CONTROLS for Your BMW X5 SUV 2024

Vehicle cockpit  
CONTROLS  
Vehicle cockpit  
if they are not included in the vehicle in ques-  
tion.  
Vehicle equipment  
For further information:  
This chapter describes equipment, systems  
and functions which are offered or may be of-  
fered in future on a model-specific basis, even  
Vehicle equipment, see page 8.  
Around the steering wheel  
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Safety switch for windows and  
roller sunblinds 104  
To unlock  
To lock  
2
Window lifters 102  
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Seat comfort functions  
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4
Exterior mirror operation 122  
Central locking system 96  
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Vehicle cockpit  
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Front passenger seat functionality  
Displaying the menu bar in the in-  
strument cluster 156  
Memory function 124  
Volume, see Owner's Handbook  
for Navigation, Entertainment,  
Communication 6  
Massage function 109  
Voice control system 59  
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7
Opening and closing luggage  
compartment 87  
Selecting the menu contents in  
the instrument cluster 156  
To change the station/music  
track, see the Owner's Handbook  
for Navigation, Entertainment,  
Communication 6  
Steering column lever, left  
Turn indicator 151  
Telephone, see Owner's  
Handbook for Navigation, Enter-  
tainment, Communication 6  
High-beam headlight, headlight  
flasher 151  
High-beam Assistant 182  
Knurled wheel for selecting con-  
figuration menus for instrument  
cluster and head-up display 156  
Trip data 171  
Operating the infotainment selec-  
tion lists in the instrument cluster  
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9
Shift paddles  
Buttons on steering wheel, left  
Switch Cruise Control Systems  
12 Steering column lever, right  
Windscreen wipers 151  
on/off 235  
Rain sensor 152  
Select Cruise Control System 235  
To clean the windscreen 153  
Rear wiper 154  
To store a speed 235  
Continue Cruise Control Systems  
with the saved setting.  
To clean the rear window 154  
Interrupt Cruise Control Systems.  
To set the speed 235  
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Horn, entire area  
10 Instrument cluster 156  
11 Buttons on steering wheel, right  
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Vehicle cockpit  
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To adjust the steering wheel 124  
Exterior lights menu 53  
High-beam Assistant 182  
Automatic lights 178  
15 Fold-down compartment 323  
16 Lights  
Low-beam headlight 179  
Adaptive lighting functions 181  
Rear fog light 184  
17  
To unlock the bonnet 390  
Around the centre console  
1
Control display 54  
Ventilation 308  
Rear window heating 307  
2
3
Hazard warning lights 412  
Radio/multimedia, see Owner's Handbook  
for Navigation, Entertainment, Communica-  
tion 6  
Climate control 300  
Defrost function 306  
Adjusting the volume  
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Vehicle cockpit  
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Station/track forward  
Station/track back  
ECO PRO drive mode  
Hill Descent Control 229  
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5
6
Button for glove compartment 322  
Controller with buttons 56  
9
Switching drive-ready state on/off  
Two-axle ride level control 294.  
10  
Automatic Start/Stop function  
xOffroad package 297  
Parking assistance systems 263  
7
Parking brake 147  
Dynamic Stability Control 226  
Automatic Hold 149  
11 Selector lever 141  
8
Driving Experience Control 146  
SPORT drive mode  
COMFORT drive mode  
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Vehicle cockpit  
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Around the headliner  
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Emergency call, SOS 414  
Glass sunroof 104  
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5
Reading lights 185  
Interior lights 184  
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3
Depending on the national-mar-  
ket version:  
Front passenger airbag indicator  
light 189  
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Sensors in the vehicle  
CONTROLS  
Sensors in the vehicle  
Vehicle equipment  
Cameras  
This chapter describes equipment, systems  
and functions which are offered or may be of-  
fered in future on a model-specific basis, even  
if they are not included in the vehicle in ques-  
tion.  
Front camera  
For further information:  
Vehicle equipment, see page 8.  
Overview  
The front camera is located in the radiator  
grille.  
Depending on the equipment, the following  
cameras and sensors are installed in the vehi-  
cle:  
Front camera.  
Camera behind the windscreen  
Camera behind the windscreen.  
Exterior mirror cameras.  
Reversing Assist Camera.  
Front radar sensor.  
Side radar sensors, front.  
Side radar sensors, rear.  
Ultrasonic sensors in the front/rear bump-  
ers.  
The camera behind the windscreen is located  
in the area of the interior mirror.  
Side ultrasonic sensors.  
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Sensors in the vehicle  
CONTROLS  
When the camera field of view is covered,  
for example by a fogged up windscreen or  
stickers.  
Exterior mirror cameras  
If the camera lens is dirty or damaged.  
With the exterior mirrors folded in.  
With open doors or open luggage compart-  
ment.  
In the case of bright oncoming light or  
strong reflections, for example if the sun is  
low in the sky.  
An exterior mirror camera is located under  
each exterior mirror housing.  
In the dark.  
The camera has overheated due to exces-  
sive temperatures and temporarily turned  
off.  
Reversing Assist Camera  
During the camera calibration process im-  
mediately after vehicle delivery.  
A Check Control message may be displayed if  
the system limits are reached.  
Radar sensors  
Safety information  
WARNING  
The Reversing Assist Camera is located in the  
handle strip on the rear.  
Due to external influences, e.g. interference,  
the radar sensors of the vehicle and thus also  
the driving assistance systems can be distur-  
bed. There is a risk of accident. Observe the  
traffic situation, be ready to take over steer-  
ing and braking at any time, and actively in-  
tervene if the situation warrants it.  
Functional requirement of the  
cameras  
The areas of the cameras are clean and clear.  
For further information:  
Washing the vehicle, see page 422.  
Vehicle care, see page 423.  
System limits of the cameras  
The function of the cameras can be restricted  
or may indicate something wrong, for example  
in the following situations:  
In thick fog, wet conditions or snow.  
On steep crests or dips or on tight bends.  
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Sensors in the vehicle  
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Front radar sensor  
Functional requirement of the radar  
sensors  
The areas of the radar sensors are clean and  
clear.  
For further information:  
Washing the vehicle, see page 422.  
Vehicle care, see page 423.  
System limits of the radar sensors  
The function of the radar sensors can be re-  
stricted or not available, for example in the  
following situations:  
The front radar sensor is located in the front  
bumper.  
If the sensors are contaminated.  
In case of iced up sensors.  
Side radar sensors, front  
If the sensors are obscured, for example by  
stickers, foils or a number plate carrier.  
If the sensors are misaligned, for example  
due to parking damage.  
If the radiation range of the sensors is cov-  
ered, for example by protruding loads.  
When the field of view of the sensors is cov-  
ered, for example by garage walls, hedges,  
snow hills, vehicles or trailers.  
The radar sensors are located on the side of  
the front bumper.  
After work performed incorrectly on the ve-  
hicle paintwork near to the sensors.  
At steep crests or hollows of hills.  
Side radar sensors, rear  
A Check Control message may be displayed if  
the system limits are reached.  
The radar sensors are located in the rear  
bumper.  
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Sensors in the vehicle  
CONTROLS  
Functional requirement of the  
ultrasonic sensors  
Ultrasonic sensors  
The areas of the ultrasonic sensors are clean  
and clear.  
Ultrasonic sensors, front  
For further information:  
Washing the vehicle, see page 422.  
Vehicle care, see page 423.  
System limits of the ultrasonic  
sensors  
The physical limits of ultrasound measurement  
may be reached when detecting objects in sit-  
uations involving the following, for example:  
The ultrasonic sensors of the parking assis-  
tance systems are located in the front bumper.  
If the sensors are dirty or covered, e.g. by  
stickers.  
Ultrasonic sensors, rear  
If the sensors are misaligned, for example  
due to parking damage.  
After work performed incorrectly on the ve-  
hicle paintwork near to the sensors.  
Small children and animals.  
Persons wearing certain types of clothing,  
for example a jacket.  
Obstacles and people at the edge of the  
driving lane.  
If there is external interference with the ul-  
trasonic sound, for example by passing ve-  
hicles, loud machines or other ultrasonic  
sources.  
The ultrasonic sensors of the parking assis-  
tance systems are located in the rear bumper.  
Side ultrasonic sensors  
Certain weather conditions; for example,  
high air humidity, wet conditions, snowfall,  
cold, extreme heat or strong wind.  
For trailer towbars and tow hitches of other  
vehicles.  
Thin or wedge-shaped objects.  
Moving objects.  
Higher protruding objects, for example pro-  
jecting walls.  
Objects with corners, edges and smooth  
surfaces.  
The ultrasonic sensors of the parking assis-  
tance systems are located on the side in the  
front and rear bumpers.  
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For objects with fine surfaces or structures,  
e.g. wire mesh fences.  
Objects with porous surfaces.  
Small and low objects such as boxes.  
Low objects already displayed, for exam-  
ple, kerbs, can be outside of the detection  
ranges of the sensors.  
Soft obstacles or obstacles covered in foam  
material.  
Plants or shrubs.  
In washing bays and car washes.  
In the event of bumps, for example speed  
bumps.  
In the presence of dense exhaust fumes.  
The ultrasonic sensors do not take into ac-  
count loads projecting beyond the outline of  
the vehicle.  
If the cover of the trailer tow hitch is incor-  
rectly seated.  
A Check Control message may be displayed if  
the system limits are reached.  
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Vehicle operating condition  
CONTROLS  
Vehicle operating condition  
Observe the following to ensure that the vehi-  
cle is secured against rolling away:  
Vehicle equipment  
Apply the parking brake.  
This chapter describes equipment, systems  
and functions which are offered or may be of-  
fered in future on a model-specific basis, even  
if they are not included in the vehicle in ques-  
tion.  
Turn the front wheels towards the kerb  
on uphill or downhill gradient.  
Additionally secure the vehicle on uphill  
or downhill gradient, for example with a  
chock.  
For further information:  
Vehicle equipment, see page 8.  
WARNING  
General  
Unsupervised children or pets in the vehicle  
can set the vehicle in motion and endanger  
themselves or other road users, for example  
by the following actions:  
Depending on the situation, the vehicle is in  
one of the three states:  
Rest state.  
Pressing the Start/Stop button.  
Releasing the parking brake.  
Standby state.  
Drive-ready state.  
Opening and closing doors or windows.  
Engaging selector lever position N.  
Operating vehicle equipment.  
Rest state  
There is a risk of accident or injury. Do not  
leave children or pets unsupervised in the ve-  
hicle. When leaving the vehicle, take the vehi-  
cle key with you and lock the vehicle.  
Principle  
If the vehicle is in rest state, it is switched off.  
General  
Establishing the rest state  
automatically  
The rest state is established automatically, for  
example in the following situations:  
The vehicle is in rest state before you open it  
from outside and once you have left the vehicle  
and locked it.  
Safety information  
After a few minutes, if no operation is per-  
formed on the vehicle.  
WARNING  
When the vehicle battery state of charge is  
low.  
An unsecured vehicle can start moving and  
roll away. There is a risk of accident. Before  
leaving the vehicle, secure the vehicle against  
rolling away.  
Depending on the iDrive setting: one or  
both of the front doors is opened when  
leaving the vehicle after a journey.  
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Vehicle operating condition  
CONTROLS  
In some situations, for example during a tele-  
phone call or when the low-beam headlight is  
switched on, the vehicle will not switch auto-  
matically to rest state.  
Establishing rest state on opening  
the front doors  
After a trip, the rest state can be established  
by opening the front doors. For this purpose,  
all passengers must exit the vehicle.  
Press the button on the luggage compartment  
to access the vehicle in deep sleep mode.  
1.  
Apps menu  
2. "Vehicle apps"  
Deactivating deep sleep mode  
3. "Doors and windows"  
4. "Lock/unlock"  
Switch off the function on the control dis-  
play.  
5. "Turn off after opening door"  
Drive the vehicle.  
Establishing the rest state manually  
To establish rest state in the vehicle at the end  
of the journey:  
Standby state  
Principle  
Press and hold the button on  
the radio until the OFF display  
on the instrument cluster turns  
off.  
When standby state is activated, most func-  
tions can be operated while the vehicle is still  
stationary. Any desired settings can be per-  
formed.  
General  
Deep sleep mode  
The vehicle switches to standby state after the  
front doors are opened from the outside.  
Principle  
Use the deep sleep mode to prevent discharg-  
ing of the vehicle battery if the vehicle is not  
used for a period of several weeks.  
Manually establishing standby state  
General  
In deep sleep mode, the vehicle functions are  
reduced to the essentials.  
The standby state can be switched on again  
after the rest state has been automatically es-  
tablished.  
Activating deep sleep mode  
1.  
Apps menu  
With button on the radio  
2. "Vehicle apps"  
Press the button on the radio.  
The control display and instru-  
ment cluster illuminate.  
3. "System settings"  
4. "Deep sleep mode"  
5. Select the desired setting.  
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CONTROLS  
With the Start/Stop button  
WARNING  
Press the Start/Stop button. The  
An unsecured vehicle can start moving and  
roll away. There is a risk of accident. Before  
leaving the vehicle, secure the vehicle against  
rolling away.  
control display and instrument  
cluster illuminate.  
Observe the following to ensure that the vehi-  
cle is secured against rolling away:  
Display in the instrument cluster  
Apply the parking brake.  
OFF is shown in the instru-  
ment cluster. The drivetrain is  
switched off and standby state  
switched on.  
Turn the front wheels towards the kerb  
on uphill or downhill gradient.  
Additionally secure the vehicle on uphill  
or downhill gradient, for example with a  
chock.  
Drive-ready state  
NOTICE  
Principle  
Repeated attempts to start the engine or  
starting it several times in quick succession  
can cause the starter to overheat. Fuel will  
also be unburned or insufficiently burned,  
which could cause the catalytic converter to  
overheat. There is a risk of material damage.  
Avoid repeated starting in quick succession.  
Switching on drive-ready state corresponds to  
starting the engine.  
General  
Some functions can only be operated when the  
drive-ready state is switched on.  
Safety information  
Switching on drive-ready state  
General  
DANGER  
Drive-ready state is switched on  
using the Start/Stop button.  
A blocked exhaust pipe or inadequate ven-  
tilation can allow harmful exhaust fumes to  
enter the vehicle. The exhaust fumes contain  
pollutants which are colourless and odour-  
less. In enclosed spaces, exhaust fumes can  
also build up outside the vehicle. There is a  
danger to life. Keep the exhaust pipe clear  
and ensure sufficient ventilation.  
Switching on drive-ready state  
1. Press the brake.  
2. Press the Start/Stop button.  
Starting proceeds automatically for a short  
time and stops as soon as the engine starts.  
Most of the indicator and warning lights in  
the instrument cluster illuminate for varying  
lengths of time.  
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Vehicle operating condition  
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Petrol engine  
Depending on the motorisation, full drive  
power may not be available until approx.  
30 seconds after the engine is started. In this  
case, the vehicle will not accelerate in the usual  
way.  
For further information:  
Power display, see page 168.  
Diesel engine  
With the engine cold and at temperatures be-  
low 0 , 32 the starting operation can be  
delayed slightly due to automatic preheating.  
A Check Control message is shown.  
After the engine is started, full drive power may  
not be available until the engine is at operating  
temperature. Pay attention to the engine tem-  
perature display and power display as applica-  
ble. In this case, the vehicle will not accelerate  
in the usual way.  
For further information:  
Engine temperature display, see page 169.  
Power display, see page 168.  
Display in the instrument cluster  
The activated drive-ready state is indicated  
in the instrument cluster, depending on the  
equipment, by the display of information re-  
quired for driving or the READY display.  
Switching off drive-ready state  
1. With the vehicle at a standstill, engage se-  
lector lever position P.  
2. Apply the parking brake.  
3. Press the Start/Stop button.  
The engine is switched off. The vehicle  
changes to standby state.  
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BMW iDrive  
CONTROLS  
BMW iDrive  
Safety information  
Vehicle equipment  
This chapter describes equipment, systems  
and functions which are offered or may be of-  
fered in future on a model-specific basis, even  
if they are not included in the vehicle in ques-  
tion.  
WARNING  
Operating integrated information systems  
and communication devices during a journey  
may distract you from the traffic situation.  
You could lose control of the vehicle. There is  
a risk of accident. Only operate the systems  
or devices if the traffic situation allows you to  
do so. Stop if necessary and operate the sys-  
tems or devices with the vehicle at a stand-  
still.  
For further information:  
Vehicle equipment, see page 8.  
Display and operating  
concept  
Main menu  
Principle  
General  
BMW iDrive is the vehicles display and oper-  
ating concept and includes a wide range of  
functions.  
The main menu is divided into different areas:  
Overview  
General  
Depending on the equipment, the functions  
can be operated as follows:  
Via the control display.  
Via the Controller.  
Via the touchpad.  
Via the BMW Intelligent Personal Assistant.  
Via gesture control.  
Using the operating elements on the steer-  
ing wheel.  
1
Menu bar  
2
3
4
Widgets  
For further information:  
Status information  
Climate bar, climate 300  
Instrument cluster, see page 156.  
Menu bar  
Apps menu  
Access to apps and vehicle functions. A  
filter can be selected. The last selected filter  
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is stored. If necessary, change the filter to see  
the apps you want.  
as buttons and allow jumping to the relevant  
menu.  
"All apps": all apps and functions are dis-  
played.  
Status information  
"Infotainment apps": only infotainment  
apps are displayed.  
General  
The status field is located in the top area of the  
control display. Status information is displayed  
in the form of icons. Various symbols are avail-  
able depending on vehicle equipment and na-  
tional-market version.  
"Vehicle apps": only functions for vehicle  
setting are displayed.  
Media menu  
Access to functions of the entertainment  
system, for example, radio stations or connec-  
tion with external devices.  
Telephone status information  
Icon  
Meaning  
Communication menu  
Active call.  
Access to the telephone and message  
function as well as the connection and man-  
agement of mobile devices, for example,  
smartphones.  
Data transfer not possible.  
Signal strength.  
SIM card missing.  
Navigation menu  
Access to navigation system, destination  
entry and traffic information. Configurable map  
views as well as other functions, for example  
points of interest.  
Entertainment status information  
Icon Meaning  
USB audio.  
Apple CarPlay© menu  
Bluetooth audio.  
Smartphone audio.  
Connected Music with Spotify.  
WiFi.  
Depending on the national-market version  
with connected function: access to Apple Car-  
Play. Apple CarPlay allows certain functions of  
a compatible Apple iPhone to be used securely  
via iDrive.  
Apple CarPlay.  
Android Auto.  
Android Auto© menu  
Depending on the national-market version  
with connected function: access to Android  
Auto. Android Auto enables certain functions  
of a compatible Android smartphone to be  
used securely via iDrive.  
Status information notifications  
Icon Meaning  
Number of messages.  
Check Control message.  
Traffic information.  
Widgets  
Widgets show real-time information and dy-  
namic content, for example the map of the  
navigation system. The widgets also serve  
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Icon Meaning  
Icon  
Function  
Suppress private information.  
To confirm your digit input.  
Do not disturb.  
Notification.  
Move the entry area to the left  
or right.  
Input comparison  
For further information:  
When entering data from a database, for ex-  
ample contacts, the selection is gradually nar-  
rowed down with each character entered and  
supplemented if necessary.  
Owner's Handbook for Navigation, Entertain-  
ment, Communication, see page 6.  
Other status information  
Activating/deactivating functions  
Icon Meaning  
Some menu items are preceded by an icon.  
Selecting the menu item enables or disables  
the function.  
Sound output active.  
Sound output deactivated.  
Activation word active.  
BMW ID or driver profile.  
Route guidance active.  
Call up quicklist.  
Icon  
Meaning  
Function is activated.  
Function is deactivated.  
Activating/deactivating audio  
confirmation  
Wireless charging active.  
Park Distance Control: sound activated.  
1.  
Apps menu  
2. "Vehicle apps"  
Park Distance Control: sound deactiva-  
ted.  
3. "System settings"  
4. "Sound"  
5. Select the desired setting.  
Digit input and display  
Quick access  
Letters and numbers  
The quicklist provides access to the shortcuts,  
certain settings and app recommendations.  
Letters and numbers can be entered using  
the controller, the touchpad, control display or  
voice control depending on the equipment.  
Icon  
Function  
To switch between upper and  
lower case.  
To enter a space.  
To switch between languages.  
To use voice input.  
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BMW iDrive  
CONTROLS  
Performing a function  
1. Swipe from top to bottom on the control  
display.  
Digit in-  
put  
Operation  
Show  
quicklist.  
Swipe from top to bottom on the  
control display.  
2. Tap the desired shortcut.  
The function is carried out immediately. If you  
have selected a phone number for example,  
the connection will also be established.  
Slide the Controller upwards.  
Tap the  
bar.  
icon in the status  
Hide  
quicklist.  
Swipe from the bottom up on the  
control display.  
Deleting shortcuts  
1. Swipe from top to bottom on the control  
display.  
Slide the Controller downwards.  
2. Press and hold the desired shortcut.  
3. "Delete shortcut"  
Activating/deactivating pop-ups  
Pop-ups are automatically shown on the con-  
trol display for some functions. Some of these  
pop-ups can be activated or deactivated.  
Direct access  
1.  
Apps menu  
General  
2. "Vehicle apps"  
The vehicle has buttons that can be used to  
access menus for the respective function di-  
rectly on the control display. Then continue the  
operation via iDrive.  
3. "System settings"  
4. "Pop-ups"  
5. Select the desired setting.  
Overview  
Shortcuts  
General  
The iDrive functions can be stored on the  
shortcuts and called up directly, for example,  
radio stations, navigation destinations, phone  
numbers and menu entries.  
Saving a function  
1. Select the desired function.  
2. Press and hold the desired function.  
3. "Add to shortcuts"  
Button Function  
Call up the Exterior lighting menu.  
Shortcuts can only be created with an active  
BMW ID or a driver profile.  
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BMW iDrive  
CONTROLS  
Safety information  
BMW Curved Display  
WARNING  
Principle  
Objects located in front of the control display  
may slip and damage the control display.  
There is a danger of injury or material dam-  
age. Do not place objects in front of the con-  
trol display.  
The BMW Curved Display is the one-piece dis-  
play in the vehicle that is curved towards the  
driver. The BMW Curved Display comprises the  
instrument cluster on the driver's side and the  
control display in the centre console.  
General  
Overview  
Follow the instructions on cleaning the BMW  
Curved Display in the Care chapter.  
For further information:  
Care of special parts, see page 425.  
Overview  
Control display  
Switching the control display on/off  
automatically  
The control display is switched on automati-  
cally when the vehicle is unlocked or as soon  
as the control display is required for operation.  
1
Instrument cluster 156  
Control display 54  
2
In certain situations, the control display is  
switched off automatically, for example if no  
operation is performed on the vehicle for sev-  
eral minutes.  
Control display  
Switching the control display on/off  
manually  
1. Swipe from top to bottom on the control  
display.  
Principle  
The iDrive functions are shown on the control  
display.  
2. "Screen off"  
Tap the control display to turn it on again.  
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BMW iDrive  
CONTROLS  
Adjusting the brightness  
Buttons on the Controller  
1.  
Apps menu  
Button Function  
2. "Vehicle apps"  
To go to the main menu.  
3. "Displays"  
4. "Control display"  
5. "Brightness at night"  
6. Confirm the desired setting.  
To go to the Media/Radio menu.  
To go to the Telephone menu.  
To go to the navigation map.  
Depending on the lighting conditions, the  
brightness control may not be immediately ap-  
parent.  
System limits  
If the control display is exposed to very high  
temperatures, for example because of strong  
sunlight, the brightness may be reduced and  
the control display may even switch itself off.  
Normal functions will be restored when the  
temperature is reduced, for example by provid-  
ing shade or using the air conditioning.  
To go to the destination entry menu  
of the navigation system.  
Go to previous menu.  
To go to the Options menu.  
Controller  
General  
Operation  
The buttons are used to go to menus directly.  
Turn to switch between menu items, for ex-  
ample.  
Overview  
Press to select a menu item, for example.  
Controller  
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Switching between menus  
After selecting a menu item, a new menu is  
displayed.  
Slide the Controller to the left.  
The current menu closes and the previous  
menu is displayed.  
Press the button.  
Slide in four directions to change between  
menus, for example.  
The current menu closes and the previous  
menu is displayed.  
Entering letters and numbers  
Digit input  
1. Turn the Controller: to select letters or num-  
bers.  
2.  
: to confirm your digit input.  
Set system language, see page 61.  
Delete the input.  
Operation using the  
Controller  
Icon Function  
Press Controller: to delete a letter or  
number.  
Going to the main menu  
Press and hold the Controller: to delete  
all letters or numbers.  
Press the key.  
The main menu is displayed.  
Using alphabetical lists  
For alphabetical lists with more than 30 en-  
tries, the letters for which entries exist can be  
displayed in a letter field.  
Selecting menu items  
1. Turn the Controller until the desired menu  
item is highlighted.  
1. Turn the Controller quickly to the left or  
right.  
2. Press the Controller.  
2. Select the first letter of the desired entry.  
Selecting widgets  
1. In the main menu, slide the Controller to the  
right.  
The first entry for the selected letter is dis-  
played in the list.  
2. Turn the Controller until the desired widget  
is selected.  
3. Press the Controller.  
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Using the map  
The navigation system's map can be moved  
using the touchpad.  
Operation by touchpad  
General  
Tap the map on the control display and then  
continue the operation using the touchpad.  
Depending on the equipment, some iDrive  
functions can be operated with the touchpad  
of the controller.  
Function  
Operation  
To move the map.  
Swipe in the appropri-  
ate direction.  
Selecting functions  
1.  
Apps menu  
To display the  
menu.  
Tap once.  
2. "Vehicle apps"  
3. "System settings"  
4. "Touchpad"  
Using alphabetical lists  
Alphabetical lists with more than 30 entries  
permit a direct jump to letters for which an en-  
try exists.  
5. Select the desired setting.  
Entering letters and numbers  
Enter characters as they are displayed on  
the control display.  
Enter the first letter on the touchpad.  
The first entry of the entered letter is displayed  
in the list.  
Always enter associated characters, for ex-  
ample accents or dots, so that the letter can  
be clearly identified.  
Operation via control display  
The input options depend on the set lan-  
guage. You may need to enter special char-  
acters using the Controller.  
General  
Set system language, see page 61.  
Depending on the equipment, the control dis-  
play may be equipped with a touchscreen.  
Entering special characters  
It is possible to tap on menu items and widg-  
ets. Touch the control display with your fingers.  
Do not use any objects.  
Function  
Operation  
Delete a charac- Swipe to the left on the  
ter. touchpad.  
Going to the main menu  
Tap the icon.  
To enter a space. From the centre of the  
touchpad, swipe to the  
right.  
The main menu is displayed.  
To enter a hy-  
phen.  
At the top of the touch-  
pad, swipe to the right.  
To enter an un-  
derscore.  
At the bottom of the  
touchpad, swipe to the  
right.  
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Adapting widgets  
Entering letters and numbers  
You can adapt the widgets in the main menu.  
It is only possible to make adaptations with the  
vehicle at a standstill.  
Digit input  
1. If necessary, tap the  
display.  
icon or control  
1. If necessary,  
tap the icon.  
2. Enter the required letters and numbers.  
2. Press and hold the widget.  
3. Make the desired adjustment:  
Delete the input.  
Tap the icon.  
Icon Function  
A new widget can be selected.  
Tap the icon.  
Tap icon: to delete a letter or number.  
The widget is deleted.  
Press and hold the icon: delete all let-  
ters or numbers.  
Press and hold the widget and drag to  
the left or right.  
The widget is moved to the desired po-  
sition.  
Using the map  
The navigation map can be moved on the con-  
trol display.  
Sorting apps  
To sort the app icons again, press and hold  
the desired icon and move it to the desired  
location.  
Function  
Operation  
To move the map. Swipe in the appropri-  
ate direction.  
To zoom in/out on Pinch together or move  
Switching between menus  
After selecting a menu item, a new menu is  
displayed.  
the map.  
apart your fingers.  
To display the  
menu.  
Tap once.  
Swipe from left to right on the Control Display.  
The current menu closes and the previous  
menu is displayed.  
Using alphabetical lists  
For alphabetical lists with more than 30 en-  
tries, the letters for which entries exist can be  
displayed in a letter field.  
Go to context menu  
Depending on the menu item, a context menu  
with additional options can be displayed.  
1. Tap the letter in front of the list.  
A letter box is displayed.  
Press and hold the desired menu item.  
The menu consists of various areas, such as:  
2. Tap the first letter of the desired entry.  
"General help": call up the Integrated Own-  
er's Handbook.  
The first entry for the selected letter is dis-  
played in the list.  
"Add to shortcuts": define menu item as  
shortcut.  
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Relevant ConnectedDrive Services via the  
ConnectedDrive Store.  
BMW Intelligent Personal  
Assistant  
Receive suggestions, see page 62.  
Principle  
Activating voice input  
The BMW Intelligent Personal Assistant is a  
personal assistant that enables natural voice  
control of various vehicle functions. The Per-  
sonal Assistant simplifies the operation of the  
vehicle by proactively suggesting and auto-  
mating habits.  
General  
Voice input can be activated in various ways:  
Press the button on the steering  
wheel briefly.  
General  
The microphone on the driver's side is ac-  
tive.  
BMW Intelligent Personal Assistant is avail-  
able depending on the national-market ver-  
sion.  
Say the activation word.  
The microphones on the driver's or front  
passenger's side are active with the  
following voice control, depending on  
where the activation word was spoken.  
The system includes special microphones  
on the driver's side and the passenger's  
side.  
Then say the command. The activation word  
and the command can be spoken without  
pause in one sentence.  
Say commands at a normal volume.  
Speaking directly into the microphone does  
not improve speech recognition.  
Commands and numbers should be spoken  
fluently, with the usual emphasis and at a  
normal volume and speed.  
Microphone button on steering wheel  
...identifies commands that can be spo-  
ken.  
1.  
Press the button briefly.  
2. Say the command.  
Activation word  
General  
Operating requirements  
A system language that is supported by the  
Personal Assistant must be set via iDrive.  
Set system language, see page 61.  
Saying the activation word starts the Personal  
Assistant. The Personal Assistant listens.  
Always say commands in the configured  
system language.  
Preset activation word  
For the full range of functions, the following  
functions should be activated, set or booked:  
Hello BMW: The preset activation word can  
be activated and deactivated.  
Online speech processing, see page 62.  
All settings under  
1.  
Apps menu  
2. "Vehicle apps"  
3. "System settings"  
4. "Voice control"  
Data protection, see page 72.  
Activation word, see page 59.  
BMW ID or a driver profile.  
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5. "Personal Assistant (BMW)"  
6. "Activation word"  
4. "Voice control"  
5. "Additional speech assistants"  
6. Select the desired setting.  
7. ""Hello BMW""  
Personal activation word  
Cancelling voice input  
In addition to the preset activation word, a  
personal activation word can be set up with  
an active BMW ID or a driver profile. The per-  
sonal activation word can also be changed or  
deleted.  
Press the button on the steering  
wheel again.  
Cancel‹  
Slide the Controller to the right or left.  
Press the Controller.  
The activation word should consist of multiple  
syllables to ensure good detection.  
Hello: The addition is not necessary during  
activation word and does not need to be spo-  
ken.  
Possible commands  
General  
1.  
Apps menu  
Commands can be used to give instructions  
or ask questions where the Personal Assistant  
provides support.  
2. "Vehicle apps"  
3. "System settings"  
4. "Voice control"  
For example, it is possible to call contacts,  
navigate to an address, make settings or ask  
questions about the vehicle function.  
5. "Personal Assistant (BMW)"  
6. "Activation word"  
7. "Personal activation word"  
8. "Set"  
Most of the contents on the control display, for  
example menu items and list entries, can be  
said as commands.  
9. "Start recording"  
Help for voice control  
Activation word from third-party providers  
Voice commands: to have voice command  
options read aloud.  
Depending on the national-market version,  
some third-party providers offer digital voice  
assistants, e.g. Siri or Amazon Alexa.  
General information on voice control: have  
information on the operating principle of the  
voice control announced.  
In order to use Siri, the smartphone must be  
connected via Apple CarPlay.  
Help: have tips and example commands  
for voice control announced.  
Supported voice assistants can be used with a  
connected smartphone in the vehicle.  
Additional example commands for the cur-  
rent context are displayed in the widget of  
the BMW Intelligent Personal Assistant.  
In addition to the BMW preset or personal acti-  
vation word, the activation word of voice assis-  
tants from connected third-party providers can  
be used.  
Sample commands  
1.  
Apps menu  
Call John Smith‹  
2. "Vehicle apps"  
Drive me to Heathrow airport‹  
Play a classical music station‹  
3. "System settings"  
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Is my tyre pressure still okay?‹  
Activate climate control‹  
Increase the ACC distance‹  
Sport mode‹  
Example command: How do you disable the  
front passenger airbag?‹  
The Personal Assistant gives a response.  
Where applicable, the section of the Integrated  
Owner's Handbook is displayed on the control  
display if the vehicle is at standstill.  
Further example commands can be displayed  
on the Control Display.  
Settings  
1.  
Apps menu  
2. "All apps"  
Setting the system language  
3. "Personal assistant"  
4. "Help"  
1.  
Apps menu  
2. "Vehicle apps"  
5. "Example commands"  
3. "System settings"  
4. "Language"  
Sample commands for the current context are  
displayed in the widget of the BMW Intelligent  
Personal Assistant.  
5. Select the desired setting.  
For further information:  
Setting the response length  
Adapting widgets, see page 57.  
You can set the Personal Assistant to use the  
standard dialogue or a short version. In case  
of the short version, the announcements by  
the Personal Assistant are played back in an  
abbreviated version.  
Menu items  
Menu items can be called up directly via the  
Personal Assistant. Speak the menu items  
as they are displayed on the Control Display.  
When speaking the menu items, the order of  
the menus does not have to be observed.  
1.  
Apps menu  
2. "Vehicle apps"  
3. "System settings"  
1. Activate the voice input.  
2. Media‹  
4. "Voice control"  
5. "Personal Assistant (BMW)"  
6. "Response length"  
7. Select the desired setting.  
3. Saved stations‹  
The saved stations are displayed on the  
control display.  
Owner's Handbook by voice control  
Saying during voice output  
It is possible to ask simple questions about  
the vehicle functions and about operating the  
vehicle.  
It is possible to answer during inquiries of the  
Personal Assistant. The function can be deac-  
tivated if the feedback is frequently cancelled  
inadvertently, for example due to background  
noise or conversations in the vehicle.  
The voice control system and the feedback it  
provides are not a substitute for the printed  
or Integrated Owner's Handbook. The function  
is available depending on the national-market  
version. The speech recognition function and  
the quality of the feedback may vary.  
1.  
Apps menu  
2. "Vehicle apps"  
3. "System settings"  
4. "Voice control"  
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5. "Personal Assistant (BMW)"  
version. Online speech processing is not avail-  
able in all languages.  
6. "Speaking during voice output"  
1.  
Apps menu  
Suggestions  
2. "Vehicle apps"  
3. "System settings"  
General  
4. "Voice control"  
The Personal Assistant provides support with  
individual suggestions.  
5. "Personal Assistant (BMW)"  
6. "Online speech processing"  
Activating/deactivating suggestions  
1.  
Apps menu  
Voice control from third-party  
providers  
2. "Vehicle apps"  
Depending on the equipment, third-party voice  
control can be activated by pressing and hold-  
ing the microphone button on the steering  
wheel.  
3. "System settings"  
4. "Voice control"  
5. "Personal Assistant (BMW)"  
6. "Receive suggestions"  
1.  
Apps menu  
2. "Vehicle apps"  
Adapting suggestions  
3. "System settings"  
4. "Voice control"  
The suggestions can be adapted, e.g. for  
which category suggestions are made or  
whether an audio signal is output.  
5. "Long press"  
1.  
Apps menu  
6. Select the desired setting.  
2. "Vehicle apps"  
Adjusting the volume  
3. "System settings"  
Turn the volume control button during the spo-  
ken instructions until the desired volume is ob-  
tained.  
4. "Voice control"  
5. "Personal Assistant (BMW)"  
6. Select the desired setting.  
The volume setting is retained even if you  
change the volume of other audio sources.  
Online speech processing  
Online speech processing improves the quality  
of the speech recognition and search results  
for points of interest. To use the function, data  
is sent across an encrypted connection to a  
service provider where it is delete stored. An  
active ConnectedDrive contract is required for  
online speech processing. ConnectedDrive is  
available depending on the national-market  
Using the voice control of the  
smartphone  
Depending on the device, a smartphone con-  
nected to the vehicle can be operated via voice  
input.  
The device must be connected via Apple Car-  
Play or Android Auto.  
1. Press and hold the  
button on the  
steering wheel for approx. 3 seconds.  
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The voice control of the smartphone is acti-  
vated.  
Automating habits  
If activation is successful, a confirmation  
appears on the control display.  
General  
The Personal Assistant can automate routines,  
for example, the automatic opening of win-  
dows at the same place. This involves creating  
rules that can be activated and deactivated at  
any time.  
2. Press the  
button on the steering  
wheel to cancel the voice control of the  
smartphone.  
Activating/deactivating routines  
Amazon Alexa Car Integration  
1.  
Apps menu  
2. "All apps"  
Principle  
3. "Automate habits"  
4. Select the desired setting.  
Amazon Alexa Car Integration is available de-  
pending on the equipment and national-mar-  
ket version. Alexa is a digital assistant from  
Amazon. Amazon Alexa Car Integration allows  
Alexa to be used in the vehicle. Some Alexa  
functions may only work to a restricted extent  
in the vehicle to ensure they do not create a  
safety risk when driving.  
System limits  
The Personal Assistant provides informa-  
tion about vehicle functions that may not be  
installed in the vehicle.  
This also applies to safety-relevant func-  
tions and systems.  
Operating requirements  
Certain noises may be detected and could  
cause problems. Keep doors and windows  
closed.  
A BMW ID or driver profile is activated.  
An active Amazon account exists.  
Noises from the front passenger or other  
passengers can impair the system. Avoid  
background noise in the vehicle while you  
are speaking.  
Activating Amazon Alexa Car  
Integration  
Amazon Alexa Car Integration is activated in  
the vehicle and, if applicable, in the My BMW  
App.  
Strong dialects may prevent speech recog-  
nition from working properly.  
To set it up, follow the instructions in the Ama-  
zon Alexa app in the vehicle.  
A poor data connection influences the re-  
sponse time of the Personal Assistant and  
the Search.  
1.  
Apps menu  
2. "Amazon Alexa"  
Once set up, Amazon Alexa can be used in the  
vehicle as follows:  
BMW gesture control  
Say the activation word Alexa and the desired  
command.  
Principle  
BMW gesture control enables some iDrive  
functions to be operated simply by moving  
your hands.  
Information about the active function appears  
on the control display. If the function is im-  
paired, reconnect Bluetooth and Wi-Fi if nec-  
essary.  
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3. "System settings"  
4. "Gesture control"  
5. "Gesture control"  
Overview  
Settings  
1.  
Apps menu  
2. "Vehicle apps"  
3. "System settings"  
4. "Gesture control"  
5. Select the desired setting.  
The camera in the headliner detects gestures  
made in the area of the centre console at the  
height of the control display.  
Performing gestures  
The camera of the gesture control uses an in-  
visible Class 1 laser.  
Perform the gestures under the interior mir-  
ror and to the side of the steering wheel.  
Perform the gestures clearly.  
Activating/deactivating gesture  
control  
The gestures can also be performed from  
the passenger's side.  
1.  
Apps menu  
2. "Vehicle apps"  
Possible gestures  
Gesture  
Operation  
Function  
Move extended index finger forward and To accept phone call.  
backward in the direction of the control  
To select the highlighted en-  
try of a list during voice input.  
To confirm the pop-up.  
display.  
Swipe hand in front of the control display To reject phone call.  
in the direction of the front passenger  
seat.  
To close the pop-up.  
To end voice input.  
Move extended index finger slowly in a  
clockwise circle.  
To increase the volume.  
Gesture is detected after approximately  
one circular movement.  
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Gesture  
Operation  
Function  
Move the extended index finger slowly  
counter-clockwise in a circle.  
To reduce the volume.  
Gesture is detected after approximately  
one circular movement.  
Depending on the  
equipment:  
Bring thumb and index finger together  
and move the hand to the right or left.  
Turn vehicle in the Live Vehi-  
cle view.  
3D View: rotate camera view.  
This gesture is only possible  
with the vehicle at standstill.  
Move fist with thumb extended to the left To skip back.  
back and forth.  
The previous music track is  
played.  
Move fist with thumb extended to right  
left back and forth.  
Skip function forwards.  
The next music track is  
played.  
With the index and middle fingers exten- Perform individually assigna-  
ded, point into the direction of the control ble gesture.  
display.  
Stretch out all five fingers, make a fist  
and then stretch out all five fingers  
again.  
Perform individually assigna-  
ble gesture.  
Route guidance to home address.  
Mute/playback.  
Control display on/off.  
Assigning a gesture individually  
General  
Two gestures can be assigned individually and  
can be set as a shortcut for certain functions,  
for example:  
Gesture shortcuts can only be created with an  
active BMW ID or a driver profile.  
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type to select depends on the mobile device  
and the function you wish to use.  
Setting a gesture shortcut  
The desired function can be selected directly in  
any menu and set as a shortcut.  
General  
1. Press and hold the desired menu item.  
2. "Add to gesture shortcuts"  
Detailed information on functions and connec-  
tion types can be found in the following media  
from the Owner's Handbook under the speci-  
fied keyword:  
3. Select the desired gesture.  
Selecting the function  
Some defined functions can be selected di-  
rectly in the menu for gesture control.  
Integrated Owner's Handbook in the vehi-  
cle.  
Printed Owners Handbook for Navigation,  
Communication, and Entertainment.  
1.  
Apps menu  
The following information sources can also be  
used:  
2. "Vehicle apps"  
3. "System settings"  
4. "Gesture control"  
Drivers Guide app.  
Drivers Guide Web.  
5. "Point two fingers at display" or "Show five-  
o-five fingers"  
Safety information  
6. Select the desired setting.  
WARNING  
System limits  
Operating integrated information systems  
and communication devices during a journey  
may distract you from the traffic situation.  
You could lose control of the vehicle. There is  
a risk of accident. Only operate the systems  
or devices if the traffic situation allows you to  
do so. Stop if necessary and operate the sys-  
tems or devices with the vehicle at a stand-  
still.  
Detection of gestures by the camera in the  
headliner can be disrupted under the following  
circumstances:  
The camera lens is covered.  
There are objects on the interior mirror.  
The camera lens is dirty; clean the camera  
lens.  
Sensors and camera lenses, see page 423.  
The gesture is performed outside the de-  
tection range.  
Overview  
Wearing of gloves or jewellery.  
Smoking in the interior.  
The following list shows possible functions  
and the appropriate connection types for them.  
The range of functions depends on the vehicle  
equipment and the mobile device.  
Connecting mobile devices  
to the vehicle  
Principle  
The vehicle offers various types of connections  
for using mobile devices. Which connection  
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Function  
Connection type  
Icon on the con-  
trol display  
Making calls using the hands-free  
system.  
Bluetooth.  
Keyword: Bluetooth connection.  
Operating telephone functions via  
iDrive.  
Keyword: calling via Bluetooth.  
Playing music from a USB device.  
Keyword: audio.  
Bluetooth audio.  
Keyword: Bluetooth connection.  
Calling without a mobile phone.  
Personal eSIM.  
Keyword: calling with Personal eSIM. Keyword: Personal eSIM.  
Data exchange between mobile de-  
vice and vehicle.  
WiFi.  
Keyword: vehicle WiFi.  
Use Internet access via the personal WiFi via personal hotspot.  
hotspot.  
Keyword: personal hotspot.  
Operate Apple CarPlay via iDrive and Bluetooth and WiFi.  
by voice commands.  
Keyword: Bluetooth connection and  
Keyword: Apple CarPlay preparation. vehicle Wi-Fi.  
Operate Android Auto via iDrive and Bluetooth and WiFi.  
by voice control.  
Keyword: Bluetooth connection and  
Keyword: Android Auto preparation. vehicle Wi-Fi.  
Playing music from a USB device.  
Keyword: audio.  
USB.  
Keyword: USB connection.  
For further information:  
USB port, see page 318.  
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BMW Remote Software Upgrade  
There is a risk of accident or injury. Do not  
Vehicle equipment  
leave children or pets unsupervised in the ve-  
hicle. When leaving the vehicle, take the vehi-  
cle key with you and lock the vehicle.  
This chapter describes equipment, systems  
and functions which are offered or may be of-  
fered in future on a model-specific basis, even  
if they are not included in the vehicle in ques-  
tion.  
Operating requirements  
Active ConnectedDrive contract.  
For further information:  
The integrated SIM card in the vehicle has  
been activated.  
Vehicle equipment, see page 8.  
Mobile reception.  
BMW Remote Software  
Upgrade  
A consent for the transmission of the corre-  
sponding data was given in the Data Pro-  
tection menu.  
For further information:  
Principle  
Data protection, see page 72.  
Remote Software Upgrade can be used to up-  
date the entire software of the vehicle. This  
makes new functions, functional enhance-  
ments or quality improvements available.  
Search for an upgrade  
Operating requirements  
The standby state must be turned on to search  
for a Remote Software Upgrade.  
General  
BMW recommends carrying out the Remote  
Software Upgrade as soon as it becomes  
available.  
Automatic search  
The vehicle regularly searches for updates in  
the background.  
Safety information  
Manual search  
WARNING  
1.  
Apps menu  
Unsupervised children or pets in the vehicle  
can set the vehicle in motion and endanger  
themselves or other road users, for example  
by the following actions:  
2. "All apps"  
3. "System settings"  
4. "Remote Software Upgrade"  
5. "Search for upgrades"  
Pressing the Start/Stop button.  
Releasing the parking brake.  
6. Follow the instructions on the control dis-  
play.  
Opening and closing doors or windows.  
Engaging selector lever position N.  
Operating vehicle equipment.  
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sion information can be shown on the control  
display while downloading and following suc-  
cessful completion of the installation.  
Download of an upgrade  
Automatic download  
If available, the data for a Remote Software  
Upgrade is automatically downloaded to the  
vehicle. No consent to download is required.  
This information is also available in the Con-  
nectedDrive customer portal.  
Displaying information  
Via BMW app  
Display in the vehicle:  
If an upgrade is available, information about  
the new software version is displayed in the  
BMW app.  
1.  
Apps menu  
2. "All apps"  
3. "System settings"  
4. "Remote Software Upgrade"  
The data for the upgrade can then be down-  
loaded to a mobile device, for example via an  
existing Wi-Fi connection.  
5.  
Display currently installed version:  
"Installed version:"  
The data can then be transferred from the mo-  
bile device to the vehicle.  
Display new available version:  
"Info on version"  
This transmission method accelerates the  
download of the data, for example in areas  
with limited mobile network availability.  
6. Follow the instructions on the control dis-  
play.  
1. Download the upgrade in the BMW app to  
the smartphone.  
Display in the ConnectedDrive customer portal  
on the Internet:  
2. Follow the instructions in the BMW app.  
3. Establish the connection to the vehicle.  
www.bmw-connecteddrive.com.  
Installing the upgrade  
General  
iOS: connect Bluetooth audio and Wi-Fi.  
Android: connect Bluetooth® audio and  
Wi-Fi.  
Installing the remote software upgrade may  
cause software modifications not made by  
the vehicle manufacturer to be deleted,  
such as increases in performance.  
The data transfer of the upgrade from the  
mobile device to the vehicle occurs in the  
background only while driving.  
4. Follow the instructions on the control dis-  
play.  
Modifications to the on-board power supply  
of the vehicle, for example to control units  
that have not been made by the manufac-  
turer of the vehicle, can cause the installa-  
tion to malfunction.  
For further information:  
For information on connecting mobile devices  
with the vehicle, see Owners Handbook for  
Navigation, Entertainment, Communication.  
The installation does not occur until the  
consent was given.  
Release notes  
The installation can take around 20 to  
30 minutes.  
General  
Installation cannot be interrupted.  
The release notes describe the updates inclu-  
ded in the Remote Software Upgrade. The ver-  
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The vehicle cannot be used during installa-  
tion.  
Install immediately  
The upgrade can be installed immediately  
when all prerequisites have been met.  
You may leave the vehicle during installa-  
tion.  
1.  
Apps menu  
2. "All apps"  
Prerequisites for the installation  
3. "System settings"  
4. "Remote Software Upgrade"  
5. "Start upgrade now"  
The vehicle battery is sufficiently charged.  
The outside temperature is above -10 ,  
14 .  
The vehicle is parked on level ground.  
The hazard warning lights are switched off.  
The selector lever position P is engaged.  
6. Follow the instructions on the control dis-  
play.  
Installing with timer  
The engine is turned off and sufficiently  
cooled down.  
At the end of the journey, a timer can be used  
to install the upgrade automatically at a config-  
ured time, for example, during the night. It may  
make sense to install later to meet functional  
requirements, such as a sufficiently cooled en-  
gine.  
If applicable, follow the notes for further pre-  
requisites on the control display.  
If the prerequisites are not met, for example  
a sufficient vehicle battery charge state, the  
upgrade will not be offered for installation.  
1.  
Apps menu  
Look out for an offer to install, for example  
after driving for a long period.  
2. "All apps"  
3. "System settings"  
Preparing the vehicle  
4. "Remote Software Upgrade"  
5. Select the desired settings.  
The installation starts automatically when:  
Park the vehicle safely away from the public  
road.  
Cellular network reception must be ensured  
so that a fault message can be sent to the  
vehicle manufacturer, for example if the in-  
stallation is terminated.  
All prerequisites for the installation have  
been established correctly.  
All prerequisites continue to be met at the  
time of installation.  
Close the windows.  
The timer is turned off when the drive-ready  
state is turned on.  
Close the glass sunroof.  
Closing the luggage compartment  
Functional limitations  
During the upgrade, many of the functions are  
temporarily unavailable, for example:  
Remove devices that consume energy, for  
example mobile phone.  
Disconnect the trailer or load carrier.  
The vehicle key must be located in the vehi-  
cle for the consent for installation.  
Hazard warning lights.  
Central locking system and, if necessary,  
Comfort Access.  
Switch off the exterior lights.  
Remove the devices connected to the  
socket for on-board diagnosis.  
Side lights.  
Horn.  
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Alarm system.  
Emergency call.  
Window lifters.  
Glass sunroof.  
Fuel filler flap lock.  
Operating the tailgate or boot lid.  
The driver's door can be unlocked and locked  
from outside with the integrated key.  
After successful upgrade  
The vehicle can be used again immediately.  
Purchased services, e.g. Real Time Traffic In-  
formation or Remote Services, are automati-  
cally reactivated during your next drive.  
After an extended stationary period, charge  
the vehicle battery with an extended drive.  
Malfunction  
In the event of a malfunction, follow the in-  
structions on the control display or in the BMW  
app.  
If the malfunction cannot be rectified, contact  
an authorised Service Partner or another quali-  
fied Service Partner or a specialist workshop.  
Validity of Owner's Handbook  
Vehicle production  
When the vehicle leaves the factory, the con-  
tents of the printed Owner's Handbook are up  
to date.  
After a software update in the vehicle  
After a vehicle software update, for example,  
via Remote Software Upgrade, the Integrated  
Owner's Handbook for the vehicle will contain  
the latest information.  
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Personal settings  
Deleting personal data in the vehicle  
Vehicle equipment  
Principle  
This chapter describes equipment, systems  
and functions which are offered or may be of-  
fered in future on a model-specific basis, even  
if they are not included in the vehicle in ques-  
tion.  
Depending on use, the vehicle stores personal  
data such as saved radio stations. This per-  
sonal data can be permanently deleted using  
iDrive.  
For further information:  
General  
Vehicle equipment, see page 8.  
Depending on the equipment, the following  
data is deleted:  
Data protection  
BMW IDs or driver profiles.  
Saved radio stations.  
Stored shortcuts.  
Data transfer  
Navigation, for example saved destina-  
tions.  
Principle  
The vehicle offers various services which re-  
quire data to be transferred to BMW or a serv-  
ice provider.  
Phone book.  
Online data, for example favourites, cook-  
ies.  
Office data, for example voice memos.  
Login accounts.  
General  
Data transfer can be deactivated for some  
services. If data transfer has been deactivated  
for a service, then that service cannot be used.  
Digital keys.  
It may take up to 15 minutes in total to delete  
data. The vehicle is also removed from the My  
BMW App and the ConnectedDrive customer  
portal so that remote functions can no longer  
be used.  
Settings  
Data transfer can be configured individually in  
various stages or for individual services.  
1.  
Apps menu  
Operating requirements  
2. "Vehicle apps"  
Data can only be deleted with the vehicle at  
a standstill.  
3. "System settings"  
4. "Data privacy"  
The vehicle key must be in the vehicle.  
5. Select the desired setting.  
Deleting data  
Personal data in the vehicle is deleted when  
the vehicle is reset to its factory settings.  
For further information:  
Reset vehicle data, see page 73.  
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Many of the settings that are stored for a BMW  
ID in the vehicle can be synchronised with the  
BMW Cloud. This makes these settings avail-  
able in any vehicle where the same BMW ID is  
used to log in.  
Resetting vehicle data  
All individual settings can be reset to the  
factory settings when drive-ready state is  
switched off. Data can only be deleted with the  
vehicle at a standstill. The vehicle key must be  
in the vehicle.  
The vehicle can store three BMW IDs or three  
driver profiles.  
Activation of a BMW ID or a driver profile can  
already take place when unlocking. For this  
purpose, the driver recognition via a vehicle  
key or a digital key must be assigned to the  
BMW ID or the driver profile.  
1.  
Apps menu  
2. "Vehicle apps"  
3. "System settings"  
4. "Reset vehicle data"  
5. "Reset vehicle data"  
If no BMW ID or driver profile is activated when  
the vehicle is unlocked, the vehicle is in the  
guest profile.  
If synchronisation of settings has been activa-  
ted for a BMW ID in the vehicle, the personal  
settings are retained in the BMW Cloud.  
Operating requirements  
When a BMW ID or driver profile is created,  
changed, deleted or edited, the vehicle must  
move no faster than at walking speed.  
BMW ID/driver profiles  
The login in the vehicle with a BMW ID and  
synchronisation with the BMW Cloud are only  
possible when the vehicle has cellular network  
reception.  
Principle  
In ConnectedDrive countries, the BMW ID is  
the personal login for all relevant offers for the  
BMW brand. The BMW ID can be used in the  
vehicle to store and activate personal vehicle  
settings.  
Welcome window  
After unlocking the vehicle, a Welcome window  
is shown on the control display. The type of  
the welcome depends on the following prereq-  
uisite:  
In non-ConnectedDrive countries, the personal  
vehicle settings can be stored in driver profiles.  
General  
The vehicle does not have a stored BMW  
ID or driver profile:  
The BMW ID must be registered once. A BMW  
ID can be registered via the BMW app, in  
the ConnectedDrive Portal or at the authorised  
Service Partner.  
The welcome is neutral. An option to add a  
BMW ID or create a driver profile is offered.  
The vehicle key or the digital key has not  
been assigned to a BMW ID or a driver pro-  
file:  
A driver profile is created in the vehicle.  
If a vehicle is used by several people, each  
person can create their own BMW ID or driver  
profile in order to save their personal settings.  
The welcome is neutral. The stored BMW  
IDs or the stored driver profiles are offered  
for selection. Additionally, it is possible to  
If a BMW ID or a driver profile is activated,  
the settings stored therein are applied to the  
vehicle.  
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4.  
add a new BMW ID or create a new driver  
profile.  
Scan the QR code shown in the display.  
The BMW ID is copied from the BMW  
app.  
A BMW ID or a driver profile has not been  
assigned to the vehicle key or the digital  
key :  
Enter the login data of the BMW ID.  
5. Depending on the national-market version,  
the following settings can be selected:  
The welcome is personalised, the stored  
settings are activated. The BMW ID or the  
driver profile can be changed.  
"Synchronise BMW ID"  
The settings stored in the BMW Cloud  
are applied.  
As soon as the drive-ready state is turned on  
or the control display is tapped outside of the  
welcome window, the welcome will be hidden.  
"Transfer settings"  
If the vehicle is using the guest profile,  
the settings of the guest profile will be  
applied.  
Registering a BMW ID  
The following steps must be carried out in or-  
der to use a BMW ID:  
"Continue"  
The vehicle is added to the users BMW app.  
Register the BMW ID.  
Activate the BMW ID.  
Confirming the BMW ID  
If the BMW ID has been created by the Service  
Partner and added to the vehicle, the BMW ID  
must then be confirmed in the vehicle:  
Add or confirm the BMW ID in the vehicle.  
Registration of the BMW ID via the BMW app  
can be started in the vehicle.  
1.  
Tap the icon or personal picture in the  
status bar.  
1. Select the BMW ID.  
2. Select the desired confirmation:  
2. "Add BMW ID"  
3. "Register now"  
Scan the displayed QR code with the  
BMW app.  
4. Scan the QR code shown in the display.  
The BMW ID is created on the smartphone.  
Enter the password of the BMW ID.  
Alternatively, the BMW ID can be registered  
by the authorised Service Partner and added  
to the vehicle. The BMW ID must then be  
confirmed on the control display of the corre-  
sponding vehicle.  
BMW app  
If a BMW ID has been added to a vehicle,  
the vehicle is automatically added to the BMW  
app. This means that functions of the BMW  
app can be used for this vehicle. This requires  
the BMW app to be used with the same BMW  
ID.  
Adding the BMW ID  
An existing BMW ID can be added to the vehi-  
cle:  
Alternatively, a vehicle can be added to the  
BMW app by the authorised Service Partner. In  
this case, the BMW ID must then be confirmed  
on the control display of the corresponding ve-  
hicle.  
1.  
Tap the icon or personal picture in the  
status bar.  
2. "Add BMW ID"  
In rare cases, the use of BMW app functions  
for this vehicle may be restricted. A further  
note is shown on the control display.  
3.  
"Log in with My BMW App"  
"Log in with BMW ID"  
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The PIN can be used to activate the BMW  
ID or the driver profile, even if the assigned  
vehicle key or the assigned digital key is not  
available.  
Creating a driver profile  
1.  
Tap the icon or personal picture in the  
status bar.  
2. "Add driver profile"  
"Vehicle key"  
3. Enter the name for the driver profile.  
4. Select the desired setting:  
"Transfer settings"  
The vehicle key that is recognised in the  
vehicle interior is assigned to the BMW ID  
or the driver profile.  
If the vehicle is using the guest profile, the  
settings of the guest profile will be applied.  
"Digital Key"  
The digital key that is recognised in the ve-  
hicle interior is assigned to the BMW ID or  
the driver profile.  
Main user  
The main user is the person who first enters  
their BMW ID into the vehicle and the vehicle  
into the BMW app. Alternatively, the main user  
can be defined by the Service Partner.  
Automatic driver recognition  
If driver recognition has been defined, auto-  
matic activation of the BMW ID or driver profile  
is triggered by the following activities:  
The main user has access to the following set-  
tings, for example:  
By unlocking the vehicle using the assigned  
vehicle key button.  
Remove BMW IDs stored in the vehicle.  
Transfer the role of the main user to an-  
other BMW ID.  
By unlocking the vehicle using an outside  
door handle. The assigned vehicle key or  
the assigned digital key must be carried.  
Make vehicle-wide privacy settings.  
Creation of the digital master key.  
By automatic unlocking when approaching  
the vehicle. The assigned vehicle key or the  
assigned digital key must be carried. De-  
pending on the national-market version, it  
may not be possible to recognise the digital  
key.  
For further information:  
BMW Digital Key, see page 93.  
Specify the driver detection  
A driver detection and a PIN can be set up for  
a BMW ID or a driver profile.  
If there are several vehicle keys or digital keys  
in the vicinity of the vehicle, the activation of  
the BMW ID or the driver profile takes place  
according to the following priority:  
The driver detection offers the following ad-  
vantages:  
The key that unlocks the vehicle triggers  
the activation of the assigned BMW ID or  
the assigned driver profile.  
The BMW ID or the driver profile with the  
saved settings is automatically activated.  
The settings are not accessible to other  
persons.  
The guest profile is activated when the ve-  
hicle is unlocked using a key that is not as-  
signed to a BMW ID or driver profile.  
The driver detection is specified immediately  
following the addition of the BMW ID or after  
creating the driver profile.  
If a vehicle key and a digital key are detec-  
ted at the same time, the digital key trig-  
Prior to the selection of the driver detection, a  
PIN must be created.  
"Set PIN"  
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gers the activation of the assigned BMW ID  
or the assigned driver profile.  
The BMW ID or driver profile can be changed  
at any time via iDrive:  
If another key is detected on the driver's  
door after activating the BMW ID or the  
driver profile, the BMW ID or the driver pro-  
file of the last key detected is activated.  
1.  
Tap the icon or personal picture in the  
status bar.  
2.  
"Change BMW ID"  
"Change driver profile"  
If no BMW ID and no driver profile are as-  
signed to this key, the guest profile is acti-  
vated.  
3. Select the BMW ID or driver profile.  
4. If necessary, enter the PIN.  
The BMW ID or the driver profile are activated,  
the stored settings are loaded.  
Synchronisation of settings  
If synchronisation is switched on, settings are  
continuously synchronised from the following  
areas, for example:  
Guest profile  
The guest profile can be activated and  
changed by anyone.  
BMW ID, e.g. profile picture.  
Navigation, e.g. last destinations, home ad-  
dress or map settings.  
The guest profile is automatically active in the  
following cases:  
Media, e.g. favourites or stored radio sta-  
tions.  
A BMW ID has not yet been added or a  
driver profile has not yet been created.  
iDrive, e.g. main menu configuration, lan-  
guage or units.  
No BMW ID or driver profile has been as-  
signed to the vehicle key or the digital key  
that was used to unlock the vehicle.  
Personal assistant, e.g. suggestions or acti-  
vation word.  
The following limitations apply to the guest  
profile:  
Exterior lights, e.g. one-touch signalling and  
home lights.  
Selected functions that process personal  
data are not available in the guest profile.  
This includes functions of the navigation  
and the saving of favourites. More infor-  
mation on data processing is available in  
the ConnectedDrive data protection notes /  
service descriptions.  
Settings from the following areas are only  
synchronised when you log in for the first time:  
Seating and climate comfort, e.g. drivers  
seat position or temperature setting.  
Privacy menu.  
The guest profile cannot be renamed.  
Selecting the BMW ID/driver profile  
It is not possible to assign a PIN to the  
guest profile.  
If it was not possible to recognise the BMW  
ID or driver profile when unlocking the vehicle,  
the BMW ID or driver profile is selected on the  
welcome window.  
It is not possible to assign a driver detection  
to the guest profile.  
In ConnectedDrive countries, the synchroni-  
sation with the BMW Cloud is not possible.  
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The guest profile is selected in the welcome  
window or via iDrive:  
be made in the settings of the BMW ID or the  
driver profile.  
The BMW Digital Key provides the option to  
transfer a digital key to permit other persons  
the use of your own vehicle.  
1.  
Tap the icon or personal picture in the  
status bar.  
2.  
"Change BMW ID"  
For further information:  
"Change driver profile"  
BMW Digital Key, see page 93.  
3. "Continue as guest"  
Settings  
Deleting the BMW ID/driver profile  
1.  
Tap the icon or personal picture in the  
status bar.  
General  
Settings added when adding a BMW ID or cre-  
ating a driver profile can be changed.  
