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Interior equipment
Safety information
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.
Warning
The operation of remote-controlled systems
with the integrated universal remote control,
such as the garage door, may result in injury,
for example, body parts becoming jammed in a
garage door. There is a risk of injury or risk of
damage to property. Make sure that the area of
movement of the respective system is clear
during programming and operation. Also follow
the safety information of the hand-held trans‐
mitter.
Integrated Universal Remote
Control
Compatibility
Concept
If this symbol is printed on the packaging
or in the owner's manual of the system to
be controlled, the system is generally
compatible with the integrated Universal Remote
Control.
The integrated Universal Remote Control in the
interior mirror can operate up to 3 functions of
remote-controlled systems such as garage door
drives, barriers, or lighting systems.
Additional questions are answered by:
General information
▷ A dealer's service center or another qualified
service center or repair shop.
The Integrated Universal Remote Control repla‐
ces up to 3 different hand-held transmitters. To
operate the remote control, the buttons on the
interior mirror must be programmed with the de‐
sired functions. The hand-held transmitter for the
particular system is required in order to program
the remote control.
HomeLink is a registered trademark of Gentex
Corporation.
Before selling the vehicle, delete the stored func‐
tions for the sake of security.
If possible, do not install the antenna of the re‐
mote-controlled system, e.g. the garage door
drive, near metal objects to ensure the best pos‐
sible operation.
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Canada: if programming with the hand-held
transmitter was interrupted, hold down the in‐
terior mirror button and repeatedly press and
release the hand-held transmitter button for
2 seconds.
Control elements on the interior
mirror
6.
▷ The LED lights up green: programming
completed.
Release the button.
▷ The LED flashes fast: programming is not
complete.
Press the button on the interior mirror for
2 seconds and release. Perform this pro‐
cedure three times to complete the pro‐
gramming procedure.
▷ LED, arrow 1.
▷ Buttons, arrow 2.
▷ The hand-held transmitter, arrow 3, is re‐
quired for programming.
If the integrated universal remote control
remains nonoperational, continue with the
special features for change code wireless
systems.
Programming
▷ LED does not flash green after 60 sec‐
onds: programming not completed.
General information
The battery of the hand-held transmitter must be
fully charged at the time of programming to en‐
sure an optimal range of the integrated universal
remote control.
Repeat steps 3 to 6.
To program other functions on other buttons, re‐
peat steps 3 to 5.
1. Switch on the ignition.
2. Initial setup:
Special feature of the rolling code
wireless system
If you are unable to operate the remote-control‐
led system after repeated programming, please
check if the system to be controlled features a
rolling code radio system.
Press and hold the two outer buttons on the
interior mirror simultaneously for approxi‐
mately 10 seconds until the LED flashes
green rapidly. This erases all programming of
the buttons on the interior mirror.
Refer to the owner's manual for the system.
3. Press the interior mirror button to be pro‐
grammed. The LED on the interior mirror will
slowly begin flashing orange.
For systems with a rolling code radio system, the
integrated Universal Remote Control and the
system also have to be synchronized.
4. Hold the hand-held transmitter for the system
to be used approx. 1 to 12 in/2.5 to 30 cm
away from the buttons on the interior mirror.
The required distance depends on the hand-
held transmitter.
Please read the owner's manual to find out how
to synchronize the system.
Synchronizing is easier with the aid of a second
person.
Synchronizing the universal remote control with
the system:
5. Press and hold the button of the desired
function on the hand-held transmitter.
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Press the button on the interior mirror for
2 seconds and release. Perform this pro‐
cedure three times to complete the pro‐
gramming procedure.
1. Park the vehicle within range of the remote-
controlled system.
2. Program the desired button on the interior
mirror as described.
If the integrated universal remote control
remains nonoperational, continue with the
special features for change code wireless
systems.
3. Locate and press the synchronizing button
on the system being programmed, e.g. at the
garage gate. You have approx. 30 seconds
for the next step.
▷ LED does not flash green after 60 sec‐
onds: programming not completed.
4. Hold down the programmed button on the in‐
terior mirror for approximately 3 seconds and
then release it. If necessary, repeat this step
up to three times in order to finish synchroni‐
zation. Once synchronization is complete, the
programmed function will be carried out.
Repeat steps 3 to 6.
If the programming procedure is not completed,
the previous programming will remain un‐
changed.
Reprogramming individual buttons
Operation
1. Switch on the ignition.
2. Press and hold the interior mirror button to be
programmed.
Warning
The operation of remote-controlled systems
with the integrated universal remote control,
such as the garage door, may result in injury,
for example, body parts becoming jammed in a
garage door. There is a risk of injury or risk of
damage to property. Make sure that the area of
movement of the respective system is clear
during programming and operation. Also follow
the safety information of the hand-held trans‐
mitter.
