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Tire treadSummer tires
Do not drive with a tire tread depth of less than
0.12 inches/3 mm.
There is an increased danger of hydroplaning if
the tire tread depth is less than 0.12 in‐
ches/3 mm.
Winter tires
Do not drive with a tire tread depth of less than
0.16 inches/4 mm.
Below a tread depth of 0.16 inches/4 mm, tires
are less suitable for winter operation.
Minimum tread depth
Wear indicators are distributed around the
tire's circumference and have the legally re‐
quired minimum height of 0.063 in‐
ches/1.6 mm.
They are marked on the side of the tire with
TWI, Tread Wear Indicator.
Tire damage
General information
Inspect your tires regularly for damage, foreign
objects lodged in the tread, and tread wear.
Information Driving over rough or damaged road surfaces,
as well as debris, curbs and other obstacles
can cause serious damage to wheels, tires and
suspension parts. This is more likely to occur
with low-profile tires, which provide less cush‐
ioning between the wheel and the road. Be
careful to avoid road hazards and reduce your
speed, especially if your vehicle is equipped
with low-profile tires.
Indications of tire damage or other vehicle mal‐
functions:▷Unusual vibrations while driving.▷Unusual handling such as a strong ten‐
dency to pull to the left or right.
Damage can, e. g., be caused by driving over
curbs, road damage, or similar things.
WARNING
Damaged tires can lose tire inflation
pressure, which can lead to loss of vehicle
control. There is risk of an accident. If tire dam‐
age is suspected while driving, immediately re‐
duce speed and stop. Have wheels and tires
checked. For this purpose, drive carefully to
the nearest dealer’s service center or another
qualified service center or repair shop. Have
vehicle towed or transported as needed.◀
WARNING
Damaged tires can lose tire inflation
pressure, which can lead to loss of vehicle
control. There is risk of an accident. Do not re‐
pair damaged tires, but have them replaced.◀
Changing wheels and tires
Mounting Have mounting and wheel balancing carriedout by a dealer’s service center or another
qualified service center or repair shop.
Wheel and tire combination
You can ask the dealer’s service center or an‐
other qualified service center or repair shop
about the right wheel/tire combination and
wheel rim versions for the vehicle.
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6.With the compressor switched off, insert
the plug into the power socket inside the
vehicle.7.With the ignition turned on or the engine
running, switch on the compressor.
ATTENTION
The compressor can overheat during ex‐
tended operation. There is a risk of damage to
property. Do not run the compressor for more
than 10 min.◀
Let the compressor run for approx. 3 to 8 mi‐
nutes to fill the tire with sealant and achieve a
tire inflation pressure of approx. 2.5 bar.
While the tire is being filled with sealant, the
tire inflation pressure may sporadically reach
approx. 5 bar. Do not switch off the compres‐
sor at this point.
If a tire inflation pressure of 2 bar is not
reached:
1.Switch off the compressor.2.Unscrew the filling hose from the wheel.3.Drive 33 ft/10 m forward and back to dis‐
tribute the sealant in the tire.4.Inflate the tire again using the compressor.If a tire inflation pressure of 2 bar cannot be
reached, contact your dealer’s service cen‐
ter or another qualified service center or
repair shop.
Stowing the Mobility System
1.Unscrew the filling hose of the sealant con‐
tainer from the wheel.2.Unscrew the connection hose of the com‐
pressor from the sealant container.3.Connect the filling hose of the sealant con‐
tainer previously connected to the tire
valve with the available connector on the
sealant container.
This prevents leftover sealant from escap‐
ing from the container.4.Wrap the empty sealant container in suita‐
ble material to avoid dirtying the cargo
area.5.Stow the Mobility System back in the vehi‐
cle.
Distributing the sealant
Immediately drive approx. 5 miles/10 km to en‐
sure that the sealant is evenly distributed in the
tire.
Do not exceed a speed of 50 mph/80 km/h.
If possible, do not drive at speeds less than
12 mph/20 km/h.
