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Cockpit
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Cockpit
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
not necessarily available in your vehicle, e.g., due
In the vicinity of the steering wheel
1
2
3
Power windowsꢀꢁ79
Low beamsꢀꢁ125
Exterior mirror operationꢀꢁ87
Unlocking the hoodꢀꢁ72
Unlocking the tailgateꢀꢁ73
With Range Extender: vent fuel tankꢀꢁ219
Lights
Automatic headlight controlꢀꢁ126
Daytime running lightsꢀꢁ127
Cornering lightꢀꢁ127
4
High-beam Assistantꢀꢁ127
Instrument lightingꢀꢁ128
Light switchꢀꢁ125
Parking lightsꢀꢁ125
5
Left steering column stalk
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Turn signalꢀꢁ105
Rear window wiperꢀꢁ107
High beams, headlight flasherꢀꢁ105
High-beam Assistantꢀꢁ127
Roadside parking lightsꢀꢁ125
Trip computerꢀꢁ122
Clean the rear windowꢀꢁ108
10 Steering wheel buttons, right
Entertainment source
Volume
Voice controlꢀꢁ41
Telephone
6
7
Instrument clusterꢀꢁ110
Switch drive-ready state on and
offꢀꢁ96
Thumbwheel for selection listsꢀꢁ121
11 Horn, entire surface
8
9
Selector leverꢀꢁ98
Right steering column stalk
Wipersꢀꢁ105
12 Adjusting the steering wheelꢀꢁ90
13 Steering wheel buttons, left
Rain sensorꢀꢁ106
Cruise control on/off, inter‐
ruptꢀꢁ156
Cleaning the windshield and head‐
lightsꢀꢁ107
Active Cruise Control on/off, inter‐
ruptꢀꢁ150
Rear window wiper in Canadian
modelsꢀꢁ107
Cruise control: to store the speed
Cruise control: to resume the
speed
Active Cruise Control, adjust dis‐
tance
Cruise control rocker switch
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In the vicinity of the center console
1
2
Control Displayꢀꢁ34
6
7
8
Controller with buttonsꢀꢁ36
Parking brakeꢀꢁ103
Radio/multimedia, see Owner's Manual for
Navigation, Entertainment, and Communica‐
tionꢀꢁ6
PDC Park Distance Controlꢀꢁ159
Rearview cameraꢀꢁ162
Parking assistantꢀꢁ165
3
4
5
Glove compartmentꢀꢁ191
Climate controlꢀꢁ170
9
Driving Dynamics Controlꢀꢁ147
Hazard warning systemꢀꢁ251
Intelligent Safetyꢀꢁ138
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In the vicinity of the roofliner
1
2
3
Emergency Call, SOSꢀꢁ252
Glass sunroof, electricꢀꢁ80
4
5
Reading lightsꢀꢁ128
Interior lightsꢀꢁ128
Indicator light, front-seat passenger
airbagꢀꢁ133
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iDrive
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iDrive
Icon
Function
Vehicle features and options
Change between capital and
lower-case letters.
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.
Insert blank space.
Use voice control.
Confirm entry.
Entry comparison
When entering names and addresses, the choice
is narrowed down with every letter entered and
letters may be added automatically.
Concept
Entries are continuously compared with data
stored in the vehicle.
The iDrive combines the functions of many
switches. These functions can be operated via
the Controller.
▷ Only those letters are offered during entry for
which data is available.
▷ Destination search: place names can be en‐
tered in all languages that are available in
iDrive.
Safety information
Activating/deactivating the functions
Warning
Several menu items are preceded by a check‐
box. The checkbox indicates whether the func‐
tion is activated or deactivated. Selecting the
menu item activates or deactivates the function.
Operating the integrated information systems
and communication devices while driving can
distract from traffic. It is possible to lose control
of the vehicle. There is a risk of accident. Only
use the systems or devices when the traffic sit‐
uation allows. As warranted, stop and use the
systems and devices while the vehicle is sta‐
tionary.
Function is activated.
Function is deactivated.
Status information
General information
Input and display
The status field can be found in the upper area of
the Control Display. Status information is dis‐
played in the form of symbols.
Letters and numbers
Depending on the menu, you can switch be‐
tween entering upper and lower case letters,
numbers and characters.
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Radio symbols
Other symbols
Icon Meaning
Icon Meaning
HD Radio station is being received.
Check Control message.
The sound output has been switched off.
Encrypted connection not active.
Telephone symbols
Icon Meaning
Request for the current vehicle position.
Checking the current vehicle position.
Incoming or outgoing call.
Missed call.
Split screen, split screen display
General information
Signal strength of cellular network.
Network search.
Additional information, for instance information
from the trip computer can be displayed in sev‐
eral menus on the right side of the split screen
display, referred to as the split screen.
Cellular network is not available.
The critical charge state of the mobile
phone has been reached.
The additional information remains visible even
when switching to another menu on the split
screen.
Roaming is active.
SMS text message received.
Message received.
Switching on/off
Reminder.
1.
Press the button.
Sending not possible.
Contacts are being loaded.
2. "Split screen"
Selecting the display
The display can be selected in menus which
support the split screen function.
Entertainment symbols
Icon
Meaning
1. Tilt the Controller to the right until the split
screen is selected.
Music collection.
Bluetooth audio.
USB device.
2. Press the Controller.
3. Select the desired setting.
Online Entertainment.
WLAN.
Specifying the number of displays
It is possible to specify the number of displays.
Apple CarPlay.
1. Tilt the Controller to the right until the split
screen is selected.
2. Press the Controller.
3. "Personalize menu"
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4. Select the desired setting.
5. Tilt the Controller to the left.
Switching on/off automatically
The Control Display is switched on automatically
when the vehicle is unlocked or as soon as the
Control Display is needed for operation.
Control elements
In certain situations, the Control Display is
switched off automatically, for instance if no op‐
eration is performed on the vehicle for several
minutes.
Overview
Switching on/off manually
The Control Display can also be switched off
manually.
