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CoolantVehicle equipmentAll standard, country-specific and optional
equipment that is offered in the model series is
described in this chapter. Therefore, equip‐
ment is also described that is not available in a
vehicle, e. g., because of the selected optional
equipment or country variant. This also applies
for safety-related functions and systems.
General information Danger of burns from hot engine
Do not open the cooling system while
the engine is hot; otherwise, escaping coolant may cause burns.◀
Suitable additives
Only use suitable additives; otherwise,
engine damage may occur. The additives are
harmful to your health.◀
Coolant consists of water and additives.
Not all commercially available additives are
suitable for your vehicle. Ask your service cen‐
ter for suitable additives.
Coolant level
If there is no Min. and Max. mark in the filler
neck of the coolant reservoir, have the coolant
level checked if necessary by your service cen‐
ter and add coolant as needed.
Note Depending on the engine installation, the cool‐
ant reservoir may be located on the opposite side of the engine compartment.Checking1.Let the engine cool.2.Turn the cap of the coolant reservoir
slightly counterclockwise to allow any ex‐
cess pressure to dissipate, and then open
it.3.The coolant level is correct if it lies be‐
tween the minimum and maximum marks
in the filler neck.4.If the coolant is low, slowly add coolant up
to the specified level; do not overfill.5.Turn the cap until there is an audible click.
The arrows on the coolant reservoir and
the cap must point towards one another.6.Have the cause of the coolant loss elimi‐
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Replacing componentsVehicle equipmentAll standard, country-specific and optional
equipment that is offered in the model series is
described in this chapter. Therefore, equip‐
ment is also described that is not available in a
vehicle, e. g., because of the selected optional
equipment or country variant. This also applies
for safety-related functions and systems.
Onboard vehicle tool kit
The onboard vehicle tool kit is located in a
fold-down cover in the trunk lid.
Unscrew the wing nut to open.
Wiper blade replacement
General information Do not fold down the wipers without
wiper blades
Do not fold down the wipers if wiper blades
have not been installed; this may damage the
windshield.◀
Replacing the wiper blades1.To change the wiper blades, fold up, refer
to page 72, the wiper arms.2.Fold up the wipers.3.Position the wiper blade in a horizontal po‐
sition.4.Remove the wiper blade toward one side.5.Insert the new wiper blade in reverse order
of removal until it locks in place.6.Fold down the wipers.
Lamp and bulb replacement
Hints
Lamps and bulbs
Lamps and bulbs make an essential contribu‐
tion to vehicle safety.
The manufacturer of the vehicle recommends
that you entrust corresponding procedures to
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3.Unscrew the bulb holder counterclockwise.4.Remove the bulb and replace it.5.Insert the new bulb and attach the cover in
the reverse order.
LED headlamps
At a glance
1Corner-illuminating lamps2Low beams/high beams3Parking lamp, daytime running lights4Turn signal5Side marker lamps
Light-emitting diodes (LEDs)
Follow the general instructions on Lamps and
bulbs, refer to page 233.
With LED headlamps, all front lamps and side
indicators are designed with LED technology.
If an LED fails, switch on the front fog lamps
and continue the trip with great care. Comply
with local regulations.
Contact your service center in the event of a
malfunction.
Halogen front fog lamp
Follow the general instructions on lamps and
bulbs, refer to page 233.
35-watt bulb, H8
Contact your service center in the event of a
malfunction.
LED front fog lamps Follow the general instructions on Lamps and
bulbs, refer to page 233.
These front fog lamps are made using LED
technology. Contact your service center in the
event of a malfunction.
Tail lamps, bulb replacement
At a glance1Turn signal2Reversing lamp3Inside brake lamp4Tail lamp5Outside brake lamp6Rear reflector
Turn signal, outer brake, tail, and
license plate lamps
Follow the general instructions on lamps and
bulbs, refer to page 233.
These lights feature LED technology.
Contact your service center in the event of a
malfunction.
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Lamps in the trunk lidAccess to the lamps1.Remove the three screws using the screw
driver from the onboard vehicle tool kit.2.Fold away the cover.
Inside brake lamp
Follow the general instructions on Lamps and
bulbs, refer to page 233.
21-watt bulb, H21W
The illustration shows the position of the bulb
in the installed bulb holder.
