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Low beams
55-watt bulb, H7.1.Turn the lid counterclockwise and remove.2.Tilt the bulb down and then up to loosen it
from the holder and remove.3.Pull the connector off the bulb.4.Attach the connector to the new bulb.5.First insert the bulb at the top with the
strap, arrow 1, and then press down firmly,
arrow 2. Make sure that the bulb snaps into
place.6.Close the headlight housing with the lid.
Make sure that the lid engages.7.Attach the cover to the wheel house.Accessing the daytime running lights, high
beams/headlight flasher and parking lights
Follow general instructions, refer to page 213.1.Open the hood, refer to page 205.2.Turn the lid counterclockwise and remove.
Parking lights
6-watt bulb, H6W.
1.Turn the bulb holder counterclockwise and
remove.2.Press the bulb gently into the socket, turn
counterclockwise and remove.3.To insert the bulb and bulb holder, proceed
in reverse order of removal. Make sure that
the bulb holder snaps into place.4.Close the headlight housing with the lid.
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Headlights1Parking lights / daytime running lights2Low beams/high beams/headlight flasher3Turn signal
Low beams and high beams are designed with
xenon technology.
The parking lights and daylight running lights
are made using LED technology.
Contact your service center in the event of a
malfunction.
Turn signal
Follow general instructions, refer to page 213.
21-watt bulb, PY21W1.In the wheel house, loosen the two brack‐
ets and remove the cover.2.If necessary, pull the inside trim of the
wheel house slightly inward. Turn the bulb
socket counterclockwise and remove.3.Press the bulb gently into the socket, turn
counterclockwise and remove.4.Install the new bulb and bulb holder in re‐
verse order of removal.5.Attach the cover to the wheel house.
Front fog lights
Follow general instructions, refer to page 213.
35-watt bulb, H8.
1.Use the handle of the screwdriver from the
onboard vehicle tool kit to remove the
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Carefully pull back the wheel house panel,
arrow 2.2.Pull off the bulb connector, arrow 1.
Turn the bulb, arrow 2.
Left side of vehicle: turn clockwise.
Right side of vehicle: turn counterclock‐
wise.
Remove the bulb.3.Insert the new bulb, connect the connector
and screw on the wheel house panel.
Turn signal in exterior mirror
Follow general instructions, refer to page 213.
The turn signals in the exterior mirrors feature
LED technology. Contact your service center
in the event of a malfunction.
Tail lights, bulb replacement
At a glance1Turn signal2Reversing lamp3Inside brake lamp4Tail lights5Outside brake lamp
Bulb replacement, exterior tail lights General information
Follow general instructions, refer to page 213.
Turn signal: 21-watt bulb, P21WLL.
Outer brake lamp: 21-watt bulb, H21W.
The tail lights feature LED technology. Contact
your service center in the event of a malfunc‐
tion.
Use caution when replacing the bulb
Use caution and proceed one step at a
time when replacing the bulbs to prevent dam‐
age to the tail lights or the vehicle.◀
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Removing the exterior tail lamp1.Open the tailgate.2.Use a screwdriver out of the onboard vehi‐
cle tool kit to depress the catch fittings, ar‐
rows, and take off the cover.3.Loosen the two nuts with the screwdriver
handle, arrows.4.Grasp the inner edge of the tail lamp, ar‐
row 1, and carefully pull it backward and
out, arrow 2. Use your free hand to hold it
in place in order to prevent the tail lamp
from coming loose suddenly. Make surethat the foam rubber sealing ring is on the
centering pin.5.Release the catch at the top on the con‐
nector of the connecting line and remove
the connector from the bulb holder.
Replacing the bulbs
1.Loosen the five fasteners, arrows 1, on the
bulb holder and remove the bulb holder
from the tail lamp, arrow 2.2.Press the defective bulb gently into the
socket, turn counterclockwise and remove.3.Proceed in the reverse order to insert the
new bulb and attach the bulb holder. Make
sure that the bulb holder engages in all fas‐
teners.
Installing the tail lamp
1.Connect the connecting line to the tail
lamp and secure the bulb holder in the clip.2.Make sure that the sealing ring is on the
centering pin and that it is not damaged.3.Position and firmly press the outer part of
the tail lamp onto the rubber mount, ar‐
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arrow 2. Make sure that the tail lamp en‐
gages in the rubber mount.4.Screw the two nuts tight and mount the
cover.
Lights in the tailgate
General information
Follow general instructions, refer to page 213.
Reversing lights: 16-watt bulb, PW16W.