1.
Press the button.
2. "Turn off control display"
Press the Controller or any button on the Con‐
troller to switch it back on again.
1
2
Control Display
Controller with buttons and, depending on
the equipment version, with touchpad
Controller
General information
Control Display
The buttons can be used to open the menus di‐
rectly. The Controller can be used to select
menu items and enter the settings.
General information
To clean the Control Display, follow the care in‐
structions, refer to page 260.
Operation
In the case of very high temperatures on the
Control Display, for instance due to intense solar
radiation, the brightness may be reduced down
to complete deactivation. Once the temperature
is reduced, for instance through shade or air con‐
ditioning, the normal functions are restored.
▷ Turn to switch between menu items, for ex‐
ample.
Safety information
NOTICE
Objects in the area in the front of the Control
Display can shift and damage the Control Dis‐
play. There is a risk of damage to property,
among other potential damage. Do not place
objects in the area in front of the Control Dis‐
play.
▷ Press to select a menu item, for example.
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iDrive
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Operating via the Controller
Opening the main menu
Press the button.
▷ Tilt in four directions to switch between dis‐
plays, for example.
The main menu is displayed.
All iDrive functions can be called up via the main
menu.
Adjusting the main menu
Buttons on the Controller
1.
Press the button twice.
All menu items of the main menu are dis‐
played.
Button Function
Press once: calls up the main menu.
2. Select a menu item.
Press twice: displays all menu items of
the main menu.
3. To move the menu item to the desired posi‐
tion, tilt the Controller to the right or left.
Goes to the Communication menu.
Selecting menu items
Highlighted menu items can be selected.
Goes to the Media/Radio menu.
1. Turn the Controller until the desired menu
item is highlighted.
Goes to destination input menu for
navigation.
Goes to navigation map.
Press once: opens the previous dis‐
play.
Press and hold: open the menus used
last.
Goes to the Options menu.
2. Press the Controller.
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Dynamic contents
Entering letters and numbers
You can display dynamic contents within the
menu items. The contents of the menu items
update automatically, e.g., the active destination
guidance in the navigation.
Input
1. Turn the Controller: select letter or number.
2.
: confirm entry.
Via iDrive:
Deleting
1. "My Vehicle"
2. "Contents of main menu"
Icon Function
Press the Controller: delete letter or num‐
ber.
Changing between displays
After a menu item is selected, for instance
"iDrive settings", a new display appears.
Hold the Controller down: delete all let‐
ters or numbers.
▷ Tilt the Controller to the left.
The current display closes and the previous
display is shown.
Using alphabetical lists
For alphabetical lists with more than 30 entries,
the letters for which there is an entry are dis‐
played at the left edge.
▷
Press the button.
The previous display re-opens.
▷ Tilt the Controller to the right.
The new display opens.
1. Turn the Controller to the left or right quickly.
All letters for which there are entries are dis‐
played on the left edge.
An arrow indicates that additional displays can be
opened.
2. Select the first letter of the desired entry.
The first entry of the selected letter is dis‐
played.
Opening recently used menus
Press and hold this button.
Touchpad
The recently used menus are displayed.
General information
Going to the Options menu
Some of the iDrive functions can be operated
with the touchpad of the Controller, depending
on the equipment version.
Press the button.
The "Options" menu is displayed.
The menu consists of various areas, for instance:
▷ "Split screen": screen settings.
Selecting functions
Via iDrive:
▷ "Media/Radio": control options for the se‐
lected main menu.
1. "My Vehicle"
2. "iDrive settings"
3. "Touchpad"
▷ "Save station": if applicable, further control
options for the selected menu.
4. Select the desired setting:
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▷ "Speller": enter letters and numbers.
▷ "Map": use the map.
Function
Operation
Move map.
Swipe in the appropriate di‐
rection.
▷ "Search fields": to write letters without se‐
lecting the list field.
Enlarge/shrink
map.
Drag in or out on the touch‐
pad with fingers.
▷ "Audio feedback": pronounces entered
letters and numbers.
Display menu.
Tap once.
Entering letters and numbers
▷ The system distinguishes between upper
and lower-case letters and numbers. To
make entries, you may need to change be‐
tween upper and lower-case letters, numbers
and characters, refer to page 38.
Programmable memory
buttons
General information
▷ Enter characters as they are displayed on the
Control Display.
The iDrive functions can be stored on the pro‐
grammable memory buttons and called up di‐
rectly, for instance radio stations, navigation des‐
tinations, phone numbers and menu entries.
▷ Always enter associated characters, such as
accents or periods so that the letter can be
clearly recognized. The set language deter‐
mines what input is possible. Where neces‐
sary, enter special characters via the Control‐
ler.
Settings are stored for the driver profile currently
used.
Storing a function
1. Select function via iDrive.
Entering special characters
Input
Operation
2.
Press and hold the desired button
until a signal sounds.
Delete a charac‐ Swipe to the left on the
ter.
touchpad.
Executing a function
Enter a blank
space.
Swipe to the right in the
center of the touchpad.
Press the button.
Enter a hyphen. Swipe to the right in the up‐
per area of the touchpad.
The function will work immediately. This means,
for instance that the number is dialed when a
phone number is selected.
Enter an under‐ Swipe to the right in the
score.
lower area of the touchpad.
Displaying the key assignment
Touch buttons with finger. Do not wear gloves or
use objects.
Using the map
The map in the navigation system can be moved
via the touchpad.
The assignment of the buttons is displayed in
the upper area of the Control Display.
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Deleting the button assignments
1. Press buttons 1 and 8 simultaneously for ap‐
prox. 5 seconds.
2. "OK"
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Voice activation system
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Voice activation system
Vehicle features and options
Using the voice activation
system
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.
Activating the voice control system
1.
Press the button on the steering
wheel.
2. Wait for the signal.
3. Say the command.
This icon indicates that the voice control
system is active.
Concept
No other commands may be available. In this
case, operate the function via iDrive.
