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Safety
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Safety
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.
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
Airbags
1
2
3
Front airbag, driver
Front airbag, front passenger
Head airbag
4
5
Side airbag
Knee airbag
Front airbags
Side airbag
Front airbags help protect the driver and the
front passenger by responding to frontal impacts
in which safety belts alone would not provide ad‐
equate protection.
In the event of a side impact, the side airbag pro‐
tects the side of the body in the chest and lap
area.
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▷ Make sure that occupants keep their heads
away from the side airbag.
Head airbag
In the event of a side impact, the head airbag
protects the head.
▷ There should be no additional persons, ani‐
mals or objects between an airbag and a per‐
son.
Ejection Mitigation
▷ Dashboard and windshield on the front pas‐
senger side must stay clear - do not attach
adhesive labels or coverings and do not at‐
tach brackets or cables, for instance for GPS
devices or mobile phones.
The head airbag system is designed as an ejec‐
tion mitigation countermeasure to reduce the
likelihood of ejections of vehicle occupants
through side windows during rollovers or side im‐
pact events.
▷ Do not apply adhesive materials to the airbag
cover panels, do not cover them or modify
them in any way.
Knee airbag
The knee airbag protects the legs in the event of
a frontal impact.
▷ Do not use the cover of the front airbag on
the front passenger side as a storage area.
▷ Do not attach slip covers, seat cushions or
other objects to the front passenger seat that
are not specifically suited for seats with
integrated side airbags.
Protective effect
General information
Airbags are not triggered in every impact situa‐
tion, e.g., in less severe accidents.
▷ Do not hang pieces of clothing, such as jack‐
ets, over the backrests.
Information on optimum effect of the
airbags
▷ Never modify either the individual compo‐
nents or the wiring in the airbag system. This
also applies to steering wheel covers, the
dashboard, and the seats.
Warning
▷ Do not remove the airbag system.
If the seat position is incorrect or the deploy‐
ment area of the airbags is impaired, the airbag
system cannot provide protection as intended
and may cause additional injuries due to trig‐
gering. There is a risk of injuries or danger to
life. Follow the information on achieving the op‐
timum protective effect of the airbag system.
Even when you follow all instructions very
closely, injury from contact with the airbags can‐
not be fully ruled out in certain situations.
The ignition and inflation noise may lead to
short-term and, in most cases, temporary hear‐
ing impairment in sensitive occupants.
Vehicle modifications for a person with disabili‐
ties may affect the air bag system; contact BMW
Customer Relations for further information.
▷ Keep a distance from the airbags.
▷ Always grasp the steering wheel on the
steering wheel rim. Hold your hands at the
3 o'clock and 9 o'clock positions, to keep the
risk of injury to your hands or arms as low as
possible when the airbag is triggered.
Warnings and information on the airbags are also
found on the sun visors.
▷ Make sure that the front passenger is sitting
correctly, i.e., keeps his or her feet and legs in
the floor area and does not support them on
the dashboard.
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To maintain the accuracy of this function over
the long term, calibrate the front seats as soon as
a respective message appears on the Control
Display.
Functional readiness of the
airbag system
Safety information
Calibrating the front seats
Warning
Individual components can be hot after trigger‐
ing of the airbag system. There is a risk of in‐
jury. Do not touch individual components.
Warning
There is a risk of jamming when moving the
seats. There is a risk of injury or risk of damage
to property. Make sure that the area of move‐
ment of the seat is clear prior to any adjust‐
ment.
Warning
Improperly executed work can lead to failure,
malfunction or unintentional triggering of the
airbag system. In the case of a malfunction, the
airbag system might not trigger as intended de‐
spite the accident severity. There is a risk of in‐
juries or danger to life. Have the airbag system
checked, repaired, dismantled and scrapped by
a dealer’s service center or another qualified
service center or repair shop.
A corresponding message appears on the Con‐
trol Display.
1. Press the switch and move the respective
seat all the way forward, until it stops.
2. Press the switch forward again. The seat still
moves forward slightly.
3. Readjust the seat to the desired position.
The calibration procedure is completed when the
message on the Control Display disappears.
Display in the instrument cluster
If the message continues to be displayed, repeat
the calibration.
When drive-ready state is switched on,
the warning light in the instrument clus‐
ter lights up briefly and thereby indicates
the function readiness of the entire airbag sys‐
tem and the belt tensioners.
If the message does not disappear after a repeat
calibration, have the system checked as soon as
possible.
Malfunction
Automatic deactivation of
the front-seat passenger
airbags
▷ Warning light does not come on
when drive-ready state is switched
on.
▷ The warning light lights up continuously.
Have the system checked.
Concept
The system reads if the front passenger seat is
occupied by measuring the human body's resist‐
ance.
Strength of the driver's and
front-seat passenger airbag
The explosive power that activates driver's/front-
seat passenger airbags very much depends on
the positions of the driver's/front passenger seat.
Front, knee, and side airbag on the front pas‐
senger's side are activated or deactivated.
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General information
Indicator light for the front-seat
passenger airbags
The indicator light for the front-seat passenger
airbag in the roofliner indicates the operating
state of the front-seat passenger airbag.
Before transporting a child on the front passen‐
ger seat, refer to the safety information and in‐
structions for children on the front passenger
seat, see Children.
The light indicates whether the airbags are either
activated or deactivated.
Safety information
After drive-ready state is switched on, the light
briefly lights up and then indicates whether the
airbags are either activated or deactivated.
Warning
To ensure the front-seat passenger airbag
function, the system must be able to detect
whether a person is sitting in the front passen‐
ger seat. The entire seat cushion area must be
used for this purpose. There is a risk of injuries
or danger to life. Make sure that the front pas‐
senger keeps his or her feet in the floor area.
▷ The indicator light lights up
when a child is properly
seated in a child restraint sys‐
tem or when the seat is
empty. The airbags on the
front passenger side are not
activated.
▷ The indicator light does not light up when, for
instance a correctly seated person of suffi‐
cient size is detected on the seat. The air‐
bags on the front passenger side are acti‐
vated.
Malfunction of the automatic
deactivation system
When transporting older children and adults, the
front-seat passenger airbags may be deactivated
in certain sitting positions. In this case, the indi‐
cator light for the front-seat passenger airbags
lights up.
Detected child restraint systems
The system generally detects children seated in
a child restraint system, particularly in child re‐
straint systems required by NHTSA at the point
in time when the vehicle was manufactured. Af‐
ter installing a child restraint system, make sure
that the indicator light for the front-seat passen‐
ger airbags lights up. This indicates that the child
restraint system has been detected and the
front-seat passenger airbags are not activated.
In this case, change the sitting position so that
the front-seat passenger airbags are activated
and the indicator light goes out.
If it is not possible to activate the airbags, have
the person sit in the rear.
To enable correct recognition of the occupied
seat cushion.
▷ Do not attach covers, cushions, ball mats or
other items to the front passenger seat un‐
less they are specifically determined to be
safe for use on the front passenger seat.
Intelligent Safety
▷ Do not place any electronic devices on the
front passenger seat if a child restraint sys‐
tem is to be installed on it.
Concept
Intelligent Safety enables central operation of the
driver assistance systems.
▷ Do not place objects under the seat that
could press against the seat from below.
▷ No moisture in or on the seat.
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General information
Depending on how the vehicle is equipped, Intel‐
ligent Safety consists of one or more systems
that can help prevent an imminent collision.
Warning
Due to system limits, individual functions can
malfunction during tow-starting/towing with the
Intelligent Safety systems activated. There is a
risk of accident. Switch all Intelligent Safety
systems off prior to tow-starting/towing.
▷ Front collision mitigation, refer to page 179.
▷ Evasion assistance, refer to page 183.
▷ Intersection collision warning, refer to
page 185.
Overview
▷ Person warning with City braking function, re‐
fer to page 189.
Button in the vehicle
▷ Night Vision with pedestrian and animal de‐
tection, refer to page 192.
▷ Lane departure warning, refer to page 196.
▷ Blind spot collision warning, refer to
page 199.
▷ Side collision mitigation, refer to page 203.
Safety information
Warning
Intelligent Safety
The system cannot serve as a substitute for the
driver’s personal judgment in assessing visibility
and traffic situation. There is a risk of accident.
Adjust driving style to traffic conditions. Watch
traffic closely and actively intervene where ap‐
propriate.
Switching on/off
Some Intelligent Safety systems are automati‐
cally active after every departure. Some Intelli‐
gent Safety systems activate according to the
last setting.
