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whether or not the seat is occupied by a
child in the child-restraint system or an
adult.
>When a child is seated in the child-
restraint system or with an empty seat,
the front and side airbags are automat-
ically deactivated on the passenger's
side
>When an adult is traveling in the front
seat, the front and side airbags remain
active on the passenger side.
Although not desired, it can occur in
the case of heavier children that the
front passenger airbags remain active or in
the case of very light adults or young per-
sons that the front passenger airbags are
deactivated.
The state of the front passenger airbags is
shown with the indicator lamp, refer to Indi-
cator lamps in the following. In this case
transport the corresponding persons on the
rear seat.
Except when persons to be transported, do
not increase the load on the front passen-
ger seat with additional items. Do not fit
seat covers, seat cushion padding, ball
mats or other items to the front passenger
seat unless they are specifically recom-
mended by BMW. Do not place any items
under the seat. Otherwise, the function of
the seat occupation detection could be
impaired.<
Indicator lamps
Airbag system ready for use
The warning lamp indicates the operational
readiness of the entire airbag system and
the safety belt tensioners from the radio position: the warning lamp goes out after
afew seconds.
The indicator lamp above the interior rear-
view mirror indicates whether the front-pas-
senger airbag system is activated or deacti-
vated as of ignition key radio position.
The indicator lamp refers exclusively
to the front-passenger airbag sys-
tem.<
>The indicator lamp goes out after a few
seconds.
The front passenger airbags are active,
e.g. when transporting an adult
>The indicator lamp lights up continu-
ously. The front passenger airbags are
deactivated, e.g. when transporting a
child in the child-restraint system or
when the seat is unoccupied.
For more information on the operating prin-
ciple of the front passenger airbag system
and seat occupation detection, refer to
Automatic deactivation of the front passen-
ger airbags.
Airbag system malfunction
Have the airbag system checked
immediately if a malfunction occurs,
as otherwise there is a danger of the sys-
tem failing to respond in the expected man-
ner to an impact occurring within its normal
response range.<
A fault has occurred in the airbag
system:
>The warning lamp fails to come on as of
ignition radio mode
>Warning lamp lights up continuously
>Warning lamp lights during driving.

Lamps
100
Lamps
Parking lamps/low beams
Parking lamps
With the switch in this position, the
front, rear and side vehicle lighting
is switched on. You can use the
parking lamps for parking. For lighting on
one side for parking as an additional fea-
ture, refer to page101.
Low beams
When you switch off the ignition
with the headlamps on, the head-
lamps go out, and only the parking
lamps remain on.
Pathway lighting
After parking the vehicle and switch-
ing off the headlamps, you can use
the headlamp flasher control to activate
the low beams for a period of roughly
40 seconds. Pressing the button 4 on the
remote control, refer to page 36, also
switches on the low beams for approx.
40 seconds. In addition, the door handle
and interior lamps are switched on for
approx. 10 seconds.
You can have the lighting up of the low
beams extended or the function deacti-
vated.<
Lights on warning
If you switch off the ignition while the head-
lamps are on, when you subsequently open
the driver's door a gong will sound for sev-
eral seconds, while the Check Control will
provide you with a message
.
Daytime driving lamps*
If you wish, you can leave the light switch in
the low-beam position.
Always observe all applicable laws govern-
ing the use of daytime driving lamps.
You can switch on the parking lamps when
needed using the standard procedure
described under Parking lamps.
You can have the daytime driving
lamps on your vehicle programmed
to operate as desired.<
Automatic headlamp control
When you set the switch to this
position, the system activates and
switches on and off the low beams
in response to changes in ambient light
conditions, for instance, in tunnels, at dawn
and dusk, and in rain and snow. The green
indicator lamp next to the symbol is illumi-
nated when the low beams are on.
The low beams remain switched on
regardless of the ambient light when
you switch on the front fog lamps.<
The automatic headlamp control can-
not serve as a substitute for your per-
sonal judgment in determining when the
lamps should be switched on in response
to ambient lighting conditions. For exam-
ple, the system cannot detect fog. To avoid
safety risks, you should always switch on
the lamps manually under these condi-
tions.<
You can have the sensitivity of the
headlamp control system adjusted on
your vehicle.<