Squeeze the clips together and remove the
bulb holder.
Press the bulb into the bulb holder, turn coun‐
terclockwise and remove.
Reversing lamp
Follow the general instructions on Lamps and
bulbs, refer to page 233.
16-watt bulb, W16W
The illustration shows the position of the bulb
in the installed bulb holder.
Squeeze the clips together and remove the
bulb holder.
Pull out the bulb and replace it.
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if it can be established, are transmitted to
the BMW Response Center.▷If the LED is flashing, but the BMW Re‐
sponse Center can no longer be heard via
the speaker, you can nevertheless still be
heard for the BMW Response Center.
Initiating an Emergency Request
automatically
Under certain conditions, an Emergency Re‐
quest is automatically initiated immediately af‐
ter a severe accident. Automatic Collision Noti‐
fication is not affected by pressing the SOS
button.
Warning triangle
The warning triangle is located in the container
on the inside of the trunk lid.
Unscrew the wing nut to open.
First aid kit
Note Some of the articles have a limited service life.
Check the expiration dates of the contents
regularly and replace any expired items
promptly.
Storage
The first aid kit is located in the container on
the inside of the trunk lid.
Unscrew the wing nut to open.
Roadside Assistance
Service availability
Roadside Assistance can be reached around
the clock in many countries. You can obtain as‐
sistance there in the event of a vehicle break‐
down.
Roadside Assistance The Roadside Assistance phone number can
be viewed on the iDrive or a connection to
Roadside Assistance can be established di‐
rectly.
Jump-starting
Notes If the battery is discharged, an engine can be
started using the battery of another vehicle
and two jumper cables. Only use jumper ca‐
bles with fully insulated clamp handles.
To prevent personal injury or damage to both
vehicles, adhere strictly to the following proce‐
dure.
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If the first starting attempt is not success‐
ful, wait a few minutes before making an‐
other attempt in order to allow the dis‐
charged battery to recharge.3.Let both engines run for several minutes.4.Disconnect the jumper cables in the re‐
verse order.
Check the battery and recharge if necessary.
Tow-starting and towing Automatic 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 towed
Have your vehicle transported on a load‐
ing platform only; otherwise, damage may oc‐
cur.◀
Tow truck
Do not lift the vehicle
Do not lift the vehicle by the tow fitting or
body and chassis parts; otherwise, damage
may result.◀
Use the tow fitting screwed in at the front for
maneuvering the vehicle only.
Manual transmission
Observe before towing your vehicle Gearshift lever in neutral position.
Towing When the parking brake is blocked
The parking brake cannot be released
manually.
Do not tow the vehicle with the parking brake
blocked, or the vehicle can be damaged.
Contact your service center.◀
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 lamps, turn
signals, and windshield wipers may be un‐
available.▷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 vehicle
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Automatic transmission:1.Drive into the car wash.2.Engage transmission 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, the transmission position P is
engaged and damages can result.◀
To start the engine:
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.
The vehicle cannot be locked from the outside
when in transmission position N. A signal is
sounded when an attempt is made to lock the
vehicle.
Transmission position
Transmission position P is engaged automati‐
cally:
▷When the ignition is switched off.▷After approx. 15 minutes.
Headlamps
▷Do not rub dry and do not use abrasive or
caustic cleansers.▷Soak areas that have been soiled e.g. due
to insects, with shampoo and wash off with
water.▷Thaw ice with deicing 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 cleaning and care
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
immediately to prevent the finish from being
altered or discolored.
Leather care
Remove dust from the leather often, using a
cloth or vacuum cleaner.
