remote control BMW ACTIVEHYBRID 5 2012 Owner's Guide

▷Forward gear engaged: front area of the ve‐
hicle.▷Reverse gear engaged: rear area of the ve‐
hicle.
Display on the Control Display
Switching on the backup camera via the
iDrive
With PDC activated:
"Rear view camera"
The backup camera image is displayed. The set‐
ting is stored for the remote control currently in
use.
Malfunction
A Check Control message is displayed.
On the Control Display, the areas in front of and
behind the vehicle are shaded. PDC has failed.
Have the system checked.
To ensure full operability:
▷Keep the sensors clean and free of ice.▷When using high-pressure washers, do not
spray the sensors for long periods and main‐
tain a distance of at least 12 in/30 cm.
Surround View
The concept
Surround View includes the following systems:
▷Backup camera, refer to page 116.▷Side View, refer to page 120.▷Top View, refer to page 119.
It assists the driver when parking, maneuvering
and on blind driveways and intersections.
Backup camera
The concept
The backup camera provides assistance in park‐
ing and maneuvering backwards. The area be‐
hind the vehicle is shown on the Control Display.
System limits Check the traffic situation as well
Check the traffic situation around the ve‐
hicle with your own eyes. Otherwise, an accident
could result from road users or objects located
outside the picture area of the backup camera. ◀
Detection of objects
High, protruding objects such as ledges
may not be detected by the backup camera.◀
Switching on automatically
Select transmission position R with the engine
running.
The backup camera image is displayed if the
system was switched on via the iDrive.
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2.Turn the steering wheel to the point where
the pathway line covers the corresponding
turning circle line.
Obstacle marking
▷Spatially-shaped markings can be shown in
the backup camera image.
Their colored steps match the markings of the
PDC. This simplifies estimation of the distance
to the object shown.
Activating the assistance functions
More than one assistance function can be active
at the same time.
Showing the parking aid lines
"Parking aid lines"
Pathway and turning circle lines are displayed.
Showing the obstacle marking
"Obstacle marking"
Spatially-shaped markings are displayed.
Display on the Control Display
Switching on the backup camera via
iDrive
With PDC activated:
"Rear view camera"
The backup camera image is displayed. The set‐
ting is stored for the remote control currently in
use.
Brightness
With the backup camera switched on:
1. Select the symbol.2.Turn the controller until the desired setting
is reached and press the controller.
Contrast
With the backup camera switched on:
1. Select the symbol.2.Turn the controller until the desired setting
is reached and press the controller.
Camera
The camera lens is located in the handle of the
trunk lid. The image quality may be impaired by
dirt.
Clean the lens, refer to page 292.
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The setting is stored for the remote control cur‐
rently in use.
Display on the Control Display
Switching on the backup camera via
iDrive
With Top View switched on:
"Rear view camera"
The backup camera image is displayed. The set‐
ting is stored for the remote control currently in
use.
Brightness
With Top View switched on:
1. "Brightness"2.Turn the controller until the desired setting
is reached and press the controller.
Contrast
With Top View switched on:
1. "Contrast"2.Turn the controller until the desired setting
is reached and press the controller.
Displaying the turning circle and
pathway lines
▷The static, red turning circle 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 actually
needed to the side of the vehicle.
The pathway line is dependent on the cur‐
rent steering angle and is continuously ad‐
justed with the steering wheel movement.
"Parking aid lines"
Turning circle and pathway lines are displayed.
Cameras
The lenses of the Top View cameras are located
at the bottom of the exterior mirror housings.
The image quality may be impaired by dirt.
Clean the lens, refer to page 292.
Side View
The concept
Side View provides an early look at cross traffic
at blind driveways and intersections. Road users
concealed by obstacles to the left and right of
the vehicle can only be detected relatively late
from the driver's seat. To improve visibility, two
cameras in the front of the vehicle record the
traffic situation on each side.
Capturing the image
Two cameras integrated in the bumpers capture
the image.
The cameras capture a maximum range of
330 ft/100 m.
Display
The images from both cameras are shown si‐
multaneously on the Control Display.
Check the traffic situation as well
Check the traffic situation around the ve‐
hicle on blind driveways and intersections with
your own eyes. Otherwise, an accident could re‐
sult from road users or objects located outside
the picture area of the Side View cameras.◀
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located in the central area, the distance to the
person is indicated by the size of the symbol.
System limits
Basic limits
System operation is limited in situations such as
the following:▷On steep hills, in steep depressions or in
tight curves.▷When the camera is dirty or the protective
glass is damaged.▷In heavy fog, rain or snowfall.▷At very high external temperatures.
Limits of pedestrian detection
Animals are not detected by the pedestrian de‐
tection function, even if they are clearly visible in
the image.
