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Things to remember when driving
DRIVING TIPS
Things to remember when driving
Engine, transmission, and axle
drive
Vehicle features and
options
Up to 1,200 miles/2,000 km
Do not exceed the maximum engine and road
speed:
This chapter describes all standard, country-spe‐
cific and optional features offered with the series.
It also describes features and functions that are
not necessarily available in your vehicle, e.g., due
to the selected options or country versions. This
also applies to safety-related functions and sys‐
tems. When using these functions and systems,
the applicable laws and regulations must be ob‐
served.
▷ For gasoline engine 4,500 rpm and
100 mph/160 km/h.
Avoid full throttle or kickdown under all circum‐
stances.
From 1,200 miles/2,000 km
The engine and vehicle speed can gradually be
increased.
Break-in
Tires
General information
Tire traction is not optimal due to manufacturing
circumstances when tires are brand-new; they
achieve their full traction potential after a break-in
time.
Moving parts need to begin working together
smoothly.
The following instructions will help you to ach‐
ieve a long vehicle life and good efficiency.
Drive conservatively for the first
200 miles/300 km.
During break-in, do not use the Launch Control.
Safety information
Brake system
Brake discs and brake pads only reach their full
effectiveness after approx. 300 miles/500 km.
Drive moderately during this break-in period.
Warning
Due to new parts and components, safety and
driver assistance systems can react with a de‐
lay. There is a risk of accident. After installing
new parts or with a new vehicle, drive conser‐
vatively and intervene early if necessary. Ob‐
serve the break-in procedures of the respective
parts and components.
Following part replacement
Observe the break-in procedures again, if com‐
ponents mentioned above are replaced.
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hot vehicle parts while driving, at idle or during
parking.
General driving notes
Closing the trunk lid
Safety information
Mobile communication devices
in the vehicle
Warning
Warning
An open trunk lid protrudes from the vehicle
and can endanger occupants and other road
users or damage the vehicle in the event of an
accident, braking or evasive maneuvers. In ad‐
dition, exhaust fumes may enter the vehicle in‐
terior. There is a risk of injury or risk of damage
to property. Do not drive with the trunk lid open.
Vehicle electronics and mobile phones can in‐
fluence one another. There is radiation due to
the transmission operations of mobile phones.
There is a risk of injury or risk of damage to
property. If possible, in the car's interior use
only mobile phones with direct connections to
an external antenna in order to exclude mutual
interference and deflect the radiation from the
car's interior.
Driving with the trunk lid open
If driving with the tailgate open cannot be
avoided:
Aquaplaning
▷ Close all windows and the glass sunroof.
▷ Greatly increase the blower output.
▷ Drive moderately.
On wet or slushy roads, a wedge of water can
form between the tires and road surface.
This phenomenon is referred to as aquaplaning.
It is characterized by a partial or complete loss of
contact between the tires and the road surface,
ultimately undermining your ability to steer and
brake the vehicle.
Hot exhaust gas system
Warning
Driving through water
High temperatures can occur underneath the
body, for instance caused by the exhaust gas
system, while driving. Contact with the exhaust
gas system can cause burns. There is a risk of
injury. Do not touch the hot exhaust gas sys‐
tem, including the exhaust pipe.
General information
When driving through water, follow the following:
▷ Deactivate Auto Start/Stop function.
▷ Drive through calm water only.
▷ Drive through water only if it is not deeper
than maximum 9.8 inches/25 cm.
Warning
▷ Drive through water no faster than walking
speed, up to 3 mph/5 km/h.
If combustible materials, such as leaves or
grass, come in contact with hot parts of the ex‐
haust gas system, these materials can ignite.
There is a risk of fire and an injury hazard. Do
not remove the heat shields installed and never
apply undercoating to them. Make sure that no
combustible materials can come in contact with
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the pedals. Ensure that the floor mats are se‐
curely fastened again after they were removed,
for instance for cleaning.
