park assist BMW 335I SEDAN 2015 User Guide

At a glance
Button in the vehicle
Side View
Cameras
Two cameras integrated in the bumpers cap‐
ture the image.
The two camera lenses are located on the
sides of the bumper.
The image quality may be impaired by dirt.
Clean the camera lenses, refer to page 232.
Switching on/off
Switching on/off manually Press button.
Automatic deactivation during forward travel
The system switches off when a certain driving
distance or speed is exceeded.
Switch the system back on if needed.
Display
The traffic area to the left and right is displayed
on the Control Display.
Guidelines at the bottom of the image show
the position of the front of the vehicle.
Brightness With the Side View switched on:
1. "Brightness"2.Turn the controller until the desired setting
is reached, and press the controller.
Contrast
With the Side View switched on:
1. "Contrast"2.Turn the controller until the desired setting
is reached, and press the controller.
System limits
The cameras lidture a maximum range of
330 ft/100 m.
Top View
The concept Top View provides assistance in parking and
maneuvering. The area around the doors and
the road area around the vehicle are shown on
the Control Display for this purpose.
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When the distance to an object is small, a red
bar is shown in front of the vehicle, as it is in
the PDC display.
The display appears as soon as Top View is
activated.
When the image of the rearview camera is dis‐
played, it is possible to reel to top view:
"Rear view camera"
Brightness
With Top View switched on:
1. Select the symbol.2.Turn the controller until the desired setting
is reached, and press the controller.
Contrast
With Top View switched on:
1. Select the symbol.2.Turn the controller until the desired setting
is reached, and press the controller.
Displaying the turning radius and
pathway lines
▷The static, red turning radius line shows
the space needed to the side of the vehicle
when the steering wheel is turned all the
way.▷The variable, green pathway line assists
you in assessing the amount of space ac‐
tually needed to the side of the vehicle.
The lane line depends on the engaged
gear and the current steering angle. Thetrack line is continuously adjusted for the
steering wheel movement.
"Parking aid lines"
Turning circle and pathway lines are displayed.
System limits
Top View cannot be used in the following sit‐
uations:
▷With a door open.▷With the trunk lid open.▷With an exterior mirror folded in.▷In poor light.
A Check Control message is displayed in some
of these situations.
Parking assistant The concept
This system assists the driver in parking paral‐
lel to the road.
Ultrasound sensors measure parking spaces
on both sides of the vehicle.
The parking assistant calculates the best pos‐
sible parking line and takes control of steering
during the parking procedure.
When parking, also take note of the visual and
acoustic information and instructions issued
by the PDC, the parking assistant and the rear‐
view camera and react accordingly.
A component of the parking assistant is the
PDC Park Distance Control, refer to page 132.
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HintsPersonal responsibility
Even an active system does not relieve
the driver from personal responsibility while
driving.
Technically the system has its limits, it cannot
independently react to all traffic situations.
Monitor your driving, be on the alert, observe
the vehicle surroundings and other traffic and
react when needed - risk of accident.◀
Changes to the parking space
Changes to the parking space after it was
measured are not taken into account by the system.
Therefore, always be alert and ready to inter‐
vene; otherwise, there is the risk of an acci‐
dent.◀
Transporting cargo
Cargo that extends beyond the perimeter
of the vehicle is not taken into account by the
system during the parking procedure.
Therefore, always be alert and ready to inter‐
vene; otherwise, there is the risk of an acci‐
dent.◀
Curbs
The parking assistant may steer the vehi‐
cle over or onto curb if need be.
Therefore, always be alert and ready to inter‐
vene; otherwise, the wheels, tires, or the vehi‐
cle may become damaged.◀
An engine that has been switched off by the
Auto Start Stop function is restarted automati‐
cally when the parking assistant is activated.
Requirements
For measuring parking spaces▷Maximum speed while driving forward ap‐
prox. 22 mph/35 km/h.▷Maximum distance to row of parked vehi‐
cles: 5 ft/1.5 m.