2.  
"Change BMW ID"  
"Change driver profile"  
1.  
Tap the icon or personal picture in the  
status bar.  
3.  
Tap the icon of the desired BMW ID or  
the desired driver profile.  
2. "Settings"  
Removing a BMW ID from the vehicle causes  
the vehicle to be removed from the BMW app.  
If the BMW ID has been synchronised with the  
BMW Cloud, the data stored in the BMW Cloud  
is retained after the BMW ID is deleted. If the  
currently active BMW ID is removed, the guest  
profile is activated.  
The following settings are available for the  
BMW ID:  
The type of driver detection.  
The profile picture.  
The synchronisation with the BMW Cloud.  
The personal salutation.  
Removing a vehicle from the BMW app re-  
moves the corresponding BMW ID from the  
vehicle. If the BMW ID was synchronised with  
the BMW Cloud, the BMW ID data stored on  
the BMW Cloud will be retained.  
The following settings are available for the  
driver profile:  
The type of driver detection.  
The profile picture.  
If the vehicle is removed from the main users  
BMW app, it will also be removed from the  
other usersBMW apps. The corresponding  
BMW IDs are removed from the vehicle.  
The profile name.  
Selecting a profile picture  
The profile picture can be selected from the  
predefined profile pictures.  
If the vehicle is reset to the factory settings, the  
vehicle is removed from all usersBMW apps  
and all BMW IDs are removed from the vehicle.  
1.  
Tap the icon or personal picture in the  
status bar.  
2. "Settings"  
Transfer of the vehicle key  
3. "Manage profile picture"  
4. "Select profile picture"  
A vehicle key that is assigned to a BMW ID or  
a driver profile can be used to view or change  
the stored personal settings.  
For a BMW ID, the personal profile picture can  
be taken from the profile in the BMW app.  
This requires that the synchronisation with the  
BMW Cloud is activated in the settings. After  
Before a vehicle key is transferred to other per-  
sons, any assigned driver detection should be  
cancelled. Changes to the driver detection can  
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the profile picture from the BMW app has been  
applied, a selection from the predefined pic-  
tures is only possible if the profile picture in  
the BMW app is deleted or synchronisation is  
deactivated.  
System limits  
A clear driver detection via the vehicle key or  
the digital key may not always be possible, for  
example in the following cases:  
If there is a change of driver without the  
vehicle being locked and unlocked.  
When multiple vehicle keys or multiple digi-  
tal keys with an assigned BMW ID or driver  
profile are located in the outer area on the  
driver's side of the vehicle.  
When the vehicle was unlocked from the  
BMW app.  
The use of personal settings that are stored  
for a BMW ID in other vehicles is subject to  
technical limitations. For example, there may  
be stored settings for a system that is not  
available in other vehicles, or only in an incom-  
patible version.  
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teries out of reach of children. Immediately  
seek medical help if there is any suspicion  
that a battery or button cell has been swal-  
lowed or is located in any part of the body.  
Vehicle equipment  
This chapter describes equipment, systems  
and functions which are offered or may be of-  
fered in future on a model-specific basis, even  
if they are not included in the vehicle in ques-  
tion.  
Overview  
For further information:  
Vehicle equipment, see page 8.  
Vehicle key  
General  
The delivery specification includes two vehicle  
keys, each containing an integrated key.  
Buttons on the vehicle key.  
Each vehicle key contains a replaceable bat-  
tery.  
Icon  
Meaning  
Depending on vehicle equipment and national-  
market version, various settings are possible  
for the button functions.  
Unlock.  
Lock.  
A BMW ID or a driver profile with personal set-  
tings can be assigned to a vehicle key.  
Pre-conditioning, see page 314.  
To provide information on maintenance re-  
quirement, the service data is saved in the ve-  
hicle key.  
Open/close the luggage compart-  
ment.  
To prevent the vehicle key from being locked  
in, take it with you whenever you leave the  
vehicle.  
Function adjustable:  
Home lights, see page 180.  
Open/close the luggage compart-  
ment.  
Safety information  
Additional vehicle keys  
WARNING  
Additional vehicle keys are available from an  
authorised Service Partner or another qualified  
Service Partner or a specialist workshop.  
The vehicle key has a button cell battery.  
Batteries or button cells can be swallowed  
and lead to serious or fatal injuries within two  
hours, for example due to internal burns or  
chemical burns. There is a danger of injury or  
danger to life. Keep the vehicle key and bat-  
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Loss of vehicle keys  
1. Press and hold the button, arrow 1, and  
push the cover, arrow 2, forward and re-  
move it from the side.  
A lost vehicle key can be disabled and re-  
placed by an authorised Service Partner or an-  
other qualified Service Partner or a specialist  
workshop.  
If a BMW ID or driver profile has been assigned  
to the lost vehicle key, the connection to this  
vehicle key must be deleted. A new vehicle key  
can then be assigned to the BMW ID or driver  
profile.  
Replacing the battery  
2. Remove the battery housing from the vehi-  
cle key to the side.  
NOTICE  
Unsuitable batteries in a battery-operated  
device can damage the device. There is a  
risk of material damage. Always replace the  
discharged battery with a battery with the  
same voltage, the same size and the same  
specification.  
3. Remove the battery from the battery hous-  
ing.  
4. Insert a type CR 2032 3V battery with the  
positive terminal facing down.  
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5. Insert the battery housing into the vehicle  
key.  
Removing the integrated key  
1. Press and hold the button, arrow 1, and  
push the cover, arrow 2, forward and re-  
move it from the side.  
6. Insert the cover into the vehicle key.  
Dispose of old batteries with an author-  
ised Service Partner, another qualified  
Service Partner or a specialist work-  
shop, or hand them in to an authorised collec-  
tion point.  
2. Slide out the integrated key at the open  
side of the vehicle key.  
Integrated key  
General  
The integrated key enables the vehicle to be  
unlocked and locked without the vehicle key.  
Depending on the national-market version, the  
integrated key fits the glove compartment.  
3. Remove the integrated key from the vehicle  
key.  
Safety information  
Unlocking/locking via the door lock  
1. Pull the door handle outwards with one  
hand and hold it.  
WARNING  
With some national-market versions, unlock-  
ing from the inside requires specific knowl-  
edge.  
There is a danger of injury or danger to life  
if persons remain in the vehicle for extended  
periods and are exposed to extreme temper-  
atures as a result. Do not lock the vehicle  
from the outside when there is someone in-  
side it.  
2. Slide one finger of your other hand under  
the cover cap from behind and press the  
cover outwards.  
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Support the cover cap with your thumb to  
stop it falling out of the door handle.  
Emergency detection of the vehicle  
key  
3. Remove the cover cap.  
Drive-ready state cannot be switched on if the  
vehicle key is not detected.  
4. Unlock or lock the door lock with the  
integrated key.  
If this happens, proceed as follows:  
1. Hold the rear side of the vehicle key against  
the mark on the steering column. Pay at-  
tention to the display in the instrument  
cluster.  
2.  
If the vehicle key is detected:  
Switch on drive-ready state within  
10 seconds.  
If the vehicle key is not detected:  
The other doors must be unlocked using the  
central locking system button or manually from  
the inside.  
Slightly change the position of the vehi-  
cle key and repeat the procedure.  
Malfunction  
A Check Control message is shown where ap-  
plicable.  
Alarm system  
If the vehicle is unlocked with the integrated  
key via the door lock, the activated alarm sys-  
tem is triggered when the door is opened.  
It may be difficult for the vehicle to detect the  
vehicle key in some circumstances, including  
the following:  
In this case, use the emergency detection of  
the vehicle key to switch off the alarm.  
The battery of the vehicle key is discharged.  
If the vehicle is locked with the integrated key  
via the door lock, the alarm system is not acti-  
vated.  
Disruption of the radio link by transmis-  
sion masts or other equipment transmitting  
powerful signals.  
Shielding of the vehicle key by metallic ob-  
jects.  
Do not transport the vehicle key together  
with metallic objects.  
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Disruption of the radio link by mobile  
phones or other electronic devices in the  
immediate vicinity of the vehicle key.  
WARNING  
Unsupervised children or pets in the vehicle  
can set the vehicle in motion and endanger  
themselves or other road users, for example  
by the following actions:  
Do not transport the vehicle key together  
with electronic devices.  
Interference with the radio transmission  
caused by the charging process of mobile  
devices, for example a mobile phone.  
Pressing the Start/Stop button.  
Releasing the parking brake.  
The vehicle key is located in the immediate  
vicinity of the wireless charging tray.  
Opening and closing doors or windows.  
Engaging selector lever position N.  
Operating vehicle equipment.  
Place the vehicle key somewhere else.  
If there is a malfunction, the vehicle can be  
unlocked and locked from the outside with the  
integrated key. Use the emergency detection  
of the vehicle key to turn on the drive-ready  
state.  
There is a risk of accident or injury. Do not  
leave children or pets unsupervised in the ve-  
hicle. When leaving the vehicle, take the vehi-  
cle key with you and lock the vehicle.  
Actions during unlocking  
Depending on the settings, the following func-  
tions are performed when unlocking the vehi-  
cle:  
Access to vehicle interior  
Safety information  
WARNING  
Only the driver's door and the fuel filler flap  
will be unlocked or all access to the vehicle  
will be unlocked.  
Persons remaining in the vehicle or pets left  
inside can lock the doors from the inside and  
lock themselves in. In this case, the vehicle  
cannot be opened from the outside. There is  
a danger of injury. Carry the vehicle key with  
you so that you can open the vehicle from the  
outside.  
The unlocking of the vehicle can be con-  
firmed with a light signal or a sound signal.  
The welcome light can be turned on when  
the vehicle is being unlocked.  
The following functions are also carried out:  
If a BMW ID or driver profile was assigned  
to the vehicle key, this BMW ID or driver  
profile will be activated.  
WARNING  
The interior lights are switched on unless  
they were switched off manually.  
With some national-market versions, unlock-  
ing from the inside requires specific knowl-  
edge.  
Depending on the equipment, folded exte-  
rior mirrors are folded out.  
There is a danger of injury or danger to life  
if persons remain in the vehicle for extended  
periods and are exposed to extreme temper-  
atures as a result. Do not lock the vehicle  
from the outside when there is someone in-  
side it.  
If the exterior mirrors were folded in using  
the button inside the vehicle, they are not  
folded out when the vehicle is unlocked.  
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The anti-theft security system is switched  
off.  
If only the driver's door and the fuel filler flap  
have been unlocked because of the settings,  
press the button on the vehicle key again to  
unlock the other vehicle access points.  
The alarm system is switched off.  
For further information:  
The vehicle is operational after one of the front  
doors is opened.  
For settings, see page 98.  
Welcome light, see page 180.  
BMW ID/driver profiles, see page 73.  
The lighting functions may depend on the am-  
bient brightness.  
Actions during locking  
Locking the vehicle  
Depending on the settings, the following func-  
tions are performed when locking the vehicle:  
1. Close the driver's door.  
The locking of the vehicle can be confirmed  
with a light signal or a sound signal.  
2.  
Press the button on the vehicle key.  
All vehicle access points are locked.  
On the outside door handle  
Principle  
Depending on the equipment, the exterior  
mirrors can be folded in automatically dur-  
ing locking. If the hazard warning lights are  
switched on, the exterior mirrors are not fol-  
ded in.  
This feature allows you to access the vehicle  
without having to use the vehicle key.  
Home lights can be activated during lock-  
ing.  
The vehicle key is automatically detected near  
the vehicle.  
The following functions are carried out:  
All the doors, the tailgate and fuel filler flap  
are locked.  
General  
The anti-theft security system is switched  
on. This prevents the doors from being un-  
locked using the locking button or the door  
openers.  
The function is available with Comfort Access.  
Depending on the national-market version, the  
vehicle can also be unlocked and locked at the  
outside door handle with compatible smart-  
phones with a digital key.  
The alarm system is switched on.  
If drive-ready state is still switched on when  
locking, the vehicle horn sounds twice. If this  
happens, switch off drive-ready state using  
Start/Stop button.  
For further information:  
BMW Digital Key, see page 93.  
Operating requirements  
For further information:  
Carry the vehicle key with you, for example,  
in your trouser pocket.  
For settings, see page 98.  
Bluetooth must be activated on the smart-  
phone to unlock and lock with the digital  
key.  
With the vehicle key  
Unlocking the vehicle  
Press the button on the vehicle key.  
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To lock the vehicle, the vehicle key must be  
located outside the vehicle in the vicinity of  
the doors.  
Touchless unlocking/locking of the  
vehicle  
After locking, approx. 2 seconds must  
elapse before unlocking is possible.  
Principle  
The vehicle is unlocked when the driver ap-  
proaches the locked vehicle with the vehicle  
key.  
Unlocking the vehicle  
If the driver moves away from the unlocked ve-  
hicle with the vehicle key, the vehicle is locked.  
General  
The function is available with Comfort Access.  
The vehicle is unlocked when an authorised  
vehicle key is detected in the unlocking zone.  
The unlocking zone is an area with a radius of  
approximately 1.50 m, 5 ft around the vehicle.  
Fully grasp the handle of a front door.  
The vehicle is locked when the vehicle key  
leaves the locking zone.  
Locking the vehicle  
1. Close the driver's door.  
The locking zone is an area with a radius of  
approximately 3 m, 9 ft around the vehicle.  
2. Touch the grooved surface on the handle of  
a closed front door with your finger for ap-  
proximately 1 second, without gripping the  
door handle.  
Depending on the national-market version,  
touchless unlocking and locking is also possi-  
ble for compatible smartphones with a digital  
key. Bluetooth must be activated on the smart-  
phone to do this.  
If the vehicle key remains within the unlocking  
zone without moving for a prolonged period of  
time, the vehicle is locked automatically.  
If a person is detected on a seat when locking,  
the following restrictions apply:  
The vehicle is locked, but not protected  
against theft.  
The fuel filler flap remains unlocked.  
Malfunction  
For further information:  
Wet or snowy conditions may disrupt the lock-  
ing request detection on the outside door han-  
dles.  
BMW Digital Key, see page 93.  
Actions during unlocking  
If a fault occurs, unlock and lock the vehicle  
with the buttons on the vehicle key or with the  
integrated key.  
If the settings specify that only the driver's  
door and the fuel filler flap will be unlocked,  
note the following:  
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The driver's door and fuel filler flap will only  
be unlocked when the driver approaches the  
vehicle on the driver's side.  
Locking/unlocking the vehicle  
For further information:  
For settings, see page 98.  
Operating requirements  
Carry the vehicle key with you, for example,  
in your trouser pocket.  
Automatic unlocking and locking must be  
activated in the settings.  
Hold the activated Key Card directly and cen-  
trally up against the outside door handle on  
the driver's door.  
Drive-ready state must be switched off.  
If the vehicle has been in rest state for  
several days, contactless unlocking/locking  
is not possible until the vehicle has been  
driven.  
When locking the vehicle with the Key Card,  
make sure that all doors and the luggage com-  
partment are closed.  
For further information:  
If the Key Card is not detected, slightly change  
the position of the Key Card and repeat the  
process.  
For settings, see page 98.  
With the Key Card  
With the BMW Digital Key  
Principle  
Principle  
The Key Card is a chip card on which a digital  
key is installed. The key card can be used to  
unlock and lock the vehicle.  
Depending on the national-market version and  
equipment, a digital key can be installed on  
a compatible smartphone and used to unlock  
and lock the vehicle.  
For further information:  
Key Card, see page 92.  
For further information:  
BMW Digital Key, see page 93.  
General  
The Key Card is available with Comfort Access.  
Locking/unlocking the vehicle  
Hold the NFC antenna on the smartphone di-  
rectly and centrally up against the outside door  
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handle on the driver's door. The position of the  
NFC antenna will depend on the smartphone  
model.  
Safety information  
WARNING  
When locking the vehicle with the smartphone,  
make sure that all doors and the luggage com-  
partment are closed.  
Parts of the body can become trapped when  
the tailgate is operated. There is a danger of  
injury. When opening and closing, make sure  
that the movement range of the tailgate is  
kept clear.  
Frequently Asked Questions  
What measures can be taken to enable a vehi-  
cle to be opened if the vehicle key has acciden-  
tally been locked inside the vehicle?  
WARNING  
The Remote Services of the app can be  
used to lock and unlock a vehicle, for exam-  
ple.  
The tailgate swings rearwards and upwards  
when opened. There is a danger of injury or  
material damage. When opening and closing,  
make sure that the movement range of the  
tailgate is kept clear.  
This requires an active BMW Connected-  
Drive contract and the app must be instal-  
led on a smartphone.  
Unlocking of the vehicle can be requested  
via the BMW ConnectedDrive call centre.  
NOTICE  
This requires an active BMW Connected-  
Drive contract.  
Foreign objects, for example sand or ice, be-  
tween the bumper and the tailgate can cause  
damage when operating the lower tailgate.  
There is a risk of material damage. Before  
operating the lower tailgate, remove any for-  
eign objects from the bumper and the lower  
tailgate.  
Access to the luggage  
compartment  
General  
The luggage compartment will be opened to  
the configured opening height.  
WARNING  
Pointed or angular objects can strike the win-  
dows and the heating elements during the  
journey. There is a danger of injury or mate-  
rial damage. Cover edges and make sure that  
pointed objects cannot strike the windows.  
The tailgate consists of the upper and lower  
tailgate. The lower tailgate opens downwards  
to make it easier to load the luggage compart-  
ment.  
The opened lower tailgate can be loaded with  
up to 250 kg.  
NOTICE  
If the tailgate is operated manually in the  
wrong order, the tailgate can be damaged.  
There is a risk of material damage. Close  
the lower tailgate before manually closing the  
upper tailgate.  
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Closing the luggage compartment  
With the vehicle key  
Press and hold the button on the  
vehicle key until the upper tailgate  
has closed.  
General  
To prevent the vehicle key from being locked  
in, do not place it in the luggage compartment.  
Press and hold the button on the  
vehicle key until the upper tailgate  
has closed.  
Depending on the equipment and national-  
market version, the following settings are pos-  
sible:  
The lower tailgate closes automatically with  
the upper tailgate.  
Unlocking the luggage compartment with  
the vehicle key also unlocks the doors.  
Releasing the button stops the movement.  
The vehicle must be unlocked before un-  
locking the luggage compartment with the  
vehicle key.  
If the doors were not unlocked, the luggage  
compartment is locked again as soon as it  
closes.  
Only the upper tailgate or the upper and  
lower tailgates together can be opened  
with the vehicle key.  
On the luggage compartment  
General  
The tailgate can be operated with  
the button on the vehicle key.  
With Comfort Access, the luggage compart-  
ment can be accessed without activating the  
vehicle key.  
Operating requirements  
To open the luggage compartment with the  
vehicle key, the trailer socket must not be oc-  
cupied.  
The key is automatically detected near the ve-  
hicle.  
Depending on the national-market version,  
compatible smartphones with a digital key are  
also detected automatically. In this case, the  
luggage compartment can be opened with a  
smartphone.  
Selector lever position P must be engaged to  
open the luggage compartment with the vehi-  
cle key.  
Opening with the vehicle key must be activated  
in the settings.  
For further information:  
BMW Digital Key, see page 93.  
For further information:  
For settings, see page 98.  
Functional prerequisites  
Carry the vehicle key with you, for example,  
in your trouser pocket.  
Opening the luggage compartment  
Press and hold the button on the  
vehicle key for approximately 1 sec-  
ond.  
Bluetooth must be activated on the smart-  
phone to detect the digital key.  
Press and hold the button on the  
vehicle key for approximately 1 sec-  
ond.  
The lower tailgate is also opened if applicable.  
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the vehicle in the vicinity of the luggage  
compartment.  
Opening the upper tailgate  
The lower tailgate closes automatically with  
the upper tailgate.  
Closing the lower tailgate  
Make sure that there is no load on the lower  
tailgate.  
Press the button on the lower tailgate.  
Unlock the vehicle and then press the but-  
ton on the luggage compartment.  
In the interior  
With Comfort Access: carry the vehicle key  
with you and press the button on the lug-  
gage compartment.  
Functional prerequisites  
In order to be able to open the luggage com-  
partment with the button in the vehicle interior,  
the trailer socket must not be occupied.  
Locked doors are not unlocked.  
Opening the lower tailgate  
The upper tailgate must be open.  
In order to be able to close the luggage com-  
partment with the button in the interior, the  
vehicle key or the digital key must be located in  
the interior.  
Press the button on the lower tailgate.  
Opening the luggage compartment  
Closing the upper tailgate  
Press the button in the driver's door.  
The lower tailgate is also opened if ap-  
plicable.  
Closing the luggage compartment  
Press the button in the driver's door.  
The lower tailgate closes automatically with  
the upper tailgate.  
Press the button on the inside of the  
upper tailgate.  
Cancelling the opening procedure  
The opening procedure is interrupted in the  
following situations:  
Press the button on the inside of the  
upper tailgate.  
The vehicle is locked after the lug-  
gage compartment has been closed. For  
this to happen, the driver's door must be  
closed and the vehicle key must be outside  
If the vehicle begins to move.  
By pressing the button on the outside of  
the luggage compartment. Pressing it again  
closes the luggage compartment again.  
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By pressing the button on the inside of  
the luggage compartment. Pressing it again  
closes the luggage compartment again.  
General  
The availability of the function depends on the  
equipment and national-market version.  
By pressing the button on the vehicle key.  
If the vehicle key is within the sensor range,  
the luggage compartment may open or close  
inadvertently if you unintentionally move your  
foot or if a foot movement is detected.  
Pressing the button again continues the  
opening process.  
Pressing and holding the button again  
closes the luggage compartment again.  
The sensor range extends to approximately  
1.50 m, 5 ft behind the rear area.  
By pressing or pulling the button in the  
driver's door. Pressing again resumes the  
opening procedure.  
If you open the luggage compartment contact-  
lessly, locked doors will not be unlocked.  
depending on the national-market version,  
touchless opening of the luggage compart-  
ment is also possible for compatible smart-  
phones with a digital key.  
Cancelling the closing operation  
The closing operation is interrupted in the  
following situations:  
For further information:  
When driving off suddenly.  
BMW Digital Key, see page 93.  
By pressing the button on the outside of  
the luggage compartment. Pressing it again  
opens the luggage compartment again.  
Safety information  
By pressing the button on the inside of  
the luggage compartment. Pressing it again  
opens the luggage compartment again.  
WARNING  
When opening/closing contactlessly, there is  
a risk of touching vehicle parts, for example  
the hot exhaust system. There is a danger of  
injury. Make sure you are standing securely  
as you move your foot, and do not touch the  
vehicle.  
By releasing the button on the vehicle key.  
Pressing the button again opens the lug-  
gage compartment again.  
Pressing and holding it again resumes the  
closing operation.  
By releasing the button in the driver's door.  
Pulling and holding the button again re-  
sumes the closing operation.  
WARNING  
Parts of the body can become trapped when  
the tailgate is operated. There is a danger of  
injury. When opening and closing, make sure  
that the movement range of the tailgate is  
kept clear.  
Opening and closing the luggage  
compartment contactlessly  
Principle  
Touchless opening and closing of the luggage  
compartment is possible when carrying the ve-  
hicle key on your person.  
Two sensors detect a forward-directed foot  
movement in the central rear area and the lug-  
gage compartment is opened and closed.  
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Your leg must move across the ranges of  
both sensors.  
WARNING  
The tailgate swings rearwards and upwards  
when opened. There is a danger of injury or  
material damage. When opening and closing,  
make sure that the movement range of the  
tailgate is kept clear.  
WARNING  
Pointed or angular objects can strike the win-  
dows and the heating elements during the  
journey. There is a danger of injury or mate-  
rial damage. Cover edges and make sure that  
pointed objects cannot strike the windows.  
Before the luggage compartment opens, the  
hazard warning lights will flash.  
Moving the foot again will stop the opening  
procedure. The subsequent foot movement  
will close the luggage compartment again.  
Operating requirements  
Closing the luggage compartment  
Perform the foot movement for opening the  
luggage compartment.  
To enable the touchless opening of the lug-  
gage compartment, the trailer socket must  
not be occupied.  
The hazard warning lights flash and an acous-  
tic signal sounds.  
Selector lever position P must be engaged  
for touchless opening of the luggage com-  
partment.  
Moving the foot again will stop the closing op-  
eration. The subsequent foot movement will  
open the luggage compartment again.  
Contactless opening and closing of the lug-  
gage compartment must be activated in the  
settings.  
System limits  
Detection of foot movement may be restricted  
by the following external circumstances:  
Bluetooth must be activated on the smart-  
phone to enable the touchless opening and  
closing of the luggage compartment using  
the digital key.  
Ice, snow or slush on the rear of the vehicle.  
Dirt or road salt on the rear of the vehicle.  
For further information:  
Movement in the vicinity of the sensors may  
cause the luggage compartment to open un-  
intentionally, for example if water flows under-  
neath the vehicle during cleaning or in heavy  
rain. To prevent the luggage compartment  
from opening unintentionally, make sure that  
the vehicle key is far enough away from the  
rear of the vehicle.  
For settings, see page 98.  
Opening the luggage compartment  
1. Stand in the centre behind the vehicle, ap-  
proximately an arm's length away from the  
rear of the vehicle.  
2. Kick your foot as far as possible underneath  
the vehicle and immediately pull it back.  
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A deactivated Key Card will remain in the list of  
registered digital keys.  
Malfunction  
In the event of an electrical fault, operate the  
unlocked luggage compartment manually with  
a slow and smooth motion.  
Operating requirements  
To activate and deactivate the Key Card, there  
must be a vehicle key in the vehicle.  
Key Card  
Activating the Key Card  
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Principle  
The Key Card can be used to lock, unlock and  
start the vehicle.  
General  
The availability of the Key Card depends on  
the equipment and national-market version.  
A digital key that has already been paired with  
the vehicle is installed on the Key Card. The  
digital key must be activated via iDrive.  
Dock without thermal cup holder:  
When you exit the vehicle, deactivate the Key  
Card or take the Key Card with you, as it can  
be used to start the vehicle when activated. Al-  
ways take the vehicle key with you to a service  
appointment.  
Safety information  
NOTICE  
If the Key Card and a mobile device are in the  
wireless charging tray at the same time, the  
Key Card may be damaged. There is a risk of  
material damage. Do not place the Key Card  
in the wireless charging tray at the same time  
as a mobile device.  
1. Open the cover of the smartphone tray.  
2. Place the Key Card in the middle of the  
smartphone tray.  
3. Follow instructions on the control display.  
Deactivating the Key Card  
1.  
Apps menu  
Activating/deactivating the Key Card  
in the vehicle  
2. "Vehicle apps"  
3. "Doors and windows"  
4. "Digital Key"  
General  
5. "Key Card"  
If BMW Digital Key is enabled for the vehicle, a  
digital key can be used instead of the vehicle  
key.  
6. "Deactivate Key Card"  
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A deactivated Key Card will remain in the list of  
registered digital keys.  
BMW Digital Key  
Principle  
Unlocking and locking the vehicle  
BMW Digital Key allows you to use a compat-  
ible smartphone to lock, unlock and start the  
vehicle.  
The vehicle can be unlocked and locked with  
the activated Key Card.  
For further information:  
Access to the vehicle interior, see page 83.  
General  
The availability and scope of functions of BMW  
Digital Key depend on the equipment and na-  
tional-market version.  
Switching on drive-ready state  
Dock with thermal cup holder:  
BMW Digital Key can be used with a compati-  
ble smartphone or other compatible end devi-  
ces.  
To unlock and start a vehicle with a compati-  
ble smartphone, this function must be offered  
by the smartphone manufacturer. It is possi-  
ble to check in the My BMW App whether the  
smartphone and the vehicle are compatible  
and which functions are supported.  
Dock without thermal cup holder:  
A BMW ID or a driver profile with individual  
settings can be assigned to a digital key.  
When using a smartphone as a digital key, it  
is helpful to carry the deactivated Key Card  
in the vehicle. In situations where the vehicle  
has to be handed over to another person, the  
Key Card can be handed over instead of the  
smartphone. For this, the Key Card must be  
activated via iDrive.  
Always take the vehicle key with you to a serv-  
ice appointment.  
1. Open the cover of the smartphone tray.  
For further information:  
2. Place the activated Key Card in the middle  
of the smartphone tray.  
BMW ID/driver profiles, see page 73.  
Key Card, see page 92.  
3. Press the Start/Stop button.  
www.bmw.com/digitalkey  
After turning on the drive-ready state, the Key  
Card can be taken out of the storage tray.  
Malfunction  
Objects between the sensors and the Key  
Card, for example a purse/wallet or smart-  
phone case, may prevent the vehicle from de-  
tecting the Key Card.  
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Limiting the range of functions  
Operating requirements  
Certain functions of the digital key can be limi-  
ted before handing it over. For example, re-  
strictions on driving stability control systems  
can be suppressed and engine performance  
can be reduced before the digital key is given  
to a beginner driver. Further information can  
be found on the ConnectedDrive portal and in  
the My BMW App.  
The smartphone is compatible with BMW  
Digital Key.  
The vehicle is linked with the Connected-  
Drive account of the registered keeper.  
The smartphone battery is sufficiently  
charged. The minimum battery charge re-  
quired depends on the smartphone in  
question.  
Authentication  
Depending on the recipient's smartphone  
model, authentication may be required for se-  
curity reasons.  
Enabling the main digital key  
The registered keeper's smartphone is ena-  
bled as the main digital key in the vehicle.  
To do so, the registered keeper must provide  
proof of authorisation for their vehicle.  
An authorised vehicle key, the main digital key  
or another method can be used to perform the  
authentication. Corresponding information is  
displayed for your attention on the smartphone  
or control display.  
Proof of authorisation can be started via the  
My BMW App or via the activation code in the  
corresponding smartphone function, for exam-  
ple, in the Wallet app. Both vehicle keys must  
be in the vehicle during activation.  
Deleting digital keys  
Follow the activation instructions in the Digital  
Key menu in the app or on the control display.  
General  
Deleted digital keys are removed from the list  
of enabled digital keys.  
Sharing digital keys  
Deleted digital keys cannot be restored.  
General  
Digital Key enables digital keys to be shared  
with other people. This option is provided via  
the smartphone enabled as the main digital  
key. This function must be supported by the  
smartphone.  
Deleting the digital master key  
The digital master key can be deleted from the  
smartphone or via iDrive.  
The deletion of the digital master key is com-  
pleted immediately.  
Passing on authorisation  
To share the digital key, select the correspond-  
ing function on the smartphone, for example in  
the Wallet app.  
Deleting a shared key  
Shared keys can be deleted via the smart-  
phone associated with the digital main key, via  
the smartphone associated with the key to be  
deleted or via iDrive.  
As soon as a digital key is shared with a per-  
son, this person receives an invitation. If the in-  
vitation is accepted, the digital key is activated  
on the recipient's smartphone.  
A shared key will only be deleted via the  
smartphone associated with the main digital  
key if the vehicle is being used with a key other  
than the one that is to be deleted.  
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Deletion via the smartphone associated with  
the key to be deleted or via iDrive will take  
place immediately.  
locked and unlocked with no-touch activa-  
tion.  
Bluetooth must be enabled on the smart-  
phone for contactless unlocking and locking  
with the digital key.  
Deletion in iDrive  
To enable a digital key to be deleted via iDrive,  
there must be an authorised vehicle key in the  
vehicle or the digital main key must be in the  
smartphone tray.  
For further information:  
Access to the vehicle interior, see page 83.  
Switching on drive-ready state  
1.  
Apps menu  
Using the smartphone tray  
2. "Vehicle apps"  
Dock with thermal cup holder:  
3. "Doors and windows"  
4. "Digital Key"  
5. Select a digital key as necessary.  
6. Delete the Digital Key.  
Resetting the function  
To reset BMW Digital Key function, there must  
be an authorised vehicle key in the vehicle.  
All digital keys, including the main key, are de-  
leted when the BMW Digital Key function is  
reset. The digital key of the Key Card is not  
deleted.  
Dock without thermal cup holder:  
Following the reset, it will no longer be possi-  
ble to lock, unlock or start the vehicle with a  
digital key.  
The main digital key must be enabled again in  
order to be able to use BMW Digital Key again.  
1.  
Apps menu  
2. "Vehicle apps"  
3. "Doors and windows"  
4. "Digital Key"  
1. Open the cover of the smartphone tray.  
2. Place the smartphone in the middle of the  
smartphone tray.  
5. "Reset function"  
Make sure that the display is pointing up-  
wards.  
Unlocking and locking the vehicle  
The vehicle can be unlocked and locked as fol-  
lows:  
3. Close the cover of the smartphone tray.  
4. Press the Start/Stop button to turn on the  
drive-ready state.  
Via the outside door handle.  
With Comfort Access: depending on the na-  
tional-market version, the vehicle can be  
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The smartphone is shielded from the sen-  
sors in the vehicle by an unsuitable smart-  
phone cover.  
In the interior  
With Comfort Access, it is sufficient, depending  
on the national-market version, for the smart-  
phone with activated Bluetooth to be located in  
the interior. Press the Start/Stop button to turn  
on the drive-ready state.  
There are objects between the smartphone  
and its cover, for example a card with a chip  
or the Key Card.  
Fault of the connection from transmission  
towers or other equipment with high trans-  
mitting power.  
Selling the smartphone  
Delete all digital keys from the smartphone  
before selling it. This ensures that the smart-  
phone can no longer be used for the vehicle.  
Shielding of the smartphone due to build-  
ings or metal objects.  
Changing smartphones  
Central locking buttons  
In order to be able to use a new smartphone  
as a digital main key, the new smartphone  
must be activated in accordance with the de-  
scription for the digital main key. The previous  
main key is deleted when the new smartphone  
is activated.  
General  
The vehicle is automatically locked when mov-  
ing off.  
If an accident of appropriate severity occurs,  
the vehicle is automatically unlocked. The haz-  
ard warning lights and the interior lights illumi-  
nate.  
Selling the vehicle  
Before selling a vehicle, reset the digital key  
function or remove the vehicle from the Con-  
nectedDrive account of the current registered  
keeper.  
Overview  
If the vehicle is removed from the Connected-  
Drive account, all digital keys for the vehicle  
are deleted. The digital key of the Key Card is  
not deleted.  
System limits  
With a digital key, it is not possible to switch off  
the interior movement sensor and the tilt alarm  
sensor of the alarm system.  
The central locking system buttons are located  
on the front door.  
For further information:  
Alarm system, see page 100.  
Locking the vehicle  
Malfunction  
It may be difficult for the vehicle to detect the  
digital key in some circumstances, including  
the following:  
Press the button with the front doors  
closed.  
The fuel filler flap remains unlocked.  
Locking does not activate the vehicle's anti-  
theft protection system.  
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Unlocking the vehicle  
Valet parking mode  
Press the key.  
Principle  
The control display is disabled in valet parking  
mode.  
To open the door  
This mode can be used, for example, if the ve-  
hicle is to be handed over to a parking service.  
Press the button to unlock all the  
doors together.  
Pull the door handle above the arm-  
General  
rest.  
Depending on the national-market version, the  
valet parking mode may not be available.  
Pull the door handle on the door being  
opened. The other doors remain locked.  
Valet parking mode includes the following re-  
strictions:  
Soft-close function for doors  
Changes to the vehicle settings via iDrive  
are not possible.  
Principle  
Settings stored in a BMW ID or a guest pro-  
file cannot be changed.  
The soft-close function reduces the effort and  
noise when closing doors.  
Personal data cannot be displayed.  
The door can be pushed into the door lock  
without effort, and the door automatically  
closes completely.  
The volume of the audio system is limited.  
The integrated universal remote control is  
deactivated.  
The Dynamic Stability Control cannot be  
deactivated.  
Safety information  
The availability of certain settings of the  
drive modes is restricted.  
WARNING  
Parts of the body can become trapped when  
the doors are operated. There is a danger of  
injury. When opening and closing, make sure  
that the movement range of the doors is kept  
clear.  
For further information:  
BMW ID/driver profiles, see page 73.  
Operating requirements  
The driver has registered in the vehicle with a  
BMW ID.  
Closing  
To close, press the door gently.  
Activating valet parking mode  
1.  
Apps menu  
The closing process is automatic.  
2. "Vehicle apps"  
3. "System settings"  
4. "Valet parking mode"  
5. If necessary, "PIN"  
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If the active BMW ID does not have an as-  
signed PIN, create a PIN. The PIN is nee-  
ded to deactivate the valet parking mode.  
Touchless unlocking/locking  
1.  
Apps menu  
2. "Vehicle apps"  
6. If necessary, enter the PIN.  
7. "Activate valet parking mode"  
3. "Doors and windows"  
4. "Comfort access"  
5. Select the desired setting.  
Deactivating valet parking mode  
1. Select the desired BMW ID on the lock  
screen.  
Automatic unlocking  
1.  
Apps menu  
2.  
Enter the assigned PIN for the BMW ID.  
2. "Vehicle apps"  
If the PIN was forgotten: enter access  
data for the BMW ID.  
3. "Doors and windows"  
4. "Lock/unlock"  
If the selected BMW ID does not have  
an assigned PIN: enter access data for  
the BMW ID.  
5. Select the desired setting:  
"Unlock doors at end of trip"  
"Unlock doors when in P"  
Settings  
After drive-ready state has been switched off  
by pressing the Start/Stop button or by engag-  
ing the selector lever position P, the locked ve-  
hicle is automatically unlocked.  
General  
Depending on vehicle equipment and national-  
market version, various settings are possible  
for opening and closing.  
Automatic locking  
1.  
Apps menu  
2. "Vehicle apps"  
Unlocking and locking  
3. "Doors and windows"  
4. "Lock/unlock"  
Doors  
1.  
Apps menu  
5. "Lock after a short time"  
2. "Vehicle apps"  
The vehicle is automatically locked again after  
a short while if no doors are opened after un-  
locking.  
3. "Doors and windows"  
4. "Lock/unlock"  
5. "Unlock"  
Vehicle acknowledgement signals  
6. Select the desired setting:  
1.  
Apps menu  
"Driver's door only"  
2. "Vehicle apps"  
Only the driver's door and fuel filler flap  
are unlocked. Pressing again unlocks  
the entire vehicle.  
3. "Doors and windows"  
4. "Lock/unlock"  
5. Select the desired setting:  
"All doors"  
"Flash on lock/unlock"  
The entire vehicle is unlocked.  
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Unlocking is acknowledged by two  
flashes, locking by one flash.  
Tailgate and doors  
Depending on the equipment and national-  
market version, this setting may not be avail-  
able.  
With alarm system:  
"Sound on lock/unlock"  
Unlocking is acknowledged by two  
acoustic signals, locking by one acoustic  
signal.  
1.  
Apps menu  
2. "Vehicle apps"  
3. "Doors and windows"  
4. "Tailgate"  
Automatic folding of the mirrors  
5. Select the desired button.  
6. Select the desired setting:  
1.  
Apps menu  
2. "Vehicle apps"  
"Upper tailgate"  
3. "Doors and windows"  
4. "Lock/unlock"  
The upper tailgate is opened.  
"Upper tailgate and door(s)"  
5. "Fold mirrors on lock/unlock"  
The tailgate is opened and doors are  
unlocked.  
Luggage compartment  
"Both tailgates"  
Upper or both tailgates  
For the button in the interior, it is possible to  
set whether only the upper tailgate is opened  
or the upper and lower tailgates together:  
The upper and lower tailgates are  
opened.  
"Both tailgates and door(s)"  
The upper and lower tailgates are  
opened and the doors are unlocked.  
1.  
Apps menu  
2. "Vehicle apps"  
The following settings are available for  
the button on the vehicle key:  
3. "Doors and windows"  
4. "Tailgate"  
"Tailgate will only open if vehicle is already  
unlocked"  
5. Select the desired setting:  
"Upper tailgate"  
The vehicle must be unlocked before the  
tailgate can be operated with the vehicle  
key.  
Only the upper tailgate is opened.  
"Both tailgates"  
"Lock tailgate button"  
The upper and lower tailgates are  
opened together.  
Operation of the tailgate with the vehicle  
key is disabled.  
In order to open the upper and lower  
tailgates together, the upper tailgate  
must still be closed when operating the  
button.  
Adjusting the opening height  
The extent to which the upper tailgate opens  
can be set.  
This setting also applies to contactless  
opening of the tailgate.  
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When setting the opening height, make sure  
that there is a clearance of at least 10 cm, 4 in  
above the tailgate.  
Opening a door, the bonnet or the luggage  
compartment.  
Movements inside the vehicle interior.  
1.  
Apps menu  
A change in the vehicle's angle of inclina-  
tion, for instance if an attempt is made to  
jack it up and steal the wheels or to raise it  
prior to towing away.  
2. "Vehicle apps"  
3. "Doors and windows"  
4. "Tailgate"  
An interruption in the battery voltage.  
Improper use of the diagnostic socket.  
5. "Opening height"  
6. Watch the tailgate and set the desired  
opening height.  
Locking the vehicle while a device is con-  
nected to the on-board diagnostic socket.  
The alarm system indicates these changes vis-  
ually and audibly:  
Opening/closing the luggage  
compartment contactlessly  
Acoustic alarm:  
1.  
Apps menu  
Depending on local regulations, the acous-  
tic alarm may be suppressed.  
2. "Vehicle apps"  
3. "Doors and windows"  
4. "Tailgate"  
Optical alarm:  
By flashing of the hazard warning lights  
and, if applicable, the headlights.  
5. Select the desired setting.  
To safeguard operation of the alarm system,  
do not modify the system.  
Closing the glass sunroof  
automatically  
1.  
Apps menu  
Turning the alarm system on/off  
The alarm system is switched on or off as  
soon as the vehicle is locked or unlocked.  
2. "Vehicle apps"  
3. "Doors and windows"  
4. "Close sunroof automatically"  
If the vehicle is locked remotely from a dis-  
tance with the My BMW App, the alarm system  
is not switched on.  
After locking, the open glass sunroof is auto-  
matically moved to the raised position in the  
event of rain or after six hours.  
Opening the doors when the alarm  
system is switched on  
The alarm system is triggered when a door is  
opened if it has been unlocked via the door  
lock using the integrated key.  
Alarm system  
Principle  
The alarm system visually and acoustically  
signals when someone attempts to open the  
locked vehicle.  
Opening the luggage compartment  
with the alarm system turned on  
The luggage compartment can be opened  
even when the alarm system is turned on.  
General  
After closing the luggage compartment, the  
luggage compartment will be locked and moni-  
The alarm system responds to the following  
changes in a locked vehicle:  
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tored again. The hazard warning lights flash  
once during closing.  
The alarm system responds, for example when  
there is an attempt to steal a wheel or tow the  
vehicle away.  
Indicator light on the interior mirror  
Interior movement detector  
The vehicle interior is monitored.  
The alarm system responds when movement  
is detected in the vehicle interior.  
To ensure perfect functioning, the windows  
and glass sunroof must be closed.  
Avoiding false warnings  
The indicator light flashes every 2 seconds:  
The alarm system is switched on.  
General  
The tilt alarm sensor and the interior move-  
ment detector may trigger an alarm even  
though no unauthorised activity is taking place.  
The indicator light flashes for approxi-  
mately 10 seconds then switches to flash-  
ing every 2 seconds:  
Situations where false warnings may occur:  
The interior movement detector and tilt  
alarm sensor are not active because the  
doors, bonnet or tailgate are not closed  
correctly. Correctly closed access points are  
secured.  
In washing bays or car washes.  
In two-level garages.  
When transporting the vehicle via motorail,  
car ferry or trailer.  
When there are pets in the vehicle.  
Once the remaining open access points  
have been closed, the interior movement  
detector and tilt alarm sensor are switched  
on.  
When the vehicle is locked after starting to  
refuel.  
The tilt alarm sensor and interior movement  
detector can be switched off for such situa-  
tions.  
The indicator light flashes even though all  
accesses have been closed:  
Error in the alarm system.  
Switching off the tilt alarm sensor and  
interior movement detector  
The indicator light extinguishes after the  
vehicle has been unlocked:  
Within 10 seconds of locking the vehi-  
cle, press the button on the vehicle key.  
This means that the vehicle is not being  
tampered with.  
The indicator light illuminates for ap-  
proximately 2 seconds and then flashes again.  
The indicator light flashes after unlocking  
until drive-ready state is switched on, but  
for no longer than approximately 5 minutes:  
The tilt alarm sensor and the interior move-  
ment detector are switched off until the next  
time the vehicle is locked.  
The alarm has been triggered.  
Tilt alarm sensor  
The vehicle's angle of inclination is monitored.  
Ending the alarm  
Unlock the vehicle.  
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If the vehicle is unlocked with the integrated  
key, drive-ready state must then be turned on  
via emergency detection of the vehicle key.  
Depending on the equipment, the exterior mir-  
rors are folded in provided that they were not  
folded in when the vehicle was locked. If the  
hazard warning lights are switched on, the ex-  
terior mirrors are not folded in.  
Window  
On the outside door handle  
General  
Principle  
If a window is often opened in the same lo-  
cation, this task can be carried out by the  
BMW Intelligent Personal Assistant. Useful, for  
example, if the same multi-storey car park is  
frequently used.  
The windows can be closed via the outside  
door handle without operating the vehicle key.  
The vehicle key is automatically detected near  
the vehicle.  
For further information:  
General  
BMW Intelligent Personal Assistant, see  
page 59.  
The function is available with Comfort Access.  
Depending on the national-market version, the  
windows can also be closed at the outside  
door handle with compatible smartphones with  
digital key.  
Safety information  
WARNING  
For further information:  
Parts of the body can become trapped when  
the windows are operated. There is a danger  
of injury or material damage. When opening  
and closing, make sure that the movement  
range of the windows is kept clear.  
BMW Digital Key, see page 93.  
Functional prerequisites  
Carry the vehicle key with you, for example,  
in your trouser pocket.  
Bluetooth must be activated on the smart-  
phone to close the windows with the digital  
key.  
With the vehicle key  
Opening windows  
Close windows  
Keep the button on the vehicle key  
pressed after unlocking.  
The windows open for as long as the button  
on the vehicle key remains pressed.  
Close windows  
Keep the button on the vehicle key  
pressed after locking.  
The windows close for as long as the button  
on the vehicle key remains pressed.  
Touch the grooved surface on the outside door  
handle of a closed front door with your finger  
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and hold it there without gripping the door  
handle.  
The window is opened automatically.  
Pressing the switch again stops the move-  
ment.  
In addition to locking, the windows and the  
glass sunroof with sun protection are closed.  
Close windows  
Depending on the equipment, the exterior mir-  
rors are folded in provided that they were not  
folded in when the vehicle was locked. If the  
hazard warning lights are switched on, the ex-  
terior mirrors are not folded in.  
Pull the switch as far as the resist-  
ance point.  
The window closes for as long as  
the switch is held.  
Pull the switch past the resistance  
point.  
In the interior  
The window closes automatically.  
Pulling the switch again stops the move-  
ment.  
Overview  
Anti-trap mechanism  
Principle  
The anti-trap mechanism prevents objects or  
parts of the body from becoming trapped be-  
tween the door frame and window while a win-  
dow is being closed.  
Window lifters  
General  
If resistance or an obstruction is detected while  
a window is being closed, the closing process  
is interrupted.  
Operating requirements  
Standby state is switched on.  
Safety information  
Drive-ready state is switched on.  
For a short while after rest state has been  
established.  
WARNING  
Accessories on the windows, for example  
aerials, can impair the anti-trap mechanism.  
There is a danger of injury. Do not attach  
any accessories within the movement range  
of the windows.  
The vehicle key or a digital key must be inside  
of the vehicle.  
Opening windows  
Press the switch as far as the resist-  
ance point.  
The window opens for as long as  
the switch is held.  
Press the switch past the resistance  
point.  
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Closing with no anti-trap mechanism  
If an external hazard or ice prevents normal  
closure, proceed as follows:  
Safety switch  
Principle  
The safety switch can be used to prevent chil-  
dren from opening and closing the rear win-  
dows with the switches in the rear, for exam-  
ple.  
1.  
Pull the switch past the resistance  
point and hold it in this position.  
The window is closed but with restricted  
anti-trap mechanism. If the closing force  
exceeds a certain level, the closing opera-  
tion is interrupted.  
If an accident of appropriate severity occurs,  
the safety function is automatically switched  
off.  
Overview  
2.  
Pull the switch past the resistance  
point again within approximately 4 seconds  
and hold it in this position.  
The window is closed with no anti-trap  
mechanism.  
Window roller sunblinds  
Safety information  
WARNING  
Safety switch  
When the roller sunblinds are closed and the  
windows opened, the roller sunblinds can be  
heavily stressed during the journey due to the  
air stream. The roller sunblinds can become  
damaged and endanger vehicle occupants.  
There is a danger of injury. Do not open the  
windows during the journey when the roller  
sunblinds are closed.  
Turning the safety functions on/off  
Press the key.  
The LED is illuminated when the safety  
function is switched on.  
Glass sunroof  
Safety information  
WARNING  
Operating requirements  
The affected window must be closed.  
Operation  
Pull the roller sunblind out with the loop and  
hook into the holder.  
Parts of the body may become trapped when  
the glass sunroof is operated. There is a  
danger of injury. When opening and closing,  
make sure that the movement range of the  
glass sunroof is kept clear.  
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Closing the glass sunroof  
With the vehicle key  
Opening the glass sunroof  
Keep the button on the vehicle key  
pressed after unlocking.  
The electric glass sunroof with sun protection  
is opened for as long as the button on the  
vehicle key is pressed.  
Closing the glass sunroof  
Touch the grooved surface on the outside door  
handle of a closed front door with your finger  
and hold it there without gripping the door  
handle.  
Keep the button on the vehicle key  
pressed after locking.  
The electric glass sunroof with sun protection  
is closed for as long as the button on the vehi-  
cle key is pressed.  
In addition to locking, the windows and the  
glass sunroof with sun protection are closed.  
Depending on the equipment, the exterior mir-  
rors are folded in provided that they were not  
folded in when the vehicle was locked. If the  
hazard warning lights are switched on, the ex-  
terior mirrors are not folded in.  
Depending on the equipment, the exterior mir-  
rors are folded in provided that they were not  
folded in when the vehicle was locked. If the  
hazard warning lights are switched on, the ex-  
terior mirrors are not folded in.  
In the interior  
On the outside door handle  
Operating requirements  
The glass sunroof and the sun protection can  
be operated under the following conditions:  
Principle  
The glass sunroof can be closed with the out-  
side door handle without operating the vehicle  
key.  
Standby state is switched on.  
Drive-ready state is switched on.  
The vehicle key is automatically detected near  
the vehicle.  
For a short while after rest state has been  
established.  
The vehicle key must be in the vehicle interior.  
General  
The function is available with Comfort Access.  
General  
The glass sunroof and the sun protection are  
operated using the same switch.  
Functional prerequisites  
Carry the vehicle key with you, for example,  
in your trouser pocket.  
Bluetooth must be activated on the smart-  
phone to close the glass sunroof with the  
digital key.  
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The glass sunroof closes for as long as  
the switch is held. If the glass sunroof is  
already closed or is in the raised position,  
the sun protection is closed.  
Overview  
Button in the vehicle  
Slide the switch backwards beyond the re-  
sistance point.  
The sun protection is opened automatically.  
If the sun protection is already fully open,  
the glass sunroof is opened automatically.  
Pressing the switch again stops the move-  
ment.  
Slide the switch forwards beyond the re-  
sistance point.  
To open/close the glass sun-  
roof/sun protection.  
The glass sunroof is closed automatically.  
If the glass sunroof is already closed or is  
in the raised position, the sun protection is  
closed automatically.  
Pressing the switch again stops the move-  
ment.  
Raising/closing the glass sunroof  
Press the switch briefly up.  
The closed glass sunroof is  
raised and the sun protection  
opens slightly.  
Opening/closing the glass sunroof and  
sun protection together  
Slide the switch back beyond  
the resistance point twice in  
quick succession.  
The opened glass sunroof  
closes to the raised position.  
The sun protection does not  
move.  
The glass sunroof and  
the sun protection open to-  
gether.  
The raised glass sunroof is closed.  
Pressing the switch again  
stops the movement.  
Opening/closing the glass sunroof and  
sun protection separately  
Slide the switch forwards beyond the re-  
sistance point twice in quick succession.  
Slide the switch backwards  
as far as the resistance point  
and hold.  
The glass sunroof and the sun protection  
close together.  
The sun protection opens  
for as long as the switch  
is pressed. If the sun protec-  
tion is already fully open, the  
glass sunroof is opened.  
Pressing the switch again stops the move-  
ment.  
Comfort position  
In some models, wind noise levels inside the  
vehicle are lowest when the glass sunroof is  
not fully open. On these models, the automatic  
Slide the switch forwards as far as the re-  
sistance point and hold.  
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function initially only opens the glass sunroof  
as far as this comfort position.  
Anti-trap mechanism  
Pressing the switch again in the interior opens  
the electric glass sunroof fully.  
Principle  
The anti-trap mechanism prevents objects or  
parts of the body from becoming trapped be-  
tween the roof frame and glass sunroof while  
the glass sunroof is being closed.  
Closing the glass sunroof  
automatically  
General  
Principle  
If resistance or an obstruction is detected while  
the glass sunroof is being closed, the closing  
operation is interrupted once the roof reaches  
the half-open position or when closing from  
the raised position.  
After locking, the open glass sunroof is auto-  
matically moved to the raised position in the  
event of rain or after six hours.  
Operating requirements  
Rain must be able to reach the sensor field  
in the area of the interior mirror. The sen-  
sor field may be obscured by a car port or  
bridge, for example.  
Closing with no anti-trap mechanism  
from an open position  
If there is danger from outside the vehicle or  
icing, for example, prevents normal closing,  
proceed as follows:  
Vehicle must be in rest state.  
The function must be activated in the set-  
tings.  
For settings, see page 98.  
Malfunctions  
The open glass sunroof is not moved to the  
raised position under the following circumstan-  
ces:  
1. Close all doors.  
2. Establish drive-ready state or stop a mov-  
ing vehicle.  
The glass sunroof is blocked.  
3. Slide the switch forwards beyond the re-  
sistance point and hold it in this position.  
The anti-trap mechanism cannot be guar-  
anteed.  
The glass sunroof is closed with restricted  
anti-trap mechanism. If the closing force  
exceeds a certain level, the closing opera-  
tion is interrupted.  
There is a system error, for example due  
to a temporary open circuit. In this case,  
initialising the glass sunroof can help.  
An error message is shown on the control dis-  
play. No further closure is attempted.  
4. Slide the switch forwards once again be-  
yond the resistance point and hold until  
the glass sunroof closes with no anti-trap  
mechanism. Ensure that the closing range  
is clear.  
If rain detection is not possible due to the sys-  
tem, the open glass sunroof is immediately  
moved to the raised position. An error mes-  
sage is shown on the control display.  
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If the glass sunroof is closed, it opens, then  
closes again.  
Closing with no anti-trap mechanism  
from a raised position  
If an external hazard or ice prevents normal  
closure, proceed as follows:  
If the glass sunroof is open, it first closes,  
then opens and closes again.  
In the closed position, the sun protection is  
initialized.  
Initialisation is complete once the glass sun-  
roof and sun visor have opened, then closed  
again.  
1. Close all doors.  
2. Establish drive-ready state or stop a mov-  
ing vehicle.  
3. Slide the switch forwards beyond the re-  
sistance point and hold it in this position.  
Initialising after an open circuit  
General  
If a open circuit occurs while the glass sunroof  
is opening or closing, it may only have restric-  
ted functionality afterwards. In this case, initial-  
ising the system can help.  
The system can be initialised if the following  
conditions are met:  
The vehicle is parked on level ground.  
The vehicle does not move until initialisa-  
tion is complete.  
Drive-ready state is activated.  
The outside temperature is above  
5 /41 .  
During initialisation, the glass sunroof closes  
with no anti-trap mechanism.  
Ensure that the closing range is clear.  
Initialising the system  
Press the switch up and hold  
until initialisation is complete:  
Initialisation begins within 15 seconds.  
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CONTROLS  
Seats, mirrors and steering wheel  
Vehicle equipment  
WARNING  
If the backrest is angled too far back, the pro-  
tective effect of the seat belt will no longer  
be guaranteed. There is a risk of sliding un-  
der the seat belt in the event of an accident.  
There is a danger of injury or danger to life.  
Adjust the seat before starting the journey.  
Adjust the backrest to the most upright posi-  
tion possible, and do not change it during the  
journey.  
This chapter describes equipment, systems  
and functions which are offered or may be of-  
fered in future on a model-specific basis, even  
if they are not included in the vehicle in ques-  
tion.  
For further information:  
Vehicle equipment, see page 8.  
Safe seating position  
WARNING  
A seat position that suitably meets the needs  
of the occupants is essential for relaxed driving  
with minimum fatigue.  
There is a risk of entrapment when the seats  
are moved. There is a danger of injury or  
material damage. Before making any adjust-  
ment, make sure that the movement range of  
the seat is clear.  
In an accident, the correct seat position plays  
an important role. Pay attention to the notes in  
the following chapters.  
For further information:  
Seats, see page 109.  
Adjusting the seats  
Seat belts, see page 116.  
Head restraints, see page 119.  
Airbags, see page 187.  
General  
The current seat position can be saved using  
the memory function.  
Overview  
Seats, front  
Safety information  
WARNING  
Setting the seat during a journey could cause  
the seat to move unexpectedly. You could  
lose control of the vehicle. There is a risk of  
accident. Only adjust the seat on the driver's  
side when at a standstill.  
The switches for the seat settings are located  
at the front seats.  
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Adjusting the forward/back position  
Adjusting the backrest angle  
Press the switch forwards or backwards.  
Tilt the switch forwards or backwards.  
Adjusting the height  
Adjusting the seat position  
automatically  
General  
The seat setting for the driver's seat is stored  
in the active BMW ID or in the active driver  
profile. If the BMW ID or the driver profile is  
reactivated at a later time, the stored position  
is loaded automatically.  
Activating/deactivating the function  
Press the switch up or down.  
1.  
Apps menu  
2. "Vehicle apps"  
Adjusting the seat angle  
3. "Seat comfort"  
4. Select drivers seat.  
5. "Set automatically"  
6. Select the desired setting.  
Tilt the switch up or down.  
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The curvature is shifted upwards/down-  
wards.  
Thigh support  
Sport seat  
Backrest width  
Principle  
The backrest width can be adjusted to improve  
lateral support when cornering.  
General  
The backrest width is changed by adjusting  
the side sections of the backrest.  
Pull the lever on the front of the seat and ad-  
just the thigh support forwards or backwards.  
Adjusting the backrest width  
Press the button at the front:  
Backrest width is reduced.  
Press the button at the rear:  
Backrest width is increased.  
Multifunction seat  
Backrest upper section  
Principle  
The backrest upper section provides support  
for the back in the shoulder region. When ad-  
justed correctly, it ensures a relaxed seat posi-  
tion, and reduces strain on the shoulder mus-  
cles.  
Press the switch forwards or backwards.  
Lumbar support  
General  
Principle  
When getting out of the vehicle, the backrest  
upper section moves all the way back. Before  
the start of the journey, the last set position is  
automatically moved to.  
The curvature of the backrest can be changed  
to provide support for the lumbar region, or  
lordosis. The upper edge of the pelvis and the  
spinal column are supported to encourage an  
upright sitting posture.  
Adjusting the lumbar support  
Press the button at the front/rear:  
The curvature is increased/de-  
creased.  
Press the button at the top/bottom:  
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Adjusting the backrest upper section  
Switching on  
1.  
Press the button. The LED is illumi-  
nated.  
2. Use the driver's seat switches to adjust the  
front passenger seat.  
3. If required, save the memory position for  
the front passenger seat position.  
Switching off  
Press the button at the front:  
Press the key. The LED is extin-  
guished.  
The backrest upper section is tilted for-  
wards.  
The function is also disabled automati-  
cally after a period of time.  
Press the button at the rear:  
The backrest upper section is tilted back-  
wards.  
Seat massage  
Front passenger seat functionality  
Principle  
The seat massage ensures relaxed muscles  
and better blood circulation in the back region  
and can prevent signs of fatigue.  
Principle  
The front passenger seat can be adjusted us-  
ing the switches on the driver's seat, for exam-  
ple to increase the legroom in the rear.  
General  
If necessary, the front passenger seat position  
can be saved using the memory function.  
Eight different massage programmes can be  
selected:  
Pelvic activation.  
Overview  
Upper-body activation.  
Whole body mobilisation.  
Back massage.  
Buttons in the vehicle  
Shoulder massage.  
Lumbar massage.  
Upper-body training.  
Whole body exercise.  
Front passenger seat functionality  
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To restore the accuracy of the electric seat set-  
ting, the front seats must be calibrated.  
Overview  
Buttons in the vehicle  
Safety information  
WARNING  
There is a risk of entrapment when the seats  
are moved. There is a danger of injury or  
material damage. Before making any adjust-  
ment, make sure that the movement range of  
the seat is clear.  
Massage function  
Calibrating the front seat  
1. Push the switch forward again in a longitu-  
dinal direction until the seat stops.  
Switching on  
2. Push the switch forward again until the seat  
stops.  
Press the button once for each inten-  
sity level.  
3. Reset the desired seat position.  
The highest intensity level is selected if  
the three LEDs are illuminated.  
As soon as the message on the control dis-  
play disappears, the calibration is complete.  
If the message remains active, repeat the cali-  
bration.  
Switching off  
If the message is not hidden after repeated  
calibration, have the system checked by an au-  
thorised Service Partner or another qualified  
Service Partner or a specialist workshop.  
Press and hold the button until the  
LEDs are extinguished.  
Selecting the massage programme  
1.  
Apps menu  
Rear seats  
2. "Vehicle apps"  
3. "Seat comfort"  
Second-row seating  
4. Select the desired seat.  
5. "Seat massage"  
General  
6. Select the desired setting.  
The backrest angle and the forward/back posi-  
tion of the second row of seats can be adjus-  
ted.  
Calibrating the front seats  
The backrest angle for the middle section is  
adjusted together with the left rear seat back-  
rest.  
General  
As soon as the electric seat adjustment no lon-  
ger functions precisely, a Check Control mes-  
sage is displayed on the control display.  
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Safety information  
Overview  
WARNING  
There is a risk of entrapment when the seats  
are moved. There is a danger of injury or  
material damage. Before making any adjust-  
ment, make sure that the movement range of  
the seat is clear.  
The switches for the seat settings are located  
on the seats.  
WARNING  
There is a risk of entrapment when folding  
down the centre armrest in the rear. There is  
a danger of injury. When folding down, make  
sure that the movement range of the centre  
armrest is kept clear.  
Selecting the base position  
WARNING  
There is risk of entrapment when folding  
back the second-row seating. There is a dan-  
ger of injury or material damage. Before fold-  
ing back the second-row seating, make sure  
that the movement range of the seats is kept  
clear.  
Press the button to move the seat to the base  
position.  
The process is cancelled if the button is  
pressed again.  
WARNING  
Longitudinal direction  
In the folded down state, the seats of the  
second-row seating are not locked and can  
move. There is a danger of injury or material  
damage. Fold the seats of the second-row  
seating only down with load. When driving  
without load, fold back and lock the seats of  
the second-row seating prior to departure.  
Press the switch forwards or backwards.  
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The position of the front seats will be adjusted  
automatically if necessary to avoid a collision.  
Backrest angle  
If the second-row seating is not locked in posi-  
tion, an acoustic signal will sound and a warn-  
ing icon is shown in the instrument cluster.  