3. As soon as the LED on the interior mirror
flashes orange after approx. 20 seconds, re‐
lease the button.
4. Hold the hand-held transmitter for the system
to be used approx. 1 to 12 in/2.5 to 30 cm
away from the buttons on the interior mirror.
The required distance depends on the hand-
held transmitter.
5. Press and hold the button of the desired
function on the hand-held transmitter.
The system, such as the garage door, can be op‐
erated using the button on the interior mirror
while the engine is running or when the ignition
is started. To do this, hold down the button
within receiving range of the system until the
function is activated. The interior mirror LED
stays lit while the wireless signal is being trans‐
mitted.
Canada: if programming with the hand-held
transmitter was interrupted, hold down the in‐
terior mirror button and repeatedly press and
release the hand-held transmitter button for
2 seconds.
6. The LED can light up in different ways.
▷ The LED lights up green: the program‐
ming procedure is completed.
Deleting stored functions
Release the button.
All stored functions will be deleted. The func‐
tions cannot be deleted individually.
▷ The LED flashes fast: the hand-held
transmitter was detected but program‐
ming is not complete.
Press and hold the two outer buttons on the in‐
terior mirror simultaneously for approximately
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10 seconds until the LED on the interior mirror
flashes green rapidly.
There is a risk of fire and injuries. There is a risk
of damage to property, among other potential
damage. Take hold of the cigarette lighter by its
handle. Make sure that children do not use the
cigarette lighter.
Sun visor
Glare shield
Fold the sun visor down or up.
NOTICE
If metal objects fall into the socket, they can
cause a short circuit. There is a risk of damage
to property, among other potential damage.
Replace the cigarette lighter or socket cover
again after using the socket.
Vanity mirror
A vanity mirror is located in the sun visor behind
a cover. Depending on the equipment version,
the mirror lighting may switch on when the cover
is opened.
Overview
Ashtray/Cigarette lighter
Ashtray
Overview
The cigarette lighter is located between the front
seats.
Push in the cigarette lighter.
The cigarette lighter can be re‐
moved as soon as it pops back
out.
The ashtray can be inserted in the cup holder.
Emptying
Take out the insert.
Sockets
Cigarette lighter
General information
The lighter socket can be used as a socket for
electrical equipment when standby and drive-
ready state are switched on.
Warning
Contact with the hot heating element or the hot
socket of the cigarette lighter can cause burns.
Flammable materials can ignite if the cigarette
lighter falls down or is held against the objects.
The total load of all sockets must not exceed
140 watts at 12 volts.
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Do not damage the socket by using non-com‐
patible connectors.
Front center console
Safety information
Warning
Devices and cables in the unfolding area of the
airbags, such as portable navigation devices,
can hinder the unfolding of the airbag or be
thrown around in the car's interior during un‐
folding. There is a risk of injury. Make sure that
devices and cables are not in the airbag's area
of unfolding.
The socket is located underneath the dashboard.
Remove the cover.
Between the front seats
NOTICE
Battery chargers for the vehicle battery can
work with high voltages and currents, which
means that the 12 volt electrical system can be
overloaded or damaged. There is a risk of dam‐
age to property, among other potential dam‐
age. Only connect battery chargers for the ve‐
hicle battery to the starting aid terminals in the
engine compartment.
The socket is located between the front seats.
Remove the cover or cigarette lighter.
NOTICE
In the cargo area
If metal objects fall into the socket, they can
cause a short circuit. There is a risk of damage
to property, among other potential damage.
Replace the cigarette lighter or socket cover
again after using the socket.
The socket is located on the right side in the
cargo area. Remove the cover.
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▷ Protect the USB device against mechanical
damage.
USB port
▷ 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.
Concept
Mobile devices with a USB port can be con‐
nected to the USB port.
▷ 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.
General information
Follow the information regarding the connection
of mobile devices to the USB port in the section
on USB connections, refer to page 51.
▷ Due to the many different compression tech‐
niques, proper playback of the media stored
on the USB device cannot be guaranteed in
all cases.
Overview
▷ A connected USB device will be supplied
with charge current via the USB port if the
device supports this. At higher temperatures,
the charge current through the USB device
may be reduced.
▷ 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.
The USB port is located between the front seats.
▷ 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.
Properties:
▷ USB port Type A.
▷ For charging mobile devices and for data
transfer.
Non-compatible USB devices:
▷ USB hard drives.
▷ Charge current: max. 1.5 A.
Second USB port in vehicles with wireless
charging tray:
▷ USB hubs.