Button Status
Warning
Button lights up green: all Intelligent
Safety systems are switched on.
Indicators and warnings cannot serve as a sub‐
stitute for the driver’s personal judgment. Due
to its limits, the system may not issue warnings
or reactions, or these may be issued late or in a
manner that is not consistent with their normal
use. There is a risk of accident. Adjust driving
style to traffic conditions. Watch traffic closely
and actively intervene where appropriate.
Button lights up orange: some Intelli‐
gent Safety systems are switched off
or currently unavailable.
Button does not light up: all Intelligent
Safety systems are switched off.
Press the button:
The menu for the Intelligent Safety sys‐
tem is displayed.
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If all Intelligent Safety systems were switched off,
all systems are now switched on.
above approx. 3 mph/5 km/h. The timing of warn‐
ings may vary with the current driving situation.
"Configure INDIVIDUAL": depending on the
equipment version, the Intelligent Safety sys‐
tems can be individually configured. The individ‐
ual settings are activated and stored for the
driver profile currently used. As soon as a setting
is changed on the menu, all settings of the menu
are activated.
With the vehicle approaching another vehicle in‐
tentionally, the approach control warning and
braking are delayed in order to avoid false sys‐
tem reactions.
Depending on the vehicle equipment, the Driver
Attention Camera in the instrument cluster cap‐
tures the driver’s field of vision. Additionally, the
system checks for visual impairments. Field of vi‐
sion and visibility also affect the timing of the
warnings.
Press the button repeatedly. The follow‐
ing settings are switched between:
"ALL ON": all Intelligent Safety systems are
switched on. Basic settings are activated for the
sub-functions, for instance setting for warning
time.
Safety information
Warning
"INDIVIDUAL": the Intelligent Safety systems are
switched on according to the individual settings.
The system cannot serve as a substitute for the
driver’s personal judgment in assessing visibility
and traffic situation. There is a risk of accident.
Adjust driving style to traffic conditions. Watch
traffic closely and actively intervene where ap‐
propriate.
Some Intelligent Safety systems cannot be indi‐
vidually switched off.
Press and hold this button:
All Intelligent Safety systems are
switched off.
Warning
Indicators and warnings cannot serve as a sub‐
stitute for the driver’s personal judgment. Due
to its limits, the system may not issue warnings
or reactions, or these may be issued late or in a
manner that is not consistent with their normal
use. There is a risk of accident. Adjust driving
style to traffic conditions. Watch traffic closely
and actively intervene where appropriate.
Front collision mitigation
Concept
The system may prevent some accidents. In the
event of an accident, the system may reduce im‐
pact speed.
The system sounds a warning before an immi‐
nent collision and activates brakes independ‐
ently, if needed.
Warning
Due to system limits, individual functions can
malfunction during tow-starting/towing with the
Intelligent Safety systems activated. There is a
risk of accident. Switch all Intelligent Safety
systems off prior to tow-starting/towing.
General information
Depending on the equipment version, the sys‐
tem is controlled by the following sensors:
▷ Camera in the area of the interior mirror.
▷ Radar sensor in the front bumper.
The system issues a two-phase warning of a
possible risk of collision with vehicles at speeds
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Always keep radar sensor clean and unob‐
structed.
Overview
Button in the vehicle
Switching on/off
Switching on automatically
The system is automatically active after every
driving off.
Switching on/off manually
Press the button.
The menu for the Intelligent Safety sys‐
tem is displayed.
Intelligent Safety
If all Intelligent Safety systems were switched off,
all systems are now switched on.
Camera
"Configure INDIVIDUAL": depending on the
equipment version, the Intelligent Safety sys‐
tems can be individually configured. The individ‐
ual settings are activated and stored for the
driver profile currently used. As soon as a setting
is changed on the menu, all settings of the menu
are activated.
Press the button repeatedly.
The following settings are switched be‐
tween:
The camera is installed near the interior mirror.
Keep the windshield in front of the interior mirror
clean and clear.
"ALL ON": all Intelligent Safety systems are
switched on. Basic settings are activated for the
subfunctions.
With radar sensor
"INDIVIDUAL": the Intelligent Safety systems are
switched on according to the individual settings.
Some Intelligent Safety systems cannot be indi‐
vidually switched off.
Press and hold this button.
All Intelligent Safety systems are
switched off.
The radar sensor is located in the lower area of
the front bumper.
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Prewarning
Button Status
Button lights up green: all Intelligent
This warning is provided, for instance when there
is impending danger of a collision or the distance
to the vehicle ahead is too small.
Safety systems are switched on.
Button lights up orange: some Intelli‐
gent Safety systems are switched off
or currently unavailable.
If a prewarning is provided, respond by braking
as warranted.
Acute warning with braking function
Button does not light up: all Intelligent
Safety systems are switched off.
An acute warning is displayed in case of the im‐
minent danger of a collision when the vehicle ap‐
proaches another object at a high differential
speed.
Setting the warning time
Via iDrive:
Intervene in the case of an acute warning. De‐
pending on the driving situation, the acute warn‐
ing may be accompanied by a brief activation of
the braking system.
1. "CAR"
2. "Settings"
3. "Driver Assistance"
4. "Safety and warnings"
5. "Front collision mitigation"
6. Select the desired setting:
▷ "Early"
With the warning time setting "Late" the brief ac‐
tivation of the braking system is omitted.
If an acute warning is provided, the system may
also provide assistance, such as through braking,
when there is risk of collision.
▷ "Medium"
Acute warnings may be provided even when
there has been no prior warning.
▷ "Late": only acute warnings are displayed.
The selected time is stored for the driver profile
currently used.
Braking intervention
The warning prompts the driver to intervene. If a
warning is active, the maximum braking force is
used when the brake is applied. The brake pedal
must be applied sufficiently quickly and force‐
fully.
Warning with braking function
Display
A warning symbol appears in the instrument
cluster and in the Head-up Display, where availa‐
ble, if a collision with a detected vehicle is immi‐
nent.
The system may also assist in braking if there is
a risk of collision.
When the vehicle is traveling at a low speed, the
vehicle may come to a complete stop.
Symbol Measure
City brake function: the braking intervention oc‐
curs to up to approx. 50 mph/80 km/h.
Symbol lights up red: prewarning.
Brake and increase distance.
With radar sensor: the braking intervention oc‐
curs to up to approx. 155 mph/250 km/h.
Symbol flashes red and an acoustic
signal sounds: acute warning.
At speeds above approx. 130 mph/210 km/h, the
braking intervention occurs as a brief braking
pressure. No automatic delay occurs.
Brake and make an evasive maneu‐
ver, if necessary.
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The braking intervention occurs only if vehicle
stability has not been restricted, for instance by
deactivating the DSC Dynamic Stability Control.
The following situations may not be detected, for
instance:
▷ Slow moving vehicles when you approach
them at high speed.
The driver may interrupt the braking intervention
function by stepping on the accelerator pedal or
by actively moving the steering wheel.
▷ Vehicles that suddenly swerve in front of you,
or sharply decelerating vehicles.
The system’s ability to detect objects may be
limited in some circumstances. Refer to the in‐
formation in this Owner’s Manual regarding the
limitations of the system and actively intervene
as warranted.
▷ Vehicles with an unusual rear appearance.
▷ Two-wheeled vehicles ahead of you.
Upper speed limit
If the vehicle speed exceeds approx.
155 mph/250 km/h, the system is deactivated
temporarily. When the vehicle slows down to be‐
low this speed, the system is reactivated.
System limits
Safety information
Functional limitations
The system may not be fully functional in the fol‐
lowing situations:
Warning
The system is designed to operate in certain
conditions and circumstances. Due to condi‐
tions or other factors, the system may not re‐
spond. There may be a risk of accident or risk
of damage to property. Actively intervene as
warranted. Refer to the information in this Own‐
er’s Manual regarding the scope of the sys‐
tem’s operation and limitations.
▷ In heavy fog, wet conditions, or snowfall.
▷ In tight curves.
▷ If the driving stability control systems are lim‐
ited or deactivated, for instance DSC OFF.
▷ If the field of view of the camera or the wind‐
shield is dirty or covered in the area of the in‐
terior mirror.
▷ If the camera has overheated and been tem‐
porarily switched off due to excessively high
temperatures.
Detection range
▷ Depending on the equipment: if the radar
sensors are dirty or covered.
▷ Up to 10 seconds after the start of the engine
via the Start/Stop button.
▷ During calibration of the camera immediately
after vehicle delivery.