Third-row seating  
General  
The third-row seating consists of two split  
seats.  
Tilt the switch forwards or backwards.  
Folding up the rear seat backrest  
Access to the third-row seating  
Safety information  
Safety information  
WARNING  
WARNING  
If a rear seat backrest is not locked, unse-  
cured load may be flung into the interior,  
for example in the event of an accident or  
when braking or taking avoidance manoeu-  
vre. There is a danger of injury. Make sure  
that the rear seat backrest is locked after it  
has been folded back.  
If a rear seat backrest is not locked, unse-  
cured load may be flung into the interior,  
for example in the event of an accident or  
when braking or taking avoidance manoeu-  
vre. There is a danger of injury. Make sure  
that the rear seat backrest is locked after it  
has been folded back.  
1. Fold up the rear seat backrest and engage.  
Folding down rear seat backrest  
1. Fold up the middle part of the second-row  
seating if necessary.  
2. Press the switch forwards or backwards  
once.  
2. Set the head restraint correctly if necessary.  
The seat moves automatically into the respec-  
tive end position.  
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Unlocking from the second-row seating  
Folding down rear seat backrest  
1. Push the head restraints downwards, see  
page 120.  
2. Push the lever forwards to unlock the rear  
seat backrest.  
Pull the loop and fold the rear seat backrest  
forwards.  
Unlocking from the third-row seating  
3. Fold the rear seat backrest downwards.  
Getting out from the third-row seating  
Pull the loop and fold the rear seat backrest  
forwards.  
The second-row seating can be folded down  
via the switch.  
Seat belts  
For further information:  
General  
Access to the third-row seating, see page 115  
For the safety of the vehicle occupants, the ve-  
hicle is equipped with five or seven seat belts.  
However, they can only provide a protective  
effect when applied correctly.  
Rear seat backrest emergency release  
General  
Before each journey, always make sure that  
all occupants have fastened their seat belts.  
The airbags supplement the seat belts as an  
additional safety device. The airbags are not a  
substitute for the seat belts.  
The two outer backrests of the second-row  
seating can be folded down manually, for ex-  
ample if there is an electrical fault.  
All belt anchorages are designed to achieve  
the best possible protective effect of the seat  
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belts with proper use of the seat belts and cor-  
rect seat setting.  
Seat belts should be adjusted as firmly as  
possible, consistent with comfort, to provide  
the protection for which they have been de-  
signed. A slack seat belt will greatly reduce  
the protection afforded to the wearer.  
The two outer seat belt buckles on the rear  
seats are intended for those sitting on the left  
and right.  
Care should be taken to avoid contamina-  
tion of the seat belt strap by polishes, oils  
and chemicals and particularly battery acid.  
Cleaning may safely be carried out using  
a mild soap and water solution. The seat  
belt should be replaced if the seat belt strap  
becomes frayed, contaminated or damaged.  
Seat belts should not be worn with straps  
twisted. Each seat belt assembly must only  
be used by one occupant; it is forbidden to  
put a belt around a child being carried on the  
occupant's lap.  
The inner seat belt buckle on the rear seats is  
intended for the person sitting in the middle.  
For further information:  
Notes on sitting safely, see page 109.  
Safety information  
WARNING  
If a seat belt is used by more than one per-  
son at the same time, the protective effect of  
the seat belt is no longer guaranteed. There  
is a danger of injury or danger to life. Only  
one person should use each seat belt at any  
one time. Do not allow infants and children  
to travel on the lap of another occupant. In-  
stead, secure the infant or child in child re-  
straint systems intended for this purpose.  
It is essential to replace the entire seat belt  
assembly after it has been worn in a severe  
impact even if damage to the assembly is not  
obvious.  
WARNING  
No modifications or additions should be  
made by the user that will either prevent the  
seat belt adjusting devices from operating to  
remove slack, or prevent the seat belt assem-  
bly from being adjusted to remove slack.  
WARNING  
The protective effect of the seat belts may be  
restricted or may even fail completely if the  
seat belts are worn incorrectly. If a seat belt is  
not worn correctly, additional injuries can be  
caused, for example in the event of an acci-  
dent, braking or avoidance manoeuvre. There  
is a danger of injury or danger to life. Make  
sure that all vehicle occupants have fastened  
their seat belts correctly.  
WARNING  
If the rear seat backrest is not locked, the  
protective effect of the middle seat belt is not  
ensured. There is a danger of injury or dan-  
ger to life. Lock the wider rear seat backrest  
when using the middle seat belt.  
WARNING  
Seat belts are designed to bear upon the  
bony structure of the body and should be  
worn low across the front of the pelvis, or the  
pelvis, chest and shoulders, as applicable.  
Wearing the lap section of the belt across the  
abdominal area must be avoided.  
WARNING  
The protective effect of the seat belts may be  
restricted or may even fail completely in the  
following situations:  
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If the seat belts or seat belt buckles are  
damaged, dirty or have been modified in  
another way.  
The length of the diagonal shoulder strap  
adjusts itself automatically to allow free-  
dom of movement.  
The seat belt tensioners or belt retrac-  
tors have been modified.  
To release the seat belt, press the button  
on the seat belt buckle.  
Seat belts can be damaged in an accident  
without the damage necessarily being appa-  
rent. There is a danger of injury or danger  
to life. Do not modify seat belts, seat belt  
buckles, seat belt tensioners, belt retractors  
and belt anchor points and ensure that they  
are kept clean. After an accident, have the  
seat belts inspected at an authorised Service  
Partner or another qualified Service Partner  
or a specialist workshop.  
Fastening the seat belt  
1. When fastening the seat belt, guide it  
slowly over the shoulder and pelvis.  
2. Insert the seat belt tongue in the seat belt  
buckle. The seat belt buckle must be heard  
to engage.  
Correct seat belt use  
Place the seat belt tightly over the pelvis  
and shoulder, close to the body and without  
twisting.  
Make sure that the seat belt is positioned  
low at the hips in the area of the pelvis. The  
seat belt must not press on the abdomen.  
Unfastening the seat belt  
1. Hold the seat belt firmly.  
The seat belt must not be allowed to rub  
against sharp edges, be routed over solid  
or breakable objects or be trapped.  
2. Press the red button on the seat belt  
buckle.  
Avoid wearing bulky clothing.  
3. Guide the seat belt back up to the auto-  
matic reel.  
Keep the seat belt taut by occasionally pull-  
ing upwards on the upper body area.  
Seat belt warning  
Setting for automatic retracting seat  
belts  
General  
Check whether the seat belts are fastened cor-  
rectly.  
Draw the seat belt tongue attached to the  
seat belt across the body and press it into  
the seat belt buckle until a 'click' is heard.  
The seat belt warning becomes active in the  
following situations:  
Adjustment of the belt length is very im-  
portant. To adjust the lap belt and check  
whether the seat belt buckle has locked  
correctly, pull upwards on the shoulder  
strap until the lap belt fits tightly.  
When the seat belt on the driver's side or  
on the passenger's side is not fastened.  
When the seat belt is unfastened while driv-  
ing.  
When objects are lying on a seat.  
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Display in the instrument cluster  
Safety information  
The indicator light in the instrument cluster illu-  
minates after turning on the drive-ready state  
and the seat belt warning is active.  
WARNING  
If the head restraints are removed or incor-  
rectly adjusted, they cannot provide protec-  
tive effect as intended and head and neck in-  
juries may result. There is a danger of injury.  
A Check Control message is shown where ap-  
plicable. Check whether the seat belt has been  
fastened correctly.  
The displays may vary depending on the  
equipment and national-market version.  
Before a journey, re-install any removed  
head restraints on all occupied seats.  
Icon  
Meaning  
Adjust the head restraint so that its cen-  
tre supports the back of the head at eye  
level where possible.  
Seat belt is not buckled.  
Adjust the distance so that the head re-  
straint is as close as possible to the back  
of the head. If necessary, adjust the dis-  
tance by adjusting the backrest angle.  
Seat belt is only buckled on the  
corresponding seat.  
Seat belt on the corresponding  
seat is not buckled.  
WARNING  
Parts of the body can become trapped when  
the head restraint is moved. There is a dan-  
ger of injury. When moving the head restraint,  
make sure that the movement range is kept  
clear.  
Safety function  
In critical driving situations, for example full  
braking, the front seat belts are tensioned au-  
tomatically.  
If the driving situation passes without an acci-  
dent, the belt tension is slackened again.  
WARNING  
If the belt tension does not loosen automati-  
cally, stop the vehicle and unfasten the seat  
belt by pressing the red button in the seat belt  
buckle. Fasten the seat belt again before con-  
tinuing driving.  
Objects on the head restraint impair the pro-  
tective effect of the head restraint in the head  
and neck area. There is a danger of injury.  
Do not fit any covers on the seats or  
head restraints.  
Do not hang objects such as coat hang-  
ers directly on the head restraint.  
Front head restraints  
Only use accessories that have been  
classified as safe for attaching to the  
head restraint.  
General  
The current head restraint position can be  
saved with the memory function.  
Do not use any accessories, for example  
cushions, during the journey.  
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Active head restraint  
Adjusting the side sections  
In the event of a severe rear-end collision, the  
active head restraint automatically reduces the  
distance to the head.  
Check the active head restraint if it has been  
subjected to an accident or is damaged, and  
have it replaced if necessary.  
Adjusting the height  
Fold the side sections forwards to increase lat-  
eral support in the rest position.  
Removing the head restraints  
The head restraints cannot be removed.  
Rear head restraints  
Safety information  
WARNING  
Press the switch up or down.  
Adjusting the distance  
If the head restraints are removed or incor-  
rectly adjusted, they cannot provide protec-  
tive effect as intended and head and neck in-  
juries may result. There is a danger of injury.  
Before a journey, re-install any removed  
head restraints on all occupied seats.  
Adjust the head restraint so that its cen-  
tre supports the back of the head at eye  
level where possible.  
Back: press the button and push back the  
head restraint.  
Adjust the distance so that the head re-  
straint is as close as possible to the back  
of the head. If necessary, adjust the dis-  
tance by adjusting the backrest angle.  
Forward: pull the head restraint forwards.  
After adjusting the distance, make sure that  
the head restraint engages correctly.  
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Folding down the head restraints  
WARNING  
Parts of the body can become trapped when  
the head restraint is moved. There is a dan-  
ger of injury. When moving the head restraint,  
make sure that the movement range is kept  
clear.  
WARNING  
Backwards: press the button, arrow 1, and  
fold back the head restraint.  
Objects on the head restraint impair the pro-  
tective effect of the head restraint in the head  
and neck area. There is a danger of injury.  
Forwards: fold the head restraint forwards  
as far as it will go. Ensure that the head  
restraint engages correctly.  
Do not fit any covers on the seats or  
head restraints.  
Do not hang objects such as coat hang-  
ers directly on the head restraint.  
Adjusting the height  
Only use accessories that have been  
classified as safe for attaching to the  
head restraint.  
Do not use any accessories, for example  
cushions, during the journey.  
Folding down the head restraints  
General  
Down: press the button, arrow 1, and slide  
the head restraint downwards.  
The outer head restraints can be folded back  
to improve rear visibility. Only fold back the  
head restraint if no one is sitting on the seat in  
question.  
Up: push the head restraint upwards.  
After adjusting the height, make sure that the  
head restraint engages correctly.  
Removing the head restraint  
The head restraints cannot be removed.  
Installing head restraints  
After installation, make sure that the head re-  
straint engages correctly.  
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Cushions for the rear head  
restraints  
Overview  
Only use the cushions with the vehicle at a  
standstill.  
1. Adjust the head restraint to a sufficient  
height.  
2. Attach the cushion and place the cushion  
strap around the head restraint, arrow 1.  
Icon  
Meaning  
Fold the exterior mirror in and out.  
Adjust the exterior mirrors.  
Select exterior mirror, automatic  
parking function.  
3. Close the press studs, arrow 2.  
Exterior mirrors  
Adjusting the exterior mirrors  
Press the key.  
General  
The selected exterior mirror moves  
along with the button movement.  
The exterior mirror adjustment is stored in the  
active BMW ID or in the active driver profile. If  
the BMW ID or the driver profile is reactivated  
at a later time, the stored position is loaded  
automatically.  
Selecting the exterior mirror  
To switch to the other mirror:  
Push the switch.  
The current exterior mirror adjustment can be  
stored using the memory function.  
Safety information  
Malfunction  
In case of an electrical failure, adjust the ex-  
terior mirror by pressing on the edges of the  
mirror glass.  
WARNING  
Objects reflected in the mirror are closer than  
they appear. The distance from road users  
behind the vehicle could be incorrectly esti-  
mated, for example when changing driving  
lane. There is a risk of accident. Look over  
your shoulder to estimate the distance from  
following traffic.  
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Activating the automatic parking  
function  
Folding in/folding out the exterior  
mirror  
1.  
Push the switch to the driver's mir-  
ror position.  
NOTICE  
Because of its width, the vehicle could sus-  
tain damage in car washes. There is a risk  
of material damage. Before washing, fold the  
mirrors in manually or with the button.  
2. Engage selector lever position R.  
The automatic parking function is deactivated  
when the trailer socket is occupied.  
Press the key.  
Deactivating the automatic parking  
function  
Push the switch to the front passenger's side  
exterior mirror position.  
The mirrors can be folded in at vehicle speeds  
up to approx. 20 km/h/15 mph.  
Folding the exterior mirrors in and out is help-  
ful in the following situations:  
Rear-view mirror with  
automatic anti-dazzle  
function  
In car washes.  
In narrow streets.  
Mirrors which are folded in automatically fold  
out when the vehicle reaches a speed of ap-  
proximately 40 km/h/25 mph.  
General  
The interior mirror is dimmed automatically.  
Automatic heating  
The function is controlled by photocells:  
When required, both exterior mirrors are au-  
tomatically heated when drive-ready state is  
switched on.  
In the mirror glass.  
On the back of the mirror.  
Overview  
Automatic dimming  
The exterior mirror on the driver's side is dim-  
med automatically. Photocells in the interior  
mirror are used to control this function.  
Automatic parking function  
Principle  
When reverse gear is engaged, the mirror  
glass on the passenger's side is tilted down-  
wards. When parking, for example, this gives  
the driver a better view of the kerb or other  
objects near the ground.  
Operating requirements  
Keep the photocells clean.  
Do not obstruct the zone between the inte-  
rior mirror and the windscreen.  
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Steering wheel  
Safety information  
WARNING  
Memory function  
Principle  
The memory function enables the following  
settings to be stored and retrieved when re-  
quired:  
Adjusting the steering wheel while driving  
may cause the steering wheel to move unex-  
pectedly. You could lose control of the vehi-  
cle. There is a risk of accident. Only adjust  
the steering wheel when the vehicle is at a  
standstill.  
Seat position.  
Exterior mirror adjustment.  
Steering wheel position.  
Height of the Head-up display.  
General  
For each driver profile, two memory slots can  
be assigned with different settings.  
Electrical steering wheel adjustment  
General  
The following settings are not saved:  
The steering wheel adjustment is stored in the  
active BMW ID or in the active driver profile. If  
the BMW ID or the driver profile is reactivated  
at a later time, the stored position is called up  
automatically.  
Backrest width.  
Lumbar support.  
Safety information  
The current steering wheel position can be  
saved with the memory function.  
WARNING  
Using the memory function while driving may  
cause the seat or steering wheel to move  
unexpectedly. You could lose control of the  
vehicle. There is a risk of accident. Only use  
the memory function when the vehicle is at  
standstill.  
Temporarily, the steering wheel moves to the  
highest position to facilitate getting into and  
out of the vehicle.  
Adjusting the steering wheel position  
WARNING  
There is a risk of entrapment when the seats  
are moved. There is a danger of injury or  
material damage. Before making any adjust-  
ment, make sure that the movement range of  
the seat is clear.  
Press the switch to adjust the steering wheel  
to the correct forward/back position and height  
for your seat position.  
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Overview  
The memory buttons are on the front doors.  
Storing settings  
1. Set the desired position.  
2.  
Press the button. The LED is illumi-  
nated.  
3. Press the desired Memory button 1 or 2  
while the LED is illuminated. A signal  
sounds.  
Go to Settings  
Press the desired Memory button 1 or 2.  
The saved position is retrieved.  
The operation is halted when a seat set-  
ting switch or one of the memory buttons is  
pressed again.  
The adjustment of the seat position on the  
driver's side is interrupted after a short time  
while driving.  
Seat climate control  
Various air conditioning functions are available  
for the seats.  
For further information:  
Air conditioning control, see page 300.  
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Vehicle equipment  
WARNING  
Child restraint systems and their parts can  
get very hot when exposed to direct sun-  
light. Contact with hot parts can cause burns.  
There is a danger of injury. Do not expose  
the child restraint system to direct sunlight;  
cover the child restraint system if necessary.  
If required, allow the child restraint system to  
cool down before transporting a child. Do not  
leave children unsupervised in the vehicle.  
This chapter describes equipment, systems  
and functions which are offered or may be of-  
fered in future on a model-specific basis, even  
if they are not included in the vehicle in ques-  
tion.  
For further information:  
Vehicle equipment, see page 8.  
Important considerations  
Safety information  
WARNING  
Children on the rear seat  
General  
Accident research has shown that the safest  
place for children is on the rear seat.  
Unsupervised children or pets in the vehicle  
can set the vehicle in motion and endanger  
themselves or other road users, for example  
by the following actions:  
Wherever possible, children younger than  
12 years old or shorter than 150 cm, 5 ft should  
be transported only on the rear seats in child  
restraint systems appropriate for their age,  
weight and stature. Children aged 12 years and  
older must be secured with a seat belt once a  
suitable child restraint system is no longer an  
option due to their age, weight or stature.  
Pressing the Start/Stop button.  
Releasing the parking brake.  
Opening and closing doors or windows.  
Engaging selector lever position N.  
Operating vehicle equipment.  
Safety information  
There is a risk of accident or injury. Do not  
leave children or pets unsupervised in the ve-  
hicle. When leaving the vehicle, take the vehi-  
cle key with you and lock the vehicle.  
WARNING  
Children shorter than 150 cm, 5 ft cannot  
wear the seat belt correctly without using ad-  
ditional child restraint systems. The protec-  
tive effect of the seat belts may be restricted  
or may even fail completely if the seat belts  
are worn incorrectly. If a seat belt is not worn  
correctly, additional injuries can be caused,  
for example in the event of an accident, brak-  
ing or avoidance manoeuvre. There is a dan-  
ger of injury or danger to life. Children shorter  
WARNING  
Hot vehicle can have fatal consequences,  
in particular for children or pets. There is a  
danger of injury or danger to life. Do not  
leave anyone unsupervised in the vehicle, es-  
pecially children or pets.  
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than 150 cm, 5 ft must be secured in suitable  
child restraint systems.  
Safety information  
WARNING  
Not for Australia:Children on the  
front passenger seat  
If child restraint systems and their attach-  
ment systems have been damaged or sub-  
jected to stresses in an accident, their pro-  
tective effect may be restricted or may fail  
completely. A child might not be adequately  
restrained, for example in the event of an  
accident, braking or avoidance manoeuvre.  
There is a danger of injury or danger to life.  
General  
When using a rearward-facing child restraint  
system on the front passenger seat, make sure  
that the front passenger airbag is deactivated.  
If it is not possible to deactivate the front  
passenger airbag, do not carry children in  
rearward-facing child restraint systems on the  
front passenger seat.  
Do not continue to use child restraint systems  
which are damaged or have been subjected  
to stresses in an accident.  
If attachment systems have been damaged  
or subjected to stresses in an accident, have  
them checked and replaced by an authorised  
Service Partner or another qualified Service  
Partner or a specialist workshop.  
For further information:  
Deactivation of the front passenger airbag, see  
page 189.  
Safety information  
WARNING  
DANGER  
If the seat is not set properly or the child  
seat has been installed incorrectly, the child  
restraint system may have restricted or no  
stability at all. There is a danger of injury  
or danger to life. Make sure that the child  
restraint system rests firmly against the seat  
backrest. Wherever possible, adapt the back-  
rest angle of all relevant seat backrests and  
adjust the seats correctly. Make sure that  
the seats and their backrests are correctly  
engaged or locked. If possible and if neces-  
sary, adjust the height of the head restraints  
or remove them.  
If triggered, an active front passenger airbag  
can fatally injure a child in a child restraint  
system which is mounted facing backwards.  
There is a danger to life. Make sure that the  
front passenger airbag is deactivated and the  
PASSENGER AIRBAG OFF indicator light is  
illuminated.  
Fitting child restraint  
systems  
General  
Before installation  
Make sure rear seat backrests are locked in  
place before fitting child restraint systems.  
Please comply with the operating and safety  
instructions provided by the child restraint sys-  
tem manufacturer when selecting, attaching  
and using child restraint systems.  
Move rear seats to rearmost position to make  
it easier to fit child restraint system.  
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Third-row seating  
Before fitting a child restraint system in the  
third-row seating, observe the following, de-  
pending on the equipment:  
Not for Australia:On the front  
passenger seat  
Deactivating the airbag  
Roll up the luggage compartment cover  
and remove the case.  
DANGER  
Lower the electric luggage compartment  
cover.  
If triggered, an active front passenger airbag  
can fatally injure a child in a child restraint  
system which is mounted facing backwards.  
There is a danger to life. Make sure that the  
front passenger airbag is deactivated and the  
PASSENGER AIRBAG OFF indicator light is  
illuminated.  
Remove the luggage compartment partition  
net.  
Move the seats and backrest of the sec-  
ond-row seating all the way forwards.  
Fold down and lock the relevant backrest of  
the second row of seats.  
Before installing a rearward-facing child re-  
straint system on the front passenger seat,  
make sure that the front passenger airbag is  
deactivated. If the airbag cannot be deactiva-  
ted, do not install a rearward-facing child re-  
straint system.  
The head restraints of the third-row seating  
are put into the upper position.  
Do not make any further changes to the set-  
tings.  
For Australia: installation of child  
restraint systems  
Please note the following warning because  
your vehicle has been equipped with a front  
airbag for the front passenger seat that cannot  
be deactivated:  
For further information:  
Deactivation of the front passenger airbag, see  
page 189.  
Rearward-facing child restraint  
systems  
It is not recommended to use rear-  
ward-facing child restraint systems on  
the front passenger seat.  
DANGER  
If triggered, an active front passenger airbag  
can fatally injure a child in a child restraint  
system which is mounted facing backwards.  
There is a danger to life. Make sure that the  
front passenger airbag is deactivated and the  
PASSENGER AIRBAG OFF indicator light is  
illuminated.  
Extreme hazard  
Do not use rearward-facing child restraint  
systems on a seat protected by an airbag in  
front of it.  
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ISOFIX or i-Size child safety  
seat fasteners  
General  
Please comply with the operating and safety  
instructions provided by the, child restraint sys-  
tem manufacturer when selecting, attaching  
and using ISOFIX or i-Size child restraint sys-  
tems.  
Follow the note on the sun visor on the pas-  
senger's side.  
Never use rearward facing child restraint sys-  
tems on a seat with an activated front airbag.  
Use may result in death or serious injury to  
children.  
Suitable ISOFIX or i-Size child  
restraint systems  
For further information:  
Suitable seats for child restraint systems, see  
page 132.  
Seat position and height  
After installing a universal child restraint sys-  
tem, move the front passenger seat as far  
back as it will go and adjust it to the high-  
est position. This seat position and height pro-  
vides the best possible belt routing and protec-  
tion in the event of an accident.  
i-Size child restraint systems  
General  
i-Size is a legal regulation for child restraint  
systems which is used for the approval of child  
restraint systems.  
After installing a universal child restraint sys-  
tem, adjust the inclination of the seat backrest  
to achieve the best possible belt routing.  
The system represents a further development  
of the ISOFIX child safety seat fasteners.  
ISOFIX child restraint systems can also be at-  
tached to anchors with i-Size markings.  
If the upper attachment point of the seat belt is  
in front of the child seat's seat belt guide, care-  
fully move the front passenger seat forwards  
until the best possible seat belt guide is ach-  
ieved.  
Icon  
Meaning  
If this icon is seen in the vehi-  
cle, the vehicle has also been  
approved in accordance with  
i-Size. The icon shows the  
mounts for the system's lower  
anchors. The lower anchors  
meet the European i-Size re-  
quirements.  
Backrest width  
With adjustable backrest width: before instal-  
ling a child restraint system on the front pas-  
senger seat, fully open the backrest width. Do  
not change the backrest width from this point  
on and do not retrieve a seat position from the  
memory.  
The corresponding icon shows  
the top tether eyelet.  
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Safety information  
ISOFIX child restraint systems  
General  
WARNING  
ISOFIX is a legal regulation for child restraint  
systems which is used for the approval of child  
restraint systems.  
If the child restraint system lower anchors are  
not engaged correctly, the protective effect of  
the child restraint system will be restricted.  
There is a danger of injury or danger to life.  
Make sure the lower anchor points have en-  
gaged correctly and the child restraint system  
rests firmly against the backrest.  
ISOFIX child restraint systems can be attached  
to mountings marked with ISOFIX.  
Only certain ISOFIX child restraint systems are  
permitted for use on the designated seats. The  
associated size class and size category are  
denoted by a letter or ISO reference on a plate  
on the child seat.  
WARNING  
Icon  
Meaning  
The mounts for the lower anchors and the  
attachment points for child restraint systems  
are intended for attaching child restraint sys-  
tems only. If other objects are attached, the  
mounts or attachment points can be dam-  
aged. There is a danger of injury or material  
damage. Only attach child restraint systems  
to the corresponding mounts for the lower  
anchors or the attachment points.  
If this icon is seen in the ve-  
hicle, the vehicle has been  
approved in accordance with  
the ISOFIX standard. The icon  
shows the mounts for the sys-  
tem's lower anchors. The lower  
mountings comply with ISOFIX  
requirements.  
With universal approval: the  
corresponding icon shows the  
top tether attachment point.  
Position  
Icon  
Meaning  
The corresponding icon shows  
the fixtures for the lower ISO-  
FIX anchors or i-Size mount-  
ing.  
Fixtures for lower anchors  
General  
Note the following when fitting child restraint  
systems with integrated safety belt to the  
mounts for the lower anchors:  
The total weight of the child and child restraint  
system must not exceed 33 kg, 73 lbs.  
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Child restraint systems with  
upper restraint strap  
General  
When attaching child restraint systems to the  
upper attachment points, observe the informa-  
tion, operating and safety instructions of the  
child restraint system manufacturer.  
The fixtures for the lower anchors are located  
behind the marked covers. To expose the an-  
chorage points, open the flaps upwards.  
Safety information  
WARNING  
Before fitting child restraint systems  
If the upper retaining strap is used incorrectly  
on the child restraint system, the protective  
effect will be reduced. There is a danger of  
injury. Make sure that the upper retaining  
strap is not twisted and is not routed to the  
upper attachment point over sharp edges.  
Pull the seat belt away from the area of the  
child seat mountings.  
Fitting child restraint systems  
1. Install child restraint system, see the manu-  
facturer's instructions.  
2. Make sure that the child restraint system  
attachment correctly engages in the lower  
anchor on both sides.  
WARNING  
If the rear seat backrest is not locked, the  
protective effect of the child restraint system  
will be restricted or lost. The rear seat back-  
rest may fold forward in certain situations, for  
example in the event of braking manoeuvre  
or an accident. There is a danger of injury or  
danger to life. Make sure that the rear seat  
backrests are locked.  
With comfort seats in the rear: fitting  
child restraint systems  
To facilitate installation, make additional set-  
tings if necessary:  
1. Tilt the backrest back slightly.  
2. Install child restraint system, see the manu-  
facturer's instructions.  
3. Make sure that the child restraint system  
attachment correctly engages in the lower  
anchor on both sides.  
WARNING  
The mounts for the lower anchors and the  
attachment points for child restraint systems  
are intended for attaching child restraint sys-  
tems only. If other objects are attached, the  
mounts or attachment points can be dam-  
aged. There is a danger of injury or material  
damage. Only attach child restraint systems  
to the corresponding mounts for the lower  
anchors or the attachment points.  
4. After installation, adjust the backrest for-  
wards slightly, so that the child restraint  
system rests lightly against the backrest.  
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Attachment points for upper  
retaining strap  
Attaching the upper retaining strap  
to the attachment point  
1. Move the seat of the second-row seating to  
the base position.  
Icon  
Meaning  
Adjusting the base position, see page 114.  
2. Raise head restraint if necessary.  
The corresponding icon shows  
the top tether eyelet.  
3. Guide the upper retaining strap between  
or along both sides of the head restraint  
mounts to the attachment point.  
4. Guide the retaining strap between the seat  
backrest and the luggage compartment  
cover.  
5. Attach the hook of the retaining strap to the  
attachment point.  
6. Pull the retaining strap taut.  
Suitable seats for child  
restraint systems  
Depending on the equipment, there are two or  
three attachment points for the upper retaining  
strap of child restraint systems.  
General  
The legal provisions determining which child  
seat is permitted for which age and body size  
may vary from country to country. Please com-  
ply with the relevant national legal provisions.  
Routing the retaining strap  
Additional information is available from an au-  
thorised Service Partner or another qualified  
Service Partner or a specialist workshop.  
For detailed information about using child re-  
straint systems:  
Seats for child restraint systems, see  
page 434.  
1
Direction of travel  
2
3
4
5
6
Head restraint  
Seats and child restraint systems  
The following section provides information on  
which child restraint system is suitable for  
which seat in the vehicle.  
Hook of the upper retaining strap  
Attachment point  
Seat backrest  
Left-hand drive vehicles, seats:  
Upper retaining strap  
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Seat  
Airbag, front Mounting  
passenger  
1
3 a)  
ON only for-  
ward-facing  
child restraint  
system  
OFF only  
rearward fac-  
ing child re-  
straint sys-  
tem  
4, 6 b)  
5 c, d)  
f)  
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Seat  
Airbag, front Mounting  
passenger  
7, 9 e)  
a) Move the front passenger seat as far back as it will go and adjust it to the highest position.  
Then adjust the angle of the backrest to achieve the best possible belt routing.  
b) When using child restraint systems on the rear seats, adjust the longitudinal direction of the  
front seat if necessary and, if possible and necessary, adjust or remove the head restraint of the  
rear seat.  
c) Only use the outer seats if the seat belt buckles are easily accessible.  
d) The seat is not suitable for child restraint systems with a support stand.  
e) When using child restraint systems in the third-row seating, move the second-row seating  
forwards and lock the backrest in the folded-down position.  
f) Depending on the equipment or national-market version.  
Right-hand drive vehicle, seats:  
Seat  
Airbag, front Mounting  
passenger  
1 a)  
ON only for-  
ward-facing  
child restraint  
system  
OFF only  
rearward fac-  
ing child re-  
straint sys-  
tem  
3
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Airbag, front Mounting  
passenger  
4, 6 b)  
f)  
5 c, d)  
7, 9 e)  
a) Move the front passenger seat as far back as it will go and adjust it to the highest position.  
Then adjust the angle of the backrest to achieve the best possible belt routing.  
b) When using child restraint systems on the rear seats, adjust the longitudinal direction of the  
front seat if necessary and, if possible and necessary, adjust or remove the head restraint of the  
rear seat.  
c) Only use the outer seats if the seat belt buckles are easily accessible.  
d) The seat is not suitable for child restraint systems with a support stand.  
e) When using child restraint systems in the third-row seating, move the second-row seating  
forwards and lock the backrest in the folded-down position.  
f) Depending on the equipment or national-market version.  
Icon  
Meaning  
Icon  
Meaning  
Not suitable for child restraint systems.  
Suitable for ISOFIX child re-  
straint systems.  
Suitable for belted child restraint systems in the  
Universal category.  
Suitable for ISOFIX and i-Size  
child restraint systems.  
Suitable for child restraint systems in the semi-  
universal category if the vehicle and seat are  
given in the list of vehicle types from the manu-  
facturer of the child restraint system.  
Suitable for child restraint sys-  
tems with an upper retaining  
strap.  
The manufacturer of the vehicle recommends  
the following child restraint systems:  
Recommended child seats  
Maxi-Cosi Pebble 360.  
Please comply with the operating and safety  
instructions provided by the child restraint sys-  
tem manufacturer when selecting, attaching  
and using child restraint systems.  
Maxi-Cosi FamilyFix 360 Base.  
With i-Size: Römer TRIFIX 2.  
With ISOFIX: Römer Duo Plus.  
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Maxi-Cosi 2wayPearl & 2wayFix.  
danger to life. Make sure that the rear seat  
backrests are locked.  
Römer KIDFIX series.  
For Australia:Child restraint  
systems  
WARNING  
If the upper retaining strap is used incorrectly  
on the child restraint system, the protective  
effect will be reduced. There is a danger of  
injury. Make sure that the upper retaining  
strap is not twisted and is not routed to the  
upper attachment point over sharp edges.  
General  
In accordance with ADR 34/03, provisions  
have been made to allow installation of a child  
restraint system at each rear seat position.  
The anchoring hooks which belong to the up-  
per restraining strap of the child restraint sys-  
tem - AS 1754, can be applied immediately to  
the relevant mount.  
Attachment points  
Icon  
Meaning  
Please refer strictly to the installation instruc-  
tions supplied with the child restraint system.  
The corresponding icon shows  
the top tether eyelet.  
Each seat position is fitted with a head re-  
straint.  
Safety information  
WARNING  
Anchorages for child restraint systems are  
designed to withstand only those loads im-  
posed by correctly fitted child restraint sys-  
tems. Under no circumstances are they to be  
used for adult seat belts, harnesses or for  
attaching other items or equipment to the ve-  
hicle. After using and removing child restraint  
systems, fold away the anchor brackets if  
necessary.  
Depending on the equipment, there are two  
outer attachment points or three other attach-  
ment points for child restraint systems with  
tether straps.  
WARNING  
If the rear seat backrest is not locked, the  
protective effect of the child restraint system  
will be restricted or lost. The rear seat back-  
rest may fold forward in certain situations, for  
example in the event of braking manoeuvre  
or an accident. There is a danger of injury or  
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Routing the retaining strap  
Securing doors and  
windows in the rear  
General  
In certain situations, for example when carry-  
ing children, it may be advisable to secure the  
rear doors and windows.  
Doors  
1
Direction of travel  
2
3
4
5
6
Head restraint  
Hook of the upper retaining strap  
Attachment point  
Seat backrest  
Upper retaining strap  
Attaching the upper retaining strap  
to the attachment point  
1. Move the seat of the second-row seating to  
the base position, see page 114.  
Push up the locking lever on the rear doors.  
The respective door can now only be opened  
from the outside.  
2. Raise head restraint if necessary.  
Rear safety switch  
3. Guide the upper retaining strap between  
the head restraint mounts or along both  
sides of the head restraint mounts to the  
attachment point.  
Middle seat: raise the head restraint if nec-  
essary by pressing the button on the brack-  
ets. Guide the upper retaining strap be-  
tween the head restraint mounts or along  
both sides of the head restraint mounts to  
the attachment point.  
4. Guide the retaining strap between the seat  
backrest and the luggage compartment  
cover.  
Press the button on the driver's door.  
Different functions are locked and can-  
not be operated in the rear, for exam-  
ple the window lifters.  
5. Attach the hook of the retaining strap to the  
attachment point.  
6. Pull the retaining strap taut.  
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tion of travel and provides assistance when  
driving off.  
Vehicle equipment  
This chapter describes equipment, systems  
and functions which are offered or may be of-  
fered in future on a model-specific basis, even  
if they are not included in the vehicle in ques-  
tion.  
Driving off  
To drive off, press the accelerator pedal.  
The parking brake is automatically released.  
Depending on the vehicle load and driving sit-  
uation or in trailer operation, the vehicle may  
roll backwards a little.  
For further information:  
Vehicle equipment, see page 8.  
Acoustic protection for pedestrians  
Start/Stop button  
Depending on the equipment and national-  
market version, acoustic protection for pedes-  
trians generates continuous driving noise in  
vehicles with electric or electrically assisted  
drives.  
Principle  
Drive-ready state is switched on and off by  
pressing the Start/Stop button.  
With a stationary vehicle and turned on  
drive-ready state as soon as the selector  
lever position P is exited.  
General  
Drive-ready state is switched on by pressing  
the Start/Stop button with the brake applied.  
With electric driving up to 30 km/h/20 mph.  
A loudspeaker system plays the noise outside  
the vehicle. As a result, other road users, for  
example pedestrians or cyclists, can detect the  
vehicle better.  
Pressing the Start/Stop button again switches  
drive-ready state off again and standby state  
is switched on.  
For further information:  
Drive-ready state, see page 48.  
Standby state, see page 47.  
Automatic Start/Stop  
function  
Driving off  
1. Switch on drive-ready state.  
2. Select the drive position.  
3. Drive off.  
Principle  
The Automatic Start/Stop function helps you  
to save fuel. It does this by switching off the  
engine when the vehicle stops, for example  
in congestion or at traffic lights. Drive-ready  
state remains switched on. For driving off, the  
engine starts automatically.  
When stopping  
Selector lever positions D, S or R  
On uphill gradients, the system prevents the  
vehicle from rolling against the selected direc-  
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Functional limitations  
General  
The engine is not shut down automatically in  
the following situations:  
Each time the engine is started via the Start/  
Stop button, the Automatic Start/Stop function  
is switched to standby.  
On a steep downhill gradient.  
The function is activated at low speeds.  
The brake pedal has not been pressed hard  
enough.  
Engine shutdown  
When the outside temperature is high and  
the automatic air conditioning is switched  
on.  
Operating requirements  
The engine is automatically shut down when  
stationary when the following conditions are  
met:  
Interior is not heated or cooled to the de-  
sired temperature.  
Where there is a risk of condensation when  
the automatic air conditioning is switched  
on.  
Selector lever in selector lever position D.  
Brake pedal remains pressed while the ve-  
hicle is at a standstill or the vehicle is kept  
stationary by Automatic Hold.  
Engine or other parts are not at operating  
temperature.  
Driver's seat belt fastened or driver's door  
closed.  
Engine cooling is required.  
Sharp steering wheel angle or steering op-  
eration.  
Manual engine shutdown  
If the engine was not switched off automati-  
cally when the vehicle came to a stop, it can be  
switched off manually:  
Vehicle battery charge state very low.  
At high altitudes.  
The bonnet is unlocked.  
Hill Descent Control is activated.  
Park Assist is activated.  
Rapidly press the brake pedal from the cur-  
rent position.  
Engage selector lever in position P.  
For stop-and-go traffic.  
If all the operating requirements have been  
met, the engine is stopped.  
Selector lever position in N, S or R.  
After reversing.  
When using fuel with high ethanol content.  
Air conditioning when the vehicle is  
parked  
The amount of air of the air conditioning is  
reduced when the engine is not running.  
Engine start  
Operating requirements  
For driving off, the engine starts automatically  
under the following conditions:  
Display in the instrument cluster  
The display in the instrument  
cluster indicates that the Au-  
tomatic Start/Stop function is  
ready for automatic engine start.  
By releasing the brake pedal.  
With Automatic Hold activated: press the  
accelerator pedal.  
Driving off  
Accelerate as usual after starting the engine.  
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After an automatic shut down, the engine will  
not restart automatically if one of the following  
conditions is met:  
Without mild hybrid technology: via  
button  
Driver's seat belt unfastened and driver's  
door open.  
Bonnet has been unlocked.  
Several indicator lights illuminate for various  
lengths of time.  
The engine can only be started using the Start/  
Stop button.  
Press the key.  
System limits  
Even if you do not want to drive off, the en-  
gine restarts automatically in the following sit-  
uations:  
LED illuminates: Automatic Start/  
Stop function is deactivated.  
The LED is off: Automatic Start/Stop func-  
tion is activated.  
In case of excessive warming of the interior  
when the air conditioning function is turned  
on.  
Without mild hybrid technology: via  
iDrive  
In case of excessive cooling of the interior  
when the heating is turned on.  
1.  
Apps menu  
2. "Vehicle apps"  
Where there is a risk of condensation when  
the automatic air conditioning is switched  
on.  
3. "Driving settings"  
4. "Drivetrain and chassis"  
5. "Auto Start/Stop"  
Without mild hybrid technology:  
In case of a steering operation.  
6. Select the desired setting.  
When changing the selector lever position  
from D or P.  
Via selector lever position  
The Automatic Start/Stop function is also de-  
activated in selector lever position S.  
In case of seriously discharged vehicle bat-  
tery.  
When starting an oil level measurement.  
Via Driving Experience Control  
The Automatic Start/Stop function is also de-  
activated in the SPORT drive mode of Driving  
Experience Control.  
Manually deactivating the system  
Principle  
The engine is not switched off automatically.  
During an automatic engine shutdown, the en-  
gine is started.  
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Parking the vehicle during  
automatic engine shutdown  
Safety information  
During an automatic engine shutdown, the ve-  
hicle can be parked safely, for example in order  
to exit it.  
WARNING  
An unsecured vehicle can start moving and  
roll away. There is a risk of accident. Before  
leaving the vehicle, secure the vehicle against  
rolling away by, for example, applying the  
parking brake.  
1. Press the Start/Stop button.  
Drive-ready state is switched off.  
Standby state is switched on.  
Selector lever position P is automatically  
engaged.  
Selector lever positions  
2. Apply the parking brake.  
D Drive position  
Selector lever position for all normal driving.  
All gears for driving forwards are selected au-  
tomatically.  
Automatic deactivation  
In certain situations the Automatic Start/Stop  
function is deactivated automatically for safety  
reasons, for example if the absence of the  
driver is detected.  
R reverse gear  
Only engage selector lever position R when the  
vehicle is stationary.  
Malfunction  
The Automatic Start/Stop function no longer  
shuts down the engine automatically. A Check  
Control message is shown. It is possible to  
continue driving. Have the system checked by  
an authorised Service Partner or another quali-  
fied Service Partner or a specialist workshop.  
N Neutral  
In selector lever position N, the vehicle can be  
pushed or can roll without drivetrain, for exam-  
ple in car washes.  
P Park  
Steptronic transmission  
General  
Selector lever position once the vehicle is  
parked, for example. In selector lever posi-  
tion P, the transmission blocks the drivetrain.  
Principle  
The Steptronic transmission is the vehicle's  
automatic transmission. With the shift paddle,  
there is the option of changing gear manually if  
required.  
Only engage selector lever position P when the  
vehicle is stationary.  
P is engaged automatically  
Selector lever position P is automatically en-  
gaged in situations such as the following:  
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After switching off the drive-ready state  
when selector lever position R, D, or S is  
engaged.  
The selector lever returns to the centre po-  
sition when released.  
After switching off the standby state when  
selector lever position N is engaged.  
While the vehicle is at a standstill and se-  
lector lever position D, S, or R is engaged,  
the driver's seat belt is unfastened, the driv-  
er's door is opened and the brake is not  
depressed.  
Before exiting the vehicle, make sure that se-  
lector lever position P is engaged and the  
parking brake is engaged. The vehicle could  
otherwise start to move.  
Engaging selector lever position P  
For further information:  
Parking brake, see page 147.  
Engaging selector lever positions  
General  
Apply the brake until ready to drive off, other-  
wise the vehicle will move when drive position  
or reverse gear is selected.  
Press button P.  
The transmission lock is engaged.  
Operating requirements  
The selector lever will only move from posi-  
tion P to another selector lever position if drive-  
ready state is switched on and the brake is  
pressed.  
Rolling or pushing the vehicle  
General  
In some situations, the vehicle may need to roll  
a short distance without drivetrain, for example  
in a conveyor car wash, or when being pushed.  
It may not be possible to move out of selector  
lever position P until all technical conditions  
are met.  
Engaging selector lever position N  
Engaging selector lever position D, N,  
R
1. Fasten the driver's seat belt.  
NOTICE  
The selector lever position P is automatically  
engaged when standby state is switched off.  
The wheels are locked. There is a risk of  
material damage. Do not switch off standby  
state if the vehicle is to roll, e.g. in conveyor  
car washes.  
2. Tilt or pull the selector lever into the desired  
direction, past a resistance point, if needed.  
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Activating the Sport programme  
1. Switch on drive-ready state while pressing  
the brake.  
2. If necessary, release the parking brake and  
switch off Automatic Hold.  
3. Press the brake.  
4. Engage selector lever position N.  
5. Switch off drive-ready state.  
Standby state then remains switched on  
and a Check Control message is shown.  
The vehicle can now roll.  
Pull the selector lever out of selector lever po-  
sition D to D/S.  
Selector lever position P is automatically en-  
gaged after approximately 35 minutes.  
The gear selected is displayed in the instru-  
ment cluster, for example S1.  
If there is a fault, it may not be possible to  
change the selector lever position.  
The Sport programme of the transmission is  
activated.  
Unlock the parking lock electronically if neces-  
sary.  
For further information:  
Ending Sport programme  
Pull the selector lever to D/S.  
Unlocking the parking lock electronically, see  
page 143.  
D is shown in the instrument cluster.  
Kickdown  
Kickdown is used to achieve maximum per-  
formance.  
Displays in the instrument cluster  
The selector lever position is  
displayed, for example P.  
Press the accelerator pedal down beyond the  
regular full-throttle position; some resistance  
will be felt.  
Sport programme S  
Unlocking the parking lock  
electronically  
Principle  
In the Sport programme, the gear shift points  
and gear shift times are configured for more  
sporty driving. For example, the transmission  
shifts up later and the gearshift times are  
shorter.  
General  
Unlock the transmission lock electronically, e.g.  
to manoeuvre the vehicle out of a danger area  
in the event of a fault.  
Before unlocking the parking lock, secure the  
vehicle to prevent it from rolling away, for ex-  
ample with a chock.  
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Pull and hold the right shift paddle until D is  
shown in the instrument cluster.  
Engaging selector lever position N  
1. Press the Start/Stop button three times  
quickly; do not press the brake when doing  
so.  
While pulling and holding the right shift  
paddle, pull the left shift paddle.  
2. Press the brake.  
Permanent manual mode  
In Sport programme S, pulling a shift paddle  
causes the system to switch permanently to  
manual mode M.  
3. Press the selector lever to position N.  
A corresponding Check Control message is  
shown.  
Position N is displayed on the selector  
lever.  
The gear selected is displayed in the instru-  
ment cluster, for example M1.  
4. Manoeuvre the vehicle out of danger and  
then secure it against rolling away.  
It is possible to change to automatic mode:  
Pull and hold the right shift paddle until S is  
shown in the instrument cluster.  
Shift paddles  
While pulling and holding the right shift  
paddle, pull the left shift paddle.  
Pull the selector lever to D/S.  
Principle  
If M2 is set manually while the vehicle is sta-  
tionary, the transmission will no longer shift  
back to M1. These shift characteristics are re-  
tained until M1 is engaged manually or manual  
mode M is exited.  
The shift paddles on the steering wheel enable  
the gears to be changed manually.  
General  
Gearshift  
Shifting gears  
Gear shifting is only carried out at the appro-  
priate rotational speed and vehicle speed.  
Even in manual mode, the transmission  
switches automatically in certain situa-  
tions, e.g. when speed limits are reached.  
Temporary manual mode  
In selector lever position D, pulling a shift pad-  
dle causes the system to switch to manual  
mode temporarily.  
To shift up: pull the right shift paddle.  
To shift down: pull the left shift paddle.  
The gear selected is also displayed in the in-  
strument cluster, for example D1.  
The gear selected appears briefly in the instru-  
ment cluster, followed by the gear currently in  
use.  
The transmission reverts to automatic mode  
from manual mode after a certain period of  
time of moderate driving without acceleration  
or gear shifts using the shift paddles.  
It is possible to change to automatic mode:  
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For further information:  
Advanced mode  
Running in, see page 338.  
General  
Operating requirements  
Depending on the equipment, the Steptronic  
transmission offers an advanced mode with  
adapted shift characteristics.  
Launch Control is available when the engine  
is at operating temperature. The engine is at  
operating temperature after an uninterrupted  
journey of at least 10 km, 6 miles.  
Automatic downshift to the lowest possible  
gear.  
If the left shift paddle is pulled and held, the  
Steptronic transmission automatically shifts  
down to the lowest possible gear.  
Start up with Launch Control  
1. Switch on drive-ready state.  
Avoid automatic upshifting in manual  
mode.  
2.  
Press the button.  
The Steptronic transmission does not shift  
up automatically in manual mode when  
speed limits are reached.  
3. Activate TRACTION on the control display.  
4. Engage selector lever position S.  
5. Press the brake firmly with the left foot.  
There is no downshift for kickdown.  
6. Press the accelerator pedal down beyond  
the resistance at the full-throttle position  
and hold, kickdown.  
Activating advanced mode  
Advanced mode is active in manual mode  
A destination flag is shown in the instru-  
ment cluster.  
when Dynamic Stability Control is deactivated.  
Depending on the equipment, the advanced  
mode can also be activated in manual mode  
as follows:  
7. The engine speed for pulling away is adjus-  
ted. Wait briefly until the engine speed is  
constant. Keep the accelerator pedal in this  
position.  
"SPORT PLUS": drive mode is selected.  
Dynamic Traction Control is activated.  
8. Release the brake within 3 seconds of the  
destination flag illuminating.  
Launch Control  
The vehicle accelerates.  
Upshifts are automatic as long as the desti-  
nation flag is displayed and the accelerator  
pedal is not released.  
Principle  
When the ambient conditions are dry, Launch  
Control permits optimised acceleration on a  
road surface that offers plenty of grip.  
Using again during a journey  
Once Launch Control has been used, the  
transmission requires a short time to cool  
down before Launch Control can be used  
again. Launch Control adapts to the ambient  
conditions when used again.  
General  
Using Launch Control causes premature com-  
ponent wear, as this feature subjects the vehi-  
cle to very high stresses and loads.  
When driving off with Launch Control, do not  
turn the steering wheel.  
Do not use Launch Control when running in.  
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After using Launch Control  
To support driving stability, re-activate Dy-  
namic Stability Control as soon as possible.  
Deactivating manually  
Pull and hold the right shift paddle until  
SPRINT is no longer shown in the instru-  
ment cluster.  
System limits  
An experienced driver may be able to achieve  
better acceleration values in DSC OFF mode  
without Launch Control.  
While pulling and holding the right shift  
paddle, pull the left shift paddle.  
Press the selector lever from position S to  
position D.  
Steptronic sport  
transmission: sprint function  
Driving Experience Control  
Principle  
The Driving Experience Control influences,  
among other things, the characteristics of the  
driving dynamics of the vehicle.  
Principle  
Depending on the equipment, the sprint func-  
tion can be used when the driver is about to  
accelerate. The sprint function prepares the  
drivetrain for the acceleration.  
Various drive modes allow the vehicle to be  
adapted to suit the situation.  
General  
General  
The following systems are influenced, for ex-  
ample:  
Activating the sprint function makes the vehi-  
cle's response characteristics more dynamic.  
Drivetrain.  
Activating  
1. Pull and hold the left shift paddle until  
SPRINT is shown in the instrument cluster.  
Suspension.  
Steering.  
Display in the instrument cluster.  
Cruise Control.  
The transmission changes down to the  
lowest possible gear and switches to  
manual mode M.  
Overview  
A dynamic setting is activated for the  
drivetrain.  
Buttons in the vehicle  
2. Change gears manually.  
Deactivating automatically  
The sprint function ends automatically if the  
vehicle is driven moderately for a certain  
amount of time.  
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ECO PRO  
Button  
Drive mode  
The ECO PRO drive mode provides a con-  
sumption-optimised setting.  
SPORT  
SPORT PLUS  
SPORT INDIVIDUAL  
INDIVIDUAL configuration  
COMFORT  
General  
For some drive modes there is another individ-  
ually adjustable mode.  
ECO PRO  
The most recent custom configuration is acti-  
vated when the drive mode is called up again.  
ECO PRO INDIVIDUAL  
Displays in the instrument cluster  
Configuring and resetting  
The selected drive mode is  
shown in the instrument cluster.  
For example, ECO PRO INDIVIDUAL drive  
mode:  
1.  
Apps menu  
2. "Vehicle apps"  
3. "Driving settings"  
Activating/deactivating the drive  
mode  
Press the button of the desired drive mode  
repeatedly until the desired drive mode is dis-  
played in the instrument cluster.  
4. "Drivetrain and chassis"  
5. "ECO PRO INDIVIDUAL"  
6. Select the desired setting.  
To reset ECO PRO INDIVIDUAL to the default  
setting:  
When the drive mode is changed, the current  
drive mode is deactivated.  
"Reset to ECO PRO STANDARD"  
Activating INDIVIDUAL  
Press the button of the desired drive mode  
several times.  
Drive modes in detail  
COMFORT  
The COMFORT drive mode is a balanced  
setting between sporty and consumption-opti-  
mised driving.  
Parking brake  
Principle  
SPORT  
The parking brake is used to prevent the vehi-  
cle from rolling away when it is parked.  
The SPORT drive mode is a dynamic setting  
for greater agility with an optimised suspen-  
sion.  
SPORT PLUS  
The SPORT PLUS drive mode is a dynamic  
setting for maximum agility with an adapted  
drivetrain.  
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Overview  
Button in the vehicle  
WARNING  
An unsecured vehicle can start moving and  
roll away. There is a risk of accident. Before  
leaving the vehicle, secure the vehicle against  
rolling away.  
Observe the following to ensure that the vehi-  
cle is secured against rolling away:  
Apply the parking brake.  
Turn the front wheels towards the kerb  
on uphill or downhill gradient.  
Parking brake  
Additionally secure the vehicle on uphill  
or downhill gradient, for example with a  
chock.  
Applying the parking brake  
When the vehicle is stationary  
WARNING  
Unsupervised children or pets in the vehicle  
can set the vehicle in motion and endanger  
themselves or other road users, for example  
by the following actions:  
Pull the switch.  
The LED is illuminated.  
The indicator light in the instrument  
cluster is illuminated red.  
Pressing the Start/Stop button.  
Releasing the parking brake.  
The parking brake is engaged.  
Opening and closing doors or windows.  
Engaging selector lever position N.  
Operating vehicle equipment.  
While driving  
The parking brake can be used as an emer-  
gency braking function while driving:  
There is a risk of accident or injury. Do not  
leave children or pets unsupervised in the ve-  
hicle. When leaving the vehicle, take the vehi-  
cle key with you and lock the vehicle.  
Pull and hold the switch. The vehicle  
brakes hard for as long as the switch is  
pulled.  
The indicator light in the instrument  
cluster is illuminated red, a signal  
sounds and the brake lights illuminate.  
A Check Control message is shown.  
Apply the parking brake when the vehicle is  
stationary.  
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automatically  
1. Switch on standby state.  
In some situations, the parking brake is en-  
gaged automatically, for example, by Auto-  
matic Hold.  
2.  
Pull the switch with the brake ap-  
plied or the selector lever in position P and  
then press it.  
In selector lever position N, the parking brake  
will not be engaged automatically.  
The procedure can take a few seconds. Any  
sounds that occur are normal.  
The indicator light extinguishes as  
soon as the parking brake is opera-  
tional again.  
Release the parking brake  
Releasing the parking brake manually  
1. Switch on drive-ready state.  
Automatic Hold  
2.  
Press the switch with the brake ap-  
plied or the selector lever in position P.  
Principle  
The LED and the indicator light go out.  
The parking brake is released.  
Automatic Hold provides assistance by auto-  
matically applying and releasing the brake, for  
example in stop-and-go traffic.  
Releasing the parking brake  
automatically  
The parking brake is automatically released on  
when you drive off.  
The vehicle is held automatically when at a  
standstill.  
On upward gradients, it prevents the vehicle  
from rolling back when driving off.  
The LED and the indicator light go out.  
General  
Malfunction  
If a parking brake has failed or malfunctioned,  
secure the vehicle to prevent it from rolling  
away before leaving the vehicle.  
The parking brake is released automatically  
when the following conditions are met:  
Drive-ready state is switched off.  
If the drivers door is open for more than  
one second and no pedal is pressed during  
this time.  
A Check Control message is shown.  
After getting out, secure the vehicle to prevent  
it from rolling away, for example with a chock.  
If the moving vehicle is brought to a stand-  
still with the parking brake.  
After an open circuit  
To restore the operability of the parking brake  
after a power failure, an initialisation may be  
required.  
Safety information  
WARNING  
An unsecured vehicle can start moving and  
roll away. There is a risk of accident. Before  
leaving the vehicle, secure the vehicle against  
rolling away.  
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Observe the following to ensure that the vehi-  
cle is secured against rolling away:  
Activate Automatic Hold  
1. Switch on drive-ready state.  
Apply the parking brake.  
Turn the front wheels towards the kerb  
on uphill or downhill gradient.  
2.  
Press the button.  
The LED is illuminated.  
Additionally secure the vehicle on uphill  
or downhill gradient, for example with a  
chock.  
The indicator light illuminates green.  
Automatic Hold is activated.  
When the vehicle is restarted, the last  
selected setting is retained.  
WARNING  
Unsupervised children or pets in the vehicle  
can set the vehicle in motion and endanger  
themselves or other road users, for example  
by the following actions:  
Automatic Hold holds the vehicle  
Automatic Hold is activated and the drivers  
door is closed.  
Pressing the Start/Stop button.  
Releasing the parking brake.  
Once the vehicle has stopped, it is au-  
tomatically secured from rolling away  
once the indicator light lights up green.  
Opening and closing doors or windows.  
Engaging selector lever position N.  
Operating vehicle equipment.  
Driving off  
To drive off, press the accelerator pedal.  
There is a risk of accident or injury. Do not  
leave children or pets unsupervised in the ve-  
hicle. When leaving the vehicle, take the vehi-  
cle key with you and lock the vehicle.  
The brake is released automatically and the  
parking brake indicator light is extinguished.  
Automatic parking brake application  
The parking brake is applied automatically if  
drive-ready state is switched off or the vehicle  
is exited while Automatic Hold is holding the  
vehicle.  
Overview  
Button in the vehicle  
The indicator light changes from green  
to red.  
The parking brake is not applied automatically  
if drive-ready state was switched off while the  
vehicle was rolling to a stop. Automatic Hold is  
temporarily deactivated in this case.  
Deactivate Automatic Hold  
Automatic Hold  
Press the key.  
The LED is extinguished.  
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The indicator light extinguishes.  
Automatic Hold is deactivated.  
Indicating a turn briefly  
Press the lever as far as the resistance point  
and hold it there for as long as you wish to  
indicate a turn.  
If the vehicle is being held by Automatic Hold,  
also depress the brake when deactivating.  
High-beam headlight,  
headlight flasher  
Turn indicators  
Press the lever forwards or pull it back.  
Turn indicator in exterior mirror  
To ensure that the indicator lamps in the ex-  
terior mirrors can be seen, do not fold in the  
exterior mirrors while driving and while the turn  
indicators or hazard warning lights are operat-  
ing.  
Indicating  
High-beam headlight on, arrow 1.  
The high-beam headlight is illuminated  
when the low-beam headlight is switched  
on.  
High-beam headlight off/headlight flasher,  
arrow 2.  
The indicator light in the instrument  
cluster is illuminated when the high-  
beam headlight is switched on.  
Press the lever beyond the resistance point.  
One-touch signalling  
Briefly tap the lever up or down.  
Wiper system  
Safety information  
WARNING  
The duration of the one-touch signalling can  
be set.  
1.  
Apps menu  
2. "Vehicle apps"  
3. "Exterior lighting"  
If the windscreen wipers start moving when  
they are folded away from the windscreen,  
parts of the body may become trapped or the  
vehicle may be damaged. There is a danger  
of injury or material damage. Make sure that  
the vehicle is switched off when the wipers  
4. If necessary, "Additional settings"  
5. "One-touch indicator"  
6. Select the desired setting.  
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are folded away from the windscreen, and  
that the windscreen wipers are in contact  
with the windscreen when switching on.  
When the vehicle is at a standstill, the wip-  
ers switch to normal speed.  
If a journey is interrupted with the wiper sys-  
tem switched on: when the journey is resumed,  
the windscreen wipers continue operating at  
the previous level.  
NOTICE  
The wiper blades can wear out or become  
damaged prematurely when wiping on dry  
glass for longer periods of time. The wiper  
motor may overheat. There is a risk of mate-  
rial damage. Do not use the wipers when the  
glass is dry.  
Switching off the wiper system and  
flick wiping  
NOTICE  
If the wipers are frozen to the windscreen,  
switching them on may cause the wiper  
blades to tear off and the wiper motor to  
overheat. There is a risk of material damage.  
Defrost the windscreen before switching on  
the windscreen wipers.  
Press the lever down.  
To switch off: press lever downwards until  
position 0 is reached.  
To flick wipe: press the lever downwards  
from position 0.  
Switching on the wiper system  
The lever returns to position 0 when re-  
leased.  
Rain sensor  
Principle  
The rain sensor automatically controls the  
wiper operation depending on the rain inten-  
sity.  
Press the lever upwards to the desired posi-  
tion.  
General  
Rest position of the windscreen wipers, po-  
sition 0.  
The sensor is mounted on the windscreen, di-  
rectly in front of the interior mirror.  
Rain sensor, position 1.  
Normal wiper speed, position 2.  
When the vehicle is at a standstill, the wip-  
ers switch to intermittent operation.  
Fast wiper speed, position 3.  
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Upwards: high sensitivity of the rain sensor.  
Safety information  
Downwards: low sensitivity of the rain sen-  
sor.  
NOTICE  
In car washes, the wipers may inadvertently  
start moving if the rain sensor is activated.  
There is a risk of material damage. Deacti-  
vate the rain sensor in car washes.  
Window washer system  
Safety information  
WARNING  
Activating the rain sensor  
At low temperatures, the washer fluid can  
freeze onto the windscreen and restrict visi-  
bility. There is a risk of accident. Only use  
the washer systems if there is no possibility  
of the washer fluid freezing. Use antifreeze  
additive if required.  
NOTICE  
If the washer fluid reservoir is empty, the  
washer pump cannot operate as intended.  
There is a risk of material damage. Do not  
use the washer system with the washer fluid  
reservoir empty.  
Press the lever upwards once from position 0,  
arrow 1.  
Wiping is started.  
The LED in the wiper lever is illuminated.  
If there is frost, wiping may not start.  
Cleaning the windscreen  
Deactivating the rain sensor  
Press the lever back to position 0.  
Adjusting the sensitivity of the rain  
sensor  
Pull the lever.  
The washer fluid is sprayed onto the wind-  
screen and the windscreen wipers are turned  
on briefly.  
Turn the knurled wheel to adjust the sensitivity  
of the rain sensor.  
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Windscreen washer jets  
Safety information  
The windscreen washer jets are automatically  
heated when standby state is switched on.  
WARNING  
If the windscreen wipers start moving when  
they are folded away from the windscreen,  
parts of the body may become trapped or the  
vehicle may be damaged. There is a danger  
of injury or material damage. Make sure that  
the vehicle is switched off when the wipers  
are folded away from the windscreen, and  
that the windscreen wipers are in contact  
with the windscreen when switching on.  
Rear wiper  
Switching on rear wiper  
NOTICE  
If the wipers are frozen to the windscreen,  
switching them on may cause the wiper  
blades to tear off and the wiper motor to  
overheat. There is a risk of material damage.  
Defrost the windscreen before switching on  
the windscreen wipers.  
Turn the outer switch upwards.  
Rest position of the windscreen wiper, posi-  
tion 0.  
Intermittent operation, arrow 1. Engaging  
reverse gear activates continuous opera-  
tion.  
Cleaning the rear window  
Turn the outer switch in the desired direction.  