Suitable parking space
▷Gap between two objects with a minimum
length of approx. 5 ft/1.5 m.▷Min. length of gap between two objects:
your vehicle's length plus approx.
4 ft/1.2 m.▷Minimum depth: approx. 5 ft/1.5 m.
Regarding the parking procedure
▷Doors and trunk lid closed.▷Parking brake released.▷When parking in parking spaces on the
driver's side, the corresponding turn signal
must be set where applicable.
Overview
Button in the vehicle
Parking assistant
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Ultrasound sensors
The ultrasound sensors for measuring parking
spaces are located on the side of the vehicle.
To ensure full functionality:
▷Keep the sensors clean and free of ice.▷When using high-pressure washers, do not
spray the sensors for long periods and
maintain a distance of at least 12 in/30 cm.▷Do not put stickers over sensors.
Switching on/off
Switching on with the button Press button.
The LED lights up.
The current status of the parking space search
is indicated on the Control Display.
Parking assistant is activated automatically.
Switching on with the reverse gear
Shift into reverse.
The current status of the parking space search
is indicated on the Control Display.
To activate:
"Parking Assistant"
Switch off
The system can be deactivated as follows:
▷Press button.▷Switch off the ignition.Display on the Control Display
System activated/deactivatedSymbolMeaning Gray: the system is not available.
White: the system is available but
not activated. The system is activated.
System status
▷Colored symbols, see arrows, on the side
of the vehicle illustrated. Parking assistant
is activated and search for parking space
active.▷Control Display shows suitable parking
spaces at the edge of the road next to the
vehicle symbol. When the parking assistant
is active, suitable parking spaces are high‐
lighted.▷The parking procedure is ac‐
tive. Steering control has
been taken over by system.▷Parking space search is always active
whenever the vehicle is moving forward
slow and straight, even if the system is de‐
activated. When the system is deactivated,
the displays on the Control Display are
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Parking using the parking assistantCheck the traffic situation as well
Louds noises outside and inside the ve‐
hicle can drown out the parking assistant's and
PDC's signals.
Check the traffic situation around the vehicle
with your own eyes; otherwise, there is a dan‐
ger of an accident.◀1.Switch on the parking assistant and acti‐
vate it if needed.
The status of the parking space search is
indicated on the Control Display.2.Follow the instructions on the Control Dis‐
play.
The best possible parking position will
come after gear change on the stationary
vehicle - wait for the automatic steering
wheel move.
The end of the parking procedure is indi‐
cated on the Control Display.3.Adjust the parking position yourself if
needed.
Interrupting manually
The parking assistant can be interrupted at any
time:
▷ "Parking Assistant" Select the symbol
on the Control Display.▷Press button.
Interrupting automatically
The system is interrupted automatically in the
following situations:
▷If the driver grasps the steering wheel or if
he takes over steering.▷If a gear is selected that does not match
the instruction on the Control Display.▷If the vehicle speed exceeds approx.
6 mph/10 km/h.▷Possible on snow-covered or slippery road
surfaces.▷When there are obstacles that are hard to
overcome, such as curbs.▷When there are obstacles that suddenly
arise.▷If the Park Distance Control PDC displays
clearances that are too small.▷If a maximum number of parking attempts
or the time taken for parking is exceeded.▷If a turn signal has been actuated contrary
to the desired side for parking.▷When switching to another function on the
Control Display.
A Check Control message is displayed.
Resume An interrupted parking procedure can be con‐
tinued if needed.
Follow the instructions on the Control Display
to do this.
System limits
No parking assistance
The parking assistant does not offer assis‐
tance in the following situations:
▷In tight curves.
Functional limitations
The system may not be fully functional in the
following situations:
▷On bumpy road surfaces such as gravel
roads.▷On slippery ground.▷On steep uphill or downhill grades.▷With accumulations of leaves/snow in the
parking space.