▷ If there are constant blinding effects because
of oncoming light, for instance from the sun
low in the sky.
The system's detection potential is limited.
Only objects that are detected by the system are
taken into account.
Attaching any objects such as stickers or film in
the beam area of the radar sensors will also im‐
pact the function of the radar sensors and may
even cause them to fail.
Thus, a system reaction might not come or
might come late.
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style to traffic conditions. Watch traffic closely
and actively intervene where appropriate.
Warning sensitivity
The more sensitive the warning settings are, for
example the warning time, the more warnings are
displayed. Therefore, there may also be an ex‐
cess of premature or unjustified warnings and re‐
actions.
Overview
Radar sensors
The radar sensors are located in the bumpers.
Evasion assistance
Concept
The system supports the driver in making eva‐
sive maneuvers in certain situations, such as
when obstacles or persons suddenly appear.
General information
The system issues a warning and intervenes to
support the driver if a lateral evasive maneuver is
possible. Sensors monitor and detect the clear‐
ance around the vehicle. If the system identifies
space alongside the vehicle, it supports an eva‐
sive maneuver begun by the driver by safely pro‐
viding targeted steering support.
Front center bumper.
Front side bumper.
Rear bumper.
Safety information
Warning
The system cannot serve as a substitute for the
driver’s personal judgment in assessing visibility
and traffic situation. There is a risk of accident.
Adjust driving style to traffic conditions. Watch
traffic closely and actively intervene where ap‐
propriate.
Warning
Indicators and warnings cannot serve as a sub‐
stitute for the driver’s personal judgment. Due
to its limits, the system may not issue warnings
or reactions, or these may be issued late or in a
manner that is not consistent with their normal
use. There is a risk of accident. Adjust driving
Always keep the bumper in the area of the radar
sensors clean and unobstructed.
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Camera
Symbol Measure
Symbol lights up red: prewarning.
Brake and increase distance.
Symbol flashes red and an acoustic
signal sounds: acute warning for ob‐
stacles.
Brake and make an evasive maneu‐
ver, if necessary.
Symbol flashes red and an acoustic
signal sounds: acute warning for pe‐
destrians.
The camera is installed near the interior mirror.
Keep the windshield in front of the interior mirror
clean and clear.
Brake and make an evasive maneu‐
ver, if necessary.
Functional requirements
▷ Pedestrian warning with braking function, re‐
fer to page 189, is switched on.
Acute warning with evasion support
An acute warning is displayed when there is an
imminent danger of collision due to the vehicle
approaching another object at a high speed.
▷ Front collision mitigation, refer to page 179, is
switched on.
▷ Sensors detect sufficient clearance around
the vehicle.
Intervene in the case of an acute warning. The
system is designed to provide assistance by tak‐
ing evasive action when there is a risk of collision.
Switching on/off
The system is automatically active after every
driving off.
Acute warnings may be provided even when
there has been no prior warning.
System limits
Warning with evasion support
Display in the instrument cluster
Safety information
A warning symbol appears in the instrument
cluster and in the Head-up Display if a collision
with a detected vehicle is imminent.
Warning
The system is designed to operate in certain
conditions and circumstances. Due to condi‐
tions or other factors, the system may not re‐
spond. There may be a risk of accident or risk
of damage to property. Actively intervene as
warranted. Refer to the information in this Own‐
er’s Manual regarding the scope of the sys‐
tem’s operation and limitations.
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▷ During calibration of the camera immediately
after vehicle delivery.
Detection range
▷ If there are constant blinding effects because
of oncoming light, for instance from the sun
low in the sky.
Intersection collision
warning
The system's detection potential is limited.
Concept
Only objects that are detected by the system are
taken into account.
The system may prevent some accidents with
cross traffic at intersections and junctions. In the
event of an accident, the system may reduce im‐
pact speed.
Thus, a system reaction might not come or
might come late.
The system sounds a warning in the city speed
range before an imminent collision and activates
brakes independently, if needed.
The following situations may not be detected, for
example:
▷ Slow moving vehicles when you approach
them at high speed.
General information
The system is controlled by the following sen‐
sors:
▷ Vehicles that suddenly swerve in front of you,
or sharply decelerating vehicles.
▷ Vehicles with an unusual rear appearance.
▷ Two-wheeled vehicles ahead of you.
▷ Camera in the area of the interior mirror.
▷ Radar sensors on the side in the front
bumper.
Functional limitations
The system may not be fully functional in the fol‐
lowing situations:
▷ Radar sensor in the center in the front
bumper
At intersections and junctions, a warning is is‐
sued when a danger of collision with crossing
traffic is detected.
▷ In heavy fog, wet conditions, or snowfall.
▷ In tight curves.
▷ If the driving stability control systems are lim‐
ited or deactivated, for instance DSC OFF.
The system issues a two-phase warning of a
possible risk of collision with vehicles at speeds
above approx. 6 mph/10 km/h. The timing of
warnings may vary with the current driving situa‐
tion.
▷ If the field of view of the camera or the wind‐
shield is dirty or covered in the area of the in‐
terior mirror.
The Driver Attention Camera in the instrument
cluster captures the driver’s field of vision. Addi‐
tionally, the system checks for visual impair‐
ments. Field of vision and visibility also affect the
timing of the warnings.
▷ If the camera has overheated and been tem‐
porarily switched off due to excessively high
temperatures.
▷ Depending on the equipment: if the radar
sensors are dirty or covered.
▷ Up to 10 seconds after the start of the engine
via the Start/Stop button.
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Detection range
Overview
Vehicles that cross your direction of travel can be
detected by the system as soon as these vehi‐
cles enter into the detection range of the system.
Button in the vehicle
Safety information
Warning
The system cannot serve as a substitute for the
driver’s personal judgment in assessing visibility
and traffic situation. There is a risk of accident.
Adjust driving style to traffic conditions. Watch
traffic closely and actively intervene where ap‐
propriate.
Intelligent Safety
Camera
Warning
Indicators and warnings cannot serve as a sub‐
stitute for the driver’s personal judgment. Due
to its limits, the system may not issue warnings
or reactions, or these may be issued late or in a
manner that is not consistent with their normal
use. There is a risk of accident. Adjust driving
style to traffic conditions. Watch traffic closely
and actively intervene where appropriate.
The camera is installed near the interior mirror.
Keep the windshield in front of the interior mirror
clean and clear.
Warning
Due to system limits, individual functions can
malfunction during tow-starting/towing with the
Intelligent Safety systems activated. There is a
risk of accident. Switch all Intelligent Safety
systems off prior to tow-starting/towing.
Radar sensors
The radar sensors are located in the front
bumper.
Front side bumper.
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Press and hold this button.
All Intelligent Safety systems are
switched off.
Button Status
Button lights up green: all Intelligent
Safety systems are switched on.
Button lights up orange: some Intelli‐
gent Safety systems are switched off
or currently unavailable.
Front center bumper.
Keep the radar sensors clean and unobstructed.
Button does not light up: all Intelligent
Safety systems are switched off.
Switching on/off
Switching on automatically
Setting the warning time
The system is automatically active after every
driving off.
Via iDrive:
1. "CAR"
2. "Settings"
Switching on/off manually
3. "Driver Assistance"
4. "Safety and warnings"
5. "Front collision mitigation"
6. Select the desired setting:
▷ "Early"
Press the button.
The menu for the Intelligent Safety sys‐
tem is displayed.
If all Intelligent Safety systems were switched off,
all systems are now switched on.
"Configure INDIVIDUAL": depending on the
equipment version, the Intelligent Safety sys‐
tems can be individually configured. The individ‐
ual settings are activated and stored for the
driver profile currently used. As soon as a setting
is changed on the menu, all settings of the menu
are activated.
▷ "Medium"
▷ "Late": only acute warnings are displayed.
The selected time is stored for the driver profile
currently used.
Warning with braking function
Display
Press the button repeatedly.
The following settings are switched be‐
tween:
A warning symbol appears in the instrument
cluster and in the Head-up Display, where availa‐
ble, if a collision with a detected vehicle is immi‐
nent.
"ALL ON": all Intelligent Safety systems are
switched on. Basic settings are activated for the
subfunctions.
"INDIVIDUAL": the Intelligent Safety systems are
switched on according to the individual settings.
Some Intelligent Safety systems cannot be indi‐
vidually switched off.
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Braking intervention
The warning prompts the driver to intervene.
Sym‐
bol
Measure
The system may also assist in braking if there is
a risk of collision.
Danger of collision with vehicle
crossing from the right.