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Adaptive Head Light*
The concept
Adaptive Head Light is a variable headlamp
control system that enables dynamic illumi-
nation of the road surface. Depending on
the steering angle and other assumptions,
the light from the headlamp follows the
course of the road.
Activating Adaptive Head Light
With the ignition on, refer to
page62, turn the light switch to the
position 'Automatic headlamp con-
trol', refer to page100.
To avoid blinding oncoming traffic, the
Adaptive Head Light:
>Is not active when driving in reverse
>Is only active toward the passenger's
side with the vehicle stationary.
Malfunction
The LED above the symbol for automatic
headlamp control flashes. Adaptive Head
Light is faulty or has failed. Have the system
checked as soon as possible.
High beams/standing lamps
1High beams
2Headlamp flasher
3Standing lamps
Standing lamps, left and right*
You also enjoy the option of lighting up just
one side of your vehicle when parking:
With the ignition off, press the lever in the
desired direction3, beyond the resistance
point.
Front fog lamps
Briefly press the button once again to
switch on/off.
The parking lamps or low beams
must be switched on for the fog
lamps to operate. The green indica-
tor lamp in the Info Display lights up when-
ever the fog lamps are on.
If the automatic headlamp control is
activated, the low beams will come on
automatically when you switch on the fog
lamps.<
Instrument lighting
Turn the serrated dial to adjust the illumina-
tion intensity.

Practical interior accessories
112
Practical interior accessories
Integrated universal remote
control*
The concept
The integrated universal remote control can
replace as many as three hand-held trans-
mitters for various remote-controlled
accessories, such as door openers and
house alarm systems. The integrated uni-
versal remote control registers and stores
signals from the original hand-held trans-
mitters.
The signal of an original hand-held trans-
mitter can be programmed on one of the
three memory keys1. Following that, each
of the devices can be actuated with the
appropriately-programmed memory key1.
The indicator lamp 2 flashes to confirm
transmission of the signal.
Should you sell your vehicle one day, be
sure to delete the stored programs before-
hand for your safety, refer to page113.
To prevent possible damage or injury,
before programming or using the inte-
grated universal remote control, always
inspect the immediate area to make certain
that no people, animals or objects are
within the swiveling and movement range
of the device. Also, comply with the safety
precautions of the original hand-held trans-
mitter.<
Checking compatibility
If you see this symbol on the pack-
aging or in the manual supplied with
the original hand-held transmitter, it
is safe to assume that it is compatible with
the integrated universal remote control.
If you have additional questions,
please consult your BMW center or
call 1-800-355-3515.
You can also visit these websites:
www.bmwusa.com or
www.homelink.com. HomeLink is a registered trademark owned
by Johnson Controls, Inc.<
Programming
1Memory keys
2Indicator lamp
Fixed-code hand-held transmitter
1.Switch on the ignition
2.When using for the first time: press both
outer keys1 for approx. 20 seconds,
maintaining pressure until the indicator
lamp2 starts to flash. The three mem-
ory keys1 are cleared
3.Hold the original hand-held transmitter
at a distance of approx. 2 in/5 cm to
8 in/20 cm from the memory keys1
The required distance between
the hand-held transmitter and
memory keys1 depends on the relevant
system of the original hand-held trans-
mitter used.<
4.Simultaneously press the transmit key
on the original hand-held transmitter
and the desired memory key1 of the
integrated universal remote control.
Initially, the indicator lamp2 flashes
slowly. Release both keys as soon as
the indicator 2 lamp flashes rapidly. If
the indicator lamp2 does not flash rap-
idly after approx. 15 seconds, change
the distance
5.To program other original hand-held
transmitters, repeat steps 3 and 4.

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The corresponding memory key1 is now
programmed with the signal of the original
hand-held transmitter.
The device can be operated as of ignition
on.
If the device can not be operated
after repeated programming, check
whether the original hand-held transmitter
uses an alternating-code system. To do so,
either read the instructions of the original
hand-held transmitter or press and hold
down the programmed memory key1 of
the integrated universal remote control.
If the indicator lamp2 on the integrated
universal remote control flashes quickly
for a brief period and then remains lit up
for approx. two seconds, this indicates
that the original hand-held transmitter is
equipped with an alternating-code system.
In the case of an alternating-code system,
program the memory keys1 as described
at the section on alternating-code transmit-
ters.<
Alternating-code transmitters
Consult the operating instructions of the
unit you wish to set when programming the
universal remote control. You will find infor-
mation there on the possibilities for syn-
chronization.
When programming hand-held transmitters
that employ an alternating code, please
observe the following supplementary
instructions:
Programming will be easier with the
aid of a second person.<
1.Park your vehicle within the range of the
remote-controlled device
2.Program the integrated universal
remote control as described at the sec-
tion on fixed-code hand-held transmit-
ters
3.Localize the key on the receiver of the
device you want to set up, e.g. on the
upper section of the motor
4.Press the key on the receiver of the
device you want to set up. After step 4,
you have approx. 30 seconds for step 55.Press the programmed memory key1
on the integrated universal remote con-
trol three times.
The corresponding memory key1 is now
programmed with the signal of the original
hand-held transmitter.
If you have any additional questions,
please contact your BMW center.<
Clearing memory keys
Individual memory keys1 can not be
cleared. However, you clear all three mem-
ory keys1 together as follows:
Press both outer keys1 of the integrated
universal remote control for approx.
20 seconds, maintaining pressure until the
indicator lamp2 starts to flash.
Roller sun blinds*
Rear window blind
To actuate as of radio mode, briefly press
the button in the driver's door.
Roller sun blinds for rear side
windows
Activate by briefly pressing the desired but-
ton with the ignition lock as of radio mode.