In rest position: turn the switch downwards,  
arrow 3. The switch returns to the rest posi-  
tion when released.  
In intermittent operation: turn the switch  
further, arrow 2. The switch returns to the  
intermittent position when released.  
The function is deactivated if the washer fluid  
filling level in the reservoir is low.  
Windscreen wipers fold-out position  
Principle  
The wipers can be folded out from the wind-  
screen in the fold-out position. This is neces-  
sary for example when replacing the wiper  
blades or to keep them away from the wind-  
screen when there is frost.  
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Folding out the windscreen wipers  
1. Switch on standby state.  
2. Press the wiper lever down and hold until  
the windscreen wipers stop in an approxi-  
mately vertical position.  
3. Lift the windscreen wipers completely away  
from the windscreen.  
Folding down the windscreen wipers  
1. Fold the windscreen wipers fully down onto  
the windscreen.  
2. Switch on standby state and press and  
hold the wiper lever down again.  
The windscreen wipers move back to the  
rest position and are operational once  
again.  
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Service Partner or another qualified Service  
Partner or a specialist workshop.  
Vehicle equipment  
This chapter describes equipment, systems  
and functions which are offered or may be of-  
fered in future on a model-specific basis, even  
if they are not included in the vehicle in ques-  
tion.  
Overview  
For further information:  
Vehicle equipment, see page 8.  
Instrument cluster  
Principle  
Instrument cluster  
The instrument cluster comprises various digi-  
tal displays, such as speedometer, time, range,  
temperature displays or indicator and warning  
lights.  
Indication ranges in the instrument  
cluster  
General  
The layout of the instrument cluster adapts  
to the respective drive mode. The positions of  
some displays may vary, e.g. the selector lever  
indication.  
The displays in the instrument cluster can  
sometimes differ from the illustrations in the  
Owner's Handbook.  
1
Speedometer  
2
Driver assistance systems 232  
Parking assistance systems 263  
Driver Attention Camera 224  
Check Control 166  
Safety information  
3
4
WARNING  
If the displays in the instrument cluster fail,  
the vehicle must not be used. There is a risk  
of accident or material damage. Immediately  
park the vehicle safely. If drive-ready state is  
switched off and on again, the malfunction  
may rectified and it is possible to continue  
driving. If the malfunction cannot be rectified,  
have the system checked by an authorised  
Selector lever indication 141  
Optimum shift indicator 168  
Selection lists 167  
5
6
Power display 168  
Revolution counter 169  
Engine temperature 169  
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Select the menu using the arrow buttons on  
the steering wheel as necessary.  
7
Outside temperature 170  
Central display area 170  
Shift Lights 170  
8
3. Select the required setting using the  
knurled wheel on the steering wheel.  
9
Drive mode 146  
10 Speed Limit Info 232  
Speed Limit Assist 255  
11 Time 174  
Settings  
Individual displays can be set individually, e.g.  
a second actual speed.  
12 Fuel level indicator 174  
Range 174  
1.  
Apps menu  
2. "Vehicle apps"  
3. "Displays"  
For further information:  
4. "Instrument cluster"  
5. Select the desired setting.  
Indicator and warning lights, see page 159  
Operating elements on the steering  
wheel  
Live Vehicle  
Operating  
element  
Function  
Principle  
Live Vehicle is a virtual representation of your  
own vehicle with different information, e.g. ve-  
hicle status or energy flow indicators.  
Display the menu bar in the in-  
strument cluster.  
Press the corresponding arrow  
button to move the selection.  
General  
Depending on the driving situation, suitable  
information is shown on the control display.  
Fault statuses are not taken into account.  
Turn the knurled wheel: scroll  
the selection up or down.  
Press the knurled wheel: con-  
firm the selection.  
Adaptive content  
The following is displayed in alternating order  
and, if applicable, depending on the selected  
drive mode:  
Configuring the layout  
In COMFORT drive mode, the layout can be  
individually configured and displayed in the in-  
strument cluster.  
Vehicle status, see page 175.  
Current driving condition, see page 175.  
Sport displays, see page 176.  
Trip data, see page 171.  
1.  
Press the button on the steering  
xOFFROAD display, see page 297.  
wheel.  
A menu bar is displayed in the instrument  
cluster.  
Static content  
The following content can be displayed contin-  
uously on the control display regardless of the  
driving situation and set drive mode.  
2. "LAYOUT"  
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Vehicle status.  
Overview  
Trip data.  
xVIEW display, see page 228.  
xOFFROAD display.  
Configuring the display  
In the Live Vehicle menu, it is possible to  
choose between an adaptive display and static  
content.  
1.  
Apps menu  
The head-up display displays are projected  
onto the windscreen by a protective glass. The  
protective glass is located between the steer-  
ing wheel and the windscreen.  
2. "Vehicle apps"  
3. "Live Vehicle"  
4. "Content"  
5. Select the desired setting.  
Configuring a view  
The views for the Head-up display can be set  
independently of the display in the instrument  
cluster, for e.g. a reduced view.  
BMW Head-up display  
Principle  
The Head-up display projects important infor-  
mation in the driver's field of view, for example  
the speed.  
1.  
Press the button on the steering  
wheel.  
A menu bar is displayed in the instrument  
cluster.  
General  
2. "HEAD-UP"  
Depending on the equipment: the height of the  
Head-up display can be saved with the mem-  
ory function.  
Select the menu using the arrow buttons on  
the steering wheel as necessary.  
3. Select the required setting using the  
knurled wheel on the steering wheel.  
Follow the instructions on cleaning the head-  
up display in the Care chapter.  
Display  
Turning the Head-up display on/off  
1.  
Apps menu  
2. "Vehicle apps"  
3. "Displays"  
4. "Head-up display"  
5. "Head-up display"  
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separately, for instance information on driver  
assistance.  
Overview  
The following information is displayed in the  
Head-up display:  
1.  
Apps menu  
Speed.  
2. "Vehicle apps"  
Navigation instructions.  
Check Control messages.  
Sport displays.  
3. "Displays"  
4. "Head-up display"  
5. Select the desired setting.  
Shift Lights.  
Special windscreen  
The windscreen is an integral part of the sys-  
tem.  
Efficiency Coach.  
Lists and messages.  
Driver assistance systems.  
The shape and coating of the special wind-  
screen enable the system to function.  
Some of this information is only shown briefly  
when needed.  
In the event of damage, have the special wind-  
screen replaced by an authorised Service Part-  
ner or another qualified Service Partner or a  
specialist workshop.  
Visibility of the display  
The visibility of the information shown on  
the Head-up display can be affected by the  
following:  
Seat position.  
Indicator and warning lights  
Objects on the protective glass of the head-  
up display.  
Principle  
Dust or dirt on the protective glass of the  
head-up display.  
The indicator and warning lights in the instru-  
ment cluster display the status of some func-  
tions in the vehicle. The indicator and warning  
lights indicate faults in monitored systems.  
Dirt on the inside or outside of the wind-  
screen.  
Sunglasses with certain polarisation filters.  
Wet roads.  
General  
The indicator and warning lights can be illumi-  
nated in various combinations and colours.  
Adverse lighting conditions.  
If the image is distorted, have the default set-  
tings checked by an authorised Service Partner  
or another qualified Service Partner or a spe-  
cialist workshop.  
When switching on drive-ready state, the func-  
tionality of some lights is checked and they  
illuminate briefly.  
Red lights  
Settings  
Individual settings can be entered for the  
Head-up display, for example for the height,  
brightness or illustration. In addition, individual  
displays in the Head-up display can be set up  
Seat belt warning  
Seat belt is not buckled.  
For further information:  
Seat belt warning, see page 118.  
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Front-collision warning, see page 192.  
Airbag system  
Warning light is illuminated briefly: this  
indicates that the entire airbag system  
and seat belt tensioners are opera-  
Pedestrian warning  
Warning light is illuminated: risk of colli-  
sion with a person has been detected.  
Increased awareness is required.  
tional when the vehicle is switched on.  
The warning light is illuminated continuously:  
there is a malfunction. Have the system  
checked immediately by an authorised Service  
Partner or another qualified Service Partner or  
a specialist workshop.  
Warning light flashes and a signal sounds: col-  
lision with a person is imminent. Intervene im-  
mediately yourself according to the situation.  
For further information:  
For further information:  
Airbags, see page 187.  
Warning function for pedestrians, see  
page 198.  
Parking brake  
Collision Warning  
The parking brake is engaged.  
For further information:  
Warning light is illuminated: risk of col-  
lision, for example with a vehicle. In-  
creased awareness is required.  
Parking brake, see page 147.  
Warning light flashes and a signal sounds: col-  
lision with a vehicle is imminent. Intervene im-  
mediately yourself according to the situation.  
Brake system  
Brake pads are worn or there is a fault  
in the brake system.  
For further information:  
Warning function in the rear-end collision sit-  
uation, see page 195.  
The braking force assistance may be  
faulty. A higher pedal force may be required  
during braking.  
Crossroads Warning: vehicle detected  
from the right  
Have the vehicle checked immediately by an  
authorised Service Partner or another qualified  
Service Partner or a specialist workshop.  
Warning light is illuminated: risk of colli-  
sion with crossing vehicle from the right  
has been detected. Increased aware-  
ness is required.  
Emergency Stop Assistant  
The Emergency Stop Assistant is trig-  
gered.  
Warning light flashes and a signal sounds: col-  
lision with a crossing vehicle is imminent. In-  
tervene immediately yourself according to the  
situation.  
For further information:  
Emergency Stop Assistant, see page 216.  
For further information:  
Risk of collision  
Warning function at road junctions, see  
page 199.  
Warning light is illuminated or flashes  
in conjunction with an acoustic signal if  
a collision is imminent.  
For further information:  
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Grab the steering wheel with your hands.  
For further information:  
Crossroads Warning: vehicle detected  
from left  
Assisted Driving Mode, see page 248.  
Warning light is illuminated: risk of colli-  
sion with crossing vehicle from the left  
has been detected. Increased aware-  
ness is required.  
Yellow lights  
Warning light flashes and a signal sounds: col-  
lision with a crossing vehicle is imminent. In-  
tervene immediately yourself according to the  
situation.  
Anti-lock Braking System  
There is a malfunction or the system  
is faulty. The Anti-lock Braking System  
(ABS) is not available.  
For further information:  
Ease of steering may be restricted during full  
braking.  
Warning function at road junctions, see  
page 199.  
Have the vehicle checked immediately by an  
authorised Service Partner or another qualified  
Service Partner or a specialist workshop.  
Distance control  
Warning light flashes and an acous-  
tic signal sounds: brake and perform  
avoidance manoeuvre, if necessary.  
For further information:  
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS), see page 226.  
For further information:  
Brake system  
Distance control, see page 242.  
The brake linings are worn or there is a  
fault in the brake system.  
Assisted Driving Mode  
Have the system checked by an au-  
thorised Service Partner or another qualified  
Service Partner or a specialist workshop.  
The warning light flashes and a signal  
sounds:  
The system is switching off or an inter-  
ruption of the system is imminent.  
Assisted Driving Mode  
For further information:  
The warning light is illuminated and a  
signal sounds: a system interruption is  
imminent.  
Assisted Driving Mode, see page 248.  
Assisted Driving Mode: hands not on  
the steering wheel  
The warning light flashes: a lane boundary has  
been crossed.  
For further information:  
The warning light is illuminated and a  
signal sounds:  
Assisted Driving Mode, see page 248.  
Hands are not holding the steering  
wheel. A system interruption is imminent.  
Assisted Driving Mode: hands not on  
the steering wheel  
The system reduces the speed to a standstill if  
applicable.  
Hands are not holding the steering  
wheel. System remains active.  
The system may possibly not perform any  
supporting steering wheel movements.  
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For further information:  
Flat tyre monitor  
The warning light is illuminated: the flat  
Assisted Driving Mode, see page 248.  
tyre monitor reports a flat tyre or a tyre  
pressure loss.  
Reduce your speed and carefully stop the vehi-  
cle. Avoid heavy braking and sudden steering  
manoeuvres.  
Front-collision warning restricted or  
failed  
Depending on the equipment and na-  
tional-market version: functional limita-  
tion detected, e.g. due to system limi-  
tations of the camera or system failure. It is  
possible to continue driving. Where applicable,  
observe the information from Check Control  
messages.  
For further information:  
Flat Tyre Monitor, see page 380.  
Tyre Pressure Monitor  
The warning light is illuminated: the  
Tyre Pressure Monitor reports a flat  
tyre or a tyre pressure loss. Note the  
information in the Check Control message.  
For further information:  
Front-collision warning, see page 192.  
Warning light flashes and is then illuminated  
continuously: the system is unable to detect  
flat tyres or tyre pressure losses.  
Dynamic Stability Control  
Warning light pulsates: Dynamic Stabil-  
ity Control is regulating the drive and  
brake forces. The vehicle is being sta-  
bilised. Reduce speed and adjust the driving  
style to the road conditions.  
Fault due to systems or devices with the  
same radio frequency: the system is auto-  
matically reactivated upon leaving the field  
of interference.  
For tyres with special approval: the Tyre  
Pressure Monitor was unable to complete  
the reset. Reset the system again.  
Warning light is illuminated: Dynamic Stability  
Control has failed or is initialising. The driving  
stabilisation is restricted or has failed.  
Wheel without wheel electronics is fitted: if  
necessary have it checked by an authorised  
Service Partner or another qualified Service  
Partner or a specialist workshop.  
If the warning light is continuously illuminated,  
have the system checked immediately by an  
authorised Service Partner or another qualified  
Service Partner or a specialist workshop.  
Malfunction: have the system checked by  
an authorised Service Partner or another  
qualified Service Partner or a specialist  
workshop.  
For further information:  
Dynamic Stability Control, see page 226.  
Dynamic Stability Control deactivated  
or Dynamic Traction Control activated  
For further information:  
Tyre Pressure Monitor, see page 373.  
Dynamic Stability Control is deactivated  
or Dynamic Traction Control is activa-  
ted.  
Steering system  
The steering system may be faulty.  
For further information:  
Have the system checked by an au-  
thorised Service Partner or another  
Dynamic Stability Control, see page 226.  
Dynamic Traction Control, see page 228.  
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shop.  
Rear fog light  
Rear fog light is switched on.  
For further information:  
For further information:  
Integral Active Steering, see page 230.  
Rear fog light, see page 184.  
Engine warning light  
Acoustic protection for pedestrians  
Engine malfunction.  
Acoustic protection for pedestrians has  
failed. Increased caution when ma-  
noeuvring.  
Have the vehicle checked by an author-  
ised Service Partner or another quali-  
fied Service Partner or a specialist workshop.  
In case of repeated malfunctions, have the  
system checked by an authorised Service Part-  
ner or another qualified Service Partner or a  
specialist workshop.  
For further information:  
Socket for on-board diagnosis, see page 405.  
For further information:  
Lane Departure Warning  
Acoustic protection for pedestrians, see  
page 138  
Depending on equipment and national-  
market version:  
Warning light is illuminated: functional  
limitation detected, for example, due to low  
sun or system failure. It is possible to continue  
driving. Where applicable, observe the infor-  
mation from Check Control messages.  
Green lights  
Turn indicators  
The turn indicator is switched on.  
Warning light flashes: a warning is issued ac-  
tively. The system does not carry out any  
steering interventions.  
If the indicator light flashes more rap-  
idly than usual, a turn indicator bulb  
has failed.  
For further information:  
For further information:  
Lane Departure Warning, see page 203.  
Turn indicators, see page 151.  
Lane change warning restricted or  
failed  
Side lights  
The side lights are switched on.  
For further information:  
Depending on equipment and national-  
market version:  
Side light, low-beam headlight, see  
page 179.  
Functional limitation detected, e.g. due  
to dirty radar sensors or the system has failed.  
It is possible to continue driving. Where ap-  
plicable, observe the information from Check  
Control messages.  
Low-beam headlight  
The low-beam headlight is switched  
on.  
For further information:  
Lane Change Warning, see page 207.  
For further information:  
Side light, low-beam headlight, see page 179.  
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Automatic Hold, see page 149.  
High-beam Assistant  
Low-beam headlight is switched on  
and the High-beam Assistant is activa-  
ted.  
Automatic Hold: vehicle secured  
against rolling away  
The high-beam headlight is switched on and  
off automatically according to traffic situation.  
The vehicle is automatically secured  
against rolling away after stopping.  
For further information:  
For further information:  
High-beam Assistant, see page 182.  
Automatic Hold, see page 149.  
Lane Departure Warning  
Manual Speed Limiter  
Depending on equipment and national-  
market version:  
Indicator light illuminates: the system is  
switched on.  
Indicator light illuminates: the system is  
switched on. A lane marking has been detec-  
ted on at least one side of the vehicle. The sys-  
tem is ready to intervene and issue warnings.  
Indicator light flashes: set speed limit is  
exceeded.  
For further information:  
Manual Speed Limiter, see page 237.  
The system can perform steering interven-  
tions.  
Cruise Control  
Indicator light flashes: the system actively is-  
sues a warning. If necessary, the system per-  
forms a steering intervention.  
The system is active.  
For further information:  
Cruise Control, see page 239.  
For further information:  
Lane Departure Warning, see page 203.  
Distance control  
Lane Change Warning  
Indicator light illuminates: system has  
detected a vehicle ahead. The vehicle  
symbol goes out if no vehicle in front is  
detected.  
Depending on vehicle equipment and  
national-market version: the system  
is switched on. Warnings are issued  
within the system limits and, if necessary,  
steering interventions are carried out.  
Indicator light flashing: vehicle in front has  
driven off.  
For further information:  
For further information:  
Lane Change Warning, see page 207.  
Distance control, see page 242.  
Automatic Hold: vehicle is held  
automatically  
Speed Limit Assist  
The detected speed limit can be ap-  
plied with the SET button. As soon as  
the speed limit has been adopted, a  
green tick is displayed.  
Automatic Hold is ready to operate.  
The vehicle is held automatically when  
at a standstill.  
For further information:  
For further information:  
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Speed Limit Assist, see page 255.  
High-beam headlight, see page 151.  
High-beam Assistant, see page 182.  
Assisted Driving Mode  
Grey lights  
The system is helping the driver keep  
the vehicle in driving lane.  
Manual Speed Limiter  
For further information:  
The system is interrupted.  
Assisted Driving Mode, see page 248.  
For further information:  
Manual Speed Limiter, see page 237.  
Lane Change Assistant: lane change in  
progress  
Cruise Control  
Green arrow symbol for lane-chang-  
ing: the system is carrying out a lane  
change.  
The system is interrupted.  
For further information:  
For further information:  
Cruise Control, see page 239.  
Lane Change Assistant, see page 252.  
Distance control  
Lane Change Assistant Lane: lane  
change not possible  
Indicator light illuminates: the system is  
interrupted.  
Grey line for lane boundary on the ap-  
propriate side: the system has detected  
the lane change request. Lane change  
not currently possible.  
Indicator light flashes: the requirements  
for operation of the system are no longer being  
met. The system has been deactivated but will  
continue to brake until you actively take over  
by depressing the brake or accelerator pedal.  
For further information:  
Lane Change Assistant, see page 252.  
For further information:  
Distance control, see page 242.  
Assisted Driving Mode Plus  
The system is active.  
Assisted Driving Mode  
For further information:  
System is on standby and does not  
make any steering wheel movement.  
Assisted Driving Mode Plus, see  
page 253.  
The system activates automatically  
when all operating requirements are met.  
For further information:  
Blue lights  
Assisted Driving Mode, see page 248.  
High-beam headlight  
The high-beam headlight has been  
switched on.  
Front-collision warning switched off  
Depending on vehicle equipment and  
national-market version: the system is  
switched off.  
For further information:  
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For further information:  
Distance control, see page 242.  
Front-collision warning, see page 192.  
Assisted Driving Mode Plus  
Lane Departure Warning  
The system can be activated.  
For further information:  
Depending on equipment and national-  
market version:  
Assisted Driving Mode Plus, see  
page 253.  
Warning light is illuminated: the system  
is switched off or automatically deactivated, for  
example, because DSC OFF is activated.  
Warning light flashes: a warning is issued ac-  
tively. The system does not carry out any  
steering interventions.  
Check Control  
Principle  
For further information:  
Check Control monitors vehicle functions and  
alerts you to any faults in the monitored sys-  
tems.  
Lane Departure Warning, see page 203.  
Lane change warning restricted  
General  
Depending on equipment and national-  
market version:  
A Check Control message is displayed as a  
combination of indicator or warning lights and  
text messages in the instrument cluster and, if  
applicable, in the Head-up display.  
The system is switched on. No warn-  
ings are issued temporarily. At least one func-  
tional requirement has not been met, for ex-  
ample the minimum speed has not been  
reached.  
An acoustic signal may also be output and a  
text message shown on the control display.  
For further information:  
Hiding Check Control messages  
An arrow symbol next to the Check Control  
message indicates whether the Check Control  
message can be hidden.  
Lane Change Warning, see page 207.  
Lane change warning switched off  
Depending on vehicle equipment and  
national-market version: the system is  
switched off.  
To hide Check Control messages, press  
the left arrow button on the steering  
wheel.  
For further information:  
Lane Change Warning, see page 207.  
Continuous display  
Some Check Control messages are displayed  
permanently and remain until the fault has  
been repaired. If a number of malfunctions  
have occurred at the same time, the messages  
are displayed in succession.  
White lights  
Cruise Control with distance control  
No display of distance control as the  
accelerator pedal is being pressed.  
Permanently displayed Check Control mes-  
sages may be temporarily hidden. After ap-  
For further information:  
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prox. 8 seconds, these messages are auto-  
matically displayed again.  
3. "Vehicle status"  
4. "Check Control"  
5. Select the required text message.  
6. Select the desired setting.  
Temporary display  
Some Check Control messages are automati-  
cally hidden after approximately 20 seconds.  
The Check Control messages remain stored  
and can be displayed again.  
Messages displayed at the end of the  
journey  
Certain messages displayed when driving are  
displayed again when drive-ready state is  
switched off.  
Displaying saved Check Control  
messages  
1.  
Apps menu  
Selection lists  
2. "Vehicle apps"  
3. "Vehicle status"  
Principle  
4. "Check Control"  
The instrument cluster or the Head-up display  
can show lists for certain functions and can be  
used for operation where applicable.  
5. Select the required text message.  
Display  
Entertainment source.  
Current audio source.  
Recent calls list.  
Check Control  
At least one Check Control message is  
displayed or saved.  
If applicable, the relevant menu is opened on  
the control display.  
Text messages  
Displaying and using the list  
The selection lists can be displayed and op-  
erated using the operating elements on the  
steering wheel.  
Text messages and an icon in the instrument  
cluster explain what a Check Control message  
means and what the indicator and warning  
lights signify.  
Operating  
elements  
Function  
Supplementary text messages  
Additional information, for example the cause  
of the fault and any action required, can be  
called up via Check Control.  
Turn the knurled wheel: dis-  
play the entertainment list or  
scroll up or down in the list.  
With urgent text messages, the added text will  
be automatically displayed on the control dis-  
play.  
Press the knurled wheel: con-  
firm the selection.  
Press the corresponding arrow  
button to change the enter-  
tainment source.  
It is possible to select additional assistance de-  
pending on the Check Control message.  
1.  
Apps menu  
To display the last calls list.  
2. "Vehicle apps"  
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Display  
Example Description  
In permanent manual mode M:  
Optimal gear is engaged.  
With shift paddles: temporary  
manual mode.  
With shift paddles: Sport pro-  
gramme.  
An example:  
Switching instruction.  
To change the track or entertainment source  
after calling up the entertainment list, use the  
arrow keys on the steering wheel. Press the  
knurled wheel to confirm the selection.  
For further information:  
Shift paddles, see page 144  
Turn the knurled wheel up or down to select  
the desired entry in the list. Press the knurled  
wheel to confirm the selection.  
Power display  
Depending on the equipment, the list in the  
instrument cluster may differ from the figure.  
Principle  
The power display indicates the currently  
drawn drive power as a percentage.  
Optimum shift indicator  
Activating/deactivating power  
display  
Depending on the selected drive mode or the  
individually configured layout, the power dis-  
play or revolution counter is displayed.  
Principle  
The optimum shift indicator recommends the  
gear that best suits the current driving situa-  
tion. The use of the optimal gear supports an  
efficient driving style.  
Display  
General  
Depending on the equipment and the national-  
market version, the optimum shift indicator is  
active in manual mode M.  
Displays  
Information on upshifting, downshifting or the  
engaged gear is displayed in the instrument  
cluster.  
For vehicles without optimum shift indicator,  
the gear engaged is shown.  
Needle in the arrow 1 area: display of the en-  
ergy recuperation achieved, for example during  
deceleration, CHARGE.  
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Needle in the area of arrow 2: drive power as a  
percentage, POWER.  
The display of the revolution counter is varia-  
ble and depends on the selected drive mode.  
Reduced speed range  
Reduced drive power  
The available drive power may be reduced due  
to certain factors. The power display is auto-  
matically adjusted as necessary.  
The available speed range may be reduced  
due certain factors, example a cold drivetrain.  
The revolution counter display is automatically  
adjusted depending on the available speed  
range.  
In addition, icons on the power display and  
in the revolution counter indicate if the drive  
power has been reduced.  
Standby state and drive-  
ready state  
Icon  
Description  
Blue icon: cold drive system.  
White icon: increased drive sys-  
tem temperature, for example  
due to long-lasting or high  
power requirements when driv-  
ing uphill.  
OFF is shown in the instru-  
ment cluster. The drivetrain is  
switched off and standby state  
switched on.  
Depending on equipment and  
national-market version:  
READY is shown in the instru-  
ment cluster. The Automatic  
Start/Stop function is ready for  
an automatic engine start.  
Restriction of drive power set  
by BMW Digital Key.  
System-related functional limi-  
tation.  
For further information:  
Vehicle operating condition, see page 46.  
A Check Control message will  
be shown as necessary.  
Automatic Start/Stop function, see  
page 138.  
Revolution counter  
Engine temperature  
General  
Display  
It is vital to avoid rotational speeds in the red  
warning zone. In this zone, the fuel supply is  
interrupted to protect the engine.  
Cold engine: the needle is in  
the blue temperature range,  
close to the limit position  
of the temperature display  
and the WARM-UP text is  
displayed.  
Activating/deactivating the  
revolution counter  
The revolution counter is displayed depending  
on the selected drive mode or the individually  
configured layout.  
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Drive at moderate rotational  
speed and vehicle speed.  
or in the Head-up display in combination with  
the revolution counter.  
Normal operating temperature: the needle  
is located in the centre or left half of the  
temperature display.  
Operating requirements  
Manual mode M must be activated.  
Hot engine: the needle is in the red temper-  
ature range. A Check Control message is  
also displayed.  
Advanced mode must be enabled.  
For further information:  
Advanced mode, see page 145.  
For further information:  
Display  
Coolant level, see page 401.  
Outside temperature  
General  
If the display drops to +3 , 37 or lower, a  
signal sounds.  
A Check Control message is shown.  
There is an increased risk of black ice.  
Yellow fields illuminate successively to indicate  
when a gearshift is due.  
Safety information  
Shift gear at the latest when all fields light  
up red.  
WARNING  
When the maximum engine speed is  
reached, the entire display flashes red and  
the fuel supply is limited to protect the en-  
gine.  
Even at temperatures above +3 , 37 ℉  
there may be an increased risk of black ice,  
for example on bridges or on shaded sec-  
tions of road. There is a risk of accident. At  
low temperatures, adjust driving style to the  
weather conditions.  
Central display area  
Displayable content  
The following settings can be selected:  
Shift Lights  
Reduced view.  
Principle  
Trip data, see page 171.  
Shift Lights indicate the suitable upshift point  
at which fast acceleration values can be ach-  
ieved.  
Assisted View, see page 173.  
Route preview of the navigation system.  
Map view of the navigation system.  
G-Meter, see page 174.  
General  
The Shift Lights are active in manual mode M  
and can be displayed in the instrument cluster  
Entertainment.  
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Augmented View.  
Trip data  
Depending on the equipment, Augmented  
View in the instrument cluster enables the  
visualisation of driver assistance systems in  
the real vehicle environment.  
Principle  
The display of trip data provides various infor-  
mation about the trip, e.g. the average con-  
sumption or the trip distance.  
Grey lines indicate the recommended mini-  
mum distance to the vehicle in front when  
Cruise Control is deactivated.  
General  
Android Auto©.  
The trip data can be shown on the control dis-  
play and in the instrument cluster.  
Depending on the equipment and national-  
market version, selected functions of a  
compatible smartphone can also be dis-  
played, for example, map views.  
Depending on the setting in the Live Vehicle  
menu, the trip data is shown dynamically or  
continuously on the control display.  
Some contents for the central display area can  
also be configured as a view in the Head-up  
display.  
The values can be displayed and reset de-  
pending on different intervals.  
For further information:  
Display on the control display  
Head-up display, see page 158.  
Owner's Handbook for Navigation, Entertain-  
ment and Communication, see page 6.  
General  
The following trip data is shown on the control  
display:  
Configuring the central display area  
The contents for the central indication range in  
the instrument cluster can be individually con-  
figured, for example, the display of trip data.  
Set interval for displaying the trip data.  
Average fuel consumption as a function  
of the set interval.  
Driving time depending on the set inter-  
val.  
1.  
Press the button on the steering  
Distance covered, depending on the set  
interval.  
wheel.  
A menu bar is displayed in the instrument  
cluster.  
The distance covered in the coasting  
drive state.  
2. "CONTENT"  
Displaying trip data continuously  
Select the menu using the arrow buttons on  
the steering wheel as necessary.  
1.  
Apps menu  
3. Select the required setting using the  
knurled wheel on the steering wheel.  
2. "Vehicle apps"  
3. "Live Vehicle"  
4. "Content"  
5. "Journey data"  
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Display in the instrument cluster  
Information on consumption and distance cov-  
ered can be displayed on the instrument clus-  
ter.  
Configuring the trip data display  
The intervals for displaying the trip data in the  
instrument cluster and on the control display  
can be configured.  
1.  
Apps menu  
2. "Vehicle apps"  
3. "System settings"  
4. "Time period for journey data"  
5. "Values"  
6. Select the desired setting:  
"Since start of journey ( )": the values  
are reset automatically if the vehicle is  
at a standstill for approximately four  
hours.  
Current consumption, arrow 1.  
Average consumption, arrow 2.  
Distance covered depending on the config-  
ured interval, arrow 3.  
"Since last refuel ( )": the values are re-  
set automatically after refuelling with a  
significant amount of fuel.  
This icon is displayed when the vehicle  
is in coasting driving condition.  
"Since factory": the values since leaving  
the factory are displayed.  
Total kilometres, arrow 4.  
"Since Individual ( )": the values since  
the last manual reset are displayed. The  
values can be reset at any time.  
Current consumption  
The display of the current consumption allows  
you to check the current fuel consumption, e.g.  
for driving economically and in an environmen-  
tally friendly manner.  
Resetting average values manually  
The following interval can be reset manually at  
any time:  
Mild hybrid technology: depending on the  
equipment, the fuel supply is interrupted when  
driving slowly or even when the vehicle is sta-  
tionary and the engine continues to run. In this  
case, the combustion engine is electrically op-  
erated.  
"Since Individual ( )"  
Use the key on the left steering column lever:  
1. Press the key.  
Average consumption  
The average fuel consumption is displayed de-  
pending on the setting of the intervals for dis-  
playing the trip data.  
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The trip data is displayed.  
Safety information  
WARNING  
The system does not relieve you of your per-  
sonal responsibility to assess the traffic situa-  
tion correctly. Due to system limits, it cannot  
respond independently and appropriately in  
all traffic situations. There is a risk of acci-  
dent. Adapt your driving style to the traffic  
conditions. Observe the traffic situation, be  
ready to take over steering and braking at  
any time, and actively intervene if the situa-  
tion warrants it.  
2. Press and hold the button until the values  
are reset.  
Via iDrive:  
1.  
Apps menu  
2. "Vehicle apps"  
General  
3. "System settings"  
The Assisted View display can be configured in  
the central indication range and displayed.  
4. "Time period for journey data"  
5. "Reset Individual"  
For further information:  
Central display area, see page 170.  
The average values and counters are reset.  
Once the average values and counters have  
been reset, the following interval is automati-  
cally activated:  
Display  
"Since Individual ( )"  
Assisted View  
Principle  
With Assisted View, information on driver as-  
sistance systems can be displayed on the in-  
strument cluster with a vehicle animation.  
An example with active driver assistance: the  
indicator and warning lights for the distance  
control and the Lane Change Assistant indi-  
cate a lane change to the next lane. At the  
same time, the lane change to the next lane is  
shown with animation in the Assisted View.  
Information on parking and manoeuvring is  
displayed in Assisted View whenever Park As-  
sist is enabled.  
System limits  
The detection capability of the system is limi-  
ted.  
Only objects detected by the system are taken  
into account.  
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For further information:  
4. "Date and time"  
Cameras, see page 41.  
5. Select the desired settings.  
Radar sensors, see page 42.  
Fuel level indicator  
G-Meter  
Principle  
The current filling level of the fuel tank is dis-  
played.  
General  
The G-Meter shows the longitudinal and lat-  
eral forces acting on the vehicle occupants  
during a journey.  
General  
The vehicle inclination may cause the display  
to fluctuate.  
The display can be configured in the central  
indication range of the instrument cluster.  
For further information:  
Refuelling, see page 360.  
The values are automatically reset after each  
start of the journey.  
For further information:  
Display  
Central display area, see page 170.  
An arrow next to the fuel pump  
symbol indicates on which side  
of the vehicle the fuel filler flap is  
located.  
Manually resetting G-Meter values  
1. Display G-Meter in the instrument cluster.  
2. Press and hold the knurled wheel  
The current range is displayed  
as a numerical value.  
on the steering wheel until the val-  
ues are reset.  
Range  
Date and time  
Principle  
The range shows what distance can be cov-  
ered with the amount of fuel currently in the  
tank.  
Various settings can be configured for the dis-  
play of date and time, for example the date  
format.  
Depending on the equipment and national-  
market version, the time zone can be set and  
the automatic time setting can be activated.  
The automatic time setting automatically up-  
dates the time, date and, if necessary, the time  
zone.  
General  
The estimated range available with the re-  
maining fuel is displayed in the instrument  
cluster.  
A Check Control message is displayed briefly if  
the remaining range is low. A small remaining  
range means that the engine functions are not  
always ensured if a sporty driving style is em-  
ployed, e.g. when cornering fast.  
1.  
Apps menu  
2. "Vehicle apps"  
3. "System settings"  
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If the range drops below approximately 50 km,  
30 miles the Check Control message is dis-  
played continuously.  
Displaying the vehicle status  
1.  
Apps menu  
2. "Vehicle apps"  
3. "Vehicle status"  
Safety information  
Overview  
NOTICE  
If the range drops below 50 km, approx.  
30 miles, the engine may no longer be sup-  
plied with sufficient fuel. The engine functions  
are no longer ensured. There is a risk of ma-  
terial damage. Refuel in good time.  
Icon  
Description  
"Flat Tyre Monitor": Status of  
the Flat Tyre Monitor, see  
page 380.  
"Tyre Pressure Monitor": sta-  
tus of the Tyre Pressure Mon-  
itor, see page 373.  
Display  
The current range is displayed  
as a numerical value on the fuel  
level indicator.  
"Engine oil level": Electronic oil  
measurement, see page 398.  
"AdBlue": BMW Diesel  
with BluePerformance, see  
page 394.  
"Check Control": to display  
saved Check Control mes-  
sages, see page 166.  
Selecting the units of  
measurement  
"Service requirements": to dis-  
play service requirements, see  
page 176.  
Depending on the national-market version, it  
is possible to select the units of measurement  
for various values, for example, consumption,  
distances and temperature.  
1.  
Apps menu  
Current driving condition  
2. "Vehicle apps"  
3. "System settings"  
4. "Units"  
General  
The current driving condition is displayed dy-  
namically while driving in the Live Vehicle  
menu on the control display.  
5. Select the desired setting.  
The following states can be displayed:  
Vehicle status  
Driving.  
Coasting driving condition: "EFFICIENT  
COASTING".  
General  
The status can be displayed and actions per-  
formed for several systems, such as for Check  
Control.  
"CHARGING BATTERY"  
With mild hybrid technology:  
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Adaptive recuperation.  
Operating requirements  
Depending on the situation, additional in-  
formation on adaptive recuperation may be  
displayed.  
SPORT drive mode is selected.  
The following setting is selected for Live  
Vehicle: "Adaptive content"  
Efficient coasting with the engine switched  
off.  
Display  
For further information:  
The sport displays are displayed in the Live  
Vehicle menu on the control display.  
Adaptive recuperation, see page 355.  
Coasting, see page 356.  
The following information is displayed:  
Torque.  
Operating requirements  
Power.  
COMFORT or ECO PRO drive mode is se-  
lected.  
Charging pressure.  
Engine oil temperature.  
The following setting is selected for Live  
Vehicle: "Adaptive content"  
Service requirements  
Display  
Principle  
The function shows the current service require-  
ments and related maintenance jobs.  
General  
After switching on, the next service appoint-  
ment or the distance remaining until your next  
servicing is displayed briefly on the instrument  
cluster if necessary.  
An example:  
The current service requirements can be read  
out from the vehicle key by a service advisor.  
The adaptive recuperation is active, arrow 1.  
The vehicle battery is charged when the vehi-  
cle is decelerating, arrow 2.  
Display  
More detailed information on the maintenance  
work required can be displayed on the control  
display.  
Sport displays  
1.  
Apps menu  
Principle  
The sport displays primarily assist a sporty  
driving style.  
2. "Vehicle apps"  
3. "Vehicle status"  
4. "Service requirements"  
Maintenance routines and any statutory in-  
spections required are displayed.  
5. Select the desired entry.  
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Icons  
Entering deadlines  
Dates for mandatory vehicle inspections can  
be entered.  
Icon  
Description  
Maintenance has been carried  
out on time.  
Ensure that the date and time are set correctly  
in the vehicle.  
1.  
Apps menu  
Maintenance has been carried  
out later than scheduled.  
2. "Vehicle apps"  
3. "Vehicle status"  
Maintenance has not been car-  
ried out.  
4. "Service requirements"  
5. "Vehicle inspection"  
6. "Date:"  
7. Select the desired setting.  
Service history  
Principle  
Completed maintenance work can be dis-  
played on the control display.  
General  
Have maintenance work carried out by an au-  
thorised Service Partner or another qualified  
Service Partner or a specialist workshop. The  
maintenance work carried out is entered in the  
vehicle data. The function is available as soon  
as a maintenance visit has been logged in the  
vehicle data.  
Displays  
1.  
Apps menu  
2. "Vehicle apps"  
3. "Vehicle status"  
4. "Service requirements"  
Essential maintenance routines and any  
statutory inspections required are dis-  
played.  
5. "Service history"  
6. Select an entry to display more detailed in-  
formation.  
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Lights  
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Vehicle equipment  
Icon  
Function  
This chapter describes equipment, systems  
and functions which are offered or may be of-  
fered in future on a model-specific basis, even  
if they are not included in the vehicle in ques-  
tion.  
Automatic driving lights control.  
Low-beam headlight.  
Side lights.  
For further information:  
Vehicle equipment, see page 8.  
Lights and lighting  
Exterior lights off.  
Overview  
Buttons in the vehicle  
Buttons on the vehicle key  
Icon  
Function  
Interior lighting.  
Parts of the exterior lights.  
Home lights.  
Icon  
Function  
Automatic driving lights  
control  
Exterior lights menu.  
Principle  
Automatic driving lights control.  
Low-beam headlight.  
Exterior lights off.  
Depending on ambient brightness, the system  
switches the low-beam headlight on or off au-  
tomatically, for example in a tunnel, at twilight  
and in rain or snow.  
Rear fog light.  
General  
The headlights may also be switched on when  
the sun is low against a blue sky.  
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If the low-beam headlight is switched on man-  
ually, the automatic driving lights control is de-  
activated.  
3. "Exterior lighting"  
4. "Side light"  
The indicator light in the instrument  
cluster is illuminated.  
Activating the automatic driving  
lights control  
The vehicle is illuminated all round.  
Press the button on the light switch.  
Do not leave the side lights on for extended  
periods of time, as this could drain the vehicle  
battery and it may no longer be possible to  
switch on drive-ready state.  
The LED in the button illuminates.  
The indicator light in the instrument  
cluster is illuminated when the low-  
beam headlight is switched on.  
Switching off the side lights  
The side lights can be switched off as follows:  
System limits  
The automatic driving lights control is no sub-  
stitute for using your own judgement to assess  
the light conditions.  
Press and hold the  
light switch.  
button on the  
Switch off the lights via iDrive.  
Switch on drive-ready state.  
The sensors are unable to recognise fog or  
hazy weather, for example. In such situations,  
switch on the lights manually.  
After switching on drive-ready state, the  
automatic driving lights control is activated.  
Low-beam headlight  
Side lights, low-beam  
headlights,  
Switching on the low-beam headlight  
Press the button on the light switch.  
General  
The low-beam headlight illuminates if drive-  
ready state is switched on.  
If the driver's door is opened when drive-ready  
state is switched off, the exterior lights are  
switched off automatically after a given time.  
The indicator light in the instrument  
cluster is illuminated.  
Side lights  
To switch on the low-beam headlight as soon  
as the standby state is switched on, press the  
button again.  
General  
The side lights can only be switched on in the  
low speed range.  
Switching off the low-beam headlight  
Switching on the side lights  
Depending on the national-market version, the  
low-beam headlight may be switched off in the  
low speed range:  
1.  
Apps menu  
2. "Vehicle apps"  
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Depending on the settings, the interior  
lighting and parts of the exterior lighting will  
be turned on.  
Press and hold the  
light switch.  
button on the  
The function is not available for the first  
10 seconds after locking.  
Switch off the lights via iDrive.  
Welcome Light Carpet  
Welcome light  
Principle  
With the welcome light, the exterior lights are  
automatically turned on for a limited time when  
approaching or unlocking the vehicle.  
General  
Depending on the equipment, the exterior  
lights of the vehicle can be individually adjus-  
ted.  
The light source is located in the position indi-  
cated.  
Keep the light source clean and unobstructed.  
Activating/deactivating welcome  
light  
1.  
Apps menu  
Home lights  
2. "Vehicle apps"  
3. "Exterior lighting"  
Principle  
4. If necessary, "Additional settings"  
With the home lights, the exterior lights are  
automatically turned on for a limited time after  
leaving the vehicle in order to illuminate the  
area around the vehicle.  
5. Depending on the equipment, select the  
desired setting:  
"Welcome and goodbye"  
When unlocking the vehicle, individual  
lighting functions are turned on.  
Switching on the home lights  
After switching off drive-ready state, press  
the turn indicator lever forwards briefly.  
"BMW Iconic Glow"  
The radiator grille lighting settings are  
only available while at a standstill and  
with drive-ready state switched off.  
Press and hold the button on the  
vehicle key for approximately 1 second.  
Turning on the welcome light  
Activate the home lights function for the button  
of the vehicle key:  
Automatically on approach.  
During unlocking.  
1.  
Apps menu  
2. "Vehicle apps"  
With the vehicle locked, press the  
button on the vehicle key.  
3. "Doors and windows"  
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4. "Vehicle key"  
Adaptive lighting functions  
5. Select the desired setting.  
Principle  
Setting the duration  
Adaptive lighting functions makes it possible to  
illuminate the road responsively.  
1.  
Apps menu  
2. "Vehicle apps"  
3. "Exterior lighting"  
General  
4. If necessary, "Additional settings"  
5. "Home lights"  
The adaptive lighting functions consist of one  
system or multiple systems, depending on the  
equipment:  
6. Select the desired setting.  
Adaptive Headlights.  
Variable light distribution.  
Cornering light.  
Daytime driving lights  
Roundabout light.  
General  
The daytime driving lights illuminate when  
drive-ready state is switched on.  
Activating the adaptive light  
functions  
The indicator light in the instrument  
cluster is illuminated when the rear  
daytime driving lights are switched on.  
Press the button on the light switch.  
The LED in the button illuminates.  
The adaptive lighting functions are active  
when drive-ready state is switched on.  
Activating/deactivating daytime  
driving lights  
In some countries, daytime driving lights are  
compulsory, in which case the daytime driving  
lights cannot be deactivated at the front.  
Adaptive Headlights  
1.  
Apps menu  
General  
2. "Vehicle apps"  
The high-beam headlight follows the road  
ahead in response to the steering wheel angle  
and other parameters.  
3. "Exterior lighting"  
4. If necessary, "Additional settings"  
5. Depending on equipment or national-mar-  
ket version:  
Anticipatory Adaptive Headlights  
The high-beam headlight is adapted to the di-  
rection of travel ahead even before entering or  
leaving a bend.  
"Daytime driving lights"  
"Rear daytime driving lights"  
"BMW Iconic Glow"  
S-bend lights  
The high-beam headlight is kept as straight as  
possible when driving around S-bends.  
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Variable light distribution  
Roundabout light  
Shortly before driving onto a roundabout, the  
cornering light is activated on both sides. The  
edge of the road is illuminated more effec-  
tively. Shortly before leaving a roundabout, the  
cornering light is switched off again on both  
sides.  
Principle  
The variable light distribution enables better  
illumination of the road.  
General  
The light distribution is adjusted automatically  
depending on speed and navigation data, if  
necessary.  
Adaptive headlight range  
control  
Urban lights  
Adaptive headlight range control compensates  
for acceleration and braking manoeuvres and  
vehicle load conditions to prevent oncoming  
vehicles from being dazzled.  
The light beam from the low-beam headlight is  
extended at the sides.  
Motorway beam pattern  
The range of the low-beam headlight is in-  
creased.  
High-beam Assistant  
Principle  
Cornering light  
High-beam Assistant detects other road users  
in good time and activates or deactivates the  
high-beam according to traffic situation.  
Principle  
When turning off or on tight bends, for example  
hairpin bends, up to a certain speed, a corner-  
ing light is added to illuminate the inside area  
of the bend.  
General  
High-beam Assistant ensures that the high-  
beam headlight is switched on when the traffic  
situation allows. The system does not switch  
on the high-beam headlight at low speed  
range.  
General  
The cornering light is switched on automati-  
cally depending on the steering wheel angle or,  
where applicable, activation of the turn indica-  
tors.  
The system responds to the lights of oncoming  
traffic and traffic driving ahead of you, and to  
ambient lighting, for example in built-up areas.  
When reversing, the cornering light is activated  
automatically irrespective of the steering wheel  
angle.  
The high-beam headlight can be switched on  
and off manually at any time.  
If equipped with Selective Beam, the high-  
beam headlight is not switched off for oncom-  
ing vehicles or vehicles driving ahead of you.  
Instead, the system masks only those areas  
of the beam which would otherwise dazzle on-  
coming traffic or traffic driving ahead. In this  
Hairpin lights  
The cornering light is also switched on before  
entering hairpin bends.  
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case, the blue indicator light continues to illu-  
minate.  
Deactivating High-beam Assistant  
Depending on the equipment: if the headlights  
have been converted, High-beam Assistant  
may only function to a restricted extent.  
For further information:  
Left-hand/right-hand traffic, see page 184.  
Operating requirements  
Automatic driving lights control is activated.  
Press the button on the turn indicator lever.  
The low-beam headlight is switched on.  
Activating High-beam Assistant  
System limits  
High-beam Assistant cannot replace the driv-  
er's own judgement as to when to use the  
high-beam headlight. Therefore activate the  
dipped headlights manually if the situation re-  
quires it.  
In the following situations, the system will not  
operate or its operation will be restricted and  
your intervention may be required:  
In extremely adverse weather conditions  
such as fog or heavy precipitation.  
Press the button on the turn indicator lever.  
When detecting poorly lit road users such  
as pedestrians, cyclists, horse riders or car-  
riages and when trains or ships are close to  
the road, or when animals are crossing the  
road.  
The indicator light in the instrument  
cluster is illuminated when the low-  
beam headlight is switched on.  
The system will switch automatically between  
low-beam headlight and high-beam headlight.  
On tight bends, on steep brows or hollows  
of hills, when there is crossing traffic or if  
the view of oncoming vehicles on a motor-  
way is partly obstructed.  
The blue indicator light in the instru-  
ment cluster illuminates if the high-  
beam headlight is switched on by the  
system.  
In poorly lit towns or where there are highly  
reflective signs.  
If a journey is interrupted with High-beam As-  
sistant activated: when the journey is resumed,  
High-beam Assistant remains activated.  
If the area of windscreen in front of the in-  
terior mirror is covered with condensation,  
dirt, stickers, labels, etc.  
The High-beam Assistant is deactivated by  
switching the high-beams on and off manually.  
To reactivate High-beam Assistant, press the  
button on the turn indicator lever.  
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cle's country of registration, you will need to  
prevent the dazzling effect of your headlights.  
Fog light  
Rear fog light  
Converting the headlights  
1.  
Apps menu  
Operating requirements  
The low-beam headlight must be switched on  
before the rear fog light can be activated.  
2. "Vehicle apps"  
3. "Exterior lighting"  
4. If necessary, "Additional settings"  
5. "Right/left-hand traffic"  
6. Select the desired setting.  
Switching the rear fog light on/off  
Press the key.  
Depending on the national-market version,  
the parking brake must be applied.  
The yellow indicator light in the instru-  
ment cluster illuminates when the rear  
fog light is switched on.  
System limits  
The availability of the High-beam Assistant  
might be restricted.  
If automatic driving lights control has been  
activated, the low-beam headlight switches  
on automatically when the rear fog light is  
switched on.  
The availability of the adaptive lighting func-  
tions might be restricted.  
Instrument lighting  
Bad weather light  
Principle  
Operating requirements  
The brightness can only be adjusted in dark-  
ness and with turned on side light or low-beam  
headlight.  
The bad weather light provides optimised illu-  
mination of the road when visibility conditions  
are poor, for example in fog or rain. The light  
distribution from the low-beam headlight is  
adapted to the visibility conditions.  
Adjusting the brightness  
1.  
Apps menu  
Activating/deactivating the bad  
weather light  
2. "Vehicle apps"  
3. "Interior lighting"  
The bad weather light is activated when the  
automatic driving light system or the rear fog  
light is switched on.  
4. "Cockpit brightness at night"  
5. Select the desired setting.  
Left-hand/right-hand traffic  
Interior lighting  
General  
General  
When driving in countries where vehicles drive  
on the opposite side of the road to your vehi-  
Depending on the equipment, the interior  
lights, the footwell lights, door entry lighting,  
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ambient lighting and loudspeaker lighting are  
controlled automatically.  
Depending on the equipment, there are read-  
ing lights located at the front and in the rear  
beside the interior lights.  
Overview  
Via iDrive:  
1.  
Apps menu  
2. "Vehicle apps"  
3. "Interior lighting"  
4. "Reading light"  
5. Tap the desired seat.  
Ambient lighting  
Reading lights  
Interior lights  
General  
Depending on the equipment, the lighting for  
some of the interior lights can be adjusted.  
Activating/deactivating ambient  
light  
Switching interior lights on/off  
Using the button:  
1.  
Apps menu  
2. "Vehicle apps"  
Press the key.  
3. "Interior lighting"  
4. If necessary, "Ambience"  
5. "Ambient lighting"  
To switch off permanently: press and hold the  
button for approximately 3 seconds.  
The interior lights in the rear can be switched  
on and off independently. The button is loca-  
ted on the headliner in the rear.  
Turning ambient lighting on/off  
The ambient lighting is switched on when the  
vehicle is unlocked and switched off when the  
vehicle is locked.  
Via iDrive:  
1.  
Apps menu  
If the ambient lighting was deactivated using  
iDrive, it is not switched on when the vehicle is  
unlocked.  
2. "Vehicle apps"  
3. "Interior lighting"  
4. "Reading light"  
Selecting the colour  
5.  
Tap the icon.  
1.  
Apps menu  
2. "Vehicle apps"  
Switching reading lights on/off  
Using the button:  
3. "Interior lighting"  
4. If necessary, "Ambience"  
5. "Colour"  
Press the key.  
6. Select the desired setting.  
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Adjusting the brightness  
Loudspeaker lighting  
1.  
Apps menu  
2. "Vehicle apps"  
Principle  
3. "Interior lighting"  
Some loudspeakers in the vehicle are illumina-  
ted.  
4. If necessary, "Ambience"  
5. "Brightness"  
General  
6. Select the desired setting.  
When the loudspeakers are muted, the loud-  
speaker lighting turns off. When the ambient  
lighting effects are activated, the loudspeakers  
light up white.  
Dynamic light  
Individual actions, for example incoming calls  
or detected obstacles when doors are open,  
are indicated by light effects. If the ambient  
light is deactivated, the light effects are still  
displayed.  
Turning loudspeaker lighting on/off  
The loudspeaker lighting is switched on when  
the vehicle is unlocked and switched off when  
the vehicle is locked.  
1.  
Apps menu  
2. "Vehicle apps"  
3. "Interior lighting"  
4. If necessary, "Ambience"  
5. "Lighting events"  
6. Select the desired setting.  
Reduced for journey at night  
Some lights of the interior lighting are reduced  
when the vehicle is driven in the dark.  
1.  
Apps menu  
2. "Vehicle apps"  
3. "Interior lighting"  
4. If necessary, "Ambience"  
5. "Reduced for night driving"  
Panoramic glass sunroof, lighting  
If the panoramic glass sunroof is opened or  
the sun protection is closed, the lighting is  
switched off.  
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if they are not included in the vehicle in ques-  
tion.  
Vehicle equipment  
For further information:  
This chapter describes equipment, systems  
and functions which are offered or may be of-  
fered in future on a model-specific basis, even  
Vehicle equipment, see page 8.  
Airbags  
1
Front airbag, driver  
3
4
Head airbag  
Side airbag  
2
Front airbag, front passenger  
Depending on the national-market version:  
Front airbags  
In a side-on crash, the side airbag in the rear  
protects the bodies of the vehicle occupants in  
the outer rear seats in the side chest and pelvic  
area.  
Front airbags protect the driver and front pas-  
senger in the event of a head-on collision  
where the protection of the seat belts alone  
would no longer be sufficient.  
Head airbag  
Side airbag  
The head airbag protects the head in the event  
of a side-on crash.  
In a side-on crash, the side airbag protects the  
side of the body in the chest and pelvic area.  
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Do not glue the airbag covers and do not  
cover or modify them in any way.  
Protective effect  
General  
Do not use the front airbag cover on the  
passenger's side as a tray.  
Airbags are not activated in every collision sit-  
uation, for example, in minor accidents.  
Do not attach slip covers, seat cushions or  
other objects to the front seats that are not  
specifically suited for seats with integrated  
airbag versions.  
Information for optimum airbag  
protective effect  
Do not hang items of clothing, for example  
coats or jackets, over the backrests.  
WARNING  
Do not modify individual components or  
wiring. This also applies to the covers of the  
steering wheel, the dashboard and seats.  
If the seat position is incorrect or the deploy-  
ment area of the airbag is restricted, the air-  
bag system cannot provide the intended level  
of protection or may cause additional injuries  
when it deploys. There is a danger of injury or  
danger to life. Observe the following for opti-  
mum protective effect of the airbag system.  
Do not dismantle the airbag system.  
Even if all this information is observed, injuries  
resulting from contact with the airbag cannot  
be entirely ruled out in every situation.  
The noise caused by the deployment of an  
airbag may lead to temporary hearing loss in  
vehicle occupants sensitive to noise.  
Keep a distance from the airbags.  
Always grip the steering wheel at the steer-  
ing wheel rim. Place your hands in the  
3 o'clock and 9 o'clock positions to mini-  
mise the risk of injury to hands or arms  
when the airbag deploys.  
Operational readiness of the airbag  
system  
Adjust the seat and steering wheel so the  
driver can reach over the steering wheel di-  
agonally. Select the settings so that, when  
reaching over, the shoulders stay in contact  
with the backrest and the upper body stays  
as far away from the steering wheel as  
possible.  
Safety information  
WARNING  
Individual components of the airbag system  
may be hot after airbag deployment. There  
is a danger of injury. Do not touch individual  
components.  
Make sure that the front passenger is sit-  
ting correctly, i.e. with their feet and legs in  
the footwell, not resting on the dashboard.  
WARNING  
Make sure that vehicle occupants keep  
their head away from the side airbag.  
Work carried out incorrectly can cause the  
airbag system to fail, malfunction or deploy  
accidentally. If there is a malfunction, the air-  
bag system might not deploy as intended  
in an accident, even if the impact is of the  
appropriate severity. There is a danger of in-  
jury or danger to life. Have the airbag system  
tested, repaired or removed and disposed of  
Do not place any other persons, pets or ob-  
jects between the airbags and occupants.  
Keep the dashboard and windscreen area  
on the passenger's side clear, for example  
do not attach adhesive foil or covers and  
do not fit brackets for navigation devices or  
mobile phones, for example.  
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by an authorised Service Partner or another  
qualified Service Partner or a specialist work-  
shop.  
General  
The availability of the function depends on the  
vehicle equipment and country.  
The front passenger airbag can be deactiva-  
ted and reactivated via iDrive on the control  
display. An indicator light shows the operating  
status.  
Display in the instrument cluster  
When drive-ready state is switched on,  
the warning light in the instrument  
cluster illuminates briefly to indicate  
that the entire airbag system and the seat belt  
tensioners are operational.  
Operating requirements  
Drive-ready state is switched off.  
Standby state is switched on.  
The vehicle key is in the vehicle.  
Malfunction  
The warning light does not illu-  
minate after drive-ready state is  
switched on.  
Deactivating the front passenger  
airbag  
1.  
Apps menu  
The warning light is permanently illumina-  
ted.  
2. "Vehicle apps"  
Have the system checked by an authorised  
Service Partner or another qualified Service  
Partner or a specialist workshop.  
3. "Passenger airbag"  
4. "PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF"  
5. Check the operation of the front passenger  
airbag using the indicator light and confirm.  
Adjusting the front seat position  
The front passenger airbag is deactivated. The  
driver airbag remains active.  
To maintain the accuracy of the seat position,  
calibrate the electric front seats as soon as  
a corresponding message is displayed on the  
control display.  
If a rearward-facing child restraint system is  
removed from the front passenger seat, reacti-  
vate the front passenger airbag so that it can  
deploy as intended in the event of an accident.  
For further information:  
Seats, see page 109.  
Activating the front passenger  
airbag  
Deactivating the front  
passenger airbag  
1.  
Apps menu  
2. "Vehicle apps"  
3. "Passenger airbag"  
4. "PASSENGER AIR BAG ON"  
Principle  
When using a rearward-facing child restraint  
system on the front passenger seat, the  
front passenger airbag can be deactivated via  
iDrive.  
5. Check the operation of the front passenger  
airbag using the indicator light and confirm.  
The front passenger airbag is reactivated and  
deploys in appropriate situations.  
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Front passenger airbag indicator  
light  
Safety information  
The indicator light for the front passenger air-  
bag in the headliner shows the operating sta-  
tus of the front passenger airbag.  
WARNING  
The system may trigger inadvertently if con-  
tact is made with individual components of  
the hinges and bonnet locks. There is a dan-  
ger of injury or material damage. Do not  
touch individual components of the hinges  
and bonnet locks.  
After switching on standby state, the light illu-  
minates briefly and then shows whether the  
airbag is activated or deactivated.  
Display  
Function  
When the front passenger air-  
bag is activated, the indicator  
light illuminates for approx. 1  
minute and then goes out.  
WARNING  
Modifications to the pedestrian protection  
can lead to a failure, a malfunction or acci-  
dental triggering of the pedestrian protection  
system. There is a danger of injury or danger  
to life. Do not modify the pedestrian protec-  
tion, its individual components or its wiring.  
Do not dismantle the system.  
When the front passenger air-  
bag is deactivated, the indica-  
tor light remains illuminated.  
Check the status of the indicator light before  
and also while driving when the front passen-  
ger seat is occupied.  
WARNING  
Work carried out incorrectly can lead to a  
failure, malfunction or accidental triggering of  
the system. If there is a malfunction, the sys-  
tem might not trigger as intended in an acci-  
dent, even if the impact is of the appropriate  
severity. There is a danger of injury or danger  
to life. Have the system tested, repaired or  
removed and disposed of by an authorised  
Service Partner or another qualified Service  
Partner or a specialist workshop.  
Active pedestrian protection  
Principle  
The active pedestrian protection raises the  
bonnet if the front of the vehicle collides with  
a pedestrian.  
General  
When triggered, the pedestrian protection cre-  
ates deformation space underneath the bon-  
net in readiness for the subsequent head  
impact. Sensors underneath the bumper are  
used for detection.  
WARNING  
If the system has been triggered or is dam-  
aged, its functionality will be restricted or it  
may no longer work at all. There is a danger  
of injury or danger to life.  
The systems gas pressure springs are only  
approved for a certain period of time. Check  
the gas pressure springs during maintenance  
and replace them as necessary.  
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If the system has been triggered or is dam-  
aged, have it checked and replaced at an au-  
thorised Service Partner or another qualified  
Service Partner or a specialist workshop.  
Collision warning systems  
General  
Depending on the equipment, the vehicle has  
different systems that can help prevent an im-  
minent collision.  
NOTICE  
Front-collision warning, see page 192.  
Exit warning, see page 201.  
Opening the bonnet when the pedestrian  
protection has triggered may damage the  
bonnet or the pedestrian protection. There is  
a risk of material damage. Do not open the  
bonnet after the Check Control message is  
displayed. Have it checked by an authorised  
Service Partner or another qualified Service  
Partner or a specialist workshop.  
Lane Departure Warning, see page 203.  
Lane Change Warning, see page 207.  
Side collision warning, see page 210.  
Road Priority Warning, see page 212.  
Wrong-way Warning, see page 215.  
Rear Collision Prevention, see page 212.  
Emergency Stop Assistant, see page 216.  
System limits  
The active pedestrian protection is only  
triggered at speeds between approximately  
30 km/h, 18 mph and 55 km/h, 34 mph.  
Safety information  
For safety reasons, the system may also trig-  
ger in rare instances where impact with a pe-  
destrian cannot be excluded beyond all doubt,  
for example in the following situations:  
WARNING  
The system does not relieve you of your per-  
sonal responsibility to assess the traffic situa-  
tion correctly. Due to system limits, it cannot  
respond independently and appropriately in  
all traffic situations. There is a risk of acci-  
dent. Adapt your driving style to the traffic  
conditions. Observe the traffic situation, be  
ready to take over steering and braking at  
any time, and actively intervene if the situa-  
tion warrants it.  
Collision with objects such as a skip or a  
boundary post.  
Collision with animals.  
Stone impact.  
Driving into a snow drift.  
Malfunction  
A Check Control message is shown.  
WARNING  
The system has been triggered or is  
faulty.  
Displays and warnings do not relieve you  
of your personal responsibility. System limits  
can mean that warnings or system respon-  
ses are not issued or are issued too late, in-  
correctly or for no reason. There is a risk of  
accident. Adapt your driving style to the traffic  
conditions. Observe the traffic situation and  
intervene actively if the situation warrants it.  
Immediately drive at moderate speed to an au-  
thorised Service Partner or another qualified  
Service Partner or a specialist workshop to  
have the system checked and repaired.  
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The system only takes into account objects  
within the detection range of the installed sen-  
sors and that are detected by the system.  
Turning on/turning off collision  
warning systems  
Depending on the national-market version,  
some of the systems are automatically active  
after every driving off.  
Depending on the equipment, the area is  
monitored by cameras or radar sensors.  