To correct the tire inflation pressure
1.Stop at a suitable location.2.Screw the connection hose of the com‐
pressor directly onto the tire valve stem.3.Insert the connector into the power socket
inside the vehicle.4.Correct the tire inflation pressure to
2.5 bar.▷Increase pressure: with the ignition
turned on or the engine running, switch
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Adding1.Let the engine cool.2.Turn the lid of the coolant reservoir slightly
counterclockwise to allow any excess
pressure to dissipate, then open it.3.If the coolant is low, slowly add coolant up
to the specified level; do not overfill.4.Turn the lid until there is an audible click.
The arrows on the coolant reservoir and
the lid must point towards one another.5.Have the cause of the coolant loss elimi‐
nated as soon as possible.
Disposal
Comply with the relevant environmen‐
tal protection regulations when dispos‐
ing of coolant and coolant additives.
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corresponding engine or body ground of
the vehicle to be started.
Starting the engine
Never use spray fluids to start the engine.
1.Start the engine of the assisting vehicle
and let it run for several minutes at an in‐
creased idle speed.2.Start the engine of the vehicle that is to be
started in the usual way.
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 needed.
Tow-starting and towing Information WARNING
Due to system limits, individual functions
can malfunction during tow-starting/towing
with the Intelligent Safety systems activated,
e.g., approach control warning with light brak‐
ing function. There is risk of an accident.
Switch all Intelligent Safety systems off prior to
tow-starting/towing.◀
Manual transmission
Gearshift lever in neutral position.
Towing Follow the following instructions:
▷Make sure that the ignition is switched on;
otherwise, the low beams, tail lamps, turn
signals, and wipers may be unavailable.▷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 vehi‐
cle's response.▷Do not exceed a towing speed of
30 mph/50 km/h.▷Do not exceed a towing distance of
30 miles/50 km.
Tow truck
With rear-wheel drive
Your vehicle should be transported with a tow
truck with a so-called lift bar or on a flat bed.
ATTENTION
When lifting the vehicle by the tow fitting
or body and chassis parts; damage can occur
on vehicle parts. There is a risk of damage to
property. Lift vehicle using suitable means.◀
M double-clutch transmission:
transporting the vehicle
Information The vehicle is not permitted to be towed.
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ATTENTION
The vehicle can be damaged when tow‐
ing the vehicle with a single lifted axle. There is
a risk of damage to property. The vehicle
should only be transported on a loading plat‐
form.◀
Tow truck
The vehicle should only be transported on a
loading platform.
ATTENTION
When lifting the vehicle by the tow fitting
or body and chassis parts; damage can occur
on vehicle parts. There is a risk of damage to
property. Lift vehicle using suitable means.◀
Use tow fitting located in the front only for po‐
sitioning the vehicle.
Towing other vehicles
Information WARNING
If the approved gross vehicle weight of
the towing vehicle is lighter than the vehicle to be towed, the tow fitting can tear off or it will
not be possible to control the vehicle's re‐
sponse. There is risk of an accident! Make sure
that the gross vehicle weight of the towing ve‐
hicle is heavier than the vehicle to be towed.◀
ATTENTION
If the tow bar or tow rope is attached in‐
correctly, damage to other vehicle parts can
occur. There is a risk of damage to property.
Correctly attach the tow bar or tow rope to the
tow fitting.◀▷Switch on the hazard warning system, de‐
pending on local regulations.▷If the electrical system has failed, clearly
identify the vehicle being towed by placing
a sign or a warning triangle in the rear win‐
dow.
Tow bar
The tow fittings used should be on the same
side on both vehicles.
Should it prove impossible to avoid mounting
the tow bar at an offset angle, please observe
the following:
▷Maneuvering capability is limited going
around corners.▷The tow bar will generate lateral forces if it
is secured with an offset.
Tow rope
When starting to tow the vehicle, make sure
that the tow rope is taut.
To avoid jerking and the associated stresses
on the vehicle components when towing, al‐
ways use nylon ropes or nylon straps.
Tow fitting
General information
The screw-in tow fitting should always be car‐
ried in the vehicle.
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The tow fitting can be screwed in at the front
or rear of the vehicle.