The vehicle can be decelerated to a standstill.
Danger of collision with vehicle
crossing from the left.
The braking intervention occurs only if vehicle
stability has not been restricted, for instance by
deactivating the DSC Dynamic Stability Control.
Danger of collision with vehicle for
which the direction of travel cannot
be determined.
The driver may interrupt the braking intervention
function by stepping on the accelerator pedal or
by actively moving the steering wheel.
Prewarning:
The system’s ability to detect objects may be
limited in some circumstances. Refer to the in‐
formation in this Owner’s Manual regarding the
limitations of the system and actively intervene
as warranted.
Symbol lights up red: prewarning for
vehicles that cross your direction of
travel.
Intervene yourself, for instance by
braking.
System limits
Acute warning:
Symbol flashes red and an acoustic
signal sounds: acute warning when
vehicles cross your direction of
travel.
Safety information
Warning
The system is designed to operate in certain
conditions and circumstances. Due to condi‐
tions or other factors, the system may not re‐
spond. There may be a risk of accident or risk
of damage to property. Actively intervene as
warranted. Refer to the information in this Own‐
er’s Manual regarding the scope of the sys‐
tem’s operation and limitations.
Brake and make an evasive maneu‐
ver, if necessary.
Prewarning
For example, a prewarning is displayed when a
danger of collision with a crossing vehicle is de‐
tected.
If a prewarning is provided, respond by braking
as warranted.
Upper speed limit
The system responds to crossing vehicles when
your own speed is below approx.
50 mph/80 km/h.
Acute warning with braking function
An acute warning is displayed in the event of an
immediate danger of collision with a crossing ve‐
hicle.
Intervene in the case of an acute warning. If an
acute warning is provided, the system may pro‐
vide assistance, such as through braking, when
there is risk of collision.
Acute warnings may be provided even when
there has been no prior warning.
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▷ If there are constant blinding effects because
of oncoming light, for instance from the sun
low in the sky.
Detection range
Attaching any objects such as stickers or film in
the beam area of the radar sensors will also im‐
pact the function of the radar sensors and may
even cause them to fail.
Warning sensitivity
The more sensitive the warning settings are, for
example the warning time, the more warnings are
displayed. Therefore, there may also be an ex‐
cess of premature or unjustified warnings and re‐
actions.
The system's detection potential is limited.
Thus, a system reaction might not come or
might come late.
The following situations may not be detected, for
instance:
Person warning with City
braking function
▷ Crossing vehicles when they are hidden by
buildings, for instance.
▷ Vehicles that suddenly swerve in front of you,
or sharply decelerating vehicles.
Concept
▷ Crossing bicycles.
The system may prevent some accidents involv‐
ing pedestrians and cyclists. In the event of an
accident, the system may reduce impact speed.
▷ Vehicles with an unusual side appearance.
The system sounds a warning in the city speed
range before an imminent collision and activates
brakes independently, if needed.
Functional limitations
The system may not be fully functional in the fol‐
lowing situations:
▷ In heavy fog, wet conditions, or snowfall.
▷ In tight curves.
General information
The system issues a warning of a possible risk of
collision with pedestrians and cyclists at speeds
above approx. 3 mph/5 km/h.
▷ If the driving stability control systems are lim‐
ited or deactivated, for instance DSC OFF.
▷ If the field of view of the camera or the wind‐
shield is dirty or covered in the area of the in‐
terior mirror.
The system reacts to pedestrians and cyclists
who are within the detection range of the sys‐
tem.
▷ If the camera has overheated and been tem‐
porarily switched off due to excessively high
temperatures.
Depending on the equipment version, the sys‐
tem is controlled by the following sensors:
▷ Camera in the area of the interior mirror.
▷ Radar sensor in the front bumper.
▷ If the radar sensors are dirty or covered.
▷ Up to 10 seconds after the start of the engine
via the Start/Stop button.
▷ During calibration of the camera immediately
after vehicle delivery.
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Detection range
Warning
Due to system limits, individual functions can
malfunction during tow-starting/towing with the
Intelligent Safety systems activated. There is a
risk of accident. Switch all Intelligent Safety
systems off prior to tow-starting/towing.
Overview
The detection area in front of the vehicle is div‐
ided into two areas:
Button in the vehicle
▷ Central area, arrow 1, directly in front of the
vehicle.
▷ Expanded area, arrow 2, to the right and left
of the central area.
A collision is imminent if pedestrians are located
within the central area. A warning is issued about
pedestrians who are located within the extended
area only if they are moving in the direction of the
central area.
Intelligent Safety
Safety information
Camera
Warning
The system cannot serve as a substitute for the
driver’s personal judgment in assessing visibility
and traffic situation. There is a risk of accident.
Adjust driving style to traffic conditions. Watch
traffic closely and actively intervene where ap‐
propriate.
The camera is installed near the interior mirror.
Warning
Keep the windshield in front of the interior mirror
clean and clear.
Indicators and warnings cannot serve as a sub‐
stitute for the driver’s personal judgment. Due
to its limits, the system may not issue warnings
or reactions, or these may be issued late or in a
manner that is not consistent with their normal
use. There is a risk of accident. Adjust driving
style to traffic conditions. Watch traffic closely
and actively intervene where appropriate.
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"INDIVIDUAL": the Intelligent Safety systems are
switched on according to the individual settings.
With radar sensor
Some Intelligent Safety systems cannot be indi‐
vidually switched off.
Press and hold this button.
All Intelligent Safety systems are
switched off.
Button Status
The radar sensor is located in the lower area of
the front bumper.
Button lights up green: all Intelligent
Safety systems are switched on.
Always keep radar sensor clean and unob‐
structed.
Button lights up orange: some Intelli‐
gent Safety systems are switched off
or currently unavailable.
Switching on/off
Button does not light up: all Intelligent
Safety systems are switched off.
Switching on automatically
The system is automatically active after every
driving off.
Warning with braking function
Display
If a collision with a pedestrian or a cyclist is immi‐
nent, a warning symbol appears on the instru‐
ment cluster and in the Head-up Display.
Switching on/off manually
Press the button.
The menu for the Intelligent Safety sys‐
tem is displayed.
The red symbol is displayed and a signal
sounds.
If all Intelligent Safety systems were switched off,
all systems are now switched on.
Intervene immediately by braking or make an
evasive maneuver.
"Configure INDIVIDUAL": depending on the
equipment version, the Intelligent Safety sys‐
tems can be individually configured. The individ‐
ual settings are activated and stored for the
driver profile currently used. As soon as a setting
is changed on the menu, all settings of the menu
are activated.
Braking intervention
The warning prompts the driver to intervene. If a
warning is active, the maximum braking force is
used when the brake is applied. This requires the
brake pedal to be depressed sufficiently quickly
and forcefully.
Press the button repeatedly.
The following settings are switched be‐
tween:
If there is a risk of collision, the system may also
assist with braking.
"ALL ON": all Intelligent Safety systems are
switched on. Basic settings are activated for the
subfunctions.
When the vehicle is traveling at a low speed, the
vehicle may come to a complete stop.
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The braking intervention occurs only if vehicle
stability has not been restricted, for instance by
deactivating the DSC Dynamic Stability Control.
▷ Pedestrians having a body size less than
32 in/80 cm.
Functional limitations
The system may not be fully functional or may
not be available in the following situations:
The driver may interrupt the braking intervention
function by stepping on the accelerator pedal or
by actively moving the steering wheel.
The system’s ability to detect objects may be
limited in some circumstances. Refer to the in‐
formation in this Owner’s Manual regarding the
limitations of the system and actively intervene
as warranted.
▷ In heavy fog, wet conditions, or snowfall.
▷ In tight curves.
▷ If the driving stability control systems are de‐
activated, for instance DSC OFF.
▷ If the field of view of the camera or the wind‐
shield is dirty or covered in the area of the in‐
terior mirror.
System limits
▷ If the camera has overheated and been tem‐
porarily switched off due to excessively high
temperatures.
Safety information
Warning
▷ Depending on the equipment: if the radar
sensors are dirty or covered.
The system is designed to operate in certain
conditions and circumstances. Due to condi‐
tions or other factors, the system may not re‐
spond. There may be a risk of accident or risk
of damage to property. Actively intervene as
warranted. Refer to the information in this Own‐
er’s Manual regarding the scope of the sys‐
tem’s operation and limitations.
▷ Up to 10 seconds after the start of the engine
via the Start/Stop button.
▷ During calibration of the camera immediately
after vehicle delivery.
