BMW 740LI XDRIVE SEDAN 2015 Owners Manual

Rear center armrest
There is a socket in the storage compartment
in the center armrest, arrow.
In the trunk
Fold open the cover.
USB interface The concept
External devices with USB port can be con‐
nected to the USB interface.
The following audio devices can be connected:
▷Mobile phones and smartphones sup‐
ported by the USB interface.
The snap-in adapter features a separate
USB port that is automatically connected
when a compatible mobile phone is in‐
serted.▷Audio devices with USB port, e.g. MP3
player.▷USB storage devices.Common file systems are supported.
FAT32 and exFAT are the recommended
formats.
Information about compatible USB devices can
be found at www.bmwusa.com/bluetooth.
The following applications are possible:
▷Exporting and importing profiles, refer to
page 58.▷Listening to music files via USB audio.▷Watching video films via USB video.▷Loading of software updates, refer to
page 46.
Information
Observe the following when connecting:
▷Do not use force when plugging the con‐
nector into the USB interface.▷Use a flexible adapter cable.▷Protect the USB device against mechanical
damage.▷Do not use the USB interface for recharg‐
ing external devices.▷Due to the large number of audio devices
available on the market, it cannot be guar‐
anteed that every USB device is operable
on the vehicle.▷Do not expose audio devices to extreme
environmental conditions, such as very
high temperatures; refer to the audio de‐
vice operating instructions.▷Due to the different configurations of audio
and video files, e.g., bit rates greater than
256 kbit/s, or the many different compres‐
sion techniques, proper playback cannot
be guaranteed in all cases.▷The connected audio device is supplied
with a max. power of 1 A if supported by
the device. Therefore, do not additionally
connect the device to a socket inside the
vehicle; otherwise, playback may be com‐
promised.
Not compatible USB devices:
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▷USB hard drives.▷USB hubs.▷USB memory card readers with multiple in‐
serts.▷HFS-formatted USB devices.▷MTP devices.▷Devices such as fans or lights.
In the center armrest
The USB interface is located in the center arm‐
rest.
In the center console
The USB interface is located in the center con‐
sole.
Through-loading system General information The through-loading system allows the trans‐port of long objects, such as skies.
Opening through-loading without
comfort seats1.Fold down the center armrest.2.Remove flap.3.Pull handle down, arrow 1, and fold panel
forward, arrow 2.
Opening through-loading with comfort
seats
1.If equipped with rear console: fold down
center armrest.2.If equipped with rear console: push cover
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3.Pull on the loop.
Folding table in the rearGeneral information
There is a folding table in the center armrest of
the rear console.
Information WARNING
A folded-out folding table protrudes into
the vehicle's interior and, in case of accident,
braking or evasive maneuvers can cause inju‐
ries. Objects on the table can be thrown
around the car's interior while driving. There is
risk of injuries. Do not unfold or use folding ta‐
ble while driving.◀
Folding the folding table open
1.Open the center armrest, refer to
page 227.2.Grasp the folding table in the rear and pull
forward out from the center armrest.3.Fold the folding table down.
The folding table can be rotated by 90° or 180°
to the left and can be enlarged.
Proceed in reverse order to fold in the folding
table.
Rear cooler Information WARNING
The cover of the opened cooler pro‐
trudes into the car's interior. Injuries can occur
in the event of an accident, braking or evasive
maneuver. The content of the cooler can be
thrown into the car's interior and injure occu‐
pants. There is risk of injuries. Close the cooler
after use when driving.◀
Opening the rear cooler
1.Fold down the center armrest.2.Opening the through-loading system, refer
to page 222.3.Press the opener and fold the cover for‐
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Switching onThe cooler can be operated at two levels.1.Turn on operations.2. Press button once for each cooling
level.
The highest cooling power is active when
two LEDs are lit.
If the cooler was switched on the last time op‐
erating readiness was switched off, it will like‐
wise be switched on the next time operating
readiness is switched on.
Switch off Press button repeatedly until the LEDs go out.
Removing
1.Pull on the rear handle.2.Pull cooler backward and remove it.3.Fold the cover back.
Installing
1.Open the cover.2.Pull on the rear handle and push the cooler
into the guide rails.3.Fold the handle back again.
Malfunction
The cooler cannot be switched on or switches
off, e.g., when the cooling system overheats or
if the battery voltage is low. One of the LEDs
flashes.
Remedy the problem
1.If necessary, allow the refrigerator cooling
system to cool down.2.Start the engine.3.Switch on cooler.
If the LED flashes even after a short time, have
the cooler checked by a dealer’s service center
or another qualified service center or repair
shop.
Ski and snowboard bag The ski and snowboard bag is contained in a
protective jacket in the trunk.
Follow the installation and operation instruc‐
tions included in the protective jacket.
If equipped with emergency wheel: remove the
emergency wheel from the vehicle to mount
the ski and snowboard bag.
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Storage compartmentsVehicle features and optionsThis chapter describes all standard, country-
specific and optional features offered with the
series. It also describes features that are not
necessarily available in your car, e. g., due to
the selected options or country versions. This
also applies to safety-related functions and
systems. The respectively applicable country
provisions must be observed when using the
respective features and systems.