▷ USB memory card readers with multiple slots.
▷ HFS-formatted USB devices.
▷ Devices such as fans or lamps.
▷ USB port Type C.
▷ For charging mobile devices and for data
transfer.
▷ Charge current: max. 3 A.
Wireless charging tray
Connecting an external device
Follow the following when connecting:
Concept
▷ Do not use force when plugging the connec‐
tor into the USB port.
The wireless charging tray enables the following
functions to be performed without cables:
▷ Use a flexible adapter cable.
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▷ Charging the rechargeable battery of a mo‐
bile phone with Qi capability and of other mo‐
bile devices, which support the Qi standard.
Safety information
Warning
▷ Connect the mobile phone to the external an‐
tenna.
When charging a device that meets the Qi
standard in the wireless charging tray, any
metal objects located between the device and
the tray can become very hot. Placing storage
devices or electronic cards, such as chip cards,
cards with magnetic strips or cards for signal
transmission, between the device and the tray
may impair the card function. There is a risk of
injury and risk of damage to property. When
charging mobile devices, make sure there are
no objects between the device and the tray.
Depending on the country, this provides for
better network reception and a consistent re‐
production quality.
General information
When inserting the mobile phone, make sure
there are no objects between it and the wireless
charging tray.
During charging, the surface of the tray and the
mobile phone may become warm. Higher tem‐
peratures may lead to a reduction in the charge
current through the mobile phone, and in iso‐
lated cases the charging process is paused tem‐
porarily. Follow the relevant instructions in the
mobile phone owner's manual.
NOTICE
The tray is intended for mobile phones up to a
particular size. Forceful inserting of the mobile
phone into the tray can damage the tray or the
mobile phone. There is a risk of damage to
property, among other potential damage. Ob‐
serve the maximum dimensions for mobile
phones. Do not force the mobile phone into the
tray.
If the vehicle is equipped with a charge indi‐
cator, the Control Display shows whether a mo‐
bile phone with Qi capability is being charged.
NOTE
This device has been tested for human exposure
limits and found compliant at a minimum dis‐
tance of 4 in/10 cm during operation.
Overview
Tray in the center console:
Therefore, a distance of 4 in/10 cm must be
maintained in every direction when operating the
device.
1
2
3
Front holder with LED
Storage area
Mounting position of the product.
Movable clamp
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2. Push the clamp back and remove the mobile
phone.
Functional requirements
▷ The mobile phone must compatibly support
the required Qi standard. Compatible mobile
phones, refer to page 49.
LED displays
If the mobile phone does not support the Qi
standard, the mobile phone can be charged
using a special Qi-compatible charging case.
Color Meaning
Blue
The mobile phone is charging.
▷ Standby state is switched on.
Depending on the model and the vehi‐
cle, the blue LED is no longer illumi‐
nated once the inserted mobile phone
with Qi capability is fully charged.
▷ Use only protective jackets and covers up to
a maximum thickness of 0.07 in/2 mm. Oth‐
erwise, the charging function may be im‐
paired.
Or‐
The mobile phone is not charging.
ange
Temperature on the mobile phone
possibly too high or foreign object in
the charging tray.
Operation
Inserting the mobile phone
Red
The mobile phone is not charging.
The mobile phone must not exceed the maxi‐
mum size of approximately 5.9 x 3.07 x
0.62 in/150 x 78 x 16 mm.
Contact a dealer’s service center or
another qualified service center or re‐
pair shop.
1. Open the center armrest.
2. Push back the clamp.
System limits
3. Insert the mobile phone with the display fac‐
ing upward in the direction of the front holder,
arrow 1.
At high temperatures on the mobile phone or in
the vehicle, the charging functions of the mobile
phone may be limited and some functions may
no longer work.
LTE-Compensator - Information and
User Manual
Your car is equipped with a wireless charging
tray (WCA) to charge your mobile phone and
connect it to the mobile network. To ensure the
best possible connection a signal booster (LTE-
Compensator) is used in conjunction with the
WCA. The following paragraphs refer to this
booster:
4. Place the mobile phone in the storage area,
arrow 2.
5. Push the clamp forward and clamp the mo‐
bile phone in the tray.
This is a CONSUMER device.
BEFORE USE, you MUST REGISTER THIS DE‐
VICE with your wireless provider and have your
provider's consent. Most wireless providers con‐
sent to the use of Compensators. Some provid‐
ers may not consent to the use of this device on
their network. If you are unsure, contact your
6. Close the center armrest.
Removing the mobile phone
1. Open the center armrest.
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provider. You MUST operate this device with ap‐
proved antennas and cables as specified by the
manufacturer. Antennas MUST be installed at
least 20 cm (8 inches) from any person. You
MUST cease operating this device immediately if
requested by the FCC or a licensed wireless
service provider. Warning E911 location informa‐
tion may not be provided or may be inaccurate
for calls served by using this device.
