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recommends having this work
performed by a service center as it
is important that this safety feature
functions properly.”
6.At page 55, under the heading:
“Active head restraint,” the
paragraph beginning, “Only attach
accessories . . .” should be
disregarded and the following text
should be read in lieu thereof:
“BMW recommends that you attach
accessories approved by BMW to
the seat or head restraint.”
7.At page 101, in the “Triggered
rollover protection system” section,
the sentence beginning, “Have this
work performed only by your service
center . . .” should be disregarded
and the following text should be
read in lieu thereof: “BMW
recommends having this work
performed by a service center as it
is important that this safety feature
functions properly.”
8.At page 102, under the heading:
“Hints,” the sentence beginning,
“Only have the airbags checked . . .”
should be disregarded and the
following language should be read
in lieu thereof: “The manufacturer
of your vehicle strongly suggests
that you have airbags checked,
repaired or dismantled and the
system scrapped by your service
center or an authorized repair shop
for handling explosives.”
9.At page 135, under the heading:
“Special windshield,” the paragraph
beginning, “Therefore, have the
special windshield . . .” should be
disregarded and the following text
should be read in lieu thereof:
“BMW recommends that you have
the special windshield replaced by
the service center.”
10.At page 156 under the heading:
“Objects in the area around the
pedals” and at page 199 under the
heading: “Carpets and floor mats,”
the paragraph that begins: “Only
use floor mats . . .” should be
disregarded and the following
language should be read in lieu
thereof: “The manufacturer of your
vehicle recommends that you use
floor mats that have been identified
by it as appropriate for use in your
vehicle and that can be properly
fixed in place.”
11.At page 161, under the heading:
“Have maintenance carried out,” the
sentence beginning, “Have the
maintenance carried out . . .” should
be disregarded and the following
text should be read in lieu thereof:
“BMW recommends that you have
the maintenance carried out by your
service center.”
12.At page 171, under the heading:
“Mounting,” the paragraph
beginning, “Have mounting and
balancing . . .” should be
disregarded and the following text
should be read in lieu thereof:
“BMW recommends that you have
mounting and balancing performed
by your service center or a tire
mounting specialist.”
13.At page 171, under the heading:
“Approved wheels and tires,” the

The function will run immediately. This means,
for example, that the number is dialed when a
phone number is selected.
Displaying the button assignment
Use a finger to touch the buttons. Do not wear
gloves or use objects.
The key assignment is displayed at the top
edge of the screen.▷To display short information: touch the
button.▷To display detailed information: touch the
button for an extended period.
Deleting the button assignments
1.Press buttons 1 and 8 simultaneously for
approx. five seconds.2."OK"
Entering letters and numbers
General information
1.Turn the controller: select letters or num‐
bers.2.Select additional letters or numbers if
needed.3."OK": confirm the entry.
Depending on the menu, you can switch be‐
tween entering upper and lower case, letters
and numbers:
SymbolFunction Press the controller: delete the let‐
ter or number. Press the controller for an extended
period: delete all letters or numbers.
Switching between cases, letters and
numbers
Depending on the menu, you can switch be‐
tween entering upper and lower case, letters
and numbers:
SymbolFunction Enter the letters. Enter the numbers. or Move the controller up.
Without navigation system
Select the symbol.
Entry comparison Entry of names and addresses: the selection is
narrowed down every time a letter is entered
and letters may be added automatically.
The entries are continuously compared to the
data stored in the vehicle.
▷Only those letters are offered during the
entry for which data is available.▷Destination search: town/city names can
be entered using the spelling of language
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Voice activation systemVehicle equipment
All standard, country-specific and optional
equipment that is offered in the model series is
described in this chapter. Therefore, equip‐
ment is also described that is not available in a
vehicle, e. g., because of the selected optional
equipment or country variant. This also applies
for safety-related functions and systems.
The concept▷Most functions that are displayed on the
Control Display can be operated by spoken
commands via the voice activation system.
The system prompts you to make your en‐
tries.▷Functions that can only be used when the
vehicle is stationary cannot be operated
using the voice activation system.▷The system uses a special microphone on
the driver's side.▷›...‹ Verbal instructions in the Owner's
Manual to use with the voice activation
system.
Requirements
Via the Control Display, set a language that is
also supported by the voice activation system
so that the spoken commands can be identi‐
fied.
Set the language, refer to page 91.
Using voice activation
Activating the voice activation system1. Press the button on the steering
wheel.2.Wait for the signal.3.Say the command.
The command is displayed in the instru‐
ment cluster.
This symbol in the instrument cluster indi‐
cates that the voice activation system is active.
If no other commands are available, operate
the function in this case via iDrive.
Terminating the voice activation
system
Briefly press the button on the steer‐
ing wheel or ›Cancel‹.
Possible commands Most menu items on the Control Display can
be voiced as commands.
The available commands depend on which
menu is currently displayed on the Control Dis‐
play.
Short commands exist for many functions.