▷ If there are constant blinding effects because
of oncoming light, for instance from the sun
low in the sky.
▷ When it is dark outside.
Upper speed limit
Attaching any objects such as stickers or film in
the beam area of the radar sensors will also im‐
pact the function of the radar sensors and may
even cause them to fail.
The system responds to pedestrians and cyclists
when the speed of the vehicle is below approx.
50 mph/80 km/h.
Detection range
The system's detection potential is limited.
Night Vision with
pedestrian and animal
detection
Thus, a warning might not be issued or be is‐
sued late.
The following situations may not be detected, for
instance:
Concept
▷ Partially covered pedestrians.
Night Vision with pedestrian and animal detec‐
tion is a night vision system.
▷ Pedestrians that are not detected as such be‐
cause of the viewing angle or contour.
An infrared camera scans the area in front of the
vehicle and issues a warning if it detects pedes‐
▷ Pedestrians outside of the detection range.
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trians and animals on the street. The system de‐
tects warm objects that are similar in shape to
human beings or animals. If necessary, the ther‐
mal image can be displayed on the Control Dis‐
play.
Pedestrian and animal detection
General information
Thermal image
Object detection and warning only functions in
darkness.
Objects whose form is similar to people with suf‐
ficient heat radiation are detected.
In addition, the system also detects animals
above a certain minimum size, for instance deer.
Display on the Control Display with thermal im‐
age activated:
The image shows the heat radiated by objects in
the field of view of the camera.
▷ People detected by the system: in light yel‐
low.
Warm objects have a light appearance and cold
objects a dark appearance.
▷ Animals detected by the system: in dark yel‐
low.
The ability to detect an object depends on the
temperature difference between the object and
the background and on the level of heat radiation
emitted by the object. Objects that are similar in
temperature to the environment or that radiate
very little heat are difficult to detect.
Range of object detection, with good ambient
conditions:
▷ Pedestrian detection: up to approx.
330 ft/100 m.
▷ Detection of large animals: up to approx.
490 ft/150 m.
For safety reasons, when driving at speeds
above approx. 3 mph/5 km/h and in low ambient
light, the image is only displayed when the low
beams are switched on.
▷ Detection of medium animals: up to approx.
230 ft/70 m.
Environmental influences can limit the availability
of object detection.
A still image is displayed at regular intervals for a
fraction of a second.
If the vehicle systems detect that the vehicle is
located in a residential area, the animal detection
is temporarily switched off.
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Safety information
Warning
The system cannot serve as a substitute for the
driver’s personal judgment in assessing visibility
and traffic situation. There is a risk of accident.
Adjust driving style to traffic conditions. Watch
traffic closely and actively intervene where ap‐
propriate.
Thermal image
Warning
Camera
Indicators and warnings cannot serve as a sub‐
stitute for the driver’s personal judgment. Due
to its limits, the system may not issue warnings
or reactions, or these may be issued late or in a
manner that is not consistent with their normal
use. There is a risk of accident. Adjust driving
style to traffic conditions. Watch traffic closely
and actively intervene where appropriate.
The camera is automatically heated when the ex‐
ternal temperatures are low.
Overview
When the vehicle lighting is switched on, the
camera objective is cleaned at regular intervals
when the windshield washer system, refer to
page 143, is activated.
Buttons in the vehicle
Switching on
Switching on automatically
When it is dark outside, the system is automati‐
cally active after every driving off.
Intelligent Safety
Switching on the thermal image
The thermal image from the Night Vision camera
can be displayed on the Control Display in addi‐
tion to the warning function. This function has no
effect on object detection.
Press the button.
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The image from the camera is displayed on the
Control Display.
Warning area in front of the vehicle
Adjusting the thermal image
Brightness and contrast can be adjusted, when
the thermal image is switched on.
Via iDrive:
1. Select brightness or contrast:
▷
▷
"Brightness".
"Contrast".
The warning area for the person warning con‐
sists of two parts:
2. Set the desired value.
▷ Central area, arrow 1, directly in front of the
vehicle.
Warning function
Display
▷ Expanded area, arrows 2, to the right and left
of the central area.
With animal warnings, no distinction is made be‐
tween the central or expanded area.
Symbol
Meaning
Person warning.
The entire area moves along with the vehicle in
the direction of the steering angle and changes
with the vehicle speed. As the vehicle speed in‐
creases, the area becomes, for instance longer
and wider.
Animal warning.
Prewarning.
Symbol lights up red.
Prewarning
Symbol flashes red and a sig‐ Acute warning.
nal sounds.
Prewarning for persons is displayed when a per‐
son is detected in the central area immediately in
front of the vehicle as well as on the left or right
side in the extended area.
The displayed symbol may vary and shows the
side of the road on which the person or animal
was detected.
Prewarning for animals is displayed when an ani‐
mal is detected in the front of the vehicle.
If a prewarning is issued, intervene by braking or
making an evasive maneuver.
Warning of people or animals in
danger
If a collision with a person or an animal detected
in this way is imminent, a warning symbol ap‐
pears on the instrument cluster and in the Head-
up Display.
Acute warning
Acute warning is displayed if a person or an ani‐
mal is detected in direct proximity in front of the
vehicle.
Although both the shape and the heat radiation
are analyzed, false warnings cannot be ruled out.
If an acute warning is issued, brake or make an
evasive maneuver immediately.
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Display in the Head-up Display
The warning is displayed simultaneously in the
Head-up Display and on the instrument cluster.
Lane departure warning
Concept
The lane departure warning alerts when the vehi‐
cle is about to run off the road or exit the lane.
System limits
Basic limits
The system may not be fully functional in the fol‐
lowing situations:
General information
This camera-based system warns starting at a
minimum speed.
▷ On steep hills, in steep depressions or in tight
curves.
The minimum speed is country-specific and is
displayed in the menu for the intelligent Safety
systems.
▷ If the camera is soiled or damaged.
▷ In heavy fog, wet conditions, or snowfall.
▷ At very high external temperatures.
Warnings are issued by means of a steering
wheel vibration. The severity of the steering
wheel vibration can be adjusted.
Limits of pedestrian and animal
detection
The system does not provide a warning if the
turn signal is set before leaving the lane.
In some situations, it may occur that pedestrians
are detected as animals or animals as pedes‐
trians.
If in the speed range up to 130 mph/210 km/h a
lane marking is crossed, the system intervenes
with a brief active steering intervention in addi‐
tion to vibrating. The system thus helps keep the
vehicle in the lane.
Small animals are not detected by the object de‐
tection function, even if they are clearly visible in
the image.
Safety information
Limited detection, for instance in the following
circumstances:
▷ People or animals who are fully or partially
covered, especially when their heads are cov‐
ered.
Warning
The system cannot serve as a substitute for the
driver’s personal judgment in assessing road
and traffic safety. There is a risk of accident.
Adjust driving style to traffic conditions. Watch
traffic closely and actively intervene where ap‐
propriate. Do not jerk the steering wheel in re‐
sponse to a warning.
▷ People who are not in an upright position, for
instance lying down.
▷ Cyclists on unconventional bicycles (e.g., re‐
cumbent bicycles).
▷ After physical damage to the system, for in‐
stance after an accident.
Warning
No display on the rear screen
Indicators and warnings cannot serve as a sub‐
stitute for the driver’s personal judgment. Due
to its limits, the system may not issue warnings
or reactions, or these may be issued late or in a
manner that is not consistent with their normal
use. There is a risk of accident. Adjust driving
The image from Night Vision cannot be dis‐
played on the rear screen.
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style to traffic conditions. Watch traffic closely
and actively intervene where appropriate.
Switching on/off manually
Press the button.
The menu for the Intelligent Safety sys‐
tem is displayed.
Functional requirements
If all Intelligent Safety systems were switched off,
all systems are now switched on.
The camera must detect the lane markings for
the lane departure warning to be active.
"Configure INDIVIDUAL": depending on the
equipment version, the Intelligent Safety sys‐
tems can be individually configured. The individ‐
ual settings are activated and stored for the
driver profile currently used. As soon as a setting
is changed on the menu, all settings of the menu
are activated.
Overview
Button in the vehicle
Press the button repeatedly.
The following settings are switched be‐
tween:
"ALL ON": all Intelligent Safety systems are
switched on. Basic settings are activated for the
subfunctions.
Intelligent Safety
"INDIVIDUAL": the Intelligent Safety systems are
switched on according to the individual settings.
Some Intelligent Safety systems cannot be indi‐
vidually switched off.
Camera
Press and hold this button.