Most functions displayed on the Control Display
can be operated by voice commands via the
voice activation system. The system supports
you with announcements during input.
Terminating the voice control system
Press the button on the steering wheel
or ›Cancel‹.
General information
Possible commands
▷ Functions that can only be used when the ve‐
hicle is stationary can only be operated via
the voice activation system to a limited ex‐
tent.
General information
Most menu items on the Control Display can be
spoken as commands.
▷ The system uses a special microphone on
the driver's side.
Commands from other menus can also be spo‐
ken.
▷ ›...‹ in the Owner's Manual denotes verbal in‐
structions to use with the voice activation
system.
You can also select list entries such as phone list
entries via voice activation. Read these list en‐
tries out loud exactly as they are shown in the re‐
spective list.
Functional requirements
Displaying possible commands
The following is displayed in the top area of the
Control Display:
▷ A language must be set via iDrive that is sup‐
ported by the voice activation system. To set
the language, refer to page 45.
▷ Some possible commands for the current
menu.
▷ Always say commands in the language of the
voice activation system.
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▷ Some possible commands from other me‐
nus.
1. "My Vehicle"
2. "iDrive settings"
3. "Language"
▷ Status of the voice recognition.
▷
Encrypted connection is not available.
4. "Speech mode:"
5. Select the desired setting.
Example: going to the sound settings
The commands of the menu items are spoken
just as they are selected via the Controller.
Speaking during voice output
It is possible to answer during inquiries of the
voice activation system. The function can be de‐
activated if inquiries are often undesirably inter‐
rupted, for instance due to background noise or
conversations in the vehicle.
1. Switch on the Entertainment sound output, if
needed.
2.
Press the button on the steering
wheel.
Via iDrive:
3. ›Media and radio‹
4. ›Tone‹
1. "My Vehicle"
2. "iDrive settings"
3. "Language"
Help on the voice activation system
4. "Speaking during voice output"
▷ ›General information on voice control‹: have
information on the operating principle of the
voice activation system read out loud.
Online speech processing
▷ ›Help‹: have help for the current menu read
out loud.
Online speech processing provides a dictation
function, a natural method of destinations input
and improves the quality of voice recognition. To
use the functions, data is transmitted to a service
provider via an encrypted connection and stored
locally there.
Information for Emergency Requests
Do not use the voice activation system to initiate
an Emergency Request. In stressful situations,
the voice and vocal pitch can change. This can
unnecessarily delay the establishment of a tele‐
phone connection.
Via iDrive:
1. "My Vehicle"
2. "iDrive settings"
3. "Language"
Instead, use the SOS button, refer to page 252,
close to the interior mirror.
4. "Server speech recognition"
Settings
Adjusting the volume
Turn the volume button during the spoken in‐
structions until the desired volume is set.
Setting the voice control
▷ The volume remains constant even if the vol‐
ume of other audio sources is changed.
You can set the system to use standard dialog or
a short version.
▷ The volume is stored for the driver profile
currently used.
The short version of the voice control plays back
short messages in abbreviated form.
Via iDrive:
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General information
Some of the functions are limited in the vehicle
to prevent any impairment of safety while driving.
System limits
▷ Certain noises can be detected and may lead
to problems. Keep the doors, windows, and
glass sunroof closed.
Functional requirements
▷ Noises from the front passenger or the rear
seat bench can impair the system. Avoid
making other noise in the vehicle while
speaking.
▷ Connected Voice Services purchased via
ConnectedDrive Store.
▷ Same ConnectedDrive account used in the
vehicle and in the BMW Connected app.
▷ Major language dialects can cause problems
with the voice recognition feature. Speak loud
and clear.
▷ Vehicle added in the BMW Connected app.
▷ Third-party account and BMW account are
linked in the BMW Connected app.
▷ Smartphone connected to the vehicle via
Bluetooth.
Using the voice activation
system of the smartphone
Activation in the BMW Connected
app
Third-party assistants are set up in the BMW
Connected app.
A smartphone connected to the vehicle can be
used via voice control.
Activate voice command response on the smart‐
phone for this purpose.
Follow the instructions in the app.
1.
2.
Press and hold the button on the
steering wheel for approx. 3 seconds.
Activation in the vehicle
An authorization for the use of the voice assistant
is required every time before starting a trip.
Voice command response is activated on the
smartphone.
1. Authorizing voice assistants from third-party
providers:
Release the button.
▷ Connect the smartphone to the vehicle
via Bluetooth.
If activation is successful, a confirmation ap‐
pears on the Control Display.
▷ Selects appropriate driver profile, refer to
page 74.
If it was not possible to activate voice command
response, the list of Bluetooth devices appears
on the Control Display.
2.
Press the button on the steering
wheel.
3. Wait for the signal.
Voice assistants from third-
party providers
4. Say the specific activation word of the third-
party provider and the desired command.
Information about the active function is dis‐
played on the Control Display.
Concept
Some third-party providers provide digital voice
assistants. Supported voice assistants can be
used in the vehicle.
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Malfunction
In case of a malfunction, switch off the engine
and start the engine again.
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General settings
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General settings
Setting the time
Via iDrive:
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.
1. "My Vehicle"
2. "iDrive settings"
3. "Date and time"
4. "Time:"
5. Turn the Controller until the desired hours are
displayed.
6. Press the Controller.
7. Turn the Controller until the desired minutes
are displayed.
Language
8. Press the Controller.
Setting the language
Via iDrive:
Setting the time format
Via iDrive:
1. "My Vehicle"
1. "My Vehicle"
2. "iDrive settings"
2. "iDrive settings"
3. "Date and time"
4. "Time format:"
3. If necessary, "Language"
4. "Language:"
5. Select the desired setting.
5. Select the desired setting.
The setting is stored for the driver profile cur‐
rently used.
The setting is stored for the driver profile cur‐
rently used.
Time
Automatic time setting
Depending on your vehicle's optional features,
the time, date and, if needed, the time zone are
updated automatically.