Some list entries, e.g., Phone book entries, can
also be selected via the voice activation sys‐
tem. Speak these list entries exactly as they
are displayed in the respective list.
Having possible commands read aloud
You can have the available commands read out
loud for you: ›Voice commands‹
For example, if the "Settings" menu is dis‐
played, the commands for the settings are
read out loud.
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Executing functions using short
commands
Functions on the main menu can be performed
directly by means of short commands, nearly
irrespective of which menu item is currently
selected, e.g., ›Vehicle status‹.
List of short commands of the voice activation
system, see Navigation, Entertainment, Com‐
munication Owner's Manual.
Help dialog for the voice activation
system
Calling up help dialog: ›Help‹
Additional commands for the help dialog:▷›Help with examples‹: information about the
current operating options and the most im‐
portant commands for them are an‐
nounced.▷›Help with voice activation‹: information
about the principle of operation for the
voice activation system is announced.
Example: playing back a CD
Via the main menu The commands of the menu items are spoken
just as they are selected via the controller.
1.Switch on the Entertainment sound output
if necessary.2. Press the button on the steering
wheel.3.›Multimedia‹
The medium last played is played back.4.›C D‹5.›C D drive‹6.›Track ...‹, e.g., CD track 4.Via short command
Playback of the CD can also be started via a
short command.1.Switch on the Entertainment sound output
if necessary.2. Press the button on the steering
wheel.3.›C D drive track ...‹, e.g., CD track 4.
Setting the voice dialog
You can set whether the system should use
the standard dialog or a shorter version.
In the shorter variant of the voice dialog, the
announcements from the system are issued in
an abbreviated form.
On the Control Display:
1."Settings"2."Language/Units"3."Speech mode:"4.Select the setting.
Adjusting the volume
Turn the volume button while giving an in‐
struction until the desired volume is set.
▷The volume remains constant even if the
volume of other audio sources is changed.▷The volume is stored for the remote con‐
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Notes on Emergency
Requests
Do not use the voice activation system to ini‐
tiate an Emergency Request. In stressful situa‐
tions, the voice and vocal pitch can change.
This can unnecessarily delay the establish‐
ment of a telephone connection.
Instead, use the SOS button, refer to
page 190, in the vicinity of the interior mirror.
Environmental conditions▷Say the commands, numbers, and letters
smoothly and with normal volume, empha‐
sis, and speed.▷Always say commands in the language of
the voice activation system.▷Keep the doors, windows, and convertible
top closed to prevent noise interference.▷Avoid making other noise in the vehicle
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▷Exterior mirror position.▷CD/Multimedia: audio source listened to
last.▷Unlocking/locking of the vehicle: settings.▷Driver's seat position: automatic retrieval
after unlocking.▷Programmable memory buttons: assign‐
ment.▷Head-up Display: selection, brightness,
position and rotation of the display.▷Headlamp courtesy delay feature: time set‐
ting.▷Tone: tone settings.▷Automatic climate control: settings.▷Steering wheel position.▷M Drive: configurations.▷Navigation: map views, route criteria, voice
output on/off.▷Night Vision with pedestrian detection.▷Intelligent Safety: individual settings.▷Park Distance Control PDC: adjusting the
signal tone volume.▷Radio: stored stations, station listened to
last, special settings.▷Rearview camera: selection of functions
and type of display.▷Side View: selection of the display type.▷Language on the Control Display.▷Lane departure warning: last setting, on/
off.▷Active Blind Spot Detection: last setting,
on/off.▷Daytime running lights: current setting.▷Triple turn signal activation.▷Locking the vehicle: after a brief period or
after starting to drive.Central locking system
The concept The central locking system becomes active
when the driver's door is closed.
The system simultaneously engages and re‐
leases the locks on the following:▷Doors.▷Compartment in the center armrest.▷Trunk lid.▷Fuel filler flap.
Operating from the outside
▷Via the remote control.▷Via the driver's door lock.▷Via the door handles.▷Via the button in the trunk lid.
The following takes place simultaneously
when locking/unlocking the vehicle via the re‐
mote control:
▷Depending on how the vehicle is equipped,
the theft protection is activated/deacti‐
vated. Theft protection prevents the doors
from being unlocked using the lock but‐
tons or the door opener.▷The welcome lamps, interior lamps and
courtesy lamps are switched on and off.▷The alarm system, refer to page 40, is
armed or disarmed.
Operating from the inside
Via the button for the central locking system.
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▷Hot engine: the pointer is at the high tem‐
perature end. A Check Control message is
also displayed.
Coolant temperature
If the coolant along with the engine becomes
too hot, a Check Control message is displayed.
Check the coolant level, refer to page 181.
Odometer and trip odometer
▷Odometer, arrow 1.▷Trip odometer, arrow 2.
Display/reset miles Press the knob.
▷When the ignition is
switched off, the time, the
external temperature and
the odometer are displayed.▷When the ignition is switched on, the trip
odometer is reset.
External temperature
External temperature warning If the indicator drops to
+37 ℉/+3 ℃ or lower, a signal
sounds.
