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Transporting children safely
Child restraint system with tether strap
Convertible
For Canadian Customers Only.
The following statement is required by Trans-
port Canada.
This vehicle is not equipped with user-ready
tether anchorages. As such neither a child
restraint system, nor a booster cushion, requir-
ing the use of a tether strap can be properly
secured in the vehicle.
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Direction of travel
Head restraint
Hook for upper retaining strap
Anchor
Coupe
Use the tether anchors to secure child
restraint systems only; otherwise, the
anchors could be damaged.<
Rear window shelf
Seat backrest
Upper retaining strap of child restraint
system
If necessary, fold the head restraints upward
before use.
1. Push the head restraint upward.
2. Guide the upper retaining strap between
the head restraint holders.
3. Use the hook to clip the retaining strap to
the anchor.
For child restraint systems with tether straps
there are two additional anchors, see arrows.
4. Push the head restraint into its lowermost
position.
5. Pull the retaining strap taut.
Placement of the tether strap
Coupe
Make sure the upper retaining strap does
not run over sharp edges and is not
twisted as it passes to the top anchor. Other-
wise, the strap will not properly secure the child
restraint system in the event of an accident.<
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Driving
Before removing the remote control, push it all
the way in to release the locking mechanism.
Vehicle equipment
In this chapter, all production, country, and
optional equipment that is offered in the model
range is described. For this reason, descrip-
tions will be given of some equipment that may
not be available in a vehicle, for example due to
the special options or national-market version
selected. This also applies to safety related
functions and systems.
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The ignition is switched off if it was on.
Automatic transmission
You cannot take out the remote control unless
the selector lever is in the P position: interlock.
Start/Stop button
Ignition lock
Insert the remote control into the
ignition lock
Pressing the Start/Stop button switches radio
readiness or the ignition on or off.
Manual transmission: if you press the
Start/Stop button and depress the clutch,
the engine starts.
Automatic transmission and Sport automatic
transmission with double clutch: when you
press the Start/Stop button and depress the
brake pedal, the engine starts.<
Insert the remote control all the way into the
ignition lock.
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Radio readiness is switched on.
Individual electrical consumers can operate.
Comfort Access
Radio readiness
If the car is equipped with Comfort Access, only
insert the remote control into the ignition lock
under special circumstances, refer to page 40.
Individual electrical consumers can operate.
The time and the outside temperature are
displayed in the instrument cluster.
Radio readiness is switched off automatically:
Removing the remote control from the
ignition lock
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When the remote control is removed from
the ignition lock
Do not forcibly pull the remote control out
of the ignition lock as this may cause
damage.<
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In cars with Comfort Access, by touching
the surface above the door lock, refer to
Locking on page 40
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Ignition on
All electrical consumers can operate. The
odometer and trip odometer are displayed in
the instrument cluster.
When the engine is off, please switch
off the ignition and any unnecessary
electrical consumers in order to preserve the
battery.<
Radio readiness and ignition off
Manual transmission
All indicator and warning lamps as well as
displays in the instrument cluster go out.
Remote control in the ignition lock or, with
Comfort Access, inside the vehicle, refer to
page 40.
1. Depress the brake.
Starting the engine
2. Depress the clutch and shift into neutral.
3. Press the Start/Stop button.
Do not run the engine in enclosed areas;
otherwise, the inhalation of toxic exhaust
gases can cause loss of consciousness and
death. The exhaust gases contain carbon mon-
oxide, an odorless and colorless, but highly
toxic gas. Never leave an unattended vehicle
with the engine running; otherwise, such a
vehicle represents a potential safety hazard.
Before leaving the car with the engine running,
place the transmission in neutral or move the
selector lever to position P and forcefully apply
the parking brake to prevent the car from
moving.<
The starter operates automatically for a certain
time, and stops automatically as soon as the
engine has started.
Automatic transmission
Remote control in the ignition lock or, with
Comfort Access, inside the vehicle, refer to
page 40.