For this reason, the system may fail to respond  
or only respond after a delay.  
The following functions are adjustable.  
1.  
Apps menu  
System limits of the sensors  
For further information:  
2. "Vehicle apps"  
3. "Driving settings"  
Sensors in the vehicle, see page 41.  
4. "Driver assistance"  
5. "Safety and warnings"  
6. Select the desired settings.  
Front-collision warning  
Resetting settings  
The settings of the collision warning systems  
can be reset to the default settings for vehicle  
delivery.  
Principle  
The front-collision warning can help prevent  
accidents. If an accident cannot be avoided,  
the system may help reduce the severity of the  
accident.  
1.  
Apps menu  
2. "Vehicle apps"  
The system can issue a warning of a possible  
risk of collision and may activate the brakes  
independently.  
3. "Driving settings"  
4. "Driver assistance"  
5. "Safety and warnings"  
6. "Reset to recommended settings"  
General  
Depending on the equipment version, the  
front-collision warning system includes the  
following functions:  
System limits  
Warning function in rear-end collision situa-  
tions, see page 195.  
Safety information  
Warning function for oncoming traffic, see  
page 196.  
WARNING  
Due to system limitations, the system may  
not respond at all, or may respond too late,  
incorrectly or for no reason. There is a risk of  
accident or material damage. Observe the in-  
formation on the system limits and intervene  
actively if necessary.  
Warning function for turning with oncoming  
traffic, see page 197.  
Warning function for pedestrians, see  
page 198.  
Warning function at road junctions, see  
page 199.  
Evasion Assistant, see page 200.  
Detection capability  
The detection capability of the system is limi-  
ted.  
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Speed range  
The system issues a warning of a possi-  
ble risk of collision at speeds above approx.  
5 km/h/3 mph.  
WARNING  
The system does not relieve you of your per-  
sonal responsibility to assess the traffic situa-  
tion correctly. Due to system limits, it cannot  
respond independently and appropriately in  
all traffic situations. There is a risk of acci-  
dent. Adapt your driving style to the traffic  
conditions. Observe the traffic situation, be  
ready to take over steering and braking at  
any time, and actively intervene if the situa-  
tion warrants it.  
The system is temporarily disabled at speeds  
over approx. 250 km/h, 155 mph.  
Some functions are deactivated earlier.  
As soon as the speed drops below these val-  
ues again, the system is activated.  
Turning the front-collision warning  
on/off  
Switching on the system automatically  
Depending on the national-market version, the  
system is automatically active after every driv-  
ing off.  
WARNING  
Displays and warnings do not relieve you  
of your personal responsibility. System limits  
can mean that warnings or system respon-  
ses are not issued or are issued too late, in-  
correctly or for no reason. There is a risk of  
accident. Adapt your driving style to the traffic  
conditions. Observe the traffic situation and  
intervene actively if the situation warrants it.  
Switching the system on manually  
The system is activated when the warning  
time is set.  
For further information:  
Setting the warning time, see page 194.  
Switching the system off manually  
Depending on the national-market version, the  
setting can only be made at a vehicle standstill  
or in the very low speed range.  
WARNING  
Individual functions may malfunction when  
tow-starting or towing away with activa-  
ted front-collision warning or Cruise Control  
switched on. There is a risk of accident. Turn  
off the front-collision warning and Cruise  
Control before tow-starting or towing away.  
If necessary, the switch-off must be confirmed  
successively on the control display.  
1.  
Apps menu  
2. "Vehicle apps"  
3. "Driving settings"  
4. "Driver assistance"  
5. "Safety and warnings"  
6. "Front collision warning"  
7. "Off"  
Sensors  
Depending on the equipment, the system is  
controlled by the following sensors:  
Camera behind the windscreen.  
Front radar sensor.  
Side radar sensors, front.  
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Setting the warning time  
Icon  
Meaning  
1.  
Apps menu  
Risk of collision, for example, with a  
pedestrian.  
2. "Vehicle apps"  
3. "Driving settings"  
Risk of collision, for example, with an  
oncoming or a vehicle driving in front.  
4. "Driver assistance"  
5. "Safety and warnings"  
6. "Front collision warning"  
7. Select the desired setting.  
Risk of collision, e.g. with a crossing  
vehicle from the right.  
The higher the sensitivity of the warning time  
settings the more warnings are displayed. The  
system may therefore also issue more early or  
unfounded warnings and reactions.  
Risk of collision, e.g. with a crossing  
vehicle from the left.  
General risk of collision.  
The system checks for visual impairments. De-  
pending on equipment, the Driver Attention  
Camera in the instrument cluster monitors the  
driver's gaze behaviour. Visibility conditions  
and field of vision also affect the timing of the  
warnings.  
The display of the respective indicator light  
and warning light may vary because the sys-  
tem may detect multiple objects.  
Display in the instrument cluster  
Warning function  
The front-collision warning warns on different  
warning levels, depending on the respective  
hazardous situation.  
The following indicator lights and warning  
lights are shown in the instrument cluster and,  
depending on the equipment, in the Head-up  
display:  
In the event of a system warning, the driver  
must intervene immediately and in accordance  
with the situation.  
Icon  
Meaning  
Depending on equipment and na-  
tional-market version:  
A red warning light is illuminated:  
A hazardous situation has been detected.  
Increased awareness is required.  
Functional limitation detected, for ex-  
ample, due to system limits of the  
cameras or system failure. It is pos-  
sible to continue driving. Where appli-  
cable, observe the information from  
Check Control messages.  
A red warning light flashes:  
There is a risk of collision. Intervene your-  
self immediately.  
A warning signal sounds:  
System limits of the cameras, see  
page 41.  
There is a risk of collision. Intervene your-  
self immediately.  
Depending on equipment and na-  
tional-market version:  
Automatic brake intervention:  
Depending on the equipment and situation  
in case of an imminent danger of collision,  
the system can also intervene with an auto-  
matic brake intervention and automatically  
The system is switched off.  
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decelerate the vehicle, if necessary, to a  
complete standstill.  
The system only takes into account objects  
within the detection range of the installed sen-  
sors and that are detected by the system.  
When the brake pedal is pressed quickly and  
hard, the maximum brake force of the vehicle  
is used.  
Depending on the equipment, the area is  
monitored by cameras or radar sensors.  
For this reason, the system may fail to respond  
or only respond after a delay.  
Automatic brake intervention  
In case of a risk of collision, the system can  
assist with an automatic brake intervention, if  
necessary.  
System limits of the sensors  
For further information:  
At low speeds, the vehicle can be braked to a  
standstill.  
Sensors in the vehicle, see page 41.  
In the event of automatic brake intervention,  
Dynamic Stability Control may be activated au-  
tomatically.  
Functional limitations  
The system may have restricted functionality  
in situations such as the following:  
A brake intervention can be cancelled by suf-  
ficiently stepping on the accelerator pedal, re-  
leasing the brake pedal or with an active steer-  
ing wheel movement.  
In tight bends.  
With restriction of the driving stability con-  
trol systems.  
Up to 10 seconds after switching on drive-  
ready state using the Start/Stop button.  
Depending on the equipment and situation,  
the brake intervention can occur at speeds of  
up to approx. 250 km/h/155 mph.  
At speeds above approx. 210 km/h/130 mph,  
only a brief brake intervention will occur.  
Warning function in rear-end  
collision situations  
System limits  
Principle  
Safety information  
The warning function in rear-end collision sit-  
uations warns of a possible risk of collision and  
may brake independently.  
WARNING  
If an accident cannot be avoided, the system  
helps to reduce the collision speed.  
Due to system limitations, the system may  
not respond at all, or may respond too late,  
incorrectly or for no reason. There is a risk of  
accident or material damage. Observe the in-  
formation on the system limits and intervene  
actively if necessary.  
Detection capability  
The detection capability of the system is limi-  
ted.  
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Front-collision warning, see page 192.  
System limits  
General  
General  
Follow the limits of the system in the chapter  
Front-collision warning.  
Detection range  
The following situations may not be detected,  
or only detected with a delay, for instance:  
Sensors detect the traffic situation in their de-  
tection range.  
Slow driving vehicle in front being ap-  
proached at high speed.  
The system issues a warning of a possible risk  
of collision with vehicles at speeds above ap-  
prox. 5 km/h/3 mph. The timing of these warn-  
ings may vary depending on the current driving  
situation.  
Vehicles suddenly cutting in or decelerating  
heavily.  
Vehicles with unusual rear design.  
The drivers own driving behaviour is taken  
into account in the responses of the system.  
If an active driving style is detected, warnings  
and brake interventions are output less fre-  
quently.  
Warning function for  
oncoming traffic  
Principle  
The Warning function for oncoming traffic can  
issue a warning of a possible risk of collision  
with oncoming vehicles and apply the brakes  
independently, if needed.  
Safety information  
Follow the Safety Information in Chapter  
Front-collision warning.  
If an accident cannot be avoided, the system  
helps to reduce the collision speed.  
Display in the instrument cluster  
If there is a risk of collision with a detected  
vehicle, a warning light is displayed.  
General  
Icon  
Meaning  
Collision Warning with a detected ve-  
hicle.  
General risk of collision.  
Warning function  
The warning prompts the driver to intervene  
personally.  
Sensors detect the traffic situation in their de-  
tection range.  
For further information:  
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The system issues a warning of a possible risk  
of collision with vehicles at speeds above ap-  
prox. 5 km/h/3 mph. The timing of these warn-  
ings may vary depending on the current driving  
situation.  
Warning function for turning  
with oncoming traffic  
Principle  
There is a risk of an accident with oncoming  
vehicles when turning across the oncoming  
lane. The system can issue a warning of a  
possible risk of collision and may activate the  
brakes independently.  
Safety information  
Follow the Safety Information in Chapter  
Front-collision warning.  
Display in the instrument cluster  
If there is a risk of collision with a detected  
vehicle, a warning light is displayed.  
If an accident cannot be avoided, the system  
helps to reduce the collision speed.  
General  
Icon  
Meaning  
Oncoming traffic warning when a ve-  
hicle is detected.  
General risk of collision.  
Warning function  
The warning prompts the driver to intervene  
personally.  
Sensors detect the traffic situation in their de-  
tection range.  
In case of a risk of collision, a brake interven-  
tion is triggered.  
The system issues a warning of a possible risk  
of collision with oncoming vehicles at speeds  
from approx. 5 km/h/3 mph. The timing of  
these warnings may vary depending on the  
current driving situation.  
For further information:  
Front-collision warning, see page 192.  
System limits  
Safety information  
Follow the Safety Information in Chapter  
Front-collision warning.  
General  
Follow the limits of the system in the chapter  
Front-collision warning.  
Display in the instrument cluster  
If there is a risk of collision with a detected  
vehicle, a warning light is displayed.  
Detection range  
For example the following might not be detec-  
ted:  
Oncoming vehicles at a very high speed.  
Vehicles with an unusual front view.  
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Meaning  
If an accident cannot be avoided, the system  
helps to reduce the collision speed.  
Icon  
Oncoming traffic warning when a ve-  
hicle is detected.  
General  
General risk of collision.  
Warning function  
The warning prompts the driver to intervene  
personally.  
For further information:  
Front-collision warning, see page 192.  
Sensors detect the traffic situation in their de-  
tection range on a straight line.  
System limits  
General  
Follow the limits of the system in the chapter  
Front-collision warning.  
Detection range  
For example the following might not be detec-  
ted:  
Oncoming vehicles at a very high speed.  
Vehicles that are hidden by other vehicles.  
Vehicles with an unusual front view.  
Sensors detect the traffic situation in their de-  
tection range when turning off.  
The system issues a warning of a possible risk  
of collision with pedestrians at speeds above  
approx. 5 km/h/3 mph.  
Upper speed limit  
The system is active when the own speed is  
below approx. 25 km/h/15 mph.  
Safety information  
Follow the Safety Information in Chapter  
Front-collision warning.  
Warning function for  
pedestrians  
Display in the instrument cluster  
If there is a risk of collision with a detected  
person, a warning light is displayed.  
Principle  
The warning function for pedestrians warns  
of the risk of collision with pedestrians and cy-  
clists at speeds that are common in towns and  
cities. The system may brake automatically if  
necessary.  
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Upper speed limit  
Icon  
Meaning  
Depending on the equipment, the system re-  
acts to pedestrians when your own speed is up  
to 80 km/h, approx. 50 mph.  
Risk of collision with a pedestrian.  
General risk of collision.  
Warning function at road  
junctions  
Warning function  
The warning prompts the driver to intervene  
personally.  
Principle  
The warning function at road junctions can  
warn of a possible risk of collision with crossing  
traffic at intersections and junctions at speeds  
that are common in towns and cities. The sys-  
tem may brake automatically if necessary.  
For further information:  
Front-collision warning, see page 192.  
System limits  
If an accident cannot be avoided, the system  
helps to reduce the collision speed.  
General  
Follow the limits of the system in the chapter  
Front-collision warning.  
General  
Detection range  
Sensors detect the traffic situation in their de-  
tection range.  
Vehicles that cross the vehicle's direction of  
travel can be detected by the system as soon  
as these vehicles enter the detection range of  
the sensors.  
The detection range consists of the following  
parts:  
Area in front of the vehicle, arrow 1.  
With side radar sensors in front: side areas,  
arrows 2.  
A warning is given at road junctions and cross-  
roads if there is a risk of collision with crossing  
traffic.  
For example the following might not be detec-  
ted:  
The system issues a warning of a possible risk  
of collision with vehicles at speeds above ap-  
prox. 5 km/h/3 mph.  
Partially covered pedestrians or bikes.  
Pedestrians that are not detected as such  
because of their contour or posture.  
The timing of these warnings may vary de-  
pending on the current driving situation.  
Pedestrians with insufficient height.  
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Upper speed limit  
Safety information  
The system responds to crossing vehicles  
when your own speed is below approx.  
80 km/h, approx. 50 mph.  
Follow the Safety Information in Chapter  
Front-collision warning.  
Display in the instrument cluster  
If there is a risk of collision with a detected  
vehicle, a warning light is displayed.  
Evasion Assistant  
Icon  
Meaning  
Principle  
Risk of collision with crossing vehicle  
from right.  
The Evasion Assistant can support the driver  
in making evasive manoeuvres in certain situa-  
tions, for example, when obstacles or persons  
suddenly appear.  
Risk of collision with crossing vehicle  
from left.  
General  
General risk of collision.  
Warning function  
The warning prompts the driver to intervene  
personally.  
For further information:  
Front-collision warning, see page 192.  
The system issues warnings and intervenes to  
provide support if there is a possibility to take  
an avoidance manoeuvre to the side.  
System limits  
General  
Sensors monitor and detect the clearance in  
front of the vehicle. Depending on the equip-  
ment, the areas next to the vehicle are also  
monitored.  
Follow the limits of the system in the chapter  
Front-collision warning.  
Detection range  
For example the following might not be detec-  
ted:  
The system uses a detected free space for  
avoidance by safely supporting the avoidance  
manoeuvre carried out by the driver with auto-  
matic steering movements.  
Crossing vehicles concealed by buildings,  
for example.  
Safety information  
Follow the Safety Information in Chapter  
Front-collision warning.  
Vehicles with an unusual side appearance.  
Vehicles in highly dynamic driving situa-  
tions.  
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Slow driving vehicle in front being ap-  
proached at high speed.  
Operating requirements  
Front-collision warning is active.  
Vehicles suddenly cutting in or decelerating  
heavily.  
Sensors detect adequate space around the  
vehicle.  
Vehicles with unusual rear design.  
Two-wheeled vehicles ahead.  
Display in the instrument cluster  
If there is a risk of collision with a detected  
vehicle or person, a warning light is displayed.  
Partially covered pedestrians or bikes.  
Pedestrians that are not detected as such  
because of their contour or posture.  
Icon  
Meaning  
Pedestrians with insufficient height.  
Warning when a vehicle is detected.  
Exit warning  
Warning when a person is detected.  
Warning for unknown obstacles.  
Principle  
The exit warning helps to avoid accidents.  
The system can warn the passengers when  
they are opening the doors and a risk of colli-  
sion with approaching objects is detected.  
Warning function with evasion  
support  
If the vehicle approaches another object at a  
high differential speed, a warning is displayed  
if there is an immediate risk of collision.  
General  
Intervene in case of a warning.  
The system provides support for the driver's  
avoidance manoeuvres if there is a risk of colli-  
sion.  
A message in the instrument cluster and, de-  
pending on the equipment, in the Head-up dis-  
play signals the evasion support.  
Two radar sensors in the rear bumper monitor  
the area behind the vehicle.  
System limits  
Depending on the equipment, the area in front  
of the vehicle is also monitored. For this pur-  
pose, two further radar sensors are located in  
the front bumper.  
General  
Follow the limits of the system in the chapter  
Front-collision warning.  
The system monitors the area around the ve-  
hicle for a limited time after getting in or after  
parking.  
Detection range  
For example the following might not be detec-  
ted:  
A possible risk of collision is indicated by vari-  
ous warning functions.  
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3. "Driving settings"  
4. "Driver assistance"  
5. "Safety and warnings"  
6. "Exit warning"  
Safety information  
Follow the safety information in the Chapter  
Collision warning systems.  
Sensors  
7. "Warning tone"  
The system is controlled using the following  
sensors:  
Displays  
Side radar sensors, rear.  
Warning light in the exterior mirror  
Depending on the equipment: side radar  
sensors, front.  
Turning the exit warning on/off  
Switching on the system automatically  
The exit warning activates automatically after  
departure if the function was turned on at the  
end of the last journey.  
Switching the system off manually  
The warning light in the exterior mirror warns  
of a possible collision.  
1.  
Apps menu  
2. "Vehicle apps"  
3. "Driving settings"  
4. "Driver assistance"  
5. "Safety and warnings"  
6. "Exit warning"  
7. "Off"  
Ambient lighting  
Depending on the equipment, warnings are  
also indicated by the ambient lighting in the  
interior.  
Warning function  
Adjusting the exit warning  
Advance warning  
1.  
Apps menu  
In the event of an advance warning, the warn-  
ing light in the exterior mirror is illuminated.  
Depending on the equipment, the ambient  
lighting also flashes.  
2. "Vehicle apps"  
3. "Driving settings"  
4. "Driver assistance"  
5. "Safety and warnings"  
6. "Exit warning"  
An object was detected in the opening range.  
Increased awareness is required.  
Acute warning  
7. Select the desired setting.  
In the event of an acute warning, the warning  
light in the exterior mirror flashes and, depend-  
ing on the equipment, the ambient lighting also  
flashes. An acoustic signal also sounds.  
Switching the warning signal on/off  
1.  
Apps menu  
2. "Vehicle apps"  
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There is a risk of collision when opening the  
doors.  
General  
System limits  
General  
Follow the limits of the system in the chapter  
Collision warning systems.  
Detection range  
For example the following might not be detec-  
ted:  
Sensors detect the traffic situation in their de-  
tection range.  
Fully or partially hidden objects.  
Stationary or very slow objects.  
Pedestrians.  
The system issues a warning starting at a min-  
imum speed. The minimum speed is country-  
specific and displayed on the control display.  
Warnings are displayed in the instrument clus-  
ter. In addition, the steering wheel is vibrating.  
Functional limitations  
The system may have restricted functionality  
in situations such as the following:  
The system does not issue a warning if the  
driver indicates in the corresponding direction  
before leaving the driving lane.  
The speed of an approaching vehicle is too  
fast or too slow.  
Safety information  
In curves.  
In case of fully or partially hidden objects.  
WARNING  
The system does not relieve you of your per-  
sonal responsibility to assess the layout of  
the road and the traffic situation. There is a  
risk of accident. Adapt your driving style to  
the traffic conditions. Observe the traffic sit-  
uation and intervene actively if the situation  
warrants it. In the event of a warning, do  
not move the steering wheel unnecessarily  
abruptly.  
Lane Departure Warning  
with active return  
Principle  
The Lane Departure Warning issues a warning  
if the vehicle leaves the road or its driving lane.  
An automatic steering intervention may help in  
keeping the vehicle in its lane.  
WARNING  
Displays and warnings do not relieve you  
of your personal responsibility. System limits  
can mean that warnings or system respon-  
ses are not issued or are issued too late, in-  
correctly or for no reason. There is a risk of  
accident. Adapt your driving style to the traffic  
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conditions. Observe the traffic situation and  
intervene actively if the situation warrants it.  
5. "Safety and warnings"  
6. "Lane departure warning"  
7. "Off"  
Operating requirements  
The lane marking must be detected by the  
camera in order for the Lane Departure Warn-  
ing to be active.  
Setting the Lane Departure Warning  
Setting the warning time  
1.  
Apps menu  
The areas of the sensors must be clean and  
clear.  
2. "Vehicle apps"  
3. "Driving settings"  
Sensors  
4. "Driver assistance"  
5. "Safety and warnings"  
6. "Lane departure warning"  
7. Select the desired setting.  
Depending on the equipment, the system is  
controlled by the following sensors:  
Camera behind the windscreen.  
Front radar sensor.  
"Expanded"  
Side radar sensor, front.  
Side radar sensor, rear.  
If the system detects that the vehicle is  
about to leave the lane or cross a lane  
marking, a warning is issued. The sys-  
tem performs a steering intervention.  
Turning the Lane Departure  
Warning on/off  
"In dangerous situations"  
If the lane marking is interrupted: if driv-  
ing over the lane is detected as uninten-  
tional or the radar sensors detect an on-  
coming vehicle, a warning is issued and  
steering intervention is carried out.  
Switching on the system automatically  
Depending on the national-market version, the  
system is automatically active after every driv-  
ing off.  
If the lane markings are solid, depend-  
ing on the national-market version: if the  
system detects that the vehicle is unin-  
tentionally leaving the lane or crossing a  
lane marking, a warning is issued and a  
steering intervention is performed.  
Switching the system on manually  
The system is activated when the warning  
time is set.  
For further information:  
Setting the warning time, see page 204.  
Adjusting the strength of the steering  
wheel vibration  
Switching the system off manually  
Depending on the equipment and national-  
market version, the switch-off must be con-  
firmed successively on the control display.  
1.  
Apps menu  
2. "Vehicle apps"  
3. "Driving settings"  
1.  
Apps menu  
4. "Driver assistance"  
5. "Feedback via steering wheel"  
2. "Vehicle apps"  
3. "Driving settings"  
4. "Driver assistance"  
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Icon  
Meaning  
7. Select the desired setting.  
The warning light is illuminated yel-  
low: functional limitation detected, for  
example, due to low sun or system  
failure. It is possible to continue driv-  
ing. Where applicable, observe the  
information from Check Control mes-  
sages.  
The setting is applied to all collision warning  
systems.  
Depending on the national-market  
version: switch steering intervention  
on/off  
1.  
Apps menu  
The warning light flashes yellow: a  
warning is issued actively. The sys-  
tem does not carry out any steering  
interventions.  
2. "Vehicle apps"  
3. "Driving settings"  
4. "Driver assistance"  
5. "Safety and warnings"  
6. "Lane departure warning"  
7. "Steering intervention"  
The warning light is illuminated grey:  
the system is switched off or auto-  
matically deactivated, for example,  
because DSC OFF is activated.  
Depending on the national-market version,  
steering intervention is automatically active  
whenever you drive off.  
The warning light flashes grey: a  
warning is issued actively. The sys-  
tem does not carry out any steering  
interventions.  
Display in the instrument cluster  
Depending on the equipment and national-  
market version, different system statuses are  
displayed in the instrument cluster.  
Depending on vehicle equipment and national-  
market version, the information from the sys-  
tem in Assisted View is displayed on the in-  
strument cluster.  
Icon  
Meaning  
For further information:  
The indicator light is illuminated  
green: the system is switched on. A  
lane marking has been detected on  
at least one side of the vehicle. The  
system is ready to intervene and is-  
sue warnings. The system can per-  
form steering interventions.  
Assisted View, see page 173.  
Warning function  
When leaving the driving lane  
If the vehicle leaves the driving lane and a  
lane boundary is detected, the steering wheel  
vibrates depending on the steering wheel vi-  
bration setting.  
The indicator light flashes green: the  
system actively issues a warning. If  
necessary, the system performs a  
steering intervention.  
In addition, the indicator light flashes  
green.  
If the turn indicator is switched on in the corre-  
sponding direction before changing lanes, no  
warning is issued.  
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Steering intervention  
In trailer operation  
Depending on the national-market version and  
equipment: if a lane boundary is crossed in the  
speed range up to 210 km/h, approx. 130 mph,  
the system may respond with an active steer-  
ing intervention in addition to the steering  
wheel vibration. The system is helping the  
driver keep the vehicle in driving lane. Steering  
intervention can be felt at the steering wheel,  
and can be overridden manually at any time.  
If the trailer socket is occupied or the trailer  
operation is activated, for example during op-  
eration with a trailer, no steering intervention  
takes place.  
When a bicycle carrier or load carrier is used  
on the trailer tow hitch, this limitation does  
not apply when trailer operation is activated  
accordingly on the control display.  
For further information:  
When steering intervention is active,  
the indicator light flashes green.  
Towing a trailer, see page 348.  
Cancellation of the warning  
For example, the warning or an active steering  
intervention is cancelled in the following situa-  
tions:  
For example, steering intervention is sup-  
pressed in the following situations:  
If the vehicle is accelerating rapidly or brak-  
ing heavily.  
Automatically after a few seconds.  
On returning to the correct lane.  
On indicating.  
If the hazard warning lights are switched  
on.  
If the vehicle is accelerating rapidly or brak-  
ing heavily.  
In driving situations with high driving dy-  
namics.  
If the hazard warning lights are switched  
on.  
When Dynamic Stability Control is regulat-  
ing the driving stability.  
On indicating.  
When Dynamic Stability Control is regulat-  
ing the driving stability.  
While Dynamic Stability Control is restric-  
ted.  
Directly after a steering intervention by the  
vehicle systems.  
Directly after a steering intervention by the  
vehicle systems.  
With manual steering intervention.  
Warning signal  
Possibly when another driver assistance  
system is activated.  
Depending on the national-market version: in  
the event of multiple active steering interven-  
tions by the system within 3 minutes with-  
out the driver's intervention at the steering  
wheel during the steering intervention itself, an  
acoustic warning will sound. A short warning  
signal will sound at the second steering inter-  
vention. A longer warning signal sounds from  
the third steering intervention onwards.  
No lane boundary detected.  
When the system limits are reached.  
System limits  
General  
Follow the limits of the system in the chapter  
Collision warning systems.  
A Check Control message is also displayed.  
The warning signal and Check Control mes-  
sage advise to pay closer attention to the lane.  
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Functional limitations  
The system may have restricted functionality  
in situations such as the following:  
General  
When there are missing, worn, poorly visi-  
ble, merging/separating or ambiguous lane  
boundaries, for example, in areas where  
there are roadworks.  
With lane boundaries that are covered in  
snow, ice, dirt or water.  
In tight corners or on narrow roads.  
The system is operational after a minimum  
speed has been reached and uses radar sen-  
sors to monitor the area behind and adjacent  
to the vehicle.  
With lane boundaries that are not white.  
With lane boundaries that are covered by  
objects.  
If the vehicle is too close to the vehicle  
ahead.  
The minimum speed is country-specific and  
displayed in the Lane Change Warning menu.  
Up to 10 seconds after switching on drive-  
ready state using the Start/Stop button.  
The system indicates when vehicles are in the  
blind spot, arrow 1, or are approaching from  
the rear in an adjacent lane, arrow 2. The  
warning light in the exterior mirror is illumina-  
ted at a dimmed level.  
When Dynamic Stability Control is regulat-  
ing the driving stability.  
While Dynamic Stability Control is restric-  
ted.  
In the previously named situations, the system  
will warn prior to a lane change. The warn-  
ing light in the exterior mirror flashes and the  
steering wheel vibrates.  
A Check Control message may be displayed  
if functionality is restricted. Depending on the  
national-market version, a yellow warning light  
is also illuminated.  
When turning at a speed of up to approx.  
20 km/h, approx. 12 mph, the steering wheel  
will not vibrate.  
Lane Change Warning with  
active return  
Safety information  
Follow the safety information in the Chapter  
Collision warning systems.  
Principle  
Lane Change Warning detects vehicles in the  
blind spot, or if vehicles are approaching from  
behind in the adjacent lane.  
Sensors  
The system is controlled using the following  
sensors:  
The warning light in the exterior mirror warns  
in different stages.  
Camera behind the windscreen.  
Side radar sensors, rear.  
An automatic steering intervention may help in  
keeping the vehicle in its lane.  
Depending on the equipment: side radar  
sensors, front.  
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Depending on the national-market  
version: switch steering intervention  
on/off  
Operating requirements  
The areas of the sensors must be clean and  
clear.  
1.  
Apps menu  
Turning the Lane Change Warning  
on/off  
2. "Vehicle apps"  
3. "Driving settings"  
1.  
Apps menu  
4. "Driver assistance"  
5. "Safety and warnings"  
6. "Lane change warning"  
7. "Steering intervention"  
2. "Vehicle apps"  
3. "Driving settings"  
4. "Driver assistance"  
5. "Safety and warnings"  
6. "Lane change warning"  
7. Select the desired setting.  
Display in the instrument cluster  
Depending on the equipment and national-  
market version, different system statuses are  
displayed in the instrument cluster.  
Adjusting the Lane Change Warning  
Icon  
Meaning  
Setting the warning time  
The indicator light is illuminated  
green: the system is switched on.  
Warnings are issued within the sys-  
tem limits and, if necessary, steering  
interventions are carried out.  
1.  
Apps menu  
2. "Vehicle apps"  
3. "Driving settings"  
4. "Driver assistance"  
5. "Safety and warnings"  
6. "Lane change warning"  
7. Select the desired setting.  
The warning light is illuminated grey:  
the system is switched on. No warn-  
ings are issued temporarily. At least  
one functional requirement has not  
been met, for example the minimum  
speed has not been reached.  
Adjusting the strength of the steering  
wheel vibration  
1.  
The warning light is illuminated yel-  
low: functional limitation detected, for  
example, due to dirty radar sensors  
or system failure. It is possible to  
continue driving. Where applicable,  
observe the information from Check  
Control messages.  
Apps menu  
2. "Vehicle apps"  
3. "Driving settings"  
4. "Driver assistance"  
5. "Feedback via steering wheel"  
6. "Vibration intensity"  
7. Select the desired setting.  
The indicator light is illuminated grey:  
the system is switched off.  
The setting is applied to all collision warning  
systems.  
Depending on vehicle equipment and national-  
market version, the information from the sys-  
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tem in Assisted View is displayed on the in-  
strument cluster.  
Steering intervention  
Depending on the national-market version: if  
there is no response to the steering wheel vi-  
brations and a lane boundary is crossed at  
speeds of up to 210 km/h, approx. 130 mph,  
the system responds with an active steering  
intervention if necessary. The steering inter-  
vention helps to return the vehicle to its driving  
lane. Steering intervention can be felt at the  
steering wheel, and can be overridden man-  
ually at any time.  
For further information:  
Assisted View, see page 173.  
Warning function  
Warning light in the exterior mirror  
The steering intervention is carried out from  
a minimum speed. The minimum speed is dis-  
played on the control display.  
Brief flashing of the warning light  
Brief flashing of the warning light in exterior  
mirror during vehicle unlocking serves as sys-  
tem self-test.  
The warning light in the exterior mirror warns  
of a possible collision.  
System limits  
Advance warning  
The dimmed warning light in the exterior mirror  
indicates when vehicles are in the blind spot or  
are approaching from the rear.  
General  
Follow the limits of the system in the chapter  
Collision warning systems.  
Acute warning  
Upper speed limit  
In the event of an acute warning, the steering  
wheel vibrates briefly. The warning light in the  
exterior mirror flashes brightly.  
The system is temporarily disabled at speeds  
over approx. 250 km/h, 155 mph.  
The system is activated again at speeds under  
approx. 250 km/h, approx. 155 mph.  
An acute warning is issued if the following con-  
ditions are met:  
Warning displays  
Another vehicle is located in the critical  
area.  
Depending on the selected setting for warn-  
ings, for example the warning time, it is pos-  
sible that more or fewer warnings will be  
displayed. As a result, there may also be an in-  
creased number of premature warnings about  
critical situations.  
Your own vehicle is approaching the other  
lane.  
Depending on the system setting when the  
turn indicator is turned on.  
The warning stops when the other vehicle has  
left the critical area.  
Functional limitations  
The system may have restricted functionality  
in situations such as the following:  
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The speed of the approaching vehicle is  
much faster than your own speed.  
General  
In tight corners or on narrow roads.  
The bumper is dirty, iced up or covered,  
for instance by stickers.  
Depending on the national-market version, the  
steering intervention may be restricted, for ex-  
ample in the following situations:  
When there are missing, worn, poorly visi-  
ble, merging/separating or ambiguous lane  
boundaries, for example, in areas where  
there are roadworks.  
Radar sensors monitor the area adjacent to  
the vehicle from a minimum speed up to ap-  
proximately , 210 km/h, approx. 130 mph.  
With lane boundaries that are covered in  
snow, ice, dirt or water.  
The minimum speed is country-specific and  
displayed on the control display.  
With lane boundaries that are not white.  
With lane boundaries that are covered by  
objects.  
If another vehicle is detected adjacent to the  
vehicle and there is a risk of a side collision  
the system helps the driver to avoid a col-  
lision. For this purpose, the system issues a  
warning with a flashing LED in the exterior mir-  
ror, a Check Control message and a vibrating  
steering wheel. An active steering intervention  
is performed by the system if necessary.  
If the vehicle is too close to the vehicle  
ahead.  
If the camera is impaired.  
Up to 10 seconds after switching on drive-  
ready state using the Start/Stop button.  
A Check Control message may be displayed  
if functionality is restricted. Depending on the  
national-market version, a yellow warning light  
is also illuminated.  
Safety information  
Follow the safety information in the Chapter  
Collision warning systems.  
The system may be restricted or inactive when  
the trailer socket is occupied or when the trailer  
operation is activated, for example, when oper-  
ating with a trailer or bicycle carrier. A Check  
Control message is shown.  
Operating requirements  
The camera behind the windscreen detects the  
position of the lane boundaries.  
The lane boundaries must be detected by the  
camera in order for the side collision warning  
with steering intervention to be active.  
Side collision warning  
Sensors  
Principle  
The system is controlled using the following  
sensors:  
The side collision warning helps to avoid an  
imminent side collision.  
Camera behind the windscreen.  
Side radar sensors, front.  
Side radar sensors, rear.  
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Turning the side-collision warning  
on/off  
Warning function  
Warning light in the exterior mirror  
1.  
Apps menu  
2. "Vehicle apps"  
3. "Driving settings"  
4. "Driver assistance"  
5. "Safety and warnings"  
6. "Side collision warning"  
7. Select the desired setting.  
Adjusting the strength of the  
steering wheel vibration  
The warning light in the exterior mirror warns  
of a possible collision.  
1.  
Apps menu  
2. "Vehicle apps"  
Acute warning  
If there is a risk of collision, the warning light  
in the exterior mirror flashes and the steering  
wheel starts vibrating.  
3. "Driving settings"  
4. "Driver assistance"  
5. "Feedback via steering wheel"  
6. "Vibration intensity"  
7. Select the desired setting.  
A Check Control message is displayed at the  
same time.  
The setting is applied to all collision warning  
systems.  
Steering intervention  
Depending on the national-market version, an  
active steering intervention takes place if nec-  
essary to prevent a collision and keep the vehi-  
cle in its own lane. Steering intervention can be  
felt at the steering wheel, and can be overrid-  
den manually at any time.  
Displays in the instrument cluster  
Depending on vehicle equipment and national-  
market version, the information from the sys-  
tem in Assisted View is displayed on the in-  
strument cluster.  
For further information:  
System limits  
Assisted View, see page 173.  
General  
Follow the limits of the system in the chapter  
Collision warning systems.  
Functional limitations  
The system may have restricted functionality  
in situations such as the following:  
In tight corners or on narrow roads.  
When there are missing, worn, poorly visi-  
ble, merging/separating or ambiguous lane  
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boundaries, for example, in areas where  
there are roadworks.  
The hazard warning lights are switched on  
if appropriate.  
With lane boundaries that are covered in  
snow, ice, dirt or water.  
PreCrash functions are triggered if appro-  
priate.  
With lane boundaries that are not white.  
With lane boundaries that are covered by  
objects.  
Safety information  
Follow the safety information in the Chapter  
Collision warning systems.  
If the vehicle is too close to the vehicle  
ahead.  
Sensors  
Up to 10 seconds after switching on drive-  
ready state using the Start/Stop button.  
The system is controlled via the radar sensors  
at the side in the rear.  
A Check Control message may be displayed if  
functionality is restricted.  
Switching Rear Collision Prevention  
on/off  
The system is automatically activated at the  
start of each journey.  
The system is inactive when the trailer socket  
is occupied or when the trailer operation is  
activated, for example, when operating with a  
trailer or bicycle carrier. A Check Control mes-  
sage is shown.  
The system is deactivated in the following sit-  
uations:  
Rear Collision Prevention  
When reversing.  
If the trailer socket is occupied or trailer op-  
eration is activated, for example when op-  
erating with a trailer or bicycle carrier.  
Principle  
Depending on vehicle equipment and national-  
market version, Rear Collision Prevention can  
respond to vehicles approaching from behind.  
System limits  
General  
General  
Follow the limits of the system in the chapter  
Collision warning systems.  
Functional limitations  
The function may be restricted if the speed of  
the approaching vehicle is much higher or sim-  
ilar to the own speed.  
Road Priority Warning  
Radar sensors monitor the area behind the ve-  
hicle.  
Principle  
If a vehicle is approaching from behind at a  
relevant speed, the system can respond as fol-  
lows:  
The Road Priority Warning provides support  
in situations where road signs or traffic lights  
indicate that the driver must give way.  
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Sensors  
The system uses a camera behind the wind-  
screen to evaluate the road signs and traffic  
lights.  
The system is controlled by the camera behind  
the windscreen.  
Turning the Road Priority Warning  
on/off  
The navigation system forwards information  
regarding the road layout to the system.  
A warning is given if a right-of-way is about to  
be violated in the following traffic situations, for  
example:  
1.  
Apps menu  
2. "Vehicle apps"  
3. "Driving settings"  
At a road junction.  
4. "Driver assistance"  
5. "Safety and warnings"  
6. "Give way warning"  
7. Select the desired setting.  
At a T-junction.  
On an entry slip road slip road.  
At a roundabout.  
In the event of a red traffic light.  
Starting from a variable minimum speed, the  
system issues warnings from and up to ap-  
proximately 80 km/h/50 mph.  
Setting the warning time  
1.  
Apps menu  
2. "Vehicle apps"  
The following road signs are taken into ac-  
count for the Road Priority Warning:  
3. "Driving settings"  
4. "Driver assistance"  
5. "Safety and warnings"  
6. "Give way warning"  
7. Select the desired setting.  
Signs Meaning  
Give way signs:  
An advance warning is issued for  
these road signs.  
The selected setting is saved and adopted for  
the next journey.  
Stop signs.  
An advance warning and an acute  
warning are issued for these road  
signs.  
Warning function  
General  
The system warns in two stages:  
Red traffic lights result in output of an  
advance warning and an acute warn-  
ing.  
Advance warning: visually by means of an  
icon in the instrument cluster.  
Safety information  
Follow the safety information in the Chapter  
Collision warning systems.  
Acute warning: visually by means of an icon  
in the instrument cluster and with an addi-  
tional acoustic signal.  
The timing of the warnings may vary depend-  
ing on the current driving situation and the set  
warning time.  
Operating requirements  
The road priority situation must be unambig-  
uously directed by road signs or light signal  
systems.  
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Advance warning  
System limits  
If there is a risk that road priority is about to be  
ignored, one of the following icons appears in  
the instrument cluster:  
General  
Follow the limits of the system in the chapter  
Collision warning systems.  
Icon  
Meaning  
Give way.  
No Warning  
The system provides no warning in situations  
such as the following:  
Stop.  
In road priority situations without Give  
Waysigns, Stopsigns or red light signal  
systems.  
Red traffic light.  
At road junctions with relevant traffic lights  
that illuminate yellow or green.  
When an advance warning is issued, intervene  
as appropriate for the situation; for example,  
by braking.  
Functional limitations  
The system may have restricted functionality  
in situations such as the following:  
If road signs or light signal systems are un-  
clear.  
Acute warning  
If there is an imminent risk that right-of-way is  
about to be ignored, an acoustic signal sounds  
and one of the following icons appears in the  
instrument cluster:  
If road signs or light signal systems are fully  
or partially concealed or soiled.  
If road signs or light signal systems are dif-  
ficult to read or rotated.  
Icon  
Meaning  
If road signs or light signal systems are too  
small or too large.  
Stop.  
With road signs that do not correspond to  
the standard.  
Red traffic light.  
If road signs are detected that apply to a  
merging or parallel road.  
If the road signs or road layouts are specific  
to one country.  
When an acute warning is issued, immediately  
intervene as appropriate for the situation; for  
example, by braking.  
At road junctions with flashing light signal  
systems.  
Up to 10 seconds after switching on drive-  
ready state using the Start/Stop button.  
Display in the Head-up display  
Depending on the equipment, the warning is  
displayed in the Head-up display at the same  
time as in the instrument cluster.  
In the case of navigation data that is inva-  
lid, outdated or not available.  
The system may not be available or may  
only be available to a limited extent is some  
countries.  
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Warnings are displayed in the instrument clus-  
ter and, depending on the equipment, in the  
Head-up display.  
Wrong-way Warning  
Principle  
The Wrong-way Warning issues a warning if  
the driver is about to drive the wrong way, for  
example on motorways, roundabouts and one-  
way streets.  
System limits  
General  
Follow the limits of the system in the chapter  
Collision warning systems.  
General  
Depending on the equipment, the system will  
check the traffic situation based on navigation  
data and road signs.  
No Warning  
The system provides no warning if the road  
layout is not indicated by road signs, for exam-  
ple.  
The system will take into account road signs  
such as the following:  
No entry.  
Functional limitations  
The system may have restricted functionality,  
or give no Wrong-way Warning at all, in situa-  
tions such as the following:  
Roundabout.  
Direction arrows: keep right/left signs.  
Safety information  
Follow the safety information in the Chapter  
Collision warning systems.  
If the road signs are ambiguous.  
If the road signs are fully or partially cov-  
ered or soiled.  
If the road signs are poorly visible or twis-  
ted.  
Operating requirements  
The road layout ahead must be unambigu-  
ously indicated by road signs.  
If the road signs are too small or too large.  
With road signs that do not correspond to  
the standard.  
Sensors  
If road signs are detected that apply to a  
merging or parallel road.  
The system is controlled by the camera behind  
the windscreen.  
If the road signs or road layouts are specific  
to one country.  
Turning Wrong-way Warning on/off  
Depending on the national-market version, the  
Wrong-way Warning is automatically activated  
after each start of the journey.  
Up to 10 seconds after switching on drive-  
ready state using the Start/Stop button.  
In the case of navigation data that is inva-  
lid, outdated or not available.  
It may not be possible to use the system in  
all countries.  
Warning function  
A warning is displayed and an acoustic  
signal sounds, for example when the  
vehicle is travelling in the wrong direc-  
tion on a motorway, roundabout or one-way  
street.  
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The Emergency Stop Assistant can also be ac-  
tivated via voice input.  
Emergency Stop Assistant  
For further information:  
Principle  
BMW Intelligent Personal Assistant, see  
page 59.  
If the driver can no longer drive the vehicle  
safely, the Emergency Stop Assistant helps to  
bring the vehicle to a safe standstill.  
An immediate emergency call can be triggered  
on the control display.  
The following is performed automatically when  
the Emergency Stop Assistant is activated:  
General  
The Emergency Stop Assistant is activated au-  
tomatically.  
A display is shown in the instrument clus-  
ter.  
If the system is activated, the vehicle is  
brought to a standstill within its own lane by  
means of lane tracking.  
The system takes control of the vehicle until  
the vehicle comes to a standstill.  
The hazard warning lights are switched on.  
Safety information  
Depending on the equipment, an emer-  
gency call is triggered at standstill.  
WARNING  
Activating/deactivating the  
Emergency Stop Assistant  
The system does not relieve you of your per-  
sonal responsibility to assess your physical  
condition correctly. Increasing inattention or  
fatigue might not be detected, or may not be  
detected in good time. There is a risk of acci-  
dent. Make sure that the driver is rested and  
alert. Adapt your driving style to the traffic  
conditions.  
1.  
Apps menu  
2. "Vehicle apps"  
3. "Driving settings"  
4. "Driver assistance"  
5. "Safety and warnings"  
6. "Emergency stop"  
7. Select the desired setting.  
Operating requirements  
Emergency Stop Assistant is activated via  
iDrive.  
Cancelling the Emergency Stop  
Assistant  
At any time during the process, the driver can  
cancel the Emergency Stop Assistant function  
by actively taking control of the vehicle.  
The function is activated from a speed of  
approx. 70 km/h, approx. 43 mph.  
The Driver Attention Camera detects driver  
activity.  
For example, the system is cancelled in the  
following situations:  
Activating the Emergency Stop  
Assistant  
If the system detects that the driver is no lon-  
ger driving the vehicle safely or is ignoring  
warnings, the Emergency Stop Assistant is ac-  
tivated automatically. The activated system is  
displayed in the instrument cluster.  
With strong countersteering.  
On indicating.  
If the accelerator pedal is pressed hard.  
When the hazard warning lights are  
switched off.  
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If the system is interrupted on the control  
display.  
General  
When changing the selector lever position,  
if the vehicle was already at a standstill.  
When the vehicle is at a standstill  
As soon as the vehicle is at a standstill, the  
system configures the following settings:  
The vehicle is secured to prevent it from  
rolling away.  
The area behind to the vehicle is monitored by  
sensors.  
The interior lights are switched on.  
The central locking system is unlocked.  
Depending on the equipment, the area in front  
of the vehicle is also monitored.  
Displays in the instrument cluster  
The system indicates when other road users  
are approaching.  
Icon  
Status  
In case of a risk of collision when driving in re-  
verse, the system will provide assistance with  
an automatic brake intervention.  
Emergency Stop Assistant has trig-  
gered.  
Follow the information in the Chapter Parking  
assistance systems.  
System limits  
The system cannot replace the abilities of a  
safe driver.  
Safety information  
The Emergency Stop Assistant may have re-  
stricted functionality in situations such as the  
following:  
WARNING  
The system does not relieve you of your per-  
sonal responsibility to assess the traffic situa-  
tion correctly. Due to system limits, it cannot  
respond independently and appropriately in  
all traffic situations. There is a risk of acci-  
dent. Adapt your driving style to the traffic  
conditions. Observe the traffic situation, be  
ready to take over steering and braking at  
any time, and actively intervene if the situa-  
tion warrants it.  
If the Driver Attention Camera is covered by  
the steering wheel.  
If the driver is wearing sunglasses with high  
protection against infrared light.  
Crossing-traffic Warning  
with brake function  
Principle  
At blind exits or when leaving bay parking  
spaces, the Crossing-traffic Warning detects  
other road users approaching from the side  
earlier than is possible from the driver's seat.  
Sensors  
The system is controlled using the following  
sensors:  
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Side radar sensors, rear.  
Warning function  
Depending on the equipment: side radar  
sensors, front.  
General  
The control display shows the corresponding  
image, an acoustic signal may sound, and the  
warning light in the exterior mirror flashes.  
Activating/deactivating Crossing-  
traffic Warning  
In case of a brake intervention, a message is  
displayed on the control display, which will be  
closed after a brief period of time.  
The system must be activated on the control  
display for the Crossing-traffic Warning and  
brake intervention to switch on automatically.  
1.  
Apps menu  
Visual warning  
2. "Vehicle apps"  
Warning light in the exterior mirror  
3. "Driving settings"  
4. "Driver assistance"  
5. "Parking"  
6. "CROSSING-TRAFFIC WARNING"  
7. Select the desired setting.  
Turning on the Crossing-traffic  
Warning automatically  
The system must be activated on the control  
display. As soon as Park Distance Control or a  
camera view is active and a selector lever po-  
sition is engaged, the system is automatically  
switched on.  
The warning light in the exterior mirror flashes  
if other vehicles are detected by the rear sen-  
sors when the vehicle is reversing.  
The system is switched on at the rear when  
reverse gear is engaged.  
Display in the Park Distance Control view  
Depending on the equipment, the front system  
is turned on when a drive position is engaged.  
Depending on the national-market version, the  
system is automatically active when the vehi-  
cle is started.  
Turning off the Crossing-traffic  
Warning automatically  
The system is automatically turned off, for ex-  
ample, in the following situations:  
In the Park Distance Control view, the relevant  
boundary area flashes red if the sensors detect  
vehicles.  
If walking speed is exceeded.  
When a certain distance covered is excee-  
ded.  
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Display in the camera image  
Other objects that hide cross traffic are in  
the capture range of the sensors.  
If the trailer socket is occupied or trailer  
operation is activated, the Crossing-traffic  
Warning is not available for the area behind  
the vehicle.  
Dynamic brake lights  
Principle  
Depending on the direction of travel, the view  
to the front or rear is displayed in the camera  
image.  
The brake lights flash to warn road users be-  
hind the vehicle that emergency braking is be-  
ing performed.  
The relevant boundary area, arrow 1, in the  
camera view flashes red if the sensors detect  
vehicles.  
General  
Yellow lines, arrow 2, indicate the bumper of  
your vehicle.  
Acoustic warning  
In addition to the visual warning, an acoustic  
signal sounds if your own vehicle moves into  
the respective direction.  
Depending on the national-market version, the  
acoustic signal will already sound when the  
drive position is engaged.  
Normal braking: brake lights illuminate.  
Heavy braking: brake lights flash.  
Shortly before the vehicle comes to a standstill,  
the hazard warning lights are activated.  
System limits  
System limits of the sensors  
For further information:  
To switch off the hazard warning lights:  
Accelerate.  
Sensors in the vehicle, see page 41.  
Press the hazard warning lights button.  
Functional limitations  
The function can be restricted, for example, in  
the following situations:  
BMW Drive Recorder  
In tight bends.  
Principle  
Crossing objects are moving at a very slow  
or a very fast speed.  
The BMW Drive Recorder saves short video  
recordings of the vehicle surroundings in order  
to document the traffic situation, for example.  
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General  
Operating requirements  
Video recordings can be saved in different  
ways:  
Standby state or drive-ready state is  
switched on.  
Automatic saving of recordings.  
BMW Drive Recorder is activated.  
Privacy Policy has been accepted.  
Recording type was selected.  
The function makes it possible to document  
the accident or theft of the vehicle with the  
corresponding recording type set.  
Recording duration was selected.  
Manual saving of recordings.  
Theft notification:  
The function makes it possible to document  
traffic situations with the correspondingly  
set recording type.  
The theft notification was activated in the  
Data Protection menu or in the Drive Re-  
corder menu.  
The cameras of the assistance systems are  
used for recording, e.g. panorama view.  
Data transfer is activated.  
My BMW App is installed on the mobile de-  
vice.  
In addition, the following journey parameters  
are saved:  
My BMW App is linked with the Connected-  
Drive account.  
Date.  
Time.  
Privacy Policy has been accepted.  
Speed.  
GPS coordinates.  
Activating/deactivating the BMW  
Drive Recorder  
The BMW Drive Recorder must be activated  
before using the recording function for the first  
time.  
Data protection  
The reliability of the recording and the use of  
video recordings depend on the legal regula-  
tions in the country where the system is to be  
used. The user is responsible for the use of the  
system and for complying with the provisions  
that apply in each case.  
1.  
Apps menu  
2. "All apps"  
3. "Drive Recorder"  
4. Accept data protection policy.  
5. "Settings"  
Before using for the first time, the vehicle man-  
ufacturer recommends checking that there are  
no legal or official restrictions on using the sys-  
tem in the state or country in question. Addi-  
tionally, the legality of using the system should  
be checked at regular intervals, especially if the  
vehicle frequently crosses borders.  
6. "Allow recording"  
7. Select the desired setting.  
Recording functions  
Other drivers of the vehicle must be informed  
of the system. Information about the system  
must also be provided if the vehicle is passed  
on to anyone else.  
Automatic recording  
The recording is automatically saved when the  
vehicle sensors detect an accident or theft.  
In case of accident:  
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The system saves recordings up to 30 sec-  
onds before and after the save function  
was triggered.  
Playing and managing recordings  
Saved video recordings can be played, expor-  
ted and deleted.  
In case of theft:  
For your own safety, the video recording is  
only shown on the control display if the speed  
is below approximately 3 km/h, 2 mph. In the  
case of some national-market versions, the  
video recording is only shown with the parking  
brake applied or with the selector lever in posi-  
tion P.  
Depending on the selected recording dura-  
tion setting, the system saves the recording  
after it has been triggered.  
When the alarm system is triggered, a mes-  
sage is sent to the My BMW App.  
After saving the recording, a video in re-  
duced quality can be downloaded to a mo-  
bile device.  
1.  
Apps menu  
2. "All apps"  
If the vehicle accelerates rapidly, an automatic  
recording may occur.  
3. "Drive Recorder"  
4. "Recordings"  
5. Select the desired recording.  
6. If necessary, select camera.  
Manual recording  
Using the button  
Settings  
Recording type  
1.  
Apps menu  
2. "All apps"  
3. "Drive Recorder"  
4. "Settings"  
5. Select the desired setting.  
Press and hold the button.  
Recording duration  
1.  
Apps menu  
2. "All apps"  
Via iDrive  
3. "Drive Recorder"  
4. "Settings"  
Start the recording:  
1.  
Apps menu  
5. Select the desired setting.  
2. "All apps"  
3. "Drive Recorder"  
4. "Recording"  
Recording on a mobile device  
Principle  
5. "Start recording"  
Stop the recording: "Stop recording".  
Depending on the equipment, video recordings  
can be stored directly on a mobile device, for  
example a smartphone or USB storage.  
The system saves recordings up to 30 sec-  
onds before and after the save function was  
triggered.  
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General  
System limits  
The length of the video that can be stored de-  
pends on the available memory capacity on  
the mobile device.  
In the event of a serious accident, recordings  
may not be saved if, for example, the damage  
to the vehicle is too extensive or the power  
supply was interrupted.  
Operating requirements  
In the case of USB drives that have been over-  
written multiple times, there may be limitations  
when exporting recordings.  
Privacy Policy has been accepted.  
BMW Drive Recorder is activated.  
In case of theft, the recording is only stored au-  
tomatically when the alarm system has been  
triggered.  
To transfer recordings to a mobile device:  
Depending on the equipment version, a  
mobile device is connected to the vehicle  
via Wi-Fi and Bluetooth audio or a USB  
storage device is connected.  
Theft notification and video download may be  
restricted or unavailable if the Internet connec-  
tion is weak or missing.  
My BMW App is installed on the mobile de-  
vice.  
My BMW App is linked with the Connected-  
Drive account.  
Active Protection  
Principle  
Recording  
In critical situations, Active Protection prepares  
the passengers and the vehicle for a potential  
imminent accident.  
The recording can be started and stopped  
manually.  
Start the recording:  
General  
1.  
Apps menu  
Depending on the equipment and the national-  
market version, Active Protection consists of  
different PreCrash functions.  
2. "All apps"  
3. "Drive Recorder"  
4. "Recording"  
The system detects critical driving situations  
which could potentially lead to an accident.  
Such critical driving situations include:  
5. "Start recording"  
Stop the recording: "Stop recording".  
Full braking.  
Cameras  
Different cameras can be selected.  
Severe understeering.  
Severe oversteering.  
1.  
Apps menu  
Certain functions of some systems installed in  
the vehicle can within the system limits –  
cause Active Protection to trigger:  
2. "All apps"  
3. "Drive Recorder"  
4. "Settings"  
Front-collision warning: automatic brake in-  
tervention.  
5. "Cam. selection"  
6. Select the desired camera.  
Front-collision warning: brake power assis-  
tance.  
Rear Collision Prevention: detects impend-  
ing rear collisions.  
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PostCrash iBrake  
WARNING  
Principle  
The system does not relieve you of your per-  
sonal responsibility. System limits may mean  
that critical situations are not detected relia-  
bly or in good time. There is a risk of acci-  
dent. Adapt your driving style to the traffic  
conditions. Observe the traffic situation and  
intervene actively if the situation warrants it.  
In certain accident situations, PostCrash iBrake  
can automatically bring the vehicle to a stand-  
still without the driver having to intervene.  
General  
PostCrash iBrake can reduce the risk of an-  
other collision and its consequences.  
At a standstill  
Once the vehicle has come to a halt, the brake  
is released automatically.  
Function  
Depending on the equipment, the drivers and  
front passengers seat belt straps are auto-  
matically tightened once after driving off, if the  
seat belt is fastened.  
Decelerating the vehicle harder  
In certain situations, it may be necessary to  
bring the vehicle to a standstill more quickly  
than is possible with automatic braking.  
Depending on the equipment and require-  
ments, in critical accident situations, the  
following individual functions become active as  
required:  
To do so, brake quickly and firmly. This will  
briefly increase the brake pressure to a higher  
level than that achieved with the automatic  
brake function. Automatic braking is interrup-  
ted.  
Automatic pre-tensioning of the front seat  
belts.  
The windows are automatically closed.  
The windows remain open by a gap.  
Automatic closing of the glass sunroof/pan-  
oramic glass sunroof.  
Cancelling automatic braking  
In certain situations, it may be necessary to  
cancel automatic braking, for example if an  
avoidance manoeuvre is required.  
The sun protection is also closed.  
Automatic positioning of the backrest of the  
front passenger seat.  
Cancel automatic braking:  
If the critical driving situation passes without  
an accident occurring, the tension in the front  
seat belts is slackened again. If the belt ten-  
sion does not slacken automatically, stop the  
vehicle and unfasten the seat belt by pressing  
the red button on the seat belt buckle. Fasten  
the seat belt again before continuing driving.  
All other systems can be restored to the de-  
sired setting.  
By depressing the brake pedal.  
By depressing the accelerator pedal.  
Attentiveness Assistant  
Principle  
The Attentiveness Assistant can detect de-  
creasing attentiveness or the onset of fatigue  
in the driver on long monotonous journeys,  
for example on motorways. The system rec-  
ommends taking a break.  
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6. "Attentiveness Assistant"  
7. Select the desired setting.  
Safety information  
WARNING  
Display  
The system does not relieve you of your per-  
sonal responsibility to assess your physical  
condition correctly. Increasing inattention or  
fatigue might not be detected, or may not be  
detected in good time. There is a risk of acci-  
dent. Make sure that the driver is rested and  
alert. Adapt your driving style to the traffic  
conditions.  
If the driver shows signs of decreasing atten-  
tiveness or of fatigue, a note is shown on the  
control display with the recommendation to  
take a break.  
The following settings can be selected during  
the display.  
The system is reset approximately 45 minutes  
after the vehicle is stopped. A break recom-  
mendation can only be displayed again after  
this time has elapsed.  
Function  
The system is switched on every time drive-  
ready state is switched on.  
System limits  
Once the journey has started, the system  
adapts to the driver so that any decrease in  
attention or fatigue can be detected.  
The function of the system may be restricted. If  
the function is restricted, no warning or a false  
warning is issued. The system may have re-  
stricted functionality in the following situations:  
This process takes into account the following  
criteria, for example:  
If the time is set incorrectly.  
Personal driving style, for example steering.  
When the speed is predominantly below  
approx. 65 km/h, 40 mph.  
Driving conditions, for example time of day,  
duration of journey.  
If a sporty driving style is adopted, for ex-  
ample sharp acceleration or fast cornering.  
Depending on the equipment: attentive-  
ness of the driver through the Driver Atten-  
tion Camera.  
In active driving situations, for example fre-  
quent lane changes.  
The system is active from approx. 65 km/h,  
40 mph and can also display a recommenda-  
tion to take a break.  
In poor road condition.  
In strong crosswinds.  
Break recommendation  
Driver Attention Camera  
Setting break recommendations  
Break recommendation can also be switched  
on or off and adjusted via iDrive.  
Principle  
A camera in the instrument cluster monitors  
the driver activity and, depending on the equip-  
ment, the driver's direction of view.  
1.  
Apps menu  
2. "Vehicle apps"  
General  
3. "Driving settings"  
4. "Driver assistance"  
5. "Safety and warnings"  
For support by assistance systems, the atten-  
tion of the driver is analysed by evaluating the  
head position and eye opening of the driver.  
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To guarantee full functionality, ensure that the  
Driver Attention Camera has an unobstructed  
field of view.  
Overview  
Depending on the equipment, the instrument  
cluster has up to three infrared light sources.  
Depending on the light conditions, these light  
sources can be visible when the vehicle is in  
the standby state.  
System limits  
The Driver Attention Camera may have re-  
stricted functionality in situations such as the  
following:  
If the Driver Attention Camera is covered by  
the steering wheel.  
If the driver is wearing sunglasses with high  
protection against infrared light.  
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Driving stability control systems  
Vehicle equipment  
Brake Assist  
This chapter describes equipment, systems  
and functions which are offered or may be of-  
fered in future on a model-specific basis, even  
if they are not included in the vehicle in ques-  
tion.  
When the brake pedal is pressed quickly,  
Brake Assist automatically provides the max-  
imum possible braking force assistance. This  
keeps the stopping distance as short as pos-  
sible in full braking situations. This takes full  
advantage of the Anti-lock Braking System.  
For further information:  
Do not reduce the pressure on the brake pedal  
during full braking.  
Vehicle equipment, see page 8.  
Anti-lock Braking System  
Dynamic Stability Control  
Principle  
The Anti-lock Braking System prevents the  
wheels from locking during braking.  
Principle  
The Dynamic Stability Control helps to keep  
the vehicle on a steady course by reducing  
drive power and by brake intervention on indi-  
vidual wheels.  
Steering control is retained even during full  
braking, which enhances active road safety.  
General  
General  
The Anti-lock Braking System is ready when-  
ever you switch on drive-ready state.  
The system detects the following unstable  
driving conditions, for example:  
Loss of traction at the rear which can lead  
to oversteering.  
Malfunction  
The warning light in the instrument  
cluster is illuminated.  
Loss of grip at the front wheels which can  
lead to understeering.  
A Check Control message is shown.  
Safety information  
The Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) is not  
available.  
WARNING  
The ease of steering is restricted in the  
event of full braking.  
The system does not relieve you of your per-  
sonal responsibility to assess the traffic situa-  
tion correctly. Due to system limits, it cannot  
respond independently and appropriately in  
all traffic situations. There is a risk of acci-  
dent. Adapt your driving style to the traffic  
conditions. Observe the traffic situation, be  
ready to take over steering and braking at  
Have the vehicle checked immediately by an  
authorised Service Partner or another qualified  
Service Partner or a specialist workshop.  
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any time, and actively intervene if the situa-  
tion warrants it.  
Deactivating/activating the system  
1.  
Press the button to open the selec-  
tion.  
WARNING  
2. "DSC OFF"  
When driving with a roof load, for example  
with roof bars, the higher centre of gravity  
can mean that driving safety is no longer  
guaranteed in critical driving situations. There  
is a risk of accident or material damage.  
Driving with roof load only with activated Dy-  
namic Stability Control.  
The Dynamic Stability Control is deactiva-  
ted.  
3.  
Press the button again to reactivate  
Dynamic Stability Control.  
Displays in the instrument cluster  
Overview  
Display when Dynamic Stability  
Control is deactivated.  
Button in the vehicle  
Indicator light is illuminated: Dynamic  
Stability Control is deactivated.  