A Check Control message is displayed.
There is the increased danger of ice.
Ice on roads
Even at temperatures above
+37 ℉/+3 ℃, there can be a risk of ice on
roads.
Therefore, drive carefully on bridges and
shaded roads, for example, to avoid the in‐
creased risk of an accident.◀
Time The time is displayed at the bot‐
tom of the instrument cluster.
Setting the time and time for‐
mat, refer to page 91.
Date The date is displayed in the
computer.
Setting the date and date for‐
mat, refer to page 91.
Digital tachometer The current speed is displayed
in the instrument cluster.
Activate display1."Settings"2."Info display"3."Digital speedometer"
Adjusting the unit
1."Settings"2."Language/Units"3."Dig. speedo:"4.Select the desired unit.
The setting is stored for the remote control
currently in use.
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Settings on the Control
Display
Time
Setting the time zone1."Settings"2."Time/Date"3."Time zone"4.Select the desired time zone.
The time zone is stored.
Setting the time
1."Settings"2."Time/Date"3."Time:"4.Turn the controller until the desired hours
are displayed.5.Press the controller.6.Turn the controller until the desired mi‐
nutes are displayed.7.Press the controller.
The time is stored.
Setting the time format
1."Settings"2."Time/Date"3."Format:"4.Select the desired format.
The time format is stored.
Date
Setting the date
1."Settings"2."Time/Date"3."Date:"4.Turn the controller until the desired day is
displayed.5.Press the controller.6.Make the necessary settings for the month
and year.
The date is stored.
Setting the date format
1."Settings"2."Time/Date"3."Format:"4.Select the desired format.
The date format is stored.
Language
Setting the language
To set the language on the Control Display:
1."Settings"2."Language/Units"3."Language:"4.Select the desired language.
The setting is stored for the remote control
currently in use.
Setting the voice dialog
Voice dialog for the voice activation system,
refer to page 23.
Units of measure
Setting the units of measure
To set the units for fuel consumption, route/
distance and temperature:
1."Settings"2."Language/Units"3.Select the desired menu item.4.Select the desired unit.
The setting is stored for the remote control
currently in use.
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IIce warning, refer to External temperature warning 83
Icy roads, refer to External temperature warning 83
Identification marks, tires 169
Identification number, refer to Important features in the en‐
gine compartment 176
iDrive 16
Ignition key, refer to Remote control 30
Ignition off 64
Ignition on 64
Indication of a flat tire 103 , 105
Indicator and warning lamps 80
Individual air distribution 137
Individual settings, refer to M Drive 59
Individual settings, refer to Personal Profile 31
Inflation pressure, tires 167
Inflation pressure warning FTM, tires 104
Info display, refer to Com‐ puter 89
Initialize, Tire Pressure Moni‐ tor TPM 103
Initializing, Flat Tire Monitor FTM 104
Instrument cluster 79
Instrument cluster, electronic displays 80
Instrument lighting 96
Integrated key 30
Integrated universal remote control 141
Intelligent Emergency Re‐ quest 190
Intelligent Safety 105
Intensity, AUTO pro‐ gram 137
Interior equipment 141 Interior lamps 96
Interior lamps via remote con‐ trol 35
Interior motion sensor 41
Interior rearview mirror, auto‐ matic dimming feature 58
Internet page 6
Interval display, service re‐ quirements 85
J Jacking points for the vehicle jack 187
Jump-starting 192
K
Key/remote control 30
Keyless Go, refer to Comfort Access 38
Key Memory, refer to Per‐ sonal Profile 31
Knee airbag 98
L
Lamp replacement, front 184
Lamp replacement, rear 186
Lamps 93
Lamps and bulbs 184
Lane departure warning 113
Lane margin, warning 113
Language on Control Dis‐ play 91
Lashing eyes, securing cargo 159
LATCH child restraint fixing system 62
Launch Control 73
Leather, care 198
LED headlamps, Bulb re‐ placement 186
LED light 186
LEDs, light-emitting di‐ odes 185 Length, vehicle 205
Letters and numbers, enter‐ ing 21
License plate lamp, bulb re‐ placement 186
Light alloy wheels, care 199
Light control 94
Light-emitting diodes, LEDs 185
Lighting 93
Lighting, speaker 97
Lighting via remote con‐ trol 35
Light switch 93
Load 158
Loading 158
Lock, door 36
Locking/unlocking from in‐ side 36
Locking/unlocking via door lock 36
Locking/unlocking with re‐ mote control 34
Locking, automatic 39
Locking, central 33
Locking, settings 39
Locking via trunk lid 37
Low beams 93
Low beams, automatic, refer to High-beam Assistant 95
Lower back support 52
Low Speed Assistant 74
Lumbar support 52
M
Maintenance 182
Maintenance require‐ ments 182
Maintenance, service require‐ ments 85
Maintenance system, BMW 182
Malfunction displays, refer to Check Control 80
Manual air distribution 137 Seite 212ReferenceEverything from A to Z212
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