Limits of ultrasonic measurement
Ultrasonic measuring might not function under
the following circumstances:
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▷For small children and animals.▷For persons with certain clothing, e.g.
coats.▷With external interference of the ultra‐
sound, e.g. from passing vehicles or loud
machines.▷When sensors are dirty, iced over, dam‐
aged or out of position.▷Under certain weather conditions such as
high relative humidity, rain, snowfall, ex‐
treme heat or strong wind.▷With tow bars and trailer couplings of other
vehicles.▷With thin or wedge-shaped objects.▷With moving objects.▷With elevated, protruding objects such as
ledges or cargo.▷With objects with corners and sharp edges.▷With objects with a fine surface structure
such as fences.▷For objects with porous surfaces.
Low objects already displayed, e.g., curbs, can
move into the blind area of the sensors before
or after a continuous tone sounds.
The parking assistant may identify parking
spaces that are not suitable for parking.
Malfunction
A Check Control message is displayed.
The parking assistant failed. Have the system
checked.
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However, this has no effect on the perform‐
ance and operational reliability of the brake.
Objects within the range of movement
of the pedals
No objects in the area around the pedals
Keep floor mats, carpets, and any other
objects out of the pedal area; otherwise, the
function of the pedals could be impeded while
driving and create the risk of an accident.
Do not place additional floor mats over existing
mats or other objects.
Only use floor mats that have been approved
for the vehicle and can be properly attached to
floor.
Ensure that the floor mats are securely fas‐
tened again after they were removed for clean‐
ing, e.g.◀
Driving in wet conditions When roads are wet, salted, or in heavy rain,
press brake pedal ever so gently every few
miles.
Ensure that this action does not endanger other traffic.
The heat generated in this process helps dry
the brake discs and pads.
In this way braking efficiency will be available
when you need it.
Hills Avoid stressing the brakes
Avoid placing excessive stress on the
brake system. Light but consistent brake pres‐
sure can lead to high temperatures, brakes
wearing out and possibly even brake failure.◀
Do not drive in neutral
Do not drive in neutral or with the engine
stopped, as doing so disables engine braking.
In addition, steering and brake assist are un‐
available with the engine stopped.◀Drive long or steep downhill gradients in the
gear that requires least braking efforts. Other‐
wise the brakes may overheat and reduce
brake efficiency.
You can increase the engine's braking effect
by shifting down, going all the way to first gear,
if needed.
Brake disc corrosion
Brake disc corrosion and contamination of the
brake pads are favored by:▷Low mileage.▷Extended periods when the vehicle is not
used at all.▷Infrequent use of the brakes.
Corrosion will built up when the maximum
pressure applied to the brake pads during
braking is not reached - thus discs don't get
cleaned.
Corrosion buildup on the brake discs will cause
a pulsating effect on the brakes in their re‐
sponse - generally that cannot be corrected.
Condensation under the parked
vehicle
When using the automatic climate control,
condensation water develops collecting under‐
neath the vehicle.
These traces of water under the vehicle are
normal.