Otherwise, particles of dust and road grime
chafe in pores and folds, and lead to increased
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Everything from A to Z
IndexA ABS, Antilock Brake Sys‐ tem 126
ACC, Active Cruise Control with Stop & Go 133
Acceleration Assistant, refer to Launch Control 76
Activated-charcoal filter 163
Active Blind Spot Detec‐ tion 122
Active Cruise Control with Stop & Go, ACC 133
Active Protection 123
Active roll stabilization, see Dynamic Drive 129
Active seat, front 50
Active seat ventilation, front 51
Active Steering, integral 130
Adaptive brake assistant 126
Adaptive brake lights, refer to Brake force display 123
Adaptive drive 129
Adaptive light control 97
Additives, oil 227
Adjustments, seats/head re‐ straints 48
After washing vehicle 247
Airbags 101
Airbags, indicator/warning light 102
Air circulation, refer to Recir‐ culated-air mode 162
Air distribution, manual 161
Air drying, refer to Cooling function 162
Air flow, automatic climate control 161
Air pressure, tires 207 Air vents, refer to Ventila‐
tion 163
Alarm system 42
Alarm, unintentional 43
All around the center con‐ sole 14
All around the headliner 15
All around the steering wheel 12
All-season tires, refer to Win‐ ter tires 221
All-wheel-drive 128
Alternating-code hand-held transmitter 168
Alternative oil types 227
Ambient light 100
Antifreeze, washer fluid 72
Antilock Brake System, ABS 126
Anti-slip control, refer to DSC 126
Approved engine oils 227
Armrest, refer to Center arm‐ rest 177
Arrival time 93
Ashtray 169
Ashtray, front 169, 170
Ashtray, rear 170
Assistance, Roadside Assis‐ tance 241
Assistance when driving off 126
Attentiveness assistant 124
AUTO H button, refer to Au‐ tomatic Hold 68
AUTO intensity 161
Automatic car wash 246
Automatic climate con‐ trol 160
Automatic Cruise Control with Stop & Go 133 Automatic Curb Monitor 57
Automatic deactivation, front passenger airbags 103
Automatic headlamp con‐ trol 97
Automatic Hold 68
Automatic locking 41
Automatic recirculated-air control 162
Automatic Soft Closing, doors 36
Automatic tailgate 37
Automatic transmission with Steptronic 73
AUTO program, automatic cli‐ mate control 161
AUTO program, intensity 161
Auto Start/Stop function 65
Average fuel consumption 92
Average speed 92
Axle loads, weights 253
B Backrest curvature, refer to Lumbar support 50
Backrest, width 50
Backup camera 147
Band-aids, refer to First aid kit 241
Bar for tow-starting/ towing 244
Battery replacement, vehicle battery 238
Battery replacement, vehicle remote control 30
Battery, vehicle 238
Belts, safety belts 52
Beverage holder, cu‐ pholder 178
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BMW Advanced Diesel 203
BMW Assist, see user's manual for Navigation, En‐
tertainment and Communi‐
cation
BMW Homepage 6
BMW Internet page 6
BMW maintenance sys‐ tem 231
Bonus range, ECO PRO 193
Bottle holder, refer to Cu‐ pholder 178
Brake assistant 126
Brake assistant, adaptive 126
Brake discs, breaking in 184
Brake force display 123
Brake lamps, brake force dis‐ play 123
Brake lamps, bulb replace‐ ment 236
Brake lights, adaptive 123
Brake pads, breaking in 184
Braking, hints 186
Breakdown assis‐ tance 240, 241
Breaking in 184
Brightness of Control Dis‐ play 95
Bulb replacement 233
Bulb replacement, front 234
Bulb replacement, rear 236
Bulbs and lamps 233
Button, RES 136
Button, Start/Stop 63
Bypassing, refer to Jump- starting 241
C
California Proposition 65 Warning 7
Calling up mirror adjust‐ ment 41
Calling up seat adjust‐ ment 41 Calling up steering wheel ad‐
justment 41
Camera, backup camera 147
Camera, care 249
Camera, Side View 152
Camera, Top View 150
Can holder, refer to Cu‐ pholder 178
Car battery 238
Car care products 247
Care, displays 249
Care, vehicle 247
Cargo 188
Cargo area, enlarging 173
Cargo area lid 36
Cargo area, storage compart‐ ments 179
Cargo, securing 189
Cargo straps, securing cargo 189
Car key, refer to Remote con‐ trol 30
Carpet, care 249
Car wash 246
Catalytic converter, refer to Hot exhaust system 185
CBS Condition Based Serv‐ ice 231
CD/Multimedia, see user's manual for Navigation, En‐