Inner brake lights: 21-watt bulb, H21W
Accessing the lights
Slide the cover outwards, arrow, and remove.
Replacing the reversing lamp and inner
brake lamp1.Loosen the two holders, arrow 1 and pull
down on the lamp holder to remove, ar‐
row 2.2.Unscrew the defective bulb of the revers‐
ing or brake lamp from its socket counter‐
clockwise.3.Insert the new bulb.
Installing the bulb holder
1.Slide the bulb holder onto the two guide
pins, arrow 1. Insert the two contacts, ar‐
row 2, into the connections, arrow 3.2.Press on the bulb holder. Make sure that
the two exterior holders latch into place.3.Place the cover back in position and slide it
inwards.
Rear lamp, license plate lamp and
central brake lamp
Follow general instructions, refer to page 213.
These lights are made using LED technology.
Contact your service center in the event of a
malfunction.
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Tow-starting and towingNote Tow-starting and towing
For tow-starting or towing, switch off the
Intelligent Safety systems; otherwise malfunc‐
tions of the individual braking systems might
lead to accidents.◀
Manual transmission Gearshift lever in neutral position.
Towing Follow the towing instructions
Follow all towing instructions; otherwise,
vehicle damage or accidents may occur.◀▷Make sure that the ignition is switched on;
otherwise, the low beams, tail lights, turn
signals, and wipers may be unavailable.▷Do not tow the vehicle with the rear axle
tilted, as the front wheels could turn.▷When the engine is stopped, there is no
power assist. Consequently, more force
needs to be applied when braking and
steering.▷Larger steering wheel movements are re‐
quired.▷The towing vehicle must not be lighter
than the vehicle being towed; otherwise,
it will not be possible to control the vehi‐
cle's response.Tow truck
With xDrive
The vehicle should only be transported on a
loading platform.
Do not tow with only the front or rear axle
raised
Do not tow the BMW with just the front or rear
axle raised; otherwise, the wheels could lock
up and the transfer case could be damaged.◀
Do not lift the vehicle
Do not lift the vehicle by the tow fitting or
body and chassis parts; otherwise, damage
may result.◀
Steptronic transmission: transporting
your vehicle
Note Your vehicle is not permitted to be towed.
Therefore, contact a service center in the
event of a breakdown.
Do not have the vehicle towedHave your vehicle transported on a load‐
ing platform only; otherwise, damage may oc‐
cur.◀
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3.Switch the engine off.4.Switch on the ignition.
Steptronic transmission:
1.Drive into the car wash.2.Engage selector lever position N.3.Switch the engine off.
In this way, the ignition remains switched
on, and a Check-Control message is dis‐
played.
Do not turn off the ignition in the car
wash
Do not turn off the ignition in the car wash;
otherwise, selector lever position P is en‐
gaged and damages can result.◀
The vehicle cannot be locked from the outside
when in selector lever position N. A signal
sounds when an attempt is made to lock the
vehicle.
To start the engine with manual transmission:
1.Press on the clutch pedal.2.Press the Start/Stop button.
To start the engine with Steptronic transmis‐
sion:
1.Depress the brake pedal.2.Press the Start/Stop button.
Pressing the Start/Stop button without step‐
ping on the brake turns the ignition off.
Selector lever positionSelector lever position P is engaged automati‐
cally:
▷When the ignition is switched off.▷After approx. 15 minutes.
Headlights
▷Do not rub dry and do not use abrasive or
acidic cleansers.▷Soak areas that have been dirtied e. g.,
from insects, with shampoo and wash off
with water.▷Thaw ice with de-icing spray; do not use an
ice scraper.
After washing the vehicle
After washing the vehicle, apply the brakes
briefly to dry them; otherwise, braking action
can be reduced and corrosion of the brake
discs can occur.
Completely remove all residues on the win‐
dows, to minimize loss of visibility due to
smearing and to reduce wiper noises and
wiper blade wear.
Vehicle care
Car care products BMW recommends using care and cleaning
products from BMW, since these have been
tested and approved.
Car care and cleaning products
Follow the instructions on the container.
When cleaning the interior, open the doors or
windows.
Only use products intended for cleaning vehi‐
cles.
Cleansers can contain substances that are
dangerous and harmful to your health.◀
Vehicle paint
Regular care contributes to driving safety and
value retention. Environmental influences in
areas with elevated air pollution or natural con‐
taminants, such as tree resin or pollen can af‐
fect the vehicle's paintwork. Tailor the fre‐
quency and extent of your car care to these
influences.