1. Depress the brake.
2. Move the selector lever to position P.
3. Press the Start/Stop button.
Do not wait for the engine to warm up while the
vehicle remains stationary. Start driving right
away, but at moderate engine speeds.
The starter operates automatically for a certain
time, and stops automatically as soon as the
engine has started.
Avoid frequent starting in quick succes-
sion as well as repeated start attempts in
which the engine does not start. Otherwise, the
fuel is not burned or incompletely burned and
there is a danger of overheating and damaging
the catalytic converter.<
Sport automatic transmission with
double clutch
Remote control in the ignition lock or, with
Comfort Access, inside the vehicle, refer to
page 40.
1. Depress the brake.
2. Press the Start/Stop button.
The engine starts independent of the current
transmission position.
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Switching off the engine
Parking brake
When leaving the vehicle, always take
along the remote control; this precaution
prevents children from starting the engine, for
example.<
The parking brake is primarily intended to pre-
vent the vehicle from rolling while parked; it
brakes the rear wheels.
Also follow the instructions on page 63, under
Switching off the engine.
When parking, apply the parking brake
forcefully; otherwise, the vehicle could
begin to roll. On steep uphill and downhill
inclines, also secure the vehicle by turning the
wheels toward the curb, for example.<
Indicator lamp
The indicator lamp is lit, and when you
drive off a signal sounds in addition.
The parking brake is still applied.
Manual transmission
Indicator lamp for Canadian models.
1. With the car at a standstill, press the
Start/Stop button.
2. Shift into first gear or reverse.
Applying
3. Forcefully apply the parking brake.
The lever locks in position automatically.
4. Removing the remote control from the
ignition lock, refer to page 61.
Releasing
Automatic transmission
1. With the car at a standstill, move the selec-
tor lever to position P.
2. Press the Start/Stop button.
3. Forcefully apply the parking brake.
4. Removing the remote control from the
ignition lock, refer to page 61.
Sport automatic transmission with
double clutch
Pull slightly upwards, press the button and
lower the lever.
1. With the car at a standstill, press the
Start/Stop button.
In exceptional cases, if the parking brake
has to be used to slow or stop the car, do
not pull the lever up too hard. In doing so, con-
tinuously press the button of the parking brake
lever.
Otherwise, excessive force on the parking
brake can lock up the rear wheels and cause the
rear of the car to swerve.<
If the transmission is shifted into N when
the engine is switched off, you will be
notified visually and acoustically of this
fact.
2. Forcefully apply the parking brake.
3. Remove remote control from the ignition
lock, refer to page 61. The transmission is
automatically shifted into transmission
position P.
To prevent corrosion and one-sided brak-
ing action, occasionally apply the parking
brake lightly when the vehicle is slowly coming
to a stop if the traffic conditions are suitable.
The brake lamps do not light up when the park-
ing brake is applied.<
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Displays in the instrument cluster
Manual transmission
The selector lever position is displayed and, in
manual mode, the engaged gear, e.g. M4.
When shifting into 5th or 6th gear, press
the gearshift lever to the right. Otherwise,
the engine could be damaged if you inadvert-
ently shift into 3rd or 4th gear.<
Changing selector lever positions
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With the ignition switched on or the engine
running, the selector lever can be moved
out of position P.
Reverse gear
Select this only when the vehicle is stationary.
When the gearshift lever is pressed to the left, a
slight resistance has to be overcome.
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Before moving the lever away from P or N
with the vehicle stationary, first depress the
brake; otherwise, the selector lever will
refuse to move: shiftlock.
To prevent the vehicle from creeping
after you select a driving position,
depress the brake until you are ready to
start.<
Automatic transmission with
Steptronic
In addition to fully automatic operation, you can
also manually shift with the Steptronic, refer to
page 65.
Vehicle parking
To prevent the vehicle from rolling,
always select position P and apply the
parking brake before leaving the vehicle with
the engine running.<
Disengaging the remote control
A lock prevents inadvertent shifting into the
selector lever positions R and P. To release the
lock, press the button on the front of the selec-
tor lever, see arrow.
