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Addendum
disregarded and the following text
read in lieu thereof:
The manufacturer of your vehicle
recommends that you have
maintenance and repair performed
by your BMW dealer’s service
center or another service center or
repair shop that employs trained
personnel that can perform
maintenance and repair work on
your vehicle in accordance with
BMW specifications. The
manufacturer of your vehicle
recommends that you maintain
records of all maintenance and
repair work performed on your
vehicle.
20.At page 276 and page 277 under
the heading: “Lamp and bulb
replacement” and at page 277
under the heading: “Changing the
lamps”, where it reads: “Do not
perform work/bulb replacement on
xenon headlamps,” that text should
be disregarded and in lieu thereof
the following text should be read:
“Xenon headlamp work or
replacement can cause serious and
fatal injuries.” In the text that
follows, where it reads: “[h]ave any
work on the xenon lighting
system . . . ,” the following words
should be read as preceding that
passage: “It is strongly suggested
that you . . . .”
21.At page 283, under the “Battery
replacement” section, the text
should be disregarded and in lieu
thereof the following text should be
read:
Use of recommended vehicle
batteries
The manufacturer of your vehicle
recommends that you use vehicle
batteries that it has tested and
recommends for use in your vehicle;
otherwise the vehicle could be
damaged and systems or functions
may not be fully available.
After a battery replacement, the
manufacturer of your vehicle
recommends that you have the
battery registered on your vehicle
by a service center to ensure that all
comfort functions are fully available,
and that any “check control”
messages of these comfort
functions are no longer displayed.

Instrument cluster1Turn signal indicator lamp2Speedometer3Indicator/warning lamps  154Active Cruise Control  1025Tachometer  716Engine oil temperature   71 or current
consumption   717Display for▷Clock  70▷External temperature   70▷Indicator/warning lamps   15▷Cruise control  109▷Active Cruise Control   1028Display for▷Automatic transmission position   67▷HDC Hill Descent Control  99▷Computer  72▷Date of next scheduled service, and re‐
maining distance to be driven   74▷Odometer and trip odometer  70▷High-beam Assistant  83▷ Check Control message
present   76▷Adaptive Drive: sport chassis and sus‐
pension tuning   1009Fuel gauge  7210Resetting the trip odometer   70
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Indicator/warning lampsThe concept
The indicator and warning lamps can light up in
a variety of combinations and colors.
Several of the lamps are checked for proper
functioning when the engine is started or the
ignition is switched on, and light up briefly.
Text messages Text messages at the upper edge of the Con‐
trol Display explain the meaning of the dis‐
played indicator and warning lamps.
Supplementary text messages
You can call up more information, e.g., on the
cause of a malfunction and on how to respond,
via Check Control, refer to page 76.
In urgent cases, this information will be shown
as soon as the corresponding lamp comes on.
Indicator lamps without text
messages
The following indicator lamps notify you that
certain functions are active:SymbolFunction or systemParking brake set, refer to
page 61Canada: parking brake set, refer to
page 61.High beams/headlamp flasher, refer
to page 83Front fog lamps, refer to page 84Lamp flashes:
DSC or DTC controls the drive and
braking forces for maintaining vehi‐
cle stability, refer to page 96Engine malfunction with adverse ef‐
fect on emissions, refer to
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▷Control options for the selected main
menu, e.g., for "Radio".▷If applicable, further operating options for
the selected menu, for instance "Store
station".
Changing settings
1.Select a field.2.Turn the controller until the desired setting
is displayed.3.Press the controller.
Activating/deactivating the functions
Several menu items are preceded by a check‐
box. It indicates whether the function is acti‐
vated or deactivated. Selecting the menu item
activates or deactivates the function.
The function is activated.
The function is deactivated.
Example: setting the clock
Setting the clock1. Press the button. The main menu is
displayed.2.Turn the controller until "Settings" is high‐
lighted, and then press the controller.3.If necessary, move the controller to the left
to display "Time/Date".4.Turn the controller until "Time/Date" is
highlighted, and then press the controller.5.Turn the controller until "Time:" is high‐
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6.Turn the controller to set the hours and
press the controller.7.Turn the controller to set the minutes and
press the controller.
Status information
Status field The following information is displayed in the
status field at the top right:
▷Time.▷Current entertainment source.▷Sound output, on/off.▷Wireless network reception strength.▷Telephone status.▷Traffic bulletin reception.
Status field symbols
The symbols are grouped into various catego‐
ries.
Radio symbols
SymbolMeaning HD Radio™ is switched on. Satellite radio is switched on.
Telephone symbols
SymbolMeaning Incoming or outgoing call. Missed call. Wireless network reception
strength Symbol flashes: searching
for network. Wireless network is not available. Bluetooth is switched on.SymbolMeaning Roaming is active. Text message, e-mail was received. Check the SIM card. SIM card is blocked. SIM card is missing. Enter the PIN.
