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matic recirculated-air control on 
page 104 
>"Navi info" 
To repeat the most recent message 
from the navigation system, refer to 
page 141 
>"AUTO P" 
To activate/deactivate Automatic Hold 
refer to Automatic Hold on page 63. 
You can select the displayed function using 
the button on the steering wheel. 
If you have activated Automatic Hold, 
refer to page 63, you can use the but-
ton on the steering wheel to deactivate the 
system for parking maneuvers etc.<
Seat, mirror and steering 
wheel memory 
You can store and select two different 
adjustment settings for the driver's seat, 
exterior mirrors and steering wheel.
If your vehicle is equipped with comfort 
seats, you can also store and set two sitting 
positions for each additional seat with the 
memory. 
The adjustment of the lumbar support is not 
stored in the memory. 
Storing 
1.Radio mode, or switch on ignition 
2.Set desired sitting position; for driver's 
seat as well as the exterior mirror and 
steering wheel position 3.Press 
MEMORY button: 
The indicator lamp within the button 
comes on 
4.Press the desired memory button 1 or 2: 
The indicator lamp goes out. 
Selecting a stored setting 
Convenience mode
1.Driver's door open after unlocking or 
ignition lock in radio position 
2.Briefly press the desired memory but-
ton 1 or 2.
The system immediately cancels the 
adjustment procedure when you press one 
of the seat adjustment buttons or use one 
of the memory buttons. 
Safety feature
1.Driver's door closed and ignition 
switched either on or off
2.Press memory button 1 or 2 and main-
tain pressure until the adjustment pro-
cess has been completed. 
If you press the 
MEMORY button acciden-
tally: 
Press the button again; the indicator lamp 
goes out. 
Do not call up a position from the 
memory while the vehicle is moving. 
There is a risk of accident from unexpected 
movement of the seat or steering wheel.< 
You can have your vehicle pro-
grammed to automatically dial in your 
own individual adjustment settings for the 
seat, mirrors and steering wheel whenever 
you use your personal remote control unit 
to unlock the vehicle.< 
When using the Key Memory feature 
always make sure that the footwell 
behind the driver's seat is empty and unob-
structed. If you fail to do so, any persons or 
objects behind the seat could be injured or 
damaged by a rearward movement of the 
seat.<  
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>Alarm system: activate/deactivate inte-
rior motion sensor and tilt alarm sensor 
>Automatic headlamp control: adjust 
sensitivity.
Examples of Key Memory functions 
>Seat memory: activate/deactivate func-
tion
>Central locking system: vehicle is 
locked as soon as you drive off or if 
you have not opened a door or the lug-
gage compartment lid after unlocking. 
Activate/deactivate functions
>Automatic climate control: key-specific 
storage of the temperature, blower and 
air conditioner setting. Activate/deacti-
vate function
>Check Control: set languages and units
>Seat heating: recall personal tempera-
ture distribution. 
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Always read and follow the instructions that 
come with the system. 
Child seat security 
All of the rear belt retractors and the front 
passenger's safety belt can be locked for 
mounting and securing child-restraint sys-
tems.
Information regarding this is located near 
the buckle latch of each safety belt.
To lock the safety belt
Pull the entire length of the belt from the 
belt retractor. Allow the reel to retract the 
belt somewhat and engage the buckle, 
then tighten the belt against the child-
restraint system. The retraction mechanism 
is now locked. 
To unlock the safety belt
Release the buckle, remove the child-
restraint system and allow the belt retractor 
to reel the belt completely in. 
Child-restraint system with tether 
strap 
If you use a child-restraint system with a 
tether strap, three additional tether anchor-
age points have been provided, refer to the arrows in the illustration. Depending on the 
location selected for sitting in the rear pas-
senger area, attach the tether strap to the 
corresponding anchorage point to secure 
the child-restraint system, as shown in the 
illustration below. 