Safety information
NOTICE
When driving too quickly through too deep wa‐
ter, water can enter into the engine compart‐
ment, the electrical system or the transmission.
There is a risk of damage to property, among
other potential damage. When driving through
water, do not exceed the maximum indicated
water level and the maximum speed for driving
through water.
Driving in wet conditions
In case of wet roads, exposure to road salt, in
heavy rain, gently press the brake pedal every
few kilometers.
Ensure that this action does not endanger other
road users.
The heat generated during braking dries brake
discs and brake pads and protects them against
corrosion.
Braking safely
In this way braking efficiency will be available
when you need it.
General information
The vehicle is equipped with an Antilock Braking
System ABS as a standard feature.
Hills
Perform emergency braking in situations that re‐
quire such.
General information
Drive long or steep downhill gradients in the gear
that requires least braking effort. Otherwise, the
brake system may overheat and reduce braking
effect.
Steering is still responsive. You can still avoid any
obstacles with a minimum of steering effort.
Pulsation of the brake pedal and sounds from the
hydraulic circuits indicate that the Antilock Brak‐
ing System ABS is in its active mode.
You can increase the engine's braking effect by
shifting down, going all the way to first gear, if
needed.
In certain braking situations, the perforated brake
discs can emit functional noises. However, func‐
tional noises have no effect on the performance
and operational reliability of the brake.
Safety information
Warning
Objects in the area around the
pedals
Light but consistent pressure on the brake
pedal can lead to high temperatures, brakes
wearing out and possibly even brake system
failure. There is a risk of accident. Avoid placing
excessive stress on the brake system.
Warning
Objects in the driver's floor area can limit the
pedal distance or block a depressed pedal.
There is a risk of 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 clearance for
Warning
In idle state or with the engine switched off,
safety functions, for instance engine braking ef‐
fect, braking assistance and steering assis‐
tance, may not be available. There is a risk of
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accident. Do not attempt to drive in idle state or
with the engine switched off.
Overview
Brake disc corrosion
Corrosion on the brake discs and contamination
on the brake pads are increased by the following
circumstances:
▷ Low mileage.
▷ Extended periods when the vehicle is not
used at all.
The flag bracket is located on the side of the ve‐
hicle.
▷ Infrequent use of the brakes.
▷ Aggressive, acidic, or alkaline cleaning
agents.
Mounting
Corrosion buildup on the brake discs will cause a
pulsating effect on the brakes in their response -
generally this cannot be corrected.
1. Remove the protective cap.
2. Insert flag horizontally.
3. Turn the flag clockwise by 90° to lock the
flag.
Condensation water under the
parked vehicle
When using the automatic climate control, con‐
densation water develops and collects under‐
neath the vehicle.
Roof-mounted luggage
rack
General information
Roof racks are available as special accessories.
Flag bracket
Safety information
Safety information
NOTICE
Warning
At high speeds, a mounted flag can cause
damage to the vehicle, the flag bracket, and the
flag itself. There is a risk of damage to property,
among other potential damage. Do not exceed
a speed of 80 mph / 130 km/h. Remove flag
before trips at high speeds.
When driving with a roof load, for instance with
roof-mounted luggage rack, the vehicle's cen‐
ter of gravity is higher, which increases the risk
of the vehicle tipping in critical driving situa‐
tions. There may be a risk of accident or risk of
damage to property. Driving with roof load only
with activated Dynamic Stability Control.
Roof drip rail with flaps
The fixing points are located in the roof drip rail
above the doors.
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▷ Do not let objects project into the opening
path of the trunk lid.
▷ Drive cautiously and avoid sudden accelera‐
tion and braking maneuvers. Take corners
gently.
Driving on racetracks
Fold the cover outward.
Warning
The vehicle is not designed for use in M Sport
or motor sport type competition. There is a risk
of accident. Do not use the vehicle for M Sport
or motor sport type competitions.
Mounting
Follow the installation instructions of the roof
rack.
Be sure that adequate clearance is maintained
for tilting and opening the glass sunroof.