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Lock, door 39
Locking/unlocking via door lock 39
Locking/unlocking with re‐ mote control 37
Locking, automatic 44
Locking, settings 43
Locking via trunk lid 40
Lock, power window 47
Locks, doors, and win‐ dows 63
Low beams 92
Low beams, automatic, refer to High-beam Assistant 94
Lower back support 52
Low-Sulfur Diesel 185
Luggage rack, see Roof- mounted luggage rack 171
Lumbar support 52
M
Maintenance 210
Maintenance require‐ ments 210
Maintenance, service require‐ ments 83
Maintenance system, BMW 210
Make-up mirror 156
Malfunction displays, see Check Control 78
Manual air distribu‐ tion 146, 149
Manual air flow 146, 149
Manual mode, Steptronic transmission 74
Manual operation, door lock 39
Manual operation, exterior mirrors 58
Manual operation, fuel filler flap 182
Manual operation, Park Dis‐ tance Control PDC 133 Manual operation, rearview
camera 136
Manual operation, Side View 138
Manual operation, Top View 139
Manual transmission 72
Marking on approved tires 198
Marking, run-flat tires 199
Master key, refer to Remote control 34
Maximum cooling 148
Maximum speed, display 85
Maximum speed, winter tires 198
Measure, units of 90
Medical kit 224
Memory, seat, mirror 56
Menu, EfficientDynamics 176
Menu in instrument clus‐ ter 86
Menus, operating, iDrive 18
Menus, refer to iDrive operat‐ ing concept 20
Messages, see Check Con‐ trol 78
Microfilter 147, 150
Minimum tread, tires 197
Mirror 57
Mirror memory 56
Mobile communication devi‐ ces in the vehicle 167
Mobility System 199
Modifications, technical, refer to Safety 7
Moisture in headlight 213
Monitor, refer to Control Dis‐ play 18
Mounting of child restraint systems 60
Multifunction steering wheel, buttons 14 N
Navigation, see user's manual for Navigation, Entertain‐
ment and Communication
Neck restraints, front, refer to Head restraints 54
Neck restraints, rear, refer to Head restraints 55
Neutral cleaner, see wheel cleaner 231
New wheels and tires 197
Nylon rope for tow-starting/ towing 227
O OBD Onboard Diagnosis 211
OBD, see OBD Onboard Di‐ agnosis 211
Obstacle marking, rearview camera 136
Octane rating, refer to Rec‐ ommended fuel grade 184
Odometer 82
Office, see user's manual for Navigation, Entertainment
and Communication
Oil 206
Oil, adding 207
Oil additives 208
Oil change 208
Oil change interval, service requirements 83
Oil filler neck 207
Oil types, alternative 208
Oil types, approved 208
Old batteries, disposal 221
On-board computer 86
Onboard monitor, refer to Control Display 18
Onboard vehicle tool kit 212
Opening/closing via door lock 39
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Opening and closing, withoutremote control 39
Opening and closing, with re‐ mote control 37
Opening the trunk lid with no- touch activation 42
Operating concept, iDrive 18
Optional equipment, standard equipment 6
Outside air, refer to Auto‐ matic recirculated-air con‐
trol 149
Overheating of engine, refer to Coolant temperature 82
P Paint, vehicle 230
Parallel parking assistant 140
Park Distance Control PDC 132
Parked-car ventilation 151
Parked vehicle, condensa‐ tion 168
Parking aid, refer to PDC 132
Parking assistant 140
Parking brake 68
Parking lights 92
Particulate filter 167
Parts and accessories 7
Passenger side mirror, tilting downward 58
Pathway lines, rearview cam‐ era 136
PDC Park Distance Con‐ trol 132
Pedestrian warning with city braking function 112
Personal Profile 35
Personal Profile, exporting profiles 36
Personal Profile, importing profiles 37
Pinch protection system, glass sunroof 48 Pinch protection system, win‐
dows 46
Plastic, care 231
Power failure 221
Power sunroof, glass 47
Power windows 46
Pressure, tire air pres‐ sure 189
Pressure warning FTM, tires 104
Profile, refer to Personal Pro‐ file 35
Programmable memory but‐ tons, iDrive 24
Protective function, glass sunroof 48
Protective function, win‐ dows 46
Push-and-turn switch, refer to Controller 18, 19