tertainment and Communi‐
cation
Center armrest 177
Center console 14
Center-Lock, see button for central locking 33
Central locking system 33
Central screen, refer to Con‐ trol Display 16
Changes, technical, refer to Safety 7
Changing parts 233
Changing wheels 238
Changing wheels/tires 220
Check Control 84 Checking the oil level elec‐
tronically 226
Children, seating position 59
Children, transporting safely 59
Child restraint fixing sys‐ tem 59
Child restraint fixing system LATCH 60
Child restraint fixing systems, mounting 59
Child safety locks 62
Child seat, mounting 59
Child seats 59
Chrome parts, care 248
Cigarette lighter 169
Cleaning, displays 249
Climate control 160
Climate control laminated tinted safety glass 185
Climate control wind‐ shield 185
Clock 87
Closing/opening from in‐ side 36
Closing/opening via door lock 35
Closing/opening with remote control 34
Clothes hooks 179
Coasting 195
Coasting with engine decou‐ pled, coasting 195
Coasting with idling en‐ gine 195
Cold starting, refer to Starting the engine 64
Collision warning with braking function 112
Collision warning with City Braking function 110
Combination switch, refer to Turn signals 70
Combination switch, refer to Wiper system 71 Seite 259Everything from A to ZReference259
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COMFORT+ program, DrivingDynamics Control 132
Comfort Access 39
COMFORT program, Driving Dynamics Control 132
Computer 92
Condensation on win‐ dows 161
Condensation under the vehi‐ cle 187
Condition Based Service CBS 231
Configure driving mode 132
Confirmation signal 41
Congestion Assistant 139
ConnectedDrive, see user's manual for Navigation, En‐
tertainment and Communi‐
cation
ConnectedDrive Services
Control Display 16
Control Display, settings 94
Controller 16
Control systems, driving sta‐ bility 126
Convenient opening 34
Coolant 229
Coolant temperature 87
Cooling function 162
Cooling, maximum 162
Cooling system 229
Corrosion on brake discs 186
Cruise control 142
Cruise control, active with Stop & Go 133
Cruising range 87
Cupholder 178
Current fuel consumption 88
D
Damage, tires 219
Damping Control, dy‐ namic 129
Data, technical 252
Date 87 Daytime running lights 97
Defrosting, refer to Windows, defrosting 161
Departure time, parked-car ventilation 166
Destination distance 93
Diesel exhaust fluid, at low temperatures 204
Diesel exhaust fluid, having refilled 204
Diesel exhaust fluid, on mini‐ mum 204
Diesel exhaust fluid, replen‐ ishing yourself 204
Diesel particulate filter 185
Digital clock 87
Dimensions 252
Dimmable exterior mirrors 57
Dimmable interior rearview mirror 57
Direction indicator, refer to Turn signals 70
Display, electronic, instru‐ ment cluster 80
Display in windshield 157
Display lighting, refer to In‐ strument lighting 99
Displays 78, 81
Displays, cleaning 249
Disposal, coolant 230
Disposal, vehicle battery 239
Distance control, refer to PDC 145
Distance information 158
Distance to destination 93
Divided screen view, split screen 20
Door lock, refer to Remote control 30
Doors, Automatic Soft Clos‐ ing 36
Downhill control 128
Drive-off assistant 126
Drive-off assistant, refer to DSC 126 Driver assistance, see Intelli‐
gent Safety 109
Driving Assistant, see Intelli‐ gent Safety 109
Driving Dynamics Con‐ trol 130
Driving instructions, breaking in 184
Driving mode 130
Driving notes, general 184
Driving stability control sys‐ tems 126
Driving tips 184
DSC Dynamic Stability Con‐ trol 126
DTC driving dynamics 127
DTC Dynamic Traction Con‐ trol 127
Dynamic Damping Con‐ trol 129
Dynamic Drive 129
Dynamic Stability Control DSC 126
Dynamic Traction Control DTC 127
E
ECO PRO 192
ECO PRO, bonus range 193
ECO PRO display 192
ECO PRO displays 83
ECO PRO driving mode 192
ECO PRO mode 192
ECO PRO Tip - driving in‐ struction 194
EfficientDynamics 194
Electronic displays, instru‐ ment cluster 80
Electronic Stability Program ESP, refer to DSC 126
Emergency detection, remote control 31
Emergency release, door lock 36 Seite 260ReferenceEverything from A to Z260
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