In order to remove the remote control from the
ignition lock, you must first move the selector
lever to position P and switch off the engine:
interlock. Removing the remote control from
the ignition lock, refer to page 61.
P Park
Select this only when the vehicle is stationary.
The transmission locks to prevent the drive
wheels from turning.
Selector lever positions
P R N D M/S + –
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R Reverse
Shifting gears via the selector lever
Select this only when the vehicle is stationary.
Move selector lever from position D toward the
left into the M/S shifting slot:
When you press the selector lever forwards or
backwards, the manual mode is activated and
Steptronic changes gear.
N Neutral
You can select this in a car wash, for example.
The vehicle can roll.
The engaged gear, e.g. M1 is displayed in the
instrument cluster.
D Drive, automatic position
Position for normal vehicle operation. All for-
ward gears are selected automatically.
Upshifts and downshifts are executed only
when they will result in a plausible combination
of engine and vehicle speed; thus, for example,
a downshift that would cause the engine to
overrev will not be executed by the system.
Under normal operating conditions, fuel con-
sumption is lowest when you are driving in
position D.
The gear selected is briefly displayed in the
instrument cluster, followed again by the gear
actually in use.
Kickdown
Kickdown enables you to achieve maximum
performance.
Changing gears using shifting paddles
on steering wheel
Press the accelerator pedal beyond the full-
throttle resistance point.
The shift paddles allow you to shift gears
quickly since both hands can remain on the
steering wheel.
Sport program and manual mode M/S
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When you use the shift paddles on the
steering wheel to shift gears in automatic
mode, the transmission switches to manual
mode.
If you do not accelerate or shift gears using
the shift paddles for a certain amount of
time, the transmission switches back to
automatic mode.
If the selector lever is in the M/S gear
plane, manual mode remains active.<
Move selector lever from position D toward the
left into the M/S shifting slot; the Sport program
is activated. This position is recommended for a
performance-oriented driving style.
DS is displayed in the instrument cluster.
To deactivate the sport program or manual
mode M/S, move the selector lever to the right
into position D.
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To upshift, briefly pull the right shift
paddle +.
7-gear Sport automatic
transmission with double
clutch
To downshift, briefly pull the left shift
paddle –.
Upshifts and downshifts are executed only
when they will result in a plausible combination
of engine and vehicle speed; thus, for example,
a downshift that would cause the engine to
overrev will not be executed by the system.
The concept
The 7-gear Sport automatic transmission with
double clutch is an automated manual trans-
mission with two clutches and secondary gear
sets in which the clutching and shifting is
handled by an electrohydraulic system.
With the 7-gear Sport automatic transmission
with double clutch, the gears are shifted without
an interruption in driving power.
The gear selected is briefly displayed in the
instrument cluster, followed again by the gear
actually in use.
Overriding selector lever lock
You operate the 7-gear Sport automatic trans-
mission with double clutch using the selector
lever and two shift paddles on the steering
wheel.
If the selector lever will not move out of
position P even though the ignition is switched
on, the brake is depressed, and the button on
the selector lever is pressed, the selector lever
lock can be overridden:
It offers you the following functions:
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Either manual or automatic mode: sequen-
tial mode or drive mode
1. Unclip the sleeve of the selector lever.
2. Pull the sleeve up over the selector lever
until the sleeve is inside out.
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Automatic downshifting and protection
against incorrect gear selection, even in
sequential mode
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Acceleration assistant, Launch Control,
refer to page 70
Automatic intermediate throttle application
System limitations
The 7-gear Sport automatic transmission with
double clutch has an overheating protection
that protects the clutch from extreme loads.
3. Using the screwdriver from the onboard
vehicle tool kit, refer to page 243, press the
red lever, see arrow, while moving the
selector lever to the desired position.
The indicator lamp lights up in yellow if
the transmission becomes too warm.
Avoid high engine loads and frequent
accelerations from zero. If the transmission is
overheated, the indicator lamp lights up in red
and the power flow to the motor is interrupted. It
is only possible to continue driving once the
transmission has cooled down.