All Intelligent Safety systems are
switched off.
Button Status
Button lights up green: all Intelligent
Safety systems are switched on.
The camera is installed near the interior mirror.
Button lights up orange: some Intelli‐
gent Safety systems are switched off
or currently unavailable.
Keep the windshield in front of the interior mirror
clean and clear.
Button does not light up: all Intelligent
Safety systems are switched off.
Switching on/off
Switching on automatically
The lane departure warning activates automati‐
cally after departure if the function was switched
on at the end of the last trip.
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Via iDrive:
Setting the warning time
Via iDrive:
1. "CAR"
2. "Settings"
1. "CAR"
3. "Driver Assistance"
4. "Safety and warnings"
5. "Lane Departure Warning"
6. "Steering intervention"
2. "Settings"
3. "Driver Assistance"
4. "Safety and warnings"
5. "Lane Departure Warning"
6. Select the desired setting:
▷ "Early"
The selected setting is stored for the driver pro‐
file currently used.
▷ "Medium"
Display in the instrument cluster
▷ "Reduced": some warnings are sup‐
pressed depending on the situation,
for instance during passing without a turn
signal or when purposely driving over lane
markings in curves.
The symbol illuminates green: at lane
marking was detected on at least one
side of the vehicle and warnings can be
issued.
▷ "Off": no warnings are issued.
Warning function
If you leave the lane
The selected setting is stored for the driver pro‐
file currently used.
Setting the intensity of the steering
wheel vibration
Via iDrive:
If you leave the lane and if a lane marking has
been detected, the steering wheel vibrates in ac‐
cordance with the steering wheel vibration set‐
ting.
1. "CAR"
If the turn signal is switched on before a lane
change, a warning is not issued.
2. "Settings"
3. "Driver Assistance"
4. "Feedback on the steering wheel"
5. "Vibration intensity"
6. Select the desired setting.
Steering intervention
If in the speed range up to 130 mph/210 km/h a
lane marking is crossed, the system intervenes
with a brief active steering intervention in addi‐
tion to vibrating. The steering intervention helps
keep the vehicle in the lane. The steering inter‐
vention can be noticed on the steering wheel
and can be manually overridden at any time. Dur‐
ing an active steering intervention, the display in
the instrument cluster will blink.
The setting is applied to all Intelligent Safety sys‐
tems and stored for the driver profile currently
used.
Switching steering intervention
on/off
The steering intervention can be switched on
and off separately for blind spot collision warning
and lane departure warning.
Warning signal
In the event of multiple active steering interven‐
tions by the system within 3 minutes without the
driver's intervention at the steering wheel, an
acoustic warning will sound. A short warning sig‐
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nal will sound at the second steering interven‐
tion. Beginning with the third steering interven‐
tion, an continuous warning will sound.
▷ In tight curves or on narrow lanes.
▷ When lane markings are covered by objects.
▷ When driving very close to the vehicle in front
of you.
In addition, a Check Control message is dis‐
played.
▷ If there are constant blinding effects because
of oncoming light, for instance from the sun
low in the sky.
The warning signal and Check-Control message
are an encouragement to pay closer attention to
the lane.
▷ If the field of view of the camera or the wind‐
shield is dirty or covered in the area of the in‐
terior mirror.
End of warning
The warning is canceled in the following situa‐
tions:
▷ If the camera has overheated and been tem‐
porarily switched off due to excessively high
temperatures.
▷ Automatically after approx. 3 seconds.
▷ When returning to your own lane.
▷ When braking hard.
▷ Up to 10 seconds after the start of the engine
via the Start/Stop button.
▷ During calibration of the camera immediately
after vehicle delivery.
▷ When using the turn signal.
▷ If DSC Dynamic Stability Control intervenes.
A Check Control message may be displayed
when the system is not fully functional.
System limits
Safety information
Blind spot collision warning
Warning
Concept
The system is designed to operate in certain
conditions and circumstances. Due to condi‐
tions or other factors, the system may not re‐
spond. There may be a risk of accident or risk
of damage to property. Actively intervene as
warranted. Refer to the information in this Own‐
er’s Manual regarding the scope of the sys‐
tem’s operation and limitations.
Blind spot collision warning detects vehicles in
the blind spot or vehicles approaching from be‐
hind in the adjacent lane. A warning is issued in
various gradations in these situations.
General information
Functional limitations
The system may not be fully functional in the fol‐
lowing situations:
▷ In heavy fog, wet conditions, or snowfall.
▷ In the event of missing, worn, poorly visible,
merging, diverging, or multiple lane markings
such as in construction areas.
Two radar sensors in the rear bumper monitor
the area behind and next to the vehicle when
traveling faster than a minimum speed.
▷ When lane markings are covered in snow, ice,
dirt or water.
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The minimum speed is shown in the menu for
the intelligent Safety systems.
Overview
The system indicates whether there are vehicles
in the blind spot, arrow 1, or approaching from
behind in the adjacent lane, arrow 2.
Button in the vehicle
The light in the exterior mirror lights up dimmed.
Before you change lanes after setting the turn
signal, the system issues a warning in the situa‐
tions described above.
The light in the exterior mirror flashes and the
steering wheel vibrates.
Vehicles with side collision mitigation: at speeds
of up to 130 mph/210 km/h, the system can in‐
tervene with a brief active steering intervention
and help guide the vehicle back into the lane.
The steering intervention occurs when a mini‐
mum speed is reached. This minimum speed is
displayed on the Control Display in the menu for
the steering intervention, refer to page 201.
Intelligent Safety
Radar sensors
Safety information
Warning
The system cannot serve as a substitute for the
driver’s personal judgment in assessing visibility
and traffic situation. There is a risk of accident.
Adjust driving style to traffic conditions. Watch
traffic closely and actively intervene where ap‐
propriate.
The radar sensors are located in the rear
bumper.
Always keep the bumper in the area of the radar
sensors clean and unobstructed.
Switching on/off
Warning
Switching on automatically
Indicators and warnings cannot serve as a sub‐
stitute for the driver’s personal judgment. Due
to its limits, the system may not issue warnings
or reactions, or these may be issued late or in a
manner that is not consistent with their normal
use. There is a risk of accident. Adjust driving
style to traffic conditions. Watch traffic closely
and actively intervene where appropriate.
Blind spot collision warning is automatically acti‐
vated after departure if the function was
switched on at the end of the last trip.
Switching on/off manually
Press the button.
The menu for the Intelligent Safety sys‐
tem is displayed.
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If all Intelligent Safety systems were switched off,
all systems are now switched on.
5. "Blind spot collision warning"
6. Select the desired setting.
▷ "Early"
"Configure INDIVIDUAL": depending on the
equipment version, the Intelligent Safety sys‐
tems can be individually configured. The individ‐
ual settings are activated and stored for the
driver profile currently used. As soon as a setting
is changed on the menu, all settings of the menu
are activated.
▷ "Medium"
▷ "Late"
▷ "Off": with this setting, no warning is out‐
put.
The setting is stored for the driver profile cur‐
rently used.
Press the button repeatedly.
The following settings are switched be‐
tween:
Setting the intensity of the steering
wheel vibration
Via iDrive:
"ALL ON": all Intelligent Safety systems are
switched on. Basic settings are activated for the
subfunctions.
1. "CAR"
2. "Settings"
"INDIVIDUAL": the Intelligent Safety systems are
switched on according to the individual settings.
3. "Driver Assistance"
4. "Feedback on the steering wheel"
5. "Vibration intensity"
6. Select the desired setting.
Some Intelligent Safety systems cannot be indi‐
vidually switched off.
Press and hold this button.
The setting is applied to all Intelligent Safety sys‐
tems and stored for the driver profile currently
used.
All Intelligent Safety systems are
switched off.
Button Status
Vehicles with side collision
mitigation: switching steering
intervention on/off
Button lights up green: all Intelligent
Safety systems are switched on.
Button lights up orange: some Intelli‐
gent Safety systems are switched off
or currently unavailable.
The steering intervention can be switched on
and off separately for blind spot collision warning
and lane departure warning.
Via iDrive:
Button does not light up: all Intelligent
Safety systems are switched off.
1. "CAR"
2. "Settings"
Setting the warning time
3. "Driver Assistance"
4. "Safety and warnings"
5. "Blind spot collision warning"
6. "Steering intervention"
Via iDrive:
1. "CAR"
2. "Settings"
3. "Driver Assistance"
4. "Safety and warnings"
The setting is stored for the driver profile cur‐
rently used.