The tow fitting and the onboard vehicle tool kit,
refer to page 186, are together in the cargo
area.
Information ATTENTION
If the tow fitting is not used as intended,
there can be damage to the vehicle or to the
tow fitting. There is a risk of damage to prop‐
erty. Observe the notes on using the tow fit‐
ting.◀
Use of the tow fitting:▷Use only the tow fitting provided with the
vehicle and screw it all the way in.▷Use the tow fitting for towing on paved
roads only.▷Use tow fitting located in the front only for
positioning the vehicle.▷Avoid lateral loading of the tow fitting, for
example, do not lift the vehicle by the tow
fitting.
Screw thread for tow fitting
Press on the mark of the front cover to push it
out.
Press out the rear cover at the recess using
the screw driver from the onboard vehicle tool
kit.
Tow-starting
M double-clutch transmission
Do not tow-start the vehicle.
Tow-starting the engine is not possible due to
the M double-clutch transmission.
Have the cause of the starting problems fixed.
Manual transmission If possible, do not tow-start the vehicle but
start the engine by jump-starting, refer to
page 194. If the vehicle is equipped with a cat‐
alytic converter, only tow-start while the en‐
gine is cold.1.Switch on the hazard warning system and
comply with local regulations.2.Switch on the ignition, refer to page 65.3.Engage third gear.4.Have the vehicle tow-started with the
clutch pedal pressed and slowly release
the pedal. After the engine starts, immedi‐
ately press on the clutch pedal again.5.Stop at a suitable location, remove the tow
bar or rope, and switch off the hazard
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▷Instrument cluster cover.▷Matt black spray-coated components.▷Painted parts in the interior.
Safety belts
Dirty belt straps impede the reeling action and
thus have a negative impact on safety.
WARNING
Chemical cleansers can destroy the
safety belt webbing. Missing protective effect
of the safety belts. There is a risk of injury or
danger to life. Use only a mild soapy solution
for cleaning the safety belts.◀
Use only a mild soapy solution, with the safety
belts clipped into their buckles.
Do not allow the switchs to retract the safety
belts until they are dry.
Carpets and floor mats WARNING
Objects in the driver's floor area can limit
the pedal distance or block a depressed pedal.
There is risk of an accident. Stow objects in
the vehicle such that they are secured and
cannot enter into the driver's floor area. Use
floor mats that are suitable for the vehicle and
can be safely attached to the floor. Do not use
loose floor mats and do not layer several floor
mats. Make sure that there is sufficient clear‐
ance for the pedals. Ensure that the floor mats
are securely fastened again after they were re‐
moved, e.g., for cleaning.◀
Floor mats can be removed from the car's inte‐
rior for cleaning.
If the floor carpets are very dirty, clean with a
microfiber cloth and water or a textile cleaner.
To prevent matting of the carpet, rub back and
forth in the direction of travel only.
Sensor/camera lenses
To clean sensors and camera lenses, use a
cloth moistened with a small amount of glass
detergent.
Displays/screens ATTENTION
Chemical cleansers, moisture or fluids of
any kind can damage the surface of displays
and screens. There is a risk of damage to prop‐
erty. Clean with a clean, antistatic microfiber
cloth.◀
ATTENTION
The surface of displays can be damaged
with improper cleaning. There is a risk of dam‐
age to property. Avoid pressure that is too high
and do not use any scratching materials.◀
Clean with a clean, antistatic microfiber cloth.