Avoid frequent powerful accelerations from
zero and do not hold the vehicle on inclines by
pressing lightly on the accelerator while letting
the clutch slip, as this may cause the transmis-
sion to overheat.
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Selector lever positions
Shifting into P
P R N D M/S + –
Press the button P.
The selector lever position and the engaged
gear are displayed, e.g. M4.
P Park
Select this only when the vehicle is stationary.
The rear wheels are locked.
Engaging selector lever positions
The transmission is shifted into P if, with
the engine running, you open the driver's
door, do not have your safety belt fastened, and
subsequently actuate neither the brake pedal
nor the accelerator. Before leaving the vehicle,
make sure that the automatic transmission
selector lever is in the park position. Otherwise,
the vehicle may begin to move.<
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The selector lever can be moved out of
position P only with the engine running:
interlock.
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Before moving the lever away from P or N
with the vehicle stationary, first depress the
brake; otherwise, the desired shift will not
be executed: shiftlock.
The transmission is shifted into P as soon
as you switch off the engine, unless the
Shifting into N, D, R
transmission is in N and the remote control is in
the ignition lock, refer to page 61. As soon as
you remove the remote control from the ignition
lock, then the transmission is shifted into P.<
R Reverse
Select this only when the vehicle is stationary.
N Neutral
Briefly push the selector lever in the desired
direction, overcoming a resistance point if
necessary. When shifting out of P or into R,
simultaneously press the button 1.
You can select this in a car wash, for example.
The vehicle can roll.
After the engine is switched off, the trans-
mission remains in N if you leave the
remote control in the ignition lock. You can use
this function at a car wash, for example, refer to
page 240.<
The engaged selector lever position is also
displayed on the selector lever.
When you release the selector lever, it returns
to its center position.
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Shortly before the speed falls below a gear-
dependent minimum speed, the transmis-
sion automatically downshifts without your
intervention.
D Drive mode
In Drive mode, all forward gears are shifted
automatically.
Quick downshifting: even in sequential mode,
you can skip over several gears in order to
achieve an optimum acceleration. To do so,
depress the accelerator past the resistance
point.
Kickdown
For sudden acceleration maneuvers such as
passing, depress the accelerator past the resis-
tance point. This provides maximum accelera-
tion.
To return to automatic mode, push the selector
lever to the right.
Sport program and manual operation
M/S
Gear shifting
Upshift or downshift using the selector lever or
the shift paddles. You do not need to lift your
foot off the accelerator when doing so.
Using the selector lever
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To upshift, pull the selector lever toward the
rear.
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To downshift, push it toward the front.
Push selector lever toward the left from the
selector lever position D, the Sport program is
activated. This position is recommended for a
performance-oriented driving style.
The engaged gear, e.g. S1, is displayed in the
instrument cluster.
Using the shift paddles on the steering
wheel
You can also shift manually using two shift pad-
dles on the steering wheel. The shift paddles
allow you to shift gears quickly since both
hands can remain on the steering wheel.
When you press the selector lever forwards or
backwards, the manual mode is activated and
Steptronic changes gear.
The engaged gear, e.g. M1 is displayed in the
instrument cluster.
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When you use the shift paddles on the
steering wheel to shift gears in automatic
mode, the transmission switches to manual
mode.
In the following situations, the 7-gear Sport
automatic transmission with double clutch
does the thinking for you:
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If you do not accelerate or shift gears using
the shift paddles for a certain amount of
time, the transmission switches back to
automatic mode if the selector lever is in
position D.
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Upshifts and downshifts are executed only
when they will result in a plausible combina-
tion of engine and vehicle speed; thus, for
example, a downshift that could cause the
engine to overrev will not be executed by
the system.
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At a stop, the transmission is automatically
shifted down to the first gear.