Booster Manufacturer: Kathrein Automotive
Model Number: LTECOMPB0
Part Number: 6803145-01
FCC-ID: 2ACC7LTECOMPB0
Cargo area
Cargo cover
Please observe additionally the following infor‐
mation
General information
The cargo cover is raised when the tailgate is
opened.
▷ Sprint Nextel will allow consumers to register
their signal boosters by calling their toll-free
number.
▷ T-Mobile online registration link: ‐
Safety information
▷ Verizon’s online registration link: (
register-signal-booster.html).
Warning
Loose objects or devices with a cable connec‐
tion to the vehicle, for instance mobile phones,
can be thrown about the car's interior while
driving, for instance in the event of an accident,
braking or evasive maneuver. There is a risk of
injury. Secure loose objects or devices with a
cable connection to the vehicle in the car's in‐
terior.
▷ AT&T online registration link (
securec45.securewebsession/attsignal‐
▷ U.S.Cellular online registration link (
booster-registration.jsp).
Before use you must register your booster de‐
vice with your wireless provider.
Ejecting
If you should be requested by the FCC to cease
operating your booster you are not allowed to in‐
sert your mobile phone in the charging tray any‐
more unless the booster is permanently deacti‐
vated by your local BMW dealer.
1. Detach the retaining straps at the tailgate.
2. Raise the cover and pull it back to remove.
You must not remove the booster from the car
nor use it with any other than the preinstalled
coupling device or antenna. Any modification of
the existing antenna or coupling device as well as
the use of other antennas or coupling devices
will cause the cease of the booster´s operating li‐
cense.
The booster device fulfills the network protection
standards as required by the FCC, such as inter‐
modulation limits, oscillation detection and gain
limits.
Installing
1. Place the cover in the brackets.
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2. Attach the retaining straps.
Enlarging the cargo area
Concept
The cargo area can be enlarged by folding down
the rear seat backrest or moving it into the cargo
position.
Warning
The stability of the child restraint system is lim‐
ited or compromised with incorrect seat setting
or improper installation of the child seat. There
is a risk of injuries or danger to life. Make sure
that the child restraint system fits securely
against the backrest. If possible, adjust the
backrest tilt for all affected backrests and cor‐
rectly adjust the seats. Make sure that seats
and backrests are securely engaged or locked.
If possible, adjust the height of the head re‐
straints or remove them.
General information
The rear seat backrest is divided at a ratio of 50
to 50.
The rear seat backrests can be folded down from
the rear or from the cargo area.
NOTICE
Safety information
Vehicle parts can be damaged when folding
down the rear backrest. There is a risk of dam‐
age to property, among other potential dam‐
age. Make sure that the area of movement of
the rear backrest including head restraint is
clear when folding down.
Warning
Danger of jamming with folding down the back‐
rests. There is a risk of injury or risk of damage
to property. Make sure that the area of move‐
ment of the rear backrest and the of the head
restraint is clear prior to folding down.
Folding down the rear seat backrest from
the rear
1. Insert the safety belt into the buckle.
Warning
If a rear seat backrest is not locked, unsecured
cargo can be thrown about the car’s interior;
for instance, in the event of an accident, braking
or an evasive maneuver. There is a risk of injury.
Make sure that the rear seat backrest is locked
after folding it back.
Warning
Unexpected movements of the rear seat back‐
rest while driving may occur due to uninten‐
tional unlocking of the rear seat backrests by
the straps. There is a risk of injury. Only use
straps for releasing the rear seat backrests. Do
not attach objects on the straps.
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2. Pull the strap.
Adjusting
1. Pull the strap.
3. Fold the rear seat backrest forward.
2. Set the loading position of the rear seat back‐
rest as required.
Folding down the rear seat backrest from
the cargo area
1. Pull corresponding strap.
3. Engage the rear seat backrest. The red mark
on the front strap disappears.
Folding back the backrest
1. Insert the safety belt into the belt buckle.
2. Fold the rear seat backrest forward.
Cargo position
2. Pull the strap.
Concept
The rear seat backrests can be moved into an
upright loading position individually. An adjust‐
ment in two different stages is possible as
needed.
3. Fold the rear seat backrest rearward. The rear
seat backrest first engages in the loading po‐
sition.
4. Pull the strap again.
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5. Return the rear seat backrest to the upright
seat position and engage it.
The red mark on the front strap disappears.
6. Remove safety belt from the seat buckle.
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