Each sitting position is fitted with a head 
restraint. 
Outer sitting positions: 
Lift the head restraint and pass the tether 
strap between the head restraint and the 
seat back. It is recommended to readjust 
the head restraint into the lowest possible 
position. 
Center sitting position: 
The head restraint must be adjusted into 
the lowest possible position. Pass the 
tether strap over the head restraint. 
Adjust the tether strap according to 
the child-restraint manufacturer's 
instructions.<
LATCH* child-restraint fixing
LATCH: Lower Anchor and Tethers for 
CHildren. 
The rear outer sitting positions are pro-
vided with anchors for a LATCH child-
restraint fixing.
To fit the LATCH child-restraint fixing, 
follow the operating and safety 
instructions of the manufacturer.< 
If the vehicle is equipped with electric 
power seats in the rear, return these to their 
standard adjustment setting before using a 
LATCH child-restraint fixing, refer to 
page 46. 
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Safety switch for power windows and 
rear seats
If the vehicle is equipped with electric 
power seats in the rear, return these to their 
standard adjustment setting before using a 
child-restraint system, refer to page 46. 
Always press the safety switch for the 
electric power windows, refer to page 42, 
when children are in the rear of the vehicle. 
This switch also disables the power rear 
seat adjustment. 
Incorrect or unsupervised adjustment 
of the electric power seats in the rear 
could lead to injuries or damage to the 
child-restraint system.< 
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The transmission automatically shifts to 
position P: interlock.<
If the remote control is still in the ignition 
lock when the driver's door is opened, a 
gong will sound and a message will appear 
in the Info Display.
Starting the engine 
Do not run the engine in closed 
rooms, as otherwise the inhaling of 
toxic exhaust gases can cause uncon-
sciousness and death. The exhaust gases 
contain carbon monoxide, an odorless and 
colorless, but highly toxic gas. 
Never leave an unattended vehicle with the 
engine running, as such a vehicle repre-
sents a potential safety hazard.<
1.Insert the remote control all the way into 
the ignition lock. With Comfort Access, 
this is not required
2.Press the brake pedal 
3.Briefly press the start/stop button. 
Your BMW is equipped with the con-
venience starting feature. After press-
ing the brake pedal, all you need to do is 
briefly press the start/stop button. 
The system responds by automatically 
engaging the starter and allowing it to run 
until the engine starts, after which it then 
disengages automatically. 
The automatic starting mode will not oper-
ate or will be canceled if the battery voltage 
is low. The engine can be started by jump-
starting, refer to page 207.<
Do not allow the engine to warm up by 
leaving it running while the vehicle remains stationary. Instead, drive off immediately at 
a moderate engine speed. 
If you have accidentally switched off 
the engine while driving, it can be 
restarted from a speed of approx. 3 mph/
5  km/h by pressing the button. It is not nec-
essary to press the brake pedal.< 
Under the following conditions you should 
press the accelerator pedal halfway down 
when starting: 
>If the engine fails to start on the first 
attempt, for instance, if it is very hot or 
cold 
>During a cold start at high altitudes, 
from approx. 3,281 ft/1,000 m, at very 
low temperatures, from approx. + 57/
Ð156. 
Refrain from starting the vehicle 
repeatedly at brief intervals, and 
avoid an excessive number of starting 
attempts if the vehicle fails to start; 
repeated activation of the starter over an 
extended period would allow unburned or 
only partially combusted fuel to enter the 
catalytic converter, where it can cause 
overheating and damage to the unit.<
Switching off the engine
With the vehicle stationary, briefly press the 
start/stop button. This also activates the 
radio mode. 
The transmission automatically shifts to 
position P: interlock.
Transmission position N remains 
engaged if you keep to the following 
order:
1.With Comfort Access: insert the remote 
control into the ignition lock
2.With the engine running, engage trans-
mission position N
3.Switch off the engine
4.Leave the remote control in the ignition 
lock.