Destination entry
138 As a result, the routes recommended by
the navigation system may not always be
the same ones that you would choose
based on personal experience.<
Using the voice command system:
Wordmatch principle
The system relies on a wordmatch principle
to make it easier for you to enter the names
or towns or streets. The system runs ongo-
ing checks, comparing your destination
entries with the data stored on the naviga-
tion CD/DVD as the basis for instant
response. The user benefits include:
>When you make an entry that consists
of more than one word, the system can
identify the name regardless of the
sequence in which you enter the indi-
vidual words.
Example:
Official version:
J.F. Kennedy Square
Possible entries:
Kennedy Square J.F.
or:
Square J.F. Kennedy
>Names of specific locations can also
vary from the official versions provided
that the spelling of the entry corre-
sponds to a standard form used in
another country
>When you are entering the names of cit-
ies and streets the system will complete
them automatically as soon as enough
letters are available to ensure unambig-
uous identification.
Example:
If you want to drive to Iowa Ave NW in
Washington, the system has already
identified the street name when "o" is
entered and displayed it in the lower
half of the Control Display
>The system only accepts name entries
beginning with letters that are stored on
the navigation CD/DVD. The system will
not accept nonexistent names and
addresses. 1.{Navigation}
2.{Route selection}
3.Enter the desired priority for your
travel route:
>{Via freeway}
>{Without freeway}
>{Fastest route}
>{Shortest route}.

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If the CD magazine has been newly filled,
playback begins with the lowest CD, e.g.
CD 1, track 1.
Volume adjustment, refer to page149.
Tone control, refer to page149.
If you play self-recorded audio CDs,
faults, e.g. drop-outs, can occur, or
the CD is not played at all.<
Status displays
The CD magazine's load status is indicated
on the Control Display.
If the display fails to detect a CD that
you have loaded in the magazine,
check to ensure that the CD has been
inserted correctly and inspect it for signs of
defects.<
Selecting a track using
Control Center
Selecting a CD
Select CD and confirm your selection.
Playback starts on the first track. At the
end of the last track, the next CD will be
selected.
Listening to sample and selecting,
Scan
The system automatically plays a brief
sample from each of the tracks on the cur-
rent CD.
1.To start sampling:
Select "SCAN" and confirm your selec-
tion.
The Scan function starts with the next
track. Once all tracks have been played
once, the next track is played
2.To select a track:
Confirm "SCAN" a second time to can-
cel the scan function. Play resumes at
the point on the CD at which sampling
was interrupted.
Random play sequence
In this mode the music tracks on the cur-
rent CD are played in a random sequence,
Random.
To start random play:
Select "RND" and confirm your selection.
To cancel random play:
Select any other function except track
search.
Selecting a track using
buttons
Track search
Select the direction.
Press repeatedly, continuing until you
reach the desired track on the current CD.
The CD will start play at the track selected. 1.{CD changer}
2.{CD on}.
{CD 1 ..6}.
1.{CD changer}
2.{Next} or {Back}.