Setting the time zone
Via iDrive:
1. "My Vehicle"
Via iDrive:
2. "iDrive settings"
3. "Date and time"
4. "Time zone:"
1. "My Vehicle"
2. "iDrive settings"
3. "Date and time"
4. "Automatic time setting"
5. Select the desired setting.
The setting is stored for the driver profile cur‐
rently used.
The setting is stored for the driver profile cur‐
rently used.
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Date
Activating/deactivating the
display of the current vehicle
position
Setting the date
Via iDrive:
1. "My Vehicle"
2. "iDrive settings"
3. "Date and time"
4. "Date:"
Concept
If vehicle tracking has been activated, the current
vehicle position can be displayed in the BMW
Connected app or in the ConnectedDrive cus‐
tomer portal.
5. Turn the Controller until the desired day is
displayed.
Activating/deactivating
Via iDrive:
6. Press the Controller.
7. Make the settings for the month and year.
1. "My Vehicle"
2. "Vehicle settings"
3. "Data privacy"
Setting the date format
Via iDrive:
4. "Vehicle tracking"
5. Select the desired setting.
1. "My Vehicle"
2. "iDrive settings"
3. "Date and time"
4. "Date format:"
Activating/deactivating pop-ups
5. Select the desired setting.
For some functions, pop-ups are displayed auto‐
matically on the Control Display. Some of these
pop-ups can be activated or deactivated.
The setting is stored for the driver profile cur‐
rently used.
Via iDrive:
Setting the units of
measurement
1. "My Vehicle"
2. "iDrive settings"
3. "Pop-ups"
You can set the units of measurement for some
values, for example, consumption, distances and
temperature.
4. Select the desired setting.
The setting is stored for the driver profile cur‐
rently used.
Via iDrive:
1. "My Vehicle"
Control Display
2. "iDrive settings"
3. "Units"
Brightness
Via iDrive:
4. Select the desired menu item.
5. Select the desired setting.
1. "My Vehicle"
The setting is stored for the driver profile cur‐
rently used.
2. "iDrive settings"
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3. "Displays"
Messages are additionally displayed in the status
field.
4. "Control display"
5. "Brightness at night"
Retrieving messages
Via iDrive:
6. Turn the Controller until the desired bright‐
ness is set.
1. "Notifications"
7. Press the Controller.
2. Select the desired notification.
The setting is stored for the driver profile cur‐
rently used.
The menu in which the notification is displayed
will open.
Depending on the light conditions, the bright‐
ness settings may not be clearly visible.
Deleting messages
All messages, except Check Control messages
or messages from the vehicle manufacturer, can
be deleted from the list.
Selecting the contents of the main
menu
You can select the displayed contents for some
menu items in the main menu.
Check Control messages or messages from the
vehicle manufacturer are displayed as long as
they are relevant.
1.
Press the button.
Via iDrive:
2. "Contents of main menu"
1. "Notifications"
3. Select the desired menu and the desired
content.
2. Select the desired message.
The setting is stored for the driver profile cur‐
rently used.
3.
Press the button.
4. "Delete this notification" or "Delete all
notifications"
Messages
Settings
The following settings can be adjusted:
Concept
The menu centrally displays all messages arriv‐
ing in the vehicle in list form.
▷ Select the applications, from which mes‐
sages will be permitted.
▷ Sort the messages according to date or prior‐
ity.
General information
The following messages can be displayed:
Via iDrive:
▷ Traffic messages.
1. "My Vehicle"
▷ Communication messages, for example e-
mails, SMS text messages or reminders.
2. "iDrive settings"
3. "Notifications"
▷ Messages from, e.g., the Concierge service
or the BMW Connected app.
4. Select the desired setting.
▷ Check Control messages.
▷ Messages on service notifications.
▷ Messages from the vehicle manufacturer.
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▷ Phone book.
Data protection
▷ Online data, for instance Favorites, cookies.
▷ Office data, for instance voice memos.
▷ Login accounts.
Data transfer
Concept
Altogether, the deletion of the data can take up
to 15 minutes.
The vehicle offers different functions, whose use
requires a data transfer to BMW or a service pro‐
vider. The data transfer can be deactivated for
some functions.
Functional requirement
Data can only be deleted while stationary.
General information
Deleting data
With data transfer deactivated, the respective
function cannot be used.
Note and follow the instructions on the Control
Display.
Only make these settings while stationary.
Via iDrive:
1. "My Vehicle"
Activating/deactivating
Follow the instructions on the Control Display.
Via iDrive:
2. "iDrive settings"
3. "Data privacy"
4. "Delete personal data"
5. "Delete personal data"
6. "OK"
1. "My Vehicle"
2. "iDrive settings"
3. "Data privacy"
7. Exit and lock the vehicle.
4. Select the desired setting.
The deletion process takes 15 minutes to com‐
plete.
Deleting personal data in the vehicle
Concept
Depending on the usage, the vehicle stores per‐
sonal data, such as stored radio stations. This
personal data can be permanently deleted using
iDrive.
If not all data was deleted, repeat the deletion.
Canceling deletion
Switch on the drive-ready state to cancel dele‐
tion of the data.
Connections
General information
Depending on the equipment package, the fol‐
lowing data can be deleted:
Concept
Various connection types are available for using
mobile devices in the vehicle. The connection
type to select depends on the mobile device and
the desired function.
▷ Driver profile settings.
▷ Stored radio stations.
▷ Stored programmable memory buttons.
▷ Travel and trip computer information.
▷ Music collection.
▷ Navigation, for instance stored destinations.
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General information
Safety information
The following overview shows possible functions
and the suitable connection types for them. The
scope of functions depends on the mobile de‐
vice.
Warning
Operating the integrated information systems
and communication devices while driving can
distract from traffic. It is possible to lose control
of the vehicle. There is a risk of accident. Only
use the systems or devices when the traffic sit‐
uation allows. As warranted, stop and use the
systems and devices while the vehicle is sta‐
tionary.