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Warning function
System limits
Light in the exterior mirror
Safety information
Warning
The system is designed to operate in certain
conditions and circumstances. Due to condi‐
tions or other factors, the system may not re‐
spond. There may be a risk of accident or risk
of damage to property. Actively intervene as
warranted. Refer to the information in this Own‐
er’s Manual regarding the scope of the sys‐
tem’s operation and limitations.
Prewarning
The dimmed light in the exterior mirror indicates
when there are vehicles in the blind spot or ap‐
proaching from behind.
Upper speed limit
If the vehicle speed exceeds approx.
155 mph/250 km/h, the system is deactivated
temporarily.
Acute warning
If the vehicle speed falls below approx.
155 mph/250 km/h, the system once again re‐
sponds according to the setting.
If the turn signal is switched on while a vehicle is
in the critical zone, the steering wheel vibrates
briefly and the light in the exterior mirror flashes
brightly.
Functional limitations
The system may not be fully functional in the fol‐
lowing situations:
The warning stops when the other vehicle has
left the critical area or after deactivation of the
turn signal.
▷ When a vehicle is approaching at a speed
much faster than your own.
Vehicles with side collision
mitigation
If there is no response to the vibration of the
steering wheel at speeds of up to
130 mph/210 km/h and the lane marking is
crossed, the system intervenes with a brief active
steering intervention. The steering intervention
helps return the vehicle into the lane. The steer‐
ing intervention can be noticed on the steering
wheel and can be manually overridden at any
time.
▷ In heavy fog, wet conditions, or snowfall.
▷ In tight curves or on narrow lanes.
▷ If the bumper is dirty, iced up, or covered,
for instance by stickers.
▷ If cargo protrudes.
Attaching any objects such as stickers or film in
the beam area of the radar sensors will also im‐
pact the function of the radar sensors and may
even cause them to fail.
For vehicles with side collision mitigation, the
steering intervention can be limited, for instance
in the following situation:
Flashing of the light
A flashing of the light during vehicle unlocking
serves as system self-test.
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▷ In the event of missing, worn, poorly visible,
merging, diverging, or multiple lane markings
such as in construction areas.
General information
▷ When lane markings are covered in snow, ice,
dirt or water.
▷ When lane markings are not white.
▷ When lane markings are covered by objects.
▷ When driving very close to the vehicle in front
of you.
▷ If there are constant blinding effects because
of oncoming light, for instance from the sun
low in the sky.
Four radar sensors in the bumpers monitor the
space next to the vehicle from a minimum speed
of up to approx. 130 mph/210 km/h.
▷ If the field of view of the camera or the wind‐
shield is dirty or covered in the area of the in‐
terior mirror.
The minimum speed is country-specific and is
displayed in the menu for the intelligent Safety
systems.
▷ If the camera has overheated and been tem‐
porarily switched off due to excessively high
temperatures.
The front camera determines the lane marking
positions.
If, for instance another vehicle is detected next to
the vehicle and if there is a risk of collision with
this vehicle, the system helps avoid the collision.
For this purpose, the system issues a warning
with a flashing LED in the exterior mirror and a vi‐
brating steering wheel. If necessary, the system
will carry out an active steering intervention.
▷ Up to 10 seconds after the start of the engine
via the Start/Stop button.
▷ During calibration of the camera immediately
after vehicle delivery.
A Check Control message is displayed when the
system is not fully functional.
Displaying warnings
Safety information
Depending on the selected warning settings, for
instance warning time, more warnings can be
displayed. However, there may also be an excess
of premature warnings of critical situations.
Warning
The system cannot serve as a substitute for the
driver’s personal judgment in assessing visibility
and traffic situation. There is a risk of accident.
Adjust driving style to traffic conditions. Watch
traffic closely and actively intervene where ap‐
propriate.
Side collision mitigation
Concept
The system helps to avoid imminent side colli‐
sions.
Warning
Indicators and warnings cannot serve as a sub‐
stitute for the driver’s personal judgment. Due
to its limits, the system may not issue warnings
or reactions, or these may be issued late or in a
manner that is not consistent with their normal
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use. There is a risk of accident. Adjust driving
style to traffic conditions. Watch traffic closely
and actively intervene where appropriate.
Functional requirements
The camera must detect the lane markings for
the side collision mitigation with steering inter‐
vention to be active.
Rear bumper.
Overview
Always keep the bumper in the area of the radar
sensors clean and unobstructed.
Button in the vehicle
Camera
Intelligent Safety
The camera is installed near the interior mirror.
Keep the windshield in front of the interior mirror
clean and clear.
Radar sensors
The radar sensors are located in the bumpers.
Switching on/off
Switching on automatically
The side collision mitigation activates automati‐
cally after departure if the function was switched
on at the end of the last trip.
Switching on/off manually
Front bumper.
Press the button.
The menu for the Intelligent Safety sys‐
tem is displayed.
If all Intelligent Safety systems were switched off,
all systems are now switched on.
"Configure INDIVIDUAL": depending on the
equipment version, the Intelligent Safety sys‐
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tems can be individually configured. The individ‐
ual settings are activated and stored for the
driver profile currently used. As soon as a setting
is changed on the menu, all settings of the menu
are activated.
The setting is applied to all Intelligent Safety sys‐
tems and stored for the driver profile currently
used.
Warning function
Press the button repeatedly.
Light in the exterior mirror
The following settings are switched be‐
tween:
"ALL ON": all Intelligent Safety systems are
switched on. Basic settings are activated for the
subfunctions.
"INDIVIDUAL": the Intelligent Safety systems are
switched on according to the individual settings.
Some Intelligent Safety systems cannot be indi‐
vidually switched off.
Press and hold this button.
Acute warning
All Intelligent Safety systems are
switched off.
If there is a risk of collision, the light in the exte‐
rior mirror flashes and the steering wheel vi‐
brates. A Check Control message is displayed at
the same time.
Button Status
If necessary, an active steering intervention then
takes place to prevent collisions and maintain the
vehicle within its own lane.
Button lights up green: all Intelligent
Safety systems are switched on.
Button lights up orange: some Intelli‐
gent Safety systems are switched off
or currently unavailable.
The steering intervention can be noticed on the
steering wheel and can be manually overridden
at any time.
Button does not light up: all Intelligent
Safety systems are switched off.
System limits
Safety information
Setting the intensity of the steering
wheel vibration
Warning
Via iDrive:
The system is designed to operate in certain
conditions and circumstances. Due to condi‐
tions or other factors, the system may not re‐
spond. There may be a risk of accident or risk
of damage to property. Actively intervene as
warranted. Refer to the information in this Own‐
er’s Manual regarding the scope of the sys‐
tem’s operation and limitations.
1. "CAR"
2. "Settings"
3. "Driver Assistance"
4. "Feedback on the steering wheel"
5. "Vibration intensity"
6. Select the desired setting.
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Functional limitations
The system may not be fully functional in the fol‐
lowing situations:
Rear collision preparation
Concept
The system reacts to vehicles approaching from
behind.
▷ When a vehicle is approaching at a speed
much faster than your own.
▷ In heavy fog, wet conditions, or snowfall.
▷ In tight curves or on narrow lanes.
General information
▷ If the bumper is dirty, iced up, or covered,
for instance by stickers.
▷ If cargo protrudes.
▷ In the event of missing, worn, poorly visible,
merging, diverging, or multiple lane markings
such as in construction areas.
▷ When lane markings are covered in snow, ice,
dirt or water.
▷ When lane markings are covered by objects.
Two radar sensors in the rear bumper monitor
the area behind the vehicle.
▷ When driving very close to the vehicle in front
of you.
If a vehicle approaches from the rear at a certain
speed, the system responds as follows:
▷ If there are constant blinding effects because
of oncoming light, for instance from the sun
low in the sky.
▷ Active Protection, refer to page 208: if a colli‐
sion seems to be unavoidable, PreCrash
functions are triggered.
▷ If the field of view of the camera or the wind‐
shield is dirty or covered in the area of the in‐
terior mirror.
Safety information
▷ If the camera has overheated and been tem‐
porarily switched off due to excessively high
temperatures.
Warning
▷ Up to 10 seconds after the start of the engine
via the Start/Stop button.
The system cannot serve as a substitute for the
driver’s personal judgment in assessing visibility
and traffic situation. There is a risk of accident.
Adjust driving style to traffic conditions. Watch
traffic closely and actively intervene where ap‐
propriate.
▷ During calibration of the camera immediately
after vehicle delivery.