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Manually unlocking parking lock
In the event of a power supply interrup-
tion such as a discharged or discon-
nected battery or an electrical malfunction, the
parking lock must be manually unlocked; other-
wise, the rear wheels are immobilized and the
vehicle cannot be towed.<
Only unlock the parking lock manually for
towing and make sure to set the parking brake
forcefully beforehand so that the vehicle cannot
roll. Lock the parking lock again after the vehicle
is parked.
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To upshift, briefly pull the right shift
paddle +.
To downshift, briefly pull the left shift
paddle –.
Releasing
1. Unclip the sleeve of the selector lever.
Driving dynamics control
2. Pull the sleeve up over the selector lever
until the sleeve is inside out.
The driving dynamics control permits you, at
the push of a button, to have your BMW react in
an even more sporty fashion when driving:
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Optimal use is made of the engine's speed
range.
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Gear changes occur more quickly.
The engine reacts more spontaneously to
accelerator pedal movements.
Activating the system
3. Using the allen wrench from the tool kit,
refer to page 243, rotate the cover until it
reaches the stop, arrow 1, and remove,
arrow 2.
Press the SPORT button.
The LED in the button lights up.
Deactivating the system
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Press the SPORT button again
Switch off the engine
4. Insert allen wrench into the opening,
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arrow 1.
The LED in the button goes out.
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Launch Control
Launch Control enables an optimum accelera-
tion when starting off on a road surface with
good traction.
Do not use Launch Control too often; oth-
erwise, the powerful stresses on the vehi-
cle will lead to premature component wear.<
Launch Control is ready for use when the
engine is at operating temperature, i.e. after
uninterrupted travel of at least 6.2 miles/10 km.
5. Rotate allen wrench until it reaches the
stop, arrow 2. The parking lock is unlocked.
1. With the engine running, step on the brake
with your left foot.
Do not turn allen wrench in the oppo-
site direction; otherwise, you may
damage the mechanism.<
2. Activate Dynamic Traction Control (DTC),
refer to page 90.
6. Remove allen wrench from the opening.
3. Activate Driving dynamics control, refer to
page 69.
After parking the vehicle, lock the parking
lock again. Otherwise, there is a danger
that the vehicle will roll.<
4. With the vehicle stationary, activate the
st
manual mode and select 1 gear.
5. With your right foot, push the accelerator
pedal past the resistance point. The engine
speed for pulling away is adjusted. A flag
symbol appears in the instrument cluster.
Locking
1. Press the button, see arrow.
The parking lock is locked again.
6. When you release the brake pedal, the vehi-
cle accelerates. Keep the accelerator pedal
floored.
7. The upshifting occurs automatically as long
as you keep the accelerator pedal pressed
past the resistance point.
Launch Control will be ready for use again after
you drive a certain distance.
Launch Control is not available for use during
the break-in phase, refer to page 124.
2. Replace cover again.
3. Clip the selector lever sleeve back into
place.
To maintain driving stability, keep DSC
activated whenever possible.<
4. Forcefully apply the parking brake.
Jump starting and towing, starting on
page 251.
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3. "Triple turn signal"
Turn signals/
headlamp flasher
The setting is stored for the remote control
currently in use.
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High beams
Headlamp flasher
Turn signal
Wiper system
Do not switch on the wipers if they immo-
bilized by ice; otherwise, damage to the
wiper blades and wiper motor may occur.<
Using turn signals
Press the lever beyond the resistance point.
To turn off manually, press the lever to the
resistance point.
Do not use the wipers when the window
glass is dry; otherwise, the wiper blades
may experience accelerated wear or damage.<
Unusually rapid flashing of the indicator
lamp and the turn signals indicates that
one of the turn signal bulbs has failed.<
Signaling a turn briefly
Press the lever as far as the resistance point for
as long as you wish to signal a turn.
Triple turn signal activation
Press the lever as far as the resistance point.
The turn signals flash three times.
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Switching on wipers
You can activate or deactivate this function.
1. "Settings"
Switching off wipers or brief wipe
Activating/deactivating intermittent wipe or
rain sensor
2. "Lighting"
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5
Cleaning windshield and headlamps
Setting speed for intermittent wipe or
sensitivity of the rain sensor
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Switching on wipers
Deactivating intermittent wipe or rain
sensor
Press the lever upward, arrow 1.