Limited pedestrian detection:
▷When people are fully or partially covered,
especially when their heads are covered.▷When people are not in an upright position,
e.g., when lying down.▷Cyclists on unconventional bicycles (e.g.,
recumbent bicycles).▷After physical damage to the system, e.g.,
after an accident.
Activation/deactivation
Press the button.
Display
Night Vision with pedestrian detection is not
available on the rear screen.
Adjustments via the iDrive
With Night Vision switched on:1.Activate Night Vision with pedestrian detec‐
tion.2.Press the controller.3.Open the desired menu item.▷ "Brightness"▷ "Contrast"▷ "Pedestrian detection"
The settings are stored for the remote control
currently in use.
Camera
Rain, dirt, snow, or ice can impair camera oper‐
ation.
The camera is automatically heated when the
external temperatures are low.
The camera is automatically cleaned together
with the headlamps.
Clean the lens, refer to page 292.
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Head-up Display
The concept
This system projects important information into
the driver's field of vision, e.g., the speed.
In this way, the driver can get information with‐
out averting his or her eyes from the road.
Display visibility
The visibility of the displays in the Head-up Dis‐
play is influenced by:
▷Certain sitting positions.▷Objects on the cover of the Head-up Dis‐
play.▷Sunglasses with certain polarization filters.▷Wet roads.▷Unfavorable light conditions.
If the image is distorted, check the basic set‐
tings.
Switching on/off
Press the button.
Display1Lane departure warning2Active Cruise Control3Desired speed4Navigation system5Speed
The collision warning, Night Vision pedestrian
warning, or Check Control messages are dis‐
played briefly if needed.
Selecting displays in the Head-up
Display
1."Settings"2."Head-up display"3."Displayed information"4.Select the desired displays in the Head-up
Display.
The settings are stored for the remote control
currently in use.
Setting the brightness
The brightness is automatically adjusted to the
ambient light.
The basic setting can be adjusted manually.
1."Settings"2."Head-up display"3."Brightness"4.Turn the controller.
The brightness is adjusted.
When the low beams are switched on, the
brightness of the Head-up Display can be addi‐
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tionally influenced using the instrument lighting,
refer to page 93.
The setting is stored for the remote control cur‐
rently in use.
Adjusting the height1."Settings"2."Head-up display"3."Height"4.Turn the controller.
The height is adjusted.
The setting is stored for the remote control cur‐
rently in use.
Special windshield
The windshield is part of the system.
The shape of the windshield makes it possible
to display a precise image.
A film in the windshield prevents double images
from being displayed.
Therefore, have the special windshield replaced
by a service center only.
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The parked-car heating warms the vehicle inte‐
rior, making snow and ice easier to remove.
Both systems can be switched on via the remote
control of the parked-car heating, depending on
the external temperature.
The parked-car heating can also be switched on
and off via the iDrive, either directly or at two
preselected switch-on times.
Controls
When the remote control for the parked-car
heating is used, it depends on the external tem‐
perature for whether the auxiliary air condition‐
ing or the parked-car heating is activated:▷External temperature below approx.
59 ℉/15 ℃: parked-car heating, refer to
page 139, is activated.▷External temperature above approx.
59 ℉/15 ℃: auxiliary air conditioning, refer
to page 137, is activated.
Auxiliary air conditioning
The concept
To cool the heated passenger compartment im‐
mediately before starting to drive, the automatic
climate control can be activated via a remote
control.
The automatic climate control reduces the inte‐
rior temperature with high cooling power for ap‐
prox. two minutes.
The auxiliary air conditioning can be switched on
or off using the remote control or the remote
control of the parked-car heating.
If it is activated using the remote control of the
parked-car heating, the parked-car ventilation is
activated for about, refer to page 136, 30 mi‐
nutes after auxiliary air conditioning.
Remote control
The concept
The remote control can be used to activate the
auxiliary air conditioning for two minutes at tem‐
peratures of 59 ℉/15 ℃ and higher.
At a glance1Unlocking2Locking3Opening the trunk lid4Panic mode, auxiliary air conditioning
Remote control range
The average range is the range when the vehicle
is locked/unlocked.
Switching on
Press the button on the remote control
once. You can hear that the air conditioning
starts to run.
Switching off
The function switches off automatically after ap‐
prox. two minutes or when the ignition is
switched on.
Remote control of the auxiliary air
conditioning/parked-car heating
The concept
The remote control of the auxiliary air condition‐
ing can be used to activate the auxiliary air con‐
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ditioning for two minutes at temperatures above
59 ℉/15 ℃.
When the ignition is switched off, the parked-car
ventilation is activated for approx. 30 minutes.