Information WARNING
Loose objects in the car's interior can be
thrown into the car's interior while driving, e.g.
in the event of an accident or during braking
and evasive maneuvers. There is risk of inju‐
ries. Secure loose objects in the car's inte‐
rior.◀
CAUTION
Anti-slip pads such as anti-slip mats can
damage the dashboard. There is risk of prop‐
erty damage. Do not use anti-slip pads.◀
Storage compartments The following storage compartments are avail‐
able in the vehicle interior:▷Glove compartment on the front passenger
side, refer to page 225.▷Glove compartment on the driver's side,
refer to page 226.▷Compartments in the doors, refer to
page 226.▷Storage compartment on the center con‐
sole, refer to page 226.▷Center armrest, refer to page 227.▷Storage compartment in the rear, refer to
page 227.▷Storage compartment in the rear center
console, refer to page 226.▷Pockets on the backrests of the front
seats.
Glove compartment
Front passenger side
Information WARNING
Folded open, the glove compartment
protrudes in the car's interior. Objects in the glove compartment can be thrown into the
car's interior while driving, e.g. in the event of
an accident or during braking and evasive ma‐
neuvers. There is risk of injuries. Always close
the glove compartment immediately after us‐ ing it.◀
Opening
Pull the handle.
The light in the glove compartment switches
on.
ClosingFold cover closed.
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LockingThe glove compartment can be locked with an
integrated key. This prevents access to the
glove compartment.
After the glove compartment is locked, the re‐
mote control can be handed over, such as at a
hotel, without the integrated key.
Driver's side
Information WARNING
Folded open, the glove compartment
protrudes in the car's interior. Objects in the glove compartment can be thrown into the
car's interior while driving, e.g. in the event of
an accident or during braking and evasive ma‐
neuvers. There is risk of injuries. Always close
the glove compartment immediately after us‐ ing it.◀
Opening
Pull the handle.
ClosingFold cover closed.
Compartments in the doors WARNING
Breakable object, e.g. glass bottle, can
break in the event of an accident. Broken glass
can be scattered in the car's interior. There is
risk of injuries. Do not stow any breakable ob‐
jects in the car's interior.◀
Storage compartment on the
center console
Opening
Push the cover forward until it engages behind
the cup holders. Push the cover forward again
until it engages behind the storage compart‐
ment.
ClosingTouch the cover on the handle bar. It slides up
to the cup holders toward the back. Another
touch closes the storage compartment com‐
pletely.
Storage compartment in the
rear center console
The rear center console contains a storage
compartment.
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Storage compartment in the
rear
Opening
Push the cover up until it engages. There is a
storage compartment underneath.
Closing Press the cover upward to close it. The cover
slides down.
Center armrest
Front
Overview
A storage compartment is located in the center
armrest between the seats.
Opening
Press button.
ClosingPress cover down until it engages.
Rear
Overview
A storage compartment is located in the center armrest between the seats.
Opening
Depending on the equipment, one of the fol‐
lowing variants is installed:
Press button, arrow 1, and fold the cover up,
arrow 2.
Press button, arrow 1, and fold the cover up,
arrow 2.
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Press button.
Closing Press cover down until it engages.
Cupholders
Information WARNING
Unsuitable containers in the cup holder
and hot beverages can damage the cup holder
and increase the risk of injuries in the event of
an accident. There is risk of injuries or risk of
property damage. Use light-weight, unbreaka‐
ble, and sealable containers. Do not transport
hot beverages. Do not force objects into the
cup holder.◀
Front
Opening
1.Push the cover forward until it engages be‐
hind the cup holders.2.Two cupholders are located in the center
console.
Rear
Information CAUTION
With an open cup holder, the center arm‐
rest cannot be folded back up. There is risk of
property damage. Press back the covers be‐
fore the center armrest is folded up.◀
Opening If not equipped with rear console:
Press button to open.
Slide cup holders rearward to close.
If equipped with rear console:
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Slide cover rearward to open.
To close: slide the cover backward. The cover
slides forward.
Clothes hooks WARNING
Clothing articles on the clothes hooks
can obstruct the view while driving. There is
risk of an accident. When suspending clothing
articles from the hooks, ensure that they will
not obstruct the driver's view.◀
WARNING
Improper use of the clothes hooks can
lead to a danger of objects flying about during
braking and evasive maneuvers. There is risk
of injuries and risk of property damage. Only
hang lightweight objects, e.g. clothing articles,
from the clothes hooks.◀
The clothes hooks are located in the grab han‐
dles in the rear and on the door pillar in the
rear.
Storage compartments in the
trunk
Multi-function hook
Information WARNING
Improper use of the multifunction hooks
can lead to a danger of objects flying about
during braking and evasive maneuvers. There
is risk of injuries and risk of property damage.
Only hang lightweight objects, e.g. shopping
bags, from the multifunction hooks. Only
transport heavy luggage in the trunk if it has
been appropriately secured.◀
Overview
A multi-function hook is located on the left
side in the trunk. Press on the multi-function
hook and turn until it engages.
Storage compartment on the right
side
A storage compartment is available on the
right side of the cargo area.
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Left side storage compartment
Pull the handle.Lashing eyes in the cargo area
To secure the cargo, refer to page 238, there
are lashing eyes in the cargo area.
Storage compartment below cargo floor panel
There is a storage compartment under the
cargo floor panel.
Fold up the cargo floor panel.
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