DVD changer
166 3.Close the door again.
The DVD changer checks the maga-
zine for inserted DVDs or CDs and is
then ready for operation.<
DVD country codes
Your DVD changer only plays DVDs with
the coding 0 or 1. This coding cannot be
changed.
Playing DVDs
Make all entries with the vehicle sta-
tionary. If you do not observe this pre-
caution, you may endanger vehicle occu-
pants and other road users.<
1.Insert the DVD magazine
2.Select "DVD" and confirm your selec-
tion.
After a few seconds, play will resume at the
point where the DVD stopped earlier.
If the DVD magazine has been newly
filled or an audio CD played from the
DVD magazine, playback begins with the
lowest DVD in the DVD magazine.Volume adjustment, refer to page149.
Tone control, refer to page149.
Status displays
The DVD magazine's load status is indi-
cated on the Control Display.
If the display fails to detect a DVD that
you have loaded in the magazine,
check to ensure that the DVD has been
inserted correctly and inspect it for signs of
defects.
If there are audio CDs in the DVD maga-
zine, these will not be displayed in the DVD
menu, but instead in the CD changer menu.
If your vehicle is equipped with an addi-
tional CD changer, they will be displayed
with the numbers 7 to 12.<
DVD control
With the DVD controller you can select the
track and chapter, display the DVD-specific
menu and operate functions such as Lan-
guage, Fast Forward and Reverse or Freez-
ing Frame.
A DVD can briefly deactivate functions of
the DVD control, under certain circum-
stances while the entire DVD is being
played. You are then unable to operate the
DVD control. In this case, attempt to make
the selection using the DVD-specific menu.
Display DVD controller:
1.Select "DVD" and confirm your selec-
tion
2.Wait briefly until all menu items have
disappeared, then press controller.
{DVD on}.

Refueling
186
Refueling
Fuel filler door
Always switch off the engine before
refueling. If you do not, fuel cannot be
filled into the tank and a message will
appear in the Check Control.<
To open and close: briefly press the rear
edge of the fuel filler door.
Manual release
In the event of an electrical defect in the
system, you can release the fuel filler door
manually:
1.Lift the handle to remove the cover
panel on the right side of the luggage
compartment
2.Take the button with the fuel pump
symbol from the bracket and pull it to
unlock the fuel filler door.
Always observe all applicable precau-
tions and regulations when handling
fuels. Never carry spare fuel containers in
your vehicle. Whether empty or full, these
containers can leak, cause an explosion,
and lead to fire in the event of a collision.<
Simple and environmentally friendly
When handling fuels always observe
any safety guidelines posted at the
filling station.<
Put the filler cap in the bracket attached to
the fuel filler door.
When refueling, insert the filler nozzle com-
pletely into the filler pipe. Lifting the filler
nozzle during refueling
>results in premature pump shutoff
>can lead to reduced efficiency in the
fuel-vapor recovery system.
The fuel tank is full when the filler nozzle
clicks off the first time.
Closing fuel filler cap
Close the filler cap carefully after refu-
eling, continuing until you hear the
detent engage. While closing, be sure not
to squeeze the strap which is fastened to
the cap. A loose or missing cap will activate
a message
* in the Check Control.<
Fuel tank capacity
Approx. 23.2 US gallons/88 liters, including
the reserve capacity of approx. 2.6 gallons/
10 liters.
Never attempt to continue driving
until the tank is completely empty, as
engine functions could be affected, and the
vehicle could sustain damage as a result.<

Wheels and tires
188
Wheels and tires
Tire inflation pressure
Information for your safety
It is not merely the tire's service life, but
also driving comfort and – to a great extent
– driving safety that depend on the condi-
tion of the tires and the maintenance of the
specified tire pressure.
Check the tire inflation pressure regu-
larly and correct it if necessary,
including the spare tire: at least every two
weeks and before beginning a longer trip.
If you fail to observe this precaution you
may be driving on tires with incorrect tire
pressures, a condition that can not only
compromise your vehicle's stability, but
also lead to tire damage and the risk of an
accident.
Do not drive with deflated, i.e. flat tires,
except run-flat tires. A flat tire will seriously
impair your vehicle's handling and braking
response. Attempts to drive on a flat tire
can lead to loss of control over the vehi-
cle.<
Checking inflation pressure
Only check tire inflation pressure when the
tires are cold. This means after a maximum
of 1.25 miles/2 km driving or when the
vehicle has been parked for at least
2 hours. When tires are warm, the tire infla-
tion pressure increases.
After correcting the inflation pressure(s),
always reinitialize the Flat Tire Monitor,
refer to page96.
Inflation pressures for standard tires
The inflation pressures for your standard
tires can be found on the door pillar when
you open the driver's door.
Inflation pressures for other tire
sizes
The table below provides all the correct
inflation pressures for the specified tire
sizes at ambient temperature.
After correcting the inflation pres-
sure(s), always reinitialize the Flat Tire
Monitor, refer to page96.<
Tire size
The inflation pressures apply to the tire
sizes approved and tire brands recom-
mended by BMW; a list of these is available
from your BMW center.