Entertainment symbols
SymbolMeaning CD/DVD player. Music collection. Gracenote® database. AUX-IN port. USB audio interface. Music interface for smartphones.
Additional symbols
SymbolMeaning Spoken instructions are switched
off. Request of the current vehicle posi‐
tion.
Split screen
General information Additional information can be displayed on the
right side of the split screen, e.g., information
from the computer.
In the divided screen view, the so-called split
screen, this information remains visible even when you change to another menu.
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Convenient opening
Press and hold the button on the remote
control.
The windows and the glass sunroof open.
Locking
Press the button on the remote con‐
trol.
Locking from the outside
Do not lock the vehicle from the outside
if there are people in it, as the vehicle cannot
be unlocked from inside without special knowl‐
edge.◀
Switching on the interior lamps and
courtesy lamps
Press the button on the remote con‐
trol with the vehicle locked.
Panic mode
You can trigger the alarm system if you find
yourself in a dangerous situation.
Press the button on the remote control for
at least 3 seconds.
To switch off the alarm: press any button.
Unlocking tailgate
Press the button on the remote control for
approx. 1 second and release.
The tailgate will open slightly, regardless of
whether it was previously locked or unlocked.
With automatic tailgate operation: the tailgate
opens automatically.
The tailgate pivots back and up when it opens.
Ensure that adequate clearance is available
before opening.
To avoid locking yourself out of the vehicle, do
not place the remote control into the cargo
area. The tailgate is locked again as soon as it
is pushed closed.
Before and after each trip, check that the tail‐
gate has not been inadvertently unlocked.
Provide edge protection
Sharp or angular objects can hit the rear
window while driving and damage the heating
wires of the rear window. Provide edge protec‐
tion.◀
Confirmation signals from the vehicle1."Settings"2."Door locks"3."Flash when lock/unlock"
Retrieving the seat, mirror, and
steering wheel settings
The driver's seat, exterior mirror, and steering
wheel positions selected last are stored for the
currently used remote control.
When the vehicle is being unlocked, these po‐
sitions are automatically retrieved if the setting
is activated.
Pinch hazard when moving back the seat
If this function is used, first make sure
that the footwell behind the driver's seat is
empty. Failure to do so could cause injury to
persons or damage to objects behind the seat
as a result of a rearward movement of the
seat.◀
The adjustment procedure is interrupted:
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The tailgate closes automatically when the
button on the inside of the tailgate is pressed.
To stop the closing procedure:▷Press the button on the inside of the tail‐
gate.▷Press the button on the exterior of the tail‐
gate.
The closing procedure is also stopped:
▷When the engine starts.▷If the vehicle jerks while driving away.
Closing is not canceled when you put the vehi‐
cle into motion.
Automatic closing
The tailgate closes automatically without
button operation if it is weighed down by an
additional weight of approx. 11 lbs/5 kg, such
as snow or ice.◀
Manually opening or closing
In case of an electrical malfunction:
1.Push out cover 1 on the tailgate with a
screwdriver.2.Push the catch 2 in the direction of the ar‐
row.3.Open or close the tailgate slowly and with‐
out making sudden movements.
Do not use force to open or close
If the tailgate offers increased resistance,
do not forcefully open or close the tailgate;
otherwise, injury or damage may result.◀
Comfort Access
The concept
The vehicle can be accessed without activat‐
ing the remote control.
All you need to do is to have the remote con‐
trol with you, e.g., in your jacket pocket.
The vehicle automatically detects the remote
control when it is nearby or in the passenger
compartment.
Comfort Access supports the following func‐
tions:▷Unlocking/locking of the vehicle.▷Unlocking of the tailgate separately.▷Starting the engine.▷Convenient closing.
Functional requirement
▷To lock the vehicle, the remote control
must be located outside of the vehicle.▷The next unlocking and locking cycle is not
possible until after approx. 2 seconds.▷The engine can only be started if the re‐
mote control is inside the vehicle.
Comparison with ordinary remote
control
The functions can be controlled by pressing the buttons or via Comfort Access.
Should a short delay occur when opening or
closing the windows or the glass sunroof, the
system is checking whether a remote control is
located in the vehicle. Please repeat opening
or closing if necessary.
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Malfunction
The Comfort Access functions can be distur‐
bed by local radio waves, such as by a mobile
phone in the immediate vicinity of the remote
control or when a mobile phone is being
charged in the vehicle.
If this occurs, open or close the vehicle using
the buttons on the remote control or use the
integrated key in the door lock.
To start the engine afterward, insert the re‐
mote control into the ignition switch.
Warning lamps The warning lamp in the instrument
cluster lights up when you attempt to
start the engine: the engine cannot
be started.
The remote control is not in the vehicle or has
a malfunction. Take the remote control with
you inside the vehicle or have it checked. If
necessary, insert another remote control into
the ignition switch.
The warning lamp in the instrument
cluster lights up while the engine is
running: the remote control is no lon‐
ger inside the vehicle.