Warning light pulsates: Dynamic Sta-  
bility Control is regulating the driving  
power and brake forces. The vehicle is  
being stabilised. Decrease speed and adjust  
driving style to the road conditions.  
Dynamic Stability Control  
Warning light is illuminated: Dynamic  
Stability Control has failed or is initial-  
ising. The driving stabilisation is restric-  
ted or has failed.  
Activating/deactivating Dynamic  
Stability Control  
If the warning light is continuously illuminated,  
have the system checked immediately by an  
authorised Service Partner or another qualified  
Service Partner or a specialist workshop.  
General  
After switching on drive-ready state, Dynamic  
Stability Control is activated automatically.  
Driving stability during acceleration and cor-  
nering is restricted if Dynamic Stability Control  
is deactivated.  
Automatic programme change  
Dynamic Stability Control can be activated au-  
tomatically by the front-collision warning, de-  
pending on the situation. Deactivate the front-  
collision warning if necessary.  
To support driving stability, re-activate Dy-  
namic Stability Control as soon as possible.  
For further information:  
Front-collision warning, see page 192.  
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Traction Control  
Dynamic Traction Control  
Principle  
1.  
Press the button to open the selec-  
Dynamic Traction Control is a drive-optimised  
variant of Dynamic Stability Control.  
tion.  
2. "Traction": Dynamic Stability Control is acti-  
vated.  
In special road conditions, for example on un-  
cleared, snow-covered roads or on loose sur-  
faces, the system ensures maximum drive, but  
with restricted driving stability.  
3.  
Press the button again to reactivate  
Dynamic Stability Control.  
General  
Maximum traction is provided when Dynamic  
Traction Control is activated. Driving stability is  
restricted when accelerating and cornering.  
Displays in the instrument cluster  
Display when Dynamic Traction  
Control is activated.  
Activating Dynamic Traction Control briefly  
may be useful in the following situations:  
When driving in slush or on uncleared,  
snow-covered roads.  
Indicator light illuminates: Dynamic  
Traction Control is activated.  
When driving off in deep snow or on a loose  
surface.  
When driving with snow chains.  
Automatic programme change  
In certain situations, Dynamic Stability Control  
is activated automatically:  
Overview  
Button in the vehicle  
When the distance control is activated.  
In case of a brake intervention by the front-  
collision warning. Deactivate the front-colli-  
sion warning if necessary.  
If the suspension control system fails.  
In the event of a flat tyre.  
For further information:  
Front-collision warning, see page 192.  
Dynamic Stability Control  
BMW xDrive  
Principle  
BMW xDrive is the vehicle's all-wheel drive  
system. The interaction of BMW xDrive and  
other suspension control systems, for exam-  
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ple, Dynamic Stability Control, further optimi-  
ses traction and driving dynamics.  
Hill Descent Control  
Principle  
General  
Hill Descent Control provides assistance when  
descending hills by regulating vehicle speed  
on steep downhill gradients, for example when  
driving off-road.  
BMW xDrive distributes the driving power var-  
iably to the front and rear axles according to  
the driving situation and road condition.  
The xOffroad package also adapts the all-  
wheel drive system to the applicable xOFF-  
ROAD driving mode.  
General  
When the system is active, the vehicle moves  
at a speed set by the driver without the brake  
pedal having to be pressed.  
Display on the control display  
In the Live Vehicle menu, information about  
BMW xDrive can be displayed under the  
following view:  
While Hill Descent Control regulates vehicle  
speed, the system automatically distributes  
brake force to the individual wheels. Driving  
stability and ease of steering are improved.  
If required, the Anti-lock Braking System pre-  
vents the wheels from locking.  
"xVIEW"  
The following information is displayed:  
Distribution of drive torques to wheels.  
Hill Descent Control can be activated below  
approx. 40 km/h, approx. 25 mph.  
Longitudinal inclination: specified in per-  
cent.  
Speeds between approx. 3 km/h, approx.  
2 mph and approx. 30 km/h, approx. 20 mph  
can be set. When driving downhill, the system  
reduces the speed to the set value, within the  
physical limits.  
Transverse inclination: specified in degrees.  
Graphic of the wheel angle.  
With navigation system: elevation at current  
position.  
Self-levelling suspension of the two-axle  
ride level control.  
Hill Descent Control provides support when  
driving in selector lever positions D, N and R.  
For further information:  
Overview  
Live Vehicle, see page 157.  
Button in the vehicle  
M Sport differential  
The M Sport differential actively and steplessly  
locks the rear axle differential according to the  
driving situation. This prevents an individual  
rear wheel from spinning, thus providing opti-  
mum traction in all driving situations.  
It is the driver's responsibility to adopt a driving  
style that is appropriate to the situation.  
Hill Descent Control  
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Activating/deactivating Hill Descent  
Control  
Increasing or reducing speed  
Using the Cruise Control rocker switch  
To activate the system  
The set speed can be changed using the  
Cruise Control rocker switch on the steering  
wheel.  
Press the key.  
Speeds between approx. 3 km/h,  
2 mph and approx. 30 km/h, 20 mph  
are adopted as the set speed.  
While Hill Descent Control is regulating the  
speed, the following functions are deactivated:  
The front-collision warning.  
The emergency braking function of Active  
Park Distance Control.  
For further information:  
Press the rocker switch upwards: the speed  
is increased in increments.  
Front-collision warning, see page 192.  
Active Park Distance Control, see page 278.  
Press the rocker switch upwards and hold it  
there: the speed increases while the rocker  
switch is pressed.  
Deactivating the system  
Press the button again.  
Press the rocker switch downwards: the  
speed is decreased in increments.  
The system is automatically disabled  
at speeds above approx. 40 km/h, ap-  
prox. 25 mph.  
Press the rocker switch downwards and  
hold it there: the speed decreases while the  
rocker switch is pressed.  
Display in the instrument cluster  
With the brake pedal  
While the Hill Descent Control regulates vehicle  
speed, the set speed can be reduced by press-  
ing the brake pedal.  
An icon and the selected set  
speed are displayed.  
Display green: Hill Descent  
Control is active. The system  
brakes the vehicle.  
Malfunction  
In the event of a malfunction, a message ap-  
pears in the instrument cluster.  
Display grey: Hill Descent Control is ready.  
Display in the Head-up display  
The status of Hill Descent Control can also be  
displayed in the Head-up display.  
Integral Active Steering  
Principle  
The Integral Active Steering increases the ma-  
noeuvrability of the vehicle and makes a more  
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direct steering response possible. Driving sta-  
bility is also increased at high speeds.  
The steering system may be faulty. The Inte-  
gral Active Steering support may no longer be  
provided.  
General  
Larger steering movements are required at  
low speeds.  
The Integral Active Steering is a combination  
of the variable steering gear ratio of the front  
axle and the active rear-wheel steering.  
The response of the vehicle is more sensi-  
tive in higher speed ranges.  
The rear-wheel steering increases manoeu-  
vrability at low speeds by turning the rear  
wheels slightly in the opposite direction to the  
front wheels.  
Drive cautiously and think well ahead.  
Have the system checked by an authorised  
Service Partner or another qualified Service  
Partner or a specialist workshop.  
At higher speeds, the rear wheels are turned in  
the same direction as the front wheels. The re-  
sulting benefits include smooth lane changes.  
In critical driving situations, Integral Active  
Steering can stabilise the vehicle by automat-  
ically steering the rear wheels, for example  
when oversteering.  
Setting  
The system offers various settings.  
With the drive modes of the Driving Experience  
Control, the system can be set to comfortable  
or dynamic.  
For further information:  
Driving Experience Control, see page 146.  
Operation with snow chains  
In order to guarantee freedom of movement of  
the wheels when operating with snow chains,  
rear-wheel steering must be turned off when  
snow chains are mounted.  
For further information:  
Rear-wheel steering with snow chains, see  
page 373.  
Malfunction  
The warning light in the instrument  
cluster is illuminated.  
A Check Control message is shown.  
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5. "Safety and warnings"  
Vehicle equipment  
6. "Speed warning"  
This chapter describes equipment, systems  
and functions which are offered or may be of-  
fered in future on a model-specific basis, even  
if they are not included in the vehicle in ques-  
tion.  
7. "Warning above:"  
8. Select the desired setting.  
Setting the current speed as the  
speed limit warning  
For further information:  
1.  
Apps menu  
Vehicle equipment, see page 8.  
2. "Vehicle apps"  
3. "Driving settings"  
4. "Driver assistance"  
5. "Safety and warnings"  
6. "Speed warning"  
7. "Adopt current speed"  
Speed limit warning  
Principle  
The speed limit warning can be used to set a  
speed limit. A warning will be issued when this  
speed limit is exceeded.  
Speed Limit Display with  
no-overtaking indicator  
General  
The warning is repeated if the set speed limit  
is exceeded again after dropping below it by  
5 km/h/3 mph.  
Speed Limit Info  
Principle  
Activating/deactivating the speed  
limit warning  
Speed Limit Info shows the currently valid  
speed limit in the instrument cluster and, if  
necessary, the Head-up display and possibly  
supplementary signs.  
1.  
Apps menu  
2. "Vehicle apps"  
3. "Driving settings"  
4. "Driver assistance"  
5. "Safety and warnings"  
6. "Speed warning"  
General  
The camera located near the interior mirror de-  
tects road signs at the edge of the road as well  
as variable overhead signs.  
Depending on the national-market version,  
road signs with supplementary signs, for ex-  
ample, for wet road conditions, are taken into  
account and compared with the vehicle's on-  
board data, for example, the windscreen wiper  
signal. The road sign and associated supple-  
mentary signs are then displayed in the instru-  
Setting the speed  
1.  
Apps menu  
2. "Vehicle apps"  
3. "Driving settings"  
4. "Driver assistance"  
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ment cluster and the Head-up display, if appli-  
cable, or ignored, depending on the situation.  
Some supplementary signs are taken into ac-  
count in the speed limit evaluation, but are not  
displayed in the instrument cluster.  
In countries where overtaking restrictions  
are primarily shown by road markings.  
On routes without road signs.  
In the case of railway crossings, lane mark-  
ings and other situations which indicate  
an overtaking restriction but which are not  
signposted to this effect.  
The system may also show speed limits that  
apply to routes that are not marked if the navi-  
gation system has current map data.  
Depending on the equipment, an additional  
icon with distance information may also be dis-  
played to indicate the end of the no-overtaking  
indicator.  
In order for Speed Limit Info to function cor-  
rectly, the current map data must be installed  
for the country in which the vehicle is operated.  
For information on the current map version  
and map update, see Map update in the chap-  
ter Navigation system.  
Safety information  
Speed limits for trailer operation are displayed  
when the trailer socket is occupied or when the  
trailer operation has been activated via iDrive.  
WARNING  
The system does not relieve you of your per-  
sonal responsibility to assess the traffic situa-  
tion correctly. Due to system limits, it cannot  
respond independently and appropriately in  
all traffic situations. There is a risk of acci-  
dent. Adapt your driving style to the traffic  
conditions. Observe the traffic situation, be  
ready to take over steering and braking at  
any time, and actively intervene if the situa-  
tion warrants it.  
Depending on the equipment, an approved  
maximum speed can be set up for trailer oper-  
ation, which will be taken into account for the  
display of speed limits.  
For further information:  
Owner's Handbook for Navigation, Enter-  
tainment, Communication, see page 6.  
Trailer operation, see page 344.  
No-overtaking indicator  
Sensors  
The system is controlled by the camera behind  
the windscreen.  
Principle  
Overtaking restriction signs and end of restric-  
tion signs which have been detected by the  
camera are indicated by corresponding icons  
in the instrument cluster and, if applicable, the  
Head-up display.  
Displaying Speed Limit Info  
General  
The Speed Limit Info can be shown or hidden  
via iDrive in the instrument cluster. Depending  
on the national-market version, Speed Limit  
Info is continuously displayed in the instrument  
cluster.  
General  
The system considers overtaking restrictions  
and ends of restrictions that are indicated by  
means of road signs.  
It will not display anything in the following sit-  
uations:  
Displaying Speed Limit Info  
1.  
Apps menu  
2. "Vehicle apps"  
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4. "Driver assistance"  
5. "Driving"  
6. "Speed Limit Assistant"  
7. "Warning when speeding"  
No-overtaking indicator  
6. "Speed Limit Assistant"  
7. "Speed limits"  
Icon  
Description  
8. "Show current limit"  
No overtaking.  
Display  
End of overtaking restriction.  
General  
Depending on the national-market version,  
supplementary signs and no-overtaking indi-  
cators are displayed together with Speed Limit  
Info.  
Supplementary signs  
Icon  
Description  
Speed Limit Info  
Speed limit with time limit.  
Icon  
Description  
The speed limit only applies in  
wet conditions.  
Present speed limit.  
The speed limit only applies in  
snow.  
No data available on the cur-  
rent speed limit.  
The speed limit only applies in  
fog.  
Speed Limit Info unavailable.  
The speed limit applies for the  
exit junction on the left.  
The speed limit applies for the  
exit junction on the right.  
The display flashes if the detected speed limit  
has been exceeded. Depending on the na-  
tional-market version, an acoustic signal also  
sounds.  
The speed limit only applies  
when towing a trailer.  
Depending on the equipment:  
speed limit with unrecognised  
supplementary sign.  
The warning if the maximum permissible  
speed is exceeded can be activated or deacti-  
vated via iDrive:  
1.  
Apps menu  
Speed Limit Display with Anticipatory  
Indicator  
Depending on the equipment and national-  
market version, an additional icon with dis-  
tance information may indicate that a change  
in speed limit is ahead. The Anticipatory Indi-  
cator must be activated for Speed Limit Assist.  
2. "Vehicle apps"  
3. "Driving settings"  
4. "Driver assistance"  
5. "Driving"  
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Temporary speed limits may also be dis-  
played, for example at construction sites. Tem-  
porary speed limits can only be displayed if  
the following services are selected in the data  
protection menu for the navigation system:  
If the vehicle is too close to the vehicle  
ahead.  
When overtaking buses or trucks with road  
sign stickers.  
If there are electronic road signs.  
"Learning map"  
"Map update"  
If road signs are detected that apply to a  
parallel road.  
For further information:  
If the road signs or road layouts are specific  
to one country.  
Speed Limit Assist, see page 255.  
Data protection, see page 72.  
Cruise Control Systems  
Settings  
1.  
Apps menu  
Principle  
The Cruise Control Systems provide support  
when driving.  
2. "Vehicle apps"  
3. "Driving settings"  
4. "Driver assistance"  
5. "Driving"  
General  
6. "Speed Limit Assistant"  
7. Select the desired setting.  
Depending on the equipment, the Cruise Con-  
trol Systems include the following individual  
systems.  
Manual Speed Limiter, see page 237.  
Cruise Control, see page 239.  
System limits  
System limits of the sensors  
For further information:  
Distance control, see page 242.  
Assisted Driving Mode, see page 248.  
Assisted Driving Mode Plus, see page 253.  
Camera, see page 41.  
Depending on the equipment and national-  
market version, the individual systems are en-  
hanced with additional functions.  
Functional limitations  
Functionality may be restricted or incorrect in-  
formation may be displayed in some situations  
such as:  
Some functions can be operated via voice in-  
put.  
Road signs are fully or partially concealed  
by objects, stickers or paint.  
For further information:  
BMW Intelligent Personal Assistant, see  
page 59.  
Road signs do not correspond to the stand-  
ard.  
In areas that are not included in the map  
data of the navigation system.  
In the event of invalid, outdated or unavail-  
able map data of the navigation system.  
If there are navigation discrepancies, for ex-  
ample due to changes in road layout.  
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Button Function  
Interrupt Cruise Control Systems.  
WARNING  
The system does not relieve you of your per-  
sonal responsibility to assess the traffic situa-  
tion correctly. Due to system limits, it cannot  
respond independently and appropriately in  
all traffic situations. There is a risk of acci-  
dent. Adapt your driving style to the traffic  
conditions. Observe the traffic situation, be  
ready to take over steering and braking at  
any time, and actively intervene if the situa-  
tion warrants it.  
Rocker switch: to set the speed.  
Turning on/selecting Cruise Control  
Systems  
1.  
Turn on: press the button.  
2.  
Select: when the system active,  
press the button repeatedly until the de-  
sired Cruise Control System is displayed in  
the toolbar in the instrument cluster.  
WARNING  
Individual functions may malfunction when  
tow-starting or towing away with activa-  
ted front-collision warning or Cruise Control  
switched on. There is a risk of accident. Turn  
off the front-collision warning and Cruise  
Control before tow-starting or towing away.  
Icon  
Cruise Control System  
Manual Speed Limiter.  
Cruise Control.  
Overview  
Buttons on the steering wheel  
Button Function  
Distance control.  
Assisted Driving Mode: Cruise Control  
with Distance Control, Steering Assis-  
tant with tracking.  
Switch last active Cruise Control  
System on/off.  
Select the desired Cruise Control  
System.  
Assisted Driving Mode Plus: system  
for traffic queues.  
To store the current speed.  
The activated system is shown in green.  
Speed Limit Assist: to accept the  
suggested speed manually.  
The system is shown in white if the system can  
be activated.  
Continue Cruise Control Systems  
with the saved setting.  
The system is greyed out if the system has  
failed or if the functional requirements are not  
met.  
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Each time the rocker switch is tapped to the  
resistance point, the set speed is increased  
or decreased by 1 km/h, 1 mph.  
Interrupting Cruise Control Systems  
automatically  
Depending on the system, Cruise Control Sys-  
tems are interrupted automatically, for exam-  
ple, in the following situations:  
Each time the rocker switch is pressed past  
the resistance point, the set speed changes  
by 10 in the km/h display or 5 in the mph  
display in the speedometer.  
When exiting selector lever position D to P,  
N or R.  
When Dynamic Stability Control is regulat-  
ing the driving stability.  
Display in the instrument cluster  
While Dynamic Stability Control is disabled.  
Display in the speedometer  
While Dynamic Traction Control is activa-  
ted.  
A mark is displayed on the  
speedometer for the set speed.  
When braking manually.  
Green marker: system is ac-  
tive.  
Interrupting Cruise Control Systems  
manually  
Grey mark: the system is in-  
terrupted.  
Press the key.  
No marker: system is switched off.  
Notifications  
Continuing Cruise Control Systems  
In addition to the respective indicator lights,  
notifications are displayed for some functions.  
Press the key.  
The scope of notifications can be set.  
1.  
Apps menu  
2. "Vehicle apps"  
Turning off Cruise Control Systems  
automatically  
The Cruise Control Systems turn off automati-  
cally when the drive-ready state is turned off.  
3. "Driving settings"  
4. "Driver assistance"  
5. "Driving"  
6. "Notifications"  
Switching off Cruise Control  
Systems manually  
7. Select the desired setting.  
Press the key.  
Manual Speed Limiter  
The Cruise Control Systems are turned  
off and the displays go out.  
Principle  
The Manual Speed Limiter can be used to set  
a speed limit, for instance to prevent the vehi-  
cle from exceeding speed limits.  
Adjusting speed values  
Press the rocker switch on the steering  
wheel up or down repeatedly until the  
desired value is set.  
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When switching on at a standstill or driving  
at low speed, 30 km/h/20 mph is set as the  
speed limit.  
General  
The system allows speeds of 30 km/h/20 mph  
and above to be set as a speed limit. Below  
the set speed limit, the vehicle can be driven  
without restriction.  
The speedometer marker is set to the appro-  
priate speed.  
When the speed limit is switched on, the drive  
mode may be changed or Dynamic Stability  
Control activated.  
Overview  
Buttons on the steering wheel  
Button Function  
Turning the Cruise Control System  
on/off  
The Cruise Control System can be turned off or  
cancelled automatically or manually.  
Switch last active Cruise Control  
System on/off.  
For further information:  
Select the desired Cruise Control  
System.  
Cruise Control Systems, see page 235.  
Changing the speed limit  
To store the current speed.  
Press the rocker switch repeatedly up  
or down until the desired speed limit is  
set.  
Speed Limit Assist: to accept the  
suggested speed manually.  
Continue Cruise Control Systems  
with the saved setting.  
If the set speed limit is reached or unintention-  
ally exceeded, for example when driving down-  
hill, there is no active brake intervention.  
Interrupt Cruise Control Systems.  
Rocker switch: to set the speed.  
When Speed Limit Assist is not active, the cur-  
rent speed can be stored by pressing a button:  
Press the key.  
Exceeding of speed limit  
The system gives a warning if the current  
speed exceeds the set speed limit.  
Operation  
Switching on the speed limiter  
You can intentionally exceed the speed limit.  
To intentionally exceed the set speed limit,  
press the accelerator pedal all the way down.  
1.  
If necessary, press the button.  
The limit automatically becomes active again  
as soon as the current speed falls below the  
set speed limit.  
2.  
If necessary, press the button re-  
peatedly until the speed limiter is selected.  
The current speed or a higher speed that has  
already been stored is adopted as the speed  
limit.  
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Warning when the speed limit is  
exceeded  
Displays in the Head-up display  
Depending on the equipment, some system  
information can also be displayed in the Head-  
up display.  
Visual warning  
The indicator light in the instrument  
cluster flashes as long as the vehicle  
is travelling above the set speed limit.  
Cruise Control  
Principle  
Acoustic warning  
Cruise Control allows a set speed to be speci-  
fied using the buttons on the steering wheel.  
The set speed is then maintained by the sys-  
tem. It does this by automatically accelerating  
and braking the vehicle as necessary.  
A warning sounds if you inadvertently ex-  
ceed the set speed limit.  
If the speed limit is reduced to below the  
current speed during the journey, the signal  
sounds after a little time.  
No signal sounds if you intentionally exceed  
the speed limit by fully pressing the acceler-  
ator pedal.  
General  
The system can be activated starting at  
30 km/h/20 mph.  
Depending on the vehicle setting, the char-  
acteristics of Cruise Control may change in  
certain areas; for example, acceleration may  
change depending on the drive mode.  
Displays in the instrument cluster  
Display in the speedometer  
Green marker: system is ac-  
tive.  
Safety information  
Grey mark: the system is in-  
terrupted.  
WARNING  
No marker: system is  
switched off.  
The system does not relieve you of your per-  
sonal responsibility to assess the traffic situa-  
tion correctly. Due to system limits, it cannot  
respond independently and appropriately in  
all traffic situations. There is a risk of acci-  
dent. Adapt your driving style to the traffic  
conditions. Observe the traffic situation, be  
ready to take over steering and braking at  
any time, and actively intervene if the situa-  
tion warrants it.  
Indicator light  
Icon  
Description  
Indicator light illuminates: the system  
is switched on.  
Indicator light flashes: set speed limit  
is exceeded.  
Grey indicator light: the system is in-  
terrupted.  
WARNING  
The risk of accident may increase if the sys-  
tem is used in certain situations, such as:  
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On stretches of road with many corners  
and bends.  
Turning on the Cruise Control  
In vehicles with distance control: change the  
mode of the Cruise Control to Cruise Control  
without distance control.  
In heavy traffic.  
If the road is icy, if there is fog or snow,  
in wet conditions or on a loose road sur-  
face.  
For further information:  
Distance control, see page 242.  
There is a risk of accident or material dam-  
age. Only use the system if it is possible to  
drive at a constant speed.  
In vehicles without distance control: turn on the  
Cruise Control with the buttons on the steering  
wheel.  
WARNING  
1.  
If necessary, press the button.  
The set speed may be set incorrectly by mis-  
take or called up accidentally. There is a risk  
of accident. Adjust the set speed to the traffic  
conditions. Observe the traffic situation and  
intervene actively if the situation warrants it.  
2.  
If necessary, press the button re-  
peatedly until the Cruise Control is selected.  
Cruise Control is active. The current speed is  
maintained and stored as the set speed.  
The indicator lights are illuminated in the in-  
strument cluster and the marker in the speed-  
ometer is positioned at the current speed.  
Overview  
Buttons on the steering wheel  
Button Function  
When Cruise Control is switched on, the drive  
mode may be changed or Dynamic Stability  
Control activated.  
Switch last active Cruise Control  
System on/off.  
Turning the Cruise Control System  
on/off  
The Cruise Control System can be turned off or  
cancelled automatically or manually.  
Select the desired Cruise Control  
System.  
For further information:  
To store the current speed.  
Cruise Control Systems, see page 235.  
Speed Limit Assist: to accept the  
suggested speed manually.  
Setting the speed  
Continue Cruise Control Systems  
with the saved setting.  
To maintain/store the speed  
While the system is interrupted, press  
the rocker switch up or down once.  
Interrupt Cruise Control Systems.  
Rocker switch: to set the speed.  
When the system is switched on, the current  
speed is maintained and stored as the set  
speed.  
The stored speed is displayed on the speed-  
ometer.  
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When Speed Limit Assist is not active, the cur-  
rent speed can also be stored by pressing a  
button:  
When the system is switched off.  
When drive-ready state is switched off.  
At the current speed  
Press the key.  
Press the button to continue Cruise  
Control at the current speed.  
Changing the speed  
Speed Limit Assist: at the suggested  
speed  
Press the rocker switch repeatedly up  
or down until the set speed is set.  
If the system is active, the displayed  
speed is stored and the vehicle adjusts to the  
stored speed when the road is clear.  
When a speed is suggested, press the  
button to accept the Cruise Control at  
the suggested speed.  
The maximum speed which can be set de-  
pends on the vehicle.  
Displays in the instrument cluster  
When the rocker switch is pressed to the re-  
sistance point and then held there: the vehicle  
accelerates or decelerates without the need to  
press the accelerator pedal.  
Display in the speedometer  
Green marker: system is ac-  
tive, the marker shows the  
set speed.  
When the rocker switch is released, the vehicle  
maintains the final speed. Pressing beyond the  
resistance point accelerates the vehicle more  
rapidly.  
Grey marker: system is inter-  
rupted; the marker shows the  
stored speed.  
No marker: system is switched off.  
Resuming Cruise Control  
Indicator light  
At the stored speed  
If Cruise Control is interrupted, it can be re-  
sumed by calling up the stored speed.  
Icon  
Description  
No indicator light: the system is  
switched off.  
Before calling up the stored speed, make sure  
that the difference between the current speed  
and the stored speed is not too great. Other-  
wise, unwanted vehicle deceleration or accel-  
eration may occur.  
Green indicator light: the system is  
active.  
With the system interrupted, press the  
button.  
Grey indicator light: the system is in-  
terrupted.  
Cruise Control is resumed with the stored val-  
ues.  
Displays in the Head-up display  
Depending on the equipment, some system  
information can also be displayed in the Head-  
up display.  
In the following instances, the stored speed  
value is deleted and therefore cannot be called  
up again:  
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The set speed is also maintained when driving  
downhill. The vehicle may not achieve the set  
speed on uphill gradients if there is not enough  
drive power.  
WARNING  
The system does not relieve you of your per-  
sonal responsibility to assess the traffic situa-  
tion correctly. Due to system limits, it cannot  
respond independently and appropriately in  
all traffic situations. There is a risk of acci-  
dent. Adapt your driving style to the traffic  
conditions. Observe the traffic situation, be  
ready to take over steering and braking at  
any time, and actively intervene if the situa-  
tion warrants it.  
Depending on the drive mode, it is possible  
that the vehicle will drive faster or slower than  
the set speed setting in some situations; for  
example, on downhill or uphill gradients.  
Distance control  
Principle  
With the distance control, a distance to a vehi-  
cle driving ahead can be set in addition to the  
Cruise Control.  
WARNING  
An unsecured vehicle can start moving and  
roll away. There is a risk of accident. Before  
leaving the vehicle, secure the vehicle against  
rolling away.  
General  
When the road ahead is clear, the system  
maintains the set speed. The vehicle acceler-  
ates or brakes automatically.  
Observe the following to ensure that the vehi-  
cle is secured against rolling away:  
If there is a vehicle driving in front, the sys-  
tem adapts the speed of your vehicle in order  
to maintain the set distance from the vehicle  
ahead. The speed is adapted as far as the  
given situation allows.  
Apply the parking brake.  
Turn the front wheels towards the kerb  
on uphill or downhill gradient.  
Additionally secure the vehicle on uphill  
or downhill gradient, for example with a  
chock.  
The distance can be set in several stages and  
for safety reasons is dependent on the respec-  
tive speed.  
If the vehicle ahead brakes to a standstill and  
drives off again shortly afterwards, the system  
is able to comprehend this as far as given con-  
ditions allow.  
WARNING  
The set speed may be set incorrectly by mis-  
take or called up accidentally. There is a risk  
of accident. Adjust the set speed to the traffic  
conditions. Observe the traffic situation and  
intervene actively if the situation warrants it.  
Otherwise, independent drive-off, for example,  
by stepping on the accelerator pedal or by  
pressing the button for the speed setting on  
the steering wheel.  
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WARNING  
The system is controlled using the following  
sensors:  
There is a risk of accident if the difference in  
speed relative to other vehicles is too great.  
This may occur, for example, in the following  
situations:  
Camera behind the windscreen.  
Front radar sensor.  
For further information:  
When quickly approaching a slowly mov-  
ing vehicle.  
Sensors in the vehicle, see page 41.  
If another vehicle suddenly veers into the  
vehicle's own driving lane.  
Use  
The system can be used to optimum effect on  
well-constructed roads.  
When quickly approaching stationary ve-  
hicles.  
The maximum speed which can be set is limi-  
ted and depends on the vehicle and its equip-  
ment, for example.  
There is a danger of injury or danger to life.  
Observe the traffic situation and intervene  
actively if the situation warrants it.  
Depending on the equipment, higher set  
speeds can also be selected after switching to  
Cruise Control without Distance Control.  
Overview  
The system can also be activated when the  
vehicle is at a standstill.  
Buttons on the steering wheel  
Button Function  
Turning on Cruise Control with  
distance control  
Switch last active Cruise Control  
System on/off.  
1.  
If necessary, press the button.  
Select the desired Cruise Control  
System.  
2.  
If necessary, press the button re-  
peatedly until distance control is selected.  
To store the current speed.  
Speed Limit Assist: to accept the  
suggested speed manually.  
Cruise Control with distance control is active.  
The current speed is maintained and stored as  
the set speed.  
Continue Cruise Control Systems  
with the saved setting.  
The selected distance to a vehicle driving in  
front is maintained.  
Interrupt Cruise Control Systems.  
Rocker switch: to set the speed.  
The indicator lights are illuminated in the in-  
strument cluster and the marker in the speed-  
ometer is positioned at the current speed.  
When Distance Control is switched on, the  
drive mode may be changed or Dynamic Sta-  
bility Control activated.  
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Before calling up the stored speed, make sure  
Setting the speed  
The speed can be set with the buttons on the  
steering wheel.  
that the difference between the current speed  
and the stored speed is not too great. Other-  
wise, unwanted vehicle deceleration or accel-  
eration may occur.  
For further information:  
Cruise Control, see page 239.  
For further information:  
Cruise Control, see page 239.  
Interrupting Cruise Control with  
distance control automatically  
The system is interrupted automatically in the  
following situations:  
Distance  
Safety information  
When braking manually.  
Selector lever position D is disengaged.  
While Dynamic Stability Control is disabled.  
WARNING  
The system does not relieve you of your per-  
sonal responsibility. System limits may mean  
that deceleration is performed too late. There  
is a risk of accident or material damage. Pay  
close attention to the traffic situation at all  
times. Adapt the distance to suit traffic and  
weather conditions and comply with the pre-  
scribed safe distance by braking if necessary.  
While Dynamic Traction Control is activa-  
ted.  
When Dynamic Stability Control is regulat-  
ing the driving stability.  
Driver's seat belt and driver's door are  
opened.  
The system has not detected any objects  
for an extended period, for example, on a  
road with very little traffic without curb or  
shoulder markings.  
Adjusting the distance  
1.  
Apps menu  
The detection range of the radar is im-  
paired, for example, by contamination or  
heavy precipitation.  
2. "Vehicle apps"  
3. "Driving settings"  
4. "Driver assistance"  
5. "Driving"  
After an extended stationary period, if the  
vehicle was decelerated to a standstill by  
the system.  
6. "Distance control"  
7. "Distance"  
Turning the Cruise Control System  
on/off  
8. Select the desired setting.  
The Cruise Control System can be turned off or  
cancelled automatically or manually.  
Adapting the distance automatically  
Depending on the equipment and national-  
market version: the system can be configured  
so that the distance to the vehicle in front is  
adapted automatically. The system takes into  
For further information:  
Cruise Control Systems, see page 235.  
Resuming Cruise Control  
If Cruise Control is interrupted, it can be re-  
sumed by calling up the stored speed.  
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account the traffic situation and ambient con-  
ditions, e.g. poor visibility.  
Display in the speedometer  
Green marker: system is ac-  
tive, the marker shows the  
set speed.  
1. Apps menu  
2. "Vehicle apps"  
Grey marker: system is inter-  
rupted; the marker shows the  
stored speed.  
3. "Driving settings"  
4. "Driver assistance"  
5. "Driving"  
No marker: system is switched off.  
6. "Distance control"  
7. "Situational distance control"  
Indicator lights and warning lights  
Switching between Cruise Control  
with/without distance control  
Icon  
Description  
White indicator light:  
No display of distance control be-  
cause the accelerator pedal is being  
pressed.  
Safety information  
WARNING  
The indicator light is illuminated  
green.  
The system will not respond to traffic travel-  
ling in front of you, but instead maintains the  
stored speed. There is a risk of accident or  
material damage. Adjust the set speed to the  
traffic conditions and brake if necessary.  
Vehicle ahead detected.  
The vehicle symbol goes out if no ve-  
hicle in front is detected.  
The indicator light is illuminated  
green:  
Switching the Cruise Control mode  
Turning Cruise Control without distance control  
on or off:  
Preceding vehicle has driven off.  
The indicator light is illuminated grey:  
The system is interrupted.  
1.  
Apps menu  
The indicator light flashes grey:  
2. "Vehicle apps"  
The requirements for system opera-  
tion are no longer being met.  
3. "Driving settings"  
4. "Driver assistance"  
5. "Driving"  
The system has been deactivated  
but will continue to brake until you  
actively take over by depressing the  
brake or accelerator pedal.  
6. "Distance control"  
7. "Switch to cruise control"  
The setting is reset when the vehicle is parked.  
Warning light flashes red and an  
acoustic signal sounds:  
Displays in the instrument cluster  
Brake and take avoidance manoeu-  
vre if necessary.  
General  
Depending on the equipment, the displays in  
the instrument cluster may vary.  
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At speeds below 80 km/h/50 mph, vehicles on  
motorways are only overtaken with an adjus-  
ted differential speed.  
Assisted View  
Depending on vehicle equipment and national-  
market version, the information from the sys-  
tem in Assisted View is displayed in the central  
display area of the instrument cluster.  
The driver can overtake or accelerate at any  
time by pressing the accelerator pedal.  
Switching the function on/off:  
For further information:  
Assisted View, see page 173.  
1.  
Apps menu  
2. "Vehicle apps"  
Displays in the Head-up display  
3. "Driving settings"  
4. "Driver assistance"  
5. "Driving"  
Set speed  
Depending on the equipment, some system  
information can also be displayed in the Head-  
up display.  
6. "Distance control"  
7. Depending on the national-market version:  
"Avoid overtaking on the left"  
"Avoid overtaking on the right"  
Distance information  
The icon is shown if your vehicle is too  
close to the vehicle ahead.  
System limits  
The distance information is active under the  
following circumstances:  
System limits of the sensors  
For further information:  
Cruise Control with distance control  
switched off.  
Cameras, see page 41.  
Radar sensors, see page 42.  
Display in the Head-up display selected.  
Head-up display, see page 158.  
Distance too close.  
Detection range  
Speed above approximately 70 km/h,  
40 mph.  
Preventing overtaking  
Depending on the equipment and national-  
market version, the function assists in avoiding  
unintended overtaking on motorways.  
The system can be set to avoid overtaking in  
the slower lane.  
Sensors detect the traffic situation in their de-  
tection range.  
The setting applies to speeds exceeding  
80 km/h/50 mph.  
The system's detection capability and auto-  
matic braking capacity are limited.  
When the set speed is significantly higher than  
the speed in the adjacent lane, passing or  
overtaking may still be possible even if the  
function is switched on.  
For example, two-wheel vehicles may not be  
detected.  
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bends may not be anticipated in advance,  
moderate your speed when cornering.  
Deceleration  
The system does not decelerate in the  
following situations:  
The system has a restricted detection range.  
Situations can arise on tight bends where a  
vehicle driving in front will not be detected or  
will be detected very late.  
For pedestrians or similarly slow road  
users.  
Depending on the equipment, at red traffic  
lights.  
For crossing traffic.  
For oncoming vehicles.  
Vehicles cutting in  
When your vehicle is approaching a bend, the  
curvature may cause the system to respond  
temporarily to vehicles in the other lane. If the  
system responds by decelerating the vehicle,  
you may compensate for this by accelerating  
briefly. When the accelerator pedal is released  
again, the system will resume control of the  
vehicle's speed.  
If another vehicle suddenly cuts in front of you,  
the system might not be able to restore the se-  
lected distance automatically. In some circum-  
stances, it may also not be possible to restore  
the selected distance if you are driving signifi-  
cantly faster than vehicles in front, for example  
when rapidly approaching a lorry. If a vehicle  
is clearly detected in front of you, the system  
prompts you to intervene by braking, and if  
necessary by taking avoidance manoeuvre.  
Driving off  
The vehicle cannot drive off automatically in  
some situations, for example:  
On steep upward gradients.  
Before bumps or rises in the road.  
When towing a heavy trailer.  
In such cases, press the accelerator pedal.  
Cornering  
Weather  
In adverse weather and lighting conditions,  
system functionality may be limited as follows:  
Impaired detection of vehicles.  
Brief interruptions when vehicles have al-  
ready been detected.  
Pay attention when driving and respond to the  
prevailing traffic situation. If necessary, inter-  
vene actively, for example by braking, steering  
or taking avoidance manoeuvre.  
If the set speed is too high for cornering, it will  
be reduced slightly in the bend. However, since  
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The information on Cruise Control and Dis-  
tance Control also applies.  
Drive power  
The set speed is also maintained when driving  
downhill. The vehicle may not achieve the set  
speed on uphill gradients if there is not enough  
drive power.  
For further information:  
Cruise Control, see page 239.  
Distance control, see page 242.  
Depending on the drive mode, it is possible  
that the vehicle will drive faster or slower than  
the set speed setting in some situations; for  
example, on downhill or uphill gradients.  
Overview  
Buttons on the steering wheel  
Button Function  
Assisted Driving Mode  
Switch last active Cruise Control  
System on/off.  
Principle  
Assisted Driving Mode enhances Distance  
Control with a Steering Assistant with tracking.  
The system helps keep the vehicle in driving  
lane. It does this by performing supporting  
steering wheel movements, for example when  
cornering.  
Select the desired Cruise Control  
System.  
To store the current speed.  
Speed Limit Assist: to accept the  
suggested speed manually.  
General  
Continue Cruise Control Systems  
with the saved setting.  
Depending on the speed, the system orien-  
tates itself using the lane markings and vehi-  
cles driving in front.  
Interrupt Cruise Control Systems.  
Rocker switch: to set the speed.  
Sensors in the steering wheel detect whether  
the steering wheel is being touched.  
Safety information  
Sensors  
WARNING  
The system is controlled using the following  
sensors:  
The system does not relieve you of your per-  
sonal responsibility to assess the traffic situa-  
tion correctly. Due to system limits, it cannot  
respond independently and appropriately in  
all traffic situations. There is a risk of acci-  
dent. Adapt your driving style to the traffic  
conditions. Observe the traffic situation, be  
ready to take over steering and braking at  
any time, and actively intervene if the situa-  
tion warrants it.  
Camera behind the windscreen.  
Front radar sensor.  
Depending on the equipment:  
Side radar sensors, front.  
Depending on the equipment:  
Side radar sensors, rear.  
Sensors in the steering wheel.  
For further information:  
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Sensors in the vehicle, see page 41.  
The indicator light illuminates green.  
The system is activated and assists in  
keeping the vehicle in the driving lane.  
Operating requirements  
Depending on the equipment: speed below  
210 km/h, approx. 130 mph or 180 km/h,  
approx. 110 mph.  
When the system is switched on, the front-col-  
lision warning and, depending on the equip-  
ment, the side collision warning are active.  
The lane width is sufficiently wide.  
Hands on the steering wheel rim.  
Sufficiently wide curve radius.  
Interrupting Assisted Driving Mode  
automatically  
The system interrupts the supporting steering  
movements automatically, for example in the  
following situations:  
Driving in the centre of the driving lane.  
Turn indicators are switched off.  
The sensor system calibration process is  
complete.  
Depending on the equipment: at a speed  
above 210 km/h, approx. 130 mph or  
180 km/h, approx. 110 mph.  
Distance control is active.  
Seat belt on the driver's side fastened.  
Front-collision warning is active.  
Depending on the equipment:  
Side collision warning is active.  
After releasing the steering wheel.  
When the steering wheel is turned sharply.  
When the vehicle leaves its own driving  
lane.  
With a trailer tow hitch: operation with a  
trailer or operation with a rear luggage rack  
must be set on the control display in ac-  
cordance with the use.  
When the turn indicator is activated.  
When the driving lane is too narrow.  
A lane boundary is not detected and there  
is no vehicle driving in front.  
Operation with a trailer or rear luggage  
rack, see page 348.  
The Cruise Control with distance control is  
interrupted.  
The seat belt on the driver's side is unfas-  
tened.  
Switching on Assisted Driving Mode  
The indicator light is illuminated grey.  
1.  
If necessary, press the button.  
System is on standby and does not  
make any steering wheel movement.  
2.  
If necessary, press the button re-  
peatedly until Assisted Driving Mode is se-  
lected.  
The system activates automatically when all  
operating requirements are met.  
The indicator light is illuminated grey.  
System is on standby and does not  
make any steering wheel movement.  
The system activates automatically when all  
operating requirements are met.  
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Depending on vehicle equipment and national-  
market version, the information from the sys-  
tem in Assisted View is displayed in the central  
display area of the instrument cluster.  
Displays in the instrument cluster  
Icon  
Description  
The indicator light is illuminated grey:  
The system is ready.  
For further information:  
Assisted View, see page 173.  
The indicator light is illuminated  
green.  
Displays on the steering wheel  
The system is activated.  
The system is helping the driver keep  
the vehicle in driving lane.  
The warning light flashes yellow and  
the steering wheel vibrates:  
A lane boundary has been crossed.  
The warning light is illuminated yel-  
low and a signal sounds:  
The two LEDs above the keypads illuminate  
analogously to the displays in the instrument  
cluster.  
A system interruption is imminent.  
Warning light flashes red and an  
acoustic signal sounds:  
The steering wheel displays can be switched  
on/off if required.  
The system is switching off or an in-  
terruption of the system is imminent.  
1.  
Apps menu  
The warning light is illuminated yel-  
low:  
2. "Vehicle apps"  
3. "Driving settings"  
Hands are not holding the steering  
wheel. System remains active.  
4. "Driver assistance"  
5. "Feedback via steering wheel"  
6. "Lighting elements"  
7. Select the desired setting.  
Grab the steering wheel with your  
hands.  
The warning light is illuminated red, a  
signal sounds:  
Displays in the Head-up display  
Depending on the equipment, the system in-  
formation can also be displayed in the Head-  
up display.  
Hands are not holding the steering  
wheel. System interruption is immi-  
nent.  
The system reduces the speed to a  
standstill if applicable.  
Adjusting the strength of the  
steering wheel vibration  
The system may possibly not per-  
form any supporting steering wheel  
movements.  
1.  
Apps menu  
Grab the steering wheel with your  
hands.  
2. "Vehicle apps"  
3. "Driving settings"  
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Weather  
5. "Feedback via steering wheel"  
6. "Vibration intensity"  
In adverse weather and lighting conditions,  
system functionality may be limited as follows:  
Impaired detection of vehicles and lane  
markings.  
7. Select the desired setting.  
The setting is applied to all Intelligent Safety  
Systems.  
Short-term interruptions in case of already  
detected vehicles and lane boundaries.  
Pay attention when driving and respond to the  
prevailing traffic situation. If necessary, inter-  
vene actively, for example by braking, steering  
or taking avoidance manoeuvre.  
System limits  
General  
The system cannot be activated or used use-  
fully in certain situations.  
Emergency Lane Assistant  
Safety information  
Principle  
WARNING  
The Emergency Lane Assistant can assist in  
traffic queues on motorways or motorway-like  
roads with the formation of an emergency  
lane.  
Due to system limitations, the system may  
not respond at all, or may respond too late,  
incorrectly or for no reason. There is a risk of  
accident or material damage. Observe the in-  
formation on the system limits and intervene  
actively if necessary.  
General  
As soon as the system detects a traffic queue,  
a Check Control message is shown on the con-  
trol display. Depending on the situation, the  
vehicle will be steered to the right or left within  
the current driving lane in order to form an  
emergency lane.  
The information on Cruise Control and Dis-  
tance Control also applies.  
For further information:  
Cruise Control, see page 239.  
Distance control, see page 242.  
The system uses the Assisted Driving Mode  
sensors.  
System limits of the sensors  
Safety information  
For further information:  
Cameras, see page 41.  
Radar sensors, see page 42.  
WARNING  
The system does not relieve you of your per-  
sonal responsibility to assess the traffic situa-  
tion correctly. Due to system limits, it cannot  
respond independently and appropriately in  
all traffic situations. There is a risk of acci-  
dent. Adapt your driving style to the traffic  
conditions. Observe the traffic situation, be  
ready to take over steering and braking at  
Hands on the steering wheel  
In the following situations, contact between the  
driver's hands and the steering wheel is not  
detected by the sensors:  
Driving when wearing gloves.  
Covers on the steering wheel.  
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any time, and actively intervene if the situa-  
tion warrants it.  
Lane Change Assistant  
Principle  
The Assisted Driving Mode notices also apply.  
For further information:  
The Lane Change Assistant also assists when  
changing lanes on multi-lane roads.  
Assisted Driving Mode, see page 248.  
General  
Operating requirements  
The system uses the Assisted Driving Mode  
sensors.  
Assisted Driving Mode is activated.  
Assisted Driving Mode, see page 248.  
Traffic queue is detected.  
Safety information  
Driving on a motorway or a similar road.  
Lane boundary is detected.  
WARNING  
The function must be available in the coun-  
try in which the vehicle is being driven.  
The system does not relieve you of your per-  
sonal responsibility to assess the traffic situa-  
tion correctly. Due to system limits, it cannot  
respond independently and appropriately in  
all traffic situations. There is a risk of acci-  
dent. Adapt your driving style to the traffic  
conditions. Observe the traffic situation, be  
ready to take over steering and braking at  
any time, and actively intervene if the situa-  
tion warrants it.  
Activating/deactivating the  
Emergency Lane Assistant  
1.  
Apps menu  
2. "Vehicle apps"  
3. "Driving settings"  
4. "Driver assistance"  
5. "Driving"  
The Assisted Driving Mode notices also apply.  
For further information:  
6. "Assisted Driving"  
7. "Emerg. Corridor Assistant"  
Assisted Driving Mode, see page 248.  
Displays in the instrument cluster  
Operating requirements  
Depending on vehicle equipment and national-  
market version, the information from the sys-  
tem in Assisted View is displayed in the central  
display area of the instrument cluster.  
The functional requirements for Assisted  
Driving Mode are met.  
Assisted Driving Mode, see page 248.  
Driving on a road without pedestrians or cy-  
clists and with physical barriers separating  
oncoming vehicles, for example crash barri-  
ers.  
For further information:  
Assisted View, see page 173.  
System limits  
The limits of the Assisted Driving Mode system  
apply.  
Since the start of the journey, a vehicle has  
been detected at a sufficient distance be-  
hind your own vehicle.  
For further information:  
Lane boundaries that can be driven over  
are detected.  
Assisted Driving Mode, see page 248.  
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Maximum speed 180 km/h, approx.  
110 mph.  
Displays in the instrument cluster  
Icon  
Description  
The minimum speed is country-specific.  
Steering wheel symbol and arrow  
symbol for lane change green:  
Turning on/turning off Lane Change  
Assistant  
The system carries out a lane  
change.  
1.  
Apps menu  
2. "Vehicle apps"  
Green steering wheel symbol and line  
for lane boundary on the affected  
side grey:  
3. "Driving settings"  
4. "Driver assistance"  
5. "Driving"  
The system has detected the lane  
change request. Lane change not  
currently possible.  
6. "Assisted Driving"  
7. "Lane Change Assistant"  
Depending on vehicle equipment and national-  
market version, the information from the sys-  
tem in Assisted View is displayed in the central  
display area of the instrument cluster.  
Changing driving lane  
1. Ensure that the traffic situation permits a  
lane change.  
2. Press the turn indicator lever in the desired  
direction as far as the resistance point for  
indicating briefly.  
For further information:  
Assisted View, see page 173.  
System limits  
The limits of the Assisted Driving Mode system  
apply.  
For further information:  
Assisted Driving Mode, see page 248.  
Assisted Driving Mode Plus  
Supporting steering movements in the desired  
direction can be felt a short time later.  
Principle  
Assisted Driving Mode Plus assists with vehi-  
cle control in traffic queues on motorways.  
After the lane change, the system helps the  
driver keep the vehicle in lane.  
The function makes it possible to temporarily  
remove the hands from the steering wheel in  
suitable driving situations.  
Cancelling a lane change  
The lane change can be cancelled by steering  
movement into the opposite direction or by op-  
erating the turn signal in the opposite direction.  
Sensors in the steering wheel detect whether  
the steering wheel is being touched.  
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Safety information  
The system is controlled using the following  
sensors:  
WARNING  
The camera behind the windscreen.  
The system does not relieve you of your per-  
sonal responsibility to assess the traffic situa-  
tion correctly. Due to system limits, it cannot  
respond independently and appropriately in  
all traffic situations. There is a risk of acci-  
dent. Adapt your driving style to the traffic  
conditions. Observe the traffic situation, be  
ready to take over steering and braking at  
any time, and actively intervene if the situa-  
tion warrants it.  
The front radar sensor.  
The radar sensors on the side, front.  
The radar sensors on the side, rear.  
The sensors in the steering wheel.  
The Driver Attention Camera.  
For further information:  
Sensors in the vehicle, see page 41.  
Operating requirements  
The Assisted Driving Mode notices also apply.  
For further information:  
The functional requirements for Assisted  
Driving Mode are met.  
Assisted Driving Mode, see page 248.  
Assisted Driving Mode is active and the  
LED displays on the steering wheel are  
switched on.  
Overview  
Assisted Driving Mode, see page 248.  
Buttons on the steering wheel  
Button Function  
The function must be available in the coun-  
try in which the vehicle is being driven.  
Driving on motorways or similar roads with-  
out pedestrians or cyclists and with physi-  
cal barriers separating oncoming vehicles,  
for example guard rails.  
Switch last active Cruise Control  
System on/off.  
Select the desired Cruise Control  
System.  
The lane width is sufficiently wide.  
Sufficiently wide curve radius.  
Lane boundaries are detected.  
A vehicle ahead is detected.  
To store the current speed.  
Speed Limit Assist: to accept the  
suggested speed manually.  
Speed below approx. 60 km/h, approx.  
40 mph.  
Continue Cruise Control Systems  
with the saved setting.  
The Driver Attention Camera in the instru-  
ment cluster detects that the driver is look-  
ing at the traffic situation.  
Interrupt Cruise Control Systems.  
Rocker switch: to set the speed.  
Switching Assisted Driving Mode  
Plus on/off  
1.  
Apps menu  
2. "Vehicle apps"  
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4. "Driver assistance"  
5. "Driving"  
Green: the system is active.  
Yellow: the system has been interrupted.  
Grab the steering wheel with your hands.  
Red: the system is deactivated.  
6. "Assisted Driving"  
7. "Assisted Driving Plus"  
Grab the steering wheel immediately with  
your hands.  
Assisted Driving Mode Plus is automatically  
offered when Assisted Driving is active and  
all functional requirements for Assisted Driving  
Mode Plus are met.  
For further information:  
Assisted Driving Mode, see page 248.  
Two green LEDs are illuminated on the steer-  
ing wheel.  
Displays in the Head-up display  
Depending on the equipment, the system in-  
formation can also be displayed in the Head-  
up display.  
The indicator light in the instrument cluster is  
shown in green.  
The system starts to help the driver to control  
the vehicle.  
System limits  
The system limits of the following systems ap-  
ply:  
When the system is switched on, the following  
functions are active:  
Front-collision warning.  
Side collision warning.  
Assisted Driving Mode  
Driver Attention Camera  
Sensors in the vehicle  
Displays in the instrument cluster  
For further information:  
Icon  
Description  
Assisted Driving Mode, see page 248.  
Driver Attention Camera, see page 224.  
Sensors in the vehicle, see page 41.  
Green indicator light: the system is  
active.  
White indicator light: the system can  
be activated.  
Speed Limit Assist  
Principle  
Displays on the steering wheel  
Speed Limit Assist helps the driver to observe  
speed limits. A suggested speed can be adop-  
ted.  
General  
When the systems in the vehicle, for example  
Speed Limit Info, detect a change in the speed  
limit, it is possible to adopt this new speed  
value for the following systems:  
Manual Speed Limiter.  
Cruise Control.  
Depending on the situation, the two LEDs  
above the keypads light up.  
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Distance control.  
Overview  
Assisted Driving Mode.  
Assisted Driving Mode Plus.  
Buttons on the steering wheel  
The speed value is proposed as a new set  
speed for adopting. The relevant system must  
be activated for the speed value to be adopted.  
Button Function  
To accept the suggested speed  
manually.  
Depending on the equipment, destination sys-  
tem and national-market version, the value  
may be applied automatically.  
Rocker switch: set the speed, see  
Cruise Control.  
Safety information  
Switching Speed Limit Assist on/off  
WARNING  
1.  
Apps menu  
The system does not relieve you of your per-  
sonal responsibility to assess the traffic situa-  
tion correctly. Due to system limits, it cannot  
respond independently and appropriately in  
all traffic situations. There is a risk of acci-  
dent. Adapt your driving style to the traffic  
conditions. Observe the traffic situation, be  
ready to take over steering and braking at  
any time, and actively intervene if the situa-  
tion warrants it.  
2. "Vehicle apps"  
3. "Driving settings"  
4. "Driver assistance"  
5. "Driving"  
6. "Speed Limit Assistant"  
7. "Speed limits"  
8. Select the desired setting:  
"Adjust automatically": depending on  
the equipment, detected speed limits  
are applied automatically.  
WARNING  
"Adjust manually": detected speed limits  
can be applied manually.  
The set speed may be set incorrectly by mis-  
take or called up accidentally. There is a risk  
of accident. Adjust the set speed to the traffic  
conditions. Observe the traffic situation and  
intervene actively if the situation warrants it.  
"Show anticipation": current and up-  
coming speed limits are displayed in  
the instrument cluster without being ap-  
plied.  
"Show current limit": current speed lim-  
its are displayed without being applied  
in the instrument cluster.  
"Off": depending on the national-market  
version, Speed Limit Info and Speed  
Limit Assist will be turned off.  
If necessary, other predictive comfort  
functions will be turned off.  
For further information:  
Speed Limit Info, see page 232.  
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General  
Displays in the instrument cluster  
A speed adaptation for all speed limits and an  
additional speed adaptation for speed limits up  
to 60 km/h/40 mph can be set up.  
A message is displayed in the instrument clus-  
ter when the system and a Cruise Control Sys-  
tem are activated.  
The additional speed adaptation for speed lim-  
its up to 60 km/h/40 mph can be activated or  
deactivated.  
Icon  
Function  
Detected change in speed limit de-  
tected with immediate effect.  
Setting the speed adjustment  
Remaining distance display shown  
alongside the icon indicates there  
might be a change in the speed limit  
up ahead.  
1.  
Apps menu  
2. "Vehicle apps"  
3. "Driving settings"  
4. "Driver assistance"  
5. "Driving"  
Indicator light is illuminated green:  
the detected speed limit can be  
adopted with the SET button.  
6. "Speed Limit Assistant"  
7. Select the desired setting:  
A green tick is displayed once it has  
been adopted.  
"Adjust speed limits": set the tolerance  
for speed adjustments, which applies to  
all speed limits.  
Automatic adoption  
"Adjust automatically": with the selected set-  
ting, a detected speed limit is automatically  
applied to Distance Control or the Manual  
Speed Limiter adopted.  
"2nd adjustm. up to": to activate or de-  
activate additional speed adjustment.  
"Adjust speed limits": with activated  
additional speed adjustment, set the  
tolerance for speed limits up to  
60 km/h/40 mph.  
After an automatic adoption, the button  
can be pressed to switch back to the  
last set value of the set speed.  
System limits  
Speed Limit Assist is based on the Speed  
Limit Info system.  
Manual adoption  
A detected speed limit can be applied man-  
ually to the active Cruise Control System.  
Take into account the Speed Limit Info system  
limits.  
When the SET icon is displayed, press  
the button.  
Depending on the national-market version, up-  
coming speed limits may not be available for  
application or they may only be available to  
a certain extent, for instance information from  
the map data of the navigation system.  
Speed adjustment  
Principle  
Cruise Control without distance control: de-  
pending on the system, it may not be possible  
to adopt speed limits automatically.  
It is possible to set whether the speed limit will  
be adopted exactly, or with a tolerance.  
Upcoming speed limits can only be applied to  
the Cruise Control with distance control.  
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With a trailer tow hitch: speed values to be  
adopted are limited to the value set on the  
control display for trailer operation.  
In addition, the notices for Cruise Control,  
Distance Control, Assisted Driving Mode and  
Speed Limit Assist apply.  
For further information:  
For further information:  
System limits of Speed Limit Info, see  
page 235.  
Cruise Control, see page 239.  
Distance control, see page 242.  
Assisted Driving Mode, see page 248.  
Speed Limit Assist, see page 255.  
System limits of the sensors, see page 41.  
Operation with a trailer or rear luggage  
rack, see page 348.  
Operating requirements  
Cruise Control and distance control are acti-  
vated.  
Adapting the speed to the  
route  
Driving on a motorway or a similar road.  
With navigation system: route guidance is  
activated.  
Principle  
The system can be configured so that with  
active distance control, the vehicle adapts the  
speed automatically to the route.  
The use of navigation software via Apple  
CarPlay or Android Auto may lead to func-  
tional limitations, for example deviations  
from instructions given by the navigation  
system.  
For example, the speed is reduced in the  
following situations if necessary:  
Before turning off.  
Before a roundabout.  
Before a bend.  
The function must be available in the coun-  
try in which the vehicle is being driven.  
With a trailer tow hitch: operation with a  
trailer or operation with a rear luggage rack  
must be set on the control display in ac-  
cordance with the use.  
In front of an exit junction on motorways or  
motorway-like roads.  
Operation with a trailer or rear luggage  
rack, see page 348.  
Safety information  
WARNING  
Adapt speed automatically to route  
The system does not relieve you of your per-  
sonal responsibility to assess the traffic situa-  
tion correctly. Due to system limits, it cannot  
respond independently and appropriately in  
all traffic situations. There is a risk of acci-  
dent. Adapt your driving style to the traffic  
conditions. Observe the traffic situation, be  
ready to take over steering and braking at  
any time, and actively intervene if the situa-  
tion warrants it.  
1.  
Apps menu  
2. "Vehicle apps"  
3. "Driving settings"  
4. "Driver assistance"  
5. "Driving"  
6. "Route and junction assistant"  
7. "Automatically adjust speed to route"  
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Adjusting the cornering speed  
Depending on the national-market version, the  
cornering speed can be set.  
Lane change with active  
route guidance  
1.  
Apps menu  
Principle  
2. "Vehicle apps"  
Lane change with active route guidance as-  
sists the driver when a lane change is needed  
in order to reach a destination. A warning is  
displayed in the instrument cluster. In addition,  
a slight jerk can be felt on the steering wheel.  
3. "Driving settings"  
4. "Driver assistance"  
5. "Driving"  
6. "Route and junction assistant"  
7. "Cornering speed"  
8. Select the desired setting.  
General  
The system uses the Assisted Driving Mode  
sensors.  
Displays in the instrument cluster  
Safety information  
Depending on vehicle equipment and national-  
market version, the information from the sys-  
tem in Assisted View is displayed in the central  
display area of the instrument cluster.  
WARNING  
The system does not relieve you of your per-  
sonal responsibility to assess the traffic situa-  
tion correctly. Due to system limits, it cannot  
respond independently and appropriately in  
all traffic situations. There is a risk of acci-  
dent. Adapt your driving style to the traffic  
conditions. Observe the traffic situation, be  
ready to take over steering and braking at  
any time, and actively intervene if the situa-  
tion warrants it.  
For further information:  
Assisted View, see page 173.  
System limits  
Depending on the national-market version or  
country in which the vehicle is currently being  
driven, the function may not be available.  
The system does not respond at all or re-  
sponds only to a limited extent on the route  
ahead in the following situations for example:  
The Cruise Control, Distance Control and As-  
sisted Driving Mode notices also apply.  
If the position of the vehicle cannot be  
clearly determined by the navigation sys-  
tem.  
For further information:  
Cruise Control, see page 239.  
In wintry road conditions.  
Distance control, see page 242.  
Assisted Driving Mode, see page 248.  
Additionally, the limits of the Cruise Control,  
distance control, Assisted Driving Mode and  
Speed Limit Assist systems apply.  
Operating requirements  
For further information:  
Cruise Control and Distance Control are ac-  
tivated.  
Cruise Control, see page 239.  
Distance control, see page 242.  
Assisted Driving Mode, see page 248.  
Speed Limit Assist, see page 255.  
Driving on a motorway or a similar road.  
A situation-dependent minimum speed has  
been reached.  
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The system detects a sufficiently large gap  
in traffic in the adjacent lane.  
Changing driving lane  
If lane changes are necessary to reach a nav-  
igation destination, a corresponding message  
is displayed in the instrument cluster. In addi-  
tion, a slight jerk can be felt on the steering  
wheel.  
A lane boundary that can be driven over  
is detected on the side of the desired lane  
change.  
Route guidance is active in the navigation  
system.  
To change lanes, follow the instructions in the  
instrument cluster.  
The function is not available when using  
navigation software via Apple CarPlay or  
Android Auto.  
1.  
The system detects a suitable gap  
in the flow of traffic in the adjacent lane. A  
green check mark is displayed in the instru-  
ment cluster on the lane change icon. The  
system prepares for the lane change.  
The function must be available in the coun-  
try in which the vehicle is being driven.  
With a trailer tow hitch: operation with a  
trailer or operation with a rear luggage rack  
must be set on the control display in ac-  
cordance with the use.  
2. When a suitable gap has been found, the  
speed is adapted so the vehicle stays level  
with the gap.  
Operation with a trailer or rear luggage  
rack, see page 348.  
3. A lane change suggestion is displayed with  
a Check Control message.  
Switching lane change on/off with  
active route guidance  
1.  
4. If the traffic situation permits a lane change,  
the driver can steer the vehicle into the ad-  
jacent lane.  
Apps menu  
2. "Vehicle apps"  
If the vehicle is equipped with the Lane  
Change Assistant: once the Check Control  
message has been displayed, the Lane  
Change Assistant can be started by operat-  
ing the turn indicator.  
3. "Driving settings"  
4. "Driver assistance"  
5. "Driving"  
6. "Route and junction assistant"  
7. "Actively follow the route"  
Display in the instrument cluster  
Icon  
Function  
Switching the steering wheel jerk  
on/off  
The assistance provided by the jerk on the  
steering wheel can be switched on/off.  