Higher mechanical and thermal loads during
racetrack operation lead to increased wear. Use
of the vehicle in M Sport or motor sport type
competition is an improper use of the vehicle and
may affect your warranty coverage. Please con‐
sult the “New Vehicle Limited Warranty” Booklet
for further information on warranty matters.
Magnetic roof-mounted luggage
racks
Because of the aluminum roof, magnetic roof-
mounted luggage racks cannot be used.
Loading
Because roof-mounted luggage racks raise the
vehicle's center of gravity when loaded, they
have a major effect on vehicle handling and
steering response.
Therefore, note the following when loading and
driving:
▷ Do not exceed the approved roof/axle
weights and the approved gross vehicle
weight.
▷ Be sure that adequate clearance is main‐
tained for tilting and opening the glass sun‐
roof.
▷ Distribute the roof load uniformly.
▷ The roof load should not extend past the
loading area.
▷ Always place the heaviest pieces on the bot‐
tom.
▷ Secure the roof luggage firmly, for instance
using ratchet straps.
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Close the windows and glass
sunroof
Driving with the glass sunroof and windows open
results in increased drag and raises fuel con‐
sumption.
Vehicle features and
options
This chapter describes all standard, country-spe‐
cific and optional features offered with the series.
It also describes features and functions that are
not necessarily available in your vehicle, e.g., due
to the selected options or country versions. This
also applies to safety-related functions and sys‐
tems. When using these functions and systems,
the applicable laws and regulations must be ob‐
served.
Tires
General information
Tires can affect consumption in various ways, for
instance tire size may influence consumption.
Check the tire pressure regularly
Check and, if needed, correct the tire inflation
pressure at least twice a month and before start‐
ing on a long trip.
Reducing fuel consumption
General information
The vehicle contains advanced technologies for
the reduction of consumption and emission val‐
ues.
Low tire inflation pressure increases rolling re‐
sistance and thus raises fuel consumption and
tire wear.
Observe the correct tire inflation pressure as well
as the ECO tire inflation pressure, where applica‐
ble.
The fuel consumption depends on various fac‐
tors, such as driving style, road conditions, main‐
tenance or environmental factors.
Additional information:
Carrying out certain measures, such as a moder‐
ate driving style and regular maintenance, can in‐
fluence fuel consumption and the environmental
impact.
Tire pressure specifications, refer to page 324.
Drive away without delay
Do not wait for the engine to warm-up while the
vehicle remains stationary. Start driving right
away, but at moderate RPM.
Remove unnecessary cargo
Additional weight increases fuel consumption.
This is the fastest way of warming the cold en‐
gine up to operating temperature.
Remove attached parts following
use
Remove roof-mounted which are no longer re‐
quired following use.
Proactive driving
Driving smoothly and proactively reduces fuel
consumption.
Attached parts on the vehicle impair the aerody‐
namics and increase the fuel consumption.
Avoid unnecessary acceleration and braking.
By maintaining a suitable distance to the vehicle
driving ahead of you.
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Avoid high RPM
Have maintenance carried out
Driving at low engine speeds lowers fuel con‐
sumption and reduces wear.
Have the vehicle maintained regularly to achieve
optimal vehicle efficiency and service life. BMW
recommends that maintenance work be per‐
formed by a BMW service center.
If necessary, observe the vehicle's gear shift indi‐
cator.
Also refer to BMW Maintenance System.
Using coasting overrun mode
When approaching a red light, take your foot off
the accelerator and let the vehicle coast to a halt.
ECO PRO
For going downhill take your foot off the acceler‐
ator and let the vehicle roll.
Principle
ECO PRO supports a driving style that saves on
consumption. For this purpose, the engine con‐
trol and comfort features, for instance the climate
control output, are adjusted.
The fuel supply is interrupted in coasting overrun
mode.