Function
Connection
type
Making calls via the hands-free
system.
Bluetooth.
Using phone functions via iDrive.
Using the smartphone Office
functions.
Compatible devices
General information
Playing music from the smart‐
phone or the audio player.
Bluetooth or
USB.
Using compatible apps via
iDrive.
Bluetooth or
USB.
Information on mobile devices compatible with
bluetooth.
USB storage device:
USB.
Malfunctions may occur with devices not listed
or deviating software versions.
Exporting and importing driver
profiles.
Performing software updates.
Displaying the vehicle identification
number and software part number
When looking for compatible devices, you may
have to state the vehicle identification number
and the software part number. These numbers
can be displayed in the vehicle.
Exporting and importing stored
trips.
Playing music.
Playing videos from the smart‐
phone or the USB device.
USB.
Via iDrive:
Using the vehicle Internet ac‐
cess.
Internet hot‐
spot.
1. "My Vehicle"
2. "iDrive settings"
3. "Mobile devices"
4. "Settings"
Using Apple CarPlay apps via
iDrive and voice operation.
Bluetooth
and WLAN.
The following connection types require one-time
pairing with the vehicle:
5. "Bluetooth® info"
6. "System information"
▷ Bluetooth.
A software update, refer to page 55, can be
performed, if needed.
▷ Internet hotspot.
Paired devices are automatically recognized later
on and connected to the vehicle.
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General settings
AT A GLANCE
Activate function to show the contact pic‐
tures.
Bluetooth connection
Functional requirements
▷ "Apple CarPlay"
▷ Compatible device, refer to page 49, with
Bluetooth interface.
Activate the function to use Apple Car‐
Play.
▷ The vehicle key is in the vehicle.
▷ The device is ready for operation.
Pairing the mobile device with the vehicle
Via iDrive:
▷ Bluetooth is activated on the device and in
the vehicle, refer to page 50.
1. "My Vehicle"
▷ Bluetooth presettings, such as visibility, may
be required on the device; refer to the own‐
er's manual of the device.
2. "iDrive settings"
3. "Mobile devices"
4. "Connect new device"
5. Select the functions for which the device will
be used:
Switching on Bluetooth
Via iDrive:
▷
▷
▷
▷
"Telephone"
"Bluetooth® audio"
"Apps"
1. "My Vehicle"
2. "iDrive settings"
3. "Mobile devices"
4. "Settings"
"Apple CarPlay"
The vehicle's Bluetooth name is displayed on
the Control Display.
5. "Bluetooth®"
6. On the mobile device, search for Bluetooth
devices in the vicinity.
Activating/deactivating telephone
functions
To use all supported functions of a mobile
phone, the following functions must be activated
prior to pairing.
The Bluetooth name of the vehicle appears
on the mobile device display.
Select the Bluetooth name of the vehicle.
7. Depending on the mobile device, a control
number is displayed or the control number
must be entered.
Via iDrive:
1. "My Vehicle"
2. "iDrive settings"
3. "Mobile devices"
4. "Settings"
▷ Compare the control number displayed
on the Control Display with the control
number on the display of the device.
Confirm the control number on the device
and on the Control Display.
5. Select the desired setting, e.g.:
▷ "Office"
▷ Enter and confirm the same control num‐
ber on the device and via iDrive.
Activate function to transmit short mes‐
sages, e-mails, calendars, tasks, memos,
and reminders to the vehicle. Costs can
be incurred by transmitting all data to the
vehicle.
The device is connected and displayed in the
device list, refer to page 54.
If connection was not successful: Frequently
Asked Questions, refer to page 51.
▷ "Contact images"
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General settings
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▷ It may not be possible to display telephone
book entries with special characters.
Frequently Asked Questions
All requirements are met and all required steps
were completed in the specified order. Despite
that, the mobile device does not function as ex‐
pected.
▷ It may not be possible to transmit contacts
from social networks.
▷ The number of telephone book entries to be
stored is too high.
In this case, the following explanations can help:
▷ Data volume of the contact too large, for in‐
stance due to stored information such as
memos.
Why could the mobile phone not be paired or
connected?
▷ There are too many Bluetooth devices con‐
nected to the mobile phone or vehicle.
Reduce the data volume of the contact.
▷ A mobile phone can only be connected as
audio source or as telephone.
In the vehicle, delete Bluetooth connections
with other devices.
Configure the mobile phone and connect it
with the telephone or additional phone func‐
tion.
Delete all known Bluetooth connections from
the device list on the mobile phone and start
a new device search.
How can the telephone connection quality be
improved?
▷ The mobile phone is in power-save mode or
has only a limited remaining battery life.
▷ The strength of the Bluetooth signal on the
mobile phone can be adjusted, depending on
the mobile phone.
Charge the mobile phone.
Why does the mobile phone no longer react?
▷ The applications on the mobile phone do not
function anymore.
▷ Insert the mobile phone into the wireless
charging tray.
Switch the mobile phone off and on again.
▷ Adjust the volume of the microphone and
loudspeakers separately.
▷ Too high or too low ambient temperatures for
mobile phone operation.
If all points in this list have been checked and the
required function is still not available, contact the
hotline, a dealer’s service center or another quali‐
fied service center or repair shop.
Do not subject the mobile phone to extreme
ambient temperatures.
Why can telephone functions not be used via
iDrive?
▷ The mobile phone may not be properly con‐
figured, for instance as Bluetooth audio de‐
vice.
USB connection
General information
Connect the mobile phone with the tele‐
phone or additional phone function.
The following mobile devices can be connected
to the USB port:
Why are no or not all telephone book entries dis‐
played or why are they incomplete?
▷ Mobile phones.
▷ Audio devices with USB port, for instance
MP3 players.
▷ Transmission of the telephone book entries is
not yet complete.
▷ USB storage devices.
▷ It is possible that only the telephone book en‐
tries of the mobile phone or the SIM card are
transmitted.
Common file systems are supported. FAT32
and exFAT are the recommended formats.