Press the button again, arrow 3.
The LED goes out.
The lever automatically returns to its initial
position when released.
Deactivate the rain sensor before enter-
ing an automatic car wash. Failure to do
so could result in damage caused by undesired
wiper activation.<
Normal wiper speed
Press once.
The system switches to operation in the inter-
mittent mode when the vehicle is stationary.
Cleaning windshield and headlamps
Pull the lever, arrow 4.
Fast wiper speed
Washer fluid is sprayed onto the windshield and
the wipers are operated for a short time.
Press twice or press beyond the resistance
point.
The system switches to normal speed when the
vehicle is stationary.
When the vehicle lighting system is switched
on, the headlamps are cleaned at regular and
appropriate intervals.
Intermittent wipe or rain sensor
Do not use the washers if there is any
danger that the fluid will freeze on the
windshield. If you do, your vision could be
obscured. Antifreeze should therefore be
added to the fluid, refer to Washer fluid.
Do not use the washers when the washer fluid
reservoir is empty; otherwise, you will damage
the washer pump.<
If the car is not equipped with a rain sensor, the
intermittent-wipe time is a preset.
If the car is equipped with a rain sensor, the time
between wipes is controlled automatically and
depends on the intensity of the rainfall. The rain
sensor is mounted on the windshield, directly in
front of the interior rearview mirror.
Windshield washer nozzles
Activating intermittent wipe or rain
sensor
Both windshield washer nozzles are automati-
cally heated with the engine running or the
ignition switched on.
Washer fluid
Washer fluid antifreeze is flammable.
Therefore, keep it away from ignition
sources and only store it in the closed original
container that is kept out of reach of children;
otherwise, there is a risk of personal injury.
Comply with the instructions on the
container.<
Press the button, arrow 3. The LED in the
button lights up.
Setting speed for intermittent wipe or
sensitivity of the rain sensor
Turn the thumb wheel 5.
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United States: the washer fluid mixture ratio is
regulated by the U.S. EPA and many individual
states; do not exceed the allowable washer fluid
dilution ratio limits that apply. Follow the usage
instructions on the washer fluid container. Use
BMW's Windshield Washer Concentrate or the
equivalent.
Cruise control
The concept
You can use the cruise control feature begin-
ning at approx. 20 mph/30 km/h. The car then
stores and maintains the speed that you specify
using the lever on the steering column.
Do not use cruise control when driving at
constant speed is prevented by adverse
conditions, e.g. winding roads, dense traffic or
poor road conditions due to, e.g. snow, rain, ice
or loose surfaces. Otherwise, you could lose
control of the vehicle and cause an accident as a
result.<
Washer fluid filler neck
Only add washer fluid after allowing the
engine to cool and close the cover com-
pletely in order to prevent the washer fluid from
contacting hot engine parts. Otherwise, fluid
spills or leaks constitute a fire hazard and a risk
to personal safety.<
One lever for all functions
All washer nozzles are supplied with washer
fluid by the same reservoir.
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2
Storing and maintaining speed or
accelerating
The recommended minimum filling quantity is
0.2 US gal/1 liter.
Storing and maintaining speed or
decelerating
Fill with a mixture of window cleaner concen-
trate, tap water and, if required, with a washer
antifreeze, according to manufacturer's recom-
mendations.
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4
Deactivating cruise control
Resuming a previously stored speed
Do not fill with undiluted window cleaner
concentrate or with pure water since these can
result in damage to the wiper system.
Maintaining current speed
Briefly press the lever, arrow 1, or pull it briefly,
arrow 2.
The car's current speed is stored and main-
tained. It is briefly displayed in the instrument
cluster.
Do not mix window cleaner concentrates from
different manufacturers since this may clog the
washer nozzles.
If the engine braking power is insufficient on a
downhill slope, the set speed may be exceeded.
On uphill grades vehicle speed may drop if the
engine output is insufficient.
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