Switch off the engine during
longer stops
Steptronic transmission: under certain conditions
the engine is automatically decoupled from the
transmission in the D selector lever position. The
vehicle continues traveling with the engine idling
to reduce consumption. The D selector lever po‐
sition remains engaged.
Switching off the engine
Switch off the engine during longer stops, for in‐
stance at traffic lights, railroad crossings or in
traffic jam.
In addition, context-sensitive information, ECO
PRO tips, are displayed to assist with an efficient
driving style.
Auto Start/Stop function
The Auto Start/Stop function of the vehicle auto‐
matically switches off the engine during a stop.
The achieved extended range is displayed in the
instrument cluster as bonus range.
If the engine is switched off and then restarted
rather than leaving the engine running con‐
stantly, fuel consumption and emissions are re‐
duced. Savings can begin within a few seconds
of switching off the engine.
General information
The system includes the following
EfficientDynamics functions and
EfficientDynamics displays:
▷ ECO PRO bonus range.
▷ ECO PRO seat climate control.
▷ ECO PRO climate control.
▷ ECO PRO light and sight.
▷ ECO PRO Limit.
Switch off any functions that are
not currently needed
Functions such as seat heating and the rear win‐
dow defroster require a lot of energy and in‐
crease fuel consumption, especially in city and
stop-and-go traffic.
▷ Coasting driving condition.
▷ Driving style analysis.
Switch off these functions if they are not needed.
The ECO PRO driving mode supports the en‐
ergy conserving use of comfort features. These
functions are automatically deactivated partially
or completely.
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Activating/deactivating ECO PRO
functions
Overview
The following ECO PRO functions can be acti‐
vated/deactivated:
▷ "ECO PRO seat heating"
▷ "ECO PRO climate control"
▷ "ECO PRO light and sight"
Coasting
Efficiency can be optimized by disengaging or
switching off the engine and coasting with the
engine idling.
Button
Activating ECO PRO
ECO PRO seat climate control
The activation of ECO PRO will reduce the out‐
put of the seat heating.
Press the button. ECO PRO is displayed
in the instrument cluster.
ECO PRO climate control
Climate control is set to be efficient.
Configuring ECO PRO
INDIVIDUAL
This means, it is possible to deviate slightly from
the set temperature or to heat or cool down the
car's interior more slowly, to economize on con‐
sumption.
Via the Driving Dynamics Control
1. Activate ECO PRO.
2. "ECO PRO INDIVIDUAL"
ECO PRO light and sight
The output of exterior mirror heating and rear
window defroster is reduced.
Via iDrive
1. "CAR"
2. "Settings"
Resetting the settings
Reset ECO PRO INDIVIDUAL to the standard
settings:
3. "Driving mode"
4. "ECO PRO INDIVIDUAL"
5. Select the desired setting.
"Reset to ECO PRO STANDARD"
ECO PRO limit speed
▷ "ECO PRO speed": activate ECO PRO
speed.
Displays in the instrument
cluster
An ECO PRO tip is displayed if the speed of
the set ECO PRO limit is exceeded.
General information
When ECO PRO driving mode is activated, the
display switches to a special configuration.
▷ "Notification at:"
Set the desired speed for the ECO PRO
speed.
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▷ Depending on the equipment: the total dis‐
tance driven while coasting.
ECO PRO bonus range
A modified driving style helps you
extend your driving distance.
▷ The total time that the engine has been
switched off during automatic engine stops.
The range extension can be dis‐
played as the bonus range in the
instrument cluster.
▷ A gear shift indicator recommending the use
of a more efficient gear.
The efficiency display includes the bonus range.
Indications on the Control
Display
If the bonus range appears in gray, the current
driving style is inefficient.
The display turns blue as soon as all conditions
for efficient driving are met.
General information
Information about the current effectiveness of
the ECO PRO functions can be displayed as en‐
ergy flow.
The intervals for resetting the bonus range de‐
pend on the settings of the trip data.
Displaying energy flow information
1. "CAR"
Consumption display
Instrument cluster with enhanced features:
2. "Driving information"
3. "Energy flow"
The following functions are displayed:
▷ Auto Start/Stop function.
