BMW 7 SERIES 2018 Owners Manual

Planning
the
charging
process
General
information
The charging process can be adapted to con#j
straints, such as the cost of electricity or avail#j
able power sources. The vehicle can control
the charging process in such a way that the
charging process is completed at the depar#j
ture time. A departure time must be set for this purpose, refer to page 283.
The following settings are available:'yImmediate charging.'ySet time window for favorable charging.'ySet charging via a Level 1 charging cable.'yIntelligent charging.
If drive-ready state is switched off, changes
can be made via iDrive. Settings for stationary
climate control and charging process are also
accepted for planned departure times.
Intelligent charging can be ignored for the next
charging process.
1."Charge immediately once"
Immediate
charging
The charging process starts as soon as the
charging cable is connected.
Via iDrive:
1."My Vehicle"2."Plan charging/climate control"3."Charge immediately"
Setting
time
window
for
favorable
charging
When departure time is set, a time window for
charging with a favorable electricity rate can be
set.
Using iDrive:
1."My Vehicle"2."Plan charging/climate control"3."Charge for departure time"4."Set low cost time slot"5.Set rate begin.6.Set rate end.
The Digital Charging Service enables the time window to be set automatically for certain loca#j
tions. Further information about the Digital Charging Service is available on the Internet:
https://charging.bmwgroup.com
The vehicle can also start the charging process
before the selected time window begins or end
it after the selected time window finishes. The
starting point of the charging process is ad#j justed so the vehicle can be fully charged and,
if applicable, its climate controlled right up to
the departure time.
If drive-ready state is switched off, changes
can be made via iDrive.
The set time window can be ignored for the
next charging process.
1."Charge immediately once"
Setting
the
charge
current
for
charging
via
a
Level
1
charging
cable
Depending on the electrical mains, the vehicle must be charged with a different charging cur#j
rent strength, refer to page 276.
Using iDrive:
1."My Vehicle"2."Plan charging/climate control"3."Charging rate settings"
Settings are stored. When you change charg#j ing locations you also might need to changethe setting for charging.
Set the charge current strength at other
household sockets to the lowest level.
Stopping
the
charging
processThe charging process can be stopped at any
time by removing the charging cable and con#j
tinued at a later time by connecting the charg#j
ing cable. This enables, e.g., the use of other
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loads on the power connection or prevents si#jmultaneous high power from multiple loads.
Removing the charging cable, refer to
page 279.
Continuing
the
charging
process If the charging process is interrupted, e.g.,through a temporary power failure, the charg#jing process is automatically continued after
the interruption.
Terminating
the
charging
process1.Remove the charging cable from the vehi#j cle, refer to page 279.2.Stow the charging cable as required.3.Close the charging socket flap.4.Lock vehicle if it is unlocked.
Intelligent
charging
Concept
Intelligent charging can adapt the charging
process dynamically via the Internet to the en#j
vironmental condition, such as the availability
of solar power or time-variable electricity rates.
Intelligent charging is part of BMW's Digital Charging Service.
Further information about the Digital Charging
Service is available on the Internet:
https://charging.bmwgroup.com
General
information
No time for the end of charging is displayed in the instrument cluster for intelligent charging.
If drive-ready state is switched off, changes
can be made via iDrive.
Intelligent charging can be ignored for the next
charging process.
1."Charge immediately once"
Functional
requirements
'yAccount on the BMW charging portal.'yA subscription to the intelligent charging
service has been obtained.'ySuitable Wallbox.'yDeparture time set, refer to page 283.'yCharge current strength setting to highest
level, refer to page 281.
Configuring
the
BMW
charging
service
Use one of the following to configure the
BMW charging service:
'yBMW remote app on the smartphone.'yBMW charging portal in the Internet.
Activating
intelligent
charging
Via iDrive:
1."My Vehicle"2."Plan charging/climate control"3."Charge for departure time"4."Intelligent charging"
Displays
in
the
instrument
cluster
The charge state indicator light, refer to page 131, shows the charge state of the high-
voltage battery in the instrument cluster, if
standby state is switched on. If all bars are fil#j led, the high-voltage battery is fully charged.
Even if no bars are filled, the high-voltage sys#jtem is still under high voltage.
Information regarding the charging process are
shown on the charging screen, refer to
page 130.
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DisplayMeaningBlue plug: charging process active
or completed.
White plug: charging process inter#j
rupted.End of charging time or set depar#j
ture time.Charging progress bar.Indicator in blue: charged electrical
range.Indicator in white: maximum electri#j
cal range.Departure time set.Climate control activated at depar#j ture time.Flashing: ventilation active.Flashing: heating active.Flashing: cooling active.
Departure
time
Concept
For optimum range and climate control, the
departure time can be set before parking the
vehicle.
General
information
With a set departure time, the vehicle is pre- heated or pre-cooled during the charging
process if climate control is set. Climate con#j
trol output is reduced during the trip. This in#j
creases the range during electric driving.
The following settings are possible at depar#j ture time:'yClimate control at departure time.'yScheduling of up to three regular departuretimes.
If drive-ready state is switched off, changes
can be made via iDrive. Settings for climate
control and charging process are also applied
for scheduled departure times.
Climate
control
at
departure
time Via iDrive:
1."My Vehicle"2."Plan charging/climate control"3."Precondition for departure"
Setting
the
departure
time
Via iDrive:
1."My Vehicle"2."Plan charging/climate control"3."Set departure time"4.Set the time and weekday.
Up to three departure times can be set.
Activating
the
departure
time
Via iDrive:
1."My Vehicle"2."Plan charging/climate control"3."Set departure time"
Set departure times are displayed.4.For instance, activate "Departure time 1".
Up to three departure times can be activated.
The set departure time will be deactivated, if
the departure time was ignored three times in a row.
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Climate
controlGeneral
information
The following settings for climate control of
the vehicle are possible:'yActivate stationary climate control immedi#j ately, refer to page 239.
With stationary climate control activated
and no charging cable connected, the range is reduced.'yPlanned climate control at the set depar#jture time, refer to page 240.
Discharged
high-voltage
and
vehicle
battery
General
information
In addition to the high-voltage battery, the ve#j
hicle has a 12 volt vehicle battery, which is re#j
quired for operation of the onboard electron#j ics.
If the high-voltage battery is discharged and
the combustion engine is started, air condi#j
tioning may be limited.
With a discharged vehicle battery, no operation
of the vehicle is possible.
Starting
the
vehicle
If the vehicle battery is discharged, the com#j
bustion engine can be started using the bat#j tery of another vehicle and two jumper cables,see Jump-starting, refer to page 330.
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RefuelingVehicle
features
and
options
This chapter describes all standard, country- specific and optional features offered with theseries. It also describes features that are notnecessarily available in your vehicle, e. g., due
to the selected options or country versions.
This also applies to safety-related functions
and systems. When using these functions and systems, the applicable laws and regulations
must be observed.
General
information
Follow the fuel recommendation, refer to
page 288, prior to refueling.
To also ensure all engine functions under un#j
favorable conditions, for instance vehicle on a steep incline, at least 3 US gal/10 liters fuelshould be refueled.
Safety
information WARNING
If a sufficient safety distance from easily
flammable materials is not maintained, simulta#j neous charging and filling with fuel can cause a
risk of fire. There is a risk of injury or risk of
property damage. Do not fill the vehicle with
fuel and charge it simultaneously.'