This function is useful in automatic car 
washes, etc.
Position P is engaged automatically after  
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time. 
The brake lamps come on. 
The vehicle continues to brake automati-
cally for as long as you maintain pressure 
on the button.< 
When you brake the vehicle to a vir-
tual stop, i.e., down to a speed of 
approx. 2 mph/3 km/h or below, the park-
ing brake remains engaged. 
The indicator lamp in the Info Display 
lights up red. Briefly press the button to 
disengage the parking brake manually.< 
Automatic Hold 
You can activate this feature after starting 
the engine; it then remains operational until 
the next time the engine is switched off. 
This feature provides supplementary sup-
port during vehicle operation by automati-
cally engaging and releasing the parking 
brake during stops at traffic lights, in stop-
and-go traffic, etc. As the vehicle then no 
longer tends to creep when the transmis-
sion is engaged, it is no longer necessary 
to hold the vehicle by pressing the brake 
pedal. 
It prevents the vehicle from rolling back-
ward during uphill starts. 
The parking brake engages automatically 
when you stop the vehicle and switch off 
the engine. 
You can activate or cancel the Automatic 
Hold feature by selecting the "Settings" 
menu in the Control Center. A description 
of the Control Center is provided on 
page 17. 
Automatic Hold activation/
deactivation 
1.Select "Settings" 
2.Select   and confirm 
3.Select "AUTO P". Press the controller 
to activate/deactivate the desired func-
tion 
>Automatic Hold is activated. 
The green AUTO P status message in 
the Info Display shows you that the sys-
tem is ready for operation 
>Automatic Hold is deactivated. 
The green AUTO  P status message dis-
appears from the Info Display. 
You can assign the Automatic Hold 
function to the programmable button 
in the steering wheel, refer to page 52. 
This feature then provides you with quick 
access to the Automatic Hold function, 
allowing you to control it without undue 
distraction from road and traffic condi-
tions.< 
You can also deactivate Auto-
matic Hold by pressing the but-
ton while the vehicle is station-
ary. The vehicle remains 
stationary, the indicator lamp 
changes from green to red. Press the but-
ton again to release the parking brake. 
Driving with Automatic Hold 
The parking brake engages automatically 
when the vehicle comes to a stop. The indi-
cator lamp in the Info Display lights 
up green. 
To start off again, simply press the acceler-
ator pedal. The parking brake is released 
automatically; the indicator lamp  
goes out. 
Do not drive through an automatic car 
wash with the Automatic Hold on and 
the engine running. The system would 
engage the parking brake while the vehicle 
is stationary.<
Parking with Automatic Hold 
The parking brake engages automatically 
when you stop the vehicle and switch off 
the engine. The indicator lamp  
changes from green to red.  
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What you will need 
1Screwdriver handle 
2Emergency-release tool 
30.4 in/10 mm open-end wrench 
You will find the required tools in the 
onboard tool kit mounted on the inside of 
the luggage compartment lid, refer to 
page 200. 
Insert the emergency-release tool in the 
screwdriver handle as shown in the illustra-
tion. 
Releasing 
1.Remove the floor mat and the cover on 
the spare tire 
2.Guide the emergency-release tool with 
the screwdriver handle into the open-
ing, arrow 1 
3.Apply the open-end wrench to the 
hexagon on the emergency-release 
tool. 
Press against the resistance from the 
spring to guide the emergency-release 
tool all the way in, then hold it in place. 
Turn the emergency-release tool in the 
direction indicated by arrow 2, continu-
ing until you hear the mechanism snap 
into place and feel resistance; maintain pressure on the tool after the mecha-
nism engages 
4.Use the open-end wrench to turn the 
emergency-release tool against the 
drive unit's mechanical resistance, con-
tinuing to rotate it in arrow direction 2 
until you feel a substantial increase in 
turning effort
To prevent possible damage to the 
rear brakes, always make sure that 
the parking brake is completely released 
before driving the vehicle.< 
5.Return the tools to their places 
6.Return the spare tire cover and the floor 
mat to their original locations.