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General settings
AT A GLANCE
A connected USB device will be supplied with
charge current via the USB port if the device
supports this. Follow the maximum charge cur‐
rent of the USB port.
▷ USB memory card readers with multiple slots.
▷ HFS-formatted USB devices.
▷ Devices such as fans or lamps.
The following uses are possible on USB ports
with data transfer:
Functional requirement
Compatible device, refer to page 49, with USB
port.
▷ Exporting and importing driver profiles, refer
to page 74.
▷ Playing music files via USB audio.
▷ Playing videos via USB video.
Connecting the device
Connect the USB device using a suitable adapter
cable to a USB port, refer to page 184.
▷ Loading of software updates, refer to
page 55.
The USB device is displayed in the device list,
refer to page 54.
Follow the following when connecting:
▷ Do not use force when plugging the connec‐
tor into the USB port.
Internet connection
General information
Up to 8 devices can be connected with the Inter‐
net hotspot.
▷ Use a flexible adapter cable.
▷ Protect the USB device against mechanical
damage.
▷ Due to the large number of USB devices
available on the market, it cannot be guaran‐
teed that every device is operable on the ve‐
hicle.
Functional requirements
▷ Compatible device, refer to page 49, with
WLAN interface.
▷ Do not expose USB devices to extreme envi‐
ronmental conditions, such as very high tem‐
peratures; refer to the owner's manual of the
device.
▷ ConnectedDrive contract.
▷ Data contract with a service provider.
▷ WLAN activated on the device.
▷ Internet hotspot activated in the vehicle.
▷ Standby state is switched on.
▷ Due to the many different compression tech‐
niques, proper playback of the media stored
on the USB device cannot be guaranteed in
all cases.
Activating the Internet hotspot
Via iDrive:
▷ To ensure proper transmission of the stored
data, do not charge a USB device via the on‐
board socket, when it is connected to the
USB port.
1. "My Vehicle"
2. "iDrive settings"
3. "Mobile devices"
4. "Settings"
▷ Depending on how the USB device is being
used, settings may be required on the USB
storage device, refer to the owner's manual of
the device.
5. "Internet hotspot"
Not compatible USB devices:
▷ USB hard drives.
▷ USB hubs.
Connecting a device to the Internet
hotspot
Via iDrive:
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General settings
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Apple CarPlay preparation
Concept
CarPlay allows certain functions of a compatible
Apple iPhone to be used via Siri voice operation
and iDrive.
1. "My Vehicle"
2. "iDrive settings"
3. "Mobile devices"
4. "Connect new device"
5.
"Internet hotspot"
Hotspot name and hotspot code are dis‐
played on the Control Display.
Functional requirements
6. Search for WLAN networks on the device.
Select network name on the device.
▷ Compatible iPhone, refer to page 49.
iPhone 5 or later with iOS 7.1 or later.
▷ Corresponding mobile contract.
7. Enter hotspot code on the device and con‐
nect.
▷ Bluetooth, WLAN, and Siri voice operation
are activated on the iPhone.
You will need to purchase data volume from a
service provider when you first connect to the In‐
ternet via the Internet hotspot.
▷ If necessary, the setting for mobile data must
be activated on the iPhone.
All devices connected via the Internet hotspot
use this data volume.
▷ Booking the ConnectedDrive service: Apple
CarPlay preparation.
If necessary, data volume can be purchased from
the ConnectedDrive Store.
Switching on Bluetooth and CarPlay
Via iDrive:
Settings
1. "My Vehicle"
The network name and hotspot code can be
changed. In addition, the network name can be
hidden so that it cannot be found by other devi‐
ces.
2. "iDrive settings"
3. "Mobile devices"
4. "Settings"
Via iDrive:
5. Select the following settings:
▷ "Bluetooth®"
1. "My Vehicle"
2. "iDrive settings"
3. "Mobile devices"
▷ "Apple CarPlay"
Pairing the iPhone with CarPlay
Pair the iPhone with the vehicle via Bluetooth, re‐
fer to page 50.
4.
5.
Press the button.
▷ "Change hotspot key"
Enter the desired hotspot code.
▷ "Change hotspot name"
Enter the desired network name.
▷ "Hide hotspot"
Select CarPlay as the function:
"Apple CarPlay"
The iPhone is connected to the vehicle and dis‐
played in the device list, refer to page 54.
Activate or deactivate the function.
Operation
6. Confirm the entry of the hotspot code or net‐
work name:
For more information, refer to the Integrated
Owner's Manual or the Owner's Manual for Navi‐
gation, Entertainment, Communication.
Select the icon.
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General settings
AT A GLANCE
A icon indicates, for which function a device is
used.
Frequently Asked Questions
All requirements are met and all required steps
were completed in the specified order. Despite
that, the mobile device does not function as ex‐
pected.
Icon
Function
"Telephone"
In this case, the following explanations can help:
"Additional telephone"
"Bluetooth® audio"
"Apps"
The iPhone has already been paired with Apple
CarPlay. When a new connection is established,
CarPlay can no longer be selected.
▷ Delete the iPhone concerned from the device
list.
"Internet hotspot"
▷ On the iPhone, delete the vehicle concerned
from the list of stored vehicles under Blue‐
tooth and under WLAN.
Configuring the device
Functions can be activated or deactivated for
paired and connected devices.
▷ Pair the iPhone as a new device.
Via iDrive:
If the steps listed have been carried out and the
required function is still not available: contact the
hotline, a dealer's service center or another quali‐
fied service center or repair shop.
1. "My Vehicle"
2. "iDrive settings"
3. "Mobile devices"
4. Select the desired device.
5. Select the desired setting.
Managing mobile devices
General information
▷ After one-time pairing, the devices are auto‐
matically recognized and reconnected when
standby state is switched on.
If a function is assigned to a device, the function
will be deactivated where appropriate for a de‐
vice that is already connected and the device will
be disconnected.
▷ The data stored on the SIM card or in the
mobile phone are transferred to the vehicle
after recognition.