At a glance1LED: transmission confirmation2Switching on/off3Activate auxiliary air conditioning4Deactivate auxiliary air conditioning
Remote control range
The reception-dependent average range is ap‐
prox. 490 ft/150 m.
The range is best when the remote control is
held upright and as high as possible.
Switching on/off directly
1. Press the button until the green LED
lights up.2.Within approx. the next 5 seconds, press the
desired button until the green or red LED
lights up:
Switching on
Switching off
Correct transmission to the system is confirmed
for approx. 2 seconds by rapid flashing of the
green LED.
If there is a transmission error, the red LED lights
up for approx. 2 seconds.
The symbol on the display of the automatic
climate control flashes.
Frequencies
The remote control may not function properly if
it experiences local interference from other sys‐
tems or devices that use the same frequency.
Replacing the batteries
Replace the battery if a message is displayed or
if the LED either no longer lights up or flashes
when the remote control is activated.
No rechargeable batteries
Do not use rechargeable batteries, as
damage may result from the substances in the
batteries.◀1.Use a suitable object to unclip the battery
compartment, arrow 1.2.Remove the cover of the battery compart‐
ment, arrow 2.3.Insert batteries of the same type.4.Press the cover closed.
Take the used battery to a recycling cen‐
ter or to your service center.
New parked-car heating remote control
A new parked-car heating remote control can be
placed into operation as a second device or if the
original one was lost; it can be initialized by your
service center if needed.
Two remote control devices can be used with
the vehicle.
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Parked-car heating
The concept
The parked-car heating warms the vehicle inte‐
rior, making snow and ice easier to remove. With
the ignition switched off, the air is automatically
routed to the windshield, to the side windows,
and into the footwell.
The systems can be switched on and off directly
or by using two preset switch-on times. They
remain switched on for 30 minutes.
Operation takes place on the iDrive or the re‐
mote control.
Parked-car heating in enclosed areas
Do not operate the parked-car heating in
enclosed areas, as breathing of the harmful ex‐
haust fumes may lead to loss of consciousness
and death. The exhaust gases contain carbon
monoxide, an odorless and colorless but highly
toxic gas. Switch off the parked-car heating
when refueling.◀
Functional requirement▷If the switch-on time is preselected:With the
remote control or if a switch-on time is pre‐
selected: External temperature ap‐
prox. 59 ℉/15 ℃.▷Direct operation: any external temperature.▷The battery is sufficiently charged.▷The fuel tank is filled to above the reserve
range.
If the parked-car heating has not been used for
several months, it may be necessary to switch it
on again after several minutes.
Switching on/off directly
1."Settings"2."Climate"3."Activate ind. heating" or"Activate parked-car vent."
The system is switched on. The symbol
on the automatic climate control flashes.
The system continues to run for some time after
being switched off.
Preselecting the switch-on time
1."Settings"2."Climate"3."Timer 1:" or "Timer 2:"4.Enter the desired time.5.Press the controller to adopt the setting.
Activating the switch-on time
1."Settings"2."Climate"3."Activate Timer 1" or "Activate Timer 2"
The activation time is activated. The
symbol on the automatic climate control lights
up.
The symbol on the automatic climate control
flashes when the system has been switched on.
The system will only be switched on within the
next 24 hours. After that, it needs to reactivated.
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Remote control of the parked-car
heating/auxiliary air conditioning
At a glance1LED: transmission confirmation2Switching on/off3Activate parked-car ventilation/heating4Deactivate parked-car ventilation/heating
Remote control range
The reception-dependent average range is ap‐
prox. 490 ft/150 m.
The range is best when the remote control is
held upright and as high as possible.
Switching on/off directly
1. Press the button until the green LED
lights up.2.Within approx. the next 5 seconds, press the
desired button until the green or red LED
lights up:
Switching on
Switching off
Correct transmission to the system is confirmed
for approx. 2 seconds by rapid flashing of the
green LED.
If there is a transmission error, the red LED lights
up for approx. 2 seconds.
The symbol on the display of the automatic
climate control flashes.
Frequencies
The remote control may not function properly if
it experiences local interference from other sys‐
tems or devices that use the same frequency.
Replacing the batteries
Replace the battery if a message is displayed or
if the LED either no longer lights up or flashes
when the remote control is activated.
No rechargeable batteries
Do not use rechargeable batteries, as
damage may result from the substances in the
batteries.◀1.Use a suitable object to unclip the battery
compartment, arrow 1.2.Remove the cover of the battery compart‐
ment, arrow 2.3.Insert batteries of the same type.4.Press the cover closed.
Take the used battery to a recycling cen‐
ter or to your service center.
New parked-car heating remote control
A new parked-car heating remote control can be
placed into operation as a second device or if the
original one was lost; it can be initialized by your
service center if needed.
Two remote control devices can be used with
the vehicle.
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