Indicates a necessary lane change.  
The icon varies depending on the  
traffic situation.  
A green check mark on the icon indi-  
cates the active function.  
1.  
Apps menu  
2. "Vehicle apps"  
A red cross on the icon indicates  
that the system cannot support lane  
change.  
3. "Driving settings"  
4. "Driver assistance"  
5. "Driving"  
Depending on the equipment and national-  
market version, the traffic situation is displayed  
6. "Route and junction assistant"  
7. "Steering wheel impulse"  
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in the Assisted View in the central display area  
of the instrument cluster.  
ready to take over steering and braking at  
any time, and actively intervene if the situa-  
tion warrants it.  
For further information:  
Assisted View, see page 173.  
Overview  
System limits  
The limits of the Cruise Control, Distance Con-  
trol and Assisted Driving Mode systems apply.  
Button on the steering wheel  
Button Function  
For further information:  
Cruise Control, see page 239.  
Accept detected traffic lights man-  
ually.  
Distance control, see page 242.  
Assisted Driving Mode, see page 248.  
Sensors  
The system is controlled by the camera behind  
the windscreen.  
Traffic light detection  
Principle  
Operating requirements  
Traffic light detection assist when stopping at  
red traffic lights and draws attention to when it  
is possible to continue driving.  
Cruise Control and distance control are acti-  
vated.  
Speed up to approx. 80 km/h, 50 mph.  
The function must be available in the coun-  
try in which the vehicle is being driven.  
General  
The camera near the interior mirror is used to  
detect red traffic lights.  
Adjusting the traffic light detection  
If necessary, the system also uses the Driver  
Attention Camera and the information that has  
been saved in the navigation system.  
1.  
Apps menu  
2. "Vehicle apps"  
Detected red traffic lights are displayed in the  
instrument cluster and, depending on the set-  
ting, can be taken into account either manually  
or automatically during the journey.  
3. "Driving settings"  
4. "Driver assistance"  
5. "Driving"  
6. "Route and junction assistant"  
7. "Stop at traffic lights"  
8. Select the desired setting.  
Safety information  
WARNING  
The system does not relieve you of your per-  
sonal responsibility to assess the traffic situa-  
tion correctly. Due to system limits, it cannot  
respond independently and appropriately in  
all traffic situations. There is a risk of acci-  
dent. Adapt your driving style to the traffic  
conditions. Observe the traffic situation, be  
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When traffic lights are hidden, for example,  
by other vehicles.  
Activating/deactivating drive off  
reminder  
With activated drive off reminder, there will be  
visual and acoustic information as soon as  
driving can continue at a green traffic light.  
At a road junction with multiple lanes where  
there are several sets of traffic lights.  
For further information:  
System limits of the sensors, see page 41.  
1.  
Apps menu  
2. "Vehicle apps"  
3. "Driving settings"  
4. "Driver assistance"  
5. "Driving"  
6. "Route and junction assistant"  
7. "Drive off reminder"  
Displays in the instrument cluster  
Icon  
Meaning  
Red traffic light detected.  
As soon as a green tick is displayed  
after adoption, the vehicle brakes to a  
standstill.  
Green traffic light detected.  
Grey traffic light: the system is inter-  
rupted.  
If the grey traffic light is displayed  
with a red cross, it cannot be offered  
for acceptance.  
The detected traffic light can be ap-  
plied with the SET button.  
A green tick is displayed once it has  
been adopted.  
System limits  
The traffic light detection system may have re-  
stricted functionality in situations such as the  
following:  
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Parking  
Park Assist, see page 280.  
Vehicle equipment  
Manoeuvre Assistant, see page 285.  
Remote Control Parking, see page 288.  
Reversing Assistant, see page 290.  
Trailer Assistant, see page 350.  
This chapter describes equipment, systems  
and functions which are offered or may be of-  
fered in future on a model-specific basis, even  
if they are not included in the vehicle in ques-  
tion.  
Safety information  
For further information:  
Vehicle equipment, see page 8.  
WARNING  
The system does not relieve you of your per-  
sonal responsibility to assess the traffic situa-  
tion correctly. Due to system limits, it cannot  
respond independently and appropriately in  
all traffic situations. There is a risk of acci-  
dent. Adapt your driving style to the traffic  
conditions. Observe the traffic situation, be  
ready to take over steering and braking at  
any time, and actively intervene if the situa-  
tion warrants it.  
Park assistance systems  
General  
The parking assistance systems include differ-  
ent individual systems. The individual systems  
provide support with assistance functions, sen-  
sors and different camera views when parking,  
manoeuvring or driving in reverse.  
For further information:  
Reversing Assist Camera, see page 268.  
Overview  
Semi-automatic camera perspective, see  
page 269.  
Button in the vehicle  
Automatic camera perspective, see  
page 269.  
Flank view, see page 270.  
3D view, see page 270.  
Trailer tow hitch view, see page 271.  
Conveyor car wash view, see page 271.  
Panorama View, see page 272.  
Automatic activation of the panorama view,  
see page 272.  
Park Assist button  
Door opening angle, see page 273.  
Remote 3D View, see page 274.  
Park Distance Control, see page 275.  
Active Park Distance Control, see page 278.  
Drive off monitoring, see page 279.  
Sensors  
The parking assistance systems are controlled  
by the following sensors:  
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Ultrasonic sensors in the front/rear bump-  
ers.  
Depending on the view, the vehicle surround-  
ings or a partial area are displayed.  
Side ultrasonic sensors.  
Side radar sensors, front.  
Side radar sensors, rear.  
Front camera.  
Depending on the national-market version, ei-  
ther the automatic or the semi-automatic cam-  
era perspective is displayed.  
Turning the display on/off  
Exterior mirror cameras.  
Reversing Assist Camera.  
General  
When driving forwards, the parking assistance  
systems display turns off automatically when a  
certain distance or speed is exceeded.  
For further information:  
Sensors in the vehicle, see page 41.  
Operating concept  
With the reverse gear  
The camera-based individual systems are op-  
erated with the toolbars on the control display.  
Choose a camera view by selecting the appro-  
priate icon.  
The display is automatically turned on if se-  
lector lever position R is engaged while drive-  
ready state is turned on.  
Some parking assistance systems can be con-  
figured individually in the Parking menu.  
Via Parking Assistant button  
Press the key.  
Go to Park menu  
1.  
Apps menu  
Via iDrive  
2. "Vehicle apps"  
1.  
Apps menu  
3. "Driving settings"  
4. "Driver assistance"  
5. "Parking"  
2. "Vehicle apps"  
3. "Parking"  
6. Select the desired settings.  
Display in the instrument cluster  
The instrument cluster shows displays of some  
parking assistance systems, for example Park  
Distance Control or Park Assist.  
Display  
Principle  
The parking assistance systems support park-  
ing and manoeuvring or reversing by display-  
ing Park Distance Control and via various cam-  
era views.  
General  
Depending on vehicle equipment, one or more  
cameras record the area from different select-  
able perspectives.  
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Status of parking assistance systems  
Assisted View  
2
3
1
Toolbar, left  
Selection menu  
2
3
4
5
6
7
Camera image  
Selection window  
Display on the control display  
Automatic camera perspective  
Semi-automatic camera perspective  
Flank view  
General  
The display on the control display will vary de-  
pending on the equipment and the activated  
parking assistance system.  
Toolbar, right  
Toolbar, left  
Assistance view  
Depending on the equipment, different views  
and settings can be selected via the left tool-  
bar.  
"Parking view"  
Depending on the equipment, camera im-  
ages or the view of the Park Distance Con-  
trol are displayed.  
"Assist view"  
A stylised display of the vehicle top view is  
displayed.  
1
Toolbar, left  
"Panorama view"  
The display for crossing traffic is displayed.  
"More"  
2
3
4
Camera image  
Selection window  
Toolbar, right  
"3D view"  
A three-dimensional view is shown.  
"Trailer coupling view"  
The zoom for the trailer tow hitch can be  
turned on.  
"Car wash view"  
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The display of your own lane can be  
turned on for easier driving into the car  
wash.  
Icon  
Meaning  
The icon indicates the following  
meanings:  
"Settings"  
No search for parking assistance  
system services.  
Settings can be entered in the Park  
menu.  
No other parking assistance sys-  
tems available.  
Toolbar, right  
The parking assistance functions are displayed  
in the right toolbar:  
Parking assistance systems have  
failed.  
Status of the parking assistance systems.  
Search for parking assistance sys-  
tem services is active.  
Available parking methods of the Park As-  
sist.  
White: an available manoeuvre is  
selected but will not be performed.  
Functional requirements have not  
been met or the transfer of func-  
tions has been completed.  
Functions of the Reversing Assistant.  
Functions of the Manoeuvre Assistant.  
Trailer Assistant functions.  
Additional information in case of malfunc-  
tions.  
Green: parking assistance system is  
active. The functions are adopted  
depending on the activated system.  
Status of the parking assistance  
systems  
The status of the following parking assistance  
systems is displayed:  
Manoeuvre Assistant records the  
manoeuvre to be stored.  
Additional displays  
Park Assist.  
Manoeuvre Assistant.  
Reversing Assistant.  
Trailer Assistant.  
General  
Additional views, for example parking assis-  
tance lines, can be shown on the camera im-  
age on the parking assistance system display  
to facilitate parking and manoeuvring.  
The icons are shown on the control display in  
the right toolbar and in the instrument cluster  
in the status area. In addition to the icon, a  
message is displayed on the control display.  
A number of additional displays can be active  
simultaneously.  
Switching additional displays on/off  
1.  
Apps menu  
2. "Vehicle apps"  
3. "Driving settings"  
4. "Driver assistance"  
5. "Parking"  
6. Select the desired setting.  
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Using parking assistance lines  
Parking assistance lines  
1. Position the vehicle so that the red turning  
circle line is within the boundaries of the  
parking space.  
Driving lane lines  
2. Turn the steering wheel so that the green  
driving lane line covers the corresponding  
turning circle line.  
Obstacle marking  
The driving lane lines help in estimating the  
space requirement when parking and manoeu-  
vring on a level road surface.  
Depending on the gear engaged, the driving  
lane lines are displayed in front of or behind  
the vehicle.  
The driving lane lines are continuously adap-  
ted to the steering wheel movements depend-  
ing on the steering wheel angle.  
Obstacles are detected by the sensors.  
Obstacles detected by Park Distance Control  
are marked on the camera image.  
Coloured gradations of the obstacle markings  
in green, yellow and red indicate the distances.  
Turning circle lines  
Functional limitations  
The system can only be used to a restricted  
extent in the following situations:  
With a door open.  
With open luggage compartment.  
With the exterior mirrors folded in.  
Areas with grey hatching with an icon in the  
camera image identify areas that are currently  
not shown, for example an open door.  
Turning circle lines can only be superimposed  
on the camera image together with lanes.  
The lines show the course of the smallest pos-  
sible turning circle on a level road.  
Once the steering wheel has been turned be-  
yond a certain angle, only one turning circle  
line is displayed.  
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Reversing Assist Camera  
Safety information  
Principle  
The Reversing Assist Camera assists in re-  
verse parking and manoeuvring. It does this  
by showing an image of the area behind the  
vehicle on the control display.  
WARNING  
Due to system limitations, the system may  
not respond at all, or may respond too late,  
incorrectly or for no reason. There is a risk of  
accident or material damage. Observe the in-  
formation on the system limits and intervene  
actively if necessary.  
Additional displays can be shown in the dis-  
play, for example parking assistance lines and  
obstacle marking.  
General  
Follow the information in the Chapter Parking  
assistance systems.  
System limits of the sensors  
For further information:  
Sensors in the vehicle, see page 41.  
Operating requirements  
The luggage compartment is fully closed.  
Field of view  
Due to the angle of view, the area under the  
vehicle cannot be seen by the cameras.  
The camera area is clean and unobstruc-  
ted.  
Turning the Reversing Assist  
Camera on/off  
Detection of objects  
The system cannot detect very low obstacles  
and higher, protruding objects such as ledges.  
Switching the camera view on  
automatically  
The Reversing Assist Camera is automatically  
turned on if selector lever position R is en-  
gaged while drive-ready state is turned on.  
The objects shown in the control display may  
be closer than they appear. Do not estimate  
the distance to the objects on the control dis-  
play.  
Projecting loads, rear luggage racks, or trailers  
can restrict the detection range of the camera.  
Switching the camera view off  
automatically  
When driving forwards, the Reversing Assist  
Camera turns off automatically when a certain  
distance or speed is exceeded, if necessary.  
Malfunction  
Failure of one camera is shown on the control  
display.  
The detection range of the failed camera is  
displayed hatched on the control display.  
Switching the camera view on/off  
manually  
1.  
Press the button.  
2. Engage selector lever position R.  
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Depending on the equipment: the icon  
in the selection window is automatically se-  
lected.  
Automatic camera  
perspective  
To exit the camera view of the Reversing  
Assist Camera, select another camera view  
in the selection window or press the button  
again.  
Principle  
The automatic camera perspective displays  
a steering angle-dependent view looking to-  
wards the vehicle's direction of travel.  
Deactivated Reversing Assist  
Camera  
This perspective adapts to the current driving  
situation.  
When the Reversing Assist Camera is deacti-  
vated, for example when the luggage compart-  
ment is open, the camera image is displayed  
hatched in grey.  
General  
As soon as obstacles are detected, the view  
switches to a fixed display of the area in front  
of or behind the bumper or, if necessary, to the  
Lateral Parking Aid page.  
Semi-automatic camera  
perspective  
When the reverse gear is engaged, the auto-  
matic camera perspective is, if necessary, exi-  
ted and the system uses a semi-automatic  
camera perspective to the rear. If required,  
select the automatic camera perspective with  
reverse gear engaged. The automatic camera  
perspective is retained for the current parking  
manoeuvre.  
Principle  
Depending on the parking direction and en-  
gaged selector lever position, a fixed camera  
perspective is displayed with the areas in front  
of or behind the vehicle.  
Follow the information in the Chapter Parking  
assistance systems.  
General  
Follow the information in the Chapter Parking  
assistance systems.  
Switching the automatic camera  
perspective on/off  
Switching semi-automatic camera  
perspective on/off  
Switching the camera view on/off  
automatically  
When the display of the parking assistance  
systems is switched on, the automatic camera  
perspective is automatically selected.  
1.  
Press the button.  
icon in the selection window.  
2. Select the  
The icon in the selection window is auto-  
matically selected.  
To exit the fixed camera view, select an-  
other camera view in the selection window.  
To exit the steering-dependent camera view,  
select a different camera view in the selection  
window.  
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The system does not detect whether an ob-  
stacle subsequently moves. Consequently, the  
markings will no longer be shown on the dis-  
play after the vehicle has been stationary for a  
while. The area next to the vehicle needs to be  
scanned again.  
Switching the camera view on/off  
manually  
1.  
Press the button.  
2.  
The icon in the selection window is auto-  
matically selected.  
To exit the steering-dependent camera  
view, select another camera view in the se-  
lection window or press the button again.  
Flank view  
Principle  
Lateral Parking Aid  
The flank view displays the area at the side  
of the vehicle to assist with positioning the ve-  
hicle at the kerb or alongside any other obsta-  
cles.  
Principle  
The Lateral Parking Aid is automatically dis-  
played when the automatic camera perspec-  
tive is switched on. This feature shows obsta-  
cles located near the vehicle.  
Flank view looks from the rear to the front. If  
there is a hazard, it automatically focuses on  
possible obstacles.  
General  
General  
Follow the information in the Chapter Parking  
assistance systems.  
Follow the information in the Chapter Parking  
assistance systems.  
Display  
Switching the flank view on/off  
Flank view can be selected for the right or left  
side of vehicle in the selection window.  
1.  
2. Select the  
side in the selection window.  
Press the button.  
icon for the desired vehicle  
To exit the flank view, select another cam-  
era view in the selection window.  
Obstacle markings are displayed at the sides  
of the vehicle to protect the vehicle's flanks.  
3D view  
No markings: no obstacles detected.  
Coloured markings: warning that obstacles  
have been detected.  
Principle  
When the 3D view is selected, a circle is dis-  
played on the control display.  
System limits  
The system only shows stationary obstacles  
that were previously detected by the sensors  
when driving past.  
Specified perspectives can be selected on the  
circle.  
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General  
Display  
The current perspective is identified by a cam-  
era icon.  
Follow the information in the Chapter Parking  
assistance systems.  
Turning the 3D view on/off  
1.  
Press the button.  
2. "More"  
Two static circular segments help to estimate  
the distance of the trailer to the trailer tow  
hitch.  
3. "3D view"  
To exit the 3D view, select another camera  
A docking line dependent on the steering  
wheel angle assists with lining up the trailer  
tow hitch with the trailer.  
view in the left toolbar.  
Trailer tow hitch view  
Conveyor car wash view  
Principle  
To assist with connecting up a trailer, it is pos-  
sible to zoom in on the area around the trailer  
tow hitch.  
Principle  
The conveyor car wash view assists when en-  
tering a car wash.  
General  
When zooming in, remember that the view  
might no longer show certain obstacles.  
General  
Follow the information in the Chapter Parking  
assistance systems.  
Follow the information in the Chapter Parking  
assistance systems.  
Switching the conveyor car wash  
view on/off  
Switching the trailer tow hitch view  
on/off  
1.  
Press the button.  
1.  
Press the button.  
2. "More"  
2. "More"  
3. "Car wash view"  
3. "Trailer coupling view"  
To exit the car wash view, select another  
camera view in the left toolbar.  
To exit the trailer tow hitch view, select an-  
other camera view in the left toolbar.  
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Display  
Sensors  
The system is controlled by the following cam-  
eras:  
Reversing Assist Camera.  
Depending on the equipment: front camera.  
Switching the panorama view on/off  
1.  
Press the button.  
Your own lane is displayed for easier driving  
into a car wash.  
2. "Panorama view"  
To exit the panorama view, select another  
camera view in the left toolbar.  
The display can be used to position the vehicle  
correctly in the guide rails of the car wash.  
Display  
The vehicle must be able to roll freely while in  
the car wash.  
For further information:  
For rolling or pushing the vehicle, see  
page 142.  
Panorama View  
Principle  
Yellow lines on the screen mask identify the  
bumpers of your own vehicle.  
The panoramic view gives you an earlier view  
of crossing traffic at blind driveway exits and  
road junctions.  
Depending on the engaged selector lever posi-  
tion, the camera view of the Reversing Assist  
Camera or front camera will be displayed.  
General  
Road users hidden by obstacles at the side  
may not be seen from the driver's seat until  
very late. The front camera and the Reversing  
Assist Camera capture the area around the  
side of the vehicle to improve the view.  
Automatic activation of the  
panorama view  
The camera image is subject to varying levels  
of distortion in some areas and is thus not suit-  
able for estimating distances.  
Principle  
Positions at which the panoramic view should  
switch on automatically can be saved as acti-  
vation points.  
Depending on the equipment, the function can  
be used when driving forwards or reversing.  
General  
Up to ten activation points can be saved.  
Follow the information in the Chapter Parking  
assistance systems.  
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The activation points can be used when driving  
forwards.  
Editing activation points  
Any or all of the activation points can be re-  
named or deleted.  
Follow the information in the Panorama view  
chapter.  
1.  
Press the button.  
Operating requirements  
2. "Panorama view"  
A GPS signal must be received.  
3. "Manage points"  
A BMW ID or a driver profile must be acti-  
vated.  
A list of all saved activation points is shown.  
4. Select the desired setting.  
The direction of travel, selector lever posi-  
tion and vehicle angle must correspond to a  
saved activation point.  
Door opening angle  
Saving activation points  
1. Drive the vehicle to the position where the  
system should switch on and stop.  
Principle  
Depending on the equipment, the door open-  
ing angle indicator is displayed automatically  
when stationary.  
2.  
Press the button.  
The display helps to estimate how far the  
doors can be opened in a parking situation.  
3. "Panorama view"  
4. "Activation point"  
If obstacle marking is activated, the parking  
view indicates fixed obstacles that obstruct the  
opening angles of the doors.  
The current position is shown.  
5. "Save activation point"  
Activation points are saved with the following  
information, for example:  
General  
Location.  
Follow the information in the Chapter Parking  
assistance systems.  
Location and street.  
GPS coordinates.  
Display  
The automatically created location and street  
information can be renamed.  
Using activation points  
Use of activation points can be switched on  
and off.  
1.  
Apps menu  
2. "Vehicle apps"  
3. "Driving settings"  
4. "Driver assistance"  
5. "Parking"  
The maximum door opening angles are dis-  
played when the selector lever is in position P.  
6. "GPS-based"  
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Data protection, see page 72.  
System limits  
The system does not issue warnings about ap-  
proaching road users.  
The My BMW App must be installed on the  
mobile device.  
ConnectedDrive countries: a BMW ID with  
an existing ConnectedDrive account must  
be activated.  
For technical reasons, the display of the vehi-  
cle surroundings is distorted.  
Even if the door opening angle indicator on  
the control display does not superimpose any  
other objects, it is necessary to park carefully  
next to other objects.  
BMW ID/driver profiles, see page 73.  
Activating/deactivating Remote 3D  
View  
The function can be activated or deactivated  
individually or together with other functions.  
The perspective means that protruding objects  
located higher up may be closer than they ap-  
pear on the control display.  
1.  
Apps menu  
Remote 3D View  
2. "Vehicle apps"  
3. "System settings"  
4. "Data privacy"  
Principle  
The My BMW App and the camera views in the  
parking view, for example automatic camera  
perspective, enable the display of the vehicle  
surroundings on a mobile end device.  
5. Select the desired setting.  
After the activation, Remote 3D View can  
be accessed in the My BMW App.  
The function shows a view of the current situa-  
tion.  
Functional limitations  
The system may have restricted functionality  
or may not be available at all in situations such  
as the following:  
General  
For reasons related to data protection, the  
function can only be run three times in two  
hours.  
With a door or the luggage compartment  
open. Areas that the system is not able to  
record are shown dark on the display.  
Follow the information in the Chapter Parking  
assistance systems.  
If the exterior mirrors have been folded in  
manually.  
When other camera functions are being run  
in the vehicle.  
Sensors  
The system is controlled by the following cam-  
eras:  
The vehicle moves faster than at walking  
speed.  
Front camera.  
In case of missing or weak Internet connec-  
tion.  
Exterior mirror cameras.  
Reversing Assist Camera.  
Operating requirements  
Data transfer must be activated.  
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age. Avoid approaching an object at speed.  
Avoid driving off at speed while Park Dis-  
tance Control is not yet activated.  
Park Distance Control  
Principle  
Park Distance Control assists with parking. Ob-  
stacles in front of or behind the vehicle are  
signalled by acoustic and visual warnings.  
Sensors  
The system is controlled using the following  
sensors:  
Obstacles that are detected by the side ultra-  
sonic sensors can also be reported.  
Ultrasonic sensors in the front/rear bump-  
ers.  
General  
Side ultrasonic sensors.  
The range of the system is approximately 2 m,  
6 ft, depending on the obstacle and environ-  
mental factors.  
Turning Park Distance Control  
on/off  
An acoustic warning is given when the vehicle  
is approx. 70 cm, 27 in away from an object  
and a collision is imminent.  
Switching on the system automatically  
The system switches on automatically in the  
following situations:  
For objects behind the vehicle, the acoustic  
warning is given sooner, at a distance of ap-  
prox. 1.50 m, 5 ft.  
With drive-ready state switched on, when  
selector lever position R is engaged.  
Follow the information in the Chapter Parking  
assistance systems.  
When approaching detected obstacles, if  
the speed is less than approximately  
4 km/h, approx. 2.5 mph The distance from  
the obstacle at which the system activates  
depends on the individual situation.  
Safety information  
The automatic activation in the event of detec-  
ted obstacles can be activated or deactivated.  
WARNING  
The system does not relieve you of your per-  
sonal responsibility to assess the traffic situa-  
tion correctly. Due to system limits, it cannot  
respond independently and appropriately in  
all traffic situations. There is a risk of acci-  
dent. Adapt your driving style to the traffic  
conditions. Observe the traffic situation, be  
ready to take over steering and braking at  
any time, and actively intervene if the situa-  
tion warrants it.  
1.  
Apps menu  
2. "Vehicle apps"  
3. "Driving settings"  
4. "Driver assistance"  
5. "Parking"  
6. "Automatic PDC activation"  
Turning off the system automatically  
When driving forwards, the system turns off  
automatically when a certain distance or speed  
is exceeded, if necessary.  
WARNING  
Approaching at high speed when Park Dis-  
tance Control is activated may result in late  
warnings due to the physical conditions.  
There is a danger of injury or material dam-  
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Switching the system on/off manually  
Adjusting the volume  
The volume of the acoustic warning can be  
adjusted.  
Press the key.  
On: the LED is illuminated.  
Off: the LED is extinguished.  
1.  
Apps menu  
2. "Vehicle apps"  
If the system is manually switched on when  
reverse gear is engaged, the image of the Re-  
versing Assist Camera is displayed.  
3. "Driving settings"  
4. "Driver assistance"  
5. "Parking"  
Depending on the national-market version, the  
system cannot be turned off manually when  
the reverse gear is engaged.  
6. "PDC signal volume"  
7. Set the desired value.  
Acoustic warning  
Switching off the acoustic warning  
Depending on the national-market version, the  
acoustic warning can be switched off after the  
start of the parking manoeuvre.  
General  
An intermittent tone indicates that the vehicle  
is approaching an object. For example, if an  
object is detected to the rear left of the vehicle,  
the sound is emitted from the rear left loud-  
speaker.  
Press the  
icon in the status field at the top  
of the control display.  
No audible warning is emitted during active  
parking.  
The shorter the distance to an object, the  
shorter the intervals of the intermittent tones.  
When the Park Distance Control is switched  
on again, the acoustic warning is automatically  
switched on again.  
A continuous tone sounds if the distance to  
a detected object is less than approximately  
20 cm, 8 in.  
Visual warning  
An alternating continuous tone sounds from  
the front and rear loudspeakers if there are  
objects in front and behind the vehicle at the  
same time and at a distance of less than ap-  
proximately 20 cm, 8 in.  
General  
When you are approaching an object, its prox-  
imity is displayed on the control display and in  
the instrument cluster as soon as the system is  
activated.  
The intermittent tones and the continuous tone  
are turned off when selector lever position P is  
engaged.  
Objects that are farther away are already dis-  
played before a signal sounds.  
Depending on the national-market version, the  
interval tones are switched off after a short  
time with the vehicle at a standstill.  
Depending on the view, driving lane lines,  
turning circle lines and obstacle markings are  
shown for a better estimation of the space re-  
quired.  
If an object approaches when the vehicle is  
stationary, the acoustic signal is reactivated.  
Depending on the equipment, the detection  
range of the sensors is represented by hatched  
ring-shaped areas. Markings in green, yellow  
and red indicate when obstacles are detected  
in the detection range.  
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If equipped with the Crossing-traffic Warning:  
depending on the equipment, the display also  
warns of vehicles approaching from the sides  
at the front and rear.  
System limits  
General  
The function to protect the vehicle sides only  
shows stationary obstacles that were previ-  
ously detected by the sensors when driving  
past.  
Obstacle markings are displayed at the sides  
of the vehicle to protect the vehicle's flanks.  
Display  
The system does not detect whether an ob-  
stacle subsequently moves. The grey hatched  
areas on the sides are hidden after a certain  
period of time when the vehicle is at a stand-  
still. The area on the side of the vehicle must  
be newly captured.  
Depending on the equipment, warnings may  
be displayed in front of, next to and behind the  
vehicle.  
Also observe the limits of the system in the  
chapter Parking assistance systems.  
Trailer operation  
With a trailer or when the trailer socket is occu-  
pied, the rear functions of Park Distance Con-  
trol are switched off.  
Display behind the vehicle.  
Depending on the equipment, the detection  
range of the sensors is shown dark on the con-  
trol display.  
Obstacles next to the vehicle are not displayed.  
Depending on the national-market version, the  
rear functions of Park Distance Control remain  
switched on when the trailer operation is acti-  
vated.  
An icon is displayed on the control dis-  
play.  
Display next to the vehicle.  
For further information:  
Hatched area: detection range of the sen-  
sors.  
Towing a trailer, see page 348.  
Grey hatched area: no obstacles were de-  
tected in the detection range.  
False alarms  
If the system is approaching its limits, false  
alarms may occur.  
Coloured markings in the hatched area:  
obstacles were detected in the detection  
range.  
To reduce false alarms, for example in con-  
veyor car washes, switch off automatic activa-  
tion of Park Distance Control when obstacles  
are detected if necessary.  
Hatched area interrupted: the area next to  
the vehicle has not yet been recorded.  
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Safety information  
An icon is displayed on the control dis-  
play.  
WARNING  
Depending on the equipment, the de-  
tection range of the sensors is not displayed  
on the control display.  
The system does not relieve you of your per-  
sonal responsibility to assess the traffic situa-  
tion correctly. Due to system limits, it cannot  
respond independently and appropriately in  
all traffic situations. There is a risk of acci-  
dent. Adapt your driving style to the traffic  
conditions. Observe the traffic situation, be  
ready to take over steering and braking at  
any time, and actively intervene if the situa-  
tion warrants it.  
A Check Control message is shown.  
Park Distance Control failure. Have the system  
checked by an authorised Service Partner or  
another qualified Service Partner or a specialist  
workshop.  
Active Park Distance Control  
WARNING  
Principle  
When the trailer tow hitch is in use, the as-  
sistance system cannot react correctly if its  
sensors are obstructed. There is a risk of  
accident or material damage. Do not use  
the assistance system in trailer operation or  
when using the trailer tow hitch, for example  
with a bicycle carrier.  
The Park Distance Control brake function ini-  
tiates emergency braking if there is an immi-  
nent risk of collision.  
General  
Due to the system limits, a collision cannot be  
prevented under all circumstances.  
The function is available at speeds below  
walking speed when reversing or rolling back.  
Sensors  
The system is controlled using the following  
sensors:  
Pressing the accelerator pedal suppresses the  
brake intervention. Emergency braking is not  
performed.  
Ultrasonic sensors in the rear bumpers.  
Side ultrasonic sensors.  
After emergency braking to a stop, it is possi-  
ble to continue a slow approach to the obsta-  
cle. To approach, lightly depress the accelera-  
tor pedal and release it again.  
Temporarily deactivating Active  
Park Distance Control  
If the accelerator pedal is depressed for longer,  
the vehicle pulls away. Manual braking is pos-  
sible at any time.  
After emergency braking, the function can be  
temporarily deactivated on the control display.  
1. "Obstacle detected. Emergency braking."  
2. "Deactivate temporarily"  
Follow the information in the Chapter Parking  
assistance systems.  
If the journey is continued in these environ-  
mental conditions, no further emergency  
braking is performed.  
The function is automatically reactivated when  
the Park Distance Control is switched on again.  
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Settings  
General  
It is possible to set which areas of the vehicle  
are protected by the system.  
When obstacles are detected in close range in  
front of the vehicle, the acceleration will be re-  
duced. If necessary, this permits timely manual  
braking.  
1.  
Apps menu  
2. "Vehicle apps"  
When obstacles are detected behind the vehi-  
cle, the system will brake.  
3. "Driving settings"  
4. "Driver assistance"  
5. "Parking"  
Follow the information in the Chapter Parking  
assistance systems.  
6. "Active PDC emergency braking"  
7. Select the desired setting.  
Safety information  
Display  
WARNING  
The system does not relieve you of your per-  
sonal responsibility to assess the traffic situa-  
tion correctly. Due to system limits, it cannot  
respond independently and appropriately in  
all traffic situations. There is a risk of acci-  
dent. Adapt your driving style to the traffic  
conditions. Observe the traffic situation, be  
ready to take over steering and braking at  
any time, and actively intervene if the situa-  
tion warrants it.  
As soon as the system intervenes, an  
icon is displayed with a corresponding  
message.  
System limits  
General  
Observe the limits of the system in the Chapter  
Park assistance systems.  
Functional limitations  
The system cannot be used in situations such  
as the following:  
WARNING  
When the trailer tow hitch is in use, the as-  
sistance system cannot react correctly if its  
sensors are obstructed. There is a risk of  
accident or material damage. Do not use  
the assistance system in trailer operation or  
when using the trailer tow hitch, for example  
with a bicycle carrier.  
The emergency braking function is deacti-  
vated while Hill Descent Control is regulat-  
ing the speed.  
Hill Descent Control, see page 229.  
When driving with a trailer.  
If applicable, switch off the system temporarily,  
if needed.  
Sensors  
The system is controlled using the following  
sensors:  
Drive off monitoring  
Ultrasonic sensors in the front/rear bump-  
ers.  
Principle  
If there is a collision risk, start-up monitoring  
reduces the drive power when driving off.  
Side ultrasonic sensors.  
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Operating requirements  
System limits  
Selector lever position D or R is engaged  
when the vehicle is stationary.  
General  
Observe the limits of the system in the Chapter  
Park assistance systems.  
Obstacles at close range are detected in  
front of or behind the vehicle.  
The accelerator pedal is applied forcefully,  
almost as far as it will go.  
Trailer operation  
The system is deactivated when the trailer  
socket is occupied or when the trailer operation  
is activated, for example when operating with  
a trailer or bicycle carrier.  
The accelerator pedal is applied as soon as  
the selector lever position is engaged and  
the obstacle is detected.  
Turning start-up monitoring on/off  
1.  
Apps menu  
Park Assist  
2. "Vehicle apps"  
3. "Driving settings"  
4. "Driver assistance"  
5. "Parking"  
Principle  
Park Assist provides support when parallel and  
bay parking.  
The system also makes it easier to leave par-  
allel and bay parking spaces.  
6. "Drive off monitoring"  
7. "Drive off monitoring"  
The ultrasonic sensors measure the surround-  
ings on both sides of the vehicle when driv-  
ing slowly straight forward. Suitable parking  
spaces are calculated based on detected ob-  
jects, for example, parked vehicles. The status  
of the system is displayed.  
A Check Control message is shown where ap-  
plicable.  
Depending on the national-market version, the  
system is automatically turned on again at the  
next drive.  
The system calculates the optimum parking  
line for driving in or out of parking spaces and  
takes control of the vehicle during the parking  
manoeuvre.  
Cancelling reduced drive power  
The reduction of the drive power is cancelled in  
the following situations:  
The accelerator pedal is released.  
If the accelerator pedal is pressed twice.  
A certain distance is travelled.  
The operating principle and operation of the  
system is divided into the following steps:  
Parking space search.  
Switch on.  
If the reduction in drive power is cancelled by  
covering a certain distance, the drive power is  
released gradually.  
Parking.  
Leaving parking space.  
The parking manoeuvre during parking is per-  
formed automatically.  
Display  
As soon as the system intervenes, an  
icon is displayed with a corresponding  
message.  
When leaving bay parking spaces, the vehicle  
is manoeuvred completely out of the parking  
space to enable continued driving in the de-  
sired direction.  
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The Park Assist Professional increases the  
comfort and range of uses of the Park As-  
sist. In addition to the parking methods of the  
Park Assist, parking in parking spaces that are  
marked with lines is possible.  
the assistance system in trailer operation or  
when using the trailer tow hitch, for example  
with a bicycle carrier.  
With Park Assist Professional, the parking ma-  
noeuvre can be carried out with the Remote  
Control Parking function from a smartphone.  
WARNING  
The system can steer the vehicle over or onto  
kerbs. There is a danger of injury or material  
damage. Observe the traffic situation and in-  
tervene actively if the situation warrants it  
Vehicle equipment  
This system may not be available in the vehi-  
cle in question, for example due to the selected  
optional equipment, the national-market ver-  
sion or the possibility of subsequent enabling  
and software updates. This also applies to the  
individual functions of the system.  
Parking methods  
Park Assist supports the following functions:  
For further information:  
Vehicle equipment, see page 8.  
General  
Follow the information in the Chapter Parking  
assistance systems.  
Parallel parking: reverse parking parallel to the  
road.  
Safety information  
WARNING  
The system does not relieve you of your per-  
sonal responsibility to assess the traffic situa-  
tion correctly. Due to system limits, it cannot  
respond independently and appropriately in  
all traffic situations. There is a risk of acci-  
dent. Adapt your driving style to the traffic  
conditions. Observe the traffic situation, be  
ready to take over steering and braking at  
any time, and actively intervene if the situa-  
tion warrants it.  
Bay parking: reverse or forward parking per-  
pendicular to the road.  
WARNING  
When the trailer tow hitch is in use, the as-  
sistance system cannot react correctly if its  
sensors are obstructed. There is a risk of  
accident or material damage. Do not use  
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Front camera.  
Exterior mirror camera.  
Reversing Assist Camera.  
Operating requirements  
Measurement of parking spaces  
Driving forwards in a straight line up to a  
maximum speed of approximately 35 km/h,  
22 mph.  
Leaving parallel parking spaces.  
Maximum distance from the row of parked  
vehicles: 1.5 m, 5 ft.  
Suitable parking space  
Parallel parking:  
Minimum length of a detected object, for  
example, a parking vehicle: approx. 1 m, ap-  
prox. 3 ft.  
Minimum length of gap between two ob-  
jects: own vehicle length plus approxi-  
mately 0.8 m, 2.6 ft.  
Leaving bay parking spaces.  
Minimum depth: approximately 1.5 m, 5 ft.  
Bay parking:  
Minimum length of a detected object, for  
example, a parking vehicle: approx. 1 m, ap-  
prox. 3 ft.  
Minimum width of gap: own vehicle width  
plus approximately 0.7 m, 2.3 ft.  
Minimum depth: own vehicle length.  
Park Assist Professional: parking in parking  
spaces with parking lines.  
The depth of bay parking spaces must be  
estimated by the driver. Due to technical  
limits, the system is only able to gauge the  
depth of bay parking spaces approximately.  
Sensors  
The Park Assist is controlled by the following  
sensors:  
Parking lines for Park Assist Professional:  
The parking space must be clearly marked  
with lines.  
Ultrasonic sensors in the front/rear bump-  
ers.  
Side ultrasonic sensors.  
Parking manoeuvre  
The Park Assist Professional is additionally  
controlled by the following cameras:  
Doors and luggage compartment are  
closed.  
Driver's seat belt is fastened.  
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4. "Driver assistance"  
5. "Parking"  
Leaving parking space  
The vehicle was parked using the Park As-  
sist and an object is detected in the area  
around the vehicle.  
6. "Show assistance info"  
The vehicle was parked manually in reverse  
and objects in the immediate vicinity of the  
vehicle are detected. The distance to a de-  
tected kerb is at least 15 cm, approx. 6 in.  
Switching the acoustic signal on/off  
The acoustic signal for suitable parking spaces  
can be turned on and off.  
1.  
Apps menu  
The parking space is at least 0.8 m, 2.6 ft  
longer than the vehicle.  
2. "Vehicle apps"  
3. "Driving settings"  
4. "Driver assistance"  
5. "Parking"  
Displays  
General  
6. "Sound when available"  
The current status of the parking assistance  
systems is shown in the right-hand toolbar, in  
the instrument cluster and, depending on the  
equipment, in the Head-up display.  
Parking with Park Assist  
1. For the parking space search, drive past  
parked vehicles at a speed of up to approx.  
35 km/h, approx. 22 mph and a maximum  
distance of 1.5 m, approx. 5 ft.  
Different icons are shown on the control dis-  
play for selecting the parking method.  
The sequence of the displayed icons corre-  
sponds to the prioritised parking option.  
Parking space search is activated.  
The direction of the arrow changes in the park-  
ing method icons when leaving parallel parking  
spaces.  
2. Press the  
gear.  
key or engage reverse  
The display of the parking assistance sys-  
tems is shown.  
Icon  
Meaning  
Reverse parallel parking, right.  
Reverse parallel parking, left.  
Reverse bay parking.  
Forward bay parking.  
The status of the parking space search and  
possible parking spaces are displayed on  
the control display and in the instrument  
cluster.  
3. On the control display: select an offered  
parking method. If applicable, another park-  
ing method can also be selected after-  
wards.  
Turning the parking manoeuvre  
display on/off  
When Park Assist is active, the parking ma-  
noeuvre is displayed in the camera image on  
the control display.  
In the instrument cluster: select suggested  
parking method with the knurled wheel on  
the steering wheel.  
Green: the system takes control of the  
parking manoeuvre.  
1.  
Apps menu  
2. "Vehicle apps"  
4. Follow the instructions on the control dis-  
play or in the instrument cluster.  
3. "Driving settings"  
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The speed can be reduced with the brake.  
Other interventions will cancel the system.  
Cancelling Park Assist manually  
Park Assist can be cancelled manually at any  
time, for example:  
Depending on the national-market version,  
an intermittent tone or a continuous tone of  
the Park Distance Control will sound.  
Step lightly on the accelerator pedal twice  
in succession.  
When parking manoeuvre is complete, se-  
lector lever position P is engaged.  
Step lightly on the accelerator pedal and  
move the steering wheel slightly at the  
same time.  
The end of the parking manoeuvre is indi-  
cated on the control display and in the in-  
strument cluster.  
Step on the brake pedal and operate the  
selector lever at the same time.  
5. Adjust the parking position yourself if nec-  
essary.  
The Park Assist is cancelled without engaging  
selector lever position P. Driving can continue  
immediately.  
Leaving parking space with Park  
Assist  
1. Switch on drive-ready state.  
Cancelling Park Assist automatically  
The system automatically cancels in situations  
such as the following:  
If the driver grips the steering wheel or  
steers the vehicle.  
2.  
With the vehicle at a standstill, press  
the button or engage reverse gear.  
When operating the accelerator pedal or  
the selector lever.  
The display of the parking assistance sys-  
tems is shown.  
If the parking brake is applied.  
When the driver's seat belt is unfastened.  
With open luggage compartment.  
With open bonnet.  
3. On the control display: select the desired  
parking method.  
In the instrument cluster: select suggested  
parking method with the knurled wheel on  
the steering wheel.  
When the doors are open.  
4. Follow the instructions on the control dis-  
play or in the instrument cluster.  
During activation or intervention by driver  
assistance systems.  
Green: the system takes control of the  
parking manoeuvre.  
If you switch to other functions on the con-  
trol display.  
The speed can be reduced with the brake.  
Other interventions will cancel the system.  
When the display on the control display is  
faded due to messages.  
A message is displayed at the end of the  
manoeuvre.  
On snow-covered or slippery road.  
On steep uphill or downhill gradients.  
5. Make sure that it is safe to leave a parking  
space with the given traffic situation, and  
drive off as usual.  
If it encounters objects that are difficult to  
negotiate, for example kerbs.  
If objects appear suddenly.  
The Park Assist is turned off automatically.  
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With insufficient distances, which are indi-  
cated by the Park Distance Control.  
On uneven road surfaces, for example  
gravel roads.  
When a maximum number of parking  
moves or the parking time is exceeded.  
On slippery surfaces.  
On steep uphill or downhill gradients.  
When the system is stopped automatically, se-  
lector lever position P is engaged.  
If leaves have collected or snow has drifted  
or been piled up in the parking space.  
A Check Control message is shown where ap-  
plicable.  
If an already measured parking space  
changes.  
If there are ditches or sudden drops, for ex-  
ample at a quayside.  
Continuing the parking manoeuvre  
If parking or leaving a parking space has been  
interrupted, the operation can be continued, if  
needed.  
In some cases, parking spaces may be de-  
tected that are not suitable or suitable park-  
ing spaces may not be detected.  
Switch the Park Assist on again and follow the  
instructions on the control display or in the in-  
strument cluster.  
Malfunction  
A Check Control message is shown.  
Park Assist has failed. Have the system  
checked by an authorised Service Partner or  
another qualified Service Partner or a specialist  
workshop.  
System limits  
General  
Observe the limits of the system in the Chapter  
Park assistance systems.  
Manoeuvre Assistant  
No parking assistance  
Park Assist does not provide assistance in the  
following situations:  
Principle  
The Manoeuvre Assistant provides support for  
recurring parking and manoeuvring situations.  
In tight bends.  
In angled parking spaces.  
In trailer operation.  
Parking and manoeuvring operations can be  
recorded and then carried out automatically by  
the system.  
Park Assist: for parking spaces that are  
only marked with lines on the ground. The  
system orients itself on objects.  
Vehicle equipment  
This system may not be available in the vehi-  
cle in question, for example due to the selected  
optional equipment, the national-market ver-  
sion or the possibility of subsequent enabling  
and software updates. This also applies to the  
individual functions of the system.  
For special parking spaces, for example  
paid parking spaces with automatic locking  
mechanisms, coin parking, or mechanical  
parking systems.  
Functional limitations  
For further information:  
The system may have restricted functionality  
in situations such as the following:  
Vehicle equipment, see page 8.  
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WARNING  
A recurring manoeuvre is driven manually and  
thereby recorded.  
The system can steer the vehicle over or onto  
kerbs. There is a danger of injury or material  
damage. Observe the traffic situation and in-  
tervene actively if the situation warrants it  
When the vehicle reaches the activation range  
on the distance covered by the stored ma-  
noeuvre, the manoeuvre can be activated on  
the control display or in the instrument cluster.  
After the activation, the system takes control  
of the vehicle and carries out the manoeuvre  
automatically.  
Detection range  
The manoeuvre can be performed with the Re-  
mote Control Parking function using a smart-  
phone.  
Follow the information in the Chapter Parking  
assistance systems.  
Safety information  
The detection range for a manoeuvre is divi-  
ded into the following areas:  
WARNING  
Proximity range, arrow 1: the system will  
begin with the localisation in the back-  
ground within a range of approx. 8 m/26 ft  
around the path of a stored manoeuvre.  
The system does not relieve you of your per-  
sonal responsibility to assess the traffic situa-  
tion correctly. Due to system limits, it cannot  
respond independently and appropriately in  
all traffic situations. There is a risk of acci-  
dent. Adapt your driving style to the traffic  
conditions. Observe the traffic situation, be  
ready to take over steering and braking at  
any time, and actively intervene if the situa-  
tion warrants it.  
Close range, arrow 2: in a range of  
approx. 2 m, approx. 6 ft around the path,  
the stored manoeuvre will be displayed on  
the control display.  
Activation range, arrow 3: the stored  
manoeuvre can be activated on the control  
display within a range of approx. 1 m, ap-  
prox. 3.5 ft. After the activation, the system  
takes control of the vehicle and carries out  
the manoeuvre automatically.  
WARNING  
When the trailer tow hitch is in use, the as-  
sistance system cannot react correctly if its  
sensors are obstructed. There is a risk of  
accident or material damage. Do not use  
the assistance system in trailer operation or  
when using the trailer tow hitch, for example  
with a bicycle carrier.  
Sensors  
The system is controlled by the following sen-  
sors and cameras:  
Ultrasonic sensors in the front/rear bump-  
ers.  
Side ultrasonic sensors.  
Front camera.  
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Exterior mirror cameras.  
Reversing Assist Camera.  
5. With a stationary vehicle: "Save recording"  
6. "Name:"  
If necessary, enter the desired name for the  
recorded manoeuvre.  
Recording manoeuvre  
7. "Save recording"  
General  
Do not move the vehicle until the recording  
has been stored.  
Up to ten manoeuvres can be recorded at dif-  
ferent locations.  
Up to four overlapping manoeuvres can be re-  
corded.  
Performing stored manoeuvre  
1. Drive the vehicle into the activation range  
and stop. The control display and instru-  
ment cluster indicate that a stored ma-  
noeuvre can be activated.  
Identical manoeuvres under different environ-  
mental factors can be recorded, for example  
light conditions.  
For each manoeuvre, a maximum distance  
covered of 200 m/656 ft is possible.  
2.  
: activate stored manoeuvre.  
Green: after the activation, the system  
takes control of the vehicle and carries out  
the manoeuvre automatically. If applicable,  
follow the instructions on the control dis-  
play or in the instrument cluster.  
In total, a distance covered of approx.  
600 m/approx. 1969 ft distributed to the ten  
possible manoeuvres can be recorded.  
Manoeuvres with a distance covered of less  
than 6 m/20 ft cannot be recorded.  
The speed can be reduced with the brake.  
Other interventions will cancel the system.  
Recording manoeuvre  
1. Drive the vehicle to the starting point from  
which a manoeuvre must be recorded and  
stop.  
When parking manoeuvre is complete, se-  
lector lever position P is engaged.  
Cancelling the Manoeuvre Assistant  
manually  
The vehicle can be controlled manually during  
an active manoeuvre by taking the following  
actions:  
2.  
Press the button.  
The display of the parking assistance sys-  
tems is shown.  
Step lightly on the accelerator pedal twice  
in succession.  
3.  
"Record new path"  
4. Drive the vehicle to the desired end posi-  
tion.  
Step lightly on the accelerator pedal and  
move the steering wheel slightly at the  
same time.  
The manoeuvre is recorded.  
When recording the distance covered, do  
not drive faster than approx. 15 km/h, ap-  
prox. 9 mph.  
Step on the brake pedal and operate the  
selector lever at the same time.  
The Manoeuvre Assistant is cancelled without  
engaging selector lever position P. Driving can  
continue immediately.  
While recording, the distance covered will  
be displayed.  
When the maximum distance covered or  
the speed is reached, a message will be  
displayed and an acoustic signal will sound.  
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3. "Driving settings"  
4. "Driver assistance"  
5. "Parking"  
Cancelling the Manoeuvre Assistant  
automatically  
The system automatically cancels in situations  
such as the following:  
6. "Recorded paths"  
7. Select the desired setting.  
If the driver grips the steering wheel or  
steers the vehicle.  
When operating the accelerator pedal or  
the selector lever.  
System limits  
General  
When the driver's seat belt is not fastened.  
With open luggage compartment.  
With open bonnet.  
Observe the limits of the system in the Chapter  
Park assistance systems.  
When the doors are open.  
Functional limitations  
The system does not provide support in trailer  
operation.  
During activation or intervention by driver  
assistance systems.  
When the system limits of the ultrasonic  
sensors and cameras are reached.  
System limits can cause functional limitations,  
for example, in the following situations:  
If you switch to other functions on the con-  
trol display.  
With poor GPS reception.  
On steep uphill or downhill gradients.  
When the display on the control display is  
faded due to messages.  
In case of recorded manoeuvres where the  
system minimum distance to objects can-  
not be maintained.  
In case of obstacles.  
On snow-covered or slippery road.  
When the lane is too narrow.  
On steep uphill or downhill gradients.  
In trailer operation.  
Greatly deviating conditions when storing  
and driving the distance covered, for exam-  
ple other tyres or changed environmental  
factors like light conditions or weather.  
Delayed display of overlapping stored ma-  
noeuvres when driving into the activation  
range.  
In the event of an automatic cancellation of  
the system, the vehicle is decelerated to a  
complete stop and selector lever position P is  
engaged.  
In multi-storey car parks, for recordings on  
different parking levels or for recordings  
that run over several parking levels.  
An interrupted manoeuvre can be continued,  
if needed. Turn the Manoeuvre Assistant on  
again and follow the instructions on the control  
display or in the instrument cluster.  
Remote Control Parking  
Editing stored manoeuvres  
Individual or all manoeuvres can be deleted or  
renamed.  
Principle  
With the Remote Control Parking function, the  
vehicle can be driven by remote control in  
parking and manoeuvring situations of the Ma-  
noeuvre Assistant and Park Assist Professio-  
nal.  
1.  
Apps menu  
2. "Vehicle apps"  
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The manoeuvre is performed independently  
outside the vehicle using a smartphone. This  
makes it easy to get in and out.  
The My BMW App must be connected to a  
ConnectedDrive account.  
Bluetooth must be activated on the smart-  
phone.  
In suitable parking spaces, for example, a ga-  
rage, the parking position can be corrected  
with Remote Control Parking through slight  
manoeuvring.  
The distance between the vehicle and  
smartphone is no greater than approx. 6 m,  
approx. 19 ft.  
A manoeuvre that has already begun can be  
continued at any time with Remote Control  
Parking.  
A valid digital key must be set up in the  
vehicle.  
For further information:  
BMW Digital Key, see page 93.  
Vehicle equipment  
This system may not be available in the vehi-  
cle in question, for example due to the selected  
optional equipment, the national-market ver-  
sion or the possibility of subsequent enabling  
and software updates. This also applies to the  
individual functions of the system.  
Performing a parking manoeuvre  
with Remote Control Parking  
1. Engage selector lever in position P.  
2. Exit the vehicle and close the doors and  
luggage compartment.  
For further information:  
3. Open Remote Control Parking in the  
My BMW App and manoeuvre forwards or  
backwards or select the desired parking  
method.  
Vehicle equipment, see page 8.  
General  
4. Follow the instructions on the smartphone.  
Observe the contents in the chapter Park As-  
sist and Manoeuvre Assistant.  
In the event of obstacles, stop the vehicle  
manually.  
Protect the smartphone against unauthorised  
use.  
Depending on the selection in the  
My BMW App, the vehicle is parked at the  
end of the parking procedure or control of  
the vehicle can be assumed again.  
The low-beam headlights are switched on for  
the duration of the manoeuvre.  
A parking procedure offered by Park Assist  
Professional is only available for Remote Con-  
trol Parking for a short time after exiting the  
vehicle.  
System limits  
Environmental factors, for example, an im-  
paired Bluetooth connection due to external in-  
terference, can cause interruptions in the exe-  
cution of the Remote Control Parking function.  
Operating requirements  
All occupants have exited the vehicle.  
If the power supply of the vehicle battery is not  
sufficiently ensured, for example due to exces-  
sive discharge, remote controlled parking may  
not be available. Follow the instructions in the  
My BMW app.  
Doors and luggage compartment are  
closed.  
The smartphone is compatible with Re-  
mote Control Parking.  
The My BMW App must be installed on a  
compatible smartphone.  
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any time, and actively intervene if the situa-  
tion warrants it.  
Reversing Assistant  
Principle  
The Reversing Assistant assists when driving  
in reverse, for example when driving out of  
tight or confusing parking or street situations.  
WARNING  
When the trailer tow hitch is in use, the as-  
sistance system cannot react correctly if its  
sensors are obstructed. There is a risk of  
accident or material damage. Do not use  
the assistance system in trailer operation or  
when using the trailer tow hitch, for example  
with a bicycle carrier.  
Vehicle equipment  
This system may not be available in the vehi-  
cle in question, for example due to the selected  
optional equipment, the national-market ver-  
sion or the possibility of subsequent enabling  
and software updates. This also applies to the  
individual functions of the system.  
WARNING  
For further information:  
The system can steer the vehicle over or onto  
kerbs. There is a danger of injury or material  
damage. Observe the traffic situation and in-  
tervene actively if the situation warrants it  
Vehicle equipment, see page 8.  
General  
The vehicle saves the driving movements for  
the last distance covered. This stored distance  
can be driven back with automated steering.  
Operating requirements  
To save the distance covered, drive for-  
wards without interruption.  
The system takes control of the steering. The  
speed must be controlled by the driver using  
the accelerator pedal and the brake.  
To store the distance covered, do not drive  
faster than 35 km/h/22 mph.  
Reversing Assistant: a maximum of 50 m, ap-  
prox. 164 ft is stored.  
No trailer operation.  
Reversing Assistant Professional: a maximum  
of 200 m, approx. 656 ft is stored.  
Reversing Assistant Professional: suffi-  
ciently bright light conditions on the stored  
distance covered.  
Follow the information in the Chapter Parking  
assistance systems.  
Reversing Assistant Professional: the cam-  
eras on the vehicle must be clean and clear.  
Safety information  
Reversing with automated steering  
1. Switch on drive-ready state.  
WARNING  
The system does not relieve you of your per-  
sonal responsibility to assess the traffic situa-  
tion correctly. Due to system limits, it cannot  
respond independently and appropriately in  
all traffic situations. There is a risk of acci-  
dent. Adapt your driving style to the traffic  
conditions. Observe the traffic situation, be  
ready to take over steering and braking at  
2.  
3.  
With the vehicle at a standstill, press  
the button or engage reverse gear.  
The display of the parking assistance sys-  
tems is shown.  
"Start Reversing Assistant"  
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The length of the distance covered is dis-  
played on the control display and in the in-  
strument cluster.  
During activation or intervention by driver  
assistance systems.  
After an extended period of time when the  
vehicle is stationary.  
If applicable, follow the instructions on the  
control display or in the instrument cluster.  
When exiting the stored lane when revers-  
ing, for example with a maximum steering  
wheel angle.  
4. Take your hands off the steering wheel and  
carefully drive in reverse with the accelera-  
tor pedal and the brake.  
When the display on the control display is  
faded due to messages.  
Green: the system takes control of the  
steering.  
In case of a slippery surface.  
When driving in reverse, observe the vehicle  
surroundings.  
When the vehicle is rolling, for example on a  
slope.  
In case of obstacles, stop immediately and  
take over control of the vehicle. Pay atten-  
tion to the information on Park Distance  
Control.  
In case of changed environmental factors.  
When the trailer socket is occupied or trailer  
operation is activated.  
At speeds over approximately 10 km/h,  
6 mph.  
5. Shortly before the end of the stored dis-  
tance covered, an acoustic signal will sound  
and a message is displayed.  
Reversing Assistant Professional: in the  
event of functional limitations of the sen-  
sors from approx. 50 m, approx. 164 ft.  
Stop when you reach normal road traffic  
at the latest and take over control of the  
vehicle, for example by engaging a forward  
gear.  
System limits  
The maximum speed when driving in re-  
verse is limited to approx. 10 km/h, approx.  
6 mph.  
Cancelling the Reversing Assistant  
manually  
The assisted reversing by the Reversing Assis-  
tant can be cancelled manually:  
A warning occurs at a speed of approx.  
7 km/h, approx. 4 mph.  
If the maximum speed is exceeded, the  
function is interrupted.  
"Cancel"  
Press the key.  
Various factors can cause the vehicle to devi-  
ate sideways when reversing along the saved  
distance covered. These factors include, for  
example:  
Cancelling the Reversing Assistant  
automatically  
The system automatically cancels in situations  
such as the following:  
If the steering wheel is moved with the ve-  
hicle stationary while the distance covered  
is being saved.  
The speed is not adapted to the distance  
covered in question.  
If the driver grips the steering wheel or  
steers the vehicle.  
Certain road characteristics, for example  
gradients, inclines or slippery road surface.  
When shifting from reverse gear to another  
selector lever position.  
Greatly deviating conditions when storing  
and driving the distance covered, for exam-  
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tal factors like the weather.  
Reversing Assistant Professional: when  
light conditions change.  
Also observe the limits of the system in the  
chapter Parking assistance systems.  
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Vehicle equipment  
Adaptive M suspension  
Professional  
This chapter describes equipment, systems  
and functions which are offered or may be of-  
fered in future on a model-specific basis, even  
if they are not included in the vehicle in ques-  
tion.  
The Adaptive M suspension Professional is an  
actively controlled suspension and includes the  
following systems:  
Adaptive M suspension, see page 293.  
Active Roll Stabilisation, see page 293.  
Integral Active Steering, see page 230.  
For further information:  
Vehicle equipment, see page 8.  
Adaptive M suspension  
Active Roll Stabilisation  
Principle  
The adaptive M suspension is an intelligent,  
controllable sport suspension.  
Principle  
Active roll stabilisation reduces body lean that  
occurs when cornering at high speed or taking  
sudden avoidance manoeuvres.  
The suspension reduces body movements  
with a sporty driving style or on an uneven  
road.  
General  
The side incline of the vehicle is compensated  
by continual adjustments on the front and rear  
axle. Thus, the vehicle is constantly stabilised.  
General  
The intelligent control of the suspension in-  
creases the driving dynamics and driving com-  
fort depending on the road condition and driv-  
ing style.  
Agility and driving comfort are increased in all  
driving conditions.  
Depending on the equipment, the rear-axle  
locking differential can be adapted to the re-  
spective traction conditions as necessary.  
Setting  
The system offers various settings, from com-  
fortable travel to sporty driving.  
Setting  
The settings are assigned to the different drive  
modes of Driving Experience Control.  
The system offers various shock absorber set-  
tings, from comfortable travel to sporty driving.  
For further information:  
The shock absorbers are adjusted depending  
on the selected drive mode as well as the road  
condition and driving style.  
Driving Experience Control, see page 146.  
For further information:  
Driving Experience Control, see page 146.  
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Lowest vehicle level, for driving at higher  
speeds.  
Adaptive suspension  
Normal level:  
Principle  
Standard level, for normal roads and nor-  
mal speeds.  
The adaptive suspension is an intelligent con-  
trollable suspension.  
High level 1:  
The suspension reduces body movements  
with a sporty driving style or on an uneven  
road.  
Raised vehicle level, for easy terrain at a  
reduced speed.  
At higher speeds, the vehicle is lowered if  
necessary.  
General  
High level 2:  
The intelligent control of the suspension in-  
creases the driving dynamics and driving com-  
fort depending on the road condition and driv-  
ing style.  
Highest vehicle level, for very bumpy terrain  
in the lowest speed range.  
At higher speeds, the vehicle is lowered if  
necessary.  
For further information:  
Two-axle ride level control  
Driving Experience Control, see page 146.  
Principle  
Safety information  
The two-axle ride level control uses air springs  
to ensure the best possible driving comfort.  
The vehicle is maintained at the set vehicle  
level regardless of the load.  
WARNING  
Parts of the body may become trapped or  
vehicle components damaged when adjust-  
ing the vehicle level. There is a danger of in-  
jury or material damage. When adjusting the  
vehicle level, make sure that the movement  
ranges around the vehicle and the wheel  
arches are kept clear.  
General  
The drive modes of the Driving Experience  
Control can be used to adjust the shock ab-  
sorber settings from comfortable to sporty.  
Depending on the driving situation, the vehicle  
level can be set to different levels:  
Entry level:  
Overview  
Lowest vehicle level that can be set.  
Rocker switch in the vehicle  
It is possible to set the entry level at a  
standstill with the following options:  
With the rocker switch in the centre con-  
sole.  
With the button in the lower tailgate.  
With the My BMW app.  
When you drive off, the vehicle is raised ac-  
cording to the selected drive mode.  
Sport level:  
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Rocker switch for self-levelling  
suspension.  
Setting the vehicle level manually  
Button on the lower tailgate  
Press the rocker switch forwards:  
The vehicle is raised to the next-higher vehicle  
level.  
Pull the rocker switch backwards:  
The vehicle is lowered by one level.  
Button for self-levelling suspension.  
LED display on the rocker switch  
LED illuminated: display of the current vehi-  
cle level.  
Operating requirements  
All doors are closed.  
LED flashes: adjustment procedure active.  
The vehicle is raised or lowered.  
Opening a door while raising or lowering the  
vehicle interrupts the process. Once the door  
has been closed, the process continues.  
LED flashes rapidly: the selected vehicle  
level is not currently possible.  
LED off: the system is deactivated.  
Activating/deactivating self-levelling  
suspension  
The system can be deactivated, e.g. for a  
wheel change or for towing.  
All LEDs on the rocker switch flash: the sys-  
tem is initialising. The selected vehicle level  
is shown after initialisation, if applicable.  
Setting the vehicle level  
automatically  
Push the rocker switch forwards or pull it back-  
wards and hold for approx. 7 seconds.  
When the rocker switch is released, the LED  
indicates the system status.  
While driving  
The vehicle will lower automatically in the  
following situations:  
LED lights up: self-levelling suspension is  
activated.  
When switching to SPORT driving mode.  
At higher speeds.  
LED goes out: self-levelling suspension is  
deactivated.  
If the vehicle leaves the set vehicle level due to  
the speed, the vehicle level is set according to  
the selected drive mode.  