Disconnecting the device
The device's connection to the vehicle is discon‐
nected.
▷ For some devices, certain settings may be
necessary, for instance authorization, see
owner's manual of the device.
The device remains paired and can be con‐
nected again, refer to page 54.
Via iDrive:
Displaying the device list
All devices paired or connected with the vehicle
are displayed in the device list.
1. "My Vehicle"
2. "iDrive settings"
3. "Mobile devices"
4. Select device.
Via iDrive:
1. "My Vehicle"
5. "Disconnect device"
2. "iDrive settings"
3. "Mobile devices"
Connecting the device
A disconnected device can be reconnected.
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General settings
AT A GLANCE
Via iDrive:
of the supported devices. The vehicle is kept up-
to-date via regular vehicle software updates.
1. "My Vehicle"
Updates and related current information is availa‐
2. "iDrive settings"
3. "Mobile devices"
4. Select device.
5. "Connect device"
Displaying the version of the installed
software
The software version installed in the vehicle is
displayed.
The functions that were assigned to the device
before disconnecting are assigned to the device
when it is reconnected. The functions may be
deactivated on a device already connected.
Via iDrive:
1. "My Vehicle"
2. "iDrive settings"
3. "Software update"
4. "Show current version"
Deleting the device
Via iDrive:
1. "My Vehicle"
If an update has been carried out before, select
the desired version to display additional informa‐
tion.
2. "iDrive settings"
3. "Mobile devices"
4. Select device.
5. "Delete device"
Updating software via USB
The software may only be updated when the ve‐
hicle is stationary.
The device is disconnected and removed from
the device list.
Via iDrive:
Swapping the telephone and additional
telephone
1. Store the file for the software update in the
main folder of a USB device.
If two mobile phones are connected to the vehi‐
cle, the functions of the telephone and additional
telephone can be switched.
2. Connect the USB stick at a USB port, refer to
page 184.
3. "My Vehicle"
Via iDrive:
4. "iDrive settings"
5. "Software update"
6. "Update software"
7. "USB"
1. "My Vehicle"
2. "iDrive settings"
3. "Mobile devices"
4. "Settings"
8. "Install software"
9. "OK"
5. "Swap telephone/additional tel."
10.Wait for the update to complete.
11.Confirm system restart.
Software update
General information
The vehicle supports a large number of mobile
devices, for example mobile phones and MP3
players. Software updates are available for many
Restoring the software version
You can restore the software to the version prior
to the last update or to its factory settings.
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General settings
AT A GLANCE
The software may only be restored when the ve‐
hicle is stationary.
Via iDrive:
1. "My Vehicle"
2. "iDrive settings"
3. "Software update"
4. "Restore software"
5.
▷ "Previous version"
The previous software version is restored.
▷ "Default software settings"
The first software version is restored.
6. "Remove software"
7. "OK"
8. Wait for restore.
9. Confirm system restart.
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Owner's Manual media
AT A GLANCE
Owner's Manual media
Vehicle features and options
Integrated Owner's Manual in
the vehicle
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.
Concept
The Integrated Owner's Manual specifically de‐
scribes features and functions found in the vehi‐
cle. The Integrated Owner's Manual can be dis‐
played on the Control Display.
Selecting the Owner's Manual
1.
Press the button.
General information
2. "My Vehicle"
3. "Owner's Manual"
You can use the following media formats to call
up the content in the Owner's Manual:
4. Select the desired method of accessing the
contents.
▷ Printed Owner's Manual, refer to page 57.
▷ Integrated Owner's Manual in the vehicle, re‐
fer to page 57.
Scrolling through the Owner's Manual
Turn the Controller, until the next or previous
contents are displayed.
Printed Owner's Manual
Context help
Concept
General information
The printed Owner's Manual describes all stand‐
ard, country-specific, and optional features of‐
fered with the series.
The section of the Owner's Manual relating to
the function that is currently selected can be dis‐
played directly.
General information
The Owner's Manual for Navigation, Entertain‐
ment, and Communication can be obtained as a
printed book from the service center.
Opening via iDrive
Change directly to the Options menu from the
function on the Control Display:
1.
Press the button.
Supplementary Owner's Manuals
2. "Owner's Manual"
Also follow the Supplementary Owner's Manuals,
which are included in addition to the onboard lit‐
erature.
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Owner's Manual media
AT A GLANCE
Opening when a Check Control message
is displayed
Directly from the Check Control message on the
Control Display:
"Owner's Manual"
Changing between a function and the
Owner's Manual
To switch from a function, for instance radio, to
the Owner's Manual on the Control Display and
to alternate between the two displays:
1.
Press the button.
2. "Owner's Manual"
3. Select the desired page in the Owner's
Manual.
4.
5.
Press the button again to return to the
last displayed function.
Press the button to return to the page
of the Owner's Manual displayed last.
To alternate continuously between the last dis‐
played function and the last displayed page of
the Owner's Manual, repeat steps 4 & 5. Opens
a new display every time.
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BMW eDRIVE
AT A GLANCE
BMW eDRIVE
Overview
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.
1
2
3
4
5
Vehicle battery
Fuel filler flap
BMW eDRIVE
High-voltage battery
Charging socket
Drive unit
Special features of the BMW i
High-voltage system
Concept
This BMW i is an electric vehicle. The vehicle
features a high-voltage system that consists of
an electric motor and a high-voltage battery
among other things.
The vehicle can be operated emissions free us‐
ing its electrical drive system.
The special high-voltage battery supplies the
electric motor as well as the comfort features
with power.
Optionally, the vehicle has a combustion engine
that generates electrical energy via a generator
and thereby increases the range. This combus‐
tion engine is called the Range Extender.
The high-voltage battery is charged via a charg‐
ing cable, for instance when parked or while driv‐
ing utilizing energy recovery.
Carbon body
The vehicle consists of the functional units:
The vehicle can be charged very rapidly at spe‐
cial charging stations. Charging is also possible
at household power sockets.