Have any defects repaired at the 
nearest BMW center. The technicians 
can also return the parking brake to normal 
operational status after it has been 
released manually in response to malfunc-
tion.< 
Following manual release, the actual 
status of the parking brake may vary 
from that displayed by the indicator lamp.< 
Operation after interruptions in 
power supply 
The parking brake may only be used 
again, if it was released manually after 
an interruption in power supply, i.e. as a 
result of a discharged or disconnected bat-
tery. If this is not done, the parking brake 
may fail to operate correctly. Even with the 
parking brake engaged, there would be a 
danger of the vehicle rolling on steep 
hills.< 
Once the electrical power supply has been 
restored you can again use the parking 
brake: 
With the ignition on and the 
vehicle stationary, briefly press 
the button three times at inter-
vals of approx. 5  seconds. This 
initializes the system as follows: 
>Initializing the disengaged setting 
>Engaging: the system registers the new 
status and the brake setting is initial- 
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the brake pedal until you are ready to start. 
You can activate the Automatic Hold fea-
ture to suppress the vehicle's tendency to 
creep, refer to page 63.<
Shift commands are transmitted electroni-
cally. To help avoid malfunctions, each 
command undergoes a plausibility check 
prior to execution. 
Remember to observe the Check Control 
for status messages. 
You can find additional information on the 
Check Control on page 82. 
To prevent the vehicle from rolling, 
always select position P and engage 
the parking brake before leaving the vehi-
cle with the engine running. Note the infor-
mation provided in the Info Display. 
Never leave an unattended vehicle with the 
engine running, as such a vehicle repre-
sents a potential safety hazard.< 
P Park 
Select P only when the vehicle is station-
ary. The transmission lockout prevents the 
rear wheels from turning. The lockout dis-
engages when you press the selector lever 
toward D, N or R while the engine is run-
ning. 
P is engaged automatically as soon as 
you switch off the engine unless N is 
engaged and the remote control is inserted 
in the ignition lock, refer to page 61.< 
R Reverse 
Select R only when the vehicle is station-
ary. 
N Neutral 
Select N only if your journey is interrupted 
for a long period. 
>From D press the selector lever up 
>From R press the selector lever down. 
Note the arrows indicating direction in the 
range display.
N remains engaged whenever the 
remote control unit remains in the 
ignition lock after the ignition is switched 
off. This function is useful in automatic car washes, etc. 
After approx. 30 minutes the system auto-
matically engages P. Remember to 
observe the Check Control for status mes-
sages. 
Switching off the engine, refer to 
page 61.< 
D Drive, automatic driving position 
This is the range recommended for normal 
vehicle operation. All forward gears are 
available. 
Under normal operating conditions, fuel 
consumption is lowest when driving in 
position D. 
Kickdown 
The kickdown mode provides maximum 
acceleration. 
Press the accelerator pedal beyond the 
full-throttle resistance point. 
Sport program and manual operation 
When you press the S/M/D button on the 
steering wheel once, the system responds 
by activating the transmission's Sport pro-
gram, as indicated by the letter S in the 
program display of the Info Display, refer to  
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Deactivating the rain sensor 
Briefly press the button again. The indica-
tor lamp goes out. 
The rain sensor is automatically deac-
tivated when you switch off the igni-
tion.< 
Deactivate the rain sensor when 
passing through an automatic car 
wash. Failure to do so could result in dam-
age caused by undesired wiper activa-
tion.< 
Selecting wiper fold-out position 
Important for changing wiper blades, when 
folding away from windshield to prevent 
blades from sticking when ice forms, etc. 
1.Switch off the engine and remove the 
remote control from the ignition lock 
2.Press the wiper lever up and maintain 
pressure for about 3 seconds until the 
wipers are roughly vertical: fold-out 
position. 