After moving off at speeds above approx.  
10 km/h, approx. 6 mph, self-levelling suspen-  
sion is automatically activated.  
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In the event of a flat tyre  
Setting the vehicle level  
If a loss of tyre inflation pressure is detected  
on one wheel, the wheel load is automatically  
reduced to increase the possible distance trav-  
elled. In this situation, only the normal level is  
available.  
For safety reasons, lowering is only possible  
from the normal level or the sport level.  
1. Apply the parking brake and switch off  
drive-ready state with the Start/Stop but-  
ton.  
2. Close the doors.  
Adjusting the vehicle level with the  
button in the lower tailgate  
3. In the My BMW app, switch to the menu for  
the entry level and follow the instructions in  
the app.  
Principle  
For further information:  
When the tailgate is open, the button on the  
tailgate can be used to lower the vehicle to the  
entry level and raise it again for easier loading  
and unloading.  
Owner's Handbook for Navigation, Entertain-  
ment, Communication, see page 6.  
Cancelling the adjustment procedure  
An adjustment process that was started in the  
My BMW app can be cancelled with the app.  
Setting the vehicle level  
Press the button on the lower tailgate.  
The vehicle is lowered to the entry  
level. Press the button again to raise.  
Extended stationary periods  
The vehicle may lower itself during extended  
stationary periods. This is not a malfunction.  
The change of level is indicated by the flashing  
of the LED in the button.  
If drive-ready state is switched on with the  
doors closed, the vehicle is automatically  
raised to the normal level.  
During the raising process, the vehicle is raised  
from the entry level to the last level selected or  
to the normal level.  
It may take several minutes to raise to normal  
level, depending on the vehicle condition.  
Cancelling the adjustment procedure  
Press the button again. The vehicle is raised or  
lowered back to the desired level.  
System limits  
A change of vehicle level may not be possi-  
ble during sporty driving.  
Lowering the vehicle level with the  
My BMW App  
It may not be possible to change the vehicle  
level when the axles are articulated.  
It may only be possible to raise the vehicle  
level in the drive-ready state.  
Principle  
With the My BMW App and a compatible Apple  
iPhone, the vehicle level can be set when sta-  
tionary, for example, for easier loading or more  
convenient entry.  
If the vehicle battery charge level is too low,  
it may not be possible to change to another  
vehicle level.  
If the vehicle level is changed several times  
in quick succession, the system switches  
itself off in order to protect against over-  
heating, and the system is either tempo-  
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rarily unavailable, or system operation is  
delayed. Allow the system to cool down if  
necessary.  
Overview  
If the payload is increased, the highest driv-  
ing level may be disabled or automatically  
exited to protect the system.  
If the trailer socket is occupied, only the  
normal level is available.  
Malfunction  
A Check Control message is shown.  
1
xOffroad: button  
xOffroad: rocker switch  
In case of a malfunction, the vehicle will have  
changed handling characteristics or a noticea-  
bly restricted driving comfort.  
2
Activating xOFFROAD driving mode  
Have the system checked by an authorised  
Service Partner or another qualified Service  
Partner or a specialist workshop.  
Press the key.  
or  
xOffroad package  
Push the rocker switch forwards or pull it back.  
The following functions are carried out:  
Principle  
The xOffroad package supports the driver  
when driving in off-road conditions or in the  
event of reduced traction.  
The LED in the button illuminates.  
The following xOFFROAD driving mode is  
set: "xGRAVEL".  
For further information:  
xOFFROAD driving modes in detail, see  
page 298.  
General  
The system offers a choice of four different  
xOFFROAD driving modes. When an xOFF-  
ROAD driving mode is switched on, individual  
systems in the vehicle are adjusted for the best  
possible traction and driving stability.  
Setting the xOFFROAD driving  
mode  
xOFFROAD driving modes can be selected ac-  
cording to the ground conditions.  
The vehicle level is adjusted for the respective  
xOFFROAD driving mode with two-axle ride  
level control.  
Observe the information in the driving hints  
chapter on driving on poor road surfaces.  
For further information:  
Press the rocker switch forwards or pull it  
backwards until the desired xOFFROAD driv-  
ing mode is displayed in the instrument cluster.  
Driving on poor road surfaces, see page 338.  
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Deactivating xOFFROAD driving  
mode  
xOFFROAD  
driving mode  
Settings  
Press the key.  
"xGRAVEL"  
Setting for easy terrain.  
The LED in the button is no longer illu-  
minated.  
The high level 1 of the two-  
axle ride level control is set.  
The last drive mode set via Driving Experience  
Control is activated.  
"xSAND"  
Setting for difficult terrain  
with loose ground.  
The high level 1 of the two-  
axle ride level control is set.  
If a drive mode is selected via Driving Dynam-  
ics Control, the xOffroad driving mode is auto-  
matically deactivated.  
For maximum traction, deac-  
tivate Dynamic Stability Con-  
trol.  
xOFFROAD driving modes in detail  
In order to avoid automatic  
activation of Dynamic Stabil-  
ity Control by the front-colli-  
sion warning, deactivate the  
front-collision warning if nec-  
essary.  
When xOFFROAD driving modes are switched  
on, the following vehicle settings are made:  
The Automatic Start/Stop function is  
switched off.  
The shift characteristics and the response  
to the accelerator pedal are adapted.  
"xROCKS"  
Setting for difficult terrain  
with severe unevenness on  
the ground.  
The all-wheel drive system is set for opti-  
mum traction.  
The response characteristics of the Anti-  
lock Braking System are adapted.  
The high level 2 of the two-  
axle ride level control is set.  
The response characteristics of the Dy-  
namic Stability Control are adapted.  
For maximum traction, deac-  
tivate Dynamic Stability Con-  
trol.  
Depending on the selected xOFFROAD driving  
mode, additional vehicle settings are made.  
In order to avoid automatic  
activation of Dynamic Stabil-  
ity Control by the front-colli-  
sion warning, deactivate the  
front-collision warning if nec-  
essary.  
"xSNOW"  
Setting for slippery roads.  
The shift characteristics of  
the transmissions are set to  
smooth gear changes. The  
vehicle may move off in sec-  
ond gear.  
The characteristics of the  
accelerator pedal are opti-  
mised for smooth drivability.  
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For further information:  
Two-axle ride level control, see page 294.  
Front-collision warning, see page 192.  
xOFFROAD display  
Activating an xOFFROAD driving mode auto-  
matically opens the xOFFROAD display in Live  
Vehicle menu.  
The following information is displayed:  
Distribution of drive torques to wheels.  
Longitudinal inclination: specified in per-  
cent.  
Transverse inclination: specified in degrees.  
Graphic of the wheel angle.  
With navigation system: elevation at current  
position.  
Self-levelling suspension of the two-axle  
ride level control.  
For further information:  
Live Vehicle, see page 157.  
System limits  
At higher speeds, the properties of the selec-  
ted xOFFROAD driving mode may be reduced.  
BMW IconicSounds  
Depending on the equipment and national-  
market version, the drive sound of the vehicle  
can be adjusted with BMW IconicSounds.  
1.  
Apps menu  
2. "Vehicle apps"  
3. "Driving settings"  
4. "Drivetrain and chassis"  
5. "IconicSounds"  
6. Select the desired setting.  
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Air conditioning  
Icon  
Function  
Vehicle equipment  
Amount of air.  
This chapter describes equipment, systems  
and functions which are offered or may be of-  
fered in future on a model-specific basis, even  
if they are not included in the vehicle in ques-  
tion.  
Air distribution.  
For further information:  
SYNC programme.  
Vehicle equipment, see page 8.  
Seat and armrest heating.  
Active seat ventilation.  
Steering wheel heating.  
Air conditioning control  
Overview  
Functions in the air conditioning menu  
Icon  
Function  
Automatic programme.  
Buttons, integrated automatic  
heating/air conditioning system  
Temperature.  
Air conditioning function.  
Maximum cooling.  
Air recirculation function.  
Icon  
Function  
Defrost function.  
Automatic air recirculation con-  
trol.  
Rear window heating.  
Fresh air.  
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Buttons, automatic rear air-  
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Display in the control display  
1
Toolbar  
Icon  
Function  
2
3
4
Air conditioning functions, driver's side  
Air conditioning functions, passenger's side  
Air conditioning bar  
Automatic programme.  
Temperature.  
Go to air conditioning functions  
Via air conditioning bar:  
Air conditioning function.  
Maximum cooling.  
Amount of air.  
"CLIMATE MENU" tap in the centre of the air  
conditioning bar.  
Or:  
1.  
Apps menu  
2. "Vehicle apps"  
3. "Climate control"  
Turning the air conditioning system  
on/off  
Air distribution.  
1. "CLIMATE MENU"  
2. "All climate functions"  
Seat and armrest heating.  
The complete air conditioning system is  
switched on/off with the last settings.  
When the air conditioning system is turned  
on, individual air conditioning functions can be  
turned off.  
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Turning automatic rear air-  
conditioning system on/off  
Automatic programme  
Principle  
Operating requirements  
The automatic programme ensures a comfort-  
able climate, which can be modified with the  
set temperature and individual settings.  
Automatic air conditioning is turned on.  
Defrost function is deactivated.  
The automatic programme cools, ventilates, or  
heats the vehicle interior automatically.  
Via iDrive  
1. "CLIMATE MENU"  
General  
2. "Settings"  
Depending on vehicle equipment, the auto-  
matic programme provides the best possible  
settings for air conditioning functions depend-  
ing on the outside temperature, interior tem-  
perature, sunlight, seat occupancy, and the de-  
sired temperature setting:  
3. "Second row of seats"  
4. "Rear climate control"  
5. Select the desired setting.  
The automatic rear air-conditioning system  
can be activated with the default setting for  
temperature and AUTO programme:  
Amount of air.  
"Activate with default settings"  
Air distribution.  
Temperature.  
Switching on using the button  
Press one of the following buttons:  
Seat and armrest heating.  
Active seat ventilation.  
Steering wheel heating.  
Temperature.  
Maximum cooling.  
Automatic programme.  
The automatic programme takes the seat oc-  
cupancy into account to ensure energy-effi-  
cient control adapting to the vehicle passen-  
gers.  
Upper side of the button for amount of air,  
manual.  
Air distribution, manual.  
At the same time, a condensation sensor con-  
trols the automatic programme in such a way  
that condensation is avoided as far as possi-  
ble.  
Switching off using the button  
Press and hold the lower side of the  
button.  
Switching the automatic  
programme on/off  
1. "CLIMATE MENU"  
Locking the automatic rear air-  
conditioning system  
1. "CLIMATE MENU"  
2. "Automatic programme"  
3. Select the desired setting.  
2. "Settings"  
3. "Second row of seats"  
4. "Lock rear climate control"  
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When the automatic programme is turned on,  
the intensity of seat heating can be adjusted:  
Switching the automatic rear air-  
conditioning system programme  
on/off  
1. "CLIMATE MENU" tap in the centre of the  
air conditioning bar.  
Via iDrive  
1. "CLIMATE MENU"  
2.  
Seat heating.  
2. "Settings"  
3. Select the desired settings, for example,  
"HIGH".  
3. "Second row of seats"  
4. "Automatic programme"  
5. Select the desired setting.  
The individually selected settings of the air  
conditioning functions are stored and automat-  
ically set up again, for example, after the vehi-  
cle is started again.  
Using the button  
Press the key.  
Display  
The button LED lights up when the au-  
tomatic programme is switched on.  
The indicator in the climate control bar informs  
of the temperature differential between config-  
ured desired temperature and current interior  
temperature:  
Setting the intensity  
The red or blue bar next to the temperature  
display indicates the progress of heating up  
or cooling.  
General  
When the automatic programme is enabled,  
the intensity of individual air conditioning func-  
tions can be individually adjusted, for example:  
The desired interior temperature is reached  
as soon as the bar is no longer displayed.  
Active air conditioning functions, for example,  
seat heating are displayed as icons in the cli-  
mate control bar.  
"LOW"  
"MEDIUM"  
"HIGH"  
Active air conditioning functions are highligh-  
ted in colour in the climate control menu.  
Each level has a specific control range of the  
intensity.  
Based on the stored data models, the intensi-  
ties are dynamically adjusted during the jour-  
ney. It is not necessary to manually change the  
desired intensity to lower or higher levels while  
driving.  
Temperature  
Principle  
The automatic air conditioning cools or heats  
to the set temperature and then keeps the  
temperature constant.  
General  
Avoid switching between different temperature  
settings in rapid succession. The automatic air  
conditioning may not have sufficient time to  
adjust to the set temperature.  
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Adjusting the temperature  
Upper body temperature  
General  
The air temperature in the upper body area  
can be adjusted.  
The set interior temperature for driver and  
front passenger is not changed by this.  
Adjusting the upper body temperature  
1. "CLIMATE MENU"  
The desired temperature can be set individu-  
ally in the menu bar for the driver and front  
passenger.  
2. "Settings"  
3. "Driver" or "Front passenger"  
4. "Temp. adjustment upper body"  
5. Increase or decrease the temperature.  
Increase the temperature.  
Reduce the temperature.  
Air conditioning function  
Setting the temperature adjustment  
When the automatic programme is switched  
on, the speed of the heating and cooling proc-  
ess can be adjusted as follows:  
Principle  
The air in the interior is cooled and dried and  
then heated again depending on the tempera-  
ture setting.  
"BALANCED".  
The setting enables a smooth, low-noise  
adjustment of the interior temperature.  
Operating requirements  
"DYNAMIC".  
Standby state or drive-ready state is switched  
on.  
The setting enables a quick adjustment of  
the interior temperature with a high amount  
of air.  
Switching the cooling function on/off  
1. "CLIMATE MENU"  
Setting the automatic rear air-  
conditioning system temperature  
2. "A/C"  
Depending on the weather conditions, the  
windscreen and the side windows may mist  
over for a short time after switching on drive-  
ready state.  
Via iDrive  
1. "CLIMATE MENU"  
2. "Settings"  
Cooling produces condensation, which then  
exits underneath the vehicle.  
3. "Second row of seats"  
4. Set the desired temperature.  
Using the button  
Press the upper or lower side of the  
button to set the desired temperature.  
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When the air recirculation function is turned off,  
outside air is directed into the interior.  
Maximum cooling  
In the automatic recirculated-air control, out-  
side air is drawn in or the interior air is circula-  
ted, depending on the outside air quality.  
Principle  
The function enables quick and intense cooling  
of the interior.  
The interior filter cleans the incoming outside  
air or the circulated inside air in air recirculation  
mode.  
General  
The system is set to the lowest temperature  
and maximum amount of air.  
Turning the air recirculation function  
on/off  
1. "CLIMATE MENU"  
The function is automatically activated in the  
rear when the SYNC programme is turned on.  
2. The current operating mode is displayed in  
the toolbar. Select the desired setting in the  
toolbar:  
Operating requirements  
The function is available at an outside temper-  
ature above approximately 0 , 32 and  
when drive-ready state is switched on.  
"Air recirculation"  
"Fresh air"  
"Auto air recirculation"  
Turning maximum cooling on/off  
1. "CLIMATE MENU"  
Depending on the equipment, the air recircu-  
lation function will turn off automatically after  
some time depending on the environmental  
factors to prevent condensation.  
2. "MAX A/C"  
The air flows from the air vents for the upper  
body area. Open the vents.  
Automatic rear air-conditioning system:  
Press the key.  
Amount of air  
The LED in the button is illuminated  
when maximum cooling is switched on.  
General  
The blower-generated air flow can be adjusted  
individually as needed.  
Air recirculation function  
Adjusting the amount of air  
1. "CLIMATE MENU"  
Principle  
2.  
Amount of air.  
If the air outside the vehicle has an unpleasant  
odour or contains pollutants, the supply of out-  
side air into the interior of the vehicle can be  
shut off. The interior air is then recirculated.  
3. Select the desired setting.  
The amount of air may be reduced in order to  
save the vehicle battery power.  
General  
If there is condensation, switch off the air recir-  
culation function.  
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Adjusting the amount of air of  
the automatic rear air-conditioning  
system  
SYNC programme  
Principle  
If the SYNC programme is activated, settings  
on the driver's side are transferred to the pas-  
senger's side and to the rear.  
Via iDrive  
1. "CLIMATE MENU"  
2. "Settings"  
General  
3. "Second row of seats"  
4. "Fan"  
The following settings can be transferred:  
Temperature.  
5. Select the desired setting.  
Amount of air.  
Using the button  
Air distribution.  
Automatic programme.  
Press top or bottom side of button re-  
peatedly: reduce or increase amount of  
air.  
Turning the SYNC programme  
on/off  
1. "CLIMATE MENU"  
The selected amount of air is shown on the  
climate display.  
2. "SYNC"  
If the settings on the passenger side or in the  
rear are changed, the programme is automati-  
cally switched off.  
Air distribution  
General  
In manual mode, the air distribution can be  
adjusted as required.  
Defrost function  
Adjusting the air distribution  
1. "CLIMATE MENU"  
Principle  
With the defrost function, ice and condensation  
are quickly removed from the windscreen and  
the front side windows.  
2.  
Air distribution.  
3. Select the desired setting.  
The selected air distribution is displayed.  
General  
The amount of air and air temperature are  
automatically optimised for the removal of ice  
and condensation.  
Adjusting the air distribution,  
automatic rear air-conditioning  
system  
The air distribution is directed towards the  
windscreen and the front side windows.  
Press the upper or lower side of the  
button. Select the desired setting.  
If there is condensation, turn on the automatic  
programme to utilise the advantages of the  
condensation sensor. Ensure that air can flow  
towards the windscreen.  
The selected air distribution setting is  
shown on the climate display.  
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When the defrost function is switched on, the  
automatic rear air-conditioning system is de-  
activated to provide maximum power.  
If a drive is resumed within about 15 minutes  
after a temporary stop, the functions are auto-  
matically switched on at the last temperature  
setting.  
Turning the defrost function on/off  
Turning the seat heating on/off  
1. "CLIMATE MENU" tap in the centre of the  
air conditioning bar.  
Press the key.  
The LED in the button is illuminated  
when the system is switched on.  
2.  
Seat heating.  
3. Select the desired setting.  
Rear window heating  
If a drive mode for a consumption-optimised  
driving style is selected, the heater output is  
reduced.  
Principle  
With the rear window heating, ice and conden-  
sation are quickly removed from the rear win-  
dow.  
Turning the armrest heating on/off  
1. "CLIMATE MENU"  
2. "Settings"  
Operating requirements  
Standby state or drive-ready state is switched  
on.  
3. Select the desired seat.  
4. "Heat armrests and seat"  
Switching the seat heating for the  
rear automatic climate control on  
Turning the rear window heating  
on/off  
Press the button once for each temper-  
ature stage.  
Press the key.  
The LED is illuminated when the rear  
window heating is switched on.  
The highest temperature if the three  
LEDs are illuminated.  
The rear window heating switches off auto-  
matically after a while.  
Switching off the seat heating for  
the rear automatic climate control  
Press and hold the button until the  
LEDs are extinguished.  
Seat and armrest heating  
Principle  
The system heats the seats and armrests if  
required.  
Active seat ventilation  
Principle  
General  
The system cools the seat and backrest surfa-  
ces if required and ensures a pleasant seating  
climate.  
Seat heating can also be used without armrest  
heating. Deactivate the armrest heating if re-  
quired.  
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Switching the active seat ventilation  
on/off  
Ventilation at front  
1. "CLIMATE MENU" tap in the centre of the  
air conditioning bar.  
2.  
Seat ventilation.  
3. Select the desired setting.  
If a drive mode for a consumption-optimised  
driving style is selected, the cooling power is  
reduced.  
Setting the air flow direction and amount of air  
at the air vent.  
Steering wheel heating  
Changing the air flow direction: press the  
button in the desired air flow direction.  
Principle  
Changing the amount of air:  
The system heats the steering wheel if neces-  
sary.  
Turn the button clockwise to increase  
the amount of air.  
Turn the button anti-clockwise to de-  
crease the amount of air.  
Turning the steering wheel heating  
on/off  
1. "CLIMATE MENU" tap in the centre of the  
air conditioning bar.  
Ventilation in rear passenger  
compartment  
2.  
Steering wheel heating.  
3. Select the desired setting.  
If a drive mode for a consumption-optimised  
driving style is selected, the heater output is  
reduced.  
Ventilation  
Principle  
Lever for changing the air flow direction,  
arrows 1.  
The ventilation system provides individual  
ranges of adjustment for direct or indirect ven-  
tilation to optimise the movement of air inside  
the vehicle.  
Knurled wheel for steplessly opening and  
closing the air vents, arrows 2.  
Knurled wheel for varying the temperature,  
arrow 3.  
General  
Towards blue: cooler.  
Towards red: warmer.  
Open the air vents and position them in a way  
that ensures effective climate control.  
The air flow heats or cools noticeably, depend-  
ing on the set temperature.  
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Turn backwards: distribute the air in the  
storage compartment between the seats.  
Ventilation in the rear, side  
The heating is not operational without switch-  
ing on the blower. After the heating is switched  
off, the blower can be used to recirculate the  
interior air, for example at high temperatures.  
To do this, switch on the blower, arrow 1, and  
turn the knurled wheel towards the rear, ar-  
row 2.  
Lever for changing the air flow direction,  
arrow 1.  
Air quality  
Knurled wheel for steplessly opening and  
closing the air vents, arrow 2.  
General  
The air quality in the interior is improved by the  
following components:  
Adjusting the ventilation  
Depending on the set ventilation, align the air  
flow directly or indirectly toward the passen-  
gers.  
Emissions-tested interior.  
Interior filter.  
Climate control system for regulating tem-  
perature, amount of air and air recirculation  
function.  
Heating and ventilation, third-row  
seating  
The air in the area of the third-row seating can  
be heated or recirculated. The air vents are in  
the storage compartments between the seats  
and in the foot area of the third-row seating.  
Pre-cooling.  
Physical Air Treatment Technology.  
Fragrancing.  
Interior filter  
The interior filter cleans the incoming outside  
air or the circulated inside air in air recirculation  
mode.  
Depending on the equipment:  
Dust and pollen are filtered out from the  
inflowing outside air.  
Nano-particle emissions are reduced.  
Gaseous pollutants are filtered.  
Button for switching on the blower, arrow 1.  
The LED is illuminated.  
Microbial particles, viruses, and allergens  
are filtered.  
Knurled wheel for activating the heating  
and distributing the air, arrow 2.  
The vehicle manufacturer recommends having  
the interior filter replaced when the vehicle is  
serviced.  
Turn forwards: activate the heating and  
distribute the air in the foot area.  
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Ioniser  
Ambient Air Package  
Principle  
Principle  
The ioniser cleans the interior air by removing  
suspended particles and improves the air qual-  
ity.  
With the Ambient Air Package, the interior air is  
cleaned and perfumed with selected fragran-  
ces.  
Switching the ioniser on/off  
1. "CLIMATE MENU"  
2. "Settings"  
General  
It is possible to choose between two fra-  
grances in the vehicle. Additional fragrances  
are possible by exchanging the fragrance car-  
tridges.  
3. "Air quality"  
4. "Ionisation"  
The following criteria can influence fragrance  
perception inside the vehicle interior:  
Fragrancing  
Settings of the automatic air conditioning.  
Temperature and air humidity.  
Time of day and season.  
General  
Fragrancing is done at intervals to avoid famili-  
arisation.  
Physical condition of the vehicle occupants,  
for example fatigue.  
Two fragrance cartridges in the vehicle enable  
you to switch between fragrances.  
BMW recommends using genuine BMW fra-  
grance cartridges.  
The fragrance cartridges are located in the  
glove compartment.  
Genuine BMW fragrance cartridges are not  
refillable, and must be replaced by new fra-  
grance cartridges after they are used up.  
To ensure a pleasant interior fragrance in the  
vehicle at the start of the journey, fragrancing  
can be started before you set off. The system  
is automatically switched on with pre-cooling if  
fragrancing was switched on at the end of the  
last journey.  
Safety information  
WARNING  
Operating requirements  
Refilled BMW fragrance cartridges may emit  
harmful substances, and cause malfunctions  
and damage to the system. There is a dan-  
ger of injury or material damage. Do not refill  
fragrance cartridges; once they are used up,  
replace them with new fragrance cartridges.  
The fragrance cartridges are adequately fil-  
led.  
The interior temperature is between +5 ,  
41 and +40 , 104 .  
Open the ventilation air vents to allow the  
fragrance to enter the passenger compart-  
ment.  
Selecting the fragrance  
The interior is perfumed with the selected fra-  
grance.  
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It is possible to choose between two fragran-  
ces.  
The cartridge holder slides downwards.  
1. "CLIMATE MENU"  
2. "Settings"  
3. "Air quality"  
4. "Fragrance"  
5. Select the desired fragrance.  
Switching fragrancing on/off, setting  
the intensity  
1. "CLIMATE MENU"  
3. Remove the cover of the new fragrance  
cartridge. Grip the top of the cover to slide it  
off the fragrance cartridge.  
2. "Settings"  
3. "Air quality"  
4. "Fragrance"  
5. "Intensity"  
6. Select the desired setting.  
Display  
Illustrations on the control display show the  
current filling level of the fragrance cartridges.  
4. Attach the removed cover to the rear side  
of the fragrance cartridge.  
1. "CLIMATE MENU"  
2. "Settings"  
3. "Air quality"  
When an empty fragrance cartridge is dis-  
played, the cartridge still contains a fluid carry-  
ing the fragrance. However, it is not sufficient  
for fragrancing.  
A Check Control message is displayed once  
when the fragrance cartridges have been used  
up.  
Inserting fragrance cartridges  
The fragrance cartridges are located in the  
glove compartment.  
1. Open the glove compartment.  
Glove compartment on the passenger's  
side, see page 322.  
2. Press the underside of the cartridge  
bracket.  
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5. Position the fragrance cartridge so the chip  
points away from the cartridge bracket.  
The cartridge holder slides downwards.  
3. Pull the required fragrance cartridge out of  
the bracket.  
6. Slide the fragrance cartridge into the car-  
tridge holder at a slight angle without ap-  
plying pressure. The fragrance cartridge  
is correctly positioned when the cartridge  
holder can be closed.  
Fragrance cartridge, arrow 1: first fragrance  
displayed on the control display.  
Fragrance cartridge, arrow 2: second fra-  
grance displayed on the control display.  
7. Push the cartridge holder upwards until it  
engages.  
4. Pull the required fragrance cartridge out of  
the bracket.  
Make sure that no objects press against  
the cartridge holder from underneath, oth-  
erwise the function of the Ambient Air  
Package could be impaired.  
8. Close the glove compartment.  
Removing fragrance cartridges  
The fragrance cartridges are located in the  
glove compartment.  
1. Open the glove compartment.  
Recycling  
Glove compartment on the passenger's  
side, see page 322.  
Empty fragrance cartridges can be  
handed over for recycling at an author-  
ised Service Partner or another quali-  
fied Service Partner or a specialist workshop.  
2. Press the underside of the cartridge  
bracket.  
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Pre-cooling/pre-heating  
WARNING  
When the pre-heating is operating, high tem-  
peratures can be generated under the body,  
for example because of the exhaust system.  
If flammable materials come into contact with  
hot parts of the exhaust system, these mate-  
rials may ignite. There is a risk of fire. Make  
sure that no flammable materials, for exam-  
ple leaves, grass, gas, petrol, oil or other  
flammable objects, can come into contact  
with vehicle parts when the pre-heating is  
operating. Switch off the pre-heating before  
refuelling.  
Principle  
The system consists of the pre-cooling and  
pre-heating functions. It allows the tempera-  
ture of the interior to be adjusted before the  
journey starts. The interior is ventilated or  
heated depending on the set temperature and  
ambient temperature. When doing so, the sys-  
tem uses any available residual heat from the  
engine or the vehicle's fuel for generating heat.  
General  
The system can be switched on and off directly  
or for a preselected departure time.  
Operating requirements  
The switch-on time is calculated based on the  
outside temperature. The system will switch  
on in good time before the preselected depar-  
ture time.  
The vehicle is in rest state or standby state.  
The vehicle battery must be sufficiently  
charged.  
The system switches off automatically after a  
while. It continues to run for a short time after it  
has been switched off.  
When activated, the pre-cooling/pre-heat-  
ing uses power from the vehicle battery. As  
a result, the maximum operating time is re-  
stricted to protect the vehicle battery. After  
the engine is started or after driving a short  
distance, the system will be available again.  
If outside temperatures are below 0 , 32 ,  
water vapour condenses and exits underneath  
the vehicle.  
For pre-heating: the fuel tank capacity is  
sufficient.  
Safety information  
If the fuel tank capacity is low and the ve-  
hicle is parked on a slant, the pre-heating  
function may be restricted.  
DANGER  
A blocked exhaust pipe or inadequate ven-  
tilation can allow harmful exhaust fumes to  
enter the vehicle. The exhaust fumes contain  
pollutants which are colourless and odour-  
less. In enclosed spaces, exhaust fumes can  
also build up outside the vehicle. There is  
a danger to life. Keep the exhaust pipe  
clear and ensure sufficient ventilation. Do  
not switch on the pre-heating in enclosed  
spaces, for example closed garages.  
Time and date are set correctly.  
The air vents of the ventilation are open.  
Turning the pre-cooling/pre-heating  
on/off  
1. "CLIMATE MENU"  
2. "Settings"  
3. "Pre-heating/cooling"  
4. Select the desired setting.  
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Departure time  
Display  
Icon  
Description  
General  
To ensure a pleasant interior temperature in  
the vehicle at the start of the journey, it is pos-  
sible to set different departure times.  
Icon in the upper centre  
console.  
Icon illuminates: the pre-  
heating is switched on.  
One-off departure time: the time can be set.  
The system is activated once.  
Icon flashes: the residual  
heat of the engine is being  
used.  
Departure time with day of the week: the  
time and day of the week can be set.  
The system is switched on before the set  
departure time on the required days of the  
week.  
Icon in the upper centre  
console.  
Icon is illuminated: a de-  
parture time is activated.  
Preselection of departure time is done in two  
stages:  
Icon flashes: the pre-cool-  
ing/pre-heating is switched  
on.  
Set the departure times.  
Activate the departure time.  
At least 10 minutes should pass between  
setting/activating the departure time and the  
scheduled departure time, so the climate con-  
trol has enough time to work.  
Activating with the My BMW App  
Depending on the equipment, the My BMW  
App with remote function can be used to  
switch on the pre-cooling/heating via a prese-  
lected departure time or directly.  
Setting the departure time  
1. "CLIMATE MENU"  
2. "Settings"  
Pre-conditioning via Remote  
Engine Start  
3. "Pre-heating/cooling"  
4. "Departure plan"  
5. Select the required departure time.  
6. Set the desired departure time.  
7. Select the day of the week if necessary.  
Principle  
Pre-conditioning cools or warms the interior to  
a comfortable temperature before the start of  
a journey. The system does this by automati-  
cally cooling, ventilating or heating depending  
on the internal, external and set desired tem-  
perature. Any snow and ice can be removed  
more easily.  
Activating the departure time  
1. "CLIMATE MENU"  
2. "Settings"  
3. "Pre-heating/cooling"  
4. "Departure plan"  
The system starts the engine automatically for  
this purpose and lets it run for a limited time.  
5. Activate the required departure time.  
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gine to switch on automatically in order to con-  
trol the interior climate.  
Safety information  
1. "CLIMATE MENU"  
2. "Settings"  
DANGER  
A blocked exhaust pipe or inadequate ven-  
tilation can allow harmful exhaust fumes to  
pollute the area around the vehicle or enter it.  
The exhaust fumes contain pollutants which  
are colourless and odourless. In enclosed  
spaces or spaces with inadequate ventilation,  
the exhaust fumes can also build up outside  
the vehicle. There is a danger to life. Keep the  
exhaust pipe clear and ensure sufficient ven-  
tilation. Do not switch on the pre-conditioning  
in enclosed or poorly ventilated spaces, for  
example closed garages.  
3. "Pre-conditioning"  
4. "Remote Engine Start"  
5. "Start engine for climate cont."  
6. Confirm the disclaimer.  
Turning on/turning off the pre-  
conditioning  
General  
For safety reasons, the system switches off  
automatically after 15 minutes at the latest.  
The system can be switched on a maximum of  
twice in succession.  
WARNING  
When the pre-conditioning is operating, high  
temperatures can be generated under the  
body, for example because of the exhaust  
system. If flammable materials come into  
contact with hot parts of the exhaust system,  
these materials may ignite. There is a risk  
of fire. Make sure that no flammable materi-  
als, for example leaves, grass, gas, petrol, oil  
or other flammable objects, can come into  
contact with vehicle parts when the pre-con-  
ditioning is operating.  
The system will be available again once the  
drive-ready state has been activated and de-  
activated again.  
Switching on via iDrive  
1. "CLIMATE MENU"  
2. "Settings"  
3. "Pre-conditioning"  
4. "Start now"  
Switching on/off using the vehicle key  
Operating requirements  
The system can be switched on and off using  
the vehicle key.  
The vehicle is in rest state or standby state.  
Battery must be sufficiently charged.  
Fuel tank capacity is sufficient.  
Bonnet is closed.  
Press the vehicle key button three  
times within 1 second.  
After the vehicle key is pressed, it will  
take around 3 seconds for the engine to switch  
on.  
Ensure that the date and time are set cor-  
rectly in the vehicle.  
To switch the system off, press the button  
again three times.  
Ventilation air vents are open.  
Enabling automatic engine start  
The automatic engine start must be enabled  
before using the system. This enables the en-  
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4. "Departure plan"  
Switching off using the Start/Stop  
button  
5. Set the departure time.  
The system can be switched off directly by  
pressing the Start/Stop button without de-  
pressing the brake pedal.  
6. Select the day of the week if necessary.  
Activating the departure time  
1. "CLIMATE MENU"  
Air conditioning for departure time  
2. "Settings"  
3. "Pre-conditioning"  
General  
4. "Departure plan"  
To ensure a pleasant interior temperature in  
the vehicle at the start of the journey, it is pos-  
sible to set scheduled departure times in the  
system.  
5. Activate the required departure time.  
Display  
One-off departure time: the scheduled de-  
parture time can be set.  
In the instrument cluster:  
The engine runs for the purpose  
of operating the pre-condition-  
ing. The vehicle is not ready to  
drive.  
The system is switched on as a one-off.  
Departure time with day of the week: the  
scheduled departure time and day of the  
week can be set.  
Icon  
Description  
Preselection of departure time is done in two  
stages:  
Icon in the upper centre  
console.  
Set the departure times.  
Activate the departure time.  
Icon is illuminated: a de-  
parture time is activated.  
The system is automatically activated a few  
minutes before the set departure time. The  
system remains switched on until just after the  
set departure time.  
Icon flashes: the pre-condi-  
tioning is turned on.  
For safety reasons, climate control for depar-  
ture time is only possible once.  
Vehicle acknowledgement signals  
The system switch-on is acknowledged by two  
flashes.  
The system will be available again once the  
drive-ready state has been activated and de-  
activated again.  
The side lights remain switched on while the  
system is switched on.  
Observe the information regarding the inten-  
ded use of the vehicle.  
For further information:  
Your own safety, see page 9.  
Setting the departure time  
1. "CLIMATE MENU"  
2. "Settings"  
3. "Pre-conditioning"  
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Interior equipment  
General  
Vehicle equipment  
The total load of all sockets must not exceed  
140 watts at 12 V.  
This chapter describes equipment, systems  
and functions which are offered or may be of-  
fered in future on a model-specific basis, even  
if they are not included in the vehicle in ques-  
tion.  
Do not damage the socket by using unsuitable  
connectors.  
Safety information  
For further information:  
Vehicle equipment, see page 8.  
WARNING  
Devices and cables, for example portable  
navigation devices, that are located in the de-  
ployment range of the airbags may impede  
airbag deployment or be thrown around the  
vehicle interior when the airbag is deployed.  
There is a danger of injury. Make sure that  
devices and cables are not in the deployment  
range of the airbags.  
Sun visor  
Glare protection  
Fold the sun visor downwards or upwards.  
Protection from glare at the side  
Folding the sun visor out  
1. Fold down the sun visor.  
WARNING  
Battery chargers that charge the vehicle bat-  
tery via sockets or cigarette lighters in the  
vehicle may overload or damage the 12 V  
electrical system. There is a danger of injury  
or material damage. Only connect battery  
chargers for the vehicle battery to the starting  
aid terminals in the engine compartment.  
2. Detach the sun visor from its holder and  
pivot it sideways to the side window.  
3. Move it back to the desired position.  
Folding the sun visor in  
To close the sun visor, proceed in reverse or-  
der.  
Vanity mirror  
A vanity mirror is located behind a cover in the  
sun visor.  
WARNING  
If metallic objects fall into the socket, they  
can cause a short circuit. There is a danger  
of injury or material damage. After using the  
socket, re-fit the cigarette lighter or socket  
cover.  
Sockets  
Principle  
The socket can be used for electronic devi-  
ces when the standby or drive-ready state is  
switched on.  
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Front centre console  
Inside the luggage compartment  
Press the cover.  
There is a socket on the right side of the lug-  
gage compartment. Open the cover.  
USB port  
General  
Please comply with the notes on connecting  
mobile devices to the USB port in the chapter  
on USB connections.  
A socket is located between the cup holders, in  
one of the marked positions. Pull off the cover.  
For further information:  
For information on USB connection, see Own-  
ers Handbook for Navigation, Entertainment,  
Communication.  
Rear centre console  
In the centre armrest  
There is a socket in the centre console.  
Pull off the cover.  
There is a USB port in the centre armrest.  
Properties:  
USB port type C.  
For charging mobile devices.  
Charge current: max. 3 A.  
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In the centre console  
BMW Travel & Comfort  
System  
NOTICE  
Objects in the storage compartment, for ex-  
ample large USB connectors, can block or  
damage the cover on opening and closing.  
There is a risk of material damage. When  
opening and closing, make sure that the  
movement range of the cover is kept clear.  
General  
USB connections and mounts for mounting  
optional accessories, e.g. universal holders for  
tablets or clothes hangers are located on the  
backrests of the front seats.  
USB port properties:  
USB port type C.  
For charging mobile devices.  
Charge current: maximum 3 A / 45 W per  
seat.  
Additional information is available from an au-  
thorised Service Partner or another qualified  
Service Partner or a specialist workshop.  
Overview  
Press the cover.  
The sockets and the USB ports are located  
behind the marked covers.  
A USB port is located in the centre console, in  
one of the marked positions.  
Properties:  
USB port type A.  
For charging mobile devices and transfer-  
ring data.  
Charge current: maximum 1.5 A.  
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sure there are no objects in the tray together  
with the device.  
Installing optional accessories  
1. Slide the cover all the way to the side.  
Overview  
Tray crosswise in the centre console:  
2. Fit optional accessories, see installation in-  
structions.  
1
LED  
Wireless charging tray  
2
Dock surface  
Principle  
Tray on the left in the centre console:  
The wireless charging tray allows wireless  
charging of mobile phones and other mobile  
devices certified according to the Qi standard.  
General  
When inserting the device to be charged, make  
sure that there are no objects in the wireless  
charging tray together with the device to be  
charged.  
The charging process is indicated by the  
charge indicator on the control display.  
1
LED  
2
Dock surface  
Safety information  
Operating requirements  
The device to be charged must have been  
certified according to the Qi standard.  
WARNING  
When charging a Qi-compatible device in the  
wireless charging tray, any metal objects that  
are in the tray together with the device can  
become very hot. If storage media or elec-  
tronic cards, for example, smart cards, cards  
with magnetic strips or cards for transmitting  
signals, are located in the tray together with  
the device, their function may be impaired.  
There is a danger of injury or material dam-  
age. When charging mobile devices, make  
Standby state is switched on.  
The maximum size for a mobile phone is  
approximately 154.5 x 80 x 18 mm, 6.06 x  
3.1 x 0.7 in.  
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Protective sleeves and covers must be suit-  
able for wireless charging.  
Enabling/disabling the forgotten  
warning  
The mobile phone to be charged is located  
in the middle of the dock. The display of the  
mobile phone faces upwards.  
1.  
Apps menu  
2. "Vehicle apps"  
3. "System settings"  
4. "Wireless charging tray"  
5. "Mobile phone reminder"  
Inserting the mobile phone  
1. Open the cover of the dock.  
2. Place the mobile phone in the centre of the  
dock with the display facing upwards.  
System limits  
The charging current may be reduced or  
charging may be temporarily interrupted in the  
wireless charging tray in the following situa-  
tions:  
3. Close the cover of the dock.  
LED displays  
Due to excessive temperatures of the tray  
and mobile phone.  
Col-  
our  
Meaning  
When there are objects between the mobile  
phone and wireless charging tray.  
Blue  
The mobile phone is charging.  
The blue LED stays illuminated once  
the inserted Qi-compatible mobile  
phone is fully charged.  
If storage media or electronic cards, for  
example, chip cards, cards with magnetic  
strips or cards for signal transmission, are  
located between the mobile phone and the  
wireless charging tray.  
Or-  
ange  
The mobile phone is not charging.  
The mobile phone may be exposed  
to excessively high temperature or  
there may be foreign bodies in the  
charging cradle.  
By protective sleeves and covers that ex-  
ceed a thickness of 2 mm, 0.07 in.  
By protective sleeves and covers made  
of unsuitable material, e.g. with magnetic  
parts.  
Red  
The mobile phone is not charging.  
Contact an authorised Service Part-  
ner or another qualified Service Part-  
ner or a specialist workshop.  
By add-on parts on the mobile phone, e.g.  
holders.  
By settings on the mobile phone, for ex-  
ample for charging. Follow the relevant in-  
structions on the control display and in the  
instructions for the mobile phone, if applica-  
ble.  
Forgotten phone warning  
General  
A warning can be issued if a mobile phone with  
Qi certification has been left in the wireless  
charging tray when exiting the vehicle.  
The forgotten phone warning is shown in the  
instrument cluster.  
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Glove compartment  
Safety information  
WARNING  
This chapter describes equipment, systems  
and functions which are offered or may be of-  
fered in future on a model-specific basis, even  
if they are not included in the vehicle in ques-  
tion.  
The glove compartment protrudes into the  
interior when it is open. Objects in the glove  
compartment may be thrown into the interior  
during the journey, for example in the event  
of an accident or when braking or taking  
avoidance manoeuvre. There is a danger of  
injury. Immediately close the glove compart-  
ment after using it.  
For further information:  
Vehicle equipment, see page 8.  
Safety information  
WARNING  
Devices connected to the vehicle with a ca-  
ble, e.g. mobile phones, or loose objects can  
be thrown around the interior while driving,  
e.g. in the event of an accident, or when  
braking or performing evasive manoeuvres.  
There is a danger of injury. Secure devices  
connected to the vehicle with a cable or loose  
objects.  
Opening the glove compartment  
WARNING  
Pull the handle.  
Anti-slip mats can damage the instrument  
panel. Attached objects can become de-  
tached. There is a danger of injury or material  
damage. Do not use anti-slip mats.  
Locking the glove compartment  
The glove compartment can be locked with  
an integrated key. This prevents access to the  
glove compartment.  
After the glove compartment has been locked,  
the vehicle key can be handed over without the  
integrated key, for example, if the car is being  
parked by a valet parking service.  
For further information:  
Integrated key, see page 79.  
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Safety information  
Fold-down compartment  
Safety information  
WARNING  
WARNING  
Breakable objects, for example glass bottles  
or glasses, may get broken in the event of an  
accident or when braking or taking avoidance  
manoeuvre. Splinters may scatter throughout  
the interior. There is a danger of injury or ma-  
terial damage. Do not use breakable objects  
during a journey. Only stow breakable objects  
in closed storage compartments.  
The fold-down compartment protrudes into  
the interior when open. Objects in the fold-  
down compartment may be thrown into the  
interior while driving, for example in the event  
of an accident or when braking or performing  
avoidance manoeuvres. There is a danger of  
injury. Immediately close the fold-down com-  
partment after use.  
Storage compartments in  
the centre console  
Opening the fold-down  
compartment  
Opening the storage compartment  
Press the button and open the cover.  
Press the cover.  
Storage compartments in  
the doors  
Closing the storage compartment  
Pull back the cover by the the handle strip.  
General  
Front centre armrest  
There are storage compartments in the doors.  
General  
There is a storage compartment in the centre  
armrest between the seats.  
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Opening the centre armrest  
Opening the centre armrest  
Press the key.  
Press the button, arrow 1, and open up the  
cover, arrow 2.  
Close the centre armrest  
Press both lids down until they engage.  
Close the centre armrest  
Press the cover down until it engages.  
Centre armrest rear  
Cup holder front  
Safety information  
WARNING  
General  
There is a storage compartment in the centre  
armrest between the seats.  
Folding down the centre armrest  
Unsuitable containers placed in the cup hold-  
ers may damage the cup holders or be flung  
into the interior, for example in the event of  
an accident or when braking or taking avoid-  
ance manoeuvre. Spilt liquids can distract the  
driver from the traffic situation and lead to  
an accident. Hot beverages may damage the  
cup holders or cause scalding. There is a  
danger of injury or material damage. Do not  
force objects into the cup holder. Use light-  
weight, sealable and shatterproof containers.  
Do not transport hot drinks.  
Fold the centre armrest forwards.  
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Opening the cup holder  
NOTICE  
When the thermal cup holder is switched  
on and the cover is closed, the thermal cup  
holder may overheat. There is a risk of ma-  
terial damage. Switch off the thermal cup  
holder before closing the cover.  
NOTICE  
Press the cover.  
Temperature-sensitive objects can be dam-  
aged by the hot metal insert in the thermal  
cup holder. There is a risk of material dam-  
age. Only use suitable containers.  
Switching on the thermal cup holder  
Press the corresponding button once to  
keep cold or hot.  
Blue LED illuminates: keep beverages cold.  
Red LED illuminates: keep beverages hot.  
There are two cup holders in the centre con-  
sole.  
Switching off the thermal cup holder  
Closing the cup holder  
Pull back the cover by the the handle strip.  
Press the button repeatedly until the  
LEDs extinguish.  
Maintaining beverage temperature  
Cup holder rear  
Safety information  
WARNING  
General  
Depending on the equipment, drinks can be  
kept warm or cool.  
Safety information  
Unsuitable containers placed in the cup hold-  
ers may damage the cup holders or be flung  
into the interior, for example in the event of  
an accident or when braking or taking avoid-  
ance manoeuvre. Spilt liquids can distract the  
driver from the traffic situation and lead to  
an accident. Hot beverages may damage the  
cup holders or cause scalding. There is a  
danger of injury or material damage. Do not  
WARNING  
Contact with the hot metal insert in the ther-  
mal cup holder may cause burns. There is  
a danger of injury. Do not touch the metal in-  
sert when the thermal cup holder is switched  
on.  
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force objects into the cup holder. Use light-  
weight, sealable and shatterproof containers.  
Do not transport hot drinks.  
Third-row seating  
NOTICE  
If the cup holder is open, the centre armrest  
cannot be folded back. There is a risk of ma-  
terial damage. Press back the covers before  
folding up the centre armrest.  
The cup holders are between the seats in the  
third-row seating.  
Second-row seating  
General  
Coat hooks  
The cup holder can be adapted to fit three  
sizes.  
General  
Opening the cup holder  
1. Fold down the centre armrest.  
The coat hooks are located in the grab handles  
and on the body pillar in the rear.  
2. Press the button and fold out the cup  
holder fully.  
Safety information  
WARNING  
Items of clothing on the coat hooks can im-  
pair visibility when driving. There is a risk  
of accident. Hang items of clothing from the  
coat hooks in such a way that they do not  
obstruct visibility when driving.  
WARNING  
Downsizing the cup holder  
Incorrect use of the coat hooks can present  
a danger, for example if objects are thrown  
around as a result of braking or avoidance  
manoeuvres. There is a danger of injury or  
material damage. Only hang lightweight ob-  
jects, for example items of clothing, on the  
coat hooks.  
To make it smaller, the cup holder can be fol-  
ded in 2 steps.  
Enlarging the cup holder  
To enlarge a reduced cup holder again, first  
fold it in completely. Then fold the cup holder  
out again fully.  
Closing the cup holder  
Fold in the cup holder fully until it engages.  
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Luggage compartment  
Vehicle equipment  
WARNING  
Devices connected to the vehicle with a ca-  
ble, e.g. mobile phones, or loose objects can  
be thrown around the interior while driving,  
e.g. in the event of an accident, or when  
braking or performing evasive manoeuvres.  
There is a danger of injury. Secure devices  
connected to the vehicle with a cable or loose  
objects.  
This chapter describes equipment, systems  
and functions which are offered or may be of-  
fered in future on a model-specific basis, even  
if they are not included in the vehicle in ques-  
tion.  
For further information:  
Vehicle equipment, see page 8.  
Loading  
WARNING  
Incorrectly stowed objects may slip or be  
thrown into the interior, for example in the  
event of an accident or when braking or tak-  
ing avoidance manoeuvre. Vehicle occupants  
could be struck and injured. There is a dan-  
ger of injury. Stow and secure objects and the  
load correctly.  
Safety information  
WARNING  
A high total weight can make the tyres over-  
heat, causing internal damage and a sudden  
tyre pressure loss. Handling characteristics  
may be adversely affected, for example re-  
duced directional stability, longer stopping  
distance and altered steering characteristics.  
There is a risk of accident. Please comply  
with the permitted load index of the tyre, and  
do not exceed the permitted total weight.  
NOTICE  
Liquids in the luggage compartment may  
cause damage. There is a risk of material  
damage. Ensure that no liquids leak out into  
the luggage compartment.  
WARNING  
Stowing and securing loads in the  
vehicle  
If the permitted total weight and the permit-  
ted axle loads are exceeded, the operational  
safety of the vehicle is no longer guaranteed.  
There is a risk of accident. Do not exceed  
the permitted total weight and permitted axle  
loads.  
Wrap protective material around any sharp  
corners and edges on the load.  
Do not stack loads above the upper edge of  
the backrests.  
Fully fold down the rear seat backrests if  
stowing a large load.  
Secure load-securing equipment to the  
lashing eyes in the luggage compartment.  
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Use the luggage compartment partition net  
to protect the vehicle passengers depend-  
ing on the equipment. Make sure that ob-  
jects cannot penetrate the luggage com-  
partment partition net.  
The front lashing eyes are located under cov-  
ers.  
Automated slide & anti-slip  
rails  
Small and lightweight load: secure with ten-  
sioning straps or retaining straps or with a  
luggage compartment net.  
Principle  
Large and heavy loads: secure with lashing  
straps.  
Heavy loads: stow as far forward as possi-  
ble, low down and directly behind the rear  
seat backrests.  
Very heavy loads: stow as far forward as  
possible, low down and directly behind the  
rear seat backrests. If there are no passen-  
gers on the rear seat, insert both outer seat  
belts into the respective opposite buckles.  
The system prevents the load from sliding  
around in the luggage compartment when the  
anti-slip rails are up.  
Lashing eyes in the luggage  
compartment  
General  
General  
Observe the information and notes about load-  
ing.  
Load-securing equipment, for example lashing  
straps, tensioning straps, retaining straps or  
luggage compartment nets, must be secured  
to the lashing eyes.  
The anti-slip rails come up automatically  
whenever:  
Tailgate is closed.  
Incline of the vehicle is more than approx.  
13 %.  
Overview  
Tailgate is open and a speed of  
around 5 km/h, 3 mph is exceeded.  
For further information:  
Loading, see page 327.  
Multifunction hook  
General  
The lashing eyes are located in the luggage  
compartment.  
There is a multifunction hook on the left and  
right side in the luggage compartment.  
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Safety information  
Opening the storage compartment  
WARNING  
Incorrect use of the multifunction hook may  
present a danger, for example if objects are  
flung around when performing braking and  
avoidance manoeuvres. There is a danger of  
injury or material damage. Only hang light-  
weight objects from the multifunction hooks.  
Only transport heavy luggage in the luggage  
compartment if suitably secured.  
Press the button, arrow 1, and open the cover,  
arrow 2.  
Folding down the multifunction  
hook  
Luggage compartment floor  
General  
There are storage compartments underneath  
the luggage compartment floor.  
Opening the storage compartment  
Press on the multifunction hook and turn it un-  
til it engages.  
Net  
Smaller objects can be stowed in the net on  
the left-hand or right-hand side.  
Fold up the luggage compartment floor.  
Side storage compartment,  
left  
Enlarging the luggage  
compartment  
General  
Principle  
There is a storage compartment on the left  
side of the luggage compartment.  
The luggage compartment can be enlarged by  
folding down the rear seat backrests.  
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the seats and their backrests are correctly  
General  
engaged or locked. If possible and if neces-  
sary, adjust the height of the head restraints  
or remove them.  
The rear seat backrest of the second row of  
seats is split 402040. The rear seat backr-  
ests on each side and the centre section can  
be folded down individually.  
The rear seat backrests can be folded down  
from the rear or from the luggage compart-  
ment.  
WARNING  
When folding down the rear seat backrest,  
vehicle parts can be damaged or body parts  
can become trapped. There is a danger of in-  
jury or material damage. When folding down,  
make sure that the movement range of the  
rear seat backrest, including the head re-  
straint, is kept clear.  
Depending on the equipment, the rear seat  
backrests can be folded down manually or  
electrically.  
Safety information  
WARNING  
Folding down the rear seat backrest  
manually  
Risk of entrapment when folding down the  
rear seat backrest. There is a danger of injury  
or material damage. Before folding down,  
make sure that the movement range of the  
rear seat backrest and the head restraint is  
clear.  
WARNING  
If a rear seat backrest is not locked, unse-  
cured load may be flung into the interior,  
for example in the event of an accident or  
when braking or taking avoidance manoeu-  
vre. There is a danger of injury. Make sure  
that the rear seat backrest is locked after it  
has been folded back.  
Pull the lever and fold the rear seat backrest  
forwards.  
Folding back the rear seat backrest  
manually  
Fold back the rear seat backrest into the seat  
position and engage.  
WARNING  
The red mark behind the lever disappears  
completely.  
If the seat is not set properly or the child  
seat has been installed incorrectly, the child  
restraint system may have restricted or no  
stability at all. There is a danger of injury  
or danger to life. Make sure that the child  
restraint system rests firmly against the seat  
backrest. Wherever possible, adapt the back-  
rest angle of all relevant seat backrests and  
adjust the seats correctly. Make sure that  
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Folding down rear seat backrest  
electrically  
Folding down the centre section  
From the rear  
Fold down the centre armrest and pull on the  
loop.  
Pull the switch and fold the rear seat backrest  
forwards.  
Luggage compartment  
cover  
From the luggage compartment  
Safety information  
WARNING  
Devices connected to the vehicle with a ca-  
ble, e.g. mobile phones, or loose objects can  
be thrown around the interior while driving,  
e.g. in the event of an accident, or when  
braking or performing evasive manoeuvres.  
There is a danger of injury. Secure devices  
connected to the vehicle with a cable or loose  
objects.  
Pull switch in the luggage compartment.  
Top switch: the left and middle rear seat  
backrest fold forwards.  
Bottom switch: the right rear seat backrest  
folds forwards.  
WARNING  
If the luggage compartment cover springs  
back quickly, it can trap parts of the body or  
cause damage. There is a danger of injury or  
material damage. Do not allow the luggage  
compartment cover to spring back quickly.  
Folding back the rear seat backrest  
electrically  
From the rear  
Press the relevant switch. The rear seat back-  
rest moves to an upright position.  
From the luggage compartment  
Pull the relevant switch. The rear seat backrest  
moves to an upright position.  
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WARNING  
If the luggage compartment cover is not in-  
serted correctly, it may be thrown around the  
interior during the journey, for example in the  
event of an accident or when braking or tak-  
ing avoidance manoeuvre. There is a danger  
of injury or material damage. Make sure that  
the luggage compartment cover is engaged  
securely in the brackets.  
Press the release key, arrow 1, and pull the  
luggage compartment cover out towards the  
rear, arrow 2.  
Closing the luggage compartment  
cover  
Stowing the luggage compartment  
cover  
General  
The luggage compartment cover can be  
stowed in the storage compartment under the  
luggage compartment floor.  
To stow the luggage compartment cover and  
the luggage compartment partition net to-  
gether, the luggage compartment partition net  
must be stowed in the rear position first.  
Pull out the luggage compartment cover, ar-  
row 1, and attach it to the brackets on both  
sides, arrow 2.  
Without a third-row seating  
1. Open the side storage compartment on the  
left.  
Removing the luggage  
compartment cover  
2. Fold up the luggage compartment floor.  
The cover can be removed for stowing bulky  
items.  
3. Turn the luggage compartment cover so its  
handle faces the front.  
4. Set down the left side of the luggage com-  
partment cover and lower the right side.  
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Make sure that the luggage compartment  
cover is positioned correctly in the right-  
hand bracket.  
sure that the cover audibly engages on both  
sides.  
Electric luggage  
compartment cover  
Principle  
The electric luggage compartment cover opens  
and closes automatically with the tailgate. For  
stowing bulky items or luggage, the luggage  
compartment cover can be lowered under the  
luggage compartment floor.  
5. Press the luggage compartment floor down  
and close the side storage compartment on  
the left.  
General  
Objects in the movement range are detected.  
The luggage compartment cover stops auto-  
matically to prevent damage.  
With a third-row seating  
1. Open the side storage compartment on the  
left.  
2. Fold up the luggage compartment floor.  
Safety information  
3. Set down the left side of the luggage com-  
partment cover and lower the right side.  
WARNING  
Make sure that the luggage compartment  
cover is positioned correctly in the right-  
hand bracket.  
Devices connected to the vehicle with a ca-  
ble, e.g. mobile phones, or loose objects can  
be thrown around the interior while driving,  
e.g. in the event of an accident, or when  
braking or performing evasive manoeuvres.  
There is a danger of injury. Secure devices  
connected to the vehicle with a cable or loose  
objects.  
WARNING  
Parts of the body may be trapped by the  
electric luggage compartment cover. The lug-  
gage compartment cover may be damaged  
by objects in the movement range. There is a  
danger of injury or material damage. When  
opening and closing, make sure that the  
movement range of the electric luggage com-  
partment cover is kept clear. When lowering,  
also make sure that the movement range of  
4. Press the luggage compartment floor down  
and close the side storage compartment on  
the left.  
Inserting the luggage compartment  
cover  
Hold the cover horizontally and slide it for-  
wards and into the two side holders. Make  
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the cover flap in the luggage compartment  
floor is kept clear.  
Buttons in the vehicle  
NOTICE  
Objects on the cover can cause damage.  
There is a risk of material damage. Do not  
place any objects on the luggage compart-  
ment cover.  
The luggage compartment cover buttons are  
located on the left-hand side of the luggage  
compartment.  
NOTICE  
Operating the electric luggage compartment  
cover by hand can damage the cover. There  
is a risk of material damage. Use the buttons  
in the luggage compartment for operation.  
Switch between automatic and base  
position.  
Lower or raise the luggage compart-  
ment cover.  
Overview  
Luggage compartment cover positions  
Opening the luggage compartment  
cover  
When the tailgate is opened, the luggage com-  
partment cover is opened as far as the auto-  
matic position.  
To open the luggage compartment cover all  
the way to the base position:  
Press the key.  
Automatic position, arrow 1.  
Base position, arrow 2.  
Closing the luggage compartment  
cover  
Press the key.  
The luggage compartment cover is closed as  
far as the automatic position.  
When closing the tailgate, the luggage com-  
partment cover is closed completely.  
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The luggage compartment cover is not closed  
automatically if it is in the base position when  
closing the tailgate.  
To restore functionality, close the luggage  
compartment cover by hand, arrow 1, until it  
engages in the mount, arrow 2.  
An ambient temperature that is too high  
or too low can cause the luggage com-  
partment cover to switch off. The function  
will be restored when the temperature is  
brought back to within the normal range,  
for example by switching on the air condi-  
tioning.  
Lowering the luggage compartment  
cover  
The luggage compartment cover can be low-  
ered for stowing bulky luggage.  
Press the key.  
If the system can no longer detect the posi-  
tion of the luggage compartment cover, the  
function will be deactivated. Initialisation is  
required.  
The luggage compartment cover is lowered  
under the luggage compartment floor.  
Raising the luggage compartment  
cover  
Initialising  
Press the key.  
Operating requirements  
The luggage compartment cover is  
raised to the base position.  
Vehicle is standing on level ground.  
Drive-ready state is activated.  
Press the key.  
The movement range of the luggage com-  
partment cover is kept clear.  
The luggage compartment cover  
is raised to the base position and  
closes as far as the automatic position.  
Outside temperature is above 5 , 41 .  
Initialising the system  
Press and hold the button until initiali-  
Malfunctions  
If the closing force exceeds a certain level  
when closing the luggage compartment  
cover, for example due to objects in the  
movement range, the cover will disengage  
from the mount. The luggage compartment  
cover comes to a stop in the guide rail.  
sation is complete.  
The luggage compartment cover moves to var-  
ious positions. Initialisation is complete when a  
signal sounds.  
If the button is released too soon, the lug-  
gage compartment cover stops. Initialisation  
has been cancelled.  
Press and hold the button to restart the initiali-  
sation.  
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With the rear seat backrest upright  
1. Remove or lower the luggage compartment  
cover.  
Luggage compartment  
partition net  
2. Fold up the rear cover caps on the roof  
frame at the top until they lock into place.  
General  
The luggage compartment partition net can be  
installed in two different positions in the vehi-  
cle.  
With the rear seat backrest folded  
down  
1. Fold down the rear seat backrests.  
To enlarge the luggage compartment, see  
page 329.  
3. Insert both upper fastening pins of the lug-  
gage compartment partition net into the  
holders as far as they will go, arrow 1, and  
slide forwards.  
2. Fold up the front cover caps on the roof  
frame at the top until they lock into place.  
3. Insert both upper fastening pins of the lug-  
gage compartment partition net into the  
holders as far as they will go, arrow 1, and  
slide forwards.  
4. Hook the two lower hooks of the luggage  
compartment partition net into the two eyes  
on the rear seat backrest, arrows 2.  
Stowing the partition net  
General  
The luggage compartment partition net can be  
stowed under the luggage compartment floor.  
To stow the luggage compartment cover and  
the luggage compartment partition net to-  
gether, the luggage compartment partition net  
must be stowed in the rear position first.  
4. Hook the two lower hooks of the luggage  
compartment partition net into the two eyes  
on the folded-down rear seat backrest, ar-  
rows 2. The rear seat backrests may need  
to be raised a little to do this.  
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5. Store the luggage compartment partition  
net in the recess. The mounting points  
must point downwards.  
Without a third-row seating  
1. Remove the luggage compartment partition  
net.  
2. Roll up the luggage compartment partition  
net and fasten with the Velcro strap.  
3. Remove the trim panel on the left-hand  
side.  
4. Fold up the luggage compartment floor.  
5. Store the luggage compartment partition  
net in the recess. The mounting points  
must point downwards.  
6. Lower one retaining strap to the left, ar-  
row 1, and lay the second retaining strap  
in the recess towards the front, arrow 2.  
6. Press the luggage compartment floor  
downwards.  
7. Insert the trim on the left-hand side.  
7. Press the luggage compartment floor  
downwards.  
8. Insert the trim on the left-hand side.  
With a third-row seating  
1. Remove the luggage compartment partition  
net.  
2. Roll up the luggage compartment partition  
net and fasten with the Velcro strap.  
3. Remove the trim panel on the left-hand  
side  
4. Fold up the luggage compartment floor.  
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