Attaching any objects such as stickers or film in
the beam area of the radar sensors will also im‐
pact the function of the radar sensors and may
even cause them to fail.
Warning
A Check Control message is displayed when the
system is not fully functional.
Indicators and warnings cannot serve as a sub‐
stitute for the driver’s personal judgment. Due
to its limits, the system may not issue warnings
or reactions, or these may be issued late or in a
manner that is not consistent with their normal
use. There is a risk of accident. Adjust driving
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style to traffic conditions. Watch traffic closely
and actively intervene where appropriate.
Emergency Stop Assistant
Concept
If the driver is no longer fit to drive, the system
helps to safely bring the vehicle to a standstill.
Overview
Radar sensors
General information
The emergency stop function is not triggered
automatically. The emergency stop function can
only be triggered manually by the occupants.
When the system is activated, the vehicle is
brought to a standstill in its own lane by use of
lane guidance.
Depending on the equipment version and na‐
tional market version, the system includes a lane
change function.
The radar sensors are located in the rear
bumper.
With lane change function: On motorways or mo‐
torway-like roads, the system steers the vehicle
to the side of the road or shoulder where possi‐
ble. On other roads or under high traffic condi‐
tions, the vehicle is brought to a standstill on the
actual road.
Always keep the bumper in the area of the radar
sensors clean and unobstructed.
Switching on/off
The system is automatically active after every
driving off.
Overview
The system is deactivated in the following situa‐
tions:
▷ When driving in reverse.
System limits
The system may not be fully functional in the fol‐
lowing situations:
▷ When a vehicle is approaching at a speed
much faster than your own.
▷ When the approaching vehicle approaches
slowly.
Parking brake
▷ In heavy fog, wet conditions, or snowfall.
▷ In tight curves or on narrow lanes.
Functional requirements
▷ The function can be activated at speeds of
approx. 6 mph/10 km/h up to approx.
155 mph/250 km/h.
▷ If the bumper is dirty, iced up, or covered,
for instance by stickers.
▷ If cargo protrudes.
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▷ Lane changes are executed at speeds of ap‐
prox. 43 mph/70 km/h up to approx.
62 mph/100 km/h.
▷ Parking brake is set.
▷ Interior lights are switched on.
▷ Central locking system is unlocked.
Activating the emergency stop
function
Displays in the instrument
cluster
Pull the switch for the parking brake briefly
to activate the emergency stop function.
Symbol Status
▷ With lane change function: Releasing the
switch may trigger an automatic lane change.
Emergency Stop function active.
▷ The system will take control of the vehicle for
a maximum of 2 minutes.
System limits
Use the system only in the event of a driver fail‐
ure.
▷ The hazard warning system is switched on.
▷ An Emergency Request is triggered.
The system cannot replace the driving perform‐
ance of a driver who is fit to drive.
Canceling the emergency stop
function
The driver can cancel the emergency stop func‐
tion by actively taking control of the vehicle
throughout the entire process.
Active Protection
For instance, the emergency stop function will
be canceled in the following situations:
Concept
Active Protection prepares occupants and the
vehicle for a possible accident in critical driving or
collision situations.
▷ When steering.
▷ When using the turn signal.
▷ During acceleration.
General information
Active Protection consists of various PreCrash
functions, which can vary depending on the
equipment.
▷ When switching off the hazard warning sys‐
tem.
▷ When canceling the Emergency Request.
▷ When switching the selector lever position at
standstill.
The system is used to detect certain critical driv‐
ing situations that might lead to an accident. This
includes the following critical driving situations:
▷ When the driver's foot remains on the accel‐
erator pedal after the function has been trig‐
gered.
▷ Emergency stop.
▷ Severe understeering.
▷ Severe oversteering.
▷ When the switch of the parking brake is
pressed.
Certain functions of several systems can - within
the system limits - lead to Active Protection trig‐
gering:
At standstill
As soon as the vehicle is stationary, the system
will carry out the following settings:
▷ Front collision mitigation: automatic brake in‐
tervention.
▷ Selector lever position P is engaged.
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▷ Front collision mitigation: Brake Assistant.
ing the red button in the buckle. Fasten the
safety belt before continuing on your trip.
▷ Night Vision with pedestrian and animal de‐
tection: Brake Assistant.
All other systems can be restored to the desired
setting.
▷ Rear collision preparation: detection of immi‐
nent rear collisions.
PostCrash – iBrake
Safety information
Concept
Warning
In the event of an accident, the system can bring
the vehicle to a halt automatically without inter‐
vention by the driver in certain situations. This
can reduce the risk of a further collision and the
consequences thereof.
The system cannot serve as a substitute for the
driver’s personal judgment. Due to the system
limits, critical situation could not be detected
reliably or in time. There is a risk of accident.
Adjust driving style to traffic conditions. Watch
traffic closely and actively intervene where ap‐
propriate.
At standstill
After coming to a halt, the brake is released auto‐
matically.
Function
When the safety belt is fastened, the driver's and
passenger's belt straps are automatically tight‐
ened once after driving away.
Harder vehicle braking
In certain situations, it can be necessary to bring
the vehicle to a halt more quickly than the Brake
Assistant allows.
In accident-critical situations, the following indi‐
vidual functions become active as needed:
To do this, quickly apply extra force to the brake.
For a brief period, the braking pressure will be
higher than the braking pressure that is achieved
by the automatic braking function. Automatic
braking is interrupted.
▷ Automatic pretensioning of the front safety
belts.
▷ Automatic window closing up to a narrow
gap.
▷ Automatic closing of the glass sunroof, in‐
cluding sun protection.
Interrupting automatic braking
It can be necessary to interrupt automatic brak‐
ing in certain situations, for instance for an eva‐
sive maneuver.
▷ Automatic closing of the panoramic glass
sunroof, including sun protection.
▷ For vehicles equipped with comfort seats in
the front: automatic positioning of the back‐
rest for the front passenger seat.
Interrupt automatic braking:
▷ By pressing the brake pedal.
▷ By pressing the accelerator pedal.
▷ For vehicles equipped with comfort rear
seats: automatic positioning of the backrests
for the rear passenger seats.
After a critical driving situation without an acci‐
dent, the front safety belts are loosened again.
If the belt tension does not loosen automatically,
stop the vehicle and unbuckle the safety belt us‐
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Break recommendation
Adjusting
The fatigue alert is active automatically with each
switching on of drive-ready state and can thus
display a break recommendation.
Fatigue alert
General information
The system can detect decreasing alertness or
fatigue of the driver during long, monotonous
trips, for instance on highways. In this situation, it
is recommended that the driver takes a break.
The break recommendation can also be
switched on or off and adjusted via iDrive.
Via iDrive:
Safety information
1. "CAR"
Warning
2. "Settings"
The system cannot serve as a substitute for the
driver’s personal judgment in assessing one's
physical state. An increasing lack of alertness or
fatigue may not be detected or not be detected
in time. There is a risk of accident. Make sure
that the driver is rested and alert. Adjust driving
style to traffic conditions.
3. "General settings"
4. "Fatigue and Focus Alert"
5. Select the desired setting:
▷ "Standard": the break recommendation is
made with a defined value.
▷ "Sensitive": the break recommendation is
issued earlier.
▷ "Off": no break recommendation is made.
Function
The system is switched on each time drive-ready
state is switched on.
Display
If the driver becomes less alert or fatigued, a
message is displayed in the Control Display with
the recommendation to take a break.
After travel has begun, the system monitors cer‐
tain aspects of the driver's behavior, so that de‐
creasing alertness or fatigue can be detected.
During the display, various settings can be se‐
lected.
This procedure takes the following criteria into
account:
After a break, another recommendation to take a
break cannot be displayed until after approxi‐
mately 45 minutes.
▷ Personal driving style, for instance steering
behavior.
▷ Driving conditions, for instance time, length of
trip.
System limits
▷ Depending on the equipment: attention of
the driver through the Driver Attention Cam‐
era.
The function may be limited in the following sit‐
uations and may issue an incorrect warning or no
warning at all:
Starting at approx. 43 mph/70 km/h, the system
is active and can also display a recommendation
to take a break.
▷ When the clock is set incorrectly.
▷ When the vehicle speed is mainly below
about 43 mph/70 km/h.
▷ With a sporty driving style, such as during
rapid acceleration or when cornering fast.
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▷ In active driving situations, such as when
changing lanes frequently.
▷ When the road surface is poor.
▷ In the event of strong side winds.
The system is reset approx. 45 minutes after
parking the vehicle, for instance in the case of a
break during longer trips on highways.
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