Long-term vehicle storage When the vehicle is shut down for longer than
three months, special measures must be
taken. Further information is available from a
dealer’s service center or another qualified
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Everything from A to Z
IndexA ABS, Antilock Brake Sys‐ tem 114
Acceleration Assistant, see Launch Control 78
Accessories and parts 8
Activated-charcoal filter 132
Activation times, parked-car ventilation 133
Active M differential 116
Adaptive brake lights, see Brake force display 112
Adaptive Light Control 95
Additional information, iDrive 23
Additives, oil 181
Adjustments, seats/head re‐ straints 49
After washing vehicle 200
Airbags 98
Airbags, indicator/warning light 99
Air circulation, see Recircu‐ lated-air mode 128, 131
Air, dehumidifying, see Cool‐ ing function 128, 130
Air distribution, man‐ ual 129 , 131
Air flow, air conditioner 128
Air flow, automatic climate control 131
Air pressure, tires 168
Air vents, see Ventilation 132
Alarm system 44
Alarm, unintentional 45
All around the center con‐ sole 16
All around the roofliner 17
All around the steering wheel 14 All-season tires, see Winter
tires 172
Alternating-code hand-held transmitter 135
Alternative oil types 181
Ambient light 97
Antifreeze, washer fluid 73
Antilock Brake System, ABS 114
Anti-slip control, see DSC 114
App, BMW Driver’s Guide 6
Approved axle load 207
Arrival time 90
Ashtray 138
Assistance, Roadside Assis‐ tance 194
Assistance when driving off 118
Attentiveness assistant 112
AUTO intensity 131
Automatic car wash 199
Automatic climate con‐ trol 127
Automatic climate control with enhanced features 129
Automatic Curb Monitor 58
Automatic deactivation, Front-seat passenger air‐
bags 100
Automatic headlamp con‐ trol 94
Automatic locking 43
Automatic recirculated-air control 131
AUTO program, automatic cli‐ mate control 130
AUTO program, climate con‐ trol 128
AUTO program, intensity 131
Auto Start/Stop function 67 AUX-IN port, general informa‐
tion 139
Average fuel consumption 89
Average speed 89
Axle loads, weights 207
B Backrest curvature, see Lum‐ bar support 51
Backrest, width 52
Band-aids, see First-aid kit 194
Battery replacement, vehicle battery 190
Battery replacement, vehicle remote control 35
Battery, vehicle 190
Being towed, see Tow-start‐ ing and towing 196
Belts, safety belts 53
Beverage holder, cup holder 145
BMW Assist 6
BMW Driver’s Guide app 6
BMW Homepage 6
BMW Internet page 6
BMW maintenance sys‐ tem 184
BMW M technology 150
Bottle holder, see Cup holder 145
Brake assistant 114
Brake discs, break-in 152
Brake force display 112
Brake lights, adaptive 112
Brake lights, brake force dis‐ play 112
Brake pads, break-in 152
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Flat Tire Monitor FTM 104
Flat tire, repairing 173
Flat tire, Tire Pressure Moni‐ tor TPM 101
Flat tire, warning lamp 102, 105
Flooding 153
Floor carpet, care 202
Floor mats, care 202
Fogged up windows 129
Fold-away position, wiper 73
Fold down the rear seat back‐ rest, see Though-loading
system 141
Foot brake 153
Front airbags 98
Front-end collision warning with City Braking func‐
tion 106
Front lights 187
Front-seat passenger airbags, automatic deactivation 100
Front-seat passenger airbags, indicator lamp 101
FTM Flat Tire Monitor 104
Fuel 166
Fuel cap 164
Fuel consumption, see Aver‐ age fuel consumption 89
Fuel filler flap 164
Fuel gauge 83
Fuel quality 166
Fuel recommendation 166
Fuel, tank capacity 207
Fuse 191
G
Garage door opener, see Uni‐ versal Integrated Remote
Control 134
Gasoline 166
Gear change 77
Gear shift indicator 86
General driving notes 153
Glare shield 138 Glass sunroof, powered 47
Glove compartment 143
GPS location, vehicle posi‐ tion 92
Gross vehicle weight, ap‐ proved 207
Ground clearance 155
H
Handbrake, see parking brake 70
Hand-held transmitter, alter‐ nating code 135
Hazard warning flashers 193
Head airbags 98
Headlamp control, auto‐ matic 94
