hot cigarette lighter by

the knob only. Holding or touching it in

other areas could result in burns.

Always take along the remote control when you

leave the vehicle, otherwise children could, for

example, use the lighter and burn themselves.<

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In front passenger footwell

Center armrest, rear

Access to socket:

Fold open the cover.

Storage tray:

Pull the cover upward, arrow 1.

Access to cup holders:

Press the button 2 and open the cover

In the rear center console

Through-loading system*

Opening

1. Open the buckle of the center safety belt in

the rear and insert the latch plate at the end

of the belt into the fixture on the rear win-

dow shelf.

Depending on the equipment, the sockets in

the rear are covered with caps or equipped with

a lighter. Refer to Cigarette lighter, front,

page 97.

Access to socket:

Remove respective cap or lighter.

In luggage compartment

2. Push the corresponding head restraint

down as far as it will go, refer to page 44.

Access to socket:

Fold open the cover.

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3. To unlock the rear seat back, pull the corre-

sponding lever in the luggage compart-

ment.

Ski bag*

Designed for safe, clean transport of up to

4 pairs of standard skis or up to 2 snowboards.

With the ski bag you can stow skis with a length

of up to 6.9 ft/2.10 m. When skis of 6.9 ft/2.10 m

in length are loaded, the ski bag will tend to con-

tract, reducing its overall capacity.

Loading

1. Fold down the center armrest, press the

button and open the cover.

4. The unlocked rear seat back moves forward

slightly. Fold the seat back forward by the

head restraint.

2. Press the button again; the cover in the lug-

gage compartment opens. If you press the

button firmly the first time, this also opens

the cover in the luggage compartment.

Closing

3. Extend the ski bag between the front seats

and fill it. The zipper facilitates access to the

stowed items and drying of the ski bag.

1. Fold the rear seat back into the seating

position and engage.

4. Insert the latch plate of the ski bag retaining

strap into the center safety belt buckle that

is marked CENTER.

When you return the seat to its upright

position, make sure that the retainer

engages properly. If it is not properly engaged,

transported cargo could enter the vehicle dur-

ing braking or evasive maneuvers and endanger

the vehicle occupants.<

2. Release the latch plate from the bracket on

the rear window shelf and insert it into the

buckle of the center safety belt. The latch

plate must audibly engage.

The lashing eyes in the luggage compartment

provide you with a way to attach luggage com-

partment nets* or flexible straps for securing

suitcases and luggage, refer to page 108.

Only stow clean skis in the ski bag. Wrap sharp

edges to prevent damage.

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Securing cargo

After loading, secure the ski bag and its con-

tents. Tighten the retaining strap on the ten-

sioning buckle for this purpose.

Secure the ski bag in this way. If you fail to

do so, it could endanger occupants dur-

ing braking or evasive maneuvers.<

To store the ski bag, perform the above steps in

reverse order.

Removing ski bag

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

faster drying or to allow you to put it to other

uses.

1. Pull the handle forward and pull the ski bag

up and out.

2. Close the cover in the luggage compart-

ment.

Your BMW center will be glad to provide

you with more detailed information on the

various items of equipment.<

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