R Radiator fluid 209
Radio-operated key, refer to Remote control 34
Radio ready state 64
Radio, see user's manual for Navigation, Entertainment
and Communication
Rain sensor 70
Rear lights 220
Rear socket 157
Rear turn signal, bulb replace‐ ment 218
Rearview camera 135
Rearview mirror 57
Rear window de‐ froster 146, 149
Recirculated-air filter 150
Recirculated-air mode 146, 149
Recommended fuel grade 184
Recommended tire brands 198 Refueling 182
Remaining range 82
Remote control/key 34
Remote control, malfunc‐ tion 38
Remote control, univer‐ sal 152
Replacement fuse 221
Replacing parts 212
Replacing wheels/tires 197
Reporting safety defects 9
RES button 127
RES button, see Active Cruise Control, ACC 124
RES button, see Cruise con‐ trol 130
Reserve warning, refer to Range 82
Reset, Tire Pressure Monitor TPM 101
Retaining straps, securing cargo 170
Retreaded tires 198
Roadside parking lights 93
Roller sunblinds 47
RON recommended fuel grade 184
Roofliner 17
Roof load lidacity 236
Roof-mounted luggage rack 171
Rope for tow-starting/ towing 227
RSC Run Flat System Com‐ ponent, refer to Run-flat
tires 199
Rubber components, care 231
Run-flat tires 199
S Safe braking 167
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Safety belt reminder for driv‐er's seat and front passen‐
ger seat 54
Safety belts 53
Safety belts, care 232
Safety switch, windows 47
Safety systems, airbags 97
Saving fuel 172
Screen, refer to Control Dis‐ play 18
Screwdriver, see Onboard ve‐ hicle tool kit 212
Screw thread, see screw thread for tow fitting, screw
thread for tow fitting 228
Sealant 199
Seat and mirror memory 56
Seat belts, refer to Safety belts 53
Seat heating, front 53
Seat heating, rear 53
Seating position for chil‐ dren 60
Seats 50
Selection list in instrument cluster 86
Selector lever, Steptronic transmission 73
Sensors, care 232
Service and warranty 8
Service requirements, Condi‐ tion Based Service
CBS 210
Service requirements, dis‐ play 83
Services, ConnectedDrive
Servotronic 123
SET button, see Active Cruise Control, ACC 124
SET button, see Cruise con‐ trol 130
Settings, locking/unlock‐ ing 43
Settings on Control Dis‐ play 89 Settings, storing for seat, mir‐
ror 56
Shift paddles on the steering wheel 74
Side airbags 97
Side View 137
Signaling, horn 14
Signals when unlocking 44
Sitting safely 50
Size 236
Slide/tilt glass roof 47
Smallest turning radius 236
Snow chains 202
Socket 156
Socket, OBD Onboard Diag‐ nostics 211
Soot particulate filter 167
SOS button 223
Spare fuse 221
Specified engine oil types 208
Speed, average 87
Speed limit detection, on- board computer 88
Speed limiter, display 85
Speed Limit Information 85
Speed warning 88
Split screen 23
SPORT+ - program, Dynamic Driving Control 122
Sport displays, torque dis‐ play, performance dis‐
play 88
SPORT program, Dynamic Driving Control 122
Sport program, transmis‐ sion 74
Sport steering, variable 121
Stability control systems 119
Start/stop, automatic func‐ tion 66
Start/Stop button 64
Start function during malfunc‐ tion 35
Starting the engine 65 Status control display,
tires 101
Status information, iDrive 23
Status of Owner's Manual 7
Steering assistance 123
Steering wheel, adjusting 59
Steering wheel heating 59
Steptronic Sport transmis‐ sion, refer to Steptronic
transmission 72
Steptronic transmission 72
Stopping the engine 66
Storage compartment in the rear 162
Storage compartments 160
Storage compartments, loca‐ tions 160
Storage, tires 199
Storing the vehicle 232
Suitable engine oils 208
Summer tires, tread 197
Sun visor 156
Supplementary text mes‐ sage 81
Surround View 135
Switch for Dynamic Driv‐ ing 121
Switch-on times, parked-car ventilation 151
Switch, refer to Cockpit 14
Symbols 6
Symbols in the status field 23
T Tachometer 81
Tail lights 218
Technical changes, refer to Safety 7
Technical data 236
Telephone, see user's manual for Navigation, Entertain‐
ment and Communication
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