After switching off the engine, the engine can
only be started again within approx. 10 sec‐ onds if no door has been opened.
The indicator lamp in the instrument
cluster comes on and a message ap‐ pears on the Control Display: replace
the remote control battery.Replacing the battery
The remote control for Comfort Access con‐
tains a battery that will need to be replaced
from time to time.1.Take the integrated key out of the remote
control, refer to page 30.2.Remove the cover.3.Insert a new battery of the same type with
the positive side facing upwards.4.Press the cover closed.
Return used battery to a recycling collec‐
tion point or to your service center.
Alarm system The conceptThe vehicle alarm system responds to:
▷Opening of a door, the hood or the tailgate.▷Movements in the vehicle: interior motion
sensor, refer to page 40.▷Changes in the vehicle tilt, e.g., during at‐
tempts to steal a wheel or tow the car.▷Interruptions in battery voltage.
The alarm system briefly indicates tampering:
▷By sounding an acoustic alarm.▷By switching on the hazard warning sys‐
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▷When animals are to remain in the vehicle.
Switching off the tilt alarm sensor and
interior motion sensor
Press the remote control button again
within 10 seconds after the vehicle is locked.
The indicator lamp lights up for approx. 2 sec‐
onds and then flashes continuously.
The tilt alarm sensor and interior motion sen‐
sor remain switched off until the vehicle is
locked again.
Power windows General information Take the remote control with youTake the remote control with you when
leaving the vehicle so that children, for exam‐
ple, cannot operate the power windows and in‐
jure themselves.◀
Opening
▷ Press the switch to the resistance
point.
The window opens while the switch is held.▷ Press the switch beyond the resist‐
ance point.
The window opens automatically.
Pressing again stops the motion.
Closing
Danger of pinching
Monitor the closing process and make
sure that the closing path of the window is clear; otherwise, injuries may result.◀▷ Pull the switch to the resistance
point.
The window closes while the switch is
held.▷ Pull the switch beyond the resistance
point.
The window closes automatically.
Pressing the switch stops the motion.
Convenient operation via the remote control,
refer to page 32.
Convenient closing, refer to page 38, with
Comfort Access.
After the ignition is switched off
When the remote control is removed or the ig‐
nition is switched off, the windows can con‐
tinue to be operated for approx. 1 minute as
long as no door is opened.
Pinch protection system
If the closing force exceeds a specific value as
a window closes, the closing action is inter‐
rupted.
The window reopens slightly.
Danger of pinching even with pinch pro‐
tection
Even with the pinch protection system, check
that the window's closing path is clear; other‐
wise, the closing action may not stop in certain
situations, e.g., if thin objects are present.◀
Do not use window accessories
Do not install any accessories in the
range of movement of the windows; otherwise,
the pinch protection system will be impaired.◀
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Opening/closing the glass sunroof▷Press the switch in the de‐
sired direction to the resist‐
ance point and hold it there.
The glass sunroof moves
while the switch is being
held.▷Press the switch in the desired direction
past the resistance point.
The glass sunroof moves automatically.
Pressing the switch again stops the mo‐
tion.
The glass sunroof and sliding visor can be
opened together. Close the sliding visor man‐
ually.
Convenient operation, refer to page 33, via the
remote control or the door lock.
Convenient closing, refer to page 38, with
Comfort Access.
Opening/closing the glass sunroof
automatically
Press the switch beyond the resistance point.
The following movements are also automatic:
▷Pressing the switch with the sunroof open:
the sunroof is tilted fully.▷Pressing the switch in the Open direction
with the sunroof tilted: the sunroof is
opened fully.
Pressing the switch again stops the motion.
Comfort position
In the comfort position, the roof is not fully
open. This reduces wind noise in the passen‐
ger compartment.
Each time the glass sunroof is opened or
closed all the way, it stops in the comfort posi‐
tion. If desired, continue the motion following
this with the switch.
After the ignition is switched off
The roof can still be operated for approx. 1 mi‐
nute, as long as no door has been opened.
Pinch protection system If the closing force when closing the glass sun‐
roof exceeds a certain value, the closing move‐ ment is stopped, beginning at approximately
the middle of the opening in the roof, or from
the tilted position during closing.
The glass sunroof opens again fully.
Danger of pinching even with pinch pro‐
tection
Despite the pinch protection system, check
that the roof's closing path is clear; otherwise,
the closing action may not be interrupted in certain extreme situations, such as when thin
objects are present.◀
Closing without the pinch protection
system
For example, if there is an external danger, pro‐
ceed as follows:1.Press the switch forward beyond the re‐
sistance point and hold. The pinch protec‐
tion system is limited and the sunroof
opens slightly if the closing force exceeds
a certain value.2.Within about 4 seconds, slide the switch
forward again beyond the resistance point
and hold it there. The roof closes without
the pinch protection system.
Initialization after a power failure
After a power failure, it is only possible to raise
the roof, if necessary.
Have the system initialized by your service
center.
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