If the fuel filler flap is not opened within10 minutes after the fuel filler flap was re#j
leased, the fuel filler flap relocks. Press
button again.
Fuel
cap
Opening
Before opening , vent the tank, refer to page 285.
1.Briefly press the rear edge of the fuel filler
flap.2.Turn the fuel cap counterclockwise.3.Place the fuel cap in the bracket attached
to the fuel filler flap.Closing
WARNING
The retaining strap of the fuel cap can be
jammed and crushed during closing. The cap cannot be correctly closed. Fuel or fuel vapors
can escape. There is a risk of injury or risk of property damage. Pay attention that the retain#jing strap is not jammed or crushed when clos#jing the lid.'

Observe
the
following
when
refueling
General
information
The fuel tank is full when the filler nozzle clicks
off the first time.
Observe safety regulations posted at the gas
station.
Safety
information WARNING
If a sufficient safety distance from easily
flammable materials is not maintained, simulta#j neous charging and filling with fuel can cause a
risk of fire. There is a risk of injury or risk of property damage. Do not fill the vehicle with
fuel and charge it simultaneously.'

FuelVehicle
features
and
optionsThis chapter describes all standard, country-specific and optional features offered with theseries. It also describes features that are notnecessarily available in your vehicle, e. g., due
to the selected options or country versions.
This also applies to safety-related functions
and systems. When using these functions and systems, the applicable laws and regulations
must be observed.
Fuel
recommendation
General
information Depending on the region, many gas stations
sell fuel that has been customized to winter or
summer conditions. Fuel that is available in
winter, e.g., helps make a cold start easier.
Gasoline
General
information For the best fuel efficiency, the gasolineshould be sulfur-free or very low in sulfur con#jtent.
Fuels that are marked on the gas pump as con#j taining metal must not be used.
Fuels with a maximum ethanol content of
10 %, i. e., E10, may be used for refueling.
Ethanol should meet the following quality stan#j dards:
US: ASTM 4806#mxx
CAN: CGSB-3.511#mxx
xx: comply with the current standard in each
case.Safety
information
CAUTION
The use of poor-quality fuels may result
in harmful engine deposits or damage. Addi#j
tionally, problems relating to drivability, start#j ing and stalling, especially under certain envi#j
ronmental conditions such as high ambient
temperature and high altitude, may occur.
If drivability problems are encountered, we rec#j
ommend switching to a high quality gasoline brand and a higher octane grade #n AKI num#jber #n for a few tank fills. To avoid harmful en#j
gine deposits, it is highly recommended to
purchase gasoline from Top Tier retailers.
Failure to comply with these recommendations
may result in the need for unscheduled main#j
tenance.'

NOTE
Fuel that does not comply with the mini#j
mum quality can compromise engine function or cause engine damage. There is a risk ofproperty damage. Do not fill with fuel that doesnot comply with the minimum quality.'

Wheels
and
tiresVehicle
features
and
options
This chapter describes all standard, country- specific and optional features offered with theseries. It also describes features that are notnecessarily available in your vehicle, e. g., due
to the selected options or country versions.
This also applies to safety-related functions
and systems. When using these functions and systems, the applicable laws and regulations
must be observed.
Tire
inflation
pressure
General
information
The tire characteristics and tire inflation pres#j
sure influence the following:'yThe service life of the tires.'yRoad safety.'yDriving comfort.'yFuel consumption.
Safety
information
WARNING
A tire with low or missing tire inflation
pressure impacts handling, such as steering
and braking response. There is a risk of an ac#j
cident. Regularly check the tire inflation pres#j sure, and correct it as needed, e.g., twice amonth and before a long trip.'