Headlight courtesy delay fea‐ ture 94
Headlight flasher 71
Headlight glass 187
Headlights 187
Headlights, care 200
Head restraints 49
Head restraints, front 54
Head restraints, rear 55
Heavy cargo, stowing 157
High-beam Assistant 95
High beams 71
High beams/low beams, see High-beam Assistant 95
High-performance en‐ gine 150
Hills 154
Hill start assistant, see Drive- off assistant 118
Holder for beverages 145
Homepage 6
Hood 177
Horn 14
Hotel function, tailgate 41
Hot exhaust system 153
Hydroplaning 153 I
Ice warning, see External temperature warning 84
Icy roads, see External tem‐ perature warning 84
Identification marks, tires 169
Identification number, see Ve‐ hicle identification num‐
ber 10
iDrive 18
Ignition key, see Remote con‐ trol 34
Ignition off 65
Ignition on 65
Indication of a flat tire 102 , 105
Indicator and alarm lamps, see Check Control 80
Indicator lamp, see Check Control 80
Individual air distribu‐ tion 129, 131
Individual settings, see Per‐ sonal Profile 36
Inflation pressure, tires 168
Inflation pressure warning, tires 104
Info display, see On-Board computer 88
Information 6
Initialize, Tire Pressure Moni‐ tor TPM 102
Initializing, Flat Tire Monitor FTM 104
Instrument cluster 79
Instrument cluster, electronic displays 79
Instrument lighting 96
Integrated key 34
Integrated Owner's Manual in the vehicle 30
Intelligent emergency call 193
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Tailgate opening 40
Tailgate via remote con‐ trol 38
Tail lamps 189
Technical changes, see Own Safety 7
Technical data 206
Technology, BMW M 150
Telephone 6
Temperature, automatic cli‐ mate control 128, 130
Temperature display for ex‐ ternal temperature 84
Temperature, engine 89
Terminal, starting aid 195
Text messages, supplemen‐ tary 82
Theft alarm system, see Alarm system 44
Thigh support 51
Through-loading system 141
Tilt alarm sensor 45
Time of arrival 90
Tire damage 171
Tire identification marks 169
Tire inflation pressure 168
Tire inflation pressure moni‐ tor, see FTM 104
Tire Pressure Monitor TPM 101
Tire repair kit, see Mobility System 173
Tires, changing 171
Tire sealant, see Mobility System 173
Tires, everything on wheels and tires 168
Tire tread 171
Tone 6
Tool 186
Total vehicle weight 207
Touchpad 21
Towing 196
Tow-starting 196
TPM Tire Pressure Moni‐ tor 101 Transmission, manual trans‐
mission 74
Transporting children safely 61
Tread, tires 171
Triple turn signal activa‐ tion 70
Trip odometer 83
Trip onboard computer 90
Trip recorder, see Trip odom‐ eter 83
Turning circle lines, rearview camera 125
Turn signals, operation 70
Turn signals, rear, bulb re‐ placement 189
U
Unintentional alarm 45
Units of measurement 92
Universal remote control 134
Unlocking/locking via door lock 39
Unlocking/locking with re‐ mote control 37
Unlocking, settings 43
Updates made after the edito‐ rial deadline 7
Upholstery care 201
USB interface, general infor‐ mation 139
USB port, see USB inter‐ face 139
V
Vanity mirror 138
Vehicle battery 190
Vehicle battery, replac‐ ing 190
Vehicle, break-in 152
Vehicle care 200
Vehicle care products 200
Vehicle features and op‐ tions 7 Vehicle identification num‐
ber 10
Vehicle jack 190
Vehicle paint 200
Vehicle position, GPS loca‐ tion 92
Vehicle storage 202
Vehicle wash 199
Ventilation 132
Ventilation, see Parked-car ventilation 132
VIN, see Vehicle identification number 10
Voice activation system 27
W Warning and indicator lamps, see Check Control 80
Warning displays, see Check Control 80
Warning messages, see Check Control 80
Warning triangle 194
Warranty 7
Washer fluid 73
Washer nozzles, wind‐ shield 73
Washer system 71
Washing, vehicle 199
Water on roads 153
Weights 207
Welcome lamps during un‐ locking 38
Welcome lights 94
Wheel cleaner 201
Wheels, changing 171
Wheels, everything on wheels and tires 168
Wheels, Flat Tire Monitor FTM 104
Wheels, Tire Pressure Moni‐ tor TPM 101
Window defroster, rear 129, 132
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