▷ Drive module of aluminum.
On the go, the energy recovery ensures that only
little energy is lost when braking.
▷ Life module of carbon fiber reinforced plastic,
CFRP.
When the vehicle decelerates, the electric motor
acts as a generator and converts the kinetic en‐
ergy released into electric current.
This partially recharges the high-voltage battery
to increase the range.
An optional Range Extender can supply the drive
system with power and thus increase the range
of the vehicle.
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BMW eDRIVE
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Sensible driving and early speed reduction are
important to make full use of the energy recovery
feature.
Functions
Electric driving: eDRIVE
The vehicle is powered exclusively by the electric
motor. The accelerator pedal can be used not
just for acceleration, but also for deceleration.
When the vehicle decelerates, the electric motor
acts as a generator and charges the high-voltage
battery. With a sensible driving style, this function
can be used for especially efficient energy recov‐
ery and comfortable driving, using just the accel‐
erator pedal.
Display
The eDRIVE displays, refer to page 111, provide
information about the current state of the drive
and visualize the system's use in a diagram.
Maximize energy-saving driving and
range
Energy-saving driving is the basic prerequisite for
as large a range as possible. eDRIVE provides
various functions that assist with an energy-sav‐
ing driving style and help to monitor the range,
and if needed, to increase it. The following de‐
scriptions provide an overview of the available
functions and the personal measures.
Acoustic pedestrian protection
Depending on the country-specific version, the
system generates a continuous driving noise
during electric driving at low speeds.
Coasting
Before driving
An especially efficient operating point is so-
called coasting. In this case, the vehicle is decel‐
erated only by driving resistance and no energy
flows between high-voltage battery and electric
motor. In order to coast, depress the accelerator
pedal far enough that the mark in the instrument
cluster, refer to page 110, is exactly in the cen‐
ter.
eDRIVE allows use of the air conditioner even
before driving off. The stationary climate control,
refer to page 176, provides more range than us‐
ing full air conditioning while driving.
Parked vehicle ventilation during the charging
process can provide maximum range when driv‐
ing off.
Energy recovery: CHARGE
The high-voltage battery is charged while driving
through energy recovery.
Trip planning and special functions of the
navigation system
Several special functions of the navigation sys‐
tem support trip planning taking into account the
electric range:
The electric motor acts as a generator and con‐
verts the kinetic energy of the vehicle into electri‐
cal energy.
▷ Range assistant, refer to Integrated Owner's
Manual, checks whether an entered naviga‐
tion destination can be reached. If the range
is not sufficient, various recommendations to
help increase the range are displayed auto‐
matically, for instance an alternative ECO
PRO route is displayed.
Charging can take place in various situations
while the vehicle is in motion:
▷ As soon as the accelerator pedal is only
slightly depressed.
▷ During vehicle braking.
The mark in the instrument cluster is located
within the CHARGE range.
▷ Range map indicates the action range on the
navigation map, refer to Integrated Owner's
Manual.
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BMW eDRIVE
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▷ Charging assistant under points of interest in
navigation, helps to find and possibly include
a public charging station in the desired route,
refer to Integrated Owner's Manual.
During driving
▷ General driving tips, refer to page 203, for in‐
creasing the range.
▷ Use the eDRIVE system efficiently, refer to
page 196, for an optimized driving style.
▷ ECO PRO Driving style analysis, refer to
page 206, for Driving style analysis.
▷ ECO PRO and ECO PRO+, refer to
page 204, driving mode for increasing the
range.
▷ Display of the consumption history, refer to
page 113.
▷ Display of secondary functions and the po‐
tential range, refer to page 113.
After the trip
▷ Charge vehicle, refer to page 208, and plan
next trip.
▷ Prepare for long downtimes, refer to
page 260.
BMW App
The BMW app provides mobility-based services
and applications.
Safety of the high-voltage system
Follow the information on safety, refer to
page 62.
High-voltage battery, long stationary
periods
Observe the information on vehicle storage and
for longer idle periods, refer to page 260.
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Safety of the high-voltage system
AT A GLANCE
Safety of the high-voltage system
Safety information
Safety of the high-voltage
system
Warning
An unusually high temperature of the high-volt‐
Working on the vehicle
age battery can cause a formation of gas and
smoke. There is an injury hazard or danger to
life. In case of noticeable unusual odor or
smoke formation, refer to the notes for actions
in the event of a message.
DANGER
Improperly performed work, in particular main‐
tenance and repair on the high-voltage system
and the carbon body as well as accessories ret‐
rofits, can lead to electric shock. There is a risk
of injury, fire and danger to life. Have work on
the vehicle, in particular maintenance and re‐
pair, performed by an authorized BMW i deal‐
er’s service center or another qualified service
center or repair shop.
High temperature message
While driving:
A Check Control message is displayed.
During and shortly after the charging process:
Depending on the national-market version: the
vehicle sounds the horn and, if applicable, the
vehicle lighting is blinking.
Contact with water
The high-voltage system is typically safe even in
the following example situations:
Actions in the event of a message
While driving:
▷ Water in the floor area, for instance after a
rainstorm when the window was kept open.
1. Stop immediately.
▷ Vehicle is in water but only up to the allowed
height.
2. Park the vehicle in a safe place.
3. Exit the vehicle.
▷ Fluid escapes in the cargo area.
Monitoring of the high-voltage battery
Principle
4. Establish and keep a sufficient distance to
the vehicle.
5. Alert emergency personnel.
During and shortly after the charging process:
1. If necessary, exit the vehicle.
The temperature in the high-voltage battery is
monitored.
2. Establish and keep a sufficient distance to
the vehicle.
An unusually high temperature in the high-volt‐
age battery is indicated.
3. Alert emergency personnel.
Automatic deactivation
If an accident occurs, the high-voltage system is
switched off automatically to prevent risk of dan‐
ger to occupants and other traffic.
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Safety of the high-voltage system
AT A GLANCE
Read the information on What to do after an ac‐
cident, refer to page 253.
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