▷ Energy recovery.
▷ Coasting.
Engine-Off / Coasting
A pointer in the consumption display informs
about the current driving style:
Principle
▷ The current consumption in relation to the
average consumption is displayed.
Under certain conditions the engine is automati‐
cally decoupled from the transmission in the D
selector lever position. The vehicle continues
traveling with the engine idling to reduce con‐
sumption. Selector lever position D remains en‐
gaged. This driving condition is referred to as
coasting.
▷ Pointer in the area of arrow 1: display of the
energy recovered by coasting or when brak‐
ing.
▷ Pointer in the area of arrow 2: display when
accelerating.
If the acceleration is inefficient, the area between
the average consumption and the current con‐
sumption is colored red.
Under certain conditions, the engine will not be
operated at idle while coasting but switched off
automatically in vehicles with Mild-Hybrid tech‐
nology. When the engine is switched off, the let‐
tering READY is displayed in the instrument clus‐
ter. The vehicle continues to coast without
In addition, the following information is displayed,
depending on the situation:
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consuming fuel. This driving condition is referred
to as engine-off coasting.
Activating/deactivating coasting via
shift paddles
As soon as the brake or accelerator pedal is de‐
pressed, the engine is automatically coupled to
the transmission again.
1. Shift to the highest gear by pulling the right
shift paddle.
2. To activate coasting mode, actuate the right
shift paddle again.
General information
Coasting is a component of the ECO PRO driv‐
ing mode.
To deactivate, actuate the left shift paddle.
Display
Coasting is automatically activated when ECO
PRO driving mode is called via the Driving Dy‐
namics Control.
Display in the instrument cluster
The coasting distance traveled is indicated
in coasting mode.
A proactive driving style helps the driver to use
the function often and supports the efficient ef‐
fect of coasting.
Indications on the Control Display
The coasting mode is displayed under energy
flow while driving.
Functional requirements
The function is available in the speed range from
approx. 16 mph/25 km/h to 100 mph/160 km/h.
The distance traveled in coasting mode is dis‐
played in the trip data.
The function is active if the following conditions
are met:
▷ The accelerator pedal is not depressed or the
accelerator pedal is released.
▷ Brake pedal not depressed or only slightly
depressed.
▷ The selector lever is in selector lever position
D.
▷ Engine and transmission are at operating
temperature.
Color code blue: coasting mode.
▷ Active Cruise Control with Stop&Go function,
ACC, not activated.
Displaying energy flow information
1. "CAR"
Operation via shift paddles
Principle
2. "Driving information"
3. "Energy flow"
The coasting driving condition can be influenced
with the shift paddles.
System limits
The function is not available under one of the fol‐
lowing conditions.
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▷ DSC OFF or TRACTION activated.
Display on the Control Display
The display of the Driving style analysis shows
the efficiency of the Driving style.
▷ Driving in the dynamic limit range and on
steep uphill or downhill grades.
▷ Battery charge status temporarily too low or
vehicle electrical system drawing excessive
current.
The more efficient the driving style, the more
bars are displayed in color and the faster the bo‐
nus range increases.
In contrast, a reduced number of bars will be dis‐
played with an inefficient driving style.
Driving style analysis
Principle
The function helps develop an especially effi‐
cient driving style and to conserve fuel.
For this purpose, the driving style is analyzed.
The assessment is done in various categories
and is displayed on the Control Display.
This display will help you adjust your driving style
and save some fuel.
General information
The current trip is assessed.
To assist with an efficient driving style, ECO
PRO tips are displayed during driving.
The range of the vehicle can be extended by ad‐
justing your driving style.
This gain in range is displayed as a bonus range
in the instrument cluster and on the Control Dis‐
play.
Functional requirement
This function is available in ECO PRO driving
mode.
Calling up the Driving style
analysis
1. "CAR"
2. "Driving information"
3. "Driving style analysis"
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