Aggressive substances such as spilled fuel, oil,
grease or bird droppings, must be removed im‐
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Everything from A to Z
IndexA ABS, Antilock Brake Sys‐ tem 120
ACC, Active Cruise Control with Stop & Go 125
Acceleration Assistant, refer to Launch Control 76
Accessories and parts 7
Activated-charcoal filter 151
Active Blind Spot Detec‐ tion 117
Active Cruise Control with Stop & Go, ACC 125
Adaptive brake lights, refer to Brake force display 118
Adaptive Light Control 94
Additives, oil 208
Adjustments, seats/head re‐ straints 51
After washing vehicle 231
Airbags 98
Airbags, indicator/warning light 99
Air circulation, refer to Recir‐ culated-air mode 147, 150
Air, dehumidifying, refer to Cooling function 147, 150
Air distribution, manual 147, 150
Air flow, air conditioner 147
Air flow, automatic climate control 150
Air pressure, tires 193
Air vents, refer to Ventila‐ tion 151
Alarm system 46
Alarm, unintentional 47
All around the center con‐ sole 16
All around the roofliner 17 All around the steering
wheel 14
All-season tires, refer to Win‐ ter tires 199
All-wheel-drive 121
Alternating-code hand-held transmitter 154
Alternative oil types 208
Ambient light 97
Antifreeze, washer fluid 73
Antilock Brake System, ABS 120
Anti-slip control, refer to DSC 120
Approved axle load 237
Approved engine oils, see Suitable engine oil
types 208
Arrival time 89
Ash tray 157
Assistance when driving off 124
Assist system information, on Control Display 91
Attentiveness assistant 119
AUTO intensity 149
Automatic car wash 230
Automatic climate con‐ trol 146
Automatic climate control with enhanced features 148
Automatic Cruise Control with Stop & Go 125
Automatic Curb Monitor 59
Automatic deactivation, front- seat passenger airbags 100
Automatic headlight con‐ trol 94
Automatic locking 45
Automatic recirculated-air control 150 Automatic tailgate 40
Automatic transmission, see Steptronic transmission 73
AUTO program, automatic cli‐ mate control 149
AUTO program, climate con‐ trol 147
AUTO program, intensity 149
Auto Start/Stop function 67
Average fuel consumption 88
Average speed 88
Axle loads, weights 237
B Backrest curvature, refer to Lumbar support 53
Backrest, width 53
Band-aids, refer to First aid kit 225
Bar for tow-starting/ towing 228
Battery replacement, vehicle battery 221
Battery replacement, vehicle remote control 35
Battery, vehicle 221
Belts, safety belts 54
Beverage holder, cu‐ pholder 165
Blinds, sun protection 48
BMW Advanced Diesel 189
BMW Assist, see user's manual for Navigation, En‐
tertainment and Communi‐
cation
BMW Driver’s Guide App 6
BMW Homepage 6
BMW Internet page 6
BMW maintenance sys‐ tem 210 Seite 240ReferenceEverything from A to Z240
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Bonus range, ECO PRO 178
Bottle holder, refer to Cu‐ pholders 165
Brake assistant 120
Brake discs, break-in 170
Brake force display 118
Brake lights, adaptive 118
Brake lights, brake force dis‐ play 118
Brake pads, break-in 170
Braking, hints 171
Breakdown assistance 224
Break-in 170
Brightness of Control Dis‐ play 91
Bulb replacement 213
Bulb replacement, front 214
Bulb replacement, halogen headlights 214
Bulb replacement, rear 218
Bulb replacement, xenon headlights 216
Bulbs and lights 213
Button, RES 128
Button, Start/Stop 65
Bypassing, refer to Jump- starting 225
C
California Proposition 65 Warning 7
Camera lenses, care 233
Camera, rearview cam‐ era 136
Camera, Side View 139
Camera, Top View 140
Can holder, refer to Cuphold‐ ers 165
Car battery 221
Car care products 231
Care, displays 233
Care, vehicle 231
Cargo 173
Cargo area 159
Cargo area, enlarging 160 Cargo area partition net 161
Cargo area, storage compart‐ ments 165
Cargo cover 159
Cargo, securing 174
Cargo straps, securing cargo 174
Car key, refer to Remote con‐ trol 34
Carpet, care 233
Car wash 230
Catalytic converter, refer to Hot exhaust system 171
CBS Condition Based Serv‐ ice 210
CD/Multimedia, see user's manual for Navigation, En‐
tertainment and Communi‐
cation
Center armrest 164
Center console 16
Central locking system 40
Central screen, refer to Con‐ trol Display 18
Changes, technical, refer to Safety 7
Changing parts 212
Changing wheels 221