After folding the wipers back against the 
windshield you will need to reactivate the 
wiper system: 
1.Switch on the radio mode
2.Apply brief upward pressure to the 
wiper lever. The wipers return to their 
retracted position and are ready for nor-
mal operation. 
To prevent damage to the wipers, 
always fold them back against the 
windshield before switching on either the 
radio mode or the ignition.< 
Washer fluid 
Washer fluid antifreeze is flammable. 
Always keep it well away from sparks 
and open flames, and store it in tightly 
closed containers well out of the reach of 
children. Always observe the instructions 
for use provided on the containers.< We recommend that you mix the 
washer fluid before adding it to the 
reservoir.< 
Windshield and headlamp washer 
system 
Capacity: 6.3 US quarts/6 liters. 
Fill with water and Ð if required Ð with a 
washer antifreeze, according to manufac-
turer's recommendations. 
Programmable cruise 
control 
The concept 
The programmable cruise control is avail-
able for use at speeds of approx. 20 mph/
30 km/h and higher. The vehicle maintains 
and stores the speed that you set using the 
lever mounted on the steering column. 
You can also use the multilevel preset 
mode to store 6 desired speeds for later 
selection with the same lever, refer to 
page 73. 
This feature assists you in quickly adapting 
the vehicle speed to specific road condi-
tions, e.g. changes in speeds limits. 
Do not use the programmable cruise 
control when driving on winding 
roads, in heavy traffic or in poor road con-
ditions, e.g. snow, rain, ice, loose road sur-
face, that do not permit a constant speed.<  
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mode activated each time you press or pull 
the lever beyond the resistance point.<
Changing preset level 
Push 1 or pull 2 the lever beyond the resis-
tance point. The preset speed progresses 
to the next desired speed.
The available speed changes to the 
minimum speed of approx. 20 mph/
30 km/h when you pull 2 the lever beyond 
the resistance point at the lowest desired 
speed.<
Interrupting the cruise control 
With the cruise control active, briefly press 
the lever up or down. 
Hiding display for multilevel preset 
mode 
When activated, press the lever upward or 
downward for approx. 3 seconds. 
Showing display for multilevel preset 
mode again 
Press 1 or pull 2 the lever beyond the resis-
tance point. 
Deactivating the multilevel preset 
mode 
The multilevel preset mode is also deacti-
vated when you switch off the ignition. 
Storing desired speeds 
With vehicle stationary 
Switch on the ignition. Press 1 or pull 2 the lever beyond the resis-
tance point: The selectable speed level is 
displayed with 5. 
>To increase desired speed: 
Press the lever forward 
>To decrease desired speed: 
Pull back the lever 
>To store desired speed: 
Press button 4 for approx. 3 seconds. 
The stored desired speed appears in 6. 
If 6 speeds have already been stored, 
it will be necessary to delete one 
before entering a new preset speed.<
While driving 
Activate multilevel preset mode. 
Press button 4 for approx. 3 seconds. The 
respective driven speed is applied as the 
desired speed and displayed with 6. 
If all of the graduations flash at once, 
this indicates that 6 desired speeds 
have already been stored. You must then 
delete at least one.<
Deleting desired speeds 
Select the desired speed 5. 
Press button 4 for approx. 3 seconds. 
Active cruise control* 
The concept 
With active cruise control you can select a 
desired speed which is not only automati-
cally maintained when driving on open 
roadways, but also varied to maintain a 
selected distance setting as slower traffic 
is encountered. 
Active cruise control is a technological 
advance over the familiar cruise control 
and is a welcome relief from the constant 
adjustment of speed that can accompany 
driving in traffic on freeways or other high-
speed thoroughfares. Especially on longer 
trips, the system can reduce fatigue and 
tension, while increasing your enjoyment 
of driving. Please use it safely and respon-
sibly.