Changing wheels/tires 198
Chassis number, see vehicle identification number 9
Check Control 79
Checking the engine oil level electronically 206
Checking the oil level elec‐ tronically 206
Children, seating position 61
Children, transporting safely 61
Child restraint fixing sys‐ tem 61
Child restraint fixing system LATCH 63
Child restraint fixing systems, mounting 61
Child safety locks 64 Child seat, mounting 61
Child seats 61
Chrome parts, care 232
Cigarette lighter 157
Cleaning displays 233
Climate control 146, 148
Clock 83
Closing/opening via door lock 39
Closing/opening with remote control 37
Closing the tailgate with no- touch activation 43
Clothes hooks 165
Coasting 180
Coasting with engine decou‐ pled, coasting 180
Coasting with idling en‐ gine 180
Cockpit 14
Cold starting, refer to Starting the engine 66
Combination reel, refer to Turn signals 70
Combination switch, refer to Wiper system 70
Comfort Access 42
COMFORT program, Dy‐ namic Driving Control 123
Compartments in the doors 164
Compass 155
Compressor 199
Computer, refer to On-board computer 87
Condensation on win‐ dows 151
Condensation under the vehi‐ cle 172
Condition Based Service CBS 210
Configuring driving pro‐ gram 124
Confirmation signal 45
ConnectedDrive, see user's manual for Navigation, En‐Seite 241Everything from A to ZReference241
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tertainment and Communi‐
cation
ConnectedDrive Services
Connecting electrical devi‐ ces 157
Continued driving with a flat tire 103 , 106
Control Display 18
Control Display, settings 90
Controller 18, 19
Control systems, driving sta‐ bility 120
Convenient opening with the remote control 37
Coolant 209
Coolant level 209
Coolant temperature 83
Cooling function 147, 150
Cooling, maximum 149
Cooling system 209
Cornering light 94
Corrosion on brake discs 172
Cosmetic mirror 157
Courtesy lamps during un‐ locking 37
Courtesy lamps with the vehi‐ cle locked 38
Cruise control 131
Cruise control, active with Stop & Go 125
Cruising range 83
Cupholders 165
Current fuel consumption 84
D
Damage, tires 197
Damping control, dy‐ namic 122
Data, technical 236
Date 83
Daytime running lights 94
Defrosting, refer to defrosting the windows 147
Defrosting, refer to Windows, defrosting 151 Defrosting the windows 147
Dehumidifying, air 147, 150
Deleting personal data 25
Deletion of personal data 25
Destination distance 88
Diesel exhaust fluid, at low temperatures 190
Diesel exhaust fluid, having refilled 190
Diesel exhaust fluid, on mini‐ mum 190
Diesel exhaust fluid, replen‐ ishing yourself 190
Diesel particulate filter 171
Digital clock 83
Digital compass 155
Dimensions 236
Dimmable exterior mirrors 59
Dimmable interior rearview mirror 60
Direction indicator, refer to Turn signals 70
Display, electronic, instru‐ ment cluster 78
Display in windshield 91
Display lighting, refer to In‐ strument lighting 96
Displays, cleaning 233
Disposal, coolant 209
Disposal, vehicle battery 222
Distance control, refer to PDC 133
Distance to destination 88
Divided screen view, split screen 23
Door lock 39
Door lock, refer to Remote control 34
Drive-off assistant 124
Drive-off assistant, refer to DSC 120
Driver assistance, refer to In‐ telligent Safety 107
Driving Assistant, refer to In‐ telligent Safety 107 Driving Dynamics Con‐
trol 122
Driving instructions, break- in 170
Driving mode 122
Driving notes, general 170
Driving stability control sys‐ tems 120
Driving style analysis 181
Driving tips 170
DSC Dynamic Stability Con‐ trol 120
DTC Dynamic Traction Con‐ trol 121
Dynamic Damping Con‐ trol 122
Dynamic Stability Control DSC 120
Dynamic Traction Control DTC 121
E
ECO PRO 177
ECO PRO, bonus range 178
ECO PRO display 177
ECO PRO driving mode 177
ECO PRO driving style analy‐ sis 181
ECO PRO mode 177
ECO PRO Tip - driving in‐ struction 179
EfficientDynamics 180
Electronic displays, instru‐ ment cluster 78
Electronic oil measure‐ ment 206
Electronic Stability Program ESP, refer to DSC 120
Emergency detection, remote control 35
Emergency release, fuel filler flap 186
Emergency Request 224
Emergency start function, en‐ gine start 35 Seite 242ReferenceEverything from A to Z242
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